Friday, April 1, 2011

Hummingbirds

I was walking at the park during March...  looking forward to snap some pictures of the cherry blossom flowers and lucky me... I get to see hummingbirds up-close.  They were everywhere near the flowers.  I have never seen so many hummingbirds in one place.  Such an exciting experience.







Engagement Photoshoot




Kara & Ken 
Engagement

I meant to post Kara & Ken's Engagement before their Pre-Wed photoshoots. Oops! Carry on, my first time with Kara and Ken one on one was so much fun! I also interview this love birds...

Me: Kara, how are you guys keeping the relationship so strong? I mean, 10 years is a long time.
Kara: Both of us knew we were for each other and from then on, we can only think about building our relationship stronger.
Me: *still thinking about the 10 years that they've been together* speechless...






... to a promising future and a happily ever after


Always at the same level and on the same page


Their silly moments ;P


Two hearts, One wish


Seal with a kiss

Kara: You can always lean on me :)

Ken: I will always hold you and grow old with you.

At the end of the day, just me and you.

Pre-Wedding Photoshoot

Kara & Ken

I had the honor to capture beautiful moments of this sweet couple.  They are so in love! They were each other high school sweet heart and each other lovers for 10 years.  He was her first love and she was his first love, too. Til this day, their love are still growing strong.  Happiness does exist. They gave me another reason to believe in true love. Again, Congratulations to Kara & Ken.









Kara & Ken in Vietnamese traditional long dress. Simple and sweet. Lovely!


Looking toward the future together


Ken: My eyes will only look deep at you...




I love her Greek style wedding dress. Simple and elegant.






Marche Moderne Restaurant

@ South Coast Plaza, 3rd Level

My special someone finally have time for us to go on a date! It has been a while. So when we get a chance, we get a lil' too excited and went all over the places.

He took me to Marche Moderne.  Surprise!  foods were supeeeh, good service, good atmosphere, good times. 
I had Sea Bass served with potato and vegetable purees and he had Veal Filet and Pinot wine. We both like my sea bass dish better ;P Note: request for booth seat when you reserve -- booth table has drape decor and just so much nicer.

We couldn't take any good pictures because it was too dark. I really appreciate that he took the time to find places to take me since he isn't the type of guy that plan. <3 the change.

Thursday, March 31, 2011

BREAK FAST means...

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating a good breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day. Don't skip breakfast.


BreakFast = break your fast.
Your body organs (example, liver) continue to work while you are sleeping; therefore, you wake up hungry and need to refuel. 

Eating breakfast refuel your body AND brain the energy it needed to start out your day.  You are more likely to become tired and slow when your brain and body run low on fuel. (Sounds like the mechanism of a car. Yikes!)

With this fast-paced life style that everyone has, a faster kick off would be Coffee or something sugary like donut. What goes up must come down. Sugar and caffeine level crashes by lunch time and you are hungry, moody, and.. and... I don't know what... At this stage, you might be more prone to make quick and unhealthy choices at lunch.

Skipping breakfast is not a good choice to lose weight. In fact, people who are eating breakfast are more likely to maintain a healthy weight.



Be good to yourself by eating a healthy breakfast every morning. You will notice eating breakfast will help you perform and feel better through the morning and the rest of the day. If you feel like pizza for breakfast, then by all means because it's still a breakfast. However, a healthy breakfast means good nutrition. 

Try a breakfast.
Anything with protein and sugar.
I know that some of us have no time to make breakfast -- Drink a cup of milk and grab a fruit togo.

1. Cereal box and milk carton togo
2. Cereal bars
3. Prepare oatmeal the night before
4. Ham and Cheese sandwich (toasted) - 3 mins to make
5. Fruits
6. Yogurt, Milk
7. Eggs 



Don't forget to try variety of foods



Dessert


Yelp!

I was here last night with my special someone <3

After dinner, we drove to Orange for dessert. We enjoyed the Strawberry Creme Brulee waffle.  It was bomb!! Vanilla creme brulee stuffed inside a waffle with loaded of fresh strawberries.  It's a bit too sweet for my date but it sure satisfied my sweet tooth. Puaahaa. The waffle was really crispy and oooh-so-yummy.

Anyways, Bruxie is located in the city of Orange (Orange Old Town) diagonal from Chapman University. They have more than just desserts.  There are also burgers and sandwiches.  Follow link above, Yelp it for more pictures. This place seem to be popular.  I drove by this place the other night and there was a long line wrapped around the corner. The only negative about this place is limited seat and parking space - - after all, it's not a restaurant.

I would definitely come back to Orange Old Town for a walk while enjoying my dessert.

Bruxie's Sweet Menu makes me happy.