I've grown up

2009-08-25T23:12:00.000+08:00

Blogger is going crazy!

shifted: http://mermaidd-charm.livejournal.com/

I'm a free (wo)man now!

2009-08-23T00:54:00.004+08:00

Exams are finally over! I can now finally get to doing the piling number of tasks and errands..

which includes touching up my LJ account.

Yesh. I'm planning to shift, for I've realised the goodness of LJ. But I also love this blog template which dear sis had done up for me...

So I just have to figure out how to customise my LJ to look as much like this as possible.

God knows how long that will take me. Ha!

XOXO,
you jus cant sick of Korean songs..

Flowers. Love me, love me not.

2009-08-19T21:06:00.001+08:00

2-year anniversary was spent leisurely at his house.. cooking for ourselves.. me studying, him playing game...

And I was surprised few days later at work when someone delivered flowers to my office. Old trick, but really unexpected! keke..

And it's finally not red roses. I was still saying to my colleagues previously that I have never receive anything other than red roses from baby before, and that other flowers can be beautiful too.

Aint they gorgeous! If only they wont wilt so fast.....

Goodness. I suffered a major blow this afternoon. Can you imagine how much fats there is in my little body? Freaking 14 kg...!! That's like almost 1/3 of my entire weight.... *Faints*

Finally, 2 out of 3 exam papers are over. Phew! That wasnt as hard as I thought! The toughest one has yet to come though... How I wish next Friday will be here soon, and I'll be on my way to Shanghai will him and cindy!

Pictures say a thousand words

2009-08-10T00:55:00.004+08:00

I'm definitely feeling happier these few days. I dont know what's the good thing happening lately to make me feel better, or what's the thing weighing down on me few months ago. Well, some things jus cant be explained. Love, for example.

Rabbit and topman notebook to join us in a day out

emotionless. doubtful. smiley.

I've seen charms like bells, jade, crystals hanging on the mirror in a car. But a staple? It's my first.

walking towards.... you

you're that boy... i'm lookin for.

you've got knife. i've got water bottle.

the primary need in life.

the lust in life.

wherever you're going..

how can one not feel small when surrounded by these magnificient buildings?

yah right.

that's me. so what?

that's right. i love shopping.

photos nicely taken by HTC Touch.

A great finish to the day - chong qing hot pot for dinner~

Lastly, happy 2 year anniversary to us, baby..! Always..

Load of crap

2009-08-07T23:38:00.005+08:00

Dieting tip for a snack addict like me..!

Get as far away as possible from food fairs and shops having discounts because you know you'll end up buying some snack..!

I like sth Eunice and I came up with...

Dont see then wont buy..
Dont buy then wont eat..
Dont eat then wont get fat...

Haha, how true..!

Oh yah, I wont be eating the choc digestive biscuits and chipsmore cookies anymore... cos they're finished..!! hahahah. The real dieting starts now.

I was thinking some people should really learn the basic train etiqutte, y'know. I can name a few for a start:

- Dont crowd near the entrance, esp when there' so much space inside!
- Dont raise your arms up please. esp if you have body odour!
- Yah I know you cant wait to get off the train, but even if you say 'excuse me' it doesnt mean that I can squeeze an empty space from nowhere jus for you to go thru... and the train hasnt even stopped!
- Hello, the poles are meant for passengers to hold on to... not for you lie on.

Oh well, the list can go on. And they wonder why an affluent country in Singapore is not happy. How to be when you have to face a sea of if-looks-can-kill / my-smile-cost-a-million-dollars faces every morning...

Hm...........

There was a period when I was really fanatic over Disney Princess merchandise. I bought everything from stationery to stickers to mirror and clock and weighing scale.

And then I started to have a fetish for rose-scented products, like moisturiser, shower foam, perfume and all that..

And now, I'm crazy over Korean products..! Tee hee.

Anyway, I simply love ION Orchard. Esp now, because many stores and restaurants are having opening promotions..!

Spend a minimum of $44 at G2000 and you can get the membership for free..! Promo from 8 to 10 Aug only..
http://www.c3.com.sg/ddb-g2000/view_email.asp?eid=279&mid={9E6DAFBF-3901-43D4-9A1A-9D989EEB1533}

UNIQLO has also jus opened in ION.
http://us1.campaign-archive.com/?u=b85f869bd9b00ebfba585468b&id=0a5951d31d&e=adbff982e2

And my fave of all... Swensens promotion.. 1 for 1 ice cream buffet..!!
http://www.prism4u.com/promo/2009_030/index.html

Not to mention the wide range of interesting and delectable snacks offered at B4. Do expect a huge crowd though. But nevertheless, take a trip down to ION Orchard today!

2009-08-05T22:18:00.005+08:00

Goodness. It's really tiring for the eyes and brain to do photoshop, powerpoint or excel stuff in this super mini notebook. Yah, you cant even see a propoer pic in full!

Eh, what ia atkins diet??

Just 2 to 3 more weeks, and I'll be free. I JUST CANT WAIT.

I have so many things that I wanna learn.
- swimming
- pick up dancing again
- singing
- musical instrument - prob piano?
- korean language...!!!!

Thank you, for being by my side. Nervous, walking this road with you.
I love you, the awkward words that I say in front of you. Be blessed, I must let you live well.

Sorry, for meeting someone like me. Painful, I am still lacking in many ways.
I will be by your side until the end. I will protect the beautiful you.

I pray not to release this hand even if I die. I promise to walk with you until the end of time.
Because the extreme love can be worn out by time, I vow to keep the beautiful memories and even the days that we cried.

Sorry, for not being able to be better. Painful, that I am always lacking in some ways.
I will protect you until the end even if it is hard. I will protect the beautiful you.

I pray not to release this hand even if I die. I promise to walk with you until the end of time.
Because the extreme love can be worn out by time, I vow to keep the beautiful memories and even the days that we cried.

Only you can forgive my heart
Even though I am imperfect, even though I am lacking in many ways, I sincerely want you.

Even if days of difficulties were to come, I will not release the two hands that I hold until the end of time.
Because the extreme love can be worn out by time, I vow to keep the beautiful memories and even the days that we cried.

Thank you. For being by my side..

Mission nearly impossible

2009-08-04T22:59:00.004+08:00

I know you guys out there are prob not interested in what I eat everyday. But still, I've decided to list it out.

This is my latest weight loss strategy. Despite countless attempts in dieting over the years, it has NEVER worked before, no thanks to my super weak detemination.

So I was thinking by listing out my unhealthy diet and thus humiliating myself, I'd be 'shamed' into eating more healthily.

Day 1
breakfast:
4 pieces of milk choc digestive biscuits
lunch:
salad
whole roll of sushi
teabreak:
4 pieces of milk choc digestive biscuits
dinner:
1/2 an apple pie
lian rong bao
supper:
3 chipsmore cookies

result: FAILED

Day 2
breakfast:
1 bottle of herbal tea
egg sandwich
lunch:
1/3 hokkien mee
yami yoghurt
teabreak:
1 cup of grapes
3 pieces of milk choc digestive biscuits
dinner:
1 choc-flavoured pancake from Mr Bean
supper:
6 chipsmore cookies. or was it 7 or 8? I lost count. But I'm still hungry anyway.

result: FAILED!!!!

=(=(=(

If this goes on, my mission nearly-impossible is going to fail! And that is to shed at least 3kg by end of Aug and maintain that weight at least till end of Sept!

HOW?! HELP!

Do not collapse... Not yet anyway...

2009-07-28T22:49:00.003+08:00

Qiuting, Qiuyan, Qiuhua.. aka Apple, Ariel & Avee.

3 gals with very different characters, who are still each other's best friends despite quarrels and fights.

We used to look more alike when we were little. Perhaps those were the times when we were inseparable. Friends of ours who bumped into the other sister knew we were related even thou they hadnt met before.

Age has blossomed us into unqiue individuals now.

But we still share things food, clothes, bags, makeup to secrets.

I wouldnt know what I would do without them. Or how my life will be like now if I hadnt had them with me all this while.

But who can forget about the other 2 Chen cousins, who are so close to us that they are machaim like our other sister and brother? ;p

I AM HUNGRY AGAIN!!!!!

My oh-so-"interesting" life

2009-07-24T23:45:00.002+08:00

I've really drifted apart from many of my friends. When I occassionally bump into someone from school somewhere, they'll somehow ask, "How's the rest of the people?" And I'd have to guiltily admit that I havent done much catching up with most people in the past months.

I owe many outings with different group of people, and I can only tell them I'd be free only after exams. But then again, in the miserable 2 weeks holidays before the next trimester, I'd be busy preparing for my upcoming event, and will be away in Shanghai on the following week. And when I'm back, wala~ the cycle repeats itself.

3 out of the 5 weekdays are spent in classes, and the remaining 2 days are used to spend time with family and boyfriend. Weekends are used up for projects and studying. And sleeping, of course.

There're so many things I would like to do! Like learning to swim, watch Harry Potter, attend dancing class, take up Korean language......................

Okok, I shouldnt complain so much, because like what Mr Liu likes to say, it's my own decision. Zzzzzzzz....

I didnt realise that so many people in Singapore is caught up in K-pop craze until I saw the article in ST today. Korean dramas, songs, boybands and girl groups... And I beleive that the success in their entertainment industry accounts for quite a bit in the latest report showing an improvement in their economy. Im crazy over BOF!

Have you ever had the feeling that your entire body is so tired that you totally dont feel like moving at all? Not even your tiny finger? Cos that's what I'm feeling right now.... Zzzzz....

Update!!

2009-07-09T23:09:00.000+08:00

Haha, sis dares me to post that, so there. Yesh, I've bought myself a netbook using the limited money I have, all in the name of doing school assignments and projects.

Asus Eee 1000HE boasts of the longest battery life, a whooping 9 hours! I sure hope that both the battery and netbook can last many many years.....

School has been occupying a large amount of my time. I seriously wonder how people take on full-time job and part-time studies simultaneously. To add on to my spiking stress level, many of my classmates have quit their jobs to focus on their studies. I'm always lacking behind in terms of school work!

It's gonna be a TOUGH 16 months. I hope it's only 16 months anyway.... hur hur....

So many things to do, so little time....

Still have got many things to blog about... when I have the time lo!

XOXO

Feedback letter to Cotton On

2009-05-30T23:17:00.003+08:00

Sharing with all of you about our unpleasant shopping experience in Cotton On:

Hi, I am writing in to complain about the service of your staff at Singapore's Wisma outlet on 29 May 09, around 9+pm.

It was nearing closing time when I was in the outlet with my 2 friends, along with several other customers. Even though the staff might have gone through a long and tough day, it should definitely be NO reason why they should let their service slip.

I was totally appalled when I heard a few staff complaining audibly about a customer who had tried about 20 pieces of items and ended up not buying, and even resort to calling the customer immature names like ‘pig’ – in front of all of us.

I could understand the frustration the staff had been feeling when she encountered that, but to whine and insult a customer while there were obviously other patrons around was absolutely not acceptable.

This incident left me utterly disappointed at the service of a well-known brand like Cotton On. It might be tricky to ensure consistent and tip-top service of all your staff, but I felt they should at least know the basics.

I hope to receive a satisfactory response from the management of Cotton On soon.

Thank you.

I am who I am

2009-05-28T22:43:00.004+08:00

Hm. What is it about my face that makes quite a handful of people who saw me for the first time and go, "You look familiar... Have you been/work to/at.... ??"

Most recently, this comment were received from 2 out of the 3 agencies I've met, with 1 of them even asking, "You look so familiar! Were you 1 of the F1 gals at the race last year?" Eh..

Another supplier I met from work once said that I looked like Belinda, the Mediacorp actress. Far from it, that's what I thought.

Colleagues said I looked like one of their ex-staff. After some serious pondering, they decided it was because of my smile.

A poly friend said I look like his ex. Probably cos I'm also dimpled and short.

I once went for a part-time job interview and the interview asked, "You look familiar.. Did your sister work here before or something..?"

Usually, I'd just tell people, "This is the umpteeth time I've heard this. No, I dont know you and I've never seen you before. It's just that I have a common face and features."

Then this gal told me that I shouldnt say that.

Yah, it's becos I have the celebrity face, that's why everyone thinks they've seen me before. HEH!!

Photoshoot

2009-05-24T21:33:00.002+08:00

DSLR has seriously become more and more affordable to people!

Just a day at Cityhall and I see numerous people with DSLR dangling around their neck. Photography seems to have become one of the fave hobby of many Gen Y peeps.

Me and sis can only dream of having a DSLR while we take normal pics with our Nikon digi cam...

Especially when we are doing the photoshoot at home...! Loads of laughters and fun, silly poses, copying models in mags...

The above picture of Blackie, my rabbit, is taken in Xin Wang's latest restaurant, boasting of Taiwan snacks, located at City Link Mall.

After taking like, more than 10 pics, the manager asked a staff to come tell us that photography is not allowed in the premise. Oh, the small little sign at the wall is really very obvious.

The selection os the so-called Taiwan snacks was really limited, and the food served was far from authentic. The plate of 3 dumplings, bowl of seems-like-$3 mee sua and not-up-to-standard-despite-recommendation oreo ice blend were definitely not worth the $17.

Anyway, AJ was the one who gave me the rabbit pen. I duno why, the black thing jus gives me waves of happiness by looking at it. *loves*

Happy gal...

2009-05-16T22:02:00.003+08:00

10 May 09 - Mother's Day

Dinner at Yishun's well-known Bei Sheng Lou. No reservations allowed, and it was already full house when doors were opened at 5.30pm for dinner.

But turned out the food did not live up to expectations.

Nonetheless, hope Mummy enjoyed the dinner with papa, 2 beautiful daughters, and Che.

The 6 dishes which we waited over an hour for, and finished it up within 1/2 hour.

Me n sister hua

Beautiful mummy with her daughters (:

My fiery red and orange hair

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Angles and Demons was a book I read ages ago and I was exhilarated to hear that they were gonna turn it into a movie.

When it was finally released, baby and I caught it on the 1st day. According to him the show was good. I felt that many juicy details and twists were being left out - despite the 2 and 1/2 hours. Vittoria wasnt good-looking enough. The brands scalded onto the 4 cardinals' chest werent magnificent and gruesome enough.

Anyway, next movie to look out for is Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince!!

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Baby jus bought a Nikon DSLR. I must say, photos taken using that camera are really brilliant and quite worth the bucks. Will have nice pictures to boast of already!

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Sales was something I hated when I first started work and vowed never to do it. And yet I've started doing it at work recently. Though boss said I had a choice of rejecting it, did I really?

But after all these while, I really didnt mind sales. I thought doing sales can actually help me in marketing.

And I closed my first deal last week...! Of cos, with the help of my colleague. Wooh! And going out on sales visits are fun......... (:

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I am missing Little Nonya Musical which is going on RIGHT NOW cos my face is peeling badly.... Shucks...

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I am REALLY EXCITED...!!!

A special day

2009-05-10T15:37:00.004+08:00

First of all, happy mother's day to 母亲大人 and all the 伟大 mothers in the world!

And happy 21st anniversary to us, baby aka 师兄.

The past few Sunday mornings had been spent with family having breakfast at different areas in Singapore. Despite the fact that I would love to have slept in, the little sacrifice meant nothing cos I got to spend the wonderful Sunday morning enjoying life with the people I love!

After breakfast today, went to salon with mummy to had our hair coloured. Mum's dye was so red and pinkish but her hair turned out dark. And I have orange hair now. Totally lian...! =S

I've got myself to blame. I get bored of the same stuff easily. Be it job, clothes, activities, food, and even my hair. And that is why I'm often seen with diff hairstyles. Yah, orange curls now. Congrats to me.

This is my last free weekend before school officially starts tml. I foresee I wouldnt have any spare time idling around doing nothing. Sth which I'm doing now..!

Photoshopping old pictures..

Painted with fake eyelash brushes! Doesnt it look natural? (:

Acting cool.

Painted lips. Acting cute.

The normal me with extra flesh.

Waiting for time to pass to meet dear and have dinner with family.... =)

A day in Tampines 1

2009-05-05T20:19:00.003+08:00

Have to thank my pretty and smart sister for helping me in replacing the old blog template with this cool new one! *muacks*

Spent my Sunday with BFF GHB at Tampines One. Do agree that the malls in Sg are pretty much the same, shops and stuff. But you jus have to at least visit the place once!

(Isnt ironic that many people wants to travel ard the world when there are still many places in their own country where they havent been to before???)

