Be Positive: Like Joan Adams
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Joan Adams
Joan Adams has inspired me, motivated me, and garnered my esteemed respect more than any other person I've met online — in my 12 years on the Internet. Let me introduce you to a very positive, wise, and inspiring lady...
Image source: Nancy Hellams
Joan Motivates And Inspires
Joan has been heard to say...
Everybody has a story.
You have to make your own sunshine.
Friends are an important part of our lives — no matter where we go, but especially on-line when we are writing, allowing others to see a glimpse of our souls.
Good enough is often quite enough in life. We do not need to be perfect parents, perfect employees or perfect spouses. We only need to be good enough and work to improve.
Semi-retired grandma and proud of it! I was born to be a grandma and love this stage of my life — maybe more than all the others combined.
Something wonderful happens to you every single day — without fail!!! You just have to be aware of it!
Live passionately, love unconditionally, and laugh every day!
Laugh a little and sing a lot! Sing as if nobody's listening! Sing for the pure joy of singing! Have fun!
We are never too old to learn. Remain open to progress and new ideas!
Life is an adventure.
Joan And Famous Quotations
These famous quotations remind me of Joan
As long as you live, keep learning how to live. —Seneca
Science is organized knowledge. Wisdom is organized life. —Immanuel Kant
People are as happy as they make their minds up to be. —Abraham Lincoln
Everything in the universe is a pitcher brimming with wisdom and beauty. —Mevlana Rumi
What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others. —Pericles
Famous Quotations on T-Shirts
Motivational and inspirational t-shirts from my CafePress Shop
The preceding Famous Quotations can be found at my store, GrowWear.com — casual attire and more with motivational and inspirational quotations — motivating others since 2005.
Joan's CafePress Shop
Bicycle on the Beach
Joan and her daughter are working on a CafePress shop with designs showcasing her daughter's photography. Featured below are note cards, a mug, and a tote from their Dog and Dolphin Gift Shop.
Bicycle on the Beach Large Mug
Price: 17.99 
Note Cards (Pk of 10)
Price: 14.99
Tote Bag
Price: 19.49
Joan Adams Walks The Talk
Yes! Joan Adams walks the talk. It's not because her life's always been a bed of roses. In fact, she's no more immune to tragedy than any of us. No, it's because she has chosen to live the best life she possibly can — and it shows! I am one of the many, many people who has gotten to know Joan online. She motivates me to be a better person, and I know she motivates others. She's a wise and wonderful human being. It is with pride that I call her my friend.
An ebook, written by Joan and her sister, Betty DeLorme (preceding picture, with Joan), is filled with 28 tips and techniques for banishing the blahs — those times when you feel down in the dumps, and the answers aren't coming for how to climb out. It's for people who refuse to wallow in self-pity — people who want to stop thoughts and feelings they know are not conducive to their goal of being positive. Banish The Blahs And Be Happy gives people the means to actively seek to be positive! It's very motivational — just like Joan, and I highly recommend adding it to your self-improvement and motivational ebook collection.
Image source: BanishTheBlahs.com
Poetry Inspires Joan
"Life for me ain't been no crystal stair"
Mother to Son (aka "Crystal Stair"), by Langston Hughes, is a poem that inspired Joan during a particularly rough time in life. She's published the poem on a lens; link follows later.
For this poem and other inspirational poetry, you might consider the following book from Amazon.
Leading from Within: Poetry That Sustains the Courage to Lead
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 07/05/2009)
List Price: $19.95
Product Description Leading from Within is a wonderful collection of ninety-three poems from well-loved poets, each of which is accompanied by a brief personal commentary from a leader explaining the significance and meaning of the poem in his or her life and work. The contributors represent a wide range of professions including Vanguard Group founder John Bogle, MoveOn.org cofounder Joan Blades, several members of Congress, Christian activist Brian McLaren, business guru Peter Senge, and many other leaders from business, medicine, education, nonprofits, law, politics and government, and religion. In their reflections, these leaders explore how they have been inspired by poets such as T.S. Eliot, Mary Oliver, William Stafford, Langston Hughes, Pablo Neruda, Robert Frost, Rumi, May Sarton, Wallace Stevens, Wendell Berry, and Rainer Maria Rilke.
