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A + E

7/6/2020

 
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Whenever I share Eric on the blog, a lot of DMs come in asking me how we met and date night ideas. So long-story-short, we were casually dating other people and were on a double-date when we met. We were friends at first but once we were both not dating other people, Eric asked me on a date (I may of said no at first) but just a few days later I said yes. So the answer is yes I have always been stubborn and a pain. It has been 2 years since of lots of love, good food, fun travels, and tons of Disney trips. I mean hey, they call it the happiest *and most expensive* place on earth for a reason, right?? 

Eric and I are very similar personalities so we clicked from the start. We are both very sarcastic, are super annoying (LOL), and love to spend money (especially at Walt Disney World). I have gotten DMs and questions from friends asking the best way to find love or get a solid boyfriend and to be honest I don't have the answer, because there is no guide to how to find love 101. My best advice is to have an open mind, love yourself first, and to not focus on "wanting companionship", instead focus on YOU and the right person will come. 

So I thought in honor of our two years together I'd share some of our favorite dates, activities, and adventures with you all. I hope some of our favorite dates  inspire you all for fun dates after COVID-19. Share your favorite dates in the comments below. As always, thank you for reading and stay safe! 

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Frost Science Museum - We went on a rainy day (this was actually our first official date!) It was so much fun to see all the fish and make paper airplanes. We've been back since to attend a Stranger Things laser light show that was amazing! I definitely recommend going.
AirBoat Ride in the Everglades - This was such a fun afternoon activity. Unfortunately since we went during a "cooler" time in Florida we only saw one or two alligators while out on the airboat ride but got to hold and see some when we got back to the habitat/airboat ride facility. 
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Puzzle - We love Disney so we did a Disney puzzle together! It was 90% Eric and 10% me...but we both had fun and that's what matters. I saved the puzzle on top of a poster board and am ordering Mod Poge so I can keep it complete forever!  
Beach Days/Trips - Some of my favorite days are spent on the beach! This picture on the right is from when we went along with my family to Captiva, Florida. I am dying to go with Eric to Naples/Marco Island, Florida because those two are the beaches I grew up visiting and some of my favorite! Plus Eric has never been to either so hopefully once COVID-19 has died down and it is safe, we will go! 
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Zoo - We love to visit the zoo, especially on chillier days in Miami. Zoo Miami has so many animals to see and it is always nice to walk around and get some steps in (LOL). We also feeding the giraffes and visiting the petting zoo. Love that they have interactive activities to really make the day memorable. 
Disney World - We are so lucky to only live 3.5 to 4 hours away from Walt Disney World. We are annual passholders so we love to visit whenever we can! We love the dining options in Disney (Le Cellier at Canada in Epcot and California Grill in The Contemporary are two of our favorites!) Besides amazing restaurants and fun rides, we also love the holiday times in Disney for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas!
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Happy & 23

6/17/2020

 
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This post is coming to you a little over a month late, but it is still relevant so here we go! I turned 23 on May 8th and I have this weird feeling from it--I don't feel old but I also don't feel young. This is just such a weird age, haha! Whenever my birthday rolls around I really try to sit and reflect on my life and where I see myself in the next year. I like to set new goals and this year I even started a "mood board" in my Vision Journal from Erin Condren. It helps me to calm any anxieties I have about being a year older and helps me set achievable goals for myself. 

I also like to reflect on all the positives in my life and what I have to be grateful for. I think especially with where the world is at today, it is very easy to get anxious and have negative thoughts. Like I shared with you all in a previous post, quarantine has been rough on me since I am diagnosed with anxiety. I find myself with a lot more time on my hands aka more time to over think. But that lent itself to be a new goal for me! I wanted to curve my anxiety by every morning when I wake up doing a morning routine which includes journaling now and noting three things I am extra grateful for. I am going to go into this in more detail in an upcoming blog post. 

22 was an amazing year for me. I advanced in my career and gained incredible job experience. I relaunched it's a pashion and have reawakened my love for writing. I have made major improvements with my anxiety. I achieved a healthy A1C (type one diabetes goals, haha!) Eric and I celebrated our one year anniversary together. I shared lots of fun times together with Eric and my family. Eric and I took multiple trips including: Disney World (duh!), Saint Augustine to visit my cousins, Lake Como, Italy where we celebrated the new year, Captiva with my family, and Universal + Islands of Adventure. There are so many others I am grateful for but these were some of the highlights! I can't wait to see what 23 has in store for me and I can't wait to share it all with you! Stay happy my readers! 
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#ShopSmall - Quarantine Chronicles

5/29/2020

 
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Hello my favorite people! My favorite thing is sharing Miami gems with you all, and I got to share some with you all over on Instagram during my #ShopSmall series along with other small businesses I love. If you missed it I will be sharing them in this blog post (with a few more here) but you can also view them under my highlight on Instagram. Ready for some small businesses you will absolutely adore like me? 

