I'm a big fan of this Taiwanese talk show called "kan xi lai le". Todays rerun had 5 local models as guests. One of them looked strangely familiar... I kept thinking to myself, "have I met her before?"... then it hit me!
A month ago I had written an entry about a Chinese Angelina Jolie lookalike--I think they're related! They have to be sisters (the big goldfish eyes--uncanny!). I mean, they both have the same last name and its an uncommon one. Plus, they're both freakishly tall for a Taiwanese. Haha--so funny. The Chinese Angelina is an AD at Pubilicis--has to be in her late 20's to be an AD... The model on tv is a year younger than me. I'm just laughing at my thinking process. *chuckle chuckle*
Other than my absurd way of entertaining myself, I lasted 5 full days at Batey! Go me! The work is fun--but a lot of shit to learn. I know I'm going to get 'lectured' in the upcoming weeks. >__<"
I made a visit to this club called Room 18 last nite. They have a new location and its just HUGE! Very swanky inside. I didn't dance much nor drink. I was just in awe at the club scene. Sure reminded me of the days I used to teach English. I gotta say tho, Taiwanese guys sure groove to a 'different' kind of beat. I did notice that a lot of the local girls are getting freaky deaky with each other. Felt like I was watchin porn or something. I left the club around 12:30am (early huh?) and called it a nite.
Time to enjoy the rest of my weekend.
Saturday, July 30, 2005
Thursday, July 21, 2005
Lucky 8
2 mundane jobs and 7 ad agencies later, I will be calling Batey / Red Cell my home.
[insert happy sigh]
[insert happy sigh]
Explanation
I apologize for the "fool me once" post. I should be more descriptive.
A couple of months ago, I had an interview with PR agency. During the phone interview, I had specifically told the person I was not particularly fluent in Mandarin--especially reading and writing. She told me it wasn't a problem and that I should still come in for the interview. Turns out it was a problem--not a minor problem, but a MAJOR problem. The PR director was nice enough to tell me that PR agencies in Taiwan use mostly Chinese to communicate with vendors/media and that the chances of me landing a job in PR was next to nothing. Lesson learned.
Last week, another PR agency called and asked me to come in for an interview. I was very straight up with him about my lack of Chinese and he said it wasn't a problem. *insert deja vu* So against my better judgment, I still went. After filling out a brief application form, I was told that I wasn't qualified for the job. WTF?
Retards, I tell ya. Fuckin retards.
A couple of months ago, I had an interview with PR agency. During the phone interview, I had specifically told the person I was not particularly fluent in Mandarin--especially reading and writing. She told me it wasn't a problem and that I should still come in for the interview. Turns out it was a problem--not a minor problem, but a MAJOR problem. The PR director was nice enough to tell me that PR agencies in Taiwan use mostly Chinese to communicate with vendors/media and that the chances of me landing a job in PR was next to nothing. Lesson learned.
Last week, another PR agency called and asked me to come in for an interview. I was very straight up with him about my lack of Chinese and he said it wasn't a problem. *insert deja vu* So against my better judgment, I still went. After filling out a brief application form, I was told that I wasn't qualified for the job. WTF?
Retards, I tell ya. Fuckin retards.
Monday, July 18, 2005
Ghost Town
ty phoon: A tropical cyclone occurring in the western Pacific or Indian oceans.
A typhoon swept through Taiwan yesterday/today. It wasn't my first encounter with one, but nevertheless it was a bit scary at times. Once the news gave out warnings, people flocked to grocery stores and stocked up on rice, instant noodles and other necessasities. Businesses piled sand bags in front of their stores to prevent flooding and most windows were taped with the letter [x] to prevent them from shattering from the massive winds.
The winds and rain were the most relentless at 4am. The constant howling of the wind was a sure sign I would not get a good nite's sleep. One comedic moment came around 3am when I noticed the air con was leaking water. I instantly grabbed a pad and taped it against the air con to prevent future leaks. I felt like McGyver, but it didn't work entirely b/c I had to change the pad a couple of hours later. ^__^
When the sun rose and winds died down, I took the bus to my friends' apt to use the internet. Enroute, I noticed scooters tipped over from the wind, trees uprooted and the eerieness of the lack of people not roaming the streets.
