Holiday Traditions

".....Ho ho the mistletoe is hung where you can see, somebody waits for you, kiss her once for me....." Happy holidays my pet! Today I wanna talk about holiday traditions and which ones do you hold dear. When I was younger for some odd reason I was obsessed with mistletoe. No reason why I'm just an oddity. Yet I always made sure to hang it in the doorway and I thrived on catching people under it and making them share that kiss. I will say though I'm quite proud to say I'm 34 and NEVER got caught under the mistletoe. Yep my pet I'm that good haha. As I grew up though that tradition died off and now I'm probably more into the giving, the magic, and reminding people what Christmas is all about. There are so many traditions out there though, and with so many different beliefs the possibilities seem endless. Each culture, each religion, every generation has their own set of traditions new and old. I see many with kids involve that whole elf on a shelf deal, which frankly creeps me out. I see family gatherings and photos every year. Trips to see Santa. There's church gatherings and nativity scenes. Lights galore and decorations beyond belief. There's prayers, hopes, and dreams for that Christmas miracle. There's birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, and sometimes sadly a goodbye. Holiday traditions have long existed and will always be. It makes us who we are at this time of year and what makes every family, every person special. So my pet what traditions do you follow? Have you thought of starting any new ones? Regardless of what you do or don't do, never forget about the love, peace, and magic this time of year brings us all. I'm ending this post here though, wishing you my greatest secret my dear pet a happy and joyful holiday season just in case my return is delayed. Stay you and stay true!

Just Me :)

Hello again my pet! I'm feeling a bit restless today and itching to write so guess what two posts today. I realized something, I know you by heart but what do you really know about me. I mean sure I've dropped a few tidbits here and there but is that enough, nah I don't think so haha. So get comfy and let me say a little more about myself. First off I'm a summer and Kentucky born girl who has lived in this town her whole life. I'm currently 34 as I write this but looking at me, most believe I lie about my age. I love animals minus a few types. I'm vegetarian and extremely picky. I also hate eating in front of people. I have two pretty nasty chronic illnesses that screw up both my body and head. I've been married and divorced twice and therefore realized I'm completely unlovable and no longer believe in the concept of it all. I'm difficult, broken, and a complete mess. Yet I can be dependable, helpful, and kind to all. I'm totally addicted to Snoopy and that's one thing that will always make me smile. I also have an odd obsession with black leather and I can't get enough of olive garden. I love to read and would rather do nothing but reading. I enjoy sappy love songs but occasionally just hearing soft music like a piano is nice. I have pets currently a cat, bird, and a fish. I enjoy writing hence this blog even though I stink at it. I'm crazy and unique, you'll never meet another like me that's for sure. I always try to live a good life but I do mess up I'm human after all yet I learn from those mistakes. I like making new friends regardless of ages, as long as you're a decent person I'll be your friend. Spring is my favorite season, fresh cut pineapple my favorite food, and killer whales my favorite animal. Rainbows are very dear to me, ask and I'll gladly say why. I have tattoos and color my hair crazy colors but that doesn't define who I am. Who I am is a crazy, mixed up, semi sweet semi rotten individual who you'll either love to love or love to hate, either way I guarantee you'll have a hard time forgetting me. All right my pet I think that's enough rambling about myself for today. Till next time stay true and stay you my pet!

