tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post497910416951076800..comments2023-04-06T10:35:16.802-04:00Comments on The Beautiful Matters: Project 333: jewelryDeborah Montgomeryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04366855994841922862noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-23735552519080439282014-09-28T09:37:46.401-04:002014-09-28T09:37:46.401-04:00Good morning Deborah!
Love your hydrangea shots......Good morning Deborah!<br />Love your hydrangea shots...I have planted my first one this summer and can't wait to see its blooms next year!<br />I totally agree with using your best everyday! How sweet that your hubby has blessed you with so much jewellery over the years! <br />And yes, tie away from the computer can bring much enjoyment in other areas...Im a knitter too, and love the quiet moments and pleasure that comes when I do. Christmas gifts are happening with my needles...yeah!<br />Have a wonderful day Deborah!<br /><br />All my heart,<br />Deborah :)Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08074929118510385042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-55529918058605053842014-09-28T08:55:03.771-04:002014-09-28T08:55:03.771-04:00I look forward to your journey on the 333 project,...I look forward to your journey on the 333 project, dear Deborah. It's making me re-think all that I have in my closet. <br />Happy Sunday to you. xokitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02803962513834013589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-83642179210446393212014-09-27T19:58:45.627-04:002014-09-27T19:58:45.627-04:00I really have to applaud your "stick to it-ne...I really have to applaud your "stick to it-ness". Bravo, my friend! XOXOTanya https://www.blogger.com/profile/10949961269443532464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-77774950805498230122014-09-27T12:11:29.605-04:002014-09-27T12:11:29.605-04:00I wear my diamond studs everyday and hoops or Pear...I wear my diamond studs everyday and hoops or Pearl studs with them as I have two piercings....<br />I see we share the same love of Mitsouko isn't it divine?<br />Your pearls are classic and add to any outfit from a white tee to a LBD.<br />Are you going to show us what you wear during your project333?<br />I'd love to see how you mix and match your pieces. <br />Enjoy your weekend!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-41025017637647031062014-09-27T11:41:19.563-04:002014-09-27T11:41:19.563-04:00The hydrangeas are gorgeous Deborah and I'm gl...The hydrangeas are gorgeous Deborah and I'm glad you shared them. There are too many choices for everything nowadays aren't there? It takes a lot of label reading and decision making to make a purchase.<br />Judith @ Lavender Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16361061491506137380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-56947592179880171562014-09-27T10:45:20.499-04:002014-09-27T10:45:20.499-04:00Hi Deborah, this is such a great post. Gets one re...Hi Deborah, this is such a great post. Gets one really thinking about what is important and the treasures in our life that stand the test of time. I have simplified my life a few years ago when I left Facebook, ebay store and the brick and mortar shops I was in. Now my etsy and blog is enough with the help of Shabby Cottage Shops and Embracing Cottage Style. Less has been so much more for me and I am able to be better at what I create rather then spreading myself over too many venues. It surely can be done by merely letting go. I enjoy more in person time with family and friends during my non creating/working hours. Thank you for your insight and lesson here. You are an inspiration.<br /><br />Hugs for a great weekend.<br />Watch for my sent email, with info of your shipment and shipping overage.<br />xoCelestina Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10021633519525822335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-42333916410474859452014-09-27T10:00:20.613-04:002014-09-27T10:00:20.613-04:00I get that way at our large mall, too many choices...I get that way at our large mall, too many choices! I'm easily overwhelmed.Deborah Montgomeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04366855994841922862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-11821444706818922032014-09-27T09:51:59.333-04:002014-09-27T09:51:59.333-04:00If I had all the money back that I spent on poor q...If I had all the money back that I spent on poor quality items! I never thought I could afford the better quality, or would have felt guilty spending the money, but I see now that if I'd saved and done without it would have been better to buy the really good classic quality sweater than the ten poorer quality and trendy items.Deborah Montgomeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04366855994841922862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-34511430482848439432014-09-27T09:44:29.607-04:002014-09-27T09:44:29.607-04:00Hi Deborah, wow you are really simplifying your li...Hi Deborah, wow you are really simplifying your life and it is a good lesson for us. I do have a lot of clothes that I go through with me and my family and give to good will. I have only a few pieces of jewelry that I rotate throughout the week. For the computer I work on in the morning and evenings are dedicated to my family, reading or crochet/knit and TV! Thanks for this nice post. <br /><br />Have a nice fall weekend.<br /><br />Julie xoxoJulie's Lifestylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13804692908534378507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-56212746641869826672014-09-27T06:27:28.248-04:002014-09-27T06:27:28.248-04:00I think you are so right about so many things in t...I think you are so right about so many things in this one post. Too many choices can be overwhelming. I also agree about using your good stuff every day. I believe this is other areas, too. <br /><br />The part about not being on the computer at night is true as well. I found it out a different way. My husband travels during the week so I'm home alone at night a lot. At least I WAS for four years while both daughters were in college. When my younger one graduated in May and moved home for a while, it changed my evening dynamic. Now, I have her here at night and find it rude to sit on a computer while she is home. So... I have all but eliminated my evening computer time, and you are right that I do sleep better. Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671482394424988047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-40654176484790070582014-09-27T05:32:44.461-04:002014-09-27T05:32:44.461-04:00love this post such good advice.love this post such good advice.Heirloom treasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05839739357705776792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-10471993717551660472014-09-27T04:09:26.350-04:002014-09-27T04:09:26.350-04:00I agree that we should use our best items everyday...I agree that we should use our best items everyday. I realized this about 5 years ago and I'm so thankful to no longer live my life saving things for special events. After all, every day is a special occasion! I'm really enjoying your blog posts about this adventure!Sola Scripturahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01114177755134063286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-37521908931498774742014-09-27T02:02:09.504-04:002014-09-27T02:02:09.504-04:00Such a great idea, I have several pieces I save fo...Such a great idea, I have several pieces I save for best. I have made a start sorting some of the wardrobe out but still too many pieces as yet.mamasmercantilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14011278973985658118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-21015274169620816152014-09-27T00:05:36.391-04:002014-09-27T00:05:36.391-04:00Dearest Deborah,
In all those years of marriage I ...Dearest Deborah,<br />In all those years of marriage I have never given in to costume jewelry... no money for that as we had to start all over for the two of us when Pieter was 54 and also supporting his adopted daughter through the Dutch Royal Academy for which we never ever received one single dollar of tax credits because it was not within the USA. So what do you do? Stretch the dollar and certain things were just never bought. I've saved on so many things, living a frugal life. All my jewelry is of 14, 18 or 22 and even 24 kt gold or silver. I do agree with you however that I decided already in 1971 when I first married to use only one china for everyday, one set of crystal glasses and one set of flatware and I kept true to that. So useless to have one 'best' set for once a year!<br />I learned over the years that buying quality for whatever you need to replace or buy, will pay off big in the long run. If we could not afford it, we just did not get it and save and wait longer.<br />With all our international travel I did weigh off each piece of clothing about weight, natural fiber content which was a must and in a matching color for use with different outfits. It served me well and we almost always traveled light that way. Often I got complimented by men that picked us up, when they said: 'Is that all?' Yes, I did travel with a for that time bigger allowed carry on and that held all my clothes for a 2-week period of work. That meant some formal, some work outfits and casual business attire. It can be done!<br />Sending you hugs and wishing you a happy weekend!<br />Mariette<br /><br />By the way, I noticed that you'd liked my Google+ Page but you can have one more entrance if you follow the link to my FB Page and like that one too! Good luck...Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-71695051675572722032014-09-26T23:28:30.231-04:002014-09-26T23:28:30.231-04:00I'm so enjoying this journey with you. The li...I'm so enjoying this journey with you. The limits do free us.... and give us back space and time for more of what we really love.<br /><br />I see we have similar pearls... I have similar fresh water pearl necklace. Your other strand is lovely, lovely!<br /><br />Have fun......<br />Brenda<br />xox<br />Brenda @ Its A Beautiful Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02955486477303938670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-58683477148383736672014-09-26T20:24:19.551-04:002014-09-26T20:24:19.551-04:00You are so right. When we are staying in our condo...You are so right. When we are staying in our condo in NC....I have fewer clothes and less choices and it does cut down on the stress. I feel overwhelmed when I shop many times, too. That's why I'm not much of a Hobby Lobby shopper. There's so much STUFF! I don't know what I need or want....I just walk around like I'm lost! haha! Love your tips of simplifying life. Enjoy your weekend! Hugs, Diane~Lavender Dreamer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/06298191144517740164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-11747974554478001002014-09-26T20:14:11.907-04:002014-09-26T20:14:11.907-04:00Agreed! Agreed! Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-21160325245833944192014-09-26T19:42:23.009-04:002014-09-26T19:42:23.009-04:00When I was in B&N the other day, I saw a book ...When I was in B&N the other day, I saw a book that resonated with me immediately. It's called "7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess." The writer and her family took seven months, identifying seven areas of excess, and made seven simple choices to fight back against the over-indulgence Possessions and media are among the 7 excesses they focus on.<br /><br />I have not yet read this book, as I don't generally buy books. I get them from the library, and there are many holds on it. I will have to wait my turn. But I am SO in agreement with the premise of such a philosophy, which goes along with this post exactly. We have and do too much! Life was simpler when we had less choice.<br /><br />Have a great weekend.<br /><br />Love,<br />PattiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-46739060552639004812014-09-26T19:27:31.822-04:002014-09-26T19:27:31.822-04:00So true, so true! I'm glad you have decided t...So true, so true! I'm glad you have decided to wear your best jewelry. So many people have been in the cycle of "accumulate", "more", etc. and now are into "less", "downsize", "edit." Me included! Somehow, we have to learn these things in a roundabout way. And, isn't it amazing what you can accomplish when you are home?Miss Dishywoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04794780623279029363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092223141967556234.post-66154300706799185992014-09-26T18:30:17.358-04:002014-09-26T18:30:17.358-04:00An interesting blog post today, Deborah. I agree ...An interesting blog post today, Deborah. I agree that we should enjoy our best every day. As I get older, I think "what am I saving it for?" I hope you enjoy a wonderful fall weekend. MildredAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com