i promise to...

Lots of people make New Year's resolutions. 

They want to loose weight, make better lifestyle choices, cut something out of their life or add something in. They want to travel more, spend less and pick up a new hobby. People want to spend more time with their family or take more time away from work. I find that they try to change their personality; quit being late, stop procrastinating and be more outgoing. 

This year I have goals, not resolutions. 

1. Try to find that line

ya know the one where being nice changes to getting walked all over.

2. Give Thanks

With a busy life, sometimes it's easy to take the little things for granted. I need to remember to be thankful for the things that sometimes go unnoticed. 

3. Stay Strong

I have the habit of being a people pleaser. But I need to learn that it's OK if not everyone likes you.

4. Let it go

forgive and forget. PERIOD

5. Appreciate

I need to make sure everyone in my life knows how special they are to me. every. single. day.

NYE in the Silicon Valley

If you live in my area and are not heading to San Francisco or Tahoe... Here are some New Year’s Eve events happening in your area. 

Fahrenheit Lounge 8pm 

Downtown San Jose

Tickets

The Menu Restaurant 8:30pm

Mountain View

Tickets

SP2 Communal Bar San Pedro Square,  9:00pm

San Jose

Tickets 

San Pedro Square Market 8:00pm

San Jose

80's theme

Bamboo Lounge Japantown,   9:30pm

San Jose

No tickets needed- must wear ALL WHITE

Pagoda at the Fairmont Hotel 9:00pm

San Jose

NYE [look your best]

Trying to put together an amazing New Years Eve outfit can be tough and frustrating with all the trends out there right now. However, I feel like if you choose something short and sparkly, you can't go wrong.

an eye catching top 

party ready pants

swoon worthy satchel

hawt heels 

glam earrings

my NYE outfit

recap snaps ♥ New Years 2013

My Friend Joanna acting very model-esque near the cliffs at Half Moon Bay- day trip on New Years Day. Maddie looking sharp in her pink puffer jacket.

The Sunset on Half Moon Bay.

My New Years Kiss from my love.

My fishtail braid- yes it took like 15 minutes to do.

The view from our friends' place in Noe Valley- picking them up before our beach adventure.

Mya and Grizzley cuddling together.

All the girls at our pre New Years bash. 

Making my own veggie platter and spending way less than the $30 that Whole Foods wanted to charge. New thrifted champagne glasses my hunny found plus they're Crate and Barrel. score!!

Jo and her boyfriend getting romantic with the sunset.

 My Sister and I at dinner, New Years Eve.

The boyfriend took me to see So This is 40... please go see it- you won't stop laughing. This is my bathroom selfie {don't judge} I just really love my Ugg scarf with this wool blazer. kept me warm in the theater

Us at dinner New Years, we ate at Noah's and it was delicious! I highly suggest you check it out if you are in the South Bay.

Happy 2013!!

Spending the first day of 2013 in San Francisco with friends and I have no agenda whatsoever.

I hope you all had a safe and fun and delicious New Years Eve and that today brings you hope and excitement for a prosperous 2013!!

looks like it's gonna be a great year ;)

Kiss me @ Midnight

First Outfit of the New Year

   Out here in California, it does get chilly for New Years Eve. But thank goodness we aren't forced to cover our amazing outfits with huge wool coats... sorry East Coast. So this year I have picked my staple New Years Eve outfit items, and hopefully it will bring you inspiration for your pretty New Years look!! XO

J.Crew Color block Sequin Top $54  J Brand Leather leggings $895  Rag and Bone Silver Tuxedo Jacket (black) $495   Brian Atwood Tribeca Laser Heel $1695  Judith Leiber Jessica Clutch $350 

Jennifer Fisher Slice Feather Earrings $1250  Jennifer Fisher Gypsy Finger Ring $950 Party Crown $10

New Years Resolution Planning

Do you have your New Years Resolution picked out yet? I feel like everyone and their Mom will choose to "get healthy" or "exercise more"... but what do those goals really mean? If you chose to change your lifestyle habits, set more realistic goals for yourself- because sometimes it can get overwhelming.

Instead, try "I will pack a nutritious lunch for myself everyday, so I don't succumb to fast food."

Another one I like is " I will only indulge in dessert when I'm out for dinner on Saturdays." Then you have a sweet treat to look forward to all week.. and hopefully that will keep your motivation up.

Check this article from Shape Magazine, it helps you plan your resolution and keep it.. So you will make sure to have a bright future in 2013!!