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The 7th annual Mr. and Miss ASA Scholarship Pageant was the first Asian American Pageant on a Florida College Campus. The goal of hosting this pageant is to promote Asian American culture through showcasing student’s leadership and academic skills.

The 16 contestants, representing Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, South Korea and China, competed that night in essay, cultural attire, talent, evening wear, and on-stage question & answer. ◄ Scholarship Pageant Winners and Talent Competition Winners: Jeff Villena and Min Sun Kim

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6 Miss ASA 2007 Min Sun Kim, South Korea, major in math education 1st Runner Up, Tina Buadaeng , Thailand, major in nursing 2nd Runner Up Uyen Diep, Vietnam, major in mico & molecular biology Mr. ASA 2007 Jeff Villena, Philippines, major in athletic training 1st Runner Up, Kirby Pagunsan, Philippines, major in digital media 2nd Runner Up, Dung Nguyen, Vietnam, major in social work

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8 TALKS ASIA

Bass Fishing – Bass pro Sumi Takano

from Japan at Lake Okeechobee / Lake Kissimmee Sumi Takano, a well known and accomplished Bass Pro from Japan lives to bass fish. He has found incredible creative ways to share his love of this peaceful cultured sport.

Bass fishing is the sport of angling for the North American game fish known colloquially as the black bass. There are numerous black bass species considered as game fish in North America.  By Teri Mitchell here in the U.S., the prize is 10 times larger.

The difference comes from the fact that bass fishing is much more popular and bigger here. In a U.S. tournament, the entry is higher and more sponsors are involved. Another fact which differs in between Japan and the U.S. is that only artificial lures are used in Japan, but both lures and bait are used over here.

20 years of experience in bass fishing

Modern bass fishing has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry. The sport has changed drastically since its beginnings in the late 1800s. From humble beginnings, the black bass has become the second most specifically sought-after game fish in the United States. The sport has driven the development of all manner of fishing gear, including rods, reels, lines, lures, electronic depth and fish-finding instruments, drift boats, float tubes, and specialized bass boats. * Bass are well-known as strong fighters. * Bass may be found in lakes, reservoirs, ponds, rivers, streams, creeks, even roadside ditches. * Bass reside different parts of fresh water area depending on the season. * From October to May is the Bass Fishing season. * Bass like around 68F (20C) of water. * Bass come to shallows to spawn. This is the best time to catch BIG ones. * Fish mouths are painless. * Summertime (June – September) is not a good season for bass fishing in Florida.

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Bass hide in deeps. However, it is the chance to catch them when they show up in shallows to get food in the morning and evening.

Bass are fished recreationally. Yes, they are usually released to the water after fishing.

Lake Okeechobee is the second largest fresh water lake in the United States and locally referred to as Lake O, The Big Lake or Big O. Okeechobee is a Seminole Indian word meaning ‘big water’.

Lake Kissimmee State Park includes a camp with daily demonstrations, boating, canoeing, hiking, and stargazing besides bass fishing at the lake.

Freshwater fishing in Florida requires a license for those who are 15 years or older.

The winner of JB tournaments A Bass Pro from Japan, Sumi Takano won the tournaments in 2000 and 2001 organized

by JB (JBTA: Japan Bass-fishing Tournament Association). He was awarded 1 million yen ($8300) and 600,000 yen ($5000) each time.

These were very big events for him though

Sumi got interested in bass fishing when he was 12 years old. He was watching a fishing magazine and read a bass fishing section. “I felt the style of bass fishing was so cool,” says Sumi. Since then, he began to go fishing bass every weekend. Later, he discovered a bass fishing professional society and was attracted to join. In 1994, he registered as a pro in Japan and participated in 6 – 8 tournaments a year. In 2002, he debuted as a bass pro in the U.S. and has been participating in 8 tournaments a year.

“The real pleasure of bass fishing is ‘tricks’ between the fish and myself. After determining the best spot, checking the water temperature and selecting the lure, it’s time to wind the reel, set the lure swimming, then stop the reel to wait for the fish to bite the hook.” Sumi continues to hunt for ‘Trophy Bass’ in Japan and here in the U.S. ATM Lake Okeechobee / Lake Kissimee Bass Fishing Tours Would you like to know more about bass fishing?

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9 ASIA NEWS

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LIVE AT Disney’s Polynesian Resort  By Ching Lau

COMPASS is a WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort Diversity Resource Group for cast members interested in Asian and Pacific Islander culture and business. COMPASS is committed to the integration of the Asian and Pacific Islander community as a strategic partner for THE WALT DISNEY WORLD ® Resort to achieve the company’s objectives.

The founders of Asia Trend Magazine were invited to be the guest speakers at the COMPASS monthly membership meeting in February. Shally Wong, Gary Lau and Teri Mitchell were glad to meet the members on February 8th and share the mission and vision of Asia Trend Magazine. They also discussed some cultural differences, values and customs with the audience. Asia Trend Magazine also had the opportunity to preview the Year of the Pig by presenting the attendees with Chinese New Year Candy, Red Pockets, Good Luck Calligraphy and tips to celebrate the Lunar New Year in Orlando.

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10 ARTS ASIA

Dreams come True  By Seema Sigh

As a child in Vietnam I grew up learning obedience, respect, submissiveness, and hard work. How did I learn all of this?

Well I learned it the hard way. I was 10 years old when I was sent to the field to work. As most children in North America might be playing at that age I was bare foot in the rice fields with all the other kids and their families.

But even compared to them I was fortunate, I was blessed to attend school for four hours every morning.

Most of the other families couldn’t afford to send their kids to school so they spent all their days and most of their nights on the fields serving their families.

My daily School was my refuge, but all the infections that plagued me were intolerable and that pain would bring me back to my reality that I was destined to live every day.

As time passed even that agony became a part of my daily routine and eventually I would hardly notice it.

As every child dreams I marveled in my own fantasies while I labored in the fields.

My aspirations would take me away from the pastures and I would drift into my own sanctuary. The fields were replaced by every fantasy that I envisioned and every day that field was a new place. I traveled and the world being on that field. I believe the creativity that I posses today may have a lot to do with all that inspired energy that I developed in the meadows. I would sing and picture myself in front of crowds of people lining up just to hear me.

Unforgettable face My father came home one day and with a look of promise, optimism and hope that I will never forget, he told us that he was moving us all to America. For nights I lay

awake dreaming of how our life would change, and sometimes crying because that was the only world I knew. Then that day came when we made it to America. Looking back remembering the fear of the unknown terrified me, yet motivated me. One thing I knew was I didn’t want to ever walk backwards. The scars and infections on my hands that permanently marked my soul were the stepping stones to my dreams, after all I was in the land of opportunity and I truly believed that God had given me this chance.

Music is my dream Over the years I planned out how I wanted my dreams to take place. I studied music, I trained music, and I dreamt music. However, my life was not all just music. I balanced myself with working hard in school, jobs that paid my expenses and training for my passion. In those years and the years to follow I built a foundation and a reputation within my community that people started calling me to perform at their weddings and local events. Soon enough I became well known in a growing Californian Asian community. This was definitely my stepping

stone for the next phase and that I was about to embark on.

With the encouragement and new found faith I found in myself I took the next step.

This next step would have me spending long days in studios in a sound room but at the end of it all I would hear the reward of all my hard work, ambition and passion. This was far beyond what I dreamt in those pastors years ago. This was yet another beginning in my life. Only after some time people were buying my CD and listening to me! Could this all be happening? I pinched myself on a daily basis, and every time it confirmed that I was not dreaming. What would be my next achievement?

Written by my roommate, Seema Sigh, while I was telling her my passion and dreams…

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Discover Shanghai

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With its own unique take on Chinese traditions and Western culture, Shanghai is definitely a place to visit while on vacation!

Shanghai is one of China’s most exciting and exotic cities that has welcomed travelers for over a century. Currently at the heart of the nations’ economic revival, Shanghai offers its visitors a complete mélange of attractions including great shopping and dining, cultural sights and entertainment like no other place in the world. With its own unique take on Chinese traditions and Western culture, Shanghai is definitely a place to visit while on vacation!

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Where is Shanghai?

Shanghai sits on the Huang Pu River that runs into the Yangtze in the central-eastern part of China. A coastal city on the Yangtze River Delta, Shanghai is mostly flat and low.

Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces border Shanghai to the west and the East China Sea and the Hangzhou Bay border it to the west and south. Shanghai literally means “on the sea” in Chinese.

