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Thursday, July 16, 2009
i succumbed to the twitterverse!
Just letting you know that I'm enhancing my cyber space geek skills even further & have succumbed to the power of the twitterverse!
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
nikki's 'me on 3' application to be a host on ABC3!
Hi lovelies, apologies for my mini absence - life has been a full speed rollercoaster of late! I'm hoping this post will make up for it - as it will be my first ever video post on Flair to Remember!! YAHOO!
I was a bit late on the uptake as I only heard about the 'Me on 3' search for a host in the past week! Basically ABC are opening a new channel called ABC3 which will be dedicated solely to kids programs & they are looking for hosts for it! There has been a nationwide casting call in which applicants have to fill out an extensive questionnaire, send in photos as well as a 1-2min dvd about themselves & why they should be chosen as a host.
I've always wanted to be a presenter on tv & having fun working on children's programs would be a dream! I HAD to give this one a whirl!! Luckily I have an AMAZING cousin-in-law : John, who is an amazing video-man/editor/genius who whipped this video up for me, which was SO much fun to make!! THANK YOU JOHN!!!!!
Without further adieu, here is my application - I hope you guys love it!!!
I was a bit late on the uptake as I only heard about the 'Me on 3' search for a host in the past week! Basically ABC are opening a new channel called ABC3 which will be dedicated solely to kids programs & they are looking for hosts for it! There has been a nationwide casting call in which applicants have to fill out an extensive questionnaire, send in photos as well as a 1-2min dvd about themselves & why they should be chosen as a host.
I've always wanted to be a presenter on tv & having fun working on children's programs would be a dream! I HAD to give this one a whirl!! Luckily I have an AMAZING cousin-in-law : John, who is an amazing video-man/editor/genius who whipped this video up for me, which was SO much fun to make!! THANK YOU JOHN!!!!!
Without further adieu, here is my application - I hope you guys love it!!!
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
thought of the day | 8th july
There is no beautifier of complexion, or form, or behaviour, like the wish to scatter joy and not pain around us. 'Tis good to give a stranger a meal, or a night's lodging. 'Tis better to be hospitable to his good meaning and thought, and give courage to a companion. We must be as courteous to a man as we are to a picture, which we are willing to give the advantage of a good light.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
betty crocker's apprentice
Nothing quite like homemade pink vanilla cupcakes with sprinkles on top.
Nothing quite like the appreciation of a sweet tooth-ed husband + young stepdaughter when all you did was make cupcakes from a packet mix.
Thanks Betty Crocker!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
music making my life complete...
Amazing movie - amazing soundtrack. Words cannot describe... Watch the movie, listen to the soundtrack, you won't regret it.
Makes my heart sing...
thought of the day | 7th july
We convince ourselves that life will be better after we get married, have a baby, then another. Then we are frustrated that the kids aren't old enough and we'll be more content when they are. After that we're frustrated that we have teenagers to deal with. We will certainly be happy when they are out of that stage. We tell ourselves that our life will be complete when our spouse gets his or her act together, when we get a nicer car, are able to go on a nice vacation, when we retire.
The truth is, there's no better time to be happy than right now. If not now, when?
Your life will always be filled with challenges. It's best to admit this to yourself and decide to be happy anyway. Alfred D Souza said, "For a long time it had seemed to me that life was about to begin - real life. But there was always some obstacle in the way, something to be gotten through first, some unfinished business, time still to be served, a debt to be paid. Then life would begin. At last it dawned on me that these obstacles were my life."
This perspective has helped me to see that there is no way to happiness. Happiness is the way. So, treasure every moment that you have. And treasure it more because you shared it with someone special, special enough to spend your time ... and remember that time waits for no one...
So stop waiting until you finish school, until you go back to school, until you lose ten pounds, until you gain ten pounds, until you have kids, until your kids leave the house, until you start work, until you retire, until you get married, until you get divorced, until Friday night, until Sunday morning, until you get a new car or home, until your car or home is paid off, until spring, until summer, until fall, until winter, until you are off welfare, until the first or fifteenth, until your song comes on, until you've had a drink, until you've sobered up, until you die, until you are born again to decide that there is no better time than right now to be happy...
Happiness is a journey, not a destination.
- Crystal Boyd
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Apologies for my absence from blogging - my boss is on holiday in Columbia/Argentina so work has been very busy for me + I have my step daughter visiting until Saturday so my time has been filled with drawing, Bratz, Spongebob Squarepants, pink garbages bag turned Hello Kitty, Wii, Uno, Barbie movies + all things that make 8 year old girls smile. It's nice remembering the simple things that lit up your days as a child.
Hope everyone is happy, feeling wonderful + making the most of each beautiful day. Live the life you have imagined...
The truth is, there's no better time to be happy than right now. If not now, when?
