May Flowers

Did April just fly by us? I can't believe its May already! Here are a few things I am looking forward this month:

• Sandal weather
• Picnics in the park
• Watermelons
• The Great Gatsby movie!

Spend less, Live well

I live in one of the most expensive cities in the world. And to tell you the truth it is not that difficult to save and score some good deals. It is not a secret that cost of living in NYC is high but being a little penny-wise surely helps. And I can thank my mom and dad for being great money role models. I was raised by parents who had grown up in a third world country post a liberation war. The values they instilled in me and my siblings were those of living within our means.

For me living large on less is a matter of choice more than anything. I make my choices by thinking about what matters the most to me and why I want what I want. I believe anyone can live large on less. It may not mean the same for everyone but it surely is possible for everyone.

Eleven

Today my little brother is 11 years old. I still remember the day he was born. I was 14 years old, sitting lazily in my last period science class when the monitor showed up with the  little blue slip stating my father's arrival to pick me up. I instantly knew what had happened. I remember the first time I held him, the way his small body snuggled close to my heart and he peeked at me sleepily. From that moment on, I knew that my life has changed for the better. 

Sick

I am sick and its the third time this year! The day I felt a little sore throat come one, I quickly guzzled down a small bottle of OJ and tried to chase it away with with some vitamin C packs. Sadly, neither worked! To add to my misery the weather has been gorgeous lately. And instead of enjoying the sun, I have locked myself in the bedroom to spare the rest of the family from this nasty cold. Hope you are staying healthy.

Earth Day

Since warm weather is finally inching towards NYC, I am spending a lot of time outdoors. Spending time more time outdoors in nature makes me feel more energetic as opposed to remaining inside the house. Luckily, NYC has lots of beautiful parks and botanical gardens to enjoy and explore and one of my favorite is none other than Central Park.

This past Saturday Central Park hosted its annual Family Volunteer Day in honor of Earth Day and I was there along with my family to celebrate Earth Day and beautify the park. We had a great time helping prepare the grounds for the summer season with a mulching project. Even though it was a small effort on our part to give back to the earth, I am sure every little bit helps.