tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38933848844872913482024-03-13T07:05:52.946+08:00An Asian Goes to AsiaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.comBlogger304125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-66498442886502245312016-06-30T17:33:00.003+08:002016-06-30T17:33:48.979+08:00Finale<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Bonjour friends! Today is my last full day in Switzerland. It is a bittersweet moment for sure. I will prepare a separate post to try to wrap up the past four years (not sure when I will actually get to that since I'm handing in my laptop today!), but before I reflect back on my time as an expat, let's reflect back on my final few days in Switzerland.<br />
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At the end of last summer, I realised that I hadn't spent any time exploring Switzerland, so I really wanted to make sure to do that this summer. This summer in Switzerland is a bit short for me due to the move, but I spent a few days last week exploring!<br />
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I met Mallory in beautiful Lucerne for a day</div>
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The lake here is so beautiful, and the Old Town is really charming.</div>
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We visited this lion statue - it was a lot bigger than I thought it would be!</div>
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We climbed above the city walls to look below</div>
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From Lucerne, we headed over to Brunnen - the lake was super beautiful!</div>
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The reason we went to Brunnen was to assemble our own Swiss Army knives!</div>
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Afterwards, we took the train back to Zurich and had a lakeside picnic on a beautiful summer night</div>
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The next day, Mallory and I headed over to Kandersteg to hike up to Lake Oeschinensee. The hike was about 90 minutes, and while terrain wasn't terrible, there wasn't very much tree cover, so it was really hot! However, it was incredibly beautiful, and it was a really nice way to spend the day.<br />
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One thing that I find humorous is the other people I encounter while hiking in Switzerland. When I hike, I am dressed in full kit - hiking pants, Icebreaker top, sun hat, hiking shoes, Camelbak, etc. I sweat. I struggle. Usually, I will also see some old Swiss people, just casually out for a stroll in trainers and jeans. Maybe they are carrying a canvas backpack, but maybe they are just carrying a small water bottle. They are lightly perspiring. They are not struggling. I admire them!<br />
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Finally, we reached the lake!</div>
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Rewards!</div>
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Back in Kandersteg, Mallory and I parted ways, as she headed back towards Zurich. I stopped in Bern to dine on some rosti, and then went back to Geneva for a day to take care of some admin.<br />
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My final Swiss adventure was a trip to Zermatt. This is a place that I have loved skiing in during the winter, but this was my first trip during summer! Based on some recommendations from friends, I decided to do the 5 Lakes hike when I arrived. I was a bit disappointed at first because there was a lot of cloud cover, but I started to get a bit more optimistic when it seemed like they were burning off. Unfortunately, they never totally went away, so even though I could see blue sky and sunshine, the views of the Matterhorn were obstructed by clouds pretty much the entire time I was in Zermatt. But no worries - I enjoyed some beautiful hiking, some delicious food, and of course, some time in the spa! It was a great way to cap off my time in Switzerland before heading back to Geneva for my final wrap up with work and my apartment.<br />
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Um, hi. My last post (which wasn't even a real post) was more than three weeks ago, so I know that I have been behind on blogging. In truth, I have been trying to spend some time away from the computer in favor of figuring out all the details for my move, spending precious time with friends, and squeezing in some last minute European exploration. I hope you guys understand. <br />
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I know that I owe a lot of updates, but for right now, the most efficient and effective way to do this is via photo dump. Here is a bit of what I have been up to lately:<br />
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<b>May 26</b> - I randomly took an overnight trip to Beaune, in the Burgundy region of France, solely to have dinner at La Lune, a Japanese fusion restaurant, which was highly recommended by some friends. It did not disappoint!! If you ever find yourself in that area, you MUST go. It is a super tiny restaurant, so it can be difficult to get a reservation, but it is so good!<br />
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We kept seeing these little birds all over the sidewalks. Turns out, that it is a marked walking tour that shows you many major tourist sights in Dijon! So cute :)</div>
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<b>May 27</b> - Upon returning to Geneva, we hit up the summer food truck festival in Old Town. It was much, much better than the inaugural one last year! So many vendors, lots of tables and chairs, multiple bars, and fun music! <br />
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I loved seeing this Aperol van!</div>
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<b>May 28</b> - The annual Staff Weekend took place in Les Diablerets. Every year, my company hosts a weekend outing for everyone, usually at some lovely resort area. <br />
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The weather in the valley wasn't amazing, but the scenery was still lovely.</div>
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After a 90 minute impromptu hike, we were treated to some spectacular views!</div>
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Me and Steve at the top of Glacier 3000!</div>
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Ready to do the Peak Walk</div>
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And of course, in the mountains, you have fondue!</div>
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We came back to town to find that the clouds had gone!</div>
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<b>June 2 </b>- I went with a group of girls to Ibiza to celebrate a double bachelorette party! Spanish food, sunshine, and fun times :)<br />
