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Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Ahora 2: July

Happy July! 

I love seeing what others are up to every month and the items that cross their radar. Naturally, I thought it would be fun to do my own. 

Ahora, meaning Now in Spanish, is a monthly series that gives you the highlights of what's going on in my life each month. 



July is a great month.
  • Summer is here. 
  • There is less traffic as people enjoy much deserved vacation time.
  • Happy Birthday, USA! 

What I'm reading...
And my favorite blogs this month:

What I'm watching


  • World Cup



  • Jaws...a local theatre is bring it back to the big screen this month. Best summer movie ever! 

What I'm eating
  • All things grilled...tis the season. 
  • Ice cream!
  • And cherries...stone fruit season is upon us. And a splendid season it is. 




What I'm drinking
  • Sangria. All summer. Need a recipe? Here's one for a red



What I'm wearing
  • Maxi dresses. Comfortable and practical. 


What I'm doing
  • Traveling! We leave for Spain later this month. I'm ready to return to my home away from home and see this sunset every night.

  • Finishing grad classes. In an effort to amass post-Masters level credits (and an eventual lane change for a salary increase), I am taking two online grad classes this semester. One is almost done and one needs to be started. Both must be finished before I leave on vacation. It's on.
At least my home office has a view. 

What I'm listening to
  • World Cup announcers...GOOOOOOAAAAALLL! 
  • The Boston Pops Orchestra play the 1812 Overture at the 4th of July extravaganza on the Esplanade.
  • And fireworks! Happy 4th of July!

Making my heart smile
  • The U.S. Men's National Team's performance at World Cup. Tim Howard is amazing...best...goal keeper...ever. 
My goals for LAST month
  • Write, write, write...with the end of school and life craziness, I came up empty on this one. Here's to summer and more time to write.
  • Use sunscreen. I tan easily, but a tan is not worth skin cancer. Better, but not 100%. No excuses this month. 
  • Get outside. Better. Does sipping wine and doing homework by the pool count?



My goals for this month
  • Write a media kit and order my business cards. 
  • Create a fall editorial calendar. 
  • Finish my online grad class....this NEEDS to be done before we leave for Spain in a couple of weeks. 

And there you have it...what is happening Ahora in my world. 

Your turn...what is happening in your world these days?

14 comments:

  1. I adore maxi dresses! what kind of graduate program are you in?

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    1. Hi Lisa, I finished my Masters in Education and English, but I am taking online courses for a lane change (and salary increase). I should be at M+15 credits by the end of the fall semester. Maxi dresses are the best...good for dressing up or staying casual.

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  2. I wear maxi dresses like everyday!! So comfortable and pretty too. I really wish my office had a poolside view!!

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    1. I agree, Kerry...they're perfect for work and to go out. Easy to dress up or stay casual. Your office may not have a poolside view, but I bet it's air conditioned, which is more than I can say for our house. :-) Only the bedroom has AC. Have a wonderful 4th.

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  3. I've never found a maxi that suits me well. I own one but it's not my best look!

    How exciting, Spain is upon you!

    Stone fruit season is my favorite.

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    1. It depends on the cut for me...sometimes they make me look even hippier than my pear-shaped body already it. :-/ But sometimes I find one that works for seasons on end. Have a wonderful 4th. :-)

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  4. I'm glad I found this blog. July is great! Looks like you're enjoying it well. And I adore maxi dresses and wine!

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    1. Welcome, Grace Courtney! :-) I found your blog today as well, and I'm thrilled. You write beautifully. I look forward to exploring your blog and following your journey.

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  5. Omg! Have fun in Spain Kelly. I saw that ice cream on your instagram and it looks so good.

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  6. What a busy month you will be having.. and have so much fun in Spain. My world is going to be busy this month with a new part in my job... a new learning curve with this job and also we are changing our computer system. Family is coming to visit and I hope to get more crafts and reviews done for the month.. and continue my exercising and lose weight program.

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    1. Hi Marlys,
      Thank you so much. You have a busy month ahead as well. :-)
      Good luck with the transition in your job, and have a wonderful visit with your family.
      Enjoy your craft time and have fun with your reviews.
      And the best of luck with your wellness plan.
      Happy July! :-)

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  7. Thanks for including me on your list of favorite blogs this month! Have fun in Spain!

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    1. You're welcome. :-) I really enjoy your blog.
      Thank you...we always have a great time...always so much to see and do.
      Happy July!

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