Girls

Have you ever heard the Beastie Boys’ song “Girls?” The first time I heard it, I was young. I don’t know how old I was. But I liked it. Then when I was a junior in high school, we went to cheerleading camp. We had to learn a dance routine to this song. Don’t laugh, I remembered part of the dance when I heard this song. Completely random. But oh so true!

When the LBs and I got together, they always wanted to use this song. But I resisted it. Mostly because I remembered that dance from cheerleading camp. Not the best memory. Sweaty and grouchy cheerleaders, all crammed into a college basketball arena. Sunburned and in their matching cotton shorts and t-shirts. Listening to this song over and over, trying to remember their next move.

But eventually, the LBs and I found ourselves performing for the troops. And we started to take requests for music. Surprisingly, we got a lot of requests for the Beastie Boys, and this very song! Ya, we did an entire 15 minute routine to the Beastie Boys. “Girls” was our grand finale. Which everyone enjoyed. Everyone probably, but me. But in the end, I was happy to do that routine. It put a smile on our troops’ faces. And that was our job.

So I searched for a video of “Girls.” It was difficult. Because most of the YouTube videos were highly inappropriate for my blog. Oh well. I think this one is OK. You’ll get the gist of the song anyway. But still, every single time I hear this song, I see 100s of cheerleaders dancing to that ridiculous routine, we learned on very hot summer day! ♥

Eight O'Clock Frock Giveaway

This dress just caught my eye! Wow look at it. I love the color and the style of this dress. Mustard yellow always reminds me of my mom. It was one of her favorite colors to wear when I was younger. :)

The style of this dress is also nice. I can imagine wearing this dress to work. It's not too tight or too revealing. Just a gorgeous piece!!! Something you could definitely dress up for an after work dinner.

If you want to enter the giveaway, head over to Grosgrain and enter the giveaway. Good luck to everyone!!! ♥

Stuck in the Snow

My Guy and I, had this great idea. To come and rent a cabin in the mountains. To get away from everything. And it was a great idea. Until we realized, we might be stuck here. You see, we have to leave for Sin City today. And all the roads are closed. It's been 2 crazy days of snow storms. We even lost power for a while. It's a good thing we have all these fireplaces!



I guess we should be very happy. We got to spend some really good time alone. Just being a couple. That tends to be hard when we are living our regular lives. You know, My Guy doesn't have the easiest job. And he is very recognizable. But we are doing, what we can. Taking some time out, to just run away from life.

It is pretty important, that we make it out of here today. We both have work stuff in Sin City. But if we can't make it, what's the worst thing that could happen? We are stuck here together. I can think of worse things.

Actually, I packed up. And My Guy, is looking at some alternate routes out of here. When the sun comes up, we are going to try and get out of here. We've got all day. Hopefully!

We just need to make it to the airport. Good thing we are flying privately, and we don't have to worry about making a flight. That could definitely wrinkle our plans. So could us being stuck. Oh boy! ♥

My Favorite Candy Bars Ever

Have you tried these? They're ridiculously hard to find. I know! I'm like everyone else. Hunting them down. And I refuse to pay $3 for a candy bar! Because that's what they charge at JoAnn's. But I found them at the Dollar Tree. Yes, Big Mo' Bars for $1! I stocked up. The workers thought I was nuts!

Oh, and I didn't stop there. Because I have used them to make different desserts. Adding them into baked goods. Yummy! And in case you haven't tried them, these candy bars are a little sweet. I can split up the candy for 3 or 4 servings. They come in chocolate-carmel, and chocolate-peanut butter. The peanut butter are my favorite!

I've heard from other people that the Big Mo' Bars are only a one time deal. As in "Special Edition." Ugh! I hope they don't stop making them. Because they're delish! ♥

Ruffled Scarf Giveaway

Trina is hosting a scarf giveaway. I think you would enjoy the scarf that she is giving away. I know that I do. It is a scarf that I have had my eye on for a while now. I have searched through every Charlotte Russe around me. With no luck! I can't find it anywhere. But now we all have a chance to win this beautiful grey and black scarf good luck! ♥

Custom Necklace Giveaway

I saw this necklace and immediately fell in love. It is simple and elegant. And that pearl, I am such a sucker for pearls! I can see myself wearing a necklace like this, with all of my Goddaughters' names. It would be very cute! I'm a HUGE fan of handmade. As most people know. But stamped jewelry like this, I just adore it!

