il Giardino Romantico

到了墾丁，找到民宿之後就迫不及待地跑出去兜風。結果我都忘了從早上到現在我都沒有吃東西！不過等真的該吃東西的時候，又餓過頭了，根本不知道該選什麼來吃。墾丁大街上吃得又那麼多，真的不知道該如何選起。最後還是衝著這間有異國啤酒而選擇了在這裡進食。
After putting my stuff down at the lodge, I couldn't wait to go exploring around Kenting. I was so excited I had forgotten that the only thing I ate that day was a tiny breakfast the hosts at Hualien prepared for me. When it came around to dinner time, I was starving! So famished that I didn't know what to eat! There were so many choices on the main street of Kenting! Too many choices! In the end, I chose a place that served exotic beer! 
店內布置得很特別。當時還不知道食物怎麼樣就是了。
The restaurant had an interesting interior. At that point, I didn't know what to expect of the food.
我當時是抱持著這樣的心情：反正食物不好吃的話，我至少還有啤酒可以喝。
But I thought: at least I had beer! So no matter how the food turned out, I'd still enjoy myself.
種類說多不多，但也不算少了！
Abundant choices of beer. Not too many, not too few.
這些啤酒實在難選！常常到最後都只能依照包裝樣式選～ 噗！
But exotic beer is so hard to choose! I often end up choosing from the design of the bottle!
倫敦熊不讓我喝～哭哭！
There's London Paddy getting in my way... 
食物來了！我點了蛤蠣麵。味道其實還不錯！麵的軟硬度比較偏國外口感，不像台灣口味煮到軟綿綿的。
不過好不好吃是一回事。前頭說過了，因為餓過頭，所以本來吃剩四分之一時，我已經覺得很難在嚥下去下一口了。此時老闆娘見狀，便過來關心我怎麼沒吃完。是不是吃不慣？還是口味不合？甚至不好吃？我急忙解釋：很好吃！只是餓過頭了，反而覺得有點吃不下去了。
沒想到老闆娘聽到這樣，馬上去幫我到了杯水，並且說：那你慢慢吃，別急。剩幾口了，把它吃完吧。
老闆娘都這麼說了，我怎麼好意思再剩下來丟廚餘呢？
And here's my food. I had speghetti with clams. The pasta was very western - Taiwanese like it soggy. 
The food was more than fine! But that wasn't the issue. I was over-starved, so when I made it to the fourth quarter of the pasta, I couldn't continue any longer. Or so I thought. Then, the lady owner came around, and became concerned. She asked me what the matter was - was I not used to the slightly solid pasta, or was there something wrong with the food. I told her my condition, and the next thing I knew, she was off to get me a glass of water. As she placed the water on the table, she said soothingly: you've only got a few more bites left. Take it slow. It'd be a pity to leave it unfinished.
Well, how could I not try and finish the plate after that! 
最後還是把這盤啃乾淨了。
So, eventually, I finished it!
等餐點的時候，見到老闆娘的女兒（小混血兒）便跟他聊了起來。很可愛的小女生，一點都不怕生。說了一口流利的中文，卻似乎不太會英文。（孩子的母語終究還是跟著媽媽）
During the wait for my pasta, I met the daughter of the lady owner. She was a cute little girl, being a half caucasian, she spoke perfect Mandarin, and very little English. (I guess I now know the origin of the phrase 'mother tongue'!)
檢視較大的地圖 

這是一個女孩與海的故事。
This is a story about a girl and the sea.
海邊，對女孩來說有種強烈的魔力吸引著她。無際的大海，代表著無拘無束、自由自在。對女孩來說，大海就是她渴望著的生活。
The sea was irresistably charming to the girl. Its infinity represented the unrestrained and carefree life style the girl dreamed of living.
但女孩心中有個秘密，或許此生只有她自己懂。
But deep inside the girl's heart, was a secret that perhaps only she would understand.
她既仰慕著這海洋，在心中卻又存在著極強烈的恐懼。
Her admiration toward the vast ocean coexisted with an extremity of fear towards it.
彷彿像被詛咒似的，每當到了海邊，也只能乖乖在岸上觀賞。不能戲水遊玩。
It was as though she was cursed. All she could do, was stay on the beach and watch the waves approach, but never touch the water.
或許女孩不應該迷信。或許一切都只是巧合。但女孩心中深怕萬一。萬一是真的！那可怎麼辦？
Call it superstition. Call it coincidence. No matter what, nothing can rid the fear within the girl.
 
