Yes, absolutely! SO much great food. And the variety is so vast and growing with all the fusion food hype these days. My Japanese teacher loves our food too. She's a big fan of sambal actually.. XD And quoting Garfiled, "Diet is DIE with a T!"

Thank you, my GI is much better now after some doses of antacid and getting back to my normal eating portion. *chuckles*

Hardcore, eh? I watched it in English, Mandarin and Japanese. Most to least favorite: English, Japanese, Mandarin. Yeap, I prefer the Japanese one compared to the Mandarin version. I don't know why.. It's about Chinese culture but I like it in Japanese language better! Absurd, isn't it? Maybe I'm just not a big fan of Mando-subs.. And I don't like hearing Shang in Jacky Chan's voice. Chan is a great actor but his voice somehow doesn't match Shang much. The songs are the best in English. The other two languages version of the songs sounded slightly weird. (I laughed at the Jap version of "I'll make a man out of you"

Meh.. It's nothing, really. The environment I grew up in played a big part in determining the variety of languages I speak. That's so cool!! You have been learning Japanese since 13 and fluent in it! And French! Oh man.. Wished I have started early too. Pity there wasn't a decent foreign language center here in Batam. Aaaw, shucks~ I speak in Teochew daily with my parents and relatives since young. Haha.. I wished I knew some Hakka too because the elders use it as their 'secret language'.

Okie dokie! Fire away with the questions if you do pick up Bahasa.

Is the girl band called Wonder Girls by any chance? Or Girls Generation? I find Wonder Girls' members all look alike! A big LOL to the "Yeah. Same doctor mahhh." Totally agree!

Oh, please..I think you look fabulous! No sign of horizontal expansion at all, judging from your photos. I'm the one with the extra pounds, chubby cheeks, bulging belly, flabby arms, blah blah blah..

You're welcome. You deserve the praises. When I was reading the chapter, I actually started humming Bu Liao Qing. And I was suddenly reminded of the show called 'Fu Man Ren Jian' that was aired on local Singapore TV channel a few years back..

HUGE apologies for the late reply, it's been an extremely busy week and will probably continue to be busy for two more weeks... I'm taking a short break right now from studying (4 tests next week with an essay the monday after!! *cries*) so here I go!

I'm totally planning to take some Japanese classes after/if I graduate from university though I'm not actually sure where I can find such classes ^^;

Oooh so that's the difference! Haha I remember watching Bleach back in the day and thinking that Gin spoke in a weird way but I didn't realize he was speaking in a different dialect! I love how languages in the asian countries tend to have sooo many variations even in the same country! So similar yet different... (much like how I don't understand a word of the Shanghai dialect).

You watch Bleach! Do you read it too? I used to watch it a long time ago but stopped somewhere around episode 40 cos the fillers completely killed any interest I had in the anime but kept up with reading the manga. Have you read chapter 415?! Isn't that just the most ridiculous crap that Kubo Tite has cooked up to date!?!! *so angry with that chapter* I don't think I've actually really enjoyed the Bleach manga for a long time now, just sort of kept reading because Kubo Tite's art is amazing nevermind how ridiculous his plot has become of late.

There's communities on livejournal for the GacktXHyde pairing so we're definitely not alone in our worship of those two! I wonder if Hyde has any height complexes with his wife though... he's really quite short for a man and his wife is a model, their height difference kind of reminds me of Lovely Complex lmao. I kind of want to rewatch Moon Child one of these days now

Thank you for the DAI song recommendations! I listened to the ones on YT that you linked me, they're really lovely I've got 'You no ataru sakamichi' on repeat right now! I definitely need to listen to them more often now that I've experienced their awesomeness

I completely understand what you mean when you said that people became ridiculous and irrational. Quite intimately in fact, one of my best friends fell headfirst into the kpop fandom and it's kind of like she became insane. Because I didn't like the fandom (even though I made an effort to enjoy it if she was talking about it, which is kind of all she ever talks about nowadyas) she snapped at me with "I can't stand talking to you anymore because you don't like kpop". Good grief. Sorry for the rant

Dokuga on the other hand is quite possibly the most polite online community I've ever had the pleasure of taking part in! It's my happy place

HUGE apologies for the late reply. I had work and two of my dogs had surgical procedures done today, so I've spent all my time taking care of them. Now that they're asleep, I can give my love my full attention

He's still in grade school?!?! Wow... some people are really crazy with some of the things they expect from their children. And honestly, the smartest people I knew growing up had parents that only wanted them to do their best. They didn't push their children to ridiculous lengths just for a grade or two.

