Happy 2011!

"Never let a calendar tell you when to tell someone you love them, when to take a vacation, or when not to wear white."

...in other words, don't wait for the New Year to start changing your life around and becoming a better person. You determine your destiny.

I recently had an evaluation of my inner circle, or "team" as some people call it, to determine whether or not they were an asset or a liability (for lack of better words). I unfortunately had to let some people go, but in the end I felt so relieved to no longer have this baggage on my heart. It feels amazing to have complete control over who is in your life, and how close they are to you. You are your greatest asset!

Don't wait for the New Year to be happy. Make the necessary decisions and "cuts" that you need to make as soon as possible, because it's better to be happy sooner rather than later.

I wish you joy, happiness, and prosperity in the New Year!
♥tiff

Everybody needs someone to love

Merry Christmas! I hope you had a joyful day with loved ones. I spent this Christmas as I do all Christmases...with my family. But this year it was at my house. I was a little wiry at first, because of all the work that goes into hosting a large family for the holiday, but it turned out great!

I had a mini breakthrough this Christmas and I truly appreciated spending time with my family. I put my iPhone, and computer away, and engaged in the activities and conversation.

I had a very blessed Christmas to say the least, but the best part of my Christmas wasn't the Coco Channel perfume I got, or the Marc Jacobs wallet, but it was reading my Grammy the poem I wrote her. She shed a tear (which I've never seen her do) and she told me I was going to be the next Oprah (at which I laughed hysterically). My grandma swears I could be the President of the United States if I wanted to. That's just how much she believes in me.

It was at this moment that I was filled with so much pride. And I realized that whoever I marry will not only have to live up to my expectations, but they will also have to live up to the expectations that my family sets for me. My family holds me up to a high esteem, so I can't just be with anyone. I wouldn't want to let my Grammy down.

Of course I set my standards pretty high already, but sometimes charm and good looks can get in the way of my judgement. Now I will evaluate or re-evaluate dudes a lot different when it starts to get serious, because I deserve to be with the best.

Posting this song...just because I like it. :) one day me and my special guy will chill on the couch and listen to oldies like this one!

Dear Mr.

Dear Mr.

I'm a really nice girl. I'm ambitious, and smart, and cute, and fun. I'm not demanding or controlling. I am God fearing. I'm close to my family. I won't ask you to change. I'll learn to cook for you, clean, and wash your clothes. I'll watch the games with you. I'll listen to you when you're sad, and never mention that one time I seen you cry. I'll work my hardest to please you in every way imaginable ;) I'll keep my nails done, hair done, everything did. I will encourage you and support you. I'll pay for the bill...sometimes. I'll have your kids and be the best mother I can be. I will be understanding and forgive you. I will never lie to you. I will stay healthy, and thick, and in shape. I will always be by your side regardless of how much money you have, or don't have. I will encourage you to be a better man everyday. I will never cheat on you.

I will do all of this for you. But can you do one thing for me?

Can you LOVE ME unconditionally? Let me into a place of your heart that no one has ever been? Never let me get too far from your reach. Can you keep me safe from harm? Hold me when I'm cold. Console me when I'm sad. Play with my hair. Tell me you're proud of me. Will you never lie to me, even if the truth may hurt? Can you have the courage to tell me when you're in love, even if its not with me? Will you never cheat on me? Will you believe in me when I don't believe in myself? Will you admit when you're wrong? Will you give me kisses on my nose and forehead and tell me I'm beautiful? Can you always be on my side, even when I'm wrong? Will you give me space when I need it? Can you teach me things, and help me to grow as a person? Can you promise to help me reach my potential, and never hold me back?

If you can Mr., I promise...
I promise to love you with every ounce of my heart.

Sincerely,
ME

I Miss This

Last Spring I went to Lima, Peru with University of San Francisco, University Ministries. I went with no knowledge of the culture, language, or friends but I left with a calm spirit, lifelong friends, great memories, and a strong appreciation for all cultures. We worked with an organization called Herracion, a program developed to get street children in Lima off of the streets and into school or constructional programs where they learn trades like construction, sewing, and cooking that can benefit them in the future. The founder of Herracion is a Lady named Lucy Bazan. She is the most influential and inspiring women I've ever met. She started the organization and has kept it running by herself, funding and all, and is expanding the organization as we speak. To meet someone with such a giving heart inspires me to be a better person everyday. She lives her life in order to make a better life for others. I pray to be like her someday. I thank God for this experience and hope that everyone is given the opportunity to experience another culture, and another way of living one day. ♥tiff

Lucy

San Bertolo-Lima, Peru

Some amazing travel partners and Me

Fell in <3>

No matter the language or cultural difference we all have one thing in common:

We're all human beings with downfalls, triumphs, love, and laughter.

God

12.13.2010

Destiny is for losers. It's just a stupid excuse to wait for things to happen instead of making them happen.
- Blair Waldorf

Words I Live By

No Music, No Life

OC Fair. Photo taken by Me

Los Scandalous

These words I live by

Vegas

"At the end of the day, I'm just trying to make sense of life and what it means to me."

(weheartit.com)

(icanread)

In A Sentimental Mood - Duke Ellington and John Coltrane

This song depicts exactly how I feel right now.

