Busy, little Bee!

I know... I hear it all the time?  SLOW DOWN!!! Well, if I slow down, I'll stop and perhaps never get moving again, so there is no grass growing under these feet 'o mine!  Life has been pretty crazy here and although I intend on posting this or that on my blog when I think of things, I just haven't made the time to do so.  I have relished, though, in the time I can spend on the couch in the evening, cuddling with my honey and being a pillow for the dogs... They are almost as happy as I am to be home.  It's been two weeks today, already, and I am happy to say that I got so much more accomplished than I thought I would have in the past two weeks.  THERE is still much to do, but I am happy that I could meet the commitments and could get back to normal life "among the living".  I certainly do not feel that way when I am inpatient.  It's a totally different feeling.. always wondering if I am ever, really going to make it home?!

Today, was a day that I  have been looking forward to for a long time.  I remember when I got the invitation in the mail for a seminar given by Tiffany Christensen for the 29th of September, I thought, "WOW, that's a long ways away" and now it's over with.   I had been to one other seminar that Tiffany spoke at for the CF Awareness Clinic back in March, but I was not able to actually meet her 'cause I was inpatient and my doctor had escorted me in his car (on a pass) to see her. I was at his mercy and he wanted to leave immediately afterward to do the rest of his "rounds".  So, I wasn't able to get her book 'Sick Girl Speaks' then.  Lo and behold, though... not a week later, one arrived in my mailbox from my Auntie Lu who "LISTENED" to me and bought one for herself and I.  I read the book and it made me want to connect with Tiffany more so I was happy that I dragged myself out of bed this morning and made it on time, well, almost... what's a few minutes here or there? Who's counting? My neighbor, whom I hadn't seen in a long time, was next door and wanted to chat!  Anyway... I got to see most of it and meet up with many of the folks who take care of me-- day in and day out-- in my "second home". As they only see me in my "hospital garb" and what I "look like" in there, I felt that some of THEM didn't even looook like the same person with their street clothes on, make up, their hair done purrty, jewelry and even heels, in Coleen's case! Knock out!!

So, after it was done... us "Cysters" were starving and decided to go to SoCo for some grubb.  SoCo is short for South Congress... where ALL the "South" action takes place in Austin, besides 6th Street (That's what I've  heard anyway... I'm a northern girl, myself)... . There is shopping, eateries and all the people watching one could want... afterall, our motto here IS: "Keep Austin Weird".  I didn't feel like I fit in at all with everyone south of the river --on the outside-- but if they could have only seen my insides!  I'm NOT normal, folks... nope, sorry to burst your bubble! I have piercings and tattoo's from long, long ago!  Here come the skeletons.... not!

The three of us ate at Guero's and engaged in some "fine" conversation and vibes.  I think Tiffany liked it and I know that Amanda and I did.  We both are fond of Mexican food.  CHUY's still Rocks, though, in my book.  Amanda likes El Patio, but I haven't given that place a chance yet, so the jury is still out.  Across the street, there was a pizza place that Manda raved about called "Home Slice".  HAFTA try that one sometime. 

My fave place on SoCo is Magnolia cafe and their Gingerbread Pancakes.... yum!   And, Toy Joy rocks, if it is still there.  The shopping is fun and eclectic, for sure.  I wish I had gone shopping with A&T, but I had other things that called me away, unfortunately! Here is a beautiful view of the city on a bright and clear, sunny day---from South Congress.

I have a busy schedule coming up, as usual.... so, if you're tired already, just hang up the phone and stop reading... you will only get tired-er.   Tomorrow night is our First CCS meeting that I had to postpone on the 7th due to inclement weather... although I am really excited and looking forward to going to it and seeing everyone I've missed over the long, hot summer, I just wish I could sit in the audience and ENJOY the meeting...take it all in and just vegge. I can see why they only allow the president a two year position 'cause I think a third would kill ya!  It's mainly the preparation and hauling of stuff that always gets to me.  Even if I am not in charge of refreshments, door prizes, etc. It seems I am carting at least ONE "rolly box" around with all of the equipment, agenda's, president papers and STUFF that is needed.  'Nuf said! I shouldn't complain at all 'cause I am sooo happy that I didn't miss the FIRST meeting while I was in the hospital.  This is a FULL blessing that has fallen in my lap and I am embracing it.... Being president  last year and this coming one really is a great opportunity for me.  I Love it!  I love it! I love it!  Yep, still trying to convince myself and the next sucker, uh, I mean person (who may be reading this) who will take on the great responsibility of this FINE job.

This weekend, the 2nd, Kev and I are attending a good friend's son's wedding that is going to be in Dripping Springs at Sunset... How romantic is that!? It's at the Memory Lane Wedding Facility and we are really looking forward to it.
http://www.memorylaneweddings.com/  There is something about weddings that just makes my heart do a flip-flop. I always get teary eyed.  I was just looking at photos of both Heather's and my sister, Cindy's wedding and THE camera caught me BOTH times with a puddle in my eyes... or wiping them away.  Of course, they are tears of happiness... it just wells over and I can't control my emotions.  What kind of a matron of honor is that... !???lol.


Then, on Sunday.. we are going to see RENT again!  I think this is the 3rd time so far and each time it just gets better.  I love the message (LOVE) and the performances are always incredible.  I heard the girl on GLEE, with the long dark hair, is supposed to be "Mimi" for some production company and I thought she would make a perfect Mimi!  We are seeing RENT at the Zachary Scott theater, too, which is a very small and intimate venue.  We are very close to the front and center.  For the last one... we were in the second row and I swear that "Roger" spit on me a couple of times... (while he was speaking, of course, I mean, I wasn't being rude or hackling him or anything..... hee hee)

Take a deep breath....

THEN, I have a board meeting on Tuesday and a Pageant which I am judging--in and out of Austin (in the suburbs)--on Friday and Saturday... pretty much all day long.  I will be interviewing over a hundred contestants on Friday and then on Saturday, wearing a FORMAL get up, to boot, judging them on their presentation in a casual and formal outfit of their choosing... giving points on their poise, confidence and overall presence.  I have never judged a pageant before, so this will be a learning experience and we shall see if I will EVER want to do this again.  Both Amanda and I were asked to do this BEFORE we even knew one another... so we both feel like we are kindred spirits and were meant to meet ...eventually.  I hope that it is a great experience for all parties involved.  I know we will be getting exposure to our "businesses", even though the only BUSINESS I will be promoting is the Calligraphy guild,  but I am really looking forward to connecting with the younger generation who will be "taking over our world" shortly... Do you ever get the feeling that everyone who is "taking care of us" is younger than us now?  My how time flies!   In addition to engaging with this affair, another friend asked if I could come to help demo a "Fancy Letters" program for her sister's BROWNIE troop of 8-10 year olds.  How fun is that!?  I don't usually have a lot of interaction with children in my life, especially since all my cousins, nieces and nephews live out of town or are all grown up, so I will have fun doing this.... I have set my limitations, though you many not think I have.... I told my friend that I would play that one by ear in case I feel totally overwhelmed and need some "down time" to just relax and chill.  So, all in all.... take time to smell the roses... but don't stop too long... you might forget to start going again.