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-Quote of the day-

2008-11-04T00:11:00.002+08:00

Communication is the key to sanity...

Having the right company is the key to communication...

A wise choice is the key to finding the right company...

-Belated Thanks-

2008-08-24T22:06:00.003+08:00

To Ling, Chris, Ms Mar, Ms Lim, Ms Loh, Kiameng for birthday lunch treats...

To Joe for birthday lunch treat and one of the most creative bdae card ever received.

To Choir gang for birthday dinner treat at Soup Restaurant and the wonderful KTV till 4am session with Tiramisu cakes at Kbox.

To Maggi Goh and Auntie Toh for the littles cakes and treats.

To Jaclyn for the little present and kind words.

To my faithsharers, Audrey and Sharon for the bag of choco delights.

To Allan, Zhikang, Xiong, Zaid, Kun, Jason, Xiaomei, Nana, Bin, Daphnie, Marveric, Jane, Fran for birthday wishes.

To my family, the delicious & joyous meal at Tao Restaurant and my sisters for presents of great value.

To Lg, for Xiao Tu caught at Arcade. =)

-Sweet Person-

2008-05-24T18:22:00.000+08:00

You Are a Sweet Person

When it comes to snacks, you're more likely to grab some candy than heat up a pizza.

There's a good chance you're female (women prefer sweet snacks)...

Or at least, you prefer to be in the company of women.

Your tastes are simple and predictable. You are young at heart.

You tend to crave food you can just grab and eat.

Are You Sweet or Salty?

-Priority Test-

2008-05-24T18:19:00.000+08:00

What's Important to You... And What Isn't:

For you, your career is usually your number one priority.

You don't mind having things to get done... as long as they don't pile up on you.

Your most important priorities get your attention. You are happily able to let the less important things slide.

You want thinking to be a high priority, but you don't take enough time for yourself.

The Priority Test

-Random Pictures-

2008-04-02T22:41:00.012+08:00

-The special photo with colleagues and teachers from TP-

-Descent... The game of monsters and dragons we play almost every other Sat-

-Corrinne May's Concert 2007... where she autographed till 3 plus a.m.!-

-V-day flowers 2007-

-First sight of new coin telephone in T3-

-The huge X'mas tree between UOB Plazas in 2007-

-One of my "baby cards" for best wishes-

-The many presents from X'mas 2007-

-Mama store in office-

-Creation for Teachers' Day 2007-

-A SpeciaL Event-

2008-03-16T13:29:00.003+08:00

Attended an ex-colleague's wedding yesterday...

It was a special occasion cos the number of people I knew at the wedding was doubled.

Best of all, I get to take a group photo with my own colleagues and my dearest teachers from TP. ^^

I was really happy to be given a chance to catch up with all my tutors from TP. And finding out that Mrs Kurup would be migrating overseas - I was a little taken aback that I didn't know what to say. One thing's for sure - we will definitely miss you loads!

Work's still a little crazy but I think things should stabilise soon.

Alright, gotta get ready for practice! Tata peeps!

-Chicken & Egg-

2008-03-04T21:50:00.002+08:00

I had two similar occurances today...

Makes me wonder if there is truly a problem with me or my way of communicating with people...

Why do they always think that asking questions = complete denial or a definite NO or a Negative response???

All I want to know is the rational behind their words, their decision, their choice.

Is that so difficult to understand? It is precisely cos I don't understand which is why I ask questions. Isn't that how its supposed to work?

Is that wrong?

-Upgraded-

2008-02-18T09:29:00.002+08:00

To some of the bluemoo helpers, I was known as "Ms Blender" because I sponsored a blender last year.

Last Friday, at a fully packed Bluemoo session, I upgraded to "Ms Mango Smoothie". Mango Smoothie has and always been my favourite drink at Bluemoo since day 1. But for the first time in the past 3 years, I was in charge of making the "Mango Smoothie".

One word - Awesome.

-1st Post for 2008-

2008-02-09T17:38:00.000+08:00

Long long time since I last blogged!

Happy Lunar New Year to those who still bother dropping by this neglected blog! =)

Last year was quite an amazing year with lots of tears and hard trying times... with work taking centre stage and pushing me beyond limits to nearly falling into depression.

Yet there were the many memorable moments - gatherings with friends, short trips to Batam and Bintan, sharing the stage with friends once again after so many years and most of all, finding my old self back while maturing a little more.

It was a tough year alright but better times should lie ahead. *With Faith* ^^

Had started this year on a slightly better note! To all the peeps who had supported the choco thing for the past 5 years, I am very pleased to annnouce that the choco thing is now proudly known as "Choco Cup" from "mStar Treats"! Over the next few weeks/months, there will be posts featuring different baking products and handmade cards from mStar Treats and mStar Cards respectively. Do feel free to drop by often!

Alrighty, quite a lengthy post, will upload more photos soon! ^^

-MixeD FeelinGs-

2007-12-23T09:50:00.000+08:00

Had started off thinking if I should take a break and not take up this project...

Now that its really over, I really miss it alot. No regrets indeed.

Made new friends from collaborating with Singapore Lyric Opera, Yishun Junior College Choir and Anglo Chinese College Choir & their alumni choir.

In addition, getting an amazing and memorable experience working with Joshua Tan.

Last year, I was backstage crew for Budak's late night concert at the Esplanade's Recital Studio (Where the poster hangs just outside the chorus room and seeing it brought back much joy).

This year, one of my most memorable event of this year... Simple Gifts - Celebrating Christmas with SLO.

I miss singing Magnificat...

-GiRaffe & Roomful of BluEs-

2007-10-13T15:29:00.000+08:00

The past 5 days had been quite a trial...

From missing files to workload to stoning out more often than usual and mini fights with loved ones...

What a week.

Yet comfort came in different ways...

Like how a commissioner bought herbal chicken soup for me so that I can build up more stamina and withstand the coldness in the office.

How a smile came to my face when my colleague and I bought snacks from the uncle who came in a van.

But nothing beats making a fren happy for her special day.

I had the most wonderful time yesterday night till early morning...

Giraffe is a nice place to dine in - good ambience, great food and good service, save for the waitress who came by to ask us what to do with the candles... in front of the b-dae gal.

Roomful of Blues lived up to its name indeed... My blues were blown away by the singer and guitarist. (Whom I forgot their names!) --- {Added on 14/10/07 - Gilbert and John!}... OOps... Hahahaha... I finished my first glass of Hoegaarden, had the mike pointed to me 3 times with the singer kneeling down on one knee in front of me while singing one of the songs, received 2 comments that I have a nice voice and received 2 flying kisses from the singer.

Time well-spent? Nah...

It was simply priceless...

Thanks Song & Nana! For creating a wonderful night with me for the b-dae gal...

-YoU Are A SoNg iN mY HeaRt-

2007-10-03T21:49:00.000+08:00

-Sweet Moments-

2007-09-20T23:42:00.000+08:00

Are created by the simplest action...

Like how he waves up at me through the window of the sheltered path leading towards the car pouch on the first floor...

Like how he stops by office just to bring me dinner (though it happened only once), knowing well I will skip dinner while working ...

It might be simple... But I want you to know, it means a great deal...

-to grow OR to stifle growth-

2007-09-11T21:03:00.000+08:00

Sometimes I wonder how life is meant to be led.

Whether humans will ever grow out of sterotypes passed down by our ancestors.

Is learning and gaining a life-long process or does one stop at where he/she thinks its enough?

Work has affected me greatly of late. How people can say things without thinking about it first.

Lg made the following observations of me, which was became very apparant since I took over all those files earlier this year:

1. Easily irritated
2. Grew impatient easily
3. Grouchy
4. Complained alot about work and surroundings
5. Decrease in the number of smiles that I always had as compared to in the past

How true... In fact, I was very surprised how accurate lg was. Everything said hit a nail in me. Made me wonder if I am truly happy working.

Yet somehow, over the past few days, I found my passion for work coming back. It seems like without a particular person around, my working speed actually improve alot more and my focus is slowly coming back. Along with adopting an age-old system, I now feel better managing all the files that I have at present. Guess in a way, when he went away, I realised that his style stifles my growth in my work. He probably thought his way of 'teaching' would help me grow. Guess its just not doing it.

I just hope that I will have everything in place before that person comes back from his holidays. That way, I will be able to manage the files better from the point after he returns.

Then perhaps, one day, my smiles will come back...

-Thank You 2-

2007-08-19T12:30:00.001+08:00

Hahaha... I had some surprises yesterday at our S03 gathering...

First was finding out that Doris actually had 2 apartments on the same floor.

Second was the present and birthday cake they got for me and SuGhim (whose birthday was on 17 August).

Thank you all! Zhihui (the rose among the thorns), Doris (our host), Teri, Huimin, SuGhim and Sara (welcome home!) and of course, Clara Lim (who is really a housewife!) Hahahahah...

