Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Stupid is as stupid does..
4 weeks ago, I briefed our ad agency that our pantry wall needed another wave of iD visuals (using posterboards or whatever). The brief was to use images from our launch activations instead of a key visual to keep the launch momemtum up.
Its not a huge wall.
Took our agency 7 days to provide 3 layouts.
My boss then replied with 'can we use a tv or ... to loop the images/videos instead of printing a handful of images?'
Took our agency almost 2 weeks to provide 2 layouts that was pretty much the previous layout with a tv.
The GROUP ACCOUNT DIRECTOR came in yesterday morning to talk about the wall with her team. The GAD mentioned multiple useless things (amongst them a truss?!) and the Account Manager called their production department for execution advice and replied with 'since this will affect the wall, we suggest contacting the interior design company and have them take a look..'
PEOPLE, its a SIMPLE project of utilizing our wall to display what we've done thus far!!!!
The account manager later called me and suggested we use Jo-Jing, this event house that we've been working with lately. I happily agreed. Jo-Jing came in this morning, I re-briefed them, they got it on the spot and told me I'll be receiving 5-6 different layouts by Friday (4 days!).
I really want to tell EURO to suck it.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Hump Day
Blogging on a Wednesday morning!
This can only mean things at work has slowed down considerably -- woot!
Flying home next weekend and pretty happy/anxious about the trip. Will make a stop in Santa Cruz for Danny's wedding, SF/Oakland to meet up with Marlow and Amanda, possibly LA/NY to meet up with Jeff and the amigos, Erica, Heather and the big H.
Lots of flying over the course of 2 1/2 weeks. Bring.it.on!
For some reason, I'm on an aredenaline kick. I have my eyes set on kite surfing in Boracay, come new years -- but I'm also thinking about snowboarding in South Korea over xmas! I'll have around 5 vacation days left after the Seattle trip -- hmm..
Tuesday, August 07, 2012
Heading to Boracay over New Years.
I hear its the go to place for kite surfing in SE Asia.
Could be the olympics influence, but I'm so pumped for it. Training begins NOW!
No fried food.
No alcohol, er, less alcohol.
Cardio + weight training.
And most importantly: learn how to freakin swim!
Bulalog Beach, I've got my eyes on you!
Saturday, August 04, 2012
Hello Stranger
I see Jen maybe 3-4 times a year and Fanny at most once a year. What is wrong with this picture? I called up Fanny earlier today to see if she had time to grab some coffee, after a quick update, we made plans to meet in October. Lol~ entrepreneurs! Gotta catch them while u can.
The work crew had a 'tennis/basketball' day last Sunday. I, being a playground bully, schooled this poor boy in a game of one on one. In my defense, he was the one that challenged me and as karma is a beeyotch, I'm getting acupuncture on my knee as sort of time out from the powers that be. Was I proud of scoring 6pts to his 0? No, not really. Did it make me feel younger? Oh, most def. Would I do it again? U bet your ass I would. And I would do it in less time.
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
April Showers Bring May Flowers
Thursday, April 05, 2012
15 Things You Should Give Up To Be Happy
Borrowing this from the purpose fairy:
1. Give up your need to always be right. There are so many of us who can’t stand the idea of being wrong – wanting to always be right – even at the risk of ending great relationships or causing a great deal of stress and pain, for us and for others. It’s just not worth it. Whenever you feel the ‘urgent’ need to jump into a fight over who is right and who is wrong, ask yourself this question: “Would I rather be right, or would I rather be kind?” Wayne Dyer. What difference will that make? Is your ego really that big?
2. Give up your need for control. Be willing to give up your need to always control everything that happens to you and around you – situations, events, people, etc. Whether they are loved ones, coworkers, or just strangers you meet on the street – just allow them to be. Allow everything and everyone to be just as they are and you will see how much better will that make you feel.
“By letting it go it all gets done. The world is won by those who let it go. But when you try and try. The world is beyond winning.” Lao Tzu
3. Give up on blame. Give up on your need to blame others for what you have or don’t have, for what you feel or don’t feel. Stop giving your powers away and start taking responsibility for your life.
4. Give up your self-defeating self-talk. Oh my. How many people are hurting themselves because of their negative, polluted and repetitive self-defeating mindset? Don’t believe everything that your mind is telling you – especially if it’s negative and self-defeating. You are better than that.
“The mind is a superb instrument if used rightly. Used wrongly, however, it becomes very destructive.” Eckhart Tolle
5. Give up your limiting beliefs about what you can or cannot do, about what is possible or impossible. From now on, you are no longer going to allow your limiting beliefs to keep you stuck in the wrong place. Spread your wings and fly!
“A belief is not an idea held by the mind, it is an idea that holds the mind” Elly Roselle
6. Give up complaining. Give up your constant need to complain about those many, many, maaany things – people, situations, events that make you unhappy, sad and depressed. Nobody can make you unhappy, no situation can make you sad or miserable unless you allow it to. It’s not the situation that triggers those feelings in you, but how you choose to look at it. Never underestimate the power of positive thinking.
7. Give up the luxury of criticism. Give up your need to criticize things, events or people that are different than you. We are all different, yet we are all the same. We all want to be happy, we all want to love and be loved and we all want to be understood. We all want something, and something is wished by us all.
8. Give up your need to impress others. Stop trying so hard to be something that you’re not just to make others like you. It doesn’t work this way. The moment you stop trying so hard to be something that you’re not, the moment you take of all your masks, the moment you accept and embrace the real you, you will find people will be drawn to you, effortlessly.
9. Give up your resistance to change. Change is good. Change will help you move from A to B. Change will help you make improvements in your life and also the lives of those around you. Follow your bliss, embrace change – don’t resist it.
“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls” Joseph Campbell
10. Give up labels. Stop labeling those things, people or events that you don’t understand as being weird or different and try opening your mind, little by little. Minds only work when open. “The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something you don’t know anything about.” Wayne Dyer
11. Give up on your fears. Fear is just an illusion, it doesn’t exist – you created it. It’s all in your mind. Correct the inside and the outside will fall into place.
“The only thing we have to fear, is fear itself.” Franklin D. Roosevelt
12. Give up your excuses. Send them packing and tell them they’re fired. You no longer need them. A lot of times we limit ourselves because of the many excuses we use. Instead of growing and working on improving ourselves and our lives, we get stuck, lying to ourselves, using all kind of excuses – excuses that 99.9% of the time are not even real.
13. Give up the past. I know, I know. It’s hard. Especially when the past looks so much better than the present and the future looks so frightening, but you have to take into consideration the fact that the present moment is all you have and all you will ever have. The past you are now longing for – the past that you are now dreaming about – was ignored by you when it was present. Stop deluding yourself. Be present in everything you do and enjoy life. After all life is a journey not a destination. Have a clear vision for the future, prepare yourself, but always be present in the now.
14. Give up attachment. This is a concept that, for most of us is so hard to grasp and I have to tell you that it was for me too, (it still is) but it’s not something impossible. You get better and better at with time and practice. The moment you detach yourself from all things, (and that doesn’t mean you give up your love for them – because love and attachment have nothing to do with one another, attachment comes from a place of fear, while love… well, real love is pure, kind, and self less, where there is love there can’t be fear, and because of that, attachment and love cannot coexist) you become so peaceful, so tolerant, so kind, and so serene. You will get to a place where you will be able to understand all things without even trying. A state beyond words.
15. Give up living your life to other people’s expectations. Way too many people are living a life that is not theirs to live. They live their lives according to what others think is best for them, they live their lives according to what their parents think is best for them, to what their friends, their enemies and their teachers, their government and the media think is best for them. They ignore their inner voice, that inner calling. They are so busy with pleasing everybody, with living up to other people’s expectations, that they lose control over their lives. They forget what makes them happy, what they want, what they need….and eventually they forget about themselves. You have one life – this one right now – you must live it, own it, and especially don’t let other people’s opinions distract you from your path.
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1. Give up your need to always be right. There are so many of us who can’t stand the idea of being wrong – wanting to always be right – even at the risk of ending great relationships or causing a great deal of stress and pain, for us and for others. It’s just not worth it. Whenever you feel the ‘urgent’ need to jump into a fight over who is right and who is wrong, ask yourself this question: “Would I rather be right, or would I rather be kind?” Wayne Dyer. What difference will that make? Is your ego really that big?
2. Give up your need for control. Be willing to give up your need to always control everything that happens to you and around you – situations, events, people, etc. Whether they are loved ones, coworkers, or just strangers you meet on the street – just allow them to be. Allow everything and everyone to be just as they are and you will see how much better will that make you feel.
