Thoughts of Lunar

A Year From 26/9/2010

2011-10-05T20:00:00.000+08:00

Who would have thought that I would have another wonderful baby girl a year (well almost, 11 months la) from 26/9/2010, the last entry on my blog in 2010?

Introducing my precious princess, Yeo Jia Shuen, born on 25/8/2011. She weights 3.55kg at birth.

What Would You Do?

2010-09-26T23:56:00.002+08:00

Let us say, you got stopped by a policeman. The guy on police bike signals to you to stop by the side of the road. You cursed (because you were caught speeding or running a red light). You slowed down the car and stopped on the emergency lane. You braced yourself for meeting with him. Also, you have an internal debate on whether you should try to bribe him or not.

When he dismount from his bike, you noticed that the policeman was kinda buff and has not beer belly.
*Note to yourself: Nice....*

He walked to your car slooooowwly while taking off his sunglasses.
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Imagine your surprise when he looked like this:

Would you be more than happy to get a ticket now?

Note: The guy in the picture above is John McGaha, one of the top 5 runner ups for America's Hottest Husband 2010 at www.redbookmag.com. Read more about him here.
Since you are there, might as well check out the other hot contestants (finalist) here.

Painful Neck

2010-09-14T20:38:00.005+08:00

It is a stressful Tuesday for me. Today's calls were worse compared to yesterday's. Non stop ringing. The moment you put down the phone, a call comes in. Not to mention, you have the occasional customers who doesn't know how to use the machine and whines about the long waiting period for service. Aiyo, for goodness sake, if the machine's water level is abnormal for your load, just freaking adjust it manually first la. No need to whine about how you cannot wash clothes. The thing is you CAN wash clothes. Like a certain somebody said, "Why you so stupid? Use your bloody brain la!"

Source: http://www.caronefitness.com/contact.html

Then there is the issue of not having the luxury of a headset for taking calls. Holding the phone between your chin and shoulders are bound to give you neck pain. One or two calls is ok la, but imagine if you taking calls non stop and you want to use both hands on the keyboard? My goodness. And I memang tak boleh tahan using one hand (means one finger) to key in the data into the system and the other hand holding the phone. Having 4 years of call centre experience had drilled in me to have the shortest time possible spent on each phone call. The longer you hang on to the call, the more dropped calls (unanswered calls) you have. Then again, ade aku kisah? Sigh, internal and external principals just doesn't seem to agree with each other...


Source: http://www.fitsugar.com/tag/neck+pain

This means, I need less whiny customers OR I need to have a headset for taking calls OR I get out.

Well, memang pun I on the way nak keluar because I tak suka, I keluar la!

Of Assignments and Conclusions

2010-09-08T20:06:00.000+08:00

It is sad to realise that some people choose a conclusion immediately upon receiving the assignment title. Wouldn't it be better to first look, hear, ask, compare and THEN conclude? What is the hurry anyway? Yes, of course some time limit is imposed on your assignment (which institution doesn't?) but within the first few days of the given assignment?

In my opinion, upon receiving your assignment title, one should approach it from the eagle's eye view first. Scan all the relevant issues. Ask around for people's opinion on the issues concerned. Listen to what people have to say. Look and observe. It is never a shame to ask for help or ask for the lecturer's opinion. A lecturer's job is to guide you to the correct path for your assignment anyway. And how are you so sure that your conclusion is correct? Can you shape your facts to support your conclusions? A fact is a fact. How can you manipulate a fact? Even if you can shape your facts, it will be a weak point in your arguement.

Maybe is it because you are a guy and a guy never ask for directions? Well, if you ask for directions also, make sure you ask the RIGHT people. Ask a housewife who never venture out of her yard and you get turned around in circles. Worst, you might offend the other drivers who are on the right track to their destination.

It is indeed a sad day.

Tentang Kisah dan Peduli

2010-09-06T23:28:00.000+08:00

"Ade aku kisah?"
"Gua peduli tak ade.."

Those are the 2 favourite phrases heard in the past one month. Why? Because things were decided without our consent. What you say is all right and we just need to follow. Do we have a choice to protest? No. So, we live with it.

During the execution, we faced many problems. Suggestions being made to rectify the problem but no one cared less. In fact, no one cared. Everybody washed hands. Fed up already, kita semua pun peduli tak ade. Complain to your hearts content but I assure you, it will all fall on our deft ears. Why? Because you didnt cared about us. Why should we care about you?

