tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81189771873188928762024-03-18T01:46:12.941-04:00The Adventures of Andie's Traveling PantsAndiepantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14250772812867232700noreply@blogger.comBlogger244125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8118977187318892876.post-49256240868688489002014-10-01T22:43:00.000-04:002014-10-01T22:43:32.080-04:00Well #HelloKeurig <div style="text-align: center;">
A few weeks ago, I received the coolest complimentary test item from Influenster! It was my very own Keurig 2.0, K550! The newest Keurig out and I was able to test it before it hit stores!</div>
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I guess they knew I really loved my coffee in the mornings! I mean, I can't even begin to tell you that I won't leave my house until my travel coffee mug is full and ready to go.</div>
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First things first, my new Keurig came with some sample single cups as well as large sized cups that are good enough to serve 4 cups of coffee which can be poured onto the carafe it came with in the box!</div>
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My first cup was delicious goodness and I was able to select the size and have it my own way! And if you must know, this includes some honey and milk in my cup of Joe. Just make sure you are using the new K-cups that are meant for the Keurig 2.0. Your old K-cups will not be recognized by the machine and you'll just end up wasting them.</div>
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I do have one particular con about the Keurig 2.0, if I want hot water, I am only promised as much as 6oz of hot water. I must also keep my finger on the black Keurig button until I no longer want water. So I have to monitor the amount of water that is poured. Unfortunately, you will not always get 6oz, many times it is less, like 2oz or just a steam. When that happens, you have to reset the machine by opening and closing it again, and allow the water to reheat so that you can fill your cup with hot water.</div>
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Other than that, I am happy with my new Keurig 2.0. I just really want my family and friends to ask for some cafecito when they come over so that they can indulge with me!</div>
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I know you are jealous, just hurry up and say #HelloKeurig as soon as you can!</div>
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Andiepantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14250772812867232700noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8118977187318892876.post-86588622569341687052014-09-15T22:03:00.001-04:002015-07-13T00:07:47.388-04:00Pure Barre or Pure Jello?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last week I called my friend Veronica. She had been anxiously awaiting for my "big paycheck" so that we could sign up to go to a new workout meant to give you a ballerina body. And so I did...I signed up to do the torturous Pure Barre. Lucky, or unluckily, for us, we used to dance. I mean used to...like in high school, and maybe in college, like over 10 years ago. Yeah, that long ago.<br />
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Either way, those years of dancing and ballet did nothing for us in the class, because, let's face it, what does barre have to do with ballet? Absolutely nothing! Other than it gives your muscles ballerina-like definition.<br />
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Anyhow, my body and my weak little muscles were pushed to the point of the shakes! We weren't even using heavy weights (3lbs for me at most) and I couldn't even hold them without doing Taylor Swift's 'Shake It Off' dance to rest my little muscle fibers. It was all isometric movements. And by that I mean, hold your muscles tight and move them just about an inch up, and an inch down...over and over and over. Yeah...you get the idea. Or another visual for you would be like doing wall sits for forever.<br />
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Lucky for me, Megan, the instructor was nice enough to walk around and give Veronica<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (although she kept calling her Victoria) </span>and I positive feedback. Whew! But still, how does she manage to hold her leg up for such a long time?! Of course, I tried my absolutely best to do every single movement right...and what did that get me?<br />
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I couldn't walk, laugh, sneeze, nor cough for 3 days after the class! It was unreal and a great workout. The class doesn't necessarily make you sweat, but if you know me, you know I sweat like a hog. Yeah...big fat hog in a 400 degree brick oven. That's what it felt like. But you know what...it felt good. And like the masochist that I am...I went again today. Not to say I am a masochist again, but I will be going tomorrow to join my friends who couldn't make it today.<br />
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Whew...so here it goes...my body feels like total jello! I know you want to try it now...don't you?!<br />
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You can look up for a studio near you here: <a href="http://www.purebarre.com/">www.purebarre.com</a><br />
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<br />Andiepantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14250772812867232700noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8118977187318892876.post-37430778378118674692014-09-14T21:34:00.002-04:002014-09-15T20:16:41.583-04:00Oldest Fort in U.S. - Castillo de San Marcos<div style="text-align: center;">
I know it has taken me a little while, but I do want to give you a glimpse at my trip to St. Augustine, FL for the 4th of July weekend. St. Augustine is definitely a beautiful city and I was happy I was able to enjoy it with my friends, new friends, and hubby dearest. I also got to share some beautiful fireworks in the oldest city in the continental U.S. It is one of the most beautiful fireworks show in Florida and YES you must go see fireworks here!</div>
