We always tend to associate this term for something involving love the act of falling into it.  Really it can mean frightened, excited, surprised, etc.  Think about all the moments your heart has "skipped a beat."

1. First crush
2. Loss of a family member
3. Castastrophe (9/11)
4. Wedding Day
5. Extreme Sport (Ziplining) 
6. Frightened by something under the stairs.
7. Child falling off of a merry go round
8. Becoming a parent
9. Winning a Prize  (Bingo)
10. Graduating high school/college
11. Speaking on stage

I mean this list can go on and on.  Can a song, a smell, a sound, a look or reaction, or a feeling or sensation take you back to that very moment?  The brushing of skin, a dance, a cry....

The capacity of our mind and senses to contain all of this is totally astounding to me!  As I sit here writing this post and listening to music in my bed I am brought back to a clear and vivid memory.  The year is 1999 and I am lying on the floor of my apartment-listening to the brand new Goo Goo Dolls album from beginning to end.  I can feel the dryness and stiffness of the carpet.  I can remember the darkness of the room with a hint of light coming from the street light in the alley through my open window.  My music was bellowing from my huge black stereo that still played records, cassette tapes, and CD's (because CD's were now all the rage).  All of that from a single "deja vu" moment.

I challenge you to pick a memory and recall every detail.  Your mind is bigger and can recall more than you could even imagine!  Don't forget....it is ok to put your brain to work.  


LOVE YOU CHICKEES!  HAVE A GREAT WEEK/WEEKEND!

When I began Chunky Chick back in May of this year, I had no idea who it would reach nor what it's purpose was.  It was created more as an outlet for me.  I have never been one good at journaling-and when I did journal I always wrote like I was telling a story or having a dialog with some invisible person.  After-all, we always see children reading their parents journals and diaries in movies after they are dead and gone-so I figured I may as well make it a good read.  I swear...this is not made up...I am not that much of a genius.  (Or am I...)

Writing always came easy to me.  I excelled in my Writing and English classes with ease and LOVED my college News Media courses.  This was where I was able to take on the character of a sassy news reporter.  I wore red suits and clicking high heels, and carried an over-sized bag with a matchbook style notepad in it.  I was able to make up stories and events and then write in a journalistic newspaper style about it.  I aced this as you can simply imagine.  I honestly kept ALL the stories I wrote for this class so I could one day release them in a tell all book about my success as a journalist.  HAHAHA joke is on me....little did I know how poor the job market was post college grad.  

I know every position I have had since graduation has given me at least one opportunity to use my writing skills and technique.  I just now noticed  I am very much a dialogue writer----like all of you are sitting here with me this very moment having this conversation.  (((nerd alert)))  Anyway, I do thoroughly enjoy writing and even if I had five consistent readers I would be THRILLED!  

BUT the best news is.....since I started this little adventure three months ago, I have had over 5,200 readers and 600 repeat readers!!!! I feel like I should be up on a soap box getting a really IMPORTANT issue out to you all!  Instead, I talk about me, my life, my honest struggle with obesity, and whatever else strikes me at any given moment.  It may be a baby success but success is success no matter how big or how small!!  I feel like I should insert a quote here.....oh ok....its over there <-----------------------

When I post a new blog entry I am at my computer, in my PJs, listening to iheart.com (My80's or K103.5).  This is my ZONE.  My kids are all in bed sound asleep and I start with one thought and it continues.  I may be sipping coffee, wine or even a little H2O.  But I feel as though I am inside this little "writers shack" where no one can touch me.  I am safe to say whatever I am feeling or thinking.  So I hope that is okay with you all....and I would love for you to continue accompanying me on this wild roller coaster called my mind.

Night Chickees!  Please like and share and thanks again for spending 4.2 minutes with me!  If you haven't already browsed the rest of my Chunky Chick webpage-scroll back to the top and have a looksie.  Have a great Labor Day weekend and God Bless!

Let's be honest.  Inspiration can come from anything or anywhere.  It is an affect that provides a specific feeling.  We've been inspired by quotes, love stories, music, art, struggles, etc.  Inspiration is GOOD! It should always be a positive feeling.  And don't we need more positiveness in the dealings of today?  I encourage you to look up quotes or art about inspiration this evening and narrow it to your 2 favorites.  Really focus on them.  Are you relating to them?  What makes them appealing?  Post them on your social networking site and see for yourself that people genuinely respond to positivity with more positivity.  Do you realize how engaging and contagious it is?  Try to do more of this in your daily doings.  Take time to reflect on something that makes you feel happy and share it! Quit sharing all the negativity going on in your life, the drama that encircles you at every corner, the financial struggles that are currently burying you....you want a change?  Be the change my dears.  Wake up tomorrow and say "I won't let that bad news sneak back into my thoughts today." "I won't let those people take my happy." "Today I will make better decisions for my finances."  Don't let your situation at this very moment define your tomorrow.  You have the ability to take the reigns and decide.  


Night Chickees!