precious memories

2010-07-18T20:41:00.001+08:00

Have been blogging at http://ohdeartales.livejournal.com lately. I might just migrate there permanently.

2010-07-14T21:44:00.003+08:00

This space is getting really boring Growing to dislike the page, the layouts and all but lazy to get it changed. Why not switch to livejournal because lj cut it one of the best thing on earth? Just let me slack for awhile before moving on to other things. Am planning to go for Japanese buffet this Saturday =) boyfriend can never reject my offers. Tralala~

Oh yes! Our overseas trip probably won't work out but we are going on a vacation in sunny Singapore or what they call stay-cation or something. As long as I get to take a day off and plonk myself in a hotel, I'm going to be a happy kid. Desperate huh? And the reason for the change is due to the sudden leap in the price of air ticket to Krabi. AGAIN!

Can't wait to get all the clothes I have bought online. What a long, long wait for some...

free & easy

2010-07-07T21:48:00.003+08:00

My next holiday trip seems like decades away. My patience is running so low such that I'm tempted to book tickets for a trip in August. Perhaps Krabi or Bangkok. I find preparing for a F&E overseas trip highly enjoyable and the journey is always so pleasant - even if it isn't, it is your own choice!

I love checking the price of air tickets. I love browsing through the different hotels, their facilities and pricing. I love looking at the attractions via webby and forums. I love coming up with my own itinerary and being ok with not having to follow it 100%. Please please please let this trip come true. I just told boyfriend "I'm craving HOLIDAY!"

Temptations are everywhere. I wish I have all the money in the world sometimes... Nah! Can I opt for all the time in the world to spend at home?

2010-07-05T21:54:00.002+08:00

Damn! Why do plans always get spoilt? We had planned to go to Barnacles at Sentosa for boyfriend's birthday dinner but now, it is under renovation!!!

How now brown cow?

Maybe we can spend more on a seafood buffet dinner instead. Hee! Discuss with him again later. Okok! It's more than a month away but if I don't plan, we are going to do nothing for his birthday, again =P

2010-07-04T21:09:00.004+08:00

Is there a week whereby I won't dread the arrival of Monday? Despite the generally fun vibe at work (as compared to many other jobs), I still have my fair share of Monday Blues. C'mon! My kids have it too.

I saw a child from my school at Jacob Ballas Children Garden just now. I bet he wish tomorrow doesn't come either! If only our wishes could come true... To make things worse, I have tuition tomorrow night and I am working at 8.30am!!!

Here are pictures taken at YakiYakiBo last Saturday:

food

Oh yes! We had lunch at Adam Road FC this afternoon, queuing for one of the longest time we ever did for hawker food. Wanted to try it the previous time we were there but food were running out. So despite the super long queue, we decided to have Selera Rasa Nasi Lemak. In the end, it dawn to us that queuing is a super waste of time cos the food is quite tasteless except for the chili.

Good night. I am feeling tired every night...

I WANT TO GO OVERSEAS!

Friday is coming!

2010-07-01T21:26:00.003+08:00

It's FRIDAY in a couple of hours again =) and I am stuck at what to do again. Why is Friday the toughest to plan??? And with nature being our current theme, we are going to Hort Park next Thursday! Perhaps I can go to Jacob Ballas this Saturday/Sunday and see if it is suitable for my little ones as well.

us at YakiYaki Bo on Saturday!

Ok! Tomorrow we can do leaves printing!!! Haha! Sometimes I am wondering if I am working on things that are too difficult for my little ones. We have been observing the changes in wilting flower and now I want them to look at leaf veins. But I think they will enjoy any activities with paint. LALA!

You know what! I was thinking about my 4 days at a particular CC and how different it has been with my experiences now. I have been here for 2 months and I have never felt the tiredness I did back then. Surprise Surprise! But the thing is, I am not mixing well with my colleagues. I don't know, probably age differences. Probably just me. Sigh...

2010-06-27T22:37:00.002+08:00

For having been on a non-Japanese food diet for what seems like 2 months, we had it for two consecutive days =) Once at Yaki Yaki Bo at Jurong Point yesterday and dinner tonight at Jurong Hilltop Restaurant. Nice! The food at Hilltop Restaurant is just so yummilicious but the chef we had today was alil too rushed or maybe just too careless.

Oh yes! And I cooked dinner last night. Recipes from Noobcook again. We had:

Orange Chicken Kebabs
Just that mine wasn't kebabs style but stir fried cos I find it troublesome to have to put them into a stick and all. Taste pretty good though I got alittle carried away with some of the sauces. Hee.

Fried Tom Yum Seafood Bee Hoon
Mine was over watery and the BeeHoon got into very very small pieces. But the taste is pretty good =) Maybe I can try again next time cos I still have alot of tom yum paste left.

Microwaved Potatoes
Mine is oven-baked so it takes around 30-40 minutes but they love it =) Alot of parsley and blackpepper corn left so, will be cooking this often. Super simple dish!

Goodnight!

2010-06-26T11:26:00.002+08:00

Wow! ECH girls are indeed hardworking. I dragged my lappy and stuff down to Ngee Ann's library to work on my next term lessons and am surprised to see quite a couple of girls working on their assignments. I checked this morning and it's suppose to be their vacation week. WOAH!

Pretty obvious, I am not focused on what I am suppose to do and... I'm freezing and craving for a cup of hot chocolate. Maybe I can head over to Jurong Point earlier to meet boyfriend =) I so wish to be able to loan the books home and read.

My pay is in again! YAY! Gonna set up a UOB account later =)

2010-06-25T21:28:00.003+08:00

Anyone wants to buy my clothes???

BonitoChico Empire Summer Tube Top
Made with silicon "bone" lining the top to give it its structured look.
Extremely gorgeous top and a must have this season!
ptp 13" to 16"/17" down 18.5"
Wore twice, selling at $20 mailed

BonitoChico One-Piece Tuxedo Dress
really gorgeous piece but pity I do not have any occasion to flaunt it.
Inner piece is made of soft satin
(Outer black portion is made of structured cotton)
Measures 14" to 16'' PTP (stretchy), 32.5" Down
BNIB, selling at $26 mailed

HerVelvetVase Ralph Lauren Inspired Shirt Dress
Pale nude & white striped shirt/Navy skirt
Functional buttons down front
Inner lining for skirt area
Functional buttons; front zip; smocked back
PTP 16.5 – 18.5 inches, Length 33.5 inches
Length of sleeves: 23.5 inches, Waist: 12.5 – 14.3 inches
Worn once for a couple of hours, selling at $25 mailed

All are wonderful pieces but I really don't have much chances to wear them. Should no let such beautiful clothes gone to waste in my wardrobe. Maybe can post it up on LLL site...

TGIF!

2010-06-24T20:06:00.006+08:00

Weekend is coming again!!! But I'm not too sure what to do with the kids tomorrow (again). The last day of their holiday programme, can I do something fun but not too messy? We had finger painting, cookies and today, OOBLECK!

Anyway, today I approached a parent for a casual chat =) But I had to run through the lines a couple of times before I went towards him... Am thinking of setting up a class blog so that parents can see what the children are doing in school, perhaps on a weekly basis. Cos if I do it daily, I think I will collapse.

Oh dear! That's remind me that I have been slacking on my extra job. ARG!!!

-- ♥ --

Last Saturday, I had tuition in the morning and we laze around at home before going out at 3pm. Alright. I took a long long long time to prepare, as always. I'm deprive of such dilly-dalliness during normal weekdays!!! I have even stopped blow drying my hair, let alone straightening them.

love my new dorothy perkins dress =) CHEAP CHEAP!

waiting for bus

Booked our tickets at home for an evening movie at Marina GV so we went to Max Brenner Chocolate Bar for tea first =D YAY! Another one off the list. Boyfriend commented that it is such a sinful treat but for me, it's shiokness!

waiting for our food =)

the interior

Marshmallow hot chocolate (dark) - not too bad and melting marshmallows in your mouth is just so sinfully sweet

cheeky boyfriend ordered Chocolate Pizza which is so fattening!

Chocolate Souffle for me - nice!

Love chocolatey treats

After movie (Karate Kid), I made boyfriend walk to Helix Bridge but not before dropping by Singapore Flyer to get mashed potato from ... ... Popeye!

the place was so so so crowded!

TaBao and ate it alfresco style. Romantic right?

best part, fireworks came up after we finish our food =) we were totally caught off guard so just a shot of it.

Marina Bay Sand

well, if you could see a faint image of the building...

Helix Bridge - we really just walk into it and walk out... LAZY!

good night!

mummy, I am still the little girl 20 years ago...

2010-06-21T22:31:00.003+08:00

Oh yes! Tomorrow is Tuesday and there is nothing much to be happy about. Probably except for the fact that I am finally back to my 9-5 shift!!! I love 9-5 shift more than alot more things =) IBut it is not as if I could stop going to work. Sometimes I really wish I could lie on bed and wake up to a holiday! Even if it is a day (maybe 30 days is better) lazing around at home. It's really sad (very very!) to know that I am not going to get that sort of life anymore.

I think one part of my job that is troubling me is communicating with people. I am a quiet person, simple as that. If you know me well enough, you know I don't make small talks and I haven't change a single thing about it. And if you don't know me well enough, yes, I'm anti social. But, at least I am open about it.

But my job is about making a lot of small talks all the time!!! Okay, important small talks. I really really need to work on it, whether I like it or not.

