HOLIDAYS
Early Christmas
The 2008 holiday season was the best ever! Early in the month of December, my family, Jon an
d I went to Las Vegas. We all went to the Pac Man vs. Oscar de la Hoya boxing match. We supported Pac Man. Of course Pacquiao won after old Oscar gave up in the eighth round. I had a great time with the family, short but good time with my best friend during her cousin's bachelorette weekend, playing poker and clubbing in Rok club in New York, New York, and in the Bank club in
Bellagio.
Finally, I spent Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with the Reyes family. This was my first Christmas with them. It is often hard for me to find the time to get together with the Reyes family since my work schedule is always hectic! It was interesting to see the difference between my family and Jon’s family at Christmas time. My family is very simple; I grew up receiving just one special gift from my parents. In Jon’s family, they give a BUNCH of Christmas presents to each person. It was a good experience.
At first, I didn’t know what I was going to do on New Year's Eve...
around in Bellagio very late in the evening. My friend wanted some water so we stopped at a bar in the casino area and asked a bartender for water. The bartender seemed to have a problem with us. He asked her for her ID and then pointed at me for my ID, even though I didn't want a drink of anything! It didn’t make sense! Later, we found out that the reason why the bartender had asked us for our ID was because we looked so young. It flattered us but...for WATER???
Anyway. Jon and I were sad when we had to leave Las Vegas. We had to leave our friends since they were staying for another night and go back to reality.
The 2008 holiday season was the best ever! Early in the month of December, my family, Jon an
d I went to Las Vegas. We all went to the Pac Man vs. Oscar de la Hoya boxing match. We supported Pac Man. Of course Pacquiao won after old Oscar gave up in the eighth round. I had a great time with the family, short but good time with my best friend during her cousin's bachelorette weekend, playing poker and clubbing in Rok club in New York, New York, and in the Bank club in Bellagio. Christmas Eve + Christmas Day
Finally, I spent Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with the Reyes family. This was my first Christmas with them. It is often hard for me to find the time to get together with the Reyes family since my work schedule is always hectic! It was interesting to see the difference between my family and Jon’s family at Christmas time. My family is very simple; I grew up receiving just one special gift from my parents. In Jon’s family, they give a BUNCH of Christmas presents to each person. It was a good experience.Also, the Reyes family and I went to Disneyland on Christmas Day. It was very wet and COLD outside. But we enjoyed the rides and watching the Christmas parade. It was beautiful. Jon and I had never been to Disney's California Adventures before but we finally got the chance to go! The Reyes family and I rode on the roller coasters there two times. It was fun!
New Year's Eve
At first, I didn’t know what I was going to do on New Year's Eve... When I found out that I had days off on December 31st and January 1st, Jon and I made a last minute decision to go to VEGAS!! We had a blast with our friends from our university, sorority and fraternity. We celebrated New Year's Eve in Caramel bar in Bellagio. We played Roulette together, enjoyed the USC vs. Tenn. game in ESPN restaurant in New York, New York and walked around in Downtown Las Vegas.
I can’t believe what happened one night in Vegas! My good friend and I were walking
around in Bellagio very late in the evening. My friend wanted some water so we stopped at a bar in the casino area and asked a bartender for water. The bartender seemed to have a problem with us. He asked her for her ID and then pointed at me for my ID, even though I didn't want a drink of anything! It didn’t make sense! Later, we found out that the reason why the bartender had asked us for our ID was because we looked so young. It flattered us but...for WATER???Anyway. Jon and I were sad when we had to leave Las Vegas. We had to leave our friends since they were staying for another night and go back to reality.
Overall, I am so grateful to have my wonderful family, both Ladines and Reyes families. *Thank you from the bottom of my heart* I am also very grateful to my friends: thank you for planning the reunion in Vegas. I had a good time and would love to have another university reunion in the future.
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year '09!
"Twilight" Movie
Before "Twilight" came out in the theaters, I had read only half of the "Twilight" book since I rarely have time to read in between my job and business. It is hard for me to find some quiet time for myself so I can read "Twilight" as well as the rest of the series. I had somewhat set a goal to read all of "Twilight" before the movie was released to theaters.
Last Sunday, Jon told me that there were some closed captioned showings for "Twilight" in Alhambra, CA. I was SO tempted to watch this movie especially after all that I had heard from my best friend Jessica as well as other friends who had seen the movie already. I was on the fence on whether I should read the entire book first and then watch a movie, OR to just go ahead and watch the movie and then finish the book...