“By letting it go it all gets done. The world is won by those who let it go. But when you try and try. The world is beyond winning.” Lao Tzu
3. Give up on blame. Give up on your need to blame others for what you have or don’t have, for what you feel or don’t feel. Stop giving your powers away and start taking responsibility for your life.
4. Give up your self-defeating self-talk. Oh my. How many people are hurting themselves because of their negative, polluted and repetitive self-defeating mindset? Don’t believe everything that your mind is telling you – especially if it’s negative and self-defeating. You are better than that.
“The mind is a superb instrument if used rightly. Used wrongly, however, it becomes very destructive.” Eckhart Tolle
5. Give up your limiting beliefs about what you can or cannot do, about what is possible or impossible. From now on, you are no longer going to allow your limiting beliefs to keep you stuck in the wrong place. Spread your wings and fly!
“A belief is not an idea held by the mind, it is an idea that holds the mind” Elly Roselle
6. Give up complaining. Give up your constant need to complain about those many, many, maaany things – people, situations, events that make you unhappy, sad and depressed. Nobody can make you unhappy, no situation can make you sad or miserable unless you allow it to. It’s not the situation that triggers those feelings in you, but how you choose to look at it. Never underestimate the power of positive thinking.
7. Give up the luxury of criticism. Give up your need to criticize things, events or people that are different than you. We are all different, yet we are all the same. We all want to be happy, we all want to love and be loved and we all want to be understood. We all want something, and something is wished by us all.
8. Give up your need to impress others. Stop trying so hard to be something that you’re not just to make others like you. It doesn’t work this way. The moment you stop trying so hard to be something that you’re not, the moment you take of all your masks, the moment you accept and embrace the real you, you will find people will be drawn to you, effortlessly.
9. Give up your resistance to change. Change is good. Change will help you move from A to B. Change will help you make improvements in your life and also the lives of those around you. Follow your bliss, embrace change – don’t resist it.
“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls” Joseph Campbell
10. Give up labels. Stop labeling those things, people or events that you don’t understand as being weird or different and try opening your mind, little by little. Minds only work when open. “The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something you don’t know anything about.” Wayne Dyer
11. Give up on your fears. Fear is just an illusion, it doesn’t exist – you created it. It’s all in your mind. Correct the inside and the outside will fall into place.
“The only thing we have to fear, is fear itself.” Franklin D. Roosevelt
12. Give up your excuses. Send them packing and tell them they’re fired. You no longer need them. A lot of times we limit ourselves because of the many excuses we use. Instead of growing and working on improving ourselves and our lives, we get stuck, lying to ourselves, using all kind of excuses – excuses that 99.9% of the time are not even real.
13. Give up the past. I know, I know. It’s hard. Especially when the past looks so much better than the present and the future looks so frightening, but you have to take into consideration the fact that the present moment is all you have and all you will ever have. The past you are now longing for – the past that you are now dreaming about – was ignored by you when it was present. Stop deluding yourself. Be present in everything you do and enjoy life. After all life is a journey not a destination. Have a clear vision for the future, prepare yourself, but always be present in the now.
14. Give up attachment. This is a concept that, for most of us is so hard to grasp and I have to tell you that it was for me too, (it still is) but it’s not something impossible. You get better and better at with time and practice. The moment you detach yourself from all things, (and that doesn’t mean you give up your love for them – because love and attachment have nothing to do with one another, attachment comes from a place of fear, while love… well, real love is pure, kind, and self less, where there is love there can’t be fear, and because of that, attachment and love cannot coexist) you become so peaceful, so tolerant, so kind, and so serene. You will get to a place where you will be able to understand all things without even trying. A state beyond words.
15. Give up living your life to other people’s expectations. Way too many people are living a life that is not theirs to live. They live their lives according to what others think is best for them, they live their lives according to what their parents think is best for them, to what their friends, their enemies and their teachers, their government and the media think is best for them. They ignore their inner voice, that inner calling. They are so busy with pleasing everybody, with living up to other people’s expectations, that they lose control over their lives. They forget what makes them happy, what they want, what they need….and eventually they forget about themselves. You have one life – this one right now – you must live it, own it, and especially don’t let other people’s opinions distract you from your path.
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Saturday, March 24, 2012
2 more weeks a winner~
Reality check couple days ago at work.
The annual Spring Scream festival is coming up in a couple of weeks down in Kenting. I'm going (work related) and I can't really complain cuz the company is picking up the tab and at US$300 bucks a nite for a room, I'm hoo-raing it.
Its not too bad -- after you factor out all the youngins shooting up the latest in drugs, people getting drunk on the beach and the MADD crowds.
I plan to lounge on the private beach at the resort we're staying at. So here comes the reality check. Since the move to the outskirts of town, I haven't really been exercising and in truth, let myself go.
I was wearing a short sleeved shirt couple days ago and my coworker just stared -- saying 'what happened?'. Ouch~
So right now, my new best friend, Nike Training Club, and I are getting close twice a day for the next 2 weeks till I'm somewhat beach ready. Argh~
Why did I move so far from my gym?
The annual Spring Scream festival is coming up in a couple of weeks down in Kenting. I'm going (work related) and I can't really complain cuz the company is picking up the tab and at US$300 bucks a nite for a room, I'm hoo-raing it.
Its not too bad -- after you factor out all the youngins shooting up the latest in drugs, people getting drunk on the beach and the MADD crowds.
I plan to lounge on the private beach at the resort we're staying at. So here comes the reality check. Since the move to the outskirts of town, I haven't really been exercising and in truth, let myself go.
I was wearing a short sleeved shirt couple days ago and my coworker just stared -- saying 'what happened?'. Ouch~
So right now, my new best friend, Nike Training Club, and I are getting close twice a day for the next 2 weeks till I'm somewhat beach ready. Argh~
Why did I move so far from my gym?
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
30 30 30!
There's this Cathay Bank commercial where the ending slogan is 'life begins at 30'. The whole point of the commercial is to start investing when you reach 30 as you SHOULD have a stable career/steady income. I used to make fun of it as I thought 30 was close to the end of the world.
So as I'm in the 6th month of my 30th year, things are lookin pretty good. My coworkers think I'm in love or some crap like that, but in truth, I'm lovin life. Maybe its the letting go of work bull shit or chillin with positive folks but I can honestly say I'm enjoying each moment.
Last weekend, the ABC crew had a quick n dirty reunion -- and when I say dirty, I mean dirrrrrrrty~ It could've turned into our own 'bridesmaid/hangover' moment, but alas, it didn't. I wish I could write more, but we agreed it was like fight club -- rule 1, you don't talk about it!
So as I'm in the 6th month of my 30th year, things are lookin pretty good. My coworkers think I'm in love or some crap like that, but in truth, I'm lovin life. Maybe its the letting go of work bull shit or chillin with positive folks but I can honestly say I'm enjoying each moment.
Last weekend, the ABC crew had a quick n dirty reunion -- and when I say dirty, I mean dirrrrrrrty~ It could've turned into our own 'bridesmaid/hangover' moment, but alas, it didn't. I wish I could write more, but we agreed it was like fight club -- rule 1, you don't talk about it!
Wednesday, March 07, 2012
Frankie Says Relax!
Sometimes all you really need to do is to let go.
Ever since the announcement at work, the changes in projects, the harsh reality of it all was actually a blessing in disguise. I haven't felt this happy since my days living with the ABC's or working with the LB crew.
My focus is not here and nor will I ever allow it to be again.
Ever since the announcement at work, the changes in projects, the harsh reality of it all was actually a blessing in disguise. I haven't felt this happy since my days living with the ABC's or working with the LB crew.
My focus is not here and nor will I ever allow it to be again.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Indoor Voices Please...
I noticed the locals like to talk REALLY loud when making a point. I find it annoying and pointless -- just cuz you amplified your voice doesn't give you more creditability...
Case in point: local talk show reporter literally screamed her views on a celebrity scandal case and how it was wrong, blah blah blah. I wanted to shout 'chill woman!', but then I'd be like her.
Damn integration!
Case in point: local talk show reporter literally screamed her views on a celebrity scandal case and how it was wrong, blah blah blah. I wanted to shout 'chill woman!', but then I'd be like her.
Damn integration!
Friday, February 03, 2012
Ta Tong
I bought a 2nd hand 46in tv when I moved to the new place. It was an impluse purchase cuz I wanted a bigger tv and the price was decent. I got it from a respectable vendor, but the wiring in the back must be off cuz the cable/dvd player can't connect.
Anyhoo, I splurged a lil and bought a new 42in tv instead of waiting for the vendor to replace my tv with another one. I can't live without cable!
Anyhoo, I splurged a lil and bought a new 42in tv instead of waiting for the vendor to replace my tv with another one. I can't live without cable!
