Dating Myself.

Sorry it's been a while, Blogger. Life has been busy... I'm currently sitting in my kitchen listening to Hall & Oates's You Make My Dreams and smelling a pan of bars that just got out of the oven... okay, life is pretty good after all!

So...I’ve realized that I get frustrated when I can’t direct my love onto anyone. This probably doesn’t make any sense, but I can’t help but want to share my life with those around me. I get frustrated when I feel like I am not noticed. In order to solve this, I’ve been trying to date myself and pay myself that extra attention I seem to be lacking. I know, dating myself probably sounds a little immature or weird, but it has actually been quite delightful. I’m the only person that can read my mind. I know everything that will make me happy…so why not spend the money on myself?

For my birthday I woke up and made breakfast bagel sandwiches for myself and my roommates. This was wonderful because I got to help myself and others all at the same time. I also purchased a bouquet of my favorite flowers, peach roses, to make myself feel extra special.

My birthday turned out fantastic. I had a small group of friends and family that came to celebrate with me. They brought me gifts and truly made me feel loved with their presence. These are my beautiful roommates and me.

I decided to have adventures on my own. Exploring, living, and feeling. I took myself to see The Invisible Woman, a film about the secret love affair of Charles Dickens. I was one of about 4 people in the Uptown Theater. I cuddled into my faux leather seat and let my head get lost in the fantasy. It hit home for me because it explored the love lives of artists. For some reason, I seem to only be attracted to men that create for a living. This is both good and bad. My conclusions are that it is impossible to have a serious relationship with an artist.

Later that weekend, I explored the frozen Minnehaha Falls with myself. It was an incredible sight to see. I just went again two days ago and climbed up behind the falls with my DSLR. I have been itching to take my camera for an adventure and the view was breathtaking...here's a sneak peek from my phone's camera.

I started taking yoga classes to help me find peace and energy throughout the day. I need to start going more often again, though. Life has just been so busy. No excuses, though!!

To attack my goals I set forth earlier this year, I am raising money for Children's Grief Connection. It is a camp that helps children and families that have had a death occur in their family or a close friend. I've had a chance to volunteer at this camp (as a giant bear, mind you!) and I am now going to JUMP IN A FROZEN LAKE because I feel so strongly about supporting this cause. Click here to donate to my jump!! This camp is 100% free for families and truly changes their lives and helps them carry on. Camps are expensive to run, so please contribute, even if it is only a small amount! The person who donates the most gets to CHOOSE WHAT I WEAR!!!

Lastly, I’ve been buying myself fantastic food like salmon, scallops (picture below), and steaks to treat myself. Focusing on me has allowed me to focus on others in a healthy way, too. I’ve gone on several dates with friends to try out fantastic new restaurants and foods, but more on that in my next post! Have I convinced you to start dating yourself more often, too?!