"The King"…Still.

35 years ago today, Elvis Aaron Presley's heart...beat for the very last time, but still…he lives on. 
First of all…how cute is he!
I can see exactly why all the ladies loved this man!
I know…I'd have been right there with them!

But my very favorite…the absolutely gorgeous…Priscilla.

The 60's are by far…my very favorite style inspiration & if I could have lived in a any time period…that would be it! 
The big hair, the smokey eyes…I love it all!
WAY before the days of Snooki…I was rockin' this do & everyone said I reminded them of Priscilla!
And even though I look nothing like her…it was the absolute best compliment!
Enter then…Jersey Shore.
Now I was told I looked like Snooki!
And that is NOT a compliment!
Not to me anyway.
As her star rose…mine was taken away! LOL.
Sad sad day for me.
Gone are the days of the Mrs. Presley comparison.
But you know…that's not gonna stop me…from being me!

Love Live The King…And my Big 60's Hair!

Love & Hugs to you ALL!
Sweet Dreams.
XO



A huge fan of Mr. & Mrs. Presley,

To Remember.

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FOR YOU

All I saw was smoke and fire; I didn't feel a thing,
but suddenly I was rising higher.
And I felt like I'd just made the biggest mistake
when I though about my unborn child;

when I thought about my wife.
And the answer rang out clear
from somewhere up above:
No greater gift has man, but to lay down his life for love.

And I wonder, would I give my life?
Could I make that sacrifice?
If it came down to it, could I take the bullet, I would.
Yes I would for you.

Maybe you don't understand
I don't understand it all myself.
But there's a brother on my left and another on my right.
And in his pocket just like mine, he's got a photograph.
And they're waiting for him back home.

And it's weighing on my mind.
I'm not trying to be a hero;
I don't wanna die.
But right now in this moment, you don't think twice.

I wonder, would I give my life?
Could I make that sacrifice?
If it came down to it, could I take the bullet, I would.
Yes I would.

You don't think about right; you don't think about wrong.
You just do what you gotta do to defend your own.
And I'd do the same for you -
Yes I would.

I would give my life.
I would make that sacrifice.
'Cause if it came down to it, could I take the bullet, I would.
Yes I would do it for you.
I'd do it for you

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As you celebrate tomorrow...please take some time to remember all of those who are the reason behind our day off...& our freedom. For all of our Soldiers-past, present & future...I love you all...and I am eternally grateful. "Thank You" will never be enough. For all the "Soldiers" at home...I have NO IDEA how you do it & my heart & prayers...go out to you as well. "If our country is worth dying for in time of war let us resolve that it is truly worth living for in time of peace." -Hamilton Fish ♥ 

God Bless The USA!  

One Proud & Grateful American,

Here's To A Crazy One.

As I sit here on my MAC Book, connecting with the world a million miles away...it's so surreal to think that the man behind making this possible...is gone. To say that he has changed lives is much too small of a statement. Allowing people to connect...if only just by technology...is all some of us will ever have. For every hand he's ever held, every lap/desk he's ever sat on, every bed he's ever rested, every ear he's ever felt, but most importantly...for every heart he's ever touched...this one's for you, Steve. May you rest knowing we will carry you with us...all the days of our lives. God Bless you, your family & friends, and all of those who are hurting. May you live on in all of their hearts...forever.

Sleep With The Angels, Steve.





We Will NEVER Forget

Instead of posting my usual "Sunday Sweethearts" today...I am paying tribute to the events that changed the world...10 years ago today. I can still remember, as I know you can too...the very moment, the very spot...I first heard the news. I was just waking up, getting ready for work...when my Sister ran in my room & told me what was happening. I turned on my TV & watched in horror...the biggest tragedy...my eyes had ever witnessed. In complete shock, I tried to get myself together to get ready to leave for work. My family & I couldn't believe what was happening & we couldn't seem to get enough information. Somehow the world stopped & we all mourned the same loss. It was so difficult to imagine being at work at a time like this, but what could I really do, you know? How could I help? With a HUGE hug of relief...I said goodbye to my family...and was out the door. At that time, I was a Manager/Matchmaker at Great Expectations (one of the world's largest, most successful dating services), and we just watched the news all day & shared our thoughts amongst each other, as well as with each member that came in that day. Such a somber, surreal moment and so hard to believe it was really happening. 

Two weeks later, believe it or not...I was on a plane...headed for New York. While stopping, as close as we could to Ground Zero...the sights and smell...were indescribable. You could literally smell the burning flesh & everyone was wearing surgical masks. All the surrounding stores were covered in ash. Every article of clothing, still completely in tact...were as white as snow. To say it was surreal...is an understatement. It was a day...a moment...I will carry in my heart & mind...forever. The fences surrounding the entire area...were completely covered with tributes, pictures & poems. Completely. It was absolutely devastating to be so close...yet so helpless. All of those whose loved ones were lost, walked aimlessly around the streets. Tears & screams rang in our ears, as loud as the sirens that drove by. A real-life nightmare. All I wanted to do was hug everyone...everywhere. 

Even today...10 years later...the sights, sounds, & sorrow...are just as clear in my head and in my heart. The world was changed that day & the only beauty that came out of it...was that for a moment...we were all one. Race didn't matter, Religion didn't matter, Money didn't matter...the world was a family, and each one of us were siblings. To carry on the legacy of all of the lives taken that day, and to have it not be in vain...let's all try our very best...to do our parts...to make this world as beautiful as we possibly can. To really treat others like family & never take for granted the people who make up our lives. Because in the end...all we leave with...is our legacy. How do you want to be remembered? 

I pray every day...I can do my little part...to leave this world...more beautiful than I found it. Thank YOU all...for adding to the beauty of my heart. I treasure each & every one of you & I thank you...for sharing this journey with me. 

God Bless You, New York, The USA,  and this entire world...we call home. 

Hug your loved ones extra tight tonight & let us...NEVER FORGET.