So its been 3 weeks since the 'relocation'. The air does feel fresher, but good golly, the commute is a freakin beeyotch!
Seriously thinkin about selling the place come the new year. lol~
We'll see how it goes.
Shanghai, Hong Kong and Seattle in the next month!
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Monday, October 17, 2011
Kokomo
KK - day one
I hate older asian people.. I shouldn't be such a hater cuz one day, not too long from now, I will be like them. It's not all that bad, I mean, the whole hunched over, chubby cheeks, perm gone wrong is a good look. And yes, as an older Asian, it is my God given right to be able to roam and cut lines whenever, wherever my heart desires.
Anyhoo, as a rule of thumb to being a tourist in SE Asia, you're gonna get ripped off-- but hey, it's still cheaper vs from where you came from and dude, you're on vacation, so just go with the flow!
The following is a true story:
Me: (looking at postcards)
Asian lady: how much?
Me: huh?
AL: how much for postcard?
Me: the sign says 1RM
AL: you speak Chinese?
Me: yes, I do...
AL: me too!
Yah, sorry to burst your bubble Asian lady, but so do a billion other people. We ain't that special..
KK - day deux
"if you want BBQ, you find Langka"
That's pretty much all I needed to know for my snorkeling excursion. And I must say, that BBQ was delish!
Being the doofus that I am, the need to reapply sunblock never entered my mind, so after a good 6 hours looking at pretty little fishes, my new nickname can be 'lobster back'.
KK - day III
Goodbye city life, allo Nexus!
The security guards seriously need to quit their day jobs. There's a shuttle bus at the local mall that goes to the Nexus and the waiting area was conveniently next to the security guards' post. "wait here! bus come soon!" So I waited and waited and waited.. I knew the shuttle came every 2 hours, but none of the buses had any signs. Then the shift changed and this youngin took over. With very limited Engrish, he simply said 'i don't know'. I went in the mall and asked the nice ladies at the tour counter and they said 'oh, you missed it!' Yah, no shit... The fact was, the shuttle wasn't really a shuttle bus, it was a one of those huge tour buses that I actually saw when that first security guard was around. Yah, thanks for your help -- not!
But its all good cuz I indulged in a lil Kenny Rogers till the next bus. Yum!
KK - day four
Due to scheduling changes, I had to make 2 separate bookings at the Nexus. One for 1 night and the other for 3 nights (my original schedule). When I checked in the previous day, the receptionist said I had to check out and then check in again the next day. I thought it was bull shit, but whatever, I went with the flow.
So after packing up all my belongings, I checked out -- only to be checked in in the same room again. Ha~
KK - day 5
My last full day before heading back to the 'pei. Reality is sinking in and thoughts of work, renovation and work again is seeping into my 'still trying to be in vacation mode' brain. Ack~
I'ma spend the rest of the day in the sun. ^^
I hate older asian people.. I shouldn't be such a hater cuz one day, not too long from now, I will be like them. It's not all that bad, I mean, the whole hunched over, chubby cheeks, perm gone wrong is a good look. And yes, as an older Asian, it is my God given right to be able to roam and cut lines whenever, wherever my heart desires.
Anyhoo, as a rule of thumb to being a tourist in SE Asia, you're gonna get ripped off-- but hey, it's still cheaper vs from where you came from and dude, you're on vacation, so just go with the flow!
The following is a true story:
Me: (looking at postcards)
Asian lady: how much?
Me: huh?
AL: how much for postcard?
Me: the sign says 1RM
AL: you speak Chinese?
Me: yes, I do...
AL: me too!
Yah, sorry to burst your bubble Asian lady, but so do a billion other people. We ain't that special..
KK - day deux
"if you want BBQ, you find Langka"
That's pretty much all I needed to know for my snorkeling excursion. And I must say, that BBQ was delish!
Being the doofus that I am, the need to reapply sunblock never entered my mind, so after a good 6 hours looking at pretty little fishes, my new nickname can be 'lobster back'.
KK - day III
Goodbye city life, allo Nexus!
