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Sunday, March 29, 2026
Anger, Forgiveness
Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to visit me here! I really appreciate you all so much!
Here are today's picks, which I hope will brighten your day.
If cats could talk, they wouldn't. :) - Nan Porter
A Style Photography
Cats choose us, we don't own them. - Kristen Cast
The Honest Kitchen
You will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished by your anger. - Buddha
Purrs of Wisdom with Ingrid King
An action committed in anger is an action doomed to failure. - Genghis Khan
Quotographed
Where there is anger, there is always pain underneath. - Eckhart Tolle
Fenix & Friends
The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest.
Marriage dot com
Anger begets more anger, and forgiveness and love lead to more forgiveness and love. - Mahavira
Reader's Digest
Forgiveness is not an occasional act; it is a permanent attitude. - Martin Luther King, Jr.
Heartlight
Forgiveness means setting the captive bird free...then realizing...you have been the captive bird!
Heartlight
An elephant taught me to remember gently, forgive deeply and stand strong in love.
Animal Thoughts
Anger doesn't solve anything. It builds nothing, but it can destroy everything. - Lawrence Douglas Wilder
If you care about the relationship, cool down before you speak. Because when you blurt, you hurt. - Unknown
Instead of wasting my energy on hate and resentment, I'd rather invest my energy in love and contentment.
Karen Salmansohn
The act of forgiveness takes place in our own mind. It really has nothing to do with the other person. - Louise Hay
Little Yellow Star
Forgiveness is above all a personal choice, a decision of the heart to go against natural instinct to pay back evil with evil. - Pope John Paul II
Soulveda
Forgiveness is letting go and letting love heal. - William DeFoore
Anger Management
When you choose to forgive those who have hurt you, you take away their power.
Karen Salmansohn
Forgiveness must be immediate, whether or not a person asks for it. Trust must be rebuilt over time. Trust requires a track record. - Rick Warren
QuotesGram
I always forgive my enemies. Nothing enrages them more. :) - Felix Grendon
Reader's Digest
Forgiveness...anyone can hold a grudge, but it takes a person with character to forgive. When you forgive, you release yourself from a painful burden. Forgiveness doesn't mean what happened was OK, and it doesn't mean that person should still be welcome in your life. It just means you have made peace with the pain, and are ready to let it go.
Happiness in Your Life
The following photos are my own, which I took with my cellphone. You can click on any image to see a larger view. I have mentioned in a few of my previous posts that one of my favourite stores is Dollarama! It is a large Canadian discount store with approximately 1,700 locations across Canada! Their prices and selection are great and they often bring in new products as well.
This one is a Pantene shampoo, but a fortifying damage repair version. This product is made in Thailand and cost $5.00 at Dollarama. I am sure this product sells for much more than $5.00 at other stores! I have not tried this yet, but I will perhaps let you all know in a future post after I have tried it.
I also purchased these following products at Dollarama, they are all body wash items. Zest, Simile and Live Clean. I have tried the Zest and Live Clean, I really like these products. I have not yet tried the Simile. I stopped using bar soap over 10 years ago, as my skin is sensitive and dry (which is why I don't wear makeup), so the body wash is great in that it keeps my skin moisturized. I believe I paid between $4.00 and $5.00 for each one! Thus far, the highest price of any item at Dollarama is $5.00. Of course this may change as costs begin to skyrocket on everything everywhere. However, I am extremely grateful for Dollarama, because I am able to purchase items (for example, $5.00, whereas the cost of the same item, same brand name and size, can be $8.00 or more at other stores!) One example...I purchased a brand name hair brush at Dollarama and paid $5.00. I saw the exact same item, same brand and size at another store...$18.00!!!
This last item is yet another thing that I purchased at Dollarama for just $2.00! It is a pouch which can be used to store makeup, pencils or pens or small tools, very useful! I love the Canada maple leafs and patterns on this pouch! The reason I feel that Dollarama is able to offer such competitive prices is because they have so many stores! This is very good for them, because they can purchase a very large quantity of items and be able, as a result, to get better prices on each item. And they transfer the savings to their customers. I absolutely love Dollarama! Although not every single item is cheaper than in other stores, I find so many things that are, which makes it worth it for me.
