Tea Thursday

Today I decided to repost this picture because I think we all might need some comfort today. We never know what the other might be going through so always be kind to one another. Here is today's Tea Thursday quote: “I don't want tea," said Clary, with muffled force. "I want to find my mother. And then I want to find out who took her in the first place, and I want to kill them."

"Unfortunately," said Hodge, "we're all out of bitter revenge at the moment, so it's either tea or nothing.”
― Cassandra Clare, City of Bones

Pumpkin Galore!

Hello my darlings! This weekend me and my family had decided to go to our local pumpkin patch! :D There were games, rides, and of course pumpkins! After minutes of deciding which is the best to bring home, we decided to get 3!

The next day I went to Michael's to purchase some decorations for my pumpkins. I got two pumpkin decorating kits and one pack of mustaches because HELLO! Who doesn't love mustaches?! :P

The 1st pumpkin you see here is pretty easy to decorate. I took the smallest pumpkin and a mustache from the pack I bought and place it on the center of the pumpkin leaving a bit of room on the top to make the eyes with black paint. Simple and cute! The next one on the right took some time because you have to paint it and I used chalkboard paint to cover the entire pumpkin. After waiting until it's fully dry I took some plain white chalk and wrote my message on the black chalkboard paint. The decorating kit come with a golden web topper, golden spider stickers, and rivets. Once your'e done with writing your message you can then decorate it however you please. I just scattered my decorations all around the pumpkin in random places. And for our last pumpkin, the decorating kit came with stakes, 2 garlands,bat stickers, and gems. After placing both stakes into the pumpkin you tie the garlands around them, then proceeding on finishing the pumpkin with scattered bats and gems.

There you go my darlings! I hope you liked this DIY on pumpkin decorating. I had so much fun doing this project and can't wait to place the around my house. If you enjoyed the post please share and like it! Love ya! BYE <3
Outfit: black jeans and boats = H&M
         peach colored sweater = Forever 21
         fluffly kitty ears headband = Claire's

Tea Thursday!

Drink your tea slowly and reverently, as if it is the axis on which the world earth revolves — slowly, evenly, without rushing toward the future. ~Thich Nat Hahn

Harvest Cupcakes

Hello my darlings! So today I decided to make a Harvest themed cupcakes! This last weekend was my sisters birthday but I was not able to see her until today so I thought it was the perfect opportunity to make them. :) At the end we made the final decision to make caramel apple cupcakes even though in the picture it says maple brown sugar.

 I always use Pillsbury for my mix and frosting because I love they're quality but you can choose whichever brand you like best. The instructions to make the mix is usually on the back of the Pillsbury box and the ingredients that are needed are 3 eggs, 1 cup of water, and 1/2 cup of oil.

After mixing the ingredients together set your oven to 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or however long the box says. Place the mix into the cups on the tray and set the cupcakes in the oven. Don't forget to put on your oven mittens, don't want to get burnt! Since my cupcakes are supposed to be Harvest themed I chose somecups that had Autumn leaves

 on them with different colors such as red, brown, and gold. So cute! After your cupcakes are done baking take them out of the oven with your oven mittens and place them on the counter. Leave them there for about 5 minutes to cool off and once you can touch them without burning yourself, take them out to decorate.

For these cupcakes I am using Pillsbury's caramel apple and cream cheese frosting. Each cupcake I made had a different type of design but I show you how I made the one shown in the picture below. I put caramel apple frosting, then crunched up some Kellogg's frosted mini wheats and scattered that over the frosting. Then I took a pumpkin from

Brach's Mellowcreme Autumn Mix Candy and placed on the very top of the cupcake. Btw the crushed mini wheats are supposed to represent hay on a field. Get it? Pumpkin on a hay field? haha! So after finishing all of the decorating on your cupcakes you can place them in a cute little box and give them to someone special or hand them out at a party. Whatever you do I hope this DIY post helped you in your Harvest festivities! Until next time, Bye! <3

Random Mini Haul

Hello my darlings! So I'm posting a bit later than usual buuut I am posting! :) This weekend I went shopping with my mom in town. We passed through one of my mom's favorite shop Bath & Body Works and we found out that they had brought their seasonal lotions and body mists. Then I had discovered that they sell candle! FREAKING CANDLES!!! I love candles so much, especially seasonal ones. :D So I kind of bought a few and decided to share some of them with you.

