Every Woman Should Have………………...


A woman should have
one old love she can imagine going back to, 
and one who reminds her how far she has come.

A woman should have
enough money within her control to 
move out and rent a place of her own
 even if she never wants to or needs to.

A woman should have
something perfect to wear if the employer 
or date of her dreams wants to
see her in an hour

A woman should have
a youth she is content to leave behind.

A woman should have
a past juicy enough that she’s looking 
forward to retelling it in her old age.

A woman should have
a set of screwdrivers, 
a cordless drill and a black lace bra.

A woman should have
one friend who always makes her laugh 
and one who lets her cry.

A woman should have
a good piece of furniture not previoulsy owned 
by anyone else in her family.

A woman should have eight matching plates, 
wine glasses with stems 
and a recipe for a meal 
that will make her guests feel honoured.

A woman should have
a feeling of control over her destiny.

Every woman should know
how to fall in love without losing herself.

Every woman should know
how to quit a job,
break up with a lover,
and comfort a friend 
without ruining the friendship.

Every woman woman should know
when to try harder….
and when to walk away.

Every woman should know
that she can’t change the length of her calves, 
the width of her hips or the nature of her parents.

Every woman should know
that her childhood may not have been perfect……
but it’s over.

Every woman should know
what she would and wouldn’t do for love.

Every woman should know
how to live alone……even if she doesn’t like it.

Every woman should know
whom she can trust, whom she can’t,
and why she shouldn’t take it personally.

Every woman should know
where to go
be it to her best friends kitchen table
or a charming inn in the woods
when her soul needs soothing.

Every woman should know
What she can and can’t accomplish in a day…..
a month……and a year.
(by Maya Angelou)

So Lovelies, is there anything else that 
should be on this list?

Would love to hear your thoughts
xxxx


14 comments:

  1. I don't have a cordless drill or a black bra - I am doomed!

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    1. Hi Tabs. I have the black bra but not the cordless drill. So I can have "pert puppies" with everything else hanging off it's hinges ;-)

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  2. Great list. I tell my 15 year old daughter to be true to herself, even though it is painful to watch some of her friends and peers heading in the wrong direction.

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    1. Great advice Anon, but so difficult to believe when you are a teenager :-(

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  3. I had to pop over today and say hello, I was missing conversing with you. I hope you are enjoying spring so far. This is a fantastic list Vannessa! :) I love everything shared here, Maya Angelou is oh so wise! I was just thinking about clothing today and the importance of having a few go-to outfits for a few specific occasions-casual all the way to more formal. I'd like to add to this list, a few favorite recipes that can be whipped up without a recipe on short notice if friends drop by,etc. It just helps one feel less frazzled and confident that the food will turn out perfect.

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    1. Of course Karla. You are so right about the recipes. They can be life-savers having a few tried and tested ones up our sleeves. Hope you and Lily are well Sweets xx

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  4. Nevermind, it appears the recipe point may have been covered with a recipe that will make guests feel honored. ;)

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  5. @Karla. No it could be just tried and tested recipes that you can fall back on but not necessarily for guests ;-)

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  6. I think you got it pretty well dear! Great inspiration! xo Caroline

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  7. I love this list and fully agree to every word, every women should be independent enough to hold her own but not so independent that she feels she doesn't need others. I know that I don't have a few of them on this list, I need to start working on it! I enjoyed reading your views on my last post. Have a Fantastic Friday!

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  8. Great list...pretty much covered, I think ;)
    Happy Weekend xx

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  9. This is such a fabulous list and one that we need to remind our self of. We are women... beautiful, complex and extraordinary with a dash of quirkiness! ...Wishing you a beautiful and blessed week-end my friend.. xo Celia M. (HHL)

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  10. Hello Vanessa! I attempted to comment on this yesterday but my iPad didn't register the comment. I'm back again. I've read this piece and it definitely resonates with me. As we get older it seems (hopefully) we can tick off more of those boxes. I felt good reading it at the ripe old age of 52. Great advice from Maya Angelou. I also love your images lady! We have such similar taste. I have pinned and posted many of your same favorites and vice versa. That must mean we are on the same wavelength. Wonderful post and thanks for the inspiration.
    xx, H

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  11. HI Vanessa, I'm just catching up with your blog and yes, I definitely agree; a woman should have a youth she is content to leave behind, and of course, some juicy stories too. Great list.

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