LIKE ONLY A MOTHER CAN

My sister and I took our mom out for a belated Mother's Day breakfast this morning. Nothin' like a little girl talk over a Rooty Tooty Fresh and Fruity on a Thursday morning!

The card I bought for Mom this year says it all . . .

It wasn't until I got to college that I realized how important her daily encouragement was to my life. I'll admit, it was an adjustment to not wake up to a wonderful pep talk each day. She was theeeee best at building me up.

My mom truly made me feel like I was the smartest, most capable girl she knew (still does). Her constant vote of confidence went a long way toward helping me believe in myself.

I've been able to succeed in several areas of life. Thanks "Jude" . . . I owe that to you!

*sniff* SO LONG, STARS HOLLOW

Please pass the tissue.

Sadly, last night marked the end of an era. I can't bear the thought BUT they actually aired the final episode of Gilmore Girls. This has consistently been one of my favorite shows from the beginning. I don't remember how I first happened upon this WB (CW) offering but I do know that, at first, I assumed that it was some fluffy, mindless, "teen" series.

I was wrong.

This show had some of theeeeee most clever, break-neck-speed dialogue on prime time TV. The characters were colorful and fun. I'll miss the quirkiness of this mythical Connecticut town. (Can't tell you how often the "Pollyanna" in me has wished that I lived there.)

I'll hate not being able to follow the entertaining exploits of the various odd characters...Paris, Sookie, Kirk, Lane, Miss Patty and Michele.

I'll even miss the love/hate relationship that I've had with the yuppie Logan Huntzberger! He's actually grown on me through the years.

I can't belieeeeeeve that I'll have to miss out on the deliciously uncomfortable Friday night dinners with the Gilmores . (In my opinion, the character of Emily Gilmore was the greatest on the show!)

It goes without saying that I'll miss Luke and Lorelai MOST of all. Let's face it, they belong together. Always have. Always will. We could see it all along. Why couldn't they?! THE END. :-[

MIGHTY HONCHO 'STACHE

We had a fun Mother's Day weekend together. The highlight of our Saturday was when we experimented with a package of fake mustaches. Best six bucks we've spent in a while.

Needless to say, there was MUCH laughter.

Ian's expressions frighten me the most. I almost hear banjo music in the background when I look at him!

JUST BECAUSE . . .

I mentioned in an earlier post that I'm not necessarily fond of receiving flowers on "predictable" holidays (read here). However...duh...I'm a girl...of course I love flowers!

I had a wonderful surprise on a very ordinary, ho-hum Friday afternoon today.


David had TWO DOZEN ROSES delivered to me.


No reason -- just love.

(Trust me--the camera phone picture in NO way does them justice.
They're gorgeous.)

REMEMBER TRYING TO CATCH THE BEGINNING OF A SONG AND HOPING THE DJ WOULDN'T TALK OVER IT?!

I'm reading a witty book right now -- Love Is a Mix Tape: Life and Loss, One Song at a Time by Rob Sheffield (a well-known rock critic and journalist). The book is basically a clever memoir of sorts. He looks back on his relationship with his "one special love" by reminiscing about 15 different mix tapes that they shared throughout various stages of their relationship.

I think most of us (especially children of the 80s and 90s) can relate to the mix tape phenomenon. Often times, a really good mix tape was better than any love letter. Mix tapes also came in handy when trying to handle the angst of a teenage break-up...the ultimate in tragedy!

I'll admit, I've not compiled or listened to a "love" mix tape in years and years. However, I suppose that my iTunes playlists are the ultimate modern form of a mix tape, huh?!

I mostly throw together upbeat playlists to serve as my background, inspiration and distraction while working out. Tonight, as I pushed through 30 minutes of strong (albeit it much resented!) cardio, I enjoyed this eclectic mix of butt-kickin' tunage:

There and Back Again -- Daughtry

(Gets my blood goin'. The cd is worth it for this song alone!)

Fully Alive -- Flyleaf

(A group that I'm really into right now. Hard music but delivered by a sweet, female voice.)

I Am -- Johnny Lang

(An old tune from one of my favorites. I have to sing out loud to this one.)

What Goes Around Comes Around -- Justin Timberlake

(Great songwriting. Infectious and hooky.)

Bones -- Little Big Town

(Love this song. Reminds me of an old Fleetwood Mac tune. Haunting.)

Home -- Marc Broussard

(I never get tired of this one! Makes me wish I was on a bus, headin' to the Bayou.)

The Kill -- 30 Seconds to Mars

(intense, intense song. perfect for workin' out)

Never Alone -- Barlow Girl

(Reminds me a lot of an Evanescence song. I'm also forced to huff and puff and sing along with this one.)