Zumba-What's the Hype?

If you are not sure what Zumba is, or have never tried it before- I can assure you that this photo can explain the basics in a nutshell. There has been so much hype about Zumba, so I figured that I would give it a whirl. 

Let me just tell you my friends- if your ready to get down and shake your booty this exercise is for you. If you are like myself, and you are willing to attempt to do some booty shaking but look like the BIGGEST white girl in the classroom-then this exercise is also for you.I can assure you that even though I felt like the Latin Dance Queen while I was busting some moves --I am realistic enough to realize that I looked a little more like Jim Carey. 

I am not going to lie, I did have a good time during the classroom, burned some calories, and laughed at my Non-booty shaking abilities and reconfirmed while I did not ever picked for the Latino Dance Quad. I suck! 

So you ask, if I recommend Zumba for my viewers. I am going to have to give it a thumbs up. You are moving every  part of your body from your head to your feet and having a good time doing it. Typically users burn 400-1000 calories per hour (depending on heart rate, age, and body fat). So what the hell-give it a try!

 

My Fairy Tale

Once upon a time, there was this ROCKSTAR girl. She was very hurt, confused and just wasn't sure if the right guy would ever come along. One day a strong handsome BABY PUP entered her life and things started to change. She was getting treated to royal dinners, exquisite wine tastings, and roses were presented time and time again. 

Welcome to my Fairy Tale! 
 

Some of the best things in life are worth waiting for. Bradley is truly something special and I feel blessed everyday to have such a kind hearted guy by my side day in-and day out. I love you babe!

1.1.11 <3 

Birthday #27

Anyone that knows me, knows that I am a big planner-and that is no exception for my own birthday. I honestly do not think I have ever had someone else plan my birthday [except when I was maybe one years old and couldn't talk--but I am sure in this little planner head of mine I was stirring up ideas].

For my 27th birthday I decided that San Diego would be a perfect location. It is absolutely one of my favorite places to visit and is always close enough for guests to join in on the fun. The plans for my birthday began stirring up around January and the next thing I knew the hotel was booked and the invites were sent out.

I was seriously counting down the DAYS until the San Diego trip. I already had 25 confirmed guests and to hype things up just a bit more, I found out one of my good friends was going to be spinning at a club that night in San Diego. Perfect much? I think so!

Lets go ahead and fast forward: IT WAS FINALLY HERE: We had arrived to Gaslamp San Diego.

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First things first-Cafe Coyote for some good eats and HUGE Margaritas, and to top it off with a little more adventure we decided to take the trolley!

Margarita Much?

 

All I have to say is this place is pretty classy-I mean where else can you get a Mariachi band to sing Happy Birthday to you on the spot while drinking a huge Margarita, with a bunch of your friends, with hand made tortillas, that allows you to read the Fiesta Newspaper and let you sit at your table trying to read the personal ads.....THIS PLACE !

 So then....after a few Margaritas in, I figured I better check into the Hilton Gaslamp Quarter Hotel before I was too tipsy to sign all of the paperwork. I trucked my way up the stairs and opened the hotel door only to FIND my 900 sq foot hotel room was only 300 sq feet. I stopped in my tracks. What the hell? To make a long story short, and a huge chunk of change coming out of the boyfriends bank account-we upgraded to the PRESIDENTIAL SUITE.

It was officially PARTY TIME! 

And off to Renato's Show we go

 


....We had such a great time, but it wasn't over yet.
The next day.....
A ton of champagne, beer, and breakfast-what a great way to end the trip.... The boyfriend had a little harder time celebrating--can we say HANGOVER...I think he thought it was his birthday....

A SPECIAL thank you to all of my friends and family that came out to me. You seriously all rock my world! Until next time San Diego...Stay classy.

xoxo Krisa

Taken, Dating Someone, Or Single Valentines

It's that time again, VALENTINES DAY! I am sure that there are mixed feelings across the board on this holiday. 

