Blind Cow in Zurich

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Who has not played the game when he was little? A cloth tied around so that you re not able to see nothing and then walking around guided by a friend. How it is to be blind? Once I did not see I was totally awkward and clumsy. So what I wanted to experience again and I have it!

Months ago, I booked a table at the Blind Cow in Zurich, a restaurant in which we are led by blind or visually impaired people to his table because the room has no light. Wow sounds exciting, and that's it. The reception area is illuminated that you can choose the menu. I noticed my menu because is ordered in the dark. Bags, mobile phones and watches were locked in that the room is completely dark.

Before the black curtain opened we waited nervously for our waitress Elizabeth. When she came to pick us up we arrived in a dark room and then we went in goose step into the restaurant. It was completely dark! You can’t see anything at all. Elisabeth led us to our table and reliably recorded the order. We sat there listened to the chatter in the restaurant. It seemed a lot louder than usual in a restaurants but I think that's because you are otherwise able to focus better, so we were delivered almost helpless to the noise. As our drinks arrived I was thinking: don’t splash it all over you face Sara!

The next challenge came immediately with the starters. Oh god how many times I had an empty fork in my mouth. And as no one could see what you are doing I have nimble fingers scanned the plates to see if there is some hidden salad otherwise had no chance. The main course smelled sooo tempting but cut meat without seeing anything? Challenge accepted!  Clever as I am now time * cough * I just speared the whole piece of meat and eat it slowly. It was absolutely Yum!

Fazid:

Blind people can’t see in the dark even if it seems like that

Prepare topics for your conversation

Styling isn’t important, nobody can see you!

Trust your waitress, she knows it best

At this point I would like to thank Elizabeth for the great evening.  She has probably the sweetest voice I've heard in a while!

Kisses from Saralicious

Masoala Rainforest in Zurich

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THE MASOALA RAINFOREST AT ZURICH ZOO

Over the holidays, I took the time and went to the Masoala rainforest at the Zurich Zoo. It is a real rainforest in our cold country Switzerland. You can discover tropical plants and animals. Although I visited this place already many years ago I was still amazed of how beautiful it is. It is suitable as a visit with children as well as a couple. For those who do not know about the rain forest here are some information:

The Masoala Rainforest is the centrepiece of the zoo’s nature conservation strategy. In the Masoala Rainforest, you can find out about why the forests are disappearing as well as learn about projects with the aim of conserving the forests. The Masoala Rainforest at the zoo attracts donations providing one third of long-term funding needed to conserve the Masoala National Park. Promoting sustainable tourism also brings money to this region and provides the national park with economic benefits. Modest development schemes for neighbouring villages are also an essential part of the project supported by the Wildlife Conservation Society and Madagascar National Park Authority ANGAP. Local villages also accept responsibility and are integrated into the park scheme.

Facts and figures

Scale

Width: 90 m

Length: 120 m

Height: 30 m

Overall area: 11,000 m2

Climate

Temperature: 20 - 30°C

Humidity: approx. 80%

Rainfall: approx. 80,000 litres/day

Plants and animals

Plants and trees: approx. 17,000 (several hundred species)

Animals: approx. 430 (approx. 60 species) 

Source: www.zoo.ch | Pictures: by me

Marley has to go to the doctor

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For more than two months, Marley is our sunshine raging about with his big brother Jack. Everyday he is more outgoing. Lately I discovered a small lump on his belly. My first thought was, "No, please not again." I was totally panicked and immediately had to scour the Internet. "Umbilical hernia" was the most plausible explanation. He should be castrated anyway in a few days and the opening is very small that’s why I waited until appointment. 

After a short examination at the vet, the diagnosis was clear Marley must be operated. I was worried and didn’t want to lose him. But the doctor gave me to understand that this is a routine procedure. I was still nervous ... The operation went well and Marley doing well. For cat owners who have never heard of a hernia, here are some details:

What is an umbilical hernia?

In a so-called umbilical hernia there is an incomplete closure of the abdominal wall in the umbilical region. Depending on the size of the gap there is the urgency of surgery.

How is this treated?

If the hernial wide there is a risk that the intestine and parts slip through. This is an absolute emergency, and only immediate surgery can save the life of the animal. In many cases, the hernia sac is filled with fat and small, noticeably larger than fingertip nub at the belly button. In that case, the animal must be monitored for any change to this nub out carefully. A surgical closure can usually wait until the animal is castrated to avoid an additional burden anaesthesia.

