Simple Is The Best

Bonne Année!

2012-01-01T17:10:00.002+08:00

Have you had your coffee for the day?
Me, pas encore.

Bought a CD before leaving this country.
A good souvenir I assume.

Well....
Today, the first day of year 2012!

Happy New Year!
May this year brings us more joy & laughter.

Tea Time

2011-12-30T11:05:00.004+08:00

Every sip I took, refreshes me about some people...
I remember a friend of mine who is living in London now.
I remember how she love lavender.
I remember how bad she wanna go visit to Provence en France.
And, she made her dream came true.
Avec son mari.

I remember ma belle professeur.
Another lavender lover.
I remember a little story she told us.
Naughty tricks yet si mignon.
L'occitane...real lavande @ the display?
MDR XDXDXD...

I recalled EW's response.
'Which L'occitane you went to when you practice the trick?'
'So that I won't go to the same store!'
Cause the sales probably gonna say...
"Non non non, don't think about it! Someone tried that before!'
The chats were so amusing!

Some people...
You don't need to spend lots of time to be with them...
But they will leave you an impression,
That takes long enough time to fade in memory...
Or maybe it stays there forever.
You will think of them, every once in a while.

This is one of the reason I love...
And, enjoy my tea time.
I need to remind myself,
That I met these nice people.
So my friends,
Coffee, tea ou.....?

It is relaxing...

E-Code

2011-12-03T21:28:00.002+08:00

Landlord came & fixed the security door!
Apparently, somebody complained about it.
Well, 'it' kinda put us into a difficult situation last month!
It was cold, almost midnight...
Dragging a tired body but felt so glad that home just a few steps away...

But, wait...
Did somebody changed the entrance code?
We kept trying the given code but it just didn't work!
Uh oh, who to call for help in the middle of the night?!
My goodness...

A couple living upstairs passed by & walked up the stairs!
(We thought they were the kids we saw chatting outside the main gate...)
"Excuse me" "Excuse me" ..we tried to get their help but they didn't hear us!
Or they didn't even aware we were actually calling them???
Oh My....

We turned around & thank God!
That two kids we saw, still at the main gate there!!
(That couple who just 'ignored' us, were some other person...)
The nice gal came & helped us, keying the same code for once or twice...
Still, failed...

Then she entered the code again with an asterisk.
And...it worked!
Our angel!
Finally, really home sweet home!
But, the door gone haywire since then.

Sometimes, it behaves good & v.v.
We opened the door few times for neighbors,
whenever we heard few code error alert in a row.
Thanks to those tenants who complained.
And now it's sane again!

After this incident...
I somehow have another view in mind...
Bringing keys is less troublesome than unable to enter the house!
Everything has two sides!
The positive and negative.

Something's Missing

2011-11-05T22:08:00.002+08:00

Une table pour deux...
I think of my close friends when I saw this painting...
I think of coffee...
I think of pie...
I think of scones...
Things which are not on the 'menu'...
Ha~~~

Maple Season

2011-10-30T21:13:00.003+08:00

Morning walk during autumn time...
The picturesque trails, the clean air & the sound of nature...
Helped me threw all the troubles far behind...
I'm fully charged.
It's another brand new day!

Pause!

2011-10-16T21:58:00.002+08:00

Yes!
Take your time, enjoy!
Have a good weekend ahead!

An Inspiring Speech

2011-10-07T10:45:00.007+08:00

"Find what you love, if you haven't found it yet, keep looking and don't settle."
"Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition."
"They somehow already know what you truly want to become."
"Everything else is secondary."
"Stay hungry, stay foolish."

A great and meaningful life lessons sharing from Steve Jobs.Indeed, a very inspiring speech.
It was a commencement speech he gave at Stanford University back in year 2005.
Full text of the speech is published on CNN, (link, below)

http://business.blogs.cnn.com/2011/10/06/life-lessons-steve-jobs-on-steve-jobs

Do spend a little time reading it.
We all have our ups and downs.
Most importantly, we must have the faith & courage to face it.
When there's a will, there's a way.

L'enfant

2011-10-06T15:13:00.006+08:00

~~~

A un petit citadin qui découvre la campagne, une fermière explique:
'Tu vois, là, le coq, c'est le papa. La poule, c'est maman. Les poussins, ce sont leurs bébés.'
'Et celle-là, fait le gamin, en désignant une oie, c'est leur femme de ménage?'
~~~
I picked it from a book that has been long neglected by me.
Finds it amazingly humorous for the first time reading it.
As I read again after some time, I finds it sarcastic somehow.

Summary:
A city kiddo came to a countryside, said to a woman that,
The cock is the father, the hen is the mother, and the chicks are their babies.
He pointed to a goose and asked if that's their maid...? @@"

Are you laughing now?
Do you finds it funny?
Or, you don't feel anything at all...?

If the words aren't from a child...
But, how naive and innocent of a child could be now?
In the current society we living in...

Could we be too frank to people around us?
How would one accepts people that are straight forward?
As we age, we learned that, it is complicated...LOL

Words can hurt, words can even kill.
We are either too careful or care less in words we using each and every day.
Probably, living in a world of lies and disguise..

Anyhow, I wonder how the woman gonna response to that kid?
Is she going to say yeah? Or, just laugh it off..?
Or, is that even a real story?

How would YOU gonna response to that kid?

Jelly

2011-09-10T23:19:00.003+08:00

Too cute to eat!
It's a little too sweet for me but my little nephew loves it!
He just grabbed the cow when he saw it...
No kids will say no to desserts (I think)...

Raining Season

2011-07-31T21:38:00.003+08:00

It rained a lot lately...
On and off...
River overflow...
Flood..
Landslide...
Victims...
These news are the last thing we would want to hear...

Gloomy days...
Sluggish days...
Ah...
Miss the morning walks...
Walking tours...
Sunshine after the rain, yeah....
Soon....

Le Petit Monde Des Chapardeurs

2011-07-22T16:09:00.004+08:00

I just watched this Japanese anime a couple of days ago, for 3 times! And, I am certain there will be a 4th time coming! Love the music, the songs, and of course not to mention the drawings and story board. The English title, literally called 'The Borrower, Arrietty'.

It makes me love miniatures even more! I really wonder if such world do exist? Probably. Who knows? We don't see it, doesn't mean it isn't there. Haa...Share with you, some nice collection from a Handmade Fair, held at World Trade Center, Seoul.

\\(n_n)//

IO?ION!

2011-07-05T23:09:00.003+08:00

Finally, the shipment has arrived! What a long wait! Delivery guy couldn't find the given location and eventually sent it to the work place instead. Anyhow, thanks for the effort! It's cool & man I love this watch! Wonder how long does it take to actually see the beneficial health effects. Seems pretty awesome...that it could improve vitality, mood, sleep, relaxation, meditation. Not only that, it also has natural detoxification of the body and can increase your concentration! Wow, that's what I needed the most. Stay focus! Ha-Ha!

Green Is Good

2011-07-05T22:34:00.003+08:00

Moving to a new house! Not me, my little plants! They surely look nicer and more comfortable now. Well, at least it makes me feels even better looking at them. The white pot, has some lavender seeds in it, I'm not sure if it will grow. Let's wait and see!

