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The Wonders Of My World

A collection of random thoughts... <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-H9Pj2e6c4H0/TmjkySW_H-I/AAAAAAAABUY/wl6E9-RytxU/s1600/sjp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-H9Pj2e6c4H0/TmjkySW_H-I/AAAAAAAABUY/wl6E9-RytxU/s1600/sjp.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> </div><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">I would like to thank the lovely Anna Louise for featuring me on her inspiring blog this week. She had asked me a few fun questions for her interview series called "A Piece of..." You can read it <a href="http://www.anna-louise.co.za/?p=1674">here</a>. </li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Although it's Spring and everyone else is filled with glee - I actually miss winter. I miss the warm chunky knits that hide the effects of too much good comfort food. I miss the excitement of a snow day. I miss the winter boots that I bought but never wore. I miss cozying up next to the fireplace and most of all, I miss drinking all those cups of coffee to keep warm. </li> <li style="text-align: justify;">This is a good year for SA Idols, the talent has been the best we've ever seen in all seven seasons. My two favourite contestants, Freddie and Dave are still in the running for the grand prize. It would be a travesty if neither of these two rockers won. See them sing <a href="http://www.dstv.com/mnet/idolssa/Video/">here</a>. P.S Don't forget to check out Freddie's brilliant rendition of "Seven Nation Army" while you're there. </li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Masterchef is coming to South Africa! As a huge fan of the reality cooking competition, I am very excited. I was seriously considering entering, but my inability to multitask, perilous knife skills and fussy food habits will probably not see me past the Audition room door. If you are a passionate amateur South African cook (without any of my above-mentioned impediments), I hope that you will enter.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">The curse of my lost camera is finally over! No, I didn't find the mysteriously misplaced camera, but my dearest brother did get me a splendid new one as a gift. Thanks bro! I can now get back to taking photos, as soon as I figure out how to work this gadget. </li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ghdsouthafrica">Ghd</a> in association with Cansa will be styling hair for a charitable purpose on 1 October 2011. The style-A-thon events will be held in 4 shopping malls in 3 cities around the country, where you can have your hair professionally styled for R50 (R20 for kids), which will go towards raising funds for cancer. This worthy cause brings a new meaning to "beauty with a purpose". </li> <li style="text-align: justify;">If you're considering long-distance learning in South Africa - please don't. As a victim of this failed system, I wouldn't advise it to anyone. The country's three major correspondence colleges - Unisa, Damelin & Intec, were all under fire on a <a href="http://beta.mnet.co.za/carteblanche/Article.aspx?Id=4378&showId=1">Carte Blanche</a> exposé. Intec is by far the worst. Study material hasn't been delivered on time or at all, assignments haven't been marked, money has been embezzled and it only gets worse with more than a thousand complaints on <a href="http://www.hellopeter.com/">Hellopeter</a>.  </li> <li style="text-align: justify;">In view of the previous point, I am starting to think that my streak of bad luck has turned into a recurring role in Lemony Snicket's "Series of Unfortunate Events". That did turn out well in the end though?</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">It so happens that just as you get used to a great new hairdresser or beauty therapist, either they will move away, or you will. Then you will have to suffer many bad hair cuts and brow waxes before you find a stylist you can trust again. And it probably won't be long until they move too. It's a vicious circle.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">I wish there were a simpler way of knowing when to take a plunge into the deep end, and when to wade in shallow waters.</li> </ul><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

The Wonders Of My World

A collection of random thoughts... I would like to thank the lovely Anna Louise for featuring me on her inspiring blog this week. She had as...

