Monday, November 06, 2006

Taking the Birthday Bull by the Horns

I'm learning that expectations can ruin anything, so when it comes to expectations on your birthday, my advice is the keep them humble.
I mentioned in the 12 days of Catherine (November 1-12) post to take the birthday bull by the horns, but I wanted to stop and take a moment to say it's really all about attitude.
On the 13th I will be able to tell you good things about all 12 days. Good because sometimes I make it happen, like scheduling a hair appointment or pedicure. Good because sometimes others make it happen, like this year I got an email on the 1st from my niece in Amsterdam and at the end she said, "Happy 1st Day of Catherine." :)
But mostly, good because good things happen everyday and it's about learning to acknowledge with gratitude the life you have been given (OMG, I sound like Oprah).

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I think you are an Oprah "groupie"!
I love reading your post! Consider our adventure to Corpus Saturday the 4th day of Hanna treat!!!

Catherine said...

Denise...I did!
As a matter of fact when Raymond asked what I was doing on the 4th I said, "I'm going to scrapebook stores in Corpus with a friend...and SHE'S driving!"
I shouldn't mention that I spent half my grocery money when I got there (so worth it).
Thanks for the "drive-thru" lunch.

Anonymous said...

Love the picture of your mom by the way! The story you told me about it makes it even better. If you come in today I'll show you a picture of my scrapbooking room.....