Monthly Archives: January 2016

My chinese cooking journey

Posted on January 31, 2016 by

After 5 months in Chicago, if I have to choose one improvement I see in myself, it will be my drastic improvement in cooking. I have lived alone in university halls and overseas before, however I never once mustered any … Continue reading →

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Winter hiberation

Posted on January 18, 2016 by

Just saw the news that Chicago is expected to experience -25 degrees fahrenheit wind chills all the way from tonight till tomorrow noon. Guess I can forget about making use of the free entry to selected museums for tomorrow. Now … Continue reading →

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Death

Posted on January 12, 2016 by

Got to know of my husband’s classmate who died unexpectedly last Friday through the school’s email blast. Although we were not that close to him, but he was one of the rare few whom my husband actually interacted more with. … Continue reading →

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Accent is key to blending in

Posted on January 7, 2016 by

After living in USA for a few months, I have come to the conclusion that having the right accent is the key to adapting and being accepted in a foreign country. I had a great time during my USA work … Continue reading →

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芈月传 mi yue zhuan

Posted on January 5, 2016 by

I had a 3 week mini break after my internship, before I resume my part time job in 2016, so how did I spend my time? Watching TV and videos naturally. I’ve always loved period dramas, in fact I think … Continue reading →

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Harry Potter Theme Park in Orlando

Posted on January 5, 2016 by

Orlando would have been great if it were 10 degrees cooler. Blue sky and white clouds make for a good picture but I definitely prefer dark skies if it means a less oily skin and less frizzy hair. I paid … Continue reading →

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