The sun still shines its way

My favorite Japanese singer has released her new album recently.
I really really excited about those news songs, and do love all of them!
I think she is born to sing, I appreciate her talent and look forward the next hit.
宇多田 ヒカル, you are the best~~~~~~~~

need a cup of coffee to relax?

My every-day works have been taking over my life lately. But not in a terrible way.

Simley bowl

" Sometimes style wins over function—like that dramatic white carpet you make everyone walk around. But when it comes to accessorizing your home, a design that is both fun and efficient is one you hold on to. You can find that rare harmony in this genius two-in-one handblown glass bowl. Sure, curves and shine will catch your eye, but a design that separates nuts from shells (or candy from wrappers)—and smartly holds remnants of real life—will win your love. Smiley Bowl designed by Eva Solo."

What a hectic month it is!

Recently, I have been swamping with many many works. New semester began, new drawing classes are impending, new schedule for life was built, every day is new to me. I have never felt this way before...so fresh, meaningful and glorious. Is it a hint of growing up? Is it a time to organize, work hard and dealing with limitations? Whatever, I am not going to change anything even if I overwork myself sometimes. This is my life, I don't want to regret some day. I am not eager to be somebody but to be myself. I just want to live only once but with hope -- that's my philosophy.

For the coming days, I will have a great deal of work to do. I will work want to move various projects along but I will also have to build some fundations in preparation for future development. The pressure of all this may affect me or people around me. So, I have to be careful particularly not to take my frustations out on my friends or family and try to be as patient as possible. Next, I am concern about my health can be affected by the strong emotions I'm often subjected to. Exercising regularly, take the time for good nutrition, and protect my inner harmony, too. Allowing ample times to be with the special person I feel close to. Socializing is an important part of my life, can not be neglected. Expressing the joy of living, I may feel and enjoy the social activities, excitements and adventure.

In order to achieve my goals, much more work is necessary to develop their potential than is at first appartent. The potential in some of my existing ventures are not be easy to determine the right direction in which to move. Wait patiently and concentrate on situations pointing to the future, I suppose.

I sell bottle teas as my part-time job.

This product can be sold 200 boxes a month. Though I am not sure whether it will still be so hot among the people. Anyway, I am learning and do my best keeping the sales rank on top.

This is my stand which I give samples to people walking by me.

     A throng of people shopping in the market. Particularly on the weekends.       

     My co-workers. They taught me a lot on selling and it is really really nice of them giving their hands.                                                                                    

Sheveli Pan

Feb. 6, what's so special? It's the Chinese New Year eve!

Today, people usually gather together with their family members, some even drives far away in order to have a reunion dinner. Each dish has symbolic meanings, we always have:  fish sybolizing abundance, and the Chinese word "yu魚"  = fish is homophonic with "yu餘"  = surplus; boiled dumplings, their shapes are similar with "yuan元-bao寶" = money ingots, they may contain special treats including coins, which are supposed to bring good luck throughout the coming year; Oranges, it is said that they also bring good luck to us; Nian年-Gao糕 = sticky chinese pastries which made from glutinous rice, the other flavor is made with red beans; moreover, Nian Gao sounds similar to  年年高升 implying promotions or prosperity year after year. The four were what I just had on this day.

After having a lovely dinning moment, I received three red packets ( it contains amounts of cash or one's favorite item inside) from my relatives. Then, my parents, sister and I went out to set off firecrackers. At the same time, I prayed myself  would be prepared to face the coming challenges and have a solid foundation for my future while watching firecharackers displayed vivaciously.

Sheveli Pan

*I wish I could take some pictures on this day, but for the pity's sake, I forgot to pack it into my bag. I supposed I might too eager to eat the big meal. Oh...see how many valuables I missed and how careless I was.

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Wanna add some puffs upon a cake but worry it will too sweet?

Not at all.

KASHI KOBO JAPANESE BAKERY offers low calorie, low sugar contained desserts/cakes for anyone who always linger for a moment in front of the delicate windowpane just affraid to take too much in their diet.

On my father's birthday, I presented him with a cake fringing with cream and has fruits and chous on top. At first, I cared about the flavor would too loud, but after tasting it, you could discern the great mix between the two cream and then enjoy the difference.

Next time you may give a surprise to someone who really like dessert.

Father and his cake

Sheveli Pan

I have been informed that some foods are benefit our health.

First, I wanna thank my friend - Ya Mei Chi for giving me such useful facts, so that I can share all of them here. 

Let's see what's the secret as the following:

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  Carrot + Ginger + Apple  - Boost and cleanse our system.
  
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  Apple + Cucumber + Celery -  Prevent cancer, reduce cholestrol, and improve stomach upset and headache.
  
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  Tomato + Carrot + Apple - Improve skin complexion and bad breath.
  
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  Bitter gourd + Apple + Milk -  Avoid bad breath and reduce internal body heat.
  
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  Orange + Ginger + Cucumber - Improve Skin texture and moisture and reduce bodu heat. 
  
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  Pineapple + Apple + Watermelon - To dispel excess salts, nourishes the bladder and kidney.
  
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  Apple + Cucumber + Kiwi - To improve skin complexion.
  
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  Pear & Banana - To regulates sugar content.
  
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  Carrot + Apple + Pear + Mango - Clear body heat, counteracts toxicity, decreased blood pressure and fight oxidization.
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  Honeydew + Grape + Watermelon + Milk - Rich in vitamin C + Vitamin B2 that increase cell activity and strengthen body immunity.
  
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  Papaya + Pineapple + Milk - Rich in vitamin C, E, Iron. Improve skin complexion and metabolism.
  
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  Banana + Pineapple + Milk - Rich in vitamin with nutritious and prevent constipation.  

Sheveli Pan

Silo, we all love you!

Today, clamorous outside but mournful inside.

Our beloved dog - Silo (white in Japanese) was passed away at 8:10 this morning.

We knew that day would come but we didn't expect it come so fast...

Two months ago, he was weird, he ate less than usual, and he didn't bark as often as he does.  At first, we thought he just had no appetite, we simply considered that he was getting old.  As he became inactive, he panted badly and coughed painfully even he had no reaction to our voice, we immediately took him to the doctor.

The doctor diagnosed his case as a heart disease since he started coughing; moreover, he told us to be prepared.  After coming home, we followed the prescriptions to take good care of him but his condition didn't get better; what's worse, he only drank water all day but anything so that he was too weak to walk. The lack of nutrition left him with paralysis of his legs. My mum couldn't help but injecting him with a drip which contains chicken soup/milk, she never give up, she still hoping he would come around one day. Who knows...

Tomorrow he is going to cremate by the aid of a pet corporation.  May his soul rest peacefully in Heaven.

Silo was coughing

thank you for accompanying us for 11 years.

Silo, come on!

we will miss your vavicity, voice, and everything on you.

Sheveli Pan