Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Cats Daily Tangent Random stuff... ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://catsdailytangent.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [The Sandwich Generation](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-sandwich-generation/) - Life never stays boring for long. If it's not one thing, it's another. For the past 10 years, we have been trying to figure out our next move; are we going to stay in the house where we raised our kids, or are we going to sell and head on to new adventures. We have - [What in the sam hell is going on?](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-in-the-sam-hell-is-going-on/) - I feel like the last month of my life has been full of chaotic energy. My patience for people is down to zero. I do my best to stay in contact with people and keep tabs on those I feel need a mental boost. I have always been this way. Only recently, I feel like - [The price of life lessons](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-price-of-life-lessons/) - The last few years I have had my ass handed to me by life. One would think by they time they hit their 50s, they will have pretty much hit the life lesson list. One would be wrong... Growing up, I never had a close relationship with my mom. She wasn't a warm fuzzy person, - [Progress not perfection](https://catsdailytangent.com/progress-not-perfection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_comments _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_comments][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section] - [Letting go](https://catsdailytangent.com/letting-go/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]This year I am focused on growing and moving toward a better version of myself. There is no guide book in life, although there are literally millions of self help books if you are so inclined to purchase and hopefully find the answers to what you are looking for. - [Plowing through the projects...](https://catsdailytangent.com/plowing-through-the-projects/) - My husband is gone traveling this week. I'm probably on the rare side of things, but I love when he travels. He works from home and I NEVER get the house to myself. When he leaves, I tend to kick it into gear and get stuff done thatI won't do when he is around. This - [What is self care anyway??](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-is-self-care-anyway/) - In the past few years I have made attempts to take care of myself. The last 3 times I have been injured, it's been either a direct or indirect result of exercising. In my 40s I was in the best shape of my life. I was running 5ks and I did my first (and only) - [Waiting to seize the moment](https://catsdailytangent.com/waiting-to-seize-the-moment/) - Y'all... I'm sitting here on my couch with my knee in a leg brace, angry that I am in the pain I'm in. My left leg has been a little twitchy (hard to explain), but yesterday, out of nowhere, the pain intensified and I am now hobbling around my house, keeping my leg up whenever - [Dumbfounded and heartbroken](https://catsdailytangent.com/dumbfounded-and-heartbroken/) - This morning I opened facebook to see that a very sweet girl that we knew passed away at the age of 14. It's been years since we have seen her, so I didn't know she was sick, but to see she had passed was like a gut punch to my soul. Having two girls of - [New Year, New you ... 2025 edition](https://catsdailytangent.com/new-year-new-you-2025-edition/) - Well, it's New Years day.... The time of year that we put the old to rest and promise life anew! Most of us don't really follow through on it...at least not for more than 6 weeks, but the intention is there so we make the promises to ourselves, dive in and hope for the best... - [Trying to find holiday joy...](https://catsdailytangent.com/trying-to-find-holiday-joy/) - Anyone who knows me...like really knows me, knows I am not a fan of the holiday season... it's like a season of forced buying, fake happiness and follyday joy... ain'tnobodygottimeforthat.... The struggle is real y'all!! I DO like that it's a once a year check in with family and friends... holiday cards, updated pictures and - [What is your rock bottom?](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-is-your-rock-bottom/) - Life is full of ups and downs and ebb and flow... Nothing ever lasts forever so if you are riding on the crest of a wave, enjoy the ride... and if you are scraping the bottom of the barrel, time will pass and you can pick yourself back up. The longer I live the more - [Sober day one...](https://catsdailytangent.com/sober-day-one/) - I made a decision to quit alcohol. I have wanted to for years, mostly because it doesn't really serve me to grow and achieve goals I need to set for myself. In fact, it keeps me from creating goals and lowers my day to day energy. I never really stopped to examine why I drink - [Getting past "the stuck"](https://catsdailytangent.com/getting-past-the-stuck/) - Ever get to a point in life where you are just... stuck? Mentally, physically, emotionally.... just.... STUCK... I have been there a few months now. And I have to say, being stuck changes with age and circumstance. It's not the same for everyone, and it's not the same every time, that is for damn sure. - [How toxicity bleeds...](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-toxicity-bleeds/) - In the last few years, I have been involved in some group situations and I have seen how people operate. For the most part, people are lovely; no issues, everyone wants to get along and have a good time. But then there are the few... Decades ago, I started working in a bank. It was - [When the fog has lifted.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/when-the-fog-has-lifted/) - Have you ever had someone so much in your head that you can't think? Only, they have been in your head so long you didn't realize it wasn't your voice anymore, but you didn't realize it? This year I have done a lot of reflecting and I'm realizing the messages that I have lived by - [Moments of Appreciation](https://catsdailytangent.com/moments-of-appreciation/) - One week ago today I was rushed to the ER for severe back pain... I had just walked four miles and was feeling pretty proud of myself, having worked myself up to that over the last weeks. I came home, took a shower, went to grab my pants and I felt a shift in my - [Bless and Release!](https://catsdailytangent.com/bless-and-release/) - There are times in your life when you have to take stock of who you are giving your energy to. Yesterday was an awesome (and sad day) because I realized that someone I thought was a friend was acting alternatively behind my back and projecting negativity to others in my circle. I wasn't terribly surprised - [Bi Polar Day](https://catsdailytangent.com/bi-polar-day/) - Yesterday was a whole ass bi-polar day. The last few days I have been struggling with a knot in my stomach (aka anxiety) and it's been building. This time of year is hard regardless, but with what I have been through this year, including but not limited to a few losses of loved ones) it's - [The impact of a life.... STORY TIME](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-impact-of-a-life-story-time/) - Today I went to visit "an old friend".... actually, I grave hopped and visited my parents and an old high school friend who died 6 months to the day after her 18th birthday... I needed a day of pause and to reflect and just ... be... On my list always...is this guy.... George M. Lee... - [The things you learn...](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-things-you-learn/) - I haven't been writing consistently in quite a while. Many years back, I vowed to do a blog post a day...and I did... for a few years. It was easy, because I had stuff on my mind that was quick to "put to paper"... But somehow, I became a little disenchanted after a while as - [Upward and Forward](https://catsdailytangent.com/upward-and-forward/) - This past year, I have barely written...actually maybe last few years. I have gotten pummeled by life on an emotional level and shut myself down so much that I didn't want to write my truth for fear of hurting others. But alas, the words are bubbling up as I have made a pact with myself - [Do Better People...](https://catsdailytangent.com/do-better-people/) - Well, I don't know what has gotten into me lately, but today, something just kicked into gear and I have been on fire all day, getting stuff done... AND... something I have been sitting on for a few days needs to be discussed because the disappointment and sadness have consumed me over this and it's - [God is good and we are blessed](https://catsdailytangent.com/god-is-good-and-we-are-blessed/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]It really is the simplest of things that make me take pause and a moment of appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us everywhere. I once said that I don’t like getting flowers as a gift because - [Well today could not have gone any better.](https://catsdailytangent.com/well-today-could-not-have-gone-any-better/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Well today could not have gone any better. We were invited to join on an anniversary/birthday celebration down to La Jolla. We easily found places to park at the two locations we went to which is Unheardof - [If there is a lesson in life that I have learned...](https://catsdailytangent.com/if-there-is-a-lesson-in-life-that-i-have-learned/) - If there is a lesson in life that I have learned...it's to plan for great things...but realize that life has its own plan... And when things don't work out the way you saw them... you can choose to fight it and be disgruntled with the outcome... or realize that part of the lesson of life - [Experimenting with chocolate chip cookie recipes…](https://catsdailytangent.com/experimenting-with-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipes/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Experimenting with chocolate chip cookie recipes… The thick ones in the back are called bakery style chocolate chip cookies and the one in the front is a brown butter chocolate chip cookie. Totally opposite versions - [Groups are getting bigger …](https://catsdailytangent.com/groups-are-getting-bigger/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Groups are getting bigger … Tomorrow is moms farewell … tomorrows gathering will be the grand finale … enjoying the catch up time with sibs and friends!!![/et_pb_text][et_pb_image _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”343652423_5712518178852190_3926698907530334179_n” src=”https://catsdailytangent.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/343652423_5712518178852190_3926698907530334179_n.jpg” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section] - [Well …. This is the final send off for Nana!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/well-this-is-the-final-send-off-for-nana/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Well …. This is the final send off for Nana!! Maybe not appropriate in front of a Catholic church but it was probably the only time I would get everybody together so I took advantage. #fuckcancer #weloveyounana[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image - [Fun fact... as I saw this picture,](https://catsdailytangent.com/fun-fact-as-i-saw-this-picture/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Fun fact… as I saw this picture, memories came flooding back and not in a good way… more of a “this is what my mother had to deal with having me as a child”sort - [I need to talk about the power of friendship…](https://catsdailytangent.com/i-need-to-talk-about-the-power-of-friendship/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]I need to talk about the power of friendship… I have known this girl since about 14 years of age. We don’t see each other on the daily but we are friends through life. She - [The WEEGIES are here!!!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-weegies-are-here/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The WEEGIES are here!!!! Sven O. Lode and Anne Christine Lode Flew in today to join Mo and Emma We had a lovely visit tonight and enjoyed some fire time with Julie in tow!!  It’s sometimes - [Yesterday was a day …](https://catsdailytangent.com/yesterday-was-a-day/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Yesterday was a day … we all headed over to mom‘s house and plowed through her garage emptying probably 50+ years worth of stuff. Found old pictures, old letters… Nana was a sassy lady. - [For those inquiring about mom‘s service](https://catsdailytangent.com/5163-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]For those inquiring about mom‘s service it will be held next week on the 27th at 10:15 AM. Please send me a message if you plan on going we are trying to plan food for - [I am NOT a fan of automation...](https://catsdailytangent.com/i-am-not-a-fan-of-automation/) - I am NOT a fan of automation... I went into Michaels to get some stuff and when I went to the front and saw a bunch of computers... I asked the lady, "Are we checking ourselves out now?" She said, "Unless you are paying cash"..... This didn't sit well with me. I like having an - [Buried trauma… Trigger warning... (animals and death)](https://catsdailytangent.com/buried-trauma-trigger-warning-animals-and-death/) - So I am out on a walk and I was gonna walk streets but something pulled me up to the hills instead so I went into nature… (I was trying not to get my new shoes dirty) As I was climbing a hill I looked down to see a stink bug on its back clearly - [I'm back....](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-back/) - It's been a minute, but here I am. I had to take a hiatus, because I am human and though I may appear fine on the outside...shit's going on inside that I can't always explain. If I could say ONE thing about myself that I am proud of... it's that I SHARE!! I share it - [And the censorship continues...](https://catsdailytangent.com/and-the-censorship-continues/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Well, I wish more people knew about my blog since this is where I will be posting my thoughts until I’m out of Facebook Jail. Can someone PLEASE take me back to 2019 when I could be sarcastic with people and actually LAUGH? This last two years is a - [Seasonal relationships](https://catsdailytangent.com/seasonal-relationships/) - This weekend I went to Joshua Tree. I jumped in on my daughters trip with her friend, because I have been wanting to camp and this was my chance. I didn't have to be WITH them, but they didn't mind having me around, so we had a great weekend of exploring, sightseeing, talking, shopping, stargazing - [Ringing in the New Year 2022 the right way!](https://catsdailytangent.com/ringing-in-the-new-year-2022-the-right-way/) - Here it is... that moment of self reflection on the last day of the year. As everyone is looking forward to the New Year, I believe it's the same every year that we hope the crap of the year will be left behind and the new will rise like a phoenix, out of the ashes - [Seasons of Parenting](https://catsdailytangent.com/seasons-of-parenting/) - This post was first written for a Mom's group. It got a way bigger response than I was expecting, so I'm posting it here in its original form... Hey Moms...I have been wanting to write for a while, because I see things on here and I feel you... I hear you... I have been there. - [All kids are at risk](https://catsdailytangent.com/all-kids-are-at-risk/) - Today my heart was broken. I learned from my daughter (18) that a classmate of hers passed away. It was not suicide, and I don't want to speculate. She's just ... gone. The second my daughter told me, I flashed back to the days of elementary school, where I volunteered with these kids and got - [Life in theory....](https://catsdailytangent.com/life-in-theory/) - With all that is going on in the world, I can't tell you how many people are disappointed in life. Not just their life, but life in general. I get it, and I feel it. With political divide growing, a never ending pandemic, crazy weather in Texas that has never before been seen and the - [Follow your heart](https://catsdailytangent.com/follow-your-heart/) - I am a mom of teens. I wish I had a mom of teens back when my kids started school, so they could shake the self righteousness out of me, so I would leave the elementary school principal alone to deal with more pressing issues. Just so you know, I was born in the 60's - [Your apology to your parents](https://catsdailytangent.com/your-apology-to-your-parents/) - Dear current day parents. I challenge you. Now that you have children, and you see how hard parenting is, I beg you, to write a letter to your parents. THIS...is the day they waited for. I will go first. Dear Mom and Dad. THANK YOU. I had NO idea how hard parenting would be. I - [What I see behind the lens](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-i-see-behind-the-lens/) - I am a photographer. In my opinion I have the best job on the planet. Is it always appreciated? No. No job is. But I don't care. Because I know what I know and that's all that matters. My job has taught me so much over the decades of my shooting. My brain works a - [Are we creating a society of bullies?](https://catsdailytangent.com/are-we-creating-a-society-of-bullies/) - I'm so disturbed... I was just on a page where an unsuspecting woman was asking advice of where to live on a budget in our area (Southern California, near the beach). True, her budget was WAY smaller than our area dictates, but the barrage of negativity from locals to a woman (college graduate moving from - [Don't underestimate the impact of your words on another.](https://catsdailytangent.com/dont-underestimate-the-impact-of-your-words-on-another/) - So, I was in my office going through some stuff and pulled out a few old photo albums to share with Aspen (Avery was gone). It was fun going through old pictures. A while back, while purging my office to make room for Aspen's bed, I ran across a ton of old letters from friends - [Give from what you have.](https://catsdailytangent.com/give-from-what-you-have/) - You know, I was watching someone speak online tonight that I found fascinating and full of wisdom. They were 51...my age... I remember seeing my parents at my age thinking they were so amazing and so smart - so OLD.... (and they were on some levels, lol), but now that I'm this age, I still - [I’m going down the list of things my kids keep stealing from me ....](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-going-down-the-list-of-things-my-kids-keep-stealing-from-me/) - my Christmas list is complete! Anyone else? No ... just me??? Mmmkaayyyy - [Today was full of fun surprises!