Poetic Moments: So Many things

I am like a crime mystery yet to be solved, the best detective in the world got a job on his hand with me.
I am like a 7 year old little girl on a toy shopping spree.
I am often like the sun rising and going down; I am like a shadow, sometimes showing and other times can’t be found.
I am like a fluffy dog, mans best friend and a guard dog at night; I am like a tunnel, only one way in or out and full of bright lights.
I am like a young school girl awaiting a crushes phone call; I am like a fatherless child with no one to teach me how to catch a my ball.
I am like a lost one on some days and confused on others; I am found on most days and insightful to others.
I am like a happy soul creeping through the night; I am like a strong wind, I uplift the kites.
The kites bring smiles to those below and beauty to the blue skies
I am like so many things so many times, I am like whatever words or images come to my mind.

When Oppurtunity Knocks, I'm Ready

It’s a heavy burden to carry when you have a child relying on you to provide for, a man who is expecting you to be the woman he knows you can be, or being that daughter your parents can be proud of. I’ve heard men say they have the weight of the world on their shoulders, but let me tell you that is an extremely heavy feeling. Now that I am in a new city and getting back in the game, I will keep praying that the right opportunity will come my way.

I want my website to be transparent, a little different from some other blogs. I peak into the lives of celebs, but I also want to give you a peak into my life. Let’s be honest running a business is not always peaches and cream. You have highs and lows like anything else in life. It’s what you turn to during those periods that matter most.

A lot of business websites I visit, only reveal the glorious side but where do you turn for the not so good moments. No one writes about how you’ve been waiting on a client check to come in the mail so you can pay a bill, or what to do when no checks are coming in the door at all. If you have a big business you might not be able to identify with these problems, excuse me while I talk with us little people.

It’s my goal to deliver rich content that can not only entertain you, but can help you through the good times and motivate you during the bad times. I first hand understand, but I’m on my way back up; are you coming with me?

Get Familiar

I’m up to my eyeballs in packing, purging, appointments and running errands, and I feel guilty for not posting as normal; but a gals gotta do what a gals gotta do.

As most of you know I’m in the process of relocating from Atlanta to Baton Rouge, and this is the week that it all takes place, so please understand my content will be lighter than normal from today till next Tuesday Oct 6 2009. By then I should be somewhat settled in and will be back to regular posting schedule. My DSL should be hooked up by Monday fingers crossed, but don’t fret I will be back before you know it.

This is almost the end of my 3rd week blogging; I’m enjoying myself and looking forward to the growth of my content, opportunities, and audience of my blog.This is a great opportunity to go back and read some of my older post from the past two weeks in case you’re a new reader. I appreciate feedback or comments in regard to the topics I cover, let me know if I’m on the right track.

In Case your Wondering Why Baton Rouge?
- My fiancé is from there, he's currently worrking out there and still have tons of family there including his parents
- Its 45minutes from New Orleans, 4.5 hours from Houston, & 8hrs from Atl
- Cruise ships port out of Nearby NO and Biloxi—Woop!
- Seafood is my favorite kind of food and it’s fresh and amazing in that region
- One of my good friends is also relocating to nearby Gonzalez with her family
- It’s a very big college sports town thanks 2 LSU & Southern University
- I’m looking forward to bring some new ideas and energy to Baton Rouge & New Orleans areas
- Hopefully I will remain this enthusiastic after the dust clears LOL :-)

Thanks for your support, I look forward to blog with you.

Oh one more thing- I added a music player to my blog should I keep it or is it distracting while reading. Let me know thanks.

Thank You for Being a Friend

photo source itsablackthang.com painting by ernie barnes

I've been in Atlanta for 9.5 years and it has been a great 9.5 years. I've met so many great people through networking, school, church, shopping, partying, working etc. I just want to thank everyone who has made my stay in Atlanta a delight. Thank you for receiving me, believing in me, supporting my dreams and business ventures, sharing good and bad news, and praying for me and my family. I truly thank and I love all of my good friends.

I'm a little nervous about my move to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but I know change is good and I plan on making the best out of this move with my family. I have 1 week and a day left here in ATL, and I'm so nervous but very excited about what the future will bring.

Part of the reason why I started my blog, was so that my girlfriends and I can remain close through spirit and In word. Even though we might not speak everyday they can log on to this blog and get a little piece of me everyday. I first hand understand how life comes in to play, and before you know it weeks have gone by. I want all of my friends and my readers to know you mean the world to me and I thank you for being there. Expect big things, this is only a beginning and I don't plan on letting myself down. See most of you tomorrow night at my going away party.

Break Up To Make Up

 @ The Biltmore Estate November 2008

A few months ago I was at the bookstore reading some of Dr. Phil's relationship books after experiencing a semi break up with my fiancé. Even though I did the breaking up, I wanted understanding, and clarity on why I was feeling like the bad person. There are always two sides to every story, and I was clear on what my problems were-I just didn’t know how to fix them.