The security guards seriously need to quit their day jobs. There's a shuttle bus at the local mall that goes to the Nexus and the waiting area was conveniently next to the security guards' post. "wait here! bus come soon!" So I waited and waited and waited.. I knew the shuttle came every 2 hours, but none of the buses had any signs. Then the shift changed and this youngin took over. With very limited Engrish, he simply said 'i don't know'. I went in the mall and asked the nice ladies at the tour counter and they said 'oh, you missed it!' Yah, no shit... The fact was, the shuttle wasn't really a shuttle bus, it was a one of those huge tour buses that I actually saw when that first security guard was around. Yah, thanks for your help -- not!
But its all good cuz I indulged in a lil Kenny Rogers till the next bus. Yum!
KK - day four
Due to scheduling changes, I had to make 2 separate bookings at the Nexus. One for 1 night and the other for 3 nights (my original schedule). When I checked in the previous day, the receptionist said I had to check out and then check in again the next day. I thought it was bull shit, but whatever, I went with the flow.
So after packing up all my belongings, I checked out -- only to be checked in in the same room again. Ha~
KK - day 5
My last full day before heading back to the 'pei. Reality is sinking in and thoughts of work, renovation and work again is seeping into my 'still trying to be in vacation mode' brain. Ack~
I'ma spend the rest of the day in the sun. ^^
Sunday, October 09, 2011
Que Sera Sera
I gotta say, who ever invented cream cheese is pure genius!
Its a long weekend here in the motherland -- 100 years old Taiwan! and I'm chillin at a new spot somewhere uptown, downtown, motown with a cup of hazelnut latte, bagel + cream cheese and booty music to drown out the white noise.
The pressure is on to make this post entertaining as my compadre across the South China Sea is working hard and needs a good bathroom read when the time comes. I must point out that its taking all my will power to not get distracted and hit the play button as Greys Anatomy season 8, episodes 1-4 + Modern Family season 3, episodes 1-3 have been downloaded. Yes, G trumps GA and MF.
I turned the big 3-0 couple weekends ago. I'm not a big fan of celebrating one's own bday, so to me, it was like any other day. I do want to thank my coworkers at the lovely cancer sticks company for taking me out for dinner as this was the first time I celebrated my bday with work folks and for that I salute them.
In a pretty successful effort to 'be young', me, G and Liz got semi intoxicated the weekend after -- on a Sunday no less! Sure, Liz had to bail out early, but judging by the number of shot glasses G conveniently stashed in her purse, we did ok.
Renovations at the new place is coming along, but I'm getting a bit annoyed as the renovator wants to put in more shelf space against my dismay b/c I will feel the need to put things on the shelves and the place will look cluttered. Ack~ Less is more!!
Work is work. The project that I've working on has officially launched. I don't know if you can admit that you're tired to the people you work with as it might seem like you're not pulling your own weight, but good golly, I am freakin tired! Tired of all the corporate horseshit, tired of people delegating their responsibilities onto others, tired of people that don't do shit, but still get a pat on the back, tired of that one person that keeps pissing on the toilet seat without cleaning up after herself -- seriously!!! I normally keep it all in, but on my off days, my 'fuck all y'alls' face sticks out like a sore thumb.
But not to fret, cuz in a weeks a time, I'll be here:
And now, I'ma hit that play button. =T
Its a long weekend here in the motherland -- 100 years old Taiwan! and I'm chillin at a new spot somewhere uptown, downtown, motown with a cup of hazelnut latte, bagel + cream cheese and booty music to drown out the white noise.
The pressure is on to make this post entertaining as my compadre across the South China Sea is working hard and needs a good bathroom read when the time comes. I must point out that its taking all my will power to not get distracted and hit the play button as Greys Anatomy season 8, episodes 1-4 + Modern Family season 3, episodes 1-3 have been downloaded. Yes, G trumps GA and MF.
I turned the big 3-0 couple weekends ago. I'm not a big fan of celebrating one's own bday, so to me, it was like any other day. I do want to thank my coworkers at the lovely cancer sticks company for taking me out for dinner as this was the first time I celebrated my bday with work folks and for that I salute them.
In a pretty successful effort to 'be young', me, G and Liz got semi intoxicated the weekend after -- on a Sunday no less! Sure, Liz had to bail out early, but judging by the number of shot glasses G conveniently stashed in her purse, we did ok.