Shopping in Shanghai Shanghai has a great destination for shopping enthusiasts. From ancient Chinese artifacts to trendy wear, Shanghai has it all!

Western-styled shopping malls, huge department stores, small street stalls and shops and colorful open-air markets can be found all over the city.

Shanghai has some of the best antiques in main land China, and is also known for its variety in Chinese silk. Jewelry here can be found at bargain prices, especially jade, gold, silver, and freshwater pearls. As with most Asian cities bargaining is a must while shopping.

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The best place to shop in Shanghai’s is Nanjing Lu, which has many modern shopping malls and department stores. For the best of fashion and accessories, the Maoming Lu/Changle Lu area is the best.

Taikang Lu has some of the most fashionable boutiques in the city with everything from designer handbags to expensive silk is being sold here. Maison Mode, Raffles City and Plaza 66 are all great department stores, while shops like Taikang Art Factory, Xintiandi and Yu Garden Bazaar are the prefect places to buy local crafts and wares.

Shanghai Nightlife The night never ends in Shanghai – with the city’s huge list of things to do past sundown. Acrobatics, musicals, opera, dance and theatre performances can be found all over the city. There is also an endless lineup of nightclubs and bars in the city with live bands playing each night. The Shanghai International Jazz Concert Series is held in the second week of November each year in Shanghai.

For the clubber, Shanghai has some

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of the best dance clubs and discos in the country. Pu-J’s Big Top in the Grand Hyatt Hotel is one of the most popular ones for travelers and locals alike. The Ark Live House, Dr Bar, Le Club at La Maison, Soho Pub and TMSK are also all great places to visit and party till the wee hours of the morning.

Dining Out in Shanghai Shanghai has many great restaurants, pubs, bars, cafés and coffee shops to dine out in for every occasion-from the casual lunch with friends to an exotic business dinner.

The Darling Harbour Xin Gai Nian Chuan Cai, Wen Hao Za Liang Shi Fu, the Atrium Café and the Roxy Bar & Grill are some great places to eat for a casual dining experience.

For the more expensive and classic meals, the T8, Shintori Null II, Yongfoo Élite, and M on the Bund are excellent places to go to.

The more reasonable restaurants include Hot Pot King, Simply Thai, Nooch Noodle Bar, and Grape.

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Not to Miss Attractions Oriental Pearl TV Tower Standing 468 meters high, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is one of the highest towers in Asia, and provides tourists with breath taking panoramic views of the city. The ground floor features a shopping area, cafe, and an international city exhibit. It also offers deluxe conference rooms that have hosted leaders and VIPs from around the world.

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

Dr. Sun Yat-sen Former Residence and Memorial Hall Considered the forerunner of the revolution, the home of Doctor Sun Yat-sen and his wife, Soong Qing Ling, has been lovingly preserved. Open to the public, the beautiful, 1920’s home is still furnished and decorated the way it used to be. Visitors enter through the kitchen, where they are required to wear slippers over their shoes to protect the old flooring.

Bund’s Huangpu Park

Yu Garden & Bazaar For a taste of the traditional style Chinese architecture, visit the city’s Yu Garden and shopping bazaar. Wander through the lanes and alleys and find everything you might want to take home as souvenirs from silk pajamas to chopsticks. Across the way is the entrance to Yuyuan Garden itself where you can follow crowds through a classical Ming garden.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Former Residence

The Bund

Moganshan Road Art District If you’d like to see what’s happening on the contemporary art scene in China, take a taxi to Moganshan Road near Suzhou Creek.

Once just factories and warehouses, the area is now a thriving art colony full of galleries and art houses.

The Bund is one of the most recognizable architectural symbols of Shanghai. “Bund” derives from an Anglo-Indian word for an embankment along a waterfront and that is what it was in the beginning when the British occupied the city. It has been the epitome of elegance throughout its 100-year history. Now many attractions have been built to foster the city’s tourism industry.

A 771-metre long retaining wall for flood control was built in the past century. Atop the wall is a Shanghai Bund

spacious walkway for sightseeing, paved with colorful tiles and dotted with flower-beds and European-style garden lights. The Bund is a great place for a leisurely stroll and a view of the Huangpu River.

Shanghai Xiaolongbao (soup dumpling) Yu Garden.

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3rd minute - Part 2: Energy form (time or software)

4th minute - Is Feng Shui a miracle?

This part of study compliments Part 1 by taking time into consideration. This is the study of energy, which is derived from calculations using formulas based on the I-Ching, Ba Gua, taking time and space into consideration. This relatively abstract and complicated study even today cannot be tested by modern science. However, the current inability for modern Western science to verify this aspect does not invalidate Feng Shui. In fact, tremendous effort has been put forth researching this metaphysic and more and more evidence on the ‘energy’ concept is accumulating, lending further credence to the time-tested belief.

In the modern context, true Feng Shui practitioners should not segregate the above and focus only on Part 1 (topography) to build their Feng Shui base of knowledge. It is imperative that to gain an in-depth understanding requires both extensive research and comprehension of ancient culture as it applies to both parts.

Take a minute to feel the wind blow towards you. Notice that you cannot see the wind. Pick up your mobile phone and call someone.

Notice that you need not ask why this wireless technology works so wonderfully. You do not have to see it to believe it! The power of the universe is affecting us in many ways without us realizing it. That is the power of Feng Shui!

The straight answer is NO. No legitimate practitioner will promise that Feng Shui can perform miracles. Can you earn a living without going to work? Can your business venture succeed without the proper attitude, hard work, business acumen and wisdom? The answer is obvious. Feng Shui serves as a tool to create synergies that attract opportunities conducive to enhancing your wealth, health and happiness. If you are a heavy drinker and smoker and yet want Feng Shui to enhance your health, it is rather ridiculous.

Nevertheless, when you bring together faith, determination and the aid of Feng Shui, miracles do happen!

Take a minute to ponder why some blue chip companies launched in the eighties went bankrupt or are stagnant today while in the nineties, new and breakthrough companies mushroomed and became top 100 companies. It is a Feng Shui cycle! Everything happens in cycles and is bound to repeat itself repeatedly.

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Some thoughts on this year’s Chinese New Year  By Madame Wu

Firstly, I’d like to extend my best Lunar New Year’s wishes to all the readers of Asia Trends for a happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Pig. As a practicing fortune teller who utilizes Asian astrology in her readings, I am accustomed to looking into the nuances of the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac and how those differences affect people. It has come to my attention that this year is getting off on the wrong hoof, as millions of people across the globe have somehow gotten the impression that this is the year of the Golden Pig. Perhaps this is the fault of greedy merchandisers or just a case of crossed wires, but the word has spread like wild fire that this year’s element is gold, the most auspicious and prosperous of them all! With this rare and blessed an event, occurring only once every sixty years, people all over the world, particularly in Asia, are in a tizzy to have their babies born this year. In early February, thousands of women asked their doctors to use whatever means at their disposal to delay their births so their babies will be born this year rather than last year in the Year of the Dog! The Associated Press reports that condom sales are down 20% and that couples all over the world are resorting to fertility treatments via both orthodox medical methods, as well as through alternative routes such as acupuncture, moxibustion, the ingestion and application of special herbal tonics and of course, the use of fertility charms.

Unfortunately, I am sorry to say, millions of people can be wrong!

There are five different elements a pig individual can fall under, and decidedly this is not the year of the “Golden (A.K.A. metal) Pig”, but rather the year of the “Fire Pig”, or “Red Pig”. In general, years of the pig are regarded as auspicious, but people born in a Fire Pig year have very different temperaments than those born in a

metal year. I keep thinking of all of the mothers and fathers who are counting on having Golden Pig babies who will bring prosperity and good luck to their families. In point of fact, Fire Pig babies will present much more of a challenge to their parents as, like flames, they will be active and sparky individuals. Life events for these little fellows will involve transformation and change, not the easy road to riches golden piggies might have access to.

When one mulls over the images of pigs and fire, it doesn’t take many neurons to connect to the idea of cooking a pig over fire and thereby transmuting the pig into pork. However, I think the challenge of the Year of the Fire Pig is not so much the avoidance of the cooking fire, or the procreation of babies, but of using the transformative power of fire to illuminate a world of plenty for everyone. I usually council people with a lot of metal in their nature to use the fires of change inherent in a fire year as an opportunity to soften and adjust their opinions, as well as physical circumstances.

