Comments on: Simple Ways to Live a Luxurious Life

By: LeAnne

LeAnne

Oh my goodness! I can’t believe your “friend” said that to you! How hurtful and disrespectful.

I’m so proud of you for figuring out your priorities and holding onto them, regardless of what other people think.

I love the ways that you are living a luxurious life and that you share these wonderful ideas with others, with me.

I also love that everything I read from you is encouraging, when it’s easy to be discouraged in this world.

You are a gem, CoCo–a beautiful treasure like the beautiful ring you wear–and I am grateful that our paths have crossed.

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From the Front Porch –

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By: Donna

Donna

While reading your post I wondered what those bloggers would say about my Dollar Tree DIYs, lol!! Oh well, I love adding luxury to my life with budget items that look great! Thanks for sharing your ideas of what luxury means to you! Happy Day, Donna

By: CoCo

CoCo

In reply to Trish. What an incredibly kind and thoughtful think to say, Trish, thank you so much. I hope your Mother's Day weekend was filled with amazing little gifts and everything you needed it to be. Hugs, CoCo

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By: Trish

Trish

Thank you so much for sharing his wisdom… it is my favorite Mother’s Day gift to date!

By: Anna

Anna

CoCo – I love that you always take the high road. So often, people who make unkind remarks like this are unhappy souls. I try to remind myself of that in these situations. (Although it is difficult). I try to find compassion for someone who is clearly unhappy.

One of the things I love about the south is that there is an intentionality to how things are done. For example, using linen napkins instead of paper napkins. Taking the time to set the table. Making sure there are fresh flowers in the house. Simple things – that aren’t expensive and usually don’t take much time – which make your life feel luxurious. I love this post and your insight into the situation.

After all, we deserve to live a luxurious life and it doesn’t have to cost a penny.
I can hear your grandmother cheering for you in heaven.

By: Kim | Shiplap and Shells

Kim | Shiplap and Shells

What a beautiful post CoCo. Thank you for the reminder. I’m not only sad that someone would make such a mean-spirited comment like that about your ring. But I was horrified to hear that your fellow bloggers would talk the way they did. I feel rich every day, and it’s not because of money. Hugs to you my friend.

By: Cara

Cara

I would like to say first CoCo, I am sharing this on Whimsy Home Wednesday. Some folks need reminders on what is acceptable to say to others.

My husband and I save our money and rehab our home as we can pay cash for repairs and updates. We do not take out loans, it is just the way we do things around here. A “friend” commented when we were looking into adoption, they would allow you to adopt with your home looking like this? Later, her aunt and sister commented about our home, but once they found where we were living, had no more comments. While I admit, there are some rooms out of date, our home is always clean, and we take care of what we have. We live in a very nice neighborhood which allowed us to purchase lower since the home needed so many updates. My 100 year old grandmother loved our home when she walked in. Yes, it looked to be decorated by a granny of her age, but hey, that is all back in now. I was hurt by her comments, and those of other friends, “why can’t you just take out a loan and get it all done at once.” After I fell ill and had to quit working, those friends who commented about our home do not even speak to me. Apparently we do not fit in, but that is ok with me. Who needs friends like that? Your post resonated with me on so many levels, I knew I had to share it. Thank you for being such a wonderful and humble being.

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By: Elizabeth@pineconesandacorns

Elizabeth@pineconesandacorns

Coco, I have to admit that I am floored by the ring comment and the other comments made at the blog conference. The irony of the JCrew comment is that many bloggers “buy” clothes, try them on, take photos and send them all back just so they look like they are making money and creating content as well.
I sincerely hope that you do not associate with any of these people.
With age many of these people will hopefully realize that all of the stuff in the world does not make you happy nor it is as valuable as the memories you make with your family and real friends.

I love this post and all of your wisdom. Thank you for sharing the good and the bad. Have a wonderful weekend.

By: Rachel Harper

Rachel Harper

CoCo,
It’s amazing how hurtful words can be, and it seems we only remember the hurtful ones. The uplifting words vanish in the wake of something negative. I love how you express your feelings here as a lesson for us all.

By: CoCo

CoCo

In reply to Rachel-The Antiqued Journey. I feel the same way, Rachel! You can't put a price on a happy and stable life. Sending you lots of hugs today. May you find little luxuries from start to finish, CoCo

By: Rachel-The Antiqued Journey

Rachel-The Antiqued Journey

This is such a beautifully written post, CoCo!! I think being financially stable and happy is worth more than any money in the world. Even if someday we do come into loads of money, I will still shop at the thrift store and finds deals on daily items because that is what makes me happy. Thanks so much for writing this, friend!!

By: CoCo

CoCo

In reply to Nancy. I love this Pretty Woman story, Nancy. Thank you so much for sharing it! It's so cool you were able to make the same necklace. I hope every time you wear it you feel like a rockstar woman who knows her worth! I'm definitely cheering you on. Big hugs, CoCo