And of course, thank you lg, for bringing me to the fireworks celebrations yesterday. Thank you Zewei for getting the tickets for us! The fireworks were *breatheless* =)

-Thank You-

2007-08-18T15:28:00.000+08:00

This is a little overdue but must still be said...

Thank you to...

Lyn, for sending me a Birthday card and vouchers before my birthday.

d@n, the first person to wish me Happy Birthday after midnight (who gave me a lovely bracelet!).

Allan, Ivan (whom we share the same birthday), Weisiang, Hida (who gave me a pashmina of my favourite colour), Kiameng (who left me vouchers on my chair), Jin (my dear little sister who gave me a coin bank and a bracelet), Eulene, Bin, Kaifeng, Justina, Zaid, Zhikang, Daphnie, Terence, Christopher (who has gotten me one of my favourite tv serial!!!), Xiong, Yuying, Benedict, Ah Tan, Jun, Jen Wei, Renhui and Juan, Joe and Laopa (who got me a present from overseas!). Thank you all for your birthday wishes! =)

Lg, who brought me to the Corrinne May concert at NUS Cultural Centre on 3 August 2007 and patiently waited with me to get Corrinne's autograph on her latest album, "Beautiful Seed" till close to 1am in the morning! And his creative present... =)

Judge, Liz, Seow Hwei, Vanessa and Kia Meng... Thank you Liz and Jia Ying, for reminding Judge that it was my birthday. And thank you all for the birthday lunch treat!

Bin, Justina, Kiat, Jane, Juan, Gene, Xiong, Song, Yuxian... Thank you all for making dinner last Sunday into such an enjoyable evening. The presents were really lovely and Bin, the more I look at it, the potrait looks more and more like me! Hahahaha. Really, thank you all so much. I may have lost some over the past few weeks but I had gain so much in return. To my newfound friends, thank you...

-Whatever-

2007-07-16T22:04:00.000+08:00

-Caught up in the working worLd-

2007-06-24T12:45:00.001+08:00

Its been ages peeps! I wonder how is everyone doing?

15months and counting... I have been working for more than a year... So many changes and recently, I found myself struggling to not lose myself to the hurricane of office politics. It is like a whirlpool that will sweep you up unknowingly and before you know it, you become part of the vicious cycle that goes on and on. Bitching just about everybody, like how everyone else bitches about you.

I fell into that for a short period and whipped myself out of it. I hated that feeling of being in such circumstances, knowing that I am losing myself to something which is just absolutely not necessary.

And there are peeps who actually thrive in such hurricanes, who can't pass the day without creating a mini tornado.

-Sigh-

Luckily, I managed to find a distraction to keep my mind off unpleasant moments. That is to play Maple with my dear, his cousin and my sister! Somehow, being in a virtual world helps to occupy one's mind completely. Then again, it is very very addictive and the time has come for me to take a rain-check and start organising my time better.

Good news to TP peeps! We have a new DJ in the Subordinate Courts come 25 June 2007! Guess who? Someone we know of course! One of my dearest lecturer!

-Turi Beach Getaway-

2007-05-19T13:25:00.000+08:00

Price of Cup Corn - 3,500
Price of Milo - 8,000
Price of Ayam Penyet - 10,000
Price of Indo Mee - 12,000

Price of Ba Kut Teh - 22,000

Price of A&W - 66,410
Price of Taxi fare - 210,000
Price of Seafood - 240,000
Price of Groceries - 272,445

5 days of Turi Beach & 3 hours of massage at irresistable prices...

Price of this journey with Lg, D@n, Kun, Bryan, Meiting & Tariq - Priceless ^^

-I Will Be Here-

2007-04-19T02:24:00.000+08:00

I first heard the original version at Mark's Wedding.

And Clay did it as good as the original... ^^

Lg, as the knowledge adds on for each passing day, I pray for wisdom to be upon us...
That we may grow to get accustomed to each other's ways...
And for a wide heart of acceptance...
This song is for you...

-SoMe EnchaNteD EveNinG-

2007-04-06T00:57:00.000+08:00

Work has overwhelmed me tremendously... with new clients and all, my workload had easily tripled. One thing's for sure... the administrative work takes up alot alot of time! So...

KUDOS to all secretaries and support staff of the legal industry! You guys rock!

With work zapping most of my energy, my attention and making my emotion meter tipsy, the evening that I had just 7 hours ago took away most of my angst feel towards work and allow me to get in touch with life and its beautiful surroundings once again...

It may not have been perfect... (given that due to some 'technical' problem, the cable car stopped service much earlier than expected, leading to some other complications) But to me, it was the most lovely evening I had this far.

It was perfect to me... the perfect dinner, the timely fireworks, the perfect after dinner walk, the perfect scenic view and the perfect company.

Thank you. ^^ I really enjoyed the evening...

-Abendmusiken (Evening Music)-

2007-02-26T01:25:00.000+08:00

Date: 2 March 2007, Friday
Time: 2000 hours aka 8.00 p.m.
Venue: Kampong Kapor Methodist Church (Nearest station: Farrer Park)
Ticket charge: Free admission! (But donations are welcome during offerings!)

Amadeus kicks off the new year with a collaboration with the Singapore Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and the Alumni of AJC.

Come join us as we join the world of musicians in celebration of the 300 years of death of Dieterich Buxtehude by performing his seven-part passion mediation, "Membra Jesu Nostri" aka The Limbs of Our Lord Jesus Christ!

-BluEmOO on 10 FeB wAs-

2007-02-18T23:05:00.000+08:00

Absolutely wonderful...

I received the official BlueMoo Tee and was given the honour of being called one of the BlueMoo Cafe staff! Hahaha...

The peeps there did some exciting stuff too... like the Oreo and Mango Smoothie fast lanes below...

Btw, HaPPy LunaR New Year Peeps!

-ValentiNe-

2007-02-18T22:57:00.000+08:00

As sum up in the photo! ^^

D, am still a little not too comfortable at the amount you spent but yes, I really love the flowers! ^^

-What is Your SeductioN StyLe-

2007-01-28T14:33:00.000+08:00

-UnpluckeD!-

2007-01-21T12:26:00.000+08:00

-S03 @ Harrys-

2007-01-20T14:39:00.000+08:00

There... Photos of S03's gathering @ MS and Harrys!

SaraYeow, you are indeed a good drinker! Haha... Am intrigued by the Flamin Lamborghini...

Cheers to 7 years and counting!!!

-Dec 06 to Jan 07-

2007-01-20T12:40:00.000+08:00

It has been close to a month since I last updated...

Sorry to those who have been visiting my blog only to see the same posts! I will try to update more often from now on... Now that things have pretty much settled down. =)

Lets see... since my last post on 23 Dec, my life went through pretty significant changes alright.

From X'mas presents' production panic (which to this day, I still owe some people actually... oops...) to Carolling to Party @ Dr Zecky's lovely house to Mid-night Mass @ OLPS to Budak's Late Nite Concert @ Esplanade to Potluck @ ZJ's house to S03's gathering @ MS Pizza Hut followed by drinks @ Harry's to KTV sessions on ladies night @ MS for two consecutive weeks...

Yup, my life is packed to the brim!

But none of these would be possible if not for a person who have been there for me all these while, keeping my sanity meter in check.

D, there is so much I want to say to you... Till I figured out the way to tell you all... I hope a thank you will suffice for now. ^^

-Christmas GrEEtiNgs to aLL-

2006-12-23T16:22:00.000+08:00

Just in case I forget...

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!! ^^

Hope the past year have been great and may the following year be even better!!!

Sorry for the lack of updates... There are so many things I like to update about but time has gotten away from me. An unexpected event that turned my time/schedule/health/work/annual x'mas present totally off-tangent. But I will work hard to get back my health to prepare for the long journey ahead. This may not be the path I should take, but by choice, I will try to travel down this route for as long as I can tahan...

But that being said, here is a shout out to my dearest friend of 17 years and counting... YES I have verified and confirm that I was in Pri 1A....

Your news was one of the best news that I have ever heard since my life unexpectedly went off-tangent. Words cannnot express the joy I feel for you... Thank you Laopa! And thank you Mommy Sarah for choosing me as one of your Jiemeis... making this my first time as a bridesmaid!!! ^^ Congratulations!

This recent unexpected event has made me think more than usual and exercised my brain power to a limit that I never knew existed. In a way, it also taught me how to apply what I have done to work too. That being said, I also like to thank all my friends for providing me with a listening ear and their enormous patience! ^^

If every end represents a new beginning, what does one need to reach the door which opens a new chapter in life?

When one turns selfish and is only concerned with their own interest... does that justify their choice of using someone else as their weapon?

-Baby SaMueL-

2006-12-10T11:58:00.000+08:00

HeRe's Baby Samuel!!! Went to visit Mrs Tan and her latest addition with Kase yesterday after Sentosa... ^^ Isn't he just adorable? And Rei can carry her baby brother really well! ^^ Congrats!!!

-VolleyBall @ Sentosa-

2006-12-10T11:46:00.000+08:00

Here is a distracted daN... what is he looking at???

