Hey everyone! Happy Sunday and Happy Holidays! How has your season been, thus far? Here in Shanghai, I've been lucky to have so many Christmas markets, holiday parties, Christmas brunches, dinners and birthdays to celebrate. The city is EXPLODING with so much Christmas energy, I'm actually amazed. This is my fourth Christmas in Shanghai, and I've never seen the city so decorated. Each store is trying to outdo the others, especially the high-end brands. Check out the Fendi display across the street from my apartment! I'll post more pictures when everything is lit up at night. This shot was taken at 6:50am, while waiting for a taxi to get to work, while the streets were empty and quiet. The tree is made up of dozens of little Fendi handbags! Woah!
Today I went to the Hongqiao flower market which is a beautiful market year-round, but turns into a BEAUTIFUL winter wonderland during Christmas. I bought a fresh pine wreath and refrained from buying some of the blooper/leftover items from the factories, like the candle that said "Merr Christma". I don't know why, but I found it endearing; kinda like Elvis would sound if he wished me holiday greetings.
Today I went to the Hongqiao flower market which is a beautiful market year-round, but turns into a BEAUTIFUL winter wonderland during Christmas. I bought a fresh pine wreath and refrained from buying some of the blooper/leftover items from the factories, like the candle that said "Merr Christma". I don't know why, but I found it endearing; kinda like Elvis would sound if he wished me holiday greetings.
Continuing with the holiday spirit, today I made these cute Christmas cards, from paper cut outs:
Then, I treated myself to a little latte and mani/pedi after I finished day 14 of my 21 day Hot Yoga challenge.
I really needed this treat today because the yoga challenge has been kicking my butt! I'm really happy with the results so far, because it's been a really great way to take care of myself during the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season. The Hot Yoga challenge has also given me the discipline and drive to commit to my wellness, which is harder to do, now that it's colder and darker here in Shanghai.
But in spite of the cold and darkness, I have been leading my students in the "12 days of Christmas" fitness challenge, and I'm about to publish my Christmas vacation activity challenge, so stay tuned, and stay fit! The students are competing to win prizes, and so can you! Tweet me pictures of your completed challenges @getFITwithFITZ and win some cool new fitness gear that I'm producing in 2015! Any questions, please email me at getFITwithFITZ at gmail.com.
Here's to a happy and healthy week ahead!
<3 paz. amor. felicidad siempre.
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