2010-10-31: Day 16

Plot:
Elizabeth Gilbert (Julia Roberts) had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having – a husband, a house, a successful career – yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.

Review:
It's quite a long movie and slow in some parts but there's some funny moments. It's not my type of movie but it's a great way to unwind and not think for a few hours and at the end everything works out for Gilbert. The highlight of the movie is seeing Italy, India and Bali. Makes me want to travel.

On a side note:
Adult movie tickets are $17.50 per person. WHAT THE??? That's extortion.
Back in my day tickets were $7.00 *chuckles* Not showing my age at all... I just have a good memory.

Tomorrow begins birthday month. Yay!! Bring on the celebrations!!!

2010-10-30: Day 15

The husband cooked a Rib Eye Roast for dinner. And what's a blog for if I can't boast a little :) It was utterly amazing - Tender, juicy, pink in the middle and well seasoned. The photo doesn't do it justice.

2010-10-29: Day 14

Each week I look forward to opening up my letter box and seeing all the glossy catalogues full of weekly specials. I couldn't resist taking a photo of what I found as 'this weeks special'.

My ramblings are true.

2010-10-28: Day 13

Made this at work today.
A little boy liked it so much he cried because I wouldn't give it to him :)

Bridges

In a quest for fun and to improve my photography skills, I've joined a photography club with some friends and family. October's theme was bridges. Here's my contribution.

South Perth

East Perth

2010-10-27: Day 12

Soft Kitty
Warm Kitty
Little Ball of fur
Happy Kitty
Warm Kitty
Purr Purr Purr

2010-10-26: Day 11

No attacks today thankfully. Although I'm now terrified enough that when I hear birds chirping I duck my head incase any swoop. I've also taken preventative measures by wearing a hat.

Willy Wagtail - 1
Naomi - 0

:(

Saw the attacker today and managed a quick snap before I began my bolting off technique.


I'm liking the silhouette look.

2010-10-25: Day 10 - Spring is upon us

Spring is finally here. The flowers are in full bloom, the birds are singing and the sun is shinning. I'm walking to work appreciating nature whilst having a quiet moment to myself. And the BAM! - Pain in the back of my head. Stunned, my hand reaches up to the site of the pain as I stumble forward a few steps. I turn around to see the bird that just attacked me. None other then the cute but feisty Willy Wagtail!

I would have taken a photo if I wasn't so freaked out and bolted off running.

But for those of you who arn't sure what my attacker looks like - this is a photo I found on the net.



Hours later.....

I'm still flustered by the 'incident'.

My only source of comfort.....

2010-10-24: Day 9

Breakfast :)

2010-10-23: Day 8

Camping at Dwellingup

2010-10-22: Day 7

Walking back to the car after dinner at the Rosemount Hotel, this caught my eye...

2010-10-21: Day 6

Ghost Finger Puppet

Death by Stapler

2010-10-20: Day 5

Enjoying a cup of tea with Mum at lunch

2010-10-19: Day 4

Saw this in the tree today and it made me chuckle.

2010-10-18: Day 3

Currently addicted to 'Catch of the Day'.
Convinced the husband to purchase 3 Mystery Flashlights for me at the bargain price of $5.99

Extremely happy!
Now if only I owned some batteries....

2010-10-17: Day 2

A day out with the sister in law at East Perth

2010-10-16: Day 1

Project 365

Project 365 is a photography project documenting a year of your life whereby you take a photo each day of the little things that make up your life. I loved the idea the instant my sister in law told me about it. And if I keep it up for a month, she'd do it for a year.

The CHALLENGE is ON!!

And if that wasn't enough to motivate me, I'm keen to see my photography improve, see snapshots of captured memories and it will inspire me to blog frequently.

So here goes....

Be warned - my life is a routine. Some shots may look exactly the same but rest assured they're not.

:)

To infinity and beyond

A UK study surveying 2000 children between the ages of 6 and 12 revealed one in five children believe Toy Story's Buzz Lightyear was the first person to step on the moon.

UWA Spring Feast 2010

UWA Spring Feast is an annual event and the highlight of Multicultural Week. From far and wide, Perth's Asians flock to sample food, drinks and desserts. We reminisce on street side food that is rare to come by. The main difference is the exorbitant prices, yet many still deem it worthy.

It's been years since the husband and I have attended. Unexpectedly it's gotten bigger and better. But with that the swarm of Asians seems to have grown too. It's not surprising that we managed to only stay 15mins. How times have changed.

The two most popular stalls:

Satay

Twist Potato

As we were leaving we cut through the back of a row of stalls and there a young toddler slept on a sheet on the floor under the watchful eye of his father whilst the family cooked up a feast. I couldn't help but smile. In that moment, it truly felt like Malaysia.

Can I have $2?

The bright flashing lights, the shouting, the laughter, the excitement... it's easy to get caught up. We walk past rows of tables with huddled groups of people. Finally we stop. Why? Perhaps 'the feeling' is just right... this is where fortunes are made!!! But more likely there was a gap in the crowd and I could finally see what the commotion was. There in front of me, a mesmerizing, shinny red and black patterned wheel of spinning fun - Roulette.



It was intense, exhilarating, thrilling! I wanted in. I was feeling LUCKY. I felt invincible.

And there in my mind, popped a flash of red and the number 5. Clear as day.

I turn to the husband and over the noise say "RED 5, Baby RED 5! Can I have $2?" The husband turns to look at me. In my eyes he sees it. It's only a slight glimmer but it's there... GAMBLOR!! Quick as lightning and bluntly he responds back with a resounding NO.

Before I had time to protest the dealer calls out no more bets and the wheel spins. All eyes turn in a daze to watch the swirling white ball determining our fortunes. I gasp as the ball stops. As I turn to the husband, the dealer calls out "RED 5, RED 5!"

Eyes wide, grin on my face, I exclaim, "Dahhh did you see that? Baby we would've won HEAPS! I told you I felt lucky. Ok Black 13, Baby Black 13!! Now can I have $2?" And again the resounding No.

The wheel spins again and the swirling white ball commences its dance of fortune. I begin to laugh and twist around to face the husband as the dealer calls out "Zero". I notice the husband isn't laughing with me. Instead he bends down to whisper in an urgent tone, "Let's Go! We're leaving." Even before I could object, I was being led (pulled) away from the fun.

When we're out of hearing distance from the roulette table, the husband's grip relaxes and we finally slow down to a normal pace. The husband asks me if I noticed the old man standing next to us at the roulette table. I shake my head as I try to recall. Apparently the old man had been listening to me yelling out my predictions (guesses). And unlike the husband who is quick to judge my silliness and say no to me, the old man believed me. So much so that he put a sizeable stack of chips on my second prediction/guess.

Hand in hand we leave, chuckling all the way to the car.
Who knew I was that convincing? Who listens to the crazy Asian girl jumping up and down yelling out random numbers?


Some things don't change though...

Babe, can I have $2??