However, since nothing is ever entirely black or white, and most of us have a balance of elements in our natures, we can all benefit from this sort of transformative energy in our lives. So, whether you are deciding on whether to start procreating or are just curious as to the tone of this coming year, do think in terms of dynamic transformation rather than easy fortunes and you won’t be disappointed.

Madame Wu is a local Tai Chi teacher, artist and author who looks to the Chinese Zodiac for inspiration and guidance. She is currently teaching at the Osceola Council on Aging in Kissimmee and can be reached at Email: Luckywu1@cfl.rr.com.

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17 ASIA KITCHEN

Mrs. Lau’s Easy Meals Portuguese Curry Chicken

Mrs. Lau’s profile:

 By Sylvia Davidson

Mrs. Lau was born in Hong Kong.

She moved to Orlando in 1997. Since she lives with her American son-inlaw, she has to cook dishes that appeal to both Chinese and American tastes.

This recipe is one of her son-in-law’s favorites. If you are interested in seeing more of her easy meals, please send us an email.

Ingredients: ½ Chicken, cut into pieces, or use chicken wings 2 Carrots, sliced 3 Potatoes, cubed 2 Tbsp Lee Kum Kee Coconut Flavored Curry Sauce 2-3 tsp Curry powder 1 tsp Knorr Chicken Broth mix 1 can Coconut Milk Directions: 1. Saute potatoes and carrots in 2 tsp oil. Then add chicken.

2. Add curry and chicken broth powder.

3. Add LKK sauce and simmer for about 25 minutes.

4. Add salt to taste.

5. Add coconut milk when ready to serve.

Tips from Mrs. Lau: Americans like big chunks of meat and lots of potatoes.

Editor’s note: You can purchase most of the ingredients from Asian grocery store such as the 1st Oriental Supermarket.

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I love Japanese or Asian dressings myself. Japanese dressings are usually flavored with ginger or sesame which is recognized as a very healthy food. Yeah, I still love the Japanese dressings that are really ‘made in Japan’, and at the same time, I’m now so glad that I can get ginger or sesame flavor dressings at a grocery store close by. Currently, I’m into Good Seasons Asian Sesame w/ Ginger (by Kraft) which is still new in the series. This is a creamy sesame dressing with a hint of ginger.  By Teri Mitchell (From left to right)

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18 CULTURE ASIA

The Indian Wedding The Indian culture celebrates marriage as a sacrament, Sanskara, a rite enabling two individuals to start their journey in life together.  Compiled By Suzy Guttler

Indian Wedding Card, Wedding Cake and Wedding Car

The Indian wedding marks the beginning of a new relationship not just between two individuals but also between two families. And there are various moments in the wedding ceremonies that help to build these new relationships.

The institution of Indian marriage can be traced back to Vedic times.

The ceremony should be held on a day in the “bright half” of the northern course of the sun. Months before the wedding, an engagement ceremony known as Mangni is held. This is to bless the couple, who are then given gifts of jewelry and clothing by their new family.

Varying Traditions Great diversity in marriage traditions can be observed across the length and breath of the country due to religious, geographical, cultural and linguistic differences. However, the unifying factor about marriages in India is that everywhere they are carried out in the most elaborate manner.

Jaimala (Exchange of Garlands)

The couple exchanges garlands as a gesture of acceptance of one another and a pledge to respect one another as partners.

Madhupak (Offering of Yogurt and Honey)

The bride’s father offers the groom yogurt and honey as the expression of welcome and respect.

Kanyadan (Giving Away of the Bride)

The father of the bride places her hand in the groom’s hand requesting him to accept her as an equal partner. The concept behind Kanyadan is that the bride is a form of the goddess Rajaham (Sacrifice to the Sacred Fire)

The bride places both her hands into the groom’s and her brother then places rice into her hands. Together the bride and groom offer the rice as a sacrifice into the fire.

Mangalphera (Walk Around the Fire)

The couple makes four Mangalpheras around the fire in a clockwise direction representing four goals in life: Dharma, religious and moral duties; Artha, prosperity; Kama, earthly pleasures; Moksha, spiritual salvation and liberation. The bride leads the Pheras first, signifying her determination to stand first beside her husband in all happiness and sorrow.

Saptapardi (Seven Steps Together)

The bride and groom walk seven steps togehr to signify the beginning of their journey through life together. Each step represents a marital vow.

Jalastnchana (Blessing of the Couple)

The parents of the bride and groom bless the wedded couple by dipping a rose in water and sprinkling it over the couple.

Aashirvad (Parental Blessing)

The parents of the bride and groom give their blessings to the couple. The couple touches the feet of their parents as a sign of respect.

The Adorned Apparel An Indian groom often wears a turban with a veil of flowers streaming down in front of his face to protect him from evil spirits. Traditional Indian brides wear pink and red saris on their wedding day, adorning themselves extravagantly with as much jewelry as possible. Henna staining, a customary art form, is still practiced by Indian brides to be.

On the eve of her wedding vows, following a traditional ceremonial cleansing, the bride-to-be will have her hands and feet painted with henna, in beautiful paisley or medallion patterns.

All rituals and traditions of an Indian wedding right from the state of engagement to post wedding ceremonies are carried out in detail and with total faith and dedication. Participation of friends and extended family marks the joy of wedding celebrations. ATM

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Encouragement Versus Criticism To replace criticism with encouragement and to substitute insult with a word of praise – this is not only the best way to educate but also the best way to deal with others. In any relationship, conflicts are created for many reasons, but they are mostly due to excessive criticism and a lack of encouragement.

This often results in subordinates leaving their jobs and friends becoming estranged – a major flaw in dealing with others and handling affairs.

Looking at other’s mistakes Is the basis for incurring hostility; Looking at one’s mistakes Is the foundation for innumerable good.

Everyone has a pair of eyes, but they are all too often used to look at others’ slip-ups, mistakes, faults, and shortcomings, instead of one’s own problems.

Everyone has a mouth, but again, it is only used to speak of others’ flaws and weaknesses. Or, one may even purposely slander others and speak well of oneself. When we speak, our words are for others to listen, and we just hear what we like to hear. Parents who overly criticize their children only see their children leaving them, and couples who overly blame each other end up with problems in their marriage. With friends, if finger-pointing were the common practice, then it would be extremely difficult to maintain a lasting and trusting friendship.

However, this does not mean that criticism should not exit in a relationship. When the emperor criticizes, it is only a sage who can accept the criticism. Those who lack confidence- must be given support and encouragement. A marathon runner needs a lot of applause for that extra boost to finish the race. National awards, trophies, medals, scholarship, and all types of honors and tributes are for the encouragement and recognition of achievements.

Even pets, such as cats and dogs, need to be praised, and cows and horses require encouragement from their owners. In order to flourish, plants and flowers need nourishment from the wind and rain. Those who have lost faith in themselves may blossom in their career upon hearing a kind word of encouragement from others.

In today’s society, those with low social status are often criticized by their superiors. But in reality, those on top also frequently face criticism from the public because of their incompetence. There was a common saying in traditional Buddhist monasteries, “Even dogs would detest the supervising monastic who served for three years.” Too much criticism can be demoralizing, and conversely, inappropriate encouragement can also be undesirable.

Nevertheless, we should use a word of encouragement to replace criticism and a word of praise to substitute for insult; for after all, every person prefers encouragement and praise. So why should we be stingy in giving others praise and helping them on their path to success.  By Venerable Master Hsing Yun www.ibps.org/florida

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Self Massage with tennis balls

21 ASIA H E A LT H

 By Miranda Hill and Michael Taylor

Many ordinary items can be turned into great massage tools but today we will talk about tennis balls and next month look for self massage using a piece of bamboo!

What you need: Two tennis balls. All tennis balls are not the same. In addition to the standard firmness tennis ball, there are also tennis balls called Rally balls that are softer. You may want to try both. However; the Rally balls do not provide as quite as aggressive of a massage as the standard kind.

One sock. A long tube sock works best as you need to tie a knot in it and it is good to have a long handle to hold onto when using the “twist technique”.

Suggested Techniques

• Lie down and roll

Lie down and position the sock of tennis balls under your back just below your neck. Lock your fingers behind your head and move your

elbows close together to where your arms are touching the sides of your head. Gently pull your head towards your chest. Now raise your hips off the ground and roll your back up along the tennis balls. The tennis balls should roll down your back on either side of your spine as your body moves upward. It might take a little practice but this provides you with a nice self massage that is fairly deep.