ACCESSORIES
  • Rock and Bone - statement earrings and more! I absolutely love that you can take a plain dress for any event and automatically dress it up with their earrings. I also love that they are handmade!                               (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • park & beach - the cutest bracelets if you are in to all things pastel and girly! I discovered this brand by following their founder Zoe Dokas on Instagram (she has the cutest Disney posts!)                                          (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3)
  • Shop House of Mouse - The cutest ears (I think she even does custom ones!) for any Disney trip you take. She is also selling super adorable face masks for this crazy time. 
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • Sami's Handmade Jewelry - The owner is so sweet! I met her at a bazaar and love my tri-color rings I bought from her and they have become a party of my daily jewelry. 
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • Taudrey - jewelry with meaning! I am the biggest fan of Taudrey as you all know and love that almost all their pieces are customizable so you can mark special dates or names of people you love. 
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • FantasEyes - I love that they have stylish sunglasses for affordable prices. 
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • LOLO- A friend of mine from college just started her own company and her custom bracelets and accessories are adorable! I ordered a keychain and cannot wait to see it! 
            (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3)

DESSERTS
  • Azucar Ice Cream Company - the best ice cream in Miami! They have so many flavors and it is all made with real ingredients! So Yummy!                                                                                                                                  (What I Order: Red Velvet, Coconut, or Pina Colada--in a homemade waffle cone!) 
  • Fireman Derek Pies - I am not a huge pie girl but absolutely LOVE these pies! 
           (What I Order: Cookies and Cream or Red Velvet) 
  • Milky Ways Cereal Bar - the newest addition to Palmetto Bay. It is perfect for all you cereal lovers! 
           (What I Order: Vanilla Ice cream with Cinnamon Toast Crunch) 
  • Morelia Gourmet Popsicles - The best paletas! They are delicious and the best treat on a hot Miami day! 
           (What I Order: Cookies & Cream dipped in Dark Chocolate with Chocolate Sprinkles) 
  • Whip N Dip - a local favorite! I absolutely love their ice cream and have been enjoying it for years. 
            (What I Order: Chocolate ice cream in a Sprinkle Waffle Cone) 
  • The Salty Donut - As a donut connoisseur I can tell you these donuts are going to have your mouth-watering!
           (What I Order: Brown Butter + Salt, White Chocolate Tres Leches, Sticky Bun Donut*, Cookies + Cream*) 

FOODIE
  • Tacos and Tattoos - the best date night spot if you both love authentic Mexican food! So delicious! 
          (What I Order: Chips + Guac, Wet Chicken Burritto, and Fried Oreos for dessert!) 
  • Cafe Portofino - Probably one of my favorite restaurants ever! It is so elegant and the food is divine. 
           (What I Order: Chicken Pasta with Spicy Pink Sauce or Risotto Champagne) 
  • WHISK Gourment - Where I go when I want a comfort meal. Their brunch, lunch, and dinner are ALL delicious!
           (What I Order: Chicken and Waffles, Fried Chicken Breasts, Open Faced Fried Chicken BLT) 
  • Hole in the Wall - the best bar food in the world! One of the places I can't wait to eat at after quarantine. 
           (What I Order: Cheeseburger + fries, Grilled Cheese, they also have a great #TacoTuesday) 
  • Greenstreet Cafe - Miami's favorite brunch spot! This is definitely an OG favorite of mine! 
           (What I Order: Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Nutella French Toast, Pene Tetrazzini) 
  • Coyo Taco - I love this spot for a lunch date! Their food is always amazing and I can't wait to try their Rose Sangria.
          (What I Order: Chips + Guac, Chicken Burrito Bowl, and Churros for dessert!) 

CLOTHING
  • ​Maruchi - Any fashionable Miami gal knows about Maruchi! Not only do they have the latest trends, but they also have been styling Miami for 29 years so you know they are the experts. 
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3)
  • Princezza - If you haven't shopped with Rosy and her team you are missing out! I have so many pieces from Princezza, from dresses to shoes, that I love. I even found one of my favorite dresses of all time that I wore last spring! 
          (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • BLUSH Boutique - One of my first and favorite boutique purchases (and even more purchases after that) come from this Miami gem. I love their pieces and how original they are. 
          (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • Allie and Chica - one of my favorite boutiques in the Grove. I met the owner and she is so sweet and has fabulous taste! PS: the boutique is named after the owner's pups! 
          (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • Aria Rose - Her showroom is all things pink and pastel, oh and has tons of cute clothes! Own and love many pieces from this boutique and know there will be more in my future!
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • Fabulux Boutique - The owner was my mom's student when she was a teacher! She has great style and her boutique has supplied some of my favorite pairs of jeans EVER!
​           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 

SERVICES
  • Miami Writes Co. - The owner is the sweetest and so talented! She will make your calligraphy dreams come true. I will always be grateful for her creating my graduation cap. 
          (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
  • Fernish | Design + Decor - Found this interior design company recently and she has me wanting to revamp my whole room! 
          (See what packages she offers here) 
  • Melzart - Meli and I were in a sorority together during college! She is an incredible artist and she will do custom art pieces for you! 
          (Shop her pieces or request a custom piece here)
  • LP Original - A talented artist with tons of cute items to choose from! She has some fabulous items to choose from especially if you need a baby gift. 
           (Shop my Favorites: 1, 2, 3) 
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HOW TO GET CURLS NATURALLY

5/19/2020

 
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What girl doesn't love curls? While we all love to throw our hair in curls, we all are not fans of the long time (sometimes hours!) and the long-term damage it has on our hair. So ladies, put the hot tools aside and get ready for this little hack that will give your hair a salon-quality look without the hassle. 

Step One - Wash your hair girl! Shampoo twice, condition once. Make sure your hair is clean and shiny. 

Step Two - Once you emerge from your relaxing shower, towel-dry your hair. 

Step Three - Apply a deep conditioner to your hair. These are two I have been using lately, (click here & here).

Step Four - Part your hair down the middle and into two braids, try to make them tight as possible. 

Step Five - Sleep on it. Once you wake up, have some breakfast and about your morning routine. It is key to keep your braids in as long as you can if you want your curls to hold and to be full of volume. And voila! 

If you try this at home, share it with me! Post your photos online and tag me @itsapashion! It is a quick and easy way to get a salon-quality hairstyle, with no heat damage. Ready to curl girl? 
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