Jade Buddha - Chua Vien Giac, Hanover

I finally get to write my post about the Jade Buddha festival celebrated in Hanover, Chua Vien Giac.
It's the world biggest Buddha statue made of Jade. People from everywhere (Swiss, France, Norway...)  have assembled at the temple to welcome and honor the statue for 10 days.
For me though, the first day was the most important one because guess what, I was the MC for the opening ceremony wohooo...but as expected I failed haha Well, actually I haven't done too bad but it could have been better right? Although, I was pretty nervous I've enjoyed it. I mean, come on there were thousands of people starring at you, waiting for you to make a mistake. You also have to keep in mind that everything was recorded....sigh see what I mean? Nevertheless, it was pretty funny especially when everyone goes like: Were you the MC? Can I take a picture with you?!

It was reeaaally worth it and I can not thank my master enough for gaving me this opportunity. Thanks to him I could gain more self-confidence and got an unique experience...not forget to mention all the professional pictures YAY :-P :D

 Family Picture <3

 Lin

Kayla's school festival

Sigh...It's been a very long time I haven't updated my blog. Sorry guys!

I'll try my best to keep my blog although I'm back in GERMANY. It's easier said than done, because everything here seem so normal to me ...

Anyway, this entry will be very short. I'm not gonna write a lot, actually that's it haha

I'm only gonna show you guys some pictures of me and my family :D Enjoy!

Last but not least .... *drum rolls* my super long summer dress tadaaaaa

What is your summerdress for 2011?

Home Sweet Home

... Looong time no see...
Sorry guys, I've just been so busy lately - no time for blogging.
The reason for is...*drumrolls* 12th June was my homeflight. Yes, I'm back in Germany.
My highschool year has come to an end and although I'm happy being home again, I feel very sad leaving all my new friends behind in Canada. Also, Stanley Cup (Hockey) was on and Canucks, Vancouver made it into the Finale but unfortunately they lost against Boston 4:0 and did not win the Stanley Cup) ...I tell ya, only because I wasn't there to support them ... no joke! :-P

Right now I'm in Chua Vien Giac, Hanover - a buddhist pagoda. Have you ever heard of the Jade Buddha? It's the world biggest Buddha Statue and it will come to Hanover from 18th to 26th June, 2011. Everyone is busy with work, whether decoration, cooking or cleaning. Everything must be perfect, so that this festival can be a success.

 It's 12.26pm right now and I try to write as much as I can, since my mum told me to shut down my laptop at exactly 12.30pm, because I have to get up tomorrow to pray "Kinh Lang Nghiem" which starts at 5.45am. I really missed praying with the Sangha... all their power and spirits are united as one. Really awesome!

Hmm I gotta sleep now.  I only have one minute left oh oh... haha. Hopefully I have enough energy to start a new busy day tomorrow :-)

Have a nice day/night everyone!
Lindaaa

Bell Acne Treatment #60

I finally get to write the review about the high-rated acne treatment by bell. I bought it after reading various reviews, that were all positive - mostly saying that acne disappeared in only 2-3 days...but honestly I have to disagree.

What it claims:

GET HEALTHY CLEAR SKIN WITH BELL LIFESTYLES HELP FOR SKIN DISORDERS.
Finally, support for adult acne that really works! Help For Skin Disorders by Bell Lifestyles helps to optimize clear skin by working as a blood cleanser and lymphatic purifier. Containing oregon grape root, sasmparilla extract, neem extract, and more Help For Skin Disorders is addition to your skin supplement regimen.

Suggested dosage:

2 capsules 3 times per day. It get rid of your acne by cleaning your blood with only organic ingredients. Each capsules contain Oregon grape root extract, bitter sweet extract, sarsaparilla, juniper berries, neem extract. Information :  http://www.nationalnutrition.ca/detail.aspx?ID=3710 

Personal Impression:

When I first opened it, I noticed a smell of all the natural ingredients, but it wasn't that bad. However it wasn't that easy to swallow those capsules, since they weren't tiny. I mean look at the picture...they're huge... okay, okay I might exaggerate a little bit. Anyway, my body didn't react to this treatment in any way so I continued using it. I also took some pictures before and after, but since there is no result I decided not to post it. I am pretty disappointed about this product since I bought it for around $30+ Tax. Although Bell guarantees a refund if unsatisfied but the whole process of shipping it, waiting for a response etc... I just kept it and wanted to share my experience with you guys.

