I HAVE BEEN CLEANING OUT A FEW THINGS AND FOUND THIS EMAIL BELOW FROM 2007!
I ALSO GOT MY HAIRCUT LAST THURSDAY!
THE BIG RED GLASSES ARE FOR BLUE LIGHT FOR THE COMPUTER AND PHONE, WHICH I JUST SAW AN INTERVIEW ON TV THAT SAID THEY DO NOTHING!
ANOTHER SCAM TO GET US TO BUY!
I SWEAR MY EYES FEEL BETTER WHEN I WEAR THEM…….IS IT ALL IN MY HEAD?
ONE MORE COMPLAINT!
YESTERDAY, I TREATED MYSELF TO A GLUTEN FREE TURKEY SANDWICH.
I USED MY CREDIT CARD AS WHO HAS CASH?
NOT ME.
AS I SIGNED MY SIGNATURE; I SEE THAT MY EMAIL AND CELL PHONE NUMBER IS THERE……NOT ALL THE LETTERS AND NUMBERS BUT THIS LITTLE CAFE HAS ALL MY INFORMATION!
I AM SURE THIS HAS BEEN AROUND FOR AWHILE BUT I HAVEN’T BEEN OUT IN A YEAR, SO I FOUND THIS TO BE TOO MUCH!
I SUPOSE I SIGNED AWAY MY RIGHT TO PRIVACY WHEN I GOT MY NEW PHONE IN JULY?
AND DID YOU SEE 60 MINUTES THIS WEEK ON 23andME & ANCESTRY.COM?
WHAT A HACK THAT HAS BEEN!
THEY NOW HAVE ALL YOUR INFORMATION AND WILL SELL TO OTHER COMPANIES TO USE FOR GOOD AND BAD.
Then most likely sell it back to YOU!
ONWARDS TO THE WONDERFUL MESSAGE!
THE PARADOX OF OUR TIME IN HISTORY IS THAT WE HAVE TALLER BUILDINGS BUT SHORTER TEMPERS,WIDER FREEWAYS,BUT NARROWER VIEWPOINTS.WE SPEND MORE,BUT HAVE LESS,WE BUY MORE,BUT ENJOY LESS.WE HAVE BIGGER HOUSES AND SMALLER FAMILIES,MORE CONVENIENCES,BUT LESS TIME.WE HAVE MORE DEGREES BUT LESS SENSE,MORE KNOWLEDGE,BUT LESS JUDGEMENT,MORE EXPERTS,YET MORE PROBLEMS,MORE MEDICINE BUT LESS WELLNESS.
WE DRINK TOO MUCH.SMOKE TOO MUCH,SPEND TOO RECKLESSLY,LAUGH TOO LITTLE,DRIVE TOO FAST,GET TOO ANGRY,STAY UP TOO LATE,GET UP TOO TIRED,READ TOO LITTLE,WATCH TV TOO MUCH,AND PRAY TOO SELDOM.
WE HAVE MULTIPLIED OUR POSSESSIONS, BUT REDUCED OUR VALUES.WE TALK TOO MUCH,LOVE TOO SELDOM,AND HATE TOO OFTEN.
WE’VE LEARN HOW TO MAKE A LIVING,BUT NOT A LIFE.WE’VE ADDED YEARS TO LIFE NOT LIFE TO YEARS.WE’VE BEEN ALL THE WAY TO THE MOON AND BACK,BUT HAVE TROUBLE CROSSING THE STREET TO MEET A NEW NEIGHBOR.WE CONQUERED OUTER SPACE BUT NOT INNER SPACE. WE’VE DONE LARGER THINGS,BUT NOT BETTER THINGS.
WE’VE CLEANED UP THE AIR,BUT POLLUTED THE SOIL.WE’VE CONQUERED THE ATOM,BUT NOT OUR PREJUDICE.WE WRITE MORE,BUT LEARN LESS.WE PLAN MORE,BUT ACCOMPLISH LESS.WE’VE LEARNED TO RUSH,BUT NOT TO WAIT.WE BUILD MORE COMPUTERS TO HOLD MORE INFORMATION,TO PRODUCE MORE COPIES THAN EVER ,BUT WE COMMUNICATE LESS AND LESS.
THESE ARE THE TIMES OF FAST FOODS AND SLOW DIGESTION,BIG MEN AND SMALL CHARACTER,STEEP PROFITS AND SHALLOW RELATIONSHIPS.THESE ARE THE DAYS OF TWO INCOMES BUT MORE DIVORCE,FANCIER HOUSES,BUT BROKEN HOMES.
