Hello strangers...

Wellllll.....
   It's been some time now.  Actually, it's been over 2 months since my last post.
   My computer ate the dust and Silas and I have been busier than 2 bees dancing in a tar bucket full of ... well ... tar.
   We have settled into our new home so fabulously.  It's the most amazing feeling to be in a lovely home in a lovely neighborhood with lovely neighbors and the loveliest of roomies.  Silas has taken to Layla and Cody so well.  Dakota, their Daddy, has been such a great mentor to Silas.  They've built fences, landscaped, and are incessantly getting my goat.  Total "Bromance."  Jerks.
   We had a lovely vacation in Hawaii with The Outlaws.  Not having been there seems a sin to me, as it is a Heavenly place.  The smell, alone ... as you get off the airplane ... is enough to make your heart melt.  We spent time swimming, sunning, playing, touring, eating, drinking, LAUGHING, etc.  We are so lucky to have them in our world.  Pics to follow ... as soon as I can get this computer to get pics loaded again.
   Last weekend was spent on a gorgeous lavender farm in Sequim owned by a client's parents.  She's a fellow actress.  I don't generally do wedding hair.  The drama alone is enough to make me pull my own hair out.  However, I knew that Miss Rebecca would be an easy breezy bride.  Plus, it afforded Silas and I a bit of camping time for the weekend.
   We camped in the middle of the lavender fields.  The first night, we were alone.  The next night, a tent city.  Let me tell you:  sleeping amongst lavender is one of the best nights sleep one will EVER experience.  It was divine.
   We helped with the set-up of the wedding.  We revisited the Olympic Game Farm where Silas punched a llama in the face when he was 2 for trying to steal Silas' bread.  We got to meet up with old friends from the acting world ... so, so great to see old pals!  Silas, literally, cleared a danced floor to the tune of "Go Silas, Go Silas, Silas!"
   Again, pics to follow from our summer exploits as soon as I can figure out how to keep this damned computer charged and stuffs.
   Until then, HAPPY SUMMER!!!
xoxo
Anna
  

Gentry family reunion...

Now, as we know, these people are what I refer to as my "Outlaws" ... for obvious reasons.
However, that doesn't mean that we don't get our party on here and there.
So, on a beautiful Seattle day, we hopped a ferry and met up with the rest of the Gentry Clan on Vashon Island for a GORGEOUS family reunion.
To say that Uncle Walt & Aunt Diana's home is amazing is dribble.  They are settled on lush acres of forest, flowers, and gorgeous views of Puget Sound.
The food was astounding:  pulled-pork, salmon, fruit, veggies, breads, corn on the cob, salads, wine, lemonade, AND SIX DIFFERENT PIES.
Back home, those people would have been robbed before the plates came out.
It was so wonderful seeing Silas and his cousin Kurtis play together.  They are in lurve!
Kurtis is a damned HOSS.  And, he's hysterical.   When the wind blows, he looks up at the sky and mimics it.  And he's VERY serious about that job.  No distractions please.
We spent the better part of the day there ... in "Neverland" ... with such amazing family.  And, I do consider them family ... even if Silas & I are adopted.
What a beautiful day.
xoxo
Anna
p.s.  Next stop:  HAWAII!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations Nonnie/Retiree!!!!

Whelp, the day has officially come.  Linda P. Warren is a retired 3rd grade teacher.
That's right.  My precious/crazy/loud/prude/not-so-prude/Scotch-swilling(that's right, Mama ... I wrote that, as you can't get fired now)/Lady GaGa lovin'/whistling/silly Mama is now retired after many years of  phenomenal service with 3rd graders in the better half of the lower South Eastern states.
As I've mentioned before, simply volunteering in Silas' class is an eye opener.  I do it for sport, as I can laugh and LEAVE in a few hours.
However, CRAZY people ... i.e. Mama ... find their life's calling in doing such a job.
I think these people are born with it.  They cannot help it.  It's like the sexy Sirens calling wayward seamen into the rocks.  Is it a blessing or a curse?
All I DO know is that it has been a tremendous blessing for all of the children that were lucky enough to end up in her care and tutelage.  Never a better educator has existed, in my mind.
So, CHEERS to you Mama.  I am so very proud of you.
A quote that sums it up:

“Teaching is a calling too. And I've always thought that teachers in their way are holy - angels leading their flocks out of the darkness.” 
― Jeannette Walls, Half Broke Horses


xoxo
"Pussywillow"
p.s.  I still think you're a wing-nut for doing what you do!