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<b>June 5</b> - I was introduced to a Singaporean restaurant in Geneva!! Actually, Jeck's Place calls itself a Singaporean / Thai restaurant, but the menu has more Malay food than Singaporean, but I guess it's all the same. I've been twice now this month, and both times (Kway Teow and Laksa) were delicious!<br />
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<b>June 6 </b>- My BFF Damaris was vacationing with her husband in France, so I was able to meet them in Beaune! We spent a few days catching up, drinking wine, and eating delicious food. I don't get to see Damaris often (we haven't lived in the same city since we were in high school!), so it was SO nice to be able to spend some quality time together and not feel rushed. <br />
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One winery that we visited had these amazing panels on the walls that cataloged all of the vintages, dating back to the 19th century! Each year was noted as MV (mauvais vin / poor wine), PV (petit vin / average wine), BV (bon vin / good wine), or TBV (très bon vin / great wine).</div>
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Many of the years also had other little diagrams to indicate historical events. I found this completely fascinating.</div>
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1917 - Russian Revolution</div>
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1969 - a man on the moon!</div>
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Not the best photo, but you can see the peace sign in 1945!</div>
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1989 - fall of the Berlin Wall</div>
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In addition to La Lune, Caves Madeleine is another can't miss spot in Beaune. Absolutely amazing food here!</div>
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Manual labor among the vines</div>
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We also ate at the Clos du Cedre and loved it. Beaune really does have such amazing food!</div>
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<b>June 9 </b>- Right after getting back from Beaune, it was time to pack up my apartment. Ackkkk! I chose to pack up so early because I wanted to make sure my stuff would be ready for me when I am ready to move into an apartment in New York. (My company gives me temporary housing when I first arrive.) Most of my furniture here is not coming with me since it is mostly Ikea crap, so don't worry - I'm not living in a completely bare apartment right now!<br />
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<b>June 11</b> - I went for one last weekend in Chamonix to go to a going away party. You may recall that I spent most of this past winter in Chamonix every weekend, so it is definitely a place that I love and will miss!<br />
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<b>June 13</b> - I flew to Florence and met up with Mallory for a yoga retreat in Tuscany!<br />
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Just outside of our room (actually, an entire house) were these super fragrant flowers! I loved smelling them each morning as we headed out for breakfast.</div>
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Beautiful views during a morning hike</div>
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And a little stop for honey tasting!</div>
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<b>June 17</b> - Me, Becca, and Zach teamed up to host our going away apéro! We had a great turnout of colleagues and friends. It is always hard to say good-bye :(<br />
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<b>June 19</b> - it was a beautiful morning in Geneva, so Courtney and I headed out for a run! I am signed up for the <a href="http://www.runrocknroll.com/brooklyn/">Brooklyn Rock n' Roll half marathon</a> in early October, so I need to get back into my running groove asap!<br />
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<b>June 20 </b>- I went to my first opera! Colin, Katie, and I went to see Falstaff, which isn't an opera I was familiar with, but it was pretty enjoyable!<br />
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<b>June 22</b> - and finally, we are all caught up. It is a beautiful day, but I'm still working on some things in the apartment to get ready to actually leave. Tomorrow I will be heading off to do some more exploring within Switzerland, so hopefully the weather is good for the rest of the week! Have a good day my friends!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-68392470205531788682016-06-01T16:12:00.003+08:002016-06-01T16:12:54.383+08:00Updates<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi all! I've just updated my <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/p/travel-log.html">Travel Log</a> page, as well as my upcoming travel schedule. Feel free to take a look! </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-54821371931284426702016-05-31T04:00:00.000+08:002016-05-31T04:00:27.151+08:00Winding down<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello all! Happy Memorial Day to those of you back home! <br />
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It's hard to believe that it is the end of May already. I know I've said it before, but time really is flying, and I'm not really sure where the first five months of this year have gone. That said, I know that the next month will also go by in flash as I prepare to wind down my time in Geneva and transition back to the USA.<br />
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For those who haven't caught up on the major details, here are the basics:<br />
- I am moving to New York in about a month. My two year contract in Geneva was set to expire later this year, and the middle of the summer was the most logical timing for a transition from a work perspective.<br />
- I will still be working for the same company, but I am changing up my client portfolio, as well as my industry concentration. <br />
- I do not yet have a place to live in NYC, but I will live in temporary housing when I first arrive.<br />
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Answers to other frequently asked questions:<br />
- I am excited. I am nervous. I am happy. I am sad. It is a bittersweet time. I feel "ready" for the move back to the US, but there is so much that I will miss about my time in Geneva, as well as my time overseas in general.<br />
- It is astonishing to think of how different things were / I was / life looked when I last lived in the United States. In one way, it feels like just yesterday, and on the other hand, it feels like a lifetime ago.<br />