Le'ts Twirl

2011-07-04T15:52:00.004+08:00

This is not just an ordinary hula-hoop, it has 48 massage balls at the inner layer around the hoop. An interesting and effective way to get a good shape! And, it is so economical! Let's get the music started and twirl!
Smaller hoop (Red/White): Diameter - 105cm/Width - Approx.3cm/Weight - 0.74kg
Larger hoop (Blue/White): Diameter - 110cm/Width - Approx.7cm/Weight - 1.5kg

The products are made in Korea, it has a total of 4Steps, and prices differ a little for each step.
Step1 cost around us$15 , Step2 around us$20, Step3 around us$23. However, clueless for the last step...hahaha..cuz didn't see that in the store.

Important: Please do not use this if you are pregnant, or has spinal injuries. Get doctor's advice before you planning on performing this exercise. Safety comes first. (n_n)

Accessories

2011-07-01T08:50:00.003+08:00

These little D.I.Y handicrafts drew my attention and I'm dwelling in it. Colorful, adorable and I'm loving it! Look forward for more to come and more to share!
Have a wonderful weekend ahead mes amis!

Traditional Medicine Ginseng Chicken Soup

2011-06-29T09:49:00.005+08:00

Ginseng Chicken Soup is not unfamiliar in South Korea. This shop specialized in using more than one kind of traditional medicine (besides ginseng), which I am actually unsure of what it really is. Ha Ha. Anyhow, the soup is rather thick and the taste...I would not say it is bad. But, perhaps it is not really my type of soup. But, never try, never know! ;)
For further info: http://www.egobong.co.kr/

Innocent

2011-06-23T21:18:00.005+08:00

Sir, I didn't on and off the light frequently.
My mom taught me it is wrong to do so since I was a kid.
So, I surely wasn't the one causing the 'partial' blackout in the apartment.
Maybe something else led to the short circuit?

Ah, he had no idea what went wrong.
But he was kind to get one dim light into the apartment (from outside).
At least the air-condition is working.
And the wall power for laptop isn't affected.

So, a romantic evening.
Working under dim-light.
Sunset mode is on.
How about a glass of wine?

Air Asia

2011-06-09T23:22:00.004+08:00

It was 2220hours and the airport was extremely quiet.
So, it was the low season?
Wondering why the airfare was fairly high!
Or perhaps, too many people were heading to one particular place?
That explained why...

Ah hah! First experience via AirAsia X Premium!
At an affordable price, you could enjoy a spacious seat,
WITH
premium flat bed seat features!
And, extra legrooms too!

A total of 12seats for this sector.
Seat configuration: 2.2.2
Toilet located 3seats's distance away from the second row.
And need not share with hundreds of people!
So, it is far more clean.

You can bring along your laptop, iPod maybe?
Watch your movie, play your games, listen to your favorite music...
Throughout the journey.
Low battery will not be an issue.
As there is a power socket provided!

Hoping this carrier will expand its business, and...
opening more international routes!
With Air Asia, everyone can fly!
A dream can become a reality!
For further info, log on to: http://www.airasia.com/my/en/flightinfo/premium_home.page

Eucalyptus

2011-06-02T14:33:00.002+08:00

A pleasant aroma which not only freshen the air in the room,

also help in relieving the symptoms of cold and blocked nose.

Le Soleil

2011-06-01T10:44:00.004+08:00

A long wait for the arrival of this little plant.
Thank goodness that they finally delivering it before I leave for the weekend.
Or else...
Hmm...

Well,
June is waving at us.
Summer is giving us a warm embrace.
Here comes another vacation!

Life is fun,
If you know how to enjoy it.
Life is interesting,
Only if you have an open heart.

Tiny But Not Small

2011-05-07T17:18:00.004+08:00

This cute purple ball flower makes me act like a kid!
So adorable!
The flower I mean.
Pas moi...

~The Big Ball Alliums~
It's also called as 'big ball onions', best known as 'ornamental onions'..?
Take a closer look!
It's formed by so many tiny little flowers!!!

Allium 'Lucy Ball' is her name, if not mistaken.
Amazing, non?
You sees nothing if there is only one tiny little fleur.
But together in a spherical heads of bloom, it makes a huge different.

Somehow, it makes me have a thought...
That, one might not have much strength to do much...
But together, we can change the world.
Hold on, what's in your mind?

Just thinking that...
If each and everyone of us care to put a little effort...
In giving more love to our Mother Earth.
That would be a sweet & wonderful thing!

Tulips

2011-05-06T10:50:00.004+08:00

I still could recall the first Tulip I received...
Was from a dear friend of mine.
A cut flower, yeah...
Watching it die slowly day after day...
It's saddening and depressing.
Because...
There is nothing you could do at all to change the situation.

And today, here I am...
Standing in this grand garden.
Watching colorful Tulips.
Indeed, I feel more than alive.
Delightful.
Just like them...

Color symbolism?
Red - love, passion, energy, desire, strength...
Yellow - Joy, happiness, optimism, hope, imagination...
Orange - Enthusiasm, vibrant, flamboyant, demanding of attention...
Purple - Mysterious, arrogance, wisdom, spirituality...
How accurate?

And Tulip symbolized...
Declaration of love.
Love in many way...
From family, friends, lovers...
Do you love Tulips?
Yes, I do.

Beautiful huh?
Makes you wanna dance with them in the garden.
Still, no one can change the life cycle.
She does not has an eternity life span.
She will ended up like the cut flower eventually.
That is the reason some people will suffer Spring Fever?

Learn to appreciate should be our daily practice.

La banane

2011-05-05T21:58:00.003+08:00

Pourquoi la banane?
Je ne sais pas.

I was wondering why wearing a banana costume in a flower exhibition.
Maybe the color is sharp and bright..
And it cheers people up?

Or maybe it is just because...
It burst energy!
For there will be lots of walking in this grand park with limited snack bars?

Anyhow,
I surfed a bit and found out this link:
http://www.bananaplants.org/banana-nutrition-banana-benefits.html

Maybe we should consider changing the old quote that goes:
"An apple a day, keeps the doctor away"
to..."A banana a day, keeps you healthy at all time"

Spring Time @ Jeju-Do

2011-04-18T14:14:00.007+08:00

Found this park while wandering around the museum.
Saw two photographer focusing on the petals...
I have no better word to describe this park...
There isn't much water flowing on the river...
It is covered by cherry blossom petals.
A pink river!

Samsunghyeol, another interesting point.
How nice and unique this tree grows!
So picturesque...
This recreational park, an ideal place for little work out!
Lots of elder people jogging around this area.

It's quite a fun place..

Another hidden park around the area.
I kicked, I danced, I jumped...
With a happy face all day long!
It's a short spring.
But going to have a long time memory.
A wonderful weekend here, @Jeju-Do.

Cherry Blossom

2011-04-13T17:14:00.002+08:00

It's Spring!
And I have an appointment...
with,
these charming ladies...

A closer look at you...
You're beautiful...I whispered.
Yet, so delicate...

Faint pink makes you looks more fragile.
When the wind blows,
your soft petals follow them...

You're a performer..
You're a dancer..
And, the wind is your great partner...

You dance with the wind...
Gave me an unforgettable snowing show...
A sweet memory to cherish.

Jinhae Gunhangje Festival

2011-04-11T11:38:00.008+08:00

The 49th Jinhae Gunhangje Festival.

From 4.01 ~ 4.10, takes place in Jinhae - The largest cherry blossom festival in Korea.
Tree-lined streets, of cherry blossom is the main attraction.
When wind blows, it is like 'snowing' of cherry blossom's petals.
Romantic and picturesque!