Of course, the heavier you are, the deeper it will be.

• Twist & strike While standing, hold onto the length of sock with one or both hands. Twist your upper body left and right to cause the tennis balls to fly around and strike your back. You can go fast or slow and move your hands up or down to work both your upper and lower back.

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• Foot Roll No, this is not a piece of sushi! Working the bottoms of your feet is like working all parts of your body and internal organs since there are pressure points all over your feet that correspond to all parts of your body. While standing, simply roll your foot around on top of the ball. You can also pick up your other foot to create even more pressure. You might want to hold onto a wall or other stable object so you don’t lose your balance.

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Many of us start our day with a cup of coffee. The caffeine in coffee energizes us but for only a few hours while the caffeine from tea is long lasting. Black teas along with some green and oolong teas offer just the right amount.

In addition to its stimulating affects, coffee is often associated with huge drops in energy, jitteriness and stomach agitation. Tea drinkers rarely suffer from such symptoms. When consuming in moderation, tea improves your overall health and nourishes your body with vitamins and minerals.

Caffeine levels vary with the types of tea, with black having the highest, green and oolong with moderate amount and white tea having very little. When making the switch from coffee to tea, it is recommended to start with any loose-leaf black tea and giving your body a week to adjust.

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Good Health Habits When You Feel You Have Passed Your Prime (ii)  Puxiao Cen, M.D. How can I get more fiber without changing my diet completely?

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For example, if you eat 2 slices of white toast for breakfast, replace 1 of them with a slice of whole grain bread. If you drink orange juice every day, eat an orange instead for 3 days of the week. If you prefer salty snacks, try low-fat popcorn instead of potato chips.

Some people find it helpful to focus on adding a single high-fiber food (see the box below) at each meal or snack time.

Foods rich in fiber • Unprocessed wheat bran • Unrefined breakfast cereals • Whole wheat and rye flours • Grainy breads, such as whole wheat, rye or pumpernickel • Fresh fruits, such as apples and berries • Dried fruits, such as prunes, apricots and figs • Vegetables, such as broccoli and carrots • Legumes, such as chickpeas, baked beans and lima beans I often have a hard time sticking with something, even when I know it’s a good thing to do.

How active you are and what you eat are habits. By starting small and rewarding yourself for each step you take, you can make a difference in how good you feel. You may find it easier to be more physically active and eat more fiber if you think of every day and every meal as a chance to do something good for yourself.

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 By Suzy Guttler

The Third Step - Design Your Healthy New Diet A healthy diet should give you 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables per day, 25 grams of fiber per day, 5 to 6 ounces of protein per day and a small amount of omega 3 essential fatty acids each day. To stick with your new diet, you will want to include foods you enjoy. If you love hamburgers, that’s OK. Make them at home with whole grain rolls and cut down the size of the hamburger patty. Learn which foods can substitute for the unhealthy foods you have been eating.

The Fourth Step – Exercise and Fitness Healthy nutrition is just part of a healthy lifestyle. Another component of health and fitness is exercise. If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, you need to

get out and get moving. Walking, running, aerobic exercise and weight lifting are all great exercises. If you want to loser weight, it is important to increase aerobic activity like walking or running. If you need to increase your strength, then you need to start resistance training such as lifting weights.

The Fifth Step - Motivation and Maintenance Sometimes getting started with a new healthy diet and fitness plan is the easy part. Many of us hit occasional road-blocks due to busy schedules, loss of motivation and sometimes we hit weight loss plateaus.

Those weight loss plateaus are the times when we feel like we do everything right, but the scale doesn’t seem to budge. When this happens, don’t give up. Remember that maintenance is the key to successful weight loss and fitness goals.

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 By Teri Mitchell

~Healthy Foods from Japan Vol.2~ “Doctorless with a bowl of Miso soup every day.”

This is what has been said in the Japanese culture.

Miso soup is ‘a must’ at a table for Japanese. It is widely recognized that Miso is one of the healthy foods and known that it is effective in supplying nutrients, preventing diseases (especially adult diseases) and regulating your condition.

Also, there is a significant difference between a person who drinks Miso soup every day and someone who doesn’t.

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Japanese tradition credits ‘8 Merits of Miso’.

Merit 1. Miso is a source of longevity Merit 2. Miso provides bacterial effects Merit 3. Miso promotes your brain blood-circulation Merit 4. Miso prevents stomach cancer Merit 5. Miso is an excellent medicine for intestinal disorders Crab Miso Soup

Merit 6. Miso prevents the harmful effects of smoking Merit 7. Miso is a poison-eraser

The ingredients of Miso are mainly soy beans and salt. There are other types of Miso made with rice or barley in addition to soy beans. Miso is produced through fermentation and aging.

The most common and popular Miso cooking is Miso Soup.

Miso soup usually contains ‘Dashi’ (fish or ‘Kombu’ seaweed broth), Tofu, vegetables and ‘Wakame’ seaweed besides Miso. We also cook with seafood or pork, but Miso soup is often a vegetarian dish.

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Your window on China and the World Visitors to Shanghai will soon find the city more closely resembling downtown New York and Hong Kong’s harbor area, as luxurious five-star hotels cluster together in the city, which is rapidly developing a large hotel market.

Mounting investment and development in the local hotel industry especially the high-end market are all too apparent. In the past year alone, the city has seen an unprecedented peak in openings and greenlightings of many upscale hotels. More than 10 five-star hotels with impressively splendid buildings were opened around outskirts such as Songjiang District, and in the city’s central area the People’s Square.

More luxury hotels will open over the next few years, as many international hotel brands have announced aggressive expansion plans in Shanghai. The Carlson Hotel Group, which now holds three Radisson hotels and one Regent here, will operate another Radisson outlet in the northwest of the city in October.

The InterContinental Group plans to add at least five more hotels to its current eight in the city in coming years. These new hotels will have a combined 1,813 guest rooms.

After introducing its two brands Meridien and Le Royal Meridien into the Shanghai market in 2006, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide will continue to grow, opening a Sheraton hotel and two Four Points by Sheraton by the middle of this year.

As a rapidly developing district, Pudong District has become a hotbed for hotels. But competition is even fiercer for those seeking a location in Lujiazui, an area adjacent to the Huangpu River that has become known as Shanghai’s new financial hub. Luxury hotel brands Four Seasons and the RitzCarlton have both announced plans to open a second outlet in this area, in addition to their existing hotels in Puxi. Starwood also plans to open a W Hotel in Lujiazui within the next two years.

“Shanghai has two separate markets in Pudong and Puxi. Pudong is growing very fast on its own business, while Puxi will continue to grow. I think we should be there (Pudong) to serve our guests, and many international brands think the same way,” says Ralph Grippo, vice-president of The Portman Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai. This hotel opened its doors in 1998 as the first outlet of the US-based Ritz-Carlton in the Chinese mainland. The new hotel in Pudong is scheduled to begin operations in 2009, and by then, the brand will operate seven hotels in China.

The expansion of major international hotel brands in Shanghai reflects the strong enthusiasm of hotel investors, many of whom are very active in the domestic real estate

industry. The Shimao Group, property owner of two large luxury hotels opened last year, will open a Hyatt Regency hotel at the North Bund this year, increasing its total number of guest rooms to 1,715.

According to Jimmy Qian, director of Shimao’s corporate affairs department, the company will operate four to five upscale hotels in Shanghai by 2010.

“Investing in hotel properties could bring relatively high returns. We believe that Shanghai will have a sustainable demand for luxury hotels,” Qian says.

Big international events, such as the 2010 World Expo to be held in Shanghai, are regarded as an important impetus for the growth of the local tourism sector and the hotel industry in general. The expo organizer estimates that the five-month expo period will attract 70 million visitors. Such a surge in visitors would place considerable demands on currently existing lodging facilities.

According to the Shanghai Municipal Tourism Commission, the city is expected to need a total of 400,000 hotel beds by 2010.

However, the commission’s statistics showed the figure was only about 260,000 in 2005.

Such news excites hotel developers. A research report recently released by Jones Lang Lasalle, a property and hotel investment consulting company, says there are at least 20 new upper-tier hotel projects under construction in Shanghai, all of which will be opened before 2010.

However, many international hospitality companies expanding their Shanghai presence say they are looking beyond the World Expo and are optimistic about the market’s long-term growth.