- The things I will miss the most about Geneva are my friends, the travel, and the work culture.<br />
- The things I am most looking forward to about New York are my friends, boutique group fitness, and convenience.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-55283507209780653262016-05-25T02:02:00.000+08:002016-05-25T02:02:41.296+08:00A sunny weekend!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello everyone! How is your week starting out? Mine is a bit stressful, as I am trying to juggle a lot of personal and work-related things to get done as I wrap up my time here in Switzerland. The end of June is rapidly approaching!<br />
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Even though it is the end of May, it doesn't quite feel like summer just yet. The daylight hours are already super long (it is 8pm, and as bright as 3pm), but the temperatures haven't quite made it to summer yet. I went running in a sweater this morning!<br />
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Luckily, this past weekend was absolutely glorious. It was 70 degrees and sunny both afternoons, so I was very happy to be able to be in Geneva to enjoy the sunshine (and to not be travelling!). I enjoyed my first ice cream of the season, a little running, dinner with friends, and plenty of time walking around the lake. Hooray for summer!!!<br />
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Hello friends! I'm wrapping up another short week of work - the beginning of May has two public holidays here in Switzerland, so I had this past Monday off for Pentecost. Many months ago, my friend Amy invited me to go on a trip to Israel for the long weekend.<br />
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For a while, I was on the fence about whether or not I would go. After what happened to <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2016/03/sadness.html">Justin and Stephanie</a>, I was really torn up mentally. I know that anything can happen anywhere, but Israel has a reputation as being less safe than somewhere like Switzerland. So I was very hesitant. Amy, who works in the counter-terrorism space, was totally understanding, but very reassuring, and in the end, I decided to still go.<br />
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So last Friday, very early in the morning, we boarded our direct flight to Tel Aviv! We landed around lunchtime and immediately set out to find some lunch. You guys - the food in Israel is SO good. I was really stunned by how flavorful everything was even when the dishes seemed so simple. It was great to eat such fresh and healthy fare!<br />
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Amy and I met up with two other girls, one of which has been to Israel several times before and has some Israeli friends. Thus, we were able to experience some local recommendations and culture! We were invited for a Shabbat dinner on Friday evening - my first one! Meg's friends hosted us for a lovely barbecue feast. It is always great to be invited into someone's home, and our hosts were so gracious and hospitable. And the food was excellent as well!</div>
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The next day, we hit the beach! To be honest, it seemed like there wasn't a ton of stuff to see in Tel Aviv (maybe I just didn't do any research?), and the beach was just okay. I mean, it was a nice beach, but it was pretty crowded, and really - it was just a beach. Nevertheless, this Florida girl always enjoys the chance to soak up some sunshine! After our day on the beach, we cleaned up and went out for dinner and drinks in Tel Aviv. <br />
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On Sunday, Amy and I went on a day trip to Jerusalem. For me, this was the highlight of the weekend, and I actually wish we had gotten to spend more time there. We did a free walking tour to get the lay of the land, along with some information, and then we spent some time visiting some of the holy sites on our own. There were some very moving moments of the day.<br />
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The long weekend went by very quickly, and then it was time to head back to Geneva. One thing that I found very interesting is that I spent significantly more time going through security / immigration when I was leaving Israel than when I was coming in. On the way in, they scanned my passport, asked a few questions (are you here for business or leisure?), and the whole process took less than five minutes. When I was leaving Israel, the security process was much more comprehensive! They checked all the pages of my passport and asked questions about my travels to various countries like Malaysia, UAE, Indonesia, etc. (Why did you go there? Who were you with? What are their names?) It was very thorough.</div>
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All in all, an interesting experience. This weekend, I am home in Geneva!!! I am super excited to be able to spend some time relaxing and catching up on life. I also need to get started on organising my things for my move! Eeek! </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-41696895660014219302016-05-13T02:30:00.000+08:002016-05-13T02:30:47.978+08:00Ah, Italia...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Last week was my <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2015/07/the-amalfi-coast.html">second</a> week long vacation in Italy, and let me tell you... I freaking love that place. This time around, we spent more time in some smaller towns that are more known for food and wine than they are for historical sights and coastlines, but it was absolutely spectacular - peaceful, delicious, interesting, and totally relaxing.<br />
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In Switzerland, there is a public holiday that falls very close to my birthday, so I was easily able to take some days off of work to go on vacation! We drove down to Piedmont, which is about 3 hours from Geneva, on Monday morning. Piedmont is close to a lot of delicious things like truffles and wines. It is also stunningly beautiful.<br />
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Stopped in Asti for lunch.. loved this street lined with flags</div>
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We stayed in a little <a href="http://www.albergocastiglione.com/welcome_eng.lasso">hotel</a> that was so lovely - great staff!</div>
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On Tuesday, our hotel helped us arrange a visit to a <a href="http://www.marchesidigresy.com/index-eng.asp">vineyard</a> to do a tour and a tasting. It was really beautiful, and the wines were great. We were in the Langhe area of Piedmont, which is known for Barbera, Barolo, and Barbaresco - yum!<br />
