Cupcake Wars

So I finally caught one episode of the show... I had been reminded by a few people that I know to watch it, but somehow I missed last weeks, and finally caught the midnight showing of today's show...

I have to say that I was a bit torn as I watched. A local Bakery, Cupcakes Nouveau were competing, along with a Vegan Cupcake baker, and two other traditional cupcake creators. I honestly felt that what the Miami girls brought to the table was really great, and was disappointed to see them eliminated after the 2nd round, despite all the creativity and cuteness they brought to the table. I haven't personally tried their cupcakes, but I have heard wonderful things about them. There was actually a review posted about them (click here to view it) on my favorite cupcake blog, Cupcakes Take The Cake... but unfortunately, the Vegan girl ended up winning the prize. Her display was fantastic, I must say, and it is definitely a wonderful opportunity for her, especially since she has only been baking professionally for 3 months, but I honestly don't know how I feel about Vegan Cupcakes. I guess I'll have to try some out for myself someday and see.

Anyway, if you like cupcakes, and you want to check out the show, it is airing on Tuesday nights at 9pm on the Food Network. Hopefully, I'll be able to watch it at it's normal time next time around ;)

Happy Blogging! :)

The Haitian Diva's "Aloha" Party

I wanted to take a moment to share some photos from a party we put together for a good friend of ours... It fell upon her closest friends, Alex, Michelle and I, to throw a good send off for The Haitian Diva, Jouvanca. She will be leaving us for a journey across the country to San Jose, California to sing with Opera San Jose this 2010-2011 Season in the roles of "Tosca" in Tosca, "Anna Karenina" in Anna Karenina and "Mimi" in the opera La Bohe

What better way to send off our friend than to say "Aloha", since it does mean both Goodbye and Hello... Jouvanca will not be gone for ever, so this was our way of getting together with her closest friends, and bidding her Farewell and Good Luck!

Here are some photos of the party setup... If you follow me on Facebook, there are photos of the event (with people) as well. We had a FANTASTIC time, and totally caught her off guard... she was completely and utterly surprised! Our evil plan worked ;)

We had some Barbecue, took a dip in the pool under a clear night sky, and laughed the night away...

Jouvanca, we are so glad you enjoyed your party, and wish you all the Luck and Success you deserve!

Happy Blogging! :)

Drop Dead Diva!!!!!!!!!!!

I am totally loving Season 2... every episode just keeps getting better and better! If you don't know what I'm talking about, it's a show on Lifetime called "Drop Dead Diva" about an aspiring model who dies and returns to life in a size 16 body of a smarty pants lawyer.

Let me just say, the show is fantastic!!! I was seriously about to jump out of my seat as I caught up with Episode 3 on Hulu.com (If you would like to watch them, check out Hulu.com and search for Drop Dead Diva). Here is a link to the most recent episode... click here! The show is very entertaining, and I am totally loving the fact that our Heroine is a size 16! Who says the skinny girls have to have all the fun ;)

I definitely suggest you check it out...

Happy Blogging! :)

Summer once again...

It is sometimes hard to believe how quickly time flies by... We find ourselves again in Summertime...

It is very hot here, in South Florida... even the dogs are feeling a little extra lethargic. But the weather has been pretty nice, and when there's a nice breeze, it's nice to be outside enjoying this Summer weather...

Nothing major to report lately... same old! Hoping to be back in our little house soon! :) Living with the in-law's is great, but sometimes you just need your own little space.

Again, not much to say... :) Stay cool!!!

Happy Blogging! :)

Check this blog out...

Been busy, and actually in the middle of a few things right now... but I wanted to introduce this new blog to my readers, out there...

http://whywomenshouldlovesports.blogspot.com/

definitely worth checking out ;)

Happy Blogging! :)

Cosmo Cupcakes?! I'm there!

Have I mentioned how much I LOVE cupcakes? Well, I do... I love baking and decorating these miniature cakes... so of course when I saw a SATC2 (Sex and the City 2) inspired Cupcake , you KNOW I flipped ;) I found them on one of my favorite blogs. Definitely a nice treat before or after the movie... check them out!

http://www.hostessblog.com/2010/05/cosmo-cupcakes-sex-and-the-city-style/

(Photo Credit www.hostessblog.com)

Happy Blogging! :)

Happy, Happy, Joy, JOY!

Let me start off by saying that I have the BEST husband in the world! He is absolutely fantastic :) I love him so much...

Being that my Birthday is on Monday, he decided he wanted to get me a little something... and he knows how much I've been wanting a Pandora charm bracelet... so, he got me one, and 3 charms :) I am so thrilled! Here are some stock photos, courtesy or www.pandora-jewelry.com

He got me the following: Sterling Silver Bracelet, "Love" charm he picked out for me to represent our Love :), "Queen Bee" charm cause I'm his "Queen Bee" (my name means Honey-Bee), and a Music charm, since Music is my life :)

I feel like the luckiest girl in the world! And in 3 days, Happy Birthday to ME! Yay :)

Happy Blogging :)

Carmen came and went...

This was definitely a very interesting season with FGO... but I believe, in the end, we really enjoyed ourselves, even if things weren't always as "easy" as we are used to...

Here is a video of some of our backstage antics, along with some pro-pics from the production...

happy blogging :)

I must (finally) admit...

