The blazers have been very stylish for a while now and don’t seem to be going away any time soon. What do you guys think about pairing them with shorts? I’m really loving this right now.
Here are some current looks…
A Blessed Weekend
April 22, 2013
Happy Monday! We had a very special weekend! Yesterday was Jordi’s baptism and our dear friends flew in from Chicago to become his godparents. It was so sweet to see my three boys participate in the ceremony and to have us all witness Jordi’s big day as a little family. We cooked all weekend and we ate A LOT too! Look out for pictures soon!
I wanted to share only happy links today!
A fantastic LEGO response.
Cutest video.
It can’t hurt to try…
15 places to visit while young (I’ve been to 5, Jose 8).
Because we needed this for Jordi’s Baptismal Brunch. jajaja!
A teen’s sweet photographs of her dog. Read her message at the end too!
Congrats to my Pull-Ups Giveaway winner!!!
Let’s all have a great week!
Smile Again
April 17, 2013
Whenever we suffer as a nation, I find it very hard to continue with everyday tasks without thinking of the people that are truly hurting. It’s a slow process to get back to normal. While we try to shield our children from the images and constant news updates, we too have to slowly recover. After the tragic events of Newton last December, I couldn’t help but feel guilty to sit here and type away, and honestly, sometimes words don’t cut it. I thought we simply needed to see images of what make us smile. Today we need it again. Perfect subject: kids! Fashionable kids! Enjoy!
First Spring Weekend
April 7, 2013
Happy Monday everybody! I’m feeling better! Thanks for the kind messages this weekend. I made sure to get some rest, to get a little organized at home, and to unplug a bit too. It is all about balance, isn’t it? I learned that I can’t take a setback so personally. Everyone has their ups and downs. So normal and so okay.
Anywho, I went back to the Latin Rhythm class on Saturday morning for a music pick-me-up. You know what felt so good about the class? That I was a tad bit better than last week! jajaja! Another mood booster? The weather!!! It was about 65 degrees out here today! Spring is finally here! We all got a little bit of sunshine.
Here are this weekend’s finds. Enjoy!
One view regarding your child and your touch-screen.
And another view.
Seven happy foods!
A not so happy food.
Jose recommends reading material too. I loved it.
Big announcement from Latinas 4 Latino Literature!
Because I need to stop ordering the same 2 drinks over and over and over…
I’m not switching this drink and I’m laughing so hard at the title of this article!
You know what love is? Not watching the season premier of Mad Men because your hubby went to bed early. Thank you, DVR.
Let me know what you’re thinking and have a great week!
Ctrl Alt Del
April 4, 2013
Guys, I’m starting to unravel again. I’m absolutely exhausted. Do you know how I know I can’t do any more? I stop writing, I stop doing social media, I snap at everyone around me and I wish for the day to come to an end. Geez, I just declined a thirty minute break to go get a manicure. My shoulders are rocks, my face and head hurt from tension. I’m a mess. A few days ago Diego asked if I was in a good mood. It’s starting to show.
What happens when what you love to do starts taking a toll? I love to workout and perhaps I’m doing too much of it. I love to write and read into the late hours of the night but maybe I need to close the computer for a bit? When I start to think that what I do doesn’t really matter, I think, “But I write to my readers about staying positive!” and I feel like a huge phony. When Diego asked me if I was in a good mood, he asked me because he was surprised that I was in a good mood! He was thrown off by my smiles and sweet voice. Poor kid. I have three boys that obviously need to know all about different emotions but right now it’s off balance and they are seeing more of my negative side.
Just yesterday I wrote a Positive Series post and I truly meant every single thing I said. All of those posts are written with so much happiness and so much energy. I always write with true and good intentions. There are days I feel I need to also be honest of my not-so-happy moments. I work hard, really hard at this and at being a mom, a wife and a friend. I believe that many people need an everyday push and that’s why I’m here.
The internet is an amazing place and I found this on my Twitter feed today!! In a nutshell, I will concentrate on setting my reset button. I will be more conscious of staying away from my phone. No checking analytics, Facebook, Twitter…etc, every hour. I will not workout today, I will not write unless I’m writing with a smile, I will sleep more than 6 hours for the next few nights, seriously.
How are you feeling? What do you need to “hit esc” on for a bit?
See you back here on Monday. Fully rested. 
xoxo
Positive Series #9-Trying Something New
April 3, 2013
For a while now, I have been researching Zumba classes in my area and peeking in the “aerobics” space in my gym. I have been wanting to try the Latin Rhythm class but haven’t had the courage to go by myself. I’m a gym gal and the only group workout I participate in is yoga. By coincidence, when I talked to my neighbor about a week ago, she said she wanted to go to Carlos’ famous class at our local place! So we arranged to go together this past Saturday, but because of the holiday weekend, she got busy and couldn’t go. I then contemplated going. I felt silly going alone, but I was all hyped up about it and they boys didn’t have any plans so I said the heck with it and decided to just go.
