My Mumblings

Soccer Day

2009-02-21T21:02:00.003+08:00

Last sunday, my hubby's company organised a friendly soccer match at The Cage, Pitch 2. As his wife, I had to support him, despite the tiredness I had the day before (Valentine's Day and attending my colleague's wedding dinner)

Taken during the break..

The Banana Republic was their group name and they managed to win first runner-up. They managed to maintain 0 goals throughout the game. However, they lost the penalty shots during the finals. What a waste!

Group shot

Despite being second, they also won the Golden Boot and Best Goal.

A shot , thou not all members in there.

Swimming!!

2009-02-17T22:19:00.004+08:00

My new goggles and swim cap that I bought today.

It has been a long long long while (dunno how many years) since I last swam in a pool, not the dry version (mahjong), but the one that I have to pay $1 per entry kind. Even though the deep pool was not ready, nevertheless, I swam at the middle pool. Freestyle, breaststroke.... the rest I dunno lar.

I really hope I can afford the time to swim again by knocking off slightly early (not 9pm!).

I better bring my towel next time. ;p

Drama - Twilight

2009-01-25T01:06:00.004+08:00

One afternoon, we were too bored outside at the Mos Burger, decided to play a drama - Twilight.. just like the recent movie, thou we never see before....

Getting ready ... tongue stretching...

To hubby: Your turn now, stretch your tongue...

Action.....
Hubby: woooooo

Hope you like our short sketch.

Old friends catching up

2009-01-23T00:20:00.002+08:00

We just had a long awaiting gathering this evening at Tampines Mall. Jessie and her family and Khee Seng came to meet us, returning from Denmark and Australia to spend the chinese new year in Singapore. Teck Chye and his family, Chor Fai and I were there to catch up.

Jessie's little princess is so cute and adorable right? You got to see the real person then you will know what I mean. She is everything a girl wants... big eyes, rosy cheeks, long eye lashes.

Sylvia's birthday

2009-01-17T23:52:00.004+08:00

Today, I invited Sylvia, my greatest neighbour cum close friend to my house. It is her birthday and I decided to cook chilli crab for her as a treat for being such a good listener and joker in my work life and social life.

At first, I wanted to put a candle in the middle for her to blow.. but decided not to get poisoned.

She is enjoying the crab..

The chef of all time.

I would like to wish her Happy Birthday and may she be happy, healthy, pretty and find a boyfriend very soon.

New Year Celebration

2009-01-04T18:23:00.002+08:00

I invited my lunch buddies to my house for a steamboat cum teppanyaki dinner yesterday. Unfortunately, our 2 lunch buddies - Amy and Siew Yong are unable to attend due to clash of appointments. Nevertheless it was a fun to enjoy the dinner and catching up.

Lisa, Liza and Sylvia (my neighbour with the same peace sign)

A gift hamper from lunch buddies... Thanks a lot!

I am glad that we did not waste much food, except for the fishballs (meant for Amy's daughters), squid and vegetables. I shall cook them on monday for dinner....

Little Brother's wedding - Trader's Hotel

2008-12-31T00:08:00.003+08:00

I attended my little brother - Guangjin's wedding lunch last sunday at Trader's Hotel. That was my first time to the hotel. The food was so-so. But the company was excellent. I caught up with my sec school classmates and enjoyed the catching up. I am very happy for him and Alicia (the bride).

With groom - Guangjin, whom I knew for 18 years....(still counting)

Groom and Bride - Alicia, with Annabelle & Yanni

With Raymond, long lost friend since JJC. He happened to know Guangjin in Ngee Ann and Larry from Army. Complicated eh?

Raymond, Annabelle, Me, Yibiao, Kehua, Yanni, Jianfeng and his family.

So who is next? I dunno...

Our 2nd fountain of wealth

2008-12-21T22:38:00.002+08:00

We bought our second fountain of wealth at Farm mart - Lim Chu Kang Road. Our first one is spoilt for a long time. We decided to buy today. Been to a lot of places but the shop at Farm mart did not disappoint us. We are very pleased with this simple design and on top of that, we also bought 2 plants whose leaves are in the shape of a copper coin. Now we are just waiting for it to flourish and bring us some wealth during this recession.