THESE ARE DAYS OF QUICK TRIPS,DISPOSABLE DIAPERS,THROW AWAY MORALITY,ONE NIGHT STANDS,OVERWEIGHT BODIES,AND PILLS THAT DO EVERYTHING FROM CHEER,TO QUIET,TO KILL.IT IS A TIME WHERE THERE IS MUCH IN THE SHOWROOM WINDOW AND NOTHING IN THE STOCKROOM.A TIME WHEN TECHNOLOGY CAN BRING THIS LETTER TO YOU,AND A TIME WHEN YOU CAN CHOOSE EITHER TO SHARE THIS INSIGHT,OR TO JUST HIT DELETE…..
REMEMBER;SPEND SOMETIME WITH YOUR LOVED ONES, BECAUSE THEY ARENOT GOING TO BE AROUND FOREVER.
REMEMBER,SAY A KIND WORD TO SOMEONE WHO LOOKS UP TO YOU IN AWE,BECAUSE THAT LITTLE PERSON SOON WILL GROW UP AND LEAVE YOUR SIDE.
REMEMBER, TO GIVE A WARM HUG TO THE ONE NEXT TO YOU,BECAUSE THAT IS THE ONLY TREASURE YOU CAN GIVE WITH YOUR HEART AND IT DOESN’T COST A CENT.
REMEMBER,TO SAY,”I LOVE YOU” TO YOUR PARTNER AND YOUR LOVED ONES,BUT MOST OF ALL MEAN IT.A KISS AND AN EMBRACE WILL MEND HURT WHEN IT COMES FROM DEEP INSIDE OF YOU.
REMEMBER TO HOLD HANDS AND CHERISH THE MOMENT FOR SOMEDAY THAT PERSON WILL NOT BE THERE AGAIN.
GIVE TIME TO LOVE,GIVE TIME TO SPEAK!AND GIVE TIME TO SHARE THE PRECIOUS THOUGHTS IN YOUR MIND.
THIS WAS SENT TO ME IN 2007!
IT WAS A MESSAGE FROM GEORGE CARLIN.
THIS MADE IT’S WAY AROUND THE INTERNET AT THAT TIME.
I HAVE BEEN DOING SOME CLEANING OF THE STACKS OF PAPER I KEEP JUST BECAUSE I LIKE THE IMAGE OR WHAT IT SAYS!
WHEN I READ THIS YESTERDAY; I THOUGHT TO MYSELF BOY, OH, BOY LIFE REALLY HASNOT CHANGED MUCH FROM 14 YEARS AGO!
I CAN RECALL NODDING MY HEAD IN AGREEMENT TO THIS AT THAT TIME I RECEIVED IT!
IT HIT A NERVE WITH ME THEN AND NOW AS I FIND IT TO BE SO TRUE!
DO YOU?
LETS DISCUSS in comments.
MY GORGEOUS MORNING VISITOR TODAY WHO DIDNOT FLY THE COOP WHEN HE SAW ME!
WE WATCHED EACH OTHER FOR 20 MINUTES.
HE YAWNED ONCE.
CHANGED LEGS ONCE.
AND LOOK DIRECTLY AT ME ONCE!
HE WASNOT PHASED IN THE LEAST!THEN THE ITALIAN WALKED INTO THE ROOM……….GRABBED HIS OATMEAL AND STARTED EATING!MY VISTOR TOOK FLIGHT IMMEDIATELY!DO YOU THINK HE COULD HEAR HIM EATING AWAY AND THE SPOON HITTING THE SIDE OF THE BOWL?
I WAS TRANSFIXED UPON HIS ELEGANT STATURE AND THE FACT HE WASNOT AFRAID!
THIS WAS MY MORNING MEDITATION!
HE COMES FREQUENTLY TO OUR FOUNTAIN TO EAT A FISH OR THREE BUT TODAY HE WASNOT INTERESTED!
Do you think he was a bit depressed that
THE GROUND HOG SAW HIS SHADOW SO 6 MORE WEEKS OF WINTER…………
WE HAVE THIS DEAR READERS WE CAN HANG IN THERE!
THANKS FOR DROPPING BY!
XXX
KEEP SCROLLING DOWN FOR COMMENTS!I ANSWER MOST WITHIN A DAY OF POSTING!
