One perfect date.

I just had one of the most romantic, storybook first dates I think I've ever heard about, much less experienced.

We went to a little Mexican place on Main St. in a tiny town between the two cities. I'd never been to this little city, but it was oh-so-cute. We ate and talked, discussed likes and dislikes, shared stories and pasts.

We then went to a small bar next door and played shuffle board. Surprisingly, I kept up really well, he only beat me by a single point. A little bit of flirty competition and a kiss.

Then, we walked down the street to another laid back place. There was a really cool historic hearse and paraphernalia on display on the walk so we checked that out. Had a few drinks at this place, and when we were leaving, decided to stop at the historic trains that were parked outside.

There were two trains, one with three full size cars that was lit on the inside... and one with two full size cars that was not lit. We sort of "broke in" (even though they were open-air) and hung out on the train car for hours. We talked, kissed, laughed... oh it was ridiculous.

He's a really awesome guy.

Then, it was time to go (WAY past my bedtime) and we started walking back to our cars. He held my hand so I could walk on the railroad tracks (so cute). There was a song playing outside of this one bakery (I'm guessing the baker is there overnight preparing for the day?). He stopped and started dancing with me. It was so adorable. I literally did not want the night to end. *sigh* :) This one goes in the books.

He asked for the second date... which will be Sunday evening when he returns from a small roadtrip to help his parents move.

I'm stoked!

Spring is...

... warm weather.
... rain - and lots of it.
... Sunday afternoons laying on the couch with the windows and doors open.
... being able to rollerblade more at the park.
... My BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!
... St. Patty's and Easter (two holidays that are WAY too close together this year)
... capri pants and skirts (oh, I have a closet full)
... hiking, biking, camping, and all that fun outdoor stuff.
... (means) summer is on its way... and summer just happens to be my most favorite time of the year!
... that certain smell. I don't know what it is but it brings me back, way back.
... family time. (we've got 3 birthdays within a month of each other! Yikes!)

Spring is almost here!
Le ressort est presque ici!

Surprise letter from the past.

I checked the mail as I was coming home the other night and found a hand written address on one of the letters. Usually, everything is pre-printed with my address and the contents of my mailbox literally consist of magazines, bills, junk, and the occasional card from someone far away.

I had a best friend in High School named Julie. She and I went our separate ways when she got married just out of 11th grade and had a baby shortly after. We'd kept in touch for a while, but over the past year or two haven't really communicated much. There's no real reason - she's just busy with life and her two young sons... and me, I'm busy with work and the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

As you guessed it, the letter was from her. It was a nice little update on things going on in her world. Quite refreshing, actually, since I have felt overwhelmed with all of my friends leaving me in the past few months.

Just tonight I had the chance to write her back and tell her the things going on in my world. One of those things deserves a post of its own, so I'll save it for then (which will probably be immediately following this one - I'm a now or never kind of person when it comes to getting stuff done).

I'm glad she wrote to me... it was great hearing from her!

Oh... and you can credit her with the nickname Chicksta. She gave it to me when we first became friends in 8th grade. :)

French phrase of the day:

Life is great!
la vie est grande

Meeeeemories...

I ran across this video today on 'Dead On' - another one of those blogs that I tune in to because there might be something worth reading if I've got a minute.

This song brings me back to dating XM my first few years of college. Ah... the memories.

So hit play. And enjoy reliving the memories with me. :)

Let's not forget the French Phrase of the Day, shall we?

J'aime cette chanson!
I love this song!