Since i was little, I've never pinned much hope on my luck. I used to work really hard in school only to realise i failed that paper and had to retake the entire year because i failed by 0.5 marks. If you heard of the reason for my failure, you would think it's a joke. And no, I really did study for it.
I've repeated countless papers only to emerge stronger and fight harder but face it, I'll never be like some genius. Not that I'm hoping to be one, i just can't swallow the fact that I'm always a step behind others. I'm beginning to think that this could boil down to my naivety/stupidity.
Since I entered my current employment more than a year ago thinking I will prove my worth and put an end to all the shitty luck i had all my life. Things were going smoothly until i got too trusting and forgot to be wary of people around me. Then again, this gives me more reasons to fight the adversity and like i always say, "I'll emerge unscathed".
I miss the time when "DGJ" and "Babooshka" all cared about one another and money took the backseat. "Christmas Island" did warned me to be careful of changes in people when they are in recruitment. They will eventually get ruthless and unscrupulous. I hope i can stay away from all the evils and just be a recruiter with my conscience intact.
"Babooshka" once told me something along the line that if i dread coming into the office one day, that will be the beginning of the end...
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Monday, July 30, 2007
Relationship Development
Business development is never the fun part of recruitment but for in-house, it is unavoidable if we want to make enough money for survival... And the LVs...
I'm on a quest of developing my client base so if you know of any MNCs and they have a legal department in Singapore, please let me know. Before i die of starvation...
Well, I just came to realise that maintaining a relationship is similar to in-house legal recruitment. You need to look out and develop new clients as you move into the higher stages where things get tougher and we just have to work harder to maintain status quo.
Between two, when the trust is strained, time would be needed to heal the wounds. Just like how I will have new jobs to work on soon if I spend time on it. Given that there are so much uncertainty going on at work, i think it'd be hard for me to focus on recovery but i promise to try.
Caught The Simpsons Movie over the weekend and i must say, it did not disappoint us one bit. Every segment is filled with hilarious bits that kept us going and before we know it, the movie ended. Like the TV series, we just hope that it can keep going on. Kudos to Matt Groening! If you haven't watched it, go get your tickets now. Just a reality check that "Balloon Scultor" reminded me - Could anyone of us love our other half like how Marge loves Homer?
I'm on a quest of developing my client base so if you know of any MNCs and they have a legal department in Singapore, please let me know. Before i die of starvation...
Well, I just came to realise that maintaining a relationship is similar to in-house legal recruitment. You need to look out and develop new clients as you move into the higher stages where things get tougher and we just have to work harder to maintain status quo.
Between two, when the trust is strained, time would be needed to heal the wounds. Just like how I will have new jobs to work on soon if I spend time on it. Given that there are so much uncertainty going on at work, i think it'd be hard for me to focus on recovery but i promise to try.
Caught The Simpsons Movie over the weekend and i must say, it did not disappoint us one bit. Every segment is filled with hilarious bits that kept us going and before we know it, the movie ended. Like the TV series, we just hope that it can keep going on. Kudos to Matt Groening! If you haven't watched it, go get your tickets now. Just a reality check that "Balloon Scultor" reminded me - Could anyone of us love our other half like how Marge loves Homer?
Saturday, July 28, 2007
Indulgent Saturday
Pure Indulgence!
Apart from the fact that i haven't been able to go wakeboarding for weeks due to the gloomy weather, I love this indulgent Saturday. Woke up at my own sweet time and took Mom & Dad out for yummy Pepper Lunch. Now i'm back home resting before i head off to watch The Simpsons movie. Whille resting, i've decided to fill my whole mouth up with two pints of Ben & Jerry's. Finally, new flavours... Was deciding between Phish Food and S'more but the toasted marshmellow jus look too irresistable...
How is your Satuday going?
Mine looks like this...
Apart from the fact that i haven't been able to go wakeboarding for weeks due to the gloomy weather, I love this indulgent Saturday. Woke up at my own sweet time and took Mom & Dad out for yummy Pepper Lunch. Now i'm back home resting before i head off to watch The Simpsons movie. Whille resting, i've decided to fill my whole mouth up with two pints of Ben & Jerry's. Finally, new flavours... Was deciding between Phish Food and S'more but the toasted marshmellow jus look too irresistable...
How is your Satuday going?
Mine looks like this...
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Prenuptial Agreement for Everyone?
My face is horrendous but i must bear with it so that it will eventually turn to nice supple skin.
The database is down so i can only look like I'm working. Then again, given the nature of my job, I'm practically working 24 hours.
For the past few days, I've been playing around with Facebook but even up till now, I still can't figure out what's what but i must say, the poking and food throwing is fun.
Time to be serious. "Balloon Sculptor" mentioned repeatedly when i met him and even on his MSN, that a prenuptial agreement is against the women's charter. If you would look at the purpose for the act (what some law students would understand as referring to the Hansard - transcripts of parliamentary debates), the Women's Charter was passed in the early 60s to ensure there's more equality between the sexes and more recently, this Act is to protect the women from abuse and their matrimonial assets should they file for divorce. The reasoning behind all these is to protect the women who have spent all their life serving their husbands and children and if compared to their spouse, wouldn't be able to survive on their own. Hence, the legislative protection.
Having said that, lawyers exist for a reason. There are no two identical cases in the world and they have to focus on the nooks and crevices to help their clients' situation. But let's just not forget, we belong to a society where there's legislative supremacy. So no matter what contract is drafted and agreed on, sealed and stamped, if they are against the legislation, justice should be seen to be done.
As long as the prenuptial agreement is set out to protect both parties reasonably and given the current environment where in many cases, both husband and wife are equally financially independent, they might just override the legislation. However, if the premarital contract is one-sided and does little to protect the women, the Act might just easier come into place to right the "wrong".
Please do not get swayed by the whole US Hollywood of prenups. This is not US and we do not have billions of dollars and investments to protect. All numbers and agreements have to be subjectively reasonable.
Personally i do encourage having prenups if you think you want to protect your assets but be fair, if a woman has chose to marry you and serve you, she does deserve to be and have part of what you have. On top of this, why are we always talking of divorce before getting married then in the first place, why get married? Can you just do a Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie?
The database is down so i can only look like I'm working. Then again, given the nature of my job, I'm practically working 24 hours.
For the past few days, I've been playing around with Facebook but even up till now, I still can't figure out what's what but i must say, the poking and food throwing is fun.
Time to be serious. "Balloon Sculptor" mentioned repeatedly when i met him and even on his MSN, that a prenuptial agreement is against the women's charter. If you would look at the purpose for the act (what some law students would understand as referring to the Hansard - transcripts of parliamentary debates), the Women's Charter was passed in the early 60s to ensure there's more equality between the sexes and more recently, this Act is to protect the women from abuse and their matrimonial assets should they file for divorce. The reasoning behind all these is to protect the women who have spent all their life serving their husbands and children and if compared to their spouse, wouldn't be able to survive on their own. Hence, the legislative protection.
Having said that, lawyers exist for a reason. There are no two identical cases in the world and they have to focus on the nooks and crevices to help their clients' situation. But let's just not forget, we belong to a society where there's legislative supremacy. So no matter what contract is drafted and agreed on, sealed and stamped, if they are against the legislation, justice should be seen to be done.
As long as the prenuptial agreement is set out to protect both parties reasonably and given the current environment where in many cases, both husband and wife are equally financially independent, they might just override the legislation. However, if the premarital contract is one-sided and does little to protect the women, the Act might just easier come into place to right the "wrong".
Please do not get swayed by the whole US Hollywood of prenups. This is not US and we do not have billions of dollars and investments to protect. All numbers and agreements have to be subjectively reasonable.
