OM BONUS GIVEAWAY CLUE: Where in the world was tee? Clue #10: The Compliment.

So this past week, there were so many amazing OM: One Moments... Truth be told, at first I wanted to just blog off the whole week as my single OM. Then this happened...

A couple days into my self-designed relaxation rejuvenating retreat, complete with rediscovering my love for photography, I received such an awesome unexpected compliment!

See, I attended a daily class every morning Tuesday to Friday last week. If you haven't yet guessed what type of classes, you may want to check out the last couple clues, as I'm hoping it's become obvious. After each class I'd roam in and out of the barn, the grounds and neighbouring spa to take pictures of anything and everything that took my eyes' fancy.

Turns out one of my instructors was quite impressed and emailed me with the subject line "Bring camera?" This is what it said...

Hey there, thinking of you.

Wondering if you might be interested in taking a few pictures in the spa tomorrow? If so, after class, come over to the spa and speak with Jodi. We just need a few architectural shots of the rooms, to send to our owner.

We can comp your class tomorrow too.

Would just need to email pics to Sarah tomorrow sometime.

Thanks for considering.

Peace,
Kristin

I hadn't even realized she'd seen any of my photos, until I remembered mentioning my lil where in the world am I game with my dear friends. Turns out Kristen had checked my blog out, and was impressed!

And here I thought I was just being annoying amateur paparazzi with my camera. In fact, frankly, I hadn't really picked up my darling D80 in quite sometime... I'd taken a LOT of photos during my much longer sojourn in France as an au pair.

Turns out all I needed was a little break, and once the inspiration came trickling it soon became a full on rapid and plentiful stream... Who knew? I'm certainly not a pro, I leave that to my amazingly talented photographer friends. You know who you are ;) However, I most certainly was flattered to be asked for copies of my pics... So here is what I ended up emailing Sarah...

A couple you've seen already...

Plus shots inside "the barn." The second a happy-accident silhouette shot of the lovely Kristen, my instructor for my first two classes...

Honestly, sadly, I didn't get a chance to capture the entire spa, my favourite room to be exact which was the room that made me feel like a Beautiful Warrior 75 minutes later. Then again, I think no picture's required to remember how amazing that spa treatment was! Thank you again Eileen :)

I know, I know what you're thinking how do these shots possibly help me? I could have been at any one of a zillion spa getaways last week... But trust me only one was as charyming as this one ;) In fact, a special thank you to everyone, Kristin, Maureen, Vicki, Jodi, Amber, Sarah and co. for all being so delightful!

Absolute final clue tomorrow... Bonne chance mes amis!

xo,

tee.

PS - Once more (Om!) a special thanks to À la mode Stuff for creating the One Moment online meet-up. Want to learn more? Click below for more info!

GIVEAWAY: Where in the world was tee? Clue #9

So some of you know, but perhaps many of you don't know that many things inspired this lil' petit sojourn or relaxation and re-energizing....

One of the major ones being, a lil' bit of exciting news concerning lil miss tee and an exciting new opportunity managing marketing 'n communications involving a lil' architectural studio with BIG talent. That's right folks, today I start a new job!

So before I *big smile* walk to my new office.... As promised Clue#9 of my silly little guess where I was giveaway...

Not exactly the most perfectly sculpted downward dog, but after all I'm still a beginner, even after last week...

And no dear Ontarian friends, where I would sit and relax to soak up the sun is not referred to as a "Muskoka Chair..."

Yikes (30 minutes to 9) I gotta run, I mean walk ;)

However, how about one last shot from what quickly became my favourite antique shop in the quaint lil town I spent most of my time in...

Happy Monday!

It's good to be home...

xo,

tee.

GIVEAWAY Update: Final Clues #9 and #10 to come soon.

In the meantime, as I soak up the last little bit of sun and beautiful blue skies, and prepare to end my short sojourn :,( Keep those guesses coming! Via email, tweet, facebook, text or courier pigeon... You name it! Remember guess as often as you wish, the last guess you make is simply considered your final answer!

I have the special pasalubong prize in my luggage already :D

Bonne chance mes amis !

xo,

tee.

PS - Watch out for random tweet slip-up clues, I've had one already today!

GIVEAWAY: Where in the world is tee? Infinite Clue#8

Today, Clue#8 is just photos, again by yours truly taken aujourd'hui (except perhaps the ones of me) Tee-hee, self portraits are tough!

Feeling like a bad ass beautiful warrior after today ;)

Looking forward to hearing your latest guesses!

xo,

tee.

GIVEAWAY: Where in the world is tee? Lucky Clue#7

It seemed only appropriate to include the photo above of lucky 7 of from last night's restaurant. Love this clever idea for table markers! Had I not been such a little miss piggy tee last night, I likely would have also managed to capture a shot of my pizza Margherita, complete with Mozzarella di Bufala... Mmm!

