What It Do Miss?

PLEASE VOTE!

2011-07-21T16:54:00.000-07:00

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MY CONTEST

Because...being a friend means never having to give a reason.

This socks!!!

2010-09-25T23:17:00.000-07:00

This is a pretty old picture I found, but I had to share. Just look

at all the socks that didn't have matching pairs! Appalling.

Don't worry, we've gotten the situation under control ever

since my OCD kicked in.

Love ya Betty, but...

2010-09-25T23:04:00.000-07:00

Anyone else a little tired of the whole "lets-get-Betty-White-to-act-

scandalous-talk-about-sex-and-hit-on-younger-men" shtick?

Next thing you know she's gonna be on Twilight or something.

Don't get me wrong, I love the lady! But enough already, Hollywood.

Please move on to your next obsession.

And their names are...

2010-09-14T11:11:00.000-07:00

Update on my Babies

2010-09-14T05:17:00.000-07:00

As most of you know, at 20 weeks we discovered that our identical twin girls had Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS). It was pretty devastating and I've never been so scared in my life. But thanks to the miracle of modern medicine and the amazing doctors who treated us in Philadelphia, our girls are doing so well and growing every week. I really want to thank all of you who sent encouraging messages, emails and said prayers on our behalf. We feel so blessed.

Yesterday, at their 28 week ultrasound they were measuring:
2 lbs. 7 oz. (Baby A) and 2 lbs. 9 oz. (Baby B)

Here are some pics from our experience in Philadelphia:

At the airport on our way to Philly. Just a few

hours after we were diagnosed. I was such a mess.

(The pictures I'm holding are all of Baby B, we

never got a picture of Baby A because

she was too small and trapped by the

membrane...now in recent ultrasound

pictures you see them side by side

and they're approx. the same size!)

During this ultrasound is when we found out that they
were identical girls. (Once again, at this point you can
only really see Baby B, the recipient twin.)

2+ hour ultrasounds are a hard thing to stay awake for.

About to go into surgery.

Right after the laser surgery, I was so out of it and all
I remember is Aaron laughing and taking pictures of me.

1 hour later I was so ready for my Choc Chip Pancakes!

With the amazing team who performed the surgery!
Dr. Mark Johnson & Dr. Julie Moldenhauer.
And the wonderful nurse who took such good care
of me before and after the surgery!

Gorgeous flowers from my people at Leo Burnett!

After I was discharged from the hospital, we stayed
at the Ronald McDonald House for the week that we
had left to be in Philly. In a "Hockey-themed room",
I know...it is SO me! :) And yeah, I rock a
wheelchair every once in a while now.

Aaron and I will never forget this experience and how it really strengthened our testimony on the incredible power of prayer.

My Non-Apology

2010-09-14T04:25:00.000-07:00

So I just realized that its been almost 5 months since my last post...I would normally begin apologizing and giving excuses. But let's get real, you know me–it's going to happen again. So let's just enjoy each other's company while I'm on my latest blogging kick. :)

Bebes

2010-04-27T10:57:00.000-07:00

Hey guys,
I know it's been a great long while since I've posted anything...but in case you didn't already find out, I'm pregnant with twins!

We found out during our first ultrasound. The technician gave me a creepy smile and I nervously asked her what was going on. She replied, "I see two." I immediately started to cry (something I do a lot lately) and Aaron just stood there laughing. It was quite the experience.

We are so excited and so nervous at the same time. :) I'll definitely share more details in upcoming posts...but if you'll be kind as to excuse me as I go throw up.

ps. The "morning sickness" (that lasts way past the morning) is worse with two!!! Yikes.

Kids Text the Darndest Things!

2010-01-27T22:03:00.000-08:00

Most of you that know me well, know that I have the cutest lil sis ever!!! She just turned 6 and the funny things she does never cease to amaze me! Well, thanks to my big SPOILER-ALERT-TITLE you know that she texts. Yep, this little lady just takes her mom's iPhone and texts her Manna.

KEY:

My texts are in the green bubbles and I am referred to as Manna (short for Hermana) or Mann (short for Manna) :)
Her texts are in the grey bubbles and she is referred to as Rica Rica and sweetie and cutie, etc...

Here are some of the highlights, I promise you that you will smile when you read these:

One Slippery Step At A Time

2010-01-27T21:50:00.000-08:00

I will sue the pants off our landlords if I slip and fall.

Prettiest Puzzle I Ever Saw!

2010-01-17T22:28:00.000-08:00

Buying this puzzle was quite a hassle.

First of all, it was around Christmastime and so there were like a million people in that tiny Borders store.

And second of all, the stupid sales lady must've been Team Jacob because her and I had a lengthy discussion about my choice of puzzle eye candy. I might have insulted Jacob's wig at some point during the conversation.

Here I am in my faux pink giraffe pj's getting started...

Look at how far I got in a couple hours! Hyuk, hyuk!!!

Baby-faced

2010-01-17T22:02:00.000-08:00

Meet Owen. The totally adorable blonde baby featured on the top picture. Every day when I walked by this picture I just had to smile because of the cuteness factor but also because of his sweet/miserable face. Oh...and did I mention that his father was my boss at my previous work?

Although, that didn't really make a difference at 2am when Lindsey and I decided to snap a few snapshots-á-la-Owen! We got a little crazy and put them up on our boss' door. Remember, it was 2am, people.

The next morning we anxiously and somewhat nervously awaited our boss' arrival. No worries, he was cool about it and agreed with me that I pulled a much more believable Owen. :)

These Boots Weren't Really Made For Walkin'

2010-01-16T22:42:00.000-08:00

Horseshoes. Or at least that's what Aaron & I called them because of the awful sound they made when I would walk. Yes, that dreadful $20-Target-Boots-that-I-wore-way-too-long sound. Girls, you all probably know what I'm talking about. At one point or another we've all bought some cheap shoes that we've worrrrrrrrn out!

These sad old boots of mine had seen better days. But I just wasn't ready to give them up because I hadn't found a perfect replacement for them.

My mom freaked when she saw the boots I was wearing (over my jeans, so there's no coverin' anything up!) Her magical shopping powers helped me find THE perfect tan boots and with the deal of a lifetime...buy one pair of shoes and get TWO FREE! TWO!!! Don't know how those people make any money.

Bow wow old friends...bow wow.

Sometimes You Just Need A Man To Punch...

2010-01-16T22:22:00.000-08:00

Next Christmas, I won't care if I get any other presents...as long as I get one of these!!! You think I'm joking.

Just look at the poor dear...

2010-01-09T04:41:00.000-08:00

I saw this lady the other day on the train. And poor woman, she was all tuckered out. It nearly broke my heart how cute she was. Then when the guy came to collect her ticket he startled her.

Good story, huh?

Hoarders, Listen Up!

