KohLepe

FOTD 1-24-12

2012-01-25T14:42:00.001-06:00

Trying out my new MAC lipstick

Face - Neutrogena Healthy Skin #60
Cheeks - Hard Candy baked blush in Honeymoon
Lips - MAC in Ravishing

For the better..

2011-08-01T13:28:00.000-05:00

‎"There comes a time in your life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh. Forget the bad, and focus on the good. Love the people who treat you right, pray for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy. Falling down is a part of life, getting back up is living."

OTD 7-30

2011-07-30T16:36:00.001-05:00

I've been on this neutral and light pink and peach lately :)

(just got out from movie, notice my pants are pretty wrinkle!)

Top- Express
Bottom- Forever 21
Flat- Old navy
Bracelet- Forever 21 & Delani
Earring- Lady Rich Shop
Bag- Louis Vuitton Speedy 30
Watch- Tag Heuer

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OTD - Outfit Of The Day

2011-07-05T12:30:00.000-05:00

I got the idea of blogging about outfits from Cee blog. I have been following Cee for a while now. I love all of her outfits. She is really good at putting things together.. all her looks are chic, hip, and worth mentioning! Right now she is currently doing 30/30 (Summer Edition). Please check out her blog if you would like to see what she is wearing for the past 3 weeks. Totally worth a stop.

I don't have any missions. I'll post my outfits if I remember lol.
So here is what I wore on Sat 7/2

Top - H&M
Tank Top (inside) -AX
Shorts - H&M
Shoes - Ninewest
Belt - F21
Necklace/Bracelet - H&M
Watch - Rolex

Hope you all had a great July 4th weekend! See you soon =)

KL

DS Radiance

2011-06-25T15:00:00.001-05:00

I like it with black shatter.

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Obession 4

2011-06-23T13:27:00.001-05:00

Oil absorbing sheets!

I can't live without this thing! I have oily/combo skin. By the afternoon - my face is usually super oily. :( this is the one thing I always have with me, everywhere I go. I have tried using the paper kind, but that doesn't do the job as good as this "film". So if you have oily skin like I do, I totally recommend it.

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Obession 3

2011-06-22T20:31:00.001-05:00

LC!!!

My love for LC started when I went to Europe in 09. I only have seen the bag on forums and other blogs, but never in real life. When I got to Paris, everyone I saw had a LC with them!! So that's how it all started. I bought two in Paris and one in Amsterdam. And kept collecting them since. They are so easy to take care of and perfect for everyday use. I love all the colors and how I can just easily fold them :) So LC made the list number 3!!

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KohLepe's Garage

2011-06-21T00:22:00.001-05:00

I decided to start cleaning out my dressing room and make up table. It has only been 2 years since I got into make up and polish..but still it felt like it was just yesterday. Anyway, I have accumulated SO MUCH, so I'm having a garage sale to give my beloved items new home and for me to learn how to let go. If you are interested, please check out my garage at:

http://kl-garage.blogspot.com/2011/06/blog-post.html

This blog will have preloved and brand new stuff. Please stop by to check it out.

TIA!!

KL

Obsession 2

2011-06-16T00:08:00.001-05:00

Studded heels - Gotta love them!

I'm in love with these hotties though! drool!! How pretty??

Christian Louboutin pumps (see more christian louboutin pumps)

Shopping Bag 6-12-11

2011-06-12T22:55:00.003-05:00

Because I'm so behind to blog about all the things I bought for the past 2 months, I'm just going to start it out new! From now on, each week, I will put up a shopping bag post. I figured this will help me keep up with my shopping habit (which I'm trying really hard to cut down) and also to share my purchase with you. I will post the details of each item. For make up, I will also put swatch post up later on so you can see what they look like.
So for last week and this weekend.. here is what I got...

Make up =)

- Forever 21 Nail polish set in Water Color
- NYX blush in Glow
- American Apparel Nail Lacquer in Raccoon
- elf eyeliner in black
- 4 pair eyelashes from Forever 21
- MAC Sheen Supreme Lipstick in Bare Again
- elf blush in Candid Coral
- Nars Illuminator in Orgasm
- Nars lipstick in Mayflower
- Maybelline Dream Mousse blush in Rose Petal (25) and Soft Plum (40)

Fashion

From top left to right - Nine West black pump with bow $35.00 (I got them on sales, but I forgot the name),. The rest are sandals... from Heart Breaker, Forever21, Charming Charlie, and H&M. They are all very comfy and pretty cheap. I think I paid less than $20 buck for each pair. Can't wait for the weather to get nicer so I can wear them.
Hope you all had a great Monday!
KL

New Projects

2011-06-11T11:44:00.004-05:00

Over the past few months, I have been so busy with work again that I did not make any effort to keep up with my blogs. I took a lot of pictures, bought a bunch of things, traveled to Europe and AZ, and accepted a very big project at work. But now that all that are pretty much done and in process (well except the forever going project at work), I'm assigning myself blog projects. LOL =)
On this blog, I will be posting about my obsessions.. randomly.. It will be about anything and everything I love, want, and can't live with out. Please come back often, as I will try to get on it as much as I can since I have so much I want to share!

On my travelblog - The Wandering KohLepe I have assigned myself to post about my travel experiences, one post at a time.

So here is my first obsession!

Dark chocolate & Shortbread cookie

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On the other note, I hope all you lovelies are having a beautiful summer. We have been having some crazy weather here in Minnesota. Earlier this week, we hit 102F and today it's cloudy with the high of only 70F. I put all of my winter clothes away =( It's been hard to find the right outfits for this mix weather. What do you do?
xoxo
KL

STYLISH BLOGGER AWARD!!!

2011-06-07T22:26:00.001-05:00

Hi Lovelies!!!

How is everyone summer going? We hit 102F today here in MPLS. It was REALLY hot. Thank goodness for AC =)

Anyway - I know I'm a little late on this, but I received a "Stylish Blogger Award" from Classy. I was very excited since this is my first award ever =D

Please check out her blog and follow her.

The rules are as follows:

1. Thank and link back to the person who sent the award

2. Share 7 things about yourself

3. Award recently discovered bloggers

4. Contact these bloggers and tell them about the award

Here are the "7 things" About me:

1. I can't leave my house without my iPhone and my watch

2. I'm originally from Thailand

3. My current obssesions are make up and nail polish

4. I have a really big travel bug. I LOVE traveling

5. My favorite food is Japanese

6. I'm a closet geek

7. I fall asleep in car rides VERY easily

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And here are the bloggers that I'm passing the award to:

CindyYangLee

Becky - Everydaymakeupblog

Popchampagne

Madamme M

Hope everyone stay cool ~ Until next time, take care!!!

Naked Palette Dupe - elf Beautybook Neutral Eye Edition

2011-04-11T23:00:00.000-05:00

I stopped by Target and found this palette feature by the cosmetic sections. The colors caught my eyes since I love browns and neutral colors. The price was pretty cheap also. I think I paid less than $6.00 for it.

Front of the "book"

I love all the colors! My fav has got to be the far right on the top row. =)

Here is elf book next to UD Naked Palette.

Here are the swatch starting with the top row

Second row

Last row ~ I love how pigmented these are!

Pros: Pigmented, inexpensive, easy to blend

Cons: Poor packaging (paper)

Overall impression: with the price I paid, I would totally recommend this palette. If you are on budget and want to try out these browns and neutral colors, this palette makes perfect starter.

xoxoxo

Mini Chanel Haul

2011-04-11T00:53:00.003-05:00

Hello beautiful!
After going back to Nordstrom Chanel counter three times, I finally got to check out Chanel
Sumner 2011. I was very impressed. They are beautiful! And the colors are TDF! I managed to come home with a polish and lip gloss

Levres Scintillantes in Pink Peony

Le Vernis in Mimosa

I haven't played with the gloss yet but I'm in love with the polish.
It's a very fun and pretty yellow!

Love!!!

I totally recommend you to go check then out. The other colors are also interesting, but I decided to go with these two.

Until next time :) take care lovelies!

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New Toy

2011-03-22T23:27:00.000-05:00

my hubby surprised me with iPad2 on Saturday!!

URBAY DECAY NAKED PALETTE

2011-03-19T19:21:00.000-05:00

I have 3 UD Naked Palette for sale!
They are sold out everywhere even on UD website. I bought them for someone in Thailand but she changed her mind the last minute. They are brand new and never been used. These are the new version with the Good Karma Brush.

Asking price: $52.00
Shipping: depending on service you request. I can ship internationally.
Payment: Paypal only

Please email me at kohlepe@gmail.com

xoxoxo

Lisa Eldridge: How to use Chanel's Spring 2011 Make-up Collection

2011-03-14T00:12:00.000-05:00

And the wait is over!!!!

2011-03-12T01:00:00.000-06:00

After waiting for a month, she finally became available in stock! I ordered her right away after I got the email from Sephora. It ook about a week for the package to get to me.

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Here she is!! UD Naked Palette =)

I also bought the 24/7 Blending brush, Makeup base - pore perfecting, and Jet Set 24/7 Glide-on eye pencil Duo and this $10.00 deal of Benefit to Go "Stay Put" set

Review to follow!

Finally ~ Something to keep me busy

2011-03-06T10:30:00.004-06:00

http://www.shop-on-aisle3.com

I'm opening up a pre-order beauty and etc online store

It's mainly for people who lives in Thailand that would be interest in ordering/pre order any products from here.

Wish me luck!

xoxo

KL

<3

2011-02-26T03:11:00.002-06:00

This past week has been very hard for me because my hubby was out of town on a business trip. But good news is that he's coming back tomorrow. I can't wait to see him and give him hugs and kisses :). I must admit that the first few days with out him was really difficult. I was crying and all :( I couldn't even sleep in the bed room the first night. But it was getting much easier as the week gone by.
I think I'm a very strong person and very independent. I think I just needed time to adjust myself. Beside, we have never been apart for longer than 5 days since we have been together.
I learned a lot during this time. I learned to appreciate him more and not taking things for granted. I can tell that things will only get better and this time apart has already made our relationship even stronger.

He sent me this pic on Wednesday. How can I not be head over heels over this man.

xoxo <3

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Location:County Road 32,Mendota Heights,United States

OPI Shatter - Katy Perry Collection

2011-02-10T11:10:00.000-06:00

Finally!!!! OPI-Shatter is in my hand =)

After like 2 weeks wait, I finally got her. My DH placed the order for me last Tues and I got it last Fri. He ordered it off eBay. Best seller ever because it was very fast for shipping! So here she is!!

(Left to Right) - Last Friday Night, Shatter, Teenage Dream

Here is the coats of Last Friday Night. My thought on this color is just ok. It's pretty light and I would have to wear like 3-4 coats on and it's too glittery.

Here is Shatter over Last Friday Night.

And here is Teenage Dream which I <3!! It's really pretty on even with just 2 coats!

And with Shatter on it's very chic. The pink underneath goes really well with Shatter. I love it!

Hope you all having a great Feb so far. V-day is next Monday and I told hubby not to do anything special. I want to save the $$ for our trip to Europe, but I have a feeling he may have already planned out something for us.. hmmmmm

One of my many obsessions... Nail Lacquer

2011-02-03T15:55:00.011-06:00

I have been on a hunt for this Kerry Perry Special Edition "Shatter" nail lacquer from OPI. I first saw them on InStyle magazine back in December. I knew at that moment, I have to get it. Who knows that this color is soo hard to get a hold of??? Yes, they are sold outEVERYWHERE!! And that makes me want it even more. My DH ended up ordering it on eBay for me...so I'm just waiting for her to arrive. In the meantime, I went and got a few colors to play with.

Chanel Spring 2011 - Black Pearl

(7.5/10)

It's more like a black metal color with pearl finish. It was kinda shiny and took really long to dry. I think I paidabout $26.00 for this bottle... but that is normal for Chanel nail polish though. The picture is taken with my artificial nails and gel coat on top of the polish.

OPI - Texas Collection in "Suzi Loves Cowboys"

(10/10)

Love the color! It looked kinda weird in the bottle, but really pretty on nails.. lol.

OPI - Simmer & Shimmer

(8/10)

I like the mixture of red, gold, green, and blue glitter, but it's almost too much. I had only one coat on in the pic. It would be pretty for a night out.

Blog updates

2011-01-24T17:05:00.007-06:00

Hi All ~

I have decided to make this blog into my review blog. I was so busy last year and did not do that many posts. I'm hoping to get back into it this year. Anyway - on this blog, I will be posting my reviews of makeup, shopping, food, stuff.. etc. If you interested, you can still visit my every ~ life blog here and my travel blog here.

Hope you all are having a great new year so far. I will be posting my Jan shopping in the next few days, so please stay tune!

Xmas 2010

2010-12-29T10:29:00.001-06:00

It's been a while since my last update. I'm still around, just haven't really post anything. Hope your Xmas was good. Mine couldn't be better :) My husband gave me something very special. I didn't think I was going to get it this soon so I was very surprised.
Here is my new baby :)

Rolex Air King Oyster Perpetual 34mm with white gold fluted bezel <3 <3 <3

Isn't she beautiful? <3

Some people said AirKing is too big, but I think she(he) is perfect.
I've been eyeing on the White Chanel J12 for a while but this is much better fit for me. My hubby totally surprised me since he just bought me another watch back in August for our 4th wedding anniversary.

If you didn't know, now you know that I'm a watch freak
:)

Wish you all a wonderful holiday

KL - Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

4 years of happiness

2010-08-11T21:43:00.001-05:00

4 years ago on 8.12.06 I said “I DO” to my best friend, my brother, my strength, my happiness, my everything ~ I married my better half.

