One of the greatest joys I've experienced in my life is becoming an Aunt and having the unconditional love for my little nephew. The way he can melt my heart with a simple "I love you" is magical :)
2016 has been a year of multitude changes, and that was within only the 2nd month.
A self-rebirth coming from reflection and meditation.
It's never too late to start anew, especially when you're listening to heart and creating healthy habits. And sometimes this comes with walking away from something you love or making decisions which in turn could unfortunately hurt another.
And with all these changes, one included a new space, which excitedly means DECORATING, my 2nd love after Fashion:) Here's some new adds to my new space.
Being a fan of Nasty Girl and being an entrepreneur myself, I had to take a moment to read Sophia Armoruso's book, #GIRLBOSS. An easy read, but super inspiring specifically because of Armoruso's unconventional path to success. Below are some of the greatest take-away quotes from the book in addition to outside quotes Armoruso includes:
Learn to crest your own opportunity. Know that there is no finish line; Fortune favors action
When you believe in yourself, other people will believe in you, too
Know your customer and know how to get free marketing (MySpace/FB/Insta)
To be, in a word, unborable...It is the key to modern life. If you are immune to boredom, there is literally nothing you cannot accomplish -David Foster Wallace
Playing by the rules, or at least some of them: The only way to support a revolution is to make your own- Abbie Hoffman
When your time spent making money is significantly greater than your time spent spending money, you will be amazed at how much you can save without even really thinking about it
Fortune favors the bold who get shit done
I never dreamed for success. I worked for it-Estee Lauder
On writing your resume:
We don't need people who just have ideas; we need people who can also execute them
The four worst words thou shalt never mutter " That's not my job"
Curiosity about life in all of its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people-Leo Burnett
When you don't dress like everyone else, you don't have to think everyone else-Iris Apfel
Clothing is ultimately the suit of amor in which we battle the world. When you choose your clothing right, it feels good. And there's nothing shallow about feeling good.
Confidence is more attractive than anything you could put on your body.
I remind myself that if I really want something badly enough, I have it within myself to make it happen.
Breaking the rules just for fun is too easy-the real challenge lies in perfecting the art of knowing which rules accept and which to rewrite-Steve Jobs
After a grueling holiday of running around, deadlines,parties, etc., it was so great to enjoy a day of relaxation at Island Spa & Sauna in Edison, NJ. Not knowing what to really expect, the guy in front did not do the best job at explaining, so I'll run it down for you. Shoes come off in the front and you're given a uniform to wear (guys and girls have different colors-which was interesting, but this is not a gender equality post, I'll spare everyone :)) Next you'll head to the locker room to change into your uniform. The infused baths and 2 separate sauna are all nude, so get comfortable with yourself if you're going in! The main area is coed where everyone wears their uniform and are welcomed into the sauna pods-each at different temperatures. There's a juice bar and eating area, as well as a sleeping rooms-if in case, all this relaxation is tiring. Outside the pods is a common area with a big screen TV playing calming nature videos, but I did find it interesting that people are on their computers and phones. Personally, I like to unplugged when I'm a the spa. The deep tissue massages were fantastic, with additional stretching involved (one of the best I've received) All in all, an awesome place to go if you're in or around central Jersey.
After a lot of talk and visiting Korea, and everyone THERE knows about H Mart, I got my booty over to the store, and let me tell you....it's like a museum of fresh fish! And if you have a knack for packaging.... H Mart has you covered. I just want to buy everything because it's so darn cute!!! Here's some of my favs....including THE GREAT WALL OF KIMCHI!!!! :)
New Year, new discovery. This new year's, we went down to Charlotte, NC to visit a friend who lives in, NODA, an artsy community combining artists and young professionals. I have never eaten so many biscuits and gravy and wings in my entire life, but man, was it worth it! :)
FREEDOM PARK
A few editorials from W Magazine. With all of the germs going around in an open concept office, I often think, maybe the bubble is the next best accessory?! Cate Blanchett pulls it off quite well! :)
