Tuesday, October 5, 2010

{Finding your happy heart}

if you pursue happiness....it will elude you
but
if you focus on your family....friends...
the needs of others...
the ability to see good things in unexpected places
....happiness will find you
~
Hope you can find your happy heart today!
~
{a happy little thought......
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63 comments:

Vintage Home said...

wow...I am first today!...you amaze me....
One Happiness is watching your blog!

Pauline said...

Lovely post, Koralee. I hope that you have a very happy day also :o)
Hugs

Pamela said...

Wonderful post first thing in the morning Koralee!
And I have to add to family making me happy ....my pets too! Especially our black bad boy kitty..if he can't put a smile on your face no one can :)
Pamela xo

Unknown said...

Please don't tell me that your Hydrangas are still that wonderful, still that pink, still full of such happiness. Once again a stunning picture from your arsenal of photos. What a happy way to start my day. Inspiration to wander out in the world of color and find the simple things.

Smiling from ear to ear,
Kate

PCovi said...

I agree! Joy comes from serving and loving!

FrenchBlue said...

Dear One,
"It's my happy heart I hear, singing loud and singing clear and it's all because your near"~~ Love this old Andy Williams song~~ You are so right. You find what you are looking for...always!
XO

myletterstoemily said...

you are so wise for such a young thing. joy comes
so unexpectedly, when we are not looking for it.

it also can come right on the heels of heartache.

love those blue shoes!

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

...and again, you uplifted my day, sweet friend. Beautiful words and photo. I fell head over heals in love with your gorgeous flats!
Love for a happy Tuesday xxxx

Anonymous said...

Lovely inspiration and so true, I love to surround myself with my family and precious friends! xoxoxo ~Ashley

flowersandhome said...

Beautiful, both the picture and the thought!
Marian

Unknown said...

You always have such wonderful words of wisdom here ... and the best feet/leg shots! Hard as I try, mine never turn out as cute. (Maybe it's because the legs and feet in my photos aren't skinny with adorable shoes!)

Faith Hope and Cherrytea said...

definitely happy hearted today ~
it's my b'day!
tea party's on at FHC!
everyone invited :)
see you there ~

Randi Troxell said...

happy happy tuesday.. and i love that pic!!!

Marguerite (Tina) Smith Hart said...

I am happiest when I am making something for someone I care about and it's something I know they will love!
Wonderful post Koralee and a great way to start the day!
Tina xo

Julie Harward said...

That is the truest thing anyone could ever say...the Saviors way is the way for sure! Come say hi :D

Dogwood said...

i love happy thoughts. thanks. you are always a sunshine place while reading blog posts. thanks!

Amanda said...

Happiness is everything:D Thx for another beautiful post lovie:D I adore your blog, I makes me happy n_n
Xo
Mandy

Ana Degenaar said...

Thanks! I was feeling a bit blue before reading this post!
xo

hilary@oldhousetruelove said...

ABSOLUTELY!

Abz said...

I like that-- "happiness will find you."

:) thanks for sharing

Suz said...

Thanks, Koralee,I usually have my "happy heart" and that is exactly how I find it. Today I am not feeling good physically and I it is eluding me. I think the key is just what you have said...time to done something for others. I have three friends who I am making Halloween boxes for. Time to get busy with those. I know it will make my happy heart come back!
Big hugs and thanks!
Suz

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

HOW VERY TRUE DEAREST ONE! We are most happy when we just BE, GIVE, LAUGH, LOVE and happiness comes tumbling down on us. I love those blue shoes!!! Anita

Monica said...

So true. We are always blessed when we focus our attentions outward rather than inward. Thank you for the sweet reminder :)

Unknown said...

my happy today has been playing legos with my little one and making my grandmother's chip dip for the kid's treat when they get home from school!! hugs, susan

Kelly said...

Beautiful words! I agree totally!!!

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

I need to relax this afternoon so that happiness can find me. As much as I like getting my teeth cleaned...a trip to the dentist this morning does not count as happiness! But at least it's done and now I can be happy! heehee! Hugs! ♥

Marilyn Miller said...

Yes, a lovely post of happiness.

It's me said...

You are my happy heart ....everyday darling......love you......xxxxxx

{kara} said...

hi friend, you emulate this post so well!
hope you are doing very well!

fernandflora said...

Mmm. Too true! Thank you for a lovely reminder. I'm having a happy week! Lots of good things are happening. Hope the same is true for you!

xo xo xo

Lynn said...

Love those pink hydrangeas....A very positive and uplifting post :)

Blessed Serendipity said...

Happiness is meant to be shared with others. Thank you for sharing!

xo,
Danielle

Evie said...

trying to find my happy heart today...

Celestial Charms said...

