Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Feist + Mountain Man

Tonight I had the pleasure of seeing Feist! She was everything I hoped she would be and more. Such amazing talent
Feist had the cutest little back up singers and I discovered they have their own group called
Mountain Man
I am pretty excited to check out more of their stuff.

Monday, October 31, 2011

Song Obsession

I know I haven't blogged in forever, but don't get too excited because I probably still won't be very consistent.  I had to share this song though. My brother shared it with me a couple months ago and it has definitely been my most listened to song since then.
Enjoy.

 Suburbs by Mr Little Jeans

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Home-Made Granola Bars

Today I made these delicious home-made granola bars.  I decided there is way too much sugar and unnatural ingredients in store bought ones so I think making these may become a regular occurrence.

The recipe is really simple and easy to customize and change to whatever suites your taste.
So here it is if you would like to give it a try.

3/4 cup      natural peanut butter
3/4 cup      honey (I used pure creamed honey)
1 1/2 cup   oats
1 1/4 cup   rice crisps, millet or hemp hearts (I used organic whole grain brown crispy rice, you could use a mixture)
1 cup         slivered almonds (any type of nut would work)
1 cup         dried fruit

melt p.b. and honey in microwave for about a minute
stir all dry ingredients together, then gradually add the p.b. and honey mixture
put in cake pan and squish down evenly.
place in freezer and let harden
cut into desired size

*This makes about 16 bars depending on the size you want and is best stored in fridge or freezer.

Monday, June 6, 2011

Paris

My brother made a super cute little video so he and his wife can win a trip to Paris.  
All they have to do is get enough votes to win!
So click on the link to check out the video and vote!  
Merci.

I painted this picture today in lieu of the contest.
I can't wait until I can take another trip to Paris!  Hopefully that day comes sooner than later...

Thursday, April 28, 2011

California dreamin'

Dear Mother Nature, 
Today is April 28th and it is snowing a lot!!  What ever happened to April showers?  To make things worse it is still quite cold, it is 0C and feels like -5C. Isn't it supposed to be spring right now?  Is this some sort of mean joke?
As you know winter has been very cold, snowy, and grey and the forecast shows no end in sight. Could you please please hurry up with some nice weather? If not I think I shall move to California.  Current temperature in LA, 26C.  Much better?  I think so. California, here I come!
Sincerely,
Maya










*These are finally some pictures from my California trip back in September.  
I'll gradually keep posting some more when the time is right.

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

My soul belongs to Thom Yorke

I didn't think it was possible to love Radiohead anymore than I already do until I saw this video...



Thom you never disappoint me.  Thanks for being so cool.

P.S. If you haven't listened to Radiohead's new The King of Limbs album I suggest you get on it.  I'm obsessed with it of course.

P.S.S. sorry for 2 music posts in a row and all in one day but I just couldn't wait to put this up!

Yes!

Iron and Wine covers George Michael's "One More Try"



Also in case it has been a very long time since you have heard the original...

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

delicioso!

the menu:
carne adovada tacos
guacamole
mexican rice
refried beans
mexican chocolate cake





for family day my talented chef of a brother made an authentic mexican dinner.
everything was made from scratch with fresh ingredients.  
It was absolutely delicioso!
I am still full.

Monday, January 31, 2011

Helplessness Blues

dear friends, i am so excited.
remember THIS band?  Well I sure like them and guess what?
they have a new album coming out on may 3rd called Helplessness Blues and they are going on a north american tour.
my birthday is april 8th if you want to get me tickets and fly me somewhere they are performing :)
anyway here is a taste from their new album that you can download free!



you're welcome : )


p.s. for more info about this go HERE