Motivation | Self-Reflection for the New Year

January 5, 2016February 7, 20164 Comments

Isn’t it funny how day by day nothing changes, but when you look back, everything is different.

C.S. Lewis

Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

Usually with a New Year, comes a time of reflection. You all hear that saying, “New Year, New Me!”, meaning that this year will be different, this year, you’ll make that change. But is that really true, or have you already changed?

Change can mean a number of things. Change is defined as to “make or become different”. A change can take on many forms. It can be tangible, intangible, physical, or emotional.

Personally, I don’t believe in the “New Year, New Me” mantra because we are constantly evolving. You may be making goals for yourself for this new year, and that is great! But it’s not because this year will be different, it’s because of how your life has already changed. You are already starting off this year as a new you!

Take the time for self-reflection right now. Perform an introspection of who you are, where you’ve been, and how you got there. Find the things that you are grateful for.

Maybe this past year has been tough. Maybe you experienced some very difficult days, or even months, but remember that those things have passed, or will eventually pass with time. Every day will not be difficult. Decide how you want to move forward from here. It’s already the new you.

XOXO

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Atotonilco el Alto | Las Calles Compuestas, Jalisco, Mexico

December 30, 2015January 17, 20161 Comment

“Las Calles Compuestas” is an annual tradition which celebrates the feast of the Immaculate Conception from November 30 to December 8 in Mexico. Atotonilco el Alto is a province of Jalisco, Mexico, that is more famously known for this celebration.

The literal translation of the name of the celebration is “Composed Streets”. The origin of the name for this tradition stems from the fact that this feast is not just celebrated in churches or the city plaza, but instead in the city streets.

Each street is adorned with paper mache flowers and cloth overhead .

Music, food, drink, and fireworks are also used as part of the celebration.

Some of my relatives recently traveled to Mexico and were able to attend this celebration. They were kind enough to share their photos so that I could share them with you.

Please feel free to ask any questions. Hope you are having a great day. 🙂

XOXO

Interview by Perri Louise

December 13, 2015December 13, 20154 Comments

Thank you for the update Perri! ❤️

**Update: This interview was originally posted in My Fashion Beauty Tales on 12/3, but has been deleted since then. I have updated this with Perri’s current contact info.**

Recently, Perri interviewed me for her blog Perri Louise! I am so excited to have been considered for this. It was a really nice and fun experience to connect with Perri and chat. If you are not familiar with her blog you should definitely check it out! Perri Louise is a lovely fashion blog that gives great fashion, food, and DIY advice. Hope you enjoy the interview below. ❤️ XOXO

OOTD | Winter Blues & Plaid

December 12, 2015December 12, 20153 Comments

Happy Saturday lovelies! ❤️ Hope you are having a good weekend. It’s been wintertime bootie weather here in SoCal. I recently got this long flannel plaid hoodie from the Nordstrom Rack and paired it with suede dark grey leggings and a thick navy C & C t-shirt. The back of the hoodie is long enough to cover your bum and the material is thick enough to protect you from the slight wind chill. I love the knee detail on the leggings and the metal embroidery on the booties which gives this outfit a more of an edgy look. Hope this outfit inspires you!