Only 5 Euros!!!
I just started a hobby today: D They call it “decoupage”, it consist in, with a special glue, to stick paper or napkins into candles, glass, wood, and others materials.
I just started with candles because I thought it would be a nice Christmas gift (and not expensive!) and it is not difficult to do.
I order some material from the internet (instead of buying um packet of napkins you can buy just one and make different candles!) but today I started with another type of paper (to tell you the true I don’t know what type of paper but it is a little bit like the napkins) and what you see on the photo is the result :DD
Well…so if you think that they look nice and you wanted to offer one this Christmas to your friends and/or family please let me know, because I can make it for you but with a price: D (sorry!) They are 5 euros each. Right now I just have these 2 models but soon I hope to receive my napkins home and then I’ll have different models to show you.
Now I’m just doing it with Christmas paper then I’ll do it for the other holidays.
Feel free to talk with me, and please show it to your friends and family!!
Talking Heads "Road To Nowhere"
Well we know where we're going
But we don't know where we've been
And we know what we're knowing
But we can't say what we've seen
And we're not little children
And we know what we want
And the future is certain
Give us time to work it out
Ye-ah
We're on a road to nowhere
Come on inside
Taking that ride to nowhere
We'll take that ride
I'm feeling okay this morning
And you know
We're on the road to paradise
Here we go, here we go
We're on a ride to nowhere
Come on inside
Taking that ride to nowhere
We'll take that ride
Maybe you wonder where you are
I don't care
Here is where time is on our side
Take you there, take you there
We're on a road to nowhere (ha! ha!)
We're on a road to nowhere (ha! ha!)
We're on a road to nowhere (ha! ha!)
There's a city in my mind
Come along and take that ride
And it's all right, baby, it's all right
They can tell you what to do
But they'll make a fool of you
And it's all right, baby, it's all right
There's a city in my mind
Come along and take that ride
And it's all right, baby, it's all right
And it's very far away
But it's growing day by day
And it's all right, baby, it's all right
And would you like to come along
You can help me sing this song
And it's all right, baby, it's all right
They can tell you what to do
But they'll make a fool of you
And it's all right, baby, it's all right
We're on a road to nowhere (hey!)
We're on a road to nowhere (heugh!)
We're on a road to nowhere (ha! ha!)
We're on a road to nowhere
On the Road Photo
I choose this photo because of the landscape. It is quite similar to the type of landscapes that I can see at the village in Castelo Branco were I usually go
, the name is Sobral do Campo!
I didn’t have a nice photo of the village so…I found this one on the Internet.
And what does this have to do with the “On the Road” theme?! I was born there and since I moved to Lisbon that I spend the vacations and holidays there. First at my grandmother house and then at my own house (not mine but my parent’s house!). I’ve made a few friends there and every time I go there I have a lot of fun going out with them. There we can stay in the street until late because there’s no danger and our parents don’t mind at all!
So for me being on the road is to go there…every time that I’m on the road I’m on the way to Castelo Branco and to Sobral. I don’t know much about Portugal but I know where is the place that I love the most, even if I knew the whole country I know that there wouldn’t exist a better place to spend vacations like Sobral!!
Sílvia Dias
On The Road...Alone
All the paths we take,
all the roads we travel,
are travelled alone.
Even when we are in the company
of family and friends,
we are alone.
Each one thinking of something or someone different.
No one can share the exact same experiences,
therefore, we are essentially alone.
Alone, Like a tall powerful-looking building standing on its own.
Alone, like wet streets on a cold winter day when no one dares to go outside.
Funny,
how this street is normally so busy,
and now,
so abandoned,
like life.
One moment we are surrounded by loved ones
and the next
alone,
the only company we have is sorrow and sadness
to fill that empty void.
So we walk along the empty street,
travel the loneliness,
and figure out that we are not really alone.
We always have memories to fill the void.
Memories of a journey taken on a street
that was lonely along with you.
A simple road shared with you hopes and dreams.
A simple road shared with you a future that brings light and comfort.
Something to be grateful for.
Lonely roads are the best way to realize that
cold winter days do not last forever,
that tall strong-looking buildings do not stand alone for long.
A journey taken
is in itself an experience.
We are alone...
but not for long.By: Maria João Troia
On the Road!
In this photo we can see lots of signs pointing to different paths. These paths can change the whole vision of our life because in them we are going to deal with our life obstacles.
The chance to choose which one is more adequate to the way that we want to give to life. However, those obstacles can sometimes confuse us and lead us to a path that isn’t quite the one that we want.
We need to pass through these obstacles and think that we don’t need to go straight to one path and “forget” the others. Maybe the others are right too.
What is important is not to walk the path but know it. We need to face it and walk to our destiny.
