Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Kung Hei Fat Choi

I remember Tzi Ma's extra special delivery of the line "demons begone" in the LA production of Flower Drum Song.  With his lion's head and potent line reading, I'm sure he was able to chase whatever demons were possessing the theater far, far away.

Which brings me to my topic... they say that before Chinese New Year, it is a good practice to do one's "spring cleaning".  To clear away the clutter and start the year fresh and clean.  Yeah, we have a ton of junk to throw away, but before the physical messes, allow me to exorcise my mental mess first.

So... begone all demons and tormentors, unnecessary distractions, the hazy unfocused thoughts that serve no purpose.  Begone from me that I may start fresh and new, uncluttered and clean.  Begone from me that I may feel only lightness of being, nothing unneeded weighing me down.

Speaking of which I'd better have a clean head... I'm doing concerts this weekend in Hong Kong, and my brain had better be working at optimum level!

Kung Hei Fat Choi, everybody!!!

27 comments:

agot sandejas said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi, Lea! Saw you at Martin's concert and you are looking very good, my friend! Break a leg in HongKong!

Lea Salonga said...

Amazing what a great make-up artist can do to help a girl... mwehehehehehe! Thanks thanks!

I wish I'd seen you there!

Urane laderas-cabantog said...

kung hei fat choi!!! tikoys are coming... hehehhe
break a leg for your series of concerts this 1st trimester of the year!!
stay healthy!

maria lulu magpantay said...

kung Hei Fat Choi! Ms. Lea! wish you and your family good health, long life and more projects to come,, and I hope you'll have a concert here in manila before the cinderella!sensya na po,miss na po kc namin kayo and your great voice!!Whewww!! very advance HAPPY BIRTHDAY PO!!!

Joti Molina-Rayos del Sol said...

amen to that... Kung Hei Fat Choi Ms. Lea! You deserve all the good karma because you're such a great soul... thank you for the music.

arkitekfhc . said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi to you as well Lea and have a great show in Hong Kong. Break a leg to you and Gerard!

Roy del Valle said...

... and a Happy Chinese New Year to you too = ) Break a leg!

Lloyd de Leon said...

kuwento naman after the concert. Break a leg!

Ronald Manaron said...

Lea - Happy Chinese New Year!!

You certainly have your plate full this year, with concerts in Asia and North America. I am one of many fans praying that you will enjoy good health and successful shows in 2008.

Rika Mimula said...

Will you go to sightseeing in Hong Kong,Lea? And how many days will you stay in Hong Kong? Because here's coming the Chinese New Year and there will be a parade, also a firework next to the Victoria Harbour. Hope you can enjoy our special culture. I am also looking for your concert. Welcome to Hong Kong.
Chu Yu Ping An (Wishing you safety wherever you go!)
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/index.jsp

hermione 0826 said...

It's Chinese New Year's Eve tonight! An inspiring moment of the year indeed, best to cleanse yourself of negative thoughts with Ms. Lea's music at play!
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thina tienzo said...

MISS LEA, HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!

Jean U said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi to you too! I know you will do great at your concert! I want to see you in San Francisco next time you have a concert here

XXX YYY said...

Gong Xi Fa Cai to everyone!!! Ms Lea, any upcoming projects brewing in Singapore?

Ji Lopez said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi! to you and your family. Good luck!... i'm sure you'll have a great show. Demons will be deaf-mute and will ran away just by hearing your voice once again...

reginee tan said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi!!..ni-hao! :D god bless you and take care! :D :)

Bon~Bon Quirog said...

Gong Xi Fa Cai, Lea!... heheheh!.. i hope you break a leg in all of your HK concerts... wish i could be there... i reckon you're performing at disneyland... eheheh!... miss that place.. ingatz...

jeff aguiman said...

Happy Chinese New Year Manang! Good luck sa concert sa HK. Lapit na birthday mo. heeeheee.

Gina MS said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi to you and Rob! I miss the tikoys from Binondo!!!!

Guy Gustafson said...

Happy Chinese New Year to Rob and you! The year of the rat...I was born in a year of the rat, but being called a rat doesn't seem to fit me! It was a long time ago that my Vietnamese or Cambodia friends at work showed me the twelve different personality traits of the Chinese zodiac. I've forgotten...(this sounds bizarre)...I've forgotten what a rat's traits are!

Found them at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_astrology

Amazing how very few of the words used describe me, and a number are the complete opposite of me!

Brad Patterson said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi, Lea. Saw the show tonight in Hong Kong with my wife. WOW! We were just blown away. Full orchestra, Gerard conducting, great acoustics, and you sounded better than ever. Thanks for such a tremendous show!

Rowena Sabban said...

Hi Lea, Kung Hei Fat Choi. This is my first visit, really nice, cool site you got here. Will be coming back for sure. Cheers to one cool Momma...

Rob S said...

Hey Lea...Kung Hei Fat Choi to you and your family too! We will be seeing you in Maui on March 7th. Bought tickets on the first day =) I'm really looking forward to that night! Hope this new year is a safe and prosperous one for your entire family! See you in Maui. Aloha!

puilui fish said...

^0^ Enjoyed the concert a lot last night!
Thanks for your wonderful performance and sharing.
When I heard "I's give my life for you",really toughing!
I feel the power of love from our mothers.
Looking forward to seeing you again.^^
best wishes! Kung Hei Fat Choi!

lorna Beardwell said...

hi lea,
Is there any plans that you will going to have a concert here in london?

Helen So said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi LEA!!
Im the girl who did the drawing of you and gave it to you in your last HK concert!
the whole thing was so impressive and you sang the songs beautifully.
I did cry when i heard I dreamed a dream and i'd give my life for u.
i have to say u made one of my dreams came true.
it was a pity that i couldnt get a pciture with you in the end. BUT i will see you again sometimes, wont i? may be Cinderella in china later this year~~
anyway i hope you had a wonderful time in HK =]
take care!!

Dennis John Reyes said...

Kung Hei Fat Choi. Bacolaodiat (chinese new year in bacolod) photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ccnegros/