Thank you for the best 4 years on this road to happiness. I love you more than anything. You are the world to me. Thank you for loving me the way I am, for taking such good care of me, for giving me shoulders to cry on, for those smiles that give me strength when I feel like giving up. Without you, I’m nobody.

Happy Anniversary my love ~

4.15.10

2010-04-15T23:33:00.001-05:00

Spring is finally here.. flowers and leaves are coming out =) I’m so happy and excited for the warm weather to get here.

Anyway – not much is going on, just been super busy with work as usual. I did major shopping this month, but haven’t had a chance to come by and update you girls until today. BTW – it’s tax day! You better get yours in! I got mine done since Jan. I don’t like waiting to the last min (even if I have to pay in)..but luckily, I got some $$ back this year.

So I told you about my new summer bag.. yep I finally picked her up. Here she is!!

Miss Burberry Small Confetti Heart Tote

Isn’t she adorable? – I wasn’t going to get her, but she was too pretty to pass on. I was planning to get LV NF Azur, but I have never been a big fan of the color of the patina when it turns honey color. I can’t stand it.. it looks yukky and give me the dirty feeling. I still Azur is very pretty, but I wish LV could do something to make the patina stay fresh. Anyway, I so heart this bag! I only took her out once. Her shape reminds me of NF and my other Coach bag. I don’t know why..but I guess I’m attracted to this style?? Well I hope you like the bag.

Hope your week went well and weekend is almost here.. hang in there girls! I know I am =)

Until next time…

xoxo

Crazy Love Weekend

2010-03-30T23:53:00.001-05:00

Michael Buble .. I love you!

What an amazing concert! We had so much fun =) The entire show was phenomenal. Buble was very friendly and was really dreamy to listen to him live. I did not want to leave =) The opening performance was this group called “Naturally 7” which was crazy! The were too good to be just opening performance. I’m now also their fan. Please check them out. You will be amazed. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5MkNOXSdkA

Here is the clip of them singing – Say You Love me

Here are some pics from the concert.

Naturally 7 - opening

Buble – saying bye =(

Even though I wasn’t sitting up in the front rows, I still felt very lucky to be there. He is known for walking through the crowd and he did just that. He really stole my heart =) .. He’ll be on tour until Oct this year. I’m now trying to get my hubby to take me to UK to see him before this world tour is over.

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Ok so I was going to post some more pics of my nail polish collection, but I somehow lost the photos I took =( So I will have to redo them over. So please check back for that.. for now I’m going to tease you with what I picked up 2 weekends ago.

LC med in graphite and YSL cologne for my hubby

That’s not all.. I finally got myself a summer bag! Yippee =) and something else…I’ll post it up on my next post so please come back. In the mean time.. I wish you all a happy week and thank goodness it’s WED aka Hump day tmrw!

xoxo

L’obession de Lacquer

2010-03-21T00:38:00.001-05:00

J’ai L’obession de Lacquer – Part I

I love my nails..and had artificial nails on probably for 3-4 yrs straight. Last September after my hubby’s bday, I decided to give my nails a break. I let the fake nails grow. It took almost 5 months for me to finally get rid of them without pulling them out. I could have my nail buddy take them out..but I thought it would be painful. So..anyway ~ since then, I started buying nail polish. I’ll split the post up since I have many colors to show you.. but here are some of the colors I have acquired since Nov 2009. I have to say that OPI and ESSIE are my favorite brand. They are both long lasting and have interesting colors that you can play with. Although ESSIE colors are mostly subtle and natural, some of the color like Mint Candy Apple and Pink Parka are totally fun. I hope you enjoy the pics..

OPI

ESSIE

ORLY

China Glaze

Thanks for reading – I’ll put part II up later this weekend. xoxo KL!

Spring?

2010-03-18T22:52:00.001-05:00

Is it here? It hit 69F again today!! I’m soo excited =) I want spring to get here so I can enjoy being outside more often. How are you girls doing?? Hope everything is doing well. My Mexico trip early this month was just ok. I’m going to post my trip thoughts soon, so please check back on my travel blog. Anyway – I did some shopping last month. I got some pretty cool stuff so check them out =D

Chanel Teint Innocence in Natural (50)

I absolutely love this product! I have the actual liquid tient innocence foundation, but it requires a lot of time to put on, so this compact is perfect. It’s super to apply and last all day. I highly recommend it.

Chanel UV Essentiel

This product was really light and provide very little coverage. It’s SPF 30. I applied it under my usual moisturizer while I was in Mexico. I might continue to use it for the summer.. I thought it was pretty expensive for the size of the bottle (about $50.00).

Chanel new Rouge Coco Le Rouge!

I first saw the ad on Instyle magazine, I immediately called my SA and asked when it will be released. I was told 2.25.10. I marked my calendar and reminded my hubby to take me go get them when they came out.

First up – Urban Rose (#15) – very light peach & pink..

Next up – the famous Mademoiselle (#5) – this is the color on the model of the new Chanel Rouge Coco ads.

with flash – very deep pink.

and last but not least, my new 2 fav MAC E/S!! I have to say that I’m beginning to fall in love with MAC E/S.. but it’s a slow love though =) I’ll have to see how much my love grow here in the near future.

Next post – Nail Polish.. OPI, ESSIE, China Glaze, and ORLY… can you say nail whore? LOL!!

2.12.10

2010-02-12T22:31:00.001-06:00

Grow Old With me… The Best is Yet to be

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I can’t believe I forgot our simi anniversary lol! It’s only 6 more months until our 4th year wedding anniversary. My husband is such a sweet heart. He left this beautiful card and this little cute gift on my pillow last night =)

This is what I found inside… So cute and meaningful.

“D” for David…

I’m so happy. It’s not the gift, but it was that he didn’t forget. He.. is just very thoughtful. I’m soo lucky <3 !!!

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2-7-10

2010-02-07T20:51:00.001-06:00

I had a great week last week. We finally booked a short/mini vacation (YAY!!). We are going to Los Cabos, Mexico for 5 days 4 nights. I’m very excited. I so need some sun right now. It’s so cold here..and all I see is the white stuff outside my window. So not fair!!

I have been a good girl. Haven’t done much shopping lately. It’s a good thing since I haven’t spent a lot of money on make up or anything. I did buy some shoes from NineWest and a couple cute dresses last week. This week I stopped by Sephora and Nordstrom and managed to pick up some yummy stuff.

NAR’s Temptation Set

Chanel Levres in 131 (MICA)

Chanel Inimitable Multi-Dimensionnel Mascara

I haven’t tried out NARS set yet, but I heart Chenl gloss and mascara. They both long lasting and totally awesome.

Sorry.. nothing exciting to write about. I wish you girls a happy week. I can’t wait to see what my hubby get me for Vday =)

LVoe ~

2010-01-06T22:12:00.001-06:00

O – M – G!!!

I REALLY want to get her, as I told myself that I would buy her when LV makes her. The only thing is that… she was supposed to come out 2 yrs ago! They just finally released her..and I don’t know if I love her as much as I thought I would. I have this bag in the Damier Ebene MM version which I bought last year in Feb. Although she would make a perfect summer bag, her patina will turn dark brown, honey..or whatever you LV lovers would call it. I also heard that jeans and color from your clothes can easily go on her. boo!!

So I don’t know what to do!

I use to love LV.. I have been a big fan since I was 10. But I guess I kinda got over it. I feel like I have moved on to craving for a Chanel or even an Hermes bag.. well the Hermes (Kelly and Birkins) might be a while yet…But for the past year, my love for Chanel have been growing…

Maybe 2010 is a good year to start with a classic flap?

xoxo!! KL<3

1.3.10

2010-01-03T23:13:00.001-06:00

Did you have a nice weekend? I did =) It was relaxing and surprisingly, I didn’t go to MOA yet this year! hehe I’m sure I will have to go in sometime this week to return some stuff at Sephora. Talking about return, I usually don’t return things..unless I really can’t wear it (since I hate trying things on when I go shopping) or if it really doesn’t work out.

I just recently became a makeup addict – luckily, my addiction is not that bad, but it is getting there tho =( I like almost everything I have gotten a hold of so far last year, but this product is probably my one and only disappointment. I love LORAC products, but this TINT sure was not for me =( so the search of the next Tint moisturizer begin…

Ok – lets move on to the next subject, XMAS gifts!

My hubby was so kind to surprise me with the cutest xmas gifts ever! We were going to book a vacation to the Bahamas, but since I just got the new job, we had to put this vacation on hold a while. He totally took me by surprise because I seriously did not expect anything from him.

That’s right!!! My hubby got us tickets to go see Michael Buble – woo hoo!!!!! He knows how much I have been wanting to see Buble live. I seriously can’t believe it. Thanks babe! Beside these tickets, I also received these 2 cuties as well '=)

They smell sooo good!

I also want to share with you my current fav product!! The Body Shop seriously never disappoint me =)

Ok its getting late. I hope you all had a nice long weekend. Tomorrow is the first day of work in 2010 and my first day at my new job, Please wish me luck, as for me -- I wish you all a wonderful day and a great week.

xoxo KL <3

2010

2010-01-01T21:18:00.001-06:00

Happy New Year!!

2010 will be a great year for me =) well I hope..

I ended 2009 will many good news and accomplishments. Two of my most important accomplishments are: graduating with honors and to finally get my career started with a Fortune 500 company =) It was sad to leave my old job, but I’m definitely excited to start my new and challenging journey this Monday.

Anyway – I wish you all a happy and awesome year. May 2010 be one of the most successful year to all of us =) Cheers!!

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Surprisingly, I didn’t spend as much as I thought I would during Nov and Dec. I still managed to get some cool stuff from Sephora =) They sent me a $20 cert and a 10% off VIB which was very cool! So here are some of the stuff I got girls:

The Body Shop – Vitamin E Toner & Night Cream, Eye Gel, & Radiant Highlighter. I have been a big fan of the body shop since I was in elementary =D I love all of the products I got from them. They never disappoint me. The night cream gives just the right amount of moisturizer. It is not too thick and it makes my face super soft in the AM. The toner also works really great! This is by far the best toner yet =) It doesn’t dry my face out like other products I have tried. I also love the eye gel ~ it’s basically cooling gel that doesn’t smell. Work wonderful when you eyes are tired and it’s refreshing.
MAC 5 mini Pigment/Glitter
Benefit creaseless E/S in “Honey bunny & Recess”
MAC frost in “Eden Rocks” and LORAC in “Trend Setter” – these are my current fav! LORAC gloss goes on very smooth and it is much thicker than other glosses I have used.
NARS Makeup Primer =) I received a sample of this product back in Nov and decided to go get the real thing last week. I love that it is light and also gives a little glow to my face.
Good Buy 2009 – awesome stuff for $10! I got NARS concealer & Benefit to go. I haven’t tried them yet..but gotta say that NARS for 10 bucks is a serious steal! XD

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Thanks for stopping by =) I hope everyone had a nice holiday. My hubby surprised me with some cool gifts this xmas. I’ll show you all on my next post.

Take care!

xoxo ~~ KL

And the Wait is Over..

2009-11-17T20:50:00.001-06:00

I waited for her for so long =) No she is not my new purse. It's better than that. Introducing my new best friend BlackBerry Bold 9700!

Isn’t she beautiful? I waited over 2 months for this. Everyday I would go on CrackBerry.com to find out if this phone is out.. sure enough yesterday was my lucky day! I couldn’t wait. We picked her up last night. Haha.. I know I’m such a nerd. I only had my G1 for less than 10 months. I don’t know what it is with me and gadgets. I think I got it from my hubby. I love technology and I want to be up to date with everything. Anyway – I’m so in love with her.

Here is some specs of BB 9700

Price $199.00 (T-Mobile 2 years plan)

QuadBand 850/900/1800/1900 (in another word – World Phone)
3G – yes first BB to be on 3G!!
3.2 Megs for camera with VDO capture mode
Wi-Fi capable
GPS

Review – so far 7/10

I was a little disappointed with the slowness on the net work yesterday and also the device was having a hard time picking up the 3G. It was running on Edge most of the day today. However, it is seems to be working better now. So for the next 2 weeks, I will continue to watch and make sure that she indeed deserves a 10 (or else she might have to go back).

Anyway – if you are a phone geek like me, please check out this BB 9700 model. You will love and want to get one too!

I think I just came up with the giveaway idea =)

xoxo

KL <3

Halloween & Haul

2009-11-01T22:56:00.001-06:00

I hope you girls had a wonderful Halloween.

I wasn’t going to go out. It was truly a last minute decision. We were at the mall and saw a couple friends who were going out to the party. We were invited, but I did not feel like dressing up in costume..but Dave was soo excited. So we went costume shopping. I was so lucky that I found something last minute that fit me =) I usually have a hard time trying to find something cute my size. Any ideas what I went as? Check it out!

LOL!! Tell me you love it!! Hogwarts Wizard and Mr. NERD!

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Now – beside Halloween party this weekend, I also went shopping at Sephora. BTW girls, you still got tomorrow to use the 20% discount. It’s good until 11:59PM (PST) tomorrow! Some of the goodies:

Kinerase Gentle Daily Cleanser $33

So far 5/5

I have used this products for about 3 days now and so far so good. I am even thinking of trying their whole line once my current stuff are used up.

Pro: Very gentle to face. Doesn’t leave skin feel dry. Feel clean

Only Small amount needed

Size is awesome! Should last a while

Con: -- nothing yet --

LORAC – Double Booked Full Face Collection $55

Review to follow

Benefit Boi-ing Concealer $18

Review to follow

Jasmine La Belle 100 colors Palette - $10 at TJ Max

2.5/5

Pro: Cute & Compact

Lot’s of different colors to pick

Con: Not very pigmented

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And here is my current favorite product – Bumble & Bumble 5/5

Gentle Shampoo and Super Rich conditioner (About $22-$23 a bottle)

B&B products are truly amazing! As you can see how long my hair is, B&B totally help my hair from statics and also keep my head fresh (since I have oily hair type). I just started using B&B for about a month and can totally see the difference. It is a bit expensive, but I only need to use a little bit since it gives so much bubbles. Both bottle will easily last me at least 3 to 4 months.