My Christmas Tree

2008-12-20T23:52:00.002+08:00

This is my 2008 Christmas tree decorations. It is also my first time to give out 60 presents to my colleagues! I break my own record. I have also received some presents already. But I do not want to open them till at 25 Dec midnight. I carried some back from the office but there are still some more on my table. My house was very messy with the presents and wrappers. It was also challenging to bring the presents to office over 4 days. I do hope all my receivers are happy to receive a little token from me. Till then.

My first Stanchart 10km marathon

2008-12-08T00:05:00.006+08:00

Today, we participated at the annual Standard Chartered Bank marathon. Of course, we ran the 10km, not the full marathon. Sylvia, my hubby, cousins - Jacelyn and Terence and I went. It was our first time participating. The guys ran first at 7.30am, while ladies ran at 8.15am. Collection of the goodie bag prior to the event was a nightmare. Sylvia and I took half day leave and went to Singapore expo and queued for an hour before we got it. Total participants who took part were 50,000!! WOW!

With Jacelyn - before the race....

With Sylvia- at the starting point...

We completed the race!! Check it out.

*Muack muack*

Our group photo

The guys completed the race about an hour or so. The girls took longer - almost 2 hours. I did not expect that I can run non-stop for 4 hours. At the ECP, I stopped as the sun was too glaring. I walked till suntec's first drinking stop and ran again after drinking 100 plus. I stopped again at the F1 area... then I started running again at the Surpreme Court and dashed to the finishing line. Now my knees are in pain. Tomorrow, my muscles will ache... My cousins will be taking part in the 21km next year. I shall stick to 10km. hahaa. I am so glad that it is a public holiday on monday. Poor hubby, he has to work.

Homecooked Food

2008-11-18T22:45:00.012+08:00

My two girlfriends cum colleagues came to my house last sunday to cook lunch for me. Envious right? I was too sickly and hubby not around to cook. Haiz! But I am happy that they came to help me.

The two chefs - Liza and Sylvia

Chicky drumlets

Watery spagetti. (such a waste)

3 of us. They like my wall.

Another of my best friend, Evelyn came to cook for me today. Again, envious right?

Cooking mee hoon.

Yummy right!

Minced pork with spinach for dinner.

Omelette with Sausage.

Good friends are real hard to come by. Went through thick and thin, laughter and tears. See the things they have done for me. I thank them from the bottom of my heart. I really wonder how could one turn its back on me without a reason? I wish I can find out the answer real soon.

Reflections

2008-11-14T21:33:00.002+08:00

I used to hear from people who said life is short and do treasure family and friends who are close to you. I could not agree more, especially from someone who had their surgery. Our perceptions and attitudes towards life became more precious and different. Other things do not seem to matter much anymore.

One word of advice - do eat whatever food that is provided for you after surgery. The feel of hunger for more than 10 hours was of no joke. I rejected the food and was very helpless when hunger kicked in.

I had a week of porridge and hope my hubby will buy me other things for lunch tomorrow.

Finale of Graduations

2008-11-09T12:52:00.005+08:00

Yesterday was the last graduation for 2008, ie University of Bradford at Raffles City Convention Centre. It was the biggest graduation with about 1400 graduands and guests! One of the moments that moved me to tears was one of the student could not received her award as she has passed away. Her mother received on her behalf and we had 1 minute of silence....

Below are some candid moments that I would like to share..

Subra - EH.. wait for me...

Tongue competition

Nhalie the joker...

After note:

The graduations were eye opener experiences for me. I got to try out different roles, like leading the procession parties, marshall, ursher, manning booth, etc. Next year, I will be in the graduation committee. Wish me luck!

P.S. Our school song is really nice..can someone pass me the mp3 version for my handphone tune?