2009-11-13T13:06:00.000-08:00

It was a pain making the switch from summer to winter clothes this year. Aaron had to help me lug up 4 huge box crate things full of clothes. When the pile filled up our room I kinda had my own personal wake up call. I mean, I've always known that I have a lot of clothes and I'm a shopper. But it reached a ridiculous level.

So, I finally did it! I gave away 6 big kitchen trash bags (Glad Force-Flex® trash bags, mind you, they hold a lot more than the norm) full of clothes!

It feels so good to have gotten rid of those things that I always felt bad throwing away and often categorized as:

But, this is for when I lose 5 lbs.
But, this is for when I lose 10 lbs.
But, this is for when I "paint" the house.
But, this is for when I wanna feel like a hipster.
But, this is the shirt I was wearing when Aaron proposed.
But, these faded carpenter cargos could come in handy for a halloween costume.
But, this is the shirt that I got for like 30 cents at Forever 21. Such a good deal!
But, if I keep this I can show my daughters that their fads were also mine!

Say no to hoarding. :)

Meet My Freakeys!

2009-11-13T09:24:00.000-08:00

My sweet friend Lindsey gave me these little guys. I can always find my keys now...just gotta feel for those rubbery alien arms! :)

I gotta go! I gotta go!

2009-10-07T11:29:00.000-07:00

Every single day I used to find myself distressed and anxious, much like the cat above. That is of course, until I paid a recent visit to my doctor for a routine check-up.

During my visit, I confessed that I always held my pee. I was thinking that we could just share a laugh and move on. Not so much. Here's how the conversation went:

Me: Yeah, I always hold my pee. (nervous laughter)

Doc: Brenda, why do you hold your urine, or "pee" as you like to call it.

Me: Well, I don't know. Cus I'm at work?

Doc: I'm assuming they have bathrooms at your work.

Me: Of course they do, when I'm at work I just get into the zone you know...can't get up. (At this point I'm still trying to make light of the situtation, more nervous laughter)

Doc: ...(silence)...

Doc: Well, let's see...how do I explain this. Brenda, when your body has the sensation to urinate, it's because your body needs to release certain fluids. Do you understand what I'm saying here?

Me: Yes.

Doc: Ok, can you promise me that you won't hold it in anymore?

Me: Promise.

Doc: (at this point he just stared at me for a good 10 seconds with a puzzled look)

The best part of this story is that later on that day I visited my parents and they were trying to convince my sister that holding in her pee was not good for her. Did I mention my sister is only 5? Sigh.

Aaronisms

2009-10-07T09:24:00.000-07:00

I keep telling Aaron to blog, but all he'll write about are urinals and pastafarianism. So...its up to me to tell you a couple real things that you wouldn't know about about Aaron.

# 1- He has a thumb cove.

I call Aaron's hand a "thumb cove" because that's where his thumb hides in all day. It is the cutest thing ever..."that's just how my hands naturally fall!" or so he says. I'm always snapping pictures of it to prove that he does it, but he's in denial.

# 2- His body is 97% sodium.

So here he is at the movies. You can see that he has a large thing of buttery popcorn and a cup in his hand. What's the cup full of you ask...Soda? Water? Nah. It's full of BUTTER SALT!

This kills me. He will order his popcorn, but only have them fill it up half way, so he can pour his salt over the first half and then repeats the same thing when its completely full.

Gross, huh? But it's not over yet.

He then asks for a plastic cup and fills it halfway with these granules of death. Then, while we're watching the movie he will pour more on every other handful. Of course he feels like crap after he's done eating the entire thing. I need help convincing him this is not good for his body! :)

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Aaron, I'm sorry I laugh at you because of your high sodium intake and thumb cove. And I'm sorry I told everyone about it. And I'm sorry for repeating it now.

Aaron "Neti" Janmohamed

2009-10-07T09:09:00.000-07:00

Twas 5:30am and I laid there in my comfy bed in peaceful slumber. Then out of nowhere, I was awakened by the loudest and most horrendous nose-blowing I have ever witnessed. My poor Aaron, he has some serious sinus problems when the weather starts to change. Lucky me, I get to bust out my boots and scarves...but Aaron, he just gets to bust out the Kleenex.

Well, I'll have you know that I just received a phone call from Aaron. He told me he was at Wal-greens and then says, "I'm buying a Neti Pot! You know...like on Oprah!"

I love the fact that I will enjoy watching Aaron attempt to use a Neti Pot...something I don't think I could ever do...freaky, it's just not normal to have running water drip out of your nose like that!

And...I also love the fact that my husband cited Oprah.

Little Brendita & Aaroncito

2009-09-10T18:21:00.000-07:00

So it seems like every single friend I have already has kids or is pregnant. Yeah, well...besides the few scares we've had...no kiddos on the way yet.

But just because there's currently no bun in my oven, doesn't mean I can't think about my future little ones.

I want these two! When my kids are this age I will buy them the exact same clothes and recreate this photograph. I'm not even kidding you. :)

Updated...

2009-08-25T05:47:00.000-07:00

...the good ole portfolio! Click on the Advertising + Graphic Design link on the left if you're curious.

Oh Sasha Fierce...You're Funny

2009-07-16T08:22:00.000-07:00

I'm officially obsessed with this. Keep looping Sasha!

*By the way, this is my first time ever creating an animated gif...thank you Jeff Lew for the troubleshooting.

The King of Pop

2009-06-25T15:03:00.000-07:00

Michael Jackson was and will always be the most amazing artist of this era. Thanks for all the incredible music and videos! You will be missed!!!

This is an old picture of me and my life-size Michael Jackson poster in my office. We jam out together when I have to work late! :)

Extra Extra!

2009-06-22T20:02:00.000-07:00

This is something that we created for our client, Wrigley's Extra.

These first ones took alotta Photoshoppin'! Cutting water out sucks.

The actual print ads are for the two new Smoothie flavors and they have copy on them...they'll be coming out soon. I'll post them when they're out. :)

Welcome back to the blogging world, Aaroncito!

2009-06-22T19:45:00.000-07:00

Aaron is back to blogging. Let's help him feel the blogging-love.

Click here to visit his blog!

Double-Stuffed Brenda

2009-06-22T19:32:00.000-07:00

When I got home and laid eyes on the Double Stuf Oreos that Aaron had purchased I screamed. Literally.

I begged Aaron to take them away, saying "You don't truly know me. You don't know what I'm capable of." He shrugged it off telling me to just control myself...control myself??? adjshfajdsfkjasdf.

Aaron went to get one the next day and there were only two cookies left.

(In case you're curious, I consumed 2,520 calories and 234 grams of fat of Oreos.)

Of course Aaron took it straight to his facebook status...

And according to Stephanie Hirschi, I also have a weakness for pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. Help!