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Ballers
I was cruising Q station yesterday and they had a kiosk that sold American Eagle apparel. I checked the price tags and good golly, almost 70 bucks for a freakin t-shirt! Granted, it was 70% off, but still.
Sign of old age: almost got suckered into watching Puss n Boots -- CHINESE verison cuz the fine print was so teenie, tiny, I had to squint my eyes to double confirm when cashier pointed it out.
On side note: Most of the time, I don't understand why folks here say the most irrelevant things at the most inappropriate times. It raises red flags and bottom line, you really can't be that insecure right?
Sign of old age: almost got suckered into watching Puss n Boots -- CHINESE verison cuz the fine print was so teenie, tiny, I had to squint my eyes to double confirm when cashier pointed it out.
On side note: Most of the time, I don't understand why folks here say the most irrelevant things at the most inappropriate times. It raises red flags and bottom line, you really can't be that insecure right?
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Gettin the ball a'rollin!
First day back at work was a total bomb. I loathe the management team like an incurable disease, but whatev, I'm sticking to my guns, hot n blazin!
I actually feel pretty good about 2012 -- the optimistic American in me is slowly coming back. I've noticed that whenever I vent to the locals, the response is somewhat a cold 'hey, that's just life' / there's no way out sorta thing. But when I talk to folks back home, there's reassurance and a glimmer of hope and faith and maybe I am corny, but its good enough for me to believe in something better.
I'm not exactly the underdog in the office (a close 2nd), but I'ma rooting for her cuz she of all people deserves a break.
I actually feel pretty good about 2012 -- the optimistic American in me is slowly coming back. I've noticed that whenever I vent to the locals, the response is somewhat a cold 'hey, that's just life' / there's no way out sorta thing. But when I talk to folks back home, there's reassurance and a glimmer of hope and faith and maybe I am corny, but its good enough for me to believe in something better.
I'm not exactly the underdog in the office (a close 2nd), but I'ma rooting for her cuz she of all people deserves a break.
Sunday, January 01, 2012
Happy 2012!
Countin down till 2012!~
Really hope the Mayans were wrong and 2012 is not the last year for human kind cuz the world is pretty spectacular and I can't wait to stamp up my new passport. ^^
I skipped out on resolutions last year as they seemed kinda repetitive from the year before (oh, I hear the fireworks starting!) but traditions are traditions and it must never happen again!
So here we go:
1. I will not quit out of anger! lol~ this is a shout out to Hsini, but yes, you are 100% correct and I kinda wished you weren't. ha~
2. Travel!
3. Eat healthier
4. Be nicer to the locals
5. Create a bucket list with things like indoor skydiving or learn to knit
Looking back, 2011 was full of ups and downs and PG-13 drama (no debauchery, no getting knocked up, nothing too scandalous, hence the PG-13 rating). Actually come to think of it, there wasn't any real drama. hMm..
* Semi freaked out about turning 30.
* Sold my place then promptly bought another place. Flippin houses could be my true calling!
* Met up with the Wakabayashi's + Tako in Bali for some fun in the sun.
* Worked my ass off at work, which didn't really pay off in the end, but hey, that's just corporate life.
* Tracy and her bf visiting the inferno.
* Solo relaxin in the sun in Kota Kinabalulu, where my age is a very young 23. Woot!
* Made my way up to Shanghai to chill with G and P'izzle.
* Will ALWAYS make a break for Popeyes at Hong Kong International Airport -- even if I have to sprint 20 gates to make my flight
* Seattle for the holidays.
* Very grateful for the Leo Burnett folks who have kept me sane and grounded in my years in Taiwan.
* Not so grateful for the folks that left Taiwan for greener pastures, but hey, at least I have a place to crash whenever I visit AND I've been getting great mileage on whatsapp.
Not too shabby if I do say so myself.
I've learned its easy to sweat the small stuff and to get side tracked on what's important and meaningful. But at the end of the day, its really me to determine if I want to be lazy or to be the badass that I am and do something about it. Don't worry, I'm not gonna shout "girl power" off the rooftop, but I will end this posting with my 6th and last resolution for 2012 which is: just freakin do it!
Really hope the Mayans were wrong and 2012 is not the last year for human kind cuz the world is pretty spectacular and I can't wait to stamp up my new passport. ^^
I skipped out on resolutions last year as they seemed kinda repetitive from the year before (oh, I hear the fireworks starting!) but traditions are traditions and it must never happen again!
So here we go:
1. I will not quit out of anger! lol~ this is a shout out to Hsini, but yes, you are 100% correct and I kinda wished you weren't. ha~
2. Travel!
3. Eat healthier
4. Be nicer to the locals
5. Create a bucket list with things like indoor skydiving or learn to knit
Looking back, 2011 was full of ups and downs and PG-13 drama (no debauchery, no getting knocked up, nothing too scandalous, hence the PG-13 rating). Actually come to think of it, there wasn't any real drama. hMm..
* Semi freaked out about turning 30.
* Sold my place then promptly bought another place. Flippin houses could be my true calling!
* Met up with the Wakabayashi's + Tako in Bali for some fun in the sun.
* Worked my ass off at work, which didn't really pay off in the end, but hey, that's just corporate life.
* Tracy and her bf visiting the inferno.
* Solo relaxin in the sun in Kota Kinabalulu, where my age is a very young 23. Woot!
* Made my way up to Shanghai to chill with G and P'izzle.
* Will ALWAYS make a break for Popeyes at Hong Kong International Airport -- even if I have to sprint 20 gates to make my flight
* Seattle for the holidays.
* Very grateful for the Leo Burnett folks who have kept me sane and grounded in my years in Taiwan.
* Not so grateful for the folks that left Taiwan for greener pastures, but hey, at least I have a place to crash whenever I visit AND I've been getting great mileage on whatsapp.
Not too shabby if I do say so myself.
I've learned its easy to sweat the small stuff and to get side tracked on what's important and meaningful. But at the end of the day, its really me to determine if I want to be lazy or to be the badass that I am and do something about it. Don't worry, I'm not gonna shout "girl power" off the rooftop, but I will end this posting with my 6th and last resolution for 2012 which is: just freakin do it!
Sunday, November 20, 2011
In the city~
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!
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!
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
Sunday, December 26, 2010
PDA-ing
Last night at a Starbucks in the upper East side, sat 2 couples showcasing extreme PDA. I, did not appreciate it because it was 1) not cute and 2) almost full on porn.
These kids were young-- say late tweens early 20's. They ordered 2 venti somethings and a cheesecake. I don't really understand feeding your significant other food -- but that's how they were. The bf would feed the girl a bite of cheesecake and then kiss her on the cheek. Another bite, 2 smooches and so on and so forth. I wanted to pull my hair out. His free hand was actually in the vicinity of her crotch and I was just thinking '2 ventis + cheesecake, they could've used that money to get a room...'
seriously!
Sigh, young folks know not of the value of money these days.
These kids were young-- say late tweens early 20's. They ordered 2 venti somethings and a cheesecake. I don't really understand feeding your significant other food -- but that's how they were. The bf would feed the girl a bite of cheesecake and then kiss her on the cheek. Another bite, 2 smooches and so on and so forth. I wanted to pull my hair out. His free hand was actually in the vicinity of her crotch and I was just thinking '2 ventis + cheesecake, they could've used that money to get a room...'
seriously!
Sigh, young folks know not of the value of money these days.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Magic 8 Ball
Sell! Buy! Sell! Buy!
I've been seesawing for the past year on whether or not to sell my place. The locations great -- next to the subway (and subway sandwich shop), park, grocery store, 7-11 and a million and 1 eateries.
So why sell? Mortgage is killin me. I've been breaking even every month for the past 13 months and still in debt. Lol~
I've been lucky enough to squeeze a trip here and there, but as I'm getting close to my 30's, I'd like to stop this trend of living paycheck to paycheck.
I hear the real estate market is going up again and its a good time to sell... here's the kicker: Where the heck am I going to live? It's me + dog and not all places here rent out to tenants with pets. Should I buy again and go through all the paper work, bank statements, interior designers BS again!?
I asked the IT guy (whose knowledge of the real estate market is just as up to date as his own calling) and he suggested I move to Bali. Not Bali, Indonesia, but the Bali that's 30mins north of the city, that's not really near a subway or grocery store or civilization, but great for hot springs and relaxation!
I'm already a hermit living in the city -- I can't be a hermit living out in booneyland.
>_<"
I hate seesaws.
I've been seesawing for the past year on whether or not to sell my place. The locations great -- next to the subway (and subway sandwich shop), park, grocery store, 7-11 and a million and 1 eateries.
So why sell? Mortgage is killin me. I've been breaking even every month for the past 13 months and still in debt. Lol~
I've been lucky enough to squeeze a trip here and there, but as I'm getting close to my 30's, I'd like to stop this trend of living paycheck to paycheck.