Wedding anniversary

2008-10-26T22:45:00.005+08:00

Yesterday was our 3-years anniversary. It was indeed a memorable day for us. A visit to the gynae (spent a bomb) , lunch at Sushi Tei, bought books at Kinokuniya and shopped at Takashimay tired us easily. We went home at about 4pm and took a nap.

We cannot wait to eat the food....

We had KFC for dinner... hehe...

Presents from colleagues

2008-10-25T00:13:00.006+08:00

My hubby brought me to have lunch at Soup Restaurant on my birthday. We watched 2 movies that afternoon - Storm Rider and 20th Century Boys (Part 1 of 3). Very good! Must watch.

At the strike of midnight, I opened up my other presents. The grey bag was given by my colleagues - Sylvia, Liza, Lisa, Amy and Shalini. Nice... my type of bag.. big and glossy.

Then the other present - the Omnia mobile pouch was given by Kenneth . I would prefer the original one, but he told me no stock for the whole of Singapore! Haiz. My hubby, mother in law and dad gave me ang pao... the most practical of all.

To express my most sincere thanks, I gave each of them, a lollipop with small craft.

Birthday by Hubby

2008-10-22T23:30:00.003+08:00

My dearest hubby bought a strawberry shortcake on my actual birthday. That was my 2nd birthday cake. So creamy.. so pinky... My hubby ate it with the cream all over his mouth.

My Birthday

2008-10-12T00:40:00.008+08:00

I celebrated my birthday (earlier) at my house just now. I invited my best friends - Belle and Evelyn and their partner to have steamboat for dinner. No point squeezing with the saturday crowd out there and cannot stay there for long to catch up, don't you agree?

Wow... a wide spread... went shopping to buy with hubby earlier.

3 ladies, enjoying our food... yummy...

The birthday cake was baked by my best friend - Belle. So VERY nice of her..

Taken with my closest kin and friends.

My birthday present.

I am a little bit hungry now... maybe no rice eaten at the dinner... Now where is my chips...

OCU Graduation Ceremony

2008-10-05T23:02:00.004+08:00

It was my first MDIS graduation ceremony in 2008. The first university graduation ceremony was Oklahoma City University, USA. The Mass Communications students received their certificates and degrees on 4th October at Ritz-Carlton Hotel. I was activated to help out at this ceremony.

My corporate look... so professional right..

Taken before the ceremony commenced.

Sylvia and Liza... so lovely...

Aiyo.. Liza.. can you pose other pattern? hehee

Corsages for the VIPs.

This was the first one, I have another three more graduations to help out over the next few saturdays. I bought another pair of black coak shoes to lessen the pain of standing long hours. My legs are still aching... awwww..

Annual Birthday Gathering

2008-09-30T23:11:00.007+08:00

Last sunday was our yearly birthday gathering with my friend, Lay Foo... ever since 14 years ago. We will meet halfway between our birthdays. This year, we went to AMK Hub for lunch and subsequently at MacDonald Drive-Thru...

I was hilarious what I saw at the playground near the MacDonald's. SWING!! The same one that I used to play during childhood, with sands. We had a go and became Lay Foo's FOC models. LOL

This was taken using Lay Foo's Canon SLR. We really look great, dont you think so?

We finally have the chance to take a photo together after 14 years!!

Happy Birthday my dear fren Lay Foo!

Need a nice break

2008-09-27T00:50:00.002+08:00

My hubby took this at Angsana Spa earlier. I like the colour of this pillow. In addition, I looked real nice with this shot. So lady-like!! How I wish I can go for another spa session soon. Today, I just received my first incentive and treated my SM dinner at Sakae Sushi, thanking him for the guidance and hard-work put in. Postgrad rocks!!

Our Bintan Trip - Sept 08

2008-09-09T21:01:00.006+08:00

After a long long wait, finally we managed to go out of Singapore for the very first time in 2008. Why har? Last year, we have gone for 3 trips already by Sept 07. This is really crazy. No wonder we are panaroid!!!

Where we went? To Angsana Bintan Resort & Spa. Over a long weekend, though just an hour from Singapore by ferry, the feeling was just great, except for the "freedom" I received from my workplace.

