I always knew I wanted to be special. I mean, who doesn't? It took me a while - 25 years to be exact - to truly grasp the meaning of it. "Special," what does it take to be this and how do you achieve it? Finally, I have come to the realization that I have … Continue reading Redefining *Special*
I would have never guessed 2020 would have gone this way. I wanted to share mottos I live by that may help you during these difficult times. Make choices that you can look in the mirror and be proud of This is something my Mom has always told me to do and it never fails. … Continue reading Mottos I Live By
Since I recently had a birthday, a LEAP DAY birthday at that (I turned 6 years old or 24 years old on February 29th), I wanted to share 23 things I learned in the past year. I did this last year when I wrote 22 things I learned while being 22 years old. I got … Continue reading 23 Things I learned at 23 years old
"You're only as good as your last performance" – that sums up my mentality in high school and beyond. Participating in rigorous theatre programs taught me a lot and made me who I am today but it also heightened my critical nature. Again, and again I have been reminded that I am my own worst … Continue reading What I Would Change About Myself
People have tried to insult me by telling my I care too much, as if being passionate is a bad thing. I have been told statements and asked questions like these: "you are only good because you care", "why do you even care?” and even, "get a life". Since when did working hard, being ardent, … Continue reading “You Care too Much” – An Insult from the Envious, Insecure & Passionless
I just turned 23-years-old last week, sometime between Thursday, February 28th and Friday, March 1st. I wanted to share some of the important things/lessons I learned during the challenging year that was my 22nd. There are some I am still working on perfecting. Acknowledging them as something worth capturing is the first step! We are … Continue reading 22 Things I learned at 22-Years-Old
My Mom finished her chemo treatment a couple of weeks ago (one of the happiest days of my life and of course, of hers, as well). I haven’t had a chance to write about it on here but I did share a vlog revolving around the special day on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHep8UMT5F4&t=144s I wanted to share … Continue reading My Mom is Done with Chemo! | CHEMO TIPS
Last Year – Thanksgiving 2017 What I Wore: This dress belonged to my Mom. I love the combination of colors and vintage feel. Drink: Champagne with cranberries (frozen or fresh – your choice) Appetizers: Pumpkin hummus Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/230466/savory-pumpkin-hummus/ Don't be afraid to play with it. I made it my own by adding rosemary, more cayenne pepper … Continue reading 2018 Thanksgiving Meal Plan & Recipes
My Mom's Story In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I wanted to share my Mom’s story. She was diagnosed with stage 1, hormone + breast cancer back in June (once we found out some lymph nodes tested positive for cancer, it was classified as stage 2). Following the diagnosis, we decided … Continue reading Story Time: My Mom Had Breast Cancer
I don't know about you, but it always seems like when I am looking to purchase something specific for an outfit I have concocted in my head, I can never find it and when the need has dissipated–it magically appears. I tend to loath going to the mall. I dislike the large masses of people and … Continue reading Amazon – A Fashion Resource
Caylin Jimenez 