HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
Warning- this is going to be filled with clichés and sappiness. As I approach another year around the sun I want to acknowledge all of my blessings. I’m so fortunate to have my health, great family and so many amazing friends, colleagues and real estate clients.
Growing up I had the best parents, sisters, cousins and family friends you can think of. Now as I welcome this new age, I can’t help but be overwhelmed with joy at the little girl and husband I wake up to everyday. I’m fortunate to have a strong support system/village at home here in New York City (and beyond.)
The same way I can depend without fail on my family, I have three fabulous ladies in my Manhattan real estate office aiding me in a real estate career that I live and breathe for. Some people search their whole life to gain these things, and I'm lucky enough to have it.
Every time I blow out a candle I wish for more of the same, good health and happiness and the act reminds me to be grateful for everything I already have. However, a new pair of Louboutins or a Chanel bag never hurt anybody.
So I can say without hesitation, this year is going to be better than the last.
MIAMI
Every January my family and I travel to Miami for a little getaway. It’s just before the market picks up and after the holiday craziness. Although for most it may seem slow, work never stops in the life of a real estate broker; thankfully I have a fantastic team holding down the fort in NYC. Once my husband and I get through the serious task of taking my toddler on a 3 hour plane ride, we spend our days by the pool and visiting my amazing in-laws.
Not only is it so important that we get to spend time with our Florida family, but it’s also imperative that I get this time off. My 2020 mindset is work smarter, not harder. Getting a vacation to relax and reset is a major part of this. I know it sounds crazy to say anyone “needs” a luxury vacation on the beaches of Miami, but it undeniably gives me the break I need to be more productive.
After a week of waking up to the sounds of the ocean, and watching my baby’s skin get a few shades tanner, I came back more motivated and ready to work than I had been before.
SUPERBOWL
Let’s talk about the most watched American television broadcast of the year. Super Bowl LIV was held at The Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. With the roaring price per ticket this year ranging from $4,200 to $60,000 and just 30 seconds of ad time on Fox costing $5.6 million.
Multi-platinum singer and songwriter Demi Lovato starting the game off with our national anthem and KILLED her performance. Jay Z actually called Scooter Braun who is Lavato's manager and told him to have her sing the National Anthem.
It wouldn't be right for me to talk about Super Bowl LIV without talking about the stunning & amazing performance by Jennifer Lopez and Shakira! The duo actually didn't get paid for this performance, but their roughly 15- minute set is still paying off.
The “two little Latin girls” — as J-Lo dubbed the duo in an Instagram post just hours before their showstopping performance performed a bilingual medley of 14 of their greatest hits during Sunday night’s game, which saw the Kansas City Chiefs rally to beat the San Francisco 49ers in Miami.
And with viral moments such as Shakira’s meme-orable tongue flicking, J-Lo showing off her “Hustlers” moves while pole-dancing in a sparkling body suit, as well as the nods to the border crisis by showing kids in cages, viewers were still talking about #HalftimeShow2020 and its set list on Twitter and searching for the performances on Google well into Monday afternoon.
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