Friday, March 25, 2011
Charlie Sheen's Surprise Appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Some think he is obnoxious and self-centered while others think he is funny and real. I personally adore him but think he's a bit extreme at times. Who am I talking about? None other than 'Mr. Winning' himself Charlie Sheen.
He has been in the news many weeks now after being dropped from hit TV series Two and a Half Men and his alleged obsession with drugs and porn stars. He recently made headlines again when he made a surprise visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live, during a segment with Mark Cuban. What did he do that was so abrupt? Sheen greeted Kimmel with a kiss on the lips. Wooooow!!! He is known to be the 'ladies man' so it caught me off guard to see him kiss another man. This was a bit over the top but then again it's Charlie Sheen...
To Diet or Not to Diet....
Since recently I have been realizing changes in my body; very scary changes. I am getting fat! Ever since I were a child I have always eaten whatever and whenever I wanted. I have never paid attention to what I eat nor have I been a fan of the gym, mainly because I never had issues with weight. Now that I'm in my mid-20's it is inevitable to maintain my weight as my metabolism rate has slowed down. At first I was ignoring these changes but recently decided to re-evaluate my diet and take bettter care of my body.
I drink a lot of juices and sodas and barely any water. Yes I know you guys are saying I'm crazy but water was always a last resort for me. I have however did a complete 180-degrees and now water is always my first choice. I have cut out sodas completely and I'm careful with the juices that I buy. I read the labels very carefully now.
Everyday for lunch I used to eat Pollo Tropical; quarter chicken, yellow rice and balsamic tomatoes. Very yummy but I have also cut it out, well not completely. I have decided to cut out rice and substitute it for a salad. There are some days now that I bring my own lunch to work. I have been doing a lot of chicken caesar salads, salmon with vegetables, and grilled chicken wraps. I can honestly say I do feel the fat slowly melting off my skin and I don't feel as bloated and fatigue as I used to.
I love fruits but hardly have it. I was used to snacking on cheetos or oreos but now I have also cut out these snacks. I prepare a big tupperware of various fruits such as pineapple, watermelon and grapes and bring it to work with me everyday. Every time I get the muches, I reach for my fruits.
Now last but not least, I started going to the gym. Not on my own because I would never be able to tell the purpose of each machine. My friends find it funny because they know I'm not a fan, as I used to watch them workout instead of working out with them. I am loving the elliptical and the treadmill. I'm really busy between juggling work and school but I now make it an effort to workout at least three times per week. I also try to swim for at least an hour per week.
These changes have not been easy especially since this was my lifestyle. I am proud however that my self-discipline is beyond my expectations. Taking better care of my body and eating healthier has never felt this great.....
I drink a lot of juices and sodas and barely any water. Yes I know you guys are saying I'm crazy but water was always a last resort for me. I have however did a complete 180-degrees and now water is always my first choice. I have cut out sodas completely and I'm careful with the juices that I buy. I read the labels very carefully now.
Everyday for lunch I used to eat Pollo Tropical; quarter chicken, yellow rice and balsamic tomatoes. Very yummy but I have also cut it out, well not completely. I have decided to cut out rice and substitute it for a salad. There are some days now that I bring my own lunch to work. I have been doing a lot of chicken caesar salads, salmon with vegetables, and grilled chicken wraps. I can honestly say I do feel the fat slowly melting off my skin and I don't feel as bloated and fatigue as I used to.
I love fruits but hardly have it. I was used to snacking on cheetos or oreos but now I have also cut out these snacks. I prepare a big tupperware of various fruits such as pineapple, watermelon and grapes and bring it to work with me everyday. Every time I get the muches, I reach for my fruits.
Now last but not least, I started going to the gym. Not on my own because I would never be able to tell the purpose of each machine. My friends find it funny because they know I'm not a fan, as I used to watch them workout instead of working out with them. I am loving the elliptical and the treadmill. I'm really busy between juggling work and school but I now make it an effort to workout at least three times per week. I also try to swim for at least an hour per week.
These changes have not been easy especially since this was my lifestyle. I am proud however that my self-discipline is beyond my expectations. Taking better care of my body and eating healthier has never felt this great.....
