Weekly Moment of #Gratitude: The like @JLo song says "My Love Don't Cost a Thing" but my time sure does + Hello September Edition!

I know you are probably thinking that's a weird title for our weekly moment of gratitude, but this week's post is more about lessons learned and putting my foot down, it's about schooling others on what I will and won't accept. This isn't my flowery list about happy moments during the week. So if you were hoping for a list of inspiring sunrises, awesome sunsets and hugs, today isn't it. (I give you the chance to run and come back tomorrow if you wish). I do hope that some of these will resonate with you.

Beware of the Spiritual Vampires in your life!

(A) I have CHANGED - I don't know if it's my latest near death experience, the wisdom that comes with age and experience, or a fair mixture of both, but I have less patience and tolerance for 'Spiritual Vampires' lately. I am clearing my personal and professional life of those who want something from me for nothing. Those who just the act of speaking to leave me deflated, un-happy, sad and emotionally drained.

Here are a list of NO's! for this week:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NO! - I am not interested in 'hopping on a call' and giving you free social media consulting. I don't want to tell you how to run your event, conference or summit, you are getting paid to do it, and if you want my time you will do the same. Why do people think calling it 'bending my ear' or 'picking my brain' entitles them to free social media consulting? There is a reason that since the moment I started blogging, I made it very hard to find my number on purpose. It helps weed out those seeking the benefits of Social Media Management that they don't want to pay for.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NO! - You go first, stop sending me requests to "Like" your page. When I notice someone has liked my page I go do the same automatically. So sending me a request to go like your page when you haven't yet done the same doesn't work for me. Again, I am back to quid pro quo. Stop asking me for things you yourself aren't willing to do.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NO! - Me offering to share event photos, does NOT give you carte blanche to actually go ahead and remove my watermark and pass my photo off as your own. That's stealing! And don't you just love how the ones that do it, get super enraged when it's done to them?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NO! - I will not post your infographic or give your upcoming event 'pre-coverage'. Let's all drop the pretense, stop playing games and call a spade a spade, 'pre-coverage' is ADVERTISING. If you want to advertise, then you will PAY for it. Don't send me a snippy email telling me your infographic is of benefit to my readers. And please stop being dense and telling me I should pay YOU for the work you have put into the infographic and that you are doing ME the favor of not charging me for it. I DON'T WANT IT so don't send it to me and don't expect me to post your infographic, widget or rafflecopter contest for free. No one goes into blogging or any other form of digital media to become a 'free calendar of events' or a free contest notification site, that is certainly not my prime editorial content. Nor is the contest on a website that I am not personally hosting. This is a Lifestyle Blog, not a calendar of events blog, not a post about every contest on the planet blog or a place for you to come for free advertising.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NO! - Don't sign me up for your newsletter just because you have access to my email address! If I want your emails I will sign up for them on my own. I don't sign you up automatically for mine, so please do not send me yours. Handing you my card does not give you the right to add me to a newsletter.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NO! - I am NOT required to give any event, fundraiser or Not-For-Profit free coverage or 'pre-coverage' either. I do have charities I am passionate about, but at the end of the day I can't pay my ISP (or any other bill for that matter) with anyone's good intentions, and that includes my own. Your employer doesn't pay you in gum, swag or good intentions and I prefer not to be paid for my time that way either.

So how is (A) something that goes into a gratitude post? Does it sound like a rant instead of a gratitude post? Perhaps to others it might be perceived that way, but as for me I am grateful for the new me that is emerging, a lot about me has changed throughout the past two years, and I am placing a lot more value on my time. And in this case, I do expect the Universe (and those trying to circle my orbit), to rise up to meet ME. There is a reason that the expression 'You can't get blood from a stone' still exists. It's sad that 'nice' is still perceived as stupid.

It still amazes me that a woman who knows exactly what she will and won't accept can still be insulted and offended by others for knowing not only her own mind, but setting the terms by which she will do business. I keep emphasizing that relationships are a two way street. Because when there is all take and no give, it's not a two way street anymore, it's a collision course and that gets both parties no where.

(B) You don't have a budget - I don't have the 'free' time, let's call it an impasse and walk away from the table with civility instead of hostility. I am grateful to have reached a point in my life where I don't have any trouble about being clear about where I stand personally or professionally.