Ah... Now we know what HE is looking AT...

Distracted again...

Not looking? But actually he looked again after lor...

Then opportunity comes! Retrieved the ball to return to them... Hahaha..

Will upload a short video of those guys in action as well... where daN and jeFF collided... soon!

-My fiRst BreaD & BrowNie-

2006-12-10T11:38:00.000+08:00

Thanks to Hwee Yen, 18 of us from R&D had our first baking session together at the baking workshop held at Phoon Huat on Friday night! And here are the pictures for the first bread and brownie that I have baked that night!!!

Does it look like bread you can get from the bakery outside??? Hahahah... This is called the Tuna Salad Bread!

This is my favourite bread shape... I think it looks so cute!

And here's the Brownie! I brought some of it to Sentosa yesterday and the guys have given me really good comments about the Bread and Brownie! But I half suspect that they were really hungry anyway... so everything would taste real good hor? Hahaha...

-Liz Wedding-

2006-12-10T11:36:00.000+08:00

This is long long overdue... But finally found time to upload the photos from Liz's wedding! (I sure hope she wouldn't mind me doing so.. Hahahah...)

-Long VacatioN-

2006-11-30T21:43:00.000+08:00

Found this on You-Tube... my favourite piece of music from the drama serial! ^^

-IroNically-

2006-11-29T21:59:00.000+08:00

My boss asked me this question this morning: "Don't you have friends you can ask?"

I replied: "No I don't... I am fast becoming anti-social you know?"

Ask what you may wonder "ask what?"... Well, its about Choice. And what is Choice?

About Choice

Choice is a self enrichment experience. It is not just another retreat, it's about making choices.

Looking into every aspect of our relationships with the signifincant people in our lives. A Choice weekend is a weekend getaway from the busy lifestyle. Submerge yourself in serenity. Listen to a series of honest, and heartwarming presentations by a team of singles, couples, priests and religious.

Songs of modern and gospel genre are a part of the weekend. Let the lyrics of the songs entice and move you. There will be group interaction with other participants, to exchange ideas and experiences. What's more, there will be solo exercises for self-reflection - to listen to your inner voice.

Who should attend Choice?If you are a single young adult between 18-40 years old. Special weekends for singles, age above 35 years can be conducted if there are enough participants to make the weekend.

When are the weekends?
Choice weekends are conducted every 4th weekend of the month. Check here for current schedule.

How long is a weekend?
It is a stay-in weekend, begins on a Friday evening at 7:00pm with dinner provided after you've checked in and runs until Sunday evening at 6:30pm.

How much do I have to pay?
Choice is an affordable 3day/2nights getaway in air-conditioned comfort with all meals and materials provided at only $50 per person!

Where is it held?
CHOICE RETREAT HOUSE47, Jurong West St 42. See location map here.

-Extract courtesy from http://www.choice.org.sg/abt-aboutchoice.shtml

There you have it... ^^ This was what my boss wanted me to ask my friends about. While I'm really interested to attend Choice this time round, I don't think I can find someone to go with me even if I like to. -Sigh-

Of course, the earlier remark made to my boss about me not having any friend was made in jest. On my way home, I received many reminders from God that I do have many friends around... From ex-colleagues from CGH to TP classmate to TP juniors to TACS member to my dear Kumon students. As I walked into and out of East Point, I met 8 familiar faces. I must say, this is the first time I ran into so many people in the short span of half an hour.

Thank God indeed... For the many people whom He have brought and still is bringing into my life. ^^

Its the season of Love.Joy.Peace.Hope! Spread the festive cheer!

-Gathering @ Rice Table-

2006-11-11T20:55:00.000+08:00

There... finally gotten the photographs from Clara Lim Geok Yen Freak Freak! Hahahah...

All of us were in photo-taking mood that day... And we did quite alot of different poses alright!

Here is one showing us boxing KarHeng...

And here's one with all the gals trying to lift Esplanade!

-You Are Loved (Don't Give Up)-

2006-11-10T23:43:00.000+08:00

Though its not the MV, these pictures will remind that love brings wonders into others' lives. ^^

Josh Groban's new CD - AWAKE is finally released!!!

-LaDieS iN sHaDes of piNk-

2006-11-07T22:02:00.000+08:00

Guess who dropped by in town last week??? ^^

Gal, I thank your mother for reminding you that we existed. And an email sending me the photos doesn't act as a 'I've arrived safely back in HK" message ok... Humpf...

Interestingly, all 3 of us turned up in shades of pink that night. This is one of those 'magic moments' in our friendship journey don't cha think?

-CraNes to GraiNs-

2006-11-07T21:24:00.000+08:00

From October 2006 to February 2007, fold a crane for the poor and needy in the South East CDC District!

Each paper crane would be exchanged for a bowl of rice, which will be distributed to the poor and needy in the district.

The beneficiaries of Cranes to Grains include: -

Homes

Senior Activity Centres

Family Services Centres

Residents

For any queries, contact Southeast CDC @ 6294 1626 or email to: voluntea@7tech.com

Please note that the paper used to fold the cranes must be 99mm x 99mm.
Simply drop all completed cranes at any Community Centres/CCs in the South East District!

-A Little Night Music-

2006-10-31T21:34:00.000+08:00

A Little Night Music - A Choral Music Concert

Organisers: Dr Zechariah Goh Toh Chai & The Amadeus Choral Society

Date: 21 November 2006
Time: 2000-2200
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Ticket price: S$15 each

*********************************************

Hi Everyone!

As stated above, Dr Zecky and TACS have organised this concert where various primary school choirs take centre stage and perform away for the love of music. ^^

Please contact myself or anyone else from TACS if you are interested to attend the concert or to sponsor tickets (no limit as to numbers but would be good if tickets are sponsored in pairs)

WHY? So that we can spread this festive joy and let the children of lower income families get a chance to attend this concert with their parents. For more details, feel free to drop me an email or contact me!

Thank you!

-Law Fraternity GamEs-

2006-10-29T13:52:00.000+08:00

Ironically, I attended my first Law Fraternity Games after I graduated from TP.

LFG was hosted by TP this year and Muntaz had smsed us about it on Friday. Since I had nothing planned on Saturday and one of the games was Ultimate Frisbee, I thought it would be nice going down to observe and find out how the game was played.

I was dressed appropriately for any 'just in case' moments.

Didn't really expect to participate in the game.

I must say, though we got trashed and razed to the ground, the juniors and I had put up quite a fight. Given that the juniors were playing frisbee for the first time yesterday and we were up against opponents who practise frisbee like every thursday, our group improved as we played against NUS Law and the Law Soc players.

Yesterday was made quite memorable by LFG. Although it would have been made more memorable had the usual gang of people been around like in past years, it was fun seeing some familiar faces among the crowd, like lawyers and pupils from the firm. ^^ Guess it is possible for some of us in R&D to form a team and play ultimate frisbee!

-LazinG OuT-

2006-10-24T12:02:00.000+08:00

It sure is fun waking up late on a Tuesday... Even yesterday didn't really felt like a working day with quite a number of colleagues on leave.

My blog meter reads 7000 visitors... I never thought it would hit this far when I first started my blog. Hahaha... Thank you to all who drops by to read once in awhile. I don't update often but will keep this blog going as long as I'm around.

Just realised that I didn't blog about my after-concert thoughts.

The Mozart and Haydn's concert was a 'comeback' concert for me after about 5 years. I have had other concerts and carolling but this was one full concert that I'm fully involved for the first time in so long.

THANK YOU AZI, TANIA, my cousin-Jo, her friend and my SISTER for supporting me at the concert!

To tell the truth, I was jittering on stage that night. Must have been the lack of 'audience-exposure' for a really long time. Hence, I had to stop myself from jittering too much and hit the wrong notes. The stress level was up too as 2 sops couldn't make it for the concert last minute (as their bosses did not approve their leave... humpf). Luckily, we managed to pull it off alright. ^^

The mooncake festival cum ramadan (in Dr Zecky's words) celebration was a night of much laughter and music. Being in Dr Zecky, Thomas and Mus' company alone is delightfully funny enough. Along with the rest just fills Dr Zecky's house with endless laughter! I was glad that my elder sister actually joined us for this little celebration.

To all my malay friends out there...

Selamat Hari Raya Aidifiltri!

-宮 궁 - Close With You-

2006-10-20T12:02:00.000+08:00

-MinD VoLcaNo-

2006-10-15T12:13:00.000+08:00

One friend once commented that I write well when I am in angst mode.

Lately, I realised my mind would erupt with little writings at least once a day when something causes an impact on me with deep emotions.

Perhaps it might be the tiredness of the mind that led to such writings... Frankly, I never thought I would be able to survive with 4.5 hours of sleep for 4 days in a row and still continued working quite well. I must admit, 宫 has drawn me and my siblings into the story very well. Even my elder sister, who seldoms get so interested in such drama serials, got so sucked into the story that she couldn't wait to watch right to the last episodes! As such, all of us bull-doze all the way till 6am on early Sat morning.