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Below is a photo tour of Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fort in the U.S.</div>
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It was a little bit BLAZING hot and we learned it the hard way. If it was up to me, I probably should have worn my bikini <span style="font-size: x-small;">(not that you would want to see me in it)</span> instead of shorts and a tank! </div>
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The flags below represent the countries that took hold of Castillo de San Marcos and St. Augustine. The first one on the left being Spain.</div>
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Before food, we needed water!! And that's what we drank while viewing the fireworks. Oh yes, and make sure you grab a spot early on behind the Castillo, because it is just a sight to have the fireworks light up the sky just behind it.</div>
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I have spent two fabulous weeks with family and friends in Peru. We laughed, we cried, we danced, we ate a lot!</div>
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The hardest part was definitely saying goodbye to my grandfather. In the last 3 years, his age has taken a toll on him. From one year to the next his ability to walk has almost been taken away. He is beginning to forget things. Maybe it's the fact that I'm older, that I'm grown, or that he is my last grandparent alive and I just want him to be around forever. </div>
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I love him. I love the stories they tell me of him since he used to be so strict, but somehow, he had a tender spot for his grand kids. I was his first grandchild, and I love hearing stories of when he would rescue me from my parents when I was getting scolded. </div>
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I love his stubbornness, yet I hate that this keeps him from doing things that would probably help him (like using a sturdier cane). I see him now and thank god for the time that we have spent together. Losing my Mama, his wife, was my first big loss. I never forgave myself for not calling her more often. With Nonna (my dad's mom), it was the same. I was lost. But I vow never to do this again. Never to take my family for granted. I have been lucky enough to visit him two years in a row. I hope I can continue to do the same. I don't ever want to feel like I could have done more to see and spend time with him. </div>
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Never take your loved ones for granted. Love them to pieces every single day!</div>
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My little absence over the past few weeks was due to my fabulous fun filled trip to Peru. </div>
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Amongst ruins, history, food, drinking, dancing, and family fun I had the most wonderful time.</div>
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I went to visit family last year on my own. This year, I brought hubby with me as I promised him to take him Cusco and Machu Picchu. </div>
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I had a great time between learning new things about Peru's history and spending time with old friends and some of my favorite family members, including my grandpa. </div>
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And before I go into any further details, I just want to leave you with some photo highlights of my trip. I am in awe as I have not edited any of the pictures</div>
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This is what my guest room likes looks like at the moment. My closet has thrown up all over the bed as I am trying to pick and chose what outfits to wear to my trip to Peru!</div>
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And SNL's Mango is who I think about whenever I talk about my own mango tree! I mean they are falling everywhere from my trees! What am I to do? I guess I must show them off to you!</div>
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Andiepantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14250772812867232700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8118977187318892876.post-33260131666178853522014-07-18T15:30:00.000-04:002014-07-20T01:52:21.317-04:00Fusion of the day: Korean/Peruvian/Cuban<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So the other day I decided that it would be a great idea to just have a wine, fruit, and cheese type of dinner. I mean, why not? You have your fruits, dairy, and your calcium! Healthy, right?!?</div>
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Yet, something told me it may not have been the best choice, but whatever. I needed to "wine" down. I was starting to get super anxious for my trip! Yipeeee!</div>
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The next day, my foodie friends saved me and decided I needed a sensible dinner. The stashed hubby and I in their car and drove us to a land not too far away, yet once we arrived to FINKA, it appeared that we had just traveled over 30 minutes to the "chic" area of Miami. "FINKA" is a deliciously amicable friendship between Peruvian/Korean/Cuban cuisine. I may be a little biased in regards to Peruvian being the tastiest cuisine, but really, the fusion, mesh, intro, presentation was to die for!</div>
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Early in the night, I asked the bartender to make me a "Chilcano" a refreshing mix of Pisco, lime juice, and ginger ale. So tasty!</div>
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Anyhow, here some of the dishes we had for dinner. And like all great foodies, we order plates to share! Everyone has to taste everyone's food! So dig in and see!</div>
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We were extremely pleased with the food and the prices! Yet, we felt a bit shafted since they did not take reservations on a Thursday night and we had a 50minute wait. Although the music was great and jamming, the volume could have been a bit lower. We were yelling at each other while seating a few inches across from each other at a table! But even with these comments, I would still come back here in a flash!<br />
