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We had a “family outing” yesterday. Dad didn’t go with us. He was tired from work.

We went to Richmond Hill right next to Super U (Grand Baie) first to get something to eat.
I let my siblings choose and in the end we bought 2 large pizzas (we got the half-half kind, hence 4 different types of pizzas) at Debonairs, 1 big burger at Steers and two cups of ice cream. 2 large pizzas= 16 slices We always divide food equally among us so we each got 4 slices of pizza. wahhhh 4 slices… I was already full by the time I finished my 2nd slice but my brother proceeded to eat his 3rd and 4th slice and my sisters followed. I had a very light breakfast that morning and no lunch. Promising myself that I won’t have dinner that night, I ate my 3rd and 4th slice too. I sure don’t regret doing that. The pizzas tasted great. I prefer Debonairs’ pizza to the pizza at Pizza Hut.

At the beach.. More pics…. click on the link below
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It feels good to be back home. I’ve been helping out in my parents’ store but I also went out a few times with my sisters and friends. I cannot use my old sim card for the time being. I’m using my sister’s old sim card. Luckily, I had a few of my friends’ phone numbers saved on that sim. I’ve met a few friends already and will be meeting more later. I have nearly two months for that.
There are a few new things at home and one of them is this small fish tank:

Some of the fish:

It’s not very hot in Mauritius. In fact, it is winter right now but it doesn’t feel cold either. The weather sure is nicer than that in Shanghai. It was 34-39°C when I left Shanghai.

We finally have ADSL at home. I guess it’s only until September. My mum figured that it’s the best option since my bro (who’s also back to MU for his hols) and I go online very often. Our old internet package wouldn’t be enough.

I love Shanghai. The only thing I complain about so far is the weather. I’m not used to it yet.

According to weather.com , it’s 88°F in Shanghai right now. I’m only used to °C, so I looked for a Fahrenheit to Celsius Convertor. Here’s one.

88°F =31.111111111111114 °C

No wonder I feel like I’m going to faint. I’ve been to the bank just now and 15 mins walking outside was more than enough.
31 °C and it’s only spring. If this is what spring is like in Shanghai, I’m not looking forward to summer. It wasn’t this hot a few days ago. Winter was too cold and spring isn’t nice either. I hope that the temperature will drop soon. Unlike the nice, sunny weather in Mauritius, here I can practically feel the sun’s harmful rays on my skin. Not a pleasant feeling at all. I’m going to buy suncreen or sunblock today. I really need it. I used to put on suncreen only when I go tanning at the beach. I can already imagine the state of my skin after a few years in Shanghai if I don’t use suncreen everyday during spring and summer.

This sunny weather makes me want to go to the beach. No beach here. I miss the beaches in Mauritius.
A few of my photos (the sea, the beaches in Mauritius) :

I’m leaving Mauritius tomorrow evening and I haven’t even finished packing. It’s the first time that I’ll be away from home for a period of 4 years. I’m trying to pack wisely but there are certain things which I really can’t bear to leave behind, especially the gifts I received from my friends. I’m even taking my majorette twirling baton with me. I’ve been very busy this week with packing,shopping and meeting my friends. I feel bad about not being able to meet up with everyone . Sometimes I wish that I could be in two places at the same time. I’ve been out almost every night since most of my friends are free at night only. When I meet my friends, we always go have lunch or dinner. I can feel the extra pounds coming. ah well.. I can work these off after I leave Mauritius.
A few pics taken during my nights out:

At Caudan Waterfront
I took a few pics there while waiting for Diana to arrive.

At Spur, me and Stephanie.

I’ve had a pretty long day, meeting friends here and there; Chinatown,Gladiator,Rodeo,Pizza hut Caudan,McDonald….

Today, I finally met James. I ‘know’ him since February but it’s only today that we managed to meet. In fact, I was wondering if he was scared of me or something like that but today, I was pleasantly surprised.

I’ve just returned home. I had dinner at Marina with Eliette and Dar. I have to admit that I was feeling very tired and I had my packing on my mind. I always worry about everything. Still, I had a lovely time.
There’s one thing which will never change; I still think a lot. There’s so many things I’d like to do or say before leaving Mauritius but some of them are just too difficult for me to talk about. I’m gonna let time work its magic. Maybe.. maybe one day.