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/today-was-full-of-fun-surprises/) - I got some Sparkling Apple Cider with a note that said, "Ho Ho Holy Sh*t what a year" (still giggling), A tub of assorted cookies from the cutest little Disney dancer, Sugar cookies delivered by my favorite Casanal gals, And surprise Savory treats from a dear friend and her son (to break up all the - [Binge Watching](https://catsdailytangent.com/binge-watching/) - I spent the whole day on my couch binge-watching the Queen's Gambit!! I haven’t spent a day like this in a LONG time and usually only when sick (which I am not) and forced to stay down ... Chess brings up memories of my dad, even though I have never played ... WOW - what - [Go adventure where you are](https://catsdailytangent.com/go-adventure-where-you-are/) - Today was an amazing day. That says a lot, because I haven't had a lot of great days in recent months. I have been struggling a bit with my kids getting older and their need for me is becoming less and less. I still have things that can fill my day, but there is a - [They have to hurt](https://catsdailytangent.com/they-have-to-hurt/) - I hate when my kids cry. I hate when they hurt. I feel like a failure when I can't save them from their pain. Tonight, my daughter came home crying that she didn't achieve what she aimed for. She fell shorter than she expected. To see her pain ripped me to the core. I wanted to - [An incomplete life](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-incomplete-life/) - You never know how you will impact the life of another. I find this statement in truth in many ways.... Years ago, when I was a child - back in the day - I walked to school....alone....and I was 5. Scares you to think about it doesn't it? Makes you cringe a bit. But if - [Ode to Mothers Everywhere](https://catsdailytangent.com/ode-to-mothers-everywhere/) - MOM.... One word... three letters.... infinite meaning.... I'm gonna say it... I took my mom for granted. I was a kid. A kid who had a mom. Every.Day.of.my.life.... I didn't know any different. She was just there....always... And just like most kids, I didn't think about her role as "Mom" and what it actually meant... - [The influence of our elders](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-influence-of-our-elders/) - I have a dream life. Not gonna lie. Is it perfect? NO. But do I recognize I'm blessed on many levels... Yes.. I was watching Moana (Disney animated film) and I cry every time. EVERY.TIME.... My kids wonder why I can't dial it down, but as I was watching (again) tonight I realize that the - [A word about Blame.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-word-about-blame/) - I'm lucky to have my mom in my life. My dad passed 17 years ago, and my heart aches to hear his laugh and listen to his stories or wonder what he would think of my girls (the first of which I was pregnant with when he passed). I know he would love them and - [Pushing through the manipulation](https://catsdailytangent.com/pushing-through-the-manipulation/) - It starts at an early age... manipulation ... It would seem we are born with the ability and learn to master it more and more over the course of our lives! As a parent of two teenagers, I have watched the progression grow from the earliest of ages when my toddler cried until near death, - [Do you feel THAT?](https://catsdailytangent.com/do-you-feel-that/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text]Omg… Sometimes we just need to be reminded…. Today was SOOOO stressful…. Water heater tanked Friday and it took 3 days for someone to come out and tell us it needs replaced… (Uhhh DUHHHHH).. The sound of it vibrating my house, issuing it to take flight was a good enough indicator for me, thanks…. - [The Dance of Anxiety](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-dance-of-anxiety/) - Hi, my name is Cathy...and I suffer from Anxiety ... on the daily... When I was younger, I never knew what anxiety was, and when I first heard of it, I scoffed it off as ridiculous "diagnosis". I did that while I was suffering, only I didn't know the name. I had my first full - [Power in the people...](https://catsdailytangent.com/power-in-the-people/) - The other day I had my "senior" singing class. In case you aren't up to speed, I accidentally signed up for an emeritus class (55 and older). I'm not quite there, but close enough, I guess. I have come to really appreciate every single soul in this class. And the instructor, a well seasoned, light - [Moments in time](https://catsdailytangent.com/moments-in-time/) - Out of nowhere a memory popped up in my mind. Maybe it's all the Hallmark movies this time of year, but as I was watching a dad/daughter moment, my history came flashing back to me... I grew up in a small area. Went to the city elementary School, middle school and high school. So many - [The Beauty of Getting Away](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-beauty-of-getting-away/) - We are in what feels like the forever middle of a Pandemic. If you have anything related to internet or a TV, you can't get through the day without hearing "Covid-19" or "Coronavirus"... It's literally insane. I keep telling myself we are literally in the middle of history in the making and trying to make - [Age is truly a number](https://catsdailytangent.com/age-is-truly-a-number/) - SOOOOOO... I have no idea where this is going to go, but something hit me today and as I write, I'm trying to figure out how to formulate my thought process.... If you don't know me, I'm a married woman with two kids, 17 and 19 yrs of age. As I look back at the - [Okay, so anyone who knows me knows that this Covid crap has thrown me sideways...](https://catsdailytangent.com/okay-so-anyone-who-knows-me-knows-that-this-covid-crap-has-thrown-me-sideways/) - gaining the Covid 10, then 15, then 19 and more from there but I quit counting. This week I decided to get out and walk as much or little as possible but just freaking WALK!! It's amazing to me the emotional roller coaster these last 10 months have been...It was, for the most part a - [Here is how I am choosing to appreciate 2021 ...](https://catsdailytangent.com/here-is-how-i-am-choosing-to-appreciate-2021/) - Today was mostly a quiet day, my back is tweaked, I did some editing and I took a short walk and did the dishes while Chris decided to grab fixings for dinner since he has a new cooking toy... (a Teppan table that fits on the BBQ outside.) He asked if anyone will be home, - [I just want you all to know how my brain works.](https://catsdailytangent.com/i-just-want-you-all-to-know-how-my-brain-works/) - I don't need any pity...just take a ride with me...The other day I posted my anniversary...21 whole years married to the same guy....only it's actually 22....and it only took me a few days to realize it... I'm pretty sure my brain tried to wipe out 2020. I'm gonna stick with that. Oh...and Chris didn't notice - [Every child shines in their own way...](https://catsdailytangent.com/every-child-shines-in-their-own-way/) - I was in my kitchen tonight, glancing at the pictures of both my girls that I have pinned up from over the years.. As I start writing this, I feel like I could write a book on this subject alone, but will do my best to keep it local to my two girls... Children compare. - [Okay, so today was kind of an exciting day...](https://catsdailytangent.com/okay-so-today-was-kind-of-an-exciting-day/) - The last few weeks have been one step forward, two steps back. I started walking regularly to work off "the Covid 19" then my back went out. I have spent the last week sitting mostly (okay so that feels like five steps back). Today I was able to get out and walk 3:16 miles (don't - [You know...there are days I wonder how I got where I am.](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-know-there-are-days-i-wonder-how-i-got-where-i-am/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Life is a long road of twists and turns and ups and downs and sometimes ad nauseam… but we persevere. Growing up in my house there was a lot of chaos. I would like to say it was a peaceful upbringing, but that would be a lie…and I’m - [I want to take a moment and talk about projection...](https://catsdailytangent.com/i-want-to-take-a-moment-and-talk-about-projection/) - If you saw my video from the other day, I got ripped in to (in a private Mom's group) because I mentioned that once upon a time I pushed the mattress out of my kids room... And this did NOT set well with her, she didn't hold back in any way shape or form...I was - [This is your story](https://catsdailytangent.com/this-is-your-story/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] You ever stop and think about how crappy this last year has been? I’m pretty sure if you have a pulse, you have. Every day feels like another day closer to “hopefully soon this will be behind us…” (And just in case you have been under a rock, - [REALITY HAS LANDED](https://catsdailytangent.com/reality-has-landed/) - Well, it's here. At least in our part of the country, schools have started. First day pictures have flooded facebook pages and as a photographer I can honestly say, I see it in the faces of all the kids... THIS SUCKS!!! My daughter was a Class of 2020 "graduate". I use the quotation marks because - [Dear Class of 2021 (from a Class of 2020 mom)](https://catsdailytangent.com/dear-class-of-2021-from-a-class-of-2020-mom/) - It's here. The day you have waited for...The first of the lasts...the big ones one campus, so much to look forward to, it's senior year... THIS IS IT!!! ....but at the same time... it's NOT! What the hell happened? This isn't what you signed up for! This isn't what senior year is about. This ISN'T - [Keeping it Light in Dark Times](https://catsdailytangent.com/keeping-it-light-in-dark-times/) - These are some dark times. These last (how many months has it been?) have tried us on so many levels. There are times (and I know I am not alone) that I couldn't believe what I was seeing. And with each day, I think tomorrow will be better, only, there are more trials to get - [Thirty one days of Enrichment](https://catsdailytangent.com/thirty-one-days-of-enrichment/) - Covid 19 statewide quarantine! This is it. It's been called. Thirty one days of "Stay in your home" for all California residents. How do you weigh in? A prison sentence? A challenge? Hell on earth? Or a chance to grow? I will admit; when it was called, I was mixed on my feelings. My first - [THE REAL SIDE](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-real-side/) - It's only a few days into this requested self quarantine. For those of us with kids, it's hard. For those of us with teens, it's HELL! This is an adjustment for ALL of us. Yet they think the rules don't (or shouldn't) apply to them. And for those of us with Seniors in high school, - [We're All in this TOGETHER!](https://catsdailytangent.com/were-all-in-this-together/) - WOW, how often can you look across the world and realize that we are ALL in this together? Worldwide panic has ensued and here we are, quarantined in our homes (for those of us who can actually get there) for the sake of quashing this "Pandemic" that has plagued our world. These are scary times. - [Beware the beast....](https://catsdailytangent.com/beware-the-beast/) - They say the days are long, but the years are short. You know you are "old" when you get that statement. I have been married for 21 years, together for 25 and we have two daughters, 17 and 19. We are blessed. Life is a journey. It's a marathon and not a race, but so - [The illusion of the holidays](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-illusion-of-the-holidays/) - Nothing wraps up quicker than the day after New Years.... From Halloween to New Years is always a ride. The holidays, the colder weather, it's all so exciting. And always disappointing... I don't know what it is about the holidays, or who set the expectations, or who screwed up the reason for the season, but - [The problem with Over Parenting](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-problem-with-over-parenting/) - Before I start my rant, I am going to say, I'm not here to profess I am a perfect parent, or that I have perfect kids. I can't imagine any one person who has actually gotten this parenting thing right in the history of time.... That said, I see issues arising from the over-intervention of - [What's to fear?](https://catsdailytangent.com/whats-to-fear/) - Recently, I have posted, what some would consider "vulnerable" posts. Baring my soul, if you will. I have no issue with the posts I make. I have no problem sharing who I am, or what I have been through. Many people have told me that I am brave. And I can't lie... this confused me - [What is "Perfect"?](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-is-perfect/) - Today, I was inspired... Today I was saddened... I was reminded how cruel kids could be as I took pictures of one of my favorite kids. She heard hurtful words. Teen years are SO CRUEL. If I had one Goal in life, it would be to combat the horrors of teen life... Build them up...Empower - [Keeping it going after 20 years](https://catsdailytangent.com/keeping-it-going-after-20-years/) - In January, hubs and I celebrated 20 years of marriage (together 23). Twenty years is a bit of a milestone, and usually, the very wordy "me" would write something. But I didn't so much as post it on Facebook. I was going to...but the words didn't really come together and so I let it slip - [You get out what you put in](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-get-out-what-you-put-in/) - My head has been reeling with my daughter in her senior year of high school. I have one that has already graduated, so this.is.my.last.year.... Granted my kids will be home, but it's the end of an era...and it hurts .... Nineteen years ago, I gave up corporate life (literally decades of building my position) to - [Parenting Styles](https://catsdailytangent.com/parenting-styles/) - I never really thought about how I would parent a child when I was little. Actually never thought I would be fortunate enough to have kids. But then again, if my life had turned out what I thought I would never get, I would have nothing that I have now. Definitely blessed in my life - [Fathers Day to be or not to be...](https://catsdailytangent.com/fathers-day-to-be-or-not-to-be/) - I'm sitting at my desk crying despite my efforts to stop. I don't know why it's hitting me harder this year, but it is... It's been 19 years since my dad passed and I'm sitting here, hating today. These stupid Hallmark holidays... I know they are intended to be great, but for those who - [Childhood Flashbacks](https://catsdailytangent.com/childhood-flashbacks/) - I don't know why, but I was sitting here tonight, reading something on Facebook in a parenting group about a defiant teenager with a cavalier attitude and I totally flashed back to my childhood... When you are a teen, you NEVER think you will end up like your parents...I mean my gosh, they are SO - [The story behind the story](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-story-behind-the-story/) - Judge not, lest ye be judged. That is how I was raised. But who lives by that? I mean seriously....Okay, I'll be honest, I DO try...SO HARD....but sometimes it's just too hard not to. That said, I told you that so I could tell you this... I'm taking a sewing class. I finally decided to - [Did you mean to do that?](https://catsdailytangent.com/did-you-mean-to-do-that/) - Let's face it... we are living in a new time. A time where emotions run high and people are literally outraged on all sides. Some want to call it 'passion', but in my opinion, "passion" doesn't attack another person. So what do you call it? I've been struggling with this lately because, in truth...we all - [I'm an Over Poster....](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-an-over-poster/) - Today I was talking to my brother and he was unaware that my daughter (his niece) was home from college... indefinitely. I said, "How could you not know? I posted on Facebook"... there was silence...then fumbled words....then a precursor and then the truth.... "I unfollowed you on FB because you post so much. More than - [Grasping at Straws](https://catsdailytangent.com/grasping-at-straws/) - It's funny the phases with go through in life. As I'm approaching my fiftieth year on this earth, I find myself reflecting on the phases of my life that I thought would go on forever, but as I look back they flew by in an instant. I can honestly say I have no regrets. I've - [Helicopter Parenting doing its worst](https://catsdailytangent.com/helicopter-parenting-doing-its-worst/) - Parenting today is SO different from when I was raised. It's a whole different ballgame and I look at parents of today and think, "I'm sorry".... Times change. It's inevitable. We try to do better than the generations before us. When I was raised, it was perfectly acceptable to throw kids in a crib in - [Why we do it](https://catsdailytangent.com/why-we-do-it/) - It’s a crazy thing this thing called life. So many times I have wondered what’s the point of all that we go through. Why me, why not me... I know I am not alone. We trudge through and usually follow the path of those who came before us. Many times without asking why. So I - [We're all damaged; what's your poison?](https://catsdailytangent.com/were-all-damaged-whats-your-poison/) - You ever think about life? I mean... REALLY think about it? It kind of sucks sometimes, doesn't it? It's such a mixed bag of, "OMG this is AWESOME" and "OMG HOW DID I GET HERE?"