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Yes, I know, I am late. It is now Tuesday in my timezone as I am late by 45 minutes or so.</div>
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But who cares! Music is what makes the world go 'round anyway!</div>
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And this little Canadian chick makes all my 80s dancing dreams come true. <b><i>Kiesza</i></b> is like that piece of candy you found in your pocket after you thought you had finished all of your Halloween goodies. So sweet!</div>
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As you all know, I am a new tia! My sister had a beautiful baby boy named Noah and he probably has a modeling shoot every day! And if you have a baby (or fur baby), you know that you love filling your FB feed with countless pictures of your bundle(s) of joy.</div>
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Well, little sister is no different. To add, I was the one putting pics of my nephew up all over the place. I just love to stare at him, carry him, and I am just ready to spoil him rotten. I wanted to show you some of the newborn pics of Noah that I've taken with my SLR so here are a "few" pics of baby Noah. </div>
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I didn't think it would be this hard to take newborn pictures!! It took me 3 days to get some good pictures with all of the outfits that my sister had gotten for him. He didn't want to cooperate, was fussy, and stayed awake for the most part.</div>
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Oh, and by the way, he is always frowning. Doesn't he have a "Come at me bro!" or "Why you mad bro?!" look?</div>
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I recently decided to get a new 'do and play with some colors. And why not? I don't work during the summer and I won't have any parents looking at me weird for having crazy hair. I haven't colored my hair in over a decade, so I figured, it's time to try something new. And so I went a little wild and followed these pins for inspiration.</div>
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I really wanted to go for blue streaks, rather than purple, but I couldn't really find any blue streaks on Pinterest for me to show my stylist. She finally told me, that the blue would end up fading into green and she suggested to go for purple instead. Despite her suggestion, I still pushed blue streaks for my hair. Therefore, we compromised and she added both fashion colors to the blonde streaks she had to create on my hair in order to strip it of color.</div>
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She and I couldn't be any more happy with the results as she even took me outside to take pics to add to her Instagram!</div>
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Andiepantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14250772812867232700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8118977187318892876.post-48644412166743163042014-07-09T08:30:00.000-04:002014-09-14T21:47:53.418-04:00Weekend photo dump: St. Augustine, FL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've had a pretty good weekend even if my friend Claudia had to twist my arm to go with her. I wanted to save some money before leaving to Peru in a few weeks and she assured me we'd keep the budget low!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I had always wanted to visit St. Augustine. The oldest city in the United States. The idea was to leave early on Friday so we could walk around the city a bit and then watch the fireworks while sitting next to the Castillo de San Marcos. I will leave you with some pics taken on my iPhone, but I'll introduce you to my cannon photos in the near future!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Little did we know it would be HOT as BALLS in a brick oven! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Luckily, this helped me sweat off all of the calories I ingested!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Too bad we didn't see the list of drinks until after we had ordered! My favorite one was <b>"Sand In Your Butt!"</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">We cheered on and cried for Colombia while they played against Brazil. All in all, it was a great game! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">That night, we watched one of the top most beautiful fireworks displays in Florida! </div><div style="text-align: center;">I saw letters, stars, and stripes light up the sky!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"> On our second day we did some more walking around in hot and humid weather. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Below is proof that I got him on Love Lockdown!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Had some coffee and ate the most delicious desserts at "The Chocolate Turtle". The cafe shop is named after the dessert on the bottom right. SCRUMPTIOUS!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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I am lucky enough to have a robust mango tree in my backyard and for the past month or so, I have been picking mangoes from the tree or picking up those that fall on the ground. And now, I am surrounded by mangoes, they are in my fridge, in my freezer, and in bags ready to get sent to my friends' homes!<br />
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Considering my lovely mango tree, I needed to incorporate these into my easy cooking recipes. This recipe serves 4 people and was very savory and refreshing!<br />
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1/2 tsp. ground cumin</div>
