Summer reading

Are you reading anything good? Recently, I've read The Cuckoo's Calling and loved it! The second book of the series just came out, so I'm adding that to my summer reading list. I also read Reconstructing Amelia and couldn't put it down! Highly recommend it.
And now on a more different topic, I just checked out these 2 books out of my local library: Made to stick and Yes! 50 Scientifically Proven Ways to be Persuasive. So, I'm going to be buried in books for the next few weeks.

P.S. I'm on Good Reads, where you can see what books I've read recently and which ones are my favorites. Add me as a friend, if you wish.

What are your reading this summer?  Please, let me know your recommendations!

It's the little things

I don't remember where I read about how we shouldn't wait to be happy until we achieve major things like getting a promotion at work or going out on vacation. Of course, those things contribute to our happiness, but if we are only happy when they happen, we only get to be happy twice a year or so. Sometimes, we end up postponing our happiness indefinitely.
Instead we should find joy in everyday things like enjoying a cup of coffee, watching the sunset (or the sunrise!), going for a bike ride or just getting to sleep in a little late.

What little things bring you happiness? Please, share!

Images: Monica Aguinaga

Miami Beach through my lens: May 2014

Last month, I checked out the Miami Beach Cinematheque. Located inside the old City Hall building in Washington Avenue and 11th St, the venue not only shows independent cinema, but also serves as a coffee shop, gallery and a bookstore. It is absolutely charming! View their schedule here.

 

 

Miami Beach through my lens is a photographic quest to discover the great city of Miami Beach.

Starting January 2014, I will explore a new place every month throughout the year, and share my findings with you. Armed with my trusty camera, I aim to get to know this wonderful city better, and improve my photography skills as I go. Tag along!

Images: Monica Aguinaga

Bike Love

I ride my bike every day, and it always puts me in a good mood. I decided to show some love to my bike and make it the star of my little photo shoot at the beach.

Do you ride a bike? Look at all the benefits of riding!

Images: Monica Aguinaga

Miami Beach through my lens: April 2014

Last month, I went to the Miami Polo World Cup. It was a lot of fun! It happens every year, right on the beach, behind the Setai Hotel. The entrance is free, but you can buy VIP tickets. More info here.

Images: Monica Aguinaga

Miami Beach through my lens is a photographic quest to discover the great city of Miami Beach.

Starting January 2014, I will explore a new place every month throughout the year, and share my findings with you. Armed with my trusty camera, I aim to get to know this wonderful city better, and improve my photography skills as I go. Tag along!

Panther Coffee

There's no shortage of good coffee shops in Miami Beach, and Panther Coffee became a favorite after my first visit. Located in the uber cool Sunset Harbor neighborhood, it has a very laid back atmosphere, amazing coffee and sweet treats. Check it out!

P.S. Another beloved coffee shop in South Beach.

Miami Beach through my lens: March 2014

Ooops! I'm late again this time to post the March edition of  my photography project. This last month I went to catch a movie at the New World Symphony, a beautiful concert hall in the heart of South Beach. Every Wednesday, they show a movie in the lawn in front of the entrance. Here's the schedule for this season.

People brought chairs, blankets, food and drinks, and it really is a awesome way to enjoy the movies.

This time they showed Breakfast at Tiffany's. I haven't seen this in a long time! I'm definitely coming back next week!