兩起事件接連在女孩獨自前往海邊後發生。多年後女孩被告知，若非與家人同行，到海邊，可千萬不能下水。這一句話將兩起事件連結了起來。不願迷信的人說是巧合。或許是吧！但若非親身經歷，又還有誰能夠明白，這種寧可信其有，不可信其無的感受呢？
Two incidents occurred after the girl went to the beach on her own. Years aftewards, she was told not to play in the water if she went to the beach on her own. This was what linked the two incidents together. Perhaps it's just superstition to most of us. Maybe. But the girl would rather believe in it, than take the risk. 

熱炒店其實是天仙很喜歡帶外賓去用餐的餐廳種類。因為雷不多，大部分都好吃。熱鬧，而且台灣文化一踏入就一覽無遺。這天帶了兩個小朋友（其實只是小我幾歲，不是真的未成年啦！）來"了解"一下咱們台灣文化。其實醉翁之意根本不在酒，說穿了當然是為了酒促而來。所以他們根本不在意食物好不好吃。酒促正就好。只是，天仙口袋名單裡能帶去的地方都去到爛掉了，我還差點為了這次想破了頭。還好突然想到有一次請友人推薦，記得了「紅翻天」這間店名。想想，天仙也沒來過，就帶他們來這吧！
I love taking guests to restaurants like this. Most of them serve decent food. It's actually difficult to find one that doesn't. Although it tends to get a bit crowded and noisy, but it is the best place to get a glimpse of what Taiwanese are like. I brought two young guests here this time. Of course, they weren't just in for good food. The main purpose was to see another unique aspect of Taiwan culture - beer girls (girls who sell beer at restaurants like these). They didn't really care if the food was any good, really. I faced a problem, though. I was running out of places to take them. Then, I remembered that someone once recommended this place to me. As I remembered the name, I googled it, and decided it was time to give it a try.
生猛海鮮熱炒店的這種擺設尤其會吸引外賓的目光。
Sometimes these places would have seafood and veggies out for display, which catches the attention of travelers. 
當然還有身材姣好，臉蛋可愛的酒促小姐。同行的小朋友外賓直呼他應該只有十六歲！唉！西方人總是不太會看東方人的歲數啊！
Of course, other than fresh food, there is also the hot beer girl we came for. My friend thought she looked like a minor, but having seen half the world, I know that westerners and Asians can never accurately tell each other's age.
不過當然不只能光看。畢竟來這裡還是要吃飯的。雖然生意好，不過我們很幸運剛好還有空位給我們坐。
These places are always busy. But fortunately there were a couple of empty tables, and we didn't have to wait.
生魚片。Sashimi.
雖沒什麼特色，但我就是愛吃，所以必點。
Nothing special about this, but being my favourite, I had to indulge myself.
糖醋排骨。Sweet and sour pork.
炒海瓜子。Fried clams
鳳梨蝦球。Pineapple shrimpballs.
宮保雞丁。Kungpao Chicken
炒空心菜。Fried veggies.
因為這兩個小朋友，一個是第一次來台，另一個是第二次。因此點下去的菜都是比較大眾，連外國人都有聽過的糖醋排骨跟宮保雞丁。而這兩個小朋友食量都不算大，又因非東方人所以也跟我一樣不吃飯也覺得無所謂。就是單純的吃菜，喝發酵麥茶。
My friend had not been to Taiwan too often (for one of them it's their first time). Therefore, I chose dishes that were more generally known and/or accepted by westerners. An interesting observation is that while most Taiwanese would start looking for rice as the dishes are served, that night, none of us went looking for rice. 
原本是應該喝道地的台灣味，不過這個牌子的酒促也不常見，既然是賣這牌的，哪有理由不給她賣面子呢？（因為這樣之後才更容易幫兩位小朋友要合照呀！）
In terms of the beer, well, since this was what the beer girl was there to sell, we obviously had to drink what she sold (so it would be easier to ask her to take a picture with the boys after the meal). 
 
