Sunday Feb 22 '09
Spring Boots and Rambling
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They’re so pretty and delicate
I wish the weekend wasn’t ending. The coming week is probably going to be the most stressful of weeks. But only work-wise I think. The past week I’ve had both work & non-work stress; like my Mom waiting to hear whether or not she has cancer. She doesn’t, thank god. That has been weighing on my mind for a week & 1/2 now. But all is well with her. I’m trying to plan on visiting my family this summer. I just need to look at how many vacation days I have. I’d really prefer to stay longer than the typical 3 short days. But if I stay much longer there’s a higher possibility Mike couldn’t come. ~sigh~
I’m glad I’ve stayed in all day. It’s been mostly quiet and relaxing~ Last night we went out for a nice dinner after an insane trip to overly-crowded IKEA. I’m having to replace my main magazine bookcase… current one just couldn’t handle the weight! 
Also looked around for some spring boots. Saw some I liked at Zara for $98.00 but they were black~ plus I’d rather not pay that much. Might as well buy Free People boots for that price 
Saw these online though… cute & cheap so just thinking about getting one of them :calmair:
Saw this in Vivi. It’s Rinka’s favorite Alba Rosa items. I really liked the sandals and want to find some similar!
That’s it. I’m pretty fatigued. I think I may have caught Mike’s headcold but hopefully not 
Thanks everyone who commented on my private entry. And to anyone who requests the password and may not receive a reply please don’t distress. I don’t mind anyone requesting but I do tend to only give it out to those who regularly comment. It’s nothing personal 
It’s just that I feel I actually KNOW who that person is and that it’s not someone from my offline life prying into things I’d rather them not.
posted at 7:21 pm ; Sunday
TAGS: tea, shoes, rinka, alba rosa, forever21
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That tea flower is beautiful! I need to get back into drinking tea. It’s good to hear that your mom is okay, I hope she stays that way! I remember seeing sandals like Rinka’s all over the stores here last summer. My mom has a similar pair but the sandals are white. I wouldn’t be surprised if the trend carried over into this summer.
I really wish Blogger had private entries, I’ve been badgering their help desk about it for months!
ive had those tea once, it’s amazing watching the flower bloom! and those boots look really cute, i love the first pair~
don’t let work stress get to you, use happier things to distract you!
Wow, I’m really glad to hear your mom is okay! Cancer is such a scary thing.
I’m also glad to hear you’ve had a nice relaxing day
These sandals are really pretty… they are really trendy in my country this summer. But I don´t know if my feet will be pretty in it.
I’m glad your mom is okay! I know you’ve been stressed lately but hang in there Jen ;__; I’m so useless but I can only offer e-hugs…
I like the 2nd pair more!
I tried it once 
but it’s so expensive outside…
but how come it’s at a funny angle…? what does it look like when it’s worn~ so interesting :0
Blooming tea is really pretty!
They’re supposed to be a bit slouchy so I think that angle, when worn, is what makes them slouch~ *only guessing*
I hate how $$$ blooming tea is =___=;; but I suppose it’s expected.
I need a leather jacket now now now now..
im glad ur mom is okay
yeah my mom had the same thing happen to her, breast cancer..meh it turned out it wasn’t that
so that was good
AH EXAMS TOMORROWW
That’s so good that your mommy is okay.
;-;
My mom went through that kind of waiting process, too…
Waiting for doctor replies is the pits!!
You sure take such lovely pictures~
They look so peaceful in that little tea pot…
I wish I were them
TT___TT’
ah! i can’t wait to buy a new teapot
i love making tea; great picture
those sandals are soooo cute. i normally dont like wearing sandals because i hate exposing my toes but i would love those * A *
that basket is cute too XD
the blooming tea is so beautiful!
and i’m happy to hear your mom is okay♥
I love the tea flower… it’s beautiful.
Glad your mother doesn’t have cancer… I know how worrying about that is. Feel better~
That blooming tea looks so nice ^___^
Cute boots!
I’m saving up for a similar pair as the first image you posted.
Feel so nice and soft =3=
Hope you are feeling better soon~
Wow. That blooming tea looks so pretty! Hmm…now I want to get some. Lol..
I’m really happy for both you and your mom that she doesn’t have cancer.
Ooh blooming~
Glad your mum is ok. It’s always such a huge stress waiting for test results of any kind. With all the advancements science has made you’d think we could cut the waiting time a bit eh? I love those sandals and I’ve seen girls about on campus wearing similar ones. I’m still in gladiator mode though ahaha. I’m so last season @_@
so tempted to buy a clear teapot and make a pot of blooming tea!
