A few weeks ago I went over my mother's house to visit Grandma. She's 89 years old and has seen and been through a great deal. Last time I visited her was on her birthday. I asked her how she feels about being 89 and seeing her children, grandchildren and now great grandchildren grow up. She told me she felt absolutely blessed. Things are not how she imagined to be, but she is okay with life in general. Coming from my grandmother that means a allot.
In speaking with her she told me some of her regrets. One of her major regrets was the fact that she never took the time to really take care of herself. I thought that was interesting, she felt that her priorities in life was off. In the midst of taking care of everyone else she forgot herself. Her struggles paid of for her children, but she never had the opportunity to reap the rewards for herself. Not even a little bit. I was saddened to know that at 89 that still could be someones biggest regret. But it does make sense.
In retrospect I believe that many women do have similar regrets. One of those unspoken wishes, that can never be said out loud. In talking to her I learned allot.
Here is some of her wisdom that she provided me with.
Going through pain doesn't mean your tough, sometimes it means you are stupid.
Staying stuck on stupid long enough. Can make a permanent impression on you. Learn to Grow UP!!!!
Loving someone else is another way of falling in love with yourself all over again. It's a gift you give yourself and hopefully you are able to provide it to another.
Joy, happiness, pain, love isn't an accident it's always a decision. You gauge whether it's good enough to endure, enjoy or move on.
Narcissism lives in secret places. Self preservation comes out only during emergencies or desperation.
So here are a few of her words of wisdom.
Hope it serves someone well. I know it will for me.
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