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You will see a rare selfie of me down below but I can use one now because in 3 days, I will celebrate another year on this planet. You just might see one more in a few weeks as yet another day to celebrate will be upon me. I will share with you all soon enough… 🥹Like I said in a P.S. a few weeks ago, I am turning the age of Warrior’s last full one on Earth so a little bittersweet to pause upon… Always should we honor each birthday because none are guaranteed, ever. Some don’t like the attention but we all deserve it and it’s not wrong. Even if you do something on your own, do it. Every b-day matters, despite not having a milestone or a big party people may throw for you. That’s my main event message to any reading today. No, you don’t need tons of gifts or other stuff but still take time to reflect on your own beautiful life. Age can be just a number and in the grand scheme of things, we are here for such a short time. Just don’t overindulge where it isn’t healthy. The beauty of being can only be defined by you so bring that concept into your life if you haven’t just yet. 🥳

I also have to remember those 2 memorable (at least always to me) promos that just happened to be released on TV. the day of my birthday, 9/19. The first was Dingo who I referenced last week in 1986 and the second was the formation of the “ Ultimate Maniacs,” Macho Man Randy Savage and of course the Ultimate Warrior in 1992. Those dates were 6 years apart, my number again. I will be watching both naturally along with my annual tradition of wait~~~ do you readers know?

Maybe you do, but those new here may not. It’s the Ultimate Challenge of WMVI with Hulk and Warrior. I’ve told that story many times on here, but yes, all 3~~~ a 3 count will be viewed by me probably on Friday when I’ll have more time than my actual day of Saturday. No, I don’t watch WMVI (as maybe you all think) but the anniversary in April and my b-day will always bring them forward. I will forever keep this tradition going as long as I can because it’s ME and fills my spirit up every time. I’m sure any other wrestling fans have their favorite matches, promos, and everything in between as well so watching makes us remember. It’s nice to at least feel a little connected to a fun time in pro wrestling that means or meant so much… ❤️💛🧡💚

Here are a few quotes I will share that I recently found in a book. Yep, I’m onto other material and this poem many may know. It’s from “ Desiderata” written in the 1920s by Max Ehrmann. It has been translated to mean “ things to be desired” as we navigate earthly challenges while remaining true to ourselves in spirit. Not to be “ woo- woo” ( no~ Ric Flair, ha!) but it’s who we are while experiencing all life has to offer. I think it appropriate as I ponder my next year here but hope you take away some nuggets of wisdom moving ahead. Bring what you want and leave the rest.

~ … “ everywhere life is full of heroism.”

~ “ Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.”

~ “ You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.”

~ “ And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.”

~ “ In the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.”

~ “ … it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.”

*** Just noticed 6️⃣ quotes. Again, not on purpose…

There’s beauty in being here friends. I hope you always find it, even on the hard days.

A side note to add here is this. Sometimes with these writings, I do have a topic and photo but not always a title right away. This is one of those posts today. It came to me when copying down those 6 quotes from that book above. Some words get used on here multiple times and no idea on those mentioned today. I decided not to look it all up this week. The beauty of being is a statement we all need to consider even though some may shrug it off. I get it. I know my level of going deeper isn’t always for many but I do hope it inspires you to quite possibly look at a few areas of your own life differently. Warrior spoke often in his later videos about just enjoying being alive with all life has to offer. Yes, some may say he knew his time here was limited but he also was extremely philosophical concerning various topics as fans can attest. Fame also factored in with his life and realizing over the years how important it is to revel in our precious time and make it matter because it honestly does.

As I approach this birthday, I will embrace all of what life sends me to “wrestle” with in these next 12 months. Just doing what I can in the best way as I hope all of you are the same. There is beauty in being because this is our chance to be here fully. Yes, there will be ultimate challenges and things that test us but it’s all in how we get up off that mat on the arena floor and rise with victory. We are all warriors that must always defend ourselves in battle but do so with not just grit, but also compassion. It’s OK to be tough yet gentle as it encompasses both parts of us. The tough part is what I’m working on with others all the time but we need to start with ourselves first.

Who knows if I’ll get any fun “signs” around my birthday this year as frequently I do. If they’re worth sharing with you all, I will. Do I need them? No, not really but like most who get that vibe, it’s awesome to receive. They make me smile as I always think any from my team in spirit for lighting up my day. Most are telepathically but I remain open to any possible Warrior connections that warm my heart. ☺️🫶🏻

Well, readers this match is over today as I will treasure the beauty of me being here for as long as I can be. You do the same as it doesn’t have to be a huge special day to manifest that saying.

*** More WCW pics of Warrior next week! Oh, go find that poem. You might enjoy it…

P. S. I took that selfie before my husband and I celebrated our anniversary dinner. (:

Before covering today’s title, I will begin by remembering the last date within these past two weeks in April. Yesterday, marked 12 years since RAW aired their emotional tribute to The Ultimate Warrior. You will notice a pic below 👇 as I finally got a shot of him greeting fans on RAW but also with “ Hall of Famer” above his name. I had yet in all these years used HOF with him in that way. Glad the thought came to my mind as this month continues. Yes, I know that photo was from his final RAW appearance a week prior but wanted to stick with these memories.

