A Rejuvenating Moment

As a photographer, I don't have that many self-pictures taken by me. I would really love to learn the art of taking self-portraits, but I find it quite challenging. The picture above was taken by me sometime last year. It took me about twenty shots to get the desired look I was going for. This is what I did... I put my camera on self-timer and used my dresser as a tripod - because unfortunately - my tripod broke. Then I ran over to my bed, posed quickly and came back again to see if I had a the "one" shot. My little girl thought I was crazy! Lol By the way, I'm still without a tripod! :( And this was the final shot... This photo was featured on the Divas and Dreams blog. ;)

window love {9/52}

I was invited by Angel to link up for her 3rd Photo Challenge themed VINTAGE.  I got very excited when she asked me since I love vintage pictures! :)

I don't know what it is but there's something about a window and a flower in a vase that I love... this is the window sill of my kitchen that's right in front of my sink. I always try to have at least one flower in a vase. Just a simple flower makes me happy especially to look at while doing the dishes.

 

To make this photo look vintage, I decided to experiment with one of  Kristy's textures that I won from her a few weeks ago. I really love how this photo turned out! I can't wait to try her other textures! Check out her blog @  Life-n-Reflection . Thanks Kristy for your wonderful textures!! And keep up the great work!! ;)

I also want to say thank you to all of you who stop by and leave a sweet comment every time. I really appreciate it very much. It makes me happy to see that I'm not just posting to a void space. Thank you, thank you, thank you! from the bottom of my heart! I also look forward to visiting each and everyone's blog as soon as I get a chance to- that way I can return the favor ;).

♥

a peaceful place to wake up to and come home to...

My bedroom is my favorite spot of the house. This is where I come to relax after a long day at work, or just the perfect place to read a book or watch a movie while cuddling in bed. :D

Ever since I redecorated my bedroom, it's been great to wake up every morning. It's very peaceful and I feel very happy with the fresh look. The color walls are very soft, painted in a grayish blue and I never get tired of this color. It's my favorite! The master bathroom is painted in the same color as well. To spice up the room a bit, all I do is just simply change the linen set to a different color or pattern to add instant drama. I'm very happy with the new ones I bought recently, (shown below) they just finish the look of the room.

I have to confess though, my room is not always this clean. I have a messy 10 year old girl and a messy hubby too! It makes me want to strangle them when they make my peace fly away! LOL

Here is my SOOC picture. As you can see not too much editing was done. A simple crop to straighten the picture. "Auto" leveled it on PSE. Then, I ran an action from Florabella . I chose Magnolia for this edit because it allowed me to brighten the image and enhancing the true colors of the room. For Example, on the SOOC picture below, the black on my bedspread is not really black, it's navy blue. So the colors above on the edited image are more true to life. ;)

Chirstmas....

a wonderful time to celebrate with family & friends...

trying to stay warm in this very cold weather....

My Christmas colors

    
     

there's no better place like home for the holidays.....

Welcome to my home! By request, here's a peek at what my home looks like this year for Christmas. At least, this year we'll celebrate merrily. Last year was a little sad because my mood got stolen by that horrible Grinch, but I knew I was not going to let that happen again this year. I always have to have a natural tree, because I grew up smelling the lovely pine scent and I am not willing to give that up for a fake one. Sorry if I hurt anyone's feelings. :) I also joined this linky party called the Christmas Tour of Homes 2010 at The Nester. Be sure to stop by and visit some of the homes that are being featured there. I got lucky I made it, being the last one.... like always, late for every party! Anyways, let's not forget that Jesus is the real reason for the season. Let's celebrate with joy in our hearts for the promise of salvation. May your Christmas be filled with lots of Love, joy and happiness!! Bienvenidos a mi hogar! Por la petición de algunos, así es como mi casita se ve este año para las fiestas Navideñas. Por lo menos este año celebraremos con mas alegría ya que el año pasado el ánino mio se lo robó el Grinch, pero yo no iva a permitir que eso pasara nuevamente este año. Siempre me ha gustado los pinos de verdad y no lo cambiaría por uno artificial. (Perdonenme si les hiero los sentimientos a alguien). :) No nos olvidemos de Jesús que es la verdadera razón de la ocasión. Celebremos con regocijo en nuestros corazones por la promesa de la salvación. Que tu Navidad esté llena de mucha alegría, amor y gozo!! Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15