| You are 93% Capricorn |
 |
Thursday, June 14, 2007
26 years of Capricorning...
I never quite believe in horoscopes but how can you explain this? Haha...
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Occupational Hazard
So nice to see the guys again. Since I left law school, a place where we hung out and talk rubbish everyday, we only manage to meet up a couple of times due to work schedule and the availability of everyone. Nothing much has changed. "Skinny Biker" is still crazy and her rubber face i still intact. "Twiggy" is still exceptionally scary and her want and need to put on weight sends me into streaks of jealousy. "Superbly Lucky But Extremely Blur Genius" is still the same person whom i can grumble to. "SB's" gf, "Queen of Estee Lauder Discounts" is still as sweet as ever. I genuinely think that both of them makes one of the best couples around. "SB" is just so lucky to have found "QELD", well not because of the private sale that she invites us to although that's like the super duper plus factor, she's really matured and i feel that she guides "SB" in such positive directly, i feel that things will only get better. "Twiggy's" new squeeze is this sweet, soft spoken girl. Let's just call her the "Indecisive Mont Blanc Girly". From her, i realised that i was unable to strike it off as easily as someone new anymore.
I really wished that i could like goes into endless conversation with her like i do with my candidates but i can't. It's so sad that i've lost the ability to go into any interesting conversation except when i'm at work. I guess due to the nature of my job, i'm being forced to talk too much and when it's off work, i feel so lethargic to attempt to speak to a new person. Nonetheless, i must say she's quite nice and sweet. It's just tragic that i'm becoming a victim of "occupational hazard". Even when everyone is talking, i find it tough to get into the conversation but people like "SB" never fails to crack me up with her mindless jokes which i suspect weren't meant to be a joke at all.
Hey "Twiggy", we shall get "IMBG" out some other time when i'm not so mentally tired with work on my mind. I think i'd probably be able to ramble off with her about shopping and make-up.
My eyes are so sore and tired, i think i should just get some rest.
I really wished that i could like goes into endless conversation with her like i do with my candidates but i can't. It's so sad that i've lost the ability to go into any interesting conversation except when i'm at work. I guess due to the nature of my job, i'm being forced to talk too much and when it's off work, i feel so lethargic to attempt to speak to a new person. Nonetheless, i must say she's quite nice and sweet. It's just tragic that i'm becoming a victim of "occupational hazard". Even when everyone is talking, i find it tough to get into the conversation but people like "SB" never fails to crack me up with her mindless jokes which i suspect weren't meant to be a joke at all.
Hey "Twiggy", we shall get "IMBG" out some other time when i'm not so mentally tired with work on my mind. I think i'd probably be able to ramble off with her about shopping and make-up.
My eyes are so sore and tired, i think i should just get some rest.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Wakeboarding
Went wakeboarding with BR and ZCM yesterday and it was fun! It was a virgin try but i think i did pretty alright. Very proud to say, i managed to stand up and lasted for like 2 or 3 seconds. Well, many of you might say, hey chicken feet but mind you, i've never done it before and i consider it a feat. On top of which, i haven't done sports actively for very long and my sense of balance is totally off the charts. I can see myself doing this more often. Apart from the excitement, it's about time i catch up on some much needed sun after being cooped up in a small office small up 37 levels in one of the many buildings in Raffles Place.
There was also some activities day at the Sembawang Yacht Club yesterday so we could try out loads of activities for just S$3. How good can the deal be. So Tubby, BR, ZCM and myself went on the bananaboat and i bet my lost voice today can be rightfully attributed to too much screaming during one of the turns that the guy was trying to tip us over. It was hilarious because our "banana" refused to flip over and we were trying to hard to stay on board. Then again, we did got ourselves into the water at the end. It was helluva great time we had.
The rest of my weekend was pretty much spent catching up on sleep i lost and missed during the week.
BTW, did i not say that Monkey took some nice pictures and subsequently went into the air-conditioned games room to hide. I'm speculating that he can't stand the bloody heat.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
To Love And To Hold
The nightmare i had this morning woke me up sobbing before i slump myself back in bed for another 6 hours of sleep, trying to catch up on lost time during the work week. The last person on earth who would be in the mental mindset to commit suicide did so in my dream and i was telling myself that i should wake up. No matter how i tried, i couldn't. I can't bear the thought of losing someone i love so dearly. I've been out with several people in my life and none felt so precious that i had nearly cried my eyes out in my dream. It was a horrendous one.
As the dream progresses, i found out that the death was fake and when i saw him again, i really believed that i was having a bloody conversation with the dead. The later part of the dream revealed that the death was faked and he was trying to leave me. I could not believe that i had irritated some people so bad that they had to feign death to leave me. Besides, there was another girl whom i found out that he went to Cannes with behind my back. Then again, all these may not make much sense because it's just a God damn dream. I was crying so bad, i wouldn't be surprised if i found tear marks on my pillow. I was sobbing uncontrollably but thankful i actually woke up to find that the reality is not such.
I've always been an insecured person and was always afraid that I'm not being well-liked. I never knew why i was the commonly hated object but i did try to be a better person in the process. I reckon i was too self-centred and didn't quite care what others thought. Many people are such but I'm just a little too candid for my own good. I never thought of what i wanted to say and should be saying, i just blurt them out. Straightforwardness may be a positive aspect of a person's character but definitely not in my case. I'm just glad that people who loves me and know me, knows very well that I'm not such a person and have understood where i was coming from.
But had it not been the nightmare, i wouldn't be finding myself waking up to a pair of nice warm arms and shoulders i can lean on for life. It's only when your add some salt to your watermelon that you actually know how sweet and tasty it is. That is why we have salt added to cookies. Digressing?
I would never want to have such a frightening nightmare ever again but I'm sure, this has make me realise that life is so fragile. You may lose someone overnight and to regret means it's way too late for salvation. In reality, i wouldn't want to regret which is why i put in 101% in loving some people so i don't live on regretting my actions. Having said that, there are always people whom you can't be bothered with but i guess, to achieve being a better person, i will have to learn to love everyone and not be biased. Besides, we're all humans and living in the same world. Learning to protect and love one another is a life long continuous lesson that everyone should be learning. Cliche but it holds the truth that many of us are trying all ways to deny it.
As the dream progresses, i found out that the death was fake and when i saw him again, i really believed that i was having a bloody conversation with the dead. The later part of the dream revealed that the death was faked and he was trying to leave me. I could not believe that i had irritated some people so bad that they had to feign death to leave me. Besides, there was another girl whom i found out that he went to Cannes with behind my back. Then again, all these may not make much sense because it's just a God damn dream. I was crying so bad, i wouldn't be surprised if i found tear marks on my pillow. I was sobbing uncontrollably but thankful i actually woke up to find that the reality is not such.
I've always been an insecured person and was always afraid that I'm not being well-liked. I never knew why i was the commonly hated object but i did try to be a better person in the process. I reckon i was too self-centred and didn't quite care what others thought. Many people are such but I'm just a little too candid for my own good. I never thought of what i wanted to say and should be saying, i just blurt them out. Straightforwardness may be a positive aspect of a person's character but definitely not in my case. I'm just glad that people who loves me and know me, knows very well that I'm not such a person and have understood where i was coming from.
But had it not been the nightmare, i wouldn't be finding myself waking up to a pair of nice warm arms and shoulders i can lean on for life. It's only when your add some salt to your watermelon that you actually know how sweet and tasty it is. That is why we have salt added to cookies. Digressing?
I would never want to have such a frightening nightmare ever again but I'm sure, this has make me realise that life is so fragile. You may lose someone overnight and to regret means it's way too late for salvation. In reality, i wouldn't want to regret which is why i put in 101% in loving some people so i don't live on regretting my actions. Having said that, there are always people whom you can't be bothered with but i guess, to achieve being a better person, i will have to learn to love everyone and not be biased. Besides, we're all humans and living in the same world. Learning to protect and love one another is a life long continuous lesson that everyone should be learning. Cliche but it holds the truth that many of us are trying all ways to deny it.
Friday, June 08, 2007
Stuffed... Pppuuurrrrppppp....
I guess i had too much food for my own good. Usually I'll be craving for food, some sort, any sort, all the time.
As many of you may know, i don't usually have breakfast but i had a huge fulfilling breakfast today. Even after my usual breakfast, i was found chomping on cornflakes even though i was hungry or itching for food. It was merely a motion that makes me feel comfortable.
Just before lunch, i went for a walk with "Very Long Name For a Designation But Simply The Supreme Of Administration" and we got some cakes so at this moments, i have the cakes staring at my at the corner of my eyes and tempting me although my tummy is bulging out of my pants and my button is on the verge of popping off my shirt.
The cake would have been a treat had i not just done a huge lunch with "Zhao Cai Mao" at Marmalade Pantry. The linguine is one of the best I've tried but the soup and coke really overdid the meal.
To gross you guys out, i just burped. Wet burp. Just like wet fart. It stinks and it reminds me of puke. I think on a certain level, it's puke because it was so acidic, it was burning my throat and i so could taste and smell it. Now I'm sucking on a sweet and secretly hoping that my tummy will go down and not feel so guilty after all. It is obviously not working.
My cake is tempting me to eat it...
As many of you may know, i don't usually have breakfast but i had a huge fulfilling breakfast today. Even after my usual breakfast, i was found chomping on cornflakes even though i was hungry or itching for food. It was merely a motion that makes me feel comfortable.
Just before lunch, i went for a walk with "Very Long Name For a Designation But Simply The Supreme Of Administration" and we got some cakes so at this moments, i have the cakes staring at my at the corner of my eyes and tempting me although my tummy is bulging out of my pants and my button is on the verge of popping off my shirt.
The cake would have been a treat had i not just done a huge lunch with "Zhao Cai Mao" at Marmalade Pantry. The linguine is one of the best I've tried but the soup and coke really overdid the meal.
To gross you guys out, i just burped. Wet burp. Just like wet fart. It stinks and it reminds me of puke. I think on a certain level, it's puke because it was so acidic, it was burning my throat and i so could taste and smell it. Now I'm sucking on a sweet and secretly hoping that my tummy will go down and not feel so guilty after all. It is obviously not working.
My cake is tempting me to eat it...
Thursday, June 07, 2007
Is Someone Trying To Assasinate me?
| Disorder | Rating |
| Paranoid: | High |
| Schizoid: | Low |
| Schizotypal: | High |
| Antisocial: | Moderate |
| Borderline: | Moderate |
| Histrionic: | Very High |
| Narcissistic: | High |
| Avoidant: | Moderate |
| Dependent: | High |
| Obsessive-Compulsive: | High |
-- Personality Disorder Test -- -- Personality Disorder Information -- | |
Gotham & 90% Naked Hot Bods
Gotham - One of those places that you're generally wary of because you don't know what you're heading into and even when friends raved about them, you just go like, "Oh, i should go someday." but never ever got around to do so.
When i went for drinks the night before with some friends, they were talking about the the hunks and the stripping dances. So we decided to check the place out.
As soon as we arrived, we saw some hot guys taking fabric off their body till they reveal this little hot shorts. The show "abruptly" ended when they pulled down the back and revealed the top end of their thongs.
When they announced the next show was coming up in an hour's time, we were hyped up again after all the groaning and sighing.
