BarkBox {February 2015}

Hi everyone! It's BarkBox time! This month's theme was Mardi Gras. This month I realized that Chelsea now knows when BarkBox day is. She sees my husband walk in holding it and she goes absolutely insane and can't wait for us to open it! I will try to record it next time because it is ridiculously adorable. We really like this month's box, it's always so fun!

The first thing in the box is the PetSafe Catfish Po'Boy with Chicken treats ($7 Value). We haven't given these to Chelsea yet because they fresh and must be refrigerated and consumed within 3 days after opening.

Next up is the Delca Jester Ball ($7 Value). Chelsea loves this thing, the squeaker was gone in two minutes!

... and that's the face I get when I'm trying to photograph her goodies. Seconds after these shots the ball was snatched off the table.

Also in the box is the Aussie Naturals Salmon Quarter Cigar ($3 Value). I have been advised to beware of the fish smell when giving this to Chelsea, so she won't be getting it until Thursday because I am having people over tomorrow.

This toy was also a big hit with Chelsea, not so much with me. The Harry Barker Mardi Gras Crinkle Mask ($10 Value) looks great but it has a faux fur backing that she just completely shredded soooo yeah, now I have black hairs all over my floor and I'm putting this away until Thursday as well.

Last but not least, is the Think! Dog Crawfish Snacks ($7 Value), they are small, chewy and perfect for rewarding good behavior. Chelsea is crazy about them!

BarkBox really is awesome! If you would like to sign up for BarkBox, follow my referral link: 

https://barkbox.com/r/Q25L5I63CW

If you sign up through this link, you will give Chelsea a free box and you will also get a free one added to your plan, so please consider signing up through us!

PS: This post is not sponsored at all by BarkBox. We just absolutely love it!

Thanks for stopping by!

Love,

Zayda

BarkBox {January 2015}

Hi everyone! It's BarkBox time again and with this post I am caught up on all our subscription boxes posts until something new arrives. This month's box was the Ice Age box! Very appropriate for winter.

 This month, Chelsea got: Complete Natural Nutrition Off-Leash Twigs. They are made of all natural turkey and pumpkin from Canada. They are also grain free. {$8 Value}

 Also in the box was the BarkMade Wooly Mammoth. Chelsea loves this guy. It's currently her favorite toy and I am surprised she hasn't ripped him to pieces {$8 value} like she did with the Delca Corp Adorable Snowman, a BarkBox exclusive. This one didn't stand a chance. In 5 minutes all his guts were spread on the floor. She still loves playing with his empty carcass. {$11 value}

 We also got Aussie Naturals Salmon Skin Training Treat Nibbles. Chelsea loves chewing on these! {$8 Value}

 And last but not least, the Heartland Premium Rib, made from all American USDA approved beef!We haven't given Chelsea this one yet but I am sure she will love it just as much as all the other stuff.

 And of course, bonus picture of Chelsea being mad at me while I photograph her goodies. Sorry, pup, here, you can have them.

Thank you very much for stopping by! 

Love,

Zayda

PS: BarkBox is not compensating me in any way to write these posts, we just love it that much.

Past Boxes:

November - December 2014

BarkBox {November - December 2014}

Hello, hello! Trying to get back at blogging here. Life is slowly but surely going back to normal after a crazy PCS and I am settling into life in Italy. The absolute best thing about this move is having our baby back. We missed her so, so much while we were in Korea. As soon as we settled in our new house, we signed her up for BarkBox. I had been looking at the BarkBox website for months, waiting for the moment when I could finally have my pup back and see her get happy mail every month! We signed her up for the small box and so far we have not been disappointed at all! She absolutely loves everything that comes in her box and, after three boxes, she already recognizes BarkBox day and goes berserk when the hubby shows up from work holding the box. In this post I will show you the stuff she got in her first two boxes, November and December.

November 2014 BarkBox

 The November 2014 BarkBox included some great stuff! You will not see an individual photo of the little Chef Hedgehog because it was covered in drool and a total mess five seconds after handing it to her. She adores it. The squeaker was done in a day but two months later she still plays with the little guy.