The Mama Manifesto blog is hosting a giveaway for this necklace. If you would like a chance to enter, hurry up and head over to their blog. The giveaway ends tonight! All you have to do, is leave a comment about your most sentimental piece of jewelry.

My most sentimental piece of jewelry, it comes from my mom. It is one of the first rings my dad gave her. And when I moved out on my own, my mom gave it to me. It is a piece of jewelry I wear daily. And whenever I miss my parents, I just have to look at the ring to remember them! ♥

Happy 40th Anniversary!!!

So it is early! Really early for me. I'm getting ready to head to the airport. To head to my hometown, for a 2 day medical conference. It has been an amazing and very tiring 2 weeks. But my work in Sin City is over. For at least a few weeks. To be honest, I haven't slept. And I am trying to get some work done.


But when I turned my computer on and headed over to my favorite place ever, Google, I was reminded of Sesame Street! Today is the 40th Anniversary of Sesame Street. And doesn't Big Bird look good for his age? hehehe

As a kid, I LOVED Sesame Street. It was my show. I watched whenever I could. If you know me personally, you know that wasn't a lot. But it was my favorite show. I could read when I was 3 years old. I could count. I knew my colors and my shapes. And could even talk in spanish. That was me. I would sit and watch Oscar the Grouch like he was the coolest dude around town! :)

I was a PBS kid. Reading Rainbow, Mr. Rogers, and Sesame Street. When I got the chicken pox at age 4, I was devastated. I had to miss Valentine's Day at school. But I had Bert and Ernie. Actually, when I was young, I had stuffed animals of Bert and Ernie too. My big brother had given them to me. I also had this Big Bird that I could make talk. This for the kid, that was born in the early 80s. My favorites though, were my Sesame Street bedding and Christmas ornaments.

After all these years, I am sure that my parents have all these things put away somewhere in their home. Along with my Big Bird bookcase and Sesame Street books. In fact, not long ago, I saw my Sesame Street comforter in the linen closet, at my parents' house. But I have the ornaments. And every year, I put up my set of ornaments on the Christmas tree. It was probably the only thing that I remembered from my childhood when I moved out. It was years before Elmo. We bought them at the Price Club (now Costco.)

Now, I have to admit. It has been a while since I have last watched Sesame Street. But it still lives on. My niece Sandy had her 1st birthday in August. Her party theme was Sesame Street. She loves Elmo. As does my goddaughter, Anahi. Who had a Cookie Monster cake for her 2nd birthday. And all my friends' kids love to watch Sesame Street too!

The last time I saw an episode, Sarita (my goddaughter) and I watched it in spanish. She is 4 years old. But she just lit up. Singing all the songs and dancing away. It is amazing how many people have been positively touched by these characters. My sister who is now 38 years old, was a huge fan too! Sesame Street bridges generations, socioeconomic differences, and racial differences. It doesn't matter if you grew up in the projects or in middle class America, you were somehow touched by Sesame Street.

Here is to another 40 years! And millions and millions more children who are positively influenced by Big Bird and the gang! ♥

Lawn Frock Giveaway

The minute I saw this dress, I thought it was perfect and classic. Yet, so playful. The crisp green and white combination always makes me think of cleanliness. Of Spring cleaning. Something I am a HUGE fan of! But with the fullness of the skirt, it is so playful. And youthful. Something you can dance in. Or wear out to lunch with your friends.



But the detail of this dress is what gets me. Everything is so perfectly stitched. Not a stitch out of place. No detail overlooked. I just love the piping and the ruffles. The way the pleats fall on the skirt, just makes me want to try this on!

Look how gorgeous and playful this dress is! I just want to try it on. To dance around my garden. It's that kind of a dress. If you feel the same way, go enter the giveaway. You know you would just love to have this beautiful dress hanging in your closet. Ready for the perfect Spring day. ♥

Poppy Fields Necklace and Earring Set Giveaway

Whenever I see poppies, I can't help but smile. They just remind me of fun, summer fabrics. And you know how much I LOVE fabric. I see these, and I think of summertime. Of wearing a white cotton dress, sandals, and this fun jewelry. I just can't help myself!

