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766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,November,2002 | |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,November,2002 | I am blessed Most of us just gripe when things go wrong. Today, I'm giving thanks for the things that go right. As a sagittarius, I know that I am the luckiest sign in the zodiac. I also know that as an optimist, I always see the bright side of everything. It helps avoid wrinkle lines by not worrying so much. Today, I was concerned about my gas tank. I've made a habit out of running on empty lately, and I'm close to that now. I have to haul my cookies over to Hialeah this evening to drop off the girls at Grandma's house. I have to then fly back over to the beach to host The Wine Club event at 7:30p. 2 hours sounds like a lot of time, but when you're travelling in Miami during rush hour traffic, its almost not enough time. So, I'm thinking, 'Who am I going to borrow 10 bucks from?' when I am reminded that I'm doing a notary gig this morning at the hotel next door. Yes, folks, along with all of my other fabulous abilities, I am a notary. Closest to politician as I'll ever get. So, I head over realizing that I'm getting $10 for this. Exactly what I was hoping to borrow for gas later today. And, after stamping a few pages for some very good looking, wealthy company Presidents sitting inside a very posh and fabulous hotel cabana room, I'm handed $40 and sent about my merry way. I left there feeling very blessed indeed. I'm am constantly reminded that you will get what you ask for, if you ask nicely. The universe is my provider and I am so grateful for all that I have. The $40 was just another reminder that what I need comes to me when I need it, and it reminded me of just how fortunate I am. Feeling very fulfilled today. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,November,2002 | Ok. first of all, I am very certain that the little blog roll thing down on the right is just not working. The little 'blogs that like me' is causing me undue grief; here I am thinking nobody likes me *diva pouting pitifully*. now i've come to the conclusion that the damn thing must not be working, because I personally crept into urlLink Fred's blog and put in a reference to myself and that little counter thing didn't catch it. So, I'm taking off the page until I can figure out how to get it to work. I will not be ignored! And apparently the bug died, because my friend is doing a little better today. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 19,November,2002 | Sombody's got a bug up her ass today! As an administrative diva, I live to serve. I know that some people don't want to do certain mundane things themselves so they get me to do them. I do it all, its my job. And I usually do it with a smile. Today, however, someone apparently has a problem with me. Maybe she had too much (or not enough) alcohol and/or prescribed drugs last night. I don't know, but she's in a mood. First of all, she strolls into the office at 1pm - later than her usual 11am ETA. Then, she flips out because the contract she promised to someone yesterday is in her mailbox for proofing. She could have turned a few degrees to her right and faxed the contract to her client without incident. Instead, she climbed the two flights of stairs and crossed the hall to my desk, where she threw the contract onto my desk for me to fax. A terse voicemail about another client (which I had already handled) and a phone call to me about an e-mail she never received - while the rest of our staff managed to get it - and the day is only just beginning. I have to remember that work is my blessing. I may just laugh at her next attempt to make me as miserable as she is today. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 18,November,2002 | Not impressed It's cold today. 62 degrees here on the beach, and 57 whereever it is that my little weather tramp over there lives. The airport I guess. And she's not even wearing a sweater. I guess when you're that hot, you don't need wool. Anyway, this is NOT why I live in Miami. 57 degrees is in no way tropical. I know so many northern transplants here in Miami are overjoyed at the drop in temperature. It's crisp and lively and the air is fresh. Whatever. All I know is I'm looking forward to warmer weather again. If I wanted cold, I'd have chosen to live somewhere north. Give me a good, muggy August afternoon at 95 degrees and let me live happily in Miami. This cold crap is for the (snow)birds! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 15,November,2002 | Happy Friday! It is a happy Friday here in paradise. At least that's what I'm going to keep telling myself until I believe it. However, upon learning some very important news this morning I have reached the decision that some things have got to change. And it will take more than a little hair color to fix. I have to give up ice cream. *gasp!* I know. I know. Its a very drastic step. My mind is screaming like a defiant two year old, 'No! I won't do it.' But I must. That and I will continue further along the path toward a vegetarian diet. I know, its almost more than I can cope with. But, apparently, while I was focusing on my emotional and spiritual well-being with yoga, meditation, books and the like, I forgot about my physical health. Now my cholesterol is at 230 (200 is safe) and triglycerides are at... Dave, a drumroll please... 300. (100 is safe!) And what with my paranoia regarding heart disease, I need to get back on track with a healthy diet and a little more cardio-related exercise. Anybody know any yummy tasting, rich and creamy, Ben-and-Jerry's-ish fat-free, cholesterol-free ice cream? Fat chance! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 14,November,2002 | Didn't fall out of my tree! Fred wondered if I had fallen out of my tree. No, but I was out of the office for several days. The littlest pinecone (Leia) has been sick since last Thursday. Fever from 100 to 102 for about 5 days straight with a cough. Her usual wonderful doctor, Dr. Leitner 'the nice lady doctor' wasn't in on the day I took Leia into the office. The doctor who did see her couldn't find anything wrong with her, except a slight fever and a little chest congestion. Duh. No medicine prescribed, and I usually prefer to avoid antibiotics and such when they aren't needed. However, in the meantime, I've missed about 3 days of work. And just when I was beginning to wonder what damage a prolonged fever could do to a 3 year old brain, Leia started getting better. She is in school today and feeling better somehow. I'm back in the office, buried under a pile of work and endless voicemails asking if I've done this thing or that, where's that thing or the other. My answer is the same. I haven't really been here since last Thursday, so I haven't done it and I don't know where it is! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,November,2002 | Gardening 101 I spoke to my mom today. I'm sure she thinks I'm strange. I asked her to send me a pinecone. There a little hard to come by in Downtown Miami, and I asked her to send me one. 'Why?' you ask. *while thinking I'm a little strange, too* I've been reading a great book called 'Teachings of Love' by this amazing Vietnamese Buddhist Monk *my strangeness reveals itself*. In one chapter, he discusses how we are a part of our family and our family is a part of us. Sometimes, when we stand apart from our family (especially here in the West), we can become confused. We can suffer like a tree that has become uprooted when we sever the roots of our family. And that's me in a nutshell. Family has been a collection of people that had very little to do with who I am and what I am. Then I realized that's not true. While I'm not a branch or a flower on the tree, I am still part of that family tree. I'm a pinecone. I've left the tree, but its still in me, made me who I am, and I am still part of the tree. I'm a pinecone, taking the nature of that family with me, and growing my own roots somewhere else. Continuing my family with a family of my own. So today, I asked my mom to send me a pinecone as a reminder of who I am. I tried explaining it to her. I'm sure she thinks I'm strange. And I can only guess what fodder I've provided for Fred Gerbilman. But at the risk of sounding strange, I'll end by saying 'Spiritual lesson over for today, grasshopper.' Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 07,November,2002 | Having a fussy day. Not only did I just add urlLink Fussy to my blogroll. As I was surfing using that beloved NextBlog button, I came across urlLink Icrywolf and what do find but the same picture of a cat with a clown painted on its butt... taken from Fussy. What are the odds of that? |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 07,November,2002 | Wasted Talent My kids don't always get my jokes. Granted, I don't think of really funny stuff all the time, but when I do my kids just don't get it. Leia brought home a book from the daycare on Friday, a 'math for kids' book. It's titled 'Give me Half'. I saw the title and told Leia, 'Yeah, you'll need to know that for a little later in life, honey.' I giggled to myself at how clever I was. Nobody else got it. *sigh* Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 07,November,2002 | New Toy! Thanks urlLink Candy ! I now have a shiny new referrer list just below the blog roll. I just love tech toys - especially the free ones. Quick - make a reference on your blog to diva-licious and you may be the first one listed on my new referrer list! Go, do it now! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 06,November,2002 | And the Diva is so IN! Just when I was starting to envy Gerbilman and his rapidly growing audience... Candy Genius lists the Diva as a 'Sweet Blog'. Is that cool or what? I could have been there for days, I just never thought to check the list. I feel like one of the cool kids now. And she has this nifty little list at the bottom of her page that lists where her blog has been referenced. That is sooooo cool. Wish I could do that. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 06,November,2002 | Candy's Ballerina Boy I've got a bit of a sweet tooth, so stopped by Candy Genius for a little something. Maybe I shouldn't have stolen this urlLink candy corn , but I couldn't resist. ;) |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 06,November,2002 | Old Reliable Every morning as I drive over the causeway, I see this man running. He's not running away from anything, he's just running. And not just on sunny mornings; in rain and cold he's out there. I've seen him as early as 8:10am, and as late as 10:15am. So, he jogs back and forth over the two causeway bridges for at least 2 hours every day. And I can't help but wonder why. I feel like stopping my car, getting out on the side of the road and asking him. What motivates him to do this? Why could jogging possibly be so important to him? He gets out of his bed very early every morning and devotes several hours of his precious time to this task. As much as I love running, I'm lucky if I get a good 4 miles of running in once a month. He does this EVERY DAY. I'm just amazed at how some people can be so dedicated to their principles. So steadfast and reliable in their everyday routines. I'm sure I'll have more to say today - I'm feeling very chatty. So, Diva out... for now. