50 Random Facts about Clarice

1. I hate all kind of nuts. I also do not like tomatoes - with exception of tomato base in pizzas or pastas
2. I can write, speak and understand 4.5 languages - English, Chinese, Cantonese, Korean. The half goes to Hokkien - I can understand Hokkien, but I can't speak it well at all. I learned French for two years more than 10 years ago, but I have forgotten 90% of it due to lack of opportunities to practice. It is so bad it cannot even make up for half of the languages I can speak. If Singlish counts as a language by itself, then I would speak 5.5 languages!
3. My ultimate dream is to travel the world. However, I do not have the finances to do so (yet).
4. I absolutely cannot stand insects. I get sensitive when I know a mosquito is near me and I will start scratching even though I haven't been bitten. I also scream the house down when I see a cockroach, fly or spider.
5. I am half Taiwanese, and half Malaysian. However, I was born and bred in Singapore, so I am a SINGAPOREAN. However, it has been 11 years since I moved to Melbourne, Australia, so I may very well be an "Aussie" by now. 
6. I love going to the gym, and I love Body Attack classes. I go to gym at least four times a week.
7. Living by myself now, and I am loving it! I love my space, my freedom, and having my own rules.
8. Animal lover - love BOTH cats and dogs equally too. I do not believe that you can only be a dog lover, or cat lover. You CAN BE BOTH!
9. I snooze for at least half an hour before I reluctantly get up every single day. I hate my alarm so much I want to haul it at my wall, but refrained because my alarm is also my mobile phone. 
10. I am an incredibly messy person, but I am not dirty - I dust and wipe all the time but I do not organise things as much as I should. 
11. Cooking is one of my LEAST favourite pastime. I try to avoid cooking as much as I can. I only do proper cooking once a week because I have to pack lunch. That is still considered TOO MUCH for me!
12. Kate Spade, Marc Jacobs and Michael Kors are probably the three designer brands I like. I have Kate Spade bag and watch, as well as Marc Jacobs perfume, but I want to eventually buy and own a Michael Kors handbag.
13. I do talk to my soft toys, and I am not shy to admit it. I have at least ten of them whom I bade goodnight, most of which also accompanies me to sleep every night.
14. I will never confess to anyone I like. I believe that girls should never make the first move. I know, I am conservative. 
15. I love stationery. The amount of post-its, stickers, coloured pens, notebooks and notepads I own can last me a lifetime. 
16. I do laundry twice a week - usually on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
17. I cannot start my day without a cup of COFFEE (or two)! My Nespresso machine is my baby.
18. I play the piano, guitar, recorder, and some ukelele. I want to learn the drums one day.
19. I write better than I speak. I sound stupid when I talk.  People lose interest in my talk after a while. I prefer to email than to talk on the phone (unless I need answers right away then I have no choice but to call).
20. I prefer Instagram to Facebook. I do not like Twitter; I think it is pointless. I have an account but I never used it.
21. When I was young, I wanted to be an actress/Radio DJ. Obviously it didn't happen for me.
22. I hate Mando-pop - they are boring and too sappy. I love English rock and hip-hop best. I also like K-pop, and classical and world music.
23. I have a weak spot for accessories.  I own countless earrings, bracelets and necklaces.
24. I became a house owner in August 2014. If nothing goes wrong I can move into my new place August/September 2015.
25. My favourite colours are the bright colours: yellow, orange and lime green. I also like most shades of blue. I HATE PINK! It's too girly and it looks silly.
26. I use a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 now. On that note, I prefer Android to iOS. And yes, I also like BIG phones. 
27. People think I am ridiculous because I do not eat most meats because they are "too cute" - e.g. lamb, rabbit, kangaroo. For the record, I ONLY eat chicken, beef and pork, and I am trying to reduce my beef intake gradually. Seafood EXCLUDED.
28. Before I started working at my current company, I was a Marketing Assistant and freelance journalist for a free newspaper in Melbourne. It was only a short stint, but fulfilled part of my dream to become a journalist. 
29. I have kept my hair short for the past 8 years or so. I do not intend to keep it long for now because I am too lazy to style my hair every morning.
30. I prefer winter to summer. I never wear jeans even in cooler summer days. Shorts and T-shirts are what I wear often during the warmer days. I have never worn a padded jacket in the winters here in Melbourne. I barely even need a scarf, or a pair of boots. I embrace the cold and hardly feel cold.
31. I absolutely LOVE sashimi with lots of wasabi. I can have them any time, any day, anywhere.
32. I can have Asian food any time. My favourite Asian cuisine has to be Korean and Japanese. And of course, Singaporean food too.
33. My weakness is CHOCOLATE. My stress level usually goes down after a bite of chocolate. But I tend to overeat, and then I will complain about weight gain. 
34. I have a disability that only I know about. And I am not willing to disclose that to just anyone. Probably only one person knows about this, and that is my mother. 
35. I appear to be really talkative, but I actually hate talking. I appear to be very sociable, but actually dislike social events. Unfortunately I am perceived as someone with a big social circle and an interesting social life, but in actual fact, I am the exact opposite.
36. I work in a company that wears casual every day at work. And I really really really  LOVE THIS! I absolutely detest "office wear". All companies should be actively promote "dress-down everyday".
37. My farts are really so stinky, I think it is possible for anyone to pass out if they inhale too much of it. 
38. I drink a lot of alcohol, and I love to drink. I hope my liver is ok.
39. I am an only child. I have wanted siblings when I was young, but started to appreciate being alone when I entered my teenage years. Why say no to not having to share your space, possession and your parents' attention?
40. I moved seven times in the 11 years I have been here. I hope the 8TH time would be my FINAL TIME when I move into my own house this year. IN the past we have moved four times in Singapore (Bedok Reservoir, Tampines st. something I cannot remember, Tampines St. 11, and then our current house in Simei)
41. My eyesight is so bad, I cannot see anything after I take out my contact lenses. I never wear glasses when I go out because I look like a dork, and long hours with them give me a headache.My eyesight is still bad even with corrective eyewear. I usually do guesswork at eye tests at the optometrists.
42. I am a Buddhist, though I am more of an Atheist instead. I go to the temple twice a year only. 
43. My favourite fruits are: Mango, Grapes, Peaches and Bananas!
44. I had air time with Monash Radio when I was a student, and I did a song dedication program. 
45. I am an amateur food critic. I explore cafes and restaurants and try to update my food blog with my reviews. However, my busy schedule has held me back with my updates (excuses!)
46. The kimchi fried rice I make has earned some good reputation. I do not cook anything else well. Only managed to nail Kimchi fried rice. 
47. I am quite terrified of big, black crows.
48. I do not like wearing heels. I walk very quick and heels just inconvenience me by A LOT.
49. I have bad dental health since my accident almost 10 years ago, and am still trying to fix this. But alas, dental ops are soooooo costly!!!
50. I do not warm up to people during our first meeting. Some people may find me cold, or unfriendly as a result. But if you know me better, you will find me the exact opposite.

 I am expanding seven to 50. Saw this Facebook postings made by friends and I was thinking to myself: I DO NOT WISH to be nominated by anyone, because I do not want to do this on Facebook. However, I do not mind doing this on my personal space, i.e. my blog, therefore I am bringing it here and extending that to 50. Enjoy these random of the randoms facts about me. How many do you know? Read and grade yourself :P