Woolou Talk 葫蘆日常

Ep.9. Horticultural Therapy, 園藝治療, Yoga, Cha Chang Teng 茶餐廳, Hiking

Dates: 8-14 April, 2024.

Location: Hong Kong

I organised 2 Horticultural Therapy sessions this week. One is 土種蕃薯葉 Sweet Potato Leaves Planting. By placing the sweet potato under a dry and hot place for a few weeks, they started to sprout, teaching the classmates to keep the bottom of the tuber submerged in water or soil. It can take a few weeks or even a month before you see green growth sprouting from the top of the tuber. The individual shoots that sprout from the tuber are known as "slips," and these then will become sweet potato leaves.

The other one  拓印小布袋 Petal and Leaf Rubbing. First, place a plastic paper inside the environmentally-friendly bag to prevent the over coloring to the other side of the bag. Arrange the petal and leaves in a pattern with the leaf vein system facing down on the Eco-friendly bag. Place a sheet of transparent plastic paper on top and press down gently. This will make sure the petal and  leaves stay in place while rubbing. Then, with the stainless steel spoon, gently rub up and down, side to side. Different colors and shapes of petals and leaves will then be printed on the eco-friendly bag.

Plants:

紫葉醡漿草 Oxalis triangularis

蕨類 Fern

鳳仙 Impatiens hawkeri W. Bull

Slim Yoga keeps me fit and spending quality time with my friend. I am thankful to be a good listener and a supportive companion.

Love hanging out with my 2-year-old cousin. She’s capable of riding a scooter. I don’t think I had a scooter when I was 2 years old. Nowadays, kids could just have everything.

Throughout the week, I was in Cha Chang Teng, enjoying my lunch / dinner with my family and my partner. Then go on jogging along the harbour front, or hiking to The Peak. 

That’s my life this week. See you next week.

Recommended restaurants:

小雨天 (士丹利街)

龍記燒味茶餐廳 Lung Kee Restaurant

金園茶餐廳  Gold Garden Cafe

茶咖里 Congteakafe

The Salted Pig

台食館 TW Yummy

Brands:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Horticultural Therapy for satisfaction, relaxation and self-improvement.

⁠Golden Age⁠ - Passionate about historical adventures and mysteries and on a mission to share the most fascinating stories of our past through the medium of fashion. 

Contact:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human. Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind. In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind. 

Dates: 1-7 April, 2024.

Been unwell for 2 weeks, just in bed and did nothing meaningful.

Not much appetite, lack of energy.

Now, I am feeling better, I could get back to work, and reach out to more like-minded customers.

Golden Age joined a Market booth （市集） at Hong Kong Observation Wheel & AIA Vitality Park for 4 days.

Each day I tried to share our brand mission and value to locals and visitors from overseas and the Mainland. Some had no idea of those adventures and were drawn into the colourful side of the brand.

Some of them were really passionate about exploring voyages and wished to follow the routes of brave historians.

Out of your comfort zone, continue the spirit of historical adventurers, willing to explore the unknown, excited to encounter the uncertainty.

For Horticultural Therapy this week, I taught flower basket arrangement. All participants were enjoying the moment. There was one shared ‘When you immerse yourself in the making with flowers, you forget your own troubles.’

Ingredients：

乒乓菊 Chrysanthemum × morifolium 'Pompon'

小綠菊 Yoko Ono Chrysanthemum

滿天星 Gypsophila paniculata / Baby's breath

尤加利 Eucalyptus

紫彩星 Limonium – Purple 

Day Trip in Peng Chau 

Visited an apartment near the seaside and wandered around like a retired couple.

Breathe in the fresh air, live with the mountain and the sea.

We are reluctant to leave.

Recommended restaurants:

Zan Chee

Le Jardin à Soho

Brands:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Horticultural Therapy for satisfaction, relaxation and self-improvement.

⁠Golden Age⁠ - Passionate about historical adventures and mysteries and on a mission to share the most fascinating stories of our past through the medium of fashion. 

Contact:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human. Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind. In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind.