I hear the real estate market is going up again and its a good time to sell... here's the kicker: Where the heck am I going to live? It's me + dog and not all places here rent out to tenants with pets. Should I buy again and go through all the paper work, bank statements, interior designers BS again!?
I asked the IT guy (whose knowledge of the real estate market is just as up to date as his own calling) and he suggested I move to Bali. Not Bali, Indonesia, but the Bali that's 30mins north of the city, that's not really near a subway or grocery store or civilization, but great for hot springs and relaxation!
I'm already a hermit living in the city -- I can't be a hermit living out in booneyland.
>_<"
I hate seesaws.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Table For One + Dog
As Debby is off in Europe living the champagne wishes and caviar dreams life, I am about 2 blocks from my apt, sitting at an outdoor cafe, enjoying my iced coffee(mostly likely made from powder, but still delish!) and basking in the very weird 82 degrees weather.
Le Paris, Yong He is not, but the many scooters parked along the street has it's own charm. The only thing I can do without are the yappy lil dogs at the next table over.
Le Paris, Yong He is not, but the many scooters parked along the street has it's own charm. The only thing I can do without are the yappy lil dogs at the next table over.
Friday, December 10, 2010
Phuket
my phuket trip in a nutshell. there's pics of le beach on le facebook.
bali (keeping fingers crossed) may be next!
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Sigh
I need a massage el pronto.
sigh.
On a sad note, my company blocked fb. I hear messenger is next.
sigh.
sigh.
On a sad note, my company blocked fb. I hear messenger is next.
sigh.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Thursday, November 04, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Herbal Essence
I have the urge to drop everything and backpack throughout Europe. But then movies like "hostel" and "the human centipede" have freaked me out to a point of no return. Maybe I'll stick to SE Asia and the white sandy beaches.
Phukett in December!
Phukett in December!
Monday, October 11, 2010
The story that never happened..
The story that never happened -- goes a little like this:
6 friends were hanging out a bar on a Saturday night. They had take out delivered straight to the bar (never knew you could do that huh?) and Friend X tells a story of how a boy had wronged her. Now, being the supportive friends we were, wanted to kick some ass. We knew the boy that wronged her was at a bar 4 blocks yonder so we rallied up the troops and made our way over.
A lot of shit talking was made enroute and continued when we got there. But alas, even after all the instigating and 'peer pressure', nothing happened. Zip, zilch, none. Beers were finished and the 6 friends walked out of that place like losers.
hMm..
6 friends were hanging out a bar on a Saturday night. They had take out delivered straight to the bar (never knew you could do that huh?) and Friend X tells a story of how a boy had wronged her. Now, being the supportive friends we were, wanted to kick some ass. We knew the boy that wronged her was at a bar 4 blocks yonder so we rallied up the troops and made our way over.
A lot of shit talking was made enroute and continued when we got there. But alas, even after all the instigating and 'peer pressure', nothing happened. Zip, zilch, none. Beers were finished and the 6 friends walked out of that place like losers.
hMm..
Monday, September 06, 2010
I miss ..
I heard the scuffle sounds as I walked towards the gym. I could feel my heart beat faster -- as if it was opening game night and we had home court advantage. Needless to say, I missed it. The sleek, glistening hardwood flooring, touch of the leather ball and the nothing but net, swoosh-- brought me back to the good ol days.
And today was the day I drove all over town. From my place to downtown for brunch then to the National Palace Musuem then back into town for dinner then to the south side to shop at the mega Ikea store and finally back home. Yes, I miss driving!!!
If parking weren't such bitch (and hella expensive), I'd totally consider getting a car. Sigh..
And today was the day I drove all over town. From my place to downtown for brunch then to the National Palace Musuem then back into town for dinner then to the south side to shop at the mega Ikea store and finally back home. Yes, I miss driving!!!
If parking weren't such bitch (and hella expensive), I'd totally consider getting a car. Sigh..
Friday, August 27, 2010
Say Wha?!
HOLLER!
is the word that can describe the 'eureka' moment i just had.
i, being the dumbass, accidentally upgraded my iphone software to the latest 4.0.2 -- which meant that i couldn't download the 'jailbreakme' software. so after numerous searches, i found a link where this guy gave a brilliant tutorial on how to downgrade your software.
bada-bing~ i'm now using 4.0.1! time to jailbreak this badass!
is the word that can describe the 'eureka' moment i just had.
i, being the dumbass, accidentally upgraded my iphone software to the latest 4.0.2 -- which meant that i couldn't download the 'jailbreakme' software. so after numerous searches, i found a link where this guy gave a brilliant tutorial on how to downgrade your software.
bada-bing~ i'm now using 4.0.1! time to jailbreak this badass!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Nancy SMASH!
Road rage level has increased (surprisingly).
This morning, enroute to work, bunch of dumbasses were scootering pretty slow. As in leaving a huge ass space between them and a bus (that was at least 10 yards ahead) and blocking the folks behind.
STUPID mofos.
Whatever.
Then this lady literally cuts me off -- into a gas station. I was on the inside lane and did not appreciate the sudden serve to the right without warning. This ain't no QB sweep lady.
I'm sure she heard me yell "USE YOUR FUCKIN BLINKERS!" through my face mask.
Later at nite, while waiting for the subway, instead of spreading throughout the cars, bitchasses crammed by the doors thus making it impossible for others (ie ME) to get in.
I'm starting to hate Taiwanese people again...
This morning, enroute to work, bunch of dumbasses were scootering pretty slow. As in leaving a huge ass space between them and a bus (that was at least 10 yards ahead) and blocking the folks behind.
STUPID mofos.
Whatever.
Then this lady literally cuts me off -- into a gas station. I was on the inside lane and did not appreciate the sudden serve to the right without warning. This ain't no QB sweep lady.
I'm sure she heard me yell "USE YOUR FUCKIN BLINKERS!" through my face mask.
Later at nite, while waiting for the subway, instead of spreading throughout the cars, bitchasses crammed by the doors thus making it impossible for others (ie ME) to get in.
I'm starting to hate Taiwanese people again...
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
8/18 ∙ Taipei ∙ Home
OCD, perfectionist or ...?
spent an hour (out of 4) at the production house racking my brain on the simplest detail for a company video: formatting the title pages
original format:
Kaohsiung: 3/10 Dreams
1st draft:
高雄: 3/10 Dreams
2nd draft:
Mar 10th, Kaohsiung Dreams
3rd draft:
10 Mar, Kaohsiung Dreams
4th draft:
3/10 . Kaohsiung . Dreams
Final draft:
3/10 ∙ Kaohsiung ∙ Dreams
major props to the editor and agency folks for bearing with me.
they must think i'm insane. sigh~
spent an hour (out of 4) at the production house racking my brain on the simplest detail for a company video: formatting the title pages
original format:
Kaohsiung: 3/10 Dreams
1st draft:
高雄: 3/10 Dreams
2nd draft:
Mar 10th, Kaohsiung Dreams
3rd draft:
10 Mar, Kaohsiung Dreams
4th draft:
3/10 . Kaohsiung . Dreams
Final draft:
3/10 ∙ Kaohsiung ∙ Dreams
major props to the editor and agency folks for bearing with me.
they must think i'm insane. sigh~
Monday, August 02, 2010
hoo-ha
Finally taught Monga how the ride the scooter over the weekend.
I don't think she actually learned, as I still have to drag her ass onto it. Plus, I have to set my left leg as a rail for her to lean on and right leg to prevent her from flying off. I'm guessing this is the first time in her doggie life that's been on scooter, so needless to say, she freaked out. And what does she do when she's freaked out and trapped on a moving scooter? She looks at me for comfort. But in her position, she's more or less facing my hoo-ha -- yes, its exactly how it sounds.
Uncomfortable? You betcha. The kicker. Its a million degrees now and since she's all fur, the only way for her to cool down is to pant, which leads to drool -- onto my crotch.
I don't think she actually learned, as I still have to drag her ass onto it. Plus, I have to set my left leg as a rail for her to lean on and right leg to prevent her from flying off. I'm guessing this is the first time in her doggie life that's been on scooter, so needless to say, she freaked out. And what does she do when she's freaked out and trapped on a moving scooter? She looks at me for comfort. But in her position, she's more or less facing my hoo-ha -- yes, its exactly how it sounds.
Uncomfortable? You betcha. The kicker. Its a million degrees now and since she's all fur, the only way for her to cool down is to pant, which leads to drool -- onto my crotch.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Crazy in love
At Volar, aka Plush, setting up deco for an 'i heart ny' event later. As I came up the escalator, memories of partyroom came flooding back -- not to mention all those nites dropping it like it's hot here. Seems like a lifetime ago...