I wonder if there are certain scenes that are actually not in the serial released in Singapore... cos there are some scenes in the MV that I don't recall seeing them in the show. Hmmm...

Back to the tiredness of the mind... I guess I have yet to find the right number of hours of sleep required for me to focus just right everyday. Was supposed to post those little writings that I had wrote but I forgot to bring them back. ^^ Shall post them up in later posts!

While the haze reigns the sky, let us drink more water, have more sleep to not fall into the hazy trap and fall sick!

-In Dreamland agaiN-

2006-10-08T20:59:00.000+08:00

I'm sucked back into Dreamland once again...

The thing about Korean Drama Serials... There would usually be two guys who love and protect this lucky gal deeply and there will be this other gal who will either be a nasty character or an innocent party caught in between parties.

Dreamland indeed... the kinda fairy tale that is fast diminishing. Where divorce rates are raising in our little town, these drama serials seem to provide that comfort and magical world of love, giving the people out there that perhaps, with the slightest possibility, there still lies hope for true love, love that is strong and would last a lifetime...

I have 2 spending weakness... I would have mentioned it before in previous posts...

Yup, CDs and chocolates... I can never curb my spendings on those two things. As long as I set sights on it, I would get it without hesitation.

But I must admit, this is the first time I got the VCD and soundtrack, within a span of 1 day. The music and the songs used in this drama serial is really really good.

-The Lone feeL-

2006-10-03T20:54:00.000+08:00

I can hardly recall the last time I leave the office in daylight.

I can hardly recall the last time I reach home from work before 7 p.m.

Having a piping hot dinner these days seems like a rare treat.

There are days where one can be immersed in good company and still feel so alone... In one particular social event that I attended, while I don't feel out of place, the lone feel just took over...

Similarly, the lack of support of a particular event also brought out the lone feel. No doubt that as friends, we wouldn't be calculative... but sometimes, a response does make a difference I guess.

The lone feel...

"If I could, be the perfect man in your eyes.
I would give all my worth to be a part of your life.
I could promise the world but its out of my hands
I could only give you everything... I have." - Everything I Have-Clay Aiken-A Thousand Different Ways

-Not Only Mozart FestivaL-

2006-09-30T17:02:00.000+08:00

Finally, a new change to my blogskin! Took me about an hour to fit everything in place. Still, I need to figure out how to re-size the font size for my taggie. ^^

The Amadeus Choral Society and vocal students of Jeong Ae Ree and countertenor Thomas Manhart presents...

Venue: SAM-Singapore Arts Museum
Date: 6 October and 8 October respectively
Time: 8p.m. and 5p.m respectively
Price: $19+$1 ticket charge and $15+$1 ticket charge respectively

Special ticket promotion for both events are available at www.gatecrash.com.sg!!! Do come and join us in celebrating the anniversaries of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Michael Haydn!!!

-tHe iDeaL bLuemOO-

2006-09-30T15:30:00.000+08:00

Yesterday was a rare sight @ BluemOO...

There were tables and chairs... no rows of chairs...

There was plenty of walking space...

There was service provided... drinks and snacks were brought to our table...

What a rare sight indeed... I only remember seeing such a sight back in September 2004, exactly 2 years ago.

It was quite a memorable night as Kah Keh did a solo gig @ BluemOO. ^^ Well, now I know that when one is really tired, Jazz is definitely sleep inducing!!! But this is not a direct comment for his gig last night. Hahaha.. Another thing that I learned about Jazz yesterday was how the pianist and the singer would share equal moments. Guess I never took note of that. ^^

And of course, Budak did 2 songs for us as a surprise last night. And Mikey did a solo for
"Somewhere over the Rainbow"! Hahahah... Hilarious and as entertaining as always!

-Clay iS BacK-

2006-09-26T21:27:00.000+08:00

I walked into Popular @ Bras Basah last Friday and chanced upon this poster...

Which made me realise that Clay finally released another album!!! *Jumps for Joy*

Listen to his new song!!!

Needless to say, I bought the CD immediately... not from CD-Rama though. Hahaha...

The CD is perfect as usual... And it has 2 of my favourite songs in it!!! ^^

And then I got yet another surprise when I watched Scrubs last night... Yup, its Clay on TV!!! For those who have missed it, here is part of the show... ENJOY!!!

-WeDDiNgs, SwimminG @ SRC & Busy SaturdaY-

2006-09-24T20:28:00.000+08:00

Top (left to right): Corina's husband, ex-rodyk - Patrick, mE, Corina, Doris, TTW, Paul, Zhul & LKM

MoRe pictureS!!! These are from Nadia's wedding... The funniest thing that happened at this wedding was when the singer went up striaght to Nadia's boss (unknowingly) and got him to sing Chan Mali Chan! Hahaha...

Took 1/2 day on Friday and went swimming with JNP people @ SRC... The Indoor pool was nicely done up and for the first time in my life, I did steam bath, sauna, jacuzzi & swimming all in 3 hours. I didn't dare to try the hot and cold pool though. Maybe next time! ^^

And here's some snapshots from Mark's wedding yesterday. ^^
The ceremony was a little different from Jenwei's wedding (of which I no longer have the photos cos my sis accidentally deleted them) but I guess Mark kinda picked some tips from her wedding and did one particular similar act... which is to straighten the veil before kissing his bride.

After the wedding, I headed back to office with Jiaying. Joanna hitched a ride but ended up going home from office cos we missed the turn to her house. After staying in office for about 1/2 hour or so, I made my way to JNP for the FQ game and I must admit, I had lots of fun playing it! Sure hope that the rest of the NoiseMakers would be able to make it for the FQ game the next time round. I definitely won't mind playing it again! Cos I made this huge mistake and ended up playing loads of interest money when I didn't had to. BaH.

Then I had dinner with 4 JNP people with their other halfs at Glutton's Square. We were supposed to catch an acapella performance but ended up missing it totally. But I stayed on to watch Key Elements (and Mikey called me a traitor for watching their performance... Bleah...) Seems like the details on the poster for this performance retained the names of the "old" Key Elements and so, by pure mistake, though that Kah Keh would be singing. Otherwise, I might not have stayed behind. Still, the performance was entertaining and refreshing and it definitely made me miss Budak's session even more. Budaks! Sing sooN!!!

Ran into Samuel from TACS after the performance (turns out that he was watching Key Elements too) and chatted all the way home. It sure is nice to run into people we don't meet often... and given that we didn't really spoke to each other before, yesterday's conversation taught us alot more about each other.

-TeacheRs' DaY Is CominG-

2006-08-30T11:41:00.000+08:00

Did these flowers for my colleague's daughter's nursery teachers. Thought I take pictures of it to remind myself that I've done this kind of wrapping before.

Looking back at my gift-making history, I'm still kinda hazy about what I'll be making for teachers' day. Given that I have about half a day more to complete the presents, I guess I better start fast!

Yup, I'm presently recouperating at home, on MC for 3 days. The pain seem to be worse than my first wisdom tooth extraction but this time, seems like my dentist decided not to sew the stitches to my cheek and so, I can speak properly unlike the last time! *grumble* Now I have no idea if he actually made a mistake the last time by stitching my cheek... Bleah...

-DiNNer @ Waraku @ ECP-

2006-08-30T11:39:00.000+08:00

Elder sister brought the family out for dinner @ Waraku... The food was lovely! My dad called me suaku for taking pictures but I just had to take pictures!!

-MY SuckAo MuG-

2006-08-30T11:37:00.000+08:00

My Suckao Mug is here!!! Did my first milk chocolate drink for my younger sister and my mother... ^^ Thanks Christopher, for ordering the mug for me!

-TPJC 20th Anniversary on 26.08.06-

2006-08-30T11:22:00.000+08:00

Here are the pictures taken from the TPJC 20th Anniversary Dinner! It was quite a dinner with lots of chattering and laughter. Not much comments about the food though... Took photos with ex-principle, Mrs Susan Chan, the now VP, Mr Toh, my favourite chinese teacher, Mr Tan as well as the very pregnant Mdm Ang, the petite Mrs Neo, Mr Ivan Sum and Mdm Mai. I also ran into my choir senoirs, You Xiang and Lizhu! In fact, Lizhu is currently a teacher in TPJC!

Which reminds me... I did a memorable parking in the school compound. Being the first car to park at the compound where the flag raising is usually held, I had the chance to park my car at the edge of the compound and with the possibility of the car falling off the boundaries... Sheesh.

Here's an imprompto pic of the senoirs whom we shared the table with, together with Mr Chew aka Botak Chew...

T(left to right): David, Liu Xiang, Daniel, Me, Ying Chao, Justine
B(left to right): Kendrick, Khen Theen, Thiam Yong, Jansen

Then here's the complete group picture! Our senoirs, from Sea Sports Club were certainly a nice bunch of people to chat with! Most of us adjourned to a coffee session at Cafe Cartel after and chatted till close to 1 am! Thanks daN! For introducing such nice company!!! ^^

Its amazing how we chatted so much but at the end of the day, we didn't really catch the names of the senoirs. Their names will be confirmed sooN!!