Taken from the window panel at the restaurant

My funny hubby striking a pose.

"Dont mess with me...."

What did we do? Sleep, eat, sleep, eat, swim, spa..... We are so demoralised to come back to Singapore as we have to face the reality again. At the tanah merah ferry terminal, there was this ang moh at the ferry terminal taxi stand who dared to tell me off for cutting the taxi queue... please lor... we called the cab. So pissed!

Happy Teacher's Day

2008-09-01T23:11:00.002+08:00

I almost forgot that today is Happy Teacher's Day. Besides the school teachers I had in all my academic schools, I wish to take this day to thank my other "teachers" in my life too.

(Starting from the recent ...)

Kenneth - My formidable postgrad partner and mentor. Without his guidance, knowledge sharing and being my pillar all these while, I don't think I will stay long.
Maggie - My ex colleague whom I cherished as my senior and teacher in marketing. She is the one who helped me conquered event marketing. Now, I can plan for a 1000-persons event. Thanks for the 8 years in SAP!
Christine - My ex supervisor in SPH whom taught me how to survive in a corporate environment and daily life. Thanks for staying in touch with me after 11 years!

My new shoes

2008-08-31T14:05:00.003+08:00

I think I am going crazy about shoes, especially for office wear. I bought 4 pairs within 2 days and seems to have a craze for shoes wherever I go. I cannot find enought office wears. I know I should cut down on expenses especially when inflation is here. I shall not be tempted to buy anymore till the older pair fails me. (That is my new motto)

SAFRA Run 2008

2008-08-24T16:26:00.004+08:00

With Cuz, Jacelyn

Sleepy leh... asked me to wake up so early on sunday..

My sole betrayed me at the last 1 km.

Replacement at NewUrbanMale

Today is the SAFRA Run 2008 that 3 of us participated. It was a chore for me to wake up at 630am on a sunday for something I do not really like to do , ie jog. I had a tantrum and my hubby could not stand it. Nevertheless, I picked myself off the bed and got ready to leave the house. :>

The 6km non-competitive race was the last run for the day. We started at 830am at the esplanade bridge. I could not really run and had to walk instead, listening to my mp3. There were some school bands along the way to cheer the runners. At the last 1 km, my shoe sole betrayed me and I had difficulty walking back to the finishing line. :X

We went to City Link Mall to find a pair of slippers for me. The shops are only opened at 11am and we stood outside Adidas shop and waited. We were the first customer but I don't like the designs then. We went to NewUrbanMale and got a pair of silver Dupas slippers. (we were also their first customer). Then we went to Shokudo (again for us) for lunch and we were again their first customer. :P After which, we saw another shop unit of NewUrbanMale and saw their new range of sandals. Really cool lor. My hubby and I bought a pair of same colour (green and white) and we can wear to Bintan next month. Yippee!!

Our Date

2008-08-23T22:50:00.010+08:00

We finally have our date today. First, we went to ICA to collect our passport then subsequently to Bugis Junction to shop and have lunch. The food we had at Shokudo Japanese Coffee House is not too bad. We had Salmon Sushi Roll, thin crusted pizza, Curry Rosti and this Red bean, Green Tea dessert.

I have been very busy with my postgrad programmes and going home late. Had been eating out most of the days and miss my father's cooking. Next month I have 4 previews to prepare and the pre-event activities are just too many to juggle. Million dollar question for marketing- how do I get the audience to come? Million dollar question for sales - how to increase conversion rate? This is worse than my previous job. Haha.. I just pity my speaker who has to do 3 out of 4. He better drink more liang tei and smoke less. This is the last quarter to work hard before the year ends. Postgrad team, Jia You!

Fabulous drawing

2008-08-21T20:46:00.004+08:00

I met a very old friend of mine and guess where? Facebook! I knew him more than 10 years ago in Teleview (the version of MSN). I was real touched that he did not forget me as I was just a little girl then. A 1200kb modem to dial up. WOW. I really miss those days.

