Friday, December 29, 2006

Went to Oakridge and Richmond Centre last night, and spent half of my salary on clothing. I think my anger management therapy should stop now before I spent my entire life savings away.

This should be my last posting for 2006, and shall resume posting routine in January. Overall, I have to say 2006 was not my best year so far. Hopefully, in 2007, it will be better.

Ok! New Year Resolution -

  1. Move to HK and look for a place to live
  2. Focus on my Risk Magt exam
  3. Travel to South Africa
  4. Oh...and look for a job in HK

Another story...

Last night, Wendy came into my room while I was sleeping and asked if I was moving around and making noises.

I replied, NO....

Later we found out that it was my mom who was downstairs moving things in the Kitchen....

My state of mind....

Freaked Out, Was freaked Out, and still Freaked Out!

Paranoid, Was Paranoid, and still is Paranoid!

Can't sleep, and still can't sleep! (I still have to sleep with my lights on)

See what you have done to me?

If I ever see this egoistic, arrogant, ignorant, perverted jerk again! I will make sure to punch your ass and turn you into RCMP!

Thursday, December 28, 2006

One word for my Anger Management Rehab Therapy....

SHOPPING

FDA: Cloned animal foods appear safe

BOSTON (MarketWatch) -- The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday that it believes eating meat or dairy products from cloned animals is safe, but that it will not make a final decision on whether to allow such products on the market until it receives comments on the matter from the public........By Val Brickates Kennedy & William Spain

Yes, I'd like think so too...But unfortunately, I do believe it will do us more harm than good. Imagine being trapped in a snow storm with no food....

Me: Please, please do not eat me!! But if you must, please clone me before you do.....

At least...there's one more Jean walking around somewhere.....

**Scary thoughts**

Or...

Me: Yes, I have been around for 1000 years. This is the 6th me, and I NEVER aged!!

**Again...scary idea**

Wednesday, December 27, 2006

心神不寧....

需要回家休息.....

Shame on YOU !!

What I am about to discuss may be serious, and I have comtemplated for the past several days whether or not to write it down.
As some of you may have known, recently I have had a Christmas Party at my house, and to my surprise, a particular guest at my party was somewhat rude to my other guests. Overall, I thought my party was fun, not too exciting, but fun just to spend time with friends.
I had gotten this information since the party ended, that to my dismay, this guest was rather rude and was actually making fun of my other guests. This person, who was not previously known by my friends had the opportunity to come to Vancouver and enjoy the Canadian festivities, apparently, did not appreciate my generosity as a hostess, but had to go out of the way to displease my guests as well.
I would like to think that Christmas is a holiday of love and charity, and is a time to do good deeds, and spread the love.
So, I was quite shocked to hear this....
And, shame on you!!
P.S. for reasons such as this, I have decided to make my blog for my friends ONLY! This may be a bit much, but, I still would like to filter out the negative energy during the holiday season!

Thursday, December 21, 2006




Company Name: Sprinkles Cupcakes
Location: Beverly Hills, USA
Founder: Candace Nelson
Looking at the website, makes a non-dessert lover like myself want to dive into the joy of sweets.

Complusive Shopaholics Rehab

Currently in the Holiday, non-working mode. Will resume my normal working attitude starting January 2nd, 2007. So, this is considered just a phase...

Malls are crazy packed. Driving is scary on the roads, and there are NO parking spaces available anywhere in Vancouver. The newpaper predicted that the sale for the Holiday season is not as high as previous years. My question is...what is everyone doing on the roads and in the malls then? Obviously, the prediction must be wrong!



This is the flyer I have received from Holt Renfrew for their boxing day sale. Which, by the way, dear friends, starts on December 26th.

Everything is on SALE! Not only on sale, but everything is with an additional 10% off!

Second Chance? Maybe. I certainly don't need it.

All I need is a second chance for 'complusive max out your credit card' shopaholics rehab therapy.

P.S. I got another new purse last night....*shhhh*

Wednesday, December 20, 2006






Ok...It didn't seem fair to just post my sexiest men list. So, I am posting up my sexiest women list...

Monday, December 18, 2006




The Lighting of the Christmas Tree @ Rockefeller Center (Pictures from Yahoo!)
Wishing all my dear friends....
Merry Christmas
&
A Very Wonderful 2007

Jean's List of Sexiest Man Alive

I have been reading my stack of fashion & entertainment magazines lately for gift ideas, and have realized that there are countless 'Lists' in these magazines.

