a Cup of Mimi

A Touch of Old Quebec City

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:37:00 +0000

This is by far the closest thing I can get to Europe. I love this place , a mix of busy community but still it feels laid back. Here you can just enjoy a stroll visiting the historic landmarks, fine dine in a French restaurant, shop on the stores along the street, take a ferry ride, visit museums, or just enjoy a free show outside.

Quebec City is the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec, it lies on the Saint Lawrence River, roughly three hours east of Montreal. The city is the second-oldest existing European settlement in Canada.

Love this New Moon Quotes

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:55:00 +0000

As I was returning my books in the library I see in the front bookshelf what is turning out to be a Best Seller in books and also in the movies ... yup! talking about the Twilight Saga Collection. Before the movie is shown might as well check this book out and find out what is really fascinating. Maybe I can compare the story ... since I never had the chance to read Twilight , I just watched it on DVD. I won't really miss it this time on the moviehouse. I'm hooked! Really hooked.

Love to share some New Moon quotes that i like with some cheesy parts.

Where you are is the right place for me.
Bella Swan, New Moon, Chapter 3, p.69

I saw no reason for fear. I couldn’t imagine anything in the world that there was left to be afraid of, not physically at least. One of the few advantages of losing everything.

Bella Swan, New Moon, Chapter 4, p.110

Sometimes, kismet happens.
Bella Swan, New Moon, Chapter 5, p.126

Sometimes, loyalty gets in the way of what you want to do. Sometimes, it’s not your secret to tell.
Jacob Black, New Moon, Chapter 12, p.283

Once you cared about a person, it was impossible to be logical about them anymore.
Bella Swan, New Moon, Chapter 13, p.304

Before you, Bella, my life was like a moonless night. Very dark, but there were stars—points of light and reason… And then you shot across my sky like a meteor. Suddenly everything was on fire; there was brilliancy, there was beauty. When you were gone, when the meteor had fallen over the horizon, everything went black. Nothing had changed, but my eyes were blinded by the light. I couldn’t see the stars anymore. And there was no more reason for anything.
Edward Cullen, New Moon, Chapter 23, p.514

My heart hasn’t beat in almost ninety years, but this was different. It was like my heart was gone—like I was hollow. Like I’d left everything that was inside me here with you.
Edward Cullen, New Moon, Chapter 23, p.515

I thought I’d explained it clearly before. Bella, I can’t live in a world where you don’t exist.
Edward Cullen, New Moon, Chapter 23, p.509

Niagara Falls Table Rock: a view from the top

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 02:31:00 +0000

Yes as I've said I'll be coming back over again to Niagara to view it on all seasons. Last time I did was just this winter, though it was really quite romantic at night due to the light effects on the falls. But you can appreciate its true beauty by day. I've taken this picture this summer while riding on the Falls InclineRailway, its a convenient link between the Fallsview tourist area and Table Rock. You can check their 2009 Adventure Pass if you want a quick tour. On the picture is Table Rock , an observation site and retail complex located in Niagara Falls, Ontario, at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls.

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Restaurant City How To Earn Coins

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:37:00 +0000

I love this Restaurant City game in Facebook though you would really have a hard time earning those money to buy for things in your restaurant. The easiest and sure thing to earn those money

1. Shake trees. Your trees and when you visit someone's restaurant.

2. Pick up trash. Sometimes I get happy when I visit someone's restaurant and their trash piles up this means more coins fo me.

3. The last and not the best one ... buy coins.

My first ever blog award

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:13:00 +0000

Thank you very much to Toni at Dee-Zigns for this wonderful blog award I received about a month ago. I am really looking forward when will be the time I may be able to receive such awards like other bloggers post on their blogsite. And now I'm so thankful I received my first ever award. And sorry to Toni I can't keep my lips sealed for this one I'm so happy. I know very well that you deserve this award too.

In return I would like to share the "2009 Friendly Blogger Award" and "The Uplifting Blogger Award" to this lovely lady bloggers listed below. Thank you for visiting me always and giving me comments that are truly motivating. To you girls I have found friends here in blogging ( including Toni though I can't include her in the list).