I remembered this drawing that he gave me. It was from a comic book cover page. Don't worry Malao. I have been treasuring this piece of artwork. So will my children (if I have) and grandchildren.

FIR concert

2008-08-10T11:58:00.008+08:00

Before the concert started

Commenced....

Jam Hsiao!

The concert was nice. Worth the money. Especially the guest singer was Jam Hsiao! We had an enjoyable evening, watching my favourite FIR concert in Singapore. My throat was so sore and there were no water available as it is not allowed. Now I know how to sing better in my karaoke sessions.

Traditional ice cream

2008-08-07T22:53:00.002+08:00

Yum yum... our favourite traditional ice cream. Sylvia bought the ice cream with bread, me with the biscuits. That is our best dessert after lunch at queenstown. We were sad before that we could not get hold of uncle. Lately, we know the opening hours, and the rest is history.

Lousy sofa

2008-08-03T15:08:00.002+08:00

Would you imagine this kind of sofa in KBox at Jurong East Entertainment Centre? Aiyo.. I had a shock of my life when I was given this kinda room with the same price I have to pay at other outlet. This is really unexpected. I would never want to visit that place anymore.

Great friends

2008-07-27T01:08:00.007+08:00

It is very fun to have great friends who can understand you and share the same belief. It makes chatting easier and not much of an explanation required. Sharing of jokes, grumblings and of course - gossips!!! I can't survive without these friends I made over the last few months. Thanks for everything.........

3 musketeers

2008-07-09T23:20:00.003+08:00

We went to Keppel Marina Bay to celebrate Belle's birthday. You know what? There was nothing much, except to eat at TCC. *heh* I hope I can grow my hair longer. Getting more lady-like now. ;p

Canon printer

2008-07-06T23:16:00.001+08:00

I took this at vivocity, Canon service centre. Really kawaii. I think it costs $200plus. Like going picnic right?

My first school roadshow - YJC

2008-06-28T22:46:00.002+08:00

My first visit to Yishun Junior College yesterday and I took a photo for memory sake. I had my first MDIS school roadshow fair and presentation to the year 2 students. It was a real eye opening for me to present about the courses and the pathway they should be pursing after their A levels. Although I was not an A level student, I still believe education is important, be it going to local universities, overseas or private education organisations. So A level students, strive on!

Singapore Toy and Comic Convention

2008-06-27T00:21:00.005+08:00

Finally they are here!!!

Check out the event website at http://www.sgtoyandcomiccon.com/index.html.

I am definitely going on sat....

Here is an extract from the website:

The first-ever Singapore Toy & Comic Convention is here!

Blasting off on 27-29 June 2008, the first-ever Singapore Toy & Comic Convention will feature a host of toys (general and designer), comics, animation, gaming, design, licensing and Cosplay from creative minds from all over the world, serving up an eye-popping visual feast and unprecedented variety and innovation in all the closely-related industries.

With exciting free giveaways, competitions, meet-and-greet sessions with acclaimed artists from around the world and much more - the inaugural Convention promises to bring the best of East and West together in one single, fun-filled event.

My new workstation

2008-06-23T23:00:00.003+08:00

May I present to you, my new workstation.... do you see the difference? The chair fits in just nicely to the centre hole. Today, I got a lot of banging to the 2 sides of the drawer and shelf. LOL.

My work station

2008-06-20T23:40:00.003+08:00

Look here. I finally got a chance to take a picture of my workstation. Spacious, except the chair does not have a good backing, got to buy one to support my back. From monday onwards, I will have a smaller workspace. Currently doing a revamp. More people joining, not enough space. I guess I have to slim down and cut back on snacks.. tsktsk

My Pooh-Eey

2008-06-16T23:13:00.003+08:00

Hi everyone.. we are Joey's Pooh-Eey. Aren't we cute and just cute..... we are placed on our owner's new Vaio laptop. Cool right? It is red in colour, with a damn nice black keyboard. If only the other colours do not have a silver kb, guess our lady boss will pick yellow or green or white. We just finished watching Kungfu Panda. So funny! Must watch ok?

