A Round-Up of Interesting Posts around the Blogosphere

Happy February! While winter drags on, I'm itching so much for warmer days that today's 40 degree temps got me up and running, hence this post ;)) I've decided to provide a round-up of some interesting topics Ive enjoyed recently, cos I'm feeling lazy:

http://lindaikeji.blogspot.com/2011/02/ive-been-moody-lately.html#more (it'll make you feel so empathic)

http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/2011/02/yp-5-simple-tricks-to-turn-up-tir.html

http://www.purseblog.com/general/super-bowl-xlv-steelers-vs-packers.html

http://lifestyle.msn.com/your-look/everyday-style/staticslideshowinstyle.aspx?cp-documentid=26032100&gt1=32002

http://intothegloss.com/

Have a blessed week/month, until next time....laters!

Happy New Year

Hi there! I hope your holidays went well. I was under the weather through the holidays, but thank God, I'm feeling much better today. I believe I'm still here by God's boundless grace. Bring on 2011! :)

Here are a few entertaining blogs on makeup I recently discovered:
http://stellasaddiction.blogspot.com/
http://pwettybambi.blogspot.com/
http://chictherapyonline.blogspot.com/

I think I prefer to read blogs than write, but so far, 'moramora' is my lil' baby :) I'm looking for some real fashion inspiration this winter....
Shout out to my hubby who took care of me when I was under the weather. Love you loads, hunny!

Michele

Watches are my weakness. I could conveniently own 10 different watches and have a completely different use for each. Hubby can't understand it 'How many watches can you wear? How many do you need?' One of these days, I'll let him know that 1 watch for each day of the year is fine with me. Anyway, I saw these gorgeous consumer-priced Michele watches at Bloomingdales, in the masculine stye I currently like.

I'm back!

After a wonderful, warm, fun etc. week in Buenos Aires, Argentina, I'm back in PA ;) Vacation was perfect in every way, especially being blessed to have such an adventure with hubby. Lewis Black, the comedian, had dinner beside us at a great grill spot called La Estancia. While at the JFK Aitport Duty-Free, I stumbled upon the La Mer Oil Absorbing Lotion which felt gorgeous on my oil-prone skin, and was $20 cheaper than at regular stores. I'll save up for it, while I read reviews. $190 is a lot for 1.7 ounces of moisturizer! Till then, the Lancome Pure Focus line is working nicely.

I dont know if Jones magazine is popular yet, but I see this at select magazine stands and it's quite interesting. Check out http://jonesmag.com/in-this-issue/ I'm on the look out for fun, winter fashion ideas. Hopefully, blogger Onada will give me some ;)

Vacation

Just a note to say that I will be on vacation in Buenos Aires for the next week and a half. I'm so excited!;)

Other random thoughts - Is Beyonce as fake as she seems? Why does Rihanna have fire-engine red hair? Why are the Kardashians famous? What job has Paris Hilton ever held? Why is Prince William balding prematurely? Why are energy-saving items pricey? Is Kanye West on drugs? Will JayZ release a new album? Are Eva andTony Parker really parting ways and why? Why is couture not street-wearable? Will Lady Gaga ever wear a tee with jeans minus armadillo boots? Why? Why? Why???

Any random thoughts on your end?

MAC rocks! Le Bec-Fin too!

For 2 years, I refused to accept that my favorite lipgloss from MAC, 'She-Boom' had been discontinued. I bought several tubes from the outlet cosmetic store 'The Cosmetic Company' even after I couldnt find it on mainstream retail counters. She-Boom Lipgelee was from the limited C-Shock collection, a hot pink-magenta tube that would scare any woman but attract any girl. Moisturizing, satin-like and a soft, light pink on the lips, I could use it comfortably in all seasons, from winter to summer. Ah, how I miss you, She-boom!Anyway, I just discovered what may become my next 'Best Lip' treatment. Its MAC Cremesheen 'Hang Up' lipstick. I had gone in to try the new MAC Pro Longwear Lipcreme but stumbled upon the Cremesheen which so far, I like. 'Hang Up' looks dark brown in the tube but actually glides on as a soft, red-brown-plum, light-enough-for-day color. Hopefully, this works out well for me, I liked it in-store.

On a different note, hubby and I planned to go to the famous 'Le Bec-Fin' in Center City, Philadelphia last Monday. We eventually cancelled the reservation but we do plan to have dinner there soon. This French restaurant has been in Philadelphia for 40 years, and unfortunately, will be closing its doors soon (I dont know exactly when, but might be this year). For the months of October and November, the restaurant will host a weekday 4-course, $40 dinner between 5 and 6pm, to celebrate their 40th anniversary. Definitely a spot to try, not only before they close, but also with this dinner deal. Otherwise, be prepared to pay hundreds for dinner at Le Bec-Fin!

Chifa

This is a new, Latin-inspired Peruvian-Cantonese restaurant located in Philadelphia's Center City. Hubby and I had prixe-fix dinner here during Philadelphia's Restaurant Week. At $30 per person, it was a great way to try out Chifa. We were able to get a table before all the reservations were taken and we arrived about 30 minutes early. We were able to get a table after a little wait and the dinner began in full force. The inner decor looked warm with lots of dark walls, wood and soft lighting however we had dinner outside (curbside) to save time. Our waiters were very polite and each dish of the tasting menu was announced, and descibed in some detail.
The food was very generously seasoned and tasted spectacular. Even Chicken Wings were given a special touch with a spicy garlic ginger sauce. The Bao Buns were succulent with the right amount of pork belly in the center. They were simply heavenly. The Scallion Pancakes were to die for but the Pho was rather too light on taste for us. The dessert was Turron de Chocolate and it rounded up a superb evening.
The curbside seating lacked much sights and sounds but the food and service more than made up for it. I would run back to Chifa any day, and today, it's highly recommended with a 5 out of 5 rating.

Pictures courtsey of http://www.uwishunu.com/