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WHAT I WORE IN LISBON

August 20, 2021

TOO MUCH HOUNDSTOOTH

February 17, 2021

EMBRACING FASHION

November 30, 2020

COLORFUL LEATHER JACKETS: FALL 20 TREND

November 11, 2020

BIRDSONG: Beauty Under The Sun

June 16, 2020

EXPRESSING MYSELF

March 26, 2020

SPRING TRANSITION WITH BANANA

March 12, 2020

YELLOW FEVER

February 20, 2020

GIFTING: LEOPARD STYLE

December 1, 2019

STITCH FIX by KATIE STURINO

August 16, 2019

AT THE FINISH LINE

May 10, 2019

WOMEN’S DAY

March 7, 2019

HAPPY MONDAY: TAKE TWO

January 21, 2019

ORANGE YOU RED

December 1, 2018

SEQUIN SEQUENCE

November 27, 2018

FAVE DRESS

November 26, 2018

ARE WE LIVING OUR BEST LIVES?

October 22, 2018

HAPPY MONDAY: FEELING ACCOMPLISHED

October 16, 2018
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Hiya, I'm Cynthia. Thanks for stopping by. Based in NYC, this blog is where I share all the things I love, so please Explore. Hope you'll stop by again. Enjoy!

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Destination idea:šŸ“Panama- just the colors of #C Destination idea:šŸ“Panama- just the colors of #CascoAntigua & #CascoViejoPanama - add this to your destination idea list. Cos I know folks always looking for trip ideas. It’s currently dry season- so you get lovely warm temps with minimal rain. It’s small enough to not overwhelm if you only have a short trip but has real variety for longer trips as well. There’s the Juxtaposition of  the old, the new and some of the most beautiful beach islands if you can make it to #sanblasislands. Save and share this one! P.s. Have you been?
My mom always told me that I should never fear sol My mom always told me that I should never fear solitude because even if we try extra hard to surround ourselves with people, community, friends, partners, it may happen to us. And there’s nothing inherently bad about it. In fact it made her a stronger, happier, all around better person being comfortable and happy in her alone moments. And since then I’ve always found comfort in solitude- it never felt lonely. During my year in London, I spent my first month living a very solitary life because there was much I needed to learn about myself. 

And by alone time, I don’t mean the short breaks that we sometimes want to take away from our families- I’m not talking #metime escapes and indulgences. I’m talking those moments when you have to sit in the absence of others. Where you don’t feel like you have to fill empty moments with the presence of others. It’s a beautiful life skill to hone and to have. 
P.s. you can be alone and feel surrounded by love, and you can be surrounded by people and feel so lonely. Take care of yourselves my people.
šŸ“PanamašŸ‡µšŸ‡¦: Sometimes we feel like we gott šŸ“PanamašŸ‡µšŸ‡¦: Sometimes we feel like we gotta do everything with both of them the same time, the same way, the same amount. The advice we’ve gotten from other twin parents and adult twins is to remember to celebrate their individuality. Honestly travel with them ain’t always easy but there’s so many gem moments that make it worth it. We got you next time Kai. šŸ˜… 

Head to stories for more.

#familytime #familytravel #parentsoftwins #cascoviejo #blaclfamilytravel
Not taking for granted that I can actually step aw Not taking for granted that I can actually step away like this- not an option for everyone. So I’m really grateful for the time and for the space.

Time away, whether it’s 2 days or 10 days, whether it’s in the form of a retreat or a vacation isn’t some kind of magic pill that solves all, but it can give us the time and space to check into the parts of us that we can so easily ignore. For me, it’s realizing I need better daily habits so that I have less need for ā€œrechargingā€. I think ultimately that’s healthier- it’s like … if you take care of your physical health, you’re less likely to need to do some kind of insane crash fitness or diet plan because you’ve been putting in the work in small doses. 

So that’s what it took me 2 days to hone in on. Maybe I could have done this in a quiet corner at home, maybe I didn’t need meditation and breath-work and spa time šŸ˜…- but I can tell you that they were helpful to me and felt like I was really just taking care of myself. 

And not that I have to explain, but hey I’m on this platform cos in many ways- there’s a joy in sharing my experiences whether they be ā€œsuperficial/trivialā€ or ā€œinsightful/thoughtfulā€. There’s the saying Count your Blessings- the problem is that a clouded/ cluttered brain won’t let you do that. And the clutter, just like clutter that builds up in your house and closet, make absolutely no sense and are the least important things. They don’t even deserve space in our home, hearts or head. 

That’s my sole journey this 2023. Clear the mess so I can see those blessings clearly, without having to struggle to see them, over and under piles of crap (literally and figuratively). Get it, I’m still in diaper season🤣🤣- couldn’t help myself. Stay blessed my peoples. Much love šŸ–¤
Solo time: what’s that like for you? Yay or Nay? Solo time: what’s that like for you? Yay or Nay? And thanks to @shousugibanhouse for the stay I didn’t know I needed. #twinmom #metime #selfcare is not overrated #solotravel
Do People Hate Babies? Well the comments on the NY Do People Hate Babies? Well the comments on the NY Times story on Babies in First Class had me shook. Like most people, I am well aware that the loud shrieks of a crying baby is not a sound anyone enjoys, even I have had my patience tested by a kid kicking my seat. But none of that irritation ever had me thinking that there should be a baby, infant, toddler ban from not just First Class but even more radically planes altogether. 

Let’s start with the question of Babies on planes generally- Actually let’s not- I don’t even think I need to justify the need for babies to move around the world. And if you have a different opinion, please share. I need a laugh. 

As concerns, first class- I will never get over the elitism of people that frequent ā€œpremium spacesā€. It’s like all of a sudden - only the squished folks in coach should be subject to babies because First class passengers believe they’ve paid for some paradise in the sky, with that struggle curtain, that separates them from the peasants. Like most ā€œpremium experiencesā€, First class is a scam - it’s not that serious. If I have points or someone else is paying for it, would I take it? Yes I have and I will continue to- extra legroom, laying flat, marginally better food… yup. But at sometimes 10x the cost of coach, I usually prefer to pay a fraction in premium economy for more legroom cos traveling with kids, we need all the space. 

Anyways- whether in life or in the sky, we share this world, with neighbors we love, and those we can’t stand. And this attitude of I shouldn’t have to hear or see things that are unpleasant to me cos I paid or have more money is exactly what’s wrong with the world. But I know we’re better than that. Atleast that’s why I have never felt one ounce bad when the boys have cried on the plane. I do my best to minimize- but Tis Life- in all it’s imperfection- whether on land, at sea or way up in the air. 

P.S. for the record, consideration goes both ways. And I do think some parents could do more reining in of their kids but not much you can do when a 9month old suffers from ear pressure. If you’re seated next to this situation, find solace that u’re not next to the drunk passenger.
Issa wrap. No real complaints about 2022 but reall Issa wrap. No real complaints about 2022 but really excited for some changes in 2023. #takingcontrol #takingcontrolofmylife #newbeginnings - How are you closing out?
Going for an all leather look. Ended up in all blu Going for an all leather look. Ended up in all blue šŸ’™. Would you have chosen a different fit? Fits linked in stories.
I’m a simple gal, just wanted a little shine. Th I’m a simple gal, just wanted a little shine. This is an easy one - and it’s works whether you like doing a lot with your nails or doing a little. It’s also the longest my natural nails have gotten in a while- definitely hooked on hard gel. #nailsofinstagram #holidaynails P.s. I suck at capturing nail content - won’t be doing this again šŸ˜…šŸ˜…

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