Gift-Of-Love

Greetings everyone! ♥

When we give the Gift of Love, we are giving from our heart without any expectations of receiving in return. We don't have to give from our wallet to be giving, either. When we 'show' we care; when we 'show' compassion, understanding, empathy; when we have and 'show' respect for others; when we do something, even seemingly small like helping another carry something or things or hold the door for another or say something to cheer up another; when we listen to another to actually listen; when we give up just some of our time for another or others are all ways to give the Gift of Love. There are so many ways to give the Gift of Love that do not cost a single cent and giving should be throughout the entire year, not just around Christmas. When we give selflessly, our self worth, self esteem, and self respect are all boosted. Therefore, when we give to others, we gift ourselves as well and no amount of money can buy this for us. "Giving is the joy of living." ~ Artsieladie Quote ♥

"Gift Of Love" (with poem)

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Regardless of our faith, in Love we can believe,
For Love's within us all, if we choose to retrieve.
Should we choose to leave Love in a dormant state,
Then we invite into our heart the bitterness of hate.

Those who believe in the power of Love,
Radiate and spread around all the beauty of.
Those who deny Love to flourish within their heart,
Spread misery around, since it's all they can impart.

We have all been blessed with the greatest Gift,
Though some choose to away from Love, drift.
The presence of Love or not is always crystal clear
In how we treat others; how others we revere.

Love is not selfish, cruel, apathetic, unforgiving;
Does not embrace greed or a miserable way of living.
Instead, Love is selfless, compassionate, and kind,
With consideration for others a natural state of mind.

Love is not ego serving, boastful and bragging;
Doesn't tune out a guilty conscience nagging.
Instead, Love is humble, modest, and reserved;
Accountable and accepting of what's deserved.

Love is not jealous, envious, resentful, or bitter;
Nor shallow, spineless, a flip-flopping fence sitter.
Instead, Love cultivates virtue, values, and integrity,
Making real in oneself a comfortable place to be.

When, our Gift Of Love, we cultivate with care,
We then reap to scatter Love seeds everywhere,
Always hoping they'll take root in another's garden bed,
Where there's being tilled the opposite of Love, instead.

When in our hearts we grow Love, we never have to feel
Afraid that another will come along and from us, steal
What we are growing and therefore, in possession of,
Because all they can take from us is some of our Love.

Once in the thief's possession, Love can only grow,
Infiltrate and change the current seeds they sow.
So, when we give the Gift Of Love and without request,
We can know in our heart we have given the very best.

In this day and age of money taking precedence,
Love is still free to receive and to dispense.
Love cannot be bought nor can Love be sold,
Making the Gift Of Love untouchable by gold.

We need not save our Love for special times and places,
Just for special occasions and to gladden special faces,
For the magic of Love is released every time we give
And multiplies within us when the Gift Of Love we LIVE!

Merry Christmas!

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"When we give the Gift of Love, we give the very best,

And the joy we bring to others, the same with, we are blessed."

~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Happy-Dads-Day-2018

Greetings everyone! ♥

"Most men can be a father, biologically,
But not all are Dads with honour and integrity!"
~ Quote by Artsieladie ♥

"Happy Dads Day" (image pending)
Most men can be a father, not requiring any skill
Beyond an encounter that will give them a thrill.
But here's where comes in to play the dividing line,
Since a Dad is someone special, planned by God Divine.

To be a Dad takes more than a roll in the hay;
Is more than what biology can ever hope to say.
A Dad loves his children, cares for them for life,
Sees being a Dad a joy and not burden laden strife.

Fathers are a dime a dozen, with plenty of them around,
But among the fathers, the Dads, fewer of are found.
Then there are the Dads where biology plays no roll at all,
Yet, step up to the plate as Dad, to fill another man's call.

To be fair this holds true with women and also does apply,
Since most can be mothers, but many, as Moms, come up shy.
Being a father or a mother is a biological roll,
But without them as Dads and Moms, the children pay the toll.

Most any man can be a father, have this title given them,
But the role of Dad is reserved for a man who is a gem.
A man who fathers a child and turns his back is a cad,
While a real man sees fatherhood as a privilege to be Dad.

Being a Dad is much more than a financial liability;
Requires guidance of a man with principles and integrity.
A Dad encourages his children with Love and support,
Disciplines as needed but abuse NEVER to will resort.

Instead of Happy Fathers Day, let's make it more correct
To honour those deserving and may the day's name reflect
The true heroes to their children, through actions ironclad, 
And so, I wish a Happy Dads Day to each and every Dad!

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To honour all the great Dads!
"A man who fathers a child and turns his back is a cad, While a real man sees fatherhood as a privilege to be Dad."
~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Smiles-n-Hugs

Greetings everyone! ♥

"To show we care, there is no cost
And neither is anything lost,
But so much to gain with just a little of
And it's all because, when we give Love.
Hugs say more than our words can say
When Love is what we wish to convey."
~ Artsieladie Quote ♥

"Smiles-n-Hugs"

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Smiles and hugs to give are free,
So no need to selfish be.
Give a hug with a smile,
Give a hug to bring a smile,
To another's heart,
To another's face.
Spread love and kindness EVERY place.

Since smiles and hugs nothing cost,
There's all to gain with nothing lost.
So be generous for the more you give,
The more and happier hearts will live.
Smiles and hugs, the magic of,
Is because they're made of Love.

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"Hugs bring smiles to hearts and faces,

Making both such happy places!"

