I hope you had a wonderful weekend and Mother’s Day. I am far from mine but luckily, my sweet little sister lives close to home and was able to spend time with my mom yesterday.
Chris took me out to breakfast at the OP Cafe. We took some photos while waiting for a table inside.
I totally ordered this crazy special: a waffle with nutella, mascarpone, strawberries, crumbled wafers and almond paste. It was ridiculous. I ate ALL of it as well as the bacon and eggs it came with. INCREDIBLE! P.S. I didn’t have to eat again until 7 p.m.
The hostess was wearing this awesome outfit and I had to take a photo of it. Do you know how happy I am when people let me take photos of them? She said her fiancé HATES the boots and she said he’d just have to buy her new ones then.
A couple people were wishing me a Happy Mother’s Day and it was totally sweet AND weird!
Here’s a photo of my mom and I on the day she became a U.S. citizen. Going out to breakfast is the best. My mom is such an incredibly brave person. She and my father were living in Seoul, Korea when she was pregnant with me. She flew to the U.S. months before her due date and lived with her in-laws (my grandparents) so that I could be a naturalized American citizen. She had me by cesarian and flew me back to Korea.
On a sillier note, here’s when a Korean mom says, “I love you.” Here’s the best Christmas gift she’s ever given me.
I’m so grateful for her sacrifices, sense of humor, enduringly positive attitude and foresight. I look forward to passing on that legacy of selfless love.
Abby says
I’m happy to see you had such a lovely Mother’s Day!! That breakfast looks delightful, I would eat the whole thing too! How fun that the hostess let you take her picture. I love her outfit and glasses- that kind of boho style is my fave. Your mama sounds like an amazing lady… and I’m sure you’re going to be a wonderful mama too!! xoxo
Christina Warren says
Oh, girl, that breakfast never had a chance. I gave like ONE bite to Chris and then he had to watch his fingers. I totally love the boho style but rarely try it on myself. I’d love to be in a Free People ad-kind of look someday! Thank you, Abby! I love how you and your mom are so close! HOME SHOPPING NETWORK! 😉
Chelsea says
That breakfast looks amazing! And I love her outfit, especially the boots!
Christina Warren says
Oh she was darling! Those glasses too, right?! 🙂
Meg @Life, Love and The Webers says
Your breakfast looks amazing and you are so stinking cute!!
What a beautiful story about your mom. Hope you had a great Mother’s Day!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Meg! I still feel guilty that I have never wanted to run for public office…the whole opportunity to be the president thing for being born in the US! HA! I think my mom’s just happy that I’m happy..or else. 🙂
the-loudmouth.com says
LOVE this post and that breakfast place! The old-school decor and colors are just beautiful! I’m halfway through pregnancy but a lot of people can’t even tell, so I didn’t get any Mother’s Day greetings from random people while I was out… however, received texts from friends which was sweet 🙂
Christina Warren says
Oh we just love a charming breakfast joint! This one is just so darn cute. You know, it wasn’t until week 21 when someone said, “Congratulations,” to me and the person was not American! We were on a Caribbean Cruise in port. A couple of weeks after that though, it was no longer a secret to anyone! It’s so interesting how we all carry so differently! Seriously, I get the most comments from men! So strange to me. 🙂 That’s sweet that your friends have put you on the Happy Mother’s Day list!!! Yay!!! Pretty cool, huh?
the-loudmouth.com says
Yes, it’s definitely a cool feeling! The funny part is, I used to weigh a little more and I tend to carry weight in my boobs/hips/thighs, so a couple years ago I got “when are you due?” comments from strangers. Now, I’m actually pregnant and haven’t gotten anything so far. Hilarious!
Christina Warren says
HA! I have made that mistake ONCE! Oh how badly I felt when my friend said she must just be bloated! AI yai yai! 🙂
Sam says
You are the cutest pregnant mama ever!! And those waffles look amazing… Okay, I’m drooling.
I remember when my mom got her US citizenship we all went out to dinner to celebrate too! Only I was in high school and had no idea why she made such a big deal out of it but I guess I take it for advantage that I was lucky enough to be born an American without having to go through all the hoops to become a citizen.
Christina Warren says
You are too nice, Sam! Oh these were SO yummy. OK, totally cool that you also remember your mom’s citizenship day. It was totally a big deal, right?! The hoops are crazy. We are so lucky!
Bethany C says
You are just the most adorable little pregnant thing! And I totally love that hostess’s outfit. Happy belated mother’s day to you!
Christina Warren says
You are really too kind, Bethany! I know that hostess was such a great dresser! I want to see her closet! I honor you as a mother too, Bethany!
The Grits says
You look SO CA-UTE in that maxi dress! Your bump is really showing and it’s just precious! I am so happy you had such a great Mother’s Day. Also, so sweet of you to share that special moment of when your mom became a US citizen – what a cool memory and picture to have!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Ashley! I’m so proud of my mom! 🙂
Pamela Bannon says
I’m so glad you had a wonderful Mother’s Day! Next year will be even better though! P.S. I am LOVING your maxi!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Pamela! I am wearing this thing to death! 🙂 It’s my favorite maternity dress so far!
withluckblog says
It seems like you have such a wonderful and loving relationship with your mom. Happy Happy Happy Mother’s Day!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Jenn! I am so grateful for my mom! 🙂