Archive for December, 2007

preserving memories of a lifetime

Monday, December 31st, 2007

Sometimes I wish my parents have recorded our growing stages and childhood moments into photographs and slides. It is nice to look back and treasure those wonderful days with my family during those special occasions.
Unlike those days of old, technology has changed the way we lead our lives.

shopping frenzy in LA

Saturday, December 29th, 2007

Finally, I got to the factory outlets in Camarillo yesterday after having lunch at a Chinese restaurant in LA county. We got there a little late and my first stop was Banana Republic, which was also the most crowded store in the entire area.

self catering apartments in dubai

Saturday, December 29th, 2007

Just the other day, we were watching a feature on an exciting project that is currently happening in Dubai and it’s none other than The Palm islands. The name of this project is significant to the design of the entire infrastructure, taking after the shape of the beautiful palm, which is often referred to as [...]

car donation website

Saturday, December 29th, 2007

Amidst the festive shopping activities during my trip, I came across some information on car donation which some of you might have already heard of.

time to update your kiddies room

Friday, December 28th, 2007

Looking back, when DH agreed that we were taking a vacation in Los Angeles, I was delighted! I can’t believe that we are actually here now celebrating Christmas and the coming New Year. It has been a dream to celebrate Christmas outside Asia!

a great time to chill out this season

Friday, December 28th, 2007

I just got to admit that Christmas spent in winter is anytime better than Christmas in a tropical country! With all the home cooked dining and parties since Christmas day til today, I think I may have put on a few pounds. Nothing is better than relaxing with the family with Direct TV Satellite programs [...]

first stop shopping at traders joe

Tuesday, December 25th, 2007

It’s exciting to be celebrating Christmas in Los Angeles and yes, we are finally here! Looking back, I was planning for this vacation since early this year and it felt good that it had come to pass.

our beachfront room in Marriott Waikiki

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007

If any of you guys are thinking about coming to Waikiki for a vacation, I would strongly recommend staying with the Hilton Hawaiian Village or Marriott Waikiki.

shopping in waikiki

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007

One of the places to shop when you are in Waikiki is the DFS store. However, you can only allowed to buy duty free goods if you are traveling out of US and this only applies to non-American products.

back in waikiki

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007