Extra Smoothie Gum Print

2009-06-22T08:38:00.000-07:00

We had a lot of back and forth with the client on this one...but finally this print is out for the world to see! Well...world meaning people in the US who read magazines...

Victims of Cholation

2009-06-08T15:30:00.000-07:00

When our debit card was stolen in the airport in Peru, we felt exactly like this:
Because they managed to steal over $1,300!

They took out $900 from the same ATM and then proceeded to spend the rest at a place called "Tequila Rock." (Of all the places...haha) When it came time to prove to the bank that it wasn't us...we relied on our airplane tickets that placed us in the air at the time of the heinous crimes...

And if that wouldn't have worked, we had a solid back up plan: "We're mormons. We don't drink tequila."

Update: The bank gave us back the full amount.

Cool Cow

2009-06-08T15:23:00.000-07:00

I would most definitely spend an extra bit of moo-lah to drink from this carton. Even if I only use my milk to "moisten" my Marshmallow Mateys.

Photo: thedieline.com

99designs.com

2009-06-08T14:57:00.000-07:00

If you think you got design skills then you should definitely check this site out. A few months ago a friend showed me this site. I signed up and entered a couple contests. There's good prize money and most contests are guaranteed.

I don't always have too much time to enter, but if you're looking for some good cash on the side and you're decent at graphic design. Get to it!

ps. Beware. There are a lot of terrible designers. At least you have a better chance of winning.

99designs.com

Polar Opposites

2009-06-08T14:47:00.000-07:00

I give this movie two thumbs wayyyy UP. I loved it! I saw it in 3D. Yep, 3D glasses, sour patch kids and cherry icees galore.

And I'm pretty sure I was swinging my legs with excitement and my feet didn't touch the floor. I wish I could've captured that tender moment on camera.

Now this movie. Wow. This was the worst movie I've ever seen. Save your money and just go watch UP for a second time.

Will Ferrell, you were better on Man vs. Wild than in your own movie.

Adventures in Llama Land

2009-06-08T13:51:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures from when we went to Lima to visit my mamita! Enjoy.

"El Centro de Lima" was very picturesque and had a nice old town charm:

Then we took a $5 bus tour up to the top of some cerro. The bus ride was so frightening. The road was not wide enough for the bus. My mom and I were freaking out...haha...Auxilio, socorro!!!!

Aaron tried my personal favorite meat dish, Lomito Saltado. We ate so much that trip. My appetite still hasn't gone back to normal. :)

The amount of fresh fruit available there is incredible. We had so much fruit every day! I especially love those mini-bananas and "granadilla." Which looks awful, i know. But it tastes delicious. Here are some precious shots of Aaron and I partaking.

Pampering is also a must when we visit Ms. Vivian. Aaron went to the spa with Carlos one day and then got a pedicure! :)

The folklore dance show was incredible!

Not only do I get to visit my mom, but I also have a lot of other family in Peru!

MARIBEL!!! She's been with the Vidal family for a long time. First with my aunt Tany, then my mom and then my aunt Brenda.

It's not all about malls down there...there's other really cool places to find stuff! Like the Artesanal! I love all the souvenirs and wish I could've brought back a petrified tarantula!

Polvos Rosados and La Distribuidora! This is where I get all my "real" DVDs....and peruvian candy and cookies.

La Quinta! This place is very, very cheap. Peru makes most of cotton clothing...so anything that doesn't get shipped to the US comes here. Just piles and piles of cheap clothes. My aunt Tany loved to come with me and dig through these piles. My mom wasn't as willing to DIG IN! :)

This is the second time I have ever "held" an animal in my entire life! I think I will dedicate a whole post to this issue of mine. I was nervous but I did well with lil' Bianca.

And finally....swine flu free!

Steve, you disappoint me!

2009-06-08T13:32:00.000-07:00

Sure the new iPhone 3GS has some awesome new features...but it looks the exact same!!! And it still doesn't have a front camera.

Sigh.

I guess my expectations were a little too high. I forgive you Steven, and that's only because you are giving us a 3 megapixel camera, MMS, landscape view and a way to take videos and edit them with just the touch of your finger.

Price isn't too bad either...at least it's not the $622.50 I paid for the first one that came out. :)

November 20th, I need you to get here!!!

2009-05-28T08:49:00.001-07:00

It's so great to have a teenage-like obsession once again...

~~*~~eDwARd & BeLLA 4eva!~~*~*

Just to clarify, I really dislike when people write like that...it was merely an attempt to express my giddiness for the movie. :)

See you soon Lima!

2009-05-13T14:26:00.000-07:00

Our highly-anticipated trip to Lima was a "maybe" for the past couple of days because of two problems.

1. My passport still hadn't gotten here: But no worries, after paying another $75...it arrived this morning!

2. Peru was not allowing ANY flights from Mexico to enter...and since that is our connection... But no worries, my mom just informed me that they're opening the airport once again starting Saturday!

So, Aaron and I will have to spend one night in Mexico...hey, it's better than One Night in Bangkok. <---Linst, this one's for you!)

Key West - The Conch Republic

2009-05-12T09:29:00.000-07:00

This was one of the funnest vacations I've been on! Not only was Key West beautiful, but I have such a blast with Aaron's family! Here are a few pictures from that week in heaven:

The water here was so gorgeous!

This was the most relaxing thing in the world.

Aaron can't help his sexiness sometimes...

We went snorkeling and the guys on the boat thought it would be funny to throw food near me. So these fish started to nibble at me! This picture shows me smiling and laughing...but I clearly remember a screaming Brenda.

Read about my scooter incident and why I had to ride with Aaron...click here

The whole gang rollin' up.

This was our first day so we look a little white still... :)

By the end of the trip...we switched races.

Such a beautiful and fun family. We ate conch. :) (Sorry, trip inside joke!)

Aaron and his barracuda!

Me and my handsome husband riding the scooter around town at night!

We were able to catch the sunset! So beautiful.

Bye bye Key West...I love you.

Now that I'm a self-appointed movie critic...

2009-05-12T09:21:00.000-07:00

This movie was terrible. Now I owe Aaron 2 NBA games and his choice of action movie.

Newest addition to the Trekkie world...

2009-05-11T13:52:00.000-07:00

Yes, I loved Star Trek. Even if I CANNOT get my fingers to make "the sign".

But seriously...I haven't met anyone who can't do that with their fingers...

Crushed Dreams

2009-05-11T13:33:00.000-07:00

All throughout college, all I wanted was a Vespa. I envied those beautiful girls and metro boys that owned them. At times, I would imagine myself riding through the streets of Provo with my hair flowing in the wind and my backpack (ahem...purse) in the cute little basket. Twas indeed a beautiful sight.

Then, all those dreams came to a screeching halt when I had the opportunity to actually ride one while I was in Key West with Aaron's family. The plan was that we would all rent one and do some sightseeing.

