A while ago I decided that when my follower's list hits the cute number 20 I'd give out some more information about myself. Nothing too much, because not knowing everything makes it more interesting sometimes. So, here are twenty things about me as an individual being...just a few new hints:
♥ I'm an only child.
♥ I grew up without a father figure.
♥ My heart was broken twice, one time real hard but all is good now.
♥ I believe I lived in the 1930s and 40s (I know crazy!).
♥ My great-grandfather worked with Einstein.
♥ Coffee runs through my veins.
♥ Home to me is where I grew up, have passports from, and feel most likely like ME; ... Switzerland, Turkey, and southern California. In no particular order.
♥ I love anything with coconut in it: soup, desserts, shampoos, body lotion, nail polish (yes it exists), lip gloss, etc etc
♥ I am one of those people that simply dislikes chocolate (in any kind of form).
♥ Anything spicy is heaven for me. When I cry it's real good. Anything without a cry is just simply not hot (or good) enough!!!
♥ I'm a big city lover. So much more fun. So much to do and see. You won't get bored.
♥ My favorite ice cream flavors are vanilla, green tea and visne (sour cherry though from Turkey!)
♥ My favorite cities/areas are San Francisco, Los Angeles (going more north to SB), Philly, Istanbul, Berlin and of course Luzern.
♥ I pop my knuckles. Bad I know but I can't seem to stop that habit.
♥ Boredom is my best friend and also my worst enemy.
♥ I own at least about 20 pairs of flip flops. I wonder why. Must love them.
♥ Red roses are NOT my favorites, actually I don't like red flowers in general.
♥ Balloons aren't my thing.
♥ I swear. I admit it. Sometimes too much. I'm not proud of it but it's what it is. Sorry.
♥ No matter how old I am I decided to stay 24 forever. This may change but 24 is a good number!! ;-)
Hope you are having a great Friday.
Tomorrow, August 1st, is our national holiday over here. Not looking forward to it. You may wonder why. I am a patriot but for some reason I don't need to blow things up or ruin lives or demonstrate. It's supposed to be party time or at least time for some festivities but for once I have to work (yes, it sucks but that is my current life), and second, I don't think I'd be in the mood for any fun stuff right now. I feel blue. Yes, the summer misery is still in full bloom, but it's not that. I think stress sort of worked its way towards my stomach and it's been a real blast having stress and my stomach collide all the time. Needless to say, I feel sick. Hmmm.... vacation needed? Again?? I wish!!!!
Happy early weekend!
July 31, 2009
July 30, 2009
Letting it dry
It's 80 degrees right now and it looks like as if it's going to rain. I love overcast skies and warm air at the same time. Some people think it's sad because the sun's not shining but we all know, or now should know, that even though we don't see the sun the sun's still there in all her strong glory. Maybe even stronger than we think.
I'm also letting my suitcases dry. Why?! Flooding occurred in our basements and everything's pretty much ruined. However, the suitcases and a couple of other nicely stacked things were not damaged. They just need to be dried. The whole basement smells awful and I wonder what fresh scent could get rid of this gross odor. Can't come up with one. They all seem to be too weak.
Saving money has been fun so far. I don't go out anymore, or not as often. Plus, I get to read more and sit back and do pretty much nothing but indulge in my own little misery. Ok, the latter part is not a lot of fun I admit. However, it's shown me truth, and it's taught me things so far I'm sure I'll be using in the near future. With that said, I'd like to end today's blog entry with this:
...when you sense a faint potentiality for happiness after such dark times you must grab onto the ankles of that happiness and not let go until it drags you face-first out of the dirt - this is not selfishness, but obligation. You were given life; it is your duty (and your entitlement as a human being) to find something beautiful within life, no matter how slight.
I love quoting from books. To me it means that I'm actually reading a book and not just reading the lines but also reading in between the lines and see how it affects or can have an effect on my own life. Very inspirational. Truly needed. And do I have to mention where this quote came from??! I hope not. And if nothing comes to your mind go back and read some of my most recent entries...I know I mentioned the book!!!
Have a terrific day.
I'm also letting my suitcases dry. Why?! Flooding occurred in our basements and everything's pretty much ruined. However, the suitcases and a couple of other nicely stacked things were not damaged. They just need to be dried. The whole basement smells awful and I wonder what fresh scent could get rid of this gross odor. Can't come up with one. They all seem to be too weak.