... You know what I mean, don't you? We spend our lives looking for perfection, yet we are looking through a - [Anne Frank House: Amsterdam](https://catsdailytangent.com/anne-frank-house-amsterdam/) - Unbelievable and surreal. That is what I would say about the Anne Frank house. It's hard to wrap your head around something you read as a child and it was a mere story in your mind, because your brain can't wrap itself around the life she lead and her wisdom at such a young age. - [Taking the Easy Way Out](https://catsdailytangent.com/taking-the-easy-way-out/) - It seems like nowadays, there's an "out" for every instance. The flavor of they day is, "If you aren't happy, make a change".... Well, that's all well and fine. But sometimes the fallout is greater than the quick decision to cut and run. Sure, everyone wants to quit at SOME time in their lives. And - [The devaluing of the moment](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-devaluing-of-the-moment/) - We live in a great time... I think, because of Facebook more people are connected than ever before. We hardly have to leave the house for all the information that is on our computers and phones. Our friends could be countries away, yet their daily events are posted and ready to be seen for anyone - [Different flavored relationships](https://catsdailytangent.com/different-flavored-relationships/) - I have teens... two of them... Teens are a wild roller coaster ride that sometimes come without restraints. There are times you are literally left flying by the seat of your pants...and at times, it's heart attack inducing.... But at the same time, with the torture, comes the reflection... Lots and LOTS of reflection... I - [Share more learn more...](https://catsdailytangent.com/share-more-learn-more/) - My husband shakes his head at me...often....for many reasons... but one that he realizes most about me is, I get a LOT of information from people I talk to....even strangers... Now, this is a guy in sales, so he can talk the leg off a duck. He's not shy. But he really cares less about - [Moments of Failure](https://catsdailytangent.com/moments-of-failure/) - Life is a journey indeed... And we have the power to choose our journey... But what I have found...is...it's called a "journey" for a reason... I think if most of us had our way, we would choose the straight path. The one from "decision to accomplishment"....wouldn't that be nice... We make up our mind, accomplish - [No idea where this is going](https://catsdailytangent.com/no-idea-where-this-is-going/) - Something is inside me wanting to get out, but not sure what it is just yet. Figured I would sit back and write and see what pops out of my head.... I'm involved with a ton of people. Everyone has different personalities, different triggers and different issues. So staying neutral can be difficult. That said, - [For SAHM's with littles at home](https://catsdailytangent.com/for-sahms-with-littles-at-home/) - I want to take this time for you stay at home mommies with littles at home... I read your FB posts and sometimes it really pulls at my heart strings because with my kids now 15 and 17 and just watching old home movies last night, I'm feeling a little sentimental, and reflecting back on - [Do unto Others](https://catsdailytangent.com/do-unto-others/) - I have had a heavy heart this week...but to be honest, it's probably been going on for a while. Like, my whole life... I see a lot of things going on in the world, both local and worldwide that just makes me sad. I don't think anyone can doubt that this worlds gone mad in - [Uncontrolled Laughter](https://catsdailytangent.com/uncontrolled-laughter-2/) - Oh my goodness..... I just laughed so hard that my whole lower abdominal area is sore!!! Have you ever done that? There are too few times that I laugh that hard and can't control myself. Unfortunately, it usually happens at church. I'm not proud of this fact; and when I meet God I will likely - [New Year New You? What about last year?](https://catsdailytangent.com/new-year-new-you-what-about-last-year/) - Here we are...another year and another crack at making things better than they were before. This years mantra that I have heard more than most, "New year, new YOU!" But what was wrong with the old you? The holidays went fast, but ever year in the last 3 years I hear one line in a - [Today's the day...](https://catsdailytangent.com/todays-the-day/) - Yep..it happened. Same thing that happens every year. Today is the day... I lower my expectations.... Traffic is ridiculous, crowds are suffocating, lists are dwindling and unfinished...and don't get me started on how my house is NO WHERE NEAR ready for guests, despite the fact the cleaners were here this week... HOW DOES THIS HAPPEN - [Compartmentalizing my Stress](https://catsdailytangent.com/compartmentalizing-my-stress/) - Whoa this past week has been a doozie. I have been hit from every angle with some sort of stress. Some bigger areas than others, but still, with each moment, I felt like a victim on the other side of Muhammed Ali, punched over and over again. I realized just this week how much stress - [Coming back from the Devastation of Expectation](https://catsdailytangent.com/coming-back-from-the-devastation-of-expectation/) - Another one bites the dust... Another expectation dashed in the face of hope... In all honesty, I have rarely had good results from my expectations. My goal has always been expect nothing and be pleasantly surprised ... When I go to events, I rarely get excited because I have learned to sit back and let - [Relationships in perspective](https://catsdailytangent.com/relationships-in-perspective/) - Ohhhhh relationships are hard.... Life is such a journey sometimes it's hard to get perspective. Every relationship has it's proper balance whether it's Parent, Child, Sibling, Friend, Spouse... they all have a recipe that is built for success.. or death.... Have you ever thought about your proper balance? Lately I have heard many people complaining - [TODAY!](https://catsdailytangent.com/today/) - Every so often, I am reminded that THIS MOMENT is all we have. We are blessed to get to choose our paths and I admit that lately..I have wasted a lot due to indecision. It's hard watching your kids get older. It's hard seeing they have a different desire than you. It's painful feeling them - [I'm sorry, WHAT?](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-sorry-what/) - There are times I look back on my life and remember my childhood. Sometimes, now that I'm raising kids, I reflect back more often. There are moments that throw me back more than others... As part of many mom groups (whether Facebook or school related), I hear many stories. One I saw was particularly heartbreaking, - [Thirty one days of writing.. Day one](https://catsdailytangent.com/thirty-one-days-of-writing-day-one/) - I'm embarking on a journey... Something to spark my creative mind, forced at the hand of someone other than me. I joined a writing group so to speak... It's an online challenge. Read it or not, this isn't for you, it's for me.... I need this. I feel... "flat" inside.... I don't like feeling flat. - [To parents of babies and littles...](https://catsdailytangent.com/to-parents-of-babies-and-littles/) - As a mom, I'm part of mom pages on FB. Moms will post about everything from triumphs, to frustrations, to PSA's to recommendations. But sometimes they ask these groups for advice and I find myself scratching my head.... Not that they are asking for advice...but that they (for the most part) don't know who they - [Weird moments....](https://catsdailytangent.com/weird-moments/) - I'm sitting across from my daughter...a senior in high school. Both of us are on our laptops, typing away...her for her future...and me in reflection.... We are listening to George Winston, the perfect backdrop for concentrated writing. Piano at its finest. My daughter is working on her college essay and she's completely at a loss. - [Shedding the shit of the ages](https://catsdailytangent.com/shedding-the-shit-of-the-ages/) - I'm sitting here on this Sunday night, flying high from a MOST amazing weekend. It's been a long time coming, and to be honest...I never thought I'd see the day.... ......Our 30 year high school reunion.... THIRTY YEARS.... How did we get here so fast? I won't lie...I get nervous every reunion. I have been - [Help for all...](https://catsdailytangent.com/help-for-all/) - I'm pretty sure I would never revisit my teenage years. I mean...how many of us would? In my opinion, they are the worst of times (ok...maybe with some highlights, but not enough to pull me back). The early teenage years are written like a bad novel mixed of confusion with passion and anger and lots - [Respecting Differences](https://catsdailytangent.com/respecting-differences/) - Earlier today I saw a post... Ironically, a blog post... so in a sense, I'm blogging about a blog post.... That's what a good blog does... don't you agree? This particular post was about a woman, more specifically, a wife who realized after her husband's death, that his irritating idiosyncrasies weren't as big a deal - [How do you handle your scars...](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-do-you-handle-your-scars/) - Life is a mixed ball of... well.... you know.... It's a constant barrage of ups and downs.... blows to the ego, blows to the soul... Some days are better than others.... No one gets out alive.... But the question is this.... How do you get past the lows in your life? I have the wonderful - [Finding Our Identity](https://catsdailytangent.com/finding-our-identity/) - Do you ever wonder who you are? I know I do. My identity changes more often than I ever knew it would. It was easy when I was a kid. No identity.... just a kid... But as I got older and started seeing the difference between me and the other kids, I started questioning who - [The allure of Beauty and the Beast](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-allure-of-beauty-and-the-beast/) - Beauty and the Beast..... the Disney cartoon version came out in the 90's. I remember seeing it with my sister in law at the theaters. TWICE at the time... one show, and the one right after.... My sister in law dragged me back into the theatre, and I was happy to oblige.... It was a - [The Struggle between parenting and spreading wings...](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-struggle-between-parenting-and-spreading-wings/) - Teenagers... if you have one, the word in and of itself should send shivers down your spine. Gone, are the days of the clingy children with open minds that allow the Tooth Fairy, Easter Bunny and Santa Clause in their worlds... Instead, their souls are replaced with angry, frustrated and dejected creatures who can roll - [Be careful the message you share](https://catsdailytangent.com/be-careful-the-message-you-share/) - Something has been weighing heavy on me lately and I wasn't totally sure how to articulate it. As a parent, we have a job to guide our kids, help them grow, teach them to become independent...and give them wings to fly. I'll never forget when my sister said so beautifully, "Our children are not ours...they pass - [The moments that count](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-moments-that-count/) - I've been pretty introspective lately...well I'm always introspective, but I have been iterating it a lot more than usual. Life Ebbs and Flows, and I guess I'm just in the "flow zone", so there ya go.... It just seems a lot is going on lately that makes me think, makes me wonder, appreciate, sympathize and - [Life in a moment](https://catsdailytangent.com/life-in-general/) - I have so much swirling through my mind. Life has hit me square in the face with .... reality.... I hate reality. When someone uses the word, "Reality" it's seldom accompanied by anything good.... I have been walking around in a bit of a fog, wondering what purpose my life has; have I lived to my full - [Oh the joys of parenting....](https://catsdailytangent.com/oh-the-joys-of-parenting/) - Oh...you're "just" a mom.... heard by millions of moms across the world. If you are a mom...or even a parent, that sentence should evoke some sort of crazy emotion. It's different for all of us, but if we look at it closely and dissect the sentence, which word sticks out the most? (and not because - [Teenage parents, beware](https://catsdailytangent.com/teenage-parents-beware/) - You think you are so great! You thinking your parenting skills are so good, you have no worries... We all do... We pour our hearts and souls into our kids. We make sacrifices that put our children first. Therefore....they should react accordingly. ..... they SHOULD.... But when they are TEENAGERS.... Everything changes.... ....the term teenager - [I'm sorry, Intima-what??](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-sorry-intima-what/) - Okay, I admit it... I have been privy to a good few "romantic movies' as it were... Ryan Gosling... The Notebook, .... Zac Efron... The Lucky One... just to name a few... Before you get critical of me, I'm NOT a dirty old woman. I am a human who is constantly dissecting life and looking - [Ode To My sister on her 50th](https://catsdailytangent.com/ode-to-my-sister-on-her-50th/) - Well, today is the day. I can't believe we are this old, but you will always be older, so I'm okay with that. In honor of your birthday, since I can't be with you to throw a huge party for you (and let's face it, I probably wouldn't even if you were next door), I - [Dance...you either get it or you don't](https://catsdailytangent.com/dance-you-either-get-it-or-you-dont/) - My daughter performed her solo recently, and I posted it online for all to see. If you are a dancer, and your video is up, that in and of itself is a big deal. That means it passed the litmus test for posting.... Many hit the editing room floor. Shortly after I posted the video, - [What are you looking at?](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-are-you-looking-at/) - I wish I knew what was in people's' heads. We are all unique, amazing human beings. We are all born with gifts and talents; some that come to fruition...and some that never develop. We all have strengths, we all have weaknesses.... One weakness I wish we would all lose that would instantly change everything..... is - [](https://catsdailytangent.com/2595-2/) - This time of year brings up so many memories of the past. It can be such a hard time of year, I have struggled many times myself over the years. I lost my dad when I was pregnant with my first child. I stood by my dad's bed, 5 months pregnant with his granddaughter and - [The country's losing it's civility](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-countrys-losing-its-civility/) - I'm officially fed up! I just read that someone decided to take a sledgehammer and pick ax to Donald Trumps star on the walk of fame..... I'm disgusted on so many levels, I don't know where to start. And before you get up in arms with your political views, this is NOT about politics. This - [When you give more than you recieve](https://catsdailytangent.com/when-you-give-more-than-you-recieve/) - There is a true balance to life. I have seen it time and again... down to the very basics of nature... flora and fauna, sunrise and sunset, yin and yang.... you name it.. balance is everything.... Today I was watching a show and I don't know why, but something hit me square in the face... - [Changing seasons of life](https://catsdailytangent.com/changing-seasons-of-life/) - Lately I feel lost. Yep...I said it... LOST!!! My whole life I had some sort of purpose or goal to work toward and now I find myself sitting back on heels and saying, "What the hell happened?" Life is full of twists and turns, and I know the ride isn't over yet. But as I'm - [In mourning for Gene](https://catsdailytangent.com/in-mourning-for-gene/) - Today we learned of the loss of Gene Wilder. He died at 83 years of age. To see the headlines was a punch to the stomach.... Another great is gone..... I read his story and I found he suffered from Alzheimer's. What a horrible way to go.... To know his family suffered with this diagnosis - [Oh the thinks you think](https://catsdailytangent.com/oh-the-thinks-you-think/) - It's funny where life leads you sometimes. As I have stated before, I lead my life in a careful unison of no risks and safe outcomes.... Only recently that changed and I didn't really realize just HOW that had changed for me...until I realized HOW that changed for me! I live my life in a - [Universal parenting smack in the face](https://catsdailytangent.com/universal-parenting-smack-in-the-face/) - Do you ever feel like the universe is talking to you? Like, you keep getting the same message over and over in different ways and when you hear it, you get choked up, but don't really know why?? Well, I kind of got smacked in the face and I need to acknowledge and proceed accordingly. - [Stop the judgement](https://catsdailytangent.com/stop-the-judgement/) - We live in such a judgmental society today. Everyone has something to say about EVERYTHING!! Everyone has an opinion and everyone else wants to judge any opinion that's spoken or any decision that's made. I have seen more ugly in recent times (and not just political) than I care to discuss at this point..... Here - [Over analyzing and Love](https://catsdailytangent.com/over-analyzing-and-love/) - I find it interesting that whomever reads my blog tends to internalize what they read and wonder if I'm writing about them! And the answer is...if you are thinking it...then YES, I AM! But maybe not..... See, I'm in my head all the time. I can't look at a noodle of dry spaghetti without wondering - [Fighting what is.