back to blogging

i swear i tried to be good about utilizing my blog, but as expected...i fell off. However, I swear i'll try to be more consistent! It's so hard for me to dedicate time to sitting in front of my laptop between work and school.. and everything in between. But recently, I was reminded why I ever even started blogging.  I started blogging to create an outlet for myself. And more than ever, I need an outlet to channel out not just emotions.. but my thoughts, lessons learned, ideas, memories, etc.  So with all that said, let's do some catching up. =)

last quarter of 2010.. babies! babies! babies! Baby showers.. then came the babies! In September Miles was born,  October Riley was born, November Ryden was born, & in December Charlie! OMG! can you say baby boom?! Never thought this phase of our lives would come so soon... but these babies are absolute blessings! I love them..and wish there was more time in a day just to be around them. <3 In December, one my closest friends tied the knot w/ her hubby.  I have to admit, Nina & Brian's wedding was the first and only wedding I have ever cried.. Yes.. I CRIED. I believe at some point I wept.. wether or not the 7 bottles of champagne had anything to do with it, I am so happy for them!  They're evidently so in love, and for that reason.. I let my wingman go! lol.  It was such an honor to be a bridesmaid.. and crowned the queen of all wasted bridesmaids.  Not to mention, I caught the bouquet at her wedding. How do I feel about that? No comment.  Anyways, I ended 2010 with a bang..yes, you guessed right! A grand finale trip to Sin City. I celebrated my friend Vanessa's 30th bday alongside with some of the most insane girls in my life! However, I cannot disclose anymore details of that trip. =)


2011.. has been absolutely wonderful to me! I started my year in the east coast! Washington DC, New York, & Virginia! Although it was freezing, I had a blast! <3 Mid-January, I went on what I believe may be my last snowboarding trip in Lake Tahoe! I kid you not..I go snowboarding every year, and I never ever get any better. =( But this time around the battle wounds stayed with me a little longer than previous trips. I was sore and miserable. Although I love the rush of snowboarding.. going what feels like 100mph down a slope with absolutely no idea how I'm going to stop, I don't think I can do it anymore.  bOO! getting old sucks.  Since then I've been slaving away to all my duties and responsibilities. I have a few upcoming trips that I'm really looking forward to! Updates to follow =)

guess who's back.

My blog has suffered a drought since my laptop charger has been broken.. and I never took the time to replace it.  Not to mention..I just realized I never clicked "publish" on my bahamas blog.. which was like 3 months ago. Since then.. Unfortunately I've only made it to Coos Bay, Oregon for July 4th weekend. Traveling and mini vacations have been put on hold since I've been in a whirl wind of baby showers. My birthday is approaching soon and so far, I've only planned a brunch for my F.G.'s and I. I cannot wait.. and honestly I don't think I'd rather have it any other way. Forget the club & glammin up.. let's brunch it up over some vegan food! more ramblings shall be on their way. stay tuned =)

the sweetest vacation.

This past year has probably been the longest time I've stayed in San Francisco without taking any vacations (including mini-vacations!) ever. And the wait was more than worth it. Our first night in Florida, we went to Bayside, Miami. Bayside was a bit of everything for everyone.. shops, night clubs, restaurants, live band..and Pina Coladas! Definitely a lot of Miami locals (easily distinguished by their love for ed-hardy) but the weather was definitely Miami Heat!  Next morning was onto  Port of Miami to board our cruise ship. Everything (except for occasional rocking & swaying) of the Carnival Destiny cruiseline was awesome! Food was delicious, service was outstanding.. and the rest & relaxation was genuine. Lay out in the sun, get up and eat, swim and drink...and do it again. However, I did stay on top of my fitness and worked out in their gym. Their gym was decent.. cardio machines (no free weights..boo) complete with sauna & steam room... so there was no excuse for getting vacation-fat. There was never room for boredom aboard... shows, casinos, clubs, comedians, laser-tag, and 24 hours of food service! gOod god. My final thought on the trip... EVERYBODY MUST SEE THE BAHAMAS AT LEAST ONCE IN THEIR LIVES!

Bayside, Miami

[top by charlotte russe, shorts by rock& republic]

All Aboard!

[ swim suit by h&m, dress by charlotte russe, marc jacobs tote]

Our First Dinner!

[ gold tank by french connection, skirt by f21 ]

Formal Dinner

 

Deelicious lobster dinner!! 

[dress by United Colors of  Benetton, heels by French Connection]

First Island.. Grand Turk!

  

[tunic and swimsuit by h&m]

 Casino Looser Sits Out. 

 

[ dress by charlotte russe, h&m studded sandals ]

Next stop.. Cayman Islands!

