Too Fast…

Well the ‘rents were in town this weekend for a short… very short visit. They arrived about 5:30p on Friday and headed back to the snow later Sunday night.  It was nice to see them even if it was too short a visit.

On Saturday we hit the Outlets in Pigeon Forge and the weather was absolutely beautiful!  Sometimes I have a hard time remembering it’s only February when I’m walking around in the sunshine without a coat on.  On Sunday it was raining in the morning but we were able to get out and wander around my town for some pics.  Here is the weekend through the lens…

Almost to Gatlinburg & the Great Smokey Mountains	Proof that winter doesn’t suck everywhere!
Rain + the Appalachians = “smoke”	A look down Main Street
Jonesborough – Est. 1779 – Tennessee’s Oldest Town	The Parson’s Table
The International Storytelling Center	The Chester Inn built 1797
Christopher Taylor House – built 1778	Another look down Main Street
Washington County Court House	Driving through town…

Blame It On The Rain

I woke up about 4am to the sound of rain hitting the window in my bedroom. I was hoping for some thunderstorms but I’m told those are coming tomorrow morning. 

It’s been raining nearly all day and its really mellowed out my mood.  Well that and maybe a few pieces of news that aren’t the best. I won’t say I’m down but I could have easily just curled up with a blanket and a book and just escaped from things for the day.

But then on my drive home from work, I noticed the changes around me.  Creek beds that were dry contained flowing water, the dust coatings were washed from rocks and roads, and best of all… the grass was greener than it was this morning.

It is amazing how taking a moment to notice the small things can change your perspective, isn’t it? 

Pollyanna State of Mind

I am apparently getting a reputation of being somewhat of a “Pollyanna” around here. Not that it is a bad thing, but really… me?!

Maybe it’s the crazy flood of sunshine I’m getting here in the South?  And no, I’m not in Florida, but when you came from a place where you get maybe 14% sun from November through April this is like a tropical paradise!

More likely… I’m just happy at the moment. 

Is everything perfect? Of course not! I don’t think that is even possible.  But there are so many things in a good place or moving toward a good place…  I don’t have any desire to focus on things that may be less than stellar.  Is it really worth wasting the time and energy on anyway? 

I truly I am happy and content to see what other exciting things may be in store!

And if you happened to miss the FB announcement… I am going to be an Auntie this fall!!

So happy for you KT & B!  Love you guys!  Oh and just to give you fair warning.. I’m going to spoil the heck out of the little one!

New Woman

Hello my lovelies!  I’ve just returned from my relaxing, rejuvenating spa weekend in the mountains and I feel like a new woman. 

Apparently some others noticed it too…

This weekend I heard “I love you!” and “Will you marry me?”

From complete strangers.

Both women.

Sigh…

There’s always a catch, isn’t there?

Remember When?

The smallest things can trigger some of the best memories.  Take my feet today for example.  It was a very long day in heels and when I finally put on my slippers, my feet were aching.

BUT

It reminded me of how I used to feel after working the commencement ceremonies in college.  [My college job was working at our campus auditorium.]  I loved that job.  Not only did I get paid to see Broadway, ballet, comedy,and opera.. I worked with some amazingly special people. 

I love you all! And after working God knows how many RENT shows together, I think this is only fitting…

Dedicated to the polyester pack…