Personally i do encourage having prenups if you think you want to protect your assets but be fair, if a woman has chose to marry you and serve you, she does deserve to be and have part of what you have. On top of this, why are we always talking of divorce before getting married then in the first place, why get married? Can you just do a Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie?
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Simpsons?
The polls aren't working but I'll get it fixed soon.
The YouTube box on the right, is the MTV of the Stef Sun song i mentioned earlier. Very nice. To play, click on the play button on the bottom left corner.
My face looks burning red today. Thank goodness i don't have any client meeting till Friday.
Simpsons' Movie is out and i really wanna watch it. Haven't got a chance to spend any quality time with Tubby since a week ago and the big fat argument that started the whole thing. We seem fine now but still, with his work stress and my incredibly schedule, we're finding it hard to fit one another into each other's schedule. Hoping that we could catch a Movie tomorrow after my dinner with the "Lucky Young Litigator Turned Corporate Counsel" (And i found her the job!). Then again, i tend to doze off at movies that are too late, no matter how interesting it actually is. My work zaps up all my energy, more than anyone can imagine.
Had viral fever yesterday but it's all better now. The ache still makes its guest appearance during the evenings. I think i really need more time to recuperate. The bones are getting older...
My planned Bangkok trip is proving more impossible than before. We're closer to the date and I'm nowhere near buying my ticket. I guess it's tough when we have to rely on decisions passed through a couple of people in between. I just need to go away...
I don't sound very coherent, do it? Must be the Anarex.
The YouTube box on the right, is the MTV of the Stef Sun song i mentioned earlier. Very nice. To play, click on the play button on the bottom left corner.
My face looks burning red today. Thank goodness i don't have any client meeting till Friday.
Simpsons' Movie is out and i really wanna watch it. Haven't got a chance to spend any quality time with Tubby since a week ago and the big fat argument that started the whole thing. We seem fine now but still, with his work stress and my incredibly schedule, we're finding it hard to fit one another into each other's schedule. Hoping that we could catch a Movie tomorrow after my dinner with the "Lucky Young Litigator Turned Corporate Counsel" (And i found her the job!). Then again, i tend to doze off at movies that are too late, no matter how interesting it actually is. My work zaps up all my energy, more than anyone can imagine.
Had viral fever yesterday but it's all better now. The ache still makes its guest appearance during the evenings. I think i really need more time to recuperate. The bones are getting older...
My planned Bangkok trip is proving more impossible than before. We're closer to the date and I'm nowhere near buying my ticket. I guess it's tough when we have to rely on decisions passed through a couple of people in between. I just need to go away...
I don't sound very coherent, do it? Must be the Anarex.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Pretty Woman
Helena Rubenstein - There are no ugly women, only lazy ones.
I always believe that if i make the necessary effort, i can prolong my youth and look my best for a longer time. But for the past year, i've been burying myself in work and forgot all about taking care of myself. So slowly and steadily, i've been putting on weight, not going for facials, no more manicures & pedicures and even visits to the skin doctor was minimised.
For the past week, i've been trying to reverse the laziness. I went for facial, did my IPL, chemical peel, eyebrow, manicure, pedicure and even booked for a massage session this coming Sunday. I have to say, i'm feeling like a girl all over again.
From today onwards, i need to lose some weight, go for facials and remember to fix my IPL appointments.
Anyway, i have a questions for you girls out there... Occurred to me when someone asked me, "why do girls wear g-string/thongs?" Naturally, i just answered the VPL theory. Don't layman dislike looking at the VPL and isn't it impolite? Well true BUT thongs leave VPL too, don't they? Then why do we still choose to wear these supposed uncomfortable choice of undergarment? Most of my friends have probably gone into such a conversation with me before and without fail, i've always tried to convince them that it's not uncomfortable and if you're used to it, it is actually fine. But truth be told, it can get uncomfortable at time but really, i rather be uncomfortable sometimes than to be spotted with Auntie panties.
If one day, i stop going for facials, massage, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures and start to show Auntie VPL, please remind me that i should not be doing that and that i should look back and realise, that's not what i want. I want to feel good regardless how old i get and how many kids i'm gonna have.
I always believe that if i make the necessary effort, i can prolong my youth and look my best for a longer time. But for the past year, i've been burying myself in work and forgot all about taking care of myself. So slowly and steadily, i've been putting on weight, not going for facials, no more manicures & pedicures and even visits to the skin doctor was minimised.
For the past week, i've been trying to reverse the laziness. I went for facial, did my IPL, chemical peel, eyebrow, manicure, pedicure and even booked for a massage session this coming Sunday. I have to say, i'm feeling like a girl all over again.
From today onwards, i need to lose some weight, go for facials and remember to fix my IPL appointments.
Anyway, i have a questions for you girls out there... Occurred to me when someone asked me, "why do girls wear g-string/thongs?" Naturally, i just answered the VPL theory. Don't layman dislike looking at the VPL and isn't it impolite? Well true BUT thongs leave VPL too, don't they? Then why do we still choose to wear these supposed uncomfortable choice of undergarment? Most of my friends have probably gone into such a conversation with me before and without fail, i've always tried to convince them that it's not uncomfortable and if you're used to it, it is actually fine. But truth be told, it can get uncomfortable at time but really, i rather be uncomfortable sometimes than to be spotted with Auntie panties.
If one day, i stop going for facials, massage, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures and start to show Auntie VPL, please remind me that i should not be doing that and that i should look back and realise, that's not what i want. I want to feel good regardless how old i get and how many kids i'm gonna have.
Monday, July 23, 2007
Handsome Little Brother
Why some cars are just so attractive?
My latest passion in cars... Pocket rockets!
Just look at the colour contrast, the grilles, the rims (oh well, could be much better)... Isn't this a feast for the eyes? Beauty lies in the eyes of beholder? This is the true inner beauty. Let's just not talk about the R32, the bigger brother with big muscles and all. For now, this handsome little brother can go from 0-100km/h in 6.9 seconds. Not supercar fast but trust me, it's more than enough. Tak cukup? How about top speed of 233km? Hmmm... Still far from your expectations? Put your butt in one and take it for a ride then let me know what you think....
By the way, i have a poll on your right. All you have to do is click on the one you like the best and keep coming back to see how opinions vary from people to people. Saw the Alfa Romeo Brera under Chevron House... Beauty!
When upclose... Fully waxed. This car is hmm... I never expected myself to say this about an Alfa but Beautiful!
I'd Love A SURPRISE... Hint* Hint* Anyone??? No Answer... TMD!
So glad that my contract negotiation and basic drafting skills have unknowingly improved. I have to say it's not flawless nor comparable to any qualified lawyer, but I'm quite happy with myself for not sounding like "me" in contract negotiations anymore.
My phone is dying on me and I want the iPhone. This means that I'd have to wait and bear with this until i get my iPhone. Or will i not get it? We've hear heaps about the bugs and crap and it does look damn sexy and slim. I really want it bad.
Speaking about sexy...
This is sexy and if it comes with this...
How perfect would life be...
Another day with Jasmine's mindless rantings... And WISH LIST!!! I want! I want! I want!
My phone is dying on me and I want the iPhone. This means that I'd have to wait and bear with this until i get my iPhone. Or will i not get it? We've hear heaps about the bugs and crap and it does look damn sexy and slim. I really want it bad.
Speaking about sexy...
This is sexy and if it comes with this...
How perfect would life be...
Another day with Jasmine's mindless rantings... And WISH LIST!!! I want! I want! I want!
Sunday, July 22, 2007
In Search Of The Girl In Me!
