pinteresting.......

Three hours later, and I have just discovered my addiction to Pinterest. I've been on the site looking at recipes, clothes, quotes & everything else in between. Perfect way to spend a day where I don't feel too great.... I've spent the majority of my weekend feeling under the weather. I hope all the rest I've gotten in the past 48 hours will help me feel better faster... I'm tired of coughing......

Until then.... back to pinning........

Detour & Frolic

I had court down in Galveston today, and arrived in enough time to drive around before I had to head over to the courthouse. I haven't been to Galveston beach since I was little, and anytime I have court down there I am usually in & out without even taking the time to glance at the scenery. Since the weather was abnormally nice (there were flash floods & rain all yesterday) I made the block and saw all sorts of things that I would not mind coming back to visit in the near future. The Carnival Triumph was docked alongside the strand, and although the water in this part of the Gulf is not that nice, the beach did look rather serene today.....

untimely tuesday....

so it appears time has once again passed me by....I just realized that I have been missing in action for the past few days. I have unfortunately missed all the link-ups I so look forward to during the week... I slept through longlazysunday and was doped up on NyQuil for a large portion of miscellany Monday... my weekend wrap up is now encroaching on my mid-week mania...and so on, and so forth......

Last week is unfortunately a blur to me, as I sit here fantasizing about the upcoming weekend & more rest. I haven't been feeling too great lately, but fortunately I was able to get some meds from the doctor today & will hopefully be feeling better soon.

This past week/weekend was filled with work, deep conversation with my significant other, dayquil/NyQuil, laughter, tears and sleep........

My outlook calendar has been filled with court appearances and mediations...... but a Judge did tell me she was proud of me and gave me a hug after court yesterday & that definitely made me feel good despite the everyday work related stress.....

Blessings definitely need to be counted on the regular.... I tend to forget to do so at times... and I am very lucky to have someone who reminds me of just how blessed I am.....

Last Saturday night, my boyfriend and I went to the Improv (which is a comedy club) to see a show with one of his favorite comedians... The performance was awesome, and I definitely needed the laughs... The venue was really nice, although no photography is allowed inside..... and we even got to meet the performer after the show...

I also had the opportunity to unwind a little after work with a friend.... We went into DSW and I fell in love with a pair of L.A.M.B stilettos.... but alas, even at a discounted rate I cannot validate me making an impulse purchase in lieu of the budget I'm trying to stick to...but they were definitely haute.....

Even with the not so good, phone photo...I still love these shoes......

The rest of my week consists of court appearances, and prayerfully me feeling better...sooner, than later... Nothing too big planned for the upcoming weekend, but I can barely fathom the idea that we are already a month into 2012! Time to start planning for Valentine's Day............

“I will go before you and make the crooked places straight...”
(Isaiah 45:2, NKJ)

"The right word at the right time is like precious gold set in silver."

Proverbs 25:11

the little things

My grandma randomly sent me a Thinking of You card today.... I try to make time to think of those who mean the world to me, but I admit I get so consumed with life sometimes that I take things for granted. I really need to work on valuing the little things in life. Picking up the phone to say hi to a friend, spending quality time with my family, even just making time for myself to just be serene and thank the Lord. Our time on this earth is limited and I need to live life to the fullest and never ever take anyone or anything for granted.........

One moment of patience may ward off great disaster. One moment of impatience may ruin a whole life. ~Chinese Proverb

Patience is the ability to count down before you blast off. ~Author Unknown

Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew. - Saint Francis De Sales

it's ok....

it's okay...to get tired of people asking when you and your boyfriend are going to get married..trust me, I will let you know as soon as I find out..

it's okay... for me to slack off on dieting, especially after discovering all of my size 4 pants still fit..

it's okay... to feel guilty after eating an entire box of sugar babies in two days..

it's okay... that I think I fell in love with pole, and want to seriously consider taking more classes....

it's okay... to already be in pajamas. before 7pm.....

Link up with Its Ok Thursdays,here.

tagged

One of my favorite bloggers Mrs. H tagged me and I am delighted to play along! I love reading her blog and she is definitely worth checking out. I love positive and inspirational people and she truly fits that description!

Here are the rules:

1.You must post these rules.
2.Each person must post 11 things about themselves on their blog.
3.Answer the questions the tagger set for you in their post, and create 11 new questions for the people you tag to answer.
4.You have to choose 11 people to tag and link them on the post.
5.Go to their page and tell them you have linked him or her.