You don't have to be a star - Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. (both formerly from the group The 5th Dimension) They are a lovely christian couple who have been married for 56 years and are now in their 80s. Billy Davis Jr. is now a church minister.
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I love the quotes on anger and forgiveness! I myself have carried loads of anger and resentment in my younger days and I have slowly let them go and forgiven (though not forgotten). It is true that anger, hate and resentment is a toxin that only poisons the one who keeps those feelings in their heart.
I like the idea of remembering gently and forgiving. It's OK not to forget, but bitterness and anger will eat us up inside. During a long ago psych class, I learned that anger is always a secondary emotion and is covering up something else. Getting to that inner emotion and dealing with it requires courage and determination at times. I'm not an angry person at all although there seem to be many of them in the world these days.
I don't believe in Budda - but I do like this wise statement: You will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished by your anger. - Buddha Also, I listened to those two videos on food from the bible. I went out and bought some things today! We'll see.
morning greetings from kuala lumpur! today is 1st day of school opening after the one week festival break (muslim aidifitri celebration). university has also resumed face-to-face class today, but my classes are scheduled tomorrow (5 hours). so nice reading your sharing about the price items in Dollarama. good place to shop for necessities indeed! in my place, there are quite a number of hypermarts which offer good price but again depending on the items that we want to buy. living cost in Malaysia is quite high (for food items/groceries) compared to salary paid, but we always must count our blessings as our countries (Malaysia and Canada) is peaceful place to live in :) for today, i choose this quote: The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest.... i love the pouch that you bought! i love maple leaves design, after all, the trees are not grown in my country. till then, take care dear Linda!
"The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest." I love that! Especially the last line. ❤️
Oh, Linda, all the memes about forgiveness are a reminder that this is our super power, healing not only the one who needs the forgiving, but healing our hurting hearts. I'm so glad you decided to include Echo Park, too. Such a lovely, reflective song. Of course, the flower-bringing kitty stole my heart. Blessings always!
These sayings and words of wisdom are fantastic; you can never read enough of them. It's great to have a shop like this; we don't have these brands here. Have a good week! hugs Elke
Dear Linda, I like to go to stores such as Dollarama too. Here we have a shop chain where they sell almost all items at MYR 2.80 nett which is very affordable. I think the concept is similar to Dollarama. Have a good week ahead 💕
Plein de bon sens, mais pourtant qui n'a jamais éprouvé de la colère ? Le plus grave, ce sont les gens qui l'alimentent, la nourrissent... Ceux là brûlent leur propre vie. Bonne journée Linda.
Linda, I love the quote with the elephant. ❤️ I also use the Pantene shampoo brand, but I've not seen that one before. Thank you for your wonderful post and have a beautiful week!
If cats could talk, they wouldn't? I don't believe that. While they say a lot with their eyes and body, my girl has also started to yell at me if there's something she's not happy about 😂
Dearest Linda, Every quote you've chosen is a moment to reflect to me, and to end with a smile, is the best way to start my week, thank you! Have a lovely Monday and new week Sending much love to you XO Daniela @ ~ My little old world ~
These are all so true about anger and forgiveness. I used to love shopping at Dollar Tree until they started putting higher priced items in the store and raising all the dollar items. It wasn't so much about the price as it was that they aren't offering as many items that I find appealing
Cats sure act as if they own the place :) The video of the man in the ATM, made me remeber that we used to joke in uni that there was an elf inside the computers pushing some buttons :) Have a lovely week!
Tis works in my life: "The act of forgiveness takes place in our own mind. It really has nothing to do with the other person." ❤️ I'm fortunate because I don't get angry easily nor quickly. I can let go of (possible) anger or resentment in my own time.
