Today, my son becomes a man...in the eyes of society, at least! But to me, he will always be the best of both worlds, a fun-loving little boy and the fantastic young man he has become, also. I am so glad that God chose me to be your mother and I am very proud of all that you have accomplished so far in your life.
Although I am sad to see the door close on your childhood, I am anxious to see what life has in store for you next. No matter what paths you chose in life, I know that you will always be a success. That is because you have what it takes to succeed in life. You have a deep faith in God that will see you through all of life's surprises. You are a good strong, caring, man that has intelligence, good leadership skills and an inner compass that points you in the right direction most of the time.
I love you very much !!!
Happy Birthday!!!
Friday, February 28, 2014
One of those weeks...
Have you ever had one of those weeks!!! You know the kind...where everything goes wrong and it all comes crashing in on you all at the same time. We'll, that's what the last week-no, actually, closer to two weeks- have been like! :(
Let's just begin with the fact that I now have no laptop on which to write my blog posts. I won't go into details and bore everyone...but let's just say that there have not been any recent posts lately because it's just not as easy typing on a little smartphone screen!!!
I also received some sad news that a dear relative had passed away and I went out-of-state to his services. Although this has been a sad and trying time for us, I was truly humbled by my cousins and aunt.
My four siblings and I live in three different states and have very busy lives right now, but I was blessed to be able to spend time with all of them, my cousins , and all of my relatives this weekend. We heard some wonderful stories of my uncle, and our mother, that made us laugh and cry.
In good times and in bad, family and friends love you unconditionally. Whether they are giving you a hug or a place to stay, they are there! Whether they know just what to say because they have walked the same path, or can only give you their presence...they are there!
I love all of my friends and family very much! They mean the world to me! We may not say the words that the other person wants to hear, but we always say them with love in our heart. We only want the best for each other. I can only hope that I have been there for you as much as you all have been there for me!
Let's just begin with the fact that I now have no laptop on which to write my blog posts. I won't go into details and bore everyone...but let's just say that there have not been any recent posts lately because it's just not as easy typing on a little smartphone screen!!!
I also received some sad news that a dear relative had passed away and I went out-of-state to his services. Although this has been a sad and trying time for us, I was truly humbled by my cousins and aunt.
My four siblings and I live in three different states and have very busy lives right now, but I was blessed to be able to spend time with all of them, my cousins , and all of my relatives this weekend. We heard some wonderful stories of my uncle, and our mother, that made us laugh and cry.
In good times and in bad, family and friends love you unconditionally. Whether they are giving you a hug or a place to stay, they are there! Whether they know just what to say because they have walked the same path, or can only give you their presence...they are there!
I love all of my friends and family very much! They mean the world to me! We may not say the words that the other person wants to hear, but we always say them with love in our heart. We only want the best for each other. I can only hope that I have been there for you as much as you all have been there for me!
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Spring...It does exist!!
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| Spring will be here soon, I promise!!
Green...So that's what color grass is!!! I have almost forgotten! It seems like it has been so long since we've seen it, that I thought we all might need a refresher course on the various shades of green that can exist in the spring.
I just looked at the calendar. It is only 6 more weeks until we are officially in spring. It will warm up
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Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Small things in life...
Tonight, writing this post in my nice warm house, I am very thankful for the small things in life. We take many things for granted, since they are part of our everyday life. But, on a night like tonight, I want to remember each and give them their due.
First, I am very thankful for the pizza delivery guy tonight. I didn't want to be out in this crazy weather after work and couldn't wait to get in the house. But he was cool with it! Thank you!
I am so very grateful to be able to come home to a nice warm house. You know that you are an adult when words like furnace, insulation, etc. hold a dear place in your heart!! LOL!
Warm clothes straight from the dryer, food to eat, a warm house, family and friends. Nothing is better!!!
Life is fantabulous!!!! I am so very blessed!!!
First, I am very thankful for the pizza delivery guy tonight. I didn't want to be out in this crazy weather after work and couldn't wait to get in the house. But he was cool with it! Thank you!
I am so very grateful to be able to come home to a nice warm house. You know that you are an adult when words like furnace, insulation, etc. hold a dear place in your heart!! LOL!
Warm clothes straight from the dryer, food to eat, a warm house, family and friends. Nothing is better!!!
Life is fantabulous!!!! I am so very blessed!!!
Friday, January 31, 2014
Present, future...or somewhere in between?
Several times today, I have found myself in conversations about making plans for the future. Earlier this morning, my husband and I had a long talk about this very topic. About where we wanted to be and where we are right now.
It really makes you think about things...What do we want out of life? Are we on our way, going in the right direction? Or are some major changes in order?
I think the answer to all of these questions is yes! We are heading in the right direction. We are making small decisions all the time that are moving us down the path that is right for us. But at the same time, maybe some major changes are in order sometime soon.
I also just ended the day today talking to a friend of mine. Her family just made a big decision this week that will open up a new chapter in their lives. I think that it will work out well for them. But that doesn't mean that she is not scared of the change...I think that she is both scared and excited all rolled up in one! Change is scary, there is no getting around that fact.
