Waiting For Superman

Last night, I went against the wishes of my teacher union and went to see 'Waiting for Superman' a documentary about the failure of the American educational system. I will say for anyone seeing this film it would be hard to watch and not feel outraged. After all, these are your children and they are failing!!! Who wouldn't be bothered by this? Who wouldn't want to be more proactive? Who wants to see children fail? However, once you leave the theater, I would hope that you start to notice some discrepancies from the film and our 'real' schools.

For example, the film points fingers directly at bad teachers, complaining that it’s impossible to fire them thanks to teachers unions. Ok, there are bad teachers and it is hard to fire tenured teachers but ...seriously?!? Think about this... Doesn't this feel like an easy answer to a very complex problem? Our schools are failing is a HUGE problem! Is it a coincidence that all of the parents in the film are perfect? Although they are inner city struggling parents they work long hours to send their kids to private charter schools and for tutoring. They research every possible alternative to get their kids into better schools. They support their kids’ educations wholeheartedly. Kudos to these and the parents who care and support their child's education. However, this film never suggests that any of the problems of our educational system might be due to lack of parental interest. Honestly, let's just face it... there are parents out there who can't even tell you the name of their child's teacher! Did the documentary just fail to mention that? Sure, blame the teachers. Blame the teacher unions. Like I said, easy answer to a complex problem.

Further more, the documentary suggest that America's schools are behind with academics compared to other countries, even compared to the 70's. Well, yes they are but did this documentary even bother addressing America’s love for standardized testing? Every year, our students spend a huge chunk of their school years preparing for standardized government tests for school funding. If teachers are busy preparing for a once a year test, when do they have time to work on higher level, independent, and critical thinking skills? Did the documentary bother mentioning the fact that we expect teachers to address and fix every social problem in the country? Yet, in other high performing countries they have a zero tolerance for disobedience in school. Could this be why our schools are failing? Could it be that we are failing because fail to hold our parents, our politicians, and our government agencies accountable? Why other countries are so much more advanced than us? I don't know why America' schools are behind but these are a few thoughts, a few more questions..

OK, I promise to get off my soap box but you make a documentary and suggest that charter schools are the answers? Please 'Superman' come to our inner city school district and check out their charter schools and tell me that those schools are great. Tell me that they are the answer and their parents are more dedicated to their child's education because it it privatized.

The hard truth, there are numerous factors as to why our children are failing. Being a teacher is one of the hardest jobs in the world. You can't make a documentary about education unless you eat, sleep, breathe, and live it. Children are our future. We all know this, we all agree on this. It's been the saying for decade upon decade. So why are our schools failing? Well, it's a question with many answers. I think, if you’re looking for a starting point to understand what the children of this nation go through, this documentary is for you. Admittedly, I was reluctant to see the documentary, after all, I am an educator and it's kind of disheartening, but me being me, I had to see the film for myself. I did find myself agreeing with parts of the movie (and for the record I am not anti-this film) but in the end it did not really show what the American educational experience really entails. Talk to the teachers, culture it up and let's really get the question answered, instead of waiting on superman...

Really? A witch?

Yes, I got called a witch and this has to be the cutest apology letter ever!!!

hiphop is NOT dead. . . .

Rap music over the years has developed a bad rep and truthfully, I don't blame it. It has become so commericial. An overtly visual, gimmicky form of art, making millionaires out of shamefully ego driven artists. What you don't hear enough about are artists like Talib Kweli. So here's my blog shout out to an amazing artist!!!

Tonight, I'm at the gym, iPod bumping the sounds of Talib Kweli and as I listen, I'm thinking this guy is still so freakin unbelieveable. Jay Z wasn't lying when he spit the lyrics "If skills sold....truth be told...I'd probably be....lyrically Talib Kweli." As I drove I was just lost in translation with his lyrics. It was so refreshing.

I've been a fan of Talib for awhile now. I remember listening to the sounds of the BlackStar album on repeat. There's just something about street smart, political, meaningful lyrics that just "gets" me. Majority of the time, you're not going to find anything like that in mainstream rap but that's exactly what Talib gives... it's called think before you open your mouth. It's called real hiphop.

