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About Aeracura Woman

Daughter of Judith and Martin, younger sister of my best best friend Laura. Mother of Heather and younger half-brother Will. Proud of my French, Cuban-Spanish, Sicilian Italian and German heritage. BS in Mechanical Engineering from CU Boulder/Denver. Sales and Marketing Guru and grateful for my career. Passionate about clothes, shoes, jewelry, interior design and cooking. Grateful to God and the Universe always. Gives back. Strives to always be humble, happy and happenin'!
November 14, 2012

Long day working, it is 12:29 AM

By Aeracura Woman

And I just simply miss my Dad and Mom so very much. Regardless of past transgressions, remember life is short. Love is, well, LOVE. And please just LOVE and practice FORGIVENESS.

I miss my parents so very much. I love you Mom and Dad.

And I love new adventures……especially where I am going to spend the first Thanksgiving with both my parents being deceased.

Gratitude. My favorite word these days.

Cheers…….and will fill in the details. Needless to say…..this holiday season will be really weird.

Losing your parents is really not all that fun.

Love to all who take the time to read my rambling.

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November 6, 2012

Family, Friendship, and Frogs (oh…and Toby and Meelo)

By Aeracura Woman

76 is the high today in Denver. Another amazing day.

Please pray (however you do, for those affected near Fort Collins. Such a devastating fire.

I have a good friend visiting in Denver. She was in Boulder visiting her children. She came to Denver to meet me at my house. In the past I have always let her rule our plans…..I am easy going that way. Of late? I am really sick of it.

She needed to go to Castle Rock to drop some belongings off I have moved for her across the country. Then she wanted to go to the outlets. Back in the day….I would have been all over it.

But I had just come from visiting my Dad. And I promised him I would visit later and he said he would love to see my friend.

So….she was annoyed I wanted to come home and chill for a few on my patio. Then I needed to shower. She said she was bored and wanted me to forgo my shower. I thought a better idea than the outlets was just taking a nice walk around Cherry Creek. She thought I meant the mall. I did not.

She clearly left irritated to go to Castle Rock alone. She said that as I did not want to go to the outlets she had no desire to visit my father. That is clearly screwed up. She has known my parents for almost 30 years.

She has not experienced the illnesses that I have with both my parents. And Godbless her Mom is a cancer survivor. She is just different than me. She easily gives opinions but does not easily accept other opinions. I have another long term friend who is the same way. I believe covered in a soft pale silk that masks reality.

I am raw. I see reality for what it is and work every day to take one step forward. These days, I am blessed with leaps and bounds in many directions.

But I am lover, and a maker of mistakes, hopefully much wiser, and I am saddened about the judgement that lives in this world. And I am happy I have found a path that is honest, heartfelt, and true to myself.

I am so grateful for all of the ‘mini-miracles- I experience every day.

Perhaps the notion that people are brought into your life for a reason, a short period of time, to touch each other and leave a positive truth, is all we can hope for.

Happy June 11.

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November 6, 2012

Election Day….and Notes to Self

By Aeracura Woman

Election Day….and Notes to Self.

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November 6, 2012

Election Day….and Notes to Self

By Aeracura Woman

I want to write a book. But, on top of everything else on my plate, the task seems daunting. So, in the spirit of truly hoping to help other women, I will take it one minute at a time and just use this blog to write my chapters. At this point in my life, I have lost everything but have also gained so much and want to share.

1. Note about this election…..I take it so very seriously….on many levels. This country is in trouble. However……on a humorous level…..
a. I am curious to know what commercials are going to fill in once we are RELIEVED of watching or listening to the awful ads.
b. Talking politics on a first blind date….not a great idea. And I am NOT the one who did it. Please don’t do that…that is like a 3rd or 4th date thing.
c. I guess that is the end of my election humor. I need to check out The Onion today. I am sure I will have a good laugh there.
d. Oh…..save your silver and gold……you never know when that will come in handy. Apparently.

2. Note on loss and grief…….
a. It just sucks.
b. My sister and I lost our Dad. And we are grieving differently. Get help. I know I am going to see a therapist. I feel lost and empty. He was my purpose for so long.
c. I keep reminding myself that he is with my Mom and is at peace. That makes me smile.
d. Take one moment at a time.
e. Don’t be self destructive…..just breathe…..get a pedicure instead of finding an unhealthy crutch. And let your nail person pick the color. I know I did. And she picked a happy color. One small thing brightened up my day!
f. Get pimple medication. I broke out on my chin. Yuck.

