Lovin' La Vida.

 When I was in Mexico there were various people from several South American countries. One common factor that I noticed about these people is their love of life. They exude confidence that I admire. It makes them beautiful even if they are not esthetically perfect. But they walk the walk and talk the talk. They have me sold.  These people are also so fun loving.    I am choosing to love my vida. Today I will walk with a certain swagger. I will wear the bikini even if I have some extra Badonkadonk, and last but not least I will have a party.  Just for a moment. I used up my time blogging so I just have one minute.   SIRIUS BPM radio,house music blasting. Me ....dancing.   And then I will resume the regular hustle and bustle of life.  But I will be laughing on the inside.   Have a great day!

My Thoughts On Lent

Tomorrow is the first say of Lent. I just got out of church and I am feeling truly inpired.Growing up I went to an old school Greek Orthodox church. We just did what we were told. Just don't eat meat during lent for fear of God and fear of my mom. But what does it all mean? Why do we go through all of this sacrifice stuff? Well, J.C was in the wilderness isolated for 40 days. During those 40 days he was tempted by the devil. The Devil offered him many appealing things but Jesus kept turning him down. We are trying to mimic turning away these temptations.Cleansing ourselves of all things evil. Bad food,diharrea of the mouth and bad TV. I am guilty of diharrea of the mouth. Not so much swearing. More of judgement or negative comentary. It ends today. After church, my sister and I decided to give up verbal uncleanliness for the duration of lent. This is a hard one! We joked that we may not have much to talk about on the phone anymore! So beware I cannot comment on the gossip or negative chatter. I will just simply smile and say nothing. 40 days of positive talk and positive messages on Facebook. If you catch me doing it call me on it! What are you willing to change??? Kali Sarakosti....or Happy Lent. May God Bless us all! :)

Gas Price Conspiracy?

Gas prices are climbing again. WTF?? We all knew that it would happen and it did. Climbing towards 4 bucks a gallon and they are predicting that it will not stop there. I can't help but think that the whole gas thing is a conspiracy. We act like we are in turmoil with all of these oil producing countries but are we really? Or are government officials and American oil executives laughing all the way to the bank. In an age that we have invented so many different things you mean to tell me that we can not invent and bring to the mainstream a new fuel source? I think it is complete B.S.   The rich are getting richer and the poor man is struggling to fill his gas tank. But if we introduce a new fuel for cars to run on Will these big wigs still make money? Go ahead make your money. It's ok we'll pay for fuel and be glad to do it. We need it to survive in this crazy world. But can we be fair here? I may just start experimenting with Mazola or olive oil as a fuel source.  When I succeed I will email all the leaders of the Oil producing countries the middle finger alongside with their evil American counterparts.      Peace out!!

Natalia Kills - Mirrors

Men: What not to give on Valentine's day

It's that time of year. The time of love and romance. The time to keep each other warm during those cold winter months. Sometimes VD (Valentine's day) can be like a disease. As a former floral designer I have seen it all. People who go all out for Valentine's day and the skimpers. This is not as much about money as it is about imagination and creativity. Expectations of love and romance let down. I am starting a list of what women like and don't like for Valentine's day. Maybe some of our clueless male counterparts will take note. (Honey I am not talking about you. honestly babe)  lol

The list of DON'TS:

1. The single red rose. (seriously could you be any less original)  If you are going to to the single flower thing. Change it up a bit.

2. The Russel Stovers. All I can say is YUCK!

3. The dozen roses. Again unoriginal. Try a mixed arrangement with Valentine inspired colors.

4. Pass on the Korbel lol

The list of Do's:

1. Light some candles. Play some romantic music, cook some dinner

2. Bring home some flowers. See above for what not to bring

3. Make your own card, poem anything from the heart is better than store bought

4. Massages are free!!

What are your do's and don'ts???

The most meaningful gift one could ever give.

A few years ago I was really moved by the story of a little boy who needed a bone marrow transplant. I was a new mom and this baby boy was just a month older than my new little bundle of joy.  During that time I joined the National Marrow Donor Program. They sent me a swab I mail it back to the marrow bank and they store my info and wait for a match.  Yes I am scared will they ever call me? Once a year they send me a letter to update my info. each time I see the letter and open it with excitement and anticipation that I am a match. What will it be like for me to go through the marrow donation. Then I think some more. Can you imagine what it must be like to watch somebody you love being diagnosed with cancer. It is long,drawn out, painful and just plain evil. Something that nobody should ever go through. Especially a child. So I wait and wonder and remain to be a bit nervous. But I also pray that one day I will be that match for somebody and that my life can help save theirs. You can also donate your child's cord blood if you give birth and are not banking it for your family.  If you have ever considered donating marrow go ahead!  Do it!! Maybe if  we all contribute a little something we can crush this evil disease.  Check out  bethematch.org for more info on being a donor.

A Hankering For a Glass of H20??

We all have new years resolutions. In my eyes resolutions were meant to be broken. We all want to change something. I have something that I would like to change. My water consumption. I am a freak when it comes to water. I thirst. and then I thirst some more. What the hell is wrong with me.If I am thirsty than why don't I drink? I take this 10 minutes to help search for the answer. We as a societal whole do not drink enough water. Just plain H20. It is advised that we drink half our body weight fl oz in water. So if you weigh 100 lbs you should consume 50 oz of water.  I am going to tell you a little bit about dehydration.Partly to convince you,partly to reinforce it in myself.  Dehydration causes many ailments. Headaches,lethargy, constipation, bad breath,stomach and joint pain just to name a few. I so often hear people complain about these ailments. " I get migraines" Well, how much f'ing water do you drink? Answer  " none" or even better "I drink Coke or diet soda" Think about it. Our bodies were designed to run on water. if we don't drink enough it starts to break down. Its like an engine without oil. Would you replace your oil with diet coke? Then why do we do that to our bodies? Ok enough lecturing here I am guilty also.That is why I urge you and myself to drink more WATER! I start at this moment. I will fill my 8 oz glass and thank myself for doing it. Do it with me for a week. Even if you don't believe.  See and note if any changes occur and let me know. I want to hear! Cheers

PS if you believe this is true and want to learn more about what water can do check out:

The water Cure by F. Batmanghelidj, M.D..    amazing info!