Inspired to Find the Good in Myself before the Weekend....

1. what do you think is one of your best qualities?

My belief in Love. No matter how many times I am disappointed or beaten down by my past relationships I always find it within myself to heal and Love again like I have never been hurt. Even though I sometimes wish that my heart would harden to protect herself from pain, I am always proud that I haven't let my past hurt keep me from the possibilty of true Love finding me in the future. (For those of you who read my next post-here's hoping i can continue on like this..... )

2. what physical feature do you love about yourself?

My smile. Its sincerity has the power to change the mood of someone that I Love from apathetic and desperate to one of genuine cheer, including my own. And it comes from a place where i am unable to fake it. If it's there then I am truly enjoying every moment spent with you. And you never have to doubt it. Warning-it is majorly infectious. So beware.

3. why do your friends really enjoy spending time with you?
Hmmm....b/c I have a knack for finding a way to have a great time in the worst of situations, my advice that always helps others but can never seem to help yours truly, my big heart that gets me into trouble all of the time, and most importantly-b/c I have never thought of close friends and family as two separate entities and prioritize my friends at the top without question. And I always will.


4. what is a skill you are very, very good at?

Scrapbooking. not so much b/c i am gifted w/ any artistic ability at all. But b/c you can feel/see the heart and soul in every page and b/c it brings such joy to those whol peruse through its pages.

5. what one gift do you offer this world, that no one else can?

My heart. It Loves really big.

6. why are you such an irreplaceable member of your family?

Well, I think everyone is so this is a tough one for me. I am an only daughter, grandaughter and sister. I am a proud Godmother to two beautiful growing girls and an aunt to my 6 year old nephew who would rather die than be caught dead getting a kiss from his auntie on the T-ball field. But I guess it's really b/c i have known the value of family since a very young age and never took that gift for granted. I am the one who will fill the matriarchial role of "woman of the family" when the next generation passes its torch: organizing b-days and hosting holidays. I only hope that i can make them proud.

7. what color do you love, and how does it personify all the wonderful things about you?

I change this a lot. Right now I would have to say brown. Rich, chocolate brown. With fall clearly underway, i am comforted by its warmth. Almost like a bear hug from someone that Loves you more than anyone else in the world. It feels like the first breath of heat when you walk into your home from a cold blustery afternoon of work or errands. It makes me feel safe. And that's where I'm at right now.

8. what is your favorite piece of clothing, and why does it make you feel so good?

I Love fashion. Some friends fault me for it b/c it appears to go against my anti-materialism outlook on life. But I think it is an extension of your personality. I can express my mood or state of mind simply by picking a different pair of earrings. That being said, accessories are my thing. I am in awe of their abilty to change the entire feel of an outfit, not to mention the person wearing them. And it intrigues me that they are usually the smallest pieces but they speak the loudest words. It inspires me. And although I Love them all, I guess my turqoise and gold dangles that look sort of like a 70's beaded hanging closet door are my fav. They make me feel feminine and funky. Pure happiness on a hook.


9. what is something you have done or given to someone else, that you think is truly amazing?

My favorite accomplishment as of yet was taking part in the wedding of my two closest friends in the universe this June. Not only was I able to stand up in support of one of the best couples that I know (Nina, you and John are in this category too. Man, I Love your Love.) but i was able to sing for their Mass and give their toast. What an honor. I've never felt luckier. It was the best day of my life!

10. what loving gift can you give to yourself today? {make sure you do...you deserve it!}

A calm heart. I haven't been truly calm in over a month. I'm exhausted w/ its rapid beating.