Ok girls – I hope you enjoy this post. I have a busy week coming with lots of stuff to do at work, papers to write, and also volunteer. I hope I survive. Thanks for reading (as always). I have gathered a bit of stuff to give away – but don’t know how I should do it. Any suggestions?

Have a great week ~ xoxo KL =)

10.28.09

2009-10-28T19:31:00.006-05:00

New favorite song.. I'm seriously inlove with his music! I love the beat of this song and his voice is amazing!

Michael Bublé - "Haven't Met You Yet"

Sephora Friends & Family

2009-10-25T22:52:00.003-05:00

I'm sure some of you girls already know that the Sephora Friend's & Family event is going on. If you haven't shopped yet, it's not too late.

Visit Sophera online or retail store. Offer is valid through 11/2/09 at 11:59pm PST/PDT. The discount is good on ANY merchandise they carry.

Promotion code FF2009 for online shopping. If you shop at their stores, just ask for the friend and family discount at the register.

Enjoy girls!! It's 20% and it's good for all their products! I'm going to the MOA location this weekend =)

10.19.09 (Update Part II)

2009-10-19T22:55:00.001-05:00

When I don’t blog.. I don’t blog for months. But when I get back to blogging, I don’t want to stop! haha.

Here are my recent hauls and some stuff I got over summer. Enjoy ~ and if you have any questions regarding to any products, feel free to drop me a line.

First – these crazy palettes from Icing – there are total of 72 colors. I love them! They are very pigmented and just so colorful. I haven’t purchased palettes from Coastal Scents yet, so I can’t say that these are better. However, I think they are better than my Sephora palettes I bought a few months ago. I’m just too lazy to go through every single color – but for the price I paid ($20), totally worth it. Check out the colors! (click pics to enlarge)

Taken with flash -

Taken without flash -

Other hauls over the summer: If you don’t know – I’m a crazy working adult who hearts Sanrio! I can’t get enough of Hello Kitty and her friends =) I also went a little crazy with the jewelry at Forever 21 and H&M.

Love these shoes! They were on sales =) I think I got them for $30.00. Gotta love Nine West.

Hmm.. I think that is good for tonight. I have a few more things that I want to share, but I will have to put them up later. Don’t want to over blogged you girls =) hehe.

ok girls – I’m thinking of having a give away. It’s a contest per se but not really. I am still thinking of what to do. Well – I just went through my make up and I found a lot of things that I haven’t used. Most of them are brand new or 95% new. So I’m thinking of giving them away =) I don’t do blog sales nor am I interested in doing that. So – I think I will have 2 different give away’s. Stay tunes to the details. It will be fun and FREE!!

KL <3

Going Home..

2009-10-18T17:17:00.004-05:00

Home Sweet Home...

Yesterday at dinner, hubby brought up the idea of going to Thailand for our vacation next year. I was so excited to hear that. It's been over 5 years now since I was there... the last time was in June 04. Wow - I am so excited! I wonder if anything have changed since my last trip? I'm exciting to start planning the trip. I think we are going to leave right after our spring semeseter ends which is around May 15th. I am hoping to be there for at least 2 weeks. I am already starting to think of where I want to go. If it's all possible, I would love to stop by Japan, Hong Kong, and then Vietnam too!! But we'll have to see how much time we have.

I can't wait!!

KL

10.17.09 (update part I)

2009-10-17T22:59:00.001-05:00

I feel like I need more time! **Warning – lots of pics**

Life has been so crazy lately. There are so many things I want to do, but yet I have so little time. I have neglected my blog =( for almost the entire summer. There were so many things that happened at work and school. Maybe I just need to calm down or walk a little slower… I hope everyone is doing good! I am going to try to make it a habit to stop by here as much as I can. I do read your updates though.. =) So keep blogging girls!!

So ever since I started blogging – I have became very obsessed with make up, beauty related products, and more and more shopping! Just for fun today, I decided to add up my yearly total so far (thanks to Microsoft Money!!). Girls, I almost die!! You don’t want to know. Yikes!! I really need to take a chill pill. LOL! Not that I am going to stop shopping, but some of the stuff I bought, I haven’t even touched them. Some still have tags on!!

Ok – here are some pics from the summer events and what I did. I’m working on my travel blog – so please check it out later for my trips to Europe and Florida.

Jabawockeez at Epic 8.16.09

Minnesota State Fair 8.30.09

Labor Day Weekend – DD visit

I’m going to do Part II right now and I’ll have it posted by tomorrow =) If you have twitter – please follow me or drop me your user name and I will follow you!!

Much love xoxo --- KL

30 Hrs Clock

2009-10-08T22:37:00.005-05:00

Where can I get one of those?

24 hrs in a day just not enough.. seriously!!! Sorry -- to all my bloggy friends, I have been super busy with school and work. I have taken on many special projects and just haven't had a chance to do a nice update yet. I'm going to TRY to get stuff up this weekend. Hope everyone is doing good and bundle up since it's flipping cold already! Where did summer go? I thought she was going to stay a bit longer this year, guess not.

Have you tried Vicky make up? They got some yummy and good stuff. Check these haul out!

I'll post more details about it in my next post. The color and quality is TDF! I also did some shopping on ELF which I was totally unhappy and disappointed.

Stay tune girls..I promise to be back in 2 days!

As always stay sweet!

KL

8-11-09

2009-08-11T23:13:00.001-05:00

Wow—it’s been over a month since I last updated my blog. Sorry for MIA. I have been so lazy. Yep, that was mainly the reason.haha. Nothing much happened the past month except I traveled to FL to visit one of my besties, Linh =) Pics to follow! And because I was on a ban wagon not to buy anymore make up, I didn’t have a lot of new stuff to show off =( boo.. but I did do a little shopping yesterday. No, it was not my money. It was a gift card from one of my clients (thank you!)…so that was nice to get to do a little shopping. Anyway – I was tagged on my FB on 25 Random Things earlier this week. I thought it was pretty cool. I didn’t think I could find that many things..but I sure did. I just wanted to share. If you feel like sharing yours, please feel free =)

1. I was born and raise in Thailand, but I'm actually half Chinese.
2. I moved to the US in 1997..so yes, I'm still Fobulous =)
3. In 9th grade, I took a bet to get undercut haircut.. I shaved off about 1/3 of my hair.
4. I spent almost a year in Vietnam. I understand a lot of Vietnamese - - so you nail techs, please stop talking *hit about your clients because I can understand you!
5. I want to own an island someday.
6. I am not stock up, but I have a hard time remembering ppl…so don't mind me if I looked at you like we have never met.
7. I fall asleep in car rides..very easy.
8. I am clumsy. I walk into things and blame things that you need to get the *uck out of my way stupid wall!!
9. I am crazy about airplanes.
10. I once tried to rescue a cat from a well..the cat got out and ended up biting me and scratching me. I hate cats!!!
11. I love gadgets.
12. I can bend my figures backward. You will get sick if you see it.
13. I hate math.
14. My nick name is Te-Wrack. I break stuff!
15. I don't like when people drive fast..but I drive very fast.
16. First impression is very important to me. You screw it…you will be on my shit list for a long time.
17. I love my food spicy, sweet, and salty..
18. I drool!!
19. I am Buddhist and I believe strongly in the Five Precepts.
20. I have issues when I'm in my car. I hate stupid drivers. Get off the road dumbass!
21. I have a travel bug…all I think is where I'm going to go next.
22. I get bored of things very easily.
23. I like Pepsi.
24. I daydream and often wish to go back and live in the past, I'm talking 200 years ago.
25. I believe in faith =) I am married to my soul mate, my best friend, and the love of my life.

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It’s 11:11pm here..less than an hour to my 3rd wedding anniversary =) ahhh I’m soooo excited. I can’t believe time went by so fast. It feels like it was just yesterday.

I have a lot of pics to show and the stuff I got yesterday so I will try to get them up sometime this week. So please stay tune. Oh..and I’m thinking of doing a give away (or 2 ).. so more details to come!! Hope you all have a great week and I promise to come by more often.

xoxo

Cindy's Bday

2009-07-08T17:23:00.010-05:00

Wow.. its 7-8-9 today =)

I went shopping earlier this month, before my band started. Nothing big just the usual stuff.

(Click to enlarge)

Got some cool eyelashes from Ulta. I really like Ardell in 105

A pair of shoes from NineWest $19.00

My fun summer colors

And eyeshadows from Victoria Secret. They were amazing deal 6 for $20

Sorry if the my blog has been boring lately. I am really trying to be good. Our anniversary is coming up next month. I can't belive that it will be our 3rd anniversary. I got a lot of things on my mind right now. It may sound crazy, but we actually talking (only talking) about starting family. I don't know if we are ready.. hmmm. We are actually planning to renew our vows on our 5th anniversary. I will get to have my dream wedding =) yes!!! Somewhere nice on an island somewhere. We are also planning a vacation at the end of this year also.

I'm excited that it's already Wednesday. Here are some pictures from my GF, Cindy. It was her birthday..taken at Seven.

Hope you all are having a great week.. and as always - thanks for stopping by!

xoxo

07.06.09

2009-07-06T23:23:00.012-05:00

Until we meet again bro!!

My little brother left today to serve our country. I already am missing him badly =( But I'm trying to stay possitive and not worry so much. This is the 2nd time he is going over to the Middle East. I don't know how long this deployment will be for, but I am praying that it won't last more than 6 months. I'm glad I had the chance to spend some time with him last month.

Love you Bro!!

Aside to me being bummed about my brother leaving, I had a great weekend. We went to see a concert on Thursday at Epic here in MPLS. It was a Thai band, Clash that was performing. I had so much fun!! I love this song "Thai Girls"

=) They are alternative/rock band - and I usually don't listen to this kind of music, but I totally love their music. I was dancing my butt off! Here are some pics from that night.

Me & Cham

The crowd

Bank - Lead singer

Nu-Cindy-T-Patty-Cham

Clash rocking the show!

I had a lof of fun. We didn't do much on the 4th, just went to the Taste of Minnesota and to a couple of bbq's. I hope you all had a great weekend and didn't get bug bites like I did =)

2009-07-01T23:06:00.013-05:00

It’s been a while. Are you enjoying your summer?

Hope you all missed me while I was away =) cuz I was missing everyone. I had a lot of fun in PHX. I’m still trying to catch up with my travel review for my Tena’s Travel Blog. It should be updated soon.

I have been a very good girl this pass few weeks. I have put myself on a “Mini Ban” =) I read some other blogs where the girls are putting themselves on what calls, “Project 10 pans!” Sound interesting? Nah.. not really for me because you have to use all of the 10 make up that you currently own before you can buy a new one. My won’t be that, it will be a mini ban – meaning, I will not go crazy and just buy stuff because I think it’s cute. I must need it. So I have been good.. (have not popped my head into the Sephora store now almost 3 weeks). My SA was just calling me today and checked if I’m ok =) Gotta love her!!

Well – here are some of the products I bought a while ago that I haven’t had a chance to post any pics~

B&B products. Store is having major sales =) 4 hand soaps for $10. The Body Spray “Naked” smells sooo good!!

And Thanks to Hana – her review of L’Occitane Eye Make-up Remover, this is now my favorite and must have =) I love it!!! $18.00. My other favorite items from this store is the Shea Butter Hand Cream & Foot Cream. I got the travel size, they were $10 each =) They are super soft. Not greasy and thick at all. I recommend them.

Next up are my killer deals! I bought these 2 Shu Uemura brushes from Nordstrom Rack. The 18R was $12.00 and the Mascara Brush Comp was $3.99 ~ The brush is so soft and I love it!

Ok – It’s getting late here. I was going to post more stuff, but I’m getting sick with having to fix my posting (the source codes are all messed up!) I think it is time for get to get a new bloggy template. But before I leave here is a pic of me last month before heading out to join my friend’s wedding shower. I’m still learning how to use all these make up I bough =P and I usually don’t wear a lot of make up, but that day I felt like I did. Enjoy ~

--What I used--

Eyes: Too Faced Shadow Ins primer, Benefit cream shadow in Birthday suit and skinny jean
Lashes: Ardell =( Sorry can’t remember the number)
Cheeks: Smashbox Soft Lights in Tint
Lips: Fresh Sugar Lip Gloss in Goddess

Leaving for PHX

2009-06-19T13:55:00.002-05:00

I'm taking off work in a few minutes to head out to see my little brother in PHX. I'm excited to see him... BUT not excited at all to be away from my hubby and our 2 dogs. And it'll be over 100F when I'm there. I hope I survive the heat!!

I was looking through my G1 and found a couple pictures of stuff I got last week that I forgot to mention on my last post. Here they are!! They are from TJ Max.. can you believe it?

I gotta go catch my flight, but I'll post the review later =)

In with the New Mini

2009-06-16T23:36:00.003-05:00

No – not Mini Cooper!!

=) Hubby got me the mini HP Netbook recently. Actually it was the Friday after we got back. I needed something smaller so I can carry it with me to my classes and also for my blogging purpose. This little thing is supper awesome! I love the keyboard. It weights less than 3 lbs. Check it out =)

$349.99 @ BestBuy

And comparison of the size of my old Dell and my new babe =)

Isn’t that cool? Now I can put this babe in my purse and take it everywhere =) The Dell was pretty small too, but it was time to move on.