Saving money has been fun so far. I don't go out anymore, or not as often. Plus, I get to read more and sit back and do pretty much nothing but indulge in my own little misery. Ok, the latter part is not a lot of fun I admit. However, it's shown me truth, and it's taught me things so far I'm sure I'll be using in the near future. With that said, I'd like to end today's blog entry with this:
...when you sense a faint potentiality for happiness after such dark times you must grab onto the ankles of that happiness and not let go until it drags you face-first out of the dirt - this is not selfishness, but obligation. You were given life; it is your duty (and your entitlement as a human being) to find something beautiful within life, no matter how slight.
I love quoting from books. To me it means that I'm actually reading a book and not just reading the lines but also reading in between the lines and see how it affects or can have an effect on my own life. Very inspirational. Truly needed. And do I have to mention where this quote came from??! I hope not. And if nothing comes to your mind go back and read some of my most recent entries...I know I mentioned the book!!!
Have a terrific day.
July 29, 2009
Chill. Read. Learn. Chill Some More.
About 434 new blog entries were waiting for me to be read. I'm down to 153 and it's been a crazy afternoon. I enjoyed it though. New ideas and inspiration occurred while reading wonderful blogs about life, love, happiness, culture, fashion and art. My eyes are sore but it was worth it - every single bit.
Oh, I went to work today...for sure. I came home early and decided to just sit back and enjoy the afternoon. It's 90 degrees outside and even though I love the heat I wanted to stay inside. Reading always inspired me, and as I mentioned in my earlier blog I get easily inspired by one particular book. Eat. Pray. Love. is just one of my favorites. I could read this over and over again. Love it. I'm so happy one of my best friends gave it to me. Love her for that. Thanks A. It's an amazing book and I'm sure it's guiding me towards the right path(s).
Not only do books inspire me but also such great pictures just like this one.
Do you see a common theme here?! Purple perhaps?! Yes. I just love the color purple. The book, the movie and definitely the color itself!
Picture credit goes to photobucket. As always. ;)
Oh, I went to work today...for sure. I came home early and decided to just sit back and enjoy the afternoon. It's 90 degrees outside and even though I love the heat I wanted to stay inside. Reading always inspired me, and as I mentioned in my earlier blog I get easily inspired by one particular book. Eat. Pray. Love. is just one of my favorites. I could read this over and over again. Love it. I'm so happy one of my best friends gave it to me. Love her for that. Thanks A. It's an amazing book and I'm sure it's guiding me towards the right path(s).
Not only do books inspire me but also such great pictures just like this one.
Do you see a common theme here?! Purple perhaps?! Yes. I just love the color purple. The book, the movie and definitely the color itself!
Picture credit goes to photobucket. As always. ;)
July 28, 2009
HOT
Another HOT day today.
I'm working from 6.30am and yes, I'm already awake.
Couldn't sleep so I decided to go online to post some more pictures of Barcelona...
...nothing in particular just random shots throughout the city.
The old port of Barcelona. This is the only picture I took which has the city's name on it.
Wonderfully colorful house called Casa Comalat. We almost missed it.
This is one of my favorite pictures. I love this building.
Unfortunately it was being renovated so we couldn't see much.
Though just from the outside and from across the street it looked amazing with those cute palm trees guarding this courthouse.
This was our little escape after a long and exhausting day filled with tons of shopping and sightseeing...mainly done at the same time! My feet still hurt from all the walking. No kidding.
Though enjoying a good glass of red wine or even whiskey made us relax.
Have a super Wednesday!
Mine will be short. Thank you. Going in early, and leaving early again.
At least that way I get to enjoy some of the sun and heat we're supposed to be having today.
Can't wait!!!
I'm working from 6.30am and yes, I'm already awake.
Couldn't sleep so I decided to go online to post some more pictures of Barcelona...
...nothing in particular just random shots throughout the city.
The old port of Barcelona. This is the only picture I took which has the city's name on it.
Wonderfully colorful house called Casa Comalat. We almost missed it.
This is one of my favorite pictures. I love this building.
Unfortunately it was being renovated so we couldn't see much.
