Work-life balance

Quoted from Wikipedia:

"The expression work-life balance was first used in 1986 in the US to help explain the unhealthy life choices that many people were making; they were choosing to neglect other important area of their lives such as family, friends, and hobbies in favor of work-related chores and goals."

Well, that's the reason why Clark and I have both got new jobs. We've a strong belief that work can't take our life, family and friends away so that's why we were so determined to get better jobs in the previous months.

Thanks god the goal is now achieved and we've better quality of life than before (though I'm still constantly struggling with my study). I'm always looking forward to the time when I've finished all the awful linguistics courses. I hope I can pick up the cello again and manage to do my job better!

A Relaxing Monday

Haven't felt so relaxed for several weeks. After the medical check-up, and having my hair trimmed and straightened, I spent almost the rest of the afternoon wandering in Telford and reading newspaper during my afternoon tea. Suddenly realised how quickly time flies. Christmas is coming again!


It's a dangerous time for me because shopping malls (even the small one next to where I live!) usually play soft music box melodies all day long during Christmas time. I will immediately get into the mood of shopping when I hear those music.

Luckily I bought nothing except a box of almond and tofu biscuits because I couldn't see things clearly after the check-up!

Look at my new hair style! (Big forehead is now covered up by the fringe!)


Mum and dad are away for a 6-day trip. It's time for me to experiment with cooking skills. I've cooked a fairly satisfactory meal for 3-4 people today! 5 more days to go, keep going!

Big Forehead Day

I LOVE MY BIG FOREHEAD! And I also love patting it gently.

Gala Flamenca Dance

Flamenco night! Really love watching this passionate dance! The dancers were very skillful and talented but this time there wasn't any pas de deux (雙人舞)... I was quite disappointed actually...
But tonight is good enough because your companion can always make things better.

German Bierfest 2007

Energetic band, chicken dance, cheesy pasta, cold beer...
Interesting people, late Halloween gifts to the Brazilian children, made-in-China animal doll, American navy...
Beautiful harbour view, breezy and cool evening... these are the memories of our first German Bierfest!

Can't wait to go there again next year!