26 x 365: Day 11, Jesse Colorado (May to June 2007)

Barbeque at Golden Gardens, Seattle Art Museum, Sailing

You wooed and pursued me with fantastic, fun summer dates.

But then “just weren’t that into it...” Huh?

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26 x 365: Day 10, The Prez (July 2006)

I was reckless and drunk off Vedder and vodka.

You found me dancing circles at our campsite.

It’s spontaneity like this why I love being single.

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26 x 365: Day 9, Adam (2000 to Now)

You’re supposed to be my BFF.

In life, you fix things with those who matter.

I’m hurt. Why haven’t you tried to fix things with me?

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26 x 365: Day 8, Dad (1982 to Now)

I love you. I do. Unconditionally.

But we’re so different; it’s all my energy not to speak my mind.

I wish you’d just listen to me.

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26 x 365: Day 7, Amanda (1995 to Now)

There’s no one I’m closer with. You’re a kindred sister.

I admire you in every way possible.

When we’re together, I’m never more happy or entertained.

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26 x 365: Day 6, Sarah (2000 to Now)

Freshman year, I never thought we’d be friends.

Now I couldn’t imagine my life without you.

You’re the best roommate and friend a girl could have.

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26 x 365: Day 5, Ashy (1988 to Now)

Different dads and seven years apart, who would have thought we’d turn into the same person?

I’m glad we’re becoming so close.

I think you’re beautiful.

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You have a great aura, Part deux

A little while back, I wrote about auras, their colors, and how I’d ran across more than one person who’d commented on mine.

It happened again…has it become common practice to tell someone that they have a great aura? Maybe this is the new compliment of the 21st century.

When I was on my first date with Interested Reader, we wrapped up the end of the night at The Great Nabob with some of his friends. I was laughing and flirting and enjoying myself immensely. In the middle of a conversation with Interested Reader (Montana transplant) and one of his friends (Indiana transplant), I noticed that a guy at the table and a girl next to him were looking at me and nodding. It was clearly a “we’re talking about you” moment. These are always a little weird; but since we’re not in high school anymore, I don’t automatically assume that the conversation is negative. It still caused me to pause mid-sentence, and I looked at them and smiled. The guy leaned over the table and asked, “Are you from Seattle?”

“Yep. Born and raised,” I said. (For those who are Seattle transplants, I am more “from Seattle” than not even though I actually grew up outside the city.)

They looked at each other and nodded. “We thought so.”

I laughed. “Oh really, why’s that?”

“I don’t know. We’re both from Seattle, and you can just tell. You remind me a lot of my friends. The way you act… it’s like you have a great aura.”

I, of course, was pleased as punch that he said this in front of Interested Reader. It’s always a plus when you’re complimented on your ridiculously, ridiculously sparkling personality by a guy’s friend.

I just hope he thought so too…

Currently Feeling: Like I’d really enjoy winning the lottery right about now
Currently Anticipating: Happy hour tomorrow with Interested Reader and his friends
Currently Loving: The onset of the holidays—good food, parties and family

26 x 365: Day 4, Jana (When you met Luke to Now)

To me, you exude class. You and Luke are the perfect compliment.

I enjoy you equally alone and together—the definition of a great couple.

Congratulations.

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26 x 365: Day 3, Luke (July 2004 to Now)

Instant friends after that night at The Dubliner.

I will think of you every time I make macaroni and cheese for the rest of my life.

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