Beijing teaser

Pics from my friend's trip to Beijing this past weekend...She said it was FREEZING!









I think I am going to try the fried scorpion when I get there...

My Gap?

My friend who is currently living in Korea visited Beijing this past weekend and sent me this picture

Could this be my future store??? I think it is :D

Green Curry and Shuter Island

So I am completely addicted to the Green Curry at Thai Taste, but Thai food can get really expensive, so I decided it would be a good idea to learn how to make it.

Prepping my all green ingredients...


Ta-Da!


I even got all fancy with the rice balls. Hahaha
Next time I will try adding eggplant :) MmmmmmmMmm

Hopefully I will learn how to make some authentic Chinese food while in Beijing.

Also tonight we watched Shutter Island with Leonardo Di Caprio


I. LOVE. LEONARDO. DICAPRIO.

I think Inception is one of my new favorite movies <3

CHanges

Got another email this morning saying we need to change our flight again.
Now I will be flying out Oct 8th and coming home EARLIER (Dec 7th) Booooo :(

I am starting to think I'm not going at all.

The thing is, I still really want to do this and I would do a great job, but all these last minute changes are stressing me out big time.

Things I need right now:

1. Sushi


2. Pinkberry


3. More shoes

In need of some retail therapy

I needed some cheering up today AND I was tired of having such a shitty phone so I went out and bought myself an iPhone.



Sadly, I have to wait a few days for it to come in.



Things are better now that I've talked to Eric and Kim.
They are the best!

=__________=

okay, i've calmed down a little bit now that i've gotten some sleep.

now i have to figure out what i am going to do about work bc i still gotta pay dem billzzzzzz.

kim put me back on the schedule for tomorrow but i don't know about the rest of the time i'm here.

ok i lied, i'm still upset :\

I am going crazy

Today was my last day at work (again) and my flight is in two days and I just received an email saying the opening of the store has been pushed back yet again.
Now for another 3 weeks!!!
I understand these things happen, but I'm not going to lie...
I am losing my fucking mind right now.

This is all Kim Bravo's fault >:[

This morning we went to Terrace Cafe for the first time to try their Red Velvet Waffles.

It was nommy =^_^=



Jenny and I split the Red Velvet Waffles and the Florentine Benedict



The Croque Madame


I finally got an appointment with Lindsay to get my haircut this afternoon.

It feels so nice and straight right now MmmmMmm.

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I've spent the pass two and a half hours watching No Doubt videos

I still LOVE No Doubt




My favorite song & video will always be New.

Less than one week to go (again)

I just busted out my space bags and smashed all my jackets and hoodies into one flat pancake :D


I am 90% packed, I have 3 more days of work and I am finally getting my hair cut tomorrow :D :D

Ahhh, I think I'm almost ready.


Here are some pictures from my "going away" party at work



These are the lovely China cupcakes that Amanda made...oooh look how sparkly <3


Doing what we do best...talk and eat


Kelsy, Marquita and Bravo


Felicia and Susan


Michelle


Brand Team - Michelle, ME, Susan and Kelsy


Marquita, Lisa and Clarice


Clarice, Jimmy & Lisa Reed


Songs by Rob


Last but not least, me with the infamous Kim Bravo

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Going to get some Red Velvet Waffles tomorrow <3

Acrobats of God

Limited Edition "Wood" Collection by Acrobats of God

This has been a super fun past couple of days.
Sunday my store threw me a surprise going away party.
It was so sweet and I was COMPLETELY SURPRISED!
Tonight we had a little get together at my sister's and it was also super fun and I got a lot of great presents and it was great seeing everyone.
I am a little disappointed that I won't be leaving tomorrow, but I am glad I will have one more week to hang out with everyone.

I will update with more details later when I get some of the pictures.



I did get this email today:

Hi Beijing Assignees –

Just wanted to reiterate that each of you will have your own apartment – no roommates. This was included in the FAQ sent last week – but just in case you missed it.

The reason for this was purely expense – it was cheaper for you to have your own than to room with someone…

See you soon!

I am super stoked! I got confirmation of my first China visitor!!! Yay!!!!

Amazing Space Saving Furniture

Here is the link to the article

Lavin x H&M

It is official: Lavin will be doing a collaboration with H&M which will be released Nov. 23, 2010!!!

Lavin Loves H&M
- Watch more Videos at Vodpod.

There better be an H&M in Beijing >_<

Fraser Residence Beijing

Not too shabby Gap

http://beijing-east.frasershospitality.com/

Residence features

The features include:

* Central air-conditioning with individually controlled thermostats
* Exclusive elevator access to apartments with security keycard system
* Modern and well-equipped kitchen:
o Electrical Hob & Hood
o Refrigerator
o Microwave oven
o Electric rice cooker
o Electric kettle
* Comprehensive Home Entertainment system:
o LCD TV
o Satellite, cable network and local TV channels
o DVD player
o Audio System
* Wireless and Broadband internet access*
* Direct dial telephone with voicemail
* In-room electronics safe
* Bathroom amenities
* Steam iron and ironing board
* Washing machine and dryer
* Welcome amenities
* An optional selection of lifestyle packages*
* Stationery
* Complimentary baby cot (upon request)
* Cordless phone


Thanks :D


Apparently its about a 24 min drive from the store or a 3 1/2 hour walk!!!

Just bought a bunch of books to take to China

Jenny and I spent about an hour or more today at Barnes and Noble--mainly in the kids section.

I was looking for a bunch of books to entertain me while I am in China.
Honestly I am not a big book person, unless its one of those "book club" books that stay-at-home mom's like to read, so I started by looking up Harry Potter books and ended up with these:

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone


Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets


The Road


The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time


Wicked


Animal Farm (I loved this book when I was in school)


The Catcher in the Rye (Jenny's favorite book)


Life of Pi


The Time Traveler's Wife

MmmmmMm Uhhhh......

My flight has been pushed back for another week and a half D: Gaaahhhhhhh!!!!




Now instead of flying to Shanghai for training we will be flying directly to our home store in Beijing.

These things happen...

But that does mean we will be returning later as well.

Also, still no word on living arrangements :/

Packing's a Bitch!