The Aging Body....

Well, it's nice to know that I'm not invincible ( then again, I'm lying). I started going back to the gym

making it my daily early morning routine, keeping myself well toned and healthy as people continue trying to guess my age.

Last week I kind of over did it by lifting more than I should have which resulted in me straining my lower back and let me tell you, it's been a trying recovery because I'm one who likes to heal quickly getting back into routine but instead I've been using a baseball bat as a cane as I get up to walk around my home, putting a generous amount of Icey Hot on the affected area while also using a heating pad until I've finally healed

When I was younger, when you strained a muscle something it took a couple of days to heal but as you get older, well the body takes a little more time to heal than I like, which tends to make me a bit impatient. Ah, to be young again!!!

Sometimes I act as if I'm still young at heart but the body tends to remind me that the maturity of life has crept upon me .

No fair, no fair, I cry wishing there truly was a fountain of youth but instead I will just have to adjust my eating habits (trying so hard to cut out the junk food), stretch before a workout and always lift with my legs.

Moment by moment

I have to admit that I'm a big baby when I get sick.

After a stressful couple of weeks which entailed me dealing with my father being in the hospital (he's better and back home now), the housing market slowing down which is to be expected during this season.

The stock market having more bad days then good starting off the new year and then there's my grown daughter who's under the illusion that I'm going tho take care of her.

When it come to being independent and self sufficient, she certainly isn't her mother's daughter, which is very disappointing.

I started working when I was 12 or 13 delivering newspapers. Moved to NYC when I was 19 with only $100 to my name but my daughter, she just laze around with no ambition or direction and she has so much talent! It's just  frustrating and starting to really tick me off!!

Wait some how I've straid off the beaten path. Where was I, yes I've been fighting a cold that has had me down since my date last Friday (come to find out, he's been sick too).

I missed a dinner at Nicola Thursday and now I'm trying not to miss the #Wonderball event at the Columbus Museum of Art this Saturday. So I'm trying with all my might to knock this cold out of my system with chicken noodle soup with a lot of cayenne pepper, green tea with lemon and now a short of whiskey! 

I'm hoping tomorrow I'll be feeling like my ole self again and ready for the weekend!!!

Now What

So it's a new year and I'm feeling very optimistic!!! It's winter and the housing market has started

slowing down which is to be expected during this season.

So to occupy my time other than preparing for a Springtime marketing campaign, I've been really getting into Day Trading in the stock market. This was one of the many things I enjoyed doing when I was  a lot younger but now I've rediscovered a my passion for it and I have to say I still know how to pick them!

Other than Day Trading, I 've been trying to keep myself busy with other projects in order to fight off cabin fever and boredom (soooo tempted to start drinking coffee again!!!).

The only time I like winter a tad bit is seeing the first snow fall which I always hope it will be either on Christmas eve or Christmas morning and of course it didn't occur on neither day.

The other times where I seem to enjoy snow is if I'm skiing which I haven't done in years or cuddled up with someone special in front of nice roaring fireplace in a nice cozy cabin. The latter could occur if I suggest it for Valentine's Day. That's if the snow is still around but I may plan something a little bit more exciting!! ;)

Other than hanging with my kiddies, I have been enjoying some events around town like Gallery Hop even though I missed this past one due to the fact that I was watching my Steelers.

Just this past weekend my beau and I enjoyed the Refectory's Jazz Dinner Club which the restaurant host upstairs in a private room. The entertainment for the night was BRIAN MICHAEL SMITH singing some tunes of Frank Sinatra!

Along with the entertainment, their amazing and attentive staff served a wonderful four course meal that consisted of Chilled Smoked Salmon/Mussels Feuillete, Duck Mousseline Dome, Asado Marinated/Roasted Veal Medallion and for dessert Pear Bavarian. I highly recommend checking it out.

Another place of interest that we've had the pleasure of visiting these past couple of weeks was the Wexner Center when they were exhibiting Transfigurations - Modern Masters from the Wexner Family Collection, such as Picasso, Edgar Degas, Jean Dubuffet, Willem De Kooning, Alberto Giacometti and Susan Rothernberg. I thank the Wexner family for giving the public a chance to enjoy the work of such artist.

So as you can see instead of  just hanging out with the gals for "Happy Hour", I've been getting back into taking pleasure in the cultural experiences that Columbus has to offer with someone I truly enjoy being with.

Another New Year

Happy New Year to all!!!  Sorry that I'm a couple of days late. It's just I've been a bit occupied but in a very good way!! ;)

My new year was rung in in a very special way and no, I'm not giving details!!!

