My Ode To Tina

God Bless Tina Turner.

Man, I so love this woman...and I totally forgot about it. She is one of my true heroes...and I was reminded of it last night. I saw her story on the Biography channel.

So, let's recap.

Daughter of two parents who totally abandoned her. Abusive marriage...which she left with only like $.36 and a gas credit card. Biggest comeback in Rock and Roll history. Frickin rocks it at 68. Yes 68.

And the legs. Holy shit. I only dream of looking that good...and I'm more than 30 years younger than her.

I had the opportunity to see Tina in concert during her last major tour in 1999. She played for two hours and danced to literally 98% of the songs. She totally rocked it. I actually cried because it was so awesome (yes, a bit geeky...I also cry every time I hear that song "The Devil Went Down To Georgia"...but that's another story.)

I have been going through a lot of personal stuff lately (but who hasn't really?) Seeing her story again has just totally sent me into the stratosphere of confidence. The woman has been to hell and back and look at her now. I haven't been through half the crap she has and I have let it get to me for way too long. I will no longer hide myself behind ponytails, sweatshirts and fat. I have a Tina in me. She's been out in full force today and I can FEEL the difference. I can SEE the difference. And it's only 9:30 am. On a Friday. Wait till tonight folks...the boys had better watch out today! I have my Tina on!