Quote of the day. (The Way I See It.)

Yay, for Hump Day, so happy it's Wednesday! Have a great day my fellow bloggers and readers, make it the best Wednesday you've had in a long time. 

Last night I got to do something that I've been missing, I headed down to Belmar, New Jersey, where my  Manfriend plays in the Jersey Shore Basketball League and watched him play. I absolutely love watching him play and I haven't been able to make many games because of my work schedule. I find such beauty in the way he plays,  (Not to be corny!) and it always inspires me to become a better me when I see him doing what he loves. 

It's so important to do what makes you happy, I'm learning this more and more each day. More then anything else make sure you know what you are worth, to yourself and to others. Don't do things if you are half happy doing them, life is to short to waste time on things that don't drive you to be the best version of yourself. When you love what you do you're living! 

Three more days left in the Jeans and Tees and Travel and Cakes July Giveaway! Don't miss out on a chance to win a pair of TOMS Classic 101 Sunglasses. The Giveaway ends this Friday, July 15th at Noon (est) and the winner will be announced Saturday July 16th. Check out all the Giveaway information below.

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Today's quote comes off of a Starbucks cup. Starbucks used to put quotes on their cups called, "The way I see it", I wish they still did this, I loved getting my macchiato and getting a nice quote to read. This "The way I see it" quote comes from broadcast journalist Keith Olbermann and it's fantastic. It kind of reiterates what I was saying earlier in this post about doing what you love and ultimately being happy. It also talks about not taking "NO" for an answer. You'll always have critics, some good, some bad. Cherish the your supporters, keep a good head on shoulders, dig deep and follow your dreams.

Enjoy!

The Way I See It  #17

The world bursts at the seams with people ready to tell you you're not good enough. On occasion some may be correct. But do not do work for them. Seek any jobs, ask anyone out; pursue any goal. Don't take it personally when they say "no"- they may not be smart enough to say "yes".

-Keith Olbermann 

Quote of the day.

Happy Monday Lovers! I love that it's Monday morning and my routine went smoothly, nothing better. Like I always say, it's the little things in life that I  appreciate, such as a train coming on time. I had a fantastic weekend, I hope the same went for you. I got to spend time with my family as well as the Manfriend's, I got in a great run and taught a yoga class. I've got a busy work week ahead of me, I'm going to take it day by day and try not to stress myself out. 

Five more days left in the July Giveaway for Jeans and Tees and Travel and Cakes, so don't miss your chance to win a pair of TOMS Classic 101 Sunglasses. Just like TOMS Shoes, the TOMS Sunglasses also have a give back, went you receive a pair some one less fortunate will be given the eye care they need, it's a pretty sweet deal. Check out the giveaway details below!

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JULY GIVEAWAY!!!!!

 The Giveaway ends Friday, July 15th and the winner will be announced Saturday July 16th! 

Today's quote comes from the television show, Scrubs. I came across this quote yesterday on Hollies Quotes under the Miscellaneous Love section, it was just the quote I needed, so I thought I'd share it with you. 

Right now the Manfriend and I are waiting to see where he will be playing next year, (he plays pro basketball overseas) there are a couple of teams on the radar, and I'm so excited and so proud of him but I'm also nervous as hell. Going overseas is an awesome experience but there are a lot of things that go into living abroad and as you guys have learned I am a constant worrier. So when I found this quote I was reassured, there is no sense in worrying. Instead, we should enjoy what we are doing at this present moment because that's the only thing in our control, and sometimes we can't even control the present.I also know that the love the Manfriend and I have for each other can get through any little hurdles along our journey. 

Enjoy!

I usually don't like thinking about the future. I mean, let's face it, you can't predict what's gonna happen. But sometimes, the thing you didn't expect is what you really wanted after all. Maybe the best thing to do is just stop trying to figure out where you're going, and enjoy where you're at.
-Scrubs

Quote of the day. + A Tune.

Happy Fourth of July to all my fellow Americans out there. It's such a special day for the USA, remember all the people who have fought for and people who are still fighting for our freedom today. We sometimes tend to forget the sacrifices made for keeping this country free and safe. So today, please remember! 

