All Consuming : roseha

Why I recommend "Relax with the Classics Collection 1, Special Edition"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Sat, 21 Oct 2006 20:57:00 GMT

Relax with the Classics Collection 1, Special Edition

by LIND Instititue

I was introduced to Baroque music by a speed reading instructor. Music has a big influence on the brain, baroque music is in the 1600-1750 amplitude range which is ideal for studying and relaxing at the Alpha frequency.

Ending needed more

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Sun, 19 Mar 2006 19:17:31 GMT

V for Vendetta

by James McTeigue

It was a good movie but the ending needed some help. I won’t give it away but something wasn’t revealed that required some explanation. Maybe they’ll have a sequel and fix that. shrug

Why I recommend "Secret Vancouver: The Unique Guidebook to Vancouver's Hidden Sites, Sounds, & Tastes (Secret Guide series)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Sat, 18 Mar 2006 18:34:52 GMT

Secret Vancouver: The Unique Guidebook to Vancouver's Hidden Sites, Sounds, & Tastes (Secret Guide series)

by Alison Appelbe

I made a list of the secrets I want to check out. Note that my list is mostly food related but thats just me, there’s plenty more of other secrets too!

Poutine: Belgian Fries Poutine – 1885 Commercial Dr.
Oysters: Rodney’s Oyster Bar – 1228 Hamilton St.
Outlooks: Brockton Point & Siwash Rock & Cypress lookout
Licorice: Dutch Girl Chocolates – 1002 Commercial Dr.
Ethnic Eateries: Budapest Restaurant & Pastry – 3250 Main,
Duna Delicatessen – 5026 Victoria Dr, Cinco Estrelas Restaurant – 2268 Kingsway
Breakfast: Templeton – 1087 Granville St, Slickety Jim’s Chat and Chew – 2513 Main St, Tomahack BBQ – 1550 Philip Ave
Steams & Spas: Hastings Steam and Spa – 766 Hastings St.

Hardboiled, Hard Luck and god aweful Hard to finish! (rated 2 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Sat, 18 Mar 2006 10:13:45 GMT

Hardboiled and Hard Luck

by Banana Yoshimoto

Hardboiled & Hard Luck is actually two short stories plopped together into one book. I am torn between giving this book a good review or an aweful one. I loved Hardboiled, it was a great story and well worth reading. Hard Luck on the other hand was a really long drawn out bore. It gives you the same feeling as if you were watching a scene that took an hour instead of 5mins.

The begining of the book (Hardboiled) has an eerie supernatural feel to it. The main character is hiking through the mountains when she realizes its the anniversary of her ex-lovers death. Various incidents haunt her through out the day including dreams of her ex-lover, a visit from the local ghost and mysterious black rocks that follow her where ever she goes.

The second story (Hard Luck) is with the same main character and a long drawn out death of her sister, Kuni who lies in a coma, brain dead. The real plot is in the relationship of Kuni’s finance’s brother who visits Kuni in the hospital, to get to the main character. Problem is, I don’t really understand if theres a relationship at all here since their common interest is in the lifeless Kuni. Believe me it was unnessarry addition to the book.

If you’re going to read Hardboiled & Hard Luck go ahead and read the first section of it but don’t read the second part with much aticpation. You may think you’ll find answer in Hard Luck but remember Hardboiled ends on page 89.

A review of "Snakes and Earrings"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Thu, 09 Mar 2006 06:40:27 GMT

Snakes and Earrings

by Hitomi Kanehara

I found Snakes and Earrings by accident. I was in Chapters and it just happened to be misplaced in the middle of no where, so I took it as a sign that maybe I should be reading it.

The story is about a young girl named Lui who meets a snaked tongued boy named Ama. She’s intriguid by his mutalations and sets about getting a forked tongue herself. To do this she first needs a stud in her tongue. Shiba-san performs the piercing and continues to meet up with Lui to tatoo a large Kirin and Dragon on her back. In exchange for his services they have sex, many times. The story has a couple twists and turns that returns to haunt the characters.

I enjoyed the book up until the end and then it lost me completely! I would recommend this book to anyone just so they can explain the ending to me!!

