How to not burn down the kitchen

Anyone who knows me is well aware of the fact that I can't cook. Like, at all. And honestly, I am not bothered by that. Why should I? But it seems like this is actually kind of a big deal. A woman in her early 20s who can't cook. Boom. Even worse, who doesn't like to cook. That's true ladies and gentleman, I do not like cooking. Not a bit. I'm not sure why, but that's just the way it is.

So why is everyone so taken aback when they find out? Why is everyone assuming I like being in a kitchen, chopping food like it's the the most entertaining thing ever? Because I'm a woman? C'mon!

It's not like I have never tried to cook. I have, ohhh, I have. And it didn't end well. It usually never does. Because I don't know how to do it. Honestly. Sounds crazy, huh?

So, why does it never turn out good? Because I don't like it, so I'm not putting any effort in. Simple, my friends. I don't like standing in a kitchen waiting for water to boil or touching raw meat or washing salads. It annoyes the heck out of me.

I know a lot of people really enjoy cookery. They find it to be therapeutic and calming and relaxing and there couldn't be anything better than hacking the kitchen to pieces. And that's fine, absolutely fine. I find it therapeutic to punch the bejesus out of my keyboard, nothing wrong there.
In fact, I feel the very urge to learn and actually enjoy the art of perparing food now and then. But - not gonna happen. Just don't like it.

But I'll be fine. The bestie is a master in the kitchen (yes, this is a bestie appreciation line). Like seriously, she is the bestest cook everrrr.
And when the time comes where I have to face the kitchen on my own again... well, I hope the future hubby likes to juggle those blades.

Of cats and too much sexiness

In the spirit of being random please enjoy following video:



This is one of my favourite human beings. Ever.
Watching this might make you fall in love with him. Or the cats. (I've got this song stuck in my head since yesterday!)

Enjoy, my dears, enjoy.

Just another day in the office...

Well, it's literally just another day in the office. Another boring day. BORING!

So after I have finished everything on my desk and did a few calls which it seems are not worth to return, I have spent my morning reading through Martini's blog. Yes, I have read every post, that's right. No, not all of them this morning. But if you are as bored as I am (can't be) and want to read something intellectual, this is it! Please klick here. Now.

Now that I have given you lot something to do I could be a good employee and go staple my papers. But... yawn!

So, I've been thinking. Just because I can. Where to go with this blog. I'm not even sure if I want to go in just one direction or more. Fashion, cosmetics, books... Or shall I just let it be the random trash bin for my poorly developed writting skills (don't laugh, it's serious) that it is right now.
But since I'm not an expert in either of these categories (or any, for that matter), this blog will just stay the helter-skelter that it is.

Embrace the randomness.

Crossed by Ally Condie

Blurb:
In search of a future that may not exist and faced with the decision of who to share it with, Cassia journeys to the Outer Provinces in pursuit of Ky - taken by the Society to his certain death - only to find that he has escaped, leaving a series of clues in his wake.
Cassia's quest leads her to question much of what she holds dear, even as she finds glimmers of a different life across the border. But as Cassia nears resolve and certainty about her future with Ky, an invitation for rebellion, an unexpected betrayal, and a surprise visit from Xander - who may hold the key to the uprising and, still, to Cassia's heart - change the game once again. Nothing is as expected on the edge of Society, where crosses and double crosses make the path more twisted than ever.

My thoughts:
After I've finished Matched I couldn't wait to see what happens next.
It seems the story picks up a couple of months after what had happened at the end of Matched.
Told by Cassia as well as Ky, we accompany the two of them throughout the adventure that has just begun, and get different views of the story. Also, we get introduced to new characters and dive deeper into the tortuous actions of the Society.
While Cassia is fighting her way through Society, the Outer Provinces and all kinds of emotions, Ky is starting to tell his story. And even Xander has a few secrets to share. Along the way we meet Vick, Indie and Eli - each bringing in they're own story. And you can not help but to love or at least be fascinated by them.
As more secrets get revealed and we get more and more pieces of everyone's story, I've found myself being surprised and admiring each character for what they did, gone through or come to.

Animated by the desire of freedom and the strengh of love, Condie is taking you onto another beautiful and heartbreaking adventure. The precision with which she describes the setting takes you right into the Outer Province and the Canyon. And the use of classic poems to fuel and support the characters makes you fall for them even harder.

