Back to School Essentials
August, the last week of Summer holiday.
I still remember the mood at the end of this month, I'm more like rushing all my holiday assignments, spending every single day with friends and enjoying the last week of "freedom and happiness".
However, a new school year always fizzes with excitement. We have new plans, new things that we want to achieve... Here is a list of essentials I wish I've prepared before the school year start.
又到了開學前的最後一個星期。記得當年還要上學的我，總是到這個星期才急急的把所有作業做完，再每一天也和朋友們約會唱K踏單車... 希望把最好一星期的自由和快樂好好利用。
不過，新的學年其實也是新一頁的開始。一連串的計劃、歷程才剛剛展開。「工欲善其事，必先利其器」- 雖則這個可能是購物的借口，不過有些東西我的確覺得是必須擁有的。例如：每天也會用到的環保水樽、餐具、飲管；上課用的文具、筆記本；一對好的眼鏡和電腦保護幕等等。這些小物，除了實用，其實也代表著你擁有自己的一個Statement、是屬於自己生活態度。
1. Reusable Water Bottle & Utensils Set
We tend to buy plastic water bottles whenever we are thirsty - no matter it is in the morning or after a sports lesson, because of it is so convenient. Even if more people tried to recycle, it still does not help a lot - studies show that in Hong Kong, we are disposing a large amount (5.28 million) of water bottle every single day!
I strongly recommend that everyone should have bring their own "To-go" wares - from water bottle, to knife, forks, chopsticks... or even straw. It is a way more "fashionable" way of loving and protecting the world.
These items are my recent-favourite and I always remind myself to make sure I got these before I leave home:
Memo Bottle - I love how slim it is to put in a school bag...
Klean Kanteen Insulated Tumbler - Best for Coffee!
Tiger Stainless Steel Bottle - Great for chilly weather.
Bucket Straw - Great concept founded in HK, Stainless eco-friendly straw
Knife & Fork from Japan
And yes, you alone will make a difference. Eco-friendly is the new black.
2. Note Book & Stationery
It is just so important keeping a notebook!
Not only apply to school life, but these two things are on the top list of my "essentials" list. Notes taking, writing down inspirations & thoughts, schedule planning, setting different reminders... Although we are now so convenient by accessing the phone, I still prefer the traditional way. I become more self-aware when I go through what is in my mind, making sure and visualizing what to do and what needed to be done. Extremely useful for creative inspirations, too! I like to draw a mind-maps when I am brainstorming.
And I love returning to my notebook regularly to see what were in my mind, what lessons I have learnt, and how I become the person I am today.
Recently I'm using:
Moleskine Ruled Soft Notebook - I prefer ruled because I just love a tidy notebook!
Muji Planted Paper Monthly Schedule Notebook
Moleskine Classic Click Ball Pen 1.0 White
HAY #HAYPENCIL - The best pencil with a cover!
3. A Pair of Quality Glasses
There might be a lot of cheap options in the market, but are you really seeing your best and doing everything you can to protect your eyesight?
Cheap glasses could cause eyestrains, skin irritation, or even harm your eye-sight. Imagine you are wearing your glasses every day but they do more harm than good to your eyesight? Go to a knowledgeable optician and he could explain to you what you need to know - get fully protect your eyes for a lifetime of good vision. They usually offer warranty and after-services so that you can always make sure your pair of glasses are in the best condition. Start to love and protect your eyes more from today!
Savile Row Eyewear London - Their Opticians are professional and helpful! I have been wearing this glasses for two years and they are still in very good condition. Love their collection of stylish yet classic frames from all over the world, too.
4. Decorated Laptop Cover
I have been searching for a protective cover for my laptop and last year I got this from cover-up - a real stone skin for your computer. It just "naturally" stands out! People keep asking where did I got this from... and I just love it so much. It is extremely thin and beautiful.
What are your essentials? Are they more or less same to mine?
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I hope you enjoy the last week of holiday and have a fresh new start in September!
Loves,