Limewire - Yahoo does not approve the download of it. Perhaps, it was Limewire that had introduced virus to my old HP harddisk.
Ollie was so daring to taste the stewed soy chicken feet. They took photos of his eating chicken feet. He must be the bravest amongst his peers. Very interesting. Min had taken the cable car at NgongPing 360.
Thinking of seeing Johnny Depp's new film - Public Enemies. I am his fan.
Guests this evening for dinner.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Shanghai Shanghai
4 women, each with pride & prejudice of her own. Living together or travelling together for 3 days & 2 nights. Dragonair & JW Marriott Hotel. Can't ask for more. Breakfasts were delicious and the view in bedroom and dining room was terrific. Servicing crew spoke very good English.
Day 1 - A taxi driver who was a crook gave us a counterfeit 50 RMB for the change. We were told that it was fake as we went to Da Niang Shui Jiao. Nanjing Road - shopping for silk clothes. Dinner at Super Brand Mall - Zhang Sheng Kee - Shanghainese cuisine. We were close to Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Shanghai World Financial Centre looked great. There will be World Expo 2010 in Shanghai. People are taught to queue. We had kiwi juice in Starbucks before we went back to hotel.
Day 2 - Yu Yuan Garden. Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao. We saw people drinking soup from a big dumpling with a drinking straw. I bought a black top with red flowers. I bought a necklace of red coral beads. Twisted strings. Shopping nearby. I went back to hotel to take a short rest. Evening at Xin Tian Xi. I bought a shoulder bag from Nine West - imitation snake skin - black white purple & grey. Dinner at Xinjishi. Then we went to Vue Pub in Hyatt on the Bund. Drinks & music. That is Shanghai, with foreigners entertained by young & wild girls. Cruise in Huangpu with beautiful lights around was down there.
Day 3 - Shanghai Museum. Wonderful place. We did not cover all. I went to ceramics, furniture, jade, calligraphy & paintings. I missed bronze. Perhaps for next visit. We bought Yunnan ham from San Yang Shop. I bought 2 packs of green tea pumkin seeds. The xiang fei zi was not found because it was not seasonal. Should wait until September. Lunch at Mao Restaurant of Sofitel Hotel. I bought a pair of scissors from Zhang Xiao Chuen just across the road. We picked up luggages from the hotel and went to Pudong Airport by cab.
2 husbands drove 2 cars to fetch the 3 women away. Maria would stay in Miranda's home. So I went up to a bus by myself.
A nice trip. We agreed, disagreed, compromised, argued or settled. We had group split when we needed to have different programmes. Mature women who respect each other most of the time but think the others were more stupid sometimes and treasure the company as a whole. That's it. I like Shanghai for its grand buildings and international status. I would like it all the more if people would be more honest & polite and traffic more orderly with drivers less dangerous.
Day 1 - A taxi driver who was a crook gave us a counterfeit 50 RMB for the change. We were told that it was fake as we went to Da Niang Shui Jiao. Nanjing Road - shopping for silk clothes. Dinner at Super Brand Mall - Zhang Sheng Kee - Shanghainese cuisine. We were close to Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Shanghai World Financial Centre looked great. There will be World Expo 2010 in Shanghai. People are taught to queue. We had kiwi juice in Starbucks before we went back to hotel.
Day 2 - Yu Yuan Garden. Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao. We saw people drinking soup from a big dumpling with a drinking straw. I bought a black top with red flowers. I bought a necklace of red coral beads. Twisted strings. Shopping nearby. I went back to hotel to take a short rest. Evening at Xin Tian Xi. I bought a shoulder bag from Nine West - imitation snake skin - black white purple & grey. Dinner at Xinjishi. Then we went to Vue Pub in Hyatt on the Bund. Drinks & music. That is Shanghai, with foreigners entertained by young & wild girls. Cruise in Huangpu with beautiful lights around was down there.
Day 3 - Shanghai Museum. Wonderful place. We did not cover all. I went to ceramics, furniture, jade, calligraphy & paintings. I missed bronze. Perhaps for next visit. We bought Yunnan ham from San Yang Shop. I bought 2 packs of green tea pumkin seeds. The xiang fei zi was not found because it was not seasonal. Should wait until September. Lunch at Mao Restaurant of Sofitel Hotel. I bought a pair of scissors from Zhang Xiao Chuen just across the road. We picked up luggages from the hotel and went to Pudong Airport by cab.
