Logic verse Emotions

This is really hard to do. Good communication in a relationship helps with this. 

Being self aware and open and real helps too. 

We initially react by how we feel not think. I am guilty of it too. We all do it. 

It’s ok to feel but being in a place where you can be vulnerable and feel emotionally safe makes it easier to communicate without being so emotional. When you are being “heard” there’s a validation we are being granted. 

Are You Feeling My Vibe? Focus On You

Melting Pot Darien…Last Time Before They Close

I found out the one in Darien was closing for good so we had to bring the kids to enjoy chocolate fondue. They loved it. I haven’t taken them in years. My daughter turns 10 soon so we did an early birthday celebration. 

They had her name on the screen and gave her a card and even a slice of cake and sang to her when we sat down. We ordered the original- which is chocolate and peanut and then a dark chocolate one. 

It’s so fun here. So glad we got to bring the kids before they closed for good on Tuesday at this location. 

Take The Pictures

❤️ Even if in the moment it felt perfect while everything else was chaos- embrace it. 

Simple Solutions To Feel Better

Life Will Slow Down

It truly was a couple of crazy weeks. I am finally feeling ok. With my dad in the hospital and the rollercoaster ride of his health, to my kids getting over a stomach bug just to catch another cold. Their cough lasts forever. 

Work has been crazy. Early morning meetings. Giving presentations. I have been exhausted. 

Last weekend my boyfriend got called into work so I ordered Chinese and binge watched my shows at his house. 

Honestly I needed it. I needed to just be. Not to have my brain work. 

We got fortune cookies and one was chocolate. I opened it and it was the most appropriate fortune I could have received. 

“Although it feels like a roller coaster now, life will calm down”

It did. Thank god but made us appreciate life. Everyday. Just do that because you never know. Ever! 

My dad is home now and well. The kids are feeling great too and I finally caught up on rest in time to tackle another week. 

Life does calm down and things do get better. Remember that. 

Are You Feeling My Vibe?

Our Very Own King Cake

This year we made our own. I ordered the kit on Amazon and we made it for Mardi Gra. 

Then I stuck the baby on a plate and put a slice of cake over it. Everyone picked a plate. 

I asked them all to lift their slice and we got a good laugh. My youngest got the baby. 

It is suppose to represent her getting good luck for the year. 

The inside of the cake was a praline mixture. We served the cake warm and it was delicious! 

We will definitely be making it again next year. 

Trust Your Journey

Happy Valentine’s Day

From my crew to yours ❤️ Grateful for them and my forever Valentine! 

Monday Wisdom: Enjoy Your Life

Hot Haven Chicken in Norwalk CT

This just opened in Norwalk and the kids have been asking to try it so we went the other day 

It was delicious. Filling. A bit pricey for a combo but huge portions. 

I loved the slaw and the sweet sauce- tasted like syrup. You go in and say what level of spice you want. I went for country- no spice but the slaw is a little zesty. 

There isn’t a drive thru. Just walk in or pre order. 

Glad we got to try it. 

https://www.havenhotchicken.com/

Hearts & Football

Every year we celebrate Valentines with everyone during Super Bowl. 

Hearts and footballs. 

It’s a lot of fun and a great way to spread some love. 

The girls really have a lot of fun together. We made cookies and heart pancakes for breakfast and heart pizza for lunch. 

Love all around!

It makes me happy the traditions we have created together with our crew and the girls who call eachother sisters ❤️

Embrace YOU

Rebel Daughter Cookies in Norwalk

We finally got to try this place. Was delicious. It’s on Isaac street in Norwalk. The wonder is super sweet. We went in and there was about 9 flavors to pick from. 

You can also preorder online. 

Our favorite was Uber Good- it was a special and it was a German chocolate cake cookie. So fun! 

https://rebeldaughtercookies.com/

Rosa Mexicano in West Haven

We loved it here. I went with girlfriends for apps and drinks and then again for dinner with my boyfriend and his brother and girlfriend and it’s a lot of fun. 

At the bar you can get mini margaritas. I do not drink a lot so these were perfect. I tried a frozen mango and a frozen guava. The mango was my favorite. 

The table side guacamole was delicious and so fresh. 

The ambiance is really nice. I loved it at night because it was lite up with fluorescent lights. We didn’t wait long but you can make reservations online. The staff was really friendly. 

They have locations everywhere. We went to the one in West Hartford.  https://www.rosamexicano.com/location/west-hartford/

Have You Been To The Place 2 Be…You Gotta Go!

Have you ever been to The Place 2 Be? I have been a couple times now and every time I leave I can’t wait to go back!! 

It’s dope!

I had to have the girls check it out after we did the Smash Ave in West Hartford. It’s always so much fun. Lots of laughs. The menu is insane. Really delicious too. 

They just opened up a spot in New Haven. Will have to check out that location. 

The drinks are so fun and we are still finding mini ducks in our purses. 

They don’t take reservations but there is a waitlist so be sure to jump in it an hour before you want to go and check out the wait time. So worth it and fun! Be sure to jump in the tub to take a picture. 

https://theplace2be.com/new-haven

Are You Feeling My Vibe? Smile

Everyone always looks better wearing a smile!

Black-Eyed Sally’s in Hartford Live Music

This is such a great spot. Food smelled amazing. I love the art and decor. We came by after dinner to listen to the soul funk band play. Was a lot of fun!

Can’t wait to go back and eat here. It’s right near the capital- which is beautiful at night. 

https://www.blackeyedsallys.com/

Escape Room in Stamford at the Panic Room

We did this for my Daughter’s Birthday and it was a lot of fun. 

We had four of us. We had one hour to get through clues. A lot were numbers. We made it past 8 clues but didn’t finish. I actually discovered the first two…was pretty proud of myself. 

I definitely would go back with a bigger group and ask for clues. That’s the key. If you’re stuck just ask for a clue. It helps the process go by fast. 

There are different themes to pick from. 

Learn more here 

Getting Older

It teaches you patience. To not put so much energy into things that you used to stress about. 

Are You Doing The In & Out Dance

I was never really the anxious dating type. I was in a 20 year relationship and never was anxious. I was secure I may have not trusted his decisions but didn’t feel it made me insecure. I then became anxious after a post divorce relationship which went bad and kindof stuck with me. That mistrust feeling or unsure.  I hated it and I saw so many people doing that. Mostly avoidant men and anxious women or vice versa. I had a friend who I admired because he was so confident and secure in all his relationships. It made me want to be that way again. It could only happen if I was in a relationship with a secure type of person. I am now and it feels so different then the others. So much better. So easy. 

Break ties from anything that makes you feel unsure or confused. We can’t allow someone else the power to make us feel like that. 

Happy February 1st

It’s the month of love! May your past love teach you what you deserve in your current love. ❤️

Never settle. Love hard. No regrets. I do believe we have many souls mates we meet throughout our lifetime at different moments we needed them and those experiences but real love... That’s something that’s rare. 

Pure. Good. Mature. Honest. Happy. Real. Fun. Love. 

I wish you that type! That’s the type you don’t have to fight for it just happens. That’s the type that never ends. You grow old together. I hope we have that. I hope you do too. We will never know. Just enjoy the moment!