tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17369853800438790282023-07-18T15:01:02.635+10:00MannequinMeMishaps and Misbehaviour.MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-31294786793821084672010-07-18T00:56:00.007+10:002010-07-18T12:54:18.984+10:00Hungry Jacques<center><img src="http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/4719/img0246sc.jpg" /><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Sandwich of spanner crab, mirin and fresh wasabi jelly, lacquered Petuna ocean trout, black bean and sweetcorn dressing.</i></span></center><center><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Millesfeuilles of chocolates: (from left to right) dark choc mousse, praline ice cream, white choc mousse, 'pure Caribbean chilli ice cream', honey and a cherry infused with cassis</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Petits fours: raspberry macaroon, turkish delight, alcoholic choc mousses, cream-filled choux pastry</i></span><br />
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"A Taste of our Degustation Menu" ($170.00 without wine, $265.00 with wine)at<br />
JACQUES REYMOND<br />
78 Williams Rd<br />
Prahan 3181<br />
(03) 9525 2178MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-25155989131080226662010-06-15T20:35:00.004+10:002010-07-18T12:55:06.070+10:00"Mary er min!"I remember when this was splashed across every newspaper in Australia and Denmark. The perfect tale of a beautiful girl meeting a dashing prince and falling helplessly in love almost instantly.<br />
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I cry a little every time I watch this clip. If only I were half as poetic as Prince Fredrik is!<br />
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I know I've been MIA lately, but so much has happened! There are so many exciting things happening in the coming months, I can not tell you how excited I am! Everything from learning how to wash my car, French lessons, books and art to immerse myself in, a trip overseas to plan..just to name a few!<br />
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St Ali's <br />
12-18 Yarra Pl<br />
South Melbourne VIC 3205<br />
(03) 9686 2990MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-24723699439989080242010-05-24T01:44:00.006+10:002010-05-24T02:27:09.854+10:00Where magic sleeps.<center><img src="http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/4841/img2569o.jpg"><br />
Where is your favourite magical location in Victoria? <br />
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Feels a bit like 'Postcards' at the moment. Haha! <br />
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<a href="http://www.lavandula.com.au/index.php">LAVANDULA SWISS ITALIAN FARM</a><br />
<a href="http://www.lavandula.com.au/content.php?pageID=26">10 minutes north of Daylesford</a><br />
PH: 5476 4393MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-25576744385369596782010-05-08T19:10:00.002+10:002010-05-08T19:10:36.134+10:00DION LEE<center><img src="http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/7698/dlmain15u5b3l.jpg"></center><br />
STAY TUNED. <a href="http://jakandjil.com/blog/?p=4227">It's going off!</a>MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-33761524073358694662010-05-04T08:24:00.002+10:002010-05-05T20:18:12.305+10:00Why hello..!<center><img src="http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/6271/img2485a.jpg"></center><br />
I was exhausted after dance last night. Then I saw you.<br />
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I desperately want you, black coat.MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-1877467230709338042010-05-01T18:57:00.006+10:002010-05-02T01:01:09.372+10:00Autumn Sun<center><img src="http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/940/img2429g.jpg" /><img src="http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/9739/img2334h.jpg" /><br />
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I'm wearing a vintage dress, Sass & Bide slip, Portmans blazer, Herringbone belt, Enzo Angiolini python shoes, Palas necklace, Mouche earrings, Tiffany & Co. bracelet, Rolex watch, Prada handbag, Chanel nail varnish no.18 Rouge Noir.<br />
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Need to show you my serious sugar-frosted knuckles! They look like extravagant crustaceans or pieces of armour. Which?? I don't know!! But aren't they pretty?? <br />
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...meet and greet her at Westfield Doncaster tomorrow at around 1.30PM! <br />
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Last night I took my family to <a href="http://www.theeuropean.com.au/"><i>The European</i></a> for some late afternoon tea. <br />
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Sure, the evening dinner menu can be unecessarily fancy, and the breakfast appalling to mediocre, but you can almost always trust the croque monsieur and the coffee to be splendid. I think Siglo/Melbourne Supper Club/The European are all owned by the same people as the sandwich is always perfect whether you're sitting on a leather couch, up on the roof or down in the cosy cafe. <br />
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<i>Wearing Sass long sleeved top (adjusted to be cropped), high-waisted Zara pants, Witchery scalloped flats, NastyGal leather jacket, vintage fur collar, Prada handbag. Close-ups after the jump.</i><br />