Anyways, KK the ex poly-course mate, also the pro photographer was there in the area too, to capture shots of Jeanette Aw at the OSIM promo function.

So we've got him taking photos of us using his $2k cam while having mac and shopping. And carrying bags! Yesh, such man are hard to find. haha!

Then we came across these puppets. Is this what they are called? Anyway, the guy really moves like the thing he's pretending to be!

Ot-ing these few days. Finally a day off. Can see the smiles of colleagues as they walked off on the dot.... =)

Enjoy while it last..!

Day 3 of hammies lives

2009-04-24T21:42:00.002+08:00

My little hammies are 3 days old. Comparing to previous pictures, you can see significant growth!

Mama xiao hei likes to shift her babies from the 2nd level exercise wheel to 1st level bathing room.

And when no one's looking, she'll bring them up again. Then down. She uses her teeth to bring them around.

Jus now, we saw this and got a fright.

Mama xiao hei brought the rest of the hammies to level 1 and left 1 in the wheel! We thought she didnt want him anymore...!

But when we pretend we werent looking, she darted up and brought him down again. Phew.

I wish time will pass quickly so that I can see them grow up into a cute and healthy hammie. How I wonder what colour their furs will be...................

baby hammies are out!

2009-04-23T23:37:00.002+08:00

I've heard stories abt how hamsters will keep on reproducing non-stop. Mine have been together for months with no good news, so I'd almost believed they are impotent or sth. Haha!

On 21 Apr, mama xiao hei gave birth to 4 little babies. The were alien-looking, reddish with no fur, no eyes.

But I adore them to bits! =)

So we bought this cage to house papa junior for the time being.

i think mama xiao hei is upset that she has to be separated from her lover cos i saw her biting the cage vigorously!

mama xiao hei is so kuku! She bore her babies in the exercise wheel, her fave hangout place. That's ok. What's worrysome was that she actually continued to run, leaving the poor little ones rotating in the wheel after her feet!

So this is what grandpa liu che did to save the babies from being trampled to death.

Anyway, I'm gonna take pictures of the growing stage of these little hammies, from nude and eyeless, to having fur, and eyes and organs!

Do keep a lookout! =)

A day with yshii

2009-04-12T22:44:00.006+08:00

As age catches up with me (I know it does sound a little funny for me to say this, but it's true cos I feel old already!!), I think I'm beginning to get more and more anti-social. More often that not, I'd prefer to spend free time at home resting, going online, slacking at bf house...

Have forgotten how much I love hanging with my best gal mates...!

I dont have many close or real friends... but those few I have are those I will keep close to me and my heart, and will keep for life. :)

After the tiring and info-overloading marketing class, met up with darl yshii and the fatigue experienced during the day miraculously disappeared! haha.

Went to Heeren's NYDC for sinful indulgence and girly talk and catching up! Few hours went by just like that.

NYDC have shifted up to the 5th floor. Have to say, the restaurant atmosphere is definitely much better! Air-con, music, better furniture, no smoking.. and thumbs-up good food!

Lamb shank. Big portion of.. drumstick...? haha, no stinky lamb smell at all. Tender meat.

Grilled mushroom with ham n cheese! Juicy!

Dory fish in cream sauce.. served in such a cute shape..!

Guess we're like 2 birds kept in a cage for too long... We're both so happy to meet up and take photos... So snap, snap, snap all the way....!!

Drools over that Gucci bag! aha!

If that wasnt enough, we went to reminisce our younger days of taking neoprint! haha, yesh, these things are still around!

Yayy!!!

As sunday comes to an end... sianz... tml is work day again...! Jia you!

Bored

2009-04-11T22:27:00.002+08:00

I find that going to classes can be so bothersome sometimes. Like today. Am supposed to be in class by 9am, but just couldn't get the motivation to crawl out of bed.

However, when I finally do, and have spent a day in class, I feel satisfaction and fulfillment, that my time is well-spent and I've gained sth.

Yesterday, we hit 20 months anniversary!

I received a surprise rose from him. Simple gesture but it's the sweet thought that counts. His sweet innocent smile never fails me captivate me. :)

Things are moving so fast that each time there's an advancement, it always caught me by surprise. It makes me wanna laugh sometimes. I do wish things can be a little more romantic though.

I love fantasies, dreams and fairy tales..

lost

2009-04-10T13:04:00.002+08:00

I wonder how do people perceive me. What kind of person am I to them?

I wonder who I really am.

I wonder if I will ever figure it out.

The innocent, worry-free days are long gone.

I've never known what I want in life. Been just following around blindly, going where people around me is heading..

I wish life can be more pure and simple. So that I can easily differentiate between the black and white. Right and wrong. Truth and lies.

Is there anyone I can totally trust?

Happy 27th birthday baby!

2009-04-07T11:33:00.004+08:00

Day: Tuesday
Time: 1133
Weather: Rainy. Gloomy

I should be working now. But I'm not. I'm feeling horrible physically!

1) My upper back is sunburnt. ouch.
2) My face looks chao-tah and the skin is starting to peel. ugly!
3) There's that blister thing growing on my lips again. Doc says it's called herpes. eew.
4) The itch is back worse than ever, since Sunday! Doc says it's allergy. But I've never had allergy before! *scratch scratch*
5) My hands feel so dry cos of the excessive exposure of medical oil/tiger balm used to ease the itch. My feet feels like sandpaper too. Huh.

Hope everything gets better by tml............

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Event: Darl's 27th. Redang trip.

It's 2 April, around 6+pm. Knock knock. Mr L opened the bedroom door to get his 27th bday surprise.

Balloons all over. Sister cindy and sister bf jing in party gear holding a self-made mango cake.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MY LOVE!

Party of 4

Mr L & me. with cindy. making a wish.

Cindy gave the ol' man a lucky red packet and lottery tickets. I gave him a photo album, which seemed like another present failure again. sighs.

Anyway, time to leave for our 12 hr trip to Redang! Zzzzz...

After 10 hours of bus ride, arrived at the jetty for another 2 hour boat ride. Thunder + pouring rain = shaky ride! Mr L had bad motion sickness all the way. I thought the boat was going to topple and I'm going to die in the stormy sea. =X

Definitely not a good period to go Redang. We arrived to see a the sun hidden behing the grey clouds.

We had booked for the garden view room initially. However, Mr L is unhappy with it and we upgraded to a seaview room. It was a inner competition thing with the ATs.

We were still able to make it for the afternoon snorkelling trip at the open sea. We were last to reach the snorkelling party. heh.

that's me!

That's him!

That's us and the fishes!

Though there's still no sun, at least it wasnt raining anymore. We went to the beach to take some pictures. Didnt turn out as nice without the sun and blue sky. Perhaps it's the high tide washin up all the dirt and rubbish, the beach didnt look as clean and beautiful as a year ago.

Cheeky as ever.

When the night falls, we had our buffet dinner. Sad to say, food standard at the Laguna resort has dropped.

A game of pool after dinner. Mr L aka hao lian totally trashed me.

Then it was supper time.

Prata at the small eatery called 'food court' was surprisingly good.

It continued to rain heavily thruout the night till morning... Sad!

Breakfast time. Swollen eyes, sleep faces.

The rain finally stopped ard 10+am, and we quickly went out for some exlporing and cam-snapping.

Our seaview room!

Breathing in the sun.

King Kong!

Laguna resort

Our personal benches in the middle of nowhere

Ma-chiam like a sand cliff! Doesnt that fall look real? Tee hee.

Then we headed for our 2nd snorkelling trip at Marine Park! It's better to sit out at the tip of the boat instead of staying in the cabin. you get to breathe in fresh sea air, feel the wind in your hair and seawater spraying at your legs, interact with the diver staff and also take pic with pretty ang moh gals!

This is Marine Park.

Man and an island.

Row, row, row a boat... Act!! hahah

Snorkelling fun

The making of bollywood star

What an enjoyment to have mango ice kachang by the beach, under the sun.

We understimated the sun. We both got red patches by the time we got back to our room. Probably from the sun and rough playing in the sea! haha

Catching the sunrise on the last day before leaving.

We were late in taking our boarding pass. Mr L had to suffer the embarrassment as the staff called for him over the PA system, pronouncing his name wrongly some more. Li Chi.... hehehehe

Sad to know that everywhere we go, it's saturated with ATs. We got to witness their super kiasuism.. Rushing to the front of line everytime. Talking loudly even though the friend is just next to them. Going to the beach is pretty sundress and straw hats jus to take pirated mtv type of photos, but never going going into the sea and getting themselves wet. -.-"

Anyway, it was definitely a nice break from work and all with Mr L. Hope that he'd enjoyed the trip. Next stop, Tioman and Maldives!

Small face hiding behind my big face... =( haha!

2009-03-30T21:25:00.004+08:00

During recession, many retail shops and restaurants are having attractive sales and promotions to draw in consumers and patrons to SPEND MONEY.

How not to fall into their trap?!?!

Women thinks that it's best to shop even more during sales cos in our denial state of mind, we think that we are actually saving money. Yours truly included.

Anyway, jus gotta share with you guys the good deals around!!!

For food. Firstly, you have Swensens. 1 for 1 ala carte item during lunchtime from Mon to Fri. How not to eat? I can eat a plate of pasta for $10 after GST and service charge!

Secondly, it's Hard Rock Cafe. $10 set lunch nett!! For that price, you can soup, a main course and the smll cup of haagen daz ice cream! Slurp!

When to watch Confessions of a Shopaholic with GHB ytd after class. I LOVE THAT MOVIE!! =D

Beautiful clothes & shoes, gourgeous female and male lead, hilarious script and good acting! Whoo!

Oh, I just love the feeling of watching a movie! Totally caught up in the atmosphere of the movie, undisturbed by the reality.. :)

Allow me to live in my own dreams before reality catches up with me again please......

2009-03-28T19:10:00.002+08:00

I just dont understand why some people have a few decades of life experience but they just dont know how to THINK.

I dont understand how they can be so IRRESPONSIBLE.

Some actions simply destroy the love in the family. The harmony. The happiness. The respect you have for that person.

Is it all worth it? Is it worth sacrificing your family members and their happiness?

It is just beyond me why they can do it. I just dont understand. I wish to scream, shout beat the crap out of that person just to wake him up.

HELLO! People are suffering becos of your stupid actions! Wake up and act your age! Even if you cant provide for us, the least you can do is be responsible for your own actions! Dont let others clear your fucking shit!

It just makes me damn sad. To see the rest upset too. Shedding tears for sth which is so stupid and can be avoided.

How can you have such resentment for a person whom you should and once love so much?

It's such a struggle. You wish you can just give up on that person and dont give a damn. But you cant. You are all tied together in blood. It makes me angry and sad and disappointed at the same time. It also makes me sad to see you sad.

Help.

2009-03-24T21:50:00.002+08:00

People around me, they all have dreams of their own. Ambitions which they hope to achieve. And though the steps may be small, they are slowly on their way towards that goal.

I'm really happy for these people..

But I cant help but wonder, what do I really want and hope to achieve in life? When will I stop feeling lost, like I'm groping in the dark, duno what's the path ahead, what to work for, what to look forward to?

Will I ever find a job which I like, find sth which I have deep passion for, will want to slog my life out for?

Or even if I really do find sth I like, will I have the guts, strength and courage to go for it? Will I bear to leave things behind me?

Meantime, of cos I'm still appreciative of the things and people around me. Stable job and income, loving boyfriend, whole and happy family, people whom I know do love and care for me.

I hope to find my way!

Charged Up

2009-03-22T16:05:00.003+08:00

Cousin Chen Chen received free invites to Zouk's event 'Charged Up', organised by students in NTU. So she asked us along.

Cool, cos it's been ages since we all went to Zouk!

Dont we gals simply LOVE the opportunity to doll up and be pretty. Think we spent about 2 to 3 hourse making-up, doing hair, changing clothes before leaving our messy room strwen with clothes all over to meet Chen, who's been waiting for us for an hour (at home).

We had a super heavy carbo-loaded lunch cum dinner at Cartel consisting of 3 baskets of bread, 1 chicken lasagna, 1 sandwich and a platter of wedges & cris-cut fries. Damn sinful.

Cant understand why do people keep staring at my curly hair and netted stockings. So result is that they will look look at me, then eyes will travel down, then up again. So rude! So I will use my mascara-ed, eyelined BIG eyes to stare right back at them.

Anyway, we arrived far too early at Zouk. Keke. Ended up spending our time hiao-ing and turning to cam-maniacs in a nearby park.

The tai-tai

The mei-mei

The rocker girl

Displaying the vainess/boredom...

Shot 1

Shot 2

Shot 3

Shot 4

Shot 5

Shot 6

Shot 7

Shot 8

When we went back and met up with ah jie and Alen Guo, we joined the short queue for public at Zouk. Thinking we might be on the guest list, we went to check at the registration area. They dont even have the list of names. We have to call the inviter to check ourselves!

Anyway, turned out that we were supposed to be invited guests, and we cant go in yet cos doors are still closed. When they were, the public line was moving fast and soon it was our turn. In case we are not supposed to be in the queue, Chen checked with the bimbo recep again. She said we can jus go in from the public queue.

However, when it was out turn to go in, the bouncer said since we are guests, we are supposed in go in the other way! Apparently, the communication within the organisers arent very strong. So we had to joined the guests queue, which by then were pretty long! And we had to stand in the supposedly guest queue, waiting in the rain, when the public queue obviously has NO PEOPLE. Hur, what kind of privilege is that eh.

Anyway, our consolation was that there were free flow ice cream but we only had a chance for 1 scoop. There was free make-up and hair makeover as well. Stupid thing was there was no coordination and queue at all. So there were people queueing all over, waiting for a long time and suddenly an ignorant gal will appear just so coincidentally and sit down at the booth just as someone was done. Huh.

Our makeover

Okay, I'm jus complaining cos it was such bad event coordination! We finished our free drink and left when the event ended at 9+pm. Which I believe people there have no idea what it is about cos only the about 50 people near the stage could see and were involved. Dont know what the video cam was there for and didnt want to spend another few hundred bucks for a live feed.

Yah, as I said, I wasnt really having a bad time. Hehe.

After that, we headed to Swensens to satisfy our burning craving for ice-cream and home after that.

The best photo we have of the 4 of us

Shagged.

2009-03-19T21:23:00.002+08:00

Only when I stepped into office and told my colleagues the cost of my hair perm did I realise how ex it was. Nonetheless, am lurving the curls! But sadly, they have loosened much. Already!!!

Woah, suddenly those poly mates of mine are all beginning to study. After more than a year after graduation. What a nice coincidence!

Luckily I have lil sis to study with me. Otherwise, where will I get my motivation from?

Have been to 1 bridging module already. Yesh, I still love classes. Exam's this Sunday and I am still not in the mood to mug for it! Haha!

Anyway, sis have came back from Taiwan. Oh man. I really do want to pay a visit to Taiwan!! Taste the unique and wide variety of interesting and delicious food, meet the friendly and pretty/handsome people, visit the beautiful sceneries etc.

Oh, seriously, what would I do without Eunice? She's sucha great pal, a rare gem, honest and sweet and lame/funny and thoughtful gal! Always thinking the best of people, giving me great advices, making office hours much more enjoyable! Hehe, if you happen to see this, you'd be on cloud nine right? hehe.

Communication is a really difficult thing. And Eunice taught me to be a great person.

Went to a famous chicken rice stall in toa payoh jus now. Yesh, Toa Payoh is a heaven for famous and delectable food. It's called Lee Fan Nam Kee, at Blk 94 TPY Lorong 4 #01-04. I wanna try all the good food around, instead of always sticking to the same old boring stuff!

There are so many things I want, hope for... But no.. I had chosen this path myself. And I have to be responsible for it. Comparisons are inevitable. Will often look at others in envy.. But what good will it do me? Nothing. Only sadness.

Who doesnt wish to be happy?

come back to me, baby

2009-03-16T00:54:00.002+08:00

Argh! His flight is at 10pm SG time. He's supposed to be in SG by 12 - 12.30am.

But it's nearing 1am!

Argh!

Everytime I refresh the page, the arrival time gets later and later. 12.30am. Then 12.35am. Then 12.45am. Then 12.50 am. Now it's 12.55am!!!

And I jus checked again... Finally the plane has landed.

You dont understand my anxiousness!!!!

I cant get to sleep!

New haircut!

2009-03-15T12:15:00.006+08:00

Today is Sunday.. This is the day when both my darling little sis and dear boyfriend are coming back to Spore!