Lightdreams and Nightmares

Yesterday I went to Drakes concert at Universal City Walk in Los Angeles. My sister and I have been fans of Drake since before he did "Replacement Girl" ft Trey Songz. Drake was overlooked as a serious artist for years, and now he finally gets the attention that he so well deserves. I appreciate Drake so much as an artist. I love his truthfulness and genuine attitude. I'm not so much in love with his persona, but more so on how he can capture what everyone is feeling in his words. He's like the voice of the 20 sumthin' year olds lol. We had a lot of fun at the concert. He brought out guest performers Tyga, YG, Nippsey Hussle, and of course Nicki Minaj. The vibe of the audience was great. I would definetly go again...but next time I want to be front row. :)

(Photos of Drake at Universal City Walk LA Concert curtesy of Allthingsfresh.net)

(Me and my sister)

♥tiff

Halloween

I didn't have any specific plans for Halloween this year, I just knew I wanted to dress up! However, somehow we ended up at a Mansion Party in the Hollywood Hills. The house was really nice, (so was the free food, drinks, and valet parking) but nothing beat the rooftop view of the enitre city. It was absolutely breathtaking! All in all I had a suprisingly great Halloween, hope you had one too!

♥tiff

Greek Goddess Athena
Rooftop View

The Mansion

I found an Angel

...adn a bunny rabbit!

"Did you eat your Wheaties today?"

Big Bad Wolf

My carving skills are on point!

Why I ♥ LA

Because you can ride bikes on the beach in the Fall!

"Runaway" Kanye West

FYOI. (For You Own Interpretation)

You Get What You Give

In life there are no free handouts. Whatever time and work you put into your goals (whatever they may be) will prevail in the end... one way or another. This weekend I went to visit friends in San Francisco and I had a great time! I realized that if you give good friendship, then you get good friendship in return. This goes for everything in life really. If you're a good person and you do your best to be a better person everyday, you will be surrounded by others that do the same. :) I am blessed to have so many great people in my life!

Pinkberry with one of my great friends Vinecea! She's a great listener, and gives very practical advice. Without her, my life would be a huge whirlwind!

San Francisco definitely has some of the best food, and the best people in the world, hands down!Aalishah and Bionx aka "The Twins". These ladies have georgous personalities and smiles to match!

My breakfast yum yum...no leftovers sorry! lol

Me and my partner in crime Ashley. Together we make excellent friends, and your worst kind of enemy...so don't try to play us! :D

Blueberry Pancakes

Make today a good one!

♥tiff

The Cypher

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About Me

I know it's a bit late to do an about me, but... what the heck! :) I was recently turned onto horoscopes by a friend. At first I wasn't really into them, but after following @zodicasigns on twitter, I am totally a believer! In light of my new love for horoscopes I thought I would clue you in to who I am, by sharing some of my horoscopes that I find to be very true. I am an Aquarius btw ;)

Enjoy!

♥tiff

• "Knows instinctively people are complex, and enjoys the process of finding out what makes them tick."


• "Is never one to judge anyone by first impression, she's just too worldly for that :)"


• "Distinctly intelligent, independent, and often sometimes unconventional, she is full of unexpected suprises. "


• "Has good concentration. She fully understands one thing before jumping over to another."


• "Expects to stay forever in love with the one she loves and get married."


• "Is very particular about hygiene and contraception and sleeping around holds little interest for her."


• "Belives that the only way to change the world is to change ones self."

All horoscopes were found on www.twitter.com/zodiacsigns

10.10.10 "The Light"

Towards The Light
Originally uploaded by Canonshot Mole

If you travel in the dark you will stumble,
For in the dark there are things you cannot see.
Sometimes it feels comfortable to be in the dark.
You are free to be whoever you want to be.
Sometimes you don't want people to know,
your innermost darkest thought or secrets.
You feel it is better this way,
and this way you ought to keep it.

When light came into this world,
men and women refused to see it.
The would rather be left in the dark,
you see they liked all their lies and their secrets.
The light reveals all the truth,
and no stone is left unturned.
It shines in the darkest of places,
in abusive homes, and in crack stations it burns.
But just because you can't see the light,
does not mean it is not shinning.
It's shinning alright, Big and Bright,
and He's waiting for you to find it.

♥tiff
"Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, 'I am the light of the world. He who follows me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life'. John 8:12

I Feel So Weak

Literally...I think I'm getting sick and my body feels so weak right now. (Do you ever feel like you convince your body that you're sick when you're not, and then you actually get sick?...or maybe thats just me.) And to top things off, it's gloomy and cold today :(

On a brighter note...I went to my first football game this weekend, went out with friends, and watched Sunday football with someone I haven't seen in a while AND my Lakers play today :)

Happy Monday!

♥tiff

My Shoe Wish List

1. Rachel Roy- Kimi- $99 (found my shoes for Vegas!)

2. F21- Studded Peeptoe Clogs-$35

3. Steve Madden-Kracklee-$80

4. F21- Leather + Lace-$33

5. BR- Roman Equestrian Rain Boot-$98

6. Steve Madden- Brigitt-$68