25 Apr 2009

兩星期的準備+半小時的瘋狂=一輩子的記憶?

2008年1月18日 - 米錯,這是一年多前的事情了.... 一直想找個機會把這個事件寫下來,但是卻忘了公開。(汗) 記得我去準備東西的時候老闆娘說很少見我那麽開心的人。嗯,人總會有起跌,重要的是不要忘記自己能夠回到那個快樂的點。

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驚喜類的事情我挺喜歡,因爲大家一般都很enjoy(包括我自己),不過玩到這麽瘋好像還是挺少的(主要是我太沉迷某人 了~哈哈)。不過回想起,很久沒有這樣為朋友安排生日會,而且大家最近好像都挺低落(最近流行憂鬱型嗎?),熱鬧一下也不錯。誰說人大了不能have fun~~~ 呃,不過忙完這次,實在是要好好休息很久才有力量靈感去安排下一次的活動。實在太累了。

背景:這幾天一直在看某個演唱會(***之老師同學會),覺得還蠻有趣的。剛好最近有兩個很好的朋友生日,某人靈機一動,決定了借用其中兩個表演,為朋友們弄個畢生難忘的生日會。

本來嘛,這個生日會應該是個“雙重驚喜生日會”,就是兩個壽星女都不知道這個事自己的生日會,因爲她們只會收到關於準備給另外那一位的節目的資料。不過後 來因爲某些陰差陽錯,兩邊發現了這也是自己的生日會,讓我小小沮喪了一下下,不過,他們怎麽也想不到我將會如何為她們慶祝,所以還是ok的!。(握拳)

準備步驟如下:
1)下載歌曲,然後練歌、練舞:兩首表演歌曲是“一支小雨傘”和“我要我們在一起”
(難度:人家一咪咪台語都不會&根本不會華爾茲,而且懷疑有嚴重肢體殘障= =+)
2)購買道具:雨傘3支、絹/絲帶花(難度:雨傘是碰巧看到的,很漂亮~但是… 好看的假花原來如此難得,幸好人家幸運~而且老闆娘很喜歡我,還送了會員卡~)
3)購買禮物:因爲生日會裡面的人有些不太熟(有兩方的朋友嘛),不想大家覺得有義務買禮物(要買也不知道買什麽),所以自己跑去買一些禮物,然後當是大家一起買的
4)訂卡拉ok房
5)其他道具:告示牌、等等
6)通知其他參與的朋友詳細計劃,尤其是兩個生日寶貝的男朋友們。可憐的朋友們被我email轟炸,連公司電郵系統都發警告了 = =+
7)買蛋糕/蠟燭

除了當天,其他時候主要還是練歌、練舞。不過這也夠我忙的了。那天提早離開公司去所訂的卡拉ok房準備一切。因爲要保持神秘,所以最後是自己一個把大多東 西運下去的(手上5個包包,有一個是蛋糕,途中還把一些那天公司剩下的多餘食物送了給一位流浪街頭的先生…)。不過,很幸運地,我把所有東西都藏好了其他 人才出現。

兩個表演:
我要我們在一起:唱歌獻給壽星女A,在中段音樂的時候把壽星女拖(真的是用拖的,因爲她嚇呆了)出來,“教”她跳舞的時候,早前拜托過的小助手把我包包裡 的絲帶花拿出來,分派給各位。然後在我和壽星女轉過去的時候,大家把手中的糖和花獻給壽星女。最後壓軸是壽星女男朋友送上之前藏起來的12朵美美玫瑰花 束~~~

一支小雨傘:現在回想起,幸好卡拉ok版本有伴唱,我的台語有夠爛(555)。我跟壽星女B說這首歌是送給她時她還抱怨爲啥她的歌那麽舊。拜托大姐,這真 的很難耶。基本上,這個計劃很簡單。就是我在唱歌的時候,大家突然把之前桌子下分配好的雨傘拿出來(壽星女看到男朋友拿出雨傘的時候驚叫一聲,拼命後退, 好爆笑),然後跳起(沒有排演過的)雨傘舞。挺熱鬧好玩。

最後是照相時間。壽星女們分別送上香吻~

哈哈~我和小助手(好可憐)還送上一個雙人白癡表演。(請想象某以豬為名日劇中兩位男主角所唱的主題曲裡面的舞蹈)

然後我也終于解放,可以唱一些需要嘶喊的歌曲了!哇哈哈!之前一直都要保留嗓子,真是辛苦!