Then, when things are almost complete, so many people came to see the end product. And people claimed THEY DID IT. Right. My bloody arse. When got problem, bayang pun tak ada. When the thing almost done, then lei pan lek chai/lek lui (claim to be budak pandai).

Whatever la. Do what you like. You will get it the same treatment you gave us one day. Remember, every dog has its day..... During that time, we will give you a standing ovation.

Encounter With The Other Worldly Beings

2010-09-02T23:48:00.000+08:00

I believe in ghost. Not that I have any special 'meetings' before this. Since I started working in TSS, I had a few encounters of the other worldly kind. Now, I have not had the fortune (thank goodness!) to actually see an apparation but what I heard is enough to convince me.

The opening and closing of metal cabinets in the back office in the early morning (about just after 7am).
The clicking of the start button of the photocopying machine on the side of the front office.

Now, I know you think that I am a hyperactive imagination. But bare in mind, I know for sure that no one comes in that early to work. This also did not happen once but every time on the few occasions I had to go early to work to finish some paper work without interruptions. At first, I didnt think much of the sound because I was engrossed in my work but after hearing the banging sound a couple of times, you just kinda cannot ignore it, you know.

Picture source: http://donnalim.blogspot.com/2009/08/stupidest-challenge-ever.html

So, what do I do? No, I did not check out the back office. Nor did I glanced over to the photocopying machine. I merely said to myself, "I did not disturb you. Please do not disturb me." Believe it or not, the sounds stopped once I said that. Oh well, I suppose 'they' wanted to be recognised for their presence. Poor souls who cannot leave the good earth for a better place. I hope they find peace.

Rachel Bloom - Fuck Me, Ray Bradbury

2010-08-20T00:05:00.000+08:00

A really crazy video.. but I like!

Owl City - Hello Seattle

2010-08-19T00:28:00.001+08:00

The result of creativity... Nice song too..

Changes: Ready or Not, Here I Come

2010-08-17T23:00:00.001+08:00

Source: http://www.mediabistro.com/mediajobsdaily/digital/more_changes_at_aol_112463.asp

On my FB: Huge changes coming my way... Ready (No, I am not ready! ), Set (Wait! The date has not been confirmed yet).. GOOOOOO (for sure it is a go once the date is set..)

Yup, it is freakingly frightening. Never thought this change will come so soon. I was thinking it will only be a reality in 4-5 years so when I am given the 'opportunity', I was totally taken aback. It only really dawned on me 24 hours later. The result? Two sleepless nights. Two nights of endless dreams (for the time that I do get to sleep anyway)..

What was frightening me? Let me give you an easy hint:

Source: http://caffeinecourt.blogspot.com/2009_03_01_archive.html

I am going to be a full time housewife!!

That is a scary thought for me. I worry that I will not be a good enough mother to my princess.

I have teach her and coach her to say her words properly. She is now only saying the last syllable of the word. For example, lizard is zard to her. Baba is Barney. Gu is Pingu. Crocodile is dile.

I also need a lot of patience. Do I have enough of that for her too?

I also need to cook her meals (and mine). Cooking isn't exactly my forte.

What am I to do? Just do it? Yeah, pretty much. That was exactly what I did after princess was born. New mother mah....

Now, I am new housewife mah.... Just go with the flow and do the best I can for her.

Wish me luck!!

Vampire Sucks

2010-08-16T19:30:00.001+08:00

LOL!! I can't wait for this to be released in the cinema... then again, internet is always faster to show it... hehehe

P/s Even the Jacob wanna-be looks better than Edward wanna-be!! Team Jacob!!

You can dance one ah?

2010-08-15T08:26:00.001+08:00

Believe in yourself and just do it... Ellen Degeneres did. And she did a good job too!

Watch the original performance between Alex and Twitch here.

Monster High Fright Song

2010-08-14T22:55:00.002+08:00

Stumbled upon this by accident. Cute cartoons and I goggled Monster High.

And I found this.

So our legendary monsters have offspring after all. I love all the main characters. Creepily cute and drop dead gorgeous. Too bad our local stations do not show this.

Frustrated....

2010-08-08T15:59:00.003+08:00

How come the internet have active links for Smallville Season 1 and 2 but not Season 3?? =.=

Yes la, it's an old series, but I expected only to have active links for the more recent seasons....