Forgiveness means setting the captive bird free...then realizing...you have been the captive bird! This one really spoke to me. We have Dollar General and a couple of other stores that sound like your Dollarama. I agree they are able to offer such discounts because of the amount of bulk they are able to purchase. Enjoy your day, Linda!
Dear Linda, it is difficult sometimes not to get angry, so many nnuisances sometimes, but you are right it does not solve any problem! Last September I have been to Vancouver for holidays and we went to Dollarama ! It is a amazing store, very cheap with so many things! Hope we can have one here! Cheers, Sylvie
Hello, Wise words and quotes on anger and forgiveness. Looks like you got some great deals at the Dollarama. Take care, have a great day! Have a wonderful week ahead.
Oh these came at a good time. I pinned several to share with my great-niece. She had some hurt/trauma from her step dad growing up. She is in her late 20's won't let it go. It is ruining her and she will never get validation or vindication from him. It's just so sad.
I rather keep silent, too... and reckon I´m the strongest... and the happiest. Blurt and hurt... it happens! We are but beings... The taking away power is a strong aspect, too! We have Mc Geiz aka Mc Frugal - I love it, too and your pouch, awww... and the cat! And... to being! Much love and sunny hugs to you!
I do ever so love body washes, I never have just one, but usually about ten LOL Dove is my go to brand because it leaves skin so moist and hydrated, I bet your peach one smells lovely, I actually have a bottle of Dove's White Peach body wash which my sister sent me from USA a year ago, we don't have that particular aroma here in Europe. I do ever so love cheap stores as well, that is where I buy all my cosmetics and household cleaning stuff.
Estas frases sobre la ira y el perdón que nos dejas que parecen tan obvias lo difícil que son de llevar a cabo y si las llevásemos a cabo seguro la vida sería mas fácil. De los productos que compraste solo el champo me es conocido y creo que aquí lo tenemos mas o menos a ese mismo precio. De los videos he de decir que el del cajero me parece impactante y el del gato regalando flores enternecedor.
I remember Marilyn McDoo and Billy Davis Jr.! Nice to know they're still going strong in their 80s! Great video about saving the octopus and her eggs too. And I just LOVE the video about the cat who brings the flowers to her human!
I remember Zest bar soap from when I was a kid. It had a very pleasant scent and it's what we used at home. I use Live Clean liquid hand soap and it is a very good brand.
I like Dollarama too -- they have a great selection of almost everything you can think of!
It is so true that holding onto anger is a heavy burden and that forgiveness is really a gift we give to our own hearts. Those Dollarama finds are quite impressive, especially when you can find a name-brand brush for such a small fraction of the usual price.
Dear Linda! A very beautiful post! Anger is a strong, often destructive emotion stemming from frustration or hurt, which distances one from peace of mind, while forgiveness is a conscious decision to release resentment and refrain from retaliation. Forgiveness is a path to reconciliation and regaining inner freedom, while prolonged anger often leads to hatred. Spring greetings:)
Se os gatos pudessem falar realmente eles não falariam: a mais pura e simples verdade!!! Parecem ótimos produtos, não conhecia nenhum deles e fiquei entusiasmada em adquiri'-los. Aproveito para desejar uma linda semana Pascal!!
Mnoho hezkých citátů o kočkách a tak mě napadlo: je chov domácích mazlíčků v Kanadě rozšířen? U nás má asi nejvíc lidí doma psa různých plemen. Zaujal mě tvůj nákup, znám šampon Pantene, tak budu zvědavá, jak se ti osvědčil... Po pravdě, spíše záleží, jak kvalitní má člověk vlasy. Nikdy jsem si nestěžovala na vlasy a tak si kupuji šampon kopřivový nebo březový naší výroby. Také si myslím, že zdravotní stav se odrazí i na vlasech. 😉
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This quote is so true. Anger doesn't solve anything. It builds nothing, but it can destroy everything. - Lawrence Douglas Wilder
ReplyDeleteI love that pouch.