Double Surprise Party大成功!耶!!!(累趴地上)

p.s. 後來知道生日會後一天是另外的朋友生日,不過實在是沒有力氣~就只是小小玩了一下。先是另外一個朋友買好蠟燭,然後我把蠟燭包在一個丑丑的塑膠袋裡面。我 們是去日本餐廳吃飯的。我就用日文拜托侍應生把蠟燭放在當天的Special Dessert 上面,然後把塑膠袋給她。壽星女(完全不在狀態中)還好奇我爲啥把垃圾讓人家丟(我暈)。
後來嘛,可愛的店員們把店裡的燈光調暗了,給我們打眼色後就把甜點拿出來~可愛的壽星女還呆呆地說:咦,有人生日耶~然後才後知後覺,發現是自己!哈哈! 最爆笑(反高潮?)的是,我朋友買的蠟燭是作弄人的那種,吹熄又再自動點燃。可憐的店員們開燈也不是,關燈也不是,後來我一杯水下去才了結了!哇哈哈哈 哈!
那個甜點爆好吃的!而且可愛的店員們居然沒有把價錢算在賬單裡面,當是送給我們!耶!(當然我們有多付小費~做人要公道咩~)

幾個生日驚喜後,感想:
1)雖然是辛苦了2個星期,只是有那麽幾分鈡的實踐,但是我覺得這些記憶是能保存很久的,很值得。
2)原來我的日文還能用(耶!)
3)肢體殘障的我,現在也會華爾茲的基本舞步了!

有個朋友告訴我,快樂是有感染力的。我真的希望可以感染到更多人吧!就算自己不快樂,也能讓其他人快樂,這樣自己也會被快樂感染了!呵呵!我是天才!

31 Mar 2009

Farwell at Biny

It was Sandra's (fellow Libra) last day in NYC so we all went out to Biny and had their $18 4 course prix-fixe special. It was supposed to be a party of 4, but then grew to a party of 8 (yay!) and we had a blast. The funniest thing was that of the 8 we had 4 Libras.

And no, Sherry, I do not discriminate against other signs... it just happens that Libras are cooler. ;) And also the reason write these things up is not because I have 美國時間, but that I'm a very expressive person and this feeds my soul. Hehe. Well, no matter what, the moments we created together have become part of our paths and will always remain in our hearts. And perhaps we have gained just a little more happiness.

昨天在離開Biny后自己一個人到了Jen家睡。路上收到朋友短訊,也接到父母的留言,突然有點感觸。所謂幸福,也不過如此了。自己一個人,其實也是可以慢慢品嘗幸福的滋味。

我們任何人也不能企求能把幸福留在身邊一輩子。畢竟,世事變幻無常,今天的幸福或許明天早上便如晨霧般消失無蹤。

幸福的瞬間,就是與你合唱時走音唱錯詞,笑倒沙發上,然後打曡精神繼續唱。

相愛的證據,就是你們平凡卻又深情漫溢的互動,多年的堅持,溫和的浪漫。

美麗的友情,就是能夠一同戳一杯不明物體,皺眉商討究竟吃下去會有什麽後果。

純粹的快樂,就是偷偷把食物丟進好朋友的盤中,一同分享。

靈魂的聲音,隨我們所發出的每一個音符,緩緩送到親愛的她/他耳中。

何其簡單,何其幸福。何其平凡,何其快樂。一刻、便成永恒。

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30 Mar 2009

[Reading] Apple - Monkey MM

Yes, Apple's slowly becoming my designated Tarot card reading place. Monkey MM has gone through some pretty turbulent times in her life and is hoping to find some solace in a new relationship. I wish the world for her because she's such a lovely person. Below is the reading for her question.