Just know that thinking about it brings a smile to my face as I hope for many that the new year brings many smiles, plenty of love and lots of laughter!!!

Remember with the New Year it brings new hope, new beginnings and aspirations!!! So let's toast to the New Year and all the many wonderful things it will bring!!!

The Fog

Sometimes I feel as if I'm walking in a fog, unclear to where I am going. Seeking a path in which to follow.

As days pass things begin to become a little clearer but still there's that mist of fog. So I continue walking as the fog begins to fade and the path becomes certain.

Through this spiritual journey, I remain forever inspired in becoming the best of me.......

Simplicity of Life....

Ah the simplicity of life!!! If only things could be simple.....

I know I've had that thought many a times but in times of trouble I take a moment then take a couple of deep breaths and say to myself, "God give me strength"!

Putting my love life on hold for now, staying positive, keeping myself busy, enjoying the love and support of my closest friends continuously saying to myself, "that I'm am the Goddess of my own domain"! As I put a big beautiful smile on my face as I joyously prepare for
Highball Halloween and Trauma!!!!!

HIGHBALL takes place in our fabulous Short North Arts District on High Street. The event began as a one-night event centered around the signature Costume Couture Fashion Show, where local designers compete for the top spot and a cash prize. Now its become this spectacular two day extravaganza which has gained national attention with a grandeur outrageous street party, amazing stage performances and a public costume contest which showcases the most creative and elaborate costumes you would want to lay your eyes on!

It's a fabulous event enjoyed by all!!

OMG! This will be my sixth year attending!!

Usually a group of my gal pals show up with a theme for #Highball.

Last year it was the Can Can Girls, the year before that it was Disney Princesses/Greek Goddesses. This year its sexy nurse/ zombie nurse/combination of both.

I just hope it's a lot warmer than it was last year.

Then there's TRAUMA!! What can I say about #Trauma....WICKEDLY FUN!!!

This will be my second year attending and I can't wait to see what they have in stored! 

The first time I went which was last year, I have to admit I was a bit nervous not knowing what to expect especially after viewing the website but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. In fact, I had an incredible time and that's all I'm going to say....(wink, wink)

Now to go shopping for the right naughty costumes!!!

Cautionary Tale....

Ah life!!! What a beautiful, mystical, worrisome, troublesome, painful, wonderful. loving,

courageous and I could go on and on and on journey....

Am I trying to make a point? Oh, not really. Just thought it would be a nice start to my post.

Someone posed a question to me recently and that question was; "do I believe in love at first sight"

To be honest I'm not sure if I do and I consider myself a hopeless romantic though past events may have tainted me a tad bit.

I guess in a perfect world it would be nice to fall madly in love with someone at first sight with the birds chirping a beautiful melody in the background as the sun shined brightly high above, knowing this person you first laid eyes on was truly meant for you and the two of you would live happily ever after ... YEAH, RIGHT!!

For one, I'm a cautiously optimistic hopeless romantic. Which may be a challenge for any deserving, handsome and amazing gentleman that I find myself getting involved with and giving my heart to.

I hate to say it but because of past situations I do tread very cautiously when it comes to matters of the heart.

It's become more apparent since I started writing about romance and relationships incorporating some of my past relationships into some of the stories. Thanks to the encouragement of special people in my life.

Its interesting the discoveries I've come across as I write. For instance, I find myself going back and re-reading some of the classics while researching for modern day authors that continue to write in such a manner.

The reason I enjoy doing this is because I feel the classic writers of yesteryear wrote so eloquently and with such sophistication. They gave way to such intellectual conversations because what was written was very thought provoking and not filled with mind numbing rhetoric.

Another thing I discovered while writing were important questions one should address when first dating someone.

Which may be difficult in this day and age when a majority of people are engaging in conversation via text messaging. I've even heard about couples going out with each other and instead of having a nice conversation amongst themselves they're both busy texting on their cell phones. WOW!!!

Now getting back to the questions one should ask when first dating. The number one question that should always be asked is......"What are your intentions"?

Plain and simple right? I mean this was the question asked back in the golden days when a young gentleman wanted to take out or date some one's daughter.

Let's be adult about this! When you meet someone you're attracted to, let them know up front what your intentions are. Don't have them playing the guessing game and investing their emotions in a relationship going no where.

Be BRUTALLY honest!!! If your intention is to just sleep with them or make them your friend with benefits or to just casually date or may be you are looking to develop a lasting relationship. Then just be straight forward and say so. No beating around the bush.

Now for those who do believe in love at first sight, I hand you a rose, wishing you all the love and happiness in the world!

OK, I'm done with my latest distraction. Now back to work!! :)