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Blah~
Current mood described by an old skool slogan:
How many licks does it take to get to the center of a tootsie roll pop?
The world may never know~
How many licks does it take to get to the center of a tootsie roll pop?
The world may never know~
Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Sunday, June 06, 2010
Fong Da Coffee
Coffee connoisseur I am not, I just know what I like.
Some decisions are just that easy to make.
No need to over think, over analyze, over expect.
"1 hazelnut latte please"
Some decisions are just that easy to make.
No need to over think, over analyze, over expect.
"1 hazelnut latte please"
Friday, June 04, 2010
What Real Women Expect From Men
Taken from Esquire mag.
At 18:
He should be compassionate, at least. There have to be some teenage boys with compassion!
He should be good with the parents.
He should have a goal.
He should know how to whittle wood.
We don't expect very much, to be honest.
At 27:
He should be reliable.
He shouldn't rely on text messaging as a tool of courtship.
He should have a "way" about him.
He should have traveled the world.
He should know how to cook one thing really well.
He should have a political affiliation.
He should, every now and then, substitute a light beer with Scotch on the rocks.
He should behave as if his mother raised him correctly — even if she didn't.
At 35:
He should not have a belly.
He should have decided on a sexual preference.
He should possess the thoughtfulness required to help a mom with a stroller and two kids up the stairs.
He should not have mommy issues.
He should have moved on from pickup lines to conversation starters.
He should want the party to end at some point.
At 44:
He should be a real partner.
He should still be eager to learn.
He should be able to sing along to all the songs on Boston's first album.
He should be financially secure.
He should understand the importance of jewelry in a woman's life.
He should take out the garbage without being asked.
He should be sexy.
He should be a gentleman.
At 53:
He should work out.
He should smell like something: aftershave or cologne.
He should know politics.
He should be faithful.
He should like Bob Dylan.
He should dance.
He should not be addicted to his work.
He should admit his mistakes.
At 18:
He should be compassionate, at least. There have to be some teenage boys with compassion!
He should be good with the parents.
He should have a goal.
He should know how to whittle wood.
We don't expect very much, to be honest.
At 27:
He should be reliable.
He shouldn't rely on text messaging as a tool of courtship.
He should have a "way" about him.
He should have traveled the world.
He should know how to cook one thing really well.
He should have a political affiliation.
He should, every now and then, substitute a light beer with Scotch on the rocks.
He should behave as if his mother raised him correctly — even if she didn't.
At 35:
He should not have a belly.
He should have decided on a sexual preference.
He should possess the thoughtfulness required to help a mom with a stroller and two kids up the stairs.
He should not have mommy issues.
He should have moved on from pickup lines to conversation starters.
He should want the party to end at some point.
At 44:
He should be a real partner.
He should still be eager to learn.
He should be able to sing along to all the songs on Boston's first album.
He should be financially secure.
He should understand the importance of jewelry in a woman's life.
He should take out the garbage without being asked.
He should be sexy.
He should be a gentleman.
At 53:
He should work out.
He should smell like something: aftershave or cologne.
He should know politics.
He should be faithful.
He should like Bob Dylan.
He should dance.
He should not be addicted to his work.
He should admit his mistakes.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Eye of the Tiger
small burst of motivation came when i saw sharon's status on fb -- she lost 6 lbs in a week, gained 4 lbs of muscles and i'm thinkin its due to this new workout craze, p90x.
yes, i'm a bit tempted to buy the whole 13 DVD set for 3 easy payments of 39.95 (not including shipping & handling). but as i mentioned this 'splurge' to my coworker, she simply went 'you have a gym membership.. just go workout'. touche~
i've heard if you've maintained your high school weight, you're in pretty good shape. 'don't believe everything you hear' would be a good lesson cuz i'm about 1..2..3..4..5 would be lying-- 12, 12 lbs heavier than i was back in hs.
whateva. i love food too much. we'll see how long this 'motivation' lasts. roaaaarrr~
yes, i'm a bit tempted to buy the whole 13 DVD set for 3 easy payments of 39.95 (not including shipping & handling). but as i mentioned this 'splurge' to my coworker, she simply went 'you have a gym membership.. just go workout'. touche~
i've heard if you've maintained your high school weight, you're in pretty good shape. 'don't believe everything you hear' would be a good lesson cuz i'm about 1..2..3..4..5 would be lying-- 12, 12 lbs heavier than i was back in hs.
whateva. i love food too much. we'll see how long this 'motivation' lasts. roaaaarrr~
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Off The Beaten Path
This past weekend, I took a short trip down to the dirrty south, was a beach bum for [that long] and just followed the road to wherever it led.
I don't know why, but I kept humming 'renagade! da dumm'... must've been the ocean breeze.
I don't know why, but I kept humming 'renagade! da dumm'... must've been the ocean breeze.
Monday, May 17, 2010
M for Monga
brought Monga to visit grandma yesterday.
First thing that grandma said?
"why did you get a dog instead of a bf?"
-____-
First thing that grandma said?
"why did you get a dog instead of a bf?"
-____-
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Smells like teen spirit
I don't know what that word is when you see folks from 7-8 years ago still doing the same thing. Let me be more specific. Last night at a work related event, I bumped into a crowd of clubbers that I've known from once upon a time. I'm not hating or anything -- maybe a tad bit envious. Envious at how their lifestyles haven't changed or that they're living like it's 1999. Or maybe they are the lucky ones that stumbled on to a path that was meant for them.
I'm sitting outside a starbucks, people watching, sipping my overpriced hazelnut latte and blogging -- life ain't too shabby despite all the shit that's always goin on. I gotta say, not much has changed. Still thinking about the future. Still day dreaming about that one fine day. Still looking forward to that moment where I'll have the balls to fuck everything and travel the world, aka, mexico.
I'm sitting outside a starbucks, people watching, sipping my overpriced hazelnut latte and blogging -- life ain't too shabby despite all the shit that's always goin on. I gotta say, not much has changed. Still thinking about the future. Still day dreaming about that one fine day. Still looking forward to that moment where I'll have the balls to fuck everything and travel the world, aka, mexico.
Thursday, May 06, 2010
Obasan
I think Asian parents are funny -- in the sense that they say the darnest things.
Couple weeks ago, I called my Mom, aka obasan (not to be confused with Obama) to wish her a happy birthday:
Me: O-ba-san, happy birthday ah! Btw, you're a grandma now!
Obasan: Yeah, I saw the pictures... she's so ugly and big!
Me: -___-
Obasan: Why did you get a dog instead of a boyfriend?
Me: -___-
Obasan: You're almost 30! When are you going to get married?
Me: -___-
Obasan: Don't you want to get married?
Me: -___-
Obasan: Aren't you lonely?
Me: -___-
Obasan: How's your job going? Stable?
Me: -___-
Obasan: When are you coming back to the states?
Me: -___-
Obasan: blah blah taxes blah blah boyfriend blah blah blah...
Point of the story? Never call your parents.
Couple weeks ago, I called my Mom, aka obasan (not to be confused with Obama) to wish her a happy birthday:
Me: O-ba-san, happy birthday ah! Btw, you're a grandma now!
Obasan: Yeah, I saw the pictures... she's so ugly and big!
Me: -___-
Obasan: Why did you get a dog instead of a boyfriend?
Me: -___-
Obasan: You're almost 30! When are you going to get married?
Me: -___-
Obasan: Don't you want to get married?
Me: -___-
Obasan: Aren't you lonely?
Me: -___-
Obasan: How's your job going? Stable?
Me: -___-
Obasan: When are you coming back to the states?
Me: -___-
Obasan: blah blah taxes blah blah boyfriend blah blah blah...
Point of the story? Never call your parents.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
林寶珠
B/c of you:
My life pretty much revolves around the stupid mortgage.
Adios random trips.
Savings account? HA~
And now...
Taxes
Bdays
Weddings
Muther Effer! #)(*$*#($%#$)
My life pretty much revolves around the stupid mortgage.
Adios random trips.
Savings account? HA~
And now...
Taxes
Bdays
Weddings
Muther Effer! #)(*$*#($%#$)
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Next~
Events. Check.
Mortgage. Check.
Bills. Check.
Multiple Naps. Check.
Next item on list?
Beach. Beach. Beach.
Mortgage. Check.
Bills. Check.
Multiple Naps. Check.
Next item on list?
Beach. Beach. Beach.
Thursday, April 08, 2010
Plitter, Platter
I don't know if its the Seattleite in me, but I LOVE walking in the rain without an umbrella. Take note that folks from Seattle don't really use'em. You can usually spot an out of towner holdin one.
On my way back from work yesterday, it poured. The kid in me started to get excited -- but only for a second cuz according to urban legend, its acid rain here in the motherland.
Me no likey bald spots.