The second I got on the stupid thing my immediate reaction was to hit the gas as hard as I could. And I took off. Of course I don't think to press on the brakes...instead, I decide it would be better to try to break-a-la-Fred-Flinstone with my feet as I continue to accelerate. Fortunately, the guy helping me caught up to me and I avoided a painfully embarrassing accident.

Whatever...I looked better holding onto my hot husband and letting him cruise through town anyways.

Mi mami

2009-05-10T17:42:00.000-07:00

My mother is the most beautiful and caring mother in the world.

She's my best friend, confidant and the most exquisite shopping buddy.

My mother has the most organized iTunes library in the world.

When we're together we talk for hours and laugh until we cry.

My mother dresses better than I do!

She sings and plays the guitar just like Maria in the Sound of Music. (And of course I sing just like Brigitta)

Te adoro, mamita!

By the way: it is possible for a white peruvian person to have a brown sugar baby like me. Don't be ignorant. :)

Hyuk Hyuk!!!

2009-04-29T11:31:00.000-07:00

How nerdy is it that I love this purse?

One Year Ago...

2009-04-25T05:25:00.000-07:00

...I married the most wonderful man, waltzed around in my wedding dress and spent the day with family and friends.

Happy One Year Anniversary to us!

Finally...

2009-04-24T13:43:00.000-07:00

It's the weekend.

I haven't had bangs since I was 10.

2009-04-19T21:01:00.000-07:00

So I recently went to get my haircut...it had almost been a year since I got it cut...sick! I can't believe I waited that long. I guess things like food and gas are more important than my hair. But finally...I had the chance to go.

Last time I went to get my haircut was right after my wedding. I was feeling scrappy like Monica...so I cut off 10 inches!

This time as I sat there, I looked up at the girl and out said, "Gimme bangs."

It's taken a little bit to get used to them...but I'm thinking I like the change.

So True

2009-04-14T16:34:00.001-07:00

Glad to see where my future is headed.

Texas, you should be ashamed.

2009-04-13T09:38:00.000-07:00

What a stupid, stupid thing THIS is!

I wonder what she has to say about, Brenda Graciela Janmohamed........Cevallos...

Ok all my wonderful Texas peeps, this is nothing against you and your "country"—Betty's just a little crazy.

In just 19 days...

2009-04-13T09:29:00.000-07:00

...we'll be here.

Lookin' like this.

How does this picture make you feel?

2009-04-13T07:59:00.000-07:00

I don't even remember what image I was searching for...but I'm sure glad I found this. Disturbing.

Flossing. There's only one way.

2009-04-10T10:04:00.000-07:00

I had always lived my life knowing that you floss before you brush your teeth. And then a few years ago my world was completely disrupted when I met my old roommate, Linst. This girl flossed after she brushed her teeth. That is so backwards to me.

Then again, in 2008...complete madness ensued when I found out that Aaron also does the same thing!

You guys...you floss before you brush your teeth, so when you brush you can wash away all the nasties.

What's your floss etiquette? I'd really like to know.

Have you ever wondered...

2009-04-10T09:26:00.000-07:00

...what Homer Simpson would look like if he was human? Well, I'm guessing the answer is YES!

If you answered yes, the it's obvious that you wondered the same thing about Mario. Well, here he is.

What it do Miss?

2009-03-26T19:13:00.000-07:00

Take a look at some of my advertising and graphic design work from my portfolio:

Let's Stick Together
This was the first thing that I made for Wrigley to get produced! It was just a newspaper ad...but it was full page and on every major newspaper that day...so there. :)

Wrigley's Extra Smoothie Gum Print Ads

Two magazine print ads to celebrate the two newest additions to Extra's Fruit Sensations line. Beautiful.

The Chicago Film Fest: "See More in the Dark"
This was the first campaign that I worked on to actually get produced. It was a very fun experience and I had to go around the city and document the whole thing. Although, dealing with glow-in-the-dark was a pain-in-the-arse.

UPDATE: This campaign ended up Short-listing in Cannes and was a finalist at the One Show. Sooooo close! :)

One Show Winner: Iconic Doritos Collection
These two print ads were a part of a much bigger, 3-phase campaign that I worked on with my friend, Matt Miller, and it was a blast. We ended up winning a One Show pencil for it! Click here to see some pics!

Winterfresh + American Eagle: Champions of Cool

Together, these two cool brand giants will provide opportunities to experience cool looks, sounds, flavors and other elements of our culture...and of course, they will enlist the consumer to help determine the coolest of the cool.

Oral B Ad

Our Game. Our Jazz.

A Night of Bossa Nova

Trazzo Lighting Poster

Abdias Ernesto Garcia Logo Options

Made these logos for an incredible musician! Check out his stuff on iTunes!

1 Wedding Source Business Card

All Business Aaron

Our First Christmas Card
...that we never sent out...expect it in December of 09 then!

My New Initials

To Create is to Live
This has been the cover for my portfolio for quite some time. I love the colors and the shape...but mostly I love that I made it by accidentally hitting the wrong command in Illustrator! :)

04.25.08
As party favors at our wedding we gave away these CDs that I designed. There was everything from Celia Cruz to Michael Jackson to Stevie Wonder. (I have a million copies left...let me know if you want one!)

iTagg Business Card

Saveur Magazine
This was a college assignment that I completed in one night and is still one of my favorites...here are a few sample spreads.

Thanks for taking a look guys. Let me know what you think. Will be posting more work soon!
"Seacrest, out."

The iChat Poet

2009-03-26T15:07:00.000-07:00

I just found this interesting iChat conversation that I saved from a little over a year ago with Aaron. I can't remember exactly what we were talking about...but I remember that he stopped responding to my comments, so I thought it would be quite nice to continue rambling on and express my intense feelings.

Disclaimer: First of all, if you're reading this blog, you're already aware of how weird I can be sometimes...but I do want to point out that we were at a great point in our relationship and there was no talk of breaking up...not that we were strangers to that concept. ;)

PS. In case you don't get my humor...I was just kidding. :)

Anti-Theft Lunch Bag

2009-03-22T20:30:00.000-07:00

When you share a fridge with hungry co-workers (or female college roommates), it's important to protect your food. And writing a note that says, "Keep your mitts off my grub!" won't help all that much. I recently stumbled across the solution.

Ross really would've appreciated this.

We won...

2009-03-20T08:04:00.000-07:00

Reebok!!! Our team at the agency just got word that we won the Reebok global account. We will be working with DDB Germany as well. We are so thrilled. Get very excited, because some amazing Rbk work is coming your way!!!

And I can't forget my dear client...Wrigley...expect some awesome stuff from their Extra brand soon too. :)

Photo Booth Never Gets Old!

