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these streets will make you feel brand new. xX

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Jul 9, 2010

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some of you may recall my blog from a little over a year ago when i was planning my trip to new york. well i was supposed to be going in october of last year but my funds wouldnt allow me. ;-\ luckily, i finally made it there this year!!! well july 3-7th to be exact. i spent 5 days in new york. mostly in staten island but me and my sister took the staten island ferry into nyc. i have to say even with the heat wave (the temp. hit a record of 103 degrees on wednesday!) we made it through and i had one of the most fun experiences of my life. i saw so much and did so much. i had a hard time choosing just 3 pictures of around the 50 that i took.

heres a rundown of the things i did in nyc:

Day One.

took Staten Island ferry to nyc, got a fantastic view of the statue of liberty. (!! one of my fave things to see)
walked through Chinatown and Little Italy (little italy, first picture above-so cute!) ate a mini trio of desserts at a cafe
walked halfway across the Brooklyn Bridge (third picture is a view from the bridge)
ate at this restaurant called Max Brennars (omg. i loved the place. adorable atmosphere and yummy food.)
shopped in the area of Union Square and then also 5th Ave. (so many shops and stores galore!)
checked into Empire Hotel. (we got a hotel for just one night in the city because we were staying in Staten Island) the hotel was so chic.
went to Richard Rogers Theatre for Broadway Musical-In the Heights (amazing show, singing, dancing, and also very funny!)

Day Two.

hit up Magnolia Bakery (yummy red velvet!! and classic vanilla, had delicious iced coffee)
walked around Rockefellar Center
St. Pats Cathedral (so intricate and beautiful)
NY Library (so beautiful inside, bonus that SATC scene was taped there!)
walked around Bryant Park (one of my fave. spots of the city)
went to Madame Tousads wax museum (so fun and worth the money! me and my sister took so many fun pictures)
walked a little through Central Park (the heat was really getting to me by this point, it was so beautiful there though)
went to Empire State Building (checked out both observation decks. one was indoors at the 96th floor i believe and the other was inside at the 102nd floor. what an amazing view of the city!!)

in between all that we stopped at cafes, restaurants, and stores. i loved this one store that @kaylax3 told me about last year called Gem Story. all jewelry is $2.99! (gasp!) i got a couple pairs of earrings. they may only last a few uses-but totally worth it. from ceiling to floor that place is covered in cute earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings and more!

i am exhausted, but i cant wait to get back there!! 5 days was just barely enough to fit everything in. ;]

thanks for reading. <3

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favorites. <3

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Feb 19, 2010

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Clothing Item: i really just like a detailed t-shirt that can be worn casually or dressed up with jacket and scarf. [like pictured above.]
Shoes: i love flats, even though im short! i loved my black vans and those coach shoes at the top, but have worn them both out. :[
Store: i dont usually shop at just one, but i like pacsun. for t-shirts and hoodies and bags.
Non-Alcoholic Beverage: iced caramel latte from dunkin donuts. or pineapple coconut orange smoothie from surf city squeeze. mmm, or arizona iced tea- fruit punch. ;]
Hobby: definitely kaboodle.
Movie: sex and the city [cant wait for the second!] in her shoes, and love, actually.
Makeup Brand: i have a mixture of all brands! its hard to pinpoint what is my favorite! i do love cover girl lash blast mascara, and mac eyeshadows. i love co bigelow menthe gloss too.
Food: mexican. :] soups, tostadas, tampequina..lol.
iPhone or BlackBerry: i dont have either, so im not sure! but my bf has a blackberry, so i guess blackberry, although iphone has tons of apps..
Vacation Spot: my favorite ive been to is the bahamas. id go back in a second!
Social Networking Tool: i use facebook, but not that much. so maybe kaboodle? ;]
Dream Job: i really dont know! something that makes me good money so i dont have to struggle all the time. :]
Animal: pomeranian. <3 heheh.
Favorite Kaboodle List: [inspire] me is totally my favorite. so much inspiration!
Breakfast: chocolate chip pancakes! [im fat, t1nor!]
Book: i have many..but pretty little dirty stands out. and i love reading magazines. marie claire has great real life articles.
Celebrity: sarah jessica parker, jake gylennhal. stylewise-gwen stefani and vanessa hudgens.
TV Show: ahh, i have so many, lol. project runway, real housewives..to name a couple. ;]
Alcoholic Beverage: tequila/ margaritas.
Date Night: simple. i like date lunches better! but food and a movie is what it is usually. and of course, snuggle time. <3
Jeans: i have yet to find a perfect pair! :[ help!
Video Game: i dont play any!
Guilty Pleasure: hgtv. i love the design shows and house and apt. hunting shows.
Would you rather diet or exercise? i think id feel more accomplished just to exercise but in reality i believe you need both.
Dream Car: a black jaguar. :] i just like the jaguar on the hood..
Snack Food: :-\ my latest fave is muddy chex mix..
Favorite thing to do when pampering: i like getting my hair done, but also love to get a mani/pedi. i love my nails with a fresh coat of glossy polish.
Favorite thing to do with friends: lunch and drinks.
Favorite place to be: in my apt with my boyfriend. where i feel most comfortable and relaxed.
Movie or Song Quote: right now lady gagas "dance in the dark." i have more but none are coming to my head right now!

