It's Friday...which means weekend is here with us. I am sure almost everyone loves weekend, right? There are many reason why we love weekend...there are many reasons why we always look forward for weekend. Here are my very own reasons to love weekend.
I can be with my husband all through the weekend
My baby girl can play with her father all day long
Mornings of weekend are always wonderful...so different
Weekend is the right time to explore something new with my little family
I can always get some inspirations about almost anything on weekend
I am a scarf lover...I have lots and lots of scarfs. I can't resist a good scarf. I have many shapes of it and many colors of it. I couldn't help myself if I see a scarf that I like. It doesn't matter whether it is an expensive or a cheap one. If I like it, I will definitely buy it. I already bought myself one stripes scarf and I was looking at my friend's online shop earlier and saw a really cute one. Oh God, really can't help but to buy it =) But don't worry, I always wear all the scarfs that I bought =) So, here are ways to tie a scarf. This could be useful for other scarf lovers too out there. And if you love scarf as much as I love it, you should check Scarves Dot Net. You'll see many things you can do with scarf. Below is some of the ways to tie a scarf and I also post a video of 25 ways to wear a scarf in 4.5 minutes bywendyslookbook.
I am loving the image below. Loving it very much. Those of you who loves cooking and infographics will surely love the image below. I found the image via everest.co.uk.
Do you love rainy days? I love rainy days so much. I am not a gloomy person but I do love rainy days so much especially if I can spend the rainy days at home =) I don't know why but the sound of the rain and the thunder can somehow make everything different, in a good way. Staying at home on a rainy day, listen to the sound of the rain is a bless. For those of you who love rainy days just like me, here a gift for you. I found a website about rainy days. It plays a sound of rain so you can always hear the sound of the rain anytime you want too. Below is the link.
I have to admit that I am one of those who just can't get enough seeing pretty chandelier! Luckily, I have two pretty chandeliers in my place..the small one and the big one. Here are more pretty chandeliers, this time people use it outdoor as a party decorations, especially wedding. I found all of these images via Style Me Pretty. And yes, those outdoor chandeliers make an outstanding decoration for the party...absolutely pretty =)
It's cooking time =) It's a recipe of Garlic Rosemary Crouton Toast I found from Coupon Clipping Book. I love anything to do with bread!!! I am completely in love with bread, you can do anything about it, I will still loving it. In my country, we eat rice daily instead of bread, but I can stand not eating rice for months but bread...I have to have bread =) So, I have an urge to post this recipe...
Garlic Rosemary Crouton Toast
Serves 16
Ingredients:
1 loaf French bread
8 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon diced garlic
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried rosemary – chopped
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 dashes salt
Directions:
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
Cut the French bread in half lengthwise.
Then slice the bread into pieces about ½ of an inch thick.
Lay the pieces flat on to a cookie sheet. Set aside.
Add the olive oil in a small bowl.
Then, add the pepper, parsley, garlic, rosemary, and salt.
Mix all of the ingredients together.
Spread the oil mixture over one side of the bread.
Then, spread the oil mixture over the other side of the bread.
Bake in the preheated over for about 20 minutes until the bread is a golden color.
Serve with a salad or topped with your favorite ingredients.
I found this really great writing by Bob Marley, it's about someone you've found and that someone turns out to be special that you can almost share everything with that someone. It's a wonderful thing when we're able to know someone who can share our ups and downs, whom we can share our thoughts without making any judge to us. Really is a wonderful feeling. Have you found one?
"Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you've never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you.
When something wonderful happens, you can’t wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. They are not embarrassed to cry with you when you are hurting or laugh with you when you make a fool of yourself. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. There is never any pressure, jealousy or competition but only a quiet calmness when they are around. You can be yourself and not worry about what they will think of you because they love you for who you are.
The things that seem insignificant to most people such as a note, song or walk become invaluable treasures kept safe in your heart to cherish forever. Memories of your childhood come back and are so clear and vivid it’s like being young again. Colours seem brighter and more brilliant. Laughter seems part of daily life where before it was infrequent or didn’t exist at all. A phone call or two during the day helps to get you through a long day’s work and always brings a smile to your face. In their presence, there’s no need for continuous conversation, but you find you’re quite content in just having them nearby.