A story about the last time I consumed "What the Bleep Do We Know!?"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 06 Feb 2006 18:21:33 GMT

What the Bleep Do We Know!?

by William Arntz

OH boy! I knew this would be a good one but gosh it gave me an unexpected workout! I’m a ‘ponderer’ by nature, I like to think about things before I make a judgement, so when I watched this movie my mind kept wandering in and out connecting what was being said to my own life.

I watched it once but I gotta see it again to relive the zoned out parts!

Loved it! Loved it! Loved it!!!

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 07:07:59 GMT

Howl's Moving Castle

by Hayao Miyazaki

Magical and sweet, an instant classic!

A story about the last time I consumed "The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 03:54:17 GMT

The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be

by Jack Canfield

I’m reading and reading and reading … its like a bible for Success! Jack Canfield has out done himself this time! He’s taken everything he’s learnt on the subject and placed it all in one book.

This is a textbook for Life!

One of my Favorites! (rated 5 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 03:41:43 GMT

Break the Rules: The Secret Code to Finding a Great Job Fast

by William A. Cohen

Get a High Quality Interview Without a Resume
Build Instant Rapport to Get the Offer You Want
Negotiate the Best Offers
. . . etc

One of my favorite reads. Learn to take the job hunting into your own hands. This book teaches you how to be in control!

Great Read (rated 5 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 03:28:52 GMT

The Secret Life of Bees

by Sue Monk Kidd

Loved it!

Beautifully titled (rated 5 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 03:24:54 GMT

It's Not How Good You Are, Its How Good You Want to Be: The World's Best Selling Book

by Paul Arden

When I was living in Taiwan I didn’t have a lot of money so I would go to the 24hr bookstore and essentially ‘camp out’ to read english books. That year being in a new country and experiencing fascinated and wonderful things everyday, I had made a decision to stop reading self help and just live to the fullest extent. I had one more week in Taipei before I was to move back home to Canada when I came across this wonderful gem of a book. With what little money I had in my pocket .. I just had to get it! The title encapsulated my personal motto at that precise moment of my life. It was perfect!

This by the way is a Marketing book but the advice apply to the everyday so don’t be afraid to read it on a rainy day.

Knowledgable

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 03:05:20 GMT

A Tooth from the Tiger's Mouth: How to Treat Your Injuries with Powerful Healing Secrets of the Great Chinese Warrior (Fireside Books (Fireside))

by Tom Bisio

http://www.tombisio.com

I was fascinated by this book not because of the Sports Medicine but for its abundant knowledge of TCM (traditional chinese medicine). Great read!

Favorite Chapter:
Chpt 7 DIET & HEALTH MAINTENANCE

A review of "1,001 Ways to Relax: An Illustrated Guide to Reducing Stress"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 08:01:15 GMT

1,001 Ways to Relax: An Illustrated Guide to Reducing Stress

by Mike George

Beautiful illustrations! I love the book .. its pretty and all but sometimes .. I just don’t get it!!

Example ..

441 Invent a recipe using at last one ingredient that you have never previously cooked with. Relish the new textures, smells and tastes. If your meal is a success, you can cook it in the future; if not, you can laugh about it with your housemates!

But there are good ones too .. like ..

209 Give up on your book if you’re not enjoying it. Find one that does please you. You owe no obligation to any writer!

A question I have about "Kill Bill, Volume 2"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 07:50:50 GMT

Kill Bill, Volume 2

Why was Kill Bill One so awesome and Kill Bill Two so disappointing???

A review of "Gattaca"

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 07:29:43 GMT

Gattaca

by Andrew Niccol

My favorite movie! Nothing is impossible and your destiny is YOURS to create!

How "The Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream" changed my life

nobody@allconsuming.net (roseha) — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 07:26:24 GMT

The Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream

by Paulo Coelho

After reading the Alchemist I moved to Taiwan to fulfill a dream of mine. I’ve always wanted to live and work in Asia. I followed my heart and lived the most amazing year overseas. Everything was new and exciting! I had the time of my life! This book really did change my life!