Lucy Chang Photo Blog

Ever since i moved out to Yonge and Finch, Kevin’s been forcing me to take walks with him whenever he comes over. I do it because it’s better than taking walks in the suburbs. At least there’s things to see in the area!

So last week when Kevin came over, he without fail, forced me to go out on a walk with him after dinner.  We walked around the area and went into a Shoppers Drugmart. I head straight to the food section while Kevin, the magazines.

After browing through the snacks and drinks (no deal going on) I went to find Kevin and found him reading a Wedding magazine. Now knowing Kevin, as a wedding photographer, he’s only looking for ideas for future weddings. Nothing much to it.

However, when I told the story to my friends and cousin, they got all excited and said he’s trying to hint something.

……

nahhhhhh I don’t think so.

On a side note, we’re going to check out a condo unit close to where i live right now! Why? Well cuz Kevin won’t move out with me to my little condo.

After years of planning and cancelling, the gang and I (actually there were only 4 of us) are finally on our way to our first ever all-inclusive trip to Cuba.

The week spent at Royal Hicaco Sandals Report was like… well.. paradise!

we wondered why we did not do it sooner? Some of my friends went to Cuba already when they were still in Highschool! we’re 10 years late on it.

I don’t know about the others, but I immediatly felt relaxed when the humid air welcomed us as we stepped off the plane from the 3 hour flight. It actually sort of reminds me of Taiwan. and that is always good.

Some pictures from the trip: (I have to mention that I brought my 5D because i just know the view is going to be so beautiful that i will regret if i don’t take some pictures. I’m glad i bought it. Even though most of the time Kevin was the one taking pictures.. )

On our way:

The gang on the plane, all hyped up:

Our room. Yes i was very excited.

Proof that I took some pictures too.

Quick walk through of the resort before dinner:

Yes i am already holding a can of beer.

gonna go check out the beach. Playa!

The sun was setting and the beach was practically empty!

I couldn’t resist. The water was just so nice!

Night veiw of the pool, taken by Kevin

Can you tell how excited I was about the buffet?

Unless you win the lottery jackpot, living alone requires heavy budgeting.

Buying in bulk when sometime goes on sale.. this is just the first of it..

other than mortgage payments, maintenance fees, bills and such, the place where one usually spends the most money is on food.

I have to say that i’ve been doing really good on my budget for food! And no, i don’t live on instant noodles and loafs of bread. Instead, i cook! I cook with grocery i buy from Chinatown, from my parent’s backyard, and my own balcony (more on that later).

Nothing goes to waste at my place. I can make a meal out of left overs.

I attempted to make my first omelet ever. In concept, it seems really easy. In reality, it really was easy. not to be cocky or anything but i guess i’m a natural cook!

you be the judge.

doesn’t look like an omelet yet

but if you cut it open..

peel it open…

i left the egg half cooked inside so you get all them gooey goodless.

“Hey babe, can i ask you a question? Do you get loney now that you’ve moved out?”

Before i had interent, everytime Kevin came over and needed to go online for whatever reason it may be, he would go upstairs and borrown my cousin Helen’s internet.  Last time he was there, they had a little talk about the whole moving out thing and the pros and cons of it.  Helen loves it, but she feels loney home along sometimes.

A few days ago, one of Kevin’s good friend called and invited him to his newly purchased place (he just moved in 2 weeks ago) but Kevin was busy that night so could not visit him.  Apparently he was loney too and wanted some company.

So Kevin asked me this question. and my answer was: No, not really, why?

Seriously, why?

Ever since i moved out, i had been loving every second of it.

Not once have i felt loney or needed company. Maybe it’s because i’ve had company half the time (because my parents love my unit too! )

I actually enjoy living alone.  You clean when you want (which is everyday btw), you do laundry when you want, you cook what you want, you do what you want!! tv, internet, music, books, xbox, bath, cook, clean, blog… there’s just so much to do!!

Moving out is great.

Living alone is great! Especially if you have a small place. (because if the place is too big and you live alone.. it gets scary!)

Everyone are amazed at the speed it took for me to get my unit all cleaned up and ready for show.

it took me a total of what? 2 days? (it’s only been a month and a half, and i can’t remember already..)

i’ve mentioned before how small (but perfect) my place is, and i was running out of space to put my furniture and counter space to put my purses, boxes, spice racks.. everything!!

but all the hard work’s paid off. I was super comfortable in my new home within a few days.

Now, may i introduce you, my beautiful unit.

okay summer’s been here for a while… but i haven’t had a chance to blog these pictures! (actually i haven’t had a chance to blog ANY pictures at all)

There are only a few family members here in Canada, but we stick together and have family gatherings from time to time. To take advantage of the great weather that we were having (this is back in May.. right now it’s just sooooooo HOT.. humid HOT! yach!), a few phone calls were made, and off we went to Sunnybrook park for a nice family picnic.

The kids were having a blast!! I love taking pictures of kids. They make me laugh because they’re just so silly sometimes!!

Here’s my niece, Samantha. She’s a poser, but hey can you blame her? she’s so natural in front of the camera!!

Below here is Brian, my cousin’s oldest, and his younger brother, Leo.

Boys will be boys.

my fav shot of the day. Just look at Leo’s expression!