Too many women I know have stood or prayerfully waited for too long, thinking that they are doing the right thing, the good thing, even the God thing: NEVER SETTLE for anything less than extraordinary. If you are not in a relationship where EVERY DAY you feel loved, ADORED, cherished, and that it is made … Continue reading Never Settle
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Miss Them, But Do Not Ache For Them
Every morning you wake up with someone you love, take a moment to be amazed they are there beside you, be grateful you are alive to bear witness to another day of living and loving another human, be fascinated by this person who was vulnerable enough to wake up beside you-- be it one night … Continue reading Miss Them, But Do Not Ache For Them
Don’t Ever Allow There To Be “The One” That Got Away
Don't ever allow there to be "the one that got away"; make that ONE, "the one that almost got away"... How do you know they are “THE ONE”? When you can no longer imagine your life without them. Then, move heaven and earth to be together. (And if you can imagine your life without them, … Continue reading Don’t Ever Allow There To Be “The One” That Got Away
I’d Rather Have My Pants on Fire
Who in their right mind wants to win the heart of a liar? I'd rather have my pants on fire. ~ Just L (Goddess Wisdom, November 7, 2018)
Ditch The List
I am notorious for making lists. To-do lists, wish lists, lists of gaps in my wardrobe or decor, client deadline lists, etc. I am to a fault highly organized and punctual. I also have a repution for living my life with a can-do spirit and abundant optimism. So much so Lori's "la la land" was … Continue reading Ditch The List
Reflections on 1977
In 1977 (8th grade), I thought I was more brains than beauty, my limbs were too long, my nose was too big, my breasts were too small, my (23") waist wasn't small enough... Today, at age 55, I know that I had everything I needed. Just add a bigger smile. Embrace it all. Now. Do … Continue reading Reflections on 1977
Attraction is Whack
Interest does not equal commitment. Repeat to yourself until you understand this. And can act on it without falling. ~Just L (Goddess Wisdom, March 21, 2018) Author's Note: Attraction is a more dangerous drug than crack. Follow your heart, but take your brain with you.
Benefit of the Doubt
Are we really going to play this game, I stated? What game is that? He inquired. Where you lie and I lie down pretending not to notice, I said in a calm but direct tone. I am not lying to you, He began... What do you think, you have some women’s intuition? He continued confidently. … Continue reading Benefit of the Doubt
Keep Your Love
Without honesty love is unstable. Without trust love is lost. I will not compromise my respect for your love. You can keep your love; I will keep my respect. I know my high worth. ~Just L (February 10, 2018, Goddess Wisdom)
Don’t tell me what he’s like when he’s smitten with you…
Don't tell me what he's like when he's smitten with you, tell me how he treats you when he's angry - or bored with you. How does he treat his family and friends? Does he have close relationships or are they simply work / hobby acquaintances? Do all of his best friends coincidentally live far … Continue reading Don’t tell me what he’s like when he’s smitten with you…
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