Sixteen Candles

I can learn song lyrics in an absurdly short amount of time. I really need to put this on my short "things I'm good at" list. 


Now I know you might be jealous, so I'll confess to you that I often don't quite get all of the words right. 


For example, the first song that I botched was the 1958 classic, "Sixteen Candles." I was three years old, and I belted out, "SIXTEEN CAMELS makes a lovely night." This is seriously one of my first memories, and to this day it is a source of utter laughter at my stupidity. (This is not to be confused with the time I called my sister a "dim-beth" after she called me a "dim-wit", but that's for another time...and that's not a song.)


As good as I am at learning new songs (and occasionally ripping them to shreds), I also love giving gifts. I am always on the look-out for good gifts at a great price. So what if it's May and I find a great Christmas gift. Less trouble for me in December! When I see some of my jewelry collection, I think about who may love receiving it. That's what brought me to my thought of the sixteen camels. (I bet you didn't think I could ever connect my two thoughts, did you? Sixteen Camels >>> Cherche' Jewelry)


I have some sweet, dainty pieces for a special sweet 16. I remember what I got: a sterling charm bracelet. Yep, I still wear it and add on to it. I thought I wanted the leather jacket or the boots that everyone had, but I'm so glad I got a keepsake. If you have a sister or daughter about to turn 16, consider this: 

Love Knots.

Love knots are so sweet. I still wear my mom's that she got in high school. I wear these often and I'm not 16 anymore. The silver love knots are for a more mature lady, however. Too big for a 16 year old.  

But I encourage you to think about events, birthdays, and celebrations coming up. Sweet 16's or not. Your life will be made easier if you add to your gift closet ahead of time, I promise you that. 

Last note: My mind thinks very much ahead of time; just getting things done before so I don't have to worry about something later. Confession: when I'm out shopping, I will see outfits and think "This will be great if Andrew charters a boat, and we go sailing." Or "This will be perfect if I only were invited to a fall festival." I'm really kidding with my examples, but I do think about these most bizarre events, if I were only invited to such a thing. I bet some of you do the same.

Maybe I am the only crazy girl who buys Christmas gifts in May and can recite lyrics at the drop of a hat. How can I get paid for my talents?