Her Post - The reason Japanese live longer and it's not because they know Kung FU

Sunday we went all the way till Japan.

We have loved to take a real trip to The Land Of Rising Sun and witness the great show of cherry blossomed season. You’re probably sick and tired of me sharing my passion for nature, so I figured it out that One more post on this theme isn’t a big deal. Right?



Saturday, was my active rest day. After church, we went to our favorite park. It wasn’t a particularly sunny day, but we wanted to spend some quality time together, since we both have to study for our exams.

As we entered in the park, a warmer light made its way through clouds. With no specific route in our mind, we were prepared to just move until our legs dropped. Fortunately, it wasn’t the case. I turned my head and there it was…The Japanese Garden.

They seemed very absorbed, but do not let them full you. I bet they were ready to a one on one fight for some good CO2.

A small garden surrounded by a small fence, with small paths to walk on. Are japanese people that small?? And what do you get when you put together a nice weather and some blossomed trees? A bunch of couples that had their own tree to laid down and just…kiss. There was some sort of unspoken rule that the last people who arrived must find another tree.

We spotted a good one and laid down over our jackets. Soon after, we did some pictures and enjoyed our snacks, while taking a light tan.

Poor Buddha. He looks like he lost like 20 pounds of belly fat and he now poses like  a drug dealer:
" This stuff is good, I can smell it"

My sammie was stuffed with salad, tomatoes and melted cheese. Just like japanese eat.

How about you? Did you get to see the real deal?


Did you know?

• Cherry blossoms are deeply embedded in Japanese culture, and this is reflected on the face of the 100-yen coin, which depicts cherry blossoms
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• After enjoying the cherry blossoms visually, you might want to see what they taste like. A great many culinary delights are produced in Japan using cherry blossoms, including confections with cherry blossom motifs, cherry blossom teas, and cuisine that incorporates the flavor of cherry blossoms
• All though cherry blossoms are typically pink or white, there are also unusual varieties that flower in green and yellow.
  

Her Post- Turning butterflies of love into an air bed pump

I watched my husband leave the house with a big smile on his face this morning and I quivered thinking at the handsome boy who stole my heart in a summer day.

Orange Riding Hood in the wood!

 He turn 28 today. He’s still a funny, smart and inventive guy, but the last six years had brought him something more. That touch of kindness mixed with determination that every man gets once he hits maturity.

When we start dating, he kissed my lips like as he was picking up some rare flowers from an exotic land. These days, he kisses me like he’s adding another brush of paint over his work of art.

This certain day means nothing. It’s just some sort of mind clock, reminding us to look back and be amazed of how far we have gone.

Those two were meant to be together

So far, that those butterflies spread their wings and flew away. Instead having a ticklish stomach, I now have an air bed pump attached to my heart. One of these days I’ll raise up in the sky, hanging on a giant flowing heart. Did you noticed I'm so into balloons? See for yourself !

Love keeps me pumped

I must admit...Knowing that I can’t afford to give him a material present, makes me sad although puts another perspective on things. Cake is a must, so at least our bellies will receive a treat.

I made a coconut base cake with fruits and whipped cream filling. That's how we roll, fresh and simple!


HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR  " AWESOME HUSBAND" !!

Her Post- Don’t Be A Drag, Just Be A Queen

Boy, oh boy. There were days when I was bored and just wanted to be busy, to “have a life”. Little did I knew, those days were given to enjoy not complain about.

That bottle's not mine...I just hold on to it, fearing that I was going to fall over!

Today, I feel like I have no time to spare. Instead, I can barely sleep, not because I have insomnia, but because I’m constantly thinking about what to do next. Being a wife, a graduate student, a blogger and a part-time journalist leaves me, sometimes, drained.


But enough with the “Drag” inside me, let’s talk about the “ Queen” that hides underneath all those layers of whining .I rarely feel like a real queen when I’m all by myself. On the other hand, my husband knows what does make me feel like one.

You see, men are always saying that women don’t know how to take compliments.

When He sais: “ Your hair smells so good”…

She responds: “ It’s no big deal, I just washed it like usual”

I was one of those not very grateful ladies!

When I met my husband , I recognized a modern gentleman. He had ( and still has it) the capacity to kiss my hand and open a door and bring flowers without seeming old fashioned or a wimp. He does all that like it’s his second nature, effortless.

So, having this guy around, made me conscious about my value. I mean, hey, I may be an average girl, with an average hair and a not so average high, but for my hubs, I’m the Only Girl In the World, like Rihanna would say.

I cherish every sweet word and little flower I receive, even if it’s not a special day. From trees, public gardens, private gardens, parks and God know where else from, he gave me love in the form of flowers.

Here’s a some of my “ perfumed little treasures”.

 Are You a Drag or a Queen? How do you handle compliments?

Her Post- How a great weekend looks like

Say hello to this happy camper! This weekend we were on the verge of getting in the jail for robbery charges. I had a hard time convincing the police officers that all we wanted was to snap a picture with those guys. They had some great rocky muscles and even when I hugged one of them, it remain as cold as a stone.

I also practiced my ballerina skills...

Well, I made up that story just to tell you what a great springy weekend we had, even if it was a little bit cloudy. II wonder why is it all the statue have to be that stiff and grumpy. Maybe, cause everyone around them gets to move and have fun, instead of sitting in the same place for like…ten years or so.

Now, what this guy gets after a lifetime in the service of his country? A better lake view and a nice tree.

The weather began to straighten up and meet with a furry friend. Like usual, the one who owns the goodies, makes a better buddy.

Cave man and the dog

" Give me more, give me more". Another Britney fan.

One thing leads to another...My belly was as empty as a Monday morning church. Lucky me, we had these sweet cranberries to fuel us.

This time, we didn't share. I made sure to get rid of that " I can lick my butt and still look cute" guy

We thought of taking a ride whit it, but I didn't know for sure if my never-ending legs will fit in. My hubs calls it " spaghetti".

It's not Thomas. It's his weird cousin from Alabama.

Suddenly, my husband craved a little art. I said " Yes", and woke up in a small room, surrounded by grannies an awkward music. It's something about art that makes me fell...overwhelmed.



If it seems like he knows what his looking at...he doesn't. I must admitt he almoust folled me too.

 On our way home, we stopped to get some pineapple and vitamins. Pineaplle is like water for me these day. I don't know a single word in Germany, but I can tell when I taste a good piece of this golden fruit...

Danke schon. The lady was doing her job, and I was doing mine.

How was your weekend? Tell me about it .