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The Day It Was Thanksgiving

First thing in the morning, I had some last minute food shopping must haves. So I went to Whole Foods in Union Square very very early.

But I was a lil bit too early so I went ahead and grabbed me some Starbucks, plopped myself down in the nearby park and finished reading my December issue of Vogue.

Then my fun shopping @ Whole Foods...

Everything Thanksgiving greeted me @ the door. It was sooo festive and fun just being in the feeling. Such a celebration!

Gotta have those!

Pumpkin, Apple and Cherry pies. Must have those too! Can't just have one!

Fruits and flowers....for added color and texture.

And right before check out, I came across this:

NO COMMENT!

Well you know what?  I am gonna comment!

If some people choose not to eat any type of meat whatsoever, then don't be calling it something that will sound like turkey  for crying out loud!

Go eat your tofu and call it TOFU! Ya hear?!

Happy Thanksgiving!

0-sha!

"Precious"

I finally had the chance to see this limited showing movie called "Precious". Based from a book called "Push".

A friend did warn me to bring Kleenex as the movie is supposed to be a tear jerker. She was right.

Not only that, the movie was sooo disturbing and heavy. Made me wonder if this kind of lifestlye do exist in this world. It was bordering unbelievable. But I guess, movies can sometimes be a refection of our reality.

It is a sad, sad, sad movie.

It dealt with incest, loveless relationship, neglect and missed opportunities in life. But it also showed a great deal of determination. A longing for change and the ability to rise up and move forward. But most of the movie focused on very very sad part.

Again, this movie was sooo heavy, heart wrenching and oh! so sad!

And if you are not the type that would wanna see this kind of movie, here are some that will be showing soon:

0-sha!

Maybe It's Just Me?!

While walking yesterday, I couldn't help but notice this bus station in Midtown.

with new signage and technology. I was kinda shocked and deligthed!

There's actually time schedule posted in the bus station! Wow!

Even the temperature. Cool!

Now, I don't know, maybe it is just me that I haven't noticed this from before but I was just happy to see it.

I sooo wish they start putting up those digital thingies in all bus stations in MY NEW YORK, so then we know if we still have time to get Starbucks while waiting for the bus. =)

Hoooray for giving us transportation information.

0-sha!

A Pink Update

This is an update to this: http://thegspotnyc.onsugar.com/5860935

About a week and a half ago, I finally got the fruit of my labor. My FREE custom made Thomas Pink! Awesome!

I got so excited when I got the package via FedEx....It was a few days late but oh well, it is here and I got it!

Thought I'd share it with you guys...

Enjoy!

It even came with the pretty PINK box with ribbon on it....it was beautiful when I received it.

It normally cost around $150-180 but I got it for free! Yay!

Thanks to a beautiful weather that day, lots of patience and to the new TV show who did the gimmick.

Oh! And I have been watching "White Collar" on USA network and I enjoy it.....It is easy, entertaining and quite cute kinda show.

So there ya go, MY THOMAS PINK UPDATE!

0-sha!

Tarallucci E Vino

After work, I decided I'd walk along the East Village. A neighborhood sooo laid back and I was just in the mood for laid back and no frills.

Took the M15 bus from midtown and took it all the way to 7th street and 2nd Avenue. Started walking and took my sweet ole time.

Then I passed by this place called Tarrallucci E Vino.

When I first passed by it, it looked like a cramped place packed with people. And basing from my experience, something like that tells one thing: IT IS A GOOD PLACE!

Then I sorta recognized the name again and remembered reading it from online sometime ago, it is locally chic and trendy cafe in the East Village.

Crowd: East Village beautiful.

Between 10th and 11th streets on 1st Avenue. Or at least somewhere there.

Thought I'd give it a try. Then as I entered the long narrow place, I saw menu of coffee, pastries and other stuff.

They do have wine too! Paninis, salads and such.

Was in the mood for the hot chocolate but they were out. So I tried the "Moka". A cafe mocha of some sort, I guess. Quite deliciously strong. Woke me up fer sure.

As I wanted to try the Pain Au Chocolat, they were out as well. Oh well, I settled for the almond croissant instead.

Found my little spot in the back and plopped down my mini hp and started this. Something to do I guess.

By the time I took a bite of the almond croissant, it took me to Cafe Heaven. It was delicious! Delicious!

The place is really simple looking. NO attitude, lots of character. Impressed actually....

I can actually spend a lot of time here, just like the guy across from me who looks like he's been draining the place's electricity with his mac as he sat there for gawd knows how long.

With my humble and simple mini hp, I am pretty sure I wouldn't last long with my battery just a teeny weeny bit.

But hey, I am writing this right? Moving on.....

Actually on my 2nd cup of Moka and this time, tried this danish pastry with shaved almonds and custard filling.

Guess what? Cafe Heaven, again! =)

If you are ever around the East Village, check out this place. It's an easy place, good selection in the menu and pleasant crowd.

It's that simple.

0-sha!

It Is A Good Thing.

Wow! I didn't know that my boredom would turn out to something productive and meaningful.

A few nights ago, while tidying up my locker at work. I realized how much hangers I have accumulated from my dry cleaning. You know, those wire hangers.

And we normally just throw them out.

So I typed an innocent note and posted it on the locker room wall:

And what a response I got! The next day, I saw a co-worker's laundry bag filled with hangers that will be sent back to the cleaners.

And today, I even saw a bigger plastic bag with a bunch of wire hangers.

