Oh Snaps! A Peek at my February + March on Instagram {#15}

A Peek at February

"You can only celebrate being 30 a second time once" was the quote of the evening // Girls night at Jade Eatery + the majority of my fave chica's coincidentally were rockin' cobalt blue // Four words Red Velvet + Martha's Country Bakery // Bubbly and trashy reality TV to end the night.

Superbowl Sunday was my actual birthday which was celebrated with delish cake from Eataly // Qt time with myself meant a bubble bath and a DIY mani {attempts to stop biting my nails}// CJ thought it would be funny to spook the mess out of me by planting a spider with my polish.

Another snowy commute to work // "Life is but a Dream" spotted on 42nd street // Tristan was so excited about big boy underwear he needed to wear three pairs at once // Abnormally warm day meant a few minutes in the park with my mini me // Happy Valentines Day to my forever young mommy.

Clouds that looked like cotton candy floating by our window // CJ was extremely excited the night before his first swim class // Monsters look their sweetest when they are knocked out // Surprise flowers from The Hubby.

My first visit to The Metropolitan Museum of Art with my 1st graders// Loved this woman's subway swag and the robocop-esque shades// Field trip to the Fire Museum// Just me, my Thick and Fluffy Eggos and  a Gossip Girl marathon {a house to myself}.

Celebrating our Uncle Dave's birthday, he left us on 12/12/12 and he will be forever missed

A Peek at March

Kept dinner light and healthy with tomatoes, avocado and fresh mozzarella.

Let the Spring break fun begin! A trip to the Central Park Zoo left my monster feeling like he was on display while this silly bird kept following him around // Free Kiddie Rock at the New York Public Library // A stop at F.A.O Schwarz always includes playing with Muppets.

                             
                              Oh 5th avenue, how I love your enticing windows {Bergdorf Goodman}.

`The boys were so excited to meet up with daddy after he got off work.  

"The Man, The Legend, My Tristan" was amazed by all the huge sculptures and pyramids on our first family visit to The Met. 

Happy Easter from the monsters! All set and ready to roam the city.

Follow that bird! By the time we caught up to Big Bird in Central Park, Tristan wasn't too sure he wanted to be that close to the yellow feathered giant who happened to have a Brazilian accent and music blaring from his plumage. 

Duck watching by our favorite bridge in the park.

Another Spring Break First was walking through the Easter Parade on 5th avenue + spying all the the creative decor at Rockefeller Center.

CJ got to try out being a dragon in the midst of the parade. We've decided to keep a list of all things that he's done before age 10 that we have just done or yet to do at age 30.

Signs of Spring have finally sprung in NYC with blooming Daffodils in Madison Sq. Park , hopefully it lasts.

I guess sometimes I live by my motto of "enjoying life & living in the moment" so closely that It's hard for me to catch up on blog posts. I always love giving you guys a peek into what my life with the monsters and The Hubby is really like here in NYC from the days we play tourists to the ones were it's just us in our cozy, tiny Kew Gardens apt. With warm weather days on the horizon and the start of wedding season I can't wait to continue sharing. Hope you enjoyed the peek at our last two months! Please feel free to follow me on Instagram @dellahsjubilation

Bunches of Xoxo's,

                            Dellah

Happy Weekend! Let's LINK Up

Let the vacation begin! I am so excited to shake off all the day to day work stress and to officially be on Spring break because in theory that means we finally get to venture outdoors, if mother nature cooperates. I just opened a fortune cookie that read "Your life becomes more and more of an adventure" so I'm taking that as a good sign from our fave Chinese take out spot Sweet Gardens, because I always get the best fortunes from them. What's on your agenda this weekend? I'm hoping it's warm enough to take the boys Easter egg hunting at The Carl Schurz Park or to see a musical performance from Gustafer Yellowgold {both events are free}.