 

[dress & messenger tote by marc jacobs, kenneth cole sandals ]

bahama mama.

after a week of nothing but rest & relaxation.. i am back! And definitely hit the ground running.. after a series of delayed flights.. I finally made it home at midnight, and was more than ready to work at 8am this morning. I must say, I am in love with my tan! More post on the trip to follow..

So unreal...

Prince Of Persia.

zZzZzzZzzzZzz...let's just say I'm well-rested.  I'm sure it was a good movie... I just don't do movies.

In other news.. BFF Tones texted me today.. John Collins is how I'll be spending my Friday night before departure.. Hopefully sometime between now & then.. I should be making progress into finally getting my suitcase together. 

lag..lag..lag..i'm just too social.

i'm OFFICIALLY on vacation.. and i have yet to do anything in regards to packing..well.. for the past few months my mom & i have been using this getaway as an excuse to go shopping any opportunity we're together.. so she's actually kinda,sorta put all the stuff we bought in a suitcase for me. THANKS MOM.

However, I have been making time to be a social butterfly. Talk about priorities, right?  I finally caught up with a client-turned-friend last night over dinner.It was seriously sooOoo chill.  It's still soo weird to me how I have so many friendships that have seriously sprouted from nowhere.. and it's so amazing to know just how awesome these people can be and that these friendships last even with hardly any contact.  And today.. after getting off work.. Greg, his friend Ron, & I attempted to hit up Kowloon Tong to devour deep fried peanut butter & jelly french toast.. but we failed! We did however end up at Papalote's.. and the SoyRizo burrito was definitely a hit!  And just when you'd think our tummies were full.. we made a trip to Crepe Express on Haight.. ! All I have to say is.. Chantela.. Chocolate crepe with salted butter! HELLLLLOOOO GOOODNESS!

I should seriously consider getting my stuff together for the trip, but I am off to the movies.
 Til next time my loves <3

BITS & PIECES

here's the past few months in a nutshell.. many changes have taken place.. and i love it!

 

Nina is now MRS. Antonina Fillari-Gollier! 

(dress h&m, eyelet shoelaced booties steve madden)

After months and month of being on a hiatus.. I finally went out with my 707ers!

(blazer by free people, h&m dress, heels by jessica simpson)

 Never thought this would be one of our "bad-ass" nights at bad-lands with Mrs. Durant

(long zip sweater by true, marcbymarc jacobs tee & jeans, h&m satchel)

 Fantastic night of wining and dining from home.. via Mink's pad! 

(marcbymarc jacobs button down blouse, true religion skinny jeans, gucci jelly flats, target belt)

 indeed a successful home-cooked dinner with thee best of theee best! 

Stacey's 18th Bday 

I love all 12 of my god-children.. but Jaycel is my sweetheart.

A night out with my bullies. They are my foundation... Family always first. 

My favorite rockstar and I! <3 jen

(h&m dress, arden b. stilettos)

  a night out for mama perla's bday.. the only time it's ok to go to MINK bar. 

(h&m scarf, Divine Rights of Denim jeans, h&m satchel, mossimo boots)

 DELICIOUS dinner at Burma Superstar (well worth the wait.. and pumpkin shrimp!)

(zara cardigan, wide-leg denim by Joe's Jeans, United Colors of Benetton scarf, Gucci purse)

INSANITY AT BAY TO BREAKERS!! 

  After years of saying I would do it.. I did it! And I'd do it again..and again.. and again!

Another reason to appreciate SF's diversity.. and crazies. 

(rabit fur coat from my ex's mom,FCUK gold tank, express leggings,Louis Vuitton satchel, Nike 360s)

 TEA PARTY 

LoveJoy's TeaRoom was definitely a success.

Warm scones, fresh fruit, petit sandwiches, fresh-out-the oven crumpets, cole-slaw, greens, & hot tea.

 Friday Girls forever.. (even with pea's in the pod)

rock-stars have tea time too.

I have the best best-friend in the world.

(nordstroms blazer,h&m dress,steve madden 6" murderous heels,Salvatore Ferragamo evening purse)

 
Celebrating Jay's 25th at Otis.

..so i guess it looks like my life has been one big party.. but keep in mind, these pictures have been taken in the past few months.. whereas 3 years ago, I would've had attended as many parties within a week.  I guess you can say I'm getting old(er).. and having 2 married, pregnant friends along with school and work is enough to situate all of us for a bit.  I am truly excited for the upcoming events.. I'm heading out to Florida on Saturday for a couple days.. then off to the Bahamas I go! So excited! But when I get back.. it's definitely grind time for many occasions and celebrations! Baby showers, birthdays, bridal showers, bachlorettes, weddings.. more babies.. and who knows what's next! til next time..