Renovations at the new place is coming along, but I'm getting a bit annoyed as the renovator wants to put in more shelf space against my dismay b/c I will feel the need to put things on the shelves and the place will look cluttered. Ack~ Less is more!!
Work is work. The project that I've working on has officially launched. I don't know if you can admit that you're tired to the people you work with as it might seem like you're not pulling your own weight, but good golly, I am freakin tired! Tired of all the corporate horseshit, tired of people delegating their responsibilities onto others, tired of people that don't do shit, but still get a pat on the back, tired of that one person that keeps pissing on the toilet seat without cleaning up after herself -- seriously!!! I normally keep it all in, but on my off days, my 'fuck all y'alls' face sticks out like a sore thumb.
But not to fret, cuz in a weeks a time, I'll be here:
And now, I'ma hit that play button. =T
Friday, September 16, 2011
Here We Go~
Yes! Let the renovations begin! All the walls have been torn down and I'm more excited about this place vs the first place b/c I'm putting in a kitchen island! HOLLER!
Can't wait till all the renovating is done.
Other tidbits: 6x events in the next month plus squeezing a trip to Malaysia in between.
Busy is indeedy goody, but so is sleep -- which I miss terribly.
Can't wait till all the renovating is done.
Other tidbits: 6x events in the next month plus squeezing a trip to Malaysia in between.
Busy is indeedy goody, but so is sleep -- which I miss terribly.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Pack it up, pack it in
After living in 'brooklyn' for a year and a half, it's time to look for a new place to squat. Surprisingly, I actually grew to love the place. The park, the mrt, the million and one places to eat within a 3 block radius. Plus, it only took 20mins by scooter to get into the city center.
Sigh~
Twas my first home and I shall miss it muchie.
Sigh~
Twas my first home and I shall miss it muchie.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Anywhere But Here..
one of these day, i'ma book a ticket and just fly off to the nearest island and park my pastey white ass on the beach for a week.
tired of work, house hunting and not being able to tan evenly!!!!!
@#$%^&
tired of work, house hunting and not being able to tan evenly!!!!!
@#$%^&
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
The Powers That Be
The story goes like this:
got home around 7, took the dog out and lounged on the couch -- mustered the energy to get off my ass and went to the gym.
did not acknowledge the real estate agent that was brought a person to see the apt.
ignored his calls while scootering to the gym.
finished an extra set before calling it day.
passed by an almond tofu cart -- then doubled back b/c it sounded good.
chain of events that led to meeting a Mr. Chang. he owns the unit 6 doors down from me and is interested in purchasing another unit for his niece.
maybe?
got home around 7, took the dog out and lounged on the couch -- mustered the energy to get off my ass and went to the gym.
did not acknowledge the real estate agent that was brought a person to see the apt.
ignored his calls while scootering to the gym.
finished an extra set before calling it day.
passed by an almond tofu cart -- then doubled back b/c it sounded good.
chain of events that led to meeting a Mr. Chang. he owns the unit 6 doors down from me and is interested in purchasing another unit for his niece.
maybe?
Monday, June 20, 2011
The Price Is Right
A sucker is born every minute. I need one of those suckers to make an offer on my apt. Lol~
After 3 months with Century 21, I switched real estate agencies cuz Century 21 was/is pure crap. Not the most professional and when it comes down to it, I question how they sell homes! I used them cuz I have a relative that works there and it was one of those family political things. Never again!
Anyway, the new agency is pretty cool. They give me weekly reports, letting me know how many people have seen the place, likes/dislikes, etc. Its been about a month and this older lady named a price and failed. And now I have 3-4 potential buyers in the wings. These folks have viewed the apt at least 2-3 times -- coming in after work, during the weekends, with their maggot ass kids, with their boy/girl friends.
Someone just grow a pair and make an offer! I know its not easy. The price is bit a high and some folks aren't able to get the loan and some believe in the powers that be. But if you're viewing the place 2-3 times, you must like it.
I just need my agent to pinch some balls and make something happen.
