Alive and Kicking

My friend Debbie sent me this in an email. And since I don't forward those types of emails I figured I'd post it here. This one I liked, this one reminded me of my friends out there and my family. And, it can apply to a few men too, who aren't all caught up in their machismo.

One Flaw In Women

Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness, love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give.
However, if there is one flaw in women,
It is that they forget their worth.

(I just found out why you should put your thoughts down in Word before you post to this site. My keyboard fell off of my now broken desk, and I lost half of my post. Apparently, I was holding down the "delete" key while trying to fix it. Dag nab it...
I will try to remember, although I think it will lose some gusto in the recreation.)

*sigh* Excuse me while I go make some coffee...

Work was busy this week. Complete with lots of "off" characters. It always makes a day interesting. But I managed to do a lot of work, keep my attitude where these "off" characters were concerned in check AND get my financials done by the close of business on Friday. I feel accomplished. And while my boss may not appreciate it, I feel good about it. Many say that I should find a job that not only appreciates my hard work and dedication but also compensates me for it. And to some degree I agree. But I have faith that it will pay off. Maybe I wait and push forward in vain. I guess I will see. Plodding forward has seemed to work so far in other areas of my life, regardless of how dreary and disheartening it has been at times.

Men, are fickle and weird. I know that is odd to post out of the blue. But it is true. It's shame that I like 'em so much. 'Cause I think I will always be confused by them. Yes, there is a new one on the forefront. A local Police Officer here in town. He seems nice so far, but we have only been emailing for a week. Talking with a man of the law gives me a sense of trust. But yet I realize he is still human, with all the ugliness that humans possess. After the "Lunch Date Guy" being so flaky and receiving a nasty email from some weirdo, I decided to take a break from the Single Parent group thing. I thought I would just take some time to enjoy my life alone, take care of a few personal issues and let it be calm without any added drama or worry if a person liked me or not. I don't know if it was the loneliness I sometimes feel, or the need of adult conversation over a nice dinner that spurred me to rejoin the group. (humming cartoon theme songs in my head is a good clue that I need to rejoin the world of grown ups) But I did last week. I may find myself just sending another email requesting that I be removed from the group once again. Who knows... I have received several comments about the dangers of dating a cop. And while I understand and value those comments, I am not one that is big on labels. I would rather experience a person as they are rather than smack them with some preconceived opinion as to the type of person they might be. Perhaps that is naive or perhaps it is just giving a person a chance. I am going to go on the later of the two. So far, I like what he has to say. About himself and about his job. He has to work undercover sometimes. It sounds like he is really proud when he gets more drugs off the streets and I have to say, that I admire his strength when he said he had to help a 6 year old girl in an auto accident. I can't imagine how I would handle seeing this little girl all broken up and knowing that her parents didn't put her seat belt on her to begin with. It would break my heart and make me a bit pissed off. Well, ok, a lot pissed off. How can you not admire what they do for us on a daily basis? Things we don't ever see or hear about. But it is there just the same. Anyway, I have yet to actually go on a date with him. And though he has said he wants to, I have yet to get asked. Dang old fashioned value anyways. :P

Ok...I think I caught up the week there. Tomorrow, we are going to the Zoo in Portland if the weather permits. Oooo...I can't wait to take some pictures. I think that is what I am most excited about. I like being there, but my heart always aches seeing those animals caged up. I keep thinking they must be hungry, or sad or feel confined. I know they take great care of them, But I always wonder if they'd rather be free. Silly, I know. I think it is something from my childhood to be honest. I remember crying at the Lions cage, thinking they were upset and that is why they paced back and forth so much. Or the monkeys being angry at someone constantly watching them and that is why they throw stuff. (San Diego Zoo, Orangutans chucking poop at the audience, circa 1975. It was a memorable experience.)

Ok then..have a great weekend. :)