I just had coffee and is going to sleep soon =D

Why isn't it "Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday"???

another milestone met

2010-06-20T12:37:00.007+08:00

The pictures pretty much sum it up. Click for bigger images =)

2010-06-19T13:46:00.004+08:00

Photo blog of tea at Prive with boyfriend, mummy, kor and girlfriend. Today's Saturday! So Food Search Day it will be! Most prob, Ma Brenner Chocolate Bar later =D

Prive Bakery Cafe
Address:
2 Keppel Bay Vista
GF Marina at Keppel Bay
Tel: +65 6776 0777

Open daily 9am

Cappuccino

Mummy's Walnut Napoleon

Mocha

Kor's girlfriend blueberry cheesecake

Boyfriend's peanut butter chocolate cake - SWEEEET

All-time-favourite: Chocolate Tart

Kor and girlfriend

Lazy Sunday indeed =)

2010-06-17T22:51:00.005+08:00

Being Food Search Day (Saturday), we went out for brunch at Jolly Frog Gourmet Bistro Bar. Quite a nice little place which is alittle out of the way, if only it is located at Rail Mall...

Jolly Frog Gourmet Bistro Bar
81 Neil Road
Sun - Thu 9am - 11pm
Fri - Sat 9am – 1am

on the way

no regrets for not buying him electronic gadgets, seriously. He is a game addict!!!

waiting for food =)

pretty daisy at each table

indoor dining

outdoor

ice mocha

wedges! Hot and crispy =D

Boyfriend's favourite at every restaurant - their biggest breakfast set

egg benedict - instead of muffin, they use wholemeal bread

For having gained weight, we decided to do some exercising. And the most enjoyable one for me? Cycling at East Coast Park!

wore my hat out =)

camwhore alittle at our favourite spot

More photos up soon - Prive and graduation!

2010-06-17T08:06:00.003+08:00

I just totally want to laze at home the whole day and not do a single shit thing! I'm losing my faith in my own choice of career (again?). I always question why people choose to work in the office for the rest of their life but now I realize, it's the easiest way out. But do I want to be like them?

I really don't want but being a teacher is on top of everything, challenging. Got to prepare for work now.

2010-06-13T23:02:00.002+08:00

Weekend seems to pass like bullet train! But the journey is always good and fun. Went to one of my to-visit-breakfast place on Saturday morning, went cycling, watched World Cup and had Baked Chocolate Tart at Prive this afternoon =)

Thin wallet follows such luxurious lifestyle. Can't wait for next payday. Photos up soon, definitely.

Going to put mask now...

2010-06-08T19:54:00.004+08:00

I hit a rough patch today because of all little bad things add up. I think I need to learn to take things more lightly (as if I'm not easy-going enough) in a different way I mean. People at work are really (generally) nice and though I am so quite a sotong, my principal still can joke with me about it la. It really makes me feel so much better. Hope tomorrow lesson with the kids will be a better one.

Saturday is currently known as our Food Search Day =) I gained a couple of kilos on just Saturday's feasting, nothing to be happy about because I have hit 50kg!!! YIKES! First was brunch at Food for Thought @ Queen Street.

Boyfriend's Crispy Curry Chicken. Was telling him about the huge serving of a particular dish and we reckon it's this. The fried chicken coupled with curry taste is pretty awesome =) Like!

My breakfast set - Full Work. A few set choices or you can choose what you want separately. Greedy me decided to get the biggest set, thinking that the serving would be alright.

The food is fairly good and although it is not really cheap, it is considerably value for money given the huge serving. Oh yes! I ordered their Hot Chocolate and given the choice of Milk Choco and Dark Choco, I chose the latter of course. And it came tasting milky =( major disappointment. Despite the food, I don't think I will go back often because it is such a busy place, I feel bad for wanting to stay and relax there. I miss Prive badly.

Wanted to bring boyfriend to Children Little Museum as I read about it lately and thought it's a new place. But, it's not and we have actually been there. For both trip, we didn't get to go to the second level so might consider goin back again when we feeling camwhoring =D

cute robot outside Children Little Museum

VESPA!

spotted a cute bear shop =D

going to catch a big one!

Had dinner at Bukit Timah with Yvonne and Ivan. Frog porridge =D Wanted to have dessert at Tong Shui but it has close down. Ivan got the car and we had dessert-turn-supper at Sugar Granny Cafe.

Nai Nai Man Tou!

Sticky Muah Chee (Peanut)

Sticky Muah Chee (Red Bean)

Mixed Fruit Sago

Another new yet prospering eatery. Might consider trying their mango dessert next time...

2010-06-04T20:26:00.004+08:00

Blog post 801th is about boyfriend's return to Singapore which turn out to be quite a feasting day =) dinner at Adam Food Court because... I wanted to have dessert at Cluny Court =D

mee rebus!

TaDa! 3-inch-sin

molten chocolate cake

and the mini-s: peanut butter, bitter orange (quite nice) and i-think-is-hazelnut.

Where's next tomorrow??? HAHA!!

2010-05-29T09:26:00.002+08:00

So next week's theme is about Malay cultural and stuff because it's one of the cultural week. And I'm like LOST again because I really don't know what to do with the kids. Hope I can managed to find some Malay folktales and think of some craft activities for them. Oh yes! I must go and memorize the Malay songs that they are goin to teach the children. I'm a language retard =(

And I need to work on their portfolio stuff today. No slacking, no slacking. Maybe bring my laptop out to the library so that I can enjoy some aircon while working hard. And not that much of a distraction though the TV doesn't really do much to me these days. It's the computer.

Guess what? I'm becoming a Iphone convert as of this afternoon. My phone will arrive anytime from 2-5pm so I can't go out shopping or anything. Giving the bbq a miss too cos I'm worried about my workload.

Yesterday was such a great day meeting up with the girls. It was like coffee then dinner and coffee again and I got gifts from them. Gifts from Korea, Taiwan and Hongkong! Hope Crystal upload her photos soon...

It's just a very boring blog post. Bye!

2010-05-27T19:39:00.002+08:00

It's going to be my first official PH tomorrow since working =D And gonna be a good long weekend with a fair share of work and leisure activities. I am so missing boyfriend who is currently enjoying himself at Taiwan night market. SUPER ENVIOUS!!!

Hope he comes back with some great photographs. I seriously can't stop snacking these days, I think I need to go for a run tomorrow morning.

2010-05-25T21:17:00.004+08:00

I really need to learn things fast and to be more responsible of the nitty gritty things in work because I am a full-time staff and those are within my job scopes among all other things. Damn! It's really hard you know. To move from being a student-teacher to be a real real real teacher. I seriously need to brush up our my classroom management because I just sucks at it. And I knew it the very day I step into a childcare in Year 1. My kids are an adorable bunch but they can be quite a handful too.

I am thankful for all the help I have received and I love the fact that I have an aunty in my class to help me with the kids so that I can concentrate on just a couple during activities. Grateful that I do not have to work on their portfolio as yet because I am pretty new. But I do have a couple of things to share if necessary because these kids are just amazing sometimes.

Like just now. We were playing with dough and a boy wanted to push the dough out from a tube. Some materials were missing and I told him to wait for his friend to finish with the "pusher thingy". 2 minutes later, he used a roller to push his dough out and said "Teacher Qiaoyi, see!". Creative? 100%.

They are so young but they can always do things to make us smile (and frown, definitely) effortlessly. Randomly saying "I love you, Teacher Qiaoyi" and coming over to give me a hug before I go home. But sometimes you know that some of them just do it because their friends did and they want to "join in". Whatever! I still love them =D

I can't wait to get my Lumix back so that I can bring it to work. I don't really like sharing camera. Damn selfish it sounds but no. I just keep taking pictures but forget to load them into my computer, the teacher move it into hers. And I damn worried that my lousy memory will kick in and I forgot why I even took some photos. Gonna bring my laptop to work tml!

Just felt like sharing some photos of Phuket but doing up an entire entry on Day 4 is too taxing. Here is beautiful Khai Island for you. I just realise that we didn't asked people to help us take a photo here. WASTED!!! Nvm. Lets go there again and just this island alone.

love longtail boat =D

2010-05-23T21:17:00.002+08:00

I kind of, actually badly, want to get out of Singapore. I don't know, I just want to escape. I am really wondering if I should stick to my profession because I don't know if I am really capable of things I thought I would be. Part of me feel that I am under-performing yet I have not gain the momentum to get things on the right track. I want to have a fun session with my kids tomorrow!!! What can I do? =(

don't we always need something to cheer us up? (credits klaraaaa)

Free & easy Phuket Island!

2010-05-22T09:56:00.012+08:00

Day 3 @ Phuket Island

Rented a jeep to travel around Phuket Island on our own at 800baht (CHEAP!) They didn't even check for relevant documentation like driving license. I'm not saying that it's a good thing just that, it's easy to rent a vehicle out there. With my oh-so-good navigation skills and his rusty driving skills, we went to conquer Phuket Island. Daring indeed.

Waiting for our jeep =)

think we were looking for a petrol kiosk. S T R E S S . . .

driving along one of the beaches

going downhill - really awesome view at some point

Went to Ton-Sai Waterfall (at some national park of theirs) after random driving around.

no map, nothing at all --> LOST

totally not dressed for the occasion.

teeny weeny bit of the waterfall we managed to capture

with our jeep =)

off we go!

super hot and sweaty after "trekking"

LUNCH - wished I did more research on Phuket Town so that we didn't have to dine at KFC. Singapore's KFC is much nicer but they serve awesome Ice Coffee - damn sweet (I like!)

Drive back to Patong to book our Day 5 ATV and took a stroll around the area again...

Shopping mall we love

On the road again... Cannot waste the petrol cos we top up ALOT.

Wat Chalong

Next up: Big Buddha on the top of the big hill/small mountain.

View from up above.

Building in progress though already magnificent.

We could actually see the statue from Kata area if we look closely. It's that high up and that big.

Drove about 2-3 minutes to a restaurant on the hill for dinner and to catch the awesome sunset. Such a beautiful way to end the day. Thought that the meal would cost us a bomb because of it's superb strategic location but no. It's in fact one of our cheapest meal but the food is alittle too salty.

the sun is setting...

bye!

