Cupcake.la http://cupcake.la The Cupcake Courtesan Thu, 05 Aug 2010 03:50:37 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Loving Etsy http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/Ih2y7yi3JWM/ http://cupcake.la/?p=502#comments Thu, 05 Aug 2010 03:50:37 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=502 I’m becoming more & more addicted to shopping at Etsy.
Just what is Etsy? Etsy is a social commerce website focused on handmade or vintage items as well as art and craft supplies. According to the website, their vision is to build a new economy and present a better choice: Buy, Sell, and Live Handmade.
Swiss Strawberry Dot Tea Cups

I found these for my mother’s birthday. Shipping was only $7.00 too :D !

Salt and Pepper Strawberries

Salt & pepper shakers for my Mom’s strawberry kitchen found here.

I might even open up a little shop there one day.
Anyway, I just thought I would share this with you all :wink:

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=502 2 http://cupcake.la/?p=502 Oh, you internet drama http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/MDQfSf-vgSo/ http://cupcake.la/?p=495#comments Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:00:32 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=495 I’ve spoken to people that have had online problems recently. I just don’t understand why someone/anyone would put so much energy into being hateful. It seems to me that the world is already a pretty nasty place. Why seek people out just for the point of being miserable? Has it ever dawned on these people that they themselves are probably more consumed with the whole scenario than the people they think they are bothering? Point, click, delete! I think that time wasted in this false world could be better spent. The internet may be a safe haven for you to be a faceless menace, I agree! but when the computer is turned off who is burdened?

Why these things happen, I don’t know. I can’t imagine taking time away from the things I find happiness in, just so I can “get back” at someone. Peace be with you :weird:

The only type of drama that I like is Korean.

It’s funny how you picture someone that you chat with online. I sometimes wonder how other people perceive me to look like. As I chat with people longer and read more details of their daily lives, my vision of them and their space seems to become more vivid. I wonder if I’m painting a true picture, I’m just wondering because I see some people post pictures of what appears to be themselves. Others post pictures of movie stars, musical artists, or anime characters. My online friends have really interesting icons that seem to be a little deeper than most out there. Just an observation. anywho, on with my day.

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=495 1 http://cupcake.la/?p=495 The bad hand http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/d7XzBocyC1A/ http://cupcake.la/?p=485#comments Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:19:27 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=485 I know I mentioned in this post that I would be attending fitness camp, but it looks like I’ll be missing out on it this week. I have been having problems with my left hand for a while and it is starting to get worse T_T . I hope it isn’t because of the exercise! I spoke with my doctor yesterday and she believes I could very well have a cyst. I am on a waiting list to see a specialist. Let’s hope the wait will not be very long! I’d like to be able to type using both hands again LOL ^_^ . My fitness instructor will be working with me on exercises that will not require any weight that will be put on my left hand, so that’s a relief. I am totally unable to bend any fingers other than my thumb or pinky. It just burns and locks up if I try. Talk about unlucky, right -.- ? I guess I’ll just use this time to catch up on my reading or my new not-so-secret guilty pleasure– watching a few Asian Drama shows on dramacrazy.net. My husband loves to tease me about this and each time we pass by the video store in the Crystal Mall, he points out various actors, claiming they are my boyfriend :weird: .
The drama I am currently watching is called “You’re Beautiful“, which is about a nun who stands in as a singer for an idol group after her brother was in an accident.

I am so lame LOL
Welp, I am going to have to take a brief hiatus from blogging for the time being T_T .
Peace out :exclaim:

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=485 2 http://cupcake.la/?p=485 I love Nintendo http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/Sh8ESRT1Eu0/ http://cupcake.la/?p=477#comments Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:19:42 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=477 I am incredibly jealous of my husband. He went to the Nintendo of America headquarters in Washington on business Tuesday. He brought back a ton of awesome goodies.
nintendo

I absolutely love the baby Bowser :heart: . He even brought home a chain chomp soccer ball!

My DS Lite is now decked out in fancy bling. It’s a little bit girly :weird: . What do you think?

dslite

Also, would you mind clicking these eggs? I will love you forever!



]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=477 0 http://cupcake.la/?p=477 Booty Camp http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/z1J50b8lQ8I/ http://cupcake.la/?p=411#comments Thu, 01 Jul 2010 04:02:12 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=411 Follow my blog with bloglovin– You know you want to :rainbow:
I know it’s been a little while since my last entry- I assure you I am not dead yet :weird: ! Over the past few months I fell into a rut that I am slowly climbing out of. I understand that some things just take time.