Chor Fai's wedding

2008-06-08T22:18:00.007+08:00

Yesterday was my good friend - Chor Fai's wedding. I have been waiting for this day till my neck was long. Finally, he was one of my last few friends who finally married with his lovely wife - Whai Lin. The wedding photos taken at the studio and outdoor are really nice. I guess that is the best part of your life with someone you love so deeply.

It was also a great day to meet up with long lost friends - Suchin, Vivian, Fuiyun, Sze Mei, Lynn, YiHui, Larry and Rick.

Taken another "ROM" shot

After that, we met up with Evelyn and her boyfriend at Kbox to sing out hearts out. My throat was so strained after singing 4 hours. But very shoik!

Our ten years anniversary

2008-06-04T08:55:00.002+08:00

We celebrated our ten years anniversary last sunday. Dear treated me to chicken rice at Chatterbox, Meritius Mandarin. It was not that fantastic as we thought, though the chilli was good. Then we bowled at Civil Service Centre @ Bukit Batok with my best friend and her boyfriend. Now I am having muscle aches..

Vesak Day

2008-05-18T23:57:00.005+08:00

Taken at Temple, with a Full Moon

Today is Vesak Day, a day whereby all the Buddhists will celebrate the birth of Buddha. Normally, we will celebrate the night before at Bright Hill Temple at Sin Ming Road to pray and to feel the atmosphere.

Fellow Buddhists getting their blessings

Every year, I am really admire the number of fellow Buddhists who did the ritual, ie walk 3 steps and kneel for about an hour (i guess). But prior to that, they have to wait patiently for their turn. This is a test for determination and stamina.

My first lunch at MDIS canteen

2008-05-12T21:53:00.003+08:00

*lol*

This was my first lunch at MDIS canteen, after one month plus in the job. If it did not rain, I guess, I would have no chance to try the food there yet.

I tried the western food and it was served within 5 mins. This is chicken cutlet and I did not want red beans. The fries and coleslaw were nice. A pity the marination for the cutlet was not long, otherwise it will be superb.

Guess I should not be that picky. Afterall, it is just $3.50.

Presents

2008-05-02T23:03:00.004+08:00

Kawaii na.... Mirror

Card stickers

Handphone strips

Small bag

Annabelle bought me some presents from Japan and Thailand. Some are simply kawaii-na. I wonder when my next trip will be, now that I am unable to take leave...

Farewell to 8 years

2008-05-01T11:45:00.003+08:00

Liza, Sean and me.

*haiz* was the famous trademark of Sean, who I never get to know well and work with in MDIS. My impression on him was a jovious and bubbly person. I never see him with an angry face, probably I never make him angry. ha ha.

Yesterday it was his last day in MDIS, with 8 years working there. There was a farewell lunch and a video clipping with all the memories he had with. He made some speeches and holding back all his tears. It was my first farewell I attended and got to know that was an emotional event that I hope I will not attend in the near future.

I understood Sean's feeling of leaving a company of 8years. I just had mine last month and it wasn't an easy decision to make. We were in a comfort zone, with so many battle allies, and nothing seems to block in our daily office life. We became natural advisors to newbies and set examples for them to follow. But we just got to move on to something different and experience the thrill of adapting to a different culture.

Will you be able to think you can be in the same company for another 8 years? I can't. I believe Sean will share the same sentiment as me.

New company namecard

2008-04-25T22:40:00.001+08:00

Hey.. I just received my new company namecard! After 3 weeks. Just wonder why they are not packed into plastic boxes instead of just tied with rubber band. How come there is a white sheet of paper to separate them?

My 12th day

2008-04-21T21:18:00.003+08:00

I am surprised that time really flies and it is my 12th day at my new workplace. First week was very stressed. My senior, Kenneth had to handover as much as he could before he went for reservist. I had to figure out myself on the second and third week.

I am handling International Business and Post-grad courses marketing portfolio and these are very new to me. I was from a IT software marketing background. To switch to Education industry was a hard decision for me to leave my 8 years in SAP. There is no turning back. But I began to like and appreciate this new job - new challenge, new colleagues, new culture, new policies, etc. I could not imagine another 8 years in SAP though.

