Friday, November 2, 2012

The Gift of Time


If I could give you anything ~ it would be the gift of time.




The time to enjoy life's true pleasures.




To treasure happy memories of your family and old and dear friends.




To take the time to enjoy a beautiful sunset.




To keep your creativity alive.




The time to explore all the wonders this world has to offer.




The time to remember all of the pets you have ever loved.




The time to reflect and remember the spirit that lives within.



The time to enjoy a sunny afternoon walk on a beautiful
autumn day.  And the time to remember all of your blessings.


Joining ~ 

Favorites on the First
Pink Saturday


Bentley and I wish you a wonderful weekend.  Remember to 
keep the victims of hurricane Sandy in your prayers.

Hugs,
Susan and Bentley




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26 comments:

  1. Blondie's JournalNovember 2, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    Beautiful post, Susan. Time to just "look around us!"

    Have a happy weekend!

    XO,
    Jane

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  2. Vintage GalNovember 2, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Susan ~ what a beautiful touching post. So heart warming my friend ~

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  3. Barbara F.November 2, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    Susan, this post touched my heart. A beautiful sentiment. xo

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  4. JocelynNovember 2, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    Whoa, what a great post. And a funny thing. I don't know where your picture of the teens came from, but at first glance I thought I was looking at myself on the front row. Long hair and all, when I was young ;-D Which one is you?? Of course WE don't look like that now!! Thanks for the touching post.

    Jocelyn @
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

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    1. Susan FreemanNovember 2, 2012 at 11:32 AM

      I am the one with bangs, my chin resting on my hands. I lost all of my old photos in a house fire. A friend sent me this one. A great group of smart, talented and fun girls.
      Susan

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  5. AnonymousNovember 2, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    Oh, Susan! What a beautiful post! I love this and beautiful snaps!
    Blessings,
    Shelia;)

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  6. Francie...The Scented Cottage StudioNovember 2, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    Lovely Susan. I do try and do all of those but who wouldn't want more time. Hugs to Bentley

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  7. mypinkprettiesaboutmeNovember 2, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Thx for a lovely post and a lovely gift. I do remember my past pets, and dearly love my current fur babies. I really enjoyed your precious gift and used it to remember.

    Thx for sharing

    HPS

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  8. SImple and Serene LivingNovember 2, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    A beautiful post, Susan. A reminder to enjoy each and every moment of our lives.

    Hugs,
    Laura

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  9. MichelleNovember 2, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Lovely pictures. And I so need extra time for my creativity. *sigh* Hope you and Bentley have a wonderful weekend!

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  10. DebbyNovember 2, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Beautiful words. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  11. acorn hollowNovember 2, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    sounds wonderful. we are cloudy with the threat of snow. so the wood stove is going warm cookies from the oven it is time to put my feet up and have tea.
    Cathy

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  12. AnonymousNovember 2, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    Thank you, Susan! The same to you! Lovely post.

    Helene

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  13. Susan Nowell @ My Place to YoursNovember 2, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Susan, what a beautiful post! Thank you for the sentiments. Have a wonderful weekend!

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  14. Marti McClureNovember 2, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Well said Susan! I hope you have a wonderful weekend and a Happy Pink Saturday! ~Marti

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  15. 20 North OraNovember 2, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Susan - thanks for a beautiful post. We should all take time from our so-called busy schedules and enjoy the blessings of life.

    Judy

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  16. wendyNovember 2, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    The gift of time...THAT IS A GOOD GIFT. I just read Mitch Albom's book THE TIME KEEPER. good book !

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  17. Alison @ The PolohouseNovember 2, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Such a lovely post. So pertinent after the happenings of the weekend.
    God bless you and yours. Thanks so much for sharing your sweet sentiments,
    Susan.
    xoxox
    Alison

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  18. Chubskulit RoseNovember 2, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Simply beautiful!

    Pink at my page.
    Have a lovely weekend.

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  19. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesNovember 2, 2012 at 9:47 PM

    Susan, what a lovely post! So much to be thankful for. So of my friends have decided to write something that they are thankful for every day this month.

    I read that you lost all your photos in a house fire! I hope you were not home at the time, and that no one was injured! My aunt and her 5 young children survived an early morning house fire many years ago. The house was a total loss, but thankfully they were all saved. They were saved by my aunts mini poodle Fifi, she alerted them to the fire! Fifi survived too!

    Have a lovely weekend!

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  20. Ann@A Sentimental LifeNovember 3, 2012 at 4:58 AM

    One of my patients and I just had that discussion this week. Like we were told when we were little and it is so true

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  21. bjNovember 3, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    Oh, Dear...these are all, by far, the most beloved gifts.
    Thank you, dear one.

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  22. My name is RietNovember 3, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    What a BEAUTIFUL post. And what wonderful gifts. Thank you

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  23. KathysueNovember 3, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Hi Susan, What a lovely post and oh the gift of time, it truly is a gift isn't it. Thank you so much for your visit today and for becoming a follower on my blog. I hope you continue to enjoy your visits!
    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Kathysue
    Goodlifeofdesign.blogspot.com

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  24. Antiques And TeacupsNovember 3, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Hi Susan & Bentley. What a wonderful post. So very evocative. Your photos are beautiful, and great thoughts. Time is so precious...and it passes so quickly! A great reminder of a true fact of life. And I also love your blue chintz background! Happy PS!
    Ruth

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  25. AnnesphamilyNovember 4, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    Hi! These photos are terrific! Bentley you are so sweet! Susan you are just as sweet! Love visiting the two of you and hope your week is wonderful! Time moves too quickly! I am glad I read this lovely share!

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