Dieci

Some nice things from online Japanese store Dieci 207. Is it just me or does the little polar bear in the last picture have a kind of suspicious expression on his face?

The Fox and the Child

Today I watched the “The Child and The Fox”. This film has been accurately described as part fairytale and part nature documentary, and tells the story of a young girl and her friendship with a fox who she names Titou.

If nothing else, this film is worth watching for its beautiful scenery (most of which is shot in Southern France and some parts of Italy) although the story does develop a little slowly. I also love the cosy feel of Lilo’s bedroom and her little round window.

Frankie

I finally had some time to look through the new Frankie today and as usual, it's filled with lots of little treasures. I particularly love the work of Sarah McNeil who designed the poster and draws amazing pictures. To top it off, she also makes these cute little knitted mammals:

The Sea

I've always wondered what it would be like to live near the sea, but I can't say I've really imagined living in the middle of the sea itself. It certainly could be nice, as long as you don't mind wet feet.

(Though I admit the last photo is not really a house but an artwork by the amazing Peter Callesen).

Home

So I'm back again after many weeks of milk tea, dumplings and noisy traffic.

Travelling can be a bit of a blur sometimes so it's nice to be home, sorting through photographs and souvenirs (and wondering if I had my hands constantly glued to a camera).

How are you? :)

Au Revoir

A new year and semi-new shoes (hooray for the local op-shop and the kind old ladies who work there)! It was a quiet one for me spent with a big bowl of strawberries and a good friend. I don't tend to make many resolutions, just lists that keep growing and growing!

I'm going on a little trip (Hong Kong to be exact!) so I'll be disappearing for the next few weeks. I'll be giving my brain a much needed rest and I encourage you all to do the same! I hope it's not too late to wish you all a very special 2009. :)

Badlands

This is one of the last films I watched in 2008 and it was certainly a memorable one. Although there's a disturbing sense of detachment to the characters and their actions, I'd certainly agree that this is a beautiful film and amazing considering it was Terence Malick's first.