(C) Hello September! - The first day of a new month really does always fill me with possibility, so I greet September knowing that I expect the best possible outcome in all of my endeavors, and invite you all to do the same. Approach this month like you did as a child going back to school sitting at a desk with a brand new clean notebook in front of you. Soak it all up like a sponge (and much like sponge, you can always squeeze out the excess water if it's weighing you down!)

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 We have a winner!

Join me in wishing Congrats to Kathy P. who won our $100 In Bloom By Jonquil Shopping Spree! Kathy's entry was #716!

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Stay tuned more great giveaways coming soon!

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 My Take:

There are brands and PR reps that do get it, and there are bloggers out there that actually ASK before 'borrowing' your photos, and for those people in my life who do show me the appreciation, gratitude and respect I deserve I am grateful for you all beyond measure!

Whether my list of NO!'s sit with you as a list of pet peeves, a meme, a rant or just insights into what drives THIS particular blogger nuts, I'm sure a few of them resonated with you, and I'm sure some of you have your own to add, so please feel free to let me know which resonated with you or which didn't and why, or add some of your own! Don't get me wrong, despite an inbox filled with PR fails and requests for my work and time for free, there is much that I am grateful for this week. Just remember one rule to relationships that never fails, don't expect of others what you are un-willing or un-able to offer or provide yourself. QUID PRO QUO my friends, QUID PRO QUO!

I am grateful for all the negative experiences and abrasive people who rubbed me the wrong way this year, it helped me to appreciate the ones that don't even more.

What are you GRATEFUL for this week Butterfly?  Is it a lesson learned, or a random act of kindness that you gave or received?

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Check out the 2013 Ninohe City Fair in New York City through September 6th + Photo Highlights from the Opening Reception!

Back in my days working in Finance I got a chance to attend an event at the Asia Society and represent my boss, that one evening planted a seed of fascination with Asian culture and I have always loved Japanese Artwork and decor. The decor part stems from a beautiful Lacquer Asian Jewelry Box that belonged to my Grandmother. The detail and shine of that box is forever engraved in my memory.

Fast forward and my love of the culture has branched out to include the cuisine and the delicious Sake (Japanese Rice Wine)! One of the best parts of living in New York City is the cultural diversity and restaurants that cater to every taste and culture!

I recently received an invitation to learn more about the Ninohe City Fair in New York City by attending it's opening reception at the residence of Ambassador, Consul General of Japan in New York City. The event was organized by the Consulate General of Japan in New York, the Ninohe City Government and the Ninohe City Overseas Promotion Committee.

The event opened with a Sake Seminar where Nanbu-Bijin presented how Sake is made as well as the Reconstruction in Tohoku Japan, which was followed by a Urushi Seminar (Urushi, Japanese Lacquer Work comes from the substance of the Urushi tree). The next hour of the reception included the breaking of a ceremonial drum, a special Koto performance by Yumi Kurosawa and a signature welcome Nambubijin Cocktail created by Bartender Nana of Angel's Share in New York City and catering by SAKAMAI!

A series of tastings and exhibition sales are being held in New York City, here is the event rundown by date:

August 30 - Sake + Urushi of Northern Japan - At Latitude 40°N - at MTC Kitchen Manhattan Store - Lecture and guided tastings of Nanbu Bijin Sake hosted by Sake Samurais Chizu Niikwa & Timothy Sullivan of UrbanSake.com (cost $20)

September 4th - Lecture about Urushi made in Japan hosted by Takuo Matsuzawa, includes special Urushi Gift. (cost $20)

Venue -  New York Mutual Trading Company "MTC Kitchen Manhattan Store" - 711 Third Avenue (45th Street between 2nd & 3rd Avenue) - Tel: 212.661.3333

RSVP to both events by sending an email to matsuo@nymtc.com

I thought I'd also share some photo highlights from the opening reception:

Opening remarks from Ambassador Sumio KUSAKA, Consul General of Japan in New York

Mayor of Ninohe City Japan

Our Translator for the evening stands in front of ceremonial drum

Far Left at the Podium: Mr. Kosuke Kuji, Senior Managing Director Nanbu-Bijin Co.,Ltd at drum Center: Ambassador Sumio Kusaka, Consul General of Japan in New York getting ready to break the ceremonial drum at the Ninohe City Reception

Podium Speaker: Mr. Kosuke Kuji to his right is a translator, Center: Ambassador Sumio Kusaka preparing to break the ceremonial drum at the Ninohe City Reception in New York City

Same as above! :)

The Ceremonial Drum is now open!

