This Is Closer to Home

You are a Dreamer

You tend to have your head in the clouds. You love to be drawn in to a whole other world.You are a sensitive person. You find it easy to be emotionally effected by books.You are a person with a few deep interests. If you're drawn to something, you learn everything about it.You are a person who loves to acquire possessions. You can't resist a sale, and you own a lot of things.

The Book Test

Blogthings: 100's of Fun, Free Quizzes and 3 Stupid Ones

How did they know? Lol. It's truly me. Oh well.

And speaking of possessions, shoes are among them. I know I already own one too many but I still think sometimes that I lack a pair or two for some occasions. Isn't it hoarding or just plain shoeaholic? I think, it's the latter. And lately, although I may say otherwise, I've been hoarding bags as well. Hopefully, it won't reach to a point that I have to keep weight loss program as well.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Keeping Up to Beat

I’m a bit out of tune when it comes to shoes these days. I haven’t checked what are the latest nor have window shopped. You see, I’m planning on curbing my expenses and we all know that the more you window-shop, the more you crave and be tempted to buy a pair or two. I want to feel contentment with what I have but I guess that’ll have to end soon as I have to keep this blog going.

And with keeping up to beat, I might as well check the fast weight loss there is just to be aware of it.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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A New Week

We have settled back into a routine after the holidays. There aren’t many changes so it’s not hard. It’s home work home for us. I love it. I know it may sound boring but I feel contented and relaxed.

For now, I’m looking forward to the weekend as it’s going to be a three-day one. A trip to the beach for the Australia Day has been a tradition and it’s something to look forward to. Hopefully, it will be an overcast day so we won’t get sunburnt and eventually have to hunt for the best anti wrinkle cream.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Postcrossing

Today, I experience again a passing inspiration. I was in my fellow bloggers site and I read something about postcrossing. I got interested that I looked it up and signed-in right away. Now, I have one post card to send to Germany.

In this day and age of everything instant, receiving a snail mail is a novelty. A novelty that I dearly appreciate. Sure you can print an email, an e-card but where’s the personal touch in it? I don’t know if it’s just me but I don’t like keeping printed emails and ecards. Printing and keeping recipes are much better viewed.

I have a long time friend in the Philippines who’s been sending me cards ever since I left. She’s just so thoughtful. And like me, she appreciates the snail mail better than email.

I appreciate the internet (what when I’m doing some research on acnezine) but for me it’s not always the easy and nice way – when I’m on my soft-heart side.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Plans for Aussie Day

Since The Tatapilla was born it has become our tradition to go to the beach on Australia Day. It’s just been for 2 years and it has always been on the Sunshine Coast – Mooloolaba.

Usually, we have to leave early to avoid traffic although we know of a back route that doesn’t get crowded as everyone is on the main highway. But getting home still requires more patience as although we try to leave early we are not the only people who do that so chances are the road is already congested.

We live on the bay side – not literally but only less than half an hour drive from the bay. And I thought, this year I’m sure there are some programs on our shire. True enough when I check, there is. So I proposed to Mcj to just go to the nearby beach and actually see the programs and the fireworks rather than driving all the way up (as if we are looking for the best weight loss supplements).

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Big Loud Totes

Although I have promised myself not to spend on something that I don’t need this year and focus on our project back in the Philippines, I still dream of buying some stuff that I like – shoes, bags, jewellery, clothes, etc.

Let’s talk about bags. I like one that is a bit big – square/rectangle maybe and structured – and also loud – green, orange, yellow. Something sturdy too to hold a custom water bottles incase we get one for The Tatapilla.


KRISTIN PHOTO PRINT GIRL TOTE
Part of the sophisticated Kristin Collection, this is the tote she’ll use as her go-everywhere second-bag.
Polysatin with metallic cowhide trim
Inside zip, cellphone, multifunction, pen pockets
Open closure, fabric lining
17” strap with 9” drop

new PEYTON LEATHER TOTE
Irresistibly soft leather, deep hues, and roomy styling in a go-everywhere size.
Leather with patent leather trim
Inside zip, cellphone, multifunction pockets
Fabric lining
Dogleash clip closure
Two outside gusseted pockets
16 1/2” handles with 8 1/2” drop

Entourage Stud tote
Carry this cute little studded shopper tote in style around town, with all of your everyday needs.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Sacrifice

By Elton John

Ever since I heard this song back 10 years or so ago, I fell in love with it. Back then, I didn’t know what the meaning was all about. I just like the rhythm and melody. I’ve been playing it almost everyday. If I’m going to setup an online backup, this one would definitely be on the list of files that I will include.

On the final note, I hope every man or woman who’s on the point of betraying the trust of their partners would hear this song and do the right thing. Be it a Sacrifice or Not!

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Goal for 2010

A couple of years ago, I was really enthusiastic on photography until our much loved DSLR was stolen from the van. It was heart-breaking but we’ve moved on. We have been camera-less for almost 6 months – which was very hard especially if you’re blogging and pregnant – can’t capture the moment when I was on my heaviest.

We decided to buy a cheaper compact camera before the baby arrives – that we don’t want to miss the moments.

But now, I want more. I want a new DSLR. I know this is a big ask, but I really wish for EOS 7D Digital SLR Camera. I think, it’s the aspiring photographer’s ultimate wish.

An 18.0 megapixel Canon-developed CMOS sensor together with Dual DiG!C 4 Image Processors combine to deliver outstanding image quality with fine detail and brilliant reproduction of colour and tones. Features also include 19 point Auto Focus, with an ISO range expandable to an incredible 12,800 and Full High Definition movie recording making the new Canon EOS 7D an essential for the promising enthusiast.

But I can settle for this. Or the same with what was stolen from us. And I will put it in my car as I have insurance (yeah, I am past getting car insurance and life insurance quotes). The van where the camera was stolen was un-insured.


10.1 Megapixels, CMOS sensor
DiG!C III Image Processor
ISO 100-1600, 1⁄4000 second shutter speed.
2.5 inch LCD Display for LiveView
Bonus 4GB SDHC Memory Card (XG4900)

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Last Purchase for 2009

When my girlfriends and I met last December, it was a good time for shoes shopping as there was a 50% sale in Nine West. I went in there thinking of buying a bag but ended up buying these.

I also tried all these before deciding to get the pair above as if they’re all pop displays.



They’re definitely good buys – very versatile. I use them for work and leisure. I really take care of them as if they’re fine china. I want them to last until next summer.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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Changed

Sort of.

When I saw this quiz, I just need the urge to give it a try. You know, my husband has been calling me a non-conformist most of the times a couple of years after we got married. I haven’t heard that word for the last year or so. I think I have changed – mellowed down somewhat but I still believe I am a true-blue non-conformist.

You Are 57% Non Conformist

You definitely have your freak flag out, and from time to time, you wave it. You have some pretty strong opinions, and you're not afraid to express them.

Are You a Nonconformist?

Blogthings: Learn Something Surprising About Yourself

For one, I don’t go with fashion. Whatever is comfortable is good for me. I don’t exercise to keep me fit – no ellipticals or sorts at home. I eat whatever I want, which thankfully is not leaning on to sweets. I don’t have a sweet tooth.

I am a non-conformist but a quiet one. I don’t voice out or disagree publicly with somebody. To me, to each her own so let me be and I will let you be. MYOB. Period.

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It's All About What's In Down Under | Permanence in Change | I Am A Shoeaholic | A Juggling Act | Healthy Living | The Life of a Tatapilla

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