During this hour, i had a great time catching up with the bunch and filling them in with stuffs in my life. Well, since Tubby was there as well, there wasn't much to fill them in really. Had a little drink and went onto the dance floor. It's been some time since i last got down to a dance floor and they actually had space for me. We have received several lessons from St. James and unfortunately, we never seem to learn.
The show came back on at 12 and we couldn't stop blushing, screaming, raving... Now, i've lost my voice but i had a great time. I think when the crowd is right, you can simply have fun anywhere, everywhere.
When i went for drinks the night before with some friends, they were talking about the the hunks and the stripping dances. So we decided to check the place out.
As soon as we arrived, we saw some hot guys taking fabric off their body till they reveal this little hot shorts. The show "abruptly" ended when they pulled down the back and revealed the top end of their thongs.
When they announced the next show was coming up in an hour's time, we were hyped up again after all the groaning and sighing.
During this hour, i had a great time catching up with the bunch and filling them in with stuffs in my life. Well, since Tubby was there as well, there wasn't much to fill them in really. Had a little drink and went onto the dance floor. It's been some time since i last got down to a dance floor and they actually had space for me. We have received several lessons from St. James and unfortunately, we never seem to learn.
The show came back on at 12 and we couldn't stop blushing, screaming, raving... Now, i've lost my voice but i had a great time. I think when the crowd is right, you can simply have fun anywhere, everywhere.
Wednesday, June 06, 2007
I Knew I'm Naughty But Innocent! And What's INTP?
| Your Mind is PG-13 Rated |
 Your mind is definitely a little dirty. You're naughty, but not trashy. You don't shy away from a dirty joke, and you're clearly not a prude. |
| Your Love Type: INTP |
 The Thinker In love, you are honest and serious about commitment. For you, sex is something you think about and desire a lot of the time. Overall, you are pure in your affection and feelings. However, you tend to be suspicious and distrusting at times. Best matches: ENTJ and ESTJ |
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Black Tie?
This is going to be real exciting! I'm gonna meet up with some people whom i haven't met for some time and they have people who have left some footprints and has taught me lots of things regarding various aspects of my puny, insignificant life. We are so gonna have so much fun. I just feel bad about leaving out someone but due to unspecified reasons, i had to do just that.
Went for a meeting this morning and that was an excellent client. The likelihood of a much bigger job lies awaiting some sort of attrition. This week is going to be really busy but i rather busy than too free and i have nothing to work on and log. One of my likely offer has fallen through and i feel like trash now. On another hand, a candidate of mine will be attending her final round of interview so i really have to be good and keep my fingers crossed. I need more placements to prove myself! Besides, the first and only one was painfully puny and probably even smaller than i earlier anticipated it. Damn it!
End of this month, there will be a corporate function that is a black tie event and i have no idea what i should be wearing. Any suggestions?
Went for a meeting this morning and that was an excellent client. The likelihood of a much bigger job lies awaiting some sort of attrition. This week is going to be really busy but i rather busy than too free and i have nothing to work on and log. One of my likely offer has fallen through and i feel like trash now. On another hand, a candidate of mine will be attending her final round of interview so i really have to be good and keep my fingers crossed. I need more placements to prove myself! Besides, the first and only one was painfully puny and probably even smaller than i earlier anticipated it. Damn it!
End of this month, there will be a corporate function that is a black tie event and i have no idea what i should be wearing. Any suggestions?
Monday, June 04, 2007
Can't Risk 24 years of bad luck as much as i don't believe... What's your horoscope?
This is HOROSCOPE for you
Once you have opened this e-mail, there's no turning back. Below are true descriptions of zodiac signs, with traits from a book written 35 years ago by an astrologic predictor. Read your sign, then forward it
on . try ignoring it, and the first thing you'll notice is having a horrible day starting tomorrow morning - and it only gets worse from there.
SCORPIO - The Addict
EXTREMELY adorable. Intelligent. Loves to joke. Very Good sense of humour. Energetic. Predict future. GREAT kisser. Always get what they want. Attractive. Easy going. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Romantic. Caring. 4 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
VIRGO - The One that Waits
Dominant in relationships. Someone loves them right now. Always wants the last word. Caring. Smart. Loud. Loyal. Easy to talk to. Everything you ever wanted. Easy to please. The one and only. 7 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
LIBRA - The Lame One
Nice to everyone they meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! however not the kind of person you wanna mess with ... u might end up crying... 9 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
ARIES - The Liar
Outgoing. Lovable. Spontaneous. Not one to mess with. Funny. Excellent kisser EXTREMELY adorable. Loves relationships, Addictive. Loud. 16 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
AQUARIUS - Does It In The Water
Trustworthy. Attractive. Great kisser. One of a kind. Loves being in long-term relationships. Extremely energetic. Unpredictable. Will exceed your expectations. Not a Fighter, But will Knock your lights out. 2 years of bad luck if you do not forward
GEMINI - Irresistible
Nice. Love is one of a kind. Great listeners Very Good in the you know where... Lover not a fighter, but will still knock you out. Trustworthy. Always happy. Loud. Talkative. Outgoing VERY FORGIVING. Loves to make out. Has a beautiful smile. Generous. Strong. THE MOST IRRESISTIBLE. 9 years of bad luck if you do not forward
LEO - The Lion
Great talker. Attractive and passionate. Laid back. Knows how to have fun. Is really good at almost anything. Great kisser. Unpredictable. Outgoing. Down to earth. Addictive. Attractive. Loud. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Not one to mess with. Rare to find. Good when found. 7 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
CANCER - The Cutie
MOST AMAZING KISSER. Very high appeal. Love is one of a kind. Very romantic. Most caring person you will ever meet! Entirely creative. Extremely random and proud of it. Freak. Spontaneous. Great telling stories. Not a Fighter, But will Knock your lights out if it comes down to it. Someone you should hold on to. 12 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
PISCES - The Partner for Life
Caring and kind. Smart. Center of attention. High appeal. Has the last word. Good to find, hard to keep. Fun to be around. Extremely weird but in a good way. Good Sense of Humor!!! Thoughtful. Always gets what he or she wants. Loves to joke. Very popular. Silly, fun and sweet. 5 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
CAPRICORN - The Passionate Lover
Love to bust. Nice. Sassy. Intelligent. Sexy. Predict future. Irresistible. Loves being in long relationships. Great talker. Always gets what he or she wants. Cool. Loves to own Gemini's in sports. Extremely fun. Loves to joke. Smart. 24 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
TAURUS - The Tramp
Aggressive. Loves being in long relationships. Likes to give a good fight for what they want. Extremely outgoing. Loves to help people in times of need. Good kisser. Good personality. Stubborn. A caring person. One of a kind. Not one to mess with. Are the most attractive people on earth! 15 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
SAGITTARIUS - The Promiscuous One
Spontaneous. High appeal. Rare to find. Great when found. Loves being in long relationships. So much love to give.
Not one to mess with. Very pretty. Very romantic. Nice to everyone They meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! Amazing in the you know where..!!!
Not the kind of person you wanna mess with- you might end up crying. 4 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
Once you have opened this e-mail, there's no turning back. Below are true descriptions of zodiac signs, with traits from a book written 35 years ago by an astrologic predictor. Read your sign, then forward it
on . try ignoring it, and the first thing you'll notice is having a horrible day starting tomorrow morning - and it only gets worse from there.
SCORPIO - The Addict
EXTREMELY adorable. Intelligent. Loves to joke. Very Good sense of humour. Energetic. Predict future. GREAT kisser. Always get what they want. Attractive. Easy going. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Romantic. Caring. 4 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
VIRGO - The One that Waits
Dominant in relationships. Someone loves them right now. Always wants the last word. Caring. Smart. Loud. Loyal. Easy to talk to. Everything you ever wanted. Easy to please. The one and only. 7 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
LIBRA - The Lame One
Nice to everyone they meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! however not the kind of person you wanna mess with ... u might end up crying... 9 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
ARIES - The Liar
Outgoing. Lovable. Spontaneous. Not one to mess with. Funny. Excellent kisser EXTREMELY adorable. Loves relationships, Addictive. Loud. 16 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
AQUARIUS - Does It In The Water
Trustworthy. Attractive. Great kisser. One of a kind. Loves being in long-term relationships. Extremely energetic. Unpredictable. Will exceed your expectations. Not a Fighter, But will Knock your lights out. 2 years of bad luck if you do not forward
GEMINI - Irresistible
Nice. Love is one of a kind. Great listeners Very Good in the you know where... Lover not a fighter, but will still knock you out. Trustworthy. Always happy. Loud. Talkative. Outgoing VERY FORGIVING. Loves to make out. Has a beautiful smile. Generous. Strong. THE MOST IRRESISTIBLE. 9 years of bad luck if you do not forward
LEO - The Lion
Great talker. Attractive and passionate. Laid back. Knows how to have fun. Is really good at almost anything. Great kisser. Unpredictable. Outgoing. Down to earth. Addictive. Attractive. Loud. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Not one to mess with. Rare to find. Good when found. 7 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
CANCER - The Cutie
MOST AMAZING KISSER. Very high appeal. Love is one of a kind. Very romantic. Most caring person you will ever meet! Entirely creative. Extremely random and proud of it. Freak. Spontaneous. Great telling stories. Not a Fighter, But will Knock your lights out if it comes down to it. Someone you should hold on to. 12 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
PISCES - The Partner for Life
Caring and kind. Smart. Center of attention. High appeal. Has the last word. Good to find, hard to keep. Fun to be around. Extremely weird but in a good way. Good Sense of Humor!!! Thoughtful. Always gets what he or she wants. Loves to joke. Very popular. Silly, fun and sweet. 5 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
CAPRICORN - The Passionate Lover
Love to bust. Nice. Sassy. Intelligent. Sexy. Predict future. Irresistible. Loves being in long relationships. Great talker. Always gets what he or she wants. Cool. Loves to own Gemini's in sports. Extremely fun. Loves to joke. Smart. 24 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
TAURUS - The Tramp
Aggressive. Loves being in long relationships. Likes to give a good fight for what they want. Extremely outgoing. Loves to help people in times of need. Good kisser. Good personality. Stubborn. A caring person. One of a kind. Not one to mess with. Are the most attractive people on earth! 15 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
SAGITTARIUS - The Promiscuous One
Spontaneous. High appeal. Rare to find. Great when found. Loves being in long relationships. So much love to give.
Not one to mess with. Very pretty. Very romantic. Nice to everyone They meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! Amazing in the you know where..!!!
Not the kind of person you wanna mess with- you might end up crying. 4 years of bad luck if you do not forward.
Good Shrekky Parenting
I enjoyed my last weekend a great deal and i caught Shrek 3. It was absolutely hilarious and i loved it. It's been some time since i caught such a brainless yet funny film. It was great being able to catch up with my favourite cousin and her 2 girls.
We spoke a little and it's a pain when you realise that the people closest to you are talking behind your back and to make things worse, it's those unpleasant things you know you'd never say something like that about them. I don't like it when someone whom your umbilical cord was once tied to and that you have had so much respect and love for, say stuffs behind you and your respect for them seem to have eroded over the years due to such comments which have obviously been made known and propagated with the help of a couple of malicious chatterboxes.
