Our lil secrets…

Recent conversation between myself and my 3 year old nephew:

“Aunt Lee, are you a bitch?” (whispers last word)

I, somewhat surprisingly reply, “No, and you are not allowed to say bad words like that.”

My nephew matter-of-factly states “Yes, I can.  I can say bad words if I whisper them.”

The conversation went on a bit further, mostly involving Santa and his super-sharp ears that can even hear whispered curse words in the summer.  Anyway, this conversation got me thinking about how many times we, as adults, may believe the same idea.  Whispered words don’t hurt as bad, or mean the same than spoken words, and we may even consider our thoughts as a type of whisper.  And although we don’t have a jolly man in a red suit to answer to, it is important for us to remember that even whispered words will fall on someone’s ears eventually.  Please make sure you won’t be ashamed, angered, hurt, or afraid when they do.

Peace

Weddings…made to order!

I work for a bridal salon in Philly, which I must say is never boring, and always, for the most part, really pleasant and exciting.  Yeah, sure, every once in a while I meet a bridezilla who expects the world to stand still because she is getting married, however, most young ladies are absolutely amazing!!!

It’s enlightening and inspiring to hear about so many people’s relationships, proposal tales, and weddings.  The differences at times can be monumental, but the one thing that remains the same across the board is the love two people feel for each other that makes them yearn to committ to spending the rest of their lives together…..it’s the look!!!!  When I speak with new brides-to-be about her relationship, or the proposal they all have this look in their eyes..one of utter joy, peace, and total happiness!!  I tell ya, I can’ t wait to be one of them, and I feel that everybody has someone to love and to be loved by….don’t discard, or discount….I think it can happen if you really want it, and are not scared, ashamed, or too proud to go after it!

Where will my feet take me….someday???

So, I suppose it’s everyone’s dream to not have to work and just spend our days meandering through different cities, countries, towns, and cultures for the remainder of our days.  However, I am well aware that this is, for most, nothing but a pipedream.  But, I am on a mission to try to make the most of my time here….I wanna  see and experience different places, people, and things.  The trick is…how do you accomplish these things in the cheapest way possible, without staying in some flea bag, dumpy motel or hostel??… Because mama doesn’t like bugs and sharing toilets.

So, c’mon…give it to me, friends!  Tell me about some great places that  I can see for a reasonable price.  Share with me, and the world, your money-saving travel ideas….I wanna hear them!!!  Who knows maybe you’ll learn a thing or two also. 

Thanks, Friends……

Hello world!

This morning I woke up, got out of bed…when I looked to the floor I realized I had no feet–I couldn’t see them…and I’m not even pregnant!!!  What happened??!!  Have I really ate, studied, and worked my way to being 50lbs overweight at almost 29 years old???  Crap!  Now, believe me, I am not one of those girls who is overly obsessive about appearance…I do allright, however, I want the old woman behind the check out at the pharmacy to stop asking me how my pregnancy is progressing!!!

So, this is it…it’s up to me….I have to be the change I want to see in myself.  I have support from great friends and family, and my boyfriend is totally boss!!!!  But I’m a big girl (in both ways now!)  I’m ready to step up and make some better choices with better voices!!!!  C’mon ladies, take the step with me.  I pledge to be the best thing in MY LIFE.  No haters…If you won’t help make me-you won’t break me!

I AM THE ANSWER I WAS LOOKING FOR!

Peace;)