One of the most wonderful things about having a positive attitude is the number of people it touches, many times in ways you’ll never know.
Recently, I stopped by a convenience store to get a newspaper and a pack of gum. The young woman at the check-out counter said, “That’ll be twenty rupees please,” and as I reached into my wallet, the thought occurred to me that a newspaper and gum didn’t quite make it to twenty rupees. When I looked up to get a “re-quote”, she had a big smile on her face and said, “Gotcha! I got to get my tip in there somehow!” I laughed when I knew I’d been had. She then glanced down at the paper I was buying and said, “I’m sick and tired of all this negative stuff on the front pages. I want to read some good news for a change.” She then said, “In fact, I think someone should just publish a Good News newspaper – a paper with wonderful, inspirational stories about people overcoming adversity and doing good things for others. I’d buy one every day!” She then thanked me for coming in and said, “Maybe we’ll get lucky tomorrow; maybe we’ll get some good news,” and she laughed. She made my day.
The following day after my work, I dropped by the same store again to pick up bottled water, but a different young lady was behind the counter. As I checked out I said, “Good evening” and handed her my money for the water. She said nothing – not a word, not a smile…nothing. She just handed me my change and in a negative tone ordered…“Next!”
It hit me right between the eyes: Two people, same age; one made me feel great, and the other, well, made me feel that I had inconvenienced her by showing up.
By the choices we make, by the attitudes we exhibit, we are influencing lives every day in positive or negative ways…our family, our peers, our friends, and even strangers we’ve never met before and will never meet again.
So when you brush your teeth every morning, look in the mirror and ask yourself this important question: Who do I want to be today? “The Grouch” or “The Good News Girl”? Your answer will go a long way toward determining the joy and happiness that you will experience in your life.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Monday, November 19, 2007
Attire with Pearls
For a younger western look,try combining pearls with a lot of glitter and shine to give it that contemporary edge. For instance nude asymetrical top could be embellished with cluster of pearls, as well as some sparky gold sequins to jazz it up and make it look youthful.A more mature person could try a blouse with just the collar embelished with pearls and diamonds. In western wear,halters and dresses can look stunning with a little pearl work along the neckline."Try adding some to the waist band of skirts as well" .One could even try corsets,"since corsets are always made with a very thick fabric that holds the work very well.Also a pearl embroidered tunic worn over a pair of jeans makes for a fun casual look. I can say that pearls are evergreen,they are something that will never go out of fashion and moreover pearl drops or chandelier ear rings with diamonds and pearls to go with a western oufit.
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