I learned a lot last weekend. I learned exactly how important calling is, when you can't actually attend something you've RSVP'd a yes for.
I learned that it really isn't cut and dry when someone gives you their phone number. I went through that whole thing (but from the flip side) last month not realizing the other side of the story but now I completely understand the ambiguity of getting a business card. People are so strange though.. I wish for a change that people would do as they say and say as they do. That what you observe is reality and not a false representation and I just wish wish wish that there were more genuine people in this world. I didn't think people gave their phone number out without actually wanting to be called but apparently that happens. Crazy.
I learned that you can feel completely self conscious but as long as you are genuinely happy, you can look like a million bucks. I also realized that having fantastic friends can make even the most ormal birthday seem like a landmark birthday.
I also learned that being successful at something is a lot easier when you don't doubt yourself. Not just because of the positive vs. negative energy, but because everyone is full of self doubt for one reason or another and we're all so busy worrying about being judged or failing ourselves that we admire when someone puts themselves out there 100% and goes for it!
I learned more stuff but as Frank would say.. my blogs are too long so I had better cut to the chase.
Last Thursday, Lauren and I went to Tony Roma's for my free birthday dinner.. and so began my birthday weekend! I love that birthday club!
Friday, Nancy took me to Lunchbox Theatre for lunch. It was a great play called 'Security' and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was also my first Lunchbox Theatre experience and I loved it! It turns out that my acting instructor is working on the play that is at Lunchbox Theatre Feb 18th! I have to check that one out.
After work, Lauren and I went to the nail salon and got new french gel nails. Really pretty looking but I wouldn't go back to that same place next time!
Saturday was busy! Lauren and I went to Cora's for breakfast. The breakfast was great as usual and they brought out an apple which was intricately carved to resemble a swan. They also had sparklers in it and raspberry sauce and english cream around the plate. YUM! They sang to us.. yes even my ex waiter crush sang to me.. the owners came by and wished me a happy birthday too. Great start to the day!
After breakie, Lauren and I went to the chiropractor and then to our Tattoo consultations.
I am getting mine in March and she will be getting hers late Feb! Debbie got me a gift certificate for my Tattoo for Christmas and I do really want to get it done. I have thought long and hard about it and I know exactly what I want. I asked for the Aquarius astrological symbol which is two wavy lines. I asked to have it done in purple which represents my birthstone amethyst. I decided on the aquarius symbol because there is a lot of constant change in my life and with getting back to the dating scene, acting classes, choir, not to mention weight loss, there is very little about me which stays the same.. but the one thing that will never change is my birthday.. I want the tattoo to keep me grounded and always remind me where I came from, what I have overcome and that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to. I am having it done on my inside left wrist so that I can see it whenever I want but so that I can wear a watch or bracelet to cover it if necessary..
After the tattoo consults, we went to the Witchery and met Alice there. Alice audited my acting class that day so we went together. My class was a lot of fun as it always is.. it was my last class for that particular course and next Saturday I start a new class... I liked having Alice there. It was cool sharing that with someone.
After class we went right to dinner at Ric's grill. It was a great restaurant choice to say the least. Our waiter Laurent was very charming and I enjoyed his super fliratious style. It was a good ego stroke for me and gave me a little extra boost I didn't necessarily need that night because I already felt on top of the world, but I very much appreciated. I had the most delicious rack of lamb and creme brule for dessert which was the icing on the cake so to speak. The waiter brought out my dessert and gave me a kiss on the cheek after singing happy birthday to me. He also gave me a big hug and kiss on the cheek on the way out of the restaurant. I was definitely flattered. I am thankful to Debbie, Lauren, Nancy, Valerie, Alice, Janna, Kerry, Carrie and her friend for coming out.. I had a great time!
Sunday, I arranged for reservations to Smugglers for brunch. We went out and had some fantastic food and then went back to Deb's place for cake. A delicious cake from Yamato bakery. It was Raspberry Lycee mousse cake. YUM!
So the weekend was just wonderful. I felt fantastic, I had great fun, got to spend my birthday with people that meant a lot to me and I feel so lucky for having so many special people in my life!
AND... somehow, after all that food... cake... lamb... brunch... breakfast...
... I LOST 6 lbs between Friday and Monday, which puts me at a grand total loss of -129lbs!!!!!
Holy Shit!
Thanks for joining me on my journey!
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