My Turkey Diaries: Beta Tea ☕️

Before heading to Turkey I read a post somewhere saying that the tea that can be found in the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul were dirt cheap. Well it may be years ago but not anymore. Most of what I found in the Grand Bazaar don't have price tags with them that I did not ask anymore. Well some shops have price tags on them but the prices are unbelievable. 70TL for a kilo of tea? Are you kidding me? No thanks. But on the last day that I was in Eminonu Grand Bazaar I found a shop called Beta Tea.

I went inside just out of curiosity  and ended up buying at least a dozen flavors of tea. 50grams would cost 5TL to 10TL. If you are living in Turkey you would say that it is expensive. But for someone like me who's based in UAE I would say it is affordable. There is a tea shop called Teavana in Mirdif City Centre where 50grams of flavored tea would cost 70AED and above. So seeing a 5TL for the same quantity is definitely cheaper. 

Besides when I was in Istanbul I could not find any other shop aside from Beta Tea that sells flavored tea. I just can't remember all the names but they have Goji Berry Tea, Cherry Blossom Tea, Chocolate Tea, Apple Tea, Orange Blossom Tea and a whole lot more. And I am loving all the tea that I purchased. They have given me this cute tea pot but unfortunately I no longer have space to carry it with me back in UAE.

Goodbye #10: Reese Bowl! 🍵

In my attempt to get back on the track towards my goal of having a minimal earthly possessions I'm back in rummaging through my items. Trying to dispose at least an item per day. Well not exactly throwing them in a garbage bin. Handing them over to people who might need them. So bidding farewell to this bowl that I had for the last 5 years but I barely use it. Yes I am back in my Goodbye Series Post. Hopefully I can inspire and encourage someone out there. Ciao!

Is there really an update in my minimalism project?

I had always been obsessed over the idea of minimalism. Well for me it means owning less earthly possessions. Owning only the basic. When you have less things it means more space for you to move around especially if you are in this part of the world where the prices of the rent is sky high. So all of us are living in a sharing flat. Sharing flat equates to a very tiny space. Having less items mean you have less space to clean and more time to do other things. But then this minimalism idea has just always been an idea. Achieving it 100% is a struggle.

I started this project around 4 to 5 months ago. There has been an improvement but then it is very little. Everyday I am finding something to throw out or give away. I am always making sure all my girlie items are being consumed and I am even writing an Empty Bottle Post about it. But alas I feel that it is still not enough. I am not yet 100% disciplined to really follow  the very simple goal in my life. So here trying to clean up the tiny flat everyday. And I got no one to blame but myself.

Before I went to my one month vacation last August H&M UAE was on sale. Imagine their eyeshadows, lipsticks and nail polishes for only 5AED each. In the guise of pampering myself since my birthday was coming up I found myself buying at least 30 nail polishes while telling myself that anyway it has been 5 years since the last time I used a nail polish. I know lame excuse. And with another excuse that I haven't worn any make up in ages and I should wear now before I reach old age, ended up buying 30 eyeshadows. Yeah I know I don't need much and I don't know when will I use them. That I am silently kicking myself now. Plus some lipsticks. See? For someone who's supposed to be living a frugal life and trying to have a minimalist life. I surely lack the will power. And regretting the actions I made later on. 

So is there really an update about my minimalism project worth sharing to encourage others to do the same? Except that I cleaned the flat thoroughly. I sent 2 sea cargos back home. Let us say that I disposed at least 300 items. Whether I consumed them or give them away. But then at the same time I managed to accumulate an almost 200 items once again. And it is already September. And my target date is end of this year. Will I ever succeed? When I keep on going astray. 

I will try to get back on the track. I will start all over again. I will keep on reading something everyday to have an inspiration. Wish me luck.

My Turkey Diaries: Sicak Cikolata ☕️

One of the refreshments available in Turkey. I got this one from the very for the price of 2.50TL on the ferry from Kadikoy to Eminonu; well delicious but nothing special compared to all the other chocolate drinks I had from. I mean they are all the same. Or could it depend on the brand as the chocolate drink powder I bought from Turkey tastes good? Will share that one some other time. 

My Turkey Diaries: Nar 🍷

When I was in Turkey Pomegranate (or Nar as they call it in Turkish language) juice was my favorite. A drop of lemon makes the taste even better. Price varies from 1TL to 5TL and mostly available in European side. And this is the only juice on earth that I will surely miss.

Repost: An Old Joke ☺

Dear Wife:

I'm writing you this letter to tell you
that I'm leaving you
forever. I've been a good man to you
for seven years and I have nothing to
show for it.

These last two weeks have been hell.
Your boss called to tell me that you
quit your job today and that was the
last straw.

Last week, you came home and didn't
even notice that I had a new haircut,
had cooked your favorite meal and even
wore a brand new pair of silk boxers.
You ate in two minutes, and went
straight to sleep after watching all of
your soaps. You don't tell me you love
me anymore; you don't want sex or
anything that connects us as husband
and wife.