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/fighting-what-is/) - Ever spend time wishing things were different? IF ONLY..... How many times have you said this in your life while rushing kids to their sports or sitting in traffic from your job that you hate, or waited at the Dr. office wondering why that guy who JUST WALKED IN gets to go FIRST??? Have you - [Travel vs. Reality](https://catsdailytangent.com/travel-vs-reality/) - Well, I'm in Hawaii.... one of the few places left on my bucket list. To be honest, I didn't even have a bucket list a few years ago...and only created a "bucket list" when I saw a movie and sat back and wondered what I'd really want in my life.... The only thing I could - [Catching the Fallout](https://catsdailytangent.com/catching-the-fallout/) - TODAY.WAS.HARD! Oh my gosh. I feel like everyone I encountered today is dealing with heavy hearts and trying their best to move forward in life. Life can really hit you hard sometimes,but today I feel like it hit me like a truck! Literally EVERYONE I interacted with had some heavy news to share and I - [Teach your teens about "friends"](https://catsdailytangent.com/teach-your-teens-about-friends/) - I have such a hard time holding my tongue when teenage girls talk about their floundering friendships. Part of me wants to scream, YOU HAVE NO FRIENDS AS A TEENAGER!!! The psychological warfare that happens in the teen years should be listed on "warfare" issues in america. Yet for many it goes undetected, and for - [Remember your Ground Zero](https://catsdailytangent.com/remember-your-ground-zero/) - I'm sitting here staring at my screen, wanting to write, but I have no real words.... All I know is my heart hurts and at the end of the day I will still make the same decision I made when I woke up. It's amazing how we can let the white noise around us, affect - [Every changing life](https://catsdailytangent.com/every-changing-life/) - It's amazing how life never slows down. I remember when I was pregnant OH SO MANY YEARS AGO, and I thought, I can't wait to meet my baby and be home with her. It will be GREAT!!! And it was...only it was a LOT harder than I anticipated! Mothers all around me giggled at my - [#Squadgoals](https://catsdailytangent.com/squadgoals/) - Today was an interesting and awesome day. In a normal day, I talk to various people. Some clients, some friends, some family. It wasn't always like this. As a kid, I was kind of a misfit. I pigeon holed myself to a few friends. They were EVERYTHING to me. But as life changes, so does - [What I've learned](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-ive-learned/) - This is such an emotional time of year. A time of reflection, a time of transition. Even if only from one school year to the next, it's a time fraught with reconciliation and decision. It's hard not to feel the pressure of what's to come. We all want the best in life and we are - [Crazy Lazy....](https://catsdailytangent.com/crazy-lazy/) - Have you ever thought about what a crazy lazy society we are anymore? We don't have to do ANYTHING for ourselves anymore including taking blame for our actions. I mean it takes a bit of effort to point the finger, but that doesn't seem to be an inconvenience on any level to many! We have - [My Rent A Son](https://catsdailytangent.com/my-rent-a-son/) - For one of his final projects, Rent a Son said I had to write a personality sketch about him. It's clearly stated on the paperwork for his project and it said, "Have someone close to you write about you and explain you as though they are telling it to someone who has never met you." - [Farewell to a great man](https://catsdailytangent.com/farewell-to-a-great-man/) - I was beyond saddened to hear of the passing of my former boss, Dr. Esmael Adibi. "Essie" (as I called him) worked as the director of the A. Gary Andersen Center for Economic Research at Chapman University. I worked for Essie for 5 years and learned so much from him. First thing I learned was, - [A day in the life of me....](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-day-in-the-life-of-me/) - Soooo, I had a free day today, like....FREE.... My computer was getting updated, my kids were off with friends, hubs at work.... I could clean my house or do something ....well... for ME! I pondered for all of 30 seconds and decided to take care of my aching back..so massage it was! I went online - [Letter to Moms](https://catsdailytangent.com/letter-to-moms/) - Dear Moms, I'm not an old mom, but I'm not new either. It's been bothering me for a while, and finally decided to sit down and put my thoughts into a post to share amongst, "My peers"..... Just a little backstory if you don't know me... I'm a daughter a sister a mother and a - [The Right to Choose](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-right-to-choose/) - Life is great! Really it is. I swear it.... I have no issues in my life and I'm always happy..... Oh wait.... scratch that... I have two teenagers in the house. And not just ANY teenagers...I have two GIRLS.... Yes, you may start praying for me now. Only, I have to be honest. So far - [The silver lining....](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-silver-lining/) - Gotta love life. You walk along and everything is fine...then one day, something changes that alters the course of your life. We can't always control what happens to us, but we can control how we react to it. You can accept it and go with it, or you can fight it all the way and - [Grief has no age](https://catsdailytangent.com/grief-has-no-age/) - Have you ever lost someone? Someone you loved and never imagined would or could leave you? Have you mourned their loss? Have you lost more than one person? Or multiple people at different times in your life? How was your grief? What was your mourning process? Do you feel better now? ............ I'm pretty sure - [Grappling...and coming to terms](https://catsdailytangent.com/grappling-and-coming-to-terms/) - Been feeling emotional lately. Not totally sure what is going on. Just know that I have been quite contemplative lately, and had quite a few tearful moments at random. Life is changing for me with the girls getting older and I'm struggling a bit to know my place anymore. It wasn't long ago, I was - [The Wink](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-wink/) - Did you ever stop and think about how powerful non verbal commumication is? It's absolutely huge and can literally change a situation without a word.... As a photographer, I'm paid to take pictures. But in all honesty it's more than that. It's about capturing moments..... Did you know that the two favorite parts on any - [](https://catsdailytangent.com/950-2/) - I've just had the most life affirming weekend, probably ever! In the last 4 days, I have had 5 commitments to attend for various reasons. Some were for pleasure, some for work, and some for moral obligation. Yes, that sounds rude, but hear me out.... Thursday night we had an opportunity to see some fellow - [Short end of the stick](https://catsdailytangent.com/short-end-of-the-stick/) - I'm going off today, because I just feel like it. I'm not going to sensor myself, like I normally do (believe it or not) because I'm having a day where I just feel like "EFF IT!" I'm a mom of two and a half (rent a son from Norway mostly takes care of himself) a - [Where to give?](https://catsdailytangent.com/where-to-give/) - Tis the season to be jolly, fa la la la la la la la la....... Fa la la la la la la..... hmmmm.... I see a lot of "fa" (if you know what I mean) but not a lot of La la la..... It's crazy time right now. Freeways are jammed, parking lots are full, - [How do YOU treat others?](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-do-you-treat-others/) - I kind of lost it today in a moments notice. I snapped. Just.lost.it....... Whether or not it was deserved, I'm not at liberty to say, but I think it came on the heels of many little things that led up to this moment. I've been "of less patience" lately, with people treating others as though - [Christmas Craziness - Make it stop](https://catsdailytangent.com/christmas-craziness-make-it-stop/) - Hubs just left to take the kids Black Friday Shopping. It's after 10am, so I'm curious if anything is left on the shelves for consumers to buy. I mean, if you don't get there at 5am you don't stand a chance....or um....3am...no wait, 10pm on Thanksgiving night.....Or January 1st for that matter, I don't really - [Implied love vs. spoken love](https://catsdailytangent.com/implied-love-vs-spoken-love/) - I think I'm a bit of a hard core person. I "love" people and I say "Love you" a lot, but tonight I realized something about myself that I kind of knew...but didn't really "know". In August, I acquired my nephew for the year. He was born and raised in Norway and is now 17. - [3 am and squiggly lines](https://catsdailytangent.com/823-2/) - Every time I wake up in the middle of the night...or just earlier than expected... I'm frought with worry and my brain stumbles around with all my inadequacies.... I feel like I completely mismanage my time and therefore my house looks like crap and I get behind in work. But then, I realize that I'm - [Negating someones pain](https://catsdailytangent.com/negating-someones-pain/) - Today was a horrible day. From the second I woke up, everything went wrong. One thing built upon the next and before I knew it, I realized I have had the worst day than I have had in recent history. With each thing that happened, the pressure in my head grew more and more tense. - [Silent inspiration](https://catsdailytangent.com/silent-inspiration/) - Have you ever watched someone over a period of time and find that there is something about them that intrigues you? People fascinate me! We are all just trying to get through this thing called life, and sometimes it's really hard! Sometimes it's all we can do to get out of bed! (that's me pretty much - [We've gotten tooooo biggggg](https://catsdailytangent.com/weve-gotten-tooooo-biggggg/) - It seems you can't make a call anywhere today without holding forever with the message of, "We are experiencing high call volume". YA ..... when are you NOT experiencing high call volume? And WHY haven't you hired MORE people to meet the demand of your overly large company? Anymore, we are all just numbers. My - [I'm an "Almost"](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-an-almost/) - What a weird day! I went out and bought a serger on a whim. What's a serger you ask? Well, it's that funky machine with at least a few spools of thread that finish the edges of your clothing for a more professional look! Only I don't know how to use it.....But I didn't care. - [Random Motivation](https://catsdailytangent.com/random-motivation/) - You ever tell your friend or family member the same thing over and over again to motivate them and they ignore you..... Then one day come home and say, "OMG, so and so told me blah blah blah and it was SO motivating!!!" (insert big eyed emoji here) And you find yourself staring at them - [Teen Push/Pull](https://catsdailytangent.com/teen-pushpull/) - Ever had a teenager? Ya... me neither. But I WAS a teenager once, and I thought I could "bring it all to the table" when it came my time to parent one. (Insert Minion Laughter here) This morning, I realized that my daughters are heading into full blown teenager-hood.... attitude, entitlement and all..... And as I - [Happy Monday](https://catsdailytangent.com/happy-monday/) - Today was a wierd day. I have, for the last few weeks, done my best to get in a vacation. The only actual vacation I took was an overnight in Julian. But it was a great mental break, one I was desperately in need of, and grateful to have! The past few weeks I have - [Beware the message......](https://catsdailytangent.com/beware-the-message/) - Words hurt. Words scar. Ever wonder how your words affect another? Well you should! Take it from me! I shoot from the hip. My words don't always come out right, even though I NEVER mean to hurt anyone. Sometimes I just can't stop myself. In the past few years, I have had quite a few - [Who has your power?](https://catsdailytangent.com/who-has-your-power/) - This last week I have been struggling with where I'm putting my focus. As a mom of two VERY busy kids, and a business of my own to run, I have a squirrel-brained life of jumping from one thing to the next. Somehow, over the last few years, I have gotten into a more negative - [Do NOT underestimate your child's need for help](https://catsdailytangent.com/do-not-underestimate-your-childs-need-for-help/) - This weekend was a heavy one.... Five children, young high school aged, lost their lives in a a fiery crash on the way home from a fun event at a theme park. News of the crash rippled quickly through the community and shortly thereafter, the names of the deceased..... They were kids from our own - [Robin Williams](https://catsdailytangent.com/robin-williams/) - You know; it's been a few weeks since the passing of Robin Williams. When I heard the news I was dumbfounded. I didn't want to believe it. So many thoughts went through my mind, I literally couldn't process it. And the truth was....I didn't want to. For weeks, I avoided any links to him. Everyone - [Decisions lead to more decisions....](https://catsdailytangent.com/decisions-lead-to-more-decisions/) - So, I'm sitting in my hotel room in Palm Springs. The girls are asleep, it's still early - 7:50am to be exact. I've been up for over an hour now. I have scoured Facebook, and my email and even edited a session as I wait for the kids to wake up. I realize I haven't - [From which side do you choose to look?](https://catsdailytangent.com/from-which-side-do-you-choose-to-look/) - Did you know that there are MULTIPLE ways to look at any situation? Most of us have our narrow view. We see things through our own experiences and our own emotions. But have you ever sat down and tried to actually manipulate the way you see something? I remember years (okay, well DECADES) ago, when - [Unique gifts and qualities](https://catsdailytangent.com/unique-gifts-and-qualities/) - My kids are at 'that' age. I thought it was a long time coming, but damn time goes by quickly! They are at the transitioning ages between our babies, and "I don't need your advice!" Thankfully they haven't reached the latter yet, but it's coming, I can feel it. Right now, they are simply at - [](https://catsdailytangent.com/756-2/) - It's funny, I went from blogging every day to darned near CRICKETS! Truth is, I always have SOMETHING to write about because my mind is always reeling. AND, I have started a few blog posts, only to realize it's not in my best interest to post them as they were more "venting" than productive. Sometimes - [You become what you think about most](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-become-what-you-think-about-most/) - Do you ever sit back and think about your lot in life and wonder, "How did I get here?" Well, I kind of do that every day and sometimes I shake my head. But the truth is, I got myself here. Our destination is the sum of all decisions made, day in and day out. - [Dear Children (and your parents), This is for you](https://catsdailytangent.com/dear-children-and-your-parents-this-is-for-you/) - I have been married for 15 years. FIFTEEN! Do you know how weird it is to say that? Pretty weird since I'm only 29! (I know, I know....but a girl can dream, can't she?) You learn a lot when you are married (or single, or whatever). Truth is, if you are paying attention, you learn - [Who hates me now?](https://catsdailytangent.com/who-hates-me-now/) - Do you ever feel, as a parent, you are always disappointing SOMEONE? Today it's a child, yesterday it was the husband, the day before that it was the other child and so on and so on and so on..... It's a never ending cycle. I remember when I gave birth to my first child I - [Sad reminders](https://catsdailytangent.com/sad-reminders/) - So, I just found out one of my family members is in failing health. My heart is breaking and there is nothing I can do about it. I'm reliving my fathers passing of not so many years ago. This happens to be one of his siblings. The last surviving one. What the hell.... Why does - [You think you're all THAT???](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-think-youre-all-that/) - People please.... for the love of whomever you believe in I beg you..... get OVER yourselves. This may shock you, but I'm gonna go off here for a minute..... I have had or been witness to multiple people complaining about pictures that have been posted of them on facebook. We've all been there. You get - [It's always something.