Meet Lauren
You know what truly makes me happy? When I look back on something I’ve taken part in that I feel absolutely proud to show the world. I’ve decided to share this video Lauren and I filmed on Saturday. The goal was for our individual personalities to shine through while we just had fun. Nothing was really planned, and we just went along with it. Our cameraman, Lauren’s Boyfriend, Yesid was very patient with our shenanigans, but I absolutely love the results!
So picture me with my printed skirt, body suit and Mary Poppins boots skipping up and down with Lauren and being followed by a camera. Now, picture me making strange noises with every step I took. That shouldnt surprise you if you know me, or have been following my blog for more than two weeks. We both laughed more than anything. And I will absolutely not apologize for the sweat that is obviously piercing through my clothing see in the video. I am human! I love this bodysuit, but it does not do well with concealing sweat at all.
Lauren made all of the edits, and I had no part in the creative process of the video. I have known Lauren since October of 2009, where we met at one of the most successful and well known restaurants in New York City. From there, we moved to working at a modern trendy hotel in Midtown together.
She is a lover of Hip Hop, and her dream career involves video productions and Hip Hop. She is amazing in front and behind the camera. I think with time, work and dedication, she will be very successful in her dreams.
Follow Lauren’s blog here: http://lauren315.wordpress.com
This looks soooo fun! You both look great
LOL…. you guys were having a good time. You really have an obsession with hoola loops.
awesome pictures…how can I contact you? Would love to feature your style on my site…I’d appreciate if you got back to me!xx
Thank you Nancie! You can email me at paola.mathe@gmail.com.
Fun! Fun!
Quick Question:
I’m heading down to NYC tomorrow and am wondering
where a single, awesome, 33-year old black woman such as
myself might go to dance sans drama and possibly meet
the man of my dreams at the same time?!
No pressure, Paola!!
Thanks in advance!!
PS
I date any and everybody under the happiness-inducing sun!
Sandy, I am so sorry I didn’t get this in time. Friday was amazing cocktail night, I didn’t get home until the following morning. Then, I woke up to volunteer, which I loved, but also regretted because of the headache and dehydration. Also I had a special night of my own! My boyfriend came and swept me off my feet to celebrate our sixth year anniversary!
I will answer your question anyway since I’ve missed the opportunity to help yesterday. Maybe you can use it next time you’re in town…
Trendy and hip dancing clubs in NYC are extremely superficial and crazy on Saturday nights. If you want to get in, you either have to know someone, look fabulous and go with other fabulous girls, or be willing to spend tons on bottle service. These clubs while they can be fun, I wouldn’t say you will meet Mr. Perfect there. They’re really to go with a bunch of girl friends and forget the night.
I am a big fan of cocktail bars. You know…the type where the bartenders are mixologists and they know how to combine egg whites, ginger, fresh mint in your drink, and still make it taste fantastic. These are the kind of venues I think you’re more apt to meet someone interesting. Saturday nights make every great place crowded, which is also why I don’t recommend doing that on a Saturday.
If you are interested in cocktail bars, I’m happy to recommend a couple. They have great music, and one is a piano bar, very beautiful. The kinds of places where you can have a conversation, while drinking out-of-this world cocktails is what I recommend.
There is also this cute bar right in Midtown with great music called, Tillman’s. You can go dancing there, but it’s not a huge place. It has amazing drinks, food and atmosphere. It is black owned and operated. Whenever I go there, I see the most beautiful black women. The men sometimes are questionable, but you never know.
Let me know in advance next time you’re returning, and I’ll be sure to give you some options.
Love it!!
thanks for reading everyone! it means a lot to me! <3
Paola,
Wow, wow, wow! You are amazing and amazingly generous! Thank you so much.
I ended up doing [drum roll, please . . .] NADA!
That’s right. Nothing.
Totally not your fault, obviously.
My friends were not feeling particularly inclined to go out dancing, and I didn’t want to venture out on my own that night.
Womp. Womp.
In any case, I’ll be sure to check out Tillman’s the next time I’m down here visiting again. And I’ll also be sure to give you a heads up before my next visit.
Happy Belated Anniversary to you & your boyfriend!
I know you’re awesome, so he’s lucky!
I hope he’s commensurately awesome to complement your awesomeness.
All things bright & beautiful,
Sandy
Paolaaaa You seem like so much fun! I love your style, your lips, you are definitely my friend in my head!
Anita, that’s such a nice thing to write, you have made my day. I don’t see why we cannot be friends!
I will take that offer up! Maybe you can rub off some of that confidence to wear bright lipstick on my super full lips lol
*sighhh* you’re so in touch with nature, i just want to run out to the park right now!! ,loL!…awesome post, very refreshing!!! pretty ladies u both are.
Go! Playing outside is the best! Thanks for visiting.