We all know Warrior DID in fact go to Hollywood in 1993 but wasn’t there long. He did refer to it as “ Hollyweird” a few times as a career movies was not in him to keep pursuing. “ Hollywood Hogan” can have that attached to his name but with Warrior, it wasn’t a future he envisioned. Sure, he had the look 💯 totally and did act in the movie “ Firepower” , but the second project with him in the starring role fell through. Warrior wanted to recreate the “ Conan the Barbarian” movies, but did not want to be typecast based on his physicality. I decided to reference this idea a little deeper after listening to a podcast episode of “ The Masters of Wrestling” most recently. Speaking of that, my episode 3️⃣ of “ The Ultimate Truth” podcast is finally out. I will link it at the end. It’s all about how his character influenced women so you guys should give it a listen absolutely!

The Master Emir was discussing how the roles of men in Hollywood have changed much over the years. He cited a few actors, (even some wrestlers) and movies they starred in. Long gone it seems are those Conan type of characters portrayed by men~~~ well being MEN who are brawn and built or even “macho.” I agreed with much of what he said but then disagreed on some. I commented and he actually loved my “women’s perspective” so glad I wrote in! Emir admonished some actors for taking on goofy or perhaps oofish types of roles that seem to demean their quality of being a man. I always like to see both sides of this as with it being Hollywood or Hollyweird. Yes, a few roles I frequently thought were extremely silly based on the guy playing a specific character. I will say this though~~~ people in Hollywood (or weird,) want to challenge themselves and be different than what is expected of them. That sounds like Warrior to me, doesn’t it? These guys have that face or body, which fits a certain “type” but then they want to think outside that for a softer, funnier part just to switch it up sometimes.

Think of “ The Rock” Dwayne Johnson. Most of his roles involve a tough guy image but then as Emir pointed out years ago, he did the “Tooth Fairy” movie which made fans go~~~ huh? Did he pull it off? Well, you can decide that. Perhaps he just wanted a lighter script. He is a father so maybe that changed once he became part of the Disney family. No, all of his roles will not be goofy but we will still know him as that muscled wrestler turned actor.

Another example is Arnold Schwarzenegger. We all know his beginnings with bodybuilding and the Conan movies as I mentioned. How about a few of his different roles for a moment. Anyone remembered “ Junior” where he was a pregnant man? How about “ Kindergarten Cop”? No I just didn’t like it since it came out in 1990! I actually love that movie though as it was truly great to watch him with the little kids. I bet Arnold had fun making both but once again, we were used to seeing him a certain way and then he made us all look twice. Emir mentioned him too in that podcast episode but I do understand why they want to take on unexpected characters that keep fans guessing. It’s similar to a WWE superstar. Does it truly diminish their acting skills? For some I can see how it does but then again, I can see how it does not. What is your opinion on this? I have to find that photo taken of a young Jim Hellwig back in his early days of bodybuilding where he met Arnold. Maybe that’s a good idea to use soon?

I bet you can think of other men in Hollywood that perhaps took on weird roles from time to time. John Cena is another as he also has portrayed an action hero~~~ even with his own series but then again, moves into some ridiculous and often times raunchy guys on screen. John was a huge UW mark too and was acknowledged by W in his HOF speech! Emir was alluding to the fact how the action hero seems to be fading with some men normally primed to take that on and instead succumb to Hollyweird and create a puzzling choice. Again, though~~~ just like with the gimmick matches of the ol’ WWF years, we need the humor to balance out the serious.

As serious as the Ultimate Warrior character seemed to be, there were those times of humor. Very few, but they existed. His funny moments were often like mine of being not fully understood by some but a style all its own. I think many things are humorous when others may not think so. See? We need the balance but are always entitled to our opinions of what we prefer. Emir is included, but I get why he appears so biased. After all, he comes from a wrestling family and has based his business on the physique of men. He does though have Hollywood connections but does that make it weird? It all depends on how one uses it but he is doing the work he loves with passion and purpose. That’s the warrior way.

So, is it Hollywood or Holly weird for all of you warriors out there reading today? Maybe it doesn’t really matter to you as long as you get entertained in a way suited to your preferences. Men can still be macho but also show silliness when needing to. Even “ The Macho Man” had hilarious promos! At least I thought they were. I couldn’t ever see Warrior in a comedic role with a movie but we will never truly know, will we? He definitely had a funny side though, and I’m so glad to at least have known that. Hulk Hogan can be “ Hollywood,” Randy Savage can be “ The Macho Man” but Warrior? He’ll always be ultimate and was never weird to me… 💙

P.S. I still remember telling my family the night of WWE’s tribute to Warrior how we had to start game night early. Mama needed to watch something important to her…

P.P.S. Here’s episode 3 of the U.T. podcast. Check it out from “ The Masters of Wrestling” on their YouTube channel (:

https://youtu.be/BYSMf8nrYLQ?si=gUNg5

Thank you Warrior… 🩷💚🧡💛

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