The river-view.
Full of joy and laughter..
Of course, not to mention street vendors.

Night falls, lights on.
Added another flavor to the festival.

110%

2011-04-05T08:53:00.003+08:00

Une dame confie à une amie comment se répartissent les dépenses dans son budget: -Je compte 40% pour a nourriture, 15% pour le logement, 10% pour l'habillement; 12% pour la voiture, 18% pour les dépenses diverses (gaz, électricité, assurance, etc) et 15% pour les loisirs; les vacances et les imprévus. -Mais, objecte l'amie, cela fait 110%. -Eh oui! Et c'est bien ce qui me désole.

A lady is talking about her expenses with a friend of her.
Telling her she spent 40% on food, 15% on lodging, 10% clothes, 12% for car, 18% for miscellanous fees like gas, electricity, insurance and etc while another 15% for entertainment.
Her friend replied,'But, that's already 110%!?'
She said 'Oh yeah, that's what bothering me..'

My mind paused half a second after I finished reading this 'joke'.
Thinking about those sad news I heard frequently lately.
Thoughts stirred.

We keep taking things for granted perhaps from our Mother Earth.
How much do we really give back in return?
One day, we gonna have to pay it all...

At once?
Slowly?
It's unknown...

Or, it's already happening now?
Is it too late to know by now?
Maybe, there is a lot more we could offer?

For a better tomorrow...
A brighter future...
Days we could wake up with a smile on our face.

TOUS les JOURS

2011-04-02T17:15:00.004+08:00

A delicious green tea cake from Tous Les Jours!
Freshly bake, daily!
Tous les jours,
""" Everyday """
bread ~ that's fine with me.
cake ~ that's a little too much I think.

Les Cadeaux

2011-04-02T12:12:00.002+08:00

Les petits cadeaux de le patron!
Little gifts from the boss!
A mirror & name card holder.

Merci! ;)

Annyeunghaseyo！

2011-04-02T11:44:00.004+08:00

A busy Saturday morning for most of us perhaps...
Regardless which way...

I was watching this madam busy doing the rice rolls...
Seems so easy for her...
But difficult for some others...

Gimbap is how its call here.
Rice roll stuffed with few types of vege - carrot, cucumber, pickles & egg!
For the special ones, you may find...
Tuna, crab meat...

It's indeed quite common for breakfast or a quick meal.
Budget price, on-the-go and give you energy!
Or you could dine-in, enjoy it slowly with a miso soup and some kimchi!

コケコッコ

2011-04-01T22:22:00.003+08:00

Eventually, found this recommended donburi shop!
Literally, it means a bowl of cooked rice top with a dish. Normally the topping would be like fried chicken /pork cutlet, shrimps, eel, raw tuna and etc.
And not to missed out, the egg and the onion with a special sauce topping above the cooked rice.

I had a combo of ebi/toridon ~ shrimp/chicken rice.
It wasn't bad and I think if the shrimp wasn't that 'over fried'...
it would be nicer.

I will be back someday, sometime...
Let's see if a 'change' of that would be possible?
Perhaps...improvement?

^_^

Caffé Bene

2011-03-13T15:25:00.003+08:00

A good cup of tea for a good start of the day!

Have a great Sunday!
Bonne Journée...

Honey bread ~ caramel & cinnamon.
My favorite!

L'amour

2011-02-24T16:39:00.002+08:00

Sometimes,
losing balance in love...
is...
part of a balancing life.

A Ticket

2011-02-07T13:57:00.004+08:00

I picked this interesting story from a movie that I watched some time ago.
It's about a poor boy, who goes to Church everyday, praying to God in winning a lottery.
Until one day, God couldn't stands it and said to him,
"Go get the ticket first my son!"

I laughed when I heard about it.
Man in greed..
Never ending desires..
Maybe I'm just another 'him'...?

Instead of whining about what's fair or not...
Complaining at what's right or wrong...
How many of us would go take the first step,
To make things happen?

Either we put too much effect on the wrong side.
Or, we put less effort on the right path.
So what you're waiting for?
Get up and grab a ticket!

White balance

2011-01-29T15:35:00.006+08:00

( photo provided by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Yangpyeong Hanwa Resort.
What a view!
There's a hiking trail not far from this resort...

Not my call to join this trip...
Even so,
enjoy viewing the photos!

Winter...
Love and hate collide...
Ironic, non?

Like the snow, like the view...
Dislike the cold, dislike the mess it caused...
Somehow...

Certain thing...
Is beyond our control...
And within our control...

Finding a balancing point...
for,
Peace.

Letter vs Email

2011-01-27T20:35:00.003+08:00

Waiting for something?
Waiting for someone?
Feelings of waiting...

A praise to fraises

2011-01-14T14:15:00.002+08:00

I had over twenty pieces of strawberries today...
One of my favorite fruits...
Light sweetness but extremely juicy...

Feeling so refreshed.

In this new environment...
Feeling retarded in communication...
I'm talking yet I'm not really talking to some people...

It feels like...

I'm there even if I'm not really there...
I'm here but I'm not sure if I'm really exist...
Standing here feeling like I'm floating far apart...

Arh...
Who cares...
It doesn't really matter...

Right now...
I just wanna enjoy this lovely fraises...
And doing stuff I'm fond of...

Je me sens bien parce que vous êtes toujours avec moi!

A Connection

2010-12-03T12:53:00.003+08:00

We were strangers...
And now...
We are good buddies...
A connection...
That tie us together....

If, if one day...
The connection is no longer there...
What will happen to all of us?
Asking an 'if' question isn't my way...
But, it slipped off my mind this morning...

We will see...

The dinner was superb!
Good food, great company!
And of course, affordable price!
Just..a little too noisy to chat...

Anyway, millions thanks to my cher ami DC!
You are the soul of our gang!
Merci for everything!
Hope you had a wonderful evening too!

Historical Town

2010-11-24T21:08:00.003+08:00

At the bridge...

Overlooking the church...
Blessing from above...
\\(^=^)//

Row row row your boat...
Gently down the stream...
Merrily merrily merrily merrily...
Life is but a dream!

Love the colors!
Blue blue sky...
Old aged bricks...
An enjoyable night walk..

And of course...
Bistros are along the river...
Not hard to find...
Have a great evening!

Weekday Getaway

2010-11-24T18:10:00.002+08:00

Looking out through the balcony...
All I wanna do is...
To do nothing...

I Am Thinking...

2010-11-08T23:36:00.008+08:00

Just recovered from a serious sore throat...
And I think I talked a little too much...
Well, more than usual...
Till my voice turned coarse by the end of the day...

Now....
Rewinding memories....
Wonder if I used any inappropriate words...
Wonder if anybody misunderstood my point of view...

Do people normally have a habit like I do?
Is this unnecessary?
I guess so...
Maybe, just not everybody....

Anyhow...
The chat always ends with a good laugh...
Friends like them...
It's like the treasures on an island...

Daorae BBQ Resto

2010-11-04T20:51:00.003+08:00

Korean Plum Wine Plus...
Not bad...
Like the plum fragrance & sweetness...

Daorae Korean BBQ Restaurant.
Quite a good place for korean cuisine!
Will pay another visit!

Awaiting the next dining time there...
So that I could really enjoy and eat more!
My sorethroat kept me away from too many dishes...

Anyhow, it got from bad to worse the next day!
And had to pay a visit to doctor!
Hahahahaha~~~~

Run Run Run

2010-11-02T15:36:00.005+08:00

I'm not a sportive person...
Just enjoy the atmosphere...
When everybody working hard to one destination...