By: Filipa Correia
On the Road
So many directions to choose
And I’m walking alone…
This path is made of hopes, dreams and prayers
It is like a Picasso painting.
I look to the sky trying to reach for the clouds
Maybe they know that there’s a long route that has to be done.
So little time to decide.
Sometimes life is like a circus
Maybe if any thing goes wrong,
All you have to say is, “The show must go on!”
Look to your left
Look to your right
Look in front of you
Look behind you
See what you've got to see!
People are always saying that.
I only see a big forest path.
Dream to travel?
My Future?
What direction?
You can choose.
So,
Where do you want to go?
What would you like to visit?
Are you sure?
I don’t think life should be decided like a map
And I don’t have a map.
I sell dreams.
Stars don’t shine when I’m far away with my thoughts.
I’m from another time.
I want to say: I must have died and gone to heaven.
Everytime I look at this picture,
It reminds me that I’m just a little dot in this huge world.
I just want to get on the road
And find out what I don’t know.
By: Filipa Pedro
Filipa Correia interviewing Filipa Pedro
1. What is your greatest fear?
My greatest fear is the tide of the ocean; I´m scared that it will take me away.2. If you could choose what to come back as, what would it be?
As a man because I would like to experience that.3. What would you like to do when you graduate?
A lot of things: Public Relations, International Relations, tourism or a flight attendent.4. What is your favourite book?
My favourite book is Codex 632.5. What is your favourite colour?
I have two: blue and orange.6. What do you like to do on weekends?
I like to watch television, go out with friends, go to a bar on a beach and read a book.7. Do you have any dream vacation? If you do, where would you like to go?
Yes, I do. Well, I would like to go on a trip with a friend and explore the unknown in Australia.
Silvia Dias interviewing Maria João Troia
1. Was it difficult for you to leave Canada and adapt to the portuguese way of life?
Yes, it was because I was used to one way of life that is completely different to the portuguese way of life. My worst problem was the language because when I got here I didn´t speak well at all and also the culture is so different, people here are so free with life, sometimes a little too free, so it was hard to adapt at first. It was very difficult to leave Canada because I had to leave my friends behind.2. Was it difficult to find a job, because of the language problem?
No, it wasn´t actually. I thought it would be because everyone said that Portugal was a bad country in terms of jobs, but after two weeks of landing in Lisbon, I started working at Pull and Bear.3. What do you enjoy the most and dislike the most about Portugal/Lisbon?
What I like the most are the places and the people, I love Baixa-Chiado and all the castles, it´s something you just don´t find in Toronto. I like the people because everyone is so free and you make friends really easily. I also like it here because now I have my boyfriend here and I was getting sick of the long-distant relationship. What I dislike the most about Portugal is the fact that the people are so pessimistic. Nothing is ever good enough in this country. They talk so many bad things that they don´t stop to see what a beautiful country they live in and that as long as someone wants to do something, they can.4. Which is the course that you’re taking and why did you choose it?
I´m taking Languages, Literature and Cultures - English and North American Literature. When I was in Canada I was looking up courses in Portugal, even though I had been accepted at a University in Toronto with World History, and I came by this course and thought it was interesting so then all of a sudden I decided that I didn´t want to be a History Major and that I wanted to be an English Major in a different country.5. What do you intend to do after finishing the course?
Well I don´t really know what I want to do after finishing my course, I know that I want to do my Master´s Degree but in terms of work...I have no idea.6. I suppose that you like to read so...which is your favourite book?
I´m a nerd, so my favourite book, or play in this case, is Hamlet by William Shakespeare. I really believe in the power of words. But a more recent favourite of mine is The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks.7. And how about music...favourite band or artist?
I don´t really have a favourite type of music but my favourite artists are Bob Marley and Jack Johnson. As for my favourite band, My Chemical Romance and Hedley(Canadian band).8. Which was the last band concert that you assisted?
Well I went to Sudoeste in August and I saw Goldfrapp, The Prodigy, and elements of the band Sublime. It was amazing. I only went there for one night and I didn´t sleep at all but it was so worth it and the best part was that the day I got back was my birthday party and everyone was all smiley and happy and I was the birthday girl and half asleep.
9. Now... a different type of question...what do you see yourself doing, or how do you imagine yourself, in ten years?
This is a hard one because I´m always changing my mind on everything. But hopefully, I´ll be finished with University and working a stable job (whatever that may be), still be with my boyfriend, and hopefully seen a lot of the world...my dream is to travel.10. Oh you just answered to a future question..so you’ve already said that your dream is to travel...where to?
I´d like to go to Tibet, China, Africa, Arabian countries and of course France, Italy and all the beautiful European countries.11. What for you is happiness?
