Book Review: Love Lies Bleeding by Barbara Haworth-Attard

Photo Courtesy of http://www.barbhaworthattard.com/about-2 Author “Barbara Haworth-Attard is a native of Elmira, Ontario, presently residing in London, Ontario with her family. June 1995 saw the publication of her first junior novel, Dark of the Moon. Since then she has written sixteen novels in the historical fiction, fantasy, contemporary and mystery genres for middle-grade and young adult readers.… Continue reading Book Review: Love Lies Bleeding by Barbara Haworth-Attard

Visiting Lamma Island With My Babies

In 2011, our family travelled back to Hong Kong to see family. It was the first time to travel for such a long time with a baby and preschooler. Many thought I was out of my mind! I travelled quite a few times on short trips, so I was prepared. One of the most famous… Continue reading Visiting Lamma Island With My Babies

Back On Twitter!!

It has been a few weeks already and my old Twitter account is still suspended without any explanation or reason. Still can’t believe that after almost a decade, it is done. On a positive note, this gives me the chance to rebuild my new twitter account with the Chocoviv name. My old account has 6600… Continue reading Back On Twitter!!

Reblog Feature: No More Foam For The New Year

“Another year has begun! A brand new start for the world! One of the best things that occurred in our community is the banning of foam take out containers right on New Year’s Day! What a wonderful 2020 it will be…. “The ban applies to all white and coloured polystyrene foam cups and take-out containers… Continue reading Reblog Feature: No More Foam For The New Year

My New Year’s Resolutions

Courtesy of Know Your Meme Do you have any new year’s resolutions? It’s nice to have some goals in mind, but honestly, I just regard them as ideal targets and try not to stress too much on them….. Chocoviv’s “Ideal” New Year’s Resolutions Weight: Try as I might, I always had issues with my weight… Continue reading My New Year’s Resolutions

The Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Variety Show

What a fun way to end the year! This variety show was so much fun! The instant the host appeared on the stage, I recognized him as street performer that I watched at Granville Island during the summer time. His name is Daniel Zindler, the artistic director of Circus 3. “Traditionally, circuses would just come… Continue reading The Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Variety Show

Netflix Review: V Wars

Halloween was a long time ago…. but this didn’t stop me from being interested in the supernatural storylines. So, naturally, I became intrigued at the title, V Wars. Image Courtesy of Netflix Summary The story began with a research scientist and his best friend being exposed to an unknown pathogen. Even though both fell ill,… Continue reading Netflix Review: V Wars

Bearded Dragon Update: 6 Months Old

Maypo, the bearded dragon is turning six months old soon. He has been growing steadily…. Here are some fun facts about him: He has shedded his skin three times without any problems. I really love the red colour that he is developing. His parents are even brighter in colours. He loves red bell peppers. He… Continue reading Bearded Dragon Update: 6 Months Old

Foodie Review: Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

Have you gone to Hokkaido for ramen? I would love to someday, but for now, let’s just try some ramen! It was a very cold winter day, so ramen was the perfect choice to keep our tummies warm. 🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜🍜 Clothes From The Ainu Museum Collection I noticed two beautiful robes hung on the wall as… Continue reading Foodie Review: Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

Perfect Sisters

This appliqué is sewed on the side of my gift from my baby sister. We are adults now, but I still see her as my baby sister as we are over a decade apart in age. Ever since I could remember, I wanted a sibling. I was so desperate for a little person to follow… Continue reading Perfect Sisters