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Some Insight, The Movies, The Plan

Memories and Goodies….

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Hi all!

I hope you’re having a sunny day!

After pulling out all of my dance gear for Detroit, I realized I needed to do some serious organizing and cleaning out!! Dang, it’s pretty amazing what one collects over the years –stacks of 8×10’s, DVD’s, posters, trading cards, shoes and costumes. Well my timing couldn’t be better. … The store on Shayla.com is getting a complete makeover, so some of these goodies will be up for sale in about a week. The rest will be added over time. I haven’t even attempted my storage unit, so who knows what I’ll  find?  Stay tuned!!!

So the other night I’m looking for something to watch and what do I run across but Orgazmo! It had just started. I don’t think I’ve ever watched the whole movie straight through, (It’s hard for me to watch myself.) but that night I finally did!! Damn that was a fun and once in a lifetime experience. … Who knew Trey and Matt would become so famous, and I was lucky enough to be in their movie.  Ahhhh good times!!!!

Well I’m off to walk Vinnie. … Have a great day!!!

xxoo

 

 

The Fun, The Road, The Women

Home and Recovered!!

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Well I’ve been home for a full week  from Detroit, and I think I have fully recovered. LOL!!!  Wow, what an amazing and fun time we had at Bouzouki’s in Detroit. … The staff was incredible, the girls were delightful and the club was nice and intimate but not too small!! There were several events going on (tattoo convention, hot rods and 2 hockey games).  Saturday night’s game was against the Avalanche (Denver) and Detroit lost. … Def a good time to keep your mouth shut about your hometown. They are pretty darn passionate about their teams and I wasn’t lookin’ to make any enemies. With all of the festivities, downtown was packed and so was the club.

Our shows worked out perfectly. Olivia did 3 songs, I followed with 3, and then the grand finale — 1 song together. … Yummy!!!  I can’t remember the last time I enjoyed myself so much! Getting back on the stage was amazing, having an incredible person/ partner to perform with and hang out with was the BEST! What set the tone for the whole trip was our wonderful host Dennis (general manager). THANK YOU so much!!!  (Hope you enjoy the rest of my Chunky Monkey!)   🙂

So you wouldn’t think that this trip could get any better, RIGHT? Ow it does! Uncle Gibby our long-time friend on the site and AEE trips decided to come on in to the Motor City from Wisconsin and hang out with us for a few days. Although our hours of operation weren’t synced up, we did get a chance to grab dinner one evening.

The next BIG event was a delayed arrival — Charlie came in from Maine via Philly and another place I think. …  Well Charlie was set to arrive on Fri but, was  stuck in Philly overnight,  bless his heart. … To top it off on his way home, yep you guessed it . He was stuck in St Louis overnight.  Yikes!!!  He spent more time getting there than being there, but we were so happy he made it, if only for a short time. He and UG came up to our dressing room to hang, chat, take some pics for Shayla.com and get some signed goodies from Olivia and me. Charlie brought a BIG bag of goodies t00! (I think it was for Vday, Bday and Xmas?) Some fab candy from Maine and a lobster! (Salt water taffy, dark choc drops, truffles, choc covered Maine blueberries, and yep a choc lobster!) To top it off he brought the CD (soundtrack) of Shock and DVD Blue Ray versions of The Lion King and Lady and the Tramp to help update my library! (All are on VHS.) I have gained every ounce of fat back that I had burned dancing. Sigh!!! But it was worth every delicious bite!!!!!

Last but def not least, a HUGE THANK YOU to Eno Erif!!!!  He is the go-to guy for anything Shayla! (He knows more about my career then I do!) He fine-tuned, added to, and polished my credit sheet so that it was presentable and up to date.Then he sent it out to all that would take it to promote our appearance at Bouzouki’s. Thank you E,  for all that you do. …. You are priceless!!!  Muah!!!

Live Love and Laugh

S

Some Insight

Happy Valentine!!!!

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I have so many mixed feelings about V-day.  Yes it’s so nice to have people send some love or even be reminded to show and share their love. Shouldn’t we do that anyway no matter the day? It’s def a good excuse to go above and beyond the norm, but expensive gifts … really!!!  Why not a more simple and thoughtful approach?  It doesn’t matter what you spend.  To have and give love that is genuine and true. … Isn’t that what’s most important??

I hope your Valentine’s Day is complete!!

Live Love and Laugh

S

 

 

Some Insight, The Rest

Happy New Year!!!

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I hope 2012 is off to a Great start for everyone!!!

For me the New Year means a fresh start … assessing where I’ve been, what I’ve learned, and where I want to go. In my reflections  I’ve realized that since my move back to Colorado  I have thrown myself  into taking care of those around me, which is one of the reasons I came home. My family needed me and I them!!! At that point in my life I was ready for a reboot, and taking care of others was what I needed at that time.  So here we are 6 yrs later. Everyone is Happy, Healthy, and doing Great!!!! So for the 1st time in quite awhile I’m going into a new year without anyone to really worry about but myself. Through this journey, I’ve learned a lot from the people around me and the experiences I’ve had. I know these lessons will guide me and will give me strength for my next chapter.

I hope this year brings you Happiness – Health – Peace – Prosperity, and when things get tough, a light to guide you!

Peace and Love

Shayla