-BelateD PreseNt-

2006-08-26T16:59:00.000+08:00

And here's my belated birthday present from Zaid... ^^ I just had to take a picture of it. Its just so pretty! Thank U Zaid!

-MagiC BeaNs-

2006-08-26T16:55:00.000+08:00

I saw this beans for sale in Popular and decided to get one bean for Grace's Birthday.
Out of curiousity, I took one bean and grew it according to the instructions. And suprise! It bloated!!! Hahaha..

Sorry that the photos are a little blury but nontheless, you can see what I meant by bloated. ^^ Yup, I'm amused indeed...

-DiNNeR for 2nd & 3rd QuarteR BabieS-

2006-08-26T16:48:00.000+08:00

And the NoiseMakers are back! Hahahah...

We kinda took ages to decide how we wanted to celebrate the birthdays that we delayed the celebrations for 2nd Quarter babies. Hence, we set an imprompto date and tada! Almost everyone turned up. Only Kun, D@n, Char, Jun and Gene couldn't make it due to their other commitments.

Nevertheless, I decided to hold a writing exercise for everyone to renew our friendship. Although all of us felt like we were doing our A levels again, busy scribbling away like the world was going to end. But all our efforts were worthwhile! ^^

-Flower Surprise @ Raffles Place-

2006-08-26T16:43:00.000+08:00

I walked out of the Raffles MRT station on 14 August 2006 and was greeted by this colourful sight. ^^

It certainly brightened my Monday!

So what were the flowers for?? Its actually a NETS IT! advertisement! Really smart of them to think of this method!

-Photos takeN on BdaE-

2006-08-12T13:12:00.000+08:00

On my way to the Esplanade to have dinner with my family, I came across this artistic picture...

Then I decided to take a photo of the lovely scenic view...

Didn't take any photos during dinner but here are the photos taken with my mom and younger sister! This nutty cheese cake that I had was made by my colleague! Really yummy and nutty!

My mom made me and my sister take a picture with that condo poster. And there's my first drink from Max Brenner! I'm totally in love with the stuff there. My elder sister bought me the "Mexican Spicy Chocolate" drink! Not bad indeed.

And I went Max Brenner yesterday with Christopher after watching the fireworks! Finally tasted the fondue and Suckao! Photos with Christopher. Shall upload later!

-Darkness... Cannot sEE, Cannot HeaR-

2006-08-10T16:17:00.000+08:00

I finally found out the possible reason for this pain that I would experienced periodically on my right abdominal area over the past year but the way I found out wasn't a pleasant one.

As always, I made my way to work without having my breakfast in the morning. Its not that I'm not hungry but I just don't have the appetite in the morning, so I usually start munching only around 9-10am.

Was reading the shipping case to prep myself for the discussion I was suppose to have in the afternoon and the pain seemed to be a little more unbearable than usual.

Then it happened when the train went into the tunnel.

I felt a little nauseous... Wondered if I was going to puke in the train.

Then suddenly I can't see clearly. Colours were drained out of my eyes and the surrounding people turned into black and white images.

Then my ears were blocked.

I started sweating as well and all I could think of that moment was, should I faint, would my mom know where to find me?

So I started to use my brain to prevent me from fainting... kept repeating to myself that I cannot faint. And I force myself to knee down.

Pulled out my phone from my bag and called Alyn but there was no response so I messaged my second alternative person whom I believe would be in the office at that point in time.

Thank you J Ling... You were the only other person whom I could think of that would be in the office. Thank you for bringing Vinlee along and for accompanying me to the doctor's. I owe you one. =)

And Alyn, no worries alright, I understand why you couldn't pick up my call then. =)

Who would have thought that Gastric was that powerful eH? I'm going to have regular meals from now on...

-NDP @ Laopa's House-

2006-08-10T16:15:00.000+08:00

In the 16 years that I've known Michael, I have never been to his house before. Finally, I went to his place yesterday to enjoy a fantastic view of the fireworks from the field just next to his block!

-Team SingaporE Fireworks on 08.08.06-

2006-08-10T16:12:00.000+08:00

Its the time of the year for fireworks festival again! Though I missed the Team Italy's, I've made plans to make sure I catch the remaining teams' fireworks display! Here's 2 of the better videos I took for the fireworks display from Team Singapore!

-S03 Gathering @ Maestro on 06.08.06-

2006-08-10T16:03:00.000+08:00

It was great to meet up with S03 people again after quite awhile. =) Lovely company, lovely food!

The food range was wide and the desserts were really pretty and yummy! Check out the Tofu Burger and Soft Shell Crab Crepe!

-Thank U-

2006-08-07T23:11:00.000+08:00

To Benedict, for being the first person to send his best wishes on Sunday afternoon.

To Daphnie, who managed to remember it somehow while chatting with me on the phone on Sunday night.

To Bin, for being the first person to send her wishes on the actual day at 12.01 am.

To Allan, WeiSiang, ZhiKang, Daphnie, Junji, Christopher, Terence, KaiFeng, Lyn, Daniel, Lester, Xiong, Grace, ThaNk YoU for the lovely msgs that kept me busy through my day.

To Ivan, Happy Birthday!

To Alyn, my new friend and lunch buddy @ work, thank you for your lovely card which started my day on a happy note.

To Hida, though you tried to slip the present on my table secretly, Yes, I saw you attempting to put the present while I was walking back to my table. Thank U! I love the present! =)

[Added on 10.08.06: -
To JoE and Charlene, for sending your wishes via email and e-card respectively. Thank you for the wise advice and cute card!]

To Chunwai and Silas, thank you for welcoming me with your wishes when I signed into MSN.

To my boss, J Ling, thank you for your msg that I just received. Yes, I'm blogging about you!

[Added on 10.08.06: -
To Justina, Nadira, Tania and Michael... Thank you for your wishes! No worries though it was belated. =)
To Eulene and Kevin, you guys may have remembered wrongly but nonetheless, Thank yoU!

Thank U! ^.^ More updates soon!

-Fly Away-

2006-08-05T22:28:00.000+08:00

-Smile Singapore-

2006-08-05T22:24:00.000+08:00

Its a little small... But yup, my picture's in there... =)

-Finally... I'm Back!-

2006-07-20T21:14:00.000+08:00

Hi EveryonE!!!

Its been a long long while indeed. Yup, I know. My home computer died on us a few weeks ago and I was so busy with work, I just don't have the energy to on the computer when I get home.

But here I am, back again! There are loads of stuff I wish to upload, especially the many photos from graduation to the sweet church wedding of my colleague, who will be back next Monday from her honeymoon! Hahah... I just can't WAIT for her to come back!

Ok, am getting sleepy. Going to have an early night! Will blog more often now that a new computer is finally residing in our house.

To end off...

CommoN VoiCes Annual Concert - For You on 19 August 2006 @ YMS
Tickets @ $12.00 each
Repertoire for the night: Folk songs!

The Amadeus Choral Society presents...

Tickets @ $15 each
Repertoire for the night: Spanning A Capella and Accompanied Contemporary Asian Songs and Sacred Music Works!

Do lend your support to the local art groups!!! =)

-MeaNinG oF FrienDs-

2006-06-06T23:29:00.000+08:00

When I first heard the song "Water Night", performed by the African Choir during the choir competition in Austria, I was blown away...

Since then, I made a mental note that I would definitely get the works of the composer of the song when I can afford it.

Unfortunately, the local shops don't carry his works. Hence, I debated getting the CD via Amazon.com.

Now, what has this got to do with the title of this post then?

The first person that came to mind to consult about the reliability of getting stuff from Amazon was one friend whom I seldom speak to. Hence, while I wasn't surprise by the response, I was turned off by it... In response to my query as to whether a particular choir group had bought the CD via internet, he responded:

"Sometimes, you shouldn't approach people only when you need them."

I shan't elaborate further on my response. Basically, I made my point known to him.

I am fortunate to have many friends from different walks of life. Friends whom I seldom meet, whom I've lost touch with, whom I know absolutely nothing about their on-goings at present. But are they still my friends? YES of course. WHY? Cos friends are those who came into my life for a period of time. And by friends, I do not mean mere acquaintances.

Hence, I decided to send a msg to ALL my friends this afternoon (to those whose contact numbers are in my hp). Nothing fancy, no bear/pig/other cute illustrations. Just plain simple words.

103 msgs sent

15 msgs received

What am I trying to show here?

1. It takes two to clap. If you choose to slap me with a "Sometimes you shouldn't approach people when you need them", I hope the above tells you that, not everyone would respond to a greeting msg and sometimes, people NEED a reason before approaching others.

2. If I am going to fault all those who did not responded, I would lose most of my memories cos each of them hold a part to it.

