Saturday, March 31, 2007
Smiles
This beautiful Saturday morning I am grateful for:
A celebration dinner and movie with friends- great food, laughter, some serious talk, a couple of happy claps and a big ass slice of chocolate cake with ice cream and chocolate sauce. mmmmmmmmmmm
Having a great sitter who loves Sam and always says yes even when it is short notice. Her car which allows her to take Sam out to eat then drive herself home after midnight when we are tired.
The beautiful, glamorous birthday girl who has been a true friend to me for many years.
The wonderfully efficient admin, personal assistant extrordanaire that helps pick dresses and the right perfume, has the table reserved in seconds flat, gets what ever she wants from the waiter and is interested in politics. Her amazing mix of sweet and salty.
Scott's parent's visiting today and bringing Darien to stay for Spring Break. The Laughter that Darien always brings.
Linda, Darien's mom, recovering from her surgery and relishing the clarity and renewed connections that times of struggle can bring.
The Hoslers and the CLE that has changed the course of my life completely. Scott and I met on a UYO (TLC) course in 1993. We started dating the next spring and well the rest is history.
Plans to meet Taylor for shopping tomorrow. A mother/daughter day out. fun
My new addiction to Edename. It is bad, I start thinking about when I can have more as soon as I finish what I have. I make a mental list of places I might be able to buy it in bulk to save trips and money. I never want to run out. My wondering if the sushi people are noticing and judging how often I am in there.
The way of the Peaceful Warrior
All of you dear friends.
Hugs
Kari
A celebration dinner and movie with friends- great food, laughter, some serious talk, a couple of happy claps and a big ass slice of chocolate cake with ice cream and chocolate sauce. mmmmmmmmmmm
Having a great sitter who loves Sam and always says yes even when it is short notice. Her car which allows her to take Sam out to eat then drive herself home after midnight when we are tired.
The beautiful, glamorous birthday girl who has been a true friend to me for many years.
The wonderfully efficient admin, personal assistant extrordanaire that helps pick dresses and the right perfume, has the table reserved in seconds flat, gets what ever she wants from the waiter and is interested in politics. Her amazing mix of sweet and salty.
Scott's parent's visiting today and bringing Darien to stay for Spring Break. The Laughter that Darien always brings.
Linda, Darien's mom, recovering from her surgery and relishing the clarity and renewed connections that times of struggle can bring.
The Hoslers and the CLE that has changed the course of my life completely. Scott and I met on a UYO (TLC) course in 1993. We started dating the next spring and well the rest is history.
Plans to meet Taylor for shopping tomorrow. A mother/daughter day out. fun
My new addiction to Edename. It is bad, I start thinking about when I can have more as soon as I finish what I have. I make a mental list of places I might be able to buy it in bulk to save trips and money. I never want to run out. My wondering if the sushi people are noticing and judging how often I am in there.
The way of the Peaceful Warrior
All of you dear friends.
Hugs
Kari
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Happy Thought for Thursday 3/29
"Every moment of your life is infinitely creative and the universe is endlessly bountiful. Just put forth a clear enough request and everything your heart desires must come to you."
Ghandi
Ghandi
Manifesting
Today I am grateful for:
Birthday Parties and the chance to celebrate what has been and what is to come
Knowing without a doubt that we all can and will manifest the perfect life for us
The friendships I have in my life, some old some new, that inspire me as I see each of you living in your power and grace
Laughter
Spending each morning with Sam and knowing how precious this time is. Watching him learn and get excited about science (no science projects at this school). He will be a grown man before I blink twice. I look at Taylor and it really seems like only a couple of years ago that she was 11.
Scott for being so very intelligent and hard working that it allows me to have the freedom to do school at home.
Scott and my ability to manifest together. 12 years ago when we put all of our money into opening Scott's private practice, we used to say everyday "people love to give us money".
At the time we had just gotten married. I cashed in my retirement fund from my county job for us to live on, we had David and Taylor at home, Sam was a baby, Scott owed big bucks in past child support and over $100,000 in student loans. We lived in the tiny little house I bought after my divorce. We literally didn't have two dimes to rub together. Scott cut out a picture of the home he wanted to build someday and it is amazingly like the Podiatry Palace. IT REALLY WORKS!!!!!!
Even more important than manifesting money and freedom- I relish my ability to bring the most wonderful people into my life.
Each and every one of you
Hugs and kisses
Kari
Birthday Parties and the chance to celebrate what has been and what is to come
Knowing without a doubt that we all can and will manifest the perfect life for us
The friendships I have in my life, some old some new, that inspire me as I see each of you living in your power and grace
Laughter
Spending each morning with Sam and knowing how precious this time is. Watching him learn and get excited about science (no science projects at this school). He will be a grown man before I blink twice. I look at Taylor and it really seems like only a couple of years ago that she was 11.
