You stop drinking cold water and exclusively drink warm or hot. Because no one serves it and what’s the point. Feeling tired? Drink hot water. Feeling happy? Drink hot water? Want a promotion? Drink hot water. This is the answer to everything.
Month: March 2019
I Got Netflix and The Show That Sucked Me In
I’m a millennial and have a smartphone, so of course this is not my first experience with Netflix. However I took a huge break from Netflix and haven’t watched any since moving to China. For one I really felt to busy and I would rather read a book, take a nap, go explore than get sucked in. However, this show got me. I reinstalled Netflix on my phone and stumbled across “The Bodyguard” which is a 6 episode season and WOW. It blew me away. The episodes are longer than the typical 45 minutes and this show is beyond anything I could expect.
I’m Learning Chinese and Other Tidbits From Shanghai
(Very cool art exhibit from Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama)
The day has finally come! I have a mandarin tutor and am studying the language. Some may ask why it took the long; I’ve been living in Shanghai for 7 months. It is easy to get by in Shanghai with little knowledge of the language given the international and global culture of the city. HOWEVER, I did not want to be one of those foreigners who moved here and never took the time to learn the language beyond little phrases. There are plenty of those types of expats.
Shanghai Life Lately!
Well folks, life is back to my normal non-tour guide self. I would say it’s less busy…but it’s not, it’s just more routine than bopping around Shanghai. The next day after I sent my mom back home, my friend Josie from Germany stopped by on a layover to Australia! I showed her a quick glimpse of Shanghai and we sat around the Starbucks reserve reminiscing about our days in Malaysia. Can’t believe it’s been six years since we lived there!
Sheryl in Shanghai Part II
Shanghai is the ultimate metropolitan city and no visit is complete without checking out the Starbucks Reserve which is an incredible space of design and delicious treats! It’s filled with both food and beverages you can’t get in regular stores and you can watch them roast the beans right their. It’s a symphony of excellent customer service and beautiful execution. Of course I had to take my mom! It’s also located on West Nanjing street which is a happening and trendy place to check out.
Sheryl in Shanghai Part I
Well, this is one of the first few extended moments I’ve had to sit down and do some writing on what I’ve been up to since my mom arrived last week! It’s really been a whirlwind and I give her major props for keeping up the the crazy long days and excursions I’ve planned. I met my mom at the airport, shuttled her back to my apartment and told her to pack for the next day! What a trooper. I wonder where I get my go go go attitude and lifestyle…..for those of you that don’t know me that’s a joke. I got it from my mom, the original energizer bunny.
Kaila in the World 