September 11, 2014

Hello Jeonju!

I knew I will procrastinate and will leave this blog to rot on its own. I knew it grrrr. 


I have actually set foot in Jeonju for more than 2 weeks and to be honest I have all the time in the world to post an update. But oh well, I'd rather watch dramas, variety shows and roll around instead of doing something that is (rather) meaningful

I'll just do a series of photo updates, also I'll make an announcement by the end of the post ! :)

The aerial view of SK before landing at Incheon International Airport
Jeonju University's dormitory cum old gate.
So, I was sent to Jeonju for my Korean Language Programme before heading to Seoul for my graduate studies. Anyway, there's nothing much I can say, because classes have yet to start. Classes would only start after Chuseok (Mid-autumn fest), so hopefully by then I'll get back to everyone about classes.
28/8: first orientation for Jeonju Uni's GKS scholars

2/9: Jeonju province's GKS orientation
Awesome goodies !



Date: 29 August 2014
Venue: Hanok Village and Gaeksa Street

I also did some sightseeing in Jeonju!
Jeon Dong Church situated right in front of the Hanok Village street.


One of the many Hanoks in Jeonju Hanok Village
Hanok Village street
A garden in front of Gyeonggi Jeon
Gyeonggi Jeon's entrance
Gaek-sa Street also known as Jeonju's Myeongdong

On one of the many days, instead of hanging out in town, we decided to go to a temple nearby our campus, but unfortunately we were terrible with direction so we ended up wandering around a village nearby our campus!
About 10mins walk away from dorm and you get this view! Fuh
Hanging out with the Americans!



Date: 7 Sept 2014
Venue: Hanok Mural Village and Eunhaeng (Ginkgo) Street

I think this is the Craft work Hanok/Museum
At the mural village!


FYI although this mural village is a tourist attraction, this village is inhabited just like any other villages only with fancier houses. Anyway, my point is these Koreans are so thoughtful that they actually built beautiful rest stops on their own property for tourists, and most importantly is- it is absolutely free! 






Kay and Dulce
Low roof


Spirited Away
Kungfu Panda House! Woots
Hanok Mural Village Tour with people all over the world!

Ginkgo Tree at Ginkgo Street




I admit that this is an extremely half ass entry but I do it for my own memory's sake so it doesn't really matter, I guess? Besides, I have missed out the trip to Chonbuk University which is a student heaven compared to our Uni's surroundings in this entry, but be rest assured cause I'm sure I'll make more trips to that part of the town in future!

Anyway, from today onwards I'll do frequent posts about trivial stuff like food, rants and any random things that happen in a day in my newly created Dayre account! I'll make major spams that I dont usually do in any of my social media platforms. As for this blog, I'll try my best to keep it alive and dedicate it to more informative and/or full-blown coherent entries!

Till then! 

August 25, 2014

Countdown

There's only about a week left to Korea-bound. Well, this isn't my first time leaving home for studies but the difference is I'm gonna be a few thousand miles away instead of a train ride away from home, the thought of it really makes me have second thoughts on the decision that I have made a few months ago.

Back when I was doing my undergrad, I went through the homesick phase, I traveled home every single weekend just because I couldn't stand the unfamiliar environment and loneliness. I can totally foresee this happening in a few weeks time and hopefully I would be able to deal with it without wanting to hop onto a flight home every weekend!

During a span of 3 months, I went through all the emotional ups and downs, being excited, anxious, happy and now I guess I'm having separation anxiety, can't stomach the idea of leaving home, family, friends and Benny. Looking at the huge luggage in my room constantly reminds me that I'm leaving soon and I can't do anything about it. To be honest, I am still not looking forward to this.

Anyhow, emo aside, let's get into my meetups.

Weixien
It's so nice to have someone to turn to when I'm facing problems, regardless it's some trivial stuff or making huge life decisions, hoping to see you do well in future, I know you will! :) 


Sulim
My best mate to share all frantic fandoms on  naturally or plastic-enhanced sculpted humans,  we grew along the way as well, from being overly passionate until today where we sort of think we're too old for these.  To be honest, I was embarrassed at one point because of my crazy past, but looking back at the money that I've spent, concerts that I've went, albums that I've bought...... dayum these are one of the best memories that I had! I'm glad this friendship lasted for so long ;)
Joey
Joey oh joey, ever so aunty and ever so helpful in everything :) Glad to have spent a few months with you before departing to Korea, would miss all the 1U trips, food hunt, grocery shoppings and window shoppings <3
Good luck with your job hunting !
Stop, Bing yew and Jianpei
Woah this friendship! Gawd, is this the 8th year so far? Glad to have them, we've grown so much and to see everyone pursuing their dreams and achieving great heights, as a friend I couldn't be more proud and happy for them. Also, would wish the best to Stop in doing whatever she wants to, just do and stick to it instead of thinking of how it will turn out. :)
Badminton Kaki
So glad to know that everyone is about to graduate soon! Knowing them really does make my Uni life a tad bit more happening, I'm not an extremely extrovert person so it was them who made me a little more proactive than what I am and I glad I did. ;) Also, they're really a bunch of genuinely nice people. <3 