Prob sounds misleading, like they went overseas together! Haha. Sis had gone to taiwan with Rui Zuan since last Sat, and bf went to BKK with friends since Thursday.

Miss them both!

Anyway, sis should be reaching home sometime soon.... Yipee!

And have to wait till midnight to see bf....

Meantime, alone in Spore means bored... means doing sth different...

So I decided it's time to do sth to my limp flat tresses.

And so...

Ta da!

Curls. A first ever in my life! If now's not the time to try sth new and wild, then when is? As the saying goes, I'm not afraid of the wind blowing my hair. I'm only afraid when there's no hair for the wind to blow. Or sth like that.

Well, cos my mum and aunt both said curls dont suit me.... oh wells.

Anyway, I headed to this salon called Head-quarters at Raffles Hotel. Recommended by cindy liu.

Though slightly pricey, their service is really good!

- drinks and snacks for you upon arrival
- sweets readily available at your table
- very polite and friendly and professional service
- even have a free neck massage
- they will (try to) remember every customer ever walked in
- as i was there for a long time, they even offered to help me ta bao dinner!

And there goes my Saturday....

CLEO Bachelors Party 2009

2009-03-14T12:00:00.005+08:00

It was darn cool!

And I have to thank GHB for asking me and her boss for not being able to make it....

To CLEO Bachelors Party 2009!!

Had thought of getting the tix, but apprently they have all been taken before I even had a chance to RSVP.

It was held at Zirca ytd, somewhere which neither of us have been to before. So we had to take a cab there, in case we got lost or sth in Clarke Quay. Haha!

When we arrived at ard 7pm, the registering time as stated in the invite, there was already an unbelievably long queue that stretched all the way from Zirca to the taxi stand.

Huh. I thought we were gonna have to join the queue. But no! GHB & I went to the doorstep of Zirca and stated her company's name, and ta-da! We were in! But not before we took a picture at the CLEO branding wall. Whee!

The VIP treatment got better when we were directed by some director of ACP to an exclusive part of Zirca at Level 2 , staring down at the stage (though part of it was blocked). Though there werent any goodie bags given (how can?!), flee flow of drinks (red/white wine, champagne etc) and snacks made up for it. How cool is that?

Highlight of the night was probably the striptease show, where 6 macho guys stripped down to their boxers and jeans, throwing random pieces of the rest of their clothing items to the floor of ogling gals. It's hard to believe how ties and belts can make those gals salivate and scream. And when the shirts were off, cameras went crazily snapping.

Most of the guys couldnt make it, I think. But at least the winner was tall and hunky enough.

In my opinion, Hossan Leong (the host) was probably the most entertaining person at the party, esp when he danced to the tune 'Dancing Queen'.

Througout the night, I kept thinking how fun & cool will it be to work in CLEO, organising such an exciting and much anticipated event! Hmmm....

GHB & I yaked and talked and gossiped all the way home............ =)

COMMUNICATION

2009-02-26T20:41:00.002+08:00

COMMUNICATION IS MORE THAN JUST WORDS

Generally, most people wrongly think that communication is synonymous with talking.

-> To “talk” is to utter words ... but to “communicate” is to transfer thoughts.

TRUTH: We communicate by WORD, GESTURE and SPIRIT.

Researchers say that 55 percent of all communication is nonverbal.

THE NEED FOR ACTIVE LISTENING

The most basic communication skill needed is not talking ... but LISTENING.

ACTIVE LISTENING means that when someone is talking …

-> You are tuning in fully to what that person is saying.

-> You are actively seeking to understand what the other person really means.

You are not thinking about what you are going to say when that person stops talking.

-> You are not “second-guessing” your friend or partner—thinking that you already know what he/she is going to say.

-> You are not filtering the other person’s remarks through your own opinions and needs.

THE FIVE DIFFERENT LEVELS OF COMMUNICATION: C.O.M.E.T.

Level One: CLICHE conversation.

This type of conversation is very safe:

“Hello, how are you?” “I am fine. Good to see you.”
“How is your family?” “They are good.”
“Where have you been?” “I was working overseas.”

In this type of conversation, there is no personal sharing.

Each person builds an invisible “wall” and remains safely behind that wall.

We also call this “weather talk”— everything is kept at a very shallow and superficial level.

Level Two: Reporting the facts on OTHERS.

In this kind of conversation, we just report on what others have said ... we offer no personal comments of our own.

We just report the facts like the 6 p.m. news.

“What did the doctor say about dad’s check-up?” “Fine.”
“What did the kids do today?” “Oh, they went for classes.”

A lot of couples, family members and friends do not get past the second level of communication.

Today, we want to spend some time to practice communicating to one another.

Before we do that, let’s look at how we can bring our communication into a deeper level of openness.

Level Three: MY ideas and judgments.

Real communication only begins here!

The person is willing to put down his defenses ... and start sharing his ideas and decisions.

But he is still somewhat cautious ... if he senses that people don’t accept what he is saying, he will immediately retreat.

“I think you should spend more time with our kids.”
“I think I should further my studies next year.”

Level Four: My EMOTIONS and feelings.

Now the person shares how he/she personally feels about the facts, ideas and judgments.

The feelings underneath those areas are now revealed.

“I am afraid I may not do well in my exams at the end of the year.”
“I am very happy that you feel this way about our family.”

This is sharing your feelings.

Level Five: TOTAL, TRUTHFUL open communication.

All deep relationships, especially marriage relationships, must be based on absolute openness and honesty.

This may be difficult to achieve as it involves the risk of being rejected because of our honesty.

“I don’t know if I can be a good mother, I am so busy at work everyday.”
“Listen, don’t stress yourself out ... you are a fantastic mother. If you are not able to cope, let’s discuss if you should work part-time instead.”

V Day

2009-02-21T16:42:00.002+08:00

V Day!

I know baby's been eyeing for a PS3 for a super duper long time. So I decided to buy him one. But now's apparently not a good time yet. In the meantime, I couldnt possibly have nothing to show for V Day for him right???

Then when I pass by the shop, I thought that thing is a unique and great gift! So says my colleagues too.

........................................

Heart-shaped bak kwa!!

Apparently, baby did think it was very weird. Dotsssss.

I love the gifts he gave me! We were in the plane back to Singapore from BKK. I was flipping thru the magazine in the plane, browsing at the products they are selling. And I fell in love with this.

It's those magnetic/ionic stuff which will improve your blood flow, cure aches etc. Gorgeous and useful. But damn ex to me!

And he thought this was beautiful.

So back at home while we were unpacking, he suddenly produced 2 gift boxes! Ta-da! He actually bought the 2 accessories while I was napping in the plane.

That was such a lovely surprise! =D *hearts*

Surprise part 2 came on V Day itself. It was around 10+ in the morning when a deliveryman appeared with a bouquet of roses for me. Lalalala~

You are much better in surprises than me, Mr L! Keep it up. whahahahaha. muacks

Somehow, we managed to dilly dally till late afternoon before going out.

Dinner at Chong Qing Hot Pot!!!

Blogging about this made us crave for steamboat so much that we decided to have another round tonight! But not at Chong Qing... home-cooked! :)

With LOVE

2009-02-18T22:24:00.002+08:00

There's this '25 things random about me' going on hot at FB now. At first I thought it was so bo liao. How wrong was I. When reading about some forgotten facts about our childhood written by sisters, how vehemently this reminiscence made me feel.

Sighs. The good old days of playing, innocence, shades in only black and white. No real worries, no tormenting troubles.

Anyway, had quite a good laughs over these interesting reads which had quite a few things that surprised me!

Watched 'Bride Wars' ytd with AJ after work. Thanks to her lady luck which won her free tickets and freebies of the movie! What a sweet and meaningful show! Is definitely a great movie to catch with your best bud.

True enough, wedding is one of the most impt things in a girl's life. Sth which only happens once in a lifetime. The moment when she's the prettiest in her life. When she will really begin to live. Not a trivial matter to get over and done with hastely without proper planning because this is a girl's LIFETIME DREAM!

Baby Che is good at giving surprises! On the other hand, I totally sucked at it. Argh, I will try harder to catch you TOTALLY OFF GUARD ONE DAY, dear! Ha!

Total honesty and openess are 2 of the most impt keys to a long-lasting relationship. Totally agree.

Eunice sent me a write up on COMMUNICATION TODAY. Very useful.

It mentioned srh about communicating is not only talking. It's about COMMUNICATING what you have in mind. And you use gestures, facial expressions as well as words to do that. And they say most stuff that are most conveyed are thru non-verbal ways.

And also, when communicating, you should be actively listening as well. As in really take in the entire picture of what that person is trying to say. And not using his/her words to think what he/she is trying to say. And when he/she is talking, you shouldnt be thinking of assuming what he/she meant so that you can say what you wanna say.

And there are 5 levels of communication.

1 is weather talk. Talking about the weather, simple mindless neutral stuff.

2 is talking about what other people say without giving any of your comment.

Blah blah blah. Cant really recall entirely about what I read... Urgh. I'll post the entire thing next time round.

Which reminds me of how forgetful I'm getting these days (how ironic). Sometimes I really do wish I can slap myself, knock my head against the wall, punch myself in the nose. Not that I cant... But uh......

Am talking gibberish again...!

And as always, cant wait for weekends to come......

cute hamsters

2009-02-15T15:00:00.003+08:00

Hamsters' cutest and funniest moments caught on camera...

Ahh. I hope my whole body gets tanned evenly. I can even kia ka!

Munch munch munch. I love nuts. Sorry about the mess.

What's that smell?!

*Wink* Caught on camera.

Hamsters' heads get tired too ok...

I'm too shagged. I dont care if I sleep like a baby.

SPIDERHAMSTER!

Sometimes, I share the bed with a giant fruit that's as big as me!

happy 18th mths anniversary!

2009-02-10T22:01:00.011+08:00

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2009-02-09T21:43:00.002+08:00

They say once you reached 21, the years will pass by in a blur. I have never thought much of it, but now I think it's true!!

I just turned 21. But somehow, it seemed to me that in a few more months, I'll be 22 soon!

Gosh, I'm afraid of aging!!

And so, I've been obsessed with different beauty products and regimes recently. Reading about 保养 in books, forums, magazines..

I must say, women are flooded with so many products in the market that we are really confused people! From the hair and scalp, to face, body, hands, right down to you feet and nails!

And I do not deny that women's money are easy to earn. Hehe. Even a dinner with GHB at CWP turned out to be damaging to our wallets. We are seriously addicted to shopping.... =S

Anyway, as the saying goes, there's no ugly women. There's only lazy women!

Father had been in an accident last week. Thankfully, there was no (major) injuries. But I think it's a blessing in disguise.

It's been donkey years since I spent such quality time with my papa. Sister Hua played a major part too. Cos she's the one who forbid him to drink. I like papa like that. Somber, wise, fatherly. Cooking us breakfast in the morning. Chatting with us at night. =)

Today is 元宵节, also the last day of CNY. So.... happy reunion, friends!

Goodby, xiao bai

2009-02-02T15:01:00.003+08:00

Furry. Attractive. Cheeky. Naughty. Lazy bum. Eats a lot. Cute. Love cleaniless. Self-conscious. Beautiful.

Pronounced dead on 2 Feb 09 at 8.45am. The poor lil thing wasnt even 5 months old yet.

That was my hamster 小白.

***

Few days ago, we started noticing he was behaving abnormally. He doesnt eat as much. He's always tired and sleeping. He doesnt play with us so much anymore. His breathing is so harsh and fast. Thought perhaps he caught a cold or sth. Never would I expect that few days later, he'd be gone..

The tragic incident happened this morning. I truly believe the hamster knows we loves him. Baby finished his night shift and came home around 8.35am. 小白 didnt respond to his name, or any other touch. In less than 10 minutes, he passed away. It seemed as though he was waiting for baby to go home and catch his last breath.

Yah, it really seemed so to me.

I took urgent leave. When I reached baby's house, I saw the small thing lying motionless on a pile on tissue papers in the table. So tiny, so helpless. So heart-breaking.

I had thought maybe magically, tears will bring him back to life. No chance of that happening. But at least, I feel that his soul has joined the queue in heaven for reincarnation.

We put 小白 in a box and sealed it together with our last words to him, and buried the 'coffin' under a tree some where nearby.

May you rest in peace, little 小白.

I know that baby is very upset over the death of 小白. He's even talking about 小白 in his sleep right now. Not once, but many times. Caring about his safety, playing with him..

Since there's only 小黑 left now, we're afraid she'll get lonely. So we went to buy another Roboroski White Face, the same breed as 小白. A male too, in hopes he will replace 小白 to breed some cute little hammies. Hia name is Junior.

Sucha a tiny little thing when we bought him. It made me realise how much our hamsters have grown in these few months.

As for blackie, hope she'll lead a long healthy life. And that she wont be so timid anymore, and learn not to escape the moment sth is near her.

Happy Chinese New Year!

2009-01-30T23:43:00.005+08:00

Happy Chinese New Year!

This is the season of reunion. You see family members flying back to Singapore, people meeting up.. It's sth like Xmas. But Xmas is more like a friends reunion, whereas CNY is more of a family reunion thingy. Both has a heartwarming feelings attached.

It's always during this time when I think of my late gram the most. CNY has never been the same again without her around. My sis said since gram has passed away, relatives should usually gather at the next elder person. Somehow, it skipped the 4 brothers and 1 sister, and everyone united at OUR place instead, the house of the youngest sister of the 6 siblings. Cos I have a friendly, sociable, outgoing, funny and cute mother whom everyone loves. =p

I promise. I will have a head start at spring cleaning in the next CNY. I will not wait till the last weekend. Which I did this year, and that means there werent enough time to get everything done in time. *Does people clean after CNY?*

Decorating the house full of CNY displays is my father's fave hobby. And it is really well-done, I should say. If it was me, it will definitely turn out to be a huge red mess.

Red heart is put in the picture to respect the woman's privacy. Though close friends/family will probably recognise her with that big mole on her arm. WHAHA!

On CNY Day 1, went to Chen family's popo house as usual. And like always, it was heaps of laughter with sisters and cuzzies with crazy fun.

Angels. Pretence.

An unsuccessful attempt.

Idiot face.

Biting zombies out of control. Shucks. It so horridly, terribly ugly that I laugh everytime I see it. I dont even know why I post it here!

Models wannabe.

Chen popo's birthday!

That night, went to baby's friend (linfa) house to gamble. Never seen a more lucky zhuang jia before, with always a mountain of winning notes infront of him. =S

Second day of CNY, played fun mahjong with mum and hua. Had fun bullying mum together with huahua. Hehe.

In the afternoon, the whole family went to catch 'The Wedding Game' at CWP. It was jus an ok movie, nothing fantastic. Overall verdict, watching DVD should be enough.

And holidays ALWAYS flew by. Sighs....

I realise I should start really taking care of myself. Beauty-wise, I mean. Ladies are only young once. And youth is sth which once lost, is gone forever. I AM REALLY AFRAID OF AGING!!

2009-01-18T20:09:00.010+08:00

When: Day 3 in Bangkok, 7.12pm Bangkok time

Where: Centre Point Service Apartment, hotel room

Hello there! The reason why I have time to blog now is becos baby is sick!!!! =( Fever, cold sweat, having runs, body ache, terrible headache.... My heart goes out to him. So we are taking the day off hard-core shopping today, and he's taking a rest right now.

Only 2 days left in Bangkok, and I'm gonna savour every moment here! Let's begin the story from Day 1!

Day 1: Off to Thailand, Bangkok, the land of smiles!

As usual, set off from baby's house on Friday to the Changi Airport. It was nice for Papa gave us a free ride there. I threw my temper for a while then over a trifle matter. But thanks to baby for reminding me to SMILE!

Arrived at the airport. Love the place cos my memories of it are always the exciting and anticipating feelings before leaving for a holiday with him!

We had an awful breakfast at Kiliney Kopitiam at Changi Aiport. Reminded me of the real Kiliney Kopitiam at Somerset, but the food is nothing like it. =S

Waiting to board the plane..

Even though I was dog tired from the lack of sleep, I forced my eyes open during the first half hour or so of the flight.

Cotton candy clouds.

The sun rays emerging.

And we were in BKK! We took a metered cab to our hotel. Luckily we ignored the limousine's offer; it was so much more ex! Half an hour later, we arrived at Centre Point Service Apartment.

Yes, it was really as cold as I looked! It was about 18 deg C!

