Monday, August 31, 2009

Flowers are all colors.. a tribute to Art and Creativity

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Call it laziness or creativity and maybe it's a combination of both... but a College Roommate recently reminded me of some of the things I have worn in my life:Kimonos, Crocheted Bras, Biker Jackets... Tee Shirts inside out, several things strung together with Safety Pins etc. Again, I think it's part laziness and part that I often see things and see all the possible ways to wear them. Again not saying I am Arty but it is how art manifest within me. I was recently struck by how important I think it is to allow people to express themselves, be creative and think for themselves, when I saw the video above. Who knows if my boys will be Artists or Politicians or whoever.. For now though, when I asked CJ.. "What color are Flowers?" he laughed and said.. "Mommy, Flowers are all colors." At least today at this very moment he can see all the possibility life offers.... Get out there people and do something that makes your HEART SING with joy...... color outside the lines... wear a Scottish Kilt or big ole Sombrero. Dance people Dance!

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Friday, August 21, 2009

Transitions

Transitions - by William Bridges(noted Psychologist and Personal Change Guru)

The internal and psychological process people go through to come to terms with the new situation.

We Povs are in the middle or in the thick of Transition..........

CJ started PreK this week.
Mason started in the 2 Year old Classroom.
And Mommy is in week two of separation from old role/position with Wachovia.

Let me also say... after some thought.. I am not a huge fan of the term "laid off". While I want to be authentic and say..... yes.. I have been laid off... I do not like the reaction it gets from people. People seem to feel bad for the person laid off.. and I do not like the victim space it can put me in. Yes this is a tough time, yes I got laid off. But I am at choice. I hold the cards on what is next. I think Wachovia/Wells is a great company..... I was simply moving toward a direction/ and position that was not best for me OR the company..... so I am creating the next chapter. Am I a little scared ?.. yes.. OK A LOT SCARED(smile). But what you may not know about me is... I have this thing about FEAR... and I feel it and force myself to push it aside and say.. DUDE Your are not going to hold me back! Am I excited? .. VERY.... am I confident in my skills.. as a lifecoach, training consultant.... YOU BETCHA... so you will not see me write a lot more about my Layoff. The intent of this blog is to document my family life. This is a wild time.... filled with good moments.. and hard moments.. but if CJ and Mason read this 20 years from now I want them to know.. WE POVS are STRONG.... we cry... we laugh.. we are honest.. and WE CREATE OUR LIVES.....and OWN OUR POWER!!!!!!!!!! We know at our core that with God guiding us.. we can do anything!!!!!!! Life is good.. real.. wild... FULL and AWESOME!

And please know this is not a Soapbox. I know times are tough. I know people are struggling. We each have a choice in how we react to things. This is how I choose to react. Am I happy every minute of the day? No. Have I cried A LOT.. yes...and I choose to be excited more than sad. I choose to know that I create my life. That is what is right for me. Enough.

The boys are doing great in their transition. Both seem to like the new environments and experiences. As I watch them leave the safety of what they know and venture into this uncharted territory.. they are teaching me. Their actions say to me...

"Mommy if we can do it.. so can you.....!"


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Monday, August 17, 2009

Cody Joseph's Baptism - August 15th & 16th

Children are a gift from the Lord, a child is a reward from him. Psalm 127:3
Chris and I went home for literally 24 hrs (or so). We visited my home Ronkonkoma, Long Island. It was a quick visit to celebrate Cody Joseph's acceptance into our church. Chris is his godfather! I adore my little Cody. Welcome to the world my sweet, sweet pea! Thank you very much Auntie Lori, Uncle Will, Cousins Ryan and Ben for coming to Charlotte to keep our little boys company. It was a great visit to my first home. And it is great to be back in my new home... our beloved little Pov Nest!




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My inspiration: Thank You NIENIE

I would like to think when faced with adversity.. I am STRONG..... I keep my chin up and believe in my GOD and his power to lead me through it! I'd like to think that ... but I know there are days when I am weak, when I cry ALOT, when I am really afraid, when I am an ugly person, jealous, VAIN, materialistic. Then I remember that I am human and this is my journey and it is beautiful. My job in life is to be and be IMPERFECT and try my best; And to be smart enough to relish all the beautiful gifts I have: a deep love from my husband,my beautiful boys, and a growing relationship/ever evolving with God. I am also lucky to be able to read and witness people who inspire me like NieNie's most recent post.

NieNie is a Mormon Mother who was burned in a horrible accident last year. Expectations for her ability to survive were very low... but she somehow survived. And now she is Living! She has great days... and as she writes hard days.... and reading and looking at this entry I am reminded that truly everything in life... EVERYTHING.. starts from who you are WITHIN and what you believe about life etc.
I am humbled today.... very humble.

See link: http://www.nieniedialogues.blogspot.com

We had an incredible weekend and celebrated my newphew Cody Joseph's Baptism. Will post pictures soon. It was a fantastic weekend back home on Long Island. Albeit brief

Monday, August 10, 2009

Mason Turns Two

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Hello Dear Friends and Readers..... We Povs had a great weekend. The big celebration was for Mason.. who turned the big 2. We celebrated via a joint birthday party for he and his good buddy, Jake( born two days after him). We also invited his Aug 2007 PlayDate Buddies and a few other neighborhood kiddies... Grandma Eileen and Grandpa Bob came to visit and I do not how, but they managed to escape my constant photo taking. We love you guys and thank you for coming. The weekend had its finale at my fave brunch place Pikes. You must go to Pike for Brunch. It is DIVINE.

Back to the parties.... I have had alot of inquiries about the cake..... the birthay cake was made by my latina sister and neighbor Marleney. This girl is truly gifted as a Cake Creator. Hire her today.


Her information is here: marleney.fambrough@westin.com

Also I have to give a shout out to another professional... Amber G is the best photographer I have seen in a long time. She captured our party just beautifully... her pictures get all the emotion! See:


http://http://greenawaltfamilylife.blogspot.com/2009/08/lucky-little-leos.html


Lastly, you may notice the odd box pictured labeled Berewick School Supplies. In lieu of gifts we asked our guests to donate new school items to our wonderful new school BEREWICK ELEMENTARY. Very very excited about the new school... more to come...
Hugs and lots of love,,, a very blessed and very happy G












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