The game-changer for me was making Jesus Christ my Lord! He is the key to joy, peace and happiness. I too experienced sexual abuse as a child, and Christ alone put the pieces back together and opened the door to forgiveness. May you be blessed Patti! Merry Christmas

O and forgot to mention my 85 year old Mum always says to me "you die if you worry you die if you don't so why worry" so true 😃👍😘

I read a long time ago that “ worry is like a rocking chair - gives you something to do , but doesn’t get you anywhere.”

@Mspoor70

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I've never heard that before. Wise. Thanks so much 🌺

@claudiaherrera2395

3 жыл бұрын

Very true! Thanks for sharing

This is the day that the Lord has made. We shall rejoice and be glad in it. Love you Sister. Thank you for positivity.

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

@usmc_sunscreenqueen

2 жыл бұрын

Amen 🙏

I really enjoyed what you shared. It has so much meaning. We have a disabled daughter and we decided that we would all be happy a long time ago. There are hard days, but there is happiness.

@sydneyknutsen2492

3 жыл бұрын

So true Kathleen. Happiness is a decision. And I’ll bet your daughter has blessed u in ways u never expected!

@kathleeno1669

3 жыл бұрын

@@sydneyknutsen2492 Yes:)

This video really helped me, because I suffer from depression. God bless you.

Thank you so much for this. Honestly left me speechless and in tears and I wrote about this in my journal this morning. I have had the honor of meeting those 90 year old people daily by what I do for work. Those people who have lost everything and continue to have grit, love, compassion, laughter, joy, just everything to give. When I meet them, they are usually not feeling well at all (I am an RN in an emergency room), however they don't complain (even though they should!!), they share their story and their love. They keep me humble, and keep me understanding what is truly important in life. And they all will mention something that you have just mentioned Patty. Thank you so much for this. You are truly a blessing and dazzling soul.

@laurietegen1819

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that was amazing to hear!

@Mint-he5ok

3 жыл бұрын

Helen, this is a beautiful comment. It reveals so much about you - that you have kindness, compassion, patience and tenderness. Thank you for loving and nurturing the vulnerable among us. You are a jewel!

@bellsbaby1964

3 жыл бұрын

@@Mint-he5ok thank you so much for your kind words.

This is the loveliest message I've been fortunate enough to receive in a very long time. Priceless! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! ❤ I keep an imaginary trophy case filled with special memories, compliments, and accumulated good deeds. When I feel myself getting low, I take out one of my treasures, dust it off, and wear it for a while. It turns everything around in no time! I hope you like this.💕

@leahmiranda8359

Жыл бұрын

@@christy7344 I do have them journaled. Actually the same journal I’ve used for over 40 years. I don’t want to forget any of the memories. Most of the time when I need to visit my ‘trophy case’, a memory comes right to mind. Other times I choose one from the journal to revisit and ‘wear’ awhile. It’s been very satisfying to see the entries multiply.

@leahmiranda8359

Жыл бұрын

@@christy7344 Yes. All my best happy memories….and my achievements as well. I might begin journaling challenges and their resolutions now also. Great idea! I’m now nearly 74. One of my current challenges….not falling down!😂

Patty, I hope you know how wonderfully supportive you are. I'm sitting in Pasadena where my husband of 45 years has undergone a massive open heart surgery (3 valves replaced, 2 aneurysms grafted and 1 bypass). We live in Scottsdale. The hospital is locked down with no visitation since Thursday. We are medical (my husband a retired ophthalmologist and I'm an obsolete long retired ICU RN). He has survived the surgery and has been doing well (3days post op). There are issues but for the most part he should recover. We have lived a fairly simple life. No flashy cars, expensive extravagances....frugal. I'm so grateful we have the means to come here and have a gifted surgeon accomplish this feat. My adult son is able to be here with me. The challenges ahead at times seem daunting. Your video today helped me to focus on the wonderful life I have had with my difficult gifted amazing husband. I'm grateful. Life falls quickly into perspective when significant challenges occur.

