LosT anOtHeR PaiR of EarRings
I have lost more than 10 pairs of earrings ever since I came to U.S. three years ago...
They were my favorites...sob sob...
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Yup...Finally made up my mind!
I woke up quite early this morning, thought of joining my uncle for the Taiwan Election News.
Well...I have to admit that I am not as enthusiastic as he does. He actually watched the whole Election process from midnight till 6:30 in the morning. He only had two hours slept before he sends his son to the tuition center in Manhattan at 8:30am.
Again, we paid a visit to our friend's house in New Jersey (NJ) before she leaves for H.K. I am glad to see her smile again with her blushing cheeks. She seems like she is getting better, yet getting sick of tasteless food, tones of medicines and supplements. Pity lady.
While getting sick of all these, I think she must be thankful to have all her good brother, sisters, brother-in-law, husband, son and friends who will always be there to take good care of her. Needless to worry much about things she used to take care of. I am so happy to see how helpful and friendly her siblings and family members are. They are so kind and their relationship is good! They can really be role models for anyone of us =)
Lastly, I wish her all the best in H.K. and come back to U.S. soon! We will miss you!
I woke up quite early this morning, thought of joining my uncle for the Taiwan Election News.
Well...I have to admit that I am not as enthusiastic as he does. He actually watched the whole Election process from midnight till 6:30 in the morning. He only had two hours slept before he sends his son to the tuition center in Manhattan at 8:30am.
Again, we paid a visit to our friend's house in New Jersey (NJ) before she leaves for H.K. I am glad to see her smile again with her blushing cheeks. She seems like she is getting better, yet getting sick of tasteless food, tones of medicines and supplements. Pity lady.
While getting sick of all these, I think she must be thankful to have all her good brother, sisters, brother-in-law, husband, son and friends who will always be there to take good care of her. Needless to worry much about things she used to take care of. I am so happy to see how helpful and friendly her siblings and family members are. They are so kind and their relationship is good! They can really be role models for anyone of us =)
Lastly, I wish her all the best in H.K. and come back to U.S. soon! We will miss you!
Friday, March 21, 2008
Rewards for myself!
Shopped happily and went home for dinner!
People need to be rewarded for their hard works and recognition is a motivator (not only from others, most importantly, by themselves)!
As usual, I went to shopping after work just now. Sometimes, I really enjoy shopping alone…but only during day time. I myself also wonder why I feel so unsecured to go home alone at night. Therefore, I will usually get back to my apart before the day gets dark.
I saw a clothing shop is having sales on the way to the subway station at 34th Street, Manhattan. Unfortunately, it will be closing down soon. Well…this is not the only shop closing down in Midtown Manhattan. In fact, there are many clothing shops in Fashion District closing down one-by-one. Will these caused by the poor market performance in recent year? Or it is getting more competitive to stay strong in the fashion world?!
My personal opinion is both factors affected the retail sales. Plunging stock market, credit crisis, home mortgage issues, higher crude oil trading costs, higher inflation rate, weaker currency rate, higher CPI, lower employment rate, etc… all are contributing to the poor market performance which in turn reduce the sales in market. Conservative, less aggressive consumers would rather save more money for future than spending extra money in the market. Even aggressive consumers lower down their spending yet still maintaining their usual lifestyle. It reduces the volatility and prosperity of the market. Hence, consumers spending less amount of money on unnecessary stuffs, especially clothing and vacations.
Owners in the fashion market are not only affected by the prosperity of the market. They are also important for them to stay strong and tough in the fashion world. Weaker players will be kicked out of the market and stronger new comers will be the upcoming next players in the market. This is a basic rule in every business. Only new, creative, imaginative, consumer friendly, updated business will get to stay on the line. In order to survive in the market, they have to be creative in managing their business and then to attract buyers/customers. Good Luck!
Before the store is closing out, I managed to get myself a pair of cute and spring-feel sandals. I like the design and also the painting on the sandals, One of the “must-have” in Spring! =)
Shopped happily and went home for dinner!
Below is part of my old collection:
Thursday, March 20, 2008
? A Should or Shouldn't Question ?
My uncle is going to visit his old friend who is leaving for H.K. this Saturday.
