It's the little things...

Some things in life are just that good. Some things in life are not worth the compromise, such as... real butter, real bacon, dark chocolate, Jose Cuervo, unlimited long distance, name brand control top pantyhose, an extra lock on the bedroom door, a bottle (not a box) of Merlot, higher thread count sheets, home-made ice cream, and Starbucks coffee.

Some experiences in life are just that good. Some experiences I wouldn't trade for the world: the all encompassing love of a really good man (hubby), the all out laughter of each of my children, the steadfast loyalty of amazing friends, laughter through tears, late night in the driveway conversations, and the sound of the locusts at the end of a perfect summer evening.

Some things in life you'd rather forget... labor (need I say more?), the rank smell of teenagers that obviously forgot the deodorant, the negative balance of a checking account, the screech of the tires before you totalled the car, strip poker, the hangover from the afore mentioned poker game, and the number on the scale the last time you weighed.

Some things in life are worth chasing the dream for: a lake house, a speed boat, liposuction, grandchildren, a healthy bank balance, a 50 year anniversary celebration, well adjusted children (after the therapy), dark chocolate and Starbucks coffee.