I am forever grateful for the people I surround myself with in my life. My friends and my family.
There have been some pretty lively discussions about recent voting that occured in North Carolina around here lately (hence my last blog post). Many of you know that my brother is gay and incredibly happy with the person he has chosen to be with...and we all like him too.
As I read through the comments and the facebook posts about the vote the other day, I genuinely feel sorry for people who are gay and their family doesn't accept them.
My mother wrote a post about how proud she was of my brother and the person that he has become, regardless of his secual orientation.
The support from friends and family was overwhelming.
When they decide to get married (because they are going to, we already know that is the intention) we are going to have one hell of a party in a state that allows that to happen.
And I honestly can't wait for that day to happen.
I understand that this is a "hot button" issue right now, but I honestly don't understand why it needs to be. Who says that another person has the right to chose who someone else is going to be with for the rest of their lives?
And why shouldn't they be afforded the same benefits as any other couple in love?
I just don't get it.
On another note, hubby is working on the house this weekend with his father- which means that everything will be covered in a layer of plaster dust.
Hopefully by the end of it, the electricity in the whole downstairs will be rerun and we only need to deal with the upstairs....that's the plan anyway.
I am leaving work today and going and getting my hair cut and colored. I was trying to hold off until after the end of the summer but I am in the need of a pick me up and I think this is going to be it.
This was a rambling, nonsensical post. I hope that you are all doing well....sending hugs, love and lots of smiles to all of you.
About Me
- colenic
- Trying to remember that there is always a reason, always something that makes you smile during the day- recognizing the event, person or situation that made you smile will make your day seem that much better.
Friday, May 11, 2012
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
One question
With a caveat that I appreciate discuss and the ability for people to freely express their opinions respectfully.
In regards to recent political events
My question is:
If I have moral issues with the person that you have chosen to marry- does that mean that I can tell you that you aren't allowed to marry them?
And a follow up question:
Why does anyone have that right?
In regards to recent political events
My question is:
If I have moral issues with the person that you have chosen to marry- does that mean that I can tell you that you aren't allowed to marry them?
And a follow up question:
Why does anyone have that right?
Sunday, May 6, 2012
A weekend away
to go visit little ones almost has me motivated again..
we headed north to visit and celebrate a trio of birthdays and a graduation from college.
The ride is always the best part..
Just me and my hubby...
the dreariness lifted yesterday morning as we headed north...
everything is so green after the none stop rain we have had for the last week.
We had a chance to actually talk about some changes that may or may not be on the horizon..
A change in path, together...and it's a tough decision.
It involves moving away from everything he finds safe if the opportunity arises...which is yet to be determined..
just a couple of parking lot conversations..
but he and I talked and hashed out issues with going and not going..
It would be an incredible adventure, but one that requires by in on both our parts, not just one.
Sacrifices will be made either way...
We got up there and spent the day with nephews and cousins...a baby in the house for the first time in a long time and a couple of nephews who weren't quite sure what to make of it...
but it was fun to listen to the giggles..
Family betting on the derby happened as well as oggling at amazing hats...
I wish I had the recipe for mint juleps because those would have been consumed after the babes went to bed...
The kiddos had sombreros for Cinco de Mayo and the adults had margaritas after bed time.
Birthday cake was consumed and funny cards passed out...a few high spirited games of uno were played.
Tonight was a very wet night as someone was trying to use the warm water from the washing machine line to do some cleaning outside.
Hoses were run and not connected quite tightly enough...
The laundry room floor got a good cleaning...
and then again when the drain line wasn't hooked up properly for the first load of laundry...
but at least we could laugh about it as we were sopping up the water...
Hubby's birthday is tomorrow..I am afraid that there is only one sappy card to be read.
He wants something for his birthday that requires him to pick it out so a very boring gift card will be given...and I have been debating a singing chicken at his office...if only I could find one.
I hope that the full moon brought it's restorative powers to you all this weekend....I did go out last night and soak up some of it's rays and hoping for a quiet week at work..
sending hugs and lots of love on the back of the moon rays and star beams tonight..
we headed north to visit and celebrate a trio of birthdays and a graduation from college.
The ride is always the best part..
Just me and my hubby...
the dreariness lifted yesterday morning as we headed north...
everything is so green after the none stop rain we have had for the last week.
We had a chance to actually talk about some changes that may or may not be on the horizon..
A change in path, together...and it's a tough decision.
It involves moving away from everything he finds safe if the opportunity arises...which is yet to be determined..
just a couple of parking lot conversations..
but he and I talked and hashed out issues with going and not going..
It would be an incredible adventure, but one that requires by in on both our parts, not just one.
Sacrifices will be made either way...
We got up there and spent the day with nephews and cousins...a baby in the house for the first time in a long time and a couple of nephews who weren't quite sure what to make of it...
but it was fun to listen to the giggles..
Family betting on the derby happened as well as oggling at amazing hats...
I wish I had the recipe for mint juleps because those would have been consumed after the babes went to bed...
The kiddos had sombreros for Cinco de Mayo and the adults had margaritas after bed time.
