October 31, 2012

Wordless Wednesday - Happy Halloween!!!




Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Halloween!!!

Tootles!

Real Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday - Happy Halloween!!!




Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Halloween!!!

Tootles!

Real Wordless Wednesday

Let's Talk Financial Chic!

Hola Readers, Friends and peek-a-boo-ers!  Hope everyone is having a fantastic grip at life!  Today I am excited to be partaking in a sort of talk show series called Couch Talk by Vanisha of Vanisha's Life in...Australia and co-hosted by none other than Helen of Eat.Enjoy.Live.  Vanisha is simply trialing the couch talk series this year and exploring possible ways to run it next year.  I like the way Helen put it "A little like a coffee date and a little like vino with friends."  When I heard about it, well, if you know me, I just couldn't help but want to help out.  So, I'm giving it a good old college try!

The theme for this month's Couch Talk is Financial Chic!  Which comes well in sync with my present situation.  I am unemployed!  Wait!  Let me rewind.  Three years ago I moved to Kansas from Miami, Florida for a much needed tranquil adventure.  I was blessed with an awesome job working for one of the most prestigious and leading hospitals in Kansas, I became an empty-nester with new found free time on my hands.  I lived in a cozy 2-bedroom apartment in a beautiful and peaceful community. Had my own room, own bathroom and my own BIG walk in closet housing my zillion pairs of shoes!  Okay, I'm exaggerating there a little...million pairs of shoes!  Life was grand other than not having all my 3 daughters living in the same state.  Only one daughter lived with me in Kansas, the other two in Miami.  But, fortunately I was able to travel once a year to Miami to visit and play with the G-kidz.  Life was good.  I started my blog, I would take long walks, I meditated, I'd go antique shopping, I'd run, I even tried vegan-ism.  Which was wonderful.  I was energized and feeling healthy.  I was perfectly happy, okay I'm lying, I wasn't perfectly happy, but I was happy.

BUT, about 2 months ago life unexpectedly knocked on my door and said "Hey Mayra, your time here in Kansas is done! Time to go back home!".  Believe me you, when life knocked on my door and telling me it was time for me to leave my secure good paying job, my comfy home, my precious treasure2 (middle daughter), I scratched my head and said Whaaat?? Watcha talkin' bout Willis??   Trust me, all this will work right into the whole theme of  Financial Chic!  I promise. Just bare with me. Gracias ;)

Anyhoo, my daughters expressed how much they needed me, especially my youngest who is still in school at the University and there was no way I was going to say no to my most precious treasures.  Yes, sirree!  The Motherly strings strummed hard at my heart so, I turned in my letter of resignation at work, sold what I could of my furniture and relocated from Kansas back home to beautiful, sunny Miami, Florida!  It was a bitter-sweet decision.  My move was a drastic change.  From empty nest to full nest (again); from my space to shared space; from quiet mornings to loud mornings; from "me" time to absolutely none!  From a very good job to no job!  I am unemployed!  It was all unexpected!

Fortunately, I learned early on to be financially chic (smooth transition, huh?) toldya ;)

Ever since I was a young girl, I learned to save money.  I owe this learned lesson to my father who worked hard and saved every penny possible as the sole provider to my Mother, my 3 sisters and myself.  He would always tell us to put aside at least 10-20 percent of our income aside for rainy days.  I am grateful I developed this very good habit early on because it became a natural thing for me to do.  No matter how little I had, I always put something aside.  

So how much should you save for a rainy day or for an unexpected knock on the door from life?   

Experts say you should have a "savings fund large enough to cover at least 3-6 months of your expenses".  They strongly suggest you aim for 6 months.  With today's massive online access to shopping and how easy the Internet makes it, one can lose sight and get into deep debt.  I personally keep away from online shopping.  As a matter of fact, I have NO credit cards whatsoever.   If I cannot purchase it with cash then I should not be buying it.  That's another principle my father taught my sisters and I...no cash, no buy. 

Although at times I may get anxious because the right job hasn't come along, I am fortunate that I took steps to save for a rainy day.  I can also feel at ease while seeking and waiting for the right job to come along.  I have been at both ends of the stick.  I have had money and I have had no money.  And I personally prefer to save money for the unexpected ventures.  I did some research and came across 7 Ways to Sock Away Emergency Cash.  I encourage you all to check it out to learn more about being financially chic.  