If your Taken- you spend the day with that special someone, and exchange heart filled gifts, if your Dating Someone- you really find out how that person feels about you. If the day passes without any acknowledgment, you realize he may not be that into you [or he just hates Valentines Day]. However, if the person goes out of their way to show that they care it is usually a sign of relief knowing that you don't need to wonder anymore . If you are Single- its most likely a day where you are reminded on why you hate men, and you get together with your girlfriends to bash on the male species all night long [been there-done that].

No matter what boat your in this year, I think we all can agree that hearts, lips, x's and o's tend to fill our home this season. I wanted to spread a little Valentine's cheer by showing you some amazing pins that I found on Pinterest.com. 

<3 "I've fallen in love many times... always with you".  ~Author Unknown




 

Glam and Affordable!

Ok ladies, lets talk nails today!

I am an ex/acrylic nail addict

I use to hit the nail salon every two weeks to get my acrylics done for 7 years. Honestly, it was one of my top priorities, and what do I have to show for it now? NOTHING.  Sick right? 

Don't get me wrong, I love acrylic nails, they look absolutely adorable--but my budget for the nails had to stop before it turned into a major obsession! I had to cut cold turkey!

Most of you that know me, are SHOCKED to see me without acrylic nails. If you are anything like myself, being all glitz and glamorous is a top priority. However, what if you cannot afford acrylic nails but are tired of the boring old nail polish colors that you use ever week? 

What if you could combine glam and glitz at a REASONABLE price. (Wow-I feel like I am selling an infomercial here). 

We'll courtesy of my best friends brilliant idea [AMIBETH KIBEL!], I bring to you BEDAZZLE NAILS. 

It's really simple and easy to do.

• Paint the base coat with your favorite nail polish color
• After the nail polish dries, paint a thin coat of glitter polish on top of that base color
• Take gems [you can honestly get them anywhere-any color, size, shape will do! it's your look-go for something fun] and individually super glue them onto each finger nail
• Take a top coat nail polish to set the polishes together. Try not to get the top coat on the gem. If you get the top coat on the gem it will turn it dull, taking away from the SPARKLE

 
So girls--take ur money elsewhere than the acrylic nails and try this today. 

Deal Report

One night stay in San Francisco, approx $110 - $130 per night via Bloomspot. Hotel Diva is newly remodeled and located in Union Square. If you are looking for a getaway, this is a great deal for the San Francisco area.

View San Francisco Deal Here

Bloomspot is offering a One night stay in Lake Tahoe at the 968 Park Hotel. Rates start at $75.00- $100 per night, and the hotel is next to Heavenly Ski Resort. This deal does end mid Feb, so make sure to plan your trip today!

View Lake Tahoe Deal Here

Travelzoo is offering a 3-course Italian Dinner at Nonna of Italy for (2) at the amazing rate of $49.00. With this deal you would get (2) appetizers, (2) pastas, (1) shared dessert, and (2) glasses of red or white wine. The best part about this deal, is that the restaurant is located on Sunset Strip!

View Italian Deal Here

Travelzoo is offering (2) hour snow tubing session at Mt Baldy. The deal is only $16 per person, and it includes lift ticket and intertube. Don't miss out having fun in the snow in 2012!

View Intertube Deal Here

<3 Peace, Love, and Happy Deals!

Papa-Paparazzi

My most important Item to bring on a daily basis:
My CAMERA!

I mean, seriously- you just never know when the perfect moment will be right in front of you. I mean, I know we all have camera phones, but camera phones just aren't the same as an actual camera.

At the beginning of 2011 I spoiled myself with a starter "Professional" camera-The Cannon Rebel. There are so many features, options, and settings that she is intact with. Her speed is fast
allowing for multiple shots at the same time. Talking about getting the "Picture Perfect Moment."

If you to are a Picture -Whore like myself, I would absolutely recommend this starter camera for you. Now that I am starting to get the hang of certain angles, lighting, and creativity I will most likely expand to something larger. However, for a new photo-guru on the market, this camera is most certainly for you.

The prices and models will vary depending on the year that you pick up, and your place of purchase. They average from $500-$900.00.




Check out some of the shots that I got this last year:

I believe it is all about being at the right place at the right time <3 God has so much beauty in the world for us, why not capture it!