tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post9187720889966975260..comments2023-10-10T10:19:57.677+02:00Comments on Driftwood Ramblings: Rich Or Poor - How Rich Are You?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-77649270142657781572010-12-09T08:01:35.564+02:002010-12-09T08:01:35.564+02:00I'm sure we all get caught up in wanting bigge...I'm sure we all get caught up in wanting bigger and better, Catherine. It's the modern trend. I do, however, truly believe the secret to lasting fulfillment, happiness and contentment lies in ones ability to enjoy fully what we do have and to spend as much time as possible outdoors, in natural surroundings (our very own gardens are always a good place!), to stay connected with what really matters. As you so correctly point out, it's all a matter of taking the time to appreciate what we have. Far too many people overlook this and get so caught up in chasing after more, more, more that they go through life largely discontented.<br /><br />It's wonderful that you've raised such an aware (intuitive) daughter. Her love and appreciation of natural beauty is something she'll carry with her throughout life. It will help her to remain balanced, to find her equilibrium when life happens, as it does and will.<br /><br />It's worth remembering that there will always be larger, flashier homes and gardens (they, of course, are even more costly and time-consuming to maintain!) and equally, there are even more homes and gardens that are a great deal smaller than our own. Equally, there are millions upon millions of people who live in abject poverty. It's all a matter of reference ;)Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069419364783245762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-19440271498694661312010-12-08T23:17:10.427+02:002010-12-08T23:17:10.427+02:00I just loved this post!! What you say is so true....I just loved this post!! What you say is so true. I've been finding myself getting caught up lately in the wanting bigger and better. We have an older home and smallish yard. I find that when I take the time to appreciate how lucky we already are and the beauty around me I feel so much happier. <br />My oldest daughter would be exactly the same as the boy in the story, in fact it reminded me of her when we drive out the country and all she sees is how lucky the people are to have the open space, not even noticing that some of the houses are really in bad shape.<br />I also would rather get garden things than jewelery or clothes any day!Catherine@AGardenerinProgresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05001060769253273283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-22517375126109806012010-12-06T17:18:12.532+02:002010-12-06T17:18:12.532+02:00Thank you, Saskia & Zondra, for making the tim...Thank you, Saskia & Zondra, for making the time to pop by and pay me a visit. I really do appreciate it and finding your lovely comments was a delightful surprise :)Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069419364783245762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-86096946502169997022010-12-06T15:56:47.799+02:002010-12-06T15:56:47.799+02:00Beautiful photos and blog, I lake it!
Big regards ...Beautiful photos and blog, I lake it!<br />Big regards and kisses, Zondra ArtAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-57095759664623305282010-12-06T15:28:06.612+02:002010-12-06T15:28:06.612+02:00All your pictures are beautiful, Nancye. The colle...All your pictures are beautiful, Nancye. The collection of sticks in the first picture is my favorite. I love all things simple and sweet!<br />Have a happy Monday and a great new week. xx~*~ saskia ~*~https://www.blogger.com/profile/13118924143848205179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-20793064654319203172010-12-05T22:01:48.063+02:002010-12-05T22:01:48.063+02:00Gina, H and Alison:
So lovely to have you all pop...Gina, H and Alison:<br /><br />So lovely to have you all pop by again. It's wonderful the way we are able to inspire each other and share the uniqueness of our own situations across such great distances. <br /><br />Thank you for your comments which I appreciate very much indeed!Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069419364783245762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-36911731366969641952010-12-05T20:49:50.508+02:002010-12-05T20:49:50.508+02:00Wonderful post, and such beautiful photos, yet aga...Wonderful post, and such beautiful photos, yet again! I am so jealous of your driftwood, I have a few pieces in my garden, but none big enough to plant in. You've inspired me -- come Spring I might try setting up a water garden pot with a water lily, and maybe some little goldfish! I had a pond with fish and lilies at a previous garden, and I miss them!Alisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16323262555906240701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-90780277823370204482010-12-05T20:37:50.247+02:002010-12-05T20:37:50.247+02:00WOW!!! Can you really see that view from your top ...WOW!!! Can you really see that view from your top terrace? It's magnificent!<br /><br />I too love interesting pieces of wood. They have such beautiful textures and colours and forms. Your husband is very wise to look out for them for you!Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13357761230206692089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-48523292960539404112010-12-05T20:25:48.757+02:002010-12-05T20:25:48.757+02:00very pretty views, you are savoring your days, tak...very pretty views, you are savoring your days, take care, GinaAntique ART Gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06674268803389194210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-90651878523195728182010-12-05T19:32:41.605+02:002010-12-05T19:32:41.605+02:00Thank you, Belinda!
Hope you're keeping you...Thank you, Belinda! <br /><br />Hope you're keeping yourself snug and warm in Scotland tonight.Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069419364783245762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7626558959674808582.post-47808784413335170502010-12-05T19:04:03.677+02:002010-12-05T19:04:03.677+02:00Savouring the simple things that make us happy - w...Savouring the simple things that make us happy - what a fabulous reminder of where true contentment lies, thank you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12169459398749257493noreply@blogger.com