<3 thanks for reading.

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new year. new me.

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Dec 31, 2009 in Hair & Beauty

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hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. it will be midnight here in 4 hrs and 15 minutes. i always love on new years eve that countdown seconds before the clock turns to midnight. and the new year. it gives me chills. <3 it makes me happy you can hug and kiss the people you're with. and call and text those you're not with but are thinking of. theres so much promise all held in one day. the eve of the 31st. new year, fresh start. people make their resolutions, some stick to them, others dont. this year i dont want to say just one thing i will change in the new year. i want to do more than one thing. and i actually want to stick to them. i dont really think its all about giving something up, but creating a better way of life for yourself. maybe saving more money. eating better and healthier. having more patience..just a few things i plan to do in 2010.

i have this picture above because i was thinking about debuting [hah, like its something so important everyone cant wait to see!] this as my new hairstyle..ive needed a haircut and style badly for the past..uhh six months or so..and i was thinking this is really cute. id wear it as darker brown with thin caramel colored highlights. if i dont follow through with this hairstyle then i will do something where its longer in front and shorter in back. [like sarah from mtvs real world/road rules challenge: the ruins, circa the reunion show]..wish i had a picture of her to show everyone, but i cant find one. :(

well please tell me what you think of the hairstyle..or suggest some others. im planning on getting my hair done this sunday. finally! ;]

im wishing everyone a safe and happy new year. <3!

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nails.

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Oct 2, 2009 in Hair & Beauty

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attn: your help and/or suggestions are needed! i am having the worst time with my nails lately. they are peeling really badly at the top, breaking easily, im getting a lot of hang-nails, and overall they are dry! and with the weather changin, ohh..its only gonna be getting worse.

the first product at the top is a sally hansen nail fortifier (protein) that i had bought a while ago, it seemed to work pretty good but they say to use a couple coats every couple days and that just made the polish all bubbly after a while.

so recently i bought the third product at the top, sally hansens nail strengthener. and i am so unhappy with the product, i just want to return it and get my $4.00 back. seriously. it hasnt helped with anything. in fact, the polish starts chipping off within a day.

so...i was thinking i should have bought the opi nail envy in the first place. i wanted to save myself some money, but in the end, it hasnt really mattered because im not getting the results i want with the two products i did buy.

i did add a few products to my beauty list: three by opi, nail defense by orly, and millonails strengthener by essie.

what would you suggest? have you used a really good nail treatment on your nails?

im in dire need to fix this nail situation! i love keeping up with my nails. and i love when they look nice, it makes me feel more feminine. =]

<33! thanks in advance

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so i needed a change, like yesterday..

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Sep 7, 2009

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hi. :]

i would just like to share my dilemma with you all.

lately ive been stressing myself out because even with working, im really low on money. and by the low on money i mean, i have none. this means, what id really like and need for myself, has to be put on hold....for i dont know how long.

unfortunately all at once, i feel like i need a total makeover! at this time, all im thinking is that i need a haircut & style! [my hair is lifeless], and new color [hmmphh..i need a change!] new makeup is a must. and new fall clothes..[theres soooo many cute pieces out there!]...

you know that feeling when you start something new and everything feels so fresh.. i want to feel that right about now..

so i ask: how do you ladies deal?

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gifts for the bride to be [mature topic]

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Aug 24, 2009

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hello ladies. i was just wondering if any of you could be of any help. im looking for a gift to bring to a bachelorette party this weekend. the bride to be is a chilhood best friend of mine. and im stuck! its even harder to decide since i dont have much money. i know usually people give things that specifically make the bride feel sexy [lingerie//sleepwear] or maybe fun little toys for her and her husband. unfortunately, the few cute things ive seen on victoriassecret.com have been rather expensive. :[ i was thinking of getting a cute pj set from target. maybe a pink or coral color. or maybe ivory and light blue. just a small tank top and shorts. any other ideas? (remember im on a tight budget! around $40 or less.) thank you!

<33.

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