Marialia's Journals

Happy THANKSgiving lovebugs !! xoxoxx

140 characters on twitter was not enough to say what I am most thankful for today so I brought it over to this journal instead!!! I am bummed that I wasn't able to volunteer at the LA mission today because all spots were full when I applied, but it makes me happy that the rest of this city is so eager to help others that don't have it as well as most of us. I have always always wanted to help out at a shelter for Thanksgiving- next year I know to apply much earlier!

Anyways, I just wanted to share with everyone how THANKFUL i am for everything that I have been BLESSED with. Jesus has been my homeboy for a long time now & he has seriously helped me out with everything that I have accomplished so far, so for that I want to give him a big hug and kiss. I am such a hard working person & all modesty aside for a second- have come a really long way since the high school days when I started doing this whole fashion design thing for real...I have so much determination & passion & will to succeed and even through all the daily bullshit that I deal with to get from point A to point B, all the sleepless nights finishing pieces in time for deadlines, and all the frustrations when trying to make my latest collection the best they can possibly be- when I look past everything and at the overall big picture- I am honestly living my dream right now & I couldn't be more happy, grateful, and thankful for it!

With that said, one of the most important things for me to say THANK YOU to this year, and every year after this, is THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU GUYS. Every single one of you that always supports me and motivates me and gets inspired by me....Reading all your nice emails comments messages etc makes everything worth it & I want to give all of you a giant hug! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Being able to do something i have always dreamed about since I could remember and having support & fans & people that love my art is the best feeling in the world. I LOVE YOU!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, WHAT ARE YOU MOST THANKFUL FOR???

marialia

Fashionista: Dear Forever21, copy cats are never in style.

It's probably apparent by now that I have really hard feelings against chain clothing retailer FOREVER21. FOREVER21 has come a long way over the years, offering chic style at an almost ridiculously affordable price. What many FOREVER21 shoppers don't realize though, is that handfuls of those "chic affordable" items are legitimate RIP OFFS of other hard working clothing, footwear, and accessory designers. Now, before you get too defensive on me—I understand that almost everything in the sense of originality is a rip off of something else; that designs cannot be copyrighted and that everything has been done before; that knock-offs have existed since forever (ex: LV, Coach, Prada, etc handbags); and last but not least: that FOREVER21 isn't the only chain that "copies" designers' original work. I realize that other places such as H&M, Massimo for Target, & even other high-end designers such as BCBG Max Azria "copy" from other high-end designers as well. BUT no one makes it more apparent than FOREVER21, and no one has had more lawsuits filed against them for stealing patterns and designs than they have. Diane Von Frustenburg, Gwen Stefani, Ana Sui, and most recently EXPRESS, are a few among the many 50+ lawsuits that have been filed against the chain retailer for copyright infringement aka: stealing their original design, manufacturing it, and selling it a much much lower price.

I must hand it to FOREVER21 founders Du Won & Jin Sook Chang—what a genius idea their company has become (especially in time of recession). Who would want to spend $150+ on a pair of shoes when you can just walk into your local FOREVER21 and find the most similar pair possible for just $14.80? As an independent designer & day job styling for BCBG Max Azria, I hate on FOREVER21 for doing this—I have experienced it first hand from seeing designs at BCBG and then going into F21 and seeing the same thing replicated for much much much cheaper. It's annoying, & its really not fair to all of us designers out there. I understand that consumerism is everything in this world and with that being said that most of you will see my point and still disagree with me because forever21 is "more affordable"...but regardless, lets take a look at some of the rip-offs that I have noticed below...

Classic! I know copies of Converse have been around for forever, but it still doesn't make it right!...

They even rip off independent artists!

..back in 2008 Forever21 was seen ripping off a milk&cookies tshirt design from Threadless.com, a site where independent artists sell their work on t-shirts. I love threadless.com & think its a pretty low blow that forever21 would do something like this to an artist!

Some EXACT rip-off's of items that can be found @ your local BCBG Maz Azria:

...zipper headbands that look exactly like the ones above, courtesy of forever21.com, were released in early fall by BCBG Maz Azria

Additional past copy-cat claims, courtesy of various online sites...

To sum everything up: NOT. COOL. I can't stand the fact that after so many lawsuits, FOREVER21 still continues to get away with copying from other designers. I, personally, stopped shopping there a few months ago after learning and researching more about this. It's so blatant that the company does this just to gain more revenue and steer consumerism, and its not fair. Its not difficult for them to have the same price point, but come up with their OWN designs...