Motivation

Greetings my pet, how are you today? I was sitting here in my crazy yet lonely little world thinking about what motivates people, kinda like a life goal. For some I know that means the usual getting married and raising a family, which definitely isn't my motivation given that I'm 100% completely unlovable (two failed marriages proof of it). Anywho I'm getting off topic I apologize my pet. I think if I had to pick what motivates me I'd have to say my life long dream of writing a children's book. Do I have the talent for it? That I cannot answer. Would anyone read it or like it if I did succeed in writing it? That I wouldn't care, I simply wish to write a book hold it in my hands and say I did this. Yet I haven't because of self doubt and fear. Those two pesky things seem to keep so many people from being motivated from goals. Yet why? What if instead of being afraid we actually tried and what if we succeeded in that goal? What if we believed enough in ourselves that we surpass any little goal we set and then find ourselves motivating others to succeed. Thing is we never really truly know until we try. Perhaps one day we each will finally get the spark of motivation we need to try and reach that one big life goal we each secretly hold in our hearts. I myself have several starts of my story laying around, it's just a matter of sitting down and finishing it. I just need the right motivation to do this, or I just need to finally believe I can. So my pet tell me, what is your goal and what motivation do you need to reach it? I believe in you I always will because remember you are my greatest secret and for that I'll always encourage you. So perhaps together we can motivate each other and that motivation will start a chain reaction in the world. So until next time my pet, stay true to yourself and I will return another day!

Winter's Gloom or Not

Hello my pet, tis been awhile since I sat down and chatted with you. I do apologize for I neglect you so much, after all you are my favorite, my precious secret. Autumn, or fall if you like, is coming to an end here, winter and all it's despair is upon us. Yet, I can't help but ask why winter? What has winter done to cause us to hate it so? Yes it's cold and dark early but still that's no reason to hate it, is it? Perhaps we need to look deeper and see what we're missing. For example, Christmas falls in winter and for me I love that time of year. My dear pet, there is so much magic in the air and it causes strangers to be better to each other. I find peace in that magic and long for it to follow us all year long. The world be so much better if it did. Then there is snow something I admit I'm not a fan of, but have you ever looked at snow under a full moon? It's like looking at million of diamonds on the ground. It's breathtaking. I also enjoy the silence winter brings it's calming to hear nothing but my breath, to be able to clear my head be free of all sounds. Haha but then again I know I'm not normal yet you're still mine aren't you my pet. That's the thing in life ya know, no matter how grim the situation seems you always need to step back look around and truly see the life and beauty that still exists. The same life and you beauty you fail to see because you're so bent on only seeing darkness. As with all things, winter only lasts a season then it changes to something new and all life's problems also change in time. Life is what you make it the choice to be happy or sad to see light or dark all depends on you. Like the attached photo, while everything else succumbed to falls dying breath beauty still poked through. So I leave you my pet for now and do always see the light and beauty in this world, no matter how long winter seems......

Seattle

I realized it's been forever since I've been here for that I apologize my sweet pet. It's been crazy really with one sickness after another toss in some dental work and yeah it ain't been fun. However I'm back and I wanted to touch base briefly about a trip my husband and I went on for our anniversary this past December. We flew to Seattle Washington with the hopes of fulfilling one of my life dreams, to see killer whales in the wild. The flight was smooth got some breathtaking views of the rocky Mountain range however hubby got those photos. We arrived and honestly had a great time the 5 days we were there. We saw pikes place market, the space needle, downtown, underground even, the aquarium, and Seattle in itself. The weekend was devoted to the whale watching tour with an amazing company however those pesky stubborn whales I love so much didn't surface at all......and I mean both days we were out. So yep we shall return to Seattle once again and hopefully have better luck. Seattle is a pretty town, some ares not so much but it has a lot of history and I will enjoy visiting it again come winter when my whales return to the area but till then I leave you my pet with this one photo and questions of more about this seaside world.....

The Ark Encounter

  

The Ark Encounter. What is it you may ask? Well it's more than what I can say in a blog and more than what I can describe. Located in a rural town of Williamstown, KY, lies a lifetime experience that you have to see to understand. I visited it myself over this past weekend with my mother and husband and like many I was thinking oh this is just going to be some giant religious fest of someone trying to choke their beliefs down your throat. I couldn't have been more wrong. Yes I will say religion and the story of the ark are the main points throughout this incredible museum (which mind you that's all this really is a museum that just happens to be partly shaped like an ark). Yet you will find within it's walls an array of information from the creation of the world (based on the bible), to the story of the ark and the flood, to the ice age, how fossils were formed, influences of modern technology, different areas of the world itself. This museum is still much a baby for it only opened July 7, 2016 and it's creator still has much more to add. Currently open are the museum, a two story restaurant that we didn't peek at, a small live animal exhibit (which we felt needed much work), and within the next few months the zip line and tower obstacle course will open. Prices to get in are rather steep for a museum which below you can judge for yourself (why I say this could be a once in a lifetime experience with these prices).