I have really enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the release of the next one. Codie has done a great job in setting up the endgame and I can't wait to get my hands on it. If you have liked Matched, you will love Crossed.

Something to check out!

So, currently I am on the lookout for entertaining, interesting blogs to follow and pass my boring workhours with and I have come across this masterpiece of a blog.

A Martini Always Helps

Martini is in her 30s, dating and always up for a fine drink. Or two... She blogs about life, dating, not-dating, parties and... Martinis.
I have just spent a good two days browing around (pssst, don't tell the boss) and could not help but giggle and laugh about the events occurring in Martini's life. Her post are full of sarcasm, honesty and a great portion of witt. It's a bit like... Bridget Jones meets Sex and the City! Absolutely fabulous!
So go have a look, and best pour yourself a drink to come along.

If you're a blogger yourself, leave me the link!

Cheers my dears.

The Fangirl In Me

Hello thereeee...

Just a small post to tell you that the bestie has just send me a picture of our McFly concert tickets, which have arrived in the mail today. (Many thanks to the bf :)
I've just had a massive fangirl-moment at the office and my colleagoues are still giving me funny/worried/confused looks...

We'll be seeing our favourite band on April, 7th in LONDON! So if you'll be down there it'd be awesome to meet some of you guys! Let us know via twitter or tumbler (you can find mine on the right side of this page), or leave a comment.

58 DAYS!

Picture Perfect Moments

Brrrrr, hello there.
I hope you are all well wrapped up. I've got to say, this weather is not for me. I do not like it - at all. Way way too cold! Unfortunately I have no useful tips to stay warm... just put as much clothes on as possibly and do not leave your bed!

I'm quite bored and when this happens (and it happens a lot), my thoughts tend to wander... So, I've just been thinking about how I don't ever take pictures anymore. I've used to snap a shot of everything I could get my lens on! But ever since I got back from America my camera has been removed from my purse... I'm not sure why. But it really saddens me when I think about all the amazing moments I could have captured.
Got to admit, I don't own a expensive cam. I've got mine for like $150 at a discounter because I was in desperate need of one, but I still like the pictures I get with it.

Photographs are something that have always fascinated me. I just love the idea of capturing a moment and being able to go back whenever you like. And although I am a person of words, some photos just express something that words never could.

I will try and get back into taking pictures. There is so much I want to remember... Plus, the Bestie and I used to take the most hilarious pics ever!
So, hopefully you'll find some new shots on here soon.


Loads of love flying you way. Xx

Matched by Ally Condie

I have just finished this one.
First, I've got to say I was hoocked just by looking at it. I found the German version of this lying around at my bestie's and got curious. After I've read the blurb I could not resist but to read the first few pages just right then.

Blurb:
In the Society, Officials decide. Who you love. Where you work. When you die.

Cassia has always trusted their choices. It’s hardly any price to pay for a long life, the perfect job, the ideal mate. So when her best friend appears on the Matching screen, Cassia knows with complete certainty that he is the one… until she sees another face flash for an instant before the screen fades to black. Now Cassia is faced with impossible choices: between Xander and Ky, between the only life she’s known and a path no one else has ever dared follow — between perfection and passion.

My thoughts:
I was really excited to start reading Matched. I instantly fell in love with the idea of the story.
The book starts right at the Matching ceremony - one part I was really excited about - and we get intoduced to the Society and their rules right away. Along the first few pages we meet Cassia's family, her best friend Xander as well as the rest of her social enviroment. As we follow Cassia, and quickly grow fond of her and everyone else, the huge influence that the Society has gets revealed.
Part of me had a hard time getting my head around the thought of other people contolling lives so strictly and... successful. But this just increased my sympathy for Cassia and the road she chooses to take.
As her view of the Society and everything she's ever known is starting to crack up, we get sucked into the hurricane of events, decisions and emotions Cassia has to come across.
Some parts are so easily to relate to, as we have faced them as well or know we will have to at some point. Losing a loved one, falling in love, letting go...
Other parts appeal to our imagination, letting us be a part of this whole new idea of living a life led by predictions and calculations.

I can only recommend this book, it had me crying and shivering of excitement and empathy. Although I had huge expectations towards Matched, it did not disappoint me and I have already started Crossed (the second book of this triology), because I can not wait to see what happens next.