Giveaway : Coffeehouse Angel by Suzanne Selfors

Synopsis:

When Katrina spots a homeless guy sleeping in the alley behind her grandmother's coffee shop, she leaves him a cup of coffee, a bag of chocolate-covered coffee beans, and some pastries to tide him over, never expecting this random act of kindness to turn her life upside down. The adorable vagrant, Malcolm, is actually a guardian angel on a break between missions, and now he won't leave until he can reward Katrina's selflessness by fulfilling her deepest desire. Fame and fortune seem like the obvious requests, but after two botched wishes, Malcolm knows Katrina is hiding something from him. But how can she tell him the truth, when her heart's desire has become Malcolm himself?

*****Giveaway*****
{Open to US residents only}

Suzanne Selfors has decided to giveaway a signed hardcover copy of Coffeehouse Angel to a lucky reader of mine! To enter, you just have to leave a comment with your e-mail address.

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A great THANK YOU to dear Suzanne for sponsoring this giveaway!

Giveaway ends on 28th January, 2010 @ 8 pm Malaysian time. Open to US residents only. International readers may enter if you have a friend in US to receive the book on your behalf.

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Feature & Review : Patch First Shop

Have you ever heard of PatchFirstShop? It belongs to a creative Thai-based jewellery designer - Patch! Patch is adroit in creating jewellery from pearls and swarovski crystals. Each piece is made with great attention to detail with high end craftsmanship. I won a Flora Pearl Necklace - Luxury Collection worth $60.00 USD from Patch's blog back in December 2009.

I wanted to present it to my mother as a gift, and Patch kindly offered to wrap it when I told her the recipient will be my mother. The necklace arrived today and my mom was surprised to get something in the mail. Patch used a pretty envelope with red hearts on it. When she opened the package, she was even surprised because the gift box looks exceptionally classy and elegant. When she untied the white satin ribbon and saw what's inside, she actually gasped. Obviously, she was stunned by the beauty of the necklace. The Flora Pearl Necklace is made from Swarovski Teardrop Crystals and Pearls together with Unique Flower 18K Gold Spacers. See the other items in this collection ~ Bracelet :: Earrings

In my mom's own words:

This necklace is gorgeous! The harmonious and lustrous shimmer of the pearls is really eye-catching. I'm sure everyone will take notice of them easily. I'm satisfied with the excellent craftsmanship! I love this necklace and I will wear it always. Thank you, Patch!

Champaign Teardrop Pendant with Sterling Silver Necklace $28.00 USD
This necklace is for those who love the classic style. The Champaign Teardrop Pendant is timeless, elegant, and ladylike. Made from a Champaign Swarovski Teardrop Crystal Pendant on a 18" Sterling Necklace. See the complementary earrings in the collection here.

Star Flower Hairpins - 1 pair $30.00 USD
I really like these pretty, dainty hairpins! They are made with Swarovski Crystals and Rhodium Hair Pins.

Diamond Dust Ear Clips $20.00 USD
Made from unique Diamond Dust button attached to Rhodium Ear Clips. See other items in this collection ~ Hair Pins :: Hair Comb

Amelia Collection - 2 strands PEARL necklace $70.00 USD
The Amelia Collection features a Romantic Masterpiece - a 2 strand pearl necklace made from Swarovski Glass Pearls with unique silver-plated filigree clasp. See other items in this collection ~ Flower Brooch

Elegant Pearl Bracelet - 3 Strands and Spacers $30.00 USD
This Pearl Bracelet is made from Swarovski Cream Pearls (6mm and 8mm) and Clear Crystal Golden Spacers. They are traded meticulously with elastic cords.

All orders will be packed in a handmade velvet bag with clear plastic box. Patch is offering free international shipping on all items in 2010. If you have any questions regarding the jewellery in Patch's shop, please feel free to contact her at patchfirstshop[at]yahoo.com / puk793[at]hotmail.com or send her a message via Etsy convo.

Patch's other shops:
Jewelry shop on ArtFire :: Supply shop on Etsy :: Vintage clothing shop on Etsy

Life Is Hard...

I'm really sorry for not updating this blog more often. School has just started and I'm quite busy. I hope the situation will ameliorate in the future. After passing a challenge, we will face another. That's what we call life.

Here are some thought-provoking quotes which I'd like to share with everyone:

“To love is to risk not being loved in return. To hope is to risk pain. To try is to risk failure, but risk must be taken because the greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing.”

“The difference between school and life? In school, you're taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you're given a test that teaches you a lesson.” ~ Tom Bodett

“This is my wish for you: Comfort on difficult days, smiles when sadness intrudes, rainbows to follow the clouds, laughter to kiss your lips, sunsets to warm your heart, hugs when spirits sag, beauty for your eyes to see, friendships to brighten your being, faith so that you can believe, confidence for when you doubt, courage to know yourself, patience to accept the truth, Love to complete your life.”