Next Stop ......

I'm off on my next adventure.
Can you guess where work has me going this time?
Here's a hint.....

Late Nights of the Sleepless Wander

Late nights, time passed by filling it with endless journeys never actually leaving the comfort of my bed. Cuddled up under the warmth of a big cozy blanket. The only part of my body left unprotected by the warmth is my head, which is laid upon a pile of pillows. A fan circles frantically above, ironically results in gentle wafts of air down upon me. Ever so softly working the strands of hair tucked from behind my ear, tickling my cheek as they are blown past to their final resting place in front of my eyes.

Staring out of the window at the darkened pasture. Moonlight peers threw the trees that rustle in the wind. Their limbs sway back and forth almost acting like a pendulum put into motion hypnotizing its audience.

The stage is set. Never can you put a pattern to your thoughts that will lead you to your journeys. Sometimes they are to the past, while others are just of the days events. Still some, though not yet happened, could be viewed as fantasies being worked out so one day they may become reality.

It’s only moments away, your mind will be leaving from your awareness of happenings outside your window to thoughts that begin to draw back the curtains leading you on your nightly quest. Where might tonight’s take you?

Reality Check….

* Can you lend a shoulder to a person going through a rough time if you didn’t like them in the past?

* Are you too concerned with what is on the other side of the fence that you do not see what is right in front of you?

* Do you set standards for others that you have no intention of following?

* Have you found your treasure, but set it aside for fools’ gold?

* Is it ever just black and white?

* Do you realize your own actions are what can make someone better than you?

* Have you ever proven to yourself you can accomplish something you never thought possible?
Do you remember how that moment made you feel?

* If you don’t know what you really want how can anyone else?

* Are you so scared to get hurt that you do not realize by blocking out the possibilities of pain you also block out the joy?

* Will you hold on to something when you should be letting it go?

* How many friends can you say that make you laugh when all you want to do is cry?

* Do you say you want something so desperately, but your actions portray a different story?

* Is there ever a time in life where you can truly put into words exactly how you feel?

* Do you cherish people in your life that you don’t have to say anything at all and they know what you are thinking?

* Are you prepared for the history you write today?

* Have you ever done something crazy just to say you did it?

* When you’re done playing, will it be your turn to be played?

* Should I continue???

The Hotel

Inside the Hotel they actually have waterfalls that flow into a lake and boats you can ride to take you to all the restaurants. (The lobby rises 100 feet with live palm trees, and exotic birds inside.)

Walking around outside the colors are so bright I can't wait to get a moment to take more pictures.
The view from the balcony is unreal. I could get used to this.....

California Girl

I was sent to CA for work this week. After a lay over in Denver CO, I was placed on this puddle jumper that sat 24 people. Needles to say, with already traveling 6 hours on one plane, a 1 hour lay over and given a new meaning for cramped quarters (on a plane I wasn't so certain was big enough to hold all 24 people including 4 crying kids and still get off the ground), with 2 hours still to travel, the above picture needs no further explanation.
Landing in Plam Springs, California I was amazed at the view outside my window. Watch out Cali there's a new girl in town!! :)

Fairy Tale....

You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince….. Pucker up!

Life....

In the morning the sun rises casting soothing rays of light on two strangers faces. A smile crosses their lips as they become gently drawn into each other’s eyes.

By the afternoon the sun has moved swiftly across the sky high above the trees, moving ever so much closer to the horizon. The two still drawn together have made an unspoken promise to cherish each other’s presence. Each one feeling that the other is as precious as the light that is slowly fading.

One stretches their arm out to reach for the other’s hand as the sky turns to darkness. Heart pounding loudly in their chest as if trying to beat it’s way to freedom. Breathless, the lone person turns frantically trying to find light through the darkness in hopes to locate the out stretched hand.

Night has set. Just as reality seeps in to awaken one from their sleepless nights only to see the lonely darkness surrounding them.

Was this just a dream?

Journey to a New World

The world can look so different just by opening yourself to new perspectives. Can you stray from your comfort zone and look at things from all sides just to get another point of view?

Inside Joke

This is for a friend who is "a zillion" miles away and in the cold weather. Thought this might help bring a smile to you on a Monday morning! Remember next time you are in charge of the keys... :)

Hold Back

A home where all were welcome by open doors. Presented like an outstretched hand; warm, compassionate, giving of everything without looking ahead to the possible consequences.
Nothing held back….

Too many have come just to take and never fully giving anything of themselves in return. Now worn and run down. Whole sections of the home completely crumbled only rubble remains. Other areas have had pieces stolen from its walls and floors leaving it’s last remaining support and foundation weak.
Hold back….

Consequences have taken their toll, the home is now closely guarded by blockades to act as it’s own protection so no intruder can harm the last of it’s supporting walls. Left forgotten the wind is the only penetrable visitor. Unaware what is carried on the wind is the soft whispers of a voice. Words, barely audible creep in through the cracks of the blockades becoming more clear the closer they get to their destination. The battered door hung on rusty hinges and is tightly held shut by several locks. The home draws in a depth breath summoning up the last of its remaining strength. Can these words act as keys to open a door considered to be forever closed?
Just hold back….