3. There is so much good in this world. Marathoner’s came together in New York to help those who have lost so much because of Sandy. That is very cool. A prime example of turning a potentially upsetting situation into a way to make our world a better place. Completely dumfounded how Bloomberg could even fathom running that race. Dumb.

4. How does a 5 lb. Maltese seem to take over a queen size bed and leave me on the edge of bed? And I don’t MOVE him! I love that dog!!!!!

5. I started this blog to cook an ethnic dish from each country from around the world. That is still my goal but……life got in the way. And now? I want to VISIT each country and taste that dish….then come home and cook it. So much has happened since I started this blog. I just want to share my life experiences with anyone who takes the time to read. I am still cooking…..

Random thoughts this morning……and on that note, as I need to shower and get to work,

I wish you all a great Election Day. Vote your heart. And make a difference each day. If it is nothing more than a simple smile to brighten someone’s day.

Smiles……..

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That is my Dad. He Rocked!

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June 6, 2012

The Stanley Cup, NBA Playoffs, Darth Buckeye and Marty

By Aeracura Woman

The Stanley Cup, NBA Playoffs, Darth Buckeye and Marty.

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June 5, 2012

learning to blog…..learning to live….sharing life

By Aeracura Woman

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June 5, 2012

The Stanley Cup, NBA Playoffs, Darth Buckeye and Marty

By Aeracura Woman

On the topic of the Stanley Cup – I dislike both teams but, for a mostly irrational and emotional reason, I hope the Kings KICK the Devils. And at 4 -0 in game three…..seems to be looking that way.

On the topic of the NBA playoffs….I love basketball as my daughter played back in her day, but….I never watch the NBA. Except for now. Go Celtics. Go Oklahoma City. And if they pair up…..gotta go with the underdog. Always. Everyone, every team deserves their day!

On the topic of Darth Buckeye. What nut would take a Darth Vader helmet and a football helmet and combine the two to ensure that all who know him knows that Ohio State rules? Painted and totally hilarious. Is there something about some Michigan rivalry? hmmmmm. This is the goof head of a lawyer I seem to be dating these days. Wicked smart. Super hilarious. Heart of Gold. Lover of Meelo and Toby. He is my crushboy. I am smitten. And…..he is YOUNGER……gotta love that!!!! He is Good People!

On the topic of Toby and Meelo. Toby is a meathead. A solid 17 pounds of total boy who wants to play. Meelo? Well. Spoiled rotten by me and wanted NOTHING to do with Toby for two weeks.
Darth Buckeye and Sadie’s Mom have been keeping me calm and trying to help me not give up on the family expansion plan. Prince Meelo is finally coming around. He now goes after Toby and tries to exert his POWER. Meelo is clearly Alpha. Toby is clearly both cute and just simply wants to play. ALL THE TIME.

The entire interaction I should post on You Tube as a lesson to us all about patience, love and relationships. Always evolving.

On the topic of Marty. Please just pray for peace. My heart aches with the dread of the call I fear is coming coming soon. My hero. My dear sweet amazing Dad.

On the topic of jobs. I finally figured out why I do not have one yet.

http://www.theonion.com/video/high-unemployment-rate-linked-to-one-man-with-4200,28309/

And finally, on the topic of my two new companies……so so excited. Everything coming together one step at a time and falling into a beautiful path to success. Thank You God, Mom, Angels, Universe and good frickin’ Karma!! Gratitude…..always……

Although I do prefer the Buffs…..may the Force of all that is good in the World be with you. Screw the Buckeyes…..even if I am dating a fan. lol……

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June 5, 2012

Birthdays, boys, and bonvoyages

By Aeracura Woman

Today is May 14, 2012.

I just got back last night from Phoenix/Tucson helping one of my best friends celebrate her son’s college graduation. Now, Tucson is NOT for me but these 6 young men rented what used to be a B&B. Amazing that they each had their own bathroom!! And they did such a nice job setting up the party. Hired cleaners. Jordan wanted his mom to pay his portion. LMAO. That did not happen. And, congrats to Jordan and his mates who all have jobs lined up. He isn’t even my son and I am so proud of him and his older brother. I have known them since they were 2ish.

