Ups and downs and looking forward...

Been having an emotional, topsy turvey time the last two weeks..... The breakdown would be a funeral of a church friend who was also one of my "moms" ( I made and printed her funeral program and was the head Usher/coordinator at the service), two birthdays, a birth (healthy baby girl), changing travel plans, a friend moving away (to England), good family time and good relationship time. It has been quite cleansing though....I got many feelings out of the way in a short amount of time. It actually helped me put things back into perspective and appreciate all those that have a part of my life. I am re-energized.

It's getting closer to the end of the year so I took a look at some of the resolutions I made for myself at the beginning of the year. I said that 2007 would be: "... the year to rediscover my passion for life and wonder. I will travel. I will take on projects with a purpose. I will cherish friendships and nurture the ones I have. I will take time to do some introspection and feed my Spirit. I will take care of the body that has been given to me. I will take action and not sit by and let things just happen to me. I will speak up, stand up and take the time to care." I am happy to say that I think I have exceeded my own expectations. The resolutions are now part of me and are helping me grow. I will have to keep them up and add to them. Part of the success is making realistic and attainable goals.

Looking ahead for this month:

On the 7th, Mr S. and I will be going to see Patti LuPone in concert at the Knight Concert Hall at the Carnival Center. It will be a nice night out. The title of her show is "Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda!"

The 4th is a "meet and greet" for the next mayor of Miami Beach, Matti Bauer. It will be at Halo on Miami Beach from 6pm to 8pm. (Register to vote if you have not done so!!!).

The 20th is "The Susan Komen Race for the Cure" (breast cancer) has become our main October Event. Again, I will be on the Barcardi Team and we will be joined by friends that are survivors and remember those who are no longer with us. Afterwards, we will be having a picnic as a get together. Please donate to the cause if you can.

On the 21st is the "Herald Hunt". This is a free event sponsored by the Miami Herald. It was made up years ago by the columnist/writer/humorist/musician, Dave Barry. It used to be called "The Tropic Hunt" (named after a Sunday section of the local paper). The event is a giant, life size scavenger hunt/puzzle. It is done in a section of Miami and includes life size props, performance artists, etc. I've participated several times and it is always a hoot. This year it is on South Beach. Previous areas have been: Downtown Miami, Coconut Grove, South Miami and Coral Gables.

On the 27th is the expected arrival of the glamorous and fabulous "Northern Court" with the Countess Bedelia and the Countess duBarry. The red carpets, body guards, armoured jeweled coaches, sunshine, and Glenlivet have been ordered. The paparazzi will be working overtime.

On the 31st (Halloween), Mr S and I along with 400 other people will be viewing The Rocky Horror Picture Show on the big screen at the completely redone Colony Theater on Lincoln Road. I'm still working on what to wear......Any suggestions? It is a one night only event.

In between the events are the regular church events and meetings, family obligations and drama, and all the other surprises and constants that occur. I hope all of you are well. I will post something with more substance as I find the time to sit at the computer and put my thoughts in writing.... Until then, Peace.