Somewhere over the rainbow…

I’m a hypocrite.

I said I’d be back and then just didn’t update.

Its not that I didn’t want to but lack of time, inclination and topics prevented me.

I’d already decided a while ago that unlike previous outings, I wasn’t going to share anything too personal on this blog. So a lot of stuff has been going on that was too personal to share, and which made me not in the blogging mood.

I might need to do NaBloPoMo again to get back into the blogging groove!

Anyway, apart from things I can’t talk about what I can talk about are my shows. And god they are good.

I am well and truly addicted to True Blood. Sookie and Bill are a lot more ADULT than Angel and Buffy. God, those were the days! Forbidden love and good storytelling had been missing from a lot of shows these days. The last time was Pushing Daisies and that got cancelled.

Also addicted to The Family which this year is following an Asian British family. MUCH more watchable and funny than last year’s.

Perfect Bride is meandering and I just wish it would end already. Pati, Patni Aur Woh continues to remain a firm favourite though.

I’m dropping the serials as well cos they’re just getting boring and into ridiculous story lines.

I’m quite excited about Eid on Friday! I spent the whole day just sorting through our recycling which has been piling up, and with the days so short and stopping for prayers every so often, it just seems to be going by so fast.

And can you believe its nearly Christmas? And you know what that means?! No, not Santa and Turkey, DR WHO! I LOVED The Waters of Mars. I didn’t think Russell T Davies was capable of such a dark and complex episode, which is why I am looking forward to the 11th Doctor because with Stephen Moffat at the helm hopefully we’ll get some really scary episodes like Blink, which I can’t watch again cos it scared me so much.

I was watching some TV spot *Cough Film 2009* on Paranormal Activity and it looks genuinely scary. I think the things you don’t see are far scarier than what you do see.

The weather is turning unseasonably cold and once again in a fit of boredom I rearranged my closet. My mum and sister were happy, cos I FINALLY gave away some clothes I was holding onto for the past 10 years. Hey I LOVE my clothes, and its not exactly cheap to buy clothing these days. And with my current financial situation, even harder. But, out with the old and in with the new.

My closet can finally breathe again!

And that’s it for now! Any new things you’ve discovered. Good blogs. Recipes. Oh yes, I am addicted to cooking these days so any suggestions, especially for Indian Cooking recipies but any type of main meal recipes, snacks or desserts are most welcome!

So I’m back…

Didya miss me?

So, since it was my birthday Friday, I thought I’d take the time to reflect how I’ve changed this past year.

First, I had a fab birthday! And even baked a yummy upside down pineapple cake. It was just amazing!

And yesterday went to an awesome party where I got to know someone better and had some yummy food.

So, how have I changed? Well, I’m out of work, but I find new things to do everyday.

I’m not in education, yet I learn a new skill every week.

I am far more patient and tolerant than I was last year and I think I’ve matured a lot this year as well, with all the life experiences I’ve had.

I’ve also realised that every minute is so precious, because I’ve been losing people I care about and love. And I’m determined not to settle for anything less than joie de vivre!

I’ve made new friends, drifted apart from old ones and met many a challenege this past year.

I’ve been terrified out of my wits, I’ve had huge responsibility thrust on me and yet by the grace of god, I’ve managed to make it out alive which I am so thankful for.

I’ve also had a lot of laughter, painted my room and got rid of a huge computer that was blighting it. I’ve got myself a Mac, taught myself how semi-cook (although I’m still scared of the washing machine, but I’m trying to get over my fear of ruining clothes), bought a sewing machine (although have yet to use it) and just had the best year ever!

I am looking forward to the next year and the challenges it holds for me.

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We’re here!

The final day and I could not be happier!

Thank you for joining me on this journey, its been interesting and enlightening, but not one I’m going to repeat anytime soon!

So this is how I feel about today and I’ve wanted to post this all month:

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I bought “Shall We Dance?” from the local charity shop for £2 yesterday! Review here.