I have always thought that my parents gave me limitless supply of freedom because they never asked about my life, interfered my relationships or nagged about my results. Slowly i came to realise, maybe they just can't be bothered. However, with that in view, i do secretly hoped that my parents do care and they just wanted to give me a free hand to handle my own affairs. This is clearly not the care. Hearing terrible remarks some people made behind my back, practising favouritism, are just some of the little and insignificant examples that i have to share. Everything i do or attempt to do puts me right on the higher end of the list amongst others on "How to be a good child to your parents". I'm not blaming life and all and i still think one of them loves me and has given me all he could but it's the entire package that comes with the gossip. I simply do not like it.
I'm glad i still have got my cousin, my brother when he doesn't quite irritate me and the man who has given me all he's got for the past 26 years.
Strangely, Tubby's Mom, someone whom i was terrified of, now pushes my head and tells me that lunch is getting cold, attempts to feed me udon salad is more like Mom. Not that she can ever replace anyone in particular but as i told Tubby last night that he should feel really lucky to have a Mom like her and had been there for him all the time. She has added alot of value into my life and giving me alot to look forward.
I digress.
Shrek's been a great film and i would encourage all of you to watch it. It's all worth it and there isn't a single boring moment. I give it 4 out of 5 popcorns!
We spoke a little and it's a pain when you realise that the people closest to you are talking behind your back and to make things worse, it's those unpleasant things you know you'd never say something like that about them. I don't like it when someone whom your umbilical cord was once tied to and that you have had so much respect and love for, say stuffs behind you and your respect for them seem to have eroded over the years due to such comments which have obviously been made known and propagated with the help of a couple of malicious chatterboxes.
I have always thought that my parents gave me limitless supply of freedom because they never asked about my life, interfered my relationships or nagged about my results. Slowly i came to realise, maybe they just can't be bothered. However, with that in view, i do secretly hoped that my parents do care and they just wanted to give me a free hand to handle my own affairs. This is clearly not the care. Hearing terrible remarks some people made behind my back, practising favouritism, are just some of the little and insignificant examples that i have to share. Everything i do or attempt to do puts me right on the higher end of the list amongst others on "How to be a good child to your parents". I'm not blaming life and all and i still think one of them loves me and has given me all he could but it's the entire package that comes with the gossip. I simply do not like it.
I'm glad i still have got my cousin, my brother when he doesn't quite irritate me and the man who has given me all he's got for the past 26 years.
Strangely, Tubby's Mom, someone whom i was terrified of, now pushes my head and tells me that lunch is getting cold, attempts to feed me udon salad is more like Mom. Not that she can ever replace anyone in particular but as i told Tubby last night that he should feel really lucky to have a Mom like her and had been there for him all the time. She has added alot of value into my life and giving me alot to look forward.
I digress.
Shrek's been a great film and i would encourage all of you to watch it. It's all worth it and there isn't a single boring moment. I give it 4 out of 5 popcorns!
Sunday, June 03, 2007
Friday, June 01, 2007
Kissy Kissy
| Your Kissing Technique Is: Perfect |
 Your kissing technique is amazing - and you know it. You have the confidence to make the first move. And you always seem to know what kissing style is going to work best. Sometimes you're passionate, sometimes you're a tease. And you're always amazing! |
Huh??
| The True You |
 You want your girlfriend or boyfriend to be more relaxed, calm, and composed. With respect to money, you are a bit stingy. You think good luck might come your way, but if it does you'll be so surprised you'll burst out laughing. The hidden side of your personality tends to be methodical in your ways - with trouble adapting to the rules of society. You are tend to think about others' feelings a lot, perhaps because you are so eager to be liked. When it comes to finding a romantic partner, you don't have any particular type in mind, but you are inclined to look for someone who will say yes when you ask him / her out. |
How can i be 60% boyish when Jo is 50% boyish?
| You Are 60% Boyish and 40% Girlish |
You are pretty evenly split down the middle - a total eunuch. Okay, kidding about the eunuch part. But you do get along with both sexes. You reject traditional gender roles. However, you don't actively fight them. You're just you. You don't try to be what people expect you to be. |
Ads for Snugloft
If you guys have paid enough attention, you would have realised that i have an ad box on the right. They said something about paying me but i'm not sure how it works. The only way to find out is that you guys click on it during your visit and get your friends to check out the ads as well. It's Google's ads so it's pretty decent so rest assured that there will be no pornography pop-ups.
To Forgive & Give
Received this in my inbox earlier. I generally hate mass mails but they do have interesting stuffs every now and then which is why i never scream at my friends for sending them to me. This is one of those that doesn't look very good and would love to click trash then i started reading...
It's so meaningful. I didn't cry but i have to admit that my eyes welled. I guess it means a great deal just to be a little more patient with people around us, pay more attention to our parents before we can't do it again and learn to be a husband/wife all over again. Sometimes it wouldn't hurt to be more forgiving and giving. We will learn to appreciate life better when we learn to appreciate the people in our lives. It's a good start and i shall be less petty and think of all the good things you have done for me and not sulk.
I know when I'm peeved and i don't speak, it's really bad. I will try to be a better person. I'm not preaching over here and expect all of you to do what i say. It's more like a reminder for myself and i hope you will be feeling my sincerity very soon. To be trying is a step forward...
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
La"seek"
Been thinking about having Lasik done for the longest time ever. Whenever new technology surfaces, side effects you might get based on the old technology would be revealed due to the efforts of promoting the new technology. Hence my reservation getting Lasik done on my eyes. Yes, your eyes! One of the most precious gift you would ever receive and never take it for granted. We do, don't we. I often forget there are people who never had the convenience of having eyesight, they will never get to experience the colours and views we did or will see.
I have had friends who have done it and also friends who work at the Eye Centre and friends who could get discounts, the list goes on and i still can't muster enough courage to do it. I've spoken to a candidate today who have just done the procedure not long ago with a great ophthalmologist and i think i will go see this guy. His price range is a little steep but hey, it's an expensive asset to protect. The issue now would be the cost. Once i get a good placement and get the money in my pocket, i will get it done.
This is not an advertisement but here's the website to the clinic that i wanna get my Lasik done. http://www.lasiksurgeryclinic.com
On an entirely separate note, i have added some links on your rights. Click on them to access to the blogs of my loved ones. If you have a blog you wanna add on to my list, leave me a message and i'd do it immediately. Being legally trained, i reserve all rights to reject any request or to take down anyone's link at any point in time. I will have all the discretion i need on MY blog.
I have had friends who have done it and also friends who work at the Eye Centre and friends who could get discounts, the list goes on and i still can't muster enough courage to do it. I've spoken to a candidate today who have just done the procedure not long ago with a great ophthalmologist and i think i will go see this guy. His price range is a little steep but hey, it's an expensive asset to protect. The issue now would be the cost. Once i get a good placement and get the money in my pocket, i will get it done.
This is not an advertisement but here's the website to the clinic that i wanna get my Lasik done. http://www.lasiksurgeryclinic.com
On an entirely separate note, i have added some links on your rights. Click on them to access to the blogs of my loved ones. If you have a blog you wanna add on to my list, leave me a message and i'd do it immediately. Being legally trained, i reserve all rights to reject any request or to take down anyone's link at any point in time. I will have all the discretion i need on MY blog.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Ironies
My cousin from Malaysia is here. Let's just call her "Closest Distance". We spent a great deal of time together when we were younger. Whenever we were having school holidays, Grandma would bring me to this little town called Sungei Rengit, about 20 mins drive further down Desaru. We will take this little dodgy looking bumboat and spend a month there. There wasn't anything fun but it gives my Grandma some time off this concrete jungle and back to her home with clean air.
"CD" loves to play with my hair and will always style them into ponytails, plaits. Come to think of it, life really pull a fast one on her - She has got 3 kids, all boys. Frankly, and i hope she never sees this because i love her so much as a cousin - Her kids are terrors. They are so mischievous, you would just wanna slap them so hard, that they'll never get off the couch again to irritate you. Being the all nice person she is, she spoils her kids rotten as well.
"CD" is not actually related to me by blood. She's adopted because her birth parents couldn't afford to keep her but fortunately for her, my Uncle adopted her and gave her quite a comfy life. Then again, she's actually more of a real cousin than some hypocritical ones out there. My third uncle has 2 sons and both of them are totally, entirely and incorrigibly horrible and heartless. One of them looks like the blatant stupid murderer and the other one just seems like the geeky serial killer. You may think that i'm terrible to say such things about them but the blatant and stupid possible murderer did not even grief or wore white, which was supposed worn to shown grief, during the funeral. I think it's the severe inferiority complex that makes him wanna be better than others but face it, he is someone i'm ashamed of to be called my cousin. On one hand, i feel bad that i'm saying this BUT if you've gone through what i did, you would agree with me. This family has no respect for anyone and created havoc during my Grandma's funeral which in turn, caused me to blow up and cry. Bastards!
So no matter how unstoppable "CD"'s kids are, i always have the patience for them and i would still bring them out and buy them stuffs. How ironic!
"CD" loves to play with my hair and will always style them into ponytails, plaits. Come to think of it, life really pull a fast one on her - She has got 3 kids, all boys. Frankly, and i hope she never sees this because i love her so much as a cousin - Her kids are terrors. They are so mischievous, you would just wanna slap them so hard, that they'll never get off the couch again to irritate you. Being the all nice person she is, she spoils her kids rotten as well.
"CD" is not actually related to me by blood. She's adopted because her birth parents couldn't afford to keep her but fortunately for her, my Uncle adopted her and gave her quite a comfy life. Then again, she's actually more of a real cousin than some hypocritical ones out there. My third uncle has 2 sons and both of them are totally, entirely and incorrigibly horrible and heartless. One of them looks like the blatant stupid murderer and the other one just seems like the geeky serial killer. You may think that i'm terrible to say such things about them but the blatant and stupid possible murderer did not even grief or wore white, which was supposed worn to shown grief, during the funeral. I think it's the severe inferiority complex that makes him wanna be better than others but face it, he is someone i'm ashamed of to be called my cousin. On one hand, i feel bad that i'm saying this BUT if you've gone through what i did, you would agree with me. This family has no respect for anyone and created havoc during my Grandma's funeral which in turn, caused me to blow up and cry. Bastards!
So no matter how unstoppable "CD"'s kids are, i always have the patience for them and i would still bring them out and buy them stuffs. How ironic!
Monday, May 28, 2007
Happy Back At Work
I can't believe i'll ever say this but i was looking forward to come back to work and really happy to be doing something on a supposedly, Blue Monday. It was pretty eventful for a Monday. "Comedy Boss"'s computer broke down so we were all trying to fix it. Well, with the exception of "Elitist Money Grabber" who sat, stuck on his chair all the time. Mind you, he was still sitting where he was even when sparks were flying and "Gorgeous Eye Lift" almost got electrocuted. The only time we managed to get him slightly concerned was when the computers all shut down, including his. There was partial blackout and he couldn't quite work for the time being. Being ultra concerned with the billions that he's not earning while the computeres were down, he suggested to get an electrician to get things fixed. WE DIDN'T NEED TO BE TOLD TO KNOW THAT! Duh!