God bless.
This quote... "If cats could talk, they wouldn't." :) - Nan Porter CRACKED ME UP! I would be a cat sometimes if I could do this. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the pouch!
So many good thoughts on anger and forgiveness today.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr - didn't know they were married and he a minister.
If cats could talk, they wouldn't. I love it. I am still laughing.
ReplyDelete...Linda, Nan Porter knows a thing or two. Most of us talk too much!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the quotes on anger and forgiveness! I myself have carried loads of anger and resentment in my younger days and I have slowly let them go and forgiven (though not forgotten). It is true that anger, hate and resentment is a toxin that only poisons the one who keeps those feelings in their heart.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of remembering gently and forgiving. It's OK not to forget, but bitterness and anger will eat us up inside. During a long ago psych class, I learned that anger is always a secondary emotion and is covering up something else. Getting to that inner emotion and dealing with it requires courage and determination at times. I'm not an angry person at all although there seem to be many of them in the world these days.
ReplyDeleteThat is a neat pouch. Forgiveness is a gift we give to ourselves. I would like your Dollarama store, Linda.
ReplyDeleteBelinda
Uno siempre debe perdonar para poder seguir. Me gustaron los videos. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteI don't believe in Budda - but I do like this wise statement:
ReplyDeleteYou will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished by your anger. - Buddha
Also, I listened to those two videos on food from the bible. I went out and bought some things today! We'll see.
By coincidence my reading this morning was on forgiveness.
ReplyDeleteDollarama is a great place to get certain items for less. We must have half a dozen here and there in our relatively small city💗
morning greetings from kuala lumpur! today is 1st day of school opening after the one week festival break (muslim aidifitri celebration). university has also resumed face-to-face class today, but my classes are scheduled tomorrow (5 hours). so nice reading your sharing about the price items in Dollarama. good place to shop for necessities indeed! in my place, there are quite a number of hypermarts which offer good price but again depending on the items that we want to buy. living cost in Malaysia is quite high (for food items/groceries) compared to salary paid, but we always must count our blessings as our countries (Malaysia and Canada) is peaceful place to live in :) for today, i choose this quote: The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest.... i love the pouch that you bought! i love maple leaves design, after all, the trees are not grown in my country. till then, take care dear Linda!
ReplyDeleteAmazing octopus video!
ReplyDeleteThe ATM joke was quite good and the octopus was rather interesting.
ReplyDeleteWe have Dollar Tree here. I shop there frequently.
ReplyDeleteI like all the animal themed memes.
ReplyDeleteWonderful quotes as usual. I like the Eckert Tolle quote and the last one if cat's could talk. Thanks for the sunshine,
ReplyDeleteEvery meme you found about forgiveness is true, true, true! Always a joy to visit with you here!! xo
ReplyDelete"The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest." I love that! Especially the last line. ❤️
ReplyDeleteSo much truth in a lot of these quotes. Thanks for sharing them.
ReplyDeleteOh, Linda, all the memes about forgiveness are a reminder that this is our super power, healing not only the one who needs the forgiving, but healing our hurting hearts. I'm so glad you decided to include Echo Park, too. Such a lovely, reflective song. Of course, the flower-bringing kitty stole my heart. Blessings always!
ReplyDeleteLovely sentiments and delightful videos. Thank you, my dear. Hugs and blessings.
ReplyDeleteWe use Pantene. It is a high-priced brand here.
ReplyDeleteSo true and uplifting all the quotes. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBlessings
You found some great products at the Dollarama, Linda. Thank you for sharing your wonderful haul and the inspiring quotes . Blessings.
ReplyDeleteNice memes. Have never used Pantene, it's in our supermarket.
ReplyDeleteJust a laugh is a good one...lol
These sayings and words of wisdom are fantastic; you can never read enough of them.
ReplyDeleteIt's great to have a shop like this; we don't have these brands here.