 These Daily Essentials Chicken Jerky treats were fantastic. They smelled SO good that I was actually a little tempted to try one. In case you were wondering, No, I did not.

 This pretzel toy was the bomb. It was her absolute favorite in this box. Even though it is a though toy, she has completely tore it down, yet she won't give it up. Right now it looks like a dead snake. Or a pile of poop.

The chewing stick was a big hit as well and kept her entertained for a while, and last but not least, Grandma Bowser's Country Oven Bisquits. They were cheddar flavored and Chelsea went crazy for them!

December 2014 BarkBox

 The December BarkBox was pretty cool as well! It was so wintery and cute! Themed boxes are the best.

 First up, Polka Dog Sfizis: Lucky Duck Recipe. She loves them! They're small and perfect for training. {$6 Value}

Next is the Etta Says Rabbit Chew. This one was also fantastic at keeping her entertained! {$3 Value}

 Excuse the picture of the Stoggie Fetch Stick, that's how much she loves it! {$8 Value} she also loves the Simply Fido Penguin with Crinkle Body, but that one has stood the test of Chelsea's teeth for a little bit longer! {$12 Value}

 Last but not least, something she probably doesn't enjoy as much as I did but I think it's adorable and it is this Safemade Holiday Tartan Bandana {$5 Value}. It's great quality and it is reversible, so she can wear it year-round.

That was it for today, friends! I'll be coming back soon with January's BarkBox (It arrived yesterday and it is just as cool!) Thanks for stopping by and if you want to get BarkBox for your furbaby, shoot me a message and I will send you a cool promo code! 

Love,

Zayda

PS: I'm not sure how am I supposed to do this, BUT, No. BarkBox is not compensating me (Or Chelsea!) in any way to endorse their product. We just love it THAT much.

See you later, Cartagena.

Before our big move to Korea, I decided I needed to go to my hometown, Cartagena, to see my family, specially my grandfather, whom I hadn't seen in almost two years. I had savings, so I took a plane and enjoyed 10 days in my hot but lovely city. Saw some family and spent some time with beloved friends, even though all of them weren't there, it was amazing to see the ones who were and I can't wait to see them again. One thing is for sure, 10 days is NOT a lot of time. There was so much more I wanted to do but I have to be grateful because I had the chance to go see them, since I don't think I will be going back until December 2013. Here are some shots :)

I'm sad because these are probable the last shots of Chelsea I will be posting on my blog for a long time. Probably a year, until I get to see her again. I miss her so damn much.

 

Chelsea takes over chairs.

She also tries to explore hidden places

...and to climb stuff because she thinks she is a cat.

Cool lamp at Crepes & Waffles

The view from Cata's pool.

I love these girls.

Best brownies I have ever had, made by my friend and cousin Vanessa Succar.

Thalia, my aunt's cat.

Cousin Karen

One of my best friends, Gaby.

Cousin Juanse.

My dog Coshita.

My little Chelsea.

Oh HAI!

My friend Juan Antonio! Glad to have a picture with him, he doesn't like them very much.

Thanks for reading,

Love,

Zayda

A couple of days in Miami

Before my trip to Cartagena, and before moving to Seoul, we got to spend some time in Miami with my brother in law who I totally adore! I wanted to have more time to see friends and hang out before our trip, but everything was pretty much paperwork and running around trying to get Chelsea her certificates so she could fly with me to Cartagena. I'm grateful I got to spend some time with my beloved Lily. It was fun seeing her and every time we get together we can't stop laughing. I really miss her.

Lily and me at Off the Hookah, in Miami

I also spent some quality time with my lovely Chelsea. The fact that I was going to have to leave her with my family was kinda sinking in when doing all her paperwork and I was devastated. Still am.

It's Christmas Eve today, and needless to say I am being quite a Grinch. My husband got me an awesome present and I'm very happy with it, but any material thing will never be enough to fill the void I have in my heart without my little Chelsea. Last year I spent both Christmas and New Year's Eve alone and she was there, all the time, at my feet giving me love and keeping me company. 

I do wish everyone a Merry Christmas! I hope you do have a wonderful night/morning tomorrow filled with joy, love, and tons of presents!

Thanks for reading!

Love,

Zayda