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'The Vampire Diaries' Win Big at Teen Choice Awards 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our favourite Mystic Falls residents took home 5 Awards at last night's Teen Choice Awards held in Los Angeles, California. The gorgeous cast of 'The Vampire Diaries' won the award for the Choice TV Show (Sci-fi/Fantasy). The individual cast members also took home surfboard trophies for:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Choice TV Actor (Sci-Fi/Fantasy) - Ian Somerhalder as Damon Salvatore</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Choice TV Actress (Sci-Fi/Fantasy) - Nina Dobrev as Elena Gilbert & Katherine Pierce</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Choice TV Scene Stealer (Female) - Katerina Graham as Bonnie Bennet</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;">Choice TV Scene Stealer (Male) - Michael Trevino as Tyler Lockwood I was very disappointed that Paul Wesley (Stephan Salvatore) didn't win any awards. He's the main reason I tune in each week to watch the show.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div> <div style="text-align: auto;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4y_alCJdhOc/Tj_PwxKIXZI/AAAAAAAABIQ/RNYim1Y1cTI/s1600/vampire+diaries.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4y_alCJdhOc/Tj_PwxKIXZI/AAAAAAAABIQ/RNYim1Y1cTI/s640/vampire+diaries.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div>These are some of the other winners at the Teen Choice Awards 2011 Movies Movie Actor (Romantic Comedy) - Ashton Kutcher  <div>Movie Actress (Romantic Comedy) - Emma Stone </div><div>Movie Actress (Comedy) - Cameron Diaz </div><div><div>Movie Actor (Drama) - Robert Pattinson (Water For Elephants) Can you believe he didn't win for Twilight this year?</div><div>Movie Actor (Sci-Fi/Fantasy) - Taylor Lautner</div><div>Movie Actress (Sci-Fi/Fantasy) - Emma Watson (Harry Potter) So glad this one didn't go to Kristen Stewart</div><div>Movie Actor (Action) - Johnny Depp (The Tourist) Movie Actress (Action) - Angelina Jolie (The Tourist)</div><div>Movie Scene Stealer (Male) - Kellan Lutz (The Twilight Saga)</div><div>Movie Scene Stealer (Female): Ashley Greene (The Twilight Saga)</div><div>Action Movie - Fast Five</div><div>Choice Vampire - Robert Pattinson (I call for a recount of the votes)</div><div>Summer Movie - Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part 2</div><div>Summer Movie Star (Male) - Daniel Radcliffe </div><div>Summer Movie Star (Female) - Emma Watson  TV TV Actress (Drama) - Blake Lively (Gossip Girl) What about Blair? <div>TV Show (Drama) - Gossip Girl</div><div>TV Actress (Comedy) Selena Gomez TV Actor (Comedy) - Cory Monteith (Glee) TV Show (Comedy) - Glee TV Reality Show - Jersey Shore What is this world coming to?</div><div> </div><div>Music Music Star of the Summer (Male) - Bruno Mars Music Star of the Summer (Female) - Katy Perry</div><div>Male Artist - Justin Bieber</div><div>Male Hottie - Justin Bieber (I am as shocked as you are)</div><div>Female Hottie - Selena Gomez</div><div> </div><div>Taylor Swift won everything else</div><div>Female Artist Female Country Artist Country Single - "Mean" Red Carpet Fashion Icon Break-Up Song - "Back to December" Ultimate Choice Award</div><div> </div><div>Fashion from the event to follow</div><div> </div></div></div>

'The Vampire Diaries' Win Big at Teen Choice Awards 2011

Our favourite Mystic Falls residents took home 5 Awards at last night's Teen Choice Awards held in Los Angeles, California. The gorgeou...