And some of the stuff I bought after I got back.

From Forever21 store – all these were less than $10.00!! Cool headbands, brush, earrings, and colorful Elastic hair tie thing

And I am changed my skincare to Philosophy. Introducing “Never let them see you shine” cleanser. This stuff works really well. It does not leave my face dry at all and it feels clean after each use. I love it. My skin is also clearing up, I can totally see the difference. $20 Sephora

I also bought the “Hope in the Jar” to try out. I got some sample from Sephora and it actually really good for my skin. It’s not oily at all and I only need to use just a little bit. It covers my entire face. This small jar cost $15 but it will last you at least 3-4 months.

I’m so ready for summer to get here =) Thanks for reading. I got more stuff to share with you on my next post and I’ll try to get it up tomorrow.

Troll Spray

2009-06-16T11:58:00.003-05:00

I recently saw a bunch of mean comments on one of the blog I follow, Little Miss Queenie. She is such a sweetheart and she is actually the person who inspired me to start blogging. I don’t understand why people can be so mean? I just don’t get it. I was happy because I have never received any mean comments.. well until this past Sunday. I was going to put my other posts up first, but couldn’t help bumping this troll post up. This is what I got from a visitor on my blog:

“Your blog is disgusting!”

Really? Are you serious? I am not mad, but I want you to know (if you are reading it) that I feel so honored that you actually took 2 minutes out of your precious life to make that comment. Thank you very much. Do you feel better now that you get to say that to someone you have never met and don’t even know? I believe that karma is a *itch. I may not know your name, but trust me honey that if I want to find out where you are, where you are from, all of your information, and your IP, I can easily do that. Why don’t you get a life? I have one that that is why I am blogging about it. You said my blog is disgusting, but you read it =) And it makes me very happy to see that you are disgusted by it because most people do not get that side effects from reading my blog. I can’t help, but think that the only reason you are disgusted is because you can’t have a blog like mine. Hehe..

Oh – and why are you such a coward? You didn’t need to post using “anonymous!” If you have balls to post that ugly comment, then have some balls showing who you are. Why are you hiding like a little *itch? I even leave my email address on this blog so if you want to continue this conversation – email me.

And for all my friends, followers, ppl who are just stopping by – I love you all and thank you for all your beautiful comments and love.

Don’t envy other people and how they live their lives, BUT live your life in the way that others would envy and want to be you =)

Laters!! Xoxo

KL

At Work and Bored

2009-06-10T09:14:00.006-05:00

=) I'm at work, but it's a bit slow today. I was going to post the blog I wrote last night, but I left my USB at home =( Oh well!! So - cleaning up my work emails and I found this "About Me" or whatever you call it email that was sent to me a while ago. I was going to write back to my friends, but I didn't have time.. so I thought I should post it here for fun.

You can copy it and post it in your blog if you'd like. I think it's cute - at least I can get to know you a bit and of course, you will get to know me from reading mine. hehe

1. What time did you get up this morning? 5:50am
2. Pearls or Diamonds? Diamonds!!
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? UP =) I thought it’s a great movie!
4. What is your favorite TV show? Law and Order (thun thun!!), Real Housewife of OC, and Royal Pains
5. What do you usually have for breakfast? French toast with yummy pate and coffee
6. What is your middle name? None - I have a Thai name and we don't do middle name
7. What food do you dislike? Italian food. I’m not a fan.
8. What is your favorite CD at moment? My Thai MP3
9. What kind of car do you drive? BMW 325
10. Favorite sandwich? Not a fan either.
11. What characteristic do you despise? Selfish and ppl that take advantage of others.
12. Favorite items of clothing? Pajamas
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? The Maldives and South Georgia & Falkland Islands
14 . Favorite brand of clothing? H&M, BR, Gap, and Martin & Osa..
15. Where would you retire to? Some islands in S. Pacific.
16. What was your most recent memorable birthday? My 25th bday.. I was in Hawaii =)
17. Favorite sport to watch? Soccer and Hockey
18. Furthest place you are sending this? None – it’s going on my blog =)
19. Person you expect to send it back first? No one..
20. When is your birthday? May 5th
21. Are you a morning person or a night person? I’m a midday person. Unless I’m on vacation then I’m a morning person.
22. What is your shoe size? 9 or 9.5 (Big Asian Feet!!)
23. Pets? Scooter (the Pug) and Mushu (the Brat!!)
24. Any new and exciting news you 'd like to share with us? Nothing – Life is a bit boring right now
25. What did you want to be when you were little? Flight Attendant.. And I did!
26. How are you today? Pretty good.
27. What is your favorite candy? Thai and Japanese candies
28. What is your favorite flower? White roses and Tulips
29. What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to? Right now, August 12 for our 3rd wedding anniversary.
30. What's your full name? =) Call me Tena
31. What are you listening to right now? The sounds of my keyboard.. click click click..
32. What was the last thing you ate? My breakfast
33. Do you wish on stars? Not anymore
34. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Blue
35. How is the weather right now? Gloomy and a bit drizzling
36. The first person you spoke to on the phone today? David
37. Favorite soft drink? Pepsi
38. Favorite restaurant? Sushi Tango
39. Real hair color? I just recently dyed it to brown, but you can barely see it though.
40. What was your favorite toy as a child? Never really have a toy – but I played with dogs a lot. We got a lot of them =)
41. Summer or winter? Summer all the way
42. Hugs or kisses? Hugs!
43. Chocolate or Vanilla? Vanilla
44. Coffee or tea? Coffee
45. Do you want your friends to email you back? Hmm.. if they want to they can post it on their blogs
46.When was the last time you cried? Too long ago – I don’t remember
47. What is under your bed? The last time I looked at, there was nothing there.
48. What did you do last night? Rearranged my dressing room, cleaned, and went out to get some stuff for Van's wedding shower.
49. What are you afraid of? Death
50. Salty or sweet? I like both
51. How many keys on your key ring? Just 1 =) for my car
52. How many years at your current job? 10 months
53. Favorite day of the week? During the week – Wed and Sat for weekend.
54. How many cities have you lived in? Bangkok, Pattaya, Rayong, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Eagan, Shakopee, Minneapolis, not counting being on called in Detroit, MI.
55. Do you make friends easily? I guess so
58. Any messages for the readers? Thanks for reading – and you should post this in your blog too!!

I'm glad it's Wednesday!! 2 more work days till the weekend!! I still have to post my trip posts. I think we took over 3000 pictures so I'm taking my sweet time to sort them.

And just because (in case my hubby came by my blog and oh.. he has one too, please check him out at Elite112) here is my current wish lists:

Gucci - medium Sukey with white leather trim

Gold watch ** =)
(it doesn't have to be a rolex)

And a beach vacation!!

Alright - I'm getting hungry so I'm going to go get some lunch. I'll get my other posts up when I get home tonight. Have a great hump day!!

Goodies from the Europe

2009-06-03T22:29:00.001-05:00

I didn’t do much shopping while I was in Europe. But I honestly wanted so badly to get a new bag. I was looking to see if they would have a new LV release while I am there, but nope – nothing and what they have didn’t really caught my eyes. Beside, Euros were outrageous! It was more expensive in my opinion. But.. wait!! I didn’t leave empty-handed. I brought some goodies back with me =) So.. without further ado…

From H&M (Purchased in Paris)

Hello Kitty Large Makeup bag

Black Makeup bag

Eye shadow

Nail Polish

I read from a blog some where that H&M in Europe and Asia carry Makeup and other cool accessories (not like the one at MOA) so I had to check it out. I love the store in Paris on Rue de Rivoli. It was less than 10 minutes walk from Museum the Louvre. It has 3 floors and they carry makeup!! I was just excited to see them so I got an eye shadow and nail polish to try out. Price wise – it was pretty much the same 3.90 EUR each and the bags were about 7-8 EUR each.

Next up – stuff from Sephora.

There were so many Sephora stores!! I was going crazy =) The big one was on Champs-Elysees. It seriously was a mega Sephora. It carries everything – I mean from Chanel, Mac, and other brands I haven’t seen in the US. However – it is not that much cheaper. Some of the products were actually more expensive. I only got a bit of stuff to use/try when I was there. Check them out =)

Lipstick – Lip Attitude Star in 05 (subtle rose shimmer)

Highlighting Compact Powder in Rose (10EUR)

Some Bath cubes

And my new addiction – Longchamp Le Pliage

The price/deals were too good to pass along – they were much much cheaper than over here.

I love them all!! The blue one I got for the summer (bought it from the Gallery Lafayette for about 85-90USD.

The light brown is from the CDG airport. It is the limited edition for the 125 yrs anniversary for the Eiffel Tower.

And the black one is from the AMS airport.

I’m now a big fan of Longchamp =) They are so lightweight, easy to care for, easy to put away, and they come in beautiful colors. I saw so many women carry them in Paris. They are pretty popular there. I am not a fan of the long handles though – I actually like them with shorter/handheld instead.

Ok –that’s it. I kept the shopping to the minimal this time.. but I managed to bring back a luggage full of food and 6 bottles of wine =) haha. Yep red wine are my new addictions now too.

Pictures just for kicks:

Mug from Van Gogh Museum

Some of the food (I had more – but I have been eating them hehe)

And my wine =)

ok – it’s getting late. I’ll have to finish up the rest of the stuff I got last week later. Only 2 more days of work!! yay!!!

Next post – Haul since I got back.

Delay Delay

2009-05-31T12:38:00.003-05:00

I was supposed to blog this before I went to Europe, but with the exams, graduation, and work – I didn’t have any time to do it. Here it is =) I want to shout out to my little sis/bf, Linh. I’ll start this post with the surprise I received from her on my birthday week.

Thanks babe!!! I love everything esp the journal =)

Now on to the gifts I received on my bday from my lovely friends and family.

Bottle of Moscato D’Asti, Cosmo Jelly beans, Burt’s Bees, Locks, Photo Album, Luggage tags, Chocolate, Earrings, and clutch.

Smashbox Runway Glam, necklace, chocolate, mascara, lip gloss, and phone charm.

Big Sexy Hair, a bunny =), gift cards from Sephora, Paper weight, and massage kit from Body Shop.

Here are the details of some make up and close up pictures:

Korres Mascara – Works great, but not a big fan of the smell.

Sugar lip gloss by Fresh =) This stuff is totally yummy!!

The Runway Glam Box from Smashbox:

I received a lot more gifts than what is showing here, but I didn’t take pics of all of them. I appreciate them all. My friends are too kind =) I’m so lucky to be surrounded by these lovely people. Thank you again for making my birthday beautiful. I love you all.

Next post: Stuff I bought on my trip and my shopping since I got back =)

Catch up Post

2009-05-26T08:04:00.001-05:00

I’m back!! But before I start my trip post, I need to do some catch up with a couple of things I wanted to blog about before I left on my trip. I didn’t have time to blog them, so I’m going to get them done now.

First of all – my graduation went well =) My hubby & MIL went with me to the ceremony. My parents called me right after so that was really sweet of them. Here are some pictures from graduation.

I also received very good grades on my last 2 classes as well =) Here are some pictures of my final project – Photography class.

Here are some small haul I did before I leave on my trip.

$35.00 Too Faced Eye Shadow Insurance Policy

The colors on the palette are great, but I really like the Primer. I think the primer actually works better than the Urban Decay Potion I got a while back. The tube is really easy to squeeze out and the tiny extra cover block air from getting in to the tube. Only a small amount is needed. I really like it =)

HUE Foot pillows for my trip and a passport cover I found at TJ Maxx.

The Body Shop – Tea Tree Oil Exfoliator $13.00 and Shimmer Cubes Palette 18 $22.00.

Lastly – Chanel Levres Gloss $27.00 in Mica. This gloss has like 7 different color. Super glittery. It’s nice to put it over your normal lipstick.

ok – I still got some stuff to unpack. I got lot of stuff =) so watch out for the next post. Chao!!

Big day!!

2009-05-14T08:01:00.005-05:00

The hard 2 Yrs are finally paying off!!

**Linh babe - I was going to do your post before, but all of my pics are still on my camera at home. I'll get it done though.. promise!!**

I'm graduating today =)

This past 2 years have been a bumpy road. Between working full time, being a full time wife, and all the bad lucks last year, I managed to pull it off. Life at SPC was very eventful. I love my instructors, esp. Sue =) I'll miss her.

I know to many people this accomplishment is only 2 years and I totally thought so too. Well -- until I went to pick up my gown and the lady handed me this.

Really???

It was unexpected! I know my GPA is up there, but I didn't think this school has such thing. I took it home and showed it to David. He is the one that got me excited and my parents were also super happy when I sent them these pictures.

Anyway - I'm just so happy to share. Now, I'm off to finish my last 2 years at Metro State Uni. It will be a long journey, but I will make it. Hopefully I will be able to achieve the same GPA I did at SPC. But - that will not be the end of the journey because I love being in school. I will cont. to go until I can't anymore =) I'm just going to have to take it slow, but I know I will get there.

Birthday Week =)

2009-05-11T22:50:00.002-05:00

Tuesday 5/5

=) I'm so delay on my posting.. urghhh I have been super busy with school and work. But anyway, my actual bday was last Tuesday 5/5. My TCAM family (work) had a potluck for me.

I also got some surprises from my parents in TH and my wonderful hubby... My friends at work are more excited than me.. They all came over to check the delivery out.
The left one is from hubby and the right one is from Mom & Dad

I miss them so much!! How pretty =)

From David <3

I love the color of this one.. so summerly.

Group shot!! I love you guys =) Thank you for remembering and thinking of me.