Dates: 26 Feb-10 March, 2024.

These 2 weeks, catching up with friends and family. Starting Yoga classes with my friend, trying to exercise more. Watched the Movie: Dune 2, nice fighting scenes and attractive new characters. Hiking with my friend from the favorite hiking trail to the Peak (where you can point to one of the high rise buildings and call it “My home”).

More working from home and editing my Horticultural proposals, preparing materials and gardening equipment for indoor planting therapeutic activities. On the other hand, searching different manufacturers for Golden Age.

More Home cooking as my partner loves the food I made. Mum made nice soup and cooked our favourite dishes.

Visited the Opera Gallery and enjoyed Niki de Saint Phalle’s Garden of Joy. She used a lot of colourful patterns and snake sculptures. Super expensive art pieces. How could they come up with such pricing?

International Women’s Day, promoting green living, hard working ladies shall take a moment to breath some fresh air, to be with nature a little more.

Recommended restaurants:

熱辣辣紫心蕃薯

Milk Cafe

茶咖里  Congteakafe

東堤餐廳  Eastern Coast 

樓下冰室

Lilium

東方素  Oriental Vegetarian

Hungry Monkey

Kaboom

Brands:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Horticultural Therapy for satisfaction, relaxation and self-improvement.

⁠Golden Age⁠ - Passionate about historical adventures and mysteries and on a mission to share the most fascinating stories of our past through the medium of fashion. 

Contact:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human. Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind. In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind.

Dates: 19-25 Feb 2024.

Location: Central, Wong Tai Sin, North Point, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong.

Working in Central.

Lunch time with friends and family.

Fixing my sister's watch.

Yoga class booked and hope I can do it consistently.

Cleansing , weight loss, healthy diet meal plan delivery in Hong Kong - GENIE JUICERY, Eatology

My favourite dish made by mum - 蒸肉餅（Steamed Pork Patty ).

Golden Age meeting Angel Investor and Potential collaboration with a local coffee shop in Wanchai.

Horticultural Therapy - site visit and prepare Horticultural sessions, sharing arts made of different seeds, appreciating the creation of plant lives.

Keep designing, keep spreading positivity in life and learning new things, advance our techniques.

Farewell dinner with friends and Thai massage to end this productive week.

Recommended restaurants:

吃什麼What to EatPHI Coffee & Pancake

三德素食館Three Virtues Vegetarian Restaurant

勝本Katsumoto

Brands:

⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠ - Horticultural Therapy for satisfaction, relaxation and self-improvement.

Golden Age - Passionate about historical adventures and mysteries and on a mission to share the most fascinating stories of our past through the medium of fashion.

Contact:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human. Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind. In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind. 

Dates: 5th Feb - 18th Feb 2024

Location: Cheung Sha Wan, MongKok, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, Hong Kong.

English couple visiting Hong Kong.

Hiking to The Peak, Repulse Bay, Dim Sum after finding Bruce Lee.

Fixing Samsung phone at Langham Place, MongKok.

Inter-chamber networking event in Hong Kong.

Valentine's dinner and thank you for the bunch of sweet flowers.

Horticultural Therapy - Wheatgrass growing and decorations for Chinese New Year.

Visiting Che Kung Temple.

Family gathering and hotpot night.

Collagen Drink - FANCL Tense Up

JKJ Good Base Korean Red Ginseng with Aronia 正官庄野櫻莓汁

Recommended restaurants:

Lao Si Chuan Shui Zhu Yu ZhuangHong Kond Old Restaurant

Brand:

⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠ - Horticultural Therapy for satisfaction, relaxation and self-improvement.

Contact:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human. Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind. In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind. 

Date: 4th Feb, 2024.

Location: The Peak, Wanchai, Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, Hong Kong.

Partner's family is leaving HK this week, treasuring the time together, they can't wait to come back again. It's been their third time visiting HK and they never get bored of living in HK.

Exchange in Sciences Poo, Paris.

Lunch with friends, sharing family spending patterns. More priorities after marriage?

Taking mum to vegetarian restaurants.

