The move

So its only a few days until Friday when we move to our new apartment. I really can't wait any longer!! The move itself will likely be painful, due to the enormous amount of stairs we have to go up and down in our building, but once we are out of here, it will be fantastic. I really couldn't be happier to be moving so soon!!! We also have some furniture shopping to do which is fun. Not happy about what it will cost, but that aside, the actual shopping and picking things out together is a fun process. Decorating the new apartment will also be fun!

Once we get into the apartment we will need to unpack and get it settled, but it will be good. My little sister is coming for a visit a week after we move in, so my goal is to get as much done before then as possible, though she knows it won't be perfect, but should be good enough.

I think this is going to be a good summer. Should be fun getting use to the new place and getting settled. Will also be fun throwing a housewarming party. I will post some pics once we have moved, but probably not on here, too available to the world...

Power of Prayer

My family recently went through a scary time. My Uncle was hospitalized and the doctor's found a tumor in his brain which was growing quite rapidly. They were going to do a biopsy yesterday to test for cancer, but apparently, they felt it was most likely malignant, so they opted to do a full on craniotomy instead. They performed it and removed the tumor succesfully. Now my Uncle will be undergoing chemotherapy and radiation to make sure they get rid of any microscopic cancer that could remain.

Anyway, initially we just knew something was wrong, not what, and every day more information came out. I was very frightened when I first heard the news. I love my uncle so much, and more than that, i adore my father, and I know my father adores his twin brother, so the thought of something happeneing was almost too much to bear!!! Needless to say many prayers were said.

I reached out to my friends and family member and it is amazing the outpouring of love and offer for prayers which came in. We are so blessed as a family to have so many think of us. It also showed me how many people's lives my uncle has touched, either through knowing him directly, or his work on the virtues project, etc... It was very wonderful. I have NO DOUBT that all of these prayers helped during my Uncle's surgery, and also kept the family strong!!! Continued prayers are necessary as we aren't out of the woods yet, but God is so great and I have complete faith in Him and that whatever lies ahead, we will all be ok!!! Thank you to those of you who reached out to me and who prayed!!! Words can't possibly express my true gratitude. I love you!!!!

To fess or not to fess

Lately, there has been a bit of a debate about whether one should confess their feelings for another person or not. Particularly, should a woman tell a guy how she feels? There are many different views and opinions, and personally, I think it totally depends on your individual situation. But in general, I wonder, from a male's perspective, does that sort of thing freak men out? Do they find it too bold? Is it just the thing they need to give them the courage to make a move?

It's so hard to tell how someone will react and if it will be a good or bad thing. But again, it comes down to your situation and also your personality. Some people are just very open and its easy for them to tell people what's on their mind so its not strange when they share their feelings; others are more reserved and it takes a lot more courage to do so. So the question is, should one or shouldn't one? No worries - I have no feelings to confess. Mine is an interesting mix of the two things I just mentioned. I have always been reserved with my feelings and feared someone finding out because I thought it might make our friendship awkward. Long story short - I was always this way until I met my hubby. Somehow, with him, I just had the courage to say what was on mind and let him know how I felt about him and though it wasn't instant he did end up feeling the same way about me pretty quickly after I fessed up. I guess it got him thinking about it... So in my case it worked out well, but I am sure it doesn't work out that way for all, or maybe even most...

If you guys have any thoughts on this, feel free to share, I find it a very interesting part of human relationships -honesty about one's true feelings - how many people are actually 100% honest???? I bet some of us out there thought we were just friends with someone but that person was totally crazy about us and we never even had a clue...Interesting, very interesting...

Wonderful Day

I just got back from a peaceful stroll around the lake with P and Bebo. We were out for about 2 hours and it was so nice. The weather is really beautiful and warm right now. Bebo went for a swim for the first time. Actually we put him in the water, it wasn't voluntary, but he did great, though he doesn't appear to be over his fear yet. He also ran around and played on the shore, digging in the sand and rocks, and playing with sticks. He really loved it. All the while, I was sunbathing on the dock while watching him. P was also walking up and down the dock.

