Dear Diary,
So someone had torn off almost half of 2013, leaving behind more memories and drawing us closer to Summer's warmth. Like the good Mayfair Witches, this month has been filled with happiness, sadness, disappointments, elation, passion and a myriad of other events...one of the most turmoil I have underwent recently.
Many of my good friends are travelling this month - USA, Maldives, Asia, etc... I wish I were one of them..like last year, it had been fun. It feels like Summer in the other half of the world- where everyone escapes to a cooler region, away from Summer's blazing touch. And I am left behind, looking through their photo uploads and casting reminisces upon my own recollections of those places that I have visited... I love travelling - who doesn't? It is not just about relaxing, having fun, not just about shopping, sight-seeing and good food! It is really about learning to infiltrate into the culture and lifestyle and history of a certain country, experiencing lives as the natives, and understanding that country better. It is about discovering exotic new sights and venues, and making new friends in a new city, journalling down the details of the journeys... somewhat... romantic, no?
There have been golf sessions, and baking session - the latter of which is a revival of one of my interests of earlier days - muffins, cookies, pizzas etc, only this time round, we'd done the massive cake baking itself. With all these ready-prepared cake mix packages though, nothing is too much of a challenge. More convenient, less failure rate, yes, but it takes the fun of root of baking. Of course, I believe, the taste and texture are compromised, as well.
There have been lunches with family, tea and drinks with friends, and an upcoming steak dinner party complete with wine and good company. Have I mentioned I love food? No, the average Joe who sees me now would think I am a Vegan or anorexic, that I am, too. But I do love the chewy texture of red meats, the succulent juiciness of seafood, the sweetness of almost all pastries, and the new experience of trying new, exotic dishes. These are indulgences I have to have, to feel alive. Though, in situations when I could only choose one meal or day or one dish a meal, it would be the veggie / fruit I go for - my body needs the Vitamins and fiber. Health comes before my wandering appetite.
This month, two of my best friends (yes, I am one of those blessed ones who have a score of besties who have been through thick and thin with me) are getting married. One of them is halfway across the world, which, regrettably, I am unable to attend - I will be there for her wedding ceremony in August though. The other one is tonight - which, shortly, I shall be dressing up and heading out for catching up with good friends before we head over to the wedding dinner together.
I love dressing up to go out - to go special places, to go nice dinners, to go for formal socializing. I think it is exciting, plowing through the rows of gowns and dresses, getting the makeup right, looking good and confident at beautiful, elegant places. Think, candlelights, mirrors, lovely carpeted floors and gigantic chandeliers. Views are a plus, but all is good.
That said, it is time for a good Lavender shower before I paint my face and don the pearls and head out ....
In the meantime, smooches for you all, dearies. Have a good month my darlings - next month, there will be something exciting, I promise. I may want to rid the misery and masks once and for all. Au revoir.
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