2009-03-19T13:52:00.000-07:00

I've loved this program since it came out! And it's still funny to take these ridiculous pictures.

This first one just cracks me up because it's soooo realistic. I was in Peru at the time and my mom and aunts were like..."Send this fat picture to Aaron and tell him that you're sorry you've gained a few pounds but the food is just too good here in Peru!"

Here are a few other of my faves:

Mrs. Clumsy

2009-03-19T09:51:00.000-07:00

This blog post should be updated weekly because I am the clumsiest person in the world!!! And if you claim you are...you're wrong. I promise. Honestly, there isn't a day that goes by where I don't hurt myself, accidentally spill something or knock something over...ugh, the list goes on. Everyone seems to get a kick out of it.

Here's the latest incident. And it was Sprite...not my usual Diet Coke, so yes it was sticky.

ps. After I spilled this...Aaron just yells out, "Can we please get some paper towels?...my three-year-old wife just spilled her drink!"

Move Over Britney

2009-03-19T09:12:00.000-07:00

The other day Aaron called me to complain about his iPod. Here's the thing...because my iPod was stolen (in other words, I left it at a hotel), I have taken over Aaron's iPod and I've added a lot of girly music to spice up our car rides. (Excuse the subliminal reference to the Spice Girls).

But as much as he complains...I know he enjoys it! Why won't guys just come clean about loving romantic comedies and a little bit of Britney Spears from time to time???

Anyways, now what Aaron does is he learns these songs and sings them wrong on purpose. He'll add weird words and he'll totally screw them up. At first it used to annoy me but now it's...well it's a part of us. Hahaha, but seriously...he loves Britney Spears' "Circus."

Aseeyahajamahajamadooooooo!

I'm Back!!!!!!!!

2009-03-11T15:14:00.001-07:00

After weeks and weeks of deliberation....(mostly lazynation)....I've decided to return to the blogging world! i am soooo excited, and this time I am going to do a better job to keep you updated and entertained.

So be excited, add me to your Google Reader list and get ready because some great blogging is coming your way!

Ughh....

2009-01-23T13:16:00.000-08:00

Ok my dear loyal readers (all 3 of you)...i know it's been forever since I've posted something! The future of this blog is very unclear. I might get back into it or just start a simple website that features some of my design work...(hello iWeb!)

But I just don't know.

Sorry for neglecting. I'm ashamed of myself.

And those of you...ahem ahem Linst, who said that they don't know what's going on with my life because i don't blog...how about a phone call??? :) I believe in the old fashioned, heart felt, non-cyber forms of communication...

Who am I kidding, just look at my facebook, i live on there.

She told me hoop earrings were "her" thing...

2008-11-10T11:22:00.000-08:00

Today is a special day! It's special because I am wearing hoop earrings. Something I haven't done since my early I-want-to-be-J.Lo-days. They look pretty. They are white gold and my parents gave them to me for Hanukah.

Kudos to you if you caught the reference...

I feel :))

2008-11-10T09:28:00.000-08:00

No...I'm not "EXTREMELY OMG HAPPY"—I meant that I feel FAT (hence the double-chinned emoticon). It's time that I rekindle the flame with Billy Blanks, the papá of Tae-Bo.

Billy, let's reignite the passion!!!! DOUBLE TIME, GO!!!

This'll give you nightmares for weeks...

2008-11-07T13:30:00.001-08:00

So a while ago, Aaron and I were sitting around snapping some pics. You see, we were trying to take those infamous "Shake Face" pics, but the first one turned out a little...well....freaky!!! I haven't used any of my Photoshop-magic on this picture...that's simply how it turned out! Ugh, it makes me sick.

Could Aaron be an alien? Nah......maybe?.....nah...................maybe?

Wisdom beyond her young years

2008-11-07T13:26:00.000-08:00

This year there was so much politcal-overload that even my 4-yr. old sister knew who was running to be president. I guess it was due to the endless politcal debates that took place in our once quaint and quiet home in St. Charles, IL. People definitely had strong opinions (ahem ahem, Raul...ahem ahem, Aaron).

I remember one night in particular when little Alison ran around the house like a mad-woman yelling "Rack-Obama, Rack-Obama, Rack-Obama!" while my overly-amused younger brother cheered her on.

It became quite the family tradition to sit at the dinner table and ask the toddler who she would vote for. There we were, a whole bunch of adults leaning in, anxious to hear what crazy thing would come out of her mouth...almost every time hilarity was sure to follow.

But the greatest incident was on election night. Alison turned to me with an angry little frown and said the following, "Mána, I like John McCain but he needs to have black hair!"

I'm sure if John didn't have hair as white as snow, he would've gotten a few more votes. Maybe.

Bridezilla Unveiled!

2008-11-07T13:22:00.000-08:00

The months leading up to my wedding were the craziest of my life. I was taking 18 credits (trying to graduate in time), planning a wedding and working like a maniac...not to mention getting ready to move. Anyways, everyone was telling me that I was going to explode if I kept going at a million mph...but I really had no choice.

I'm gonna go ahead and give myself a pat on the back for handling all that stress. Pat!

A few things happened surrounding the events of my wedding...things that would've driven any other bride over the edge...and they honestly didn't make me freak out. Things like:

1. On the way to my bridal photography session, my car broke down on the highway and I had to get out in the rain to see what was wrong...my poor hair.
2. The outfit I had purchased for the rehearsal dinner wasn't quite "temple appropriate" so right before leaving I had to pick something totally random, and not as cute of course.
3. On the way to the rehearsal dinner my 13-yr. old Camry completely broke down! We were 1/2 an hour late to our dinner (R.I.P. Cameron)
4. Right before the reception we realized that the iPod that had the song for our first dance, was nowhere to be found!

And so many more...but honestly, none of those things made me mad..(well maybe #4—a little).

But let me tell you what did cause my Mini-Bridal-Meltdown on that beautiful beautiful day...after the luncheon I changed back into my dress and got a ride to the reception site. When I arrived, I almost fainted because I had forgotten my PEARL EARRINGS, the same pearl earrings that Aaron had given me for Christmas, the ONLY pearl earrings that would everrrr match my dress!

Notice the sad "earingless" Brenda!?!? I'm trying to hide my anger because our photographer, Meredith, was so sweet and trying to tell me it was going to be ok...but those of you who know me well know that that's my about to blow up face! :)

About 20 minutes later someone arrived with the earrings and I calmed down and the near-water-works ceased. But it wasn't pretty in that Bride's Room. :)

A healthy dose of PDA!

2008-11-07T13:15:00.000-08:00

So I've been on this "Look-at-my-wedding-pictures" kick today...maybe its cus we've past the 6 months mark (YEAH I KNOW! 6 MONTHS!!!) Anyways, I found this picture that I hadn't really seen before and I hadn't posted on facebook so I wanted to share it here.

