Another friend is getting hitched in a few weeks and it suddenly dawned upon me i need something to wear to the wedding.
Dressing up for someone's wedding a task full of possible pit falls and faux pas.
There's so much to keep in mind.
To not upstage the bride, never-never wear white....or black (but some argue nowadays you may get away with it, especially if it's an evening do). Not too short, especially for religious ceremonies...and argh, need to still look good because hey, you never know if there's good looking cousins/friends of the groom about.
The recent summer wedding was easy- a random prom-style, sleeveless floral navy blue dress with bright leggings and sky-high wedges and pretty hair accessories did it. Nothing was new, all the stuff i kinda had lying about. I even wore it to buy bagels the next day.
For this one, since it's a malay wedding...oooh, it's hard. I've ordered a bandeau floor length maxi dress in black to wear with a hot pink kabaya top. Only problem is the chest area of the dress is in black sequins. Hmmm. Black and possibly shinier than the bride. We'll see. Im making an effort because apparently the groom has hot cousins. Im so one-track-minded, it's sad. At least there's not gonna be booze or a bouncy castle, so im not gonna get myself in trouble.
Im keeping the make-up simple, i promise.
Later:
Guess what? I've found the perfect mirrored patent leather wedges to wear with the dress. Can't wait. I'll drive myself to broke-ness if i keep this up for all the weddings i will eventually attend [that doesnt mean you shouldn't invite me, it just means i need to rewear things :( ]
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Saturday, November 28, 2009
It could've been red hot chili peppers
I made chilli con carne tonight- the generous splish of red wine and chunks of plain chocolate makes it pretty good. I also think the constant patter of rain makes comfort food like chilli that-little-bit-better.
The super lovely sensei today said such nice things about my kendo it made me want to cry (with joy and gratitude). He's so sweet, so encouraging, that i feel better about my kendo. I must make sure to jigeiko with him very few weeks, just for the confidence.
I agree, i am turning into a sop of a girl. Im losing my edge. This is disturbing, yet interesting to watch how in the past-say 5 years, i've turned from granite to soft chocolate chunk cookie.
The point i wanted to make actually was that this song sounds like rhcp. Anthony Kedis or Chris Cornell? Tough one.....
The super lovely sensei today said such nice things about my kendo it made me want to cry (with joy and gratitude). He's so sweet, so encouraging, that i feel better about my kendo. I must make sure to jigeiko with him very few weeks, just for the confidence.
I agree, i am turning into a sop of a girl. Im losing my edge. This is disturbing, yet interesting to watch how in the past-say 5 years, i've turned from granite to soft chocolate chunk cookie.
The point i wanted to make actually was that this song sounds like rhcp. Anthony Kedis or Chris Cornell? Tough one.....
I wonder
Do I shop to compensate for something else? More clothes, shoes and make-up will NOT fix ANYTHING.
What's with Christmas underwear? The spirit of giving (place preferred sexual favour here)? Really?!
Is my obsession with tumblr blogs full of the pictures of pretty, skinny, young things a way for me to inspire self-hate and thus induce self-destructive, yet very effective dieting methods or just that i fancy pretty girls?
That idea that if you have a tendency to think you look horrible is most photographs means that you're vain because you think you should look better than what the objective camera lens is showing you makes sense?
when am i ever a womanly threat? Only when she steals my chocolate. Ouhhhhh...that's asking for it. But really, in any other situation, i ain't good enough to be dirt next to you darling.
how many calories are there is duck rice? Oh Ana, forgive me. Pardon your silly, weak daughter.
is it that i hate myself and i want to die, or more of i hate myself so i wanna be better; but i can't, so i might as well die. If a beautiful young model who walks for chanel thinks her life is so mundane she tops herself; what the hell am i doing still walking around?
what was it? I keep replaying it in my head;what i felt, what i thought- was it denial? is it; is it not? I'll never know and neither will you.
The friend goggles theory- is it (a) we see our friends as beautiful, amazing people because we see past their imperfections and appreciate the beauty of the whole person or (b) we are vain creatures that believe we only surround ourselves with similarly beautiful creatures.
when will i be able to afford lipo, the nose job, a body transplant and a life coach?
if you were right. It scares me that you know me so well.
We accept the love we think we deserve.
stop eating, keep puffing (exercise and ciggies, of course).
It's never gonna happen, is it?
