Today’s post is rather personal instead of photographical. I found this photo in my archives, almost sent to the bin when I started playing around in PS. I like the result and it made me think.

I’m awesome at creating hundreds of lists in my life, and I pretty much like using them every now and then. It’s another girlie thing I think. I have simple ‘to-do’ lists, ‘masters lists’ stuck here and there just to keep my life together. I also have a kinda ‘life list’ about interesting or even inspirational thingies I’d like to try or do before I die. And not mentioning my never-ending (!!!) photography list that includes millions of things I’d like to learn or try, or it contains tons of creative ideas of my crazy mind. Well, these lists are not that serious ones, sometimes I completely forget about them lol maybe because I have that much. I should just live for the moment. Well, I do – quite often! But com’ on we women have to be well-organized when it’s about leading a household, remembering birthdays, doing daily shopping and so on.

Putting together a list of things, more exactly 50 things I like about myself wasn’t that easy at the first sight. All those negative things came to my mind first. We tend to point out things we want to change in ourselves. Having read a few other articles like this one or this one for instance made me create my own list.

So here I go. From head to toes. Rather inside. All the things I like about myself.

1.   I like to show love. I love my life, my family and all my friends with all my heart.

2.   I like to give. Give a kiss, give a hug, and give food to the poor.

3.   I like to listen to others with all my ears.

4.   I like to share my happiness.

5.   I like to make others happy.

6.   I tend to put other people first in my life. I even put my own happiness on hold to focus on others.

7.   I’m a loyal friend. The bonds become stronger only if we are truthful with each other.

8.   I’m honest. Even if sometimes it comes off as ‘blunt’ or ‘brutal’.

9.   I try not to judge other people for the first sight. And I don’t hate myself when I slip up sometimes.

10.   I’m a good sister to my brothers.

11.   I can decide I need to forgive and actually do it.

12.   I know how it feels to hate life too.

13.   But I always try to make a better tomorrow.

14.   I’m passionate.

15.   And I’m not afraid to be myself.

16.   I’m grateful for so many people in my life, also for what I have reached so far.

17.   I have crazy strong intuitions.

18.   I’m a Daddy’s girl.

19.   And like my Dad, I can see things from a different point of view.

20.   I can see people’s inner beauty.

21.   I like my naturally curly hair and the way other people moon over it enviously.

22.   I like my blue eyes that never lie.

23.   I happily wear skinny jeans and look decent, even if I’m not a stick.

24.   The color of my skin is healthy white.

25.   The tiny little freckles on my nose are just gorgeous.

26.   I’m not afraid to leave the house without any make-up on.

27.   I’m not afraid to cry when I say goodbye. Be it a friend, a colleague, a boss.

28.   I find happiness in every little thing.

29.   I’m good at spelling.

30.   I’m not a picky eater.

31.   My passion for photography and my much improved photography skills.

32.   My love of learning. I wanted to learn water-ski for instance and finally did. I could list a lot more things here other than photography.

33.   I’m harder on myself than anyone else.

34.   I like cooking and baking and that I can cook a damn decent meal from whatever I have in the fridge.

35.   My ability to win over anyone with baked yummies.

36.   I’m not afraid to ask for help when I really need it.

37.   I’ll happily give you my last £20 if you need it.

38.   My godson and his sisters love me to bits and I love spending time with them.

39.   I’m pretty much a DIY person and awesome at making handmade stuffs.

40.   I can watch every movie twice or even more because I always forget what it’s all about.

41.   I’m happy to listen to anyone’s music without having to smash it.

42.   More than once I’ve had friends calling me “I’m having a bad day, need some smile and talk, can you help me?”.

43.   I don’t smoke, drink alcohol or coffee either.

44.   Languages come easily to me.

45.   I take risks.

46.   I enjoy the seasons.

47.   “Why” is my all-time favorite word.

48.   I like being a woman.

49.   I can’t believe I made it to #49.

50.   I believe I made it to #50.

Whoah! This was really funny! I can’t believe that there are so many things I like about myself! The more things you think of, the more just keep coming. I’m still thinking of other things I like about myself. Isn’t that the way it should be?!! Now it’s your turn! Let’s see how fabulous you feel to make a list of fifty! Be sure to leave a link in the comments so I can visit you, or you can just simply write your list in the comments. As many things as you like.

A few tips on how to create your fifty list:

Things you’ll need: YOU + LIFE

1.       Start by listing 5-10 things you really like about yourself. Think of all the things you have done so far in this lifetime that made you smile and to be proud of yourself.

2.       Continue to think about what you did to make a difference in your life. Ask yourself: ‘What makes me smile when I think about myself?’

3.       Do this exercise over a couple of days, try to list at least 10 things a day until you have 50 things on your list. Look at this list regularly to motivate yourself especially so when you are down in the dumps and need something to inspire you.

Just be honest with yourself when you do this exercise. Think of everything someone has recognized in you as well.

Finally I can tick one more thing on my life list. I feel I’m full of energy right now!

Have fun! Hope to hear from you soon!

Lolo

Hi My Friends,

today was a hard day, so I decided to take a short walk in Leytonstone. This is the name of the district where we live currently. We’ll move next week…Gggrrrr…Guess what happened. The landlord gave us a notice to move out in a week. He’d sold the house!!! But com’ on we’re still living here, I can’t believe this. Ok, it’s London, anything can happen….blahhhh…

So… I like this rose so much. Today we had a wonderful weather, it hasn’t rained for 3 days now!!! It’s not a miracle but we’re in London. 

Hope you all have a wonderful evening!

Lolo

Hello Dear,

I’ll be short today, need some rest. Tomorrow will be an exciting, long day for us. I’ll go and photograph hubby’s go-kart race. Yayy! A bit dangerous, but he is a very good driver, I know. The camp is going on pretty well, today was a bit easier day. Our world prompt is ‘grow‘. It can refer to many things such as flowers, kids, money in your purse, your business, knowledge, respect, wisdom, confidence or willingness to do something. I could make a very long list. Maegan asked what I wanted to be as a child. I had no idea at that time. All I wanted is to play forever.

Now I have only one dream: happy faces smiling back at me. 

As for growth when you really want something, sometimes you have to swim a little deeper. You can’t give up just because things don’t come easy. You have to overcome the obstacles and face your fears. But in the end it’s all worth while! Life is full of ups and downs, but if you believe in yourself, you will always come through with flying colors. Value friendship, love and faith. Never underestimate yourself. Believe in yourself!

Remember, there are no mistakes, only lessons. Love yourself, trust your choices, and everything is possible.

My quote for today:

Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.

~ Pablo Picasso

Nice, right?

xo