Afraid of my slow motion blocking the way...
Keeping my paces to the far left lane...
Watching at the same time...

Life's like that huh, I wonder?
You find lots of companion at the beginning...
But none of your friends could really be there for you at all time...

But you will meet them...
In a time...
At a place...

Looking forward to the next run!
Let's do it!
Together we could make it happen!

Project

2010-11-02T00:31:00.002+08:00

Hello November !
It's time to give la tête a little exercise!
A visual project for the upcoming class...
And that means....
Gotta keep my eyes wipe open!
Look around..
Observe...
Thinking what's interesting to be presented...

To bright a dim room

2010-10-20T17:50:00.007+08:00

I've been told that a friend of mine is losing her mind & soul...
And in need of someone to talk to...
Because of a stressful job...
Because of family matters...
Perhaps, more than that...

Something whispered in my ears and says...
Dial the number...
I picked up my cellphone and made a call...
It wasn't a long talk...
But it certainly stirred my mind...

Lost in finding the way to ourselves...
This probably happens to everyone?
Once in a while...
Who would you like to share this confusing emotions?
Friends, family...or a stranger?

On the very same night...
I saw a friend posted his result of a psychological personality test...
Out of curiosity, I clicked and participated it...
Result says that I would need a friend to share my downs...
Maybe...

Anyhow...
I guess we all just lack of love & care...
Sometimes, you don't need to talk much...
Just need to use the right words...
At the right moment...

Quotes

2010-09-30T23:34:00.003+08:00

It rains everyday recently...well, almost...
I was thinking to write something while browsing through the internet...
There I saw these quotes...
Ops, a bad excuse to actually write nothing on here ;))))

Voila, c'est le minuit....
Monsieur Septembre va aller en vacances alors, bienvenue Monsieur Octobre
N'inquetes pas mes amis...
When there is a will, there is a way!

@@@ @@@ @@@

"I can forgive, but I cannot forget, is only another way of saying, I will not forgive. Forgiveness ought to be like a cancelled note - torn in two, and burned up, so that it never can be shown against one."
"The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong."
"When you forgive, you in no way change the past - but you sure do change the future. "

@@@ @@@ @@@

"I think I've discovered the secret of life - you just hang around until you get used to it."
"You will never be happy if you continue to search for what happiness consists of. You will never live if you are looking for the meaning of life."

Un conseil d'ami

2010-09-19T23:32:00.007+08:00

"On ne change pas"

mais...

"On améliore"

[Dis moi, si j'ai tort]...
[Cherche moi quand je me suis perdue]...

{On ne change pas}..
{On améliore}..

Fraise Moment

2010-08-03T10:19:00.006+08:00

Inspired...@

Strudels...@

Blueberries cheese...@

A taste of Love...@

Not a bad place at all...

I will be back...
Some day...
Some time...

Young Nights @ Vegas

2010-07-19T13:47:00.009+08:00

(all photos by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Grand Canyon ~ World's Wonder

2010-07-15T15:00:00.009+08:00

Impressive construction ~ Skywalk!
Extra ordinary experience!

Spread your wing, like an eagle...

...Speechless...

...Spectacular...

(all photos by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Fireworks @ Disneyland

2010-07-15T13:39:00.009+08:00

Lights on!
Cool...
Love it~

Time to walk around spotting for good place...
For a best view of fireworks!
In celebrating Independence Day!

(all photos by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Half an hour delayed...
Exhausted of standing in a packed space...
For a 10minutes show.

Well, worth it!
It was marvelous!

Une bonne soir!

Hey, it's summer!

2010-07-15T12:12:00.005+08:00

(photos provided by 野ヤギ, copyrights reserved)

Kid's fun time!
It's hot!
And it's time for fun!
Join the crowd!
Hooray!

Amazing Trees

2010-07-15T08:56:00.010+08:00

(all photos take by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Sequoia National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Inyo National Park...

I used to think that, the bigger the tree, the older they are...
But that was a total false thought!

These trips help me gained more knowledge about them...
To really have a look and to feel their presence...
They are so beautiful.

Appreciated the effort to those whom helped preserving these parks.
So fellow, please walk on the trail...
Give the plants a chance...

Souvenir Cards

2010-06-25T02:37:00.007+08:00

"Postcard ~ A quick note in an easy way..."

Small card, big meaning...
It is not about showing off how far you could go.
It is a feeling...
of wishing to share the moment of happiness,
with one that care...
with one that appreciate.

It is also...
A symbol showing one missing the other...
whom apart.
Friends, lovers, family...
Wishing to deliver a message that,
they have been missed and not forgotten.

Maybe...
You might have the wrong thought about some people.
As long as you meant for good...
and no guilt.
Let go the one that do not know to appreciate.
Life's going...

...fin...

Open Top Bus

2010-06-24T10:51:00.011+08:00

Get a two-days pass...

For unlimited rides...
Brings you around the town...
Audio information provided during the tour ;)

Passing by streets through streets...
Skyscrapers, Squares, City Hall, Art Museum, Symphony Hall...
As well as the well-known Victorian Mansions -
'Six Sisters' or "Painted Ladies".

Many movies has the famous Victorian houses shot in them!
There is a park across this beautiful line of houses...
Sun-bathing is one of the favorite pass-time...
Good place for a piece of mind...

So, let's waste no time!
Scroll down for photos view...
Can't wait to share with you all...
Go!

(all photos taken by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

@_._@

Pier 39, restless port...

2010-06-24T07:08:00.014+08:00

Crab Restaurant...

View from Sightseeing hop on/off bus...
You get lots of sunshine...
Lots of wind and cold breeze...
Lots of good view too...!

Fisherman Wharf...
You will have lots of unforgettable memories here ;)

Eye-catching road sign...
With a cute crab...

Pier 39...
Do spend some time here...
Walk around...

Paid a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay...
Beautiful jellyfish...
Good to see, good to observe but bad to touch!

Little starfish saying hello...
Waving his tiny hands to us...
Allo petit! Bonjour!

Group of anchovies?!
Wow, that big?
That's cool...

Above: Yeah yeah yeah....
Bye bye...
You too, have a good day!

Yellow Go-Car on the road...
So cute!

Rainforest Cafe, right across Boudin.
Looks interesting...
The entrance...

Sourdough bread...who's favorite?
Visit here for more info:
http://www.boudinbakery.com/Home Open demonstration bakery!
Watch & talk to the chef ;)

Wide selection of bakery...
With coffee as well...

Teatime!

Adorable little turtle bread...
Too cute to eat!

What's better than...
A cup of coffee...
A nice piece of bakery...
After a long afternoon walk?

^.o.^

(all photos taken by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Foot prints at San Francisco

2010-06-24T03:18:00.016+08:00

For shopping maniac...
This area could fulfill you perhaps...
Macy's, Gucci, Bvlgari, Christian Dior...
Levi's, Nike, Merrell....
All are within walking distance...

Sunny day....

Buildings follow buildings...
Not much trees you could find...
Ding ding ding....
Watch out for the cable car...
Ding ding ding...

One of the cable car route ends at this street...
Closest train station - Powell.
You could find many eatery and even shopping centers here of course...
Thanks for the ride!

Chinatown! What's good for breakfast?
DimSum!
Let's go look for it!