The pieces are delicate and fun. Colorful and sophisticated. Something a little unexpected. But for me, Welcomed all the same. I enjoy the simplicity of the pieces. But the playfulness of the poppies themselves.

If you want a chance to win these gorgeous earrings and necklace, head over to the Grosgrain Blog and enter the giveaway. Because, at the end of the day, who wouldn't want some pretty flower jewelry? It just makes you smile looking at it! ♥

Limoncello Frock Giveaway

One of my favorite blogs is hosting a giveaway for this dress. Don't you love it? I saw it and immediately thought of playing in the park on a spring day. Spring is my favorite time of year. And I can honestly see myself having a picnic with the cutie itty bitties in my life. Playing and running through the grass. I can even smell the grass. That is how in love with this dress I am. I wish I could go to a store and buy it!

The delicate ruffles. The button details. And my favorite fabric to wear, swiss dots. All of it just screams, I want this dress! There is something very playful about the dress. Almost childlike. But with an adult attitude. With all it's detail, I can imagine wearing this dress to a fun outdoor gig. And I just adore the lace that peeks out of the bottom!

So I am entering the giveaway. Because Kathleen is an amazingly talented and kind woman. She is offering this dress in a giveaway. Head over to her blog and enter. Because you know that you love it, as much as you love the fresh berries, that make there way to our tables in spring. ♥

Happy Halloween!!!

Happy Halloween!!! This just so happens, to be one my favorite holidays! Months ago, I picked out my Halloween costume. I've been decorating for weeks. Oh, how I LOVE Halloween!

This year, we're splitting the weekend between Sin City...and Bama. "His" and "her" work stuff! But that's life. And we're making the best of it. :) I've been performing with the LBs. Which is ALWAYS a ton of fun! Our costumes are crazy, and somewhat exotic. Well, at least for us. :) And My Guy, he's working hard. During one of his favorite weekends, of the entire year!



Tonight, I'm performing. And My Guy, is coming out west. With a few of his buddies. :) Right after the show, and a little bit of fun, we're heading back. Because My Guy has to work tomorrow! I know. We're absolutely nuts!!!

I can't lie. I'm sorta bummed out. All my cool decorations, are back at the house. :( But I did manage to add some flair to our "Home on Wheels." And in my hotel room in Sin City. Come on, I live for fun decorations!

I hope that everyone has a safe, and fun Halloween! I'm off to have some breakfast. And to catch a flight west. This is going to be my 7th flight, in 3 days! Maybe I can catch a little nap, on the plane. Happy Halloween!!! ♥

6 Years...

Auntie Chuchie,

It's been 6 long years. I remember that day, like it was yesterday. In fact, that entire week, felt like a blur. A blur, that I couldn't process at the time. But that I would remember well. Remember all the details from.

What a difficult week it was. I was so sad. And all I wanted to do, was go home. So I could see you. Instead, I was at my home. Sore from my accident. Finishing your blanket. And praying, that I'd get it back to you.

It was our favorite holiday. And I was trying everything, to get in the Halloween Spirit. Instead, I was miserable. Thinking, I need to be somewhere else. I need to be somewhere more important. With you.

I managed to handout candy. And somehow make it to rehearsal. But I couldn't get you, off of my mind. I knew something horrible, was going to happen. And there wasn't a thing I could do!

Late that night, I got the heartbreaking call. That you had gone with God. And my heart broke. I sat in silence. Felt like someone, had kicked me in the gut. And I couldn't breathe. Because I realized, my best friend was now gone.

It's been 6 years. And the pain is still here. Still haunts me every single day. I try to hold on to your memory. Anyway that I can. Since your passing, I've ALWAYS had a yellow kitchen. I make sure to have your picture with me. And anytime, that I meet someone new, I tell them about my amazing Auntie Chuchie.