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Betty and Nancy Speak About Joan
Joan's sisters graciously answered my questions
Nancy
What was Joan like as a little girl? Joan was the middle girl and we always tease her about being the Rebellious one. She always had a mind of her own and doesn't appreciate anyone telling her what to do. Of course, I must say that we are all like that to some degree so it must be hereditary.
What did she love to do as a child? As a young girl, she and her friend played dolls a lot in the vacant lot between the two houses. I remember that well since I was 4 years younger and my dolly and I weren't always welcomed. She had a Tiny Tears Doll. In her teenage years, she loved to dance especially shag and has always loved all kinds of music and of course, the boys. She was a majorette and I was so proud to watch her march with the band.
What makes you proud that she's your sister? Being the youngest of three girls, I have always admired my two older sisters. I was always proud of them and thought that both of them were perfect. I am so proud of what Joan has done with Squidoo. She has always had a talent for writing and it sure shows with her lenses.
What is the main lesson you've learned from Joan about life? I have learned a lot about life from my sister, Joan. It is hard to narrow it down to one specific lesson. I guess overall the main lesson would be to try to "make a difference" with my life. Joan has overcome obstacles and her life "ain't been no crystal stair" but she keeps on keeping on like the Little Train That Could as she says "I think I can, I think I can". She is very intelligent and keeps learning and growing everyday and she definitely "makes a difference". She used to tell us that she wanted these words on her tombstone: "Here lies Joan. She tried!"
Betty
What was Joan like as a little girl? Joan was "spunky!" And still is! She was probably the most daring of the three of the sisters...
What did she love to do as a child? Oh, we played paperdolls, games, school, dolls, colored, read, and in the summers, ran barefoot and enjoyed the cool water from the hose sprinkler! In early years, we lived in a small town with many relatives nearby, and they were in and out, constantly paying attention to the children.
What makes you proud that she's your sister? Joan is a SURVIVOR! She, and we as a family, had "bumps in the road." Despite it all, she "keeps on keeping on!" Joan has maintained a beautiful marriage and they raised two wonderful children. Now, she thoroughly enjoys the grandmother role in addition to writing - especially Squidoo!
What is the main lesson you've learned from Joan about life? Joan is an inspiration to me! We are truly "as different as night and day" but she daily influences my life. She works on positives, on growing and reading and learning and stretching and doing...and has taken me along for the ride! We don't always agree, and that is okay. She has truly broadened my horizons!
Nancy can be found at her blog, Oh Me, Oh My!, here at Squidoo, and as well as on Twitter. Betty is at her blog, Pinwheels, the Squidoo lens she wrote with Joan: Kids With Special Needs, and of course, Banish The Blahs.
Three Wonderful Sisters
The Happy Tate Girls — Nancy, Betty, and Joan
Image source: Joan AdamsCelebrating Sisterhood
Family name: Tate
During their growing-up years, Betty, Joan, and Nancy were known as The Tate Girls. They are all three over the age of 60 and still loving each other and still growing and learning. I am 51 yeas old and I see hope in that! I do not want to be sitting around twiddling my thumbs in a rocking chair; I want to continue to grow and learn and do! All three of these ladies are an inspiration!
Celebrate sisterhood with this inspirational book:
Chicken Soup for the Sister's Soul: 101 Inspirational Stories About Sisters and Their Changing Relationships (Chicken Soup for the Soul)
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 07/05/2009)
List Price: $14.95
Product Description: A celebration of the dynamic bond of sisterhood and the special role sisters play our lives and hearts.
This new Chicken Soup book offers a heartwarming and uplifting collection of stories that celebrate the lifelong bond of sisterhood.
Whether they share this special connection with someone through genetics or the heart, only a sister can understand the complex, deep and dynamic relationship they share with loved ones as they journey together through the stages of life.
