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The origin of the saying “Live, laugh, love”, which is often seen as a wall decoration for living, laughing, loving, but sometimes also as a mug, plate or even a throw or pillow, is an essay by Bessie Anderson Stanley. The first line of the essay reads: “He has success who lived well, laughed often, and loved much.” The proverb was incorrectly attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson in the Dear Abby column and corrected by a letter from Mrs. Stanley’s grandson Arthur Stanley Harvey . The proverb was also mistakenly attributed to Robert Louis Stevenson by Hallmark.
The meaning of life, laughter, love
Since the saying is so popular, and even surpasses “Keep Calm and Carry On,” a WWII slogan, it’s easy to understand what it meant. However, Bessie Anderson Stanley’s paper defined the characteristics she had described in her opening sentence. It is entirely possible that Mrs. Stanley was influenced by Emerson and Stevenson. The philosophy of transcendentalism was already known in 1904 when her essay was published. Emerson wrote a paragraph that begins, “Laugh a lot and laugh a lot. . . “That goes on in a similar way, but does not use the words live or love. Stevenson wrote a poem, The Lady of the Snow, which contains the line “Live, Love, Live, Die”. The tenor of Mrs. Stanley’s poem clearly shows that it was read well, so it is entirely possible that she read both works, but she is the one who put them together in this significant way and used them to define success.
A game changer
Hence, displaying the words “Live, Laugh, Love” on your wall and use them as a core philosophy can be vital to your life and others. Here are ten ways you can share the wisdom that Bessie Stanley Anderson developed more than a century ago.
Live Laugh Love wall decoration
It is important to be able to relax; This Live Laugh Love piece says it all without many words. It goes well with any beige or sandstone wall tone and looks warm. This shows that the message has been around for a long time and can help relieve others. On a front door, this decor helps convey a feeling of family and togetherness.
Live Laugh Love wall decoration
With the words “Live Laugh Love” in this piece of metal, it brings joy. Against a light or white wall, this piece really stands out and increases its presence. The metal construction allows this to be placed outdoors when it is securely attached. The floral additions and the fleur-de-les continue to give this piece a conservative look.
Live, Laugh, Love Antique copper decor
The words “Live Laugh Love” in all their glory, this set combines them all with a single “L” which shows that they are all combined and important to have together. With a copper tone, this works well on any beige or cream wall to bring out the message of greeting. This piece works well for highlighting another metallic decor in the room.
Live-Love-Laugh wall decoration
This piece conveys a feeling for nature with the message “Live well, love a lot, laugh often” with its grapevine design. There is a grapevine end after every two words that adds a multitude of messages that must be enjoyed often. For everyone, this has its own meaning and values. This piece works well for adding color and vibrancy to an earthen themed area.
Creative Movement Live Laugh Love Sign Wall Decoration
This decor has the words “Live every moment, laugh every day, love beyond words” and bring a smile to the people who look at it. No attempt is made to bring defined sources that could conflict with the message. This piece has a fabric texture and can effectively stand out on a darker wall or brick. The more texture there is around this piece, the more presence there is.
Live Love Laugh 3-piece black wall decoration set
Each piece in this set has an individual word from Live Love Laugh with a candle holder. In the frame there are metal curls with petals. A wall behind this set that is a light tone enhances the impact of each individual piece. The added candle gives this set a certain spirituality that increases its meaning.
Live Laugh Love wall decal
A sticker gives you great freedom to place your message on any flat surface, behind a chair, on or above a door, even on the ceiling, as long as it is flat. The lighter the surface, the more noticeable the message. This piece can bring a sense of relaxation to any black and white themed room without being intrusive.
New giant butterfly vine and Live Laugh Love wall decals
Measuring 59 “tall by 70” wide, this sticker can define a wall for you. The vine in this sticker has a series of flowers that are budding and blooming, with numerous butterflies and a hummingbird flying around. This brings a level of activity and attention to the message “Live every moment; Laugh every day; Love beyond words. “
22-piece wall sticker set “Live Laugh Love”
With 22 pieces you have the freedom to define this message more according to your style and your artistic beauty. With the added flexibility, it adds places where you can set this sticker to be the most meaningful to you. A solid white surface or mirror is a great way to present and enhance the message.
