"Most women hate women- we're lucky we have this group that loves women," Jacqui said.
That insightful statement was dolled out to the seven women who make up the group we gave the moniker the "Downtown Divas." We are not Divas- nor do we all live downtown. It's a name that stuck- regardless of its literal worth. I (in photo third from left) am a proud member of this group of fabulous women who meet for monthly dinners, or lunch- throw parties together and overall are an integral part of each others life.
These women have become, over the last few years, some of my most cherished and favorite friends. Though I have other group of friends from many other parts of my life- my children's schools, sports, church, the neighborhood, old bunco teams and so on-this group has it's hold on my heart.
One member of the Diva's is my soul sister, Pat (in the picture the one on the far left). She is an adorable red headed brilliant all around wonderful person. She is not only an aspiring writer, and friend extraordinaire but also a District attorney. God hit it on the nose when he put her in my life and I am blessed beyond belief to call her my best friend.
Then there is Tana, the youngest (mid twenties) of the group. Tana (green shirt- crouching in the picture), the mother nature child who is cute as a button , down to earth, newly engaged and studying to be a midwife. She is also a "pet whisperer"- and seems to connect with every creature walking (or flying) - it is truly her gift and calling.
Another member of the Diva's is a gorgeous brunette Kim (second from left). She is an executive administrator who works from her lovely historic home- and until as recently refused to have a cell phone (her new boss made her get one- for that we are all glad- now we can get a hold of her!) All the men want her- I have yet to find one man who is not pinning away after her. She is an incredible hostess, gracious and warm- her dinner parties are the best around.
Then there is the tall lovely statuesque artist, Natalie, with the flowing long golden hair who at fifteen years old fell in love with the same man she is still with today- almost two decades and two children later. Natalie (fourth from left) is sweet- kind and has more patience in her little pinky then I have in my entire body.
Oh and there's Jacqui (Pat's sister and last one on the far right) - the one who's made the comment I quoted at the beginning of this blog. She is a mutli talented- artist, gourmet cook, hostess party person to the tee, real estate agent- all around spunky fiery tell it like it is beautiful woman. If you need advice - she will give it- and she is right on the money one hundred out of a hundred times. Allot of who she is and how she relates to life- straight on and with confidence - is who I want to be when I grow up.
What can I say about Jennifer(Second from right)? She is a curious wide eyed playful little girl stuck in a model like grown women's body. Adventurous, funny- honest to a fault- and one of the best people you want in your corner anytime- and at all of your parties too!
For all of them- the Downtown Divas- for you I am grateful.
That insightful statement was dolled out to the seven women who make up the group we gave the moniker the "Downtown Divas." We are not Divas- nor do we all live downtown. It's a name that stuck- regardless of its literal worth. I (in photo third from left) am a proud member of this group of fabulous women who meet for monthly dinners, or lunch- throw parties together and overall are an integral part of each others life.
These women have become, over the last few years, some of my most cherished and favorite friends. Though I have other group of friends from many other parts of my life- my children's schools, sports, church, the neighborhood, old bunco teams and so on-this group has it's hold on my heart.
One member of the Diva's is my soul sister, Pat (in the picture the one on the far left). She is an adorable red headed brilliant all around wonderful person. She is not only an aspiring writer, and friend extraordinaire but also a District attorney. God hit it on the nose when he put her in my life and I am blessed beyond belief to call her my best friend.
Then there is Tana, the youngest (mid twenties) of the group. Tana (green shirt- crouching in the picture), the mother nature child who is cute as a button , down to earth, newly engaged and studying to be a midwife. She is also a "pet whisperer"- and seems to connect with every creature walking (or flying) - it is truly her gift and calling.
Another member of the Diva's is a gorgeous brunette Kim (second from left). She is an executive administrator who works from her lovely historic home- and until as recently refused to have a cell phone (her new boss made her get one- for that we are all glad- now we can get a hold of her!) All the men want her- I have yet to find one man who is not pinning away after her. She is an incredible hostess, gracious and warm- her dinner parties are the best around.
Then there is the tall lovely statuesque artist, Natalie, with the flowing long golden hair who at fifteen years old fell in love with the same man she is still with today- almost two decades and two children later. Natalie (fourth from left) is sweet- kind and has more patience in her little pinky then I have in my entire body.
Oh and there's Jacqui (Pat's sister and last one on the far right) - the one who's made the comment I quoted at the beginning of this blog. She is a mutli talented- artist, gourmet cook, hostess party person to the tee, real estate agent- all around spunky fiery tell it like it is beautiful woman. If you need advice - she will give it- and she is right on the money one hundred out of a hundred times. Allot of who she is and how she relates to life- straight on and with confidence - is who I want to be when I grow up.
What can I say about Jennifer(Second from right)? She is a curious wide eyed playful little girl stuck in a model like grown women's body. Adventurous, funny- honest to a fault- and one of the best people you want in your corner anytime- and at all of your parties too!
For all of them- the Downtown Divas- for you I am grateful.
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