Wow, that's not Golden Gate Bridge..
That's the Bay Bridge ;)

After a long walk...
Finally...
The Shrimp Dumplings are so delicious!
It has a bit of scallop in it as well...
Gonna come here again before leaving the town...

Excuse me...
Just wanna snap a photo of the entrance...

This restaurant always so busy in the morning section...
You need to wait to get an available seat...
Sharing table with strangers!
A real typical Hong Kong Style!

Road sign in Cantonese as well...

Busy day..

Above: Hong Kong Restaurant everywhere...
A good one?
Hmm, go after those crowded one perhaps!
:p

Above:The time is just right!
For the North Beach Festival, 19-20 June!
Weekend, Saturday-Sunday.

Oh yeah, it's surely crowded!
A day for family outing..
A day for couple...
For vendors, merchandisers, etc...

@_._@

Take a look at the photo below...
See how steep is the street?
It goes all the way up, till you can't see the road going down from that end...
Haha, riding or driving down sure fun!

You could find variety of crafts, jeweleries, clothing...
Bags, hats, shawls....
BBQ oyster as well...
Etc..etc...

People busy looking around...
Hopping from one stall to another...
Enjoying every moment.

Colorful buildings...
I love colors...!
It's making things look so lively!
And happy too!

Go Go Go! Get the Go-Car!

Good exercise walking up here!

.... ..... ....

STOP!

Lombard, the crookedest street in the United States!

Steep hills, sharp curves and paved red bricks!

Beautiful mansions, condos, townhouses, etc...
Colorful flowers...

Tourists pouring the street daily around this area...

Rent a Go-Car, try your driving skill here!
But no, we did not go for that...

Reason:
Go-Car has few routes at your choice...
If you prefer to drive around the town without 'instructions'...
Then, drive your own automobile or rent one is not a bad idea at all.

(all photos taken by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Town briefing on wheels

2010-06-24T02:28:00.009+08:00

The Open Top Sightseeing bus.
Touring around the city...

The best is to sit on the upper deck so that you could snap photos!
A jacket might be useful...
It's summer, it's hot but the wind is chilly...
Especially when crossing the bridge...
It's really windy.

Hippies street...

Here we are!
The highlights of the town.
Golden Gate Bridge.

You could even get off at the station and walk on foot crossing the bridge!
We tried that on the second day!
Not bad at all...

Sight seeing bus to the left (in red) & cable car to the right.
note: cable car always stop in the junction, most of the time...in the middle of the junction!
It stopped...haa...;)))

Up-hill?

Steep! Attention!

Up and down...roller coaster rides!

Walk around the town should you have sufficient time!

An interesting experience for first-timer!

At certain station, it's better to purchase tickets in advanced.

Family trip..how sweet!

Hold on tight, we're going down the hill folks!

Watch out! It could an inch close to pass-by cabs or any vehicles!
Fun huh?
^__^

(all photos taken by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Long Drive, stops en route!

2010-06-23T14:24:00.007+08:00

Different species of tree than earlier treks, it's the Redwood...

It's really big....

Comparing the tree with human size, you can tell how big is the tree, I ain't joking.

Incredible!

Cold breeze, sound of the waves....
People come and go, just to snap a photo or two...
So do we...

Care for a swim?
Nah, don't think so.
It's cold and nobody do that here.

Journey continue...

In hurry...
Trying to reach our next destination before dark...
Clock is ticking...

Eventually!

Office closed...
Entrance $5, please remember to pay...
We did...

Incredible!

It's still growing...
There are branches and leaves on the top...
Look through the hole...
See?

It's 5000years old!
Surviving...The little wooden house...

It's truly worth for a visit!

Something you couldn't find in town!

(all photos taken by TYLam, copyrights reserved)

Pineapple Boat

2010-06-19T03:21:00.005+08:00

This is the best Chinese cuisine I've ever had here!
The Kwan's Restaurant.
Only if we have more time to spend here in this town...
We would try more food at the Kwan's!

The Chef's Suggestion:
Hawaiian Chicken in Pineapple Boat!
Fresh and sweet pineapple...
The taste matches well with the chicken...

Crater Lake

2010-06-11T08:28:00.010+08:00

Crater Lake has inspired people for hundreds of years. No place else on earth combines a deep, pure lake, so blue in color; sheer surrounding cliffs, almost two thousand feet high; two picturesque islands; and a violent volcanic past. It is a place of immeasurable beauty, and an outstanding outdoor laboratory and classroom.

(information from National Park Service)

Only the Road to the Rim & Highway 62 are opened...
The other roads are closed due to snow...

Bienvenue!

Amazing....

The snow piles up high...
Almost covering the windows...

Over 6ft of snow...

Still cold...
Can't see the blue just so yet...
Only a bit visible near the wizard island..
In Summer, it sure looks great!

Above: The Wizard Island to the left.

Above: Crater Lake Lodge
.

Future of Flight

2010-06-11T07:08:00.004+08:00

Boeing Tour!
Wow! This tour is really awesome!
The place? Truly a small town in the city...
Huge! Well of course, it is a town building planes!
Haa...

What I feel after the tour?
I wanna fly with Dream Liner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Intelligent and brilliant design!
And, No Boeing, No Going!
'

Public Market, Seattle

2010-06-11T06:57:00.003+08:00

The first Starbuck Store!
Spot the difference?
Look at the logo...
From now and back then in the old days...

Always busy busy busy....
Cafe latte please!
Thank you!

Get one as souvenir!
You can't find this mug with the old logo anywhere else ;)

Above: That's the new design..see what I was talking about now?

~~~

Farmers, merchants, craft people...
Food, beverage...
Lots of it...
You walk, you eat, you drink...you enjoy it!

@@@

Hungry For More?

2010-06-11T02:48:00.015+08:00

Seattle's Best Seafood & Chowder!

Ivar's Seafood - Salmon House!
Windy day today...look forward to this restaurant...
No disappointment here ;)

Below: The Reception Desk & the waiting area....

Below: The dining area atmosphere....

Good food & beverages...
Here are the cocktail, bread, seafood cocktails, salmon chowder...
And, sockeye with beans, roast chicken, grilled king salmon...
One word - délicieux!!!

@~~~~~~~~~~@

Early summer...
With rain and wind, still it's bit cold...
A hot chowder, ain't a bad idea at all...
Served with oven-fresh sourdough bread!

Love the scallops chowder...yummy!
The shrimp and curried chicken sandwich rolls...
Erm, not something I had expected...
Maybe you would like it?

@~~~~~~~~~~@

Check out the Hale's Brewery & Pub!
For one that can't drink much, try the taster size ;)
Don't waste the beer!

@~~~~~~~~~~@

Thought to have a try at the Malay Satay,
BBQ meat peanut sauce...
But surprisingly this place offered more of Chinese cuisine.
So eventually, we ordered some dishes with rice.
And....

Whoah! Sorry but mean no offense...
All the dishes are WAY TOO salty...
even the ginger...
That's probably the reason they serving super big bowl of rice...
I guess...
Haa....

@~~~~~~~~~~@

Beckie's Restaurant, at the Union Creek Resort.
Famous for its homemade pies!
Worth a try...

Had a nice cup of hot soup and turkey sandwich.
Dessert with blueberry pie.
The other is roast meat toast (not just a toast but a special ones)!
Topped with heavy gravy,
well...maybe a bit too salty for us...

Silver Falls

2010-06-01T14:30:00.033+08:00

~~~.~~~.~~~

Silver Falls offers more than 9,000 acres of spectacular scenery. The park's most famous feature, The Trail of Ten Falls, thrills hikers and photographers. The eight-mile hiking trail passes by and under some of the stunning waterfalls of the north and south forks of Silver Creek.

