Saturday, October 24, 2009

UGH! I DIE!!!!

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I WANT! Please fall out of the sky!!!!!! I've been a good girl!!!! haha.

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Haven't done any fashion-related posts in a while. Even though I can't afford to go shopping, I can look and want, and maybe lust, right??? These are a few of my favorite looks from various fashion photo blogs that I put together. I really wouldn't mind having that hermes bag right now. It'd be perfect for carrying my cameras. I bet garance dore would be jealous. hehe. (If you didn't know, she uses a louis vuitton bag designed by sofia coppola to carry her camera. It's beautiful.)


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This is one of my ultimate favorite looks. Why, you ask? This is how I want to imagine myself in my 30s, sans cigarette. She just looks so cool and so put together and very sexy, might I add. haha. I just like it. I'm pretty sure that my friends who are married and have kids right now think I'm delusional. haha. Hate to break it to you, but I plan on giving birth in Louboutin heels!!! =)

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

The last stretch

Can you believe it?!? I am SOOOOOO close to being done! My last semester! Woot woot!!! I cannot wait!!!!! My classmates even set up a blog with a countdown on it. I think that's the only thing on the blog, too. haha.

In retrospect, I am so glad that I came out to NY to do nursing and I am proud of myself. I really am. 2008 was rough, but the days that pass just get sweeter and sweeter. When December rolls around I will spring into a new era and I am actually looking forward to it-the "dirty thirties" hahha.

Here are a few photos from school, my very first semester:

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Boy, do I look young or what? I really think I've aged since being out here and in school. =( haha.

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My "patient" and me. When you see these sim patients, it looks like they're choking or gasping for air. I don't know why they're so expensive.

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I will miss some of my classmates, only the ones I care about. haha.

In other news, I had an accident in Central Park the other day. I crashed going downhill on my longboard. I didn't know I could fly. I really shouldn't be getting hurt like this at my age. haha. I mean, who does this?!? I'm still in a lot of pain and my wounds look worse because now there is bruising.

Sorry to cut this short, but sharing time is over. I need to get back to my paper. =( haha.

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Funny, I have a heart-shaped injury on my arm. I should make this into a valentine's card.

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

LOL!!!!!

I can't stop watching this youtube video!!!! My sister posted this on her facebook a few days ago and I've been watching it everyday. It's so freaking funny, it kills me!!! Ktown girls talk JUST like this video! hahhaa. Anyways, I need to go watch it again. BRB! hahah.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Oh yes, she's alllllll mine!!!!

Now I'm not a camera or lens expert, but when friends ask me what lens they should get, I always say, you NEED to get the canon 50mm, 1.8 lens! It's such a steal and works great. Funny thing is, I never owned this lens nor did I ever really use it....until today! I've always used the stock lens that came with my camera. I think it works really well! It's so convenient.

But this new lens...is AMAZING! I love it!

I contemplated getting this lens over the summer, but instead opted to get a longboard skateboard. I've daydreamed about longboarding in Central Park, so I just had to get it. But now, this baby is all mine!!! All mine! Mille grazie to my Italian stallion who surprised me and got it for me because I'm awesome j/k. haha. He got it for me just because. =)

Here are some photos from my AMAZING lens. hehe. Navi came out to visit and stayed with us for a week. We celebrated her birthday in Central Park and ate cupcakes. Hope you had a good birthday, Navi! =)

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ooooh, so professional!!! hhah.

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Janelle-so gangsta!

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The leaves haven't changed color yet, but it already feels like fall.

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Hanging out in the mall.

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Monkeying around.

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The thugs in my life. haha.

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Cupcakes from magnolia bakery. I was very pleased with their banana cupcake with caramel frosting. There's a surprise in the middle!

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Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Baby Joshua

FINALLY I meet the little one. About 4 months ago, my close and dear friend, Lillian, gave birth to a baby boy. His name is Joshua. I was really excited to meet him because I was butt-hurt that I couldn't make it out to the baby shower or see him when he was born. haha. Since he's at the age where you can play with him and make him laugh, I'm over it. haha. Meet baby Joshua!

Miss you, little guy! And you too, John and Lillian! haha.

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You little cutie, you!!!

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4 months and he's already flexing! What a ladies man. haha.

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Happy to get his diapers changed!

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Joshua started to stick his hands in his mouth. He loves it. haha.

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Joshua didn't know what was comin' to him. He loves his aunty Judy!!!! haha.

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Father and son.

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Again, hand in mouth. haha.

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Raising a baby-truly a labor of love. John and Lillian had to tag team for this one. He made quite the boo boo. haha.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

kevin + robert sitting in a tree...

j/k. hehe.

My friends Kevin and Robert needed some photos because they want to make a wedding announcement in the New York Times so I took these photos for them as a gift. We took these in 15 minutes, no joke! They will be married this fall at the Arsenal in Central Park. I can't wait to show you guys the amazing rooftop. It's full of lush and beautiful green plants! Can't wait! In the meantime...

* N E W S F L A S H *

Jeni from Oishii Eats is serving up more than restaurant reviews and adventures in pickling! She has become a professional photographer! If you aren't familiar with her skills, she's got some serious talent. I introduce to you, Jeni Afuso Photography!

With the right amount of pushing and nudging, she went balls to the wall! I am so happy for her and so proud! If you need engagement photos, wedding photos, or portraits, you know where to go. Tell her boody sent ya. GO HERE. Her website is sick.

