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Hi... failte (Irish for welcome! and pronounced fall-thhha).
I'm a newbie to blogging, here just over a year, but what a great year it has been!
I've turned the corner to 50 recently and two things become more relevant...time and experiences!
Material possessions are less important! Using time wisely and truly experiencing each day holds a new significance for me!
If you wish..., a little of the back story...
I''m blessed to be married to a kind and loving man for 28 years, we have two children now 19 and 21.
As I approached 40 and searching for something more, whilst holding down my then part-time legal secretarial work, I trained as a voluntary adult literacy tutor, with the hope of helping adults improve their literacy skills and have a second, and better experience of learning!
However, little did I think that wanting to help others improve their lives would see my own life improve beyond measure also!
You see for years I found it difficult to know what to do as I watched our two children suffer at the hands of bullies. Their struggle began to change when I returned to education! Through education I slowly gained valuable knowledge, I grew in confidence and self-esteme and it had a ripple effect!
By 2014, aged 47 I had completed a Higher Certificate in Literacy Development and a B.A. in Adult Education. I love my work as an adult educator, particularly when adults trust me enough to let down their defences and 'let me in'. Then I can help them by getting to know what makes them 'tic' and what 'lights their fire!'.
As an added bonus along the way I've realised that I also have a love of writing and that writing is cathartic (providing psychological relief through written expression of built up emotions), both for my students and myself. This blog enables me to pursue that new-found interest and I've really enjoying reading your blogs, sharing comments, getting to know so many people and gaining new perspectives. I also like to share any little 'gems' of learning I've gathered along the way!
Thanks for sharing your stories and for helping me realise that it is all possible...and that together we write a truly better story!
Much love,
Marie x
April 1, 2019 at 7:40 pm
Wow, when i read I could feel your words warmth and it is a good experience and I think quietly to myself that I can answer your question and I have had thoughts today that I am proud of. Thank you Marie🦋❤️
Faith🦋
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April 1, 2019 at 8:30 pm
I’m so glad my words scattered and landed with warmth for you Orchid daughter! I’m also delighted my words got you reflecting on your thoughts and that they are thoughts you would be proud to stand over! Now just repeat! Xx
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April 1, 2019 at 9:10 pm
“As we age, we change how we think, how we feel and how we behave. We drop old habits and seek out new. Enjoy scattering your thoughts…some go unseen and blow away on the breeze but some nourish the ground they fall on.”
I love this so much Marie. It is very poetic. Thank you for sharing.
I will love to use that in part of my quote project if you permit. As per usual, I will be crediting the source for sure, you of course!
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April 2, 2019 at 7:56 am
Philip what a lovely message to wake up to this morning! I’d feel very privileged it you’d consider my post suitable for your quote project! Le grà, Marie xx
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April 2, 2019 at 8:47 am
Thank you Marie. 100% It is truly great. Have a peaceful!
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April 2, 2019 at 8:50 am
I beg your pardon, I was meant to say have a peaceful day today.
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April 2, 2019 at 2:08 pm
I figured as much! I will and likewise, you too.
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April 2, 2019 at 2:43 pm
Thank you!
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April 1, 2019 at 10:50 pm
Lovely thought provoking post, thanks Marie 🙂
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April 2, 2019 at 7:57 am
Thanks Kate! Xx
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April 2, 2019 at 8:08 am
welcome xx
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April 2, 2019 at 10:23 am
Yes Marie absolutely true and agree totally with your beautiful and truthful words. Giving up and resting our shoes into the silence of the moment and enjoying the peace all around.
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April 2, 2019 at 2:09 pm
Glad you agree Kamal! Xx
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April 2, 2019 at 3:47 pm
Thanks Marie
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April 3, 2019 at 4:45 pm
“…some go unseen and blow away on the breeze but some nourish the ground they fall on.” Such a beautiful way of looking at it, and a powerful reminder to consider what types of thoughts we’re having, to work on encouraging more positive ones 🙂
xx
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April 3, 2019 at 5:33 pm
Glad you think so and yes I agree it is important to focus on encouraging more positive thoughts! Xx
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April 6, 2019 at 5:38 am
Thoughts & Words are such powerful things Marie, they can either bring life or death to a person or situation.
Great post! 😀
Blessings,
Jennifer
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April 6, 2019 at 6:57 am
You have my full agreement on that Jennifer! I wish I could find an easy solution to accepting and receiving only life giving words! Thanks for reading and sharing your insightful thoughts. Xx
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April 6, 2019 at 12:30 pm
Marie – lovely sentiments, thank you for sharing. I’m so glad I finally got the time to stop by and see what you’ve been up to here on your blog! Happy Spring to you! xx
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April 6, 2019 at 1:48 pm
Likewise Shelley, lovely to see you here and glad you liked Scatter. I hope you’ve returned from your holiday full of zest fot blogging. I’ll stop in to visit again soon. Xx
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April 6, 2019 at 1:49 pm
Thank you, Marie! Yes, back from the holiday – it was a quick one. And, yes, still writing! Take care, I’ll stop back again soon! xx
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April 6, 2019 at 2:02 pm
I think all holidays have a habit of being toooo quick! Looking forward to your next visit and chat. X
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April 6, 2019 at 2:08 pm
That’s the truth! Me too!! xx
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