working girl

The interview.

Yes, the interview on Monday went well. I had my little rental car and drove down to Miami in my ruffled shirt and blown out hair (which frizzed from the humid weather! must fix that!). For awhile I was a little lost of exactly what warehouse door lead to the office for the interview. Finally I got in touch with my contact, picked him up and drove to Starbucks. After almost a 3 hour meeting I think it went well. The company seems exciting, young, growing. The food seems interesting and it looks like they have a nice clientele they are growing. We ended it that they would contact me this week. Good thing!

When I drove away it wasn't the feeling I had before. That exciting anxious, can't wait for them to call feeling. The feeling I had was questionable. Was this what I wanted? What is it that I want? I am not sure of that answer. Recently I think my dream is too some day have my own boutique planning business: brides, corporate dinners, intimate beautiful affairs. I use to question that. It's a lot of work! My wonderful older sister is amazingly successful with her own design firm and my Dad had his private practice for year. Maybe these are reasons that I am realizing I'm not loving the big corporate world. It's tough, there are ups and downs. Big companies have structure, benefits, paid time off. Small companies have flexibility, more room to have your ideas heard, a feeling that you are making a difference. So it was hard when I left the interview and wasn't sure.

I asked myself what it is I'm looking for and I couldn't answer it. Do I really want to move down and make this big change in my life to be with Beau, a new area, a new change and be working 24/7 on something I may not be passionate about....I'm not sure. I'm moving so I can do something difference, be with my love after 4 years apart, see how life will be. So right now I'm taking some time to search. To search in myself of what will make me happy. I don't want to settle. Some days I wish I could afford to go to Pastry school for 3 months, think a little, learn a lot and start at it again. Working full time and searching full time is not easy. I guess the pastry gig could be an option!

Oh my, the working girl world. Wish me luck! There are for sure some amazing big companies out there and I'm looking. The economy is a little tough, but I have faith that it is turning around and people will once again want to plan an amazing event!

Wish me luck with the job hunt and with the career hunt. I'm looking for something to move to and I'm looking for what it is too make me happy. I know it is a long hunt, but in time I know it will come!

xoxo

Sunday Soirees - Hot Pink Fabulousness

PINK! Hot Pink! I dream of getting married in Gwen Stefani's pink John Galliano wedding dress! I mean how amazing is that! I was reading Glamour magazine on my way flight to Florida today and Gwen is rockin the cover this month. The girl is amazing and only she could have an amazing hot pink wedding dress. hhhmmm, maybe I can do it too!

A little bit of glam and pink make me imagine what a cool reception it could be! Her dress certainly inspired me today. When I can start planning a hot pink soiree?

xoxo

what to wear in florida?

I have an interview on Monday close to Miami.....what do I wear? My "moving" budget does not allow me to go out and splurge and buy something new. It's hot and I AM NOT wearing a suit. I feel like the job I am looking at would not want a person in a buttoned up business suit.

Remember the episode in Season Four where Carrie wore the awesome Vivienne Westwood suit, well I do! Oh she looked AMAZING when she walked into Vogue. Well, I may not be wearing designer but JCrew and Banana will have to impress;)

So what do you think...my Jcrew ruffle blouse, Banana cuffed pants, Cole Haan peep toe shoes (yes, I have a nicely polished pedicure) and a patent leather bag? Well, it will have to do! I'll update you on Tuesday!

my interview by rldamato featuring J Crew

new year, new me

Thank you for ALL of the sweet birthday gifts, cards, calls, texts, Facebook postings and wishes! Thank you. I'm 28 now. wow! It's a new year in my life and a time to think of what is on the horizon. 27 was an interesting year: Newseum opened, Inauguration in DC, Beau was in Florida for the year, lots of trips to friends and family, good times, sad times but another year of things I learned and experienced.

I often put WAY to many things on my to- do list, resolutions, etc. This year I have decidedto just do a few things that I REALLY want to accomplish by 29...here we go...