Top 10 Bachelors
Sexiest Man Alive
Sexiest Man under 25

Blah, blah, and more blah...

So, I have decided to share my list with you guys...






Friday, December 15, 2006

Some of Financial Adviser's job responsibilities involves....

Analysing Market Conditions
Advising on necessary changes within contracts
Estate Planning
Risk Management

Ok....

This does not involve around....

Asking me the balance on your personal bank accounts *I don't work for your bank*
Where to fix your car, home, or yard/garden *Plz consult the yellow book*
Immigration problems *I believe lawyers can take this on*
Customs problems *Maybe you should obey the laws*
Import/Export related matters *Plz call Canada Border Control*
Children's education - whether or not the school is open during the snow storm...*Turn on BT*

I find that the title of financial adviser to be abused and looked upon as sources for

Yellow Book
Lawyers
Accountants
Maintenance Workers
News Broadcaster

Being nice and well rounded on customer service does not mean we have all the answers....

Please refrain yourself from asking your financial advisers questions that is related to different industry sectors....

Thursday, December 14, 2006

A Great Man with Courage



Dear K:

Please come out of hiatus. I need to read your shares of bloggie knowledge!

Signed and Dated....

Colin Firth Lover~

Wednesday, December 13, 2006

OhMiBod Music Powered Vibrator...


Okok...I saw this in one of my monthly subscribed FASHION magazines...apparently...
IT IS HOT!!!
OhMiBod is a sleek, sophisticated new generation of vibrator that combines elegance of design with the excitement of your favorite music.
With your purchase....the package includes....

3-foot freedom cord
Additional multi-speed end cap for use without a music player
Universal headphone connector
Velvet privacy pouch
Invitation to share your favorite playlists on Club Vibe via the iTunes iMix section
Care and Cleaning: Clean after every use with adult toy cleaner, alcohol or mild soap and water. Dry thoroughly. When cleaning, keep motor, end cap and batteries away from liquids to prevent corrosion of electronic parts.
Right, My Dear Friends....This is what is "IN" right now....
Maybe I should switch my holiday shopping list to include one of these....(NOT!!!)

不要想不開喔!

As I am sitting in my office enjoying my coffee, out of no where...the extension line started ringing....and came my assistant's voice....Mrs. xxx is on line 1....

Mrs. xxx: Hey Jean! I am calling to tell you that I will be leaving for TW this month, and will not return for several months.

Me: Sure! So far, it's the holiday season, so there are not really much going on in the markets. We can evaluate after your return.

Mrs. xxx: Great, but...I have some questions for you. Hmm...I was wondering...when are you getting married? I mean...since you have adjusted to your client base and all....

Me: *speechless with a million thoughts crossing my mind* Uhh...Not sure...why?

Mrs. xxx: My question is that....Marriage is not really for everyone, you know? You have always been very helpful with us....well...despite the misunderstanding at the beginning.... Since 2006 is ending, and I just think that my husband and I should apologize for yelling at you before....

Me: Mrs. xxx, it is not necessary to apologize....I understand where you were coming from....

(Interrupted...by Mrs. xxx)

Mrs. xxx: Yes, with that being said...I still don't think that everyone is suitable for marriage, do you know what I mean? I think you are a good financial adviser....but....you are still young....

Me: Right, I am still young....and as for marriage....I guess it's up to everyone's judgement....

Mrs. xxx: Aiya....不要想不開喔!.....Ok, now...Have a great holiday...and see you in 2007....

Me: ^&%&##^$&^%*& (confused, annoyed...and totally speechless)

*Whispering*....Tell you a secret...I suspect...the Vancouver Asian Community is very very very very very small....and that there's a secret society meetings underground to discuss the topic of

WHY IS JEAN GETTING MARRIED ...wait, I should've said....

IS JEAN SUITABLE FOR MARRIAGE

Tuesday, December 12, 2006

What I want for New Years....Continued...



A good girl doesn't ask for much...

Please Santa....just this pair of tiny booties...

What I want for New Years....



Okok..My never-ending gift list shall stop now....

LOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE this adorable, witty, bitchy, saracastic little man....

Anything more lovable than a man who is fashionable and classy?

Ladies, we know where to find our fashion gods, don't we?

Friday, December 08, 2006

Holiday Movie List

Between now and January 1st....