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After two short days in the Langhe, we drove a few more hours down to Modena. Modena is known as a city of fast cars and slow food - it has been home to Ferrari, Maserati, and Lamborghini, and it produces balsamic vinegars, meats, and cheeses that are known for their aging processes.<br />
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Our first stop was to go into the city and check out the market. We rented a big <a href="http://www.casadellenoci.com/">villa</a> for the long weekend, so we figured that a home-cooked meal might be a fun idea! The market had lots of options for fresh pasta and produce, so we browsed a bit before heading out to check into our villa.<br />
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Our villa was absolutely awesome. I cannot recommend it enough if you ever go to Modena! It's not in the city center, but it was an easy drive to a lot of places, and the area was really peaceful. The villa is owned by a super sweet couple who helped us organize restaurant reservations, tours, etc, and the house itself has a magnificent patio and pool to lounge on!<br />
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The main reason that we came to Modena was to eat at Massimo Bottura's <a href="http://www.osteriafrancescana.it/">Osteria Francescana</a>, which was featured on season 1 of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pY6IvkQm2Q">Chef's Table</a> on Netflix. Unfortunately, even though we tried to reserve a table the day that the reservations for May opened, AND we added ourselves to the wait list for lunch or dinner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, we weren't able to get in! Very sad, but honestly, we had such great meals in Modena, that I don't even mind!<br />
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I had discovered that Massimo Bottura has a more casual (and less expensive) restaurant in Modena called <a href="http://franceschetta58.it/">Franceschetta58</a>, and we were surprised to hear that we could get a last minute reservation there! We ate here on our first night in Modena, and to be honest, I thought it was very good, but I definitely thought the other meals we had in Modena were better.<br />
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While in Modena, we explored the "slow food" side of the culture, visiting factories for parmigiano, prosciutto, and balsamic. It was really interesting to learn more about the products and processes, as well as the importance of the "D.O.P" distinction. <br />
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So much cheese!</div>
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When we weren't touring, we were eating or lounging by the pool. It was such a great vacation. We had some absolutely fabulous meals (highly recommend both <a href="http://www.anticamoka.it/">Antica Moka</a> and <a href="http://www.ristorantestradafacendo.it/">Strada Facendo</a>) and did some grilling and cooking at home, including a pasta feast on our final night! We ended the weekend with birthday cake to celebrate - a great way to close out another year with great friends.<br />
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I know I've been dialing it in here on the blog. My last proper <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2016/04/theres-no-place-like-home.html">post</a> was nearly a month ago! So much has happened since then. I feel a bit silly going so far back in time, but here's a quick rundown on what happened in the second half of April 2016!<br />
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When we last left off, I was headed to Val Thorens for my final ski weekend of the season. I have to say, it was a great way to cap it all off. I had a lovely day of spring skiing with ski buddy Becca, and my ankle didn't really bother me at all!<br />
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It was my first time in a Club Med, and I have to say - it reminded me of a cruise ship. Just without the ocean. The food was delicious, and we had a great time, but I was glad I was there with a large group of friends so that we could keep ourselves entertained, rather than relying on the Club Med entertainment haha.<br />
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Later in the month, I took a random one day trip to London - basically to just have dinner with Brian haha. He was in town for work, but our schedules didn't line up to meet for a weekend, so a random Wednesday dinner with the old Singapore crew was had! It was so lovely to see him and Gareth and Rachel - I miss our Singapore days!<br />
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In April, I also tried to get back on the healthy living wagon. After having spent months putting work first, followed by a fairly indulgent time in America, I needed to get some vegetables and exercise into my system!!<br />
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And to close out the month, I took a quick trip over to Zurich to see this lovely ladies guild! Cassie hosted a fiesta at her flat, and we had a great time catching up, eating chips, and dancing in the kitchen :)<br />
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Hi friends! Thanks to everyone who wished me a happy birthday. It was great to hear from you all, and I felt super special and loved!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-87015459275486603422016-05-03T00:13:00.000+08:002016-05-03T00:13:26.944+08:00Ciao!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Sorry that I've been absent here for a while, but you'll have to wait just a bit longer. I'm spending my last week as a 32 year old in Italy. I'll write a longer update afterwards!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-73874545146120235192016-04-15T01:49:00.000+08:002016-04-15T01:49:54.538+08:00There's no place like home<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Bonjour mes amis! It has been a while since I've written, but I was off enjoying my time in America! And what an enjoyable time it was - family, friends, delicious food, and fun times. It was a great way to cap the end of a very busy first three months of the year, and it was a great peek into what life will soon be like back in the US!<br />
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Lufthansa started flying a direct flight from Frankfurt to Tampa recently, so I decided to try it out for this trip. Even though I absolutely despise the Frankfurt airport, a direct flight into America is hard to pass up! Luckily, the flight itself was smooth sailing, and the TV and movie selection was pretty good!<br />