So as you´ve already realized I´m weird...I don´t believe that the human being is ever happy. I don´t think that I will ever be completely happy. But just to have love and be in love is as close as I´ll get to happiness.12. What do you regret NOT doing?
There is only one thing I regret and it´s pretty bad. I regret not saying googbye to my friends when I left Canada. I wasn´t able to, so I just left and they all got really angry but, thankfully, now everything is fine.
13. If you could be another person, who would you like to be?
I wouldn´t like to be anyone else...I´m just too curious to find out how my life is going to turn out so I´ll stick to being just me.14. If you could have one super power which it would be and why or what for?
My boyfriend says that I should be a super villan and that my name should be Ms. Sneeze...because I sneeze too much. But if I could have one super power it would be the power to see goodness in all people and use it to show them and everyone else that there is goodness in everyone.
Filipa Pedro interviewing Filipa Correia
1- Why did you choose this course?
Because I always dreamed of being in touch with English and other languages. And, of course, I always liked English and that’s the main reason.2- Do you have plans for the future? What are they?
In fact I do. Well, I want to get my degree and go to England in order to work. I don’t care if it´s for few monthes. I want to get as much of an experience as possible. Being abroad is something very important for me and very rewarding, I think. 3- What do you like to do or be in the future?
I want to be in Public Relations or something related to that, I’m not a fan of jobs where you stay in front of the computer and a desk and just type words on the screen and the work is always the same. Doesn’t suit me too much.4- What do you like to do in your free time?
I like to read books, listen to music, watching television especially MTV, go out with friends and shopping.5- What’s your favourite colour?
Definitely pink.6- Have you ever lived abroad?
No, but I always go on vacations to England to meet my parents that I miss all year.
7- Where do you live? And with whom?
I live with my grandparents and my brother in Barreiro.8- Do you enjoy living there?
Yes, very much. I’ve always lived there and I think is the best place to live and grow up.9- Have you always lived with your grandparents?
No. I lived with my parents until about 4 years ago. Then I moved to my grandparents´ house to live and study in Portugal. I didn’t want to lose my friends and I wanted to be here.10- What’s your favouritre food?
Steaks, eggs and bacon with french fries.11- What do you like the most in Portugal?
Hum, I like our landscapes very much, like the beaches. We have a nice country with pretty views. I really admire the aspect that portuguese people can be so friendly.12- Which book did you like to read the most until now?
The Da Vinci Code.13- Do you have any pets?
No I don´t.14- Which football team do you support?
My football team is Benfica, ever since I was little.15- Do you enjoy all night long parties?
Yes, I really enjoy it!! I like to be with friends and listen to very loud music all night in a club or something like that.
Maria Joao Troia interviewing Silvia Dias
1. What is your most important goal?
Well..right now to finish the course2. What is something you are really proud of and why?
And don’t be really proud of what I did because I know that I didn’t really achieve something...but to quit smoking I’m proud of that because it’s a little difficult to leave the addiction.3. Name a song that changed your life the first time you heard it and that you will always remember.
So many..I love music and there are some lyrics that mean something to me...but I don’t really have an answer for that.4. What is the most memorable moment in your life? A time that you will never forget.
I have so many...I have good memories!! Well..I have to say that every moment spent with the people that I love are unforgetable, when I knew that I got into university...5. How do you want to be remembered?
lol...As the greatest translator ever!!! eh eh6. Is there something you wish you could do over again? If so, what would it be?
People say that if they could they’ll wish to do things all over again, to do things differently...Well, there’s nothing I wish to do again because all that I am now is part of what I´ve done in the past.7. What do you like doing in your free time?
Watching TV , listening to music, going to Castelo Branco, reading, getting my nails done!!lol8. What things do you find yourself doing that you said you would never do?
I think that they’re more but now I only remember the fact that it’s been 3 months without smoking and before that I used to think that it was impossible to quit.
9. Have you ever lived an inspirational moment? Something that forced you to change you life for the better?
Every day!I’m too lazy to change things...10. If you were ever to write a book, what would it be about and what would the title be?
I think that every person’s life is interesting so I would write it about my life (it isn’t very exciting but...) And the title?! Well..."a simple life" lol
11. What is your favourite quote?
"everything happens for a reason"
hey there!
I’m Silvia Dias (there are 2 Silvias in the class!)
I’m 23, born in Castelo Branco but since I can remember I have lived in Lisbon, still I have Castelo Branco in my heart because i have family, friends and boyfriend there(yes...it’s hard but we’re still in love bla bla bla)
Sooooo...I left high school 3/4 years ago (I don’t remember the exact year) and started working in hotels (in high school I studied to be a Receptionist) but then i just got tired of doing that (only because of the schedules, because it’s great to meet people from all around the world) and decided to study again and here I am!!
