Friend Makin' Monday- Habits

I was hoping to post before Monday came around but this weekend was a busy one. Sadly my friend's little Sister passed away Friday while she was at our house. She had been ill since the day she was born and surpassed her expectation of a year to live for 10...she was a fighter.

I don't want to make this a sad post because I believe she is happier now and in a better place so lets get going.

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nswers. Please invite your blog readers to add their links here too so everyone has to opportunity to be seen. The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!

FMM: Habits

1. Are you proactive, or do you procrastinate? I'm sort of a procrastinator. I tend to leave things for the last minute but I believe is because I work better under pressure.


2. Do you eat breakfast everyday? If so, what’s a typical meal like? Yes. it has been the same for years now: Coffee and toast. Sometimes I'll add a boiled egg. If I had my way I would love french toast or eggs Benedict but I leave those for special occasions.
3. How much time do you spend watching TV on an average day? Tons. I need background noise plus there are shows I love to watch such as Masterpiece Mystery, Grimm, Once upon a time, and of course CARTOONS!
4. 1. Do you talk on the phone, or do you prefer e-mail and/or text messages? I don't own a cell phone so no text here. When I had it I didn't get the whole texting with half words anyways. I do talk on the phone but is because we are so far away from everyone.
5. 1. Do you exercise in the morning, afternoon or evening? Having a kiddo around is whenever I get a chance, usually in the afternoons when he is taking a nap or when my oldest can watch him for me.
6. 1. 1. 1. Do you take time for yourself regularly? I try. I love doing Manicures and Pedis, also I take shopping breaks.
7. 1. 1. 1. How often do you make your bed? Every. single.day. I hate seeing a messy bed.

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2. Do you plan meals? If so, how far in advance? some what. I used to do a 2 week meal plan, then I change it up. I usually know at least a day ahead what I'm making.
3. Do you wake up at the same time everyday? Nope. Weekdays I'm driving everyone to and from Train stations and college, running errands, etc. On the weekends the Hubs lets me sleep in so I can rest since I suffer from insomnia.
4. How often do you brush your teeth? Having 9 Dentist in my family (or is it 10?) really made a number on me. Although since my last pregnancy I HATE brushing my teeth (makes me nauseous) I do it 3 times a day. Morning, after lunch and before bed. And I do floss, do whitening and mouth wash.

Now it’s your turn to answer this week’s questions! Don’t forget to come back and link up in the comments! And if you have an idea for FMM, e-mail me. Your ideas could be the subject of a future FMM! Happy Monday friends!

Over & out :)

2 on Tuesday- food

I'm typing this ahead and laughing so hard. My little guy has learned the words of "Party Rock" so he is watching Kung fu Panda and singing everybody blah blah tonight, we wanna blah blah SHAKE THAT! and then he shakes. LOL He gets me every time. He makes Monday night fun.

This week the topic on My Chihuahua bites is:

What are your two go-to meals? What do you cook most often in your household?

My go to meal would be: hellou? China Wok? yes I would like an order for delivery...LOL

In all honesty, when I don't feel good I crave Chinese-not sure why. And even though I have master most of my kitchen, there are days that I just have no clue what to make, or have the energy to make it.

OK, going back to the "Real" deal:

First I do tons of Spanish food (white Rice, beans, fry plantains and a meat) which is our typical meal back home. The fry plantains I didn't make for a while because the plantains where hard to come by (good ones) but now they are every where. We can eat them alone with just ketchup and be happy with it. Seriously. These are like the french fries of Spanish people :)

The second I would say is Mexican food...not one specific one. We'll do taco night one week, then enchiladas another. I love learning new recipes and trying them out. Also it seems like the little one really likes these are they are easy to hold (soft tacos) and he loves refried beans.

Below is my chicken enchiladas, yummy.

And I'm going to cheat here and add a third one: my chicken roll just because every darn person that comes over, or that I go visit asks me to make this for them. Chicken, veggies, tons of cheese on a pillsbury dough? YES!

I can't wait to read the rest and see if I can learn a thing or too.

Over and Out.

Friend Makin' Monday- Makeup!

Is another beautiful Monday over here, it kind of feels like fall, even tomorrow they said it will be up to 60 degrees! Now this is my kind of winter (even though I have to admit it scares me a little bit, nature is so freaky) So on to the goodies.