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The Wonders Of My World

My monthly musings... <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5a8aQVS71Bg/TjB71ArSaDI/AAAAAAAABEI/Z-8O5z2zdK8/s1600/elle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5a8aQVS71Bg/TjB71ArSaDI/AAAAAAAABEI/Z-8O5z2zdK8/s400/elle.jpg" width="323" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div> <ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Last week, I decided to throw a surprise party for my mum - two days before her birthday. With the help of a few good friends, we managed to turn a milestone in my mum's life into an enjoyable and unforgettable event. It was priceless seeing the completely stunned look on her face when everyone shouted 'Surprise' from behind a darkened room. Thanks to all our friends for making the party possible on such short notice :)</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Small Town, SA (literally) had it's fifteen minutes of fame on an episode of the TV variety show, Pasella. In the feature, our town was presented in all it's historic glory and we discovered things we never knew we had right at our front door. You can read about it on the <a href="http://www.pasella.com/artikels/">Pasella</a> website.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Every time the Sanex body wash adverts appear on TV, I cringe and  quickly change the channel. It's like they're trying to repel than actually 'sell' the product. The ad is really eerie, it should come with a warning for sensitive viewers.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Advice to friends: When a semi-cute but slightly creepy Italian boy (with an accent) offers to iron/curl your hair for free in the middle of a busy mall walkway...you should know that there has to be catch.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">I used to get mildly annoyed when people took days to respond to a simple text message. Could it really take 48 hours to type a one-line-reply? Then, I got a response to an email after one year. One year? Really? Now I'm just grateful that I get any replies to anything at all.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">This whole satchel bag trend is not working for me - and I did try. It isn't possible to fit all my junk stuff into a an A5 book-sized miniature pouch. That's why we have the oversized <a href="http://teenvogue.com/style/blogs/fashion/alexa-chung-mulberry-bag-thumb-500x461.jpg">Alexa Mulberry</a> bag.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">I have been putting off a much-needed trip to The Dentist, even though 'the dentist' is my kind and dear brother. You think you're going in for a routine scale and polish and then find out that you actually need 5 fillings, 2 extractions and a root canal. Having never had any of these before, I'm allowed to be afraid. </li> <li style="text-align: justify;">The one day of the year that I had to wake up early also happened to be the coldest day of the year. The temperature dropped to minus 6 degrees and there was no water because all the pipes had frozen. I'm taking this as some sort of a sign that I shouldn't be up that early again.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">I was a huge fan of <a href="http://www.nataliakills.com/Default.aspx">Natalia Kills</a>, until she became famous and morphed into the darker-haired but equally creepy version of Lady Gaga. Do singers have to act insane to sell records these days?</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">When I asked my friend Annie what she was going to buy with her very first paycheck, she said to me that there isn't anything that she needs, only she things that she wants. It got me thinking; so often the line between 'needs' and 'wants' is blurred, that we end up with tons of things that are more 'pretty' than practical.</li> </ul><div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div></div>

The Wonders Of My World

My monthly musings... Last week, I decided to throw a surprise party for my mum - two days before her birthday. With the help of a few goo...

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Vampire Diaries Casting Call

