Review of Cute Candy Food

Hello everyone (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧

It's been awhile (a month) since I've posted here with you guys, and a lot has happened. I've had some recent ideas for individual blog posts, but then I got an idea to do a nice combined one for you instead ^_^


Valentine's Day

I'm going to start with the gifts Rob got me for our 11th Valentine's Day together - he found a pink Hello Kitty which has hearts right in her fur!  And he also got me a pre-Easter one as well, since it's undeniably cute that she's holding a egg-shaped bunny.

You can see pretty well my whole collection at @hello_sweet_kitty

My Birthday

So as you know, I celebrated my 31st birthday on Monday, February 25th (I'm a sun Pisces) and Rob surprised me with a really cool Stranger Things bag. One of my work pals showed me photos of this cute bag because she knows I am obsessed with this show. So then I dragged Rob to EB Games to show him the bag, only to come away disappointed by the higher price. Then, a couple weeks later, he presented it to me as a birthday gift! 

If you are curious, at first glance it's "all the characters", but upon closer inspection, you can see it's a variety of Eleven's different looks. The ones from Hawkin's Lab when she's got her head shaved and lab equipment attached to her. There is the famous blonde wig look - including later without the wig when she's caught stealing Eggos. Then there is the "farm girl" look when she first meets her long-lost sister, followed by the cooler "Bitchin'" look they give her. And last but not least, the Snow Ball Dance look, when she dances with Mike - so romantic! 

A Busy Month

As you can see by the picture below, February has been a pretty busy month! 

This is one of four calendars available on my Etsy Shop - Now only 99 cents CAD

I was doing everything from attending tax workshops at RDC and practicing pictures for Art Battle, to painting an Adirondack chair for a fundraising event for Red Deer's own CentreFest, and attempting to create two characters for Nuit Blanche (sadly, they were not able to make it). 

Art Battle February 26, 2019

part of the Adirondack chair project (2019)

Paul the Polar Bear (Polly the Penguin not pictured). Designed for Nuit Blanche.

Miniature painting I created while practicing for Art Battle. I used acrylics, with small brushes on a "velvety" black plastic piece, about 4 inches by 1.75 inches.

Cute Candy Food Review

I bet by now, you were thinking the title was some sort of click bait… haha I didn't troll you. I really AM reviewing some cute candy burgers and hot dogs.  Rob & I went on a date this month to Heritage Lanes bowling alley, which has a pretty cool arcade! 

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So we played some games and earned some tickets, and had enough to get these 2 widdle (little) hot dogs and 2 widdle burgers - *SQUUEEEE*

My husband asked if they were even edible - after all, they do sort of look like erasers. They seem to be called efrutti as a brand name. I've never seen that confectionary brand before, but it's pretty decent.  On a personal level, I'm not a huge fan of chewy candies (I prefer chocolates, or suckable things on sticks like lollipops, though I am partial to sour keys).  So my review of these is objective.

I opened one of the hotdogs - right away, the "wiener" came out of the bun. I'm not sure if it was designed to be taken apart, but I actually liked that. It made it fun. The "bun" felt very soft & smooth, which was nice. It also had a pleasant fragrance. I didn't eat the bun, but did eat the wiener part and found it too chewy for my taste.  Though it did taste okay.  I think for those who are fans of chewy candies, these would be a real treat! 

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Kawaii Fridge Magnets for Sale

And these popular, funny, cute and downright silly magnets are for sale again. In the past, both on Etsy and at The Market here in Red Deer, I've sold them individually for $2 each.

Then, around Christmas this last year, I was selling the five-packs for $5 each (making each magnet 50% off). 

Now, I have a few packs left and they are going for $2/pack!! That's over half price! 

All 5 magnets - designed and crafted by me - are for you, for only $2 CAD.  This deal isn't currently on Etsy, but we can meet in person if you live in Red Deer and I'll give them to you that way, OR if you're not in Red Deer, email me your mailing address and you can eTransfer me at darylannderoche@gmail.com  

They make great gifts, workplace or school locker decorations, or just fun magnets for your fridge at home. Who doesn't love a little giggle to brighten their day? 

Thank you everyone for being here with me today!

xoxo, Daryl J. 

