"New year, New beginnings"

I haven't forgotten you guys. Christmas was perfect! My husband and I had 36 presents under the tree just for us. We spoiled ourselves rotten! It was so fun, we had our poo poo"s (appetizers), beer, Christmas music. Then on Christmas day I was with my residents. Now tomorrow we are having a New Years Party with my residents. Actually it is a New Years Dance with music from the 30's & 40"s, then we well serve them sparkling cider, more poo poo's, and toast the New Year. Can you believe it will be 2011! Crazy, huh! It will be a great year! I can't wait! Life is great. I have been crying for 3 weeks because I am so happy. Christmas brings out the best in me.
I want to up date you on my book. I am waiting for a book review, and then I will send out a press release to media outlets, such as magazines, newspaper etc. so wish me luck. I will let you know what will happen. Again you can get my book on Amazon.com "A touch on the shoulder"
I want to know what you guys think. Thank you for all your support.
Happy New Year to all! I hope 2011 will be the best year for all of us!!!!
Lauren

"May all your dreams come true!"

Christmas is almost here, and a new year is about to begin. I love this time of year and find myself singing Christmas songs where ever I go. I hear laughter from friends exchanging gifts, from children playing and from co-workers on their lunch break. Lets take time this Christmas from the hustle and bustle of trying to get things done and from running here and there, and take a look around. Stop, and really take a look! We are all here on this planet, together, there is so much good in the world and sometimes we miss so much. Lets take the time to notice the little things that life has to offer, a smile from a stranger, laughter from a child, the perfect Santa Clause that is right in front of you. Lets, stops the worries, the fears and just be with each other. We are one, after all. Lets look pasted the assumptions, the judgments, and just except everyone for who they are right at this moment. Lets give to others for no other reason than just to give. Lets strive to have love in our hearts, lets make 2011 the best year yet! We can start by taking the time to just really look at the world around us, and share a little love with each other. May 2011 be the year of new beginnings where all of our dreams come true.
Lauren

"Today was a blessing"

Today was an incredible day. We were blessed with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus today. They came to my work at the assistant living facility, where we took pictures, laughed, cried and each of us was blessed with a miracle. Believe it or not folks, but the real Santa Clause was here. I never believed in Santa until today. Seven years ago from today this ordinary man was hit by a truck. But by him being hit by this truck on this particular day, he saved 6 small children. He was clinically dead and upon returning to his mundane life, he came back as Santa Clause and that is who he is from his head to his toes, to the depths of his soul. Three months earlier Santa ran out of gas in his 1928 mold T ford right in front of our building, and today we had the honor by his presence. He brought a huge bag of stuffed animals, and every single one of them were different. He reached in what he called his "God Bag" and pulled out the perfect one for each of the residents and for all the staff. He stayed longed after the pictures were done and toys were given, and told us stories of miracles. He told us how where ever he went he always had just enough toys and candy canes, and that even when he was down to the last toy that somehow there was always more if needed. I cried and had my own little miracle siting between Santa and Mrs. Santa, for my 5 years old little girl within got a chance to have a wonderful memory of Santa Claus, one she had forgotten so long ago. It was a blessing, and it was a perfect day. WOW! There is a Santa Clause, can you believe it!

"It is good to be back!"

Hello, Hello out there! I am back. I have been sick for the past 5 days. Boy, I haven't been sick like this in over two years. It is good to be back. I have had a crazy, yet awesome day. I am so excited, I have to tell you why. First of all I want to start by telling you about my day. I am still a little under the weather, but since me and my babies (my dogs) have been cooped up for days I decided to take my babies to the dog park. This was the first time in doing so, usually I take them for a walk, but I thought the less exercise would be best, being still a little sick and all. So, what happened? It was a disaster! Trying to get two large dogs into a small truck, crazy! What was I thinking? Then I did not know exactly where the dog park was so I asked this lady walking her dog and she said "follow me it is right over there." We walked and walked and you got it and walked. When I got there it looked great, it was cloudy and cold, but because it hadn't rained in awhile, I thought it looked fine. Looks can be deceiving! Mud, yes in the middle of the dog park was mud and you can imagine how that turned out. So when I got back, my babies where clean because the mud was all over the inside of my car. I figured oh, well and off to Dos Coyotes I went with my book in hand. My eyes got tired, do to still being congested, so I left earlier than usual. When I got home, I had to start the dreaded cleaning of the kitchen, and I noticed as soon as I let my littlest baby out of his cage (Bird named gringo) he immediately flew off his cage, his cage was infested with ants, they were everywhere. It took about an hour cleaning everything up. Crazy, you should of seen me, there is a huge thick plastic mat for the floor under his cage, trying to bend that thing to take it outside was a challenge to say the least, the bird flew down the hall I kept dropping it and things flew across the room, Christmas tree ornaments, candles, when I got it outside it boomeranged from my hands and hit all the utensils from the barbecue (don't worry honey, I pick them up) and to top it off I got soaking wet from the hose, what a sight. But something was different. I was different, in the past I would have been complaining, whining and bitching how my day was ruined, so on and so on, but no today. I was happy, I put on my music and I did not let anything ruin my day. It was amazing! I mean, I wasn't stressed, not one once of complaining in my head, I was actually humming to my music. WOW! For me this was truly awesome. Then when I was almost done with drying off the birdcage, it dawned on me that I was happy, in a great mood. What was weird was I did not have to try to convince myself not to let it get to me, it just happened on it's own. I thought to myself, Lauren everything in your life is perfect and where it should be, even when shit happens! You are OK, better than OK !Yes, how cool is that!
Lauren

"Check it out!"

Hello out there! I hope everyone is doing wonderful! I have been so busy that I haven't had time to write. I actually miss it. I have a great idea for a new book, so I won't be able to write as often. my goal is to blog twice a week. My book "A Touch on the shoulder" is done and ready for print. My next step is to get a proof copy, check it over one more time. How awesome is that! I am so excited. Below is the description of my book which is printed on the back, check it out.

A Touch on the Shoulder is the true story of a woman's journey of self-discovery. It recounts the raw tales of a young woman who searches for the meaning of life and her purpose in the world. She travels the world, meeting incredible people and experiencing many amazing adventures, only to discover that the answers she sought were ultimately within herself. She faced the darkness of her past and embraced the indomitable spirit she recognized in herself. When she began writing she vowed to write from the heart and no matter what came out, she would keep it. What makes her story unique is through her exploration of her life she found something unexpected and magical, her child within. She came out with a vengeance and was allowed to express herself. This is a very honest and real narrative that will make you laugh and cry. I invite you along to share Lauren's true stories and her journey of self-discovery.
I let you know when it is ready for sale. Thank you all for your support.
Lauren