After 3 months with Century 21, I switched real estate agencies cuz Century 21 was/is pure crap. Not the most professional and when it comes down to it, I question how they sell homes! I used them cuz I have a relative that works there and it was one of those family political things. Never again!
Anyway, the new agency is pretty cool. They give me weekly reports, letting me know how many people have seen the place, likes/dislikes, etc. Its been about a month and this older lady named a price and failed. And now I have 3-4 potential buyers in the wings. These folks have viewed the apt at least 2-3 times -- coming in after work, during the weekends, with their maggot ass kids, with their boy/girl friends.
Someone just grow a pair and make an offer! I know its not easy. The price is bit a high and some folks aren't able to get the loan and some believe in the powers that be. But if you're viewing the place 2-3 times, you must like it.
I just need my agent to pinch some balls and make something happen.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Cryin'
The IT guy at work is a saint. He has a music drive that he shares with who ever wants it -- and it is updated monthly with all the latest tunes. He also provides DVD's, which is another factor why I never leave the apt.
Aerosmith greatest hits is on my playlist right now. Sure brings back memories when MTV was all about the music/music videos instead of the trash that's on it now. Just hearing the ballads makes me want to get a convertible and cruise down the coast with the top down.
Aerosmith greatest hits is on my playlist right now. Sure brings back memories when MTV was all about the music/music videos instead of the trash that's on it now. Just hearing the ballads makes me want to get a convertible and cruise down the coast with the top down.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Its all the same
I didn't mean to eavesdrop, but in my defense, I was there first. And it wasn't like they were being discreet about it.
So there I was, at Minquan MRT station waiting for a guy that wanted to buy my HTC phone. These two girls came up and sat next to me, lit a couple of cigs, and right as they exhaled the smoke, the sob story came out.
A mutual friend got knocked up (unexpectedly) and apparently the baby daddy is some male whore that's been gettin busy with other girls. Its the universal tale of 'oh, no he didn't!' and 'girls unite!'.
Its really none of my business -- but this would be a good condom ad.
I dont know how the story ended, cuz the guy arrived right on cue and I bounced right after.
Good luck to them.
So there I was, at Minquan MRT station waiting for a guy that wanted to buy my HTC phone. These two girls came up and sat next to me, lit a couple of cigs, and right as they exhaled the smoke, the sob story came out.
A mutual friend got knocked up (unexpectedly) and apparently the baby daddy is some male whore that's been gettin busy with other girls. Its the universal tale of 'oh, no he didn't!' and 'girls unite!'.
Its really none of my business -- but this would be a good condom ad.
I dont know how the story ended, cuz the guy arrived right on cue and I bounced right after.
Good luck to them.
Thursday, June 02, 2011
Blue or Red Pill?
I've been having these god awful headaches and last nite I checked myself into the ER.
Diagnosis = migraines
The doc hooked me up to an IV bag and that was nice. They injected some sort of drug for the pain, which made me woozy and then gave me drugs for the woozy. After being discharged, she gave me some pills and I should take them ONLY if its excruciating pain.
I'm looking at the pills:
1) Tramadol for pain -- which may cause headaches
2) Ergotamine Tartrate for headaches -- but may cause dizziness, nausea and muscle aches
3) Sinphadol for dizziness -- but may cause thirst and fast heart beat
4) Promeran for nausea -- but may cause sleepiness
Why can't they just give me 1 magic pill?
Diagnosis = migraines
The doc hooked me up to an IV bag and that was nice. They injected some sort of drug for the pain, which made me woozy and then gave me drugs for the woozy. After being discharged, she gave me some pills and I should take them ONLY if its excruciating pain.
I'm looking at the pills:
1) Tramadol for pain -- which may cause headaches
2) Ergotamine Tartrate for headaches -- but may cause dizziness, nausea and muscle aches
3) Sinphadol for dizziness -- but may cause thirst and fast heart beat
4) Promeran for nausea -- but may cause sleepiness
Why can't they just give me 1 magic pill?
Monday, May 30, 2011
Wednesday, May 04, 2011
Surprise
12 hours ago I accidently dropped my keys (house, scooter, mail) in the gutter -- lost FOREVER. As I was waiting for the lock smith to come, I went to the nearest 7-11 to pay my cell phone bill (they stopped my service due to lack of payment).