Wooo Hoooo ... our STELLAR new home!

Silas and I will be taking up residence at kick-ass new home soon!
We have, a fairly, affordable 2 bedroom place with a great backyard that includes an amazing tree swing and tree house. It's on a quiet cul-de-sac in an area that is chock-full of forests.
We could NOT be more pleased.
It is owned by a client of mine.  She's such an amazing lady.
We will have the entire lower portion of the house.  There is a big yard for the dogs and our commute will be so very easy.
Plus, I'm a hop skip and a jump away from my Gay Husband ... so, I can have afternoon tea parties in the garden on a whim.  Only Travis ....
In any case, we're thrilled beyond belief.  Silas is chomping at the bit to move TODAY.
I'm chomping at the bit for a "packing genie" to show up and box up all of our crap.
Not, at all, looking forward to that.
Karma seems to be coming out on our side of late.
For that, I am so grateful.
xoxo
Anna

The Mosey is on a sleep over date ...

Silas is out for the night.
His buddy, Peter, is one of his favorite pals at school.  Pete's dad is a 5th grade teacher at Briarcrest.
So, Silas got to go to their place, swim in their pool, hang with Pete and his brother, and have an amazing evening.
Due to the "Lice outbreak" in class, Ann and I were talking about how we have been scraping our  children's  heads to make sure they aren't  ridden with lice.
If it happens, it happens.  Looks like the boys are clear.
Hell, I had it 3 times as a young girl.  So, Silas has been told that we'll wait and watch .... and, if'n you get it, NO BIG DEAL.  Happens to the best of us.
I've noticed many of the girls being absent this week.  I was, also, told that only particular kids were taken to "Nurse Gary" (Silas' favorite person) to get checked.  He's the only boy that I know that got checked.  I imagine it's because of his seating arrangement .... AND ... that he spends lots of time with the girls.  That's not from me.  That is from their own MOTHERS.  He's a man's man.  But, he's a bit of a flirt.
I'm screwed!
xoxo
Anna

The time has finally come ...

... to make a new life for myself and my precious Critter.
I spent the better part of yesterday at my attorney's office (pro bono - and she is the kindest person EVER!) ... and at the damned court house downtown.
Now, I'm not certain if any of you 3 readers have gone through a divorce.  But, when your attorney says "let's do it today ... you okay with that?"  I HIGH-FIVED HER.  I just assumed that I was going to file some random stuffs through her.
Not the case.
She was making sure that everything was taken care of that day.  PERIOD.
A walk-about later, we ended up at the damned court house.
I had to stand ... BY MYSELF ... in front of a judge in a courtroom to explain my situation.
Funny thing ... I didn't say anything but "thank you".   He looked at all the paperwork, as I stood there,  and was so kind.  Pretty clear what his thoughts were.
Gotta say, after he signed everything, I thanked him, turned my back, started crying, and walked out of the court room.
I felt like an idiot for a moment.  Not the biggest crier, normally.
Then, I felt this HUGE weight off of my body and soul.
I cannot explain how amazing that feeling is.  Just to be done with drama, child neglect, lying to ones  spouse, verbal abuse, etc.
What EVERYONE  of my family and friends has gone through, due to ONE individual, is shocking.  How they have rallied in the midst of that is beautiful.
So, we're moving forward.
August 21st will be the most fabulous date ... MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDARS FOLKS ... it's already on mine.

xoxo
Anna

Friends still passing due to cancer...