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I think my roasted vegies are ready! It's been terribly cold! Hope you're all tucking into some good food tonight.<br />
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THE EUROPEAN<br />
161 Spring Street<br />
Melbourne VIC<br />
+61 3 9654 0811MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-87016109248885325322010-04-26T11:10:00.011+10:002010-04-28T18:54:22.691+10:00Light and Love<center><img src="http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/1467/img2229al.jpg"><img src="http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/2600/img2230t.jpg" /></center><br />
This <i><a href="http://www.palasjewellery.com.au/">Palas</a></i> necklace, my <i>Herringbone</i> cashmere jumper and I have been inseparable lately! They were purchased from <i>Bauhaus</i> on Rundle St in Adelaide, and a pop-up sale store on Bridge Rd, respectively.<br />
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I've been told the engraved French phrase on my necklace could be grammatically incorrect. Can you help? <i>Lee, can you help?</i> <br />
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Regardless, it's a beautiful reminder to always strive to be a positive influence on everything around you. You'll find me still wearing it!MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-711448110249027412010-04-24T10:40:00.003+10:002010-04-24T20:04:07.691+10:00WitcheryWent looking to buy this luxurious coat last night:<br />
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And they have sold out in size 6 across the state. Tear!MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-57660513292165605762010-04-22T11:05:00.003+10:002010-04-24T11:08:26.408+10:00Café Vue at 401Go to <a href="http://www.vuedemonde.com.au/cafe-vue.aspx">Café Vue</a>, 401 St Kilda Rd (near the corner of Toorak Road), for some tea/coffee and <i>macarons</i>:<br />
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Passionfruit (yellow) is a popular favourite. Here we have blueberry, coffee, and pistachio too. Other flavours include violet and raspberry. 6 heavenly morsels for $12. Crispy, yielding, airy, sweet, delightful. <br />
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It's a brilliant day for macarons. What are you waiting for?<br />
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CAFE VUE<br />
401 St Kilda Road (near the corner of Toorak Road)<br />
03 9866 8055<br />
Monday to Friday 7am – 11pm<br />
Saturday and Sunday 8am – 11pmMannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-83086685916745690912010-04-21T23:46:00.006+10:002010-04-24T11:08:56.808+10:00Seen in Milano<center><img src="http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/4485/137554565.jpg"><br />
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I completely adore everything about her: the large tribal necklaces, the layering of wool knits cinched in with a tan belt, the thigh-high socks made to look like thigh high boots and.... the hat. The hat wins. A copy, paste and credit job but I had to share.<br />
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Been looking for a <i>real</i> fedora or Akubra in olive or dark brown for the winter ahead... Don't you love the thrill of the search and the overwhelming joy when you get your paws on the prized item?<br />
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It's autumn here now, but tomorrow is a balmy 28 degrees celsius! Hooray for a last chance appearance for a summer dress! Which will it be??MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-30909739308940245462010-04-19T22:31:00.003+10:002010-04-22T22:14:47.494+10:00Home<center><img src="http://img691.imageshack.us/img691/6721/img2190b.jpg"><img src="http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/6333/img2188xb.jpg"></center><br />
Flying interstates for work and back home for a wedding over the weekend meant it was a busy one. On reflection... <br />
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No matter how luxurious the hotel you're staying at is, it can not compare with home... <br />
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I don't think I could ever afford a walk-in-wardrobe a la Bradshaw in SATC but what I would like is plenty of room and lights fitted into my wardrobe in the future. That's reasonable, don't you think?MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-74991464385930509822010-04-14T23:54:00.006+10:002010-04-22T22:16:30.068+10:00We love Richmond Hill Cafe and Larder!<center><img src="http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/9660/img2084d.jpg"></center><br />
I am a huge fan of <a href="http://www.stephaniealexander.com.au/">Stephanie Alexander's</a> <a href="http://www.stephaniealexander.com.au/mybooks.htm"><i>The Cook's Companion</i></a>, a terrific alphabetical guide to ingredients and cooking for clueless people like me. Each ingredient has information about its various types; how to store, select, prepare it; recipes and quick cooking ideas. It's interesting to read (I get bored very easily particularly when there are not many pictures), easy to understand, but not too simplistic. What's especially appealing about the books is Stephanie's passion for <i>fine Australian produce</i>. <br />