Luckily for me, Sue came to my rescue! I Love You! and Thank You So Much!! =D

Lady Antebellum - If I Knew Then

2010-08-08T15:58:00.002+08:00

Another beautiful piece...

Lady Antebellum - Need You Now

2010-08-02T19:32:00.002+08:00

Thanks to Amy, I am now addicted to this song. It is on repeat from the time I leave the house to the time I arrive at the office.

I Have Done It

2010-08-02T19:27:00.000+08:00

So I have done it. I am happy.

Lady Antebellum - One Day You Will

2010-07-30T00:16:00.000+08:00

Dedicated to my friends who wonders what life is all about. Is it really all about disappointment and pain?

Every cloud has a silver lining,
Patience is a virtue,
and, Every dog has its day.

Westlife - I Wanna Grow Old With You

2010-07-20T20:01:00.002+08:00

Honey, I love you...

A View From The Top

2010-07-15T19:57:00.000+08:00

View from the 2nd floor of my office building.

Can you guess which one is my car?

Captain Planet

2010-07-14T19:17:00.003+08:00

People talk about abused children or abused women.

Do people ever thought about abused plants?

Look at how sad the plant is.

Yellowish green leaves and very sparsely grown leaves.

Imagine you having alopecia areata (hair loss).
I think that is how it feels.

Another sad looking plant.

The stems are so thin.
And the leaves are sparsely grown too.

Why are plants placed in a spot where there are no natural sunlight and wind?

The corridor that it was placed in was not even cool.
It was warm.

It's like asking you to work in a place there there is no wind or light.

Can you work in an environment like that?

Captain Planet should come to the rescue of these plants.
If you do not know who Captain Planet is, that means that you are waaaayyyyyyyyyy younger than me.
That also means, I am getting old.. And don't ask me how old I am.

Click here and here if you even want to know about the cartoon from the 80's.

Benefits of Milk

2010-07-14T00:24:00.001+08:00

Milk is good for you. Why? Because it can help you be a hunk like Jacob Black. Don't believe me ah?
Read this.

If you are one of the few how is too lazy to click on the link, below is part of the article:

Benefits: Milk is extremely beneficial drink for mankind. Some of the advantages of drinking this life-giving nectar are as follows:

Calcium: Milk is the best source of calcium supply to our body. Calcium protects the body from major chronic ailments such as cancerous chemicals, bone loss, arthritic condition, migraine headaches, pre-menstrual syndrome, and obesity in children and aids in losing unwanted fats.
Healthy Bones: As mentioned above, milk is rich in calcium, which is very essential for growth and proper development of strong bone structure. Bone disorders such as osteoporosis can be prevented with daily intake of adequate quantity of milk. Children deprived of cow milk have an increased chance of bone fractures when injured. (this means, milk helps to heal your bones when you get hurt)
Healthy Teeth: Encouraging children and youngsters to drink milk would give them excellent dental health, as milk protects the enamel surface against acidic substances. Drinking milk for energy and health would dissuade children from consuming soft drinks, thus reducing the risk of decayed teeth and weak gums.(good for showing the wolf growl...)
Rehydration: Fluids are an integral part of human body. The body needs to be replenished with liquids at regular intervals. It is very essential for growing children (that is why once you join the pack, you grow very quickly) and they must drink at least six to eight glasses of fluid every day. Milk contains a good quantity of water molecules and is considered the best fluid for rehydration.
Skin Care: Milk and milk products are used in a number of cosmetic preparations that help in giving you a ‘peach and milk’ complexion. (why do you think all the wolves are such a hunk??)
Slim Body: People who are known to consume diary products and milk do not gain excess weight. In fact milk tends to make you slimmer, as whole milk contains only 4 percent of fat and skimmed milk contains even lesser percent of fat. Milk is related with leanness as against sugary fluids that may lead to obesity.(helping to you to obtain and maintain the 6 pack abdomen like Jacob's)
Improving Diet and Vitamin Intake: According to medical research, drinking milk considerably improves our intakes of vital minerals and vitamins. A man who consumes a carton of whole milk doubles his chances of fulfilling calcium requirement per day, whereas, another person consuming a can of fizzy or carbonated drink may in reality lower his calcium levels by one third percent. (that is why the wolfs, in their human form, can eat like a pig)
Wholesome Food: It contains a whole lot of vitamins and minerals to keep you fit, healthy and strong. (keeps the wolf pack strong and healthy) A glassful of milk contains vitamin A & B for good eyesight and increasing RBC count, carbohydrates for vitality and energy, potassium for proper nerve function, magnesium for muscular function, phosphorous for energy release, protein for body repair and growth.