All in all a fun weekend….however….

I am a maker of mistakes, a lover of life, a woman of gratitude, a mother, I used to be a wife. I realize I was not a good wife. I realize I was looking for the wrong things and married someone who could never love me. But that is fine. It is part of life. We created a wonderful son.

Unconditional Love……I welcome help defining that term. If my daughter thinks I am an alcoholic…..does that mean she is exempt from sending a simple mother’s day greeting?

Do 13 year old boys get a pass on mother’s day because they are hormonal?

Even more important than that…as I surprised my Dad last night by getting home early….

as we held hands and talked…….What does one {the one the kids want nothing to do with} say to four grand children who are so lucky to have such an amazing Granddad, but they never call or visit.

I care for my Dad. It gives me such a purpose I have never understood before. We share so much of his life. Why do you think my niece and nephew and my daughter and my son do not appreciate the gift of their grandfather? Why? My Aunt’s nieces and nephews could not stay away from my aunt.

I am GRATEFUL to be able to care for my amazing Dad. I am so GRATEFUL for my dearest of all dear sisters.

I am GRATEFUL for my wonderful friends, old and new, who stand by me.

I am so saddened by the selfishness of my niece, nephew, daughter and son. They don’t call their Granddad. I hope they will remember my Dad when they end up in his shoes.

Have so much to blog about…. but this is it for now…

sweet and happy dreams.

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June 5, 2012

A guilty pleasure, double vision, and Nutter Butters

By Aeracura Woman

I live very close to this fun, local hangout. When I miss my kids so much I can’t take it anymore, when I need human interaction, I usually walk down to this fun tavern.

This is where I met someone who says ‘we are evolving comfortably’ and I like him a lot too. Even if he is a lawyer. Just kidding.

Tonight is Rock n’ Roll bingo night. It is really fun but I am not into tonight. Just came to watch hockey and the Celtics hopefully redeem themselves. It is quiet in here tonight…..probably due to a perfect Colorado night.

I only popped in for a bit as I am going back to visit with my dear sweet hero of a father. He fell recently. So hard he broke the toilet at the base. He is so so lucky. Bruised ribs. But he is hurting. He complained of double vision today. First time I have heard of it. Need to find out more. Spoke to nurse. She says to keep an eye on how much he has it. Hero Dad, though, never (and I mean NEVER) complains…..until it is almost too late. My sis and I know this……so we constantly pay attention.

My guilty pleasure for the night…..fried mushrooms and ranch! Yes….I had them and Hero Dad asked me if I was exercising and told me I still had a few to lose!!! LMAO. He cracks me up!

1 -1 10:50 left in the third period of the first game of the stanley cup finals. I really loathe both teams for very different reasons. But I have decided on the Kings. Sorry New Jersey people. Too many memories for me to ever want any sport team from NJ to win.

Celtics down by 2….in the THIRD….much better than Monday night. Maybe they have a chance!

New cute boy was late coming over one evening and brought me junior mints and Nutter Butters. Just because he didn’t think (and he was right) that I had had a nutter butter cookie in MANY MANY years. We had a good laugh while he fed me a cookie shaped like a peanut.

For whatever reason, only half of one of the cookies in the package was left. How do you just leave HALF A COOKIE SHAPED LIKE A PEANUT IN THE PACKAGE? Especially a package that only had 4 cookies to begin with. It was hilarious but I suppose you had to be there. Maybe we got distracted.

What did you have for your Memorial Day picnic? We made (meaning I cooked and he ate) buffalo burgers and chicken-spinach-feta burgers with salad and corn on the cob. I did it all on charcoal! Just learning the art of charcoal grilling. The buffalo was perfect. The chicken burgers were very yummy. I love BBQ corn in the husk. And on top of the rest of the day spent some fun new girlfriends – it was wonderful. And to top it all off, the dogs are finally starting to get along!!

Happy Hump Day to all. Going to hockey overtime. 6:00 am bootcamp comes WAY to early.

Smiles and remember to say ‘I am grateful’.

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April 26, 2012

Check out the Case of the Missing Pants!

By Aeracura Woman

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