Valentine's Day Idea for the Guys

Stumped for what to get your Man for Valentine's Day this year? How about a cool bowling shirt from BowlingShirt.com? I have purchased from them before and they have a great selection of vintage styled shirts to choose from.

Use code STRIKE30 to save more on their Closeout stylish shirts!

Ta ta for now...

How do you Mend a Broken Heart?

What does a parent tell a child when that child has their heart broken? What words are there to mend the feelings of loss and pain? How do you explain that love will come along again someday, when the feelings of rejection and disappointment are so fresh that the mind cannot comprehend?

This is what awaited me when I flew to visit my daughter at school this past weekend. I had no clue, and apparently neither did she, that her boyfriend no longer wanted to keep the long distance romance going. I fault  no one except the innocence of youth and young love. It is so hard to see her devastated in this way. I reassure, I hug and I listen a lot. I tell her that she must take time to mourn, but that she must continue to move forward. She has 8 months until she graduates from college and I tell her to try and focus on the job at hand.

Why is life so difficult at times? Why are we presented with such challenges? What are we supposed to learn? These are the hardest times of parenting. I don't always feel that I have the right answers, or any answers at all. All I know is that these are the times to let her know that I am there for her and that I love her. 

Where is that darn box of tissues?

Ta ta for now... 

Emotionally Are You a Dog or Cat?

I pose to you an interesting question. Comparing personalities as you know them, would you classify yourself as a dog or cat? I know that within each species there are numerous types and personalities, so I will generalize.

To me cats are wildly independent. They always walk to the beat of a different drummer. They don't need humans for much of anything if you think about it. If you don't feed them enough, or even if you do, they will take to their natural instincts of hunting. Sometimes they leave you little presents you would rather not see, a trophy or leftover from their most recent victory. I think they do this mostly to boast of their prowess! Everything is dictated by their needs and time lines. They will ask for affection when THEY want it, they will play most humorously, but only when THEY are in the mood. Being smart creatures, they are masters of manipulation!

Dogs on the other hand are seemingly the exact opposite. They rush to you whenever they see you, usually with tail a'wagging, sometimes their entire lower body doing some kind of crazy wiggle dance. You can ignore them, yell at them (neither of which I recommend by the way) and they will continue to love you unconditionally. They ask, rather demand your attention. They are determined and faithful and so willing to please to gain our attention and affection. They are also most willing to just lie quietly by your feet or side just to be close.

Comparing this to human characteristics, haven't you noticed that there are some people whose personalities fit each category? Some are like cats and  are aloof. You feel like you must work hard to win their attention. Others are like dogs, they are lovable and hard to ignore and they draw you in with warmth and happiness.

I love both dogs and cats. So the parallel that I guess that I am trying to draw here is, that when we deal figuratively with the dogs and cats in our lives, we should not be down on ourselves for other people's reactions towards us. Sometimes it's  their makeup and personality which may make us feel inferior or not worth their time. We are too quick to take the responsibility upon our self for failed relationships or faulty friendships.

So the moral of my story? If you don't like the situation you are in get a new pet!

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CHOCOLATE to the Rescue!

This is way too funny! I mean, need I say more? This 3.5 oz All Natural Premium Milk Chocolate bar pretty much covers everything.

The description says:

"For Immediate relief of: Chocolate Cravings, Love Sickness, Exam Pressure, Mild Anxiety and Extreme Hunger.

Directions for use: Tear open wrapper, break off desired dosage, and consume.  Alternatively massage into the affected area. Repeat dosage as required until finished. If symptoms persist consult your local confectioner."

I agree with most everything on the wrapper except the part about alternitively massaging it into the affected area, unless of course they are referring to my mouth!

This candy bar was created by Bloomsberry & Co in New Zealand, but is now distributed in the USA. They have a bar called "The Boyfriend Bar", "Magic Fairy Chocolate" and a "Peace on Earth" bar. Check out their website to see other adorable candy bars.  It's nice to know that this chocolate confection is lovingly infused with humor. 


I can't wait for my next Chocolate Emergency - Oh wait, I think it's here now!

Ta Ta for now...