On my way back from work yesterday, it poured. The kid in me started to get excited -- but only for a second cuz according to urban legend, its acid rain here in the motherland.
Me no likey bald spots.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Fat
Obviously the writer has not lived/worked in Asia...
Please click the lime colored link => Stress = fat
Please click the lime colored link => Stress = fat
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Cha-Ching
I was catching up with Amanda earlier this week and she mentioned how great it would be to win the lottery. Um, hell ya to that! Then the musical chimes kicked in and I started to day dream about 'what if I won the lottery!?'
I'm a 'realistic day dreamer', so let's say I hit the million dollar (US$) jackpot.
First things first, stupid house = stupid mortgage. Check.
What do I do with 750k? I'ma buy another house -- this time in America. Check.
Yes, I'm aware 750K can't get me shit in New York, Chicago, SF... so might as well stick to what you know. Seattle, it's not like you're the last kid picked for dodgeball, its just compared to the other cities, you're more of a 'value for money' type location.
I'm single. I don't really need a house-house with front and back yards that I know will just be a communal shitting ground for the neighborhood dogs. So I'm opting for a loft. I'm guessing 500k? Check.
Sweet, 250k left. Do I invest? Psh, this is freakin day dream so of course I'm gonna piss it all away on crap I don't need.
George Foreman Grill. Check.
TiVo. Check.
Snuggie. Check.
Hello Kitty Mah Jong Set. Check.
250,000 faux dollars and that's all I can come up with. I'm sorry if I've disappointed you all. Hmm, I wonder if I can buy an island somewhere in SE Asia with 250k? I can sense you nodding in agreement with me that the island buying is a kickass idea.
High-five!
I'm a 'realistic day dreamer', so let's say I hit the million dollar (US$) jackpot.
First things first, stupid house = stupid mortgage. Check.
What do I do with 750k? I'ma buy another house -- this time in America. Check.
Yes, I'm aware 750K can't get me shit in New York, Chicago, SF... so might as well stick to what you know. Seattle, it's not like you're the last kid picked for dodgeball, its just compared to the other cities, you're more of a 'value for money' type location.
I'm single. I don't really need a house-house with front and back yards that I know will just be a communal shitting ground for the neighborhood dogs. So I'm opting for a loft. I'm guessing 500k? Check.
Sweet, 250k left. Do I invest? Psh, this is freakin day dream so of course I'm gonna piss it all away on crap I don't need.
George Foreman Grill. Check.
TiVo. Check.
Snuggie. Check.
Hello Kitty Mah Jong Set. Check.
250,000 faux dollars and that's all I can come up with. I'm sorry if I've disappointed you all. Hmm, I wonder if I can buy an island somewhere in SE Asia with 250k? I can sense you nodding in agreement with me that the island buying is a kickass idea.
High-five!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Ingenious Plan
Amanda recommended that I blog this -- who knows, I may gather a new following b/c of it.
This is a true story in the works:
Once upon a time in early 2010, I made a list of new year resolutions and one of the items on that list was to get married -- to any guy .. this year.
Why this proposal? My mom's been nagging me ever since puberty on finding a nice boy, settling down and popping babies out. My reaction has always been a 'this ain't the 50's' or 'you want kids, you pop them out!' sorta thing.
Even this whole house buying thing was a scheme of hers to have me one step closer to matrimony. For the record, I'm not against marriage, I'm just enjoying the single life in one of the busiest cities in the world.
I'll be turning the big 3-0 next year and if my math serves me right, I was 6 years old when my mom was 30. Scary thought aint' it? There could be a mini me in grade school eating glue b/c 1+1 is just too damn hard!!
Anyway, back to the plan. The plan, as stated before, is to get married. I'm not even picky. The guy can be any guy. Asian, Ukrainian, 1 eyed show pirate in vegas etc... as long as he's living, breathing and able say 'I do', its all good.
We'll have a quick n dirty wedding and 3-6 months down the line, an even quicker divorce. The whole point is to use this as an excuse for future questionings.
IE
Mom: Are you dating anyone?
Me: No, I'm still not over the last relationship.. The divorce was too painful.
Mom: Hmm.
I'm thinking this excuse will last a good 3-5 years.
This is a true story in the works:
Once upon a time in early 2010, I made a list of new year resolutions and one of the items on that list was to get married -- to any guy .. this year.
Why this proposal? My mom's been nagging me ever since puberty on finding a nice boy, settling down and popping babies out. My reaction has always been a 'this ain't the 50's' or 'you want kids, you pop them out!' sorta thing.
Even this whole house buying thing was a scheme of hers to have me one step closer to matrimony. For the record, I'm not against marriage, I'm just enjoying the single life in one of the busiest cities in the world.
I'll be turning the big 3-0 next year and if my math serves me right, I was 6 years old when my mom was 30. Scary thought aint' it? There could be a mini me in grade school eating glue b/c 1+1 is just too damn hard!!
Anyway, back to the plan. The plan, as stated before, is to get married. I'm not even picky. The guy can be any guy. Asian, Ukrainian, 1 eyed show pirate in vegas etc... as long as he's living, breathing and able say 'I do', its all good.
We'll have a quick n dirty wedding and 3-6 months down the line, an even quicker divorce. The whole point is to use this as an excuse for future questionings.
IE
Mom: Are you dating anyone?
Me: No, I'm still not over the last relationship.. The divorce was too painful.
Mom: Hmm.
I'm thinking this excuse will last a good 3-5 years.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Woot!
Monday mornings usually mean Monday blues. But once in a blue moon (har har) there's always an exception -- like today.
I can't stop smiling. This ranks up there with baby Kouen.
What can I say? Woot! Woot!
I can't stop smiling. This ranks up there with baby Kouen.
What can I say? Woot! Woot!
Sunday, February 21, 2010
G.I.M.P
ROTC Mike broke the news -- turns out my left leg is 1cm shorter than my right. Ain't that a bitch? He gave me pointers: put more pressure on your right side, work your core, try not to slouch, etc...
So today, as I was slowly getting started with my run, all I could think about was 'put more pressure on my right', 'crap, don't forget to breathe', 'I'm using too much pressure', 'suck in my gut, work that core', repeat and rinse.
35 mins and 5 kms later, my brain was exhausted. @(*$&@(*@!
As I was halfway into my run, I unexpectedly ran into 2 people. I don't know them on a personal level nor have I ever been aquainted with them, but it was weird how at first glance, I just knew who they were.
No, they weren't celebrities or anyone newsworthy. They were a couple. A couple to be married this year (if I remember correctly). Just funny how the world works.
So today, as I was slowly getting started with my run, all I could think about was 'put more pressure on my right', 'crap, don't forget to breathe', 'I'm using too much pressure', 'suck in my gut, work that core', repeat and rinse.
35 mins and 5 kms later, my brain was exhausted. @(*$&@(*@!
As I was halfway into my run, I unexpectedly ran into 2 people. I don't know them on a personal level nor have I ever been aquainted with them, but it was weird how at first glance, I just knew who they were.
No, they weren't celebrities or anyone newsworthy. They were a couple. A couple to be married this year (if I remember correctly). Just funny how the world works.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
At The Core~
As a treat for signing up to True Fitness, they offered 3 free personal training sessions. Yippee for me~
Today was the first session. I thought it was gentle on the eyes, Jason... but no, they stuck me with ROTC Mike. ROTC Mike that also enjoys triatholons, marathons and walks on the beach. Anyway, after drilling me on why I wanted to exercise (apparently 'being healthy' was not the right answer) and watching me do a demo run, he just frowned and did this weird head nod thingy. Apparently, my posture is all wrong, my stance is wrong, its just ALL wrong.
Bah~
Next was core training. He totally dissed my pilates skills (Mary Winsor, I've failed you completely) and tried to correct my core. '你太僵硬了!' Yep, that's what he kept telling me. I wanted to reply with '僵硬有什麼不好'. But considering we just met, I didnt want to scare him away.
Next weekend, next session.
Today was the first session. I thought it was gentle on the eyes, Jason... but no, they stuck me with ROTC Mike. ROTC Mike that also enjoys triatholons, marathons and walks on the beach. Anyway, after drilling me on why I wanted to exercise (apparently 'being healthy' was not the right answer) and watching me do a demo run, he just frowned and did this weird head nod thingy. Apparently, my posture is all wrong, my stance is wrong, its just ALL wrong.
Bah~
Next was core training. He totally dissed my pilates skills (Mary Winsor, I've failed you completely) and tried to correct my core. '你太僵硬了!' Yep, that's what he kept telling me. I wanted to reply with '僵硬有什麼不好'. But considering we just met, I didnt want to scare him away.
Next weekend, next session.
