Happily Ever After in Mexico

I had the most amazing night all alone in Mexico City last night! I am such a geek.
Fist , I made a list of Goals for 2008... refusing to call them "resolutions" because that would be way too conforming to societal norms (Yes, I'm in denial).
One of them was to actually READ more. I love reading, and book club, and socialing with books club members- doesn't every avid reader? Though I'm not sure I would actually qualify as "avid" quite yet- something to aim for in 2008. Life just gets so busy sometimes and I don't make the time. But since I have now completed my MA, I am determined to return to reading for enjoyment. How I love it! So....while in Mexico City (also known as DF), I decided to actually search for the book I had stowed away in my bag, and actually begin to peruse the pages. I carried the book with me, walked outside my hotel in the Reforma, and searched for a perfect restaurant to read in. As I meandered through the streets, I ran across a local Feria, crowded with families, carousels, magicians, music and street vendors. What a lovely sight it was, but not a great place to settle in to read, so I continued my search. I finally ran across the perfect place- a cute, trendy, restaurant in the middle of the Reforma! I walked in and was immediately greeted by sweet, kind, professional locals. I decided to take a seat at the bar, even though I was the only one seated there. I ordered some traditional cuisine, tacos de pollo that came with beans and guacamole, along with a local cerveza. Then I proceeded with the book, which was given to me a few months ago, called Eat, Pray, Love. In a nutshell, it is an amusing, comical, yet deep book about a woman's self discovery through travel. Turns out it was quite fitting for an American currently in Mexico City. So here I was in Mexico City, alone, reading a great book, enjoying some local food, all while watching the city night lights of the cars along the Reforma- all to say, a totally blissful night for me! How I love the ambience! The only thing that could have made it any better is if I had met a sweet, older couple and shared some conversation about their lovely city. But there is still time for that, so no worries.

Written by co-author of Princess Bubble
Kimberly Webb
www.princessbubble.com

Vern Decorates for a Princess, possibly

Very exciting news! We got word that Vern Yip's assistant,Ryan, is coming to measure Kim Webb's condo for a possible Vern makeover!

"Two years ago, after losing almost all of her material belongings in a house fire, Webb joined with Johnston to help others focus on what she believes is truly important in life: friendship, values, and helping others. Through Princess Bubble, Webb is able to encourage young girls who are struggling with self-esteem issues and help make them aware of ALL the options life offers them."

So, Kim may get a home make over! And we may get to inspire HGTV viewers with the message of Princess Bubble. What a treat!

Kim is so funny. (Funny in a quirky Cosmo Kramer way.) She ran into the burning building and brought out 2 items. What 2 items would you grab? Pictures, your grandmother's china or silver? No, all of these things Kim owned and they burned. She grabbed her library books and her Delta uniform.

Her reasoning, "I knew I would need to work the next day to pay for all I was losing so I got my uniform and I also knew I could no longer afford a fine from the library." Needless to say, "Kim has the gift of never desiring any material possessions." I DO NOT HAVE THIS GIFT!

It has been so hard for me to be this poor while we try to promote this message. I have not been able to buy anything and really cut my spending to only food and shelter. Because I am so passionate about our message, I was willing to do this. But, it has been hard! I do know if we can reach girls and make them feel better about themselves it will be worth it.

I will let you know if Vern is coming. We are very excited. Kim has done an amazing job decorating after losing everything;but a super star professional will really make it the palace she deserves!