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In a small dish, stir together the spices. Feel free to add a just a tad bit more to crank up the taste. Lightly spray cooking spray on the chicken breasts. I used Olive Oil cooking spray. Sprinkle and cover both sides of chicken breasts with spice mixture. Allow these to sit for in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. When ready, begin by heating margarine in a large nonstick frypan over medium high heat. Add chicken breast strips and cook, turning occasionally, until both sides are deep golden brown and chicken is no longer pink inside, about 10 to 15 minutes. Add mango and green onions. Cook, stirring, just until heated through, for about 1 minute. Remove chicken from heat. Sprinkle with salt, cilantro, and squeeze lime over the chicken. Serve immediately over a bed of rice with a side of broccoli.<br />
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I'll admit, I'm not the best cook, but surprisingly enough, hubby loved it! And did I also mention he is <b>not</b> a mango lover?<br />
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We've had a lot of fun and headaches in remodeling and filling up our new home. And there are many parts of our home I have yet to show you. So I'll begin with this room in our house.</div>
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So this is how the previous owners left the house. I wasn't too into the chair rails and the two-toned green. But before the handymen took over, we made this our dining room.</div>
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However, soon after, we noticed that the pool/ping-pong table the previous owners had left behind could not survive outdoors in the Miami humidity. Therefore we brought it back inside. We painted the walls of the room a blueish gray. And we were lucky enough to inherit 4 barstool chairs from a TV studio from my brother-in-law's job.</div>
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We wanted to dress up our bar area and hubby a million and one ideas for his comic book and card collection. Instead of allowing him to take over one of the walls in the main living room, we agreed on dressing up the play room/bar area. </div>
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So for this Comic Book Display, we decided to take to Ikea to get our ideas started! </div>
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We purchased three 21in RIBBA Picture Ledges for $9.99/each in addition to several RIBBA Picture Frames size 8<span style="font-size: xx-small;">1/2</span> x 11in at $4.99/each. I also bought some black construction paper since the frames are slightly bigger than the comic books and the paper would allow for a black backing for them. </div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">I have to say our little project was fun for both of us. He got to go down memory lane and pick his favorite cards and comic books. And I utilized my overly annoying perfectionism in measuring and placing the ledges and frames on the walls. ha! Now that I am looking at this picture, I think we will add another set of frames to the left side of the window too. What do you think?</span></div>
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We are also in the search for some cool window treatments because we have two large sliding doors and one window that we need to dress up pretty. But, in the meantime...we will enjoy some fun in the pool. </div>
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I will be joining my friends for some beach, fireworks, and old time charm in St. Augustine, FL this weekend. It is the oldest town in the United States! </div>
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I think last time I visited I went with a friend and her father while in college. I don't remember much since it was a quick day trip. But this time, I'll be taking my hubby and my trusty old Cannon.</div>
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I hope to get some beautiful pictures while in the beautiful beach town with the fireworks! </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In the meantime, I wanted to leave you with a few fun projects you could be doing for your fabulous 4th of July festivities!</span></div>
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I encountered a little hiccup when I went to exchange that size since the bra I received was a bit tight. The salespersons weren't too willing to help me out and left me in limbo for almost 10 minutes. I tried on the Incredible style in a different color and size. Then I jumped around in the dressing room like a fool. I immediately noticed that that the bra gave support and also made my girls look pretty sexy and curvy! This is why I bought an additional Incredible VS Sport Bra in addition to the one I exchanged.</div>
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However, the big test was during my HIIT exercise session. I was actually running full force and jumping around while doing burpees. So yes, the #VSSportBra withstood the real test! Although I wish I could've adjusted the shoulder straps a bit, I did feel that it gave me more than enough support throughout my work out.</div>
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Have you ever worn 3 to 5 inch stiletto heels? Do you know how painful these may be?</div>
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Well, just imagine MEN doing these things...yeap, I take off my stilettos to them. </div>
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They work them better than I do. </div>
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These boys are totally fierce and I'm all kinds of jealous that they can move the way they do!</div>
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Andiepantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14250772812867232700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8118977187318892876.post-2188633643221381682014-06-06T17:38:00.005-04:002014-06-06T17:38:52.740-04:00I am in love! Baby Love!<div style="text-align: center;">
Meet my beautiful nephew Noah Alexander.</div>
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He is the most handsome boy I've ever met.</div>
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My little sister and bro-in-law did good! They just don't know that I'll be sneaking in a lot to play with him and hug him!</div>