Anyway, as I was transfering money on the atm, my phone rings (incoming calls are free)
me: hello?
mystery caller: hey loser..
me: um, hello?
mystery caller: hey loser..
me: hmrph.. who is this?
mystery caller: do you like scary movies?
me: what da *anxiously looks behind shoulder and bam, it sinks in..* YOU!!
mystery caller: *laughs*
it was awesome.
Anyway, as I was transfering money on the atm, my phone rings (incoming calls are free)
me: hello?
mystery caller: hey loser..
me: um, hello?
mystery caller: hey loser..
me: hmrph.. who is this?
mystery caller: do you like scary movies?
me: what da *anxiously looks behind shoulder and bam, it sinks in..* YOU!!
mystery caller: *laughs*
it was awesome.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Monday, April 18, 2011
o_O
The Chinese name of the recent movie, Hanna, is: 少女殺手的奇幻旅程.
Now if you do a back translation, its: The young assassin girls' fantasy adventure.
Why couldn't they just say: 漢娜 aka Hanna.
Now if you do a back translation, its: The young assassin girls' fantasy adventure.
Why couldn't they just say: 漢娜 aka Hanna.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
B.U.M
I think there's a bum living in the park -- more specifically, the dog park.
His shopping cart is filled with plastic bags, which was the giveaway, and when he's not lounging on his bench, he has 2(!!!) dogs chillin there watching his stuff.
I don't think he's a threat, he tends to keep to himself when other folks bring their dogs to the enclosed area, but I've been noticing more litter in the dog park due to his occupancy. Yes, I realize the bench is now his domain, but keep it clean! There's a trash can like 10 feet away.
-__-
His shopping cart is filled with plastic bags, which was the giveaway, and when he's not lounging on his bench, he has 2(!!!) dogs chillin there watching his stuff.
I don't think he's a threat, he tends to keep to himself when other folks bring their dogs to the enclosed area, but I've been noticing more litter in the dog park due to his occupancy. Yes, I realize the bench is now his domain, but keep it clean! There's a trash can like 10 feet away.
-__-
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Oh Andrew~
Andrew says:
is everything ok nance?
I say:
andrew!
my honey bunches of oats
work blows
but that's nothing new
=T
how are you?
Andrew says:
shouldn't you be speaking to me about something else?
didn't you feel the earthquake?
I say:
i'm pregnant and you're the father?
Andrew says:
ahh hem
I say:
we had an earthquake?
really? when?
Andrew says:
an hour ago
I say:
really?
lol
Andrew says:
dang,..news travels fast,...
I say:
is this a fart joke?
Andrew says:
i think you had two or three
I say:
nope
i just asked my coworker.. we didn't feel a thing
but thank you for your concern!
i feel the love
Andrew says:
haha
ok
FEEL IT!!
well....the love is going to fix himself dinner then
is everything ok nance?
I say:
andrew!
my honey bunches of oats
work blows
but that's nothing new
=T
how are you?
Andrew says:
shouldn't you be speaking to me about something else?
didn't you feel the earthquake?
I say:
i'm pregnant and you're the father?
Andrew says:
ahh hem
I say:
we had an earthquake?
really? when?
Andrew says:
an hour ago
I say:
really?
lol
Andrew says:
dang,..news travels fast,...
I say:
is this a fart joke?
Andrew says:
i think you had two or three
I say:
nope
i just asked my coworker.. we didn't feel a thing
but thank you for your concern!
i feel the love
Andrew says:
haha
ok
FEEL IT!!
well....the love is going to fix himself dinner then
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Tik Tok.
Having an ADD moment -- afternoon.
Supposedly working on a launch plan.
But ended up taking the xmas lights down, cleaned the kitchen and wiped the floors.
Dog is at the groomers so the place is quiet.
Now I'm blogging, reviewing past launch plans and having a staring contest at the ppt template all at the same time. I'm either a pro multitasker or an extreme slacker.
Hm, the windows need to be cleaned..
Supposedly working on a launch plan.