One Proud Mom, One proud Wife
Mattie's Journal
Women's Sef Esteem
Dear Iago
Chazlizone
In Love with Daisies

Back to when I started blogging when I just recently became active in visiting and commenting on other blogger's blog I meet many good bloggers along the way but few come back to me and share some of their thoughts and happiness.

Panda Bear or Polar Bear? (T-Thunks#1)

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:52:00 +0000

1. Someone knocks at your door. You answer it. It's a kid from the local school selling candy bars for a fundraiser. Do you buy one? Because it's a kid ... maybe if it wouldn't look like a scam.

2. The end of the world is tomorrow and you are out of milk - do you go buy some? Yes of course maybe I'll buy lots of it.

3. Have you ever picked up the phone and called someone that you hadn't talked to in years? My uncle and aunt in the US.

4. Whats on your computer desktop background? Niagara falls, my husband took that photo.

5. What was the very first movie you saw in a movie theater? Lol! That was Evil Dead with my family... and yeah at that time it scared the hell out of me. I don't know if it would have the same effect now.

6. If you had to take a 10th grade science test, do you think you would pass? At my brain age now ... "No" but give me time to review maybe I'll pass.

7. Describe heaven. It's a place of peace and no worries.

8. Has a place that you lived ever been infested with some sort of insect or rodent? Yeah when I was in my college years the place where I was sharing rent with my cousins in the city was termite infested ... it's freaky you can go paranoid thinking on your sleep it would go inside your ears. You can hear their little buzzing coz mostly all our furnitures are wood.

9. When you were a youngin', did you hide in the clothes racks at department stores? No.

10. Is there anything in your vehicle that is broken? Well no ... maybe if it sort of happened my husband would fix it immediately.

11. What is something in your house that people would be surprise to find? Maybe it's my neighboring friend's cat "Portia". I don't own a cat so people get surprised seeing Portia. Portia knows our house and sometimes knocks on the door for a visit.

12. Do you agree with the death penalty? Yes if proven guilty 101%.

Picture Courtesy of Free Stock Photos
13. Whats your favorite type of bear? Panda bear they are the cutest and I love them but I also want to see Polar bears.

14. Where was the last place you went? In Niagara Falls last weekend.

15. What if that person knocking at your door earlier was an adult selling candy bars... would you buy one? Oh! That's why I said if it's a kid ... I don't know honestly I don't just go open doors. Maybe no. It would be weird if adults sell candy bars.

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Fathers Now and Then

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:10:00 +0000

In 1900, a father's horsepower meant his horses.
Today, it's the size of his minivan.

In 1900, if a father put a roof over his family's head, he was a success.
Today, it takes a roof, deck, pool, and 4-car garage. And that's just the vacation home.

In 1900, a father waited for the doctor to tell him when the baby arrived.
Today, a father must wear a smock, know how to breathe, and make sure film is in the video camera.

In 1900, fathers passed on clothing to their sons.
Today, kids wouldn't touch Dad's clothes if they were sliding naked down an icicle.

In 1900, fathers could count on children to join the family business.
Today, fathers pray their kids will soon come home from college long enough to teach them how to work the computer and set the VCR.

In 1900, a father smoked a pipe.
If he tries that today, he gets sent outside after a lecture on lip cancer.

In 1900, fathers shook their children gently and whispered, "Wake up, it's time for school."
Today, kids shake their fathers violently at 4 a.m., shouting: "Wake up, it's time for hockey practice."

In 1900, a father came home from work to find his wife and children at the supper table.
Today, a father comes home to a note: "Jimmy's at baseball, Cindy's at gymnastics, I'm at adult-Ed, Pizza in fridge."

In 1900, fathers and sons would have heart-to-heart conversations while fishing in a stream.
Today, fathers pluck the headphones off their sons' ears and shout, "WHEN YOU HAVE A MINUTE.."

