Saturday, June 23, 2018
We Can’t Help It...Italian Girl Moods
Being Italian this totally explains it all. We are either lovers but yet can easily turn into little fighters. It’s our instinct to love with our all or make sure you know we aren’t happy.
Balance...that’s what we need to work on. Enjoy the laugh!
Stay For Dinner...Health Kick...
I have been on this 6 week health kick. Wake up work out, eat good all day. My body has never felt better. Stronger. Fit. Happy.
So my mom says for me to stay for dinner. She will make Salmon and vegetables. Sure mom. She made other things for the kids too. When I walk into her kitchen she pulls out these dishes. Um.. yum.
Roasted peppers. Red peppers. Grilled eggplant. Roasted carrots and she even threw in grilled zucchini. After dinner she packed it all up and said enjoy.
I have veggies for days!
Moms rock. But mine is extra special. She always does stuff with a smile. She will set your butt straight if you need to but there’s nothing I can’t share with her and there’s nothing she wouldn’t do to make sure I am happy.
That’s love!
So with the official start of summer I challenge YOU to get in shape too. To focus on being a healthier version of you. To be good to your body. To be strong. Healthy. Fit. And of course....HAPPY!
Thursday, June 21, 2018
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Monday, June 18, 2018
Sunday, June 17, 2018
It Started Off As Just Lunch...
We get to spend every Sunday together. It used to be just lunch but now it’s an all day event. We have lunch. Go for a walk. Cousins get to play. Me and my sisters get to catch up on life. My parents join in on the laughs. Then we order dinner and hang some more. The kids love it. We love it. My parents love it. Everyday I am grateful for my Pop. He sits around a table of 8 girls and one son in law and always smiles. It’s not about the fancy things in life or money or the struggles. It’s about coming together once a week and no one being in a hurry to leave.
There’s no price tag for this. Three generations together. Every Sunday. It’s a beautiful thing.
Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads. My dad is still the first man I call whenever I need something. He’s still my “superhero” ...off to the rescue. Always has my back and makes sure to always ask me “are you ok, are you happy”.
Thanks Dad and thanks to all the Dads who make every child’s life easier. Works hard to provide the best for them. Cherish’s the moments you have with your kids and will always put them first over your own needs.
Cheers to you!
Stuffed Churros El Segundo Sono...Oh My!
Best I ever had! You can’t come here and NOT get their amazing churros. This week we had them and they were filled with dulce de leche. Absolutely amazing...so amazing that we ordered another round.
Saturday, June 9, 2018
Hard At Work...Maybe
I work from home so can work anywhere. I love it. So sometimes my sister will work from home too and it’s awesome. I usually grab our favorite, Layla’s in Stamford, for lunch and we work side by side. I must say it gets lonely at times working alone so this is super great for me to have someone in the same house as I work.
Making memories doesn’t have to always be so glamorous. Changing your daily routine can actually be good for you.
It was the perfect way to end a crazy week.
Friday, June 8, 2018
Sunset Grille In Norwalk With My Mom...
It’s been a while since it was just her and me. I texted her and said I needed some Mom time and if she could sneak out for lunch. Of course she said yes. We went to Sunset Grille in Norwalk. Wasn’t the best sunny day but still something about eating outside, on the water, made it feel amazing that Summer was around the corner.
Not sure why I even bother looking at the menu. Their fried shrimp has always been my favorite. It never fails. Always tastes the same. Delicious. Jumbo shrimp. My mom got the fish tacos which is my second favorite. They are huge. So tasty. The savory salsa is very refreshing Love coming here. The ambiance makes you feel like you’re on a mini vacation.
Of course had great conversations. My Mom is my rock. Truly grateful for her. Also love making her laugh. I have always been the one child that always told her too much. I think she actually enjoys it most of the time.
When was the last time you took a break and enjoyed some time with your Mom?
Are You Ok? Are You Happy? Happy Birthday To My Pop
Every time I see my Dad he asks me two questions. Are you ok? Are you happy? Those two questions really sum it up. When I reply yes he nods his head and smiles. My Dad came to this country at 16 years old and didn’t even know the language. He raised three kids, started a successful business, put us through college, paid for our weddings, took care of anything we need along the way and NEVER complained. Never. He never threw anything in our face. He wakes up everyday. Makes my mom coffee. Heads to Work and smiles.
He’s always made our life easier. For me. For my sisters. For my girls. For my mom. He’s the one man I know who I will love and will love me forever.
May life always be good to you since you’re always so good to us! Cheers Pop! May you live to be 100.
Thursday, June 7, 2018
Don’t Ever Compromise Yourself
This is so powerful in so many ways. Never let life’s lessons defeat who you are.
