Learnt Chinese "delicate style" painting for 10 years since 9, under guide of 3 tutors. The last one is very famous in China. When in college, I won a few awards and earned some pocket money. I do have gift on it.

The biggest pity in my life is that I went to business school instead of arts college. Mum warned me:"Usually artists are poor." I followed her advice.

Later, I began to buy all books I'm interested in. Sort of a book collector. Prefer to writing notes on those books while reading.

During high school time, I was chosen to become a member of Beijing Young Writer Association. Met some famous authors there. I have a few friends who are either poets or writers. Literature is my 2nd love.

Another pain in my life is that I quit my dream to be a journalist, since Mum told me it's hard for most journalists to make a better living. (Before age 16, I was a Mum's girl.)

My friends and I went to parties often. It was so enjoyable to dance with your partner with beautiful songs or music, so excited to choose the most impressive skirt and the color of make-up, and so pleasant to hear "Shall we dance?".

I got used to dance elegantly for a long time standing only on toes. It does need skills. I even took some courses to polish my poses and manners.

Favorite actor: Russell Crowe, Jude Law, Joseph Finnes, Ralph Finnes, AL Pachino, Robert De Niro, Michael Douglus, Pierce Brosnan, Antonio Banderas, Jonny Depp, Bruce Willis, Van Kilmer, Kevin Costner, Sean Cornery, Hugh Grant, Kevin Spacy, Ewan McGregor.

While in China, I had personal or business tours to many cities and resorts. Love costal cities more. While in USA, I visit friends in other cities during school break, or go to some fun resorts with friends.

As soon as I have mood, money, and time, I pack and go. No matter whether it's a short weekend or a long vacation, whether it's a sunny day or rainy day. Sometimes feel like a professional traveller, pack quick, move quick, ready to go at anytime.

My dad is an excellent chef at home. I guess I inherit cooking talent from him. My sister even has a certificate in cooking field.

When I stayed with my family, I rarely cook, since everybody else is an expert. Later when I lived alone, I dined out almost everyday, either alone or with other friends. However...after I moved to USA and graduated from school, I began to cook at home.

So I keep balance here: sometimes dine out with friends, sometimes cook by myself. Both are fun. I might not be experienced enough at cooking, but I'm definitely creative.

After talking about food, we must talk about sports. Weight problem has almost been bugging every woman.

One summer day in Beijing a couple of years ago, I suddenly realized that a nice body could make any clothes (T-shirt or nightgown)look gorgeous. From then on, I began to do exercise on routine basis.

I like swimming, steps, squash, bowling, tennis, etc. Go to gym often. Enjoy playing handy dumb bells at home.