If you are looking for an upgrade, drop me a note.

Race Challenge for Love

2008-04-14T16:34:00.003+08:00

My husband and I participated in the Race Challenge for Love last sat. That was one of the marriage campaign by MCYS. The meeting point was at NAFA in the morning. We received an early bird prize. It is a love game that is ideal for husband and wife to play.

The program started with the game rules and some warmups sessions. First, we played the balloon game. The husband has to blow the ballroom, but tying of the knot has to be done by each of us, using one of our hands. It was difficult but fun. After tying, we have to press the ballroom against one of our legs and race to the finishing line.

The second game was to draw a picture. One of us will describe, the other will draw based on the description. After that, we had a short marriage counselling session.

Lunch was provided and we could not start the race on time due to the heavy rain and thunderstorm. The organizer taught us head and shoulder massage and it was great for us to learn and massage each other the right way.

Lucky after the massage session, the rain stopped and we proceed with the race. We went to Fort Canning (to look for 13 wood scruptures, spices), Plaza Singapura ( to play bingo and find passer-bys to help us complete the bingo), Indian Sarie emporium (my hubby helped me to put on), waterloo street (for Hanna painting - my hubby drew on my hand and orgami).

We completed the race half an hour before the race and had a drink at TCC.

We will join next year...

Farewells

2008-04-06T15:23:00.004+08:00

It was fun to have 3 types of farewells over the week with the girls, plus lots of free lunches. (Thanks to all treaters!) Can you imagine that my weight-loss program is drifting further and further?

The girls gave me a lunch, then karaoke then clubbing at St James - Movida. The clubbing was an eye opener for me who do not dance as entertaining as Madeline, who is a natural clubber. I tried a cocktail called Gin Fritzz (Gin, Lime and 7-Up) and Chivas with Green Tea. Nice drinks.

Lets recall what I had for my farewells at a company for 8 years.

Waraku Pasta - The Central

Waraku Japanese Restaurant - Starhub Centre

Ka-Shou Chinese Restaurant - Amoy St

Korean Restaurant - Circular Road

"Hell" Restaurant - Far East Square

Zhou's Kitchen - Far East Square

Margaritas Mexican Restaurant - Dempsey Hill

China Square Food Court

Pasta Festa - Boat Quay

Dessert Hut - Arcade

Spinelli - OUB Centre

Lerk Thai - Square 2

Kuriya Japanese Restaurant - Raffles City

Roast Pork and Roast Duck store - Behind Golden Shoe Carpark

My first resolution at my new job is to visit the stadium for a run and swimming pool over the weekend...help me to fulfil...

Itchy 7

2008-03-31T21:22:00.002+08:00

7. I also not sure why 7 is part of my life. 7 played an important significant influence.

7 years after my first BGR ended, I knew my hubby.
7 years together, we ROM.
7 years in my current job, I found a new one.

So how many 7-years events then? Will let you know 7 years then..

Housework

2008-03-29T13:52:00.002+08:00

Married couples normally do their housework on weekends, simply because they do not have the time to do during weekdays. Just like us. We have to dedicate a whole afternoon, just to wash clothes, vaccum, mop floor and wash toilets.

Our dining table is no longer for meals, but to gather all the misc stuff, eg letters, things we just bought, etc.

My advise is for all newly wife, start training your husband before it got worse. Mine is an angel.. *wink*

God-brother's ROM

2008-03-18T17:37:00.010+08:00

Today, it is my god-brother's ROM at the Singapore flyer. Wow.. i had a chance to be in the capsule for 2 rounds. Nice weather. Took a lot of photos. It is not easy to get to the Singapore flyer from the train station. You need about at least 15 mins walk from City Hall train station. The piece is huge and cooling at night, i guess.

