A Piece of HK
The BFFiHK, aka Eugene Kan, got me a gift as a way to say thank you for sending him packages of random stuff he buys online. Lol If you remember, he sent me a gift before which gave me the opportunity to create my own nutrition bars. Which btw were delicious with the ingredients I put in (chocolate chips being one of them). This time he ordered me something and asked if I could pick it up from Photoworks SF. Eugene takes a ton of photos (awesome ones btw) and so he decided to get me a printed copy of one of his photos.
First off, I like the way Photoworks SF packaged it. It reminds me of using paper bags as book covers. Haha But seriously, I like when gifts are wrapped like this.
I’ve never been to Hong Kong…or Asia. Basically I’ve never been out of North America. The closest I’ve gotten to Asia is going to Chinatown in San Francisco…and maybe parts in Vancouver. Haha Eugene captured an image of an area called Mong Kok in Hong Kong which in his words is “a big tourist trap”. Lol But I absolutely love this photo. There’s something about being on a street full of people going into little shops and markets and seeing tons of signs and products all in one small area. The hustle and bustle of a market place. It’s also the fact that it takes me out of my own element. Especially since I’ve never been there. Makes me wonder how life would be if I lived in another country.
The photo is printed on a 11×14 photo rag which is digital printing paper that’s 100% cotton. The photo has a foamcore and has a frame on the back so I can hang it.
After over two years of living in my apartment, I’m happy this is the first piece of artwork I’ll have hanging on my wall. One of the best gifts ever.
Thanks again BFFiHK!
If you want to see more photos that Eugene took, make sure to check out his blog HERE.
Karmin-Look At Me Now LIVE w/ The Roots
You saw their cover of “Look at Me Now” on YouTube. And you saw how she was rappin Busta’s part. Now see them live with The Roots!
Thanks T.Phu for sharing this!
My Pacman Weekend
While half of the Bay Area was in Vegas for the Pacquiao fight, I had a chill weekend with the homies from Philly and a taste of my past.
Meesh and Portia were home visiting from Philly so we brought them to our old stomping ground at a Mediterranean Restaurant called Pride of the Mediterranean on Fillmore. To be honest, I don’t usually order food there. If anything I’ll order fries (so typical of me). But if you wanna chill with some hot tea and hookah it’s definitely a good place to go. Make sure the owner, Sharky, helps you out. He’s a really cool guy and always takes care of his customers.
The next day I spent the afternoon in Chinatown. I headed for the Cameron House Carnival. Cameron House was originally a missionary for Asian women during the late 1870’s. For years now they’ve held summer day camps, youth groups and many other programs to help the community. My parents used to go to Cameron House and before my freshman year of high school they forced me to spend the summer as a day camp leader. I hated the idea of it but once I started going I grew to love it. I got to meet a ton of great people, including some that I’m still in touch with, and I give all the credit to Cameron House for teaching me how to get around in the city (I lived in the suburbs at the time). Every year Cameron House throws a carnival to raise money for day camps and youth groups and since I didn’t go the last few years I decided I should go. I definitely felt old. Majority of “my kids” (the ones that I was a leader for, meaning they were anywhere from 1st-8th grade at the time) are in college or have already finished college. But it was good seeing some familiar faces. Btw, have you ever watched The Pursuit of Happyness? I believe the basketball scene was filmed on the upper deck basketball court there (I could be wrong, but I’m pretty sure it was).
The homie AJ was in the dunk booth. Haha
Later that night, after getting chicken wings and my favorite chow fun from Chinatown, I headed to Augs’ place to bbq and watch the Pacquiao fight. The homeboys were in Vegas and so the girls (+ Fern) decided to bbq.
Now meet the dogs.
Appa.
Jameson with his floppy ear.
Tubbs.
Augs gave Tubbs a spare rib bone to chew on…he decided I needed a bone in my crotch. If you don’t get it…don’t ask.
Now off I go with a busy week ahead of me!
iLOVEshoes: Dolce Vita for Target
I was at Target one night probably buying something I really needed like contact solution, but of course ended up buying a bunch of other things that I probably didn’t need. Including these Dolce Vita for Target wedges. The Spring 2011 collection consists of wedges and sandals and while I hardly wear wedges, I couldn’t pass these up for $30. Although, if I had known they had brown ones I probably would’ve gotten those instead. Besides having a pair of closed toed Seychelles wedges that I wear to work, the only other wedges I happen to have are also Dolce Vita. Surprisingly the Target collection is a little more comfortable than my other ones. I can’t wait to wear these when it gets warmer!
Great Company. Great Music.
