whatever

Karen - The sun is shining here in Australia – Spring has sprung! I’m always a better person when the weather is fine… my kids seem cuter too 🙂
I just came across your blog a couple of days ago and have devoured it. You make me feel like my normal is normal! Thank you!!

Tracy Fisher - I LOVE this art. As an artist I especially appreciate wise words with a simple twist. We can’t get lectured by our parents anymore, so we now resort to posters/prints/art on our walls to remind us to behave… and live a good life!
Tracy Fisher

Kari - As I go through my day teaching, parenting, wife-ing, living… I always try to remember the Serenity Prayer. It helps me remember it isn’t all up to me.

Ranee Brokaw - “wherever I am, I am content”…I read it in a book and it stuck with me. and, I LOVE the half full print!! Such a good reminder for me when I’m feeling overwhelmed. I already had this on my Christmas list but I might have to check out the sale!

alise - I always tell myself this good advice from dear old mom – “this too shall pass”.

Courtney Walsh - so fun, Meg. I’m going to check out her artwork now. I could use a constant reminder that the glass is half full! lol 🙂

Sandy - I love Studio Mela! I think I’ll buy the “It’s about Love, ….You Get What You Give So Give Good.” and I’d love to win your give-away!!

Alexandra Horn - I remind myself, “Jesus suffered more than I ever will…and he did it for me”

amanda - i like to tell people it could always be worse.

ang - I tell myself, “Only 4 days until the weekend.”

Kimberly - As a relatively new runner, I tell myself….I can do this, I can do this, I can do this 🙂

Meg - My positive thought today: You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy ice cream, which is kind of the same thing.

Karen - Relax…

Vicki - Oh goodness gracious. At my house my husband and I are always teasing each other about “cup half full, cup half empty” thinking. I am a cup half full kind a girl…he is a cup half empty kind of guy. There’s just nothing better than uplifting the good in others and not the bad. So I say pour a little more in that glass…fill it right on up to the top!

natasha wheatley - Smile.
It’s as plain and simple as that! 🙂

Melissa - I tell myself that the days are long, but the years are quick. When my kids/job/chores are too much, this reminds me to live in the moment, because the moments will pass much, much too quickly.

Anna - God will not give you more then you can handle!

Courtney M - *just smile*

Katie M. - What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail?
I find myself sharing this with people more and more!

Heather M. - I tell myself, “I can do hard things.” Then I do them.

Candy - God is in control, ALL THE TIME! I forget sometimes and try to fix it myself, when what I need to do is always lay my problems at His feet.

Leah Warner - I love them!!!
I love the comment I just read on your comments about Karma…my favourite saying is ‘what doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger!’. It really does help (remembering walking to work a few years ago in -40 temperatures!).

Donna - I like to tell myself that “tomorrow is a new day.” And that even a bad day is not a wasted day. Just look for something positive that happened that day…..there’s always many things!

jennifer - Cute stuff. Love it! Please count me in! :o)

jessica kiehn - i tell myself that God orders our steps. Since I am faithful to Him, He will be faithful to me. It’s that simple. Simple, yet huge, and beautiful.
Love the prints!

amy - my boyfriend broke up with me two days ago and throughout the past 2 years that we had been dating, i allowed him to be the one responsible for my happiness. so– throughout this hard transition, I have been telling myself that I am surrounded by love and that i am worthy of this love. it helps to fill the void while i learn how to get back on my feet again =D

Dawn Gahan - I tell myself that all the years of being a strict parent (at least in today’s standards), grounded in Christian values, were worth all the discipline it took me to be consistent. My daughter has grown into the woman I wish I had been when I was that age.

Meredith Salmon - I have had this taped to my computer for the past 9 years (switched jobs in the middle as well)
“Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life”.

Terri - I try to remind myself to breath when things get to be overwhelming!

Lisa - Love these. I needed a little “half full” reminder today.

purejoy - happier than a bird with a french fry?? i would be if i won the print!! i am someone who has to consider for a moment before i see the glass half full. i’m hoping one day soon it will come super naturally!

Robyn - “Just breathe! Will this really matter in 5 years?” I say that to myself alot 🙂

Amy - As a teacher , i need this

Jaime Rice - I sometimes tell my girls that there saddness is to remind them of the hope of heaven. How heaven will be so sweet and wonderful.

Michelle - ‘Don’t worry about it, God has everything in control’

Jody - While in the process of adoption, I keep reminding myself God’s timing is perfect.

Whitney - Just breathe and smile and the bad stuff will pass- it always does!

Jennifer A - we are a Nemo family too… just keep swimming, just keep swimming… but on a more serious note, I remind myself that God is working in my life and that everything He does is for good.

