Cathy's article originally appeared in the June 2014 issue of Amped Asia.
What made you want to try modeling?
When the opportunity came, I took it. I enjoy taking my own selfies and setting it on self timer, I know lame right? but I never would imagine myself in front of a camera and having someone professionally take my photos! Since I like trying new things and I’m always up for a challenge so I told myself, why not? I needed to get out of my comfort zone — Life would be so boring if I didn’t take any risks!
What was the hardest part about modeling?
Hmmm, coming up with new poses was hard in the beginning! I can be very shy sometimes, I make odd faces and I start laughing nervously. But I always remind myself to have fun and to just breathe!
On a Saturday night, you are most likely where?
At home watching youtube– Davidsocomedy/Jkfilms/jennamarbles or maybe just dancing and eating and dancing and eating and repeat!
Since you work at the Vietnamese coffee shop, tell us about your experiences. What has been the craziest thing that’s happened?
Well, I worked at several of Vietnamese coffee shops in Orange County. It was so nerve recking at first! Since I wasn’t very confident with my body. And let me tell you, these heels are about 7 inches high! It’s made of plastic so every step your toes would squash together! So imagine walking in them all day. Working a double shift? Kiss your feet good bye! Hello blisters! But as time passes, you’ll get used to it. The pain starts to become numb. And depending on where you work, it can get hectic. From grabbing new tea, taking orders, making the coffee/smoothie or even refilling the tea — these weren’t the hard part. It was being able to do it all in a short amount of time and talking to the customers about their day, or how were the drinks, etc. Lastly, having your boss tell you to do this and that while you’re cleaning the table with 6 cups in your hand. Job is a job right? Better yet, The money is “easy” so why am I even complaining? On a good day, tips are awesome! I mean the upside is meeting new interesting people with stories! I always tell the costumers a fish joke, so they can remember me and come back! And let me tell you, it works alright! Happy customers are returning costumers!
Oh, The craziest thing that happened? This guy came in drunk, As I took his order, he grabbed my hand and tried to kiss it! He wouldn’t stop. All I could do is walk around his table and ask someone else to help me make the drink. So disrespectful. Overall, I wouldn’t say this job is easy. It’s a quick way to make money and very addictive, once you are deep in, the money blinds you. This isn’t a career. It’s more of a hustle.
Who is the hottest man alive?
Oh my gosh, Nicholas Sparks! Well, his mind and all his romantic novels just leaves me wanting more. What’s sexier than a guy who knows how to express his feelings?
Who is the hottest woman alive?
Right now, My woman crush is Dannie Riel! Shoot, she’s a riel babe!
If you could accomplish anything, what would it be?
Making a difference in the world! I’ve always wanted to just be able to take everyone’s sorrow away and put it upon my shoulder! I get a natural high by helping people, or simply seeing them smile! I would do a lot of things if I had the money— but if I had to choose I would make a non profit company who is dedicated in helping people in need. From people who need fresh food, new clothes, etc. I want the company to help world wide and also do different things — not just focus in one area. Finding a cure for cancer, making a rehab center, finding ways to help the environment feeding a homeless, but not just shelter or feed them, but teach them to be better, help them find a job and so forth. I want the company to do it all. I do believe that one person can make a difference, it’s a start! Steve Jobs once said, “the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.”
Are you single or taken?
I’m single.
What is your idea of a great first date?
Somewhere fun and exciting, but at the same time it has to be a place where I can also talk to you and get to know you.
What is one thing a guy can do to win your heart?
One thing I guy can do to win my heart is make me laugh, not a smile or even a HAHA. I want to LOL (laugh out loud) and throw in some ROFL & LMAO until I start snorting. “I want a prince in the streets, and a beast in the sheets.” Also, chivalry is NOT dead, I think a man who can open your door is to die for!
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