Wait a second. Never seen snow?!?!?!?! I undestand that many people haven't, but... it just seems so crazy to me. Ilovesnowsoomuch Although one of the worst things about high school was walking to the bus stop through 3 feet of the stuff X| not fun. You really do have to visit the US! During the winter, of course Though I must say, I'm jealous of your rain. The only kind of precipitation better than snow is rain, and we really only get heavy rain/big storms during summer here.

8D I definitely should visit your corner of the planet I've always wanted to take an extended trip and visit Japan and China, so no reason not to see Singapore as well But I'll be sure not to visit that resort you told me about. *shiver* Yes, our Chinese food is a bit.. different from real Chinese. I just had takeout today and they included French rolls with the bag of fortune cookies! I wish you could have seen my face when I saw that... But I ate a huge carton of white rice and it was delicious, so I decided to forgive them. I'm such a nice person.

*looks up flights to Singapore*

*remembers that all funds go straight to the mortgage*

*weeps*

*remembers upcoming semester*

*weeps harder*

HA! Yes, I pretty much said the same thing to Kode the other day. He said he wants to get married, but first he wants to see a promisory note that states "Siki agrees not to be a bridezilla and spend all of Kode's money on a dress(es)".... so we won't be getting married any time soon. Personally, I've always pictured being married young, about 25-28ish. But I hope to be settled and such by 30, no later than 35. Here's a fun question: If you could choose, what would be your husband's profession?

At least you have a colored seat *hangs head*... I'm planning to get one soon, so I'll let you know LOL, yes, I plan these things. Someone suggested one of the heated ones...

I guess I can understand the way you view your brother. My brothers ALWAYS treat me like the baby of the family, but I don't mind too much. It's because they love me, right? Or so I tell myself I bet you'd kick the rear end of any girl that hurt your brother (to the best of your adorable abilities), so you're probably much like my "warrior" brothers in that respect.

Ooooooh, look at my dearest, majoring in smart-sounding areas! Sounds like something I wouldn't want to mess with. I got accepted to Harvard Law and almost went (simply because I get my kicks out of arguing X)), but decided to go to hygiene school instead. What sort of career field does one enter with a degree in political science?

The boytoy just asked if I'm "talking to Mystique again"... LOL

Awww, you're so sweet. Thank you so much for your offer. I'll definitely take you up on it if I should need it in the future. And thanks for your prayers too. I know they will help my grandma a lot.

You have no idea how much you inspire me! After leaving that message on your wall yesterday, I sat down and actually churned out a whole chapter in one sitting! I was pretty amazed. So, I'm happy to say that 1,000 Paper Cranes has officially been updated! I'm so pleased and excited. It was such a great chapter too. It came out better than I hoped. And to tell you the truth, it is going to be an Asian drama-esque story. lol. When I first started writing it in 2006, it was inspired by a Korean drama. lol. Even though I had edited it before reposting it, some elements of the original inspiration is still there. If you are as much of a sucker for Asian drama-esque stories as I am, then I think you really will enjoy the story. And, I've already got two more stories I have in mind for when I complete all my currently incomplete works. It might take... well, forever though. LOL.

Well, I just think that you have an amazing imagination to come up with such intricate plotlines like Wisteria and cutesy, hilarious scenes like HEA. Your writing is so professional but so easy to read, it's just wonderful. Your vocabulary is amazing and I swear each word falls so smoothly upon my computer screen... it's just great. Sorry to go all... poetic on you regarding your writing, but I really love it. lol. I would be so devastated if you ever chose to stop writing. haha.

I'm so glad I made your week. I was hoping to show you how much I appreciate your stories in my reviews, so I guess I accomplished that. There is nothing more rewarding than a genuine review so I always try my best to personalize each and every one of them since I love receiving them myself. I feel the same way about generic reviews like the one you mentioned - "Good job! Update soon." lol.

I'm sorry you didn't get the job in Japan. But I think it's only because greater possibilities are out there waiting for you! lol. I hope that didn't sound too cheesy.

As for Shanghai, you make me want to read it already if it's like those Chow Yun Fat movies. lol. I'm like bouncing in my seat with excitement. I will definitely have to start reading it later today. =]

And yes, I most definitely will check out your comment on my fanart. It's the first one I've ever drawn, so you know HEA is truly something special. LOL.

SPAMMING YOUR WALL.

JAZZZZ omiiiiigoooossshhhhhh!!!!! New pictures!! So pretty~!

*GlOmPS*

*HuGgLeS*

P.S. - I started reading the first chapter of Shanghai, but ended up getting caught up in something else (AGAIN). From the first three paragraphs I read, I can tell it's gonna be aaauuuhhhhmaaazing! I will finish it soon, dear!