---- Eleven Things About Me ----

1. I am such the stereotypical Scorpio, I love the Zodiac and truly fit most of the characteristics of my sign.

2. If I wasn't an attorney I would want to be an author or run a non-profit organization.

3. I love dogs/puppies...but usually have to stay away from them (some breeds, not all) because they make me sneeze.

4. Purple is my favorite color, but I look best in blue.

5. Fall is my favorite season of the year, the dreary winter weather makes me depressed and it's too hot in Texas to enjoy any of the other seasons.

6. I love all types of music, but my current favorites are Miguel & Adele.

7. I could sit and talk with my boyfriend 24 hours a day, but most people (other than my closest friends and family) think I am super quiet.

8. I love food, but refuse to eat any sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs or anything else in that genre... gag.

9. During college and law school I worked in retail for a total of 7 years-- at Express, It's Fashion (random store in Louisiana, not sure where else they are located) and Talbots.

10. Reading is probably my favorite past time.

11. I plan entirely too much.... already thinking about things I want to happen in 2013 and this year is not even halfway over.....

---- Mrs. H's Questions ----

1.What's the most interesting or moving book you've ever read?

The Shack by WM. Paul Young was one of the most moving books I have ever read, hands down. A definite page turner. I actually experienced the loss of a sibling, and the experience the main character has in the book literally gave me goose bumps. A definite must read for anyone, especially those who have questioned their faith and need reassurance that everything happens for a reason.

2.Which do you prefer the book or the movie?

Usually the book. I have my fingers crossed that The Hunger Games movie is as good as the series.....

3.If you could move to anywhere tomorrow, where would it be?

Anywhere as long as I could take my boyfriend with me! Atlanta and Philadelphia have always been cities I enjoyed, but I am good in Houston.

4.What's the one thing in life you can't leave the house without?

My phone!

5.What's the furthest place you've flown to?

Montego Bay, Jamaica

6.If you could be anyone for a day who would it be?

Probably one of the Kardashians, Kim or Khloe.... Kourtney's life doesn't seem as fun as the other sisters.

7.What is one word that best describes you? (ONLY ONE)

enjoyable :-D

8.What's been your greatest accomplishment to date?

Passing the bar exam.

9.What's your favorite type of food?

It's a three way tie between Mexican, Seafood and Italian...

10.What's one nickname you have?

Kitty is what a large majority of my family calls me and I have no earthly idea why....

11.What's the best thing you did in 2011?

So many things happened in 2011 that could be considered a "best" thing... found a new job, went to Jamaica, and Atlanta and San Antonio... saw Eric Roberson in concert, turned & celebrated 30!! I could keep going... Last year was a great year for me... 2012 has some huge shoes to fill!!!!

---- My Questions ----

1. What is your sign, and do you fit the description?

2. What change do you want to make in 2012?

3. Do your friends and family follow your blog?

4. What was your blog inspiration?

5. What is your favorite drink?

6. What time is your bed time?

7. What is your dream car?

8. Least favorite season?

9. What is your favorite store?

10. What is your dream job?

11. Cats or dogs?

And now I must tag some bloggers of my own........

1. The Pro Diva @The Martini Chronicles

2. Khalidah @The Iconic Girl

3. Dr. Reginia @Her Perfect Black Dress

4. Geek Goddess @ Musings of a Geek Goddess

5. carrymel @ Khaki, not Cocky

6. Leslie @ Eat.Pray.Love.Run.

7. through 11. Of my list, it appears have already been tagged and posted lists of their own...... so I will spare them, this go round......

a dash of confidence....

Although confidence is not an area I am particularly lacking in, I do sometimes feel the need to do things that make me feel more confident... I decided I needed to spice things up a bit and changed up my look....so I got my hair cut Saturday morning...

After I left the salon, I headed over to Lady of Essence Fitness Studio, where I got a make-over by the talented Angel Fields... and shortly after my make-up was done, my girlfriends and I had our own private pole party!!!!!

Not only was it a great workout, we learned a lot of interesting moves that definitely made us all feel more confident.... After the pole party, I went to my favorite restaurant in the city and had dinner with two of my girlfriends and then we headed to a nightclub to celebrate another friends birthday.

I was pretty satisfied with the finished product, and am definitely feeling ultra confident after my Saturday night....

And it begins, again.....