2 husbands drove 2 cars to fetch the 3 women away. Maria would stay in Miranda's home. So I went up to a bus by myself.
A nice trip. We agreed, disagreed, compromised, argued or settled. We had group split when we needed to have different programmes. Mature women who respect each other most of the time but think the others were more stupid sometimes and treasure the company as a whole. That's it. I like Shanghai for its grand buildings and international status. I would like it all the more if people would be more honest & polite and traffic more orderly with drivers less dangerous.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
a new toy
Black. Piano finish. 16" mon, HD. Vista - to be upgraded to Win 7. Light. WiFi. Lots of excitement about it.
Sunday, July 19, 2009
a quiet Sunday morning
I have had a very deep sleep last night in the midst of a tropical cyclone.
I took out a crystal photo frame yesterday but find difficulties in cleaning the in-between surfaces where the photo should be. It cannot be cleaned by tissues or cloths. I soaked it in water and see if it can work. There may be water marks even if I put it upside down to dry now.
I have also got a S crystal brooch in the shape of a fan. The crystal beads are beautiful but the k-gold part had turned sort of rusty. The shop could not refine it. They said they would be maintaining the crystal only. Too expensive to be done in a jewellery shop. Hence, it just lies there.
Pingpong and then I had lunch with the in-laws.
I took out a crystal photo frame yesterday but find difficulties in cleaning the in-between surfaces where the photo should be. It cannot be cleaned by tissues or cloths. I soaked it in water and see if it can work. There may be water marks even if I put it upside down to dry now.
I have also got a S crystal brooch in the shape of a fan. The crystal beads are beautiful but the k-gold part had turned sort of rusty. The shop could not refine it. They said they would be maintaining the crystal only. Too expensive to be done in a jewellery shop. Hence, it just lies there.
Pingpong and then I had lunch with the in-laws.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
heat of the summer
The air-con is either too cold when it is on or too stuffy when I turn it off. My office is never having controlled temperature. I have to be very careful not to catch a cold in such hot weather. Shawls or thin cardigans will be most useful. Water, too. Air-con and incessant talks on phone and seeing people make my throat dry. And my nasal allergy.
Thinking of Pa - his old age and illnesses must be something difficult to bear with. We all grow old unless we die young. So many illnesses & discomfort come along with old age. That is why Kam said getting a companion at old age means getting to nurse that someone. She is more on the negative side of seeing things.
Min is having lots of fun in her summer vacation. Van is feeding Anis with mashed fresh fruits like bananas and peaches.
Thinking of Pa - his old age and illnesses must be something difficult to bear with. We all grow old unless we die young. So many illnesses & discomfort come along with old age. That is why Kam said getting a companion at old age means getting to nurse that someone. She is more on the negative side of seeing things.
Min is having lots of fun in her summer vacation. Van is feeding Anis with mashed fresh fruits like bananas and peaches.
Monday, July 13, 2009
wonton & dumplings noodles, congee w/pork liver & fish
One of the best times in life is to have a lunch in a leisurely manner. Chats on no serious topics. Nothing urging for decisions. Nothing panicking.
I had both lunch and dinner with Paus yesterday.
I am planning what clothes to be packed for my 3-days trips to Shanghai by the end of this month. Looking forward to strolling along the Whampoa with 3 friends.
I had both lunch and dinner with Paus yesterday.
I am planning what clothes to be packed for my 3-days trips to Shanghai by the end of this month. Looking forward to strolling along the Whampoa with 3 friends.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
a fine sunday morning
No more tropical cyclone. Shady. I enjoy looking at the greens downstairs from the window in my room while working on the computer. It is a great comfort to be at home. Cozy. A hosue is not a home. A home is where my heart remains. Love makes a house a home.
Rosana has been sweet sending me some tips for good health. Good health starts with a mind at ease & determination & perseverance.
Pingpong this morning. A delicious breakfast to start with: a chopped boiled egg with mayonnaise, tomatoes pieces, black pepper & sea salt; a piece of sliced bread with butter; a big coffee. I remember the latte with Okinawa sugar in the Pokka Cafe.
I saw the movie with Min at APM Palace - "Written by". All I like is Lau Ching-wan. That is all. The plot is sort of going wild. Dinner at Por's home.