JILL W. this is for YOU so you know where TO GO!
LOVELY LANDLADY OF THE ITALIAN YEARS AGO!
HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
Sandra Sallin says
I think it would be wise to read the Carlin essay once a month, so it sticks with us and we don’t forget, or we remember. Right on thoughts and caring. Re: they have our information. Yep, that’s the price you pay for being on the internet. I didn’t watch 60 Minutes yet. So I’m not all fired up. I just know they have it and what are they going to do with it? Lovely creature to talk to in the morning. YOu certainly have an affinity to animals!
LA CONTESSA says
I DO have an AFFINITY for ANIMALS……………if I could LIVE IN A BARN I WOULD!XXX
cindy says
Wow…just wow…so pertinent today. Loved George Carlin. I think he was probably a genius. I don’t get all riled up about any of the internet stuff. It is too late….the cat is out of the bag. Actually, it probably was way before we even knew it.
LA CONTESSA says
YES, SO TRUE………..XXX
Jan says
So easy for the distractions of life to cloud what is really important. I’m reading that message again. Thanks for the reminder.
Your feathered friend looks like it flew out from the eastern shore. Beautiful and elegant. Love your new haircut too!
LA CONTESSA says
I JUST FOUND OUT HE HAS A NAME!
WALTER!!!!!!!!!
THANK YOU JAN TODAY I WASH IT AND WE WILL SEE HOW IT LOOKS THEN!!
NEVER LOOKS THE SAME AS WHEN I HAVE IT DONE!
SUCH A TREAT TO SIT IN THAT CHAIR!
XXX
Tamera Beardsley says
I am just smitten with your new look darling!! Ever so chic with a modern twist!! XOXO
LA CONTESSA says
THANK YOU!
XXX
Karen Persson says
Dear Elizabeth,
What an inspiring post and eye opening! Things are the same today for sure… but at the moment we can’t hug the person next to us or hold their hand (except if we’re both of the same household!. Can’t wait fo Covid will be behind us so we can hug and kiss people.
Your haircut is magnificent and very stylish with the red glasses! I love them! If you feel they help, then that’s what counts. Our lockdown has been extended another month as is my hair salon appointment. Ugh. I’ll probably have to trim it myself.
Your posts are so inspiring and it’s amazing how many beautiful people you know! Beautiful inside and out.
Love,
Karenxoxoo
LA CONTESSA says
EXACTLY, I SHALL KEEP WEARING THEM………….
I BET YOU THE ARTIST COULD CUT YOUR OWN HAIR!!!
THANK YOU………I DO KNOW A FEW!!!
XXX
Karen Persson says
Oops.. forgot to mention that Apple has a super strict privacy policy. None of your private data gets sent or sold to other companies. In the EU the privacy laws are much stricter than in the USA, which also makes a difference.
LA CONTESSA says
THANK YOU THATS GOOD INFORMATION TO KNOW!
EUROPE ALWAYS A HEAD OF US OVER HERE!
OLD WORLD THAT STILL HAS VALUES!
XXX
Karen Persson says
Yes, the EU is really strict about these things. Also about GMO, etc.
My cousin cuts her own hair but I definitely wouldn’t dare more than a slight trim!
Keep wearing those amazing glasses which are perfect with your do!
Xoxoo
Tara Dillard says
Walking a friend’s garden last week. Always joy with her, acknowledgment of what’s going on in the world too.
Our walk finishing, perusing the new orchard, its guilds being cut out, one guild wildly off; to the point of asking, “How much was drunk at the party?”
Her right arm threaded with my left arm, our hands holding each other’s, our fingers threaded tightly together.
Take Joy…………….the poet said.
Garden & Be Well, XOT
LA CONTESSA says
WHAT A GORGEOUS VISION YOU HAVE CREATED FOR US………………I HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL!
I MUST FOLLOW UP WITH YOU IN ANOTHER EMAIL.
DID YOU KNOW THAT JOY is one of MY FAVORITE WORDS?!!
IT IS…………OH JOY!
XOX
Mithra Ballesteros says
Ole George sure had a way with words! He was arrested here in my town, Milwaukee, on charges of public obscenity, after his routine, “Seven words you can never say on television.” Do you remember that? It was on his album too and I loved the way his deep wheezy voice delivered the curse words. This was ‘71 or ‘72 I think. And later he called the controversy the “Milwaukee Seven.” Such a clever man! The judge ruled in his favor, of course.