I wouldn’t say that the last weekend’s been the most fulfilling but it did passed longer than usual but shorter than I anticipated it to be. I should have been gambling in Genting instead but careful thinking and calculation of my finances successful stopped me from making irrational decisions. Frankly, I would love to take a short break and a trip like this would be good for a hectic week. However, thinking that I could postpone these enjoyment to the National Day week, the sacrifices were all well worth it.
I spent half my Saturday lying in bed, meddling with my telly remote aimlessly wondering what I should watch because most of the programs were probably shown the night before. Still, I didn’t have enough encouragement to pull myself out of the bed. I would if I had gone wakeboarding. The gloomy skies just determined that my decision of not going is probably right.
The later half was filled with more fun and of course, alcohol. Went to MOS with a bunch of old friends. All guys by the way. I'm usually the only girl among all my buddies and they'll usually bring their other half along. Yesterday's group were made up of all couples (most in the half married state), a divorcee and myself, single and unavailable. I have to say there weren't alot of alcohol but the mixture was disgusting especially when i'm trying my best to recall.
Woke up today felling sedated and decided that I should probably pamper myself. Was planning for a massage, facial, manicure, pedicure... Ended up with just a facial and how I look like a lobster that was selectively cooked by a hot needle. My face is filled with red, sensitive looking spots. Booked a spot for massage next week... Should be good I reckon... Nails... Maybe during the week... Finally! I feel like a girl again. Before i started work last year, I was leading a tai-tai life with no work, facial and haircut every other week, manicure & pedicure almost every week, massage every once a month when I travel... Now, everything's on budget, i spend almost all my time at work and just can't afford and time & money to do it. Why were we richer when we were students?
I should keep doing all these to make me feel me again... Sigh...
I spent half my Saturday lying in bed, meddling with my telly remote aimlessly wondering what I should watch because most of the programs were probably shown the night before. Still, I didn’t have enough encouragement to pull myself out of the bed. I would if I had gone wakeboarding. The gloomy skies just determined that my decision of not going is probably right.
The later half was filled with more fun and of course, alcohol. Went to MOS with a bunch of old friends. All guys by the way. I'm usually the only girl among all my buddies and they'll usually bring their other half along. Yesterday's group were made up of all couples (most in the half married state), a divorcee and myself, single and unavailable. I have to say there weren't alot of alcohol but the mixture was disgusting especially when i'm trying my best to recall.
Woke up today felling sedated and decided that I should probably pamper myself. Was planning for a massage, facial, manicure, pedicure... Ended up with just a facial and how I look like a lobster that was selectively cooked by a hot needle. My face is filled with red, sensitive looking spots. Booked a spot for massage next week... Should be good I reckon... Nails... Maybe during the week... Finally! I feel like a girl again. Before i started work last year, I was leading a tai-tai life with no work, facial and haircut every other week, manicure & pedicure almost every week, massage every once a month when I travel... Now, everything's on budget, i spend almost all my time at work and just can't afford and time & money to do it. Why were we richer when we were students?
I should keep doing all these to make me feel me again... Sigh...
Friday, July 20, 2007
Right Now, I Have Anything But Self-Esteem.
| People Envy Your Confidence |
 You have the attitude and self esteem to take on anything. Failure is beyond not an option for you - it doesn't even cross your mind. People envy your ability to take on any challenge ... and they're secretly afraid you think you're better than them. You don't. You're just sure of yourself. |
| You Are 60% Spoiled |
 You're a little spoiled, but you're not spoiled rotten. You love to be showered with gifts and affection, but you're good at keeping your demands to a minimum! |
Now you know i take bribes in the form of Gucci, Fendi, Chanel...
And the Tarot cards says...
| You Are The Magician |
 You are powerful and wise - beyond what anyone can see. Deeply complex, you have the resources to connect to the spiritual and material world. You posses the knowledge to manipulate your life and the lives around you. You also have a great healing power, should you choose to use it. Your fortune: You have unhidden powers that you have yet to tap into. Soon, you will better understand how to use your intellect and intuition. Believe it or now, you will discover how you can manipulate yourself and others for good. You are at the beginning of a path of spiritual enlightenment. |
我不难过
I've been listening to this song all morning. The lyrics have no whatsoever bearing on my life but i like this particular part."我不难过, 这不算什么, 只是为什么眼泪会流, 我也不懂" How ironic but i like... Just like how my life is like. I think my cousins "Pretty Mom" & "Jaded Diamond" will know what i mean. We're usually strong and tough. We never shed tears in front of others. We're warriors and we do not cry. But when the lights are dimmed, the air is still and the music is down, we'll be hiding behind our aptly named comforter and cry. Are we the forgotten bunch in this world?
孙燕姿 - 我不难过
又站在你家的门口
我们重复沉默
这样子单方面的守候
还能多久
终于你开口向我诉说她有多温柔
虽然你还握着我的手
但我已不在你心中
我真的懂
你不是喜新厌旧
是我没有
陪在你身边
当你寂寞时候
别再看着我
说着你爱过
别太伤痛
我不难过
这不算什么
只是为什么眼泪会流
我也不懂
就让我走
让我开始享受自由
回忆很多
你的影子也会充满我生活
我并不懦弱
你比谁都懂
虽然寂寞
这会是我
最后的宽容
抱紧我
再抱紧我
这一份感动
请你让我留在胸口
别再说是你的错
爱到了尽头
是非对错
就让它随风
忘了所有
过得比你快活
不要再说
或许这是最好的结果
现在分手
总好过你不爱我一拖再拖
松开你的手
离开你左右
我向前走
这会是我
真正的解脱
孙燕姿 - 我不难过
又站在你家的门口
我们重复沉默
这样子单方面的守候
还能多久
终于你开口向我诉说她有多温柔
虽然你还握着我的手
但我已不在你心中
我真的懂
你不是喜新厌旧
是我没有
陪在你身边
当你寂寞时候
别再看着我
说着你爱过
别太伤痛
我不难过
这不算什么
只是为什么眼泪会流
我也不懂
就让我走
让我开始享受自由
回忆很多
你的影子也会充满我生活
我并不懦弱
你比谁都懂
虽然寂寞
这会是我
最后的宽容
抱紧我
再抱紧我
这一份感动
请你让我留在胸口
别再说是你的错
爱到了尽头
是非对错
就让它随风
忘了所有
过得比你快活
不要再说
或许这是最好的结果
现在分手
总好过你不爱我一拖再拖
松开你的手
离开你左右
我向前走
这会是我
真正的解脱
Insensitivity Goes A Long Fucking Way
I'm on the brink of pulling my hair out.
My candidate, P, was recently rejected by a FMCG MNC which shall not be named. P was fantastic and breezed through her first interview. During her second interview, things got really screwed up and her anxiety was viewed as a sign of over-confidence. Hence, she failed. I'm still trying my best to get her somewhere but the chances are terribly grim. She's great and i feel bad for screwing her interview up. I was the bloody culprit who told her not to be fazed by the approaching storm. Just do everything the same way as the first time round, she would be safe. I only have myself to blame.
The same client hired a candidate whom I called up a little too late because I didn't want to call her because she was on a PERSONAL holiday. I was just trying to be nice and some other recruiter got to the line first because the other recruiter didn't care if she just had a baby or a funeral or a wedding. Maybe I should learn to be a little more insensitive to people and pull them in at first instance. So much hard work... FUCK lah...
Not a great way to end a Friday.
I'm finding someone to have lunch with me tomorrow... Or dinner... Or breakfast??!! Then we'll go shopping??!! Retail therapy!!! A weekend with absolutely no programs is not going to help either. I need to do something over the weekend... But what??!!
