Oh, Inspiration!

 . . . It's one of my favourite things. Who doesn't love a good old 'wind beneath my wings," swelling in the chest, 'aha' moment that brings a beautiful "this is what it's all about" feeling. And although that moment may be fleeting it's always worth looking for. And look for it I do. . .

199 is my favourite number because I was so inspired by a football documentary I watched over my husband's shoulder about Tom Brady. The year Tom Brady was drafted he was the 199th pick - through teary eyes he described how he had given up all hope of being drafted and had left his parents house to go for a "walk". Minutes later his name was finally announced. On his first day with his new team he told his coach, "I am going to be the best decision you ever made." Tom Brady isn't a great football player because he's the most talented. Tom Brady is a great football player because he's determined, hard working, competitive and from what I could tell, passionate about football. Now my husband thinks my interest in Tom Brady simply boils down to a good old-fashioned, junior high crush. I mean, I can't really deny that the man is easy on the eyes. Tall drink of water with gorgeous hair and a nice body. He is married to one of the most beautiful women on the planet and she sees something in him, right? Also, he's rich. Okay, maybe I have a little crush. But seriously, if I could apply *Brady's ethics to my everyday life I like to imagine what I could accomplish. What I could teach my children about hard work and determination. I might only be the 199th name on a list of  people who appear to have so much more talent or experience than I do, but that doesn't mean that I'm still not the best person for the job. Who says I can't make it to the top? Or at least make it to the final game where none of my teammates will do a very good job of catching any of my passes. Wink.

*(referred to here by last name because that's what guys do and since I'm kinda of talking about football, I thought, " . . . when in Rome!")

GL 'AMOUR' OUS

It's Valentine's Day and that's got me thinking . . . what do you love to do to help yourself feel glamourous? You shouldn't wait for a holiday or a special occasion to add that special touch to your day. It might just give you a much needed lift in your mood or confidence. Feel the love so you can share the love. I do a little something special for myself almost every day. Some pretty underwear, delicious confections, fine jewellery, fun, brightly coloured accessories, or my personal favourite right now - perfume. Whatever it is, even if you're not in love today, live like your life is full of romance . . . and then, why not do it again tomorrow. Because who knows, maybe tomorrow is going to be that day that you've been waiting for.

The "News"

I have wanted to start a blog now for a very long time, but no matter how much inspiration or encouragement I received from friends, I just wouldn't DO it. To tell you the truth, I was scared. Sometimes I think of my life as boring and ordinary. Who wants to read about a white, 30 something minus a career and a fancy education, with no budget for intriguing world travels and excessive shopping sprees? Subtract further from that the exciting social life that is enjoyed by pre-settled-down gals who are lapping up the oyster juices that the world does so happily crack it's head open to provide. Well, here I am, vulnerable. Naked, so to speak.

But I want you to know if you follow me on this journey you will not be disappointed. I have always had this excitement for life. Sometimes I think it just might explode into a supernatural display of fireworks. Which could possibly be a bad thing. It might make me do something rash, like run away to a life in Morocco or charge a wardrobe of Louis Vuitton handbags on my credit card. So instead I am going to keep on the safe side and let this blog be my virtual supernatural display of fireworks. I am really looking forward to this. I hope you are too . . . .

"Life's a Ball"