Saturday, June 11
Saturday, April 9
THE BEST Milk chocolate drink is by M&S.
Seriously, at every opportunity, every country, town and city I've visited and had the opportunity to buy chocolate milk, I have done so :)
Friday, March 25
Gorgeous flowers for the home or as a gift
A dearest friend decided to follow her dreams. Its very inspiring when people make clear movements based on what's in their hearts and dreams.
She studied florestry and now works part time in a florest perfecting her practical skills.
Check out these beautiful flower arrangements Bonnie made, each would cost £30 to purchase. Simply Gorgeous!
sent from my Nexus S
Gorgeous strawberries, blueberries, yogurt and manuka honey snack
Delicious snack full of vitamins and goodness! Ive used manuka honey because of its renound antibacterial properties and health benefits. Delicious and uplifting.
Plus, check out the size of those Tesco strawberries!!
Mmm..!!
sent from my Nexus S
Wednesday, March 23
GORGEOUS MADE EASY - BE GORGEOUS / LIFE PERSPECTIVE ♥
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind" John Ray
Saturday, February 26
Making some fresh homemade pizza, mmm
At my friend Gail's home where she taught me how to make fresh homemade pizza! Apparently im quite skilled in the pizza making art, so I'll be sure to repeat the process ;)
We've also been getting her blog live, check it out, Rita's Rustic Kitchen (www.ritasrustickitchen.blogspot.com)
sent from my Nexus S
Tuesday, February 22
Something simply amazing: The High Roller @Stratosphere Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas
ΟΥΤΕ ΔΕΜΕΝΟΣ ΔΕΝ ΠΗΓΑΙΝΑ!!
This tower is in Las Vegas, can you imagine what is at the top of this?
A lot of lights, yes, get closer to know what it REALLY is...!!!
Is it clear now? Take a closer look...
Now close your mouth.. :)
Tuesday, January 18
Vimeo Video School - Thank you for your great free online tutorials!
Have you ever been interested in making your own video? Have you already dabbled and want to learn some cool new techniques and effects such as Painting with Light? (see below "Freezlight Magic Forest")
Freezelight Magic Forest from FREEZELIGHT.RU on Vimeo.
Thought it may be too hard, with too much to information to potentially learn and you aren't interested in being a pro so why bother? NO, I don't want to hear such negative speak, especially when there is now a FUN and FAST way to learn techniques about shooting videos from learning the basics, to advances shooters cool effects.
All tutorials are bite sized and interesting, and of course contain easy and fun to watch videos to help you lean quickly. Check out this example below to learn "Painting with light"
The collection of Vimeo and user made short video lessons Vimeo's blurb on the launch and link to the school below:
Vimeo Video School
We launched a school! Vimeo Video School is a new section of Vimeo where anyone, from any skill level, can learn how to make better videos. For free.
We've crafted a series of fun, original videos to teach you about the basics of making better videos in an entertaining way. We've also written a variety of lessons that gather tutorial videos from across the site and help break down the details into bite-sized nuggets of wisdom. If that's not enough, we organized almost a thousand tutorial videos made by other Vimeo members covering almost every topic you can imagine. Want to make a sweet time lapse video? Want to learn tips about editing in iMovie? Video School has lessons and tutorials about all sorts of cool stuff. Check it out frequently for new lessons and show your friends who might be interested. There's something for everyone.
We launched a school! Vimeo Video School is a new section of Vimeo where anyone, from any skill level, can learn how to make better videos. For free.
We've crafted a series of fun, original videos to teach you about the basics of making better videos in an entertaining way. We've also written a variety of lessons that gather tutorial videos from across the site and help break down the details into bite-sized nuggets of wisdom. If that's not enough, we organized almost a thousand tutorial videos made by other Vimeo members covering almost every topic you can imagine. Want to make a sweet time lapse video? Want to learn tips about editing in iMovie? Video School has lessons and tutorials about all sorts of cool stuff. Check it out frequently for new lessons and show your friends who might be interested. There's something for everyone.