After taking a moment of sanity through my music, I can say I appreciate the club jawns but my heart has always been with real hip-hop. It's sad that so many have lost sight of what it really is... I listen to Talib's latest cd, I think of his song "Too Late" where he says, "Where were you the day hiphop died?" and I just embrace the fact that hiphop is NOT dead because Talib continues to keep it alive.

Thoughts Become Things

So, ask anyone who knows me and they will tell you I swear by the book The Secret. This book does not give any new concepts of how we can change our lives for the better it only restates all that we have heard here and there about positive thinking over the years. Throughout your life, you've heard the expressions, "you can do anything - go for it" or "think positive" or "half full not half empty" and so on.... the book takes the idea of positive thinking and suggest that when you put that positive thought into the universe your thoughts will then become your reality.

Okay doubters, I can hear you now, "I'm putting the thought of being a millionaire into the universe. Does that mean that I am going to win the lottery tomorrow?" Chances are NO! However, does that mean in the future an opportunity will come about for you to make more money? Well, I wouldn't put it past "the secret". Only if you think it. Until reading The Secret I didn't realize all of the negative thoughts I was putting upon myself, those around me, and in the universe.

Once I changed my thinking I noticed that the universe really does work in my favor. Do I think this book speaks differently to all people? Yes, absolutely, I think this book works differently for everyone, just like ALL self-help/spiritual books do but for me it has changed my life; it is my rock. Whenever I feel down, I pray, but then I turn to this book! I really do believe that thoughts become things and if you will it... it will happen. Okay, those of you that know me, how many times have you seen me use "the secret"? Exactly, It works!

I can't tell you how many times I have heard people say "I read this book. I followed everything they said to do. There was something that we were using the book for and we worked it diligently every day and when the time came time for "the secret" to work it failed us." Well, here's my thoughts on that... you probably put doubt and your negativity about "the secret" into the universe and that's exactly what "the secret" did for you... it had all your doubts and negative thoughts come true.

This Lullaby

It's one of those things you never know for certain because there's no way to enter all the relationship data in a computer and have it spit out a definitive answer. You can't quantify "love", and if you try, you can wind up focusing on misleading factors. Stuff that really has more to do with personality-- like the fact that some people are simply more expressive or emotional or needy in a relationship. But beyond such smokescreens, the answer is there. Love is seldom--almost never--an even proposition.

Sometimes in life, we just have to be happy with what people can offer us. Even if it's not what we want, at least it's something. Everyone has their weak spot. The one thing that, despite your best efforts, will always bring you to your knees, regardless of how strong you are otherwise..

With all this being said, you can never go from "being together" to "being friends", just like that, it's a lie. It's just something that people say they'll do to take the permanence out of calling it quits. And someone always takes it to mean more than it does, and then is hurt even more when, inevitably, the said 'friendly' relationship is still a major step down from the previous relationship, and it's like calling it off all over again.... but messier.


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It's JELLO shot time!!

When I was first asked last month if I would be interested in participating in a JELLO shot contest it sounded like a superb idea. In college, I was the queen of conjuring up different JELLO shots. I brought them to parties, float trips and almost any sporting event I went to... it was an easy way to make taking shots a little fun and festive. Looking back, I think it was my JELLO shot experiences in college that led me to saying, "I'm in" for the 3rd annual JELLO shot contest. So, now the time has come.... It's JELLO time!!! An invite was sent out letting all the contestants know the guidelines along with some pictures from the previous contests.

The Invite Read: The time is here for the 3rd annual JELLO shot competition. Each contestant will prepare 2 types of shots. Shots are judged by taste, creativity, and presentation. The winners of each category will move on to a championship round with the date to be picked by the winners.

So after reading the invite and looking at the pictures... I guess I'm not as good at making JELLO shots as I once thought. I didn't realize the intensity of the contest until now. Truth be told, I'm a little nervous. I've always made basic JELLO shots. By basic, I mean solid color. You know, the kind you make just like JELLO but add alcohol to them. Evidently, nothing spectacular.

The good news is that I have my uncle on my team who is super creative and very competitive. The other good news is that the contest is August 7, 2010 so we have some time to work on our shots. Tonight and the weekends to come we will be working diligently creating JELLO masterpieces so that we are prepared for the contest. Wish us luck and stay tuned for updates!!

On a side note, does anyone know how to make really awesome JELLO shots? :)

Good friends are hard to come by....