Fear not, today I capture a many photos that will hopefully reveal more of at least what I've been up to and where (interior wise) these past two days.

Now onto the pics...


Photo 1: Above, a detail shot of one of my purchases (to support the local economy of course!), and use as my daily "uniform" this week.


Photo 2: Above, post "morning routine." I was thankful that today we had lil baby bowls to place the soothing oils. Yesterday I accidentally poured a bit too much in my hand... Oops! Pas probleme, my feet didn't mind, they benefited!


Photo 3: Above, one of my favourite corners of the "barn."

Okay, so the next few shots I blame (or credit? You be the judge!) on my years of marketing architecture/design firms for being drawn to photograph such thoughtful design details.


Photos 4, 5 and 6: Above, I spy delicately beautiful design.

Today's "morning routine" was followed by the "beautiful bliss" I mentioned yesterday:


Photo 7: Above, the shot of the identical chair across from me as I was pampered in style by the kind and oh so accommodating A.


Photo 8: Above, the fresh milk, honey and cardamom bath my feet got to taste.

Did I mention my feet and legs savoured on a dark brown sugar, clove and honey dessert that followed, plus a post-clay treatment, wrapped like mummies in steamy hot towels (while my eyes were treated to a heated herbal pillow no less) before my pedicure?

Originally unsure if I'd indulge in a manicure complete with a massage with Ayurvedic oils too.... A little voice inside of me screamed, "Go on, spoil yourself, just this once..." Could it have been you, luckypenny, telepathically? ;)


Photo 9: Above, a playful shot of the end result of my super soft left hand. It's not easy taking pampered photos of yourself! Less dramatic than the Japanese Rose, I loved the subtle sweet and shimmery shade of pink Sugar Daddy looked on my fingers tips.

One final thought, as I lay soaking in a hot lavender-infused French kiss bath tonight, I wondered, can one over-pamper oneself? With my mini getaway approaching it's second-half mark I say "Absolutely not!" 0;D

I have many more shots but I'm sleepy. I will end bidding you sweet sweet dreams, as tasty as these delicious strawberries I had for dessert tonight...


xo,
tee.

PS - Just one lil request, specifically to my immediate pamilya. Please refrain from publicly guessing from now on, instead please shoot me an email. In an effort to be fair, I shall mimic the standard contest rules...

"Members of A Cuppa Tea, its contest sponsor, advertising and promotional agencies and their respective affiliates and associates and such employees' immediate family members and persons with whom such members/employees are domiciled are excluded from this contest."

Besides if you fall under the above descrip, you likely have an unfair advantage ;) Pasensya na lang, hindi ka (po) pwedeng manalo. Thanks for understanding! xo.

GIVEAWAY: Where in the world is tee? Clue#6

Clue #6 consists of multiple photographs, nine to be exact, by yours truly...

Photo 1: Above, items specially awaiting me in the salle de bain where I'm staying. At first I didn't think I was a fan of the shampoo and conditioner, except for their mint awakening qualities, yet I must admit afterwards my hair never felt so soft when left to air-dry before.

As you may recall from Clue #1 when I first announced the Where in the world is tee? GIVEAWAY I posted a photograph. What I didn't mention, but you likely guessed, is it's an entrance way. A shot lovingly borrowed, like Clue#2 (first image) and Clue #4, from the website of where I am spending most of my days. Photo 2: Above is my Clue #1 shot.

I was so pleased, yet not that entirely surprised to discover that it in fact looks exactly as their website appears, if not even more tranquil.

Photo 3: Above is a shot of the "rear" of the same building.

Photos 4 and 5: Above, shots of the surrounding property. The first, my view as I lay outside in the sun, eyes closed for the most part, iPod playing a special mix from Sweet Pea Sis for my getaway, appreciating the present. The second, a chair I caught shyly smiling at me. Perhaps tomorrow I'll take seat with him.

Photo 6: Above, tea kindly served to me as I contemplated what indulgences I would surrender to tomorrow and the rest of the week.

Photo 7: Above, the gorgeous wood floor of the shop I stumbled upon, where I think I may purchase the pasalubong prize! I know, I know, it's only a shot of the floor... But isn't it a colourful one?

Photo 8: Above, my lunch. After the relatively early and active morning I had (in comparison to my usual freelance schedule), I did my best to keep healthy. Gargonzola cheese is healthy right? ;)

Photo 9: Above, finally, of course, had to stop and smell flowers after lunch :)

While I don't mind if tomorrow takes its time in coming... I very much look forward to a more "gentle" yet still early start to the day, followed by "beautiful "bliss."

Here's hoping today's clue helped. Remember to keep those guesses coming. You're welcome to guess/comment as often as you wish, simply note that your last post will be considered your final answer ;)

xo,

tee.