Gonna cook black pepper prawn tonight =D thinking of bringing my mum to the Resorts World.

2010-05-19T22:10:00.002+08:00

Really a non-stop online shopping day for me. Has been looking forward to Agneselle's launch cos I love the chiffon top!!! But as usual (seriously, nothing new) I don't think I will get it though I comment for it at like 8.02/8.03pm. I think even a split second makes a big difference here. The next minute, yupei sent a cutie fashion spree to me and I made a list of to-buys!!! Will check back tml on it's latest launch. Hee!

Being crop at home and the work is making me going crazy about shopping. I had wanted to do it after I get my pay but... Forget it!

cute! I want to get this but I rather go to concrete shop to purchase them. photo from http://hauteurban-spree.blogspot.com/2007/11/flats.html (don't say I didn't warn about it. They have alot alot alot of spree items!)

Going to watch 'The Last Song' this Friday. YAYNESS!!! Gonna convince them to dine at Aston's to satisfy my craving.

Let the week end in a happy note =D

2010-05-17T22:01:00.002+08:00

Monday is not so bad, surprisingly. No, my lesson and storytelling didn't went through like a perfect story but they went fine. Just that... I don't know what to do tml!!! Even though tml's session gonna be a short one due to their creative movement session.

My laptop is like my new boyfriend. We spend so much time together... And every night, I log off not knowing exactly what I have done for the entire time. You have definitely charmed me. I need to get more organized! I don't really like it but I know I have to. I want to learn a couple of dishes before boyfriend gets back so that I can "perform" for him =)

I have to minimize bringing work (lesson planning included) home.

I'm dying for more snacks but my throat is getting dry =(

2010-05-14T22:25:00.002+08:00

More than 2 weeks to his return...

I am having a pretty bad Friday...

Tomorrow is Saturday but I have to work!

No. Not happy at all =(

I just talked to boyfriend like he is my children in school this morning. And the children in my school, they are 3 years old. But boyfriend just showed a perfect example of not listening to what I have told him. I told him I won't attend calls when I'm at work and he called me twice in the morning, once in the afternoon! And still dare to tell me that it is charged by per minute, should talk longer. Dear, if I am working in an office, I talk to you for 10 minutes also can but I am in school!!!

Starting to doubt myself already. Pull hair!

headache over free stuffs

2010-05-09T16:20:00.003+08:00

Why don't I redeem my free miles by flying to Taiwan on 28th and come back on 30th with boyfriend? Haha!

Racking my brain as to how I am going to utilize my limited free miles and this is the cheapest deal. Just that I don't know if they let me fly on a public holiday and in such short notice. But I'll have to fly alone, travel alone and lastly!!! SLEEP ALONE =( Anyone wants to go with me? I fly SIA and you pay your own air ticket =P

If not I bring boyfriend to Hongkong in August and that is $1000 for air ticket and accommodation for just 3D2N... But flying via SIA Airbus A380 =)

eh.. Wait a minute! I can't go now because I'm penniless. Can I borrow money to go??? Or fly there early in the morning and come back at night - save on accommodation. I am sounding more and more insane.

Phuket!

2010-05-08T17:04:00.007+08:00

So here is my post on Phuket Day 1 and Day 2. We booked our flight directly from Tiger Airway at approximately SGD$300 for 2 and our rooms are booked through agoda (i love agoda!) at USD 216.96 for a 4 night stay. $300 bucks per person for air tickets and accomodation is pretty reasonable for me and for the room we had, it was super value for money!

DAY 1

bedroom . bathroom . toiletries .
television . balcony . my favourite dress-up table

Our Deluxe Room at Avista which is as good as we see it online and their housekeeping is simply remarkable. Although the staff speak only minimal English, we didn't have too much of a problem communicating

bazaar opposite Jungceylon . wet market . wet market .
. Mr Macdonald outside Jungceylon .

Took the hotel free shuttle bus to Patong and explored the place quite aimlessly.

lunch at Fuji Restaurant - bad bad food and the most expensive meal we had in Phuket

. tour package stall . fruit stall . mobile food stall .

. along Patong Beach .

Walked towards the beach which was pretty crowded with alot alot alot of sun bed. Hurt my foot when I knocked into a screw protruding out of nowhere along the road side!!! Didn't think much of it until blood began to stream down and my tiny plaster became useless. But Phuket has lots of pharmacy and there was one just across the street. With blood streaming down, I hobbled over with boyfriend to get bigger plaster and antiseptic cream. And for the next week, I was limping because I didn't dare to step on my wound and I became especially careful when walking in Phuket.

Chocolate fondue at Swensens (Jungceylon)

Mood not affected at all and continue exploring part of Patong. But the freaking hot weather chased us back to Jungceylon where we shopped at Robinson (and got nothing) and CARREFOUR! Dragged our 6 litre mineral water to Swensens with us to enjoy some ice cream =)

tuk-tuk back to hotel =)

Public transport in Phuket is horrid and the only way from Patong back to Kata, where Avista is located, we had to take taxi or tuk-tuk. Both are priced at 400Baht and I decided to take tuk-tuk because it seems fun but boyfriend says India's is much more exciting.

massage and tea at Mook Massager

Took a short rest back at hotel and went to their game room to have a game of pool. Read about Mook Massager because leaving for Phuket so decided to give it a try. Pricing is similar to those massage parlour in Kata but the ambience is superb and they served tea at the end of our massage.

the famous banana chocolate pancake!

. lychee drink . chicken sateh . pad thai .
. tom yam goong . fried rice .

Didn't know what to have for dinner so we followed our instincts and went into this "Outdoor Restaurant" which is actually pretty empty - only a couple of ang mohs. Nothing worth recommending here.

good night note for us =)

DAY 2

us up bright and early!

Waited for our transfer to Ao Po Pier for some island-hopping! But the driver probably got very lost looking for everyone, we were very very late and he went round and round Patong looking for just one hotel. The tour package we took was 900Baht per person from the stall as seen in Day 1 (opposite Jungceylon).

on our so-called luxury boat

The boat must have met its maximum capacity and those so-called high class people are more kiasu than me (a true Singaporean). Being the last to board the boat, we "suffered" under the sun with no choice. But the view we had were great =)

first stop: Panak Island via canoe

Two to a canoe with a guide to bring us into the mangrove area. From outside, it seems like a complete hill but inside, it's "hollow. Pretty cool!

canoe on our own

Hong Island

James Bond Island

We only managed to visit three islands because they were really really far away. The first two islands were pretty good but the oh-so-famous James Bond Island is boorrring! The bat cave is super smelly but people just keep going in.

fairly good view

awesome sunset at Kata Beach

Freshen up at our hotel and went for a walk along Kata Beach which is complete different from Patong Beach. It can totally bring you to a state of being serene. Explored Kata area before heading back for dinner at a food centre near our hotel.

. papaya salad . tom yam goong .
. pineapple fried rice . i-don't-know-the-name .

Would recommend having meals at this place. Quite reasonably priced and the food are good. I found this place online and the person called it "Kata Food Centre" but the sign board says "FAST FOOD". Confusing. But we confirmed its location as it is the only eatery at the north end of Club Med and it is pretty near our hotel. There are 6 different stall owners but the food are pretty much the same.

YAY to more food to look forward to!

2010-05-08T10:56:00.003+08:00

With 3 free weekends upcoming, you can expect me to do alot more food search online! I always find alot of restaurants to go to but always procrastinate about going because they are all so inconvenient. Must make the effort to travel more in future!

1. Found this place while blog-hopping: Jolly Frog Gourmet Bistro Bar. Heard that they serve all-day breakfast on weekend! I like =)

2. Food For Thought (Queen Street) Finally somewhere accessible and there is another outlet opposite National Library. Breakfast items available till 5.30pm.

Oh dear! I'm terribly hungry now and looking at all these food, my stomach can't help but rumble away. Shall wash up and get some sinful laksa to satisfy my hungry soul. 3 weeks is freaky long =(

*side track* Tried dim sum at Wen Dao Shi 搵到食 with brother when boyfriend was in India. Even though it's open 24 hours a day, the place was really crowded when I went. Must be earning alot but standard of food still is pretty good. Their drinks are served in plastic containers which is quite a funny sight but not easy to hold. Sian! Now boyfriend and brother are in Taiwan, nobody to bring me out to eat =( by that I mean bring me out to eat plus pay the bill =P

2010-05-06T22:39:00.002+08:00

Am considering getting a HTC HD Mini even though the answer I always get from people for the should-get-new phone is.... none other than the famous IPHONE! But HTC is getting more recognized lately with wider user base. Even my brother, a hardcore Nokia fan, is using a HTC phone. Don't HTC Mini look pretty? Haha! My number 1 consideration when it comes to a electronic gadget.

Will do a Phuket highlight entry next week, after I get my new spectacles. Wearing this taped spectacles is really irritating and I hope it wont affect my eyesight because it's not in the most ideal position most of the time. Lasik soon?

TML IS FRIDAY! Nothing to be especially happy about though.

2010-05-04T23:11:00.002+08:00

Why is it that when one is poor, super suay-ness will follow suit? My phone is failing me with its eccentric battery. My spectacles snapped last night while I was trying to remove it. How can these things happen at almost the same period of time? They are not the cheapest thing on earth to replace and I haven't even work to pay them off.

People always tell me that the first pay is usually gone in a blink and I nodded in agreement because I know I have to give some treats. BUT!!! Now with additional expenses like a new phone and a spectacles (which I totally can't survive without though I don't leave home without them - I'm suffering as I'm typing this!!!), I will be broke again. I want to claim some money from my dad!!!

Is this adulthood? I don't really like it.