For younger sisters who look up to an older one, older siblings who tolerate a younger sister tagging along, or the brother who knows full well that girls can wrestle as well as any boy can, this book celebrates the sisters in our lives. It conveys how sisters influence us during life's most defining moments: helping us face the schoolyard bully; providing wise counsel during our first crush and subsequent comfort after the breakup; and refusing to reveal intimate secrets to parents or friends.
With real-life stories from celebrities and everyday sisters-next-door, chapters include: On Love, Insights and Lessons, Sibling Rivalry, Overcoming Obstacles, The Bond Between Sisters, Sisters by Heart, On Family (Brothers, Too!), and Special Memories and Traditions.
While they may not live under the same roof, act in the same manner or even get along without an occasional spat, nothing creates a more special and lasting bond than sisterhood. Now there's a book to celebrate that bond.
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Celebrating Grandmothers
Joan loves being a grandmother
Being a grandmother myself, I know how Joan feels when she speaks about her grandchildren. They are very precious gifts.
Here is a book that is sure to help you make Grandma's house "The Place To Be":
The Little Big Book For Grandmothers
Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 07/05/2009)
List Price: $24.95
Product Description: Following the tremendous success of The Little Big Book For Moms and The Little Big Book For Dads, here is another charming book filled with fairy tales, poetry, nursery rhymes, songs, stories, words of wisdom, activities, finger games, and recipes to enchant and delight. The Little Big Book For Grandmothers is brimming with so many of the classic and favorite things a grandmother grew up with, and illustrated with charming vintage art she is sure to adore. Included are: 20 Fairy Tales: including The Little Mermaid, Thumbkin, Snow White and Red Rose, The Fisherman and His Wife, and Rupunzel; 16 Poems: such as Who Knows If The Moon's by e.e. cummings, The Sweetie Shop by Jessie Pope, and Robert Louis Stevenson's Good Children; 12 Nursery Rhymes: including such beloved classics as Goosey Goosey Gander, Old Mother Hubbard, and Sleep, Baby, Sleep; 14 Songs: including Baby Beluga, Little Red Caboose, Polly Wolly Doodle, and Big Rock Candy Mountain; 16 Old-Fashioned Games: from Tiddlywinks to Drop the Handkerchief; 5 Grandmother Stories: including A Tale Of Three Balloons by Mrs. Albert G. Latham and Marion Walton's Ned's Visit To His Grandmother; 10 Finger Games: such as Grandma's Glasses, Cabin In The Wood, Round the Garden, and The Beehive; 28 Activities: including Embroidered Bibs, a Crib Quilt, and a Family Tree to give to a new grandchild, as well as a Felt Flower Chain, Body Collage, and holiday activities to do with the little ones; 30 Recipes: everything a grandmother needs to indulge her grandchildren including Ice Cream Sundaes, Chocolate Fudge, Peach Cobbler, Lemon Squares, Strawberry Shortcake, Pecan Pie, Chocolate Layer Cake, and Classic Drinks.
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Joan is "Moonvine" on Twitter
Joan's latest Twitter posts
- Moonvine
- aka Joan Adams
- 4,337 followers
- 4,495 following
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- Halloween Directory on Squidoo... http://bit.ly/AG461
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- Reading Mystic Messenger and learning! http://www.squidoo.com/mystic-messenger
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- @Drifter0658 you are most welcome and most deserving!
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- I just updated my Squidoo page: Mystic Messenger / http://tinyurl.com/lp9b6m
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- @GypsyOwl wow, you sure make me feel good! thank you, my dear friend! #followfriday
What Twitterers Are Saying To Joan Now
Up-to-the-minute Tweets from Joan's Followers
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- Drifter0658
- @Moonvine ty so much for the gracious fly by and angel droppings :)
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- Tipigal
- Reading this: http://www.squidoo.com/personal-history "How to Write Your Personal History" by @Moonvine - Interesting! Thanks Joan!
