Marley & Me

This isn't the typical post of beauty or Korean cooking, but it's fun to post things out of the blue once in awhile... hehe~ I read this book some time ago, but I wanted to review my thoughts after seeing the movie.
Title: Marley & Me
Author: John Grogan

Price: $7.69 at Costco ($13.95 USA price on the back)

Description on the back: The heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life.

My thoughts: I've always been a dog person since I was little. Whenever there was a dog around, my parents knew where I disappeared magically... lol~ I love petting dogs, watching dog movies (Buddies series, Bolt, Beverly Hills Chihuahua, etc), and even reading dog books. When I knew they were making this book into a movie, I had to read it before I watched the movie. The book made me go through a roller coaster of emotion... lol~ It was comedic, sad, and made me think. Maybe I'm biased since I have my own lab, Tobey (click here to see all my post on Tobey) who is half, and their my favorite type of dog but I loved reading the book... hehe~ Whenever I stop reading to think, it was because I would remember Tobey doing the same thing.

Pros:
* Relativeable since I have my own lab.
* Comedic scenes.
* Good for dog lovers.
* Much better than the movie.
* It's the reality of raising and losing a dog.

Cons:
* It's the reality of raising and losing a dog.

Rating: 5/5 Tobey's Paws

My thoughts in relationship to the movie: They changed a lot of things in the movie compared to the book. I wasn't very pleased since the book was good itself. To be honest, I thought the book was more comedic and interesting than the movie. :X The movie wasn't also deep compared to the book. They lost the main point of what the book was about. I'll say read the book and then watch it later... hehe~

Here's the movie trailer:


I will end this review with a quote I found in the book. "Marley had earned his place in our family. Like a quirky but beloved uncle, he was what he was. He would never be Lassie or Benji or Old Yeller; he would never reach Westminster or even the county fair. We knew that now. We accepted him for the dog he was, and loved him all the more for it." The reason why this quote meant something to me is because I hear people, mostly non-pet owners, talk about the cost of raising a pet. Guess what money comes when it comes to raising anything including babies. The joy of raising your own child, as well as, pets is because they become part of your family. You love them for who they are! Tobey has become more than a dog to me. He is family!!! :)


I'm going to end this post with things I've made recently. I've been making Hello Kitty amigurumi dolls for my nieces' birthdays (April, May, and June). I only finished one but I think it came out adorable... hehe~
Now I need to make two more... lol~ I'll definitely post those when I'm done. ;) I also made hair pins for the fun of it... lol~
One of the pink and the light blue is mine. Here's how it looks in my hair... hehe~

Light blue:

Pink:

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China Glaze, OPI, Essie Haul, Goodies, and Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual

Yesterday was a good day! Not only because I got goodies to show, but I got to spend time with my makeup buddy!!! :) I went over to her place and we spent time chatting, as well as, going nail polish shopping. She showed me two beauty stores that sell cheap China Glaze, OPI, Essie, Orly, etc. Now for the haul, and PLEASE don't be shocked because I am... lol~ :X

China Glaze:
(L-R: Martini Lunch,Thataway, Sex on the Beach, Thistle, Lady Sings the "Hues," Lubu Heels, Ruby Pumps, and Emotion)

I bought the first six at one store for $2 each and they had a deal buy 5 get 1 free deal... woo hoo~ So basically, it's like $1.67 each. :) The seventh one I bought it at another store for $2.50. I think it's still good since at Sally Beauty it's $3.25 each.

The last two I bought it at Sally Beauty this past week for $3.25 each with membership of course.

OPI and Essie:
(L-R: OPI Ink,Catherin the Grape, Before You Leap, Curry Up Don't Be Late, Yoga-ta Get this Blue!, Natural Nail Base Coat, Girls Just Want to Play, Baby It's "Coal" Outside!, and Essie Blanc)

I didn't take the picture correctly... lol~ :X The first, third, fifth, and the sixth I got it for $3.75 each. The second and fourth for $4 each. They were both from different beauty store. I also got the Essie for $2.75.

I bought the last two OPI at Ulta during their clearance sale. They're from the Toyland Collection. I also used the 30% off coupon and each came out to $3 something.

My makeup buddy also gave me stuff... woo hoo~ It's not shown here but I also got samples of MAC and La Femme pigments.

Thank you makeup buddy!!! I had a blast with you! :)

When I came back home, I saw a package on my desk. You don't know how excited I was!!! :) I've been waiting for this book since I won it from Toma's contest.
The first thing I did is open it and skim through the pages. Words cannot express how great the book is! It has detailed information with pictures. I took a picture of the inside so you can have a speak peak.
I can't wait to really sit down and read page by page! This was an added bonus to a wonderful day.

Thank you Toma!!! I really love it! :)

The Tales of Beedle the Bard

Have you noticed I'm in a row of posting!?!?... lol~ Three days straight baby! ;) Anyways, I bought a book before Christmas at Costco. I finally had a chance to read it.
Title: The Tales of Beedle the Bard
Author: J.K. Rowling

Price: $7.06 at Costco ($12.99 price on the back)

Description on the back: THE TALES OF BEEDLE THE BARD, a Wizarding classic, first came to Muggle readers' attention in the book known as HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS. Now, thanks to Hermione Granger's new translation from the ancient runes, we present this stunning edition with an introduction, notes, and illustrations by J.K. Rowling, and extensive commentary by Albus Dumbledore. Never before have Muggles been privy to these richly imaginative tales: "The Wizard and the Hopping Pot," "The Fountain of Fair Fortune," "The Warlock's Hairy Heart," "Babbitty Rabbitty and Her Cackling Stump," and of course, "The Tale of the Three Brothers." But not only are they the equal of fairy tales we now know and love, reading them gives new insight into the world of Harry Potter.

My thoughts: I really did enjoy reading the five different stories. They're like fairy tales like Cinderella to us humans, muggles, but fitting to the wizarding world! :) My favorite has to be "The Fountain of Fair Fortune." If you're expecting thick Harry Potter books, then you're mistaken. It's an easy read that you can read in one sitting. It only has 107 pages!!!

I also took a picture of the inside of the book so you guys can see it.
On the right is how Albus Dumbledore's comments look after each story.

Pros:
* Interesting stories.
* Albus Dumbledore comments after each stories.
* You can relate more to the Harry Potter series.
* Great addition to Harry Potter freaks.

Cons:
* The book is way too short.
* Some of the stories you can conclude what will happen.

Rating: 4/5 Tobey's Paws

credit: Amazon