Ashlee - I just try to see myself the way God sees me, which is so hard. But, such a sweet thought.

Christy - I tell myself every day to remember that it is God’s plan, not mine. And every night at dinner, my kids list “5 good things” that happened that day. This helps them to focus on the positive.

angie - i LOVE LOVE LOVE this picture… i always say “glass half full”

sarah - Tomorrow is a new day. Deep breaths. Both of those get me through rough days.

Jodi - I am so blessed, even on bad days. I am just in a really happy place. I try to stay positive as much as I can.
This too shall pass…….

Ashley - These are beautiful and inspirational! I need this sign to hand on my dining room wall that I see constantly. There is nothing there…I haven’t been able to find the right thing…but I think THIS print is it!!!!
I am always telling myself and my hubby to….”take a deep breath”. It’s good advice, when you’re mad, tired, maybe a little too excited, worked up or frazzled.

Laura Phelps - love these
on my gift list for sure

Lori - I love these prints! I usually recite “faithful heart, quiet mind” to myself when I’m in a pickle:)

Happygirl02 - Sorry – I missed the part of your post that said to leave a comment about something positive I tell myself or others….I tell others that God is bigger than our circumstances and that He has everything under control…we just have to give Him the space to do His thing!

Happygirl02 - I’ve never seen these. They’re adorable! I’m going to have to buy some now…. my husband thanks you for giving me something else to spend money on 🙂

Nikki from Austin - LOVE the prints. Great idea to visit her shop for Christmas gifting!! The most positive thing I say to myself and my family each morning is, “THIS is the day the Lord has made! Let’s choose to rejoice and be glad in it!”

Christina - “Dance like nobody’s watching, love like you’ve never been hurt, sing like no-one’s listening and live like there is no tomorrow.” Every day is a blessing and if you don’t live it to the fullest you will look back and regret the past and this is just not acceptable.

Camille - Think about your blessings first. It is humbling to see how many gifts you’ve been given by God.

tara - i say, to my daughter especially, to love one-self and that the best remedy for feeling down is to do something kind for someone else.
beautiful prints…they are so meg.
must get me one…

Lisa - What a wonderful print. Inspiring and a reminder to think this way. Where do you find all of these wonderful items? I always love looking at the list of “Happy Things”
Take care,
Lisa

kim smart - i usually tell myself to just be calm and take a deep breath and say a prayer and it will get better! i know it’s not really anything profound but it helps me 🙂

Lacy Brauner - It is not an accident, everything happens for a reason. I dont believe in coincidence, I believe in God.. it is a God thing:] It is not a coincidence you couldnt make it on time, it happened for a reason, maybe God saved you from something.. that is just one tiny example.. Happy Fall Meg, still love your site the most, been lookin everyday for about 2 yrs

Emily in MO - That i love you…..

Nicole Q. - I tell myself “God is in control.”

Anne - We’re going through some things right now that seem like they’ll never end. I keep telling myself and my family, “in two weeks, two months, two years, xxxx will be nothing but a memory.”

Michelle Myers - “God’s gotcha, Girl!”~ I force myself to remember that no matter what, God’s always got my back! 🙂

Lindsey Wolosiewicz - i constantly tell myself i am sexy as all get out. ladies you are all sexy to the max! he he!

Holly - I know someone with a license plate that says “Be Happy.” It is a reminder to me, even on cold, rainy days when the world doesn’t feel like a happy place (we all have those days, right???). So I tell myself, “Choose to Be Happy.”

Julie Briggs - It is what it is…God is in control.
I have to remind myself OFTEN that God is in control and not me (thank goodness).

janene - A mantra. . .one of many I rely on.

Carmela - I remind myself constantly that Gods in control…what a relief!!
Love the prints and your blog!!

kristen b - hey meg,
love those prints! i have several reminders that have already been mentioned but have you heard “don’t sweat the petty. . . pet the sweaty” ? you can take that to fit a variety of situations, huh 😉
kristen

Karie - God’s mercies are new each morning

Amy Lynne - I love her stuff! Thanks for the chance to win!

Suzanne - We always say “Life is Like a Box of Chocolates, You Don’t Know What Your Going to Get Until You Take a Bite”. We tell our children take chances as they are given to you, what’s the worse that could happen? At least you Tried!
Happy Halloween!
Suzanne

Lisa - I, too, always say “this too shall pass.” And I’ve become a big fan of “love what you’ve got,” since my wishlists seem to be never-ending lately! Must be that Christmas season…

Beth - I love the paintings!

lifeologia - I tell myself the old nike slogan all the time :
JUST DO IT ;D

Hannah - life…goes…on.