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Although she no longer owns <i><a href="http://www.rhcl.com.au/">Richmond Hill</a></i>, the new owners (previously long-time staff members of hers) have endeavoured to maintain that philosophy. <i>Richmond Hill</i> invokes that warm, glowing feeling inside that I think good food should always invoke. Simple, earthy, warm, inviting, and quality. <br />
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48-50 Bridge Road, <br />
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Phone: 03 9421 2808MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-70160468643476902582010-04-12T22:01:00.017+10:002010-04-22T22:18:12.969+10:00MALAYSIA.... truly Asia.<b>KUALA LUMPUR</b><br />
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There's really only two things that you need to do with your time in Kuala Lumpur: shop and eat. (Essentially the only two activities we ever think about, right?)<br />
<b>Shopping</b><br />
- <b><i>Petaling St</i></b> or <b><i>Chinatown</i></b> is said to be too crowded with tourists and have little variation from stall to stall... but can you really complain when all they are heavily stocked with is 'luxury goods'? Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Chloe, Jimmy Choo, Miu Miu, Rolex, Tag Heuer, Prada, Fendi, Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Mont Blanc... often neatly wrapped in tissue paper, accompanied by a warranty card, in a box and shopping bag with appropriate logos. You name it, they'll sell it! Ray Ban wayfarers anyone? Strings of Swarovski crystal? Scattered amongst the stalls are delicious hawker food stalls too so you won't go hungry or thirsty while bargaining and purchasing!<br />
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- The shopping malls are generally all similar, having the same chain stores in each complex. My favourite were <i><a href="http://www.sungeiwang.com/">Sungei Wang Plaza</a></i> and <a href="http://www.pavilion-kl.com/content/"><i>Pavilion</i></a>. These two are very different, however: (1)The former is much older, darker and brimming with cheap, alternative, urban, young fashion, accessories, DVDs, electrical goods, everything. It's where the cool kids go. (2)<i>Pavilion</i> is my haven in KL. It's clean, beautiful, new and shiny. It can be quiet and peaceful in some areas but just as chaotic as the streets of KL in others! Get your fix of Zara, Topshop, Bebe, and Charles & Keith there!<br />
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- I had heard <i><b>Pavilion's food court</b></i> for dinner is a good idea before arriving in Malaysia, so we went to scope it out on the first night. Lo, behold! Our eyes clapped with the most magnificent, stupendous, wonderful-est food court we'd ever seen! You must try <i>char keuh teow</i> (pictured above), <i>nasi lemak</i>, <i>mi goreng</i>, <i>Portuguese egg tarts</i>, and <i>green tea egg tarts</i>... all fresh and warm straight from the frying pan or oven! (It is approximately AUD$3 a meal and the portions are not large as they are here. It is very easy to get carried away trying lots of different Malaysian dishes and, boy, do they like to pack in flavour!)<br />
- Nearby, KL's biggest collection of roadside restaurants sprawl all along <b><i>Jalan Alor</i></b>. The biggest restaurant there makes this amazing <i>Thai mango chicken</i> dish that is out of this world. Also worth trying <i>deep-fried Barramundi</i>, <i>mango kacang</i> (mango + sago + syrup + coconut milk + shaved ice), and Asian green vegies of your choice (to meet some dietary fibre requirements and maintain good bowel movements too)! <br />
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- Really only worth visiting for the <i><a href="http://www.tropicalspicegarden.com/">Tropical Spice Garden</a></i>. A stunning large garden or a miniature jungle? I don't know! Either way, there is lots to learn and lots of exotic things see. I highly recommend the visit, with a guided tour and cooking class (all before 2pm)! <br />
- Spend another 24 hours in Penang to explore old colonial buildings, hotels, shops, streets... and the movie set of <b><i>Anna and the King</i></b> (1999)! There is naan to be had, coconut pastries to be eaten and manicures to be done!<br />
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- Words and photos do it no justice. Need I say more? You must see for yourself!<br />
- It is a resort island and although language barriers were a slight issue at our resort, I would highly recommend <a href="http://www.berjayahotel.com/langkawi/index.asp"><i>Berjaya's</i></a> junior water chalets. A house on stilts! Over glittering waters! <i>Why not??</i><br />
- Dinner at a restaurant over water while being serenaded, and viewing a completely unadulterated sunset...<i>why not?</i><br />
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- Buffet breakfast, swim-up bar in the swanky pool, water sports, private beaches.<br />
- The resort was so large we needed a shuttle to get around! Free and almost instantly outside your chalet when you lift the phone of the receiver...<br />
- We had a spa treatment as part of our special accomodation package: Mr PDiddy highly recommends the relaxing massage, while Tam would highly recommend the manicure/pedicure and the <i><b>cocoa/coffee bean body scrub</b></i>! Smells delicious and feels heavenly!<br />
