It's All In The Bag...

Nothing screams summer more than picnic time, well in my opinion. I am notorious for collecting cool picnic accessories and not picnicking....I can't help it. Crate and Barrel features some very unique, compact, and versatile pieces for a fun outdoor outing. Like this very cool table in a bag that rolls up for easy carrying. (This was previously part of my collection, I must re buy it). And take a look at this little mini grill cooler bag. this keeps your food cold while you transport it, then you set up shop and cook. too cool! Then there is the portable BBQ set it has everything you need to cook it up. And I just had to throw in these mini citronella torches, because nothing beats a little mood lighting when the sun sets.

Cool Signs!

Sitting around keeping my sis company, now that she is temporarily on bed rest, we are all finding new ways to entertain including giving my 2 year old niece the digital camera to snap away (see silly pictures above). we are all spending plenty of time watching TV and surfing the net. Thanks to this blog How about Orange for posting about Redkin. Redkin is a an entertaining site, where you can transform any phrase into a cool sign. Check mine out, this is a tribute to my soon-to-be Kaij who is keeping his mommy in a vertical position (seen here with her husband sharing a hospital bed). Note to Kaij: One day some lucky girl is going to be wearing an "I heart You" shirt just for you.... a girl besides your mom that is......

Rozatlan to Ensenada

AKA the original party on wheels...a 50 mile bike run that ends with a big party at the finish line; Ensenada. Posters advertising the race are plastered all over Ensenada (pictured here my nieces and nephews pointing at their dad's new adventure). Speaking of.... I have to give a big shout out to my brother, Alonso pictured here, for toughing it out the whole stretch without having to catch a ride on the SAG Wagon.

The event was held on April 21st and you can see pictured here what the aerial view was like. Next event will be held on September 29th and you can pre-register online for only $35. If you want more info click here, you'll have all your questions answered. As far as commiting to the race for the September timeline???? I'm in! I don't guarantee all 50 miles on the bike though, me and the SAG wagaon might be close friends by the end of the race :-)

Baby Celebration

This past weekend I drove up to LA to do the walk around at the Baby Expo; Baby Celebration. There were definitely plenty of preggies (including one tagging around with me, my sis Kathy, pictured here) and many a baby stroller.


I was hoping to get some gift ideas for her baby shower (top secret) and pick up some goodies for the other baby in the family (well one of many) Aaliyah who is now 2!! She is pictured here with all her silliness, after bath time and posing for the camera sporting a wave :-) Too cute... So the expo was fun, found a few gadgets that will come in handy for the new mom to be, like these Slim Line Milk Trays. Ice cube trays for breast milk, actually the correct wording is breast milk storage system. Individual one ounce servings trays for freezing breast milk after you pump. Now I am certainly no expert, but I do know most breastfeeding moms do freeze their milk on occasion, and there were plenty of moms swarming over the booth, good sign. We also picked up a Babeebrite light. this little gadget is a clip on light for those late night diaper changes, breast feedings, etc... also has a 7 minute timer to preserve battery life, cool idea. All in all, it was a good day for some shopping, and sisterly bonding.

Besitos!!!

Besitos (translation: smooches, kisses). Blik carries the funnest glass decals, these pictured are smooch glass stiks. A package of 24 different size decals for $4.50...good deal! I recently used them for a little soiree I had for a few of my girl friends. Thanks to my excellent hand model (Moira) you can see how cute they look on wine glasses, a definite alternative to the traditional wine charms. Blik also carries wall decals, I bought some for my house and have not undertaken the task of creating my design just yet, but you bet I will post on it as soon as they are up.

My First Blog Swap...

I recently participated in my very first blog swap. The concept revolved around a principle color, mine was pink. Shortly after the swap was assigned to all participants, I received a little white box from my postman... I was so excited, a package for me?
I was impressed that my swap pal was so quick to send out her care package. Tiffany from Love boxes, sent me these very cute items all the way from Utah; a magnetic hello kitty notepad (for my fridge), some black and white polka dot napkins, some magnets, Extra gum (how unique), and best of all the cutest little pink box and miniature wooden doll....how artsy! all wrapped up in a cellophane bag with some very festive ribbons...Thanks Tiffany, everything was so pink and cute :-)

Par Tea Time

One of the cool things you will find out about blogging is the networking that goes on.... I recently participated in a blog swap. Fellow blogger; M. Writes hosted an event; I will soon post pictures on the goodies I received. Another way of networking is hosting give aways; Part Tea Time is hosting a Mother's Day giveaway, a great way to blog-network. check them out, it's fun to check out what other bloggers are posting and doing to promote their sites!