Time Enough at Last

"Time Enough At Last" is a favorite old Twilight Zone episode in my house. It is the story of a bookworm who is the sole survivor of a nuclear war. Once he discovers that he is alone and can spend all his time reading- his favorite pasttime, he slips and breaks his glasses.

The lesson is to live each moment to the fullest. Don't wait for anything. Do it now!

We all get to a point in our lives where we start to realize how precious time is. We wake up and find out that time has slipped by and we may feel regrets.

No more regrets! Stop and live now. Do what you want to do. Don't live for anyone else- live for you! Remember the things that you stopped doing that used to bring you joy.

Re-visit them.

Life is far too short to be worried about what others think. Live a life that makes you proud of who you are. Make no excuses but own up to your behavior. No one is perfect and anyone who pretends to be is phony.

So today, I am embracing all the good that I have. I am enjoying the people in my life that mean the most to me.

I am not losing any sleep over the people I have come across recently who are miserable in their skin by their own wrong-doing. Vindictive, hateful, jealous and spiteful - they are just jealous because I have the courage to live fully. I don't hide behind anything or blame others for the past.

The past is over- today is the present and I am going to fully enjoy the gift that it is.

Holiday gift ideas

The holidays will be here before you know it. Instead of standing in lines and fighting traffic, why not shop online?

Not only can you find your favorites stores with online outlets but you can also get creative with your gift-giving by buying a vintage, retro or antique item for someone this holiday season. Here are a few ideas from an Etsy store called Treasures by Mimi.

Victorian/Shabby Chic Vase is a lovely gift that will be treasured as a keepsake for years to come.

Another treasure by Mimi is this beautiful Milk Glass tiered platter.

Vintage Milk Glass Tiered Platter
just picture this filled with butter cookies or tiny pastries.

Maybe you need retro dessert goblets for your Thanksgiving dinner? Mimi has lovely choices at reasonable prices.

Retro Dessert Goblets or Antique Silver and Glass Dessert Dishes are both charming choices for a holiday dinner.

Other unique gifts that Mimi has to offer can be found at her Etsy store. Treasures by Mimi takes care in how she ships her treasures to you. Fair pricing on shipping and quick service; Mimi ships items within 3 business days of receiving payment through paypal.

Mimi will also be offering beautiful handmade sequin and beaded Victorian style Christmas ornaments. These "treasures" will become a tradition on your Christmas tree year after year. Reasonably priced keepsakes that Mimi has been giving for gifts for years and now she is sharing her designs with the world. Here are some more pictures of what Treasures by Mimi has to offer. For more information, contact Mimi through her Etsy store.