I've been noticing a recurring theme in a lot of the most vivid dreams that I've been having over the last several months. In these dreams, I'm either pregnant or I have a baby either through my own pregnancy or some strange twist of fate. Once, it was because some guy held up the restaurant I was at and when I talked him out of killing us all, he gave me his infant son to raise before letting us go and killing himself.
I know, disturbing dream.
The reason I blog about this is because last night, I was visited by yet another baby dream. I was in some sort of fantasy world in which I was attending school for... something. I simply remember that I wore a uniform and that I was only really happy when I was singing. Along comes this guy. He's sweet and slightly awkward, and through some odd happenstance, I had apparently gotten formally engaged to this guy and somehow pregnant because of him. I was upset and angry with him, because I felt like I had no choice in all of this. Still, through the dream, I kept my "situation" from him and started falling for him. When it came out that I was with child, he suddenly pulled this really cool move where he turned into a freaking panther and stole me away to his family's home. Turns out he's a prince or some such, and had magic.
I spent the rest of my dream simply spending time with him and getting bigger and bigger. I woke up well before I was due, but you know what? I really wanted to get back to that dream. Stupid biological clock. Stupid hormones. I guess I'm at the age of wanting a baby and it's permeating into my subconscious.
...I hope that there's not a guy out there who's thinking of dating me that reads my blog, because I just scared him away. Ah, well. I know that it's unreasonable to have a baby now. I mean, I'm in the middle of school and don't have a husband nor a "real job". Still. I really wish that I could have my own family soon. It's been strange, hanging around mostly couples. It really makes me feel... alone.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Lombok Website Review
So, I received an email the other day, asking me to take a look at a website. It's not the first time that's happened, but it's the first time that I've actually wanted to use the items that were available for sale. At the Lombok website (http://www.lombokco.uk) they sell a plethora of home furnishings that are inspired by Eastern cultures. Some examples of these are the log basket, the lamp shades, and the laundry baskets.
I found myself getting creative as I looked at these. For example, the log baskets aren't something that a college student like me would need. After all, I don't have a fireplace nor do I have logs which need a basket. However, it's subtle color and practical design made me think of ways to use it, like as the centerpiece for a table or as a catch-all basket under my desk.
Now, a word to all of my friends in the United States who read this. It is a company in the United Kingdom and it does deal in Euros. So when you look at the prices, you have to remember that there's going to be about a 75% increase in the price when you convert it to US dollars. However, the selection is huge and if you order with this company, it's very likely that you will be the only one in your area with this type of product.
I do have a few favorites within the site. I've absolutely fallen in love with the candles that they have to offer. They're very solid and the designs are so unique! I always hate dealing with candles that make me feel like I'd break them if I held them the wrong way.
I also love love love the decorative section. Now, I'm all for decorative without a use, but 90% of what they offer can be used for things other than "Look at me, I'm pretty!" My favorite item in this section, by far, is the etched boxes.
Finally, the thing that really makes this website stand out by far is the ability to zoom in on a picture just by placing your cursor over the picture. This allows you to gain a better grasp of the details of the piece and know just what you're requesting.
The only real drawback that I see in this site is that it doesn't list how much international shipping is nor does it give you a place to convert Euros into dollars to know how much you'd have to pay. One has to call their office to find out how much international shipping is.
Overall, this bunny gives it four out of five carrots. Good going, Lombok! You've got an amazing site with wonderful products.
I found myself getting creative as I looked at these. For example, the log baskets aren't something that a college student like me would need. After all, I don't have a fireplace nor do I have logs which need a basket. However, it's subtle color and practical design made me think of ways to use it, like as the centerpiece for a table or as a catch-all basket under my desk.
Now, a word to all of my friends in the United States who read this. It is a company in the United Kingdom and it does deal in Euros. So when you look at the prices, you have to remember that there's going to be about a 75% increase in the price when you convert it to US dollars. However, the selection is huge and if you order with this company, it's very likely that you will be the only one in your area with this type of product.
I do have a few favorites within the site. I've absolutely fallen in love with the candles that they have to offer. They're very solid and the designs are so unique! I always hate dealing with candles that make me feel like I'd break them if I held them the wrong way.
I also love love love the decorative section. Now, I'm all for decorative without a use, but 90% of what they offer can be used for things other than "Look at me, I'm pretty!" My favorite item in this section, by far, is the etched boxes.
Finally, the thing that really makes this website stand out by far is the ability to zoom in on a picture just by placing your cursor over the picture. This allows you to gain a better grasp of the details of the piece and know just what you're requesting.
The only real drawback that I see in this site is that it doesn't list how much international shipping is nor does it give you a place to convert Euros into dollars to know how much you'd have to pay. One has to call their office to find out how much international shipping is.
Overall, this bunny gives it four out of five carrots. Good going, Lombok! You've got an amazing site with wonderful products.
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