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Friday, April 15, 2011
of things that I missed the most
2007 to 2008 I was away in Perth, W.A to pursue my Master's degree. It was a year where I learnt a lot of new things , experience the sweetness and bitterness of hardwork on my own and embrace life from different perspectives. It was indeed a once in a lifetime experience. If I could go through it all over again , I wouldn't stop myself. from doing so. It was truly a self- rewarding experience and something that money can't buy. Ever since my big shift to the land down under and a year long living in a suitcase I lugged all my things back to my home country. Looking back , I know that deep down in me misses a few good things back there.
*My daily morning walks on the famous cafe strip in Mount Lawley during Winter on my way to work. The cool and crisp air against my face /Making sure that my fingers snugged tightly in the comfort of my winter jacket pockets/ morning greetings from strangers that are just friendly* I simply enjoyed looking at the shops that I passed by Planet Books (a place where I normally shop for cheap DVDs and let myself lost amongst rows and rows of books ), the display of new arrivals at Picnic (an Australian clothing label), Highs & Lows (to all you sneakers freak out there, if you ever visit Perth this is definitely a must- go shop . And it should be in the sneakers bible too =p) .
*Coffees. I have never been a coffee drinker until I went to Perth. No, it's definitely not because I worked at a cafe and the fact that I know how to make coffees (Long Machiato, Short Machiato, Cappuccino, Espresso, Latte, Affogato, Flat White etc) I would say it's because of the beans that they use which makes the taste real good. It also depends on how you brew it as well. The smell of freshly grind coffee = AHmazing!
*Fremantle @ Freo . This is one place that I can never get enough of. Like really. Fremantle is a place where you will be immersed with what Australia can offer with a twist or a hint of flavours from other parts of the world. I used to enjoy looking at the beautifully decorated shops (pls refer to prev post for example ;)), the scent of yummy looking homemade lotions & potions, rainbow coloured soaps that are decked in different shapes and sizes, lovely trinkets to die for ( if you're a big fan of lucky charms and small jewelry, like your's truly be sure to bring extra $$ as you'll definitely gonna go bonkers looking at them) and definitely kitchenware. Yup...You heard me right...kitchenware =). They are simply beautiful, cute and just makes you want to be a homemaker (that's actually one of my future dreams. Sayang...take note*wink wink* ).Almost all the shops that sell kitchenwares have got something different on the table to offer you. Arrgghhh!!! you'll just go crazy.
So...there you go a few things that I missed back in the land down under. I know I haven't done enough justice in laying out other good things over there but I'm getting drowsy (just took my flu medication), I think I'll stop here. Until then...
G'day Mate!
xoxo
* It's spring time! Araluen = place to go and see beautiful and multicolour tulips *
* Mount Lawley*
*listening to One Republic -Good Life =) a good one indeed*
*listening to One Republic -Good Life =) a good one indeed*
Sunday, April 3, 2011
A friend in Adam Baker
F.r.I.e.n.D.s F.o.r.E.v.E.r
Friends. This post is specially for a dear friend of mine who's miles away in the land of down under. Yup. Waaaaaaaaaay down there ;) . To my buddy Adam this one's for you.
I have to admit that I don't have that many friends. I think I've got more acquaintances rather than friends. For me, a friend is one who would be there for you through thick and thin. Moment of sadness and happiness. And definitely would wake up from a deep sleep or lend you his/her shoulder at any time that you need him/her. It's definitely not someone who talks behind your back the moment you're out of sight or feel a tinge of jealousy when he or she knows you've done better than him/her. So... in other words it's simply a true, pure an honest kind of bond that the both of you share.
Throughout the journey of my life (up till this day), I've got some that I've lost along the way (let's not go to why it all happened) , kept a distance because of disagreements or petty arguments, lost touch simply because of the distance or even just because you've allowed yourself to be part of a new crowd of friends and letting the ones that you've got slipped away. That's pretty much on how I've lost some of mine. It's sad when you see the ones that you've grown fond of or build a bond for a long long time slowly become far apart from you. Nevertheless, there's always a reason to find new ones and keep them as part of your life.
I don't know Adam all my life but throughout my friendship with him it's been great. Simply a simple young chap but definitely a sweet and honest friend. One could never ask for a better friend than you bud. I really appreciate your company while I was there. Both you and Nao chan are amazing people. Thanks for accompanying me while I was on my shopping spree (poor you had to wait outside each shop that I went in to =p), lending your ears and most of all the warm hospitality that you gave (the numerous lunches/dinners/breakfasts). A big thanks for the Xmas gift as well. I'm glad to have known both You and Nao =) . My lovelies in Perth.So, before I get all teary-eyed... Happy Birthday to you and cheers dude to the many more years of our F.R.I.E.N.D.S.H.I.P =)
Can't wait for my next trip over there with my other half ;) (sayang...hint*hint*)
Alrighty then...that's it for now. Until my next post...
xoxo
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