1 month plus 1 day ago, I was still at Singapore, getting ready for my flight, for my journey, only to realised that the flight was delayed, again, again and yet again because of the typhoon....Had a great company with the guys. With you around, I won't cry, cause I am always happy around you all. No matter how sad, I just can't bring myself to cry in front of you all...
The part where I almost teared was on the actual day of my flight, when I really have to say goodbye, when I left my dad who was in constant worry for me. Each time I hear their voices, tears would still well up... And the voices of you guys...brightens my mood for the whole day! =)
The part where I almost teared was on the actual day of my flight, when I really have to say goodbye, when I left my dad who was in constant worry for me. Each time I hear their voices, tears would still well up... And the voices of you guys...brightens my mood for the whole day! =)
1 month later, sitting on the chair in my room, I am facing the treat of yet another typhoon. Don't know if it is good news or bad; good because there will be no school, bad because we will be stuck at home, many people and services will be affected. Now as I am writing this, it is signal 8. Kind of scary to hear the howling sounds of the wind and the trees swaying, almost couldn't keep my umbralla straight. But yup no worries, I am still not blown away by the wind. Hope the number of casualty will be kept to the minimum. Auntie is knocking on every door to make sure we closed our windows. I pray for her safety on her way home. Looking at the brighter side, I wish to have a whole day free tomorrow to finish up my stuff! Work is indeed piling up..and i have a test coming next Friday.
Hku is now my second home. School here is the same as back home, stressful, loads of stuff to catch up on. But the lecturers are still not that bad, at least I can still understand what they are saying. But it is taking a whole lot of my time and energy. Exchange is just different from holidaying boo~~
4 weeks down, I have been to quite a number of places, but not yet quite enough. I visited Causeway Bay a few times that I am kind of familiar with the place (though I still can get lost..)Been to Mongkok for shopping 3 times but haven't really bought a lot. Shopped items to list: 3 shirts, 2 shoes, 1 bag. And that is all......sadded. I spent most of my money on food and groceries...way too much argh! Even the trip to the factory outlets at tung chung remains futile. Only victory item was the jacket from Espirit. That was the proudest trophy of them all. pathetic.
Some random shots:
Tourist attractions: Macau, Ocean park, the peak, stanley market. It was full of fun fun fun! And my body keep getting dark dark dark =( Autumn, where are you???
Now that I have stayed here for a month, I guess I can share with you all some thoughts about living here in hk.
1st, source for cheap and good food. Dim sum is good. But not recommanded to eat it everyday, every meal. Best way to save $$, eat when they have promotions, like during some odd hours e.g. 2-4pm. That way, you can have a full stomach without exploiting too much on your wallet! Food is also cheap during mornings; you can get a meal 20-30% cheaper than normal times . Eat a full breakfast (brunch) and make it last through the day, then reward yourself with a good dinner!
gong zai min
the ever famous dim sum
ju pa bao
nai cha
ju pa min2nd, prepare sandals and shoes if you are planning to tour hk. This place is full of slopes!! Wear heels at your own risk. Ironically, hk is full of heels. You are hardly find flipflops and slippers around. The slack culture is unique to Singapore. Transport is expensive! If it's a short distance, just walk and train your leg and butt. A octopus card is what you need to travel around.
3rd, learn cantonese! Everyone speaks cantonese here. It's a torture not able to understand them or express your thoughts to them although they do speak chinese as well (but not as good). Our accent is actually more recognisable than you think. More than one has already asked if I am Singaporean.
4th, learn their culture! I am still learning man....
5th, slim yourself down before coming. Hk is really limited in space; room is small, streets are narrow, restaurants are small, even the toilet cubicle is small ~.~"" I wonder if hk ostracise fat people. Speaking of that, my tummy is bulging......
One month down and there's so many things to pen down. But all in all, I am still adjusting well to life here and hopefully will be for the remaining months. There are a lot more places to explore and I want to venture out to taiwan and china. More photos uploaded on facebook!!
p.s. to the crazy woman I am living with, thanks for the support. =)