But first day of work is pretty alright just that I need to train myself to be more observant and reflective while on-the-go! Oh yes! Boyfriend is leaving for Taiwan in a couple of hours. Seriously, do I need to face adulthood in such a manner??? Shall take a quick shower before calling him in case he sleeps till Pasir Ris.

movies are real life's fantasies

2010-05-02T22:19:00.002+08:00

While watching Iron Man 2 last night, the thought of working suddenly came to me. That means two thing. Number 1, I am really getting tensed up about work maybe because I am worrying myself with too much responsibilities. Yep. Even before I even step into it. Number 2, the show is boring. Lets say if the show is 100 minutes, only 20 minutes of the show is worthy of the $10.50 tickets. But surprisingly, I didn't doze off in the cinema though I am so good at it when it comes to Marvel movies.

Would recommend Ip Man 2 more because of the fair share of high and low in climax throughout of the show and a considerable amount of humor injected.

in between our movie marathon!

Hair Mask =)

2010-04-29T09:57:00.005+08:00

I totally feel the need to recommend this to whoever will read this. I bought SunSilk Hair Fall Control Mask super long ago but chuck it away in my cardboard, as usual. Hoping that my hair will look damn good in Phuket, i took it out to use one week before my trip. And I use it EVERYDAY! Good thing I did, because my hair was so manageable while overseas. But I decided to cut down to 1 time every 2 days if not my hair will get addicted to it.

My hair is definitely more tame and smooth and the best thing? Less hair fall while washing my hair!!! Thanks for helping me to not having to go to Beijing101 so soon.

See:

super love my hair now =) more Phuket photos on Facebook!

The hair mask is the small bottle on the right:

Kuching trip in October BOOKED! SUPER CHEAP =)

2010-04-26T16:57:00.003+08:00

It feels really good to be away from our homeland. No, I'm not saying that I do not love Singapore. In fact, I think trips away make me treasure what I have in Singapore more. No matter how great the holiday is.

Looking forward to overseas with family in October and friends in December. For now...

more Day 1 pictures at the land of smiles v.1

2010-04-19T18:15:00.003+08:00

hopes everything goes well during our trip. Gonna make sure all my necessary stuffs are packed, and my necessary stuff is ALOT compared to boyfriend. Initially I wanted to have a really exciting trip, now... I seriously don't mind lazing on the beach and doing nothing.

I am so glad I came home to rest because I totally KO just now. 40 minutes of power nap turned 1.5 hours. Haha! I didn't exactly sleep very little lately just that none of them met my 8 hours mark. Saturday I woke up damn early though I had nothing on for the morning. Then yesterday... boyfriend very nicely woke me up for breakfast and left me waiting for an hour plus, with my growling stomach!

Ought to rest well tonight to be ready for our trip!

pretty flower at Bontanic Garden. Lovely day with the lovely girls =)

Amazing Race indeed.

2010-04-16T23:57:00.003+08:00

Today is Wheelock Amazing Race at Sentosa.

My team completed second, can you believe it?

I can't even believe I could finish the race.

Never ran so much in a day, and never will again.

Gonna be stuck on bed tomorrow, definitely.

But still it was a good experience today. TOTALLY

f r e e dom

2010-04-15T23:18:00.002+08:00

I'm officially going to lead a carefree life for umm... the next 3 weeks =) How does it feel to really really finish my school years? Disbelief! Like seriously, I don't need to study anymore???

Wore the new top I bought from VoguishPrincess on Monday. Cutesy look!

Had our dinner at Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao @ Suntec City last Saturday, in between our movie marathon =) boyfriend was craving for Chinese food (if not we would have eaten Jap! haha!) and I remembered people telling me that the Xiao Long Bao at Crytal Jade is better than Din Tai Feng...

boyfriend's sweet and sour noodle. Soup base/sauce is alright but the noodle is not nice at all. I think they want people to eat their la mian, that's why.

I had prawn dumpling with la mian which we agreed is much nicer than the noodle. But the dumpling contains too much of skin and is not 100% prawn filling =(

NICE! Thin skin, smooth meat filling. The way I like it though I recently read that original Xiao Long Bao from China actually use thick skins.

Meat dumpling in SiChuan sauce. Super oily, thick skins and tasteless fillings.

Verdict: Only worth visiting for Xiao Long Bao!

Wedding bells, not!

2010-04-13T17:48:00.002+08:00

Boyfriend's jaws will drop if he sees what I have been doing. Going into forums looking at wedding packages, outdoor solemnisation, wedding favours and stuff. Looking at them makes me feel excited about embarking on a new phrase in life. But I can't do it right now la. I need to be finanically capable and need to be with someone ready to embark on the new journey with me. You should just see boyfriend's face whenever I mention marriage and the dead silence that follows. Haha! Have been teasing him with the topic. But seriously, if I am still doing the same teasing when I am like... 25, you better have some response, because I will probably be expecting something.

Even though I am not into the whole marriage thing now, I still have some visualization of mine =) I don't want to go for overseas photoshoot because it seems meaningless to me. It's not like it is somewhere especially special for us. Everyone is going to Taiwan for wedding photoshoot and Idy. Perhaps we could try something like this: http://ohdearphotography.com/

This is really one comprehensive website for brides-to-be! http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/

Going to have a early night and welcome my last day of school =)

2010-04-12T17:37:00.003+08:00

Left with one last class to go before I bid goodbye to my title as a full-time student. Somebody must have fooled around with the clock or something. How can it be over so soon? How could I have finished my Wheelock course and have travelled to Boston and back all so quickly?

We always say that the next door of opportunity will open when one closes, pretty true. I am starting work in 3 weeks time at a wonderful place =) The thought of going to such an awesome place makes me feel good but the nervousness in me cannot be hidden. I just have to keep reminding myself that I am damn lucky and I ought to be thankful for chancing upon the newspaper advertisement and being so courageous on that very day.

Enough of school and work. I mentioned that I was craving for Japanese curry, didn't I? So I whipped up a hearty meal last Friday, I am so proud of myself!!! Haha! Japanese curry is one super easy dish =) but something is wrong is the serving size, I ended up cooking enough for 10 people! So boyfriend and I had it for Saturday lunch. Japanese curry, ham & cheese omelette with rice/noodle. Slurp!

Yummy yummy!

Recipe from http://www.noobcook.com/2010/04/03/japanese-curry/ Can't wait to try out the different dishes on the website. Oh yes! S&B Curry Sauce Mix can be purchased at NTUC for $5.30 or $4.90 at Giant. So I pick up another pack from Gaint yesterday=P Japanese has interesting way of packaging. The red boxes are the "mild hot", green boxes are "medium hot" and blue boxes are "hot". And for not reading the labels properly, I bought the blue one first time round which my mummy found too spicy (she can't take spicy food).

Like I said, one last lesson to go and that means, I still have assignment to complete. Got to work on my research now!

Kuriya @ Raffles City

2010-04-08T21:13:00.003+08:00

Doesn't every single picture taken on bus look the same?

Just wanted to share a Japanese restaurant which we visited over the weekend. Haha! We don't get tired of Japanese food. Well, at least I don't. In fact, I am craving for Japanese curry right now.

Kuriya @ Raffles City

252 North Bridge Road

#B1-06/07 Raffles City Shopping Centre

Opening Hours:

Mon–Sun12pm–2.30pm, 6pm–10pm

I think the timing reflected on HGW is not very accurate cos we patronise the restaurant in the late afternoon. I read good reviews about this place the night before but to my surprise, the restaurant was barely filled (only one other table).

it all looks good!

We ordered a set each. I had the April special Sakura set which came with choice of (1)Cold Soba, Hot Soba or Udon; (2) Mixed Tempura; (3) Salmon Sashimi; (4) Sushi; (5) teriyaki beef - i think. Oh! And a crepe as dessert =) All these for $27.90++ which I thought was pretty value for money [but we won't be able to afford this often].

Took the Cold Soba. My 2nd time having soba, so I don't think I am in good position to comment about it. But I did exchanged it with boyfriend's Hot Soba in the end which he gladly gave me though he love it just as much =p

Yum!

The surface was cooked slightly before slicing - interesting way of serving. Although I do prefer the usual method, I must say that the sashimi is rather fresh and came with a teeny weeny bit of oil which was fine for me.

The Ebi Tempura is great, could still taste the crispiness after dipping it into the sauce.

Boyfriend had some chicken set or something. (1) Same choice of noodles; (2) Mixed Tempura; (3) Fried Chicken; (4) Tofu. And watermelon =) for just $19.90++

Boyfriend's Hot Soba!

Boyfriend love the sauce so much that he polished them off.

Dessert: Crepe (with fillings that taste alittle like... umm... the colorful kueh)

2010-04-07T21:40:00.001+08:00

It is only impossible when you believe it is.

Seeing some good photos on tumblr has made me happy again =) try it: http://papercutouts.tumblr.com/

2010-04-05T20:48:00.002+08:00

I finally visited the doctor after fighting the cough for a week and am feeling much better now =) hope I will survive tomorrow's presentation. Been sleeping alot lately cos I kept feeling sleepy from flu and stuff... And the medicine totally knock me out just now.

Will upload photos taken over the weekend @ Nuffnang Symposium. Didn't win the camera lo, damn sad! I want to get lucky in lucky draws!!! For now, I am going to sleep early again. Luxurious life? Ha!

15 days to holiday holiday =)

2010-04-04T15:44:00.002+08:00

A case of sore throat, running nose and a worn out body.

Hope all will be fine after a afternoon nap and popping my "most-beloved" medicine.

If not, I will see a doctor tml. Ok? Please let me be fine, I have been putting off the idea of seeing the doctor for a week. I don't really want to give in...

2010-03-30T10:24:00.003+08:00

I just met one of the polite-tess karung guni man ever!

However, I think politness doesn't work for karung guni man at all. And I wouldn't sell a thing to him even if I have to because of sensitive issue not to be said here. I am not that perfect enough to not judge, simply because I am not.