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The main reason I came home this time was to see my dear friend Kim get married. I went to Kim and Jay's engagement party <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2015/09/whirlwind.html">last summer</a>, so it was fun to finally get to the wedding! They had a lovely ceremony at Kim's home church in Ruskin, followed by a fun reception in Tampa that night! <br />
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The rest of the time in Tampa was spent hanging out with Nancy Lin and friends, and a random day spent at Busch Gardens. I hadn't been in forever, but it was fun to hang out in the park and ride roller coasters for the day!!<br />
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I also got to spend a few days in New York - my future home! I haven't been on a proper vacation in New York City in forever (side note - I just read my <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2013/04/and-im-back.html">recap</a> from my first home leave and had a nice little laugh at myself.. and then <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2013/04/treats-snacks-and-spinach-smoothie.html">this</a> follow up post is also hilarious to me), so it was great to be able to be back. And it was great to be able to explore the city with the idea that I will live there soon - I am pumped. <br />
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Jack's Wife Freda is amazing you guys. I went there two mornings in a row for breakfast. This is the Breakfast Bowl - poached eggs, quinoa, spaghetti squash, kale, roasted tomatoes, and avocado. YUM.</div>
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Tomorrow I am heading for my final European ski holiday while living here. Ski club is going to Val Thorens! I'm not convinced that the snow will be any good, nor am I convinced that my ankle is going to love skiing, but I'm going to give it my best shot to cap my second season as a ski bunny. Hope everyone has a good weekend!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-81043506391522508702016-03-31T00:18:00.000+08:002016-03-31T00:18:33.992+08:00Coming soon<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello all. Thank you to everyone who reached out about Justin and Stephanie. It is still crazy to me, but I am doing okay. "Luckily", I've been incredibly busy at work this past week, so I haven't had much time to dwell on things. And I am SO SO SO thankful that I already had a trip home planned. I cannot wait to hug my people. It could not come at a better time.<br />
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One more thing that I would like to share about this whole situation - our MAcc class has had an ongoing email chain about Justin and Stephanie ever since the bombing. In the past few days, we added the dean of our program, and yesterday, he sent the email below:<br />
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"I met with current students and the MAcc team during Monday’s lunch hour. To acknowledge the tragedy, grieve, and begin to consider how to honor Justin and Stephanie. I did not anticipate the conversation turning so quickly and sincerely to concern for your class. A testament to what I often describe as your class’s legacy – a genuine sense of community.<br />
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Frankly, we do not know how to help. But know you are in our thoughts and prayers."<br />
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I get choked up every time I read it. But it makes me so proud of what I was a part of. I know that I am a foam-finger supporter of the Vanderbilt MAcc program, but honestly, I cannot overstate what an amazing experience it was for me. And to lose two people that were a part of that is incredibly sad, no matter the circumstances, but in this specific situation, it is just awful.<br />
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My two year assignment in Geneva is coming to an end later this year, and I will be repatriating back to the US. Although I have had an incredible four years overseas, I am ready to come home and be closer to all my loved ones. <br />
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By now, many of you have probably heard the news that Justin and Stephanie were confirmed dead. It is a hard thing to process.<br />
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I wasn't incredibly close with either one of them, but when you spend an entire year with only 23 other people, you naturally feel connected to all of them. My year at Vanderbilt was one of the most formative years of my life - I often think of it as somewhat of a tipping point for me. And they were there. And now they are gone.<br />
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Shortly after I moved to Geneva, I had a quick work trip to Brussels. I tried to meet up with Justin and Stephanie, but I think they both happened to be out of town, so we didn't manage to connect. I loved my short stay in Belgium and vowed to go back. I haven't.<br />
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Last year, some other MAcc friends came over to Europe for vacation and spent about a week on the continent, most of that time with Justin and Steph. They reached out to try to coordinate some travel plans, but I had already booked some other things and didn't want to take more time off work. So I didn't see them then either.<br />
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I know we all know this, but life is short. I hope you guys will all keep Justin and Stephanie's families in your thoughts and prayers. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-41581685478143237812016-03-23T05:15:00.001+08:002016-03-23T05:15:31.302+08:00On BrusselsI am sad. Two classmates of mine are missing. The world is a scary place these days. <div><br></div><div>What's interesting / awful is that these days, if you hear news of an explosion in an airport, your mind immediately goes to terrorism. You never think "oh I wonder what happened?" Or "there must have been some sort of accident." Your mind instantly thinks it was terrorism. It's a scary response that we have been conditioned towards now. </div><div><br></div><div>Hopefully we hear some good news about Justin and Stephanie soon. </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-56119042094149709462016-03-22T04:53:00.001+08:002016-03-22T04:53:49.391+08:00On blooming<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends. Two posts in a row!<br />
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This morning on my way to work, I read <a href="http://www.peanutbutterrunner.com/onblooming/">this post</a> from one of my favorite bloggers. Jen wrote about how the Spring Equinox made her pause and reflect on the different seasons of life, and it was something that really made me stop and think. About seasons, about life, about change, and about possibility.<br />
