The Magnificent Modern Mature Woman

What advice would you give to your teenage self?

Having been born premature of low birth weight and size with the no hope for the future, my parents knew that my life wouldn’t be easy.

Growing up mostly being teased and was told that I was ugly and I didn’t deserve to live in upper elementary, junior high and high school. Participated in high school sports such as cheerleading and downhill racing and even writing most of my Senior yearbook but it didn’t help. Felt like I was singled out in my class but got along well with students a year ahead of me and below me.

During most of my working years, the behavior from others that I experienced growing up didn’t change much from the,”mainstream,” population. Being adults and acting like one were a challenge to some.

Grateful for a good life of travel to new places and to experience new foods. Seeking new adventures has filled my life. Have a few friends who stuck around as well plus my beautiful felines.

“Buckle Up, Buttercup,” you’re in for a hell of a ride. You will need to be strong to survive and to trust your instincts to live a full life.

Leslie Elizabeth David.

What bores you?

Truthfully, my life is rarely boring. Most of my days, I’ve been blessed with a full life of friendships, adventure, and learning new things. When I get bored, I use it as downtime to catch up on rest and sleep. A time to recharge and relax.

Yes, I sat through lectures from college professors that seemed boring until I started to actively listen. Plus, I lived through lectures from my parents that were repeats of them trying to reign in my free spirit. They got old quick so I listened then I followed my heart and soul.

Currently, there’s no time to get bored. Texas Unemployment pays less than a livable share so I’m seeking employment to supplement it plus full time work to get off of it. The amount of the benefit is inhumane from a State with the 8th largest economy in the world that needs to be fixed in changing times. I contacted the Governor about this because he acted quickly on a previous issue for me. Plus, continuous job hunting and having my first interview coming up.

Last night, it was placed in my heart to start going back to church again which I was given a name of one to attend. Then, I plan to take a nap afterwards. Later, review the job and company for my Tuesday interview and get ready for Monday visit to Texas Workforce.

In closing, I’m thankful to have a full life and I’ve learned that when I feel bored, it’s my signal to get lots of rest physically and to slow down to relax my mind peacefully.

In Gratitude,

Leslie Elizabeth David.

What is your favorite drink?

My most favorite drink ever to start my day is pictured below, Tazo Awake English Breakfast tea, along with a bagel smeared with cream cheese is the best.

Each morning except for Saturday, I fill my mini pink Keurig with water then I put the tea pod in its spot. Within a few minutes, I have a cup of hot fresh brewed tea. Then, I toast my bagel and smear it. Fortunately, the tea is still very hot even waiting a minute for my food. Bought the Keurig from Target and the tea comes from Amazon usually.

On Sunday, my hot tea splurge is Teavana English Breakfast tea that I cut open the each bag and put contents into a generic pod for my Keurig. It’s expensive. Starbucks sells it as well. It tastes smooth but I like Tazo best on the weekdays.

Saturday, I usually get breakfast from fast food places so I don’t mess up my bagel count during the week. Easy and quick so that I can pick up my groceries from Walmart.

Have a Great Day!

Leslie Elizabeth David.

Who are your favorite people to be around?

My favorite people to be around, mainly, our my lifetime friends whom I’ve known since kindergarten in metro Detroit. Amazingly, we’re 64 years old too. Grateful that we found each other on Facebook and have stayed connected.

In addition, outside of my lifetime friends, my other favorite people are those who challenge me and push my limits kindly because they believe that I can accomplish the goals set before me.

Sometimes, even the worst of those who hate me for reasons of their own regard and, maybe, just taking up space on this planet in close proximity to them, are sometimes my favorites too. These people are the ones who challenge me and who push me sometimes too far but I relearn my strength, my grit and my stretched thin patience. Even my foes can be my favorites in rare moments.

In closing, our dearest friends who will comfort and help guide us through difficult times and our foes will push us to our limits and patience in times of tests and trials. We need them both to feel loved and to be tested. With my recent loss of employment, I can relate to this.

Yours Truly,

Leslie Elizabeth David.

Tell us about your favorite pair of shoes, and where they’ve taken you.

The song title, “Walking on Sunshine,” by Katrina and The Waves can only describe the comfort of these old shoes. From the very recent picture, they have seen much better days.

These shoes are,”Grasshoppers,” that I bought maybe seven years ago that I’ve worn everywhere including work when they didn’t look like they do now. Flights, road trips and walking are what I wore these shoes for and some casual work environments.

Buying a brand name shoe or boots are rare for me unless I can get my size 6 shoe on sale. The exceptions are my downhill ski boots and my biking shoes to hold my foot on the pedal. Other than that, work and leisure are usually Amazon footwear with a brand that I never heard of.

Today, after visiting my job search session with Texas Workforce, I’ll be coming home to change my clothes and my shoes that are so comfortable that feels like I’m, “Walking On Sunshine.”

Cheers!

Leslie Elizabeth David.

Share one of the best gifts you’ve ever received.

Face it, we’re the sum of are parents and those before them. Everything from appearance to personality can be tied to genetics then altered due to experience, to education plus environment.

My appearance of being dark complexion and dark blue eyes are from my grandparents and greats from my Dad’s side. My small frame and light colored hair are from my Mom’s side. Plus, the diseases follow too though grateful that me or my siblings have never gotten a cancer diagnosis.

My personality is much different than my siblings and my cousins of being forthright, honest and truthful that many don’t like but lies and dishonesty hurt more than truth. Been told by my Mom that I have a, “gift,” that my siblings or cousins don’t have. It’s the ability to see things that others don’t. The ability requires maintenance so I use meditation to recharge it.

My seeing things when triggered goes beyond what the physical world is and goes beyond emotion and thought. It’s a deeper sense of reality. This gift is from a great Aunt who lived in an area once called, Detroit Beach, who only trusted her intuition of sight and sensation regarding everyone and everything.

In closing, my gift has saved me from lies, deceit and even violence. Yet, it has opened doors of opportunity and of dreams.

Yours Truly,

Leslie Elizabeth David.