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Last year, Sir Michael Gambon (Professor Dumbledore) passed away when I was happily exploring and unleashing my inner Potterhead at the Warner Bros. Studios in London. This year, on the same day, Dame Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall) has also passed. A very memorable day indeed, I will always remember their efforts in making the Harry Potter series so much better than it was already. They will be missed and RIP.

Dame Maggie Smith Has Passed Away at 89

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Dame Maggie Smith Has Passed Away at 89

We are deeply saddened to report that Dame Maggie Smith, beloved actress known to Harry Potter fans for portraying Professor McGonagall, has passed away at the age of 89.

Her two sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin have released a statement saying“It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith.”

She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September. An intensely private person, she was with friends and family at the end. She leaves two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother.  We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and unstinting kindness during her final days. We thank you for all your kind messages and support and ask that you respect our privacy at this time.

Our deepest sympathies are with Smith’s family, friends, and loved ones at this difficult time.

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March ended so fast that I barely had time to organise my thoughts and thanks to the people who care so much about me. The highlight of the year and kudos to the roommate for being so creative this year.

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Throwback on my Korean interpreting job last week. My job was to interpret for the students from Mokpo University South Korea during their company visits and while touring around Kuala Lumpur. We visited FIND recruitment agency, Royal Chulan Hotel, DHL, Help University, Berjaya Corp, and Batik Air. On top of that, we also went to the Museum of Islamic Art, Pasar Seni, Dataran Merdeka, and Batu Caves, where it's my first time visiting some of these places.

I guess I stayed home too long and my immune system got lazy as I had a bad sore throat during the first night and it turned into a cold the next day but I was still ok to carry on with the job, haven't been this sick for a long time, it was worse than the time I got Covid. Anyway, it was an unforgettable experience and I've got a sweet feedback, one of the students told me that she aspired to be just like me in the future, being able to speak both Korean and English (she's an English literature major).

Hoping to expand my profile further into the translation and interpretation field as I do feel that I am no longer fit to be a copywriter anymore.

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Throwback after a month. My birthday present.

This little thing just walked into my life from being a WhatsApp sticker to a table lamp.

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A very late post about the Van Gogh art exhibition I visited last Christmas. It brings back memories when I was studying art back in university. Just putting this up so that I could remember. I think I might be posting more memories on Tumblr instead.

The room was actually a 3D art!

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What Kind of Hogwarts Student Would You Be?

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What Kind of Hogwarts Student Would You Be?

There are various types of students studying at Hogwarts. While some are popular, others are happy hanging out alone. Some are scholars, and others live in a world beyond books. Take this old-fashioned quiz to find out what type of student you would be at Hogwarts – make a note of all your answers and add them to get your results.

1. Which of these magical creatures is your favorite?

A: Hippogriff

B: Thestral

C: Snake

D: Dragon

E: Unicorn

2. Where would you rather go?

A: The Forbidden Forest

B: Restricted Section of the library

C: Room of Requirement

D: Astronomy Tower

E: Hogsmeade

3. Which career suits you best?

A: Auror

B: Ministry of Magic official

C: Hogwarts professor

D: Healer

E: Wizarding naturalist

4. What is your favorite subject at Hogwarts?

A: Defense Against the Dark Arts

B: Divination

C: Ancient Runes

D: Potions

E: Herbology

5. How many friends do you have?

A: Two to three

B: Around five

C: Many. I love making friends!

D: I don’t have friends – I just know many people

E: Just one

6. What would you do at night in Hogwarts?

A: Explore the castle

B: Sleep…?

C: Have fun with friends in my dorm

D: Cause trouble

E: Visit places I shouldn’t be visiting

7. Which color do you like most?

A: Red

B: Green

C: Yellow

D: Blue

E: Purple

8. Which item would you like to possess?

A: Marauder’s Map

B: Time-Turner

C: Elder Wand

D: Invisibility Cloak

E: Resurrection Stone

If you answered mostly As:

  You are the popular one. At Hogwarts, you will always feel like everyone has their eyes on you wherever you go, so stay composed. Choose your friends wisely, and keep your enemies at bay.

If you answered mostly Bs:

  You are the studious one. What’s your favorite subject? You can’t choose one – because you love all of them. Your friends will always count on you, and you will inspire others to work hard.

