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Ponderables

By Edie Elkan on February 20, 2011 in Life

I’ve been doing a lot of breathing in and breathing out these days as I gingerly walk the tightrope between acting honorably versus pleasing others.

Sometimes that’s just plain impossible.

“I must do something” always solves more problems than “Something must be done.” ~Author Unknown 

“He who trims himself to suit everyone will soon whittle himself away.” –Raymond Hull 

“It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for something you are not. “ –Andre Gide 

Enjoy your day!

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#1 from .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on February 20, 2011

Edie, it takes great discipline, self-possession, and courage to walk this tenuous, delicate line. You possess all these gifts. It is so good to read your posts again! Blessings and love, Jane

#2 from .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on February 21, 2011

I identify with Andre. Be true to yourself. It is the best way to love yourself.

#3 from .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on February 21, 2011

That tightrope is a difficult line to balance! Taking care of yourself is honoring your self. I know you know all this and its hard sometimes to take some time for yourself, but you must. Eat well, take some breaks, smell the air, listen to the birds, look for a smiling face, and ask for God’s help to guide you.
May

#4 from .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on February 21, 2011

Edie, it comes from your heart, you know what is best and how to make it work. Love and contemplation and all that you taught us. You will know what to do.

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