Feeling uber tired now and though it's a short week, it gonna be one tiring week working on projects. So not motivated to do the business plan and the thought of going to class later for presentation makes me feel worse. Coupled with the awful cough and sore throat I am having, I don't even feel like doing a single thing. I just want to stay home and hug myself to sleep!!!

Here is our Saturday =) Food hunt again!

Boyfriend order handroll set with tuna sashimi which came freshly cut =) I don't know if it was some psychological reasons or what, I thought the wasabi was alot nicer than those I had. Boyfriend had wanted to order cooked food but guess what?!? They didn't have them that day and the waitress didn't inform us about that until we send our order.

I ordered the sushi set which i didn't really really love or anything. The unagi came cold and hard =( Some of the rice are uneven mixed so we tasted more vinegar at some part. Perhaps we could just stick to Itacho Sushi =)

We braved through the glaring sun to Ann Siang Hill for this and that place was horribly small, crowded and had insufficient choices for me so we left without getting anything.

And for waking up super early that day, we went home at about 5pm.

Nuffnang Bloggers' Symposium Sponsored by Canon

2010-03-28T22:02:00.003+08:00

sym·po·si·um [ sym·po·si·ums or sym·po·si·a (-z-) ]
1. A meeting or conference for discussion of a topic, especially one in which the participants form an audience and make presentations

According to Wikipedia:

Symposium originally referred to a drinking party (the Greek verb sympotein means "to drink together") but has since come to refer to any academic conference, or a style of university class characterized by an openly discursive format, rather than a lecture and question–answer format.

Boyfriend asked what a symposium means and he was truly disappointed when I read Symposium originally referred to a drinking party but... ... Yep! Just note the "but". And he went "I would prefer if it was (you wouldn't need me to spell it out to know what he had in mind)".

Hope the session on Saturday will be a good one =)

2010-03-28T14:42:00.002+08:00

I don't need the weekend to come to an end, The Earth can stop for a moment. Well, if my command works for everything, wouldn't that be great? I just want to vacuum the floor and bathe but my relatives are still at my house. ARG!!! I don't like people affecting my schedule, but do i have a choice here?

If you ask me why I am in this field, I would say because being part of building the child's characters is a very important issue. Yesterday, I held the door for a little boy and his dad and the little boy said "thank you" to me without his dad prompting him to. Anyway, the dad didn't even appreciate my kind gesture. Duh! What is wrong? Hence, I think that kid has a very good teacher =P

Shall stop ranting and appreciate the things around me. One thing I have to get myself to do is to give compliments when there is good service. We are always so eager to complain, but so stingy with our compliments. I'm so guilty of it.

I really feel like BATHING!!!

2010-03-23T20:45:00.002+08:00

I had an awesome interview today! Seriously, I was damn happy when I walked out of the centre even though they didn't confirm me. Oh dear! The principal says she will call tomorrow to let me know, please let it be a YES!!! Anyway, the interview took 2 hours (pretty long) but it was so rewarding on my side.

It was my honor to see their learning environment and to be deemed as a suitable candidate. Blame the pay part I guess but I should not let my emotions get to me too much that I forget about the basis survival needs.

Boyfriend is going to board the plane back to Singapore soon! Like a few hours time, i guess. If only i have a driving license, I will be able to drive kor's car to the airport (he went to Phuket). But obviously, I can't. BLAH! I need a voice-automated car =)

The weather is really trying all it can to put me down - it rained right before i was heading for interviews two times in a row. But, lets keep the optimism high! This week is getting better and better, loving it~

2010-03-22T20:55:00.002+08:00

Had a very bad feeling about today while I was on bed last night. As much as I want it to come (because that means boyfriend is coming back soon), I was kind of afraid. Because I was going for my first ever formal (i think) interview! And it was going to be a long day. Had to go to the bank. Have a project meet-up and a presentation in class, followed by the interview. And I checked the weather forecast that it was going to rain in the afternoon! Major discouragement.

But, everything went well. Other than the fact that I had to get a cab to the centre because the rain was so bad, I got drenched while walking in the shelter to SIM. And my sister brought home Prive's chocolate to reward me =) and i didn't feel sad that the centre didn't want to employ me straightaway. Because, I'm going for another interview tomorrow. Haha! Addicted??? I am so looking forward to tml's because, I have heard good things about it and it's much nearer compared to the one I went today. Yes, I don't mind an hour journey but if there is one that only requires half an hour, why not?

Yes, I am feeling happy. Though I have to work on my assignment due tomorrow and I have to check out the centre I'm going to tomorrow - know your 'enemy' well =) and dig out all my certificates!!!

Shall enjoy my chocolate tart soon! WEE!

2010-03-18T20:09:00.000+08:00

I just attempted yvonne's graceful fall on my way home just that I was totally not graceful. Isn't it funny that we don't really care about falling down or not but whether it was done in a beautiful manner. Hope my ankle will be fine and I shall refrain from wearing flip-flops for the next few days. Hate rainy days totally!

6 more days! 6 more days!

I must make use of every moment to work on something meaningful. Work hard and have fun =) My kor bringing me for dim sum on Saturday night! Damn happy!!! He and girlfriend so sweet la, bring me on their date. HAHA!

2010-03-16T22:17:00.003+08:00

Out of boredom, I decided to re-download Skype (it got deleted when my laptop went bonkers) so that I can try using up my credits by calling boyfriend in India. So I downloaded and realise, I am only left with $0.02 USD. Haha! I actually called boyfriend for 500 minutes while I was in Boston. Very chatty indeed.

Oh my! Mr Leow has just decided to torture us with a 23 pages long case study. That's what I am going to tomorrow, digest that whole article. Now, bedtime!

That's just us, sometimes.

Monday no blues!

2010-03-15T22:10:00.006+08:00

When boyfriend is away, I pretty much like weekdays. It puts me in a systematic track, i get work done, i feel good =) About the part that I am more hardworking when boyfriend is not around, probably not too true cos... i did nothing the whole weekend (almost!) I keep to my belief all the time, work are for weekdays =P

Went to the reference library (National Library) today, first time I mean. Luckily yvonne was with me cos it's our first time and we are totally confused about the whole place. Had some pretty good finds there =)

Everyone posting 蕭敬騰's concert photographs. BLAH.

Hope i get BC sale stuff. oops!

2010-03-13T23:18:00.002+08:00

I can't wait for boyfriend to come back!!! Then we can go ... Irodori Japanese Restaurant to enjoy a yummy Japanese buffet lunch below $30 (with UOB discount). I'm so looking forward. I hope boyfriend craves for Japanese food while in India. I think the not-so-good buffet at Nihon Mura is causing me to be in a state of deprivation.

Shall go to bed now. Boyfriend just 'cheated' me for the past few hours because he said he is coming online. But... the room's key is not found so, i waited for nothing. Got me excited about nothing!

Shall go develop some photos at Harvey Norman tomorrow, 19cents for 4Rs (last day!)

2010-03-13T14:07:00.002+08:00

On Monday, we went to watch Alice in Wonderland (despite the huge cat in the show) and had a walk around town while deciding on what to have for dinner.

Huge pooh bear going at $30+ at carrefour

wahaha! I look mad skinny here!

and we found him a new friend =D

It's so boring to be stuck at home! Must make plan for next Saturday. yvonne, go sing k???

Been looking at photography forum the whole morning and I'm so tempted to get some accessories for my LX3. This viewfinder is so cool! But i don't think i would ever need this. Maybe this MEGAKIT will be more useful for me.

11 more days! Time to do some assignments =(

2010-03-12T22:12:00.005+08:00

and the stupid voipcheap Mr Leow mentioned doesn't work for us! Major disappointment...

2010-03-11T21:02:00.004+08:00

Just signed up for Nuffnang First Blogger Symposium =) because I want to win Cannon Powershot S90. Oops! Not suppose to declare love for another when my precious is barely half year old but the photos look awesome! Wouldn't it be great to hold two awesome compact camera in my hand? =D Helped dear to sign up too because I need someone to go with me, he just can't run away from it.

You probably wouldn't need me to say which blogger I signed up for, but it is... Ieatishootipost! Food blog! Food blog! Food blog =)

Or maybe, I should just sign up for this:

Mini Photo Contest (Optional)
Or, you may want to take part in the Mini Photo Contest to up your chances of winning! Simply send a photograph you’ve taken that fits the theme "Happiness" together with your registration details to myhappiness@nuffnang.com. Best 5 photographs will be showcased during the event itself and one of you will walk away with another brand new Canon Powershot S90!

Give it a try people! FREE CAMERA!

Tsk! Cheapo inner self revealed...

So love boyfriend, 13 days =D

2010-03-10T20:54:00.003+08:00

I guess I sounded very angry in my previous post but we have come thus far, do you think that little incident will have a huge impact in me? But it just got me thinking about how I have been behaving lately and what I should go about improving myself.

Been spending lots of time with boyfriend and I just send him off to his SIA flight. Lucky him! It's going to be 2 weeks without bothering him all the time and being without my precious camera which I borrowed him to show me the beautiful places he will be going. Taj Mahal!!!

Just place an order with BC and i got the invoice! Quite an impulsive buy because I was being upset for missing Hollyhoque's BO! I so want the crochet top! Ok! Shall pay up for my item and hope that it will fit well on me. Can't wait for BO items to reach too. Haha! It's only Day 1 and money are flowing outwards...

2010-03-02T18:59:00.002+08:00

I'm so mad at my boyfriend! And all could be good if he had not done one thing. Just one thing. Instead of calling me and asking where I am and claiming that it is too far (from his camp? it's just a 10 minute drive!), he could have just drove his friend's car home and to his basketball training and just telling me.

Just one question spoilt my mood. Seriously, if you have thought that a 10 minute drive is far, don't bother asking la! If you had drove home, why do you still bother coming over??? Doesn't that makes it further since we live so near.

