I found out last week that chivalry is not dead when I didn't bring my lunch to work. I walked over to Moe's Southwest Grill for lunch. I get in line and begin my order - nachos to go with black bean, chicken, pico de gallo, cilantro, mince jalapenos and a side of queso. I can taste them now.lol There are two people in front of me and several behind. I say in my mind, "Go ahead and take out your money so you won't hold up the line." I reach in my purse and can't find my wallet. I can't believe it. I left it on the kitchen table at home. I tell the cashier that I don't have my wallet. Now, I'm embarrassed, because I have ordered my food and I can't pay. Plus I'm HUNGRY!
Kind Gentleman: You don't have any money.
Me: No, I left my wallet at home.
Kind Gentleman: I'll pay for it.
He wipes his American Express card out of his wallet.
Me: Thank you so much. I really appreciate your kindness.
I'm thinking I need his email address or business card or maybe I should give him my business card. Oh, I can't because I don't have my wallet that has my business cards. I need to pay this man back.
Me: I say I'm so embarrass.
Lady Behind Me: It's okay! He's a man don't worry about it.
I'm thinking she must be married, because I haven't had a man to take care of anything for me in a long time. :o) I look at the man again.
Me: Thank you so much. I really appreciate this! I really need to pay you back.
Kind Gentleman: Don't worry about it. You got to eat.
I was very grateful and as I walked back to my office I prayed that God would bless him and his family, because he didn't have to extend the kindness.
Have you extended kindness to a stranger (or received kindness from stranger), if so please share your encounter?
FYI: I will always remember this act of kindness and will help someone in need in the future.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, August 9, 2009
What's Missing?
Lately, I have been feeling like things in my life are out of control. I'm not sure why I am feeling like this. I think because I'm unhappy with a few things in my life - my job and love life. That was hard to say "Love Life."
My friend's, Tiffany, wedding was this weekend. It was really nice, but at the same time difficult. I am not sure if you understand. Let me make it clear.
I purchase another wig last week, because I was tired of the other wig hanging in my face and I'm trying to allow my hair to grow. It's a short wig with hair in my face and taper in the back. It's cute. So, I got up shampooed (as my sister would say - you shampoo your hair and wash a car. lol) my hair with HairVeda Amala Cream Rinse (Creamy & Mild Cleanser) that I purchased about five month ago. I actually like the way my hair felt afterwards. It wasn't the squeaky clean feeling I get from my shampoo bar, but more of the clean, light and fluffy feel. I deep conditioned with HairVeda SitriNillah, which works fine until I find something else I like better. Then I twisted my hair with Mango and Lime Gel. I should have started twisting my hair at 1:30pm, instead of 2:30 since I need to be out the door for Tiffany's wedding at 3:45pm - 4:00pm.
I'm rushing around the house trying my darnest to get out of the house, but couldn't leave until I had J take my picture. I only allow him to take a head shot, because I really need to tight the back up. I get into my car, entered the address in my GPS and off I went. The wedding is suppose to start at 4:30pm and my GPS said I should arrive at 4:40pm. This is one time I hope the wedding doesn't start on time. lol I get there at the 4:40pm. I'm not really feeling the wedding, because of my love life. However, I am extremely happy for Tiffany and know once the wedding starts my heartache will surpass.
The wedding wasn't at a church, which I thought it was until the wedding day. I talk to Tiffany at least twice a week on my way to work, but we had never discussed where the wedding would take place. It at a dance studio. So I walked in very confused were to sit and since I didn't know anyone I was perplexed where to even sit. I sat at a table in the back with an older women, her daughter and her daughter boyfriend. I was uncomfortable, but just sat and waited for the Tiffany.
The dj started playing Usher's Here I Stand and the wedding party starts proceeding in and then Tiffany comes in on Whitney's I Believe in You and Me. WHY ME? I look at her and she looks so beautiful and tears well up in my eyes. Not only, because she looks beautiful, because the song just makes me think of what I don't have - A Love Life. So, I texted my girlfriend, Lolly.
Me: My friend looks beautiful...this is torture.
Lolly: I know...just keep reminding urself that ur turn is soon! Be happy for her and pray for her marriage to b successful and as strong as u want urs. Know its hard.
Me: I am extremely happy 4 her and happy to be here despite everything that's going on.
Lolly: I know...try to keep being positive. Its our turn very very soon! Relax and enjoy the day.
The ceremony was nice and quick. The menu was Oven Fried Chicken (darker than I like, but tasty), Mashed Potatoes with gravy, Pasta Con broccoli (it wasn't the Pasta House). The cake was great - vanilla, chocolate and yellow. They had the toast and Tiffany said, "It's time to get the party started." The dj started plays the Cupid Shuffle and then the Mariah Carey slide. I wasn't about to get all sweaty with Mariah Carey. Then the dj started Michael Jackson and we have a Michael Jackson dancer in the house and the kids are having a ball dancing. I'm ready to leave, but the dj is doing is job and I stay another hour, but I'm tired. The two glass of wine didn't help. I couldn't wait to get home to my bed, but I have to stop and get J some McDonald's. He wants the new Angus Bacon Burger with a Sprite (the number 15, I think).