Drink milk and you will have a bod like Jacob Black!!

That is why, Edward Cullen will never have a hot body like Jacob's. Simply because he drinks animal blood.

See what I mean????

Source of image: www.gamevictor.com & http://twilog.net

The New Mamee

2010-07-13T20:07:00.000+08:00

Haven't eaten a packet of Mamee for like ages. Therefore I was thrilled when Mr Wong brought 2 big packets to the office yesterday. Had 2 packets yesterday and another 3 this afternoon. Hehehe..

Today, I also discovered some new information about Mamee..

A closer look....

It has 3 flavours now!!

I am so KZ. Need to check out the snack counters soon.....

Note: KZ = Ketinggalan Zaman

So Hot In Here....

2010-07-13T19:24:00.001+08:00

My goodness, it is so hot in here..... one unit of the air-conditioning is not working. The other, switches itself out as and when it likes... I swear I hear funny noises in the office too.... Anyway, it is not like you can wear minimal clothes in the office like in Nelly's video. I am telling you, you will sweat like a pig even in your bra and panties if you walked into my department.

My solution to all this? Simple.

Just connect it to the USB and viola!!

Don't look down on the small unit. It can stir up quite a wind!

My Stationery

2010-07-13T13:20:00.002+08:00

My cup holding all my stationeries.... Bought it at Jusco for RM3.90 only!!

My cute paper clips..

Memories

2010-07-12T23:05:00.001+08:00

Reading a blog post of a friend brought back some old memories. Some painful memories. Memories which I never want to remember but I can never forget. Promises made and promises broken. A wonderful future painted and erased. Does this mean that nothing is forever? I thought love was supposed to be till death do us part. No? I suppose I was naive. Or was I in love with the notion of love?

Whatever it was, those hurtful memories are the ones that kept me moving forward because I do not want to willow in depression, loneliness and self-pity. I told myself that I am a strong person and I will move on as much as it hurts then. I told myself I needed to be strong for my family. But most of all, I had to prove to myself that I can do it.

And I did.

No Cheating and No Hitting Rule

2010-07-11T22:41:00.001+08:00

I was horrified when a girlfriend told me that her boyfriend hit her after an arguement. When he was sane enough to stop and talked about it, he even had the nerve to blame my friend for 'starting' the hitting. If I knew him in person, I would have kicked him hard between the balls. For him to hit my friend and then BLAME her for it, it was totally unforgiveable. Not to worry, they are no longer together now. Although, I am sure she still misses him.

There are 2 rules which I set for myself and I tell my boyfriend about it.
1. If ever I found out he is cheating on me, I am out of the picture. No second chances.
2. If he ever lifts a hand to me, I am out of the picture. No second chances.

To me, these 2 rules are important.
Firstly, for him to cheat, means that I am not important enough for him to stay faithful.
Secondly, if a guy can hit you once, he will do it again, and again, and again.
Thirdly, I deserve so much more than a cheater and an abuser. I am sure I can find someone more loving and caring.

Source of image: http://womensstudiesjmu.wikispaces.com & www.sodahead.com

Eclipse - The Movie

2010-07-09T21:32:00.002+08:00

I am a huge fan of vampire and werewolf stories. I read them as and when my time permits to. And of course, I have read the Twilight Saga from Stephanie Meyers. I also have listened to the audiobook version. Am I a big fan? Not really la.. but it is still exciting and heart wrenching even though I have gone thought the series 3 times now.

So, I finally saw the movie. Because I didn't expect much of it, I enjoyed it. I learnt my lesson with Harry Potter's Goblet of Fire. I read the book and then went to see the movie. Oh boy, was I disappointed. I was expecting so much from the movie, especially the part where all the candidates of the Triwizard's Tournament were to fight the dragons. Having learnt my lesson, I watched the movie with zero expectations.