What's with Christmas underwear? The spirit of giving (place preferred sexual favour here)? Really?!
Is my obsession with tumblr blogs full of the pictures of pretty, skinny, young things a way for me to inspire self-hate and thus induce self-destructive, yet very effective dieting methods or just that i fancy pretty girls?
That idea that if you have a tendency to think you look horrible is most photographs means that you're vain because you think you should look better than what the objective camera lens is showing you makes sense?
when am i ever a womanly threat? Only when she steals my chocolate. Ouhhhhh...that's asking for it. But really, in any other situation, i ain't good enough to be dirt next to you darling.
how many calories are there is duck rice? Oh Ana, forgive me. Pardon your silly, weak daughter.
is it that i hate myself and i want to die, or more of i hate myself so i wanna be better; but i can't, so i might as well die. If a beautiful young model who walks for chanel thinks her life is so mundane she tops herself; what the hell am i doing still walking around?
what was it? I keep replaying it in my head;what i felt, what i thought- was it denial? is it; is it not? I'll never know and neither will you.
The friend goggles theory- is it (a) we see our friends as beautiful, amazing people because we see past their imperfections and appreciate the beauty of the whole person or (b) we are vain creatures that believe we only surround ourselves with similarly beautiful creatures.
when will i be able to afford lipo, the nose job, a body transplant and a life coach?
if you were right. It scares me that you know me so well.
We accept the love we think we deserve.
stop eating, keep puffing (exercise and ciggies, of course).
It's never gonna happen, is it?
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
The way to 1000 haya suburi
I think not. But it's funny, in a way perhaps only kendoka can appreciate.
Seriously, listen to it. Too funny. But that's what i do on a monday evening and saturday afternoons. It sounds more like a whip in the clip, real shinais make a sound between a "pop" and a "twack" when it hits right.
Since my sensei made me well up in tears during practice i've not gone back. That's 3 practises already.
What happened: My foot hurt and i wanted a break.....was told a stern "no!" and had to continue. The whole team had to do 100 haya suburi because i was slacking- i kinda died at 30 and was told off (indirectly). I went home with a sore foot and sprained, tense shoulders that were knotted and stiff for 3 days.
I fear this may mark the end of my kendo. I love it, but im not sure if i can do this anymore. Im not sure i have the discipline and strength of character to continue kendo. Im also real awful for someone who has been practicing for a whole year and 2 months.
Seriously, listen to it. Too funny. But that's what i do on a monday evening and saturday afternoons. It sounds more like a whip in the clip, real shinais make a sound between a "pop" and a "twack" when it hits right.
Since my sensei made me well up in tears during practice i've not gone back. That's 3 practises already.
What happened: My foot hurt and i wanted a break.....was told a stern "no!" and had to continue. The whole team had to do 100 haya suburi because i was slacking- i kinda died at 30 and was told off (indirectly). I went home with a sore foot and sprained, tense shoulders that were knotted and stiff for 3 days.
I fear this may mark the end of my kendo. I love it, but im not sure if i can do this anymore. Im not sure i have the discipline and strength of character to continue kendo. Im also real awful for someone who has been practicing for a whole year and 2 months.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Not so pleasant
You know what i said about this town not being nice?
Well, what happened today freaked me out, a little.
A really creepy sorta guy followed me off the bus and walked behind me for 5 minutes.
I walked fast, feeling a little suspicious, keeping an eye on the guy's shadow. I was thinking i was probably being paranoid, this guy could not be following me. To be safe i fished my keys outta my bag and planned to walk to the supermarket to try and see if this guy was really trailing me.
About 50 meters from my door the perv walkes up quickly and puts a hand on my behind.
I turn around, shouted angrily and shoved the guy. Then i run, looking behind me as i round the street corner to my door. He wasnt following me, so i quickly went into the house.
Im angry......but more so, im scared. I didnt think stuff like this happens to girls like me. I know it's not my fault, at all, but it still make me never want to wear a pencil skirt again.
Well, what happened today freaked me out, a little.
A really creepy sorta guy followed me off the bus and walked behind me for 5 minutes.
I walked fast, feeling a little suspicious, keeping an eye on the guy's shadow. I was thinking i was probably being paranoid, this guy could not be following me. To be safe i fished my keys outta my bag and planned to walk to the supermarket to try and see if this guy was really trailing me.
About 50 meters from my door the perv walkes up quickly and puts a hand on my behind.
