Thursday, April 5, 2007

Good Times!

You have no idea how much I adore this man! We have been friends, bestest of friends since we were 10 years old! This is a man who knows everything there is to know about me and then some ;) He knows almost about me as much as Jim does, I don't hide anything...I have always been an open book.

I remember once when Oprah was looking for unusual friendships, on a whim I called and spoke to one of the Producers and began telling her the story of Kim and Jeff's excellent adventures....they wanted to book us for the show...I had to decline...for us to tell the world about our adventures as best friends was not the problem... for our Mothers to find out all the crazy things we did (and survived) would surely be the death of both of us! lol Even in our 40's we don't want the wrath only a Mother can bring down on a mischievous child who grew to be a mischievous adult! lol lol lol

He moved to L.A. back in the early 90's I missed him terribly! There is still a group of us since grade school who still keep in touch all these years. Back in the Spring of 2000, I went and spent 10 days with him in L.A. It was the first time that I was away from Jim and the kids, I thought my heart would break but as soon as I landed in L.A. I knew I would hate to return home...it was fantastic!



I went to a private Hollywood Party at the Beverly Hills Hotel, I went and played on the beaches of Malibu, I went up into the Hollywood hills as close to the 'Hollywood' sign as I possibly could get....I danced in the street one a warm California night when we weren't ready for the night to end even though it was 4 O'clock in the morning...definitely good times! Happy memory for me for sure!

I remember the day of the private party, my Jeff took me to a salon owned by the cattiest, cutest gay men...I can't remember their names but boy the look over I got was scorching! lol They whispered to each other back and forth then both walked up to me and said...... "Emergency Head to Toe makeover!" They said the first thing we are going to do is get rid of that "Texas Beauty Queen Hair!" lol lol lol I have to admit it was BIG! So feeling very much Like Dorthy in the Wizard of Oz scene when they make her over to see the Wizard I let them have their way with me as to speak! lol And below was the finished product! I didn't realize what a good job they did at cleaning me up...I thought I hated the hair...but now looking back...I looked freaking fantastic! lmaooooo They did my hair, my make up and my clothes for the night...I was no longer a Chicago girl I was a California girl! Wooooo hooooo!





This also was the trip that me and a bunch of gay men took a road trip from L.A. to Vegas....you ain't had fun till you experience that, let me tell you! lmaooooo Yes, my friends my DH is a SAINT! ....but that trip is another story for another day....for sure! lol

30 comments:

Anonymous said...

Isn't it just amazing the way we are blessed with wonderful friends???  Where would we be without them?

Great post, can't wait to read about the road trip!

Peace and Blessings,
L.

Anonymous said...

you look beautiful and that man is hott!  sounds like a great time
hugs
noelle

Anonymous said...

That is a great picture of you both. It's good to have such good friends. Helen

Anonymous said...

i have a similar friendship, but didn't meet him until we were in our 30's.  he told me to have a nice day, i told him not to tell me what to do, and it was on from there.  friendships like that are precious, marvelous, and priceless.  

and that is a great picture!  

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Anonymous said...

You look like a film star and still do Kim!  Those are definitely 'Irish Eyes'.  
Jeff looks a great looking chap.  Memories.......<sigh!>  Now you've set ME off down that road.....Lol!  
Jeanie

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Anonymous said...

Yep Yep Yep.... I agree, He is a hottie!
& YOU looked fabulous, great hair style, but you look great in any hair style....hell, you great bald~
This was a great story, look forward to "The Trip" story~
Marie
http://journals.aol.co.uk/mariebm56/PhotographsMemoriesToo

Anonymous said...

Wow he's HANDSOME!!  And they did a GREAT job on you!!
Pam

Anonymous said...

I love your hair!

Anonymous said...

u looked awesome but they had a beautiful canvas from which to start.............love ya g/f

Anonymous said...

BEAUTIFUL!!

Cant wait for the story....I am from Chicago...Bridgeview/Justice area is where I hold my roots.

Michele

Anonymous said...

That is an awesome look & dang Jeff is gay? Wow! Why isn't he in movies...dang he is so hot I got burned through my computer!

Anonymous said...

Yea Kim,  you do look freaking gorgeous in your picture dear, but then I see the same gorgeous girl today when you put your pictures in your journal.  Loved reading about your special friend and all the adventures you had.  Things like that make life so special, lucky you.  Hey being a Micschievous adult can have it's fun moments....we all need a few of those...Arlene (AJ)

Anonymous said...

Loved the story and the look they gave you...praying daily!  Hugs,TerryAnn

Anonymous said...

Sounds like a great time...always good to remember, and hold onto those times dearly!

Nancy
PS.  He looks like an exboyfriend of mine.  (not gay...lol)

Anonymous said...

You both look like movie stars!

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Anonymous said...

Why are so many gay men so sexy??? Sounds like you had a TON of fun. How close did you make it to the Hollywood sign???
Hugs
Ang

Anonymous said...

damn how come gay men are always so friggin hot????  i love your hair in that picture! love it!

Kelly

Anonymous said...

Why ARE gay men so awesome looking????  I never understood that!  And YOU my dear look gorgeous as always!!!!!!

((hugs))
Jeanne

Anonymous said...

Sounds like some wonderfully happy memories!!  Love the hair!!  You've got that model look girl!!  But I truly believe it's your beautiful smile and your kind sparkling happy eyes.  Don't ever give those two things up.  Hugs n have a happy Easter!!!!
Lisa

Anonymous said...

MAN...... YOU LOOKED SOOOOOOO "HOLLYWOOD".....BUT THEN AGAIN I THINK YOU STILL LOOK AWESOME!
THOSE WERE SOME WILD TIMES HUH!!!
LOVE YA,
CARLENE

Anonymous said...

{{{ Kim }}}  My gay friends do the best hair too!  lol

be well,
Dawn
http://journals.aol.com/princesssaurora/CarpeDiem/

Anonymous said...

I think your just AWESOME!!!  You are beautiful inside and out...
You inspire me.. I believe you have angels on your shoulders...I can feel it over here in Maine....God Bless You Kimberleigh..... You are in my thoughts...

Anonymous said...

Wow! You look great Kim! Sounds like you and Jeff have a whole trunk full of happy memories you share! Jeannette xx  http://journals.aol.co.uk/jlocorriere05/Welcometomytravels/  

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Anonymous said...

going to Vegas with a group of gay men...that has gotta be the way to go
Marti

Anonymous said...

awww what a great story! I hear ya about not wanting to be on Oprah though....I watch that show sometimes, and I'm like....how do they have the guts to go on national TV, international TV as Oprah is seen worldwide, and discuss some of the topics at hand.....no thank you, I don't need 15 minutes of fame! LOL  But I'm glad you shared the stories with us, your select audience :)  I love the makeover the guys gave ya, you look fabulous! Did you keep the hair, or go back to the big o'l texas hair when you got back, LOL

Anonymous said...

You are a very beautiful couple! God bless you and your family!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful picture
Hugs
Jayne