I don't think I'll ever get used to the fact, that you're not here anymore. I'll never stop feeling this pain. But I'll ALWAYS have you with me! All the wonderful memories.

I wish, that we had had more time. That you could have taught me more. Like how to make your Frito pie, and meatloaf! Oh, and empanaditas. But more importantly, so that we could have more time together. More time to make memories. And share our lives.

There's not a day, that I don't think about you. Your AMAZING heart. And all the love, that you shared, with each of us. I miss you every single day! And I wish that we could just sit and talk. For just 5 more minutes. I love you Auntie Chuchie!

Love,
Your Little Niece♥

Halloween Shows

Tonight we are performing 3 Halloween shows. Then we have a HUGE Halloween party that we have to attend. We get paid for it. To promote the casino and the event. I am kind of worried if I am going to make it through the entire night. It is going to be a long one! Let's just hope and pray.

The Ladies are excited. We are going to be Barbies. Yes, Barbies tonight. I don't know whose idea it was. But it should be fun. Tabi likes to dress up in things like this! Annie is so excited about her costume too! Manders is even excited about doing my hair and makeup! :)

With the band, we are dressing up in "World War II" type of costumes. The guys are going to be from various branches of the military. And I have this "Pin up"style Army outfit. I am excited about this costume. It is more like a shorts jumpsuit thing. Not too revealing at all! Thank you Cole!

We also have the HUGE party. we get paid to mingle and to promote the Casino. Not too bad. But after 3 big shows, let's see if I am still walking. I would guess that we are probably going to work until 4AM. Maybe later. That means plenty to eat for lunch. Lots of fluids. And a ton of hairspray! ♥

Happy (late) National Chocolate Day

Did you know that there is a "National Chocolate Day?" Yes, there is! And it was yesterday. How did I not know? I am the biggest chocoholic you will ever meet! EVER!!! I love the stuff. I think it is pretty ironic that my ancestors are traced back to the Mayans. Chocolate was for their royalty. It was a very prized possession.

Here I am. All these years later. With stashes of chocolate. Cooking and baking with the stuff. Making mole and gooey brownies. Or just taking a bar. Preferably, a chocolate and peanut bar. And eating it for a snack. Possibly eating chocolate for lunch. You know, on those really bad days.

So let me just wish you a Happy Chocolate Day! Go out and buy a few bars to celebrate. You know. We have to celebrate this amazing day. Even if we are a day late! ♥

Eastwick

Eastwick is quickly becoming one of my favorite shows. It is! The only thing, I never get to see it when it comes out. I usually have to watch it online. At 3AM, between charts and patient visits. But I am really enjoying this show. I never really got into Sex and the City. I was too busy with life at the time. In the last few years, I have slowly watched it in syndication. But I think this show is a mix between Sex and the City and Lipstick Jungle. A show that I really loved! But it unfortunately got the axe too!

There is something about these 3 women that intrigues me. Maybe it is because they are strong characters and hilarious! Or it could be the storyline. Way back when I first lived on my own, I used to watch Port Charles. It was a 30 minute soap, that was about vampires. Loved it! So Eastwick is just that perfect mix of all my favorites. Great story lines, love the sets and costumes, and tons of fun! ♥

Tweet Tweet

I have been really bad keeping in touch with friends. So I figured that I would join twitter. That way, people could see what I am up to. You know, whenever they want to. Maybe you guys want to know what I am eating for lunch. Or what I am doing at work. That sort of thing. The sorts of random topics that go through my head, but aren't big enough to actual post an entire blog on. If you are on twitter, and would like for me to follow you. Let me know your username. Or if you want to follow me, here I am!

Happy Birthday Anahi!

Dear Anahi,

Today you turn 2 years old. And it's a big day for you. Not only is it your birthday, you are also getting baptized. And we're meeting for the very first time! I'm a little nervous. But I'm really excited. Today marks our beginning. The beginning of our journey together.

I don't know much about you. But I do know, that you like to talk on the phone. We've talked almost every single day, for the last 2 weeks. As you tell me about Sponge Bob, Elmo, and all your cars. I know that Sesame Street is one of your favorite shows. And that you really, really love shoes. A girl after my own heart!