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Birthday Cake with Personality
My friend recently posted some photos on Facebook from her birthday party and everything about her party seemed not only fabolous but also extraordinary. One thing that stuck out most was her birthday cake. It represented her so well; Chanel pocketbook and Christian Louboutin shoes. I just thought I would share such great craftmanship with you guys.
Ballin' on a Budget
As females it is our duty to always look good. Some of us can maintain our upkeep on a regular without being budget-conscious and some of us may struggle. It is every woman's inalienable right to have a pulled-together, stylish and confident wardrobe. Most of us have this notion however that in order to accomplish these things, we have to spend a lot of money. That is a myth! So often I see females spend hundreds of dollars on one outfit but don't look pulled-together. My duty is to help the budget-conscious female look good while on a budget. I won't give a long list of places to shop. Instead I will let you in on the stores that do it for me. The stores that have merchandise that make you look like a million bucks when you didn't even spend fifty.
Forever 21
My all time favorite store to shop is forever 21. Three-quarter of my closet comprise of stuff from there. They are well-known for their inexpensive and fashion-forward merchandise. I absolutely love this store because no matter who you are and what your fashion sense is, you are guaranteed to find something that suits you. They recentlty started carrying plus sizes and this has broadening their clientele. They carry apparel, accessories, shoes and make-up. Most of their clothing is priced below thirty-five dollars. Spending two hundred dollars can make you feel as if you got a whole new wardrobe.Take my advice and stop spending hundreds of dollars on clothing that goes out of style anyway. Visit a Forever 21 store, you will still be trendy and I bet no one will be able to really tell the difference.
Hot Miami Styles
I came across Hot Miami Styles website one day while just doing random searches on Google and I have been addicted ever since. They do carry a wide range of merchandise but my favorite thing to purchase from them are dresses. They have the most unique and affordable dresses. They update their site just about every week with new merchandise and because of this I purchase a dress a week. Their price is also great as all dresses are under forty dollars. Perfect place to shop for that girls' night outfit.
Make Me Chic
This was a site that was recommended by a friend. I have never heard of it and thought it wouldn't hurt to check it out. This is now one of my favorite websites to shop. They carry very trend-saavy merchandise that is very similar in price as Forever 21 and they are within my budget. I buy everything from them such as apparel, accessories, shoes and even lingerie. They also offer great coupons from time to time.
Forever 21
My all time favorite store to shop is forever 21. Three-quarter of my closet comprise of stuff from there. They are well-known for their inexpensive and fashion-forward merchandise. I absolutely love this store because no matter who you are and what your fashion sense is, you are guaranteed to find something that suits you. They recentlty started carrying plus sizes and this has broadening their clientele. They carry apparel, accessories, shoes and make-up. Most of their clothing is priced below thirty-five dollars. Spending two hundred dollars can make you feel as if you got a whole new wardrobe.Take my advice and stop spending hundreds of dollars on clothing that goes out of style anyway. Visit a Forever 21 store, you will still be trendy and I bet no one will be able to really tell the difference.
Hot Miami Styles
I came across Hot Miami Styles website one day while just doing random searches on Google and I have been addicted ever since. They do carry a wide range of merchandise but my favorite thing to purchase from them are dresses. They have the most unique and affordable dresses. They update their site just about every week with new merchandise and because of this I purchase a dress a week. Their price is also great as all dresses are under forty dollars. Perfect place to shop for that girls' night outfit.
Make Me Chic
This was a site that was recommended by a friend. I have never heard of it and thought it wouldn't hurt to check it out. This is now one of my favorite websites to shop. They carry very trend-saavy merchandise that is very similar in price as Forever 21 and they are within my budget. I buy everything from them such as apparel, accessories, shoes and even lingerie. They also offer great coupons from time to time.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
What is the purpose of the Bad Girls Club
We love the cattiness, we love the name-calling and of course we love all the drama but what is the ultimate purpose of the Bad Girls Club?
The Bad Girls Club is a reality television series that airs on Monday nights on Oxygen at 9 p.m. It is currently on its sixth season and even though I love the show and have been watching it since the first season, I still can't comprehend how the show is helping to mold these "so-called bad girls" into better people.