(informations copied from Oregon State Parks brochures)

~~~.~~~.~~~

1. South Falls 177ft.
This 177-foot waterfall can be seen from several points along the canyon rim. Walk behind the falls and experience its mystical beauty. A loop trail leads to a footbridge.

2. Lower South Falls 93ft.
The trail drops down 185steps and continues behind a 93-foot curtain of rushing water.

3. Lower North Falls 30ft.
Take a 1 3/10 mile hike from Lower South Falls to Lower North Falls, which forms a 30-foot drop in the north fork of Silver Creek.

4. Double Falls 178ft.
A short trail near the foot-bridge over Hullt Creek leads to Double Falls. Although a double drops, at 178 feet, this is the largest in the park.

5. Drake Falls 27ft.
The smallest of the Silver Creek Canyon falls. It is named for Silverton photographer June Drake, whose photos of the falls brought prominence to the area.

6. Middle North Falls 106ft.
Middle North Falls is a wall of water dropping 106 feet. A short, separate trail leads you behind this waterfall.

7. Twin Falls 31ft.
This fall formed by waters tumbling 31 feet over protruding rocks and splitting into two cascades.

8. North Falls 136ft.
The next mils has many spectacular views of North Falls, 136 feet of thunderous beauty. The trail drops down 77 steps and goes beneath the creek and behind the waterfall through a cavernous cutout of rock.

9. Upper North Falls 65ft.
This 65-foot cascade plunges into a quiet pool. Perhaps the most overlooked falls on the trail, it is a cool and pleasant place to end an adventurous day.

10. Winter Falls 134ft.
One of the return trails to South Falls passes Winter Falls. This 134-foot waterfall relies on winter runoff and is at its best in winter, spring and early summer.

(all photos by TY.Lam, copyrights reserved)

Valley of The Giants

2010-06-01T13:02:00.019+08:00

Valley of The Giants ~ Home to many large specimens of Douglas-fir and Western Hemlock. A famous specimen is "Big Guy" which at one time was the second largest Douglas-fir known standing in Oregon. Before "Big Guy" was blown down by a wind storm in 1984, it was estimated to be over 600 years old, stood approximately 230 feet (70 m) above the forest floor, and had an estimated 36.5-foot (11.1 m) girth.

In 1976, the Bureau of Land Management designated the site as an Outstanding Natural Area. The Valley of the Giants is located 30 miles (50 km) west of Falls City via logging roads generally suitable for passenger cars, if driven slowly. Visitors are encouraged to call BLM’s Salem District Office at 503-375-5646 for directions and road information.

As of June 6, 2008, the Oregon Heritage Tree Program dedicated the Valley of the Giants Outstanding Natural Area as a Heritage Tree Grove

(information from wikipedia via google search engine)

Above: The Big Guy

(all photos snapped by personal photographer ~ Noyagi)

Special thanks to Doug. M for bringing us there...
It certainly worth a visit!
Frankly, it was the first time I see such a big tree!
Not only one..but many!

The green...love the green!
And the moss on the trees, are like their blankets...
Doug said I should bring some moss home and make it into a bed...
Ha Ha Ha...I think they will be happier to stay where they are now.
~@~

C'est la vie

2010-05-27T07:46:00.002+08:00

Raining...
It certainly rain a lot these days...
I can see neither cyclist nor joggers...
Probably sipping hot chocolate at home...
Or...

See the little white round dots?
No, not snow...just ice pellets...
My funny memories recalled...
When I first saw those...

Rain stopped, Ice pellets gone...
Just like some people we met only once in our lifetime...
A passing stranger...
Beautiful ones...
'

Un Café

2010-05-25T03:33:00.007+08:00

Monday morning...
Do not have appointment with Monday Blue...
Instead,
a cup of nice coffee!

I can see some mess out there...
from my little window.
Dirty walking path, broken window....
Probably masterpiece from last nights' drinkers.

But it did not bothers me.
For that I am care less.
Nobody gets hurt.
Everybody happy.

Have a good week ahead!
To you, you and you...
Reading this at the other end...
Different day, different time...
'

I Love Eating

2010-05-22T14:54:00.005+08:00

A nice Saturday afternoon...
While on our way to get a take-away...
Planning for a shopping too...
There we saw a good looking guy riding this bike...

It's not uncommon...
Just something I always wonder...
Is this designed by purpose for better performances..or...?
Just the look?

Really got me...
Mean no offense...
I honestly do not feel safe...
At all...

@@@

Voila, say hi to Vietnamese Sandwich!
Chicken Mayo Baguette & Thai Iced Tea..
The tea has a really nice fragrance (just little too sweet for me)...
And the sandwich, even better if the carrot are thinner :p

This is Curry Beef Baguette..and Asian Styled Iced Coffee!
I know the sandwiches looks the same...
Haa, but it definitely tastes different!
Love the spice!

C'est delicieux!
I will return to this shop!
Not the shopping mall..it was boring somehow...
Don't ask!
'

Painted Hills, Nature's Brush Stroke

2010-05-14T02:40:00.019+08:00

@__________________________________________________@

JOHN DAY FOSSIL BEDS NATIONAL Monument
straddles central and eastern Oregon,
offering a portfolio of millions of years of geology history
embellished by the effects of tumultuous weather.
The 14,000-acres natural exhibit is divided into three units:
Clarno, Sheep Rock, and the stunning Painted Hills.

The 3,132-acres Painted Hills unit is not a fly-by-night creation.
It took over 33 million years to get things just right.
Volcanic ash deposits, changes in ancient soils and vegetation,
and a drastic cooling all contributed to a color palette
that varies with the light.
To see the hills at their best,
visit in the late afternoon when the low light plays off the hills.
Come in April and May,
the wildflower season adds another layer to the landscape.

info provided by: Only in Oregon, Christine Barnes

@__________________________________________________@

We spent some time at the Thomas Condon Palentology Center,
which located at the Sheep Rock Unit.
There is an exhibit of fossils and
people there are more than happy
to share further information with you.

By the time we were there, Ms J. was working on a fossil -
a beaver aged over 30million years.
She was so kind to show us her work, sharing the joy.

ps: pardon, les photos are a bit out of focus...

Salute to people who put their best efforts at work.
For us to know more about our past..
And for us to know to plan a better future...

To learn to cherish, preserved and...
learn to love...
our Mother Earth.

Do not take things for granted...

Please give a little care...

This place really worth paying a visit!
Somehow, when I look at this large area...
A funny imagination appeared...
....dinosaurs...

Special thanks to the person who invented digital camera as well...
We took over hundreds of photos!
Only selected ones loaded up here...
You're beautiful....

On our way home...
Bypass this weird looking tree....
We thought they are either crows or ravens...
Look closer...
Hmm...
Shoes, sneakers...
No kidding!
Reason...unknown.

(all photos by TY.Lam, copyright reserved)

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A Sun Burn Hiking Day

2010-05-13T13:21:00.007+08:00

Today is a perfect day for outdoor activity...
A sunny day...
Bright sky...
Good weather...
First stop, to the Lava Lands...

Due to limited parking at the summit...
Only half an hour time slot given to each vehicle for the visit...
But we were in luck that there weren't much visitor...
Hence, we were allowed to spend as much time as we want...

Observe the mountain...
Nothing left behind after the lava flows...
Half of the mountain...
You find no trees...