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Urban Dictionary
Definition of [Nancy]
she's bootylicious and funky fresh.
she's a perfect ten and the most amazing person you will EVER meet. everyone who meets her loves her very very much.
nancy is pretty much the sex.
did you see that girl, she was a total nancy!
(boy sees hot girl)
boy: WOAH WHAT A NANCY!
hahahaha~
she's bootylicious and funky fresh.
she's a perfect ten and the most amazing person you will EVER meet. everyone who meets her loves her very very much.
nancy is pretty much the sex.
did you see that girl, she was a total nancy!
(boy sees hot girl)
boy: WOAH WHAT A NANCY!
hahahaha~
Sunday, February 07, 2010
nobody, nobody machu
i can dance nobody in mah sleep now~
year end dinner was AWESOME -- only cuz i don't remember half it being drunk for most of the nite. but the end results? CHA-CHING baby!
i'm so getting a new laptop over break! =T
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on a different note, i got membership at true fitness today. the smell of sweat reminded me of the good ol days spent at cali fitness.
year end dinner was AWESOME -- only cuz i don't remember half it being drunk for most of the nite. but the end results? CHA-CHING baby!
i'm so getting a new laptop over break! =T
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on a different note, i got membership at true fitness today. the smell of sweat reminded me of the good ol days spent at cali fitness.
Thursday, February 04, 2010
Thirsty Thursdays
Feelings, nothing more than fee..fee..feelings~
Company year end dinner is tomorrow -- half dreading, half anxious.
The only sound in my head right now is 'cha-ching!' cuz mama needs a new laptop el pronto~
Company year end dinner is tomorrow -- half dreading, half anxious.
The only sound in my head right now is 'cha-ching!' cuz mama needs a new laptop el pronto~
Wednesday, February 03, 2010
Perceptions
Taking a cue from Queenie (somewhat), my life has now once again revolved around work (somewhat). As I'm getting more and more settled into my new digs, things are slowly falling into place.
A very recent biz trip down to KS with a coworker became more of a bonding trip. I thought we knew each other pretty well (as co workers go) and for those that know me or have worked with me, I crack inappropriate jokes during the worst time, I sing way off key when I'm stressed, I show what color panties I have and ask what color other people are wearing...
My point? Her perception of me is a complete 180 of what I just described. Funny thing is, my boss said someting similar couple months before.
Hmm, who would've thunk~
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From the wonderful news section: Its a boy!!! And also caongrats to Doc and Danny!! 4th o July, here I come!
A very recent biz trip down to KS with a coworker became more of a bonding trip. I thought we knew each other pretty well (as co workers go) and for those that know me or have worked with me, I crack inappropriate jokes during the worst time, I sing way off key when I'm stressed, I show what color panties I have and ask what color other people are wearing...
My point? Her perception of me is a complete 180 of what I just described. Funny thing is, my boss said someting similar couple months before.
Hmm, who would've thunk~
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From the wonderful news section: Its a boy!!! And also caongrats to Doc and Danny!! 4th o July, here I come!
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Cliffhanger
You know whenever you're watching a movie/tv show and one of the character has that window of opportunity to make things right by telling the truth or just plain speaking out loud, but doesn't and a whole bunch of crap (that could've been easily avoided) happens?
And everytime you think to yourself,'幹~又在托戲. 講出來就好了ㄚ!'
Art imitating life...
I talked to Eve (my coworker) about this and she simply said 'some things just aren't meant to be said.' I think that's horseshit (could be my stubborness, could be the American in me), but on some level, I know she's right.
So now what?
And everytime you think to yourself,'幹~又在托戲. 講出來就好了ㄚ!'
Art imitating life...
I talked to Eve (my coworker) about this and she simply said 'some things just aren't meant to be said.' I think that's horseshit (could be my stubborness, could be the American in me), but on some level, I know she's right.
So now what?
Monday, January 11, 2010
Friday, January 08, 2010
Run Nancy, Run!
Jogged to Fanny's place last nite. Such a bad idea to run outside at nite in Taipei. I almost got hit by scooters (twice) and took a wrong turn in the beginning which led me in the opposite direction of where I needed to go. Then, on the way back, I thought I made the right turn, but turns out, nope, sorry, better luck next time...
I'ma stickin to a well lit gym and a treadmill. At least I won't get hit by a scooter...
I'ma stickin to a well lit gym and a treadmill. At least I won't get hit by a scooter...
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Filler Up
After driving in Yilan and not running anyone over, it dawned on me on how much I miss it!
So after checking prices on the most economic car in Taiwan -- I've concluded that I can't afford shit here with my salary plus mortgage. There is the option of getting a roommate to help with the mortgage or getting a used car. hmm, I'll see...
So after checking prices on the most economic car in Taiwan -- I've concluded that I can't afford shit here with my salary plus mortgage. There is the option of getting a roommate to help with the mortgage or getting a used car. hmm, I'll see...
Monday, January 04, 2010
Resolutions!
So every year I list down new year resolutions... Last year was horrible. I don't think I stuck to any of them. As traditions go, here is my list for 2010.
1. Get back on the frickin mill
2. Minimize on the procrastination (ha~ as I blog this at work on a Monday morning)
3. Don't sweat the small stuff
4. Have a lil more faith in people -- especially here
5. Reconnect with old friends
6. This one I'll tell you later...
7. Be more organized
Lets see if I can stick to at least 3 of them!
2010, its on!
1. Get back on the frickin mill
2. Minimize on the procrastination (ha~ as I blog this at work on a Monday morning)
3. Don't sweat the small stuff
4. Have a lil more faith in people -- especially here
5. Reconnect with old friends
6. This one I'll tell you later...
7. Be more organized
Lets see if I can stick to at least 3 of them!
2010, its on!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Peace Out 2009!
Oh yah! Counting down to 2010!
What can I say about 2009? Hmm~ Lots of random life experiences fo'sure.
Where do I start?
(in no particular order)
Quarantined for faux H1N1 (love how this is on the top of my list)
Bought a house
Bought company stock
Food poisoning over Xmas
Still at Imperial(!!!)
Road trips with new and old friends
Amanda's wedding
Still drunk dialin folks back home
Getting sick every other month
Shotgun weddings (quoting Kristi "its raining babies!")
All the Seatown/Cali folks visiting
Drama-rama
Realizing habits are called habits for a reason (ie. road rage)
Only 1 gray hair this year!
Fresh ink
Please, no more biz trips to Macau!
Wakabayashi Jr. ^__^
2009 was definitely full of ups and downs and its ending on a really good note. News of baby Wakabayashi, for some reason, put a lot of things into perspective. It's like a kick in the ass to stop fuckin around and to be more pro-active.
I usually go with the flow of things, but I'm pretty anxious (in a good way) for 2010.
What can I say about 2009? Hmm~ Lots of random life experiences fo'sure.
Where do I start?
(in no particular order)
Quarantined for faux H1N1 (love how this is on the top of my list)
Bought a house
Bought company stock
Food poisoning over Xmas
Still at Imperial(!!!)
Road trips with new and old friends
Amanda's wedding
Still drunk dialin folks back home
Getting sick every other month
Shotgun weddings (quoting Kristi "its raining babies!")
All the Seatown/Cali folks visiting
Drama-rama
Realizing habits are called habits for a reason (ie. road rage)
Only 1 gray hair this year!
Fresh ink
Please, no more biz trips to Macau!
Wakabayashi Jr. ^__^
2009 was definitely full of ups and downs and its ending on a really good note. News of baby Wakabayashi, for some reason, put a lot of things into perspective. It's like a kick in the ass to stop fuckin around and to be more pro-active.
I usually go with the flow of things, but I'm pretty anxious (in a good way) for 2010.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Baby Talk
Whenever a friend or friend of a friend announced an engagement, we'd always joke 'is she pregnant?' out of good humor.
After a bunch of missed calls and a somewhat excited voicemail, it didnt dawn on me of what's to come.
I still think I'm being punk'd (just kidding!!!)...
This is hands down the best news I've heard in 2009.
I wonder if you'll name the kid 'something warrior wakabayashi'... Has a nice ring to it, no?
Congrats again!
After a bunch of missed calls and a somewhat excited voicemail, it didnt dawn on me of what's to come.
I still think I'm being punk'd (just kidding!!!)...
This is hands down the best news I've heard in 2009.
I wonder if you'll name the kid 'something warrior wakabayashi'... Has a nice ring to it, no?
Congrats again!
Monday, December 21, 2009
B. Murphy
A Munday it is with news of her passing.
Moments like these always make me think of the cliches: life is short, important things in life, living with no regrets, etc. But once the moment passes, I go back to my routine as if nothing had ever happened.
As I'm away from my family and friends this holiday season (like many holiday seasons), just know that I'm thinkin of you guys and that your Christmas cards will probably arrive after the new year.