The exciting part is that there is Popeye Chicken and Biscuit at the Singapore Flyer. I told my husband that we do not have to visit Changi Airport Terminal 1 to enjoy the fried chicken anymore. *saliva drooling....*

I also knew a new friend at the ceremony - Kee Leng. She is a very sporty and adventurous lady. How I wish I have a few percent of her sporty attitude. Then I can lose some weight you know. *grin*

Hidden object games

2008-03-15T18:24:00.002+08:00

Last year, if i am not wrong. We met our tourmates at Clarke Quay. We were chit chatting and one of them spoke about an online game that was so fun. My hubby and I tried and we have no regrets.

The website is called Big Fish Games (www.bigfishgames.com). There are a whole lot of different kinds. But the best is still "hidden objects". You have to search for items listed in a messy area. Of course, there are hints. If you are keen, you can download a one-hour trial version or otherwise purchase the full version and play along.

Don't say i dont warn you, you will get addicted. Try the "Mystery Case Files". There will be 6. But now, there are already four.

Enjoy.

Disfigured.. Urgh!

2008-03-11T22:37:00.003+08:00

I had very bad eyelid and eyebag allergy infection on monday. When I wake up in the morning for work, I blinked my eyes and could not locate my double eyelids. Something told me that something serious happened.

I reached out my eyelids and OMG! They swelled like I got an insect bug.

I began to recall that it must be the free fancl collagen eye mask I had on sunday. The collagen eye mask was too strong for my eye lids. S*&%!!! I began the search and realised one of the substance is Lychee Seed Extract. Am I allegic to that, I wonder?

It was real funny at the GP. She smiled real hard when she saw my eyes. I could only opened half of my eyes and could not stand the strong sunlight. I got an MC for the day. Finally I got my double eyelids back at the same night. But came the itchiness around my neck and back of my ears. They still itch thou.

Eh, wait a min. Din't I just have ear infection just last week? *URGH*

Note: Now I know why people will go for plastic surgery to get a double eyelid. It is really a Big difference lor...

Best of both worlds?

2008-03-07T23:12:00.003+08:00

I don't believe in best of both worlds.. here's why:

Beautiful and Smart - never came across

Rich and Generous - mostly stingy bunch, guess that's how they became rich. they spend on themselves

High flyer and family person - which would you prefer?

High pay and happy career - got to do what you are paid for

.. the lists go on..

I believe in contentment, happiness and not too hard on oneself. You are what you are.

Partial deaf

2008-03-04T22:40:00.002+08:00

Now I know the feeling of being deaf. I got an infection and lots of wax on my left ear. Got blocked too in the mornings when I wake up. People got to speak on my right ear before I can respond. Doc said I need about 8 days to recover, otherwise there will be a minor operation to remove the dead skin and wax.

I am feeling lost and yesterday, I saw a toddler with 2 ear hearing aids. Life is not normal if you cannot hear well. Imagine all the words they tried to communicate to them. I am exactly feeling that way now.

Greek Masterpieces from the Louvre

2008-03-02T10:05:00.000+08:00

We went to the National Museum of Singapore to see the Greek Masterpieces from the Louvre. There are 130 sculptures, figurines, reliefs, vases, jewellery and implements to see an overview of the Greek civilisation at its political and artistic height in the Classical period (5th to 4th centuries BCE).

It is worth visiting the museum if you do not have the budget to visit the actual Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The exhibits will end on 16 March 2008 so that is still a chance now. I am not artistic myself. I have been to the Louvre 3 years ago and the place is huge. I could not finished walking around within 2 hours there.

My flowers

2008-02-29T13:40:00.000+08:00

These are nicely grown on my balcony. They grew in a bunch and many at the same time. They grew round my frame and sometimes i wonder my house will be bored and colourless without them..

Pong Pong Flower

2008-02-27T23:13:00.000+08:00

I am truly amazed. How come I never seen them before? These plants are just next to the bus stop! Am I pacing too fast? Am I blind? Am I what? Or I just could not care about things around me?

Time to look around what I have been missing all these times....

Flowers

2008-02-26T22:46:00.000+08:00

Flowers that I received from our anniversaries in 2007. I have told him to try other flowers...