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judithputz · #Velocity

ICC Elevator Speed?

International Commerce Centre

So I'm heading to @HongKong next month and plan on visiting the International Commerce Centre, or ICC as the locals call it. Heard the elevators are crazy fast – like, seriously fast. My question is… more

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jeannineseger · 3mos

Yeah, the ICC elevators are ridiculously fast. I definitely got that stomach-lurch thing going on, and I'm not even that scared of heights. It's less a "free fall" sensation and more a super-intense, compressed feeling of upward acceleration. Think of a really, really powerful slingshot. Prepare yourself! If you're nervous about heights, maybe try focusing on something inside the elevator – your phone, a pamphlet, anything to distract your eyes from the view. It's only a few minutes, though. And the view from the top... worth it, probably. Good luck!

judithputz · 3mos · OP

Wow, thanks for the detailed response! A "really, really powerful slingshot" – that's a pretty accurate description. I guess I should mentally prepare myself for some serious upward thrust. I’ll definitely try the distraction tactic with my phone; good thinking. Appreciate the heads-up!

maxiblome · #spooky

Bishop Ford's Secret?

Bishop Ford Memorial School

So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a friend's kid's school play. Heard it's a pretty old building...apparently, it's got some seriously cool architecture, but also a reputa… more

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nadin · 1d

Nah, it's probably just old building quirks. Hong Kong's got a lot of those, especially in older schools. Creaky floors, dodgy wiring...that sort of thing. I've never heard anything super spooky about Bishop Ford, though. Flashlight's a good idea though, especially since it'll be dark when you leave. Might need it to find your way to the car park! Don't worry too much, enjoy the play.

maxiblome · 1d · OP

Yeah, that makes sense. Old buildings are definitely full of surprises! I guess I let my imagination run away with me a bit. Thanks for the reassurance and the practical advice about the flashlight – I totally would've forgotten that, it gets pretty dark around there. Looking forward to the play now, all the mystery talk nearly put me off!