Either you're cheating on me or you
don't love me anymore; whatever the
case, I'm gone.

Your EX-Husband


P.S. Don't try to find me. Your SISTER
and I are moving away
to West Virginia together! Have a great
life!




Dear Ex-Husband -

Nothing has made my day more than
receiving your letter. It's
true that you and I have been married
for seven years, although a good man is
a far cry from what you've been.

I watch my soaps so much because they
drown out your constant whining and
griping. Too bad that doesn't work.

I DID notice when you got a hair cut
last week, but the first thing that
came to mind was 'You look just like a
girl!' Since my mother raised me not to
say anything if you can't say something
nice, I didn't comment.

And when you cooked my favorite meal,
you must have gotten me confused with
MY SISTER, because I stopped eating
pork seven years ago.

About those new silk boxers: I turned
away from you because the
$49.99 price tag was still on them, and
I prayed that it was a
coincidence that my sister had just
borrowed fifty dollars from me
that morning.

After all of this, I still loved you
and felt that we could work it out. So
when I hit the lotto for ten million
dollars, I quit my job and bought us
two tickets to Jamaica. But when I got
home you were gone. Everything happens
for a reason, I guess.

I hope you have the fulfilling life you
always wanted. My lawyer said that the
letter you wrote ensures you won't get
a dime from me. So take care.


Signed,

Your Ex-Wife, Rich As Hell and Free!


P.S. I don't know if I ever told you
this, but my sister Carla
was born Carl. I hope that's not a
problem.

Repost: The Wife 😁

A man and woman were married for many years, even though they hated each other. When they had a confrontation, screaming and yelling could be heard deep into the night. The woman would shout, "U crazy nut, when I die, I will dig my way up and out of the grave, come back and haunt you for the rest of your life!"

Neighbours feared her. They believed she practiced black magic, because of the many strange occurrences that took place in their neighbourhood.

The woman liked the fact that she was feared. To everyone's relief, she died of a heart attack when she was 68. Her husband had a closed casket at the funeral. After the burial, he went straight to the local bar and began to party, as if there was no tomorrow.

His neighbours, concerned for his safety, asked, "Aren't you afraid that she may indeed be able to dig her way up and out of the grave and come back to haunt you for the rest of your life?" > > The man put down his drink and said, "Let her dig. I had her buried upside down......." 

Repost: 9 Words Women Use 😁

(1)  Fine: This is the word women use to end an argument when they are right and you need to shut up.
 
(2) Five Minutes: If she is getting dressed, this means a half an hour. Five minutes is only five minutes if you have just been given five more minutes to watch the game before helping around the house.
 
(3) Nothing: This is the calm before the storm. This means something, and you should be on your toes. Arguments that begin with nothing usually end in fine.
(4) Go Ahead: This is a dare, not permission. Don't Do It!
 
(5) Loud Sigh: This is actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement often misunderstood by men. A loud sigh means she thinks you are an idiot and wonders why she is wasting her time standing here and arguing with you about nothing. (Refer back to # 3 for the meaning of nothing.)
 
(6) That's Okay: This is one of the most dangerous statements a women can make to a man. That's okay means she wants to think long and hard before deciding how and when you will pay for your mistake.
 
(7) Thanks: A woman is thanking you, do not question, or faint. Just say you're welcome. (I want to add in a clause here - This is true, unless she says 'Thanks a lot' - that is PURE sarcasm and she is not thanking you at all. DO NOT say 'you're welcome' . that will bring on a 'whatever').
 
(8) Whatever: Is a woman's way of saying F-- YOU!
 
(9) Don't worry about it, I got it: Another dangerous statement, meaning this is something that a woman has told a man to do several times, but is now doing it herself. This will later result in a man asking 'What's wrong?' For the woman's response refer to # 3.

Repost: Coincidence 😁

A chicken farmer went to a local bar, sat next to a woman and ordered a glass of champagne.

The woman perks up and says "How about that? I just ordered a glass of champagne, too!"

"What a coincidence" the farmer says "This is a special day for me.. I am celebrating."

"This is a special day for me too, I am also celebrating!" says the woman.

"What a coincidence!" says the farmer? As they clinked glasses the man asked "What are you celebrating?"

"My husband and I have been trying to have a child and today my gynecologist told me that I am pregnant!"

"What a coincidence "says the man. "I'm a chicken farmer and for years all of my hens were infertile, but today they are all laying fertilized eggs."

"That's great!" says the woman, "How did your chickens become fertile?"

"I used a different cock," he replied.

The woman smiled and said, "What a coincidence".

Repost: Email ☺

A man checked into a hotel. There was a computer in his room, so he decided to send an e-mail to his wife.

However, he accidentally typed a wrong e-mail address, and without realizing his error, he sent the e-mail.