Just wondering why I've only known a handful of assholes that have been diagnosed with this disease.
It still amazes me how many people have to deal with it.
I have gotten several new clients at the salon resonantly.
Most of them have been, directly, affected by cancer.  Why they ended up in my chair is still a mystery.
In any case, the stories I hear are UNBELIEVABLE.
These people have fought for themselves and their family.
Why is it that Assholes thrive and Good Souls leave us???
xoxo
Anna

Silas fabulous day with even MORE family!

Yet another loverly day for Silas in The Yak of Ma!
Silas spent today with Grandpa and Grandma Schumacher, Uncle Kyle, & Aunt Tara.  They had a fun filled day of playing baseball, playing video games, shopping, playing with the dogs, cuddles, and love.
This boy is going to be hard to drag outta bed for school come Monday.
xoxo
Anna

As an actress ... diggin' this video...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UVNT4wvIGY

Spring Break antics!!!

Ahhhhhhh ... the good life.  Silas is hog heaven right now, visiting with friends and family in Yaki-Vegas!
I think he's been on the move more than he's been in 6 months.  He's is EATING it up.
Grammie and Grandaddy have kept him busy with visits with family, playing ... nonstop, running around the yard with Grandaddy - playing super heros, etc.
Tomorrow he will spend some fabulous time with his Grandma & Grandpa Schumacher.  He is SO looking forward to it.
I have a feeling, when this critter gets home, he's gonna sleep for 24 hours straight.
What an amazing visit he's had.
In the mean time ... I'm missing him something awful.
But, I'm so, so thankful for his time with them.
Fabulous unconditional love and support!
xoxo
Anna

New wings for the kindest of BC Angels ....

Ohhhhhh ... sweet girl.  What a blessed friend and inspiration you've been to all that know you.
I still cannot believe that you would be checking in on ALL of your friends ... including me ... 3 weeks prior to your passing.
Your grace, kindness, and OVERWHELMING love has left an enormous mark on the world.
Your precious daughters were so blessed to have had you as an extraordinary example of motherhood.
I could only wish to have that strength.
Godspeed, so much love to you & your family, and I'll see you when I see you.  I know the "Super-Secret Metsers" greeted you with such fabulousity ... give E-Beth a smack on the ass for me.
Until then, you'll hear from me here and there.
I know I'll hear back.
Love you, Miss Julie.
xoxo
Anna Banana
p.s.  here's one "for the road" babe:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlEglMIsibU&feature=related

Mosey OUT!!!!

Off he went today.  Headed to Yakima to spend his Spring Break with his Grammie, Grandaddy, friends, and other sweet family.
I'm already missing the HELL out of my boy.  But, I know he's gonna have the most wonderful time with everyone.  In his absence, I will be pulling a massive gaggle of hours at work.  This single Mama's got mouths to feed, insurance to pay, and a huge addiction to porn.  So, I gotta make it work.
In other news ... whelp ... there is no other news.  I love that.
NO DRAMA makes this lady a happy camper.
xoxo
Anna
p.s.  And because I won't be able to sing it to him tomorrow morning, as is our daily tradition:  Silas "you are my Sunshine, my only Sunshine..."

Please help save these little precious critters ...

A pal of mine from Arkansas just posted this pic of these sweet critters that will be euthanized this week.
They are in the Malvern, Arkansas area.
If you need help getting them to you, let me know.  I'll try to do what I can.
If you are in AR or any state nearby, please try to make a call to let the shelter know that you're interested.
But, again, you can contact me and I'll try to figure out what I might be able to do to help.
Thank you, thank you!
xoxo,
Anna

Hang on my "Little Tomatoes!"

I loves me some Pink Martini.  They've been a favorite for years.
This song is so, so sweet and inspirational:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bX2Hg4ldMws&feature=related

This goes out to all that I love that are struggling right now.  And there are, unfortunately, MANY.
You know who you are.
Love, love, & more love.
xoxo,
Anna

BE THANKFUL...