After thinking about it, I realized Jon and I hadn't spent much time alone together so I decided to grab the rare opportunity and go see the movie with him. After we saw "Twilight," Jon and I discussed the movie. Jon thought the movie was interesting and he liked it. As for me, I can see the differences in the story between the movie and the book. Of course I like the book better (of what I have read so far), and the movie makes me want to read the book again and to finish reading it! The movie was pretty good. The only thing I did not like too much of was how Edward Cullen stared at Bella too much, especially in the biology lab scene where he was shaking and holding his mouth. Other than that, I found that scene funny! Overall, I like "Twilight!" Jon and I are looking forward to seeing the sequel, "New Moon."
Thanksgiving with Families
For Thanksgiving lunch, Jon and I went out with Jon's family and relatives in Santa Monica. It was very nice to see Jon's relatives again and we enjoyed eating some turkey and Filipino food!!
On the evening of Thanksgiving day, my family and my parents' friends enjoyed a big feast at our house, which included lobster, turkey, and many more delicious foods. We also had a great time playing a White Elephant game that had many special gifts.
On the evening of Thanksgiving day, my family and my parents' friends enjoyed a big feast at our house, which included lobster, turkey, and many more delicious foods. We also had a great time playing a White Elephant game that had many special gifts.
Here are some pictures of my beautiful families.
Cocktails n' Cookies – Business Opening
The Cocktails n' Cookies event was a huge SUCCESS! The house was pretty packed. My family and friends enjoyed mingling with the guests, eating some cookies, and drinking some wine. Everyone had the chance to check out the Handshapes and Silhouettes by Mara, as well as some new additions to the clothing lines. I absolutely had a great time!
Special Thanks:
Thanks to my family for always supporting me and my business.
Thanks to Jonathan Reyes for helping me out with the By Mara business.
Thanks to Joi Salvador for all her help in visualizing and setting up the display of the Handshapes and Silhouettes clothing lines.
Thanks to Jessica Sanchez and Rachel Tan for making the delicious cookies for the event! They were yummy!
Last but not least, thank you to all my family and friends for coming to my Cocktails n' Cookies event!
Special Thanks:
Thanks to my family for always supporting me and my business.
Thanks to Jonathan Reyes for helping me out with the By Mara business.
Thanks to Joi Salvador for all her help in visualizing and setting up the display of the Handshapes and Silhouettes clothing lines.
Thanks to Jessica Sanchez and Rachel Tan for making the delicious cookies for the event! They were yummy!
Last but not least, thank you to all my family and friends for coming to my Cocktails n' Cookies event!
First Deaf Event
The first deaf event that a friend of mine sold Handshapes products was at the Deaf Center in Idaho. Many thanks to Kristi Doris for all her help and support for my By Mara business. After the event, Kristi told me what happened at the event. Before this event, consumers had never seen my new business By Mara, which made them interested in purchasing Handshapes products! The funniest part of Kristi's report is that the customers thought Kristi was Mara, the business owner!Again, thank you Kristi!
A Happy Little Thanksgiving!
As nature begins this quiet time of rest may our hearts be filled with joy.
TRIP TO CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
I was excited to visit my best friend Jessica in her hometown of Visalia, Ca. Visalia is about 45 minutes from
Fresno. Anyway, I finally was able to take a break from work for three days and spend time with Jessica for her birthday. It was my first time driving alone from Los Angeles to Visalia for three hours without a passenger! Her hometown is a very small town and has many farms. I enjoyed spending time with Jessica and it was nice to see her family and relatives again as well. Also, Jessica recently moved into a new house; it is a nice, big home. At the end of the trip, I felt that three days was not enough for a vacation. It was like three days equals 12 hours. I felt sad when I went back to L.A. because it was time to go back to work.
Fresno. Anyway, I finally was able to take a break from work for three days and spend time with Jessica for her birthday. It was my first time driving alone from Los Angeles to Visalia for three hours without a passenger! Her hometown is a very small town and has many farms. I enjoyed spending time with Jessica and it was nice to see her family and relatives again as well. Also, Jessica recently moved into a new house; it is a nice, big home. At the end of the trip, I felt that three days was not enough for a vacation. It was like three days equals 12 hours. I felt sad when I went back to L.A. because it was time to go back to work.
Cocktails n' Cookies
Preview By MARA in time for the holiday season.
10% off all Handshapes and Silhouettes!
On November twenty-first, two thousand eight
At five o'clock to eight o'clock in the evening.
Eleven Eighty Lida Street.
Pasadena, Ca.
RSVP by November 19, 2008
Come mingle with friends, view the By Mara collection, and enter the raffle event for a chance to win fabulous prizes!
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