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 06,November,2002 | Stunned and Amazed What kind of sub-human robs a church? I hope they find out, because someone broke into the church where my youngest goes to daycare. Imagine my uncertainty when pulling into the driveway as I counted 4 news vans and a crime scene unit parked in front of the church. I've seen news trucks there before. When the Elian thing happened, the nun who was helping him was holed up in a mansion across the street to hide from the media and the protestors. All of that in front of the church and daycare that had no connection to any of it. I had to take my daughter out early that day for safety. So today I was wondering what could have happened, and would Leia be safe. Turns out some creep broke in to the church, the church office and the daycare office looking for -- ?? Money?? The thief apparently didn't find the cash stored away in the daycare office, because its still there. The pastor's car was taken however. It's just shameful. I'm sorry for the pastor and the violation she must be feeling. I know it sucks to have someone come in and touch your stuff, let alone take your stuff. But I also feel sorrow for the thief. How low do you have to be to break into God's house? Even if its not your religion, it's God's house! And I wonder if the thief figured the pastor wouldn't press charges if caught - you know, forgiveness and all that. HAH! Even Jesus displayed 'righteous indignation'. Just a sad thing to see first thing in the morning. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 05,November,2002 | urlLink Gay Sheep I'm not sure if I find this helpful or not. This is my favorite part of the urlLink article... 'First the scientists watched the sheep to be sure of their behavior something that cannot be done with humans. Then they took apart their brains.' You can't watch human behavior, but you can take apart their brains. Why does that not sound right to me? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 05,November,2002 | I'm back. I'm not dead, although chocolate is always welcomed. Just been super busy, which of course means I've been super happy. As mentioned, Wednesday's Wine Club event was fabulous. Halloween trick or treating was a blast. Went door to door in a quiet little neighborhood and the girls got lots and lots of treats. Friday I was supposed to go to a party, but I just didn't have the strength to make the 60 mile drive. Saturday was Hands On Miami Day; I was assigned to painting a mural in a Salvation Army homeless shelter. I must say that I was very impressed with the comfort and cleanliness of the shelter - it was more like a nursing home, but with mothers and children. Made me feel good just knowing that these children - very much like my own - were safe with a roof over their heads. Just gave me the warm & fuzzies -- no smart ass comments, Joe! Saturday night was the Bug Ball, where my Wine Club sponsored the wine for the party. Very nice collection of socialites and party-goers together for the good of the garden. Sunday I stayed in bed till noon - I just didn't have the energy to get up until then. Monday was catch up time in the office, and I'm finally back on track and on-line. So, no Joe. I'm not dead, but you can send chocolates if you want! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 31,December,2002 | Very Interesting... Check this out to see urlLink what 2003 has in store for you! Couldn't hurt. Hope 2003 is a good one for all of my internet friends! Good being defined as better than the last 2 or 3! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 30,December,2002 | Last complaint this year! I promise after this, I won't complain for the rest of the year ;) It hasn't really rained in weeks, and my blue car was the color dirt. So I spent 30 minutes and 3 dollars on a car wash last night. There's a 70% chance of rain today. Figures. And, why is it, that no matter how many times you explain something to someone; tell them, put it in written memo as a standard procedure, ask them, beg them... it just never gets done right. Arrgh! Considering it was concering reservations for New Year's Eve, and I no longer (nor ever did) have a handle on it all, it would now be moot to complain. So I don't even get to growl at anyone to fix it, because its just about over for another year. Growl, growl. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 30,December,2002 | Old Dog? Still learning new tricks... tried roller blading for the first time yesterday. Little sister sent me a pair for christmas. And much to my surprise, and to the chagrin of the lookers-on, I did not fall down. Went around the block three times with Leia at my side, riding her bike. Didn't fall once. Nice to know that I'm not too old to learn new things. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 27,December,2002 | Something to Ponder From urlLink Friday Five : 1. What was your biggest accomplishment this year? Toss up between getting into my own apartment in January and getting child support. 2. What was your biggest disappointment? DBD losing his job after only 3 months, thereby losing my child support. 3. Will you be making any New Year's resolutions? Yes - to create stronger bonds with the people I know & love. 4. Where will you be at midnight? Do you wish you could be somewhere else? Working at my hotel, standing on Miami Beach watching fireworks with glass of champagne in hand - and I get paid to do this! 5. Aside from (possibly) staying up late, do you have any other New Year's traditions? I just believe that whatever you are doing on NYE sets the theme for the new year. And for my own thoughts, not ones borrowed from urlLink Eliz Things I've learned this year. 1. How to get the child support & judicial system to work without the aid (?) of a lawyer. 2. That I could very easily become the same kind of parent that my parents were - egad! 3. How to be mindful of what I say and do and how to think/speak only loving things. 4. That people who move away do not necessarily leave me behind. 5. I have abandonment issues. 6. 2002 was difficult and I still managed to keep my head up and smile through it all. 7. Yoga is life. I believe that every day is a lesson to be learned and each year is just another opportunity to create more love and joy in our lives. So, what did 2002 teach you? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 26,December,2002 | Sigh of relief Well, thank god that's over! Christmas Day is history. Surprisingly, it was a great day... the best that I can remember. I always had this idea of what I would like Christmas to be, but every year the day left me disappointed. This one left me feeling satisfied instead. We went to two Christmas Eve dinners, one Cuban and one Mexican - both with pork. Very yummy and lots of fun with friends, old and new. My girls are growing into true party girls - we were out until 2am and they managed to be in good moods the whole time. On Christmas morning, they were up at 7:30am so I was up at 7:31am. Didn't get to bed until 3am. Ouch. But there were so many gifts under the bamboo tree for them (thanks to my parents, my brother, my sister & her husband), and even a few for me! I got some of the best gifts ever - including a beautiful pair of opera glasses (I've been wanting a pair for a few years now), a digital camera and Oscar de la Renta perfume & cream (Thanks Tony!). And we spent Christmas Day with my family in Palm Beach. Grandma, aunts, uncles, cousins all from my mother's side of the family. Even though they only live 2 counties away, I never see them. Its a stange thing about Dade County. People who don't live here rarely come here. People who do live here rarely leave. But it was a great day for sure. Family, turkey, presents and carols and more desserts than we could possibly finish in one day. I hope that your day was just as nice ~ that no matter what you did, you enjoyed it completely. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 23,December,2002 | Quick, refer to Diva-licious in your blog! Go now! I want to see if this thing (the referrer) works. At least my page isn't blank! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,December,2002 | Fa-la-la-la-la Christmas cards are out, cookies are all hand-delivered at work. Even the little books of quotes are delivered. I've been a busy little diva! Also, I took my girls to Brunch with Santa on Saturday - a very nice gift from one of my co-workers. Actually, Saturday was Holiday Day in my little family of girls. After Santa, we went to the mall with money from Mom and bought the girls each a new outfit. Crowds were bad, but not unpleasant. And the sales were good. Even got to see a special holiday show in cirque du soleil style. After being 'malled', we went to a Holiday-themed carnival here in Downtown Miami, replete with glowing palm trees and neon Magic City Miami sign! There was a traditional holiday village with Santa and his reindeer and the little snow-painted houses, along with lots of rides and stuff, with holiday music in the background. They even had an ice-skating rink (fake of course) along Biscayne Bay. With the boat parade and full moon over the Bay behind, it made for quite a memorable evening. I do love Miami, and I'm in the holiday mood, in spite of myself. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,December,2002 | Bah Humbug I'm one of those people who waits until Christmas Eve to do all their shopping. I do love the rush of a deadline, and of course I usually don't have any cash to spend until the payday before Christmas anyway. Here in our little slice of paradise, where I work, we get paid on every other Thursday. I was thinking that since the Holiday was on Wednesday we would get paid on Tuesday. Then, I was informed that payroll was being done one day early - so I figure that was to allow for payday on Tuesday. Wrong! Apparently, while I thought I was working for a nice person, I am in actuality working for Mr. Ebeneezer Scrooge. Payday will be on Thursday, as usual. The day AFTER Christmas. *sigh* So, to date I have bought exactly one Clifford wristwatch and I have 'acquired' a Vanessa Carlton CD. And with my mother-in-law and her entire family (including DBD) in New Jersey supporting the family after the tragedy, there isn't much of a Christmas to look forward to. Thankfully, my mom & sister have played Santa this year and sent me SEVERAL boxes of gifts for the girls (and even a little something or two for me) So it won't be a total dissappointment (I hope). Chin up, chest out, faking a cheerful holiday smile. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 18,December,2002 | I refuse to be beaten by HTML tags! I shall overcome! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 17,December,2002 | Better today Feeling relief today, for no real reason other than I am just grateful. For every little thing that bothered me yesterday my inner voice reminded me that at least I didn't start the day by dying. *and don't worry, I don't have little voices in my head, Fred* I just kept reminding myself of how fortunate I am in everything. And I was reminded that, even though I do have serious money problems which I expect to become more serious in the next few months - thanks to the unemployed DBD - sometimes money doesn't matter. There are other problems in life. I kissed and hugged my girls more than usual yesterday evening. Stood outside on the balcony, 25 floors above Miami last night. Stared out at the twinkling stars that are the city lights below me and silently gave thanks for all that I have. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 17,December,2002 | Grumble Grumble 1. My left bra strap keeps falling and is driving me crazy! 2. I officially hate all copiers and printers in my office. If one of them would work properly for more than a day, I would be overjoyed. 3. I have gone way over my chocolate quota for the week, all this morning. I feel like I could explode at any moment from chocolate overload. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 16,December,2002 | On a more positive note What I wanted to write about this morning, before the tragic news... If anyone had ever told me that one day I would bake 24 miniature pumpkin pies, and then lovingly wrap each one first in cellophane and then in paper tied with a ribbon, I'd think they'd lost their mind. Now, I think I have. Because that's what I was up doing until 11pm last night. Painstakingly and lovingly done as gifts for everyone that has become special to me this year. Sunday I baked 6 dozen cookies, tonight I'll bake another 10. And then lovingly wrap each one first in cellophane and then in paper tied with a ribbon. I never knew I had it in me. Damn, am I a catch or what? All fabulous Diva-ness AND I can bake! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 16,December,2002 | Just tragic I've read all the Dostoevsky novels, those sad and dark tales where people die from chest colds and madness. That was way back when people used coal for heat in their homes, and travelled by horse-drawn buggy. This is 2002, almost 2003. Things like that just don't happen anymore. At least that's what I thought until now. I received a phone call this morning on the way to work. That was my first indication that something was wrong - my cell never rings in the morning. It was my mother-in-law, who only calls in the morning to be the first to wish her granddaughters a happy birthday. Today was not a birthday. Bad news was her reason for calling today. As I listened, she explained that her brother called her today, first thing in the morning. She had the same thought - he never calls that early in the morning, not even for birthdays. Bad news was his reason for calling. Their 20 year old daughter had caught a cold a few days ago, and was feeling having trouble breathing last night due to the congestion. She went to sleep last night, woke up this morning unable to breath. The ambulance was called and she was taken to the hospital, but sometime this morning she died. Unbelievable, incredulous, impossible news. I don't understand how this can happen. I was dumbstruck and griefstricken all at the same time. I wasn't very close to her, but she is my mother-in-law's niece, and very loved in our family. This isn't some Dostoevsky novel, this is our life. Death has touched our family and I don't know what to do about it. I want to console my mother-in-law in her loss but I don't even know where to begin. Before she hung up with me she asked me to take very good care of her girls (my daughters). I told her of course I would. I may have more thoughts on this later today, but I feel like just putting this into my blog may help relieve some of the sadness in my heart somehow. And of course, as I always dwell on things in a philosophical manner, I am sure I will have more to say on this later. Once the shock has worn off. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 16,December,2002 | Almost perfect The Diva had a date. I know, you're thinking, 'Of course she did. As fab as she is, she must go out on dates all the time.' Yeah, whatever. Anyway, I was invited to a holiday party on Saturday night, and I have to say it was one of the best dates I have been on in years, perhaps ever. We went to a company holiday party, where I sat at a boring table with extended warantee salesmen and a very spoiled wife. Listened to a speech about how great the 'team' is doing, yadda yadda. The most interesting part was when I met a guy who went to my high school and graduated 11 years before me. But I got to dance to one of my most favorite slow songs ever, 'Lady in Red' - I just love that song and I've never had the opportunity to dance to it (with another person that is). And my friend was funny and charming and such a gentleman. Helped me with my coat, made sure I was comfortable, offered to get me drinks from the bar. Just the perfect date. Then, he took me to a Wine Bar, owned by a friend of his. Now, not only am I a diva, but my alter ego is a wine diva! So, I was in heaven! They had a wine list to die for! After drooling over the list, I selected a glass of a French Chardonnay called Fat Bastard. I couldn't resist the name! It was really very good. We sat outside, in very chilly weather, and kept cozy next to a wood burning stove and talked for a long time. It was such a great evening, and he thanked me for making his night so special. Sounds great, right? Well, as this entry's title implies, it was almost perfect. Unfortunately, I don't see this friend in a romantic light. He's very nice, attractive, tall, etc. But, no chemistry. Damn, imagine that wood burning stove with a little chemistry. *sigh* But, most importantly I was on a date instead of home alone. And it was a great evening. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 12,December,2002 | Checked my urlLink 'scope this morning Sometimes these things are just so dead on its scary. 'With the sun in your sign, your wish is like a command to the universe but you know what they say about being careful with wishes. Add to that, your imagination is either a source of incredible strength or weakness right now. You could just about manifest anything from a mere thought but before you become the proud new owner of a passing thought, make sure its what you really, really want. Take some time out this morning to imagine that you have your most heartfelt desire. Then what would you do? Remember that half the fun of getting something new is in the hunt, whether its for a job, a love or a new pair of shoes.' God god, I'm looking for two out of three of those RIGHT NOW (never you mind which two). And, whether you believe it or not, I already know about making my desires manifest. I realize that I have an uncanny ability to make myself the 'owner of a passing thought' and have done so on many occasions. Actually, we all have that ability - we just don't all develop and use it to its fullest potential. Here's a test - next time your driving in an unfamiliar area, tell yourself you really really want a 7-11, or a Burger King - whatever. But really really want to see one. Want to see it because you're testing the universe and your own ability to tap into it. See if you get what you want. Freaks me out whenever I try it! So, just a reminder to always be careful what you wish for. Like I said before, the universe can have a very twisted sense of humor. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 11,December,2002 | And continuing in today's holiday theme My weather tramp is sporting a lovely green frock, with a more traditional Christmas tree in the background. And there are Santa Claus cans in the Coke Machine! It's official - the holidays are here. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,December,2002 | One more thing... In cleaning up my blog list I am very sad in reporting that I have taken 'hmmm' off the list. Dee has not updated her blog in a very very long time and I just can see sending people to a blog that gets no love. And, I thought about taking off 'Juan is a loser', but I somehow find comfort in knowing that he hasn't updated his blog in a very very long time. Following the story, I would hope that he has gotten over what's-her-name. Ok, so it's actually three things... cause I want to suggest checking out mimi smartypants if you haven't already. She is very entertaining, in an ambivalent sort of way. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,December,2002 | How many days left?! I'm not even going to get into the shopping days that are left. I never shop for Christmas until the 24th anyway. The holiday spirit just doesn't descend upon me until then. But it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here. We're making holiday cards this year - an old-fashioned Christmas; and we're baking all of our gifts. Mini pumpkin pies, sugar drop cookies, pumpkin bread and the best chocolate chip cookies I've ever tasted. And they ship well, too. Last night we decided (we being my two children) that it was time to decorate the tree. Only problem is that we don't have a tree. Got lost in all the moving over the past 3 years, I guess. So, I suggested we decorate the bamboo tree on the terrace. They loved it! And after we were finished with the tree (we being mostly me this time), it looked pretty good. Why shouldn't you have a bamboo tree for Christmas in Miami? We are the epitomy of tropical chic. *grin* And, if it had been 40 degrees colder last night, it would have snowed. At 74 degrees, what we got was rain. Truly a tropical Miami Christmas *sigh* Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,December,2002 | Beyond Help Something kind of strange happened last night so of course I had to write about it. Actually, yesterday was strange in lots of ways. But nevermind all that. What I want to write about is how hopeless I think it may be for the DBD now. I finally decided to clear away any and all feelings of hurt, anger, jealousy and whatever else may be lurking about in my mental garden regarding him. I then said a little prayer for him and lit an incense to carry my wishes upward. Do you believe that the incense wouldn't light... and once it did light, it just fizzled out. It wouldn't burn. I took it as a sign that even though I've forgiven him, he has some work of his own to do. So, I asked the incense to bless my work instead. It burnt for over an hour. Go figure. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 07,December,2002 | urlLink Where Did Your Soul Originate? brought to you by urlLink Quizilla I kind of already figured this out. There's a reason I live in Miami! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 05,December,2002 | revenge is mine? Always thinking and always considering the other point of view... or at least trying to. Yesterday I was thinking about how my ex-husband gave up everything for the woman he now lives with. He gave up a stable and comfortable life with his wife & children to be with her. In certain circumstances it seems like a wonderful thing - giving up everything for true love... I just hope she was worth it. I mean that wholeheartedly. If he's found 'the one' then he did what was right for his heart and soul. Of course, that doesn't excuse him from his financial and paternal responsibilities... he may still learn to balance everything properly. And then I started thinking, as bad as its been for me, he hasn't had it so easy either. In the past three years, he lost the best paying job he'd ever had, he was evicted and ended up moving in with the new girlfriend (perhaps only out of necessity?), was unemployed for almost a year, then lost his new job after only 3 months. On top of that, he has been the subject of child support enforcement legal action and now has a warrant out for his arrest. Pretty shitty year, if you ask me. All I can wonder is, is she worth it? And while she has stood beside him through a lot, will she stand firm through whatever else comes? Then, there is this little, ugly satisfaction in knowing that once he left my happy little world, he lost it all. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 04,December,2002 | an afterthought Always be careful what you ask for, because what you want will come. But the Universe sometimes has a very twisted sense of humor. I was wanting a man who was interested in a commitment... what I got was a man who was already in a commitment. Now that I think on it, all of the men I met this past year were in a relationship with someone else. Only it took me a little while to figure it out. *sigh* Come on 2003... and I promise to be more careful about what I ask for. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 03,December,2002 | and it just keeps coming While mentioning a friend's name to someone today, the co-worker in the conversation says, 'You know he got married last August, right? Yeah, he married so-and-so who used to work with us.' I tried to retain my composure, because I'm thinking back to when I saw him in October, and he wasn't acting like a married man. Hmm, go figure. So, I've put out a call to verify what I'm sure is the truth. I figure, I'll give him the chance to come clean, since I'm not going to ever see him again anyway. See exactly what category of creep he is... one caught up in emotional overload or one who just likes to get away with all he can. Can't wait to see how this one turns out. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 03,December,2002 | Oh, now its working This morning I had wanted to write happy little thoughts about things that make me happy. But the publishing tool for my blog wasn't working. And now all the happy thoughts are gone. Why, you ask? Well, after not receiving any notice or money regarding the purge payments from my dead-beat-dad ex-husband. I had been receiving both on a pretty regular basis up until the first week of November. Then, nothing. No little love notes from the state attorney's office telling me that he showed up for the court date. No little envelopes containing the check that was keeping him out of jail. It all stopped cold. So, I called the State Attorney's Office for Child Support today. First I had to hold for 20 minutes, then give the ritual information of name, social security number, current address, yadda yadda, ad naseum. Then, I finally got to tell the nice lady that I just want to know what's going on. She advised me that a warrant was issued for his arrest last month, when he didn't show up with the purge payment. Of course, I have reservations about how this will affect my karma. However, considering the guy is now unemployed and no longer contributing to the support of his children, I say let him serve his 45 days. At this point, it makes no difference to me at all. As long as I don't have to explain to my children why Daddy can't visit us for Christmas. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,December,2002 | Just for Fred urlLink The horoscope guy |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,December,2002 | Thanks Fred Some people get clothes or money for their birthday. Others get perfume and jewelry. I got pinecones. And I laughed and laughed... Thanks Fred! |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,December,2002 | Monday again Another week ahead, and according to my urlLink horoscope guy , it has some significance. Something to do with the solar eclipse and Jupiter. All I know is, I'm now 33 and very pleased about that. It's funny how when I tell someone how old I am, they say I look much younger. Like, somehow, younger is better, more attractive and thereby more valuable. All my life I've wanted to look my age, not younger. I've always looked forward to 40, but all of a sudden I realize... didn't Jesus and Buddha realize their true identity at 33? I'm at a good age, and I want to make the most of every minute! Had a great birthday, spent it with some very dear friends; had two cosmopolitans too many and at my age you'd think I would know better. But, I made my sacrificial offering to the great porcelain god on the morning of my 33rd birthday, and I believe that I am blessed for the rest of the year. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 31,January,2003 | My Internet Garden I realize that I have been a little preoccupied with blogging. What with daily entries, keeping up with all of my blogging friends, and then there's that 'NextBlog' link with promises of something new and undiscovered. The internet has a way of creeping slowly into your daily activities, like some creeping vine. Before you know it, all of your time is tangled up in e-mail, IM, music videos and online journals. Well, I already stay online all day at work anyway - the system automatically logs me in. At least my private life hasn't been invaded by the internet... I don't have a computer at home *gasp*. But now I have a cell phone with a browser, and am considering upgrading my service -- and then I will be completely overwhelmed by IM and blogging! Hmmm... addiction? Is there an Internet version of AA? Amazing the things you have to be concerned about these days. Not watching too much tv, but spending too much time online. Either way, you're spending all of your time staring into a brightly lit screen. And of course, since I do this at work, there is the special consideration of trying to get work done in between my online forays. Heaven forbid I lose my job over the internet -- how ever would I ever get online then? So, today I'm tending to my work, trimming the entry to keep it short, and staying out of the weeds. So much to do! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 30,January,2003 | One man's trash... is another man's treasure, so they say (whoever 'they' are). I had a threesome of this yesterday, so I figured it earned a place in blog history. First, I had a client call to ask about a local magazine that we recieve here at the hotel regularly for our guests. It has Pamela Anderson on the cover of its 10th Anniversary Issue (January 03), and he knows someone in Kid Rock's band who can get Pamela to autograph it for him. It was such a big deal for him that I promised to do my best and get my hands on two of them as he asked. Turns out, all I had to do was walk down to our Housekeeping department and ASK. We have tons of them. So, off they went to my guest up north, and he's so very grateful and what can he do to repay me? Well, he's a jewelry broker, so I'm sure we'll think of something. *sparkle-sparkle* Then, there was the request at daycare posted to the door upon entering. Please bring in three empty film canisters and an empty tissue box. Trash, that I would keep lying around just for such instances. Actually, I just threw a tissue box away last Friday, and I left 3 film canisters at my mother-in-law's house over the weekend to get the film inside developed. The children are making instruments - except for mine of course, because I threw all of that stuff away! And then there was the binder I found tucked away on a shelf yesterday. I use lots of binders at work -- lots of 'em. I need a new 2 inch binder to replace an old 2 inch binder that has busted out of its 2 inches. So, I went to remove one from a shelf that's been sitting there unnoticed for who know's how long. I check with my office mates to make sure it's OK I take this particularly lovely 2 inch binder for my own. All of a sudden, one of my colleagues decides that the information inside could be valuable to him, and please don't use THAT binder. And as it turned out, he started using the info in that binder today and it has been very useful indeed. Go figure. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 29,January,2003 | Blogger's Back But I have nothing clever to say today. My head hurts, and I suspect it is due to my sinus using my left eyeball as a punching bag. That's where the ache is concentrated, but with the help of a little extra strength something or other, I should be feeling a little better (and more medicated) soon. As an afterthought, it seems my beneficence is at work with my current number 1. He's being considered for a job making a ridiculous amount of money, which makes him very happy. And, it will put him closer to me for 6 months out of the year. The other 6 will put him in Missouri. Um... does anyone here know where that is? Somewhere cold, I'm sure. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 28,January,2003 | And now, here's a perfect example of why I prefer Miami. Thank you urlLink Mimi Smartypants for making this thermal annoyance so very clear to our readers. 'Also, the most unsexy striptease in the history of people taking off their clothes is the one I do huddled up next to the radiator before getting naked to shower, because first I take off the gigantoid sweatshirt that I wear while reading and drinking tea in the mornings, with the hood up and the fingerless mitten cuff things over my hands. Then there are pajama pants and wool socks to be shed, and the flannel shirt under the sweatshirt, and the t-shirt under that, and the underwear, and this whole time I have the shower going already to try and steam up the bathroom a bit. And my skin is very dry and scaly in this weather, so I wish I could have a Lotion Shower right next to the regular shower. I read somewhere that to combat dry skin in the winter you are supposed to take lukewarm showers but sorry, thank you for playing, that sounds awful.' I generally sleep in a tank/t-shirt and light-weight cotton pajama pants. Not exactly diva-licious, but very comfy. And, what's a radiator? