Blessings, affirmations, grace, and reflection

Usually I feel like the holly daze come upon us too fast, but this year is different. This year I am craving the comfort of a big mug of thick egg nog and the delicious smell of pine and cinnamon in the air. Bring on the Holly Daze!

'jolie-laide' is a new word to add to my very limited French vocabulary. Jezebel posted an article about "Ugly Betty" and one of the commenters posted about the French word ' jolie-laide ' which describes someone who is not classically beautifu l. I've never felt Beyonce beautiful, but I do have pretty days. Every notice how attractive people are smiled at more often? Start with the inside and work your way out. Beauty is more than skin deep so when you exude beauty and confidence in your demeanor then others will shine that light back to you. And if they don't then they probably need to find their own light of self-love. Just some food for thought.

Usher pretty much says it all here. more about " Usher ‘Hush’ ", posted with vodpod

I am so ready to get started. Everything in my life is in park. I'm ready to change gears and go places. I know a few months from now I will complaining, wishing I had time to stop, but right now I want to drive. I've been on an extended hiatus from working out. I'm ready to get back into shape. I know most people like to do it in the summer, but I am ready now. I love to look cute and I am tired of my body being loosey goosey. I've filled up my fuel tank and I am ready to pull out of the parking space and get on the road.

It took me over 30 years to finally learn that the key to having a successful relationship is communication. I've been giving a lot of thought about reuniting with the star. As I said, we've been staying in contact and I think we both have unresolved feelings for each other. Here is where I feel we went wrong...he kept trying to figure out what we were doing and I kept blowing him off. I wouldn't open up, I wouldn't talk about my wants or needs with him. Wrong, wrong, wrong! I stumbled on this post about men who won't put a title on relationships. It caught my attention because a friend is caught up in the undefined zone right now. This has never been a problem for me because I've never asked for anything. I've never wanted a title, ring, etc. Toward the end of the relationship with the star I did want something more with him. He may have sensed that, hence he disappeared. In our recent phone conversations I get the feeling that he wants to pick up wh...

Is it possible to be in love with a couple? If so, I am madly in love with Barry O and Michy.

Simply amazing!!! Accept what God allows You're better off anyways Face the facts and you will never stray Turn your faith a loose He'll bring you out and give you all the proof So don't question God, just accept what God allows [VERSE 2:] We all go through life asking the question, why? Why all these burdens, why when loved ones dies Why do I have to worry, why do I have to cry When I know jesus, He's gonna fix it ll by and by [CHORUS:] Accept what God allows, Even when you don't understand accept every trial Accept even now, He'll give you a smile Put it in his hands, He has a master plan, Your trial is but a stepping stone It will lead you heavenly home

For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. 1 Timothy 6:10 The question of love vs. money is one that comes to the surface every now and then. Friends going through relationship drama offer an interesting perspective into the human mind. Let's look at friends A and B. Friend A is a hard working 40 y.o. who married young, divorced young and remarried in her late 30s. In marriage number one, money wasn't an issue. In marriage number two, she was looking for characteristics that she didn't find in marriage number one. Marriage number two lasted four year. The problem? Money. Friend A makes a decent wage and works a few side jobs whenever she can. On the other hand, her hubby was what some might consider a financial loser. As much as she loved money, she thought that co-mingling their funds showed her trust. I don't even have to tell you how this sto...

I ain't gone lie, a sister is going through some challenges right now. If you are a regular reader then you already know that my mother has been gone from this earth for a number of years. She died in 1995. Yet, for some reason my mind keeps playing tricks on me. Every day for the past few weeks I have felt like I can just pick up the phone and call my mom. I don't know if it is because she is watching over me or if it is some other strange spiritual phenomenon going on in the universe. I miss my mom. Supastar and I are working on staying in touch. I was having a particularly bad day last week and texted him. Being ever practical he texted back "life is a continuous up and down ride." I'll say! While it wasn't the comfort I was looking for, it was a dose of reality. I really need for things to get better. I know there are lessons embedded in this long, drawn out series of bad days. I need to run the course, but I can't help to worry that bet...

more about " Alicia Keys "Superwoman" ", posted with vodpod

Holla!

I am so late in finding out that the bucking horse champ was none other than the gorgeous R&B diva, Alicia Keys. This is one of my favorite "Cosby Show" episodes. The other is when little Rudy belts/lipsynchs "Baby ."

I am wiser, stronger and better. I am a conqueror. I am victorious over my ________ I am loved by God. I am focused and proactive. I am blessed. I am debt free. I am opening new doors of possibilities. I am healthy. I am disciplined to do the right thing. I am confident. I am speaking life ( Prov 18:21) into my life. I am intelligent and creative. I am progressively achieving my goals. I am ONEderful, unique and divine. I am worthy of love and success. I am ready to grow. I am living in my divine purpose. I am safe and covered with grace. I am giving and compassionate. I am able to bounce back from setbacks. I am punctual and organized. I am letting go of anger, fear and resentment. I am loved and cherished by others. I am choosing to eat nutritious foods. I am drinking plenty of water. I am saving and spending wisely. I am willing to let go of toxic people. I am choosing healthy relationships. I am exercising my ...

more about " "Single Ladies/Ring on It" - Beyonce ", posted with vodpod

I'm around. Dealing with spotty Internet access, the first cold of the season, and on the hunt. Still on my recession diet. Homemade soup is my friend. Bought a whole chicken today that I am going to cut up, make into a soup, and try to make it stretch for over 2 weeks. Wish me luck. Been relatively upbeat and positive, but my moods are starting to get like the stock market. Feeling like Vivian Greene on a "Emotional Rollercoaster. " So, as seems to be the trend lately, that is the video of the day. Enjoy. I'll pop back on when I have something good to report.