I really enjoyed participating with Vanisha and Helen and I thank them for having me.  And as always, it makes me superdeeduperdee happy when you guys stop by to visit.  Do you have a "financial chic" story you'd like to share?  Tell me about it.  Or perhaps you have a "non-financial chic" story.  Tell me about it too!  After all, it's all about inspiring and being inspired!


Tootles!

Let's Talk Financial Chic!

Hola Readers, Friends and peek-a-boo-ers!  Hope everyone is having a fantastic grip at life!  Today I am excited to be partaking in a sort of talk show series called Couch Talk by Vanisha of Vanisha's Life in...Australia and co-hosted by none other than Helen of Eat.Enjoy.Live.  Vanisha is simply trialing the couch talk series this year and exploring possible ways to run it next year.  I like the way Helen put it "A little like a coffee date and a little like vino with friends."  When I heard about it, well, if you know me, I just couldn't help but want to help out.  So, I'm giving it a good old college try!

The theme for this month's Couch Talk is Financial Chic!  Which comes well in sync with my present situation.  I am unemployed!  Wait!  Let me rewind.  Three years ago I moved to Kansas from Miami, Florida for a much needed tranquil adventure.  I was blessed with an awesome job working for one of the most prestigious and leading hospitals in Kansas, I became an empty-nester with new found free time on my hands.  I lived in a cozy 2-bedroom apartment in a beautiful and peaceful community. Had my own room, own bathroom and my own BIG walk in closet housing my zillion pairs of shoes!  Okay, I'm exaggerating there a little...million pairs of shoes!  Life was grand other than not having all my 3 daughters living in the same state.  Only one daughter lived with me in Kansas, the other two in Miami.  But, fortunately I was able to travel once a year to Miami to visit and play with the G-kidz.  Life was good.  I started my blog, I would take long walks, I meditated, I'd go antique shopping, I'd run, I even tried vegan-ism.  Which was wonderful.  I was energized and feeling healthy.  I was perfectly happy, okay I'm lying, I wasn't perfectly happy, but I was happy.

BUT, about 2 months ago life unexpectedly knocked on my door and said "Hey Mayra, your time here in Kansas is done! Time to go back home!".  Believe me you, when life knocked on my door and telling me it was time for me to leave my secure good paying job, my comfy home, my precious treasure2 (middle daughter), I scratched my head and said Whaaat?? Watcha talkin' bout Willis??   Trust me, all this will work right into the whole theme of  Financial Chic!  I promise. Just bare with me. Gracias ;)

Anyhoo, my daughters expressed how much they needed me, especially my youngest who is still in school at the University and there was no way I was going to say no to my most precious treasures.  Yes, sirree!  The Motherly strings strummed hard at my heart so, I turned in my letter of resignation at work, sold what I could of my furniture and relocated from Kansas back home to beautiful, sunny Miami, Florida!  It was a bitter-sweet decision.  My move was a drastic change.  From empty nest to full nest (again); from my space to shared space; from quiet mornings to loud mornings; from "me" time to absolutely none!  From a very good job to no job!  I am unemployed!  It was all unexpected!

Fortunately, I learned early on to be financially chic (smooth transition, huh?) toldya ;)

Ever since I was a young girl, I learned to save money.  I owe this learned lesson to my father who worked hard and saved every penny possible as the sole provider to my Mother, my 3 sisters and myself.  He would always tell us to put aside at least 10-20 percent of our income aside for rainy days.  I am grateful I developed this very good habit early on because it became a natural thing for me to do.  No matter how little I had, I always put something aside.  

So how much should you save for a rainy day or for an unexpected knock on the door from life?   

Experts say you should have a "savings fund large enough to cover at least 3-6 months of your expenses".  They strongly suggest you aim for 6 months.  With today's massive online access to shopping and how easy the Internet makes it, one can lose sight and get into deep debt.  I personally keep away from online shopping.  As a matter of fact, I have NO credit cards whatsoever.   If I cannot purchase it with cash then I should not be buying it.  That's another principle my father taught my sisters and I...no cash, no buy. 

