Leap of Faith.

Every time when I meet someone new, people will eventually ask me why have I chosen to do Patisserie and Cuisine in Paris. And my answer will always be Passion.

It has been almost a year since I arrive in Paris, 9 months and 7 days to be exact. About 3 more months, I will officially be here for 1 year. I am starting to call Paris my home to be honest.

A city with a purpose to live everyday. I have once blogged about why I chose to come to Paris in my old blog page but I am just thinking maybe I should blog it again here. It also serves as a reminder for myself again.

So here it goes,

I was applying for universities after my A-Levels. So during that time I went to work as a barista and later on I started my online cake shop, which is Ann's Wonderbar. That was when I realized I love baking for more than just a hobby. So I told myself, I will do this for once and for all. Doing it for myself and for what I love.

It is normal that the world tells you to do what they think is right or maybe I should put it in another way where people tend to follow the crowd. The world says it is better to be an engineer, a Doctor or and accountant. Well, the list just goes on and on. And I have heard about things like, only dumb people will become a "cook"/chefs,

I really just want to say, never allow the world to define what you are and what you love. Everyone has a right to chase after their dreams. Be courageous and take a leap of faith. Because I have came to realize that the worst way to live a life is to live under the expectations of others. To always wanting to please every single person.

We only live once you see, why not live it to the fullest.

I do not know where I will be in 10 years time to be honest, but one thing for sure I know is right now I am living a dream. And I am working hard to create the future I want instead of sitting around wondering what it will be like.

Living in Paris has definitely opened up my perspective towards life and people. I have met alot of great people with great talents. It gives me the desire to keep learning and wanting to be better each day.

Which is the reason why I have decided to do French cuisine as well. I am never a big fan of cooking meats honestly but I told myself I am not setting any boundaries before me. I am going to challenge myself and push myself through my limitations. Making a weakness into my strength is what I always hope to achieve. Not to compete against others but to compete against myself from yesterday.

Be bold and courageous ! Life is to short to be wasted. :)

Ann L.