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/its-always-something/) - I read blog posts all the time about how "happy" people are. And I do believe that they are happy..... or have happy moments they want to gush over, therefore post about their euphoria. I've done it too. But as I read these posts, I am aware of many who struggle in the process of - [Halloween FAIL](https://catsdailytangent.com/halloween-fail/) - Ever have the universe keep trying to give you signs, but you ignore them until they hit you between the eyes? Ya, that's me. This time of year is difficult, because I'm juggling so much, I can't keep anything straight. I clearly need an assistant, but don't have time to find one, and frankly can't - [Waiting for the right time](https://catsdailytangent.com/waiting-for-the-right-time/) - I was talking to a friend last night who said she is really impressed with my recent activities in running and exercise. And she gave me the look I am all to familiar with ...... that look of, 'It's great for you, but not for me". I have had that look myself so many times - [Song....Soul](https://catsdailytangent.com/song-soul/) - Ever hear a song that rips not only at your heartstrings, but your soul? Ya.... I had that experience. More than once. In this instance, I heard the song many times before I started dissecting it. And I started dissecting it because I wanted to cry every time I heard it and wasn't sure why. - [How you start your day is how well your day goes](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-you-start-your-day-is-how-well-your-day-goes/) - Yesterday I woke up and turned on the TV. Normally, I wake up and go downstairs and get a big glass of water and decide what I want for breakfast. But instead, I turned on the TV to finish a movie I started the night before. As I laid in bed, I liked the feeling - [ntoehrHow do you see the world?](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-do-you-see-the-world/) - I have an interesting lunch today with a friend. We talked - in a nutshell - about how we all view the world so differently. I'm currently at odds with another friend because I see something very differently than she sees it. And in my world I don't see how she can't see my point of - [Pretzels anyone???](https://catsdailytangent.com/pretzels-anyone/) - Today was a nice day. We had tickets to go see a friend play Molly in the production of Annie at the South Coast Repertory. It was a special treat kind of day. We started with a group lunch at Maggianos. I had never been there before but heard raves about the place, so as soon - [An honest truth.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-honest-truth/) - So, yesterday I got a little excited and cleaned my kitchen up as a friend was coming over and I'm a bit tired of saying, "Please excuse the house" even though she's seen it a million times and doesn't show that she cares. It took me mere minutes of furious cleaning to get the job - [My Week with Marilyn](https://catsdailytangent.com/my-week-with-marilyn/) - So, I finally got to see the Movie "My Week with Marilyn". I started watching it on a plane a few years ago and couldn't get into it because there were too many distractions. It moved slow in the beginning, so I dropped it. This morning, I was up early, so I turned on the - [WHOM do you see when you read?](https://catsdailytangent.com/whom-do-you-see-when-you-read/) - So..... I'm sitting in my hammock with my laptop - actually shivering a bit because it's on the chilly side, and I'm reflecting on my last post and my evening with friends... Some posts are more popular than others. They may get read, but they don't always go over well. And I'm okay with that. What - [Goin' OFF!!!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/goin-off/) - So, the other night I had a conversation with my child about my..... well.... demeanor! Apparently, when she does something that requires a "talkin' to".... deMEANOR I get!!! I asked her what she meant and she said "You're SCARY!" I said, "Oh really? How so?" She said, "you just get mad and yell at people!" - [In theory......](https://catsdailytangent.com/in-theory/) - So yet another event is happening at my house. But it's only with family.... And in honor of this event, I'm going to do something unique....We are going to play a little Q and A today..... Q. Why is it only with family? Do you ever invite "outsiders"? Well, let me tell you.... Every time - [(once again) The Art of Communication........](https://catsdailytangent.com/once-again-the-art-of-communication/) - Ladies and Gentlemen; I like to live by a few rules.... one of the most important lessons I have learned in life is this..... If you WANT to keep a relationship alive; the communication must be alive. If you want to kill a relationship; just quit talking. Quit communicating, just.....STOP! Relationships are like gardens. If - [Don't Judge](https://catsdailytangent.com/dont-judge/) - I remember before I had kids I would judge every move a parent would make. If I saw a kid talking back and a parent did nothing I was appalled. When I saw teens rolling their eyes at their parents and the parents didn't react I couldn't believe what I saw! "HOW could they let - [So, you think you can dance?](https://catsdailytangent.com/so-you-think-you-can-dance/) - Dance is a universal language. I grew up watching my parents dance and I loved it! I think watching their faces as they danced inspired me to love dancing as much as I did. Because I realized at a young age, that no matter what fight they had between them (and they DID fight), it could - [Guffawww Thursday.......](https://catsdailytangent.com/guffawww-thursday/) - Well, it's Friday! I venture to say it's been a great week. I feel pretty accomplished. I can't exactly say what I have done other than Workout a few times and get some of my events uploaded.... Well, actually, that's pretty good, so I'll take it! Yesterday was a funny day. I had a friend - [Balance and time](https://catsdailytangent.com/balance-and-time/) - Maybe it's my age, or it's possible that I'm just done with certain things. I feel like I'm splitting hairs at times and I feel like negativity is creeping into my bones. I don't like it, but I don't know how to stop it. I'm in the process of planning the next of our lives - [What begets what?](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-begets-what/) - Funny how one good choice begets another! Yesterday I made a pact with myself to do 5 things towards my goal of losing a few pounds. First order of business was to work out! So I did!! And I felt really good....and really out of shape. I came from a place of working out FIVE - [Five a day](https://catsdailytangent.com/five-a-day/) - Very strange. I sat down to my computer and I feel compelled to write. I have nothing on the forefront of my mind, so I'm not sure what is going to come out, but I seriously felt like logging on and writing, so here I am. It's just before 8am. I just let the dogs - [Parental guidance? Or passive agreement](https://catsdailytangent.com/parenting-guidance-or-friendly/) - I'm sitting in my backyard mulling over my life. I haven't written in a while, and though I find freedom from not forcing myself to write every day, I'm realizing that my ability to recognize things has slowed. I'm thinking about parenting and the importance the role has and how much pressure we have on - [Happy Dancing.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/happy-dancing/) - Today was so nice!!! I got to do a bunch of things, one of which was to VEG OUT!!! Some people don't get me. I LOVE hanging with my friends, but there are times I need to pull back a bit and enjoy the balance of total quiet time!! I had a friend who hung - [Nationals Dance Competition](https://catsdailytangent.com/nationals-dance-competition/) - Well, here we are once again! Nationals in Palm Springs! It took us a whole year to get here from last nationals. And it feels like yesterday. A slightly different group of people; some old, some new. An eclectic mix as always. I really looked forward to coming back here! This year, I decided to - [Circle of Life](https://catsdailytangent.com/circle-of-life/) - Boy it's funny how life circulates and repeats itself from generation to generation!I'm having one of those flashback moments from being a kid to being a parent. I thought it would all die with me, because I thought that I was the only one who ever went through what I went through. Little did I - [Reflections of dear old dad.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/reflections-of-dear-old-dad/) - So, I know Fathers Day just passed on Sunday. And as much as I would like to say I celebrated; my dad hasn't been here for just over 13 years now. And though I would like to say it gets easier with time; the truth is it doesn't. And it does. This week my sister - [Another NO???](https://catsdailytangent.com/another-no/) - I just turned down "Yet ANOTHER" invitation to a party due to a dance conflict. This has become our life. And for better or worse, it's a commitment we made; and as we teach and tell our kids they must follow through - so must we, as parents!!! Last night I had Mom Crew Hip - [Help me now!](https://catsdailytangent.com/help-me-now/) - OH M'Gosh.... WHERE does the time go??? Tonight we went to a block party with our neighbors. It was an eye-opening experience. All the kids who joined were SO GROWN UP!!! What an awful experience! If THEY grew up.... that means I grew OLDER!!! When did this happen??? As I watched these kids gather in - [Being a Mom](https://catsdailytangent.com/being-a-mom/) - Today is Mothers Day. And though it doesn't turn out to be for me, because both my and my husbands moms are here and we celebrate them; I can't help but reflect on how my life has changed since being a mom!! I remember "Pre" babies, I would have PLENTY to say to moms about - [Strange Transition](https://catsdailytangent.com/strange-transition/) - As many know from my non Poker Face and my recent posts that these last few weeks have been pretty awful, emotionally for me. And if you know me for any length of time, you know that I tend to withdraw from time to time to regroup my brain and my life. Well this past - [craziness.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/craziness/) - I have written a few blogs lately, yet I haven't posted. Some things aren't meant to be seen by 'normal' people! Suffice it to say, it's been an emotional roller coaster lately!! I swear my life is one big graph and I'm not sure which day is going to be up or down. Last night - [Choice or chance](https://catsdailytangent.com/choice-or-chance/) - I've decided to force myself to write this morning. Clearly there is something brewing in my brain that is driving me here, so let's see what's going on. Since my last post, I have had little resolution. And as I mull it all over in my mind, I think to myself; what can one do - [crossroads](https://catsdailytangent.com/crossroads/) - Every so often I find I withdraw a bit from life. I've blogged about this before, so if you have followed my blog at all, this is a "ya ya yaaaa" post. But I find that every time I get here, it's for different reasons. Recently over the last month I have had some things - [How full is your life?](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-full-is-your-life/) - Have you ever thought of what your life is comprised of? Do you have a full life or are you left feeling empty? We all go through varying levels of satisfaction, but do you ever really examine your life to ensure fullfillment? I once had a man tell me, I'm not fulfilled because I hadn't - [Who can you rely on?](https://catsdailytangent.com/who-can-you-rely-on/) - Well, so far this year has been a doozy!!! Today I was dealt a blow and my heart literally hurts. It was a decision that affects one of my children and despite the fact that I know these things can happen, I can't help but feel the pain knowing how this will affect my child. - [Gearing up for WHAT??](https://catsdailytangent.com/gearing-up-for-what/) - Well, it's been a few days since I have blogged. It's been so busy I have had a hard time catching up. But today something hit me, and I think it was my ego..... What exactly does that mean?? Well...it means I think I had a reality slap! Let me explain..... I can officially call - [Really?](https://catsdailytangent.com/really/) - Today was a total mixed bag of crap. Is that candid enough??? I dealt with a whole spectrum of issues; none of which made me happy. Some days just plain suck! And there is nothing you can do about it. Even if it involves your kids and they are staring at you with hope....there is - [Internalizing 'not success'](https://catsdailytangent.com/internalizing-not-success/) - So, I won't lie.this weeks competition was a bit of a disappointment for many. I witnessed strange things happen to the extent of a wizard curse! (Yes, I have watched one too many "Wizards of Waverly Place". I watched my girls this weekend go out and give it all they got. But in the end, - [Psychological Girl Warfare](https://catsdailytangent.com/psychological-girl-warfare/) - Girls are bitches. There, I said it! And I meant it! I've always heard raising boys is easier. I swear after the stories I hear, I totally believe it! Boys probably use 3 words to a girls 10 and their emotional level is a bit more calm which makes friendships a little ....well, different. Not - [In the out crowd....](https://catsdailytangent.com/in-the-out-crowd/) - Ever have a day where you find out all sorts of information about your family from outside sources??? In the course of 15 minutes, I found out something about Avery, Aspen AND Chris from outside sources that I had NO IDEA of!!! What kind of mom/wife am I that I am not privy to information??? - [Art is subjective.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/art-is-subjective/) - Okay, SOOOOOO....... it's my last night in Vegas! WHAT have I learned????? Wow, just writing that sends a million emotions and thoughts flooding to the forefronts of my mind! But I will tell you in short, because I am tired and I will likely need to wake in the morning! I learned that ART IS - [Instinct vs Impact](https://catsdailytangent.com/instinct-vs-impact/) - Did you ever realize how you become numb to someone elses actions and tone when you live with it so long?? And then one day it hits you that you are being disrespected; only you are so used to it that you let it slide? Ya...that happens here sometimes. I always talk about being Ella - [Annual Enrichment](https://catsdailytangent.com/annual-enrichment/) - Well, it's almost that time. In a few days, I'm headed to Vegas for the annual photographers conference. A place where I meet people, take classes and cram my brain full of as much information as I can hold for the next year. As with any profession, it's important to stay current. I have gotten - [A New day...a new acknowledgement](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-new-day-a-new-acknowledgement/) - I'm on a bit of a rampage lately. The other day I wrote about feeling unappreciated and I got a huge response. Today I'm going to talk about what YOU can do, because I think it's overlooked way too often. Are you ready????? Write a note of appreciation to someone who likely has NO idea - [Turning tables and calling uncle](https://catsdailytangent.com/turning-tables-and-calling-uncle/) - Last night I decided to go to the garage and practice my hip hop dance for our MV Mom crew. I can only learn by repetition and I'm very thankful to have my garage to practice, because I need a LOT of help!!! Aspen was out there first dancing and practicing, so you can say - [Unappreciation](https://catsdailytangent.com/unappreciation/) - So I have had a few conversations lately about people feeling unappreciated. Appreciate: 1.Recognize the full worth of. 2.Be grateful for (something). We've all been there....Parents, friends, husbands, wives, friends, employess.....it's across the board!! Have YOU ever felt unappreciated??? -Parents give up their lives to care for their kids, yet kids just ask for more - [A little freedom](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-little-freedom/) - So, I haven't been blogging every day and as much as I would like to say I am bothered by it - I am not. It has been nice not to rack my brain for things to write. A lot has been happening and I have been running it all through in my mind, but - [Lessons](https://catsdailytangent.com/lessons/) - Heavy week...... I'd like to say it was a good week, but some weeks lay heavier on your heart than others. Life is all about lessons. If it were all perfect, where would the appreciaton be? As they say, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. But then there are the days you wonder how - [Anatomy of a Report](https://catsdailytangent.com/anatomy-of-a-report/) - I almost had another "Fail" as a mother yesterday...... You ever leave your kids to their own devices thinking, "GREAT! They are showing initiative and not asking for help; they got this handled!!!"......only to find out there was a "MAY DAY, MAY DAY" out in the universe on their behalf??? Ya...that was me yesterday! Avery - [I have been compelled.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/i-have-been-compelled/) - Yes, it's been a few days since I blogged. I won't lie; it's been nice. I have been too busy to stop and think about what I want to write. But after this weekend of fierce competition with out little dancers, I'm going to give some insight as to what a competition is actually like! - [Craziness abounds....](https://catsdailytangent.com/craziness-abounds/) - So competition is this weekend and I'm in full swing getting ready. Bacon is cooking for bacon egg and cheese burritos. Later I will do banana bread, cookies and pack my coffee machine. This drives my husband crazy! But I like my creature comforts. I hate foraging for food and I don't want to pay - [Pain is invisible.