Sunday, April 13, 2008
A New Me
OK...it's been such a long time since I've posted here. Life gets so busy. So many people and responsibilities pulling me in every imaginable way. It's only 8:30 am and today I've made a decision. A decision to change my body, my nutrition, and my exercise...for so long I've hidden behind the pounds. It's safer. No one will look at me because of all of the extra padding. Safer. My heart hurts so much from my loss this year, that I needed to protect it. Every day I get stronger and want to be myself again. I'm tired of hiding. My goals include being kind to myself, being patient, moving more, and eating less. One day at a time, I will change my life...
Saturday, March 29, 2008
20 Questions
20 questions happens to be my very favorite game.
What is your superpower?
– I have the ability to disappear whenever I choose.
Who are you most like in life?
– I am most like my dad. Outgoing, positive, and hard working! Dad taught me to love life and enjoy every moment.
Do people ever tell you you look like a celebrity?
– I think I have one of those faces that looks familiar. I have been recognized all over the world. One person (long ago) told me I looked like Carrie Fisher. (I don't see it.)
What are your views on weddings?
– NOT for me. I planned a wedding (but canceled before the event). Not worth the money or stress. I want a beach and a sunset, or a quaint chapel in the woods...small, quiet and peaceful!
What was the last book you read?
– I am really into Paulo Coelho.
By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness (P.S.)
By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness is what I am currently reading. It is phenomenal!
Who is your hero?
– My mom and dad are my heroes. The older I get, the more I appreciate what they did for me and my sister. I feel lucky to have them as my parents!
What are five songs that would be on the soundtrack of your life?
– Anyway by Martina McBride.
– The Impossibles, Joe Nichols.
– Always on Your Side, Sheryl Crow & Sting.
– Strength, Courage, and Wisdom by India.Arie
– Taking Chances by Celine Dion
Have you ever been burned?
– Never badly.
What is your worst habit?
– Fidgeting and being too hard on myself.
What is the best lesson your parents taught you?
–Learn to take care of yourself!
What are three things that hang on your walls?
–I JUST moved...nothing yet. I will have plenty of family pictures.
Who do you think will actually WIN the presidency? Will it be the right choice?
–I believe Obama has a very good chance at winning. He has my vote.
Is your bed made right now?
–No. I'm IN bed right now.
Where would you like to wake up in the morning if you could be anywhere?
– Martha's Vineyard in August.
Do you do anything creative?
– I write.
What would you like to be doing in five years if there were no limits to who you could be?
– Married and pregnant. Working at my own Writing Center. Publishing my writing.
Why Craigslist?
– Why not?
What is really the greatest thing about meeting someone new?
– What it teaches you about the world, yourself, and the possibility it opens.
If you didn’t have to work, would you?
– Write, travel, open my own business, discover life.
What are you doing to make less of an impact on the earth?
– Who wants to make less? Don't you want to make MORE impact?? (I get it. I recycle.)
Hope you all enjoyed and I look forward to your 20 answers ;)
What is your superpower?
– I have the ability to disappear whenever I choose.
Who are you most like in life?
– I am most like my dad. Outgoing, positive, and hard working! Dad taught me to love life and enjoy every moment.
Do people ever tell you you look like a celebrity?
– I think I have one of those faces that looks familiar. I have been recognized all over the world. One person (long ago) told me I looked like Carrie Fisher. (I don't see it.)
What are your views on weddings?
– NOT for me. I planned a wedding (but canceled before the event). Not worth the money or stress. I want a beach and a sunset, or a quaint chapel in the woods...small, quiet and peaceful!
What was the last book you read?
– I am really into Paulo Coelho.
By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness (P.S.)
By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness is what I am currently reading. It is phenomenal!
Who is your hero?
– My mom and dad are my heroes. The older I get, the more I appreciate what they did for me and my sister. I feel lucky to have them as my parents!
What are five songs that would be on the soundtrack of your life?
– Anyway by Martina McBride.
– The Impossibles, Joe Nichols.
– Always on Your Side, Sheryl Crow & Sting.
– Strength, Courage, and Wisdom by India.Arie
– Taking Chances by Celine Dion
Have you ever been burned?
– Never badly.
What is your worst habit?
– Fidgeting and being too hard on myself.
What is the best lesson your parents taught you?
–Learn to take care of yourself!
What are three things that hang on your walls?