Your life will always be filled with challenges. It's best to admit this to yourself and decide to be happy anyway. Alfred D Souza said, "For a long time it had seemed to me that life was about to begin - real life. But there was always some obstacle in the way, something to be gotten through first, some unfinished business, time still to be served, a debt to be paid. Then life would begin. At last it dawned on me that these obstacles were my life."
This perspective has helped me to see that there is no way to happiness. Happiness is the way. So, treasure every moment that you have. And treasure it more because you shared it with someone special, special enough to spend your time ... and remember that time waits for no one...
So stop waiting until you finish school, until you go back to school, until you lose ten pounds, until you gain ten pounds, until you have kids, until your kids leave the house, until you start work, until you retire, until you get married, until you get divorced, until Friday night, until Sunday morning, until you get a new car or home, until your car or home is paid off, until spring, until summer, until fall, until winter, until you are off welfare, until the first or fifteenth, until your song comes on, until you've had a drink, until you've sobered up, until you die, until you are born again to decide that there is no better time than right now to be happy...
Happiness is a journey, not a destination.
- Crystal Boyd
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Apologies for my absence from blogging - my boss is on holiday in Columbia/Argentina so work has been very busy for me + I have my step daughter visiting until Saturday so my time has been filled with drawing, Bratz, Spongebob Squarepants, pink garbages bag turned Hello Kitty, Wii, Uno, Barbie movies + all things that make 8 year old girls smile. It's nice remembering the simple things that lit up your days as a child.
Hope everyone is happy, feeling wonderful + making the most of each beautiful day. Live the life you have imagined...
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
aloha
My little outfit that I wore to the Brisbane Vintage Fashion Fair on Friday night - I had to get into the spirit of things! Am still completely convinced the addition of MAC Morange to the majority of my outfits makes them ten folds more awesome!
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It was ridiculously insanely out of control busy at the BVFF on Friday, and I assume it would have been much the same on Saturday. (Aloha to LuxeKitten who can vouch for this - and thanks for being such a sweetheart by the way!) At first I was overwhelmed by the overall beautiful vintage stalls + pieces I could spy through the entrance, which quickly gave way to being overwhelmed by the sheer amount of people and the weird 'stocktake sale' frenzied vibe that was going on. Not really my scene at all! I wish I could have gotten the chance to have a better look through the stalls + appreciate the amazing collections some of them had. As soon as someone looked at a piece and put it back, it would be quickly grabbed by some onlooker in a spilt second. I'm not sure if the general crowd had a real appreciation for vintage garments as it was such a grab/frenzy atmosphere - I was a little bit sad by that. I managed to find a couple of cute pieces, but I didn't end up hanging around very long. My favourite find was a mustard yellow crocheted cape with scalloped edges - in perfect condition + very similar in style to the yellow knit top in the 'on my radar' post below. Will take some photos soon :)
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Overall I had a lovely weekend - found some treasures, spent time with friends + family, enjoyed wine + cheese, drank goon by the ocean with randoms, saw a sunset, saw a sunrise, danced way too much to MJ/J5, met an amazing deaf busker + made the most of the gorgeous weather. Life is good.
My Flair Vintage updating plans have been delayed by weather, then by too much fun being had. Have some gorgeous pieces to share + will keep you in the loop when it's all rockin + rollin. Thank you so much for your support. You rock my world <3
thought of the day | 30th june
Reality is what we take to be true.
What we take to be true is what we believe.
What we believe is based on our perceptions.
What we perceive depends on what we look for.
What we look for depends on what we think.
What we think depends on what we perceive.
What we perceive determines what we take to be true.
What we take to be true is our reality.
- Gary Zukav
What we take to be true is what we believe.
What we believe is based on our perceptions.
What we perceive depends on what we look for.
What we look for depends on what we think.
What we think depends on what we perceive.
What we perceive determines what we take to be true.
What we take to be true is our reality.
- Gary Zukav
Friday, June 26, 2009
on my radar...
- gorgeous beaded embellished tops + long vintage pleated maxi skirt
- vintage pieces with scalloping detail
- intricate white/cream/nude lace + crochet detail vintage pieces
- statement rhinestone jewellery: massive earrings + necklaces (in gold)
- fun with bright colours, textures + clashing of the two..
- pastel, beautiful watercolours mixed back with pale gold
- a 50s style halter sweetheart neckline wiggle dress in light blue/baby blue that sits just above my knee.. REALLY on the lookout for this make believe dress + the above photos are the best I could find to represent my dream! Might have to get this made for me, but please let me know if you've seen anything in your travels :)
Sources: here, here, here
thought of the day | 26th june
Take full responsibility for your life.
Stop blaming others.
See yourself as the cause of what happens to you.
Do things you like to do.