Now for the big question, what do you prefer: FOREVER21 Knock-offs or Designer Original? What are your thoughts on FOREVER21 copy cat pieces?

marialia

Your questions here !!

I was told recently that I should make more videos more often...I never really know what to make video media about, & I usually prefer photos and writing! BUT I thought this could be a good start...a q&a video! Its been done, I know. But I get a lot of emails and questions on here about my work and sometimes I forget to reply to ever single one of them (sorry!) :(

SO...post your questions below...later in the week I will make a video response to answer as many as I can!

Happy asking!

xoxo

Fashionista: Vampire Chic!

FASHION plays the starring role in pop-culture.

I am not a huge fan of trends, but sometimes there's no escaping them. In honor of the new Twilight series movie New Moon & its release right around the corner, I thought it was appropriate to focus on a look that has been taking the runways by storm since the entire "vampire" phenomenon has become a huge thing in current pop culture. Whether you are a twi-hard or not (I'm not! But I do enjoy the movies and am admittedly sort of looking forward to seeing New Moon, shh...), the vampire-inspired look can be very chic & sexy... depending on how you put it together. Think lots of lace, textured blacks, and subtle accents of white and deep red... you don't need to be an Edward&Bella obsessed freak to rock it!

Take a look at a few villain inspired looks I put together below...

LOOK 1:

Stud gloss leggings $55 @ topshop.com, lace top $98 @ bcbg.com, metallic lace trim bandeau $19 @ ardenb.com, multi cross necklace $38 @ bebe.com, DV by dolce vita "carly" bootie $99 @ nordstrom.com, O.P.I. nail polish in malaga wine $12 @ opi.com

LOOK 2:

Lace tier skirt $58 @ urbanoutfitters.com, Jeffrey Campbell boot $160 @ lorisshoes.com, paisley fishnets $5.80 @ forever21.com, sheer lace black tunic $78 @ freepeople.com, NARS lipstick in sephora flame $24 @ sephora.com, bow clutch $29 @ speigel.com

LOOK 3:

Tiered lace bubble top $48 @ ardenb.com, ruffled military jacket $148 @ bloomingdales.com, point knit lace legging $71 @ nordstrom.com, spike stud bracelet $14 @ bebe.com, charm ribbon bangle $39 @ bebe.com, dsquared bootie $390 @ yoox.com

WHICH LOOK IS YOUR FAVORITE? ARE YOU INTO 'VAMPIRE-CHIC'? COMMENT BELOW & LET ME KNOW!

marialia

Random rambles & free writes? I hate interruptions.

Do not expect people to tell you the truth because they also lie to themselves. Why I decided to sit here and waste time and write a journal right now is beyond me, but sometimes I get in those moods? weird i know. In high school when I took my favorite class ever aka creative writing, we did this thing called free writes every single day. Its where you open your journal, set a timer for 5 minutes, and just keep writing...we would get in trouble for stopping "the pen needs to keep moving!"...none of it ever was supposed to make sense- you would get the words out on paper before you had time to think of how to make sense of them. Afterwards, we had to highlight our favorite phrase and circle three words, and then we went around the class and everyone would pick one of the words they circled to say. That class was seriously my therapy. I loved it, and i had the journal somewhere up in my closet for years and right now its in my lap, along with my binder from senior year. Everything is exactly how it was when I left it...I was an amazing writer if I do say so myself, I loved writing- I still do, I would assume, but fashion design has eaten my soul....flipping through it...not much has changed...its important to never forget who you used to be; i did for a second and then I started reading what i used to write...here's a free write right now...for old times sakes...