If you’ve taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you’re new, please take a moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add

your link in the comments section here at: www.alltheweigh.com so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. Please invite your blog readers to add their links here too so everyone has to opportunity to be seen. The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!

FMM: Makeup Favorites

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1. Do you wear makeup everyday? I used to but now is only when I have to stop somewhere instead of dropping people off. I made a promise that I would put more effort into my appearance since I notice I was letting myself go with just wearing sweats all the time.
2. Does your routine change if you’re going out with friends/on a date/to a party? If so, how? Yes, I put more stuff, such as foundation, full on lips, eyes, etc. During the day I wear a tinted moisturizer.
3. Are you loyal to one brand, or do you use different brands for different things? Nope, I'm a makeup whore and I like trying different things to see what works best.
4. Do you wear primer/concealer? If so, what’s your favorite kind? Yes to both. Right now I'm loving Benefit POREfessional and DHC primer. My concealer is by MAC.
5. What’s your favorite brand of foundation? None so far. What I have tried is ok but I can get whatever and be ok with it. I do want to try CHANEL VITALUMIÈRE though
6. Do you use blush and/or bronzer? If so, what’s your favorite kind? Yes again. I have a Tarte palette that I love that have both. I also love NARS cactus flower and Benefit Dandelion for blush.
7. Do you wear eye shadow/eye liner? If so, what’s your favorite kind? I love Urban Decay and MAC shadows-specially the paint pots.Eyeliners: Urban Decay 24/7 and Tarte.
8. What’s your favorite kind of mascara? Here I'm cheap I don't believe more expensive brands would do any difference. I love the pink/green one by Maybelline and Revlon Growluscious.
9. Lipstick? Lip gloss? Both? Favorite? Again yes! Love MAC, ELF (hellu? for $1), and anything in between, I'm not picky.
10. Do you wear nail polish regularly? If so, share a few of your favorite brands/colors. Yes. I have a post about my nail polish collection. I used to have my nails done but now I do them at home (and getting really good at it- Thanks Youtube). Favorites include Julep, Zoya, OPI.
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11. How do you remove your makeup at the end of the day? I use MAC wipes (because is the only one I have left) but I love the BJ's brand of wipes. Then wash my face with Kiehls face wash.
12. Do you feel prettier when you’re wearing makeup? Prettier, um? I would say more polished. I do like when I do my eyes since they seem to be brighter.
13. Do you have any beauty tips that you could pass along? Yes, don't go to bed with your makeup, always, ALWAYS wear sunblock, a little white in the inner conner of your eyes does wonders. At least once, try false lashes. And a smile is the best makeup a girl could ever wear.

Now it’s your turn to answer the questions! Don’t forget to say hi to other bloggers! And also be sure to come back and leave a link to your FMM post in the comments! Happy Monday friends!

Dear Douchebag

I am so totally copying My Chihuahua bites on this one. Hers is HILARIOUS, and since sadly we all encounter our deal of daily stupidity mind as well get a good laugh about it.

Dear Douchebag...

Dear Medical Assistant,

would it have killed you to tell me when I called the office, letting you know GPS could not find the address, and that it was the first time I was going over there, to tell me the office was located ALL THE WAY-NOT-EVEN-CLOSE-TO-THE-STREET back of a plaza??? How about the NAME OF THE PLAZA? or better yet, an apology when I gave you my info. for my 11am appointment, and you let me get there after being lost for half and hour, that your office made an error and moved my appointment to 2pm? How about it?

Sincerely,

a very pissed patient that had to re-schedule yet again.

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Dear Rite-Aid,

It happens every single time at the same location. Please tell Dear-my-nails-are-soo-long-so-I-just-stare-at-them cashier that "uh-hum" is not a proper answer when someone says thank you. Neither is saying "are you ready?" when I'm in line to pay.

Sincerely,

a well manner customer

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Dear seemingly good intention friend,

I love you, I really do; But telling me that being at home with my kids, making a home is a waste, and that I should work outside so I can see "more people" hurts me. I would love to have another income to help the family, but my work as a SAHM IS VERY VALUABLE- and underpaid.

Your friend.

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Dear immature women on FB fighting over a free nail polish,

Really? are you kidding me here? just because you are hiding behind a computer screen does not give you the right to be nasty, ill matter and just plain old bitchy. Geez.

Play nice girls.