“I think what will be really interesting is what happens after the World Expo. Shanghai will continue to be a business and tourism destination for international travellers. Many people have only now just started coming to Shanghai and China, and more people

will come here, for leisure or business, or a combined purpose,” says Grippo, from the Ritz-Carlton.

“Shanghai is a major business hub, and its fast economic growth is why we think the market can support more hotels,” he adds.

But the market will become even more competitive in the future, says Volkmar Rurbel, general manager of the Hilton Shanghai. He added Hilton Group will open a fivestar-plus Conrad hotel in Shanghai’s fashion landmark area, Xintiandi, in 2008. Its Conrad is expected to encounter another luxury hotel, which will be operated by Dubai-based hospitality brand Jumeirah, in the same location, also to be opened in 2008.

Lily Ng, senior vice-president of Jone Lang Lasalle’s operation on the Chinese mainland, says the average hotel occupancy rate of Shanghai’s upscale hotels will not increase as fast as it did in the past, but the average room rate still has room for growth.

Their research shows the performance of Shanghai’s five-star hotels is on a “healthy” level. The average occupancy rate was 71.1 percent by the end of November 2006.

The average room rate was $224 a 40 percent increase from 2003 and a 4.4 percent increase from 2005 while RevPAR (revenue per available room) was $160.

The room rate in Shanghai’s hotel industry is ranked first in China and third in Asia, after Hong Kong and just barely after Tokyo, says Ng. “Shanghai is the pilot market for new hotel products and concepts. The same hotel brand can have multiple locations in the city,” she adds.

She makes a comparison that many hotel industry insiders would like to make: “Shanghai is a place like New York. It has lots of cosmopolitan travellers coming for business every day, and they are the customers targeted by luxury hotels.” ATM

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The Meaning of China (iii)

29 ASIA BUSINESS  By Ilan Alon

A newly powerful neighbor has Japan in fear and fascination.

Not everyone takes for granted that China will remain an economic superpower.

“China is simply an amalgamation of provinces, hinterlands, and different ethnic groups that now must be forged to achieve national economic integration,” says Newman of Nathan Associates. Dissent and regional rivalries will increase, and perhaps cause major disruptions. “China cannot pollute unabated and discriminate with a heavy hand forever.”

Newman continues that China’s history is marked by “arrogance, belligerence and then dramatic downfalls.” Newman is not alone in his worrisome view of an unstable China. A recent controversial (banned in China) book

by Gordon G. Chang, The Coming Collapse of China (Random House, 2001), echoes some of the same points. Chang argues that many of China’s people are discontented, its state-owned enterprises are dying, information is not controllable, China’s industrial policies reward the inept, its banks are failing, that WTO accession will trigger collapse, and that ideology and politics restrain progress.

While the prospects for Japan-China economic relations are promising, at least in the short term, and the two countries are experiencing deepening economic connection, there is also increasing potential for political conflicts. For example, Japan’s actions during WWII, and in particular the Nanjing Massacre (1937-1938) have never been adequately addressed by the Japanese leadership. Frequent visits by the political elite of Japan to the Yasukuni Shrine understandably angers the Chinese, who see it as proof that Japan refuses to renounce its militarist past. Even worse, notes Kuroda of Deutsche Bank: “When the president of Fuji Xerox commented that the prime minister’s visits to Yasukuni were bad for business, right-wingers threw a Molotov cocktail at his house and drove their trucks around his neighborhood blaring right-wing songs at 200 decibels.”

The Chinese have not forgotten or forgiven the harsh Japanese occupation of China and its experimentation with chemi-

cal and biological weapons. The bitter past and the present indignation have precluded Japan from winning infrastructure development bids such as the high-speed rails connecting Beijing and Shanghai and Olympicsrelated infrastructure development – despite Japan’s global renown in these areas.

China, however, must carry some of the blame. The ominous political tension between China and Taiwan may force Japan to take sides and to jeopardize economic relations.

China’s figures on defense spending are believed to be understated, comparable to Japan’s and rising fast. But Japan can only use its military for collective self-defense.

Recent U.S. overtures to Japan by the George W. Bush administration could be aimed at turning Japan into a military ally, similar to Britain, by allowing Japan to revise its constitution for a more activist role. The Chinese, meanwhile, are posturing in the South China Sea, making occasional naval incursions into Japanese waters, and building oil drilling platforms dangerously close to Japanese territory. In turn, Japanese rightwing politicians lash out at the Chinese; and the Chinese allow (perhaps even encourage) popular anger towards the Japanese. This type of contentious political environment is certainly a threat to bilateral relations.

To say that China violates intellectual property (IP) rights, including those of Japan, is axiomatic. The Chinese have benefited by copying the Japanese economic development model, its industries and its products.

“China and the other developing nations do not understand the intellectual property right issues. They will continue copying. They do not see anything wrong in doing so,” says K. Sam Tabuchi, director of the Enterprise Florida Japan Office in Tokyo and special advisor to the Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit Urban Land Institute. By some estimates, piracy accounts for 92% of all software used in mainland China, and China accounts for two-thirds of counterfeit goods worldwide. A legal environment that does not conform to international IP-protection

Ilan Alon, Ph.D., is the Petters Chair of International Business and Executive Director of Rollins China Center, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida. He is the author, editor, and co-editor of 10 books and over 100 published articles, chapters, and conference papers. His three recent books on China include Chinese Culture, Organizational Behavior and International Business Management (Greenwood, 2003), Chinese Economic Transition and International Marketing Strategy (Greenwood, 2003), and Business and Management Education in China: Transition, Pedagogy and Training (World Scientific, 2005).

standards can threaten investment relations and encourage unjust expropriation of Japanese knowledge-based resources. As a member of the WTO, Japan can enforce intellectual property rights through international courts, though the legal maneuvering will not forestall active entrepreneurial propertyrights’ violations in China for the foreseeable future.

Given the opportunities and threats that China poses, how should Japan respond?

According to Tabuchi, Japan should copy the U.S. economic model, moving away from its traditional manufacturing focus to advanced and service industries. The leadership in Japan is old fashioned, he says, focusing on past glory and missing the point that the economist Joseph Schumpeter championed long ago – creative destruction must happen for an economy to cope with changing global conditions. This point could help in solving some of the economic threats of China.

“Talks about China and Japan tend to focus single-mindedly on the highest tier of governmental relations - on the political level,” says Kim Beng Phar, a senior analyst at the Asian Center for Media Studies in Malaysia. What may be more useful in the future is creation of a multi-layered engagement that promotes dialog across and between many levels. These would include government-to-government relations but would also have think tanks on both sides talking to each other; as would universities, cultural organizations, corporations, tourism agencies non-governmental organizations, religious organizations and media organizations.

While no solution can be a complete panacea, the Japanese people, government, and businesses must face the reality and enigma that is China. Engaging China productively requires internal assessment, willingness to change, and behaviors that will encourage China to cooperate using relationships, diplomacy, patience and restraint. ATM

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Business Networking

Networking is an essential skill for everyone in every business.

The strong association between the entrepreneur as a person and their business demands that they go out into the world to create and maintain busrelationships.

With all the demands on our time made by our business, professional and personal lives, it is tempting to assign a lower priority to networking as an activity designed to meet new people. After all, we have so many commitments at the office and at home — to colleagues, family and friends — that it is difficult to set aside extra time to bring even more people into our lives.

This thinking would be wrong, however, on two levels. For one, we are constantly being introduced to new people anyway, every day, with no disruption to our schedules.

Secondly, by not consistently widening our circles of acquaintances and contacts, we may be severely curtailing our chances for advancement and success.

Why You Need to Network Networking is a way to make contacts.

These contacts may eventually lead to job opportunities. They may also help you find new employees when you are in a position to hire. These contacts may be a source of information about an area in which you are unfamiliar. You know one of your contacts specializes in this area so you can go to them for information.

Your network is made up of almost anyone you’ve ever met. Of course not everyone is part of your active network, but each person has the potential of leading you to other contacts. The relations within your network are bi-directional. In other words, one hand washes the other. Don’t hesitate to offer support as well as ask for it.

Members of Your Network Business Associates: As you move from job to job, you come in contact with colleagues

who are moving around as well.

Professional Associations: Don’t just join them. Become an active member, by serving on committees, so your colleagues can see you in action.

Friends and Family: Your brother-in-law’s uncle’s cousin may be a recruiter in your field.

Keep your family and friends apprised of your career goals.

Former Professors and Instructors: Your former professors and instructors were most likely professionals in your field. Some probably still are.

