You Are A Part Of Me...

You are a part of me...
your smile, your laugh, your quirks
are all engraved upon my heart.

You are a part of me...
in ways I could never imagined
yet would not have any other way.

You are a part of me...
no matter where I go or what I do,
you will be with me.

You are a part of me...
love without measure; ever grateful
for the blessing of you.

Thoughts Through An Evening Rain...

Your scent on my skin 

ignites, inhaling deeply, burning 

intense. 

First kiss remembered, 

the taste of  you gently caresses my 

lips.

Night's chill delivers 

shivers of your touch tracing my

spine.

Pulsing rain drums 

 the beat of your heart into

mine.

In quiet peace,  

evening rain sings me to

sleep.

Shower Therapy...

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Today was one of those days where the hits just kept on coming. And in hindsight, I probably brought it on myself...I always get grouchy when I don't get enough sleep. At least that's what my family tells me.

You Make Me Happy...

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I am a happy person by nature. Nevertheless, I want you to know...you make me happy.

It Is A Truth Universally Acknowledged...

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Anyone else in love with the writings of Jane Austen to the degree I am knows, “It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife.” So says the greatest heroine of all time, Miss Elizabeth Bennett at the opening of the greatest story of all time.

Like Father, Like Daughter...

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” As a child, when I was asked this question, my answers varied from a skater in the Ice Capades, to an artist, to a rock star, to a yuppie. However, one constant always remained. Even when I was not positive of what I wanted to be, I always knew who I wanted to be. After witnessing the work ethic, love of life, and love of family that my Dad possesses, I have always known that I want to be just like him.

The Wheels On The Bus...

Sorry for getting that annoying little ditty stuck in your head, but there is a method to my madness. I think...

Morning Swim...

I really love this time of year. It affords longer days, relaxing nights, and one of my favorite ways to start the day.

That's Entertainment...

Now I am completely showing my age, but I don't care. As I shared with our daughters this evening, they just don't make 'em like they used to.

Till You've Walked A Mile...

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I've heard it said one should never judge another until you've walked a mile in their shoes. Then, you're a mile away and you have their shoes. But that doesn't seem right, either.

And I Say To Myself...

It has been a wonderful topsy-turvy emotional kind of week. So many things have happened...grab a glass of wine or a cup of coffee...we have a great deal to catch up on.

Now We Have A Discussion...

This is good. I mean, it is REALLY good. And I think it can only get better from here...

Perhaps It's The Bells In Your Head....

Okay, to my friend who feels I pick on Mama Grizzly with ill-founded information spun by the media (side note: like shooting fish in a barrel) let me just say I tried. Really. I tried. I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt and look through a new lens at what this nut-job woman is trying to tell America. Once again, I feel I must remain true to my convictions...she scares me.

Oh, I'm So Confused...

I may be confused, but I'm not stupid. Nope, not me. I surround myself with intelligent people with the hope some of their divine wisdom may rub off. Stay with me on this one...

Empty To Refill...

A few years ago I read a great book by Joyce Rupp called The Cup of Our Life. Several of my friends and I chose to undertake this endeavor as part of our Lenten study. I wish I could tell you I recall a multitude of life-altering a-ha moments from this study, but only two truths have remained with me.

Waiting For The Sun...

It has been nothing but gloomy here in Upstate New York. And while I heard the sun peeked out a bit today, I was in an office sans windows so I can't confirm if it really happened or is just rumor. You know how those nasty rumors get started.

But You Did...And I Thank You...

The moment a person takes to reach out to do something special for another can't be measured. They didn't have to do it ~ they didn't have to do anything. But they did. In the past few days I have experienced several of these moments.

Beauty Of A Rose...

Ever since my daughters were in first grade, I would present them with roses after every school concert and play. Tonight was no exception.

Je Suis Au Femme Francaise Au Coeur...

I swear...Paris is calling me. And it is not being subtle in any way, shape or form.

From This Day Forward...

I am very happy to share with you that today is my wedding anniversary. My 18th wedding anniversary, to be exact. And it makes me stop and stare in wonder...where did 18 years go?

Today Was All Good...

Not much to say this evening other than today was one of those...really...great...days.

Go Big Or Go Home...

Oh. My. Stars! Everyone is all abuzz at the fashion don't made by none other than Sarah Jessica. Was it her gown? Nope. The shoes? Absolutely not. Too much bling? Naaaahhhh. It was...It was...the HAIR!

It's Extreme Alright...

Okay...anyone who knows me or has read the psychobabble ramblings of the voices in my head knows I am extremely cheap frugal when it comes to spending. This is not to be confused with purchasing junk. No, no, no...I am a Chanel girl who loves her Nine Wests just as much as the next girl. But if there is a deal to be had, then by gum I'm gonna find it.

It Takes A Village, People...

During the course of the week, our local paper posed a question in its parent blog: should you ever discipline someone else's children? Some of the answers posted surprised me.

I Got The Hooch...

Do you have a "happy song"? I do. The first time I heard it I had no idea what it meant. Truth be told, I'm still not totally sure but it seems pretty positive to me.