Conversation – 15

Past Perfected
Capture immortal beauty with this bold, mythical Egyptian Phoenix design!

Our Insecurities

We all have glorious imperfections making us utterly human.

At some point in our life there may come a time when we feel insecure about ourselves. We might judge our ability to do something or feel self-conscious about the way we look. It does not matter how this feeling manifests in our life, but it is important to be aware of our thoughts and how they impact our view of ourselves. Once we remember that insecurities are a normal part of life for everyone–even those who appear to be extremely self-assured–we may find it easier to step back from the uncertainty that lies within and take a more realistic look at ourselves.

The desire to improve or better ourselves is a natural response that arises when we begin to compare our lives to those of other people. It might seem, for example, that we do not have nearly as much going for us as our neighbor, best friend, or coworker. In truth, what we think we see about another person is usually what they want us to notice. They may be putting on a mask, trying to make things in their lives seem better than they are. If we were to look at their lives a little more closely, we would also realize that they are human, full of glorious imperfections that make them who they are. Recognizing this may take some time at first. Should we, however, feel our uncertainties begin to surface, taking deep breaths while at the same time acknowledging each one of our gifts will help us become more centered. Doing this allows us to see the wonders that lie within and lets our inner beauty shine forth into the world all the more brightly.

When we hold up such a detailed mirror to our lives and weigh ourselves against others, we are not able to see the things that make us truly unique. Giving ourselves permission to appreciate all the universe has given us, however, will make us feel more secure about ourselves and more able to use our gifts to their fullest.

Cherie,

Good Morning your car is beautiful. ♥ I wish I could wave a wand and do that. LOL!
Enjoy the ride. Don’t forget to turn the music up. ♥ Well done and have fun. ♥
Beautiful color too. Steel Blue. ♥ Ride on. 🙂

Enjoy the Ride. ♥

@loaf,

I know where you are today. Godspeed to you and your family. ♥ Loaf take care of
yourself too. ♥

Gentle Woman RIP ♥

@kittengirl,

Praying that all is well with you and the Kitties. 🙂 Take your time we will be here.

Thinking of you. 🙂

@bichon18,

Have a great day with Jerry and little Ari. We have a ton of snow heading this way this
weekend and I have a doctor appt. tomorrow. Shizzle!

Spring Fever is in the air. Enjoy the Florida Sunshine and have your fun with your Heidi Daus.
Do you have all your outfits ready for your trip? I would be so excited if that were me. ♥
Poppy sends hugs to little Ari. 🙂

Rara Avis by Iris Apfel Recylced Paper Metallic 19″ Drop Necklace
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Rara Avis by Iris Apfel Metallic Jacquard Topper
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Born Iris Barrel in Astoria, Queens, New York, Apfel is the only child of Samuel Barrel, whose family owned a glass-and-mirror business, and his Russian-born wife, Sadye, who owned a fashion boutique. Both were Jewish.

She studied art history at New York University and attended art school at the University of Wisconsin.

As a young woman, Apfel worked for Women’s Wear Daily and for interior designer Elinor Johnson. She also was an assistant to illustrator Robert Goodman.

On Feb 22, 1948, she married Carl Apfel (born Aug 4, 1914 – died Aug 1, 2015) Two years later, they launched the textile firm Old World Weavers and ran it until they retired in 1992. From 1950 to 1992, Iris Apfel took part in several design restoration projects, including work at the White House for nine presidents: Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, and Clinton.

Through their business, the couple began traveling all over the world where she began buying pieces of non-Western, artisanal clothes. She wore these clothes to clients’ high-society parties.

In 2016, she performed in a television commercial for the French car DS 3, and was the face of Australian brand Blue Illusion. In March 2016, Apfel announced a collaboration with technology startup WiseWear on an upcoming line of Smart Jewelry.In 2018 she published a book entitled Iris Apfel: Accidental Icon.

In 2019, at the age of 97, she signed a modeling contract with global agency IMG.

Apfel’s husband of 67 years, Carl Apfel, died on August 1, 2015

Love what Victoria is wearing. ♥

Hello Adam.