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- A 2h bumpy speedboat ride (it felt very <i>James Bond</i>) from Langkawi to Koh Lipeh (Thailand) is a must try if you would like to snorkel and soak up some serious sun.<br />
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- The Swedish tourists were all over it!<br />
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As you can see I thought I would just quickly check out some archives from <a href="http://stockholmstreetstyle.feber.se">StockholmStreetStyle</a> as I'd missed out on a lot while I was away.<br />
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I am sitting here with my laptop balanced on my knees, craning my neck, my nose close to the monitor, completely glued. <br />
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Isn't this girl sweet? Yet here she reminds me of the wicked White Witch of Narnia. I love that!MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-28657603354150592182010-04-03T13:07:00.002+11:002010-04-03T13:15:46.548+11:00Frou frou<center><img src="http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/4791/134780980.jpg"></center><br />
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Just <i>had to share</i> as soon as I laid eyes on it.MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-3072686818240779582010-04-02T23:01:00.010+11:002010-04-03T12:37:26.961+11:00Mad Print JobPrints are going to be huge in upcoming collections. They provide a lot of room for creativity while still appealing to most people's appreciation of aesthetics, colour and contrast. <br />
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Erdem Moralioglu is a London-based designer with a penchant for custom-designed silk prints, sharp tailoring and bold colour palettes. Three things I am <i>completely mad for</i> at the moment. I especially love the evening gowns, ruffle top and skirt combinations in his latest Autumn/Winter '10 Collection:<br />
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Aren't they utterly romantic and playful? He graduated from the Royal College of Arts only 7 years ago and his label is about 5 years old. The inaugural British Fashion Council/UK Vogue Designer Fashion Fund recently awarded him £200,000 to help spearhead the development of his label into a global fashion label.<br />
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Zac Posen's latest AW10 collection resonates similar whimsical notes: interesting forms, mixed textures and embellished prints. I love the panelling on the dresses. (The little red velvet piece is a slightly odd one out in the following photos... adorable and somewhat opulent at the same time, isn't it?)<br />
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I know I've been terribly <i>MIA</i> but things will pick up I promise.<br />
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1. Exciting bits: Lady Gaga's concert was mind-blowing. <br />
2. Sad bits: They played Michael Jackson before the show, and no one knew the words... <br />
3. Amusing bits: <a href="http://grazia.ninemsn.com.au/"><i>Grazia</i></a> loved my <i>Urban Outfitters</i> boots so much, I made it into <i>Grazia's</i> <a href="http://grazia.ninemsn.com.au/bounty-hunter/">Bounty Hunter</a>! Caption "No pants, well done!" (I was wearing a bathing suit under a mini skirt.)<br />
4. Recommended bits: Malaysia, namely Kuala Lumpur/Langkawi/Koh Lipeh/Melakka, was cheap, fun, relaxing, beautiful, breathtaking, tiring, exciting, thrilling, old and new all at once.<br />
5. Ideas for Easter Saturday: indulge in some Haigh's Easter eggs, order a latte and an Avacado Hommus on Toast served with Honeyed Bacon and Dukkah at Duke's Coffee Roasters on Chapel St, drop into Papucci a few doors down for sales of up 75% off Nude/Siren/RMK shoes.MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-62455753236552362462010-02-25T11:13:00.002+11:002010-02-25T11:16:06.145+11:00Jet-settin'<center><img src="http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/5644/audreyhepburn202dm8.jpg"><br />
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Hello dears!<br />
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Off on vacation for a week or two. See you on the other side!<br />
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Hope you all had a beautiful Sunday.<br />
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<a href="http://www.albertparkdeli.com.au/">Albert Park Deli</a><br />
129 Dundas Place<br />
Albert Park 3206MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1736985380043879028.post-56341974997519864442010-02-21T11:05:00.007+11:002010-04-24T11:11:58.131+10:00IT'S GOING OFFFFFFFF!!!!!<center><img src="http://img693.imageshack.us/img693/7896/77802jettabrochure18660.jpg" /></center><br />
You won't believe what I did. My latest purchase: guess <a href="http://www.volkswagen.com.au/vwcms/master_public/virtualmaster/en_au/New_Cars/jetta.html">what I bought</a> on my birthday?<br />
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I'm flipping out!!!!!!! Who wants a ride come Tuesday?!<br />
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PS My birthday was magick. Simply magical. I love my friends (you know who you are, the ones who don't need facebook notifications) so much. I love my P Diddums. I love my life. I'm the luckiest. Thank you.MannequinMehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02741842830855858101noreply@blogger.com2