But…
Give
but don’t allow yourself to be used.
Love
but don’t allow your heart to be abused.
Trust
but don’t be naive.
Listen
but don’t lose your own voice.
-Author Unknown
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
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the creative life in between 
Jodi,
This words of advice are so true and I totally agree.
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It’s been a challenging week. Always appreciate your notes. ❤️
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Beautiful! I feel like this was written for me today.
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That gives me more joy than you could know. Thank you for telling me
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Wonderful words, Jodi, but so hard to follow at times. Sometimes I find that I must abandon caution and Give, Love, Trust, and Listen without conditions or expectations. It sure leaves me vulnerable and potentially open to being used and/or abused. Oh, there is a time for “buts” and we have to keep our eyes open and protect ourselves as well as we can, but for better or for worse, life inevitably involves some level of risk. I like the words especially that you used to end the post–don’t lose your own voice–and I think that one of the greatest things that we can do for others is to help them find their voices and discover opportunities to use those voices.
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I so agree. Thank you mike. I’m having a challenging week so thanks for helping me keep perspective
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Like this. Nice to start my day with this
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Thank you Gloria!
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Beautiful!
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👍😊❤️
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The photo is beautiful Jodi! Lovely poem too!
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Daisies are so special I think
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I think so too. They are my daughter’s favorite flower.
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Thank you O Wise One!
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Well said from anonymous…On with a fabulous day! Thanks Jodi big hugs to you!
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Thanks Sharon. Trying. 🤪
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Wise words and lovely picture to go with it.
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A beautiful summery photo Jodi – I love daisies, they are such a beautiful, happy flower….
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I think so too. And I needed them today. ☺️
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Such great advice!
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Simple words, so applicable. wisdom to pass down to grandchildren.
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So true!!
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Are you doing OK, Jodi? I’ve had a challenging week too… sending a hug to you! 💖💕😘
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Hanging in. 😉
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Fabulous Jodi!
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Solid advice and truth that if followed really do make for a wonderful life. These words to me are likened to the Golden Rules. I read in one of the comments above that there is a picture of daisies. I don’t see one and feel badly I don’t. I’ve been having a bit of trouble with WP lately. Much Love to you!! 💖💖💖
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Aww. Wonder why you can’t see the photo? Thanks for visiting anyway Amy.
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another Touching, post. the message Jodi is one that women, perhaps my age, could remind themselves. daily. Thank YOU, for sharing.
And…. your photo, is a priceless gem. Good eye, to catch this. ❤ how you've edited it. A "field of late spring daisies" is one of my top 5 fav memories. so, thanks Jodi 🙂
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Thanks Debi
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So beautiful, Jodi.💗
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Thanks Mary!
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Trust…this.
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Very wise, Jodi! Reminds me a little of that old saying, “Love many, trust a few, always paddle your own canoe.” Listening and caring for others doesn’t mean that we don’t listen to our own inner voice as well.
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Love that. Have never heard. 😉👍
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Love this…especially the last line.
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Glad you liked George
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Oh, I adore daisies and your words of wisdom, Jodi. 💐 🌻🌾
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