I have mentioned in the other day where we have a friend who diagnosed to pancreas cancer and only have about half a year to enjoy the rest of her life. It was a shocking news for her family and friends. She has went through many times of operation and medical checkup, but there was no signal of illness at all until her last checkup.
Everyone was numb when they heard the news, especially her husband and close friends. None of them seem to be prepared for this moment. 心里真的觉得很酸 (sour feeling)。
She seems so weak now...难道就只能在等死吗？？
Should I pay a visit before she leaves for HK? It sounds like a "forever" farewell, instead of a party full of happiness and hopes. I hate this, but I have to face it no matter how.
What can i do??????
Even if I am a doctor, I have no medication for her at all.
Even if I am a priest, I can only pray hard for her.
Even if I am a good cook, I can no longer cook nice food for her.
What else can I do to make her feel better without feeling pain? How could I make her feel happier?
I am so useless, I can do nothing at all.
My uncle is going to visit his old friend who is leaving for H.K. this Saturday.
I have mentioned in the other day where we have a friend who diagnosed to pancreas cancer and only have about half a year to enjoy the rest of her life. It was a shocking news for her family and friends. She has went through many times of operation and medical checkup, but there was no signal of illness at all until her last checkup.
Everyone was numb when they heard the news, especially her husband and close friends. None of them seem to be prepared for this moment. 心里真的觉得很酸 (sour feeling)。
She seems so weak now...难道就只能在等死吗？？
Should I pay a visit before she leaves for HK? It sounds like a "forever" farewell, instead of a party full of happiness and hopes. I hate this, but I have to face it no matter how.
What can i do??????
Even if I am a doctor, I have no medication for her at all.
Even if I am a priest, I can only pray hard for her.
Even if I am a good cook, I can no longer cook nice food for her.
What else can I do to make her feel better without feeling pain? How could I make her feel happier?
I am so useless, I can do nothing at all.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Be a 1-Day New Yorker Tour Guide/Tourist!
Well...I really enjoyed travel around NYC with them. I enjoyed being a little NYC tour guide for the small group of friends. I could only say that I am an inexperience tour guide, and I only based on what I have been through when I first visited NYC three years ago.
I am so sorry to lead them a wrong direction to the Malaysian Restaurant. I made a mistake between the name of the restaurants. I thought "Sentosa" Restaurant is the one that I go for breakfast every Saturday morning. Who knows the real name of the restaurant is - Oversea Asian Restaurant (食为天）!! However, I am glad to see their satisfaction smiling faces. I know it has been a while not being able to enjoy the Malaysian Food in Des Moines. That's the reason why I decided to bring them to the Malaysian Restaurant as for their first Malaysian Breakfast in NYC! We ordered Nasi Lemak, Curry Mee, Asam Laksa, some Chinese Cuisine, and last but not least, our favorite - Iced Milo! That's just so yummy! Thanks to all my friends who bought me such a delicious breakfast!
After breakfast, it is time to begin our journey!
Our first stop was Museum of Sex. To be honest, I did not know where this museum is, what is showing in the museum, until I travel to the Museum with my friends last Saturday. It is located at W27th Street (5th Ave), Manhattan.
It is not a really grand museum as expected, but it does include something for everyone besides kids/youngsters below 18. It is divided into three galleries: Accessories/tools Gallery, Action Gallery (movies/video clip), and lastly, the little sex tools/arts/accessories/drawings/photos gallery. There are nice old to modern sex movies/video clips. There was a video clip showing many different ways of having sex...Besides the three galleries, there is also a gift shop downstairs. I found some cute and flavored condoms, yet I did not buy them at the end. In conclusion, it was an Interesting Sex Education trip!Moved onto 34th Street (Herald Square) - I love Macy's Spring Window Display very much! They have great and creative window display designers! Their Spring window display was inspired by floral. A fabric big button works as the stigma, and drapes as the petals - combined as the background of the window display. Also, it is used to featuring the new Spring Fashion. Brilliant idea! Good job for those involved!
42nd Street - Times Squeare -will never miss this out!
As usual, it is always crowded and the busiest place in the city.
We stopped by M&M for some sweet treats! Guess what I got....??! I found my name's stickers!!! Yeah!
