Little Pf is a multi-tasker - she flies, eats, reads, listens to music

and dozes off, all at the same time.

Little Pf, Peifen's evil twin

Little Pf was created to document our production journey in drawings. Peifen calls her her evil twin. In other words, she gets to live out her "inner evils" through Little PF. But in this picture, Little PF is harmlessly sitting in the neighborhood of the Tokyo skateboard artists (Episode 7) kindly feeding a stray cat.

Not The Usual

Making So Simple 2 has opened our eyes to many interesting things and places we normally wouldn't have discovered or included in our plans if we were to go on holidays guided by our "trusty" travel books (which mainly introduce the commercial touristy spots and things). The objective of the show led us to dip deeper and search for people who do things a little differently and yet are able to make an impact in our lives. People Tree in Tokyo Jiyugaoka is one of them. http://www.peopletree.co.jp/

Burger Hangout

Months after our return from Tokyo we're still talking about this great burger hangout. We only ate there once and the impression lasted since. Freshness Burger outlets are not as commonly seen in Tokyo as Mos Burger but we managed to find this one in the Harajuku District. It's one of those nondescript, neigborhood looking establishments but the food is good, judging by everyone's feedback. You may want to check out http://www.freshnessburger.co.jp/ for outlet addresses.

Caught the last episode of the repeat telecast of So Simple 1 last Saturday. Did anyone see it too? Nice right? I know, I know, being one of the production team members I shouldn't be saying this myself. But who can help it? I'm so beaming with pride, and humility goes on vacations, everytime I think or talk about the show.

But seriously, if you asked me, what is it about the show I'm so proud about, I tell you, one of the reasons is the fact that we managed to fight hard to pull a show which by industry standard was considered too niche. It was just not that kind of show that started with a commercial intention. We didn't set out to draw a big audience. We knew it wouldn't. But, what's most important is we managed to attract the right one. And that alone is enough to count as the best thing ever for a production.

台北诚品书店

Eslite 诚品 bookstore is easily one of the major attractions of Taipei. I'm sure anyone who's been to Taipei knows about it. For those who don't, our So Simple team strongly recommends the place. The bookstore is not only a delightful haven for booklovers, it also caters to shoppers looking for interesting gifts, stationeries and even fashion, depending on which outlet you go to. For So Simple 2, we visited both 敦南and信义outlets. This one in the picture is 敦南. Though older and smaller, it's not lacking in character and excitement. The other outlet 信义is newer and many times bigger. Yet despite its massive interior, no thoughtful details are spared. The store is amazingly well designed and conducive for booklovers. It is one of the most friendly bookstores I have ever been. The entire store is littered with seats at every corner, and you are even welcome to sit out on the steps. They just want to make you feel comfortable. And like their name in Chinese, they are also very sincere. Due to our busy filming schedules, 诚品turned out to be our favorite hangout whenever we needed to unwind after work. Reason being their late hours. Go check out the details at http://www.poeticlifejourney.blogspot.com/ if you are planning a trip to Taipei.

"Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions." - Albert Eistein

The Poetic Rides

During the making of So Simple 2, we were often on the road, traveling from one destination to another to cover the profiles who stayed in different parts of the cities.

And during many of the those rides, I was always wide awake and compelled to snap pictures of the irresistable views outside. At times, Peifen would oblige me. Or rather, she was daydreaming and lost in her own world, and I would snap some cool pictures of her.

(* Pictures clockwise from left : 1) on our way to Narita airport, leaving Tokyo 2) Peifen looking seriously lost in her own world 3) our first taxi ride from Brown's field to Kitta's cottage 4) Tokyo was drizzling as we headed for Jiyugaoka to film People Tree)

That day in Tokyo, while we were filming So Simple 2, I sat where Peifen is sitting in this picture. The spot was near the treehouse cafe featured in episode 7. It was in a very quiet and simple neighborhood, despite being smack in the middle of the city. The buildings, all not more than 5 storeys tall, were quietly leaning on one another. Looking neighborly, like old friends. The sprightly looking vending machines made passers-by stop in their tracks and take the time to glance over the neighborhood as they waited for their drinks. As I sat there with a can of warm milk tea in my hand, I noticed nothing special nor nothing shouting for attention. Yet, in that state of nothingness, there was a strong feeling of peace and comfort. And in that state of peace and comfort, I was able to see beauty in everything. That beauty which is introverted and diginified. And Tokyo has plenty.

Places We Stayed While Making So Simple 2

Big or small, pricey or budget, all these places we stayed while filming So Simple 2 were a wonderful and unforgettable experience. Many thanks to our supportive sponsors!

Some Fond Memories

You Don't Want To Miss...

the last episode of So Simple. No matter what you plan to do or where to go tomorrow, you have to remember to fit in a date with us at 9.30 or 11.30pm. You won't be disappointed. See you tomorrow!

ps: and thanks for reminding, Diet. Yes there's a re-run for So Simple 1 on Saturdays at 11am.

Sneak into Ep 6

What you will see in episode 6 is one of the most unique and unforgettable experiences our team often talks about among ourselves. We have travelled far and wide and have seen many in our years of professional experience but this has got to be one of those encounters that will remain in our minds for a very long time. Tell us what you think after you've watched it.

第五集 - 赤兰茶园

第三集

Images from Episode 3

第二集 Episode 2

Some behind-the-scene images of what you just saw in Episode 2. For more details, please refer to http://www.poeticlifejourney.blogspot.com/

Accidentally Erased...

My apologies to some of you who wrote us very nice comments about our show in the earlier post "We Have A Great Audience". What happened was, I was sorting and organising the blog, clearing up some older posts and accidentally erased that one as well... sigh. Aniwaes, I still remember the nice things you all said there, but if you want to write them again, that would be really really nice.

第一集

The beach featured is in Noosa, situated 150km North of Brisbane at the furtherest North point of the Sunshine Coast.

The Perfect Way to watch So Simple

Ideally, So Simple should be enjoyed in a lazy afternoon with a cup of warm milk tea, a piece of comforting cake and the gentle rain quietly tapping and trickling like a perfect soundtrack. The epitome of pure and simple luxury!

ps 1: I can't resist quoting a comment made by one of our viewers :
"...So Simple 就好像是慵懒的午后那一杯滋润的下午茶，让观众看后觉得真的生活的脚步放慢了，该好好思考自己的一切。。。"
ps 2 : that piece of "victorian sponge" cake was made by Peifen and it tasted really yummy! We have a great patissier in the making!

其实不简单

Today 11 Jan. So Simple 2 will telecast on 22 Jan, 11 days from today. 30 days of pre-production since May. 35 days, 12 hour each day, on location in 4 different cities between July and November. 20 days of post-production before epsiode 1 on Jan 22. And many more xxx days of struggle and sleepless nights for the producers and editors for the next 7 episodes to follow .... It is actually not So simple afterall....


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