Meanwhile.... Somewhere in Houston, a widow had just returned from her husband's funeral.   The widow decided to check her e-mail, expecting condolence messages from relatives and friends.

After reading the first message, she fainted. The widow's son rushed into the room, found his mother on the floor, and saw the computer screen which read:

-----------------------------------------------------------

To: My Loving Wife,

Subject: I've Reached
Date: 21 September 2016,

I know you're surprised to hear from me. They  give computers here, and we are allowed to send e-mails to loved ones.

I've just reached and have been checked in.

I see that everything has been prepared for your arrival tomorrow.

Looking forward to seeing you TOMORROW!

Love,
Your Hubby.

Repost: This could happen to you

 I was barely sitting down when I heard a voice from the next toilet saying: 
'Hi, how are you?'

I'm not the type to start a conversation in the restroom but I don't know what got into me, so I answered, somewhat embarrassed, 

'I am Doing' just fine!' 

And the other person says:
'So what are you up to?'

What kind of question is that? At that point, I'm thinking this is too bizarre so I say: Uhhh, I'm like you, nature dictates!' 

At this point I am just trying to get out as fast as I can, but nature hadn’t let go as yet, when I hear another question. 'Can I come over?' 

 

 

Gosh Whaaaat!, this question is just too weird for me but I figured I could just be polite and end the conversation. I say …
'No…. you know I am busy right now, I guess you are busy too!!!'

Then I hear the person say nervously....

'Listen, I'll have to call you back. There's an idiot in the next toilet who keeps answering all my questions.' 

Mobile phones, don't you just love them?

Repost: Why guys like a bad girl?

1. A guy has way more leeway with a bad girl: If he has an extensive romantic past, no problem…so does she. If he has a few too many drinks with his buddies and accidentally gets arrested, it's okay — the same thing has happened to her.

2. There really aren't a whole lot of panties being worn.

3. Guys are absolutely certain that all bad girls are amazing in bed. And even if one isn't, the guy is so certain that all bad girls are amazing in bed that he convinces himself that she is.

4. A bad girl would never complain about a woefully ill-advised tattoo a guy gets when he's seriously wasted, because she's the one who makes him get it.

5. Bad girls typically wear sexier shoes.

6. If she's a bad girl, that means she has a bunch of bad-girl friends — which also means the guy's friends will buy him drinks all night as long as he introduces them.

Repost: Why Men Are Never Depressed ☺

Men Are Just Happier People-- What do you expect from such simple creatures? Your last name stays put. The garage is all yours. Wedding plans take care of themselves. Chocolate is just another snack. You can be President. You can never be pregnant. You can wear a white T-shirt to a water park. You can wear NO shirt to a water park. Car mechanics tell you the truth. The world is your urinal. You never have to drive to another gas station restroom because this one is just too icky. You don't have to stop and think of which way to turn a nut on a bolt. Same work, more pay. Wrinkles add character. Wedding dress $5000. Tux rental-$100. People never stare at your chest when you're talking to them. New shoes don't cut, blister, or mangle your feet. One mood all the time.

Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat. You know stuff about tanks. A five-day vacation requires only one suitcase. You can open all your own jars. You get extra credit for the slightest act of thoughtfulness. If someone forgets to invite you, he or she can still be your friend.

Your underwear is $8.95 for a three-pack. Three pairs of shoes are more than enough. You almost never have strap problems in public. You are unable to see wrinkles in your clothes. Everything on your face stays its original color. The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades. You only have to shave your face and neck.

You can play with toys all your life. One wallet and one pair of shoes -- one color for all seasons. You can wear shorts no matter how your legs look. You can 'do' your nails with a pocket knife. You have freedom of choice concerning growing a mustache.

You can do Christmas shopping for 25 relatives on December 24 in 25 minutes.

No wonder men are happier.

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Tired 🗣

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Life ☘

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Baboy 🐷

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5 Seconds 😂

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Life's Lesson 💐🍂

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One day 🍀

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Simplicity 🌿

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Sarcasm

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Daiso Peach Juice Candle 🌺

Just want to share that I got this Daiso Peach Juice scented candle back in 2015. When I was still doing a lot of Daiso Haul. Especially in Lamcy Plaza. I bought almost everything I could from Daiso and yes even including this scented candle. I'm not crazy about scented candles but I was and still I am trying to fight the smell that cooking emits in our small and closed flat. Unfortunately this Daiso Scented Candle was just a waste of money. Does not have any scent at all. Even though it is so nice to look at for being pink and all. But at least a lesson learned for me. Next time around that I need a scented candle I will definitely stay away from Daiso.

Marie Kondo

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Wax 🌸

It's 2017.
And I am not yet free.
I still have to use wax often.
To remove the hair from my legs.
Still waiting for a new technology..

Future 👊🏽

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Silence 👈🏽

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Essence Long Lasting Lipsticks

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Weakness 😂

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Humans are dangerous 😡

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