sunshine in my hair: May 2011

May 30, 2011

if you love something, let it go....

So we've all heard of this quote, in its many forms.

If you love something, let it go, and if it comes back to you, that's how you know, it's yours forever.

If you love somebody, let them go. If they come back to you then they're yours forever, if they don't return, then they were never yours to begin with

Anyway, if this quote was to be applied to relationships, it doesn't make much sense to me. If you truly loved someone, but they didn't love you back, and felt the need to leave you, and later decides that their decision was wrong, and came back to you, would you really want them back?

I am not usually a cynic, but this quote is weird. HAHA. If you have to let someone go, then it obviously wasn't meant to be from the start! Don't take them back!!!

On to some other note. Saw several movies over the past weeks.

Bridesmaid

Hangover

Hangover 2

We're on a comedy streak! If you're into HAHA movies, then go see these. Bridesmaid was pretty funny, although the main character was annoying at times and irritated me quite often. Hangover 1 was hilarious! Part 2 is the exact same thing as the first, but not as funny! All in all, easy movies to watch :)

Also, if you haven't heard the best song of the century, it is "We are the three best friends that anyone could have."

Check here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Op-4iqRCDV4M

May 23, 2011

Prom Night Adventure!

Over the Victoria Day long weekend, Tien and I went to Bellevue to enjoy a different city scene. Weather was not too bad, we didn't encounter any rain, but the temperature was cooler than we'd like. Here's what went down!

Saturday

Brunch at Din Tai Fung dumplings!

Strolling around Bellevue Square Mall

Dined at Wild Ginger

Sunday

Brunch at Cheesecake Factory

Watched game 4 at MunchBar and ate s'mores

More strolling at the mall

Detours

Went out of the way to look for this L'oreal exfoliating thing at Walgreens and Walmart

7-11 for snacks, because scary teenagers were hanging outside Jack in the Box parking lot at midnight, so we were scared.

Purchases

Bras from Victoria Secrect

Kate Spade iphone case from the Apple Store

Hanging folders + coin holder from The Container Store

Cardigan from the Gap

Combos!!!

Mine looks like this! But with a white iphone! Cute! We checked out some hello Kitty ones, but they looked lame. Hello Kitty would approve this case too!

S'mores kept catching on fire during the game! Dangerous! There were quite a few Canucks fan in Bellevue that day :) GO! Canucks Nation!

Cheesecake Factory never fails~! So full on a brunch for only $6.95 :)

Seeing this made my day!!!!!

Back to the title of this post, Prom Night adventure! On Saturday night, we dined at Wild Ginger, which is like a semi fancy restaurant, with more of a casual undertone. Turns out that night was many highschool's prom dance! We saw several teens in their tux and over-the-top dresses. That night I, myself, was also wearing a maxi dress, I probably could have passed for a Prom-goer? No? HAHA. It was nice to see young adults getting ready for their first formal! After dinner we were planning to catch a flick at the theatre, but turns out, the parking lots were super full! Probably the crowd at the Prom dances! We decided to call it an early night and went back to the hotel and had our own prom night! Dancing and stuff! Happy Prom Night kids! Stay safe!

May 20, 2011

May long weekend

The weather has been phenomenal lately, but looks like it may rain over the weekend. Above is my weekend itinerary! Dum dum dum! I always found Bellevue a nicer city than Seattle, since it is quieter! See you guys after the long weekend, and go Canucks go!

May 19, 2011

Scams be everywhere!

Regarding my recent detective Annie post, about scams on Craigslist and cheap iphones for sale, this is another scam!

I came to work today, and right at 10:00AM, I received a phone call. The caller claimed to be some Canadian First Aid Association, and told me that it is regulation and mandatory to have a professional first aid kit on site. It was nearly impossible to hear her talk because of such low volume and she talked real fast. After a minute of introducing this "mandatory first aid" topic, she then insisted that she will be confirming my address for the delivery of the first aid kit, and the refills later are at discount price. From the beginning of this call, I found it to be fishy, since if the first aid kit really was mandatory, the Mall administration would have told me. So followed the conversation.