Scott for being so very intelligent and hard working that it allows me to have the freedom to do school at home.
Scott and my ability to manifest together. 12 years ago when we put all of our money into opening Scott's private practice, we used to say everyday "people love to give us money".
At the time we had just gotten married. I cashed in my retirement fund from my county job for us to live on, we had David and Taylor at home, Sam was a baby, Scott owed big bucks in past child support and over $100,000 in student loans. We lived in the tiny little house I bought after my divorce. We literally didn't have two dimes to rub together. Scott cut out a picture of the home he wanted to build someday and it is amazingly like the Podiatry Palace. IT REALLY WORKS!!!!!!
Even more important than manifesting money and freedom- I relish my ability to bring the most wonderful people into my life.
Each and every one of you
Hugs and kisses
Kari
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Happy Thought for Tuesday 3/27
Some psychology professionals are taking the stand that hearing voices is not neccessarily an indicator of mental illness. Whew!
Monday, March 26, 2007
Monday Gratitude
Today I am grateful for:
Reading the lists I receive from each of you and being inspired by them. For those of you I don't see often it really allows the connection to continue and grow.
Sarah for telling me about teen night at the library. I have a fake ID so I can go. No not really but I think Sam and his friends would really like it.
A beautiful, warm, sunny day followed by a refreshing rain I LOVE SPRING
Spending the afternoon at IKEA yesterday and having a heck of a time when I should have been at the follow-up meeting. I bought the best new pillow for my head which has been feeling very middle aged lately.
Pigging out on junk food once in a while especially while laughing and playing a game with good friends like Sherry, Jen, Barb, Cathy, Karen and Karen.
Cribbage and my hope that someone on the camping trip will know how to play. I love cards and games. The idea of sitting at a picnic table all afternoon just being there. Ok maybe I'll take a hike or something but dancing around the fire all night will take a lot of energy so I have to rest up and pace myself. woohoo
The fabulous Michelle J-T and the wonderful, loving, feminine, fun energy she has brought to our world. I can't wait to read Mama Gina and learn some of her secrets. Love you girl!
My life that just feels really good and easy right now.
Each and every one of you. Sorry that I missed the follow-up because I missed the hugs.
Hugs and kisses
Kari
Reading the lists I receive from each of you and being inspired by them. For those of you I don't see often it really allows the connection to continue and grow.
Sarah for telling me about teen night at the library. I have a fake ID so I can go. No not really but I think Sam and his friends would really like it.
A beautiful, warm, sunny day followed by a refreshing rain I LOVE SPRING
Spending the afternoon at IKEA yesterday and having a heck of a time when I should have been at the follow-up meeting. I bought the best new pillow for my head which has been feeling very middle aged lately.
Pigging out on junk food once in a while especially while laughing and playing a game with good friends like Sherry, Jen, Barb, Cathy, Karen and Karen.
Cribbage and my hope that someone on the camping trip will know how to play. I love cards and games. The idea of sitting at a picnic table all afternoon just being there. Ok maybe I'll take a hike or something but dancing around the fire all night will take a lot of energy so I have to rest up and pace myself. woohoo
The fabulous Michelle J-T and the wonderful, loving, feminine, fun energy she has brought to our world. I can't wait to read Mama Gina and learn some of her secrets. Love you girl!
My life that just feels really good and easy right now.
Each and every one of you. Sorry that I missed the follow-up because I missed the hugs.
Hugs and kisses
Kari
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Laughter
This morning I am grateful for:
Spending last night with a great bunch of people. Seeing Chuck the birthday man looking really happy and honored to have his friends gather in his honor.
The 4 comedians that preformed at the party. They really had some great material especially the one that played the guitar and sang funny rewrites of old songs such as "I did it my wife's way" and some Monkee's song about a drag queen. This comedian was the guest of honor.
Throw your head back, let it rip without any thoughts of how it will sound or look laughter.
Listening to Scott and his high school friends remember and laugh about all of the CRAZY and very illegal things they did in high school. The culture then was much more tolerant of teenage antics. That is a good thing because all of these currently upstanding citizens would probably be locked up.
Smiling when I think of Craig as the angry, long haired, drum player in the corner. This description is so opposite of all of my experiences with Craig. I like the idea.
Being in awe of all the wonderful, inspiring people I have drawn into my world.
Tut.com
Another gathering of friends tonight.
Ducks in the back yard. Frogs in the pool.
