I must admit this much, I'm in love with Once Upon a Time. When I first saw the commercials for it, I was just not interested. But I did catch the first episode. And I've been hooked ever since! The holiday break, drove me nuts! I just wanted to see a new episode.
Am I nuts? I hope not. Because this is the first show, in a very long time, that just makes me happy. It reminds me a lot of Grimm's Fairy Tales. A book that I adored as a little girl. Yes, I've always been a big believer in "Happily Ever After." My husband makes me believe it too. He's just amazing! My real life Prince Charming!
Monday, January 16, 2012
Saturday, January 14, 2012
End of an Era
Years ago, I started watching Extreme Makeover. I loved it! Loved seeing how people got a well deserved "pick-me-up." You know what I mean? It seemed to give them added energy. Light up their soul. And it really sucked me in. So when Extreme Makeover: Home Edition began, I was sucked in!
Week after week, I watched. Lives were changed. I even nominated 2 people, that I know. So they were never picked, for the show. But the show was so uplifting. Made me smile. And of course, made me cry. The homes were beautifully constructed. The stories were heart warming. It just made my soul smile.
Sadly, the show was cancelled. Last night, the last episode aired. And I was sad. It really made me sad. I'm going to miss this show. Miss Ty's "bigger than life" personality. What a great show. Lately shows are all about partying, self destruction, and chaos. But EM:HE was a feel good show. It changed so many lives. And I will miss it!
Week after week, I watched. Lives were changed. I even nominated 2 people, that I know. So they were never picked, for the show. But the show was so uplifting. Made me smile. And of course, made me cry. The homes were beautifully constructed. The stories were heart warming. It just made my soul smile.
Sadly, the show was cancelled. Last night, the last episode aired. And I was sad. It really made me sad. I'm going to miss this show. Miss Ty's "bigger than life" personality. What a great show. Lately shows are all about partying, self destruction, and chaos. But EM:HE was a feel good show. It changed so many lives. And I will miss it!
Sunday, January 8, 2012
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?
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?
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Hot Chocolate...Yum!
It's been ridiculously cold lately. Around here, that's not common. Actually, it's very unusual. That's lead to me and Gabi spending lots of time, snuggled in our bed. Trying to stay warm. Yes, there are lots of warm blankets involved. But all I can think about, is a cup of hot chocolate. With lots of chocolate sprinkles!
I was telling Gabe about it. Last night, after Gabi's night feeding, Gabe went to put her down. Yes, she's sleeping in her crib. And no, we aren't bad parents. :) He seemed to be gone for a long time. But when Gabe walked into our bedroom, I was all smiles! He had the perfect cup of hot chocolate. With whipped cream. And lots of chocolate sprinkles! Yes, I married "Prince Charmin'" himself!
I was telling Gabe about it. Last night, after Gabi's night feeding, Gabe went to put her down. Yes, she's sleeping in her crib. And no, we aren't bad parents. :) He seemed to be gone for a long time. But when Gabe walked into our bedroom, I was all smiles! He had the perfect cup of hot chocolate. With whipped cream. And lots of chocolate sprinkles! Yes, I married "Prince Charmin'" himself!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
My Take...on One of My Favorites
When I was little, my abuelita would always make pumpkin bread. For Thanksgiving. It's so yummy! Weeks before Gabi was born, it's all I could think of. But I didn't want to bother my abuelita. So I set out, to search the internet. And I found this recipe.
Let me tell you, it was delicious! Not as good as my abuelita's bread, but pretty darn close. Yum! Did I mention that it makes 2 loaves? I'm almost 100% positive that I ate 1 and 3/4 loaves. Shhhh! We won't tell anyone. It was that good. So here's the recipe!
Spiced Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients:
3 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 16-ounce can solid pack pumpkin
3 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
How to:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour two 9x5x3-inch loaf pans. Beat sugar and oil in large bowl to blend. Mix in eggs and pumpkin. Sift flour, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, salt and baking powder into another large bowl. Stir into pumpkin mixture in 2 additions. Mix in walnuts, if desired.