Annie: So, is there a fee for this kit? (up until now she hadn't mention a price)
Caller: Oh yes, it will be $299
Annie: Is there a way for me to verify your authenticity?
Caller: Umm, what do you mean?
Annie: Is there a website or some government group, city hall that I can call to verify that this regulation is mandatory?
Caller: Oh, we are a private company.
Annie: I already have a first aid kit, I don't need your services.
Caller: oh..ok.
Annie: (hangs up)

WTF, why are scammers everywhere! Calling and posing as some government regulation and unknowing send you and charge you $299 for some lame first aid kit!!! Be aware!

May 10, 2011

weight loss regime

Timeline: May-July
Weight Loss Goal: 15 pounds
Diet: 3 meals, no junk, no sugary, no deep fried.
Exercise regime: Running 3-5km/30-45 minutes (4 Days a week)
Yoga/Wii Fit 30-45 minutes (2 Days a week)
Detox Diet Plan: May 23rd - June 3rd
Last weight-in: 5/7/2011 @ 116 pounds.

Here we go...

May 09, 2011

Detective Annie: iPhone 4 on craigslist

This is my first post as Detective Annie. Solving crimes and busting the bad guys!

I have been having some phone dilemma lately, and I thought it might be a good idea to search up some iPhones on craigslist. I saw most iPhone 4 were priced at the $500-$700 range, depending on its usage/age. Several ads stood out, with a brand new iPhone4 starting at $310. Brand new, not a clone, and promising to meet at apple store to verify authenticity. Also mentioning it was a gift/free iPhone, and need it for quick sale for cash. It all sounds too good to be true, when the apple store is selling it for $659+ Even if he did get it for free, he did not have to sell it so much below face value. So we came to the conclusion that it is probably an authentic iPhone4, but possibly stolen. To feed my curiosity, the seller replied to my inquiry. Read below for your daily entertainment dosage.

Annie Chen
Hi, is the iphone still up for sale? How come it's so much cheaper than what most people are selling it?
Thanks

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/mob/2365807041.html

Seller
hey ! sorry but some lady came to pick it up right away but if you want i can tell you how i got 3 free iphones so you can get one too, my friend sent me last week this link and i just had to put in my phone number, then they sent me a text with a pin which i had to input back on the site. i received the iphone after a week, here i'll send you the link hopefully it will work for you too, and let me know if you do end up receiving one, i got 3 ! --
http://www.mb01.com/lnk.asp?o=3991&c=48583&a=81465

* Ah HA~! Things that sound too good to be true, are really too good to be true. If you are not familiar with these "complete a survey and win an iPad, win an iPhone" websites, let me debrief you. You complete what seems like an innocent survey, only to find out you need to enter your personal information and your cellphone number. Once you enter your cellphone, a PIN is sent to you via text, which by now you're probably subscribed to their program (which typically costs $2-3 per text/question) You answer some trivial questions, and earn a ballot towards winning the prize (ie, iPhone 4) So, are these website really legitimate? I don't know. I have not personally known anyone who was courageous enough to participate in these surveys, but according to the survey website FAQ,

When will a prize be awarded?
Each month 1 winner will be selected. You are entered to win by answering a question correctly, each correct answer represents 1 ballot. As such, more correct answers means more chances of winning. Winners will be notified via a personal text message. The names of the winners will be announced on the website.

It doesn't seem illegal, because once you subscribe, you are consenting to pay $3 a text message, and they promise you a ballot. The question is, who is winning these prizes? Apparently the guy selling his 3 free iPhones on Craigslist. It is a pretty clever scam, since the website is making money from your text messages. Also, who knows if this Craiglist guy isn't a rep for the site, trying to gain more interest.