食物好吃，酒促好看之外，整間店最吸引我目光的就是這個海牌啤酒的周邊了！哪裡買的到啊！！
The food was good, and the boys were happy with the picture they took with the beer girl. But this caught my attention as we were leaving! A cute little Deity of Wealth, with a pint of lager in front of him. I wonder where they got this! 
檢視較大的地圖 

*The following article is in Chinese (Traditional) only.
*本篇文章內文僅有中文（繁體）。
大家好！都過了個年了，倫敦熊才出來與大家碰面。希望大家的年假都過得充實又愉快！今天倫敦熊帶來的是超級無敵開箱文！怎麼這麼說呢？因為呀，大家也知道，自從去年天仙帶了朋友的單眼出去玩，就一直想著要是自己有一台，那該有多好呢！肖想了那麼久，如今真的實現囉！驗證了一切的等待都是值得的呀！
本來想要賣關子，讓大家猜猜到底要開什麼箱。但抬頭都寫著了，哪還有什麼關子可賣呀。天仙做了許久的功課，最後決定的這家通路是天仙覺得最適合也最物超所值的組合。有點算是懶人包吧！
放假前的工作日一早就收到（害天仙當天根本無心上班啊！）一打開箱子看見這滿滿的物品，真的是又開心又興奮！
這應該算是最基本的贈品吧！清潔組＋記憶卡。
這區就比較特別囉！來瞧瞧！有
1. 快門線
2. 遙控器
3. UV濾鏡
4. 原廠電池
5. 遮光罩（圖片中的其實是錯誤的規格，不過廠商已經幫我做更換了！）
還有個減壓背帶！很特別的設計，晚點再介紹。
最（貴）重要的箱子來啦！
資料卡，填好要寄回去給廠商蓋章。
原廠配件。背帶暫時還用不到（先用減壓的）
650D機身＋18-135 STM鏡頭。
送的相機包，不算太實用，但加減可以用就好（畢竟是贈品嘛！）
減壓背帶特別的設計就是這個！可以放鏡頭蓋的小口袋。（後來發現倫敦熊也可以掛在這上面，超實用！）
 
就像這樣～～
可惜的是這個小口袋實在太小，不然還可以塞顆備用電池！
 
組裝完成！
雖然舊相機近拍的功能實在很強，但很多意境還是必須要靠單眼。
 
例如：在屋頂上看到的景色雖然任何相機都可以拍。
 

時間回到去年的三月。沒想到讓我一個lag，連短短五天的行程也可以讓我拖稿拖到將近一年了！倫敦熊與我去年的生日旅遊，第二站就是（說出來你可能不相信）我從來沒去過的墾丁。人生充滿了冒險。連遙遠的英國的走遍遍了，台灣卻還有好多地方我沒去。一直很期待來墾丁。無論是本地人或是外國人，從來沒聽過有人對墾丁失望的。這一系列的墾丁遊記就讓我從住宿開始介紹吧！
Let's go back in time - to March 2011. I can hardly believe it myself, that it's been almost a year now since this trip took place. This was the second stop of our birthday trip last year - Kenting. Many of you may not believe this, but prior to this, I had not been to Kenting, ever.  I had looked forward to this trip a lot. All I've heard about it, whether from Taiwan friends or friends from other countries, were good things. So let me start this series with the logding.
大阪六民宿是我從網路上搜尋算是對單身旅者比較友善的民宿。價錢非常合理。雖然這個房間可以容納兩人沒問題，但一個人也還算是負擔的起。這間位於南灣，樓下就有兩間機車出租可做比價選擇。步行到南灣的小七也只要幾分鐘。下了客運後也不用走很遠。重點當然是... 他這一大片可以看到美麗海景的窗戶囉！
I found this place on the Internet. It was recommended as one of the few places that was single-traveler-friendly. Although it can easily fit two people, it's still affordable for single travelers. It's located at Nanwan. There are two scooter rentals right next to the place. You can compare the prices of the two rentals and take your pick. The closest convenience store is also just a few steps away. After you get off the coach, it only takes a few minutes to walk to. But the most attractive point about this place, is the huge window that gives you a spectacular sight of the ocean!
我好喜歡這個設計！不過墾丁實在是太有趣了，否則其實在窗邊看看書也是很不錯的！
I love this design! It's a pity that there's so much to do in Kenting! Or else, it's not a bad idea either, to just sit here and read all afternoon.
倫敦熊也很喜歡這裡。
London paddy is getting comfy.
看到這個床，還真的讓我百感交集。其實我很不習慣睡有蚊帳的床（感覺好壓迫）。但另一方面又覺得好新鮮喔！有點像公主的床（但我是女王啊！）
I had mixed feelings about the bed. I wasn't  used to sleeping in beds like this, but on the other hand, I also thought it was something new to try.
衛浴設備其實蠻簡陋的。本來看到有點囧，不過後來想想，大部分的客人來這裡玩水，一定多少都沾滿了沙子。這樣簡單的設計，被弄到整個地板都是沙子的話，客人比較部會歹勢，老闆也比較不會心疼吧！
The bathroom seemed a bit simple. I was a bit disappointed. But then, I thought, who would want a luxurious bathroom in a place like this? People come here to go to the beach. When they return, even after a rinse, there'd still be a lot of sand. No one would want to get sand all over a posh bathroom, would they?
結束了半天的冒險之後，我就來準備休息了。
After a short exploration, I was ready to call it a night. 
早安，墾丁！
Good morning, Kenting! 
當老闆娘拿出麵包時，我原本以為就只有這樣。其實也不錯了！但後來又端出這盤。我一看：竟然有煙燻鮭魚！！！所以我也不管平時不吃豬牛羊的習慣，讓我的胃好好放個假，享受一下老闆娘的愛心早餐，全部吃下肚，準備第二天的墾丁冒險囉！
When I was presented with the bread, I thought that was it, in terms of 'breakfast included'. But then this second plate appeared! And I was astonished to see there was SMOKED SALMON!! So I put aside my dietary idisosincracy of refusing to eat pork, beef, or lamb, and finished the enitre plate of wonderful food! After that, I was off to my second day's adventure in Kenting! 
民宿官網：http://daban6.kenting-minsu.tw/
ps. 天仙住的是「山景二人房」但是看的到海（所以物超所值～）

