tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post913131941907990703..comments2024-03-28T15:55:53.792+10:00Comments on down to earth: And what of happiness?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-46702706036565277132010-12-31T03:31:12.337+10:002010-12-31T03:31:12.337+10:00this is beautiful rhonda. you are living a truly b...this is beautiful rhonda. you are living a truly blessed life, and i know you work so hard and make choices to maintain it... still, so very blessed. i am completely excited too for the day i can hold your book in my hands. xoheatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041761835708244359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-64201926887491066362010-12-30T20:36:13.803+10:002010-12-30T20:36:13.803+10:00Thank you for a timely and positive post Rhonda,
...Thank you for a timely and positive post Rhonda,<br /><br />I retired a few years early from a busy and engrossing job and I am still adjusting, although I love the satisfaction of a simpler life. You seem to have found just the right balance and, in your blog and your upcoming book, still have an outlet for your intellectual creativity. <br /><br />Wishing you a happy, healthy and productive year in 2011. It is good to hear that you were not caught up in the severe floods in Queensland that we have been seeing on the News.Dartford Warblerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04352965211143836326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-10968313636436285502010-12-30T07:37:18.079+10:002010-12-30T07:37:18.079+10:00At the ripe old age of 24 and 28 my fiance and I a...At the ripe old age of 24 and 28 my fiance and I are working toward that simple life and are finding hidden pockets of happiness as we go. We shop as often as we can at the local farmer's markets, support local business, and try to be thrifty with resuing materials and furniture or, whenever possible, make it ourselves! There is a huge sense of accomplishment and pride when you are able to do for yourself and create with your own hands. We are finding the simple life suits us well and while others around us may not see the logic in it and we do receive a hefty sum of opposition from family and friends, we stay true to the way of life we are making for ourselves and our future family. Happiness is what you make it and while this lifestyle may not be for everyone, boy are we happy here! We love your blog and all the oodles of information you have to share. Please keep up the good work!<br /><br />http://nitgrit.blogspot.comJaymeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17806339721396347205noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-65162981354700611582010-12-30T07:09:48.603+10:002010-12-30T07:09:48.603+10:00Rhonda, I simply can't wait for your book! I s...Rhonda, I simply can't wait for your book! I share everything I read here with my mother, she hasn't taken to computers herself, and to be able to send her a book of your sentiments would be a perfect exercise in validation for her. She greatly enjoys nodding her hed vigorously at so many of your posts and I think it gives her much hope that I do as well.<br /><br />Thanks again for such a great blog,<br /><br />PiaPiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10417526233395800334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-47131796622106429812010-12-30T07:09:14.347+10:002010-12-30T07:09:14.347+10:00What a lovely blog post, perfect timing aswell whe...What a lovely blog post, perfect timing aswell when we are all thinking about the future and making great changes "so that we will be happy"...<br />I'm seeking simplicity and "making by hand" more and more every week - your blog is such a source of inspiration. Thankyou :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-34024645203490289712010-12-30T04:14:30.309+10:002010-12-30T04:14:30.309+10:00Rhonda -
Thanks for your comment. And of course ...Rhonda - <br /><br />Thanks for your comment. And of course you can link to my blog anytime! :-)<br /><br />Bright blessings,<br />CadiCadihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14517775140048055244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-34477973849361596582010-12-30T02:53:57.681+10:002010-12-30T02:53:57.681+10:00The very happiest of holidays to you and Hanno, Rh...The very happiest of holidays to you and Hanno, Rhonda. I, too, feel humbled by my undeserved blessings -- the dearest of husbands, three healthy and happy children, a warm home (it's snowing outside here), and things to work on and potter with. I have so appreciated your blog during this year, as it has helped to encourage me when I was feeling frustrated or grumpy about "little" things like homemaking, mothering, etc.! It has consistently reminded me of what the important things are. Thank you for your hard work to share with all of us.<br /><br />kristinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-50701077248221625872010-12-30T02:53:37.320+10:002010-12-30T02:53:37.320+10:00Rhonda,
A while ago, on your blog, you wondered a...Rhonda,<br /><br />A while ago, on your blog, you wondered about cloth diapers.<br /><br />I just wrote this blog post, which reflects what I have learned over the past few weeks.<br />I have a very simple, cheap - yet effective system.<br /><br />I just wanted to send you the link.<br />http://maehegirl.blogspot.com/2010/12/cloth-diapering.html<br /><br />Blessings,<br />CadiCadihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14517775140048055244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-5296990045032289042010-12-30T01:51:39.407+10:002010-12-30T01:51:39.407+10:00This is my first time on here, I think I am going ...This is my first time on here, I think I am going to like it here. I am new (kinda) to blogging, so I am branching out finding new friends.Jan Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16673902826995932492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-42826522594664308352010-12-29T23:45:29.793+10:002010-12-29T23:45:29.793+10:00Love this post... thank you!!Love this post... thank you!!Little Penpenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01374048900216199298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-16786836281532299692010-12-29T23:27:53.960+10:002010-12-29T23:27:53.960+10:00Be sure we are here trying to find our way into a ...Be sure we are here trying to find our way into a simple living.<br />I´m 53 and although i have 6 grown up childs. I still have 2 teenagers under my wing so i have to go on working for a living, but I try to live "simple", bake my bread, feed my kids properly and healthy,knittting and gardening and being happy with everyday things.<br />Thanks for your blog, I read it every day.<br />Lovely post!<br />happy new year!alehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03496802254012576405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-14228717110810810902010-12-29T21:56:51.184+10:002010-12-29T21:56:51.184+10:00Another great post Rhonda. Looking forward to the ...Another great post Rhonda. Looking forward to the new year and taking stock and planning as you all are, it's so good to know, that there are others happy to tread the same path to ever greater simplicity and authenticity in their lives.