My new colleague, a.k.a "Gym + Work Buddy" isn't quite in shape today so she's not in the office. Have i told you guys that she's actually really nice and i like her. I think we're gonna have a blast working together.
I know it may sound weird but i've just gotta say this for my own record. Work to me is like taking baby steps, it's slow and you fall but you've gotta bring yourself to get up and walk again. Right now, i'm moving and walking and learning how to walk efficiently so i can run. Some things are getting finalised now and my work is getting recognised and paid off. I'm glad things are working well for me now and i've just got to put in that much more to be able to run the marathon.
My new colleague, a.k.a "Gym + Work Buddy" isn't quite in shape today so she's not in the office. Have i told you guys that she's actually really nice and i like her. I think we're gonna have a blast working together.
I know it may sound weird but i've just gotta say this for my own record. Work to me is like taking baby steps, it's slow and you fall but you've gotta bring yourself to get up and walk again. Right now, i'm moving and walking and learning how to walk efficiently so i can run. Some things are getting finalised now and my work is getting recognised and paid off. I'm glad things are working well for me now and i've just got to put in that much more to be able to run the marathon.
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Once Again, A Spa Trip to Malacca
Yet another Malacca trip. The initial plans was to head for Tioman together with Monkey and his company and of course, plus Zhao Cai Mao. With a series of unfortunate events, we found out there were shortages of rooms at the resort we were suppose to be put up. We were suppose to share a hut with Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao and that seemed ok. But things kinda took a sharp and unexpected turn when Tubby called one afternoon and told me that we are not going for the Tioman trip. I didn't quite probe but it could be because of some changes in events or remarks. Then again, it was good afterall since our Malacca trip was great.
Most people might think that it's a boring place and it's so unhappening. I must admit it can get boring and meaningless. But the most important thing that kept the trip alive was that we had each other. Frankly, Malacca wasn't the first choice and we did wanted to make it for the Tioman trip but guess it's all fated and we'd just have to plan it on a later date.
We stayed at the same hotel we did the last time but the difference this time, i managed to book the spa and it was fabulous. It's the retreat i needed since a long long time. I was so afraid that it'd turn out to be a disappointed but thankfully, it didn't. We booked a room on Friday and got tranferred to a much bigger room on Saturday. It was a upgrade, guess it was a suite or something. Well it wasn't free, but it's still reasonable and the breakfast was stll worth waking up early for.
Regular trip to the night bazaar at Jonker was unavoidable since there was nothing else to do. Buying and chomping down food along the way was so much more fun than we hoped. I don't mind doing one of this trip every now and then just for the spa and food.
Right now, i shall save up my annual leaves and give my bank account some time to recuperate before we plan for our big trip to Melbourne in August.
Most people might think that it's a boring place and it's so unhappening. I must admit it can get boring and meaningless. But the most important thing that kept the trip alive was that we had each other. Frankly, Malacca wasn't the first choice and we did wanted to make it for the Tioman trip but guess it's all fated and we'd just have to plan it on a later date.
We stayed at the same hotel we did the last time but the difference this time, i managed to book the spa and it was fabulous. It's the retreat i needed since a long long time. I was so afraid that it'd turn out to be a disappointed but thankfully, it didn't. We booked a room on Friday and got tranferred to a much bigger room on Saturday. It was a upgrade, guess it was a suite or something. Well it wasn't free, but it's still reasonable and the breakfast was stll worth waking up early for.
Regular trip to the night bazaar at Jonker was unavoidable since there was nothing else to do. Buying and chomping down food along the way was so much more fun than we hoped. I don't mind doing one of this trip every now and then just for the spa and food.
Right now, i shall save up my annual leaves and give my bank account some time to recuperate before we plan for our big trip to Melbourne in August.
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Phantom Of The Opera
Bravo! I'm definitely not the first nor the last person to make sure a comment and it's absolutely brilliant. I love it. The precision, the set, the cast are all top notch.
I was trying hard to keep myself awake throughout the show, not because it made me sleepy. I just had a hard week i guess. Given a chance, i'd love to watch it again. Thank goodness the coming week is gonna be a short one.
Musicals in general, do not welcome late-comers and in fact, if you're late, you will not be admitted until the intermission. But given the nature of Singaporeans who simply love to be late for everything, was unsurprisingly late for the musical and interrupted everyone else. Due to the limited leg room, the whole role of people had to stand up when this couple came in late for the musical and unfortunately for all of us, they're seated right in the middle of the semi-circle. These people should just be taught a lesson and not be late.
On top of their punctuality issue, the management actually had to block out phone reception for the entire theatre. Despite all that, there were people who still took their phone out to check/play half way through the show. I'm not scomplaining just about everything but you know when the theatre is dark, someone whose playing with their phone will look damn obvious. C'mon, give the cast due respect. the rightfully deserve them and just because you've paid for it, doesn't mean you're king. I've paid to enjoy my show in peace as well!
After the show, i ran into Twiggy and Miss Pan Pac. Of all people, only Miss Pan Pac shared my schoolgirl craziness squirming over the body of the Phantom and how cute we can imagine him to be just by the size of his shoulders. Ooohh...Swoooonnn...
I'd love to catch the Phantom again in my lifetime. It's great and all worth it.
I was trying hard to keep myself awake throughout the show, not because it made me sleepy. I just had a hard week i guess. Given a chance, i'd love to watch it again. Thank goodness the coming week is gonna be a short one.
Musicals in general, do not welcome late-comers and in fact, if you're late, you will not be admitted until the intermission. But given the nature of Singaporeans who simply love to be late for everything, was unsurprisingly late for the musical and interrupted everyone else. Due to the limited leg room, the whole role of people had to stand up when this couple came in late for the musical and unfortunately for all of us, they're seated right in the middle of the semi-circle. These people should just be taught a lesson and not be late.
On top of their punctuality issue, the management actually had to block out phone reception for the entire theatre. Despite all that, there were people who still took their phone out to check/play half way through the show. I'm not scomplaining just about everything but you know when the theatre is dark, someone whose playing with their phone will look damn obvious. C'mon, give the cast due respect. the rightfully deserve them and just because you've paid for it, doesn't mean you're king. I've paid to enjoy my show in peace as well!
After the show, i ran into Twiggy and Miss Pan Pac. Of all people, only Miss Pan Pac shared my schoolgirl craziness squirming over the body of the Phantom and how cute we can imagine him to be just by the size of his shoulders. Ooohh...Swoooonnn...
I'd love to catch the Phantom again in my lifetime. It's great and all worth it.
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Another Home
Another Home
Not discussing on how I’ve shuttling between Tubby’s place and my own. It’s the song Home by Chris Daughtry.
Since his American Idol days, I’ve always thought that “this guy could sing”. Well I’ve always tried to avoid saying I love rock music because I’ve never thought that I’d like them. Some people may think that it’s really cool but if asked my favourite genre of music, I’ll say bossa nova without hesitation. I don’t know much about bossa nova I must admit but I love listening to them. They do make me feel more relaxed and I love how it feels. Rock music, on the other hand, doesn’t exactly get classified into chillout music but I always catch myself loving rock. When I say rock, it’s got to be more soft rock, “emo” rock and not the hard or heavy metal sort. I think Tua Tow and the gang has a large part to play. I used to hang out with them while they were playing those emo rock on their guitars and I’ve loved it since. I always find myself sucking into listening to these songs over and over again and before I know it, I’m lip syncing to the words.
Chris Daughtry - Home
I'm staring out into the night
Trying to hide the pain
I'm going to the place where love
And feeling good don't ever cost a thing.
And the pain you feels a different kind of pain.
I'm going home,
Back to the place where I belong,
And where your love has always been enough for me
I'm not running from
No, I think you got me all wrong.
I don't regret this life I chose for me.
But these places and these faces are getting old
So I'm going home.
Well I'm going home.
The miles are getting longer, it seems,
The closer I get to you.
I've not always been the best man or friend for you.
But your love, remains true.
And I don't know why.
You always seem to give me another try.
So I'm going home,
Back to the place where I belong,
And where your love has always been enough for me.
I'm not running from.
No, I think you got me all wrong.
I don't regret this life I chose for me.
But these places and these faces are getting old.
Be careful what you wish for,
'Cause you just might get it all.
You just might get it all,
And then some you don't want.
Be careful what you wish for,
'Cause you just might get it all.
You just might get it all, yeah.
Oh, well I'm going home,
Back to the place where I belong,
And where your love has always been enough for me.
I'm not running from.
No, I think you got me all wrong.
I don't regret this life I chose for me.
But these places and these faces are getting old.
I said these places and these faces are getting old.
So I'm going home.
I'm going home.
Not discussing on how I’ve shuttling between Tubby’s place and my own. It’s the song Home by Chris Daughtry.
Since his American Idol days, I’ve always thought that “this guy could sing”. Well I’ve always tried to avoid saying I love rock music because I’ve never thought that I’d like them. Some people may think that it’s really cool but if asked my favourite genre of music, I’ll say bossa nova without hesitation. I don’t know much about bossa nova I must admit but I love listening to them. They do make me feel more relaxed and I love how it feels. Rock music, on the other hand, doesn’t exactly get classified into chillout music but I always catch myself loving rock. When I say rock, it’s got to be more soft rock, “emo” rock and not the hard or heavy metal sort. I think Tua Tow and the gang has a large part to play. I used to hang out with them while they were playing those emo rock on their guitars and I’ve loved it since. I always find myself sucking into listening to these songs over and over again and before I know it, I’m lip syncing to the words.
Chris Daughtry - Home
I'm staring out into the night
Trying to hide the pain
I'm going to the place where love
And feeling good don't ever cost a thing.
And the pain you feels a different kind of pain.
I'm going home,
Back to the place where I belong,
And where your love has always been enough for me
I'm not running from
No, I think you got me all wrong.
I don't regret this life I chose for me.
But these places and these faces are getting old
So I'm going home.
Well I'm going home.
The miles are getting longer, it seems,
The closer I get to you.
I've not always been the best man or friend for you.
But your love, remains true.
And I don't know why.
You always seem to give me another try.
So I'm going home,
Back to the place where I belong,
And where your love has always been enough for me.
I'm not running from.
No, I think you got me all wrong.
I don't regret this life I chose for me.
But these places and these faces are getting old.
Be careful what you wish for,
'Cause you just might get it all.
You just might get it all,
And then some you don't want.
Be careful what you wish for,
'Cause you just might get it all.
You just might get it all, yeah.
Oh, well I'm going home,
Back to the place where I belong,
And where your love has always been enough for me.
I'm not running from.
No, I think you got me all wrong.
I don't regret this life I chose for me.
But these places and these faces are getting old.
I said these places and these faces are getting old.
So I'm going home.
I'm going home.
Stubborn Mule
One day my stubbornness is just going to be the demise of me. My reluctance to give in and my insistance on my stand will just make my life miserable. To think that i've gone through 26 years of stubborn life and should know very well by now that it's not doing me any good. I have not change and not very sanguine with any possibility of that ever happening. I guess as we get older, priorties change, we will learn to bear with things and keep them within than to let it blow up. However, the stubbornness is likely to stay.
