Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Monday, December 2, 2019
We Are Different People Based on Who We Are With
It’s a true statement. We are different people based on the people we are with. It’s ok. There’s nothing wrong with that. It’s not being fake. It’s adjusting ourselves based on our surroundings. I get it. I do it too. I also see people do it to us. Around us. They change who they are based on who is watching or who is around.
I do notice I tend to be more around people who I can be myself with. Pure self. Do you even know your true self? I like to believe my true self doesn’t hold back. She doesn’t Judge. She’s carefree and laughs and loves and wants to feel silly and not compete or be judged. I know when I feel I am being judged I have to defend myself and who the hell wants to do that. So I instead distance myself.
I am more stern and less silly around my kids. There are three. I notice around some close friends I let my guard down and enjoy it a lot.
I think we all go through these situations. It’s normal. I do think we need to continue to be around those who bring out our good and best true self.
Sunday, December 1, 2019
It’s Ok To Not Like Everyone
You’re not a fan of hers. I replied you’re right I am not. I don’t like how this person always throws jabs at me or interrupts me. I don’t like how they get carried away. You don’t like her. No I don’t and it’s ok. I also don’t like how their voice changes triggers me. I know I have to keep conversations short because they will escalate. I don’t like to be around people I am on guard with. I like to be myself.
I think what’s not ok is if I caused a fight when I was with this person or made them uncomfortable or hurt their feelings. I don’t. I just ignore them. I am quiet around them and keep my distance and that’s ok.
I think people think we are suppose to love and care and be nice to everyone. I don’t think you have to. I think you have to keep peace but keep your distance. I think you shouldn’t talk bad about them or hurt them but if someone hurts you or doesn’t make you feel good it’s ok to separate yourself from that person. Just because this person acts one way with someone doesn’t mean how she acts with me is the same because it’s not.
It’s ok to distance yourself respectfully. I think it’s time you take charge of your life and focus your energy on surrounding yourself with people who make you feel good.
I also think if problems can be fixed sure fix them but some issues go back a lifetime and well just keeping the peace seems to be the best solution. Some relationships and friendships can’t be repaired. You can be civil but don’t force things. Accept them and carry on.
Let’s Just Drive & Look For Holiday Magic
I went out to dinner with a girlfriend. We both kindof are seeking the same things in life. Yet we are both completely different. We like the simple things. So after dinner I said I really haven’t been in the holiday spirit until recently. Can we just drive around and look for Christmas lights? Her face life up. Of course. She said.
So we did. We just drove around. We don’t even know where we ended up but gratefully for maps we made our way back home. We stopped and grabbed hot chocolate. Talked about everything and anything. Have Christmas music blasting and took in the creativity around us.
Really a great night. Sometimes the simple things make the biggest impact. So thank you to everyone who decorated your house. Thank you for bringing some holiday magic into our lives and everyone who drives by your home. Cheers to you for adding some happiness to people who you don’t even know.
Don Carmelo’s Mexican Restaurant in Norwalk
I have driven by this place so many times yet never went it. If I only knew I wouldn’t have waited so long...it’s delicious.
The staff is super friendly. The food is authentic and delicious. We ordered stuff jalapeño peppers. I thought they would be like poppers. Nope. It was a real pepper seedless, stuffed and lightly fried. Then we both ordered steak fajitas. Delicious. As the meat sat the dish got tastier and tastier. The price is very reasonable and you get a ton of food.
The best part...my friend ordered a coconut mojito. It was beautiful and delicious. I never saw it on a menu before or tasted anything like it. It came with white coconut shavings on top and sugar cane- which is my favorite. So fun.
I would totally go back.
Happy December 1st...
May this be the best month you’ve had all year. The ups and downs. The lessons. The people who have come and gone. This is your month for you. No one else. No more giving yourself to people no more questioning life and decisions. Take this month for you. I have a feeling you deserve it. I have a feeling it will be your best month ever!
Saturday, November 30, 2019
Growing Pains...Look How Far You’ve Come
A year ago life was so different. It’s crazy how much can change in a year. So much good has happened. So
many lessons. Some heart ache. Disappointments. Yet growth. It all made you different. A bit happier or a bit on guard. Growing pains...we all go through them.
many lessons. Some heart ache. Disappointments. Yet growth. It all made you different. A bit happier or a bit on guard. Growing pains...we all go through them.
Maybe your life isn’t exactly where you want it to be. Maybe you’re not with the person you want to be with. Maybe pain along the way made you a tougher person Regardless appreciate it. Appreciate your life. Where you are in life. At this moment this second.
Friday, November 29, 2019
Capri’s Bakery Norwalk...50 Flavors of Empanadas
They weren’t lying when they said they had 50 different types of empanadas.
I saw their sign up last week and been wanting to go in. The menu has everything even dessert. Even breakfast empanadas which I tried their bacon egg and cheese. Was delicious. The empanadas are very light and fluffy. $2.45 each or a dozen for $25. Of course I got the dozen. Each empanada is marked with a number so you remember what is in it from the number on the menu. If you take them home they suggest you bake them at 350 degrees for 3-5 mins.
I can’t wait to try their guava and cream cheese one.
There’s So Much More To You Beyond Your Looks
When was the last time you were appreciated. Deep down to the core. Not because you looked a certain way but because you are unique. Different. Deep down that’s what it’s about right?
Yeah pretty can be nice but what about having a beautiful soul. Loving people. Being kind. That to me is true beauty.
Antler Toss Game
I saw this at CVS the other day for $4.99. I bought it for the kids to play together at Sunday Lunch. Little
did I know it’s been selling all over social media. Even the adults enjoyed it.
Cute, fun, game for the kids and adults.
Presence Not Presents
Image a group of pre teens all hanging around. Watching their friend open their gifts. Before she does one friend turns and says I hope you like your gift. It’s cute to see the nervousness and excitement. But from
The person giving then getting. With hopes and anticipation that the receiver will appreciate it.
This happened the other day when my daughter was opening her gifts. She then turned to her friend and said at 11 years old.
“I don’t care about the presents I care about your presence.”
My mouth hit the floor. At that exact moment I knew my job as a parent paid off. Like big time. I turned to her and said I am so proud of you for saying that. That’s extremely mature. Well it’s true she replied.
How amazing can life be if we all felt that way. If we all made people feel that way. It’s the gift of having you here with me that matters. Nothing else. I don’t care about what comes along with it. You being here is enough.
Beautiful. We all should make people feel like that. Myself included. It taught me a lot in a fast moment. I hope it teaches you something too.
I Already Have All That I Need
Holidays are a time for people to come back into your life and confuse you a bit. So of course I got a random Happy Thanksgiving from someone who did super shock me. I responded and they kept it short. I was then a little mad about it but the thought it was ok. I already have all that I need in life. Anything else is extra.
When I explain the situation to family and friends they even had the same reaction as to why they person would reach out. After kindof just slipping away. You have to be at a comfortable place in life mentally to know that situations like this will occur. You have the power to not let it affect you.
So I replied to everyone “It’s ok I already have all that I need in life. Anything else is extra.”
And it’s true. For me and for you. Look at your life. Look at ALL the good. All of it. Every single positive thing about it. Sure we all lack a small aspect but why let that small aspect be a focal point?!
Being at peace within means being happy with who you are and what you have and appreciating that you are getting everything you need.
I came across this article that really was inspiring to read.
All You Need, You Already Have
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