Discuss it again with your veterinarian, who can assess the urgency of surgery after an investigation.

My Year 2012 July - September

Jul:

Our trip to Russia and Mongolia started. We planed this trip for such a long time and finally we were leaving. So we started our trip in Moscow were we stayed for a few days. After that we went to Ulan Batar (Mongolia) and it was very shocking if you see the differenz between Moskow and Ulan Batar. Then we took the train to Ulan Ude were we also stayed for just 3 days. Next stop was Irkutsk. OMG I just love Irkutsk for beeing a very open minded and beautyfull city. And of corse we had to visite Lake Baikal. WOW its just an incredibal lake with a lot of energy in it.

 

Aug: 

There was nothing special in August at all. 

Sept:

Again a trip :) This time --> Madrid. The first and second day was very cool but then I got fever! Its just the worstest thing when you are away and are sick!

I was sick for the whole month! I had a pneumonia and I can tell you that it's just hell. But I had a lot of time to think about just everthing. It was my most creativ time this year. Even if I wasn't able to do anithing I planed a lot:

- Starting P90X

- Paint some walls

- Start a Pixiwoo course next year (Wuhu October 13!!!)

So I can tell you if you are sick its not always a bad thing :)

My Year 2012 April - June

Apr:

This month wasn't good at all. I didn't feel comfortable at all. I was feeling that nobody really likes me and it made me sad... :(

May:

On the 3 May was my 25 birthday and a didn't expect anything at all! But I got the best surprise Party in the world!!!

Jun: 

We planned it for a long time and it’s finally here our two little baby cats! OMG they are just adorable. I just loved them!!

My Year 2012 Jan - Mar

Its over and it all starts again :)

What a year!!! 

So my year 2012 was pretty exciting. 

Jan:

My Boyfriend and I decided to live together. So let’s start to  search for a flat. He also got a new job he started in April. 

Feb:

Wuhu we got the best flat ever and also had to say good bye to our old flats. We moved in on 29 February. It was a stressful time because we had just a ton of stuff. 

My old flat

Mar:

Our new furnishing arrived. How exiting! It was so cool to see how the flat looks more beautiful every day. But the best about March is that me and my bf have 2 years anniversary! But not enough: we went to London actually to watch a football match but they changed the date so we just enjoyed London and went to Paris the city of Love. We had a great dinner at La Fontaine de Mars. Really good French food, just amazing. I have never been to Paris before. The Eiffel Tower is just a great building. 

The Mother of P90X

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Hey Everyone

 

The mother of P90X is back. Plyo X is a jump an high intensity training. Although I'm already in the third week of my trainings program I’m not able to make the bonus round ... It is even worse…

What is Plyo X?

Tony describes it simply: It is the X in P90X. It is extreme, intense and you will struggle. The warm-up is killing you already. But after all you will jump through the roof so go to your neighbor and apologize in advance for the noise.

The exercises are usually 30 seconds some of them are 1 minute and you have to repeat all of them. After a few times of warm up my favorite exercise begins: you take a chair (preferably a bar stool) and swings right and left leg about it. For the next minute you just think right leg, left leg – so funny.  After the first half the workout gets more intense, this was the point I had to stop in the first week. Your heart rate is very high and the sweat just flow! But keep always in mind: You can do anything for 30 seconds!

 

I wish I could say, oh Sara let it be for today. But my pride tells me: There are only 20 minutes, as well as a 5 minute cool-down so just a the quarter hour to survive! Fighting despite everything I have so far only managed 50 of 60 minutes. But you know what? It was really funny. Every week we have this challenge again.

 

breakfast

Orange

Lunch:

Spaghetti

Ham

Peas

Dinner

beef

potato

Tomatosoup

 

LEO

Leo

29.03.2012 - 13.12.2012

With you it was love at first side. What I will never forget is the first night. Suddenly I heard a rustle and startled and what I saw I could not believe: a running plastic bag including Leo. I ran after him and took off the plastic bag and immediately went back to bed. The next day my boyfriend if he was dreaming or if there was a running plastic bag. I couldn’t stop laughing.

Leo always was the one that has not give a shit about dry food, he preferred.the delicious wet food from him and his brother. He was very cuddly and loved to sleep in our bed. Sometimes on Alex chest that he could hardly breathe ... He was also very playful! A real tiger hunt. All who came to us found that Leo is a super sweet cat. He was just a pot of gold.

