This is the year I stepped out of my box and took a giant leap. Most people that know me personally, know that though I may seem bubbly and upbeat most of the time, I really am trying to mask the fact that I can be painfully shy under certain circumstances. Yep, that, as some have described me, flambouyant appearance I present is a facade until you get a glass or two of wine in me. LOL

Well, on February 29, 2008, I had the amazing opportunity to see a wonderful artist, American Idol alumni Bo Bice, perform in a very private setting and I took it. I had shut myself off from the world in a way because of my shyness. But thanks to a fantastic young woman, Lecia and her family. I was blessed with the chance to meet a truly genuine and sweet person and a true success story. He is a man who was given an opportunity and with much added work on his part, he is able to do what he loves, stay a genuine person and make a living at it. I also had the chance to meet some really phenomenal ladies. All of whom, I met through Bo Bice. I am proud to have met them all and now, I can truly call them friends. It is amazing the kind of people you can meet if you just open yourself up to it.

So, in conclusion I guess the motto of this blog is to say thanks for gestures both big and small because what you have been given is a true treasure.

I'm so glad I got to meet all you ladies from Bona Fide Bice and The Bice Effect, Kimmy, Lecia, Patty, and Cindy.

Lisa, Sue, Kathy and Mindy, much luv to you beautiful girls.

Thanks Bo.