Book Quote:
In German, we have a saying: Wenn schon, denn schon. Roughly translated, it means "If you're going to do something, DO IT. Go all out."
Arnold Schwarzenegger, “WENN SCHON, DENN SCHON” in BE USEFUL
About me: Hi, my name is Alice. I’m a Malaysian polyglot and book blogger living in Huskvarna, Sweden. I moved to Sweden from Singapore with my (Singaporean) cat, Mister Pops, in August 2021.
When not working, I read voraciously, sketch, indulge in photography, and experiment with foreign languages. I speak English, Malay, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, and some Italian. I’m steadily improving my Swedish.
Listening to vinyl on my Mitsubishi DP-200 from the 1980s is one of my favorite activities. I own a small collection of records, and my favorite is 花樣年華 In The Mood For Love Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. In December 2023, I acquired a vintage gramophone record player—the HMV 102—from the 1930s.
About the blog: Started off as aliceteh.com in 2005, this virtual space—now close to 20 years old—has evolved into alicetehlarsson.se. I created it to connect with fellow readers, language learners, hobbyists and just about anyone to share my love for books, art, music, beautiful sentences, and creative musings.
Thank you for reading!
Currently Reading:
“Be Useful” by Arnold Schwarzenegger emphasizes the importance of being resourceful and contributing positively to society. Schwarzenegger shares insights from his diverse career, highlighting the value of hard work, adaptability, and making a meaningful impact. He advocates for self-improvement and using one’s talents to benefit others, underscoring a philosophy of practical altruism.
P/S: I love the book cover!