Bodas USA La Revista (National Publication)

Happy New Year!... 2008 will be an exhilarating Year!...

Have you heard of Bodas USA La Revista http://www.bodasusa.com/ ? (Weddings USA The Magazine) Bodas debuted in 2008. Bodas is the first Spanish-language bridal magazine in the United States. Lilian De La Torre-Jimenez is the publisher... see her interview on Hispanic Entrepreneur Blog.

I had the pleasure of meeting Lilian at a business expo in September, she attended the SBA Awards where I was recognized at 2007 USA SBA Region IX Business Champion. I was impressed with her from the beginning , before you know it we've become good friends and sharing business insights.

Lilian asked me if I would like to have some of my designs in her magazine. Of course I said.... so I had to create some wedding designs and also added these beautiful multi-ethnic wedding cake toppers. They are so beautiful , they are interchange brides and grooms (Latina, Asian, African American, White). You can visit my website at http://www.heavensentjewerly.com/ or My Space for more details. I will also carry the Quinceanera Figurines.

Here you see the Latina Bride, to the right hand side is the African American groom.

When Lilian asked me if I wanted to form a partnership and do a cross promotion, I was delighted. As a result, I was inspired by Lilian to create the Lilian Collection.

Our Lilian majestic Collection is truly a graceful and splendid ornate addition designed by Addy. This collection has Spanish Love Themes “Amor Por Siempre”, “ Amor Eterno”engraved on a sterling silver heart. This beauty is made of sterling silver adorned with different shapes of fresh water pearls, Swarovski Aurora Borealis (AB) crystals. The AB Swarovski crystal coatings that gives off a rainbow-like effect.

Here we are in the middle of December preparing for the Edicion Premire of Bodas! The photographer, was an amazing talented lady. She's taken photo's for the Emmy's.

Our enchanting Sophisticated Sophia three strand bracelet illuminates with lustrous highlights from the shimmering Swarovski crystals. Swarovski crystals are known for being the finest type of crystals in the world. They are complimented with freshwater pearls and Bali Beads imported from Bali, Indonesian. The toggle is sterling silver .925 and is 7 ½ inches long. This majestic piece will radiate on your special day. Designed by Addy




Here I am getting all dolled up and no where to go!... Hee...hee...hee... James the make up artist was a talented sweet heart. He was selected to attend specialized training in London.



Here I am with Ms Lilian at the NHBWA Luncheon, where I spoke about Successful Entrepreneurs.

Thank You Lilian and Bodas USA La Revista for having me in your lovely Sophisticated magazine. It's refreshing to see such a class act women execute her dreams into reality. Bravo Lilian... visit her at http://www.bodasusa.com/ and tell your hermanas, tia's, tio's, neighbors and everyone else.

Check out her magazine --http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/jimenez/bodasusa_2008spring/

"Stay tuned as Addy's drives away in the Addy mobile with sparkle and bling. "

Tu Ciudad Magazine

Jaime Gamboa Founder/Publisher of Tu Ciudad

Oscar Garza Editor in Chief of Tu Ciudad http://www.ciudadmag.com/ and Diana Hernandez, Founder of Latina Living http://www.latinaliving.com/ . Wow.... we're in one of the Hottest magazines in Southern CA.... "Tu Ciudad" Magazine April Issue. This issue has "The Best of Orange County (Latino - Style); we are featured on page 57.

When I first saw the first issue in 2006.... I was extremely impressed with the magazine.. the look, stories, quality and elegance of this magazine. I read the entire magazine from start to finish.... this is not a norm for me. This magazine was worth reading over and over.

Tu Ciudad had a special gathering in OC at Taleo's Resturant in Irvine, CA.

It was so good to see two of my favorite writers . To the left is Mary Castillo, a very talented author http://www.marycastillo.com/ and Yvette Cabrera, a columnist for the OC Register. Yvette was featured on the Oprah Show this year. What a beautiful interview that depicted the beauty of our rich Latino Heritage and culture. We are so proud of you Yvette!...


I also had a chance to see Ruben Alvarez, Founder of Stay Connected and Marcial. Ruben is the creative mind of Latino OC 100.

Wow... just went my little heart is dealing with all the excitement more excitement comes my way. "Latina Style Magazine - A National Magazine for the Contemporary Hispanic Woman" http://www.latinastyle.com/ will be featuring me in an upcoming issue. I've meet several of the staff members and Robert E. Bard the Publisher at the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Convention and the California Hispanic State Convention.

The founder of Latina Style Magazine was Anna Maria Arias a Trailblazer. This magazine has taken a leadership role in Empowering Latina Entrepreneurs. Since 1998, this magazine has had the Latina Style Business Series nation wide. They also have the Anna Maria Arias Memorial Business Fund where they select Latina Entrepreneurs and award them with funds for their business.

We all are captains in our ships, we control our destiny and create our paths with a vision, passion and with a dream. I call it Entrepreneurship.

My best wishes to "Tu Ciudad Magazine"! I encourage all of you to check it out....and become subscribers!

Stay tuned as Addy's drives away in the Addy mobile with sparkle and bling.