International Women's Day

The most influential trendsetting women for 2011 come from a variety of different fields - leaders in their own rights, every word spoken and action made by them is watched closely and admired greatly by both women and men around the globe of all ages. According to CBC News, they are :

Angela Merkel - Chancellor of Germany : in charge of the largest economy in Europe and often referred to as the Iron Lady of the 21st Century

Dilma Rousseff - First female President of Brazil as she takes the helm for when her country hosts the FIFA World Cup in 2014 and the Summer Olympics in 2016.

Michelle Obama - The First Lady. And there is only ONE in the world so there is no need to state which country. 'Nuff said.

Stefani Germonatta - Aka Lady Gaga has not just become a Gay icon but a voice to all misfits - her music and lyrics have created a huge shift in both the music & fashion industry

Queen Rania Al-Abdullah - The Most Influential woman in the Middle East particularly for her Humanitarian efforts.

Arianna Huffington - One of the most powerful woemn in modern media, she is responsible for and President/Editor-in-Chief of the newly formed Huffington Post Media Group which receives up to half a billion views a month.

Hilary Clinton - Former 1st Lady and current U.S. Secretary of State. In today's political climate of change in the Middle East, Clinton's game play will be more tan scrutinised.

Oprah Winfrey - apart fro being the richest self-made woman in the world, Oprah's fame and influential reach not only spans many years but people of all walks of life. Her charities and gift of generousity have not just touched but changed the lives of millions.

Aung San Suu Kyi - Nobel Peace Prize Winner adn leader of the Burmese opposition who has spent the last 20 years under house arrest for her views.

Indra Nooyi - CEO of one of the largest global brands with the largest portfolio of beverages, Pepsico, Nooyi's decisions affect the national economies of many countries responsible for providing the raw materials as well as those purchasing the end result.

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On a personal level today I want to celebrate the two most influential women to me, in my family:

Me.Mum.Sis

Both are great friends, cousins, nieces, grand-daughters, sisters, mothers (grand-mother). WOW, am I one lucky Girl!

For a woman, probably one of the most influential role is being a Mother - here's little something I found

If a child lives with criticism, she learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility, she learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule, she learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame, she learns to be guilty...

If a child lives with tolerance, she learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement, she learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise, she learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness, she learns justice.
If a child lives with security, she learns to have faith
If a child lives with approval, she learns to like herself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship…
...she learns to find love in the world.
[source]

Happy Women's Day one and all - don't let any of this or anyone make you feel like you have nothing to celebrate, cos today is all about celebrating not just others but yourself. Be filled with admiration by others' achievements, but more importantly, be inspired :)

The new anthem for the 21st Century

Whether you love her or hate her, Gaga's completely on point with this one. A creatve genius indeed.

BORN THIS WAY

Werrrrrd!

A Thoughtful Gift & Generous Heart

A friend (hehe) recently went to the launch of the SS2011 Thomas Sabo Collection... she even blogged about it here. Despite having purchased many pieces for myself and as gifts, I wasn't invited to the event *sniff*sniff* (sadd0)

But seriously it really didn't matter that much to me that the customer appreciation lacked somewhat cos said friend, in being reminded of me everytime she spots a Thomas Sabo piece, generously gave the gift that she received to me *love* (before I even got to complain to her about my lack of invitation #divamoments)


Another reminder why I should be thankful for her friendship x

Just a shadow of myself #2

Fat Spoon FINALLY

FINALLY, I got to try out FatSpoon in TTDI! Michelle's resto featuring her granny's home favourites and recipes which were truly scrumptious - delicious and satisfying indeed. I must admit I went having reservations about the authenticity of the claim of "home recipes" and was completely blown away - absolutely SPOT ON especially with the more chinese influenced dishes.

Going there inadvertently took me down memory-lane : reading time at primary school supervising reading time during my Lower 6th (Form 5) year (in the UK) as part of compulsory community service we had to do for the local under-privileged primary school.

Who can forget Peter and Jane reading books!

Totally tickled when we were handed these and couldn't wait to have a read - nearly had a cardiac arrest when on opening the book I saw my name.... Could it be that my own copy of the book from eons ago had found itself back into my hands???
Nadia : "Calm down love, last I remembered your surname is Indot, not Loh"

*DUH*

Find out for yourself the relevance of the Peter & Jane books by checking the place out - be sure to build up a good appetite before heading there as I challenge you not have difficulties in deciding what to order - the menu is extensive and mouth-watering.

Join their FB page here I highly recommend it. In fact I plan to take my Mum there when it re-opens in March. Mum's the one with all my Grandma's secret home recipes that I adore, so the true test lies with her ;)

Just a shadow of myself #1

Happy YOU day!

"I don't need Valentine's day defined on one day of the year cos everyday is Valentine's day with you"