Just when you think life can’t get any more hectic, it (of course) laughs in your face and throws you an even crazier schedule and sees how you juggle it. But just for the record, I’m alive! But barely. Just excited and tired all at once about all that has happened, all that is happening, and all that is about to happen. The Desert Party@Loof on Saturday was superb. So many ... Read More »
I’m sharing (digital) space with Bono! Did an interview with 8flo in late August and they were kind enough to put me on the front page, Highlight #1, to drum up publicity prior to the fund raiser party last weekend. Thank you so much, folks :) Truly honoured. The turnout for the party was superb in no small part due to your help. Also, love that there’s a funky/wise collection of quotes ... Read More »
A blizzard of things has blown by in the last 48 hours, including a milestone run, a surprise shout out, priceless talent, heartwarming generosity, and jaw-dropping a capella. So basically life is going at a thousand miles a minute, which is how I like it. Let’s see if we can sum this up succinctly: Milestone run Latest milestone in the recent rounds of training was clocking 15km on sand with a 7.5 ... Read More »
It’s exactly one month from my little excursion to Cairo! Looking up hostels to stay in, seeing familiar street names and just the general thought of being in that city gives me the tickles. It still hasn’t sunk in yet — that I’ll be walking down Talaat Harb again, bargaining deep in the maze of Khan al-Khalili (because like all Hong Kongers I hate being ripped off and love a ... Read More »
– Getting a call from a friend who had once sworn off running saying, “I decided to start running. Can you come help me pick out a pair of shoes?” – Getting a text from said friend a few days later: “Ah, the pleasant ache of well-exercised muscles.” – On asking friend how he found the Asics we picked out: “Felt like I was running on clouds.” – Hearing from ... Read More »
It’s official, ladies and gents! Loof, World Vision, and I are proud to present to you The Desert Party @ Loof! Do come and join us. 15% of bar sales before 11pm will get donated to World Vision’s VisionFund. There will be a huge range of both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks plus food PLUS a view of our new skyline. There’ll also be goodie bags with, among other things, something that’s too ... Read More »
I’m just a little backpack, innocent as a bee After brunch again this weekend (yes, it’s a particular weakness of mine), I managed to catch the midday heat and grabbed a 7kg (or so I thought) backpack to hit the trail again in the afternoon. Was a bit frustrating throughout the run because I just didn’t quite seem to be able to hit my usual speed. “Was it the quiche? ... Read More »
We’ve launched the lucky draw! A huge thank you to the prize sponsors: Pan Pacific Singapore, Canon, Bang & Olufsen as well as a generous friend for putting up the prizes. Through this campaign, we’re hoping to raise the profile of runners and of World Vision, even if only by a little bit. Entries will be showcased at the upcoming fund raiser party at Loof on 4 September, which starts ... Read More »
Nothing removes guilt from a food shopping spree better than the excuse: “but, this chocolate bar is going to give me energy AND potentially save my life in the desert!!” NOM NOM NOM. In other news, am trying to read a book about the Sahara before the trip so I can truly appreciate the legends and fables of that land. That’s right. On top of normal work and training, fund ... Read More »
Back in the days when runway models were still somewhat relevant, a certain model (Linda Evangelista) had declared, “I don’t get out of bed for less than $10K a day.” You know what? I can say the same these days too! “I don’t get out for anything less than 10K.” Except I mean 10km… :p It’s just crazy how the distances shrink by the day, to the point where anything ... Read More »
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