LA CONTESSA says
NO!
I DONOT RECALL THAT AS I WOULD HAVE BEEN 11 or 12!
How do you remember that you are YOUNGER than ME!!!?
XXX
VAL says
I had NO idea George Carlin was so insightful! Lovely if not Profound words-especially in these difficult Times. Perhaps your visitor was waiting patiently for You to restock the Fountain with fish. My understanding is that He-or perhaps His friends- have been helping themselves for a long time!
XOXO Valerie
LA CONTESSA says
YES A FEW YEARS……….But this is a different fellow!I just learned from my GARDEN CLUB account he has a NAME!
WALTER!!!!
HOW ABOUT THAT HE IS KNOWN ABOUT TOWN!!
XXX
Jayne McLeod says
JOY … what a lovely word indeed, one of my favorites too ! Lovely post, thank you for sharing. Keep well and enjoy you’re day ! Jayne
LA CONTESSA says
IT’s A GOOD WORD AND WHEN WE FEEL IT WE ARE ON TOP OF THE WORLD!
XXX
judith says
The Great Blue Heron is a stately, statuesque, and patient hunter. If they have been around people at all, they do not startle easily. How wonderful that you got a picture! Thanks for reminding us of the immortal George Carlin; in addition to being really funny, he was deep and introspective. He said once that he was always the kid in class who was cutting up, making jokes, and getting into trouble. That explains the name of one of his albums, “Class Clown.” Your new haircut is very elegant and becoming. The first photo is another twist on the sexy librarian look you had a while back. Thank you for a thoughtful post.
LA CONTESSA says
SEXY LIBRARIAN!!!!!!!!!!WELL, I SURE DIDNOT MEAN THAT!HA HA!!
THE BLUE HERON normally takes flight before I see him!But for some reason I think this is a different HERON that came for a visit yesterday!Over on my GARDEN ACCOUNT I was told his name is WALTER!That he catches GOPHERS on their back hill than takes a sip in their POOL!!!
YOU ARE SO WELCOME…………….THANK YOU for your LOVELY COMMENTS!
XXX
Ms. Mary says
That Heron was giving you the gift of quiet, peaceful reflection. I think you should name him George. <3
LA CONTESSA says
LIKE Prince George WHO WAS BORN ON MY BIRTHDAY!!!!
OKAY!!!
XXX
Andrea Serrahn says
So much food for thought! I think your winged visitor is what piques your interest and speaks life’s truths in ways that require his presence. Lucky for you, his presence is your present. Cherish these rare bird moments!
LA CONTESSA says
I DID!!
I ENJOYED HIM SO MUCH………………IT WAS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE DAY!
XXX
Hilda Smith says
Such wise words .Looking forward to hugging again. But thanking my lucky stars at the moment that I can see my children and grandchildren xxx
LA CONTESSA says
YOU ARE LUCKY HILDA………………..ENJOY THEM!
XXX
1010ParkPlace says
George Carlin was an American treasure. Always so perceptive. Yesterday I looked in my wallet and I have $42.76. It’s been there for almost a year. I only shop online and use credit cards so unless I deposit this money into my bank account, it is worthless. You have a lovely heron, or is it an egret? I have a pair of turkey vultures who’ve taken to perching themselves on my chimney. I hope that’s not a bad sign… xoxox, Brenda
LA CONTESSA says
BLUE HERON I DO BELIEVE……….
I LOVE YOU HAVE TURKEY VULTURES TO PROTECT YOU AND ANNIE!
We have the WILD TURKEYS here that can make a MESS of the GARDEN!!
YOU KEEP THAT $42.76 for EMERGENCY!
XXX
Fran says
Carissima Contessa, such a DELIGHTFUL and INSIGHTFUL post!! You look positively ENCHANTING AND RADIANT with your new do and that elegant Blue Heron was OBVIOUSLY CAPTIVATED BY YOUR GORGEOUS HAIRDO, TOO!! How WONDERFUL!! AND, Words out YOU LOVE BIRDS and IT KNOWS IT!!
Carlin’s message is beyond AMAZING – it should be read AT LEAST once a year. Thank You for sharing it with us – I have NEVER heard of this message….I was taken aback by the info. about 23 and Me and Ancestry.com, to which I am BOTH subscribed to!! Is that why I have been getting SO MANY SCAM callers EVERY SINGLE DAY for months now from strange phone numbers?!
