Pull back the curtain and you will see all the things hidden in me
Locked away deep in my soul, these are what make me whole
Keeping them covered from view, so not to hurt all of you
But I must embrace who I have become, my entire sum
Living a secretive way is not how to spend every day
Making the choice is harder still, but I know I will
Because when I choose me, then am I set free©
by Mac
Filed under inspiration, Life Lessons, poetry
What kind of word is nattyWordPress? Argh!!
I used a thesaurus and found out it means some such thing about looks. Do tell me UK friends, is this word your doing? I suppose if I was dapper, dashing or dainty it would be a great adverb. But I quite hate it altogether! Change one letter and you spell nasty and that is all I can think of. Blah!
So in an effort to go on with writing for this word of the day- here’s a go at it!
There once was a man so dapper, but he was only a good napper
And a maiden of considerable looks, but she only could read books
But life isn’t all about fashions, you should also follow your passions
So if you are tempted to be vain, remember it’s okay to be plain©
Filed under inspiration, Life Lessons, poetry
“Love yourself, even a little bit each day, and your life will bloom into infinite joy.”
― Amy Leigh Mercree
by Mac©
by Mac©
by Mac©
Filed under nature-photography, Uncategorized
“When I go down by the sandy shore
I can think of nothing I want more
Than to live by the booming sea
As the seagulls flutter round about me
I can run about–when the tide is out
With the wind and the sand and the sea all about
And the seagulls are swirling and diving for fish
Oh-to live by the sea is my only wish.”
~Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Cee’s B&W Photo Challenge: A or B “Birds”
by Mac©
by Mac©
by Mac©
by Mac©
Photos by Mac, taken with a Nikon D3400
Filed under Beach Life, nature-photography
“Always give away your pure love without expecting any love in return. The universe will fill your heart with an abundance of love, joy and happiness again and again.”
~Debasish Mridha
I like to think I see love, in its purest form, as white. Clean, pure and unadulterated. No expectations, but doing for another selflessly. Relationships, after all, are growing things. Being able to bloom and flourish takes nurturing. Giving love in this way is fulfilling and beautiful. And, when giving of one’s self is done purely for the sake of another’s needs, truly they reap what they do not even imagine is possible. So, be purely selfless with your love!© In Responce to~Tuesday Photo Challenge: The Color Of Love
by Mac©
by Mac©
Filed under Love of..., nature-photography
“There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty.”~Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
I will admit that I am quite taken with my hair. It is my favorite feature about myself, besides my eyes. And, while I try not to be vain, well, it probably comes as no surprise that I can be.
But, to be honest, I actually have quite a bit of body image problems. I may appear to some as being self-confident, but in all truth, I am not. I have suffered with body dysmorphia for years. Weight has always been a problem for me. Fad diets and easy weight loss pills have been my bane at times. I have yo-yoed for years, gone up and down three different clothing sizes. I would love to say I could blame my pregnancies, but seeing as my kids are nearly 14 and 16, I think not, lol!
So, as I close in over the next few years to the big 4-0 I am working on being healthy. Walking almost daily and attempting at a healthier diet. My doctor has also gotten on board and is helping me with some medications. Not weight loss pills, but some others that are proven to aide a person if they are doing all the right things. These have helped and I did go down 10 pounds in two months! A very healthy rate of loss.
And, things I do have going for me- I do not suffer with high blood pressure, high sugar, high cholesteral or any other type of problems that can come with weight issues. Yes, the occassional body ache and I do have a bad back. But, overall I am actually very healthy, according to my doctor. Now, if my mind could just get on board and my body could toe the line.
And all this, just from talking about my hair. Which, by the way, is all natural me. No dyes, except for the sun which likes to kiss me with highlights in the summer.
This is me ~Mac
Filed under Beauty and Health, Life Lessons, Uncategorized
How perfect of a challenge this was for me. Just this Sunday we went to an amazing light show that a local garden puts on for Christmas, “Night Of A Thousand Candles.” It is quite spectacular with candles and lights, reflective waters and beautiful art. I wanted to share some of these with you and wish you a Merry Christmas!
Tuesday Photo Challenge: Lights
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As a photographer horizons have always held a lot of meaning and beauty for me. The idea that really every day holds a new horizon with its beginning and its end, such an amazing analogy in itself. I hope you enjoy these images I’ve captured over the past month. ~Mac
One of my favorite quotes:
“Sunsets. The illusion either above the horizon or below it. When day and night are linked in a way that cannot be one without the other, yet they cannot exist at the same time.” ~Ebelsain Villegas
Filed under Beach Life, nature-photography
The strength of your stance
Brute smell and rugged attire
I cannot deny you set me afire
Let me count the ways
How did I exist before your smile?
Intense blue eyes that pierce me
Golden hair, makes the sun envy
Let me count the ways
But best, how you make me laugh
The ways your humor really flows
Between the lines, sarcasm expose
These are the ways I love you
©Let Me Count The Ways by SBDMB (MM)
Filed under Love of..., poetry
Long locks dripping with wet
Brushing through the mess
Pump in the hair products
Mousse and serum with finesse
Blowing out the chocolate mane
I comb and tug and pull
A heated iron for all the kinks
Now its thick and full
Prepping of the palate has begun
A tug a pluck a tweeze
Load on the lotion with SPF
Anti-wrinkle and plumping creams
Base for painting is dabbed on
Proceed with puffs and brushes
Lines are drawn and colors blended
The lips now full and luscious
Wisely chosen baubles gleam
Gold and silver shimmer
Patterns, textures and fabric
Which will make me slimmer?
Linger at the mirror
Then comes the final touch
A boot or flat or a heel
Last just grab my clutch
Dolled up, now where shall I go
I’ve spent just over an hour
Perhaps I’ll go back to the store
To buy more primping powder
©All Dolled Up by SBDMB (MM)
Filed under Beauty and Health, humor
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