In 1900, if a father had breakfast in bed, it was eggs and bacon and ham and potatoes.
Today, it's Special K, soy milk, dry toast and a lecture on cholesterol.

In 1900, a Father's Day gift would be a hand tool.
Today, he'll get a digital organizer.

In 1900, fathers said, "A man's home is his castle."
Today, they say, "Welcome to the money pit."

In 1900, "a good day at the market" meant Father brought home feed for the horses.
Today, "a good day at the market" means Dad got in early on an IPO.

In 1900, a happy meal was when Father shared funny stories around the table.
Today, a happy meal is what Dad buys at McDonald's.

In 1900, a father was involved if he spanked the kid now and then.
Today, a father's involved only if he coaches Little League and organizes Boy Scouts and car pools.

In 1900, when fathers entered the room, children often rose to attention.
Today, kids glance up and grunt, "Dad, you're invading my space."

In 1900, fathers threatened their daughters suitors with shotguns if the girl came home late.
Today, fathers break the ice by saying, "So...how long have you had that earring?"

Courtesy of AHA Jokes. Happy Father's Day!

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Dragonball Evolution not a hit in movies?

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:05:00 +0000

You're probably a kid living in Asia in the 90's era if you know Dragonball Z. Too popular that from the time my brother was a kid till he goes to senior high school I can still see reruns of it in TV. I am happy seeing some news last year that it was produced into a movie and will be showing this year. And yeah was shown this April though haven't seen it in the moviehouse. I was scanning some reviews of it in rottentomatoes.com and found out critics gave it a very low rating 13% on the tomatometer. Was it the low technicalities or production cost? But I guess I'll still watch it one of these days ... I wan't to see the version in film.

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I am a certified summer person

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:54:00 +0000

The week is still like "today raining, tomorrow sunny" ... but I am so happy it's summer still ... I have to seize it before winter comes again. I came from a tropical country and it's really smoking hot there in summer.

And for this coming week and so, I would be even happier (Yey!), If we pushed through on going out of town I'll post the pictures here and share it with you.

I am a Summer Person!

You are energetic, outgoing, and active. You love to be out and about... hanging out with friends or getting things done. Summer is the perfect time for you to be as hyper as you want to be. In fact, during the rest of the year you feel half-asleep!

Try this quiz on blogthings: Are You a Winter Person or a Summer Person?

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Luminato - 1000 Tastes of Toronto

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 02:54:00 +0000

1000 Plates 1000 Tastes. In celebration of Luminato, President's choice showcased a feast of different culinary flavors from different food vendors and restaurant. A thousand food booths lined up along Queen's Quay in Harbourfront last weekend ( June 13-14 ).

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The Alchemist: In search of your personal legend?

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:58:00 +0000

An allegorical novel by Paulo Coelho. A simple, quick read book that turned to be a modern classic. The story is about a shepherd boy who goes into quest for a treasure, his "Personal Legend" and the wonderful journey and experiences he met along the way. The best part of the story that I liked most is about the twist in the ending, I found it funny and didn't see it coming that way.

My favorite quotes on the book:

* “When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.”
* “There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.”
* "It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting."
* "When each day is the same as the next it's because people fail to recognize the good things that happen in their lives everyday the sun rises."
* "Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own."
* "I'm like everyone else - I see the world in terms of what I would like to see happen, not what actually does."

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Music Monday #1: Lucky by Jason Mraz ft. Colby Caillat

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:42:00 +0000

My first Music Monday post. I am liking this song I kept hearing on the radio.

Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be deleted without prejudice.

What bathroom product are you?

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Fri, 29 May 2009 18:28:00 +0000

Yup seriously I wanna know what bathroom product I am wahahaha! why didn't I end up with bath soap instead, I love soap. Maybe because I love peppermint instead of vanilla in my toothpaste. Of course I love mint in my toothpaste and vanilla goes in soap. Oh guess I'm still lucky didn't end up with a loofah ... not bad. =)

I am a Toothpaste!

You are very responsible. You live an orderly, organized life. You prefer to be as clean and neat as possible. You are a bit of a clean freak. You are attractive, charming, and even sparkling. People find you appealing. You are honest, direct, and even a bit sharp tongued. You don't try to complicate life.