Charmaine
She came all the way from SG just to spend a few days with me before I leave *gawd my feels, cant handle this*
She has been one of the dearest friend in my Uni life, we're so different yet we're so similar (cliche, i know), I'm just glad that I've actually managed to find people that I can really let loose and be myself as I grew older. Sarah who is currently at the land below the wind joined us for our short Skype session. I sincerely hope that both of these artsy-fartsy gals get to do what they like most, that's all I want and I know you guys are annoyed by my overly-optimistic attitude but hey this group need some balance in terms of  perspective in life! AHAHA

Sam, Natalie, Dawn and Gloria
They are the people that I'm eternally grateful of,  because there's where I've started to learn about myself and a whole new culture! So glad that despite not studying together for over 5 years, we're still close as ever! I''m always amazed at how well these people know me (for real), we studied together for less than 2 years, after that we meetup about 5 times or less in a year, and still they know how I am and how I'll react to things. GAWD

This entry took me over a week to complete, damn I'm really concerned about whether I can pull this through. However, I was told by a friend of mine who says that it is important to keep everything recorded (photos, blog entries) for memory sake. Our rotten brain just doesn't have the capacity to remember so many things and with this once in a lifetime opportunity I guess this should be my motivation to keep posting.

7 hours to go before boarding, the next time when I greet this blog it'll be all the way from the Kimchiland! I'll definitely make an effort to post some stuff up! ;)    

August 15, 2014

Paradise in Rawang

I've been arranging and planing some farewell meetups or trips to extend my goodbyes to all the people who were dear to me over the last decade of my life before I depart to kimchi-land. For the past month, I've actually met quite a few cliques, I'll get into the few other meetups in a different post, but shall dedicate this post to my dear girlfriends that I've met in foundation. 

I think doing my foundation in UTAR was one of the best thing in my life. I've grown so much, met so many people, did some crazy stuff, made so many unforgettable memories, enjoyed every single millisecond throughout the year, seriously it was by far the best year of my life! Within that year, there was so much self-discovery going on, I tried to put myself out there to experience things that I've never thought I would do and I'm glad and proud that I did!

However, after foundation, it was time for everyone to part ways. I wasn't actually saddened by the fact because I know people come and go, there's no need to forcefully make people stay. I guess when time comes you'll know who matters and you'll do your best in keeping it tight.

I'm so glad that I've met these wonderful people in my foundation life and so far we're still keeping things tight *fingers crossed* haha! So, as we were discussing on how we're suppose to do the farewell, a trip just came into mind, because among the girls, some are eligible to participate in masterchef, some are born with the aunty talent or instinct and some are silly and fun to tease around with! A trip couldn't be any better with these girls!

So I went online to look for places or retreats that are affordable, beautiful and nice to spend a lazy weekend with, was scrolling through blogs and stumbled upon airbnb, thought of giving a try and there I found a gem!

What: Farewell trip
Where: Rainforest Retreat, Rawang (Templer Park Golf Course)
When: 9-10 August 2014


Jelly time! MUAHAHAHAHHAA  
Close up: Kitchen area and Cabin (double storey bedrooms)
Different angle of the kitchen area and the cabin (taken from the lounge)
Lounge with extended deck and upper deck
Maddy in the swing on the upper deck


We're situated on a hill, overlooking the beautiful golf course. What a view!
There are a total of 4 rooms, two family rooms that can easily fit in at least 6 and two couple rooms that can fit 2 ~ 3 people comfortably, this is one of the family room.
The couple room overlooking the beautiful scenery

So this is what I wake up to! :D
Masterchefs prepping dinner right behind! They provide stoves, hotplates, BBQ pit, pots, refrigerator, boiler, toaster, soft boiled egg maker, basic seasoning (garlic salt, pepper, butter), breakfast (bread, eggs, oranges, peanut butter jelly). All you need is to bring your cooking ingredients and wallah dinner is served ! 
My signature Tuna Mac & Cheese !
Dig in peopleee!

Esther and Benny! Oh this place is also animal friendly, you're free to bring your furry friends!
Maddy and Benny having loads of fun!
Weeeeeeee!


Benny running around !
The owner owns the entire mini hill, Mr. Saw stays at the bottom of the hill and we're given access to the entire hill which is about 3 acres! Benny, Joey and I walking up from Mr. Saw's place !
Our breakfast!
Esther and I

Stephanie with her stunninggg hair 
Asian Next Top Model Wannabes
Maddy and I being ourselves

Polaroid time!
Beautiful boulders and beautiful people <3

This place is beautiful and spending a night there totally reflect my ultimate goal in my life - to own a dog farm, dayum this is the perfect place! Quaint cabins and beautiful greenery, that's a dog life :D