My weekend.

Friday night, I rode in Cleopatra.  It kicks off the Mardi Gras parades for the westbank of New Orleans.  It is my third year riding and I have more and more fun each year.  

 This was the float that I rode on.  This year's theme was "Hats off to Cleopatra."

 Of course, while waiting for our floats to arrive, we consumed some beverages and shots at Michelli's Bar in Algiers.  Jimmy Michelli, the owner, hooked us up!!!  

Toni, myself and Kristine at Michelli's.  Had a blast hanging with my girls.  Gave Toni my tutu and boa.  With the outfit that she wore, she rocked it WAY better than I was in there.  Cannot wait until next year!!!  

Saturday was a bit rough.  My daughter was marching in the Caesar parade in Metairie.  It was freaking freezing cold and had she not been marching, my butt would have stayed home, that is for sure.  I (nor the girls and other parents marching) have never been more miserable in cold/freezing temps than I (we were) was Saturday night.  I saw people out there with little ones and was thinking who would bring their itty bitties out in that kind of weather?  I certainly would not.  That is for sure.  Guess some people will just do anything to get beads and stuffed animals.

This is a picture of the girls before we started marching.  One parade down, two more to go.  Hail Thoth and Orpheus.  Thankfully, it looks like the weather will be warmer this weekend and not feeling like it is in the 20s like it did Saturday night.

 

What I am thankful for.

I am thankful that I have a healthy, loving, well adjusted daughter.  That she is not afraid of anything and takes the bull by the horns when she has to.  She's a lot like me.

I am thankful for the loving husband that I have.  Who loves me despite my faults and encourages me to be the best person that I can be.  He also supports what ever crazy endeavor that I come up with as well.

I am thankful for my parents.  Who raised me to be the person that I am today and who have stood behind me in the good and bad times.   They have taught me to fight hard in what I believe in and to never just give up when things get rough or hard.

I am thankful for my siblings.  My brother and sister both rock.  I am close to both and enjoy everything that they bring into my life.  We've been through a lot as a family, but we've come through a lot closer and tighter than ever.  

I am thankful for my inlaws.  They have taken me in and made me feel as though I am one of their own.  Not only myself, but my daughter as well.  I am truly blessed.

I am thankful that my ex (as well as his family) and I get along as well as we do.  It truly does benefit our daughter and her well being.  Raising her in as close to an intact household as we can without trying is what is best for her.

I am thankful to be working where I am.  I love my job and what I do.  It pushes me to strive to learn new things and it challenges me.  

I am thankful for my friends.  Without them, I have no clue where I'd be.  I need them to tell me how it is going to be and to set me straight when I stray off of the path for an easier one.  

I am thankful for A LOT of things, but these are just a few that come to mind.  I am truly a blessed person and I know this.  Family and friends are important and its nice to show that to them during the holidays.  One thing that I learned is to let them know all of the time how appreciative you are of them.  Never know when you will see them again. 

Live, Laugh and Love <3 

Missed me?

It's been a while since I have blogged. Life has been throwing things left and right in this direction, but nothing I cannot handle. It has been mostly good though.

Thanksgiving is tomorrow and I cannot wait. I am thankful for A LOT of things. I am thankful for a wonder husband who supports me in my endeavors, no matter how crazy they may sound at the time. He sees the big picture and is by my side every step of the way. He truly is the love of my life and my best friend. I am thankful for a healthy and wonderful daughter. Who pushes me everyday to be the best person that I can be and by living that example, she is following in my footsteps (just hope that she does not have the detours that I have had along the way). I am thankful for my family and the love and support that I have from them as well. My friends rock and are there no matter what. I am also thankful for my dog. She is my girl and has taught me a lot about life through the years. I am thankful for where and who I work for. Pushing me to go back to law school to get my J.D.

The holidays are upon us and it is going to get hectic. The vacation house should be ready soon and I look forward to spending lots of time there with my family and friends.

I am truly blessed and life is good. The best thing is that life just keeps getting better!!!

Happy Thanksgiving and Holidays :)

When it all falls into place.

Ever have one of those moments in life where everything falls into place? You know, where all is good and nothing can go wrong? I have a beautiful , healthy, and active daughter who keeps me very busy. She is a blessing and because of her, I am who I am today. She is my heart. I am married to the most wonderful man ever. He loves me despite some of my flaws (which he says that I do not have any). He recognizes my artistic abilities and he backs me in whatever insane project that I start. I have a kick ass business partner who knows what she is doing and is someone who strives to obtain her goals (like me). I have a wonderful family and friends and a huge support system that has always been there for me no matter what.

It is nice when everything falls into place. I am so excited for the next chapter that is about to unfold. I will tell in due time :) Let's just say that I am truly blessed.

My daughter is . . .

Going to be a JV cheerleader next year. The 8th grade. I am not sure how she is going to balance cheerleading, travel/rec softball, and tumbling/gymnastics this summer, but she is going to be one busy bee. I liked cheerleading when I was a cheerleader, but I loved dance team much more. Being a Pantherette was one of the best experiences in my life. I know that she will look back when she is my age and remember those days as though they were yesterday. :)

I am so proud of my daughter.