–I JUST moved...nothing yet. I will have plenty of family pictures.
Who do you think will actually WIN the presidency? Will it be the right choice?
–I believe Obama has a very good chance at winning. He has my vote.
Is your bed made right now?
–No. I'm IN bed right now.
Where would you like to wake up in the morning if you could be anywhere?
– Martha's Vineyard in August.
Do you do anything creative?
– I write.
What would you like to be doing in five years if there were no limits to who you could be?
– Married and pregnant. Working at my own Writing Center. Publishing my writing.
Why Craigslist?
– Why not?
What is really the greatest thing about meeting someone new?
– What it teaches you about the world, yourself, and the possibility it opens.
If you didn’t have to work, would you?
– Write, travel, open my own business, discover life.
What are you doing to make less of an impact on the earth?
– Who wants to make less? Don't you want to make MORE impact?? (I get it. I recycle.)
Hope you all enjoyed and I look forward to your 20 answers ;)
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Drowning...almost
I bought a home and survived the one year anniversary of my dad's passing. Home free! Things will be getting better. Wrong! Frustrated. Uneasy. Weepy. I'm fighting all of these feelings while I feel like I am drowning in them. The harder I fight, the more I lose. I don't understand, until I let go.
Letting go feels so good. I feel free, safe, and happy. Why does it take so long for me to remember? Why do I fight for so long? Is the struggle really necessary? OK, what lessons will I learn from these couple of weeks. Patience? Growth? Will I be motivated to move on (career wise)?
Almost drowning...means surviving. That's what I'm doing! SURVIVING!!!
Letting go feels so good. I feel free, safe, and happy. Why does it take so long for me to remember? Why do I fight for so long? Is the struggle really necessary? OK, what lessons will I learn from these couple of weeks. Patience? Growth? Will I be motivated to move on (career wise)?
Almost drowning...means surviving. That's what I'm doing! SURVIVING!!!
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
I did it!
I bought my first home...all by myself. Sitting here in my dining room I can hardly believe that I am here. The process of buying a home was overwhelming and exhausting! Luckily, I was surrounded by wonderful people from the man who showed me the home, to the loan officer, the bank tellers, even the builder...all treated me well and were very helpful. I know, from my friends, that's not always the case!
Back to real life today. Work. Clean out my old apartment, change the mail, and return the cable box. Yuck!!!
Time to walk the dog. Have a good day!
Back to real life today. Work. Clean out my old apartment, change the mail, and return the cable box. Yuck!!!
Time to walk the dog. Have a good day!
Friday, February 22, 2008
Thrusday Thirteen on Friday
Thirteen Books About Where I’m From
- Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McKloskey
- The House of Seven Gables by Nathaniel Hawthorne
- Poems of Emily Dickinson
- Mystic River by Dennis Lehane
- A Civil Action by Jonathan Harr
- Selling the Lite of Heaven by Suzanne Strempek Shea
- Among Schoolchlildren by Tracy Kidder
- The Inn at Lake Devine by Elinor Lipman
- The Weight of Water by Anita Shreve
- Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs
- Owl Moon by Jane Yolen
- Walter the Baker by Eric Carle
- Faithful by Stephen King
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Happy Valentine's Day, Dad!
Good Morning...today is a day for reflection. Valentine's Day always revolved around boyfriends or secret admirers or the possibility of such romantic love. Not today. Today Valentine's Day is a day of to remember. My Dad. Last year on Valentine's Day, he called me (as he always did). Ever since I was a little girl, I was his valentine. He'd send me goofy cards when I was away at college, or flowers sometimes. He always remembered. Today, I remember him. Today was the last day that I spoke with him before he died. I can't believe it's been a year. I've already survived Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, and my sister's wedding without him. I'll get through this, too. But, I want to make sure and stop today and say:
"Happy Valentine's Day, Dad! I love you this much!"
"Happy Valentine's Day, Dad! I love you this much!"
Friday, February 1, 2008
Friday Fill-Ins
#57
1. Once I was hopeless, scared, and unsure...until I took the first step.
2. Laying in bed, slurping chicken soup, and sleeping all day is being sick.
3. Today at work I will have a day of while at work.
4. What's blogging all about?
5. If I make a mistake I cringe, hide, and then desperately work to fix it.
6. When I woke up this morning, I thought SNOW DAY?!?!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to jewelry party, tomorrow my plans include BUNCO and Sunday, I want to sleep!!!!
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