A little teaser:
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Now onto Kevin+ Robert...

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(sigh) I miss working with type. I love how wedding photographers these days will incorporate some graphic design into their photos. It's mostly with the intro photo (on their blogs), but still! I appreciate it! haha.

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Kevin + Robert= love forever and ever!

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Hey Cupcake! on Oh Joy!

Hey Cupcake! on Oh Joy!

My cupcakes were featured on Oh Joy!

I just finished my last final on Tuesday and to wake up today and find out that my cupcakes were on Joy's blog really put the icing on the (cup)cake!!!!! It's too bad I put my biz on hold. Geez, I really need to update my website.

Thank you Joy for the nice post! Maybe one day I can bake you some cupcakes because if you haven't tried a Hey Cupcake! cupcake, you haven't lived!!!! hahaha.

p.s. I am DONE with my third semester!!!!! One more to go!!!!!! I'm going to be a real nurse soon. Crazy, right?!?

Saturday, July 18, 2009

A-MAZING!!!!!

The jellybean shared this amazing choir group with me and now I want singing lessons. haha.

I present to you, hailing from Staten Island, the PS 22 choir! Please press play! =) I promise you'll like it!



Here is their blog:
http://ps22chorus.blogspot.com/

And here is their youtube channel:

Spread the love!

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

LOVE IT!!!



My amigo Jay Horinouchi posted this on his facebook. ME LIKEY!!!! I need a uke!!!

What does this mean????

I'm a little embarrassed to post this because my feet were peeling in this photo and my feet are fugly, but it's too funny not to post.

When I returned from Turks & Caicos I got a mosquito bite on my foot...in the shape of a heart!!!! hahhaa. What on earth does this mean???? hahhaha.

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It's been a while...

Geez, I haven't blogged in ages! Well, here we go! Time for some photos!

(I am too pooped to write any comments about these photos. Maybe I'll come back later and do it another time. MAYBE. haha.)

If anyone is still out there, HOLLA!!!!

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Been basilsitting for a friend. Now the plant is gone. Should've made the pesto!!! hhahha j/k Erica! It thrived under my care.

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Friday, May 29, 2009

Weekend of Janelle

Boy oh boy is my roommate loved. She had three days of celebration in honor of her 26th year of life. And I got to be a part of all three! Hope you had a good birthday, Janelle! As Cathy would say, grab 26 by the balls!

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Janelle in front of her P-wagon. (This is a Pulp Fiction reference. Remember the yellow truck? haha.)

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Having cupcakes and wine at Sweet Revenge, a cupcake bar in the West Village. We definitely enjoyed their cupcakes. 

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My girls can eat!!!! Cupcakes that is. 

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Awkward pose. haha. I really liked the way the cupcakes were wrapped. Easy to peel.

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Janelle with the Anz. 

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CUTE. haha. I know who she's waiting for. hahha.

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I finally got to head down to Red Hook in Brooklyn to go to Baked. Years ago I watched this bakery come to life on the food network-I saw their struggles, their determination. It was really cool seeing the place in real life, all that hard work!They seem to be doing really well. They're friends with Martha, they've been featured on Oprah, and now they have their own cookbook! It's very inspiring. One day! =) 

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I like the bird perched on top, but if that was in my apt., I'd be creeped out. haha. 

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The sweet and salty cake was delicious! The cake was very moist. The frosting is caramel flavored with fleur de sel sprinkled on top. YUM!

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We don't mess around here. We get our business done!!!! haha.

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Cute packaging.

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Happy workers.

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Happy customer :D

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I swear this dog looked bigger in real life. 

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Cousins!

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Cousins!

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Salumeria Rosi. Swine galore! We finally got to try this place! I posted about Salumeria way back then. The prosciutto was delicious! Their little plates were delicious as well. They're served tapas style. Thanks for the meal, Al & Rose! Thanks for having a birthday, Janelle! haha. 

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Self-portrait.

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A sampling of swine and cheese.

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Look at all that deliciousness hanging in the back!

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YUM!

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Photo by Al.

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I think they pulled these rosemary sprigs off the bush in front of the restaurant. I didn't know this until after we left. I freaking ate some of the rosemary. Who knows if they even washed it!!! hahah. I didn't get sick, so I guess I'm ok =)

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This is a random shot, but whenever I look at this pic I start to DROOL! Roasted corn with mayo, chili powder, cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime. You can get this corn at Cafe Habana in Nolita. I love grilled corn in the summer. I miss BBQ-ing!!!!!!! Somebody throw me a steak! haha.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

T & C

I am officially halfway done with my program! It's so crazy how time flies. And the best part of ending my second semester? A trip to Turks and Caicos for a destination wedding!!!! A big grazie to my italiano! =) I had an amazing time!!!

Some highlights of my trip: snorkeling alone with two sharks (not on purpose, not recommended. haha), seeing two sea turtles, a barracuda, a giant manta ray, and conch hunting. Oh, and I also burned like a mofo!!!! The wedding on the beach was beautiful, too. We even had a rainbow pop up at the end of the wedding. =) It was very picturesque. Too bad I didn't post that picture. haha. 

Well, it's time to get back to reality and get back to school (sigh). haha. 

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Thursday, May 7, 2009

L-O-V-E the commercial

L-O-V-E the song even more! This version is by Joss Stone. 

I'm in finals mode. Wish me luck! BRB! =)


Sunday, April 12, 2009

happy birthday, baby!

Miss you!

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