I HOPE YOU ARE FEELING BETTER THIS WEEK, PRECIOUS CONTESSA!! STAY SAFE AND HAPPY!!
XX00Fran
LA CONTESSA says
I HAVE NO IDEA BUT THE SCAMMERS ARE DAILY HERE TOO!
I JUST DO NOT PICK UP ANYMORE…………
I wonder if you could watch 60 minutes on YOU TUBE?
TRY you will find it FASCINATING!I do not want to repeat anything as I may get it wrong……….and thats how rumors start!
THAT never piqued my interest for some ODD REASON as I LOVE HISTORY AND GOING BACK IN TIME.
I was told by my GRANNY our ancestors came across on the MAYFLOWER SO Thats good enough for me!
XXX
Fran says
Carissima, THANK YOU!! I will try to find it on YOU TUBE!! WONDERFUL to have ancestor info from your Grandmother!! LUCKY YOU!! I visited Plymouth Rock when I was 12 and felt a connection while there -.even asked my mother to take a picture of me touching the rock…
XX00
Der Tivenan says
Great post.
LA CONTESSA says
THANKK YOU!
HAPPY YOU ENJOYED IT!!!
XXX
Jane says
Your haircut is adorable! Short hair is confident hair! It is beautiful and shows off your perfect features. George Carlin’s letter is inspirational anytime, but more so today. For an interesting perspective into the comedic mind, listen to the Tim Ferriss Podcast interview with Jerry Seinfield…compelling for anyone who practices a creative craft, like writing!
LA CONTESSA says
OH THANK YOU!I haven’t gotten into PODCASTS YET but maybe this is MY TIME!!!
XXX
Lisa Thomson says
Wow, that was a powerful statement! I had no idea George Carlin ran so deep. It is absolutely relevant today and I surmise will become more so with each passing year. His words brought tears to my eyes. Something my husband and I do often is hug. Every morning before he leaves for work. A hug is the warmest gift you can give anyone and of course, we are unable to give or receive to our friends and extended family, currently. Ironic.
Yet we can show our partners and children daily how important they are to us. Thank you for sharing this message, LA CONTESSA. Also I love your new hair style! Beautiful.
LA CONTESSA says
THAT IS A GRAND HABIT YOU TWO HAVE GIVEN EACH OTHER!THE ITALIAN leaves too early for that hopefully I am still ASLEEP!!!He does give me a KISS however which usually wakes me UP!!!!!!!!!
I will start HUGGING HIM when he returns!!!AFTER HE GIVES BANSKY BOY HIS APPLE CORE!!!
PRIORITIES HERE!!!!!!!!!HA HA!!!
XXX
Lisa Thomson says
😀 Love it!!
Parnassus says
Hello Contessa, One could add on indefinitely to Carlin’s message. For example, so many people spend a lot of time and money, yet are willing to accept mediocre results, even with things that will affect their entire life. Or, the more ways we have to communicate, the harder it is to get in touch with someone.
When I was buying a new computer last year, the technical specifications told about the blue light emissions, but these seemed pretty acceptable for most laptops that were of decent quality–I have no idea about smart phones, but am guessing the situation is similar. I would search the model I was interested in, together with “review” and “blue light” and get the entire lowdown.
–Jim
LA CONTESSA says
I LOVE THAT JIM!
I always say there are too many ways to communicate!!!
GRAND ADVISE ON THE ELECTRONIC TOYS!
I have learned to read the reviews before purchasing on line………………which changes my mind sometimes!
THANKS for this helpful comment!
XXX
Lorna says
I remember reading that message somewhere. Probably someone sent it by email before social media became a thing. It’s still so relevant. Your hair is looking lovely and chic.
It’s been very humid here and mine is all snarly.
Came home and baked a cake for my son but half of it stuck to the bundt pan 🙁 I hate baking cakes in bundt pans because I never know how they will turn out.
LA CONTESSA says
LOTS OF OIL IN THE PAN AND TAKE IT UP THE SIDES TOO!!!
BIRTHDAY SOON?
HOW OLD WILL HE BE NOW?!!!
XXX
Barbara says
Hi Sister Contessa Elizabeth … if nothing else the many horrors of 2020 should be a call for slow living so typical of the better parts of Europe where things of beauty are valued … rather than things of high value. Making .. wether it be food, gardens, crafts, interiors, art all allow you to create and share … it is the way forward. Technology in its many forms makes us prisoners sadly and is not the release from work and pressure that we imagined. Learn to make something is my answer and then give the outcome to a friend!!