Har har~
Moments like these always make me think of the cliches: life is short, important things in life, living with no regrets, etc. But once the moment passes, I go back to my routine as if nothing had ever happened.
As I'm away from my family and friends this holiday season (like many holiday seasons), just know that I'm thinkin of you guys and that your Christmas cards will probably arrive after the new year.
Har har~
Friday, December 18, 2009
Inner Charlotte
A guy that I used to have a crush on left me a message on FB recently. I don't know why, but I'm still smiling. Funny how after all these years, he's still able to give me the warm n fuzzies...
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Squares with Chocolate Chips
Ingredients
50 mL 1/4 cup margarine or butter
1 pkg 1 pkg 250 g (about 40) regular marshmallows or 5 cups miniature marshmallows
2 mL 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
1.5 L 6 cups RICE KRISPIES*
250 mL 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Preparation
In large saucepan over low heat, melt margarine. Add marshmallows; stir until melted and well blended. Remove from heat.
Stir in vanilla. Add cereal, stirring until coated. Add chocolate chips, stirring until thoroughly coated.
Using lightly-buttered spatula, press into buttered 3.5 L (13 x 9") pan. Cool. Cut into squares.
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da da dum!
50 mL 1/4 cup margarine or butter
1 pkg 1 pkg 250 g (about 40) regular marshmallows or 5 cups miniature marshmallows
2 mL 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
1.5 L 6 cups RICE KRISPIES*
250 mL 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Preparation
In large saucepan over low heat, melt margarine. Add marshmallows; stir until melted and well blended. Remove from heat.
Stir in vanilla. Add cereal, stirring until coated. Add chocolate chips, stirring until thoroughly coated.
Using lightly-buttered spatula, press into buttered 3.5 L (13 x 9") pan. Cool. Cut into squares.
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da da dum!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Defining Moments
An excoworker IM'd me recently and noted how exciting my life is -- basing all this on my FB pictures.
If she only knew that I had 15 work events within a 6 week period that spanned 2 countries and 3 cities in Taiwan. During the same 6 week period, I: filed dozens of paperwork for a damn house that I didn't want to get in the first place; met with interior designers after work to make the house more live-able; used my weekends (when I'm not traveling) to pick out flooring, bathroom toilets, sinks, faucets, tubs, shower heads, an entire kitchenette, granite tiles for the kitcken, color panels for the kitchen cabinets; wall color, door color, stair color; back and forth trips between the house and numerous furniture stores to check measurments, breaking down already installed lighting to fit a closet in, breaking down already installed wall frames b/c the door space was too narrow, finding out they booked the wrong color wood floor AFTER they installed it; the numerous trips to the house during lunch hour, after work, day after day...
I'm exhausted as hell.
The events are done (thank god) and the house is in its final stretch. My life is not exciting. Because on top of all this, there's other drama (within the same time period). The kind that you see on day time soap and every week there's something new and even more out there -- this isn't November sweeps people.
And in the midst of all this, moments are defined, characters revealed, actions speaking louder than words and the ugly truth comes out. It's heartbreaking and disappointing but also a relief b/c finally you stop wondering, you stop caring...
Yeah, my life is totally exciting~~
If she only knew that I had 15 work events within a 6 week period that spanned 2 countries and 3 cities in Taiwan. During the same 6 week period, I: filed dozens of paperwork for a damn house that I didn't want to get in the first place; met with interior designers after work to make the house more live-able; used my weekends (when I'm not traveling) to pick out flooring, bathroom toilets, sinks, faucets, tubs, shower heads, an entire kitchenette, granite tiles for the kitcken, color panels for the kitchen cabinets; wall color, door color, stair color; back and forth trips between the house and numerous furniture stores to check measurments, breaking down already installed lighting to fit a closet in, breaking down already installed wall frames b/c the door space was too narrow, finding out they booked the wrong color wood floor AFTER they installed it; the numerous trips to the house during lunch hour, after work, day after day...
I'm exhausted as hell.
The events are done (thank god) and the house is in its final stretch. My life is not exciting. Because on top of all this, there's other drama (within the same time period). The kind that you see on day time soap and every week there's something new and even more out there -- this isn't November sweeps people.
And in the midst of all this, moments are defined, characters revealed, actions speaking louder than words and the ugly truth comes out. It's heartbreaking and disappointing but also a relief b/c finally you stop wondering, you stop caring...
Yeah, my life is totally exciting~~
Monday, November 09, 2009
Sunday, November 08, 2009
All that jazz
There's this ABC singer, Alisa, that we had perform at one of our recent events -- surprisingly and thankfully, she rocks on stage. In fact, during rehearsal, I couldn't help but notice certain similarities between her and Amanda. Turns out, Alisa's manager was Amanda's old one (small world).
Anyway, as I watched her perform that night, seeing her work the crowd, all I could think was "that should be diva up there doing her thang..." It was a bittersweet moment -- c'est la vie no?
ps. note to self: stretching is very important...
Anyway, as I watched her perform that night, seeing her work the crowd, all I could think was "that should be diva up there doing her thang..." It was a bittersweet moment -- c'est la vie no?
ps. note to self: stretching is very important...
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Death by 林寶珠。
My moms a funny lady. Just the other day she called and goes "I knew you would buy a house. Fortune teller said you would and look how it came true! Fortune teller also said once you buy house, you will get married soon after! Ha ha ha. So, you have boyfriend now?"
The whole time I was thinking it was all a conspiracy. It was my mom that kept hounding me everyday to buy a damn house and now I know why. Taiwanese mom's are totally scandalous...
The whole time I was thinking it was all a conspiracy. It was my mom that kept hounding me everyday to buy a damn house and now I know why. Taiwanese mom's are totally scandalous...
Monday, October 19, 2009
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Autumn Days
Change in weather, change in scenary, change in perception...
Summer has ended and just like that, another year has passed.
Just like that...
Summer has ended and just like that, another year has passed.
Just like that...
Sunday, October 04, 2009
Low...
Wake me up when September ends...
I'm AWAKE! K, maybe not wide awake, but my eyes are definitely open. My self indulgent month is over and its time to face the phat lady.
Back from Langkawi and I can only describe it as awesome! I haven't traveled with a big group since my Bali trip back in 2003, but this was a great group considering most met for the first time. In a nutshell, the days were spent out in the sun, the nites were spent watching Gossip Girl, season one. What can I say, that's just how we rolled! Tons of pics (I think 1000+ were taken courtesy of Daisy), which I am still waiting for and will post (just the PG ones). Already planning my next destination for CNY. I'm thinking white sandy beach in ....?
The housing thing is coming along and I met with interior designers last week on how they can squeeze me for every cent I have. I'm looking at the layout one of the designers drafted up and I'm debating whether to keep the guest room or make it into an office or dining room or convert the 2nd bathroom into a walk in closet. This is how lame my personal life has become -- my friend Andy asked why I'm still single. Well dude, there's your answer.
A new development at work happened via email followed by a phone call. I'm all for it but as my mind wanders to the endless possibilities, the more unliklihood its going to happen. Thats how pessimistic I am about these things. Whatever will be, will be.
Oh, on a happy note, its my 10th year anniversary with the college crew! 10 years... Kristi lah, I'ma be telling our story to your kids one day -- including all those times I copied your homework, Rihanna days, jerky girls, etc. Can't wait for the reunion in Hawaii!
I'm AWAKE! K, maybe not wide awake, but my eyes are definitely open. My self indulgent month is over and its time to face the phat lady.
Back from Langkawi and I can only describe it as awesome! I haven't traveled with a big group since my Bali trip back in 2003, but this was a great group considering most met for the first time. In a nutshell, the days were spent out in the sun, the nites were spent watching Gossip Girl, season one. What can I say, that's just how we rolled! Tons of pics (I think 1000+ were taken courtesy of Daisy), which I am still waiting for and will post (just the PG ones). Already planning my next destination for CNY. I'm thinking white sandy beach in ....?
The housing thing is coming along and I met with interior designers last week on how they can squeeze me for every cent I have. I'm looking at the layout one of the designers drafted up and I'm debating whether to keep the guest room or make it into an office or dining room or convert the 2nd bathroom into a walk in closet. This is how lame my personal life has become -- my friend Andy asked why I'm still single. Well dude, there's your answer.
A new development at work happened via email followed by a phone call. I'm all for it but as my mind wanders to the endless possibilities, the more unliklihood its going to happen. Thats how pessimistic I am about these things. Whatever will be, will be.
Oh, on a happy note, its my 10th year anniversary with the college crew! 10 years... Kristi lah, I'ma be telling our story to your kids one day -- including all those times I copied your homework, Rihanna days, jerky girls, etc. Can't wait for the reunion in Hawaii!
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