The 1st picture is Pumpkin Apple and is one of my favorite mostly because I love the smell of apples for some strange reason...  Haha! The picture next to it is Smoked Berries & Incense and it smells amazing! Not only that I love the cute little golden design with the maroon background. 

  

The next three candles is (in order from left to right) Pumpkin Apple, White Barn's Autumn, and Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin. These little candles are filled with this seasons scents and really brings out the autumnal feel to the room. The picture next to it an adorable little pumpkin candle holder to make the candles even more appealing.

I also purchased these furry black headband with kitty ears on them from Claires. And the last picture is a peach sweater top from Forever 21 and a necklace which is as well from Forever 21 with opal type of stones. Well I hoped you like this random little haul. It's not much but I wanted to show you what I'm getting this season! Bye! :D

Going Pink!

                                        

Hello my darlings! So not only is October known for the beginning of Fall or Halloween BUT.. (there is always a but in my posts I've noticed) anyways back to the main topic... It is also Breast Cancer Awareness month! :D

 Not many of you may know but some of my family members have been diagnosed with breast cancer, yet even before those events I have been a big supporter on not only breast cancer but others such as autism, brain cancer, and many more.                                  

 

This month I wanted to raise awareness to the cause because many of us may have family members or close friends that might be diagnosed with something like this. We all go through these types of situations but that doesn't mean we can't help. We can all get involve in many different ways. Even if it's wearing something pink as representation of support or donating to research for a better cure anything can help. Bringing awareness can help in many ways. If you want to know more about this or want to get involved some how you can visit these website: www.nationalbreastcancer.org

                                 www. pinkforoctober.org

                                www.zazzle.com/lovewillfindacure                                                

Hello October!!!

                         

Hello my darlings! I can't believe it's the 1st day of October already! This year has flown by so fast I think I might have whiplash, haha! These next few months are going to be so much fun! Throughout the last month while I've been out and about in town, I've been picking up and buying a whole bunch of Autumn themed stuff. The pictures below are just a preview of the stuff I'll be doing for my blog these next few months. I hope you like it!

OoOoOo! Cheeky preview I see ;)

What the season without some decorations!?

                                 

Can never go wrong with themed scented
candles!!!

Time to wipe out those classics!

                              

So excited for this project! Shhh...
It's a secret ;)

I'm Back!!!

Hello my darlings! Oh my gosh! It's been a while hasn't it?! I'm sooo sorry for the lack of posts! It has gotten pretty hectic, but also I'm not gonna lie, I forget to blog sometimes or I have no clue what to blog about so I usually don't post anything... BUT now that a certain favorite season of mine is just around the corner (I can already feel its strong vibes!) I have so many fun and amazing arts and crafts ideas for it. Autumn is my all time favorite season of the year and I have't been more excited! I'll be doing a lot of DIY, "Tea Thursday", and of course just random post based around the season Autumn! :) I've been planning this for quite a while and can't believe the time is here so I hope you enjoy!

RIP Robin Williams

Today we lost one of the world's most beloved actors. Robin Williams was pronounced dead at 12:02 p.m. on Monday, August 11, 2014. The actor's rep Mara Buxbaum had said in a statement that Mr. Williams "Has been battling severe depression of late." Depression is something that isn't easy to overcome. It takes a lot of strength and fighting, and sometimes people don't believe that they can overcome it. I just wanted to tell you that you CAN, you DESERVE to be here alive for so many reasons! There are tons of people who want you here, to see you smile and be happy! I am one of those people! Right now if you are hurting, please please please reach out and call someone. Don't be afraid. Believe it or not there are people who love and care about you. Who want to help YOU. "Suicide is a perminate solution to a temporary problem" -Robin Williams. Today heaven celebrates the welcoming of their new angel. Robin was such a talented artist who brought laughter to our childhood. He will be missed by many, but he will not be forgotten. Thank you for all the joy you brought to us through your movies. Sending out my prayers to the Williams family at this tragic time. May your sould rest in peace Robin Williams. <3