Stubbornness is not an entirely a character flaw. It's just the way some people are i guess. To stand by one's decision should be encouraged. We should never bow down to untruths or wrongs. However, when you know certain decision is going to be life changing, then i reckon it's about time we just take a step back and think about what life has to offer had we not insist to voice our opinion or think we're right.
If only i have a knob to turn down my stubbornness when it is not helping my life in anyway...
Stubbornness is not an entirely a character flaw. It's just the way some people are i guess. To stand by one's decision should be encouraged. We should never bow down to untruths or wrongs. However, when you know certain decision is going to be life changing, then i reckon it's about time we just take a step back and think about what life has to offer had we not insist to voice our opinion or think we're right.
If only i have a knob to turn down my stubbornness when it is not helping my life in anyway...
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Fuck You!
I do not need anyone to do me a favour when i have legs to walk. When i don't talk when i'm upset, that is purely because i do not wish to get into any sort of arguement. I do have a fundamental human right to get upset.
Fuck the world. I don't need anyone. Fuck you!
Fuck the world. I don't need anyone. Fuck you!
Friday, May 11, 2007
Movie Review: Priceless
Taken from GV's website: Jean, a shy waiter working in a grand hotel, is mistaken for a young millionaire by beautiful, scheming adventuress Irene. When she discovers his lowly status, Irene beats a quick retreat. But love struck Jean has no intention of letting her escape, and pursues her to the Cote d'Azur. Quickly running out of money, he adopts his beloved's lifestyle, setting himself up as a gigolo and moving into a magnificent luxury hotel. Irene at last accepts this new Jean. She starts to give him advice, she grows closer and closer to him, not realising that love is working its subtle magic on her too.
The acting is fabulous. Audrey Tautou is beautiful (She's the girl from Amelie and The Da Vinci code). She's got the legs and abs every girl would die for. The dresses she wore, Wow. The shoes, Wow. The hotel, Wow. The parties, Wow. The love without a price tag, triple Wow.
This is the sort of lifestyle every girl longs to live without the pre-requisite to sleep with disgusting rich men though. Loads of shopping, beautiful hotels and beaches, chilling out and not having to work on a weekday afternoon but then again, how boring would it be to be living it out without meaning to life. I am glad that both of them found true love in the end but in reality, this will never happen. C'mon, what's for lunch?
4 out of 5 Popcorns
Having said the above, this is a must watch movie.
The acting is fabulous. Audrey Tautou is beautiful (She's the girl from Amelie and The Da Vinci code). She's got the legs and abs every girl would die for. The dresses she wore, Wow. The shoes, Wow. The hotel, Wow. The parties, Wow. The love without a price tag, triple Wow.
This is the sort of lifestyle every girl longs to live without the pre-requisite to sleep with disgusting rich men though. Loads of shopping, beautiful hotels and beaches, chilling out and not having to work on a weekday afternoon but then again, how boring would it be to be living it out without meaning to life. I am glad that both of them found true love in the end but in reality, this will never happen. C'mon, what's for lunch?
4 out of 5 Popcorns
Having said the above, this is a must watch movie.
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Ministry of Sound
It was a night of boys night out and i have decided to tag along. Needless to say, loads of alcohol and smoke. How unhealthy. Haha but i'm totally out of it, i was so awake, even at the end of the day, i feel that i could have flown a plane home.
I guess Tubby did enjoy himself with his bunch of bachelor classmates. I did try to run through my phonelist for single girls but they're either taken or they wouldn't be interested in men in general.
Got a call from Inuka when we were heading for Double O and we ended up at MoS since the bunch of fitties were there. Good to catch up...
But when we were there, there was this bunch of boys, seems like young Korean chaps, who were dancing behind Inuka. Given the protective nature i have over Inuka, seeing that she was obviously uncomfortable and possibly disturbed, i shoved her into the spot where i was dancing and took hers. The irritatant bunch then tapped me on my arm repeatedly. I got really peeved and warned them that it wasn't not funny. Sir Single and Available just went stright out to warn them with his "bigger than my face" fist. I guess the guys felt threatened and left. Had he not done that, i must have put my fist into the guys' groin with as must weight as i could muster. I wished i had the courage to do that the first time they tapped on my arm.
For that reason, i'd avoid MoS at all cost in future.
I guess Tubby did enjoy himself with his bunch of bachelor classmates. I did try to run through my phonelist for single girls but they're either taken or they wouldn't be interested in men in general.
Got a call from Inuka when we were heading for Double O and we ended up at MoS since the bunch of fitties were there. Good to catch up...
But when we were there, there was this bunch of boys, seems like young Korean chaps, who were dancing behind Inuka. Given the protective nature i have over Inuka, seeing that she was obviously uncomfortable and possibly disturbed, i shoved her into the spot where i was dancing and took hers. The irritatant bunch then tapped me on my arm repeatedly. I got really peeved and warned them that it wasn't not funny. Sir Single and Available just went stright out to warn them with his "bigger than my face" fist. I guess the guys felt threatened and left. Had he not done that, i must have put my fist into the guys' groin with as must weight as i could muster. I wished i had the courage to do that the first time they tapped on my arm.
For that reason, i'd avoid MoS at all cost in future.
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Personal Updates
Been rather busy with work and Tiger's condition so haven't got much time to blog. Just a general updates to keep those of you out there who are concerned weith Tiger in the loop since Tiger can't sms you and tell you he's in the ICU or when he's discharged.
Tiger's fine except for some sort of permanent damage to one of his kidneys but all in all, he's healthy and running. In fact, the blood test shows that he's fine just that he may need to be on special diet for the rest of his life. And considering his tender age, it's not going to be easy for him. Please don't ask me if he's a girl or guy because i have no idea of how to reply. Just see it for yourself. I'm sticking to using him for now.
As for me, i'm fine. There's some new colleague at work and she's been great. Very sweet Aussie girl. Will update once i get to know her better.
Tiger's fine except for some sort of permanent damage to one of his kidneys but all in all, he's healthy and running. In fact, the blood test shows that he's fine just that he may need to be on special diet for the rest of his life. And considering his tender age, it's not going to be easy for him. Please don't ask me if he's a girl or guy because i have no idea of how to reply. Just see it for yourself. I'm sticking to using him for now.
As for me, i'm fine. There's some new colleague at work and she's been great. Very sweet Aussie girl. Will update once i get to know her better.
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Popcorn Review: Provoked (3 1/2 out of 5 popcorns)
Happy Labour Day! To me this day doesn't mean anything more than a public holiday, yoohoo! Enjoying every moment of it...
Went to watch "Provoked" last night. Not exactly a fantastic show but i liked it. Not so much because i've read alot of the case, more that it's a show on how women got together and stood strong against the world. It's truly brave to be able to stomp abuse and get out of it unscathed, almost. I would like to get everyone to watch but knowing most of you would curse and me and tell me that this is more of a DVD show. I think shows like these should be encouraged so people in general are more aware of the true events happening in life and what we've got to do to stop or encourage it. i'm sure there're loads of other cases that can and should be made into movies as well.
We'll be watching Spiderman tonight. I know alot of people must be cursing and swearing that i've got the tickets and could watch it but frankly, i'm not very excited because i've never been a Spiderman fan. then again, if it's a good movie by itself without any inking to the previous episodes, i'd probably enjoy it even more.
Was planning to watch Nightmare Detective but apparently it's off the chart. Damn it.
Has anyone watched Born Into Brothels? It's the sort of documentary movie. If you've watched it, could you give me a mini review? I can post it on the blog??!! I think i'd wanna watch it...
Is this going to be a movie week or what?
Went to watch "Provoked" last night. Not exactly a fantastic show but i liked it. Not so much because i've read alot of the case, more that it's a show on how women got together and stood strong against the world. It's truly brave to be able to stomp abuse and get out of it unscathed, almost. I would like to get everyone to watch but knowing most of you would curse and me and tell me that this is more of a DVD show. I think shows like these should be encouraged so people in general are more aware of the true events happening in life and what we've got to do to stop or encourage it. i'm sure there're loads of other cases that can and should be made into movies as well.
We'll be watching Spiderman tonight. I know alot of people must be cursing and swearing that i've got the tickets and could watch it but frankly, i'm not very excited because i've never been a Spiderman fan. then again, if it's a good movie by itself without any inking to the previous episodes, i'd probably enjoy it even more.
Was planning to watch Nightmare Detective but apparently it's off the chart. Damn it.
Has anyone watched Born Into Brothels? It's the sort of documentary movie. If you've watched it, could you give me a mini review? I can post it on the blog??!! I think i'd wanna watch it...
Is this going to be a movie week or what?
Monday, April 30, 2007
R v Ahluwalia
Still remembered this case from my Criminal Law classes. One of the landmark cases that brings the difference between men and women's mindset and the latter shouldn't be punished unnecessarily for not reacting like a man.
Gist of the case as follows: Kiranjit Ahluwalia entered into an arranged marriage and suffered years of abuse from her husband. In May 1989 she threw petrol into his bedroom and set it alight. Her husband died six days later of his burns. She was convicted of murder on 7 December 1989 and appealed against her conviction. The first ground of appeal was that the judge wrongly directed the jury that a plea of provocation depended on establishing a ‘sudden’ loss of self-control; the second was that he failed to take into account that the defendant was suffering from ‘battered woman syndrome’, producing a state of ‘learnt helplessness’. The successful ground of appeal was the third. Medical evidence was available but not used at the first trial showed that the defendant was suffering from a major depressive disorder; this could have provided the basis for a successful plea of diminished responsibility. The conviction was quashed and a retrial ordered.
Before the case, murder could only be mitigated with provocation and diminished responsibility. Provocation must be immediate and DR must be some sort of lost of mind. Ahluwalia did not fulfil either requirement and failed in both appeals. On the third appeal, her lawyer brought up battered women syndrome. Women do not get provoked like men whose reaction is almost immediate. These anger stay in women and get built up slowly only to erupt like a volcano one day.
Southall Black Sisters were the ones who helped Ahluwalia out of murder and retrialed for voluntary manslaughter which greatly reduced the sentencing. Southall Black Sisters, a not-for-profit organisation, was established in 1979 to meet the needs of black (Asian and African-Caribbean) women. Their aims are to highlight and challenge violence against women; empower them to gain more control over their lives; live without fear of violence; and assert their human rights to justice, equality and freedom. For more than two decades they have been at the forefront of challenging domestic and gender violence locally and nationally, and campaigning for the provision of support services to enable women and their children to escape violent relationships. This case also brought women being abused out into the light and gives women all around the world more recognition and acknowledgement.
The movie, "Provoked" is a true story based on this landmark case, stars Aishwarya Rai, Naveen Andrews, Miranda Richardson, Robbie Coltrane, Nandita Das and Steve McFadden. Aishwarya Rai, supposedly the highest paid actress in India, was also Miss World 1994. Recently married to Bollywood star, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya was once abused (says my colleague, Mrs Simpson), which may also explain why her performance in this show won many critics over. Although there are varying comments and some mentioned that the show was not factual enough, well a movie's a movie. Mundane things in life may not command box office, unfortunately. I am going to watch it tonight and hopefully, i'll enjoy it.