Horticultural Helper: 到手香：Coleus amboinicus 英文名: Cuban Oregano

Weekend Exercise: Hiking to the Peak.

Shopping at Wanchai Computer Centre and bought a lovely ⁠YOGA Mouse with Laser Presenter.⁠

Partner is creating new designs and sharing printing ideas.

Recommended Restaurants in HK:

⁠FRITES Belgium on Tap (濠豐大廈)⁠

⁠Three virtues Vegetarian Restaurant (Kiu Kwan Mansion)三德素食館 (僑冠大廈)⁠

 ⁠Involtini Italian Cuisine⁠

⁠牛奶冰室 (鯉景灣) Milk Cafe (Lei King Wan)⁠

⁠譚仔雲南米線Tamjai Yunnan Mixian ⁠

⁠茶咖里Congteakafe⁠

Brands:

⁠Golden Age⁠ - HK based and designed clothing brand sharing interesting myths and adventures for explorers and map lovers.

⁠Woolou Green⁠ - Horticultural Therapy for satisfaction, relaxation and self-improvement.

Contact:

⁠⁠⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

⁠Facebook⁠

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human. Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind. In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Woolou Green⁠⁠⁠ and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind. 

Date: 28th Jan 2024.

Location: Hong Kong and Shenzhen

Movie: Dream Scenario - Nicolas Cage

Catch-up with friends.

Yum Yum Goose & Co. (Wellington Street) 日日香鵝肉飯店 (威靈頓街)

Ivan The Kozak 東歐餐廳

Chi Lin Nunnery and Nan Lian Garden 志蓮淨苑及南蓮園池

Wheatgrass Seeding - Horticultural Therapy

5-day Visa in Shenzhen - Futian District

華強北-深圳好去處

Contact:

⁠Instagram - Woolou Green⁠

Email: [email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

⁠Facebook⁠

Date: 21st Jan 2024.

Location: Hong Kong.

Apple Mac Book Air

Recommended restaurants:

Madame Fu-Grand Cafe Chinois

Asiri

意素園

Oriental Vegetarian

DANJI

R&R Bagels

Shops mentioned: Benefit (eyebrows waxing), Crewcut (Haircut)

Activities:

Horticultural Therapy: 園藝治療

Hiking to the Peak

World Football Masters Cup 2024 世界足球傳奇盃2024

Contact:

Instagram - Woolou Green

[email protected]

Youtube: @woolou_green

Facebook

In each episode, we'll embark on a lighthearted adventure, swapping stories, and commiserating over the absurdities and challenges of modern living. From navigating the ups and downs of relationships and family dynamics to tackling the daily grind of work life, we'll laugh, vent, and find solace in the shared experiences that make us human.

Woolou Talk is a stress-free zone where we set aside the worries of the world and focus on creating a space for relaxation and rejuvenation. We'll delve into topics like travel, adventures, and discovering hidden gems that help us escape the daily grind.

In the spirit of authenticity, we'll share our own self-doubts and uncertainties, reminding ourselves that it's okay to not have it all figured out. Together, we'll navigate the challenges that life throws our way, finding inspiration in stories of resilience and personal growth.

So, grab your favorite beverage, kick off your shoes, and join our laid-back community. Subscribe to Woolou Green and let's unwind, share a few laughs, and release the stress that weighs us down. Together, we'll create a space where authenticity and laughter reign supreme, helping us find joy and relaxation in the midst of our busy lives.

Get ready to sit back, relax, and let go of the daily stressors. Woolou Talk is here to remind you that in the chaos of life, there's always room for a good laugh and a moment to unwind.

Date: 8th January, 2024.

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Life in 2023, friendship, travelled to Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Prague and Budapest.

Gym on Monday: Milk Tea and Supplements, diet, health and wellness.

Horticultural Therapy in Hong Kong.

Interpretation jobs: Taishanese, Cantonese, Mandarin and English.

Golden Globes 2024: Taylor Swift, Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner

Best Music of 2023: Troye Sivan, Leah Marie Perez

Brand promotion: Golden Age

Candle Making Kit: handmade at home.