The Yeas and Nays of Life
We all know the naysayers … never a good word to say
about anything or anyone. As the dictionary says, they … oppose, refuse, or
deny, esp. habitually.
Ignore them. Turn instead to those
who lift your spirits every time you encounter them …
YEASAYER (yāʹsāʹɘr) n.
– a person who has an affirmative or positive attitude toward life. [WW #213]
That isn’t to say negative,
frustrating, or devastating events never happen to them, it’s simply how they deal with the experience.
Perhaps a short “cursing a blue streak” in the beginning, but then with
some thought … and a little invisible effort … the yeasayer looks for a
positive outcome in every negative event. Be it in their life or yours.
Every day may not be great, but every
smile is.
Word Challenge: YEASAYER. Celebrate those in your
life who make every day a life-affirming happening. Are you one of them?
Terrific! Never underestimate the power of a smile, as you slip yeasayer into your week of uplifting conversation and writing.
Learning knows no prejudices or boundaries, and it isn’t fattening!
Expanding your mind is a no-cost, simple joy. Do you feel that way too? What’s
your inspiration? Share your creative genius and Wordplay Wednesday comments below.
Write first for yourself … only then can you write for others. (L.Rochelle)
[LinDee Rochelle is a writer and editor by
trade, and an author by way of Rock & Roll. She has published two books (of
three) in her Blast from Your Past series about pioneering R&R Radio DJs. The true behind-the-mic
tales make GREAT Holiday Gifts available on Amazon (eBook and print): Book 1 – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The First Five Years 1954-1959; and Book
2 – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The Swinging Sixties. Coming soon … The Psychedelic
Seventies!]
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