Don't stay in a job you don't like.
Participate in life at the highest level you can.
Stop terrorising yourself with your thoughts.
Be gentle and kind and patient with yourself.
Give yourself the simple pleasures of life abundantly.
Wear clothes you feel good in, get a massage etc.
Watch what you say. Avoid self put-downs.
Stop being critical of yourself and others.
Take care of your body.
Give it exercise and good food.
Be willing to create a life-style that generates and nourishes self-esteem.
Associate with others with high esteem.
Acknowledge yourself frequently.
Keep a diary of your successes and accomplishments.
Avoid comparing yourself with others.
Remember that it's who we are, not what we do, that's important.
Give yourself permission to do nothing periodically.
Schedule time by yourself.
Frequently take deep breaths.
Discover the benefit and pleasure of breathing fully.
Eat first class frequently.
Don't look at the right side of the menu.
Stop trying to change others.
Focus your attention on being the way you want others to be.
Look into a mirror regularly
and say "I love you, I really love you".
Stop feeling guilty and saying "I'm sorry".
See mistakes as valuable lessons and avoid judging yourself.
Consciously generate positive thoughts and feelings of self-love
in place of old thoughts of inadequacy.
Be willing to laugh at yourself and at life.
Stop taking yourself so seriously.
Accept compliments from others without embarrassment.
Don't invalidate their positive thoughts and feelings about you.
Be kind to your mind.
Don't hate yourself for having negative thoughts.
Gently change your thoughts.
Keep your awareness and your thoughts focussed in present time
instead of living in the past or future.
Acknowledge others frequently.
Tell them what you like and appreciate in them.
Invest money in yourself.
Go to seminars, workshops and courses that develop your talents.
Make a list of 10 things
you love doing and do them frequently.
Treat yourself as you would treat someone you really loved.
Praise yourself.
Stop blaming others.
See yourself as the cause of what happens to you.
Do things you like to do.
Don't stay in a job you don't like.
Participate in life at the highest level you can.
Stop terrorising yourself with your thoughts.
Be gentle and kind and patient with yourself.
Give yourself the simple pleasures of life abundantly.
Wear clothes you feel good in, get a massage etc.
Watch what you say. Avoid self put-downs.
Stop being critical of yourself and others.
Take care of your body.
Give it exercise and good food.
Be willing to create a life-style that generates and nourishes self-esteem.
Associate with others with high esteem.
Acknowledge yourself frequently.
Keep a diary of your successes and accomplishments.
Avoid comparing yourself with others.
Remember that it's who we are, not what we do, that's important.
Give yourself permission to do nothing periodically.
Schedule time by yourself.
Frequently take deep breaths.
Discover the benefit and pleasure of breathing fully.
Eat first class frequently.
Don't look at the right side of the menu.
Stop trying to change others.
Focus your attention on being the way you want others to be.
Look into a mirror regularly
and say "I love you, I really love you".
Stop feeling guilty and saying "I'm sorry".
See mistakes as valuable lessons and avoid judging yourself.
Consciously generate positive thoughts and feelings of self-love
in place of old thoughts of inadequacy.
Be willing to laugh at yourself and at life.
Stop taking yourself so seriously.
Accept compliments from others without embarrassment.
Don't invalidate their positive thoughts and feelings about you.
Be kind to your mind.
Don't hate yourself for having negative thoughts.
Gently change your thoughts.
Keep your awareness and your thoughts focussed in present time
instead of living in the past or future.
Acknowledge others frequently.
Tell them what you like and appreciate in them.
Invest money in yourself.
Go to seminars, workshops and courses that develop your talents.
Make a list of 10 things
you love doing and do them frequently.
Treat yourself as you would treat someone you really loved.
Praise yourself.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
brisbane vintage fashion fair
Hi lovelies - if you're a vintage lover like myself, have this Friday night or Saturday free, are around the area + are keen for a rummage, get your cute little butts along to the Brisbane Vintage Fashion Fair! This is the first one I've been able to attend + I'm really looking forward to checking it out + hopefully finding some beautiful treasures! I've heard great things about the past fairs (thanks Mum for knowing me so well!) so fingers crossed for this one. An excuse to dress in your lovely vintage threads + to look at amazing pieces from a time gone by? I can't think of a reason why not! More details + images below from the Brisbane Vintage Fashion Fair site...
What...
Brisbane Vintage Fashion Fair
Where...
Souths Rugby Clubhouse, Davies Park, Cnr Montague Rd & Jane St, West End
Why...
Celebrate vintage style with amazing fashions, accessories, jewellery and adornments, from the Victorian, Edwardian and Jazz Age era’s, the Fabulous Fifties, Swinging Sixties, through to the Disco Seventies and Power Packed Eighties, all gathered by keen collectors and specialists.
