Weekend Finds

One of the things I love the most to do on my free time is shopping. I’m sure I’m not the only woman who enjoys shopping either but what I love the most is to find good deals. This weekend I got lucky and got a couple of things that I’ve been wanting. First, I have to admit that I’m a shoe addict and even though I don't get to wear my heels as often as I’d like, I still buy them. I found two pair of heels that I just could not resist myself from buying and the price for them is what really got me. 

 This pair of shoes are Steve Madden and they were originally $85 but I got them from Ross for $35.

 I love the floral print and I know I'll be able to wear this with just about anything.

 This pair right here are G by Guess and they were originally $65 I bought them from Ross for $25.

 As soon as I bought them I put them on and I must say they are so comfortable to walk in.

 This cute purse I got from the PX for $15. I like that it's light and stylish.

 I'm a mother of a ten year old who loves these dolls (Monster High), they originally cost between $20-25. I was able to get each one for $12. I had to buy these for my little one.

 Why didn't they have these kind of dolls When I was growing up? LOL. :)

 Being that I'm a mother and woman with bills I always try to keep a budget so when I shop I love to find bargains and my weekend finds did not disappoint. My daughter and I are both happy campers.

Love,
Kenia

Shopping is a woman thing. It's a contact sport like football. Women enjoy the scrimmage, the noisy crowds, the danger of being trampled to death, and the ecstasy of the purchase.
~ Erma Bombeck

A Lovely Stroll

 One of the things I enjoy the most in life is spending time with my beautiful children. That is why I’m always finding ways to bond with my children and one of our favorite activities that we do together is exercising. Yes, we love to exercise together. Sometimes we will run, bike, swim, play sports, or walk.

 Today we decided to go for a walk together. As we walked our dog and talked about everything a little kid can think about. Which, by the way,  I find so amusing as I listen to their stories, drama, and ideas. I become enthralled in it all. These are the memories I want them to always remember and never forget. Another thing we love to do is take pictures and appreciate nature.  As my daughter today pointed out how lovely the skies looked, I of course had to take pictures of it.

  The clouds did indeed look amazing or as my daughter described it, “like ocean waves in the sky”. I must say I agree with her and that is why I took pictures of that and also of the mountains on the other side from where we live. Did I mention that we love nature?

 I just thought I’d share with you all some of the pictures I took this afternoon of our lovely stroll.  I’d also love to read the things you all like to do to bond with others, whether it be children, significant others, friends, co-workers, etc. If you take the time and read my post please post your favorite bonding activity.

 

My daughter and son, carrying my lazy dog (Tinker). LOL!

 

The mountains and the sunset.

  

These are the "ocean waves of the skies", as my daughter described it.

Love,

Kenia

When you look at your life, the greatest happiness’s are family happiness’s. ~Joyce Brothers

Pillbox Trail

  Well it has been over a year since I last posted on my blog. I got so busy and so many things happened in the past year good and not so good that I completely forgot about my blog and kind of put it on hold. This year, I hope this is not the case. I really want to post more blogs and hopefully have a successful blog (at least a few blogger friends).

I know in my last post I mentioned how lucky I was to be living in Hawaii and the truth is that this is going to be a forever blessing. Unfortunately, sometime later on in the year we will be moving elsewhere, so I’m beginning to already miss the island and I haven’t even left yet. One of the great things that I discovered since I moved to the island is the joy in hiking; this is something I had never done in my life before. I must say I’m hooked and hiking in Hawaii is so fun but the views are beyond amazing. That is why I will be sharing my most recent hike.

  A few weeks ago, my family and I decided to do the Pillbox hiking trail and I must say it was fantastic. Most importantly it is a great trail to do as a family since I have children. I definitely recommend this trail, so if you are ever visiting the island of Oahu and you feel like hiking you will enjoy this one.

This is where your trail begins.

My husband and daughter as we start the trail.

This was the first and only selfie I took and the view is beautiful.

My kids and I enjoying the trail. 

My daughter and I, take a moment to appreciate nature's beauty and the wonderful breeze and yes that's the ocean in the background.

We sat down for a few minutes for a little rest and water break.

We hiked all along that mountain and the picture was taken from the last mountain before we headed down. It was roughly 2.30 miles from the beginning all the way to the end, give or take, I forgot to turn off my app once we reached the bottom and it took us close to two hours to complete.

I love the ocean!

 

Another view, right before we finished our hike.

 

My husband is always being silly and always the one to keep us motivated.

And…this where the trail ends, you can see the excitement in their faces. We ended up a few blocks away from where we parked so we walked just a bit more from our original start point.

I truly love nature and I hope you have all enjoyed this post and thanks for taking the time to read it.

Love,

Kenia

If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.
                                                                                 - Vincent Van Gogh