Happiness IS a CHOICE

 

This saying couldn’t be more

TRUE

We make a choice everyday…

every moment to

    choose 
  happiness

or not…

No matter our circumstance

or the situations we may be dealing with

we have a choice

for ourselves

and for those around us.

So I decided to add a little reminder

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Let’s take a look at how this project started

this was it’s first life

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wow

sad…just sad

aren’t those hearts um well…lovely?

eeek

I must have had BIG plans when I decided to buy that!

So I took that as my base…primed and painted a crisp white

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printed out my letters, transferred them to my board

and hand painted in red

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Thought it needed a little somethin, somethin

so added a metal star and some yummy red baker’s twine

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What is your choice today?

Chat soon -

NORTHERN COTTAGE
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21 comments:

  1. blesidFebruary 17, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Love, love, love the bakers twine ... and the reminder. I was just reading today a letter that ended BE JOYFUL. It was on my mind all day long! I need to train my mind to choose happiness and joy! Jules

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  2. EmilyFebruary 17, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    Thanks for commenting on my blog. I am brand new to blogging and love to here what others think, so Thank you! Love your blog! I am your newest follower.

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  3. Kimm at ReinventedFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Now that's a trash to treasure project to be proud of, I love it!! I'll be starting "Trash to Treasure Tuesday back up soon, so save this one and link it up!! :)

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  4. Stitch a Wish DesignsFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Love it! Great job and I just LOVE the saying!

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  5. JudyFebruary 17, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    I am linking over from Transformation Thursday. I love that saying. I love everything about what you did. I am your latest follower. I would love for you to come and check out my blog and follow me back at www.diybydesign.blogspot.com. Thanks so much.

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  6. RobinFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    So cute. I love your quote and the sign is just perfect.

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  7. Rachael@Lovely Crafty HomeFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Love the makeover and the message! Thanks so much for linking up :)

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  8. Ali RichardsonFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    I love it! Great sign and a great reminder. I knew right when I saw that twine that it came from Old Charm. Do you read his blog, it's amazing!!!

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  9. AnnieFebruary 18, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    So many people don't realize that they control their own happiness. If they aren't happy, they blame it on someone, something, what happened yesterday, or what *might* happen in the future. Live in the moment and choose to be happy!

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  10. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    I really enjoyed reading this post.Glad I found your blog.

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  11. abeachcottageFebruary 19, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    That is so true, happiness is really a choice. What a wonderful project! Thanks for sharing it.

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  12. Kim @ Second Time FurnitureFebruary 19, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    I love it!!!

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  13. House of SmithsFebruary 19, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I totally agree :)
    Cute board!
    ~Shelley

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  14. DebFebruary 19, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Super cute project! I just love baker's twine...I want some but I just can't decide on the color!!! ~Deb~

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  15. JamieFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    How beautiful. I'm your newest follower. I'm throwing my first link party today (Monday) it would be great if you would stop by and share your project.
    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com

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  16. stefFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Cute! Saw you on Tip Junkie!

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  17. JudyFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Love the sentiment. I'm glad you chose this post to link up to my party. Hope to see you again next week.

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  18. Marjory Steele SkousenFebruary 23, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    I'm thinkin- I'm sooo happppyyy to have found your blog. Found you on the blog 'Get Your Cradt On', I'm your newest follower, come on by and follow me too. LOVE LOVE your blog.

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  19. Modern WivelyhoodFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    This is so cute! I love the before and after! I featured this on a few of my favorite tutorials for the week here: http://modernwivelyhood.blogspot.com/2011/02/few-of-my-favorite-tutorials_27.html
    Have a great week!

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  20. abeachcottageMarch 5, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Happiness is a choice. So true. I like this one.

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  21. Serendipity Chic DesignMay 23, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Funny to see the before photos of this sign. I am not a big fan of the 80's country decor. I love that you were able to recycle it in something eclectic...

    Take care,
    Lisa

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