Unfortunately, he had been ill with 6 months! I wished him all the best  ... But it should not be. Even for doctors, it was something new, that such a small innocent animal fell ill so strong! The last time we have so spoiled Leo, hi and there a cream to lick and of course sooo much love!

I was pleased to cuddle him until the last breath. We will never forget you and carry forever in our hearts! You're such a cool guy and I think your next life will be wonderful.

I Love You

Saralicious

P90X Day 20

Hey there

I had to get up early. I mean like super super early. 05:00 in the morning is not my time I can tell you but I had to reach my flight back to Switzerland. I have done the check in already the day before so I just had to go to the Airport. At 11 o clock I finally arrived in the office directly to work.

This week is special because it’s my first recovery week **wuup wuup** It all Starts with Core Synergistics! It's like the little sister of Plyo X or Kenpo X. Not that extreme but still very intense. From the fun factor it is like Kenpo X. As soon as you start it it’s over. But you feel very good after it and just want to do it all over again! 

In London I couldn't follow the eating plan. I was feeling very tired from all this unhelthy food and was happy to eat the good stuff again. 

Kisses from saralicious

P90X Day 17 Restday

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My legs are hurting from Plyo x! I realize that there will be no workout today. I am so sad because at the weekend I will be in London. But I have to do what is the best for my body. Next week will be my recover week and then phase 2 starts right away.

What i eat

breakfast

Orange

Kiwi with yoghurt

Lunch

Veal

Potato

Tomato soup

Dinner

Prawns

Ricenoodl

Peperoni

Beans

Kenpo X Time

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Hey everyone

After my lazy weekend I'm back :). Ok I felt very guilty about my breake. Todays training is  Kenpo X, a workout that I really like! It is very intense but the clock is just running. 









This is what I eat today

Breakfast:
Orange

Lunch
Rice
broccoli
meat

Dinner:
Chicken
Salad
Yoghurt
Spice sauce with paprica


What is Kenpo Karate

According to Beachbody, Kenpo X was created to give P90X users a high-intensity cardiovascular workout packed with lots of punching and kicking combinations to improve balance, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. Tony Horton, the creator of P90X, will guide you through each exercise and instruct you how to perform each movement with precision and control.

History of Kenpo Karate

Kenpo is used as a cardiovascular self-defense workout. According to Daily Burn, kenpo karate stated with native Hawaiian Ed Parker Sr., who studied under martial arts master William Chow and Lau Bon. Parker's journey exposed him to the spectrum of martial art forms that originated in China, India, and Asia, which he combined to create Kenpo, a raw street-fighting style and the first American system of martial arts.

The Workout

The Kenpo X workout involves a warm up, 45 minutes of drills and then a cool-down. The drills include kicking, punching, some blocks, and a few combinations. Also, the workout has cardio breaks sprinkled throughout that involve doing jumping jacks and plyo jacks to keep your heart rate up throughout the routine. Kenpo X is one of the few P90X workouts that don't require exercise equipment; only your body weight is needed..

Vorteile von Kenpo X

Kenpo X is a non-stop cardiovascular workout that will increase your aerobic endurance, burn calories and promote heart health. This martial arts inspired routine will give a well rounded core workout, since you will utilize your abs to lift your legs during kicks, and twist the obliques during punches. Also, Kenpo X will increase flexibility, since this workout is one of the more athletic routines included in the P90X program.

And next?

Individuals who have performed the Kenpo X workout multiple times and would like to increase intensity could use various exercise equipment such as weight gloves or a weighted vest. Weighted gloves will increase the difficulty of each punch thrown during the workout and increase your calorie burn. A weighted vest will increase intensity during kicks, jumping jacks and plyo movements. Beginners should avoid increasing intensity until they feel that they have become proficient in their punches, kicks and combos.

P90X Day 9

Hey Everyone

It's Plyometrics time again. Last time I did only half of the training (30 min) but after one week I did 50 minutes out of 60! This workout is a really tough. You have a lot of High-intensity interval training (HIIT) witch is very effective but also very exhausting. Another Problem was that I was invited for Dinner and I was not sure if I would be able to eat the correct things. I was very lucky that I could order Sushi, healthy with a lot of protein the only negative thing is more carbs because of the rice.

