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About attraversiamodarmaz

Midwestern girl who loves big city shopping (note - do not love high heels of any kind) * hate to say that first because I fancy myself a yoga chic too who is into feng shui and a minimalist life but it's just not all true!* I do forget to recycle* LOVE reading and music and most things crafty (the idea of them - very fickle and creative urges come and go faster than light or sound)* Grand chef and baker in my own mind and kitchen - love to mix and match recipes for a glorious new concoction* Gardening would be very successful - I have a flair but short attention span can cause casualties* True bliss is my home filled with three beautiful children (four on the weekends - an amazing Goddaughter)* did forget to feed the beautiful children lunch once when they were too small to remind me* can't find socks for all on some crazy mornings* I'm a learner who just can't help it...a writer in my head, and a college instructor for a half dozen classes a year* can't help my right brain optimism* been a foster mom* am a very grateful mom of adopted children* worst life moment: leaving the E.R. with an empty baby carrier* this is me...pretty much

Who are you and what have you done with DarmaZ?

Posted on January 24, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

Mr. Z is a little put out. I can’t say that I blame him. He didn’t know the version of me that worked out for hours and hours, and then could take from 5 minutes to two hours to get … Continue reading →

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Oh Lenny

Posted on January 24, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

Who knew he did techno? Is there anything he doesn’t wear well? my my my Might want to check out the other version…a bit too much for this little spot here;)

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Thinking of you…

Posted on January 23, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

I found this video.  Odd combination… It isn’t about Haiti, or natural disasters. But what I heard was dispair. I don’t watch much news. My papers pile up. The anguish for the people of Haiti still sits in my heart. … Continue reading →

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Face to the Sun

Posted on January 23, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

When was the last time You woke ready to throw open the doors Run with arms wide open toward the rising sun Eager and accepting of whatever this day will bring? I am working on more of these. Of course, … Continue reading →

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Blind Faith

Posted on January 20, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

Things can sure get crazy around here. This dance the kids do…they each have this choreographed part.  They have written a part for me as well…their dad too.  Mr. Z is a bit more cooperative than I because he usually … Continue reading →

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Go Mary

Posted on January 17, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

I might have a problem. I can’t seem to stop watching this video. Mary J. Blige is so very amazing. Her beauty. Her strength. Her grit. And the outfit?  Who couldn’t use a little number like that in the closet? … Continue reading →

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Flippin Fabulous, DarmaZ

Posted on January 17, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

Normally, I really love my sunny disposition. Glass half full…rose colored glasses…always looking for that silver lining. When you CHOOSE your attitude, you are really indeed in charge of most anything that can come your way. BUT Have you ever … Continue reading →

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Deep

Posted on January 15, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

Have you ever been in the zone? Totally rocking through a conversation… Words are flowing Hands are flying The SYNERGY!!! It is absolutely staggering until you happen to look into eyes… smiling amused patiently waiting for you to finish. oh.right.

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A Million Little Pieces

Posted on January 15, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

Have you ever had a moment, This string of moments That grew into a day And then a collection of days That were filled with such positive energy, experiences… That you wondered… If perhaps when you reached the apex Before … Continue reading →

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Pretty Amazing Grace

Posted on January 12, 2010 by attraversiamodarmaz

unmerited favor… As I count my blessings, this concept strikes me quite often. When I am so frustrated that gritting my teeth is painful, the mantra “what they NEED, not what they DESERVE” gives me a window of breathing room.  … Continue reading →

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