Happy Hour Chatter

Blaine came for supper tonight.  Words cannot express how much I love this young man.  The talks we have absolutely astound me.  Blaine recognizes his disability but doesn't use it as a crutch or excuse.  He never has, nor been raised or allowed to.   Tonight he said, "Why?  It doesn't get me anywhere.  The people at work don't care,  the coaches and athletes (UJ) all look past it, and you guys (family), love me no matter what."   Can you say WoW!!? Blaine knows what had work is all about.  He knows the difference between needs ansmd wants, and knows that hard work affords him the "wants" in life.   He's prideful of the work he does in the gym, and also with the UJ.  He recognizes that not everyone is as "lucky" as he is.   Again...Wow! I'm proud of each of my nieces and nephews, and love them all for the people they've become.  But it's no secret that Blaine holds a special place in my life and ...

I'm not enjoying this cool, cloudy Labor Day.   Although I'm indoors doing things like updating my yoga schedule, washing clothes, doing mundane chores...I'd rather be outdoors biking and enjoying an adult beverage while basking in the sun.   Dream on, Sherry.  So, instead, I'm indoors.  I guess it's not all that bad.  I am getting a chance to do some things that I won't have time to do later this week.  I'm hosting a Traveling Vineyard wine tasting party next Saturday, the 10th.  I've always wanted to host one but never had the room to do so.  It should be a good time.  We get to share food, conversation and most importantly - taste new wines.  Hoorah! September is a busy month for me.  I just added 2 special classes for September only.  They're really a test to see if I could make them in to monthly offerings.  I had promised myself that I'd start to slow down a little bit, but I'm having a difficult time...