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ELEGANT CONCEPT： Respond, don’t react. So much

ELEGANT CONCEPT： Respond, don’t react.
So much of what has happened in our lives are due to people reacting instead of responding. That includes me. I was considering telling someone off who emailed me in response to my previous post, condescendingly and patronisingly calling me “Sweetie”, trying to draw me into conversation about things I do not wish to discuss with people I do not know personally. I decided that that was a reaction. Instead I replied matter-of-factly that I was referring to covid-19 & its drastic repercussions on economy, people’s welfare in time to come. Of course, I quite dislike ANY KIND of name calling, especially haughty ones such as the above. Oh the irony! Sometimes I think people think too much about being right and they also place so much importance on what they say without considering how it makes the other person feel. A reminder to myself - as an expressive person passionate about life, I make this mistake. In my anger for injustice, I may raise my voice talking or give unsolicited opinions, and I tend to react when my feathers are ruffled. But to remain calm, to think logically and intelligently allows for a more effective and kinder response. #foodforthought (not #titfortat)

“Reading is dreaming with your eyes open.” Exc

“Reading is dreaming with your eyes open.” Except when you read non-fiction. ⁣
⁣
Over the past few weeks, as if the self-quarantine semi-lockdown situation isn’t bad enough, the daily news reported has sent me into a slight depression. I’ve since realized it’s so easy to become negative and in a bad mood because of what I’ve “consumed” daily. So then, I’ve decided to put in extra effort to change my mind by focusing my thoughts & reading on more positive things, and it truly makes a difference. 💕

This reminds me of the bible verse. “Finally, brothers (or sisters), whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things.” Philippians 4:8

Sending positive thoughts & blessings your way!

How lovely is Audrey Hepburn’s dress! Question f

How lovely is Audrey Hepburn’s dress! Question for everyone: Do you have a hard time finding similar classic (elegant & timeless) dresses? If not, where do you buy them? ⁣
⁣
As for me, I used to buy them from Brook Brothers, Ann Taylor, CUE, Veronika Maine, Ralph Lauren. I know not all their clothes fit these classic looks, so I’m only referring to selected pieces (when I’m lucky). I read the sad news that Brook Brothers are currently facing bankruptcy. #elegance #elegantstyle #elegantdresses #audreyhepburn

Ahhh! The simple pleasures in life - things we tak

Ahhh! The simple pleasures in life - things we take for granted (and other things such as peace). What would I give to go to a cafe and have coffee and fresh croissants! #lockdownlife⁣
⁣
Good morning everyone! ☕️⁣
⁣
Repost @paris.with.me

Fear isn't something 88-year-old Mathilde gives in

Fear isn't something 88-year-old Mathilde gives in to easily. Sitting on the terrace of her local bistro in Paris, hours after it reopened this week, she sipped a fizzy drink, as the morning sunshine drew perspiration from her glass.⁣
⁣
"I've been waiting for this," she said. "To be surrounded by people, not to be alone anymore!"⁣
Mathilde had dressed for the occasion: a printed dress, perfectly styled hair. ⁣
⁣
Public life here has always demanded a little extra effort. For its cafes and restaurants that means new rules on seating, new cleaning procedures, hand sanitiser everywhere you look.
⁣
"Of course I'm scared," said her friend Annie, 10 years younger. "But, you know, at our age we don't have much time left, so at some point we have to just do it." - Article excerpt & Picture from @bbcnews
My comment: Archiving this here because both their outlook on life inspires me!

Since the semi-lockdown, my neighbours and I have

Since the semi-lockdown, my neighbours and I have been exchanging little gifts and it really does brighten up the week. They brought over homemade brownies, and I sewed masks for them and their children. We make small chats over our gates and shared corridors due to social distancing. My mother, on the other hand lives alone. I hope she has nice neighbours like us. Fortunately, she is just a couple minutes drive away and I call & text her everyday! Sometimes multiple times a day. I do wonder and worry about all the elderly folk who live alone... do you reach out to your neighbours?
Photo credit: @kanakokuno

There are so many things I want to say, I’ve bee

There are so many things I want to say, I’ve been considering using current events, the behaviour of some public figures to illustrate some concepts and give everyone food for thought. (Which I might but it is often after a long deliberation).⁣
⁣
I prefer to tread carefully... actually, no, I rather act gently and quietly, so don’t be so quick to assume my opinions and feelings. ⁣
⁣
Just wanted to post a food for thought / elegant concept for today (I’m tired of reading forceful messages on what I should or should not do).⁣
⁣
Elegant concepts: Don’t assume what someone’s opinion/beliefs based on what they post on social media. ⁣
⁣
It is rather rude to impose one’s opinions and way of doing things on others. In fact, those very actions are thinly-veiled threats and are violent and aggressive. ⁣
⁣
That’s all for now, I’m going back to “never complain, never explain.” ⁣
⁣
I think I’ll post more of these elegant concepts in the coming days... more food for thought during home afternoon tea! 🌷🕊🧁🍰🍮☕️🍽 #elegantconcepts #elegantwoman

What life was like a couple months ago seem so dis

What life was like a couple months ago seem so distant now. How I long to go back to past! And sometimes even a bit further back to when Audrey was around to show us what to do. What would Audrey do?⁣
⁣
Audrey Hepburn photographed by David Seymour for Funny Face, 1956 #elegantwoman