Basically the show documents the lives of seven young women who have personal, behavioral, and psychological problems. The women must live together in a mansion for three months and must be able to adapt and respect each other's space but that is hardly ever the case, as there is a fight every episode.
The purpose of having these women on the show is to help them grow to be "normal" people in society but the show is not offering that at all to these women as it implies that bad behavior is justifiable. There is constant partying with unlimited booze, constant fighting and frequent promiscuity. How is the show helping these women to shy away from the things that make them "bad girls"? It is not, as there is no true guidance or counseling offered to assist these women.They are left alone to act out irrationally to boost their ratings and make a name for themselves.
The show is fun to watch but I think that some sort of rehabilitation program needs to be implemented to showcase that these "bad girls" have overcome certain behavioral problems. They say once a good girl is gone bad, she's gone forever. Who said it can't be vice versa?
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Cruising is the Best Vacation Value...
I work as a Reservations agent for a cruise line and even though I have been with the company for over a year, I just recently I had the pleasure of cruising for the very first time and it was a great experience.It was something that I have always wanted to do and I used my birthday as the perfect opportunity to get time off from work. Since I work in the cruise industry, I was very knowledgeable of how everything works and also aware of the additional costs that would incur on vacation, such as gratuities, fuel charge and of course shore excursions. This background knowledge enabled me in planning my trip not only with detail but most importantly with a budget.
Courtesy of Celebration Cruise Line
I really enjoyed every minute of my vacation even though it was only three days and two nights. I have come up with five reasons why cruising is the best vacation value.
1. Your mind is at ease knowing that your cabin and your meals are already paid for. It felt great while I was on my cruise to know that I had a place to sleep for the nights I was onboard and also that I had the choice to dine at either of four great restaurants. This was a great feeling because with other vacations you would always worry about where to lodge, where to eat, what to eat and if it is within your budget. On the other hand with cruising, passengers feel more at ease knowing that they have paid in advance for their cabin and that it's just up to them to choose where they wish to dine.
2. You are never bored on a cruise. Many people develop a misconception that since you are on a ship, that you are confined and limited in activities and entertainment and you get bored easily, but that is not true. Cruising provides activities that caters to everyone whether young or old.While on vacation there was so much for my girlfriends and I to do that it was impossible to do them all. There were activities by the pool at designated times, a two-level nightclub, comedy club, Las Vegas style shows, a casino, karaoke and happy hour at the bar lounge. There were not only activities for adults as the children as well had their own fun. Some of which included designated areas for them depending on their age group, video game lounges, movie theatre, and pool activities.
3. Everything is in one location and you don't have to leave the ship for anything except when we dock for shore excursions. Again this puts your mind at ease because you don't have to worry about leaving the ship as all the amenities and facilities you would need are right there on the ship with you. There are no worries as to where you can go to get your laundry done, to go to the gym, the spa, to eat, to have a drink, to swim, to sleep, to gamble, to party, to shop or to get information on activities because cruising provides it all. It is like a one-stop shop.
4. You get to visit multiple destinations. Usually when I go on vacation, I am stationed at one particular resort or destination. With cruising however it provides the opportunity to visit multiple destinations, of course depending on the length of the cruise. You can find yourself on different islands or different countries day by day. You get to experience the culture of every destination, explore the area, go on excursions and when it is all over you return to the comfort of your floating resort. This I believe adds value to cruising and lays the foundation as to why cruising is the best vacation value. If you were to try to visit various destinations on land or to fly from one destination to another it can be very time consuming and costly.
5. You get so pampered by the staff that you don't want to go home. I have stayed at numerous resorts before where the staff checked up on me occasionally or only attended to me if I notified them of an issue or problem. With cruising however the staff, especially your waiters and cabin stewards provide exceptional service making the cruising experience a lot more luxurious and hassle free. Our cabin steward checked up on us numerous times to notify us of the activities for the day, to see if we needed anything whether it was fresh towels or just ice for the room. The waiters were just as exceptional and they attended to us in a timely manner. They made me feel like the gratuities I paid up front for them wasn't enough.