Just lying on my bed listening to you has given me the strength to pull myself together and say hey you need to be happy with what ever happens. I needed this thank you for your beautiful calm voice 💞 it brings such peace to my soul. 🙏

Thank You for this! Well needed during this time!

Thank you for your words of wisdom. You are a beautiful soul!!

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

You have such a wonderful outlook. As always an inspiration. How you ever stayed single for so many years is amazing. Jim is a lucky guy & I'm sure you are just as fortunate to have him. Bless you both.

You’re radiant, Patti! Merry Christmas!

Words of wisdom! May we all be wise women.

patti you are amazing! You have talked me thru some rough times I’ll never meet you really but in my mind your a dear friend! Thank you so very much for doing this! Janet

Oh sweet Patti I needed this story today. I love you more than you can know. Your style and attitude. Xoxox I’m 61 however look forward to each day ahead....my mother passed at 28 and we need reminded every ache and wrinkle are a gift of life

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

I found your channel just today, and I'm lifted up! Your grace, wisdom and heartwarming kindness have inspired and encouraged me. Thank you!

love your thoughtful insights and how carefully you project what you're feeling. My Dad who passed away at 94 always said... somebody has to be happy... and you have to decide its you... this has never failed me.

I have a little story too. About 15 years ago, I began sharing my office with a male co-worker who came to be known as my "office husband." There was nothing romantic between us--we were both married--but we became the best o f friends. One day out of the blue, he asked, "You seem to have found the secret to happiness." I replied, "It's a choice I make every day. Some days you might wake up to a crap storm, but then again, there might just be a parade. So you have to get up and go see." This year has been so difficult, it made that choice harder and harder to make. I told a friend last month that "the happy is getting harder to find." Thank you for the reminder, Patti. Endure, avide, and survive.

So happy I found this channel. I wish you were my neighbor. Xo

Gorgeous, wise, funny, intelligent, artistic, talented - is there anything you don’t slay on a regular basis?! #KWEEN 👑 🙌🏽✨

Beautiful. Great advice! I turn on the music and dance. Some kind of exercise always helps. Generally I count my blessings and choose to be happy. Thank you Patti!

This video speaks volumes about the true meaning of Christmas, though I intend to remember your words the whole year through. Thanks so much for making this video. It is wonderful.

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

@marylongoria7459

3 жыл бұрын

I will try to forgive the person who molested me. I am in my late 60's and I've thought for a long time to tell my children about what happened to me. I haven't done it yet. I think about and then I put it in the back of my mind. I'm trying to make happy memories.

Your voice is very soothing in these stressful times. Thank you for your words of wisdom.

Thank you for reminding me of the five things I have misplaced in my heart and mind🙏🏻❤️ have blessed and beautiful day

Beautiful and heartfelt video❤ Thank YOU for sharing such words of wisdom. Love you❤🌹

Thank you for sharing your pearls of wisdom with us. ❤️

Ms Penny, I needed this today. In the past 5 years I have lost my mother in law. (A woman I loved & admired dearly), a month later we lost our only son. The loss made my Dad give up. A year after losing my Brian, my Dad oassed on what would have been Brians 30th bday.2 days later, my Mom passed. My Mom & Mom in law made Christmas so very special. Most days I am okay. The empty hole in my heart fir my child will never be gone. I decided to be grateful for the time we all had with Brian. He was an old soul. His family meant everything to him. He would soend weekend with his grandparents instead of his friends because Gramps needed help with the yard & Grandma needed help baking. He could see his friends after school. Everything you say is true. I choose to wake up & smile for just today. Tomorrow will come and Ill deal with that tomorrow.Happiness really is a choice!! I choose to be grateful for the memories. I cherish those. God bless you for taking your time to care for all of us enough to maje thus video. Happy holidays...God speed❤🙏❤

Thank you Patti!!! It's been stressful but we're still good. My son was living his life last year doing an internship at Washington DC for his Jr. year at college and had to leave due to covid and is now taking his senior year off. But all is well, because we are all still HERE. He was diagnosed Saturday with the virus, and my husband and I are waiting for our results, which will probably come back positive as we both aren't feeling well. This means we can't see my daughter who lives alone on her own. Yet....I am SO VERY thankful this year and enjoying our tree and decorations more than ever.....You have to pick and choose on what will "weigh you down and what will lift you up" I have to be off work for 2 weeks regardless but that's okay....I am THANKFUL. You look radiant and your earrings and top match your eyes. I'm so happy I found you a few years ago. Thank you for your wisdom. your knowledge, and for sharing.