Who We'd Like To See On Season Three of The Vampire Diaries Season 2 of our favourite supernatural series ended on a rather intriguing note. Not so much of a cliffhanger, but more of a thrilling taste of what's to come. The cast of The Vampire Diaries could not have been better selected, they were voted as the sexiest cast on TV by Victoria's Secret.  There are so many actors and actresses I would like to see guest star in the next season. So, as we anxiously await for Season 3 to hit our screens, I've made up a list of my guest star dream cast. I've also asked a few diehard Vamp fans for their guest cast wishlist. This is who we would like to see in Season 3.   My Choice <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_wIIMMLbScPN90ysEp5p0v6XfQsz3RkECFlJa-OaUtWvBrwjysv4dXuLBAhUOl3h7koikNcT8_ymv9gzAlLwRBBUZmcXDCmdZh372Hq1xPDMTs2hHh-GYpUoWsKrH3eTq5iaWzmt0ME4/s1600/vampire+diaries1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_wIIMMLbScPN90ysEp5p0v6XfQsz3RkECFlJa-OaUtWvBrwjysv4dXuLBAhUOl3h7koikNcT8_ymv9gzAlLwRBBUZmcXDCmdZh372Hq1xPDMTs2hHh-GYpUoWsKrH3eTq5iaWzmt0ME4/s640/vampire+diaries1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>1. Rachel Weisz. With Jenna and Uncle John gone, Elena and Jeremy will need a new guardian. I think Rachel is a good choice, she looks like she's actually related to them and she's acted in several supernatural movies before. Also, Alaric will need someone new to distract him from the bores of being a history teacher. 2. Jonathan Rhys Meyers. Just look at him...he was born to play the role of a vampire, preferably an evil one. He could act as another awoken 'Original', one that's more wicked than Klaus. 3. Zoe Saldana. She always lights up the screen. I'd like to see her star as Bonnie's older sister or step sister. One that she never knew existed. 4. Eric Dane. Who better to play the role of an all powerful, revenge-seeking werewolf than he? He could play a pivotal role in the war against Klaus. 5. Olivia Wilde. Up until now, Klaus has been indestructible. He needs an Achilles Heel; a past love that broke his heart (if he ever had one) and someone who has a spellbinding force over him. Enchanting beauty Olivia is perfect for the role. 6. Matt Bomer. This gorgeous White Collar star is going to be huge in Hollywood. Before that happens, I wish he could make a turn at Mystic Falls, as a Salvatore cousin. Damon is going to need the help to find Stephan in Season 3. 7. Elle Fanning. At her young age, she's an enigmatic actress. I'd like to see her guest star as a relative of Caroline's, one with a supernatural secret. 8. Victoria Justice. She is Nina Dobrev (Elena's) real life doppelganger, even prettier, if that's possible. If Nina ever gets tired of playing both Elena and Katherine, Victoria could step in.   Viewers Choice <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSiKHKD8qbeDCbZRuaA1sD9bCb37eDkL-INP6hKP8mDKI_w2HrhjcoVX47So29QXtesjIlKOI407lVsLw8aJBaeNpnO9e1HEAalcZYt54EiefWRcD7x_ybKnEH2RCHWsOgtlan4OxHxZY/s1600/vampire+diaries2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSiKHKD8qbeDCbZRuaA1sD9bCb37eDkL-INP6hKP8mDKI_w2HrhjcoVX47So29QXtesjIlKOI407lVsLw8aJBaeNpnO9e1HEAalcZYt54EiefWRcD7x_ybKnEH2RCHWsOgtlan4OxHxZY/s640/vampire+diaries2.jpg" width="512" /></a></div>I took a survey of the biggest Vampire Diaries fans I know - this is who they would like to see guest star in Season 3. 1. Kristin Kreuk. 'Loved her in Smallville and haven't seen her since. I'd like to see her as a werewolf, who challenges Caroline for Taylor Lockwoods' affections.'  2. Channing Tatum. Elena needs a 'human' love interest in the next season. Someone hotter than Damon and Stephan put together. Who else but Channing Tatum to fit that role. 3. Fergie. She should guest star as a family member of the Salvatore Brothers' who comes to help kick some Klaus' butt. 4. Taylor Lautner. This was a popular choice. Apparently people feel that his werewolf talents are wasted on just Twilight. 5. Dakota Fanning. Another Twilighter, who a fan would like to see as a mysterious newcomer to Mystic Falls, one with a dark side. 6. Jesse Williams. This Grey's Anatomy favourite was selected to be a new love interest for Bonnie. 'The whole Jeremy thing is too weird.' 7. Jada Pinkett Smith. 'Bonnie doesn't have any family members in the show.' Jada could make an appearance as Bonnie's mum, who's use of too much magic has left her slightly deranged. 8. Alex Pettyfer. He's gotten fans in a tizz since the movie Beastly. A fan said she would like to see him as the son of Klaus, 'who is completely good and virtuous.' 9. Amanda Seyfried. 'I'd like to see her as guest star as someone with supernatural powers, but who's not a witch, vampire or werewolf. Something else...' Im thankful that no one mentioned Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart or any of the Disney crew. I am surprised no one said that Ed Westwick (Chuck Bass) from Gossip Girl would make a good vampirous villian. Who would you like to see in Season 3 of The Vampire Diaries?

Vampire Diaries Casting Call

Who We'd Like To See On Season Three of The Vampire Diaries Season 2 of our favourite supernatural series ended on a rather intriguing n...