That's ALL.
BE THANKFUL.
xoxo
Anna

Ahhhh ... PARENTHOOD ...

... Ain't easy...
  But, what a blessing to be able to have a sweet critter (or a few) in your world.
  We've had a long few weeks.
   I ended up with, yet again, a case a nasty cellulitis.  Last time I contracted that nonsense, I lost all of my hair.  Still waiting to see if that happens.  Not concerned one bit about the hair stuffs.
   However, I was hospitalized for 4 days.  I cannot EXPLAIN what stellar pals & family I have.  Silas, the pups, etc were juggled the whole time by them.  I was supposed to be house sitting as well.  Add EXTRA stress that I was not able to leave the hospital.  Yet again, my AMAZING friends took care of it.
   What does a girl do to repay these gifts?  I'll figure it out.  Always try to.
   But, being in "lock down" and having friends rallying was just a reminder of how blessed I am.
   Silas was, as per usual, a ROCK STAR.  I made sure that day to day "stuffs" were as "normal" as usual for him. I couldn't have done that without the help of my loverly peeps.
   Bless my poor family ... in SC and in Yakima ... they were stressed the HELL out being so far away.
   But, all's well.  My Elephanitis of the arm has cleared up.  The reaction to immunizations on the OTHER arm that went rogue are cleared up.
   In OTHER NEWS:  Went to Silas' Parent Open House last week.  What an amazing group of kids and  teachers.  Cannot believe how lucky we ended up in landing at Briarcrest.
   Dear Lord.  Those kids are AMAZING!!!!!  His art work was at his table and was gorgeous.
   He is, as per usual, thriving and such the most amazing critter.
   We had a fabulous "date" yesterday with a classmate of his and his Mama.  She's a single Mama as well.  We watched The Lorax in 3-D.  I cannot tell you how much time I spent watching the boys grabbing at phantom stuffs.  I missed half of the movie in order to get my giggle on.
   In any case, no words can describe how proud I am of him.
   Way to go, Mosey.
xoxo
Mama
 
 
 
 

Happy 6th birthday to my MAIN MAN!!!

WHELP ... Mr. Silas celebrated his 6th birthday today.  We, actually, celebrated it with Grammie, Grandaddy, and pals this weekend.  But, today is the day.
It's the same day, that 6 years ago, I met him.  Held him in my hands after, nearly 3 days of labor.
My amazing dude has faced so, so much adversity.  Yet, he remains the most amazing gentleman and kind soul.
He does have a fiery side.  I adore that in him.  He will always be able to stand up for himself.  I've no concern about that.  But, he's so pensive and thoughtful and gracious.
I CANNOT imagine being more blessed with this little person being my child.  It amazes me ... EVERY day.
Soooooo ... we spent the weekend with Grammie, Grandaddy, Birdie, & Arlo ....
Spent some fabulous time out on the water on an Argosy Cruise ship ... thanks to Birdie.
Then, we had an amazing dinner at  Iver's.
Today, Silas and I had a "Bowl Off" for his birthday.  And, as per usual, he kicked my ARSE!!!!
EVEN with the damned bumpers up, that kid can roll a MEAN ball.
Next year, for his birthday, I'm gonna have him do my taxes.
I love you Mosey ... more than you'll EVER know.  You've more strength in you than most people have in their eyebrows.
You inspire me, infinitely.
xoxo,
Mama

And, yet again, Life marches on ...