Amy Coose - There’s really a lot I tell myself to keep me on the positive side of things. My faves would be to not sweat the small stuff, know that I am not in charge, and tomorrow is a new day. I love this print, her work is fabulous! Thanks for the chance to win.

Jennifer - God is in control!

Brooke - I want one 🙂 Love it!!!!
I lost my sweet baby to a fatal birth defect six weeks ago. The glass is half full perspective: I got 8 months with him kicking me in my belly and then a precious five hours with him on this earth. SO, so, so special. COMPLETELY an amazing blessing from above.

Jhull - “Thank God for nap time!” I cherish those hours in the day to have some me time.

BeckyB - I can do all things through Christ who gives me the strength!
Thanks for this great opportunity!

Karen - My baby girl hasn’t slept a whole night yet…. and shes 7 months old!! That means I haven’t had a whole nights sleep for over half a year! To stay positive I tell myself that every sleepless night is a night closer to my dream of 8 hours in a row!!!

Molly - Everyday I tell my girls that I love them so much and that they are beautiful.

Stephanie - I tell my husband he is hot, and he gets a cute “aw shucks” grin on his face. I love making his day that way!

patty - these prints are beautiful..
i teach fitness classes and i love to say to them, “YOU.ARE.BEAUTIFUL!” because i don’t think we hear that enough…

Nicole - “the joy of the Lord is my strength!”
My husband is so positive that he always says, “I can’t even imagine what a bad day would be like.”…& let me tell you, he’s had some BAD ones:) hope we get to bless our house with this!!

Pipp - I love this one: Don’t let fear of failure discourage you – You are a power for good – You will make the world a better place. Another one is: Be a positive person – What you put out – Is what you receive.
Love your blog!!!!

robyn - God has a plan, and it’s a good one 🙂

ashley - I tell myself to count to ten, even if it doesn’t work at the time. “And this, too, shall pass.”

Jane - I work in special education and when I’m having a tough day with a parent I remind myself that I’m able to wave goodbye to the kids at the end of the day – gives me a little perspective and helps reduce my frustration!

Beth - I love their things! A month or so ago, I bought “God loves You” and “Ignore the Rain.” I also love “Go with the Flow.” It’s so hard to choose when ordering. I enjoy reading your blog-and check in everyday! It makes me happy! 🙂

Cherith McC - “You make everything glorious, and I am Yours!”
This Dave Crowder song really encourages me that God has a work for me and will work through me. He will make me more like His Son. Love your blog.
Cherith
Hong Kong
amero24@ymail.com

crystal - When it’s a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day, I remember what my older sister told me: “Tomorrow will be a new day.” And then I know that tomorrow will be better. Because it always is. And I can make it until tomorrow.

Kate @ Songs Kate Sang - I just tell myself ‘Rejoice in the Lord ALWAYS’!
Thank you so much for sharing this shop! I have been looking for the French Fry print for.ev.er!
Happy day!

Lori in Iowa - Ironically, I tell myself that the glass is half full. And I believe that! I prefer to find the positives in any situation. Life would be too depressing otherwise.

Dee D. - God is great…all the time! I find myself saying that out loud more and more, not only to encourage others, but also so that I can hear it. It’s true – He loves us!

Ellen - When I’m down I like to sing “I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy…” or “The Joy of the Lord is my Strength” sometimes to myself, sometimes out loud…depending on where I am and who’s around me 🙂
I love this! I just saved the shop to my “Gifts” folder on my favorites tab…it’s the only way I can remember things like this when I’m trying to think of a fantastic gift!

Erin - I tell myself that each day is a gift. I almost died after having my last baby (had to have a major blood transfussion and emergency surgery) 6 months ago. I’m grateful to God every day that I am here with my three beautiful children. I love being their mom and can’t imagine a better life.
Oh – and I love your blog Meg. 🙂

Carrie - LOVE the glass is half full pic…thank you for a great giveaway!!

sherry - This would be perfect in my kitchen. LOVE it. So cute.

Rachel - It’s so cheesy but I’ve taken the “stay calm and carry on” mantra into our lives very much. My son freaks out about the small stuff and we all need to remember that so much of it is the small stuff and to breathe… just keep going on…

Melissa Shepard - I remind myself of jer. 29:11… God has a plan… and it’s all in His hands…such a good feeling, but we seem to forget too often!

Shairee bass - Just keep smiling 🙂

Rachel - I tell myself that I am right where I’m supposed to be, doing what I’m supposed to be doing at this point in my life. It reminds me that life is good…and there is a reason for everything.

