NYC: Sweets

Went to a candy store in Hell's Kitchen which seemed to specialize in gummy candy. Every animal and type of food was turned into its own gummy rendition. I love gummy candy and was so delighted at all the selections!
See all the fun ones below. My personal fav were the gummy penguins.

New York City and Boston Vacay!

Yes, it's that time of the year again. I am heading on vacation. This time I am going to NYC and Boston. I've never been to Boston and I AM SO EXCITED. I'll be sure to keep you all updated on my adventures in these two cities! I think I am most excited for the great food in NYC and experiencing Boston  for the first time.

Bon Voyage! :)

Mantra Monday: Set Intentions Daily

Today's mantra is set an intention daily.

I used to get very confused in yoga when a teacher would tell me to set my intention for the class (usually done at the beginning of the class). In turn, I started to set goals for myself during each class. I would try to hold certain poses a little longer, try something new, or make myself go to my ultimate edge.

Recently, I learned that there is a big difference between setting an intention and setting a goal for yourself.

When you set a goal for yourself, you are striving for a particular outcome in the future. When you set an intention, you set a focus on something that is going on in the present. This can be something that is going on around you and your life or it can simply be a focus on just breathing. Whatever it is, it should be something that will help you through what is going on right now rather than what is to come. Sometimes I even set my intention for someone in my life that needs good energy coming their way. Setting an intention will help you live in the moment and really enjoy life as it is.

So take a minute and revel in the present and set an intention each and every day.

Happy Mantra Monday!

We volunteered and so should you!

I love that my work has a volunteer event every quarter and everyone at the company takes a half day off of work to help a charity in need. This quarter we helped out an organization that helps children in crises that run away from home. This organization is called Angel's Flight located in south Los Angeles. Here the children are given clothing, food, medical care, counseling, recreation, and schoolwork. The ages of these children range from 10-17 years old. 

My work came in and saw what needed to be done and delegated jobs that the could really help the organization. We repaved the asphalt and painted a basketball court so that the kids would have somewhere nicer to play. We organized their clothing closet and painted murals in the children's bedrooms to make it a little happier.

 I only captured a couple pictures of the mural painting since that was the assignment I was given, but I really feel that this will have an impact on their daily lives and give them a nicer place to go in this time of need. 

Volunteering is great for the soul and everyone should do their part and lend an extra hand. There are so many people and places that could use a little extra care and help and you can make the difference!