 
It has been more than six years since I first started yoga. I have experienced a lot of physical and mental changes since then. While there are still many aspects with vast spaces for improvement, I know I have progressed. Yoga has always been more than just an exercise for me. It's a life style and a philosophy of life, but I have never really made a serious commitment to it. That's why I decided to do a 30-day challenge. What is the 30-day challenge? Well, you set your own span of time, for instance 15 mins, 30 mins, or 1 hour..., and practice yoga every day for at least that set amount of time for 30 consecutive days. The trick to making it possible, is to go a bit beyond your limit, within reason. At first I thought 15 mins was all I was up for. Then, I realised that it was not enough to 'feel' anything. I didn't want to feel too pressured, either, so I extended the time to 30 mins each day. Of course, having classes twice a week helped make it easier, since during those days, I didn't have to wake up half an hour earlier for yoga. These are the bits and pieces of thoughts, reflections, revelations, whatever you'd like to call them, I shared on Facebook as I progressed along the 30 days. I am not trying to show off how determined I am, or promulgate to the world how much I love yoga. It's just that being an ordinary person, we all need a bit of pressure, but not too much, to push ourselves in order to progress. Under the witness of friends, I am more determined to see its completion, than if I were to do it all on my own - because you know at least a few friends are waiting for that progress report!
距離第一次練瑜珈已經超過六年了。這段期間我感受到了瑜珈帶給我身心上的改變。雖然我仍然有很多需要再更加進步的地方，但至少我知道我進步了。瑜珈對我來說不只是運動。他是一種生活習慣，也是一種生活哲學。但至今我卻一直沒有很認真的奉獻什麼。所以我才會想到來讓自己完成一個月的瑜珈挑戰。這挑戰是什麼？其實很簡單。自己訂下一個時間，然後連續三十天每天都要練至少這段時間。無論是十五分鐘、三十分鐘、或一個小時都行。訣竅在於要設立一個高於自己極限的一點點，才能稱得上是挑戰。但又不能太過誇張。因此一開始我設立十五分鐘。但實際練下來我發現十五分鐘根本連暖身都不夠。基於我還是不想讓自己有太多的壓力之下，因此我把時間延長到三十分鐘。當然，一周兩次的上課也讓我可以比較輕鬆地完成這個挑戰。上課的這幾天我就不用提早半小時起床練瑜珈。以下是我這三十天來的感想。原本是全部貼在FB上與親友分享，現在把它整理出來，為了留給自己一個紀錄。這不是在展現我自己有多愛瑜珈，只是我也是一般人。是人都愛面子。所以我給了我自己這樣的面子壓力，因為我知道有幾個朋友會每天等待我發出當天的感想。這也成了我完成挑戰的動力。