I forgot how handsome Richard Gere was even when he was playing an average Joe. The intensity in that man’s eyes!
And he’s charming looking and his smile! For a minute I got distracted by new Hollywood, the Taylor Lautner’s of today with their ripped bodies and awesome smiles.

But a man who can dance, is charming and is also such an activist in real life is FAR more attractive than Taylor, pretty though he is.

At a time when I’m having a hard time believing that there is someone who’s out their for me, this man restores my faith in Gentlemen.

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We’re coming into the final stretch now!

I got a blue star on Ebay! I’m so proud! I got 50 positive reviews and they’ve even got a certificate I can print!

I want to thank god, my mum and dad, my family and all the ebay sellers who gave me positive feedback. This one’s for you! *Holds up certificate with pride*

Oh wait…I’m not at the Oscars….*Shuffles off*

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Had the BEST sleep ever last night.

And had some yummy Pepero and crisps that I got on offer at the Chinese shop.

I swear that place is like a treasure trove. I love it and wish I lived closer.

I never have this much fun when I go to the Indian shops for grocery shopping, which is why I don’t go often HAHA!

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Oops! Yesterday no entry.

Today went into Leeds.

Mad rush.

Went to the Chinese shop and stocked up on Pepero. So yummy!

Then went to my fave place in Leeds, Little Tokyo and had a fish balls Bento Box.

Oh god I was so hungry, the food was extra delicious!

And this time we got seated at the bottom, didn’t even know they had space in the basement! But its much nicer and quieter their.

The weather was gorgeous and I was disappointed no crazies out in Leeds on Saturday. You can pretty much guarantee something interesting will happen, but not today!

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Again nothing to say today.

I ironed some clothes and caught up on my shows.

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Um..OK…I have nothing to say really.

Yay being Beautiful!

Beautiful things:

1. Being Alive

2. Makeup

3. Coconuts

4. Good friends.

5. Sunny weather

What are your five Beautiful Things?

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I considered giving up, but we’re in the final stretch, and I will finish NaBloPoMo!

Anyway, Eid was FANTASTIC! The best Eid I’ve had in years!

So as soon as we out on Saturday night that Eid was Sunday, we started a flurry of cleaning and cooking. My mum finished my Eid outfit in the wee hours of the night.

My sister and I put Henna on our hands, and this was my hand:

I did my left hand only myself.

I’m not very good at controlling the Henna cone yet, but this effort is a LOT better than my first try!

Anyway, so we went to mosque for prayers, but we went to the later session and everyone else had gone to the earlier one, so we missed seeing some friends.

Then came home and rested because we were going to a party in the evening.

The food was AMAZING at the party and I had such a good time. I stuck to my mum since there is never anyone my age, but I had some fantastic conversations with two married women around my age.

I couldn’t stop looking at one of them, first of all she was GORGEOUS Mashallah, second she was wearing the most blinging sari I’ve ever seen, this thing was literally covered in jewels and bling and third she was so kind and funny. And she’d only been married a month!

The other lady lives in my town, although I’d never met her. Her daughter was ADORABLE! She loved our Hennaed hands, and her face would just light up when you showed her the Henna! Mashallah!

I restrained myself food wise though, didn’t take too much and my stomach thanked me the next day!

Yesterday, we were still cleaning and cooking, as we had invited some friends over for dinner.

And yesterday was the FIRST time I drove on my own, without mum! And it was not as scary as I thought. I had my brother with me, but still I was nervous. But I said a prayer and off I went! Usually, when I am driving someone always overtakes me which I find annoying cos our car has a New Driver sticker on it to warn other people and would you believe, after I said that prayer, NO-ONE overtook me! I was amazed!

I haven’t taken any pics in my Eid clothes yet, but I’ve not been feeling well and am not likely to take them for a while anyway. But its not like the clothes are going anywhere!

How was your Eid? Sunday?