Easter Weekend Links
April 1, 2013
Hi everyone! I hope you had a great weekend! We had three days of family fun! We did everything from decorating eggs on Friday to going to church, opening baskets, and visiting our friends in Brooklyn on Sunday. You can see pictures here and here. I had some mami time too! I took my first Latin dance class at my gym on Saturday. OMG!! I can’t wait to tell you all about it!
I want to thank everyone for continuing to visit My Friend Betty Says. There are a lot of new readers and I am thrilled for you to join us. This blog keeps evolving but it will always remain a positive place full of resources and ideas for everyone!! The practice and the work has granted me new opportunities. Honestly, so many of you (and of course my three boys and my main man) inspire me to keep this up! Many of you know that I am contributing to Mommy Maestra and I am happy to announce a new gig with Momagama-a local site connecting moms. Thank you for stopping by and thank you for sharing! I really do appreciate it all.
AND here are your links for the week!
Positive parenting. I have to, “Stick to the action without getting angry or feeling guilty about it. Your child had a choice and chose.”
An excerpt from The Secrets of Happy Families
True Cowgirls
I love this woman.
Beautifully abandoned.
Would make GREAT posters. My favorite is the Albert Einstein quote.
These are cute too!
Ideas for your next photography project?
A gorgeous tree-house-looking home in North Carolina. Sigh.
Have a great week!!
Image from my Instagram
Spring Break Weekend Part 2
March 24, 2013
I hope you had a great weekend! It’s supposed to snow here today! Ugh! The longest winter ever. Diego is on his way back to school after TWO weeks of spring break! We had a great time but we are all ready for the regular routine.
We did a lot of catching up this week and will try to stay organized as we have a lot of visitors coming to visit soon! Our long time friend Pita stopped by with her beau on Wednesday while road tripping through the East Coast! So much fun.
Here are my suggested links for you today. Enjoy!
My friend and favorite photographer Nancy had her work featured in Hostess With The Mostess!
Going to get some style ideas for my boys from him! Following now.
Running your home like a business? If interested, you have to check out The Secrets of Happy Families
Lots of discussion on feminism this week! The book: Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead
Sad week for education in Chicago. Guess what? It’s still everyone’s problem.
A few tips to be the perfect dinner guest. I know I chat too much! jajaja!
The green light: TV time for your kiddies!
Special premier of Eva Longoria’s Ready For Love on Tuesday! I have my DVR set.
Are your Easter baskets ready??? OMG not mine! I had to scrape Target on Friday night! :-/
Happy Monday!
Spring Break Weekend
March 18, 2013
Hi! Did you have a nice St. Patrick’s Day? We did! Jose and I had our fair share of Coronas yesterday to celebrate! Diego is currently on week 2 of his spring break and it has been fun so far! Pictures of our adventures to follow soon!
With 3 kiddies in tow every day, it is hard to keep up with the latest BUT I do have some links to share with you!
As a mami, I never know what is too trendy for me to wear. Booo. Hoping to get some ideas from Stylin Mommies. Thank you to reader Cindy (again)!
Young Latinas (and in the family) talking fashion and stocks! Woo whoo!
Spruce up your resume with this vocab words cheat sheet.
Just finished
Just started
His first weekend.
I think we all already know this about American teachers. Sigh.
“Schoolwork is meant to be super fun; play, like homework, is meant to teach.” So more video games at home?
Dear Nikon, Very Cool.
If you are planning your next vacation look here first. The last place isn’t too shabby 
Selena Gomez in Spring Breakers. Will you go watch?
Have a great week everyone!
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Positive Series #8-Get Creative
March 12, 2013
Whether you are teaching, parenting or blogging, a little inspiration goes a long way in your work. Finding creativity in my daily routine helps my happiness status. I have numbers 1, 8 and 18 down! I make lists on my iPhone, on my dry-erase board and on paper. I drink coffee a couple of times a day and it gives me comfort. Getting out and buying a warm cup at one of my favorite spots or sharing some with a friend is a plus! Conversations and the exchange of ideas and experiences are so valuable. I also count my blessings on a regular basis and it sometimes becomes my mantra to get through tough days.
On those tough days, I beat myself up (as #5 clearly states NOT to do). I almost believe that I am not a good enough mom, that today’s post was awful, that my workout was weak-these negative thoughts start to influence my attitude towards everything. So, I do number 6: take lots of breaks! The breaks allow me to think and plan to go somewhere new (#17), even if it is just to browse someplace nearby. Number 28 kicks in and I have lots of fun exploring.
It’s a cycle, isn’t it? The search for creativity and the outcome once found can make a helluva difference in your days. Life is long, get inspired: find the positives and seek the benefits.
What do you do to stay creative?
P.s. For #23, I would suggest to READ anything! Don’t you think?
Infograph: Pinterest (another way to find lots of inspiration)
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