(26) Streak

Late night doodles

I have been away, possibly in the best twilight zone for the longest time. Honestly, it felt like I was suspended in the cloudy cushions of the freshest air, rolling in the glittery dust of sun rays that were piercing through the gentle sky. I feel at home right where I am.

It has definitely been awhile, I have been lost in my track of thoughts trying to figure out many other things, and also, finding the right motivation to write again. Thought I would update this space to kick things off for October. I've been drawing too, well for the fun of it and to vent any form of negativity (positivity as well) on newspaper like canvases hahah.

Speaking of which, I am about to be done with school, forever (!!!) It scares me to be swimming out in the ocean filled with saltwater alligators... But it's just about time - I've been dreaming of this moment for the longest time ever and wondering if I'll ever make it. Life beckons, doesn't it? I've done some research and hopefully will be able to bring you more than I usually do. I can't wait to blog about some of the wonderful stuff I've found when school is officially over.

In any case, I made it to the 12 Apostles and boy was it a breathtaking sight. Forgive my touristy self, I just had to stick my head in this one hahah. It was a groggy drive but worth it nonetheless.

Anyway, if you haven't been following, do check Pocketto out on Facebook clicking through here. Plenty of updates going on there almost daily with lovely pictures and brands to check out (:

Stick around for more, I'll be back, soon enough!

(25) Midway

It's crazy how time flies. I can't believe it - it's been a good six months here in Melbourne.

Time is always a factor or an unstoppable circumstance in many instances. It has a way of creeping back as a reminder - that you don't have much of it left.

All of these pretty, random shots were taken right in the city. Isn't it breath taking? I feel so blessed that I'm able to be in the thick of all this beauty every single day. It's a wonderful, wonderful sight I don't want to part with.

Living abroad is always a great experience - you get to be in touch with everything, from the sights, to the sounds, the diverse mix of food, the culture and most importantly the people. You'll feel like you're drowning at first, but if you're lucky you'll feel like you're slowly immersing yourself in the water, trying to absorb whatever you can then slowly, you'll realize how fun it is when you get to swim and stay afloat. Travel really broadens the mind as they always say, and it's so annoyingly true because this one experience is going to change you, forever.

I don't really know how or why I'm feeling this bout of uncertainty but I certainly feel a bittersweet awkwardness. It's like I want to do everything about it, yet nothing because I just want to take in whatever I can of this place and time. Everything is in its right place, yet I feel like I'm here in the most mashed up period in my life. It's all happening so quickly, I can barely stop to understand exactly what it all is. It's like trying to comprehend something, and then something else comes along and I have to think about what's next. But it feels kind of great too, at least my mind's functioning, no?

It's been awhile since I've shared something but I definitely will be back with more along the way, in more spread out intervals due to responsibilities. But I would love to hear from you, regardless if you're from anywhere in the world, just about anything - from your travel experiences, to your love for the culture or whatsoever.

This world definitely has a lot more to share.

(24) Surface to air

From top: Random shot of my feet while out travelling to the Daft Punk show at Weewaa,
awesome dance floor at the Daft Punk party, my lovely friend, Xuan and I at Frankston Beach.

It's been almost a month since I've written anything here or fill it with the posts I usually do so forgive me if you were looking for something else. Same usual reason as it always is, school's a real chore at some point but I guess it's worthwhile when your work is so much more appreciated. Melbourne has been opening a lot of doors for me, a brand new train of thought, a new zest for life, a new drive, a new goal, a new high - it's nailed almost everything I had in mind.

You know, the thing is when you make it to the places you never dared to dream of, it's a wonderful, wonderful feeling. It's like surfacing to air when you've been trapped underwater for as long as you can imagine. It's that oddity, all that fear and eagerness curled up in a ball within you, for you to get something out of your system. You're about to cave in or could have possibly drowned. You're waiting for the time, for something to take over and here comes that breath of fresh air to save you from it all. Nothing beats it. You're alive again. But it doesn't just stop there - which is the real beauty of it.

Just like swimming, you head back down into the water, only to find more; more things to excite you and add value to your life. Then you surface for more air to realize what a feeling that was, taking mental notes to improve on the next time your head goes back in and surfaces for another breath again, ultimately swimming towards your end point. It's definitely a tiring process; but extremely rewarding.

As they always say - it's the journey that matters and I think it does.

I never felt so much love for one place, so much to work doubly hard to stay. I've never wanted anything more in my life. But I know the day I always feared will ultimately come; that I'll have to head home and miss this place and what it has given to me.

But that's just life throwing lemons at you isn't it? I just hope I'll be back with better news though.

Welcome: Superdry

Featured: Superdry Vintage Entry Tee for Mens'

Hello Superdry! Pocketto now welcomes another brand new affiliate on board!

If you were thinking that Superdry's a Japanese label, it actually isn't. Superdry's origins dated way back in 1985, starting off as 'Cult Clothing' in 1985 by founder, Julian Dunkerton. The business expanded and established a few other stores in UK itself.

Superdry was only born when Julian paid a visit to Tokyo in 2003, heavily inspired by the Japanese culture and make. The brand fuses Japanese graphics, vintage Americana with the values of British tailoring and aims to bring forward unique, urban clothing with eye for the detail.

I've always liked their simple, clean cut designs and I am happy to have roped them in (also very in line with my Japanese obsession). Here are some picks from the list for ladies but I'd like to think of these as unisex picks. So here goes!

From left to right (in clockwise direction): Stadium Wool Navy Jacket, Washbasket Vintage Check Longsleeve Shirt in Barndoor Blue, Seaside Padstow Barrel in Natural and Dark Navy, Standard Blue Super Skinny Jean Rinse available via Superdry

From left: California Small Kit Bag in Multi Colour, Classic Tarpaulin Laptop Bag in Army Cargo available at Superdry

Take your pick at the Superdry Spring release here!

I'm sure you'll find something essential you might love be it for the warm or cold. I'm just freezing and burning from the erratic weather right here in Melbourne.

More to come, definitely. Been to a few wonderful places and finally went surfing (!!!) I know it's not that big a deal but it exists under my bucket list so lucky me it is. Thanks for sticking around if you do and more from Superdry if you love them too (;

Have a good day and stay tuned for more!