Former Classmates: College friends are now colleagues. Also, check out the alumni directory of your college (and of your fraternity or sorority, if it applies) for a wider range of contacts.

Keeping Your Network Alive You must keep it alive by staying in touch with your contacts. Use the telephone to make members of your network aware of job changes, promotions and similar situations.

Use snail mail and email to drop a note of thanks for a job lead or a reference. Also, remember to attend association meetings and special events.

Nina Yon, first year Vice President of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce speaks on her experience with networking within the organization, and the importance it plays in today’s business environment.

“Networking plays a critical role in the success of one’s professional life, regardless of which profession you are in. Networking events as it relates to the Asian American Chamber of Commerce helps the AsianNina Yon introduced Director General Owen Hsieh from Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami at the AACC Lunar New Year Dinner

Johnson Yon, Richard T. Crotty and Nina Yon met at a Networking event.

AACC’s participation in the annual Network Orlando event

American community succeed in developing contacts, solving problems, generate new business leads and achieving goals on both a personal and professional level. AACC fosters networking by scheduling monthly networking after-hour events and staying active with partner organizations such as the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce and the various minority organizations.” ”With 7 years of experience in the hospitality industry based in Taiwan and China; the active roles my parents, Johnson & Julie Young, have had in the various Taiwanese Chamber organizations in the Metro Orlando area; combined with the business contacts I have established while working for the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau in the last six years, I am anxious to help increase AACC’s visibility in the business community. Our organization represents a tremendous amount of financial impact within Orlando.”

The Asian American Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to represent and serve as the preeminent resource for Asian American businesses in Central Florida by positively contributing to the community through increased involvement in civic, business and government affairs, networking, promoting trade and investment, and keeping abreast of today’s increasingly dynamic business marketplace. ATM  Compiled By Suzy Guttler

Founded and incorporated in 1986, The Asian American Chamber of Commerce continues to outline its objectives to meet the needs of the evolving Asian American business community in Central Florida by providing opportunities and benefits to members, incorporating business support, networking opportunities, information resource, fun activities and cultural functions.

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The Art of War VI:

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Relative and absolute advantage Integration and coordination Regular way and odd way Hit egg with stone Winning by cultivating environment to create absolute advantage In Sun Tzu’s mind, the principles remained same regardless of quantities; in terms of commanding a mass or a small group. The fail proof strategy is to create an absolute advantage by maneuver the solid state against the empty state, like hitting an egg with a stone. The paradox is the regular way and the odd way. (See Figure 1) In general, whenever you have a battle, you would use the regular way to withstand your opponent and use the odd way to win the battle. A war veteran may use various ways to win the war in an unexpected way each time. Each execution may be as dynamic as the change of the weather and running rivers. However, it is based on the same principles; like fascinating decorations are based on a few basic colors or a wonderful grommet experience comes from a few fundamental tastes. (See Figure 2) There are only two tactics: regular

and odd, but the combination of those two will yield infinite possibilities.

The reason that a flood could move a heavy rock as easily as a feather is because the tendency of the water to flow is being leveraged. An eagle can catch its victim in a split second by using its speed, timing, and genius. A smart commander will create landslide momentum and attack in a fast pace for a brief period.

In the battle field, in order to survive in a world of confusion and uncertain outcomes, it is necessary to use organization and principles to transform fear to courage, weakness to strength, small to large. Organizations will dictate order or confusion. The forecast of the battlefield will yield courage or fear. The competitive advantage will determine who is weaker or stronger. A competent commander will command the opponent to be moved around until its elimination by cultivating the environment and creating an absolute competitive advantage.

This tendency can be related to the state of a piece of wood. If wood lies on a flat ground, it doesn’t move and thus has no power. However, the same piece of wood rolling down from a high mountain would create a tremendous power. This is so called, “tendency”. ATM

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The world’s fourth-largest cellphone manufacturer, Sony Ericsson, will be having some of its mobile telephones produced in India in order to profit from the booming market on the subcontinent. The Swedish-Japanese company announced in Stockholm that the two outsourcing partners, Lextronic and Foxconn, will be producing 10 million cell phones per year by 2009.

CEO Miles Flint announced at a press conference held with India’s Communications Minister Thiru Dayanidhi Maran in Madras that India was one of the fastest growing markets in the world and a priority market for Sony Ericsson with 105 million users of GSM mobile telephones today. The fourth largest company in the industry after Nokia, Motorola, and Samsung, Sony Ericsson will begin production in India starting with simple cell phones with color displays and midrange mobile telephones with music players for the Indian market.

On Jan 31, Sony Ericsson announced that it would be investing 100 million dollars in India each year over the next five years. Mats Granryd, who heads business for the company in India, said that this amount could even be increased depending on how the market develops. He said that the market was posting “phenomenal” growth. The number of Indians are using cell phones has risen from 10 million in 2002 to more than 140 million at the end of last November. By 2010, the government of India expects half a billion of its citizens to be using mobile phones.

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The Beauty Navigator is one of a number of techniques SHISEIDO has developed to enhance communication and present new ideas to customers.

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This allows for instant results and immediate feedback and input from both yourself and the Beauty Consultant. If you don’t like something you can refine it or change it all together. This is done with a dry makeover and not putting any actual product on your face.

When you decide on a final look the SHISEIDO Beauty Consultant can print out the picture of your simulated make over and provide you with a set of instructions.

Cell Phones Scoop

XpressMusic The Nokia 5300 XpressMusic is a music player phone in a slide design. It looks very much like a funky version of the Nokia 6111. Let’s hope that it’s better than that inside!

So, first impressions ... the 5300 has a nice compact design that is good to hold. There are dedicated music keys on the outside (play, pause, forward & rewind) and a camera key, so many of the phone’s functions can be accessed without opening the slide. The display is outstandingly good.

Obviously music is at the heart of the 5300 so let’s talk about that next. The 5300 has a high-quality stereo music player that supports all the main digital audio formats: MP3, Midi, AAC, AAC+, enhanced AAC+, and WMA. There is also a stereo FM radio. The Nokia Stereo Headset HS-47 is included in the sales package. There is also support for a stereo Bluetooth headset (available separately).

A memory card is supplied in the sales package (size varies) and the memory can be expanded to 2 Gbytes (enough to store 1,500 songs).

As well as the music capabilities, the 5300 has all the other functions that we have come to

 Compiled by Eddie Chan

expect from a phone. The built-in camera has a resolution of 1.3 megapixels, and there’s a video recording option too. The phone supports voice commands and has a voice recorder too. You can use the voice recorder to record a message and send it to another phone using Nokia’s Audio Messaging system. Internet access is fast, using EDGE, and a basic web browser is supplied.

Connectivity options include Bluetooth, USB and infrared, and a CD is supplied to let you manage files and transfer your music from PC to phone.

Battery life is average, and probably compares reasonably well with an iPod when it comes to playing music.

The Nokia 5300 XpressMusic is one of the very first phones in Nokia’s new XpressMusic range, which is clearly intended to rival Sony Ericsson’s Walkman range of phones. It will appeal to Nokia fans who might have been tempted to defect to Sony Ericsson. The 5300 XpressMusic is in some ways quite different to the SE Walkman range, but as a music phone it holds its own, and is recommended. We look forward to more XpressMusic phones in the future.

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Life in Style  By Suzy Guttler

Spruce up for Spring

Spring makeup is all about fresh, youthful color!

Paint from a palette of pastels, smooth on shimmer creams, and don’t sacrifice the SPF. As the flowers bloom and nature regains its color, so should your face.

Since springs’ so fresh and young, forego the contouring and sculpting you may have done in the winter, or may do again in the summer with bronzer. Smile big. Use a peachy-pink blush (complementary to all skin tones) to brighten your cheeks. Cream and liquid blushers melt into the skin best and look like the most natural flush. Using this color will make you look alert and happy, even after daylight saving’s time goes into effect. We could all use a little help then.

You can top with a dusting of gold shimmer powder for glow and you’re done! Walk out the door feeling confident, carefree, Soft pink lips is also easy to wear and always chic, a nudish pink is great with a subdued makeup look. It’s the perfect balance between bright and muted – absolutely stunning!

We like the L’Oreal Cashmere Perfect Blush – its’ goes on sheer and looks super natural. $8 at drugstores.

Lancome’s Juicy Gelée Crystal-Clear lip gloss in Pink Lollipop is fun, tasty and perfectly glossy for spring. $16.50 at Lancome counters.