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- Tipigal
- @Moonvine or @squidjoan Thanks for featuring Tip Is! I returned the kindness and am featuring Mistic Messenger http://www.squidoo.com/tipis
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Valentine's Day Greetings From Whitey
Joan's husband...
Valentine's Day Greetings From Randy
Joan's son
Valentine's Day Greetings From Kathy
Joan's daughter
More Beautiful Music
Oldies, but goodies!
Joan's Blog
Squidoo Kindergarten
One of Joan's blogs where she helps folks who are new to Squidoo.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byJoan Loves Life
See the world through her eyes
She has over 100 spectacular lenses on various topics. Start with her One Hundredth lens — where she celebrates a lifetime of music and family. (This is also the lens where you'll find the poem, Mother to Son.)
Lens Response From John Dilbeck
Joan had likened this lens to giving her flowers "while she can smell 'em."
Thank you, John Dilbeck!
Coming Soon: An interview with Joan herself! Right now, lots of us are competing in Giant Squids competitions and running for Giant Squid...things are in a rush. Very busy. Will get to the interview when things calm down a bit. Deadline for all events is June 30, 2009. So, some time after that.
All Golf's Kids
Teaching kids life skills through golf
All Golf's Kids assists, challenges and rewards "disadvantaged," underserved kids through the world of golf and private country club members.
Thanking Joan's Family
Have you met Joan?
Leave Joan a message
If you haven't met her, would you like to meet her? If you have met her, how has she influenced you? (I'm allowing all comments show that I can, because each visitor is a part of Joan's story as well.
jaye3000 wrote...
You must be a beautiful person,Joan...and you for creating such a thing for a friend. I'm looking forward to getting to know you two better! Best lens in a long time, thank you. :)
Posted June 22, 2009
Tipi wrote...
Have a positive-ly wonderful summer Joan and MiMi!
My best wishes!
Susie
Posted June 16, 2009
Shelly wrote
Was just thinking of how I enjoyed my last visit here and came for another helping of the love you're serving here--now my husband will have me singing "Only You" to him the next few days, he's ready for a new song or even no song I think.
Posted June 15, 2009
2knights wrote...
Hey Joan,
You sound like some awesome lady. I'm a another Joan. I climbed out of a deep depressive illness of 8-9 years ago. I work on myself daily to be the strong lady that I am now.and I love it! Never again will I return to that sad place again. I'm a Grandmother and am thoroughly enjoying this stage of life too. I'll be checking in on you...............cheers to you!
Posted June 14, 2009
qlcoach wrote...
Beautiful lens here. You have great Squdoo Power! Hope you will visit my lens too about emotional healing. Gary Eby, author and therapist. Bye the way, I saw the HBO series about John Adams---it was truly inspiring.
Posted May 30, 2009
blue22d wrote...
What a lovely way to show gratitude toward someone. This is truly inspiring and I just had to feature it at: visitingsquidoolenses. Five stars to ya.
Posted May 22, 2009
shevans wrote...
A wonderful inspiring lens with beautiful graphics as well. I truly enjoyed reading it.
Posted April 29, 2009
fotolady49 wrote...
What a wonderful tribute lens. I love the Squid Birthday Cake, great photo of it! And last but not least Happy Belated Birthday Joan!!! Hopefully you'll see this. thanks MiMi
Posted April 26, 2009
papawu wrote...
Love Ya Joan! My South Cackalacky girls Joan and Nancy have showed me love and support for my lenses pretty much from the start of my Squidoo lens creating. I have surely appreciated it and look forward to seeing their next 100 lenses. Rock on ladies!
Posted April 09, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to GrowWear yummy! it was a delicious cake! Thank you, Mimi!
Posted April 07, 2009
GrowWear wrote...
in reply to Shelly OK, Shelly. That cake is nice, for sure. Lucked out on it over at Flickr. :)
Posted April 05, 2009
Shelly wrote
Droppd by to wish Joan a Happy Brthday and was just arrested by the beautiful singing, the angelic voice of sister Sue--I thought I recognized that voice. I'll sent you my address so you can send a piece of that beautiful cake!
