Flight 5335 to Cootietown

Ug.  I'm sick.  Our wonderful weekend came with an unwelcome ending of a flight of germs that ended up liking our immune systems.  Like good doobies, the honey and I got up per the norm Monday morning, cleansed our bodies and swept the cobwebs from our groggy, congested heads to go to work.  Hi-ho, hi-ho... no-go.

He's a trooper and pulled out a full day.  I, on the other hand, went home at 11:30, lol.  Between the boogers, vertigo and body aches (and the guilt of having just brought more germs into a hospital), I packed up and headed home to indulge in a large dose of NyQuil and slip into a couch coma.  Ahhh, Couch, my old friend... are you happy to see me back early again on Tuesday?  Yup, I'm home today, too.  I stuck it out til noon, but again, the boogers, coughing, and runny eyes (don't forget the side of hospital guilt), caused me to sling my bag over an achy shoulder and head back to Couch.  Why is it that nursing a cold is always better on Couch?  With a ginger ale by your side, slipping in and out of sleep with the TV watching you... that's the best.  I'm taking advantage of my half day at home before heading to Couch this time.  The laundry's laundering, dishes are soaking, and blog has been blogged... even if it's a boring, silly one. 

I'm trying to keep positive, regardless of that sick-o who gave me this nasty bug on the way to ATL.  My good Karma take on the Cootie Flight?  Being reminded of how comforting Couch feels on a sick day.  Come here Henry... let's take a nap :)

Semper Paratus!!!

What a great weekend we had at the Honey's college reunion at the US Coast Guard Academy!  From the gorgeous coastal location to the hours of laughs we shared; it was just great.  Originally being from New England I was a little embarrassed to say that I had never been to Connecticut... driven through it, but never stopped by to check it out.  What a beautiful place!  I only got to see a thimble worth of the sights, but if you've never been to Mystic for a leisurely stroll, then go.  On a more important note....

I am absolutely in awe of the people I was introduced to this weekend.  I have never met a more extraordinary and successful group of men and women in my life.  The Commandant of the USCG was even there... which also gave me my first up close look at the Secret Service!  I never knew just how intense of an education and training these guys (and gals) get being in the Academy.  Impassioned and disciplined, all of the graduates have fantastic positions and careers with major companies, the government, or their own business.  It was truly inspiring to see so much talent and intelligence, combined with humility and consideration for each other, in one room.  The brotherhood and sense of family they showed was all-consuming, and I was brought to tears a few times over the expressions on their faces as they saw each other for the first time in years... some as many as 30.  It was like the time washed away and they fell right back into place with each other; hugging, laughing and a few jabs to the arm.

My recommendation, as an outsider given the opportunity to be a part of the USCGA family...  if your kids are thinking of a branch of the military, and they have the smarts and the drive, make the USCG Academy #1 on their list.  There's no doubt they will be the best of the best, with a very bright future ahead of them.

Thank you, Matt, for an amazing weekend and experience.  SEMPER PARATUS!!!

New beginnings!

New look, new name... for my blog not me! 

Since I've fallen over the 'edge' of 40, I figured it was time for an update on here to reflect what it is that I'm always yammering about.  And it's life... love... and everything else I can fit in the pot.  I'm still on a daily trek of discovering who I am, what I want in life and how to find it... and why it's ever changing, lol.  But that's a good thing!  Change is good!  Change is progression!  And progression makes us better people!  Yep, progression, confusion, and the occasional piece of chocolate :)

I've also decided to make this blog more public than before, so share away!  I'd love to see communication & feedback on my posts.  Agree, disagree, or share a something story - kibitzing and chatter are most welcome!