New York's Time

Hellooooo... Everybody!!!

I love all the bloggers, seriously. And proud to be one of them too~~
Can't love you enough and thank you enough for all the touching and lovely comments.

No worries, Beverly is Back ;)

Before continued to share my happy times in New York City (read THIS to know more), I would sadly take this opportunity to express my heartfelt condolences to Michael Jackson's families, friends and fans around the world.

This is the greatest lost. Too shock to be true :(

Life is really unpredictable, and sometimes fate is out of your hands. However, we still have the authority to create sweet memories right here, right now, before things go out of order.

My task (aka mission) here is to spread the happiness to you, as what I always do. Speaking of happiness, there's one thing that always make me smile, it's called FOODS.

In NY, yummy foods can be found in any corners. On our trip, Chean and I greedily tried as many dishes as we can!!!

Check out the room service at Soho Grand Hotel. They have the "bestest" hotel foods ever.




Calamari~~


Grilled Salmon. Two thumbs up! Love its fruity fresh flavor~~


Warm Chocolate Cake with ice cream.


One word, one expression -> MMmmm...

I can hardly describe how yummilicious it taste! Feed yourself a spoonful of warm chocolate follow by another spoonful of vanilla ice cream, what else can you say other than MMmmm...

The next day, Chean and I had more foods in NY!


Japanese cuisine, Menchanko ;)


Sometimes, it's kinda packed and crowded inside the restaurant. But it always creates a comfy feel.


Ohhh... I miss it so much!


Chean's order.


Mine~~

I know what you are going to say, those look like what you can find in K.L. right? Noop. They tasted completely different!

After Menchanko, we moved on to St. Marks for supper! Hooray~~


St. Marks is kinda like a Japan Town in NY.


This area is also full of punk culture.


Forgive me, I can't read Japanese language, I think I better called this place Sake House in order to avoid confusion.


Waiting for our turn...


Not to forget some "glamor" shots too :p


Don't play play. This place is really popular.


We both love the unspeakable uniqueness of this Sake House. I felt like I was actually in Japan (though I've never been to), it's very convincing, at least to me.


Finally, time to order!

Frankly speaking, Chean and I are extremely fulled after Menchanko. Therefore we only order SAKE (our all time fave) and a side dish. Who cares about weight? It's NY.


Chean's posting with the sake of my choice! Forget what it called, but it's only available in the Spring season ;)


The fishy fish tasted below standard, but it's ok.


After dinning, I saw everyone was given some kind of "pink powder".

I figured out what was that as soon as I stepped out the restaurant.


It's Cotton Candy Powder! How cool~~ We do it ourselves with the machine!

Lastly, the ultimate carving for the night has to be the famous Pommes Frites in town.


If you ever have a chance to stop by or visit St. Marks, Pommes Frites is a must-try!


Do not look down to this tiny place, it hides the tastiest fries on earth.


Faster Chean, I can't wait to bite on them (though I'm sleepy after taking sake)!


1) Super Yummy Mango sauce (US$ 1 to 1.50 if not mistaken)
2) Mayonnaise (complimentary)

Ohhh myyy...
Look at those foods, look at the fries, look at the salmon...

What a life. What can I ask for more?



P/S: For those who's wondering where am I exactly, I'm actually staying in Seremban, Malaysia all this time, for temporary. I'll back to U.S. in this September. Serembanians, shall we meet?

As I Promised

Here I am. I’m doing well. Thank you so much for all the concerns, loves, cares, hugs, supports and courage.

Yup, life still goes on, with or without anyone else.

But we often have a choice, either to keep moving on or to take a break and stumble around. Obviously, I chose the second option.

It has been a long break. I’m thankful for taking granted on everything during that period.

I impetuously skipped the final week, skipped presentation and heartlessly rushed on my final paper. Then, I wrongly booked the overpriced air ticket three times, and heartbrokenly paid for the triple penalties. Also (catching my breath)… I stupidly passed the red light and got caught by a traffic camera before leaving U.S.

Phewww…

After all the chaos and hassles, I left Chean and Miyaki alone.

How bad can I be, Darling? I know, I always have room for that due to your unconditional loves and cares.

As I promised, I’ll be back as a brand new self.
As I promised, I’ll engrave sweet memories and only sweet memories in my heart.
As I promised, I’ll love everyone that loves me or loved me before.

That includes you, Darling.

I think I’ve found the one, the one who is reliable and irreplaceable in this world; just like grandma to me.

And you grandma, as I promised, I’ll remember your smile. Welcome to your new home, you are now living in my heart.


Chean and I at Cannon Beach, Oregon. Photo taken in 2008.



Grandma and I at Seremban, N.S. Photo taken in 2007.

The Saddest Note

I'm on my way home. Yup, from U.S. to Malaysia.