LibraryGirl62 - I am doing a LOT of volunteering for my daughter’s high school band-and I have the BEST people to work with 🙂

Sarah - “If everyone put their problems out on a table you’d be reaching for yours first.” I am not sure if it’s positive, but I try to tell myself this when I am boo-hooing about my life.

charity palmer - I remind myself often that GOD is control. He is the one who is holding us in HIS mighty hand! And that’s all the encouragement we need 🙂

Sarah B - Love her work…and I am always telling myself “You Are Blessed”!

Dana@Bungalow'56 - Megan,
I found her site through your blog a while back. I love all of her prints. Whenever my girls are upset about a mistake they’ve made, I always remind them mistakes are what will them where you want to go, that they are absolutely necessary for future success, and then I simply say, 1000 light bulbs, referring to the Thomas Edison story. It always makes them smile.
Dana

Amy - Love this stuff. I am going to take advantage of her sale and cross my fingers that I win this print!

jenni - “Everybody freaks out”. Something my husband and I tell each other and other people in our lives. Gives us permission not to feel like we have to do things perfect.

Gayle - This is just a phase…I hope.

Melissa - I love this artwork!

traci in virginia - I tell my children to always be nice. You never know what someone else is going through. “Just be nice!”

Liz @ Perfect Chaos - I am a child of God, as long as I let go and let God, me and my loved ones will be OK!

Bec - So pretty! Definitely see some good ideas for Christmas presents.

karen - I tell myself where there’s a WILL there is a WAY.

Janet C - I try to keep in mind that things will work out, since they generally do. And I believe in the law of attraction.

Heather - every single day i remind myself that God gave me the power of choice. i can choose to let life pull me down or i can choose to live a lovely life. so i work my fanny off everyday to find the happy.

erin - i tell myself that god will never give us more than we can handle. repeating those words over and over again today as we mourn the loss of our sweet puppy.

Anna Marie - If I am having a hard time I always say, “This must be in God’s plan for me or it wouldn’t be happening.”

Kathi - This is the day that God has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!

nancy - When my thinking gets :-/ or my day is going terribly, I remind myself of PLANTR. …whatever things are pure, lovely, admirable, noble, true and right, think on these things. I even shared that with my children in the car the other day.
And, I try to think of person to go with each:
Pure — my little boy
Lovely — my little girl
Admirable — the way my Mom battled ovarian cancer
Noble — the way my husband takes care of us and lives with integrity
True — my husband and I as one
Right — the way we try to live for Christ as a family
Having that little acronym has helped me for many years.
Thanks to you, Meg, for brightening my days.
Nancy

Margo - I remind myself to count my blessings – my dad used to tell us that when we were young and to be honest I hated when he said that – he always said that my grandmother reminded her children of this daily. It’s amazing that even though I hated those words so long ago they are so, so, so true!

elisabeth (bovagoods) - God has it all planned out….

eva - don’t sweat the small stuff.. i know its a book series but its speaks so true.. just enjoy them because those my friends are little pieces of heaven..

Suzanne Lay - I tell myself that God is in control and that everything belongs to him; that it is not mine. Keeping that focus seems to help me through my days…even the worst. Because if he is for us then there is nothing that is impossible!!
XOXO

Kelly - I have WONDERFUL friends – and I always try to be a good friend : ) Thanks for the great giveaway!!

Mandy - I always tell myself that I’m good enough, I’m smart enough, and gosh darnet, people like me. (That’s only about 35% joke.)

Valerie - Love this! My glass is always half full — I take after my dear dad. I’d love to hang it up in my crafting room where I could see it everyday. Thanks for the giveaway!

sarah - This too shall pass…

Kristi Barrett - This too shall pass…

Lisa - I tell myself ALL good things are happening today.

Jenny - Her prints are too cute! I’m ordering a few for my school library.
My something positive is “I don’t have to worry; God’s got it.”

Michelle - I remember the Cross. . . that the greatest is love. . . and that God has promised to work all things for good for those who love him (in his timing of course). This fills me with joy even in the face of terrible things.

Cindy - I always try to keep things in perspetive by saying “10 years from now will it matter?” No but being a good friend, mom or wife WILL matter!
Cindy

Ali - Choose to be grateful.
If you look hard enough, you can always find the positive in anything. I choose joy!

Amanda F - Lately, I’ve been reminding myself that children are a gift from God. Even when they are fighting, slamming doors and making ugly noises at me. Gift from God… Gift from God… And if I can keep calm, patient and happy, it will rub off on them.

gina f. - Everything happens for a reason! I love these prints! Thanks for the giveaway!

