first: christmas! it was successful in spite of the weather obstacle. we spent the day shoveling half of our long-ass driveway:
john doing manual labor like the mexican he is (ok... he just looks it haha).
john loved his gift which made me very happy. it was funny because the moment he opened it, he looked at his parents with an expression of shock, awe, and admiration; however, his entire family was pointing at me! gee, thanks, right? ha, he recovered and thanked me graciously, but i think it's hilarious he thought his parents had given him the guitar (he had already opened several presents from them already, so he was surprised in addition to the other ones).
john already playing with his new toy (epiphone les paul).
here it is displayed with his dad's 12-string. here are some of my gifts:
a new coach bag from his parents (!!!).
pumas! i wanted a pair so badly, but i really didn't need them. he picked them out himself... quite proud of him (he doesn't have the best taste in fashion hahaha).
pink/silver nike reax. i was quite vocal that i wanted new running shoes. yayyyy! these were two gifts that i requested in addition to a tomtom (i'm directionally challenged) and john mayer tickets. this will be the third time i've seen him in concert; john's second. he is freaking ah-mayyy-ziinnggg in concert. two more months!!!
the last gift surprised me:
a silver twist bracelet with pearls. i was amazed by its simple elegance and that john picked it out! haha... i know it seems i'm horribly critical, but he is pretty plain when it comes to fashion and usually doesn't care. give him a t-shirt and jeans and he is happy. therefore, the fact that he chose it does come as a surprise (pleasantly so).
i got a ton of kitchen items! i did not take pics because i was too excited and completely re-organized my kitchen as soon as i got home. my sisters will be happy to know that i'm using a little bit more cabinet space than i was :)
second: like my big sis, i am learning to be healthy. we are training for a halfie in april, so lifestyle changes are in order - especially when it comes to food. i try to make at least 1 - 2 healthy(-ier) meals a day. i will probably not post as many pics of my healthy food (honestly i don't eat as well as she does, ha!) but the other day:
i made spinach salad with asian sesame vinaigrette and john grilled some shrimp i had marinated in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. it was quick and delicious. spinach is probably my favorite green leaf and you can add it to most meals.
third: my wedding. i finally chose my bridesmaid dresses.
simple and very cost-efficient! i have a meeting with the cake person in february, and my best lady and i will attend a viewing at the venue (makes it sounds like a funeral!) in february as well. may is creeping up on us!
ok, that is my update. i would talk about work, but that just stresses me out. :)
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