Surround yourself with amazing people

I read a blog this morning about some research that was done about how we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with, and if thats the case, I AM IN TROUBLE! lol, joking, but really, it had me thinking, who are the five people I spend the most time with? It changes for me often, so right now, I would say, definitely my husband, then, I would say my co-worker, then comes my students (when class is in session), and this is sad, but the next "person" is the internet. Now looking at this list, it doesn't excite me. The more impressive/vibrant/intelligent/positive the people are that you surround yourself with, the better you become.

SO-- my mission this Fall, actually starting right now, is to surround myself with amazing people. I think I've done a fine job at cutting out the weeds from my life, so now is the time to invite more amazing people in! So EXCITED about this! I know EXACTLY where to start! At my art class and finding an all girls running group! I'm getting on that ASAP!

I think everyone should think about and analyze their own five people. Try it out.

One night, party in DC!

It was great to head to DC to party for one night and head back the next day. It was such a cosmopolitan experience, which of course I love. It was also great to share my friends birthday with her. She looked fabulous and we all had an amazing time eating cake, dancing, laughing and meeting new people. 

Good times, just as I had imagined. 

loving life...

Abstract Art, My First Painting.

Acrylic Paint on Canvas.

Reflection & Appreciation

I'm on my way to DC right now. Spanish guy is sitting next to me and one of my great friends from college and a few of her friends are waiting for me at Union Station in DC to have brunch, tonight we are going to party near the White House, its her 30th birthday! She rented out a patio space at a cool bar//restaurant/lounge. Its going to be a great time, and tomorrow, after some breakfast and a beach outing, we'll be heading back to NYC and I'll be back to work on Monday morning.

I really struggled with this three-week vacation. I had too much time to think about things, and I really questioned a lot about my life right now. I felt at a loss at times with my living situation, not really my situation right now, but more so, my future home. Where to live, when to move... I'm lucky that I even have the option of moving! So I should've focused on the positive, but instead, maybe because of my monthly crazy hormones, I was concerned and stressed by it...

It's crazy how our own perspective on things can change so drastically from one week to the next. I'm usually NOT like that, but I think the timing was off with my vacation and my hormones, haha.

Anyway, as I have four hours on this bus to reflect, I'm thinking that when I'm feeling down or stressed, I should take charge of my own life, starting with a reflection on the things I'm appreciative for right now. So here they are:

• Having friends and family all over the world to visit and have new experiences with!
• My hair and my body
• My husband who is super supportive, a motivated worker, healthy, handsome and a traveler!
• The ability to afford all the things that I want in life.
• To have a good job that makes me happy.
• Living close to everything that I need so that I dont waste my time in transit: my job, restaurants, supermarkets, running paths, the river, a pool, entertainment, etc.
• My energy level
• My husbands energy level
• My friends energy levels
• The uncertainty of the future
• Spain, in general.
• My students, so funny and interesting, I learn from them and laugh with them every day!
• Coral Colored Lipstick
• The following sports: running, soccer, tennis, swimming and rock climbing
• My view
• Fresh air and water
• Documentaries, so I have an interesting way of learning about things
• The pillows and blankets on my bed, DREAMY!
• My brothers.
• My cousin and BFF.

So as I travel to DC, I'm taking control of my mood and my life. I'm sure I'll have a good time tonight because I'll be surrounded by good food and drink, and the love of my husband and good friend. Love, reflection and appreciation are what I need right now and thats what I have.

What do you appreciate right now?

Mini Vacation

 Just back from a four-day beach getaway in Florida. 

The weather wasn't so great in the afternoons, but I spent every morning at the beach, walking, reading, relaxing, and swimming!

Tranquility.

Now I'm off to Washington DC to end my three-week vacation! More blogs to come!

LIFE

I spent a lovely Monday morning riding my bike for miles and miles and then was off to the beach, early morning. It was so nice to be there before everyone else. I went swimming, walking, and just relaxed under the sun. I wish everyday could be like that. I very badly want to escape from NYC and live back in Spain. Its so difficult because the economy there is so bad, and to find work and have time for all the amazing life experiences: travel, beach, nights out, long walks, it would be hard. I'm not sure what to do at this point. Until I figure it out, I'll enjoy all of the small moments I have in NYC. 

On a side note, I think I'm going to get a major haircut today or tomorrow... maybe... hehe.

Summer vacations

I'm on vacation right now. I'm on my 4th day in- with two more weeks to go. I've decided to split my vacation in half this year. The first week I'm going to do things that I've always wanted to do in NYC, and the second part of it, I'm going traveling and visiting people around the USA. So far, I've filmed for a TLC Reality Show (hehe), I've taken a figure sketching class at The Art Studio in Manhattan, and I have a painting class next week where I'm going to leave with a masterpiece! I've always LOVED art. It feeds my soul and to do it in my own neighborhood, with wine, its fabulous! I'm reading a book, "Spontaneous Happiness" by Andrew Weil, MD as well. It talks about what really makes us happy and the history of Depression in the USA. Its quite interesting and I cant put it down. Yesterday, Spanish Guy and I sat in the park, under a tree, with a nice breeze and I read my book and he read his. It was so peaceful, and I felt so at ease.

On Wednesday I went rowing through the Hudson River, That was SO adventurous! The waves were pretty strong, and the ladder to get to the boat was slippery and thin. I thought I might die, but it was nice once I got on the boat!

Tomorrow I'll be taking a ferry from Manhattan to a nature reserve to bike ride, swim in the ocean and have a picnic. I need it, my soul needs it.

Also on my list:

• Paddle Boarding
• Tennis
• Read another book
• Lots of sleep
• Re-design my bedroom
• Visit my mom
• See friends
• Cook new foods/recipes

I'm taking this vacation to really explore my interests, become healthier, and feed my soul. So far, so good.

My art:

I've had visitors as well, my BFF was in NYC. LOVED it! We did the whole MeatPacking District/Rooftop Bar thing! PERFECT!

MORE SOON!

weeks of healing

One week down, a few more to go. I’m still recovering from my surgery, and its not as bad as I thought it would be. I’ve been walking a few miles everyday in nature to stay active, and I’m back to work, (which is kinda good), I haven’t been partying because that could affect my health, instead I’m partaking in cultural activities. I went to the NYC World Cup Game this weekend, (Spanish Guy is playing in it, woot-woot), and we went to a private Switzerland Day party at the Central Park Zoo, Dr Ruth was there! So cute!

I’ve been having lots of dinners and lunches with friends that have come to visit. Its been nice I have to say… but again, not my typical summer… more blogs to come, my life has slowed down a bit. Not much excitement on my end.

Central Park Zoo, Switzerland National Day Party

Central Park Zoo- afterhours, Switzerland National Day Party

Spanish Guy, working it!

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