“If we write our dreams and goals down, we dramatically increase our odds of realization. If we share them with others, they become potent and alive.” ~Kristin Armstrong My dear friend, Amy, sent me the above quote several weeks ago with the words “Timely…don’t ya think? And don’t worry – I will keep you accountable.” Seriously, how great of a friend is she?The thing is, … Continue reading Kick Failure in the Nuts
“Living large was once the deal, now I watch the stars instead. They are timeless and predictable unlike most things that I do…” ~Jimmy Buffett The music of Jimmy Buffett always, always, sets me right. If I’m sad or in a mental dark place, it brings me back to the light. If I have life questions, I often find a lyric that holds a path to … Continue reading I Want to Watch the Stars Instead
I’ve been sitting here, staring at a blinking cursor, trying to put into words what is in my head and I am failing miserably. I’m not frustrated about it. I just can’t word it like I’d like. I can’t make it cohesive. It would be a round about way to get from point A to point B. Ain’t mad about it though… My “lil” sistah, … Continue reading Crazy Delight
Some people have these dreams to be superstars and world famous for something. I wasn’t put on this earth to become the next sensation. I knew I was put on this earth to make a difference in at least one persons life. I didn’t have to be aware of it, but I knew I would make a difference in one persons life. It didn’t have … Continue reading Making a Difference
No song of the day. I’m under the weather. I’m tired and I don’t feel good. So today, I give you my youngest niece. She was schedule to have eye surgery on Wednesday but it now has been rescheduled. Despite the obstacles life has thrown at her, she is always smiling and always has the best outlook. This picture reminds me to always smile and … Continue reading Nothing New
Latin phrase that means “love of fate” or “love of one’s fate”…It is used to describe an attitude in which one sees everything that happens in one’s life, including suffering and loss, as good. Moreover, it is characterized by an acceptance of the events or situations that occur in one’s life Do you ever have that moment when something clicks in your head and then suddenly … Continue reading Amor Fati
“Music is my God, my Best Friend.” ~Ville Valo of H.I.M. I have a piece of audio with Ville saying that and when it pops up in my iTunes I always smile. It reminds me of the way music has touched me in my life. Music is my best friend. It has always been there for me in the best of times and the worst … Continue reading Music is my God, my Best Friend
I’m a writer…I’ve written 4 novels (non published), in the process of writing at least 4 more & write poetry I’m a dreamer. I dream big, ask for the galaxy, and hope to catch a falling star. I’m an arm chair astronomy geek. I love star gazing. Have loved it since my Uncle Roy taught me how to find the Big Dipper in the sky. … Continue reading 100 Facts About Me
I saw a sign on Pinterest and it said “There are over 7 billion people on the planet, are you going to let 1 person ruin your day?” And I thought, wow, that’s pretty powerful. But today, I let one person @ poor customer service ruin my day. It was really the straw that broke the camel’s back for this company. Normally, I’ll let the … Continue reading Frustration and Focus
I spent a few hours with my funny 2 year old niece. She always makes me laugh. She says exactly what’s on her mind without thought and I love it. I hope she keeps her quick wit and sharp tongue as she grows. It is part of what makes her amazing. She’s getting over a stomach virus. She reeks of vomit and it’s encrusted in … Continue reading Simple Things