Don't be jealous...
Nothing to be excited...

Seriously, I wish I don't have to go home. Not because I don't miss my families or friends, or Malaysia, I just can't afford to lose her...

forever...

I'll miss you, grandma...



p/s: I'll stop blogging, at least for couple weeks... though I promised I won't stop blogging no matter how... Sometimes when you think you have the world, the world just won't be the same like before...

Happy Birthday, Chean

Me
Chean

Darling, I've booked a window seat table at Chart House (an expensive restaurant in town) on Sat (which means last Sat). Are you exciting about it?

You know what, I don't really want to celebrate this year.

Why? Why not? It'll be fun!

A relaxing evening with homemade dinner sounds fun too, we don't really need to go to Chart House. Most of all, my ultimate birthday wish is to Save Money.

Com'on, it's your birthday! Can you just loosen up a little and treat yourself better?

It's my birthday, that's why I want to make the call. Can I just have my birthday celebration done in the way I desired?

Well, you can imagine how bad it goes for the rest of our conversation.

Eventually, Chean won. No Chart House, no over-the-top-celebration, no relaxing homemade dinner either. It's his birthday after all.

I got really pissed off at some points he doesn't want to celebrate his birthday with me. It still piss me off now, seriously.

Don't tell me you don't really care about your birthday too, even if you don't care about it as much as I do, you still wish to celebrate your day with someone special, you still wish someone will remember your special day! So, stop bullshitting.

Anyway, I get pass it (though it's hard) and secretly plan his birthday celebration with his colleagues.

Yup, we are going to do it in your office, you can't say NO. Hahaha...


I baked these blueberries cupcakes for him.


It takes me about 5 hours, from packaging, frosting to cupcakes. Phewww...


They turn out professionally great in terms of taste and presentation :)


I also bought a birthday cake at bakery store, just in case my cupcakes screw up :p

Here we go!!! I brought everything to his office to surprise him. More than 20 of his colleagues shout out his name "Chean-Wei Law" loud before the compulsory birthday song. Chean was overwhelmed a little and surprisingly shocked when he sees me and Miyaki!




Enjoying the cakes. What a nice tea break :p


His buddies got him a very thoughtful gift. "Time for a change" written on the box. We wonder what's inside.


It's a purple sweater from American Apparel. Chean, you shouldn't wear the same purple sweater all the time. Hahaha...

That's what Chean's birthday all about. Sorry for the lack of photos people, I was busy taking care of Miyaki. Thanks to everyone, especially Mark Jacobs, who makes his birthday memorable and unforgettable.

If you can't make it on Chean's birthday, yet you want to deliver your very best wishes to him, now it's your turn!

I'm collecting 100 birthday wishes for him. Help me to realize this mission, please ;)

A big thank you and a big kiss from me in advance... Muakssss...

Continually to be New York Baby

If you expect to see my shopping goods in NY, this post is going to disappointed you. You should know one if the Beverly's Secret rules, save the best for last :p

This is not our first time being in NY.

Chean used to live in NY and I visited him twice in NY for couple months. However, this NY trip means so much for both of us, it's like a homecoming thingie with nostalgia.


Chean and his colleague, Ken, on yellow cab.


A touch screen mini TV in the cab. I don't know about this at all! Damn out-dated!!!


Soho Grand Hotel, of course located at Soho, Manhattan. This is where we sleep, shout, dance, rest and act crazy~~ Woo hoo~~


Check in first~~ Tatum, chean's colleague as well, is on the right.


Warm hand towels upon check in reminds me of MAS airline.

Ready to see the room?


Oppss... Don't forget the room keys.


Yup, it's a small room. Com'on, it's New York people.


At least we got a Queen size bed ;)


Flat screen TV, whatever... Who will stay in the room and watch TV in NY?


The iPod stereo beside our bed is very useful though. Love it~~


Kind of like the washroom wallpaper...

Then, we went out for a short walk at Time Square! TIME SQUARE!!!


Chean posing at the subway station.


You think NY subway is super high-tech, clean and comfortable? You are damn wrong!!! It is the dirtiest one ever (yup, dirtier than KTM), but convenient. So, suck it up.


Hola~~ Time Square!


New York never sleeps. Best place for night owls like me!

So, what about calling the room service for a late night craving?


Mouthwatering?

Hold your saliva till you see this...


Don't you know NY cheese cake is super popular?


Ham Sandwich and Mini Cheese Cake cost us a total of US$ 60++, including taxes and tips.


I love dining in bed, especially when you have someone to clean the sheets for you. Weeeeeee :p

I shall update more, but too many things happen at once recently. Going to visit a winery tomorrow to do some wine test for my marketing group project (Don't worry, I'll not forget to take pictures for you all).

Life is great, isn't it?