The fog has cleared.

The fog has cleared. No, I'm not talking about the weather. All though, I could be as the sun is showing it's pretty little face and the snow is glistening. I am actually referring to my head. I can finally breathe and do not feel like my head has been jammed into a balloon. Honestly, people around me have been sounding a lot like the adult voices on Charlie Brown. A stuffy, runny, soar nose is something I am not fond of. But, it is finally over. The fog has cleared.

Coming out of a head cold makes me feel invincible. Not that I am going to try to fly or run a marathon but, for the first time in a couple days I feel up to writing, reading, crocheting and doing a little freelance for friends. I literally did not pick up a pen, book or crochet needle for 2 days. Going to work and taking care of a busy little E were more than enough for me.

Speaking of her, I have to say a big THANK YOU to R for taking care of E and picking up where I couldn't. You are so wonderful. I say I appreciate what you do and I do but when you step in doing everything when I can not is when I look at my wedding ring, nod my head and say, Yup! I've got the greatest husband. I chose well. Thank you. I love you.

So, here's to picking up where I left off. I am thankful for being healthier today than I was yesterday. Stay tuned for my Friday Feature and a few additions to the blog design.

Keep Loving.

Still walking

The weekend feels like a long, dusty beaten path behind me. And wowee, was that path rocky with overgrown roots and the whole 9 yards.

Yesterday might have been the worst day of the weekend for me. The restaurant was quiet but I was serving the porch so I stayed rather steady. My customers were great and even though a server didn't show up to work the day wasn't half bad. It was the kitchen that ruined my Sunday evening. All though I strive to let the crude harrassment and criticism roll off my shoulders yesterday I broke. I failed. And let those unhappy men get to me.

Part of the reason why I was so sad and upset was that I was talking to the people at my tables, looking at the kind faces of such wonderful people. Only to have to return the kitchen where these men are cruel and hurtful. I couldn't keep the tears from streaming down my face. Because I don't understand why? Why are these men so cruel? How do people find enjoyment And how can some people be so so nice?

After all this I, somehow, feel that I can breathe a sigh of relief (sort of...I'm still fighting this cold) Now that Coast Guard is behind me. And through all the bumps in this past weekend I can say I'm still walking.  I'm not sure how I'll muster up the courage to go through the doors to work this evening but until I find a new job I'll do it. Because no matter how bad the situation is, it could be worse.

My newest motto: Nothing lasts forever. (Makes you think huh?)

On the plus side, (yes there is still a plus side) there is ONLY 2 months until I walk down the aisle to meet Ryan so that we can walk together for the rest of our lives. I am so very excited. And he is too. We're really looking forward to this next step in our life. As the days pass we become stronger and closer. We have so much we want to accomplish together.

It's going to be great!

There are lessons to be learned in every situation. I know I'm certainly learning some. I hope you are too.

Keep Loving. And walking the road of life, however bumpy and rooted it may be.