Throughout this whole first-time home buying experience I have really been humbled by how many truly great friends I have. Buying a house for the first time is a milestone in one's life.

This is such a SPECIAL moment in my life and it means the WORLD to me that my friend's want to share this milestone with me. I am so truly blessed to have such amazing people who are exited for me. When I look back on this time in my life, I will never forget those who shared this with me. Good friends are hard to come by and through this experience I really understand this. Thank you to all of my amazing friends.

On a side note: I wrote this a LONG time ago... I guess I forgot to hit the publish post button. Opppsss :)

The JOYS of being a homeowner!

So, I closed on my house last Wednesday and since have been a busy busy lady. I knew that I was in for some work, seeing how I purchased a foreclosed home that had not been occupied for over a year, but I don't think I really understood what I was truly getting into. Needless to say, it's a lot of hard work. It is exciting to see it coming along. Here are a few pics to see the progress.....

Step-dad & Tito fixing the guttering.

My bro using a caulking gun to touch up grout in the kitchen.

Dad rebuilding my front deck.

Nicci rolling the ceiling in the basement.

My nephew attempting to assit Papa with hooking up the icemaker waterline.

Joyce painting the sitting room ceilings.

Mom & Mark ripping up the carpet in the basement.

This is NOT an episode of HOARDERS!!

"Hoarding is a compulsive issue in which a person continues to obtain belongings and is unable to get rid of useless items. Even the most useless items that most people would describe as junk, is unable to be thrown away for the fear that it would be needed in the future. The compulsion can seriously affect a person's standard of living, with the home sometimes becoming unable to be traversed because it is extremely full of clutter." -Hoarders

This my friends, is NOT and episode of the show HOARDERS on A&E TV!! Although, if you were to walk into my apartment at this very moment you may think that were witnessing an episode first hand.

The disclaimer: I have never claimed to NOT be a pack-rat.

The past three days I have loaded box after box to be moved from my apartment to my new house. The sad part of this whole process is that I am not even close to being done. The kitchen, the closets, and the office have all been packed up and I am finding it is so hard to get rid of things! Can't it all go with me?

One day, I am going to be able to fit into my size 6 jeans and so therefore I need to keep them. It's the financially responsible thing for me to do so that I will not have to purchase new ones. Ohhh, and the size 4 jeans? Well, I need to keep them for inspiration to lose more weight, so of course they'll need to make the journey to the new house as well. Books from my college years. They are making the trip in case I need to make a reference. Tupperware, seriously, Can one really have enough tupperware? It is ALL making the trip. Non-matching lids and all.

This is NOT an episode of HOARDERS. Truth be told, I am getting rid of a lot of things. Seriously, I am tossing and trashing, Craigslisting & ebaying away. The things I am keeping, most of them, are with good cause. Tomorrow, I will pack up the belongings in the bathroom and I will not be keeping bottles of shampoo that are a less than a fourth full even though it's still be good for a few good washes!

Finally.

So, buying a house has become the biggest pain in my arse to date. After a billion mistakes made by Bank of America. *cough* *morons* I am finally going to be a homeowner. I'm not going to lie. It's pretty flippin exciting!!!

My Gift. My Curse.

Sometimes.. I think wayyyy too much. Ok, not sometimes. I always think wayyy too much. I always have. It's my gift and my curse.

Lately, I can't quit analyzing a "relationship" in my life; over thinking everything. My mind says one thing and my heart says another. I don't know if my questioning everything is just my insecurities, my fear, just me being a moron or just me being smart.

Am I trying to find things wrong with this person? Am I trying to find things wrong with the "relationship"? Am I purposely sabatoging this? Truth is, I really don't know. Part of me thinks I am.

Then, the other part thinks this is intution. I'm a woman who knows what she's worth and I'm being smart. I like to think I'm capable of reading between the lines. I've built walls for a reason and I keep distance for a reason.

My gift: All this thinking & I may saved myself from a major let down.
My curse: I want my brain to turn off & I want clarity.

This little blog of mine....

Blogs are supposed to be this place I can go to and express myself. A safe place, a quiet place, a place where I can say whatever because it's mine. They allow me to write in a much more casual tone than I would if I were writing a paper or an article for school. They allow me to put my ideas that are not fully developed into the universe with a promise to deliver more later.