Please don't be afraid to reach out to someone. We want to help. Here are some people and organizations who want to reach out and help: 

Depression Hotline: 1-630-482-9696

Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-8433

LifeLine: 1-800-273-8255

Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Sexuality Support: 1-800-246-7743

Eating Disorders Hotline: 1-847-831-3438

Rape and Sexual Assault: 1-800-656-4673

Grief Support: 1-650-321-5272

Runaway: 1-800-843-5200, 1-800-843-5678, 1-800-621-4000

Exhale: After Abortion Hotline/Pro-Voice: 1-866-4394253

Child Abuse: 1-800-422-4453

UK Helplines: 

Samaritans (for any problem): 08457909090 e-mail jo@samaritans.org

Childline (for anyone under 18 with any problem): 08001111

Mind infoline (mental health information): 0300 123 3393 e-mail: info@mind.org.uk

Mind legal advice (for people who need mental-health related legal advice): 0300 466 6463 legal@mind.org.uk

b-eat eating disorder support: 0845 634 14 14 (only open Mon-Fri 10.30am-8.30pm and Saturday 1pm-4.30pm) e-mail: help@b-eat.co.uk

b-eat youthline (for under 25’s with eating disorders): 08456347650 (open Mon-Fri 4.30pm - 8.30pm, Saturday 1pm-4.30pm)

Cruse Bereavement Care: 08444779400 e-mail: helpline@cruse.org.uk

Frank (information and advice on drugs): 0800776600

Drinkline: 0800 9178282

Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999 1(open 2 - 2.30pm 7 - 9.30pm) e-mail info@rapecrisis.org.uk

Rape Crisis Scotland: 08088 01 03 02 every day, 6pm to midnight

India Self Harm Hotline: 00 08001006614

India Suicide Helpline: 022-27546669

Kids Help Phone (Canada): 1-800-668-6868, Free and available 24/7

suicide hotlines;

Argentina: 54-0223-493-0430

Australia: 13-11-14

Austria: 01-713-3374

Barbados: 429-9999

Belgium: 106

Botswana: 391-1270

Brazil: 21-233-9191

China: 852-2382-0000

(Hong Kong: 2389-2222)

Costa Rica: 606-253-5439

Croatia: 01-4833-888

Cyprus: 357-77-77-72-67

Czech Republic: 222-580-697, 476-701-908

Denmark: 70-201-201

Egypt: 762-1602

Estonia: 6-558-088

Finland: 040-5032199

France: 01-45-39-4000

Germany: 0800-181-0721

Greece: 1018

Guatemala: 502-234-1239

Holland: 0900-0767

Honduras: 504-237-3623

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Japan: 3-5286-9090

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Malaysia: 03-756-8144

(Singapore: 1-800-221-4444)

Mexico: 525-510-2550

Netherlands: 0900-0767

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Spain: 91-459-00-50

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Taiwan: 0800-788-995

Thailand: 02-249-9977

Trinidad and Tobago: 868-645-2800

Ukraine: 0487-327715

My 1st vlog!

