I found a new dress! It’s pretty and made of a crumpled material — yey, no ironing! I still believe that the brown and pink dress with stripes all over shrunk. Even H was purely objective and said it did look like it shrunk. Shrunk or shrank? Ah well, at least I have a new dress.
Can anyone recommend a good marriage counselor? A friend of mine is working on a project that requires her to interview counselors. Any help would be greatly appreciated — you can leave the contact details in the comments section or email me directly for confidentiality. I’ll take care of forwarding your note to my friend.
Have you seen The Bourne Ultimatum yet? Watch it. How about A Love Story? This is a local one with Maricel Soriano, Aga Mulach and Angelica Panganiban. It was good! Watch niyo na!
I’ve been reading several blogs that show off their bento box creations. They’re so creative!!! I don’t think I have the patience to sustain packing a bento box to work everyday, but I sure have the curiosity to give it a try! Can anyone recommend good containers I can use as bento boxes and bring to work?
I’m going to L.A.! W00t!!! So what sites should I see while I’m there? I’m definitely going to Disneyland, Universal Studios, Hollywood, etc. Any other recommendations? I’m so excited. Woohoo!
Have a great week!
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
and I've been blogging at
at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
kitts
August 28, 2007 at 1:08 pm (17 years ago)yup, heard good reviews from jason bourne’s latest installment
will prolly get to watch it at home next month pa hehe
have a nice trip in LA!
jojo
August 28, 2007 at 1:19 pm (17 years ago)wowowow!!!! LA!!! enjooooooooyyyyyyyyyyyyyy…now pa lang, excited na ako basahin yung entries mo about that trip 😀
tin2
August 28, 2007 at 2:09 pm (17 years ago)Definitely dine in any of Wolfgang Puck’s restaurants in LA (wolfgangpuck.com), and / or Mario Batali’s Pizzeria Mozza or Osteria Mozza (mozza-la.com). Wolfgang Puck has a small cafe right outside Universal Studios, and though he doesn’t cook there himself, you can still sample his creations. On the other hand, Mario Batali’s Italian creations are simply divine.
Have fun!
watson
August 28, 2007 at 3:51 pm (17 years ago)Wow going to LA for vacation! How sosi naman! Unfortunately, the only place I’ve been to LA is in the airport. Saang Disneyland ka? Kung sa Anaheim, yun ang napuntahan ko years ago. Unforgettable ang Star Wars ride nila. Tsaka Indiana Jones ride. Meron pa kaya mga yun? It’s been so long. Have fun!
Cookie
August 28, 2007 at 4:38 pm (17 years ago)Re. Marriage Counselors..try CEFAM (Center for Family Ministries) in Ateneo.
Re. A Love Story…Galeeeeng!! Loved it too!! At si Aga..six-pack!!
Re. Bento Box? Try going to FujiMart in QC. Di ko sure kung meron pero it’s a Japanese grocery.
Re. Los Angeles!! Sarap naman! Kelan? I’m also leaving for New York next week for my honeymoon..este..4th honeymoon pala
kaoko
August 28, 2007 at 4:42 pm (17 years ago)Raid SM! 😀 They have several lock & lock sets that are good for packing lunch. Some even come with dividers. They also have thermos containers but they’re pricier.
Japan Home and Daiso are also good stores that I swear by for authentic Nakano / Lube Sheep / Vcolor bento boxes. (Yes, feeling close kami, I know them by name :P)
Hatchin also has a couple 2-tier oval bento sets (in pink!) left 😀 Yay! Go Go Bento power 😀
kaoko
August 28, 2007 at 4:43 pm (17 years ago)Oh yeah, I don’t know about LA but if you’re dropping by Daly City in San Francisco as well, they have a Daiso store there (real Japanese Daiso) that sells all sorts of Bento goodies 😀 Accessories galore!
denden
August 28, 2007 at 5:15 pm (17 years ago)hi toni! i heard good reviews about bourne ultimatum and love story. will have to watch it soon
lady cess
August 28, 2007 at 6:49 pm (17 years ago)wow! have fun and be safe! and im glad youve finally found another dress
Rach
August 28, 2007 at 8:05 pm (17 years ago)Yehey! Glad you found the perfect dress.
I watched Bourne Ultimatum last Saturday. I enjoyed it as much as the other Bourne movies. Haven’t seen Love Story. I heard the plot is very interesting.