Actually I don't know what to say more about it, except that it's was a total waste of money. I don't know if it's only me, but for my friend, it didn't work either. So ya... I don't know if the reviews and statement about this product being a miracle are true or not, but for me unfortunately it's NO

I hope this review was kinda helpful and I think that my review might be the only negative one in the internet cheche :-P If you have any questions, please let me know and I will try my best to answer them.

P.S.: Does anyone have any idea how to get rid of acne? What are you guys using? 

I heard that the Drying Lotion by Mario Badescu is supposed to be very good. (youtubers: nguerriero19 and frmheadtotoe) Since one bottle cost $17 I'm not  rushing to get one... since it's pretty pricy.

Right now I'm just watching my diet and eat a lot of fruuuuiiits. Watermelon and strawberries and water ofc :-)

Lin YAY!

Abortion

Recently I read a post of my friend and I asked her for permission to reblog it. So here we go...

This is a Story…Please take your time to read it!

Hi Mommy!

I’m your baby. You don’t know me yet, I’m only a few weeks old. You’re going to find out about me soon, though, I promise. Let me tell you some things about me. My name is John, and I’ve got beautiful brown eyes and black hair. Well, I don’t have it yet, but I will when I’m born. I’m going to be your only child, and you’ll call me your one and only. I’m going to grow up without a daddy mostly, but we have each other. We’ll help each other, and love each other. I want to be a doctor when I grow up.

You found out about me today, Mommy! You were so excited, you couldn’t wait to tell everyone. All you could do all day was smile, and life was perfect. You have a beautiful smile, Mommy. It will be the first face I will see in my life, and it will be the best thing I see in my life. I
know it already.

Today was the day you told Daddy. You were so excited to tell him about me! …He wasn’t happy, Mommy. He kind of got angry. I don’t think that you noticed, but he did. He started to talk about something called wedlock, and money, and bills, and stuff I don’t think I understand
yet. You were still happy, though, so it was okay. Then he did something scary, Mommy. He hit you. I could feel you fall backward, and your hands flying up to protect me. I was okay…but I was very sad for you. You were crying then, Mommy. That’s a sound I don’t like. It doesn’t make me feel good. It made me cry, too. He said sorry after and he hugged you again. You forgave him, Mommy, but I’m not sure if I do. It wasn’t right. You say he loves you… why would he hurt you? I don’t like it, Mommy.

Finally, you can see me! Your stomach is a little bit bigger, and you’re so proud of me! You went out with your mommy to buy new clothes and you were so so so happy. You sing to me, too. You have the most beautiful voice in the whole wide world. When you sing is when I’m happiest. And you talk to me, and I feel safe. So safe. You just wait and see, Mommy. When I am born I will be perfect just for you. I will make you proud, and I will love you with all of my heart.

I can move my hands and feet now, Mommy. I do it because you put your hands on your belly to feel me, and I giggle. You giggle, too. I love you, Mommy.

Daddy came to see you today, Mommy. I got really scared. He was acting funny and he wasn’t talking right. He said he didn’t want you. I don’t know why, but that’s what he said. And he hit you again. I got angry, Mommy. When I grow up I promise I won’t let you get hurt! I promise to protect you. Daddy is bad. I don’t care if you think that he is a good person, I think he’s bad. But he hit you, and he said he didn’t want us. He doesn’t like me. Why doesn’t he like me, Mommy?

You didn’t talk to me tonight, Mommy. Is everything okay?

It’s been three days since you saw Daddy. You haven’t talked to me or touched me or anything since that. Don’t you still love me, Mommy? I still love you. I think you feel sad. The only time I feel you is when you sleep. You sleep funny, kind of curled up on your side. And you hug
me with your arms, and I feel safe and warm again. Why don’t you do that when you’re awake, any more?