We've got "baby on the brain"... not TTC yet, but we are definitely thinking of the future...

Hello out there :)

Hello! Just wanted to swing by and say hi...

Nothing much going on lately... contemplating a few things as far as my Singing Career is concerned (like possibly taking off and going to Germany this Summer to audition for some Houses over there), but other than that, I guess I lead a boring life ;) No... not really...

Carmen #8 and #9 (the final performances) are taking place Tonight and Saturday... it's been a good running! The show was very different than what we are used to, but it turned out well, and I am glad I was able to be a part of it... here is a photo from the show...

(act 2, "Toreador")

Since about last November or so, I started a new obsession... Apple! (and I don't mean the fruit). I have always been big into gadgets and techie stuff... but this is a whole new level... it all started when I bought a used MacBook from a friend at the Opera (Thanks, Geo!), and in an instant, I was in love. The programs, the way everything works together, it's... heaven! I will NEVER go back to PC again!!! Last month, that used computer had a hard-drive issue... and since it wasn't really worth it to me to fix it and move on, I decided to sell it and get the brand new one... the features alone were worth it to me :) And you know, the funny thing is, a lot of people won't really admit to really liking all this stuff... I have heard people talk about how they used to always want the latest phone, but that at some point it just wasn't a priority anymore, and then as soon as they can they have a new smartphone in their hand... but me? I am proud to admit that if there's a new gadget, I am looking into it... My Hubby and I are DYING for Verizon to come out with the iPhone 4g (due to release sometime this Summer), and if they don't get the iPhone contract, we are seriously considered canceling with Verizon, and getting another carrier who does have the iPhone... and the iPad? Let me just say, I've already been to the Apple store 3 times to play with it... not sure about purchasing it, just yet, being that it's first generation and all, but that thing is pretty bad-ass... so yea

We took over my In-Laws' business, and it is going well. It's an established Janitorial Supply Business. When it came time for them to close their doors, and officially retire to become full-time Grandparents (after being blessed with their first Grandson last Summer), we spoke with them about keeping the business up and running in order to keep with the agreement to pay the rent at the warehouse my Hubby leased for his own business. It made sense since we already have the warehouse, and the business was running fine... we just need a few new clients. We are currently working on targeting new clients, and already have our first order from a client we plan to steal from our BIGGEST competitor... so this should be good ;)

Anyway, hope everyone is well, and staying cool... we are having some HOT days here in South Florida... so, stay hydrated, Miami ;)

Happy Blogging :)

Beyoncé - Halo

This song is dedicated to my Husband... I never thought I would find someone as wonderful and special as him... but I think GOD everyday for bringing him into my life... and even more for allowing me to see what I had standing in front of me :) I love you baby

Black Eyed Peas - Imma Be

no matter what the haters think/say...

OVER 2 MONTHS?!

Wow... time flies! I couldn't believe it myself when I looked to see when my last entry was... but it really has been over 2 months! I know, I know... BAD blogger... :( Sorry! But I guess this means it's time for a major update... hold on to your hats, cause here we go!

Ok, so the Voices for Haiti Benefit Concert went SUPER well!!! We made a lot of money, and had a pretty big turnout. We packed the Coral Gables Congregational Church, and of course, for a good cause :)

We have been staying in my In-Law's home for a little over 2 months now due to some stuff that needs to be fixed in our home... And I know what man of you are thinking... but It actually hasn't been too bad at all :) Granted, nothing compares to having your own space, but I have had a chance to see our Nephew practically on a daily basis which is great (he is just the most adorable baby in the world, and I have enjoyed spending time with him), and we still have a pretty good amount of privacy. The downside was the fact that we had to come over with our 2 dogs, one of which had to go to my Mom's after she went in heat in a house full of boy dogs. That definitely wasn't going to work. The other was not even 4 months old when we came over, so that has been a bit of a challenge. She is now 6 months old, and graduating from Puppy School at Petsmart (Graduation is May 3rd). She is doing a lot better and is learning more and more every day!

My best friend (who was my Maid of Honor) got engaged! She was in NYC with her BF for Spring Break, and he proposed in Time Square using the big American Eagle Screen... Nice job ;) They are setting a date for Summer 2012. I am so happy for her :)

Going to Disney on Memorial Weekend for my 28th Birthday with the Hubby. His Business Partner and Family are coming too :) I am sooooo looking forward to it :) Can't wait!

Let's see... what else??? Hm... I don't know what else to say for now... so I guess I'll just leave you with this song I've been listening to from the Musical "Wicked" which I went to see ;) It was FANTASTIC!!! I highly recommend it ;)

Voices for Haiti: A Benefit Concert

In case you, or someone you know, is still looking for a way to contribute towards the reliefs for Haiti, here is an idea... why don't you spend the afternoon listening to beautiful music, while you make a difference? Local South Florida Talent UNITE to bring together "Voices for Haiti: A Benefit Concert". Please review the attached Flyer for more info :)

When? 2.21.10

What time? 4pm

Where? Coral Gables Congretational Church (Directly across from the Biltmore).

How much? $15 per person, $25 per couple/family, $10 for seniors/students (with proper I.D.)

"Married Life" Sequence from "Up"

This is what I was talking about... total tear-jerker (and I mean EVERY time)...