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Big River Man

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Went for a jog at 5:30pm today. I did better than my last jog! ^_^ Jia You!

I highly recommend the movie Big River Man. I watched it at Sondheim Theater last night. Big River Man, Martin Strel himself showed up at the showing and stayed for Q & A. This is one of the perks living in Fairfield. This community is so blessed to constantly having special guests like Martin. Martin is such a simple man, with incredible vision and drive. I just love him for that.

He did mention that the wine that he drank while swimming the mighty Amazon river had only 1% alcohol content. The movie made him look like an alcoholic, for Hollywood effect.

Go watch this movie, and you’ll love the homorous Martin and be inspired at the same time.

Big River Man

Big River Man

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Breakfast Cook Book etc…

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Received a new cook book from  Amazon today, Easy Breakfast & Brunch: Simple Recipes for Morning Treats (Hardcover).

easy breakfast & brunch

easy breakfast & brunch

The sections are:
– fruits & oats
– sweet treats
– big bites
– easy eggs
– fresh from the oven (bread, muffin, etc)
– perfect preserves
– delicious drinks
The ingredients are standard breakfast items that you can find in most supermarkets. The recipes seem easy enough, nothing fancy. However, I really enjoy how different ingredients are mixed in one recipe. Not your typical same old breakfast options.
Lots of pictures!
I look forward to exploring each recipe. 🙂
Also, received Trio 3pcs serve set from Crate & Barrel today. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and the contemporary design. Very impressed!!!
Trio 3pcs Serve Set (Crate & Barrel)

Trio 3pcs Serve Set (Crate & Barrel)

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The BLEEDING DOLPHINS

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Finally had the courage to watch The Cove. Oh boy, it’s hands down the #1 horror movie of the year.

My heart has been deeply saddened by the ignorant and greedy human beings who keep repeating the same mistakes over and over. 

How can one swim in dolphin blood? Which species would be the next victim when dolphin slaughter has been stopped (one day, yes, one day!)? The real threat to this Earth is called “Human Beings”. We need to fix ourselves and save our souls, one day at a time.

LOVE THE DOLPHINS, NOT THE $$$

To the film crew, I wish to express my gratitude for their brave action and devotion to tell the truth. Thank you for offering us a glimpse of hope to humanity.

The Cove

Take Part: The Cove

Iowa Winter Essential: Rain Boots

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I like to wear my sheepskin boots when the weather is dry in fall, winter and spring . When the weather is wet and filled with slushy snow, like today, forget about heels, sheepskin boots, or whatever…

“Mayday, mayday, we are going down, please send some help!”

Freezing Rain

Freezing rain

CAPTAIN SPERRY, where are you?

Sperry rain boots keep my feet dry

Ta.. ta... ta! Captain Sperry sweetheart comes to my rescue, keeping my feet dry

Hunter, Sperry & Emu

I heart my winter troop: Hunter, Sperry & Emu

Sperry Top-sider Pelican and Emu Welly Plain are furry inside, wool-lined that is. Sperry has more fitted footbeds. They provide me with equal comfort.

Emu has been working for me for two winters now and it still performs like a charm. These winter soldiers are my best hire. Pair them with skinny jeans or leggings, with Smartwool socks; they keep my feet feeling comfy and dry all day!

Hunter is my new hire that comes with a manly rubbery smell.  Although I love its rugged look, I am waiting for the smell to subside (sorry, Hunter). It has the skinniest shaft of all three boots.

If you want a little comfort in Iowa winter, do invest in some good rain boots. They will keep you happy for many slushy wet winters to come.

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Rue La La: My ooh la la

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I love Ruelala.com.

Rue La La is an exclusive, invitation only shopping site where Members discover premier-brand, private sale Boutiques.

Every day there are new boutiques, each open for just a brief window of time (usually two days).

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I love discovering new brands, new products and something unexpected.

I bought this BCBG bag on NOV 16th at $149. I had an oh-la-la moment when I received this bag.

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Although I wish the leather could be a little thicker, I was happy with my purchase at a great price.

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I loved the color. It was selling at Saks.com for $398 (on sale today for $277.99) on the same day (Nov 16th)!

The thing with Rue La La is the new boutiques are open at 10am CDT. So, if you are interested in certain boutiques, you better act fast. By fast, I mean you better make up your mind within 10 minutes after the boutiques are open. The prices are good (30%-80% off retail) and the Members are sharp! They are very focused and know their style.  The best styles are usually sold out within 10 minutes.

If you are 80% sure about a product, I would suggest you just buy it. You can return the item later if you change your mind. Return shipping is free and you’ll get store credit to be used towards your next purchase. Sweet!

Check it out. The membership is free, but it’s by invitation only. Here’s my invitation to you: RUE LA LA.  You’ll receive $10 for trying out Rue La La and I’ll get $10 store credit reward when you find your ooh la la items.

If you are a designer, you might want to contact them to see how they can help promoting your brand and testing your new line.