Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Poor decision health-wise
I decided I needed a massage on Friday. Unfortunately, I requested a deep tissue massage and now I am paying for it. The massotherapist worked too hard on my lower back and I have been walking stiffly and moving carefully ever since I got home from the massage. I went to a Reiki practitioner today and she worked on me for about half an hour. I feel better in some respects. I always feel calmer after a reiki treatment. The reiki practitioner thinks I might have a pinched nerve. I hope it gets un-pinched soon. Four days of using a heating pad and moving gingerly is enough for me. Next time no deep tissue. Surface massage only!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Fairy Jewelry
On Saturday I attended a delightful class for making fairy jewelry. It was held at a spiritual center on the east side of Cleveland known as Laughing Creek. I initially thought it was really far away because it was on the east side. To me, anything on the east side is really far away. I have a history of getting lost just about any time I go to or past MLK Drive. The traffic is ....well, trafficky and I don't like traffic. I like living in a world where everything goes my way, I have no inconveniences and everyone is kind to me.
Back to the jewelry event. The setting was in an enchanting bookstore which had a view of the laughing creek. There was a small waterfall right outside the windows and a large deck. Maybe some future classes will be held on the deck! We were given our choice of kits containing different kinds of stones. The charm ornaments were all the same, though. We could also supplement our kits with other glass beads, crystals and stones.
I have had some experience with making jewelry before so I did not need much oversight. It seemed that the other women were first timers so they took longer to finish their bracelets.
It was amazing to see how unique our work was to each of us. Different stones appealed to each of us and though we all had the same charms, we incorporated them into the bracelet in different ways. One of the charms was a large filigree star. It was so pretty to look at. It can be used on its own or closed around a stone to act as a holder. I wanted to leave it as it was but when I wore the bracelet, the large star kept stabbing me in the wrist. I had a small stone I liked which I tried to fit to another filigree holder, but that holder was too small. I still had to use super glue to keep the stone in the holder as the stone had uneven sides. I chose light pink pearly beads for my bracelet and accented them with glass beads which had green and pink stripes on them. They reminded me of stick candy.
Since I finished before the rest of the class, I browsed the bookstore. I ended up purchasing two stones there, along with 4 books. It is dangerous for me to be around books. I love to read and learn about new things. These books were about the Gospel of Mary, astrological matters pertaining to the past and future and a book about fairies. I believe in fairies. I really like to just stay in my home, though, so I don't see them very often. The book "Fairies 101" by Doreen Virtue taught about the different types of fairies that there are. The kind that help out in your house are male, though. I'm not big on having guys in my house, even if they are fairies. My cat and I are female and we like having a "Girls Only" life. Anyway, I lost an earring last week and I asked the fairies to help me find it. The book said that fairies love sweets, especially chocolate. I put out a chocolate truffle and asked that I find the earring. We'll see what happens.
Back to the jewelry event. The setting was in an enchanting bookstore which had a view of the laughing creek. There was a small waterfall right outside the windows and a large deck. Maybe some future classes will be held on the deck! We were given our choice of kits containing different kinds of stones. The charm ornaments were all the same, though. We could also supplement our kits with other glass beads, crystals and stones.
I have had some experience with making jewelry before so I did not need much oversight. It seemed that the other women were first timers so they took longer to finish their bracelets.
It was amazing to see how unique our work was to each of us. Different stones appealed to each of us and though we all had the same charms, we incorporated them into the bracelet in different ways. One of the charms was a large filigree star. It was so pretty to look at. It can be used on its own or closed around a stone to act as a holder. I wanted to leave it as it was but when I wore the bracelet, the large star kept stabbing me in the wrist. I had a small stone I liked which I tried to fit to another filigree holder, but that holder was too small. I still had to use super glue to keep the stone in the holder as the stone had uneven sides. I chose light pink pearly beads for my bracelet and accented them with glass beads which had green and pink stripes on them. They reminded me of stick candy.