In a nutshell, it is a good effort. The scene where Bella asked Jacob to kissed her was very touching and of course, it is infuriating that Bella can be so selfish to want both Edward and Jacob at the same time. So, yes, she is in love with Edward but I still think it is not fair to Jacob. Eventually, the love for Bella kept Edward and Jacob on common ground. Very gentlemenly of both guys. I also wonder who is the better kisser? Edward or Jacob? =)

I still prefer the book anytime. Sure, entire wolf pack is candy eye and the vampire clan are not bad looking themselves. Still, the book holds so much more. I am sure to read the book or listen to the audiobook again not so far in the distance future.

BTW, I am on Team Jacob. ^.^

Source of image: http://team-twilight.com/20100123/19085/eclipse_by_nikitajuice/

Angry

2010-07-09T20:19:00.001+08:00

My friend, Jimmy, shared with me an interesting car sticker he saw a few days ago:

" Getting angry is actually punishing yourself with the mistakes of others."

I couldn't agree more.

Yes, being angry is part of an emotion and it is healthy to be angry once in a while. Bear in mind also that it is equally important how we control our anger. Do you keep so quiet that you can hear the pin drop? Do you shout at the top of your lungs? Do you throw things around? Do you hurt other people?

Personally, I keep quiet if I am angry. Behold those who attempt to speak to me! Better just leave me alone until the anger dissipates by itself. Mainly, I keep quiet also because I do not want to say something that I may regret later. Words spoken can never be taken back.

So, why get your face flushed and your heart beating faster (I dont mind if I saw the love of my life) just because someone 'mentally challenged' (note that I didnt use the 'S' word) did something that got your blood boiling? We should just smile and saw a prayer that we are smart enough not to do something so dense. Yes, I agree that it is easier said than done. I myself, will remember that phrase the next time I get angry.

Thank you Jimmy for sharing this with me.

Source of image: www.edupics.com

No Manners

2010-07-08T00:32:00.001+08:00

Never mind if people are rude to you. Shame them by showing them some manners.

Source of image: www.eastcoastetiquette.com/

Be Happy

2010-07-04T22:43:00.001+08:00

Sometimes, we do not get what we want most even though we worked hard at it. So we complain, cry, being frustrated, angry, become moody and feel defeated.

STOP. Don't feel all of the above.

Instead, look at what you have now. Appreciate the people around you. Tell them you love them. Be thankful that you have a roof above your head and that you have food on your table. Pamper yourself. Love yourself. Live life to the fullest.

Do not have regrets. What happened in the past, is in the past. You cannot change it. Learn from it. Do not make the same mistake twice. People grow from their mistakes.

Be happy. Put a smile on your face.

The Most Obvious

2010-06-30T19:34:00.001+08:00

Are people so arrogant until they do not see the most obvious solution right in front of their eyes? For heavens sake, you people are supposed to be 'leading' experts. Even the blind and stupid one also can see it.

Source of image: http://distractible.org/

My Empire

2010-06-27T07:04:00.000+08:00

Playing My Empire on FB is most fustrating.. With no cheat codes (yes, I am a sinner!!), advancing to the next level is painstakingly slow...... =.=

Single

2010-06-26T21:35:00.000+08:00

I miss the days when I was single.

I could just go out with my friends, have BKT with LOADS of fresh, raw garlic and not worry about how my other half complains about my garlic breath.

=)

Thank you for being my friend

2010-06-25T11:14:00.000+08:00

Things happened for a reason and you may not understand the reasoning for it at that time. But take a step back and leave things be. Make the best of what you have and be content with it. Later, you will realise that you are in a better place now.

I am happy that I found my friend again. I thought it was going to be difficult but it wasn't. It was like we never parted ways.

Thank you for being my friend.

Justin Bieber - That Should Be Me

2010-06-24T23:33:00.000+08:00

Am I bitten by the Justin bug? LOL It is a nice song anyway.

Justin Bieber - One Less Lonely Girl

2010-06-22T23:11:00.000+08:00

Wah, would there be any guy who would go to such lenghts like JB?

Cute Names for Chickens

2010-05-24T02:01:00.002+08:00

Noodle Soup
Salad Sandwich
Pot Pie

Names that you give to your pet chicken. How cute!!

From: Blogger Blogs of Note (May 18, 2010) : http://occasionalchicken.blogspot.com/

My Princess - 22 months

2010-05-24T01:09:00.003+08:00

It never fails to put a smile on my face whenever I think of you.