We went out to eat at Sushi Tango that evening. It was eventful. I got pretty ____ and went shopping at Sephora afterwards. Here are some pics from Tango =)

Some of the goodies from Sephora. This must have been the 8th time I went there.. and it was only the 5th of May!!

First of – Nars Duo Eyeshadow $32.00 in South Pacific. OMG I love the color combination. Super pretty. I grabbed the last box. =)

Next up – Benefit Girls Night In!!! Beauty bag $38.00. This is a super duper good deal bag. It comes with a brush, 2 eye shadows, a lipstick and free toys. You can’t beat the price of it.

Lady’s Choice Shade Lipstick

Talent Brush

Creaseless cream shadows (Skinny Jeans & Birthday Suit)

I’m totally loving Benefit Creaseless cream shadows. They are super easy to apply last all day long. I totally recommend it. I have a couple more things to post – I’ll try to get them done tomorrow or Wednesday.

Linh - next post is dedicated to you babe.. xoxo

Happy Birthday Koh Lepe!

2009-05-05T23:06:00.000-05:00

This was David’s Idea!! Princess Bday :)

I do need to lose some weight =(

Another year older *sigh*…

I had a great weekend. My birthday party took place on Saturday May 2nd at the Independent Uptown, Minneapolis. Hubby managed to rent the party/vip section for me. I think we had a little over 40 ppl there. I had so much fun and got soooo trash. Here are some of the highlights.

Nunu – Me - Cindy

Tou – Me - Goud

Noun – Me – SIL (Patna)

Me & Patty Me & Raffie

My Sugar Daddy!!

The Cake!! Notice one of the blue dot missing T___T

Gift from Hubby :) Cindy on the phone with DD..

Talking to My Nail Pimp – Mr. Tony. I was pretty much gone (notice the face..) I think asking him if I look pretty :) Love ya Tony!!

Gotta take picture with my blue shoes :) hehe

The girls – they are awesome! Nanz – Donna - Cindy

Peace out!! Thanks for looking :)

PS – I still have about 3-4 posts to put up before I leave to Europe. I have done so much this week.. shopping damage and preparing for my graduation. Stay tune :)

Preparing for My Sweet 17th Birthday!! JK!

2009-05-04T23:38:00.001-05:00

So I had my birthday party!!! :) Yes – It was so much fun. I was going to find sometime to post pictures of what I got for all my guests last week, but I was so busy and didn’t get a chance to. Well here they are. I’m also posting the stuff I got from shopping last week. As for the birthday post, I will put it up soon. Have to resize some pictures and get some HW done first for this week. But anyway I hope you all enjoy them!!

Cute little bags :) My hubby and I decided to include some travel feel into this birthday, so we cut out some of the pictures around the world from my travel magazines.

These are special prizes for the first 5 guests that RSVP – socks and foot lotion :)

Candies for the girls!

The rest of the prizes giving out to the guests. We had travel trivia game, About Tena, and Travel Bingo!

Blue & Pink – my favorite color

What’s inside the gift bag? Luggage tag, travel stickers, hand soap, and key chain with the girls initials :)

So Friday 5/1 – I went out for a little shopping. Gosh!! My excuses for going shopping lately have been graduation & my birthday. But I seriously need to stop or put it on hold because I have not been able to not get anything this year. I mean, anything I want – I got it. Sounds crazy, but it is so true. My current obsession is make up!!

The Balm – Holiday In Balm Springs. I love the set. Sorry I don’t remember the price.

Mini haul from Sephora :) Gosh I think I have been to Sephora every other day since the beginning of the year. How sad!!

I bought this Urban Decay – Urban Ammo Eye Palette $36.00. I have never tried this brand before. I like it so far even thought it is a bit too shimmery for me. I got glitters all over my face. But it works pretty well. I also got the famous Eyeshadow Primer Potion $17.00 as well. This is absolutely a must have. I am loving it. It really help make the shadow last longer. I recommend it!

I also saw Get Baked Eye Kit $28.00 at Ulta. I saw it kit on Sephora Website first, but the girl said they won’t be getting them anytime soon so I checked out Ulta and they have them. I didn’t get it though since the color were a bit too strong for me. However the price is totally a killer deal!!

Here are the haul from Ulta.

Bourjois Eye Shadow Powder $5.00 each in #6 & #10.
Orly Nail Lacquer. I think they were about $8.00. Quality is very good. Might beat OPI.
Almay Crayon Eyeliner $7.00
Lasplash Liquid Eyeliner $7.00 **I do not recommend this product** I will post picture later as to why. It was a waste of money :(
Powder Puffs $2.00

I also got my nails done on Friday. I picked the deep blue color because of the shoes I planned to wear. My friend did a great job. I love the way they turned out :)

Alright – I’m going to head to bed. Super tired!! I will have to up the rest of the blog some other time.

Things I Have Learned in Life ~ by Udom Taepanich

2009-04-28T08:15:00.008-05:00

สิ่งที่เรียนรู้เมื่ออายุปูนนี้ของ อุดม แต้พานิช ~

I was cleaning up my emails and found this email from one of my Thai friend. Love it :) It's so funny and so true. Stuff that usually happen to all of us that we tend to look pass or right through them. I'll try to translate them into English - I'm not really good at it..but I do hope you get the ideas.

1.มนุษย์ต้องการสิ่งที่ตนเองไม่มี -
We want what we don't/can't have.

2.เวลาที่เราวิ่งมารับโทรศัพท์จากที่ไกลๆ เมื่อถึงโทรศัพท์ เสียงมันมักจะหยุด เราจะ ช้าไป 1 จังหวะเสมอ - When the phone ring, doesn't matter how fast we run to get it - we usually miss it by that last ring.

3.ถ้าแอบรักใครอย่าฝากใครไปบอก บอกด้วยตัวเองจะดีกว่า -

4.เวลาสั่งอาหารไว้นานแล้วยังไม่ได้สักที ให้พูดว่าไม่เอา จะได้เร็ว -
If it takes too long for the food to arrive after we order, just tell the server we don't want it anymore. That will sure speed things up :)

5.ถ้าเรียกเก็บเงินแล้วไม่มีใครมาเก็บเสียที ให้ลุกขึ้นทำท่าจะกลับทั้งโต๊ะ จะมีพนักงานพุ่งมาทันที -
When we ask the server to give us the bill and they are taking forver to come by, just get up and start walking to the door. That will also speed things up :)

6.ปลูกต้นลั่นทมไว้หน้าบ้านไม่เกี่ยวอะไรกับความทุกข์ระทมของตัวเราเลย -

7.ระวังคนขายโรตี ที่เพิ่งเดินออกมาจากป่าละเมาะ, พุ่มไม้, ซอกตึก, อย่าตัดสินใจ ซื้อจนกว่าเขาจะล้างมือ

8.ไม่มีสัจจะในร้านตัดเสื้อ -

9.ระวังคน ที่แสดงออกว่าเป็นคนดีมากๆ -

10.อย่าซื้อทุเรียนมาปอกเอง -

11.หนังสือดีคือหนังสือที่เราชอบอ่าน, หนังดีคือหนังที่เราชอบดู -
Good book is the book we enjoy reading it and good movie is the movie we love watching it.

12.อยากให้คนอื่นรู้เรื่องที่เรานินทามากๆ อย่าลืมย้ำบ่อยๆ ว่าอย่าบอกใครนะ -
When you are gossip about something/someone, just keep saying "Don't let anyone know or don't tell no one" and that will sure spread the news.

13.อย่าทิ้งกระดาษชำระไว้ในชามก๋วยเตี๋ยว คนล้างจะเสียความรู้สึก -

14.เรียกยามว่าซีเคียวรีตี้ การ์ด ยามจะตั้งใจโบกรถ -

15.อย่าซื้ออะไรที่ต้องเอามาซ่อมต่อ -
Don't ever buy anything to come fix it yourself :)

16.รถในเมืองไทยพวงมาลัยอยู่ทางขวา แต่ฝาน้ำมันไม่อยู่ขวาเสมอไป -
The sterling wheel is on the left side, but the gas nozzles are not always on the same side..

17.ไปเที่ยวต่างจังหวัดกับเพื่อนไม่ต้องเอายาสีฟันไปก็ได้ ยังไงเพื่อนต้องมี -

18.ตลาด อ.ต.ก. มาจากคำว่า เอเวอรี่ติง เกินราคา -

19.เวลาดูหนังโรง ควรจำว่ากระปุกน้ำอยู่ด้านไหน -
Remember which side we put our pop/soda when we go to the movie :)

20.ตัดผมวันพุธได้ ไม่บาป

21.คนไม่กินเนื้อ ไม่ได้แปลว่าเป็นคนดีเสมอไป

22.เวลาบ้วนน้ำยาลิสเตอรีน ออกจากปากให้หลับตาด้วย

23.ปูอัด มันทำจากปลา -
Imitation crab are made from fish.

24.กินก๋วยเตี๋ยวจากตะเกียบไม้อร่อยกว่า -
Pho taste better when we use the wooden chopsticks

25.อย่าไปจ่ายตลาดเวลาหิว เราจะซื้อมาเยอะเกินจำเป็นเสมอ

26.ในโลกนี้จะชอบมีคนมาทักอยู่ 2 ประเภทเท่านั้น ประเภทแรก อ้วนขึ้นนะ กับประเภทที่ 2ผอมลงนะไม่มีใครเข้ามาทักว่าปกติดีนี่ไปทำอะไรมา -
There are only 2 things people usually say - 1. You are fatter/bigger and 2. You are skinner/thinner. No one ever say anything when you look normal.

27.คนที่เอาหมวกตำรวจ หรือชุดตำรวจแขวนไว้หลังรถมิใช่เพราะบ้านเค้าไม่มีตู้ เค้าไม่ได้ลืมเค้าแค่กลัวคนไม่รู้ว่าเขาทำอาชีพอะไร

28.คนที่มีรถทะเบียนเลขเดียวเรียงติดกันหลายๆตัว เป็นคนธรรมดาเหมือนกับเรา

29.คนที่มีความรู้มากๆ เขามักจะใช้ความรู้ขังจินตนาการ

30.ฟู่ฟ่าเดี๋ยวก็วาย เรียบง่ายอยู่ได้นาน

31.จงอย่าอิจฉาคนอื่น แต่จงใช้ชีวิตให้คนอื่นอิจฉา -
Don't get jealous of no one..but live your life in the way that others can get jealous.

32.เวลาที่เปิดหนังสือให้เพื่อนดูหน้าที่ตัวเองพูดถึงมักจะหาไม่เจอ -
We can't seem to find the page of the magazine/book where we left off when we need it.

33.ขนมและน้ำในโรงหนัง จะแพงกว่าข้างนอก -
Food/drinks at the theater is always more expensive then the ones from near by gas station.

34.ห้องน้ำผู้หญิง ผู้ชายเข้าไปดูเป็นพวกโรคจิต,ห้องน้ำผู้ชาย หญิงเข้ามาดูเป็นแม่บ้าน.

A Rainy Sunday…

2009-04-26T23:56:00.001-05:00

Lunch with hubby was so good. I had Bun Bo Hue :) You know no matter where I tried it, no other Bun Bo can seem to beat the one from Saigon. Ahh I miss that place. I wish I can go back there soon.

So I finished my Photography Final Project!! Woo hoo :) I’m super excited to be done with it (finally!!). After the painful month, that day is finally here. We didn’t do anything else beside going out to lunch today. I was going to go pick up the rest of the prizes for my bday for the girls, but it was too rainy so I came home :( Ahh I hope it doesn’t rain for the rest of the week. So – here are the rest of the stuff I picked up:

Chanel Makeup with a bunch of freebies :) I love my new SA.

First off (Free samples stuff)

Mascara – Inimitable. I tried it today and I was disappointed. I was not as good as I thought. It was very crummy and did not separate my lashes well :( I guess I’ll stick with my Clinique and Smashbox.
New Hydramax Moisturizer Gel Cream
Make up remover
The Hydramax Serum

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Now – on to what I bought… Loose Powder :) $52.00. I love it! It feel light on my face. I love make up but it is nice once a while not having to put the foundation on..so this stuff is perfect for that.

Next up my 2 new favorite lipsticks :) ($28.50 each). I actually tried on #37 first. It’s much lighter and sheer than #74. I was going to get them both, but I don’t know what I was thinking – I told SA to grab me 37 only. Then I went to MOA to Sephora to look for “Get Baked” Eye palette from Urban Decay and guess what!! They don’t have them yet :( I felt bad and decided to walk over to Nordstrom and get #74. I hope my SA won’t be mad at me. I love them!!

Comparison (#74 & #37)

Pictures of the makeup. I told SA to go light. Color use on me were the summer collection Lumires Facettes. I added some falsies on when I got home. They are from Target – not sure of the brand.

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Okie – it’s getting super late. I’m going have to say goodnight for now. I still have some more pics of my bday favor to put up. I’ll do that on my next post.

I’ll get better at it

2009-04-26T11:21:00.001-05:00

It takes some practice – but I’ll get better at it.

I have been so crazy lately about makeup. I have tried several brands, but I have to say that my favorite is still Chanel. I went shopping on Monday and Wednesday. Got some cool stuff – both for the trip and just because :)

r2 shoes 29.99 (it was on sales!)- These guys turned out to be so uncomfortable :( I don’t know if I should try this brand again. My original plan was to take them to Europe with me, but now I’m having a second thought.

Wednesday – I stopped by Sally Beauty supply and DSW and picked up these babies :) Note** the shoes were too good to pass on. It was a great deal also -Restricted $27.99. They are super comfortable, but then I need to get a few more pairs of jeans that are short enough to wear with them.

Some falsie - $3.49 and they are actually better than Revlon lashes.