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So far in 2016, there are some <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2016/01/looking-ahead.html">resolutions</a> that I feel like I'm really sticking to (as I eat my kale salad that I cooked at home - inspired by <a href="http://www.biggirlssmallkitchen.com/2015/10/avocado-squash-kale-salad.html">this salad</a>!), and some that I am completely failing at. For example, so far in March I have only worked out three times - with my last recorded workout being on March 3rd. Wahhh.<br />
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Winter is the busiest time of year for me at work, and this winter has been no exception. On top of that, there are some things going on in life that I haven't blogged about that have taken up some of my (little) time and energy. All good things - I'm a happy camper - but it has still been a bit of a struggle to balance everything.<br />
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As we move into spring, I'm going to try to refocus my attention on more of the things that I want to accomplish this year. In less than two weeks, I will hit a big deadline at work, and that should hopefully help clear up some more free time and head space. The warmer weather should hopefully help make it easier to motivate myself to get up and get out for some morning runs. The end of ski season will mean that more friends will be in town, and there will be more opportunities to travel.<br />
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I have a lot to look forward to in the coming seasons. I'm excited to see how it all unfolds :)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-39982818498761182522016-03-21T02:59:00.000+08:002016-03-21T02:59:02.666+08:00What the doctor ordered<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi all and happy Sunday! I've been in Geneva all weekend, doing lots of relaxing and getting some rest for both my mind and my ankle. My ankle feels ok - still a bit tender, but I'm on the mend. Since there was definitely no skiing on my agenda for the weekend, I enjoyed a great weekend with friends in Geneva including a game night, a big dinner out, time in the sunshine, and plenty of time cooking. It was bliss :)<br />
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Hello all! How is everyone? I am currently sitting in my apartment with my feet propped up. I'm not exactly relaxing... my right ankle is elevated because I fell skiing this weekend and injured it a bit :( Just when I thought I was getting the hang of things!<br />
<br />So needless to say, my weekend was not the greatest, but aside from that, life has been pretty standard. Just lots of work. This past week, I made (what I hope is) my final trip to Tallinn this year! I went there just after International Women's Day, and I was surprised to see lots of cake and flowers in the office! My colleagues told me that International Women's Day is quite the ordeal in Russian culture, which has had a heavy influence on Estonia. Accordingly, all the guys in Estonia bring flowers and treats for the female colleagues on this day.<br />
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<br />When I mentioned that this is not really a big deal in Geneva, my co-workers surprised me by buying me flowers and chocolates over lunch break! How sweet :)<br />
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Ignore my tired face. Seriously, I have at least three people a week tell me I look tired. Yeah, I am tired. What do you want me to do about it?!</div>
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After having been to Tallinn several times since I moved to Geneva 1.5 years ago, here are my thoughts:<br />
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They are just so nice.<br />
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I love the brown bread.<br />
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I love having smoked fish for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.<br />
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The idea of Asian food is super funny.<br />
<br />They can really drink a lot.<br />
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The women I work with are great examples of how to be stylish in the cold weather when you have to walk a lot.<br />
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Other random travel notes from the week -<br />
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I have confirmed my loathing of Frankfurt airport. I used to think this was such a great airport, but honestly, it is just too damn big. When I have to walk for 30 minutes in between gates, that is absurd. And when I arrive at my gate to find that there is no lounge nearby, that is even more absurd. #firstworldproblems<br />
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I have confirmed my love of the Brussels airport. Even though I ended up accidentally knocking a bottle of water over into my laptop bag, I still love The Loft lounge at this airport. Easy to get to, great food and drink selection, and plenty of outlets to charge electronics!<br />
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As you may have seen in my travel schedule, I have a trip to Tel Aviv planned in mid-May. I am a little nervous. I'll continue to monitor the situation, but to be fair, anything can happen anywhere, at any time.<br />
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The drive to Chamonix was particularly eventful this weekend. Not only did we get stopped at the border, but I only had a photocopy of my passport as identification, and on top of that, the car details were not fully updated. It is actually turning into quite the ordeal. Sigh.<br />
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I have been nailing down all of my eating details for my upcoming trip to the US. I am just so excited! I'm planning on Bern's, Yummy House, Mexican food, and lots of other delicious favorites. Hoping to also squeeze in some healthy eating and exercise too :)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-63232630977079130672016-03-04T08:30:00.000+08:002016-03-04T08:30:36.308+08:00Five: A random blog survey<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello all! Last week, my former Swiss running buddy Ashley wrote <a href="http://www.healthyhappierbear.com/2016/02/25/five-a-random-blog-survey/">this post</a> on her blog. I really like random bits of info like this, so I decided to copy her! My survey answers aren't as fun or cutely photographed, and I changed up the categories a bit, but maybe you guys will at least find it a little bit interesting?<br />
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<b>Five Places I Want to Visit</b><br />