It's been a while.  Life's been moving so fast and furiously for me, my family, friends, etc.
At some point, I'll backtrack and put up some pics of our adventures ... THAT'S FOR THE SC FOLKS THAT WON'T SHUT UP ABOUT IT!
Until then, I will update on our latest exploits, issues, and those of our precious pals.
Silas and I have been on many an adventure of late.  Spent an amazing weekend at a gorgeous log cabin in the snowy mountains at the beginning of the month.  He had his first ski lesson, which proved to be one the more hysterical experiences of my existence.
When you see your child take a nose-dive on skis ... and said skis end up over his own head in a cross formation ... you either laugh or cry.  I, personally, was crying from laughter.  It was a hoot.
After our fun adventure, he and I both ended up coming home with the flu.  Silas, as per usual, rallied.  I ended up with pneumonia.
This is where it gets "interesting."  I had to get some heart scans done, at the request of my oncologist, prior to my pneumonia nonsense.
Turns out that my heart has taken a beating from the Adriamycin that I took during chemo.
Sooooooooo ... my Lil' Ticker is in heart failure.
Though it cannot it be cured or reversed, we are able to help treat it with heart meds.  I will be on them for the rest of my life.  However, I feel blessed that we caught it in time.  I've 2 YSC girlfriends that have died due to Adriamycin inflicted heart failure.  So, we'll do what we can do to fight it.  I'm lucky to have that option.
In other news, my sweet Hoodie Pal Courtney lost her beloved puppy last week.  Duchess was diagnosed with cancer, herself, and passed quite suddenly the same week.  To say it's taken an toll on Court seems so bland.  This pup had been with her through EVERYTHING ... including her cancer, her losing friends, her losing her father, etc.  Godspeed sweet puppy.  Court is an amazing animal rights advocate and animal owner.  I wish more people that owned animals were more loving AND LESS CAVALIER ABOUT COLLECTING THEM.
It amazes me that humans "procure" animals because they think that they are great adornments for their homes.  You know, "I want a 'thus-and-such' because they are so cute."  Yeah ... you said that about your kids when they were born and your other animals that you could care less about NOW.  I get it.  Not lost on any of us.
How's about you rescue a damned animal and don't keep instigating this nonsense of overpopulation just to scratch your idiotic itch.
It's unbelievably narcissistic.
It just breaks my heart that my sweet friend is hurting so very much right now.  That she was such an amazing and attentive dog owner ... and she's left with such sadness while so many others could care less about their own pets.  It's morally reprehensible.
Godspeed sweet Duchess.
Soooooo .... that's that.
I'll post a billion pics soon to share with family that is breathing down my throat like a dragon on tequila.
xoxo
Anna

Happy Birthday Sweet Regan ...

My Sister "Outlaw" is turning 21 tomorrow.
Silas and I will be on the road ... heading to our super-secret log cabin in the snowy mountains.  Off the grid.
So .... as, we may not be able to send her a birthday call, this is her birthday song.
Our sweet girl deserves this and so, so much more - not only after all she's gone through with the loss of her young sister, her putting her head down and supporting her family, her striving to be an excellent student, her EVERYTHING  ... but because she's such a beautiful, strong, & loving woman.
I don't believe that I could have EVER been as strong as this young woman.
And, for that, she has given me an invaluable lesson in strength.  For that, I thank you.
Cheers sweet girl:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gckGhM7GmWM

We love you and are so proud of you, gorgeous!!!!!
xoxo,
Silas & Anna

Brilliant weekend??? Check!