I could have not been as mad as I was. But, I was HUNGRY! I'm just so irritable when I am hungry but that doesn't mean I feel better now that I fed myself alittle. I am mad that I really don't understand him sometime. Why did he have to ask?

2010-03-02T10:20:00.000+08:00

Only great minds can read this This is weird , but interesting!

fi yuo cna raed tihs , yuo hvae a sgtrane mnid too
Cna yuo raed tihs? Olny 55 plepoe out of 100 can.

i cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg....... The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid , aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy , it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are , the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef , but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt! if you can raed tihs frowrad it

So, cna yuo?

The weekend

2010-03-01T22:19:00.004+08:00

Had wanted to rest early but boyfriend is not calling yet so, might as well... blog. Friday night, instead of spending the night alone at home which I thought I would, we went to Timbre @ Old School which was crowded!

Above shot is kind of dark - did not use flash (as requested by Mr Ivan) and miscalculation on my part (should have further increase the exposure!) Tried brightening it which explain for the high noise level. But i really like boyfriend and me in it =P

On Saturday morning, we had a bowling session with Beth, Lee (her husband) and Mae (her daughter). Will upload more pictures or something when it is uploaded into facebook, as I did not take much photos. By morning, I meant 11am at City Hall MRT and for a Saturday, that is EARLY!

bowling shoes

gold bowling pins
(okay, I should crop the pic and make it straight. ignore k)

Boyfriend joined us for lunch at Pizza Hut and we caught Dear John after lunch. Although I must say that the book is nicer, I still teared looking at John and his dad. Dinner was at GluttonBAY! Missed that place but the crowds at night can be quite a turnoff.

The never-ending-queue-zi-char stall and boyfriend =)

Maybe I can go to Hongkong after Phuket trip. Rejected the idea initially because of my fear for cold weather. I remembered my brother saying that it was quite cooling (which is COLD to me) but i couldn't remember when he went so I sms-ed him to ask. His reply "May" and we plan to go in April. So I thought April will be even worse. But as I was talking to him during dinner just now, I realise he went in March and he thought I asked him when he would be going Taiwan this year. My brother doesn't read his things well lo!

Okay. Frugal lifestyle, here we come!!!

a tug at the heartstrings

2010-02-24T22:13:00.002+08:00

HongKong, yes? No?

YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES.

Ok. Now, money fall from the sky please.

Reflection of life

2010-02-23T22:38:00.005+08:00

I was just looking back at 2007 and thought to myself "what a year I had". How I 'got over' the ex with constant harassment. How I made major choices in my love life. How I got together with weecheong and becoming what we are today.

Many things changed ever since we got together. For some unexplainable reasons, we got really gluey towards each other which neither one of us has deemed as a bad thing. It's probably unhealthy to some people but you know what is 人个有志? That doesn't means that we do not enjoy the company of other people alright.

And also how I changed from being paranoid about losing everything I had to not really bothering about what will happen in the future but rather to embrace the present. A huge part came from knowing that our relationship could handle time apart. I don't mean like a year or more away from each other, that is too much to handle. But the couple of weeks overseas last year(for both of us) did make us stronger.

As you can see now, I am getting emo cos boyfriend is OUTFIELD! And I'm reminded that he is flying off in 2 weeks time to India! Check out our first photo taken together with his then Sony Ericsson phone.

Darn! Eyes so small.

Love for food

2010-02-22T23:19:00.000+08:00

Lately, I returned to my all-time favourite past-time which is reading food reviews! So how can I not list down my must-go eateries =P

No. 1 Barnacles Restaurant & Bar

This is a die-die must try and i already told boyfriend I will bring him there on his birthday. I really couldn't contain myself anymore but to reveal the "surprise" I wanted to give him. Eh... Am i planning too far in advance? Haha! Hope the standard won't drop because that is always what happen.

No. 2 City Space

Not for food but to chill and enjoy the sceneries it has to offer. Of course, indulge in some alcohol =p

No. 3 K ki ケーキ

This place is one of the most talk about new cafe in town! Alright. It's at Ann Siang Hill, secluded, peaceful, I like!

No. 4 Cafe Epicurious (The Rail Mall)

For their breakfast =) I miss the Egg Benedict I had at Prive (and that was super duper long ago!)

No. 5 Checkers Deli

Don't I always have a soft spot for desserts...

No. 6 2am: Dessert Bar

Did I mention about my love for dessert?

No. 7 Tonkichi (Ngee Ann City)

Tonkatsu! Not sure which outlet to visit though, just randomly took the one with the highest rating.

No. 8 Riders Cafe

Anytime I have a car, I'm going to get boyfriend to this place for breakfast. Ok. So, where can I get a car?

No. 9 Bistro One Zero Three

I mentioned this place, haven't I? Saw it while on 188 the other day and might go for their lunch one day because... set lunch is more cost effective! Haha! Stingy =p. But seriously, given the location, I wouldn't want to pay too much.

No. 10 Mykii

I mentioned this like one year ago but didn't step into the place at all. Will make a note to, afterall, Holland V gonna be my favourite hangout!

My list can go on forever but I should just stop for now... Will take forever to complete and a deep pocket. Must bring boyfriend to Ah Loy Thai for good and cheap Thai food soon! Just to share a current favourite food blog: http://thesimplestaphrodisiac.blogspot.com/

One of our dates

2010-02-21T22:00:00.018+08:00

(B&W Dynamic mode is ♥)

(pin hole scene)

Guess where we went!

long, and what seems like never-ending steps...

"offer fantastic panoramic view" i suppose this is what the website would say but I beg to differ. It's a tense jungle down there blocking my view which does give off a very relaxing vibe though.

boyfriend: look like wall-e!

Yep! That's where we went - Mount Faber or rather Southern Ridge (again!)

Marang Trail was a killer

I am obviously not ready but this is the only shot because the rain drops came right after this photo and I had to run to fetch my camera to seek shelter. Still love the photo =)

Ants attack! While seeking shelter

Still waiting...

Creepy crawly~

yea, we took the lazy people way out =p

love.

pretty scary to look down

just testing whether the structure is stable

ended off at Hort Park (as usual)

And having 'tortured' our bodies for the first half of the afternoon, it is only sensible to treat ourselves to something good =) Took 61 to Holland V and guess what we saw?!?

Read about their first outlet at Joo Chiat and it sounds super inconvenient and far. So, we gave it a try. I didn't ask but I think we were their first customer of the day and of the outlet! Service was good (how can they not be. We were the only two in the shop and there are like... 5 servers?)

grilled pork chop with curry fries and coleslaw. I like the curry fries but the pork chop is umm... tough?

ordered the ham and cheese sandwich but DON'T HAVE! But no regrets for this: Breaded Salmon. It's like tasting the same thing with different textures altogether and the sauce gives it another dimension =) yum yum! Came with original fries which boyfriend enjoys and Caesar salad.

Ordered their signature Nutella Tart which is well, nutella-ish. Boyfriend says "give me some bread." Really too sweet and the tart crust comes with sugar crystal and it came kinda cold. Luckily for them, the boss (i think) came to inform that they usually warm it before serving but because the tart came out rather soft that day, warming it would ruin it. Alright, excuse accepted afterall it's their first day!

The only down side? Their food selection is quite limited but still worth a try. I saw another customer's grilled chicken sandwich (their selection is that limited that I know what it is at a glance) and it looks tempting.

(Check their menu @ http://www.everythingwithfries.com/)

Holland Village gonna be my favourite hangout!

Beautiful day, isn't it?

Chinese New Year 2010

2010-02-19T16:34:00.002+08:00

初一

family portrait

newest addition to the family! CUTENESS!!

she just loves me, idy.

初二

初三

my favourite girl =)

and she took this. Isn't it awesome for a three-year-old?

it's friday already...

boyfriend

2010-02-17T23:07:00.004+08:00

I love my boyfriend. No. Not because of the present as shown but...

He can just totally give me his all - well, almost. This afternoon I came back perfectly fine and decided to just take a rest together. And my tummy started to hurt like crazy for no reason, boyfriend suggested that is the sushi buffet I just had but I seriously didn't eat alot because I know my body well. Anyway, the pain was really killing me and till now I don't know how it happened. I teared, asked for medicine, lie on him, puked and after like an hour and more, I felt better.

And all along, his gums were hurting but he didn't say a thing. Until I realise how grumpy he was when he snapped at his mum. Tsk tsk! Luckily he is going for his dental appointment tomorrow! =)

2010-02-16T00:49:00.002+08:00

Happy New Year everyone!

Celebrations have been pretty much the same, nothing fascinating but definitely making full use of the holidays =)

So, everyone knows that CNY coincide with Valentine's Day this year and I didn't get anything for boyfriend because... i didn't expect him to anyway. We were talking about making the Phuket trip a gift to each other. So, I was indeed surprised when he presented me with the gift and I did had a great laugh because it wasn't something I ever expected from him.

Photos up soon! (i promise)

2010-02-11T23:28:00.002+08:00

Today marks the end of the six intensive week for the last semester and it comes with a bitter-sweet feeling. Maybe because we are getting older. Or maybe because we have really awesome lecturers. Or maybe because time has really bonded us.

After class (in fact, there isn't really much of a class today), I made an impromptu trip to 1 Caramel @ The Luxe with SiewChin because boyfriend lied! Decided that going home so early is quite sian and... We had a great time at 1 Caramel because the cakes were great =)

Then I met boyfriend at Vivo and receive the order to look out for CNY clothes for my parents. How much lazier can people get? And I am damn pissed off cos the top that I got for my mum is too small for her and it's a discounted item. NO EXCHANGE!!! I really don't know what to do with it now. Should have just pull some clothes out of my own wardrobe for her.

No energy to load the pictures now. Meeting the girls tomorrow so, I have to sleep early!!!

