“So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.” ~The Great Gatsby Dear Universe, I still think it’s funny that I didn’t read F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby in high school or even in college as an English major. I didn’t even read it when one of my brothers handed me his copy and …
Laugh Out Loud
“At the height of laughter, the universe is flung into a kaleidoscope of new possibilities.” ~Jean Houston Dear Universe, Sometimes you just need to laugh. Hard. So hard the embarrassing loud laugh escapes (the snorting kind) and shocks you and those around you. So hard that tears come to your eyes and your stomach hurts. About a week ago, my …
Freebies
Dear Universe, I like free things. Well really, who doesn’t? I like the free beauty samples that the friendly checkout girl at my drugstore always includes when she’s packing my items. These last couple of months I’ve scored shampoo, conditioner, hair treatments, toothpaste and lotion. I like when you place an online order and the package arrives with perfume or …
Joie de Vivre
Joie de Vivre… Joy of Living Dear Universe, You know I love Paris and all things French. More often than not, one can find me wearing my “joie de vivre” necklace. For me, it’s a reminder that each day is a gift and a joy. Each day is meant to be enjoyed. The French know how to live. Specifically, they …
Date Night
Dear Universe, Friday night I took a break from working to go on a date… with my mom. 🙂 We were both pretty tired so just headed to a nearby restaurant with good food and ambiance. We went early, knowing it wouldn’t be a late night. When we arrived the restaurant was still fairly empty so we grabbed two seats …
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