What does one do when they have had a fabulous weekend in Levenworth yanked from them when someone underbids them on a house at the f--king last minute?
Whelp ... One takes their kid on a cheap road trip for the weekend ... with the huge stinky mastodons that are, said, ones' dogs.  Now, in preparation for such a trip, you've gotta find a nice/clean/cheap HOTEL ... not "MOTEL" ... with a nice indoor pool.
I'm done with motels.
Creepiest one:  I was with my ex and we thought it would be fun to go to a seedy joint.  After a trip to the local super market, bleach in hand, we cleaned the room.  We took pictures of the blood splatters on the "head board" which was actually a panel of shag carpet.  I (as per usual) payed for the damned room.  And, the army mattress we slept on was thinner than a sheet of tissue paper and had what appeared to be shit-stains on it.  Again, bleach prevails.
I should have known this was to be a sign of things to come in our relationship.  Especially considering the fact that I had to pay for that dump.  But, I digress ....
Moving on .....  when one has 2 mammoth furry beasts in tow, it's important to check the pet policies at the hotels.  We found one that accepted dogs (up to 2) with no pet deposit.
SCORE!!!!
Had I known a hockey tournament was in the area, I would have nixed the idea.  Well, I would have nixed it unless they were grown men.  Hockey players are hot!  Just not the teenage version.  And, of course, these were the teenage version.
Obnoxious teenage hockey players aside, we had a blast.
Silas is still practicing his swimming skills, his hot tub decorum, his opening doors for inappropriately dressed 14 year old girls (cue vomit), his not saying "Mama, look at Otis' penis throwing up!" (don't ask), his .......................
But,  Man OH MAN, we had a fabulous weekend.  Good fun.  Good food.  Good Jumping on the bed.  Good swims.  Great laughs!
We finished our weekend over at Uncle Travis and Uncle Kevin's house for a few hours this afternoon.  Travis' Mama recently sent him his old GI Joe figurines from when he was Silas' age.  I, nearly, hit the floor laughing at the fact that my Gay Husband played with these.  It, actually, makes sense that they are still in such perfect condition!
Travis is such a love to my sweet boy.  They played with those dudes for an hour or so.  He is an amazing support to Silas.   Travis is enamored with Silas.  That says quite a bit to me.
It means the world to me for him to have such an AMAZING man in his life (amongst the many) ... even if he does wear more tinted moisturizer and designer clothes/shoes than me.  BITCH!
xoxo,
Anna
p.s. Many REAL men can and do wear tinted moisturizer.  I just hate that it looks better on them!

Happy Birthday Precious girl ...

K-Dawg Birthday!!!!!!!
... We had our "Cooper's game-plan" set up.
However, we're all snowed in.  Who knows who will hoof it to the bar.
Doesn't matter one iota.
We planned a fabulous birthday party for you.  We're all celebrating it on our own terms tonight.

You are a constant in our worlds and souls, sweet girl.  Not a day goes by when each and every one of us look up at a gorgeous cloud, hear an amazing song, eat an amazing meal, watch our kids fall down ... get back up ... that we don't think about you.  You have been, and always will be, one of our touchstones and guiding lights, sweet girl.
We know you are here with us.
We know you are peaceful and safe.
And ... we KNOW that YOU know that we love you.
That's all we need to know precious girl.
xoxo
Anna
p.s.  DAMMIT I MISS YOU!!!!  Could use a bit of your snark today.

My sweet giant may have been smaller than me ...

Spent a snowy afternoon with Mr. Don watching "Big Fish" (again) for the first time in years.
It's such a lovely, lovely movie.  Fabulous cast, cinematography, writing, etc.
I have to say, this time around, I was much more affected by the film.  The father in Big Fish is dying.  His stories to his son are big, bold, and questioned by his son.
I've been there.
I never had the chance to ask my Dad questions that I had held close to my heart.  I never knew the extent of "his world."  The extent became apparent after his passing.
My father was that "big fish."
A big fish in a small pond  has quite a bit to protect and uphold.
I, simply, wish that I had been privy to a bit of that.
Hell, I wish I'd been privy to A HELL OF A LOT of that,  considering the standards to which I was held my entire life and my overly earnest relationship with my dad.
Lesson learned.
I know my father better than most.
I know my father would have spoken the truth to me if he knew he could fix it.
He couldn't.
I don't hold that against him.
Just wish we could have had one last heart to heart chat where I could look him in the eyes ... where he could share his worries ... where I could have helped console AND council him ... and where I could give him a smack ... and then, a huge hug.
xoxo
Anna

Time to get back into "the game" ...