Sunday, December 5
Gorgeous made easy sale alert!!
There is a little Claire's accessories shop in Dublin airport that I love to visit as it has a section that practically has a permanent 50%-75% off sale!
See the my latest purchase from the shop below.. A gorgeous snake shapes golden bracelet that adds a touch of glamour and decadence, night and day! Originally €5.00, sale price €1, now that's Gorgeous made easy ;.)
Monday, November 22
veryGorgeous art - 'Glee' Gone Wild
The cast of 'Glee' burns it up in a behind-the-scenes video from the shoot. See the pictures from the shoot on GQ.com
Monday, November 15
GME art - Lavin by H&M new video campaign
A work of art by the makers of the new Lavin for H&M campaign.. merci!
Saturday, October 30
Gorgeous made easy - innovation thinking
The best video I have seen all year! Be inspired, expand your mind.
Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action
Thursday, October 21
Gorgeous made easy - be Gorgeous / life perspective ♥
A Thursday afternoon thought:
"Diplomacy is the only way to resolve conflict without war.."
- Victoria Alexis
Sunday, October 10
Gorgeous made easy - "The Four Agreements" that will make you a happier person and change your life..
A friend of mine is reading this book at the moment - The Four Agreements: Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (Toltec Wisdom)
As always with these kinds of books you shouldn't take every word literally, however understanding the notions and reflecting on yourself to see where you stand with them, will better your life, your happiness.
I always say this, being happy is simply a perspective. Understanding what your perspective is and working to always change that for the better, will inevitably leave you a happy human being. Go on, give it a try..
The Four Agreements
BE IMPECCABLE WITH YOUR WORD
Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak out against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.
DON’T TAKE ANYTHING PERSONALLY
Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering.
DON’T MAKE ASSUMPTIONS
Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness, and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.
ALWAYS DO YOUR BEST
Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgement, self abuse, and self regret.
You can also buy the book on Amazon below
Sunday, September 5
Gorgeous entertainment - X Factor Cher rocked it! Go girl!!
I was amazed yesterday to see a replay of Friday nights X Factor. Cher rocked it!
MUST SEE VIDEO & TURN MY SWAG ON YouTube Playlist: X Factor - Cher Lloyd's X Factor Audition (Full Version)
Other great cover versions of Turn My Swag On, dances and what not (In order of my liking :)
Tuesday, August 24
Gorgeous made easy - be Gorgeous / life perspective ♥
"It's not who you are underneath, it's what you do that defines you." Batman Begins
Sent from my iPod touch
Saturday, August 21
Gorgeous art - my 'Piano girl' search
I was looking for a photograph of a piano girl. It was the photo I had as my screen saver for 3 years during university on my laptop.
As with all things eventually, It gave me the blue screen of death and I lost it.. I lost her. Now I know this may sound a little melodramatic, but this is how beauty and art moves me.
So I went on a search... A Google Image search to be precise and I wanted to share some of my favourite moments with you in this post. I really hope you enjoy.. (and yes, she is in here, can you guess which one??)
Image sources: frankodea.net, beyondstickfigures.wordpress.com, http://500px.com/photo/80139, http://ghostsinyourbed.tumblr.com, http://black-and-white.tumblr.com, http://directionsforpest.deviantart.com/art/Piano-161550294?q=gallery:directionsforpest/68658&qo=5, https://www.butchershookgallery.com, http://lastikpabuc.com/blog/2010/04/14/amsterdams-finest-young-pianist-karsu-donmez/, http://datenshi-nagasava.deviantart.com/art/piano-150797194?q=boost:popular+piano+girl&qo=34, http://chibibichi.deviantart.com/art/Piano-Dress-69477167?q=boost:popular+piano+girl&qo=42
Sunday, August 15
Gorgeous made easy begins with a healthy heart.. ♥
Diet Coke and The Heart Truth join forces to raise awareness for woman's heart health problems. Below are tips to keep your heart healthy and generally look after your inside body. Please see some of my favorites.. See http://www.dietcoke.com/hearttruth/ for the rest of the remaining 28 tips!