A little bit more about me…I still work at a hotel (only until the end of the month!) and I just quit smoking 3 months ago!! This was one of my greatest achievements (I’ve smoked for 6 years, 10 cigarettes per day) so if you want to stop smoking just ask for my help :)
Well, that’s all for now….
Have a nice weekend and see you all on Monday!!
Big hug
something about me
Well, I’m going to introduce myself for starters. I’m Filipa. Okay, there are two Filipas in the class so I’m Filipa P. lOOl
I was born in Portugal and I’ve always lived here. I’m 17, probably the youngest person in the class. Portugal is a beautiful and stunning country. I’m glad that some people recognized that. ;) Now, I’m living in Lisbon just for the week because on weekends I’m out of town - in my little village near Torres Vedras.
Just so you all know, some of the beauty I miss is captured in this portrait. Hope it can transmit to you the beauty. This is the beach I go to every summer - Santa Cruz. I love the calmness and we can relax from all the stress...and reading a book on the beach is something amazing to me. Despite that, I like to go to the cinema, hang out with friends and I’m a big fan of pretty landscapes. I just cannot resist taking pictures of this and that...to remember. =)
I really enjoy meeting new countries and sights, believe me...it makes you feel better.
I have two dogs and they are very cute. =) My family is really special. We are a huge family and I like it very much. I do not have any brothers or sisters. lol
Since I was a little girl I have been constantly changing my mind. I want many things for my future, but one thing I’m sure of is that I want to learn more and more about English and other languages. ;) It is a passion to me! I want to fullfil my hopes and dreams with this course I’m taking. Hope I will achieve that state. lol I admire workers. People who have goals. I’m very out-going, I’m a talkative person. loool
I do not know too much about Lisbon. Well, we can say...almost nothing. lol But since I’ve been here, I’ve visited many places and I’m enjoying it. I can say to you now that I really liked visiting the Rossio, Baixa-Chiado and Belém. Is quite amusing. Old Lisbon is amazing...but the downtown doesn’t have the preservation that is needed...which I think is a shame...
That’s all for now. See you all on Monday morning lOl
Kisses
just something about me
Hi everybody ! My name is Filipa Correia (I’m the other Filipa :D) and I’m 18 years old. I was born in Barreiro but somehow on my B.I it says that I was born in Lisbon. lol I always enjoyed tliving in in Barreiro.. more specificly in Vila-chã (small village near Santo António).. I made such good friends there :D
I´ve lived all my life in Vila-chã (and I still do) with my father, my mother, my brother and my grand-parents. One day, my parents decided to go to England for good (just like that!) and I had to decide if I wanted to go with them or stay in Portugal ! I decided to stay (as you can see!) :)
I remember my first time in England ! I was 15 years old and I went there to spend my summer holidays ! It was fantastic to see my parents because I only see them once a year ! :S In Enland I had the chance to speak with British people (their accent is quite funny) :P and to be in contact with the English Culture . I visited the Natural History Museum and the Science Museum. I even passed through Buckingham’s Palace :) I was a bit sad because I didn´t visit London’s Eye . The only thing that i didn’t like was the weather , it is always raining and the sky is , most of times , grey and cloudy. Despite that, I really loved my summer holidays that year.
Kisses for everybody xxxxxxxx
See you all in classes :)
A little bit about me
About me…I really don’t know where to start. Well, I was born in Lisbon, Portugal. When I was one my parents moved to Toronto, Canada and my life has been there until now. I decided that after I finished high school I wanted something different for me. So I took one year off from school and got here and started working in a clothing store after two weeks of landing in Lisbon. I worked in the store for almost one year and then I left when I got accepted into University. And now I’m 19. People are always asking me why I left Canada(!) to come to Portugal(!), and the truth is that I don’t have a reason that makes much sense. I just like it here. And because I was involved in a long distance relationship for over a year and I was kind of getting sick of it...and we’re still together :)
There are two things that I really like to do, writing anything and everything, and going to downtown Lisbon (Chiado). Both things kind of relieve stress. Anytime I have a thought that sounds good in my head I write it down and keep it in a safe place because after some time I go and read it and remember why I wrote it. And when I’m feeling sad or alone I go downtown and just think and go home feeling a lot better.
My mother is in Portugal with me at the moment but in January, she’ll be going back to Canada to continue her work. So basically, I’ll be here by myself, but I don’t mind though.
I’m kind of a shy person in the beginning when I’m around new people like you guys, but with time I’ll start opening up and talking more…
The picture I’m adding here is one of my favourite places to be, now that you know a little bit about me, I’m sure you can guess where it is...
