This was a nice long weekend. Spent with almost the same bunch of friends. Nice and simple nonetheless. I got a pair of shoes tailor-made!
2010 in Retrospect
Personal life wise, was in a relationship and made more friends!
Work wise, job went pretty well, almost bored now.
Studies wise, good and survived the first semester
Healthwise, could be better, revived bouts of ballet and squash. Languished in running.
2011 Resolutions
Hope to travel to the U.S for A's wedding
Hope to find a new role that I might like and be good at. I hope to do quant and write
Hope to learn/continue an sport that I truly enjoy
Hope to pick up an activity, or a musical instrument
Hope to do some charity work. Might be dog walking, reading to kids, or visitng an old folks home.
Hope to have some stability in religion, maybe weekly to St Johns.
Looking forward to spend time and communicate more with my family
Protect the environment, waste less water, conserve electricity, recycle and reuse!
Walk where possible
Monday, December 27, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
The Search for the Ugliest Shoes
It is hard to find a really comfortable pair of shoes that is not ugly. My feet hurt after just half a day of walking. And it doesn't help that I am having leg cramps, and backache, which point to lack of exercise. This I would woefully agree. But no, I did not wear heels, just uncomfortable flats.
So I came home, determined to look up a brand of comfortable black flats on the internet, but so, because I failed, I can only think of Manolo Blahnik or Sergio Rossi. I think they both make good shoes. So, the former is a Spanish designer, who creates excellent collection of shoes for women. I think he shot to fame thanks to Sex and the City's Carrie. According to the designer, feminine footwear really can make a woman irresistible. I think by feminine, he means high heels. Maybe he should try wearing his own creations for a day.
As genetics has it, wearing towering heels is really not a good idea for me, as I do not need the added height, nor do I desire to walk around poorly paved roads with potholes in it and have to yank them out from the ground when they get stuck! So I picked some of the flatter heels I might look out for when I visit the shops. I do hope they are not narrow, as I have wide feet!
And now, from branded to comfortable! Considering Naturalizer, most possibly found in HK's version of OG!
So I think the pictures sum up my point very succinctly. It's not always an easy choice to choose comfort over style, but I am trying. :)
So I came home, determined to look up a brand of comfortable black flats on the internet, but so, because I failed, I can only think of Manolo Blahnik or Sergio Rossi. I think they both make good shoes. So, the former is a Spanish designer, who creates excellent collection of shoes for women. I think he shot to fame thanks to Sex and the City's Carrie. According to the designer, feminine footwear really can make a woman irresistible. I think by feminine, he means high heels. Maybe he should try wearing his own creations for a day.
As genetics has it, wearing towering heels is really not a good idea for me, as I do not need the added height, nor do I desire to walk around poorly paved roads with potholes in it and have to yank them out from the ground when they get stuck! So I picked some of the flatter heels I might look out for when I visit the shops. I do hope they are not narrow, as I have wide feet!
And now, from branded to comfortable! Considering Naturalizer, most possibly found in HK's version of OG!
So I think the pictures sum up my point very succinctly. It's not always an easy choice to choose comfort over style, but I am trying. :)Learn how to Sing?
It says on the below excerpt that singing motivates and engages your mind and soul. It is theraputic. I can understand why KTV is such an enjoyed sport, why people sing in church, why one will hum when you are happy! So ... I might just take up singing classes when my exam is over! I think its the same idea as why I can't dance when I am not happy... so this means I have to be with happy people whom I like when I go party!
"Singing is an act of vibration. It takes music from the realm of the unformed- whether that is in your mind or from that magical space of inspiration- and moves it from within to without. From the first breath singing moves the energy in a circular way inside your body.... The use of the voice can bring about catharsis, a cleansing from the expression of emotion, which is why we feel better after singing certain types of songs. All of this occurs even if we are not conscious of what we are singing, but when we really connect with an intention, the power of the voice and music together are powerful tools in creation.
Whether you sing along to the radio or use vocalization as part of your meditation time, singing and harmonizing are healing activities that bring your body’s vibrations into alignment with the universe."
Taken from "Harmonizing with the Universe" on http://sharelife.wordpress.com/
"Singing is an act of vibration. It takes music from the realm of the unformed- whether that is in your mind or from that magical space of inspiration- and moves it from within to without. From the first breath singing moves the energy in a circular way inside your body.... The use of the voice can bring about catharsis, a cleansing from the expression of emotion, which is why we feel better after singing certain types of songs. All of this occurs even if we are not conscious of what we are singing, but when we really connect with an intention, the power of the voice and music together are powerful tools in creation.
