Tomorrow is the big holiday that we have all spent weeks (some people even spent months) preparing for. Now that the holiday presents are purchased and wrapped, the meal ingredients are ready for prep, and the stockings are filled with treats for our pets, Jerome and I just wanted to take a moment and wish all of our loved ones a very Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! We hope your holiday is filled with love, laughter and joy.
...And Company held their annual holiday bash a few weeks ago at the club Social Hollywood, up in Hollywood. It was a great venue with several rooms, pool tables, dancing and a bar stocked with plenty of strong (and I mean strong) drinks. As usual, Jerome was the life of the dance floor. We stayed up there at the Renaissance Hotel at Hollywood and Highland, which I must say was average. I have definitely stayed in better places, but it was a mere 5 minute cab ride to the venue, so that made it very worth the $230. Here are a couple pics to recap the night.
I know I have been neglecting the blog. I'm sorry, but life has been super busy, and unfortunately for the blog's sake, sleep has won over sitting in front of the computer. Not to mention the fact that have been battling a sinus/ear infection, amongst other things. The Christmas cards are finally mailed, so I thought the next best thing to do would be to update the blog. Here it goes-
Jerome's Halloween costume this year was Ash Ketchum, of Pokemon fame. This was a throw back to our niece Victoria and I, and our love of the Poke! If only we could have found Lola the costume, she would have made the most perfect Pikachu!
If you know me, you know how much I love politics. You know that I pride myself in being an informed citizen and I that I have been following this presidential election since it began 20 months ago. I'm not one to rant and rave about my views and beliefs, but I just wanted to share my feelings on this election. I love voting day, and feel it is so important to make a big deal out of the process. As Americans, voting is both our right and responsibility. I have voted in every election since I turned 18, and although previous elections got me riled up, nothing made me feel like this time around. As I dutifully cast my ballot, I found myself tearing up. Not from sadness, but out of gratefulness to the fact that I as a single person, have the opportunity to take part in such a historic event. This election brought upon such feelings of hope for our country. As a teacher, I feel like this election brings a chance for my students to make it out there in this scary place we call reality. I have watched our economy and world relations go down the toilet over the past 8 years, and I was eager to cast my ballot for some change. Later that evening, when it was announced that Barack Obama was to be our 44th president, I found myself weeping again. Obama brings so much hope into my heart and the hearts of millions of others. Just listening to him speak makes me feel like anything is possible in our world. He is proof that change is happening, and it's about damn time! This change goes far beyond political regimes and government policies. It is so much deeper than that! Barack Obama is proof that you can do anything if you put your mind to it. At one time in our nation's history, African Americans couldn't even drink from the same water fountains as other Americans, and today, we as a people have elected an African American as president. What an amazing country we live in! Finally, progress is being made. I feel that this hits home for me because many of my students are minorities. I spend the day motivating my students, encouraging them to follow their dreams and take on the world. Students have often expressed there dreams of being president one day, and at times I found myself questioning the reality of such possibilities. Barack Obama has given me the hope I need to push these students further and know that they CAN do anything, no matter what their background! He has renewed my faith in the American spirit, and I am proud to say that I took part in such a historic event. Thank you Barack, Thank you!
Wedding season has officially ended for the Boroff's (or at least until the next one we are going to in December). As many of you know, it seems Jerome and I are always going to weddings. Who knew one could know so many people looking to tie the knot? The funny thing is: this is not a new trend. Jerome and I have had this situation for years. Our friend Aimee use to joke that we were on some wedding invitation database where people just automatically invited us. Lucky for me, I love weddings. Even though we have been married for over four years now, I still get all giddy at the thought of a wedding. I love the splendor of it. The gowns, the tuxedos, the decor, the cake, the ambiance, the champagne. I just can't get enough!
It's official! Mr. and Mrs. Fiori!
I thought I'd brighten your day with some love from Louis and Lola. The smiles are completely gratuitous!
Last week I had the PLEASURE of going to the New Kids on the Block concert at Staples center with my crazy fun friends Vanessa, George and Jenneane. I had been waiting a mere 20 years to see them on a live stage (as close as I ever got was the VHS concert videos and TV specials).I have to say, the concert was f-ing amazing, and so as a nod to my favorite NKOTB song, I have broken down my recap of the night into 5 steps.
Till my childhood dreams come true and I see NKOTB at Staples with Vanessa, George, and Jenneane! I can't wait to hear them sing Step by Step! Oooohhhh Baby!
Last night I posted that Jerome and I will be staying at the Big Sur Lodge this weekend. Upon further discussion with Jerome, he informed me that he wanted to book the lodge, but they were full, and we are actually staying at the Treebones Resort. Why is this funny, you ask? Well, besides the fact that I think Jerome was asleep when he made the rezzy...the Treebones is actually "luxury" camping, not a hotel. We are staying in a Yurt, which is a permanent tent. There are communal bathrooms, no TV or phones, a noise curfew, and all dining is a good 45 minute drive (the website actually suggests you bring a cooler of food). This is totally not what we had planned! Yes, we love to camp, and the views are supposed to be spectacular. But, I have this thing about public restrooms...and did I mention public showers? Even more shocking, this place is actually 35 minutes from Big Sur, so we are not even staying in the area we thought we were! Our plan is to bring plenty of wine, books and the Ipod doc. We actually thought of canceling and heading to Santa Barbara instead, but you have to pay ahead and they have a "no cancellation" policy. We leave Friday night after I get off work, so I will post about our experience next week. I have done some research on Yelp, and the place has gotten great reviews, although it may be boring, so I am somewhat excited for the new adventure. Knowing Jerome and I, we will have plenty of laughs and antics to share! Until then, wish us luck!
I know, it has been ages since posting a blog! Life has been taking us by storm, and since school has started, I have barely had a free minute to write anything unless it involved grading papers for my students. I am going to try to utilize this post as a quick update/rundown of what's happening in Boroff-land.
Okay, two new obsessions. First, The Rachel Zoe Project on Bravo. D-I-E (if you watch the show, you know what this means...it is now my new "catch phrase)! I think I have found my new favorite show...I mean, hello, amazing clothes, shoes, accessories, celebrities....could there be anything better?
