Checking Off Two More Items!!

I went on my first cruise to Cozumel, Mexico and swam in the pool on the cruise ship. And swam with dolphins in Cozumel. The dolphins were gentle and beautiful, and we got to hug them, kiss them, and hold their fins and swim with them! It was wonderful! I didn't buy any pics though because I couldn't afford the price of $29 per pic! That was ok though because I didn't like any of the pics of myself anyway. I ate so much on the cruise that I gained back every pound that I had lost, so now I'm starting again to try to reach my ideal weight! I need to lose at least 30 pounds in a little more than 5 months! Time to start hitting the gym again!

Got a Fantastic Facial!!

I gave myself a wonderful spa day that included a wrap, massage, facial, and hand treatment! I also got a wonderful lunch as part of the day! It was pure bliss! A day to get some much needed rest and relaxation! I spent the day at Belladonna here in Tyler and I highly recommend it! The staff is very nice and do everything they can to ensure you are completely comfortable. I was even given the choice between a mimosa or a glass of wine! I'm not a big wine drinker, or a drinker at all for that matter, and it was still fairly early in the day. So, I got the mimosa, which was my first drink in about 5 years! It was good!!

Making Some Changes...

With all that has been going on in my life - getting divorced, moving back in with my parents, and being broke most of the time - I've been contemplating whether or not I can handle continuiung this project. I really hate to quit things, but I am a realist and I know I won't have the time or money to do everything this year that I'd hoped to do. Especially since the year is half over and I'm not even halfway done.

When I told one of my friends about the list, she asked why I wasn't doing 40 things since I was turning 40. Now, why didn't I think of that?!

So, I'm going to knock a few items off my list that I don't think are going to be possible this year and then I can continue without it being yet another source of stress in my life. :)

Halfway to Officially Volunteering for Hospice!

Well, I've gone through the application and orientation processes. So, after I return from my cruise in a month, I'll be assigned a family to work with. I was glad to hear that it is pretty much what I hoped it would be - that the focus isn't on the end of life, but making it as good as it can be while they are still living. I'm really hoping that it will help me not to have such a strong fear of dying.

I've Found Some Great Web Sites for Women!

The First is Brave Heart Women and lots of famous ladies are involved:


Check out my Braveheart Woman profile

Another is SocialJane.com. I'm always looking to make new friends and this is a great site for that!

Taking a Break from Drawings

I'm finding myself quite tight financially, so I can't afford any extras, at least for awhile. I know you will all understand and the purpose of the drawing was to increase the number of followers, which doesn't seem to be working.

I plan to start the drawings again in the fall, but I will probably make some changes to reward solely for referring new followers. Thanks for hanging in with me!

June 1st Winner!!

Congratulations, Dana!! This time I'm giving away a fun game called Reminiscing in celebration of summer!! It's all about remembering summers past! I hope you enjoy it!