Birthday cake was consumed and funny cards passed out...a few high spirited games of uno were played.
Tonight was a very wet night as someone was trying to use the warm water from the washing machine line to do some cleaning outside.
Hoses were run and not connected quite tightly enough...
The laundry room floor got a good cleaning...
and then again when the drain line wasn't hooked up properly for the first load of laundry...
but at least we could laugh about it as we were sopping up the water...
Hubby's birthday is tomorrow..I am afraid that there is only one sappy card to be read.
He wants something for his birthday that requires him to pick it out so a very boring gift card will be given...and I have been debating a singing chicken at his office...if only I could find one.
I hope that the full moon brought it's restorative powers to you all this weekend....I did go out last night and soak up some of it's rays and hoping for a quiet week at work..
sending hugs and lots of love on the back of the moon rays and star beams tonight..
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Amazing Article
Three Steps to Living Fearlessly with More Love
A person, someone I knew when I was in college and had an incredible amount of repect for wrote this article.
It not only embodies the way I have strived (not always successfully) to live my life..but is also written incredibly well.
She and I worked on a few shows together when we were in college.
She is the first one to tell me that if someone calls me a bitch, I should say thank you because it means that I know what I want and am not afraid to stand up to whomever or whatever to get it. She is amazingly talented in many ways- plus the picture of her daughter is adorable!
Hugs and love
A person, someone I knew when I was in college and had an incredible amount of repect for wrote this article.
It not only embodies the way I have strived (not always successfully) to live my life..but is also written incredibly well.
She and I worked on a few shows together when we were in college.
She is the first one to tell me that if someone calls me a bitch, I should say thank you because it means that I know what I want and am not afraid to stand up to whomever or whatever to get it. She is amazingly talented in many ways- plus the picture of her daughter is adorable!
Hugs and love
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Pondering
I have been pondering the path that we take in our lives.
Mine is at something of a cross roads and whenever I am faced with a big decision, I can't help but look at the path behind me to see what lessons have been taught that can be used in the future.
There comes a point when you reach a fork in the road.
You need to decided which path to follow
you're never sure which path is right.
The one that looks easiest may have something lurking around that first bend
And the one that may have obstacles in the beginning may be smooth sailing once you get past the point that you can't see.
The path is uncertain and there are bound to be obstacles..
What I continually find amazing is that the people who are on the side of the path, regardless of which one you chose are the same.
They are there, cheering you on, pushing you harder, walking with you when you need it, sometimes even carrying you.
Those people, the ones who will support you no matter what you decide, they are your life line at times when it's scary...they are the ones who will be with you when that path is clear...and the ones who will reach out their hands to you when you meet the really tough challenges.
There are some people who you see only once on the path...they walk with you for a while and then fade into the background.
There are those that you haven't met yet, who are waiting for you at the next bend to help you on a leg of your adventure that you don't even know exists yet.
Then there are the people who are always right there, regardless of who else is...the people who can be front and center sometimes and other times they fade into the background, but they are still there, ready to jump forward if you stumble.
There are big things and small things along the path, some meant to challenge you and others tucked away just waiting to be noticed.
There are times on the journey that you stop and ponder what you might have missed, whether those little things that you barely noticed were more significant than you realized.
The fork in the road.
It's a scary place to be.
To not know which way is the "right way".
To trust in yourself to make that first step in the right direction.
To know with all certainty that you are going the right way.
I have almost come to the fork in the road.
The people that I love and care about most, my parents, my siblings, my friends and most importantly my hubby, they are all around me.
They are trying to help me decide the right path.
While the decision doesn't have to be made today or tomorrow...it will be made in the near future.
The first step is the scariest.
The most unsure.
What I know for sure is that no matter which path I chose, no matter which direction I go, there are people who will always be cheering me on, helping me, walking with me, and lending a hand when it's necessary, whether I know it or not.
One is a road less traveled, promises a big adventure.
The other, while not as adventurous , holds uncertainty as well.
I find myself wondering whether the two intersect again somewhere in the future or whether they go in opposite directions.
I won't know until I make the first step.
Wishing you all love and peace tonight on whatever path you are on. Know that I am standing on the side lines, walking beside you or giving you a hand to get up if you've stumbled and I am awfully glad that our paths have intersected.
Hugs and love!
Mine is at something of a cross roads and whenever I am faced with a big decision, I can't help but look at the path behind me to see what lessons have been taught that can be used in the future.
There comes a point when you reach a fork in the road.
You need to decided which path to follow
you're never sure which path is right.
The one that looks easiest may have something lurking around that first bend
And the one that may have obstacles in the beginning may be smooth sailing once you get past the point that you can't see.
The path is uncertain and there are bound to be obstacles..
What I continually find amazing is that the people who are on the side of the path, regardless of which one you chose are the same.
They are there, cheering you on, pushing you harder, walking with you when you need it, sometimes even carrying you.
Those people, the ones who will support you no matter what you decide, they are your life line at times when it's scary...they are the ones who will be with you when that path is clear...and the ones who will reach out their hands to you when you meet the really tough challenges.
There are some people who you see only once on the path...they walk with you for a while and then fade into the background.