Plus I don't want to post it on facebook because then I'll get annoying, "Ewww," "get a room!" type of comments...I figured since the only people that read this blog are of the female species, that you would appreciate how cute this picture is.

So many things to say...

2008-11-06T08:17:00.001-08:00

but I'm so busy at work right now. It's driving me crazy, I wanna just write all day.

The Brothers Bloom

2008-10-17T09:20:00.000-07:00

Because of the work I've done for the Chicago Film Festival, I was given tickets to the premiere of The Brothers Bloom. It was pretty cool, although Aaron and I were a little under-dressed (tennis shoes...Aaron, not me, haha).

We loved the film. It was very different, very funny and had the best actors. I highly recommend this movie.

When she was on the "red carpet" we caught a glimpse of Rachel Weisz, ahem ahem...Academy Award Winner Rachel Weisz. And then at the after-party I was too afraid to talk to her, but Aaron claims that because he kept his cool, she walked right by him! :)

Ps. I will post stuff from the Chicago Film Festival campaign that I worked on soon! Stay tuned!

"I'm Brenda Janmohamed and I approve this design"

2008-10-16T09:01:00.000-07:00

First of all, this post is not Pro-Obama or anything...I'm leaving politics aside. I've never been a person who's felt strongly about politics. Although I must say, this year it is a little different, I've been watching the debates and reading the stories—but I still am pretty neutral. I leave all the political-ranting to my husband.

But I must not keep my mouth shut about this! I love Obama's design! The man hired some top notch designers for this. Good use of gradients (gradients aren't always the answer people), perfect shade of blue and nice font. And his logo, don't even get me started on his logo! Hahaha ok...i'll stop.

Hoppin' on the Twilight Bandwagon!

2008-10-16T08:44:00.000-07:00

I must say that in the beginning of the Twilight craze I was a little turned off by the book. All of my girl friends were ditching out on our "lay-out-by-the-pool" dates just so they could read this book! Several of them went into hybernation-mode (during the summertime mind you) just so they wouldn't have to put this book down.

Even when I flew to Peru that winter I saw a few women sippin' on some gin while reading, "Crepúsculo."

I just thought that it was some lame vampire love story. And that the women loved reading it so much because they wanted to read about things like—the vampire breathing on the girl's neck...cus it made them feel all "tingly" inside. :)

I now humble myself and retract those comments I made about Twilight and it's faithful readers. I have just obtained a copy for myself and will start to read it so I can be done in time for the release of the movie. YAY!

ps. What did you guys think of this book?

I'm part of the 1% of the population...

2008-10-10T11:13:00.000-07:00

...that doesn't like the show, "The Office." I'm sorry, I just don't think it's that funny. Aaron has tried to sit me down to watch it...but alas, the show has failed to suck me in to it's loyal fan base. Sorry guys.

Speaking of dislikes, I will also just go ahead and clear up the "Brenda doesn't like dogs" rumor. It's true—I strongly dislike them.

Please still be my friend.

P.U. for Public Transit!

2008-09-22T13:08:00.000-07:00

I have been taking the Metra Train to and from work every single day since the beginning of the summer and I have finally come to the conclusion that—the more people that are around, the less civilized people become.
I can't tell you how many people just let 'em go on the train. It's like they figure that the foul odor could be blamed on any of the other 40 people that are sitting there. Meanwhile, I sit there...trapped in that death capsule, with my wrists up to my nostrils trying to smell what's left of the Burberry perfume that I sprayed this morning, haha.

But now that we're on that subject—here's a great read friends!

This right here my friends...

2008-09-22T12:45:00.000-07:00

is what life is all about.
I can't help it, I'm obsessed. Help.

I can't watch Gossip Girl...

2008-09-22T12:03:00.001-07:00

Not only do I have no desire to...but it would just give me the heebie jeebies!

The reason: that Blake Lively girl is a freaking clone of my one and only Emily A. W. Kunz. Emily is my closest friend and after spending years by her side I simply cannot and will not watch her "clone" get all the press and media attention.

Seriously though, take a look for yourself.

Well...alright...I guess I will

2008-09-22T12:03:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to take a moment to thank the BYU Ad Lab. Or should I say, the "Advanced" Advertising Lab...yeah, no, I'm not calling it that. Honestly–there were times when I hated being there and how it consumed my life. But for the most part I loved it and the experience I got from working there. Also, I really enjoyed the people I worked with–well, once again...for the most part. Kidding, kidding. And yeah...the numerous all-expense paid trips to NY, DC and San Francisco didn't hurt either. ;)

Thank you, thank you Ad Lab and thank you Jaffe. Couldn't have done it without you.

Big-Hair Love

2008-09-22T10:14:00.000-07:00

I'm going to tell my kids that this is what their mommy and daddy looked like in High School.

Linsters Work Only with Brinsters

2008-09-22T09:40:00.000-07:00

The title pretty much sums up our friendship, but I will take some more time to try to explain how much Emily Anne Watson Kunz means to me! (whataname! almost as crazy as Brenda Graciela Cevallos Janmohamed)

It all began that late August in the quaint, yet buckwild "Club 1121." There I was, sitting there nervously awaiting the arrival of my new roommate; or as I liked to refer to her, the fatty with braids carrying her pet-pig. This may sound harsh, but what else was I supposed to think after I googled her town and learned that the population was down in the hundreds…gulp! Besides, ask her what she thought I was going to be like and you will be shocked.

Like Emily said in her post, we were both totally wrong about each other (except I do have a ghetto booty like you thought I would!...yeah right) and we became the best of friends immediately.

I am happy to say that the years spent living with Emily were some of the best years in my life. We grew together, laughed together, cried together…and occasionally we peed our pants a little from laughter together. :)

P.S. Pedicures weren't necessarily a big thing with us…but I can't believe how clean our room is here, so that's why I'm putting this picture up!

Quick Recap

2008-09-22T09:27:00.000-07:00

My last official post was in July—so I feel like I have a little explaining to do. Well, I finished up my 10 week internship at DDB and got a job offer as an Art Director. Next thing you know, Aaron and I are in a Penske truck saying our goodbyes to Music City (Nashville, for those of you who aren't down with the southern lingo.) Now we are here in Chicago.

I love my job and Aaron is also getting into Advertising. Look at us, just a couple of Ad Execs in love. Aw.

The best part about this is that I actually get to live with my husband! No more long distance! Yeah i know, so conventional.

And the award for worst blogger ever goes to....

2008-09-22T08:59:00.000-07:00

me. I know. I'll get going again.

Just what I needed...

