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Lee Yo Won to costar Kwon Sang Woo in "Bad Love" 2007-11-23 20:38:00 Actress Lee Yo Won will be co-starring Kwon Sang Woo in the KBS drama series "Bad Love" as In Jung. In Jung is a character who struggles with love between the rather cold and rebellious Yong Ki (Kwon Sang Woo) and Soo Hwan (Kim Sung Soo) who is already on a path to success. Her agency commented, "We selected this role as it offers a challengeable character from a lady in love to an outgoing ...

Mini Cakes from Breadtalk 2007-11-23 01:27:00 For a week I craved this rich, moist, sweet, soft and delicious foodstuff - CAKE. Hubby satisfied my cravings when he brought me several of these mini-cakes from Bread Talk. Hmmm, this is one of the reason why I can't seem to slim down. (sigh) And here are the pictures of the sinfully scrumptious, toothsome, delectable tiny culprits that are haunting my weight and waistline! :) You be the Judge! ...

Sohn Ye Jin, appearing in new film. 2007-11-22 18:33:00 Son Ye Jin is one of my favorite Korean actresses. I love most of her films especially "The Classic", "A Moment to Remember" and the TV Series "Summer Scent". It's good to hear that she recently had an interview regarding the new movie she's starring in. "This was too dramatic change of character for me and I had hard time making my decision after reading the script" said the actress Sohn ... Film

CHRISTIAN DIOR D70-100 2007-11-20 17:12:00 Christian Dior D70-100MNO Series : Glamour Miss Dior Band/Glass : Steel Bracelet 316L, Metal Hound's Tooth Pattern "Ribbon" Shape Bracelet. Cambered oval sapphire crystal Dial : Black Size : Ladies Case Size : Steel 316L Movement :Quartz Water Resistant : 30 M DESCRIPTION: A flashback to the 1030's with its distinctive "ribbon" shape with inset case, Miss Dior is a jewel full of ...

THE LEGEND VILLAS 2007-11-18 22:50:00 We celebrated my elder sister birthday at The Legend Villas in Mandaluyong. The Legend Villas is 100% Filipino owned hotel and has a Vigan-inspired architecture and design. The villa itself is comfortably finished in a traditional finely polished wood furnishings, capiz windows, Venetian mirrors, to name a few. The place is particularly suited for family holidays and it has also become an oasis ...

SHANGHAI PUDONG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 2007-11-15 15:02:00 We arrived on time at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Then we waited a few minutes for our bags to arrive which was brought by our shuttle service. The gigantic airport is very modern. At a glance, the design of the high ceiling was striking and magnificent. However, the airport terminal was crammed full of passengers and their luggages. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is ...

SHANGHAI MAGLEV TRAIN 2007-11-13 17:00:00 The next morning we decided to head down again to Nanjing Road for some serious shopping. We did a lot of walking spryly and hubby took the opportunity to purchase on some interesting books. The next day - all too soon it was time to go home. Our guide picked us up and escorted us to the Shanghai Maglev Train Station in Longyang Road Station departing to Shanghai Pudong Airport. ( MagLev ...

Melissa New Designs Available! 2007-11-11 17:00:00 Melissa Bedtime Stories has new designs available! Lorenzo Merlino, adds a whimsical touch to night, one of Melissa's popular designs. Imagination is a classy alternative to flip-flops. The straps, which are lined with crystals, extend to the front for a more sleek feel. It is available in black, white, purple, silver and gold - each with a different canine motif on the inner sole. The ...

Purple Mountain Hotel 2007-11-08 18:39:00 Purple Mountain Hotel is an international standard 5 star hotel conveniently located at the heart of the commercial district of Shanghai Pudong Area, within walking distance to Metro Station and 5 minutes drive to the cross river tunnels. The hotel is 40-minute by car to the Pudong International Airport and only 10-minute to Shanghai New International Convention Center (SICC). The hotel has ...

Quality Bar Stools 2007-11-06 18:28:00 By the time your residential or commercial building is conceptualized, designed and constructed, you think of precious little things - a furniture selection. I am sure one can attest that a seemingly featureless and lackluster space can be instantly transported into a charming and cheerful room, just by adding one-of-a-kind creative character stools. It is a perfect piece that can add drama to a ...

SHANGHAI CARREFOUR HYPERMARKET 2007-11-05 00:20:00 On the last day of the tour, we spent our morning "free at leisure". Hubby and I decided to go for shopping at Carrefour Hypermarket which is just a few blocks away from the hotel. Carrefour (which means "crossroads"), is the world's second largest ratailer after Wal-Mart. Carrefour operates more than 12, 500 stores in Europe, Latin America, North Africa and Asia. Oh my goodness! I sooo love ...

The Amazing Race Asia 2 - Teams Revealed 2007-11-01 19:45:00 The Amazing Race Asia (Season 2) is back! AXN-Asia has revealed last night the identities of the ten teams who will compete in the race. One thing that I observed... there's a lot of genuinely nice looking women here. Is this a beauty contest? Just kidding. Hmmm, I'm sure lots of men will be watching the show. :) As for me, my heart goes out for Adrian, the hearing impaired contestant from ...

Havaianas Super Sale! 2007-10-30 23:57:00 While everyone is busy making their lists and checking them twice, you can get started on your Christmas shopping now! From October 30 to November 30, 2007, most styles of your favorite flip-flops will be on sale at 20% off. Take advantgae of this rare chance to finally buy all those Havaianas you've been eyeing year long at great prices--before they are phased out of the collection. In Metro ...

My New Hav Logo Metalic 2007-10-29 18:07:00 At last I've got my new Hav Logo Metalic Girassol (P1,095.00) last week at All Flip-Flops store in Alabang Town Center. What really caught my eye of the brand's new embellished collection was the bright yellow color that really screams attention. I was also planning on getting the dark green color, too bad, it was out of stock. The Havaianas logo metalic detail embellished on the front strap.. ...

Moon Costumes 2007-10-25 19:00:00 Do you get a ton of compliments every time you wear nice a costume? Let us admit, whenever a formal invitation comes our way, we get conscious and mindful about everything... from what costumes to wear, what accessories, what hair and what make up style will fit us for the party celebration or any other special occassions. If you want to get noticed, it's all about dressing up. What do you ...