But taking the risk is worth it! Playing it safe gives you a level of security that is hard to deny. I know...I have spent the majority of my life just playing it safe. But, when I have decided to follow my instincts, it has brought only good things into my life.
If it is to scary to make those changes all at once and take a completely different route in life, then just make those small changes instead. Start making little daily decisions that don't seem to matter that much. Start trusting your instincts more, make the small decisions that make you happy...
Those small decisions may not seem like much, until you realize that you are out of that rut. You are generally happier everyday. You make enough of the small decisions during the journey and then you realize that you have changed your destination without even realizing it!!
It really makes you think about things...What do we want out of life? Are we on our way, going in the right direction? Or are some major changes in order?
I think the answer to all of these questions is yes! We are heading in the right direction. We are making small decisions all the time that are moving us down the path that is right for us. But at the same time, maybe some major changes are in order sometime soon.
I also just ended the day today talking to a friend of mine. Her family just made a big decision this week that will open up a new chapter in their lives. I think that it will work out well for them. But that doesn't mean that she is not scared of the change...I think that she is both scared and excited all rolled up in one! Change is scary, there is no getting around that fact.
But taking the risk is worth it! Playing it safe gives you a level of security that is hard to deny. I know...I have spent the majority of my life just playing it safe. But, when I have decided to follow my instincts, it has brought only good things into my life.
If it is to scary to make those changes all at once and take a completely different route in life, then just make those small changes instead. Start making little daily decisions that don't seem to matter that much. Start trusting your instincts more, make the small decisions that make you happy...
Those small decisions may not seem like much, until you realize that you are out of that rut. You are generally happier everyday. You make enough of the small decisions during the journey and then you realize that you have changed your destination without even realizing it!!
Friday, January 17, 2014
Day Off...Woo hoo!!!
Ahh...Had a day off from work. Nice feeling! Slept in late, got my hair cut, and had lunch with a friend. Now, I get to set in front of the TV all day, right?! Lol
I wish that was the way it worked!! Actually, not really. I took much of the day to really reflect on where I am and where I want to be at this time next year. I am one that is definitely guilty of whining about changes I need to make in my life...and then I don't do a damn thing about them.
So, today, I spent time thinking of what I want to have accomplished by the end of 2014. Then, I tried to break it down into smaller goals that will be much easier to reach. It's so easy to just say that I can't get that accomplished, so I am not going to even start.
Now that I have my yearly, monthly, weekly to-do list started, I can get started. I am going to do whatever I can to make our dreams come true. By the end of this year, we will have a lot of choices that will be open to us. I want to do whatever I can to be prepared for them.
I have a cousin that has been through a lot in the last few years. He had been injured while deployed several years ago and had a long recovery to get where he is now. Just about every time that I see his posts on Facebook, he is excited about his job or his classes in college. And he almost always finishes those posts with these words, "Hard work and dedication pay off!"
So, thank you, Drew! You are my inspiration for 2014 to remember to keep working towards those goals that I set for myself. Hard work and dedication to following my dreams will open up a lot of opportunities.
I wish that was the way it worked!! Actually, not really. I took much of the day to really reflect on where I am and where I want to be at this time next year. I am one that is definitely guilty of whining about changes I need to make in my life...and then I don't do a damn thing about them.
So, today, I spent time thinking of what I want to have accomplished by the end of 2014. Then, I tried to break it down into smaller goals that will be much easier to reach. It's so easy to just say that I can't get that accomplished, so I am not going to even start.
Now that I have my yearly, monthly, weekly to-do list started, I can get started. I am going to do whatever I can to make our dreams come true. By the end of this year, we will have a lot of choices that will be open to us. I want to do whatever I can to be prepared for them.
I have a cousin that has been through a lot in the last few years. He had been injured while deployed several years ago and had a long recovery to get where he is now. Just about every time that I see his posts on Facebook, he is excited about his job or his classes in college. And he almost always finishes those posts with these words, "Hard work and dedication pay off!"
So, thank you, Drew! You are my inspiration for 2014 to remember to keep working towards those goals that I set for myself. Hard work and dedication to following my dreams will open up a lot of opportunities.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
It's all about you, baby!!
Tonight, I decided that I am going to turn the tables on you. Instead of reading about my thoughts and craziness, I want to hear about you. What do you plan on doing for you in 2014? What steps are you thinking about taking to become more content in life? To follow your passion?
Are you going to start a gratitude journal? Learn a new skill? Make sure to take time for yourself everyday? Start living a simpler life?
Leave me a comment below and tell me what's going through your mind! If you have been having trouble leaving comments, reply to the email posting when you read this instead. I want to hear about you! Small baby steps or big dreams...let's start this journey together!
Are you going to start a gratitude journal? Learn a new skill? Make sure to take time for yourself everyday? Start living a simpler life?
Leave me a comment below and tell me what's going through your mind! If you have been having trouble leaving comments, reply to the email posting when you read this instead. I want to hear about you! Small baby steps or big dreams...let's start this journey together!
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