And a surprise from Hubby :) Thanks babe.. xoxo

I’m going to have lunch with my babe now – I have more stuff to post after I get back :)

23 Days and Counting…

2009-04-21T18:25:00.001-05:00

Wow- the trip is creeping up real fast and I haven’t done anything else yet! I mean – I have not book any tickets for anything else beside hotels and train from London to Paris. Oh ohhh!! Well it is because I have been busy with school and my birthday party planning. Actually Dave is planning my party, but I am helping him out :) I don’t want to write so much in this post because I got tons of pics to post… so here we go.

PS – I try really hard to type Thai, but sometime Thai Keyboard is not accessible :(

Here are some pics of the rest of my shopping last 2 weeks.

First off – I finally found my Europe bag!! :) I wanted a cross body bag a while ago. I was going to save up and buy Louis Vuitton Damier Bloomsbury PM, but then I couldn’t justify spending another $1000 on a bag just to go to Europe. I know I will end up with something in my hand :) So I decided to go with this baby instead!

Meet my Longchamp Planetes Tonal Small Messenger Bag :) $168.00 from Nordstrom.

Next up is my new 8GB SD card from New Egg. I can’t remember exactly how much, but I believe it was around $29.00. Haha—now I have 10GB…so about 1500+ photos that I can take on my Europe trip!

My SLR I’m taking with me.

Sephora Color Play Palette $22.00 (great deal!!) & Smashbox Eye shadow Trio in Multi-Flash $28.00 (also from Sephora).

My Smashbox Eye Shadow – flash on and off

That’s it :) I bought some clothes too, but I won’t be adding any of them on this blog until I can loose some weight. I want to be able to model in front of the camera..as for now – Chao!!

But I Thought Spring was here!

2009-04-20T23:53:00.002-05:00

It has been a crappy day! Actually it was a crappy weekend :( I haven’t had time to blog the past 2 weekends. So this will be a long one. Hang in there!! :) hehe..

So – I have been super busy with my photography final project. It sucks!! I don’t know what the hell I am doing. I know how to take pictures, but my problem here is with my instructor. Sometimes I feel like he is racist! He has never been nice to me. He always got something to say every time I make a comment about something. Not like other students that he listened to and give me some useful advice. I don’t know – maybe I’m just thinking too much eh?

Anyway – 4/11 my DH decided that it’s time for me to upgrade the phone! I haven’t bought a new cell phone for a very long time. I went through so many of them though from MDA, BlackBerry, and most recent DASH. I have been with T-Mobile for over 10 years now and not looking to change the service. I’m very happy with them, but man their phone selections suck so bad. Well a couple of weeks ago I saw this phone “Samsung Memoir” Oh BTW – I’ll now list the price of the stuff I blog on my page to give people idea of how much stuff costs (esp in today economy). I hope it will be helpful (maybe a little bit?).

Retail is about $499.00 (without contracts)I think. **Photo credits T-mobile website**

The only problem about this phone is that it’s full touch screen and it does not support Wi-Fi. I think it would have made a great phone, but it probably will annoy the hell out of me having to log in to check email all the time. Well – we didn’t leave empty handed!! I was debating between the Memoir and white G1. Guess who came home with me? :) Hehe I’m now part of the “Cool” G1 geeks! Presenting my newest love!!

$179.99

Now DH & Me both have the same phone haha!! I bought his when it first came out. Remember running to the store after work. He loves it and now I’m beginning to understand why :)

And here are the rest of the stuff I got last weekend and also some pictures I took with my SLR during my project photo shoot.

This Lip Buffer is Amazing!! If you have chappy lips like mine and nothing in this world works to make those ekky dead skin go away, I recommend trying this out. You can find them at Bath & Body for $7.00. This is new formula, kinda minty – but still works!

Some Chanel make up I recently got. Oh –and I’m going to this event thing with my new SA this Sat (4/25)! I’m sure I’ll be bringing home more stuff to blog about :) Stay tune for that.

Rouge Allure $30.00 in Naive – Great lipstick – long lasting.

Aqualumiere Gloss $27.00 and comparison to the one I already have. Sorry forgot the name of the second one ;( Bon Bon is super light pink! Very shiny and glossy. I love this color!!

Flahs on & Flash off

Also – picked up Ombre D’Eau eyeshadow too! Color # 40 “Source” $32.00. It can be found on the summer 09 Cote D’Azur Collection.

And here are the pictures of my Sunday 4/12 near Minneapolis, MN

To be continue…….

Full!

2009-04-11T22:53:00.009-05:00

My favorite person and our puppies

Its Sat and what's better than a good dinner somewhere :) Yes!! DH took me to our favorite sushi, Sushi Tango for some yummy dinner. It was lovely. We saw Chan and he totally hook us up (as always). I'm posting this blog using my new toy which I will post pictures of it later on... here are some pictures of the our dinner.

Crab & Cucumber Appertizer & Plumwine Cooler

The Sushi :)

After...

Yummy dessert

Is it me?.. Or the car?

2009-04-09T08:54:00.002-05:00

Bad luck?

I was driving to work yesterday, minding my own business on my usual route to work. I had to stop on the corner of this highway to turn right and all the sudden someone just hit me. Yep – he rear ended my car!! My babe that just got out from the body shop like less than 2 months ago. I was so shaken up. Not again – seriously!! I can’t go through that again. I was so upset when I got down looking at her. I started examining her; luckily I didn’t see anything major with her. There are major scratches though, but nothing major that I should file the insurance. I am seriously starting to think that my car and I don’t get along. We always in some kind of accident together since Diane got into it last year in May. I do have to admit that I don’t like driving that much. I just hate being on the road. The ways people drive sometime annoy the hell out of me. I’m not saying I’m the best driver in the world, but seriously though:

Driving to close to anther cars – tailgate
Breaking all the freaking time
Driver super fast in the neighborhood
Loud music with windows down – usually ugly cars

I have a nice car and I would like to keep her that way. Stay the *uck away from me. I don’t race with anyone. I don’t try to cut you off. It’s not your freaking road so don’t act like you own the damn thing. As for that dude that smacked me, I will just let it go. He won’t get so lucky next time.

No more accidents please!!

Comments

2009-04-02T12:54:00.001-05:00

I had to delete my old blog and export the whole thing to this new blog. Thank goodness it let me use the same url :) I don't know what was going on with the old one because I just couldn't get the comments to work :( Well - it is fixed now. I just hope that ppl won't leave me any nasty comments now that it is on. I guess I will just have to delete them out if that happens to be the case.

Preparing For the Trip Part I

2009-04-01T20:30:00.002-05:00

Stuff I need to (try) to pick up before I leave for the trip:

I need a pair of good, comfy shoes.. probably a good tennis shoes or something. (X 3/30/09)

**Got it!! Just picked up these guys for myself and a pair of Asics for my husband (no pics). They are very comfortable. I love the blue color on them. I got a good deal on them :) $59.00!!

A bag – messenger like or cross body (avoiding pick pocketing in Europe). Something like these guys ?? But I don’t know if I want to spend another $1000 getting a bag before I go on the trip. T____T (X 4/18/09)

Some clothes.
A device to store my pictures on. I don’t want to take my notebook with me, so I need an extra SD cards or something. (X 4/10/09)
Twilight Series. I just bought New Moon, so I still need to pick up Eclipse and Breaking Dawn.
Movies & Games for my I-Pod and PSP.

That’s it for now. I’m sure I’ll come up with more soon.

Team Edward :)

2009-03-31T00:25:00.000-05:00

Yes – I have became obsessed with Rob Pattinson!!

Why do you have to be so HOT? !!! I went a little crazy and got these guys last Friday.

**Note – GQ is actually my husband’s..but it’s now mine haha!!

New Moon – I have never read book so quick in my life. Only 3 days and I’m already at 200 pages. I’m planning to buy the whole series to take along with me to Europe.

Taken from “The Complete Illustrated Movie Companion”

This is my favorite scene in the movie :) Edward – you are so adorable. I wish you and Bella are RL couple :) You guys are HOT!!

**Thanks to my wonderful hubby who forever understand my new fantasy and obsession over Rob. He just got me a poster :) hehe**

What a deal!

2009-03-25T22:03:00.000-05:00

*warning – don’t try this if you are: picky, have high expectation, and don’t believe in taking chances.**

I was complaining that I couldn’t find a hotel in AMS that would fit in my budget a couple days ago..haha.. guess what! I booked it! Yes!! I took my chance by placing bids on Priceline website. I was playing with the numbers and totally not expecting to get anything decent. My first bid was $60.00 for a 5 stars :) It came back “DENIED!!” haha.. So I tried it again with $65.00 and I still got denied. Then I changed a few things to see if I can play with my luck. I selected 4 stars instead with the starting bid of $80.00 – guess what! I still got denied. I was ready to give up and thought it was really getting stupid. So one last chance, I entered $85.00 for the same 4 stars request. TADA!! I got it!! It was accepted by Nh Amsterdam Centre, the exact one I originally looked at. The actually price on the website is going for over $300.00 and I got it for $102.78 (including taxes and fees). Isn’t this wonderful? I am so excited. The hotel is like 7 minutes walk to the museum. So the hotels are all booked, both London and Amsterdam. For Paris, we are going to stay with Dave’s cousins so we don’t have to worry about getting a room :) I’m getting excited, but not nervous yet. I’m sure I will be though :)

This is Not Easy…

2009-03-24T23:14:00.000-05:00

So – I’m stuck. I don’t know where to stay in Amsterdam! I have been searching for a place to stay (for just the one night) for almost a week now, and so far… I have not find anywhere that fit my plan. We are only staying in AMS for a night. We land around 4pm and then leaving the next afternoon at 130pm. I know for sure that I want to do these 3 things:

Van Gogh Museum
Canal boat cruise
Rjijksmuseum

People from AMS and here are telling me that everything is super close to each other and the city is very easy access by walking and taking the trams. But really?? Not that I don’t believe them, but do I have the time to fit all 3 in my itinerary? So..I’m stuck. Until I figure out where we are going to stay in AMS – I don’t think I can skip the plan and move on to Paris (which I really should be planning first since we are going to be there for like 5 days). I’m driving myself crazy :( What should I do?

So – I have been following Little Miss Queenie’s blog for a while now :) She is so cute. I saw her blog about the movie “Twilight” and heard everyone talking so much about it. I didn’t care for it and was planning not to see it since I thought it was just that kind of vampire movie blah blah. Anyway, I saw the preview on the TV over the weekend and man it looked really interesting. :) I went to Block Buster and rent it last night…came home and watched it. Queenie was right – it was a good movie :) So romantic..ahh dreamy!! And Edward Cullen is totally HOT :) Now I know why she loves the movie (and I’m too falling in love with it). I think I am going to get the DVD and then the whole series that came out.

He is a cutie :)

I can’t wait for my trip!!!!

We are going to Europe!!!

2009-03-22T09:50:00.000-05:00

I should have up this blog 2 weeks ago when my DH surprised me, but I have been so busy that I didn’t get around to do it.

It was totally unexpected! I was searching for a vacation spot for us since Jan. We were planning on going to St. Thomas or Bahamas last weekend, which was our Spring Break. But then everything seem so full of people and too spendy. So I decided to wait. Dave was fine with that, but then I started thinking that May is going to be a big month for me since my birthday is on May 5th and I’ll be graduating on May 14th. I already planned to get away for the weekend to celebrate – but I haven’t decided where to. Then NWA sent me this promotion in the mail – Cash & Miles. I started looking up some tickets, thinking of going back home, but then it wasn’t available for some reasons. I was playing around and found a really good deal going to Europe the day after my graduation :) I was so excited and asked Dave if we could do that. He wasn’t 100% sure with his school and work schedule. I was pretty sad, but I was like whatever. The next thing I know was Dave came home early on Thursday night and then handed me this Orlando, FL trip for 10 days.

I was so confused and looked at him like what the heck is this? He said “Well..this is the best I can do.” I was like “uh.. what are we going to do in FL for 10 days? You are crazy!! and I am not going!!” I was such a brat. After I said that I threw the paper back at him. He started laughing and I was like what the hell is so funny? Then he said “How about this?” I turned around and there was a pocket book of “Top 10 things in Paris” with a little white piece of paper inserted in the middle.

My heart just drop.. the paper shows the itinerary of our Europe trip! I started crying so bad and jumping up and down. I was just so happy!! I can’t believe we are going there : ) haha..

So – there it is :) We are flying to London first to meet up with my BFF, Fin. Then we are taking Euro Star train to Paris. We are going to be in Paris about 4-5 days then flying to Amsterdam. We will spend a night in Amsterdam and fly back. I’m super excited and I can’t wait. I started planning the trip already. This is the best gift ever!! If anyone know my life is about travel and taking pictures :)

You are the best husband babe!!

My Other Half

2009-03-15T20:55:00.000-05:00

Waimea Bay, Hawaii - April 2007

Love

does not consist in gazing at each other,

but in looking together in the same direction.