1. Don't Miss a Beat
To stay extraordinary, you've got to keep your heart healthy—it's what keeps movers and shakers like you moving and shaking.
When it comes to heart health, these three simple areas are a good place to start: diet, exercise and stress levels. Take a moment to consider each of these in your own life. Get out a piece of paper, and write down one simple change you will make to improve each. They shouldn’t be big or sweeping–make them specific and attainable. Here are some examples to get you started:
Diet: I will cut out potato chips–they’re not my favorite splurge anyway.
Exercise: I will take the stairs, not the elevator, at work.
Stress: I will reserve half an hour after breakfast just for me–no email or distractions.
3.Take Family Time to Heart
Being active is easier to take on as a family than alone. And if you think an "active family" means group marathons, think again. Remember, as long as you're moving, it's better than sitting on the sofa.
Here are three unique and fun activities for you and your family to try.
Explore Your City
With that crazy carpooling schedule, it's easy to overlook the best parts of your city. Make sure you don't, and get some fresh air and easy exercise while you're at it. Find an area or attraction in your city, be it the arts district or a historic neighborhood. Then take to it on foot as a family.
Build Something Together 14. Give Your Date a Lift
If dinner and a movie leave you feeling sluggish, turn up the heat with something more active. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Exercise: I will take the stairs, not the elevator, at work.
Stress: I will reserve half an hour after breakfast just for me–no email or distractions.
Start with these simple changes. See how it feels.
3.Take Family Time to Heart
Being active is easier to take on as a family than alone. And if you think an "active family" means group marathons, think again. Remember, as long as you're moving, it's better than sitting on the sofa.
Here are three unique and fun activities for you and your family to try.
Explore Your City
With that crazy carpooling schedule, it's easy to overlook the best parts of your city. Make sure you don't, and get some fresh air and easy exercise while you're at it. Find an area or attraction in your city, be it the arts district or a historic neighborhood. Then take to it on foot as a family.
Build Something Together
If you pick a project every family member is excited about, you'll all be happy with the results and the experience. Some ideas: build a doghouse, create a stone garden or design and put up a tree house.
Find a Different Angle
Find a Different Angle
Get a new view of your city from someplace high. Whether it's a skyscraper or a mountain, get to the top as a family and take a good look. It'll lift your spirits and your heart rate.
Try a different activity a week. Let everyone throw out an idea and then vote for the favorite.
4. Fruits and Veggies ... Fast
Try a different activity a week. Let everyone throw out an idea and then vote for the favorite.
4. Fruits and Veggies ... Fast
You know you need to get your greens. And fresh fruit is tasty but easy to forget. Try these five tips for keeping heart-healthy fruits and veggies top of mind and easy to grab when you're rushing out the door.
- Keep a bowl of fruit on the table or counter. Looks good, tastes great.
- Pick up prewashed bags of greens and add baby carrots or grape tomatoes for a salad in minutes.
- Refrigerate or freeze cut-up fruit for yogurt smoothies.
- Precut packaged fruit is a healthy snack for on the go. Keep your fridge at work and home stocked.
- Keep a clear container of sliced up veggies in the fridge—you're more likely to snack on what you can see. Try carrot and celery sticks, broccoli florets and cucumber slices.
If dinner and a movie leave you feeling sluggish, turn up the heat with something more active. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Go hiking. The nice thing about hiking is you can do it at any level. Hit a challenging trail at a brisk pace for a workout. Or, take your time strolling through the park or woods to enjoy nature and your company.
Lace up your skates. Whether you go for the old school roller rink or for the ice, this is something fun you probably haven’t done in awhile. And, bad balance just makes for more excuses to get close.
Visit an art museum. This may be mellow, but you’ll get a lot more steps in than you realize—and definitely more than you will catching a movie at the theater or on the sofa.