A Random Act of Kindness

2009-10-20T11:50:00.000+08:00

I marvel at how a simple act of kindness could put a big smile to someone else's face. The pure, honest and straight from the heart smile would really warm your heart.

I Miss You

2009-10-15T23:54:00.005+08:00

Was listening My Love Will Go On, a rendition from one of the audiophiles singers. It certainly brought back memories. Titanic was probably one of the last movies I watched with Dominic. I dont remember and cant remember any other movie that I watched with him.

Funny how simple things can make you think of a person. But when that person is no longer here, you sometimes find yourself thinking about him more often than when that person was alive. Is this normal?

It's been a year since Dominic passed on. I cannot say that I am his best friend but I know he has been there for me whenever I permit him to share my misery. Am I selfish to want him to be there for me? Perhaps. And when I say 'whenever I permit him to share my misery', it meant that whenever I let him know that I have a broken heart. Its somewhat difficult to let a person know that your heart is broken when you now that he still saved a spot for you in his heart. I can only imagine how torturing it might have been to see your friend whom you are in love with, falling in love and out of love with someone else.

I suppose I have taken his friendship for granted. Thinking that he will be well and happy in his hometown. Thinking that no heart attack will be able to touch a healthy 30 year old male. Ha ha ha. How naive of me. I should have known better.

The Painter and The Canvas

2009-06-08T06:35:00.009+08:00

What is painted by the painter on the canvas is between the painter and the canvas.

Does a bystander or the painter's fan have any right to comment before the painting was completed? They may only see the mistake being covered up but do they know what was the cause of the mistake? Will they or do they even bother? They only know how good the painter is and what masterpiece they produce.

Should the painter made a mistake while painting, and later camouflage the mistake, is between the painter and the canvas. Only the painter and canvas know what mistake was done. The painter may forget but the canvas will forever know what was done. If the canvas was stretched to its limit and was torn, and needed to be sewn, it will forever have a mark there, no matter how good the repair was done.

I am such a canvas. I may forgive. But I will not forget easily.

3 New Friends

2009-05-13T23:39:00.005+08:00

Gigi Giraffe and Daisy Duck found a new friend in Sotong Chai. They were seen chatting animatedly in Angel's Myvi.

Princess - 10 months

2009-04-08T22:48:00.004+08:00

My favourite picture of Princess lately. Taken in an Italian restaurant in Sunway when she was almost 10 months old.

Rascal Flatts - Unstoppable (Album)

2009-04-07T20:15:00.011+08:00

I have never been a fan of country music. The first time I explored country music was when my friend uploaded Keith Urban's Tonight I Wanna Cry a few years ago. I searched for Keith's other album and fell in love with some of his songs. But it kinda stop there.

Then came American Idol. When Danny Gokey sang What Hurts The Most by Rascal Flatts, I got my hands on Flatt's latest album-Unstoppable. Even though there were only 11 songs in his album, I like most of the songs in it. My favourite is Forever.

Danny Gokey - What Hurts The Most

2009-04-03T13:13:00.005+08:00

Another country song. Original song was sang by Rascal Flatts.

This is Danny Gokey's version. I simply love it.

Less Human?

2009-04-02T00:40:00.002+08:00

Ai yo, so what if a person is gayish? Does it make them any less human?

Grow up please. Thank you.

Baby Birds

2009-03-21T21:48:00.007+08:00

Picture taken in a bush in the garden of my in-laws house. The 2 young birds hatched a few days ago. Dont ask me what kind of birds they are because I dont have the slightest idea. But janji, they are not burung gagak la..

I commented to my hubby, "This is the closest I got to see real live baby birds."

My father-in-law was surprised with my comment and said, "Ah really? We see this all the time back in kampung."

Hubby said, "Of course she hasn't seen it before. There are no birds in Penang."

I was furious!! Hubby just smirked at me... Haiz...

Kris Allen - To Make You Feel My Love

2009-03-20T20:46:00.013+08:00

Not a big fan of country music but Kris Allen's rendition of Bob Dylan/Garth Brooke's To Make You Feel My Love is hauntingly beautiful.

Lost Friend

2009-03-13T22:18:00.000+08:00

A bit sad, though I can say that it's partly my fault. I did shed a quiet tear. I betrayed a friend-someone whom had placed their trust in me. Who, I think, trusted me to go through with the plan. I am truly sorry that I hurt you. Someone said that I am smart because I know my self value regarding the new decision that I made. Smart? Sometimes I think not..