LA CONTESSA says
HOW IS THAT CHAIR COMING ALONG?
XXX
Diane says
Omg Elizabeth. That beautiful shot of your blue heron looks like your soulmate, graceful, gazing and dreaming in a bountiful garden. She likes her private time with you?
And George Carlin was aleays as insightful as he was funny. Thanks for sharing that one. I had heard it before and the refresher was great!
LA CONTESSA says
I was AMAZED how long the HERON STAYED!NORMALLY, THEY FLY AWAY AS SOON AS THEY SEE ME!
I THOUGHT MAYBE THIS ONE WAS SICK AT FIRST………….but I think HE was just resting!
WE had a GOOD 20 minutes together………XXX
Jill James says
Wise words , more pertinent than ever today. I must admit I had never heard of the author so must look into that.
Your new long bob really suits you , very stylish. The red glasses also are so you , no idea of the value of blue light but if you feel they help you , thats what matters.
Take care . xx
LA CONTESSA says
YES, I DO……..so will continue with the RED GLASSES.
THANK YOU FASHION QUEEN!!!
XXX
Juliet says
Powerful … I’m going to print this. What an eye opener that this was written in 2007 … 14 years later things have not gotten better and the degree to which they’ve declined is staggering. I did see 60 Minutes. Depressing. I’ve taken such joy in Ancestry.com research … and the DNA testing. Now to learn it’s a bait and switch to gain my data. Which I’ve given away freely with a thoughtless click. Oh my … much to mull over. On the flip side … nature. Your visitor. Our four-legged family members. They bring such joy and solace in these trying times. Lovely message, Contessa. We can always count on you. xo
LA CONTESSA says
HE NAILED IT BACK THEN.
I WONDER WHAT HE WOULD ADD TO IT TODAY?
SO YOU SAW THE SHOW!
WASN’t THAT INCREDIBLE…………….BOTTOM LINE IT’S ALWAYS ABOUT MONEY IN AMERICA!
MAKES ME SO SAD SOMETIMES!
XXX
landlady says
Well, Happy Belated Groundhog Day, dear Contessa, and “thank you for my greeting.!”Wasn’t everyday in 2020
almost like a bad day stuck on repeat?
So impressed that you have been sorting through your files, and George Carlin’s words are not a fading documentation of a moment in time, but so relevant today.
As for Walter ignoring the fish in the pond, it is the beginning of blue heron breeding season, when they demonstrate neck stretching, bill snapping, preening, twig shaking etc, while also building nests…although they are not celibate they return every year at this time to Stowe Lake in SF, to my great “JOY.” Love you, and your Italian,
your landlady
LA CONTESSA says
YOU DID IT!
I AM SORRY I DIDNOT SEE YESTERDAY TO “APPROVE” YOU IMMEDIATELY!HOWEVER NEXT TIME YOU COMMENT IT SHOULD GO RIGHT THROUGH…………..
THANK YOU FOR THE “CLASS” ON BLUE HERONS!
WHAT JOY I HAVE TO SEE YOU HERE…………I THINK YOU WILL ENJOY THE BANTER FROM TIME TO TIME!
Stowe Lake that was in my childhood at one point………….maybe my GRANNY took me!
OUT by STONES TOWN!IS that still there the shopping mall……….we use to go to LOHMANN’s there the FILENE BASEMENT of the WEST COAST!
OH MEMORIES ARE SO GOOD FOR THE SOUL!
XXX
holly says
This is such a beautiful piece and when I found who wrote it, I thought “Of course it was written by George Carlin”. He was a wordsmith from swearwords to weather (haha). I will keep this to read when I need a kick in the behind should I be feeling sorry for myself for some minor annoyance. Such a great reminder to get over my bad self. Ha!
LA CONTESSA says
BE KIND TO YOU!
ALLOW YOURSELF to WALLOW in whatever is BUGGING YOU!
I ADORE THAT WORD WORDSMITH!I do not see it too often in my daily READS!
THANK YOU for commenting!!