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Feeling a bit of the country side?

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Thu, 28 May 2009 18:34:00 +0000

A rustic feel brings memories of me to a cabin, a lodge, or a log house with your house near the woods or with a feel of trees and nature. Brings me closer to living in the country side away from the fast paced life here in the city. I imagine having a little comfy fireplace in my living room. Sometimes taking a break out of the closed space apartments or condo and embrace a little laid back living can do wonders to our pre-occupied thinking.

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WW#1: Speed Bumps

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Wed, 27 May 2009 06:37:00 +0000

"Life is what's happening when you're too busy to notice." - Wayne Muller

This is my first Wordless Wednesday! Come and share your cool picture links too and join the fun.

Kris Allen the Season's Dark Horse

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Fri, 22 May 2009 15:52:00 +0000

Though gained many unfavorable responses from the American Idol Fans (even from my husband he's a big Adam fan you know and I can still remember his sigh remarks after Adam lose) kudos to Kris Allen on keeping his feet on the ground and maintaining his charisma after all this. Anyways we can't do anything about it he's "The Dark Horse" now. Aside from "Ain't No Sunshine" I also love this one "Falling Slowly" .

At The Keg Mansion for a Superb Creepy Dinner

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:40:00 +0000

My husband for so long wanted to bring me to a special dinner. And he purposely liked to go on a steakhouse for his love of steak. Brought me here at the Keg Mansion located near the corner of Jarvis and Wellesley. Though a bit creepy I didn't know it was as they say haunted, until I read the history on the leaflets the receptionists are giving to guests.

While waiting for food we took some pictures inside the restroom where they say it was. Though I was feeling a little bit creepy. I don't ever want some ghost encounters of that kind just want to take pictures for memorabilias.

Anyways overall I really enjoyed the dinner. Price is a little above range but the serving and the delicious food speaks well worth it. Plus the superb service. And a little side trip of creepiness. It definitely is a recommended place for dinner. Moreso for the steaklovers.

My choice is the SIRLOIN & DUNGENESS CRAB and for my husband the NEW YORK CLASSIC.

A little piece of history courtesy of www.jarvismansiondistrict.com :

Located at 515 Jarvis StreetThe Keg Mansion, formerly known as Euclid Hall is a prominent heritage building in downtown Toronto, Canada. The structure was originally built in 1868 by Arthur McMaster, nephew of the prominent businessman William McMaster. At the time Jarvis Street was one of the wealthiest parts of Toronto and the street was lined by large manors. The house was set back from the street and surrounded by large gardens.

In 1880 it was purchased by Hart Massey and his wife who had just returned to Toronto from Cleveland. The building was named Euclid Hall by Massey's granddaughter Lillian, after Euclid Street in Cleveland. The Masseys expanded the house and added greenhouses outside. Hart Massey's sons bought homes surrounding the manor. To the north his son Chester D. Massey built the home where Hart's grandchildren Vincent and Raymond were raised.

As the area became more urban the Masseys left, and various commercial operations moved into the area. The manor served as the first home of Toronto radio station CFRB in the 1920s and was home to an art gallery for several decades until 1960. It then became a restaurant named Julie's Mansion. The grounds were sold off and the greenhouses demolished and replaced with a service station. In the 1970s it became home to a The Keg franchise, and it was renamed the Keg Mansion.

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Chat with me at Cbox

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Tue, 19 May 2009 02:40:00 +0000

Hi to all! Thank you for dropping by on my personal blog. If you want to chat with me or drop me a message if I'm not online you can use the Cbox feature below. I value greatly your comments and deeply appreciate it better but still more communication is more fun. So hop on and just buzz me.

Aloha Friday #1 : Top 3 Beauty Product Essentials

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Sat, 16 May 2009 00:04:00 +0000

This is my first Aloha Friday post, thanks to Kailani of Island Life for this wonderful meme. My question is ... "What is your top 3 beauty item you can't leave home without?"

