Friday, April 25, 2008
Something is always happening at Leicester Square
I think I've mentioned before that Leicester square is a very happening place. Lots of theatres, chinatown is just on the other side, lots of half-priced tickets for shows, and the Odeon Theatre seem to be a regular premiere venue for movies.
Our office is around the corner (and by office I mean the Internet Cafe). So we've been here pretty much everyday. We'd take turns using the computer and the other person would take a walk outside or as far as 3-4 blocks down to Picadilly and Regent Street where the bigger shops are. Just today I realised that walking to the right of the internet cafe is the National Art Gallery. So I might spend some time there in the coming days until I start work on Monday.
The other day we were just walking pass the L Square looking for food (not that there are no available food. on the contrary there are too many to choose from - at least for me) and we saw a cordon off area for the world premiere of "What Happens in Vegas". Later that night Ashton Kucher came to visit. No we didn't stay stargazing...
Today I walked out to the square again looking for a the post office. And guess what I saw...
Yes I think it is a launch of the Iron Man movie! Big trucks putting up signs and setting up stages.
In the corner of my eye I saw something else...It was a kind of carnival ride...
Our office is around the corner (and by office I mean the Internet Cafe). So we've been here pretty much everyday. We'd take turns using the computer and the other person would take a walk outside or as far as 3-4 blocks down to Picadilly and Regent Street where the bigger shops are. Just today I realised that walking to the right of the internet cafe is the National Art Gallery. So I might spend some time there in the coming days until I start work on Monday.
The other day we were just walking pass the L Square looking for food (not that there are no available food. on the contrary there are too many to choose from - at least for me) and we saw a cordon off area for the world premiere of "What Happens in Vegas". Later that night Ashton Kucher came to visit. No we didn't stay stargazing...
Today I walked out to the square again looking for a the post office. And guess what I saw...
Yes I think it is a launch of the Iron Man movie! Big trucks putting up signs and setting up stages.In the corner of my eye I saw something else...It was a kind of carnival ride...
And since it is ....
I went on. Not bad. The ride is a preview of the movie where Ironman was testing his suit for the first time.
After the ride, I got this poster....
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Tube and train etiquette and other bits and bobs
Have I mentioned that Londoners are terrible with their manners? General observations include: bad service, bad manners, no respect for others (most of the time) - some people might call this cut throat?...but I think it is not as bad as NY (at least what I've seen on TV) when people just ram into you.
Anyway, as in most heavily populated cities, there are rules when you are in the train stations. I think there are rules in NY, Singapore and other places. Here in London, you have to stick to the right hand side of the escalator so the people who are in a hurry can walk up or down the escalator on the left side. As soon as you get off the escalator, there is a rule to keep left which hardly anyone follows. Sort of confusing too.
In the train, there are signs suggesting that you offer your seat to people who are less capable to stand like the elderly or pregnant people. But isn't this everyday manners our parents have taught us? That seems to be the nature of London though. I used to watch where I'm going until one day I realised that I was giving way to practically everyone. Last week I've started to behave like a Londoner and just kept on walking straight and let other people clear the path for me. Of course my nature kicks in every 5 minutes or so and I end up giving way again.
In restaurants or coffee shops, they all behave like they don't wanna be there. Well of course this is true for some of them but if you work in a restaurant, you are expected to provide service with a smile. Not here. they even roll their eyes or sigh heavily. If Woofman were here, he would have tried to get that person fired already...
The other week, I went to a department store called Debenhams. Bought a pillow. This indian looking guy served me and asked a question. I didnt quite understand as it was a mixture of indian accent with british tones plus whatever else is in there. He asked the second time and was referring to a loyalty card - asked if I have one. I said no. He offered to apply me for one to get discounts in the future. As I was in a hurry, I told him no. Then he tried again (maybe he gets some sort of commission?) I said no, I don't want to worry about it now. I'll do it later. He then let out this strong sigh and with an annoyed face he ask me for payment. If this was farmers in Auckland, I think I would have gotten this guy in trouble with the managers but here it is normal.
*sigh* :)
Anyway, as in most heavily populated cities, there are rules when you are in the train stations. I think there are rules in NY, Singapore and other places. Here in London, you have to stick to the right hand side of the escalator so the people who are in a hurry can walk up or down the escalator on the left side. As soon as you get off the escalator, there is a rule to keep left which hardly anyone follows. Sort of confusing too.