Have a good week!
hugs Elke
Anger doesn't solve anything. It builds nothing, but it can destroy everything. - Lawrence Douglas Wilder That's my favourite today!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, I like to go to stores such as Dollarama too. Here we have a shop chain where they sell almost all items at MYR 2.80 nett which is very affordable. I think the concept is similar to Dollarama.
ReplyDeleteHave a good week ahead 💕
So wise words! love your post!
ReplyDeleteCats wouldn't lower themselves to speak human.
ReplyDeletePlein de bon sens, mais pourtant qui n'a jamais éprouvé de la colère ?
ReplyDeleteLe plus grave, ce sont les gens qui l'alimentent, la nourrissent...
Ceux là brûlent leur propre vie.
Bonne journée Linda.
This is so true: "When you choose to forgive those who have hurt you, you take away their power."
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week!
Linda, I love the quote with the elephant. ❤️ I also use the Pantene shampoo brand, but I've not seen that one before. Thank you for your wonderful post and have a beautiful week!
ReplyDeleteI love "if cats could talk, they wouldn't." I'm better now about not speaking when I'm upset, but I have to remind myself.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie
agree😊
ReplyDeleteGreat quotes and a hard one to learn to forgive and let go Still practising lol We have pantene here as well and love the pouch
ReplyDeleteIf cats could talk, they wouldn't? I don't believe that. While they say a lot with their eyes and body, my girl has also started to yell at me if there's something she's not happy about 😂
ReplyDeleteDearest Linda,
ReplyDeleteEvery quote you've chosen is a moment to reflect to me, and to end with a smile, is the best way to start my week, thank you!
Have a lovely Monday and new week
Sending much love to you
XO Daniela @ ~ My little old world ~
Where there's anger, there's pain beneath. I liked that particularly. But pain doesn't justify anger, no doubt.
ReplyDeleteI use Pantène as well, Linda, for my hair.
ReplyDeleteGreat, the gag!
Lie(f)s.
These are all so true about anger and forgiveness.
ReplyDeleteI used to love shopping at Dollar Tree until they started putting higher priced items in the store and raising all the dollar items. It wasn't so much about the price as it was that they aren't offering as many items that I find appealing
Cats sure act as if they own the place :)
ReplyDeleteThe video of the man in the ATM, made me remeber that we used to joke in uni that there was an elf inside the computers pushing some buttons :)
Have a lovely week!
Nice bargains and Dollarama is a nice name.
ReplyDeleteTis works in my life:
"The act of forgiveness takes place in our own mind. It really has nothing to do with the other person." ❤️
I'm fortunate because I don't get angry easily nor quickly.
I can let go of (possible) anger or resentment in my own time.
Anger and forgiveness: one is more easily accomplished than the other.
ReplyDeleteForgiveness means setting the captive bird free...then realizing...you have been the captive bird! This one really spoke to me. We have Dollar General and a couple of other stores that sound like your Dollarama. I agree they are able to offer such discounts because of the amount of bulk they are able to purchase. Enjoy your day, Linda!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, it is difficult sometimes not to get angry, so many nnuisances sometimes, but you are right it does not solve any problem!
ReplyDeleteLast September I have been to Vancouver for holidays and we went to Dollarama ! It is a amazing store, very cheap with so many things! Hope we can have one here! Cheers, Sylvie
Hello,
ReplyDeleteWise words and quotes on anger and forgiveness.
Looks like you got some great deals at the Dollarama.
Take care, have a great day! Have a wonderful week ahead.
Great post and videos. Madeline
ReplyDeleteOh these came at a good time. I pinned several to share with my great-niece. She had some hurt/trauma from her step dad growing up. She is in her late 20's won't let it go. It is ruining her and she will never get validation or vindication from him. It's just so sad.
ReplyDeleteI rather keep silent, too... and reckon I´m the strongest... and the happiest.
ReplyDeleteBlurt and hurt... it happens! We are but beings...
The taking away power is a strong aspect, too!
