Just as countless others are reminiscing about their accomplishments within the past twelve months, I am subconsciously acting likewise. I've arrived at the conclusion that the latter half of the year progressed speedily without any signs of halting, whlie the first two quarters were sluggish and largely uninteresting - except for Kipling and graduation of course!
The Year of the Dog was a pivotal period in my life, overloaded with emotions and brimming with extreme ups and downs. I was periodically rewarded with several GOT7 sightings and a DAY6 World Tour, yet also flung into an unknowingly toxic work environment. New friendships were made, while old ones were strengthened (or withered, for whatever reason).
The Year of the Dog was a pivotal period in my life, overloaded with emotions and brimming with extreme ups and downs. I was periodically rewarded with several GOT7 sightings and a DAY6 World Tour, yet also flung into an unknowingly toxic work environment. New friendships were made, while old ones were strengthened (or withered, for whatever reason).
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2019 lies not far away, and I anticipate its many offerings. As someone who believes strongly in the concept of fate, there is not much else to kick back, observe the flow of the year's happenings, and react accordingly. (AND hopefully continue the Maritimes Madness series.)
Many would have assumed this roundup to consist mainly of meal snippets. And I have no reason to deny this hypothesis, for it is completely accurate.
Many would have assumed this roundup to consist mainly of meal snippets. And I have no reason to deny this hypothesis, for it is completely accurate.
1) Experimental Pound Cake (as led by Cooking Tree)
2) The inescapable CoCo runs
2) The inescapable CoCo runs
3) GOT7 - Present: You & Me
Despite my initial reluctance to purchase yet another repackage, the availability of a locally-organized G.O. (as well as Jinyoung's all-too-persuasive teaser images) convinced me otherwise.
That said, this may be my last time joining a group order, for I always seem to have better bias luck with sealed orders.
Despite my initial reluctance to purchase yet another repackage, the availability of a locally-organized G.O. (as well as Jinyoung's all-too-persuasive teaser images) convinced me otherwise.
That said, this may be my last time joining a group order, for I always seem to have better bias luck with sealed orders.
4) More CoCo!
5) A late lunch of mild Chipotle at Mississauga's busiest shopping centre
5) A late lunch of mild Chipotle at Mississauga's busiest shopping centre
6) Beef Fried Rice and my go-to Baked Ox Tongue on Spaghetti from Macey's Restaurant
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7) Breakfast of a Raspberry Croissant + Matcha Latte
8) Manic's Matcha White Chocolate Chip Cookies fell short of the expectations set by their affiliated Koreatown shop.
9) Mr. Sun is worth a second, and possibly even third, visit!
8) Manic's Matcha White Chocolate Chip Cookies fell short of the expectations set by their affiliated Koreatown shop.
9) Mr. Sun is worth a second, and possibly even third, visit!
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10) Our household's seasonal staple: Sprinkle-decked Christmas shortbread cookies
11) The hoddeok inventory was finally restocked!
12) Various microfoam latte art attempts
11) The hoddeok inventory was finally restocked!
12) Various microfoam latte art attempts
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13) It may be highly likely that I've visited almost every single CoCo outpost in the GTA thus far...
14) The most repulsive Oreo Shaved Ice can be found at Square One's very own Crepe de licious. Essentially the epitome of depression in dessert form, this tiny, overpriced bowl failed to earn the title of "bingsoo" entirely. Melted lumps of sweetened milk ice, cream-containing Oreos, and excessive sweetness contributed to a tragic catastrophe.
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15) Ding Tea
As a bubble tea fiend based in the west side of the GTA, newcomers to the scene are never overlooked. That said, I wasn't necessarily inclined to pay this name an immediate visit. The Dundas and Hurontario intersection is quite nasty; moreover, I hadn't been made aware of the availability of a private parking lot.
For a change of pace, I arranged one of my catch-up sessions at the independent tea shop. Like many reviewers had noted, the menu was extremely varied, though utterly confusing at the same time. The girls behind the cashier were of no help either, for their English skills were feeble to the point where basic levels of communication could not be attained.
Consequently, we just pointed to the most popular pick of Hokkaido Milk Tea and the seasonal special of Thai Milk Tea.
As a bubble tea fiend based in the west side of the GTA, newcomers to the scene are never overlooked. That said, I wasn't necessarily inclined to pay this name an immediate visit. The Dundas and Hurontario intersection is quite nasty; moreover, I hadn't been made aware of the availability of a private parking lot.
For a change of pace, I arranged one of my catch-up sessions at the independent tea shop. Like many reviewers had noted, the menu was extremely varied, though utterly confusing at the same time. The girls behind the cashier were of no help either, for their English skills were feeble to the point where basic levels of communication could not be attained.
Consequently, we just pointed to the most popular pick of Hokkaido Milk Tea and the seasonal special of Thai Milk Tea.
The Thai Milk Tea was far from authentic and, honestly, very disappointing. On the bright side, toppings were plenty and instructions for ice/sugar levels had been executed accurately. Small snacks are also available here, along with a password-secured Wi-Fi network, making it a popular hangout spot for secondary students in the vicinity.
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In less than an hour, midnight will be upon us, signalling the arrival of a new year.
2018 has treated me well. Wishes for the upcoming three-hundred-sixty-five days include: securing a relevant full-time occupation and continued health and safety for all.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
2018 has treated me well. Wishes for the upcoming three-hundred-sixty-five days include: securing a relevant full-time occupation and continued health and safety for all.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
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