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{photo courtesy of IMDb} "I suppose in the end, the whole of life becomes an act of letting go, but what always hurts the most is not taking a moment to say good-bye." ~Pi Patel The family went to see Life of Pi over the weekend. I heard great reviews about this movie so my... Continue Reading →
Mom gave me some bok choy and a kabocha squash and because my kids and husband are not fans, I have to be a little creative with what I make, otherwise most of it goes to waste. With the bok choy, I made a stir fry with chicken and a little bit of osyter sauce. ... Continue Reading →
Last evening, I took Daughter-2 with me to Costco to pick up some photos I had printed and we ended up leaving with the Hunger Games Trilogy and a set of books for Daughter-1. When we located the trilogy set (it took us a good 10 minutes), Daughter-1 screamed so loud, you could almost hear... Continue Reading →
Last week, I ordered a few items from Sephora because I wanted the mini Shiseido Lacquer Rouge that came free with the purchase. Here's a review of those items: ^ Sephora + Pantone Universe Eyeliner Set. I currently have the Sephora + Pantone Universe eye shadow palette and really like the colors and staying power. ... Continue Reading →
It's been a long time since I've bought any makeup from a department store. I mainly buy from Sephora.com these days. If you know me, you know that I have a thing for lipsticks. I prefer the matte long lasting ones and sheers over the pasty or glittery ones. If I could only take one... Continue Reading →
Last week, husband and I upgraded our phones to androids. We tried to avoid getting into the android world because it's too expensive and too time consuming...time away from the family. But, we did it. For me, it's really about having a good quick camera with me at all times. I wanted the flexibility of... Continue Reading →
[Easter Sunday Service: My sister and her boyfriend in the hats on the left.] My sister and her boyfriend invited my husband and I and our kids to Easter service with them this morning. When we got to the location (a decent size amphitheater) there were so many people that we ended up sitting on... Continue Reading →
Earlier this month, I received my Project Life order from Amazon.com and couldn't wait to get started! I've been following the creator of Project Life, Becky Higgins, for about 3 years now and have just recently purchased some of her products. Before I knew of Project Life, I was doing something similar using products from... Continue Reading →
[Clockwise from top: Betsy Johnson Too Too Eau de Parfum, Urban Decay Naked 2 w/mini Lip Junkie Lipgloss in Naked, Dior Addict Extreme Lipstick in Incognito, and Bare Escentuals bareMinerals READY Blush in The Secrets Out] I rarely buy makeup the way I used to. I have a blog on makeup (a collaboration with my... Continue Reading →
[Gaura Lindheimeri "Cherry Brandy"] For you, there'll be no more crying For you, the sun will be shining And I feel that when I'm with you It's alright, I know it's right To you, I'll give the world To you, I'll never be cold 'Cause I feel that when I'm with you It's alright, I... Continue Reading →