My candidate, P, was recently rejected by a FMCG MNC which shall not be named. P was fantastic and breezed through her first interview. During her second interview, things got really screwed up and her anxiety was viewed as a sign of over-confidence. Hence, she failed. I'm still trying my best to get her somewhere but the chances are terribly grim. She's great and i feel bad for screwing her interview up. I was the bloody culprit who told her not to be fazed by the approaching storm. Just do everything the same way as the first time round, she would be safe. I only have myself to blame.
The same client hired a candidate whom I called up a little too late because I didn't want to call her because she was on a PERSONAL holiday. I was just trying to be nice and some other recruiter got to the line first because the other recruiter didn't care if she just had a baby or a funeral or a wedding. Maybe I should learn to be a little more insensitive to people and pull them in at first instance. So much hard work... FUCK lah...
Not a great way to end a Friday.
I'm finding someone to have lunch with me tomorrow... Or dinner... Or breakfast??!! Then we'll go shopping??!! Retail therapy!!! A weekend with absolutely no programs is not going to help either. I need to do something over the weekend... But what??!!
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Will I Be Pretty? Will I Be Rich?
Over the span of one week, many things caught my attention and instead of sitting on it, which i usually do, I've went all out to hunt for the answers. The answers will prove to affect my life, my career and inevitably, my happiness.
No doubt my life is still in a mess. I'm still living with Mom & Dad and that fact itself will be my demise one day. I can't stay with a constantly frustrated woman in menopause who never fails to remind me that she's prefers loving my brother than me. Not that she even makes me feel that she loves me at all...
The property prices are just making me stay put and not have an itchy butt. Moving out would cost alot more and buying my own place is totally out of question... For now at least. The stress level is just mounting...
My career. Had thoughts. Maybe i should just stay. Maybe it wouldn't harm speaking to others. Maybe... How ambiguous can things get. I know what i want today but is that the best choice? Eventually, if i can afford my own place and comfortably relying on myself, I'll be happy. Or will i?
Que Sera Sera...
No doubt my life is still in a mess. I'm still living with Mom & Dad and that fact itself will be my demise one day. I can't stay with a constantly frustrated woman in menopause who never fails to remind me that she's prefers loving my brother than me. Not that she even makes me feel that she loves me at all...
The property prices are just making me stay put and not have an itchy butt. Moving out would cost alot more and buying my own place is totally out of question... For now at least. The stress level is just mounting...
My career. Had thoughts. Maybe i should just stay. Maybe it wouldn't harm speaking to others. Maybe... How ambiguous can things get. I know what i want today but is that the best choice? Eventually, if i can afford my own place and comfortably relying on myself, I'll be happy. Or will i?
Que Sera Sera...
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Priceless
Everyone is the same when it comes to money isn't it?
Even if it means me going into debt forever, I will pass you the money today. This price tag is pretty reasonable to see through someone.
Today I truly understand the meaning of "Time will tell".
I just need one person to tell me... Money is not everything... And mean it...
How much are these tears worth?
How true this is...
Even if it means me going into debt forever, I will pass you the money today. This price tag is pretty reasonable to see through someone.
Today I truly understand the meaning of "Time will tell".
I just need one person to tell me... Money is not everything... And mean it...
How much are these tears worth?
How true this is...
| What Your Soul Really Looks Like |
 You are a warm hearted and open minded person. It's easy for you to forgive and forget. You are a very grounded, responsible, and realistic person. People may not want to hear the truth from you, but they're going to get it. You see yourself with pretty objective eyes. How you view yourself is almost exactly how other people view you. Your near future is a lot like the present, and as far as you're concerned, that's a very good thing. For you, love is all about caring and comfort. You couldn't fall in love with someone you didn't trust. |
Go Or No Go?
The whole saga repeats itself. This morning started with, "This is a 40 year old man, western, WESTERN! He's very impressive. Bear in mind! Very western."
C'mon, it wouldn't be any different if he's western or not. My candidates comes to me the same. I don't like to look at them as money candidates or not. Why would you be so afraid that I'd call him. That's my job. Trust my professional capability.
I had my doubts and this is just pushing me closer and closer to the dark side...
Should i stay or should i go... Maybe I'll take a walk round the garden and see if i can make a living in the harsher environment.
C'mon, it wouldn't be any different if he's western or not. My candidates comes to me the same. I don't like to look at them as money candidates or not. Why would you be so afraid that I'd call him. That's my job. Trust my professional capability.
I had my doubts and this is just pushing me closer and closer to the dark side...
Should i stay or should i go... Maybe I'll take a walk round the garden and see if i can make a living in the harsher environment.
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Memory Loss
How tragic can life be when we're totally reliant on a electronic device with a keypad on it and absolutely portable?
I left my phone at home.
It was utterly frustrating, close to sending me to tears. I feel handicapped though it's not disabling. I sent an all round email to people likely to contact me and most came back with WTF.
"I do not need my phone..." is something i wanna say but i think I'm saying "I do not want to need my phone".
The frustration is making me wanna go out to LV and splurge... "Ren..."
To complete the picture, i left my Nano at home as well.
I left my phone at home.
It was utterly frustrating, close to sending me to tears. I feel handicapped though it's not disabling. I sent an all round email to people likely to contact me and most came back with WTF.
"I do not need my phone..." is something i wanna say but i think I'm saying "I do not want to need my phone".
The frustration is making me wanna go out to LV and splurge... "Ren..."
To complete the picture, i left my Nano at home as well.
Monday, July 16, 2007
Down Down And Away
After all the failures, i've never quite associated myself with being lucky so when i managed to place someone, i was in disbelief. How can that ever happen to me?
The bad luck is now coming back to me in multi-folds.
First the bad offer, with short-sighted candidate.
Now, great candidate, great company. Miscommunicated. All the hard work down the drain. Money is not the primary concern anymore. Injustice have been done to my candidate and I still think she deserves something. Let's just hope that i can put her into another great role she deserves to be in. There's absolutely nothing wrong with both the candidate and the client. I think it's just me... How unlucky can one be? I must be the EPITOME. It's time for bai-bai...
The bad luck is now coming back to me in multi-folds.
First the bad offer, with short-sighted candidate.
Now, great candidate, great company. Miscommunicated. All the hard work down the drain. Money is not the primary concern anymore. Injustice have been done to my candidate and I still think she deserves something. Let's just hope that i can put her into another great role she deserves to be in. There's absolutely nothing wrong with both the candidate and the client. I think it's just me... How unlucky can one be? I must be the EPITOME. It's time for bai-bai...
Sunny Side Up
My latest purchase that i adore. The Just Cavalli shades. I was torn between the D&G black common but fitting "killer look" shades and this glamourous, bling one. I ended up with this bling one. It may not look bling in the picture but trust me, it's actually brown and gold! Love it to bits.
Had i clinched the Company Secretary one this morning, I'd run out to get the D&G one as well but sigh, it's a bad fall off and I'm terribly disappointed. Both client and candidate refused to budge and my candidate was unable to see the long term benefits. Well at least I've learnt another lesson. The negotiations! I should have done it a lot better than I actually did. By the way, anyone out there kind enough to explain shares to me? Like shares given out by the company, share plan, share options, etc. How much per lot, the price per lot, in fact, hoe many shares per lot, the realisation period??!! HELP!
I need more placements! I wanna go for my Italy trip... And Japan... And Spain... And... And... And...
Friday, July 13, 2007
Friday The 13th?
The best way to spend a working Friday is to:-
- arrive at work in casual when you're not allowed to
- send an excellent candidate out
- receive 2 offers
- go for a nice long lunch with a great candidate and half the conversation is about cars and how to humiliate Sing-nointer-Net
- get a yes for one of the offer
- wait for the other offer to buff up
- getting Tubby back from all the big long words beginning with bioticblahblah, chrosomaticblahblah... Welcome back to Earth!
