Update on The Boyz

A few changes have occurred in my world the last few years. I'm OK with change, for the most part. As Pearl Bailey said ' We must change in order to survive'.

So, I decided to change my blog design a bit..do a little updating. Which brings me to what I started to write about..The Boyz. I was debating on whether or not to delete their pic. They haven't lived with me for over a year and a half, which is why I haven't made any posts to their blog. They live with their 'dad'...the EX. I was unable to care for them after I injured my ankle so he agreed to look after them. His pup, Tigger was overjoyed to have them back. Turns out the little guy had been depressed because he missed his 'bros'. And they loved being re-united with him. I tried having them visit back and forth but found it difficult to have that much contact with 'you know who'. Especially after I moved on, so to speak. Let's just say that my social life (and work) took up most of my time, making it impossible to properly take care of Elvis and Presley.

Gradually, I've stopped seeing them. It was just too hard to see their sad little faces each time I had to leave. They wanted to go with me and I couldn't take them. Now that the house is on the market, they can't come here and make their doggy messes and I just can't go to their house any more...

Some changes are hard..but for the best. I miss my boyz but they're happy with their dad and Tigger.

And life goes on, y'all

Women's Shoes vs Men's Shoes

Rob wanted to buy a new pair of Rockports. Macy's was having a one day sale and I noticed in their ad that Rockports were on sale. So I met him at the mall Saturday afternoon. I entered the store and found myself in the midst of the ladies shoe department. It was a madhouse..utter chaos! Women were everywhere, trying on shoes, scanning the massive sale rack while the kids ran wild. There were hundreds of styles to choose from; dress to casual, low heels, high heels, wedges, flats, flip flops, bling, no bling, every color of the rainbow including metallic. Sales people were running back and forth getting sizes. What men that were there were wandering around with a glazed look, probably wishing they were home watching ESPN or something. Across the aisle was the cosmetics department. There was a flurry of activity there! Rock music was blaring while make artists demonstrated the latest products on any female who was willing to sit in their chair. Next to that, the jewelry department, where more bling than you could imagine was waiting to be snapped up. It was crazy!


It was the day before Father's day..but they had to stop and buy themselves 'a little something' before taking care of dad...right?


I browsed around, taking it all in, resisting the urge to make a purchase. I had in the car a brand new pair of Yellow Box sandals to wear to dinner that night. Anyway, I had just bought a new brown top to go with them. Rob finally arrived and we proceeded upstairs to the men's department where the shoes were tucked away in the corner. It was virtually empty. We went straight to the Rockports. There were about six styles to choose from. A salesman casually asked if he could help. Rob picked up the black pair that was on sale and inquired about them. The guy measured his foot then went to retrieve his size..perfect fit, good price. He wanted them in brown but they only had black. He has a pair of black ones but they're really old..I suggested that he needed a new pair of black and could find brown later..done deal..he proceeded to check out.

Meanwhile, a couple around our age came in. The lady sat down and waited while the guy went straight to a style and inquired about them. The salesman brought the shoes out, the guy took them and got in line top pay. I casually mentioned to the lady that men's shoes are so uncomplicated. They go in, choose from several styles and colors; mainly black or brown, make their purchase and they're done. She told me that her husband wears the same style, same size, same brand (Rockports) so he doesn't even try them on..just replaces them as needed. This all took place in about 20 minutes! Our men each had a brand new pair of 'Pepaw shoes'...she and I had a good laugh and we all went on our way.

So that's why they put the women's shoes and accessories right in the front door. We are slaves to fashion and they know it! It's not about needing shoes. It's all about the thrill of the hunt...the right pair to go with the right outfit. Of course, then we need to finish the look with jewelry. Making a fashion statement is more important than comfort. Guys for the most part just want basic, comfortable, functional covers for their feet.

I'm Still Here...

Just been busy. It's been over a year since I've blogged! A lot of water under the bridge since November '08. Hurricane Ike kind of put a damper on things for a while but we recovered.

Now, we're almost half way through 2010! Time does fly when you're having fun. Yes, I'm having fun! Still working in The World of Hair. I moved back into a private suite about a year ago. I'm still with Mr B.... That's where the fun comes in.

Him and me
We're a 'we'
There's still a lot
Of world to see.

We're going to sail
And explore
We're in it together
Forever more!

So, that's why I haven't had made much time for blogging. I have someone to share the good times with. Perhaps I'll start writing more about our escapades and adventures. Well..we both still work, so we don't venture too far away....yet! We manage to find many interesting things to do locally. Last week we went to see Straight No Chaser, a men's a capella group. They're relatively new and currently on tour. Check them out on Youtube or facebook. That's another thing that takes up some of my down time...facebook!

And yes, we really are going to learn to sail, y'all!