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Entries from January 2009

so, what do you think?

January 30th, 2009 · 4 Comments

I went to the unit today.  The contractor painted color samples on the wall for me to choose from.  These are the color choices for my walls.

These are the 3 choices for my accent wall. Since the shelves would be white, the architect suggested these colors to serve as background. It would highlight [...]

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Tags: build · color

the lemonade award

January 29th, 2009 · 7 Comments

My blog is barely 3 months old and I already have an award.  The Lemonade Award is given to sites that show gratitude and a wonderful attitude.  Thanks Ms. Foodie.

Rules for the award:
1. Put the logo on your blog or post.
2. Nominate at least 10 blogs which show great Attitude and/or Gratitude!
3. Be sure to [...]

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Tags: tag

WW: 17 stories high

January 27th, 2009 · 3 Comments

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Tags: play

color scheme

January 27th, 2009 · No Comments

I checked the unit this afternoon and the architect suggested a color scheme for the walls.  I wanted the walls white with a tinge of blue but my architect showed me a certain white which is more on the yellow.  Well, I’m not too keen on it so he would try to paint one wall [...]

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Tags: build

the kitchen

January 23rd, 2009 · 4 Comments

I don’t know about you but all of us moms love doing things in the kitchen.  Except of course cleaning up and washing the dishes.  But everything in between is delicious and fun–from cooking spaghetti to melting butter for popcorn.  Yum!  Actually even storing and arranging groceries.
But my future kitchen is small.  Not enough countertop [...]

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Tags: build

V Day

January 22nd, 2009 · 1 Comment

Another great idea for Valentine. Why not make a letter for your loved one? But not more than 120 words. And make sure she/he has 20/20 vision or else he would be needing a magnifying glass to read the World’s smallest letter from The World’s Smallest Postal Service. But don’t worry. [...]

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Tags: found · love

window shopping for TV & aircon

January 21st, 2009 · 1 Comment

I was window shopping for television and airconditioning unit the other day.  LCD TV or television with LCD screen costs lower this year than last year.  It was a good thing I decided to postpone buying one.  I guess, when it comes to major purchases, I’m not an impulsive buyer.  That’s a new self-discovery. 
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Tags: shop

little red walking slippers

January 20th, 2009 · 7 Comments

My niece has cute little feet.   My feet are two sizes bigger.  So I never get to borrow shoes or even slippers from her.   Too bad…
Happy Ruby Tuesday. Don’t forget to visit other participants HERE.

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Tags: play

my bookshelves turned into everything shelves

January 18th, 2009 · 5 Comments

This was the original design for my bookshelves.  I wanted it kinda random or uneven and not the usual formal bookshelves you see in most houses and furniture stores.

And here’s the actual bookshelves now.  But with a bit of difference.  There’s now that huge space for a television and some of the holes have lights [...]

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Tags: build · display

valentine is near

January 16th, 2009 · 6 Comments

Valentine is just around the corner and expect everyone to get gifts for their partners.  As for me, I don’t have a special someone.  So correction… not everyone is expecting and getting gifts, roses and chocolates on February 14.  But I so want these post cups for Valentine.  Just to be different and if anyone [...]

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Tags: found · love