But ended up taking the xmas lights down, cleaned the kitchen and wiped the floors.
Dog is at the groomers so the place is quiet.
Now I'm blogging, reviewing past launch plans and having a staring contest at the ppt template all at the same time. I'm either a pro multitasker or an extreme slacker.
Hm, the windows need to be cleaned..
Friday, March 04, 2011
Sassy
I hate riding the MRT during rush hour. The locals live like sardines so when a train comes, they'll pile in even though here is literally no space whatsoever. I tend to stand near the door and pretend I'm a tree so when people try to push themelves in, they have to go around me. It's easier than it sounds cuz most people weigh less than 100 pounds.
So today at one of the stops, this youngin steps on and in the background this older lady was hovering, trying to pile in as well. She kept saying 'excuse me, I want to get in', and the youngin, goes 'there's no space.. what's the point of cramming yourself in here!' followed with '#%*&$'. The old lady looked shocked and though I wasn't exactly gleeful when she crammed herself in, felt bad for the old lady. In between stops, the youngin, clearly annoyed, goes 'stop shoving!'. This time the old lady grew a pair and retorted 'it's you that's shoving!'.
I thought there'd be a rumble! But alas, once the door opened, I got off with the youngin in tow. I should mention that she kinda pushed me, but considering she was a walking time bomb and me being diplomatic, let it go.
So today at one of the stops, this youngin steps on and in the background this older lady was hovering, trying to pile in as well. She kept saying 'excuse me, I want to get in', and the youngin, goes 'there's no space.. what's the point of cramming yourself in here!' followed with '#%*&$'. The old lady looked shocked and though I wasn't exactly gleeful when she crammed herself in, felt bad for the old lady. In between stops, the youngin, clearly annoyed, goes 'stop shoving!'. This time the old lady grew a pair and retorted 'it's you that's shoving!'.
I thought there'd be a rumble! But alas, once the door opened, I got off with the youngin in tow. I should mention that she kinda pushed me, but considering she was a walking time bomb and me being diplomatic, let it go.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Free Yourself
I should know better as I used to be in adveristing, but this ad totally suckered me into buying the newest NIKE FREE XT.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Hope
[I've heard that it's possible to grow up - I've just never met anyone who's actually done it. Without parents to defy, we break the rules we make for ourselves. We throw tantrums when things don't go our way, we whisper secrets with our best friends in the dark, we look for comfort where we can find it, and we hope - against all logic, against all experience. Like children, we never give up hope...]
Yap, I just quoted Greys. A drama series that's so dyfunctional, but yet so wise.
Yap, I just quoted Greys. A drama series that's so dyfunctional, but yet so wise.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
Cut Throat
There's this pool game called cut throat that's played by 3 players. The pool balls are divided up into 3 sets. The objective of the game is to sink in other peoples balls -- hence the name, cut throat.
Every man for himself.
What can I say? Son of a mutha effin bitch~
Every man for himself.
What can I say? Son of a mutha effin bitch~
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Ready, Get Set, Go!
Something happened throughout the years..
I had perfect attendence in 8th grade (even got an award)..
Zero hour in high school..
7:30am business law class in college -- which I must brag b/c I went a total of 3.5 times and got an A-!
Yet for the life the me, I am always late for work! I admit, my ad days have spoiled me a bit by clocking in at 10, but in the wonderful world that is Imperial, 9am is like pulling teeth with chopsticks!
But its ok b/c I've been playing a game with my boss. She's actually not aware of this game and so far, I'm kicking ass and taking names. The premise is quite simple: as long as I arrive before my boss, I win!
High five!
I had perfect attendence in 8th grade (even got an award)..
Zero hour in high school..
7:30am business law class in college -- which I must brag b/c I went a total of 3.5 times and got an A-!
Yet for the life the me, I am always late for work! I admit, my ad days have spoiled me a bit by clocking in at 10, but in the wonderful world that is Imperial, 9am is like pulling teeth with chopsticks!
But its ok b/c I've been playing a game with my boss. She's actually not aware of this game and so far, I'm kicking ass and taking names. The premise is quite simple: as long as I arrive before my boss, I win!
High five!
Friday, February 04, 2011
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