I love the features on our new camera (Canon PowerShot SX260 HS). Wanted to share some more Paris photos that I took using my two favourite features…Zoom and Color Accent. ZOOM FEATURE Armando is not a fan of “zoom” because it can sometimes take away from the quality of the shot. For me…I’d rather get … More Camera Tricks in Paris
We finally got a new camera. In terms of travel necessities, it was a much-needed purchase. Armando is an accomplished amateur photographer with the technical ability to shoot great pics with a DSLR camera. Yet, a DSLR is not the most convenient camera to lug around the world. I’m a point and shoot girl, but … More Trying to Find My Photography Eye in Europe
I explained our whole Paris pick-pocketing dilemma in my last post. And as we head back to Paris this week, I am determined to have a pick-pocket-free trip so I wanted an anti-theft purse. Now, I could have gone the easy way and bought an expensive anti-theft bag that are made by the professionals. They … More DIY Anti-Theft Purse
On our first trip to Paris, this was my travel purse: On our first trip to Paris, this was Armando’s travel wallet: Yes, a picture is missing of Armando’s wallet because it was pick-pocketed by a gang of gypsies. I was standing right next to him as we rode the train. I didn’t notice a … More Pickpocketing in Paris
I think I am officially a geek. As my husband went out to a party Friday night, I decided to stay at home and self-teach myself the iMovie program that I had never even clicked on to have a look at before that night. I was going to be Steven Speilburg for the night and … More Rocking my Friday with iMovie
I was in search of a versatile shoe. A comfy, walking shoe that didn’t look too sporty. Something that could be worn with pants or a skirt. A great travel shoe that didn’t look beachy but could be worn on warm days. A shoe that you could walk down cobblestone streets with during the day … More TOMS Shoes = My New Travel Shoes
I am a huge popcorn lover, as many close friends and family can attest to. And a recent article in the Toronto Sun reported on some research that states that popcorn is good for you. After doing my dance of joy to the Popcorn Gods, I made myself an air-popped bowl of those healthy morsels. Yes, … More Mexican Snack Food
The ocean breeze. Crashing waves. The butterflies of excitement. Violin music floating through the air. Engulfed in love, surrounded by family and friends. Tradition is present. Two cultures combined. The squeezing of hands. The stolen glances. Words spoken from the heart. Mr. and Mrs. Sealed with a kiss. Bonded with a hug. Now together as … More OUR WEDDING DAY
A whirlwind of friends these past two weeks…I’m in a blissful state. Armando and I are still in the process of “making friends” in our new city so fortunately for us, the last two weeks took us by sea, sky and road to see the cherished friends that we were missing from afar. First Stop: … More Planes, Ferries and Automobiles
It was a fall day in Seattle and as I left my hotel to spend the day walking and exploring downtown, it started to rain. Where was my umbrella? Staying nice and dry in the hotel room because I forgot to bring it with me. Great. So as I zipped up my jacket and threw … More “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese, Please!
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