Early morning yoga.
Hugs
Kari
Spending last night with a great bunch of people. Seeing Chuck the birthday man looking really happy and honored to have his friends gather in his honor.
The 4 comedians that preformed at the party. They really had some great material especially the one that played the guitar and sang funny rewrites of old songs such as "I did it my wife's way" and some Monkee's song about a drag queen. This comedian was the guest of honor.
Throw your head back, let it rip without any thoughts of how it will sound or look laughter.
Listening to Scott and his high school friends remember and laugh about all of the CRAZY and very illegal things they did in high school. The culture then was much more tolerant of teenage antics. That is a good thing because all of these currently upstanding citizens would probably be locked up.
Smiling when I think of Craig as the angry, long haired, drum player in the corner. This description is so opposite of all of my experiences with Craig. I like the idea.
Being in awe of all the wonderful, inspiring people I have drawn into my world.
Tut.com
Another gathering of friends tonight.
Ducks in the back yard. Frogs in the pool.
Early morning yoga.
Hugs
Kari
Friday, March 23, 2007
Anticipation
Today I am grateful for:
My in-laws coming to visit today and taking care of Sam for us tonight.
Going to Cleveland for the birthday party of a good friend that Scott has known since high school, about 35 years. Happy 50th Chuck.
People who know all of our crazy history and love us anyway
An invitation to a "Laugh until you pee your pants" get together tomorrow night. Accepting the fact that it won't take much. :-) ahhh the wonders of midlife.
My dear friend Sharon turning 40, looking forward to it and looking fabulous while doing it. We established that she has always wanted to play with the big kids.
Tiger's tickets and Summer, Summer, Summer, Summer being on it's wonderous way
Looking out the window at our beautiful backyard and pool and visualizing all of the fun we are going to have out there. The frustration of construction is behind us and it's all fun and games from here.
Getting the bathroom finished and finding the right patio furniture at a good price.
That Scott calls our house the Podiatry Palace.
Having all of you over to the PP for "good times"
That the glog effect is spreading in all directions
Hugs and Kisses
Kari
My in-laws coming to visit today and taking care of Sam for us tonight.
Going to Cleveland for the birthday party of a good friend that Scott has known since high school, about 35 years. Happy 50th Chuck.
People who know all of our crazy history and love us anyway
An invitation to a "Laugh until you pee your pants" get together tomorrow night. Accepting the fact that it won't take much. :-) ahhh the wonders of midlife.
My dear friend Sharon turning 40, looking forward to it and looking fabulous while doing it. We established that she has always wanted to play with the big kids.
Tiger's tickets and Summer, Summer, Summer, Summer being on it's wonderous way
Looking out the window at our beautiful backyard and pool and visualizing all of the fun we are going to have out there. The frustration of construction is behind us and it's all fun and games from here.
Getting the bathroom finished and finding the right patio furniture at a good price.
That Scott calls our house the Podiatry Palace.
Having all of you over to the PP for "good times"
That the glog effect is spreading in all directions
Hugs and Kisses
Kari
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Inspiration
Today I am grateful for:
Being inspired by others to add to my glog page. Getting a chuckle from the name links on Melissa's page.
Learning how to do new stuff that really is simple once you do it
Notes from the Universe
A long talk on the phone with my Mom this morning.
Making plans to attend a family reunion in Idaho in June. Possibly driving to Seattle from Boise with my sister and making stops along the way to visit old haunts and old friends.
Hoping to cross paths with Michelle while we are both in Washington. I would love to spend a few days in the San Juans.
Being offered a job as the director of The Children's Center in Monroe. I chose to pass but it is a compliment to be asked. My goal is to never have a "real" job again. I define real as having to be there each day at the time they say and accomplish what they decide should be accomplished. Who "they" are I really don't know except that they aren't me.
My husband who gives me everything and asks for very little.
Kind words about me on the gratitude lists of others and the "when we met" questionaire that is circulating. Not being bothered at all by the things that were not so positive.
Feeling good and optimistic about life which means that my funk is gone. woohoo
Hugs and kisses
Each and every one of you.
Kari
Being inspired by others to add to my glog page. Getting a chuckle from the name links on Melissa's page.
Learning how to do new stuff that really is simple once you do it
Notes from the Universe
A long talk on the phone with my Mom this morning.
Making plans to attend a family reunion in Idaho in June. Possibly driving to Seattle from Boise with my sister and making stops along the way to visit old haunts and old friends.
Hoping to cross paths with Michelle while we are both in Washington. I would love to spend a few days in the San Juans.