Here's my must see movie list....**don't laugh at me...I know you guys are tempted**

  1. Blood Diamond - still in love with the Jack Nicholson look alike
  2. The Holiday - reason for watching?...trying to remember what romance is...
  3. Happy Feet - b/c 'someone' is dragging me to go see it
  4. Apocalypto - Mel Gibson...genius or insane?

Thursday, December 07, 2006

What I want for Christmas this year....





Perfect Christmas present - My Fair Lady

Wednesday, December 06, 2006

新加坡 為何有權、有廉、又有能?

六月天,台灣的溫度與水氣同步升高,往南飛到四季如夏的新加坡,卻感受到意外的舒適。從樟宜機場出來,一路綠樹庇蔭,進入市區,鮮綠、艷粉、亮菊色的熱帶花木,繁茂又有秩序地錯落大樓間,就像走進一座富足優雅的避暑庭園。
  
現在是強調規模競爭的時代。但是每一次到新加坡都有個警醒:不要因為新加坡在地圖上只是個小紅點,而輕忽遺忘它。

從各個角度來看,新加坡都是值得用放大鏡來研究的標竿。經濟成長超越中國與印度
新加坡貿工部公布,今年第一季新加坡的經濟較去年同期成長一○.六%,不但超過預期,甚至超過近年急速發展的中國與印度。
  
五月初,新加坡剛完成大選,在朝的人民行動黨(PAP,People Action Party)再次獲勝,在八十四席國會贏得八十二席,漂亮延續政權,也顯示二○○四年才接任總理的第三代領導人李顯龍得到人民肯定、接班順利。
  
這在今天世界許多國家的民主領導備受挑戰、政黨屢因舞弊而更迭頻繁的情形下,更顯難得。新加坡的執政黨不但執政達四十七年,而且政府權力極大,從房屋、工業園區到金融投資,新加坡政府都是直接投資者、經營者,以國有民營的方式掌控很大部份的經濟資源,但是官員卻不貪腐,甚至以廉能著稱,得到人民一次又一次的信任。近午夜時分,一位新加坡資深的公務員仍然陪著訪客。許多新加坡人都忙,愈來愈忙,但是忙碌中仍保有一份安定。「在新加坡,我不用走歪路,也可以成功,」這位公務員一面開車,一面說出他心底的驕傲。他言談中流露出的信任、篤定、滿足,在這個時刻格外令人羨慕。
  
這也讓人不得不問出心底那個有點不甘願的問題:為什麼新加坡能?
建立治理文化才能富過三代
因為領導,因為李光耀。
  
最近新加坡出了個大新聞。資政李光耀在大選前上電視,面對二十出頭的新加坡年輕人,回答他們一個接一個直接、甚至有點無理的問題,挑戰政府、挑戰選舉方式。整整一個小時,李光耀令人意外的幾乎是不動氣、有時還爽朗地大笑,耐心解說每個問題。節目之後,批評年輕人的投書如雪片般飛到報社。

《海峽時報》上有一則來自三十五歲讀者的投書,寫著:雖然是在新加坡建國之後才出生,但是我真心誠意的感激李資政。沒有他,我的父母不會擁有房子,我無法有平等的教育機會,更不會得到今天我所喜愛的工作。我將不會是今天的我。

不論是從新加坡國內,還是從國際來看,李光耀都是亞洲罕見的世界級領導人。
  
從一九六五獨立建國,李光耀站在不過六九二平方公里的土地上,卻能有略有謀地與歐、美、亞強權周旋,將約台北縣三分之一大小的原物料港口島脫胎換骨,建設成為全球第四大外匯交易中心、跨國企業外派經理人最喜愛的城市之一。
  
李光耀在一九九○從總理的位置上卸任,最近又將頭銜從「國務資政」(Senior Minister),改為「內閣資政」(Minister Mentor)。訪客談起新加坡的進步,李光耀只笑笑說,「要恭喜新的年輕團隊。」﹁但是,除了顧問諮詢,李光耀以他獨特的風格,一路建立的政府治理文化與制度,才是新加坡第二代、第三代領導團隊能順利領導的重要基礎。

務實至上選政黨不如選政績
  
就如李光耀理性、務實一樣,雖然新加坡有黨派、種族議題,經過幾十年,從政黨到選民都了解,確保新加坡的持續發展才是關鍵,選舉最重要的是看執政成績。
  
李光耀在大選後也發表演講,「贏得選舉的確重要, 但大家更應在乎的是自己的生命、財產、子孫的教育,以及未來五到十年新加坡在全球的位置。」
  
這也是人民行動黨最具說服力的地方。《經濟學人》報導指出,人民行動黨雖然遭遇挑戰,但是它每一次選舉都讓選民看見它信守廉能政府的承諾,這才是它贏得選舉、連續執政近五十年的關鍵。
  
