New 30 day blog challenge!  Wouldn't you KNOW the first post is about your "current relationship" - yawn.  If single I'm supposed to tell you how single life is.  It's great - no really, it is.  With the exception of 2 weeks out of 52 I am completely content with being single.  I like the freedom of not having to consult with someone for wanting to jump in the car and go see a concert 3 states over - esp. last minute.  Some might think it selfish to say but I'm thankful I don't have to keep someone else's feelings in mind when I want to do something.  Those of you who really know me, know how much I internalize most things and upsetting someone ranks up there.  It's nice not to have to worry about upsetting someone.  Do I miss having a significant other - sometimes.  It's hard going to the movies by yourself (esp. if you get your seat early and THEN have to use the restroom). Some places absolutely do not like single people and will make you as uncomfortable as possible.  I get tired of seeing families and couples get assistance before me sometimes.  Also, everyone acts like it's okay for YOU to get out of a couple's way while walking down the street (cuz they are holding hands) - that's a pet peeve but I digress.  Sometimes it would be nice to have someone have my back (it really is tiring taking care of yourself all the time) or to make out with every once in a while (oh who am I kidding- every night - Jack-be-damned!)  or just to have someone say "you look pretty!"  Alas, if I'm meant to put my heart out there for someone again he's going to be pretty darn special.  Until then I have my music, travel and animals and that keeps me smiling!!!

HOLD EVERYTHING!  Courtesy of my lovely Canadian friend Suzanne - I'm going to restart this 30 day blog.  She has a more interesting one posted on her blog so I'm going to snag it!  Stay tuned....

Day 8 - a song to match your mood:
Not sure if this will work but it's the BEST tune - oh MMMMMMMark......http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GhBACWUY6o

Tune is called "Take It All Out On Me"   sweet dreams!!!

My dream wedding - you sure can tell a female crafted the list of blog topics for this challenge.  I'm at an age where I don't dream about getting married anymore.  I don't think that is a sad thing.  I'm a realist about a lot of things and true long lasting love in this day and age is something akin to a Great White Buffalo!  There are other dreams I prefer to chase - like financial security.  Like living long enough to have a place downtown Chicago with a nice view.  Paying my Mom and sister back for everything they gave over the past 8 months.  That's the kind of stuff I dream about! 

I'd love to have a colorful parrot but the darn thing would probably outlive me.  Then who would I give it to???

Today's blog is brought to you by 2009.  This pic was taken in January - the night before I graduated my with my Bachelor's.  Steve sang on stage and Sarah Buxton sang some harmony with him.  They sounded great together.  It was a long drive into WI (or so it felt) but it was worth it.

I should have read the entire 30 day list of blogs before I started this.  I suppose I could have edited the list.  That would be cheating I suppose.  Today I'm supposed to share my favorite pic of my best friend.  I don't have one.  A best friend that is, I haven't really had on in a long time.  I suppose my Mom is the person I talk to and confide in the most.  She wins by default!  Ha ha!  Sorry Mom!  She hates this picture - she hates all of her wedding photos I believe.  The lady who cut her hair did a "bad job" (quoting Mom), her face had started to break out and the stress from the interference promised by her ex's family caused her face to break out really bad (can't see it) - gosh, reading all of this I WONDER where I get it!

Day 3 on day 4 - had a Mark Wills concert last night at Whiskey Bent - knew there wasn't going to be a blog, guess I should have shared that.

Oh well here you go - my perfect date.  I have no idea.  It has been SO long since I've thought about dating or kissing or just being involved with someone.  I suppose, since the formality of stuff can freak me out sometimes, a date that wasn't officially billed as such.  Looking back, when you realize, the first time you spent a block of time together - THAT winds up being your first date instead of the boring 'will-you-go-out-with-me' predictable first date.  Yeah, I'm going to go with that!

Carrots - one thing I ate today.  I tried searching for a pic of the chicken sandwich I ate for lunch but couldn't find it.  Oh well you'll have to hope these carrots fill you up!~


So far so good - day 2 of blogging and I remembered.  Might not be the case tomorrow - Mark Wills concert at 9pm!  Woohooo!

Today was educational - I learned everything there is to learn about German Cockroaches.  Disgusting.  I conquered ants - I WILL conquer these damn things.

I haven't kept up on my blog here. I think I registered under 2 separate email addy's. I only subscribe to a few blogs and I noticed I have one pic under one blog and a different pic on another. I don't know how to figure out the other account. Ugh!
Oh well. I'm going to take this blog challenge. Doesn't appear to be that difficult - as long as I can figure out how to attach pics! Come back and check it out and see if I managed all 30!

Day 1 – A photo of yourself and a description of how your day was.
Day 2 – A photo of something you ate today.
Day 3 – Your idea of the perfect first date.
Day 4 – Your favorite photograph of your best friend.
Day 5 – A photo of yourself two years ago.
Day 6 – A photo of an animal you’d love to keep as a pet.
Day 7 – Your dream wedding.
Day 8 – A song to match your mood.
Day 9 – A photo of the item you last purchased.
Day 10 – A photo of our favorite place to eat.
Day 11 – What’s in your makeup bag?
Day 12 – A photograph of the town you live in.
Day 13 – Your favorite musician and why?
Day 14 – A TV show you’re currently addicted to.
Day 15 – Something you don’t leave the house without.
Day 16 – Your celebrity crush.
Day 17 – A photo of you and your family.
Day 18 – Something you crave a lot.
Day 19 – Another picture of yourself.
Day 20 – The meaning behind your blog name.
Day 21 – A photo of something that makes you happy.
Day 22 – A letter to someone who has hurt you recently.
Day 23 – 15 facts about you.
Day 24 – A photo of something that means a lot to you.
Day 25 – What’s in your purse?
Day 26 – A photo of somewhere you’ve been to.
Day 27 – A picture of you last year and now and how have you changed since then?
Day 28 – Your favorite movie.
Day 29 – Something you could never get tired of doing.
Day 30 – A photograph of youself today + three good things that have happened in the past 30 days

Note: I didn’t come up with this - I'm borrowing!

So I didn't stay true to my first blog of 2010. So much has happened over one short year. I'm in Nashville working for Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. Special thanks to Vince and Chris - my inspiration to go out on a limb and find my own little alcove in paradise. Living out here alone hasn't been without tears but every day lived is a day closer to getting "her" back where we need her!