- Antoine de Saint-Exupery

I use to think that there is no such thing as soul mate, I knew I was wrong when I met David. My life with David has been a wonderful journey. When I look at us today, I still can't believe that we have been together for almost 6 years. Time went by so fast when you are happy :) It feels like it was just yesterday that we met. Our love doesn't age along with us and we still do the things we used to when we first met. There are so many things that I love about my David, actually - I love everything about him! I love the way he smiles, the way he kisses me, hugs me, and the way he calls me "Babe" :) I think one of the things we do that keep us strong is the way we look at our relationship. David is my best friend, my brother, my teacher, my family, and my life. I love the way we are and I would never ask for more. I can't wait to continue to walk on this road with you babe. I love you so much - you complete me. Without you, I'm nothing. Thank you for loving me the way you love me. xoxoxo

ไม่เคยคิดเลยว่า ชีวิตนี้แอมจะได้มีความรักจริง ก็ไม่เคยคิดไว้ว่าต้องการใคร แบบไหนมาเป็นคู่ชิวิต ไม่เคยคิดเลยด้วยว่าในโลกใบนี้ จะมีอีกครึ่งหนึ่งของเรา คนๆที่เรารอ แล้วเขาก็รอเรา มาพบกันแล้วกลายเป็นคนๆเดียวกัน แต่ตอนนี้แอมเชื่อแล้ว.. จริงๆเชื่อตั้งแต่วันที่บอกเดวิดว่ารักนะ ความรักของแอมที่มีให้เดวิดไม่หวาน..แล้วก็ไม่ได้เป็นรักแรกพบด้วย แต่..มันเป็นความผูกผันที่เราสองคนมีให้กัน มันก็บอกไม่ถูกนะ รู้แต่ว่าเดวิดเป็นครึ่งหนึ่งที่แอมตามหา แล้วก็เป็นคนที่ทำให้ทุกอย่างสมดุล ไม่รู้ว่าภาษาไทยเขาว่าไง..แบบว่า เดวิด complete ชีวิตแอม แล้วเมือ่มีเขาแอมก็ไม่ต้องการอะไรอีกแล้ว ทุกวันนี้แอมมีความสุขมาก ไม่เคยคิดว่าจะแอมจะโชคดีถึงขนาดนี้ เราอยู่ด้วยกันแบบเพื่อน แบบพี่น้อง เรามีหวานบ้าง แต่ไม่ต้องบอกว่าเราห่วงใยกันทุกวันด้วยคำพูด แต่เราก็รู้ว่าเรารักกัน ความไว้วางใจ เชื่อใจ เคารพ และ ความซื่อสัตย์ เรามีให้กัน..โดยที่เราไม่ต้องบอกด้วยปาก การกระทำที่เดวิดทำตั้งแต่วันแรกที่คบกัน มันเป็นข้อยืนยันว่า เดวิดเขารักแอมมากแค่ไหน

แอมดีใจและก็มีความสุขที่สุดที่มีคุณ มาเป็นคู่ชีวิต คุณคือทุกอย่าง คุณเป็นเหมือน ตา ที่ช่วยให้แอมมองเห็นโลกอีกรูปแบบหนึ่ง คุณเป็นลมหายใจ ที่ช่วยให้แอมมีชีวิตอยู่ต่อ คุณเป็นสายฝน ที่ทำให้ทุกอย่างเย็นลง และสงบเวลาที่แอมว้าวุ่น คุณเป็นทั้งเพื่อน พี่ ครู แล้วก็เป็นหัวใจของแอม ขอบคุณที่รักกัน ขอบคุณที่รักแอมอย่างที่แอมเป็น

แอมรักคุณนะเดวิด..

I love you babe....

The Happiest Day

Why Women Always Need More Shoes...

2009-03-08T20:37:00.000-05:00

Oh yeah!! We do need more shoes indeed.

Especially when you can score good deals, why not?

DH, SIL, and I went to the Albertville Outlet Mall yesterday for some shopping. I had to stop by NineWest to see what they got. You know it, I walked out with 3 pairs. I don't think that was bad. I actually got some colors this time. Here they are and excuse my feet :P

เดี๊ยวนี้บ้ารองเท้ามากๆ ไม่รู้เป็นอะไร เดือนที่แล้วก็ซื้อไปหลายคู่ เมื่อวานไปเอ๊าเล็ตมาเลยไปสอยมาอีก 3คู่ แหะๆ แต่ดีนะที่มัน ออนเซล ไม่งั้นคงจ่ายเยอะกว่านี้ ชอบสีขาวกะสีคู่สีฟ้ามาก ดูสวยดี แต่ยังไม่รู้เลยว่าจะใส่ไปไหนอ่ะ บ้าไง..เลยซื้อมาไว้ก่อน รูปแอมลองก็ขอโทษด้วยที่ขาเราไม่สวย (แต่ก็ยังอยากจะโชว์)

I love this shot :)

I also got these last weekend.

HP W 1907 Monitor 19". It was on sales at Best Buy and I'm totally loving it!

คือว่า มอนิเต้ออันเก่า ก็ยังใช้ได้แต่ว่าแอมตาบอกไง เลยไปซื้ออันใหม่ แต่มันดีนะเพราะว่าเห็นชัด และสีก็สวยดีมากมาย คราวนี้จะได้มีอารมณ์ทำอะไรซักที

This Evian will be super handy when the hot summer days come. I actually started using them after I wash my face, just spray it, wait like a minute then blot it off with tissue. Great stuff!! As for the lash I am not sure how it is yet. It was pretty spendy and I got the Stila tint for free. OMG I think I have been going to Sephora probably every week :( This is so bad!! They have great stuff though. Whoever invented this store is a genius! I can spend hours in there (and probably buy the whole store).

ไอ้สเปรนี่ไปซื้อมาจาก Nordstrom เมื่อก่อนตอนที่อยู่เมืองไทย คุณแม่ให้เพื่อนส่งจาก England ให้ประจำ พอแอมมาเจอที่นี่ รีบซื้อเลย จะได้เอาไว้ใช้ตอน summer นี้ อันนี้ขวดเล็ก ก็พกพาไปไหนสะดวก เดี๊ยวนี้ นอกจากจะบ้ารองเท้าแล้ว แอมยังจะบ้าร้านเคื่องสำอางอีก ร้านนี้ชื่อร้าน Sephora เป็นแหล่งรวบรวมเครื่องสำอางหลายยี่ห้อ อาทิเช่น Dior, Clinique, Smashbox ไรพวกนี้ มีอีกแต่จำไม่หมด เมื่อวานเลยไปเดินดูของไปเรื่อยเปื่อย หาเรื่องเสียเงินอีกแล้วเรา.. ได้ขนตาปลอมมา ยี่ห้อนี้ SA แนะนำมาอีกที เขาบอกว่า มันเป็นแบบ ธรรมชาติ ไม่หวือหวา ดูน่ากลัว อีกอย่างกาวมันเป็นสีดำ เวลาใช้จะดูแนบเนียนดี แอมใช้ขนตาปลอมแค่ไม่กี่ครั้งเอง โดยส่วนใหญ่แล้วเพื่อนจะเป็นคนติดให้ ไม่รู้เหมือนกันว่าจะทำเองได้หรือเปล่า เดี๊ยวลองดู ร้าน Sephora นี่ดีอยู่อย่างนึงคือชอบให้sample คือเวลาซื้อไร ก็จะมีของแถมให้เอาไปลองใช้ตลอด คราวนี้ได้ครีมของ Stilaมา แต่ไม่เคยใช้ (แอบกลัวหน้าพัง) แต่เดี๊ยวจะลองเสี่ยงดู

This atomizer is the 2nd one I got from Sephora. It works so well. All you need is your favorite perfume and spray it though the funnel and you are all set. I also got this creamy eyeshadow. I don't know who it is from, but it's working well -stay on pretty long.

อันนี้เป็นขวดใส่น้ำหอมแบบพกพาสะดวก ใช้ได้กับน้ำหอมทั่วไป เขามีกระจวยอันเล็กให้ ทำก็ง่ายๆ แค่ฉีดผ่านกระจวยเข้าขวดก็เรียบร้อยแล้ว แล้วก็ได้ไอ้ eyeshadow แบบครีมมาด้วย แต่ไม่รู้ว่ายีห้ออะไร สีสวยดีนะ เหมาะกับผิวแอมเลย และก็มีอะไรอีก..พวกครีมยี่ห้อ Murad แล้วก็มีตัวอย่างน้ำหอม Gucci ให้เดวิด

That's it for now. I'm off to enjoy another day off before I have to head back in for work :( I'm so not looking forward to this week. My boss is out of the office and I have to manage all the accounts by myself. There will be many challenges ahead!! I hope I survive.

ไปละ...พรุ่งนี้ต้องไปทำงาน เซ็งมากเลย หัวหน้าไม่อยู่ หนีเราไปเที่ยว ฮาวาย ปล่อยให้เราทำงานคนเดียว เซ็งเป็ดง่ะ แต่ก็ต้องพยามให้ผ่านอาทิตย์นี้ไปให้ได้ สู้ๆๆๆโว้ย

Sushi.... me love <3

2009-02-27T22:27:00.000-06:00

I never liked raw fish - actually anything raw until May 2008. After I got laid off from CWT, DH would take me out to have sushi at least once a week. He told me that I should try something new, at least give it a chance. I thought why not? Life is short, so I ordered the "Spicy Tuna" for the first time. OMG !! It was the most amazing thing I have ever eaten! It was so good and it immediately became my favorite sushi. I enjoy sushi so much now that I have it at least once every 2 weeks. It is not cheap either, but what the heck - I only live once.

Eat good - and - Live good!!

My favorite sushi restaurant is Sushi Tango. We usually go to the one in Uptown, MPLS. If Tango is busy, then we would go to Fujiya. They have pretty good sushi, but Tango actually beat them for Tuna Tataki and the dynamite rolls.

Pics from Tango -

Special rolls from our favorite chef, Chan. They either were masago or tobiko? But one side was the wasabi kind. The cracked open eggs on top are quail eggs. It was pretty hard to eat, but I just stuffed it and ate a bunch of ginger afterwards. It was pretty good.

Chan's creation of dessert!! They were so good.

PS. ** the special rolls and dessert were complimentary from Chan :) He always treat us so well.

These are from Fujiya. They were just "okay" that day.

A Great Weekend!! (Part II)

2009-02-25T22:44:00.000-06:00

After we picked up DH's new toy, he took me to pick up some make up at Macy's. I told DH that I saw this mascara from Clinique from Little Miss Queenie's blog. Her lash look so nice and long and I thought I should try it too. Haha -- but I picked up the wrong one! I didn't remember that I was supposed to get Lash Power Mascara and not this one I bought! But that's ok because the one I bought also works really well. I like that it has this tiny brush that help separate the lash. And it was only $14.00.

I also bought the last Chanel Spring color as well :) Thanks to DH! My (new) Chanel SA gave me a bunch of sample of this new serum. It's also a line from Precision. Maybe it will be good for the summer instead of using my Shiseido Skin Care.

Why do I love Chanel Makeup?

I recently became a fan of Chanel makeup. I have used the Precision line before (since 2000), but switched to Boscia about a year ago. I'm currently with the Skin Care from Shiseido and hoping to go back to Chanel before this summer. Anyway - I love Chanel makeup because you get what you pay for. I mean the color, for eyeshadows for example, stay on all day/night. You only need to put it on once. Well- I'll just have to start a new blog about my make up later on :) I like this spring color though. They are very nice - silver, brown/gold, dark brown, and light pink (and it was the last one, one of their LE).

And here are some pictures of DH's new toy and Nancy's bday party at Mandarin Kitchen.

The watch IRL look so much better. I hear <3 Rolex on their craftsmanship.

Nancy's Bday party (Bday girl is in Purple :) and on the side note, that drink - UV in fish bowl- was super good!!

A Great Weekend!! (Part I)

2009-02-24T21:17:00.000-06:00

I had a great and eventful weekend. We did a lot of things, including 2 birthday parties. That was a lot of fun!. Well, on Friday, before going to Tony's to get my nails filled - we stopped at this new Thai restaurant near Tony's shop. The name is Naviya Thai Kitchen. OMG-- it was horrible and expensive. I have never had bad Thai food before since I moved to Minnesota from TH. This was the first time and I was so mad. First of all, it was way too expensive. We had 2 main dish, an appetizer, and 2 pops. Anyway - the bill was over $50.00!! I have never paid that much for a local, so so restaurant. This place wasn't even in DT or anything. The other thing that really bugged me was the food. I really don't like it when I order Thai food and find things in the food that do not belong there. In another word, I don't like finding things that are not part of the ingredient of the dish. Who the heck put **Green** broccoli Tom Yum Shrimp? And big yellow onions? How embarrassing is that? The food tasted so plain - nothing about it was "Thai" at all. I was seriously disappointed. I'm going to write a review about it on Urban Spoon so people know what to expect. ร้านนี้แย่มากๆ ต้มยำบ้าอะไรใส่บล็อกคอลี่ กะหอมใหญ่ว่ะ??

Anyway - after that awful dinner, I got to go get my nails filled. I miss Tony :) So it was really good to see him. Gosh, it's been over 10 yrs now that I have known him and he is still the same guy, nice and sweet :) So here are some pictures of my new nails.. hehe.. I'm loving them! (Photo credits to DH's G1).

Yea - these are black tips!! They are pretty cool looking. I was going to paint them all black, but Tony told me to try this out first since he though all black was a little too much for me. I think it's different. Besides, I already got tons of compliments that they look super classy :) awwwww... hehe! We didn't do anything after we left the nail shop. It was snowing, so just came home and went to bed early.

