- Rule of 1-3-5-7. Have you ever noticed that decorators always use these odd numbers in their decorating? For instance, a table display will use three candles. A pillow display will use three or five pillows. A picture display will use these odd numbers. I could go on and on but I want you to notice this kind of arrangement(s) over and over. The reason I have been given is that this type of placement is more pleasing to the eye of the beholder. I have used this “rule” over and over in my own decorating. For instance, putting things on my dining room table. I place a large silk, floral arrangement in the center and place a candle holder (plus candle) on each side of the arrangement. The odd number “rule” is so ingrained in me that I use it in the placement of anything around my house. And yes, I have tried “even” number placements and found that the odd number looks much better. Try it for yourself.
- Do not forget to wash behind your ears. I know, this seems like a stupid thing to bring up. But if you have been around little old people, say in a nursing home, and you bend down close to their ears, you surely have noticed the odor. Nurses frequently do not wash this area or teach the patient to wash behind their ears. This advice is frequently given to little boys but let’s face it, we all need to remember this. And teach your children to do this.
- Drink more water. And don’t forget that this may make you crave salt. Frequently, salty foods are “junk” foods so don’t fall for this either.
- Wash your hands more often. This advice is so basic but so important that I keep saying it. You might could avoid catching some “bug” from someone sick as you are out and about in public places.
- Be kind to yourself and others. Remember, everyone has baggage/worries. Sometimes we might feel someone is being rude to us when the truth is that that is not the case at all. That person could be thinking of something else that has absolutely nothing to do with you.
- Learn to forgive. You may not be able to forget but if you cannot forgive, then you are allowing the perpetrator to continue to hurt you and control you. Do not let them “win” this way.
- Keep stamps and thank you notes handy. Also, when you receive something in the mail, like a gift card or anything actually, tear off the return address if there is one and tape it to the inside of the card or gift. Then it is even easier to respond. Hand written notes are always appreciated. Also, when you go to a person’s home for a party or whatever, take a hostess gift. For heaven’s sake, this is simply common courtesy.
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