It was just such a relaxing way to spend part of our Saturday. I really loved it! Next time we go out, we will probably bring a picnic basket with us and have lunch. I am so blessed to be able to enjoy this nice family time in a beautiful place with not a care in the world. Some of us don't realize just how good we have it! It's good to remind myself how lucky I am so that when I feel down about something I can remember what I do have to be thankful for!!! Hope you guys are enjoying your weekend too!!!

Girlfriends

Recently, a good girlfriend of mine came for a visit. I only got to see her for a few hours all in all, but it was so good for me and so nice to spend that time with her. I hadn't seen her in about 9 months and we hadn't really kept in touch all that much since both of us were busy, but it felt like no time had passed at all.

Isn't it the sign of a real friendship when no matter how much time has gone since you have seen the person, when you are together it is like you were never apart? I think the same goes for relationships in general. I am very lucky to have a handful of these friendships in my life. Unfortunately for me, they are all scattered abroad on different parts of the planet, but I am just happy to have these wonderful ladies in my life.

After being married for about 4 years now, and trust my I really do love my husbands loads, after spending that much time with a man, I just realize how great it is to actually have a good girlfriend around to just be myself with. I mean nothing can take the place of a good girlfriend. I really miss the days I had when there were several of us together in Atlanta, but life changes, people move on, and in my case my friends and I ended up in different parts of the world. At least I will always have the memories and the comfort of knowing that when I do see them again, it will be as if we had just seen each other the day before! To all of you out there lucky enough to have a great girlfriend by your side, don't take it for granted, you don't know what a gift it is until you no longer possess it! To all of my girlfriends and my sister(cause she is also a girlfriend but even closer), I love you all dearly!

Pride and Prejudice

Ah Mr. Darcy!!! Enough said!!!! If you haven't read this book or seen the movie, drop what you are doing and go read it/watch it. Granted you must enjoy romance. This story is the classic romantic tale. I just finished seeing the latest version of the movie made staring Keira Knightley and I must say, no matter how many times I watch this movie(any version of it) I just never get tired! I mean really it is the epitomy of all things romance! I am so inlove with Mr.Darcy and the idea of him and elizabeth and their love.

As a woman who enjoys a good romance story, it just doesn't get better than this one!! I must say that we should all be so lucky to find such a true love like they did in the story. I realize its a glorified version and not all that realistic, but I still think its possible and does exist. I think once you do find that person you choose to spend your life with, and hopefully if you are lucky its a choice made for love rather than convenience, its so important to try and keep the romance alive. Keep things interesting. Tell your significant other that you love them, go on dates, be kind to them, hug them, kiss them, just be loving. I am a firm believer that one can keep the romance alive and a relationship doesn't have to settle into this state of just existing and being. I mean I also realize after 20 years with the same person sometimes you can fall into a routine and lose that "spark", but you most definitely can keep it alive too, as long as you make an effort to do so!!!

I think anytime I feel my relationship needs a boost (which its way too early in my marriage to feel that way so i haven't yet) I will remember pride and prejudice and what it is I love about romance and try to bring that back to life in my own relationship!!! Ah, love what a truly wonderful thing!!! All I want to do now is hug and kiss my hubby!!! hehe!!!!

rambling

writing just to write. i'm a bit bored. i am also very frustrated. i am paying someone to perform certain services on my behalf as it relates to my condo and this person just is not good at communicating with me or keeping me informed. it really stinks not knowing what the heck is happening. what's worse is i am so pathetic, i don't want to call her because i hate confrontation, but she won't respond to my email so what other choice do i have, yet i struggle with picking up the phone and dialing...sucks, just totally stinks!!!

i am also feeling very tired. have not been getting enough sleep lately, going to bed too late. need to catch up on some zzzzz's this weekend. wish i didn't need sleep like some people who seem to function quite well on very little sleep, but i am not like that. anyway...i know i'm rambling, but like i said, i am a bit bored.

i am meeting up with a close friend this afternoon whom i haven't seen in several months, so will be nice to catch up with her. at least that is something to look forward to and to keep my mind off of my frustration with the abovementioned person who lacks responsibility!!!!