4:48 PM

The Wonders of My World

My monthly musings... <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FA3C8-Rectw/TgpfV5UaJRI/AAAAAAAAA1Q/pxkqXCKAKKU/s1600/kate-bosworth-cotton-inc-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FA3C8-Rectw/TgpfV5UaJRI/AAAAAAAAA1Q/pxkqXCKAKKU/s1600/kate-bosworth-cotton-inc-3.jpg" /></a></div> <ul><li style="text-align: left;">Having five email address is becoming rather confusing. I have a personal one for friends, one for my blog, another for work/academic purposes, one for my online subscriptions and finally an archive address to which I forward all my important emails for storage. I'm afraid that one of these days I will mistakenly send my college assignments to all of my friends and absent-mindedly send a very scandalous email to a potential employer. </li> <li style="text-align: left;">I used to think that the bulletproof glass you find in banks is there for the safety of the bank tellers. After visiting the bank, I realized the the glass is actually a safety mechanism for the clients - it's there to protect them from being strangled by frustrated, irritated and infuriated bank employees. </li> <li style="text-align: left;">I was quite disappointed when Klaus was finally revealed on The Vampire Diaries this month. I was expecting someone more dashing, macho and evil looking. This Klaus character looks like he should be on a stage somewhere acting out Shakespeare's Twelfth Night as Duke Orsino. </li> <li style="text-align: left;">In Small Town, SA, the dry cleaners are a place where you send your delicate, non-washable clothes (such as a snow white fur-lined jacket) to be 'safely' cleaned. They will return it to you two and a half weeks later, dyed in a new ash grey colour, buttons missing and completely de-furred. And the revamping of your coat will cost you more than you originally paid for it. Small Towns, go figure.</li> <li style="text-align: left;">I desperately need to find a waterproof mascara that actually is waterproof. All the tubes I currently own and use have a special talent of making me look like Kung Fu Panda by the end of the night.</li> <li style="text-align: left;">I always mock the soapie The Bold and the Beautiful, because since it began, the same circle of 5 characters have hooked up, broken up, made up, swapped partners, snatched spouses, sabotaged relationships, cheated on each other with each other then got back together again. Then someone pointed out to me that Gossip Girl is the exact same thing, with better clothes. Sad but true. I will not be making fun of the B&B anymore.</li> <li style="text-align: left;">If your car doesn't start after putting in the key and trying to turn it 500 times, you should check if you've actually got the right key. It will save you from a whole lot of anxiety and well wasted time ;p</li> <li style="text-align: left;">We all know that too much sun is bad for you, so I did my best not to get 'too much'. Turns out this is equally as bad for you, because I now have what is nicknamed 'Vampire Syndrome', which is just a cool name for Vitamin D deficiency. No wonder I was being mistaken for a Cullen sister.</li> <li style="text-align: left;">The audition phase of SA Idols is sadly over, but you can still get some comedy relief from the Wooden Mic auditions and also enjoy the best of SA's talent <a href="http://dstv.com/mnet/idolssa/video/default.aspx?SortBy=MostViewed&CategoryId=53">here</a></li> </ul>

The Wonders of My World

My monthly musings... Having five email address is becoming rather confusing. I have a personal one for friends, one for my blog, another fo...

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Return of The Vampire Diaries

Return of The Vampire Diaries

The Vampire Diaries Season 2 They're back! Well almost. We just have to find some way to get through this weekend until Season Two of on...

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And The Winners Are...People's Choice Awards

<div style="text-align: justify;">In case you were wondering, here is a list of some of the winners at this years People's Choice Awards. The awards celebrate the best of movies, television and music.</div> Favourite Movie Actor: Johnny Depp (The one and only) Favourite Movie Actress: Kristen Stewart (Yip, I don't get it either) Favourite Action Movie: Iron Man 2 <div> Favourite Movie and Drama: The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Favourite Family Movie: Toy Story 3 Favourite Comedy: Grown Ups Favourite On-Screen Team: The Twilight Saga: Eclipse - Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner. Favourite Movie Star Under 25: Zac Efron Favourite TV Drama: House Favourite TV Comedy: Glee Favourite TV Obsession: Dexter Favourite TV Guilty Pleasure: Keeping Up with the Kardashians (Did they create this award just so The K-Crew would win something?) Favourite TV Family: The Simpsons Favourite Family TV Movie: Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam (Are they serious?) Favourite New TV Drama: Hawaii Five-0 (By the time this show gets to SA screens, it won't be so new anymore) Favourite Male Artist: Eminem Favourite Female Artist: Katy Perry Favourite Song: “Love the Way You Lie,” Eminem featuring Rihanna Favourite Rock Band: Paramore Favourite Breakout Artist: Selena Gomez & the Scene Favourite Pop Artist: Rihanna Favourite Country Artist: Taylor Swift Favourite R&B Artist: Usher</div><div> </div>

And The Winners Are...People's Choice Awards

In case you were wondering, here is a list of some of the winners at this years People's Choice Awards. The awards celebrate the best of...

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