It is so cute...my little stickers book.
Finally, NBC Studio Tour was the last stop before I leave for home.
Haha...time to visit the scenes behind the screen. It is always interesting to know how things work out behind the screen and it is a good chance to learn more about the National Broadcasting Company which located at Rockefeller Center. Although I am not too enthusiastic about the history/story given by the tour guide, I do appreciate his time and effort to keep entertaining us and giving information to us.Oh...I miss my scones and rice krispy!!! Thank you, Shze Yeong, Muhe, Nicholas, Shobana, Esther and especially Sandy, and Randy!!! Thank you very much!! I really enjoy them, LOVE them! Miss having fresh giant cookies too =)
I am so tired by the time I reached home...zZzzzZZzz...Good Night.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Devil Wears Prada ---> Ordinary Working Lady Wears Prada version
As usual, I took a train to Manhattan Midtown this morning. You will not surprise to see people reading books/magazines/newspapers, listening to Apple Ipod, playing PS game, having breakfast, chit-chatting, sleeping, day-dreaming, make-up, and CHANGING HEELS/SHOES for work!
Yes, I saw a lady wearing PRADA heels in the train! I wondered how much a pair of PRADA heels cost?! Here is my solution:
Yes, I saw a lady wearing PRADA heels in the train! I wondered how much a pair of PRADA heels cost?! Here is my solution:
Original Price: 614 USD
Sales Price: 416 USD
Retail Price: 573 USD
Retail Price: 699 USD
Retail Price: 311 USD
(A pair of sandal as simple as this, cost you and me a fortune~!)
(A pair of sandal as simple as this, cost you and me a fortune~!)
Unless I earn 100,000,000USD annually, I will never spend more than 200USD for a pair of shoes/heels.
My dream: I hope I will be no financial constraint by the age of 27.
Resource: http://www.raffaello-network.com
Resource: http://www.raffaello-network.com
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Blue Night - Michael Learns To Rock
Love this song!!!
(Music: Jascha Richter and Soulpoets. Words: Jascha Richter)
Lately you have been asking me
if all my words are true
Don't you know I'll do anything for you
Sometimes I haven't been good to you
Sometimes I've made you cry
And I am sorry for everything
but I promise you girl
I promise you this
Chorus:
When the blue night is over my face
on the dark side of the world in space
When I'm all alone with the stars above
you are the one I love
So there's no need to worry girl
My heart is sealed for you
And no one's gonna take it away
cos' I promise you girl
I promise you this
Chorus:
When the blue night is over my face
on the dark side of the world in space
When I'm all alone with the stars above
you are the one I love
Your voice is calling to me in my dreams
My love is stronger than it's ever been
Love this song!!!
(Music: Jascha Richter and Soulpoets. Words: Jascha Richter)
Lately you have been asking me
if all my words are true
Don't you know I'll do anything for you
Sometimes I haven't been good to you
Sometimes I've made you cry
And I am sorry for everything
but I promise you girl
I promise you this
Chorus:
When the blue night is over my face
on the dark side of the world in space
When I'm all alone with the stars above
you are the one I love
So there's no need to worry girl
My heart is sealed for you
And no one's gonna take it away
cos' I promise you girl
I promise you this
Chorus:
When the blue night is over my face
on the dark side of the world in space
When I'm all alone with the stars above
you are the one I love
Your voice is calling to me in my dreams
My love is stronger than it's ever been
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Friend's Birthday Party at Englishtown, NJ
Was out whole day on last Saturday...I shall say it was a birthday/shopping trip to New Jersey.
As usual, we all went for breakfast at the Chinese Restaurant call 食为天.
They have nice Malaysian Traditional cuisine (饺子，木薯糕，炸年糕，碗仔糕，芋头糕，番薯糕，kuih talam and etc.) every morning, they could be considered as one of the restaurants in Manhattan Chinatown that offer delicious typical Malaysian food - my favorites!
Of course, these Malaysian traditional cuisines are not the only selling point of the coffee shop. They also offer Nasi Lemak, Laksa, 肠粉, and many more. You may find out more by yourself when you visit Manhattan Chinatown next time! It is located between Allen St and Grand St (not too confirm with Grand St, will check it out and update you soon!)