Whether you sing along to the radio or use vocalization as part of your meditation time, singing and harmonizing are healing activities that bring your body’s vibrations into alignment with the universe."
Taken from "Harmonizing with the Universe" on http://sharelife.wordpress.com/
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
Sun Yat Sen Medical Sciences Museum
This museum which is usually empty and contains exhibits of medical science experiments on rats is transformed into a fashion gallery tonight. As I walked home from school I heard some music and realised it was the Joyce's Boutique 40th Anniversay. If not for the music, I could also tell from the big cars parked along the normally empty driveway, and their chauffeurs dressed in white or black suits. So I took a picture of the entrance to the party which was lined with people waiting to go into the museum, which promptly opened at 10.30pm. Visitors to the main entrance were greeted with waiters with drinks on trays.
It was a classy setup and I don't think they did disservice to the historic site. HK continually amazes me at how creative they can get with space, and making the most of an idea, to present it in the most innovative ways. It's such an interesting end to be a passer-by to such a happening event, which I wasn't attending even though it is at my backyard. It is not my scene, but more of the rich and the tai-tais. I will definitely check out the event if I can! It's free to the public!
Pictures taken from my camera. :)
Article from SCMP - 8th Dec 2010.
Over the past 40 years, Joyce Boutique has been synonymous with cutting-edge fashion in Asia. Since the early 1970s, when founder Joyce Ma opened a small multi-label boutique at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, the retailer has discovered and championed some of the industry's most innovative designers, including Yohji Yamamoto, Dries Van Noten, Comme des Garcons and Balenciaga. Ma was the first to open monobrand stores for luxury brands in Asia such as Giorgio Armani, Donna Karan and Thierry Mugler, and also pioneered a lifestyle retail concept with Joyce Flowers, Joyce magazine and Joyce Cafe in the 80s and 90s.
With so many achievements it's fitting that the retailer chose to celebrate its 40th anniversary in grand style by launching, "A Journey in Fashion", a large-scale multimedia exhibition that will debut in Hong Kong, before continuing on to Shanghai and Paris, where it will close Fashion Week in March.
The exhibition, which has taken over a year to co-ordinate, will be presented at The Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences, a 100-year-old heritage building in Mid-Levels that is being used for a fashion event for the first time. Covering two floors, visitors will be led through five rooms, each offering an insight into Joyce's history and development, supported by rare archive images, press clippings and installations. One-on-one interviews with designers and fashion visionaries such as Ann Demeulemeester and Dean and Dan Caten from DSquared will be conducted by influential blogger and ex-Joyce magazine editor Diane Pernet.
A Journey in Fashion opens to the public from tomorrow at The Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences, Square Street, Mid-Levels. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm (closed on Mondays); 10am to 5pm on December 24, 25 and 31. Admission is free. For inquiries, please call 2524 7828.
It was a classy setup and I don't think they did disservice to the historic site. HK continually amazes me at how creative they can get with space, and making the most of an idea, to present it in the most innovative ways. It's such an interesting end to be a passer-by to such a happening event, which I wasn't attending even though it is at my backyard. It is not my scene, but more of the rich and the tai-tais. I will definitely check out the event if I can! It's free to the public!
Pictures taken from my camera. :)
Article from SCMP - 8th Dec 2010.
Over the past 40 years, Joyce Boutique has been synonymous with cutting-edge fashion in Asia. Since the early 1970s, when founder Joyce Ma opened a small multi-label boutique at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, the retailer has discovered and championed some of the industry's most innovative designers, including Yohji Yamamoto, Dries Van Noten, Comme des Garcons and Balenciaga. Ma was the first to open monobrand stores for luxury brands in Asia such as Giorgio Armani, Donna Karan and Thierry Mugler, and also pioneered a lifestyle retail concept with Joyce Flowers, Joyce magazine and Joyce Cafe in the 80s and 90s.
With so many achievements it's fitting that the retailer chose to celebrate its 40th anniversary in grand style by launching, "A Journey in Fashion", a large-scale multimedia exhibition that will debut in Hong Kong, before continuing on to Shanghai and Paris, where it will close Fashion Week in March.
The exhibition, which has taken over a year to co-ordinate, will be presented at The Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences, a 100-year-old heritage building in Mid-Levels that is being used for a fashion event for the first time. Covering two floors, visitors will be led through five rooms, each offering an insight into Joyce's history and development, supported by rare archive images, press clippings and installations. One-on-one interviews with designers and fashion visionaries such as Ann Demeulemeester and Dean and Dan Caten from DSquared will be conducted by influential blogger and ex-Joyce magazine editor Diane Pernet.