Gist of the case as follows: Kiranjit Ahluwalia entered into an arranged marriage and suffered years of abuse from her husband. In May 1989 she threw petrol into his bedroom and set it alight. Her husband died six days later of his burns. She was convicted of murder on 7 December 1989 and appealed against her conviction. The first ground of appeal was that the judge wrongly directed the jury that a plea of provocation depended on establishing a ‘sudden’ loss of self-control; the second was that he failed to take into account that the defendant was suffering from ‘battered woman syndrome’, producing a state of ‘learnt helplessness’. The successful ground of appeal was the third. Medical evidence was available but not used at the first trial showed that the defendant was suffering from a major depressive disorder; this could have provided the basis for a successful plea of diminished responsibility. The conviction was quashed and a retrial ordered.
Before the case, murder could only be mitigated with provocation and diminished responsibility. Provocation must be immediate and DR must be some sort of lost of mind. Ahluwalia did not fulfil either requirement and failed in both appeals. On the third appeal, her lawyer brought up battered women syndrome. Women do not get provoked like men whose reaction is almost immediate. These anger stay in women and get built up slowly only to erupt like a volcano one day.
Southall Black Sisters were the ones who helped Ahluwalia out of murder and retrialed for voluntary manslaughter which greatly reduced the sentencing. Southall Black Sisters, a not-for-profit organisation, was established in 1979 to meet the needs of black (Asian and African-Caribbean) women. Their aims are to highlight and challenge violence against women; empower them to gain more control over their lives; live without fear of violence; and assert their human rights to justice, equality and freedom. For more than two decades they have been at the forefront of challenging domestic and gender violence locally and nationally, and campaigning for the provision of support services to enable women and their children to escape violent relationships. This case also brought women being abused out into the light and gives women all around the world more recognition and acknowledgement.
The movie, "Provoked" is a true story based on this landmark case, stars Aishwarya Rai, Naveen Andrews, Miranda Richardson, Robbie Coltrane, Nandita Das and Steve McFadden. Aishwarya Rai, supposedly the highest paid actress in India, was also Miss World 1994. Recently married to Bollywood star, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya was once abused (says my colleague, Mrs Simpson), which may also explain why her performance in this show won many critics over. Although there are varying comments and some mentioned that the show was not factual enough, well a movie's a movie. Mundane things in life may not command box office, unfortunately. I am going to watch it tonight and hopefully, i'll enjoy it.
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Lazy Sunday Afternoon
Lazy Sunday afternoon and we're all sitting at The Book Cafe doing nothing. Somehow, i kinda enjoy it. We're single, free, without kids and enjoying the silence. Well, minus off the sound of construction work from the nearby site. In Singapore, the sound is everywhere and really, there's no way you can escape that. Sometimes, this is still way better than kids screaming away. Don't misunderstand me. I love kids. In fact, i love Tubby's niece, Lala, to bits. Just that it's good to know you can always return them to their parents when they start their nonsense.
Blue skys, good sun without the humidity... This is simply a great day for the sun the sand and the sea. Tubby's gotta finish his dissertation draft which explains why we're all here. I'm not lamenting. In fact, i'm glad i can be here for him and spend this lazy afternoon with him. I kinda love it here doing nothing, chatting on MSN, think about work, clearing emails, checking friendster... Besides, Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao are here as well.
Have anyone of us ever looked up into the sky and see how blue it actually can be. Yes i know the sun is colourless but when i was in Shanghai, the sky is actually GREY. The sky reflects the colour of the ocean and apparently, it's gray in Shanghai. It makes you feel really gloomy for no reason why but here, blue skies makes you happy. Well you can't compare with Boracay or Bora Bora, it's as fantastic as you get in a built up city.
Now i wanna go Bora-Bora... Hmmm
Blue skys, good sun without the humidity... This is simply a great day for the sun the sand and the sea. Tubby's gotta finish his dissertation draft which explains why we're all here. I'm not lamenting. In fact, i'm glad i can be here for him and spend this lazy afternoon with him. I kinda love it here doing nothing, chatting on MSN, think about work, clearing emails, checking friendster... Besides, Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao are here as well.
Have anyone of us ever looked up into the sky and see how blue it actually can be. Yes i know the sun is colourless but when i was in Shanghai, the sky is actually GREY. The sky reflects the colour of the ocean and apparently, it's gray in Shanghai. It makes you feel really gloomy for no reason why but here, blue skies makes you happy. Well you can't compare with Boracay or Bora Bora, it's as fantastic as you get in a built up city.
Now i wanna go Bora-Bora... Hmmm
Saturday, April 28, 2007
My First Vaio
Got my aesthetically pleasing laptop but then again, it could have looked better if my pockets were deeper. All in all, i'm happy because it will serve me just fine since i'll be shuttling between my own place and my second home.
On an entirely different note, Tiger will be having his sex change operation next week and he will be a she by next week. Guess the hormornes injections will eradicate my worries on how he's going to pee with the habitual leg lifting pee posture.
Went for the Estee Lauder private sale just now and bought myself a ton of stuffs and hopefully, not junk. The crowd is insane and i spent more than an hour try to get to the end of the queue and another hour squeezing through the crowd inside. The best buy for today would be a travel size brush set. Been to countless of these sale and could never get my hands on some brushes. this is the first and the best. I couldn't bring myself to walk anymore because i was beginning to amass things i don't need and i don't want that to happen. I'm becoming Estee Lauder's sale expert... Haha!
Blood Red's manicure shop is opening today. Those of you interested for a self-pampering session, head for The Nail Loom Block 218 Bedok interchange. nice quaint outlet and i'm sure you'll go off with gorgeous nails.
Went to Mustafa last night with Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao to get Blood Red's gift. It was tiring to be lugging that huge box but all in all, it was fun to be able to do something for your best friend i guess.
On an entirely different note, Tiger will be having his sex change operation next week and he will be a she by next week. Guess the hormornes injections will eradicate my worries on how he's going to pee with the habitual leg lifting pee posture.
Went for the Estee Lauder private sale just now and bought myself a ton of stuffs and hopefully, not junk. The crowd is insane and i spent more than an hour try to get to the end of the queue and another hour squeezing through the crowd inside. The best buy for today would be a travel size brush set. Been to countless of these sale and could never get my hands on some brushes. this is the first and the best. I couldn't bring myself to walk anymore because i was beginning to amass things i don't need and i don't want that to happen. I'm becoming Estee Lauder's sale expert... Haha!
Blood Red's manicure shop is opening today. Those of you interested for a self-pampering session, head for The Nail Loom Block 218 Bedok interchange. nice quaint outlet and i'm sure you'll go off with gorgeous nails.
Went to Mustafa last night with Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao to get Blood Red's gift. It was tiring to be lugging that huge box but all in all, it was fun to be able to do something for your best friend i guess.
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
I Can Be Purple, I Can Be Anything You Like!
Had a dream last night that i was turning fat. Think I've really gotta do something about it. I should stick to my low fat lunches and not make regular trips to the point point shop and have copious amount of yummy curry on my rice. Gym... Er... I still try but this week's a little different.
Coloured my hair back to ash-brown last night. According to my colleagues, this colour does complement my skin colour but purple's still funky. I like the purple alot but unfortunately, it doesn't give me the professional aura that I'm supposed to exude. So i had it back to a colour a little more professional looking and soon, I'd need to have a suit ready in the office for emergency meetings. And sooner than that, I'd need to develop an international accent??!! What is an international accent? To sound like Flying Dutchman?
I can be brown, i can be blue, i can be violet sky... I can be hurtful, I can be purple, I can be anything you like... Gotta be green, gotta be mean, gotta be everything more... Why don't you like me, why don't you like me, why don't you walk out the door... In case you're wondering, these are lyrics to the song, Grace Kelly, by Mika. My favourite song for now...
We will be going to Melbourne and Sydney in August. Yippee! I hope... If Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao are to fall through for these GRAND PLANS, we'll just have to plan them ourselves.
But before that, I'd love to go on a trip back to Malacca, yes again!, to have a retreat session at the spa. Can we? (Imagine Puss-n-Boots' twinkling innocent eyes)
Coloured my hair back to ash-brown last night. According to my colleagues, this colour does complement my skin colour but purple's still funky. I like the purple alot but unfortunately, it doesn't give me the professional aura that I'm supposed to exude. So i had it back to a colour a little more professional looking and soon, I'd need to have a suit ready in the office for emergency meetings. And sooner than that, I'd need to develop an international accent??!! What is an international accent? To sound like Flying Dutchman?
I can be brown, i can be blue, i can be violet sky... I can be hurtful, I can be purple, I can be anything you like... Gotta be green, gotta be mean, gotta be everything more... Why don't you like me, why don't you like me, why don't you walk out the door... In case you're wondering, these are lyrics to the song, Grace Kelly, by Mika. My favourite song for now...
We will be going to Melbourne and Sydney in August. Yippee! I hope... If Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao are to fall through for these GRAND PLANS, we'll just have to plan them ourselves.
But before that, I'd love to go on a trip back to Malacca, yes again!, to have a retreat session at the spa. Can we? (Imagine Puss-n-Boots' twinkling innocent eyes)
Lips Of An Angel
Love this song so much and thought i'd like to share it with you guys. One of those emo-rock but great sing-along, be it the bathroom or when you're alone in the car.
Hinder - Lips Of An Angel
Honey why you calling me so late?
It's kinda hard to talk right now.
Honey why are you crying? Is everything okay?
I gotta whisper 'cause I can't be too loud
Well, my girl's in the next room
Sometimes I wish she was you
I guess we never really moved on
It's really good to hear your voice say my name
It sounds so sweet
Coming from the lips of an angel
Hearing those words it makes me weak
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
It's funny that you're calling me tonight
And, yes, I've dreamt of you too
And does he know you're talking to me
Will it start a fight
No I don't think she has a clue
Well my girl's in the next room
Sometimes I wish she was you
I guess we never really moved on
It's really good to hear your voice say my name
It sounds so sweet
Coming from the lips of an angel
Hearing those words it makes me weak
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
It's really good to hear your voice say my name
It sounds so sweet
Coming from the lips of an angel
Hearing those words it makes me weak
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
Honey why you calling me so late?
Hinder - Lips Of An Angel
Honey why you calling me so late?
It's kinda hard to talk right now.
Honey why are you crying? Is everything okay?
I gotta whisper 'cause I can't be too loud
Well, my girl's in the next room
Sometimes I wish she was you
I guess we never really moved on
It's really good to hear your voice say my name
It sounds so sweet
Coming from the lips of an angel
Hearing those words it makes me weak
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
It's funny that you're calling me tonight
And, yes, I've dreamt of you too
And does he know you're talking to me
Will it start a fight
No I don't think she has a clue
Well my girl's in the next room
Sometimes I wish she was you
I guess we never really moved on
It's really good to hear your voice say my name
It sounds so sweet
Coming from the lips of an angel
Hearing those words it makes me weak
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
It's really good to hear your voice say my name
It sounds so sweet
Coming from the lips of an angel
Hearing those words it makes me weak
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
And I never wanna say goodbye
But girl you make it hard to be faithful
With the lips of an angel
Honey why you calling me so late?
Monday, April 23, 2007
I'm A Wild HOG!
Took the weekend to visit Grandma's grave and to pay respects. Brought Tubby there and even my cousin thought that Grandma would be very happy to see him and that he's treating me well.
