Blog Entries

Heart Break....

sammijohn

One of the most publicized celebrity break ups of 2008 was Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake's. It was almost exactly one year ago, after a 4 year relationship that they decided to go their separate ways. According to their publicists, it was an amable, break up. Is there such a thing?

I don't know about you, but when I've gone though a break up girl, duele mucho, and the word amicable is not anywhere to be heard. I guess these celebrity publicists [...]

Happy New Year!

sammijohn

Happy New Year! Hope you had an awesome Christmas and are looking forward to a mejor 2008, especially if your Quinceañera is this year.

You are going to be one busy girl if your big day is this year, so take my advise, acuérdate the farther in advance you start planning, the less stressful you and everyone involved will be. I invite you to useall the help available to you on QuinceGirl.com.

Now that I got that out of the way, did you make any New Year re [...]

How to Avoid Struggling Getting IntoYour Quince Dress After The Holidays!

sammijohn

It seems like we tend to eat more during the holidays, and this could become a problem if we don't watch it, especially if we get fitted for our Quince gown before the holidays. The eating of sweets and higher calorie foods usually starts at Halloween and goes through New Years.

So, if you've already started to gain weight, don't worry, there is still a way to go back in

the other direction.

My first secret is to, drink water instead of soft drinks un [...]

America's Next Top For Younger Girls...

sammijohn

America's Next Top Model for girls from age thirteen to fifteen, is what quince girl Diana wishes for, according to her reply from yesterday's blog. That would be interesting, but I wonder if parents would let their daughters go off to New York, Paris, or wherever they are going to shot the next season. Would your parents let you go for a whole 3 month, if you auditioned and made it to the finals? I mean, it would be a great opportunity, but at the same time, as a mom of a [...]

Did You Pick Americas Next Top Model?

sammijohn

Well, another season of America's Next Top Model has come and gone. I hate when these shows end. Last night another season came to an end for Tyra and her panel of judges and a new Top Model was announced. It came down to two very beautiful girls, one from my state, Texas. She came in second by the way. Her name is Chantel and the winner as you know, if youare a fan of the show, Saleisha. Is that who you picked?

This was the first year that I rea [...]

Feliz Navidad!

sammijohn

You hear them on the radio, in the mall, almost everywhere this time of year. I'm talking about Christmas carols. Sometimes, I wish they would just play regular music; it's kind of lame, but the more I hear them, the more I seem to be getting into the holiday spirit. There are my all time favorites like, Frosty the Snow Man and Twelve Days of Christmas, even though I always forget what the tenth day is, which brings me to http://www.chebucto, a site where you can get [...]

Is It The Best Song Of 2007?

sammijohn

Everyone is talking about it, eveyone is singing it, and we can all relate with it. I'm talking about the song by Timbaland featuring One Rebublic, "Apologize". Almost everyone I call on a cell phone these days uses it as a ring tone. So the question is, is it the best song of 2007? What do you think quince girls? I happen to like the song a lot! The vocals are great, and the beat and lyrics just seem to stick in your head. Plus, no matter how [...]

A Latino Wins The Trophy!

sammijohn

Yes! Helio won last night on "Dancing With The Stars." I am so happy that a Latino represented. Did you watch? Did you vote? Even though Max and Spice Girl Mel were impressive, what set Helio apart was his enthusiastic attitude. It was infectious. And, even though Max and Mel had the highest scores from the judges, it was Helio's attitude that took himto the top. I think what also was impressive is that he is not a performer like Mel V., he is [...]

How Much Is Too Much?

sammijohn

Seems like one of the most common issues quince girls have is trying to figure out, how much is too much? I'm talking about make-up for that special day. Sometimes it even becomes an argument with your Mom and Dad. I found a good website you might want to check out, http://beauty.about.com/od/teenbeauty/a/teenbeauty.htm, it lists 20 beauty secrets that every teen should know about, and you can even get a free newsletter from Julyne Derrick the teen beauty expert. I [...]

Gracias!

sammijohn

Whenever we think of Thanksgiving, we usually picture a golden brown turkey, hot buttery rolls, and a variety of vegetables bursting with all kinds of different colors on our already over crowded dining room tables. And, let's not forget the pumpkin pie with loads of whip cream on top.

Hopefully, food is not all we will think about this Thanksgiving, because after all this is the time of year to give thanks for all the wonderful blessings in our life. Most of the time when we [...]

Dancing Like A Star At Your Quincenera

sammijohn

I can't seem to get enough of "Dancing With The Stars" reality show. Last night was awesome. I really hope Helio gets to the finals, he is my favorite and the only Latino left in the competition. Who do you think should go tonight? Marie, Helio, Jennie or Scary Spice? Let me know. I like Max and Mel too.

It would be pretty cool to get one of those professional dancers to choreograph the dances at your quince, would'nt it? That [...]

Take a break at the movies

sammijohn

Need a break from thinking about your quincenera and all the details? I know the perfect place to hang out and forget about all the details for awhile. The movies. This past week I saw Beowulf, the #1 grossing movie over the weekend. Talk about cool! It was like looking at the coolest looking video game. I wish this movie had been out when I was 15 and in the 9th grade,because like a lot of you all know if you are in 9th grade literature or english, you have to [...]

The Last Doll Tradition

sammijohn

So, I found out that I get to be the "Madrina de la Muneca". The last doll Godmother, for my nieces quincenera. For those of you who have not heard about that particular quince tradition, well it has been around for a long time. The story goes that the doll presented to the quincenera will be the last doll that the quince girl gets.

It is to symmbollize the transition from childhood to womanhood. I don't know about you, but nowdays most 15 year olds hav [...]

Hi! I'm your Host

sammijohn

Hi! My name is Sammi, and I’m really excited to be your Quince Girl host blogger. I’ve included a picture so that you can have an idea of who I am. Feel free to post your comments and questions on the numerous topics that I will be exploring in this blog. You’ll be able to do that in the comments area and be on the look out for a personal response back from me!
If you’ve already had a chance to check out QuinceGirl.com, then I’m sure you’ve already determine [...]

Check Out the New Quince Girl Site!

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Quince Girls, as you can see we have redesigned quincegirl.com to what we think is a cleaner, more organized, and more fun look. Plus we’ve added a bunch of new features. Take a look around, explore, click on everything and have fun! Here are a few tips:
Everything you need is accessible from the top two navigation bars.Although some sections may have new names, all theold stuff (plus new features) can be found from the top navigationHere is a list of cool new stuff that will help yo [...]

Welcome to Quince Girl!

mrshabah

So, I’m sitting here thinking about the discussion my daughter Carley and I had earlier today. Her Quince is two years away and we’re already starting to disagree on stuff. It’s her Quince though so maybe I need to chill!

I need your opinion on something, should her brother who is only one year older than her, be her escort/chambelán, or should she get to pick the boy she currently has a crush on, for such a special occasion?
That is the drama I’m [...]

Me and My Daughter

mrshabah

So, I'm sitting here thinking about the discussion my daughter Ca

rley and I had earlier today. Her Quince is two years away and we're already starting to disagree on stuff. It's her Quince though so maybe I need to chill!

I need your opinion on something, should her brother who is only one year older than her, be her escort/chambelán, or should she get to [...]