I get home and talk to Lolly, because she going to a barbecue and asked me to join. I'm not interested. I just want to get chill at home and writing in my journal and watch a movie. I could here Jill Scott on Lolly end of the phone. The radio is play NeoSoul hour Slow Surely, which I forgot about this song. As right now the song is very fitting.
Now, I need to work on to get things in order. Get rid of Slow Surely and search for a new career opportunity. I know what's been missing and that's my daily walk with God. I said it and I'm not proud of it. I get so busy with daily life that I don't put God first or him on the shelve.
What's Missing In Your Life & How Are You Going To Obtain The Missing Piece(s)?
My friend's, Tiffany, wedding was this weekend. It was really nice, but at the same time difficult. I am not sure if you understand. Let me make it clear.
I purchase another wig last week, because I was tired of the other wig hanging in my face and I'm trying to allow my hair to grow. It's a short wig with hair in my face and taper in the back. It's cute. So, I got up shampooed (as my sister would say - you shampoo your hair and wash a car. lol) my hair with HairVeda Amala Cream Rinse (Creamy & Mild Cleanser) that I purchased about five month ago. I actually like the way my hair felt afterwards. It wasn't the squeaky clean feeling I get from my shampoo bar, but more of the clean, light and fluffy feel. I deep conditioned with HairVeda SitriNillah, which works fine until I find something else I like better. Then I twisted my hair with Mango and Lime Gel. I should have started twisting my hair at 1:30pm, instead of 2:30 since I need to be out the door for Tiffany's wedding at 3:45pm - 4:00pm.
I'm rushing around the house trying my darnest to get out of the house, but couldn't leave until I had J take my picture. I only allow him to take a head shot, because I really need to tight the back up. I get into my car, entered the address in my GPS and off I went. The wedding is suppose to start at 4:30pm and my GPS said I should arrive at 4:40pm. This is one time I hope the wedding doesn't start on time. lol I get there at the 4:40pm. I'm not really feeling the wedding, because of my love life. However, I am extremely happy for Tiffany and know once the wedding starts my heartache will surpass.
The wedding wasn't at a church, which I thought it was until the wedding day. I talk to Tiffany at least twice a week on my way to work, but we had never discussed where the wedding would take place. It at a dance studio. So I walked in very confused were to sit and since I didn't know anyone I was perplexed where to even sit. I sat at a table in the back with an older women, her daughter and her daughter boyfriend. I was uncomfortable, but just sat and waited for the Tiffany.
The dj started playing Usher's Here I Stand and the wedding party starts proceeding in and then Tiffany comes in on Whitney's I Believe in You and Me. WHY ME? I look at her and she looks so beautiful and tears well up in my eyes. Not only, because she looks beautiful, because the song just makes me think of what I don't have - A Love Life. So, I texted my girlfriend, Lolly.
Me: My friend looks beautiful...this is torture.
Lolly: I know...just keep reminding urself that ur turn is soon! Be happy for her and pray for her marriage to b successful and as strong as u want urs. Know its hard.
Me: I am extremely happy 4 her and happy to be here despite everything that's going on.
Lolly: I know...try to keep being positive. Its our turn very very soon! Relax and enjoy the day.
The ceremony was nice and quick. The menu was Oven Fried Chicken (darker than I like, but tasty), Mashed Potatoes with gravy, Pasta Con broccoli (it wasn't the Pasta House). The cake was great - vanilla, chocolate and yellow. They had the toast and Tiffany said, "It's time to get the party started." The dj started plays the Cupid Shuffle and then the Mariah Carey slide. I wasn't about to get all sweaty with Mariah Carey. Then the dj started Michael Jackson and we have a Michael Jackson dancer in the house and the kids are having a ball dancing. I'm ready to leave, but the dj is doing is job and I stay another hour, but I'm tired. The two glass of wine didn't help. I couldn't wait to get home to my bed, but I have to stop and get J some McDonald's. He wants the new Angus Bacon Burger with a Sprite (the number 15, I think).
I get home and talk to Lolly, because she going to a barbecue and asked me to join. I'm not interested. I just want to get chill at home and writing in my journal and watch a movie. I could here Jill Scott on Lolly end of the phone. The radio is play NeoSoul hour Slow Surely, which I forgot about this song. As right now the song is very fitting.
Now, I need to work on to get things in order. Get rid of Slow Surely and search for a new career opportunity. I know what's been missing and that's my daily walk with God. I said it and I'm not proud of it. I get so busy with daily life that I don't put God first or him on the shelve.