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/pain-is-invisible/) - It's amazing what you can put up with, when you have to! About a week ago, I turned wrong and my rib went out in my back. As soon as it happened, I felt it, and to breathe, or inhale deeply was painful. Forget Yawning! I couldn't inflate my lungs enough to get a good - [Gelato???](https://catsdailytangent.com/gelato/) - Soooo....... my HUSBAND asked if I wrote my blog today! Is is possible that HE is missing the words I write daily? Is it possible that HE is aware that I have been slacking??? Well, whether or not that is the case, I will take it as a gentle reminder that I haven't written. I - [Gearing up](https://catsdailytangent.com/gearing-up/) - Today ore costumes filtered in. Aspen's team tried on the new creations and donned their makeup to get ready for competition. You can almost feel the energy as if getting in a car and starting the engine. All you have to do is put it in gear and go! The girls will be wearing makeup - [What DO I believe?????](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-do-i-believe/) - Well, it's Valentines Day! Happy Valentines day to the people who buy into it!! Every year it comes and EVERY year my husband asks; "Are we doing anything for each other?" And every year my answer is the same, "NO!" And I mean it!! It's a Hallmark holiday and though I think it's cute for - [An aha moment](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-aha-moment/) - This last weekend I went to YAGP. What is that??? It is Youth American Grand Prix; which is an elite dance competition. Normally, our girls go to competitions that are "convention-like". They are packed, and loud and very commercial feeling. But YAGP is different. It is the upper- echelon of dance competitions. With regular dance competitions, - [YOU train people how to treat you!!!!! (train them well!)](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-train-people-how-to-treat-you-train-them-well/) - Okay, I'm gonna have it out! I have had a few friends this week tell me situations that TOTALLY sucked for them. But when I dissected the series of events that led up to it, I realized their plight was completely avoidable. But in both cases, it was easier to concede than to argue. Well - [So, how do I feel????](https://catsdailytangent.com/so-how-do-i-feel/) - So, it would appear I missed a day! First thing this morning I got a question posed to me; "I was just curious how you felt about missing day?" I don't know why this question put me in a bad mood; because frankly I stated not long ago that I would not guarantee and "every - [A ride on the anxiety train!!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-ride-on-the-anxiety-train/) - So....many people don't realize what anxiety is! Unless you have been tortured by it like I have, you may not realize how it manifests. So I am here to tell you about it.... About a year ago (closer to two) I started feeling this weird sensation in my stomach. There wasn't any other symptoms other - [Birthday Do-over?](https://catsdailytangent.com/birthday-do-over/) - So..... there's this mom........... Have you ever compared your efforts to the efforts of an amazing over the top personality that you could never live up to (or want to for that matter?) Well, yesterday was my husbands birthday! And I had high aspirations, I swear I did!! Just like every year! It's nice to - [A long and scattered day](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-long-and-scattered-day/) - Totally weird day! I got everything done that I didn't have on my 'immediate' list. Sometimes your day is guided by events. Today was that day! Very busy, yet not a 'focused-productive' day like I was hoping for! This morning I was doing my best to get comfortable. My low back was killing me. Every - [Plugging and Bugging.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/plugging-and-bugging/) - There always seems to be a consequence for taking a day off! Today, I'm sore and a bit lazy. I don't regret taking the time off, because mentally, I'm feeling more relaxed today and that goes a long way when you are trying to get stuff done. I have a few full plates this week. - [Superbowl Sunday](https://catsdailytangent.com/superbowl-sunday/) - Well, I just kind of woke up. Superbowl was kind of a snoozer. I think the Ravens won, but I fell asleep! It was a super mellow day; one we don't get very often. Aspen is still sick so we did nothing with a capital "N". We had to cancel our Superbowl party, but Avery still insisted - [Fancy Dancing](https://catsdailytangent.com/fancy-dancing/) - I have done more fancy dancing in the last 24 hours then I have in a long time!!! It's amazing how one sick child can rock your world!!! Thankfully, I have a bit of a support system to call in; but coordinating.....OY VEY!!! Tonite is Aspen's dance teacher's performance. Everyone from the studio is going. I declined - [Doctor go round.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/doctor-go-round/) - Well, I broke down and went to a nutritionist. Have you ever done that? For a while somethind hasn't been totally right with my digestion; and I was crippled as to where to go for help. Because if you ever noticed; whichever doctor you choose can help you! If I go to a chiropractor; they - [An Interesting Lesson!](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-interesting-lesson/) - So, today was my reading day with my little fifth graders. If you follow my blog at all, you know that they aren't the most astute group and don't 'love' reading. So to go every week, I have just as much enthusiasm as they do! And I can tell this when I walk in the - [Coulda shoulda woulda......](https://catsdailytangent.com/coulda-shoulda-woulda/) - What a day! I started out having to give blood! I'm having my blood checked to make sure I'm healthy. Fine! Starve from midnight to the next morning; fine! Go to the blood place early; fine. Wrong place - NOT fine! Find the right place; fine. Walk in and sign in; fine. Find out that - [Flips and flops](https://catsdailytangent.com/flips-and-flops/) - So this weekend I got the opportunity to shoot Dance team pictures. It's not my normal gig; but I was very excited to do it. I am around these kids all the time and now to have the chance to document their moment in time with their costumes and their teams. It was a bit - [Busy-ness and fabness](https://catsdailytangent.com/busy-ness-and-fabness/) - Under the wire; not going to miss a day! Sessions went great (aside from when the backdrop fell on a team; but they handled it like champions and on we pressed!) Showcase was amazing; have much to share; but in the morning, when my eyes aren't closing! So proud to be a mom of two - [Parenting or Parenting.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/parenting-or-parenting/) - When is enough too much? Yesterday, I reamed a kid because I am tired of listening to his excuses. Almost every day that I go pick up carpool, he has an excuse as to why he isn't waiting for me! And I'm not the only one who picks him up. This morning I asked the other - [Closing the gap](https://catsdailytangent.com/closing-the-gap/) - I'm loving the rain this morning. As I was waking up, I could hear the pounding on the roof and I snuggled deeper into the blankets......until I realized that I am responsible for carpool today. And then I just ducked my head under the covers and tried to hide!! Yesterday I wrote about divorce. The - [The "D" word......](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-d-word/) - Three, count 'em, THREE talks of divorce this week!! Not by me or for me, so stick your tongues back in and don't go spreading rumors. What is UP with people in my age group ending their marriages??? It breaks my heart. But more specifically, it makes me wonder...... I don't judge anyone who gets - [Where'd you come from?](https://catsdailytangent.com/whered-you-come-from/) - Got one home sick today. Not full-blown sick, but "I think I'm gonna throw up" sick. Upset stomach; didn't want breakfast.... Well, there went my day! I'm watching the other one go out the door and she's so little..... I thought years ago, that when my kids got to a certain age, I would feel - [You got what?](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-got-what/) - I was thinking about my blog and all that I write. Yes it is very random and many times uninspired (as well as uninspiring). There are times I wonder why I write when I have to force something out of me. It's not that I can't pull something out; it's just that what I'm usually - [Dance pics](https://catsdailytangent.com/dance-pics/) - I'm feeling really blessed lately with all this awesome weather and a 3 day weekend. Except for the fact that every minute was scheduled with dance. This is the part of dance where I go "hummmmm". I have some friends taking their kids to the snow today and I can't. Between the two kids they - [MOOKIEEEEEEE](https://catsdailytangent.com/mookieeeeeee/) - Today we started Hip Hop for Mom's crew. What a day!!! As we walked in it was a lot of new faces. You could tell the new from the old. And when I say 'old' I mean seasoned. Last years model..... It was a whole different vibe from last year. Last year was a room - [Change it up](https://catsdailytangent.com/change-it-up/) - I decided to try something 'new'. It's not totally new, but I haven't done it in a while and decided to give it another whirl.... I slept with the curtains and windows open. Normally, I close everything in so the morning sun doesn't wake me up too early. But I have been having a hard - [My process](https://catsdailytangent.com/my-process/) - Ever question yourself incessantly, unnecessarily, and relentlessly? Ya....that's me! Yesterday something happened that really surprised me and I had to deal with it. And "dealing with it" involved a couple of different parties. All in all, I think it's resolved, but in the aftermath of it all, I replay it over and over and over - [Quoi?](https://catsdailytangent.com/quoi/) - Kind of weird to ask your daughter if she wants to skip school and go to Disneyland and she says, "Well, I have something at school I want to do!" .........QUOI????? (french for "WHAT???) THIS, coming from the kid who regularly chants every day after dance, "OHHH WHY DOES THERE HAVE TO BE SCHOOL????" So naturally, when - [Reading and then some](https://catsdailytangent.com/reading-and-then-some/) - So, yes I lost my reading book with my reading group. And yes, I did yell at one of the kids for not having his book with him. Because he is not me and NO, I didn't tell him that I lost my book!! It's none of his business. Today was the last day of - [Under the wire......](https://catsdailytangent.com/under-the-wire/) - Oh snap..... almost forgot. HOW could that BE???? It's been going on 2 years I have written every day. And I would have forgotten if I wasn't watching "Under the Tuscan Sun". A wonderful movie that reminds me to not take myself too seriously and be careful what you wish for.... because you may GET - [Dramarama](https://catsdailytangent.com/dramarama/) - Okay, so we Californians are a bit....um....let's just say it; WHINEY!!! Yes it's cold outside. I got up this morning and it was 58 in my house!! I have layers I can put on, as well as the heater; but I decided this morning to post it on Facebook. And when I did, I started - [Act and you shall be.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/act-and-you-shall-be/) - Had a slow start to my day. Didn't feel like getting out of bed. Even though we had plans, my desire to stay warm and cozy in my bed with my flannel pjs. I'm getting a little tired of being cold. I have had a chill for the last few weeks and once I get - [Movie night](https://catsdailytangent.com/movie-night/) - Last night we came home and looked for a movie to watch. I settled on it for us; "An Unfinished Life" with Robert Redford, Morgan Freeman and Jennifer Lopez. It's a simple movie; not a lot going on. It's more of a story, so you have to listen to the dialog. I love movies like - [Closure](https://catsdailytangent.com/closure/) - If you think your subconscious isn't that powerful, then can you please explain why the last two days my brain has been filled with things where I have no closure? Literally, out of the blue, I have had 3 different dreams; all dealing with things I 'thought' I had settled and let go. But my brain - [Words and Actions](https://catsdailytangent.com/words-and-actions/) - Ever been a victim of your actions? Ya....me too! People don't realize they react based on their emotions and end up acting out as a result. There is a saying that I use (in my mind) frequently; "Your actions are speaking so loudly, I can't hear what you are saying!" When someone is boldface yelling - [Dates or Times.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/dates-or-times/) - So, yesterday was our Anniversary. Yay us. So far so good. I know some people make a big deal of their anniversaries, but I gotta be honest.... I'm more interested in the day we met then the date we decided to make it official. We have been together since 1995. That's nearly 17 years of - [An anniversary tale](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-anniversary-tale/) - SO......today is our 14 year wedding anniversary. A lot's happened since I met Chris. We've buried a parent, gone through two miscarriages, two houses, and we are so far surviving two children. We've gone through a recession, unemployment, re-employment , divorces of some of our friends as well as re-marriages.......and various other events. I'd say - [Woop there it is....](https://catsdailytangent.com/woop-there-it-is/) - Woooohooooo......let the New year begin!!! Where oh where did the vacation go? It's a real bummer that the kids were let out of school a mere few days before Christmas. It was seriously like having no vacation at all. Not that we went anywhere, that wasn't the point. It just seemed that we literally had - [Never doubt](https://catsdailytangent.com/never-doubt/) - Yesterday I went out of my comfort zone and headed up the hill to Arrowhead to spend the night with people I've never met. It's now morning; two of them are gone and I missed saying goodbye....and I'm sad. Something happens as you get older. You start shedding some of your fears and doubts. True, - [Out of the zone.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/out-of-the-zone-2/) - This afternoon, I am going out of my comfort zone. I'm heading up the hill to Arrowhead to spend the night with a bunch of girls; most whom I've never met! And I can't wait! I haven't decided whether I will bring my computer or just wing it. I do have a bit of work - [Clipped Wings](https://catsdailytangent.com/clipped-wings/) - My heart is sad for a friend who is going through a rough time. I hate when my friends aren't happy!! Ever feel powerless to help someone? Knowing that if you could just be there with them, they would get through it? And with every day they would get stronger and eventually not need you - [What am I blogging for?](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-am-i-blogging-for/) - Yes, I ended my title in a preposition. I'll be hearing from my mother for sure! But it's a really good question? What AM I blogging for? I started this about 20 months ago....My goal was to write every day. And by golly, I have!! My subjects are across the board; everything from kids, to - [Vacation Brain](https://catsdailytangent.com/vacation-brain/) - I'm sitting here, tapping on the keyboard, looking for something to say. This morning, I'm taking Aspen to dance and then I'm going back myself to take pictures. Not exactly a relaxing day, but not a high stress one either. I'm rather getting cozy with my kids, enjoying what little time off we have had. - [New Year](https://catsdailytangent.com/new-year/) - Wow...2012 is behind us. How'd that work for you? Does anyone else find themselves reflecting on what went right and what could have gone better? I find myself doing that every day! Last night was no different. I had one of those days where things came out a little.....off!!! I swear sometimes I get possessed - [Fate?](https://catsdailytangent.com/fate/) - I am blogging late in the day. I have to leave in 15 minutes, so I need to make this fast! It's New Years Eve. I haven't been paying attention; I thought it was tomorrow. Again, one more thing creeping up on me because I'm not paying attention. I'm not even sure what day of - [You declared WHAT???](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-declared-what/) - You would think with vacation time that we are together non-stop. But the truth is, with Nutcracker just recently behind us, the dust is still settling on our schedules. This weekend we were hoping to harness some of our vacation. So yesterday, Chris and I tried to have a 'date night'. He barely sees me in December and - [Should I stay or should I go?](https://catsdailytangent.com/should-i-stay-or-should-i-go/) - I see a lot of posts on Facebook of people and their travels. Always find it weird to talk to someone one morning face to face and then see their post of New York or somewhere posted on Facebook just a few hours later. We don't do a ton of travelling. We never really have. - [New and updated](https://catsdailytangent.com/new-and-updated/) - So, I got a new Iphone 5. Yippee. I'm more excited that I'm away from AT&T because in our area, they are not a good carrier. I went back and forth about the Iphone 5 vs. the 4s. My husband said Siri was made for people like me, so I would have gotten that either way. And - [Change of plans](https://catsdailytangent.com/change-of-plans/) - Yesterday was such a nice day. We started the day at South Coast Plaza. Aspen wanted to get a shirt with her birthday money. She really wanted it, because she dragged me out of the house the day after Christmas to make sure it was still there!! As luck would have it; it WAS there - [Back to it](https://catsdailytangent.com/back-to-it/) - Well, yesterday was fun running around from family to family. We had a nice time visiting with all and in the end I felt shamelessly spoiled with the gifts I got. But as I'm wearing much of them today, I'm not that shameless!!! :D This morning, I had to take Aspen to get a shirt - [How much is too much???](https://catsdailytangent.com/how-much-is-too-much/) - Up at 7am - rather dragged out of bed by two eager kids. We celebrated Christmas last night with my in-laws, mom and friend. It was really nice and gift wrap was flying EVERYWHERE!!! The kids were spoiled with goodies and off they went to bed. Then, this morning, they couldn't wait for....well...MORE gifts. From Santa - [Final hours](https://catsdailytangent.com/final-hours/) - I woke up at 5:30 again, but refused to get up. Didn't fall back until after 6am. Then saw the clock again at 7:30. MUCH to