Have I stoop so low over a few bucks?

Buayas In Action

2009-02-21T03:43:00.010+08:00

Picture from the left: Aqlan, Princess, Aqil

No, those 2 boys are not trying to buaya Princess. Rather, those are my Aunt Tina's sons. Picture taken during the 7th day of CNY.

Backstreet Boys - How Did I Fall In Love With You

2009-01-01T18:01:00.006+08:00

Best Friends In Love...
I wonder how often does best friends fall in love with each other? Is it wise to tell the other person how you feel? Do you risk it all by telling? Can you have a platonic relationship?

MYMP - Only Reminds Me of You

2008-12-30T21:08:00.006+08:00

Why does sometimes we push away or stay away from the people that we love when we think it is the best for them? Is it because we really want to protect them from more hurt? What if that person wants us to stay even if they know the consequences of you staying? Does it make the separation any less painful?

This was what happens when Edward Cullen left Bella Swan in Twilight. Broken hearted Bella just floated through the days. Numbness kept her alive while Edward was forever watching and tuning in to Bella's every move. He's a vampire you see... And he aches for Bella's presence and love even though he knows that Bella doesnt want him to leave. Sigh, love is never perfect is it?

p/s Read all 4 books of Twilight. Super addictive. Read till 3am last weekend. I just couldnt stop. Finished all 4 e-books in 10 days.. A record for me..

We Are One

2008-12-14T20:09:00.006+08:00

Years ago when I was still working in Penang, Andora and I sang this in the Annual Dinner because there was a singing competition. We rehearsed as much as we could and we did quite well... We won 2nd place =) Ahem!!

Anyway, I choose this version with Ron and Hermione because I think Ron and Hermione deserved to be together in the end.

Westlife - We Are One

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-14T19:57:00.005+08:00

A super cute Christmas song. Some of you might have seen this on youtube but it's the first for me.
Merry Christmas everyone!!

David Cook - Come Back To Me

2008-12-07T13:15:00.009+08:00

When you find you, come back to me....
Let them go, if they were meant to be yours, they will come back.
If they didnt, they were never meant to be in the first place.
Be happy that you loved, were loved and known love.

Little Miss Muffet

2008-12-07T02:25:00.004+08:00

Sang this to Princess last Saturday:

Little Miss Muffet
Sat on the tuffet
Eating her roe and pie
Then came along a spider
And scared the shit out of her
And she ran away crying to her mother

Jedi Princess

2008-11-11T21:14:00.011+08:00

Oh, I simply love this pic of Princess. She looks so demure and shy at the same time. The picture was taken on last Sunday on our way out for brunch. She was wrapped up in a pink towel with a hood. Princess doesnt look a bit like Tweety Bird in this picture right?

Dearest hubby refers to this pic as the Jedi Princess. =D

Grateful

2008-10-24T21:19:00.007+08:00

This week, some events have made me realise that I am blessed. Blessed with caring parents, loving and understanding husband and a most precious princess. I also have good friends whom I can turn to in time of need. I realise that I have taken many things for granted. So, I will try to complain less and appreciate more, the people around me and all the things that I have.

Cold morning

2008-10-24T07:59:00.007+08:00

Good morning!!

I love the weather today - dark skies, slight drizzle, cool and crisp air.... sure, it's wet but it's so refreshing to wake up to a cold morning like today. Unfortunately, will not be able to get more winks because my beautiful princess is already awake at 6.30am.

And I am looking forward to a good and long weekend with my family.

2008-10-08T00:20:00.003+08:00

Right. This is how I look and feel now.

Big. Fat. Ugly.

Sigh, baby bulge hasnt disappeared. Or at least reduce in size. Crap. I tried dieting. The temptation of food is too great. Dearest hubby is not helping either. He buys me my favourite food still - char koay kak, kuih talam, pan mee, rice with seafood soup.. Haiz...

Yes, I had a C section and people have been telling me that if you had a C section, your tummy will be big. Sigh... How la.... I have difficulty in finding clothes that fit me due to my big tummy. I still look like I am 5 months pregnant. Would you believe me if I tell you that I am still wearing my maternity clothes? It's true. This is so sad... =(

Perhaps I should use the OSIM slimming belt that dearest hubby bought for me more religiously.. This bad girl hasnt been using it often enough. And cut down the food intake by half. Must reduce the calories intake. This means no more bread with peanut butter and chocolate... oh noes!!! Help!!

