Oprah Welcomes Nancy but Hurts Lebanon
October 29, 2009 at 7:27 pm | In Eye on Beirut | Leave a CommentTags: Beirut, Lebanon, Oprah, Oprah Winfrey, Nancy Ajram
I was so disappointed to see the teaser campaign promoting Nancy Ajram’s appearance on the Oprah Show. While Nancy Ajram came out looking like a gem in the Middle East, the images and narrative posted about Lebanon were pure propaganda and portrayed an overall image of Lebanon that couldn’t be farther from the truth.
Over 15,000 Lebanese Facebook users have waged a non stop petition against this campaign entitled “Dear Oprah, Lebanon is NOT like that!“ which has proved as a united Lebanese front from all countries and all ages.
Oprah has built an impressive empire by way of her objectivity, compassion and stature as a pioneer in the African American community. Being all this, I can’t see how she could accept to post a teaser campaign with images and information that can’t be found anywhere online or through visitor’s opinions. I am just hoping that Nancy will be strong enough to stand up for Lebanon and tell the truth about this amazing country!
Low Fat Chocolate & Vanilla Pudding
June 11, 2009 at 6:24 pm | In Delicious Delights | 1 CommentTags: Chocolate, Dessert, Diet, Pudding, Soya, Vanilla
After years of hearing about Soy milk and the benefits of the soya bean, I never actually attempted to try until I saw a delicious looking package by Alpro Soya claiming that it’s “Vanilla Pudding” was low in saturated fat. It was one of those spontaneous purchase purely based on package design and the need for something sweet. I tried it when I got home and to my surprise it was absolutely delicious.
Today, I tried the Chocolate pudding as well and it tasted even better. I’m not much of a sweet tooth but these desserts hit the spot everytime. It’s a great alternative for all of you trying to keep a low intake on fat.
Let’s BING
June 6, 2009 at 12:08 am | In Surfin the Web | Leave a CommentTags: Bing, Research, Search, Search engines
Recently Microsoft launched it’s new search engine BING to bring a whole new meaning to surfing online. Given that I love searching for new information, google is an engine I can’t live without. But it’s exciting to see that there is a new search engine that seems somewhat close enough to potentially compete. After watching a documentary on CNN and some other adverts, I automatically started testing it out. I tested out Kuwait and I liked how the search results automatically gave me heading options into what I was looking for. For example, when I Binged “Kuwait”, I got choices under headings of Weather, Maps, Jobs and Newspapers. I also enjoyed how when searching for videos, all you have to do is roll your mouse over the video and it starts automatically with no loading or delay which means you can scan any video you want without having to actually open it in its original link.
That’s all I can tell you for now, but it’s definitly got alot if not more of what we love in google. So it’s worth a shot.
Rolling Down the Street in a BMW 7 Series
June 5, 2009 at 11:42 pm | In The Luxe Life | Leave a CommentTags: BMW, BMW 7 Series, Cars, Comfort, Luxury
For the last week I have confiscated Hanx’ car which is a BMW 7 series while he’s abroad. I have to say, after getting used to that car and the luxury and comfort it offers, I’m not sure I can go back to my car or any car for that matter. For all you guys reading this, I’m not a car addict so I can’t give you specs… But what I can tell you is that it’s like you’re driving a plane or a tank. There is so much space and it rides so smoothly. More importantly, you pretty much don’t have to do anything other than turn the car on and off by the press of a button. The lock opens automatically when the key is anywhere in range. You turn the car on and the mirrors and seats adjust automatically. You reverse and the sensors show up on the screen in the middle of the car to tell you exactly how far you are from anything on every side. It’s got a fridge in the handrest and the car amazingly cools within seconds even with the blistering heat of Kuwait. I’ve never been one for BMW’s or cars that are as big as a boat but now I finally see why Hanx bought this car. This is the first time I’m actually not looking forward to him coming home 
So for any of you who have the cash and want to make a luxury investment, you should check these cars out.
Does Everything Really Happen for a Reason?
June 5, 2009 at 11:27 pm | In Dear Diary | Leave a CommentTags: Fate
Parents and elders and even friends seem to give you the same line during times of distress or when things don’t go as you planned… “Everything happens for a reason” or “You will have whatever God has planned for you.” I’m starting to actually believe that lately but if this is the case, couldn’t it happen in a more graceful manner?? This has literally been the crappiest year of my life between the economic crisis and other personal matters which I won’t discuss right now and my life has panned out over the last 6 months without offering me any control over the situation. And for any of you control freaks out there (or who atleast like to give it your best shot), it really annoys the hell out of you. But after a couple or many smacks in the face, you start to think ”Oh what the hell, bring it on cuz it can’t possibly get worse.” So after giving it all I had to no avail, I have decided to let the powers that be do their thing and just sit back and watch whatever else is planned in order to find the reason that all this happened to me this year. But in the meantime until that happens, I am hoping I won’t hear that line again unless the person saying it has an answer to that question.
By the way, I’m not raging … Surprisingly enough, I actually feel quite content which is strange given the circumstances. I just felt like expressing.