2010-02-09T22:06:00.002+08:00

I decided to let myself rest from the long-winded Life-Long Improvement Plan. Sounds big doesn't it? I am already 3.5 pages into the essay and I have not started on the real plan. OOPS! Will get it done tomorrow, no worries!

Being trying really hard to curb spending and not splurge on meals because... I need all the money to go overseas! Especially true if I am going to Cambodia with Rina.

I am no longer excited about Chinese New Year the way I did when I was much younger. Chinese New Year now comes with more housework and helping out at home... ... When I was young, I only get to drink gassy drinks on special occasion so CNY means a big thing to me. Now, I don't even like soft drinks that much. But it's a long break and everyone loves break!

Okay! Lets sleep early again =)

2010-02-06T12:40:00.005+08:00

This morning started early with a breakfast with jieying, shelly and her cute lil neighbour at KFC. The lil girl brought much joy to us =) then i decided to get a haircut at the market because I heard of people who don't live here but goes to the salon. But... I regretted!!! The $16 is better spent elsewhere. Can you imagine spending $16 and having to come home to trim your hair yourself?

Side track abit: I think it is a luxury to go to salon, enjoy a good wash and a haircut. But here, it's noisy with lots of aunties and lil kids. I rather top another $15 for some peace and enjoyment. (oh yes! $16 without wash lei!!!)

Which leads me to think about what we have been talking about in class. Assertiveness. Seriously, I didn't dare to rebut back even though I feel that the fringe should be alil thicker. And that it is awful to not cut my fringe as it as and leave those mid length around because it's a MESS!

But i didn't dare to say. Hate it! Shall go to a better hairdresser next time. But happy that the hair is alil shorter now =) Will consider cutting them short in a few months time. That will make my mummy happy, I don't know why...

Romantic Singapore

2010-02-04T23:01:00.003+08:00

I was looking at TripAdvisor regular emails and the topic "Top 10 Romantic Destinations" caught my attention, with images of Paris and Maldives in mind. With a hopeful heart, I clicked on the link and guess what I saw on Number 9?

Singapore Fairmont Singapore

And the funnies thing is, that picture is Fullerton! How misleading it can be and I can't help but to remind myself to be doubtful of the things I see online. Yes. Even well-established travel guides.

I'm so tired now but I must say, today had been fun doing the video recording at my place.

Saving to spend & spending safely

2010-02-02T23:19:00.003+08:00

Alright! Finally on agenda =) I proposed to boyfriend to bring me out for dessert on Sat to motivate me. Definitely looking forward to it - saving on main course, splurging on dessert!

I just look at the list of skincare products which I want to get from Korea, and it's pretty shocking! But the thing is, it's going to be really cheap compared to buying from Singapore. I have all the excuses to continue shopping, seriously. I have a new skirt, necklace and eye cream to get from Yupei and I have new moisturizer and makeup remover in my closet. And Etude House blusher which I have to get from Shelly. And a top and a dress on Bonito's BO.

Alright! I'm stopping and going to bed.

The Hangout on Sat - playing console games

Dreaming...

2010-02-01T21:11:00.003+08:00

Can I just fly to Phuket tomorrow? The 4-star hotel looks gorgeous, offer rooms that provide a view of Kata Beach and the room is HUGE! 40+sq metres for a deluxe room =)

okok... perhaps I should leave all these dreaming to the time I spend on bed. Now, WORK. Jia you jia you!

P.S. I can't wait to bring my camera out to capture the beautiful place!

P. P. S. And lend it to dear for his trip to India. WOOHHOO!! I can't wait to see that place!

Life

2010-01-31T22:43:00.002+08:00

I realise I have been alittle too blunt in my previous entry so, I'm making it white font so... if you really want to read, then go ahead. I'm not stopping anybody so, it's your own choice ya.

I really really should convince myself that I should study harder to break out of the GPA 3.5 and achieve more. Yes, I should. I hardly achieve much work done over the weekend and now, my weekdays are very much wasted on... I don't know what. So time to skip the online shopping and blog hopping. Schedule an hour for forum reading and others. And all other time on WORK!

I have my new year clothes =) not a whole set but something new is good enough. We booked our trip to Phuket this April, a change of plan to stick to budget while enjoying some luxury - maybe.

Right now, some work... BYE!

reflection of life

2010-01-31T00:06:00.005+08:00

I seems to have become like the little children who have so much toys they need a toy room, taking things for granted. Our materialistic needs are so satisfied, we feel nothing out of it. Perhaps, it is time to look deeper into myself and see the things I really want and need. Definitely looking for a change in my lifestyle and a cut in our spending.

Maybe this way, I can avoid facing things that I do not wish to face and making a joke out of some people's life. I'm suppose to feel awful about doing such thing, but unfortunately, I am not. In usual cases, it would a perseverance pay off but this instance, it's just one word: bullshit. Blinded by my biases and no wish to erase that off.

Stubborn? Probably.

2010-01-28T20:56:00.002+08:00

oh dear! I don't know what happen but I seemed to have missed out too many mistakes from our essay when I was suppose to be doing editing. Felt so bad that they have to help me edit when they are suppose to just browse through to make sure everything was fine.

Anyway, 萧敬腾 is coming in March for his first concert in Singapore!!! I have waited damn long for this but dear will be away in INDIA when 萧敬腾 is here. Yvonne says I have the power of making the things go right by simply saying "confirm cannot de". So, dear confirm cannot go to his concert de. I'm very sure for this though, so... lets save the money for May Day's outdoor concert on 17 April. Good way to celebrate end of school right? I bet the tickets will sell like hot stuff when it's out.

Alright! Must work hard on my assignments now and pay extra extra attention to details.

AE dress, come to me...

2010-01-26T20:38:00.002+08:00

Online shopping is not only theraputic but also EXCITING!!! I just camp infront of the comp for Agneselle's launch, definitely a first for me. Oh yea! Tomorrow is Wednesday and then it will be Thursday and... FRIDAY and WEEKEND =)

And the best thing is, we can go overseas in April! He is going to Taiwan only in May and that means we get to spend our 3rd anniversary together and OVERSEAS =)

here we come!

Being 21

2010-01-24T22:19:00.003+08:00

Being on the verge of 21 (oh well, going 22) is really a transitional stage for me and so much are coming up. So much responsibilities that I have to get myself used to. So much work to the future I hope to hold in my hand.

Here are the common topics you will hear me say: Work. Travel. Marriage. As much as I do talk about marriage, I know I am very much not ready for it. Everyone has different goals they want to achieve at different points of time and for now, I want to enjoy life being a carefree (as much as I can be) yuppie! I want to travel the world with boyfriend, enjoying his undivided attention and bullying him. HA! [we will definitely not make it to marry early because we have too much places to go. Thailand, Europe and South Africa. Top on priority!]

And for now, I am really happy to know that I will be stuck in a profession I am going to enjoy. I hope I will constantly be working on improving the care and education I can provide and perhaps, impacting more people than I can ever imagine. There is indeed a change in me since a year ago. Wiser now?

Went to The Hangout at Prinsep Street last night and... I think their service isn't very good. Picky? Maybe... But due to their lack of service, they did not 'clock us in' at the time we reach. So we played more than an hour and paid only for an hour. That's probably the best thing about it on a busy night =P will consider going during their Happy Hours again. Can play Wii =)

Oh yes! I think I am getting really irritating lately. Got to control my emotions!!!

Hooked! Not!

2010-01-23T09:17:00.002+08:00

Last night boyfriend and I went to Rail Mall for dinner because I didn't want to settle for just any food. So, we went to Hooked! which was supposingly well-liked and partonize by many people... But, we kinda got a shocked when we reach, only 4 tables filled whereas restaurants like Epicurious and Galbiati gourmet were streaming with people. But we didn't let the urge to follow the crowd get to us. Hooked, that is it!

We had Aloha Salmon and Prawn and Fish & Chips and we kinda of got to know, why no people!!! Not that the food was really bad, but it isn't nice. Fish & Chips may be an easy dish but I have high expectations of it and it's just a flop. But I like the fact that their menu is super extensive, you might just find something you like in there. Perhaps we could have been more adventurous...

If you could take a moment to enjoy your surrounding with all your senses

2010-01-21T18:28:00.002+08:00

And all I said was, "you didn't check before cooking ar?" And I reminded her not to put too much water (because she ALWAYS pour in more water just because more people are drinking without adding enough vinegar and in the end say "aiya! should not have add so much water. Seriously, it happens every time)

My mum is making a big fuss over the comment just because I said that she should have checked if she still have vinegar before cooking. HELLO! Common sense right? Now she add salt and vinegar and putting more words into my mouth.

Ok! I shall go eat now and not eat with her later. Yea. I damn petty!

2010-01-20T22:24:00.005+08:00

Been giving myself lots of break from work because, I didn't like being so "stressed up". Amidst my organized working schedule, I need to give myself some slack =) so what if the actual schedule never seems to meet the planned.

I borrowed books from the library today and I felt so much better spending some time in the library. Moving on to travel books now =) and I just edited some photos taken oven the weekend.

As usual, food was good but I realise... ... The excitement of seeing big plates of food is not there. There is a huge difference between seeing 2 char siew tarts and 10 char siew tarts!!! And it doesn't seems to be so piping hot. Perhaps they grab 2 tarts from those left around somehow =(

http://www.hungrygowhere.com/singapore/cheeky_chocolates_iluma_bugis/
Didn't like their warm chocolate cake but the waffle smells and taste pretty good. Love the hot chocolate I had the previous time!

2010-01-18T21:55:00.002+08:00

I just ordered a shirt dress and a top from BC and it feels so shiok!!! I am suppose to stop buying stuffs that I cannot wear to work so, I think they meet the mark =) I got rid of Monday blues with online-shopping, meeting up with Yupei after classes just for a chat and meeting boyfriend just to spend an hour together. NICE! And I did two summaries!!! AWESOME!!!