All my sewing/designing lately during this #selfqu

All my sewing/designing lately during this #selfquarantine has made me noticing and appreciating beautiful necklines... #elegantwoman

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ELEGANT CONCEPT： Respond, don’t react. So much

ELEGANT CONCEPT： Respond, don’t react.
So much of what has happened in our lives are due to people reacting instead of responding. That includes me. I was considering telling someone off who emailed me in response to my previous post, condescendingly and patronisingly calling me “Sweetie”, trying to draw me into conversation about things I do not wish to discuss with people I do not know personally. I decided that that was a reaction. Instead I replied matter-of-factly that I was referring to covid-19 & its drastic repercussions on economy, people’s welfare in time to come. Of course, I quite dislike ANY KIND of name calling, especially haughty ones such as the above. Oh the irony! Sometimes I think people think too much about being right and they also place so much importance on what they say without considering how it makes the other person feel. A reminder to myself - as an expressive person passionate about life, I make this mistake. In my anger for injustice, I may raise my voice talking or give unsolicited opinions, and I tend to react when my feathers are ruffled. But to remain calm, to think logically and intelligently allows for a more effective and kinder response. #foodforthought (not #titfortat)

“Reading is dreaming with your eyes open.” Exc

“Reading is dreaming with your eyes open.” Except when you read non-fiction. ⁣
⁣
Over the past few weeks, as if the self-quarantine semi-lockdown situation isn’t bad enough, the daily news reported has sent me into a slight depression. I’ve since realized it’s so easy to become negative and in a bad mood because of what I’ve “consumed” daily. So then, I’ve decided to put in extra effort to change my mind by focusing my thoughts & reading on more positive things, and it truly makes a difference. 💕

This reminds me of the bible verse. “Finally, brothers (or sisters), whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things.” Philippians 4:8

Sending positive thoughts & blessings your way!

How lovely is Audrey Hepburn’s dress! Question f

How lovely is Audrey Hepburn’s dress! Question for everyone: Do you have a hard time finding similar classic (elegant & timeless) dresses? If not, where do you buy them? ⁣
⁣
As for me, I used to buy them from Brook Brothers, Ann Taylor, CUE, Veronika Maine, Ralph Lauren. I know not all their clothes fit these classic looks, so I’m only referring to selected pieces (when I’m lucky). I read the sad news that Brook Brothers are currently facing bankruptcy. #elegance #elegantstyle #elegantdresses #audreyhepburn

Ahhh! The simple pleasures in life - things we tak

Ahhh! The simple pleasures in life - things we take for granted (and other things such as peace). What would I give to go to a cafe and have coffee and fresh croissants! #lockdownlife⁣
⁣
Good morning everyone! ☕️⁣
⁣
Repost @paris.with.me

Fear isn't something 88-year-old Mathilde gives in

Fear isn't something 88-year-old Mathilde gives in to easily. Sitting on the terrace of her local bistro in Paris, hours after it reopened this week, she sipped a fizzy drink, as the morning sunshine drew perspiration from her glass.⁣
⁣
"I've been waiting for this," she said. "To be surrounded by people, not to be alone anymore!"⁣
Mathilde had dressed for the occasion: a printed dress, perfectly styled hair. ⁣
⁣
Public life here has always demanded a little extra effort. For its cafes and restaurants that means new rules on seating, new cleaning procedures, hand sanitiser everywhere you look.
⁣
"Of course I'm scared," said her friend Annie, 10 years younger. "But, you know, at our age we don't have much time left, so at some point we have to just do it." - Article excerpt & Picture from @bbcnews
My comment: Archiving this here because both their outlook on life inspires me!

Since the semi-lockdown, my neighbours and I have

Since the semi-lockdown, my neighbours and I have been exchanging little gifts and it really does brighten up the week. They brought over homemade brownies, and I sewed masks for them and their children. We make small chats over our gates and shared corridors due to social distancing. My mother, on the other hand lives alone. I hope she has nice neighbours like us. Fortunately, she is just a couple minutes drive away and I call & text her everyday! Sometimes multiple times a day. I do wonder and worry about all the elderly folk who live alone... do you reach out to your neighbours?
Photo credit: @kanakokuno

There are so many things I want to say, I’ve bee

There are so many things I want to say, I’ve been considering using current events, the behaviour of some public figures to illustrate some concepts and give everyone food for thought. (Which I might but it is often after a long deliberation).⁣
⁣
I prefer to tread carefully... actually, no, I rather act gently and quietly, so don’t be so quick to assume my opinions and feelings. ⁣
⁣
Just wanted to post a food for thought / elegant concept for today (I’m tired of reading forceful messages on what I should or should not do).⁣
⁣
Elegant concepts: Don’t assume what someone’s opinion/beliefs based on what they post on social media. ⁣
⁣
It is rather rude to impose one’s opinions and way of doing things on others. In fact, those very actions are thinly-veiled threats and are violent and aggressive. ⁣
⁣
That’s all for now, I’m going back to “never complain, never explain.” ⁣
⁣
I think I’ll post more of these elegant concepts in the coming days... more food for thought during home afternoon tea! 🌷🕊🧁🍰🍮☕️🍽 #elegantconcepts #elegantwoman

What life was like a couple months ago seem so dis

What life was like a couple months ago seem so distant now. How I long to go back to past! And sometimes even a bit further back to when Audrey was around to show us what to do. What would Audrey do?⁣
⁣
Audrey Hepburn photographed by David Seymour for Funny Face, 1956 #elegantwoman

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