Here are a few of my favorites:
Vintage Carefree
Weathered Heirloom
Wardrobe Barnboards
Barefoot potting shed
Stoneware Loveseat
Breeze Thunderstorm
Umbrella History
Peace Hydrangea
Chifforobe Parlor
Heritage Willow
Secret Antique
Love Compassion
Joy Laughter
Chaise Whimsical
See what I mean? Each word takes you somewhere, puts a picture in your head. These are words that make me pause, smile, and imagine. They inspire me. Words can make us happy, but they can make us sad too. "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me" is not true. Words evoke feelings and memories; not all of these are good.
Tornado Illness Dark Forsaken
Argument Depression Alone Abandoned
Crash Hurry Nightmare Torn
Pain Scream Isolation Bruise
Again, see what I mean? Words are powerful. In many ways, they leave an unseen bruise that doesn't heal quickly. I need to be careful with my words. When I am tired, worried, pushed for time, etc, my words can become critical and unkind. I blurt out what I am thinking and think I am justified, that I will feel better.
But I don't feel better, I feel worse. Learning to control my words has been a long process, and is a continuing journey. I have regrets, I have spilled words out that have left nasty stains. But there is always the next minute, the next hour, the next day. I can make a choice.
Choice...that's another good word.
My Today Resolution is to think about my words, their impact, their value. Hopefully the ones that come out of my mouth will be worthwhile...
...and make you pause, smile, and imagine.
Love,
Dianne
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