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New Shades

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:05:27 +0000

I saw some really nice cordless cellular shades on sale so my heart is beating so fast, in anticipation of a new DIY project. Not that I’m very good that projects like that but the husband can use with a distraction. Besides, I’ve always wanted to replace the wooden blinds in our bedroom so this might be the right time to try something new.

I want a pretty yet simple room like this. The sun can get too strong during afternoons. Having a nice shade will not only upgrade the look of our bedroom but will also prevent the heat from getting too much.

We Love Bulgogi!

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:33:05 +0000

At Bulgogi Brothers, Greenbelt 5. To celebrate our first date of the year (2012). Thank God for nannies.

Wedding Bands for Men

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:11:52 +0000

Some people think that upgrading your wedding band is a band thing. They think that you should stick with you original ring you got married with. There are some flaws to this train of thought. What if you lose a lot of weight or heaven forbid you gain a lot of weight? You have to get your ring resized and if you chose an alternative metal ring you will have to have a new one to replace the original ring. What if you have gotten the dream job and can now afford to buy a more expensive ring?

I think if you have the ability get a more expensive ring there are a lot of places you can turn for good jewelry advice. Lately there has been a big splash for palladium jewelry. In fact palladium wedding bands are becoming one of the more popular types of wedding bands. You will always want to pick a good wedding band for him.

Shopping for Inspiration

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:16:01 +0000

I’ve had enough researching hot tub covers for now. Been at it since this morning but I still couldn’t find the right one for my client’s home. Luckily, I already have most of the items on his list checked out and it’s only the tub cover and outdoor grill that need to be researched. I just love online tasks like these! Aside from browsing through several online furniture and appliance shops, I get to buy them and pretend like I’m shipping it to my house. Seriously, it’s a good stress reliever that I don’t have to shop for myself anymore. It saves me money and keeps me inspired throughout the day.

Outdoor Wear

admin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 08:31:32 +0000

I’m shopping for fleece jackets for the husband’s 5-day trip after Christmas. We have no idea how cold it can get in the mountains but just to be safe, he’s bringing one and a few scarf and gloves. Anyway, I’m surprised at how expensive some of these jackets can be. Which is probably why the reason it took so long for the husband to buy one. Since we live in a tropical country, we just have no use for it. But now he does. Similar to when we had to go to Hongkong on their coldest month, we had to purchase tons of warm clothes, amounting to more than $200. What’s sad about it is that we will rarely use those clothes unless we go back to somewhere cold again. Anyway – I know this one will be a good investment and I’m sure he’ll find a way to use it not just this one time.

Trick or Treat 2011

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:51:59 +0000

Pardon the late posts but here’s some photos from previous Halloween.

Dream Baths

admin — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:27:21 +0000

A clawfoot bathtub has always been on my things to buy as soon as we get our own house. No matter what your design style is, a clawfoot / vintage tub can add personality to your bath room. Not sure what I’m talking about? Check out these wonderful bath room styles from the desire to inspire website and drool with me as I dream of having a bath room like this in the future.

Gifts then Women Love Aside From Jewelry

admin — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 07:44:05 +0000

I think I speak for all women when I saw that we love gifts. Regardless whether they are from friends, children, colleagues and especially husbands. If you are a husband, a next day delivery for a gift for your wife is the best way to show how much you appreciate and love her. I wouldn’t mind receiving a box of these red velvet cakes myself when I wake up in the morning. For more special occasions, such as washing a week’s worth of laundry or cooking for the husband’s extended family of 10, a box of wine-infused truffles will suffice.

Project: Jewelry

admin — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 02:13:40 +0000

I’ve always liked to do artsy stuff but never enjoyed beading. However, when I saw some of the bead works from beadaholique, I feel like I want to try it again. These are very nice and I wouldn’t mind paying top dollars just to get them. Who knows? I may have the talent for it! If not, then I’ll just buy them as gifts for my girl friends this Christmas.

Summer Fashion Wear No-No’s for the Office

admin — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 07:15:17 +0000

Summer may be here, but that doesn’t give one permission to wear flip-flops to the office. Aztec jewelry and a white sundress can look smashing on the beach, but when it comes time to work most offices prefer traditional attire. Here are a few fashion no-no’s to avoid in the office this summer.

Platform Shoes

They are all the rage on the runways. You can even see some with straps that snake up the legs and end in a bow. They’re provocative and sexy and just the reason they should stay out of the office. When you are working in a professional environment your shoes shouldn’t stand out as fashion accessories too much.

Large Hats
Hats are okay for the beach or a party, but they fail to charm in an indoor setting. Keep your hats away from the office and settle for a pair of cool shades you can grab and put on when you’re ready to leave the office.

Trashy Jewelry
Jewelry that is large or looks ghetto should be avoided in the office. You don’t want to end up in a meeting and have your rings or a bracelet clanking against the conference table as the president of your company tries to give a presentation. Large jewelry not only draws attention, but it can be noisy and perceived as low class. To keep a professional appearance, keep the jewelry subtle and elegant.

Long Nails
This is an easy one to overlook, but it can be fatal to your manicure if you do. Long nails are beautiful fashion statements and work well with numerous looks, but they tend to break when you type with them and draw attention to your hands instead of your face. If you want a manicure, a French one or short one works better at the office.