Partying time!!
What Chinese people usually do during a festival or celebration? Yes, no other better reason than to have "food gathering"!!! People will not only go for one round...it is like a home-style buffet, second and third round, will never run out of food :p
LEt see what we had during the party:
Barbecue pork, roasted chicken and duck, fried mee hoon, fried mee, curry chicken, prawn fruit salad, sushi, spaghetti, AND BIRTHDAY CAKE - Mango Mousse Cake from Fei Tat Bakery, Manhattan Chinatown.
It was nice to be invited...however, I am sorry to say that it could be bored to stay in the same room/house for the rest of the day...ESPECIALLY me, Siok Yin aka Rachel Tan! Never ever lock me in the house for a day...if you are trying to do so, a crazy girl that you should expect by the end of the day. No wonder my mom complains to my dad that I always go out to shopping or tea-ing time. There is no way for me to stay home for the whole day besides EXAM time or when i am sick =p
After complaint to my uncle... (anak manja)
Yeap! I finally get to go shopping!!!!!
I felt like a princess who has a driver to send her off to the shopping mall and pick her up when she is done with her shopping spree.
好心痛哦。。。
荷包大出血了。。。
Must get a personal Financial Consultant soon...(although I am a finance joint bachelor degree holder, I can never control my budget well...- learning ....learning...give me some time!!)
My "driver"/friend, Jackie, dropped me off to the Freehold Raceway Mall which is located at Route 9 South, NJ - 15minutes drive from my friend's house to the shopping mall.
Let see what online expert said about the mall:
"There is a place for YOU, devoted to heightening your standards and maintaining your personal style! Freehold Raceway Mall's wide array of department stores, major chains and specialty boutiques ensures you will leave the mall with exactly what you were looking for!"
Quoted from: http://www.tripcart.com/usa-regions/Jersey-Shore/shopping-malls/Freehold-Raceway-Mall.html
Was out whole day on last Saturday...I shall say it was a birthday/shopping trip to New Jersey.
As usual, we all went for breakfast at the Chinese Restaurant call 食为天.
They have nice Malaysian Traditional cuisine (饺子，木薯糕，炸年糕，碗仔糕，芋头糕，番薯糕，kuih talam and etc.) every morning, they could be considered as one of the restaurants in Manhattan Chinatown that offer delicious typical Malaysian food - my favorites!
Of course, these Malaysian traditional cuisines are not the only selling point of the coffee shop. They also offer Nasi Lemak, Laksa, 肠粉, and many more. You may find out more by yourself when you visit Manhattan Chinatown next time! It is located between Allen St and Grand St (not too confirm with Grand St, will check it out and update you soon!)
Partying time!!
What Chinese people usually do during a festival or celebration? Yes, no other better reason than to have "food gathering"!!! People will not only go for one round...it is like a home-style buffet, second and third round, will never run out of food :p
LEt see what we had during the party:
Barbecue pork, roasted chicken and duck, fried mee hoon, fried mee, curry chicken, prawn fruit salad, sushi, spaghetti, AND BIRTHDAY CAKE - Mango Mousse Cake from Fei Tat Bakery, Manhattan Chinatown.
It was nice to be invited...however, I am sorry to say that it could be bored to stay in the same room/house for the rest of the day...ESPECIALLY me, Siok Yin aka Rachel Tan! Never ever lock me in the house for a day...if you are trying to do so, a crazy girl that you should expect by the end of the day. No wonder my mom complains to my dad that I always go out to shopping or tea-ing time. There is no way for me to stay home for the whole day besides EXAM time or when i am sick =p
After complaint to my uncle... (anak manja)
Yeap! I finally get to go shopping!!!!!
I felt like a princess who has a driver to send her off to the shopping mall and pick her up when she is done with her shopping spree.
好心痛哦。。。
荷包大出血了。。。
Must get a personal Financial Consultant soon...(although I am a finance joint bachelor degree holder, I can never control my budget well...- learning ....learning...give me some time!!)
My "driver"/friend, Jackie, dropped me off to the Freehold Raceway Mall which is located at Route 9 South, NJ - 15minutes drive from my friend's house to the shopping mall.