Elizabeth - This too shall pass. . . I remind myself of this when my four kids are in a “not so fun” stage. More importantly though, I remember to cherish the moments of the really fun stages, because those too shall pass.

shelley c - I tell myself “It is all going to be good. Breathe!”

Janet - I would like all of them hanging in my home! What great reminders that make you smile!
“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him.” 1 Cor. 2:9

Lisa - Love these Meg, I am really trying to be positive, I am in the middle of court battle with my ex-husband over money and I’m trying not to be sick to my stomach all the time. I put this quote I saw on the Brave Girls’ Club FB page as my status this week:
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, “I will try again tomorrow.” -Mary Anne Radmacher

Cris Marsh - My youngest son and his wife have had several rough weeks (health problems). I told them to give the problems to God and focus on the blessings in their lives.

Dawn - Great quotes. I love those.

Tonya - i tell my self everyday that i am thankful for my 2 healthy children.
it could be worse..

Brittany - Love it! So simple and cute.

Sally - I’m a good Mom….

Amanda - I often remind myself, husband and kids in the moment of disappointment that life is just not fair, but we are so very blessed in spite of it all.

Erin - I remember that gratitude counts for alot – there is always something to be thankful for.

Jennie - I am far more sinful than I ever dared to imagine, but far more loved than I ever dared to dream!

Trish - This summer I got a tattoo. My first at the ripe ol’ age of 37.
It says “Choose Joy, Psalm 28:7”
It’s on my forearm and is super cute! It is my daily reminder that The LORD is my strength and my joy!

Amy Harris - If God is for us, who can be against us? Be happy for this moment, for this moment is your life. 🙂

Heather - DEEEEELIGHTFUL! I love them! I hope I win! =)

Dawn - How wonderful! I think I will get prints for Christmas gifts… My mother’s motto since our car accident has been “It’s going to be okay,” and it would be awesome for her to hang it on her wall to see everyday. And the bird with the french fry…my sister is like that. These are perfect!

*LuLu* - i tell myself that i can do all things through Christ who gives me strength! so pick me!

abby - A simple “it’s ok!”. Of course I get upset about little spills or accidents sometimes, but I really try to emphasis that it’s OK. 🙂

Rachel J - Less is more. (In almost every area of my life.)

Flower Patch Farmgirl - Nothing surprises God.
I love reminding myself of this. It makes me feel very small and out-of-control, which is an unexpectedly fantastic combination.

Kim - I remind myself daily that everything happens for a reason. I try to look at every situation, opportunity, crisis etc … and remember to make the most of it. It all works out in the end.

Heather K - Recently the President of the Company I work for told me that a former employee once told him “Paranoia will destroy ya”. It’s amazing how helpful that reminder has been for me as of late.

Beth - Something positive I tell myself AND others (my family and my art students, specifically) is “if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all”. Sometimes easier said than done, but a good idea to stick to.

elizabeth - I AM ALIVE

Mallory - I remind myself often that everything happens for a reason, and that God has the control – not me. Also, as a 21 year old, I’m making important choices on my own now. But I do always try to think of what my parents would think about my choices – would they be upset or proud? It’s a pretty good filter! 🙂

Valerie - Just love everything about your blog…signs are great fun♥

Carolyn - Love that reminder! It would be great in my new (old) house that we are trying to decorate! 🙂

ShelbyP - Wow, her stuff is SO cute!

sara's art house - “With God All things are possible!”
I love your blog- always- I don’t comment as much as I should- but I always leave happy 🙂

Gevay - I tell myself and my kids that God sees everything the good and the bad and someday we’ll stand before Him and explain ourselves. I helps me not do some of the thoughtless things that so easily come out of me!

Becky - With so many of my problems, it helps me put it into perspective to think, “It’s just money!” Because in the end, money is a light and momentary trouble!

Cat Sasser - “The grass isn’t greener on the other side. It’s greener where you water it.” 🙂

Lindsey@ Piecefully Home - i love her stuff, i have a print of hers, too 🙂
I tell myself that God chose me to be the mom of my kids, if he chose me to be their mom then i MUST be just what they need.

Jenny B. - Love it! I am always striving to be a “glass half full” kind-of girl. 🙂

Jenn - Wow I love this print. I make sure to tell people when I am praying for them – it’s so nice to know when someone is caring about you! I also try to remind the other young mom’s in my life (including myself) that they are doing a great job, even when it feels like our children are holy terrors 🙂 Moms need encouragement.

Jennifer - I love this and need it for my hubby 🙂

Linda - Its kind of funny I just got my “Ignore the Rain look for the Rainbow” in the mail and she included a small copy of the French Fry quote which I loved! I try each day to look for ways to find joy in the simple things of life. A ray of sunshine, my son tying his shoes. I truly believe that it is the small simple quite things of life that bring us true happiness. I hope you have a happy day today too.

