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VS Angels lip sync 24K Magic by Bruno Mars

While I'm still collecting my first impressions and photos from Victoria's secret fashion show 2016, here are Angels lip sync 24K Magic by Bruno Mars.

I think videos were so much better when they used videos/clips from actual fashion shows...

Don't forget to watch the show next week and stay tuned for all of my posts! I will post segment by segment, my review of the show etc.

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Show must go on

Today is 25 years since we've lost a frontman of legendary band Queen Freddie Mercury. I was a baby when it happened but their music has been a big part of my life and I'm always saying I feel sad that I've never had a chance to hear him live. 

Yes, show had to go on but I think it's quite something that after all these years many of us still enjoys his vocal, his music, etc. I'm happy that memories of electrifying entertainer live on. We miss you Freddie!

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The Young Pope (TV Series 2016)

Have you seen new tv series The Young Pope?

If not I think you definitelly should because it's amazing! Tv show just ended with first season that had 10 episodes.

Jude Law stars as Pope Pius XIII (born Lenny Belardo), the newly elected Pope. Nobody knows how did he win and at first you don't have a clue what Pope is really like and what will this tv show be about... but by the third episode you are hooked. It's soooo good... extravagant, original, provocative, interesting and enjoyable. I didn't expected that for sure!

Jude portrayal is amazing and supporting cast is brilliant as well.

The plot, the writing and the cinematography are beyond good. And the music in the show is great (especially this one and the one in intro). Oooh, did I mentioned I love the intro of the show! Trailer below! Watch it! 5-/5

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Happy Birthday - Leonardo DiCaprio (42)

Happy Birthday to one of my favourite actors Leonardo DiCaprio!

I won't repeat myself how much I love his movies so I will just wish him a happy 42th birthday and encourage you to watch his documentary Before the Flood - clik HERE.

Plus is Friday! Time to party (means I'm in front of couch with my love watching a good movie/tv series!) ;)

Have a nice weekend and cheers! 

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Movie review - Money Monster (2016)

Money Monster (2016) / thriller, drama

Directed by Jodie Foster
Produced by Lara Alameddine, George Clooney, Daniel Dubiecki, Grant Heslov
Screenplay by Alan Di Fiore, Jim Kouf, Jamie Linden
Story by Alan Di Fiore, Jim Kouf
Starring: George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Jack O'Connell, Dominic West, Caitriona Balfe, Giancarlo Esposito
Trailer: click.

Decent thriller.

Solid film with an interesting premise. It's well acted, tense but it loses steam. I feel there is something unconvincing about it, story gets predictable, it lacks any depth and it could be better if it would be more fast-paced. If you watch it fine, if not also fine. 3/5

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Movie review - Bad Moms (2016)

Bad Moms (2016) / comedy

Directed by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore
Produced by Bill Block, Suzanne Todd
Written by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore
Starring: Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn, Annie Mumolo, Jay Hernandez, Jada Pinkett Smith, Christina Applegate
Trailer: click.

Enjoyable fun flick!

This is a very nice comedy that I had fun watching. Yes, it's typically cliché hollywood (only this time moms are in charge) but I like the concept and execution is also good. Maybe some rauchy jokes and things are over exaggerated and a bit too much for people who are sensitive and don't like that kind of humor. But I liked it. It's light, funny, cool cast. And despite fails I found that there is also something real about it. Really entertaining and perfect for the end of the weekend. I would even say it's one of the best comedies this year. 4-/5

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Happy Birthday - Gordon Ramsay (50)

Happy 50th Birthday to Gordon Ramsay!

You probably know I'm his fan so I was super happy book Gordon Ramsay's Ultimate Home Cooking that I ordered finally arrived. Yeeey! Can't wait to try some recipes.

Wishing Gordon health, love, laughter, time with people he loves and to new fun projects. Hope he visits Slovenia one day! All the best! Cheers!

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Movie review - Doctor Strange (2016)

Doctor Strange (2016) / superhero film, action

Directed by Scott Derrickson
Produced by Kevin Feige
Written by Jon Spaihts, Scott Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill
Based on Doctor Strange by Stan Lee, Steve Ditko
Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Michael Stuhlbarg, Benjamin Bratt, Scott Adkins, Mads Mikkelsen, Tilda Swinton
Trailer: click.