<br />As always, thanks for sharing your thoughts with us all.Stellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11528862706641857167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-22656739441910712402010-12-29T15:42:02.228+10:002010-12-29T15:42:02.228+10:00After a super rough day, this post was like a brea...After a super rough day, this post was like a breath off fresh air. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.Beth West www.northernskyart.wordpress.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07981722303332883948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-35712619865972636132010-12-29T15:36:09.077+10:002010-12-29T15:36:09.077+10:00Hello Rhonda: I to have reached a happy place in m...Hello Rhonda: I to have reached a happy place in my life. I still have an older Mother with health problems and sickness in my family,lots of problems BUT I feel I am truly blessed.I sometimes feel bad that everyone in my family and every other person cannot be as happy and contented as I am. I truly believe it is a mind set and not just what you strive to be or are. Everyone has problems but when you are down things can only go up. Happy New Year to all. Life is good.It is all in the way you handle it.Buttons Thoughtshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05029439906543077861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-67465568931629542232010-12-29T12:34:21.659+10:002010-12-29T12:34:21.659+10:00Thanks Rhonda,,,
I am also blessed in my life. H...Thanks Rhonda,,, <br /><br />I am also blessed in my life. Have a wonderfull marriage, lovely husband whom I love and love me so much. Free of debt.<br /><br />I am moving toward living in a simple way. My new year resolution will be having my little veggie patch :D<br /><br />Have a nice day!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-42669626404185466702010-12-29T09:49:43.425+10:002010-12-29T09:49:43.425+10:00What a beautiful, uplifting post - thank you, I ne...What a beautiful, uplifting post - thank you, I needed it!Larissa Jadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03358389402166363168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-40791781655344331352010-12-29T09:18:48.769+10:002010-12-29T09:18:48.769+10:00What a perfect way to state it "touchstone&qu...What a perfect way to state it "touchstone". I have been a bit of an eccentric most of my life. Slightly out of step with most. <br /><br />Your blog is like visiting with an old friend. We don't really have to explain, we just "get" each other and the way we choose to enjoy life.<br /><br />Have a blessed new year!Dayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025340983033219121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-59192381269350069422010-12-29T08:27:27.830+10:002010-12-29T08:27:27.830+10:00I have to say I have to think a little harder for ...I have to say I have to think a little harder for happiness and joy these last few days. But it gives me a chance to look for the smaller things in life that one may pass by.<br />Coffee is on.peppylady (Dora)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01649272822470007714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-17782831571117376132010-12-29T05:27:21.588+10:002010-12-29T05:27:21.588+10:00I don't like New Year's "resolutions&...I don't like New Year's "resolutions" but reflection is always good, no matter what time of year. There are days I don't feel like I have done enough, and others where I have done so much. At times I just need to look back over the past few years to remember all the changes we have made and how good they are. Thank you for all that you share. Happy New Year! Sincerely, EmilyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-1128127318531925662010-12-29T04:00:54.807+10:002010-12-29T04:00:54.807+10:00fabulous post as usual Rhonda!
Blessings,
Kristinfabulous post as usual Rhonda!<br />Blessings,<br />KristinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-61368363307323717272010-12-29T02:14:36.098+10:002010-12-29T02:14:36.098+10:00"Two golden oldies", oh, you are so much..."Two golden oldies", oh, you are so much more!! Your advice, your teachings, your stories of your life are all so appreciated, and even though I don't follow all that you do, I have learned a lot. I now knit regularly; have made many gifts knit with peace and love. Beaded ornaments with colors of happiness and celebration.<br /><br />I am now in the process of starting an overhaul of my physical body. I will get everything checked that has bothered me and that has been put off. Then I will really be free to live according to my daily wants and needs, not to the aches and pains that have been slowly building to intollerable.<br /><br />Bless you for your daily post, inspirations, and simple common sense.<br />Hugs<br />Yvettemtnchildhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17457636624663214696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-78443493054300576832010-12-29T01:51:31.219+10:002010-12-29T01:51:31.219+10:00What a lovely post, Rhonda - to be able to reasses...What a lovely post, Rhonda - to be able to reassess your life and realise that you're perfectly happy to keep things just the way they are is gratifying. And you're not yearning for anything different. Long may it continue :-)Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04360272405643318813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-13202682858041627772010-12-29T01:11:38.037+10:002010-12-29T01:11:38.037+10:00Rhonda- a very encouraging post today. I can'...Rhonda- a very encouraging post today. I can't explain it, but I was uplifted by your photo of dishes drying in the drain basket by the sink. Doesn't that site make you smile? Working at home, I find I'm experiencing all kinds of regular little thrills like that...from a job well and thoroughly finished. :)Ashley @ Root And Twighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04318142287266832407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-31636660034910014082010-12-29T00:51:55.656+10:002010-12-29T00:51:55.656+10:00Love reading your posts. They always ground me in...Love reading your posts. They always ground me in a way that I didn't know I needed. I hope the New Year brings you peace, contentment and many blessings. Thanks for being a calm in the storm.Super Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08327122669067582451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-56134105867754423262010-12-29T00:16:09.717+10:002010-12-29T00:16:09.717+10:00My New Year's Wish for you, is to continue on ...My New Year's Wish for you, is to continue on the same path. It seems perfect, for you.<br /><br />And thank you for blogging inspiration, for others!<br /><br />Happy New Year's hugs...Auntie sezzzzzz...https://www.blogger.com/profile/16170232476926222740noreply@blogger.com