monday novemebr 11, 2009 7:48pm

nothing short amazing not much has changed photoshop makes anyone look good, you have to be good at what you do in order to succeed, i will not succumb to anyone you can come along for the ride or get the fuck out of my life, i don't have much time for drama or idiodcy, i live for me and you can love it or hate it, maybe people don't understand that i will stop at nothing to achieve what i have always wanted i wonder if my meal on cafeworld has spoiled yet or is ready to be served? i should probably check on it ..my head itches and my mouth itches but i have to free write for the next 5 minutes and i cant stop the pen must keep moving! so grateful for everything that has been given to me i am so incredibly blessed and lucky sometimes you just have to keep your mouth shut, its not about always needing to defend yourself, sometimes its just not worth it. my arm kind if hurts right now from the constant typing, i dont really know why i am doing this but its pretty refreshing and theraputic i suggest everyone try it! gotta keep writing now my ear itches? gah so weird jdksjdksjdjsi blah blah blah no thoughts are really forming in my empty head its amazing what comes out of your head when you are not thinking about making it make sense some of the best things in life dont make sense, they just are..mi mancha l'italia, mi sempre manch e non vedo l'ora che ci posso andare un altra volta, un sacrifico e perche il sogni nascono qui, certe volte sometimes spero che avrei un cuore freddo non mi devo fregarre di nessuno il mondo e mio. one more moar minute left i took a long walk last night and prayed to god that everything was going to work out for myself i do believe in god and alot of the times i find myself rambling like a crazy person to him, he and my mom and the only people in my life worth being her for i cant even explain how amazing it feels to have a sense of support that really cant even be explained to begin with, this is where i start contradicitng myself, sometimes i wish i were even a bigger bitch than i already am i dont think i am because im not malicious i just dont put up with bullshit and my feelings towards almost everyone is cold and causal i dont expect anything out of anyone except myself its all just a let down, i pity those without a mind of their own, get out of my way i put everything out in the open im never ashamed. arrivederci, time is up, questo mi serviva. 7:54pm.

i LOL'd at the dgaf part below...haha...oh, past.

one of my favorites...

poem book..

not much has changed?...

do you free write? journal? i should start making time again...just got a major blast from the past...good to know i had the same attitude three years ago that i do today. Its weird hitting the "publish" button right now...

xo marialia

Fashionista: FURry fuzzy faux!

It's getting close to winter! Cold weather, long nights, the spirit of the holidays...time for you fashion bunnys to get cozy and wrap yourself up in...fur coats?

Oh, the great fur debate. We all know where I stand on this—I do consider myself somewhat of an animal rights activist & I shudder at the thought that in this year 2009, there are still people and designers ESPECIALLY that think its okay to still wear and use real fur in their collections. Animal fur looks better on the animal, simple as that—and not to get too controversial in such a hot subject already, but do you know where most new fur comes from and how its collected? Google it if you have the guts and prepare to have your heart broken.

Personally, "vintage" fur is just as bad and it really saddens me to see people and runways sport any sort of authentic fuzz—and although I have been called a hypocrite for being so against real fur and loving FAUX fur, I most definitley do not see it that way. The point of this weeks fashion feature is to focus on FAKING IT. Faux is the only acceptable way to rock the fuzzy look by my standards. Feel free to disagree, complain, & voice all your arguments in the comment box below...

Here are a few of my personal favorite faux fur pieces that I would rock any day of the week!

Vintage style faux fur coat $250 @ topshop.com

Love love love the length. pair with leggings and ankle boots and you're set!

Jeremy Scott Faux Furry FLINSTONES dress, available spring2010 @ jeremyscott.com

Posted about this before and posting about it again! GENIUS!

LOVE THIS ONE! Calbourne faux fur jacket lauren by Ralph Lauren $499 @ bloomingdales.com

(Considering this is a RL piece, I'm pretty surprised this model isn't photoshopped to have a 10inch waist. But i also assume RL fired her after this shoot for being "overweight" yeah?)

Handmade faux fur skirt @ weardrobe.com

...loving the where the wild things are take on this photo! such a cute skirt.

Krok the blue furry monster backpack $60 @ etsy.com

...Okay maybe I'm the only one crazy enough to sport this, but hooowww cuuuute! I would totally wear this out. MUST HAVE! Taking faux fur to the cutest level ever!

Furry animal ring $8 @ etsy.com

Rein Peppard TAKE NOTES! THIS is the way to rock animal heads as accessories...recycled craft feathers, googley eyes, and recycled wood. I think these are way cute!

Bombshell faux fur jacket $120 @ karmaloop.com

MaryKate and Ashley need to get some of this in their closets!! Super cute with a party dress and tights =]

Yeti boots by Roxy $39 @ roxy.com

...FAVORITE!! I have loved the polar bear feet look for so long, but its been hard to find a pair that is 100% faux. I'm typically not a fan of Roxy clothing but they get a giant gold star for putting these out. Must order asap!! Way better than the Koolaburra ones!