When...
Friday 26th June - 6pm til 10pm (Admission: $10 + free entry on Sat)
Saturday 27th June - 8am til 3pm (Admission: $8)
Details...
• Some of our stallholders have EFTPOS facilities - most accept cash only.
• Remember to fill out your Lucky Door Prize entry form for the chance to win a $200 voucher to spend on vintage goodies at the next BVFF. The entry box is located on the upper level of the Fair!
• Visit the BVFF website for a map, more photos from past events + more details!
What...
Brisbane Vintage Fashion Fair
Where...
Souths Rugby Clubhouse, Davies Park, Cnr Montague Rd & Jane St, West End
Why...
Celebrate vintage style with amazing fashions, accessories, jewellery and adornments, from the Victorian, Edwardian and Jazz Age era’s, the Fabulous Fifties, Swinging Sixties, through to the Disco Seventies and Power Packed Eighties, all gathered by keen collectors and specialists.
When...
Friday 26th June - 6pm til 10pm (Admission: $10 + free entry on Sat)
Saturday 27th June - 8am til 3pm (Admission: $8)
Details...
• Some of our stallholders have EFTPOS facilities - most accept cash only.
• Remember to fill out your Lucky Door Prize entry form for the chance to win a $200 voucher to spend on vintage goodies at the next BVFF. The entry box is located on the upper level of the Fair!
• Visit the BVFF website for a map, more photos from past events + more details!
thought of the day | 25th june
There may be days when you get up in the morning and things aren't the way you had hoped they would be, that's when you have to tell yourself that things will get better.
There are times when people disappoint you and let you down, but those are the times when you must remind yourself to trust your own judgments and opinions, to keep your life focused on believing in yourself and all that you are capable of.
There will be challenges to face and changes to make in your life, and it is up to you to accept them.
Constantly keep yourself headed in the right direction for you. It may not be easy at times, but in those times of struggle you will find a stronger sense of who you are. So when the days come that are filled with frustration and unexpected responsibilities, remember to believe in yourself and all you want your life to be, because the challenges and changes will only help you to find the goals that you know are meant to come true for you.
Keep believing in yourself.
There are times when people disappoint you and let you down, but those are the times when you must remind yourself to trust your own judgments and opinions, to keep your life focused on believing in yourself and all that you are capable of.
There will be challenges to face and changes to make in your life, and it is up to you to accept them.
Constantly keep yourself headed in the right direction for you. It may not be easy at times, but in those times of struggle you will find a stronger sense of who you are. So when the days come that are filled with frustration and unexpected responsibilities, remember to believe in yourself and all you want your life to be, because the challenges and changes will only help you to find the goals that you know are meant to come true for you.
Keep believing in yourself.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
thought of the day | 23rd june
Promise Yourself...
To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet.
To make all your friends feel that there is something worthwhile in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful expression at all times and give a smile to every living creature you meet.
To give so much time to improving yourself that you have no time to criticise others.
To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
To think well of yourself and to proclaim this fact to the world, not in loud word, but in great deeds.
To live in the faith that the whole world is on your side, so long as you are true to the best that is in you.
Christian D Larson
To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet.
To make all your friends feel that there is something worthwhile in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful expression at all times and give a smile to every living creature you meet.
To give so much time to improving yourself that you have no time to criticise others.
To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
To think well of yourself and to proclaim this fact to the world, not in loud word, but in great deeds.
To live in the faith that the whole world is on your side, so long as you are true to the best that is in you.
Christian D Larson
Monday, June 22, 2009
romance dot com
THANK YOU husby for making my day!!
My lovely husband just surprised me with a cupcake! Not just a cupcake - but my favourite kind: with pink icing + sprinkles! Not only did it have pink icing + sprinkles, it also WAS pink - the actual cupCAKE!
Hello beautiful cupcake!
I am super stoked + smiley on this rainy Monday afternoon!
My lovely husband just surprised me with a cupcake! Not just a cupcake - but my favourite kind: with pink icing + sprinkles! Not only did it have pink icing + sprinkles, it also WAS pink - the actual cupCAKE!
Hello beautiful cupcake!
I am super stoked + smiley on this rainy Monday afternoon!
thought of the day | 22nd june
When you set an intention, when you commit, the entire universe conspires to make it happen.
-Sandy Forste
Hope everyone had lovely weekends, made the most of their days + smiled alot! I spent mine mainly with my amazing family + couldn't be happier! Also mastered the art of making a 10 second mini lemon meringue tart - my life is so much better!! :)
-Sandy Forste
Hope everyone had lovely weekends, made the most of their days + smiled alot! I spent mine mainly with my amazing family + couldn't be happier! Also mastered the art of making a 10 second mini lemon meringue tart - my life is so much better!! :)
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