Life reflections on my birthday.

Today, Lady J is 31 years young.

In looking back over the last 31 years of my life, I can recognize several peaks and valleys. Indeed I've had plenty of ups and downs in my life but I've always persevered thanks to the love of my wonderful family and endearing friends.

But over the last two years, I've come to rely on someone else to help keep me sane and happy. And someone is Brian Pepi. Meeting this wonderful man has improved my life in so many ways. Until I met him, I'd never known what it felt like to be truly loved by a man. He is so giving, caring, and loving that I am at times overwhelmed. How can someone love me so much?, I ask myself. But then I think of how much I love him and it all makes sense.

And not only have I been blessed to have him in my life over the last two years, but also his three boys. Stephen, Anthony, and Drew have impacted my life in a way I never thought possible. I've always been a somewhat selfish person when it comes to how I spend my time and for that reason, I never wanted children. But having these three boys in my life has made me see things differently. Though not technically mine, I consider them my kids. Excuse me, our kids. When I know we're going to have them over, I get so excited. And just thinking about seeing them open presents on Christmas Day brings an instant smile to my face. Sure our weekends with them can be long and exhausting, but I constantly forget how tired I am when one of them flashes me a smile, wakes me with a nudge, or gives me a squeeze or smooch.

I guess these two last years have been the most memorable to me, mostly because they've shaped the life I'm going to lead. I've found the personal life I've always wanted. I have the man of my dreams and the children I never thought would exist for me.

Thank you, Brian, for coming into my life and bringing your beautiful boys with you. Here's looking forward to another 31 happy years together. I love you!

Why I love Bill Belichick.

Wanna know why? Here's why.

Because with 2:33 remaining in the final quarter of the Patriots' game against Oakland Sunday afternoon Coach Belichick tossed a challenge flag on the ground to contest a Raiders first down.

Oh, it gets better. The Pats were up 49-20 and he looked like a wet dog because it had been raining heavily all day.

Just classic Belichick. Always keeps you guessing and coaches the first minute just as tough as the last.

But the call on the field stood.

Weekend bits

Hello all. I hope you had a great weekend. Mine was jam-packed.

Turkey Day was nice. Went to my aunt and uncle's house in Westwood. Saw my Mom, Grandparents, cousins, and brother. Good times. Great food.

We had the boys this weekend so that meant lots to do. Friday night we took them to see Bolt in 3D. Cute movie and I honestly laughed out loud at least five times. I got one word for you:Pigeons. Those guys and the hampster made this flick. Travolta was ho-hum as Bolt and just knowing that twit Miley Cyrus was the voice of the girl was enough for me not to like her either! But the Hampster was hilarious and the pigeons in NYC and LA were even funnier.

I had to work at the bar Saturday afternoon but I was home in time for some dinner with everyone before we put the kids to bed and watched a flick.

Ran some errands on Sunday before we went over to our friend Mare's to watch the Pats play horribly against the Steelers. What a horrible game! How do you turn the ball over FIVE times in one half??? That's nuts! Oh well.

Back at work and I'm super tired. I'm on overload with Thanksgiving football and the upcoming playoffs. I'll check back with ya'll at the end of the week.