Friends accept them as who we truly are. Friends don't fault each other for not having even responding or question after your well-being.

It takes two to clap...

I would never be able to describe the true meaning of friends cos there's so much to it... But at least, don't let pettiness dampen it...

-SonGs tHat BinD mE bacK tO mEmOriEs-

2006-06-04T14:53:00.000+08:00

With Kun working in the same office as I, my lunch time was spent out of office instead of the usual choice of packing lunch back to office, chat with those who packed lunch back like me and back to work at 2pm.

As lunch hour became more meaningful, it meant more window shopping and discovering of new places and new stuff to add to the "want to buy" list.

I chance upon the Snow.Wolf.Lake muscial soundtrack in one of the CD shops located at the underpass and it was going for $8.80. What were the odds I would give it a miss? Zero obviously.

Unexpectedly though, I hadn't expect the rush of emotions that passed through me while I listened to the CD at work. Then again, it only confirmed that songs are really the easiest key to memories, especially when the song expresses a part of the relationship.

Does it mean that we are not over the relationship then? Well, there's no definite answer to that. But most of the time, when that particular song no longer pricks or induce such strong emotions, I guess the answer would be quite obvious. Nevertheless, everyone would have different reactions.

On another note, I think I happen to belong to a group of beings who needs music to bring us through work/reading. While most people would have that impression that a person who is listening to music is not productive or not concentrating in their work, I really beg to differ. Then again, it only re-emphasis the fact that... Assumption would make an ass out of you and mE!

Enjoy the videos!

-BSB-

2006-05-31T23:24:00.000+08:00

I'm not a BSB crazy fan...

The first CD I had was the Millenium...

And I got the second CD on Monday. Yup.. their latest.. Late? I guess. But I also learnt a lesson. When Clay Aiken's first CD came out, I was so anxious, I purchase it almost straight away. And guess what... few weeks later, there was extra song and DVD music videos aka special edition of the CD...

So I've learnt... Good stuff... are worth waiting... =)

Anyway, back to BSB... I realised, in their video for "Just Want You To Know", BSB are not just good-looking, they would look damn pretty if they were girls man! DISCLAIMER: I'm not insulting them, I'm serious... And its a compliment. *winks*

-EmotioNs-

2006-05-31T22:44:00.000+08:00

I've been driven by emotions for this week...

Hormones...

Sigh...

Poor Kun (he's been working with me as a temp staff at my work place) and he suffered an emotional Monday for this week... But you know what? I'll miss having him as my lunch partner and my "go work, go home" companion.

I really feel that I'm getting older. Colleague of mine brought her adorable baby boy to office today and all the 'aunties' literally cooed after him.

Yup, believe it or not, I CAN hear the clock ticking.

And it doesn't help whenever I go to Kumon and have those adorable darlings of mine cuddling up to me.

I am truly exhausted too really. But I also realise, life goes in cycles... There are good periods and down periods. I nearly wanted to quit Kumon for good last week but I realise, my mood got so much better this week. Likewise for work. When there's no work, there's no work. When there's work to do, everything comes at once, burying you deep in the sand.

But I guess that's working life. And I am still adjusting.

On another note, I finally know who was the actress I was trying to tell Char, Jun, Kun and Dan that I ran into at East Point NTUC...

She is Maggie Cheung...

I might be wrong but she looked just like her... and she spoke Cantonese plus she had that actress air. So it should be her. =) I just wonder why would she be at East Point NTUC but then again, its not really my business... afterall, actors/actresses/politicians/any other famous beings are still human beings.

And me being human... I need my sleep... Hahahha... Tata for now!

-The 5 LovE LanGuaGes-

2006-05-12T17:18:00.000+08:00

The Five Love Languages

My primary love language is probably
Quality Time
with a secondary love language being
Words of Affirmation.

Complete set of results

Quality Time:		9
Words of Affirmation:		7
Physical Touch:		6
Acts of Service:		5
Receiving Gifts:		3

Information

Unhappiness in relationships, according to Dr. Gary Chapman, is often due to the fact that we speak different love languages. Sometimes we don't understand our partner's requirements, or even our own. We all have a "love tank" that needs to be filled in order for us to express love to others, but there are different means by which our tank can be filled, and there are different ways that we can express love to others.

Take the quiz

-ChiLL oUt @ Thai Express-

2006-05-12T16:58:00.000+08:00

We gals had a chiLL out session yesterday @ Thai Express...

It sure was a great time spent together with endless chattering...

"A new crisp $10 note VS A crumpled $10 VS A crumpled and stepped on $10"

At the end of the day, it is still a note worth $10.

Moral of the above sentence, no matter how "crumpled" or "trampled" [your bosses/teachers/parents/friends] make you feel, you are still of the same value.

Perhaps, we can adopt the "tahan tahan tahan" mentality that one Jeffery Goh had shared with the teachers-to-be yesterday and thanks to JuN, who in turn shared it with us and made the dinner an enjoyable one with much laughter.

No matter how worthless the surroundings make you seem... You must remember, you are still worthy!

-AwesoMe VideO-

2006-05-07T16:39:00.000+08:00

-CommoN LaNguagE-

2006-05-07T15:36:00.000+08:00

I faintly recall commenting that Music is the common currency for the world, connecting people of different races and different cultures together.

Yesterday, I learned that Sports can also be considered a common currency. Where people can make friends via similar sport interests. From strangers to friends.

Interesting isn't it?

Its been a long while since I last blogged. Not so much cos I had nothing to blog about but I seem to spend less time online. Most of the time, I would spend whatever time online to check and clear my emails and read a couple of my friend's blog if possible and that's it. I guess that's what working life means. But would I submit to the working world's routine? We'll see about that. =)

The birthday celebration for Desheng @ The Rice Table was an enjoyable one. It made me realise I do miss being in their company as it had been ages since I last saw them. A night of laughter and juicy gossips indeed. Hahah.. and of course, many photo-taking.

Then there was the endless rallies and hustlings for GE 2006.

I actually managed to attend a full rally on Thursday @ AMK with one of the pupils in the firm! It being my first rally (not counting snippets of lunch time rally I attended), I must say I was hugely amused. Not by the speakers (there were some really good speakers), but by the crowd. Now, with the GE behind us, I would definitely look forward to the next one and pay closer attention to Nation's news.

Work has been interesting actually though tiring. I'm getting more challenging stuff to do and its truly a never ending learning process for me. =)

More news the next time then.. =) Hope everyone else is doing fine! As for those whose exams are over, ENJoY the HoLs!

-You like to experience everything! You go for the renaissance type!-

2006-05-07T15:32:00.000+08:00

Want a partner who's into just about everything?

Well, you've found him in your Renaissance man!

This man is extremely passionate about everything you can think of. His interests run the gamut, from football scores to Dutch art, and he delves into all of his interests enthusiastically. Your man will do anything and go anywhere and most likely have a smile on his face the whole time.

You'll constantly be mesmerised by how much information he soaks up and retains. Whether it's because he's extremely well cultured or due to his romantic nature, you can't help yourself falling for this bloke.

Although he has a plethora of redeeming qualities, this great catch can be somewhat dotty. He can sometimes lose sight of reality and wind up living happily in the clouds. But when it comes down to it, that's exactly where this man will put you - on cloud nine.

O.K. Now you know your type. But would you ask a stranger in for a cup of coffee?

-Only HopE-

2006-04-22T18:24:00.000+08:00

There's a song that's inside of my soul
Its the one that I've tried to write over and over again
I'm awake in the infinite cold
But you sing to me over and over and over again

Chorus:
So I lay my head back down
And I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours, I pray, to be only yours
I know now you're my only hope

Sing to me the song of the stars
Of your galaxy dancing and laughing and laughing again
When it feels like my dreams are so far
Sing to me of the plans that you have for me over again

Chorus

I give you my destiny
I'm giving you all of me
I want your symphony, singing in all that I am
At the top of my lungs, I'm giving it back

So I lay my head back down
And I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours, I pray, to be only yours
I pray, to be only yours
I know now you're my only hope

Hmmmmm, Hmmmmm, Oooooh

A lovely song by Mandy Moore...
I learned from DaN that its from "A walk to remember"... I shall get the VCD!

Work's been tiring... but at least I'm occupied. I guess I'm the kind who would complain and then get use to it eventually. Strange isn't it? Nevertheless, I'm starting to feel more at home over at the south side now. =)

The GE is finally coming! Not that I'm very excited about it... Still, should I get the chance to vote, it would be my very first!

Have a good wkend!

-mY hEaRt tUgS-

2006-04-13T13:53:00.000+08:00

When I saw the similar bag held out to me from Aunt Julie, containing a gift to me from my dearest student, my first thought was:

"Oh, so my student decided to place her gift into the bag I had placed her present in to hand it to me."

As I took a closer look at the bag on my way out of the centre, I realise that the bag was taped up. That was when my heart tugged for the first time as I thought:

"Did me and my student went to the same shop to get our presents for each other?"

