I always wait to post something here til it’s significant … perfect … something that to contributes the world … or my “personal brand,” which is still in the strategic planning process. I wanted to participate in #reverb10 – you know, once I redesigned my blog to make it something not embarrassing. And then I just lost track of time. So much has happened this last month. But today, I read a post about WordPress’ #PostaDay2011 … I’ll observe the Weekly Post challenge. I’m not one for New Year’s resolutions – why put off til tomorrow, what you can change today? But here ’tis.
Their suggested topic was “Who deserves more credit.” We’ll get to that in a second. First though, WHO DOESN’T WANT A DOODLE?! My adopted puppy recently relocated and I’ve had an ache in my heart similar to when Gilmore Girl’s season finale’s credits rolled. This morning I spent 2 hours searching for how to adopt Labradoodles, Shepadoodles, Goldendoodles – DEAR GOD JUST GIVE ME A LARGE, FURRY, HYPO-ALLERGENIC DOG. New rule: 2011 will be the year Mandy – possibly irresponsibly – gets one. [ Side note: it's irresponsible because I live in an apartment and don't have a yard - not because I'm a bad person or anything. Thanks for the vote of confidence.]
2nd rule: 2011 will be the year of Champagne. Or rather Prosecco because champagne gives me indigestion. Champagne = celebration. And I’m a firm believer we don’t celebrate enough. I’m not advocating irresponsibility or alcoholism. But next time you’re at happy hour order champagne and have a toast. Toast to a successful conference call. Or a new friend. Or even for keeping up your weekly blog posts. Champagne – it’s not just for brunches and wedding receptions. And neither are celebrations. Celebrate yourself e-v-e-r-y-d-a-y [with or without champagne]
My 3rd rule is more of a wish. Today pretty much marks the end of my favourite time of year: COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON! #BOOMER! I wish college football was a year round season. Saturdays without football are just sub-par. My life [and conversation] is lacking without common bonds over the BCS inefficacy; the Big 12 v PAC 10 rivalry – and this year, controversy; the Official’s bad calls; … and always the underrated Sooners.
So, now back to the topic at hand, who deserves more credit? The Oklahoma Sooners, my mom, George Bush, Barack Obama, single mothers, our military, and those working tirelessly to make the world a better place. And you. You probably deserve more credit.
Celllllllabrate good times, come on! There’s a party going on right here, a celebration to last throughout the year….
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