This whole damn world could fall apart
You’ll be okay, follow your heart
You’re in harm’s way, I’m right behind
Now say you’re mine

Just a great song by The New Radicals, a one hit wonder, from 1998 (I cannot believe this song is that old).

First, a word from our sponsor:

October 29, 2026 The Cleveland Arts Prize ceremonies were held at The Cleveland Museum of Art. The who’s who from the arts community were there, as was I! My friend, Hector, the creative director behind both Parade the Circle and Pandemonium, was an honoree. I was able to watch him be honored and spend some time with him and his family. It was such a treat and an honor for me.

I could not be prouder of myself, my look this day. Once I got to the museum, I was blown away by how many people I knew and how many knew me. Pretty cool!

You’ve got the music in you
Don’t let go
You’ve got the music in you
One dance left
This world is gonna pull through
Don’t give up
You’ve got a reason to live
Can’t forget
We only get what we give

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Human Rights Campaign Dinner + 2022

I am generally always rewarded for giving of myself.

I committed to working the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Dinner this year, first one since 2019. On August 19, 2022, I was invited to a Kick Off cocktail party.

I went with this cute little off-shoulder high-low dress I recently picked up at my amazing afternoon at Common Threads.

That Friday began what was three days on little sleep, getting up early, working, getting dressed, getting home late, getting up early, running, getting dressed, working an event, getting home late, getting up early and getting dressed, working another event, rinse and repeat…

That day I had to work so after work, I rushed across town, got my girl on and then drove almost back across town for the kickoff party. I sort of knew a few folks, but no one really I would be comfortable initiating a conversation with. So as I stood at a stand-up table alone, having a drink and some appetizers, a lovely woman asked if I would join her and her husband.

Over the course of about an hour, I made another new friend! Kim was wonderful. She and her husband live relatively close to me. Kim has a blog and we discussed our blogs and ways to make them better. It was a delightful evening! I hit a local favorite restaurant for bit of dinner, then headed home.

Here is Kim and I.

The following day, up for a 6:30 AM 14 mile run with a friend, then home for a number of things to be taken care of, dressed again and out the door for the dinner, August 20, 2022.

I served as a main greeter for all the patrons (where have we heard that before?) and enjoyed every second of it.

I wore this lovely Michael Kors dress, and again, felt just right for the event. As I was greeting everyone, something awesome happened, but I am going to save this one for a separate post.

Throughout the event, I saw many friends and acquaintances. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, very happy that I decided to give my time. Below you see me in live action! I had no idea I was being photographed at the time.

You do indeed get what you give!