February 6, 2015
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Lights, Camera, Butterflies… VALENTINO!

Last night my friends and I attended the opening of Valentino’s new beautiful flagship store in Hong Kong.  I get to attend these events from time to time and I have to say, rushing back to the island immediately after work and arriving without looking as if I swam across the harbour- with my clothes on- is always a challenge.  Hong Kong humidity… ugh!  However, last night’s event was attached to my office in Tsim Sha Tsui.   For once I arrived dry and, as a result, didn’t have to avoid the cameras.   Also, people were able touch me without pulling away in complete disgust.  It was a good night.

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January 26, 2015
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Happy Birthday HONG KONG

There may not be an extravagant firework display, but nonetheless, today marks a historic day for Hong Kong.  On January 26, 1841, the British Royal Navy landed on Hong Kong Island and Commodore Sir Gordon Bremer raised the first Union Jack flag at Possession Point, marking Britain’s occupation of Hong Kong.

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November 27, 2014
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A Hong Kong CHRISTMAS… according to PARIS

Last night, while in optimistic spirits, I went to Oliver’s to buy the last remaining items needed for my annual Thanksgiving dinner gathering.   And guess what, after hitting seven grocery stores in less than one week, being optimistic, optimistically, paid off!  Oliver’s delivered!  And.  Once again.  I’m thankful Thanksgiving comes only once a year.

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November 17, 2014
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ONE THOUSAND DAYS in Hong Kong

Today is BIG.

Today is my 3 year anniversary of living in Hong Kong! I’m quite proud of that declaration, because while it may have only taken a few seconds to type, it took 1,095 days to live.  By now (if you’re a long time reader) you’re probably wondering if all I do is set around and count the number of days I’ve lived in Hong Kong and yes, the answer is yes.  But also, I am here to say I have enjoyed many of those days.

Especially the last 134 days.

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