Getting Back to the Habit... of Writing

The Happy Couple

There is so much to be grateful for everyday. I would like to get back to remembering that. So let's get started.

I am so thankful to have the most amazing friends ever. Last Wednesday I ventured out to Seattle to see a friend I have not seen in more than 15 years! Dani was a fellow dancer at the studio my brother Phil and I use to go to. Through the years we gradually slipped away from each other, but never out of each others hearts. Thanks to the glory of Facebook, Mom and Dani found each other... and we were all connected again.

Our Family!

Recently Dani and his partner Marlon decided to get married after 10 years of being together. Needless to say we were all excited for them, but even more so after they invited us out to Seattle for the wedding. Mom and I stayed out there for 5 days. We helped prep, helped style, helped keep Dani relaxed. Most importantly, we let him know he was loved.

In the end, we met so many amazing people, reconnected with Dani, finally got to meet the man who has made his life more meaningful, and witnessed one of the most beautiful, meaningful weddings I've ever experienced. It was spiritual, full of love, and so intimate. Many tears were shed over how wonderful that ceremony was. I'm so glad to know that Dani is loved by so many, but honestly it's not that hard to believe. He is such a beautiful soul. :)

Momma and Me

On top of all the fun wedding stuff, I got to spend quality time with my momma. We checked out Pike's Place, hit the Seattle Space Needle, checked out the amazing works of glass artist Chihuly. It was the perfect little getaway to catch up, and get some much needed momma hugs.

The Awesome Wedding Cake

On Sunday, it was time to head back home, but to more wonderful times. The Jaberpas were sweet enough to pick me up at the airport and bring me back to The Commune. What was best about the night though was that just like a family, we all gathered to eat, drink, and watch TV together.

Honestly, it's what I've been hoping for by moving in to the apartment above my friends. Living alone for so long in the Watertown apartment was a bit unnerving, especially when you are left to your own thoughts... and they are usually dark. Now I'm able to see my friends, even if just for a second throughout the day. Knowing that I now have a roommate, and right downstairs my two dearest friends is really quite a relief.

Now we come to Monday. One thing I haven't told you about is that I am now producing at work. Still a writer, but filling in when help is needed. I cannot express how much I love it! Anyhoo... I came in to work following my vacation to hear from my Executive Producer Kimmy that when she heads out for her maternity leave, my schedule is going to get shifted a bit so I can help out more producing. My mind exploded! As I said earlier, I cannot express how much I love to produce, and being in a field where I have the opportunity to learn and work with such amazing people is more than remarkable.

Everyday is a blessing in its own way. Something new is always right around the corner... we all just need to remember that.

It's Official! 

Helping Prep

Chihuly and the Space Needle

Chihuly!!

Chihuly and the Space Needle