We’ve reached the end of June too!  How was this month for you guys? Hope it was awesome!! School’s out for most of you no? Hope you’re all planning to make Summer 2008 the best one everrrr (need any help with your to-do list?)!

June was pretty dull for the first two weeks for myself (where i had to study! study! study!!) - but after the final exam passed, June came back with a vengeance!! Here’s a rundown of my June in sugars & salts!

Sugars:

• Hair Extensions - as many of you know … i LOVE my hair & having different hairstyles (my hair stylist loves me for that too!). Unfortunately though, i cannot colour it how i want and as much as i want (because it’s straightened, coloured blue-black & i would risk of severely damaging the hair if i bleach it), so hair extensions were the answer! Got them off ebay. They’re real human hair & they look just like they’re part of my hair - i’m buying more soon! Colours i already have: blue, purple, blue-black (to add length from the front !) & the seller was nice enough to send me a free bright red pair ! Colours i plan to get: shocking pink, platinum blonde (a.k.a white!!), blonde fading to black & … the infamous leopard print! Yummyyy!
• Half Days at Work - As summer is here we’re finishing off work 2 hours earlier than usual hurray!! That means moreee extra time for me!! (Which, 99% of the time is spent merrily napping hahahaha!)
• Music Addictions - While having the exams breakdown i found myself watching MTV TRL (oh save me!). Luckily i found a good group called We the Kings i quite like some of their songs - they’re happy sounding and great for when you’re a bit down teehee.
• Culinary - It was off to sushi after the longest timeee as a nice post exams celebration *HEART*!! I also tried making instant Miso Soup but it just sucks without the tofu bits   I also warn you against decaf Green Tea - it just tastes HORRIBLE!! Beach BBQs are fun - but becomes a food challenge if you don’t eat beef / pork / hamburgers / sausages like myself! & a honorable mention i’ve also rediscovered my old childhood friend - the uber famous la vache qui rit! (goes amazing with rice cakes & it’s uber low fat too! Yumm!) 
• Other lovely things - My new gloomy bear shirt looks amazing (& very pink); I’ve beaten my 10 year record by going to swim 2 times already this year; I’ve finally sent my message in a bottle, which i hope somebody picks up & sends me an email or comments on s-g; Medium sized shirts are starting to fit me big (hurray!); Finished off watching Gossip Girl & The Mighty Boosh (both season 1) in less than four weeks!

Salts:

• Changes to our OOAD exam - The last exam i had, OOAD, was a complete mess. NCC should just be ashamed of themselves for messing up our paper. New and improved exam layout my ass!! By changing the first section they just turned it unworkable!! Let’s just hope that i (& the rest of class) won’t have to go through a resit because of them!
• Summer Heat - I just don’t sweat. Summer heat gets to me very very very rarely, but last week was a real scorcher. I couldn’t sleep properly at night as our Air Conditioner needs a service, so we had to live with using two fans good thing the weather has calmed down just a little bit again. Another thing i hate about summer heat is that it makes me continuously sleepy and tired
• Falling behind on exercise - Because of the heat, and finishing earlier from work (i.e. i nap more lofl) i’ve neglected exercise for over a week! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

What else did i learn this month? Not all tattoo parlours do piercings - even though they got piercing images pasted all over their display windows! The new hairstyle i selected to get myself isn’t bf approved grrr but i’m getting it anyway :P hehehehe. You can get what you want by bugging someone enough!! Income Tax is just plain EVIL. I just might experienced the sight of how a real UFO in the looks like and i freaked out (well, what would you guys do??) Missing the Summer Solstice at the Hagar Qim temples again SUCKS!!!!!

 Plugs:  Sakuzo, Angelica, Amarilys, Nan, Natalie, Wyther, Angie, Lara, Carol, Baohan, Maura, Maura *right website address,under webbie*, abby, Kimberly, Euri, Ravencroft, Cynthia, faye, Marie Claire, Shaina, Patricia, Joyce,

ahhh summer is here and a lot of you guys out there have finally finished school & exams so you got lots of free time in your hands (like meeeeeee …. kinda, LOL )!! That sounds GREAT doesn’t it?? BUT doesn’t it happen to you as well, that all that free time you’ve wished for sooooo badly during the winter, has turned your life into something boring?

Do you find yourself wasting time away on the chat program, lounging around the house being annoyed or just … sleep? Fear not!! Here are some ideas!