The next you plan a vacation I urge you to consider a cruise and you will see it was a great investment for not only the reasons I have listed but much more. Happy sailing....
Courtesy of Celebration Cruise Line
I really enjoyed every minute of my vacation even though it was only three days and two nights. I have come up with five reasons why cruising is the best vacation value.
1. Your mind is at ease knowing that your cabin and your meals are already paid for. It felt great while I was on my cruise to know that I had a place to sleep for the nights I was onboard and also that I had the choice to dine at either of four great restaurants. This was a great feeling because with other vacations you would always worry about where to lodge, where to eat, what to eat and if it is within your budget. On the other hand with cruising, passengers feel more at ease knowing that they have paid in advance for their cabin and that it's just up to them to choose where they wish to dine.
2. You are never bored on a cruise. Many people develop a misconception that since you are on a ship, that you are confined and limited in activities and entertainment and you get bored easily, but that is not true. Cruising provides activities that caters to everyone whether young or old.While on vacation there was so much for my girlfriends and I to do that it was impossible to do them all. There were activities by the pool at designated times, a two-level nightclub, comedy club, Las Vegas style shows, a casino, karaoke and happy hour at the bar lounge. There were not only activities for adults as the children as well had their own fun. Some of which included designated areas for them depending on their age group, video game lounges, movie theatre, and pool activities.
3. Everything is in one location and you don't have to leave the ship for anything except when we dock for shore excursions. Again this puts your mind at ease because you don't have to worry about leaving the ship as all the amenities and facilities you would need are right there on the ship with you. There are no worries as to where you can go to get your laundry done, to go to the gym, the spa, to eat, to have a drink, to swim, to sleep, to gamble, to party, to shop or to get information on activities because cruising provides it all. It is like a one-stop shop.
4. You get to visit multiple destinations. Usually when I go on vacation, I am stationed at one particular resort or destination. With cruising however it provides the opportunity to visit multiple destinations, of course depending on the length of the cruise. You can find yourself on different islands or different countries day by day. You get to experience the culture of every destination, explore the area, go on excursions and when it is all over you return to the comfort of your floating resort. This I believe adds value to cruising and lays the foundation as to why cruising is the best vacation value. If you were to try to visit various destinations on land or to fly from one destination to another it can be very time consuming and costly.
5. You get so pampered by the staff that you don't want to go home. I have stayed at numerous resorts before where the staff checked up on me occasionally or only attended to me if I notified them of an issue or problem. With cruising however the staff, especially your waiters and cabin stewards provide exceptional service making the cruising experience a lot more luxurious and hassle free. Our cabin steward checked up on us numerous times to notify us of the activities for the day, to see if we needed anything whether it was fresh towels or just ice for the room. The waiters were just as exceptional and they attended to us in a timely manner. They made me feel like the gratuities I paid up front for them wasn't enough.
The next you plan a vacation I urge you to consider a cruise and you will see it was a great investment for not only the reasons I have listed but much more. Happy sailing....
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Beauty and Brains....
Many of us have beauty but no brains and many of us have brains but no beauty. The ones who are blessed with both are very rare. My youngest sister, Katherine-Grace happens to be an 11 year old with this rare attribute of both brains and beauty.
Katherine currently lives with my mom in Jamaica and is now in the 6th grade. I recently received a copy of her report card for last school term and it made me smile from ear to ear. She has always excelled in school but I was really proud of her this time around.
The family has been going through some rough times and in the midst of everything, Katherine still managed to produce good grades. Everyday I feel more privileged to call her my sister not only because she is as cute as a button but the mere fact that she is consistent, goal-oriented, and hardworking.
I have no doubt in my mind that she will continue to produce excellent grades, especially since I reward her for her hard work every time.
The family has been going through some rough times and in the midst of everything, Katherine still managed to produce good grades. Everyday I feel more privileged to call her my sister not only because she is as cute as a button but the mere fact that she is consistent, goal-oriented, and hardworking.
I have no doubt in my mind that she will continue to produce excellent grades, especially since I reward her for her hard work every time.
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