The Thirty-Something Crisis
April 27, 2009 at 9:21 pm | In Girltalk | 6 CommentsTags: Age, Gym, Thirty, Weight
Love and gossip may be the topics that twenty-somethings talk most about, but weight and getting healthy are almost sure to top the list among thirty-something chit chat. More specifically, coming to terms with the fact that weight just doesn’t drop off as quickly and as effortlessly as it did during the twenties. My friends and I constantly talk about our mission to get back into the shape we were in 10 years ago. Even the other day at the beach, I overheard a bunch of guys in their thirties sharing their disappointment on how hard they are having to work to get ripped and to lose their evergrowing gut. It’s a sad reality. I can guarantee that the majority of my fellow gymmates are in their thirties giving it all they have to maintain what twenty-somethings take for granted.
I’ve been going to the gym every other day and combining a mix of weights followed by cardio… high / low intensity cardio (running/walking/stepping) and i’m think i’ve got the hang of it for the next 10 years But hell… if 30 is like this, what the hell is 40 and 50 gonna be like???
Beautiful Madrid
March 5, 2009 at 8:53 am | In Around the World | 4 CommentsTags: Airport, London, Madrid, Spain
I can’t believe it’s been so long since I last posted. I’m actually posting today to test if I still remember how to do this. So many times I’ve wanted to post things but then I was like “what’s the point if I’m only gonna do it every now and then” but maybe every now and then is better than nothing at all.
I just got back from Spain a week ago… Madrid to be specific. What an amazing city. That city miraculously combines all the beauties of Europe into one cozy and clean setting. It has the grand monuments and architecture down to the tiny details of the cobblestone narrow walkways. The weather is fresh and clean (as compared to other smog filled cities). The people are very friendly yet don’t speak much english. Madrid is only a short distance to other beautiful cities like Toledo and Segovia.
On my way back to Kuwait, I stopped in to London in the evening. And being in the window seat I got to watch in awe at the most breathtaking view of London by night. The city was so beautifully lit. And there were literally 10 other planes circling London with us. Right after we landed we stayed in the plane for a while and I noticed that at any one time, there are three planes in descent to land. It was amazing to watch. Every time one plane lands, you look up and 3 are also in the process without fail. I watched for a good twenty minutes and they just kept coming in every 2 minutes. I truly wonder how those “Air space” guys manage to keep all those planes safely up in the air.
Anyway I think I spoke enough for now. Just checking in. Hope you’re all doing well.
Rotating Towers in Dubai & Moscow
November 6, 2008 at 3:24 pm | In Around the World, Eye on the Gulf | 2 CommentsTags: Dubai, dynamic architecture, Gulf, moscow, Rotating Towers, Skyscrapers
Dubai has once again outdone itself and the rest of the world with its new project called Dynamic Architecture by David Fisher which basically are moving skyscrapers or rotating towers. Watch the comprehensive Video on this new type of skyscraper and what can be expected from the first project of its kind located in Dubai and Moscow. You can even visit the website on the link above and reserve your place.
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The Swiss Card Lite : My Swiss Army Multi-Tool
November 6, 2008 at 12:16 pm | In Fab Finds | Leave a CommentTags: pocket knife, swiss army, swiss army knife, swiss card lite, USB, Victorinox
Hanx just bought me my own little multi kit which comes in the shape of a credit card to tackle all my emergencies. It’s a beautiful blue thin square called SwissCard Lite that fits in my wallet and has 13 hidden features for me to benefit from:
| 1. | letter opener (blade) | |
| 2. | scissors | |
| 3. | pin, stainless steel | |
| 4. | pressurized ballpoint pen | |
| 5. | tweezers | |
| 6. | magnifying glass | |
| 7. | screwdriver 3 mm | |
| 8. | screwdriver 5 mm | |
| 9. | Phillips screwdriver 00-0 | |
| 10. | Phillips screwdriver 1-2 | |
| 11. | LED, light red | |
| 12. | ruler (cm) | |
| 13. | ruler (inches) |
Hanx has the SwissFlash which includes a USB in a practical pocket knife look.
These are very handy tools by Victorinox and are available online and in Swiss Army retail outlets.
Hoops & Yoyo: The Best E-Friends
November 6, 2008 at 9:28 am | In Fun 'n Games, Surfin the Web | 1 CommentTags: ecard, free ecard, greetings, Hoops & Yoyo, laughter
A while back I found the perfect e-card to express how I was feeling to Hanx. LOL. It was an I Love You e-card by two adorable characters called Hoops & Yoyo. But the cool thing about them is they don’t say messages in the traditional boring way. They really shout it out in the cutest ways that will make you fall on the floor laughing. The I love you card I sent to Hanx featured Hoops & Yoyo shouting I love you at the top of their heads. Ok yeah it might have made him consider me a bit insane if I actually felt even 10% of the message they were delivering, but I’m sure it atleast achieved the smile I was hoping it would.
Check out all the Hoops & Yoyo free e-cards to send to your friends and loved ones or just to enjoy on your own.
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