What are some of your favorite furry items??? My only tip is- don't wear faux fur all at once! You'll look like a wookie ;)

And now for the big question...Real fur ( :[ ) , or FAUX fur ( :D ) ?? Comment & let me know!

marialia

Fashionista: My Secret Do's & DoNOT's !

Fashion should be outrageous, but without committing crimes.

We all know I love anything and everything in fashion that is out of the ordinary—when I dress and especially when I design. I would probably wear everything that others' don't have the guts or taste to rock. BUT surprisingly enough, even I have some rules and limitations for fashion that I follow religiously. Curious to know what's on my Do & Don't list for everytime I dress? Read below!

DO!!

Over-accessorize. There is no such thing as too much—it's all in how you pair things together. I love stacking bracelets, putting way too many rings on my hands, and throwing something obnoxious in my hair. When you are confident in whatever you are wearing, it boosts your outfit all that much more. Lately I've been loving:

Giant blinged out snake rings! $98 @ bcbg.com

Studded bracelets! $43 @ maxandchloe.com

DON'T!!

Acrylic nails with tips. I'll admit I was guilty of this every month in high school, but after horrible nail damage, and realizing it was almost impossible to sew with, I stopped getting them. Now when I see them, they look tacky. Short manicured nails may not endure as long, but they are undoubtedly much more chic! Its amazing how a horrible nail look can ruin your outfit...same with chipped nail polish! NO-NO.

DO!!

Big Hair. Nothing ruins an outfit/look more for me than flat hair with zero volume. Bleh =/ Whip out that teasing comb and root pump and start volumizing! I'm not saying that you need humungous hair thats three times the size of your head, but a little tease never hurts! Give your look more bounce like the MARIALIA model below:

DON'T!!

Ugg boots with mini-skrts. The Eski-hoe look is done done done, & I'll admit I used to be guilty of this my sophomore year in high school! If you must sport the Ugg Boot, pair them with pants please!

DO!!

Put bows in your hair. Wear them with anything! Its one of my favorite outfit accessories & it will never get old for me. Nothing adds that little "extra something" to your look like a bow does!

DONT!!

Ever own a pair of Crocs. EVER. They will never be cute, i don't care what you say.

DO!!

Over-indulge on expensive cosmetics. The quality IS better than the drugstore brands—maybe not by much, but why not treat yourself every so often? My guilty pleasure: Dior lipsticks in any shade of pink. Its definitley my lip color, & a little bit of lipstick can do wonders to your outfit! Find your signature shade & enjoy!

Available @ sephora.com $28

DON'T!!

Wear jeans that are too tight at the waist. No one likes a muffin top (and they can happen even on the skinniest of people)! Jeans are difficult to find a flattering fit if you have hips, which is why I personally never wear them...but when I do I normally end up getting a huge size that simply sits on my waist and then tailoring the legs to make them form fitted. If this happens to you...ditch the jeans!

DO!!

Opt for FAUX fur! Who cares if its vintage? Its still gross! If you want to rock the fuzzy look this winter, make sure you fake it- I always do!

DON'T!!

Don't forget the FASHION TAPE. Example: Miss Tara Reid. Poor Tara, amongst others such as Miss Lohan, would have been spared such the embarrassing situation if only they had remembered to tape and secure =[ Fashion tape works wonders. Don't own it? Go get it!

DO!!

Get your ruffle on. Ruffle details can make anything cute—from dresses to t-shirts to accessories! Ruffles always add a playful and flirty edge to your look so start adding more ruffles to your wardrobe! My new collection features a ton of ruffles- obsessed!

Lanvin ruffle t-shirt dress SPLURGE! (I LOVE THIS!) $1,050.00 @ barneys.com

NEVER IN A MILLION YEARS:

Now that you know some of my secret fashion DO's and DONT's, share some of yours! Are you guilty of some of my No-No's? Leave a comment below telling me what tops your list!

marialia

Fashionista: Fashion Police!

Style & fashion speak your personality without having to say any words...

I respect almost everything in fashion/art that is different—whether it be other people's personal style, or a fellow designer's latest collection—AND I almost always disagree with "worst dressed lists." With that said, there are some things I see on people that I just don't understand and it makes me want to hang my head in shame. (and I am sure many of you feel that way towards me and my fashion sense lol). There is a WRONG way to do "different" & this might be the classic case of me the pot calling the kettle black, but below are a few cases of celebs dressed in a manner that makes me seriously question... WTF?!

