Where have the days gone?

It's Wednesday morning and I'm thinking where have the days gone?

I've been on quite a roll since last Friday.

Twice I've had the pleasure of dining @Michael's Genuine Food in

the Design District.

I've been a fan of Chef Michael Schwartz's since he first started

on NE 40th Street.

On Friday I met old friends for a wonderful lunch and loved every

minute of it. I got to see Heather Nagel, who I known since she was

a two year old in Nursery School @Bayshore Private School in

Coconut Grove where I was working @the time.

I hadn't seen Heather in maybe 20 yrs. Imagine that? I'm so LOL.

Where does the time go?

Meanwhile Heather has matured into a beautiful, poised, professional

young woman living in NYC. It was her choice to dine @Michael's,

as she's a "foodie" and insists on visiting this establishment whenever

she's in Miami.

On Saturday, after a day of fun with The MiMo Street Festival,

I attended LA Boudior and Ladder Gallery's collaborative

presentation of Cupcake Burlesque.

What a show.

Three remarkable, talented, young women performing the age old

Burlesque of yesteryear, flawlessly.

Then back to Michael's Genuine for Brunch with more friends

and my 90 yr. old Mother on Sunday.

Double shout out to all the staff @Michael's, BTW...

They always make me feel so welcomed and appreciated.

Reminding me of a quote I recently heard...

When the Dutchess of York was asked which is/was, her favorite

restaurant, she replied, "anywhere they know my name".

Monday and Tuesday were spent @the Studio working on

projects and meeting with people.

So here we are.

It's Wednesday and I'm up early, as usual, trying to wrap

my head around what's on tap for today.

Enjoying how life seems to unfold, in the most surprising

ways, when we are willing to just, show up.

I feel so blessed and fortunate to have the wealth of friends

and associates surrounding me on a daily basis, encouraging

each other to persevere.

I am reminded too, how important it is that we support each

other, thru the day to day, trials and tribulations of life.

On the good days, as well as those not so good, having your

ducks in a row, so to speak, pays off with loving friends

supporting your efforts.

So there you have it, my thoughts for the moment.

Those of you who have managed to stay engaged and

read thru this, I thank you, one and all.

Remember to be grateful today.

To practice random acts of kindness.

To be the best that you can be.

Monkey see.

Monkey do.

Pass it forward People!

: )

Musing With Myra Installment 1

The Eagle has landed!

Hip, hip hooray.

Posted successfully, 1st ever video

of MUSING with Myra.

Ta Da!

Wow.

What a process.

Link can be found on

my Facebook Wall

or on YouTube.

Check in out folks.

Life is good.

Special thanks and

shout out to the

amazingly dedicated

and talented, young

videographer,

Daniel Vargas.

You rock, Dude.

Thanks.

Perfect Night . Perfect Setting . Miami's Independent Thinkers @ Cafeina

Having spent the entire day devoted to getting my house in order, I got myself together and

headed South to Wynwood for Miami's Independent Thinkers opening show, ELECTROCLECTIC

@Cafeina on NW 23rd St.

This was only my second time in this visually impressive space.

I arrived early and was happy that because of this, parking was not an issue.

Wow. Wow. Wow.

Not to be missed folks.

Treat yourself to a mind expanding experience that totally delights the

senses.

This show is described to be solely comprised of progressive projection-based

New Media works, including digital, video and motion graphics, as well as

traditional projections and projection mapping.

13 Artists are listed as participants.

Walking into Cafeina's gorgeous space I was ready for a unique experience

The Wynwood Exhibition Center, comprised of 10,000 sq. feet of exhibit

space was a perfect venue for this miliue.

This collaborative New Media art exhibition showcasing South Florida's premiere,

emerging and young artists, did not disappoint either.

Remarkable truly, in every way.

I was entranced with the images projected on the walls.

Every where you looked, another original work of art, images and sound

were being projected and vying for your attention.

One more impressive than the next.

Hats off to Kerry McLaney, Laraine Hart, Heather + Sara (identical

twin sisters), the 4 young women behind this organization and this

exhibit.

How did these powerful young priestesse and goddesses pull off

such a feat?

Miami certainly is lucky to have them in our midst?

Take a must deserved bow, ladies.

Bravo.

Wishing all a safe, happy, enlightening day, in every way.

yo Momma says

Keep it Real

people

: )

Wednesday, Bloody Wednesday.

It's almost 1PM and I haven't made it out of the house yet.

Needing to take this time to semi, re-group and accomplish

the neglected day to day details, that tend to pile up.

Can anyone relate to this dilemma?

Ah, the mundane, the who cares, the so what...

Well in order to be carefree most of my days,

I suppose this is not such a tragic event...

Just feeling kind of off.