I look forward to our future. A time when we get to know each other better. When we share our lives. I hope that we grew to be very close. That I can help guide you through life. That we are able to share anything, and everything. I also pray that you grow up chasing all of your dreams, and accomplishing all of your goals. Happy Birthday!

Love,
Your Nana ♥

A Blessed Day

Today, I'll become a Godmother. Once again. But it's different this time around. It feels more special. Not taking anything away from my Goddaughters. But this is different. Today, we are baptizing my cousin's little girl. A family member.

It just feels special. Different. And right. My cousin and I, are about a year and a half apart, in age. He's younger. But as small kids, we were raised together. Because he lived next door. And as teens, we once again became close. We were sharing lots of the same interests. Primarily music. But we didn't go to the same school. Or see each other often. That didn't stop us. We wrote tons of letters. Back and forth.

Yes, my cousin and I have a lot of history. Primarily, we're friends. There's not a whole lot of people in my family, that I'd call a friend. But he's one. Just less than 2 weeks ago, when I got the call, I couldn't say no. I was touched. To imagine, he and his wife, were asking me to be such an important part of their little girl's life.

So for about 2 weeks now, I've been running around wild. Trying to get a dress, shoes, the perfect accessories, a cake, and all the paper work. I've reworked schedules, booked a flight, and made plenty of phone calls. Made sure that I had gotten the right sizes of everything. Double checked the list I got from the church. And now, the big day is here. Everything is ready.

And if all of that isn't crazy enough, I will get to actually meet my new Goddaughter, for the first time. Yes, the very first time. Just hours before she is baptized. On her 2nd birthday. I'm very excited, for so many reasons. But mostly, because I have this opportunity, to be a big part of her life. And for that, I feel the most blessed! ♥

Voss Water

In our home, we're pretty simple. Nothing too fussy. Pudding pops and Corn Flakes rule in the kitchen. White bread and mayo is a favorite snack. We're not fussy! Except when it comes to drinks. My Guy is pretty set in his ways. Some days, we may not have actual food in our refrigerator. But we always have plenty of beverages. Perfectly lined up. Labels all facing forward. Like you'd find in a store.

And one of My Guy's favorites, you know besides Sun Drop and an occasional beer, is Voss water. Don't tell anyone though. He'd have a heart attack! I'm sure, he thinks this is too girly of a drink. Because he tells everyone that the water is mine!

But in fact, it is My Guy that prefers Voss. He told me that it just tastes better, than water in plastic bottles. More crisp and clean. And he insists that it's more "environmentally friendly," than traditional plastic bottles.

Crazy huh? I like water. I actually really LOVE water. And I'm really starting to enjoy Voss too! I like the bottles. At least at home. Or at work. But to travel with them...I'm always afraid to break them. I'm a bit clumsy. And knowing that I have a glass bottle, of water in my purse, it stresses me out!

I grew up drinking well water. It has a very different taste. And then when I moved, I hated the city water. So I began drinking bottled water. Nothing fancy. Just the gallon jugs that you find at Wal-Mart. The really cheap kind. Does it taste much different than Voss? Well, I'm going to admit it. It does. It's fresh and "clear" tasting. I'd suggest it to anyone who was thinking about it. ♥

Mercury Rising

I just found my favorite nail polish color for Fall! This picture doesn't do it justice! Not at all! But I will tell you all about it. I went to Walgreen's earlier tonight. And I was strolling along, looking for some things to buy. Small Halloween trinkets for my goddaughters. Nothing crazy, a small pumpkin or a hair bow. Things like that.

I had my hands full with Halloween trinkets. And I was patiently waiting. There was a HUGE line at the front of the store. And there was a family in front of me in the beauty area. Doing their grocery shopping. But taking forever! So I waited. The little boy was nice enough to go and get me a small basket to put my things in. And I waited. They were trying to get all the deals and use all their coupons.

So I started looking around the register. And I saw a display of "Halloween" nail polish. It was just the Sinful Colors nail polish, in various shades of green, orange, purple, black, and yellow. I was not really interested in them. So I continued to look at the display under the counter.