1. MOVE TO FLORIDA! Monday I have another interview. Fingers crossed. The flips and flops go back and forth in my stomach and mind. This being said, every day beau and I go living more time miles apart and that is no fun. I'm ready. I know that next year I will be blowing out birthday candles in Florida with beau beside me.

2. LOSE THE WEIGHT! Yes, I know, most of you think I'm psycho. I'm petite, I don't have to lose weight, I run marathons, blah blah blah. Anyways, I do. After putting on 10 lbs in the last year I am starting to not feel good about how clothes fit and a little down on myself. I was reading a fabulous article Martha and her daughter Alexis had in the new issue of Body & Soul and it stuck with me. They talked about how dieting is not in their vocabulary. Eat in moderation, healthy and natural. Yes, seriously, diet advice from MARTHA! But its true. For the next month until the marathon I'm making a commitment to myself: no sodas, limited sugar, limited cocktails, no packaged food for diner (Lean Cuisine, etc.). I am going to try and stick with natural healthy food. I need to burn it off healthy and for good. I know the yo yo diets don't do it! Wish me luck, I'll keep you posted.

3. FIND A JOB. I'm looking. I MUST find a job I have interest and desire to wake up and go to an interesting job. I want what I once had back again. I want it! I want to be excited in what I'm walking into daily, have a smile on my face when I pick up the phone. I want to find that!

4. MORE TIME - I want more time to do yoga, bake cookies, visit friends/family, relax. Yes, this is a goal I want! I feel like moving could make this come true. Now when I have time off I think of visiting Florida. No more, watch out beau, I'm moving to Florida and girls weekend are happening there!

5. STRETCH MORE - yes, sounds simple, no. I always feel in such a rush that I do not take those 5 to 10 minutes to stop, stretch, do yoga, relax and move my body how it needs to move. I need to focus on stopping for a few minutes and stretching.

So, it's a short list now, but that's whats on my list of to do's for my new year!

xoxo

birthday girl

September 23, 1981.

Yep, today is my 28th birthday. The day has started out PERFECT! Beau is here, mocha birthday cake with tons of candles blown out by Beau and moi (Many wishes for the new year!). French macaroons and mini cupcakes from the girls in my office. Sitting at my desk getting through the day but thinking happy thoughts because....It's MY BIRTHDAY! Merci beaucoup for all of the Birthday wishes!!!!!

xoxo

falling for flats

Happy FALL! In the past couple of years I have come to love a cute pair of flats. It is the first day of Fall and my mind continues to dream of fun Fall fashions. Flats are so cute for the weekend, a relaxing day at the office, a fun date out, ok, anytime. I am LOVING the flats below! Tory Burch leopard ones I have loved for quite awhile! The pink ones from Coach are SO fun, so playful and SO cute. The sparkly Kate Spade shoes.....party time! Flats for Fall. They are a must!

xoxo

fallling for flats by rldamato featuring Coach shoes

Sunday Soirees - Birthday Bash

September is full of birthdays! Cerys, Christa, Jenn, Beau and ME all celebrate our birthdays in September. Since I was a little girl I have always had a thing for planning my birthday party. I can remember when I was little I obsessed over a mint green and pink Minnie Mouse table cloth and napkins I had to have for my birthday. My mom finally gave in, and there begin my obsession and love of planning parties.

I was dreaming about if I could gather up everybody I love and throw a birthday soiree, what would I do? I would have lots of pink, white cakes and candy, an old Hollywood glamour themed room, sparkly shoes, I would wear a birthday tiara and pass out fun hats, champagne and of course cute cupcakes!

Barbie celebrated her 50th birthday and I have OBSESSED for many hours over the party they created in Malibu. Check out the fabulous dessert buffet with a quote on the wall "Eat healthy but always have a decadent dessert." I agree 100%! oooo....how I long to throw a party like hers some day!

Happy Birthday to everybody! I'm off to bake a cake to celebrate. xoxo