Some Gave All...

Happy Memorial Day.  Words cannot express the gratitude I feel for those who unselfishly gave their lives for our freedom.  As a mother and wife, I cannot imagine the sacrifice of not only supporting your loved one in his/her career, but the stress of possibly losing them.  As a grieving Mom, I know only too well that pain and will never forget those families who have paid that horrible price for our freedom.  So as another year goes by, let's keep in mind the bravery of the Veterans and their families who gave all so we could live free.
P.S. Thank you Tami for this wonderful picture.

Fevers and Candies...

I've been to concerts, drag shows, and even strip clubs in my day, but I wasn't sure what to expect when we went to the Fillmore to see Dita Von Teese and her burlesque show.

I have seen the movie 'Burlesque'-the one that all women (and a few men) love.  It was a romantic love story with great music and flair.  But what would Dita do for a whole show?

What didn't Dita do?  (Say that 3 times fast!)  She, and her posse of performers, camped it up with fans, feathers, scarves and other props.  There was even a bathtub with running water on the stage. It was funny, sexy, witty and oh so campy.  The girls teased and amused us all.  I loved the costumes and music and the dude that emceed the whole show.  He was a show all by himself as he introduced the numbers and added snappy commentary.

I learned that burlesque is soooo much more than stripping, although pasties and G-strings were the end game outfits.  There were twirling tassels by the Best Twirler in the World!  It really was closer to a drag show with the same humor and flourish.  And predictably, Dita closed the show in her giant martini glass.  I loved every moment of the show and I would recommend anyone to go and be teased and entertained!

P.S.  As a side show, the people watching was supreme.  Girls and boys dressed up in all their 'Dita' looks.  Tight dresses, fishnets, and red, red lips were out and about seein' and bein' seen.  The streets of Detroit never disappoint!  And the Fillmore-what a totally old gorgeous venue.
Got a chance?  Go Go Go!

Back to You...

Happy Mother's Day!  To all  the Mom's for all the love and consistency you bring to the world.  You all are the foundations of the family and the ones we can count on for unconditional love and acceptance.  Where would we be with out our Mom's?

Happy Mother's Day to the Mom's, here and passed that have shaped us and been our role models.  You are our rocks.

And to all of you that asked, called, texted and posted Mother's Day wishes and support to me on this bittersweet day.  I love you all. XO

P.S. Happy Birthday to my husband, Randy.  Another lap around the sun! XO

Keep it Lit...

I love a clever turn of word but lately people have some 'splainin' to do.  Seems there is slang that I was totally ignorant of.  Dane used to chastise me and say that once I finally caught on, it was all passe' and I sounded like an idiot.  

Let me share my recent relevations and maybe enlighten you, too.  Gal pal Kristin and I were at happy hour at our favorite watering hole-a perfect place to watch the boats roll in while the cocktails roll out and have a hipster conversation about such things.

  As a person who attempts (well, sort of..) to stay relatively hip, I am amazed at all the 'new' verbage floating around.   For instance, did you know that being 'snatched' has nothing to do with me grabbing the last piece of garlic bread in the basket?   No, rather it means that my make-up, eyebrows and clothing choices are 'on point.'  I guess if I cared a little more, that could be an issue.  I'm more likely to do the garlic bread thing.

And how about the word 'extra?'  It's just soooo extra.  The drunk chickie that we watched stumbling  off the yacht in high heels and a revealing dress was certainly very 'extra.'  The guys watching her were treated to a little 'extra' view as she navigated her crawl off the boat.  

How about the 'prom posal?'   This is fancy slang for a guy asking a girl to be his date for the event.  However, this request doesn't happen in the hall by the lockers.  A prom posal must be done at a very special place, possibly on one knee, with maybe flowers and and expensive dinner involved.  The event must be photographed, videoed and posted on all social media.  The Sears Tower is a perfect location-or at least the RenCen.  Any jumbotron invite, at a major sporting event-say the Superbowl- is also appropriate for popping the prom question.

And what about a 'push present?'  As I understand it,  when you birth your baby, a present is due you because you 'pushed.'  Apparently the little bambino is not gift enough but any jewelry store or furrier, or car dealership will happily hook up the Dad as he rewards Mommy for the job well done.   I do not know if sweating or panting is yet to be rewarded.  BONUS!!

How's that for a little update?  Have an extra snatched week.  I'm going to dip out and take my extra butt to hit the hay.  Groovy, Baby!  xo