With that being said, I have so many things I want to write about. All of them being random but personal, maybe too personal, and definitely not developed. It's been an a crazy week.... note, I did not say a bad week. With that being said, I am thankful for the weekend and thankful for this little place I can go called a blog. I have spent the last hour reading random blogs and not having to think about what I really want to write and publish for the whole wide world to read.

All, I will say is I cannot stand obnoxiously opinionated people who talk about things they know absolutely nothing about!! Maybe someday I will develop this more and write what I really want to write on this little blog of mine.

Holy Appliances!!

Geeze appliances are expensive!!! The stress for this new home buyer continues yet it's still an exciting stress. Yesterday, I went shopping, ok pricing, for appliances at three stores: Sears, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and some little appliance store off of I-152.

After hours of shopping, looking at model after model, analyzing feature after feature -- french doors vs. top/bottoms, stainless steal vs. black or white. I think I have found the perfect little stove and refrigerator for my kitchen.

Eeeeeee for excitement! I have chosen to go with G.E. models for both appliances. I have done my research (thank you consumerreports.org) and I am positive that I have made the right choice. The other appliances in my new kitchen are black. I think the black/stainless steal will be a perfect match! I can't wait to put up pics of the new kitchen toys when they are in their new home!! Stay tuned.

The Way It Is

No album has gotten me through the tough times of a heartache like Keyshia Cole's The Way It is. Tracks 1-12 are all absolutely amazing. My ex, who many of you know, put me through it. The cheating, the lies, the broken promises. . . I had never felt any kind of pain like that.

A broken heart is the worse-- I couldn't eat. I couldn't sleep. Everyday I felt like I was just going through the motions of life. I listened to her album on repeat; feelings of anger I had for him, the sadness of him breaking my heart, and the happiness from the good times we shared would overwhelm me on every track. Her album captured it all; so much that I haven't really listened to her album since.

Today, I listened to it on my way to work. Funny how music can bring those feelings back again because for a minute I actually missed him.

The truth is, I'm at such a better place in my life now. Looking back on it. . .things could have been very different for me and although I had heartache like none other... I'm glad it happened and thank you Keyshia Cole for getting me through it.

Ok, time to get this week started. Yayyyy for it being Monday & the end of the school year. The resolution continues. I'm happy. Are you?

The Resolution: My Job

Day 50,324: Ok, I've lost count of the days but the resolution continues. Today, I'm thankful for my job. Crazy some days, sensational others but I get to work in a field that displays one of my passions. I love learning and I love kids.

Tonight was SCIENCE NIGHT aka student-led conferences. Back in the day, when I was a youngster, we called nights like tonight "Open House". Our "Open House" began at 4:30pm and the families poured into my classroom where the kiddos were given the oppurtunity to show off their super scientist skills.

Kids went from station to station showing off their knowledge about the properties of matter. They were so engaged and so enthusiastic sharing every little detail they could remember from class about solids, liquids, and gases. Their parents were in awe taking in all of their little yet big words. I heard numerous comments like, "Jack and Jane just love learning. Thank you for all you do."

The warm fuzzies felt nice from their kind words. But they didn't feel as good as the warm fuzzies I got from my kids and how proud of them I was tonight. They bring a smile to my face on so many occasions... I'm thankful for nights like tonight. It is part of the plan of staying happy.

Here We Go Again. . .

Okay, so remember my blog about me being more active with my workouts? More so than I have been in a long time? Yeahhh, well, the good new is: I did not go into hibernation over the winter. (Thank you C25k app) The bad news is: I went into hibernation about a month ago.

It's mind boggling how easy it is to get out of the routine of working out. I mean, I was hitting the tredmill 3-4 times a week, sometimes even more than that, sometimes even in the early mornings and to top it off for 3 months straight!! Then one day, I just stop and here it is a month+ later and I decide to go for a run.

Let me just say, it was an amazing run. I had a great playlist (see below.. you might want to download a few of these pump-pump-pump it up songs) and the weather was beautiful!! My body is in pain, my shins are on fire and I'm excited to get back into it!!!