SCAMS ARE EVERYWHERE GUYS! EVERYWHERE!!

*Also, there are ads on craigslist that also lists the seller's phone number, it may see more legitimate than the other ads, but think about it, if you call it, the caller has your number, and can probably sign you up for this scam service and you'll be charged! WOW.

Mystery Solved.

social stigma about dating younger/older people

We've all seen younger men/older women, or older women/younger men. Some of these couples are truly compatible and in love, yet we cannot help it but to raise an eyebrow when we see these couplings in public. I try not to judge, but society has made me a skeptic.

Older women & Younger men
The common conception/misconception about this type of relationship is that the woman is a cougar! Younger men are attracted to woman's confidence and her independence. And the older woman is attracted to the liveliness of younger man.

Older men & Younger women
The common conception/misconception about this type of relationship is that the woman is attracted to the man's financial standing and his maturity. Older men are perceived as attracted to beauty and youth.

We cannot completely veto these ideas, for these are some of the reason why people date outside their age group. I guess if you look deeper into this, it really has to do with maturity levels. I would like to introduce a theory: Age-maturity expectancy.

What is Age-maturity expectancy?
Society/ourselves/people we don't know, expects a person of a certain age to behave in a certain way that is considered "age appropriate". As a society, we understand that maturity has nothing to do with age, as everyone matures differently, but we cannot help but use age as a factor when determining someone's maturity level.

How does this age-maturity expectancy theory ties in with the age of our partners? When we are of a certain age group, we are expected to reach certain milestones, or else it would seem like we are not progressing in the book of life. When you're in your 20's you get a job, when you're in your 30's you start a family, and so forth. Yes, these milestones may seem traditional, and outdated, but the reality is that it becomes increasingly difficult to mark these milestones if you are outside of its age group. Nature did not intend for people to have children over a certain age, although humans are always pushing these boundaries, some things only nature knows best. Nowadays we have women over the age of 50 giving birth to babies, it is truly a miracle and a blessing, but it will be difficult to care for the infant when the health and bodily functions start to decline.

So, when we are still in the same type of relationships we were 10 years ago, still dating the same 16 year old, people may start to question your maturity level. As a ripen adolescent begins to venture into romantic relationships, it is first puppy love, then as he/she progresses, the relationships are deemed more meaningful, more soul fulfilling. Eventually the relationship is beyond puppy love, but more about caring for the partner, becoming somebody's pillar of life. I cannot deter or redefine the social stigma of dating someone who is significantly older/younger, but as long as both parties are on the same maturity platform, that's all it should matter! Impeccable compatibility!

Here are some celebrity couplings!

Taylor Swift and John Mayer who is 12 years her senior!

Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal who is 9 years her senior!

Taylor Swift and Taylor Launter who is 2 years her junior!

Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore who is 15 years his senior!

Bahaha, Taylor Swift is maturing real fast so she can write songs!

May 06, 2011

Passwords

A couple of weeks ago, my facebook account had suspicious activity, and facebook shut it down due to unauthorized person trying to log into my account. In the mist of this, I decided it was a good idea to change my other accounts/passwords. I am super frustrated, as I don't have the same password for all my accounts, which I would like to. Some sites restrict the number of characters, therefore I cannot have the same password I would like for all of them. It is dangerous to keep the same password for all the accounts, but it is just so much easier. Now I have about 4-5 different passwords, and it hurts my brain every time I try to log in. I just want a simple and secure password guys!!!!!

Ugh.

May 02, 2011

May mayhem

I am excited about May! Long weekend is coming up, and secret adventure is booked! I cannot wait for the spring temperature and the change of wardrobe! Since the weather is getting warmer and warmer these days, I plan on getting back into running! First things first, I need to reload running playlist onto my broken ipod! I have no music no more! I would like to lose some pounds! I am feeling bloated these days. Perhaps a goal to lose 5+ lbs. Hello summer, here we come!