Things that never interested you before become fascinating because you know they are important to this person who is so special to you. You think of this person on every occasion and in everything you do. Simple things bring them to mind like a pale blue sky, gentle wind or even a storm cloud on the horizon. You open your heart knowing that there’s a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that’s so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life." - Bob Marley
If you had a rough day, maybe the image below will be able to loosen up your mind a bit. I was speechless and breathless the first time I saw the image below. Too good to be true. I think it's not those material things that can make us feel more relaxing but it's those simple things that can make us more relaxing such as a comfortable bed, a fun picnic or maybe just a fluffy pillow =) Often, we need those expensive vacations or maybe a massive shopping spree so that we will feel happier or maybe to satisfy ourselves. But there are other things that can make us feel happier or lighter, just like the image below. You don't have to go anywhere, you can do it at your backyard or maybe in the park nearby your house or even inside your house. You can do it all alone or with a good company. You don't need expensive things, just pillows, popcorn, a great movie...and a cuddle with the loved one will do just fine...perfect. have a great weekend.
This week I've been re-decorating my room. I used to have a blue and white painted room. Those two colors are my favorite colors. I think it's about time to change the decor theme of my room. I love bright room but I feel like it's time to change. I'm gonna make my room a bit simpler, warmer and a bit darker. I used to have so many books and shelfs in my room but now I am planning to move those out of my room. It feels so sad at first when I have to put all my books on boxes but it's my decision, I have to do it. I can't wait until it's done. I will surely going to show it to you when it's done. Below is the inspiration of my room decor. I love the color, love the bed..so classy. Let's just hope at least I can make the colors look similar to my room later =) Have a great weekend everyone...xoxo
Few weeks ago I've been approach by a blogger friend Keishuafrom The Curious World Of L on her project. And I said yes sure I would love to do it. So, I've been given some questions and being ask to tell a bit about my nightstand. Just yesterday, Keishua told me that the interviewed has been published. I feel so happy to see it. It looks so nice. Thank you Keishua.Here's the screen capture of the lovely interview=) Click here to read the complete one...
One of my favorite things is to read about random facts, from the most simple things to the most complicated things. Getting to know new issues or new information is one of my favorite things to do. It feels like a refreshment when I can fill up my thoughts with something new. So, I found this amazing site called Big Site of Amazing Facts. As obvious as its name, the site brings you those amazing facts in this world. You'll find many amazing random facts here such as:
Why are more people right-handed than left-handed?
How did Thomas Edison invent the phonograph if he was deaf?
When was pizza first made?
Why does putting metal in a microwave create sparks?
Where is the windiest place in the world?
Which is the most landed space in monopoly and how many in the world have played monopoly?
....and many more amazing facts!
So..ready to learn more about amazing things in this worlds? Happy browsing and reading =)
Lately I've been falling in LOVE with those retro stripes straws. It's not just a regular straw but it's a kind of straw that can give your drink a great accessory. It will make you beverage look prettier =) You can use it for a wedding party, birthday party, baby shower, brunch or any kind of other occasion. Look at the images below, don't you think the straw has been able to make such a good job to the drink?
There is always time to say thank you even when we're having a bad moment. We have to learn to say those gratitude or say thank you from Leah Dieterich. She has done amazing works on making "a thank you note" a day. We can see that even in a bad situation, there's always a goodness hiding somewhere. Here are some of her works, you can see all the rest here.
How about spending some quite time in one of these cottages? WANT! I love quite time, all I need is just a good companion (My boyfriend will be the perfect person), books, coffee and tea..Those are all that I need. The calming surrounding environment would certainly be able to sooth my mood and to freshen up all the things that have been running on my mind such as work stuffs, traffic jam, this and that thing. But when I look at these cottages below, my mind automatically shifted into some calming peace of mind. I believe that it's necessary to spend some quite time in a place like this. Not just good for your soul but also for your body. Don't you think so too?