Today's Run Playlist
Please Don't Leave Me - PINK
Hard - Rihanna
How Low - Ludacris
Shakin it for Daddy - Robin Thicke ft Nicki Minaj
Sex is on Fire - Kings of Leon
Imma Be - Black Eyed Peas
Bad Romance - Lady Gaga (I'm absolutely in LOVE w/this song)
Mr.Jones:Live - Counting Crows

My Sanity

Music is truly my sanity. There is nothing like it. It helps me get through what seems like everything-- the five hour roadtrips, the last stretches of a run, & the sleepless nights. It has the ability to take me out of bad moods, put me in good moods, the ability to take me to other places.

Today I'm laying in my bed, blinds barely letting the sunshine in, iPod on the docking station blasting the sounds of Lauryn Hill Unplugged. If you've never listened to it... All I will say is, what an amazing album!?! It's the type of album you listen to and get lost in translation, get lost in all your thoughts, get lost in life.

As I type this blog, one of my favorites from the album is playing. It's a song that leaves me empowered. Some may listen to the song and think it's about a relationship; I think it's about life. The words Anti-conformity, Uncompromising, and Non-Complacent are the words that I feel when I listen to this song-- I Get Out.

Check it out and add it to your favorite playlist. http://listen.grooveshark.com/#/s/I+Get+Out/1eW3ra

Reasons, Seasons, & Lifetimes.

Lately, I've been doing a lot of soul searching. Thinking about my life thus far and the start of changes. Change is ineveitable. It's part of growth. It's part of life.

But a hard change that undoubtedly must be made for my own happiness involves some of the "friendships" that I have in my life. Friendships that were never really frienships. Friendships that have expired. Friendships that don't hold true to the defintion anymore. I'm to the point in my life that I'm done with a few of them. I'm washing my hands. Our reasons and seasons have come to an end...

I got an an email recenty that I keep thinking about and it couldn't have came at a better time. (Thanks Erica!)

People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person.

When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.

Some people come into your life for a SEASON, because your turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it, it is real. But only for a season!

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons, things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant.]

I'm thankful for this email. And for the ability to stop and reflect. And for the reason and season friendships for they have shaped me into who I am... and with that being said, I'm on to the next chapters of my HAPPY life.

Blessing In Disguise

Recently, I made a decision to go back to school for yet another degree; a Specialist in Education. In the beginning, I was very apprehensive about the decision to do so but was persuaded to go ahead and join the program despite my reservations.

Currently, my life is extremely busy. In a nutshell, I am a first time home buyer, my brother & 3yr old nephew live with me, and the work of a teacher never seems to end. Needless to say, I am stressed beyond words!! Yet somehow, I found the time to fill out the FASFA forms, write admission essays, request transcripts, blah, blah, blah, the whole nine yards!!

Since admission into the program, I have been mentally preparing myself for the amount of studying and discipline that would be required of me. Although, I knew that pursuing another degree would be an added stress, something inside of me was secretly excited to be back in school.

Yesterday was the start date of my new program, however, I didn't go. Everything just seemed to come to a halt (note: for extremely good reasons). As I sat in the parking lot watching everyone else walk into the building all I could think is that I was wrong not to trust my initial gut feeling--that feeling of apprehension.

Yes, I'm disappointed but I truly believe there are no coincidences in life. It may sound cliche but everything happens for a reason...maybe it was timing or maybe this just wasn't the program for me. I'd like to think that maybe this was just a blessing in disguise.

Angel Faces

My best friend, Angel, is a MAC makeup artist in New York City. He is unbelievably talented. He is amazing! I love when he comes back home to visit... for the short time he is in Kansas City, I have my own personal makeup artist.

It never fails, every time he does my makeup, I feel brand new. I feel womanly. I feel muy sexy. I can be anyone. I can do anything. I become bold. I become confidant. Who is this woman???


Angel finished my makeup and Eve started with my hair.


Ready for a night out with my friends.


No matter the look he gives me-- the smokey eyes, the golden bronze, the creative look, the deep creases-- he always manages to transform me into some kind of goddess.

The out & about pic: Eve, Angel, & Me.

Check out Angel's Profile http://www.angelfacesmakeup.com/

The Resolution: Eve

Day???: This is why I love my best friend. She knows me so well and am thankful she puts up with me!!





Me: Yeah, I'm about to get ready. We're gonna kick it tonight girl!
Eve: Ok, what you wearing?
Me: I think skinny jeans, black top, and those bebe heels.
Eve: Ok, start getting ready now.
Me: I'll call you when I'm ready.. give me an hour.
Eve: Cool.