Though just from the outside and from across the street it looked amazing with those cute palm trees guarding this courthouse.
This was our little escape after a long and exhausting day filled with tons of shopping and sightseeing...mainly done at the same time! My feet still hurt from all the walking. No kidding.
Though enjoying a good glass of red wine or even whiskey made us relax.
Have a super Wednesday!
Mine will be short. Thank you. Going in early, and leaving early again.
At least that way I get to enjoy some of the sun and heat we're supposed to be having today.
Can't wait!!!
Changes (Thanks 3 Doors Down)
Today I started catching up on my blog-reading.
It's funny how something like this can become part of your life. Maybe not a crucial one but one that makes you start your computer and read daily stories and find inspiration. It's become routine to me. While I was away for a while I missed it. Not that I was bored. No! Though, the routine was broken and that somehow hurt. I'm glad to be back. Reading and writing has always inspired me. Doing what I love doing at this very moment makes today a good day.
Blogs I read today or caught up with (and I'm sure you are familiar with some of them):
Oh, Mishka
The English Muse , as always one of my top favorites even while she's gone
A CUP OF JO
La Mia Vita
Girl With The Golden Touch
Pink Sass
Must Find Toes.
And yes, it seems as if my summer misery is still around.
I've had a blast in Spain, and a wonderful day yesterday shopping. I did get a couple of things (as if I wasn't shopping in Spain - my friend wondered why I even agreed on this shopping trip!), ate delicious lunch, had interesting girl talks, enjoyed the sun, and decided to start a new chapter in my life as of today. Baby steps but better tiny steps than no steps at all.
So, today, I started saving money again.
How?!
- First of all, I put away my credit and debit cards. I only use cash.
- My bills are paid, at least for right now so no worries there for the moment.
- I try to limit my movie sessions...not once a week, maybe only every other week. I'll save up to 15 to 20 bucks each time I don't go. It's a start.
- Shopping is done. No more spending money on something I don't need because I already have it hanging in my closet. The only thing I will and sort of must buy is a new dress for my friend's wedding. If everything fails I still have a dress available, and matching shoes. However, I would love to have a new dress, one that represents me today and doesn't show the me of 2004! Yes, that is how old that dress is (still in perfect shape and color though).
- I have a weekly budget of $50. If I don't spend that much I feel happier and luckier.
I think with this tiny plan I can and will save up money. And, have I ever mentioned I'm not driving and not owning a car?! YES, big plus on that one.
But not only did I start saving money today (main reason though I started it is that I spent too much while away last week and a lot yesterday. Enough!!!! I'm gonna use what I have and be creative.) I also continued reading the book I started before I left last week. It's truly inspiring. At least to me. It makes me wanna do everything the author did while trying to find herself. I for once have lost myself. Some of you are in the right spot, area, life, job, school, place...you name it. Some of you have what I call happiness. Happiness alone doesn't mean you are constantly happy and satisfied with what you've got. You are allowed to experience days that are off and grey. If you always feel that way and only see a wall around you but no door that slightly and slowly opens and that for years and not just a few weeks or months...then you are where I am. It's not always easy to understand, and I don't judge those that don't understand. I don't judge those that don't want to understand either. They found themselves. Where they are there is happiness (and again, that doesn't mean you are 100% happy). I found myself years ago. I was me. I was able to do and say things and it didn't matter what I said or did and I wasn't scared of saying or doing any of it. I was able to fully be me. I lost that part of me. Years ago. It's hard to understand but it's true. Finding yourself is a procedure, it's part of life. You can find yourself in your hometown, in another town, in another job, in another book, even just around the corner. For some it is easier for others it is not. I lost myself and therefore I decided to go find myself again. Wherever that may lead me. I'm not saying that I will be happy but all I'm saying is that I need to find myself again. The stronger people around me force me not to look for my inner self, the stronger and faster I'm gonna do this. Let me follow that path....
For more drama reading on my summer misery click here and maybe here.
Today is the day I started doing what I've been putting aside for weeks, months and years.
AND, besides my saving money and reading inspirational books I also decided to fly to my friend's wedding (as quickly mentioned above). She's getting married in two months and I'm going. No one is coming with me which makes me sad. However, my lovely friend M. is getting married on a Wednesday and it's not exactly a day people get married. And therefore, people can't really easily take off either. However, this won't stop me. It's my friend. She needs me. I need her. It's part of our life. If I don't go I'll regret it for the rest of my life. I'm sure you'd agree with me on this. Though, I better stop writing about it...I better book a flight to Istanbul NOW!!
