Monthly Archives: January 2009

Never to underestimate the power of a gentle and positive disposition.

Criticizing too much  burns cigarette holes in someone’s self-esteem. Why would you want to torture someone like that?

Other times, you may just want to.

Make your coffee at home:  You hear it all of the time but that’s because it’s true: spending 3 bucks a day on coffee from a shop add’s up to a big chunk of cash.  You can even save by … Continue reading →

The U.S House of Representatives passed the $819 billion economic stimulus package yesterday (the vote was 244 to 188).  There was no Republicans  support for the bill and 11 Democrats voted against it as well.  Read herefor an detailed description of … Continue reading →

Whether through a snide comment about your latest plans, an interruption mid-sentence or a slew of reasons you cannot or should not do/eat/feel/think/say something, bullies have a very specific way of making those around them feel steam-rolled and undervalued. “My … Continue reading →

Jessica’s “too fat” Lindsay is “too thin” Britney is “too trashy” and Pamela is “too old looking” Renee “needs botox” Nicole “needs less botox” Do you think society “needs to bash celebrities”  for anything and ev everything in order to feel … Continue reading →

If not, why not add her?

What was it? Who gave it? How did it work for you?

What’s your favorite GSC?  Tagalongs?  Thin Mints? Find out where to get yours here.

If you are always telling yourself (and the world) how incapable/ugly/fat/short/silly you are, there is a good chance that you are not only keeping yourself in a major confidence funk but also sending repetitive messages to others that you are much less … Continue reading →

Did you know that honey on the face can make your skin a little tighter and that rinsing with lemon water (and even occasionally rubbing lemon on your face) will make your skin glow? After lightly exfoliating with sugar (or even baking soda) smear … Continue reading →

You have to put in the work in the face of fear, disillusionment and disappointment.  You must, must, must keep at it. Most of your competition will give up and you’ll be left standing.  You may not get there as … Continue reading →

To do things (and not do things) out of fear is to live under duress.  It is also a defiance against your truest nature.  Even if the things you do are moral and just, to do them solely because you fear … Continue reading →

What topics would you like to discuss more? How are you liking Walking Barefoot? What aspects do you like most/least? It is so important to me that you find the things you enjoy here.

Let us embrace all aspects of who we are.  The child, the adult, the free spirit, the analyst, the dreamer, the procrastinator, each part.  None of us are any one thing at all times.  The more we get to know … Continue reading →

Does not mean we should ever stop dreaming.  Just don’t dream your dreams away.

You decide what meaning your life will have, what purpose you will have. You choose how you will behave and who you will be to yourself and to the world. You decide what energy you will put out, what you … Continue reading →

I recently received an email from a bright and wise friend of mine who was commending me on my “giving nature.”  I was so touched by her words but then quite struck with her last line.  “You give so much … Continue reading →

The things you have done and who you are.

Yelling is a symptom of a tantrum and like an out-of-control child stomping and screaming, adults who yell are flashing a verbal red light that says, “I am not in control of my emotions and I am not interested in … Continue reading →

Insight and understanding can be found in the most peculiar places.  Even when you disagree wholly with something, there is a lesson to be learned, a new perspective to be found.  Spend the next week seeking wisdom from every person … Continue reading →

Would you drink  Mate with your mate in Argentina?

Cinderella Was a Liar

I have adored Madonna since, oh,  around birth and have wanted a blonde ambition body since, well, the blonde ambition tour. There are a million reasons I admire Ms. Ciccone but one of the main reasons is her fierce determination … Continue reading →

According to a recent article on Hot Jobs, job-seekers not only need to polish their resume but also everything about them, from their clothes to their faces if they want to land a coveted position.  The article says it is … Continue reading →

In Hollywood, there is something called “Type Casting” which is essentially when someone is put in a role solely based on the ideas perpetuated by their looks.  Take a good look at yourself in the mirror and come up with … Continue reading →

Drink Warm Water With Lemon: Not only will the vitamin C boost help keep colds at bay but sipping this throughout the day will keep you super-hydrated, settle your tummy and flush out toxins.  An added bonus: Vitamin C is … Continue reading →

Find out (and get your horoscope) here!

Everyone wants to feel interesting and cared for, supported, accepted and loved.  Most of us want to feel as though our lives have meaning beyond the day-to-day and feel as though we have contributed something to the world that will … Continue reading →

That even freedom can be a cage.

We are all souls and limbs, hearts and thoughts.  We all have feelings, needs and wants.  We all have hurts and regrets, moments that have brought us shame and embarrassment and those which have brought us wisdom and understanding.  We … Continue reading →

Between the truth and your truth.

Did you guys and gals hear about this?  We’ll get through it but it sure isn’t easy, is it?

Why don’t you… Go for a run Take a dance class Teach yourself a new language Try a new haircut and/or color See a movie and/or read a book you know nothing about Write a letter to yourself and keep … Continue reading →

Laid-back and Lazy

Fear has a big mouth but courage has the strength to destroy it.

We all have pain and regrets from the past but we mustn’t allow these feelings to destroy our chances at achieving peace of mind, peace of heart and understanding of our value in the here and now.  Each and every … Continue reading →

Just because someone rejects you does not mean you are not worth cherishing. Many times, it’s their loss.

Whispering Wind- Moby Desire (Ambiant Mix)-Cafe Del Mar We Belong-ATB Underwater World-ATB Empuriabrava-Cafe Del Mar Clocks-Coldplay Gregorian Chant (Techno version)-Enigma Rajamanta-Cafe Del Mar Only Time-Enya (I actually love to swim or write with these songs playing).  What are some of your … Continue reading →

Love as you wish to be loved. Do you want to be controlled? Do you want to be judged? Do you wish to be misunderstood? Do you want to feel that you are not trustworthy? Do you want to be … Continue reading →

Your strength Your own special beauty Your experiences Your thoughts Your quirks Your gifts Your talent All of the things that make you There’s no shame in appreciating these things about yourself.

It’s time to really start being the person you dream of being.  No more excuses, no more worries about where you come from or where you have been.  Use every lesson you have learned and every experience you have had … Continue reading →

Want to know how long the average sack session usually lasts and more?  Check out the Real Sex facts on the Cinderella Was a Liar Blog now.

There are some who can ruin your moment, your day and even your year but only you can ruin your life.

There are new posts looming!

After a life filled with  a good amount of loud and fruitless battles, I have come to the conclusion that there is no point in arguing for argument’s sake.  Yes, there are some who have convinced themselves that arguing is a sign … Continue reading →

We are not tied to who we are or who we once were.  There are endless opportunities for change presented to us on a constant basis.  We may not know that we even want to change until one of these … Continue reading →

It can be so hard to remember that we are all individuals with our own unique needs, desires, thoughts, feelings and perceptions.  We are each our own unique entity. What might happen if we remembered this when interacting with one … Continue reading →

Unhappiness is a part of life as much as happiness is.  The struggle to “be happy” 24-7 is one that not only cannot be achieved but denies the reality of life itself.  Without unhappiness, there would be no happiness.