I even pakat with my colleague that we will sama-sama diet... Jun Yee, I dont think we are doing very well... We must work harder.. Add oil! Add oil!!

One thing has reduced though.. the size of my feet... from size 4, it ballooned to size 7 towards the end of my pregnancy. Two months after my delivery, my feet reduced to size 6. Just bought another 2 pairs of shoes this evening at Alamanda - size 5. Yeah!! Hopefully, it will reduce more so that I can wear back my old shoes.

Luck has nothing to do with reducing the weight. So dont wish me luck. Wish me that I have more will power to resist good food that dearest hubby so lovingly indulge me in....

Note: To hubby in reading - I love you!!

So You Think You Can Dance - S4

2008-09-17T19:18:00.006+08:00

Dearest hubby downloaded this for me a few weeks ago knowing that I love to watch dance movies. This dance routine by Katee and Twitch which was choreographed by Mia Michael. Absolutely fun. I really like the part where Katee was hanging by the door and then Twitch slammed it shut

Goodbye My Friend

2008-09-15T20:40:00.019+08:00

On MSN on 6 September:

CK : Sad to inform everyone that Dominic had passed on suddenly due to heart attack on 2 Sept 2008
Lunar : Hey, what happened?
CK: Hi, this is Cynthia
CK: Sorry to inform you so late but was busy with funeral arrangement. Dominic had passed away on 2 Sept due to sudden heart attack.

I was stunned. This is a joke right, I thought. But people wouldnt joke about things like that. Still, I wasnt convinced. I went to his Facebook and saw that his friends had posted condolences messages on his wall. Again, that info did not register in my brain.

My princess woke up and it was time to feed princess. While I fed her, my vision blurred. Tears streamed down my cheeks. But princess had to be fed first before my emotions can take over. Princess finished her milk, burped and I put her down on the bed and proceeded to wash the milk bottles. It was then that I started sobbing. After the initial shock, I informed his friends that knew him. They were equally shock and is sadden by his untimely passing.

I have known Dominic since secondary school days as both of us (and a couple of friends) took the same school bus. Although we werent very close, he was a good friend and was there for me when I needed someone to talk to you. I last seen him about 3 years ago. We went out for mamak in Subang. I remember chatting with him on MSN when I was about 6-7 months pregnant. That time, he told me about Cynthia, his GF. I was happy for him.

Spoke to Cynthia online a few days ago. She told me that Dominic appeared before his mother and he was smiling. I guess, he is in a better place now.

Song Title: Goodbye My Friend
Artist: Linda Ronstat
Written by: Karla Bonoff

This is song is dedicated to Dominic Ch'ng (born on 24 April 1978) who passed away on 2 September 2008 due to sudden heart attack. He was cremated and buried in Batu Gantung, Penang on 7 September 2008. Rest in peace my friend and I will miss you dearly.

-- Goodbye My Friend --
Oh we never know where life will take us
I know it's just a ride on the wheel
And we never know when death will shake us
And we wonder how it will feel

So goodbye my friend
I know I'll never see you again
But the time together through all the years
Will take away these tears
It's okay now
Goodbye my friend

I've seen a lot things that make me crazy
And I guess I held on to you
We could've run away and left well maybe
But it wasn't time and we both knew

So goodbye my friend
I know I'll never see you again
But the love you gave me through all the years
Will take away these tears
I'm okay now
Goodbye my friend

Life's so fragile and love's so pure
We can't hold on but we try
We watch how quickly it disappears
And we never know why

But I'm okay now
Goodbye my friend
You can go now
Goodbye my friend

Love by Devotion

2008-09-12T22:29:00.009+08:00

-- But love, I've come to understand, is more than three words mumbled before bedtime. Love is sustained by action, a pattern of devotion in the things we do for each other every day --
The Wedding by Nicholas Sparks

Read this book in March this year. For those who have read or saw the movie, The Notebook would know that The Wedding is a follow up novel of The Notebook. It talks about how a husband realised that he has taken his marriage for granted for many years and he is now looking for a way to make his wife fall in love with him again..

A superb book. If you love The Notebook, you would like this too.