In the train, there are signs suggesting that you offer your seat to people who are less capable to stand like the elderly or pregnant people. But isn't this everyday manners our parents have taught us? That seems to be the nature of London though. I used to watch where I'm going until one day I realised that I was giving way to practically everyone. Last week I've started to behave like a Londoner and just kept on walking straight and let other people clear the path for me. Of course my nature kicks in every 5 minutes or so and I end up giving way again.
In restaurants or coffee shops, they all behave like they don't wanna be there. Well of course this is true for some of them but if you work in a restaurant, you are expected to provide service with a smile. Not here. they even roll their eyes or sigh heavily. If Woofman were here, he would have tried to get that person fired already...
The other week, I went to a department store called Debenhams. Bought a pillow. This indian looking guy served me and asked a question. I didnt quite understand as it was a mixture of indian accent with british tones plus whatever else is in there. He asked the second time and was referring to a loyalty card - asked if I have one. I said no. He offered to apply me for one to get discounts in the future. As I was in a hurry, I told him no. Then he tried again (maybe he gets some sort of commission?) I said no, I don't want to worry about it now. I'll do it later. He then let out this strong sigh and with an annoyed face he ask me for payment. If this was farmers in Auckland, I think I would have gotten this guy in trouble with the managers but here it is normal.
*sigh* :)
Sunday, April 20, 2008
The London Tube
This is why it is called the tube…
:)
This station is actually among the cleaner and smaller ones. Some of the tube stations are a lot more crowded. I think there are around 10-11 tube lines. Some lines are older and the trains are slower. Tube lines have varying depths underground. Some are probably two floors underground and takes about 20-30 steps of stairs to get out to the road. Some lines, like the northern line, are among the deepest underground. It takes one set of stairs, two long escalators, then another set of stairs to get up to street level. So naturally, they build lifts into these underground stations as well.
Where we are currently staying (Holloway Rd, Islington), the tube station just around the corner from us is “62 + 20 steps” underground. Of course there are two lifts which I’ve always caught after using the stairs twice before.
We came across this sign from another station if you dare to take it.
:)This station is actually among the cleaner and smaller ones. Some of the tube stations are a lot more crowded. I think there are around 10-11 tube lines. Some lines are older and the trains are slower. Tube lines have varying depths underground. Some are probably two floors underground and takes about 20-30 steps of stairs to get out to the road. Some lines, like the northern line, are among the deepest underground. It takes one set of stairs, two long escalators, then another set of stairs to get up to street level. So naturally, they build lifts into these underground stations as well.
Where we are currently staying (Holloway Rd, Islington), the tube station just around the corner from us is “62 + 20 steps” underground. Of course there are two lifts which I’ve always caught after using the stairs twice before.
We came across this sign from another station if you dare to take it.
And if that is not enough…
Saturday, April 19, 2008
London Bridge
After a whole week of daily trips to internet cafes, talking to agents, and job hunting, today we decided to do a bit of relaxation before we’re at it again on Monday. Actually we started yesterday afternoon where we went to one of many markets in London. Think of them like the Saturday Avondale markets or Otara markets, except they are a bit cleaner and the things for sale are from Europe…
Today I saw several stands with yummy cheese including this type of mozzarella made from buffalo milk. Really yum! Was very tempted to get some plus some Italian bread but I’m lactose intolerant so I was a bit cautious. As soon as we left the market I regretted not getting any so I’ll definitely go back to get some next time.
Today we also went to London Bridge. The history of the London Bridge is amazing. I haven’t really read about it until I visited the London Bridge Experience today. It’s history goes back to the roman times when the Roman’s first built the very first bridge. It’s been said that if it weren’t for the Romans, there probably wouldn’t be a London today. Well…maybe there will still be one but slightly different, aye!
The second London Bridge had houses on it including gates to protect the city of London. On top of these gates are wooden stakes where traitor’s heads including William Wallace’s head (have you seen Braveheart?) are displayed for everyone to see.
In the 1600’s, a new bridge was designed and it took 33 yrs to build. The designer and builder was Sir John Rennie. Actually his father started the work but died before finishing the bridge and John took over and was knighted after the bridge was completed. This bridge didn’t have the houses anymore and lasted 600 yrs.