Man have I been busy. The past two weekends have been crazy but filled with a lot of fun and laughter. Last weekend one of my closest friends got married (which I will post later) and this weekend was full of great company and good music. Friday night I headed out with some of my girls for an all girls dinner at Limón on Valencia in San Francisco. The food was freakin delicious. We tried a prefixed menu that served three of the cold appetizers, three warm appetizers and three of the main dishes. The sangria was pretty damn good…probably even better than Cha Cha Chas…
I had work all day Saturday and then headed out to Santa Clara with my friend Trae for the J Boog concert. I effin loved it. It was nice to be one of the shorter ones in the club. Haha
J Boog was awesome and if you don’t know who he is…maybe you’ve heard his song “Let’s Do it Again”. It makes me wanna be in Hawaii soooooooo bad.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZQr0jdUJ5A
Sunday I managed to make it to work in the morning and later that night headed out to Yoshi’s in SF for Goapele’s concert. It was probably the third time I’ve seen her in concert and she’s just as amazing as the first time. If you’ve never seen her, I suggest going.
Augs and Trae put me on a new artist by the name of Mateo and he happened to record a song with Goapele. So he showed up on stage with her to perform it. I absolutely love this song and can’t get this shit out of my head.
Successful weekend to say the least. Now to tackle this coming week and have another awesome weekend.
Beastie Boys-Make Some Noise
J sent me the link to this video along with a comment saying “best music video”. After watching it, it’s pretty entertaining considering how many actors are in it! Seth Rogan, Elijah Wood, Danny McBride, Orlando Bloom, and more! Their new album, Hot Sauce Committee Part Two, is set to release this May. Definitely something I might have to pick up!
Vintage Gucci
A couple things I WILL have in my lifetime is a new LV bag and Gucci bag. But with the Gucci bags I tend to like the vintage ones better.
I found this vintage Gucci bag online from the 1980’s Accessory Collection.
On the back of the tag is the serial numbers. In the early 80’s the serial number was on a paper tag that by now is hard to find on vintage Gucci bags. The tags as you can see wear out and sometimes fall off. Luckily this one is still pretty much intact. Next thing to research is how to clean this bad boy.
MOCHA & miSFits
My cousins from Vegas are here for spring break. You know, the little one’s I’ve been talking about and that I always visit when I’m in Vegas? I went to Mason’s third birthday last month when I was visiting for a bachelorette party but forgot to post photos from his birthday. This past Tuesday I met up my cousin and the kids at this place called Mocha (museum of childrens art) in Oakland yesterday. I had never heard of that place before but it seemed like a really cool place to bring kids. They have different stations where they can do arts and crafts. Mackenzie went to every station, decorating a basket, painting, glueing and playing with play-dough. Mason on the other hand was stuck at the play-dough station almost the whole time.
This little one was so worried about how his hair looked, his mom had to let him face time himself so he could check it.
After lunch I stopped by the Adapt office. Picked up some miSFit stickers on the way out. These die cut stickers are pretty dope and great to stick on a car window or laptop!
Cookies for a Cure
My friend Jessica Gee created C.U.M.F.O.R.T.S. (Contributing Unconditional Means For Research, Treatment, and Support) blanket when she joined Team in Training of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. With C.U.M.F.O.R.T.S. blanket, Jessica does not only fundraise to donate to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society but she also helps a person in need. With every monetary gift that someone contributes, Jessica hand crochets a 6″x6″ square. When a certain amount gets donated, each square is put together and turned into a blanket for someone that is battling leukemia. Each blanket represents $1,000 towards the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
This Saturday my good friend Regina is teaming up with Jessica to host a bake sale. Regina is a foodie and loves to bake so she is donating her time and delicious delights to help raise money for C.U.M.F.O.R.T.S. blanket. Both Jessica and Regina will be at Dolores Park in San Francisco this Saturday from 12pm-4pm. All items will be $1 and ALL PROCEEDS will be donated. So if you’re free, come out to enjoy a day in the park with delicious treats and help contribute for a good cause!
And P.S- Regina bakes really yummy treats!
Outside Lands 2011 Lineup
Every year San Francisco has a 3 day music and arts festival in Golden Gate Park called Outside Lands. I’ll admit that I’ve never gone, but living across the street from the park allowed me to hear the music, see a ton of people going to the festival, and enjoy hearing the crowd scream for various artists performing. Past events included bands and artists such as Kings of Leon, Chromeo, The Strokes, Incubus, Daves Matthews Band, M.I.A, Black Eyed Peas, Beastie Boys, and more. How do I know this since I’ve never been? I’ve been wanting to go for the past 2 years but I always decided too late and couldn’t get the days off. This year, I’m on it and Outside Lands has released the lineup for this August!
I believe the 3-day passes go on sale this Thursday April 14th at 12pm PST and I think tickets for single days will be at a later time. We’ll have to find out on Thursday!
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