Posted April 01, 2009
Tipi wrote...
Mimi mimi mi! ...as I clear my throat! :)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JOAN...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!! ... and many more....
I hope that free lunch and dinner were terrific that I seen you tweet this a.m.
Posted April 01, 2009
OhMe wrote...
in reply to Joan4 Oh I love your cake. What fun! Hope you are having a great birthday!
Posted April 01, 2009
sittonbull wrote...
Happy Birthday Joan! Where did the years go? We were having so much fun at 15 & 16... and here we are already a 28 & 29!!!!!!!!! Hope you have a wonderful day! Like your Birthday Squake MiMi!
Posted April 01, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
What a fun Happy Birthday!!! Thank you, Mimi!! And thank you to all of you who have said such sweet things! I am deeply touched by all of these kind notes! You are all so special to me!
Posted April 01, 2009
Shelly wrote
Came over just to feel the love again and it's sweeter than ever! Those Valentine's messages...............
Posted February 27, 2009
KathyMcGraw wrote...
Wow, and double wow...nice way to pay it foreward. I loved reading all these things about Joan, and the Valentines from her kids was great :) I am meeting Joan, and her sister on Twitter, and love reading what they say :)
Posted February 18, 2009
lwhitelaw wrote...
Yes, I agree - I'm proud to say that Joan is a friend of mine and what a lovely and inspiring lady!
Posted February 14, 2009
Michey wrote...
It realy is beautiful tribute, Happy Valentine Mimi and Joan, have a lot of fun tomorrow!
Regards
Michey
Posted February 13, 2009
kathy wrote
Thank you Mimi for including us!!!!! Love it!
Posted February 13, 2009
Tipi wrote...
Oh, this is so special to have a Valentine's Party on this lens too. Happy Valentine's Day Joan and MiMi and all! - I love, love, LOVE you all!
Posted February 13, 2009
Michey wrote...
Happy Valentine Joan, you have a beautiful family, and friends, and you deserve all the attention you get today. You are not only an inspiration for your kids, you inspire everybody around you.
I wish you health and happiness around people you love.
Regards
Michey
Posted February 13, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to lakeerieartists For sure it is wonderful to have a friend like Mimi - and we have never actually met! Certainly we must meet "in real life" soon! This lens has been full of great surprises! It amazes me every time I look at it! Mimi, my sisters, my family and the comments. Each one precious and dear!
Posted February 13, 2009
lakeerieartists wrote...
Joan is a great person to be around. Happy Valentine's Day, Joan and isn't it great to have terrific friends like Mimi.
Posted February 13, 2009
mbgphoto wrote...
What an inspiration! The Valentines messages from your family are priceless!
Posted February 13, 2009
Jewelsofawe wrote...
I love the Valentine's greetings from her loved ones. Very special!
Posted February 13, 2009
KarenKay wrote...
What a super lens! We all love our "Moonvine"
Happy Valentines day to you and Whitey, and congratulations on your wonderful life!
Big Hugs!
KK
Posted February 13, 2009
mbrownauthor wrote...
What a wonderful tribute. Joan...you sound like a woman I'd like to have as a friend. Very inspiring!
Posted February 13, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to techtutor Thank you , Rob! and yes, that is truth! Rob convinced me to "check out Squidoo". Oh was he evermore right about that! I have been Squidoo-ing ever since! Thank you, Rob! That's one more wonderful thing that happened as a result of that Mastermind group! Squidoo is my venue! I love it!
(so kind of you, too, not to mention how terrible I was when you were trying to teach me how to do that web page! lol lol lol)
Posted February 13, 2009
techtutor wrote...
I met Joan online a little over a year ago and she continues to amaze me to this day. It seems like just yesterday that I was explaining to her what Squidoo was and now look how far she's come. Very inspirational. I even used her as an example to a group of entrepreneurs I was speaking to yesterday.