I'm bad with make up LOL The only thing I know how to apply is how to make your eyes cat-like XD

haha I tried remembering how to say "I am [name]" in chinese but would tend to forget the day after I learned it haha Thanks! I'll really remember that XD "Ni hao~! Wo shi Elle" lol wow, that sounded short haha

78 pages? that seems quite a lot! When I write something, I write continuously, not in chapters lol You do that too?
Well, Kagome being miserable develops her into a realistic character~ And I like the way you give them personal issues that makes them stronger XD It makes relating to the characters easier~

hahaha my boyfriend's kind of like the type who's scared of his girlfriend @_@ Maybe I scare him too much sometimes LOL Once I get mad *even if it's my fault... yep haha I'm unreasonable just like that lol* he'll apologize as fast as thunder haha

Miss Teak as their interpreter is making an awesome job XD wouldn't want you to lose your job right away, won't we? XD You get to hang out with them a loooot too! haha

Awww~ Jasmine's a pretty name! I wish my mom named me after any kind of flower or gem LOL sadly, she named me after Noel, coz she thought she was having a baby boy @_@ When I came out of her tummy, she found out I was a girl hahaha and all my things were blue! lol

Thus, the name ended up being "Norelle"

~Elle (for short) XD *Makes it sound more feminine haha*

Hihihi. Sorry for the late reply. Been busy these few days...Urgh...Final is coming as well and I havent even finish with my lab test yet...Just finish my assignment and presentation yesterday. What a roller coaster ride it is. XD

How are you and that profile picture...Is that you?

Going back is FUN! It's time to get lazy and indulge in novel-binging/drama series revenge session! Hahaha~

But I have been having gastric problem these few days. I think my GI system is shell-shocked from the continuous consumption of (good!) food back in my hometown (West Borneo to be exact. I live in Batam. Surely you have heard of that little neighboring island? ). And I was back there only for 4 days 3 nights. I'm guilty of charge and shall issue a formal letter of apology to my GI system pronto. Perhaps some antacid as offering of peace too.. *sigh*

Well, your Wisteria does deserve all the awards it has received, that's for sure. I read a few chapters of it many months back but I lost track due to the busy RL. But it was really good from what I remembered. When I have finished my impressive stack of 20+ paperbacks, I'll re-read Wisteria.

About my beloved insufferable muse, I bribed it to work a little by feeding him some quality Disney classics! XD I have some ideas brewing for a fic after watching Mulan in 3 different languages. Now I'm still negotiating with my muse on how to actually start writing. Maybe I should give him the recommended kick soon? LOL

Urgh! I HATE stats too.. It's the only subject so far that gave me so much trouble and a horrible 'C'. I swear I don't want anything to do with stats ever again. Lucky I only have to take one stats class. Horrible, horrible nightmare..

So far, I speak four languages in daily life. English, Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia (naturally), and Teo Chew dialect (it's my mother tongue). I learned basic Japanese back in 2008. I had to stop going to class after my basic because college started and I have limited time on my hands - I'm a part time housewife (to nobody.. LOL!) because I live by myself in Singapore. *chuckles* I'd so love to continue my lesson someday after I finished college. I'm thinking of picking up Korean or French too, and maybe a bit of Guang Dong Hua.

If you're interested in learning Bahasa, I'll be at your service! Hahaha~ It's rare to find someone who is interested to pick up Bahasa!

Pretty boys? Like a friend of mine always says, "It's plastic wonder!" And it can't be denied that most Korean artists did go under the knife to improve their outer appearances. Life in the entertainment world is harsh and cold, I'd say.

ABBA is wonderful! *start humming S.O.S.* The Beatles are great too even though I only know a few of their songs..

LOL~ Great that you had so much fun in Malaysia! I ate so much back in my hometown that my hard-earned loss of 2 kgs had flown away overnight.

Nice~! XD I like your studio shot~ XD You're so pretty in it XD Last time I ever had a studio shot was back in high school haha I don't know where I placed those pics though. XP

haha the only thing I know that's Mandarin is "Ni Hao" LOL For 4 years of "trying" to learn, I guess that's the only phrase I've managed to shove in my head. XP

Yeeeessshhh~!! I'm loving "Shanghai"~!! And them not seeing each other for a long time applies to the quote "Love is intensified by absence". I've just read the latest chapter and Kagome crying like that just made me want to cry with her. T.T It's a sad feeling when the person you like says goodbye yet you can't understand him.

Lol language barriers are a huge pain! I mean, I'm trying to argue with him sometimes but he doesn't get the idea so I'll always end up forgetting why I was mad in the first place @_@ And Kagome not knowing he was already saying goodbye, then waking up without him around, is worse than silly arguments between two people who can't understand each other~ XP

~ Elle

Oh, your welcome. I really did love the story though, it was only a oneshot I still enjoyed it. I wish there were some fanfic of Victorian era to read of Sesshomaru/Kagome which I been craving for some reason.

I only like the Victorian era time periods around 1870 or 1880.

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