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Saralina ♡

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About Me

WE ARE MARRIED!!!

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I'm back in the Seattle area after a bit of time away. I've enjoyed being away but seems like now's the time to come "home."
My random "ABOUT ME" introduction. Here goes!
I like to travel - just returned from a few weeks in China. Can't wait to make it back to Tibet. As of late my international trips have been to Peru where my birth-family is -- they're wild (good/bad) so on hiatus from Peru for a couple years.
Since I can't travel ALL THE TIME (sigh) I enjoy trying different regional and mostly international foods. My man is a chef and whips up some exquisite dishes! He lived in Asia for 4 years and brought back some great skills! He's been kind enough to learn Peruvian food - so I'm doubley (is that a word?) spoiled!
I like to spend time with my friends. I'm an only-child.. and so when I made a good friend, they're like family :) (I do love spending time with my family too) Anyway, I'm lucky to have a lot of chosen-sisters (cheesy, I know) out there that I love and connect with and will be with me for many years to come. Unfortunately, they are all back East.. So, I travel - as do they :) Back to that traveling thing!
I have lived in IL, DC/VA, FL and WA. Lots of reasons for continually moving cross-country and I'm glad for each of them :) DC/VA was home and always will be. I have no doubt that could end up there at some point in the future.
What else... I'm a v. direct person. Tried being subtle but it didn't work out for me! I don't do well with strongly sarcastic ppl - but I do enjoy friends with wild sense of humor!
Professionally, I'm coming off a years hiatus from Microsoft et al. It's been an incredible learning experience and lovely break. I've worked 10 years non-stop as I never did school FT. I'm calling this my year of summer/spring/winter breaks! I'm always signed on my instant messenger (I think a product of MS) so yes, I'm a BIG nerd! That's ok, I own up to it :)
Artistically speaking, I enjoy the arts, but I won't talk about it for hours on end. I can listen to it, watch it and observe -- but I'm still learning a lot :) I used to tease a v. good friend (Nelson aka POOP) about being a music-snob. However, he's REALLY rubbed off on me. I now can't stand top-40, mtv style music, or Japanese techno! Ha ha, well, sometimes the techno thing creeps back in.. but for the most part.. too generic! I like music that has meaningful lyrics, gorgeous voices, good beats or something on the unusual side ;)
I'm the only person in the world that doesn't have an i-pod. I'm ok with that fact though.
Things have changed so much over the last seven years.. and I've grown a lot in the meantime too. My life's been put in perspective after many blips along the way. I'm a v. fortunate and blessed woman. :)

My Interests


2004 pictures Some buddies, past and present!

Your Power Element is Water
Your power colors: blue and aqua

Your energy: deep

Your season: winter

Like the ocean, you evoke deep feelings and passion.
You have an emotional, sensitive, and spiritual soul.
A bit mysterious, you tend to be quiet when you are working out a problem.
You need your alone time, so that you can think and dream. What's Your Power Element?
What Your Soul Really Looks Like
You are very passionate and quite temperamental. While you can be moody, you always crave comfort.

You are a grounded person, but you also leave room for imagination and dreams. You feet may be on the ground, but you're head is in the clouds.

You see yourself with pretty objective eyes. How you view yourself is almost exactly how other people view you.

Your near future is likely to be filled with great successes and accomplishments. You just need to figure out how to get there.

For you, love is all about caring and comfort. You couldn't fall in love with someone you didn't trust. Inside the Room of Your Soul
Your Driving Style is: 75% Male, 25% Female
According to studies, you generally drive like a typical male.
You're confident in your driving skills, and hardly any situation gets the better of you.
And while you may have a few tickets under your belt, you're still a very good driver. Do You Drive Like a Guy or a Girl?
Your Personality Profile
You are dignified, spiritual, and wise.
Always unsatisfied, you constantly try to better yourself.
You are also a seeker of knowledge and often buried in books.

You tend to be philosophical, looking for the big picture in life.
You dream of inner peace for yourself, your friends, and the world.
A good friend, you always give of yourself first. The World's Shortest Personality Test
You Communicate Like a Man
When you communicate, you like to get to the point.
You're not afraid to say what's on your mind - and leave it at that.
Talking about your emotions drains you. You rather keep them to yourself.
You prefer solving problems to wallowing in your sorrows. Do You Communicate Like a Man or a Woman?
You Are 60% Indie
You're pretty indie, but you don't make a fuss letting everyone know.
You just do what you like. You enjoy many types of things - from trendy to bizarre. How Indie Are You?
You Are The Star
You represent the ultimate in truth and purity.
Insightful and illuminating, you provide guidance for others.
You also demonstrate unselfish, unconditional love.
You posses many spiritual gifts, including the ability to heal.