As I continued to watch the news (I heard that the typhoon had not passed!) a report came on that I thought was smart as hell! A GUCCI store was robbed at 5am and an estimated 2 million NT worth of bags/merchandise was stolen. The store security tapes stopped recording at 3am and with the added typhoon, it was literally the perfect moment to rob a store! Of course I don't encourage stealing, but it was the perfect crime at the perfect time! Kudo's to them~
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Hey Astri, lookin forward to the day of movies, mah jong and kareoke!
A typhoon swept through Taiwan yesterday/today. It wasn't my first encounter with one, but nevertheless it was a bit scary at times. Once the news gave out warnings, people flocked to grocery stores and stocked up on rice, instant noodles and other necessasities. Businesses piled sand bags in front of their stores to prevent flooding and most windows were taped with the letter [x] to prevent them from shattering from the massive winds.
The winds and rain were the most relentless at 4am. The constant howling of the wind was a sure sign I would not get a good nite's sleep. One comedic moment came around 3am when I noticed the air con was leaking water. I instantly grabbed a pad and taped it against the air con to prevent future leaks. I felt like McGyver, but it didn't work entirely b/c I had to change the pad a couple of hours later. ^__^
When the sun rose and winds died down, I took the bus to my friends' apt to use the internet. Enroute, I noticed scooters tipped over from the wind, trees uprooted and the eerieness of the lack of people not roaming the streets.
As I continued to watch the news (I heard that the typhoon had not passed!) a report came on that I thought was smart as hell! A GUCCI store was robbed at 5am and an estimated 2 million NT worth of bags/merchandise was stolen. The store security tapes stopped recording at 3am and with the added typhoon, it was literally the perfect moment to rob a store! Of course I don't encourage stealing, but it was the perfect crime at the perfect time! Kudo's to them~
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Hey Astri, lookin forward to the day of movies, mah jong and kareoke!
Friday, July 15, 2005
Double Take
I was riding down Ho Ping E. Rd yesterday and almost got into an accident b/c I thought I saw Astri! But it was actually the new singer, Rebecca and her entourage. How crazy is that? I didn't mean to stare, but I think she caught me staring at her for that brief .03 seconds. If I had her album, I would've stopped and gotten her autograph. Oh well, its not like she's super duper famous.
For some odd reason, I've been waking up at 6am this past week. It's been hell on my body b/c I try to sleep again, but I just get even more tired later in the day. And there's no point for me to wake up at 6. I think my body sub consciously thinks I have a job but no, I really don't. I guess when I start working, I won't have to adjust. Wow, my body is actually thinking ahead!
For some odd reason, I've been waking up at 6am this past week. It's been hell on my body b/c I try to sleep again, but I just get even more tired later in the day. And there's no point for me to wake up at 6. I think my body sub consciously thinks I have a job but no, I really don't. I guess when I start working, I won't have to adjust. Wow, my body is actually thinking ahead!
Thursday, July 14, 2005
Friday, July 08, 2005
Edumacation
I was crusing a teaching job posting site and the name of this place was just too funny! It took me a second or two to understand.
AGKsion Language School.
hmm--yes, 'education' is very important. I wonder if they can make that into a t-shirt...
AGKsion Language School.
hmm--yes, 'education' is very important. I wonder if they can make that into a t-shirt...
Breaking News
One of the few pleasures I have everyday when I turn on my computer is reading my friend's blogs. More specifically, I read Astri's blog b/c she has the decency to update it daily--for that, I salute you!
I absolutely hate watching the news in Taiwan b/c its very repetitive and the news topics always leave me with this thought: oh my god~
There was a story on a security guards dormitory and how his bunk gave him wet dreams every night. Other guards didn't believe him and when they slept on his bunk, they too had wet dreams. Sick~
Then there was the story of a family that adopted a scruffy, beat up dog. When the reporters asked them how the dog was doing now, they said "Oh, we washed the dog and now he doesn't look scruffy or beat up." @;@"
Recently a Taiwanese model/actress came out to reporters that her husband of 8 months had frequently beat her. In an attempt to save her and their 4 month old son, she figured the only way out was to hold a press conference. This has been the 'hot topic' this past week. So hot, that the news anchor held off the London bombing news to show the news of an abused wife.
