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The Human Mind Can Be a Disgusting Place

Aug 22. 2012

One of the most memorable novels I have ever read is American Psycho by Brett Easton Ellis. (And in case you weren't aware, yes the movie is based on the book.) While the book is meant as a satire of 1980s American materialism, greed, and superficiality, the reader cannot help but be horrified — and transfixed! — by the narrator's description of his murders and the thought process that goes behind them. It's actually a great read for those who do not easily get queasy, or can appreciate genius in its various forms. When I read the book for the very first time back in my early twenties, I remember thinking that the author must have one sick mind to even IMAGINE these...

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Asian, Funny, Korean, Personal, Random

When Toilet Paper is Not an Option

Oct 12. 2011

Admit it. We've all been there. Doing a #2 in a public/semi-public restroom, only to realize that — oh crap (literally) — there's no toilet paper! What do you do? This is precisely the reason I try my best to have a pack of tissues in my bag at all times. But on the few occasions I didn't, I have waited until the bathroom was empty, loosely pulled up my lower pieces of clothing so that nothing was touching my skin, waddled over to the next stall and helped myself to some toilet paper from there. I have never asked a stranger to pass me some toilet paper (although I have been asked several times over the years). But what if it's a one-person bathroom? And...

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Geek, Pregnancy, Random

9 Famous Sweaters

Sep 17. 2011

Earlier this week we saw a severe dip in temperature from the 80s to 50s — literally overnight. Fall is finally here! :-D In celebration of our sweater weather, I present to you 9 famous sweaters from pop culture. Enjoy! Via Bit Rebels. P.S. — As much as I am grateful for the cool, crisp breeze and the start of my favorite season — I even had a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte yesterday to celebrate — I can't help but be a bit concerned that I only have three pairs of maternity pants, all of which are loungewear. (I had been pregnant with Claire over the summer too, so most of my maternity wear consists of dresses, skirts, and shorts.) I also only have...

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Personal, Photography, Random

Royal Engagement Photos

Dec 13. 2010

I must be living under a rock, because I only just discovered that Prince William is engaged to be married to his long-time girlfriend Kate Middleton. Two official engagement pictures were released to the public over the weekend, and I have to say that I love the work of fashion photographer Mario Testino, who was chosen to document the royal engagement. Not only does the couple look exquisite, the photos (especially the more formal portrait) have a painting-like quality to them that makes them seem appropriately regal. I'd love to know what type of equipment Testino shoots with, what settings he used, and what type of post-processing work he performed, if any. Kate's engagement ring, which is prominently displayed in the first photo,...

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