Jennifer - We own our own business, and it seems that there is always something coming up. I am constantly saying- “it will all work out-God has blessed us this whole time, and it will work out this time”.

april@gingerbreadgirlblog - I love them all….thank you for the reminder…I DO need to be positive!!! Hope you have a great weekend!!!

Nichole - Generally, I just tell people that being positive confuses the world and often runs off people who can’t stand to hear the positives. If you smile and always tell people “it’ll be okay!” when they come to you and complain, either they use the support or run of screaming because you aren’t complaining with them.
I think there’s a quote about smiles confusing people: smiles really do.

Marisol Avila - I ran five miles today even though I wanted to stay in my warm bed.

Tegan M. - Such gorgeous prints. If I win that, I would want to put it in my craft room (haha, more like corner) but I *should* put it in a shared living space so everyone can enjoy it! Kitchen? Okay. 🙂

Amy Mierzejewski - I always read the bible or pray for encouragement and God always has something specific for me there. I love her artwork!

LuLu - my oldest daughter {14} started high school this year and when i walked into her room she made herself a reminder on a pink post~it… it says “don’t forget to be awesome” it touched my heart that she wrote herself a motivation saying… everyday i walk into her room and see it still stuck to her mirror and i think of that saying and how we all can use that saying for all areas of life.
I adore all these sayings and the colors are gorgeous
xo,
LuLu

Courtney - I pray. And I tell others I will pray for them and then I really do. I don’t think there is anything more encouraging than knowing you are being prayed for.

tiffboren70@gmail.com - Love that beautiful print!! I always tell myself..If he (God) puts me through it, he will pull me through it!! Love your blog and your beautiful family. Thanks!!

Tabby A. - Fun prints. I really like that french fry one! I am always telling myself, Yard by Yard Life is Hard. Inch by Inch Life’s a Cinch!.

Gina - God is in control. He knows everything about me and my life. 🙂 My daughter’s nickname is Mela. Love the picture and thanks for a chance to win. =D

Barbara Backes - I always tell myself and others to just “BREATHE, it will pass”. LOVE her art work:)

Sam Miller Gott - I’m a pretty darn good gift giver!

Stacy - I am telling myself right now as my father is very sick that he will get well, he still has some good life to live!

Cindy Porter - Currently: Follow your bliss! My “bliss” is found in the Lord Jesus Christ…….always! I’m a grandma (gigi) who loves your humor and your ideas are used for my grandboys!! I am also an SLP and had to smile on your comments about volunteering at school. When work gets tough, I tell myself I am following My Bliss!

Ayelet - I think Scarlett said it best: “Tomorrow is another day.” I repeat that one to myself (and a whole lot of other people!), almost daily.

Sarah - Postive thinking, eh? Somedays that is harder than others. I try to remind my girls just how thoughtful they are and when they share with each other, I try to point out how kind that is. It doesn’t happen often but when it does I want to encourage it.

Mary-Beth - I just remind myself that my God is bigger than my circumstances…I like to think of Sara and her new baby Isaac…God gave her laughter even in her very old age.

Debbie Smallie - One foot in front of the other…keep it simple 🙂

steph - hmmm… something positive… i laugh all the time. through the happy times (naturally), the sad times, the angry times, the hard times. it’s my release. i often laugh through tears. i would love this print. it’s so beautiful!!!

Emily @ Little Home - When I get grumpy about something in my house that is needing updating or repaired, I remind myself that compared to most of the world, I live in a palace.

Susan - My sister has spent the last year or more homeschooling her girls while her husband ran the political campaign for the governor of Ohio. She was alone most nights and rarely got any time to herself. She also does a ministry for international students and takes great care of her close friends. The election is coming up this week and I’d love to send her a reminder of how well she did as a practically-single-mom this year!

Beth Ann - Pretty

Jenny R - That no matter how hard I think my life might be right now, there is always an opportunity coming for it to get better. 🙂

Erica - I always make up stories in my head (or to my husband) about why strangers act the way they do. Why is that woman driving so fast? Her son must be home alone and sick and she really wants to get to him. I know that my “stories” probably aren’t true, but it helps me stay positive when I try to see it from their perspective.

Carla G - I know that I am “fearfully and wonderfully made”. This is definitely something positive about myself! 🙂

Alissa - My framed quote above my kitchen sink is…..”Every little thing is going to be alright” Makes me remember that most things are just little things and I WILL be okay even when things are rough:)

mkpoggie - Something that I repeatedly told myself in the last months before my wedding and that I always pass on to my panicky bride friends is, “It’s all going to work out and it’s all going to come together. Because it has to. And, either way, you’re getting married. So it’s all going to work out. Now relax and have a margarita.”