問題:與“這個”男生有否機會在一起?(愛情維納斯)


你的想法:魔法師(逆)
他的想法:寶劍首牌
你的影響:寶劍皇后
他的影響:聖杯皇后
你們兩人的障礙:聖杯7(逆)
結果:金幣7(逆)
你以後對這事情的看法:權杖9
他以後對這事情的看法:權杖4(逆)

建議牌:聖杯10

這大概是我幫她所開的最好的一個陣吧?以前的牌陣說的事情都是負面的,而且都是叫她小心(而事實上也很多需要小心的事情),但這個,表面看上去還是沒什麽希望,但是原來機會已經存在了,就看你怎麽掌握。

她現在仍然處於一個十分不利的狀態,因爲牽涉的事情太重要,所以影響了她整個都被牽連,不能隨心所欲地做自己想做的事情,也影響了整個陣的結果。她現在最需要做的是揮慧劍斬恩怨,把自己的生活整理好,讓自己能夠有正確的心態來迎接一段新的感情。而他正處於展開一個新行程冒險的途中,應該是職業事業上的一個創舉,而他需要的是一個心靈上的伴侶,可以呵護他照顧他。雖然與女方的現在狀態有點不一樣,但是都是把對方看作一個很重要的異性朋友。處於他們面前的狀態是一些不得不作的決定,而這些決定將會導致兩人面對挑戰。最後或許會有一點力不從心,徒勞無功的感覺,很多努力放進去了,但成功仿佛還是很遠。但是,將來兩人回看的時候。你會明白到這個經驗是一種等待與磨練的考驗,而他會了解到自己的根基尚未穩固,所以暫時不能有任何短期的結果。

幸好的是議牌是充滿喜悅與幸福的聖杯10。無論將來有什麽困難,堅信到最後這會帶給你快樂與美滿的生活,你也就會得到屬於你的家人朋友親人。你與這位男士的關係無論最後演變成如何,都會是符合你所期待的,只要你明白前面的路並不是康莊大道。

28 Mar 2009

(TW) Girls Night Out

Last night I had a lovely outing with 4 of my dear friends. Of course, I was (again) the ONLY non-Taiwanese girl present. We first went to Le Souk for an awesome dinner (and Sangria), then went to Apple for more chatting (and drinkies).

Three of us were Libras. The others two were a VERY un-Virgo Virgo plus a Capricorn with Libra for a Moon sign. It's a strange occasion with you have many Libras (or Libra leaning ppl) in the room. Most of us are in some creative industry (we had 2 graphic designers, a translator, and an actor) and we can laugh about almost anything under the sun. It's always a pleasure for ME to talk to Libras in particular because they understand 100% the reasons and motivation behind my actions. Whereas I need to explain to most people WHY I want to wander, the Libra girls just look at me and say "oh, I'm so envious"... yep... it's like looking into multiple mirrors.

The funniest thing I found out for the night was that after much deliberation, everyone concurred that ultimately I'll probably end up with a Pisces (which, unfortunately, is my Moon sign and apparently makes me extremely vulnerable to anything to do with matters of the heart - serious bummer). Of course, mixed in that was everyone telling me that they thought I was a lesbian the first time they met me (%^@#*$& EVERYONE!?). In the end, I decided it was time for me to explore my feminine side (= =+). C'mon, I'm a Libra, I'm BORN with good taste. ^^

Libras also never give in. They are idealists who, even when they don't know exactly what they want, have an ideal that they try to pursue. It's usually not an easy path (for me it's been downright blargh), but somehow we always get up after we've been beaten down... and we gain a new and better perspective. I translated a phrase before that said "those who keep half fantasy and half reality and destined to wander" - well, most people fall into the "think but not do because it's just a fantasy" majority... whereas I fall into the "if you're thinking about it why not just do it" minority because I'm just insane that way.

Three of us are slated to leave NYC by July. One is leaving next week and I am just a sitting time bomb with no set time for detonation. But somehow, in the air that's stained with the negativity of recent days, we looked forward with a positive light. We all appreciate everything that we have and we are grateful for having wonderful friends and being able to enjoy a lovely dinner and evening. That's better than most people these days. But we also want to support each other in our individual struggles. It's not going to be easy for any of us, but somehow... we'll make it through.