Gee, I didn't know an abused wife story that's been going on for at least 4 days held more importance than breaking news on terrorism. Pretty fucked up if you ask me.
I absolutely hate watching the news in Taiwan b/c its very repetitive and the news topics always leave me with this thought: oh my god~
There was a story on a security guards dormitory and how his bunk gave him wet dreams every night. Other guards didn't believe him and when they slept on his bunk, they too had wet dreams. Sick~
Then there was the story of a family that adopted a scruffy, beat up dog. When the reporters asked them how the dog was doing now, they said "Oh, we washed the dog and now he doesn't look scruffy or beat up." @;@"
Recently a Taiwanese model/actress came out to reporters that her husband of 8 months had frequently beat her. In an attempt to save her and their 4 month old son, she figured the only way out was to hold a press conference. This has been the 'hot topic' this past week. So hot, that the news anchor held off the London bombing news to show the news of an abused wife.
Gee, I didn't know an abused wife story that's been going on for at least 4 days held more importance than breaking news on terrorism. Pretty fucked up if you ask me.
Wednesday, July 06, 2005
Cockroaches vs Mosquitos
Sorry my title sounds like a low-budget horror flick.
I have a bone to pick with the creator of cockroaches and mosquitos. I mean, COME ON NOW! What good are they to society? Why aren't they extinct? It's not like we can eat them (except for the poor souls that do on Fear Factor) or that they're full of nutrients.
Okay, some might say that even though we, humans do not eat them, other creatures do. I believe rats and other bigger insects feed off of them. Not that I'm an anti-advocate for animal rights, but I'm positive I won't lose sleep if we lived in a world without rats, spiders, insects and other diesease carrying creatures. The whole circle of life/food chain theory is just over rated.
I say bring back the saber tooth tiger, wooly mammoth and do-do birds and drive these baterica-carrying insects to extinction! At least the shit from those animals can help fertalize the Earth.
Who's with me?
I have a bone to pick with the creator of cockroaches and mosquitos. I mean, COME ON NOW! What good are they to society? Why aren't they extinct? It's not like we can eat them (except for the poor souls that do on Fear Factor) or that they're full of nutrients.
Okay, some might say that even though we, humans do not eat them, other creatures do. I believe rats and other bigger insects feed off of them. Not that I'm an anti-advocate for animal rights, but I'm positive I won't lose sleep if we lived in a world without rats, spiders, insects and other diesease carrying creatures. The whole circle of life/food chain theory is just over rated.
I say bring back the saber tooth tiger, wooly mammoth and do-do birds and drive these baterica-carrying insects to extinction! At least the shit from those animals can help fertalize the Earth.
Who's with me?
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
70% Fobulous
You know you're turning into a 100% bonafide fob when you start collecting Hello Kitty magnets...
The lastest fad in Taiwan are these mini Hello Kitty magnets. You can only get them at 7-11 (by purchasing 77NT or more) and there's 30 of them to celebrate 30 years of Hello Kitty mania. I initially started collecting them to give to my godmom's daughter, but since she got all 30 of them, I'm starting to collect them as well! They're useful!
I don't think I have the strength to collect all 30, but it would be nice. I think I have 8 so far.
Anyway-- out of the blue, Kieran messenges me and he's coming back to Taiwan! Whoo-hoo! I told Alice that I was the glue that held everyone together (I think I say that a lot). She just laughed in my face. Whatever, I like to think its true.
Oh, I met up with Josh and Timmy today. They bought a basketball at Xi Men Ding and we played ball at Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall. It was fun, hot and exhausting. Too bad Josh is leaving tomorrow--no more ball! =(
Sorry I was such a wet blanket Josh! I promise to take you out next time you're in town!!!
The lastest fad in Taiwan are these mini Hello Kitty magnets. You can only get them at 7-11 (by purchasing 77NT or more) and there's 30 of them to celebrate 30 years of Hello Kitty mania. I initially started collecting them to give to my godmom's daughter, but since she got all 30 of them, I'm starting to collect them as well! They're useful!
I don't think I have the strength to collect all 30, but it would be nice. I think I have 8 so far.