First up is respect, he did everything to warrant my respect. He provides for the household, spends quality time with me and our son, gives me my free time, surprises me with gifts and generally put our needs first. So what was the problem you ask? Simply, I wanted to be in control because I was always an aggressive woman, and I didn't know a thing about being submissive or how to let someone else make decisions for me.

After skimming through a few books surprisingly I found some very valuable tools that I was able to put into effect immediately. The writings on the pages forced me to deal with who I was as a woman. I knew if I wanted to make things work, first I needed to grasp a few concepts from the book. I would have to be a little gentler with my words, submissive (that would be a hard one), understanding and respectful of his decisions. It’s okay to feel in control, but at the same time let him think he’s in control (that’s what the book taught me). I definitely could not go on being the person that led to our breaking up.

Honestly we both had some work to do, but I understood I can only control my actions and responses. I also accepted that love is hard work, unconditional, full of compromises and you can’t set expectations with out setting boundaries first. Good thing he was patient with me, understood me, and accepted me; flaws and all. Isn’t that what love is really about?

Hopefully you learn something about yourself during a break up, like I did, do some fine tuning, but the most important thing you have to do is realize that loving you comes first. So when loves comes back to you, like the saying goes, it’s yours to keep.

Nothing In Life Is Free- A Little Poetry

I hope its okay If I release my inner Maya Angelou with you through some poetry. I've been writing since I was 7 but I can count the number of times I've shared it with people. My blog is about me facing my fears and following my dreams of doing what I love; writing. I hope you can feel it, appreciate it, and if it's alright with you I will share more in the future.

Nothing In Life Is Free

Life is not easy, nor was it ever meant to be; it was meant to be a challenge a growth process and a tease. It’s suppose to show you what you can have and what you can do; it’s suppose to give you choices, the rest is really up to you. You can learn if you choose to, from experience or through others eyes. You can sprout successfully, or you can wither up and die. Life is not easy, nor was it meant to be; Give your soul, your heart and just let the rest be. Or you can do whatever u want; just remember nothing in life is free.

Poetry by Chimere Norris copyright 2008 

Special Delivery

For months I sent out resumes, writing samples, proposals and so much more. I got some feedback but to be honest I was hoping for more. It’s a heavy burden to carry when you have a child relying on you to provide for, a man who is expecting you to be the woman he knows you can be, or being that daughter your parents can be proud of. I’ve heard men say they have the weight of the world on their shoulders, but let me tell you that is an extremely heavy feeling. Things are getting a little better each day, I just have to keep fighting.

After countless hours of deliberation, I finally decided to birth my own blog, so I can be transparent about some of my experiences as well as the things that go on around us all. Writing is actually therapeutic for me, believe it or not. Let’s be honest running a business and a household is not always peaches and cream and sometimes you need a sounding board or simply a place to drift off.

It’s my goal to deliver rich content through interviews and articles that can not only help you through the good times but can comfort you during the bad times. It will definitely be a mixture of all of the things that I like, so you never know what you’re going to get. Some post will be entertaining and some will be valuable tools or insight you can use in your own life. I’m creating my own circumstances now; I’ve wasted too much time on the later. I hope you enjoy what I deliver; suggestions are welcome and please leave comments on the post.

One last thing, I was not an english major in college, but I've always been a creative writer so please don't point out my typos :-) under my post send me a private message.

Thank You and Enjoy!

Finally- My First Long Sentence

It took almost 28 years but I'm just accepting that I'm not your average lady. I mean I always knew it but I was fighting it for so long. I was never the popular girl, always her friend; I was never the best dressed, even though they liked what I wore; I wasn't the best looking, but I'm cute and they look; I wasn't the girly girl, yet I love pink and red; Sometimes I wear my hair natural, some time I use chemicals; I've worn weaves and wigs but this year I'm embracing my tresses; I don’t have an MBA but I'm going back to finish up my degree; I had a baby out of wedlock, yes were getting married soon; I went to catholic school even though I've always been a Christian; I've been the source of inspiration for many things, don’t know if they will ever tell;

(Giving you  a break--okay)

I love to write, yet I suck at editing; I like to design, though I would never do it full time; I like to shop, but never have enough money; I like to travel, working on doing that more; I like spending time with my family, the good ones and the not so good; I have a lot of fabulous friends and I'm working on being fabulous back; I've had many great opportunities, regretfully I let some pass me by; I've made many mistakes, still learning from some; My favorite magazines are business & fashion because ultimately that's what's most important to me; I love music and movies, they create the soundtrack of our lives; I appreciate the contributions of those before me, and today I decided to do something about it; I'm Not Your Average Lady as you grow with me you will see I never focus on just one thing; Thank you for reading my thoughts, I hope you enjoy the ride.