- guzzled down a bottle of Corona
- tasting a bottle of nice Cape Mentelle Shiraz
That was how my Friday 13th went...
Planning for my next Friday... 13th or not...
If only...
Would love to end it with some real PJ and good night sleep... Ooh... Clean white sheets, super cold air-con with superb beach weather outside (don't ask me why)... And woken up by the nice smell of your guy...
- arrive at work in casual when you're not allowed to
- send an excellent candidate out
- receive 2 offers
- go for a nice long lunch with a great candidate and half the conversation is about cars and how to humiliate Sing-nointer-Net
- get a yes for one of the offer
- wait for the other offer to buff up
- getting Tubby back from all the big long words beginning with bioticblahblah, chrosomaticblahblah... Welcome back to Earth!
- guzzled down a bottle of Corona
- tasting a bottle of nice Cape Mentelle Shiraz
That was how my Friday 13th went...
Planning for my next Friday... 13th or not...
If only...
| You Are an Alpha Female |
 Powerful, confident, and successful - you are definitely a dominant force. You control social and dating situations. It's clear that you're always in charge. |
Would love to end it with some real PJ and good night sleep... Ooh... Clean white sheets, super cold air-con with superb beach weather outside (don't ask me why)... And woken up by the nice smell of your guy...
| The PJ's You Are Most Like: Comfortable PJ's |
 You're a bit conservative, traditional, and tend to follow conventions You have an understated, easy sexiness that men love People instantly find comfort in you, and you're a "best friend" to many. |
Thursday, July 12, 2007
The Christmas of 2003
I was going through some of my stuffs and found a diary with only one page written. Haha, so me. It was an entry on the Christmas of 2003. Gosh, time really flies.
Still remember on the 23rd, I went to a dinner as a guy's date to his place. His Dad is some MP but seriously doesn't behave like one. Not in a bad way... My friend's Dad was taking some pictures for me but kept taking it from slightly different angle. he's just so nice but we reckon we could just photoshop most of them. Till today, i haven't seen the pictures but i do remember, i was wearing this white dress that made me look like a toned down Christmas tree. They were all the prim and proper nerdy people so after that night, i've never met anyone of them ever again. Maybe i'm just not the studious sort.
24th was all fun and running around. Most of you may be preparing for countdowns but that year, we just club hopped. Had a simple BBQ at "Hairy Chest's" place where i met "UHU Glue's BF", "Limited Edition Havaiians", etc. We ended up at Centro. I can't believe we went there, it was SO BORING!!!
If you think New Year's eve was better, it probably was if you think hopping through all the clubs in Singapore was great. Had BBQ(yes, again but this one is really cool) then headed for Wala-Wala in Holland V. Had a brief countdown before heading for Somerset Bar at Swissotel The Plaza. After a drink or two, we finally gave up and decided M.Sultan was the place. Damn, everywhere was packed so we moved from Newsroom to Dbl O then Coyote Ugly. Think we ended up in Next Page. By then, it was 3.30am. Still, with sufficient alcohol, we were a happy bunch. BTW, we were still on ICQ. Don't you bloody miss that? It's like "C'mon ICQ me, my ICQ number is 1664044." How nostalgic.
Come to think of it, those were the times we didn't had much mundane worries like we do now. Then again, that bunch of guys are probably somewhere in this little world, drinking themselves blank after a hard day of work.
Whiskey, anyone?
Still remember on the 23rd, I went to a dinner as a guy's date to his place. His Dad is some MP but seriously doesn't behave like one. Not in a bad way... My friend's Dad was taking some pictures for me but kept taking it from slightly different angle. he's just so nice but we reckon we could just photoshop most of them. Till today, i haven't seen the pictures but i do remember, i was wearing this white dress that made me look like a toned down Christmas tree. They were all the prim and proper nerdy people so after that night, i've never met anyone of them ever again. Maybe i'm just not the studious sort.
24th was all fun and running around. Most of you may be preparing for countdowns but that year, we just club hopped. Had a simple BBQ at "Hairy Chest's" place where i met "UHU Glue's BF", "Limited Edition Havaiians", etc. We ended up at Centro. I can't believe we went there, it was SO BORING!!!
If you think New Year's eve was better, it probably was if you think hopping through all the clubs in Singapore was great. Had BBQ(yes, again but this one is really cool) then headed for Wala-Wala in Holland V. Had a brief countdown before heading for Somerset Bar at Swissotel The Plaza. After a drink or two, we finally gave up and decided M.Sultan was the place. Damn, everywhere was packed so we moved from Newsroom to Dbl O then Coyote Ugly. Think we ended up in Next Page. By then, it was 3.30am. Still, with sufficient alcohol, we were a happy bunch. BTW, we were still on ICQ. Don't you bloody miss that? It's like "C'mon ICQ me, my ICQ number is 1664044." How nostalgic.
Come to think of it, those were the times we didn't had much mundane worries like we do now. Then again, that bunch of guys are probably somewhere in this little world, drinking themselves blank after a hard day of work.
Whiskey, anyone?
Chair-ree-yert
Ripped this off "Drunk Barrister in Making" blog. He's already drunk but the in making part is referring to his journey to his wig. Well, since he ripped my coffee test. Hey, he's a chariot too. We're hopeless man... All lifeless lawyers inside us struggling with life. You guys should check out his bar. It's bigger than his room!
You are The Chariot
Triumph, Victory, Overcoming Obstacles.
The chariot is one of the most complex cards to define. On its most basic level, it implies war, a struggle, and an eventual, hard-won victory. Either over enemies, obstacles, nature, the beasts inside you, or to just get what you want. But there is a great deal more to it. The charioteer wears emblems of the sun, yet the sign behind this card is the moon. The chariot is all about motion, and yet it is often shown as stationary. It is a union of opposites, like the black and white steeds. They pull in different directions, but must be (and can be!) made to go together in one direction. Control is required over opposing emotions, wants, needs, people, circumstances; bring them together and give them a single direction, your direction. Confidence is also needed and, most especially, motivation. The card can, in fact, indicate new motivation or inspiration, which gets a stagnant situation moving again.
What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.
My Pursuit of Happyness
Having read an article from the Singapore Law Gazette on whether lawyers are happy. The conclusion was that they have to find something outside the long waits in the Family Court to make them smile and to know what life is all about. So technically speaking, lawyers are a very unhappy bunch as much as most of you out there are envious with the money they make. Some lawyers, especially Moms, realise that while in practice, they do not spend sufficient time with their kids. They will try to slow down and hence, moving in-house. It may be ironic for me to say this since i do in-house recruitment. More often than not, the hours aren't exactly much better although there will be some form of improvement. Then again, most are enjoying the in-house part alot more than practice because they only have one client, THE Company.
I've decided at a very early stage why i don't wanna do my bar and go into recruitment because i can't stand hours in practice and after you hear the whinings of current lawyers and sniggers of ex-lawyers, you seriously wouldn't want to put any one of your foot in. Having said that, the real reason why I didn't quite do my bar and be caught wearing one of those wigs and robes was because i couldn't afford it. "Oscarised" - I hear you, i know i can get a loan but then again, it's too much of a hassle. Besides the potential of making money in recruitment is realising itself. As for "Drunk Barrister in Making", he's the only one determined to be made Barrister and once you read his blog, you will know what I'm talking about. All his rantings revolves around the constitution and miscarriages of justice. At least he's loving it. Isn't that the ultimate goal we're all seeking?
Frankly, i wouldn't know how much I'd love recruitment and having missed out a year or two doing my pupillage in law firms, I know I'm missing out some invaluable skills I'd learn in practice. Maybe it's sour grape when i say i don't wanna go into practice, that's cuz i can't. Well, it is. Then again, seeing those idiots in the courts (Twiggy - Not implying anything. I'm NOT talking about you. Really!), I'm glad I'm happily going for lunches with candidates and clients.