YES - Love the first pair of boots. Nubby buttons are so cute!
Kicking myself for not getting oxford flats on sale at UO >.
I’m sorry to hear that work has being stressing you out. I’ve read somewhere that web-development can be very stressful because of certain demands…anyway, I’m glad to hear that your mom is well~
I love the first boots! The brown is nice
Glad to hear your mum is ok! I hope that it makes things better for you~
ooh i like the sandals, definitely! they are so cute and just right for .. hmm spring here is still kind of crappy but maybe spring is nicer where you live n_n
Aww I’m sorry to hear things have been so stressful for you
I’m really glad your mother’s test results came back good. Maybe work won’t be as bad as you’re expecting. I really hope it’s a good week for you.
The boots seem cute. I’m in love with my little black boots; I wear them as often as I can
. I love the pastel-shade pumps in the scan! They are gorgeous!
Hopefully once the weather is nicer things will be better for you. Those are cute sandals, maybe you could find them online?
I’m glad your mom is okay… I couldn’t imagine having to deal with that.
I hope this week is as easy as possible for you
I really wanna try some blooming tea- every time you post it I wanna grab it out of the picture and have a drink! lol
Loooove the boots! I keep hoping stores like Free People will lower their prices with this economy. DOUBTFUL *sad*
I’m glad your mom is okay! What a stress to have to wait and wait to find out D:
Yay for IKEA!
I love those tea flowers! I first saw them when I went to a teahouse last year in Shanghai. They’re so pretty.
I love Rinka and those sandals too
ugyah. and here i come to raid your blog.
hee hee. xD
WHOOTS! ikea for bookcases.
woww.. i didn’t know zara sold furnitures. o_0
I’m glad to hear that your mom doesn’t have cancer!
YEAAHH BABY! hahaha. xD
ooh~
glad your mom doesnt have cancer! :]
Those boots are the cutest. You should definitely get them.
I have been away from the internet for awhile, I used to comment on your blog a lot. I have enjoyed catching up on your entries! Can I please get the password for your private entries?
Caitlin
I love the sandals! Soo cute.
I’ve been lurking lately I guess… too impatient to comment lately?
Btw, I’m more a fan of the 2nd boots. The first tan ones just look too plastic-y.
*raises hand for being tired and kind of sick*
I like the second pair of boots =)
and that pot of tea looks pretty & tasty =o Like a work of art. Also glad to hear the good news about your mom. *punches cancer in the face* #_#
I LOVEEE those blooming tea flowers
and they taste absolutely amazing~
+ the boots = love ^O^~
PS: thank you sooo much for posting your magazine scans. I really appreciate it~ thank youu. =]
-alina~
Probably a dumb question, but what exactly is blooming tea? I’ve never heard of it besides on your blog. ;___;
It’s really pretty, though!
Alba Rosa =
It’s when tea leaves/petals are sewn together usually with other flowers like marigolds or rose petals to form a “bloom” shape. They are dried in tight balls that open up when the hot water is added
Some can get very intricate and beautiful depending on how they are sewn
This must be a stupid question but… what does blooming tea taste like? Does it just taste like the type of tea you use or is there a flowery taste? @_@
I love those Alba Rosa sandals and I do believe I saw some at Payless and Nordstrom but that was…. last summer ;~;
I know! I even checked Payless but either they aren’t doing them this year or it’s a summer line thing~ *hoping*
It’s not a dumb question~ It depends first on the type of tea (black or green.) Green blooming tea is easier to find. Both usually have either a heavy or light flower taste to them because actual flowers are sewn onto the tea leaves. Tea leaves are often sewn around a marigold (for example) then dried into a tight ball. When the water is added that ball “blooms”
Jasmine is the most popular flower used
Hi Jenny, I’m glad to know ur mom is fine
I know how terrible cancer is coz I’d lost family due that sickness, god bless ur mom & keep her healthy.
I’m so agree with u, 3 days of vacations are nothing :S they pass so fast and u do not feel completely rest I also want to take a week or something with my boyf at least is more tehee.
The sandals are super pretty!! & with those stones is just glam!!
omo I love those sandles!!!!
and that tea flower is freaky…. but COOOOL at the sametime
btw: first time commenting after a long time being a fan of your
blog ^~^
those are cute boots!
Always a lovely blog
I am absolutely fascinated with this Blooming Tea. It’s like, a magical flower that appears in a teapot! :O