So Sweet!

Every once in a while, I get online, and just search. I usually have some sort of idea of what I'm looking for, but I usually get lost on the internet for a while. That's what happened last night. I was searching for something interesting. Cute. To sum it up, I was looking for something cute, for Gabi.

What exactly I was looking for, I don't know. I can't even remember what words I typed into Google. Just that I came across this, on flickr. And I'm instantly in love!

I wonder if this set is for sale? It just makes me think of Gabi! And Valentine's Day. Wouldn't this be cute? The colors, sort of remind me of chocolate covered strawberries. Just a little tone down. If Valentine's Day wasn't 2 weeks away, and if I knew 100% that this was for sale, I'd definitely buy it! The perfect Valentine's Day gift, for our sweet Munequita. Maybe I should ask our Commadre, about making something similar. :)

Finally!

After what seemed like forever, I finally got to see The Help. And it didn't disappoint! Have you seen it yet? I may have missed it in the theater, but I got to see it!

We went to Target the other day. We needed to pick up a birthday present. And some essentials. Before I knew it, Gabe and I were stocking up on some movies. The $5 specials. And I spotted The Help. It wasn't on sale. But I couldn't pass it up. I'm so glad that I bought it. I'm going to make a confession here, I've watched it 5 times, in 3 days! It's that good!

Just What We Needed

Days ago, Gabe and I stumbled on Tuesdays with Morrie. On TV. I'd read the book, years ago. But I'd never seen the movie. Let me tell you, it was really good! Very emotional. Touched my heart. In fact, it got me interested in the book again.

On a recent trip to Wal-Mart, we watched as a worker, literally threw crates of movies, into a huge bin. Tons of the them. Then slapped on a $5 tag. If you haven't guessed it by now, Gabe and I are big movie fans. And bargain shoppers! This little run in, made me want to just die, and go to heaven!

We picked through the movies. Finding some good stuff. A couple for Marianna and her sisters. 2 for David Jr. A couple for our Commadre. Who also shares our movie passion. And then, we found this one...

Our Commadre happens to be a big reader. And she just happens to read Mitch Albom's books. Which she got me hooked on too! While we were living in Florida, she sent me a copy of The Five People You Meet in Heaven. Gabe was working. I made my lunch, grabbed my book, and headed outside. I sat by the pool, and read the entire book! It was really good!

This movie was a must! Gabe and I finally watched it Thursday night. So good! Now Gabe wants to read the book. Which, I have to say, is a miracle. He's not a big reader. But this movie really intrigued him. I just can't wait to give our Commadre this movie. I know she's going to enjoy it!

Between, I just realized that I need to read For One More Day, and Have a Little Faith.  I need to plan a trip to the bookstore. :) And watch 2 more movies! When will Oprah air this again? How about this Lifetime movie?

Some Much Needed Sparkle

I'm officially past due. 8 days! And I'm quite miserable. I barely fit into my maternity clothes. I haven't seen my feet in months. Months people! We've been trying everything, to get our Munequita to come. Nothing is working. Let's just say, I needed a little "pick me up."

La Chiquitita is always wearing the best accessories. Something fun. Interesting. Things that I don't usually see. I asked her the other day, where she shops. And she told me about Charming Charlie. It's Accessory Heaven! Now I know, why all the girlies like to go shopping with their Tia Bonita! Best shopping ever!

Yesterday, I met my friend, during her lunch break, at Heaven on Earth. Any mujeres' shopping Heaven! No lie! Charming Charlie, we are going to be besties. No lie! I'm so glad we met today. :)

I'm positive that I mentioned, this, I don't fit into any of my clothes. Not really. And our baby girl, doesn't seem like she is ready to come. At most, I should only be pregnant 1 more week. They'll induce next Friday, if I don't go into labor. This means, I need a few outfits. If our Munequita doesn't come in the next few days, Gabe is going to teach, at the Conference this week. I'll need to at least meet our friends for dinner. I desperately needed something, to make me feel better.

That's when Charming Charlie surprised me! I went in. Wobbling. Exhausted. And was surprised! While my friend has control, she only left with 3 pairs of earrings, I had absolutely none! I left with almost $200 worth of stuff. Overdue or not, earrings, bracelets, and purses always fit! Oh, and I get to wear all of this, long after our precious little girl is born.

Yes, this Momma-to-Be, needed a "pick-me-up." La Chiquitita knows exactly how to make you feel better. I'm so grateful for my dear friend. Lunch, laughter, and shopping. That's what our afternoon was made of. It was exactly what I needed. Hopefully our Munequita was bitten by the "Shopping Bug," and is motivated to meet her Mommy and Daddy!