They are guilty of some serious fashion faux pas...

Brooke Hogan

I think this girl is a little notorious for her choice in wardrobe, and I actually like her. I enjoy watching Brooke Knows Best & although her music is whatever, I don't mind it. BUT... these outfits... are pretty tasteless & trashy.

Suggestion:

Dear Brooke,

If you insist on wearing cheetah print, atleast go with a classic cut dress!

One shoulder silk dress by Blumarine, $1,680 @ saksfifthavenue.com

Pair with...

Gold stud belt $55 @ topshop.com

Pair with...

L.A.M.B rhett shoe $349 @ piperlime.gap.com

Perez Hilton

The queen of the media has some really strange taste in fashion... really REALLY strange. I wish he would be more chic & fierce in with his outfit picks—and as for the middle picture—that better be faux fur! The only thing I approve of in all of this is the Hello Kittys on the shower cap.

Suggestion:

Dear Perez,

I don't get it. Please just stop. Try something like this instead:

7 for all mankind tux jacket $395 @ bloomingdales.com

Pair with...

Big Mac Tee by T.Rains (Traver Rains) $35 @ T-Rains.com

Pair with...

Marc by Marc Jacobs slim fit dark denim jean $188 @ saksfifthavenue.com

Christina Aguilera

Now that the XTina days are over (thankfully) I think she's over commiting such fashion atrocities... and I know the last dress in a more recent photo of herself isn't horrible, but I don't think its too fabulous either, and neither is the overbearing cleavage. Cover it up! As for the see-through little number: It can be seen as sexy when the top part is sheer and you can see the matching bra underneath, but never ever ever when the bottom is see through as well! Very tasteless choice in "LBD". No kudos to you, christina!

Suggestion:

Dear Christina,

Its not difficult to have sex appeal without looking trashy. Put those boobs away & get into one of these little black dresses instead:

Sequin strap dress by Herve Leger $1,250 @ saksfifthavenue.com

Pair with...

Mendel wedge bootie $595 @ bcbg.com

Pair with...

Jane Bollinger clutch $1,100 @ marissacollection.com

Lindsay Lohan

Love her as an actress, but all I can say is: trainwreck trainwreck trainwreck. Someone is in some serious need of fashion tape for the first dress...shouldn't your stylist always have that on hand?!! As for the other two looks... no thank you.

Dear Lindsay,

Stick with your typical black leggings look—they seem to be the safest for you:

Rag & bone leggings with mesh $250 @ shopbop.com

Pair with...

Mari tunic $118 @ marciano.com

Pair with...

Pairing a sheer top, usually black, with the same color lace/subtle detailed bra can be chic & sexy. One wrong move though, and it can look very wrong. See-through is cool only when the top has some tasteful print/pattern on it!

lace miracle push up bra $55 @ vicotiassecret.com

Mary-Kate Olsen

I have mixed feelings on the Olsen twins, especially because they always insist on wearing dead animals, but Mary-Kate in particular has some very... umm eccentric taste in how she decides to dress. NOT a fan, at all. Someone so beautiful and petite should be in things that are more smashing!

Dear MK,

The constant fur look is really disgusting. Poor animals. Why don't you opt for faux, wear clothing that actually fits, and try not to get lost in your dresses? Try this—faux fur is all the rage:

Ishii faux fur snow leopard jacket $402 @ shopsheboutique.com

Pair with..

Lacy floral dolman tunic $118 @ freepeople.com

Pair with...

Rock&republick skinny jean $209 @ emoda.com

Lily Allen

I like Lily Allen, I just don't like how she dresses. She needs to leave the pink hair to the professionals that can actually pull it off, stop wearing wedding dresses to magazine events, quit mistaking the daytime for some bondage lingerie show, and seriously do some major altering/taming on such a bold gown.

Suggestion:

Dear Lily,

I think you're rad, but I also think you need a major wardrobe makeover! Try this for something fun & cute:

silk one shoulder romper $100 @ topshop.com

Pair with...

Phillip Lim maribou feather sequin bolero jacket $950 @ net-a-porter.com

Pair with...

JCampbell berlin boot $209 @ freepeople.com

What other celebrities do you think have awful style? Do you agree/disagree with my picks? Comment below and let me know!

marialia

Fashionista: Rock your Homecoming!

