latest read - life of pi

I was pushed to really give this a go since it came out as a motion picture and received rave reviews including nomination as best movie in the 2013 Oscars.

I deliberately missed the movie because I really wanted to read the book first. I mean, I'll be able to catch up with the movie some other time. But the book, well, that will take more time and effort. Besides, I didn't want the movie to influence my thoughts about the story without giving the book a go first. Many times the film adaptation of books do not put the writing to justice so that's why I really wanted to read the book first.

My first experience with Yann Martel as a writer was reading the book "Beatrice and Virgil" which left me dumbfounded as to why Yann is hailed as such a great writer. That book was on disappointment and really put a dent on my perception of Yann.

So when I started reading this book, I had a preconceived idea on what to expect but me being me, I have a tendency to keep on open mind regardless.

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Well, having completed this book, I now totally understand the hype and buzz and compliments received and given to Yann. This book is nowhere compared to "Beatrice and Virgil". It is in a totally different league. The story line and the story-telling is magnificent. It makes you addicted to the book and you just cannot let go until you reach the conclusion.

I must admit the ending of the adventure is pretty abrupt but to be honest, it didn't disturb me as much I thought it would. I think sometimes even in reality, an ordeal that we face can sometimes just end as quickly as it started. So I took that philosophy.

Now, let's get to the movie...

Crumpler The Baby Pea

I saw this hanging on someone's back and thought, "Huh, I'd like that." I've been thinking of getting a new backpack for F1 this year anyways. The bag looks big in this picture but it's quite small on that person's back.

Did some research and found that it's a bag called The Baby Pea.

Called up stores here and found that they only have it in pink.

Went  to the store and saw it. It is sooo tiny actually. 

But anyway, tried it on and OMG, it's super duper cute despite the size! 

I thought maybe the straps wouldn't be big enough for me to get through but it is! 

Anything bigger than this will look like a regular backpack and I wanted something small but big enough for just my wallet, sunglasses, binoculars, maybe a pack of tissue, sunblock lotion.

HAPPY!