lost art of letters

It's such a shame that going to the mailbox is a chore. I mean all that is in there is bills and credit card offers. Right? well, I'm going to change that. I want to bring back the art of letter writing. Such a small joy that brings when you discover someone has taken the time to hand write a letter. Ah! Why don't more people do it? I know we are all busy and have 1000 things to do in a day. But every now and then, why not write a letter or two?

See what happens :)

very disappointed

So I found a great recipe for granola bars this week... too bad it's higher in fat and calories then the processed packaged ones we buy currently. that is so disappointing. Well, I guess it is comforting that we are choosing wisely but... still. How strange

i will never understand

there are certain things in life that i will never understand. Child-neglect, infidelity, and laziness.

I will not discuss the first two. They are not the point. But allow me just a moment to vent.

When I began my journey in the pageant world, I immediately took to the interview portion. As any pageant girl knows, there are a few question you WILL be asked in an interview. It is just a certainty.

1. What will you do as Miss ______ to further your platform.

2. Why should you be Miss ______

3. What sets you apart from the other contestants.

It is the third question that I enjoyed the most. I felt my directors (both kim and krisna) had prepared me completely for this question. They imparted to me a deep respect for the responsibility and honor of being crowned. So I could answer this question with honesty. "I believe I am the right fit for this job because I understand the weight of the responsibility. I do not take this job flippantly but with a great amount of humility and sincerity. I have the knowledge and experience to fulfill the obligations as well as the drive to learn how to perfect my position."

That sense of responsibility and honor carries through to every interview I have ever had. When I applied for my latest position, I went in humbly and stated that I understood the rules of my position and the responsibility to give my very best because this job is not an entitlement it is an opportunity.

Why is this a foreign concept? Why am I the only person that seems to grasp this concept. I understand people become jaded over time, but this is ridiculous. Please remember, you HAVE a job! How many people in the US (alone) would kill for your position?

You are not a martyr. you get paid to do your job. So do your job!! Don't try to squeak by with the bare minimum! And PLEASE do not try to pull one over on me because you are too lazy to finish the job. That is unacceptable. I'm not asking for miracles, I'm asking for the norm.

I suppose, ultimately, I'm asking for integrity. For you to do what you have said you will do and do it well. So why do you look at me as though I'm speaking greek?

So frustrated.

success!!

vacuum... check

dust... check

windex... check

bills... check

shopping... check

new shoes.... check

healthy chili... check

nails... check

happy husband.... SUCCESS!!!

dull

I miss my many creative outlets. The only thing I seem to have now is reading. While that is relaxing it is not invigorating. Running wasn't working, cooking is in no way "fun" for me... what else is there? Should I take up knitting? How bout scrap-booking?

need some inspiration

I'm in the mood to cook/bake. I'd love some new ideas for healthy cooking. Help me out, what is your favorite recipe?

finally summer

well it would appear that summer has finally arrived. Just a few photos to make you wish your city was as cool as mine :)