Thank you for this posting. It is just what I needed today. You talked about making up a story to keep you from worrying. I had a bad childhood. I am alone in this unusual time and have far too much time to think about the past. I have made a story about my perfect family. It really has helped. Love you!

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

What a beautiful woman with a beautiful message. I just love your videos, they give me peace. Wish I knew you in real life, your wisdom is a gift for sure!

Hi Patti, I'm a youngster at 60, and have just 'discovered' you this week as I am recovering from a surgery. I have fallen deeply in love with your charming soul, you shine with beauty and goodness, wit, and the ability to capture every moment so beautifully. You are hysterically funny, real, a total sweetheart and an inspiration to all that take the time to watch and listen to your glorious messages. Hands-down you are my favorite content creator - you are simply adorable. Stunningly beautiful (oh those eyes and that smiles!) and you speak so lovingly of your darling husband Jim and beloved family. Lady you have made the most wonderful life for yourself - blessings to you! I can't wait to watch more of your videos xxxxx

My mother gave this verse to me when I was 12, 4 months before she died. Don't look for the flaws as you go through life, But even when you have found them, It is wise and kind to be somewhat blind, And look for the virtues behind them. Author unknown. I have lived by this verse all my life and it helped me to be a better person.

I do Yoga with Adriene every morning before breakfast.... I look forward to it and I actually notice myself getting more flexible which makes me very happy!

my grandma told me on my wedding day, to choose to be happy each day, it was a choice, and that I came from happy people.. Ive lived that and what a blessing in my life to have had her there, to tell me the way of it. Merry Christmas!

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

I so enjoy you! Down to earth and real! Don't find that anymore. I never miss you and you never disappoint. So have a beautiful Blessed Day!

@jamesstuart6819

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Karen How're you doing

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

Patti!! This was the BEST video and perfect timing!! I’ve had such a hard time during this stuff in the world going on and you literally just changed my whole world In a few short minutes. WOW!!! Thank you thank you thank you for sharing this! Bless you and your hubby! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁💕😘

My husband died suddenly 17 months ago, and I’m not putting up a Christmas tree either. I put up my nativity sets, a couple snow people, a poinsettia, and lights on my railing outdoors. Your comment about being lonely one Christmas helped me to understand I can get through this Christmas season and create my own happiness in spite of this Covid year. I am hopeful that I’ll be able to go to my daughter’s home Christmas Eve, but I will being going to church alone on Christmas Eve because they are afraid of the virus. Thank you for your encouraging words.

Beautiful message, Merry Christmas to you, Jim and Biscuit.

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

Oh goodness, I've got goosebumps! What a wonderful lady, so inspiring! We complain about such trivia when we have so much to be thankful for. I had a very challenging childhood too but it's brought me closer to God. Today I thank Him every day for all that He does for me, every moment of my life.

Your words are precious gems of wisdom. Your story and the lessons you have learned through your trials has become my inspiration. I just had my 73rd birthday, and as a Bible believing Christian, I'm convinced that I'm still young compared to Sarah who conceived at 90 years of age. Patti, you are very beautiful. I have been tempted to think that my beauty has disappeared because of my age. But that's not true. We don't have to give in to walkers and defeated by disease. We can overcome every limitation by employing Eternal Keys. Thank you for sharing your life. May you enjoy every blessing that Heaven has given.

Spot on! I have lived my life by these rules for years. I have just never heard anyone list them that way. Don't hate, don't stress, be charitable , be kind...be happy! I lived alone for years. I can relate to the bubble baths, books and movies also. My motto is "Bloom where you're planted!"