do and very little time. Half the presents are wrapped and the house is a mess. A COLOSSAL mess. I passed the kids room, threatened their lives if they don't - [What now???](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-now/) - What a weird day! I was supposed to have a very productive day. But waking up at 10am changed all that! As it is our first 'day off' in a very long time, I was thankful there was nothing pressing. However, there is still MUCH to be done!!! But something just pulled me into lazy - [Light at the end of the tunnel](https://catsdailytangent.com/light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel/) - I can't believe today is the actual Nutcracker day! Months of preparation come down to this. Last night I got a glimpse as it was the on-stage dress rehearsal. I came in and out, but was mostly out as I was taking cast pictures. It was so much fun to see what little I did. - [You said WHAT????](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-said-what/) - It's getting harder and harder to keep up. Today was 'GO' from the second I jumped out of bed! It was an amazing day full of fun friends and talent! I found out that one of my blogs may have hit people on a wrong note. It wasn't my intention. And I told myself I would - [Nutcracker and Volunteers](https://catsdailytangent.com/nutcracker-and-volunteers/) - Last night I stayed up until Midnight cutting out petals for Nutcracker. The show is a mere days away and there is still much to be done!! I'm very excited for the costumes, because I know the seamstresses have been working tirelessly to recreate many of the costumes for the show. I've watched time and - [Countdown......](https://catsdailytangent.com/countdown/) - Oh, it's countdown. I'm chipping away at the list but there is still MUCH to be done!!! There's Nutcracker, Christmas Eve, Housecleaning, purchasing, wrapping, etc.... I'd say cooking, but as I sent my kids to bed last night without dinner (totally didn't realize it until AFTER they had gone to bed!!) They had a late - [An emotion behind every reaction](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-emotion-behind-every-reaction/) - Last night I got in trouble with one of my kids. I yelled at her! God forbid! She didn't understand my panic, just reacted to my tone and the rest was done! I was sitting in the dining room at the table and smelled sulfur. That, to me, is BURNING!!! I'm guessing electrical wires! Something - [PJ Day? Or not......](https://catsdailytangent.com/pj-day-or-not/) - I had a plan to keep my kids home today and call it "PJ DAY". I've been missing my kids with dance and other stuff. But the truth is, when I think about all the things I have to get done and I look at my house I realize this is a great day to - [What kind of Mom are you???](https://catsdailytangent.com/what-kind-of-mom-are-you/) - This week I've had a few conversations with my mom friends about their mothering skills. As a mom, I worry about this myself. And truth be told; if you are a GOOD mom, you question yourself frequently! There is no real guide that tells us how to be right. I often tell my kids that - [Facebook](https://catsdailytangent.com/facebook/) - Okay....so I have been called many things when it comes to Facebook. But to dumb it down and be proper, the key ingredient is "addicted". I hear it all the time. Sometimes in a positive fun way and sometimes in an "Oh EM GEE...GET A LIFE" sort of way! Some would get offended by what - [stuff](https://catsdailytangent.com/stuff/) - Interesting. The morning isn't going so well. Only been up 15 minutes. The first thing out of my mouth got taken wrong and the day hasn't improved. And on top of that, we've somehow lost a Tutu. A Large Black Tutu.....not easy to hide....or lose. But it's gone. Can someone explain that to me? How - [Life by Appt](https://catsdailytangent.com/life-by-appt/) - Isn't it interesting that at some point in your life, you have to start seeing your friends by appointment? Well; that's what is happening in my life. Everything I have done this week has been pre-determined and calendared. How pathetic. Or is it? I'm constantly complaining that I can't get things done and i need - [12-12-12](https://catsdailytangent.com/12-12-12/) - Happy 12-12-12. I find myself looking at the calendar more and more. And the To Do list, which I have been putting off is getting bigger and bigger and creeping up on me. It's time to start wrapping things and putting them under the tree. To this point I have just been collecting and hiding - [Good ideas gone bad....](https://catsdailytangent.com/good-ideas-gone-bad/) - Yesterday was a weird day. And when I got home, I realized I wasn't the only one feeling it. It's weird how there are some days that so many people feel the same. Some say it's like a full moon syndrome, only yesterday wasn't a full moon. I honestly think we are all the same - [Upheaval in the household....](https://catsdailytangent.com/upheaval-in-the-household/) - Gotta love the morning tantrums. Poor Avery washed her clothes last night, but they didn't get put into the dryer. She had her outfit in there and 'nothing' else to wear. Let's just say it was a rough morning get her out of the house. Do you know what it's like to try to change - [Where are you?](https://catsdailytangent.com/where-are-you/) - Wow, what a day. It's been crazy, and I'm sure any of my readers have gone to be, or at least have lost interest for the day. But let me tell you....I woke up this morning, thinking to myself that it was great to have NO alarm......until I went downstairs and realized that there was - [Important things happen](https://catsdailytangent.com/important-things-happen/) - So last night we had Directors showcase for dance. The girls went over their team dances and we were out until 10pm, after which we socialized until after 11. We got home about midnight and Aspen promptly starts sewing her pointe shoes. It's emphatically important that she get them done because she has dance this - [creatures in my head](https://catsdailytangent.com/creatures-in-my-head/) - Up at 4:30 with a spider bite. Or so I thought! Ever have funky dreams and you aren't sure they are real? I swear as I was laying there this morning, I felt a bite on my left leg. And all I could think about was when my friend got bit and her leg swelled - [Misappropriation of time](https://catsdailytangent.com/misappropriation-of-time/) - Ever sit doing something, and realize that the time you just spent working on a project was - well, let's say, NOT THE RIGHT TIME???? Ya...that was me last night! Now, let me back up just a bit. In yesterday's blog, I mentioned how I lose gifts. It happens all the time. I get overzealous - [Put the Cart before the horse](https://catsdailytangent.com/put-the-cart-before-the-horse/) - One of my very consistent behaviors is putting the cart before the horse. I don't think things through, I just see things in pieces. I'm not a big picture kind of girl. So when it comes to the holidays; all I know is there are things that we need; Gifts and cards. So I take - [Pictures and Cards](https://catsdailytangent.com/pictures-and-cards/) - So I decided to start my cards last night and realized the only address sheet I could find is 3 years old. If you want to know how many people move, lose your current address sheet! I ordered plenty of cards...unfortunately, many might not find a home! It's only December 4th, but I find it - [Onward Ho.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/onward-ho/) - What a weekend!!! Busy, yet fun. Yesterday I came home from shooting at the Nuctracker tea and Avery was there unraveling a strand of Christmas lights. The Tree was in its spot and she was ready and rarin' to go! She is nothing, if not determined!!! First thing she asked is if I can help! - [Sunday Funday](https://catsdailytangent.com/sunday-funday/) - I'm gonna see this if I can do it in record time. Normally my blog takes me about 20 minutes; I have 4. We are going to get our Christmas tree today. In the past, I thought it was a bit early, but as I'm, trying to SQUEEZE every ounce out of this holiday, I - [Sad house](https://catsdailytangent.com/sad-house/) - Finally! December! Now I can start getting stressed. Only 24 shopping days left!! I have a full stash of gifts with no names on them because I don't know who I am gifting for. I feel moderately successful. Is this a good thing? Decorations aren't up yet, and the kids have been asking. Is December - [Bad Patterns](https://catsdailytangent.com/bad-patterns/) - I realized there is a pattern with me this time of year. I always feel like I'm gonna get caught with my pants down, so I buy stuff hoping I'll use it and every year, I end up with tons of extra stuff that goes no where. I just realized this yesterday.... How sad. I - [Practice undivided attention](https://catsdailytangent.com/practice-undivided-attention/) - Ever drive somewhere and when you arrive, you don't know how you got there? I think it has happened to most of us at some point or another. We become so good at multi tasking that we split our attention to more than one thing at a time. Normally, that is a blessing. But what - [The thoughts in my head swirl round and round.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/the-thoughts-in-my-head-swirl-round-and-round/) - Every feel conflicted??? I seriously have nothing to contribute today; I'm hoping something will come to me soon. I'm supposed to go into school and do my reading group, but I haven't even read the book, so I'm basically fired for the day or I have to bluff my way through it. As I have - [An Ounce of Prevention......](https://catsdailytangent.com/an-ounce-of-prevention/) - Boy, am I feeling the season. I know I keep bringing up how my spine is compressed; so much so that it's lost on people anymore. They get it!!! But what I should really be talking about is ergonomics; because that is what is actually happening to me - my poor ergonomic set up. You - [Restless nights](https://catsdailytangent.com/restless-nights/) - Wow, last night was awful! I couldn't quiet my mind to save my life. I had a huge project I was finishing up (20 page book with 50 pictures - each on needing retouching and the album to be designed) and my back hurt from sitting at the computer for so long. Actually I have - [A new experience](https://catsdailytangent.com/a-new-experience/) - Last night was an experience different from any other. I went to the Oc Performing Arts Center to see "The Trey McIntyre Project". It's basically dance There were a number of pieces performed; some I didn't totally connect with; some I loved. If I hadn't been absorbed in the dance world as much as I - [Cards and Holidays](https://catsdailytangent.com/cards-and-holidays/) - Yesterday I ordered our holiday cards. And I feel like I'm crazy every year I do it. Who started this tradition anyway? I won't deny it; with mail being what it is nowadays, we get more advertisement and bills than any personal cards. Even invitations have been reduced to E-vites (which I'm not complaining, because - [Moments of joy](https://catsdailytangent.com/moments-of-joy/) - You ever fall in love with your kids all over again??? When you live day-to-day life, it's hard to appreciate what's going on, because you are so far buried IN it, that you don't have time to LOOK at it! Well, yesterday I pried myself away from the computer to convene for family Thanksgiving at the - [Random Thanksgiving thoughts....](https://catsdailytangent.com/random-thanksgiving-thoughts/) - Today is Thanksgiving. It's kind of weird, because usually we have Thanksgiving with my mom, but she flew north to be with my little brother. I'm a little jealous. Was totally invited; but with work and the girls having dance, it was too much of a stretch to make it happen. Sooooo we are going it - [You think you are okay...until.......](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-think-you-are-okay-until/) - So, the big joke is the holidays are hard. Okay...NOT a joke...a reality. Last night I was chatting with a friend and I said something that surprised me. I said, "I think the holidays kind of suck. They are full of ideals and empty promise." And after the words came out, I paused for a - [Reflecting....oy vey](https://catsdailytangent.com/reflecting-oy-vey/) - W0w; it's Tuesday morning - not even 8am and I'm batting a thousand. I'm not making friends today and I think I should just go back to bed. Is that an option? My daughter feels that her vacation is everyone's vacation and that she should get to bounce out of bed and have Starbucks for - [Scrambled brains](https://catsdailytangent.com/scrambled-brains/) - It is Monday. I am sitting in a camera store waiting to have my camera Lens issue addressed. For the last two weeks I have had to rent a lens to get my job done. What a pain. All it has made me do is made me want the lens I have been renting. No - [Let me fit that in.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/let-me-fit-that-in/) - I have realized that much of my life is squeezing something in. I swear some days I feel like Ella of Frell from Ella Enchanted. I just had a conversation with a friend yesterday who said, "NO" is a complete answer. But for some reason, it's not a huge part of my vocabulary. Once something - [Twinkies and Ding Dongs and Snowballs...oh my?](https://catsdailytangent.com/to-buy-or-not-to-buy/) - So, I look on Facebook and I see how people are stockpiling and hoarding Hostess products. The plant is closing and Hostess will be selling off their product line to the highest bidders. Though I feel it's really depressing that this is happening, I don't see the point in stockpiling something I will never get - [Choose to not choose](https://catsdailytangent.com/choose-to-not-choose/) - No wonder people are getting sick lately. This weather is all over the place and it's hard to adjust to 80 degrees one day and winter boots the next. It's crazy! I spent a good portion of yesterday thinking it was Friday. And now that Friday is here, I just want to stay in bed - [What's it worth???](https://catsdailytangent.com/whats-it-worth/) - I was in class last night, watching my daughter dance. Her teacher was explaining to the class the importance of proper training. He doesn't just explain HOW......he explains WHY!!!! I do SO much better with "Why's"....... During one of his explanations, he disclosed that HE put himself through dance. And because he had to earn - [Potlatch fun](https://catsdailytangent.com/potlatch-fun/) - wThe things we do for our kids; sheesh..... If you have kids, you know what I'm talking about. I haven't learned to be organized, but I learned to be fast. Avery asked me just yesterday, what she is going to wear for Potlatch. Now, if you don't know what that is, I'm not surprised. I - [Communication vs. Communication](https://catsdailytangent.com/communication-vs-communication/) - So, I think I realized I am a way better writer than communicator. My brain has officially moved over to the other side. Actually, I have known this for years. I shouldn't be surprised. Chris and I would have an argument, and everything would come out wrong; we would walk away from each other and - [Gaming](https://catsdailytangent.com/gaming/) - Gotta love my Avery. Every day is a vacation day and she only wants to have fun! Unfortunately this weekend, she got stuck following me around doing work. However in the end, she assisted me so much, I ended up paying her. Last night as we were having dinner, she had games on her mind. - [Love and Hate](https://catsdailytangent.com/love-and-hate/) - I'm up early again, because I have another commercial shoot. Today I'm shooting for a website and it's a complicated set up. Someone flew in from Denver to help out with this shoot and we will have a half-dozen people coordinating, checking, confirming and critiquing along the way. The first time we tried this we - [When is goodbye okay?](https://catsdailytangent.com/when-is-goodbye-okay/) - How long on this earth is long enough? I don't think there is a real answer? Earlier this week I blogged about Lance, the 14 year old Weimaraner who has lived past what the doctors say. Fourteen years with ANY animal (aside from reptile life) is amazing.... But with pets, there is more of an - [Looking forward](https://catsdailytangent.com/looking-forward/) - Last couple of days have been hard getting out of bed. I thought it was just me, but I have talked to a number of people who feel the same way. Could it be the time change? Could it be the weather? Could it simply be the anticipation of the whirlwind of events coming in - [Lance](https://catsdailytangent.com/254-2/) - Yesterday started out in a whirlwind of yuck, but ended up turning out okay. I spent the first few hours of my day scouring for a location for this weekends shoot. We were happy to find something that I think will turn out great. I just can't believe how much work it is to find - [](https://catsdailytangent.com/252-2/) - Last minute scramble. Have you ever been a photographer looking for a cool location at the last minute? I have! I'm there now!!! I have visions in my mind, but the logistics arent' really working out. I can't believe how hard it can be to take pictures in Orange County! This place feels like the most - [Today is the day!!!!!!