There are those that you haven't met yet, who are waiting for you at the next bend to help you on a leg of your adventure that you don't even know exists yet.
Then there are the people who are always right there, regardless of who else is...the people who can be front and center sometimes and other times they fade into the background, but they are still there, ready to jump forward if you stumble.
There are big things and small things along the path, some meant to challenge you and others tucked away just waiting to be noticed.
There are times on the journey that you stop and ponder what you might have missed, whether those little things that you barely noticed were more significant than you realized.
The fork in the road.
It's a scary place to be.
To not know which way is the "right way".
To trust in yourself to make that first step in the right direction.
To know with all certainty that you are going the right way.
I have almost come to the fork in the road.
The people that I love and care about most, my parents, my siblings, my friends and most importantly my hubby, they are all around me.
They are trying to help me decide the right path.
While the decision doesn't have to be made today or tomorrow...it will be made in the near future.
The first step is the scariest.
The most unsure.
What I know for sure is that no matter which path I chose, no matter which direction I go, there are people who will always be cheering me on, helping me, walking with me, and lending a hand when it's necessary, whether I know it or not.
One is a road less traveled, promises a big adventure.
The other, while not as adventurous , holds uncertainty as well.
I find myself wondering whether the two intersect again somewhere in the future or whether they go in opposite directions.
I won't know until I make the first step.
Wishing you all love and peace tonight on whatever path you are on. Know that I am standing on the side lines, walking beside you or giving you a hand to get up if you've stumbled and I am awfully glad that our paths have intersected.
Hugs and love!
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
end of month
It's the end of another month.
Which means that work is insane.
I am listening to a little voice at the other end of the phone...
it's bed time and she just had ice cream.
My best friend's daughter..
She is just too cute..
She is convinced that I live in Florida with a pool (because that's the last place I saw her).
She wants to come to my hotel and stay with me instead of me coming to see her at the end of next month.
She is convinced that nothing we can do will be as much fun as we had at my house.
She cracks me up.
My trip is only 29 days away and I can't wait...
There are several friends out in blogworld that are going through some tough times right now...
For Skippy and Teresa- I am sending extra special love and hugs out to both of you tonight.
I wish there was more than virtual hugs and words that I can offer..but know that I mean them sincerely and from the bottom of my heart...if I could take it all away...I totally would.
To all of you I am sending calming thoughts, deep breaths and a moment or two of peace to steal away from the craziness of life.
Until next time!
Which means that work is insane.
I am listening to a little voice at the other end of the phone...
it's bed time and she just had ice cream.
My best friend's daughter..
She is just too cute..
She is convinced that I live in Florida with a pool (because that's the last place I saw her).
She wants to come to my hotel and stay with me instead of me coming to see her at the end of next month.
She is convinced that nothing we can do will be as much fun as we had at my house.
She cracks me up.
My trip is only 29 days away and I can't wait...
There are several friends out in blogworld that are going through some tough times right now...
For Skippy and Teresa- I am sending extra special love and hugs out to both of you tonight.
I wish there was more than virtual hugs and words that I can offer..but know that I mean them sincerely and from the bottom of my heart...if I could take it all away...I totally would.
To all of you I am sending calming thoughts, deep breaths and a moment or two of peace to steal away from the craziness of life.
Until next time!
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Thursday's List
Today was a pretty good...
put out fires as needed...
Decided to work from home tomorrow since I was leaving at noon anyway.
It will be nice to not have to drive into the office.
Debating on what we are doing this weekend..
our presence has been requested up north...
We will see...I would like to just stay home and hang out.
Hubby is cutting down massive overgrowth outside while trying to save the blackberry bushes that are intertwined in the mess.
I made grilled pizza for the first time this season and managed to not burn the crust...which is always good.
I am feeling settled...which is good.
Trying to see the positives again, instead of getting mucked up in the negativity...
It's nice to be out of the fray.
I hope that you all are having a good week...
I love the vlogs today from some of my favorite peeps!! So very wonderful to your corners of the world!!
sending special thoughts out to one of us who is going through some heavy stuff right now...you know who you are and I hope you know how very special you are to me and many others...
Hugs and lots of love to everyone!! I hope that you have magical moments this weekend!
put out fires as needed...
Decided to work from home tomorrow since I was leaving at noon anyway.
It will be nice to not have to drive into the office.
Debating on what we are doing this weekend..
our presence has been requested up north...
We will see...I would like to just stay home and hang out.
Hubby is cutting down massive overgrowth outside while trying to save the blackberry bushes that are intertwined in the mess.
I made grilled pizza for the first time this season and managed to not burn the crust...which is always good.
I am feeling settled...which is good.
Trying to see the positives again, instead of getting mucked up in the negativity...
It's nice to be out of the fray.
I hope that you all are having a good week...
I love the vlogs today from some of my favorite peeps!! So very wonderful to your corners of the world!!
sending special thoughts out to one of us who is going through some heavy stuff right now...you know who you are and I hope you know how very special you are to me and many others...
Hugs and lots of love to everyone!! I hope that you have magical moments this weekend!
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