Let see what online expert said about the mall:
"There is a place for YOU, devoted to heightening your standards and maintaining your personal style! Freehold Raceway Mall's wide array of department stores, major chains and specialty boutiques ensures you will leave the mall with exactly what you were looking for!"
Quoted from: http://www.tripcart.com/usa-regions/Jersey-Shore/shopping-malls/Freehold-Raceway-Mall.html
What I could say about the mall is --- It is HUGE!!
There are 5 individual departmental stores, including JCPenney, Macy's, Sears, Lord & Taylor, and Nordstrom. Of course, that's not all. There are many boutiques along with the departmental stores, for instance, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Abercrombie, AE, Cache, Express, Gap, Forever 21, Charlotte Russe, Fossil, Bakers, Nine West, Aldo, Bandolph, Coach, Amuse Accessories store, Clair's, Bath and Body Works, The Body Shop, and so many more - US version of Malaysia Mid-Valley Mega Mall or One-Utama!
Here are items I got from the mall:
Surprisingly, black-out happened in this mega mall during evening time!!
I could see nothing, all became black in a sudden. Luckily I am not the only one in the store. If not, I will be the one to faint in the dark - hate of darkness.
The back-up power system went on after a few minutes =) Hooray!
However, the residential areas were still in the dark by the time we went back to my friend's house...Black-out might caused by the Thunderstorm in the evening.
哈哈，大家要享用烛光晚餐咯！
Well...it seemed like everyone enjoyed it pretty much~!
And lastly, we hope the birthday boy's dreams come true (Mom who will recover from sick-story will be continued) and be happy everyday!
There are 5 individual departmental stores, including JCPenney, Macy's, Sears, Lord & Taylor, and Nordstrom. Of course, that's not all. There are many boutiques along with the departmental stores, for instance, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Abercrombie, AE, Cache, Express, Gap, Forever 21, Charlotte Russe, Fossil, Bakers, Nine West, Aldo, Bandolph, Coach, Amuse Accessories store, Clair's, Bath and Body Works, The Body Shop, and so many more - US version of Malaysia Mid-Valley Mega Mall or One-Utama!
Here are items I got from the mall:
Surprisingly, black-out happened in this mega mall during evening time!!
I could see nothing, all became black in a sudden. Luckily I am not the only one in the store. If not, I will be the one to faint in the dark - hate of darkness.
The back-up power system went on after a few minutes =) Hooray!
However, the residential areas were still in the dark by the time we went back to my friend's house...Black-out might caused by the Thunderstorm in the evening.
哈哈，大家要享用烛光晚餐咯！
Well...it seemed like everyone enjoyed it pretty much~!
And lastly, we hope the birthday boy's dreams come true (Mom who will recover from sick-story will be continued) and be happy everyday!
Friday, March 7, 2008
Ridiculously Expensive Breakfast
A bottle of Organic Ginger Drink - USD 5.00
What? 5 dollars for a bottle of beverage? Are you kidding me?
Nothing so special besides additional gas and "raw material - ginger" in the drink.
I will just leave it if I know how much it is going to cost me...
Recommendation: Should post the price of the products in the shop!! Please do according to LAW
Oreo Low Fat Yogurt...
I used to get it from Wal-Mart at USD 0.54
However, I paid $1.50 for a cup of Oreo Yogurt in Mid-Manhattan!!!! Three times the price I could get in Wal-Mart...sob sob...
Conclusion:
Living expenses are just too high in Manhattan, or I should say NY.
A bottle of Organic Ginger Drink - USD 5.00
What? 5 dollars for a bottle of beverage? Are you kidding me?
Nothing so special besides additional gas and "raw material - ginger" in the drink.
I will just leave it if I know how much it is going to cost me...
Recommendation: Should post the price of the products in the shop!! Please do according to LAW
Oreo Low Fat Yogurt...
I used to get it from Wal-Mart at USD 0.54
However, I paid $1.50 for a cup of Oreo Yogurt in Mid-Manhattan!!!! Three times the price I could get in Wal-Mart...sob sob...
Conclusion:
Living expenses are just too high in Manhattan, or I should say NY.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
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