I've been struggling......this video was perfect timing..Thank you Pattie. Love you. Merry Christmas to you and Jim. xo

This was send from heaven. I am a widow and only son leaving the house. I was a little down but listening to you i will do the five things that will make me happy and also i am a child of God. Thank you so much and ask for God to bless you! Warm greetings from Cape Town South Africa 👏👏🌹🙏

Merry Christmas to you and yours. I made the decision to be happy many years ago. I give thanks to God very morning when I first open my eyes. I pray a lot and am truly grateful for what we have. I try very hard to live by Faith and not by Fear. Stay safe and be well. Love the message. 😊💙🎄

That color looks so good on you Patty!

When I come across someone being rude I just kill them with kindness and my daddy taught me this,when your feeling down or angry just think how much time your losing when you could be happy!! Have a Merry Christmas and a happy new year!!

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

You look absolutely radiant! Thank you for the wonderful video reminder about not worrying and being happy. In my 70 years, I haven't mastered that yet. Was a joy to watch you exude peace and happiness.

Gratitude is one of the best ways to be happy.... not always easy if things are hard but I try to teach my kids to be grateful for the smallest of things. The wealthiest people in the world are not always happy... ❤

Many years ago my first husband said before leaving "I can't make you happy." I replied "What a silly thing to say. I am responsible for my own happiness. Only I can make me happy. " Your show shows everyone how to do this.

I don't remember where I heard this, but I give credit to its author. "All worry is ingratitude in advance." Every time I start worrying about something, and don't know where to turn for the answer, I repeat this to myself and to anyone in the vicinity who wants to listen. It keeps the inner stressing at bay. Thanks for a great video. :)

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

Thank you for your inner beauty and for sharing your wisdom with all of us this Chrismas.

Lovely video very inspiring, you are so right about so many things, love and prayers sent xoxo,

Patti, I appreciate you opening yourself up to your viewers and subscribers. It’s good to see someone doing so well in life, as you are, and to know that she didn’t get there by magic and fairy tales. Thanks for sharing, love your channel!

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💝

Patti, when you said you were raising your daughter on your own, I couldn't believe it. You're so classy, pretty and have a good heart, I can't imagine you ever being alone. I raised my child alone and it was a struggle. She's 30 years old now and I still have guilt over the things I couldn't give her while she was growing up.

You're such an incredibly beautiful soul! Thank you for telling the story and for being my role model Patti, I can't tell you what a difference you've made in my life. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Lots of love from Shrewsbury, Shropshire and have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family xx

You’ve made me cry. I’ve had similar experiences to you but I struggle to forgive. Even today with the smallest wrongs I find it difficult to forgive. I think that’s probably symptomatic of previous trauma. I know you’re right though - there is freedom in letting go. I so needed to hear this. You’re so wise and beautiful x

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

Your make up looks great today!

I chose a long time ago to not allow anything to rob me of joy and peace that the Lord Jesus Christ gave to me. I forgave all the abuse that came against me as well, it's an act of the will, not trust, not friendship but forgiveness. I was a Sunday school teacher for 25 years, I loved it, did Awana for 12 years, giving, giving, I love children, and was a nanny for a long time, loved it.. Thank you Patty for sharing all of that. 💕

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💖

I was one of those who asked about the vase. I love it. This is the first I’ve heard the story. Ive always expected less and received more. Feels good. Better to give than receive. All 5 should be listed on a plaque. I have to live w my self. Ive never let me down. Always be kind. Patti I’m 75 . Hard life makes a better life. I treasure everything . God bless my friend. ❤️😘🙏 we’re not having a tree either. Havent sense we lost our lisa.☹️💔

Hi Patti, I could listen to your words of wisdom all day, I have no family of my own and my parents died a few years ago, I have found it truly exhausting to live my life based on fear and at times loneliness, yes bad and awful things have happened to me but thank you for taking the time to give us all a much needed perspective on life, how lucky we are to have you xx.

