LASIK: Consultation

As you can see from the prior post, there are many reasons why one may not be a good candidate for Lasik surgery. The only way to find out for sure is to consult with the surgeon. I went through my insurance to locate an in-network referral, which also qualified me for a discount.

Fat Head

I watched a movie today that fascinated me so much that I want to tell  the whole world about it.

Treat Yourself Sweetly in the New Year

Happy New Year!

I hope 2016 turns out to be the brightest, the luckiest, the happiest, most prosperous, most romantic, most successful, most beautiful, and overall the sweetest year for all of us. Here is a perfect treat to ring in the new year.

Are you a LASIK candidate?

Although I have not met many people that have had LASIK done, I do know a few that were told that they are not a candidate for the procedure. Either they have to wait to qualify, or the damage to their eye is not correctable.

New Adventures of Old Kind

As if I have not had enough problems lately, I have just scheduled a Lasik surgery. It is something I have been wanting to do probably since the day I found out that this type of miracle existed. However, I have been putting it off. 

How to achieve discipline and moderation

As an INTJ, I am intrinsically motivated.  I do not look for help from outside world to make me want to do things. I have an innate desire to constantly grow. I draw motivation directly from my goals and my vision of myself. I synthesize a strategy and make lists.   

However, since there are three extroverts to one introvert, most of us do require a social aspect to motivation and to keep disciplined. According to this article, "temptation bundling" is the answer to our prayers. 

http://www.bakadesuyo.com/2015/11/stop-procrastinating/

Moderation Is Key

I have always said that discipline and moderation is the key a balanced life. This article is case in point: Even foods that are considered "superfoods" by some are best for you, if consumed in the recommended portion size.

http://time.com/4094746/healthy-foods-mistakes/

DENTAL GRAFT DIARIES: Six Months Update

Now that it has been six months since the procedure, I think I am finally able to look back and evaluate the surgery and recovery more rationally.  In reality, it was torturous.  I am afraid to even go back and re-read what I put down here. I think my brain was in the defense mode. I honestly do not know where I found the strength to power through that challenge alone.

People StyleWatch: Fall 2014 Trends

STYLE MUST HAVES

Trend	Yay or Nay	Point of View
Plaid	Nay	Too much of a schoolgirl vibe.  Plus I try to be very careful with patterns.
Chunky Knits	Nay	Not a fan of the shapeless look.  Plus in all practicality, LA has no use for those.
Bold Colors	Yay	A must regardless of the season.  I have been rotating yellow, orange and pink even in my workout wear.
Cutout Heels	Yay	Just bought a pair. Or two?
Dark Florals	Yay or Nay	Depends on the item and the pattern. But definitely a miss in shoes and pants.
Robe Coats	Nay	Again, not a fan of shapeless, untailored look - not fabulous enough for the fabulous LA City.
Lug Sole Booties	Yay	I have owned a pair for years.
Shift Dresses	Yay	When did they go out of style?
Statement Earrings	Nay	Can't have anything detracting from the beauty of my face.

Basic Salad Formula

Today I made another bucket of salad.  I will never understand why all the restaurants in America call that plate of grass they serve "a salad".  I must be foreign, but the definition of salad for me holds a lot more than a handful of non-nutritious iceberg lettuce and an occasional slice of cucumber and/or a grape tomato.