~~~~~~~~~~

This is where I got the sunburn!
Sun shines brightly...
Through the skin...
I can feel it burning...
(note: sunblock is a must bring item)

Smith Rock!
A famous place for rock climbing!
And hiking for sure...
You can even jog if you want...
Or simply find a nice place for sun bathing...

This photo (below)...
Known as 'Monkey Face'...
It really does looks like one...
I wonder if this area could do the climbs...
Possible?

Wow, it's possible!
Look!
There are few climbers on the top!
And one halfway trying hard climbing...
Cool...

"Climb if you will but remember courage and strength are naught without
prudence, and that a momentary negligence may destroy the happiness of a lifetime.
Do nothing in haste, look well to each step and from the beginning
think what may be the end."

Edward Whymper

~~~~~~~~~~

Before heading back to hotel...
A photo snap at Blue Star Memorial Highway...

Read the sign well...
Think twice before you decided to bring your pets along...

~~~~~~~~~~
''

Leisure Drive Around

2010-05-13T04:10:00.011+08:00

Something unpleasant to view while driving
pass...

It certainly got my attention wondering why the trees are black...
When you have a closer look...
You'll noticed that they are burnt...

Fire burned a very large area of the forest...
threatened homes, wildlife, soil stability...
human-caused link fire burnt 3,600 acres...
while lightning-caused linked burnt over 90,000 & 3,900 acres on forest in two separate area...

Regardless either caused...
This is saddening to view...
I prefer seeing the green...
How do you feel about this?

~~~~~~~~~~

We were actually planning to discover more about this trail...
However, we made a turn back after we saw a sheriff's car nearby...
Reason?
We did not have small change to pay for registration...
And we have no guts to enter 'illegally'....
Haa...

Well, probably nobody bother to come checking whether or not you have paid...
BUT...
Still...
A tiny bitty worry linger deep down the heart...
Nevermind!
At least we saw something interesting!
~~The River Ruler~~

~~~~~~~~~~

There is another trail en-route...
A scenic view from the lookout platform..
Clear water in the river...
Mossy trees...

~~~~~~~~~~

The office is closed...
We just stopped by to snap a photo...
We saw two elderly...
In their own vehicle...
Sipping hot beverage...
Reading...
Quietly...

~~~~~~~~~~

Evening...
Went to my friend's favorite brew pub...
(Well, to be precise, there are actually more than one good place)

The people are friendly...
The atmosphere is warm...
The beer is good as always...

And...
Ofcouse...
The place is crowded...

Friends..
Lovers...
Family...

Enjoy the local dish!
Enjoy the crowd!
And..most importantly enjoy the beer!

~~~~~~~~~~
''

Hot Meal

2010-05-11T03:18:00.003+08:00

Addicted to spicy food lately...
Probably...
A side effect...
from cold weather....

^__^
'

Afternoon break @ Woodburn

2010-05-07T03:01:00.003+08:00

~~WOODBURN Company Stores~~
Big brands, outlet savings

Annabelle likes complaining...
almost just about anything...
all related on how little she earned...

However,
when it comes to sales in mall or outlets...
there you see her doing a shopping spree...
without a single complain..

has she gone astray....?
has she gone mad...?
or she has sudden memory lost...?

oh ma petite fille...
i prefer seeing your happy face...
than listening to your never-ending complains...

just remember to bring your head along...
whenever you visit to any mall or outlet...
(a mean advice but meant for good)

^__^

Woodsman Dining & Spirits

2010-05-04T11:01:00.003+08:00

Nothing better than a hot & spicy meal after a cold hiking!!!
These are so delicious!!!
Tom Yum ( a spicy soup )...
Pumpkin curry ( not spicy )...
Anyway, it tastes sweet to me somehow...
Crazy...
The portion here are really HUGE!
We tried our best...
But...
Unable to finish it all.
Soup, left a bit...
Fried rice, half eaten...
Pumpkin curry, three quarter left...
...
Eventually,
Packed all the food we couldn't finish...
Haa
...
...
Funny
...
...
''

Marys Peak

2010-05-04T07:53:00.006+08:00

According to weather forecast...
Today is cloudy...
Decided to go for a short hike to Marys Peak...

It's Spring...
Snow...
Hmm...

Hang in there little guy...
You're the survival...

Ah huh....
Wind chill...
Whoo hoa.....

Care for skii?

Oh, this cutie is definitely not afraid of HUMAN...
It actually followed us when we left...
Adorable!

Oh, your little foot print...
Comparing to mine...
Big foot...

En fin,
Reached the top...
Somebody told me it's a 20mins short walk...
@_@ @_@
But it took me 90mins here!
=.="
Cuz of the snow...and physically weak...

Nice view...
Worth the walk!

Bye bye snow man...
Have a good day!

Short-walk @ Portland

2010-05-04T05:24:00.007+08:00

Good day for a walk...
Clock is ticking...
Train is heading to the airport...

A tour to the Lan Su Chinese Garden...
A treasure in Portland...
Beautiful garden...

A hidden corridor?
Nice flooring for this little path...
Quiet atmosphere...

Red lamp post...
Significant Chinese area perhaps?
Clear day...

Voodoo Doughnut...
If you do not mind joining the queue...
Try it ;)

Street-food vendors...
This is only one of the many types across the street...
(excusez-moi for I should have taken the photo of that street)

Weird?
You've got me...
I have no idea...

First-in-line....
For a view of demonstration...
No worries...
It's safe...

Engine's off...
Waiting...
For signal...

People enjoyed...
Taking part...
Watching and viewing...

Old old building...
...

Huber's Café

2010-05-04T04:32:00.011+08:00

Huber's Café ~ Portland's Oldest Restaurant, 1879.
Dining here,
Gives you a real pleasant satisfaction.
The credit,
Not only to the interior atmosphere.
But also the great F & B and hospitality.

above: bar entrance

above: interior

above: the bar & the must-try Spanish Coffee

'''

The Lost Soul

2010-05-04T02:55:00.006+08:00

'How frequent did you asked yourself...
Where do I go from here?
This way?
That way?
Which way?
...
This way seems nice.
But, how if that way is even better?
Can I take both way?
No really possible...
What should I do?
...
Don't you have the map or GPS along?
Don't you do get yourself prepared before you start your journey?
Dear oh dear,
The issue is not only about direction.
It is complicated.
...
Perhaps,
It only happen when ones think in a box.
Why not,
Choose a way you feel comfortable with?
And enjoy the scenery along the path...
...
Ones always limit their sights.
Leading to unnecessary pressure.
Uninvited difficulties.
When do ones learn to accept their abilities?
Instead of wanting more and more?
...
Somebody is sailing a little far away...
Come back thoughts.
It's a tired day.
Yet the mind is restless...
Time to learn to bring the life to life.
~~~
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Onigiri

2010-05-04T02:39:00.005+08:00

Homemade onigiri
>>>n_n <<< '
* a bit too salty but overall, it tastes bon! Fillings are anchovies... *
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Note: Onigiri (御握り; おにぎり), also known as omusubi (御結び; おむすび) or rice ball ~ Japanese food made from plain white rice formed into triangular or oval shapes and often wrapped in nori (seaweed).

Carrot.Congee

2010-04-26T16:15:00.008+08:00

Bought these organic carrots from the Saturday Market...
Hmm...
Hmm...