Anyway-- out of the blue, Kieran messenges me and he's coming back to Taiwan! Whoo-hoo! I told Alice that I was the glue that held everyone together (I think I say that a lot). She just laughed in my face. Whatever, I like to think its true.
Oh, I met up with Josh and Timmy today. They bought a basketball at Xi Men Ding and we played ball at Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall. It was fun, hot and exhausting. Too bad Josh is leaving tomorrow--no more ball! =(
Sorry I was such a wet blanket Josh! I promise to take you out next time you're in town!!!
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Chinese Angelina Jolie!?
When I interviewed for the AE position at Publicis, I noticed that the account director looked a lot like Angelina Jolie! I thought I was imaging things...but when I went in again for my Chinese test, the resemblance was uncanny! Similar facial structure, big eyes, lips--and she's tall for a Taiwanese! (I'm guessing around 5'9).
Anyway, there's a new singer in Taiwan that I think resembles the lovely Astri.
http://www.forward.com.tw/rebecca/
Look-a-like rate = 85%
What do you guys think?
Anyway, there's a new singer in Taiwan that I think resembles the lovely Astri.
http://www.forward.com.tw/rebecca/
Look-a-like rate = 85%
What do you guys think?
Monday, June 20, 2005
Sithsense
Sithsense my ass! I thought it was a 20 questions game--freakin darth vader kept asking! I think he asked 26 questions and still couldn't figure out my object. I was thinking of a toothbrush. Next time, I'm going to think of a vibrator--let's see if I can outwit a darthie twice!
Whoo-hoo! Just got a free black bra from Alice! It fits like a glove and makes my boobs look bigger! I shall call it my Black Magic bra! mUahahahaha.
Whoo-hoo! Just got a free black bra from Alice! It fits like a glove and makes my boobs look bigger! I shall call it my Black Magic bra! mUahahahaha.
Thursday, June 16, 2005
Cable TV
It just struck me now that cable tv here includes commercials! What a pain in the ass! I was watching Sex and the City and I was interupted by several commercials! Grr~ I thought the whole point of subscribing to movie channels was to get rid of unwanted commercials.
My Godmom works for a high end retail store, Loewe, and they had a fashion show the other day at Taipei 101. Jason and Amanda couldn't make it so it was just me and Alice enjoying the h'orderves and cocktails. My Godmom was helping out a really x5 rich customer and pulled Alice and I aside and asked us if we wanted to be introduced to the guy. SUGA DADDY! But considering it was a bit scandelous, we quickly changed the topic. Whew~
Now for official news. I've accepted a job as a Trade Account Executive. My starting date is still being scheduled, but I told them June 20th is my preferable start date. It's not advertising, but its a great company and there's lots of room for advancement.
My Godmom works for a high end retail store, Loewe, and they had a fashion show the other day at Taipei 101. Jason and Amanda couldn't make it so it was just me and Alice enjoying the h'orderves and cocktails. My Godmom was helping out a really x5 rich customer and pulled Alice and I aside and asked us if we wanted to be introduced to the guy. SUGA DADDY! But considering it was a bit scandelous, we quickly changed the topic. Whew~
Now for official news. I've accepted a job as a Trade Account Executive. My starting date is still being scheduled, but I told them June 20th is my preferable start date. It's not advertising, but its a great company and there's lots of room for advancement.
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
Super Granny
My Grandma has super duper human strengths! When I came home last nite, I saw a HUGE ASS spider on the wall. I mean, it was the size of my hand! I started shrieking like a girly girl and my grandma took one look, went to the kitchen, grabbed a broom and started beating the crap out of the spider. I figured I needed a weapon to protect myself, just in case the spider were to attack me, and the nearest object I could get my hands on was an umbrella.
My grandma doesn't have very good eye sight and kept missing the the spider when it fell to the floor. In a brave attempt by yours truly, I took one swing and defeated the giant spider! As teh spider lay dead on the floor, my grandma swoops down and picks up the dead carcass with her bare hands!!! Once again, I started shrieking like a girly girl cuz it was just too much!!
And that's my story.
