Ms. Nikki's Spring Giveaway

So came across Nikki's Spring giveaway. She has a young, versatile, happy-go-lucky vibe to her style. It's cute and refreshing to see such a young lady express herself in a way that doesn't conform too much mainstream USA...more like "It's me and I'm here!" She's showing how the oversized sweater (the prize) can look chic while giving the wardrobe an oopmh of sassiness. Very cute.

So check out her site and enter! You never know if you'll win!

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Just in case you didn't catch the link:
http://ewwitsnikki.blogspot.com

ps. still trying to get used to blogger format so bear with me.

Upcoming sale

So I've been Spring cleaning for a few weeks now and found some pieces that could use some loving. Will keep you posted.

I'm baaaack...

So it's been a while since my last entry. Mainly because my priority was to care for my family and it involves a lot of adapting to Baby's schedule and establishing a routine so Mom, child and dog would be happy.

Mommy-hood has been rewarding in so many ways. I get to watch my child grow and learn with every step he takes. I've learned I cannot be the perfect wife or mother without being completely exhausted to the point where I fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow. I've learned I cannot be a perfectionist nor clean-freak anymore. A restful child and mom is more important than a clean home. I actually enjoy just sitting back, a rare occasions, and just taking in the view. In other words, you learn so much more when you become an Observer than a Participant. Things that single people take for granted, like being able to just pick up and leave to go somewhere or just making a trip to the bathroom, seems so much more important when there's someone else to care for. He about 16 months now and is a walking pro. As soon as his feet touch the ground, it's like "K Mom, you're on your own! Bye!"



In other news, I had the honor of attending BeautyLish's Spring Trend Event at the W Hotel a few weeks ago. April (AprilAthena7) was the one who got me to go. I'm so glad I did. I got to meet a lot of beautiful, talented people and bloggers. Thanks a million April! You are the best Darling!!! I got to meet many bloggers I'm actually subscribed to! Because of April and BeautyLish, I'm motivated again to blog. Since getting married and pregnant, my blogs have been unfortunately neglected.





So, with that in mind. I. am. back.

Let's Cook!

So now that I'm a full-time Mom, I've been trying to keep my family fed...well-fed. Mom never really forced me or my siblings to learn how to cook since she was a sweetie and always cooked for us. So now that I have a family of my own, it's time to keep them happy and healthy. And, hopefully, I'll be able to cook for my mother someday so I can show her how proud she can be of me. I am an Asian woman who really doesn't know how to cook all too well. But, imma change that.

I've been trying to scour the internet, cook books and even advice from people for any dishes I can get my brains on. I especially want the recipes for all the food I've enjoyed growing up.

So I found some food posts on kimong.com. She's just like me...just starting out and experimenting. Then, of course, food network, all recipes.com, etc. Then, I found Pamela Chau's site. She's awesome! She has recipes for a wad of food I love!!! So far hubby's loved every single dish I tried. Man, I love this girl! She reminds me of myself when I was younger, minus the awesome cooking skills. Although, her life and blogs are entertaining and great, I don't miss my single life. It's great to read her blogs since they stir memories of my fun times. I'm also very happy for her since she seems to enjoy every aspect of her life: her family time, loving her boyfriend, crazy times with her friends, and her adorable dog.

I'm not the type of person who just subscribes to anyone. I like my personal life and my anonymity. I've only subscribed to a handful of people.

Grateful but still "hungry"...

So this is my first blog. Here goes.

As a first-time, stay-at-home mom, I cherish the moments I have with my baby and dog. I love them both dearly. They are the apples of my eye. I feel awful though for nor being able to spend more time and energy with my first baby...the four-legged one. He's such a good boy. I've had him since he was 10 weeks old and now he's a scruffy 3 year, 5-month old kisser. I only wish I could get a playmate for him. He would be so much happier. I also wish he could have a nice and roomy backyard to run around in. In due time. It's hard when hubby is now the only bread winner. I know it's hard on him too since I have a hard time curving my shopping habit. But, hey, I'm a girl and girls loooove to shop!

My 7.5 month old is simply a ball of joy to be with. Oh, but he has his moments. He's taught me to be less selfish and to think ahead. He's definitely great at keeping me in shape. I lost all the baby weight I gained (40+ lbs) and then some. I'm skinnier than I was before I got pregnant. Woo hoo! His eyes are what constantly reminds me to see things from his perspective. He grounds me. He humbles me. I love watching him play and explore his new world. I just want to keep him safe and happy for the rest of his life.

Hubby is THE greatest hubby ever!!! I don't know how he manages to deal with me but he does. It's like Taming of the Shrew. I was a lost, wild, untamable girl before I met him. He also grounds me. He humbles me. His heart is so pure of generosity, love, caring, hope, unselfish, etc.. I could go on about how wonderful of a man he is but I won't. I married him because I truly love him for who, how and what he is. Who is he? He's someone who I can see myself spending the rest of my life with. His natural talent in everything he does always and simply amazes me. How is he? No matter what goes on around him, he continues sure-footedly until he reaches his goal. To me, this means he's cautious and secure mentally and emotionally. He's like the Tortoise. He's my cute, sure-footed and happy-go-lucky Tortoise. I love him dearly. What is he? Simple. He's the love of my life. Everything he's gone through and done to get to where he is now defines the man that he is. Completely contrary to his father. I love him.

I am grateful for every little thing I have before me. Of course, being human, I crave for more than I can have...materialistically. I have a wonderful husband whom I absolutely adore. I have a very faithful dog that I cannot live without. And, I have my adorable baby boy that is the culmination of the love between hubby and I. I'm happy when each and every member in my home is happy. I live in a great beach side community. My condo is modern but ours. What more can I ask for? My life is great. These are things people living in dysfunctionality need and want. And knowing this is what reminds me to be grateful everyday. I only am "hungry" for materialistic things. Really expensive things...Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Pedro Garcia, Louboutins... Bad girl! That's the only vice hubby has to constantly remind me of. And, of course, my inner voice listens to him...for a little while. Then she starts talking to me again. It's like the horns retract then emerge intermittently. I gotta get my fix once in a while. Being a stay-at-home mom gets boring. Even though I've got alot of things to do. To the point where the day passes by quickly and my first meal of the day is at 5:00pm.

All in all, I love my life, my awesome hubby, beautiful baby and faithful dog. I am complete.