My Best Frenemy

Just a year ago, I was finishing up my BA...after what seemed like a million years, I was finally about to finish my undergrad. Yay ME! (mind you, I'm being totally sarcastic!)

I just don't get it. I have a super duper life...an amazing family (the best parents in the world!)... great friends, I had it all. But still, I was never satisfied. I just wasn't "happy" although I told myself all the time that I was the happiest person alive. Honestly, just recently I realized that frenemies truly do exist. You know, the so-called friends that really just despise everything about you. The ones that say they'll be there for you no matter what but totally sell you out to get themselves ahead in life. Well, I came to a conclusion. I did have a best frenemy...and her name was...TERESA YU. We did everything together and thought that we were invincible and untouchable. We partied like rock stars, enjoyed life in the fast lane, traveled around the globe and lived life to the fullest with no regrets. But at the end of the day, I saw right through her and all her selfish motives. No way could she have truly loved me or even cared about me. She held me back for so many years and took me for granted...just watched me throw my life away. It took some time and guts but I finally broke free from her. I ended my friendship with her, not because I hated her but because I loved myself so much more. I deserved better and even though it took so many years to figure it out, I took control and started over.
Now, I'm living in Florence, Italy and studying my masters in fashion. I'm definitely enjoying life with a new perspective and a heart full of hope and love. I don't hate the old Teresa, not at all...because whether we like it or not, Frenemies are Forever! I just chose not to let her existence effect the new Teresa. I will always love her for all that she offered me...I will cherish our many memories forever. All I can do is wish her the best of luck because deep down inside I still do love her
So, here's to TERESA...the old and the new because she's going to be HAPPY, no matter what!

Party in Italy!

Oh my goodness! I went to an amazing party last night! BEST PARTY EVER! Got a private invite to a party on the roof of the Uffizi museum in Florence. It was hosted by the owner of Stephano Ricci. Free drinks and food (Italian food, sashimi, oysters, all the works!) There was a performance by professional ballerinas, too! I met one of the head marketing directors of Gucci...chatted with Fashion Moguls...even got to see the Mayor of Florence! And the best part, Kris, aka the Hubby, called me from LA during the party! I can't believe my life! Everything has changed so much since, like, the past 3 years!! I feel so blessed! No more junior college...no more wasting time at bars (I don't even drink!!)...no more losers to deal with!! FOR REAL!! Not to be conceited but...the "new" Teresa is so much better than the "old" Teresa....definitely better!! The old Teresa could've never made it to Italy to study her masters...would have never been able to fall in love with such an amazing guy...she wouldn't have been able to succeed in anything. Truth is, she was a total failure. But the new Teresa is on her way to bigger and better things! I know, in my heart, that without an amazing family and wonderful friends, it would've never happened. Thank you so much to everyone who has loved me...the "old" and the "new". Most importantly, I thank GOD. Genesis 12:3..."I will bless those who bless you, curse those who curse you. All the nations on earth will find a blessing in you." AMEN!

To Hate or Not to Hate?

Oh my goodness! Oh my goodness! I am so annoyed right now! I really don't care about little dumb things like this but Oh my GOODNESS!

There's this one girl in my class that is totally getting on my last nerve. I don't know why but she is always provoking me!! Everytime I mention something, she makes a remark to, like, "prove me wrong", you know what I mean? If I say something about California or Los Angeles...she'll make a remark like, "That's not true" or "I don't believe you, you're wrong" blah, blah, blah! Another annoying thing about her is...she's always making judgements on LA, like as if she's been living there all her life! She says stupid things like, "I would never live on the West Coast! I would only live on the East Coast!" She's NEVER even been to California!! OH MY GOODNESS!

What to do? To Hate or Not to Hate...that is the question. Or maybe I should just smack a b*tch...haha, but that's so not me! "Does Wayne Brady need to smack a b*tch?!?" YES! At least this one, HAHA!

Awww...I just needed to vent, I think. I really can't stand her....and she's ugly, too! LoL
CIAO!

Studying my Masters in Italy

Can you believe it? I'm in Florence, Italy! I'm so amazed that I'm actually here. I graduated with my BA in Fashion Design in December 2008. I decided to pursue my Masters in Fashion Merchandising and Management. But to think, in Italy?? Crazy! I have so much to be thankful for. I mean, just 2 years ago, I was a 3rd year college student...still at a junior college!! Umm...isn't JC supposed to be a 2 year plan...I feel so dumb! But hey! I transferred to Cal State Los Angeles and got my degree (Thank God!) and now...well, what can I say? I'm just totally blessed. But don't hate or get it twisted...it didn't come easy or cheap, I can tell you that! For all those inspiring Fashionistas out there, I invite you to visit Florence...Fashion is definitely their Passion here! I mean, this is the city where Gucci was founded (FYI)!! The only feeling I have right now is GRATITUDE. For all my friends who believed in me...for my wonderful family who supported me and loved me unconditionally...THANK YOU. I would not be here today if it wasn't for you all..Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!

"Amo la mia vita! Ciao!"