What to do?

Decided to attempt a post on my Blog...

Which brings up the question,

is this a blog?

or

is it a journal?

The bigger question is,

does it matter?

I'd like to think not.

What matters is that I make an

honest attempt each day to do

a little something outside the box.

How am I doing so far, people?

Only time will tell.

I am reminded of the saying,

"it's the journey, not the destination".

Slow and steady wins the race.

With me, this is a struggle because

I want every day to be New Year's Eve.

Bottom line...

I'm breathing somewhat easier now,

having attacked some of the stacks of

build up.

Cleaning house, so to speak.

Who wouldn't feel better after that?

With a little luck and some effort,

I will attend my friend, Kerry McLaney's,

Miami Independent Thinkers Event

this evening @Cafeina.

Stay tuned for a report on this tomorrow.

In the meantime putting out a hope and

a prayer that the Universe will provide

all that is needed for each of us today.

Make it work.

or as

Nike

says...

Just do it!

What Were You Doing on The Last Day of February, 2011?

I don't know about you folks, but me, I was doing

the same ole, same ole.

Out in the community, connecting, reconnecting,

seeing new things, meeting new people.

Sharing another perfect day with friends in

the Wynwood Arts District.

Started the day, meeting up with my good friend,

Artist Leon Rosenblatt @ Andy Varat's remarkable

facility off St.Rd. 112.

Andy is head of a Garmento Empire, spanning

5 generations so far.

We go back to childhood together, when Andy

and his Sisters were growing up in Bay Heights.

The purpose of the meeting was for Leon

to make a brief presentation of his latest body

of work, STREAMERS, and the various applications

that would apply in the Garment World.

I was thrilled that joining us @the table were

Lois Varat Kandall, of A Nu Ligne, a flawless

line of 42 basics in 42 colors, sold @high end

boutiques, Internationally, her daughter Jody,

Andy's daughter, Michelle Varat, whose line,

Top Secret is all about under pinnings, and

Head of the dynasty himself, Andy Varat.

We spent time together, brain storming on

all the possible applications represented by

the brilliant process Leon has invented.

Joining us in the end was Leon's wife and partner,

the uber Zen, Spiritual Healer and fabulous

Tai Chi Practitioner, Stephanie Rosenblatt.

The 3 of us proceeded to, where else people,

but Wynwood Kitchen and Bar.

It was a sunny, perfect, So. Fla. day and

sitting in the Graffiti Garden was just what

was in order.

We dropped in to say hello to David Lombardi

The President of The Wynwood Merchant's Association

at his office across the street.

David is a major Real Estate Developer in Wynwood and

adjoining areas and I was curious to learn about rental and

purchasing opportunities for Studio/Gallery and/or living

space in the Community.

Leaving Leon and Stephanie in good hands, I was off for

my 4PM chiropractic adjustment with the fabulous

Dr. Romero.

Heading North up 27th Ave., I stopped in on Joey Caban,

Evo Love's Dad. He's keeping an eye on their place while

they're up in NY showing @Fountain Art.

At this point, I recognized that to push myself further,

by attending an event @Aventura Mall with MOCA's

Bonnie Clearwater and Turnberry/Aventura Art Collector,

Jackie Soffer, would prove to be too much for this old

broad. : )

Arrived home safely and feeling good, having accomplished

so much in a day filled with beauty, love and surprises.

Stay tuned.

Gratitude and The Difference a Day Can Make.

Well, I'm happy to report that my back seems to be somewhat better this morning.

This is indeed a welcomed miracle, really.

Yesterday, after receiving a last minute Zen, holistic massage, I went home to take

it easy.

It was a tough day too, aching, unable to get myself comfortable...wondering what

this unexpected pain was going to mean in terms of my coming week and all the plans

I have on tap?

The fact that I am feeling better now, is further testimony to the fact that all things

are possible.

Thank you, Veronique.

Thank you God.

Thank you the powers that be.

I am more grateful than mere words can express.

I look forward to keeping a slightly altered version of my plans for today.

After my morning's meetings, I am hopeful that Dr. Romero will be able

to give me "an adjustment", thus insuring that I am well on my way back

to feeling normal within the next few days.

So my post today is all about gratitude.

It's about recognizing the signs and signals our bodies give us, as a warning

to slow down.

I remember too, not to take anything for granted.

Each day that we have, feeling good, is such a gift.

I am reminded too of a saying that goes something

like this..."we make plans and God laughs".

Fingers crossed, I will continue to improve and be able to maintain a

somewhat busy schedule. Ever mindful of the choices one has, each day,

each moment. I will be conscious of the decisions I make.

Remembering the consequences of overdoing it, I will proceed with

caution.

Wish me luck.