Just like that, welcome to the second half of 2023.
It felt like we were just celebrating the New Year and now it’s almost the Fourth of July. I really don’t know what this month has planned for me other than, I’m beginning my term as President of Greensburg Toastmasters. First meeting of the new Toastmaster year is this Wednesday, July 5. I have plans for a successful year for our club.
The last couple of nights have seen a breakthrough for me. I struggle most nights at work with anxiety and that toys with my emotions. Friday and Saturday saw me be free of that and it really made a difference in my performance. Last Saturday at TLI I dressed nontraditionally and carried one of my Coach purses. Not a big deal if you think about it but being my unique self really impacted how I presented myself. As 2023 goes on, I will continue to come out of my shell more and more.
Last year at the farm saw me have one of my breakthrough moments of the year. I talked to my family about my journey and they all gave me their support. My cousin listened to what I had to say and we both cried together as she gave me some very kind words of affirmation. A few things she told me were that I was beautiful, that I was an inspiration, and to never stop being me. Her husband gave both of us tissues to dry our tears (that was a very kind gesture from him).
I had to go to work that night, so I missed the fireworks 💥 but it was still nice to visit with everyone. The picnic at the farm was my #1 event of 2022, along with Annabelle’s 10th birthday and the fall picnic on Columbus Day weekend.
As always, I’m looking forward to Toastmastering in July with Greensburg and Laurel Highlands. I just got some gift cards from Amazon and Old Navy. I’ll make some nice purchases with my Amazon (I still have some left over from when I used mine for Christmas). I’ll be looking for a mix of summer and fall outfits with my Old Navy gift card. What outfit of the day will we see from James’s Closet? (I smell a new segment).
I’m looking forward to finally spending time in the pool after having not gone in yet this year. Also, I’ll be looking forward to dinner at Rizzo’s with Mr. Clougherty at the end of the month. Of course, I can’t wait until August 7 as the Pirates play the Braves at PNC Park. It’ll be my first game in almost a decade.
What fun things do you have planned for the summer?
Stylish 🍒 