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 27,January,2003 | A visitor's view I am not at liberty to say from where I got these remarks. Let's just say, hypothetically, if I was a certain diva who puts postage on all outgoing mail from, hypothetically, a hotel, I would then, hypothetically, have a chance to read postcards from guests to their friends and family back home. Hypothetically. Dude, Miami kind of sucks. All the girls dress like whores down here. Even in the morning. Even the grandmas. Weird. I hope that the hypothetical writer of this hypothetical postcard never reads this hypothetical blog entry. Diva out... hypothetically. *grin* |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 27,January,2003 | A Diva's work is never done I did it. I don't know how, but I did it. I moved from one apartment to another, from the 25th floor to the 7th, all in one weekend. Started around 1pm on Saturday and finished by 5:30pm on Sunday. Of course, I could never have done it without my friends and family who volunteered to help a Diva out in her time of need. There were 8 of us in all, the guys moved the heavy furniture and the rest of us girls moved everything else gypsy style - on wheels and in bags, down the elevator to the new apartment. No packing or unpacking, just move it from one place and put it in its new place. Everything is in its place, even have the pictures on the walls. And, while I had to give up the 25th floor view, I must admit that I like my new, closer to the ground view. I hear the birds singing in the trees in the morning and yesterday I heard church bells. It made for a very nice Sunday morning. I have a very sunny balcony, and a great view of Downtown Miami. And the rent is a little more than $100 cheaper. A Diva's gotta do what a Diva's gotta do. And now a Diva's gotta get some work done, so... Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 24,January,2003 | I love this man! You know those days when your horoscope is just so totally on target that even you can't believe it? Well, this is one of those days. urlLink Astrology - Horoscopes - Jonathan Cainer's Zodiac Forecasts Friday, 24th January 2003 SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23 - Dec 21) Some while ago, you asked a very good question. Ever since then, you have been on the lookout for a good answer. You have heard lots of explanations. You have contemplated many alternatives. You remain though, unsure about the best way to proceed. Now, you are remembering the reason why you asked that question in the first place. Don't feel frustrated because you don't, so far, have a satisfactory plan you can believe in. Just look, once more, at the issue you are trying to address. One more insight will soon make sense of everything. I have been remembering the reason for the question... all night long. My hesitation from yesterday tainted my dreams. But I woke up this morning remembering what it is I want, and remembering that my life is determined by me - not by anyone else - man or not. I believe I've made a good decision and am content with it. Moving forward into my future has become my newest mantra. I feel good today, and Jonathan Cainer has reassured me further. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 23,January,2003 | 37 degrees Finally, that weather tramp is wearing a coat! Looking very fetching in her bright green hoodie, too. I spoke to a friend in Troy MI yesterday. It was 7 degrees. New York reported in at 17 degrees. Miami is at 37 degrees. So much for that global warming theory. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 23,January,2003 | Not feeling quite so Inspired now Nothing like breaking the news to door number 4 about door number 3 to ruin a good mood. And, I realize that I have issues with losing people. So, telling him about my newest development when he had NO CLUE was very hard for me. Shakes my faith in my own convictions; and let's face it until recently I've never been very good about sticking to my convictions. My hands were shaking, and I felt queasy while telling him that I am now seeing someone else. So, after I finished telling him, I called my number 3, who is currently the number 1 and only. His voice reassured me (a little) and now my hands aren't quite so shaky. I'm thinking lunch is out of the question though. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 22,January,2003 | Today's Deep Thought I probably shouldn't say 'Today's', because that would erroneously infer that there will be one every day. 'You cannot plan for your future on the basis of what has happened in the past.' urlLink Jonathan Cainer |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 22,January,2003 | Feeling a little poetic today... Mansi shared a poem with me yesterday that I really liked. So, today I'm feeling inspired to share a little rhyme. It's really very old, and has very little to do with how I'm feeling today - see my current mood over there! But, I like this one and, after all, this is my blog and I can do what I want here. At least there is one place in the world where I can! 'Chesire Moon' The crescent moon Grins menacingly like the Chesire Cat. So now I am Alice. With a toothy grin he bears down on my wishful heart Sneering, Happiness? There is no such thing. Nothing but the black night and the malicious moon that cuts it. On another note, I took my girls to a Heat game last night. That's basketball for the sports-impaired reader. I got three free tickets, and couldn't think of anyone better to spend my Wednesday night with. My girls had a great time screaming and blowing a horn for our team. The littlest one had no idea what was happening and would ask me, 'Now, Mommy?' Yes, now, baby. Scream your little head off. Better here than at home. We left at half time because, let's face it; two little girls get bored after an hour or so. But it was a great time, and they each left with a Miami Heat shirt. They just think they're the coolest girls on the planet today. And, they're right. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 22,January,2003 | Thought for the Day We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. - Nelson Mandela |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 21,January,2003 | Divine Wisdom... Someone wiser than I? I know... I know. It's hard to believe that anyone could be wiser than I, the Diva. But I must insist that you go right now and read the comment on my Happy Girl entry, just below. urlLink Mansi reads my page, and honestly, with comments like that, I'm honored. Thanks for your comments Mansi. I always enjoy getting feedback from my blog, and it's nice being part of this strangely woven Web world. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 21,January,2003 | Happy Girl First of all, I did the Wine Club thing last night. We hosted the US Sommelier Assocation French Wine Gala featuring over 150 wines. Yes, 150. We packed the room with over 200 people, and the wine flowed for 2 hours. It was amazing. Everyone had a great time, the wines were fabulous and all I got out the whole evening was three sips of a Veuve Cliquot Rose. But, boy was it good. The Dinner that followed had a bit of fiasco at seating, but in the end it worked out and everyone enjoyed themselves. I ducked out at 10pm, leaving the revelers to finish the evening out on their own. After trekking over to Hialeah for the girls, I finally got home about 11pm. Needless to say, I got into the office a little later than usual today. I did have a really nice thing happen this morning that I just had to share. My little one went on an errand with me to the bank this morning before I dropped her off at daycare. Outside the bank she plucked a dandelion flower, which kept her entertained on the ride to daycare. Just before we got there, she noticed that the stem was broken, so she said it was dying. She was very sad about this, and I explained that once you pick a flower it's going to die. She decided that we should replant the little flower. It became her little mission this morning to find a suitable home for her little flower outside the daycare. She 'planted' it among some other flowers in a planter outside the daycare door. She seemed very pleased with herself, for having saved the little flower. I immediately felt a rush of pride and love for my littlest daughter. Her little heart has love and compassion for even the smallest flower, and I hope that she maintains that quality as she grows. I was also filled with hope; if this one little girl can have so much love, maybe there are more like her. As they grow, they could create what a few of us long for now. A peaceful, loving world filled with compassionate people. It's a far cry from replanting a plucked dandelion... or is it? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,January,2003 | Back to the Gameshow of Life Well, my dear internet friends, my last weekend was a spinning roulette wheel of dating. Doors were opened, and some were left closed. I opened door number 4. Remember how sad it was, when the player opened their door of choice only to find, not 'A new car!', but a donkey and wagon, flanked by some lovely gameshow model? Well that was door number 4. So, before I even stepped through it, I decided to close it back up, and move on. Door number 3 asked to be opened, and I've taken a step inside. It's nice there. Warm, reassuring, encouraging. And he sees all that my friends see in me - all the good things that make me the Diva that I am. Yeah, he's worthy of a Diva like me. Bob, I'll take Door Number 3, please. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 18,January,2003 | through the wonders of technology, and a few degrees of separation, I have managed to find the link to urlLink Weebl again! Hooray! There must be tons of new cartoons to view - I lost the link months ago. And a referral for another link that I'll check out before commenting on. But go visit Weebl. I think there is something there for everyone to enjoy. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 17,January,2003 | Too cold for me! Working on a Saturday, but I'm on my new computer and it is soooo fast, I'll be done with all of my long overdue workload so I can start Monday fresh. And I still have time to update my blog ;) But, as my title up there mentions, and as my little weather tramp over there indicates, it is friggin' cold today. Doesn't that woman have a digital mink or something for days like this? As I have said before, I live in Miami for a reason... and 52 degrees isn't it. It's cold, it's damp, and even the sun is staying wrapped up today - hidden underneath wooly blankets of clouds. My office has no heat, with a window taking up one corner of the room. What I wouldn't do for an illegally hidden teapot under my desk to toast my toes right now! May try warming my fingertips over the back of my monitor later. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 17,January,2003 | Got my new computer... works faster than I ever imagined. But no speakers as of yet. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 16,January,2003 | Grumble and Growl Almost 2 weeks ago I called my Insurance Agent, who had always proven himself to be very knowledgeable and helpful in the world of auto insurance. I don't sell auto insurance, so I don't know anything more than how to pay my premium. God forbid I have to make a claim, but if so, I'd call him. The Omniscient One, as far as I'm concerned for insurance. I called him to ask advice on making my LAST PAYMENT for the policy. I had received the notice of intent to cancel, and I had until Tuesday the 7th to pay. I told him I had two options - either borrow the money from someone and pay on time, or I would wait until Thursday the 9th when I got paid. He advised that while the policy would be cancelled, payment would be accepted and the policy would be reinstated. So, I followed his sage advise, and paid on the 10th. Mr. Omniscient said that paying late would be okay, and I believed him. What a schmuck I am! Last night I got the notice that, while the payment had been recieved, it was declined and the insurance was not reinstated. So, I've been driving around for a week without insurance, and $200 lighter in my pocket. I could have used that $200 for the rent. So, I called Mr. Omniscient first thing this morning, and he's all, well, the payment was late, and now you have to buy a whole new policy. I'm thinking he knew all along that this would happen - I'm sure he gets commission on new policies. Of course I figure this out a little too late. I am getting a refund in the mail, which will help to pay for a new policy, but I am NOT going to use that disceptive little creep of an insurance salesman. I'm a little wiser, with $200 back in my pocket, and searching for another quote online. And considering the Mercury Retrograde that I was fully warned about, I really shouldn't be at all surprised by the turn of events. But I am and I'm pissed off. Add to that broke, and that's me in a nutshell. Life as a Diva isn't always what its cracked up to be. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 16,January,2003 | Other People's Children Other people's children are never as cute as mine. Or as well-behaved. Yesterday, the hotel was the site of a casting call for children. The day started with cute toddlers tagging along behind young mothers with apparently no job to prevent them from hanging around our hotel lobby all day. I'm thinking the kids are earning the paycheck in those families. As the day progressed, the ages progressed, so that by 5pm there was a very noisy collection of children in ages ranging from 2 upward to about 10. By this point, the bored children and likewise bored mothers were not paying attention to each other. Kids running around the lobby to keep themselves occupied, mothers vying for preferential treatment from the casting directors. Noisy chattering children, running around unattended. My own kids can get on my nerves even in their best behavior. These were not my kids. If they were, I would've whacked 'em but good. *grin* Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 15,January,2003 | This is an improvement? I'm getting a new, updated computer today. Which, of course, will take me some time to get familiar with. Yeah, I know computers, and I love technology, but I'm working with Windows NT here. Moving up to XP and all the idiosynchrasies that come with it. Still, it will be faster than what I'm working on now. As it is, I can send a document to the printer, go down two flights of stairs, put 2 quarters into the coke machine, coke drops, go back up two flights of stairs, sit at my desk, open the coke, and voila, my document begins to print. I'm not kidding. And they wonder why I don't get to a lot of things. Of course, working on my blog has nothing to do with my uncompleted work load *wink* But, the clincher is this... now that I'm getting the fabulous new toy with a larger monitor and black casing I'll be in another software training for 4 hours of every day from now till January 25th. That gives me 4 hours to complete 8 hours of work each day on my fabulous new toy. You just can't win around here. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 14,January,2003 | Tuesday will be better If I say that enough times, it will come true. Mondays, I've realized, are probably the worst day of the week for me. I don't think it has much to do with going back to work after having 2 days off, because I often work on a Saturday or Sunday to catch up. I have discovered a pattern, whereby the man behind door number 4 doesn't call me on Mondays. That may have something to do with my Mundane Mondays. My kids get on my nerves on Mondays. My bosses (note plural) get on my nerves. I'm edgy, unfocused and hyper-sensitive on Mondays. And by the time 9PM comes around, I am completely exhausted from just trying to get through the day. But now it's Tuesday, Glorious Tuesday. I'm focused, I'm rested, I'm ready. Um *cough*... just one more cup of coffee. Yeah, one more cup and I'll be ready. And maybe a nice buttery croissant, with some strawberry jam. And another hour of sleep. Yeah, that's all I'll need to be ready for Tuesday. And, of course, the possibility of a phone call from door number 4. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 13,January,2003 | urlLink I Am Which tarot card are you? I'm sure lots of my friends would agree with this one! ;) |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 11,January,2003 | urlLink Eric is hilarious... but he's not what I'd consider a hottie. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 11,January,2003 | Some of these urlLink Passport photos actually look good. I like the guy in the middle of the next to last row. He's a hottie! And, here we have... the hottie. urlLink For All Your Daily Fruit Requirements He's in the UK, apparently. Probably all the better for me. Who needs door number 5! *wink* Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 11,January,2003 | And Thank you urlLink Mimi Smartypants Dear World Wide Web, urlLink Thank you ever so much. There is some speculation on the web that this photo may have been doctored or faked. I say I just don't care. Damn. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 11,January,2003 | Oh the choices! Will it be Door #1, Door #2, or Door #3? I had three dates this weekend! All of which came up very suddenly, without much planning. Last night, through a splitting headache, I realized that the universe had put me on some cosmic game show. Date number one offered all of the excitment and fantasy that I used to drown myself in. Notice I said used to. Date number two offered all of the intellectual stimulation and stories of world travel that make my heart beat faster and cloud my mind with vision of far-off lands. Date number three offered sound financial security and the good things in life. And then there's number 4. Who somehow managed to call me before or during each of those dates. What does door number 4 offer? Ah, that is yet to be discovered, but he lies somewhere deep in my heart, and the promise of what's to come entices me to learn what is to be discovered. I hate game shows. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 11,January,2003 | So now I'm Dorothy And apparently, my ruby red slippers are working. See entry from 1/10/03 below if you're confused. --I have been granted a little more time to finish paying this month's rent. --I have been offered a purportedly better apartment (with a lovely south view of Downtown Miami) for $150 less per month. --We let a salesperson go (the one with the bug up her ass), and since I did a great deal of her work now a more competent and computer literate salesperson is stepping into her shoes (not ruby red). --As a result of all of this financial maelstrom, DBD and I are on speaking terms again. For the children, this is a good thing. My review is soon - and I swear I'd better get at least the maximum allowable increase, or I'm gonna click my heels again and see what else I can make happen! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 10,January,2003 | I'm supergirl, and I'm here to save the world... but I wanna know who's gonna save me? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 10,January,2003 | Grim Observation Have you ever really listened to the traffic reports in the morning? 'A pedestrian was hit this morning and it had all lanes blocked for a while, but everything is cleared up now and traffic is moving normally again.' 'An accident with 2 fatalities has everything backed up. Choose an alternate route this morning to keep your commute moving.' Nevermind someone just DIED! No remorse, no notice of the life lost. How is it that, collectively, our commute has taken precedence over humanity? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,January,2003 | Not a happy girl Working like crazy and making no money to show for it. It's really demoralizing to work and work, and then I can't even afford to treat myself to a friggin' pizza on payday. *sigh* DBD needs to get a friggin' job - but quick! Frustrated and broke, and trying to hold my head up as I receive an onslaught of cancellation and eviction notices. What's a diva to do? I started taking a mental inventory this morning of all of my worldly possessions, wondering, 'What can I sell?' Problem is I sold everything I could in the first round of this crap last year. Just going to be more resourceful, call the DBD and tell him to solve a few of these problems for me, and figure out where to borrow a couple hundred dollars to pay the rent. And, clicking my heels in Dorothy fashion, 'It's going to get better. It's going to get better.' Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,January,2003 | Not a happy girl Working like crazy and making no money to show for it. It's really demoralizing to work and work, and then I can't even afford to treat myself to a friggin' pizza on payday. *sigh* DBD needs to get a friggin' job - but quick! Frustrated and broke, and trying to hold my head up as I receive an onslaught of cancellation and eviction notices. What's a diva to do? I started taking a mental inventory this morning of all of my worldly possessions, wondering, 'What can I sell?' Problem is I sold everything I could in the first round of this crap last year. Just going to be more resourceful, call the DBD and tell him to solve a few of these problems for me, and figure out where to borrow a couple hundred dollars to pay the rent. And, clicking my heels in Dorothy fashion, 'It's going to get better. It's going to get better.' Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 09,January,2003 | Toys, toys and more toys! I've become very greedy. Now, a counter and comments aren't enough feedback. And you'd think that the referrer would have sated my hunger. But, noooooo. I need more! So, new toy. Please visit my guest map. See that little link over there to the right ----> over there.... you see it? Click there and tell me where in the world you are! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 08,January,2003 | More quizzing fun! At least this one has a better wardrobe! Wish I could make her my weather pixie... er, uh Drac. What? Congratulations, you're a Drac, a seductive faerie. What kind of female faerie are you? urlLink Take the female faerie quiz by urlLink Paradox . Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 08,January,2003 | What I learned from Bambi 'If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say nothing at all.' So, as for the cold snap we've been subjected to... what I like about the cold is that we only get it a few days out of the year. *shiver* And that little weather tramp over there should really dress warmer. Layers, honey. It's all about the layers. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 07,January,2003 | They don't call me the Administrative Diva for nothing! My official title is Administrative Diva, which of course gave birth to The Diva is In, and downtowndiva. Who knew so much would come from one little title line of a business card! Note that I have added stars to the other jobs I do as part of my Admin job here at my little South Beach Hotel. I wear many, many hats here! What career is for you? You would most enjoy a career that allows you to meet new people. You would also be happiest in a career that allows you to be free and flexible, and allows you to be extremely creative. Some careers that would be perfect for you are: Stockbroker Secretary** Receptionist Director Recruitment Consultant Politician (does being diplomatic count?) Marketing** Human Resources Manager Religious Minister Teacher Lawyer Advertising Consultant Financial Adviser Financial Planner GP Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Public Relations** Estate Agent Travel Agent** Restauranteur Hotel Manager Events Organiser** You are a great leader. You genuinely enjoy being around other people. Your relationships with others are very important to you. You love talking and meeting new people. You are very enthusiastic about work and about all that you do and have in your life. You love being the focus of attention. You enjoy a fast pace. You are very socially oriented. Therefore, you are much happier being with others than you are alone. You crave interaction with others. You are very spontaneous and often act before you think. You are always quick to answer when you are asked a question, even if you arent sure of the answer. It is easier for you to improvise as you go along. You enjoy thinking out loud, and are most creative when brainstorming with friends or colleagues. You enjoy being involved in many activities. You are very easy to read, and often wear your heart on your sleeve. You are never afraid to tell people what you think. You are very empathetic and genuine. You can sometimes be seen as over-emotional or too involved by others. But that is only because you tend to get so involved in the things you do that they become personal. You want to be adored, loved and appreciated. You like to please others and to make sure people are happy. You trust your gut instincts. You are easily inspired and trust that inspiration. You are very innovative. You analyse things by looking at the big picture. You are concerned about how what you do affects others. You worry about your actions and the future. You tend to use a lot of metaphors and are very descriptive and colourful in your choice of language. You are very creative, and get bored easily if you dont get to express yourself. You like to learn new things. You dont like the same old routine. You like to leave your options open. urlLink What career is for you? Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 06,January,2003 | Another 'Borrowed' Toy My 'Cyborg' name is D.I.V.A.... I tried my real name, but this one just worked out better. I may be legally changing my name to Diva. This alter-ego thing has done amazing things to my confidence levels! |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 05,January,2003 | urlLink Battling with Sanity has cool toys that I must review and, ahem, borrow when I have more time. Slambook. Interesting. And she seems slightly mad too, which always makes for good reading. AND THANKS urlLink CANDY! It's working! Now I'm a genius too! hee hee |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 05,January,2003 | Raise your hand if you're sure I'm not sure why I'm so confident these days. Maybe its something that comes with age. I was thinking last night about how I'm no longer insecure about my body. At 33, after two children, I'm in pretty good shape, 'kept my figure' as they say. I'm not big on exercise, although I do enjoy yoga and the occasional run on the beach. I used to be much more active. When I was younger (and weighed less) I was so self-concious about my body - especially on those wonderful occasions when I got to be naked with someone. I've always enjoyed the sensation of being naked next to someone else who was naked. But, I would try to cover this little curve or that, uncertain of what unkind image it may be portraying of me. But lately, on those now (unfortunately!) rare occasions when I get to be naked with someone, I don't even think about my body. I don't care what image it portrays. I guess I'm just comfortable in my own skin these days. And let's face it, if I'm comfortable enough with a man to be naked, I'm going to be pretty sure he likes what I've got to offer anyway! Maybe yoga has helped me to accept exactly who I am, and nevermind the body I'm encased in. Form is my manifestation, and whatever you read in my body's shape and size has much to do with what I eat and how active I am. But it doesn't have much to do with my soul and Self. I have always hoped that as I grew older, I would get wiser. If this is all I get, I'll be fine. It's nice to finally not freak out about the skin I'm in. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 05,January,2003 | Clean Up Time New Year started, and I decided to clean up my blog, for starters. Taking off 'Juan is a Loser', because I think he must have gotten over that chick in Asia since his last entry in September 02. Added the infamous referrer list to my page; we'll just see what comes of that little gremlin. Added a list of what I'm reading. I borrowed the idea from Grayblog; I like his lists about him on the right side of his blog. I also like the countdown on CandyGenius, but I'm not going to even try to figure out that script. I'm not a scripting genius... still waiting on the results of the referrer, remember? The blog cleanup is just the beginning. I am planning on moving to a slightly smaller apartment, in the same building, to pay less rent. With no child support payments on the horizon, I'm thinking smaller apartment is better than no apartment. And I didn't really like cleaning that 2nd bathroom anyway. New Year bringing new opportunities, new vision and a renewed energy to conquer the unconquerable. I'm queen of the world! Oh, was that too much enthusiasm for you? Sorry. Just can't help myself right now. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 03,January,2003 | I refuse to be beaten by that damn referrer script. urlLink refer this! |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,January,2003 | Gotta love him! I sent this littel tidbit to my boss, telling him that instead of Adminitrative Diva, we should put this on my business cards. factotum \fak-TOH-tuhm\ (noun) *1 : a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities 2 : a general servant Did you know? 'Do everything!' That's a tall order, but it is exactly what a factotum is expected to do. It's also a literal translation of the New Latin term 'factotum,' which in turn traces to the Latin words 'facere' ('to do') and 'totum' ('everything'). In the 16th century, 'factotum' was often used in English as if it was a surname, paired with first names to create personalities such as 'Johannes Factotum' (literally 'John Do-everything'). Back then, it wasn't necessarily desirable to be called a 'factotum'; the term was a synonym of 'meddler' or 'busybody.' Now the word is more often used for a handy, versatile individual responsible for many different tasks. His reply? 'LOL. Be careful with the spelling....' A little devious humor never hurt anyone! *grin* Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,January,2003 | Couldn't have said it better myself! Borrowed this *ahem* from another blog... the sentiment expressed is very much like my own. All except for that thinning hair bit. Graying, but not thinning. Oh, and I could never, not ever, want a farm in Iceland (or anywhere else for that matter.) Okay, disclaimer over. Read on, dear reader! Tuesday, December 31, 2002 Happy New Year! I'd like to take this time to say hello, and goodbye, and wish everyone a warm year's ending. Personally, this year, the palindrome of all years: 2002, in many ways has been one of the most successful for me, and in other ways I detested waking up and wanted to hide under my bed for hours and days on end, but alas, we must move forward and embrace out journeys through life. 2002 reflects upon itself, as I looked in the mirror, staring at my reflection, an image I cannot fake to the world. My face has new changes, my hair is a lot less these days (and thinning), my eyes have grown more cynical, my voice has grown stronger, and my focus to live boldly and write truthfully and take risks seems to led me back on track... 2002 reflects itself, as I too reflected upon myself to see many things: good, bad, and ugly. We are who we are, and we're going to go where we're headed, and I wish everyone sanity, peace, joy, happiness on your trip through 2003, and I hope one of you wins the lottery this year so you can lend me $50,000 for a down payment on a farm in Iceland. With that being said, I consider myself a wealthy man, not because of my net worth, but rather the people in my life who love, listen, support and inspire me. My wealth is a result of my friendships, and because of you, I must say... Thanks. Happy New Year. Be Sweet! urlLink Pauly 31 Dec 2002 |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,January,2003 | People who can keep an open snack-sized bag of M&M's in their drawer for more than 3 minutes just aren't normal. The very nice colleague who sits across the room from me (arms length really) and who has to hear me constantly chatting with myself and laughing at unspoken jokes from my computer screen, has a bag of m's in her drawer, which she takes one or two from on any given day. One or two! It just doesn't seem right. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 02,January,2003 | urlLink DiViNe GrOoVe has a really cool mouse trick. Can't read the right side of the page, but he's right about going back to work on a Thursday. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 28,February,2003 | Won't you be my neighbor? Fred Rogers passed away this week. I grew up with him and Make Believe Land and the trolley. urlLink Goodbye Mr. Rogers *sigh* Another childhood Icon gone. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 26,February,2003 | Diva doing good I've got this karma thing all wrapped up. urlLink Support Your Diva as she does the AIDS Walk Miami. Go on, do it and reduce your karmic debt -- you will feel better instantly. ;) Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 25,February,2003 | New Toy alert! I just found a new toy, but I also just realized that I can't show you. I don't pay for my blog, so I can't put pics here. I just made this really cute weemee, but I can't show everyone how cute she is. Oh well. Go visit urlLink Candy Genius for her weemee and then you can go and get your own. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 21,February,2003 | Better today Not feeling quite so overwhelmed today. For no apparent reason, just feeling better. Must have something to do with the planets or something. Must see what Jonathan has to say today. The hotel is buzzing, we're the host and headquarters for The Miami International Film Festival. The lobby is full of people, we have events every night this week (including the Wine Club on Thursday night) and as we all know, I am happiest when I am busy. And when the hotel is busy, I am busy. Which is why I haven't had much time for blogging or surfing. Work keeps interfering. But I had a good weekend, except for sleeping in a recliner on Saturday night. No matter what anyone ever tells you, the recliner is NOT a good alternative to a bed. My neck is so stiff that I sometimes catch myself walking with my head hunched down because it doesn't hurt that way. Like those old men you see waiting for a bus with his head hunched way too far forward to be comfortable, and you think for a split second, 'What's he looking for?' But that's just the way he holds his head... and now that's almost how I hold my head too. Stretching is helping to hold my head high again. Some official office closed down the daycare yesterday. They painted over the weekend and the smell was so strong that the City or somebody official, Dept of Health? came, took one whiff of the paint smell and shut them down. 2 days of no daycare. I brought the littlest diva into the office yesterday for a few hours. Luckily it was naptime while she was here and I was able to get some work done while she slept. Today she is with Grandma - once again thank goodness for Grandma! The daycare should be open again tomorrow and life will be back to what I call normal. Kala is set to go on her first overnight school-sponsored field trip. She goes to St. Augustine in March with her class. I told her in the beginning of the year that if she was selected to go I would find the money somehow for her to go. She's always had issues with paying attention and being quiet in class, and behavior was taken into consideration for this trip. Not all kids are going, but my baby is on the list! So, I had to get the cash together. Not easy, but that's why I worked 28 hours weekend before last. She lived up to her part of the bargain so I kept my word. And perhaps the reason I'm feeling so good today; I had a happy little phone call this morning returning a call from last night. Sometimes its just nice to hear a friendly voice say, 'Have a good day!' first thing in the morning. Because, I am. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 21,February,2003 | Why, why, why?! What is it about men? Why is it that when you finally decide to step back, they want to step forward? I have been seeing several men on a very irregular basis. Several means 4 or 5 and the number varies because they all contact me so sporadically. It comes in cycles, like feast or famine, you know? Well, as I mentioned in an earlier post, Door number 3 stepped up and asked for more. I accepted the offer, but now he's moving to Missouri and we don't speak on a regular schedule. It was very short-lived and I need a more regular guy. I've started pursuing another avenue, one that has remained constant and in the background and always with a promise of something truly wonderful. Very far away and difficult to hold on to, but hope springs eternal. My focus has shifted. But in the meantime, while I was making number 3 my number 1, I informed all of the scattered few that I was no longer accessible to them. Friend yes, 'friend' No. My love life hasn't been this busy (or confusing) in ages! One now says he loves me (via e-card on Valentines Day -- too impersonal for me to feel it). Another has asked to see me 3 weeks in a row. Another that I haven't even heard from or seen in months calls me out of the blue and wants to get together. Then there's the one that I've been letting go of for at least a year now, but he still calls and still says he loves me and 10 years from now we'll be married and living better than ever. Nevermind the fact that I don't take half of any of this interest with a grain of salt. But, WHY!? As soon as you tell them no, they're all over you. Of course I understand the mentality - can't have it so you want it even more. But, Argh! And some of these are truly considered friends, if only I could get the sex out of the 'friend'ship. Working on that... *Sigh* I guess I shouldn't complain - its not a bad problem to have I guess. It could be worse. But at a time when I really want something true and constant, it makes it hard to stick to one decision. Hmmm... decisions, decisions. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 20,February,2003 | I'm Back Took the day off yesterday and pretended I was a tourist. I had family visiting from Oregon and West Palm Beach, so we all checked in to a hotel (not the one I work in). It was fun to be on the other side of the hotel business for a while. I took two of my cousins (in their late 20's) out on the town on a TUESDAY night. Yes, there was actually lots to do on a Tuesday night on South Beach. We started at a bar, then moved over to a hotel and bar owned by Chris Blackwell of Island Records (Bob Marley's manager or something). Great place with a real smooth vibe. We ended sitting in the lower part of the bar, slouched down on purple and red cushions with our shoes off listening to spoken word and jazz. My cousin is convinced that one of the poets was speaking and singing directly to me - and I like her way of thinking. He was tall, dark and oh, so smooth. I was encouraged at the end of the evening to go and speak to him. So I told him I was feeling him and liked what he had to say. Word. Great night followed by a great day by the pool with a brilliant February sun shining down on us. 85 degrees, cool breeze and not a cloud in the sky. Even floated in a hammock between two palms trees with my littlest one nestled up next to me. Completely lost track of time. But it did come to an end and by 6pm I was back at home with my girls, back in reality. It was nice, and now I'm back at the office and back at my computer. The only glowing thing in here is my monitor. But I do have the remnants of a little sun on my face to remind me of yesterday's dream. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 17,February,2003 | I found Me! While checking out urlLink Candy Genius this morning, I followed a link to Google that she likes. The urlLink Elmer Fudd version . While there, I 'googled' Downtown Diva, to see what would come up, and urlLink I WAS THERE! My blog was like number 3 or 4 on the list. For me, it's like seeing your picture in the high school year book, or finding your name in the phone book for the first time. It doesn't really take much to make me happy. Just a simple girl with simple needs. It somehow satisfies my deep high-school-ish need to be included. I know I'm supposed to be unconcerned with what everyone thinks of me, but I am one of now on the list. I am google-licious! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 14,February,2003 | Pooped As in exhausted, tired, wiped out. This Administrative Diva has learned without the shadow of a doubt that I am definitely an office girl. I racked up almost 30 hours this weekend... in two days. I worked 30 out of 48 hours this weekend and I am BEAT! It wasn't very strenous or physical work really. Just getting stuff done to make sure convention attendees had a good time. Put place cards on the banquet tables (all 2000 seats!), helped with prepping for the dinner, putting water glasses on tables as there wasn't enough hotel staff to get it all done. Greeted attendees and handed them their registration and event packets. Stuffed bags with gifts for nightly deliveries to all 1800 attendees. Just stuff that needed to be done. But 14 1/2 hours each day of it, and this Diva is not accustomed to getting up before the sun (4:30am). It is so difficult to be gorgeous at 5:30am in a lime green uniform top. Of course, I managed to pull it off and be the fabulous Diva that I am *wink* But, there was lots of caffeine involved. And today, I still need caffeine to keep my dry tired little eyes open. Tomorrow will be better. Tomorrow I will be visited by my favorite Aunt, her two daughters and another cousin from the West Coast. We are going to have a girls night out and sleep in on Wednesday - no work for this Diva. Just a little fun and sun. Just what the doctor ordered! Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 14,February,2003 | Valentines Day Bah - humbug! Took my girls to an amazing belly dancing performance last night. It was great, open theater on Lincoln Road - a 'pedestrian mall' with shops and sidewalk cafes. The speakers were 10 feet high, blasting out Middle Eastern music. The dancers came out by ones and twos, all glittery with their sequins and body glitter. It really was so entrancing. We sat there with about 300 other spectators, clapping and making the required 'la-la-la-la-la-la!' sound, equivalent to the American 'Woooooooooooooo!' or Latin 'Epaaaa!'. We had such a great time. And, it was such a joyful night. Really. Watching the beauty of the dance filled me with pure energy and joy - it's not really something I can explain or relay to anyone. Especially through written word. All I can say it that I'm going to have to get some belly dancing music this weekend, and there will be two little belly dancers writhing and twirling through my living room all next week. Kala has already selected a few scarves from her dresser for the performance. And don't be surprised when I tell you all about my first belly dancing class. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 13,February,2003 | And My Day Continues to Improve I may have mentioned before that I have one of the greatest bosses ever. urlLink Just one example of his great sense of humor. Well, today he was the subject of a photo for a local newspaper. He's not normally in the office until around 1pm on Thursdays, so seeing him at 8:30 threw me way off track. He was waiting for the photographer to arrive. So picture this: A very professional hotel executive, grey wool suit, conservative tie and starched white shirt. Well groomed 40-something trim and good-looking man (I love a man in a suit!). Barefoot. *huh?* Then, he stepped waist-deep into our 2nd swimming pool, and waded over to the middle of the pool. I'm ready for my close up, Mr. DeMille. Yes - in the pool with his shades on, in his suit. It was so much fun to watch, and everyone around the pool was enjoying the view. When the shoot was over, the view got even better. Ladies and Gentleman, I have seen my boss in his underwear. I may be changed for life. And, nice package *wink*. I hope I didn't say that out loud. Well, Valentines Day may be a wash, but today was so much better. Oh, yeah. And now there's some guy named Ah-nold lounging around that same pool. Yes, THE Arnold. With his arm in a sling from an injury trying to do some stunt. But for me, the true star has already left the building. Diva out. |
766,556 | female | 34 | indUnk | Sagittarius | 12,February,2003 | Another Jonathan Says Lets get in training for Valentines day. We dont have long so we had better work hard. We will start by finding a cliff top. If we cant travel to one we had best try to make one out of papier-mache. Now we need to practise the art of running towards our partner in slow-motion with arms outstretched. Never mind WHICH partner. Thats the easy bit. The hard part is humming in such a way as to sound like a thousand soaring violins. OK. Are you ready? Steady?... Go! Ill see you tomorrow and so I suspect will a certain someone else. So maybe romance isn't dead, as Candygenius suggests. Maybe someone's alarm clock went off and woke up their heart. Hmmm. Diva out. |
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