A huge thank you to all the military men in my life. My brother-in-law Chris Perkins (Coast Guard) who is currently deployed, my manfriends best friends Mike Mastrangelo (Army) and Antonio Betulia (Navy), who is also currently deployed. Thank you so much for what you do, it does not go unnoticed and it is greatly appreciated. 

I am actually working today, bummer. I am missing my families annual Fourth of July Barbecue, I guess that's life, I'm not going to pout about it. On a high note, my sister-in-law Lia, went into the hospital last night to be induced. That means I'll be meeting my new nephew William later on today. This will conclude William Watch 2011! He's had a long run in his mama's belly but it's definitely time for his arrival. I can't wait to meet this baby and welcome him into the family. He's definitely making Fourth of July even more special. 

I am so proud of my brother and sister-in-law, they are going to make amazing parents. I am so excited to see their family grow, it really is such a beautiful thing. 

Don't forget to enter the July GIVEAWAY! Jeans and Tee's and Travel and Cakes will be giving away a pair of TOMS Classic 101 Sunglasses! These awesome sunglasses retail at $135 and they could be yours for FREE!

Just click ->HERE<- for all the contest details.

When you receive pair of TOMS Sunglasses, you are giving the gift of sight to someone in need. Your GIVEAWAY is a way to GIVE BACK! The GIVEAWAY runs until July 15th! Good Luck! 

 

Today's quote comes from the band Five for Fighting and their song, Freedom Never Cries. I thought this song was very fitting for today, the words are so powerful. Like I said earlier in this post, please remember all of those people that have served this country, have lost their lives serving and those who continue to serve her.

Sometimes we take our freedoms for granted. For example, I'm bummed I have to work today, meanwhile there is some 22 year old solider in Afghanistan, being shot at, fighting for my rights to go to work everyday, enjoy my daily Starbucks, my runs in the park, writing this blog and spending time with my family. When you realize things like that, it's puts life and your daily worries into a greater perspective. 

Enjoy and God Bless the USA! 

I took a flag to a pawn shop
For a broken guitar
I took a flag to a pawn shop
How much is that guitar
I took a flag to a pawn shop
I Got me that guitar
What's a flag in a pawn shop to me?

I Saw a man on the TV
In a mask with a gun
A man on the TV
He had a ten-year old son
I Saw a man on the TV
His son had a gun
He says that he's coming for me

I never loved the soldier until there was a war
Or thought about tomorrow
'til my baby hit the floor
I only talk to God when somebody's about to die
I Never cherished Freedom

Freedom never cries.

I Wrote a song for a dead man
To settle my soul
A song for a dead man
Now I'll never grow old
I Wrote a song for a dead man
Now I'm out in the cold
What's a song to a dead man to me?

I never loved the soldier until there was a war
Or thought about tomorrow
'til my baby hit the floor
I Only talk to God when somebody's about to die
I Never cherished Freedom

Freedom never cries...

You can cry for her
Die for her
Lay down your life for her
Kiss and wave Goodbye to her
Anything at all

You can cry for her
Die for her
Make up your mind to her
Anything at all

There's a baby on the doorstep
Wailing away
There's a baby on the doorstep
Longing for the day
There's a baby on the doorstep
Who'd give his life to take
A flag to a pawn shop
A flag to a pawn shop

May he forget why he is crying some day.

-Five for Fighting, Freedom Never Cries 

Quote of the day.

What an amazing holiday weekend I'm having, I hope you are having a great one as well. It's a rainy day in New York City, but that's not going to stop me from having a productive day. I'm thinking maybe I'll bake something today and work on our office space in the apartment. (This is a must now.)

Yesterday, I met with the owner of the salon with the yoga studio attached, we talked about the possibility of me running my yoga practice out of that studio. The meeting went so well and I am excited about my future there. I will definitely keep you posted, big things are about to happen. I have to thank my friend Noel, for setting me up with this interview, I'm forever grateful!

Jeans and Tee's and Travel and Cakes July GIVEAWAY is awesome, be sure to check it out and enter to win a super cool pair of

 TOMS Sunglasses!!! When you receive a pair of TOMS Sunglasses you'll be giving someone the gift of sight!!! 

Click ->HERE<- for contest details.

Good Luck!!!