It was a very wise decision to stay at Centre Point. First, the room is huge! About 2-3 times the size of the hotel room in HK! There's a proper fridge, stereo set, sofa set, oven, toaster, washing basin, many cabinets, enough empty space to cater to 2-3 mahjong tables!!

Also, the place is so clean and new! Hehe.

The busy and hectic streets of BKK.

A praying point right infront of a mall!

Welcome to the famous Platinum fashion mall!

The first thing we had in BKK - tom yum soup!!! Yummy!

Bangkok is really THE place for shopping. Stalls everywhere, even along the road.

And Platinum mall is really WOW. There are so many shops, so many things to see! It's a heaven for shopaholics!!!! As people have said, it's a wholesale centre. They only give discounts for 3 pieces and above, and not more discount after that.

And we managed to finish all 7 levels by dinnertime. What a great accomplishment! Althought it wasnt a thorough combing of the mall. And it was REALLY TIRING.

After dinner, the mall was closing already. Even though it was 7+pm only. That's one bad thing. All shops close SO EARLY!

Do you dare eat this?!

Shopping items for Day 1!!!

Baby knocked out on the bed before even brushing his teeth. Then he wont even budge after that. That's how exhausted we were.

Day 2: A trip of Chatuchak

One thing I love about Bangkok is that it's an hour slower than Spore. So it seems like the day is so long and never-ending! Which is esp great when you're on a holiday!

So we woke up to a chilly morning and had the free breakfast buffet at the hotel.

Breakfast by the pool!

I have no idea why, but baby's food (bottom right) never fail to look more temptingly delicious than mine. But who cares? They have my fave food - Koko Krunch and Honey Stars!!!

Baby headed to the gym for a while after breakfast. Then we bathed and were all set for Chatuchak!

Saw this pretty flower right outside our hotel.

Catching some Vit D.

Train station.

Buying the train tix.

BTS train. Small and cute! And it occupies only half the length of the platform.

Saw the paranomic view of Chatuchak when we were still in the train. IT IS HUGE!!!!! There were much more things to shop than Platinum! And yes, it like Bugis Street X 10 times. Baby claimed that it's bigger by 50 times. Whahahah. So exaggerating.

Our roadside stall lunch. We duno what to order cos there's no menu nor pictures, and we cant read Thai. So we jus pointed at the bowl of noodles our neighbour was having and said the favourite phrase of Thais, "Same same."

And no wonder Thais are mostly so slim. Their fave food is the glass noodle. You see it everywhere! And their dishes are so spicy!!!

He can do the teh tarik thingy is many diff ways!

Another must-have in Thailand. The authentic mango smoothie! Made of real mangos! Along the streets, there were many people performing too.

Just another tiny human being in this populated area.

Streets of Chatuchak.

Chatuchak Park.

Just look at the carpark of Chatuchak!!

We almost couldnt make ot back to the hotel. Cos my legs have turned jelly, and baby's are almost paralysed. Have never been so tired before. We have to buy another bag just to stuff the stuff we've bought. So heavy. Totally famished.

Back to hotel to rest, before having dinner at Fuji Jap Restuarant at Platinum Mall. They have really good Jap food!

Our dinner

Time to tuck in!

Shopping items for Day 2! Just compare this pic with the one from Day 1. This is much tidier and nicer. Needless to say, I'm guilty for the messy pic for Day 1. I'm amazed by his patience and tidiness!

On day 2, I was the one who knocked out first.

Day 3: Time to rest

So here we are, Day 3 in Bangkok. Baby kept woking up in the middle of the night, running to the toilet. Symptoms of the illness had emerged. Obviously, he didnt sleep well.

He didnt have much appetite during breakfast too. Only ate half a bowl of porridge and some fruits. Poor thing.

We went back to our room. Intended to head to the gym. When I came out of the toilet, found baby sleeping on the bed already. So I sat beside him, and fell asleep myself.

Woke up few hours later, and baby was running a fever le. We rested for a while more, and his fever managed to subside a little. We bathed and just went to the nearby market for a short walk.

Sick kitten waiting for the lift.

Love this colourful building!

Shopping!

Then we took an ice-cream break at Swensens.

Moment of happiness???

My twix twister ice cream! Sticky Chewy Choc ice cream with banana and twix bar.

Baby and his green tea and strawberry cheese ice cream.

After eating a cold spell and splitting headache hit baby and we have to retreat to the hotel for the day.

He granted my wish for A&W. Ta bao it as my dinner back to the room, and he ordered room service cos the food found in streets of Bangkok aint really suitable for a sickie.

Chicken burger meal. Yes, it tastes as ba as it looks. Disappointing.

His room service food. When the waiter served the food to our room, I asked for it to be charged to the room. He looked at me expectantly for a while, then wished me a good day. I then realised he might be waiting for a tip! Being raised in a country which doesnt encourage tipping, tipping is not a norm for me and I felt bad for the waiter.

So after dinner, baby took his med and has been sleeping ever since. Luckily he brought panadol (for him) and laptop (for me).

And it's only 9.23am in BKK now!

Going to bangkok

2009-01-16T06:39:00.003+08:00

I'm at the airport with baby, waiting for the plane to depart! Meantime, both of us are surfing the net here, going to FB and blogger. heehee.

I MUST enjoy myself! I SHALL NOT let anyone or anything spoil my mood or holiday.

I MUST BE HAPPY!!!!

Bangkok, here I come~!

Bye, 2008. Hello, 2009!

2009-01-01T04:21:00.003+08:00

Bye, 2008. Hello, 2009!

What can I say to describe 2008 but the word 'crazy'?

The terrorist attacks, earthquakes, olympics, 3 holiday trips, 2 new bosses, shooting then plunging oil prices, the worst recession since duno when, my own events, spending a bomb on Cali fitness, meeting baby's mum, edison's sex scandal, 1 year with baby etc...

Sincerely hope that 2009 will be a better year for everyone!

Last day of 2008 has been a simple yet interesting day.

Baby and I went to Chong Pang to meet Mummy. Supposed to choose my own bday gift. But we were late. So by the time we went there, she already bought it. Hur hur. Spent the time shopping with her instead. Sis and her bf, Alen were there too. Thanks for the pretty necklace!

Been long since I shopped with mummy. Keke..

Then I had a sumptuous dinner with family. Papa, being so papa, kept asking us if we wanna order more dishes though we were already having trouble finishing the food on the table.

After that, went shopping with him in town. And what a nice surprise to bump into Grace Lee!

There werent many people on the streets when we reached town at ard 8pm. Figured most people are stuck ard city hall. But there were so many police officers on duty patrolling! There were also many temp guard houses!

At a dressing room... we present the angel and the devil.

Angel says baby that no, you can only buy one shirt! Devil says, who cares? Both shirts look good on me, so I'm taking both.

As you know, devil always win. Hehe. I'm devil's friend.

By 9+ 10pm, the streets are filled with people. Apparently, shops have started to close, and these people are just loitering around, waiting for the arrival of 2009. Why cant they have shopping hours extended to midnight today? Am sure many people will appreciate it.

We decided to head back home before 12 am. And when we reached his block, we saw a countdown party going on there! That was so happening! What was even cooler was that there was Old Chang Kee parked right infront of his block. *envy*

This is the beloved birthday present from him! Funny thing is it was an early gift. As early as in Sept. Haha.

Anyways, thanks everyone for their birthday wishes. =) Happy Year 2009!

2008-12-31T03:08:00.004+08:00

Happy 21st Birthday to me! You have no idea the trouble not being 21 has caused me before.

Sometimes, I really do feel that I'm getting old. Looks, body and mind already have the telltale signs. But at times, esp in office, when people marvel at my not-even-an-official-adult-age, I'm secretly pleased for not reaching 21 yet.

So anyway, the day has finally arrived!

And guess how did I spend my last moments of being 20? Waiting for prawn mee with baby at the market. Whahah. Thought that was so funny.

And when the clock struck 12, cindy liu and baby sang me my birthday song! And cindy gave me a cute milk carton present!

And inside the carton contains a musical card (they still have it nowadays!), a pair of checkered shorts (A good motivation for me to shed 1 or 2 kg to fit in it better, keke) and a long sleeved shirt.

<3>

Snip, snap shot!

And I was so touched by AJ, who was supposed to be on leave on 30th, but came back to office jus to celebrate my birthday with me! And thanks too, to the rest of the colleagues, who spared time off their busy (or free for some? haha) schedules to sing a bday song for me!

The machos and ladies...

This is my heart-shaped birthday cake, and the part 2 of my Xmas present from AJ (cookbooks), and that's a personalised apron! So now everyone knows I'm learning cooking.....

The other present is a lovely castle necklace from Disney Couture.

WE ARE FOREVER 21!

And thank you, my BFF GHB for your gift too! The shopping had ben fun!

4.36am and I'm still not sleeping....!

so random

2008-12-28T14:05:00.003+08:00

I love December! Have I mentioned it before? Oh yesh, I think I have. Keke.

Poor baby has been sick again recently. So when he's still sleeping, I though, wouldnt it be nice to wake up to a delicious meal prepared by your loved one?

So I made my first edible pasta today! It's gone down our stomachs before I had a chance to take a photo. So congrats to me, I'm not the cooking idiot I thought I am. And I'm so happy he finished it all!

But well, the cupcake-making with hua and Chen wasnt such a success though. But I'm sure the second time will be much better. =)

Went to Fisherman Wharf with the 2 gals on Friday for a post Xmas celebration. It's cool giving prezies to someone so close to you. Cos you know their tastes and likings. True enough, hua gave me a pretty bling bling earrings and Chen gave me this cute Eeyore handphone seat.

I'm sucha shopaholic! More and more so... =S went crazy shopping with GHB the weekend before Xmas. And returned with many unexpected purchased items!

And thanks for the Crabtree & Evelyn set you gave me! Will fully utilize it during the BKK trip in jan. =)

I'm so looking forward to it! Going there to shop for CNY clothes is just an excuse, I think. hahaha.

What baby's hairdresser said is so true. Young people nowadays dont really prepare for CNY anymore. Take hair for example. They give themselves a new hairdo for Xmas. When CNY comes, they just give it a trim and thats all.

Well, spot on.

Wonder what CNY will be like this year......

Xmas 2008

2008-12-25T20:40:00.003+08:00

I love Christmas! Love this season of love, giving and sharing!

Love the opportunity to shop..! Love buying and giving loved ones presents.. Loved receiving and opening presents.. :)

This year, people in office came up with a new gift exchange system, ie, putting your wish list into a box for colleagues to pick. Thought that it wont be like last year le, where I can come into office and expect my table to be full of presents..

I think that no matter how old you grow up to be, you'd still feel as exhilarated when you receive so many gifts!

One of the nicest cards received. From a creative agency.

My fave gifts this Xmas!

A sweet jewellery box cum photo frame from Lina.

A pouch from Yvonne.

A meh-meh purse from Grace Lee.

Cookbooks from AJ. So thoughtful and funny!

Went to Xmas countdown party at Fullerton Hotel, organised by Liu che's friends. It's a really nice and spacious place!

And I got this Chomel band. Nice!

Lalala~ I love December... Too bad the month is ending soon... And that also means I'm gonna reach 21 soon. FINALLY!

My hammies

2008-12-09T23:40:00.002+08:00

On the fine and sunny afternoon of 7 dec 08, I told baby, "I want hamster! Buy me hamster!"

And now I'm the proud mother of 2. Whee~~~~~

Introducing 小黑 and 小白!

And this is their expensive beautiful home!

Today, we bought them a new home to put inside their home...

And this is the 'bathroom'...! Filled with bathing sand..

Sleeping together..

Ohh! I love these hammies! 小黑 is Roborovski and 小白 is Roborovski white face. Super curious. Super active. Super cute! They're also very timid. Baby and I are slowly letting them get used to our scent..

I am resposible for these 2 cuties' lives. hehe. Even my mum, who is afraid of animals, is won over by them.

i feel bad

2008-11-24T20:57:00.002+08:00

Ariel is watching tv, resting her naughty churning stomach, blogging while her sweet boyfriend is cooking dinner for the both of them. Veggies and tom yum soup. Her fave.

awww~ the overly active acid in the stomach...........

I love all of you!

2008-11-10T21:27:00.003+08:00

Happy anniversary to us, dear! =)

Also, today's my dear cuzzie, Chen Chen's 21st birthday! HAPPY HATCH DAY, dear gal!

Went over to her house on sat morning with the intention of helping her decorate the house. In the end, we spent more time painting nails, going cwp shopping looking at diamonds, purchasing wine and having lunchie with her mummy.. and only 1 hour of decorating.

It was jus like the old times, fooling around, having loads of fun and laughter with my fave people. Then dolling up and piling on making-up together.

It's a good thing baby can join us at the party too, cos it's sucha special day! Am glad chen chen LOVE the presents we gave her. =)

It was so sweet! She actually cried when she opened up the present. The late nights are worth it!

Spent the night with sis, chen chen & her little cousin playing UNO cards. Little cousin even taught us a new card game that the kids play nowadays. Man, I feel OLD.

Super lack of sleep on Sunday. But still attended Lorraine's wedding @ Marina Mandarin Hotel.

Mummy & papa went for their well-deserved holiday trip to Genting early this morning. They hadn't gone for holiday without us before. And even though the 3 of us sisters add up to more than 60 years old, we are still kids in their eyes.

They had to remind us repeatedly what to do ard the house when they're not ard. They stocked up lotsa food, fearing that we dont have stuff to eat. Even cooked bottles of water for us. Touched.

Usually by the time I wake up in the morning, they'd both have gone out to work. But it jus feel different this morning! And then I had to come home to an empty house after work! Luckily sis came back shortly after too.

Hm.. but still, hope parents will have an ejoyable time! =)

Miss my boy too. It's our anniversary but I cant get to see him! Cant wait for weekends to arrive, when I can have you entirely for myself!

At least I still have beloved hua to be with and disturb now. Keke.

I'm a lucky gal because of all the loved ones around me.

pictures

2008-10-27T23:42:00.003+08:00

So, continued rfom the previous post...

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It was Cindy's (Liu Che's sis) birthday on 8 Oct. We went to Muthu's Curry for a celebration! Had a wide spread of Indian food! Hm, perhaps the outlet at Little India is better than the one at Suntec. Cos the famous fish head curry wasnt as good as what ppl say!

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Went on a date today, tee hee. Whee. I jus LURVE PHs!

KTV with baby at amk's K Box. 5 long hours, had our fill of the oldies and latest songs! Needless to say, we cam-whored inside. The room was freaking cold btw.

Then dinner at Soup Restaurant. The delicious soup was soothing to our cold bodies! Yummy yummy!

And dessert - shaved ice! Slurp!

While eating, we walked around amk hub. Happened to come across Mini Toons. It suddenly struck me that I dont have a soft toy to hug at his house! And so, after a short dilemma (cos it's exp for sucha lil thing), we bought a cute dog! Oh, it feels so soft!!!

Aint it cute! *hearts*

What a happy day today!

10 more min and the clock will strike 12am, and it'll no longer be a holiday anymore!!

I'm updating my life

2008-10-26T15:24:00.003+08:00

Pictures of outings I'd like to show everyone, dated from months ago till now!

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Went to TOP ONE KTV (formerly Icon shopping mall) in Aug with sisters and chen chen. That KTV is nice! Lotsa lighting and effects for you to play with in your room to make it seems like your own concert! A good alternative if you're sick of K Box.

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Yes, believe it or not, I hadnt been shopping in Spore for months! (Those trips to Taka/Cine during lunch breaks are defitenly not counted!) So ytd, my dear sis wanted to bring me to a long-craved shopping trip in town.

Oh, and Club Marc is having a crazy sale!

Had lunch with her at Central's Waraka. Pasta de Waraka has better food!

A cam-whoring shot while waiting for train

Taka's atrium is having a BRANDED SALE too! Jus look at the horrible crowd! Jus like tiny ants moving ard. Me and sis joined them too. Hee!

Went for yoga session at Pure Yoga in the eveing. Almost died in there. Have really lost touch. Peak of the day is when we made a joke out of ourselves at that place. We are really noobs!
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Had Pasta de Waraku for dinner with YS..! Great catching up with life, HK, bf, studies, gossip! =)

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Bet that you'll agree that there are so many weddings this year!

Hazel's wedding on 5 Oct 08, at Shangri La Hotel. The place is dreamily grand! And the bride looked absolutely stunning and happy. Too bad I dont have any picture of her. Jus of ourselves. Haha.

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Ok, more to come! Meantime, awaiting Deepavali to enjoy the holiday mood!