Marvel does it again!  Visually stunning with great cast!

I've been wating for this film for so long and just before I went to see it, I wasn't sure what to expect. Let me tell you, I'm excited and can't wait to watch it again.

There are many things I like in the film but  to stress the two: crazy awesome kaleidoscopic visuals, and the time manipulation sequences. Mind-blowing! The second is the cast. Benedict is great and Mads, Tilda and others as well. Then we have really good action (refreshing to see no guns), costumes, make up, cinematography. IT expand your mind but it's a fun ride. And I love villain this time is not stereotypical. I will say movie lacks characterization, story could be better and there are some jokes which could be skipped. But yes, I get it, it's Marvel. Still smart enough and in some ways it feels fresh. Entertaining! A must see! 4/5

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My first half marathon and hallux valgus deformity update

Hi guys.

Last week I ran my first half marathon at Ljubljanski marathon. Yey! Five years ago I ran the 10K, then continued with running (max was always 10K) and later quite stopped because of the feet pain caused by hallux valgus/bunion deformity combined with lack of motivation.

So I decided to do an update. And just to let you know, this is not a 'pretty pictures' post.

Hallux valgus/bunion deformity is supposedly common amongst women but besides my mom I don't know anyone else struggling with this condition. And let me tell you: it is frustrating! I want to talk with others who have it and ask them about what they do to make it better. So if you're reading this and have it... feel free to comment and share your experience

For those who don't know hallux valgus/bunion is a forefoot deformity of the joint connecting the big toe to the foot and is known as a hallux abducto valgus among medical professionals. Bunions occur when pressure is applied to the side of the big toe (hallux) forcing it inwards towards, and sometimes under or over, the other toes (angulation). As pressure is applied, the tissues surrounding the joint may become swollen and tender.

What causes it? Well there is more factors but the main are: genetics (my case) and tight-fitting shoes with pointed toes.

Of course one option is surgery but orthopaedist have different opinions about this (some recommended it and claim it's inevitable, some say the feet are never the same again, etc). I'm not happy about that idea (my mom had operation on both feet) and try to do my best to escape it. Nevertheless I plan to arrange an appointment with orthopaedist in the future and just get his opinion.

Prevention.
I still wear bunion spacers daily and bunion sleeves when I'm at home (of course with socks on). It doesn't look fun or nice but it really helps. I also wear shoes that have enought space and try to avoid uncomfortable ones.

 

Logically when I run I put a lot of pressure on my feet. This is one of the blisters I got during running. It doesn't look big but it's in an unfortune place and so annoying. But it can get better!

Pictures above were taken this May. Since then regular running has helped me to get my feet more firm and less blistery.

Another thing I do regularly is massaging my feet (ok I confess, luckily I have some help from my love:)). Here is the deal. The left 'bone' hurts more but I don't mind harder squeezes and it's actually very flexible. The right one however is very sensitive but in the last 6 months the mobility truly improved because of the massages.

I also do some exercises. You can see them online: click (I do this one at 0:45), click (scrunchie rules) and click.

One of the best things is also to walking barefoot. I love summers when we go on seaside. My feets get so much better at that time. Salt and sea are awesome.

I hope you find some information useful. If you have any tips feel free to write them in a comment below.
And don't forget to follow your goals! You can do it! Find a way and don't give up!

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Hello Arya calendar 2016-2017

Hello November! Let me introduce you to my new calendar/notebook for year 2016-2017!

For 10th year in the row I bought Cosmo magazine with calender in it and make it my own. This year the theme was coloring and it looked quite nice but I only left a few original pages because I don't believe I will have time to colour them. I have a colouring book The Mindfulness Colouring Book and only color time to time. Of course most pages are filled with commercials that of course I had to cover.

No, it can't stay Cosmo calendar ;) Last year was fab and this year's it's amazing ;)

Pages on the inside are coverd with things that inspires me and I realte to. From quotes, movies, traveling, nature, sports, etc.

Autumn got especially good treatment because I love it so much.

Like always I adjust photos based on seasons, holidays...

