Happy hump day everyone! I’m SO excited that today’s the day; We’re off to paradise (well, one of my places in the world!) in a few hours! I just wanted to toss up a quick post before I lay down to try and get a few hours of sleep before we head out (aiming to be on the road by 8, 9 at the very latest!).

As always, I’ll be updating Twitter, TweetPhoto, and flickr with pictures, videos, and updates constantly! I may even do a video blog from the hotel! We’ll see..! That’d definitely be something fun and different!

Also, I want to wish EVERYONE at dance who’s competing at this year’s Holiday Dance Classic the BEST of LUCK! I love you all; I’ll be there in spirit cheerin’ everyone on! Special love to Tamar, Martin, Lupe, Tony, Monica, Jen, Tara, and Carrie. I know not all  of you are competing but your kids and students will be in my thoughts and cheers, too! Everyone will be amazing and I can’t wait to see the ‘Top Studio‘ trophy high up on a shelf for all to see in our house!

YES! The holiday season is here and that means it’s time for my yearly vacation to Disneyland with Mama! I’m beyond excited — our Christmas Vacation has been a tradition for YEARS and it’s always nothing short of amazing. We’re switching things up just a bit this year. Instead of staying at the Disneyland Hotel or the Grand Californian, we’re staying in either Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, or Irvine, because…we also want to hit the beach! Haha. The beach in DECEMBER?! Hell yes! Barely any tourists and the weather is still amazing.

We’re leaving early on Dec. 9th and heading home on the 12th. Perfect length. I love getting away but I can’t stay away from my babies (my cats) for very long, haha. I just miss ‘em way too much!

Another great part about vacation? SHOPPING! And I’ll be seeing one of my very best friends, Mel (from undi3s.org, remember?!). Can’t wait to see her; It’s been way too long!

What does everyone else have planned for the holidays? Any trips or vacations planned or just staying home? Do tell!

I’m home! …Okay, so I’ve been home for over a month but I’ve just been really busy and a lot of stuff has been going on!

I’ll blog and go into details about the trip but first I just want to update about what’s been going on recently! I actually started dancing again — ballroom! I totally got sucked into Dancing with the Stars this season because Shawn Johnson was going to be on and I absolutely adore her. I got inspired by her, it looked fun, a new hobby never hurts, and I have my second private/1-on-1 lesson later today! My first one was on Saturday and Lupe’ (my teacher) said I did amazing for someone who’s never done this style of dance before. It was a half-hour session and half-way through we were already working on LIFTS! I couldn’t believe it. I took to the basics pretty quickly. We did Salsa and Cha Cha and it was funner than I could have ever imagined! I’m bringing my cam with me today so hopefully I’ll get some good videos of us dancing. I LOVE the studio I’m at, too. The guy who owns it actually trained Cheryl Burke when she first started out, so I know I’m in the best place in the city. Corky Ballas and Mark Ballas are supposed to be dropping by either this week or next week, so I can not WAIT to meet them! I’m SO, so glad Shawn & Mark won this season. They completely deserved it and were so original and entertaining in every single dance they did. And I’ll admit — I got completely teary-eyed when it was announced that she won.

Ahh crap, It’s almost 1 here. So much for keeping track of time. I gotta go get ready but I’ll finish updating this post later when I get home. Hope everyone had a great weekend and don’t forget to thank all of our men and women in uniform who’ve served our country — past and present! Happy Memorial Day!

Hey guys! I gotta make this post quick because I’ve gotta get on the road and try to beat the traffic. So here’s the deal (or just check the post below, hah) — I’m heading down to Cali (LA) today, probably going to do some shopping on Robertson & Rodeo, relax@ the pool by the hotel (which is amazing), and hopefully meet up with some friends down there!

Then tomorrow is the HEROES for Autism cocktail party & auction event! I’m so insanely excited..! As always, I’ll be updating Flickr and twitter with tons of photos and updates, so be sure to check those out if you wanna keep up and ‘travel with me’!

I’ll be back next week with a TON of photos and lord knows, some great stories. Everyone have a fantastic weekend!  Love ya!

So…this time next week I’ll be in LA!

I decided that I need want a vacation, so I just bought a last-minute VIP ticket to the amazing HEROES for Autism event, and will be spending next weekend in Cali! I’m so excited. Not just for the party and to have the opportunity to go, attend, and support a great cause with great people…but also to get outta town for a weekend. And of all ways to spend it, what could be better?!

I’m hoping my darling Mia will be there. I’d love to see her and get the chance to meet her! She’s one of my favorite tweeters and I adore her.

I have no clue who else I know who’s going sans some awesome people from the HEROES cast & crew on twitter, but if you are, do tell!

If you’re not going but would like to help out and support the cause, be sure to visit AutismSpeaks.org. Donate, spread the word, and show your support!

Needless to say when I get back, photo MANIA! I’m sure I’ll post before I go though..!