I’m 21 weeks old today, Mommy. Aren’t you proud of me? We’re going somewhere today, and it’s somewhere new. I’m excited. It looks like a hospital, too. I want to be a doctor when I grow up, Mommy. Did I tell you that? I hope you’re as excited as I am. I can’t wait.

…Mommy, I’m getting scared. Your heart is still beating, but I don’t know what you are thinking. The doctor is talking to you. I think something’s going to happen soon. I’m really, really, really scared, Mommy. Please tell me you love me. Then I will feel safe again. I love you!

Mommy, what are they doing to me!? It hurts! Please make them stop! It feels bad! Please, Mommy, please please help me! Make them stop!

Don’t worry Mommy, I’m safe. I’m in heaven with the angels now. They told me what you did, and they said it’s called an abortion.

Why, Mommy? Why did you do it? Don’t you love me any more? Why did you get rid of me? I’m really, really, really sorry if I did something wrong, Mommy. I love you, Mommy! I love you with all of my heart. Why don’t you love me? What did I do to deserve what they did to me? I want to live, Mommy! Please! It really, really hurts to see you not care about me, and not talk to me. Didn’t I love you enough? Please say you’ll keep me, Mommy! I want to live smile and watch the clouds and see your face and grow up and be a doctor. I don’t want to be here, I want you to love me again! I’m really really really sorry if I did something wrong. I love you!

I love you, Mommy.

Every abortion is just…
One more heart that was stopped.
Two more eyes that will never see.
Two more hands that will never touch.
Two more legs that will never run.
One more mouth that will never speak.

If you’re against abortion, feel free to reblog.

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This is sooo sad right? I know T___T However, here is a small note for you...
If you want to avoid pregancy - abortion, use contraceptives before you have fun, my gosh... such as a condom...Haven't you been taught this in elementary school? Ôó
...definitely nooot funny... trying to be serious right now òó

PEACE

Easter Dinner

Just wanted to post a few pictures... too lazy to write anything haha
Thank you so much for having such a great time in Canada. I really appreciate that you guys take your time to prepare an easter dinner so we can spent time as a family.

 

Leslie working hard as always... Canucks GOGOO!!... Richard and his little word called : blackberry smartphone  

Look at the lovely prepared food Leslie, David and her mum made. 

 

 

...and one of her dogs tadaaa 

 

 looovee yaa <3 

Lin xxx

School Play - The Liar

Thanks to Eric,  who was so kind and invited me to our school play, I could enjoy a nice evening!
(Sidenote: Because of me he's broke now; no more lunch money and no more money for Leaugue of Legends....)
Everyone told me that I needed to go, especially as an exchange student I shouldn't miss it. And they were absolutely right!  It was fantastic *-* It's funnier for us to watch and enjoy it than for you, since they are our classmates. However here is a short summary of "The Liar" and of course some piiicctuuurres

" All seems well in Venice! Shy Florindo loves Rosaura, although he can't tell her. Handsome Ottavio loves Beatrice, although her attention often wanders. Then Lelio arrives home after 20 years. He's smooth, handsome and the world's biggest liar. He impersonates a rich nobleman to impress the girls, but then has to lie more and more to keep his story straight. Eventually he deceives everyone - even his own father - and causes complete chaos! Meanwhile, Arleechino, Lelio's silly servant, copies his master and woos a local maidservant, but he doesn't lie as convincingly...

Falsehoods, fist fights, broken engagements, romantic misunderstandings, angry parents and duels of honour all ensue before it's revealed that Lelio is already married! Cleonice, his wife, arrives and drags him off to Rome, leaving our true lovers to marry and carry on their less extravagant, but hones, lives"

After that we treated ourselves with BUBBLETEA ... unfortunately I ordered the wrong thing, so that it didn't taste that well... I'll tell ya, never order Passion Joghurt. Also the shop ran out of the pearls since it was 11pm haha. All in all, it was a funny night though :)

...last picture... on our way to the theatre ... @Denise: Wait a minute Boy, why you tripping like that?
You think 'cause you tricking you get it just like that? Wait a minute...

Alright, good night everyone! PEAACE!