Divide batter equally between prepared pans. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Transfer to racks and cool 10 minutes. Using sharp knife, cut around edge of loaves. Turn loaves out onto racks and cool completely.
While my abuelita was out here visiting,she did a little baking. And I got 4 loaves of her bread. Just for me! I was over the moon with excitement! Then I told her about this recipe. She tried it out. And really liked it. But this time, she wrote down her recipe. Yay! Now we'll have plenty of pumpkin bread. My favorite fall treat!
Let me tell you, it was delicious! Not as good as my abuelita's bread, but pretty darn close. Yum! Did I mention that it makes 2 loaves? I'm almost 100% positive that I ate 1 and 3/4 loaves. Shhhh! We won't tell anyone. It was that good. So here's the recipe!
Spiced Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients:
3 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 16-ounce can solid pack pumpkin
3 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
How to:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour two 9x5x3-inch loaf pans. Beat sugar and oil in large bowl to blend. Mix in eggs and pumpkin. Sift flour, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, salt and baking powder into another large bowl. Stir into pumpkin mixture in 2 additions. Mix in walnuts, if desired.
Divide batter equally between prepared pans. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Transfer to racks and cool 10 minutes. Using sharp knife, cut around edge of loaves. Turn loaves out onto racks and cool completely.
While my abuelita was out here visiting,she did a little baking. And I got 4 loaves of her bread. Just for me! I was over the moon with excitement! Then I told her about this recipe. She tried it out. And really liked it. But this time, she wrote down her recipe. Yay! Now we'll have plenty of pumpkin bread. My favorite fall treat!
Saturday, November 5, 2011
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!
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!
Monday, October 24, 2011
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...
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...
Thursday, October 20, 2011
I Think I'm 15 Again
I swear to you, that I'm 15 years old again. Playing with makeup, writing Love Notes to Gabe, shopping like there's no tomorrow, and watching shows for teens. Yes, watching shows for teens. Like Pretty Little Liars. Oh, this show, just hits all the right spots!
I heard about it from Cari and this mujer. That was late last Spring. When it came out on DVD, I bought the 1st season. And when I wasn't dying from morning sickness, I was watching this! When I was done, I bought the books. Started watching season 2. You can say it...I'm hooked!
Last night, was the last episode...until January! What am I supposed to do until then? Besides the obvious...have our little princesa! Why do networks do this? Get you hooked, then make you wait months, for the next episode. So frustrating!
If you haven't yet watched it, you should. It's online. At least season 2. Like I said, season 1 is on DVD. The books are good. Not as good as the show, but a nice way to pass time. Now for me to start counting the days...until January 2nd...
I heard about it from Cari and this mujer. That was late last Spring. When it came out on DVD, I bought the 1st season. And when I wasn't dying from morning sickness, I was watching this! When I was done, I bought the books. Started watching season 2. You can say it...I'm hooked!
Last night, was the last episode...until January! What am I supposed to do until then? Besides the obvious...have our little princesa! Why do networks do this? Get you hooked, then make you wait months, for the next episode. So frustrating!
If you haven't yet watched it, you should. It's online. At least season 2. Like I said, season 1 is on DVD. The books are good. Not as good as the show, but a nice way to pass time. Now for me to start counting the days...until January 2nd...
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
The Help
My good friend, has been talking about The Help for a while now. Since I'm on partial bedrest, I asked Gabe to pick me up a few books. He came home with 10! That I've been reading. Then I remembered this one. Immediately, I put down my other book. Which, by the way, I can't find anywhere! I started reading. And I had The Help, read in about 3 days!
It's that good! Now I want to see the movie. When does it come out? I've been out of the loop, of all these things, for a while now. But I just have to see this movie. It has to be amazing! I just know it does. The book was incredible. Definitely something you should try!
It's that good! Now I want to see the movie. When does it come out? I've been out of the loop, of all these things, for a while now. But I just have to see this movie. It has to be amazing! I just know it does. The book was incredible. Definitely something you should try!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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!
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!
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