It was in the mid-1900s when London decided to get a new bridge (since the old one was no longer stable) so a new one was designed. The old London Bridge was purchased by an American guy named McCullough for $2.5 million. His company then took apart the bridge, numbered each brick one by one, then moved and rebuilt this bridge in Arizona where it is still standing today over a river christened “Little Thames”
The new bridge was opened in 1973 by the queen.Here’s a view of the River Thames. Looks very dirty and brown like the Waikato river.
Today I saw several stands with yummy cheese including this type of mozzarella made from buffalo milk. Really yum! Was very tempted to get some plus some Italian bread but I’m lactose intolerant so I was a bit cautious. As soon as we left the market I regretted not getting any so I’ll definitely go back to get some next time.
Today we also went to London Bridge. The history of the London Bridge is amazing. I haven’t really read about it until I visited the London Bridge Experience today. It’s history goes back to the roman times when the Roman’s first built the very first bridge. It’s been said that if it weren’t for the Romans, there probably wouldn’t be a London today. Well…maybe there will still be one but slightly different, aye!
The second London Bridge had houses on it including gates to protect the city of London. On top of these gates are wooden stakes where traitor’s heads including William Wallace’s head (have you seen Braveheart?) are displayed for everyone to see.
In the 1600’s, a new bridge was designed and it took 33 yrs to build. The designer and builder was Sir John Rennie. Actually his father started the work but died before finishing the bridge and John took over and was knighted after the bridge was completed. This bridge didn’t have the houses anymore and lasted 600 yrs.
It was in the mid-1900s when London decided to get a new bridge (since the old one was no longer stable) so a new one was designed. The old London Bridge was purchased by an American guy named McCullough for $2.5 million. His company then took apart the bridge, numbered each brick one by one, then moved and rebuilt this bridge in Arizona where it is still standing today over a river christened “Little Thames”
The new bridge was opened in 1973 by the queen.Here’s a view of the River Thames. Looks very dirty and brown like the Waikato river.
And to the east is the Tower Bridge which a lot of people today mistake it as the London Bridge.
Friday, April 18, 2008
teeheee... i mean "whoops! Sorry!!!"
Stepped on a lady's big toe this morning as I was trying to move away from the entrance way on the train... I'm pretty sure that I came down on her big toe with my heel 'cos it certainly felt like it :-) man you should've seen her face, I must've woken her up or something as well 'cos if looks could kill I'd be dead :-) so after saying sorry a couple of times, I just looked the other way and stared out the window.
The train needs more handholds, true there's the occasional pole and most seats have a a handhold on the backrest behind the passengers head but I've never been a fan of those and would rather grab on to one that's hanging from the ceiling.
The word for the day? Toe!!!
The train needs more handholds, true there's the occasional pole and most seats have a a handhold on the backrest behind the passengers head but I've never been a fan of those and would rather grab on to one that's hanging from the ceiling.
The word for the day? Toe!!!
Tuesday, April 08, 2008
A bit of a break
Had a bit of a break today and tried to enjoy London attractions…not easy if you are unemployed and a workaholic. We actually started a bit later than usual. I think we would have done more if we started earlier but not living in your own flat and having to wait for others before you can carry out your daily itinerary certainly does not help.
It was nearly lunch time when we went to see our friends…
After the photos above, Sarah wasn't happy...
Morgan and I on the red carpet
Make it so...
We then went to the Natural History Museum. And like the Art Gallery, it deserves subsequent visits..
It was nearly lunch time when we went to see our friends…
After the photos above, Sarah wasn't happy...
Morgan and I on the red carpet
Make it so...
We then went to the Natural History Museum. And like the Art Gallery, it deserves subsequent visits..Sunday, April 06, 2008
Snow!
It snowed this morning! Woke up around 6.30am…around 7 when it was brighter we started seeing snow. 30 minutes later the snow fall became denser and denser. Amazing…I’ve never seen snowflakes this big. Kinda like what you see in American movies…We’re going out again today to meet some people…I hope it is not too cold.Saturday, April 05, 2008
Art
I have not appreciated art until I visited the National Gallery today. Being in front of these amazing masterpieces makes you realise how skillful these 16th century painters are. The attention to detail is amazing and surpasses any photograph. A really good painting appears 3-D and makes the painting almost “touchable”. Working with oil paint to show lighting detail is not an easy skill to master.Unfortunately we only had a brief time to look at paintings. The gallery is crowded with people and travellers from all over the world. I imagine I will need to make multiple visits to the gallery to fully appreciate all the paintings.