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Eastern healers have been treating everything from cancer to memory loss with ginseng root for thousands of years.

In the mid 90’s, it gained big time popularity in the United States as an energy supplement found in teas and sodas. Now, it’s also used to boost skin care – it increases circulation and tightens skin – and the kicky scent is both spicy and refreshing.

For a gold shimmer finish, Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact provides a truly glamorous glow. $38 at bobbibrown.com.

Beech Tree & Ginseng Daily Moisture Treatment -an extragentle pore minimizing lotion that feels cools and tingly as you rub it in. Naturopathica.com.

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LIFE IN

Celeb File:

Kelly Ann Hu 胡凱麗

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii on February 13, 1968 to Herbert and Juanita Hu, Kelly is of Chinese, English, and Hawaiian descent. She has held a lifelong interest in singing and dancing, and took her successful cousin in Japan as her role model in the entertainment industry.

In 1985, Kelly entered the Miss Teen USA contest, and remembers her mother telling her that America was not ready for an Asian as such a prominent role model. However, she became the first Asian American to win the title.

Kelly worked hard gaining popularity in Japan and Italy. In 1987, she moved to Los Angeles and began her acting career with a guest starring role on the sitcom Growing Pains. Hu followed this with appearances on TV series such as Night Court, Tour of Duty, 21 Jump Street, and Melrose Place and her first movie role in Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan. Afterwards, Kelly was cast as police officers Michelle Chan in the television series Nash Bridges (1997–1998) and Pei Pei “Grace” Chen on Martial Law (1998–2000). Her subsequent movie appearances include The Scorpion King (2002), Cradle 2 the Grave (2003) and X2 (2003).

Kelly Hu, a member of CAUSE USA, an organization which encourages Asian Americans to participate in the democratic process, was instrumental in creating the innovative PSA The Least Likely. This clip purports to be a promo for a typical fantasy-adventure movie, only to reveal its message at the end.

It aired on MTV and other networks with appeal to young people and Asian Americans.

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Editor’s Pick Spring Fling!

Totally loving some of spring’s freshest looks in flats—Woven Flats, Printed Ballet Flats, and Gladiators. They’re easy to walk in and will take you everywhere this spring break, from strolling through the Hawaiian sands, to an afternoon of retail therapy on Rodeo Drive. Absolutely want:

An adorable sailor-girl look: crisp cotton canvas with bright turquoise stripes.

Patent-leather-trim canvas “Lauren Stripe,” $108, Dru New York, djpremium.com.

Appealingly subdued with a sprinkling of graphic white dots.

Canvas “Don’t Be Shy,” $48, BC Footwear, oliveandbettes.com.

In January 2007, Kelly began appearing in a full time role on the TV series In Case of Emergency. She plays Kelly Lee, a Korean-American woman who accidentally reunites with her high school classmates, yet realizes none of them grew up according to their high school plans.

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Lights, Camera, Action!

At the Los Angeles Chinatown

Enjoy elements of Chinese history, diversity and cultures, including wonderful food and music at  By Suzy Guttler the Los Angeles Chinatown.

▲ A Hollywoodized version of Shanghai

▲Great bargains in the shops

▲Entrance into the Central Plaza

►The Foo Chow Restaurant as seen in the Rush Hour movie ►LA Chinatown has now become a popular tourist destination

Welcome to Hollywood In the 1930s, under the efforts of Chinese American community leader Peter Soo Hoo, the design and operational concepts for a New Chinatown evolved through the collective community process, resulting in a blend of both Chinese and American architecture.

The Los Angeles Chinatown saw major development, especially as a tourist attraction, with the development of the “Central Plaza”, a Hollywoodized version of Shanghai. Chinatown was designed by Hollywood film set designers and a “Chinese” movie prop was subsequently donated by the legendary film director Cecil B. DeMille to give Chinatown an exotic atmosphere.

Rush Hour The movie Rush Hour, starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, was filmed on location in the Los Angeles Chinatown. A local Chinese restaurant featured in the film, Foo Chow Restaurant, mentions the fact on its enthusiastic mural by labeling it the “bestseller movie.” The filming location was at the Central Plaza, with surrounding shops and restaurants.

Attractions Chinatown Heritage and Visitors Center provides exhibits, which include historic pho-

tos and archeological artifacts, as well as a library and bookshop, focused on the history of Chinese Americans in Southern California.

Bamboo Plaza is home to the famous Empress Pavilion Restaurant featuring Cantonese cuisine and dim sum. Bamboo Plaza also has a variety of shops.

For those with a sweet tooth, the Phoenix Bakery is the oldest and largest bakery in Chinatown with a citywide reputation for its strawberry whipped cream cakes.

Be enchanted by the quaint walkways and tiny shops at Central Plaza. Hear the sounds of clicking mahjong tiles from upstairs windows and open doors, where many of Chinatown’s family associations hold their social meetings. A popular place for filming, Central Plaza is also known for,” a statue of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, founder of the Republic of China, and a wishing well dating to 1939.

Saigon Plaza, Chinatown Plaza and Dynasty Center is where Chinatown’s newest ethnic Chinese immigrants from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos own most of the shops and stalls. These bazaars offer great bargains on clothing, toys, and knickknacks of all kinds.

Cathay Bank, the first Chinese American-owned bank in Southern Califor-

nia. Established in 1962, Cathay Bank has grown to be one of the strongest banks in the Region with offices throughout California and other states.

The Far East Plaza is considered the first modern ethnic shopping mall in America.

Originally a retail plaza exclusively for food, Far East Plaza still houses several restaurants serving varying styles of Regional cuisine that can be found nowhere else in Chinatown. A pharmacy and acupuncturist are also located inside.

As you walk south on North Broadway, notice the Chinatown Gateway. This monument stands 25 feet high, featuring twin dragons appearing to descend from the clouds while resting on four steel pillars. Built in 2001, the design symbolizes luck, prosperity and longevity, a popular theme in Chinese Art. Events Yearly, Chinatown hosts a lively celebration for the Lunar New Year and a “Taste of Chinatown” event where visitors can sample the area’s wonderful cuisine. You can also find plenty of shopping here – Chinatown boasts large plazas and street shops!

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Lunar New Year Dinner Celebration 2007  By Suzy Guttler

What a crazy celebration!

The Chinese Lunar New Year was celebrated with much enthusiasm last February 18th, 2007 at the Crazy Buffet - Asian Fusion Buffet. The “New Year Dinner Celebration” welcomed 700 attendees from across Central Florida with performances including Dragon Legend’s Acrobatics, Wah Lum Temple Lion Dance, Chinese School Students’ Kung Fu Demonstration, Chinese School Girls’ Acrobatic Dance, and capped with a Lucky Raffle drawing for all attendees.

This year’s event was hosted by the Chinese American Association of Central Florida, in association with the Asian American Chamber of Commerce. For more information on upcoming events and on joining these organizations, please contact Agnes Chau at (407) 648 0880 or Becky Szymanski at (407) 540 0707.

Wah Lum Demo Team Chinese School of CAACF students special performances

Dragon Legend Acrobatic Team

Board Members of Chinese American Association of Central Florida Dr. Gary King Echo King Pauline Ho Judy Nguyen Kitty Byron Agnes Chau Shally Wong Gary Lau

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Asian American Chamber of Commerce Board Members with the Taipei Economic and Cultural OfďŹ ce Director General Mr. Owen Hsieh and Mrs. Hsieh.

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Authentic Chinese Cultural Show More than 200 guests came to Winter Park 9th Grade Center for the Authentic Chinese Cultural Show, organized by the Chinese American Association of Central Florida on February 24, 2007. The performances included Northern Lion Dance, Magic Show and Jing Dance Opera. The Chinese School of CAACF dancing troop had the opportunity to perform with the team on stage.

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Tết Festival

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Vietnamese Lunar New Year

Organized by Vietnamese Association of Central Florida

 Oanhie Pham  Photos by Gary Lau and Tami Tran

▼UCF Volunteers: Christina Ly, Ricky Ly and Phung Tran

▼UCF Volunteers: Chris Decarlo, Charity Thach and Monica Mai

◄Shally Wong and Thuong Nguyen “Cuc” Foshee

Around late January to early February every year, the Vietnamese people celebrate the beginning of the Lunar New Year. This celebration is known as Tet, and many traditions follow. Wearing red symbolized good luck and money is given in small red envelopes (also known as li xi). Homes are decorated with yellow spring blossoms and are also cleaned to sweep out bad fortune.