Jen N. - I love Studio Mela!
I try to just remember that what seems like a huge deal now, might not be so important later. It’s all about perspective.

whitneybens@yahoo.com - Something positive…hmmm…well, even though I have an enormous belly, I have a good reason! I am 23 weeks prego!!

Ingrid Blanchette - For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
Have made a huge mural that hangs over our bed..love it because it reminds us of God’s promises!

Laura - My husband and I continually tell ourselves and our children “treat others as you would want to be treated…” especially during the hardest of times.

Beth Donnelly - I love this print (and so many of the others as well)! I always try to remind myself when I’m going through a stressful or hard time that if God brought me to it, then he will certainly bring me through it. He is a mighty and gracious God. 🙂

Beth - I remind myself (and my husband!) that God has us here (our specific town) for a reason–and it’s HIS reason, not ours. It’s not always easy to remember that.

Angie - “This, too, shall pass…”

Alexis Hamilton - i tell myself that i really do have all the strength i need to move forward within myself; i’m stronger than i think.

Julie H. - We try to think of all of the GOOD things that we are trhankful for!!!

amalisa - I loved reading what other people had to say about being positive. My own reminder is life is a process and where I am is where I am.

Becky @ Farmgirl Paints - Of course I would love her style. Hope I win this one. Happy weekend Meg.

kristen - I run to the Throne instead of the phone – it is good to have friends and support but only Jesus can calm the storm.

Penny - I need the half full one for my husband to see every morning! He is so pessimistic some days!

Rebecca - Be still and know that I am God. The being still part is usually the hardest.

jenn - My go-to pick me up lately is “God’s got this!” Just a reminder to stop stressing and worrying about things outside of my control.

Evelyn - I really need that ‘glass half full’ print. I added Studio Mela to my etsy favorites, so I can go back and buy some prints for xmas. I’m going to put some on my wishlist too – love that ‘happier than a bird with a frenchfry’ one!

Michelle - I have to remind myself everyday that God has a true purpose and plan for my life, and that he will always work everything out for the best, and how truely blessed I am to have four beautiful daughters, and a very loving Husband that I miss so badly… He is overseas, and I beleive that has been the hardest thing I have had to deal with the last 3 years, but God has a plan!!!! Have a fun and safe Halloween!!!!

Amber Pamper - Those are beautiful! I’d love to have a whole wall covered in them with white frames. 😉

erica - God is good…ALL the time!

Kimberlee J. - “You’re good enough. You’re smart enough. And gosh darn it people like you.” Ha.

denise - God has been telling me lately to be myself, and don’t change myself just because it makes other people uncomfortable, God made me this way for a reason, I am suppose to let my light shine.

holly - That is so wonderful. Think I might end up buying a couple too. We just moved to a place and while it is not perfect, it is wonderful. So far those that I have met have not shared the philosophy that so much of lif id what you make of it. I want to leave here as positive of a person as I came here, and I think that one or two of these prints might remind me of that!!!

Sheila - If God leads you to it, he will lead you through it.
…and sometimes I tell myself to strap on my big girl pants and get going!!

Kristin Joy - Be deliberate about how you think, how you live your life inside & outside your head, Kristin! You have a choice, you are in charge of your thinking. Who you are as a person, moving through your day, shapes other people!

kelly kettrick - HALF FULL! Love it!

Biz - I love it! When every I need a positive reminder I wear a necklace I bought from http://farmgirlpaints.blogspot.com/ ‘s etsy shop. It says surrender and it’s a reminder to myself that I am not in control, God is 🙂

Michele - I’ve never heard of Studio Mela. Thanks for sharing. The power of positive thinking can do wonders. “The Glass Is Half Full” Amen!

kristiina - “The day responds to you”…love this because it reminds me that you get what you put out there, so smile! (My son’s tai kwon do teacher said that in class once and it really struck me.)
Thanks for the chance–I love her stuff!

ellen - i remind myself of what elisabeth eliot says: just do the next thing. when life is most overwhelming it’s a comfort to simply focus on the thing right in front of you.

Jamie - that God is in control!

Rebekah - I find myself repeating the old classic, “I’m good enough, I’m smart and, dog-gone-it, people like me!” Silly, but also quite profound.

Sara - I tell my self all.the.time. to ‘keep calm and carry on!’ along with 1,875 other fun, positive things. 🙂 It helps and is EASY! Love the prints!