I turn around, shouted angrily and shoved the guy. Then i run, looking behind me as i round the street corner to my door. He wasnt following me, so i quickly went into the house.
Im angry......but more so, im scared. I didnt think stuff like this happens to girls like me. I know it's not my fault, at all, but it still make me never want to wear a pencil skirt again.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
A pleasant surprise
is coming home post gig and discovering that the black t-shirt i bought is actually a charming shade of dark green.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Oh Uncle Karl!
Of course it's true...
But it's cheap
What a depressing word...it's all about taste.
If you are cheap, nothing helps.
** On a side note- uncle karl does not make clothes for 'chubby' people. Tis very depressing. Only one thing to do. Lose it!**
Sunday, November 15, 2009
The wheels keep on turning
With every pedal im riding the bike into the ground.
I just spent money on a new wheel and i've managed to break my cycle basket.
And the gears are fucked.
My oh my.
It needs to survive the next 8 months. Then we'll know where we'll be, and think about getting a new steed.
I feel bad that i dont want to send him for a proper repair, but i'd rather save up for a new bike, you know?
I feel like im betraying him now, looking at new bicycles, while he's there in the foyer, trying his best to work through rain, fucking london traffic and all the abuse.
I just spent money on a new wheel and i've managed to break my cycle basket.
And the gears are fucked.
My oh my.
It needs to survive the next 8 months. Then we'll know where we'll be, and think about getting a new steed.
I feel bad that i dont want to send him for a proper repair, but i'd rather save up for a new bike, you know?
I feel like im betraying him now, looking at new bicycles, while he's there in the foyer, trying his best to work through rain, fucking london traffic and all the abuse.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Finished my scarf!
It took a year and a half, but it's done!
My first knitting project, all finished.
It's like 8 cm wide and 2.2 meters long.
The idea, when starting it, was to give it to the boyfriend, cos i was hoping when it was finished, there'll be one in the picture.
There isn't, so i'll use it instead, till the man decides to show up.
Bloody men, they're never there when you need them.
My first knitting project, all finished.
It's like 8 cm wide and 2.2 meters long.
The idea, when starting it, was to give it to the boyfriend, cos i was hoping when it was finished, there'll be one in the picture.
There isn't, so i'll use it instead, till the man decides to show up.
Bloody men, they're never there when you need them.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Im back of caffeine!
Oh i did miss you.
Why did i ever let you go?
My poor heart went so slowly.....perk up, perk up!
Milk, two sugars and strong enough to wake the dead.
hah, with that heart rate, i could be. I like my caffeine induced arrhythmia with hypotension, thanks.
It's clear i've had too much cardiology as well, right?
Why did i ever let you go?
My poor heart went so slowly.....perk up, perk up!
Milk, two sugars and strong enough to wake the dead.
hah, with that heart rate, i could be. I like my caffeine induced arrhythmia with hypotension, thanks.
It's clear i've had too much cardiology as well, right?
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Caffeine and Nicotine Withdrawal
I suck without my stimulants. I hate that i *shouldn't* smoke. Ahhhhh......
It is worth living a long life in a sleepy, 'out-of-it' daze or living a short, but alert nicotine driven life?
Did not have coffee today because i felt shy to crash the doctor's meeting. I stole a brownie later when the doctors disappeared, but i hate that they are not kind.
Dazed.
It is worth living a long life in a sleepy, 'out-of-it' daze or living a short, but alert nicotine driven life?
Did not have coffee today because i felt shy to crash the doctor's meeting. I stole a brownie later when the doctors disappeared, but i hate that they are not kind.
Dazed.
Saturday, November 07, 2009
NHS care!
My physiotherapist has big, warm hands.
In his opinion i have defective hip muscles, shit balance and tight-tight muscles. It embarrassing when you have to bare all cellulite and flabby tum so they can 'see' what's happening and scrutinize my walk/squats/lumbar over-lordosis.
Im due for rehab.
This is a 10 months after my ski injury. All started with a dodgy right knee after an excruciating fall after skiing over some rocks. There were times during that holiday i fell into unbelievable positions which im sure limbs are never suppose to be in. Damn skis that wont come off.
In his opinion i have defective hip muscles, shit balance and tight-tight muscles. It embarrassing when you have to bare all cellulite and flabby tum so they can 'see' what's happening and scrutinize my walk/squats/lumbar over-lordosis.
Im due for rehab.
