Virtues

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'If you didn't know'

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If you didn't know

by Dionna Ophelia

Day and night, on my mind you stay

Thoughts of you won't fade away.....

I wish you well, I miss you so

Still your friend, If you didn't know.

                                                            Always...Jus Sayn!!!

A Will.....A way

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A will.....A way

By Dionna Ophelia

"I don't know how this is going to turn out," I found myself repeating again.  Ever felt like the more you wrestle for a resolution, waiting patiently and at times impatiently, but nevertheless waiting....for that moment of clarity, that final unseen revelation?  Whatever it is that is of deep yearning and it seems imminent, enticing hopelessness to strangle one's will.... there still echoes a voice saying "remember it's not the fastest and even the swiftest that the race is given to but the one who endures."

    

Allow the vision to unfold
 Though answers were absent yesterday

Dreams subliminally will be told

Where there's a will...There's definitely a way!

                                               Jus Sayn!!!

Fun Friday--"For Men...Lol"

It's Fun Friday again!  Thank you for checking out my segment of "Jus Sayn".

"For Men...Lol"

Still looking for the corners?  lol....Jus Sayn!!!

"It's Okay"

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  "It's Okay"

By Dionna Ophelia

In hind sight, when I look back on the potholes in life I've hit head-on and hurdles that caught me up, I say to myself, "It's okay."  Those mishaps weren't meant to discourage but rather to draw from it some lesson of value.  Yeah, I can casually say that now being that I understand in between progress there will be periods of lessons to learn.

Even the sun doesn't always chase the rain away,

Make the best of lessons believing it's okay!

                                         Jus Sayn!!! 

"Humble Pie"

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"Humble Pie"

by Dionna Ophelia

     Sure enough I've had my share of moments putting my foot in my mouth, especially when in rare form and boy was it a humbling experience.  So humbling it helped me to be mindful of what I utter and the importance of holding my peace.  If it's meant to be the right time and opportunity will present itself for one to speak. 



Amiss to confrontations since pettiness is not my forte.....yet I do speak when spoken to if I feel the need to say.  At times they say be the bigger guy.....try flipping things on the other side.....So go on and swallow that pride.....along with some of that humble pie.             Jus Sayn!!!  



"Point of view"

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"Point of view"

by Dionna Ophelia

Have you ever witnessed or engaged in a conversation where a difference of opinions still brought forth relevance to the subject?  The combination of points of views can reflect insight from one to another even if not in agreement.  School also encourages us to retain open minds for the embracing of other's experiences and views to enhance awareness.  We can all learn from each other as knowledge is accrued.....respecting the expressions of others and their point of view.     Jus Sayn!!!



A Place

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"A  Place"

By:  Dionna Ophelia (copywritten & published)

Looking for a place of peace

somewhere for the mind to be at ease.

To put thoughts in perspective

when handling life's objectives.

A place where you can turn

To cast your deep concern.

When things feel like it's a waste

It's then I need to be alone to find a place.

Time for Love

Greetings and welcome to Jus Sayn in this new year.


   As a youth I used to always hear adults comment on how hectic their day to day schedules are.  Recalling wise ones saying you have to take the time out for yourself and those that you care for, if not the cares of everyday life will steal away precious time and memories.  The cares of this world will always remain; however, our time together won't.

(Photo by We Heart It)

 

 

 

 

Another day on the run in a hurry to get things done

Don't forget to give a hug to take the time and share your love!

                                                      Jus Sayn!!!  By:Dionna Ophelia

                                       

 

 

 

 

"Open and equipped to receive"

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"OPEN AND EQUIPPED TO RECEIVE"

By Dionna Ophelia

 

 

 

How many times have you ever entertained the thought of yourself receiving your wildest dream?  Literally imagining the moment that you've deeply hoped for actually unfold.  When I think of that moment happening in my life my thoughts switch gears and instantaneously I'm asking myself, "Are you ready for this?"  I've come to the realization of the importance of being equipped in retaining the blessing especially when recalling stories of million dollar lottery winners hitting it big.....just the break they needed to end up broke!  Isn't that a dream turned nightmare?  Thus, being equipped in knowing you will maintain that in which you're open to receive is crucial.   Surely there are many facets of desires in which we all immensely hope to become our reality.  It could be a break-through in health, finances, relationship, a career or business.  As my great expectancy arrives, plans to be equipped will be in place to receive but more importantly sustain it.   Jus Sayn !!!

FOR ALL THAT IN WHICH YOU HAVE LABORED AND BELIEVE......
BE CONFIDENT IN BEARING FRUIT AS YOU'RE OPEN TO RECEIVE.  



Acts of Kindness

Thank you for tuning in to 'Jus Sayn'.  Today's highlight is on random acts of kindness regardless of the season.  Such gestures go a long way and is worth the smile in making someone else's day...."Kindness," let it spread.  Jus Sayn!!!

                                                                   
                                                              Birthday Giver

                     
                                             Metallica show'n some love!