• Go Out - Unless you live in lovely Aussie (in which case, you’ve already had your fair share of lovely weather! Now it’s our turn teehee ), your summery days should be filled with bright warm sunny days! And what better way to celebrate your days off than go out? Picnics, spending the whole day at the Beach, out to the Local Bar for cocktails, Barbecues, Discos & Nightclubs, some Open Air Winebar or Restaurant, or just take a nice long walk out! Don’t know of any new places?? NONSENSE! Google is your best friend and it’s going to give you tonnes of suggestions i’m sure!!
• Get a (summer) job - Might be teeny bit too late now as most of the best jobs are already taken - but neverrr fear! Buy all the local newspapers, check online websites, go around shops & companies you’d like to work at & distribute your CV! Getting a summer job will guarantee that not only you’ll get a great experience (new friends, coworkers, learning new skills etc) but you’ll also earn a little extra which always helps!
• Play Video Games - Use this option WISELY. Spending your whole time inside playing video games all summer might be a bit … urgh. But catching up on your favourite games every now and then is more than awesome, or better yet - invite some friends over and make a LAN Party or a Play Station Tournament!! (Guitar Hero anyone??)
• Meet Old Friends - Do you have the feeling that you might have neglected your friends because of study? Or you haven’t seen someone in AGES!?? Now’s the time to pick up that phone, cellphone, email, and get contacting them!! It’s a bit hard until you get the ball rolling, but i’m sure they’ll be as thrilled to hear that you’re still alive as well!
• Read Books / Magazines - Honestly, i think one of the best past times in the world is to read a book. There’s nothing better you can do for your mind than feeding it precious knowledge (& getting a wider vocabulary!) - hey, you’ll also make a good impression at difficult conversations where you can impress people with what you’ve learned, no?? Hahaha - or is it that just me?? Get yourself a Shelfari account (hey, add me!!) and get searching for the books that suit you - you’re just bound to find that book which will capture you. Go to the local library, buy your stuff off Amazon! Just get reading, do your brain a favor!! You’ll thank me later
• Watch what you’ve lost on the telly during the winter - Another option which might backfire if not used wisely Have you missed Gossip Girl or the latest season of the L Word on tv? Have you always wanted to watch the Mighty Boosh? … Yupp, i know i do! I limit myself to 1 or 2 episodes per day, no more, that way i can have some time for other more important activities
  
• Learn Something - Only for those who love to continue learning like myself. I know the VAST MAJORITY just wants to get away from learning & let their minds get lazy for 3 months I only remember of TWO Summers in my life in which i haven’t done some sort of short course. It doesn’t have to be academically related - you can even learn a new trade or hobby! Local councils here tend to have artisan courses available mostly for women who are interested in learning old antique crafts & what about a sport class? Ever wanted to learn a new sport but don’t want to do it alone? Why not register at a yoga or tai chi class?? Look around your town, i’m sure you’ll find something as well!!
• Do something out of the oridinary - Go diving, go bungee jumping, travel around your country in a bus, go on a roadtrip without a specific destination, go hiking and exploring in some remote part, rent a boat and go sailing for a day, organize a costume themed picnic, throw a party! … An infinite list of things to do!
• Start your own Website - For those who do not have a website but always wished one, this is the perfect time to start! Look around for tutorials, ask other webmasters (most of them are always willing to help!), & get coding!!
• Revamp your website - This might be the time to give your blog / website a good facelift! & you know what good change means?? Yes! MORE VISITORS!! Is there something your website lacks?? Investigate around … you’re bound to find something to improve and get your hands full.
• Do something new everyday - Try a new way how to cook, taste some exotic food, try a new Bar, haul yourself to the hairdresser and get a new hairdo, change your wardrobe, learn a new fact a day, find a new source of inspiration, find a new interesting website, make a new friend, chat with a stranger, try new exercises or a new sport!

I’m still in the process or compiling my Summer 2008 to-do list! Hope i inspired some of you out there to include some of my suggestions in yours!! What do you want to do this summer & make it great & memorable???

 Plugs:  Marie Claire, Cynthia, Ravencroft, Natalie, Amarilys, Addie, Sarah, Sese, Angelica, Sakuzo, Merinn, Wyther, Shaina, Kimberly, Ocean, tiniwini, Karma, Lara, Laura,

Hello everyone! Do you get that feeling of wanting to change and improve, whenever there is a change of season? I know that there are lots of people out there who agree with me & of course, the change wanted is not only for the personal image, but also for the site! Here are the bright new plans for S-G.net! Unfortunately it’s been a long time since i’ve actually put something forward (thank school & my laziness for that. Ugg!!). But promise all will change soon

Here is what i will try to achieve by the end of this summer:

• New Revamped Interviews: Currently working on improving the interviews with more in depth questions (as suggested by dear Asia) to really get to know all the interesting details about the people behind the websites a lot more!! I encourage you to submit suggestions on who you want to see interviewed via the contact page or the comments!! - Once i finish working on the stuff, they will be resuming soon!
• Raffles: Because everyone loves winning free cute stuff!! I will try and make a raffle at the beginning of each season - currently working on how the layout page will be all that will be asked to enter is to fill out the form and put the required button on your website - well, easy no??? Everyone will be invited to join!!
• Contests or SOTM: Still haven’t planned how these will be held yet but there will be some - most definately!!
• Newsletter: Weekly or Monthly e-letter to subscribers chock full of cool stuff!
• More Blogging: Definately more blogging and more styles of blogging
• New Layout: Something you guys i bet are all waiting for!! Currently in the process!
• Pixel More: The You Section is looking a bit empty, i know i need to add new stuff and get rid of the ugly old stuff (like, the avatars - i really don’t like them anymore so getting rid of those and replaced with better stuff soon!!) … same goes for my DA - i only put up gifts in there lately xp and let’s not start to talk about my participation in the Qbee activities lately
• S-G.net on Myspace: Hmmmmmmmmmmmm i already have my own hi5 (add me?) … & this was something Ravencroft actually suggested a few months back. I deleted my old myspace …. hmmm i don’t know whether i’ll be doing this or not, but it’ll be definately insteresting to try it out!!

