The Glamorous Life in Birmingham, Alabama?

Think you have to live in N.Y. or L.A. or Paris to live fabulously? Think you have to have a fortune and spend one to live an exciting life? Think the glamorous life is only for the rich and famous? Well, the stars are not the only ones given access to the glamorous life. Britney and Brangelina have nothing on us! Stars fell right here on Alabama and there are plenty of exciting events and beautiful places right here in our own city where you can feel like a glamorous star. After all, your life is your movie and you are the star! So, come along with me and I will show you some of my favorite places to go to "see and be seen" or just for people watching and some special little spots all around Birmingham that help me, and maybe you, too, set the stage for adding a little glamour to life everyday. And the good news is that a lot of these are free! So, come along with me and let me show you My Birmingham. Now, you might have some glamorous little secrets of life here in Birmingham,too, and I would love to know about them, so please share them with me! Living in the Modern South, as we are, we can share with each other the way we live today in our glamorous Birmingham. Thanks! Lee Ann

What Is Glamour?

There is a misconception about what glamour is. First, what it is not. It is not about age, or looks, or money, or your address. Glamour, is a state of mind. There are however, a few accessories one must have to live the glamorous life no matter where you happen to be, but they are probably not what you think. They do not include an Hermes Birkin Bag, a pair of Manolo Blahnik shoes or a Chihuahua. What is absolutely vital and crucial to the glamorous life is:

1. An Open Mind. If you are of the unfortunate belief that the aforementioned items are what will make you feel glamorous and you cannot afford or find them, then you will most definitly not have a glamorous day be it in Birmingham or New York City.

2. A Sense of Adventure. If you are afraid to get out of your comfort zone and venture into some unknown territory say, crossing the Cahaba River, then it is safe to say that you are probably missing out on some fabulously fun adventures. Being curious about and interested in your surroundings opens the day up to so many more glamorous possibilities.

3. A Smile. Having a sunny disposition, whether it's out on the town, at home with your family or simply relaxing in the park , is what makes for a truly glamorous time!

So, open your mind, tune into your senses and smile. It's going to be a fabulous day in Birmingham!

About My Blog

I have created different categories for postings with titles like Everyday Glamour, Date Night, Having a Ball, Kiddin' Around, Just Hanging Out, etc.. Each post will be related to one of these categories. They will all contain information about how I like to try and add a little touch of glamour to the different areas of my life and hopefully inspire you to do the same. All the books I have read about living a beautiful life are always written by celebrities who seem to have it all. But, I am no celebrity and celebrities are not the only ones to be granted access to the beautiful life. It is available to all of us, even to us in Birmingham. We just have to imagine it, and live it! So, welcome to My Birmingham. It can be yours, too.

Sunday, January 23, 2011

"A Year of Living Glamorously":Be Daring-Face One of Your Fears!

Well, I did it! I met my "Glamour Goal", the January challenge for "A Year of Living Glamorously" project. I confronted my fear of heights! I forced myself to go up to the top of the statue of Vulcan, the tallest structure in B'ham, and walk out onto the observation deck. As I mentioned in my column in B-Metro, you have read my column haven't you? I hope!:), the fear of heights had started to really take a hold of me. So, since the first challenge in the AYOLG project is to confront one of your major fears, this was mine. And it really does feel empowering to know you can overcome blocks, obstacles, anything that can stand in the way of reaching for our goals and living the life we really want and imagine it to be.

I will tell you, it is not easy for me, I really start to freak out, and since I do not look out the elevator window (who's idea is that??) it made me crazy when I read the information on the wall about wasps buzzing around at the top (even though Billy swore it is too cold for them this time of year). I really did get out of the doorway and walk across the walkway, again with holes in the floor so you can see down (some sadist planned this I am sure!), and actually looked out. It was so windy, I almost didn't get my back off the wall!! But the view is so worth it, it really is a beautiful look at Birmingham.

I actually make myself do this every year, along with going up on some of the highest structures in the world (World Trade Towers, Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Sears Tower, Grand Canyon, etc.), when we travel, because I don't want this to overtake me and keep me from enjoying the magnificent views of life! I don't want to miss out on anything. And the best way I know of to keep yourself from missing out on all the most glamorous things in life is to confront the fears that are keeping you from going for it, have someone that supports you, take a deep breath, step up to the challenge, open your eyes, and enjoy the view from the top!

Be Daring-Live Glamorously!-LA:)

Make sure to check out my column in B-Metro Magazine for all the details in the "A Year of Living Glamorously" project.




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