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Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Birthday Post
My mom has a Pinterest board that features people laughing or smiling really big. She tells me that looking at these photos makes her happy. There is an infectious cheery feeling that comes from seeing others elated. I think it is a type of happiness that we need more of. That is why I decided to post the picture above. It isn't the kind of picture that I like to share. My eyes are closed and I look pretty silly, but it is undoubtedly a special moment. My kids are around me and I am talking to one of my best friends. I think that is why my mom snapped the photo. It was taken 3 days ago at Lexi's birthday party.
My birthday is today. I'm 41 now. That age neither depresses nor excites me. It is just a fun day with lots of people giving me well wishes. I honestly believe that life goes better when people are sending positive thoughts your way. It is a day when I truly love Facebook, which isn't something that I have felt lately. FB has been a messenger of sadness for the past few weeks for many different friends. Today, I choose to cherish the good times spent with the many people that have carved a place in my heart. I feel loved and full of love.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Going Gray
About a year ago, my mom started considering letting her hair go gray. She even selected the book, “Going Gray” by Anne Kreamer, for her book club meeting. The ladies showed up and seemed to have an interesting discussion about vanity and aging. My mom announced to them that she was going to try it. She planned to start by lightening her hair a few shades and then cutting it short once the roots grew in.
To be completely honest, I thought it was a horrible idea. She looks young and has plenty of energy so why would she give up this fight? Mainly, I also couldn’t imagine red hair sprinkled with gray. I just thought it would kind of clash or something. She argued that she just wanted to try it and if she discovered that she didn’t like it, she would start dying her hair again. In our family, we give our opinions but do not get emotionally invested in the outcome and certainly never expect each other to take it.
My mom did exactly what she planned to do and guess what… it turned out just fine. In fact, I actually think her natural red goes very well with the new blondish-gray hair. Plus, she has quite a bit more red than I expected for someone approaching 60 years old.
A few months ago, I was surprised to find out that my aunt (dad’s sister) had also taken up the same quest. Today, she was featured in the Salt Lake Tribune: Silver Sisters Lead the Way in Gray Roots Movement.
She is the one in the middle named Barb Shelley.
The interesting thing is that I am actually glad they did this little experiment. They have paved the way for me. I have never dyed my hair, although I did lighten it once or twice in college. I have always planned to cover up gray hair once they start taking over, but I never ever considered the alternative. At this point, I still only have one that I find once or twice a year. I mentioned it before here: Gray Hair
I saw my little gray hair the other day and promptly plucked it out. One day though, when it comes with lots of friends, I will probably just leave it and not worry about dying it. I'll just be happy that I can spend money and time on other things.
To be completely honest, I thought it was a horrible idea. She looks young and has plenty of energy so why would she give up this fight? Mainly, I also couldn’t imagine red hair sprinkled with gray. I just thought it would kind of clash or something. She argued that she just wanted to try it and if she discovered that she didn’t like it, she would start dying her hair again. In our family, we give our opinions but do not get emotionally invested in the outcome and certainly never expect each other to take it.
My mom did exactly what she planned to do and guess what… it turned out just fine. In fact, I actually think her natural red goes very well with the new blondish-gray hair. Plus, she has quite a bit more red than I expected for someone approaching 60 years old.
A few months ago, I was surprised to find out that my aunt (dad’s sister) had also taken up the same quest. Today, she was featured in the Salt Lake Tribune: Silver Sisters Lead the Way in Gray Roots Movement.
She is the one in the middle named Barb Shelley.
The interesting thing is that I am actually glad they did this little experiment. They have paved the way for me. I have never dyed my hair, although I did lighten it once or twice in college. I have always planned to cover up gray hair once they start taking over, but I never ever considered the alternative. At this point, I still only have one that I find once or twice a year. I mentioned it before here: Gray Hair
I saw my little gray hair the other day and promptly plucked it out. One day though, when it comes with lots of friends, I will probably just leave it and not worry about dying it. I'll just be happy that I can spend money and time on other things.
Friday, August 27, 2010
HS 20 Years Later
My high school class (at one of the high schools I went to) is in charge of putting on the homecoming assembly next month. It is two states away, in Utah, so I am trying to decide if it is worth the trip. It isn't the 20 year reunion. That is next summer.
I went to school with some of these people from kindergarten to third grade. We moved to Florida for a few years and then came back for Junior high and a little of high school before moving to Texas. I also went there for a few months of my senior year and ended up getting my diploma there. I knew most of the people in my graduating class. I really didn't keep in touch with any of them though, but thanks to facebook I have been able to catch up with a lot of them.
Reasons for wanting to go:
1. Simple curiosity and nostalgia can be intersting.
2. I had fun on my last trip to Utah in February.
3. I want to take the kids hiking in Utah.
4. We only live once & traveling makes everything so much more interesting.
5. I am pretty sure next summer will be crazy, so I will probably miss the reunion.
Reasons for skipping it:
1. It will cost at least $450 to travel up and back. I should use the money to get a new windshield since mine is cracked.
2. I hate to explain to everyone (who hasn't noticed on FB) that I am divorced and living with my mom
3. I will have to arrange for someone to take care of the kids while I am at the assembly. However, I am sure my friends can help me find a nice stay-at-home mom that could use the money.
4. I am wondering if I stay with the same friend that I did last time how much her son is going to hate giving up his room for us to stay in. Perhaps, he'll worry that I'll be there for six weeks again, which I will not.
5. Most of my close friends that I talk to were in the grade ahead of mine. I wonder if I’ll feel awkward without a click.
If I lived close by, I would go. I guess I still haven’t decided yet. Anyone have suggestions?
I went to school with some of these people from kindergarten to third grade. We moved to Florida for a few years and then came back for Junior high and a little of high school before moving to Texas. I also went there for a few months of my senior year and ended up getting my diploma there. I knew most of the people in my graduating class. I really didn't keep in touch with any of them though, but thanks to facebook I have been able to catch up with a lot of them.
Reasons for wanting to go:
1. Simple curiosity and nostalgia can be intersting.
2. I had fun on my last trip to Utah in February.
3. I want to take the kids hiking in Utah.
4. We only live once & traveling makes everything so much more interesting.
5. I am pretty sure next summer will be crazy, so I will probably miss the reunion.
Reasons for skipping it:
1. It will cost at least $450 to travel up and back. I should use the money to get a new windshield since mine is cracked.
2. I hate to explain to everyone (who hasn't noticed on FB) that I am divorced and living with my mom
3. I will have to arrange for someone to take care of the kids while I am at the assembly. However, I am sure my friends can help me find a nice stay-at-home mom that could use the money.
4. I am wondering if I stay with the same friend that I did last time how much her son is going to hate giving up his room for us to stay in. Perhaps, he'll worry that I'll be there for six weeks again, which I will not.
5. Most of my close friends that I talk to were in the grade ahead of mine. I wonder if I’ll feel awkward without a click.
If I lived close by, I would go. I guess I still haven’t decided yet. Anyone have suggestions?
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