Over & out

2 on Tuesdays- songs

I'm joining in again for My Chihuahua bites 2 on Tuesdays. Short and sweet. I like it :)

What is the song you play when you want to get pumped up?

Training Montage from the Rocky IV soundtrack

What is the song you play when you want/need to cry?

Kissing you- from the Romeo & Juliet soundtrack, you know, the one with Leonardo

What is the song you play when you’re cleaning?

Run the show or Whine up- both by Kat de Luna. That's my girl!

What is the song you play when you’re exercising?

The entire Rocky IV soundtrack, there is no way not to want to get up and exercise after hearing it. I MUST BREAK YOU!

Friend Making Mondays- Short answers

It’s Monday again, and you know what that means! It’s time for Friend Makin’ Mondays so let’s get started…

If you’ve taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you’re new, please take a moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section here at: www.alltheweigh.com so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. Please invite your blog readers to add their links here too so everyone has to opportunity to be seen. The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!

FMM: Short Answers

1. Mac or PC? Mac baby, we made the change after I convinced the Hubs, now he loves it too.
   
2. Do you paint your own nails? Yes, not as neat as a like. I rather go get a manicure but right now we are on saving mode. (see my last 2 post for the whole nail polish collection)
   
3. Beach or mountains? I like both, but we do beach more often since I'm from the Caribbean.
   
4. What’s the title of the book you’re currently reading? I'm going back to the old Anne Rice books "Queen of the Dammed", but I have a few on wait list.
   
5. Do you dance? Yes, LOTS. Again, being Latin helps a lot. There is not a day (unless sick) that I don't dance around with the kiddo-he loves it.
   
6. CNN or Fox News? neither. I keep needs to a minimum, I search for things that interest me, or ask the hubs since he watches tons of it.
   
7. Do you ride a bicycle? Not now, I use to. Would love to be able to get a bike though.
   
8. Do you get a yearly flu shot? Everyone in our house does except me.
   
9. Best movie you’ve seen in 2012? 2012? it's only been 23 days...I watched one from last year "Love and other drugs", waiting for some free tickets the hubs got so we can have a date night.
10. Do you prefer to workout at home or at the gym? Home. I wish the weather was nicer so I can go out for walks.
    
11. Last airport you were in? me traveling, Dulles International Airport in Washington DC
    
12. Married or single? Married
    
13. iPhone or Android? iPhone if I had a cell, which I don't.
    
14. Do you prefer to be in pictures or taking pictures? Both. Sadly my camera died yesterday.
    
15. Favorite brand of sneakers? Adidas
16. Do you like snow? No. It was fun when I first move here, and I guess the first day it falls, after that is nuts driving, getting parking, etc.
    
17. Do you have/want to have kids? I have and I want. Hopefully more soon :)
    
18. Summer or Winter? how about fall! but I do a lot more in the summer. windows open, clean house, curtains dancing in the breeze, walks to get ice cream...
    
19. Do you know how to swim? no and I wish I did. Being from an Island this sucks for me.
    
20. Do you prefer to shop in store or online? I like to touch, try and see things but I also like the deals I get online.
    

Now it’s your turn to answer this week’s questions! Don’t forget to come back and link up in the comments! And don’t forget…If you have an idea for FMM, send me an e-mail with the details, and you might see it here! Happy Monday!

Polishes update

Hey Gals (I think),

I got the last of the polishes I was waiting for (see previous post for full collection)


Zoya Kieko- dark Fuchsia, Kristen-light powder blue (I know, it looks grey). The camera died after taking these so hopefully the next one will take better accurate shots.



Above picture of Kristen is from Imperfectly painted, Kieko-below is from polish Addict (just so you can see more accurate colors)



Then I got the Julep box (which is being bombarded with bad reviews for some bloggers, some sort of credit issue)


This box had two colors: Anne-creme purple and Maria- Shimmering platinum rose. I also got the Pomegranate scrub (I already had the body butter and it's delish) and a Nail Therapy that retails for $16!!! . For some reason they also sent me a free coupon for another polish-the white card that reads upgrade...I have to pay $3 for shipping and tax so that is not bad. I will probably pick some strange color 'm loving right now:


(photo from rainbows & Sparkles) I don;t have anything like this weird greenish, pea soup color, but I like it...what do you think? Should it be the next one??? uhm....

OK, that's all for now.

Over & out