We have Mc Geiz aka Mc Frugal - I love it, too and your pouch, awww... and the cat! And... to being!
Much love and sunny hugs to you!
I do ever so love body washes, I never have just one, but usually about ten LOL Dove is my go to brand because it leaves skin so moist and hydrated, I bet your peach one smells lovely, I actually have a bottle of Dove's White Peach body wash which my sister sent me from USA a year ago, we don't have that particular aroma here in Europe. I do ever so love cheap stores as well, that is where I buy all my cosmetics and household cleaning stuff.
ReplyDeleteEstas frases sobre la ira y el perdón que nos dejas que parecen tan obvias lo difícil que son de llevar a cabo y si las llevásemos a cabo seguro la vida sería mas fácil.
ReplyDeleteDe los productos que compraste solo el champo me es conocido y creo que aquí lo tenemos mas o menos a ese mismo precio.
De los videos he de decir que el del cajero me parece impactante y el del gato regalando flores enternecedor.
Saludos.
Thank you. This morning I am not so much angry as annoyed, but by substituting one word for another I was able to move on a little bit.
ReplyDeleteI remember Marilyn McDoo and Billy Davis Jr.! Nice to know they're still going strong in their 80s! Great video about saving the octopus and her eggs too. And I just LOVE the video about the cat who brings the flowers to her human!
ReplyDeleteI remember Zest bar soap from when I was a kid. It had a very pleasant scent and it's what we used at home. I use Live Clean liquid hand soap and it is a very good brand.
I like Dollarama too -- they have a great selection of almost everything you can think of!
It is so true that holding onto anger is a heavy burden and that forgiveness is really a gift we give to our own hearts. Those Dollarama finds are quite impressive, especially when you can find a name-brand brush for such a small fraction of the usual price.
ReplyDeleteYou got some good deals. There are things I don't forgive. I probably should, but I don't.
ReplyDeleteYou have written a very delightful post. I really liked it.
ReplyDeleteto forgive is divine
ReplyDeletenice post!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda!
ReplyDeleteA very beautiful post! Anger is a strong, often destructive emotion stemming from frustration or hurt, which distances one from peace of mind, while forgiveness is a conscious decision to release resentment and refrain from retaliation.
Forgiveness is a path to reconciliation and regaining inner freedom, while prolonged anger often leads to hatred.
Spring greetings:)
Happy New Week my friend,
ReplyDeleteA very good post today, a lot of good quotes to learn from.
xo
Carla
Anger is a difficult emotion...
ReplyDeleteThese are great Linda :-D So many moving quotes :-D Pantene never worked for me, it always dried my hair!
ReplyDeleteSe os gatos pudessem falar realmente eles não falariam: a mais pura e simples verdade!!!
ReplyDeleteParecem ótimos produtos, não conhecia nenhum deles e fiquei entusiasmada em adquiri'-los.
Aproveito para desejar uma linda semana Pascal!!
Nice quotes, Linda. Forgiveness is so important.
ReplyDeleteI love it :)
ReplyDeleteHello Linda and thank you for the wonderful selection of quotes/sayings.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy using the products you've purchased from Dollarama.
My good wishes.
All the best Jan
I am also a Dollarama fan. I love their seasonal decor, stationery, and party supplied!
ReplyDeleteThe fake chocolate bunnies in my blog post this week were from Dollarama.
Mnoho hezkých citátů o kočkách a tak mě napadlo: je chov domácích mazlíčků v Kanadě rozšířen? U nás má asi nejvíc lidí doma psa různých plemen.
ReplyDeleteZaujal mě tvůj nákup, znám šampon Pantene, tak budu zvědavá, jak se ti osvědčil... Po pravdě, spíše záleží, jak kvalitní má člověk vlasy. Nikdy jsem si nestěžovala na vlasy a tak si kupuji šampon kopřivový nebo březový naší výroby. Také si myslím, že zdravotní stav se odrazí i na vlasech. 😉
Wonderful quotes and images. Have a wonderful week, Linda.
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