MISSOURI TRIP...BOOKED!

Hey, Long Island City ain't so bad eh?

I TOOK THESE SHOTS LAST WEDNESDAY. I THINK I'LL BE SPENDING A LITTLE MORE TIME OVER HERE NOW THAT I'VE DISCOVERED THE HIDDEN BEAUTY...RIGHT DOWN THE STREET FROM MY OFFICE. 

There are many times in life when you find yourself at a crossroads. Funny how these crossroads approach at the damnedest times. You can go left or right. Neither road indicates the final destination and there’s a 50/50 chance one could lead to ultimate bliss or ultimate hell. How do you choose? Can you turn around if you’ve chosen the wrong path? Just choose the road to follow your heart…and here’s why:

You and I can seek out all the advice in the world, from both younger advisors who probably have never been in your shoes but will help you out with what “seems” most logical, and more mature advisors who can help with stories of the tried and true. However, the situation is yours. It’s YOU that will deal with the final resting place of that decision and while its smart to take into consideration all of these suggestions, you gotta be willing to go against the grain if that’s what your intuition is urging you to do. I don’t know about you, but I have found myself in a position (and more than a few times) where it’s a battle of Brain vs. Heart. The Brain is the player of logic and reason. The Heart is the player of passion and feeling. I don’t know where the saying originated, but we've often been told when trying to make a tough decision to “follow your heart”. Regardless of its origination, I choose to believe that the Heart won’t steer you wrong. While the Brain he seems to have more common sense, he fails to recognize empathy and emotion. Being that we’re human, those factors just can’t be dismissed.

I decided to get a penny for my thoughts on this today, because I’ve found myself at a fork in the road. The odds are stacked against me, but something deep inside is telling me that I’ve come to the right conclusion. Out of all of this, I’ve found the strength to move forward and the confidence in myself to back it up.

Nevermind the nay-say’ers group. Believe in yourself and then others will follow. 

Thanks to my mother for her support, God knows I need it

Here are two lovely prayers that pretty much sum it up for me:

The Serenity Prayer  God grant me the serenity  to accept the things I cannot change;  courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.  Living one day at a time;  Enjoying one moment at a time;  Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;  Taking, as He did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it;  Trusting that He will make all things right if I surrender to His Will; That I may be reasonably happy in this life  and supremely happy with Him Forever in the next. Amen.

If someone asked me to show them a beautiful person, inside and out, I would bring them Sabrina. Her smile, her laugh, her voice, her advice and dating stories, Thursday happy hours, dancing to the music of our mutual love Britney Spears, and her never-faulting genuine friendship will be forever cherished. Words cannot not express how much emptier my world is without Sabrina (AKA Sabs, Sabarina).  I love you Sabrina…always.

Last weekend, the girls got together for dinner to wish Ms. CRF farewell as she is movin' on up to RI.We will all most definitely miss her dearly here in NYC! Although, I cannot tell a lie and I am SIKED to have such a good reason to frequent Newport this summer. Hello to gorgeous, New England summer weekends!

 

Love this!

We cant go on together...

I heart Springtime

I used to live in Battery Park and in the warmer months, I think it’s the most tranquil and beautiful neighborhood of Manhattan. I was once told that when you take personal pictures without people in them, they are only looked at once. However, I can’t help but to take pictures just like that everytime I find myself strolling the BP hood. Here are some I captured last weekend…and I know that you will only care to look at them once!

I came home on Wednesday to find a Fed Ex package with my name on it. It was from a ‘Phil Biacct’ in PA…no clue who that is. I wasn’t expecting a package and of course, I was cautious in opening it. Anthrax? An early April Fools stunt? After slowly opening the box and peering in to spot the contents, I was shocked to find a brand new digital camera! Who in the hell was this from?! Well, in the bottom of the box was a small note on Bloomingdale’s letterhead that read, “Congratulations on winning Bloomingdale’s Smile Photo Contest! Enclosed you will find one (1) FUJI FILM Z270 Digital Camera. Enjoy!”

Holy cannoli! What a FABULOUS surprise. About a month ago, I was online and saw an advertisement to win a camera by submitting a photo of myself smiling with someone or something that made me happy. So I did…and won! Precious Zoey who is back in Missouri gets 60% of the credit though because she’s in it!

VERY INSPIRING...THANKS BRO FOR SHARING :)

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A list for the right love...according to "them"

Dating Trait #1: He listens to you

The best way to know if Mr. Next is interested in (and worthyof) being a candidate for Mr. Right? He listens to you. You'll know he's listening when he shows genuine concern, consistently remembers things you've told him (your birthday, favorite food, best friend's name, etc.), and offers emotional support in honest and thoughtful ways.

Dating Trait #2: He connects with you easily

We've all been in those relationships that take W-O-R-K (and suck the life force out of us in the process). When a relationship works on its own, it feels effortless, easy, and fluid. You don't have to force anything, forgive anyone, or turn a blind eye to red flags or gut-twisters. Instead, you communicate and collaborate with comfort, compatibility, and undeniable chemistry. If and when you experience this kind of interaction, you are on to something really special.

Dating Trait #3: He wants the real you

So often, women feel the need to sacrifice some part of themselves to make a relationship work. In the right relationship, there's no need. You don't have to hide, tone down, or apologize for any aspect of you or your fabulous life. With the right partner, you're not only able to be yourself, but you're better able to be the best version of your most authentic self -- no compromises needed.

Dating Trait #4: He's trustworthy

A relationship without trust is doomed from the start. But a relationship with abundant trust? A fabulous foundation for real and lasting love! Built over time, trust is based on the simple belief system that your partner has your best interests at heart and will never intentionally hurt you (and vice versa). If and when you discover that Mr. Next is 100 percent trustworthy, you'll have no trouble giving your heart to him. In return, he'll most likely give you his heart and pave the way for a lasting, loving relationship to unfold.

Dating Trait #5: He enriches your life

In the wrong relationship, your partner tears you to emotional shreds, brings you down, and in general drains your energy. In the right relationship, he enriches your life, inspires you to be your best self, and brings a sense of peace and possibility to you. You'll know Mr. Next is enriching your life if and when he encourages and supports you professionally, personally, and spiritually. And when he does, he may just be Mr. Right!

Does your Mr. Next possess all five qualities? If so, congratulations! You have done your homework, chosen wisely, and are now well positioned for relationship success.

If not, pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and get back into the dating pool with a clearer understanding of who you want to date. Remember, finding your life partner isn't always easy, but by being clear, honoring yourself, and acting accordingly, you'll cut down on wasted time with Mr. Wrong and Mr. Next, and ultimately make room for Mr. Right.

Courtesy of Candy Thompson

In case you didn't know: Women are Angels. And when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly...on a broomstick! After all, we ARE flexible...

 haha- I love that!

Amen Sister!

“The minute you settle for less than you deserve, you get even less than you settled for.”

Maureen Dowd

Ahhh daydreaming of Missouri summers....