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前年，第一次嘗試著將自己拍出來的照片製作成明信片。因為自認成果還不錯，所以還有開放販售。雖然購買的幾乎都是身邊的親朋好友而已，每售出一份既是對天仙的肯定。那年的明信片（看舊文：親愛的我把倫敦熊變成明信片了）分兩種主題：英國和台灣。台灣景色的我把它寄送給國外的友人，讓它們認識台灣。倫敦熊遊英國主要是給喜歡倫敦熊的朋友們收藏。還有幾張隱藏版的，是專門製作出來寄送給當年在英國曾經收留過天仙的好心人。去年因為沒有特別拍到一些好看的照片，也因為一些私人因素就整個錯過了製作明信片的時機。今年由於恰好在Facebook上看到廠商的offer所以決定換家廠商做看看。加上去花蓮與墾丁時友人熱心贊助的單眼相機覺得應該還有幾張是可以製作成明信片的吧！才會有這一批貨的出現。
The first time I made customized postcards was in 2010. I was quite happy with the result, so also allowed friends to purchase their own sets to keep. Although only some friends bought the postcards, each and every set sold was a big encouragement to me. That year, the main theme included scenes in the UK and around Taiwan. The ones of Taiwan were made to send to friend abroad. The ones with London Paddy in the UK were made for people who think he's cute. I also made a unique set for the lovely couple that took me in while I was there in the UK. Last year, I missed the timing for making these cards. I think I may have intentionally missed it, as I didn't have any nice photos with which I could make them. This year, I saw an offer on Facebook, so I took it, and decided to try it out with another company. In addition, this year, I had the opportunity of playing around with the 50D of a friend of mine's. I thought the result would turn out even better! 
倫敦熊與點點印成品包裝。手機APP pudding camera拍攝。
London Paddy and postcards by Tintint before opening the package. Photo by mobile, pudding camera App.
由於這間廠商的價格與之前印製的價格稍微有點落差，因此這次就沒有很大方地印一堆。該寄出的印一印，然後再多印一份自己留著作紀念。但為什麼底下還有那麼大的包裝？難道是超大版明信片？
其實不是啦！是在製作的過程當中看到桌曆這個項目。好奇心殺死一隻貓的就跑去試做了一份。編輯完成後發現：天啊！太可愛了吧！我不想刪耶！所以就把它順便也印出來了！（好個順便！桌曆比較貴捏！）
The publisher I'm working with this time charges a bit more than the last one, so I didn't have too much spare budget to print out more copies than I need. I only printed enough to send out, and added an extra set for myself to keep. But what's with the massive box? Don't tell me they're giant postcards! 
Of course not! They are calendars! I tried the function on their online editing interface, and really liked what I saw! So I decided to also make some calendars this time! 
收到以後整個開心！ 因為天仙一次定做了三份（一份給老媽，另一份要給老姊），所以其實當初很怕品質會不理想。但單做一本事後再補又很不划算。只好賭下去！還好！桌曆的品質還不錯！底座很扎實。而且放在辦公桌上，看了就開心！
When I got the calendar, I was really glad I decided to make it! I made three altogether; one for me, and one each for my sis and me ma. Initially I was quite scared that the quality might not be as good as it seemed. But it was not a very good deal to just make one, then make two others after. I'm glad I took my chances. It turned out great! Looks perfect on my office desk!
接下來是明信片。這次沒有整套都用倫敦熊。當然不是因為品質的問題。而是因為張數有限，有些明信片希望寄給長輩的，好像不太適合用這麼可愛的。所以就採用了一些只有風景的照片。上次製作的明信片沒有留白框，而且又是光面的，所以正面看起來就像是一張洗出來的照片。這次天仙決定邊邊留白。加上這次點點印的材質感覺就比較有專業明信片的feel。更不用說這次採用的是更高解析度的50D作品（好不要臉，還作品哩！）所以是更加的精緻了！
And now, postcards. I didn't make them all London Paddy postcards. This was not because the photos sucked. But rather because there were some seniors on my mailing list, and I thought they would enjoy scenery cards a lot more. Last time, the postcards looked like photos, because I chose not to leave any white margins. This time, I decided to make a white boarder around it. With its different paper material, and better quality photos, I think these definitely look better than my previous ones! 
每次寫明信片都會寫到很「搞威」，所以最後決定以卡片方式寄送。所以後面全部都留白！讓我可以把想說的盡情地說！
I tend to write too much on these, that explains the plain design on the back.
桌曆寄送來的時候是長這樣的！一打開就是倫敦熊在對我微笑。你說我怎麼能不滿意？
This is what it looked like when I opened the calendar. How can you not smile back when London Paddy is smiling right at you like that?
我覺得點點印真的連包裝的部分都做得很用心。
I think Tintint did a great job, even with the packaging.
其實每個月的部分，還可以客製化到把自己覺得重要的日子都寫上去。原本要送給家人的有想過要把家人生日都寫上去，感覺會更客製！但是後來發現這樣排版就變得很奇怪。我承認我也不想再多花時間去研究要怎麼改會比較恰當，所以就接受了這個極簡的設計。
In terms of the pages, you can actually customize it so it has all of your own special days on it. Originally, I thought it would be better to get all my family members' birthdays on it. But it looked a bit funny when I tried putting one on. Then I decided 'less is more'!
最後一頁還有地方可以做小筆記。不過天仙可是捨不得寫啊！
There's an empty lined page on the back, but I don't think I want to write anything on it!
如果想看看整份月曆的圖片，就翻到封面底頁吧！
You can see all 12 photos used in the calendar at once on the front cover page.
怎麼樣呢？是不是也想做一套專屬自己的明信片了呢？
Don't you feel like making your set of postcards, now?
天仙的Facebook粉絲團
點點印的Facebook粉絲團