Although at times I may get anxious because the right job hasn't come along, I am fortunate that I took steps to save for a rainy day.  I can also feel at ease while seeking and waiting for the right job to come along.  I have been at both ends of the stick.  I have had money and I have had no money.  And I personally prefer to save money for the unexpected ventures.  I did some research and came across 7 Ways to Sock Away Emergency Cash.  I encourage you all to check it out to learn more about being financially chic.  

I really enjoyed participating with Vanisha and Helen and I thank them for having me.  And as always, it makes me superdeeduperdee happy when you guys stop by to visit.  Do you have a "financial chic" story you'd like to share?  Tell me about it.  Or perhaps you have a "non-financial chic" story.  Tell me about it too!  After all, it's all about inspiring and being inspired!


Tootles!

October 29, 2012

I LOVE My Online Friends ~GFC Hop~

Hola Readers, Familia and Friends!  
Today I am excited to be co-hosting for the first time the I Love My Online Friends 'GFC' Hop!
Hope you all join me in the fun, but most importantly share in the love and support!!! 
 Last week there was 162 link ups.

***Ka-Pow***
Wow! That's a lot of LOVE!!!

For more info on the hop and guest hosting, please read HERE. 
Well, are you ready? Let's go hopping!
Now, let's get jiggy wit it and make some new friends!!!

***RULES FOR THE HOP***

1. Please follow your host and the fab five on Google Friend Connect (GFC). 

***Host***

***Fab Five***
SimplyyMayra @ PonderWonders 
Lindsay @ Baby Mama Drama 

2. Link up your homepage and start hopping around. Remember, this is a blog hop, you've gotta do some hopping in order for it to truly be worth your time. When you get a new follower it's always nice to return the favour. Visit their blogs, leave them a comment and/or return the follow.

3. You are not required to, but it would be great if you could tweet/like/pin/share this post and/or grab the button and share it on your blog. The more people that see this hop, the more blogs for us to visit and the more followers we gain.
Thanks and Happy Hopping!  
The Things We Find Inside



Reminder:  This week's feed on Soul Food Monday! - An Inspirational Link-Up! is a self-serve buffet!  So make sure to come back and link-up and feast on your fave inspiration! 

Tootles!
 


I LOVE My Online Friends ~GFC Hop~

Hola Readers, Familia and Friends!  
Today I am excited to be co-hosting for the first time the I Love My Online Friends 'GFC' Hop!
Hope you all join me in the fun, but most importantly share in the love and support!!! 
 Last week there was 162 link ups.

***Ka-Pow***
Wow! That's a lot of LOVE!!!

For more info on the hop and guest hosting, please read HERE. 
Well, are you ready? Let's go hopping!
Now, let's get jiggy wit it and make some new friends!!!

***RULES FOR THE HOP***

1. Please follow your host and the fab five on Google Friend Connect (GFC). 

***Host***

***Fab Five***
Danielle @ Unorganized Chaos X3 
SimplyyMayra @ PonderWonders 
Lindsay @ Baby Mama Drama 
Leslie @ Sincerely, Leslie 

2. Link up your homepage and start hopping around. Remember, this is a blog hop, you've gotta do some hopping in order for it to truly be worth your time. When you get a new follower it's always nice to return the favour. Visit their blogs, leave them a comment and/or return the follow.

3. You are not required to, but it would be great if you could tweet/like/pin/share this post and/or grab the button and share it on your blog. The more people that see this hop, the more blogs for us to visit and the more followers we gain.
Thanks and Happy Hopping!  
The Things We Find Inside



Reminder:  This week's feed on Soul Food Monday! - An Inspirational Link-Up! is a self-serve buffet!  So make sure to come back and link-up and feast on your fave inspiration! 

Tootles!
 


Soul Food Monday! - An Inspirational Link-Up!