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/today-is-the-day/) - WOOOOHOOOOOOOOO.....it's finally here!!!! Voting day! No more ads or debates or arguments about who WILL be President. After today we will either be whooping and hollering, or crying in our porridge. But there will be no more ads and no more money wasted on crap that should have been donated to the causes they were - [Politics and debates](https://catsdailytangent.com/politics-and-debates/) - Oh, it's countdown to elections!!! Anyone who knows me KNOWS I hate politics and the political BS Pre-show (which is the months leading up to voting time). If people start talking politics in a room, I quickly disappear. Some people actually get stupid during this time and shout out their views and opinions feeling they - [Non-verbal communication](https://catsdailytangent.com/non-verbal-communication/) - So, yesterday I was on my way out. I was going to help a friend who is in the middle of a complete house demo and is painting and getting ready to move in. I was getting ready to leave and then the husband came up asked when we plan to get rid of all - [Fall back. But don't hurt yourself.](https://catsdailytangent.com/fall-back-but-dont-hurt-yourself/) - Wow...tonite we turn back the clocks. We get an extra hour of sleep. And shorter days. Hmmmmm........ I'm reflecting back on summer for some reason. Almost in mourning that I didn't take full advantage. And now I have to wait half a year to get it back. And before that there was the new years - [Merry Thanksgive-o-ween season](https://catsdailytangent.com/merry-thanksgive-o-ween-season/) - I'm hoping I got it out of my system, but I'm not sure yet. Yesterday I fell victim to being the only one in the house.....with about 20lbs of Halloween Candy......You can only guess how my day went. Like a kid who spent hours collecting, I sat down to the bags and sifted through for - [Halloween fun](https://catsdailytangent.com/halloween-fun/) - Well, I hope your Halloween was good! Mine was very eventful. I started the day with my little reading group. I think I redeemed myself from the yelling last week. I showed up dressed as (what I call) the Halloween Fairy. Orange and black stockings with orange and black dress; a cape, a Halloween headband - [Open tickets and moving on.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/open-tickets-and-moving-on/) - HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!!!! A few days ago I blogged about how this is my favorite holiday, yet I find no time to decorate or create a costume. Well last night I think that settled into my bones and I decided to follow through on something I thought about a few years ago. I ordered some fabric; - [Choices and changes](https://catsdailytangent.com/choices-and-changes/) - Super excited; last night I slept ALL THE WAY to 5:50. That's almost 3 hours past 3am. A nice change. I think it is possible that energy drinks have been infiltrating my sleep...and my mood..... I am still trying to figure out my stomach issues so I have been told that coffee is the worst - [Precious time](https://catsdailytangent.com/precious-time/) - Well, I'm not starting the day off on the right foot that's for sure. I'm all ready to call a do over and I'm the only one up!! But that's part of the problem. Chris was up briefly - he's been sick. He started letting the dogs out and was going to shut the door. - [Growing pangs](https://catsdailytangent.com/growing-pangs/) - About 2 years ago, I was sitting with a coworker who was 74 years old and we were chatting about life. I looked her and said, "I'm so blessed; I have the best friends and the best life right now, I couldn't be happier!" and she didn't miss a beat or even take a breath - [Process vs. Perfection](https://catsdailytangent.com/process-vs-perfection/) - Well, hello 10:30am. How are you this morning? I'm at the studio; set up in a remote location while I write. Different vibe here; I'm listening to the hustle and bustle of the studio comings and goings. I've been here about an hour and the day started with me running to the front office to - [Playing hookie](https://catsdailytangent.com/playing-hookie/) - Super excited today. We are taking advantage of the many great excursions California has to offer and we are going to Venice Beach. Why Venice Beach, you ask? (Even if you didn't I will tell you anyway). A friend (who is moving out-of-state soon) threw it out there that she was going to take her - [Sleep...what???](https://catsdailytangent.com/sleep-what/) - I will understand if you see me today and quickly turn a corner to hide. I didn't get much sleep and I'm not too happy about it. I happily fell asleep around 10ish. Then at 1:30 I was up. Alert up, like I could do 100 jumping jacks. Like it was morning and ready to - [Clear thinking](https://catsdailytangent.com/clear-thinking/) - Well, I'm wondering if my Sunday night Pass out wasn't from dehydration. I started guzzling fluids from the time I woke up and that included Gatorade, Coconut Water (2) a fruit smoothie and at least a gallon of water throughout the day. The more I drank, the more I wanted. The more I drank; the - [Passed out....](https://catsdailytangent.com/passed-out/) - Yesterday I woke up and went for my workout with Heidi. The workout wasn't anything extraordinarily hard, but my energy level wasn't 100%. When I came home the energy level never really returned. I was pretty much a veg all day. Then for about 2 hours, I worked on a project and then ran my - [What's the date?????](https://catsdailytangent.com/whats-the-date/) - Yesterday, I looked at the calendar and saw it was October 21. ARE YOU KIDDING ME???? Where did this year go, let alone this month??? In the past few years, I have had my costumes picked out and have been working on them by this time. This year, I'm so not prepared. I may have - [Epiphany](https://catsdailytangent.com/epiphany/) - Epiphany: a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, usually initiated by some simple, homely, or commonplace occurrence or experience. Ever have one of these??? I have. It happened recently. But the truth is...it's manifested all of my life. An Epiphany feels like an instant; but if you - [Back to the old.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/back-to-the-old/) - Unbelievable weather lately, huh? From the 90's to the 60's in one short week. It's no wonder people are getting sick. Who can keep up with this? Maybe that's the reason for my sporadic sleeping patterns lately. This morning, I got off pretty easy. I woke up at 4:40 and then 5:44..... but quickly fell - [Kindered spirits](https://catsdailytangent.com/kindered-spirits/) - I find it so interesting that I wake up and instantly start worrying. It's really depressing. But as soon as I get out of bed, I am onto my day. And it got me wondering about harmony in my bedroom. Now, I'm not a huge believer in Feng Shui (pronounced Fung Shway), because if I was, my room would - [Out of the zone....](https://catsdailytangent.com/out-of-the-zone/) - Lots of things running through my mind' none of them concrete. Not sure where to start this morning. My biggest thought is this fundraiser I have this weekend. I will be at the dance studio offering discounted prices for my session and donating a portion of th proceeds to the studio to help dancers with - [Political Stance???](https://catsdailytangent.com/political-stance/) - If you read the title first; then I'm sure I got your attention. Because if you know me at all - you know that I don't state my opinion. And if you think you will read this and figure out who and what I am voting for; stop here. It's not going to happen. Two things - [Kudos to my ceiling....](https://catsdailytangent.com/kudos-to-my-ceiling/) - I would like to thank the ceiling for being there for me to stare at at 4:45 this morning. It kept me company for 2 hours while I couldn't sleep!!! I can't give all the credit to the ceiling; the walls were a great supports system when I flipped left and right. I don't know - [Take TWO](https://catsdailytangent.com/take-two/) - I blogged a whole page this morning and as I went to save and publish, it knocked me into the "Sign In" page and threw away all my mornings efforts. Which is kind of ironic, because I signed off with, "I feel like it's going to be a great week"....... and there you have it!! - [Up at 3am](https://catsdailytangent.com/up-at-3am/) - Here we are up at 3am. It's the Disney Annual CHOC walk. Every year our MVDPAC dance team has 100% participation in raising funds and walking. This has become an annual tradition. Approximately 100 dance team members will gather in the Downtown Disney area so we can walk in together. It's a pretty crazy event. - [Diagnosis what???](https://catsdailytangent.com/diagnosis-what/) - My last few days have been full of insight. And last night it took its toll on me. My body passed out on me! And I passed out on a FULL stomach! YUCK!!! I cannot eat and go right to sleep. But I guess I wasn't in control last night. Every so often I go - [Defining moments](https://catsdailytangent.com/defining-moments/) - Ever have a moment in your life that changed and defined who you were? Literally changed your life as you knew it? It would never be the same? What did you do at that time? Life is a mixed ball of goo. You, and you alone get to choose how you treat these defining moments. - [Talk to your children](https://catsdailytangent.com/talk-to-your-children/) - A couple of years ago, when my daughter was in fourth grade; there was a girl who cornered my daughters friend in the school bathroom and said, "Take off your clothes; we're gonna have sex". And when the girl looked at her and said, "Ummm NO!!" the little girl said, "C'mon...we're gonna have to do it - [Alls well that ends well](https://catsdailytangent.com/alls-well-that-ends-well/) - So, yesterday started out in heart attack mode and ended in joyful bliss!!! Never tap out unless you know it's over!!! If I would have gauged my day based on how it started out, I would have stayed in bed. But thankfully, in the darkest moments, I had knights in shining armor come through and - [Computer hell](https://catsdailytangent.com/computer-hell/) - I woke up to computer hell this morning. What are the odds that BOTH my computers will be belly up and unable to use. I am in a state of major panic right now as I have tons of work to do. I am resigned to my Icrap to get my blog written and then - [Holiday fun](https://catsdailytangent.com/holiday-fun/) - This is the time of year I get to meet a bunch of new families and visit with old. It's holiday picture time and it's in full swing! This weekend I photographed two new (to me) families. One family I know, but have never photographed and the other family is completely new to me. The - [Epic Fail](https://catsdailytangent.com/epic-fail/) - So last night we had a date night. The girls were to be dropped off at the dance studio and hubby and I had some alone time. We decided to go to dinner and possibly a movie. But as we couldn't really agree on a movie, and I was feeling a bit tired, we settled - [Time away](https://catsdailytangent.com/time-away/) - Let's take a minute and talk about "Me time". What the heck is it anyways? Who gets it, and what does it do??? Well, let me tell you...... It's like a breath of fresh air. A rebirth if you will..... This week when I went to Vegas, I mentioned in earlier posts how nervous I was. - [Vegas Fun](https://catsdailytangent.com/vegas-fun/) - I am sitting in my Vegas hotel room on a chaise lounge with a beautiful view of the city. This last 24 hours has been a giddy one for me. I was so nervous going in; totally out of my comfort zone. I'm so glad I talked to Richard at Pro Photo before I went. - [One chance](https://catsdailytangent.com/one-chance/) - Funny thing happened to me when I walked into my new blog....I took a wrong turn! Yesterday I posted in the 'wrong' part of my blog and I got a message from my friend about it. For all the hard work she did I couldn't figure it out. But when I caught myself, it was - [I'm in!](https://catsdailytangent.com/im-in/) - Okay, so this morning, I actually logged in to this account to do my blog. So, I’m settling into my new home at WordPress. So, I wonder…..who started this whole “BLOG” thing?? I remember a few years ago, my friend told me something about her “blog”. I had no idea what it was, so I - [Anatomy of a squirrel](https://catsdailytangent.com/anatomy-of-a-squirrel/) - Yesterday I was at a photo session and I had a major epiphany about my life! I was shooting and looking at these adorable boys and I looked up and saw Pelicans flying in formation. I instantly pointed my camera and started taking pictures of the Pelicans and then quickly switched back to the boys. - [Oh me oh my.....](https://catsdailytangent.com/oh-me-oh-my/) - Okay, so I have created a few different blogs. I'm so random, I can't stick to one. But yesterday I get a message from one of my besties and lifelong friends that, in her sleep she has created a blog for me! I gotta be honest, I wasn't really sure what she meant. Aren't the - [This and that](https://catsdailytangent.com/this-and-that/) - Already a harried morning. I’m wrapping up some projects and realized I wasn’t even close to being done. More pictures needed. So I had to run off to the dance studio to take some headshots. Part of being a dance “family” is the comfort level of all the people you spend so much time around. - [About Me](https://catsdailytangent.com/about-me/) - I am a mom and a Photographer and a Weight Watchers Leader. My goal in writing this is to share that many of us have the same issues in life. We're all doing our best to get through it all!!! Occupation: Photographer and Weight Watchers Leader Favorite Movies: French Kiss,Phantom of the Opera,Practical Magic,Hope Floats Favorite Music: Musical - [Chicken soup prevails!!!](https://catsdailytangent.com/chicken-soup-prevails/) - Another day; another sick kid! Okay…same sick kid, but you know what I mean! She is definitely on the upswing; but let me tell ya….my week is shot to you know what!! Anything I had planned had to be rearranged, or all together ditched. And though I’m letting her stay home today, she is on her - [Decisions decisions…..](https://catsdailytangent.com/decisions-decisions/) - Another morning with chicken soup for breakfast. We are definitely on the mend, but I would put her at 70% and no more. I’m not sure school is in her future today; but I feel really bad keeping her out, because she will have that much more to make up. And she already has a - [Rearranging…..](https://catsdailytangent.com/rearranging/) - Okay, so I have to say. I took the summer off from Weight Watchers and I haven't’ gone back yet and I’m kind of thankful. Because my daughter is home sick and I don’t have to fret!! I DO have to rearrange my schedule; but thankfully, I can be here for her and all is good - [Another early morning...](https://catsdailytangent.com/another-early-morning/) - So, 5:30 it is! I know that sometimes your body resets itself. As I started working out regularly again in recent weeks, I guess I shouldn’t be surprised. When I was running I would pop out of bed and my shoes would be on within minutes. It was easy to get up. But with age - [Faith and sleep deprivation](https://catsdailytangent.com/faith-and-sleep-deprivation/) - Up at 5am again with total clarity! No wonder I’m tired all the time. Every problem I have comes FLOODING forward and gets my mind reeling. Sometimes I feel like I’ll never unbury myself. I wonder if there is any hope. The house has termites; the air conditioner doesn’t work and so we keep it - [BEACHHHHHHHH](https://catsdailytangent.com/beachhhhhhhh/) - Yesterday I hadt the honor of photographing a 50th bday party at the Cliff’s Restaurant in Laguna Beach. Do you know my favorite place in the world? Laguna Beach. Funny enough; in all my years in Orange County, I had never been to the Cliffs Restaurant before. When I got my license at 16, one - [You want us to do WHAT???](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-want-us-to-do-what/) - So a guy walks into a bar……… Just kidding; but that is kind of how I feel like starting this morning, because something weird happened this week. We got a call from a TV network about our vehicles. We own Mazda’s and apparently they are doing a show about putting the Customer in the drivers - [Uncontrolled laughter](https://catsdailytangent.com/uncontrolled-laughter/) - Oh my goodness..... I just laughed so hard that my whole lower abdominal area is sore!!! Have you ever done that? There are too few times that I laugh that hard and can't control myself. Unfortunately, it usually happens at church. I'm not proud of this fact; and when I meet God I will likely - [There's an App for that!](https://catsdailytangent.com/theres-an-app-for-that/) - Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday....... I'm looking for new ideas. I'm trying to switch it up a bit. My old system of remember stuff isn't working, so this morning I Googled "Time Management". I remember years ago I got a book; "Time Management for Unmanageable People". I think it was a "gift". But how do you say - [Weather and such](https://catsdailytangent.com/weather-and-such/) - I'm sitting here with a blanket on my lap as I write. What a strong contrast to just a few short days ago where the air was so stagnant and hot I could barely breathe. Last night, instead of the air conditioner; I opened the window for cool air. I don't know why the turn - [Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close](https://catsdailytangent.com/extremely-loud-and-incredibly-close/) - Last night I watched a movie; Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. I remember when the movie came out in the theater. I refused to watch it. I was invited to go to the movie, but I turned it down. It was going to be a sad movie about 9-11 and I wasn't in a place - [You think your food choice doesn't matter?](https://catsdailytangent.com/you-think-your-food-choice-doesnt-matter/) - Okay, so yes; I'm writing a second blog today. Although, I'm gonna call it my first; because this mornings was more of a movie review. And as this is MY blog....I can do what I want!!! I noticed something this morning and I had to share. I worked out with Heidi at her boot camp - [Sense of purpose](https://catsdailytangent.com/sense-of-purpose/) - Have you ever felt pulled to something over and over again? You try to ignore it, but eventually you are there again??? 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