為什麼倫敦熊會坐在一堆紅酒杯中央呢？今天是要來慶祝什麼呢？
其實天仙的家庭一直都很習慣靠著越洋電話過個大節慶。無論是過年，中秋，生日，或是老爸老媽的結婚周年，很少有機會是剛好全家都團圓的。總是會少個一兩個人。所以呢，對於天仙家來說，團圓日就是節慶啦。不過恰巧這次團圓又有個名正言順的理由可以吃大餐～～
Why is London Paddy sitting in the midst of wine glasses? What are we celebrating?
Since a long time ago, our family had been used to celebrating big days through oversea phone calls. Some one would always be missing on these big days. So instead of celebrating big days, we would celebrate our get together family days instead. On this family day, we had an excuse for having a big meal!
今天就是要來慶祝錢爸跟錢媽的結婚周年啦！雖然晚了，但是因為當時男主角缺席，所以當男主角歸國時，咱們就擇日來慶祝。
Today, our excuse for this big meal was a late celebration of Mum and Dad's wedding anniverary. It was a late celebration because our groom was missing on the day. So once he got back, we picked a day as our family big meal day.
全家都愛吃的日本料理雖然不是我們的首選（本來首選是另一家粉貴的牛排！！），但是大家都吃得很滿足。雖然手卷被我拍得有點失焦，但沒關係！因為那才不是重點！
Japanese food was not our first choice (our first choice was a very expensive steakhouse). However, everyone was fully satisfied with the meal, so it didn't matter! Although the picture of the temaki is a bit out of focus, it's okay! Because that's not the main point!
將～將！！這艘船才是重頭戲！！
Voilà! This massive ship full of sashimi was the main reason why we came!
其實這是我們第二次來這間。第一次來特地詢問了一下這艘船。店家認為我們才五個人，點這個的話份量太多，我們會吃不完。若是要依照人數分配份量，又會顯得太寒酸。部過我們這次可是很堅持！就是特地要來解決這艘船的！
This was actually our second visit to this restaurant. During that first visit, we enquired about the sashimi ship. The waitress thought that the ship would be a bit too much for us, and if they arranged the serving according to how many people we have, the ship would look a bit empty. This time, we didn't care! The ship was what we came for!
實在是很大艘的船！而且我覺得店家太小看我們家對付生魚片的實力了！
It was indeed a very massive ship! I think the restaurant underestimated our ability in finishing the shipful of sashimi!
一般要吃到這種船呢，都是一大桌的人，而且又都是外人。所以雖然很壯觀，宴客很有面子，但因為都是外人，也可能都是長輩，所以不太好意思想夾什麼就夾什麼。份量也不可能一次夾太多。但因為這次只有家人，又只有五個人。大家都很了解誰會喜歡吃什麼（什麼是可以全部吃光，什麼是要留下來給其他人享用的）。在這艘船來回轉了好幾遍之後，我們都很訝異：竟然還沒吃完！我只能說，吃得真的很滿足！
Normally, this kind of sashimi ship would only be seen when people need to entertain a large group of people. Well, because it makes the host 'look good' (generous). Because there would be outsiders, and many might also be elders, it would not be nice to take whatever you want and however many you want. This time, because there were just us, we all knew what we liked and disliked. So we knew what could be finished, and what should be left for others to taste. After a few rotations, we were amazed at how there were still sashimi left on the ship! It was more than satisfying, I must say!
這個也很特別，據說是現磨的。所以不嗆，但是非常的香。
This was also very special. Because it was freshly grounded, it doesn't give you that uncomfortable feeling like other wasabi. In fact, it was very aromatic. 
季節限定：大閘蟹！（注意英文翻譯，大閘蟹不叫big floodgate crab好嘛！！）
Season special: daisy crab! 
長輩們有膽固醇的顧慮，所以點了三隻五個人分。其實已經綽綽有餘了！
The parents had cholestrole concerns, so we only ordered three to share. It was already more than enough!
洗手用～ 這不是湯，不要給他喝下去嘿！
This is to rinse your hands and rid the crab smell. Don't drink it, it's not soup!
點了五隻炸蝦子。店家很貼心地分成了五份。其實我個人認為這道的功用根本就是他旁邊的沙拉。
We also ordered five tempura shrimps. They put the shrimps on five different plates for us. I thought the best thing about this was the veggies that came with it!
對於茶碗蒸控來說，這一餐真是個難以做抉擇的一餐。不過後來想想，蒸蛋我自己會做，但土瓶蒸我卻不會。所以就決定捨棄茶碗蒸囉！
It was a tough call between chawanmushi(steamed egg) and dobinmushi (teapot soup). But then I thought, I know how to make steamed egg! But dobinmushi (especially good ones) are hard to find. Thus, I made my choice.
料多實在！
It was filled with goodies inside!
但湯本身還是清澈的！
The soup was still clear with all the goodies in it!
家人點的大蒜蜆。對於不是挺愛大蒜的我，即使有滿滿的蜆，還是pass吧！
Garlic clams. I don't like garlics that much, so I passed on it... 
原本我們點的是山蘇，不過都已經快吃完了他們才跑來說山蘇沒有了。就改點娃娃菜。我覺得這菜要趁熱吃的好。因為我吃的時候已經涼了，口感就有稍微遜掉了！
This was not the veggie we wanted to order. They came and told us they were out of the ones we wanted, so this was the alternative. I think it's best to have it while still hot. Because I waited too long, and it got cold, so it kind of tasted funny...
最後，他們又突然送上這一盤！咦？這不就剛才說沒有的山蘇嗎？店家解釋說原來是廚師沒看到。但因為是店方的疏失，所以這一盤當然是不用錢！
But then, hey! This was the veggie we had wanted to order! I thought they were out! They explained that the chef didn't see it at the time. Since it was their fault, this plate was complimentary.
甜點是鳳梨酥。如果吃佈下的話，就帶回家吧！
Pineapple cakes as dessert. Take it home if you can't fit anymore food into your tummy. 
有甜點，當然也有水果。
There was fruit as well! 
總結就是呢，是個很滿足的一餐。希望錢爸錢媽兩位有滿意。當然更重要的重點是... 希望你們有慶祝不完的結婚周年啦！！
It was altogether a very satisfying meal. I hope the parents were pleased with it. But more importantly I hope they have interminable anniversaries in the years to come!! 
檢視較大的地圖 