In my thoughts

We live most of our lives in our thoughts. Memories act as direct journeys back to points of time. Whether they are good, bad or indifferent you travel to these places the same way. You may hear a song, smell a fragrance, see an object or person that instantly trigger your thoughts to take you away from the present and into your own world. Frozen by your thoughts, your body is still, your face is expressionless, but your eyes tell your story.

Views

Some radiate with their beauty displaying it for the entire world to see.

Others hide it like a carefully guarded secret, so not to draw any attention at all, only showing what they would rather the world to see. Not ever really realizing or admitting how exquisite they truly are.

There are the outsiders passing by, few rarely taking time for a closer look. Then there are those that have the ability to recognize when they catch even just a glimpse of hidden beauty. Having that talent is a gift almost like being given a all access pass to enter a world that a select few are fortunate enough to see.

Urban hideaway

Everyone needs their own place to go to step away from reality.

New Growth

It's strange how something as simple as a date could hold so much meaning. Looking back today at where I could have been verses where I actually landed is almost mind boggling. The reflection of the person of whom I once was has almost become a figment of my imagination; replaced by a blank canvas of endless possibilities.

Run

When you finally decide to stop will there be anyone left waiting?

"Tagged"

I got “tagged” by Anjaan the other day, while I know I can’t top his list I’m going to attempt to at least complete this task. Normally, I would not do the whole chain mail thing this one I figured I could put a twist on. While I’m not going to tag other people I’ll put the rules out so you’ll know what they are. (Even though I’m not really going to follow them.)

The Rules of the game are:
1. The tagged victim has to come up with 8 different points of their perfect lover.
2. You need to mention the sex of the target.
3. Tag 8 victims to join this game and leave a comment on their comments saying they’ve been tagged.
4. If tagged the 2nd time, there’s no need to post again.

Here’s the part where I make this thing mine. I know it really doesn’t matter to anyone else what I want in a “perfect lover”, nor do I necessarily believe that he is out there. I’ve decided this was a good day to help out the guy friends in my life who are looking for a lady. So men read carefully, I’m about to give you tips on at least 8 closely guarded secrets of what most women want.

1. A true Gentleman – Chivalry is not dead! The only excuse not to open a door for a lady is your arms are broke. Yes, this may be old fashioned, but people like the classics, think of it this way…. “new” Coke didn’t last long at ALL for a reason! Be respectful and kind, no matter whom maybe around. Look into her eyes to find out who she really is; you wouldn’t believe how close that is to her heart. Those guys that remember this will truly stand out and they don’t go unnoticed.

2. A Friend – A guy they can laugh with and talk to. You’re never too old to laugh at yourself or make someone else laugh. Most guys fear the dreaded “girl talk”, those that have mastered it know that women HAVE to talk things out. This point also will help in disagreements; it will lead to a much faster making up process.

3. Compliments – If you are thinking about her tell her. A lady doesn’t get tired of hearing sweet things even if it’s the same ones over and over again. That’s why they are called “sweet”. And Yes, for those of you who say “she already knows how I feel”, women like to be reminded, it’s a sort of check and balance thing.

4. Patience – Lord knows if you are going to be with any woman for any amount of time you are going to need this. We do thing COMPLETELY different than guys, get used to it.

5. Love – Everything about her. When I say this I think back to someone in my past that looked at me when I was really sick, hair all messy cause I had been laying down all day and told me how beautiful I was. Someone who can make a lady feel special is something that a woman never forgets.

6. Respect – Words are easy to speak, but one of the things in life that can’t be taken back. Keep that in mind the next time you speak to the one you care about.

7. Someone who appreciates the little things in life - Long walks, reading the Sunday paper in bed, football games, hanging out with friends, late night movies, family, rainy days, soft kisses, warm hugs, laughing so hard you cry, holding the one you love tightly in your arms and in return being held. (Just to name a few of my favorites.)

8. Honesty – A man who is not afraid to be himself and most importantly someone who you can trust.

I think all these and MORE are very much the responsibility of both people when you are in a relationship, with the exception of chivalry, to make it a lasting one! SO there you have it my thought on the subject. Anjaan, task completed.

My Man

It was hard for me to trade in my Toyota 4 Runner (A.K.A. “ My girl”). I really had no complaints other than I really did not like the radio in it and she was 6 years old. I set out to find a new truck that would capture my heart like she did. After many weeks of looking and reading reviews I came home with a new truck. Keep in mind that I can’t replace my girl …. I want you all to meet the new man in my life…….. My “Little Monster”.


Huge smiles go to my sister for making my parking sign as a surprise for me. Thanks seester!!

Ripley's

This is going to be one of those posts that only 3 people will get. To those people this one’s for YOU…… and yes, the key is in both pictures look carefully.

Hidden Treasures

Choices

Have you ever noticed that some of your daily choices look the same, just with a bit of a twist?