As I settle back into the studio after a whirlwind holiday season that started with traveling back east to visit family and ended with a few quiet days with mio marito wine tasting and relaxing in Paso Robles (see photo above!), I’m excited with the possibilities that 2014 brings! With last year being such a grande anno, it’s going to be difficult to top… but I have a few things up my sleeve!!

Cincin!

Miami International Airport during our layover en route to Managua

Remember when my husband (still not used to saying that!!) and I went on our “minimoon” a few weeks ago? Well, now we are off to the real deal… our honeymoon! I’m still reeling from our big day and looking forward to my brother’s impending nuptials but can not wait to unplug, unwind and kick back in Nicaragua. We’re starting our trip on the beach on the Pacific coast and ending it at Lake Nicaragua. Arrivederci!

I’m now officially a Mrs.!! Wow, what a whirlwind, amazing wedding weekend! I’m still digesting it all! Since it isn’t quite time for us to take off on our honeymoon, we’re taking a “minimoon” — a.k.a. few days to relax and catch our breath! This is our view (pictured above) from El Encanto — nestled in the hills of Santa Barbara. Not only is the view stunning but the food is spectacular and the spa is magnificent too! Couple all of that with a glass of wine and my new husband by my side… è perfetto!