Instead of my uncle's place, we stayed at Sebana Cove. Not the 5 star hotel sort but very resort feel and definitely relaxing.
We thought coming back on Sunday early afternoon could give us more time to rest but apparently NOT. Went to watch Wild Hogs with Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao. Good show. Hilarious! Would recommend to those who needs a laugh.
Dinner was disastrous but mango pomelo will always salvage the situation.
Was late this morning. My bones were aching... I need a break...
In the process of planning Melbourne & Sydney for August. Hong Kong plans was aborted. Will have to miss my colleague's wedding.
Instead of my uncle's place, we stayed at Sebana Cove. Not the 5 star hotel sort but very resort feel and definitely relaxing.
We thought coming back on Sunday early afternoon could give us more time to rest but apparently NOT. Went to watch Wild Hogs with Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao. Good show. Hilarious! Would recommend to those who needs a laugh.
Dinner was disastrous but mango pomelo will always salvage the situation.
Was late this morning. My bones were aching... I need a break...
In the process of planning Melbourne & Sydney for August. Hong Kong plans was aborted. Will have to miss my colleague's wedding.
Friday, April 20, 2007
Could Be A Miracle...
Tiger went for an ultra sound scan last night and Singapore's top vet, Dr Jean-Paul Ly, told us that neither his kidney nor liver is severely damaged and would not be fatal. All he needs now is a sex change operation. I'm not trying to put neutering into a joke, the fact is, he seriously needs to change his gender. That would entails removing his whole male reproduction system and not just his balls. Well if that does him good, i guess we're happy. The only thing now is the cost. As alot of you may already know, this whole hospitalisation has burnt this huge hole in my pocket as well as my parents'. I don't think we can afford the operation anymore. But no matter what, we have to do it, else we risk his kidney and whole urinary tract having stones again. Wish him luck and pray hard that my Dad strikes lottery now. My old man is severely stressed over this whole saga financially and i wish i could help him. There's only so much i can do and i'm at my wits end. We need more than this miracle but even then, we're already extremely lucky to have Tiger back and running. Thank you... Everyone who has helped in his recovery or was there for me with your ever generous emotional support.
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Updates On Tiger
Just a quick update.
Keeping my fingers and toes crossed. Tiger's problem could just be the liver and not kidney, which is fantastic news. At least it's not terminal or fatal. Our liver constantly heals itself so it goes the same for dogs.
We'll see how the test today goes...
Keeping my fingers and toes crossed. Tiger's problem could just be the liver and not kidney, which is fantastic news. At least it's not terminal or fatal. Our liver constantly heals itself so it goes the same for dogs.
We'll see how the test today goes...
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Don't Take Tiger Away From Me. Please!
Tiger might die anytime.
His kidney has failed. Treatment may not be sufficient.
I think it could be my fault. If i had brought him to the vet earlier, he might not have died. To look at him now, after losing all that weight, it pains me to send him back to the hospital. He's not eating nor drinking. He's in terrible pain.
The vet was being optimistic to my parents but i was afraid that she's actually giving them false hopes. Tiger is like my Dad's companion. I don't know how is my Dad going to take this since my Grandma just passed away recently. No other person nor dog is going to replace Tiger. He's my first ever dog and he's like my best friend. When i'm upset, i'll go home and to se him wag his tail to welcome me home, all the pain seemed to have disappeared for that moment. He'll smile when i speak to him. I'm not crazy, dogs do smile, if you have tried to pay attention to them. Tiger is like my best friend.
Tiger is not old. In human terms, he's merely into his 40s. My heart is in pain. I wish i could save him. Let alone the hefty medical bills, the pain is killing my heart slowly. i don't know if i have the heart to love another dog again. He's the best to me and will always be such. He's been there for me throughout my exams, my loss of kin, my disappointments with life and in life. Tiger means the world to me and he's leaving me soon.
Please allow a miracle to happy. I want to see him walk to me to get sayang-ed and kisses, jump and doing a million of other silly things just to ask for treats. Please don't take Tiger away from me. Please...
His kidney has failed. Treatment may not be sufficient.
I think it could be my fault. If i had brought him to the vet earlier, he might not have died. To look at him now, after losing all that weight, it pains me to send him back to the hospital. He's not eating nor drinking. He's in terrible pain.
The vet was being optimistic to my parents but i was afraid that she's actually giving them false hopes. Tiger is like my Dad's companion. I don't know how is my Dad going to take this since my Grandma just passed away recently. No other person nor dog is going to replace Tiger. He's my first ever dog and he's like my best friend. When i'm upset, i'll go home and to se him wag his tail to welcome me home, all the pain seemed to have disappeared for that moment. He'll smile when i speak to him. I'm not crazy, dogs do smile, if you have tried to pay attention to them. Tiger is like my best friend.
Tiger is not old. In human terms, he's merely into his 40s. My heart is in pain. I wish i could save him. Let alone the hefty medical bills, the pain is killing my heart slowly. i don't know if i have the heart to love another dog again. He's the best to me and will always be such. He's been there for me throughout my exams, my loss of kin, my disappointments with life and in life. Tiger means the world to me and he's leaving me soon.
Please allow a miracle to happy. I want to see him walk to me to get sayang-ed and kisses, jump and doing a million of other silly things just to ask for treats. Please don't take Tiger away from me. Please...
Monday, April 16, 2007
Changes...
The office seems so different without Ah Joo Dee today. Apparently, we can expect more changes to come during the span of this week. "Long Lash" is in town and he proposed a new seating arrangements for us. So before close of business today, we're going to be moving tables again. I roughly know where i'll be sitting but trust me, nothing is firmed up, even after you're well-planted in the new seat.
My career is going on a very different path. It's going to be major. Very much make or break. Sort of. Nothing has been announced so i shall keep it hush hush until concrete announcement is being made.
Today is the last day of peace and order. Back to chaos tomorrow... Right now, i only wanna work and be super efficient today.
My career is going on a very different path. It's going to be major. Very much make or break. Sort of. Nothing has been announced so i shall keep it hush hush until concrete announcement is being made.
Today is the last day of peace and order. Back to chaos tomorrow... Right now, i only wanna work and be super efficient today.
Friday, April 13, 2007
Ah Joo Dee
Finally, you have left us in search of greener pastures. My emotions are mixed. You were my bestest colleague, someone who has taught me how to register candidates and polite no. You will remain one of the best people i'll ever work with. It's inevitable sad and tears just flow down uncontrollably when i had to say bye. I know i'll see you again but i also know, i won't walk into the office with a sugar roll on my desk anymore or have anyone i can buy them for when i feel like giving someone a small treat. I wish i can make you stay by buying you a SME every morning. But i also know, you'll be happier from today onwards. I can only wish you all the best. Have fun in Sydney and do come back to lunch with me. We also had to cover each other during lunch. Now that i don't have to cover anyone, i also don't get to eat myself poor with you. This bottomless pit will miss you. Thank you for everything you've done for me. You mean alot to me in my little insignificant life. I'll miss the team of Babooshka boss, DGJ and you, Ah Joo Dee. Not forgetting comedy boss who completes the team. I'll really miss the old office. I understand the need to grow into a bigger office and expand but i'm sure, time with you guys will always be very important part of my life.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
What Pie Are You?
| You Are Cherry Pie |
 You're the perfect combo of innocent and sexy Those who like you enjoy a contradiction |
Dreams Catcher
What is possibly the weirdest dream you've ever had?
C'mon, share your oddest dream.
I'll start the ball rolling...
The one most memorable dream i had was when i was a kid. That's probably the only dream that i've ever had that i've remembered vividly since day uno. - I was strolling down the estate i used to live right after dinner, accompanied by my family members. Then a Mummy (as in those Egyptian horror films) came along in a wheelchair and started chasing me. The rest of my family members were totally unaware that i was being chased by the Mummy no matter how loud i screamed at them, my tears just came rolling down. Well, of course, i was on my feet trying to escape and not be caught by the Mummy. Now for the boring part, i simply ran and the Mummy kept chasing for the rest of the dream until i woke up.
When i was brought back to reality, i turned back to look at my pillow. It was soaking with tears. I must have been wailing like a tap . It sounds silly but hey, it did scared the shit out of me.
Has another dream last night and (using words Juju used) Easy Peasy Lemon Squeesy compared to the Mummy dream. I was walking down the street with Chubby Teddy, now better known as Tubby. We passed by this funeral parlour which deep down me, i knew it was also a bakery although there were no obvious signs that it's a bakery. I went there to buy a box of "Hei Bang" (Cantonese wedding cake), how irony right, buying wedding pastries at a funeral parlour. It's damn odd. Then we sat by the road side, just like the "wu jiao ji", a 5 feet walkway which was a common sight in Singapore in the 50s - 60s. Then my bf's ex-gf and her friend came to sit down with us and we chatted. She was holding his hand but i thought well, ok they're just friends right. Then he told me when we started going out, he was still with her. It freaked me out. But what was worse was that my bf started rambling off in fluent Bahasa. To put things straight, Tuddy did had this Malay gf who happened to be an ex-schoolmate of mine but it wasn't her in the dream lah, it was a Chinese girl??!! Ok back to the dream, he rambled off in Bahasa and i was so freaked, i just rolled my eyes and walked off in a daze.
Look! We all had our fair share of weird dreams. Do share yours with me. Well, apart from those unprepared for exams, teeth falling off, falling down, late for work, not packed for long travels, sort of dreams. Most of us would probably had, at some point in time, at least one of the dreams above.
C'mon, share your oddest dream.
I'll start the ball rolling...
The one most memorable dream i had was when i was a kid. That's probably the only dream that i've ever had that i've remembered vividly since day uno. - I was strolling down the estate i used to live right after dinner, accompanied by my family members. Then a Mummy (as in those Egyptian horror films) came along in a wheelchair and started chasing me. The rest of my family members were totally unaware that i was being chased by the Mummy no matter how loud i screamed at them, my tears just came rolling down. Well, of course, i was on my feet trying to escape and not be caught by the Mummy. Now for the boring part, i simply ran and the Mummy kept chasing for the rest of the dream until i woke up.
When i was brought back to reality, i turned back to look at my pillow. It was soaking with tears. I must have been wailing like a tap . It sounds silly but hey, it did scared the shit out of me.
Has another dream last night and (using words Juju used) Easy Peasy Lemon Squeesy compared to the Mummy dream. I was walking down the street with Chubby Teddy, now better known as Tubby. We passed by this funeral parlour which deep down me, i knew it was also a bakery although there were no obvious signs that it's a bakery. I went there to buy a box of "Hei Bang" (Cantonese wedding cake), how irony right, buying wedding pastries at a funeral parlour. It's damn odd. Then we sat by the road side, just like the "wu jiao ji", a 5 feet walkway which was a common sight in Singapore in the 50s - 60s. Then my bf's ex-gf and her friend came to sit down with us and we chatted. She was holding his hand but i thought well, ok they're just friends right. Then he told me when we started going out, he was still with her. It freaked me out. But what was worse was that my bf started rambling off in fluent Bahasa. To put things straight, Tuddy did had this Malay gf who happened to be an ex-schoolmate of mine but it wasn't her in the dream lah, it was a Chinese girl??!! Ok back to the dream, he rambled off in Bahasa and i was so freaked, i just rolled my eyes and walked off in a daze.