Carrie - Love that print! They’re all fabulous. Everyone could use a reminder that in one way or another, they are blessed.

Stephanie C. - I always tell my husband that all we can do is what’s best for our family and if we do that everything will work out

Annette - GET OUT!!! I just put that exact print on my “favorites” list on etsy! Love, love, love it!
I tell myself (and my kids) that “enough is as good as a feast”. Works for all kinds of situations.
Thanks!!!

Jennifer - I teach Kindergarten and I tell my kids every morning, “Good morning, V.I.P’s”… I want them to know that they are important people, to me and to the world!

Angie M - Keep an open mind and a smile on my face and remember it’s not about me!

Kim walker - I remind myself that positive thinking is better than negative and god is with me.

Robyn - I tell myself to breathe. Just take a deep breath and let it out slowly, then do it again. Now I can tackle anything one step at a time.

Jill - My Grandparents, who have both passed away both loved cardinals. Every time that my family sees a cardinal outside now, we are reminded of them, and we always take it as a sign that everything will be fine. I can’t even tell you the number of times a cardinal has shown up just when I need it…when my husband was in the hospital, on my daughter’s first day of preschool this year..the list goes on!
I LOVE Studio Mela and own a couple of her prints already, including three that you have shown here!!

Maureen Troop - Something positive….I’m positive that God loves me and holds my everyday in his hands!

Jill - I do a lot of chanting ‘it will all be fine’ and it usually is! =D

Trish - I tell myself to just breathe and believe. It will all be ok.

Deb - Don’t sweat the small stuff, and it’s all small stuff!

robbie - a positive reminder of god’s true blessings…

FeFe - I love them all!

becky @ oursweetpeas - I always tell mothers of newborns or that are in a crazy stage “this too shall pass”. I try and remember that also b/c no matter how crazy my life is with 3 under 3 1/2 a day will come when my house is eerily quiet and I will miss the chaos.

Kat - This too shall pass, or tomorrow is another day, or remember to breathe and smile, you can do it!! 🙂

Julie - To stay positive, I remind myself that Christ is my strength. To me there is nothing more positive than knowing Him and knowing that He is in control. 🙂

L - I tell myself “I could always have less”

Liza - When faced with a crossroads, remember “All roads are good” ~ Blessings always

erica - I remind myself how blessed I am to be a child of God!!!

shiela - what i have to remind myself & my kiddos…be grateful, don’t take things/people for granted, share, obey.

Elyce - I tell myself that this too shall pass all the time.

Leah - I constantly remind myself to let my daughter stop and smell the flowers because she’s doing that for the first time. It’s sobering to really think about that.

Tammi - Great job on the 5k! I just ran my first one and my 4 yr old ran the 1 mile, it was lots of fun!!
BTW…love the cupcake prints that sold on your Etsy shop. Any way you will have more of those?

Kelly O. - ummm…excuse me–but where’d all the stuff go!! 🙂
I took a blog break for the weekend, just read this now, go to the shop and….nothing…. well not really nothing but…ummmm…pretty close!
Good for you Meg!

katy - in LOVE with these, the colors and prints are fantastically happy! 🙂

angela - Need to go check out your Etsy site!! Love the trim on these pillows!

Courtney Walsh - Do you have a pre-sale? lol I seriously went to Pier One thinking I was in the market for their adorable new brightly colored pillows and then I realized I can’t afford more than one. And forget about the curtains.
sigh.
you know I will be too late to this party so if you ever want to open up a “Courtney only” shopping day, you just feel free to holler. lol

susan - Yay! I am soooo excited! I have been waiting for you to put more pillows in your shop!

Christy - Yay! love your pillows Can’t wait

Summer - okay 😉 I’m officially a stalker… hehe … been on etsy waiting since Julie posted about your pillows quite a while back 🙂

Georgia - Ooooh more stuff!!! yay

Jessica from Stars and Clouds - First of all, well done on the 5K! What an achievement! 🙂 You *should* be proud of yourself!
The pillows look so nice. Need to check them out, whatever 8,30am your time is in Italy 🙂 Will check after school then!

Kate - AAGH!!!!
Excited! So excited!

Cate O'Malley - I missed them last time, so really hoping there’s some left in the am!

olivia - I LOVE them they look so cute

tami reed - Those are so pretty and colorful,Wow!

Lanny Stanard - I have to work… they’ll all be gone 🙁

Emily - adorable pillows! what is your Etsy shop, I’d love to check it out!

Tonya Riggs - I can’t wait! 🙂

Sandy - If I send you a picture of my (20 y/o) daughter’s bedroom can you make a pillow to coordinate? How much are they?

Tere - You tease, can’t wait!