So have i achieve seeking the ultimate happyness? Well without a car nor a house, with Mom screaming at me to move out everyday, I guess I haven't quite reach the stage but i know I will get there. Besides, i really love recruitment. If only i could recruit at my own time own target and getting some sun as and when i want it.... That would be the route to happyness...
End of the day, i wanna be driving my Black Saab with its hood down cruising down some beach/mountain, stopping once in a while to rest and enjoy the breeze but still have my Blackberry working my way.
I've decided at a very early stage why i don't wanna do my bar and go into recruitment because i can't stand hours in practice and after you hear the whinings of current lawyers and sniggers of ex-lawyers, you seriously wouldn't want to put any one of your foot in. Having said that, the real reason why I didn't quite do my bar and be caught wearing one of those wigs and robes was because i couldn't afford it. "Oscarised" - I hear you, i know i can get a loan but then again, it's too much of a hassle. Besides the potential of making money in recruitment is realising itself. As for "Drunk Barrister in Making", he's the only one determined to be made Barrister and once you read his blog, you will know what I'm talking about. All his rantings revolves around the constitution and miscarriages of justice. At least he's loving it. Isn't that the ultimate goal we're all seeking?
Frankly, i wouldn't know how much I'd love recruitment and having missed out a year or two doing my pupillage in law firms, I know I'm missing out some invaluable skills I'd learn in practice. Maybe it's sour grape when i say i don't wanna go into practice, that's cuz i can't. Well, it is. Then again, seeing those idiots in the courts (Twiggy - Not implying anything. I'm NOT talking about you. Really!), I'm glad I'm happily going for lunches with candidates and clients.
So have i achieve seeking the ultimate happyness? Well without a car nor a house, with Mom screaming at me to move out everyday, I guess I haven't quite reach the stage but i know I will get there. Besides, i really love recruitment. If only i could recruit at my own time own target and getting some sun as and when i want it.... That would be the route to happyness...
End of the day, i wanna be driving my Black Saab with its hood down cruising down some beach/mountain, stopping once in a while to rest and enjoy the breeze but still have my Blackberry working my way.
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Do I Behave Beyond My Age?
I'm glad I'm not too far off from my real age. C'mon, take a guess. All of you should know I'm a real monkey! I've always thought I'm way too matured for my age. I don't like the party as much as a good wine and chatting about Bill Gates, Al Gore, Clinton, Bush and LKY's empire. I'm glad i still have some childlike thoughts and do act like my age... My birthday is in January, right about time you guys start saving up for my gift...
| You Are 28 Years Old |
 Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe. 13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world. 20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences. 30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more! 40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax. |
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Mannequins
Do people naturally become unscrupulous when they are desperate to make a presence or in this case, money?
I know many of us are plastic when monetary or hierarchical gains are at stake. For myself, I've tried to keep myself morally in track and mentally intact. As much as i know it's not easy, I'm proud to say that I've kept my mind clear, body clean and intentions straight. For the past 13 months, I'm constantly threading on dangerous grounds and when DGJ was here, she made sure that I don't blurt out insensible remarks that would get me nowhere but the bosses' bad books. Guess I'm lucky in that sense I had her guidance during the first few precarious months. Right now, i had to depend on myself and my fortress is pretty tight, save for the careless, off the tongue remarks occasionally.
It's such a pity how you start to nurture a friendship and how it turns out to be all plastic...
I miss DGJ...
I know many of us are plastic when monetary or hierarchical gains are at stake. For myself, I've tried to keep myself morally in track and mentally intact. As much as i know it's not easy, I'm proud to say that I've kept my mind clear, body clean and intentions straight. For the past 13 months, I'm constantly threading on dangerous grounds and when DGJ was here, she made sure that I don't blurt out insensible remarks that would get me nowhere but the bosses' bad books. Guess I'm lucky in that sense I had her guidance during the first few precarious months. Right now, i had to depend on myself and my fortress is pretty tight, save for the careless, off the tongue remarks occasionally.
It's such a pity how you start to nurture a friendship and how it turns out to be all plastic...
I miss DGJ...
Sunday, July 08, 2007
Earl Grey Without Milk with Minimal Caster Sugar Will Do
Some of you may know but I believe most of you guys out there haven't the slightest idea that I do not drink coffee and have never had a single drop of coffee in my life. Bizarrely, I love the pure aroma of coffee. Monkey had this pack of coffee in his car one day and it came with a smell pump that squirts out a whiff of the beans. Heavenly. Ironically, the only caffeine that I take on a regular basis would be Coke, with tea coming real close, being the drink to start my days and when I'm feeling guilty or when I just want something to keep myself warm. Without milk. I like my tea black, just like how i like my man. Haha.
Seeing the addicts in my office craving for their lattes, I know I will taste it one day but i want the debut to be special. Just like saving your virginity for the right one, you want the first time to be special and memorable.
Although I haven't has the chance of how i want my latte to be, based on my imagination and my preference for certain things in life, here's my choice in my preferred sort of latte and based on the test, it's supposed to say something about me. What's does your latte says about you then?
Seeing the addicts in my office craving for their lattes, I know I will taste it one day but i want the debut to be special. Just like saving your virginity for the right one, you want the first time to be special and memorable.
Although I haven't has the chance of how i want my latte to be, based on my imagination and my preference for certain things in life, here's my choice in my preferred sort of latte and based on the test, it's supposed to say something about me. What's does your latte says about you then?
| What Your Latte Says About You |
 You are very decadent in all aspects of your life. You never scale back, and you always live large. You are a very frivolous person. You don't take anything too seriously. Why should you? You have a good deal of energy, but you pace yourself. You never burn out too fast. You're addicted to caffeine. There's no denying it. You are responsible, mature, and truly an adult. You're occasionally playful, but you find it hard to be carefree. You are complex and philosophical, but you are never arrogant. |
Loving My Rubber Ducky
When i first saw the results, I was thinking, "I can't be Ernie. No way!" Then i read one and it actually made sense. I must say that i wasn't psycho-ed into believing when I read but Tubby does think that the write-up bit does sound like me. Haha... I hope i'm as cute as Ernie, just not as furry as him.
| You Are Ernie |
 Playful and childlike, you are everyone's favorite friend - even if your goofy antics get annoying at times. You are usually feeling: Amused - you are very easily entertained You are famous for: Always making people smile. From your silly songs to your wild pranks, you keep things fun. How you life your life: With ease. Life is only difficult when your friends won't play with you! |
Saturday, July 07, 2007
The Smoking Room
Happy Birthday, Wang Ba a.k.a Monkey and by the end of this post, everyone will know your name too. Even with all the little hiccups, fun went on and it was a great night. Frankly, I never quite liked New Asia Bar. Kinda pretentious and on some days, it's entirely touristy. But everytime when i'm there, i'd have a ball so i guess, it's not a bad place afterall. (Bad thing is, they close at 3 which explains why i'm home at this hour, already??!!)
(Sidetrack a little - I'm fucking hungry right now and i wish for a bowl of Blk 85 Pi Dan Shou Rou Zhou better understood by you hanyu pinyin illiterate bums as Congee with century egg and lean meat. Absolutely yum. Wanted to say finger licking good but hell with it, we can only use our spoons for congee right? Ok now i feel like KFC. What a junkie i am!)
Today's party was planned by ZCM to be a surprise and although the cat was peeping out of the bag, it was still fairly good.
