LIFE
Rochelle Bibile
In conversation with Ruwandi Perera
Wanted to be
An author
Is
An artist
Alma mater
Ladies’ College
Family members
My husband Hiran Bibile
Favourite day of the week
None in particular because every day is a gift for which I’m thankful
Worst day of the week
Each week is different so it’s very hard to pick one day
Three must-haves
A pen, a notebook and good music!
Three ‘would like to haves’
A cat, an art studio and a never-ending travel budget!
Mantra to unwind
A good cup of tea
Favourite colour
Turquoise is my favourite colour because it reminds me of the sea
Is driven in
A Kia Cerato
Would like to drive
A tuk-tuk – it looks like it might be so much fun to drive!
Happy place
Wherever my husband is
Favourite chill out
At home
Cook or foodie – pick one
Neither – I forget to eat sometimes!
Favourite food
Sushi
Favourite drink
Tea
Three hobbies
Writing, listening to music and watching videos on YouTube
Three pet peeves
Arrogance, disrespect and discrimination
Likes to play
Netball
Likes to watch
Rugby or basketball – mainly when my husband plays!
The glass is half full or half empty
Always half full!
Most unforgettable event
My wedding
Most forgettable event
Probably the time I forgot my lines while performing in a school play
Favourite local destination
Galle
Favourite overseas destination
Greece
Ideal romantic date or outing
A walk on the beach to watch the sunrise or sunset
Three items on the bucket list for the next six months
To create, connect and collaborate with people and businesses, both locally and internationally, through my design based business
Three items on the bucket list following retirement
To travel back to my favourite destinations with my extended family, give back to the community and write a book
Quality or quantity
Always quality – especially when it comes to time
Work or play after retirement
I believe there must be a good balance of both
Likely retirement destination
Sri Lanka – because there’s simply no place like home
Obsessed with
Anything art or design related!
Purpose in life
To use one’s gifts wisely and live life to the fullest whilst helping others along the way
Happiness in a few words
Happiness is being content with who you are and enjoying the season you’re in
Favourite song
Hey Jude (by The Beatles) – for its music, history, and how it brings people from different backgrounds, ages and cultures together
Favourite movie
Grease – because it’s a classic from the music to the 1950s style
Best actor
Johnny Depp
Best singer
My dad
Favourite author
Joyce Meyer
Favourite local sportsperson
Kumar Sangakkara – for his humility
Favourite international sportsperson
Serena Williams – for her drive, passion and persistence
Favourite local statesperson
No one in particular
Favourite international statesperson
No one in particular
Colombo in a few words
A place with endless possibilities and opportunities
Sri Lanka in a few words
A paradise island nation rich in history and culture
The world in one or two words
Becoming borderless
Role model
There is no single role model because I’m inspired by many people from different places and cultures
Most used word or phrase
Ok? (after most sentences!)
Herself in a few words
Hardworking and daring
Motto in life
“Life is 10 percent what you make it and 90 percent how you take it.” – Irving Berlin