***Hour goes by***

Me. Hey.
Eve: You're not going are you?
Me: No.
Eve: I knew it that's why I didn't even start getting ready.

Here comes the stress!!

There are two really big commitments that I must make if I am ever going to be a "Grown-Up".

1) Get married.
2) Buy a house.

Seeing that one is not option for me right now, I have proceeded with number two. I have done it. They accepted my offer. I have bought a house. I am officially a "Grown-Up".

Now.....

I feel the ulcers brewing. There are no major problems with the house. I just got my contract back. I am sending it to my loan officer on Monday. There have been no hangups in the process; everything is going smoothly. So why is this still so stressful?

Well, I know finances are one big stress...every time I walk through my new house I see more and more things that I need to do!!! My mind goes wild; this needs painting, that needs to be replaced, this needs fixing. Cha-ching, Cha-ching, Cha-ching. The dollar signs are adding up quickly.

Not to mention, it seems like any spare minute I get in this already crazy life of mine...I hear, "call this person, sign here, send this, fax that, call again, oh wait--sign again". Why can't you just get everything you need all at once? No, that would make it too easy. There are honestly, just not enough hours in the day!

I am happy about my house. Really, I am. It's exciting but between the jumping through hoops act with the house paperwork and the budgeting for the houses' expenses... I am stressed.

The Resolution: My Health

Wow, just got home from an amazing run at the gym and I’m really just feeling blessed. God is good! God is good! God is good!!

In the last year or two, I’ve had my share of health issues. It doesn't take but a minute to learn that it all means very little if you don't have your health. As I ran my mind went into blog mode; The Resolution. So, another day-- I am thankful for my health and the health of my family members. While so many are struggling with illness and disease around the world, we live in relative health. My health has never been under appreciated, but it’s never been more appreciated than it is now.

This New Year especially, I am counting my many blessings.
I've managed to miss getting H1N1. I’m in training for my first 5k marathon and am not going into hibernation this winter with my workouts. I have been more active than I have been in a long time. I'm healthy and I’m loving it.

The Resolution: My Mom

Day 1: I am thankful for....my family. My mom in particular for today’s blog but to be clear I am choosing to write about my mom but I am a total “Daddy’s girl”.

My mom is by far the classiest, most sophisticated, smartest, and prettiest woman I know. I admire her for so many reasons. I didn’t always grow up feelings this way about her.. In fact, I was quite the brat growing up. They say two women in one house is like two hens in hen house.. not sure what that quite means but I know I’ve heard it over and over again in regards to our relationship. Those of you who know me well, this probably doesn’t surprise you. Like I said, I was a brat.

But the good news is… I grew up & am no longer a brat. The important thing is we get along perfectly now. My mom is my best friend. She is my confidant. I can tell her anything. She’s listens and is honest. Now, does she still get on my nerves at times with her rambling voicemails? Definetely yes, I can’t wait until she just realizes I don’t check my messages; let alone ones that go on for the entire 3 minutes!! Then again, these little things that urk me are what make me love her.

Some of the most important lessons in life I learned from my her. I have learned generosity, sacrifice, simplicity, and appreciation. My mom taught me how to take pleasure in the simple things. I can’t put it all here, I am still learning from her but I wanted to acknowledge that today I am recognizing how thankful I am for her.

The resolution continues -- Be thankful for your Mom. I’m so thankful for mine.

The Resolution

This year has started out with a lot of thoughts-- a lot of thoughts that haven’t yet been put into writing. I have not been to work in three weeks and have had what seems like endless amounts of time to think. I’ve spent most of my time thinking of how I can improve myself in this new year, this new decade.

The resolution: Be happy.

The start of being happy in my life require appreciating the little things. I’m going to work on it… starting today I am going to make a point to give thanks for things in my life, even the littlest things.

So here goes it: Today I’m thankful for blogs. Blogs are great; the thing that is so great about blogs is that you don’t have to have it edited, you don’t have to be published, and it can something that is so personal to you (& yet there might not be anyone even reading it!! *jokes) Blogging is just wonderful and simple-- put your thoughts into writing and hit the enter button and BOOM there it is… out there for everyone in the world to read. It keeps me sane. It keeps me grounded. It gives me a place to go & release ME into the world.

Day1 down. Stay tuned.