If you answered mostly Cs:

  You are the sweet kid. You love everyone, and everyone loves you. You will always be there for your friends, and they know you will be there to back them up whenever they need you. You may not be brilliant at all subjects, but there will be a few that you excel at.

If you answered mostly Ds:

  You are the lone wolf. You like hanging out alone because no one can be trusted. You are mysterious and quiet, catching the attention of everyone at school. You are always aware of everything going on around you, and you know you can tackle any challenge that will come to you.

If you answered mostly Es:

  You are the dreamy child. Is your head always in the clouds? Are you always imagining things? You’re curious, which is good. There might be a fair few who will call you names, but you should always remember that you’re unique and wonderful.

We hope you enjoyed this quiz. Let us know what kind of student you would be at Hogwarts in the comments.

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Technology makes possible

Things and dreams that were impossible are now made possible by technology. Some hurdles are no longer a hinder to certain dreams like how there were in the past...

I once wrote a blog post about the pros and cons of technology <-- click if you are interested. This time I would like to express some thoughts on how technology helps people realise dreams that were once impossible.

Like if anyone dreams of being a driver. 20-30 years ago, it was impossible to be one if you had not memorised the whole map or run the roads as though you were running in your backyard. Now, it is possible; you will need to know how to drive courteously, grasp how roads work, and have a good GPS! And voila, you can slither on the roads and bring anyone anywhere.

Or anyone who has hopes of being a designer but couldn't draw. It was pretty impossible in the past, but now, if you could put pieces together and make them look nice, using software like Photoshop could have made someone's dream come true, and an amazing designer (who couldn't draw, but you will never know) is born!

There are many other examples, but it's kinda late now, so I shall just stop here and keep the other stuff for another day.

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I realised, at this point of time, this question is not only directed to your physical health but to you mental health as well. Some may look as healthy as a horse physically but mentally they are brittle and will break into pieces anytime when the right trigger hits. Sometimes, I would wonder... Why is mental health such an important thing now?? How come almost everybody has health issues mentally?? But this was never mentioned years ago.. Are we generally weaker? Does this mean our parents are mentally stronger to go through the hurdles in life while we would just hurl and curl at a corner at the smallest failure or unsuccessful-ness? Are we mentally weaker? Or, it's just how the society changes? I admit.. My mental health is terrible.. due to the situations I need to face during the day that kinda break my IQ, EQ and all the Qs.. I tried distracting myself from the problems by practicing #lettering #bulletjournal and fulfill my #stationeryaddict ness So, look.. I know it still looks terrible if you compare it with the #bujo gurus out there but just my little record of my progress.. I think I'd improved tho.. just the "h" looks kinda weird.. Anyway, take some time out to think if you are mentally ok.. and it's ok to be not ok.. Considering therapy but me #notimenomoney That's all for my long winded post.. Toodles.. https://www.instagram.com/p/CElJt78gNtb/?igshid=e8khxg9hrqt4

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My very first Washi swatch!! Being the #stationeryaddict that I am, #washi is also a must-collect item.. You will be able to imagine how many washi parcels that I have been receiving lately... And there are still a few more on the way and loads stocked up in my shopping cart waiting to be checked out.. I am using the Muji notebook. I just realised the papers are smoother than normal papers and it's great for washi and sticker swatches because you can peel them off lightly without tearing if you made a mistake. However, after sticking and peeling a gazillion times, there are still not straight!!!! #washitape #stationeryjunkie #washitapeaddict #stationeryfreak #stationeryhoarder #stationerylove #washitapelove #washitapeswatch https://www.instagram.com/p/CEYCPc4g07S/?igshid=14kns0rgy71ie

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One of my favourite quotes in Harry Potter. Well, who am I kidding? I love all quotes from Harry Potter.. hahahaha Still practicing with writing in different kind of fonts in my #bujo journey. I know it is not great but I only share when I feel that I have improved. Just a small record and a pat on the shoulder... Stationery used: Outline - The TOPIK pen (Haha, it is indeed a very good pen, this is the old version given when I took the exam in 2012, there was only one tip. The current TOPIK pens have 2 tips) to outline and write the whole quote Colour in - Stabillo Cappi Marker Pen to colour in the block letters White "in-line" - Sakura Gelly Roll white gel pen 10, very pigmented so only a few lines is needed for the top letters and only one line for the letters below and it's a pretty white line.. #stationeryjunkie #bujonewbie https://www.instagram.com/p/CD3cPyCg-8Y/?igshid=d37o4ilr5wc2