Thinking of Christmas

Gabe and  I started talking the other night. We figured that we better get moving. On our Christmas shopping. Because, I don't see the 2 of us, doing much shopping, after our Munequita comes. We made a list. And tried to decide on some gifts. I ordered some stuff online, last night. And I set out shopping today.

For the kids, I just knew, that I needed to go shopping. To an actual store. I ventured out. Wobbled actually. Half hoping, that I'd prompt our little girl to come. That didn't work, but I got some shopping done. Look at what I found for Marianna!

You see, our Goddaughter just loves animals. Jungle animals. It's something that Mariella and her enjoy. Together. Their room, is slowly turning into one cute, jungle inspired room. When I saw this, I knew it was a winner!

When Gabe got home tonight, he immediately wanted to play with it too! And he was quick to tell me, we still have 2 months to wait! Can we do it? Or will we give in. Just so we can play with Marianna and her little ark...

If Only...

I can't possibly be, the only one, that thinks this way. That $75 is a little steep, for a piece of jewelry, that isn't gold, silver, etc. A handmade piece...yes. But a little steep in price. Something that I really like. I really want. That's this bracelet...

Something deep inside, wants me to contact this Etsy seller. To see if she can make me one. I don't exactly know what it is, but I really do love this bracelet. It's simple. But elegant. I can imagine it, being one of those pieces of jewelry, that I wear every day. I just need to get past that price tag!

Zoe. Peas. Zoe.

One of the reasons, that Gabe and I, were so excited about moving home, was to spend more time with Marianna. We try to spend as much time with our Goddaughter as possible. Being that we pretty much missed, her first 11 months.

It's been great to spend time with Marianna. I'm sure that Sals is often relieved when we show up. Taking one of her ninitos off her hands, even for a few hours, must make things a little easier for her. I still don't know how she does it with 5!

To be honest though, having Marianna, is helping Gabe and I. Not only do we enjoy spending time with her. Teaching her new things. Enjoying her company. We are getting some much needed practice! Yes we are!

Recently, I realized, that she is slightly obsessed with Sesame Street. And I know what you're thinking. What kid isn't? I'm pretty sure, that Maribel has a little something to do with that. She is in love with Abby Cadabby! And guess who Marianna's favorite character is? Zoe!!!

Not the cutest little thing. But she is a hoot to watch! Zoe is all about dancing. I've never seen her without that tutu on. Whenever Marianna comes over, we have to watch Sesame Street, in the morning. Both in English and Spanish. You just have to watch Zoe in her "Zoemobile." With Rocco, her pet rock!

We may have bought Marianna Zoe's Dance Moves. For her birthday. 2 copies. One for her house, one for ours. And generally, it's what we watch, when she wakes up from her nap. Yes, Marianna is all about Zoe! And it's so fun to watch her! I can imagine, when she is big enough, that she is going to want to be a "Lerina," just like Maribel!

One of our favorite places to visit is this website. Marianna will go to our computer, and point. Telling me, "Zoe. Peas. Zoe." She just lights up, when we go to this website! Especially, this page. Let's just say, Gabe and I are stocking up, on things from this page. Oh ya!

Maybe Gabe and I are becoming fans too! That wouldn't be such a bad thing. I think our little one, will probably have their favorite character too! I wonder which one. Until then, maybe we can convince Sals and David to have a Sesame Street themed 2nd birthday party for the twins. Wouldn't that be fun?

Shopping for Ninitos

It's almost Marianna's 1st birthday! Our goddaughter. Let's just say, we're so excited! Yesterday, Gabe and I went shopping. And let's just say, we had way too much fun, for adults, shopping for kids' toys.

I've recently noticed Marianna, playing a lot with Baby Jels' mailbox. Hmm, where did this mujer buy it? I don't know. I should have asked her. Instead, Gabe and I went on a hunt. And well...we found it...

I'm going to say it, I think we totally overpaid...$35! But that's because we couldn't find it anywhere. And ended up at a toy store. In hindsight, I should have looked online first. But we found it. And had a fun time, playing with all the toys!

Don't tell anyone, Gabe and I are just overgrown kids. Ya, I know. We're in our 30s, but honestly, we sometimes act, like we're 5 again. :) I'm pretty sure, Marianna is going to love her little mailbox. Oh, and we were also on the hunt for something cute. You know, for David Jr. What do you think...

With 4 older sisters, well, we figured that David Jr. could use something "manly." A tool set just screamed "Boy" to me. This is way too cute! We couldn't pass it up. So much so, Gabe bought 2! We're planning ahead here. What do you think? I can't wait to start shopping for our own little one!