You Guys Are Crazy!
Written by Lynn Jones on Dec 14, 2010 12:33 am
My three sisters and I went out for a special lunch on December 10. It was in memory of our mom, on her birthday, who had passed away a year ago on December 16, 2009.
Us four girls met at my house before going to the Cultivator, a small vegetarian eatery in our small town. None of us are vegetarians but it is a quaint little place with character, and there isn’t a whole lot to choose from in a dinky town.
One of my sisters had a small surprise for us. It was a tiara for each of us to wear. How sweet! We can be princesses for the afternoon! One of my sisters who doesn’t know how to let loose and have some fun said she wasn’t wearing that. We put it on her any way. :)
Sure we got a few quizzical looks from other patrons but we didn’t care, we were enjoying our time together and creating a memory. We had a great time together as we enjoyed the pizza and salad. We could hear our mom’s words just like it was yesterday, “Boy, you guys are crazy!”
There are a couple things I learned from that little outing with my sisters.
First, there is strength in numbers. All by myself I would not put on a tiara and go out to lunch. Well, would you? However, if you have the support and camaraderie of other like minded individuals who want to have the same fun as you do, then it is easy. Liken this to a Mastermind team you can connect with, work with and play with and you have a winning equation.
Second, I believe others really do want to have fun but just don’t know how to let go. You may be surprised at the smiles you put on the faces or on the inside of someones heart when they see you celebrating life. The woman who prepared our delicious meal asked about our “princess attire” and we shared how we were celebrating our mom on her birthday. She seemed genuinely blessed.
Thirdly, I am reminded of a quote by Dr. Seuss: “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” Forget about what others may think about your actions silly or not. They aren’t thinking about you. More than likely they are more concerned with what you are thinking about them! And who cares if they think you are a little loco?
Fourthly, I love the idea of creating a memory. I think it will be a special yearly event in memory of our mom. Will we wear tiaras next year? I don’t really know, but I am sure we sisters will have a celebration and laugh together.
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About the Author: Lynn Jones
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Celebrating Life!
Great story Lynn, it really doesn't matter what people think. I love the story and great word picture. I can picture you and your sisters sitting in the restaurant having a good time and that is all that matters. Sometimes we get so engrossed in what other people think, but we shouldn't.. when you are with like-minded people , you are right you can have fun and be happy. You brought happiness out of situation, they may could have been difficult.That is the beauty of this story. Life is precious, live life everyday to the fullest. Love one another, be happy and always try to think and live in abundance. Beautiful story. Great Value.
Life is precious
Thank you Therese for your nice comments. If you want to see a picture you will find it on FB at: http://www.facebook.com/update_security_info.php?wizard=1#!/note.php?note_id=474576798631
Nice Touching Story
Hey Lynn, Thanks for sharing this story and what a great analogy. There are strengths in numbers, and I don't know if I would put on a tiara around my guy friends :), but I do know it's more that you have more fun in groups and you get a lot done ;)
Take Care!
Sherman
Get over it!
We must find a way to GET OVER It Already. And the Best way to do that is with others who are Daring enough to get over it too What a precious Memory your Mother would be so Proud of you GIRLS! I know I am!
Memories
I love your story, Lynn. I also love your analogy, but I admit that right now I'm stuck on the get-together part of it. Yesterday my family got together in memory of James, who passed away on Dec.12, 2009. We didn't go out to a restaurant... we went to our married daughter's home... but we did exactly the sort of things together that we would have done, had James been with us. It was a special time of celebrating each other, and enjoying one another's company... from 28-year-old biggest sister to 11-year-old littlest brother.
Thanks for sharing your special day with us!
Willena Flewelling
Together in numbers
Isn't it great we can get together with sisters and have fun.
I think this is so great. All of us need to be like kids again
and have fun. Great job writing
Your friend
Judy Cook
What a nice story!
Hi Lynn,
What a nice story! Sometimes we just have to forget about making money and make memories :)
Sounds Like Alot Of Fun !!!
It is Great to see something humorous every now and again.
Thanks for the chuckle Lynn :-)
Princess Lynn!
What a great story, Lynn. I found myself a little teary-eyed, yet smiling at the same time. :) I'm going to go find that picture on Facebook now!
Hey, maybe us girls on the team could all wear tiaras on the cruise?!!
Memories
Great story Lynn! Thanks for sharing. I love the Dr. Seuss quote because it is so true. If they care, it won't matter and if it matters then don't care, something I need to remind myself all too often!
I second Laurie's idea to wear tiaras on the mlm cruise too!:)
Your A Great Leader
You are amazing. Great Story.
Helps me remember good memories.
What a great life lesson
WOW! What a way to honor the memories of you Mother, she is so proud!
You were so right to make the point the we all find our strengths in our mastermind groups,team by learning how to work in a environment of like minded people. Achieving our Goal of Success by Dreaming,Achieving,Succeeding.
there is strength in numbers