What I eat totay:

Morning:
Orange

Lunch:
Potato
Fennel
Cottage Chees

Dinner
Sushi

This is what I bought for the next few days a ton of healthy stuff :)

P90X Day 4

the muscle ache is still there! because i had an appointment i didn't had a lot of time to exercise... but i have done the back ripper x. i found this very cool. you have a lot of different options. it was not that hard as the other training. 15 min then you are done is also very cool!

what i eat:

morning
bred

lunch
same as dinner yesterday

dinner

peperoni with chopped beef

P90X Day 2

hello everyone

today i had a huge challenge.I am invited for lunch today and don't want to eat unhelathy thing already on day 2. I have musel ache from yesterdays training but not as hard as i thought it would be. but from hour to hour it get worser... the training today was hard! After 30 minutes i had to stop. For me it is very difficult because i am not that disciplined but now i have to learn it!!

this is what I eat today

breackfast
200g yoghurt
1/2 mango

lunch

Salade (with dressing)

200g Fish

120g Potato

dinner

200g chicken

100g mushroom

1 Peperoni

1 broccoli

todays training is Plyometrics.

Fashionweek in Zurich

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Hey Everyone 

I had the pleasure to be a part of the Fashion Days in Zurich. I had the opportunity to go there as a VIP! So after work i had to make me ready for the night. I did a green smoky eye with a dark plum lip colour. This was matching perfectly with my green dress that I had on. I also curled my hair and put some hairspray on it. We went there at about 7 o'clock and got some drinks (do you know PIMPS Nr. 1 if not check it out it is awesome!!). Then we had a dinner with was very luxurious but after all I was very hungry! Probably they wanted to tell me I should lose weight. At 9 PM the show was starting! They hat mostly Swiss designer and I was very impressed from their work. Here a couple of pictures: 

The models very pretty but for my taste to skinny... 

What is your opinion of this? 

Kisses from Saralicious

Welcom Marley

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Dear All

We are very pleased that we have found a new mate for Jack. His name is Marley and we have. We have visited a group of four young cats. One was so cuddly that it was annoying the second was very active but it was not the right one. Another cat has hissed at me only when I looked at him. Marley was our favourite. He's really shy, but we wanted to take the opportunity to do something good. So we took Marley to us.

He has always hidden behind washer / dryer, which I found to dangerous because if something happens I would have no chance to help him. That’s why we did some stuff in front that he could no longer hid there. But he quickly found a new hiding place underneath of the sofa. The first morning I saw him in the bathroom. I stroked him gently with a toy and he began to purr. So I went slowly with my hand to him and he let my stroke him. I was so happy because the care agency sad to me that it would take very long. Wow, it was an incredible moment. Jack is already his big brother and also with Leo he has already a good relationship.

I can say that Marley is getting more courageous. I look forward to the moment when he has no fear!

Kisses from Saralicious

Poor Leo

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Hello

It is clear now that my little cat has cancer! that means he will only live for a few more weeks. I can't belive it because he is so young. He never did something wrong why is this happening to him? I feel so bad. At the moment he feels no pain but as soon as I see that he is suffering I will go directy to the veterinarian and let him fall asleep.

For me it is like my heart is broken. I don't know what to do. But I don't wanna waiste time I want to have a good time with my little baby.

Do you every had a situation like these? I  cant even imagine how teribel it is to lose a person...

Kisses from Saralicious

Favorite Swiss Men

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Hey Everyone

Every time I hear or see something about Roger Federer I feel very proud about him. He is unbelivebal successful but so modestly! That why he is so sympathy to me. To be honest I never really watched his matches in the past but I always read about his successes this has changed this year. I really enjoy watch the games live but if they running longer than 2 hours I have to change the program. This week I headed in the radio that he invites the ball boys to eat pizza with him. How cool is that? He also mentioned how much he appreciates the work of this young people. He is such a sweety.

What was very special to me was when I was in Australia people know Roger Federer. They told me that they get up at 3 o’clock in the morning to watch him play. But the most impressing thing is that he is still himself!

Kisses from Saralicious

New Blog

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Hey everyone

I know there are thousands of Blogs out there but what I want to do is connect with you on different topics.

One is definitly my P90X story. Stay tuned when I have to bring it. Second is beauty I'm a little princess I'm sorry :P another big passion is cooking some fresh an healthy food. And lastly I want to share with you guys some travel tipps and activities.

Hope you like it! Kisses from Saralicious