Since I finished before the rest of the class, I browsed the bookstore. I ended up purchasing two stones there, along with 4 books. It is dangerous for me to be around books. I love to read and learn about new things. These books were about the Gospel of Mary, astrological matters pertaining to the past and future and a book about fairies. I believe in fairies. I really like to just stay in my home, though, so I don't see them very often. The book "Fairies 101" by Doreen Virtue taught about the different types of fairies that there are. The kind that help out in your house are male, though. I'm not big on having guys in my house, even if they are fairies. My cat and I are female and we like having a "Girls Only" life. Anyway, I lost an earring last week and I asked the fairies to help me find it. The book said that fairies love sweets, especially chocolate. I put out a chocolate truffle and asked that I find the earring. We'll see what happens.
"Repentance" for lusting
Well, I'm not really repenting for lusting because that part was fun. It was having to return three beautiful pairs of shoes that I'm sorry about!
I went back to DSW yesterday. Fortunately, I was able to receive full store credit for the shoes even though I could not find my receipt. I was able to find three other pairs of shoes and still had about $3 left on my gift card.
I purchased a pair of sandles -- the sturdy kind that you can go hiking in if you want. They seem really comfortable. I also purchased a pair of black suede clogs. I have been wanting black clogs for a while. I have a pair I found in North Carolina about 5 years ago but they are a yellowish brown so they don't match my clothes very much.
The third pair of shoes I found are brown heels. They, too, are suede. Here's a fashion question: is suede ok to wear year round? It seems to warm to wear in the summer, but the way fashion matters are handled nowadays, it doesn't seem like there are very many rules anymore. Comments?
I still need a pair of black dress shoes. There was a nice suede pair at DSW, but they weren't my size. I think I need to check out the store they have at Great Northern. I have to get a couple of heel inserts for the brown heels as they are just a little big.
I went back to DSW yesterday. Fortunately, I was able to receive full store credit for the shoes even though I could not find my receipt. I was able to find three other pairs of shoes and still had about $3 left on my gift card.
I purchased a pair of sandles -- the sturdy kind that you can go hiking in if you want. They seem really comfortable. I also purchased a pair of black suede clogs. I have been wanting black clogs for a while. I have a pair I found in North Carolina about 5 years ago but they are a yellowish brown so they don't match my clothes very much.
The third pair of shoes I found are brown heels. They, too, are suede. Here's a fashion question: is suede ok to wear year round? It seems to warm to wear in the summer, but the way fashion matters are handled nowadays, it doesn't seem like there are very many rules anymore. Comments?
I still need a pair of black dress shoes. There was a nice suede pair at DSW, but they weren't my size. I think I need to check out the store they have at Great Northern. I have to get a couple of heel inserts for the brown heels as they are just a little big.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Lusting -- It gets you in trouble!
Well, I had an interesting experience on Saturday. I was at CC Salon & Spa where I get my nails done by Chelsea Stash. I decided to head across the street to Crocker Park and visit the MAC store for a new lipstick or lipglass. After purchasing Lychee Luxe (the name of the color I chose) I left to go home. As I walked down the street toward my car I noticed DSW across the street. I decided to check it out. I usually HATE to shop because I have trouble finding clothes and accessories that fit me. I am a full figured woman and the world does not cater to us very much. Unfortunately, I have always been a little bigger than most -- even when I was skinny. I have broad shoulders, an hourglass figure and wide feet with a high arch. This means most jackets don't fit my shoulders, my jeans gap in the back if they fit everywhere else and my shoes are either too tight or too lose. Did I mentioned I have large calves? This means I can't wear most boots. If I wear a shoe-boot, it must have a zipper on the side or my high arch would allow the fit. But this day I thought, "I have heard so many people talk about DSW and I am feeling good!" so I walked right in.