We did a “mini circle” tour…we went passed Downing St., saw the London eye briefly (not get on it), and saw Big Ben.
Then it started raining so we had to stop the walk otherwise we would have seen Buckingham Palace as well…
Open by hand
Spotted on a coke cap in London…at first I thought how else can you logically open a bottle cap but then if you think about it, half of London’s population go to the pub and drink everyday, and under the influence everyone can be a bit more creative.Friday, April 04, 2008
Hooray it’s Friday!?
Normally I would go “Hooray, it’s Friday!” today but since I haven’t been at work it feels like a long dragged-out holiday. We’re going to see a couple of place today and do a bit of sight-seeing along the way maybe.
It’s been 4 days and I’m feeling that we’ve overstayed our welcome in this flat already. I just don’t like asking people for favours. The feeling of owing people (friends) something is quite uncomfortable for me. I suppose part of the reason is that we weren’t given a spare key into the apartment and without a spare key, it feels like we have to rely on someone in the flat to let us in and out – kinda like a security check or a way of keeping tabs. At least with a spare key I can go out and get some supplies and contribute to the flat food and household stuff.
I really need to find a job soon so we could find a place to stay and feel and be independent.
I don’t have internet access again today so again feel isolated. Sounds bad I know but it is not quite what you think. I do need to access my emails to check for correspondence from recruitment agencies and at least browse for jobs etc. I’m going to try and find an internet café today. If you see these posted online today it means I’ve found one :).
It’s been 4 days and I’m feeling that we’ve overstayed our welcome in this flat already. I just don’t like asking people for favours. The feeling of owing people (friends) something is quite uncomfortable for me. I suppose part of the reason is that we weren’t given a spare key into the apartment and without a spare key, it feels like we have to rely on someone in the flat to let us in and out – kinda like a security check or a way of keeping tabs. At least with a spare key I can go out and get some supplies and contribute to the flat food and household stuff.
I really need to find a job soon so we could find a place to stay and feel and be independent.
I don’t have internet access again today so again feel isolated. Sounds bad I know but it is not quite what you think. I do need to access my emails to check for correspondence from recruitment agencies and at least browse for jobs etc. I’m going to try and find an internet café today. If you see these posted online today it means I’ve found one :).
Thursday, April 03, 2008
My Busiest day in London so far
I had meetings today; meetings which I had planned and set up a week ago. I had one in the morning and one in the afternoon. But one of the agencies I contacted yesterday came back with 2-3 leads and one of them wanted to see me today after 5pm. The problem is this company is in a place called Richmond (a town just outside of London – in fact it is not include in my mini map) and the last appointment I have (3pm) is in central – about 45-60 mins away.
Assuming my 3pm lasts for an hour and potential congestion in the tube, etc, then I was told that the soonest I can see the company in Richmond is probably 5.30pm and even that is very tight. So I’ve set a time for 6pm.
I did make it. In fact my 3pm finished around 3.30pm and I was able to avoid the rush in the tube. Got to Richmond just after 5pm. So I spent an hour looking around the town. It was a very nice town and it turns out to be a rich people town. There is an “old palace” there and I’m not sure who it belongs to. There were also lines of luxury cars on the streets. There were some squirrels…
At the end of today, if I felt like a small fish in the sea in NZ before….NZ is only a puddle compared to here…I’m not sure what it is…is it feeling home-sick? Is it the uncertainty of being homeless and jobless? I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed, out of place and somewhat depressed. Definitely out of my comfort zone.
Assuming my 3pm lasts for an hour and potential congestion in the tube, etc, then I was told that the soonest I can see the company in Richmond is probably 5.30pm and even that is very tight. So I’ve set a time for 6pm.
I did make it. In fact my 3pm finished around 3.30pm and I was able to avoid the rush in the tube. Got to Richmond just after 5pm. So I spent an hour looking around the town. It was a very nice town and it turns out to be a rich people town. There is an “old palace” there and I’m not sure who it belongs to. There were also lines of luxury cars on the streets. There were some squirrels…
Anyway at the end of the we went to meet another old friend – an ex-pat kiwi and had some food in Leicester Square (Chinatown). It seems to be a nice happening place. There are lots of people and the pubs are filled. We went to this pub afterwards called “Waxy O’Connors”. Nice pub! Inside was well designed with a catholic (Irish) theme. It’s been a few days and from what I can see and what’s I’ve heard so far, I’m starting to see the so-called “London-life” my colleague had warned me about. There could be nothing wrong with it but there seem to be a good proportion of people here going to work and almost everyday they go straight into a pub, have a few pints, and go home around midnight. Then waking up and leaving for work again 6-7am the following day. Although I’m not sure how effective they are in the mornings and I’m not sure how their body can handle it. I wouldn’t be surprised if this lifestyle causes them to age faster.
