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I Deserve It All!
Eight weeks ago I flew to San Francisco to have revision reconstructive breast surgery. I was nervous, scared, and insecure with my body. My “fashion boobs” were my pride and joy. After years of being teased for being in the itty bitty titty committee, modeling helped me love my tiny girls. So, when I was diagnosed with breast cancer, having to say goodbye was hard. My breast surgeon, Dr.Seema Khan told me to ask my plastic surgeon about over the muscle and direct to implant. I did but that’s not what I got.
Breast cancer can rob you of your femininity and sexuality if you let it. The competitive side of me wouldn’t let it win. I found this amazing doctor with my own due diligence before I even finished chemotherapy. I dm’d her with many questions and then allowed fear to talk me out of going to her. However, my reconstruction was not to my standards and I became fearless. I was determined to get my body back. I wanted to wear my frilly underwear again. I called @drannepeled office the next day and scheduled my consult. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Dr.Peled spoke with me via video call. I requested my medical records and I was on my way to feeling restored. Dr. Peled scheduled me far in advance so I could plan the perfect time to be away so my “wusband” could plan coverage for Clark and Stone. My sister @fionafarrahi went with me and took care of me for 1/2 my 10 day stay.
I was fearless before being diagnosed with breast cancer. I’m the girl that use to pick up and move all over the world including Milan before kids. Breast cancer created this fear in me that became crippling. Choosing to have revision reconstructive surgery was my way of punching fear in the face. I deserve it all! I am happy to be alive and I want to continue to live life to it’s fullest. That includes having great boobs. Thank you so much @drannepeled and @nicoledaoudpac and your team for helping me bring sexy back.
Thank you so much @jamieeliz81 for being my support through it all.
Love and light,
Ceta
📷: @jesswiththecamera
#clarkandstone #cetastrong

Luxury Redefined!
I checked in to the @fschicago Mother’s Day weekend for a little rest and relaxation. Clark and Stone were jealous but I needed a #momtimeout and the newly renovated @fschicago was the perfect place for me. I reserved an hour at the pool, had delicious food via room service, took a nap, and chatted on the phone with a girlfriend over a glass of wine all night. I even had breakfast in bed. Next time I will have dinner at @adornrestaurant Now, that’s how you spoil yourself mamas. Nothing less!
PC: @baylee_anne
#fschicago #clarkandstone

Strong Woman!
Last year was rough! I don’t care how easy I managed to make it look. I was strong because I really didn’t have a choice. I had to be strong for Clark and Stone. They are my lifeline. As mothers, we do whatever we need to do for our children. As women, we are always in the trenches for our family and friends.
When @imperfectgrace.co contacted me to collaborate I was over the moon. I love her jewelry collection. We decided to create a necklace that reminds women of our strength. The strong hearted medallion reminds me of that daily. I was strong when I battled infertility for two years, I was strong when my mother passed away, and Lord knows he gave me the strength of a MMA fighter when I battled breast cancer and divorce during a pandemic.
The reality is we all experience adversity that truly tests our strength. So, we want to reward you for your strength by giving our strong hearted medallion to one lucky lady. We see you, we hear you, and we honor you.
1. Follow me and @imperfectgrace.co
2. Tag a strong woman you know.
3. Leave a pink heart in the comments to let us know you entered.
4. The strong hearted medallion is available for purchase if you don’t want to enter the giveaway. 25% OF EACH SALE WILL BE DONATED TO @lynnsagebreastcancer
4. Swipe left to see our strong hearted medallion that we are giving away.
Retail value $750
Love and light,
Ceta
#breastcancersurvivor #clarkandstone
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Happy Mother’s Day!
I am forever grateful for Clark and Stone. Motherhood is truly my life’s biggest adventure. Yet, it’s been a rough road without my mother.
My mother passed away thirteen years ago due to heart disease. And, my maternal grandmother passed away 18 years ago due to heart disease. Too often Mother’s and Mother figures put the health of others before their own, which may put them at greater risk for heart disease and stroke.
Cardiovascular disease and strokes claim the life of 1 in 3 three women, so today, myself and the American Heart Association recognize moms everywhere with the Million Dollar Match honoring and saving moms, made possible by Lee and Val Shapiro. Every lifesaving gift made today will be DOUBLED for 2x the impact. We give generously, because they give so much to us.
Swipe left to see #MyMomMyHero and click the link in my bio or my instastories to make a donation to @american_heart
#clarkandstone #heartdiseaseawareness
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Nothing beats sleep!
As a mom of two young boys I can't begin to tell you how sleep is key. I recently began investing in rest. I have a few items from @createcultivate and @purple that have helped me with a better quality of sleep. Purple has the softest pajamas and sheets, ever. I sleep like a baby with the soft fabric on my skin. Wanna know how to invest in rest? Join me on Instagram rooms Friday, May 7th at 4:00PM PDT | 7:00PM EDT, @createcultivate @tolaniav and a sleep expert from @purple to help get you on the right track. Head to my stories or click the link in my bio for a chance to win a @purple mattress or a Deep Sleep Self-Care Gift Box. #AD #clarkandstone
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Pretty In Pink!
Trying to figure out where and when “Hot Girl Summer” will begin. How about you?
Love and light,
Ceta
#clarkandstone #chicagofashionblogger
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Bloom Where You Are Planted!
I heard @joelosteen say this once. Never would I in a million years expect to experience this first hand. But, that’s exactly what I did in my #breastcancerjourney 1 in 8 women will have breast cancer in their lifetime. I was number 1. I wish it never happened yet I’m forever grateful for how I came out of it. I feel I was called to share my story to help women truly learn to take care of ourselves. Self care starts with your physical health. We must put ourselves first. Our lives depends on it! #feelitonthefirst so you don’t have to be number 1. Swipe left to learn how to perform a #selfbreastexam and to see what the signs of breast cancer are. I’m so happy to be #cancerfree and I will remind you the first of every month to keep you that way too.
Love and light,
Ceta
#breastcancerawareness #breastcancersurvivor #cetastrong