Special  Koto Performance by Yumi Kurosawa, Koto Composer, Computer Sound

No surprise that I honed in on this bottle of Sake with Butterflies right on the label! Nanbu Bijin Tokubetsu Junmai Sake!

She caught my eye at this colorful table display!

My Take:

I have spent this summer enjoying the best my City has to offer and the Ninohe City Reception ended with a special parting gift to take home, a lacquer ware sake cup by Makiko Suzuki that was engraved with the Japanese symbols that signify 'Bond' representing the Bond of Gratitude from Japan for our help in their re-building efforts and the bond of friendship between our cities. There is a great deal of precision, detail and love that goes into the creation of both Sake and Lacquer Ware, and I am deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to learn so much about both! I highly encourage you to attend one of the upcoming tasting seminars. For those of you here for Fashion Week, this would be a wonderful chance to un-wind from the hectic pace and schedule of Fashion Week events!

To all my Butterflies enjoying Japanese Sake this weekend, KUMPAI (CHEERS!)

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FTC Disclosure: This is not a compensated post, Ascending Butterfly has not been compensated to share our recap coverage of the opening reception of the 2013 Ninohe City Fair, gift bags were provided to attendees. See our full Giveaways and Disclosure Page for more information on our disclosure policy.

Wordless Wednesday: Take me out to the ballgame - Check out my photos from the @Yankees Game and find out how to win a trip to #Florida! #SummerSequel

Alas butterflies, summer is winding down and Back-to-School is upon us again. (As a commuter in NYC I'm not looking forward to the teens back on the trains again, but that's a story for another day). 

Are you ready for summer to end? I for one, am NOT ready to let go of summer!

As you may remember I co-hosted the #SummerSequel Twitter Party (I saw a ton of butterflies on the party, so thanks so much for your support butterflies), Kiss News Wire, the team that is helping to drum attention to Kissimee, Florida as a fun vacation destination for families, hit baseball stadiums in addition to the twitter party to help draw attention to their super fun 'Summer Sequel Sweepstakes'.

The Grand Prize winner will win a 5 day/4 night vacation for FOUR to Kissimmee, Florida that includes accomodations at Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista South, four 2-day theme park passes, dinner at Capone's Dinner & Show, an air boat ride at Ultimate Airboat Ride and a coach tour with Florida EcoSafaris at Forever Florida, and if that's not enough a Rental Car also! (Round trip economy air is also included for the winner and four guests!). There are two ways to enter, you can text KISS to 55155 or you can enter online at www.summersequel.com, and if you live in Atlanta the team will be at Turner Field in Atlanta, Georgia on August 31st. But hurry butterflies, the sweepstakes ends on September 9th!

The Kiss News Wire Team wanted to thank Ascending Butterfly for her help with the tweet up and twitter party and sent family Butterfly to a local baseball game. And no ordinary seats, but in the Delta Skybox at Yankee Stadium no less! Who could pass that up?

On August 20th, the home team pulled a double header and the Yankees swept a twin bill versus the Jays, it was a super exciting game to watch under the light of a beautiful full moon! (By the way Jayson Nix really did it big that night!)

Since this is Wordless Wednesday, I thought I'd share my pictures from the game:

Left: Mama Butterfly, Right: ME! Ascending Butterfly

Left: Mama Butterfly, Center: Debi from the Blog, The Spring Mount 6 Pack, Right: ME! Ascending Butterfly

Left: Mama Butterfly, Center: Debi from the Blog, The Spring Mount 6 Pack, Right: ME! Ascending Butterfly

Happy Wordless Wednesday Butterflies! Bloggers feel free to link us to your Photos leave the link as a comment to this post we'd love to see them and show you some support too! (NO Giveaway links please!)