Posted February 13, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
Oh my! This is the best Valentine's Day ever! Thank you, Mimi, and thank you my precious family! I love you all and I am so very thankful! Wow and double wow!
Posted February 13, 2009
aj2008 wrote...
I love the family Valentine's Messages MiMi - what a great idea and a great gesture to your friend.
Posted February 13, 2009
Connie Rasbury wrote
What a special tribute to one of my favorite people and she just happens to be my cousin!!!
Thank you for recognizing what a difference she has made in so many lives. You must be a very special person yourself.
Posted February 13, 2009
OhMe wrote...
Oh MiMi, you continue to amaze me. What a great idea to add the beautiful Valentine Messages from Whitey, Randy and Kathy. I know this will mean so much to Joan. I am so proud to be Joan's sister and it makes me very happy every time I look at this tribute to her. Wonderful! Thank you, MiMi
Posted February 13, 2009
socialoccasions42 wrote...
Joan, I haven't met you yet...but I love what you stand for...how inspiring! YOU ROCK!
Posted January 28, 2009
sfxfantasy wrote...
We certainly need positive lenses like these that point out the good aspects of life one tends to forget these days. Keep up the great work!
Posted January 26, 2009
Tipi wrote...
Just wanted to stop in and see how things are going. Well, I see things are going great! - Keep on being so positive Joan, it's rubbing off on all of us! :)
Posted January 24, 2009
charlino wrote
I'm one of Joan's biggest fans.
Posted January 20, 2009
sittonbull wrote...
MiMi, I just have to keep coming back to this lens, not just because I know Joan and agree with all you say about her..., but also because I want that beautiful Karma that you display to continue to influence, infiltrate and rub off on me a little more with each visit. Testimony of positive influence in friendship is such a special tribute to offer for It bonds and fulfills that relationship so ... but then it also provides viral inspiration and challenge for all who witness. Barrages of thank yous... some written, some spoken, some implied and some just thought continue to be aimed your way for the feeling this testimony conjures into the soul of all who digest it. Unfortunately they won't let me rate you again, but suffice it to say, this stands alone at the top! My thank you is heartfelt and written now, but will be implied and thought at each subsequent reading.
Posted January 20, 2009
Frankster wrote...
A great tribute to a wonderful woman. I knew Joan was special when I met her as a Squidoo Activist. Her work there and her support of my efforts and others was positive. Thank you for sharing even more of her sunshine. Bear hugs, Frankie
Posted January 17, 2009
CrypticFragments wrote...
woohoo! look how famous our Joan has become!
Joan is a wonderful supportive friend...it's too bad she doesn't live in the same town as me!
Hi Joan! stay positive! (oddly enough the security word contains "goof" as part of it... coincidence???)
Posted January 17, 2009
MeganCasey wrote...
I am simply speechless. What a tribute, and what a testament to you both. -- Megan
Posted January 16, 2009
awelldressedbullet wrote...
What an absolutely wonderful lens and two absolutely wonderful gals; MiMi the author and Joan the "subject" LOL hey Joan, you're a subject now * blush * You are both very special people! - Kathy
Posted January 15, 2009
seedplanter wrote...
Woot-Woot!
I had to comment again, because this lens has risen to #5 in People! Hurray for MiMi for spotlighting such a wonderful person. Joan's the cream that rose to the top.
Posted January 14, 2009
bdkz wrote...
Joan is a true inspiration! 5 stars and a Squid Angel Blessing!
Posted January 14, 2009
Hayem wrote...
Being positive is a choice that we have to make everyday. I've given you a 5 star rating for your lens. Feel free to visit my lens on Armenian Singles and let me what do you think.thanks
Posted January 14, 2009
PosterChildSmile wrote...
Wow, you have a lot of people who love you, that's nice to see. A lovely lens!
Posted January 14, 2009
SideSplitters wrote...
Great idea for a lens, Joan is definitely a ray of sunshine here and on the forums!
Posted January 14, 2009
clouda9 wrote...
Beautiful tribute by a friend to one of her favorite people. Awesome share!