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Saturday, June 2, 2018
Instant Gratification...It Takes Time
I have seen it over and over again. The trader, the weight loss junkie, the women and men wanting something and wanting it now without much effort. Instant gratification- to be rewarded fast to fill the need to feel good, make fast money, fulfill a void.
It has to change. I get we all have a need to keep a spark in us alive. I do this too! But we forget...it takes TIME!
Effort- put some real effort into whatever you want to fulfill. Whether advancing in a career, loosing weight, finding a significant other or making money and being wealthy. The desire to fulfill our want is something we want NOW, in an instant. But what people forget it takes time. Strategy. Patience.
We all have this need in us. The need to reach the top without dealing with the “middle”. Middle is the process to reach that gratification. The middle is the MOST important.
Why? Because it teaches you lessons! When you act on impulse it can backfire. The process in between teaches you a lot. People forget that.
The excitement of reaching and achieving fast results is amazing but it is short lived.
So my advice, to the people dating, to the trader who isn’t having luck, to the newbie at work, to the young and older adults looking to achieve, fast, quick, gratification...STOP!
Process the journey. Trust me. The lessons are much more rewarding and beneficial than the end result.
Friday, June 1, 2018
Happy 1st Of The Month
Happy 1st Of The Month. Summer Vibes. Weekend get aways. Family fun days with my girls. Excited that it’s finally June. A month of transition from school to break. From getting tan to beach adventures. I have a funny feeling this will be a great month!
Hope you wake up feeling the same way!
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Start Your Next Chapter...
Don’t stay where you don’t belong. Don’t stay in a relationship that does not give you what you need for your mind, body and soul. Don’t avoid risks because you are afraid of the outcome. Don’t stay at a job that you dread going to everyday.
We live this one life that is filled with so many chapters.
Don’t be stuck on just one of them! You owe it to yourself to be happy. Fill your book. Turn your pages!
Did Someone Say Donuts...
June 1st is National Donut Day! Um, yum!
Whether it’s Donut Crazy maple bacon donut or Donut Delight honey glazed donut or even Donut Donuts frosted donuts, everyone enjoys a good donut.
Donut Crazy and Dunkin Donuts are giving away one free donut with any drink purchase tomorrow in honor of this day.
Enjoy!
Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Joy!
This is easier said than done but trust me, it works. There’s time when you are happy and then someone comes and tries to steal it. That’s when you just don’t even reply. Arguments always stop when you don’t add to it. I like being happy. I like to be carefree but there’s times someone hits a nerve and I could put up a good fight. Tonight was one of them and then I realized I had to just stop responding to the texts. Not let it get to me. Ignore the argument that I didn’t even want to participate in. Minutes later the problem went away.
See we feel we need to justify ourselves when someone is on a attack mode. You don’t. No justifying. Just live your life. Be happy. Let go of the ones who want to encourage you to fight. Trust me. They only have the power if you allow them to. Reality is, YOU have the power.
Try it!
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Monday, May 28, 2018
Memorial Day Honoring Those Who Fought For Our Freedom
“I just enrolled myself, after college I decided to go” a friend I met said to me after he told me he was in the Military and got deployed twice to Iraq. Do you ever have PTSD I asked. No he said but I do get flashbacks and I try to just cope when I do.
He wore a name bracelet in honor of a friend who lost his life when he was deployed. It’s real. It’s real courage. Real stregethen. They are just like you and me but they take a chance. Risk their life. Try to protect us and our country. Today is in honor of those people. Those who lost their battle to protect us. Protect people they haven’t even had a chance to meet.
That’s real courage and pride and real love for our country!
Saturday, May 26, 2018
Playland 90th Anniversary Celebration This Weekend
This weekend Playland Park is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Tickets for ride entry is $15 each. Check out the other fun family filled activities they have going on to celebrate their anniversary.
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Memorial Day Parades in CT 2018
It wouldn’t feel like Memorial Day without BBQ’s and Parades. Check out the list of Parades taking place around Connecticut this weekend.
Set Yourself Free!
Let go and start over. The process is hard at first. But just like any change, everyday things get easier and easier. My heart and soul has never been more free and by free I mean happy for focusing on me and what makes me truly happy!
Set yourself free too!
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Memorial Day Desserts
Hard to believe this weekend is Memorial Day! This weather has been so unpredictable that it will be nice to finally be able to enjoy the pool and some BBQ’s. Below is a great guide of awesome desserts to take to any gathering this weekend.
47 Desserts That Will Seriously Make Your Memorial Day https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/g1079/memorial-day-desserts/
Saturday, May 19, 2018
The Royal Wedding... Fairy Tales Do Exist
I know sounds cheesy but I am laying in bed and watching the Royal Wedding and smiling. Smiling that love is real and good and fairy tales do exist.
The power of love!