It kinda made me feel sooo good. Just a litle note without any expectation and without pushing my co-workers in doing so, they all responded in the kindest gesture by joining me re-cycle the wire hangers.

It is a simple and little step in trying to do our part in conserving and re-cycling.

One little step from me and another little step from you is all we need to make Mother Nature happy.

What little step are you gonna do?

0-sha!

APC And Bedford Avenue

I had to tell my friend about APC's surplus shop in Brooklyn coz he looooves APC.

APC surplus store in Brooklyn.  Took the L train and walked several blocks on Grand Street.

http://usonline.apc.fr/?camp=&email=

Sadly, There wasn't anything both of us liked and didn't buy anything.

Even if it was 65% off! Nada!

But I have planned not to shop anyway so my interest was just to hang out with my friend and check out that part of Brooklyn.

After APC, we decided to check the up and coming neighborhood of Williamsburg. The Bedford Avenue part of it.

Seriously, it was my first time being in that part of Brooklyn and I was impressed! I sorta enjoyed the laidback feel, youth oriented, upcoming vibe of the neighborhood.

It is cool to know that the surrounding areas of Manhattan is getting the much needed break in terms of developments.

Besides, it is getting quite populated (8 million as of now and rising) in Manhattan.

Lots of condos being built and a lot of local shops and businesses. Kinda cute.

NO STARBUCKS! Yet. Sometimes, that is a nice sign. Local coffee shops I kinda like nowadays. It is all about character in this developing hood.

And check this out, as my friend and I decided to try out this tea house. Turned out, the owner is someone that I know!

I tried those tapioca drinks in coconut something something and it was delish! I'd actually go back there for that, again.

I enjoyed Bedford Avenue. I bet it is more fun walking in that part of town in the summer.

Problem tho, I think the L train is the only subway line that will take you directly to Bedford Avenue. So that can be really tricky.

0-sha!

I Just Excercised.....My Right To Suffrage

Today was a BIG day. I got to vote again. This time for Mayor, Comptroller, Public Advocate and a few others.

It feels sooo good to be able to vote. To hear your stand, just a few clicks of those voting thingies.

I feel powerful. In fact, I am powerful. The vote of ONE.

Now, may all who get elected serve for the better of this great city: MY NEW YORK. May they continue to work with the inspiration from its people.

Public service is a noble thing.

If you have not rock the vote, VOTE VOTE VOTE now!

Remember, if you do not use your right to Suffrage, you cannot complain, ever!

So don't let this day be a waste by not voting......Vote.

I have!

I was in by 9:40 am and VOTED by 9:46 am.

0-sha!

Food!

As you know, I seriously love to eat. It is a great thing.

Dig in:

The ex-Florent space in the meatpacking district was replaced by Gansevoort69. They just opened about a month ago so I decided to check it out.

Comfort and easy food.

Decor was confusing. Part modern, part "I wanna save the Florent" look. Mix match.

Crowd: meatpacking foo-foo, trendy and some out of this world few.

Food: OK. Nothing I'd go crazy about. Ok food. It served its purpose.

I enjoyed my mac and cheese tho. Quite nice.

Pear Tini for moi and coffee for my friend. Haha...Really extreme.

And for the Entree, I tried the white chicken with rice. Good.

Next is BIlly's Bakery in Chelsea. Grabbed some delicious chocolate cake with mocha buttercream for my folks' wedding anniversary.

It was quite delish.

And while I waited for the cake, I just had to take a pic of these pumpkin cupcakes that were sooo tempting.

YUM!

Now, this is special. Noodle soup with toppings of stewed sliced pork ( extra pork for moi) and wild veggies. I ordered it in pork broth, salt and roased garlic flavor with thin noodles.

Minca, down in the East Village. It is Ramen heaven.

Delicious.I can't stress enough. Seriousness.

Again, this place is wonderful.

Freshly made pork and shrimp gyoza...MmmmMMmmm.....

Minca is the bomb! Really!

0-sha!

Happy Halloween! - 2009

I've done it many times. Many times.

I wasn't gonna participate in this year's Halloween but at the very last minute, I decided to be part of it again. And a friend wanted to hang out ....So Halloween it was!

Funny coz whenever I do it, by the time I get to the parade, it gives me this satisfaction: "I am so glad I did it!".

It is indeed one night every year where everybody gets fun, creative and wild.

One night where people can let loose and put on costume, be a character and have a fantastic time.

This year, I was a SUPERMODEL! HAHAHAHA.

My inspiration: Louis Vuitton 2010 spring-summer runway show.

The Result:

Hahaha! Weeeeerk!

Did the Village Parade and had a lot of fun!

Enjoy these pictures!

Phew! Am I glad for digital camera! Can you just imagine if we still use those film thingies? Have to re-load a buncha films and for sure missing most of the good costumes while re-loading! Digital cam rocks!

So, people were out and about. The rain stopped and everybody had a fun fun fun time!

After the parade, I went to this bar in Hells Kitchen to relax and have more fun time!

Yay! Great Halloween. Last minute plans worked out even better than expected! Hoooray!

Happy Halloween! Don't you just love "Pepe's" (the pumpkin) costume? He is trying not to be noticed he's a pumpkin with the added stache. Hahahaha.....

We named him Pepe and he's even got a song......check it out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Itny_Vgz8CY

But, wait!

Now that Halloween is done with, I can't wait until this:

0-sha!