2008-07-14T14:09:00.000-07:00

My Stupid Part-Time Job

2008-07-14T09:51:00.000-07:00

I cannot stop yawning today. It really has reached an unhealthy level. It's not that work here at DDB is boring, no no no. It's because on top of this full-time internship...I have a "part-time job" on the side. (Well, that's what Aaron calls it)

And you know what that 17:50 hrs per week job is? Well...it's commuting. Yep, good ole commuting. And believe me, it's not your average drive-an-hour-to-work-every-day commute. This one includes getting on a plane twice a week.

I took the liberty of breaking down the hours: (for my own amusement more than anything)

1. Metra Train that I take to and from
work every day...........................................13:20

2. Bus Ride to and from Metra station.................:50

3. Train to and from Midway Airport..................1:00

4. Flights to and from Nashville to see
Aaron. (Don't even get me started on
why I'm doing this one).................................2:40

GRAND TOTAL: 17:50 hrs a week

Ugh.

Yes...this was all in my purse

2008-06-19T23:16:00.000-07:00

As the long days go by, my fatty purse seems to accumulate all sorts of "liquid-type" items. And here you can see for yourself what the consequences are at airport security.

FYI: I made it past security with that thing and if you look closely there's a huge Sensual Amber Lotion strategically hidden amidst the teeny liquid items.

My dark and troubled past

2008-06-19T23:08:00.001-07:00

I guess its time for me to come out and just say tell you all. Now, only a select few know this about me. This secret that I've withheld in the depths of my soul for quite some time now. You see, most people would agree that I am a female who is into clothes and make up and such as (get the reference from the stupid Miss America girl?) Anyways, I wasn't always like this...there was a time when...a time when....A TIME WHEN I WORE JNCOs!!!!

There, I said it...judge me.

I recently tried on those pants and it reminded me of the good ole' days–simply had to take a picture.

Dem look like horses tails!

2008-06-19T19:50:00.000-07:00

After 21 years of never cutting my hair shorter than "long shoulder-length"–I finally did it. I guess you can say that I followed that whole "I'm-married-so-I'm-chopping-all-my-hair-off" trend. But mostly it was because I was moving to unpleasantly hot and humid Nashville and I just didn't want to spend over an hour and a half fixing my hair!!!

That morning I had just let my hair air-dry and so by the time I got there and she used a fatty boar brush to untangle it, my hair looked worse than Monica's in Barbados! The girl was funny though, she kept saying, "Are you nervous? Are you scared?" And after the 10th time I said, "Well, should I be?" Then she replied by saying that most people would be scared to cut off 10 inches of their hair.

That's when I thought back to all those stupid people on those make over shows that cry like babies when they get their hair cut. I was the opposite, I was so excited. Although, I must admit--that when she first cut it straight across (before styling it) I almost died because i looked like a mushroom.

But at the end of the day I loved the cut and the best part was that I had enough hair to donate to Locks of Love.

Gotta love cyber-love!

2008-06-02T22:04:00.000-07:00

I found this old screenshot I had taken a while back. It made me laugh....It's kinda small so I'll re-write what is says:

Add Relationship

"You are about to add Aaron Janmohamed as your Fiancé.

We will then notify Aaron Janmohamed, who will have to confirm that you are in a relationship.

(and then the button tops it off with...) Add Aaron Janmohamed as Your Fiancé

Oh goodness, the world we live in.

I am a DDBer

2008-06-02T21:45:00.000-07:00

I just started my internship as an Art Director at DDB Chicago. I'm teamed up with the marvelous Copywriter, Jeff Lew, who also graduated from BYU. (Hey, that rhymed, a lot).

So, for the first three weeks I will be working on the Wrigley account, more specifically--Big Red, Juicy Fruit and Doublemint. And then after that we'll see to what other accounts the wind may blow us.

I heart DDB.

The One Show

2008-06-02T20:48:00.000-07:00

As some of you may already know, I entered the One Show College Competition with my friend, Matt Miller (shout out to my homie), and well...we won a pencil! Now, if you're not in advertising then you probably have no idea what I'm talking about–then I'll put it this way:

the One Show is kinda like the Academy Awards of advertising.

Our client was Doritos and we entered the Innovative Marketing category--they awarded a Silver and a Bronze pencil, and as you can see we got the Bronze, along with $1,000. (cha-ching) FYI: Over 1,000 people worldwide submitted their work and only 13 pencils were awarded so we were still ecstatic.

Our big idea is that there is an Iconic Doritos Collection featuring some of the most iconic individuals from history. The campaign has 3 phases (which include all facets of media, from Non-Traditional, to Interactive, to Print):

Phase I: The Exhibit Begins

Phase II: OMG! The frickin' chips are gone!

Phase III: Find the chips and bring them to me

Here's a little sneak peak...and yes, that is in fact a Virgin Mary Dorito. (please don't take offense to this...)

Ok, ok...now if you wanna see the rest of our "Iconic Doritos Collection" campaign, then click on the following link that will take you to the official One Show website–

http://www.oneclub.org/os/osc/showcase/?year=2008&id=7291

04.25.08

2008-05-23T17:11:00.001-07:00

Yes, the rumors are true. I am married. And I have been for almost a month. As of April 25th, I have been the wife of Mr. Aaron Quinn Janmohamed.

Our wedding day was fabulous. It was a day full of joy, laughter and love certainly did fill the air. I'd like to thank all who attended, sent gifts, expressed kind words and especially to all the adults who felt it necessary to share their "sage wisdom" and "advice." :)

I will post more pictures after I gather them all. And yes, a beautiful website will be made for you to see the pictures from the rehearsal dinner, Temple, luncheon, reception and yes...maybe even some from the Honeymoon.

But for now, I invite you to enjoy a slideshow that was put together by our amazing photographer, Meredith Carlson–and let's not forget her sidekick/husband, Jake. They were a fantastic team and we enjoyed working with them. Thank you again Meredith!

www.merephoto.com/aaronbrendaslideshow

Only Jack Black...

2008-05-23T13:51:00.000-07:00

So I've seen this preview for Kung Fu Panda with Jack Black. The movie itself looks decent, but the preview makes me laugh every time! Well, more like the last 3 seconds of it––Skadush!!!

Here's the link to the video. Watch it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1uJ7OExp60

Nashville takes out the Super in Super Target!

2008-05-20T14:40:00.000-07:00

So ok...yeah, I just graduated, got married and moved out to Nashville, Tennessee for Aaron's job. And yes, there is so much to post about the wedding, honeymoon and about our little road-trip from Provo to Nashville in a huge fatty Penske truck. And yes...pictures are coming soon–but I just haven't had any time to post things because I've been too busy cleaning, organzing...well basically what I like to call: "Making my house a home!"

So far Nashville has been great...but there is one thing I do want to sa––there is NO Super Target in this whole city!!!!! Ahhhhhhhh!!!!

Ok there...i got it off my chest. Now cry for me, because what is a woman's life without her Super Target?