Okay! But I was supposed to do a lesson plan today too. Shall wake up early tml morning. For now, sleep tight!

1001 days together

2010-01-17T20:42:00.002+08:00

It's Sunday night again, just bid goodbye to boyfriend and every time it happens (especially since school started), I sighed with a heavy heart for the week ahead. It will be a routine for us for another 10 months, fast isn't it?

Had a pretty fulfilling weekend with him, eating and eating on Saturday and a trip to Sungei Buloh this afternoon that got us really really worn out.

Photos soon. As for now, one more reflection =) <-- more of a forced smile definitely

Our Saturday together

2010-01-11T19:11:00.003+08:00

09. 01. 10

MUMMFICATION!!! Free entry for students. YAAY to student-ship!

love my shoes!

Ending off with dinner at Wagon Wheel and coffee at Holland V.

Boyfriend decided to reward me with a good meal this weekend for my result =D Ok. When did we ever stop craving for good food? Maybe a dim sum brunch at Royal China and sweet treats at Cheeky Chocolate. This look tempting though - 1 Caramel .

Day 8

2010-01-10T22:06:00.003+08:00

love her!

Week 2 commerce in less than 12 hours time. I am not excited but I have to brace myself to face it with some anticipation and lots of passion! I seriously need to land myself a job at a kindergarten because I want to go oversea this year end. Southeast Asia!!!

'O' Level results out soon!

Day 6

2010-01-09T12:08:00.002+08:00

I want to watch sherlock holmes, to visit the museum and to finish my reflections + summaries for next week. And I so need to split myself into 5 in order to do that. no. 1 will go out while no. 2 will work on the assignment. no. 3 will take over no. 2 when morale runs low and no. 4 take over no. 3. You get the idea. But if they are going to share the same morale level, then it's pointless cos no. 2, 3, 4, 5 will be thinking about no. 1 all the time.

Here's what. I will finish 2 more summaries before I step out of Teck Whye and bring my articles out with me so that I can prepare myself for the 2 more reflections and other required readings.

the soul needs a breather

Day 5

2010-01-08T23:00:00.003+08:00

I have not been good today, done with only 3 summaries. Short of a reflection which I can't seems to get myself started on. But it has been pretty impressive because I spend nearly 7 hours at a home salon today. Did rebonding together with yupei at a home salon at yew tee, not bad I would say. Can't wait to wash my hair!!!

Was suppose to meet boyfriend for dinner at Rail Mall but plans flop when he couldn't book out. It seems like dinner plan at Rail Mall always doesn't seems to work out. BOO! Serving the country is always more important. Ya-da ya-da...

Sleep early and get on with my reflection and more!

Day 4

2010-01-07T20:58:00.003+08:00

Dear's cousin has facebook. What I mean is, Dear's 6-going-7-year-old cousin has a facebook account. And he is totally IT savvy la! He send me a message thru the chat thingy but I wasn't on my facebook page. So I decided to send him a message on his profile. Damn cute huh? FB-ing with a 6 year old.

Week 1 is over like a flash and that means a tougher 5 weeks ahead of me. Shall not let myself loose despite not having classes tomorrow. Carry on with the hard work!

Day 3

2010-01-06T22:04:00.003+08:00

I finish things due tomorrow,umm... I think I did la! Now feeling guilty for not attending the 'Back to School' event cos I thought I would take forever to complete my work like yesterday. Feeling so much better today though I know it's going to be a continuous cycle and I definitely need to motivate myself to work harder over the weekend to prevent weekdays overload.

Meet up with yupei last year. Haha! That sounds long ago

Day 2

2010-01-05T21:28:00.003+08:00

It is only the second day of school and I feel like crying!!! I have 1 more reflection and 2 more summaries to be done for tomorrow. Yes, everything seems easy (when you are not the one doing it!)

I no longer look forwards to just weekend. I want CNY to come! That's the end of my six intensive weeks.

Day 1

2010-01-04T22:33:00.003+08:00

I tried so hard to work on this assignment but I failed badly. I read the article while waiting for dear at Mac just now. Then I came home and decided to start on the first question even if it's a draft. And now, it's still 1 question done. Reason being? It's going to be an in-class activity for tomorrow. It would definitely good for me to finish it now but... No rush, means no productivity la!

First day of school have been exciting, for the brain. I only wrote down all the assignments to be handed in daily last night and got stopped at 1st February because I got so overwhelmed. Anything beyond that is stress, stress, STRESS!!!

I should really study harder and bring my GPA up. It's my last semester to perform!!! Run around the room panicking

Our decision to "go back" to kopitiam food:

Outside Cafe Cartel

Him: Wa. Very boring hor?

Me: Hmm... Ok la.

Him: Shall we go food court?

Me: Orh.

On the way to food court

Him: Can you remember when was the last time we ate at food court?

Me: *Look at him sheepishly*

Eating cheaper good food also means that we can save more money. Saving more money means... We can go Europe next year!

2010-01-03T12:03:00.002+08:00

Wasting paper has become my printer's favourite pastime! But the good news is, I'm done with my preliminary assignment and I think I should check on my course outline to see what needs to be done for Week 1.

Horrifying!

Happy New Year!

2010-01-03T01:06:00.002+08:00

The new year has been a pretty good start. Well, school have not started, you see. This year is going to be exciting because so much will be happening! Not all at once, thankfully.

Just got back from ivan's (neighbour) place and I so love his current place cos it's so near! Going home is just 2 storey away. If you are reading this, I advise you to stay here permanently. =P

Alright. Shall stop digressing and get on with my last preliminary assignment.

23 Decemeber 2009

2009-12-29T09:54:00.005+08:00

Going for breakfast at Prive =)

Iced Coffee

Cafe Latte

The love of my life - Chocolate Tart. Awfully good!

Scenic background?

Egg Benedict. YUM YUM!

Ultimate Breakfast Set

Totally indulging.

Next up: Cycling @ ECP

Wonderful weather

Beautiful skies

All skies shots taken while on the bicycle, sturdy hands? Nah! I had a great driver!

Can't believe he brought his toy out. Look at that expression. Just like a little kiddo

Me, him and his Christmas present last year

the end

2009-12-27T10:27:00.002+08:00

I think I have been selfish and maybe a tad too unreasonable in my decision but it's just me. Especially when it comes to things which I feel so strongly about.

Orchard

2009-12-23T22:06:00.003+08:00

Last Saturday, we went to town to enjoy the Christmas crowd. You believe that? Hell no! I hate crowds and it just kind of slip off my mind again because I want to get some new shoes quick. Nonetheless, we dine at Itacho Sushi without much waiting. Because everybody love to join the queue at Watami. Singaporeans?

You can't go wrong with sushi here.

camwhoring

Christmas tree outside Ion

And we just continue walking and walking all the way to Ochard Central. Stop by 313's Forever 21 but it was CROWDED! In fact, everywhere was.

At Ochard Central!

Explored OC and here are the many funny faces of my boyfriend =P

Had a great time with dear for the past two days! Can we have off days and money-filled pockets all the time?

Things you leave behind

2009-12-21T20:56:00.003+08:00

People always think about how much they have gain when they aged. Experience. Money. Ties. Nearly everything. But they lose alot too, which they probably never realise, or never really miss. Innocence. Daredevil-ness. And being simply happy for the tiniest thing.

Before I step my foot into doing something, I plan and do alot of reasoning to make sure that it's something worth the effort. I like to know so much about it before I am ready to experience it for myself. It's as though I am afraid of trying. I think I am.

Yea. So I think we are going to randomly rent a car. Go out for a drive. Camp out and enjoy!

Woohoo! HOLIDAY ~~

Children

2009-12-20T23:42:00.000+08:00

Vacancy available at kindergarten!!! I'm quite apprehensive about even sending my resume over. I don't know why. Let me write a good intro letter tml and send my resume with it. First impression counts, right? =) KINDERGARTEN!!! (but it's at Pasir Panjang)

Daddy celebrated his birthday today and so did dear's dad. Our dads share the same birth date, amazing? Had lots of food and yummy cakes =) my nephews came and they are damn fun to be with. But as usual, they like dear more than me though he only came for an hour or two. Why? Cos dear help one of them to complete a mission in Transformer! While I only made sure that they are entertained while they are here and give them food to eat. I think I need to brush up my skills in gaming.

Last day of work for me and off days for both me and boyfriend =)

spot the difference! Photoscape is amazing

Time to sleep! Been stuck at the first sentence of my assignment since forever

2009-12-19T23:03:00.002+08:00

Yet another Saturday gone and for the past few weekends, we have been spending and spending. It's quite a rarity but we are not only spending on food but also shopping! It's really fulfilling to come home with things I had in mind. I've got Vichy's moisturiser, a new eyeliner, 2 pairs of shoes, and not the mention the two BC's dresses I bought on Cotter Mall. It's time to stop spending, period. Well, I haven't get dear's present though. We walked alot today and I brought dear to Itacho Sushi @ Ion. Love!

Played with Photoscape again (more to come!)

Revive

2009-12-17T23:58:00.003+08:00

I finally found my soul back on a weekday! Weekdays lately gone by like passing wind. I've been travelling to another end of the island for work and have not chat much with boyfriend cos whenever I am free, he is not! And at the end of the day, either one of us will be too tired to talk.

This evening (after work), I met up with the girls and I really miss it! I hope I had put a smile or more on their faces because I realise how great it feels. To do something for someone you care about. Well, even for someone you do not know.

YAY for tomorrow's half day of work! NAH to less than 6 hours of rest...

2009-12-16T21:40:00.002+08:00

(from Deviantart by killedthesky)

How I wish the pair of legs belong to me? To lie on the riverbank and think about everything or nothing. Okay! But that pair of legs look kinda of dry and umm... dirty.