And there it was. In all it's glory! Mercury Rising. Completely overlooked. And under purchased! The perfect brownish maroon color. With orange glitter. Or at least, that is what it looked like in the bottle. I figured, it would be a good color for Halloween. So I bought it. I couldn't pass it up at $1.99.

Of course, the minute I got a chance to try it, I did! And the color is perfect! Not a "Halloween" color like I had thought. But a nice Fall nail color. It is a deep brown color, with the slightest bit of maroon. The orange glitter isn't huge like it looked in the bottle. It is more like of a sheen.

Completely reminds me of the changing leaves. A nice thickish formula. But very easy to use. Opaque in color. And after 1 coat, you are perfect. This is one of their better colors. But of course, I used 2 coats and a top coat. My Guy, he likes it too! ♥

Happy Birthday Grandpa

Today, my Grandpa turns 86 years old! Wow! 96 years of wisdom, love, and grace. Yes, that's my Grandpa. I've been so lucky to know him. To spend so much time with him growing up. Sharing our lives. Learning about a time past, from someone who lived through it. There is so much that my Grandpa has taught me. So much! And so much love that he's given me. Our entire family is so blessed, to still have my Grandpa with us. God Bless my Grandpa, and give him many more healthy years with us. Happy Birthday Grandpa! ♥

Perfection

I have no clue where this handbag is from. I don't know who designed it. Or where I can get it. But I'm in love! Isn't this bag just gorgeous? It looks big enough to use for school stuff. Or when we travel. And this color is so rich! If you know where this is from, please let me know! I feel like I need this handbag immediately! Now I'm off to get something more useful done. Maybe some work. :) ♥

A Little 'Rella

If you read my blog last week, you know that one of my Goddaughters, had a birthday. :) She is in the hospital. Battling the Big C. What a strong little girl Sarita is. And I LOVE her so much! So I thought long and hard, about the perfect gift to send her.

She's in bed a lot. And she LOVES Cinderella. Or "Rella." So when I saw this pattern, I just knew, that it was perfect! Well, the bag part anyway. :) I immediately ordered the pattern. And got started, the minute I got my fingers on it.




Yup, this is what I made Sarita. But I also bought a little set of Cinderella figurines. To go inside. I did make the 3 crochet characters. But I wasn't loving them. I also went out, and got Sarita some books. And a few more things, that she could enjoy in bed. It has to be tough, to be 4 years old, and sick in bed. I'm trying to helping her, enjoy life a little. And I hope, that this brought a big smile to her face! ♥

Coat of Many Colors

This is one of those songs that I've always liked. I don't know why. But as a young girl, this was one of my all time favorite songs. I'd sing it around the house. I just loved it.

I think part of it is because my Mom used to sew a lot of my clothes. It's not that we couldn't afford to buy clothes. But my Mom likes to sew. And she'd make me so many cute things. Dresses for our school concerts, fun clothes for vacations, and the best dresses for the holidays. Those were always me favorite clothes. ALWAYS!

I can sit here and tell you about all the nights I'd go to bed, and my Mom would stay up sewing. My bedroom was on one side of the dining room. My Mom's sewing room on the other. I'd leave my door open, just to hear her sewing machine going. I knew that she was working hard on something special that I'd get to wear to school the next day. :)

There has never been a Halloween when my Mom didn't make me a costume. She would always ask me what I wanted to be, and like some miracle, it would come to life. Everything from Pebbles (bone included for my hair) to Scarlett from Gone with the Wind (my favorite movie and book.)

My Mom always made my clothes. She sewed my crib bedding and curtains for my nursery. She made me so many dresses. And blankets. Every Easter, my Mom would make me and my favorite doll a matching Easter dress. She would even take store bought gloves, socks, and hats...and she'd add her own personal touch. Little things like beads, ribbon, and lace.

As you can see, my Mom is an amazing woman. She's my hero. A lover of crafts. And definitely a lover of country music. So as I've gotten older, this song has definitely had a special place in my heart. It reminds me of my Mom. I just don't have the words to tell you how much I love my Mom. And how lucky I am to have her in my life.