Radio Star

2008-05-20T14:13:00.000-07:00

A while ago I recorded this :30 second radio spot for the Library of Congress...I never really thought it would actually be produced...but here it is...hahahaha

I eh...supposed to be a...eh...eh....mejicana girl!

Enjoy.

But don make fon of me.

http://www.loc.gov/literacy/media/booklist/ryan_30.mp3

You throw like a girl!

2008-03-30T22:45:00.000-07:00

The other night I went to dinner with my uncle, brother and his girlfriend. It was a nice night; nice company, nice food. Things were good, until the chef started to throw the shrimp. This man had a lousy throw...I'm telling you--lousy!!! So first he attempts to throw it at my uncle, he misses and it goes way over his head. Next attempt--it hits him in the forehead...and then when you think the man would stop embarassing himself, he tries to throw it again...and this time it lands in my uncle's Coke.

I'm laughing like crazy of course, until the man looks at me with a "You're next" type look. Ugh. I decide to be a good sport and go along with it. So, he then proceeds to throw it at me, and where does the sea-creature go?

Yep, you guessed it....down my shirt.

You know, it wasn't embarrasing until the stranger at the other side of the table raised both his arms straight up and yelled SCORE! Do you know how disgusting it was to have that sauce-covered shrimp roll down me? Well, at least the little guy had a good ride.

Kids say the darnest things!

2008-03-30T22:34:00.001-07:00

So my dad told me this cute story about my little 4 year old sister, Alison, from their recent trip to Disneyland. He told me that she met all her favorite princesses and took pictures with all of them and was super excited about the whole experience. Then my dad watched her as she sat with Snow White...right before she had to get up and give the next little girl a turn, Alison whispered something into Snow White's ear. (I can just see her, she leans in close covers her mouth with her cute little fat and dimpled-knuckle hand...awwww) Immediately after she tells her the secret she gets up and walks away as if nothing. Anyways, my dad stayed behind to ask Snow White what it was that this little 4 year old munchkin had told her and she laughed and replied,

"She told me not to eat the apple!"

The Awful & Dreaded: "Freshman 15"

2008-02-12T15:52:00.000-08:00

All girls hear about it as soon as they get to college. We sit there in disbelief as we hear the horror stories of the inevitable gain weight that is to come. Like most other girls, I was scared but so sure that it wouldn't happen to me.

I still wanted to somehow motivate myself to be "good" and not pig out completely. So one night after a major vending machine raid with the girls in my hall--I sat down on my computer and desperately typed out a list of goals and guidelines that I needed to live by. (I did this so quickly that I didn't even bother changing the font from Arial...gasp!)

I found a picture I took of the list...

My favorite is #7: Remember that even though you will start to wear jackets and big sweaters, that is NO excuse to let yourself gain weight.

And FYI--I didn't follow any of those rules...especially #8--because I ended up gaining 25 lbs!

Girl Power

2008-02-12T14:30:00.001-08:00

Is it just me, or do the Spice Girls look a little peculiar...?

Just admit it...I'm a thug

2008-02-12T14:14:00.001-08:00

It is now time for me to come out and tell the world that I am a thug...yes, I'm afraid it's true. I've tried to keep this talent on the d.l. for quite some time now--but I just can't keep this talent from the people that I love. So now with pleasure I present to you, the lyrics of my debut rap song:

"Yo yo...my name is Brenda C,

but you can call me B!

I was born in Ecuador,

claro que si!

After 11 years of paperwork, lines and a lot of (BLEEP),

I finally got my Citizenzhip...ci-ci-citizenship!!!

(a couple seconds of pure bass and disk-scratching)

(chorus)

A few more things you need to know 'bout me,

I like to shop, eat chocolate and Typography...t-t-typography!

I guess it be da time to wrap dis up!

So all I'm gonna say is....WASSSSS UP??????"

(repeat chorus more 3 times)

Any questions???

Resisting the temptation that is: Over-Texting

2008-02-12T13:36:00.000-08:00

So it was one another one of those typical days. You know, the kind where you sit there and look at your bills and credit card statements and can't remember exactly when it was that you left the beautiful and carefree era of childhood.

To be more specific, i was looking at my phone bill and I thinking to myself, "hmmm $96.50 a month is a little too high for a phone bill." So in an attempt to be "responsible," I made the decision to get rid of the unlimited texting feature from my plan. A little feature that added $20 to my already monstrous bill.

I thought to myself, "psssshhhh, texting? I can handle myself, I'm not one of those text-crazed-teens who think that picking up the phone and calling people is a thing of the past." Boy, oh boy...was I wrong. It was now the 4th and I had already gone over my limit for the whole month!!!

My friends, texting has become a vital part of society--wether you're texting people at work about the upcoming meeting or texting the funniest F.R.I.E.N.D.S. quotes back and forth with your roommate...it just can't be avoided

To make an already long story short...I almost had a premature heart attack when I saw my phone bill today. In my mind I thought that they would charge me $20 - $40 max for going over...right??? WRONG! My bill was $213.64

In a state of shock I called AT&T and changed back to unlimited texting...the guy on the phone just laughed at me.

Have YOU tried Honey Bunches of Oats yet?

2008-02-03T15:42:00.000-08:00

As some of you know, I am really big into cereal--especially the one and only...Honey Bunches of Oats! Except there was a time when I thought that I hated the stupid cereal.

The only reason was their stupid tv commercials. Majoring in advertising and all, I am very critical of ads and commercials--so whenever this ad came on I would shudder with hatred...really. The one black lady factory worker with the thick glasses bugged me so bad. I couldn't stand the way she asked me if "I" had tried Honey Bunches of Oats yet. Ughhh....lay off me woman!

I just knew that if I gave in and tried it--I would see that stupid lady's face in every bite! So basically I promised myself that I would never eat the cereal, just so I could get the pleasure of responding with a big fat NO to the stupid lady's question!

Then the day came when I was forced to try it, I was visiting my aunt and that's the only kind of cereal she had. I hesitantly put the spoon in my mouth and guess what?

I TURNED INTO THE BLACK LADY!!!

My eyes got all big like hers and I started making annoying "yum" noises! Ever since then I've been obsessed and now I would like to pay tribute to the poor factory lady with the big eyes and thick glasses that I despised for so long...and tell her thank you. Thank you for all you do.

watch the stupid ad here:

http://www.kraftfoods.com/honeybunchesofoats/ads.html

Popping my blog's cherry

2008-02-03T15:35:00.000-08:00

Well, well, well...here I am writing my very first blog. (Please, please hold the applause until the end) I've been wanting to do this for some time now. I can't tell you how many times a day I sit there and think, "Psssst....this would be perfect for your blog!" And I always ignore those thoughts. But not anymore! That's right, I'm dedicated. I'm motivated. I'm a blogger baby! :)