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“People say grass is greener on the other side of the fence. It’s green where you water it, so water what’s important!”
A man uses humour to force spring in Ontario
I read this quote within days of seeing this picture depicting spring in Canada. I knew immediately I loved them both!
I much prefer the above quote to ‘the grass is always greener on the other side…’ because the latter refers to our tendency to desire what others have, resulting in our circumstances seeming less than adequate in comparison.
Worse yet, we just give into envy, kick up the dust on our own patch of parched ground and stare longingly at the grass on the other side.
Do we seriously think that their grass got green without effort?
Isn’t it time for us to be grateful for what we have on our side and start caring for (watering) the things that are most important.
Maybe it’s time to take a hard look at the things we’ve been neglecting and give them some attention.
What’s important to you in your life?
~ DIANA’S ENORMOUS BOOK OF QUOTES ~
What needs watering on your patch of ground?
talktodiana 
This might sound contrarian but I’ve always found the grass on my patch green enough. When it gets parched, I work on it to make it greener.
Peace,
Eric
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It doesn’t sound contrarian at all, it sounds kind of brilliant. Good for you Eric!
Diana xo
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I’m happier when I focus on my own life, and don’t worry about what is on the other side of the fence or “try to keep up with the Jones.”
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I very much agree with Sheryl here and was going to say something similar.
As long as I’m focused on my own patch of grass, I’ll figure er’ out! 😀
~Andrea<3
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Yeah and there’s that whole ‘Don’t covet your neighbour’s ass’ thing! 😉
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I’m so with you there Sheryl!
Diana xo
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D, so true and love that picture! My blessings are many and I really like the color green of my grass these days. :).
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That’s great news Brigitte, I am so happy for you. ❤
Diana xo
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I love that saying.,…. but only if the other side belongs to you as well…
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(smiling) How’s the recovery coming bulldog?
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Getting there as per my post…
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and I’m gettin’ to your post slowly but surely – almost there!
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Love needs watering to with kindness as well, but my yard doesn’t we have had a bit of rain here lately and the grass is nice and green and growing way too fast
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And winter is coming for you, right? Do you ever get snow?
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🙂 Simple n Nice
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Thank you and welcome to my blog Gautam!
Diana
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Love that quote and I had heard a similar one sometimes ago which resonated with me a lot. I think people sometimes give up what they have for something they think is better only to find out paradise needs watering too.
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PS. And also one can cut oneself beyond repair climbing through the barbed wire fence to get to the greener grass 🙂
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and maybe even ruin their lawn!
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Yes 🙂
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I agree Elizabeth. I’ve done that once or twice myself… so sad.
Diana xo
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Excellent points and quote, Diana. I also love the photo.
Russ
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Thank you Russ…ahh spring in Canada… 🙂
Diana xo
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Wonderful quote Diana.
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A jewel of a find for sure – thanks Don!
Diana xo
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Don’t be envious and enjoy what you have and nurture it!
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A great summary Ute – thank you!
Diana xo
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I prefer this quote as well Diana.
Well said.
It is a great photo!!
Val x
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Thank you Val – means a lot coming from you!
Diana xo
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I love this post, Diana!
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Thank you Ann, I’m glad it resonated with you!
Diana xo
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Thank you for your wisdom here, Diana. Even though I thought I was caring for son, Ming, I was actually more concerned about husband, Ants. Your post has reminded me to get more in tune with MIng – thank you!
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My pleasure Julie. For what it’s worth, I can think you do a wonderful job on both fronts!
Diana xo
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Love the picture! And I fully agree that we get what we want on our side of the fence only when we tend to it ourselves. According I Cheryl Crow “It’s not having what you want, it’s wanting what you’ve got.”
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Love that song Ian! I’m starting to get the impression you have a large library of music. There’s something about music and stories that connect us by helping us to relate and can really drive a point across.
Diana
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