So Monday....We Meet Again

Breaking Bread with the BJD's

Saturday night was an evening filled with great food, laughter and catching up with all my friends.  It was the first time Diva Perla had hosted us all at her home and she did a super job, as always, being the party princess.  Appetizers including her homeland speciality lumpia followed by a dinner of rice, noodles, teriyaki chicken, and shrimp.  She decked out her table with china, linens, and candles for our meal and it was a superb setting for us to catch up with one another.  She then served a dessert of mango sorbet with a crisp chocolate cookie which was a wonderful finish to our meal.

While our intent was to karaoke, it was just too much fun sitting around the table and swapping stories until late so we passed up the singing scene.  Thanks Diva Perla for hosting such a fabulous party for us girls to share stories; I look forward to the next one, which hopefully will be sooner rather than later!!

Getting My Weekend On!

Ahhh...the weekend!  Yesterday this involved washing my car in the sun then making a large pitcher of Vanilla Chamomile ice tea to go with my chopped salad for dinner.  Boys off camping so the house was all mine!  A little Fashion Police, chatting on the phone, Facebook, Pinterest and painting my nails made my evening sheer relaxation! 

This morning nudged me out of bed too early; along with that, my eye along with my nose is puffed up due to allergies.  Arrrggg!  Eggs, toast and coffee for breakfast during which time my head was wrapped into reading the In-Style, Vanity Fair and Us magazines borrowed from my work break room.  Once my allergies subside, little Stubbs is in for a haircut and shampoo.

Tonight is all set for a get together with the Blue Jacket Divas.  Dinner at Diva Perla's then we will go out for karaoke!  Nothing like belting out Patsy Cline to make one feel liberated!  I also have a pair of bright pink high heels that are itching to be worn!!

Senior Sam Sneak Peek

Son Sam's senior pictures arrived in the mail today.  What a handsome guy!!  And he inherited his mama's dimples!!    Ahhh...they grow up too fast!!

TGIF!!!!

Remove Yourself From the Scene and Depart Quickly.

Here's an example of a few fashion fads that just don't make sense.

• Long in back, short in front shirt.  About as stylish as a mullet.
• Mustache trend....WTH?  It was funny for about a minute but now it's over.  Way over.
• Holes in my shoulders.  Nothing like shoulder cut-outs to make a woman look like a quarterback.
• Denim shirts.  Try as you might to make them uber in style, the bulky denim, flap pockets, and farmer inspired design simply doesn't work.
• Feather.  Anything.  Please.  Stop.  Now.
• Chest length earrings. With my limited neck length, earrings like this become a belly bangle.
• Dip dyed floral tees.  This pattern has been hanging around for about eight years, which means it's expiration date was 7 1/2 years ago.

 

But First, Of All Things, is Me

It’s been a whirlwind two years in my life, including the graduation and independence of my older child; the upcoming graduation of my youngest; the death of my father; dealing with significant stress and commute of my job yet overcoming those obstacles to find satisfaction in my position; an unexpected yet blessed divorce; entering the dating world, which led to one short-term boyfriend quickly followed by a long-term relationship; and recently becoming again single.  In the last year my strength and resolve has been tested and new rules have been instituted to ensure my home is safe and provides a sanctuary.  My will as a single mom has been tested to the highest levels.  Although there have been some rough patches, my finances continue to provide for the living expenses for myself, my kids, and my dog.  My goal to grow my two sons into responsible men is steadily moving along, especially now that both are adults. 
 
Now the time has come for my own self-reflection.  I’ve sought to fill my post-divorce life with dating, seeking to find someone who will love me.  But that isn’t enough.  Before love or a new relationship finds me, there are other personal obstacles that must be obtained.  In order to be happy with someone else, my first goal is to be happy with myself.   The ability to stand my ground, say “No” without explanation, and follow through must be established within my core.  My detrimental habit of seeking approval and giving to all others above my own better interests must be eliminated.  My ability to set boundaries must be reinforced and my personal life needs to borrow strength from my professional demeanor.  This isn’t to say I’m flopping on the floor with no teeth to my will; these are simply areas that need my attention for improvement.
 

What does all this self-insight mean?  That my spirit needs a rest – a time to eliminate outside chaos and turmoil; a time to seek peace; and a time to pamper my heart.  A time to continue my course for health and wellness all the while grooming my sons to fly the nest. As with the Project Runway cast-offs, it’s time for me to bid Auf Wiedersehen to the tattered whirlwind of my past two years and look forward to a time of peace, happiness, and contentment.  It's time to picture myself as a sculptured, pink high heel stiletto encased in diamonds....a beautiful piece of work which is deserving of my love.