Archive | January, 2010

Art and Women

Karen and I went to the MET about two weeks ago.  It was a much anticipated trip, for both of us enjoyed art immensely–or so I thought.  I know a bit about art history while Karen knows more about technique and movements.  You would think that it’s quite a good balance for discussions, but going [...]

Bitter Melon Season is Over!

As jigg’s parents will inevitably become my future in-laws, I have been trying to earn brownie points with them. During a dinner conversation that occurred during the second or third time I met jigg’s parents, I found an opportunity when jigg’s dad mentioned how many kids these days don’t appreciate bitter melon because their parents [...]

Christmas in Boston

Christmas has always been one of those holidays that I didn’t celebrate unless I was in a relationship.  My parents always thought Christmas was a waste of money and on some years, they would get me and my sister presents.  Most of the time, my dad would just put up some Christmas lights on the [...]

Semper Ubi Sub Ubi

Over the past six months, I have been leaving behind various pieces of clothing at jigg’s place (essential stuff like underwear and socks) so I don’t have to keep carrying luggage back and forth. jigg would then help me do laundry so I get fresh clean clothes to wear on my next visit. Unfortunately he forgot to do laundry before my visit this weekend and I had no clean underwear.