Power of Thought

Wow, when you set your mind to it, it happens!

Yesterday I went on a job interview, well sort of. I saw an ad in the paper for a part time floral designer and made myself call. I went over to the place and actually filled out an application. I had a very good feeling when I walked in. There on the wall was a plaque from the Lexi Kazian Foundation. My prayers were answered. Love that Lexi! That florist does all the flowers for my nephews foundation! I thought it sounded familiar. Cool! Anyway that broke the ice with the gal and I was asked to come back on Monday. Now, I have to figure out how I can get the job and if it would work. Didn't talk about money and when. Just thought I'd let them tell me.

Anyway, I have to put together a floral bouquet for them at 9:30 Monday morning! I better get cooking and figure out how to do that!

The power of thought.................it works!

Working Hard, but gotta make a change

Back to work today and I have to say that I worked like a dog. For the past 24 years I have been self employed. Working as an interior house painter. It's getting rough going up and down those stairs day in and day out. Haling materials and equipment, slapping up paint, sucking up fumes and at the same time creating a master piece for people. They all love me! Just how can I move on to another career when I love this one so much. I need to find something that isn't so painful after the days done

I also started a diet this weekend. I have been feeling really bad and thought that its about time to get serious about my weight and my health. I am not getting any younger and it's not getting any easier as I got older. So, I have cut out coffee, chocolate, cheese and anything that's too spicy and full of fat. We shall see how far this takes me. Maybe a change in my diet will help me with my new career.

Oh yeah, yesterday I picked up the Spanish lessons on CD so that I can start learning to speak another language! Now I need to get going on learning!

What a weird winter

Woke up today and there was a dusting of snow on the ground. Here it is mid January in usually blistery cold Chicago area and its no where near the temp or conditions we usually have this time of year. No complaints, cause I like the fact that I don't have to shovel my driveway or bundle up like an Eskimo.

I am anxiously awaiting the start of spring so I can get my garden going. Nothing like the colors of spring. I also need more subjects for my watercolors. Although, I have yet to take any winter scene pictures. So, maybe there is a major snow storm still in store for the midwest at some point this season.

Life after 50

Yep, I turned 50 last July 27th and the world took a complete 180 degree change. Well, I can't say that drastic, but I sure have been feeling different since then.

Got all kinds of things going on in my head that I didn't have when I was 49.

Like for example, I want to learn to speak another language. How can knowing only one language be enough. Looks like I will start learning to speak some Spanish as soon as I get a book and a cd on it. I don't really need to know it well, just want to be able to know what all those people are saying in the Wal-Mart!