Your fortune:

Your future is looking brighter by the day.
The near future will be a time of both hope and healing.
Luck is about to come your way, perhaps the best luck you have ever seen.
Life is about to get a lot easier and much better! What Tarot Card Are You?
Your Love Element Is Water
In love, you connect deeply and commit totally.
For you, love is all about taking risks and moving into unknown territory.

You attract others with courage and confidence.
Your flirting style is defined by your flexibility and ability to adapt.

Nurturing and shared learning are the cornerstones of your love life.
And while you may jump in to love too quickly, you always come out the wiser for it.

You connect best with: Metal

Avoid: Earth

You And another Water element: will pull each other down into a dark place What Element Is Your Love?
You Are Internal - Skeptic - Empowered
You feel your life is controlled internally.
If you want something, you make it happen.
You don't wait around for things to go your way.
You value your independence and don't like others to have control.

You are a total skeptic when it comes to luck.
You believe that people use luck as a crutch to avoid responsibility.
You control your own destiny. The universe has nothing to do with it.
You believe everything can be explained - and you tend to over analyze situations.

You have a good deal of power, but you also know the pecking order.
You realize that working the system does get you further.
You know who to defer to and who to control.
When it comes to the game of life, you play things flawlessly. The Three Dimension Luck and Power Test
You Are a Good Friend Because You're Honest
Like it or not, your friends are going to hear the truth from you.
You know that the truth hurts, but living a life of lies is much worse.

So while you're definitely kind and supportive, you don't pull any punches with your friends.
Everyone knows where they stand with you. And what you like and dislike about them.

While some may be initially turned off by your honesty, your friends have come to consider it a virtue.
After all, in world of white lies and deceptive politeness, you can be counted on for honesty and integrity.

Your friends need you most when: They need good advice or an intelligent opinion

You really can't be friends with: Needy, emotional people

Your friendship quote: "True friendship can afford true knowledge. It does not depend on darkness and ignorance." What Makes You a Good Friend?
The Keys to Your Heart
You are attracted to obedience and warmth.

In love, you feel the most alive when your lover is creative and never lets you feel bored.

You'd like to your lover to think you are stylish and alluring.

You would be forced to break up with someone who was insecure and in constant need of reassurance.

Your ideal relationship is open. Both of you can talk about everything... no secrets.

Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment.

You think of marriage as something precious. You'll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred.

In this moment, you think of love as commitment. Love only works when both people are totally devoted. What Are The Keys To Your Heart?
What Your Black Outfit Means
You're a sophisticated woman with big city taste.
You have a strong creative force - even if you don't wear the boldest clothes.
You tend to intimidate people. But the right guy won't be intimidated by you!

Designer match: Dolce & Gabbana

Signature accessory: Gold framed sunglasses How Your Favorite Outfit Tells What Kind of Girl You Are
What Makes You a Real Beauty? My Result: Sense of Style
You Are a Good Friend Because You're Supportive
You are almost like a life coach for your best friends.
You give them help when they need it... but you also know when to give them a push.

People tend to rely on you for moral support and advice.
You've probably always been mature for your age, so this is a role that's you're comfortable with.

A friend like you is one of the rarest kinds.
You are both a good mentor and companion.

Your friends need you most when: They are confused or worried

You really can't be friends with: Someone who only wants to complain

Your friendship quote: "The only way to have a friend is to be one." What Makes You a Good Friend? You don't need a catwalk to strut your stuff. A cool and confident fashionista like you knows how to look fabulous wherever you go. You've got a good eye for what's hot and what looks good on you. And you're comfortable with who you are and what you want out of life.

Sure, you like to look great, but that doesn't mean you follow fads or listen to what other people say is right for you. You're an individual, and you make sure that comes through in everything you do, whether you're at the office, on a date, or out on the town. You can't go wrong when you're being true to yourself. That never goes out of style! What are you? http://web.tickle.com/rd/50651/tests/realbeauty/index.jsp?te stname=realbeautyogt&resultid=C

I'd like to meet:



My: SANTIAGO !! MUAH!!

Santiago's my v. special person in my life who's joined me here. I admire him in many ways - for his ambition, caring-nurturing heart, sweet intellect and wonderful sense of humor.. but most importantly, he can put up with my array of BS and still love me.. so he's definitely one in a million!


