Sunday 22 May 2011

Tomorrow Never Comes

I had decided that yesterday would be THE day. I would start back at the MA I had taken a break from. I would organise my German notes. I would study study study.

But the kitchen needed cleaning. And so did the Bathroom. Those episodes of Modern Family were not going to watch themselves, either. I suddenly realised how desperately in need I was of a good mani-pedi. And what about my hair? A deep conditioning treatment was certainly necessary. Before I new it it was time to head to the shop and by food to cook for Jess and Julie who were coming over (I made sure to be bare-foot and flick my hair when they got here).

Oh well, there is always tomorrow. I mean, I couldn't possibly start today, I have to meet a friend for lunch, see a man about a bike, and I really feel the need to go for a jog...

If only I was doing an MA in Procrastination.

Saturday 21 May 2011

Berlin Beginnings

About three months ago I arrived in Berlin about from Malaysia, and the contrast couldn't have been bigger. In comparison to smiley, sunny Malaysia, Berlin and it's inhabitants seemed dark and cold. I cast my mind back to last summer, and saw a glimmer of hope in the changing seasons.


As I waited for things to warm up, I made some foodie friends with which I could experience the city in the best way I know how: eating. Jess and I went to an "Ostalgie" (Ost+Nostalgie) restaurant that specialises in food and décor from DDR




And with Lisa we experienced the world's tastiest kebab - food so good I have to share it with all my clothes. I think discovering this place was the turning point in my feelings for Berlin.




When I felt home sick for Korea, I found how easy it was to cook Korean food here.

And it turns out some Korean games are global too - I've seen this in playgrounds before.


I've danced through the day...

...and the night.


As the weather has warmed up, so have I.
I love this city.


But I still carry Korea with me wherever I go.


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