I got more excited and so I decided to open the present while walking back home. I had thought it was a photo frame as I could feel the edges but when I pulled out the frame, my heart tugged yet again...

Cos it was a frame with my name on it...

And why did my heart tugged again? Cos I had nearly gotten the very same gift for my student... and if I did, we would have given each other similar presents on the same day... ... ...

Its amazing isn't it? How minds can be so alike? Though I am regretting a little for not getting the very same gift as the shop I went to ran out of frames for 5 letters and I failed to notice boards without letters on them (like what my student did above), the very possibility that we nearly got the same present for each other warmed me up almost immediately. =)

Have a good long wkend pple! And yes... I'm on MC... thus the ability to blog at this hour... hahahaha...

-Collage foR thE OfficE-

2006-04-10T21:56:00.000+08:00

Some of the photos are repeats...

While some are not...

Nevertheless, its a collage for my office computer...

As my wall paper!!!

Nothing but pictures help to make my days happier. =)

Look towards the long weekend people!

And an early Happy Easter!

-HistoricaL EveNt? MaYbE-

2006-04-01T16:17:00.000+08:00

Its yet another week and I must confess... I've been late for 4 days of the past week! I wondered if the dentist would have given me a longer mc had he known that I was working? If he had thought I was studying, that probably might have make some sense as to why he gave me mc over the weekend right? Bleah... Somehow the medication made me really lethargic but I managed to do work alright.

Thankfully the pain has decreased significantly and though I still can't speak properly, I sure hope that I would get my speech back once the stitches are removed.

Ok, back to my heading for today. So what historical event right? Yesterday, I had my first exciting event since I started work. Why exciting? It started out on Wednesday evening when I got into the lift with one of the partners and as he entered the lift, he went: "Yi (for about 2 secs) mei, do you want to help me arrest a ship?"

As the idea stayed in my head through the whole night, I wondered, why not? It sounded really exciting and though I had not taken Shipping Law, I can alwiz try to learn right? So on thursday, I hopped onto the wagon for the arrest.

To keep the story short, the ship that we arrested wasn't as big as I had thought initially. Mention ship and the picture that pops up in my mind include tankers and cargo ships. But not these two, they are similar to ferry boats and not that big. STILL, its my very first time witnessing a ship arrest!

So off we went, 1 secretary, 1 court clerk, 1 paralegal aka me, 2 pupils, 3 associates and 1 partner. Quite a big group for an arrest of 2 cruise boats (which are empty by the way) but nevertheless, exciting!

Here are the photos taken yesterday!

And there we are, taking group photos after the arrest was accomplished. It was only when I got to the pier then I found out that it was the pier's last day in function! As one of the associates mentioned, we probably made history for being the last persons making a ship arrest and departing from clifford pier! Hahahahaha...

There you have it! This one exciting little event taken out from my working life. Cool isn't it? I sure hope to get a chance to witness an arrest of one of those huge tankers or cargo ships!

-PCD - BeeP-

2006-03-26T20:28:00.000+08:00

-OverDose Of ParaCetaMoL... I duN carE-

2006-03-25T13:12:00.000+08:00

When the dentist's nurse first quoted me $450 for the extraction of one wisdom tooth, I nearly fainted... Then I reminded myself, this is the dentist that have seen me since young... and this is the ONLY dentist that I really trust, having seen others before.

Shortly after came the news that the Government is giving out bonuses to the people of legal age. Hence, my contribution to remove my wisdom tooth is subsidised in a way and that comforted me...

The day dawned... and it didn't help that I was freaking out and was a little late for my appointment. The dentist was having a conversation, which he tried to end it using me as an excuse... I stepped into the room and saw the anaesthetic jab needle on the tray...

I didn't stop to stare at it longer to find out how thick the needle was... I could feel it poking through but it wasnt as painful as I thought it would be.

The dentist then surprised me by saying that he would pluck out my lower tooth followed by the upper one. I had thought it would be just ONE.

Then came the drilling sounds...

And many minutes passed before he finally got my stubborn lower left wisdom tooth out...

Then came the strings... and my gums were stitched up.

"Now we will take out the upper one... or we can wait lah, your upper gum is still quite thick, lets wait till the tooth grows out a little more ok?"

Knowing that it would be much cheaper, since its the same side. I agreed. The ordeal has been quite enough for me in a day...

And gurgling with half of my mouth in numbness made me felt like a disabled... its how the water just drips out from my left side and I can't control it at all.

Pain? DUH...

I just hope the pain wun get any worse as of now... I SHALL SLEEP the day away to stop myself from drowning in paracetamol pills to ease the pain.

Then again, this experience is rather nice... my younger sister cooked mee for me and is currently cooling it down cos I'm not suppose to take hot food on the first day.

My mother boiled barley water for me...

I'm expected to be not able to speak for the next few days. Perfect excuse for keeping real quiet at work.

And interestingly... I've gotten MC from today till Monday...

Why did I get an MC for today and tmr???? I seriously have no idea... in d@n's words, "the dentist must be quite kuku." Then again, it might be the nurse who is kuku... who knows? Hahahah..

Before I end off, BIRTHDAY SHOUT OUT TO LESTER AND MATTHEW! Both Lims by the way... Hahahhaha...

And off I go... to enjoy the instant mee prepared by my younger sister... =)

-Yo d@n, Dun Lao Nua-

2006-03-19T18:46:00.000+08:00

Haha.. I kinda caught the fever from dan and fell in love with Pussy Cat Dolls...

They really sing real nice! Hahahah... Thanks to You Tube, here are some of the videos that I really like! Sorry for catching up with such technology only recently... Enjoy!!!! Hahahaha

-Pussy Cat Dolls - Sway-

2006-03-19T18:44:00.000+08:00

-Pussy Cat Dolls - Don't Cha-

2006-03-19T18:37:00.000+08:00

-PiGs aRe-

2006-03-19T18:21:00.000+08:00

Contrary to its rather negative reputation in the West, the Pig of Chinese Astrology may be the most generous and honorable Sign of the Zodiac. Pigs are nice to a fault and possess impeccable manners and taste. They have so much of the perfectionist in them that others may be inclined to perceive them as snobs, but this is a misconception. Pigs are simply possessed of a truly luxurious nature, one that delights in finery and riches (in surroundings, food, lovemaking and otherwise). This Sign believes in the best qualities of mankind and certainly doesn't consider itself to be superior. Pigs also care a great deal about friends and family and work hard to keep everyone in their life happy. Helping others is a true pleasure for the Pig, who feels best when everyone else is smiling.

A Pig with no one around to appreciate its giving nature is a sad sight. Pigs are so magnanimous they can appear almost saintly; this can lead some less-than-well-intentioned souls to stomp all over this Sign, and the bad news is, the Pig will take the blows! Pigs make great companions in part because of their refusal to see the more negative or base qualities in a partner, but that rose-colored view can lead to this Sign's allowing itself to be taken advantage of. Contrary to their seemingly benign dispositions, however, Pigs can be quite venomous in response to being crossed by a lover, friend or business partner.

Pigs are highly intelligent creatures, forever studying, playing and probing in their quest for greater knowledge. They can be misinterpreted as being lazy, however, due to their love of reveling in the good stuff; this Sign could happily spend hours on end making love, napping, taking a long bubble bath or dallying over an incredible spread of rich foods. Pigs tend to make wonderful life partners due to their hearts of gold and their love of family. Even so, Pigs can be rather exclusive, choosing to spend time with those who will appreciate them most and ignore the rest of the populace. Pigs would do well to realize that there's more to life than being needed. When they open up their world to a diverse group of people, they will truly bloom.
The most compatible match for a Pig is the Rabbit or the Goat.

-Brain BoggLers-

2006-03-18T19:01:00.000+08:00

My younger sister asked me to help find out a list of 10 words describing phobias... So here goes...

1. HYDROPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of water

2. CIBOPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of food

3. PYROPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of fire

4. CLAUSTROPHOBIA - an adnormal fear of confined spaces

5. CRYOPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of ice, frost or extreme cold

6. OPHIDIOPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of snakes

7. GLOSSOPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of public speaking

8. EISOTROPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of mirrors

9. TRISKAIDEKAPHOBIA - an abnormal fear of the number 13

10. PARASKAVEDEKATRIAPHOBIA - an abnormal fear for Friday the 13th!

I think I like word number 10... its probably the longest word I have ever came across this far! Wahahahahah... 23 letters in total... cool? =)

Life's great... get to learn something new everyday!

-First Day @ Work Was...-

2006-03-15T21:31:00.000+08:00

Getting my old seat back... In the corner that I was quite comfortable in...

Saying "Hi, I'm Yimei, paralegal in liti dept" to dozens of people whose names I barely remembered and likewise, I think they probably won't remember my name after I said helo.

Having a warm welcome back from the liti dept save for some of the people who gives you the evil laughter and makes you wonder if you made the right choice.

