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Krazy Everlastin' Real Supah Diva Single Mama: I'm done trying to look ahead.PERIOD.: "I met a guy today who supposedly reads tarot cards and palms. He read mine. He said:I would have 3 kids, It will take 5 men to get to 'the o..."

love & commitment

This past weekend I witnessed one of my best friends marry the love of her life and I couldn't be more happier for her. It was one of the most beautiful weddings I've attended and I'm not just saying that because she's my friend. It was the biggest day of her life and I was so honored to be a part of it.


Let me just say that weddings make me cry and I'm sure the same goes for almost everyone. Yes, I shed some tears here and there, but the most beautiful thing about that day was how inspiring the two of them were. They've been together for more than 6 years and have been through their ups and downs. To see them profess their love for each other in front of everyone and to make a lifelong commitment was simply amazing.


The idea of marriage scared me before. I used to think it was all about being in love and having a perfect relationship. After going through a rough patch with my boyfriend last year, I quickly learned that there's more to it than just the lovey-dovey stuff. In my opinion, nothing is perfect when it comes to relationships and marriages. What makes it beautiful is going through the good and the bad and still being able to look at each other at the end of the day and say "I love you!" 


"Love one another and be happy. It's as simple and difficult as that."

Congrats to the happy couple again! 

friday feelings

I woke up this morning feeling...

frustrated.

stressed.

sad.

I have a hard time sleeping these days and I wake up most of the time with my back hurting. 

Maybe I have too much on my mind.

Maybe it's the fact that sleeping with my son in the middle is getting too much.

I feel cramped on the bed and sometimes feel like I can't breathe.

I tried sleeping on the floor to have my own room to move around, but that was even more uncomfortable. 
My son needs his own bed.


I need a pick-me-up...
I need a massage.


I miss my dad.
I wish I could call him up like I do with my mom and just talk.
I wish I could hug him and not let go. 
He always made things easier.
He always made everyone laugh.
He always made me smile.
I wish he was still here.

bucket list

1. swim with dolphins
2. learn how to snowboard or ski
3. movie in the park
4. participate in the breast cancer walk
5. spend a whole day reading books
6. go shopping in new york 

7. go horseback riding
8. go back to school and get my degree!
9. wine tasting in napa...or a wine train
10. go parasailing and snorkeling in hawaii

11. spend new year's in vegas

12. attend fashion week in NYC
13. go to the philippines and indonesia 
14. try river rafting
15. learn how to be a good cook
16. take a kickboxing class
17. eat dessert at serendipity in new york

18. go to disneyland and ride every single ride
19. run a marathon {in the process}
20. try indoor rock climbing
21. watch a meteor shower
22. watch the lion king broadway show

23. sit courtside at a basketball game
24. rent out a really nice restaurant and have a private party for my birthday
25. meet the president
26. vacation in tahiti
27. vacation in italy

28. disneyworld!
29. volunteer work
30. fly in a helicopter

san diego

My family and I spent the weekend in San Diego and just got back late last night. We attended my cousin's wedding (I love wedding season!). It was so nice to be down there...the weather was beautiful as always, we ate some good food, went to the beach and had a lot of fun with my cousins. It is nice to be back home, though...back to reality! :)

 brunch at The Mission 

 dylan was so happy - Mission Beach

 brunch at Parkhouse Eatery

Speaking of weddings...I was on a hunt for a pair of glitter gold pumps not only for myself but also for my friend's wedding this weekend. I found some at a few places, but they were just too expensive for my "mommy budget". After searching and searching, I finally found a pair at an awesome price from gojane.com

glitter peep toe pumps

Super cheap! I even found a 20% off coupon so it was even cheaper than I expected! Now who doesn't love a good deal?

maid of honor duties

Yesterday, I attended to my maid of honor duties. My friend flew up from San Diego (her wedding is next weekend!) for her last dress fitting. With my son in tow, we went to Wee Scotty in Pacific Heights of San Francisco. It's a cute little place that specializes in bridal alterations. They did such a fabulous job at her dress and the lady who works there is incredibly nice! 

our little helper

After picking up her dress we stopped by her aunt's bakery, Patisserie Philippe, also in San Francisco. Her aunt will be catering the event so they had to go over the arrangements for next weekend. While they talked it over, we indulged in some of her macarons, which were to-die-for (my fave was hazelnut). 

Our last stop for the day was BevMo! We went to check out wines and spirits to buy for the bar at her reception. It took longer than expected, but Dylan had his fun playing hide-n-seek...

AHH I have a speech to finish writing! A maid of honor's duties are never done...SO excited for next week!

favorite celebrity mommies

It's one thing to admire a celebrity, but it's another thing to admire their role as mothers. I am a sucker for celebrities and the world of entertainment and I have a handful of actresses, singers, models, and fashion designers that I've come to love and respect for their work. Since becoming a mommy myself, these are the celebrities who have topped my list as my favorite celebrity mommies:

Angelina Jolie

Gwen Stefani

Reese Witherspoon

Sarah Jessica Parker

Kourtney Kardashian