Have a fabulous trip to LA!
reine
August 28, 2007 at 8:58 pm (17 years ago)Hi Toni! Aside from Disneyland/Universal Studios/Hollywood, you should also see the beaches such as Venice Beach. It’s super nice! Also, go to Santa Monica and drop by the Third Street Promenade. It’s a cool place to hang out – nice restaurants, stores at mga shows in the middle of the street. If you want to shop, ask someone to bring you to an outlet store. Or if you do not have the time, just drop by a Ross store, yung mga bags na Nine West, Liz Claiborne, Tommy Hilfiger, etc etc, are so cheap – you can get them from $12-$25 only.
tin
August 28, 2007 at 10:10 pm (17 years ago)meet the davids — jay and jet
outlet shopping!!
have a safe trip, toni!
Emer
August 29, 2007 at 12:48 pm (17 years ago)‘Watched both Jason Bourne and the Angelica P. movie with soulmate before I left. One was cerebral and the other was emotional. I liked it both, but soulmate didn’t like the love story. Up to now, I don’t know why.
Daphne
August 29, 2007 at 6:09 pm (17 years ago)I watched Bourne Ultimatum it was great! Love Story eh nope but then I’m curious about the twist which supposedly happened in the end so you better just email it to me because I’m not watching it hehehe
Glad to know you’ve found a dress!
Enjoy your LA trip, I can’t give you any insights since I’ve never been to Los Angeles or the US for that matter.
kat
August 29, 2007 at 11:54 pm (17 years ago)wow! so cool that you are going to LA! i so wish i still live there so i can meet you! i have so many tips for you –lots of hole-in-the-wall dining for some awesome food! but here’s some tourist tips:
1. coffee bean and tea leaf in beverly hills (or anywhere you can find one, they are like starbucks but a little better and less corporate).
2. urth cafe – can you say celeb sighting?
3. the ivy – can you say even more celeb sighting?
4. melrose ave – fun edgy shopping
5. beverly hills of course
6. chateau marmont – for a cool night out
7. hollywood and vine – everyone goes here…star walk, etc.
more later! i’m so excited for you! when are you going?
ela
August 30, 2007 at 4:40 am (17 years ago)wow! when are you going to LA? keep us posted ha!
Maricar
August 30, 2007 at 4:43 am (17 years ago)Hi Toni, L.A.! whoohoo! you’ve listed the major stops, so maybe Rodeo Drive would be a good addition. For shopping, or even just ogling. hehe. Have fun!
divalicious
August 30, 2007 at 2:59 pm (17 years ago)hi! if you like art, you should go to the Getty Center. just the garden is worth the trip. the architecture and the breathtaking views would make you feel transported out of hollywood-y LA. also, if you’re coming before the end of summer, you might like to catch a concert at the Hollywood Bowl.
take care and have a safe and fun trip!
divalicious
August 30, 2007 at 3:02 pm (17 years ago)btw, while in LA, you can also visit Little Tokyo near downtown to see a wide selection of japanese goodies including bento boxes/accessories. i love bento and has been hooked to the bento sites. i just think it’s too bothersome to make everyday. 😛
Linnor
August 30, 2007 at 6:36 pm (17 years ago)sama ako! 😀
Rowena
September 2, 2007 at 4:05 pm (17 years ago)Hi Toni, I’ve seen the Bourne Ultimatum movie. I’ve been waiting for it, am glad hubby took me to the theater to see it. I’m still looking for someone to go with me to watch Aga’s movie, (any volunteers?) he he. Have fun in LA. Will wait for more pics.
Leah
September 4, 2007 at 11:32 am (17 years ago)Was looking for a photo of that new dress… Going to LA? Enjoy and have lots of fun. Havent been there yet so I have no clue what to recommend other than those you’re already visiting.
rye
September 7, 2007 at 9:25 pm (17 years ago)I agree with the suggestions above.. Universal Studios is a must. The rides are so-so but I liked the shows. I was not able to go to Disney but I heard it’s pretty cool. The beaches are a must too. As for Wolfgang Puck, I was able to dine in one last year. Expensive food but really yummy with great presentation.. but not really filling enough for me. Of course, there’s no point comparing my appetite to yours. =)
Enjoy the trip..