 I hope you plan to let go of whatever may be stopping you from living in the moment and for starters here's a few lovely distractions from around the web:


NYC subway line inspired Easter eggs.

Awesome Quentin Tarantino book covers {spotted on exPress-O}.

DIY pinata invitation.


How to make a baby {It's not what you think}

Bring your child's favorite book to life {I have to find this book, I can't believe I've never heard of it}.


If colored wedding dresses are more your style.

How to look fabulous mixing florals and stripes. Try out the look with this blazer and this skirt.

Rockin' Robin


Thanks for LINKing up with me,

Bunches of Xoxo's
                            Dellah

Pining Over Pinterest: Channeling Warmer days with Color

I'm trying to look past the frigid temperatures by reminding myself that the boys and I are officially on Spring break despite still needing to adorn a hat and gloves.It seems like over the past week my eyes have been drawn to vibrant pops of color that make me instantly happy when I look at them. 

1. Sprite and gummi bears   // 2. mix & match maids // 3.  Rainbow heart nail tutorial // 4.   Citrus sorbet  // 5.  A colorful tablescape

A stunning bouquet filled with texture and fun colors.

Subtle splashes of Pantone color in the kitchen.

Rainbow angel food cake that's too cute to cut.

I have yet to jump on the washi tape bandwagon but I'm severely jealous of all the fab, DIYs I've seen online.

Sprinkles covered Easter egg DIY.

Lela Rose

To eat or not to eat this beautiful salad? 

Just a reminder to let the sunshine in!

I freakin' love how much these graphic pillows remind me of sunset strolls on the beach.

I hope these Pinterest faves of mine help take your mind off the cold {unless you already live some wear warm} & brighten your day!

Bunches of Xoxo's

                             Dellah

Elated with Etsy: Recreate a Pastel + Metallic Dessert Table

Lovely pastel and metallic details 

Plus

One of these festive garlands/bunting 

and you've recreated this fabulous dessert table  

Oh and don't forget the sweets........

While perusing through Pinterest I spotted the above pastel and metallic dessert table on elizabeth anne designs  which inspired today's post.With Spring's arrival tomorrow and Easter right around the corner I thought it would be fun to recreate this chic and colorful table decor with some similar Etsy finds.

Etsy finds: vintage floral cake bunting // pastel succelant planters // vintage teacup + saucer // metallic gold cake stand // Champagne tassel garland // spring fabric bunting // French macarons

Fashion Frenzy: Duro Olowu for JCPenney

Most of my friends and fam know that I am not a fashionista by any means and that my hubby is my stylist. I do most of my shopping online at Old Navy because I usually have the monsters in tow and trying on clothes with two kids under 10 doesn't make for a great fashion show, it's more like a mommy meltdown waiting to happen. If I have the chance to sneak a few minutes for myself before my commute home from the Upper west side to Queens I hit the usual stores like H&M or Forever21. With wedding season and warmer weather approaching I've been flipping through my stacks of  magazines for inspiration, which was when I spotted designer  Duro Olowu and his new Jcpenney line that hit stores this month. I just had to share it with all of you!

This Nigerian born, London based designer has created an affordable line that screams everything I love: Bold prints + lots of Vibrant colors! I'm sure if his designs are good enough for first lady Michelle Obama to rock during interviews with Oprah and during press conferences then the rest of us will standout in a crowd & look just as chic at our upcoming events. Here's a few of my favorite looks from the new line and checkout JCP's site for more fabulous pieces!