Croatia (the last place left on my <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/p/swiss-bucket-list.html">Swiss bucket list</a>)<br />
Japan (the last place left on my <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/p/singapore-bucket-list.html">Singapore bucket list</a>)<br />
Montana<br />
Patagonia<br />
NYC (soon!)<br />
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<b>Five Foods I Eat (Nearly) Every Day</b><br />
Eggs<br />
Coffee (does this count as a food?)<br />
Yogurt<br />
Cheese<br />
Leaves of some sort<br />
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<b>Five Talents I Wish I Had</b><br />
Singing<br />
Fixing things<br />
Hand-eye coordination<br />
Drawing<br />
Styling myself more fashionably<br />
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<b>Five (Mostly) Healthy Food Bloggers I Wish Would Cook for Me Everyday</b><br />
<a href="http://www.101cookbooks.com/">Heidi Swanson</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shutterbean.com/">Tracy Benjamin</a><br />
<a href="http://smittenkitchen.com/">Deb Perelman</a><br />
<a href="http://www.katheats.com/">Kath Younger</a><br />
<a href="http://www.peanutbutterrunner.com/">Jen DeCurtins</a><br />
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<b>Five Things I Wear Almost Everyday</b><br />
My watch<br />
Black Cole Haan flats<br />
Deodorant<br />
Jo Malone Mimosa & Cardamom Cologne<br />
Contact lenses<br />
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<b>Five Songs I Listen to on Repeat</b><br />
Ride wit Me - Nelly<br />
Valerie - Amy Winehouse<br />
The Mother We Share - Chvrches<br />
Wildest Dreams - Taylor Swift<br />
It's My Life - Bon Jovi<br />
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<b>Five Beauty Products I Use Everyday</b><br />
Vaseline lip balm<br />
Trish McEvoy blush<br />
Mascara<br />
Cerave moisturizer<br />
Peter Thomas Roth CC cream<br />
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<b>Five Podcasts I Subscribe to</b><br />
The Economist All Audio<br />
Slate Political Gabfest<br />
NPR's Planet Money<br />
NPR Pop Culture Happy Hour<br />
Freakonomics<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-44598993739475570262016-03-03T07:00:00.000+08:002016-03-03T07:00:06.037+08:00And again!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Man, these blog posts are becoming fewer and farther between huh? Sorry about that. I'm struggling to find a balance between multiple competing priorities these days :(<br />
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Apparently, the Interlaken area has become a favorite of mine. This past weekend was "Friends Ski Weekend" in Grindelwald! After the awesome fun we had at Mallory and Keith's Irish wedding, the gang from Zurich and I chose to meet in the middle for a weekend on the slopes. And what a great time we had!! We rented a big chalet for all of us and spent our team hanging out on the slopes, in the spa, and in the kitchen. It was so great :)<br /><br />
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Aside from that, it's more of the same, except for the notable (to me!) fact that I have actually gone running this week! As I've mentioned several times before, I have really struggled with the motivation to hit the pavement, but apparently, March is when I will get back on board! Hooray :)</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-65774742412772207182016-02-22T10:00:00.000+08:002016-02-22T10:00:14.833+08:00Winter routine<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends! How is everyone? I know my blogging has been infrequent (at best) lately, but thanks for continuing to check in! Living and working in Switzerland, this time of year is very busy for me. During the week, work is pretty demanding, and on the weekends, I try to spend my non-working time in the mountains skiing. It doesn't leave a lot of free time for other endeavors, like blogging. I guess we all make choices on how to prioritize our time, and for now, working and skiing are higher on the list than blogging. <br />
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A sunny day in Chamonix!</div>
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A snowy day in Chamonix</div>
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On top of that, my winter routine is fairly repetitive, so it hasn't felt like there has been a lot to write about! I did go back up to Tallinn for a few days this past week, and happily, it wasn't as cold as I was expecting! Interesting things I heard while in Estonia this week...<br />
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1) One of my colleagues is very musically inclined. When was talking about how he learned to play various instruments, one of the comments he said was, "well it was easy because I already knew the grammar". I've never heard of "reading music" referred to as grammar, but it makes total sense, right?!<br />
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2) One morning there were tons of little sandwiches all over the office. Since it was well before lunchtime, I was curious why there were so many sandwiches everywhere. "It must be someone's birthday." Apparently, in Estonia, on your birthday, you bring sandwiches to the office to feed everyone. (And in return, your co-workers are supposed to bring you presents.) <br />
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Little tartine in Tallinn. Smoked fish!!</div>
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Shakshuka!</div>
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Shredded brussels sprouts!</div>
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Indian food yum! (But not Dishoom ya'll...)</div>
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Veggie burger at MBC!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-28746462959953105502016-02-13T04:06:00.001+08:002016-02-13T04:06:24.985+08:00Snowy hello<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends. It is snowy and slushy in Geneva today. Sort of represents the mood I've been in as of late. Just blahhhhhhh. Hope to snap out of it soon. Enjoy the weekend all!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-71872773835873222682016-02-03T04:15:00.000+08:002016-02-03T04:15:28.293+08:00Per usual<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Per usual.. I am behind in blogging. Sorry guys. This time of year is tough. It is hard to sit down in front of the computer when I'm not at work. I'd rather be sleeping. Or skiing. Or just staring at the ceiling.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-12730837814258682442016-01-26T04:00:00.000+08:002016-01-26T04:00:13.334+08:00Two-fer<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Oh hi. Remember me? Sorry for the slow posting, but I'm sure you guys have figured out that I suck at blogging right now. My bad. Anyway.. let's catch up a bit. Basically my life right now consists of working during the week and skiing on the weekend. Not bad!<br />
