seven weeks

Seven weeks since i last got weighed and measured...and well this is what has disappeared...not my best achievement but better than nothing:

• 4cm off my chest
• 5cm off my wasit
• 3.2cm off my hips
• 7.5cm off each of my thighs
• 3cm off each of my arms
• and 2.4 kg over all
  

Yes i'm please and happy...suit fitting this Thursday afternoon...hopefully they have the one i want.

Dreamin' now.....or is it time for reality to set in??

We've only got this time to prove
That together we can make it through
I'll never hide my thoughts from you
You're my deepest blue

If temptation ever came my way
I know the words I'd always say
I'll never hide my love from you
You're my deepest blue

Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer....

I hear this song...it takes me back to a moment in time...a moment in time where there was confidence...there was no fear...no holding back...just a surging forward...experiencing, experimenting and trying new and different things...but what happened...it all disappeared over the next four - five years...now i'm slowly rebuilding and becoming a person who doesn't hold back...someone who surges forward and anticipates and gets excited about new and exciting things...there is fear still...and yes there's still some hesitation...and the confidence...it's there hiding waiting to burst out like the monsoon rains after a time of drought.

...Then I soar like a bird in the wind
Oh I glide as I'm flying through heaven.

Me, amore don't you know
my love I want you so
Sugar you make my soul complete
Rapture tastes so sweet...

We journey on and on through life...each on our journey and adventure...striving to be the best we can and achieve our dreams, aspirations...sometimes with little thought...other times with lots of thought. I received this quote today..."Whatever you do, do it with all your might. Work at it, early and late, in season and out of season, not leaving a stone unturned, and neve deferring for a single hour that which can be done just as well now. - P.T. Barnum"

pssst.... 9 more sleeps!

music....the pathway to the soul

So I been thinking and reflecting...I love my music...so much so that I'm really wanting to get into playing the piano...it's one way I can express myself and expose my feelings...emotions and amazingly even what's on my mind.

It's amazing how music can effect how we feel about a situation and even how we react to a situation. It's so much the pathway to the soul to our inner selves.

Music can enhance a romantic moment, bring a tear to your eye, make you smiles and sometimes even laugh.

I say enjoy your music...let it reveal and show your true soul.

crossroads and mistakes

Sometimes in life we are at a crossroads where we don't know which way to turn...we are left with options and we don't know which one to choose...sometimes we should just choose the one that's best for us...but then we feel committed to where we are at and don't want to let that go...but eventually we need to make the decision or in some cases the decision is made for us.

We all make mistakes...sometimes we hang onto those mistakes and don't let go...we can apologise all we like and try to make things us but until we actually let go and leave those mistakes in the past we can't move forward...as someone once told me...it's like trying to drive forward while constantly looking in the rear vision mirror...so we should let those mistakes go and journey on forward...just don't make the same mistake again.

Journey on forward, journey on strong. Keep your eyes ever looking toward your goals, aspirations and what you want to achieve. Always keep your heart mind and soul focussed on these things and they in time will truly become real!

meandering thoughts...i wanted to get these down somewhere

A passing glance...a casual smile...a brief hello and exchange of dialogue...why is it that i smile say hello then look away...i feel embarassed...i laugh and giggle like a child...is it because i wish for more...or is it that i want to explore and get to know...spend more time than just a passing glance, casual smile or brief exchange of dialogue. I'm too shy to ask...too scared to anticipate no for an answer...someday i will find that confidence and ability deep inside of me...here's hoping it's sooner rather than later. Here's hoping you might discover this and then get in touch.

Billy, Parents and the rain....

So last Friday I set off in my lovely Vectra for the three hour drive to Sydney...so off I set with some tunes in the CD player and a full tank of fuel. A few hours later after getting lost twice I finally arrived at the parking station. Walked the two blocks with my Mum down to the lovely apartments at Break Free on George. It was at this time I found out there was some errors with our booking and it had been accidentally cancelled by someone in early May...but God Bless Sandy and the Crew at Traveller's Accommodation who fixed things up in a flash and we were provided with a lovely two bedroom apartment on the 16th floor overlooking George St, the lovely Capitol Theatre and Sydney's Light Rail. Oh and not forgetting the lovely Chocolates, Flowers and card from the Break Free reservations staff.

After an early night Friday night I was up at 6.30am and went for a jog around Darling Harbour through the city, along the fringe of Hyde Park and then back to the hotel. Then it was a rush to get ready and head off through the lovely Sydney traffic to the airport to collect my Aunty and take her, my mum and their friend's Morrie and Judy to the wedding of a Family Friend. I hung around for the church service and was quite amused to discover the intro to Madonna's Confession Tour being played as the recessional...rather interesting.

After this it was a 45minute drive back to the hotel due to the impatient Sydney drivers. I don't get why they need to be first in line every time...just be patient and respect your fellow drivers and things will work out well. After this I had a lovely nap then another drive out to Rockdale to collect my Mum from the wedding.

Saturday evening was the highlight of my weekend...a short stroll across the road to the Capitol Theatre to see Billy Elliot the Musical. Wow!! What a show...I thoroughly enjoyed it and times found it quite emotional to see the encouragement given to Billy as he discovers his true talent and ability. He overcame so many things and developed an amazing amount of confidence as he overcame each obstacle put in his path. This lead me to reflect on the influence and encouragement my parents have had in my life...I'm thankful for all that they've done, their patience, love and care.

Well afterwards I headed to Petersham to catch up with my friend Michael then we headed up to Oxford St for a couple of hours. I must say I had an enjoyable evening and was home in bed by about 3.00 am.

Sunday....was an overcast day...I ended up going to the lovely Chinese Friendship Gardens (pics coming soon)...then back to the hotel for a nap while Mum headed off on the Sydney and Bondi Explorer buses.

Sunday evening we headed down to The Rocks for dinner at Wolfie's Grill...lovely fine dining, beautiful views (despite the rainy weather) then home to watch some Narnia then head to bed ready for the drive back on Monday.

This weekend was tiring yet at the same time relaxing...good to have a couple of extra days off and feel reinvigorated for the future.

Till next time