So! What are your planned Site changes for this summer??

 Plugs:  Sakuzo, Ravencroft, Megan, Stepherz, DarkChii, Miri, Darkyflower, Ayame, Amarilys, Pixy, Laura, Patricia, Sese, Shaina, Cindy, Liza, Heidi, Garu, Maria, Sarah, Becca, Angelica,

i’d love to go to the Australian Continent some day! Of course while there, one CANNOT not spend some time in gorgeous New Zealand! Didn’t plan to visit New Zealand and now you’re in a hurry to find a great hotel, at a great price, with an equally great review?? Now you want to experience it all? The beautiful nature, the Sky Tower & why not … the very particular New Zealand cuisine?? … Fear not!! The Cheaper than hotels website is teh solution for your troubles - it’s an expert when it comes to finding New Zealand Hotels! Looking for staying at the north or south of this magical island?? NO PROBLEM! The cheaper than hotels website has got it all! & the latest you book … the cheaper the price! They got heaps of last minute hotel deals for you to take advantage of!! … See? booking that last minute holiday to visit to Auckland can be as easy as 1,2,3! Thanks to the cheaper than hotels search by region facility you can find the Auckland Hotels that’s right for you in a snap! If you want to travel around you can even easily find affordable Wellington hotels or Christchurch Hotels all within your travel budget! You decide!! & don’t forget the website’s promises : they offer you the LOWEST RATES ever as well as you get to PAY ON ARRIVAL! How cool is that huh??

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Thinking of getting away and looking for cheap hotels? We all know how much the Hotels Paris, Hotels Sydney & in other places are expensive … that’s why the Cheaper than hotels website exists! They are also just perfect for a last minute decision holiday!

So what are the advantages of booking a hotel at the last minute?? Simple! For the awesome special deals!!   Ever dreamt of booking a hotel in Paris for as cheap as GBP£28 or even less?? WOW!! I know which website i’m choosing to book my hotel in London for my graduation - the Cheaper then Hotels website of course! Not only i’ll be able to get a really great deal, but i’ll also get closest to the London Med University as possibble thanks to the handy search by region form!! Not only that, but i’ll also be able to read about hotel reviews & great useful tips! Then if i’d like to move out to somewhere more central to enjoy the rest of the holiday, i can easily choose from the great list of most popular hotels (like near Hyde park! Yay!)

Same thing applies to other great destinations - how about fancying going to New York (or else you have to attend a last minute set business meeting over there)??  Thanks to the website one can find a hotel within their budget in MINUTES. It’s just way too quick and easy without any complications like other hotel websites!! Remember their 2 promises: the cheaper than hotels website promise the LOWEST RATES & PAY ON ARRIVAL!! So what are you waiting for? Don’t beleive me when talking about great cheap hotels and the AMAZING last minute deals?? Visit the website to see for yourself!!

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Some of the most gorgeous destinations in the world must be dubai. It’s my dream holiday. Dubai Hotels are among the most beautiful in the world - thanks to the Easy to book website you can find the best located ones and the ones best suited for your needs whether you’ll be vacationing like a star or attending a business trip - you’re surely to find a great hotel near the tourist attractions you’d like to visit - interested in a particular museum or shopping complex?? then be sure to use the Easy to Book website - where not only you’ll find the best hotels at the most convenient price & place but you can also easily book from the website!! With real guest reviews, their awesome lowest rates policy and no advance payments amongst others - you’re just going to fall in love with the website!!!

But the Easy to Book website not only provides hotel bookings at Dubai, but the website boasts of having a choice of over 2000 hotels … WORLDWIDE!! Want to search for Cairo hotels to make that dreamy Egypt trip you’ve always wanted (*drool* who wouldn’t want to see the spectacular pyramids???)? You can even find a hotel right next to the famous Red Sea Riviera, Sharm El Sheikh or the Nile Delta! What about a trip to Cuba?? YES! The Easy to Book hotels also provide you with booking for hotels in Cuba! That’s right! You can easily find Havana Hotels through the Easy to book website! Where else can you find such a great website which reaches almost all the corners of the world??

Other things i love about the Easy to Book website must be the detailed information that the website offers when visiting a country page. You can easily plan all your holiday activities with all the information provided easily! All the Points of Interest (including hospitals, universities, shopping centres, churches etc), Cities, Touristic Regions, and other provinces and states are conveniently listed - not only that but you can find & book hotels near these attractions too!! What’s not to love of the Easy to Book website?? Go visit the website & start planning your dream holiday today!!

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