I know this post is a little late but it’s been sitting in my draft section for quite awhile now. I’d really love to spend more time posting on my blog because I feel that things are just happening way too quickly that I haven’t had time to really enjoy the moment(s).
But here are some great memories – especially since it involves one of my all time favourite sweet treats, ice-cream!
You can’t see it in the photo but my clothes, legs and shoes were absolutely soaked with ice-cream water as one of the scoopers accidentally tripped and you can guess where the bucket ended up… But I always enjoy myself thoroughly with the Ben&Jerry people! Thanks so much for letting me be a part of such a fun movement.
Just a few snaps and it’s always interesting for me to visit the local schools because I was brought up in a completely different learning environment. Some of the teachers are surprised I have so many curious questions to ask them about how classes are run, the role of a discipline master, etc. Always a good learning experience for me and is such great fun to meet the kids, too!
I know what you’re thinking. How can a soon-to-be (at the time these photos were taken) 25 year old not have traveled to Hong Kong at least once in her lifetime? The only time I’ve been there was when I was a wee, young thing and something tells me that doesn’t really count. But put that aside, and I really don’t have a concrete answer. Perhaps it’s because the route I took is slightly different to the ones my friends decided on upon graduating from high school. Some took GAP years (perhaps the word ‘GAP forever’ is more apt as I hear from some people who are still doing just that – traveling the World, relaxing or ‘searching’ for the perfect job), others went straight to college or started families. I didn’t really choose how my years after graduating from high school would play out, mainly because I was like most 17 year-olds at the time. I really didn’t know what I was meant to do…
It’s that time of the year to share and shower your love on that one person who sacrificed so much to get you to where you are today. Sure, you can show your love 365 days a year, but I guess days like these remind us all to be more thoughtful and show extra TLC!
Here’s a video that captures just how awesome mum’s are…
I’ll be representing, ‘Blessings in a Bag‘ at this event where you can bring your mum for a breakfast, lunch or high-tea treat. I would encourage you to make reservations earlier if you can!
This was my second visit to OTTO and it was nice to see what it’s like during the lunch-time hours. OTTO is located in the heart of town at the Red Dot Traffic Building, which is near the Central Business District, Chinatown and minutes away from Orchard Road. They offer contemporary Italian cuisine alongside traditional Italian hospitality (I love how down to earth Executive Chef Michele Pavanello is and how attentive the staff are). What’s great about OTTO is that the dining experience is cosy yet elegant and it’s perfect for catching up with your friends, treating a loved one, hosting a business luncheon or even enjoying a romantic date night.
Apart from its main dining hall which was where I lunched, OTTO also has two private rooms, a function room and an alfresco lounge area.
See more after the jump!
P.S These photos were taken on my iPhone and I’m still such a n00b with it all so hopefully they’ll get better in time…
Once in awhile it’s good to break out of the normal routine of doing things and just try something new. This year is the year I commit to making life an adventure so why not head back to a familiar neighbourhood and pass by my old high-school, too?
When I was in year 10, there wasn’t much activity off-campus and most of us were whisked off by scheduled private school buses anyway. But strolling down the lush greenery, different communities have sprouted up – from a block of office space (filled with boutique shops and businesses) to an arts/drama school to a cluster of eateries.
And ‘new feeling’. I tossed and turned in my bed past 2am late last night and tried to chase away the annoying voice of uncertainty: What if I’m not fit enough? What if I throw up because it’s THAT intense? What if I can’t keep up?
Stop.
There’s no point worrying about what tomorrow brings, I said to myself. It doesn’t make today any better nor does it make the worrying any less. 2012 is my year for an adventure, to try new things, be more open-minded to what the World has to offer and… as a great movie I watched over the weekend puts it:
“You know, sometimes all you need is 20 seconds of insane courage. Just literally 20 seconds of embarrassing bravery. And I promise you, something great will come of it.”
So here’s to my new beginning at an awesome fitness studio. (You need to check it out HERE.) But more importantly, here’s to plenty more instances for ’20 seconds of insane courage’.
Who says resolutions were only meant for the start of the year?
I was recently invited to be a part of the NIKE Fastinista Workshop held at the Nike store in Orchard Central. It’s not simply about going for a workout and sweating up a storm anymore, it’s about looking good and feeling confident in what you’re wearing.
Oh and PS, a little bit of a distraction from what the event was all about. This is a video I just stumbled upon last night and I absolutely LOVE. Isn’t it the cutest?! I love her outfit as well – definitely falling into my Nike Fastinista Category
So one of the most exciting times for me when going on a trip is where I’ll be putting up. I’ve stayed as the Ascott on Sathorn before but this time, they put us on a lower level but a room that had a much bigger space – a living room, dining area, larger wardrobe space was a bonus that I missed out the last time round.
Here are some photos I managed to snap of the apartment. I keep wanting to call it a hotel because my stay was so short but it’s really a serviced apartment.
Had the privilege of hosting (on a very hot and humid night – thinking about it makes me want to break out in a sweat all over again!) LADIES’ NIGHT OUT 2012 organised by students from NTU and sponsored by the Health Promotion Board as part of their ‘Live it Up’ Campaign.
More photos of the night after the jump – plus a very personal story.
