New World Order

I am waking up optomistic more lately. Not just because Jess finally signed our settlement agreement, which I thought was overly generous and he didn't (hence "settlement") but at least it signals that the big issues are done with and now it's just formalities (like dissolving the marriage). But also, with Obama, and faith satisfied, I really feel that the world is going to be a better place. I will be n DC for the 20th -- can't miss it. Look for me among the millions in the parade....

I am actually looking forward to our "recession" year -- where I can rejoice in simple things because we won't have money and all -- we will turn more towards all those values that really matter.

Such as our reunion in Indiana. I will actually be in Indiana in October at my annual book writers conference so this may be my heartland year.

More to the point, I was distracted at a friend's wedding by his best man (it was only a night ladies but still proof that I am not yet dead) who was a 6'8" former NBA basketball player -- and yes, he was handsome as all get out -- all of which led me to believe that my 13 month hell is over and I have my life back. I can't remember when someone was strong enough to lift me up and twirl me around the dance floor -- whohee!!

I have been traveling constantly, and during the last two weeks, and flew 6 out of the last 7 days. I feel like I have been moving so as not to look about me and see my life. But today, I sigh and realize that it's all fine, in whatever form it is. All the blessings and curses are part of the fabric that I am wearing around myself, and it's all fine. I was in London for a week on business, rented a flat and spent the weekend with a law school friend and her daughter (they now live in Paris)...and I realized what fabulous women I have in my life and how damn lucky I am. The support crew has been amazing.

I stayed in DC with Leila, my best friend from high school -- I have y'all and then law school buddies and Robbie and Miruni here in the City. Lots to be thankful for this week.

I got home after being on the road and my brother and Miwa (his chinese/japanese girlfriend) made me dinner, which apparently will go on face book later. I found out that most of my friends and family converse regularly on facebook. I can't quite expose myself there yet but may.

I will be in New Orleans for Thanksgiving and with my Dad over Christmas...spending holidays with those I love and NOT COOKING. Very simple fare all around.

The book is nearly done and will be finalized to go to some lucky agent by the end of the year -- more optomism for 2009.

So will you guys that have kids please post photos this month? I would at least like to live vicariously and enjoy your largesse...

Vicky, how about pics of that 10 year old grandaughter, eh? love to you all...keep writing.