… I’m dreaming of:

1. The arrival of spring
2. The refreshing spring temperature
3. Flowers in bloom
4. Rose of all types – beach roses, Queen of Denmark, knock out roses
5. Pink, white, red, yellow tulips
6. Pink magnolias
7. All types of colored pansies
8. White star magnolias
9. White crocus
10. Yellow daffodils
11. Turban buttercups
12. Forsythia
13. Rainbow color of pansies
14. Lavender-colored wisteria in bloom
15. Dainty grape hyacinths
16. Bright marigolds
17. Purple and yellow asters
18. Red begonias
19. Any color hydrangea
20. Red and pink oleanders
21. Coneflowers
22. White and purple allium
23. Intriguing fritillaria
24. Sunflowers
25. Lantanas
26. Morning glories
27. Different colored impatiens
28. Discovering more flower varieties in the city
29. Discovering a variety of birds in the city
30. Blossoming flowers that decorate the front of apartment buildings
31. Colorful flowers that dot the city sidewalks
32. Squirrels racing up trees in the park
33. Green grass
34. Tree branches covered with rich green-colored leaves
35. Cute spring and summer fashions
36. Sexy sandals
37. Enjoying an ice cream cone while strolling down the sidewalk
38. No longer climbing over snow hills on the sidewalk
39. No longer jumping over melted snow puddles at crosswalks
40. No longer wearing snow boots
41. Leaving my heavy winter coat behind
42. Buying fresh fruits from street vendors
43. Eating cherries… lots of cherries
44. Eating mangoes… lots of mangoes
45. Free outdoor concerts
46. Street fairs
47. Reading a hot book on a cool spring day
48. Reading a steamy book on a hot summer day
49. Love in the springtime
50. Love in the summertime
51. Making love in the springtime
52. Making love in the summertime

What are you dreaming of at the moment?

1. Is kind-hearted to animals.
2. Is caring of others.
3. Is giving.
4. Is thoughtful.
5. Is not afraid to cry.
6. Is not afraid to laugh.
7. Has a great laugh that makes me laugh along or at least smile.
8. Notices the things I like.
9. Notices the things I don’t like.
10. Knows how to paint my toe nails.
11. Knows how to give me a foot massage.
12. Likes to put lotion on my body.
13. Loves dogs.
14. Loves my dogs.
15. Loves our dogs.
16. Won’t mind walking the dogs when I’m tired.
17. Love kids.
18. Loves me.
19. Shows me that he loves me.
20. Tells me that he loves me.
21. Is comfortable with saying, “I love you” (Doesn’t have to say it 24/7).
22. Loves to travel.
23. Loves to explore.
24. Loves to talk to me.
25. Loves to listen to me.
26. Likes to read my stories.
27. Likes to help me experiment for my stories.
28. Treats women with care and respect.
29. Knows how to drive (since I don’t know how).
30. Won’t mind driving me around anytime, anyplace.
31. Is well-groomed.
32. Knows how to dress for the occasion (knows when to wear jeans or a suit and tie).
33. Knows and practices good hygiene.
34. Is tall (6’3” or taller).
35. Has dark hair and dark eyes.
36. Is teddy bear/linebacker size.
37. Is lovable like teddy bear.
38. Knows how to be cool as a cucumber when needed.
39. Knows how to work hard.
40. Likes to play when the occasion calls for it.
41. Knows how and when to relax.
42. Knows how to be laid back.
43. Is deliciously endowed in his nether regions.
44. Knows what to do with what the good Lord gave him in his nether regions.
45. Is a sensitive lover.
46. Is a considerate lover.
47. Is an awesome lover.
48. Loves to have sex with me.
49. Can’t get enough of me.
50. Is a terrific kisser.
51. Loves to kiss me.
52. Makes my toes curl and my body tingle when he kisses me.
53. Is rugged.
54. Is earthy.
55. Has a good sense of honor.
56. Has a fair sense of justice.
57. Always wants to make me happy.
58. Believes in God.
59. Is spiritual.
60. Knows how to get along with others of different backgrounds.
61. Knows how to give genuine compliments.
62. Knows how to be romantic.
63. Surprises me with thoughtful gifts.
64. Loves to give me flowers.
65. Loves to take long walks.
66. Loves to sometimes hold hands.
67. Loves to enjoy quiet evenings.
68. Likes to go out.
69. Is intelligent.
70. Is well-spoken.
71. An accent would be nice (but that’s optional).
72. Will share in the household chores.
73. Better yet, can get me a house cleaner (or chip in for one).
74. Is confident.
75. Is a hard worker.
76. Makes decent money (doesn’t have to be rich but should be financially stable).
77. Knows how to handle money properly.
78. Loves what he does for work, doesn’t matter what the job is.
79. Not afraid to work.
80. Not afraid to do any kind of work to support self and family.
81. Have a nice singing voice.
82. Likes to sing.
83. Likes to sing for me.
84. Likes to whistle.
85. Likes to whistle at me.
86. Looks good in a cowboy hat (and nothing else).
87. Looks good in cowboy boots (and nothing else).
88. Holds family values important.
89. Likes books.
90. Likes movies.
91. Likes a good story.
92. Likes my stories.
93. Likes to share his dreams with me.
94. Likes to dream with me.
95. Can be charming.
96. Wants to do the dishes when I’m the one who cooks.
97. Likes to cook with me.
98. Likes to cook for me.
99. Likes to eat anything I prepare.
100. Is creative.
101. Is devoted.
102. Is independent.
103. Is honest.
104. Is respectful.
105. Is reliable.
106. Is passionate.
107. Has and enjoys a good sense of humor.
108. Has no criminal tendencies.
109. Is concerned about good health but not obsessed.
110. Is emotionally balanced.
111. Is good with his hands.
112. Is good with his fingers.
113. Is good with his tongue.
114. Has a hot voice that makes me smile and puts my body in overdrive when I hear it.
115. Is educated (formally or from the School of Life).
116. Causes me to get a nice tingly sensation when he touches me.
117. Knows what he wants.
118. Goes after what he wants.
119. Normally gets what he wants.
120. Knows how to put the toilet seat down after using it.
     