Mine is a lip balm, blush, and eyebrow pencil. I had this with me always. The Faceshop Automatic Eyebrow Pencil works wonder with me because its fuzz free.

If you want to join the fun just visit Aloha Friday on Island Life and follow the instructions.

Adam and Kris for the Finals on American Idol Season 8

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Thu, 14 May 2009 15:37:00 +0000

Adam Lambert and Kris Allen remains in-tact for the Top 2 on American Idols Season 8. Danny Gokey who has never been to the bottom three was voted off and gained the lowest of the 88 million votes.

Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi chose One Republic’s "Apologize" for Kris Allen, but seemed not to gain favor for the judges. The "Season's Dark Horse" as the judges call him bounced back with his very good interpretation of "Heartless" by Kanye West as his own choice, for which he accompanied himself on the guitar. Judge Randy Jackson even declared that Allen’s performance was "better than the original" and Simon Cowell said it made him into a contender.

Adam Lambert on his trademark rock performance made his own choice of "Crying" by Aerosmith and Simon's choice of "One" by U2. Simon said he deserved America’s votes because he showed real talent.

Danny Gokey was given "Dance Little Sister" by Terence Trent D'Arby from Paula Abdul. The judges thought the song choice was good for him but weren’t that impressed with the performance especially with his dancing which Kara said is a little "desperate". He also bounced back with his personal choice – Joe Croker's "You are So Beautiful". Simon called it a "vocal master class".

Kris Allen was the first to be called safe maybe due to his performance of "Heartless" that saved him. Second to be called is Adam Lambert who is also a bit nervous not making it to the finals. Danny was eliminated.

Bestseller in Books

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Wed, 13 May 2009 18:00:00 +0000

Checkout this great hot bestseller books in Amazon.com.

Fringe Season 1 Finale

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Tue, 12 May 2009 22:13:00 +0000

Questions will be answered in the climactic all-new first season finale of "Fringe" as the elusive William Bell (guest star Leonard Nimoy of Star Trek) is finally introduced in the "There's More Than One of Everything" episode of FRINGE airing Tuesday, May 12 (9:04-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

When asked about how the second season of Fringe would differ from the first, Abrams ( Fringe co-creator) said, “The first year is about learning there is an enemy ... I would argue Season 2 is about getting to know the enemy ... Season 1 is building to a very specific type of confrontation ... there will be a really interesting shift in the fundamental paradigm of the show in a very cool way.”

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Mother's Day Movies to Watch

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Sun, 10 May 2009 18:20:00 +0000

Celebrate Mother's Day with this list of movies celebrating women's and mom stories.

Teen Mom
* Juno
Funny/Comedy
* Stepmom, Monster in Law, Anywhere but Here, Freaky Friday
Drama/Romance
* Steel Magnolias, Terms of Endearment, Georgia Rule
Inspiring/Women's Rights
* North Country, Erin Brocovich
Single Working Moms
* Maid in Manhattan, Riding in Car with Boys
Musical
* Mamma Mia, The Sound of Music

If you want to include something on the list just leave your comments and would gladly add it up for you.

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Hell's Kitchen Top 2 Face-off

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Thu, 07 May 2009 14:19:00 +0000

Its the Top 2 Finalists Danny and Paula to face-off on tonight's episode of Hell's Kitchen (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) THURSDAY, MAY 7, ON FOX.The final two chefs would start designing their restaurant for their final dinner service. And Ramsay surprises them again in a trip to the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, NJ for another challenge, each must impress the Borgata's Chief Operating Officer with their potential restaurant menus. Who would win Executive Chef Danny or Executive Sous Chef Paula? Oh but of course I'm rooting for Paula.

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H1N1 Swine Flu vs Sars

noreply@blogger.com (Mimi) — Wed, 06 May 2009 01:16:00 +0000

"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" - Henry de Bracton

I like to share this information about H1N1 flu I got from my email. Last Monday the victims topped to its 1000 mark, serious cases of death was mainly for those with existing respiratory problems.

Click on image to enlarge.