"I didn't invent fashion, but I sure as hell am reinventing it. They say dress to impress; I say dress to stand out."

Throughout high school, the only important thing to me about the school dances wasn't finding a cute date, and it was never about the theme or the actual dance itself- it was all about what I wanted to wear (surprising huh?! ;]). I think I must have worn some of the most ridiculous things at one point- from short tutu dresses to crazy string outfits that surprisingly never got me kicked out for breaking dress code haha. I didn't go to many of mine, but Homecoming is right around the corner for many of you (and already passed for some =[) so let me show you a few outfits that I would have loved to wear if I could go back in time and relive those days, or that I would wear currently if I could go to your school's homecoming now!

Look #1

I would kill for this dress by Devani Weaver...I love it I love it I LOVE IT!

Yarn monster dress $335 @ devaniweaver.etsy.com

Pair with...

SPLURGE! Alexander McQueen<3 stud cuff $1,095 @ alexandermcqueen.com

Pair with...

Stud clutch $48 @ shopharmonylane.com

Pair with...

BRIGGHT steve madden shoe $130 @ endless.com

Look #2:

I'm sure its not a coincidence that this dress from FOREVER21 looks alot like Betsey Johnson fallwinter09 collection, but its still cute & the price is borderline ridiculous.

Floral party dress $22.80

Pair with...

Pink foil baby bow head band $12 @ velvetvillage.etsy.com

Pair with...

Pleaser Women's Teeze pink glitter pump $60 @ endless.com (I WANT THESE!!!! SO HOT! :D)

Look #3:

Not to toot my own horn or anything, but this IS one of my favorite dresses and not just because its made by me!

queen of hearts dress $220 @ marialiaxo.com

Pair with...

Bebe hear rhinestone braceletes $39 @ bebe.com

Pair with...

rhinestone ankle wrap heels $35 @ amiclubwear.com

Look #4:

JOVANI is one of my favorite dress labels of all time... almost every single dress they make, I fall in love with. Check out the amazing colors & design on this one- to die for!

JOVANI 2010 dress- available soon @ jovani.com

Pair with...

Golden Glitz clutch $175 @ couturecandy.com

Pair with...

Marciano Reiko sandal $130 @ endless.com

Special Occassion NO-NO's:

Whether its Prom or Homecoming or any other formal event, there's always that one (or two, or three) poor clueless girl in the group limo picture with the awful dress- the one that everytime you look back at the photos you thank your lucky stars it wasn't you? Don't be that person! Below are a few dresses that you should burn before you ever think of wearing them...

Dance Hall Blitz dress $150 @ modcloth.com

Maybe more like Dance Hall Disaster dress? This cut wouldn't look good on anybody and the mis-matching shoulder ties looks a little cheap. There are so many more chic options if you are trying to go for the classic black & white look!

Micro mini dress $27.80 @ forever21.com

There IS such thing as too short, and not only is this dress cheap in more than one way, I guarantee you that mini dresses are a huge regret the moment you try to sit down (or maybe not? to each their own) ;]. You don't want to be remembered from a school dance or formal event as the girl with her butt hanging out, so stay away from the super mico mini "sexy" short dresses!

Eliza J Chiffon Trapeze dress $118 @ nordstroms.com

This style dress is really rough on flattering your figure--mostly because it doesn't... at all. It is such a boring style & in my opinion most "trapeze" dresses have way too much going on at the collar. No thank you.

JS Strapless beaded gown with scarf $180 @ dillards.com

...this kind of dress is SO "out" that I don't even know how or why they were once "in". Strapless chiffon gowns plus cheesy matching "shawls" are beyond hideous and overplayed. I remember this look from when my sister went to her prom in 1999...its been done, its out, its ugly, DONT DO IT. Furthermore, anything with chiffon + beads can be dangerously tacky so be cautious ;]

Which look is your favorite? Which look do you hate?

I love them all! Comment below & let me know!

maralia

Pictures from MEXICO!

so many pictures!! photos sum everything up: cruise ship. puerto vallarta. mazatlan. cabo san lucas.

i had so much fun! it was hard being away from my work but vacations are good for my mind and sanity- and just what i needed, no cellphone/internet for the whole time either...nonetheless Im happy to be back "home"...enjoy..

do you like to travel??