Not exactly over the open fire, but I roasted chestnuts in my oven today. There was no Christmas tree and I didn't drink hot chocolate while watching Christmas movies (yet), but I got to spend time with my family and that made this Christmas special. We had Korean barbeque and watched basketball (well, I watched basketball - haha). Nonetheless, it was special. Anyways, Merry Christmas!
Magnolia Bakery's Banana Pudding
I can't explain how delicious Magnolia Bakery's Banana Pudding is - it's just something you have to try for yourself. I'm going try making their banana pudding at home today! Hopefully, it turns out somewhat similar to the real thing. If you want to try making it too, the recipe is here!
Heirs.
The Coveteur.
The Coveteur photographed Jamie Chung again and of course the outfits are awesome. The photos were taken in New York, one of my favorite cities! Here's a link to the photoshoot and some of my favorite shots below.
Forest dinner.
When people ask me how I'm going to celebrate my 30th birthday, I never have an answer. It's not something I think about too much. It actually kind of freaks me out that I'll be 30 in six months. But, it's going to happen whether I'm ready for it or not. Do I wish I were 24 again? Yes, absolutely. But, I like my age (sort of). Lol.
Anyways, I've had some time to think about what I want to do for my 30th birthday and the only thing I really want to do is spend quality time with my family and closest friends. How? A dinner party in a forest with twinkle lights - oh, and a cellist playing my favorite classical tunes.
Anyways, I've had some time to think about what I want to do for my 30th birthday and the only thing I really want to do is spend quality time with my family and closest friends. How? A dinner party in a forest with twinkle lights - oh, and a cellist playing my favorite classical tunes.
Season 5, Episode 1.
Loved every minute. Best family drama on television since Brothers & Sisters (except you cry more watching Parenthood). Season 5 is off to a heartwarming + shocking start. ^^ Thank you for not being cancelled. I'm so happy. Thursdays are going to be the best.
A different way to see the city.
I've walked through Central Park plenty of times to get to a specific museum or a coveted café, but I've never really explored the park. So, this year - that's at the top of my list, the very top. I figure the best way to see the park in a couple hours is to rent a bike and take in as much as I can. ^^ Plus, it's something I've never done and it's only $20 to rent a bike for two hours. Woohoo!
Oh, wow...
[Photo from Cup of Joe]
Ricotta, honey & provolone crostini. Cut a baguette into thin-ish slices and toast the bread in the oven for 7-ish minutes at 400 degrees. If you have a toaster oven, use that! I really need to get a toaster oven. Anyways, back on point! Then, add a spoonful of ricotta cheese, drizzle a little honey and top it off with a piece of provolone cheese. Voila! You have your crostini! Yummy. I will be using my special jar of Beekind's Wildflower honey - I bought it in San Francisco. **Random: I buy a jar of honey from the same place at the ferry building whenever I visit San Francisco. Hehe.
Little Black Dress.
Yay!
So, I kind of went crazy last month and purchased a bunch of jewelry I fell in love with. I feel a little guilty, but I won't be buying anymore jewelry for a while. I promise. ^^ Anyways, these are the pieces I'm eagerly awaiting~
My rose gold necklace with Psalm 139:14 engraved on the backside. This is the actual necklace! Etsy.
My rose gold, Swarovski crystal encrusted ring. ^^ I've wanted a ring like this for quite sometime. So, "woohoo" for finally finding it by accident! Jewelmint.
My sterling silver bracelet with "4" engraved in the heart. I picked "4" for my birth month, April. I would have gotten "21" engraved for my birth day, but I was only allowed to pick one number. Etsy.
He sings too...
Aaron Tveit's album is finally out! It's not really an album per se, just a recording of songs from one of his mini concerts in New York. I was about to ask my brother to download the album for me, but I decided to purchase the album on iTunes instead. Gotta support those I love~ Heh heh. I really really love him. He's amaaaaaaaazing...
These are some of Aaron's earlier gigs before he got big-ish. ^^ I've probably watched these videos over fifty times. He's very...Broadway. Haha.
Run Away With Me.
Along The Way.
Seven Wonders.
For no reason at all.
My favorite European actors:
Andrew Garfield, James McAvoy, Colin Firth, Michael Fassbender.
My favorite American actors:
Leonardo DiCaprio, Milo Ventimiglia, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Edward Norton.
My current fashion icon:
Lily Collins.
Lily Collins.
Psalm 139:14
Let's talk about books...
Yes, books.
At the moment, I'm reading the Divergent series by Veronica Roth. ^^ The third book hasn't been published yet, but I (obviously) already pre-ordered it for my Kindle. Heh heh. Something to look forward to in October!
The next book on my mind is "The Spectacular Now" by Tim Tharp. Do I want to see the movie? Absolutely. Will I see it before I read the book? Probably. But, only because I won't be done reading the Divergent series until maybe next month and I want to see the movie right now. Haha. But...maybe I'll wait to read the book first. We'll see. ^^
I am currently listening to "Gone, Gone, Gone" by Phillip Phillips. Love it.
Coconut Oil Treats
Made these today. They're really good and semi-healthy. ^^
If you want to try making these too, you can find the recipe here.
Diamonds, pearls and gold.
The following incident took place when Muhammad Ali's daughters arrived at his home wearing clothes that were not modest. Here is the story as told by one of his daughters:
When we finally arrived, the chauffeur escorted my younger sister, Laila, and me up to my father's suite. As usual, he was hiding behind the door waiting to scare us. We exchanged many hugs and kisses as we could possibly give in one day.
My father took a good look at us. Then he sat me down on his lap and said something that I will never forget. He looked me straight in the eyes and said, "Hana, everything that God made valuable in the world is covered and hard to get to. Where do you find diamonds? Deep down in the ground, covered and protected. Where do you find pearls? Deep down at the bottom of the ocean, covered up and protected in a beautiful shell. Where do you find gold? Way down in the mine, covered over with layers and layers of rock. You've got to work hard to get to them."
He looked at me with serious eyes. "Your body is sacred. You're far more precious than diamonds and pearls, and you should be covered too."
Source: More Than A Hero: Muhammad Ali's Life Lessons Through His Daughter's Eyes
When we finally arrived, the chauffeur escorted my younger sister, Laila, and me up to my father's suite. As usual, he was hiding behind the door waiting to scare us. We exchanged many hugs and kisses as we could possibly give in one day.
My father took a good look at us. Then he sat me down on his lap and said something that I will never forget. He looked me straight in the eyes and said, "Hana, everything that God made valuable in the world is covered and hard to get to. Where do you find diamonds? Deep down in the ground, covered and protected. Where do you find pearls? Deep down at the bottom of the ocean, covered up and protected in a beautiful shell. Where do you find gold? Way down in the mine, covered over with layers and layers of rock. You've got to work hard to get to them."
He looked at me with serious eyes. "Your body is sacred. You're far more precious than diamonds and pearls, and you should be covered too."
Source: More Than A Hero: Muhammad Ali's Life Lessons Through His Daughter's Eyes
The fall.
Looks like I need to visit Zara soon. They have the prettiest coats right now! These are some of my favorites.
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