One Week!

There is only 1 week left until i jump on a plane and head to London Baby!

I have had this trip planned for sometime now, but it has only just started to set in that I am off on a huge adventure.... alone!
I am leaving the man in my life here, and taking off on a 6 week adventure.

First stop is England followed by Scottland, Wales, Belgium, Amsterdam, through Germany into Austria, down to Italy where I'll be visiting Venice, Rome and Florence. Into Switzerland for a quick trip and then back through France into Paris - The City of Love and back to London.

I will be doing 2 Contiki Tours. The first one is of Great Britain and the Second is of Europe.

I cannot wait to see the architecture and view the amazing history England has to offer. I am a sucker for "pretty" things and I am sure I am going to have massive excess baggage on the way home.

Who knows - I may not come home!


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Lazy Weekends

It's that time on a Sunday afternoon when you dream of jumping on a plane and going somewhere fabulous for the week. Why would you want to if your outdoor area was this amazing? I am lucky enough to have a pool and tropical paradise only a step from the back door. If you are not lucky enough, this heat would no doubt be making you think about putting in a pool and transforming your backyard into a tropical escape. You'll never want to leave the house!

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Golden Globes 2010

The Golden Globes have come and gone for another year. It rained, it poured and along with the storms it bought some hits and misses on the red carpet. The rain was a stylists worst nightmare, and hair and dresses were put to the test.

With the film business being a multi billion dollar empire , it came as a shock to many to see that they had not put up tenting over the red carpet. Women were left holding the train of their dresses while some just put their best foot forward.

The men looked dashing in their suits. Hugo Boss was a stand out designer amongst the men. Impeccably tailored suits were a must.

My best dressed award goes to Kate Hudson. The form fitting Marchesa design was AMAZING! The simpleness of her hair and understated make up gave her a classic, sexy screen godess look which won over millions.

Pastels were a big trend seen on the carpet this year. Pink was a hit along with purple. Celebs following these trends were Emily Blunt who wore a dusty pink, strappless Dolce & Gabbana gown. Diane Kruger chose a raspberry Christian Lacroix gown with stark white accessories.
I thought this was a huge risk and it paid off.

Best Actress In A Television Series (Comedy or Musical) winner Toni Collette followed the "golden" them of the night, in a simply stunning Ellie Saab dress. Her simple accessories and up-do complimented the dress.

Purple was another winner on the carpet favored by many. Fergie rocked this violet hue with her sultry looks and mane of dark glossy hair. Fergie chose Ellie Saab no doubt for its fit and the gorgeous beading under the bust which emphasized her slim waist and brilliant breasts.



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Christmas Cheer

I was finishing up my Christmas present shopping yesterday and while I was enjoying my Sushi lunch I couldn't help but notice how stressed everyone seems to be. OK I understand dragging children to the shops to do the present shopping for the in laws and picking out a nice ham and turkey is stressful- but I cant help but feel cheerful and excited when I brave the shops at this time of the year.

This time of year with the giant Christmas trees and decorations glittering all over the place. Its a happy time. School children singing carols, seeing the long line to sit upon Santa Clause's lap.

Maybe I am just a big kid at heart!

Summer Time

It's Summer. Today was a sticky 37 degrees.

All I could think of today was dreaming I was on a majestic Island - clear, turquoise water lappping at the shore line. Coconut Trees rustling in the warm breeze. Soaking up the suns warm rays and collecting seashells in a frilly bikini.

I am a dreamer. I have been since I was a young girl. "A wild, yet captive imagination" one teacher in Primary School told my Parents.

Island life would be a wicked lifestyle. I can see why India Hicks loves it so much...
Jealous or what?!






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Sorry

I do apologize for my time away from my blog. I have had to have some time off from everything! It was hard.

I will be back in full force now. I hope you are all well and looking forward to the Christmas / New Year Break!

x C

Stir Fry

Dinner tonight was a yummy Stir Fry.

I started by browning my diced chicken pieces in a hot wok with garlic and ginger - grated and fresh! Slice finely a medium red chili removing the seeds and add to wok.

Remove the chicken from the wok and add 2 sliced carrots, 3 chopped stalks of celery, 1 small broccoli pulled into small "trees", half a red cabbage sliced, and 2 bunches of baby bok choy chopped roughly.

Add 1/4 cup of water so the veggies start to steam.

Add a good splash of soy sauce, teriaky sauce, oyster sauce.

Let the veggies steam until they are still crisp but slightly softer.

served with basmati rice.



This was a hit. Even though only a few flavours were used, the intensity of them is all you need.

Enjoy!

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Im Back

I know i have been neglecting my blog over the past 2 weeks or so with work... but... The Perth Royal Show is now over!

I can come back down from my fairy floss sugar coma and head back to reality and normal working hours.

I will be back with some awesome new photos and posts, I promise. So stay tuned!