Posted January 13, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to Tipi You are right! I am still reeling and love every minute of it! What a treasure! What a beautiful thing to do for someone! I won't ever "get over it" for sure. Will continue to be one of my favorite memories -- the night I "clicked on" this lens to "check it out" for Mimi. lol lol Who woulda ever thought what was waiting for me here?
Posted January 13, 2009
Tipi wrote...
I don not see how you would ever get past being over-whelmed by this tribute, Joan the Moonvine! What a blessing! - Wonderful that you are and will be positive, and keep inspiring and impacting this world for the better!
Posted January 13, 2009
luvmyludwig wrote...
Joan was the first person other than my mom to check out my first lenses and her sister ohme was not far behind. They are really wonderful people and I know that after only 4 days on squidoo.
Posted January 13, 2009
MaryT wrote...
Incredible lens about an even greater gal. It is fun to read about a person adored by so many. I will have to get to know Joan more so I can be more like her!
Live Great!
Mary T
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Posted January 12, 2009
JaguarJulie wrote...
Yes, Joan is quite a remarkable woman that I've gotten to know too thanks to the wonders of Squidoo! You've done a wonderful tribute lens for such a positive force as Joan. And, to think that Joan also has great sisters!
Posted January 12, 2009
PaulHassing wrote...
A great lens idea, a moving tribute & an impressive display of this new Twitter caper. I must get my act together on that score. Well done! P. :)
Posted January 12, 2009
mosaic wrote...
Great lens! You've put in a lot of thought on this lens. The quality and sentimentality (is that a word?) really shines through.
Posted January 12, 2009
Susan52 wrote...
What an absolutely wonderful lens! I don't know what to say that hasn't already been said, but both Mimi and Joan are hero material for sure! Blessings!
Posted January 11, 2009
LolaLollipop wrote...
I dig the lens! Thanks for checking out my blog...very much appreciated!
Posted January 11, 2009
Jewelsofawe wrote...
I like Joan alot. She is good people. Great lens on her and nice getting to know her even more.
Posted January 10, 2009
a_willow wrote...
You are such a great friend! And I gotta admit, Joan is wonderful person!
Posted January 10, 2009
mukunda22 wrote...
Joan dear, I stumbled upon this wonderful tribute to you and wanted to add my love and adoration of you, too!!
It is really special to see the support come forth for you and yours!
And your love beams forth to all!!
Thank you!!
Posted January 09, 2009
johndilbeck wrote...
Good morning Mimi.
You made my day. I loved reading this lens. I have enjoyed getting to know Joan and her sisters and now you've made a wonderful tribute to a very special person.
Joan, you deserve it. Smell your flowers now!
Act on your dream!
JD
Posted January 09, 2009
jacquelinestone wrote...
What a wonderful lens on a wonderful woman. Joan is an inspiration and a delight. I couldn't be more pleased to see her getting this recognition.
Posted January 08, 2009
GrowWear wrote...
in reply to Joan4 Wouldn't it be great if we all gave "flowers" to everyone we know and meet "while they can smell 'em"?
Posted January 07, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to OhMe Amen! and so do you, Mimi! wow! Such lessons in your creation of this lens - for all of us. I continue to be deeply touched by each comment. My mama used to say "give me my flowers while I can smell 'em". I thank you and your guests for "giving me my flowers while I can smell 'em" for sure, for sure! What a gift!
Posted January 07, 2009
Michey wrote...
This is an excellent lens about a fabulous personality. I realize the power, the positivism and the unconditional love of Joan from her 100 lens. It also strikes me how casually she makes long term plans, when girls 1/2 of her age have no idea what they are going to do tomorrow. Yes, Joan life is an inspiration, and her love of life is a lesson.
Mimi, I don't know you; but I am glad I meet you on this lens. You made the lens out of love, and friendship and now I know and appreciate your values.
All the best to Joan and Mimi
Michey
Posted January 07, 2009
EverythingMouse wrote...