Spend your next date trying one of these activities or coming up with your own. Or if you’re single, go it alone—you never know who you’ll meet along the way.
15. The Right Way to Crave
Cravings happen. But when you get the urge to splurge, smart selections can keep things in check. Here are some ideas:
Lace up your skates. Whether you go for the old school roller rink or for the ice, this is something fun you probably haven’t done in awhile. And, bad balance just makes for more excuses to get close.
Visit an art museum. This may be mellow, but you’ll get a lot more steps in than you realize—and definitely more than you will catching a movie at the theater or on the sofa.
Spend your next date trying one of these activities or coming up with your own. Or if you’re single, go it alone—you never know who you’ll meet along the way.
15. The Right Way to Crave
Cravings happen. But when you get the urge to splurge, smart selections can keep things in check. Here are some ideas:
Craving Chocolate? Go for Dark. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and may contribute to lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
Want Chips and Dips? Try Pita and Hummus. The pita is a healthier alternative to a fried potato chip, and hummus is a high source of fiber andis filling.
Looking for Munchies? Go Nuts. Choose walnuts and almonds. Both help lower bad cholesterol and can help clear arteries. Plus, they’ve got that satisfying crunch you’re craving. Satisfy your snacking the right way. Yourheart will thank you.
25. Heart-Healthy Party Foods
If you're thinking of a sad little veggie tray, think again. You can serve heart-healthy party dishes that are bold in flavor and style. Here are three ideas.
♥ Veggie Roll-Ups. Lay tortillas flat, fill them with goodies, roll them up and then slice into bite-size pieces. Here are some spread and filling ideas to get you started: pesto, mango chutney, hummus, roasted bell peppers, sundried tomatoes, goat cheese, artichoke hearts & the list goes on and on!
♥ Sweet Potato Bar. Mash or puree sweet potatoes with a little bit of butter, and then let guests fill martini glasses and add their own toppings. Here are some topping ideas: mini marshmallows, brown sugar and turkey bacon bits.
♥ Fruit Kebabs. Slice and dice your favorite fruits—strawberries, pineapple, banana, mango are good starters. Then, alternate them on skewers and stack high on a platter. Poppy seed dressing makes a great topping.
Get creative with your dishes, and mix and match to your heart's desire.
MANY MORE TIPS HERE
Article based on information from http://www.mypyramid.gov & http://www.dietcoke.com/hearttruth
Want Chips and Dips? Try Pita and Hummus. The pita is a healthier alternative to a fried potato chip, and hummus is a high source of fiber andis filling.
Looking for Munchies? Go Nuts. Choose walnuts and almonds. Both help lower bad cholesterol and can help clear arteries. Plus, they’ve got that satisfying crunch you’re craving. Satisfy your snacking the right way. Yourheart will thank you.
25. Heart-Healthy Party Foods
If you're thinking of a sad little veggie tray, think again. You can serve heart-healthy party dishes that are bold in flavor and style. Here are three ideas.
♥ Veggie Roll-Ups. Lay tortillas flat, fill them with goodies, roll them up and then slice into bite-size pieces. Here are some spread and filling ideas to get you started: pesto, mango chutney, hummus, roasted bell peppers, sundried tomatoes, goat cheese, artichoke hearts & the list goes on and on!
♥ Sweet Potato Bar. Mash or puree sweet potatoes with a little bit of butter, and then let guests fill martini glasses and add their own toppings. Here are some topping ideas: mini marshmallows, brown sugar and turkey bacon bits.
♥ Fruit Kebabs. Slice and dice your favorite fruits—strawberries, pineapple, banana, mango are good starters. Then, alternate them on skewers and stack high on a platter. Poppy seed dressing makes a great topping.
Get creative with your dishes, and mix and match to your heart's desire.
MANY MORE TIPS HERE
Article based on information from http://www.mypyramid.gov & http://www.dietcoke.com/hearttruth
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