My grandma doesn't have very good eye sight and kept missing the the spider when it fell to the floor. In a brave attempt by yours truly, I took one swing and defeated the giant spider! As teh spider lay dead on the floor, my grandma swoops down and picks up the dead carcass with her bare hands!!! Once again, I started shrieking like a girly girl cuz it was just too much!!
And that's my story.
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
LIVESTRONG
In the states, it seems like everyone has one of those yellow 'livestrong' bracelets (I'm no exception). But in Taiwan, the only people I've noticed that wear them are people in advertising. And whenever they see me wearing it, they have a 'shocked' expression on their faces. Kinda funny.
Anyhoo, after the disappointment with McCann, I started to weigh my options to pursue other opportunities. Wham-bam~ I got an offer at a trading company and it aint too bad. I have till Friday to tell them my final decision. But at this point I'll be taking it. The only bad thing is its a bit far. Whatever, taht's what the MRT is for.
Anyhoo, after the disappointment with McCann, I started to weigh my options to pursue other opportunities. Wham-bam~ I got an offer at a trading company and it aint too bad. I have till Friday to tell them my final decision. But at this point I'll be taking it. The only bad thing is its a bit far. Whatever, taht's what the MRT is for.
Monday, June 13, 2005
David's English Center
I think its typhoon season here.... It's been raining like crazy this past week and from the news, there's floods in Southern Taiwan. Yikes!
I have to teach a class demo tonite at David's English Center. The company itself is smaller than Global Village but the pay is higher and its closer to grandma-mas. I'm reviewing the material that I have to teach and it just cracks me up!
A: Our tickets are gone! They aren't in my purse.
B: I have them, Bobbie. Can you just relax? You're driving me nuts!
C: Did you see my handbad? I want to read the tour guide.
D: I think your bag is checked.
E: Did you know this airport was built in 1750?
F: You are lying! Airplanes weren't even invented until the early 1900's.
G: I'm afraid of the airplane being hijacked.
H: Don't be silly! Let's get on board.
Once again, I'm teaching adults--so it should be fun!
Loewe fashion show tomorrow afternoon. My godmom told me to bring all my "pretty friends". Too bad most people I know are working! Oh well... at least I convinced Alice, Amanda and Jason to go. Free samples!~
On a sad note, I didn't get the AE position at McCann Erickson. But according to Agnes (hr director), I'm on her short list for future potential entry level positions. Bah~
I have to teach a class demo tonite at David's English Center. The company itself is smaller than Global Village but the pay is higher and its closer to grandma-mas. I'm reviewing the material that I have to teach and it just cracks me up!
A: Our tickets are gone! They aren't in my purse.
B: I have them, Bobbie. Can you just relax? You're driving me nuts!
C: Did you see my handbad? I want to read the tour guide.
D: I think your bag is checked.
E: Did you know this airport was built in 1750?
F: You are lying! Airplanes weren't even invented until the early 1900's.
G: I'm afraid of the airplane being hijacked.
H: Don't be silly! Let's get on board.
Once again, I'm teaching adults--so it should be fun!
Loewe fashion show tomorrow afternoon. My godmom told me to bring all my "pretty friends". Too bad most people I know are working! Oh well... at least I convinced Alice, Amanda and Jason to go. Free samples!~
On a sad note, I didn't get the AE position at McCann Erickson. But according to Agnes (hr director), I'm on her short list for future potential entry level positions. Bah~
Tuesday, June 07, 2005
Internet cafe, we meet again!
I realized from my past posting that I didn't really explain anything. Ha-ha....my bad. So here's the scoop.
After talking to Grace about the job and the meager salary, her opinion was "its too low! find a different job". I called the company and tried to renegotiate the salary. Seeing that they wouldnt budge, I told them politely that I would have to decline the position. Point of the story? I'll never listen to Grace again! =P
Speaking of Grace, I finally met up with her last nite. When she called me at 7:30pm the first words outta my mouth were "oh wow, you're off early!" I was at my friends house when she called and I told her taht I would bike over in a bit.
Yep, that's right! I bought a bike. Not a scooter ( =( ) but an actual 2-wheeler bicycle. I haven't owned a bike since jr. high and truth be told, I'm so out of shape! And get this, its PINK! I bought a yellow lady bug shaped bell and bike helmet. I get stares everywhere cuz people in Taiwan don't wear bike helmets!!! I think its crazy considering all the traffic. I'd rather get the stares than to look 'normal' without one.
