Happy Birthday Grandma! I love you more than you will ever know.
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1.30.2012
1.29.2012
29 : cirque du soleil "ovo"
For her birthday, we took my grandma to see the newest Cirque performance, "Ovo" at the Santa Monica pier. I had seen a Cirque show well over 10 years ago. I don't remember what the theme was, where it was, or really anything about it, just that I was in awe. This time, older, and more able to appreciate the true art that is Cirque, I was mesmerized. The costumes were amazing and the performances were even better. Come on, what's not to love about a cute little lady bug, and bright green grasshoppers? And the ants... oh-em-gee. Don't even get me started on the ants. One of the best things I've seen ever. Period.
Go see this show now. You won't be disappointed (maybe a little uncomfortable in the seats, but not disappointed).
1.01.2012
01 : good luck
Since the happy posts of 2010 went over so well, it looks like we're starting again in 2012! From big to small and everything in between, the next 365 days will feature a bit of happy that graced this designer's life. Starting with Day 01...
The start of a new year means one thing to me: Vasilopita; a semi-sweet bread, which contains a hidden coin that gives good luck to the receiver. A Greek tradition my family has partaken in for as far back as anyone can remember (well over 100 years!).
Even though it was difficult making the bread this year without my great grandma beside my grandma and I, I know she was there in spirit. I still miss her terribly. Her love, traditions, sayings and voice still carry on in my head and heart, and for that, I'm grateful.
Despite my best efforts to actually have someone receive the coin (we cut the pan into 6 ginormous pieces, one for each of us), the universe had different plans. The coin was right between two pieces. Meaning... two winners: this girl and her uncle. Bring on the good luck!
So readers, here's to a year of good health, growth, happiness, family & friends, and of course, good luck.
The start of a new year means one thing to me: Vasilopita; a semi-sweet bread, which contains a hidden coin that gives good luck to the receiver. A Greek tradition my family has partaken in for as far back as anyone can remember (well over 100 years!).
Even though it was difficult making the bread this year without my great grandma beside my grandma and I, I know she was there in spirit. I still miss her terribly. Her love, traditions, sayings and voice still carry on in my head and heart, and for that, I'm grateful.
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| Our beautiful, pre-baked smaller loaves |
Despite my best efforts to actually have someone receive the coin (we cut the pan into 6 ginormous pieces, one for each of us), the universe had different plans. The coin was right between two pieces. Meaning... two winners: this girl and her uncle. Bring on the good luck!
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| The coin, complete with cut mark |
So readers, here's to a year of good health, growth, happiness, family & friends, and of course, good luck.
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