Happy Sunday!

For those that don’t move on Sunday (like I do), there are a few things happening today that could interest just about everyone. Firstly, it is the Oscars. You might just find your favorite actor/actress/movie win tonight. Secondly, it is Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit marathon on TNT. I don’t mind seeing Ian McKellen and Viggo Mortensen light…

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Hello world!

Welcome to my cracking, new blog! Are you ready to know more about the best cheese toastie in London? How about the most invigorating walk in San Francisco? Madeleines and financiers in Paris? Or what to read when you’re feeling down? If the answer to all these questions is a resounding YES, then follow me….

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Blogging and writing

I am still struggling with the blogging mechanics 🙁 So many questions, and the number one is “Should I write shorter entries?” I just spent a month writing my entry about London. I had to divide it into 4 parts so it wouldn’t appear like an illustrated quasi-novel. I am afraid that I might be…

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My Ten

I can’t believe it’s already 2012! As much as I enjoyed 2011, I feel that 2012 is my biggest year yet 🙂 With that, here is My Ten for the new year: 1. My family’s unconditional love for me 2. My wonderful, understanding friends who never cease to support me 3. Receiving and reading well-written…

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My Ten

Here is my ten list for today. What is yours? 1. My not-so-Manic Monday 2. Terrible ideas that turn out to be great 3. Our super organized bookshelves 4. People are so much nicer around the holiday season. 5. Omnivore Books in Noe Valley 6. The smell of eucalyptus 7. Long drives 8. Watching The Ref…

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My Ten

Because I enjoy making lists, I have decided to start “My Ten” list in this blog. My list will consist of random things that I love and enjoy. So, here is “My Ten” list for today. Feel free to share yours. My Ten 1. I love the cold air of winter in San Francisco. 2. I…

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The joys and perils of traveling solo

Houses of Parliament – London, 2007 (1st solo trip) I am no daredevil by any means but I find such a thrill whenever I travel by myself. I have done it a number of times and researched extensively prior to each trips. A lot of people ask me why I like to travel by myself…

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Where did October go?

I can’t believe October is almost over and I haven’t posted anything here until now. Let me count the reasons why October went by in a blur for me. Reason #1: Work, work, work. I worked so much that I failed to see a movie, hang out with a friend (coffee, dinner, lunch, whatever until…

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Busy May

Hello everyone! I am so relieved that May is over 🙂 It had been a very busy month for me, as you can see from my blog’s inactivity. I can’t believe I only posted one entry for the whole month of May. Nevertheless, we are now in June and I have so many ideas to…

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