Despite the prices I do recommend to trying to see this place at least once. Tickets can be purchased there or online at http://www.ArkEncounter.com/. After you receive your ticket you will find yourself moved to a line to get on a charter bus which will drive you the one mile down to the ark itself, the buses also return you to the main entrance. I don't know how others will react to it but myself seeing that creation for the first time in person, why it took my breath away. I mean just think the possibility of someone creating such an enormous vessel using only simple hand tools no heavy equipment, no specialized items, just their bare hands simple tools and hard work. My biggest piece of advice I can offer is this.....wear extremely comfortable shoes and clothing because it's a lot and I mean a lot of walking. Here's a photo of the first of many ramps just to get inside, which I think was a total of 5 ramps to go up.

I feel like this post is incomplete of what it needs to be but I'm not the best review person and I don't want to spoil this experience by giving away too much. It's really something you need to see to understand. I don't recommend taking small children though because they would become bored and restless. This is a museum and a no touch look only type. The museum has 3 levels to explore and the restaurant is located outside across from the gift shop entrance and the live animals are located behind the museum a good little walk away from it though. I advise giving yourself plenty of time to go through this so you can take your time and really read things. It's an incredible experience in my opinion and I know many will go to it and say it was a joke or a waste of time and money, but everyone has their own opinions and no one is right or wrong. This is just what I feel about this place. I enjoyed it a great deal and honestly wouldn't mind a return visit preferably when it's not so hot outside lol (inside is air conditioned). The entire facility was clean, well maintained, and filled with friendly helpful staff. I think this blog post is getting lengthy so I'm going to end it. I know I really didn't do well to "review" this place but it's not my thing and I lack the proper know how to do so. I just wanted to give my two cents about this place I'll tack on just a couple pics but again I don't want to ruin it for people. All I can say is go, go and see it and judge for yourself if you like it great if not that's ok because it's not going to be for everyone's liking. So pet enjoy your day and if you ever venture this way go see the ark of kentucky it's pretty cool place I think.

A fair to remember

A fair. Rides. Games. Thrills. Laughter. Fun. Memories. Yeah freaking right!!!!!! Sorry pet I'm just not a people person and therefore I dislike fairs period. Perhaps in my younger years I may have found them mystifying and wonderful but now I can't stand them. So did I go? Yes, twice even but only to support family in pageants. I mostly went for my young niece who has hit that preteen stage and well can get a wee bit emotional at times. Poor kid she's my clone in every way possible. No she didn't win but I'm still proud of her for trying something new it's more than what I would have done at her age. Back to the fair. Why do people fancy them so? Is it merely for the younger generation who try too hard to act like adults? Is it the mere form of human socialization that people are losing due to technology yet long for it? Is it the lights the sounds the food? I just don't get what draws in such massive amounts of people to these things. Yet pet that's my personal feelings. Still something about when twilight hits and those lights come on and you suddenly find yourself swirling with neon lights all around, well it's enough to take your breath away. In that moment that one simple moment I was captivated by the sounds and the array of colored lights. It was quite beautiful in its own way like a whole different world had stolen me away. Yet the moment fades I return with a memory and a blog post hoping that it was my last fair. So my pet I bid thee farewell till the next post and if you get the chance go to the fair. Then take the time to remember when you were younger and what you felt during your trips to the fair. Enjoy it because memories can be precious things to have, so relive old ones, create new ones, and go to the fair.