Margarita Monday!

“To find joy in work, is to discover the fountain of youth.” -unknown.

Disclaimer: Mondays are actually good because, not only is it the beginning of a fresh week full of new possibilities but also about 120 hours in which to meet new goals!
As a former “weekend warrior,” I know Mondays get a bad rap but I have grown to love them. Something I never thought possible until I changed my perspective. Rather then dread them I now look forward to them. So, in that spirit I propose a toast. Here’s a list (and a cocktail of course) of seven things that should be on your radar, one for each day of the week.

#1 Rainbow Bagels.

Yup, these beautiful creations from The Bagel Store in Brooklyn, NY sold out in seconds upon their discovery. In fact, I’m still on a waiting list to snail mail order these unicorns of the bagel borough. Even though technically every borough of NYC is like a “bagel borough,” they’re as delicious as they are pretty. Forget the skittles I want to taste this rainbow! Check em’ out here.

#2 Babycakes nyc boxed mixes
Stellar news for anyone with a food allergy, this adorable and tasty bakery now sells mixes on Amazon! Thank you food Gods above. Check them out and purchase them online now! In the meantime watch this ridiculously cute video on Vimeo with music by The Cults. The niece of Babycakes owner Erin Mckenna makes up one half the band(of course) that, and I want their cute uniforms!

#3 Kissing bunnies! This one is somewhat irrelevant, but Valentines wasn’t too long ago and it is almost Easter. Besides, who doesn’t love fuzzy cute bunnies? If you don’t… “You unfeeling humanoid!”

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#4 Bluetooth Shower Speaker I randomly found this online at Fab.com and it has revolutionized my mornings(wait- afternoon, I don’t wake up early) therefore, I highly recommend getting one, you can find them pretty cheap and let’s face it, they’re cute and put the fun in functional!

#5 Makeup, for your face! If you love makeup(guilty)

and you’re not of the high maintenance variety, this product is fantastic. It not only gives you pretty skin, is easy to apply(hello smear everywhere) and has SPF in it! You can find it at Ulta, but good luck because they’re usually nearly gone or picked over. Otherwise you can purchase it online, check it out here. Happy shopping!

#6 David Bowie, duh! If you love the space man your in luck because, Fab.com(again!?) has a line of accessories emblazoned with the image of it’s very own rock n’ roll alien.

#7 Frame Soccer Last but certainly not least.

Kids of every ability should be able to enjoy sports. Thankfully, this new one sweeping England and Europe does just that. Learn more about it here.

Oh! and let’s not forget… the drinks!
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Cheers!
bleu

November 22, 2015

Happy Holidays

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“Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.” -Dalai Lama

“ So this is Christmas and what have you done?” asks a pensive John Lennon in his song also known as Happy Xmas(War is Over.

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With the upcoming holidays and the world on the brink of what seems like another war, this 1963 song seems eerily relevant today. Around the globe the coming of the new year is met with holiday celebrations and the symbolism of a fresh start. Instead of looking back, consider the future rather then harbor any regrets, and instead make up your mind to change them as you move forward. The impending holidays also bring to the forefront of people’s minds the spirit of altruism. While We can’t all spend our days giving 100% of ourselves to charity, We can at least vow to be a positive influence on ourselves and others, rather then a negative one. As humans it’s all too easy to be self centered, and our selfishly motivated decisions can sometimes hurt others. What many people don’t fully realize is that in helping others you actually help yourself too. Therefore in giving you’re also receiving, it’s a win-win situation! As the new year brings with it renewed motivation for personal goals, why not with it a new vision? A vision that is geared more towards equality, peace, positivity, and altruism. The consideration We have for the good of mankind should be in the forefront more then once a year, or only reserved for when a tragedy strikes. The larger question that looms is “Can these things be brought about on a regular basis, rather then just by Santa Claus or new year resolutions?” The good news is that you don’t have to wait for someone else to answer this question, because you can. Each of us has a choice everyday rather then just once a year to pursue dreams, set new goals, be a positive influence , and to help others. Don’t just meet each new year with zest and motivation but how about each new day?

Tomorrow is new and cheers!

bleu

November 7, 2015

Revel

1940s-Dance-Party-vintage-photo “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, and the evidence of things not seen.”

Everyday you’re free is cause for a celebration. We are so accustomed to our innate abilities to roam where We’d like and do what We want that it is completely taken for granted. Most of us have no knowledge of what it’s like to be limited. However, when you actually experience being limited, freedom becomes appreciated and tangible. Many of us don’t know what it actually feels like to be free, even though We are everyday. The first time I felt the true rush of freedom, I just stood there soaking it in and enjoyed the moment for as long as I could. For what has seemed like an eternity, I have not been alone or free to roam where I please. As it turns out there is nothing to fear in being alone, because We aren’t and it is refreshing to have a moment to yourself. How many times did I wander unrestrained, and be completely unaware of what a privilege it was? After enduring real limitations, you realize the value of freedom and why you need to break through those limitations. How many people place limitations on themselves that are not only invisible but also unnecessary? When you have complete freedom, of thought and in movement there is no reason or place for limitations. You have the freedom to travel, to choose, and to move(some do not. Choose the light over the dark,what you feed into is what grows. Delight in your blessings and abilites, and for God sake do not remain stagnant or still! If you asked a man who was wheelchair bound what He wants to do most, He’d likely tell you “run.” Therefore, run don’t walk past any limitations and certainly don’t place any on yourself!

run, don’t walk and cheers!

bleu