The cake was gorgeous! (see left) Modelled after the VW R32 and for those of you who can't understand, it says, nice car. To be fair, the picture does the real cake no justice. ZCM did put it alot of effort and i have to say, as much as we didn't eat much of the cake, it was a feast for all our eyes. You should have seen the green stares coming from all angles. Personally, i'd have loved it better if it's Lightning McQueen.
Alcohol was entirely unavoidable and i've lost count how many bottles of champoooo we've popped. I'd have prefered Veuve but well, Moët (pronounced Moe ED - It's Dutch and this was reaffirmed by a Dutch girl(Why did i find myself wanting to type Hollandaise... hmmm yum... breakfast. Ok a little too hungry!), isn't that bad either. Was so tempted to get them to serve the Dom Pérignon but it'd have been a total waste.
Surprisingly, without the oxygen(READ: TOBACCO) that everyone needed and wasn't getting it since we can no longer smoke in clubs/pubs, it was so much tougher to get some of us drunk. I'm one who's cheap to take out drinking cuz i'm allergic to alcohol, it gives me hives and my body rejects excessive alcohol by forcing me to throw up. So heartpain when i had to throw up pate and truffles on several occasions. I was undeterred today and i kept on for sometime until i was awaken with the fact that i would be the one driving the car back. Well, it was good news for me cuz if i were to keep drinking, i'd be dying of itch tomorrow. As we're talking, i'm scratching myself some big time and my skin is all red with goosely bumps.
The Smoking Room and it really felt like the BBC comedy when all of us were sitting inside. I wasn't smoke but i was gossiping and it was so funny. i knew the conversation went a little too haywire when "Miss Thailand" said that we're betting on some alcohol and our reply was simply to raid her place. (She's got a swanky house with some swanky rooftop complete with its uber swanky jacuzzi. Alright it was all that swanky but it is a nice place to chill. Besides both "Miss Thailand and her husband are fabbo hosts.)that wasn't the haywire part. You've gotta hear this! Out of nowhere, she said she'll get her maid to stuff the 18 years Macallan up her privates??!! What?? Does that remind you of Patpong shows? Maybe that's why a nickname like "Miss Thailand" can be really apt.
it's 4.30 in the morning and i can't sleep. I'm feeling dehydrated, topped with a chubby boy snoring away beside me. I will try...
(Sidetrack a little - I'm fucking hungry right now and i wish for a bowl of Blk 85 Pi Dan Shou Rou Zhou better understood by you hanyu pinyin illiterate bums as Congee with century egg and lean meat. Absolutely yum. Wanted to say finger licking good but hell with it, we can only use our spoons for congee right? Ok now i feel like KFC. What a junkie i am!)
Today's party was planned by ZCM to be a surprise and although the cat was peeping out of the bag, it was still fairly good.
The cake was gorgeous! (see left) Modelled after the VW R32 and for those of you who can't understand, it says, nice car. To be fair, the picture does the real cake no justice. ZCM did put it alot of effort and i have to say, as much as we didn't eat much of the cake, it was a feast for all our eyes. You should have seen the green stares coming from all angles. Personally, i'd have loved it better if it's Lightning McQueen. Alcohol was entirely unavoidable and i've lost count how many bottles of champoooo we've popped. I'd have prefered Veuve but well, Moët (pronounced Moe ED - It's Dutch and this was reaffirmed by a Dutch girl(Why did i find myself wanting to type Hollandaise... hmmm yum... breakfast. Ok a little too hungry!), isn't that bad either. Was so tempted to get them to serve the Dom Pérignon but it'd have been a total waste.
Surprisingly, without the oxygen(READ: TOBACCO) that everyone needed and wasn't getting it since we can no longer smoke in clubs/pubs, it was so much tougher to get some of us drunk. I'm one who's cheap to take out drinking cuz i'm allergic to alcohol, it gives me hives and my body rejects excessive alcohol by forcing me to throw up. So heartpain when i had to throw up pate and truffles on several occasions. I was undeterred today and i kept on for sometime until i was awaken with the fact that i would be the one driving the car back. Well, it was good news for me cuz if i were to keep drinking, i'd be dying of itch tomorrow. As we're talking, i'm scratching myself some big time and my skin is all red with goosely bumps.
The Smoking Room and it really felt like the BBC comedy when all of us were sitting inside. I wasn't smoke but i was gossiping and it was so funny. i knew the conversation went a little too haywire when "Miss Thailand" said that we're betting on some alcohol and our reply was simply to raid her place. (She's got a swanky house with some swanky rooftop complete with its uber swanky jacuzzi. Alright it was all that swanky but it is a nice place to chill. Besides both "Miss Thailand and her husband are fabbo hosts.)that wasn't the haywire part. You've gotta hear this! Out of nowhere, she said she'll get her maid to stuff the 18 years Macallan up her privates??!! What?? Does that remind you of Patpong shows? Maybe that's why a nickname like "Miss Thailand" can be really apt.
it's 4.30 in the morning and i can't sleep. I'm feeling dehydrated, topped with a chubby boy snoring away beside me. I will try...
Friday, July 06, 2007
Much Needed Break and Am Not Getting It!
I knew i was off to a good start for a Friday when i could put on my eyeliner without turning it into a disaster! Yesterday was entirely disastrous. It's waking up on the wrong side of the bed or rather, not waking up. I woke up really late and wasn't feeling very well and given that by the second i stepped into the office, i was rushed out to a meeting that i forgot and for the rest of the day, i just went for meetings after meetings. I didn't even had time to breathe and i was so sleepy for the whole day. On top of that, i had a dinner appointment but I'm not about to grumble over that. That was a fabulous candidate to have dinner with and i really enjoyed that.
Caught Hot Fuzz over the week and i really liked it though it's not one of those memorable show. I like the fact that they took a piss at the American movies. Very slapstick.
I'm trying to work very very very hard now so i can fix my teeth and eyes. Sooooonnnnn... I need a short trip. Who wants to go BKK with me?
Caught Hot Fuzz over the week and i really liked it though it's not one of those memorable show. I like the fact that they took a piss at the American movies. Very slapstick.
I'm trying to work very very very hard now so i can fix my teeth and eyes. Sooooonnnnn... I need a short trip. Who wants to go BKK with me?
Thursday, July 05, 2007
Closer, Closer, Lean on me now, Lean on me now
I've been in love with this song recently and found myself chanting along.
Closer by Travis
I've had enough of this parade.
I'm thinking of the words to say.
We open up unfinished parts,
Broken up, it's only love.
And when I see you then I know it will be next to me
And when I need you then I know you will be there with me
I'll never leave you...
Just need to get closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now,
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now.
Keep waking up (waking up), without you here (without you here).
Another day (another day), another year (another year).
I seek the truth (seek the truth), we set apart (we set apart)
Second glance, a second chance.
And when I see you then I know it will be next to me
And when I need you then I know you will be there with me
I'll never leave you...
Just need to get closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now,
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now (lean on me now).
And when I see you then I know it will be next to me
And when I need you then I know you will be there with me
I'll never leave you... just need to get...
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now,
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now (lean on me now).
closer, closer... closer, closer.
This song is addictive...
Closer by Travis
I've had enough of this parade.
I'm thinking of the words to say.
We open up unfinished parts,
Broken up, it's only love.
And when I see you then I know it will be next to me
And when I need you then I know you will be there with me
I'll never leave you...
Just need to get closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now,
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now.
Keep waking up (waking up), without you here (without you here).
Another day (another day), another year (another year).
I seek the truth (seek the truth), we set apart (we set apart)
Second glance, a second chance.
And when I see you then I know it will be next to me
And when I need you then I know you will be there with me
I'll never leave you...
Just need to get closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now,
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now (lean on me now).
And when I see you then I know it will be next to me
And when I need you then I know you will be there with me
I'll never leave you... just need to get...
