Earlier last week, I celebrated my 43rd birthday. I didn't throw a party or have a birthday cake. In fact, it was very low key, just the way I like it. But this year, I got to celebrate my birthday with two more people in my life - Cruz and Levi! This year's birthday … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate! This is 43
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Let’s Get Real: The Summer of Leyla
Okay! I'm proclaiming it! The summer of 2017 is going to be "Summer of Leyla". What is it exactly? Well, it's going to be about me - taking time for myself. Putting myself first (sometimes). Doing things without fear of judgment (i.e., I don't care what you say, I'm just gonna keep drinking my rosé). … Continue reading Let’s Get Real: The Summer of Leyla
2014 Recap: Some of My Favorite Pictures of Luke
I post tons of pictures of Luke on Instagram, and I love reading the comments that people post. One friend posted that she's always amazed with my pictures of Luke. My response..."He's my muse. My pictures wouldn't be anything if he wasn't in them." And it's true. Taking pictures wouldn't be as fun if it … Continue reading 2014 Recap: Some of My Favorite Pictures of Luke