SAT -- I woke up early! Cleaned a bit and then DH had to go get his hair cut. I didn't want to wait, so I went over to Pier1 to look for some stuff. I found a bracelets/earrings hanging thing (pic to follow) and also a reed diffuser. The lady charged me the wrong price though :( But I didn't realize it until I got into the car. Oh well!! After that DH told me that Osterman called and told him that my ring is in!!! Yes - I'm getting my baseball field back today. I was so sad to part with it since there are 2 bdays and I felt like showing it off. I was super excited and we went to the store right away. When we got there, Kevin (store's mgr) and Phil (our SA) were there. DH was just browsing around, looking at some pre-own Rolex. I was just smiling looking at Phil, the next thing I know - he was behind the big Rolex counter. I was just laughing because he was looking for the watch that DH tried on the other day. Kevin must have told him. Phil brought the watch out and told DH to try it on for fun. He said "Life is short David. Here put it on, just for kicks!" I was standing there laughing at hubby. I could see his face trying to resist the offer. But he just couldn't! He put it on. We love our SA, Phil. He is SO great at what he does. He just really fun to work with. He knows what to show us and doesn't mind us playing around. DH was just in aww the whole time with this Rolex. I can tell that he really is falling in love. We were just talking and the next thing you know, Phil took out the Daytona out. This babe is solid gold, super heavy, and OMG so pretty! Check it out :)

Price tag on this Daytona? Hmm about $37K (maybe a little bit more). Well enough to buy me a new BMW 1series.

T____T No, it did not come home with me.

But---------- we didn't leave empty handed.

Well remember my last blog about DH and his new expensive collection? Yep, we brought home with us this beautiful babe. You know I didn't get DH anything for V-day. I didn't even know what to buy since this year DH has already bought a lot of stuff for himself. I kind of ran out ideas on what to buy him. So this watch is perfect. I love it on him. He look so good with it!

At the check out counter

He look so happy :)

Ok - I wrote a lot already. I have better pictures of this new babe that I took with my SLR. I'll have to post them in part II!!

Dave's New Addictions...

2009-02-18T22:21:00.000-06:00

Beside cars ~ Mini Coopers, Scions, and BMW's my hubby has some new addictions. The addictions that can be pretty expensive. I'm talking shoes and watches! :) Here are what I currently own (not including baby-G and other watches).

From left to right...

Rolex Datejust with Jubilee Dial - DH got it for my 25th bday :)

Tag Heuer Link with pink mother pearl - Wedding gift from DH

Toy Watch - I couldn't justify spending another $5000 on J12 (I'd rather have another Rolex) so DH bought me a white plasteramic Toy Watch to play with instead.

Here are my husband first (new) addiction

Tag Heuer Formula 1

Tissot - T-Touch

G-Shock Gulfman

G-Shock G-Lide

G-Shock (Some special addition Anniversary watch)

Now - the last 3 G-Shocks are all recent acquired. I told you he saw some new toys when we dropped the ring off -- yep here it is. Rolex Datejust with black mother pearl. I told him to think about it really hard. It will be a big buy, but I think he is ready for a Rolex though :) We'll see.

DH's new addictions also include "Shoes."

These are the Adidas "Porsche Design"

Some may call us crazy for all these - but we are the type of ppl who just want to enjoy life. We only live once and we want to live for today and be happy.

My Baseball Field

2009-02-17T20:40:00.000-06:00

No - not the actual baseball field, but this is what my coworkers refer to my engagement ring as. I think it is funny and when I first heard it, I couldn't stop laughing.

Jon - "Hey -- What happened to your baseball field?"

Me - "Huh?"

Jon (pointing at my ring finger) - "Your portable baseball field!"

Me (started laughing, but answered with sad face) -"oh-- there are 8 loose diamonds on her. So I have to part with her so she can get fixed"

Jon - "That's must be tough! How many days?"

Me - "9 days!!!!"

Yep!!!! That's correct :( It's going to take at least 9 *reaking days for them to fix it. It was unexpected and totally a surprised. I just got this ring the end of last August. They said that the setting of the ring and after some time, it gets a little loosen. WTF?? I don't know. Whatever!! Thank goodness I have warranty and insurance on this baby so even if I miss any diamonds on it, it's still going to be covered.

So - what does this baseball field look like?

Some more pics of this beautiful babe. It feels so weird without her :(

And this is her most recent picture with my wedding band on (taken on V-day)

Well - I guess I'll just have to wait till she gets home. Oh ~ look like we might be bringing a new toy for my DH home soon. He saw something he really likes when we went to drop the ring off. I'll tell you on my next posting.

Smelling good...

2009-02-17T19:56:00.000-06:00

It's hard for me to find the "right" scent. I have a really hard time buying perfume. I don't like just anything, it has to smell good. These are what I currently use. I have my summer, fall, and winter scent (no spring). Starting from left to right...

Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf (Winter)

Burberry Brit by Burberry (Fall)

Butterfly by Hanea Mori (Summer or Fall)

Moon Sparkle by Escada (all season)

And.. the newest family (thanks to DH)!!

Ocean Lounge by Escada - This is going to make a great summer scent.

I have to admit that I like flowery and fruity smell. I don't like anything to manly or too strong. It has to be subtle and sweet. I bought Gucci Envy (the pink one) because I thought it smells good. But once I had it on me, it gave me a big headache. I ended up giving it to my little cousin instead. I have to say that by far my favorite is the Butterfly perfume.

My next car?

2009-02-15T23:37:00.000-06:00

Well - back in December, I got my baby into an accident :( I wasn't hurt, but sadly - she was. The day before that, hubby and I went to the Motorworks BMW in Bloomington to just *look* around. Well, I saw this BEEWWWTIFUL white Range Rover Sport :) OMG she was soooo pretty. She was shiny!

No, I didn't take her home with me.. but it was like I jinx myself because I got into the accident 2 days later :( Poor baby - this is her accident this year. I was planning to sell her or trade her maybe next year, but since it is her 2nd accident, I may have to keep her a while. Anyway, hubby asked me what I would want for our (my) next car.. I don't know. There are so many of them I have in mind... lets see...

A white Range and white M3 make a cute couple :) Don't you think?

I'm in love with Nine West

2009-02-15T22:17:00.000-06:00

When I went to Chicago with Dave back in August I managed to pick up a couple pair of Nine West shoes. I heard about them before, but I thought they were quite expensive. Well, I was one of those who doesn't like to spend money on shoes. Little did I know that those couple pair were my start up collection :) hehe. So since August 08 till now, I have bought total of :)

I know this is really bad!! Last weekend I picked up 2 pairs and the week before that I picked up a pair from DSW. But!! They are so comfortable though. It is money well spent. I don't think their price is outrageous. I mean some of their shoes are price too high, luckily those are the ones I don't really like. These I picked up, however, are mostly for work and for the bitter winter weather here. So~ these are what I currently own, starting from the first pair to most recent:

Pick these up from Chicago on 08/08

This pair came from Nine West MOA 08/08

We went back to Chicago on 09/08 and I got this pair home :)

Bought these at the end of Jan. Hey~my other boots need to retire so I had to get them.

And the newest family members to my NW collection :) These were picked up last weekend (2/7/09)

Notice** they are all black :) I know! I only do color in the summer.

Valentine's 2009

2009-02-15T14:10:00.000-06:00

I have been MIA for a while... the usual stuff, work and school :( I'm back now though and promise to be more active on this blog. Oh - I decided to change this blog to just be about me kinda thing blog. It will not be just about my shopping and stuff anymore. :) This way, I can just write whatever I want :D

Yesterday I woke up and was on TPF all morning. That is how I relax :) I was checking out the "Damier Neverfull Club" and I was in aww the whole time. I really want this bag, but I was trying to think if I am ready for the next purchase yet? I just spent almost $600 in Oct over the stupid Burberry bag that I don't even like. All the sudden I heard my husband saying, "I think we should go get it!" I was like what?? Are you serious?? He said it is Valentine's and he wants to get me something I like :) I still wasn't sure about it.. then I started thinking well I really like it and I have been eyeing on it for almost 6 months now. So I picked up the phone and called the LV store in Macy's Downtown MPLS. Pam, my favorite SA, picked up the phone. It must have been faith :) So we left to go pick her up. I was playing in the store for like half an hour... trying different things on. I looked at the Tivoli PM. I think it was too small for me. Beside, I'm not a big fan of the patina turning its color either. It was just an ok bag. Then I tried on the PM and my hubby asked me to try on the GM as well. OMG - the GM was soooo big on me. It was huge!! I fell in love with the PM size right away :) but still managed to walked over to look at the Hampstead MM in Azur. My hubby loves it!! He thinks its a stunning bag. I like it too, but again I don't know about the white and the patina. So I went with the Damier Neverfull MM instead (maybe I'll see the Hampstead on my bday??). Hubby wanted me to also get something to hang on the bag, charms, scarves, or little cles. I wasn't interested in anything and didn't want to run the bill any higher. So we left with the bag only. So here are some pictures of the newest LV family :)

I just love them :)

So beside the NF, I also picked up a few more things. T__T I have been a bad girl.. spending a lot of money this month. But oh well ~ It is once a year kinda thing right? So here are other things I got :)

Cute little charm of a crown ~ Yep I'm a princess :)

This is a bag holder. I'll use it when I go to restaurant and stuff. **Notice a blink missing :( So I'll have to take it back to Nordstrom and exchange it. I hope the have the same color though.

A cute wallet that was in the sales box :) It's my first MJ piece.

And something for my hubby for Vday :) I don't like it that much, but he loves it (for some reason) so I got it for him. He has been collecting G-Shocks since Jan this year. He already bought 3 of them!! And I thought I was bad!!

My First and Last Burberry Bag

2008-12-28T12:11:00.000-06:00

My Fall bag purchase - Oct 2008

Ok, so I am writing this in December of a bag I bought in October :) a little crazy I know.. but I thought I would share anyway.

I first saw this babe on http://www.burberry.com/ I totally reminded me a purse I used to have a few years ago. I love this bucket look a like style. I went to Burberry store at the MOA, but they didn't carry any. I finally found her at Nordstrom at MOA though. I thought she was super cute IRL. My girl went with me that day, she didn't like it - so I didn't get it. A couple weeks later, I went back with my hubby to look at her again. Hubby said it looks really nice and if something I would be using everyday, then I should get it. I figured - what the heck! I just got my new job and I think I deserve it as a late bday/new job bag :) haha.. so I bought her and took her home with me.

Now -- the sad part of this bag is coming. Right after I got home, I was so excited to take her picture to put up of TPF. Here she is in her Nordstrom bag (I didn't get the Burberry bag, but did got the dust bag though).

Ready???

Here she is... Introducing Medium Check HOBO

I was happy when I first saw the bag, until I started examining her more and more when I got her home. The web site advertised and described the bag as "Made in Italy", but the one I have here said "Made in China!" *#&@(%^&%*!!!! I was so upset when I saw it. If I would have known and looked at it closer at Nordstrom, then I would never taken her home with me. I am not against China or anything, but I just felt that I was misleading. Burberry is not a brand to be compared with Coach. If I wanted something that makes in China, I could have bought Coach instead. Anyway - I'm just disappointed and I'll probably not going to buy any Burberry bags again.

Merry Christmas ~ Goodies from hubby :)

2008-12-25T22:53:00.000-06:00

Even though this year has been a little rough for us, my honey still manage to get me 2 wonderful gifts. They are both what I have been wanting to get. I love them both...

I found this big bag next to my tiny xmas tree when I got home...

What could it be? The bag is pretty big, ya know?

Could it be..my new Uggie Boots??

Yay!!!

Yes!!! I love them so much. Ugg makes the most comfy shoes ever. My old pair is getting really dirty and worn out. This baby is spanking new and she is the tall size instead of mid like the other one. Thx babe -- you read my mind :)

On to my next gift... something I collect. guess??

Presenting - Burberry Watch Charms

I have been eyeing on this babe for a while. I told myself that I would never get anything Burberry again, but this one is really too good to pass on. Hubby wouldn't tell me how much it was, but I knew it was a pretty good deal. Macy's is turning over their watch department and many fine watches are going on sales right now. Regardless, I think it is cute and it is going on my watch collection. This year has been really difficult with everything that happened. My hubby totally made it up :) I would be happy even if he didn't get me anything. I'm so lucky and just so happy that he thought of me :D

Merry Christmas all!!

My first LV Purchase 1-13-08

2008-11-09T00:08:00.000-06:00

I have been interested in Louis Vuitton since I was like 12. I always wanted to own one and every time I see someone with a LV bag, I drooled! Louis Vuitton is a very famous brand name for leather goods. Women go crazy when they hear LV. Anyway, I have been asking myself that if I were to get an LV, what I would get. I like speedy a lot. I think the shape of speedy bags are very cute! I like the roundness of it and I can dress up or down and be happy carrying her. How about line? Of course I love the regular monogram pattern, but because the color of patina would change over time and there are so many fakes out there with them, I went for Damier instead.

May I introduce.. Miss Damier Speedy 30!!

Nice paper bag :)

Big box is for Tena and little one is for David!

Tada!!! Isn't she lovely?? And look at the billfold! He is also cute :)

This bag has been great so far. I have only taken her out probably less than 15 times. She is the most expensive bag I have ever bought so I am very careful with her. As for the little billfold, my husband has been putting it to work since day one. Isn't the pattern of Damier is TDF??!!!

Purpose...

2008-11-08T23:50:00.001-06:00

I love buying things. I love to shop.. yes just like every girls do. I think one thing that make me a little different is that I am difficult to fall in love with something. I don't stick with one style or brand. I like and I buy because I like the shape, size, and most importantly, the color of the item. Yep, color and shape are the main reasons I attract to stuff. I don't know why, but if I see something in blue.. my eyes will immediately command my brain to go touch that item.

I want to start this blog to write about things that I buy - sort of a review I guess. Also write about what I own, things I plan to buy, and have it be my "BLOG" for just anything. I work hard for things that I own. I tend to spend toward certain things, but for something I'm super cheap at. I know that many ppl might say that I am somewhat "Materialistic" but I don't think I am. I like finer things, but I am not out of control that I only can buy certain brands, only use high-end brands, or have issues if I can't get them. I am not so like that at all. I just think that we all need to live a little. Do what makes us happy because we don't know when we will leave this world. So.. spur a little won't hurt right?!