My feel good day that I knew I couldn't let go of. Wendell came for a visit and I am so glad I got hold of another good moment with him in this cafe. It was 3 years ago I believe when he brought me here. All organic... and for some reason, even the conversations I've had with friends coming over here is pretty much at the same level. Simple, organic and free....
The day was spent doing some reminiscing, updating and rediscovering once again LIVES that have moved on, and CHOICES that were kept. I was so glad to have WENDELLIRIUM experience once again. Photoshoots atop IFC Mall, a visit to the second-hand library and ZARA experience. That day, I purchased my denim wedges that I know I am not going to regret getting to match my Spring wardrobe. Hehehe!!!! I love it! If you're in Hong Kong, do visit this wonderful cafe. Make it your choice. You won't regret doing so. Besides the one situated in SOHO, another branch is NOW located in 50C Johnson Road, Wanchai (across from OVO on Ship St. - click on the title to connect to its website!)
Hahahaha! These are the gals that made it to the top in an all gal competition. After K-Crew, an all Filipino group of young men got 2nd, banging the Silver medals, come these girls proving it more!
Plus, an intro to K-Crew!
K-Crew where "K" stands for "Kayumanggi" which denotes the true color of Filipinos. It is the Tagalog term for the color, "BROWN".
Watch for upcoming activities by these world-class talents!
I have to start this blog with people who are about to give birth this year.
2008 babies' number shall I say is the most outstanding (among people that I know). While I was giving it a thought, I landed into figuring out what are the factors that paved way to it. Cold season perhaps? I don't know. More likely, maybe it's because 2008 is considered a lucky year. Anyways, still, the real strong reason is that LOVE is in the air. All these products of LOVE, the best of 2 people.... are about to come to our world. And there's no mystery behind it, no magic comparable to it, even Mickey Mouse couldn't top. Wait! You know why I said the best of 2 people? Well.... at this very material, fast-paced and competitive world, it's amazing how 2 people get to share a wonderful experience in terms of expressing desire, intimacy, love.... In letting go of your soul with somebody, that's sharing your best, yours alone... and if you get lucky in getting it in return, then the products gets sculpted.... the BABY... To all the moms who are about to give birth, I salute y'all!!!!!
Talking about balance though, let's not forget about the earthquake that happened recently here in China. In the picture that you see here, Chinese airborne troop soldiers help earthquake refugees dig for belongings in the debris while a young survivor covers his ears in Jinhua village of Shifang, China's southwest Sichuan province, Friday, June 6, 2008. The May 12 quake killed 69,127 people, with 17,918 still missing, according to the latest government figures. Even though Disney came up with more than a million Hong Kong dollars to help these people, I don't think money can ever ease them of the pain they felt. So, spend time with your loved ones because you'll never know when is the last time you'll be with them. You might get surprised, you can't even remember the last conversation you ever had with them.
Also, landslide happened due to a 2-week long rainstorm here in Hong Kong. Disney cast members had a hard time going to work due to blocked roads and bridges. Depressing as how nature strikes back, we really have to put in mind the effects of global warming. I encourage everybody to come up with little solutions of their own. I admire TASTE Supermarket for coming up with a 50 cent reward for every plastic bag saved to hold their groceries if they use their own bag instead.
Next in line that really highlighted my year.... In Hong Kong, employees are entitled with health insurances. Companies make sure that health services, when needed, are available to their workers. They give them enough time to go for check-ups by approving sick leaves as much as possible. That's a good thing. But I'm just so disappointed with the health care providers themselves. It's just so unacceptable for health care givers to neglect sanitation. Imagine, Chinese care givers' nails are polished. What's wrong with that? Well.... there'd be a direct contact with medicine that will be administered to you.... does it ring a bell? Nail polish may contain toxic materials with its mixture.... or, it could have bad reactions if it will have a direct contact with any medicine. Forgive me, but that's what I learned in my school. Manicures are a no-no amongst care givers in the Philippines. Yeah! One hell of a sacrifice alright for women. Because, besides the nail polish itself having toxic materials, if we get wounded with too much of the cuticle removal that happened, we are also exposing ourselves to risks. Check this picture out! This is a picture of a care giver here in Hong Kong. DAYNG!!!
Of course, parties are never negligible. Work hard, party harder! You'll get crazy if you'd be depriving yourself of social events. So, I'm thankful for the people to whom I matter. Yeah!
Still looking forward to a lot of things for the other half of the year!
Work, work, work.... With our job, it's important that you have the talent, the dedication and the willingness to bring delight to families that spend their time here in Disneyland. Some of them maybe spending a once in a lifetime experience. So, even if it drains the hell out of us, nothing still beats a sweet smile given whole heartedly. We share a common inspiration... and that is the smile given back when we wink as we perform, to see them clapping and amazed, and the other cast members who spend their days off cheering and supporting us all the way.
Volleyball during the Weekends...
Lately, we were able to spend some time over at Seaview Crescent's in-door volleyball court. It's so nice to do things with the other cast members other than work. Not to mention, the hidden talents they have. I was able to reminisce my times as a Tigress when I was still with the UST HS Volleyball Team. But what's nice here is to get to play with the authentic Hawaiian spikers, and is stress-free due to the pictorials done in between.
Pictorials in the Park...
Of course, times in the park shouldn't be missed. One thing I love about my job is you get to take a walk in the park with friends after work. And you can enjoy all the attractions more than once. Disney's danish at Maxim's and ice cream crepes at the Adventureland are the mouth-watering treats you can't resist. It's nice to realize that you're able to submit to such craving. "Work hard to live it large!!!" Life is so sweet, isn't it? And, in the afternoon, the people are already tired to compete with us during fun shots so we get to have nice pictures.
Lan Kwai Fong Nights
Spending time with friends visiting from the Philippines......
Shopping...
This was taken while checking out some Disney products. Lean got me busted!
The other night, I caught Aubrey Miles indulging on Mongkok's goods. Because it really offers an attractive deal in terms of bags, shoes, digital gadgets and apparel.
Prince Edward, Central's H&M, Tung Chung's Citygate and Tsim Sha Tsui's Louis Vitton, G2000 and a lot more is a shopper's sanctuary...
My feel good day that I knew I couldn't let go of. Wendell came for a visit and I am so glad I got hold of another good moment with him in this cafe. It was 3 years ago I believe when he brought me here. All organic... and for some reason, even the conversations I've had with friends coming over here is pretty much at the same level. Simple, organic and free....
Lately, we were able to spend some time over at Seaview Crescent's in-door volleyball court. It's so nice to do things with the other cast members other than work. Not to mention, the hidden talents they have. I was able to reminisce my times as a Tigress when I was still with the UST HS Volleyball Team. But what's nice here is to get to play with the authentic Hawaiian spikers, and is stress-free due to the pictorials done in between.