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now,
closer, closer,
Lean on me now,
Lean on me now (lean on me now).
closer, closer... closer, closer.
This song is addictive...
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
La Smarty Pants Es Me
| You Are Incredibly Logical |
 Move over Spock - you're the new master of logic You think rationally, clearly, and quickly. A seasoned problem solver, your mind is like a computer! |
I'm A Hopeless Romantic!
| Your Love Life is Like The Princess Bride |
 "Since the invention of the kiss, there have only been five kisses that were rated the most passionate, the most pure. This one left them all behind." For you, love is like a fairy tale - albeit a fairly twisted one. You believe romance is all about loyalty, fate, and a good big of goofy fun. Your love style: Idealistic yet quirky Your Hollywood Ending Will Be: Perfectly romantic |
North & South Poles
Saw this test on my cousin's blog - Check out XiaoMeiren (The title says it all, she's the most gorgeous Mom I've ever known and you'd never believe her eldest girl is 21 this year)
We have the same results for this test. We've always had problems with our Mom but i never thought that it'd turn out this way. Hmmm... True true...
We have the same results for this test. We've always had problems with our Mom but i never thought that it'd turn out this way. Hmmm... True true...
| You and Your Mom Are Completely Different |
 At times, it seems like you and your mom aren't even related. You often wonder how two people from the same family can be so different. As the saying goes... you can pick your friends, but not your relatives. |
Baby Steps
What's the best way to mark my one year anniversary in legal recruitment? A placement. This is one placement that i pushed for it, i did all the job handling both the client and the pile of candidates. It helped by knowing my client well and to give her the sort of person she really wants in her team. I have to say this role is unique and this candidate is really special. Not that she's crème de la crème. Nonetheless, she's great but her personality is not the typical lawyer and neither is the hiring manager. Both of them are like match made in heaven.
On this day, I'd like to thank all of you who believed in me and walk the walk no matter how tough the going gets. I'm feeling a little Grammy's so please allow me. My bosses who trusted my ability, ex-colleagues who encouraged me and friends (including cousins, nieces & nephews) who stood by me.
Lastly, I wish my Grandma can see this in heaven (in amidst of catching her Teochew opera) knowing that I've not grown into a mercenary monster but am enjoying my job while genuinely doing my job the best known way, morally. Missing her...
On this day, I'd like to thank all of you who believed in me and walk the walk no matter how tough the going gets. I'm feeling a little Grammy's so please allow me. My bosses who trusted my ability, ex-colleagues who encouraged me and friends (including cousins, nieces & nephews) who stood by me.
Lastly, I wish my Grandma can see this in heaven (in amidst of catching her Teochew opera) knowing that I've not grown into a mercenary monster but am enjoying my job while genuinely doing my job the best known way, morally. Missing her...
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
It's Been A Year...
It's been ONE year since i came to this company. I still remember when i first stepped in, the office was half of the size today. It's like a small family grown into a industrial factory churning placements.
I can still remember the laughs, the cheese and wine at 4pm, the after work Dive/Post Bar. The remnants of the Chicken Little dance was introduced and subsequently, DJG led the Happy Feet dance. The incredibly silly puns and jokes. The long lunches. The wine/champagne that we sink out lips in whenever we find the vaguest reason to pop the bottle. The gossip of the town. The weird emails we get from candidates.
Then came the goodbyes.
Goodbye Babooshka. (She's too young to be called a Babooshka but she's got a glow in the dark husband!)
Goodbye DJG. Thanks for all the pavlovas and advice when i blurt the worst things out of my mouth.
Goodbye AJD. You deserve so much better. I'm sorry this company can't give you more.
Some people worth a mention are still around. Comedy Boss is probably the only one who supplies me with enough laughter to keep me sane. The endless Yo Mama jokes just sends me into a fit.
Coddler Mom just tries to cheer me up whenever anyone is feeling down and I guess sometimes it's great to have people like that in the office.
Some people came. Good or bad, I really refuse to look into it since I've viewed this place more like a work environment than a cozy warm second home.
All of us want different things in life and if it means that we have to suck it in to survive and emerge the eventual winner, i shall grit my teeth and hope that I can ride the wave and land above the water. Cheesy, but I WILL SURVIVE. I'm enjoying the job but the environment is just not the best nor how it used to be. I guess just like everything in life, we just have to look forward.
I have to survive this mini setback. I can't just move company, jurisdiction, my butt ... I need to achieve something.
I can still remember the laughs, the cheese and wine at 4pm, the after work Dive/Post Bar. The remnants of the Chicken Little dance was introduced and subsequently, DJG led the Happy Feet dance. The incredibly silly puns and jokes. The long lunches. The wine/champagne that we sink out lips in whenever we find the vaguest reason to pop the bottle. The gossip of the town. The weird emails we get from candidates.
Then came the goodbyes.
Goodbye Babooshka. (She's too young to be called a Babooshka but she's got a glow in the dark husband!)
Goodbye DJG. Thanks for all the pavlovas and advice when i blurt the worst things out of my mouth.
Goodbye AJD. You deserve so much better. I'm sorry this company can't give you more.
Some people worth a mention are still around. Comedy Boss is probably the only one who supplies me with enough laughter to keep me sane. The endless Yo Mama jokes just sends me into a fit.
Coddler Mom just tries to cheer me up whenever anyone is feeling down and I guess sometimes it's great to have people like that in the office.
Some people came. Good or bad, I really refuse to look into it since I've viewed this place more like a work environment than a cozy warm second home.
All of us want different things in life and if it means that we have to suck it in to survive and emerge the eventual winner, i shall grit my teeth and hope that I can ride the wave and land above the water. Cheesy, but I WILL SURVIVE. I'm enjoying the job but the environment is just not the best nor how it used to be. I guess just like everything in life, we just have to look forward.
I have to survive this mini setback. I can't just move company, jurisdiction, my butt ... I need to achieve something.
What Makes A Good Recruiter?
That freaking "He Thinks He's a Freaking Elitist" is getting on my nerves again. I have 2000 variations of his name but he is who he is, an elitist wannabe.
We received a CV and i was going to call the guy for my role. He saw the candidate and ask if anyone called. I casually said, yeah gonna call him in the afternoon. Guess what he said... "Next time when we have a partner level candidate, if you guys don't wanna call, please let me know and I'll call". So i told him that i was gonna call in the afternoon. And the most arrogant remark I've ever heard, he replied, "I know sometimes calling these senior people can be intimidating." INTIMIDATING? ME? I was going to call him and i wasn't in the least intimidated. Stop thinking you're the best in the world! You are not! What you churn in terms of placements and money, you have failed terribly equally, if not more, as a person. You have failed to consider how others feel and even lousy candidates are candidates as well. There are so much more to recruitment so open your bloody eyes that this is a "people" industry. You may have earned alot of money but trust me, you are NOT a good recruiter in anyway.
I'm beginning to hate this office...
We received a CV and i was going to call the guy for my role. He saw the candidate and ask if anyone called. I casually said, yeah gonna call him in the afternoon. Guess what he said... "Next time when we have a partner level candidate, if you guys don't wanna call, please let me know and I'll call". So i told him that i was gonna call in the afternoon. And the most arrogant remark I've ever heard, he replied, "I know sometimes calling these senior people can be intimidating." INTIMIDATING? ME? I was going to call him and i wasn't in the least intimidated. Stop thinking you're the best in the world! You are not! What you churn in terms of placements and money, you have failed terribly equally, if not more, as a person. You have failed to consider how others feel and even lousy candidates are candidates as well. There are so much more to recruitment so open your bloody eyes that this is a "people" industry. You may have earned alot of money but trust me, you are NOT a good recruiter in anyway.
I'm beginning to hate this office...
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