Summer Breeze, In the Spring....

It was officially 90+ degrees in the city today. Spring doesn't last long in Texas, and apparently the summer temperatures are ready to make an early appearance. Le sigh. Summer is my least favorite season. Especially living in Houston, where it will probably be 90 degrees & above from now until November. I hate sweat, and humidity. And mosquitoes. And hot, dry wind. Did I mention I don't like the summer? Moving along...

After moving at warp speed these past few weeks, I got some much needed relaxation this weekend. My Friday night was so uneventful that I can only vaguely remember what I did. I know it included a well deserved drink at happy hour, followed by watching the Rocket's playoff game, ending in the deepest of slumbers....

Saturday morning, I had my book club meeting & then headed out to a crawfish boil/fish fry....

Every year for the past 28 years, my college alumni chapter has been hosting this event to raise money for students in the Houston area to attend school. I was fortunate enough to receive one of those scholarships to help me attend the Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have attended that university, and although it feels like it was only yesterday..this year marks my 10th anniversary from graduating from college. My God, the memories. It is so hard to believe it has been so many years since I left the yard...But I digress.

It was hot outside. The wind blew my hair. The sun burned my skin. I did my best to not move from underneath the tent. It was great seeing old faces, reminiscing on all those college adventures and enjoying all that delicious food. I hate peeling crawfish, so I opted for the fried fish and green beans which were seasoned to perfection and oh so delicious. There were vendors selling t-shirts and other Southern themed items. We stayed out just relaxing, enjoying and listening to the live band/DJ until I was over being out in the elements. It was definitely a good time & I am glad that I got the chance to go and support. I need to go ahead and pay my life membership dues for the alumni chapter.

After I rinsed all the outside off of me, I pretty much collapsed, read & did nothing... I didn't move until Sunday.

My Sunday was spent, shoe shopping, followed by a warm stone massage, followed by more reading until I fell asleep. I think I am back rejuvenated. But I definitely do not want to overdo it for a while. Especially since it's about to be hot & I can't with that. Did I mention I don't like being hot?

Oh, okay...

Some type of way....

Wasn't it just March? April is here with a vengeance, and surprisingly as I type this from the airport a cold front is rolling in..... Like, coats in April, in south Texas. Almost unheard of. I'm heading to Denver, where it's apparently still snowy, for work this week. I'll be back Friday, which also happens to be Good Friday, as in the Friday before Easter. 

Seriously, why is time moving so fast?

My March was so whirlwind and full of activity that I'm almost let down by how my April has been going. I've been super stressed out lately. Adjusting to a new position with so much more responsibility and bureaucracy has been taking it's toll on me. But I'm sure that God prepared me with the tools I need to be successful. I just need to focus on using them....

I was out and about all weekend. My friends and I have been so busy lately that we decided to set up monthly friend dates to meet up and catch up on life. This past Friday was a dinner date at UP restaurant. This was my first time going, and I was definitely impressed by the ambiance. The food was just ok, but the company and laughs were priceless! 

My friend wanted us all to dress in white, but I've been so exhausted and stressed after work that I didn't have time to go shopping so I kind of broke the rules. Whoops. She survived minus my fashion faux pas. 

Since we were all worn out from the work week, we headed home after dinner and I was sound asleep before 11. 

I woke up early Saturday to run errands before I had to pick up another friend from the airport. Once I scooped her up, we made a detour at Barnes & Noble and I took her to one of my favorite spots in the city for dinner and drinks. 

I definitely am thankful for our one on one time. She gave me some good advice and a ton of confidence boosters in regards to the situation I've been dealing with, with my guy friend. Ugh. It could all be so simple, but you rather make it hard. Had to slip that Lauryn Hill lyric in there, because it expresses exactly how I'm feeling about that topic. But I digress. 

After I dropped her off I was out for the count. 

I could barely drag myself out of bed Sunday morning. I just was not feeling it. Luckily one of the homies suggested we go eat to get out of the house. 

A Belgian waffle and a carafe of mimosas later, I was feeling alive again. 

I did a lot of indulging this weekend. But I guess I deserved it in light of how I've been feeling lately. 

After brunch, I hung out with my guy friend and then met up with my new co-workers later that night for a getting to know you dinner at our GM's house. His house and kids and dogs are gorgeous. I had a good time hanging with them, but I did feel some type of way as everyone shared their marriage stories and talked about their kids. Of course I was the only single person there. I had to ignore the loneliness and just focus on having a good time. I understand that I have to be patient and all that jazz but it's still hard sometimes wondering why things aren't the way you thought they would be. I enjoy my friends, family and freedom, but I still feel unfulfilled without that one missing piece of the equation. But again, I shall digress. 

I stayed up late last night packing, and now I'm excitedly waiting my flight...which has now been delayed due to this crazy Houston weather. I've never been to Denver so I hope I packed accordingly. I'm nervous and anxious for my first trip to our client's head quarters for training.

Inhale. Exhale. Inhale, and breathe....

So.

A friend of mine forwarded me an article saying that selfies were linked to psychological disorders... I just enjoyed seeing all the different ways I wore my hair this past week. But I guess that means I'm crazy. Ah well. Moving along.....

It's April. Spring is in full bloom, which is evidenced by all the pollen in the air & the bags under my eyes. I'm not a fan of allergy season. And Spring means sneezes, Zyrtec and tons of glasses/not contacts moments.  

Work. It has been interesting. The Lord apparently has a lesson that I still need to learn. 

But I digress. 

After a whirlwind March, I haven't really felt like getting out too much. I spent this past weekend very low key. Brunch and drinks with a friend, followed by a lot of pajama time. 

Speaking of pajamas. My April will be dedicated to rest. Aside from a work trip next week to Denver, I would prefer to hibernate until Fall. 

It is definitely time to refuel....