     
     
     
     
     

1-  Drinking way too much soda.  I especially love Coke on ice — Lots of ice. 

2-  Watching too much reality T.V. I wish I had cable. I’d be watching even more reality shows.

3-  Taking cabs to work.

4-  Buying flowers for my office each week.

What do you intend to keep doing in 2008?  Tell me.    

Here’s a cyber list of things I loved LAST year - 2007.  The things I loved last year did not have to be invented/created/released in 2007. I simply enjoyed them in 2007.

I found it hard to pick just one thing, so in some cases I listed more than one.  You can comment on my list and or post your own list in the comments section.  Come on, share!

Paz

THINGS OF LOVE FROM 2007

MOVIE OF LOVE:           

It’s a Wonderful Life

Sound of Music

I enjoy these two every holiday season.

SONG OF LOVE:           

There are many.  I will give you my top 5:

Where is the Love – Black Eyed Peas (Elephunk)

Creep – Radiohead (Pablo Honey)

Admirável Gado Novo – Ze Ramalho (Ao Vivo)

Like a Star – Corinne Bailey Rae (Corinne Bailey Rae)

This Ain’t a Love Song – Bon Jovi (These Days)

All By My Self – Il Divo (Siempre)

So High - John Legend (Get Lifted)

The list goes on…. Perhaps, I’ll continue it separately… 

BOOK OF LOVE:           

Crush by Crystal Hubbard

The Good Guy by Dean Koontz

ALBUM OF LOVE:

There are a lot.  I’ll list the top 5:

Elephunk – Black Eyed Peas

Struggle from the Subway – Nuttin’ But Stringz

Strauss Jr. – Famous Waltzes

Unplugged – Mana

Anthology – Bobby Womack

Los Hermanos Rosario – 20 Anniversario

MUSIC ARTIST OF LOVE:

Zé Ramalho – Ao Vivo

Jorge Aragão – Da Noite Pro Dia & Todas

I love to listen to the voices of these two Brazilian singers.

PLACE OF LOVE:

Rooftop overlooking the Harlem River

MONTH OF LOVE:

Every month!

BEST DAY OF LOVE:

Every day!

BEST MOMENT OF LOVE:

Receiving unexpected gift from Nicole

WORD OF LOVE:

Foxy

Sweet Face

PURCHASE OF LOVE:

iPod

PDA

I use these two everyday!

CITY OF LOVE:

New York City (I lurve New York! *singing*)

FOOD OF LOVE:

Gold Coast French Toast

BEVERAGE OF LOVE:

Coke on ice.  Lots of ice!  It really hits the spot! 

PERSON OF LOVE (someone who made a difference for you this year):

Ro, Mari & Catherine

SPOT OF LOVE (the best place to go to just be):

The park

The museum

CLOTHING ITEM OF LOVE:

My red Crocs

Any of my sweat pants

Oh, so comfortable!

RANDOM THING OF LOVE (anything you want):

Not things – my dogs.