This song has definitely touched me in many ways. This particular video, I really love it. My favorite song, and 2 of my favorite country singers. And I'm going to be honest here, I just had to take a break to cry. This is how special this song is to me. It will always remind me of my Mom. What a very special lady she is. ♥

The Orgasm Cake

Do you really want to know the story behind this? It's actually very cute, and somewhat funny. Not sexual in anyway.

My Guy and I had been dating. Nearly 6 months. And I ask him what he wanted for his birthday. This man. The man that makes at least 9 figures a year. That has everything a man could want. I ask him. Hoping it's under $200. Because, I'm a college student, with limited funds. But I wanted to get him something special.



He thinks long and hard. For almost 2 weeks. What does he want? A cake. Yes, he told me that he wanted a "homemade cake." Like when he was little. His Mom would make him a butter cream cake, with chocolate frosting. And sprinkles. Lots of colorful sprinkles. He liked the way they'd crunch. :)

Sounded easy enough. I still managed to find him a birthday present or two. :) The perfect CD. And the 1970s sign, that he hung almost immediately. Oh, and there was that shirt. But the cake? I wanted him to have something special. Something that I had made him. That was a little bit different. Something orange flavored. He likes orange flavored things. So I looked up a ton of recipes.

That work week, it was insanity. I was working at the hospital, and performing. Oh, and My Guy was working too. We were lucky, to get 5 minutes to talk, before falling asleep at night. I never made it to the grocery store. I never bought a thing I needed.

I woke up early on his birthday. Maybe because mid-dream, I realized it was My Guy's birthday! How in the world had I forgotten to go to the store? It was just before 5AM. And I quietly made my way to the kitchen. I knew I had some miscellaneous baking supplies. But I had no clue what was in the pantry. I was praying for the butter cream cake mix and chocolate frosting. No luck...

Our dogs stared at me. While I was sitting on the floor. Staring at the 2 boxes in my hand. Chocolate cake, and strawberry cake. Chocolate sounded more manly. You know, I don't think a pink cake, would have gone over so well. In 10 minutes, it was in the oven. I was on a ladder. Looking for some frosting. Again, strawberry. Definitely not what I was looking for. I kept digging. And behind a case of Sun Drop, and an economy sized box of Cheerios, I found a container of vanilla frosting.

Well, I was 0 for 2. But I was going to make it work. I waited patiently for the cake to bake. I pulled out My Guy's presents. Which I had wrapped days before. And the card. The card that took 2 weeks to write. And I waited.

Eventually, the chocolate cake was frosted. With vanilla frosting. It looked yummy. Or maybe I was hungry. It was just after 6AM. I added some sprinkles. But it didn't seem special enough. You know, the frosting was starting to melt too. The cake was still warm. So I added some M&Ms. They were there. Staring me down on the kitchen counter. Yummy. That's what I thought.

It was not the most gorgeous cake I've ever made. I wasn't sure how it tasted. Not the way I had envisioned, celebrating My Guy's birthday. I had HUGE plans. That just didn't work out. But we had a cake. And it looked good. I've made other cakes. Beautiful ones. With elaborate designs. Beautiful frosting. And here, I was staring at this very "homemade cake." I was just hoping My Guy would like it.

In 3 trips, I made it upstairs. Presents, card, and cake. Candles included. My Guy still sound asleep. Yes, he slept through it all! He's a heavy sleeper. Doesn't like mornings. It wasn't a miracle that he was still asleep.

But when I woke him up and sang Happy Birthday, it was all worth it! That friends, was the beginning to our new "Birthday Tradition." That morning, we ate cake in bed. 2 spoons, no plates, and no napkins. The words out of My Guy's mouth, "It's like an Orgasm in my Mouth. In a good way. A totally good way." It just made me smile. :) To see him all smiles! Because I had planned something different. A fancy pants cake. With a fruit filling. And beautiful frosting work. Instead, we were digging into this cake. This cake that made him smile like that. Like a little boy, who had just had all his dreams granted.

So, yesterday I baked that same cake. And I brought it to bed. My Guy's very sleepy eyes, they lit up. And we enjoyed a little bit of sunshine. It was delicious. And I see myself making this cake, "The Orgasm Cake," for every birthday we celebrate together. You know, until the end of time! ♥