A Journey in Fashion opens to the public from tomorrow at The Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences, Square Street, Mid-Levels. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm (closed on Mondays); 10am to 5pm on December 24, 25 and 31. Admission is free. For inquiries, please call 2524 7828.
Friday, November 26, 2010
In Shanghai
I am in Shanghai again. I was here previously in Oct, so 1.5 mths ago. Just to meet a newly signed on client. Pretty relaxing, and less hectic as compared to if I did a sales trip.
I think I am happier not doing Sales. Still putting up at my favourite hotel. Shanghai never fails to shock and awe me. So many tall buildings and so modern! And lots more tourists than when I first came here three years ago. So amazing, what the expo can do for a country!
Just now, I had the most amazing Xiao Jian Bao! It is not small at all, and is similar to a Xiao Long Bao, except much bigger and thicker skin that is crispy at the bottom. I ate six and had a bowl of vermicelli for my dinner. Cheap, just cost me RMB20, approx SGD$4.
I just booked tickets for Ho Chi Min for my family. Budget tickets are funny. They charge for ticket+taxes+seat selector+baggage+insurance+credit card fee. But overall the price ticket is a steal still! I might need to check at the travel agencies for cheap packages for my flight out of HK and our hotel! It will be sometime more, in March next year. At least there is something to look forward to!
I think I am happier not doing Sales. Still putting up at my favourite hotel. Shanghai never fails to shock and awe me. So many tall buildings and so modern! And lots more tourists than when I first came here three years ago. So amazing, what the expo can do for a country!
Just now, I had the most amazing Xiao Jian Bao! It is not small at all, and is similar to a Xiao Long Bao, except much bigger and thicker skin that is crispy at the bottom. I ate six and had a bowl of vermicelli for my dinner. Cheap, just cost me RMB20, approx SGD$4.
I just booked tickets for Ho Chi Min for my family. Budget tickets are funny. They charge for ticket+taxes+seat selector+baggage+insurance+credit card fee. But overall the price ticket is a steal still! I might need to check at the travel agencies for cheap packages for my flight out of HK and our hotel! It will be sometime more, in March next year. At least there is something to look forward to!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
This Week
Sichuan Food with colleagues. Beat this: 5 People, 9 dishes. It was crazy and hot. Favourite was the Kong Bao Chicken.
My favourite was this duo who was playing the flute and guitar. I was mesmerized as I sat in the coffee shop opposite with my OJ on a Saturday evening!
As it was close to evening, 6pm ish, they sky got darker and made way for Cirque de Solei's performance! Look at that naked buttock!
Great end on Saturday with Kalai and the girls and Maurice at Hyde. :) I am loving HK again! I think I am becoming happier again! Yay!
Thursday, November 18, 2010
How am I?
I think things are going well for me in HK. Work is good, health is good (just had my health checkup), studying is good, parents are good. Siblings are good. I cannot be more lucky.
Moved to a product role, and I have to continually remind myself that "Everyone has an invisible sign hanging from their neck saying, 'Make me feel important.' "
I really should never forget this message when working with people. I do, and quite obviously or be pretty curt at some people/clients when they annoy me. This happens to happen when you are in the customer service line and you work with people from all walks of life. I have to suffer fools quietly. So I must run/exercise frequently to vent it or maintain a good balance.
I was with Doris at Cartier recently looking for a watch. She is one classy tai-tai seriously, i go out with her, always feel out-classed! But she is like a breath of fresh air from my daily interactions. Well, not gotten any expensive buys yet, might wait maybe, for what you ask? Wait till I feel like spending!
Moved to a product role, and I have to continually remind myself that "Everyone has an invisible sign hanging from their neck saying, 'Make me feel important.' "
I really should never forget this message when working with people. I do, and quite obviously or be pretty curt at some people/clients when they annoy me. This happens to happen when you are in the customer service line and you work with people from all walks of life. I have to suffer fools quietly. So I must run/exercise frequently to vent it or maintain a good balance.
I was with Doris at Cartier recently looking for a watch. She is one classy tai-tai seriously, i go out with her, always feel out-classed! But she is like a breath of fresh air from my daily interactions. Well, not gotten any expensive buys yet, might wait maybe, for what you ask? Wait till I feel like spending!