A weekend in Shanghai- Day 3

My day in Shanghai ended Sunday the first of July, and it started with lazing around in bed until around 10 because the day before was exhausting. I was sore all over. And I took the opportunity to be introspective and be grateful for the places I have explored, the food I have eaten and …

A weekend in Shanghai (Day 1)

Last weekend, I went to Shanghai with my friend to visit the bund, Xin tian di (新天地), eat food, and have fun.... The primary reason for my visit however, was to participate in Run in Blue organised by Rotaract Shanghai to raise awareness about Down Syndrome. My friend and I took the train from Suzhou …

Fit and me?

I have been busy doing a lot during the past two weeks or so. Preparing for the last semester of my undergraduate degree has been stressing me out and I added another goal to my already-full to-do list... http://yoursuccessinspirer.com/2018/02/22/fit-and-me/

Breakfast in China

https://successinspirer.wordpress.com/2018/01/24/breakfast-in-china/ In many cultures and countries, breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. In China, people start to line up for breakfast in front of local "breakfast tables/stalls" (as I call them) as early as 7 a.m until 9 a.m  before going to work or school. Images' source Breakfast in China differs …

Be kind

I literally fell on my ass and laughed about it. Today was an entertaining day, to say the least. I stayed in bed for a long time before waking up. The early schedule of the last few weeks hasn't worn off yet and I hope it stays the same because it allows me to do …

The Suzhou Center

I had had enough of eating pasta, burgers, panini and other types fast food every day for one semester. That's why I think eating Chinese food today made me appreciate the different flavours and textures. Despite the fact that my exams ended on Wednesday, I still was not in the mood for holidays. My mind …

Durian

I have serious reservations about durian. Image Source For all those who don't know what durian is; durian is a fruit, which physically looks like a porcupine to me; it is roundish, and has spikes all over its "physical body". Durian is said to be originated from the region of Borneo and Sumatra. It is …

Time to cherish

I find it difficult to keep in contact with people I meet and friends I make unless they approach me. That was why I surprised myself when  I asked a friend for coffee on Christmas day. I bought a hazelnut latte and he had a Frappuccino. Fun story about Starbucks, whenever I go to Starbucks …

Hope for Christmas

You gave me hope that we could be more than friends You grabbed my hand and danced with me You leaned towards me and whispered sweet nothings in my ear I gave you my hand and you made your way towards my heart You flirted with me just like I did Then you flaunted her …

Suzhou’s subway

via The Daily Post   The communal experience of travelling by metro in Suzhou is not as daunting as compared to travelling by train in India maybe but it can be quite scary for someone who had never been in a metro or a train before. The only modes of transport in my country are …