Whelp ...
  Sounds like I've been lassoed into a voiceover gig by a client of mine that has just founded a new "start-up" with his brother.  Flexible hours, recording on my own terms/time, a regular gig for who knows how long.  Oh:  Sounds like it pays well, as I'll be the "voice" of their company as well.
  It's an ideal situation considering the single Mama deal is a full time job ... on top of my, already, full time job.
  I adore this client.  He's young, smart, and driven.  So, I'm glad to help him and his brother out on their new venture.
  Hopefully, it turns into something BIG!!!
XOXO
Anna
 

My song to you Mr. Frank ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajwnmkEqYpo

Had a wonderful conversation with the Roland ladies in Arkansas tonight.  Strong broads, they are!
Frank introduced me to this song.  It still moves me.
Silas and I are sending all of our strength and love to you and your precious family!
See you on the flip-side, Mister!
xoxo
Anna &  Silas
p.s. your wife just told me her favorite memory of me was when I did a swan dive (naked) off of your diving board in the back yard.  I'm, sort of, glad you missed that.

Godspeed Mr. Frank...

http://www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/services.asp?page=odetail&id=26203&locid=14

xoxo,
Anna

Once upon a time ...

I was given the most amazing "mixed" CDs entitled "Oh Anna, Volume 1, 2, 3, 4,  ..."
Stumbled across one today.  Out of all the fabulous songs, this one was my favorite on one particular CD.
And, as the sweet lyrics say, "it's so easy to forget."
I wonder why it is so easy to "forget" for some people.  
Don't get me wrong ... I have a MAJOR short-term memory issue, thanks to chemo-brain.  It's the bane of my existence.  
I forget the "good ol' days".  I forget why I said what I said, did what I did, loved who I loved, ate what I ate, shat where I shat ...
It's been a long couple of years for me, my family, my friends.
I love a good kick in the ass to remind me how far we've all come ... and, how much farther we'll go!
So ... I mosey on, and on, and on, and on.
On the "Up Side", I'm having a good time moseying!




Pleasurehead - "Seafood"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-3wcNnzwwE




Remove the tie and you will find
that the details are now complete
and hope is a word that we both hope for
the changing seasons we both need

and You're so beautiful when you shine for me
and You're so beautiful when you shine, oh

There's not much left, it's been so long
and this reflection has not been kind
So we place our hands in these foreign skys
it's so easy to forget

You're so beautiful when you shine for me
You're so beautiful when you shine for me
You're so beautiful when you shine for me
You're so beautiful when you shine, oh

e so beautiful when you shine, oh 

xoxo, 
Anna

New Years Eve aftermath ...

Whelp ...
  I had a SPLENDID time on New Years Eve.  Hung out with a loverly friend and got to take in some amazing live music that happened to include one of my pals/clients playing drums.
  After the stroke of midnight, my buddy introduced me to his "two little friends":  the bottle rockets.
  At the time, it seemed like a good idea to shoot them out of his apartment window...
  After the fact ... not so much.
  A little "backfire" action occurred whilst setting mine off ... taking out my chest and FAVORITE dress, which I, promptly, had to remove because it caught on fire.  I'm not modest.  So.......
  After several days of trying to mend this damned wound, I had to make it in to "urgent care" today, as my entire chest is like a weepy hamburger patty.  So, now my left side is no longer envious of my right side and all its radiated glory.
  Mucho meds, lots of laughs with the docs and nurses, and a heapin' helpin' of them peeling the burnt skin off of my chest to "promote" healing ... don't try that at home ... I'm on the mend.
  Fingers crossed.
  But, what an amazing New Years Eve to remember.  Loverly time!
xoxo
Anna

My new favorite band...

Of Monsters and Men ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj5JO9j5jiI

Maybe I’m a crook for stealing your heart away
And maybe I’m a crook for not caring for it
And maybe I’m a bad, bad, bad, bad person
Well baby, I know

And these fingertips, they’ll never run through your skin
Those bright blue eyes can only meet mine across a room
Filled with people that are less important than you

Because you love, love, love when you know I can’t love
You love, love, love when you know I can’t love
You love, love, love when you know I can’t love, you…
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So I think it’s best we both forget before we dwell on it
The way you held me so tight all through the night
It was near morning

Because you love, love, love when you know I can’t love
You love, love, love when you know I can’t love
You love, love, love when you know I can’t love, you...



Lovely, lovely song.
xoxo
Anna
p.s. HAPPY NEW YEAR!