~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Valentine-Bear-Hugs

Greetings everyone! ♥

I love teddybears and giving/receiving hugs are simply simple, yet such wonderful gestures of caring and Love. Hence, this piece of art...  ♥

"Valentine Bear Hugs"

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"Hug someone you Love today  and place upon their face  A smile they can deeply feel  within their inner place."  ~ Artsieladie/Sharon Donnelly
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"Hugs are simple gestures that cost not a cent, But are invaluable to show feelings truly meant."
~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Row-YOUR-Boat

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For the better part of about the last two weeks I've been working on my blogs, giving them make-overs of sorts. It would be much better and less frustrating if the page/text editor actually co-operated. Numerous times the editor wouldn't work as it should and so, I had to try and figure things out through HTML and I am so not good with this! Anyhow, I still have more to do, especially with Creative Corner, but I'm pausing to post for a change.

This poem can be sung, if one knows the two children's tunes, "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" and "The Farmer In The Dell". With the first half of every verse and second half also of last verse, sing to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" and with the second half of every verse, except last verse, sing to the tune of "The Farmer In The Dell".

Inspired in part by Dr. Wayne Dyer. May he always be enjoying a new adventure. May God bless and rest his soul forever. ♥
"Row YOUR Boat"

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1) Row, row, Row YOUR Boat Gently down the stream; Row with the flow of life t'wards YOUR  Each and ev'ry dream. Row YOUR Boat always, Always with the flow, For against the current Is not the way to go. Row, row, Row YOUR Boat, Row YOUR Boat along And if you row with Love, you'll be  Never in the wrong. Should you encounter rapids Or should you run aground, They're temporary setbacks, But don't you turn around! Just row, Row YOUR Boat Onward t'wards YOUR dream, Rowing along with Love, as the Power of YOUR steam. For when you row with Love, You'll ne'er be out of power Nor besieged with bitterness Nor will YOUR dreams go sour. Row, row, Row YOUR Boat, Make ripples as you go, Ripples of caring, kindness, with Gratitude to show. Should waves so big rush in To overturn YOUR boat, The elements of Love Will keep you still afloat.

2) Row, row, Row YOUR Boat. Let others row their own, But be a tug sometimes when a Need for help is shown. We all must row our boats; We all must keep in mind; We all encounter troubles That'll get us in a bind. Row, row, Row YOUR Boat. Don't just float adrift Nor miss precious moments from you Being way too swift. For when we drift along, Precious time we waste, But when we speed too fast, We'll likewise do with haste. Row, row, Row YOUR Boat In friendly waters do. Leave behind all fake friends to Row with only true. Row YOUR Boat steadily, Be careful how you steer. Choose God as YOUR Guide And faith instead of fear. Row, row, Row YOUR Boat, To thyself be true. Seek YOUR best with humbleness and Good will follow you. Row, row, Row YOUR Boat Gently down the stream. Row with God and Love, He'll lead you To YOUR ev'ry dream.

💗 Have a Blessed Day! 💗 Art/Poem by Artsieladie /Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly  Poem: ©2016-03-05 21:07:00 (EST) Art:  ©2016-05-13 12:47:00 (EST) All rights reserved. To see more posts, check out the Sitemap.
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"Row your boat with Love and caring every day And your journey of life will be happier all along the way."
~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Compassion

Greetings everyone, from Artsieladie! ♥

Compassion, an Element of Love, is indeed an Element this world's in desperate need of. ♥ 

"Compassion"

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Laugh and smile and the world will join you.
Cry and lament and the world will abandon you.
Drama is always drama when it's someone else's pain,
It only becomes real when it hits the home domain.

If we took just a little time to look just a little deeper,
Instead of passing judgment to appease our apathetic creature,
We might be able to help avert another's inner pain,
Bring them some sunshine through their pouring rain.

This is called Compassion, the world's in short supply
And instead of helping others, we simply pass them by,
Or we criticise and condemn, adding to their grief,
Instead of listening with intent to bring them some relief.

We must try not to be too busy for someone in need,
Never too preoccupied to hear another's plead.
Another's pain can be masked, hidden by disguise,
Concealed in their heart, behind 'happy' eyes;
Or their pain can be shown in ways we will reject,
Often and in ways obscured we will not expect.

Many times a person suffering from too great a pain
Will attempt to test the waters, trying to ascertain,
To see who'll care enough about what they're going through,
Genuinely concerned when they ask, "What can I do?"
Many put up walls to see who'll care enough
To climb over them just to call their bluff.

Sharing one's pain can be more painful to disclose,
Because of others' judgment, condemnation they impose.
There is no greater pain than the pain within.
Those without fault have forgotten their own sin.

When a person finds the courage to from others' help seek,
We must not criticise, make fun, or call them weak.
Instead, we must show Compassion, try to understand,
The courage it has taken them to seek a helping hand.

We may or may not be able to help them or assist,
But this doesn't mean that their pain does not exist.
That all too familiar, "There's nothing I can do",
Excusing one from caring, a convenient exit cue,
Is too often put in motion just to circumvent
One's lack of empathy of callous heart intent.

When others cry for help, express their own despair,
Often all they need is to know that others care.
A little validation of what they're going through,
Can make a world of difference, another's strength, renew.
But when with callous heart, a troubled soul's dismissed,
It may be the final straw and of death, the catalyst.

Oh, this world would be a much better place,
If we took a little time to see the heart behind the face,
A heart that may be suffering but too afraid to tell,
A heart that may be drowning in a painful swell.

Take a little time to listen to a heart caught in despair,
For you may need the same one day, someone that will care.

Design/Poem by Artsieladie / Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly    Design/Poem: ©2014-08-13 08:00:00 (EST) Rooster Art: ©1995 All rights reserved. To see more posts, check out the Sitemap.
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Additional Credits: Images added from “Rocky Rooster” Colouring Book,  written and illustrated by Artsieladie/Sharon Donnelly ©1995
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"When we bring joy to the hearts of others, we bring joy to our own,
Doubling our investment with interest, profitable is the loan."
~ Quotes by Artsieladie