I realized today as my vivid memory replays scenes from the wedding reception that everyone was cordial, happy and most of all relaxed with one another.  In retrospect, I can recall past celebrations filled with stress and family nonsense due to one or two’s insecurities with themselves and perhaps thought they “ruled the roost”.

This time, the bride and groom took hold and planned it all by themselves without any feedback from anyone.  It was their wedding and who better to plan it, invite who they cared to invite and,  have it turn out as the event of events.

I would like to applaud Darrin and Maria for pulling it off with grace, beauty and charm.  We all loved and appreciated the ambiance and the personal touch and I look forward to viewing the many photos that were taken, especially of me posing with the newly married couple.  Personally,  it was an honor to be surrounded by their love and beauty.   All of my relatives and my children join me in praise for this wonderful event for Darrin and Maria.

Will post a photo soon!

Current Mood: Happy & Happy

I have been back in Florida since Sunday evening,  yet it seems my body is still recovering from the way below freezing temps.  In addition to all of this,  I also shared a room with a relative, that loves a cold room to sleep.  I was anxious to return home to Florida’s warm climate, but we are in a cooling trend and we haven’t warmed up as of today.  I am yearning for those low 80’s when I can function without outwear. the layers and get to wear my open shoes with no hose of any kind.   I tell you,  if  it were not  for my wonderful loving family living up North, I probably would stay away unless it was summer-time.

Today,  I did my yoga class for the first time this week and it felt so good to stretch and get the airline kinks out of my body.  My mind has started to clear and I can almost feel stress free once again.  I repeat “Yoga” is the cheapest, easiest form of exercise that is not only good for our body and mind but it also keeps our skin glowing.  It is amazing for me!  Try it!

Flying into New York on Friday for Darrin’s wedding celebration was so exciting as I traveled with his brother Joe and his wife Chanipa.  She was anxious and a little nervous,  as this would be her first meeting with family members in addition to seeing New York for the first time.  I assured her that with her charming smile,  she would make everyone feel comfortable and happy to meet her.

As we relaxed and read on the flight, the announcement came on with the weather report that Islip Airport in Long Island had sunny skies with a brisk temperature of 21 degrees.   I think everyone gasped and wished we could turn the plane around and head back to Florida…I knew I was cold in 50 degrees, how was I going to fare in 21?   With the love of a wonderful occasion, the love of my family, the meeting of new people and the joining of all of us being thankful for this happy occasion for Darrin and Maria (the wonderful happy bride and groom).    It indeed helped with the frigid temperatures as they say “Love conquers all”.

Place-  Brooklyn NY

Time- 10:45 approx

Groom- Darrin

Bride -   Maria

Date-     Jan 27 2010

Tomorrow,  I plan to make a toast to the happy couple that has found the magic formula of ” True Love.”    It is pure beauty,  to see  my son Darrin and Maria his wife- to-be together.  I know in my heart that the right ingredients are in this mix,  for two people to be happy and suited to one another.

I will be flying up to NY on Friday to meet Maria’s wonderful family and then on Saturday we will all be joined at a cocktail party to celebrate this wonderful couples marriage.  Mom can hardly wait to hug them as tears of joy have filled my eyes.

Ms Millie is happy and that is a positive thing!

Where is the time going so quickly?  It sure seems like only yesterday, we were wishing each other a Happy New Year and I was suggesting you do 10 sit-ups.

I wonder just how many of  you did one or two just to see if you could.  Maybe some of you have done a few more or tried doing the breathing exercise to relax and also strengthen your lung capacity.

At the least,  if only you started smiling a bigger smile or having a chuckle over some little thing or just laughing at loud.  I know for a fact that once you do it and you feel the incredible relaxation, you will continue to find things to relax by.

It becomes addictive in a good way and besides it is so good for us to be silly.   Personally, I have been slap stick silly lately trying to juggle all the things I volunteered for and wondering how will I do them all and do it effectively?

But keeping busy is Ms Millie’s nature and doing nothing is hard to do.  For now I will say good night and enjoy your Sunday.

Current Mood: Playful