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Compensated Post however our Game Tickets were provided to us by Kiss News Wire. We have not been compensated to share our recap coverage of the game!

Motivation Monday: Are you willing to give up being a caterpillar Edition + We have a winner!

How does one become a butterly? You must want to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar. ~ Trina Paulus

Motivation Monday:

Sometimes we really do have to shed the skin that is comfortable and venture straight into the unknown to make the significant changes we seek in our lives to feel fulfilled.

It's hard to give up what we know, why?

(1) It's comfortable

(2) We went through a lot just to get here, so we don't always want to embrace change

(3) The Unknown can be big and scary

But Ascending to a new level is a part of our journey, one we are not always pysched about, but often times it's just plain necessary. We learn how strong we are only at times we are challenged, only during the moments of growth that aren't always so willing to embrace. So instead of change forcing itself upon you, embrace it yourself and make small changes each day so that when your moment comes to give up being a caterpillar, you will be ready! Being an Ascending Butterfly means always being on a journey to rise higher than you were before.

We have a winner! 

Congratulations to Milena B. (entry #27) winner of the Smooth Jazz Cruise Rafflcopter Giveaway for this Wednesday's Phil Perry sail! If you didn't win this time, no worries, our friends at Smooth Jazz will be back very soon for the rewind sail in October which has a really great lineup, you won't want to miss it! (And by the way the winning entry was a twitter entry, so always make sure you rack up as much extra credit as you can per giveaway because you never know which of your entries is the one that will win! Extra Credit really pays off!)

Active Giveaway:

Don't forget to get in your entry for a $100 shopping spree to In Bloom, this giveaway closes soon and you've got to be in it to win it!

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Did you miss Latinista #Fashion Week? Highlights from @LatinistaFW including @cesargalindo “Czar” Collection SS14 #LatinistaFW

The Solo Event Space in New York City was the weekend hot spot where Latinista Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014 took place! 

Latinista Fashion Week is a twice yearly event that takes place during Fashion Week in NYC, Miami, Chicago, Boston, Atlanta and Washington DC. It serves as a platform for emerging Latin Designers to showcase their collection to both perspective Buyers as well as the Press.

As a top 100 Latina Blogger and Top 3 Big Apple Tweeter I had front row access this weekend to the shows that were kicked off by a welcome reception with Piel Canela Dancers who greeted the crowd by dancing Salsa and also kicked off Cesar Galindo's runway show with their energetic dancing!

The welcome reception before the show, was sponsored by Iman Cosmetics, who touched up my makeup and let me try out their BB Cream, Mirta de Perales, a hair care brand that is very well known to the Latina community who were handing out samples of their Linea Keratina (Keratin line of hair products) as well as their Collagen Elastin Face and Neck Cream with Vitamins A & E - which I definitely can't wait to try out! There were also haircare samples provided by Garnier Fructis of their Hydra Recharge line with Fruit Beads. Nail Lounge NY offered guests manicures (I didn't want to take off my recent mani from ten over ten since it was a color for Fall that hasn't even launched yet that I got at the Elements Showcase (more to come on that event soon!) so I didn't try out Nail Lounge NY but hope to try them out in the future!), Kiss Nail Dress also provided samples, I received the Classic Nail Dress in 'Garter' which I can't wait to put on! And not to be missed was the signature cocktail of the evening, 'The Latinista' of course, sponsored by Tequila Semental.

Here are some Photo Highlights for you to enjoy:

Piel Canela Dancers kick off the runway show for Cesar Galindo at Latinista Fashion Week in NYC (can you spot Ascending Butterfly in the front row?) - Photo Credit: Tequila Semental via Instagram

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City

Runway for CZAR by Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City - Shot provided by Latinista Fashion Week used with permission.

End of Show, Model poses with Designer Cesar Galindo - Latinista Fashion Week, New York City, Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and Used With Permission

Designer Cesar Galindo with  Serena Fill fromTequila Semental, Cocktail Sponsor of Latinista Fashion Week SS14 New York City Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and Used With Permission

Designer Cesar Galindo with Mirta de Perales team, sponsors of Latinista Fashion Week SS14 New York City - Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and used with permission.

