Chanel No 22

This happens to be my favorite perfume. But it's very expensive. Doesn't that always happen? The first time I got this, it was a gift from one of my bosses/friends. I don't have a typical job. And being a performer, you tend to get lots of beauty items as gifts. This is one of my all time favorites!

I really do love this scent! It's based on white flowers. Some of my very favorite flowers in the world. :) Like Lily of the Valley and white Roses. And there is something very classic and romantic about this scent. I'm just so happy that I got a new bottle of this as a Christmas gift. It really did make my day! ♥Besitos

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas everyone! I know, it's early in the morning. But I'm still up wrapping presents. I'm pretty sure it's tradition in my family. To wait til the last minute. I didn't. I had everything done like always. But my parents had to go shopping yesterday. On Christmas Eve!

Yes, we're at my house this year. And we went to our little mall. Which was jammed packed! And I lost my Mom. How that happened, I don't know. But we made it home. And had a great dinner. My Mom's rellenos are the best! She makes special round one for Christmas. And that is pretty much all I had for dinner. :)

This year, I'm not completely in the spirit. It's just been a tough year. But I did manage to get a Christmas tree up. And some lots around the front window. I find that to be a success this year. Most of all, I'm just happy to be with my parents. Isn't that what the holidays are all about?

Well, I better go get some sleep. Before I know it, it will be time to head to church. And then, make something yummy for breakfast. We're not the type of family that opens gifts first thing. We've never been. But it's still a very fun holiday! Feliz Navidad! ♥Besitos

Feliz Navidad

What can I say? It's almost Christmas. And I'm pretty excited! My Mom just wants to hear a Mariachi play Feliz Navidad. But at this point, I think we're all out of luck. As far as hearing it live. Nonetheless, we're in great spirits around here. My Mom is cooking away. I'm still wrapping presents. And my Dad is relaxing in the living room.

It's a nice Christmas Eve. Thus far. We have to go shopping later. My Dad and I are heading out as soon as we have breakfast. And then, later this afternoon, we're all going to the mall. Can you tell that my parents are procrastinators? ♥Besitos

Russian Red

Have you been wanting the perfect red lipstick? With the holidays around the corner, I've heard many of my friends tell me that they're looking for a good red. And they all come to me. Why? Because I'm a performer. And 90% of the time, I'm wearing red lipstick.

Over the years, I've tried many, man red lipsticks. All different brands and price points. That's a plus to working with a makeup artist. You get to try their makeup, before having to hand over your hard earned cash.

But for $14.50, you can get my favorite red lipstick, MAC's Russian Red. It's perfect. Does not budge. For me, that's all I really needed to know. I needed a lipstick that would stay in place. Not one that would be on my teeth when I was trying to sing. Or would smear easily. I work a tough schedule, the last thing I want to worry about is my lipstick.

If you're looking for a great color for the holidays, you can't go wrong with Russian Red. I'm pale. As pale as you can get. It's tough to find the perfect red. But this is it! And under $15 a tube. Nothing says the holidays like a perfect red pout. ♥Besitos

It's All in the Frijoles

This book, it's one my favorites. :) When I first moved, I went shopping. I had little money. Very little money to just throw away. I was now a happy home owner, and a soon to be college freshman.

But I found myself in the quaint town, nearby the college town I was living in. And I was in this dusty old bookstore. Oh bookstores. How I love thee! There I found Yolanda Nava's book. And I just had to have it.

There went my trip to the nearby Candy Shop. But I had this amazing book. Which I read from cover to cover that evening. It was the middle of July. Hot and rainy. I sat on an old side table, in my porch. A table that the previous owners had left behind. And I was in love!

"It's All in the Frijoles" cost me $15. And was well worth it. That was nearly 7 years ago. And I still have it. The following summer, my grandparents came to visit me. And mi abuelita fell in love with this book. There's just something about it. The stories and dichos take me back to my childhood. It's a great find for anyone wanting a good read. ♥Besitos

For Audrey

This is For Audrey. My favorite nail polish from China Glaze. I found it one day that I went to Sally's Beauty Supply. I was there looking for a red nail polish. And I seen this gorgeous Tiffany Blue display. When I noticed the name, I just had to buy it! Audrey Hepburn is one of my all time favorite actresses.

This is one of my nail polishes that I continue to grab for. It's my go to. I love the color and the formulation. I know, it's more of a summery color. But I think the blue is beautiful for winter. Oh, I just love this color! ♥Besitos