Hong Kong Trip Part 2!

2008-10-11T20:37:00.003+08:00

Hong Hong Trip Part II - A Day at Ocean Park.

Had heard that Ocean Park is a bit run-down and kok kok. Nevertheless, I wanna go and have a go at those theme park rides! Whereas baby's main (and only motive) is to see the 4 pandas..... Cos he's scared! kekeke..

So we have to take a bus up to the park which is high up in the mountains.

I duno whether it's good or bad, it's been hot and bloody sunny every single day we are in HK. Guess it's good. But that also means we perspired like pigs (well, I'm not sure if pigs perspire for that matter) and look shiny in the photos.

And we have to take many long, long escalators..

One good thing is that you get very good paranomic view of HK up there!

Oh anyway, baby went up to the rides with me in the end. It really is no fun taking a ride all by yourself. There's no one to scream your head off together! So the first ride we took was a roller coaster. Scary... especially when it's heading down...

Apparently the 360 degree ride that the park boasts of aint frightening at all! When we were in that, I jus screamed for the sake of screaming. Then, I went to the pirate ship... ALONE. Ask Leon why. Hur.

Pics with the mascots

Also went to a sea animal show with dolphins and seals.. Thing is that they have to repeat the story in English and Canto! It's like listening to the story twice.

The scariest thing at Ocean Park is probably the cable cars! Hanging high above the sea hanging by a thead which looks old and dusty... Haha..

At the underwater world..

Here's the most interesting part! PANDAS!

They're so cute! And 贪吃! They just keep on eating and eating the bamboo shoots non-stop, as though they've been starving for days. No, make that weeks. After eating, they drink water...

And fall asleep right there! Haha.

Got this artist to sketch a portrait for us.. The gal in the pic is pretty! And doesnt look like me at all... Except for the mole. Heh.

Went for dinner at a road side stall..

Then walked the famous Temple Street.. which has loads of fortune-telling stalls..

Was seriously tired after the whole day! Went back and rest.. and went shopping again at ard 10 or 11+ in the night! It's cool that shops are opened till so late in the night!

Our shopping items for Day 2 and 3!

Whee~! And it's gonna be a trip to Big Buddha the next day. Watch out for it!

The scary world

2008-10-04T13:04:00.002+08:00

And I did it... AGAIN.

I lost my phone. My mind was too preoccupied with worries that I did not even realise I left my phone in the cab. Not even when I gave the seat a final glance before I shut the cab door.

I was lucky that a kind-hearted Filipino picked it up. And I had to take a cab to Philippines Embassy to get it from him. Phew.

There are really times when you just cant stand yourself, you know.

These few days, this thought keep spiralling thru my mind: What is the world coming to?

The oil price is plummeting right now. That should be good news right? Dont think so. The reason as to why the prices is negative. Economic slowdown. Recession. Financial crisis.

In my impression, a lot of stuff seems to be going from bad to worse.

Everything is becoming more expensive. Nothing is cheap anymore! Transport, living, essential items cost...

There are increasing number of natural disasters. Diseases. Scandals costing many human lives.

And I think the pace at which the world is revolving is frightening. Just take phones for example. Just a few years ago, phones have only traditional ring-ring tones. Then it was mono ringtones. Then poly ringtones. Wow, then all of a sudden, almost all phones have mp3! And you can see video-call your friends!

Yah, I admit that advancing technology is helping us in a lot of sense. But it doesnt make it less scary. Imagine you had a concussion and lost 3 yeas of memory and the last thing you remember is yourself in Year 2005. You would be completely LOST, man.

That's what I'm saying. People doesnt have time to pause for a breather anymore. Because if you do, you wont be able to catch up.

It's back to the same old saying. It wont realise it until you've lost it. So there. If you feel the same as I do, you're not alone.

Treasure the things around you. Be content. And that means being happy with the things you already have.

HONG KONG!!! Part I

2008-09-21T12:59:00.007+08:00

Hi there!! I'm back from Hong Kong le. And yesh, I missed that place already!

Me and bf went there for 7 days. Hur. Some people go, 'Wah! Go there so many days for what?' But I find that 7 days is not enough! It's a shopping heaven! =D

I came home all tanned and slimmer. Hee. Cos we walked so much! Poor baby came back sick with sore throat. He even had fever on the 4th day.. Prob cos of dehydration and lotsa walking and not enough rest and sleep...

He is a super cam-whore. Haha! We took more than 6 GB of photos and videos. Hehe. So I have tons of photos to post. So it's gonna take much time to edit and diff posts to upload.

So get ready for a super long post. And this is how the story of our 7-day trip to Hong Kong goes........

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Day 1

Since the last post, I got about 3 hours of sleep before we gotta prepare to head out. As for baby, he barely slept.

We brought 2 bags to HK.. Wonder how many will there be back? =p

We took United Airlines.. Seriously, their food was BAD. Lunch boxes. Literally.

Abt 4 hours later, we reached HK! Took in all the surroundings, people, buildings etc on our way to the hotel at Tsim Sha Tsui. A lot of things are similar to Singapore. Weather is SUPER HOT.

In the airport express train!

We reached our 4-star hotel situated in the middle of Tsim Sha Tsui ard 12+pm. Room's not ready yet, so we went to have lunch at a nearby 茶餐厅 and the shopping trip began!

For gals going to HK, you MUST go to Argyle Centre in Mongkok. Apparels and accessories there are SUPER CHEAP!! I bought dresses for S$4, t-shirts for s$5!!! The place is kinda like Far East Plaza, minus the expensiveness. There are a few shops selling guys' apparels too, which are all a good bargain! =)

Also got to eat the famous Curry 鱼蛋. Nice! But they're sold at those dirty street stalls which smells (cos of the 臭豆腐. Eek.)

We also finished shopping at Ladies market.. Not so cheap eh.. One thing, you must be thick-skinned enough to bargain!

In HK, they rarely have coffeeshops. Most are shops by themselves along a street, selling diff items. But we both notice that HKers like to eat/drink 1) beef 2) soup noodles 3) 冻柠檬茶! You can see these items everywhere.

So baby brought me to have our dinner in those stalls.. eating the famous 鱼蛋 soup noodles. Baby's is different cos his balls have got meat fillings. And the juice will spurt out and scald your tongue when you bite it! But nice =)

By end of Day 1, our poor legs were already overworked and we were exhausted! Before I went to HK, were addicted to this popular HK drama series 溏心风暴之家好月圆. Got to watch it in the hotel, on 翡翠台! So happy!

So lemme show you our achievements for Day 1! Lotsa stuff! =D

Beef noodles was baby's lunch. The sausage and the box of curry 鱼蛋 was our supper. The sausage was so juicy and unhealthy.. Yum..

Zzzzz.. Slept well in the clean, cosy hotel room's plush and soft bed.

Day 2

Time for Disneyland!! Woke up at 9+am. Had breakfast cum lunch at the 茶餐厅 again.

People told me that if you've been to the Disneyland in Japan and US, then the one in HK will be a bore. Thing is, I have been to neither. So I must go to HK's!

The Disney train is cute! With Mickey-shaped windows and handrail.

Going to Disneyland is like entering a dreamland! It makes me so joyful that I felt like skipping around. We were lucky that there weren't a lot of people cos it's a weekday, so we get to take rides etc pretty quick.

Cute!

What do I love most about Disneyland, other than the castles and beautiful shops? Taking photos with the Disney characters!!!

Chip n Dale

Pluto and Goofy

This guy is from Toy Story. Duno his name. Just know he is definitely a MCP who likes to show off his muscles. Haha.

Mickey

Minnie

Donald! This one is a tiko! He actually pushed baby out of the scene to take a pic with me only. And gave me a peck on my cheek. So cute! But I know this guy's actually a gal inside. So short!

Daisy. Baby wanted to kick her butt initially. Cos the last time he went Disneyland to take a pic with her (last year), she didnt allow him to touch her snowish white fur. Dirty hands! Ha..

Baby never smiles that broadly in a pic before. Except this time with Eeyore! He says Eeyore looks to sad, it's funny. Haha. And taking shelter under his ear? No wonder Eeyore's got a perpetual sad look on his face.

Cinderella! She's SOOO pretty till she looks so fake! Very demure and elegant and lady-like!

Princess Aurora (aka Sleeping Beauty) and Belle (from Beauty and the Beast). Hmm.... these 2 are not really princess-looking lo.. They look gigantic beside us. Oops!

Aint we lucky! Got to take pics with so many of them! Whee~ They are situated at diff places at diff timeslots. You must know where to find them. Didnt catch Snow White though..

HK Disneyland is divided into mainly 4 parts. The entrance/merchandise, the princesses' castle, Tarzan's home and Tomorrow land.

Out in the Disney streets.

Lotsa shops with pretty deco to buy Disney merchandise!

We're really not that violent.... ;p

Woah... Nice...

Made of gold!!!

Ha! Good one, dear.

Castle! We also went to Pooh's house later in this place.

Orh-yi-yor... Tarzan!

At one of the attraction at Tomorrow Land, I drove baby around. I'm a scary driver. He knows what I mean. Haha.

Wall E

While we were reasting at a bench eating ice-cream and drinking water, birds settled infront of us and refuse to go! Amazing! Baby said it must be cos of his lovely singing, so they're attracted to him............. Hur hur.

We also attended a 3-D show. It looks real, as if the characters are popping out at you. Not only that, they use real effects! Eg, sprinkling water.

See, I found this! Leaves are even decorated in a Mickey shape!

We were once again lucky to chance upon the Disney Parade, whereby all the characters walk along the streets! Here are some of the pics..

Disney on Parade!

Toy Story!

Alice in the Wonderland!

Ariel the Mermaid!

Snow White, Princess Aurora, Belle and Cinderella!

And lastly, Mickey & Minnie, Donald and Daisy, Goofy & Pluto!

It was a hot and tiring day. We didnt stay for the fireworks though. Headed out for dinner and dessert!

Went to a famous shop which sells claypot rice.

Another thing we realise... the food in HK are really nice! None of them disappointed us.. Kekeke... Except for a healthy meal............. ;p

Yummy! Duck in XO sauce.

冻柠檬茶! They use crushed ice, real tea and lemon slices. And the coke comes in a old-fashioned glass bottle.

After dinner, went to have famous desserts. The mango pudding is especially good!

We had to walk around to burn off more calories after the filling dinner and dessert. Baby brought me to another nigth market, to malls selling branded stuff... Basically the 'town' area.

Walked soooo much... Tired day....... But happy! Cam went out of batt by then, so no more pics!

Bought little stuff on second day.. so items bought are taken together with Day 3's. Look out for the next post. =)

THE END.

2008-09-08T23:35:00.002+08:00

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.

Call me crazy... But I will finally be in HK... in 11 hours' time!

There wasnt much of a counting down, cos I've been so busy with my event recently..

but anyways.. Yipee!

Time for bed. I only have 3 hours of sleep.. =(

Zzzzzzzzzz........

LOVE YOU!

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2008-09-06T00:14:00.008+08:00

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Weird life

2008-09-03T21:57:00.003+08:00

Life is just so weird. There're so much stuff to get used to.

When I first joined Marketing at my company, it was just me and Aijia. So I learnt everything I can from her.

Then 4 months later came Grace Lee, who became our Brand Manager. So we both had to report to her instead. Her working style was much different, so soon I got used to having her around, knowing she'll be able to guide us both.

Half a year later, Grace Lee left. At that time, I thought, "What am I gonna do without her?"

And still, 2 months went by just fine.

Tml, my new Brand Manager will be coming in. I wonder what it will be like from now on??

Baby & Hong Kong

2008-08-28T20:26:00.004+08:00

Forgot to ask mummy to cook my dinner. AGAIN.

So I have to ta bao Mac. AGAIN.

And while eating fillet, it brought back some fond memories.. Of him gobbling the burger down in less than a minute. And then stuffing the top bun of my fillet into his mouth at once. Cos we were rushing for time.

He is so funny. Never fails to bring a laugh to me. Trying to imitate the gymnasts.. making ugly faces.. Lying on the floor like a lazy bum.. Keke. I miss him.

He's getting busier and busier lately! Hope the days pass faster, so that we can shop and relax and have fun, just the 2 of us, in HK soon!

I"M SO LOOKING FORWARD TO IT!!! =)

2008-08-19T20:51:00.003+08:00

A day with my best bud... Started with the usual activity of.... KARAOKE!

After which we went shopping a lil.. Before heading to Jovian's bday party! He's yufen's 1 year old cute son!

He's got a humongous 3kg bday cake.

GHB and i shared this big piece of cake. After removing the cream, there's only abt half the portion left. keke.

It's great meeting up with old friends for a chat and laughing, reminiscing past memories. LOVE KIDS!!! =p

First Year Anniversary Celebration

2008-08-11T21:34:00.003+08:00

Hur hur. I feel like a 幸福小女人. =D =D =D

While others were out squeezing each other trying to catch glimpses of the fireworks, I was at boyfriend's house enjoying a pipey hot and satisfying meal of steamboat! Always my fave!

Japanese buffet for the big day! Bon bon bon... Kuishin Bo... Let pics do the talking!

At home, trying to call Kuishin bo before we get out of the house.. but someone said I'm ah lian!

Clad in a sexy v-neck. Hehe!

At Marina Square

I like this pic!

Trying to capture the countless Singapore flags behind..

Staring into space...

Nice!

Hehe, *hearts*

Tuck in time!

WOW! Look at all the food! And this is not all!

At the new extension of Suntec, there's this very nice water fall display.

I look weird... but happy!

Woo Hoo! Like what he said, 1 anniversary down.. Many more to go!!! Whahahaha~

LOVE YOU, SWEETIE!

HAPPY 1st YEAR ANNIVERSARY !!!

2008-08-10T00:00:00.001+08:00

HAPPY 1st YEAR ANNIVERSARY to us, baby!!!

I cant believe it. TIME FLIES.

I'm sure you will still remember this day a year ago... We just finished our afternoon shift at ESPN and had supper together at a kopitiam in Woodlands...

And thing is, I still remember what you wore that night, what you ate... Hehe.

And of cos, when we met up again that night, after my ktv session and your soccer game... The feeling of bliss jus being able to see you again... =)

We went thru lotsa ups and downs, months of anniversary to finally make it to this day. We have come such a long way, and got to know each other so much. Like, woah.

And boy, am I glad I have you around. And for everything else that you have given me, sacrificed becos of me, tolerated me... and still love me as much.

You're one in many many million gazillion.

I love you, my dear.

And I simpy LOVE the flowers he gave me. Got them as a surprise in office on thurs. Hehe. Love red roses!!

*hearts* =)

2008-08-02T23:43:00.001+08:00

I just want to be myself...

No one understands.

Who cares?

Healthy no more

2008-07-26T20:14:00.005+08:00

I used to be fit as a cow when I was in school. MC only a year or so, or sometimes never.

Very healthy, eh? During school medical checkups, a friend once asked me what my mum fed me with when I was younger to maintain such a good level of calcium and protein and what-have-you.

But health deteriorates with age. My first shock came when a medical report last year revealed an extremely high cholesterol. Me, who used to be the healthiest of all.

This is umpteenth time I've been sick this year. And I attribute it to a number of factors - stress, lack of sleep, unhealthy lifestyle and diet.

I can withstand everything... Except the dreadful and evil zits popping out of my face....!

Mr Liu told me to drink loads of water, eat more fruits and stop snacking on the chips. I'll try, hehe.

One of my nostrils is blocked. It's 8.25pm, and I feel so sleepy. Think it's time for a nap..

Before I go, congrats to you, love. You deserve it. =)

If only

2008-07-22T21:05:00.000+08:00

If only..

But there are no 'if only' in life....

I dont want to grow up

2008-07-21T22:39:00.004+08:00

I found one thing a lot of poly/sec sch mates and I have in common.

We all hate growing up. The working/adult life is not so fun.

If only we can stay young forever. Remain as carefree, trouble-free students, and the only thing you need to worry abt is grades.

The youthfulness is starting to seep out of our once innocent faces. Both things once lost, will be lost forever.

I'm not even 21 yet. I've always been the youngest among my peers, no matter in school or at work. To be truthful, I'm afraid of growing old. Being old. Yah, even though I'm not 21 yet.

I feel weird when I'm with someone younger, and I have to guide that person. That's not my expertise. I feel even weirder if there's someone obviously older than me, but is trying to act the youngest. Ironic, isnt it?

Gimme a break. I still have half a year more to go till I'm officially an adult.
Gimme a break. Let me enjoy another half a year of innocence.