Designer Cesar Galindo with Latinista Fashion Week Founder, Dee Rivera - Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and used with permission.

My Take:

I think it's amazingly important that both established and especially emerging Latin Designers have a forum and a showcase to share their talent and designs! Kudos to Latinista Fashion Week Founder, Dee Rivera, and Latina Magazine (exclusive official Media Partner) for joining forces to bring this multi-day branded entertainment environment together! They are providing opportunities for Fashion Designers and Sponsors to come face-to-face with not only principal tastemakers, celebs, musical talent and Media to meet but also consumers who are hungry for whats new, now and NEXT. I enjoyed the show and found many of the Fashion to be extremely approachable and wearable right off the runway. One of my standout faves was the purple dress, it was a standout color (that some wouldn't immediately associate with summer but I just love wearing year round) and it was so 'airy' and 'flowy' just perfect for summer resortwear!

Get Social:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' Latinista Fashion Week on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @LatinistaFW on Twitter, don't forget to use the hashtag #LatinistaFW

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - You can also check out the sponsor websites provided in the Fourth Paragraph and show them some love too!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Are you an emerging Latino/a Designer who wants to apply to be included in Latinista Fashion Week? Are you a member of the Media who wants more information on Press Access to the show in your city? Please email latinistafashionweek@gmail.com for more information!

Did you attend Latinista Fashion Week this week? Please feel free to link us to your recap coverage of the show, I'm sure we all got different photos and different perspectives and I'd love to check out any additional coverage and feedback of the show!

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FTC Disclosure: Ascending Butterfly was provided with Media Access to Latinista Fashion Week for editorial consideration, all opinions are 100% my own, and no monetary compensation has been received to share our event recap coverage. Gift bags were provided to attendees. You may visit our full giveaway and disclosure page for complete policy information.

A 'Boost' for the mind and 'Boosts' for the skin too with @SeventhGen & @LuckyMagazine #AllNaturalStyleSecrets

#ad: I received a free sample of this product from Lucky and Seventh Generation for editorial consideration.

Seventh Generation Boosts Natural Skin Serum

For me Beauty always begins from the inside out. My mind, body and spirit have to be aligned and in the right place for the external to reflect the same. Taking time for meditation and getting myself centered helps me to discover my inner beauty.

And thanks to Lucky Magazine and Seventh Generation I found a Natural Skin Serum that helps me keep my outer glow beautiful with a simple 'boost'.

ABOUT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Highly Concentrated - NO Water Added
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Absorbs Quickly
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Non-comedogenic - Won't Clog Pores
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Free of Parabens, Phthalates and synthetic fragrances
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Hypoallergenic
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - USDA-certified Biobased (100%)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Soothing Blend of Oat, Argan, Apricot kernel oil, sweet almond oil, grape seed oil, sunflower seed oil, chamomile flower oil, rosemary leaf extract and Zi Cao

Instructions: Apply 1 to 2 pumps to fingertips and massage into damp skin.

My Take:

Seventh Generation Boosts actually does what it says, it's a perfect boost to your skin, and also boosts your sunscreen perfectly! I find most products that contain sunscreen to be very thick, and using Boosts with my sunscreen makes it easier to apply. It has a nice liquid consistency to it, goes on easy, and feels just a little tacky to the touch when you first put it on your face, but it absorbs quickly and easily and leaves my skin soft and smooth after. You can easily incorporate it into your existing routine, by adding it to your sunscreen by day and your night cream at night. This does NOT make my face break out, good argan oil shouldn't, and this one does not cause any breakouts on my skin. And trust me, my skin is acne prone and can get super sensitive, and I've had no reactions to this serum except softer, 'boosted', skin and a radiant me!

If you would like to re-tweet or share this post, be sure to use the hashtag #AllNaturalStyleSecrets

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FTC Disclosure: Lucky Magazine and Seventh Generation provided a sample of Boosts for editorial consideration, all opinions are 100% my own, no monetary compensation has been received, but this entry does make me eligible for additional incentives and serves as a contest entry. I am a member of the Lucky Community and am participating in the Lucky Community Challenge. You may visit our full giveaway and disclosure page for complete policy information.