Date Night or Girls Night?
Where would you wear this sexy suit from @scotch_soda I say both. I say you can wear it everywhere. You can do girls night, brunch with a sneaker, or add a sexy strappy sandal for date night. The options are endless. I have everything linked @liketoknow.it http://liketk.it/3ed8C #liketkit
Happy Friday Peeps!
#clarkandstone #scotchandsoda
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Flower 🌺 Girl!
I fell in love with this @magdabutrym dress the minute I saw it @janetmandell showroom. I’m so ready for the rest of the country to start living like Atlanta and Miami. I cant wait. Outside is calling me. Wink Wink @crystalbpeters
Love and light,
Ceta
PC: @juleskennedyphoto
#dressoftheday #clarkandstone

Caption This!
I’ve got nothing today. My brain is toast but I needed to post. I’m a poet and didn’t know it. lmao!
Happy Friday Peeps!
Love and light,
Ceta
#clarkandstone #fridaystyle
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Don’t Look Back!
Unless, it’s to see how far you’ve come. I’ve come a long way baby. Last year was a true test of my strength and I got through it. I came out on top and I’m so grateful. I’m even more determined to create a life that is filled with love, hopes, dreams, and good health. Oh, I almost forgot about fun. What’s a life worth living if you’re not having fun? How about you? What do you look back on and think wow, I did it?
Love and light,
Ceta
#clarkandstone #breastcancersurvivor
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Allow Me To ReIntroduce Myself!
I’m Ceta and I have seen quite a few new faces around these parts. I feel like now is a good time to share 10 things you may not know about me.
1. I’m 5’11. I’m a tall girl. I didn’t always love being tall but I grew into it. Shout out to my fellow #tallgirls
2. Clark and Stone are my son’s names. Clark is 9 and Stone is 8.
3. Contrary to my thin frame, I love to eat. I love food and wine and I have dined at quite a few of the worlds top restaurants. I got engaged @alinea
4. I am wearing a wig. 5 will explain why.
5. I am a breast cancer survivor. I was diagnosed November 4, 2019. I lost all of my hair due to chemotherapy and it is growing back under this wig.
6. I love basketball. Like live, eat, and breathe it which brings me to number 7.
7. I’m a tomboy at heart. I am the girl that will hang out with all the guys talking sports and talking sugar, honey, iced tea.
8. I love to travel. This lockdown really attacked my soul. I also lived abroad twice. Once in Milan and once in Maastricht.
9. I am going through a divorce. I need a damn sister wife. My “wusband” and I are very amicable but nothing beats an extra set of hands to help with my boys.
10. I’m over this damn lockdown. I’m trying to have a hot girl summer. The European streets are calling my name. I can’t wait to get back to #barcetalona Barcelona is one of my favorite cities.
Drop a comment and tell me something about you.
Love and light,
Ceta
#clarkandstone #fridaystyle
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

Off To A Great Start!
Monday’s are not my fave but I’m off to a great start today. I had a Clark and Stone free morning and slept in til 730. Getting back in the creative ring this week with two shoots. Reels today and photos Friday. I’m so glad to be back. I had a lot going on but I’m back on track. I will explain my absence at a later date.
Happy Monday Peeps!
Love and light,
Ceta
PC: @juleskennedyphoto #clarkandstone

Hanging Out!
I’m done with summer camps and now I’m on to planning our holidays. Clark and Stone will be hanging out with @hifive_chi summer camp again this year. This will be Clark’s 6th summer with @hifive_chi because he loves it. Stone does too! If you are still figuring out what to do this summer give HiFive a try. They are offering my Clark and Stone community 10%off with the code C&S when you register for summer camp.
Summer is just around the corner and I can’t wait.
Happy Tuesday Peeps!
#clarkandstone #chicagokids
PC: @juleskennedyphoto

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