Life

We’ve attended many virtual celebrations since 2020, but hosting one is definitely not the same, especially if it’s a big celebration. Earlier this month, I…

The second Sunday of May is a day to never forget – it’s Mother’s Day! While you may have the activities scheduled, one of the…

How has expecting more of yourself helped you in developing your career? Expecting more of yourself in everything you do is a mindset that puts…

Those who know me know that I love pointing out mistakes. If something is wrong, you can likely count on me to point it out.…

Nobody likes carrying a heavy bag around with them all the time. Whether you’re going shopping, heading to work, or even traveling, it seems quite…

National Make Lunch Count Day is coming up on April 13! There are always so many reasons for us to stay at our desks during…

Breakfast at a Hong Kong cafe would not be complete without porridge. It also comes with your choice of chow mein, chow fun, steamed rice…

Going to the movie theaters was always such luxury as a kid. I would see all the movie trailers on TV, but that would be…

It’ll probably be some time before I travel internationally again, but that just means I can spend that time traveling within the US instead! Here…

Virtual birthday parties are nothing new now – we’ve been hearing about them and getting Zoom invites for over a year. The new factor is…

There are so many unknowns from the moment you wake up. Your plans will change throughout the day, whether it is changes made by you,…

Happy National Public Sleeping Day! There are days when we just wish someone would schedule naptime into our day, just like how it was in…

He’s my friend, she’s my friend, they’re my friends, everyone is my friend – but we all know that some friends are closer than others.…

That’s not what I wanted. What you think I want is not what I actually want. We don’t speak the same language – the same…

Chinese New Year is a time when lanterns are hung up everywhere you go, and new clothes are worn to welcome the start of a…

With the heavy rain pouring from the skies this past week, it reminded me of a story I once told… Last Thursday I was playing…

“You always eat out. Do you ever eat home-cooked food?” Yes, yes I do.

We all have a name. It’s a name we identify with and a name we claim to be ours. As a kid, whenever I met…

As the TVB Anniversary Awards (萬千星輝頒獎典禮) is being held this weekend, here’s my own list of top 5 dramas and songs of 2020! Songs 1.…

Happy New Year! It’s that time of the year when everyone creates a list of their New Year’s resolutions – only to forget about it…

The sound of carols ringing through the air is when we know that Christmas is near, though this year is not quite the same. Without…

Shopping – even when it’s not for yourself – is so much fun. Whether it’s a personal gift or for Secret Santa or White Elephant,…

In a society where speaking is an expectation rather than a choice, those who are quiet are often viewed as outcasts. They are looked down…

As the coronavirus makes its way around the world, many gathered at their dinner tables this Thanksgiving weekend wondering, what is there to be thankful…

A small and simple meal with your household is all you need for Thanksgiving this year. What dishes are you going to prepare for your…

As holiday season comes around, there’s a tendency for you to splurge so you can treat yourself. I mean, you shop online regularly anyway, so…

On this day one year ago, I was in Japan enjoying the fresh fish at the Toyosu Market for breakfast and ending the night with…

It was November 1st in the year of 2018. The sun had set, but it wasn’t even 7 o’clock yet. I walked cautiously through the…

With my princess dress or Halloween shirt with detachable butterfly wings, my Halloween began with waiting in line at the mall for my treats or…

You can’t deny how yummy the food at Costco’s food court is. Conveniently located right inside/outside the warehouse, it’s a great place to grab your…

When my stomach growls for Cantonese food, you’ll find me at Mr. Chopsticks Seafood Restaurant (盛和海鮮酒家). Hidden in a small plaza in El Monte, Mr.…

Moving to a new house is quite a bit of work. It starts with a walk down memory lane followed by the difficult process of…

The gentle breeze brushed against our skin as we sat outside, admiring the full moon. White plastic chairs and folding tables were lined up on…

There is this interesting way of thinking that if you are not the type of person who speaks up often, then you are not a…

Boba addiction? Nah, I definitely wouldn’t say I’m addicted to boba – the last time I’ve had boba was almost 6 months ago! There are…

When you hear, “there’s food in the break room,” you know it’s time to get up from your desk and check it out. What’s up…

The anticipation for a package in the mail is something that will keep me up at night, especially if what’s inside is a surprise. A…

The most satisfying unhealthy food is always waiting for you when you’re up working late at night: instant noodles. It’s quick and easy to make,…

It’s been five months. Five months of working from home and playing hide-and-seek with coronavirus. Who’s the seeker? Ironically, we are. It’s not your usual…

Instant acceleration, harsh braking. My body was thrown back and forth, with the seat belt keeping me alive. It was a warm summer day. I…

Even if I gathered together with everyone I know, I don’t think we’d be able to name all the fruits in the world. There are…

When you walk into a restroom stall and there is only a small roll of toilet paper left, you can tell if there is enough…

In college, 10-15% of your grade is usually based on your homework. It’s not just about submitting your homework on time though – you also…

Eating by myself or eating with my friends – which one should I choose? There’s a lot of thinking that goes into such a simple…

It has already been over seven months since my long-awaited adventure to Macau, Japan, and Taiwan. I still remember the trip very clearly but am…

In just a few days, half of 2020 will have gone by. It seems like just yesterday when everyone was looking forward to 2020 and…

As restaurants are opening up for dine-in after months of offering only delivery and takeout, it’s not too early to think about where you want…

Salad was always at the bottom of my list of things to eat. It’s cold, it doesn’t taste like anything, and why do I always…

In my previous post, the first workshop I attended brought up our call to holiness, which came up again in the second workshop I went…