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 One of the  lovely surprise this new year came from a package  containing the book Comfort Living written by Christine Eisner, a renowned interior designer and consultant.

Rooted from the concept that we “create” our homes, the book offers practical and easy suggestions in organizing our homes, leading to a more balanced and meaningful lifestyle.

Reading the book from its first page, I instantly liked it  because of the charming images of  some homes and their interior.  It somehow echoes a longing in me to have my own abode. (BTW, more photos of homes and designs can also be seen throughout the book.)

And when I read through the first parts of the book, I appreciate it more for its step-by-step approach to “creating our homes.”   Not only does it have instructions that are easy to follow but the exercises are relevant to self-discovery and creation.   It also includes a handy notebook where we can jot ideas and inspiration.

Going through the steps (on a weekly basis), I realized that they slowly and carefully show us a window into our self, leading us to discover what are important and satisfying to us, and  what we really want  in our homes, in our lives.  Moreover, the suggestions are always ringing  of positivity.  Indeed, Comfort Living leads you in a journey where you can create limitless possibilities to make your house a home and to make everyday living comfortable as well as enjoyable.

That said, I consider Comfort Living a treasure. Infact, it made me want to immediately bring the concept into action. But living with my parents, I can only do as much as “revamping” our room. But one day soon, when I (and my family) finally get our own place, I hope to follow the suggestions I’ve read in this book.   

I realized that if there is one thing that is going to tear my wallet down, it has got to be books.

Yeah, not food, educational expenses, or gasoline. Not clothes or even hair dos (true I spend a lot on hair too but that’s only twice every year). Not even camera lenses!

But books. Yes, B-O-O-K-S!

I always buy books. My husband constantly does, too. And then I also buy lots of books for my son. Oh we seem to have a never-ending need for books. Thus the never-ending trips to the bookstore which - dear hubster, breathe, just breathe - bleed my wallet dry!

So really, if there is something that’s going to make me broke, it’s gotta be because of these books. :-)

Our bedtime companions - me and my son’s. We’ve read the 2nd and 4th book countless times, sometimes for nth times in a given day as these are my son’s favorite books at the moment.

That first book (Change Your Life Without Getting Out Of Bed by Sark) in the pile,  one of latest acquisition, is a personal favorite.  With its colorful text, cute illustrations and sensible yet unique ideas,  it’s so fun to read it again and again. I also read it to my 3-year old  (and recreate stories from it) because he likes to look at the colorful illustrations.

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