This is a 10 months after my ski injury. All started with a dodgy right knee after an excruciating fall after skiing over some rocks. There were times during that holiday i fell into unbelievable positions which im sure limbs are never suppose to be in. Damn skis that wont come off.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Beautiful people overload
I'm having a moment of beautiful people overload. Im surrounded. It's a conspiracy to make me feel uglier!!!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Equinox
During my pagan phase i used to know what that meant. I was also doing geography at the time, guess that must've helped.
I still think the moon has influence on my mood and womanly cycles, a bit like the tides.
But we are far from the equinox here in the northern hemisphere, the days are shortening; the cold and dark is descending sudden and heavy.
Im unashamedly crazy about the new death cab for cutie number; funnily enough, on the New Moon soundtrack, called 'Meet me at the equinox'. I sure it means something clever, but i cant quite figure it out.
I still think the moon has influence on my mood and womanly cycles, a bit like the tides.
But we are far from the equinox here in the northern hemisphere, the days are shortening; the cold and dark is descending sudden and heavy.
Im unashamedly crazy about the new death cab for cutie number; funnily enough, on the New Moon soundtrack, called 'Meet me at the equinox'. I sure it means something clever, but i cant quite figure it out.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
It's odd, i think, that Frank Turner has not made it big. Like, absolutely huge.
I think he's amazing. He's an essential part of my British Experience - his songs reflects the oddities of the English going-out scene, lots of social commentary, a bit of existential crisis thrown in with a cute english accent. Also, the lyrics hit an emotional soft spot for me. The music makes me feel, a good thing when i'm growing numb and boring.
Went to his show in Shepherds Bush last week and it rocked! He's an amazing singer and as Ka-chan commented, adorably cute as well. We have a weakness for musicians and boys with curly hair. His rendition of an old english folk song about a cruel jealous girl called barbara allen wanted to make me cry and it was sheer joy to sing along to 'the ballad of me and my friends'.
It was a great gig- one of the best i've been to in awhile. The videos are from the gig i went to. Sweet.
Just got my copy of Love Ire & Song today.....so im kinda obsessed for the mo'.
I think he's amazing. He's an essential part of my British Experience - his songs reflects the oddities of the English going-out scene, lots of social commentary, a bit of existential crisis thrown in with a cute english accent. Also, the lyrics hit an emotional soft spot for me. The music makes me feel, a good thing when i'm growing numb and boring.
Went to his show in Shepherds Bush last week and it rocked! He's an amazing singer and as Ka-chan commented, adorably cute as well. We have a weakness for musicians and boys with curly hair. His rendition of an old english folk song about a cruel jealous girl called barbara allen wanted to make me cry and it was sheer joy to sing along to 'the ballad of me and my friends'.
It was a great gig- one of the best i've been to in awhile. The videos are from the gig i went to. Sweet.
Just got my copy of Love Ire & Song today.....so im kinda obsessed for the mo'.
Girl crush deux
from garance doreIt's the hair. My hair's growing out now that i'm tempted to get it trimmed just that little bit shorter at the neck. She's fucking gorgeous.
The oddest conversation:
" You're lucky- your boyfriend's charming, funny and hot. If only he was straight and not dating you"
"He's bi, you know."
"Huh? Oh sweetheart, let's not even go there. "
Sunday, November 01, 2009
I owe it all to crazy friends
I now am a proud owner of a silver-grey, snake-skin print corset. And a blond wig, studded leather shoe-boots and gloves (matchy, matchy), home-slashed leggings and a scratchy yet fabulous faux gorilla fur glam jacket.
Im a lucky girl indeed. Yes, that is such a thing as faux gorilla fur.
Hmmm, slightly tipsy off blood wine (the totally unrefined, yet delicious combination of red wine and coke).
They made me look so hot. These guys are amazing.
Oh yeah, me and the 'boy that was the reason i came to london' have fate. I met a friend of his today who by the way is uber-cute, if a little annoying but with a gorgeous head of hair. So random.
Im a lucky girl indeed. Yes, that is such a thing as faux gorilla fur.
Hmmm, slightly tipsy off blood wine (the totally unrefined, yet delicious combination of red wine and coke).
They made me look so hot. These guys are amazing.
Oh yeah, me and the 'boy that was the reason i came to london' have fate. I met a friend of his today who by the way is uber-cute, if a little annoying but with a gorgeous head of hair. So random.
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