(aka Take the Chance. Make the Change.)
Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 22:15
Mood: Content, creative ... maybe even happy!
Music: Oh Bla Di, Oh Bla Dah ~ The Beatles
Thought of the Day: "What If" isn't an alternative choice. It's a Wall. Get past it and live Life.
Cherish the Love honestly offered by another - no matter what form it takes, or what intensity it is offered - to the best of your ability. Anything less simply disrespects the gift being given.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours ...
Well, another 24 Hour Comic Day Challenge has come and gone ... once again, I have challenged myself to step out of my comfort zone and try something different ... all while hanging out and arguing with fellow geeks about who really said what and why and the history that lead to such an event in comic history. I was even interviewed ... twice! and even though I felt that I had to be disappointing news, I didn't let that stop me from being enthusiastic about being there. I was there to raise money for two really great causes. I was there to do a better job than I did last year when I made my first attempt to "draw". I accomplished both. I'm proud of that.
PS. I also saw last year's attempt ... in print at last. I saw my name ... in published ink. That's just heady, y'all.
New office is finally complete! It's a relief for both Tavis and I. He insisted that he didn't mind sharing the space, but I think even he was starting to twitch about the boxes all over the place. Me? I was beyond twitching ... I was getting depressed just LOOKING at the damn boxes for a month and a half. No ... longer, since I was packing for a good two weeks before the actual move. Now, I can slowly get things where I want them and Tavis can work on his personal space the way he likes it too. (He was really sweet about Mom going into his room and rearranging it while we were both out. He couldn't hide the shock, but he was good about it. Personally, I would have- ... well, it's over and done. Mom immediately felt ashamed about her trespass and apologised. I took a bit longer to forgive her ... I was disappointed and embarrassed.So ... his space, his way, and I will not change anything in those spaces unless absolutely necessary. Vacuuming doesn't count.)
He'll be leaving for some field work soon, so I'll have a lot to keep me busy. Wish we'd made it to IKEA for some much needed storage shelving, but I guess it can wait.
So much has happened since I last wrote (as usual)! Most importantly, I feel like writing again!! The idea just leaves me giddy. No, really ... giddy. Actually, I'm rediscovering many interests with joy. Writing gives me the greatest relief though. Ironically, it's impossible to properly describe ... you'll just have to take my word for it.
Oh ... my room ... my office. I love them both. LOVE them! They have character ... they talk to me like I haven't been spoken to since my Little Shack. Mom tried to convince me to have my office upstairs instead of a spare room. I was horrified. No, no ... that would segregate me from the house. Cut me off from ... life. No, my office is in the basement and I'm perfectly happy with it. I feel like me here. Happy, happy ... happy.
Health ... I'm getting there. Been a bit of troubles lately, but they've been minor. Mostly stress, as mild as it's been. Weight fluctuating, but enjoying a slow but steady loss.
Been busy, busy, busy!! Got a house that needs a lot of love, a yard that also needs a lot of love (it's improved a lot this summer, but OMGawd, it sure has spots of rebellion left to conquer.) In addition to that I have school in the mornings from Monday to Friday, and then Work in the afternoons - also Monday to Friday with an additional Saturday shift ... add the cleaning, cooking, crafting, writing, reading, watching a few recorded shows, organising, working on genealogy, and socialising and I've got a pretty full plate. And somewhere in there I also manage to find time for myself and the two gorgeous kitties, Tiberius and Cleo. Yes, I still squeeze in some time with Ashley as well.
Ashley, I must point out, is totally thrilled to live here. She really hated the apartment. I'll never really know why. Maybe she doesn't like being so high above the canopy? Cleo is learning how to play too. Against her will, but she's learning. Poor Cleo.
So ... Been finding out who my friends really are lately. This is a horrible phrase - I've always thought so - but at the same time it does a good job of expressing the bitterness one inevitably feels when they've been let down over and over by the same people that you've done your best to be there for. Seems like every time I need a friend I hear the same thing from most people - "Sorry, I have a life here, if you know what I mean."
So, here are the things that I am thankful for right now ...
Ivan, you and your wife ROCK. We're not even close, but you've both always done your best and gone the distance when needed. I really appreciate this. ;) Have a cookie.
Lavender, you are, as usual, fantastically supportive. I always feel at peace when I'm with you. I can tell you things and you offer your best advice ... and do your best to make sure that I follow it. LOL!
My two new friends at school who make me a small part of their lives ... even outside of school.
Ryder, an old high school buddy who not only helped me get my new job, but he offered to be anything I needed him to be. As long as I don't want a boyfriend. LOL! You didn't just help me with a new job, my friend, but you brought into a group of really great and welcoming ladies. I'm proud to be one of their number.
Cleo, Tiberius, Ashley ... It's damn difficult to be depressed when you are all being cute, funny and just damn impossible. You keep me moving forward and help me with purpose in life.
Mom, you're just growing up so fast ... *sniff* LOL!
Jade, yes, even you, you delightful jackass. Despite the bad times, there have been good times too. I won't forget them.You were there for me at my lowest points, even if not always when needed. You brought a lot of good experiences into my life and told me that I managed to do the same for you. Even though we 'divorced' 5 years ago now, we've remained friends. That's special and a little rare. Besides, you introduced me to good music and helped me to appreciate some of the smaller things over the years. You've taught me a lot and I will carry that with me where ever I go.
Tavis, Goddess, I don't even know where to begin ... I'm just thankful that you are there, and that you are you. You are my rock, my safety line, and, in some ways, my sanity. You make me feel special. I needed that. It's a heck of a lot easier to believe I'm fabulous when somebody agrees with me. ;) You are the main reason that I am in the place I'm in.
Lynne, I guess I'm thankful that you introduced me to Tavis.
I feel alive and I just feel like singing. And moving furniture. And ... just DOING things! I feel like a part of things again. A part of good things ... balanced things. And life is good.
Sweet Dreams ... we all deserve them.