                             
                                                       Lost wallet returned.

                                                      The heart of a Marine.

                                               
                                                     She'll never forget this!

"Spending Habits"

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     Stay mindful of the money spent..... that's borrowed and also lent.    Jus Sayn!!!




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"Nineteen 71"

Hello and welcome back to today's segment of 'Jus Sayn' from an extended weekend.  Today's segment will highlight 1971.

"Nineteen 71"

By Dionna Ophelia

     I was handed a silver dollar coin dated 1971.....I thought to myself, this is the same year I was born.  I'm going to hold on to this along with the other silver dollar coin dated 1924.   Also, this is the 71st blog post and being a 71 baby I figured I'd do a little throw-back with interesting events centered around nineteen 71.

'1971 Silver Dollar'





1971 U.S. Cost of living
Average new house  $25,250.
Average annual income  $10,600.
Average rent mthly  $150.
Gallon of gas 40 cents
Dodge Charger $3,579.
Post stamp 8 cents
Movie ticket $1.50
Jiffy peanut butter 59 cents
Idaho 10lbs potatoes 98 cents
Fresh turkey 43 cents/lbs




1971 Dodge 

Image by: Cargurus.com

Popular Films                  Popular TV shows

Carnal Knowledge                         All my children

Love Story                                      Mary Tyler Moore

Ryan's Daughter                            McCloud

Summer of '42                                The odd couple

The Aristocats                                The Partridge Family

The Andromeda Strain

The French Connection

The Owl and the Pussycat

Popular Artist/ songs

Marvin Gaye

Ike and Tina Turner

The Osmonds Rod Stewart w/ "Maggie Mae"

Michael Jackson

The Rolling Stones w/ "Brown Sugar"

The Jackson 5

John Lennon

The Who

Mungo Jerry

Bob Dylan

The Doors

James Taylor

Janis Joplin with "Me and Bobby Mcgee"

Tony Orlando and Dawn with "Knock Three Times"

Other Events

US President- Richard Nixon

US- new stock market index- Nasdaq debuts

US- Voting age is lowered to 18 yrs old

US- Walt Disney world resort opened in Florida

US- Fred Smith started Federal Express

US- Cigarette advertising ended on T.V.

US- (NPR) National Public Radio broadcast for the first time

US -Charles Manson & 3 followers received the death penalty.

China is admitted to the United Nations

Switerland- Women are granted the right to vote

Some famous people born this year

Tupac Shakur                             Lisa Lopes

Snoop Dog                                   Erykah Badu                                Taye Diggs                                  Stuart Appleby
David Tennant                            Mario Cimarro

Selena Quintanilla                     John Hodgman

Mark Wahlberg                          Noah Wyle

Gary Barlow                               Mark Wahlberg

Jada Pinkett-Smith                    Troy Duffy

Chris Tucker                               Fred Baxter

Mark Henry                                Bif Naked

David Williams                           Nathan Morris

Missy Elliot                                 Josh Lucas

Mary J. Blige                              Yancey Arias

Johnny Knoxville                       Mariah Carey

Ricky Martin                              Lance Armstrong

Method Man                              Winona Ryder

Emmanuel Lewis                       Timberland

Shannen Doherty                      Allan Houston

'A soulful movement of Dreamers had begun

the flash-back of a great year....nineteen 71'

                                                                Jus Sayn!!!





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Fun Friday 11/2013

It's Friday and welcome to another segment of 'Jus Sayn'.  It's been a great week, kinda busy but good.  I wish you all a safe and enjoyable weekend. :)  Monday is Veterans Day and Jus Sayn will resume Tuesday.


                                                                Girlfriend vacation scenario:


A group of girlfriends are on vacation when they see a 5-story hotel with a sign that reads: "For Women Only". Since they are without their boyfriends and husbands, they decide to go in.
The bouncer, a very attractive guy, explains to them how it works. "We have 5 floors. Go up floor by floor, and once you find what you are looking for, you can stay there. It's easy to decide since each floor has a sign telling you what's inside."
So they start going up and on the first floor the sign reads: "All the men on this floor are short and plain." The friends laugh and without hesitation move on to the next floor.
The sign on the second floor reads: "All the men here are short and handsome."
Still, this isn't good enough, so the friends continue on up.
They reach the third floor and the sign reads: "All the men here are tall and plain." They still want to do better, and so, knowing there are still two floors left, they continued on up.
On the fourth floor, the sign says: "All the men here are tall and handsome. They are rich and perfectly built"
The women get all excited and are going in when they realize that there is still one floor left. Wondering what they are missing, they head on up to the fifth floor. There they find a sign that reads: "There are no men here. This floor was built only to prove that there is no way to please a woman."

(Compliments of Top Fool)
                                                                                                             

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Alright men....women still rock!  Jus Sayn!!!

"Joy Ride"

It's Thankful Thursday and welcome to the 'Jus Sayn' segment.



