Motherhood brings me so much joy and love! I am amazed at how much I love our baby. I want to take care of her and protect her. I worry about her and her well-being daily. That’s motherhood, everybody told me it would be like this. She has come to make our lives more complete and happier! There are several things we have adjusted to since having our baby. Many are very positive, some are Continue reading
One of my favorite media parties of the year is the one held by the San Diego County Fair! In the past it has been held on the Continue reading
If you read my blog, you know I enjoy going to the movies. It is an opportunity for me to spend time with my friends and for a night out. I catch up with my friends and we Continue reading
(Wearing one of her German dirndl style outfit, a gift from her grandmother in Germany)
Our baby girl, Alessandra, turned two months recently. Here’s our update: Continue reading
Recently, I was invited to attend a tour of the new Sharp Mary Birch Nursing Lounge at Petco Park. The San Diego Padres, with the support of Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women and Newborns, turned a suite into a beautiful and comfortable nursing lounge. The nursing lounge is for use by Continue reading
Leaving Sharp Mary Birch Hospital with baby Alessandra.
First of all, I want to say that I feel incredibly blessed to be Alessandra’s mom. She is a doll, a good baby, and I love her so much! I am still amazed by her and probably always will be! I am grateful to God and life for giving me the privilege of being a mom, her mom. Having said this, motherhood can be Continue reading
Kipling held their Spring 2016 Collection Reveal & Handbag Charity Drive at their store at Simon Fashion Valley mall. Guests were asked to donate a gently used handbag and would receive 20% off any Kipling handbag. Kipling donated the handbags to a charity which helps disadvantaged women transitioning from unemployment back to work. I was honored to be invited to support a good cause! The event included Continue reading
As part of the San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF), Fashion Valley held a runway fashion show called Celebration of Fashion Spring Runway Show. I was honored to emcee it last year and was happy to return to host it again this year, along with Continue reading
We use the terms “time flies” and “they grow so quickly” often when we refer to children and life experiences. Well, in this case, I am amazed how fast a month went by. Our baby girl, Alessandra, turned one month a few days ago. I am going to try to write about my experience as a mother and our baby’s development. I say “try”, because Continue reading
During my pregnancy I read lots. Many books, blogs, and internet articles. It was my first pregnancy and I wanted to be informed. When it came to the delivery, it usually always said one could have a “labor plan” but to know it was just a plan which could change. I thought of those words often. I wanted to have a Continue reading
The final month of pregnancy was a busy one. I was in a sense of “nesting overload.” I felt like I had to get lots done before our baby arrived. At the same time, it felt like a huge deadline. It was a bizarre feeling. I knew my life would Continue reading
As part of the San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF), Fashion Valley holds a runway fashion show. I was honored to emcee it last year and am happy to return to host it again this year, along with television host, Abelardo Rodriguez!
Showcasing this season’s hottest trends, Fashion Valley will be hosting a runway show in Center Court (next to Macy’s) at 7:00 pm on Continue reading
The San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF) is in full swing at Fashion Valley shopping center this week! I am honored to be the Festival Host & Ambassador! It’s been fun…and lots of work, which is why I haven’t been able to post as often as usual lately. Between the Festival and preparing for our baby’s arrival (I am Continue reading
As my hubby would say, we are in the final stretch now! The countdown has begun….just a few weeks to go! We are in Continue reading
The custom of giving gifts on special occasions and birthdays has been practiced for centuries. We all give and receive gifts. My hubby and I give each other multiple gifts throughout the year, sometimes just because, but we give each other larger (more expensive) gifts on Continue reading
Have you purchased the Valentine’s gifts you want to give this year? Personalized gifts always add a nice, thoughtful touch! As a volunteer member of Continue reading
Recently, I made this chocolate jar as a game prize for one of my baby showers. It got me thinking of Valentine’s Day and an idea for Continue reading
Last week is a blur, with a doctor’s appointment, the tour of the hospital, preparing some games and thank you gifts for my baby shower, continuing to organize the nursery, and working on the San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF)! I also spent several hours doing Continue reading
For the most part, I am a pretty organized person. I like things to be organized and in their place. I keep my walk-in closet Continue reading
This past week we were out-of-town. It was a fun week, which went by way too fast! We went to Las Vegas for Continue reading