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Thankful Thursdays ~ For Child Like Wonder

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty 0575737

You have probably heard the expression of don't take life so seriously, none of us get out alive. On Thankful Thursday I am reminded that gratitude is a key component of happiness so don't be one of those people with scowls on your face that the sky is falling all the time even if it is a difficult or trying time.

What I thought of for ME that I am thankful for, and I hope you have it too, or work on re-discovering it, is CHILD LIKE WONDER. NEVER losing that child within you, EVEN IF you are fully grown as an adult and make those mature decisions about life and business and choices of what to do next every day.

Child like wonder lets you laugh more often than not during stressful times and even to frame your perspective in such a way that you can say you can look over a field of dandelions and either see a hundred weeds or a hundred wishes. I prefer the latter.

To assist you in this quest of finding again YOUR CHILD, the bottled water company Evian has a new commercial called Dancing With My Baby-Me. Your child is in there, just let him or her express themself with JOY now and then. JUST DANCE!!

 

 

Paul S. Henderson, REALTORĀ®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I find myself dancing with my grandsons far more than I did with my kids. I guess with age comes  fun and music appreciation =]

Apr 25, 2013 01:16 AM
Steven Cook
No Longer Processing Mortgages. - Tacoma, WA

Gary -- a great video- I think they may be able to build some market share with this one.  However, those of us without much rhythm will not be dancing in the streets very soon.

Apr 25, 2013 02:36 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

If we could only know half the stuff at a young age that we do at an older age, we sould all dance a lot more.

Apr 25, 2013 03:48 AM
Carol Lee
Dilbeck Real Estate - Oak Park, CA
Realtor - Agoura, Oak Park, Westlake CA Homes

Evian has some great commercials.  People often tell me I look younger than my true age.  My answer is usually that it is because I am short and immature!

 

Apr 25, 2013 08:59 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Gary

That's a great video.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Apr 25, 2013 09:49 AM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Gary, I've been a wee bit stressed out for the past few days, and this one was a real treat to read and watch.  So thank you!

Apr 26, 2013 12:11 AM
Than Maynard
Coldwell Banker Heart of Oklahoma - Purcell, OK
Broker - Licensed to List & Sell - 405-990-8862

Heh, that is an interesting commercial. Pretty cute babies.

Apr 27, 2013 01:01 AM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Hey, Gary!  I included this post in today’s Last Week’s Favorites.  Please drop by and check it out, and and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Apr 27, 2013 10:53 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

The wonderful thing about having grandkids is that I more often dwell with a sense of childlike wonder!  It's a wonderful realm to dwell!

Apr 27, 2013 11:07 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Gary,

What a wonderful video and of course your message is always so uplifting! Certainly makes you smile..thanks for sharing!

Apr 27, 2013 11:11 PM
Kristin Johnston - REALTORĀ®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

I had to stop by since I saw your post on Patricia's wrap up....I can see why she included it! Thanks and have a great day!

Apr 27, 2013 11:12 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I saw that video on facebook yesterday,, and I laughed again watching it just now.  I would love a mirror like that!

Apr 27, 2013 11:26 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)

I just can't enough of this video.

Apr 28, 2013 07:22 AM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

I love this....I hadn't seen it before...thanks so much for sharing it! 

Apr 28, 2013 09:54 AM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Gary, that's the next level of advertising - nothing to kid about...just loved it!

Apr 28, 2013 03:54 PM