Many Vietnamese families are spread out across Central Florida. Tet, as celebrated in Vietnam, allows friends and families to greet one another as soon as they walk out of their homes.

Over here in the United States, celebrations usually take place in a centralized location where the Vietnamese community usually gathers.

Hundreds from Central Florida’s Vietnamese community as well as others flocked to the yearly Tet Festival held at the Central Florida Fairgrounds. During the 17th and 18th of February, local residents were able to experience a part of the Lunar New Year. Festivities included carnival prize games for the kids, as well as the Vietnamese beauty pageant.

Young women between the ages of 16-24 were able to compete against one another for the title of Miss Vietnamese Florida. The traditional Vietnamese dress, which is called the “ao dai”, was seen on all the contestants. The ao dai each contestant wore were beautifully presented, and varied in style and color.

Third place went to Kim Tran, who received a tiara, trophy, and 500 dollars. Quynh Nguyen made second place, giving her a tiara, trophy, and 1000 dollars. First place winner Tran Anh Thu earned the crown and a $2000 cash prize. Participant Lisa Le won Miss Congeniality, and June Nguyen was Miss Photogenic.

Some of the traditional Vietnamese dishes were available for purchase during the festival, and a few of the local restaurants were also there to give other food choices for those who attended the festival.

Tet is one of the most celebrated times in Vietnam, bringing families and friends together. Having Tet Festivals here give the whole Vietnamese community yet another reason to rejoice and unite, regardless of religion or background. ATM

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The 15th Annual

Vietnamese Lunar Year Festival 2007 Organized by St. Philip Van Minh Catholic Church

 Photos by Gary Lau and Peter Lau

Feb. 3rd 10 am – Midnight Feb. 4th 10 am – 5 pm at the Central Florida Fairground West Colonial Dr., Orlando, Florida.

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Thomas Nguyen and Karen Nguyen from Saigon Radio

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ASIAN ASSOCIATIONS Asian American Chamber of Commerce 407-540-0707 or email to beckyaaccfl@yahoo.com www.asianamericanchamber.org Asian American Heritage Council — “Together we accomplish more!” www.aahc-cfl.org ATAYAL Contact Tony Coolidge 321-206-8040. www.atayal.org Ch’an Buddhism Orlando Chapter www.ddmba.org Tel: 407-538-6491 chihho2004@yahoo.com Chinese American Association of Central Florida (CAACF) 中佛州中美協會 www.orlandochinese.com Chinese American Association of Tampa Bay 天柏灣中美協會 www.tampabaycaat.org Chinese Language Teachers Association Florida Chapter (CLTA-FL) www.clta-fl.org

The Evergreen Club 長青社

2250 Principal Row, Orlando.

Email Janet Nguyen at janet35255@earthlink.net

Guang Ming Temple Chinese School 佛州光明寺光明學院

2250 Principal Row, Orlando, FL 32837 Tel: 407-240-9009

Han Foundation

www.hanwaves.org

Hindu Society of Central Florida

1994 Lake Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707 407-699-5277 www.hindutempleorlando.org

USF Vietnamese Student Association www.myspace.com/usfvsa Contact Phuc Pham, VSA President, pham2@mail.usf.edu

United Chinese Association of FL 佛州華人聯合協會

305-345-8489 UCAF@bellsouth.net www.MiamiDragonBoat.com

Vietnamese Professionals Association (VPA)

Organization of Chinese Americans – South Florida Chapter 美華協會

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Contact Teri Mitchell at teri_mitchell@hotmail.com Winnie Tang PO Box 56-2124, Miami, FL 33256 305-753-8791

Orlando Chinese Professionals Association (OCPA) 奧蘭多中國專業人仕協會 www.ocpa-usa.org

Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Orlando 大 奧 蘭 多 台 灣 商 會

Chinese School of Tomorrow 明曰中文學校

UCF Asian Student Association

http://www.ocst.org

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J.Club— Japan oriented organization

Chinese School of CAACF 中佛州中華學校 www.orlandochineseschool.org

UCF Vietnamese American Student Association

Contact Paul Liau at 407-566-9478 www.ucfasa.org

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REGULAR Linedance with style— At Casselberry Senior Center (at Secret Lake Park, 200 N. Triplet Lake Dr., Casselberry 32707): Every Monday (for beginners) from 7:30~9:30pm; and Thursday (for more advanced), 7~9:30pm. $5 per person.

At L. Claudia Allen Senior Center (1840 Mable Butler Ave., Orlando 32805): Every Friday (for beginners), 1:30~3:00pm. Donation accepted.

Contact Ivan and Cecilia Mao at 407-222-8747 or mao.ivan@gmail.com.

Orlando Badminton Club— Every Wednesday (6:30-10pm), Friday (6:30-9pm) and Sunday(12:30-4pm) at Orlando Fitness & Racquet Club, 825 Courtland St (by Lee Rd and I-4). Contact Krishna Balwalli at 407-361-4735 or email kbalwalli@hotmail.com.

Qi Gong Practice— Come and learn every Sunday at 10am Lake Eola in Orlando, FL. Located on the east side of Lake near the gazebo. Call Mark at 407-235-5828 for details. www.falundafa.org Ch’an Buddhism Meditation—D h a r m a D r u m M o untain Bud dhi s m A s s o c i a t i o n ( D D M B A ) m o n t h l y C h ’ a n m e d i tation and Bud d h i s m s t u d y wi l l b e h e l d o n l s t S a t u r d a y e v e r y month at He r n d o n L i b r a r y on 4 3 2 4 E . C o l o n i a l D r . , O r l a n d o, Fl 32803, 10: 0 0 a m - 1 2 : 3 0 p m , 407-538-6491

International Folk Festival presented by the Rotary Club of Casselberry - April 14 (Sat), 2007 from 4pm to 9pm at the Casselberry City Hall Complex located at 95 Triplet Lake Drive. A day of celebration and sharing of the world’s culture: Art, Crafts, Dance, Music, and Ethnic Foods and Drinks. Bringing together our diverse community to advance international understanding, goodwill, and peace through world fellowship.” Free admission. For more information about the International Folk Festival, contact Hank Lander, Event Chairman, at 407-699-7442 or HankLander@earthlink.net. For more information about the shows of the Festival, contact Ivan L. Mao, Entertainment Coordinator, at 407-222- 8747 or Mao.Ivan@gmail.com A China Trade Mission: Business from the Inside - June 15-30, 2007.

Not just another “get on the bus, get off the bus” “meet, greet, eat, retreat” tour.

Come with us to China! Bring your walking shoes, pack your business cards, and roll up your sleeves. We promise this won’t be just another business trip! www.wudang.com/English/Services/ChinaMission/ChinaMission.html

Ce n t r a l F l o r i d a T a b l e T e n n i s C l u b —meets every Friday, 6-10pm at Conway United Methodist Church - 3401 S. Conway Rd. Orlando, Fl 32812. All levels of players are welcome. We play for fun, and also offer Professional coaching and a Robot for training. Please call Adam at 407-854-6301 or www.owpttc.org.

Tai Chi with “Madame Wu”—Every Wednesday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Osceola County Council on Aging, 1099 Shady Lane, (minutes from the Turnpike entrance in St. Cloud). $1 donation. For more information, contact Madame Wu at 407-738-7001 or O.C.C.A. at 407-846-8532 As i a n S o c i a l O r l a n d o —We meet and grow together in Orlando.

Asian Social Orlando. Mi Hoshino 407-947-2031

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SPECIAL Miss Florida Asia Pageant organized by Organization of Chinese Americans and United Chinese Association of Florida – Mar 24 (Sat), 2007 at North Miami Beach Performing Arts Theater – 17011 NM 19 Ave, North Miami Beach, FL 33162. For more information, call 305-753-8791 or email to MissFloridaAsia@aol.com.

Indiafest of Greater Orlando presented by Hindu Society of Central Florida – March 31 (Sat), 2007 from 11am – 7pm at 1994 Lake Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707 407-699-5277.

Free Admission. Parking Fee - $5. Come and have fun in this annual celebration with games, jewellery, Indian Dresses, Indian food, entertainment program. Visit www.hindutempleorlando.org for more information.

Orchid Show and Sale – April 6-8, 2007, 9am – 5pm 4603 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando. Beautiful Orchid exhibits, hundreds of plants for sale, cultural seminars, and door prizes.

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