I’ve also been told that a lot of people live on so-called “Pub food”. Today for lunch we went to place called “Slugs and Lettuce”. It is a franchise pub and the food has been graded as “mild” pub food. It was quite good. But I’m still not sure what real pub food is really like so I’ll save that for another post.
I’ve also been told that a lot of people live on so-called “Pub food”. Today for lunch we went to place called “Slugs and Lettuce”. It is a franchise pub and the food has been graded as “mild” pub food. It was quite good. But I’m still not sure what real pub food is really like so I’ll save that for another post.
At the end of today, if I felt like a small fish in the sea in NZ before….NZ is only a puddle compared to here…I’m not sure what it is…is it feeling home-sick? Is it the uncertainty of being homeless and jobless? I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed, out of place and somewhat depressed. Definitely out of my comfort zone.
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
London: Day 2
I feel a bit better today. I think I’m on my way to full recovery. I can’t eat normal food just yet as I can’t hold in and process anything.
Managed to borrow a net connection from a friend – a fellow ex-pat Kiwi named Jamie… But I’ve using this time to check emails and contact recruitment agencies as I’m still unemployed! Of course I can’t go on the net without carrying out a couple of FB updates. I still don’t have time to blog and upload photos. I’ve actually started writing these blog entries on a doc file so I can back post at a later date.I’ve contacted a couple of agencies. One of them who I thought was a bit of a slacker turns out to be ok. Hopefully I’ll get referrals soon.
Managed to borrow a net connection from a friend – a fellow ex-pat Kiwi named Jamie… But I’ve using this time to check emails and contact recruitment agencies as I’m still unemployed! Of course I can’t go on the net without carrying out a couple of FB updates. I still don’t have time to blog and upload photos. I’ve actually started writing these blog entries on a doc file so I can back post at a later date.I’ve contacted a couple of agencies. One of them who I thought was a bit of a slacker turns out to be ok. Hopefully I’ll get referrals soon.
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Heathrow
Arrived from Singapore last night; luckily the airline’s permanent “station” is Terminal 3. Otherwise we would have been one of the victims of the Terminal 5 chaos which started last Thursday. I’m feeling very jetlagged and am suffering from bowel disorders – I’m practically a hose and my body can’t seem to absorb food and liquid. I even threw up the night before and clogged the sink in the hotel room.
I haven’t done much today…tried to have some food, got an oyster card, and went to the local supermarket.
My first impressions of London are that it seems to be a gloomy place. Everything seems to be run down. The Tube doesn’t seem to be as advanced as I thought it would be but maybe only because I’m comparing it to Singapore’s MRT.
Probably won’t do anything else today as I’m really feeling ill. Plus I do not have Internet yet…feeling isolated from the real world.
I haven’t done much today…tried to have some food, got an oyster card, and went to the local supermarket.
My first impressions of London are that it seems to be a gloomy place. Everything seems to be run down. The Tube doesn’t seem to be as advanced as I thought it would be but maybe only because I’m comparing it to Singapore’s MRT.
Probably won’t do anything else today as I’m really feeling ill. Plus I do not have Internet yet…feeling isolated from the real world.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Found at a shop at Changi Airport Terminal 3
Perhaps viability through cryogenics is not as important to some people.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Ride on the Singapore Flyer
Landed in Singapore a couple of days ago however due to jetlag, we weren’t able to go out and about until today.
On the way to the hotel from the airport, we saw the giant wheel alongside the motorway. I remembered that somebody mentioned something about this new attraction and it looked complete. So today we decided to go and have a look. I went to asked a visitor information centre and found out that it just opened this month. We went to the Singapore Flyer attraction; apparently it is bigger than the London Eye (web site), which rotates slowly allowing you to have a bird’s eye-view of the city. As I’ve never seen anything like it at close proximity, I thought it was a great structure. I took my camera out and started snapping straight away.