Alice was with me when I bought the bike and as I was looking at all the bike accessories, I really wanted to pimp my bike! A basket is next! Muahahahaha!
I have an interview with a Baking company later. Wish me luck Kristi! If I get the job, you'll be set for life with cooking ingredients! =P
Over and out.
After talking to Grace about the job and the meager salary, her opinion was "its too low! find a different job". I called the company and tried to renegotiate the salary. Seeing that they wouldnt budge, I told them politely that I would have to decline the position. Point of the story? I'll never listen to Grace again! =P
Speaking of Grace, I finally met up with her last nite. When she called me at 7:30pm the first words outta my mouth were "oh wow, you're off early!" I was at my friends house when she called and I told her taht I would bike over in a bit.
Yep, that's right! I bought a bike. Not a scooter ( =( ) but an actual 2-wheeler bicycle. I haven't owned a bike since jr. high and truth be told, I'm so out of shape! And get this, its PINK! I bought a yellow lady bug shaped bell and bike helmet. I get stares everywhere cuz people in Taiwan don't wear bike helmets!!! I think its crazy considering all the traffic. I'd rather get the stares than to look 'normal' without one.
Alice was with me when I bought the bike and as I was looking at all the bike accessories, I really wanted to pimp my bike! A basket is next! Muahahahaha!
I have an interview with a Baking company later. Wish me luck Kristi! If I get the job, you'll be set for life with cooking ingredients! =P
Over and out.
Friday, June 03, 2005
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
frugly baby
I need to update more. Tsk tsk.
It seems that my past entries have all been about job hunting--well, I'm ending it now! I got a job offer last Friday as a Marketing Specialist (its really a branding position) and I'll be starting Monday. It's not what I had in mind, but it'll do for the time being.
The gals and I went and saw the Taipei Phil Harmonics perform couple days ago and it was amazing! But the highlight of the night happened in the cab ride over.
We were talking about instruments and languages.
Amanda: (to Janet) No wonder you're so good at languages. (cuz Janet's a pro violinist)
Janet: Yes, its because I can hear things...
Me, Amanda and Alice: o__O" yes, of course you can hear~~~
It seems that my past entries have all been about job hunting--well, I'm ending it now! I got a job offer last Friday as a Marketing Specialist (its really a branding position) and I'll be starting Monday. It's not what I had in mind, but it'll do for the time being.
The gals and I went and saw the Taipei Phil Harmonics perform couple days ago and it was amazing! But the highlight of the night happened in the cab ride over.
We were talking about instruments and languages.
Amanda: (to Janet) No wonder you're so good at languages. (cuz Janet's a pro violinist)
Janet: Yes, its because I can hear things...
Me, Amanda and Alice: o__O" yes, of course you can hear~~~
Wednesday, May 25, 2005
Whaddya know
I've been on 7 interviews now. I had 2 back-to-back today. I've been getting the same responses "So, how's your Chinese?" o__O"
One of the interviews I had today was actually a 2nd one. I had to do a powerpoint presentation (not the TNS company) and present it to the manager. I think he's from Malaysia or Singapore. I could tell from his English accent. Anyhoo, after my previous experience with people in that area (Pico), I was somewhat prepared in formatting my questions and answers.
They're hiring 4 researchers and do I want to be one of the 4? I really don't know. It would be a last resort. Why? Cuz the manager is from SE Asia! No offense to those from there, but I know how "nonsense" minded they can get.
I have 1 interview tomorrow and then I'll be all out. Shit~
One of the interviews I had today was actually a 2nd one. I had to do a powerpoint presentation (not the TNS company) and present it to the manager. I think he's from Malaysia or Singapore. I could tell from his English accent. Anyhoo, after my previous experience with people in that area (Pico), I was somewhat prepared in formatting my questions and answers.
They're hiring 4 researchers and do I want to be one of the 4? I really don't know. It would be a last resort. Why? Cuz the manager is from SE Asia! No offense to those from there, but I know how "nonsense" minded they can get.
I have 1 interview tomorrow and then I'll be all out. Shit~
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