This was probably the longest, short week of the year...... but, I made a promise to myself that despite it all, I would not complain. I have too many things to be thankful for. It was hard getting back in the swing of things at first, but now, as I lay on the bed watching episodes of Say Yes to the Dress & fighting sleep, I can actually say that I had a very productive last few days.

I finally started back decorating my office. I bought two frames from Target (both were a dollar each) that I plan to find the perfect pictures to place in.

My aunt also bought me two frames for Christmas, which have also found their way into my future office decor. My assistant hung up all my degrees and licenses awhile ago, now I just need to figure out what to put on the one empty desk in my office..... a calendar (not the standard desk calendar) would be nice as well.

A large majority of my time was spent in and out of the office simply trying to get organized. I'm trying to come up with a system this year that will help me avoid getting stressed out, or letting my work pile up during times that I'm in court all week. Despite my having an iPhone and a laptop that I pretty much have on me daily, I find it easier to get organized when I write things down. I bought a monthly planner when I went to Target. I figured if I can get all my appointments down in one place, it will make scheduling less difficult. In addition to scheduling, I also made a list of all the bills I need to pay so it will be easier for me to set out a weekly/monthly budget for myself. Once I get the budget together, I can start scratching some things off my "I WANT" list..........

I know this is a new year, but I slightly feel as if this has been one long repetitious cycle to get us right back to where we started from, only I have to write a different set of digits at the end when I write the date.... Then again, I may just be tired and thinking too much tonight. Tomorrow is going to be a busy day, and I need to find the time to get some work done before the weekend is over, and it all begins again. But as I said earlier....I have no complaints.

Side note: AirTran keeps emailing me all sorts of cheap deals on airfare. I try to visit one of my best friends who lives in Atlanta as often as I can afford to, I guess I need to add a plane ticket to my list of wants from the other day..........

miscellany monday

it's the first Miscellany Monday of 2012 & the first Monday in a long time that I did not have to go into work...oh, but tomorrow I will be back to it bright and early... No complaints though, because God has been extremely good to me...

I'm in love with this color on my toes...

I love moscato, and in the new year I would love to take a tour of a winery and go to a wine tasting class. Apparently wine has many health benefits, and I do need to be healthier in the new year...

I need to manage my stress better in 2012, so I don't have to indulge in the drinking of the above mentioned wine too often...

Massages should be a monthly treat. As well as good laughs and adventures with my friends... And trips, lots of trips......

I want a new suit, and some new jeans, and a new hairstyle, and a new purse, and a new pair of black pumps... But I need to stick to my budget so I can achieve my financial goals this year...

My lists of wants is probably ten times longer than my list of needs. I should work on that. Just not tonight....

This weekend should be entertaining...Details coming soon....

nye & hello 2012

My final day of 2011 was spent doing the things I love, eating, spa-hopping & spending time with my boyfriend...I had lunch with a good friend at one of my favorite spots in Houston, The Grand Lux Cafe....

After lunch, we went to Sensia Japanese Day Spa in the Galleria area to de-stress before 2012. I had a sea weed wrap & she had a hot tao stone massage.. I left the spa feeling great, met up with my boyfriend....napped and went to dinner at another one of my favorite spots, P.F. Chang's. I'm glad we had reservations since the wait time was an hour and thirty minutes....

After dinner, we went to a house party hosted by my boyfriends bff & his bff's girlfriend. I didn't know many people at the party, and apparently none of the girlfriends of the guys knew each other either. We sat on the couch sipping wine, while the guys reminisced on their high school glory days and reconnected. I am glad my boo got to spend time with all of his high school buddies, especially since they hadn't all been together in one place since..hmmmm, probably high school....

We woke up super late on Sunday, watched football, ate leftovers and stayed in bed until well after noon. Once we finally mustered the energy to be productive on the first day of the year, we headed over to my girlfriends house for New Years Day dinner. She and her husband had prepared a feast of traditional new years cuisine, black eyed peas, collard greens, chicken, pork chops and mac & cheese...as well as dessert, with a side of peach ciroc and mango punch... Needless to say, we were done. The boyfriend and I jumped in the moon walk that none of the kids at the party seemed to be interested in (they were more concerned with texting and videos games) and after fifteen minutes of jumping we were even more done than we were before.... I think we went to bed around 8pm and then woke up around 1am, then watched TV until we both fell asleep again... A very lazy start to the new year, but I guess I needed the rest. It's full speed ahead tomorrow, back to work and back to business. I hope 2012 is as good as last year, actually....I hope it is even better.