Big Cheese, Are You There? April’s Thoughts

I started this “Big Cheese” series with the ambition of closing out each month with a quick blurb about what I thought, things that moved me, or random Heatherism’s

Needless to say, I failed miserable for February & March.

Why?

To be honest, I think I was either blocking out a lot things that were important and I was too scared to post, or frankly, didn’t think you would care to take a few minutes of your day and read it.

The last few months have been about deriving clarity about my business and developing a service that is valued and needed. Often times business owners *think* they know what you want, but in reality, it’s a far reach that we ever see eye to eye. At least that is what I have learned by the couples I have met with. I was not the right fit for them nor were they for me. And that’s okay.

So, La Dolce Vita Weddings will be re-branding and re-organizing our services to provide a better match for what you are asking for. And to align me as a person with the personality of the business.

Shouldn’t you know who you are working with? Shouldn’t you feel a connection and trust that person?

Exactly.

So, things I have learned this month ::

1) I never knew what *love* really felt like until I had to say goodbye to Shelby on 4/14/2011.

• She was born on the 14th,
• She was 14 years old
• Was let go on 4/14, exactly 14 days after she was diagnosed.

I don’t believe in coincidences. Loss is indescribable. Trust in the higher plan for you.

My little Shelby-girl…I love you and miss you every day.

2) Clarity is everything. How can I move forward if I don’t know who I am and where I’ve been? I believe we all struggle with this question but keep at it. The journey never stops.

3) Sometimes you just need to take a break and enjoy life. The last year I have been so busy that I’ve neglected other areas of my personal life. We always strive to find that perfect “work-life” balance but I believe that life is what you make of it.

4) Keenan Cahill is beyond inspirational. He was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease at the age of one called MPS Type 6. He has turned into a internet sensation by lip-synching to popular songs and posting his videos on YouTube. Any time I’m feeling down in the dumps, I take a look at Keenan and put my big-girl shoes on and realize that I’m so very lucky.

Here is his YouTube Channel – check it out.

What keeps you going? Would love to hear from you!

Cheers,
Heather

Big Cheese? Are you there? January’s Thoughts

So, every night, I say a little “thank you” to the big cheese upstairs e.g. I have a roof over my head, food in my house, clean socks and the ability to {cough} sing in the shower. Albeit hubby may not appreciate the last one so much.

I’m not very good at keeping a written journal because I’m on my Mac so much writing. So, instead of losing my thoughts to some random black hole, I thought that it would be good practice for me to blog once a month about the little things that make me smile, and thankful. You are more then welcome to continue reading, but I won’t be offended if you don’t. Really. Totally get it.

First thing :: Music inspires me. For some reason, every time I hear a good song, I can’t help but feel my bootie wiggle a little bit and my shoulders moving with the rhythm. I *think* I was graced with a smidge of dancing ability and I hope that I never lose my appreciation for moving music. This can mean anything from Girl from Impanema to Bon Jovi to Jay Z. I’m convinced that in my previous life, I was that girl dancing in the Brazilian Carnival with the biggest headdress man has seen. I could live w/o TV for the rest of my life, but please don’t take the music {cue Rihanna}.

Second thing :: hubby and I can sit in the same room for 6 hours doing our own thing and be perfectly content.

Third thing :: My Doberman girl, Nissa, has always tried to catch our neighborhood bunny, Jack, but never succeeds. I’m thankful that she hasn’t. It would be a terrible day in the Gardner household if she did catch him. I don’t know that I would be able to look at her the same way again.

Fourth thing :: Jimmy Johns Gourmet Subs. “nuff said.

Fifth thing :: One of my besties, Sandra. This girl does NOT know a stranger – give her a minute and she’ll be your bestie too! She always knows the right thing to say at the right time – “Want to grab a cocktail?” Muah

Sixth thing :: I am going to learn how to salsa. This year. C’mon guys, hold me to it.

Curious to hear about your “things” – don’t be shy. We’re all family here.

Ciao friends,

Heather