What do you think of JcPenney's new trendier lines for apparel,  accessories and housewares? Do you have any fave's from the statement making pieces of the Duro Olowu line for JCP? Mine is the vintage- metallic one featured just below.

and in case you were wondering how our Flotus rocks her Duro Olowu designer pieces, take a look

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* lookbook images spotted on:thebudgetbabe.com courtesy of Jcpenney 

Happy Weekend! Let's LINK Up

Happy  Friday and National Women's day! Let us celebrate women and the journey we've had through history, especially when you think of what our mothers, grandmothers and great- grandmas have persevered through to lay the foundation for where many of us are today. I am fortunate to have amazing supportive female family and friends who guide me through life's obstacles, keep me driven and focused and remind me to take time for myself. What are you guys up to this weekend? I wish we could just float far away from all this snowy NYC weather to somewhere warm. I get to spend some much needed alone time with my 29 mos. old monster Tristan Riley while his big brother spends some qt time with his grandparents. With wedding season in full effect, I'll also be assisting my boss lady and long time friend Fouzia of  My Bridal Budget during meetings with clients & shopping for reception venues. I can't wait to check out Williamsburg restaurant My Moon in Brooklyn, it's really eclectic and has a beautiful outdoor space.The Hubby and I may have to go on a date night excursion{because travelin' from Kew Gardens to Williamsburg is just that} for great food and ambiance!

If you have a moment and need to drift away, here are a few lovely distractions:

How can you not be happy with these oxfords on your feet?

I bet this soup tastes as good as it looks.

The perfect play-area for your tots at the airport {spotted on A Cup of Jo}.

Color your space with Canary & Fuschia.

Say your I do's on the High Line in NYC and take this quiz to see what celebrity you'd most likely marry.

Cherry patterns, polka-dots and that iconic white dress will have you coveting the new Marilyn Monroe inspired line at Macy's.

A 60's mod Photobooth DIY that's vibrant & fun.

What boy didn't drool over Topanga from the T.V show Boy meets world [my husband included}? Well she's got a new spin-off show and looks fabulous!

Undisputed, NYC is the best city to raise kids and yes I am biased!

How to decipher if you are a horrible tweeter. If you have doubts you probably are!

Add splashes of color to your kitchen design.

Live in the NYC area  and looking for fun events that allow you to meet adventurous, driven, intelligent, beautiful women like yourself? Check out Urban Girl Squad, and She Dares.

Thanks for LINKing Up, I hope you live in the moment and enjoy the weekend!

Bunches of Xoxo's
                            Dellah

Image spotted:  on Pinterest

Matchmaking Underground with the Love Conductor

 I've always found that riding the subway is the perfect way for me to catch up on my latest magazine reads and when I remember to bring it, I tune out to some music on the Ipod or even better I enjoy a light snooze before returning home to the boys.  A NYC  subway ride is also a great way to people watch and scope out all the good -looking, quirky people standing on the same platform as you or sitting across from you trying not to make obvious eye contact while stuck in a tunnel waiting for that annoying train congestion to pass. Well rather than pretending to be playing Temple Run 2 on your phone when that sexy looking guy or gal catches you starring their way, why not muster up the courage to chat them up? Yea right! the farthest many of you probably get is to give them a polite, yet awkward smirk and then go back to acting like you aren't curious about getting to know them better above ground.

That's where Erika Christensen who runs Train Spottings comes in {I read about her while flipping through my Time Out NY on the E train}, she's the matchmaker of the NYC Subway lines and hooks up single ladies and gents who she thinks may be a good fit for each other. Basically she sets you up on a completely blind date {no photo's, no profiles} with some other creative, fabulous New Yorker. On her site you can even post a description { Red-Beats wearing, bearded fella, curly hair with lots of swag sporting a checkered backpack and got off at 42nd street Bryant Park} about that person you were ogling over, but chickened out of approaching or even better they are signed up to the site too and a kismet hook-up can be made! I really love her belief that the Subway advice {those phrases that are broken up & barely heard through the speakers from the conductors} can be applied to our love lives and bring complete strangers together! Check out the site for advice on: Standing clear of closing doors, Minding the gap, If you see something say something and Improving Non-stop!

So what do you think, would you be willing to give the Love Conductor a try to help you find love, or at least a fun opportunity to connect with another great New Yorker like yourself? 

Image via: Train Spotting site