how proud we are

... to be a part of all this.

(Video courtesy of my brother who lives in Brooklyn. This was filmed minutes after the news broke out that Barack Obama is now our President-Elect. Thanks bro!)

the prettiest small town in america

if you're ever in woodstock, vermont, pack a couple bottles of water, put on your best hiking shoes, and climb mt. tom. somewhere up there is the most beautiful view of the valley below, but of course it's all about the journey and not just the destination.

lucky me, i got to hike mt. tom with my friends one autumn afternoon last year. nothing like spending time in nature! it gives you a whole new perspective on things, and hands down the best way to destress. also, being in woodstock, "the prettiest small town in america" (according to ladies' home journal magazine) also helps!

happy hiking!

our new president-elect

... that we did it. Here's to the man who's united not just our country, but many others around the world. He makes me proud to be an American. First time ever there's a presidential-elect that I truly believe in. And that says a lot.

donut love

Just something to sweeten up a cloudy day. Mine had a rocky start this morning ... another fight with my mom. Hope yours is better!

"i am deeply humbled ..."

... by this this man.

an afternoon at smith college

Last fall, we managed to squeeze in a visit to Smith College during our annual fall trip in New England. Finally have a chance to post some pictures now. I'm so behind in posting ... a constant case of not having enough time to do everything I want to do. Will we ever ... have enough time?

Anyhow, we even had a chance to watch a volleyball tournament between at Smith. That was a treat. And even though it did rain that afternoon, we still made out on top with a double rainbow event! Life is awesome like that! :)

autumn love

My most favorite season of all is here! Yay!

And even though things are so hectic this year, I'm squeezing in a mini-getaway to soak in the New England foliage. Nothing more beautiful than fall in New England for me. We are heading up north later today to visit my friend's mom and then ... New England ... here I come!

mama knows best

this one's for my baby sister who's a wonderful mom of two rambunctious adorable boys, and to all the wonderful mommies out there! you are awesome! :)