Rosana has been sweet sending me some tips for good health. Good health starts with a mind at ease & determination & perseverance.
Pingpong this morning. A delicious breakfast to start with: a chopped boiled egg with mayonnaise, tomatoes pieces, black pepper & sea salt; a piece of sliced bread with butter; a big coffee. I remember the latte with Okinawa sugar in the Pokka Cafe.
I saw the movie with Min at APM Palace - "Written by". All I like is Lau Ching-wan. That is all. The plot is sort of going wild. Dinner at Por's home.
Friday, July 10, 2009
a friend in need is a friend indeed
Thursday - Ed has been rendering me assistance over the years. Min dined out and saw movie. Van had dinner with her friends. She brought along Anis who was nervous to see strangers and cried.
Excited to go with Miranda, Maria & Su Tang for a short trip to Shanghai 25-27 this month. I visited the region with 2 sis around 1997. The city has since changed a great deal.
Friday - There is a dinner party hosted by 20 this evening. I cannnot join the farewell dinner for Dr Chong.
Excited to go with Miranda, Maria & Su Tang for a short trip to Shanghai 25-27 this month. I visited the region with 2 sis around 1997. The city has since changed a great deal.
Friday - There is a dinner party hosted by 20 this evening. I cannnot join the farewell dinner for Dr Chong.
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
the Beijing Club
Rush rush rush with piles of reports in the tray.
Min has had an enjoyable time with new acquaintances at a place for the young generation.
Everything in my youth has become historical. Here I am, working hard for a livelihood. For a long long time, I have never found letters in my mail box except bills. Letters are gifts from wonderland. It is more so if letters are well written with pleasure and sentiments, interesting and inspiring.
Heat & humidity have dominated the whole city. Have people turned madder as a consequence?
Min has had an enjoyable time with new acquaintances at a place for the young generation.
Everything in my youth has become historical. Here I am, working hard for a livelihood. For a long long time, I have never found letters in my mail box except bills. Letters are gifts from wonderland. It is more so if letters are well written with pleasure and sentiments, interesting and inspiring.
Heat & humidity have dominated the whole city. Have people turned madder as a consequence?
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Students reunion
Min has a reunion dinner with UK schoolmates on Monday at Coffee Too. Phototaking in the Peak. So exciting and gleeful. Youth is invaluable.
Tuesday: I have sent the book "The Associate" by John Grisham to Wenbang by air mail this morning. $83.70 air freight. I hope he will enjoy reading it after his return from Malaysia.
A will go to Korea today for 3 days as business trip.
Lunch at HKCEC. Leisurely and comfortable. The Victoria Harbour is still attractive to me.
Tuesday: I have sent the book "The Associate" by John Grisham to Wenbang by air mail this morning. $83.70 air freight. I hope he will enjoy reading it after his return from Malaysia.
A will go to Korea today for 3 days as business trip.
Lunch at HKCEC. Leisurely and comfortable. The Victoria Harbour is still attractive to me.
Sunday, July 05, 2009
Habitu
Lunch with AVA and Min at Habitu, TST.
Hot. Lots of people in the arcade.
Andrew said I looked "pro" in the tee.
Dinner at Porpor's home. Gungung was so glad to see Min.
Hot. Lots of people in the arcade.
Andrew said I looked "pro" in the tee.
Dinner at Porpor's home. Gungung was so glad to see Min.
Rainy Saturday n Sunday
Susan's place with Tao & Fu. A relaxing & comfortable home for a retiree. She has raised one more she dog other than Garbie.
Pingpong.
I should be more self-disciplined to refrain from hard, fat & spicy food. Whatever too cold & too hot would be bad to the throat. Allergic.
MJ still remains the talk of the whole world. I watched an interview at Pearl the other evening. So abnormal a life since childhood. He never grew up as a man. Neverland. A puzzle. The 3 children will be the extension of a queer black King of Pop? Like the daughter of Elvis? Lisa-Marie?
Pingpong.
I should be more self-disciplined to refrain from hard, fat & spicy food. Whatever too cold & too hot would be bad to the throat. Allergic.
MJ still remains the talk of the whole world. I watched an interview at Pearl the other evening. So abnormal a life since childhood. He never grew up as a man. Neverland. A puzzle. The 3 children will be the extension of a queer black King of Pop? Like the daughter of Elvis? Lisa-Marie?
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