Something is moving me forward

I have approximately 80 college credits. Yep 80 from 6 different universities in 5 different cities/states, and then I stopped cold 12 years ago. I've been thinking off and on about going back, filled out an online application, ordered a copy of a transcript. That's as far as it went. For some reason, I'm moving forward. Not only have I completed the application, I paid up a past due fee, ordered all my transcripts, and yes even spoke with a counselor. I'm a procrastinator, BIG TIME. Yet today when something had to be signed and mailed, and I found myself w/o a stamp, I left the office, drove to the post office and not only purchased a stamp, but paid the extra 70 cents for delivery confirmation.

Not sure what is propelling me forward, but I know that I'm moving in that direction, even when I don't feel like moving. Perhaps this is the time that I'll finish this college thing I started a few months after turning 17? I have to admit, the prospect of a BA or BS in Business isn't all that appealing, as I've become disillusioned after working in several fields for the past 29 years. However, it's a beginning of the ending, and it needs to be completed.

Should I decide to go for the MA, I'll chose another field....not sure what, but probably not Business Administration/Management. Maybe something exotic like Global Whoseys in Whatizdiggit.

I clearly remember a 14 wanting to be an attorney who represented children's rights. Well, I am at least doing part of that as a Child Advocate. Is it something I would do full time? Hell is it something I can AFFORD to do full time without adding a lottery winning ticket?

So let's see where this leads me. I'm intrigued, and excited, not apprehensive in the least. In the past when this force has persistently moved me, the outcome has been more than positive.

Hoping you have a good force moving you in the positive.

Stay blessed,

Decorating or redecorating...what a headache

I've been in my current place for over a year. Recently signed a 15 month lease so I decided to finish unpacking. LOL. Yep you read that right.

Once I started, I realized why I stopped. I don't have places to put these things. That means I have to go out and get them (or point and click them here). OK so what do I need? Great, now what style? Transitional? Traditional? Contemporary? Eclectic? Assembly required or built and delivered? OY VEH!!! Yes, that's the reason why a good deal of my stuff is still in boxes


Stay blessed,

You're in my life because??????

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 wrong doing 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.

-- Author Unknown



Stay blessed,

My Pride and Joy....yep here's MY baby

Stay blessed,

Have I been left behind...or did they just go ahead?

Just a few of the people who loved and made me the woman I am today.

blessed,

MAC!!!

Here's my baby! She's been with me for 9 months, and she's grown! Something we didn't think she do as she was 3 years old! She's filled out (gained 20 lbs) and is extremely possessive/protective of me. The skittish dog who was afraid of my home office exists no more. She claims the couch as her bed and sleeps there most nights.

Thank you Judy Jones and the Great Dane Rescue of Southeast Texas!

Another Chapter

So I was sitting at my desk, paying company bills in SAP, and next thing I knew I had completed an admission application for college. 45 minutes later, I had spoken to two admissions counselors and started the process of transcript gathering.

Later that night, I came home and began setting up the office to function as a classroom as well. (I'm taking online classes.) I'm hoping to finish my BS in under two years, and then....we'll see.

I've been stagnant these past few months. Aside from one case for Child Advocates, and sponsoring different people for different charitable efforts, I've not done much community service. I think I'm feeling that it's time to achieve some of the dreams I have for myself. Serious weight loss and attention to my health, and the completion of my degree are two goals I've had for the last 10 years. Well, as my Granma would say, "Piss or get off the pot".

I'm sure working full time, making time to exercise, and being the logistician for the Global Women's Leadership Forum, having an exponentially growing business, and sharing my living space with my partner and a Great Dane will present challenges. I even more sure I've no idea of the challenges. However, I finally feel that I can meet these things head on and triumph.

Keep me in your prayers.


Be blessed

Turning 50

Truthfully, I've been 50 for almost a week. So far, so bad. Was it because I asked for too much? A day at the beach and 50 hours of not doing anything for anyone? Maybe it was opposite day. What I got was a weekend of cleaning, shopping and cooking and serving. Hell I even had to turn back because I forgot my own birthday cake!

Yes, there were some bright spots in the day. However, in this instance the bad so far outweighed the good, that I feel entitled to a do over LOL.

One day I'll be able to look back and laugh. I just think that day is YEARS away.

In the meanwhile, I'll continue to count my blessings and give thanks to my Maker that I've lived to see 50.