I'd like to celebrate it blog-style by sharing a few of my FAVORITE things. (Heck! Oprah does it all the time. I don't see why I can't give it a shot, right?)
#1 - My AWESOME, LOVABLE, FANTASTIC, MAGNIFICENT (Can you tell how much I really love these guys?) Family
Husband, B. J. - My true soul-mate and my rock. This man is so good and so loving, I don't have the words to describe him. I love being his wife, but I'm even more honored to be his best friend. Love me some him!
Tyler - My lovely, vivacious, multi-talented 17-year-old. She's my harmonizing partner (we love to sing!). I'm the keeper of her secrets. She's our first-born. Thank you, for letting me practice all my first-time mommyness on you!
Drew - My thoughtful, handsome, creative 16-year-old. My boy is the BEST! Sure, I'm biased, but that's allowed. He always looks out for his mama and he knows I'll always look out for him. Thanks for reminding me to notice and enjoy the simple things in life, son!
Reagan - My cute-as-a-button twin (at least that's what people tell us). She's the one who challenges me, but in a good way. So gifted, inquisitive, and bright; always keeping me thinking and laughing. Wise beyond her 13 years, she never ceases to amaze me with the way she thinks. Her poems always melt my heart. I'll be there, front and center, when you accept that Pulitzer Prize, Mini-Me!
#2 - COFFEE (By itself, in something else... you name it!)
If you know me, you know this. However, let me be clear. I DON'T drink it every day because I don't want to become one of those cranky caffeine addicts. I also DON'T hang out in Starbucks every chance I get, although I will heartily accept their gift cards (HINT-HINT).
#3 - PINTEREST
It's the one social media site that is my weakness, which is strange because I rarely even chat with anybody on it. I just love all those beautiful, bountiful boards, filled with ideas, recipes, tips... I've been known to lose 3 - 4 hours on that site. Not good. So I'm in a self-imposed self-help program, right now. I'll tell you how it goes... right after I pin this neat tip for softening brown sugar...
#4 - LIFE COACHING (at least my brand of it)
I've actually been life coaching for years, I just didn't know it. I've always been the kind of person that people trust to tell their problems to or ask for advice. My true appreciation for this gift only started manifesting itself in recent years. Whether it's women, married couples (along with my wonderfully wise husband), or teens, I love inspiring, motivating and encouraging people to live up to their full potential. So fulfilling and rewarding!
#5 - CHOCOLATE
So, there you go. Just a few of my favorite things. They always leave me with a special sparkle in my eye.
