Tweet, Tweet…bird or man?

I came to Hong Kong with the mindset that I’ll be abroad for X amount of time. There was no deadline (minus the minimum of two years). After following up with the markets of both the US and Hong Kong, in comparison, the first thought that crossed my mind was “so, I think I am going home after all”. haha. The salary for entry-level/post-grad jobs in Hong Kong  are significantly less than that of the US. My part-time job paid more…No wonder people still lived at home with their parents and siblings in a cramped two-bedroom/one-bathroom apartment (if they’re lucky).

In Hong Kong, it seems you are either filthy rich or dirt poor (and some in-between…some). In the news today, there are people living in…cages. Yes, you read it right, cages.

I still absolutely love Hong Kong. So lively, so city. Definitely, Asia’s business hub. Definitely prosperous for businesses in every industry…despite the recession.

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Exciting news! Yesterday, I met General Counsel Cameron Kerry (Dept. of Commerce), John Kerry’s brother! We’re going global . Tomorrow, (hopefully) I will be able to attend the EcoExpo Asia. Expo for promoting Energy Efficiency/Going green/CP3 and all the other good stuff. Also, for the Wine Expo and Medical Expo next week! Winery is definitely the market to be in for Hong Kong since there are no longer any tariffs AND the 40% taxation was removed in 2008! I am uber excited! Yes, I wrote it… UBER excited! And of course, save the best for last, I get to attend COSMOPROF!! Ladies, it is our reality’s heaven. Cosmetics, toiletries, accessories, hair products, the works, all being showcased. Unfortunately, it is only open for trade and not for the public. Any requests?

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In terms of my Hong Kong adventures…for starters, I’ve gone to the amazingly small Disneyland, the exotic Bird and Flower Market, and the doubt-able restaurant called Modern Toilets.

Disneyland is definitely smaller than those in the US, however, the fireworks are utterly breathtaking. Not being a big fan of Disneyland (sorry babs) to start with, I absolutely fell in love once I saw the fireworks. You have to see to believe it. Definitely, a different vibe compared to the ones in California (a lot nicer) One thing I did notice, a lot of the souvenirs sold were in a set. Couple key chains, phone chains. Everything were for …couples. yea…what a downer.

The Bird and Flower Market are as the names that are given. Hundreds of caged birds ranging for a variety of birds, big and small were being sold as cheap as US$20. It was a bit saddening. However, on the bright side, the flower market was absolutely GORGEOUS. I have never seen such a perfect rose. No ruined petals or discoloration. Just the perfect deep, beautiful red. Amazing. I wished I had a boyfriend…for a second.

And the last worth notable place to mention is the restaurant called Modern Toilets. You literally sit on a toilet seat (clean) and eat off two sinks that has a glass over them. It was designed to look like a bathroom. Apparently, it originated from Taiwan. What were they thinking when they decided a restaurant such as this, I wonder…The waitresses then proceeds to give you food in another toilet basin and your drinks off a urinal shape cup…appetizing isn’t it? It actually was pretty…delicious. (made me think of you cami) haha.

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Well, that sums up some of my adventures and thoughts of what is going on in HK … It’s time for dinner (not in the bathroom this time) ha. Good company. Good times.

<3 NH

P.s. I love and miss you all!