William Watch 2011:Day 19! Finally, we will be meeting William very shortly either today or tomorrow. Mom-to-be Lia is going to  the hospital today to be induced. I wish my brother and sister-in-law nothing but the best of luck on this amazing journey ahead of  them, and I am so excited that I will see little Will within the next day. Wahoo!

Sunday's quote comes from American writer, Orison Swett Marden. I love this quote and I am learning more and more to think and act this way. We are going to face obstacles in our lives, it's normal, that's life. We just have to learn not to stress these obstacles, these challenges, these brick walls. Break through them and you'll see they weren't that challenging to begin with.

Enjoy!

Most obstacles melt away when we make up our minds to walk boldly through them.

-Orison Swett Marden

Quote of the day.

Hey loves, Happy Saturday and Happy Fourth of July Weekend. I'm excited for a weekend of fun, relaxing and some great training runs. This is the first time in a long time that I am in New York on a Saturday morning with nothing going on. I am taking full advantage, enjoying an amazing cup of coffee my manfriend made for me, some SportsCenter and writing to you my awesome readers. It's the little things in life that I truly love the most.  

Well as you know, yesterday I was supposed to be meeting with the owner of the Secret Garden to talk about the possibility of me running Yoga by Meg out of their studio, we had to reschedule and I'll be heading over there today to check the place out and see what can happen, so please, fingers crossed. I am super excited about getting the chance to open my wings and take charge of a dream I've been chasing, I will know shortly if that dream is about to come true. 

Be sure to check out Jeans and Tee's and Travel and Cakes July GIVEAWAY!

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what an awesome GIVEAWAY!  The GIVEAWAY will run until July 15th, check it out today and Good Luck!

William Watch 2011: Day 18! Well, still no baby Will. It's looking more and more like William will be arriving on July 4th, I can't tell you how excited I am to meet this little babe. Mom and Dad-to-Be are so ready for his arrival. 

Today's quote comes from American Professor, Margaret Peters. It's a very simple quote that really puts thing in perspective. 

Enjoy! 

Time has a wonderful way of showing us what really matters. 

- Margaret Peters

July GIVEAWAY! TOMS Sunglasses!

Hey there beautiful Jeans and Tee's and Travel and Cakes readers, it's time for another GIVEAWAY and this one is awesome. I thought I would step things up for the month of July and set you guys up with a really sweet GIVEAWAY!

 

Drum Roll Please....

 

For July's GIVEAWAY Jeans and Tee's and Travel and Cakes will be giving away a pair of the new TOMS Classic 101 Sunglasses! I hope you are excited about this, I know I am.

 

Just like TOMS Shoes there is a give back with their super cool shades. When you receive a pair of TOMS Sunglasses, you'll be giving someone the gift of sight, how amazing is that!

 

 

The GIVEAWAY will run from

Friday July 1st at 12 noon (EST)

until

Friday July 15th at 12 noon (EST)

 

The Winner will be picked at random using Random.org!

 

The GIVEAWAY Winner will be able to pick out any pair of any TOMS Classic 101 Sunglasses that he or she adores most.

 

The ways to gain Giveaway entry points is similar to May's Giveaway. Check ways to gain points below.

 

How to receive Giveaway entry points:

1 ENTRY POINT PER COMMENT ON THE GIVEAWAY POST on Blogger
 2 BONUS ENTRY POINTS FOR FOLLOWING JEANS AND TEE'S on Blogger
2 BONUS ENTRY POINTS FOR FOLLOWING JEANS AND TEE'S 
FACEBOOK FAN PAGE
2 BONUS ENTRY POINTS FOR FOLLOWING JEAN'S AND TEE'S ON BLOGLOVIN'

1 BONUS ENTRY POINT IF YOU "LIKE" THE POST ON BLOGLOVIN'
2 BONUS ENTRY POINTS FOR FOLLOWING JEANS AND TEE'S ON TWITTER

AND
3 BONUS ENTRY POINTS FOR PROMOTING THE GIVEAWAY 
ON YOUR BLOG.

 

If you already follow Jeans and Tee's on Blogger, Facebook, Twitter and Bloglovin' you will gain extra entry points for how many times you comment on the Post and Promote the Giveaway. I am so grateful for your continuous support of this blog.

 

Good Luck to all of those participating!

 

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