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So happy to be his auntie!</div>
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Remember this Adonis?</div>
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This is Cristiano Rolando. Hot soccer player from Portugal.</div>
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Look, sigh, wipe mouth, continue...</div>
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This past Saturday he scored the winning penalty goal at the La Liga Championship in Europe.</div>
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This hottie plays with Real Madrid, the same team that David Beckham played for</div>
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...needless to say they are the forever champions since they get all the superstars!! </div>
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Atletico Madrid, the underdogs got duped!!!</div>
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I got myself this awesome Harry Potter inspired bracelet called Wizardry...it's got a snitch, some cute owls, and the Deathly Hallows sign. How appropriate right!?<br />
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Thank you to Kristen from <a href="http://whiskeytangofoxtrotdesigns.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">WTF Designs</a> to help me spruce up my widdle blog!<br />
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There is really nothing wrong with fabricated boy bands...I should know, I adored the New Kids On The Block in my tweens and followed them around the country as an adult a few years ago.</div>
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But the likeness in the boy band formula takes my breath away for this one, because I have discovered the Mexican version of One Direction. They are called CD9. </div>
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Take a listen to their song: "The Party" and don't forget to yelp like a little girl! ;)</div>
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I hope everyone enjoyed Mother's Day weekend!!<br />
I know my crazy family did :) It was the second time we hosted a family get-together at my place. But the first time we've used the pool for this type of gathering. And it was so great!!<br />
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I also wanted to share a delicious salad dressing recipe with you because, it is just my favorite!!<br />
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I love salads...I do, it's kinda sad. The more tangy, sweet, sour, and crunch it has, the more I love it. I feel this salad and its homemade dressing takes the cake for awesomest combo of the above mentioned qualities ;)<br />
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Blend the following items:<br />
1 small white onion<br />
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For the salad itself, you will need spinach, golden raisins, Craisins, sliced almonds, and cherry tomatoes.<br />
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<b>Family tip: </b>the dressing tastes best if you make it a few days prior to serving. Let it sit in the fridge for a few days if possible. Enjoy and happy blending!!!<br />
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You know that restaurant that you just can't get enough of?</div>
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Yeah, that restaurant that you just keep coming back to?</div>
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To me, that's <a href="http://www.eatinghousemiami.com/" target="_blank">Eating House</a>. Eating House is in the heart of Miami and started as a little "POP UP" restaurant that was supposed to have been open a few months. Well, it has now been around for over two years and it makes my tummy happy! </div>
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My first scrumptious experience was going with my foodie friends, Rachel and Jackie, for their Sunday brunch. </div>
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I was definitely excited! I had already heard of their mouth watering menu and seen the pictures on Instagram from those friends in the biz....Guess the foodie bug bit me and I was open to the stuffing my face!</div>
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Yes, that's their mouth watering brunch menu! </div>
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Cap'n'Crunch Pancakes with Condensed Milk & Banana Belgian Waffle with Nutella! </div>
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'Calentado'...short ribs, eggs, rice and beans! Sweet cuban bread 'torrejas'! So good! </div>
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But the truth of the matter is....these pics were taken about 1.5 years ago...My prayers were answered a few months ago since my foodie friend Tati came to visit from LA and of course I had to bring her here for brunch. </div>
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Lucky for hubby and I, we have more foodie friends that are always willing to try a new restaurant out.</div>
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And this time, James, Indira, and little Camden convinced us to stop by a third time, however, this time it was for dinner. Again, Eating House did not disappoint!</div>
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Their menu varies every time, but these were pancakes with short ribs and some delicious dessert that I can't remember the name of!</div>
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This was the favorite of the night...It's called 'Dirt Cup' a mixture of nutella, whipped cream, pretzel, and oreo cookie crumbs! HEAVEN!!</div>
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Yeah...what can I say. You better come visit Miami and eat some grub at Eating House!</div>
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Hurry up! You'll thank me later!</div>
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Jump to 5:38 to see why she rocks my socks!</div>
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