Tuesday, July 5, 2011

HURT?

A L O H A !
Come in - Let's Talk About That-








" Our prime purpose in this life is to help others.
 And if you can't help them,
 at least don't hurt them. "


            Dalai Lama 

















"  Most cynics are really crushed romantics:
 they've been hurt,
 they're sensitive, 
and their cynicism is a shell
 that's protecting this tiny, dear part in them
 that's still alive. "



Jeff Bridges








" When you can't remember why you're hurt,
 that's when you're healed. "

Jane Fonda 








@}-;-'---
(Rose)






Have you been hurt?

Abused? Disregarded, Disrespected? 

Have you been denied basic nurture?

Especially as a child?

I have to tell you

that these things stay with you,

they leave a mark,

a mark on who you are.


But I'm HAPPY to tell you

-as I have discovered to be true-

that it is entirely within your power

whether those marks will be scars

or medals of honor

or even flowers of the soul

blossoming always,

their roots in that terrible knowledge,

yet blessing every creature.


The Best Revenge.


I wish YOU all the best!
         Your comment is appreciated, cloudia


" All you need is love.
 But a little chocolate now and then
 doesn't hurt. "




32 comments:

the walking man said...

When one forgives themselves and then the offender and the offender them, there is only one more step left, stop carrying the baggage you no longer own. Leave it at the terminal and board the train and head on down the line a thousand pounds lighter.

Maude Lynn said...

Such truth in this!

Karen Jones Gowen said...

Wonderful quotes!

Cloudia said...

Such blessing returns to me on electric waves!

You are true friends. Thank you for your valuable time and care.

Bitch said...

We all have to live with scars and
the healing takes in some cases a
lifetime...

Anonymous said...

Wonderful, Cloudia! Amen!

Elephant's Child said...

And yes, sometimes the scars itch and burn but I have found that if I ignore them I can move forward again. Thanks.

Commander Zaius said...

It goes without saying but the Dalai Lama is a very wise man.

Hilary said...

Beautiful photos and a fine message.

Bonnie Zieman, M.Ed. said...

Healing quotes and thoughts there Cloudia.

Lynn said...

"It is entirely within your power...the best revenge." Yes! I love this post, Cloudia, and its truth.

Feisty Crone said...

amen, Sistah!

Ileana said...

I can't believe we both wrote about this today. The last part of this post is one of the most encouraging, uplifting things I've ever read. Love your quotes, btw. :)

Kavita Saharia said...

Healing matter of time,matter of opportunity .Wonderful.

Cloudia said...

Bless YOU!!!!

magiceye said...

indeed!
namaste /\ from mumbai
aloha!

இ Baŋäŋaz இ said...

Time will surely and slowly heal..

Cloudia said...

Thank YOU!!!

Windsmoke. said...

I'll take the chocolate :-).

Kay said...

I agree with you totally, Cloudia. I speak from experience also.

claude said...

Nice post, Cloudia !
ALOHA !

Charles Gramlich said...

I believe that quote about cynics is absolutely true.

dr.antony said...

Clouda !
You have more wisdom of maturity than of your age.I am getting addicted to your style.

Pierre BOYER said...

Enjoy your day dear Cloudia !
Regards,

Pierre

Elizabeth said...

Greetings from New York!

PerthDailyPhoto said...

Wonderfully wise quotes Cloudia, along side beautiful pictures. You know the Dalai Lama has just been here in Perth, so many people went to hear him speak.Such a wise man, with a lovely sense of humour.

Lisa said...

hello cloudia wonderful meaningful quotes as always.

21 Wits said...

Oh I needed this today, what with storms and hail breaking my windshield and our power off, twice, and internet grief as well....I really enjoyed the peace and ups from all these well written quotes....thanks for being here with such uplifting thoughts!

KrippledWarrior said...

Well said. succinct and accurate.

Cloudia said...

Comments are like a box of chocolates:
surprises! All Good!

Yum

Betty Manousos said...

great quotes! so true!

alohaaa!!
betty xx

Betty Manousos said...

wonderful set of photos, as usual!