What's Missing In Your Life & How Are You Going To Obtain The Missing Piece(s)?
Thursday, August 6, 2009
My Life According To Jill Scott
I first run across Two Brothers sharing his life according to Jay-Z two weeks ago and I knew right away that I would do this using Maxwell. Just before lunch, I pulled out my iPod and started searching for Maxwell songs that would fit. When I return from lunch, I immediately started surfing blogs and ran across Chocolate Orchid and she beat me to Maxwell. See, I need to stop procrastinating. I still could have used Maxwell, but Jill Scott is my girl.
Pick Your Artist: Jill Scott
Are you a male or female: Golden
Describe yourself: The Real Thing
How do you feel: He Loves Me
Describe where you currently live: Kingdom Come
If you could go anywhere, where would you go: Family Reunion
Your favorite form of transportation: A Long Walk
Your favorite friend is: Crown Royal...lol
Your favorite color is: Honey Molasses
What's the weather like: Love Rain
Favorite time of the day: 8 Minutes To Sunrise
If your life was a TV show, what would it be called: Show Me
What is life to you: I Think It's Better
Your relationships: He Loves Me
Your fear: Insomnia/Good Morning Heartache
What is the best advice you have to give: Let It Be
If you could change your name, you would change it to: Epiphany
Thought of the day: I Need You
How I would like to die: Can't Explain
My soul's present condition: It's Love
My Motto: I'm Not Afraid
Pick your favorite artist and have some fun! Let a sista know if you decide to have a little fun.
Love ya'll!
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Tagged: Ten Things About Me!
I've been tag by BacktoCurly.
Ten Things About Me!
1. I'm my mother's only child, but have a sister who blogs as KMR (check her out)
2. My favorite color is BLUE - it's so peaceful.
3. I'm happy God blessed me with a Son and not a Daughter. lol I was with my cousin's daughter this weekend - Thank You Lord he gave me "J". lol
4. I still need to loss the same 15 - 20 pounds I said I would work on back in January 2009 and June 2009.
5. I'm consider a Capricorn, but don't believe in zodiac sign. However, I looked at it the other day and it was right on. oops!
6. I love the smell of eucalyptus and pomegranate. I was pissed when Method Home discontinued the plugs-ins with those scents. My house isn't the same without them. lol
7. My nickname as a toddler, give by my uncle, was Brick Head. I know it's funny. My mother said, Lechelle, your head is as hard as a brick. That's when my uncle started calling my Brick Head. That was really mean!
8. I can't dance. So, I love the television program "So You Think You Can Dance." I wish I could dance dance dance.
9. I love to cook non-traditional food. My favorite Food Network program is Barefoot Contessa (Ina Garten). Whatever she cooks I'll try it.
10. I love electronics - iPods, computers, televisions, dvd's, camera, gps and all the other electronics out there. Dang!!! I need more for my toys. lol
Now I'm tagging YOU!
KMR - Song for you
Angela - Viva La Vida
Free2beMe - Reinvent Yourself
AnjelMarie and/or Dee - Cocoa Chicks Critiques
Cici - 2 Sistahs Knit Together
Ladies, tell your blogger friends something they don't know about you.:o)
Ten Things About Me!
1. I'm my mother's only child, but have a sister who blogs as KMR (check her out)
2. My favorite color is BLUE - it's so peaceful.
3. I'm happy God blessed me with a Son and not a Daughter. lol I was with my cousin's daughter this weekend - Thank You Lord he gave me "J". lol
4. I still need to loss the same 15 - 20 pounds I said I would work on back in January 2009 and June 2009.
5. I'm consider a Capricorn, but don't believe in zodiac sign. However, I looked at it the other day and it was right on. oops!
6. I love the smell of eucalyptus and pomegranate. I was pissed when Method Home discontinued the plugs-ins with those scents. My house isn't the same without them. lol
7. My nickname as a toddler, give by my uncle, was Brick Head. I know it's funny. My mother said, Lechelle, your head is as hard as a brick. That's when my uncle started calling my Brick Head. That was really mean!
8. I can't dance. So, I love the television program "So You Think You Can Dance." I wish I could dance dance dance.
9. I love to cook non-traditional food. My favorite Food Network program is Barefoot Contessa (Ina Garten). Whatever she cooks I'll try it.
10. I love electronics - iPods, computers, televisions, dvd's, camera, gps and all the other electronics out there. Dang!!! I need more for my toys. lol
Now I'm tagging YOU!
KMR - Song for you
Angela - Viva La Vida
Free2beMe - Reinvent Yourself
AnjelMarie and/or Dee - Cocoa Chicks Critiques
Cici - 2 Sistahs Knit Together
Ladies, tell your blogger friends something they don't know about you.:o)
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