The madness begins..,

It’s almost that time of year again. The birds are chirping, the sun is brightly shining, the flowers are blossoming AND the brackets will be busting!! My favorite time of year MARCH MADNESS! 20 days until the opening round and this year we have 68 teams going to the BIG DANCE. Who will they be?

You are probably wondering to yourself, “How the heck does she have time to concentrate on basketball with everything else going on in her life?” Well I don’t. I’m already behind on my readings and I have 4 papers to write in 3 weeks. I’m up to my eyeballs with stress.

In addition, I was asked if I’m attending church amidst all this. Actually, my faith is what keeps me grounded and sane. Everyday I thank God for my current journey in life. I put my trust in God that He has me on the right path to fulfill His plan. I know I’m not perfect and I make mistakes and bad decisions everyday. My thoughts are impure and my actions are not always perfect. One thing to remember is that none of us are without sin at any given day or any given hour. Who are we to judge others without looking at ourselves and admitting our own faults?

March Madness is not the only reason why it’s my favorite time of year. Lent and Easter take place during this time; sacrifice and rebirth. A time for reflection and forgiveness. A time to nurture your faith and reflect on your purpose in life. Are you living up to your full potential? Are you practicing your beliefs? Are you valuing your life as He desired you to? These are questions I ask myself everyday. These are questions I hear Him asking me. Being Catholic is not a Sunday morning thing or a Christmas thing, or an Easter thing. Being Catholic is practicing your faith everyday through your actions and your thoughts.

I regain my energy through my faith and believing God is with me ALWAYS. Yes, March Madness is around the corner, but what that means to me is we are that much closer to Easter and celebrating His resurrection.

Yes, I am attending church, but most importantly I’m doing my best to live out my faith through reflection, prayer and good acts. It is not always easy, but I’m striving to make it a day to day, hour to hour and even minute to minute lifestyle. I'm not going to ask, but you know my question.

PEACE and GOD BLESS!!

Leisure activity needed right about now...,

Dating sucks!! I’ve been doing this “Plenty of Fish” thing and I vowed to never do on-line dating again after my last date from “Fitness Singles” volunteered to eat my meal. YES! He reached over with both hands, took my plate and said, “You’re not going to eat that are you?” I was saving the candied walnuts and fruit for last!!!

Well, here I am trying the on-line dating scene, AGAIN!! I read somewhere you have to go on at least 6 dates before you actually connect with someone. Could it be because you let your guard down after 6 dates? Or you just don’t care who you’re dating anymore? Like you kind of give up on finding “that one” and you settle. Well, I’m ready to give up after 2!!

Dating is not new to me. I’m just saying it sucks!! I’ve been dating for the last four years and quite frankly I feel like giving up. First, allow me to say this…, I DO NOT NEED A MEAL TICKET. Unlike other people, I don’t date for a free meal, movie, or drinks. I live off of apples, bananas and Gatorade. I can go all day with an apple or a few crackers. It’s not a meal I need. Ok, maybe I need it, but it’s not the reason I date.

I date because I’m searching for my other half. I need a companion in my life. I want someone who I can share my life. I want someone who is spiritually grounded, emotionally stable, physically fit, and intellectually stimulating.

The date I had last night enthusiastically said, “You’re a great catch! I don’t know why you are still single, but I can see how you can be intimidating to men. You’re tall, gorgeous, smart, you’re pursuing your doctorate. Too bad for them, but good thing for me!”

“Uuuuhh, thanks..,” (I think?) Unfortunately, there wasn’t a love connection. He was cool, but he didn’t do it for me. His picture told a different story. I was expecting Matthew McConaughey and I got Owen Wilson. Faces are somewhat similar, but totally different!! I suppose if he was funny, I’d accept the crooked nose and fake teeth. YES!! He had a crooked nose and fake teeth!

I’m on to my next adventure…, OKCupid. Let’s see what treasures I’ll meet there. Yes, I’m blogging, dating, working, and doing my doctorate!!! Actually dating helps me practice the leadership skills we are learning; non-violent communication, coaching skills, action inquiry, and research. What are you doing? (BIG SMILE)

PEACE and GOD BLESS!!