Joy Ride

By Dionna Ophelia

 

 

     Have you ever been in a funk then a song came on...."Turn that up, that's my song", you say all hype.  Doesn't it kind of rinse the funk away at least momentarily?  Now imagine cruising with someone while listening to some good music. Periodically glancing at each other enjoying the music, the ride, and the sights feeling the same vibe.  In this season you can catch an eyeful of the trees flaunting some of the most blended colors.

 

     I challenge you to find time to gather some music, music that you like, doesn't matter if it's new school or old school tunes....Just turn on the good music, put the gear in drive and cruise on a relaxing scenic joy ride.  Jus Sayn!!!

 

Yes, please turn that up!

 



"Freedom"

-Nelson Mandela


"For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others!"

                                                              
                                                                                                                            

"Moving On"

Good day....In today's segment of "Jus Sayn"  the topic of discussion is moving on from unproductive entities that may be in your life.  I do wish you a beautiful and interesting day until next time......
    

'Moving on'

By Dionna Ophelia 

 



     You've heard that saying "It's like beating a dead horse?"  Certain situations we encounter in life is like that....until that moment of awakening clarity with the resilience to move on.  The dead horse could be any area in your life that seems unfruitful, producing a massive load of nothing.  You've given it the substance and attention for as long as you could, until it now seems to be more of a load or burden;  something you're ready to part with.  You've already pass the questioning phase of wondering  why.....now embracing peace within....moving on to say goodbye.   Jus Sayn!!!

 

 

 

 

"Before We Say Goodbye"

By Dionna Ophelia (copywritten & published)

 

 

This right here is a hard thing to do

moving along can't believe we are through.

 

At times I wondered if it was a mistake

What ever we kept doing this is our fate.

 

Thought we'd grow together in our days of old

But the plot shifted as the story unfolds.

 

I dread the day seeing you with another

The death of a friendship and also a lover.

 

Yeah it hurts that we have to leave

But we haven't been happy, no indeed

Bringing out the worst in you and me.

 

I'll take no more of your time wishing you the best

Remembering lessons learned from this beautiful mess.

 

As I turn to leave it's in my heart I cry

I just had to let you know...Before We Say Goodbye.

 

 

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"Solid Ground"

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"Solid Ground"

By Dionna Ophelia (copywritten & published)

Look deep within to gain elevation

Of your high expectations.

Don't let those to the left or the right

Succumb you to epitome of these industries

For your answers you won't find in the streets.

Be bold search your soul

Take heed of the good and evil that's around

Seek wisdom, serenity and prosperity

So your foundation is solid ground.

                                                                          Jus Sayn!!!



"Change"

Welcome to Monday's "Jus Sayn".  Today's topic at hand is about change.  

 

 

"Change"

By Dionna Ophelia

 



      Always curious to know what the next fortune cookie is going to say, I unfolded the little paper and it read 'Embrace change, don't battle it'.  Those words have echoed constantly for over a year now.....and so many changes have occurred since then.....some good, others unfortunate and changes that is-what-it-is.  In my logical thinking I believe that the only reason I hesitate to embrace change may be fear of the unknown....notice I said 'hesitate'.  I may not have the answers; however, I refuse to live a life being stagnant afraid of change and at least I'm still in the game.   
    

     As I look back, I'm proud of many changes in my personal life and as well as others around me. I was speaking to my room-mate and his wife weeks ago about the seasons of change in our lives. Change is a beautiful thing even when facing uncertainty......Jus Sayn!!!    

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11/2013- Fun Friday

It's Fun Friday on today's segment of "Jus Sayn".  Enjoy this day and laugh some....it's good for you :)  (The joke scenarios below are by Top Fool and are for fun only)

The doctor and lawyer scenario:

 

 

A doctor vacationing on the Rivera met an old lawyer friend and asked him what he was doing there.  The lawyer replied, "Remember that lousy real estate I brought?  Well, it caught fire, so here I am with the fire insurance proceeds.  What are you doing here?"  The doctor replied, "Remember that lousy real estate I had in Mississippi?  Well, the river  overflowed, and here I am with the flood insurance proceeds."  The lawyer looked puzzled.  "Gee, "  he asked, "how did you start the flood?"

 

 

 

The lady and pharmacist scenario:

 

 

A nice, calm and respectable lady went into a pharmacy, walked up to the pharmacist, looked straight into his eyes, and said, "I would like to buy some cyanide."

 

The pharmacist asked, "Why in the world do you need cyanide?"

 

The lady replied, "I need it to poison my husband."  The pharmacist eyes got big and exclaimed, "Lord have Mercy!"  I can't give you cyanide to kill your husband lady!  That is against the law!  I'll lose my license!  They'll throw both of us in jail!  All kinds of things will happen.  Absolutely Not!!!  You CANNOT have any cyanide!!!  The lady politely reached into her purse and pulled out a picture of her husband in bed with the pharmacist's wife. 

 

The pharmacist looked at the picture and replied, "Well, well now, that's different....You didn't tell me you had a prescription!"               

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                                                      Jus Sayn!!!