這是開箱文，同時也是試用文。很開心又有廠商願意找天仙試用。不知道各位有沒有發現，基於前些日子公事私事皆繁忙，因此部落格就被我冷落了。等我稍微有空了，卻又不知道該如何再次動手寫文（沒動力）。就在我自己懷疑是不是也到了我要來放棄寫部落格的時候，兩件事情發生了：1.我的文章被選中上專欄 2. 廠商找我來試用產品。不過上了專欄之後，貼了一篇文又讓這裡再度成了蜘蛛的家（長蜘蛛網）。直到這一兩個禮拜才又有勁兒寫文（因為一定要貼試用文交差啊哈哈）
這次適用的產品挺特別的。啊不過就是個檯燈！？但我相信看完文章後，沒寫格的會動心，有寫格的會懊惱：怎麼廠商找的不是我～
This is an article about a try-out of a product. I must say this came at a perfect timing! A few months back, I was so preoccupied with business and personal matters, I rarely posted any articles! Then I got more free time, but I found it really difficult to start writing again! Just when I was about to consider giving up blogging... two things happened: 1. Pixnet chose my article to be shown in the front page. 2. I got asked to try-out this new product. After the former, I posted no more than one article! Lame! But this time, I think I have finally picked up my pace! 
This product is quite special! I know it's a 'lamp', but I also know that after seeing this, you'll either want to get one, or wish they had picked you to write this try-out article!
產品外殼
Outer package.
廠商送來時的樣貌（為什麼連這個也要貼？等等你就知道啦）
What it looked like when the package arrived. Why bother including this? You'll see....
 