XXX
Susan says
Love your haircut. Absolutely stunning. Your red glasses are distinguished looking. They are bold, stylish and perfect for you. I like anything that make a statement and I believe you do too. Carlin was a very wise man. His words are so true and very telling. Thank you for sharing. How lovely that you have a regular morning visitor, he is quite stunning and even looking directly toward the camera for you. Nothing seems 100% secure these days. Sad but true. Reality is there are individuals that want to work the system to their personal advantage. Nothing changes, just as Carlin states. Stay well and be safe.
LA CONTESSA says
YES,YOU SAID IT BETTER!
Well, the true test on the HAIR was yesterday when I washed it and TRALA it still looks pretty GOOD!
SO, I am a HAPPY CAMPER with it TOO!
THANK YOU!
XXX
Mary Ann Pickett says
What a great message from George. Thanks Elizabeth.
Martha says
Dear Contessa,
Luckily, when I sat down to have my coffee this morning your post was the first to come up. I clicked on your blog, and so enjoyed reading George Carlin‘s words. I too, have a box filled with little written treasures, Scraps of paper yellowed with age, old Dear Abby columns, cards from my kids ( proof, especially important during their teenage years when I didn’t think they loved me!!) in that box of incredibly potent memorabilia, I too have that pearl of wisdom tucked away. It moves me the same way every time I read it.
I haven’t seen any herons since we’ve moved down here, but on my daily walk, when I lived in Danville, We had a creek filled with them. I almost took them for granted as I walked by them on a daily basis. I certainly could use a heron or two in my yard here, especially now that you’ve told me they like gophers. They could have a field day, literally, in my yard. I can’t plant anything, unless I wrap the root ball and chicken wire. Then, those little buggers have still been known to get in and eat the roots and cause the plant to die. The latest casualty, was a five year old avocado tree.?. Lord knows, I certainly don’t have years to waste, trying to get another one to grow big enough to harvest avocados from!!
Your hair looks wonderful like that. My hairdresser said the trick to getting your hair to look like it does when you come home from the hairdresser, is to get every little bit of moisture out of the cuticle. So really to take time blow drying it. I am always in such a hurry, when I’m actually doing my hair, because it means I’m going someplace or going to work so of course I’m thinking about 1 million things I need to do, and rushing through my hair. My hair always looks best in either Albuquerque or Phoenix. So I guess, if I’m going to have a good hair day I’ve got to go out of state?.
Have a wonderful day. Your words have started my day off nicely?
Martha
LA CONTESSA says
DANVILLE!!!
DID YOU TELL ME THAT BEFORE?
WHAT YEARS WERE YOU THERE?
I USE TO LOVE TO SHOP THERE………….remember ROBINS SHOP?What was it called?GARDENSEED!
I took her to ITALY!SHE HAD BEVER BEEN OUT OF THE USA……………….
I donot use product or spend time with the blow dryer either…………..a round brush for the bangs works MIRACLES!
WELL< LETS MEET ON A BAD HAIR DAY IN STATE!!! XXX
Martha fiss says
I agree!! I remember when Robin went to Italy! How funny that friendships come full circle?
Martha foss says
Whenever I put an emoji in? Came up, so I’m really not questioning my own words
LA CONTESSA says
EMOJI’s do NOT WORK HERE……..I HAVE NO IDEA WHY!
XXX
Kim says
Elizabeth this is so wonderful and inspiring. I am going to print this out and post it on my pin board. I think it should be regular reading! Carlin was a genius. Wish he was still here. How wonderful you are having a special visitor. You know he knows a safe haven when he sees one I think. I’d go to your yard too if I was a bird! Thanks for the head-up on the 60 Minutes. I just skipped this week, but usually watch. This is going to disappoint me so much is 23 and Me has sold me out. I shared my info to help with genetic research it said. .. Hmm. I have connected with people who are relatives I didn’t know- which is cool. About the information and paying – well the Apple Pay thing is supposed to be safe. I love the convenience. Like someone else said I’ve had $40 in my wallet for 6 months and haven’t used it yet. How crazy is that? Have a beautiful day. xoxo
P.S. DIdn’t know about the glasses. I have a pair and I do think they help with the eye strain as the light isn’t so bright. Those look tres chic on you.
LA CONTESSA says
HAPPY TO HEAR YOU TAPED 60 MINUTES………
WATCH IT AND REPORT BACK.
I FOUND IT SO INTERESTING.
XXX
Bonnie sachs says
Thank you for posting the George carlin essay. It really is some thing we should keep in a file and pull out as needed. and I love your new hair!
LA CONTESSA says
MANY THANKS BONNIE!!!
