Being healthy is the first precondition to be happy, I think. One of Bhuddha's dharma says that "to not have illness is the greatest treasure". That's my rough, layperson translation. Today it seems to be so difficult to be happy when all day we hear and read about the most depressing economic news. We have to step back and ask "what is the real important thing in my life?". Relationships are important. Good health is important. So, I want to share some tips on a healthy life. This is a selection from "12 Foundations for Good Health" promoted by "100 Years, Happy Life" club in Thailand. I really like the first one and last one.
(1) Do things on your own, work hard and spend little
(2) Eat brown rice
(3) Eat less meat
(4) Eat more veggies and fruits
(5) Don't eat junk. Don't drink or smoke.
(6) Exercise and rest
(7) Relax. Live life with compassion and understanding.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
What did you give?
Valentine's Day is a day to show love and a day to celebrate your relationship. My mom and dad's relationship has always been an inspiration to me. They were best friends and remain to be each other's favorite people. I don't know that many couples that can say that after 30 years of marriage. They met at work (how cliche).
Out of thousands who applied for the positions at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, four were accepted. Two of those were my mom and dad. My mom received the highest score for the female applicants and my dad got the highest scores for male applicants. Isn't that cute? They became best friends traveling together for work. It was a time before emails or cellphones. My dad called my mom from a pay phone every day after having spent the whole day together at work. He's never done that for anyone else and never did again. When they were apart (my dad went to Austria) for 8 months, they sent each other a letter everyday. So, though it takes a week for mail to arrive from Europe, each of them would get something in the mail everyday because they sent something everyday. They were together for 7 years before getting married and moved to Australia together and they've been around the world together. The rest is history. They are now enjoying their empty nest with two dogs and my dad got my mom a bunch of red roses for Valentine's Day.
I got my boyfriend a chocolate cake from Dessert Delivery in New York City and had it delivered to our hotel. We had a lovely dinner together at Kittichai in SOHO. He gave me earrings. Gorgeous. I love them. Three hours later we walked out and ate a real Thai dinner at 11 pm. Kittichai was good but it didn't last in our stomaches past 3 hours. I hope that if we can make it to where my parents are today, someday 30 years from now.
The most important thing about gifts is that it has to be thoughtful. Good gifts show that you were listening to your partner; that you know what he/she wants or needs. Good gifts can also show what you see in your partner. I believe in putting thought in your gift. Take time in looking for gifts but I still think that when you find the right one, you know it right away. Like you know it when you meet that special someone in your life. Happy Valientines Day!
Out of thousands who applied for the positions at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, four were accepted. Two of those were my mom and dad. My mom received the highest score for the female applicants and my dad got the highest scores for male applicants. Isn't that cute? They became best friends traveling together for work. It was a time before emails or cellphones. My dad called my mom from a pay phone every day after having spent the whole day together at work. He's never done that for anyone else and never did again. When they were apart (my dad went to Austria) for 8 months, they sent each other a letter everyday. So, though it takes a week for mail to arrive from Europe, each of them would get something in the mail everyday because they sent something everyday. They were together for 7 years before getting married and moved to Australia together and they've been around the world together. The rest is history. They are now enjoying their empty nest with two dogs and my dad got my mom a bunch of red roses for Valentine's Day.
I got my boyfriend a chocolate cake from Dessert Delivery in New York City and had it delivered to our hotel. We had a lovely dinner together at Kittichai in SOHO. He gave me earrings. Gorgeous. I love them. Three hours later we walked out and ate a real Thai dinner at 11 pm. Kittichai was good but it didn't last in our stomaches past 3 hours. I hope that if we can make it to where my parents are today, someday 30 years from now.
The most important thing about gifts is that it has to be thoughtful. Good gifts show that you were listening to your partner; that you know what he/she wants or needs. Good gifts can also show what you see in your partner. I believe in putting thought in your gift. Take time in looking for gifts but I still think that when you find the right one, you know it right away. Like you know it when you meet that special someone in your life. Happy Valientines Day!
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is this Saturday. Wow! I will be going to NYC for the weekend. My favorite place in the world ... tied with Bangkok, of course :)
Molberi is planning our events for Mother's Day which we know is coming up since I am making plans for Valentine's. We are going to have some new products to make Mother's Day extra special. So keep your eyes out for our updates on the site. I can't tell you what they will be yet (trade secret) but it will definitely make your mom know how much you love her by the thoughtfulness you put in your gifts!
Before that though, don't forget about Earth Day. Molberi will be at Forest Park again for the annual St. Louis Earth Day Festival. So, mark your calendars on April 26th come visit our booth and buy some awesome gifts for your mom or friend or just anyone you love in your life.
Molberi is planning our events for Mother's Day which we know is coming up since I am making plans for Valentine's. We are going to have some new products to make Mother's Day extra special. So keep your eyes out for our updates on the site. I can't tell you what they will be yet (trade secret) but it will definitely make your mom know how much you love her by the thoughtfulness you put in your gifts!
Before that though, don't forget about Earth Day. Molberi will be at Forest Park again for the annual St. Louis Earth Day Festival. So, mark your calendars on April 26th come visit our booth and buy some awesome gifts for your mom or friend or just anyone you love in your life.
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