I could not wait for your post and just enjoy watching. Thank you and Bless you.🙏🏻🤗

;) Publisher Clearing House, I like the old readers digests. Good Day Patti, lovely decorations, I know it is difficult to speak on our past traumas, thank you.

I love you SO much!!! I'm 62 & I want to be you when I'm 77. God is good, and He led me to your YT channel. Thank you for doing this for all of us!

@walternicolas6927

3 жыл бұрын

Hello pretty 💝

1. Failure to forgive or holding on to a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die. 2. What we focus on expands. 3. Worry robs us of strength while doing nothing at all about the problem. 4. Don't cross bridges you may never come to. Patti, I can't believe someone else had the same dreams of winning the sweepstakes. It was an escape that helped make reality easier to bear! We must never lose our joy. It is the gasoline that helps us endure. Thanks for sharing your experiences. We are living simply too and loving life and each other as never before. Best to you and your family. ⚘

Thanks for all the advice! You are so caring and giving!we need more of that in the world for sure!! Thanks patti

Happy to see you posting Patti⭐️🙏🌲

Thankyou so much for being so generous with sharing your advice. I will try them out for sure. 🌹❤

Like the beautiful butterfly ring on your finger, you flutter into our lives every week and touch us with your wisdom and insight....🦋The Butterfly Effect is a known phenomena ...🦋 and through your channel you encourage us to pass on love and kindness and be the best person we can... ..oh and you look amazing, that ice blue sweater is gorgeous on you. Much love Kate 🇬🇧 xx

You can tell from the volume of comments you've touched peoples hearts with your wisdom and sincerity. I was sobbing by the end of your video. Thank you so much. I'm 68 and I know all the things you mentioned but I must be constantly reminded or the fear for my childrens welfare, or poverty or illness or death overcome me. I was amazed at how similar our life stories are ( down to the name of my daughter) and so felt you were speaking directly to me. But I guess that is a lesson in itself, we ( all people) are so much more alike than our differences. Thank you again, your video is one I will come back to over again. Stay safe.

Be blessed and favored always Patty and y’all have a Merry Christmas 🎄🎁💜🙏🏽

You are lovely, thank you for sharing your thoughts and self. ❤️

Thank you! If I needed anything this morning it was to be reminded of what I have and the ability to choose some outcomes and let go of others. Have a fantastic holiday season.

Patti, you are a huge inspiration! Thank you for sharing your wonderful stories!

Patti, I started following your channel several years ago, and at first I was just intrigued by how you continued to look so lovely as you grew older. But I soon grew to be drawn to your inner beauty and by how gracious you are. Your video today completely explains why your insides match your outsides! I completely agree with everything that you said, and would just add one more thing. I think that it is also life changing to assume the best of people. When they say or do something, it can be so easy to jump on it and go down a rabbit trail thinking that they means something entirely different than they intended. Maybe they did mean to be unkind or rude, or just maybe they just didn't realize how their words or actions would be taken. Giving someone the benefit of the doubt doesn't cost me a thing, but can certainly save me some frustration or upset. Thank you for being you, and have a wonderful holiday season.

To forgive, is Relesment of bondage.. This alone is freedom, to let go, and move forward!

I’m sharing these pearls of wisdom! Everyone needs this ❤️🙂🌸

Thank you, you sweet, sweet lady! You are so beautiful, inside and out, so classy. For my happiness, I will be watching more of your videos! Lots of love from Slovenia!

@jamesstuart6819

3 жыл бұрын

Happiness is free. Hi Irena How're you doing

I have listened to this all day. Over and over to help with the worst anxiety attacks Thank you 💞

Thank you for making one think about blessings we all enjoy. Merry 🎄

Love listening to you Patti. Keeping busy keeps me happy. God Bless

You have given me hope on so many levels. I have been divorced since 1992 after twenty plus years of marriage. Letting go of any worries and forgiving those that have hurt me deeply. Trying to do more for others. Thanks!!!

If you can fix it there’s no need to worry about it...needed to hear that today! Thank you❤️

"Wow " !! Thank you !