XXX
Katie Clooney says
Who knew George Carlin was so deep? I always appreciated his humor but this really is so on target for today. I’m going to run over to 60 Minutes and watch the segment on Ancestry.Com. Have a wonderful weekend, dear Contessa.
LA CONTESSA says
I barely remember THE MAN………
OH GOOD I THINK YOU WILL FIND IT INTERESTING!!
FOUND A HOUSE YET?!!
XXX
Sarah London says
I think the new hair “darling”, it so looks chic ! And the glasses… tres cool ? ! I adore your meditation moment, it was “mesmerising” and that you took time to take it, golden ?? I had my own avian encounter this week. Two Twenty-Eight Parrots perched on an olive branch less than a metre from me stopped feeding and stared as I ambled past. The parrot spirit animal is a message of celebration. It’s a happy expression of all good things that are happening in your life and good things that you have yet to experience. Got to love that.. was your bird a crane? If so, good fortune and longevity are coming your way ? And thank you for sharing George’s wise words. Certainly ones to live by ??
LA CONTESSA says
I WAS SO TAKEN WITH YOUR HOMELAND BIRDS!
IT IS A SIGHT TO BEHOLD!
WHEN I WAS DOWN AT THE BEACH AWAYS SOUTH OF MELBOURNE……….BIRDS LANDED ON MY ARMS AS WE HAD FOOD FOR THEM!IT WAS SO MAGICAL…………
YOU LIVE IN A BEAUTIFUL SPOT OF THE WORLD!
NOW DO YOU KNOW THE IRANIAN FOOD CALLED FAIRY FLOSS………COLORFUL SWEET STUFF LIKE OUR COTTON CANDY?!!THAT BLEW MY MIND AS WELL………
NO not a CRANE but a BLUE HERON…….they look very similar!
XXX
D. A. Squires says
Wise words never grow old and should be read often… I vaguely recall reading this and so glad you reposted… he was a comedic genius. LOVE the blue heron photo and the description of your encounter. Cannot believe he was so unflustered and stayed for twenty minutes. But I think he knew you were someone he should spend time with : ) The parrot animal spirit… I had not read this before… that they bring a message of happiness and celebration…this IS my Taco!! : ) I am sending you a photo of an antique birdcage I just acquired, sadly after a neighbor passed away. It is tres vintage, you will adore. Now on the lookout for a mini Taco to clip to the swing, in the meantime found a golden bird as a place saver… love watching the Florida skies, so many beautiful cranes, egrets…XOXO
PS You can watch all the 60 minute episodes on cbsnews.com…they have an archive (commercials incl. of course).
PPS Great glasses and hairstyle!!!!
LA CONTESSA says
I’m WAY BEHIND IN MY EMAILS……….DID YOU SEND THE PHOTO?
WHAT A GREAT TIP ABOUT 60 MINUTES!!!
THANK YOU!
XXX
Pipistrello says
Ciao Bella,
That’s a very edgy hairstyle you’re sporting! May I say that I thought it a little unmannered of your feathered visitor to yawn in your general direction? Keep well!
Baci xx
LA CONTESSA says
LOVE YOUR SENSE OF HUMOR!
XX
Mumbai says
First..your hair cut suits you wonderful, very flaboyant
Second…..this happened to me too….suddenly I got e-mails from companies they called my full name (guess where they got it from?)
Where is our privacy? So angry but sad too.
Third…. your message you dug out from 2017? Because sometimes you will never know the value of it until it becomes a memory….and what a thoughtful one which we all appreciate. May I add an other one from Mother Theresa?
“Life is an opportunity,
benefit from it.
Life is beauty, admire it.
Life is a dream, realize it.
Life is a challenge, meet it.
Life is a duty, complete it.
Life is a game, play it.
Life is a promise, fulfill it.
Life is sorrow, overcome it.
Life is a song, sing it.
Life is a struggle, accept it.
Life is a tragedy, confront it.
Life is an adventure, dare it.
Life is luck, make it.
Life is too precious, do not destroy it.
Life is life, fight for it.”
LA CONTESSA says
MY APOLOGIZES for answering so TARDY MUMBAI!
I have been a bit under the weather………..
I ADORE THIS LIST THANK YOU FOR SHARING!
I hope SPRING is showing her FACE in your country soon!
XXX
Mumbai says
no worries dear Elizabeth, I always appreciate your answer. Hope weather situation is banned for now.