Costs SG$29.50; we got lucky and managed to get a whole car all to ourselves. The ride takes around 35-40 minutes.
After this we thought we deserve a nice relaxation and pampering as well so we went to the “Kenko Reflexology and Fish Spa”. You are wondering what a fish spa is? Well, at this establishment, you dip your feet into a pool filled with “Doctor Fish”. The fish nibble away dead skin cells and particles (libag?) and cleansing your skin whilst it stimulate the skin on your feet and apparently promoting blood circulation as well.
If you are wondering what it is like then imagine that your feet numb and the blood is just slowly getting into your feet. You feel this dull or faint “pins and needles” – it feels roughly like that. Of course for some who is ticklish then all you can feel is ticklishness. Worth a try at least once.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Monday, March 24, 2008
Feels weird to be unemployed
My last day at work was 20th Mar and for almost 2 weeks, I've been doing a lot of handovers. I think it was almost a wake up call for the company to see how much stuff I actually do that is taken for granted. For some stupid reason I tend to take on things that no one else want to do and now that I've left, everyone's suddenly your friend and they say "who will do this when you're gone?" I'm speechless usually as I really do not know who can do them. In my mind I think "Why don't you do it then? It is in your area..."
Anyway, I'm not sour as I've taken them on to prove something and seeing colleagues scramble like this is the ultimate proof to myself that I was contributing or, at least, am somewhat important to the company.
Thursday was the weirdest and as I've never really quit a job before, I didn't quite know what to expect. It was not exactly how I imagined it. I wasn't expecting much and in a way I'm glad I didn't because the last day was somewhat fulfilling.
I was sad of course as I've come to know a lot of people at work. I've been blessed to know people from a lot of different departments. There were at least 2 people with teary eyes and one of them was from someone I never thought would cry (for me). I would miss them...
I'm very grateful to a handful of people who organised my farewell drinks. Actually it was funny how they invited everyone else except me. I didn't actually know I had farewell drinks planned until a couple of days before and only found out what time it was on that morning. My own boss turned up quite late but I suppose he did have a meeting at the time and it looked important.
Generally it was a good last day. More stressful than I thought it would be. My sense of responsibility got in the way. I will miss a lot of people there but they've all become friends and I'm sure I will see them again in the future.
Anyway, I'm not sour as I've taken them on to prove something and seeing colleagues scramble like this is the ultimate proof to myself that I was contributing or, at least, am somewhat important to the company.
Thursday was the weirdest and as I've never really quit a job before, I didn't quite know what to expect. It was not exactly how I imagined it. I wasn't expecting much and in a way I'm glad I didn't because the last day was somewhat fulfilling.
I was sad of course as I've come to know a lot of people at work. I've been blessed to know people from a lot of different departments. There were at least 2 people with teary eyes and one of them was from someone I never thought would cry (for me). I would miss them...
I'm very grateful to a handful of people who organised my farewell drinks. Actually it was funny how they invited everyone else except me. I didn't actually know I had farewell drinks planned until a couple of days before and only found out what time it was on that morning. My own boss turned up quite late but I suppose he did have a meeting at the time and it looked important.
Generally it was a good last day. More stressful than I thought it would be. My sense of responsibility got in the way. I will miss a lot of people there but they've all become friends and I'm sure I will see them again in the future.
Sunday, March 09, 2008
Bon Voyage to Shakoo
Bon Voyage to the next Kuya moving overseas - Shakoo...
Some of us went ot the BBQ yesterday and enjoyed some nice lamb chops and seeing the fast-growing Alex. Unfortunately Alex wasn't able to demonstrate the Hulk Teeth-Grind.
We all thought Alex is looking a lot like Thea until Thea showed us Shakoo's old photo album then we realised he looks a lot like Shakoo when he was a baby.
Some of us went ot the BBQ yesterday and enjoyed some nice lamb chops and seeing the fast-growing Alex. Unfortunately Alex wasn't able to demonstrate the Hulk Teeth-Grind.
We all thought Alex is looking a lot like Thea until Thea showed us Shakoo's old photo album then we realised he looks a lot like Shakoo when he was a baby.
He are other photos we found for your enjoyment...
The poser shot.
The superhero stage
This was probably a school photo or maybe it was a portrait from a wedding...
Hello Kit-ty!!!
Even then, Shakoo was a fighter.
Someone called this the Nino Muhlach shot.
Another Superhero stage
Aww, look...a teddy
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