What a wonderful tribute to a very special person. You a both very special members of the Squidoo extended family! Blessings to you
Posted January 07, 2009
GrowWear wrote...
in reply to Heather Such a truth: Joan does make everyone a better person!
Posted January 07, 2009
Heather wrote
How proud I am to call you my friend! You are all those wonderful things everyone said and more. Kathy & Adam, Randy & Monica (and kids) , and Whitey are so very lucky to have you in their lives!!!! You make everyone a better person. I feel blessed that you are apart of my life. Thank you. Love ya!
Posted January 07, 2009
elliespark wrote...
Beautiful dedication to a friend, and very inspiring lens!! Thank you for creating this page for such a lovely person... :]
Posted January 07, 2009
mulberry wrote
What a nice tribute, and so deserving! Joan, you are a certainly a bright spot anywhere you turn up.
Posted January 07, 2009
Shelly wrote
Well, Tipi sent me this link, and I can see why! What a lovely gift this tribute is....I think I hear music playing........ there is harmony where ever Joan goes! This is just precious, so well done!
Posted January 06, 2009
chefkeem wrote...
It doesn't get any better than this - a splendid lens about a magnificent lady! A tip o' th' toque to MiMi and Joan! 5*s and a super-hearty SquidAngel Blessing! :)
Posted January 06, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to GrowWear Second Life is a fun imaginary world where you can make real friends! I don't really "roam around" out there without one of my friends to guide me. So join and look for Moonvine Blessed (me). We will come up with a specified time and place - maybe get a bunch of Squidoo folk out there!
Posted January 06, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to magicpocketz Oh yes, Second Life was such fun and such an addiction! Of course, I well remember dancing in Big Ben! and touring in the boat (wasn't that Scotland?) and one night when we all rode the bull at some seaside bar!! We really need to do that again at specified times. I cannot possibly go out there every night, but once a week would be fun!
and yes yes, Mimi, you must join us! These gals know all the fun spots!
Posted January 06, 2009
magicpocketz wrote...
in reply to Joan4 *grins really HUGE* I remember when Joan/Moonvine lamented about not looking like her real self on SL. What a kick! I really miss Pat's Island... We would sit for hours and talk about everything and nothing all at the same time. Remember when I took you dancing inside Big Ben, Joan? Wheeeeee!
Posted January 06, 2009
BigGirlBlue wrote...
What a great dedication to a marvellous lensmaster. I didn't recognize "moonvine" in the intro photo! LOL Best wishes
Posted January 06, 2009
GrowWear wrote...
in reply to Joan4 That's hilarious. You and Barb make Second Life sound like great fun! :D
Posted January 06, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
in reply to Barb/ostara Oh Barb! I had forgotten that! lol lol lol now my avatar looks like I am about 25, thanks to you! lol what fun!
Posted January 06, 2009
Barb/ostara wrote
Joan is one of my favourite online friends. Odd, how we can feel so connected to people we've never met face to face, isn't it? I first met Joan in Second Life at Pat O'bryan's Portable Empire Island. Those who were there will remember a floating oasis with chairs and TV room on one floor, a private meeting room on the next and a lovely fountain and glade on the third floor. Moonvine and I were up on the third floor one night 'changing'. I was trying on new clothes and Moonvine was - well - changing. Changing shape. She was growing a bigger butt etc. I said "Moonvine! What on Earth are you doing?!" She told me she was trying to make her avatar look more like her real life self. I said she could look anyway she wanted - this was Second Life. Pat arrived in the midst of all this and asked what was going on. We told him we were 'changing'. "Oh - sorry" he said, and left. We kicked him off his own roof!
In Real Life or Second Life, Joan/Moonvine is a beautiful person.
Posted January 06, 2009
naturegirl7 wrote...
Beautifully written lens about a beautiful person. I enjoyed reading about Joan, a truly genteel, southern lady.
Posted January 06, 2009
aj2008 wrote...
Mimi, what a lovely lens and what a lovely gesture. It is such a good thing to publicly express appreciation of another human being, we dont do it enough!
Posted January 06, 2009
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