Here's what Thomas Jefferson said about spending time in a cottage house. I am really agree on what he said... “I had rather be shut up in a very modest cottage with my books, my family and a few old friends, dining on simple bacon, and letting the world roll on as it liked, than to occupy the most splendid post, which any human power can give.” Thomas Jefferson (image sources: urbangrace, apartmenttheraphy, flickr, flickr, shelterinteriordesign)
Do you have any plan to spend the New Year's Eve? To be honest I have no plan at all up until this moment. I kind of bored doing this and that for New Year's Eve. Maybe this time it would be perfect to spend New Year's Eve doing nothing. Just sit back and relax...time to contemplate my life in 2009. Try to rewind back those good and bad things that have happen. Try to make some really good resolutions for a better year ahead. But if I were being asked to spend New year's Eve, here's how I want to spend it. Absolutely far away from big party theme. I would love to spend the moment with family and close friends. Just like the pictures below...Lovely.
Have you ever heard this song? It's an old song. It's a song called "It might be you", the singer is Stephen Bishop. It's a song from the 80s and was the soundtrack of 1982 film Tootsie, starring Dustin Hoffman and Jessica Lange.
I love the movie. At first I didn't know that the song was on the movie and when I watched the movie and hearing the song was on the movie..I was like, wow...this is too good to be true. The song is so good and the movie was very good too. Tootsie is one of my most favorite movies. Dustin Hoffman was in the movie, so no question asked=)
Every time I hear this song I feel very sure that someone is out there, the perfect guy for me is waiting=) You might want to ask why do I make this posting on Monday morning. It is because I feel so in love with my boyfriend of 2 years=) In fact, I've been in love always with him. So, I guess I will dedicate this song to him .."Something's telling me it might be you" I pray and hope that God will listen to my prayers that I can spend forever with my boyfriend..a guy that I've been waiting for all of my life. Love you...
IT MIGHT BE YOU (Stephen Bishop)
Time, I've been passing time watching trains go by All of my life Lying on the sand watching seabirds fly Wishing there could be someone Waiting home for me
Something's telling me it might be you It's telling me it might be you All of my life
Looking back as lovers go walking past All of my life Wondering how they met and what makes it last If I found the place would I recognize the face
Something's telling me it might be you It's telling me it might be you So many quiet walks to take So many dreams to wake and there's so much love to make
I think we're gonna need some time Maybe all we need is time And it's telling me it might be you All of my life
I've been saving love songs and lullabies And there's so much more No one's ever heard before Something's telling me it might be you Yeah, it's telling me it must be you and I'm feeling it'll just be you All of my life It's you, it's you I've been waiting for all of my life Maybe it's you Maybe it's you I've been waiting for all of my life.
I love big hair. I love hair with volume. While everyone seems to use hair straightener, I tend to look for hair curlers and stylist foam to make my hair look bigger. I have a really straight hair that it took me so hard just to make it looks like having more volume. I can't do it on my own, I have to go the the beauty salon to make such hair that I like. But then I always have to use lots of hairspray so that the volume won't go away so quickly. The good thing about having a straight hair is that you can just always leave it like that and it will look just neat..no messy hair...no frizzy hair. Well, that the story about me and my hair. And these are the BIG hair styles that I loooove...So pretty.
Oh My God..Look at these pictures. These are by far the my most favorite picture of reading corner. Well, 'reading corner' is my own term for places like the pictures below. I can surely imagine myself having my own time reading on the bed or just do nothing and just relax. With my favorite books, a cup of warm coffee or tea, scented candles and soft tune music. So calming. Can you feel it too? It's as if I have my own little world where no one can distract me. (images via nattymichelle)
For those of you who loves coffee...raise your hand=) You will love this art of latte. Everytime I order a latte with those pictured foam, I don't feel like drinking it. Not because it doesn't taste good but not to mess the picture ha ha sounds silly..I know=p I once saw a barista in a coffee shop making this really nice picture from a latte foam. Looks very easy when he's doing it but I know that it takes lots of practices to be such an expert of art latte.Here I also post a video on making latte art...
Legs..aah..it's been a while since I made my last posting on pictures of legs. Ha ha sounds weird but I can say that I'm a leg fetish..not really into the "shoes fetish" thing but I just like it seeing pictures of legs..especially the beautiful one. So here are my latest findings.
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