A Movie Out in the Open

So hubby and I can't really go anywhere at this point in my pregnancy. I mean, I'll be 40 weeks tomorrow! LOL so we decided to take it one day at a time and look for nice little things to do around the city. One of the things we found was Eat.See.Hear. Basically they bring movies out to open aired spaces along with food trucks, a DJ, and a band. Tickets are only $10 (pre-sale), so not a big dent in the pocket.

We decided to go check out "Fight Club" which was being held at the Los Angeles Historic Park. Since it was our very first time, we showed up early to get a good spot. We packed the car with blankets and took some fruit and home made salads to eat while there.

His and Hers Salads some fruit and water :)

It truly was such a good time. I guess nothing beats being out in the open and hanging out with someone you truly care about. Although there would be food trucks there, I wasn't really expecting to get anything, but after smelling some real good hotdogs, I said whatevers and went for it. To my surprise though... the wait was much too long. I guess I wasn't the only one craving hot dogs! LOL. So sadly I didn't get to eat one because the movie started and I didn't want to miss it.

I forgot to mention we ended up getting some Cuban sandwiches, but although good were overpriced.

Truth is, I had never seen "Fight Club." I don't know why!?! LOL... but I ended up really liking it and was shocked to find out that he imagined Brad Pitt's character all along! Cray Cray! LOL.

Here's baby Alejandro aka The Bump waiting for the movie to start :)

The night was chilly, but overall perfect. Just gotta invest in buying some low beach chairs to be more comfy, but other than that it's all good.

Fight Club under the starz with DTLA as the background

Any who, if you're interested in checking out one of their summer screenings check out eatseehear.com

Enjoy!

Sunny Days

Lately the weather here in Los Angeles has been a little muggy... definitely see the "june gloom." But yesterday, to our surprise, was a nice sunny day... so sunny and warm out that we were able to head out to the beach. Not necessarily to swim, but to walk the Santa Monica Pier. It was amazing. Perfect. and just plain one of my most favorite outings since I've been pregnant. The weather wasn't uncomfortable at all.

Hubby and I just strolled the pier, took lots of pictures, enjoyed the breeze, and people watched. I could tell even the baby loved it because he was nice and calm throughout the entire time. Definitely good times. :)

View of Santa Monica Beach from the Pier

The Pacific Ferris on the Pier aka Pacific Park

Not a good selfie, but had to include a 39 week shot

My hubby overlooking the ocean

The three of us

The chubster on the Pier...lol

Date Time

Had such a good time today. We got to go to the movies and check out the new Fast and the Furious movie. 

I totally loved it!  It was action packed from the get go and it had enough mushy parts to fill my pregnancy hormone filled heart. LOL

So of you get a chance, check it out!

Titanic 3D

was amazing! I had forgotten how much I enjoyed romantic tragedies. It was simply amazing. Between me and you I could care less about the 3D experience, but the overall story is what gets me every time. In the end I cried like a baby. I don't mean shed a tear or two... I mean I sobbed and had trouble catching my breath. I really shouldn't be allowed to see this ever again. lol

The Arboretum

I had the most amazing day with my hubby at the Arboretum today. It is such a beautiful and peaceful place. I think it took us a good 3 hours to go around the place. There was just so much to see and discover. The place was blooming with color and the sounds of nature. There were even peacocks walking around showing off their beautiful tails. I really wish I had discovered this place earlier. It is a dream! A perfect place for wedding pictures indeed! If I lived closer I'd come here for my daily walk. I took so many pictures, but these are my favorites. 

Well, all in all it was awesome! Glad I bought the family membership through Groupon. I think it was $38 or $39 for the year; including many other arboretums and botanical gardens in CA and the US. And after going today I feel it is a total bargain. Yay for great deals!

Oh, before I forget here's their address: 301 N. Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007

Contraband

Hubby and I got some movie tickets this past Christmas. We decided to use them once we heard of a good movie that got our attention. Well, we heard of "Contraband" with Mark Whalbergh aka Marky Mark and we had to check it out. We are big action movie buffs.

Any who, the movie did not let down. I loved the storyline. I loved every action scene. I also loved seeing a latino actor in it (Diego Luna). Diego's role was of a crazy drug lord. I of course loved Mark Whalbergh in it. The man doesn't age and continues to be sexy as ever... lol.

The movie really didn't disappoint. Loved it! So if you're into action movies or into Marky Mark you have to check it out... you'll have a good 'ol time :)

Saying Thanks to our Virgencita

December 12th is La Virgen de Guadalupe's birthday. The hubby and I always make a date to go to the Placita Olvera here in Los Angeles to say "Happy Birthday" as well as thank her for watching over us.

This year was even more meaningful to us as we truly feel we've been blessed with a miracle. After 9 years of trying to have a baby... we just found out that in a few months a miracle baby will join our family. We're no longer going to be a couple. We're a family.

So we took the train to the Placita Olvera and made our way to the church.

And there she was in all her glory. We weren't the only ones there. The church was full of people wanted to give her thanks. Both my hubby and I got on our knees and thanked her for this blessing. I thanked her for giving me 2011. It has been an amazing year. I know 2012 will only bring me many more blessings. It was a truly spiritually moving experience for me. I couldn't contain my tears of joy. I was overwhelmed with it all.

After praying Manuel and I had a seat and remained inside the church quietly. I told him I was so happy. Of course he knew that and held me tight.

Overall, it was a beautiful day and experience. Here are some pictures of our day.

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Saw the movie last night with my hubby and ohmyGoodness I loved it! It had both drama and action, which are two of my favorite genres. I thought the storyline and acting was on key. Definitely check it out!!!!

...Ayer...

Manuel and I had a great day yesterday. I went to pick him up from work then we passed by McD's for some breakfast and rolled on into bed. We woke up around noonish and got ready to head on out. We decided to go to Universal Studios (again) to see King Kong 3D, but first we stopped at Saddle Ranch for some lunch. Omagoodness that CA Wrap was delicious! Yummy! We got on The Simpson's ride, saw Waterworld, took the Studio Tour which led us to King Kong 3D! Let me tell ya it was AWESOME! I loved it! We continued hanging out at the park until they closed then we headed on to the movie theater on City Walk. We saw Grown Ups. It was a funny flick. I'll probably rent it out once it's on DVD. Ahh, it was nice =) Any who, don't know what today will bring, but I hope it's at least half as nice as yesterday =)

Goint to the Movies. . .

is one of my hubby and I favorite things to do. It's just relaxing to sit there infront of a huge screen and chill. Today we saw "Date Night" with Steve Carell and Tina Fey. OMG people it's hillarious. I personally love them both and believe they make an excellent on screen couple! I loved it!



Of course after going to the movies we had to run a gazillion errands (most of which pertained to my brother) but overall it was a good day. I needed that after this week. Specially since yesterday I worked 12 hours of overtime. LOL.

Any who, here's to a great week!

Sandrah