I found 4 pairs of shoes that I love. Unfortunately, the ones I most lusted after turned out to be too small. Did I let this stop me? No! They were in the clearance section and the proper size was not available. I was going to look like a million bucks so I worn them outside, effectively rendering them unable to be returned. Now that I have worn them twice, I have decided to retire them. They are too gorgeous to get rid of, so I think I will make them bookshelf ornaments. I did that with a patent leather pump when I lost one shoe. It looks cute sitting on my shelf holding my cat's catnip. Now it will have cousins.
I found 4 pairs of shoes that I love. Unfortunately, the ones I most lusted after turned out to be too small. Did I let this stop me? No! They were in the clearance section and the proper size was not available. I was going to look like a million bucks so I worn them outside, effectively rendering them unable to be returned. Now that I have worn them twice, I have decided to retire them. They are too gorgeous to get rid of, so I think I will make them bookshelf ornaments. I did that with a patent leather pump when I lost one shoe. It looks cute sitting on my shelf holding my cat's catnip. Now it will have cousins.
Monday, March 16, 2009
I miss what could have been....
I'm kind of sad right now. This Facebook experience (still only several days old for me) has been a good experience thus far. I'm seeing how much I missed after leaving my church back in 2004. I left because the pastor was preaching a message against 12 step principles. I don't think it was intended in a bad way. I don't think the pastor has personally been involved in a 12 step group and he was teaching from what he knew. It's just that I have grown up with being told what to think and believe by my father and I don't respond very well when someone speaks out against something that is working for me. I felt that it was too conflicting for me to attend a church that was speaking against something that was very real and good in my life, so I left.
I did what I thought was best. I am trying to accept my path in life as that which my Higher Power has put me on and is walking with me. I'm sad now, though. I was looking through a friend's pictures on Facebook and seeing the various theatre productions he has been in which I have missed makes me miss my old church family. What really sucks is that there was a church split in 1996 and many of my close friends stayed with the denomination and I and my husband stayed with the church which left the denomination. This contributed to the difficulties I experienced in my marriage because I didn't have the same support group I had before. No one did anything wrong. I accept responsibility for my choices. It's only that hindsight is 20/20.
Recently (within the past year or 2, I believe) there was another church split. It appears that almost all of my former friends and acquaintances are now gone from my old church. I visited the church yesterday and saw only a handful of people I knew. This could be a good thing for me -- participating in a church that is having a new start. I miss my old friends, though.
I did what I thought was best. I am trying to accept my path in life as that which my Higher Power has put me on and is walking with me. I'm sad now, though. I was looking through a friend's pictures on Facebook and seeing the various theatre productions he has been in which I have missed makes me miss my old church family. What really sucks is that there was a church split in 1996 and many of my close friends stayed with the denomination and I and my husband stayed with the church which left the denomination. This contributed to the difficulties I experienced in my marriage because I didn't have the same support group I had before. No one did anything wrong. I accept responsibility for my choices. It's only that hindsight is 20/20.
Recently (within the past year or 2, I believe) there was another church split. It appears that almost all of my former friends and acquaintances are now gone from my old church. I visited the church yesterday and saw only a handful of people I knew. This could be a good thing for me -- participating in a church that is having a new start. I miss my old friends, though.
Friday, March 13, 2009
I just joined Facebook
I'm excited about being a part of this community. It's fun to see how many of my friends are a part of this. I don't like the fact that there is no place to have a blog. At least I don't see where it is. I was hoping to consolidate my blogs with my Facebook page.
I put up a bunch of pictures from when I was little. I don't have many pics of me as an adult. I have to go to my brother and see what he has in the archives.
I've been working so much on my Facebook page today that I have "pooped out" so to speak. I can't think anymore so I'm going to go home.
Later!
I put up a bunch of pictures from when I was little. I don't have many pics of me as an adult. I have to go to my brother and see what he has in the archives.
I've been working so much on my Facebook page today that I have "pooped out" so to speak. I can't think anymore so I'm going to go home.
Later!
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