I started decorating my table on the second day. ^.^ Now, I've got photos of loved ones surrounding me to accompany me through my working days. Soon, there will be a mini larder for my store of food to keep me awake through working hours. Hahahah...

I do miss chatting on msn... since I'm not allowed to at work. But then again, I'm learning new things along the way and with stuff to keep me occupied, I don't have time to chat online either. ^.^ Its a different phase of life alright... And I have taken my first step into it.

Press on for the week!

-5 FactoRs-

2006-03-09T16:04:00.000+08:00

Your Five Factor Personality Profile

Extroversion:
You have medium extroversion.You're not the life of the party, but you do show up for the party.Sometimes you are full of energy and open to new social experiences.But you also need to hibernate and enjoy your "down time."
Conscientiousness:
You have high conscientiousness.Intelligent and reliable, you tend to succeed in life.Most things in your life are organized and planned well.But you borderline on being a total perfectionist.
Agreeableness:
You have high agreeableness.You are easy to get along with, and you value harmony highly.Helpful and generous, you are willing to compromise with almost anyone.You give people the benefit of the doubt and don't mind giving someone a second chance.
Neuroticism:
You have low neuroticism.You are very emotionally stable and mentally together.Only the greatest setbacks upset you, and you bounce back quickly.Overall, you are typically calm and relaxed - making others feel secure.
Openness to experience:
Your openness to new experiences is medium.You are generally broad minded when it come to new things.But if something crosses a moral line, there's no way you'll approve of it.You are suspicious of anything too wacky, though you do still consider creativity a virtue.

The Five Factor Personality Test

-1st QuarteR BabieS PhotoS-

2006-03-07T18:16:00.000+08:00

-Whew- It took me nearly an hour just cutting and pasting these photos and uploading them!!!
Still, here they are!!! Hahahah... ^.^

Photos taken during the preparation stage... where Fran, ZJ, Dan, Kun, Char and myself get the fire started!

Then there's the BBQ proper...

Candid shots in between munching...

Bdae cake moments! The cake had one name missing cos we called jason along rather late... hahah.. but nevertheless, he was pushed into the bdae group for photo taking!

The bdae babies... in their specific months...

The groups pictures, with Dan's camera positioned on top of containers placed on the table! There's Kun.. being extra as usual.. Hahahah

Then the group retreated to the chambers above... And that's when Dan took this picture with the mysterious circle... We insist it was reflection while the owner claimed otherwise.. spooky isnt it? Hahaha... See how the circle is absent in the photo below??

And there you have it! Photos as promised! Hahahah... We certainly took loads of pictures eh? ^.^

-Walk DowN thE mEmOrY LanE 3-

2006-03-07T16:29:00.000+08:00

I took a walk along a route after my visit to the Doc at my old town area.

A route I have ceased to walk along for more than 5 years...

I can still remember the time limit my mother set on me... 15 minutes. It was all the time I had to get to and from school. But for today, I took my time... absorbing the sight along the way.

Some shops have changed while some still remained. Interestingly, most of the ma-ma stores along the way were all closed for business. Even the Safe superstore is no longer in operation.

Stepping into the once familiar school ground, nothing has changed. In fact, much of the physical building looked the same save for its paint. As I approached the teachers' office, I stopped by the teachers' board and identified less than 1/3 of the teaching staff.

So many new faces...

The teachers I came back to visit weren't in the office. Thankfully, a half an hour wait made my visit worthwhile. My chinese teacher came into sight and into the office I went. Chatted for awhile and went to the canteen for a drink and ran into the other teacher I came back for. It certainly seem very very long since I've graduated from the school.

At least, my teachers managed to remember who I was!

-1st QuarteR BabieS-

2006-03-05T21:32:00.000+08:00

Happy Birthday to our First Quarter Year Babies!!! ^.^

-Drumroll-

Jan - d@n and Kiat

Feb - ZJ and Jason

Mar - Char and KuN

Great food... Good laughter... Splendid company!

No doubt all of us are leading our busy lives but gatherings as such are certainly therapeutic! It was great time spent along with much laughter, especially while viewing a number of video clips from old old television drama series and many many different advertisements! We should have this kinda moments periodically to keep ourselves sane! Hahah..

More photos soon! Camera owners, rem to send out the photos!!

-The Seven Sins-

2006-03-03T22:57:00.000+08:00

Greed:	Low
Gluttony:	Medium
Wrath:	Medium
Sloth:	Medium
Envy:	Very Low
Lust:	Very Low
Pride:	Medium

Take the Seven Deadly Sins Quiz

-A DecisioN FinaLLy-

2006-03-03T22:33:00.000+08:00

Yup.. I have finally made my decision.

-Heave a sigh of relief-

My head no longer hurts and I'm no longer in dilemma state.

I'm ready to start work!!!! ^.^

-A waLk DowN MemorY LanE 2-

2006-03-01T12:41:00.000+08:00

I can't remember when was the last time I walked past the children care centre... The route seemed so familiar...

I took a walk down the memory lane yesterday when I went back to CGH for lunch with AC and Karent. Many changes indeed... In fact, I only knew about half of the staff after taking a walk round the specialist clinics.

Yet, most of the staff still remembered me. It has been more than 2 years... and it seemed like yesterday. They remembered my cookies... my baskets...

I am really happy, to be able to spend time with this group of people once again. Especially with my beloved "Ibu" aka Wati.. And there's Daphne, Puga, Lin, dear Jenny, SN Asmah and SN Joanne. Even Nurse Tan remembered me and held my hand while walking to the cafeteria.

I guess there are times where we never know how much we miss something till we see them again. =)

-fLu & diLemMa-

2006-02-27T16:01:00.000+08:00

The exams are finally over...

I guess the papers of the last semester are truly the toughest we have ever sat for.

In Daph's words, "The teachers must miss us loads... they can't bear for us to graduate!"

Nevertheless, its over. Time to enjoy? Indeed. Yet, I'm down with the flu buggie...

I can't recall when was the last time I had a cold this bad but it has certainly affected my appetite. For the record, I've failed to finish my food for the past week and this is not a good sign... cos to most of my friends, I'm known to have an appetite that surpasses theirs half the time. And I never enjoyed wasting food.

I WANT MY APPETITE BACK... ... ...

Now that the exams are over, I'm back to square one. Making the decision.

A decision that I have yet come to make despite pondering over it in the past months.

-sigh-

On another note, its really ticklish seeing a lecturer leading worship in church. Its like seeing him in a different light altogether. Then again, the experience is quite an enjoyable one. I realise, worship songs are really easy to sing along to. Its how the tune are just... adaptable and easy to sing along to! =)

-Geriatric AfterNooN-

2006-02-20T16:12:00.000+08:00

Spent most of my afternoon with the older generation... =)

Went to visit my eldest uncle who is hospitalised @ CGH and ran into my second uncle, eldest aunt, aunt lin and my cousin. Thankfully, he looks well and should be discharged by tomorrow. Me, mom and aunt lin then made our way to Tampines and headed to visit another relative @ the old folks home. Spent an hour or so there chit chatting and Kah Yee Po's memory is as good as ever! Hahahah... Its nice to listen to the older generation banter. There's still the touch of good old gossip and wise words in between the lines.

Had my first paper this morning. Guess it was do-able. At least, I didn't read through the questions during reading time and start to panick. Thankfully, was able to complete the paper in time. -cross fingers-

Two more papers to go! Can't wait actually... though it also means that I would need to make a decision between comfort zone and challenging grounds. Ah well, till then... I just hope my mind would keep focus on the exams and stop wondering off to this topic.

Lovely sun
Aching arms
Pouring rain
Huddled warmth
A Ho & a Wong... along with a BP...
Good company indeed... =)
--- thank you all, for the laughter ---
& to the Wong, it was great conversation alright... Hahahahah..

-Vdae was spent...-

2006-02-16T12:28:00.000+08:00

Helping a friend that I never thought I would be helping on such a day...

Sending a primary school mate off at the airport. Which made me realise that I have been to the airport 3 times this month.

Work! Yup.. I went to work..

That was how vdae was spent by moi...

-Happy V-Day & FrienDshiP Day-

2006-02-14T11:31:00.000+08:00

Happy V-day and Friendship day to aLL!!!

Its amazing how the year flies... Now its Feb! Once again, before I know it, the exams would be over again too! ... I better start studying then.. hahahah..

To the couples and singles out there... Enjoy the day! Cheers! ^.^

-Did U gEt a PlayPack?-

2006-02-13T16:58:00.000+08:00

Just got the photos from d@n... Thanks d@N!! These pictures are long due actually.. This "PlayPacks 4 Pakistan" event was a joint event held on the 10th Jan this year, by the radio stations and Mercy Relief. Each playpack cost $10 and the playpacks would be sent to the children in Pakistan. Budak was invited to sing for the event so as usual, I went down to lend my support, along with d@n, KuN and Alicia. We bought 2 PlayPacks and wrote the above msgs (the one on the top left corner) ^.^