<br />Remember when I went <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2015/09/weekend-in-wengen.html">hiking in Wengen</a> at the end of the summer? Earlier this month, I returned to that same area to do some skiing with Emily! We stayed in Grindelwald, which is a different town than Wengen, but it's in the same general Jungfrau region. I actually ended up in Wengen for après ski on Saturday night! It was fun to see the mountains from a completely different view point this time. And of course, always good to spend time with friends :)<br />
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Other than that, the past week at work was pretty busy, as is typical for January. But luckily, we all had something to look forward to! A team weekend of skiing in Verbier! This was my first time in Verbier, but it has definitely been on my list of places to visit since everyone raves about it. <br />
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All in all, it was a great weekend. The skiing in Verbier is tough, but it was really nice as well. We were really lucky with the weather, and I can definitely see why so many people love Verbier.<br />
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This week is another big week at work, but unfortunately, I am sick :( I may have blogged about this before, but I definitely think that I get sick way more often living in Geneva than I ever have before. I'm loading up on liquids, vitamins, and meds now, so hopefully I am back to normal soon!<br />
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Hope all of you who got snow are staying warm and safe. Have a good week everyone!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-64711256028116404702016-01-12T23:30:00.000+08:002016-01-12T23:30:19.489+08:00In the kitchen<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends! As <a href="http://mary-goes.blogspot.ch/2016/01/looking-ahead.html">previously mentioned</a>, this year I'd like to spend more time in the kitchen cooking. It's kind of a two-birds-one-stone deal.. not only does cooking for yourself save you money, it can also help ensure that you are eating healthy meals! Plus, I enjoy cooking, so it's a good way to unwind, particularly when life outside the kitchen gets stressful.<br />
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In an effort to get the new year started off right, I spent a lot of time in the kitchen last weekend! Since I am pretty busy at work during the first few months of the year, I don't normally have tons of time to do anything elaborate during the week (if I manage to get groceries, I am happy), so I was happy to have a couple of days to relax and spend time by the stove. Here is what I made!<br />
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<a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/herby-barley-salad-with-butter-basted-mushrooms">Herby Barley Salad with Butter-Basted Mushrooms</a> - anyone who has been to my apartment knows that I have a special love for grains. Barley is no exception, and of course, mushrooms are absolutely my jam. This simple salad was super delicious and came together in no time, so I will definitely be making it again!<br />
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<a href="http://food52.com/recipes/27213-marcella-hazan-s-rice-and-smothered-cabbage-soup">Marcella Hazan's Rice and Smothered Cabbage Soup</a> - this simple and delicious soup was the perfect thing to eat on a dreary Sunday afternoon. The smothered cabbage takes a while to make, but it's totally worth it.<br />
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I also made a Kale Caesar salad with a Greek yogurt based dressing that I saw on Instagram. The recipe was a bit heavy on the garlic, but otherwise super yummy and easy.<br />
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Do you guys care about what I eat?<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11897209284576021287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3893384884487291348.post-59473999045961076902016-01-11T20:19:00.000+08:002016-01-11T20:19:06.814+08:00Looking ahead<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
More New Year's stuff, even though it is well into January already!<br />
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Of course, I made some resolutions this year, and while I won't share each and every one publicly for all the internet to see, I did want to document some of the general themes that I want to focus on in 2016. Hopefully writing them down here in a public space will help me actually stick to them a bit better this year!<br />
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Exercise more - pretty self explanatory. I have a few metrics in mind, and I'd also like to get back on the running train, and maybe do a spring or fall race?<br />
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Eat healthfully - generally, I am a pretty healthy eater, but this year I would also like to spend more time cooking for myself. Cooking at home is definitely the easiest way to ensure healthy eating, since you control all the ingredients, and besides - I love to cook! I'm hoping to also start trying out more recipes this year, since I have the tendency to fall into some ruts.<br />
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Travel - as you may recall, I was feeling a bit weary after my summer travel blitz. In 2016, of course I want to continue to explore, but I want to do it in a more manageable way, so that I don't wear myself out. I'd also like to make sure I'm spending more time exploring Switzerland itself!<br />
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Financial - it seems like every year, one of my goals is to be more financially disciplined. Blah.<br />
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Learn - I've turned into a fairly voracious reader. (People often ask me when I find the time to read - the answer: on planes!) Between book club and my own personal leisure, I definitely read my share of easy fiction, so in 2016, I want to make sure that I read at least ten non-fiction books. <br />
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Relationships - of course, I can't forget about my loved ones. Every year I hope that I can grow and nurture important relationships with friends, both old and new. Even though I live far away from many of the people in my life, it's easier than ever to stay in touch with FaceTime, What's App, even regular old email! <br />
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Hope all of you are starting 2016 happy and healthy. Best wishes in the new year!</div>
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