Have a splendid day!
It's funny how something like this can become part of your life. Maybe not a crucial one but one that makes you start your computer and read daily stories and find inspiration. It's become routine to me. While I was away for a while I missed it. Not that I was bored. No! Though, the routine was broken and that somehow hurt. I'm glad to be back. Reading and writing has always inspired me. Doing what I love doing at this very moment makes today a good day.
Blogs I read today or caught up with (and I'm sure you are familiar with some of them):
Oh, Mishka
The English Muse , as always one of my top favorites even while she's gone
A CUP OF JO
La Mia Vita
Girl With The Golden Touch
Pink Sass
Must Find Toes.
And yes, it seems as if my summer misery is still around.
I've had a blast in Spain, and a wonderful day yesterday shopping. I did get a couple of things (as if I wasn't shopping in Spain - my friend wondered why I even agreed on this shopping trip!), ate delicious lunch, had interesting girl talks, enjoyed the sun, and decided to start a new chapter in my life as of today. Baby steps but better tiny steps than no steps at all.
So, today, I started saving money again.
How?!
- First of all, I put away my credit and debit cards. I only use cash.
- My bills are paid, at least for right now so no worries there for the moment.
- I try to limit my movie sessions...not once a week, maybe only every other week. I'll save up to 15 to 20 bucks each time I don't go. It's a start.
- Shopping is done. No more spending money on something I don't need because I already have it hanging in my closet. The only thing I will and sort of must buy is a new dress for my friend's wedding. If everything fails I still have a dress available, and matching shoes. However, I would love to have a new dress, one that represents me today and doesn't show the me of 2004! Yes, that is how old that dress is (still in perfect shape and color though).
- I have a weekly budget of $50. If I don't spend that much I feel happier and luckier.
I think with this tiny plan I can and will save up money. And, have I ever mentioned I'm not driving and not owning a car?! YES, big plus on that one.
But not only did I start saving money today (main reason though I started it is that I spent too much while away last week and a lot yesterday. Enough!!!! I'm gonna use what I have and be creative.) I also continued reading the book I started before I left last week. It's truly inspiring. At least to me. It makes me wanna do everything the author did while trying to find herself. I for once have lost myself. Some of you are in the right spot, area, life, job, school, place...you name it. Some of you have what I call happiness. Happiness alone doesn't mean you are constantly happy and satisfied with what you've got. You are allowed to experience days that are off and grey. If you always feel that way and only see a wall around you but no door that slightly and slowly opens and that for years and not just a few weeks or months...then you are where I am. It's not always easy to understand, and I don't judge those that don't understand. I don't judge those that don't want to understand either. They found themselves. Where they are there is happiness (and again, that doesn't mean you are 100% happy). I found myself years ago. I was me. I was able to do and say things and it didn't matter what I said or did and I wasn't scared of saying or doing any of it. I was able to fully be me. I lost that part of me. Years ago. It's hard to understand but it's true. Finding yourself is a procedure, it's part of life. You can find yourself in your hometown, in another town, in another job, in another book, even just around the corner. For some it is easier for others it is not. I lost myself and therefore I decided to go find myself again. Wherever that may lead me. I'm not saying that I will be happy but all I'm saying is that I need to find myself again. The stronger people around me force me not to look for my inner self, the stronger and faster I'm gonna do this. Let me follow that path....
For more drama reading on my summer misery click here and maybe here.
Today is the day I started doing what I've been putting aside for weeks, months and years.
AND, besides my saving money and reading inspirational books I also decided to fly to my friend's wedding (as quickly mentioned above). She's getting married in two months and I'm going. No one is coming with me which makes me sad. However, my lovely friend M. is getting married on a Wednesday and it's not exactly a day people get married. And therefore, people can't really easily take off either. However, this won't stop me. It's my friend. She needs me. I need her. It's part of our life. If I don't go I'll regret it for the rest of my life. I'm sure you'd agree with me on this. Though, I better stop writing about it...I better book a flight to Istanbul NOW!!
Have a splendid day!
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