Sighs. Time waits for no man.

I met up with dee lim for dinner today. Hehe. Pure gals talk and catching up over 2 and 1/2 hour dinner. It feels good to reminisce the old stuff.

Doesnt mean I'm forgetting the present though. One thing good is that I have you... :)

Can I count down??? 19 more days. Hehe.

2008-07-19T21:18:00.005+08:00

I watched Get Smart with sister hua. BAD CHOICE. Hur hur.

Baby C says I have 5 big loves.

Love to eat.
Love to sleep.
Love to complain.
Love to throw tantrum.
Love to beng wei (hokkien).

Rubbish!!

Yah, well. Today I threw a lil bit of temper. Jus a little small bit only. He might think it's cos of nothing. But gals never do things without a reason one k...

Anyway, when I met him, he surprised me with presents... Hehehehehe.

3 presents..

In Disney boxes...

There you go!

Bracelet..

handphone accessory

Necklace..

Disney princess accessories cum good luck charm!!! *hearts*

These are his first year anniversary presents to me! Although that's still abt a month away. So I asked him why didnt he want to keep them first. He said if he hid them in my room, I'll probably dig ard his stuff and find them. Which spoil the surprise.

Well, I dont mind receiving part 2 presents. Haha.

Now I have to brainstorm what to give him.

Oh my, a year passed so quickly.

Last week, I went to Gary Cao's concert. Hm, I didnt think his performance and effects are anything special. But his powerful singing made the money worth it definitely.

And being at the indoor stadium that night also meant that I was in the same room as Yang Zhong Wei!!!!! But he went as an audience only. Didnt sing, to my disappointment.

Concert pics...

Yesh.... he stripped!!

I wanna go abroad. =S

my lil boy

2008-07-09T22:40:00.002+08:00

He's like a little boy. My lil boy. But in adult size. So cute. Haha.

For eg, he doesnt know what is 70% full. He'll eat and eat till is stomach is on verge of bursting. Like now lo.

He has his sweet side too. today during work, he suddenly called me, asking me to put my stuff at his house first, and then he's gonna bring me out for dinner, to some place where we havent been before.

Then he added that he's romantic. Haha!

Then on the way home, I asked him to piggy back me. But he cant... cos he's too full!

I've in lala mood these few days. Which is good. =)

1 hr and 13 min more to 11 months with you, darlin'!!

shopaholica boyfriend

2008-07-06T20:49:00.002+08:00

I have no problem bringing my bf out shopping with me. You know why?

He's a shopaholic. To be exact, he's more of a shopaholic than me!

Grr. He always complains that he's got no shirt to wear.. And he needs to buy more shoes...

To prove him wrong, I counted the number of clothing items he owned.

Blazer and jackets: ~9
Long sleeved shirts: ~11
Tank tops: ~ 16
T-shirts, jerseys, polo tees: ~95
Sneakers: ~13

..... and more!

More than a hundred tops and he still think he's got enough enough clothes...

Sobs sobs. I think next time he'll fight with me for wardrobe space... and win!!

Hehe, wonder what he'll do to me when he sees this entry... Haha!!

But I still love him for the way he is. So fun teasing him~

We jus had a totally sumptuous and fab dinner jus now.... Famous crab bee hoon @ TPY...

Ahhhh~~ yummy...... and expensive too. A bowl of it costs more than 40 bucks k.

As he said, we've been eating a lot of good food lately. Ichiban sushi, chong qing steamboat, soup restaurant.. and now this... hahah!

okok, must cut down...

I told him how 幸福 it feels to be like this. Spending a day together, slacking, doing nth much... bullying him, laughing together... =)

Shall come back to earth tml - THE DREADFUL MONDAY!!

Finally met up with my dear YS on sat! Intended to watch "Get Smart" together. But it was totally sold out at cine. Singaporeans are damn rich, man.

So anyway, we bought tix for "Wanted" instead. Turned out to be a good movie filled with action. Very entertaining. You'll know what I mean if you watch it. Haha. And Angelina Jolie is gorgeous!!!

I'm an idiot

2008-07-06T14:00:00.001+08:00

I think there's either sth wrong with my mouth, or my hand.

When I eat, food keep staining my clothes, no matter if it's top or bottom! Brr =X

Singapore Power Building

2008-07-03T20:26:00.003+08:00

News flash!!

I was doing my stuff at my desk on wed morning. Then I looked up and saw the lights in the room right infront of me flicker.

Then everyone in the office heard a 'boooooommm'. And all the lights in the office went out, as though a vast shadow just blanketed over us. There was only silence as all the coms shut down silmaltaneously.

Then the chattering started. Management was rushing ard, trying to find out what happen. Kaypoh, I followed some out of office as well. Apparently, the blackout was thruout the whole building!

Heard our neighbours dashing in and out of offices, saying they saw smoke, trying to evacuate people..

So off we went, down and down the dirty and abandoned stairway aka the evacuation route, from the 13th floor down to the 1st level.. Took us some time, cos there's human jam. Along the way, we heard and saw abulances (not one only!) speeding to our building...

Scary!!

Hundreds of people gathered at the grass patch waiting under the scothcing hot sun.. There was power trip in buildings ard us as well.

Anyway, mgmt told us to go take shade in some nearby shopping mall (luckily we are working in town) cos dont think we can go back so early. Indeed so. Hehe.

Anyway, it actually started with a flash fire at the 3rd level of our building, which caused a power trip in my building, as well as those nearby. 4 people were injured and admitted to hospital.

Woah. What an interesting thing to happen out of nowhere. My mummy freaked out when she heard the news, and called me frantically.

Bleh!! Cant concentrate on blogging anymore le lah! The show on tv is more interesting.... hehe

2 whole days!

2008-06-29T21:22:00.005+08:00

2 entire days with my boy. =)

Ytd, we went shopping in town first. Baby's right. Sales are not attractive anymore. After discount, items are still selling at 3 digits. Hur.

Zara's on sale! I think women shopping during sales are UGLY. Kiasu. Snatches at clothes. Doesnt even give a damn when she knocks off a shirt off the hanger. Yuck.

He bought 3 tops! Hehe, he really is more of a shopper than me. Imagine if she's a woman. Haha.
I saw a bag which is so unique and cute. Lurve it. But it's 40 bucks! Not worth it.. But still. Even if I cant buy it, I can carry it ard while shopping in Zara the entire time. Which I did. Hehe.

Then we had dinner at Chinese Feast @ Suntec. Aka Chong Qign Huo Guo.

Many people! We arrived at 7pm, but the guy told us to come back at 8pm instead. So we rested out feet at Mac.

But 15 min later, I received their call already. Yummy yummy!

Duo soups. I think it's so hot! I chocked on it. Damn. Kept coughing and felt my throat has caught fire. That hot! Baby was loving it though.

But he still got sausage lips cos of the soup. Haha.

Yummy right? I love this.

He looks so cute right?? What do you think is the object of his lust??

YUCK!! But he loves it! He had nearly 10 plates of it!!

We were so full in the end! Made us so sleepy. Took cab home and slept early.

Gifts

2008-06-28T02:52:00.005+08:00

I admit that I’m young. Young in this working adult world, I mean.

Firstly, until my friend’s wedding in April, I haven been to any friend’s wedding before. There’s a lot of things I didn’t know.. How much money to put in the red packet, when to give it, having to sign the book…

Hm, there’s a few colleagues leaving recently.. And they gave all of us very innovative gifts before they left. Eg, Javine, who bought black mouse pads, then drew on every single one of them, customizing them to each individual’s characteristics… Eunice was ‘ms dancing queen’, Grace Leow was ‘ms smiley’ etc

And this is mine!

Friday was Grace Lee’s last day, as I’d mentioned in my previous post. First, she bought everyone customized cupcakes! Which was sweet! Then, to those she was closest with, she bought us this black vase that looks like a trophy, then she wrote messages in gold pen, complete with a ribbon.

The best part is, she fills the “trophy” with water, together with 2 very pretty red roses. This whole combination is simply gorgeous!

See? Their ideas are so creative! If it was me, I wouldn’t have known what to buy. And I have no chance to copy ideas from ex-colleagues ya.. cos I do not have this kind of experience.. ESPN is so not counted.

Indeed, people in my company are nice. Stacy bought souvenirs back from London!!!! Yah, she went to London and Paris! *envies*

And of cos, aijia, who’s been taking care of me since day 1… And Eunice and Grace Leow… life would have been bored without them.. hehe! I’m talking as if I’m the one leaving!

Had farewell ktv for Grace Lee too, on thurs. Under boss’s tab. Ha!

And of cos, my dear ah jie jus came back from HK not long ago. another *envies*… and she gave all of us customized keychains!

Yayy. I love customized stuff.

Not to forget my honey-coated sugar-glazed darlinest baby (haha!) who once again, surprised me with a gift out of the blue! Knowing that I always anyhow throw my phone anywhere, he gave me a handphone pouch. Not jus any handphone pouch, but a matching one!

Aint it sweet~~

Duno about men, but women loves flowers, gifts and surprises.. hehe.

There's no right time for goodbye

2008-06-25T21:02:00.003+08:00

I still have flu. But I'm not sick enough to get MC. Hate this kind of stuck-in-the-middle thing yah..

My immediate boss is leaving.

She's a really special person, a truly one of a kind. I've never seen anyone like her before.

At work, she's those kind who oozes loads of confidence. Yet she's very approachable. She's extremely well-liked by EVERYONE. TPS has gotten more interesting cos of her. Full of creative ideas. Damn talented person. She's got plenty of contacts, suppliers are friends with her. She's definitely got a very high EQ. In terms of marketing, work wisdom, I learnt a lot from her.

As a person, she's whole loads of fun. Damn funny. With her ard, things NEVER get bored. She's gets along well with people of all ages. Even if you'd known her for a while only, you feel so comfortable ard her, as thou she's an old buddy. She cracks everyone up. When she talks, you would want to listen to her. You feel yourself opening up to her so easily. TPS has gotten more lively and fun cos of her. She's really those type who gives joy wherever she is. She's got many many good friends, and her life is always buzzing with fun activities. She's totally cool, with a lot of unique stuff and a fab wardrobe!

And she's leaving after 6 months. A short span of time, but I gained a lot from her. And I'm starting to miss her already...

Had a wonderful dinner with her, AJ and Talia ytd. Went to a very nice place called Blooie's at Rail Mall.

Sadly, this is the only pic we took. But a very nice one. =)

Though Friday's our grandma (as what she calls herself) last day, still look forward to it cos thats when I can finally see baby.

I'm very much looking forward to weekend!!! =) *misses*

4 DAYS!!!

2008-06-23T22:44:00.003+08:00

Monday.. Tuesday.. Wednesday.. Thursday..

That's 4 days without seeing you!! And I miss you already...

I went for hip hop class with Eunice jus now. Oh man. I nearly died from all the fast moves.. So tired now...

I jus gobbled a McChicken down. My sister asked me, "What ever thing happened that made you wanna eat such a thing at this hour?"

Oh well. Since when have I really really care about my super uber unhealthy diet.

Breakfast: strawberry yan yan
Lunch: Fish n Chip
Teabreak: chocolate digestive biscuits
Dinner: McChicken

Oh man. i need you , dear.

=)

2008-06-15T22:25:00.005+08:00

I'm feeling contented now. =)

Today's fathers' day. Me and sis bought papa a pink piggy bolster and made him a card. He's happy, hehe. Mummy's having fun playing mahjong with her kakis and watching her addictive taiwanese drams serials too.

Elder sis is shopping away in HK! Dear xiao mei bought a waffle hotdog and my fave choc ice cream for me after coming home from work!

Though my mr liu is not with me at this moment, he accompanied me to my company's Family Day at The Cathay jus now. They hosted a Kungfu Panda screening there, selling tickets for $3 only!

He loves those kind of animation films! Hehe, and I love to see him crack up and laugh heartily. :)

I asked phoon and her oli along too!

Kungfu Panda is good!!!

I also had a chance to wake up to see him, and spend an entire relaxing day with him over the weekend, k-ing, accompanying him for haircut, cooking a meal together and then fall asleep dog tired together..

There's also time for me and myself, catching up with some shows, playing at Facebook, doing some photoshop..

There's a saying, problems will always have solutions. For those without solutions, then it's not a problem, but a fact. Deal with it.

Time for bed soon lo.......... Miss you, lao liu!

2008-06-14T22:16:00.003+08:00

We used to be mistaken as twins when we were younger. Funny now that people cant even tell that we're sisters! haha.

.........

Few weeks ago, I brought my boy on a date to ...

I was damn excited before that. Heard 'bout this restaurant before and was really keen to visit it ever since...

The place seemed pretty nice at first..

They have a nice counter cum (small) kitchen..

They show Disney movies inside the cafe..

There's also a corner selling Disney merchandise..

But I feel so cheated.

It's understandable that the whole place is packed. But thing is, there's no Disney atmosphere at all.

And it was damn noisy.

Over at the next table, a kid was wailing. Thing is, there's so much noise that I cant even hear the kid's cries.

Food sucks. Period. To make things worse, they're expensive.

So you get my point...

Sorry I had to put you thru this... Haha!

LUV YA!

That's life

2008-06-12T21:17:00.004+08:00

I'm 2 days late... but nonetheless, wanna tell you..

Thanks for the wonderful 10 months, sweetie! =)

Was supposed to celebrate father's day on monday. Everything was alright till father refused to come out. =(

It's especially saddening cos I know I need to treasure this relationship.............

Anyway, me and sisters had a good dinner at Swensens instead, indulging in sinful savouries. Satisying!

.....

Recently at work, I was the project leader for our annual customer appreciation event. Yah, even though I can brag that I’d organized events/camps in school before, or was in the main committee during past events at my company too, it was nothing like this, cos I was the person holding everything up. This was a brand new responsibility.

But of cos, I couldn’t have done it without Grace (my boss), who gave me a lot of advices and led me to the right way. And our events co, who went all the way out for us, burning late night oil to complete last-minute tasks.. And of cos, Javine, who was with me in this..

This was a very simple event, as compared to the previous ones I’ve had. We just had an hour of mingling session, and the rest is occupied by movie time (which means we’ll be more free). This time round, I wasn’t as busy too, nor did I have to stay for OTs.

But the simplest thing can go wrong, you see. Some things turned out unexpected and caught me off hand. There were glitches here and there, some complaining customers, but nothing really major lah.

After the event, all I went was, “OK, it’s over.”

There was no sense of satisfaction like how I felt after last year’s Christmas event. Maybe it’s cos of the difference in effort I put in (even though I was in charge of this project)? No idea. Also, I thought it was bad. Many things didn’t really go my way, many areas could have been improved.

To be honest, I was dreading Monday, having to face my colleagues again.

Well, perhaps I could have guessed things wasn’t as bad as I thought, from Javine’s sms on Friday night, right after the event. She said a customer complimented us, saying she’d enjoyed the event much. I was pretty surprised, hehe.

On Monday, there were more thank-yous and compliments from customers. But of course, there were come complaints too (food sucks, ticket mixed-ups, etc)… After Grace had a chat with me, I felt more relieved. Actually, the event was ok lah.

After all, this is the first time championing an event all by myself, and though the events co was great, they’re also a greenhorn in this area. I definitely learned many many things – both in event organizing and people management!

Subsequently, a few more ticket mixed-ups were voiced out. Know these things are all human error and was hard to avoid and no one’s blaming me, but each of them was still a punch at my mood or morale or sth. Like duh, since it’s nothing good.

But today, a positive email came in. Well, it’s not so much of the compliment which made me happy or feel so satisfied. It’s knowing that I probably changed this customer and his daughter’s relationship for good. Hehe, maybe I’m exaggerating, but that’s how I’d like to think anyway.

Anyway, this customer said that this is the first time he brought his daughter to watch a movie (and our staff are all very hospitable and the event was well-executed etc).

In this society, bringing your kid to a movie is a norm. I believe you’ll be able to afford that 20 odd bucks. So if you don’t, it must be because work has kept you so busy. And to know that with our event, it has helped a father bring his kid to watch a show for the first time, it is so heart-warming! Her kid was probably exhilarated! And the father must be so proud and happy too.

Thought of this made me smile and think everything’s worth it. =)

=)=)=)=)=)

2008-06-08T21:09:00.003+08:00

Sometimes, for no special reason, you just feel very happy.

I am feeling like that now.

hee hee.

I saw photos of me and my sisters.. Taking ugly poses. But they made me laugh. We can look so alike!