連小虎都好奇了！
Even Xiaohu got curious! 
包成這個樣子運送，還挺用心的。外殼都還完美如初。
Careful package protects the product box. It's still good as new when you open it!
沒有人不知道他吧！
Everyone knows who he is!
護眼設計
Designed to protect your eyes!
告訴你這盞燈的特色！
Tells you the features of this lamp.
開箱開始組裝～
Let's put the pieces together!
還沒拆封就看起來好酷炫喔！
Looks great even before unpacking!
我還蠻喜歡這樣的設計耶！
I rather like the design!
不只是插入而已，還要鎖緊才會牢固！
Designed to secure the lamp to the stand!
插座
Plug
也可以裝置在桌子旁，較不佔空間。
Another way to set up the lamp to save space on your desk!
觸控式開關 - 短時間觸控可控制亮度，長時間觸控則是開關～
Touch-control - quick touch for strength, long touch for on/off.
以下是用相機嘗試拍攝我舊檯燈以及這盞新檯燈的差異。在白平衡沒有調整的情況下，應該算是比較準確的比較吧！？
And now, let's try and see the difference between my old lamp and this new lamp. I know it may not be accurate using a camera to compare (better to see it with your own eyes), but I guess I play it fair by not adjusting the white balance!
舊檯燈～ Old lamp 
新檯燈～ New lamp!
有沒有差那麼多啊！難怪我其實不太喜歡用那個檯燈看書... 
What a difference! No wonder I have been reading so much less than before!
舊檯燈 Old lamp
New lamp 新檯燈～
雖然角度沒有一致（好不專業）但還是看的出來明顯的差異啊！
Although the angles are slightly different, you can still tell the drastic difference! 
一般這種有底座的檯燈最怕的就是占空間。但這樣的設計，其實有跟沒有是差不多的。因為還是可以放東西。但這種雙臂式的檯燈，要擔心的還有另一點：會不會很快就斷掉了呢？當然啦！這我無法現在告訴你（畢竟才剛拿到，也不可能那麼扯的三兩天就斷）。還是只能讓時間來告訴我們。不過感覺上是還蠻牢固的。我是對它還蠻有信心的。
The thing about lamps is that the stands always take up a lot of space. But this design allows you to stack things on it, so it doesn't feel like space has been taken away! Also, another thing to worry about is the arm... these kind of designs make people wonder how long the lamp will last before the arm breaks. Obviously I can't tell you now. I just got it! We'll have to put it through the test of time. But it sure feels tough! I'm confident it'll last! 
同場加映：
And lastly, but not least:
有人比我拿到這個試用產品還要興奮！我組裝完後發現外殼已經被拿去當抓板了！
Someone else is more excited than me about this product! During the short time I spent setting up the light, Xiaohu had already claimed the box as his new toy!
設計對白：唉唷～新紙箱唷！我愛你～～
Xiaohu: Oh, my new toy, I love you!!
這就是為什麼前面要把外包裝拿出來照的原因囉！
This is why I had to show the picture of the outer protection package!

前一陣子開始流行這種蝦子吃到飽的餐廳。其實我們原本是要去另一間，但因名片搞丟了！只好上Google找間類似的。研究過後發現這間似乎還不錯。原因...繼續看下去就知道囉！
All-you-can-eat shrimp restaurants became popular some time ago. We were supposed to visit another one of these places, but since we had lost the business card, we had no choice but to Google another. We picked this place after some research, because... well, you'll see.
未成年請勿飲酒．飲酒勿開車
Drink Responsibly