Potato carrot congee...
Mild sweetness...
Good to go with side dish...

Tada...
Here it is...
Stir-fry long beans with salted radish in mushroom sauce...

Les repas chez moi

2010-04-25T16:26:00.003+08:00

~~sockeye salmon toast with lots of vegetables! and a cuppa coffee~~
good start of the day!

~~3cups sauce chicken with beans and kimchi..haa~~
(main dish is taiwanese cuisine..first time trial, the aroma is there but too salty)
ps: will be better next time

well, this is of course a take-away from a japanese resto..haa...
yummy~~big portion too..
salmon top with terriyaki sauce, gyoza, sushi and miso!

i love this pizza! too much!!!!!
the sauce, the ingredients are so matching!
Eating like there is no tomorrow...gone mad....

olala, this is one of the typical breakfast back home...
soft-boiled eggs with butter toast..
olive oil butter! tasty~~

korean style breakfast! hahahahaha....
dried scallop and mushroom congee...
two types of anchovies...and kimchi!

and this is mixture of korean-chinese cuisine :p
dry spinach noodle with oyster sauce...
to go with stir-fry sliced mushrooms, sweet sauce anchovies and kimchi!

a closer look maybe?
fried red onion topping...haa....
of course it is delicious! but too much lettuce (greedy) :p

stir-fry celery with chicken in sa-cha sauce...
(a taiwanese dish as well)

Hope to share more in near future!
Bon Appétit!!!

Green.Peace

2010-04-24T15:56:00.001+08:00

Tree...
And trees...
And treessss.....

I like green...
And so I like trees as well...
The shapes, the colors, the species, all are different!

Away from the hassle bustle city...
Need not worry of traffic jam...
Late for appointment, for work..etc

Sakura!
So soft...
So gentle...
Makes me feel so relaxed...

If I were here few weeks earlier...
The path would be fulled of sakura pedals...
I can imagine..the pink path...
Attractive...

Morning vs Evening

2010-04-19T15:46:00.002+08:00

Whoah!
Suns up early in the morning by six!!
And so as the sleepyhead!

Still adjusting to the local time...
Trying hard...
But failed over time and times...

Anyhow,
It is not really a big issue to me...
Isn't it so?

Hey, check out this photo (below)!
It's evening by 2000hours.
Well, nothing new to you but to me.

Journey To The West

2010-04-16T15:20:00.001+08:00

.
It had been quite a while since I last took a plane.
I were so worried that the motion sickness which last attacked me will reoccurred.
But thank God that I had a safe journey.

Looking through the window...
They all look so tiny...
The mountains, rivers, lands, houses...and,

Blue sky white clouds...
Something I always love to watch...
And still do...

A different environment...
A different language...
A different culture...

Soon,
I will experience it all...
I look forward but not to get over excited...

I am trying to take things slowly and easily...
Without necessary worries and pressures...
Forget about the 'must-do' list...

I wanna enjoy the experiences in this small town...
Not because of I have to but I wanted to...
Doing things I wanted to and not to have to...

The journey has begun!
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Remember

2010-04-05T13:59:00.010+08:00

"What flower do you like?"

"If you're thinking to send me one, please don't."
"Oh why is that? You hate flowers?"
"Not really...I like flowers especially a big field full of it..."
"It's just that I don't enjoy watching them dying in-front of me day by day, it's depressing."
"Oh....."

Funny how that one would answered it that way.
Yet it is so true to me.
To watch a living thing leaving...
Counting days that left...
Knowing that there is nothing you could offer to help...
It's saddening...

There were moments when I allowed myself being emotional...
Certainly I would give myself a wake up call...
For that I always wanted to remember sweet memories we shared...
And to take it lightly on bad memories in the past....
As we all are just a passing stranger on earth...

Give a little more love each day...
To a little changed in mood each day...
For a better day...
For a better life...
For a better world..

To live in...
To blend in...

Remember... ^^

Comme un ami

2010-03-11T22:10:00.015+08:00

***image found through internet***

This sentence really got my attention to here:-
"Hey, it has been days it's being this way"
"It's like my friend you know"

Excusez-moi mon ami, mais j'ai trouvé que c'est interrésant.
Je sais que tu connais.
Et oui, c'est toi!

I finds it interesting and funny when those words came out from you.
One that rely on l'ordinateur more than I could imagine.
But yeah, somehow...
I agree...

L'ordinateur est comme une amie pour moi aussi.
It connects me to friends and family I do not see so often...
Somehow, makes life easier...

Probably....
Addicted to it...
Relying on it...

Not a good sign perhaps...?

Anyway, hope your friend is doing fine lately...
And not acting nasty to you.
Ha =)

T-Break

2010-01-12T00:54:00.007+08:00

"To wish but not to hope"

"To aim but not to expect"
"To take the risk but not the chance"

So many new phrases to me for the day...
For a moment,
I had very limited ability to digest it all...
And still...

I have always enjoy to be a listener...
A way...
To learn from others...
A way...
To know people around...
A way...
To know things around...
A way...
To know myself more...

A cup of cafe...
for
A share of stories...
into
A changed of views..
and
Another date to-call again in some days.

La Chance

2010-01-09T22:27:00.003+08:00

Enfin....

Decided to post these photos here...

To mon petite monde...

A Chance...
Why?
Why not?

The first word flashing out from my mind...
A chance for gathering...
A choice for attendance...

Enjoyed the company...
Enjoyed the meal...
And love the laughter...

Feel grateful...
Feel thankful...
To have friends like you all...

Wishing you all in good health at all time...
Love...
Forever...

T-Bowl??

2010-01-09T21:59:00.005+08:00

What an 'unique' restaurant!
Using toilet concept!
Too many dishes but too little people pour ce petite dejeuner...
Alors, quelle dommage...

See the first pic? It's a glass table, with a washing basin as display beneath the glass...
Check out the second pic...
Far back behind the mug...
Yeah! Sitting on the toilet bowl!
It's funny...

Forgot to take a pic of the seats!
MDR....
Noticed that mostly youngster in here...
Probably the elderly just finds it hard to 'adapt' to this concept, as an eating place...
MDR MDR =)))))

L'ami comme etoile

2010-01-08T00:31:00.005+08:00

Today, while having my 'express dinner' in a Cafe. I've overheard something interesting...
Two friends were chatting, I put a wild guess that they must be good friends.
Why?
Only good friends act naturally in front of each other, no mask on the face.
That's my very own point of view.

So... This A told B that, A and C will help B on the course fees for the new term. But... B refused to accept it.

This is something cool to hear for this new year.
While...
Everybody is talking about how bad the market is now.
How hard it is to keep a job.
How hard to even FIND a job.
More and more...

Yet, still there are some kind people that is willing to help on a friend's study financially.
I asked myself if I will do the same.
I guess I will, permitted I have that ability to do so.
And again I asked myself...
What will I do if I have friends like that?

Honestly...
I will feel touched, glad and blissed deep down my heart.
But...
I believe I will take the same action as B.
Yeah...
Thankful and appreciate but not taking it..
Confusing?

One says...
Friends are like stars.
You don't see them often...
But you know they are always there...

Whirlpool

2009-12-17T16:33:00.005+08:00

A compliment that leads to unbearable pressure...
Suffocating...
Is only a mind control game.
Listen to each word you have heard..
While you still have that ability.
Store the good part.
Stay alive.
Drop the bad part.
Bury it.
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