I’m a frustrated pianist. Growing up in a typical overachieving Asian family, music is only one of the things I was expected to learn. Everybody in the family knows how to play at least one instrument. It’s a requirement. And so when I was little, I was taught how to play the piano by my…
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Hemingway Home
“Don’t you ever get the feeling that all your life is going by and you’re not taking advantage of it? Do you realize you’ve lived nearly half the time you have to live already?” Ernest Hemingway, The Sun Also Rises For many years I have read Hemingway novels and autobiographies, watched documentaries and movies about…
Picasso Museum Málaga
The main reason why I wanted to go to Málaga was Pablo Picasso. I’ve been fascinated not only by his art but by his interesting life. The time I spent in Picasso’s hometown was truly unforgettable. I was curious to know more about the city that raised one of the greatest painters of all time….
Through the Lens: Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque of Abu Dhabi is truly a world wonder. It is one of the most amazing things I’ve seen in my life, and I’ve seen a lot. My UAE trip solidified me as a real traveler and for that I am thankful. Here are some of the photos I took of the…