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Music:

Lemon Jelly, Etro Anime, Esthero, Underworld, Morcheeba, Everything But the Girl, Frou Frou, Kosheen, Kaskade, Tosca, Caia, Soulstice, Federico Abuele, Phoenix, Olive, Superveille, Dzihan and Kamien, Kruder and Dorfmeister, Thievery Corp., Nuspirit Helsinki, U.N.K.L.E., Zero 7, UFO... and NEIL DIAMOND!!

Movies:

I like a lot of movies.. but this month my "favorites" are: Dark Crystal, Sex y Lucia, Cinema Paradiso, AI, Matando Cabos, Clueless, Closer, Prime, Casablanca,SHOPGIRL and Big Fishfont

Television:

The Kumars at No. 42, Big Love, ENTOURAGE, Anthony Bourdain: NO RESERVATIONS, Footballer's Wives, The Hills, The Real Housewives of OC, MSNBC/CNN and Adoption Story !!!!

Books:

SERIOUSLY!?! Tons! I'm an avid-read and sift through Barnes & Nobles quite often! Santi put me on a budget.. but, books are irresistible!!!

Heroes:

My mom! She's an incredible woman and has done amazing things throughout her life; if only I could do 1/10 of what she's done to touch peoples lives, I will be a happy woman. ..

My Blog

12.20.07 -- WEDDING INFO... FINALLY!!!!

Well Folks...!!!It's finally here.. THE WEDDING STUFF!!  I have the page on "The Knot" (yeah, I'm one of them) - I need to update a lot.. so keep tabs on it and check back for the infomation rega...
Posted by Saralina a on Fri, 21 Dec 2007 06:25:00 PST

to no one in particular...

Found this a loooong time ago == and thought I'd share :)        Love or Infatuation?Infatuation is fleeting desire -- one set of glands calling to another. It is marked by a feel...
Posted by Saralina a on Mon, 30 Jul 2007 04:48:00 PST

China.. in five days!!! Ack!!

I need your help!!! Heading to China (Beijing, Xi'an, Kunming, TIBET, Weihai) and Hong Kong on Sunday the 27th!! I've never been to Asia and am not sure the climate for ANY of these places!! If you or...
Posted by Saralina a on Wed, 23 May 2007 08:26:00 PST

We have a gassy ghost!!

OK, so this is goofy. We have gassy ghost!!  I SWEAR!! So, Santiago and I are up late, cooking one of my favorite Indian dishes: lamb biriyani!  We're doing kick-ass and it smells delicious ...
Posted by Saralina a on Thu, 15 Mar 2007 11:14:00 PST

Aw!! Washington :)

YOU KNOW YOU ARE FROM WASHINGTON WHEN...You know how to pronounce Sequim, Puyallup, Enumclaw and Issaquah. Yes!You see a person carrying an umbrella and know they must be a tourist. Yes! Eating seafoo...
Posted by Saralina a on Tue, 27 Feb 2007 09:36:00 PST

Damn.. Peruvians (& Santiago) know how to cook it up!!

Lima was declared Gastronomic Capital of Latin America at the Madrid Fusion fair, Europes culinary world most important megaevent. Juan Manuel Bellver, editor of the gastronomic section of the Spanish...
Posted by Saralina a on Thu, 10 Aug 2006 07:22:00 PST

"The Glory of War" -- This is important to me -- Please Read

I really liked this piece and think some military families will relate well.  My mom's godson went to Desert Storm and never returned -- John "Jack" Morgan died 12 hours before it was considered...
Posted by Saralina a on Wed, 10 May 2006 06:17:00 PST

READ :: We're moving!! Details :)

Well, HELLO!! This is probably long overdue.. but, here are the details!! Who?  Santiago J. and Sara C. What?  We're moving!!! Where?  to KIRKLAND, WA and PORTLAND, OR!!! When?  Ta...
Posted by Saralina a on Tue, 02 May 2006 11:52:00 PST

Something about being young and in love....AND DISCOUNTS!!!

OK, something about being young and in love... This is a really random post -- so deal with me, please! I've loved and been in love before, I suppose.. but this is something so different.  I alwa...
Posted by Saralina a on Mon, 27 Mar 2006 06:50:00 PST

No more needles.. :(

Over the past two weeks, I've had so many shots!  Ouch.  NO MORE, THANKS! First week I decided to give blood.  First they prick your finger to test the iron in your blood (mine was suff...
Posted by Saralina a on Wed, 15 Mar 2006 06:46:00 PST