I am watching the drama Mars. Then I'll take out my phone, and look thru photos of him.

The first time we went out and took pictures at Swensens... At the coffeeshop opposite CWP after our night shift.. The times we always eat dinner outside.. Shopping together at PS, eating gelare there.. When I was at his house and we took pics with the micky mouse hands.. Those times we cook together...

We have a lot of happy times together... i'll bear them in my heart. i'll keep them etched in my mind. those sweet memories.

some things have changed. and i know things will always keep changing. but most importantly, i know one thing is still the same.

I love you so much, LIU CHE!

PMS

2008-05-31T21:25:00.006+08:00

i AM CRAVING FOR ANOTHER WEEKEND GETAWAY aka SHORT HOLIDAY.

I was watching a drama. In it, the male lead was suffering from the last stage of cancer, with only 3 months left to live.

If it was you, what would you do?

The first thing that crosses his mind when he wakes up everyday is "Another day of my life gone."

What about many of us? Just how many of us treasure each living day like that?

I really like kids. Cos I can see simple happiness in them. Innocence in their eyes.

And I think pregnant women are very sexy. =)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a collection of physical, psychological, and emotional symptoms related to a woman's menstrual cycle. Such symptoms are usually predictable and occur regularly during the two weeks prior to menses.

Abdominal bloating
Abdominal cramps
Breast tenderness or swelling
Itching of the breasts
Stress or anxiety
Aggression
Depression
Appetite changes and food cravings
High sexual arousal or desire
Joint or muscle pain
Fatigue
Unexplained cravings
Extreme tearfulness
Worsening of existing skin disorders, and respiratory or eye problems

To guys. PMS really do exist. They are not excuses made up by girls.

*******

I finally had a good shop today! I'm ok with shopping myself now. Couldn't get enough =)

2008-05-11T00:21:00.002+08:00

HAPPY 9 MONTHS to both of us!!

长长久久~！

Treat ourselves to a good meal @ Ichiban Sushi!

So full. After dinner, we went to buy tea and ice blended. Addicted to it now!

So sweet. It's been 9 months! 90 more years to go!! Hehe.

Happy Mother's Day to my dearest mummy!

with love

2008-05-03T13:43:00.004+08:00

I have a present~!

Last Wed, I was supposed to meet Mr Liu at TPY Central after work. But cos of sth, he had to wait more than an hour for me. Poor thing!

When I finally showed up, he had sth for me! Ta-da~!

The cup is so pretty. Love it, thanks honey! I kidded to him that I should probably let him wait a few more times, then I'll recieve more gifts. Hehe. Kidding!!!!

I had a headache, thats why I didnt attend the company celebration dinner ytd. Had dinner at baby's place instead, and rest early.

This morning, I awoke 9+ in the morning and smelled sth really delicious coming from the kitchen. Hunger pangs suddenly hit me.

Prata is waiting for me!! Been craving for prata for so long.

But we dont have curry. So he made Japanese pork curry instead. Haha.

Egg prata, cheese prata... You name it, he makes it!

Breakfast with love!

Poor dear is SICK. Attacked by the evil influenza virus. Mummy is also sick; down with fever.

Gee, so many people falling sick. Stupid weather!

We were supposed to go shopping today. Plans cancelled cos baby is ill. But it's ok, I'm still as happy anywhere! =D

Gibberish

2008-05-01T16:10:00.004+08:00

Happy Labour Day!

I arranged to meet baby for work. Even though I had to wake up as early as other weekday, I didnt mind. As I stepped out of the house, I thought the day seemed brighter, the air smelled fresher, everything was chirpier!

Yipee~ Baby said it's cos I didnt have to work, thats why. Haha.

I took the bus out with mummy. She was going to the market. She refused to walk with me, cos she said her stomach was growling. I felt slightly bad I couldnt have breakfast with her...

In the train, I saw a Mac ad. Felt like eating, then thought a breakfast meal is really ex leh. I remember on certain Sundays, me and hua will say we want to eat a Mac breakfast meal. And mummy will buy it back for us when she went to the market, while we caught up with beauty sleep at home. How nice.

I was reading Eunice's blog. She was saying her father, who is a hawker, has rashes on his hands cos during the course of his work, there were bound to be hot oil which splashed onto his hands.

It reminded me of my mummy. She had grown thinner and even shorter lately. Ever since she started work at this bao factory, which was a year plus ago. Her hands now suffered from rashes too, cos she was allergic to the gloves they had to wear. My heart ached for her as well.

Sometimes I really think I could be a better daughter to her and papa. And mother's day is coming. Bringing her out for a good meal, hope she'll enjoy herself! =)

Damn, damn, damn! My MSN kena virus! I know! Ignore links sent from me while I figure out how to remove this virus k.

Anyways, work ytd was interesting. I guess my company really does have more activities than normal companies. Haha.

We had CEO-Staff Forum at York Hotel ytd morning. Just had to go thru a couple of presentations from the senior management. The table interactive game was a bit mind-boggling, but fun! Love team games. Teabreak and lunch buffet was fab too!

Cos I ate too much, I decided to walk back to Somerset instead of taking the company bus. Aijia was so nice to join me under the killing sun.

During the presentations, I let my mind ran wild. I thought, these people here were my colleagues for 8 months! The longest I'd been at at any company, which is a big achievement for me!

Although there are some unhappiness during these months, I enjoyed my time at Tuas Power after all. I know no matter where I go, there are bound to be irritating people ard.

The heat is getting really unbearable these few days!! Goodness. What is the world coming to?

Anyways, I am blogging while baby is having some shut-eye. We are cooking tonight!

I LOVE CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM. I probably ate 2 tubs within a few days. omigod! hehe.

2008-04-27T10:39:00.003+08:00

I wonder what it's really like to get married. I mean, we've always talked about it all, but it's not the reality ya...

I attended Abula's wedding with baby ytd. Remember years ago at Film Form, she was a young, hyper gal who talks and laughs a lot. Been so long since I last saw her, and ytd, she was all grown-up and beautiful.

It must be so fun preparing for your own wedding! All the effort injected, from making big decisions to planning minor details... And it all boils down to walking down the red carpet hand in hand with the one you love, in front of all your friends and family.

Gosh! The moment was so romantic. And when Abula walked up the stage with her husband, all smiles, there were pretty bubbles filling up the air. Oooohhh~

Then baby and I were talking about what our ideal marriage is like. He wanted to get married in a faraway beautiful church with glass windows in somewhere-in-europe. I want it to have a bed of roses. He said anything is possible. With Money.

Hur hur. Then if we were to invite friends and relatives for a wedding dinner, we probably need 50 tables or so. And people coming from diff countries. Tough work.

Chelsea was playing against Man Utd ytd night. We had to miss it cos of the wedding, and I know it was agony for baby not to watch it. And omg, Man Utd lost. =( And I know how upset he is. Cheer up, dear!! It's really, really NOT YOUR FAULT!

Try emailing a certain person at alexferguson@manchestedutd.com. Maybe it really works lei. Haha.

Yes! Yes! Yes! The first ever 2 purchases I made at an online shopping blog finally arrived! Though I wasn't the one to do the purchasing.. Had help from dear sis. Anyway, happy!

I AM SO FREAKING BORED TODAY!!! I did an evil thing of psycho-ing my sis to skip work today, and go out with me instead. Mission failed though. Sighs..............

It's Sunday and I'm feeling so bored and restless~~~!!!!

JIA YOU!

2008-04-24T21:06:00.003+08:00

I've got a pretty hair colour now! WHEE~

Cut, one shade colour and hair treament... All for $30+++ only! Totally worth it! Even if I did get some scares in the salon. Hehe. Cos I went to Kimage School. All done by students.

Yah, they are not as pro lah. But you gotta give them a chance.. whaha. Actually it was the price which attracted me there. And made me stay on even when i got some scares there. Haha.

I went shopping with my dear younger sis after that. She's sucha shopaholic. Haha. Love shopping with her cos of the truthful and great comments she always give! Sisters will tell you you look fat if you really do.

Met up with jie jie and mummy for dinner. Disappointed, cos Crystal Jade at CWP has got no xiao long bao! How can?!

Caught 'Fobidden Kingdom' with them. Nice kungfu scenes! So tired after that... But I really love going out with them.

Back to work today... Even if things dont go my way, really must perservere. Jia you, jia you!

Finally get to see my DEER today. WHEE~! Surprise!! Haha

Queen of snackers

2008-04-23T00:56:00.003+08:00

Yipee! It's Wed! And the reason why I'm blogging at this hour is cos I'm on leave!!

I'm sucha slacker, I'm starting to feel guilty.. =X

Feeling loads better already. Eunice told me confidence is very impt!! And retail therapy definitely helps. Jus thinking abt doing up my hair for such a good rate tml simply makes me exhilarated!

Jus need to control my diet a bit.. Cut down on snacks.. Shouldnt be eating now cos 1) it's fattening to eat supper and 2) i'm supposed to be on a 10-hour fast for my blood test tml!

Oops, too late. Rumble of stomach won over the head.

Going for movie with mummy and sisters tml night too. How wonderful to have these ladies in my life :)

And baby. Working hard right now to gimme money to shop eh?? Heh. Jia you, with lotsa lurve!

Despite problems and grumbles of work and life, LOVE really keeps you going. It give you the strength to get up very morning and face the world, the courage to get up even after falling..

So there. It's a phase that will gradually pass.

:)

=X

2008-04-20T19:35:00.002+08:00

There'll definitely be ups and downs in life. But I'm lucky to have a good listening ear in office. Glad to have my baby with me, knowing he'll be with me no matter what. And a wonderful family whom I can turn to always.

But sometimes, however nice or chirpy a person is, she can have the right to blow up. GRR!

Capricorns are really going thru pretty rough patches right now, seriously.

HELP!

Importance of water

2008-04-09T22:00:00.003+08:00

So funny.

Me & Liu Che went to the minimart opposite his house. We bought tons of water (to be explained why later). At the last minute, I took a cup of ice cream.

We hurried to pay at the cashier. It was an old aunite there. Her aunite daughter was siotting beside her, sorts like supervising her. Anyway, we bought 3 bottles of 1.5 litres of mineral water, 2 cans of drinks, a 500ml drink and a ice-cream.

The old auntie put all the 3 1.5-litre bottles in a plastic bag. Can you imagine how heavy that was? Auntie daughter couldnt stand it, she reprimanded her mum, asking her to put one of the bottles in another bag, together with the rest of the stuff.

So old auntie listened to her. Before handing the bags over to us, old auntie stashed a plaster into the plastic bag. I'd thought it as a free gift of sth, given when you spent a certain amt. Maybe it was one of their strategies lah...

Then daughter scolded her. "You put that one in for what?"

Old aunite said, "They buy ice-cream mah..."

"Ice cream you give plaster for what?"

Apparently, those wooden spoon was put together at the same place as the plaster and old auntie took the wrong thing. What a mistake! So funny!

Ok lah, I'm not a very good story-teller. But it really seemed very funny at that time!

Anyway, why we bought so much water is cos Liu Che's block has got no supply of water!! He woke up, got ready to bathe to find out that no water is coming out of the tap. To called PUB to find out that the block's water pump is faulty! Hur hur.

So for dinner, we ordered KFC cos we have no idea what to eat anymore. No water at home, so we have to buy water... We have to rush back to the house cos actually, water came back. But water running from the tap is yellowish and dirty and filled with sand! So dear had called PUB up, and they were at his house to check.

They'd been repairing the pump for A DAY. It was only an hour ago when the situation got better. Urgh. No water. Means you cant pee, cant poo, cant bathe, cant drink clean water, cant anything!!!

SO DONT WASTE WATER!!!

REDANG!!!!

2008-04-06T18:42:00.006+08:00

I"M BACK FROM REDANG WITH MY DARLING!!!

Happy Belated Birthday, my love! Hope you had enjoyed yourself plenty. :)

How do I say? Redang is really the most beautiful place ever. I love the beach. I love the sun. I love the sky. I love the sea. I love the resort. I love you!

Hee, we took lotsa photos, and how I wish to post them all, cos they're all so breath-takingly beautiful....

The hours spent traveling to this paradise was really worth it. We set off on Wed night, to reach on Thursday around 11am. Our pool-view room was ready by the time we reached.

Saw a squirrel at the balcony!

After lunch, we quickly went to the beach. Anyone can fall in love with this beautiful sea! The sky is so blue, the water is so darn clear! Just looking at it lifts your spirits up.

This is the famous More More Tea Inn. In the resort room, the movie "Summer Holidays" was shown repeatedly on a channel. We probably watched it more than 5 times by now. Haha.

At the swimming pool, he taught me how to swim. Yipee!

We finally stripped and dipped into the sea... Ahh... I buried him into the sand, which attracted many eyes and then followers.

The water is so clear that you can see beneath...

What's better to have than ice on a hot day?

Then it was dinner time...

We played pool after that. Needless to say, I was trashed. Haha.

Hope my boy had enjoyed himself on his grand birthday at the big beautiful sea!

Next morning...

Cant wait to soak in the sea again...

Then we went snorkeling... This time round, I'm not that scared. Baby held my hand as we swam... And we took pictures under water! As requested by the photographer, he gave naughty poses for the photographer.. Not to be shown here!!

Just like that, the 2 days had past.. We'll miss the beautiful sea!

And soon, morning arrived, and we have to take the bus back to Singapore again... Sianz........

What a great weekend getaway. Next time, let's live near the beach k, dear? Haha. :)

Love you sooo much!!

Love weekends, hate Monday

2008-03-24T21:04:00.005+08:00

It is Monday - again. A rainy Monday which turned out to be bloody hot.

The idea of 4-day work week should really be considered. It doesnt necessary mean you are working lesser. It will mean you are being more productive!

My throat start hurting again.

Monday is sucky. Need I say more?

Ytd morning, I met my boy after he finished his night shift. We played badminton in the morning. Hee, damn fun running around.

He's amazing. I told him that when I first knew him. Till now, still think so. He didnt have to sleep for the whole day. =X

Darl is right. To learn cooking, you should start with sth you like to eat. It will make you wanna go learn cooking. I tried making my fave - egg tofu!!

Arent they simply beautiful?? Hee.

Final product. With much help.

While watching a Chinese food programme, he was soooo inspired (or rather, tempted) by the delicious-looking chicken soup. So he wanted to do that.

It tastes really good!

And his sis made horse-oil-chicken (read in Chinese yourself) upon his request. (He acts like a king eh?)

He finished the whole dish and ended up half-drunk. Whahaha!

Cooking is fun! If you are cooking with a loved one, and for a loved one. =)

2008-03-22T21:23:00.004+08:00

I got an invitation from Dee Lim to the Fox Fashion Escapade at Marina Square today. That's part of her job. Then I think of the event I organise... Geeeee...

So I decided to bring my sis along. We rushed, but we were late! We reached jus as the show ended. Oh wells, at least Dee Lim gave us the goodie bags, and we bagged some items with the additional discount. Hee hee.

Then we met up with Chen Chen for dance class. Finally, we made it in time! Sis sat at a corner watching while we dance cos she was burnt. Heh.

Then I had dinner with sis at Long John. Halfway thru, told sis I feel like seeing Liu Che. "Go lo", she said. So ta-da! Drop the surprise bomb on darl. Hee hee.

I like home-cooked meals.

Last weekend, we tried making Japanese curry rice. Not bad, I think. And not that difficult to make!

Ytd, we did tom yum soup. Our fave soup. Esp on a cold, rainy day.

Just the rice was good enough. Japanese rice with the nice salty sprinkle on top.

Yum yum. No wonder my diet plan is failing.........

Think I'm super sway to kena a farting cab diver for the second time! BLEH~~!!

2008-03-18T23:32:00.003+08:00

I caught the movie 10, 000 BC with darl today. It was a good movie. I almost thought the storyline was real. Cliche ending yah, but whatever. The female lead has got the bluest eyes ever lah. So beautiful.

I simply love watching movies. I wouldnt mind scrimping on food to save up for more movies. Hee. Imagine being able to watch all the latest movies the whole day long.... Ahhhhh...

I love to read. I wouldnt mind reading the whole day as well.

I also wouldnt mind if I can dance the whole day. Well, if my body is up to it.

There are just some loves in life which you look forward to. If only your passion can become your work. But how many people can get this lucky?!

There are still so many movies to watch........

O+ = ME

2008-03-17T21:01:00.007+08:00

I am proud and happy to announce - I am type O+!!!! See?? Told ya so. Ha!

