13 DAYS!! OH MY GOSH! Where have I been? What have I been doing? Where has Gnick the Gnome been? Do I have anything to show for my absence?
eh. Yes & no. After Gnick's first week of all out extravagance we let him cool his jets and just relax. Then we headed off to HOT-LANTA for a weekend of fun! We went over to my sisters and had a wonderful visit. She & I tried on a hundred 1980's style dresses by request of the nieces, bought some pretties, enjoyed some yummy food, got mischievously toasted for a few hours of card games & thoroughly loved every minute!! By the way there are some interesting dresses in this world today...just say'n...
Then this week, oh this week. I have been working the day job hard & heavy but during all the spare time I can find I've been throwing myself into my WIP. Which I must say has been wonderful.
But as I read through some emails, did a little online shopping, enjoyed dinner with a friend, caught up with family, cleaned up my kitchen (it was really bad), finally put the last of the Christmas stuff in the basement, read a chapter from an amazing writer *cough* - wait, not cough - HOLLER *Frankie* HOLLER*happydance*, told Carol that her prize had shipped (YAY!) and realized I had a few boxes in my computer room that need to ship *ahem*2 prizes from December*ahem*sosorry*, I discovered that life is pretty dang good. lol
Seriously, here I am moving through the second month of Twenty-Ten and I am working on a manuscript, visiting family, shopping, having a blast with the hubby, holding contests and all out loving this crazy life.
There are moments when I look around and just grin at the possibilities, then there are the moments where I question which possibility will be right for me. That second, the tiny second of wondering "Am I headed in the right direction? Am I sure? Do I really want to go that route?" is exhilarating. Seriously, it is in those moments that I am most aware of being alive. I get to forge this path or just relax & choose one to follow. What better existence is there?
So as I return to my semi-normal schedule you will see me commenting on your posts, leaving notes on here, being silly, having fun, questioning the big things: "Do i want that Golden Oreo? Oohh, love that bag, do I want to get it myself or leave hints for Marcus?" :o) but most importantly I hope to continue to see a bright & beautiful life all around me (this time of year is when the doldrums usually set in so I am heading them off at the pass!!).
Oh & by the way - in the spirit of LOVE. I am hosting another contest...watch for it... its a doozie!
P.S. I know you are dying to know: Yep, just popped a Golden Oreo in my mouth...nom nom... lol
Yay! The Princess is in the building! You have been missed, dear Courtney, and I'm so glad you're back. :-)
ReplyDeleteYah! Fun times :)
ReplyDelete"in those moments I'm most aware of being alive."
ReplyDeleteLove those moments. Love 'em. They're priceless.
I'm so glad you are back! I was starting to text you last night but it was 11:30 just to see if you were still around. Your highness... please don't leave your loyal subjects waiting for so long, we do so hang on your every word!
ReplyDeleteI really loved your post. It was, as they say, a breath of fresh air. I feel happier about life in general now... Things are good. Thanks for reminding me of that.
ReplyDeleteCute post!! I am glad you had such a great time!! I did too!! BTW the chx is FAB!! Although next time I do believe that my new nephew Gnick should be allowed to visit too!! he he!!He could have tried something on too!! or atleast laughed at us! ;0)
ReplyDeleteOMG you just made me smile sooooo much!!! Love!!! And super excited for more regular blogging and the contest! Wheee!
ReplyDeleteMmm oreos. I'm having a LOVE contest too. It must be in the air.
ReplyDeleteI want to see pics of those dresses!
YAY! So glad to be back buzzing around the blogosphere! I missed you all!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat post, I really miss it when you dont' update, this is how I keep up with you.Every time I read your post it makes me smile, and to read the wonderful comments from all of your new friends is so much fun. but I still prefer to see your beautiful smile in person and get a hug. I really enjoyed this past weekend, it was a blast.
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