Being offered a job as the director of The Children's Center in Monroe. I chose to pass but it is a compliment to be asked. My goal is to never have a "real" job again. I define real as having to be there each day at the time they say and accomplish what they decide should be accomplished. Who "they" are I really don't know except that they aren't me.
My husband who gives me everything and asks for very little.
Kind words about me on the gratitude lists of others and the "when we met" questionaire that is circulating. Not being bothered at all by the things that were not so positive.
Feeling good and optimistic about life which means that my funk is gone. woohoo
Hugs and kisses
Each and every one of you.
Kari
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Relaxation
This morning I am grateful for:
Sleeping till 10 then spending another hour drinking coffee and reading the paper
Making chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast
Dinner on Friday night with very interesting people from Pakistan
Taking Sam and his friend to see a local production of MacBeth
Finishing the laundry. I love doing the laundry because I love the smell of clean clothes.
Yoga
Green tea
Blue sky with fluffy white clouds that don't even look real
Looking at the spring and summer calendar and seeing all of the great things we have planned
Tiger's season tickets
Friends to laugh with
Figuring out this blogging thing (in advance) so my lists don't disappear.
Hugs
Kari
Sleeping till 10 then spending another hour drinking coffee and reading the paper
Making chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast
Dinner on Friday night with very interesting people from Pakistan
Taking Sam and his friend to see a local production of MacBeth
Finishing the laundry. I love doing the laundry because I love the smell of clean clothes.
Yoga
Green tea
Blue sky with fluffy white clouds that don't even look real
Looking at the spring and summer calendar and seeing all of the great things we have planned
Tiger's season tickets
Friends to laugh with
Figuring out this blogging thing (in advance) so my lists don't disappear.
Hugs
Kari
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Choices
Today I am grateful for:
My impulsive decision to have my hair cut short
My new summer, low maintanance doo
sushi and edename for dinner (thank you Leo for teaching me to love sushi)
Looking at options for summer travel.
The idea that Amy and I share a brain- I don't know how really but I guess it's true. We do both love Bob (Marley) .
An afternoon off tomorrow- plans to get a pedicure
One of our exchange students from Finland coming to visit in a few weeks so we can meet his girlfriend. He lived with us for 6 months in 1999
Plans to go to Tiger's opening day
My great life
You
My impulsive decision to have my hair cut short
My new summer, low maintanance doo
sushi and edename for dinner (thank you Leo for teaching me to love sushi)
Looking at options for summer travel.
The idea that Amy and I share a brain- I don't know how really but I guess it's true. We do both love Bob (Marley) .
An afternoon off tomorrow- plans to get a pedicure
One of our exchange students from Finland coming to visit in a few weeks so we can meet his girlfriend. He lived with us for 6 months in 1999
Plans to go to Tiger's opening day
My great life
You
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
Friends
I am deeply grateful for Michelle for setting this blog up for me and to Shanan for sending the instructions on how to set it up myself. I am blessed with wonderful friends.
Gratitude
- The fancy blog/glog gratitude lists that are inspiring me to step it up (even though I have no idea how)
- Receiving lists from many people and feeling connected to each person through the lists.
- Loving it when a list from someone I haven't heard from in a while pops up.
- Knowing there are already several enrollments for the April TLC course. That ball is rolling.
- The spring weather yesterday and what is coming our way. Yippee
- Early morning yoga, especially when it takes some will to get out of bed and get started.
- Knowing that each of our paths are perfect for us and that you truely can't do this experience of life wrong.
- Play
- Bob Marley, who wants to love you and treat you right, well and all of the more present (alive) men who want to do the same
- Letting go of the ones that don't
- The picture of my Mom and Dad when they were young that I have on the wall in my office. It sooo helps me to understand them and see their struggle.
- The picture of my kids that I have on my computer desk top- I love them to the depths of my being
- Seeing it all as simply being what it is, letting what's over be over
- Looking forward in to a bright and connected future.
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
This morning I am grateful for
- The way things worked out with the TLC week-end. Which offered me many things
- The chance to explore some of my own issues both in group time and in private talks with people I love
- The chance to play openly and freely without having to be thinking about committments and work
- Being reminded how much I love the work that I do
- The chance to experience TLC from the assistant side and be reminded what a HUGE committment of self and time each assistant gives.
- Seeing how essential it is to offer assistants opportunities to work along with students and to keep the energy moving
- Time to bond
- Excitement about upcoming trips
- Getting "free hugs" at Panera
- My friend Denise being very touched about the balloons Sherry and I sent her in memory of her son Ryan
- Having the hunky supervisor team of Craig and Dean for the April course and already having 4+ enrollments. woohoo
- All of you
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