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Stayed up late to assemble this junior... It was something that i have always look forward assembling since it arrived.. But, it's different from my previous organisers, this one has screws and a screwdriver, the previous ones were held steady by rubber bands, i am so screwed... Luckily... It turned out pretty well.. might just repurchase if i run out of space.. toodles https://www.instagram.com/p/CDwUrIkAq2c/?igshid=tqvfu68rxejr

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One of the reason I stuck on to my job is the opportunity to attend trainings that I would never have the chance to attend as a normal person.. Had the chance to attend a "creating creatives" webinar by Facebook today and learned a lot within the short 30-minutes session. Not so much on writing but in creating a creative ad which will be beneficial in the future.. *winks Better things are coming... Plans are approaching the execution stage.. So excited.. https://www.instagram.com/p/CDiO-oQgHPQ/?igshid=p7hdbtr7izhb

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#kokuyome @kokuyostationerymalaysia Trying to win a giveaway here.. Hehe.. I still really like the red/pink one.. Reposting this because stationery makes me happy and it's basically what I need right now amidst the insanity and negativity surrounding me every weekday during working hours and more often after working hours and weekends.. #emostuff https://www.instagram.com/p/CDILbBGA4Sb/?igshid=joum7b2d1chk

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Stationery Collection 8 Pentel Fude Touch Brush Pen - Basic Colours As a super newbie in #bujo and #brushlettering I really recommend this #brushpen because it's easy to control and it has a lot of vibrant colours to play with... My first pen was the Yellow Ochre which I find is a very unique colour, yellow with some vintage-y feel to it. After using it and finding it smooth and easy to control despite my lettering is still terrible, I quickly ordered black, grey and brown. Some earthy tones for a more down to earth style of journaling. Then, I realise I need more colours.. If I can't make it pretty with my writing I could at least fill it with colours.. So, I bought the basic RGB (red, green, blue) and yellow.. I am still practicing and hopefully my writing will look nicer when I show my 2nd batch of pastel fude touch.. #stationeryfreak #stationeryjunkie #stationeryhoarder #stationerylove #stationerylove #stationeryaddict #pentel #pentelfudetouch #fudetouchbrushpen https://www.instagram.com/p/CCK3OpWAQRn/?igshid=b5zu40nis1ml

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As I stepped into the 2nd year of doing this, I thought this was my chance. I have made so many changes from an empty lot to a space of knowledge but who knew that the second year would start with an unwarned halt from an uncontrollable pandemic. All was paused for 3 months and maybe more. All I wish was for everything to go back to how it used to be and my plans could carry on the way it should be but like the phrase is Chinese say 人算不如天算 (men proposes, god disposes). It was definitely rough, And I suddenly realised that I can actually stay up further into the night than I thought I could.. I guess I took things for granted and never thought far enough so this is a sign saying that things will never come easy.. I really hope that it could last further than signed and bring me the fulfillment and satisfaction I have been feeling all along to a larger extent.. Maybe it's a good thing to be thrown with challenges.. So that I could grow here instead of feeling stuck elsewhere.. https://www.instagram.com/p/CB_LxYigeVv/?igshid=370m42mqai87

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Life of a Slashie... When work itself is not fulfilling enough, you find something else that could fulfil. It's all about increasing one's value to be exposed to various opportunities outside your cubicle. Time to create some content.. https://www.instagram.com/p/CB3C7rZAsQv/?igshid=tpcgn9705aso

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Stationery Collection 7 Tombow Dual Brush Pen @tombowmy These are highly raved in the journaling community. It seems that everyone will have a Tombow with them. It comes with so many colours that it's torture to choose for a hoarder like me... But, I managed to pick out a few colours to add to my collection. I still can't do lettering or calligraphy nicely but having a few standing in my pen storage rack fulfill the #stationeryaddict in me.. Just in case you didn't swipe to see the swatches. From left jet blue, lemon lime, cool grey, mauve, jade green, warm grey. I actually bought black too but it was out of stock.. oh well.. #tombowdualbrushpens #stationerylove #stationeryhoarder #stationeryfreak #stationeryjunkie #tombow #brushpen https://www.instagram.com/p/CBiJXmZAqpT/?igshid=1p0pkzokj3tvt