Cracking the windows open

Last week was a beautiful week. The skies were clear from the gray clouds I have grown accustomed to these past months. What a treat it was and I suddenly felt like getting ready for spring. I went out and bought some candles for my little patio and some decorations. We swept the patio and started getting it all “pretty” for the evenings I was already planning on spending out there.

In the spring cleaning mood I started opening windows around the apartment. These windows haven’t been open since late October so it was a little difficult. Like an old grumpy man refusing to let its grip go I struggled to crack my windows open. Finally with one big pull I opened it and a cool whoosh of fresh air came in. Ahhh how great it felt, I lit my new candle and started cleaning my place.

The beautiful weather didn’t last long, first day of spring here in Chicago it snowed! I went outside and brought in my new patio candles and décor…guess I was too early.

Loving it!

The other day I had to go to the suburbs for a business event. Hours later my business partners and I were searching for a place to eat, frustrated I yelled, “Take me back to the city!” about an hour later I was sitting at a table in the middle of Lincoln Park. Ahhh it was wonderful to be back in this crazy, full-of-life city. The weather is changing, still cold but the snow is melted and everyone is coming out of hibernation.

Today I did something I haven’t been able to do in over 8 months…and that was shop for me! I picked up a skirt, white tank and “girly stuff” and Victorias Secret! Ohhh how I enjoyed this day and look forward to many more to come.

Birthday Meltdown

Anyone who knows me….really knows me understands how my birthday is a big deal. I love celebrating…Me! I love the balloons, streamers, confetti, PRESENTS, well wishes, cards, hugs, smiles and laughs. It’s a day that I feel loved and special.

Of course I knew that my 38th birthday would be different but one day on my way home from work, the reality hit me, and hit me hard. I sat at the very back of the bus and cried knowing that I would truly be alone this birthday. It would be just another day! That has never happened and I fell apart knowing the truth of it. But of course true to form, after two days I pulled myself together and chalked it up to being another one of those “first”. I have no expectations this year and I think that is the wisest thing I can do. I will find someway of making it special!

Cause that’s what I do!

P90X week 1

Week one down and I’m feeling great! Sore…but great. I love the variety in the program and how motivating it is. I’m already seeing a difference in my body and that only reinforces my commitment to seeing the whole program through and to "Bringing It" each and every day!

Birthday Countdown

Many people already know how much I LOVE my birthday. There is always a countdown I send to my friends and family via email or text. And as of today 21 more days until MY DAY!!!

Busy Busy and more Busy

That has been the pace of my life lately. With our company getting ready for the Chicago Bridal Expo, working our day jobs and trying accomplish other things that need attending to. Its been a crazy couple of months and with my computer on the fritz its been a painful separation from my blogs, mostly when I have so much to say! Anyway keep checking in cause there is lots to share.

Museums

And just the other day as I was walking to a friends place I realized that all the snow has melted. I thought "I guess it will just be cold." I woke up this morning to a snowing day! After playing around on the computer for a bit I figured I needed to do something this month. Yes its cold, yes it’s snowing and raining, yes I still have to wear my winter garb…BUT I live in this great city filled with culture, arts and museums! So I’m pulling out my calendar and setting a day to visit a museum in Chicago, there are so many to choose from and that’s part of the fun. Stay tuned to see what I chose.

Now off to enjoy a cup of tea and start my day….

Ciao!