Look! We all had our fair share of weird dreams. Do share yours with me. Well, apart from those unprepared for exams, teeth falling off, falling down, late for work, not packed for long travels, sort of dreams. Most of us would probably had, at some point in time, at least one of the dreams above.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Big Fish Small Fish
"Long Lashes", my big big big boss, says that he's going to rearrange the seats today. I wonder if that's good news for me. I have my doubts. As you guys know, i'm not someone with the best luck around and i always end up getting the worst so it might be worse than what it is now. Well, i'm getting used to this and it's not as bad. Guess it's blessing in disguise. I'm putting in so much more effort into what i'm doing, not so much that someone is looking at me but i'm not so easily distracted by other things.
Keeping my fingers crossed, i might just have made my first ever placement all done by myself. Beginning from the search to the calling and the crazy arrangements of interviews and organising flights and hotels, meeting with the candidates and client, the worrying if i'll ever get an offer... Now it's all coming together. Albeit it's not big, but it was way bigger than it actually was intended to be and i've made one guy possibly the happiest guy on earth. And also, it's a first for me.
I did one together with DGJ sometime ago but without her help pointing out to me, look this is a perfect candidate, i wouldn't have been able to place that girl. Then again, i must say that i've learnt a great deal from DGJ and my Comedy Boss through these two placements. Yippee!
I know these are peanuts little placements compared to those astronomical once my colleagues are placing but i'm happy because this actually shows that i'm doing the right thing and it's paying off. Good Lord.
Keeping fingers crossed until i see the cheque, and oh well, and also for the whole year while the guy is in the company.
Keeping my fingers crossed, i might just have made my first ever placement all done by myself. Beginning from the search to the calling and the crazy arrangements of interviews and organising flights and hotels, meeting with the candidates and client, the worrying if i'll ever get an offer... Now it's all coming together. Albeit it's not big, but it was way bigger than it actually was intended to be and i've made one guy possibly the happiest guy on earth. And also, it's a first for me.
I did one together with DGJ sometime ago but without her help pointing out to me, look this is a perfect candidate, i wouldn't have been able to place that girl. Then again, i must say that i've learnt a great deal from DGJ and my Comedy Boss through these two placements. Yippee!
I know these are peanuts little placements compared to those astronomical once my colleagues are placing but i'm happy because this actually shows that i'm doing the right thing and it's paying off. Good Lord.
Keeping fingers crossed until i see the cheque, and oh well, and also for the whole year while the guy is in the company.
Some Interesting Pictures - Malacca
Chubby Teddy
Monkey In Action
He sure loves what he does...
Hotel PuriTuesday, April 10, 2007
Saga De Malacca
I can't say the Easter trip to Malacca was amazing fun but it did began with a bang. I can foresee that we'll be repeating this saga quite a bit over coffeeshop chats. All in all, i did enjoy myself.
Like i mentioned earlier, we were intending to take "Alibaba's" mini bus up but after crossing the Causeway, we happily thought we were all geared and ready for the 2 hours drive. We couldn't be more wrong. We were pulled over by the Malaysian traffic police just as we exited the customs. Apparently, the license for the bus to cross over to our neighbouring country expired. In the usual Malaysian fashion, they had a long chat with us, putting up the usual show that they can't take bribes and all. In the end, we had to be escorted by the traffic police back to Singapore land. When we were dropping that traffic police off, we found out that we still had to pay like RM 500 to appease him even if it means that we still got to go back home and take the cars.
So we came back and took the cars. Monkey's car was alright, nice car but trust me, if you had to be stuck in the back seat with the sun tanning your right arm, it wasn't something i was looking forward to. I wished we took Xiaobai. At least i could entertained myself on the way there. Had a silent fight with Chubby Teddy in the car but wasn't angry with him, i guess i was just uncomfortable. And all of you who knows me, when i'm either uncomfortable or tired or hungry, i'm extremely grouchy.
Finally when we arrived at the hotel, i found that my long awaited spa sessions were all fully booked. It was hugely disappointing. I really needed a knead on my shoulder and down my back. Luckily, the downhill part of the whole trip ended here.
Cut the whole story short, we ate and ate, walk and walk, then eat again, occasionally shopped a little then back to eating and sleeping. It's weird that one of the most enjoyable part of the trip was playing Uno with Chubby Teddy, Monkey and Zhao Cai Mao. We took some nice pictures which i'll attempt to post it on when i can.
It was an ok trip but the crowd made it complete.
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Tiger Can't Pee
Everytime my parents take a holiday, something bound to happen to Tiger but this time round, it's far more severe than any of the previous times. Weeks ago, Tiger had traces of blood in his pee but we kinda brushed it off without paying much attention. Big mistake! On Friday night, he couldn't pee so i thought, well maybe we should just observe him for a day or so. In the morning, i received an MMS from my brother, a voice recording of Tiger's whining. After hearing it, i starting making phonecalls to various vets but they were all fully booked and would only see the animal in an emergency case. It didn't take long for us to know that it's an emergency because at late afternoon, i received a call from his nanny telling me that Tiger has gone into convulsion. I knew the urine will be toxic to his kidneys but i was just too dumb to link the different pieces of information together.
I then got his nanny to send him to Simei because they close later on Saturdays. I specifically told his nanny to take a cab and I'll reimburse her and this was an hour before the clinic closes. I took a cab down from town only to find that she's still home waiting for her husband to pick her up in his huge industrial lorry. I was furious but thank God i didn't blow and was able to hold my cool. My parents would have killed me if i ever raised my voice at her. They were in love with her!
The vet then tried to make him pee but his renal or whatever passage was blocked so they have to poke a hole and draw his pee out. By then he was all soft and his eyes were all blood shot. His pee were all bloody. We had to send him to Balestier immediately to the Animal Hospital and the vet at Simei would go over when she's done. While waiting aimlessly and our eyes half closing, Dr Ly (Top vet in Singapore) walked in and chatted with us. Upon hearing Tiger's plight, he declared Tiger's case an emergency and you can imagine the drama that followed. Everyone in the clinic was summoned for Dr Ly to perform the operation on Tiger himself with the help of at least 2 other vets. I knew the cost was going to be shy high since Dr Ly was pretty well known for his skills and the cost of seeing him. Just to put things in view, to get a consultation with Dr Ly takes about 3-4 weeks in queue. I was glad Tiger was in good hands and cost wasn't exactly on my mind. Well, he did tell me it will cost a couple of thousands of dollars.
That night alone came up to almost $3000 excluding other costs like hospitalisation and such but frankly, it's not expensive to save my dog's life. And for 3 vets to be operating on him at the same time, it's a reasonable price to know that he's in good hands. However, i already had problems with a shocking credit card bill. Remember i mentioned earlier about a low credit card bill last month? That's because it's all billed to me this month. How clever. How unfortunate.
Tiger is already recovering. He's still in the ICU but he can at last wag his tail. He's not moving much nor is he eating. They had to force feed him some nutritious liquid to keep him alive and he's still on drip in order to flush out the impurities in his kidney. This is the first time in my life i heard that dogs have ICU and that they are given epidurals as a form of regional anesthesia. The vets removed say 20 stones from his kidney and his urinary passage which we later found out was the thing blocking his pee from coming out.
I'm just glad he's getting better by the day. He'll be discharged tomorrow. Will update you guys on his blood test and the lab test results of the stones tomorrow.
I then got his nanny to send him to Simei because they close later on Saturdays. I specifically told his nanny to take a cab and I'll reimburse her and this was an hour before the clinic closes. I took a cab down from town only to find that she's still home waiting for her husband to pick her up in his huge industrial lorry. I was furious but thank God i didn't blow and was able to hold my cool. My parents would have killed me if i ever raised my voice at her. They were in love with her!
The vet then tried to make him pee but his renal or whatever passage was blocked so they have to poke a hole and draw his pee out. By then he was all soft and his eyes were all blood shot. His pee were all bloody. We had to send him to Balestier immediately to the Animal Hospital and the vet at Simei would go over when she's done. While waiting aimlessly and our eyes half closing, Dr Ly (Top vet in Singapore) walked in and chatted with us. Upon hearing Tiger's plight, he declared Tiger's case an emergency and you can imagine the drama that followed. Everyone in the clinic was summoned for Dr Ly to perform the operation on Tiger himself with the help of at least 2 other vets. I knew the cost was going to be shy high since Dr Ly was pretty well known for his skills and the cost of seeing him. Just to put things in view, to get a consultation with Dr Ly takes about 3-4 weeks in queue. I was glad Tiger was in good hands and cost wasn't exactly on my mind. Well, he did tell me it will cost a couple of thousands of dollars.
That night alone came up to almost $3000 excluding other costs like hospitalisation and such but frankly, it's not expensive to save my dog's life. And for 3 vets to be operating on him at the same time, it's a reasonable price to know that he's in good hands. However, i already had problems with a shocking credit card bill. Remember i mentioned earlier about a low credit card bill last month? That's because it's all billed to me this month. How clever. How unfortunate.
Tiger is already recovering. He's still in the ICU but he can at last wag his tail. He's not moving much nor is he eating. They had to force feed him some nutritious liquid to keep him alive and he's still on drip in order to flush out the impurities in his kidney. This is the first time in my life i heard that dogs have ICU and that they are given epidurals as a form of regional anesthesia. The vets removed say 20 stones from his kidney and his urinary passage which we later found out was the thing blocking his pee from coming out.
I'm just glad he's getting better by the day. He'll be discharged tomorrow. Will update you guys on his blood test and the lab test results of the stones tomorrow.
Work Stress or Irritating Colleague
Generally, people at work will know me as the happy, cheeky girl who's willing to do whatever she told, well if it falls within my job scope that is. I rarely reject people unless i'm overwhelmed but i'm no pushover. I'm lucky to have understanding colleagues and such but recently, some people are just getting on my nerves. I feel that i was pushed back to the starting point and the whole torture peocess has to start all over again. When people can't handle their stress and treats you like a trashcan, you'll be as upset as i am. I was almost breaking into tears but i remembered "DGJ" told me one last thing before she left this company. In order to gain respect in any working environment, i have to be alot more serious. Life is such, you're being judged for who you put out to be and not who you really are and what you can do.
I needed to vent the frustration out so bad that i emailed my bosses and told them in quite an angry tone that i was being "mentally abused" and being thrown PA jobs which were totally degrading for me. I'm like a heavy train going uphill, it seems like you're getting there and it's taking a long time and you're glad you're moving but when someone in the train keep jumping and kept the train from moving any more forward, instead pushing it back to base point, it's really vexing and dangerous. Well, it's all over. I just hope that i can have more of a poker face next time and learn to be more plastic.
I needed to vent the frustration out so bad that i emailed my bosses and told them in quite an angry tone that i was being "mentally abused" and being thrown PA jobs which were totally degrading for me. I'm like a heavy train going uphill, it seems like you're getting there and it's taking a long time and you're glad you're moving but when someone in the train keep jumping and kept the train from moving any more forward, instead pushing it back to base point, it's really vexing and dangerous. Well, it's all over. I just hope that i can have more of a poker face next time and learn to be more plastic.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)