Oh yes, most definitely. I call that simply, contentment. :)
Maureen

Elyse said...

thank you happy calendar ... i mean, koralee. your sweet blog is like a smile-a-day calendar. thank you for all the care you put into your blog and back out into the world.

xo
elyse

Anonymous said...

Thats so true.If you have problems and help others with theirs yours will feel so small.

Have a lovely evening!

Sue said...

I love stopping by for your words of wisdom and happy photos...it makes my day!

B said...

Hello Sweetness- I've missed you! I'm so glad to be back visiting this place that always makes me happier. Just wanted to say; hope things are good with your girlie. I bet she's having a fab time. Do apologise for the weather though, I'm afraid she'll get used to the damp!
B x

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Koralee,

Always love coming to visit your happy place and you dear friend, thank you for all you share.

Hope that your week is a happy one.
Hugs
Carolyn

ps. Do hope that Miss Molly is enjoying her time in the UK and getting settled in.

Anonymous said...

as i read this it makes me think of the things that made me happy(est) today ~ sharing a piece of cheesecake with a friend @ lunch...getting a text from my sister saying she has patty pan squash for me...taking my 5 yr old grandson for a haircut...watching him enjoy a soft pretzel afterwards...coming home to my hubby and a warm house...BEAR snoring under my work table...

thank you Sweetness for helping me remember to find my happy heart tonight :D

HUGS xxxx ~victoria~

Rizzi said...

I WOULD BE HAPPIER IF THE SUN WOULD SHINE. OUR WEATHER HAS BEEN, COLD, AND RAINY....THE COLD I LIKE.....IT FEELS SO GOOD. THE RAIN...WELL...NOW THAT'S A ANOTHER STORY...I'D RATHER SEE THE SUN. HAPPINESS TO YOU MY FRIEND.
YOU HAVE BEEN A VERY BUSY LADY. TAKE CARE.....RIZZI

LuLu said...

so true... pure happiness when helping others.here's to many days of happiness
xo,
LuLu

Gloria said...

Love this sweet post! Very true words! True happiness comes when we know God places each of us where he wants us to serve. We need to rest in the fact that He engineers all of our circumstances...:)

Scrap for Joy said...

A beautiful and true thought... Love the picture of the beautiful flowers and cute shoes!

birdie blue said...

love your happy hydrangeas. wishing you happiness today, and always!

xo
~molly

Lindsay said...

Ah, how happy this blog makes me. No matter what happens, I read these posts and I am just so uplifted.

Kirsty Vittetoe said...

Beautiful picture, i wish you a happy week too!

Tricia said...

Very pretty post. Best wishes for a happy week :)

Simple Home said...

I feel like I've been blessed with a life of joy and happiness, but you are so right, it's not something you pursue, it's a gift.
You give a little bit of it with every post. Thank you for that Koralee :-)
Blessings,
Marcia

Poppies and Sunshine said...

I am loving your turquoise shoes! And love it paired with the pink flowers! Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday :) xoxo

Miles Of Style said...

so true...so inspiring and so easy to do! =) thanks a bunch for sharing!

Life love, clutter and other beautiful things. said...

Gorgeous. Sooo true! I love stopping by it is so beautiful in so many ways xox

Anonymous said...

Wise words, Koralee, and oh so true!
I hope you're having a lovely week!
~ Jo :)

Ingrid said...

Hello Koralee,beautiful pictures and beautiful words!I love your shoes!!!

Ingrid

Rosie said...

Greetings Dear~heart,
Oh yes, this is a very "happy place" you have for us to all meet for a little cuppa..thank~you
Sending hugs and kisses for a Happy, Happy Day
....smile on Rosie

Paula said...

Lovely words - just what I needed to hear today - hope your days has turned out full of happiness! xx

Brenda Pruitt said...

You can tell you have a happy heart!
Brenda

Anonymous said...

truer words were never spoken!
I love your sweet, thoughtful sentiments each day!
what a gentle soul and beautiful woman you are..inside and out! your blog is a wonderful reflection of you and your Happy Heart!

ciao bella Koralee!

thanks so much for your taking the time to visit with me!

CREATIVE CARMLEINA

ELK said...

i . have . missed . you ... my heart is filled by your space here!!

Unknown said...

This quotation is so fitting for my day, I made a colleague happy so hopefully happiness keeps on finding me everyday ;)

Wishing you a happy Wednesday!

Susan said...

You make my heart happy every time I visit!
Enjoy your short school week! We have Monday off too, for Columbus Day. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration and always know how thankful I am for YOU!
Blessings!

Anne in Oxfordshire said...

I hope you found your HAPPY heart today too, .. a beautiful post Koralee.

I would like to thank you for your beautiful card you sent me .. I have done a post about Postcards in which yours is featured :-) take care Anne

debra@dustjacket said...

Those workds are so true.
xoxo