總覺得,可以這樣和一群志趣相投,來自不同地方的可愛女生一起,天南地北無所不談,上天還是很眷顧我的。這世上,好的朋友不用多,但是如果能夠得到一份真正的友誼,那是多美麗、多難得的一份機遇啊?許多人都不懂得惜福,認爲自己的所有得到的都是應得的,當有什麽不順的事情發生的時候就怨天尤人,也不會想自己有否盡過努力。我們每一個,雖然不算得上是什麽大人物,完成過什麽驚人功業,但是我們都有一顆善良的心,有著自己的執著與理想,也爲了這些對他人來説可能是渺小的可笑的生活目標努力著。我們心裏,永遠都是充滿了對於一切的愛。何其有幸,世界那麽大,但我能夠遇上你們。親愛的朋友們!雖然我們可能很快就會各自走在不同城市的街道上,或許我們以後沒有機會再這樣大家一起相聚聊天,但是在我的記憶中,總是會留下了你們的倩影,記下了我們的點滴。在未來、在以後,讓我們好好品嘗。再度遇上的時候,無論我們已經經歷有過什麽令我們覺得痛苦傷心失望疲倦的階段,也讓我們像這天一樣快樂、幸福!

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曲還

假若你我從沒有錯過
沒有短暫的迷惑
何來有緣無份之說
也不知失去的許多

離去的你 留下了我
如海浪催行中的水波
總找不到該停留的住所

但若有天你想起回頭看我
就會發現我和大家一樣
或許不再停留在原地
但依然是帶著有你的回憶
微笑地 等待著
你曾經的盈盈笑語

13 Mar 2009

[Reading] Apple Reading Guy B

See previous post for background.Here are the readings I did for guy B.

Q1) Should he date this girl? [Past, Present, Future]

Past: 4 of Cups (R); Present: Page of Cups; Future: 7 of Cups (R)
Suggestions: King of Pentacles (R)

It’s old, yet it’s new, and it seems full of promise. He is filled with hope, curiosity, and the desire to become intimate. There may be choices to face in the future because things are never as simple and straight forward as they appear, so one may wish to curb the cups (emotions) and perhaps heed the advice of practicality once in a while for fear of turning into someone unpleasant.

Q2) Should she move? [over text msg, Diamond]

Past: Devil (R); Present: 5 of Wands (R) + Emperor; Future: Queen of Pentacles
Suggestion: Ace of Wands (R)

After breaking free of an obviously unhealthy relationship, perhaps it is a good idea to deal with the varied and many internal and external conflicts and return to the loving and caring person that she is before venturing to a new place. There is no movement in her cards, but there are issues to be resolved.

Q3) Should he drop everything and move to Berlin? [no spread]

Three cards: 9 of Pentacles, Page of Cups (R), Hierophant (R)
Suggestion: 4 of Wands (R)

However much he longs for the arts and a refined life, in his heart and intuition he knows this is a bad idea. He has neither the network or the true belief in this random decision so if he truly wishes to pursue this idea, he must build his foundations first before venturing forward.

13 Mar 2009

[Reading] Apple Reading Guy A

Lately I've been doing a lot of random readings and it's too much trouble to load all the pictures so if you want to, look up the image for the picture. Remember that my deck is Universal Waite.So my friends and I ended up doing tarot readings at Apple Lounge on Waverly. Don't worry, we didn't cause too much ruckus. :p

I was out with two of my guy friends, and both of them wanted to do readings.

Here are the readings I did for guy A.

Q1) Will his career improve after moving to LA? [Past, Present, Future]

Past: 4 of Swords (R); Present: Knight of Wands; Future: 3 of Wands
Suggestion: World

He has been cautiously preparing himself for the event and is filled with energy and a positive outlook for the future. However, he is likely to face heartbreak and also betrayal in the future so it’s important to remember that he has a great network that he can fall back on and that will support him.

Q2) How can he improve his relationship situation [Diamond]

Past: Knight of Wands; Present; 4 of Wands (R)+ King of Pentacles (R); Future: Hierophant

The energy is now behind him and he is presently in a situation that is less than satisfying and rewarding. Perhaps he should try to network with others and let outside social forces and conventional setups help him along.

Q3) He's trying to pitch a project to his friend, good idea? [no spread]

Three cards: 6 of Pentacles (R), 2 of Pentacles (R), 9 of Swords
Suggestion: Hierophant

There is a great imbalance of power between the two parties and may result in one party getting very much abandoned or disappointed. There is trouble teeming underneath the surface, threatening to throw everyone off balance. If the situation continues, he may face anxiety and grief. Perhaps it is proper to keep associations on a more personal and networking level instead of a professional level.

Sze K. Aka Chan's Posterous

歸去,也無風雨也無晴。
Walking the Fool's Journey.