A wise woman is not concerned
whether she looks like a Barbie.
She comes to peace with her new”adult”look,
and she wears her “adult size” with pride.
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A wise woman does not fret because
she is over thirty-something.
She thanks God for each day of her passing years
and appreciates she is still among the living.
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A wise woman doesn’t spend her life
lamenting over past failures but looks
at her disappointments as opportunities
to move forward to her next life lessons.
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A wise woman isn’t defined
by a man or the lack of a man in her life.
She realizes if he is in her life she is an
enhancement to his life and he is to hers.
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A wise woman doesn’t wait
for others to validate her.
She provides validation with the
confidence she displays in herself.
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A wise woman does not compete
among other women to be prettiest of the pretty.
She is comfortable and content with herself
regardless of those around.
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A wise woman will not worry or sweat
over the small things. She puts her trust
in the Lord. She does what she can and trust
Him to handle what she can’t.
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A wise woman never
doubts her self-worth.
She knows her value
can never be measured.
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This is amazing! Do you mind if I reblog?
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Thanks, no I don’t mind, please do.
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This is wonderful!! And I just love the photo that goes with it!
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Thanks, I appreciate you taking time to stop by and read.
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Powerful piece, Yvonne! As we grow older, we must grow wiser. Growing up, I never felt that I was the prettiest girl in the room (and I probably wasn’t), but now in my late 40s, I feel confident despite who else is in the room. Thanks for sharing this post.
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Hi Michelle, the older we get we tend not to major in minor things. I think we finally realize it’s more important how we feel about ourselves than seek validation from others. After a certain age, we finally begin to give ourselves permission to walk in our truths. Thanks for your encouraging words and the follow.
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I love that saying “Major in the Minors.” You’re a wise, young woman. I look forward to reading more.
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Thanks 🙂
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Inspiring, as always! Thank you for this uplifting message and its underlying validation; maybe we don’t NEED that validation, but it sure FEELS good to get it…
Many blessings to you, Wise One! 🙂
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You’re welcome. I’m happy you find it inspiring. I appreciate you taking time to share your thoughts.
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Amen!! Love this piece Yvonne. With age comes the appreciation of the deeper things life has to offer and it is so refreshing to arrive at the stage of not worrying about measuring up to other’s expectations.
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You are so right Stephanae. There’s no need to worry. Thanks for visiting.
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i love strong character women and have always been guided and inspired by strong women in my life. your writing is amazing, puts into words what every woman feels and would like to be seen. thank you for sharing
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Thanks, I hope the women reading this will find this inspiring and affirmative of their womanhood. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts as well. Enjoy this Memorial Day.
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Lovely poem. Thanks for sharing… 👍
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Thanks Judith.
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I love love this piece; a wise woman knows her value. Thanks for sharing
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Thanks, you’re welcome, thanks for reading and sharing thoughts 🙂
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Reblogged this on Kay Morris Writes and commented:
Beautiful poetry by Yvonne Lott of Peaceful Journey.
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Thanks Kay 🙂
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My pleasure! It’s a beautiful poem and wonderful tribute to womanhood 😊
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Ah, thanks Kay 🙂
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Beautiful!
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Thanks Marquessa 🙂 !
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