Summer Refresh

So it's pretty obvious that summer is here. It's time to get refreshed! I am a lover of all things organic. So instead of taking out a powdered substance to make a summer drink, i take out my fresh fruits and vegetables. Today i made a peach strawberry water with cucumber water ice cubes. It was truly amazing.

Very easy to make. Tasty and refreshing! 

Stay tuned for the recipe

Ambient lighting

Love photography.  Have always  loved this particular expression of art. What better way to express yourself than by photographing  your own children. Love working with ambient light. One of my favorites

Did we forget about Mom and Dad? Great Shower gift ideas

We all enjoy getting mother to be, a gorgeous gift for the coming baby. But what about gifts for the new parents? Whenever there is a shower to attend, ill always try to find a good practical, useful gift for both mother and father. Yes, i love getting baby gorgeous clothes and toys. But i also love choosing something for mommy and daddy to be. They deserve it. So here are some great gift ideas for both Mom and Dad

 

A great set of pj's, slippers, wool socks and a robe is always a must. Burt's bees peppermint foot cream is great for relief on tired feet and let's not forget...swollen feet. Tea's are always great. Love the tea. And a mommy can never have too many baby books. Must say, mother's instinct is the best by far.

 

 

Dad also needs a good set of pj's. Lullabies will come in handy when mommy takes her breaks. The burp cloths are daddies best friend, you will see. Embrace the calming tea, it will be your savior. Daddies, you need to do your reading as well. It Will help you understand mommy better.

target.com diapers.com burtsbees.com traditionalmedicinals.com frette.com llbean.com

Fashionable Safety

Being a mommy of three, I have always been someone who reads up on product reviews before purchasing just because i want to make sure that i am purchasing an item that is safe for our children. There were many choices to choose from. From infant car seats, convertible car seats and strollers.When it came to our children's safety there was only one option for Michael and I. That was Britax. We have faithfully used their products for a few years now because they are not only the best, but they are comfortable, great looking and most of all SAFE! Here are some Britax items i have owned and still own.
britax.com

 Used this configuration when Rafael was a newborn

 Currently using this configuration. Kids love it!

Rafael used this for about 10 months. Easy to clean and comfortable for baby

 

Rafael's current car seat. Very comfortable. Easy to clean

Great for summer

Perfect for summer. I love these items. Check out World market. They have so many awesome items. From outdoor furniture to beautiful hand painted kites for the kids. www.worldmarket.com

Hair-Bow style

We first saw it on "pop-stars", then shortly after, we saw it on millions of young girls. I just had to try it. So I did, on my niece Leah. shes such a doll, and wore the bow beautifully. She loved it, i loved it, we all loved it. Next!

Music: Top 9

These are my absolute favorite musicians/bands. Here are my top 9. Share your favorites. Enjoy!

Lovely Zoey

My darling Zoey. Had an awesome time photographing her. Was a great sport. Til next time my lovely clementine

Amazing handcrafts

A MUST have. These guys are amazing and so talented check them out.

http://www.tumbleweedshandcraft.bigcartel.com

Must haves

LOVE Cissy Wears. Everything and anything at her shop is truly amazing

Motherhood

Today I woke up around 7:30 a.m and it felt great. Rafael started waking up a little later than usual and I thank him for that. He would wake me up in between 5-6 a.m and I hated it because I love to sleep. The time came to have the kids brush their teeth, change a diaper, wash them, change them, brush hair and feed them breakfast. At the point of feeding them it was already 8 a.m and we needed to head out by 8:30 because Jules starts school at 9:40 a.m. Mind you we walk it to school because its a form of exercise for both me and the kids and it's a good 40 min. walk. I do take my stroller so mainly it's Julian and I doing the walking. I hate being in a rush and I had a big feeling that was gonna happen. So I started getting annoyed and my dreadful headache decided to sneak in. We were out at 8:40 and was 10 min. behind schedule. On our way i have Zoey trying to get out of stroller Julian asking for water every 5min. and Rafael taking of shoes and maneging to loose a shoe (mind you this is the 4th time he does this ). We get to school just in time pheeeww.  Came back home  Zoey and Rafael refused to nap. Holding on to dear life to my sanity was a challenge.  A couple of deep breaths later I regained life. Around 2:19 I decided to take kids outside. The kids played laughed and had a great time. I admired the gorgeous day waiting for my other half to arrive. Now it's 7:43 p.m kids are in the shower Mike is getting dinner ready. Can't wait for our dinner and a movie time. Above all that went down in this day i always have to remember to breath and stay possitive. It's not always fun but keeping positive and making it fun is what keeps us sane. Love you my kiddos. Have a wonderful evening world.

-YSL

Maya Wrap baby sling

For cool mommies and mommies
to be:

As you know I am a mommy of 3 kiddos so it's obvious that I have experience and know about every single infant/toddler product out there right? .... BABY WRAPS!!!! It took me countless hours on the web to finally decide on The Maya wrap babysling. This is one of many choices. I chose this particular baby wrap because it was comfortable, practical and very pretty. I know you will have plenty of choices to choose from but this one worked for me. In the end you buy what is comfortable and what works for you.

mayawrap.com

-YSL

Silly mom always gets my kids laughing

My kids are very silly just like mommy and I know exactly what to do to make them laugh even when they are feeling crabby.  They make me laugh so much it makes my stomach hurt. Make your kids laugh and they will love you forever.

-YSL

Memorial day weekend

For Memorial day weekend Mike and I went to Vegas with Silvia and David (David Mike's cousin). We had a great time. Laughed so much and also cried a little, we had great food and experienced awesome views of the strip. Its a must do.  I missed our 3 little ones but i must admit it was a good experience. Sometimes even if it's hard to admit we as parents need to find a way to get away. We love our children and we can't be without them, but we at times forget about ourselves and the relationship with our husband's. This trip was a good example of that. Mike and I had a great time enjoying one another's company. So yes indeed mommiesarecooltoo Til next time Vegas!

-YSL