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Christmas Stocking of Kawaii Cuteness

Wow, it's apparently been a loooong while since I've posted here 
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The last time was around Halloween - my second-favorite season, trumped by Christmas! And speaking of Christmas, that's what I'm here to write about today - some of the amazing stocking stuffers from my awesome hubby-bubby Rob ♥‿♥


So I'll start with photos and follow with the story:

In order from top:

When I was a little girl (about grade 6), I had one of the uber-popular Tamagotchi toys. I took care of that thing like there was no tomorrow, right down to waking up late-night or early morning when the thing beeped. I snuck it to school but when a teacher took it - later giving it back with a promise from me not to bring it to school - the poor thing died. And those late 90s/early 00s models didn't have the reset capability that today's models have. I was devastated at the time, and though still intrigued with the idea of "raising" another one, I didn't bother for a long time. 

Anyway, during a 2018 trip to Sunrise Records here in Bower Mall, I saw some on display and turned into a total fangirl! So Rob surprised me by putting a pink one in my stocking. I've since played with it and it died - the one above is a duplicate because I lent the original gift to a good friend, who in turn misplaced it and so I went to replace it recently at the Toys R Us in Bower (these buggers are still insanely popular and sell out quick)! Below is a video of me grieving for the original one [Rob got me for Christmas] during a family trip to Cancun:

And the following photos [above] are of some of those awesome cookies from Second Cup - a confectionary brand called A Couple of Squares - these particular sugar cookies in Christmas themes, such as a candy cane & hot chocolate, as well as a toque and mitt (so Canadian)! I adore these cookies mainly for their kawaii aesthetic and long shelf life. It's incredible that they're all hand-made! 





And speaking of...

…the recent trip to Cancun, see this post on the Zoo'd Animal Hybrid Friends, to read about this cute bag's adventures: https://zoodanimalfriends.blogspot.com/2019/02/my-bag-went-to-cancun.html

This just in - 2019 is already 1/12th over. Therefore, the calendars I've made for your enjoyment, are Now on clearance: 

Kawaii one: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/561981932/now-only-199-printable-calendar?ref=shop_home_feat_3

Zoo'd Animal Hybrid Friends: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/647446398/now-only-199-printable-2019-calendar?ref=shop_home_feat_1

Support the growing Zoo'd Animal Hybrid Friends on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/helpakawaiiartist


Thank you! (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧

Taurus Horoscope

Hi Taurus friends! Sorry this post is so belated - there were a few personal factors and all I can say is, thank you for the patience, and I'm terribly embarrassed! 

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Taurus (April 20-May 20) – You tend to be an enigma to a lot of people, because people born between these dates tend to be an embodiment of both quiet/intellectual and outgoing/physical. It really just depends on some factors, such as: Who you’re with, how tired you are (or your mood in general), and where you are (party vs. work). So you could just as easily kill it at soccer as you could finish a good book in one day.

Many people who know you, find this combination of brain and body to be quite alluring. That is paired with your naturally strong features and intense eyes, which naturally inspire trust and attraction in others. To top that off, you have an impeccable sense of style (like the 70s singer Cher) and are always on fleek. You’ve always been great with numbers (you’d make a great banker!) so you are a naturally hard worker because you want to save. So your high-fashion outfits are often bought in thrift shops or even made with your own creativity.

In addition to being great with knowing how to earn and save your money, you are also every boss’ dream employee. You’re a fast learner, patient & tolerant, willing to work long hours and rarely call to take time off. It’s not surprising to see your face in every ‘Employee of The Month’ picture ^_^

As a friend, Taurus persons are reliable and honest, and comfortable enough with emotions that you can be an excellent shoulder to cry on when needed. You have the immense patience to sit on the phone and listen to a troubled friend. As a lover, you are incredibly loyal and romantic, as well as very erotic and sensual – one of the true masters of seduction.

Best sign compatibility: Sensual people like Pisces, Virgo, other Taurus and Capricorn.

Celebs who share your sign: Cher, Penelope Cruz, Enrique Iglesias, George Lucas.

Colors associated with you: Deep shades, such as brown and very deep blue.

Best idea for a pet: A loyal cat or small dog, preferably soft and fluffy.

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You can get some cute printable wall art from Etsy here:

Now available - kawaii birthday cards, based on your sign! Only $1 CAD - comment to order!

Or, you could also get a super cute tee from RedBubble here:

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Which Zoo'd Character Shares Your Sign?

It's Pandaroo!

And again, thank you so much for your patience!

xoxo, Daryl J.