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Happy Mother's Day

A shout out to my mom, all my friends that are moms, for all upcoming mothers, and for all mother's that have passed:

Mothers are fonder than fathers of their children because they are more certain they are their own. ~Aristotle

I am the most blessed mother to have two beautiful girls that are caring, loving, and compassionate. I love you both with ALL my heart.

I wish you all a loved, special, and family-filled Mother's Day.

Reflect on this day,
Veronique

Relaxation

So glad it's Friday and I can have a few minutes of relaxation -- I've been loving the warm weather, gardening, having lunch with friends, exploring photography and making home-cooked meals.

This will be a busy weekend helping Breanna with her new apartment and Mother's Day. Looking forward to some family time.

I'll check in with all of you soon.
V

Mexican Flavor

Hi all,
Yesterday we had a great time celebrating Cinco de Mayo. We gathered at our local mexican restaurant, Cocina Medina, and enjoyed cocktails and delicious mexican food. Greg even won a Cabo Wabo shirt (displayed in the photo). It was another memorable night with friends.
Adios,
V

Cinco (5)

Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Of course for me that's just another reason to go have some cheese enchiladas, tacos, and spanish rice. My friends will celebrate with margaritas and tequilla.

We are gathering with friends tonight to celebrate the day Mexican style. We will throw on our somberos, dust off our sarapes, and do the Mexican jig.

Can't wait to have another fun day with friends.

Enjoy your 5th day of May!

FRESH TOMATO SALSA
4 cups diced tomatoes
3/4 cup finely diced red onion
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Combine tomatoes, onion, vinegar, jalapeno, cilantro, salt and cayenne in a medium bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.



V

Happy May

Can you believe it's already May 1? Time simply slips away. I am happy that summer is right around the corner but I'm sad that almost half the year is already gone.

Events comping up in May:
- Cinco de Mayo (Always a fun time to have margaritas with friends)\
- Armed Forces Day (A time to reflect and remember all our soldiers serving and protecting our country so WE can have freedom and peace)
- Breanna graduates college (no, I can't believe it)
- Mother's Day (Spoil your mom's with love, gifts, and remembrance today)
- Memorial Day (Yeah - a day off work -- I love 3 day weekends)

I hope you all will have a prosperous, fun-filled month. Go out on a limb and do something new (read a book, take a hike, paint, write a letter to a long lost friend, go to the zoo, bake a cake for a neighbor, exercise, treat a friend to lunch, organize photographs, write a letter to your child).

Happy trails,
Veronique

Sometimes do you come across something, someone, or an event that is very inspiring? I come across that every Tuesday night upon watching The Biggest Loser. I truly admire the contestants, their journey, and their mission. This show inspires me to exercise daily, challenge myself, and always make exercise a priority. Thankfully I am able to exercise every morning. It's a great way for me to start my day; it's energizing, healthy, and invigorating.
I do wish I could be on the show to experience their daily ritual (both with diet and exercise).
If you want motivation and inspiration, tune your TV channels to The Biggest Loser.
Be good to your body!
V