與其說新加坡人支持人民行動黨,不如說新加坡人選擇更能確保經濟成長的團隊。在人民行動黨的執政下,新加坡就業機會又創新高,政府也推出協助低收入工作者、職業婦女的新政策,解決新的社會問題。

新加坡九三%的人都住在自己擁有的房子裡,美麗的公園、綠地,便捷的交通、優良的學校,都為大眾共享。「我們比中國大陸更社會主義,」建築師劉太格笑著說。
  
「新加坡的選民是認真思考、看長線的,」新加坡政策研究中心資深研究員許\林珠指出,選民要確信候選人能夠公平、負責的行使執政權力,才會將選票托付給它。這對反對黨、執政黨,都是同樣的挑戰。
  
所以執政的人民行動黨非常重視引進新血,這也是遵循李光耀一向重視人才的觀念。用新血來保持政黨的創新、廉潔,在這一次與上一屆二○○一年的選舉中,人民行動黨的國會人選都有四分之一的新面孔加入。
  
穩定的發展才是最肥沃的夢田
  
站在穩定發展的土地上,新加坡在各方面都變得更美、更勇敢了。
  
傍晚時分,劉太格出門拜訪才得到國家獎的藝術家林子平,他的畫作將在新建的版畫美術館展出。「穩定的生活,讓我們開始有不同的追求,」劉太格說新加坡的藝術活動愈來愈活躍,未來「我們還要把新加坡建設為世界版畫之都。」
  
新加坡國家小,但從不小了志氣。經過五十年的發展,新加坡不僅國家跨入已開發國家之列,國際級的企圖心也開始落到人民的心中。
  
「新加坡會愈來愈令人興奮,」《聯合早報》總編輯林任君談起新加坡新建的藝術學校、體育學校、新的城市規劃、旅遊景點建設,即使已經過了午夜,眼睛又亮了,像是看見了美好新未來。
  
美好的期待,是領導人重要的創造。建立希望,是領導人重要的職責。

敢問台灣的領導人,台灣要如何也能?

Source: 天下雜誌群 吳韻儀 (從TypeABC網站轉載)
Happened to be browsing TypeABC's article archives, and came across this important piece of article.
I remembered my trip to Singapore a while back, and couldn't help fallen in love with that country. For me, first impression is very important....
Whether or not the country is clean, or people are polite...Most of us will be able to tell if the country's government is exploiting its resources and citizens with first impressions.
Singapore is exactly like what the article mentioned...
從樟宜機場出來,一路綠樹庇蔭,進入市區,鮮綠、艷粉、亮菊色的熱帶花木,繁茂又有秩序地錯落大樓間,就像走進一座富足優雅的避暑庭園。

Everything in Singapore has its place; plants, flowers, buildings, people....somehow all work in sync and how should I say it? They are stationed harmoniously...it's like witnessing a miracle....

The world is definitely a better place in Singapore....

I remember taking a taxi around town, not knowing our exact destination...and here was the conversation between the Cab Driver and us...

Cab Driver: Good Evening! May I ask where is your destination?
Us: Hmm...actually we are looking for a good place to eat....
Cab Driver: Ohhhh, how nice. May I suggest a place? It's pretty small, but all the locals LOVE it.
Us: Sure, as long as it is not far.
Cab Driver: Of coz not, it's a couple of blocks away. And, don't worry, I will wait for you to finish eating. No charging the wait time.
Us: Uhh...Is that custom? I mean waiting for passengers?
Cab Driver: Sure, we do it all the time. Ohh...and by the way, have you guys been to ...... and .... and ......? It's definitely worth seeing.


So....we went to the place he had suggested, and had the BEST...I mean the BEST...海南雞飯 in Singapore. Ohhh....and we ended up touring with this guy for the whole trip....pretty nice huh?

But of coz...we gave him a handsome tip...and he only took what was required by law, and handed the rest back to us.

Speaking of Singapore, I only have one word to describe it....

Heaven!

So, fellow Taiwanese....shouldn't we be making our country as close to Heaven as possible?

Monday, December 04, 2006

心情不好....

胡思亂想中....