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover”
– MARK TWAIN

I have recently signed up for a ladies’ fitness boot camp. According to their website, Booty Camp Fitness boasts results that are:

  • Up to 16 lbs weight reduction
  • 1 – 6 inches reduced in your thighs, midsection, and arms
  • A boost in your immune system, and a decrease in sick days
  • 25 – 100% increase in strength and stamina
  • An energized yet relaxed feeling…

Of course, realistically speaking, results will be different for everyone. I’ll just be happy to be up, active, and out of the house– & Who knows? Maybe I’ll even make a few new friends!

Each session is an hour long, which combines circuit training, hand-to-hand cardio combat (no contact), core strengthening, body sculpting, & yoga. Prices can vary to $299 CAN for an 8 week package, or $159 CAN for a 4 week package. I decided on a 4 week package to start out. Wish me lots of luck ^_^ . I will definitely update if there are any results.
If you are interested in joining, find a location closest to you!
Note:This particular camp is only available in Ontario, BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canada.

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=411 2 http://cupcake.la/?p=411 Easter, Carnival Glass, and Roses http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/PX-so1eWTRY/ http://cupcake.la/?p=314#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2010 06:02:18 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=314 I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter :) ! I pretty much went wild and either called or texted all of my friends from America while we were on our way to my mother inlaw’s house for dinner. Matt’s family does some amazing things with sweet potatoes. Someday I’ll have to get around to asking for a recipe or two, although my cooking is absolutely horrible  :weird: !

Lately I have been feeling creative. I felt inspired by this lady’s idea to take an ordinary pot and sponge a bit of paint onto it using a stencil. Of course mine didn’t turn out as well… but the sloppiness adds a little something, I think! There is always more room for improvement.

Flower Pot

I used little Easter egg ornaments that I found at Micheal’s to decorate the little roses. Yes, that is a surround sound speaker behind the flower pot. Yes, that is a plush poo. And yes, the flower pot is ontop of a subwoofer – probably not the best place for it T_T .

Happy Easter!

I’m pretty stoked. The Carnival glass fruit bowls that belonged to my great grandmother came in the mail all in one piece. Now I can finally relax. I’m always a bit nervous when fragile things are shipped, especially antique heirlooms! I think it makes for a lovely Easter display. The bowls remind me of tulips.

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=314 1 http://cupcake.la/?p=314 Little Oddities http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/MsALaCHpEs4/ http://cupcake.la/?p=306#comments Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:16:37 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=306 I logged on to tumblr today to see that 13 people left a “note” on that old picture post of mine. I nearly always have to explain my ethnicity whenever someone makes a comment about my eyes. I don’t mind. I kind of am left with this warm and fuzzy feeling :love: !

Today we went to the flea market. I am not ashamed! I am an eccentric old woman! This is what I found:

Jewelry Box

I really like the ornate carvings on the jewelry box. It’s not too feminine. I’m sure Matt can find use for it for his cards! The vintage necklace was only $9.00 CAN. Two of my favourite things – pearls and cameos.

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=306 2 http://cupcake.la/?p=306 Sweet Valentines http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/G-bB1kJAuKc/ http://cupcake.la/?p=302#comments Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:09:04 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=302
Valentines

My Valentine’s Day this year was wonderful :love: ! I received a heart shaped box filled my favourite sweets – marzipan, a gorgeous 3 carat diamond ring from my husband, and a sweet little card from my dear friend, Sven. Even the dogs got some gourmet treats!
Gourmet dog treats

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=302 1 http://cupcake.la/?p=302 Mountain Men http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/YX39imd_Afg/ http://cupcake.la/?p=229#comments Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:56:27 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=229

]]> http://cupcake.la/?feed=rss2&p=229 2 http://cupcake.la/?p=229 Crocs http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cupcakela/~3/RXr36fFiCKc/ http://cupcake.la/?p=223#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:58:35 +0000 Marlénè http://cupcake.la/?p=223 Be honest. Do you really like the look of these trendy shoes? I find them to be quite horrendous. A friend of a friend wore these when we were out for sushi and I just could not stop staring. It reminded me of something similar I wore while I was doing garden work when I lived in the States. Since when did gardening become a fashion :confused: ?
crocs
As this blogger put it — “There’s no ugly like Crocs ugly!”

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