Sunrise in South Beach: Miami, Florida

Sometimes we just need a little reminder to stop and enjoy the simple wonders of life. Remember to stop to enjoy the sunset. Remember to take in the moment. Remember to give yourself time. Remember to take time to reflect. And most importantly, remember to watch the sunrise.

“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

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XOXO

Liebster Award

The Liebster Award is to recognize and/or discover new bloggers and welcome them into the blog-sphere. Thank you so much to xoxolaurabelle for nominating me for this recognition!  I am very honored to be a part of this circle.  Xoxolaurabelle is a lovely lifestyle blogger from Germany.  Make sure to check out her blog if you haven’t already done so. 😊

Liebster Award

The Rules

Thank and link the person who nominated you.
Include the Liebster Award sticker in the post too.
Nominate 5 -10 bloggers who you feel are worthy of this award and comment on one of their posts to let them know of their nomination. These bloggers must have less than 200 followers.
Answer the eleven questions the person who nominated you created. Then make eleven questions of your own for your nominees. You may use the same questions.
Lastly, copy these rules in the post.

Questions

Who or what is your biggest inspiration?  Wow! This is a difficult question. One of my biggest inspirations I have to say would be Lucille Ball. She was a pioneer women for her time. The first female comedian on television. A great actress, entrepreneur, and mother. I just love her spirit and her sense of humor.

What is your funniest childhood memory?  My funniest childhood memory would have to be waking up with gum in my hair and having the bright idea to cut it out… Lol

As a teenager you were… shy!

How do you start your day?  I am completely guilty of checking all of my social media every morning before even getting out of bed.

What is your biggest wish?  My biggest wish is one of my favorite quotes, “to make a life I don’t need a vacation from”.

Name three things you would pack if you had to go to a lonely island.  I probably would not make a good contest on survivor.  I have no idea what to pack. 1) Sunscreen 2) Bug spray 3) A floatie for the water. 😜

What is your favorite quote?  Shoot, I accidentally already answered this!

With what fictional character or celebrity would you like to go on a date with?  Channing Tatum of course!  And on our dream date, Pony by Ginuwine would be playing in the background.  ❤️

On a Saturday evening I like to…  go out for a nice dinner.

Summer or Winter?  Summer, definitely. 😉

Describe yourself with one word.  Strong

THe bloggers i nominate are:

Pastel Carousel

My Downtown Love

Her Love of Beauty

How to get things done in 10 ways

Becca-Anne Beauty

Here are my questions:
  1. What inspired you to start blogging?
  2. What is your dream job?
  3. What is your favorite beauty product?
  4. Favorite breakfast food?
  5. Style icon?
  6. Top three TV shows?
  7. What is your favorite quote?
  8. With what fictional character or celebrity would you like to go on a date with?
  9. Favorite movie?
  10. Chocolate or Vanilla?
  11. Which is your favorite blog to follow?

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Four Unique and/or Weird Things To See in Downtown Los Angeles

Los Angeles is where I call home (for the majority of the time that is). So it’s funny for me to think that I’ve never really explored the downtown area. Now that I have a friend that lives in the area, I’ve been spending a significant amount of time falling in love with the city. Here’s a list of four weird and/or unique things to see in downtown Los Angeles. The best part, it’s all within a two block radius so you don’t have to worry about parking. 😉 Enjoy!

Downtown Los Angeles Main and 5th

Downtown Los Angeles Map, center point Main and 5th – Click to enlarge.

Cocktail from Varnish

The Varnish

118 EAST 6TH STREET
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Imagine yourself entering a French dip restaurant. Walking past the host to the back wall only to find an unmarked door which leads to one of downtown LAs oldest speakeasys. If this sounds like fun to you then make your way to The Varnish, located in the back of Cole’s restaurant. It is a small dark intimate space which offers amazing cocktails and an exclusive vibe. They don’t allow overcrowding so you have to wait outside of the speakeasy for a table. Grab a seat at the bar at Cole’s while you wait. Where else can you  grab a French dip sandwich one minute and then sip a Moscow mule in a speakeasy without ever stepping outside?

Peddler's Creamery

PEDDLER’S CREAMERY

458 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90013

Have you ever heard of an ice-creamery where you can pedal for a free scoop? Well I hadn’t heard of it until I stumbled upon Peddler’s Creamery. Now the thought of having to exercise for 20 minutes before I can get some ice cream isn’t the most appealing thing to me, but some people go for that kind of stuff! So check this place out, even if it’s just to be a lookey loo to watch others bike for their scoop.

Angel Wings on Main by Colette Miller

Angel Wings on Main by Colette Miller

ANGEL WINGS ON MAIN

448 S Main STREET
Los Angeles, CA 90013

Located right next to Peddler’s Creamery is the Regent Theater. What makes this place unique are the art installation pieces by Colette Miller. A pair of angel wings located on the sliding gates. Make sure to get there before the place opens, or else you’ll miss your chance for a photo-op.

The Last Bookstore

The Last Bookstore. Not sure if that was a reflection on my forehead or an orb. ;p

THE LAST BOOKSTORE

453 S Spring Street
LOS ANGELES, CA 90013

Now, The Last Bookstore may not really be the last bookstore but it is considered one of California’s largest. The store carries new and used books as well as records and art installations. You’ll find surprises around every corner… literally!