A Matter of Perspective

Floriade Season

Leah — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:54:25 +0000

I can smell spring just around the corner! I am totally over this cold weather, and I cannot wait for my favorite season to finally kick in.

And speaking of spring, Floriade definitely comes into mind! This year it is all about ‘Imagination.’

Floriade 2010 features more than one million blooms as a backdrop for fantastic entertainment, displays and a whole program celebrating the theme of imagination and runs from Saturday 11 September – Sunday 10 October, 2010.

This event is always a crowd-drawer, so we can expect an influx of tourists during this period. I am sure there are great deals out there (like a Branson vacation package) that they can take advantage of.

Just thinking about it has got me excited again! Time to take out the trusty old camera for a gazillion photo opps!

Break needed

Leah — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:27:09 +0000

Work has been getting the best of me, I reckon. With this sudden influx of new referrals, it has been quite overwhelming, to be honest. It is nothing new to me but still, I think you can never ever get used to being just overly stressed. It’s been bad because all my anxiousness creeps into my dreams as well, and we all know that is not a good sign. Maybe I need a shift in careers and maybe I need to go back into Uni to do that (like probably enrolling in medical assistant school). Or maybe I just need a break from all the stress. We’ll see.

It’s all in the air.

Leah — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:20:58 +0000

With considerably low humidity levels here in the capital, you would often wonder if a basement dehumidifier is even necessary. Up in the tropics in Queensland possibly you would. But here, we personally use a humidifier especially when the little girl is down with a cough or cold. It has been rather helpful in assisting her cope with her illness and its various symptoms and therefore much easier on us because if we are lucky, we can get a good night’s sleep in the process.

SF back

Leah — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 02:55:27 +0000

Just wanted to let you know that Scrappy Freebies is back online. Sort of, that is. I have somehow managed to get back to posting freebies at least once a week. I should warn you though that the finds are not as extensive as it was before. I still have no time for that as we all know how time consuming that can be! I am just glad that it is back, and for those who are still into digiscrapping freebies, I suppose it is still worth a visit!

Anyway, it is the weekend, and I have got to get a move on with the chores. I have also got to check out this driveway alarm that might be worth investing in, seeing how vandals, in this day and age, can just come anytime and wreak havoc on your car.

Tossing coin

Leah — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:15:37 +0000

I am keen to travel during the holidays in December, going on a getaway that’s long been overdue. It is still a toss between New Zealand and the Gold Coast. I’m leaning toward NZ, but since I have not done my research on NZ yet because I truly do not know where to start planning! Ironically, we have a new staff member who’s migrated from NZ to work at our office, and I have not made the most of her presence when she, of all people, would be the best person to ask! LOL.

Anyway, apart from the usual must-see destinations, I should also do my homework on wholesale insurance, especially if we are going to travel overseas. Better to be safe than sorry, is what I always say!

Half done

Leah — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:04:28 +0000

I am glad winter is already half over. We have managed to survive the cold with just minor illnesses (thank God). Even so, it helps to be medically insured (like Blue Cross Blue Shield NC) because you never really know what to expect.

I reckon I have been able to tolerate the cold so much better this time around. Even having said that I still love the heat over the cold, so our handy heater, as you may have guessed it, is working fulltime during this season. I cannot wait for spring to come, so I can take out the little girl more.

On MC

Leah — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:12:12 +0000

It is MasterChef finals starting on Sunday, and I am definitely going to miss watching all these people cooking off, inventing all that lovely (well, not all of them) food. I am sure I am not the only one inspired in the kitchen every time they whip up something interesting.

So now that it’s off season, you guys reckon they will get back to being health buffs (and maybe pick up one or two of them top rated weight loss pills)? I really don’t think so, because I am sure they will be as passionate (or probably even more) to cook and experiment with food, after honing their skills and being taught all this new knowledge from the kitchen.

Anyway, even with MC ending soon, I am looking forward to the MC Junior! It would be interesting to see how a bunch of school-aged kids can show off their culinary skills and what sort of food they are able to cook. Can’t wait for that.

Sunday Stealing: Meme Of Many Odd Questions (Part 1)

Leah — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 12:55:13 +0000

I thought I’d join in SS today to take a break from all the diet pill reviews. It’s been a while…

1. First thing you wash in the shower?
My hair.

2. What color is your favorite hoodie?
Black.

3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again?
Why not?

4. Do you plan outfits?
I most certainly do!

5. How are you feeling RIGHT now?
Tired, from using the new elliptical machine.

6. What’s the closest thing to you that’s red?
Current book I’m reading — Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand.

7. Tell me about the last dream you remember having?
My clients were chasing me… It was really a stressful time for me at work!

8. Did you meet anybody new today?
Nope. It was the same old people at the party today.

9. What are you craving right now?
A long vacation!

10. Do you floss?
Of course!

11. What comes to mind when I say cabbage?
Sauerkraut?!

12. Are you emotional?
Yes. Very.

13. Have you ever counted to 1,000?
Nope, and have no intention

14. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it?
Bite, then lick.

15. Do you like your hair?
It’s been good so far. Found a really good hair product recently.

16. Do you like yourself?
At times. Depends on what my day is like.

17. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush?
Nope. Not interested.

18. What are you listening to right now?
Nada.

19. Are your parents strict?
My dad was.

20. Would you go sky diving?
Sorry, not my thing!

21. Do you like cottage cheese?
It’s ok, I guess. I prefer tasty cheese.

22. Have you ever met a celebrity?
Yes. Her name is Sharon Cuneta, a very famous singer/actress in the Philippines. But that was eons ago!

In due time

Leah — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 03:23:19 +0000

I guess one of my desires in life is to get into further studies, on a special interest of mine. But with my terribly busy schedule, I suppose the only solution I can think of is to earn a degree online, and to be able to complete it at my own convenience. I certainly hope there is such a thing, because I would definitely be very interested. As to what that specialisation is, I have yet to decide. There is just so many things out there tickles my fancy. In due time, I am sure it’ll come to me.

Rekindling

Leah — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:04:39 +0000

Yes, I have somewhat rekindled my love for baking. It must be the cold weather I reckon. But I think it is must be because of late I have had more successes with the end products.

I have been baking blonde brownies a couple of times already, and have had quite positive feedback from them. The most recent (unexpected) success was with my first attempt at baking sticky date pudding for a Christmas in July dinner with workmates last night. It caved in at the middle, which was quite disappointing. But when I heard their raves, I was completely relieved! I guess it really does all come down to the taste, hey?

Gosh, all this talk about food is making me hungry all over again. I certainly don’t want to go to the deep end by reading up on nuphedragen reviews to help me lose the weight!