Man is the soul that uses the body as an instrument of self-expression.
Hola Readers! Hope this morning everyone is having a great rise along with a BIG appetite for life where ever in the world you may find yourself today. A life filled with excitement and prosperity!   Acknowledging first that we are more than just a body is a good start to healthy wholeness.  Let's take time to feed the soul.  We feed our bodies with healthy foods to get enough energy and nutrients for optimal growth and development.  We feed and stimulate the mind with books, movies, plays and games for personal and creative development.  The same principal applies to feeding the soul.  It is just as important to feed the body as it is to feed the soul!  After all, the soul is the core of who we are!  It is who we are.  My own experiences of honoring my soul has helped me make this connection with my very soul.  And my life is so much richer in so many ways I could not have even imagined.  This is why I refuse to believe that we are just here to work, eat, sleep and die.  Yes, these are inevitable experiences we live as human beings, but we are spiritual beings as well.  So join me every Monday with a different food for the soul.

This Week's Feed:  Self-serve buffet... 
(Yogi Tea is the brand I enjoy every day. Each tea bag is attached with a little inspirational note)


Wishing everyone a magical Monday and a week full of love, laughter and excitement!

Please keep coming back for more Soul Food Monday!  
Where you can feed your soul and start your week with a great and positive outlook!  
And ultimately brighten someone else's week by sharing your inspiration!
What is your inspiration this week?

Follow your heart!  Grab the button, link-up and share!  

Ponderwonders

Soul Food Monday! - An Inspirational Link-Up!

Man is the soul that uses the body as an instrument of self-expression.
Hola Readers! Hope this morning everyone is having a great rise along with a BIG appetite for life where ever in the world you may find yourself today. A life filled with excitement and prosperity!   Acknowledging first that we are more than just a body is a good start to healthy wholeness.  Let's take time to feed the soul.  We feed our bodies with healthy foods to get enough energy and nutrients for optimal growth and development.  We feed and stimulate the mind with books, movies, plays and games for personal and creative development.  The same principal applies to feeding the soul.  It is just as important to feed the body as it is to feed the soul!  After all, the soul is the core of who we are!  It is who we are.  My own experiences of honoring my soul has helped me make this connection with my very soul.  And my life is so much richer in so many ways I could not have even imagined.  This is why I refuse to believe that we are just here to work, eat, sleep and die.  Yes, these are inevitable experiences we live as human beings, but we are spiritual beings as well.  So join me every Monday with a different food for the soul.

This Week's Feed:  Self-serve buffet... 
(Yogi Tea is the brand I enjoy every day. Each tea bag is attached with a little inspirational note)


Wishing everyone a magical Monday and a week full of love, laughter and excitement!

Please keep coming back for more Soul Food Monday!  
Where you can feed your soul and start your week with a great and positive outlook!  
And ultimately brighten someone else's week by sharing your inspiration!
What is your inspiration this week?

Follow your heart!  Grab the button, link-up and share!  

Ponderwonders

October 28, 2012

And the 100 GFC Giveaway WINNER is.........

Hola Readers, Friends and Familia!Hope you and yours are having a wonderful, pleasant and blessed day where ever in the world you may find yourself today.  I am proud to announce the winner of PonderWonders first ever GIVEAWAY!!!  Thank you all who participated.  Your love and support is superdeeduperdee greatly appreciated.  

Now, to the WINNER!!!!!!!
Drum rrrrrrroll please!!!
Ta - Da


Help me all to congratulate Chelsea for being the lucky winner!!!!   Yaaaay!!!!

Once again, thank you to all for the love and support and for helping make my first ever Giveaway and FUN and successful one.  I appreciate ALL of you!  
Y'all winners in mi corazon (my heart) ;)

Tootles!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

And the 100 GFC Giveaway WINNER is.........

Hola Readers, Friends and Familia!Hope you and yours are having a wonderful, pleasant and blessed day where ever in the world you may find yourself today.  I am proud to announce the winner of PonderWonders first ever GIVEAWAY!!!  Thank you all who participated.  Your love and support is superdeeduperdee greatly appreciated.  

Now, to the WINNER!!!!!!!
Drum rrrrrrroll please!!!
Ta - Da


Help me all to congratulate Chelsea for being the lucky winner!!!!   Yaaaay!!!!

Once again, thank you to all for the love and support and for helping make my first ever Giveaway and FUN and successful one.  I appreciate ALL of you!  
Y'all winners in mi corazon (my heart) ;)

Tootles!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

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