... or when some movies, tv series are coming out.

Summer is more about freedom, bright colours, seaside...

But the are also some pages that stayed the same.

And a little sneak peek in pages where there are only small pictures.

Even though it takes me quite some time to do it, it's worth it! It makes me joy for the whole year!

Interested in my old notebook calenders? You can check them: 15-16, 14-15, 13-14, 12-13, 11-12 and 10-11.

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Get ready for VSFS 2016!

I've been wondering when something about this year's Victoria's secret fashion show will be announced and this week they finally did it! The world’s most famous runway show heads to the Paris for the first time ever! Filming is on November 30th, airing on December 5th.

The show will have 6 segments: The Road Ahead, Secret Angel, Mountain Romance, Pink nation, Dark Angel and Bright Night Angel.

Of course one of the biggest questions was also who will be wearing the Fantasy Bra. My guess was Sara Sampaio or Jasmine Tookes. What can I say? I was right! Jasmine Tookes will wear it. Well deserved!

And her she is in the FB. She is so beautiful but this is not the best shot.

Models confirmed to walk in the show include Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Lily Aldridge, Elsa Hosk, Jasmine Tookes, Josephine Skriver, Lais Ribeiro, Martha Hunt, Romee Strijd, Sara Sampaio, Stella Maxwell, Taylor Hill, Izabel Goulart, Bridget Malcolm, Ming Xi, Sanne Vloet, Kelly Gale, Valery Kaufman and Sui He.

For me VSFS is losing interest for a few years now and since Bee (Behati Prinsloo) and Candice (Candice Swanepoel ) will also be missing (they both just had babies) I'm not that excited. On the postitive: Paris sounds good and I'm happy some girls, e.g. Bridget Malcom will return! We'll see!

What are your first impressions?

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Movie review - Captain Fantastic (2016)

Captain Fantastic (2016) / drama, comedy

Directed by Matt Ross
Produced by Monica Levinson, Jamie Patricof, Shivani Rawat, Lynette Howell Taylor
Written by Matt Ross
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Frank Langella, Kathryn Hahn, Steve Zahn
Trailer: click.

Fantastic film!

I'm quite critical when it comes to modern society, the way most of us live and how kids are raised these days so this film was really appealing to me. It offers thought-provoking themes and raises many questions. Cast is marvelous, especially Viggo. Also good storytelling and cinematography but what I like the most is that the movie doesn't show how one should or should not live. There is no 100% right way how to live. It's clever, heartfelt, well written and interesting. There is no such thing as normal. A must see! 4/5

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Movie review - Nerve

Nerve (2016) / thriller

Directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman
Produced by Allison Shearmur
Screenplay by Jessica Sharzer
Based on Nerve by Jeanne Ryan
Starring: Emma Roberts, Dave Franco, Juliette Lewis, Emily Meade, Miles Heizer, Kimiko Glenn
Trailer: click.

Watchable teen thriller!

The film current (like social media or Pokemon Go), fast paced, real enough and interesting to watch. The concept of the movie is good but execution could be better. For me it's a wasted potential. Just too predictable on so many levels (from characters to storyline). Nevertheless it's still watchable with stylish neon feel to it and solid performances by Emma Roberts and Dave Franco. Do you dare to watch? 3-/5

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Movie review - Mechanic: Resurrection (2016)

Mechanic: Resurrection (2016) / action

Directed by Dennis Gansel
Produced by John Thompson, Robert Earl, David Winkler, William Chartoff
Written by Philip Shelby and Tony Mosher
Story by Brian Pittman and Philip Shelby
Based on Charactersby Lewis John Carlino, Richard Wenk
Starring: Jason Statham, Jessica Alba, Tommy Lee Jones, Michelle Yeoh, Sam Hazeldine, Rhatha Phongam, Natalie Burn
Trailer: click.

Poor unnecessary sequel.

It's one of those seen it before (at least a hundred times) action clichés with cheesy story, lousy CGI effects, poor acting and no point whatsoever. On a good side. Jason Statham and Jessica Alba are usually a pleasure to watch even if they are not doing their best and I did like two action 'tricks' in the film I haven't seen before. And locations look great! Otherwise a waste of time. 2/5