by Deanna
“The pessimist complains about the wind;
the optimist expects it to change;
the realist adjusts the sails.”
~ William A. Ward
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
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7 comments:
Love the quotation, Deanna, and your lovely summery image!
Yes! To the picture and to the quote. Going to commit this one to memory! It's good every day advice.
I always love a good sailing image! And I've certainly internalized that advice over the years -- having lived it. Lovely, Deanna.
Wonderful quote and perfect, summery photo to go with it. I think I am an optimistic realist...adjusting the sails while hoping the wind will change! :-)
A wonderful quote to keep in mind! Love your image, wish I were there right now!
Oh, yes, what a great quote! Accepting what is and going with it is such an art. And your photo is beautiful! Love all that beautiful turquoise water.
very wise words indeed. xoxo
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