Going through a divorce you let go of the fairy tales. You focus on yourself and being good and put up a guard. But we all have this weakness in us. The need to be desired and loved.
Don’t let anything in your life make you think you won’t have a fairy tale life. You can and will. Just sometimes we have to get through lessons to reach our Fairy Tale.
Thursday, May 10, 2018
Fun Guide To Do On Mother’s Day!
Moms rock! This Mother’s Day I hope you have something special planned for her! Not sure what to do then check out this cool guide.
Things to do with mom on Mother's Day 2018 in Connecticut https://m.ctpost.com/entertainment/slideshow/Things-to-do-with-mom
Things to do with mom on Mother's Day 2018 in Connecticut https://m.ctpost.com/entertainment/slideshow/Things-to-do-with-mom
Cactus Rose in Wilton Birthday Fun
This place is amazing. The ambiance is so pretty and food is delicious. I sipped on a blood orange margarita. Delicious! Their calamari salad is my all time favorite. Then they came out with th coolest way to sing happy birthday....
Saturday, May 5, 2018
Thursday, May 3, 2018
All The Special Occasions Solo and Ok!
I did it. I wanted to get through all the holidays and occasions solo and today is my Birthday. I am celebrating tonight with my kids and my twin sister and I woke up with a heart of grattitude.
Grateful that I had found the strengthen to get through some of life’s toughest journeys. For the love my kids give me. My daughter said she went with her dad to get me gifts. Which I really appreciate. Before bed she said Happy Birthday. Middle of night she hops in my bed and says it and then this morning turns and says mom Happy Birthday. Love you. My girls are my everything. Just love the fact that they adore me as much as I adore them. They want me to be happy and for being so young it’s so mature of them.
My sister has been my rock. She knows everything plus some about me and my journey. Having a twin isn’t something you can explain to a non twin. It’s this magical connection to someone. Forever grateful for her and for having my back and letting me vent more than I prob should. For letting me say everything and anything to her. For her honesty and being someone I can always count on.
This age is special to me. It’s showed me that I can be whatever I want to be. I can do whatever I want to do. I can wake up with a gratitude and going to bed with gratitude knowing that in life stuff happens and well it’s ok. You get through it.
Cheers to you and ME!
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Check Out M.EAT Provisions In Westport CT
Sunshine just screams grilling! How do you take your M.EAT? 100% organic meat. Located in Westport, CT. Check them out: www.meatprovisons.com
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Sunday, April 29, 2018
Sometimes The Bad Brings Out The Good
It’s been a a lot of changes. A lot of what ifs. A lot of just get through it but you manage to get through it. You actually come out happy. Motivated. Ready to conquer anything. That’s life right. Change has been good for me. I have been making a list and checking things off. It’s about “making things happen”. There’s no pity party. There’s no hiding from the world. Get up. Be an example. Do what you have to do to make yourself happy!
Event to Support Mead Park New Canaan
Check out "Margaritas for Mead" A Benefit for the Mead Park Playground Project!
Saturday, April 28, 2018
Take Control Of Your Happiness
I once had a friend who would always say “out with the old, in with the new”. That’s the journey of life. Let go of who you were and rediscover who you want to be. Seek happiness!
Friday, April 27, 2018
A Taste Of Hope Street May 9th
Dine for a cause! County’s premiere fitness and recreation facility for children and young adults of all abilities and a wide array of special needs. Purchase tickets and learn more here: http://heystamford.com/2018/04/26/get-a-taste-of-hope-street/
Find the Hidden Blessings!
This my friend is 100% true! Just takes some time for us to figure it out! 💗
Motherhood...Days of the Week...Same Feelings!
Sunday through Friday or you know every day for Motherhood. Regardless it’s a rollercoaster ride of emotions!
TGIF!
Thursday, April 26, 2018
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Mohegan Sun: Mini Getaway
It was just a night away. Started off at dinner at Michael Jordan’s, Cocktails, Walking Around, seeing Dane Cooke and then fire pits.
This fire pit is incredible! So relaxing and you lounge out on big chairs. We even hung out by it in the morning. Sometimes a different scenery can do so much for the body and soul. It felt like a weekend away.
We get caught up in life’s responsibilities that you have to just sometimes take a break from it all. When was the last time you gave yourself a real break?
Monday, April 23, 2018
Oh My Sistas...My Best Friends
I don’t think there’s anyone who has made me
laugh or who has had my back like my sisters. Going through any breakup you need someone to call on at any moment and so so grateful for them. Grateful that they help me out with anything I need. We have been making some awesome memories together. Shared some crazy laughs and amazing days together. They totally keep me going. Grateful for that!
Touch A Truck Event Westport April 28th
I LOVE these events. They are so much fun for the kids and adults too. Experience what it’s like to climb aboard some really cool trucks and vehicles. Come on down April 28th.
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