ADRI'S WORLD

Here and Now

One of the most important things in life is to be present. Why? Because when we are mostly thinking about the past or future we are missing out on "life" itself.

A lot of us carry a backpack filled with our past, and we don't realize that it's an unnecessary load. There is really nothing we can do about what has already happened. Others, on the other hand, are living life as a rehearsal with great expectations for the future because it will be better or stressed out about events that haven't even happened. 

Being fully aware of your surroundings, focused on what you're doing at the moment is key to being present. When you're eating, eat. When you're listening to someone, listen.

I once read this that explains the present moment:

Where are you? Here.

Who are you? Now. 

What are you? This moment.

As Eckhart Tolle has said: "Nothing has happened in the past; it happened in the Now. Nothing will ever happen in the future; it will happen in the Now.” 

You have no power over the past or the future. Your power is in the now. 

 

Have a great weekend and remember—this moment is your life!

 

image source: popstudios

Natural, Fabulous Life. Hemp Seeds.

Have you heard of Hemp Seeds? I hadn't until recently when my sister introduced me to them. After finding out about all the health benefits they are now a part of my every day.

Hemp seed comes from the Cannabis sativa plant, which is a cousin of the drug plant. It does not contain the drug ingredient tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). So no don't worry, this is not a drug (yes, I'm sure), however the hemp plant cannot be grown in the US so most of it is imported from Canada. You can usually purchase it anywhere where health food is sold. I buy it at Whole Foods Market here in NYC.

Some of the nutrients they contain when eaten raw are: all essential amino acids, magnesium, iron, zinc, calcium, potassium, antioxidants, high amounts of fatty acids, fiber, vitamin E and high amounts of protein. Wow, right? It's like a super food.

Hemp seeds look like tiny sesame seeds and taste like nuts, a bit like pistachios or pine nuts. They can be eaten raw or used in baking. I like to sprinkle them on fruit or yogurt. They can also be added to salads, pasta, ice cream or smoothies.

Let me know if you try them and what you think. I'll leave you now so I can have that delicious fig and date greek yogurt with strawberries and of course, hemp seeds.

 

 

all images by: popstudios

Well hello there Spring.

Today is the official first day of spring! Although, no where in sight here—since I can still see a bit of snow from my windows. So I decided to go on a city hunt and see if I could find any signs that spring will soon arrive...

I found a variety of flowers. Beautiful bouquets of roses, daisies and tulips in different colors. My favorite flowers are tulips, especially if they are red. 

Spring is my favorite season. I guess I love it because it somehow feels like life turns into color. It might not look like spring here in NYC (yet) but I did find bits of it around the city. Beautiful, right?

 

Are you ready for spring?

 

all images by: popstudios

 

A World of Flavors & Cupcakes.

Since it's still winter in this NYC wonderland. We decided to head over to our favorite cupcake place in Nolita, Little Cupcake Bakeshop, and cozy up with some sweetness and coffee. 

What I love about this place is the decor. As soon as you walk in you feel like you're in an old-fashioned ice cream parlor. It's very cute. There are chandeliers hanging, the floor is black and white checkered, and their packaging is pink.

After taking some time to come up with what we wanted to order (so many choices), we decided on the coconut cloud cupcake, german chocolate cake and dreaming princess cupcake (vanilla and raspberry) and lattes. Duo was loving all the colors of the cupcakes.

A Day {Dream} in...Barcelona

Hola!

Today we are spending the day {dreaming} in Barcelona. We are having tapas in the Gothic Quarter. We are wearing Madewell and Topshop and we are ready for more!

Let's dream Barcelona style. Want to join me?

WHERE: Barcelona

WHAT: Tapas at the Gothic Quarter

WEAR: Topshop, Clean, Madewell & Zara

 

 And now let's get ready for the beach! 

 

[1.topshop bikini, 2.clean fragrance, 3.madewell tote, 4.topshop maxi dress, 5.zara wedges]

image sources: barcelona, gaudi building, tapas, model