God bless you and your wonderful soothing, poignant stories and tips. Thanks for sharing your not so happy memories and how you dealt with them. Best for the new year!!

Forever young Patti great video looking gorgeous as always. Decorations look Fab 🎅💖👍😍

Really appreciated your insight - great time of year for reflection. Thank you!

I think this is one of your best videos yet! ❤️ Your desire to be helpful and encouraging to others comes through very strong. I loved your inspirational story about the 92 year old lady who made up her mind to be happy in her circumstances. As a Christian, I love the verse from Phil. 4:8- “Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent or praiseworthy, think on these things. Keep your inspirational videos coming!! Thank you for using your gifts, talents and experiences to lift up others! 🌟🌟

Thank you for your story it’s comforting I am not well at the moment and you make me think there is a way to stay positive. Lots of love

I've time jumped back 2 years but this message is even more important after 2 years of adapting to the changing times. Jan 2022, I actually did pick a resolution and if I slip a thought, I'll check myself. It's taking my own advice. Be happy in the moment, in this day. Be truly present in it. Stop worrying so much about tomorrows or things I have no control of. The older we get, the more worried I get about my husband's failing health - more than my own. The what ifs again. It was stealing my joy! Can't allow that. Today is a full time job. I'm happy in it, I/we woke up and that's a hella good start!

@RianShafer

2 жыл бұрын

I rewatched this one again today Patti. I needed the message to remind me. It's so important to me your messages. I'm still working hard of freeing my mind from worries. Worry is fear. Fear is what I learned from my abuser & those that seriously betrayed me. I can't quite forgive them yet but I can work on it & fear. It did make me sick, heartsick. It's future & what I can't control there that is my objective. Thanks for reminding me!

Thank you so much for sharing these pearls of wisdom. I am going to watch it again - probably many times. Happy Holidays to you, sweet lady!

@PeachesSkinCare

3 жыл бұрын

🙌🏻🍑Lisa

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 67 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼

Patti, I have only just discovered your channel a couple weeks ago. I have watched you constantly since then. Love, Love your channel.....all of it. The makeup, your stories, everything. The greatest compliment I can give you is "you are such a joy". Your videos are so encouraging and uplifting. Please keep sharing!

You are a beauty Patti and such a blessing to us. I hope you have a blessed Christmas.

So inspiring during this time. Thank you. Please keep up the wonderful posts♥️❤️

I also hv had a traumatic childhood & thank God my Granny took me in at 5 yrs of age. I led my abuser father to Christ 2 wks b4 he passed. He finally heard me sing. I brought my sound equipment to his home & sang 4 songs. He finally heard my 3 octave range. He never came to hear me sing. But my last song had him crying. It was very healing for me. I've always tried to remember I hv an audience with the King when I pray. I give those cares & things I hv no control over to Him. It's then His problem! Lol! I was single a lot of yrs with 3 children & no child support. I was so grateful when I could get overtime hours. I wasn't always there for my daughter's cheerleading or my other daughter's flute ensembles. I too hv always led a simple life. Happiness comes from the root word happening. I learned my happiness isn't based on what's happening, but joy that comes from that eternal spring within. The joy of the Lord is my strength. It rains on the just & the unjust. This season we're traveling thru is just that. A journey we're traveling thru. I'm not gonna set up camp in defeat & depression. I've been down that road b4 & I choose a new path. There's a fork in the road & I choose the narrow road to freedom within. I count my blessings at night, even when they've been few I thought. But by the time I really count I realized I hv a lot!!! I find joy in putting pumpkin spice in my coffee:) the little things that add up to a good day. When my mind wanders to the past I correct myself & reign it in. Forgiveness yes, it's a process sometimes. I tell the Lord I purpose in my heart to forgive, so line up my mind to follow :) I got covid in early October & I'm so grateful to be alive:)

@jamesstuart6819

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bex How're you doing

Such a wonderful video at the perfect time. Merry Christmas to you and your family!!!

Patti, you are terrific! Thanks for the pep talk. ❤️