Cheers! Our attempt at dumplings. Not too bad, I'd say. =)

Sunday - woke up early in the morning. Who wakes up in the early hours of the morning becos of hunger all becos he dreamt of good food?? Liu Che. Haha.

So we had brunch at Chinatown's dim sum restaurant. Dim sum, my fave! We were greedy; ordered plenty. =)

We were soooo full after that. But 3 hours later, we had lunch at Pasta de Waraku.

He makes it look so yummy!

Dont understand why guys are always blessed with the ability to eat and eat and NEVER get fa. Life is so unfair. Haha.

I like the fact that colleagues at work are becoming more and more like friends. Just like friends in school. It's a really nice feeling. =)

SICK

2008-03-14T20:57:00.003+08:00

I'm sick. AGAIN.

Seems like I'm more prone to illness ever since I left school. What to do?

It started with a light cough. Then a sore throat next morning. Which led to fever by night time. But thanks to the (amazing) fever remedy herbal tea, the fever subsided by this morning. But the sore throat persisted.

So I went to the doc today. Since I'm there, might as well take a blood test. Yah, yah. Laugh at me cos I still duno my blood type. Hell, I'm darn curious which blood group I belong to too!

And when the doc was taking my blood, I kept staring at the syringe filling up. It was making my whole arm cold. And weirdly, I felt like laughing. But I resisted the urge. I'm afraid if I laugh, the needle will break. Hee hee.

Anyways, it means I cant go k tml already.. Sorry, guys!

Tuas Power has a new owner lo!!! We must all learn to speak Chinese well now. I ate Crystal Jade's xiao long bao with baby to celebrate jus now. Haha!

Hooray! It's weekends...!!

Any day can be a happy day!

2008-03-11T20:25:00.003+08:00

I am not gonna cut my hair short EVER. AGAIN.

=(

Ytd... When we met up after work, we were both super tired. Because...

slept late on sun
woke up early on mon
=lack of sleep
it's mon..........
he went to gym

Anyways, I went to have a quickie haircut. Whip, whip, whip, all done in 15 min! So now my hair is even shorter than before. Sighs. Baby was sitting there, too lazy to even bother answering the hairdresser when she talked to him. Ha.

Then we headed to the lib. It is really a place of heaven. So many books I wanna borrow and read! Tee hee. But books which I find interesting, he probably wont even give it a glance. He reads all those chim chim books which will probably take me a year to finish. Or more. Gee.

Hungry, at dinner at a kopitiam, then headed to his house. We continued eating the super juicy watermelon, watching the tv programme on dubai...

And fell asleep just like that.

It's still a happy day with him. Any day can be a happy day! :)

*Hearts*

The art of COOKING

2008-03-10T21:21:00.009+08:00

Hello! A great and happy 7 months to us, dear Liu Che!

I'm happy. At least I'm moving towards my Resolutions 2008. Other than taking up dancing, I'm finally starting to learn cooking!

First stop: Fried rice

So with baby's guidance, I whipped up the simplest dish on earth other than maggie mee.

It was okay, I would say. Not delicious or anything, but still edible. =)

Second stop: Dumpling

We bought the skins and minced meat. Then add a lil bit of this and that, it became this - our very own receipe:

We made dumplings in the shape of spaceship, fish, yuan bao etc. Trying to be creative.

After this frying, I tell you.. I'm not afraid of jumping/shooting oil anymore!

So while I was frying them, baby was cooking tom yum soup!!! Yum yum!!

Dinner time...

So after the making of sushi and dumpling, what's next?? Hmmm....

Being with him is really so fun and relaxing and enjoying. I feel so happy! We will have loads of laughters, silly things happening, stupid things to joke about... We can try to be funny and silly, just be ourselves without pretending...

I love being with him, no matter what we are doing. Eating, taking a train, watching movie, singing.. There will be sth which makes me happy.

Me, Grace and Eunice were talking like silly happy gals during work just now. What do we love so much abt our bfs?

Everything. Which also means we dont know what exactly. It's that special feeling, which is why you're with him and not just any guy. The unique bond which cannot be explained.. The feeling which can make you so happy and forget everything else, which can make you giggle and make your heart thump and face go red. The feeling which let your guards down and be willing to just be a 小女人. Haha.

I'm gonna eat the super big and juicy 7.3 kg watermelon with baby now!

Oh, and I just love dancing~!

Random thoughts....

2008-03-01T15:45:00.006+08:00

What do you do when you're in a cab and the driver FARTS?

*Cries* That's what happened to me and dear. And man, you wish you've never boarded the cab.

I should really start to diet. I really want to. But the chocolates found in my office's pantry is no help at all.

And the oreo cheese cake tates nicer the more I eat it. Haha!

Luckily I'm gonna shake off some calories later (dance class!)

But that would mean no seeing him today............... =((

Anyways, gonna collect my new specs too! Ha! Cant wait! Finally getting rid of my awful white specs.

Meanwhile, I am rotting at home. Weekends are NOT meant to be wasted like that. Sighs.........

NATAS Fair is here! So is Triumph Fair. Shopping will only mean spending for me. I'm a person with no self-control.

Bathing time.

I want you!

THE mood

2008-02-25T20:53:00.005+08:00

I am in THE mood, so bear with it.

Maybe I should have never spring-cleaned my room. You see, spring-cleaning means thowing away the unwanted, placing and packing (hiding) stuff from view, wiping away the neglected dust.

Problem is, after packing, you have no idea where your stuff have gone to! Or rather, I forgot where I packed them away to. Sometimes they will turn up unexpectedly a few weeks later, or they might be gone forever (together with the whole load of stuff I abandoned).

I have no single clue. Sighs.

I wouldn't have this problem if I haven spring-cleaned my room. Cos everything would be on the same pile on my table.

Anyway, as I was on my way to work, I spotted a notice at the train station.

"Missing persons"

Goodness! There were several of them! Young, not that young, male, female. How do adults actually go missing in little-red-dot-on-the-map Singapore??

Shouldn't that be spelling sth wrong?

Humph... Makes me wonder...

I was reading my paper's horoscope.. Whenever I read them, they usually turn out to be true. Just like today.

It says (translated), "You'll receive some good news this week at work, which makes you more confident, and more willing to contribute."

How true is that? Pretty true. Heh heh.

Also on my paper, there was a letter in the forum talking about sleazy massage parlors operating in even neighbourhoods now. To be specific, complaining.

Yah, normal massage centres wouldn't be a problem. But the ones the author saw actually have ads with scantily-clad women striking sexy poses. Well, how normal is that? Pretty normal if the parlor offers something called extra services.

Well, before I got to the author's name, I knew it would be a lady. C'mon. Which men will complain about sth like that? Gee.

On Saturday, my sister and I tried making oreo cheese cake! The making-of with her was fun. Hee. I would say it was not bad for our first attempt. One thing though, it's damn fattening!

Oh freak! A big flying thing (insect) has just flew into the room, flying around blindly! Landing stupidly on the floor, it gave me the chance to slam the newspaper on it in one swift motion.

Oh freakkkkk!!!!!!! I can hear it fluttering beneath the paper!! Piank!

There you go, flying-thing. Bye, I'm so sorry you have to end like that. I was freaked out.

Anyway, I hate it when there are inconsiderate or gan jiong drivers on the road. I mean, they are supposed to let pedestrians cross first instead of turning at the traffic light! I mean, would that few seconds matter?

Unless it's life and death matter. Which I doubt so. Most likely rushing home to watch the 7pm show or have dinner.

So I cursed them. The best, yet most evil and least harmful. I wish their car plate number wouldnt turn up in the 4D. Grrrrrrr. EVIL ME.

I'm normally a pretty nice girl, y'know...

Oh no.I tried lifting the newspaper up gingerly, afraid the thing might fly out any moment. Surprise, surprise! IT"S GONE! Right under my nose, without my notice. OMG. And it's left a prezzie for me - its leg. *Cries*

I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you. I miss you.

My Sunday

2008-02-17T14:39:00.004+08:00

Early in the morning, my father brought me to the God of Wealth Temple at Sembawang to pray cos 兔子今年犯太岁.

It took us an hour or so, then he sent me to the library to return and borrow books. Then we went to Blk 883 Singapore Pools. After that, I was craving for ice-cream, so we went to 7-11 and he paid for my Moo ice cream.

It was 12 plus already, so he brought me to have my lunch, paying for my minced meat noodle. He went to buy ice lemon tea for me too. Then we went to fetch my mummy home from work.

I was blabbering to my mummy about our morning on the ride home.

All I wanted to say is, it feels good to feel like a kid again. =)

I feel so lazy and sleepy now. And hungry again.

I just love these red roses. I've placed them in a bottle and they are sitting on my table now so that I can admire them now and then.

Eunice told me putting panadol inside the water can make the flowers last longer. Hm??? No harm trying. Hahaha.

I just wish this beautiful thing will not wilt so soon.

I went online to search on how to make roses last longer. Here are some tips:

1) Make sure you put the flowers in a clean vase.

2) Ensure no leaves or foliage is submerged in the water.

3) Re-cut the stems at an angle.

4) Give the roses warm water, not cold.

5) Do not put the flowers directly under the sunlight or heat source.

Here are some myths some experts believe can make the roses stay fresher longer:

1) Drop a white uncoated aspirin into the water.

2) Add a teaspoon of sugar to the water.

3) Pour one part lemon-lime carbonated soda to 10 parts water into the vase.

Love roses! =)

All for you

2008-02-16T20:56:00.014+08:00

I had my first dancing lesson at Yishun CC with Chen Chen jus now. Hua was supposed to join us, but she's left for HK already. Have lotsa fun, gal. =)

Me and hua on CNY. Mum and I miss you already!

Anyway, at least I'm learning sth already.

Next thing on my list is taking up cooking. I feel bad cos it's been baby cooking for me everytime. It's time I whip up some nice dishes for him.

I know he's very good to me and I know I'm lucky. But love is never enough, I suppose. Don't every gal yearn for for love?

I appreciate everything he's done for me. He has a very special place in my heart. I guess the more familiar you are with someone, the more you may forget to be sensitive. I'm bad with words. Some jokes didn't turn out as funny as I thought. I jus hope you understand.

I jus want him to be happy. I like to see him smile, see him laugh. There are times when I feel so helpless though. There are times I feel left out. It's the worse feeling ever, but I will try to understand.

Jealousy is a really sour feeling. You feel a pang in your heart, and the sourness leaves a bad taste in your mouth. It feels so weird.

My blurness is really giving me lotsa trouble. I really hope I find it back, cos it's very impt to me.

Family is impt. I know he wants me to be in good relationship with his mum. It's my pleasure knowing her over CNY. Similarly, I hope he can have a good relationship with my family too.

The 3 sisters with mummy!

The famous beau-ti-ful 4 (youngest to oldest)

3 Hays and 2 Chen Chens

The twins

Dinner on baby's mum's birthday

I might have a lousy temper. I know it has caused him many headaches. So sorry, dear. Maybe I just want attention.

Should I be more independent? Perhaps because of my petiteness, people have been taking care of me everywhere I go. Maybe it's time to turn the tables around? Maybe it's time for me to grow up.

I don't like the feeling of being lonely.

I really wonder how people look at me. But sometimes, I dont really care.

Most importantly, I want to live happily. I want the people around me to be healthy and happy. Smiles are free. Love is all yours to give. A simple gesture, a kind word, a sunny smile can brighten up someone's day. So why not?

And because he is so important to me, all the more I don't mind doing anything for him. =)

And it's amazing how happy hecan make me feel. A smile, a hug, a kiss from him can make me forget the rest of the world. His little cute actions, enormous appetite, good and bad habits etc only makes me grow fonder of him.

Time always fly by when I'm with him, making me wish time will freeze at the moment I'm with him. Yet, I'm really curious what my future with him will be like. What house will we live in? How many kids will we have?

It's his face I wanna see, his voice I wanna hear every morning when I wake up. I want to go to every corner of the world with him, leaving our traces behind. I want to be holding his hand even when our heads are streaked with white hair. I want to be watching touching movies with him and cry on his shoulder even when we are 60 years old. I want to laugh at his jokes even when teeth are missing from my mouth.

You are what matters.

Happy Valentine's Day to you!

2008-02-15T23:13:00.006+08:00

I had a wonderful Valentine's Day this year! All thanks to my wonderful Valentine, my baby (who is feeding me now. so sweet! =p)

Let me start with prezzies. He brought me shopping, wanting to buy me sth. And we finally decided on the Swatch watch, a special edition of this year's V Day.

I never used to like watches which are metal, but I think this one is beautiful!

It also comes with a locket/keychain which you can put your lover's photo (but it's so small, how to see?)

And a Swiss lock!

V Day prezzie part 2 came when I met up with his family for dinner on Tuesday. They had gone shopping in the afternoon at Chomel, and he bought a necklace for me! =D

Thanks baby!

When I woke up on Thursday (V Day), I can literally smell love in the air! Haha. I stay bright and happy throughout the whole day. Even as my female colleagues start receiving flowers and I can only stare at them with envy.

Yah... Eunice received this bouquet of flowers from her boyfriend. She was elated! So happy for her! I came to office on that day and found a teddy bear on my table. Thanks to Grace (my manager), was thinking I might not go empty handed on the day.

Yah, I agree flowers are not that impt. It's the heart and love that matters. I told myself at least I got a watch and necklace from darling, which I like a lot already. It's ok without flowers. But which gal wouldnt like to receive at least some flowers on a V Day?

Eunice and I bought Hershey kisses and distribute to all our colleagues after lunch. A simple gesture, but it was heart warming. =)

Halfway thru our angelic actions, Samantha (our recep) called me. I had a delivery~!!!!

Hee. So Liu Che bought me flowers too!! You know the feeling of admitting to fate, then ta-da! The surprise is even more surprising than usual!

Lalala~ I'm old-fashioned. I love red roses. Hee, I love Liu Che!

Arent they pretty? =)

After work, I met up with darling for dinner at Soup Restaurant.

Woah, delicious food...

I love you so much, Liu Che!!!!

=)

2008-02-12T10:21:00.000+08:00

I’m in bright spirits! Though it’s only the morning of the second work day of the week, ha.

As I said, CNY celebration is much different from those in the past years. Not as much house visiting. But I’m still contented. Able to spend some quality time with my parents at home, catching up with cuzzies and sisters with old school games and pure fun… Getting to know baby’s family better…

I had time to have a good chat with my father. About life. About my future. About his past. Hearing his advice. How he boast about how handsome he used to be, such that my mum went after him when they were young blah blah blah. I know he’s happy to be able to see much of me over the hols. GHB came over to my house, and I’m sure he enjoyed entertaining her with old tales of his.

I was also able to cuddle close to my mum, hug her, and discuss with her my plans with dear Liu Che.

Gai gai at CWP, then KTV-ed with hua on the third day of CNY, screaming our lungs out, singing horribly with no care in the world, reminiscing by singing Grasshoppers’ 宝贝对不起. 4 hours, 15 bucks only!

Then home to a wonderful dinner cooked by my parents and enveloped by the noise and laughters of mahjong and women (as usual). ;p Cuzzies were there too, and we had hell loads of fun playing the casino game 大小. Cos we were using chips and not real money, we placed bets as though money dropped from the sky. Ha!

Then it was Monopoly – Singapore version. Fun! But too bad Xiao chen Chen went home in the midst of the night. But Chen Chen stayed over. =)

They are the best people to be with.

Sunday, baby came over to my house for dinner, and we all lao yu sheng. It was our 6 months anniversary. Hee.

Ytd was baby’s mummy’s birthday. With help from Aijia and Eunice, I bought Chomel’s matching necklace and earrings for her. They were damn nice! Gold with blings. And not too ex. =) The 5 of us, including baby’s sister’s bf, we had dinner at this famous crab stall at his house downstairs. Yummy, big fleshy crab!

Then back to his house, and they web cam-ed with his mummy’s sister. His mum is going back to Taiwan on Wed, and since I’m not gonna meet her tonight, ytd was the last time I’ll be seeing till duno when. It was really nice knowing her, hearing her animating stories.

Love my darling the most. The future is so bright with you. I’m savouring every moment spent with you, and looking forward to every moment I’ll be living with you. You’re one who gives me energy to crawl out of my ever-so-comfy bed every morning and drag myself to work. Haha. I want you to be happy. =)

May want all the loved ones around me stay healthy and happy.

Happy 6 Months Anniversary!

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Liu Che, happy 6 months anniversary to us!