The other week my friend had invitited my sister and I to go on a little beach adventure with her. We went to Ventura beach which is about an hour away from where we live. I've been to many beaches since I do live next to the coast, but Ventura is one of my favorite beaches in California because it's not as crowded as other well known beaches. They also have a place called Main St. with lots of cute litte thrift stores and shops to browse at. I decided this is the perfect opportunity to try and vlog my day at the beach! So I editited and posted a new video this morning about my trip so you should go check it out! Please like and share it! :) http://youtube.com/alliedarling137

Encouraging Thoughts

Hello Darlings! I feel like it's been a while since I've blogged but it has been a hectic few weeks here. So as some of you may know I am a dancer, and if you didn't know well... surprise! This week is when we take everything that we create and learn in the studio the past few months and take it to the theater where we start fix the finishing touches. Now as I may have mentioned earlier that it can get a bit hectic throughout first dress rehearsal at the studio, to moving to the theater and all, but as dancers or even as athletes we must keep a balance within ourselves. Some people can get anxious during this whole transisiton and it's not healthy for a performer. You need to be focused yet calm and most importantly just have fun! These words of encouragement isn't just for you, but for me as well because I go through that also. So I hope that whether you have a performance, a volleyball game, an exam, etc. coming up just keep a steady mind. Everything will turn out great! :)

Tea Thursday

Hi Guys! I know I haven't been posting any blogs this week. I've been very busy this entire week just as I will be on the oncomings 2 weeks but I havn't forgotten my "Tea Thursday" ritual where I post random qoutes that involve tea just to give you some food for thought. For the next few weeks I won't be posting daily but I WILL be posting when I can, maybe even twice a day, so don't worry! I'll try my best! :) So here are this weeks food for thought quote:

“Who would then deny that when I am sipping tea in my tearoom I am swallowing the whole universe with it and that this very moment of my lifting the bowl to my lips is eternity itself transcending time and space?” 
― D.T. Suzuki, Zen and Japanese Culture

El Huarique

During the weekend my sisters and I had decided to spend some time together. We ended up going to Venice beach boardwalk looking for something to eat for lunch. My sister found this hole in the wall where they have mutiple little restaurants of all kinds. Considering that I am half Peruvian we wanted to try out this Peruvian cuisine "El Huarique" and let me just say...DELICIOUS! I like to try out different types of Peruvian restaurants to compare the differences, good and bad. This restaurant did not disappoint! 

 

Both of my sisters had ordered a Peruvian dish called "lomo saltado" and I had ordered "ceviche de pescado". Each of the cuisine dishes were well prepared and the seasoning is on point! I would definitely recommend this place if you are ever at Venice Beach, just look for the hole in the wall. ;)

Tea Thursday

“If you are cold, tea will warm you;
if you are too heated, it will cool you;
If you are depressed, it will cheer you;
If you are excited, it will calm you.” 
― William Ewart Gladstone

 

Hello Darlings! Today is yet another Tea Thursday where I post random quotes about tea just as some food for your thoughts, to get your mind flowing. I hope everyone has a lovely evening! :)

Bloglovin'

Follow my blog with Bloglovin Hey Guys! I just got a Bloglovin' account! If you have one make sure to give me a follow or leave me a comment so I can check out your blog! :D

New Video!!!!!!!

Hi Guys!!!!!!! SO I have some exciting news! For weeks I've been procrastinating on editing this video that I had recorded with my sister. I finally finished editing the video yesterday and uploaded ths morning! :D please do me a favor and go check it out! Maybe give it a cheeky thumbs up or something ;) thank you! Link ------> youtube.com/alliedarling137

Home Cooked Tostadas

 Today me and my mom decided to make some delicious homemade tostadas! To be honest I was so excited Lol! It has been a while since we last made these, but I decided to blog it and share this easy homemade meal with you! :)

 

 Ingredients: ground beef, bell peppers, onions, Guerrero's corn tortillas, avocado, lemon, cilantro, sliced lettuce, sour cream, canola oil, pinto beans, and mayonnaise.

 After frying the ground beef, you mix it in with slice bell peppers and onions to give it some more flavor, and put the pinto beans to cook. While that is going on you also fry the corn tortillas in the canola oil. Then you get the topping ready! I slice the lettuce and my mom makes this delicious avocado mix. The avocado mix has sliced avocado, cilantro, onion, and squeezed lemon juice. Once that is all ready you take the hard tortilla and spread mayonnaise, then spread the pinto beans, on top of that you put on the ground beef with the lettuce and avocado mix. Voila! :D