Year 2010 is ending sooner than I thought. Just like that, time catches up with us. I thought it’s a rather good time and ‘excuse’ for me to reflect on this year and as I do, read up my blog post of the past near one year, I realized it had been a fruitful year. A few milestone reached which probably contribute to a good conclusion to the year.
As I reflect on, I'll summarise this year based on the 7 'wonders', like how I attempted to last year back in 2009, namely:-
- To See
- To Hear
- To Touch
- To Taste
- To Feel
- To Laugh
- To Love
To See
The world - I’ve made a record number of trip once again this year as I’ve traveled to several countries for the first time. Sahoro, Taipei, Penang, Korea, Batu Pahat, Bintan and Batam. One of my greatest wish in my life, is to see the world, to see the culture of others, to experience their living, to eat their food and lots more. Sad to say, the global world today is going through a common globalization with the need to progress, causing the authenticity to decrease. Nevertheless, I’m privileged enough to have travel to the above mentioned places with many of my loved ones. The braised meat rice in Taipei, the oyster omelette from Penang, the pure white snow in Sahoro, the raging cold in Korea, the authentic olden lives in Batu Pahat, the serene Bintan and lastly, the Kumpung Batam, I must say, I’ve been lucky to see what I’ve seen.
Myself - I’ve at the same time, seen myself growing up. For the first time since entering into 20s, I see myself as an older person. I’m starting to feel the pressure of being 25 years old. It’s no longer like the yester-years where I am still a small little boy with nothing to worry. Now, I spend what I earn. I save what I’m left. I’m finally graduated after years of studies which sees my parents and the girl coming together to witness this milestone, something I’m very proud of myself, and I think it’s high time I move on from where I am now.
To Hear
Them ‘LIVE’ – Music has always been a very part of me. I’ve watched a few concerts this year and I must say it’s all money well spent. Muse, MayDay are just the mere few I’ve been, yet it cast such a great impression for me and it’s still staying as a memory so wonderful to me. Please please pleasem bring Nickelback, Greenday and The Killers here next year, I’m dying to see them. I’m still eagerly waiting to find out what’s the standup line for the Big Night Out next year.
Wedding bells are ringing – Friends around me are starting to get married and I’m attending more wedding dinner and ceremony as days pass. It dawned on me that being 25 years old is no joke, especially when you are attached. Anyway, I’m happy for friends who got married this very year, my closest classmate who got married with his wife, my girlfriend’s friend who got married and we had to travel to Malaysia for their wedding dinner (something so so interesting) and not forgetting my colleagues and all, are in their 20s. Oh gosh.
To Touch
Our hearts – I would like to make a dedication to my beloved pets – my beloved hamsters. Miu Miu, who had passed away long ago, was finally joined by Shoobing late this year. The fun, the joy, the happiness they brought us, is something we will never forget. Never mind the tears that following after their demise, because they’ll always stay in our heart always.
To Taste
Despair – The last time I felt this turmoil was back in Year 2006 when I failed my driving umpteen times. The tremendous pressure was not to be taken lightly and it mounts on it. Yet again this year, I’m forced to go through this again. I narrowly failed my final paper, one which determines my graduation and that got me into despair. It’s so hard to pick myself up after so much effort being put in. Imagine having to fall when you are near the peak. Pain, pure pain. BUT, I’m glad for all the support I got from my loved ones that gave me the strength to carry on, and finally…..I did it.
To Feel
World Cup @ South Africa. I'm glad it happened this very year. Subscription fees has gone way up but that did not stop me from watching the matches. I'm glad to have hung out with friends over that span of one month. Watching those matches @ Hooters, Mac, Pubs, Bars etc all just summarise. All my money eventually went to those restaurant outlets, pubs and bars and of course, Singapore Pools. Argentina's loss was a total humiliation but nevertheless, Spain managed to revenge. The whole excitement and togetherness from this World Cup could possibly make this the best world cup ever, in my entire life.
To Laugh
To Laugh. I realised how important it is to just laugh. Going through the woes this year, makes me realise laughing is really no laughing matter. Whether one moves on or not, it's all in the mind. Being positive and to laugh things off, is probably an essential part of my life already. Taking things seriously yet at the same time, with a light-hearted mind definitely helps. Like I've said again, nobody dies from positivity anyway.
To Love
I fell in love and got together with a long time friend of mine. Very unexpectedly but blissful ever since (quoted from the girl). She made me believe in LOVE again and it's indeed truth as it brings back the saying, 爱与被爱是幸福的.
No new year resolutions because deep in me, I still believe one should just take one step at a time, come what may. I've counted my blessings and I'm thankful to all who have walked through this wonderful year with me, making this moment a possible one.
Have a Happy New Year and may we bid goodbye to 2010 with good memories and welcome 2011 with positivity. HUAT AH!
Friday, December 31, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
안녕하세요 (An nyoung ha seh yo)
In few hours time, I'm going to fly 6 hours to South Korea with much uncertainty - the terrifying weather (at least it's very terrifying to someone who's so afraid of cold like me), the environment, the language, the culture, the place, the tour guide, the tension between the two Koreas. But whatever it is, let this be a peaceful and good one, before I happily reach back to this Hot Hot Singapore for my festive seasons of joy!
Come to think of it, it's nearly 40 degree celcius difference between the two lands..Brrr...can't imagine the -11 Degree Calcius there...God Bless.
Come to think of it, it's nearly 40 degree celcius difference between the two lands..Brrr...can't imagine the -11 Degree Calcius there...God Bless.
Sunday, December 05, 2010
I'm Lucky
I'm lucky to have and be with who I'm blessed with. They always say, it take years to bond a relationship, but all you need is for that mere few minutes to destroy what was built over the years.
We don't get to choose our parents, neither do we get to choose our siblings as well. That could be possibly the best thing on Earth. I owe it to them to where I am today.
My mum was definitely the silent pillar behind me. Always supportive, motivating and concerning over me. Her shower of concern towards me, expressiveness of naggy-ness as well as unconditional effort and love is there. Seriously, to think that I could still make her sad at times. I realized that she finally accepted the fact that her son could not spend as much as time with her anymore, unlike how when I'm young, I'm like a Mama's boy. Sticking with her 24/7 and any sight without her will send me tearing. This in fact is a joke still teased by my mother.
My dad was a stern figure. Not a man of much words. He gave me the support I most desperately need at unexpected moments. He's the man behind the entire family, keeping us intact and ensure both me and my Bro don't go astray. He used rewards to keep us motivated in our studies. Unfortunately, he has a son who doesn't like studying, and failing him when I was 15 years old but still, I'm glad on the day I stood on the stage with that Mortar Board on my head, he appeared the happiest man on Earth, I knew, he was proud of me.
My brother on the other hand, was the silent supporter. If anyone of you has a childhood sweetheart, I'll gladly deem my brother as one. He's the one who brought fun and love to my childhood, though fights, quarrels and of course from all the nitty gritty things. The growing up never seems boring with him around. We grew up learning from one another, fighting with each other, competing with each other and finally now that both of us has grown up (something my parents are very glad about), we led our very own lives, own directions but I must say our relationship is still going strong, in a very solemn way.
As the saying goes, 在家靠家人，在外靠朋友. Nothing can be more true that than. 知音能有几个? Not alot. I must say I've been fortunate though my life surrounded by true friends who has stood by me all along.
Primary school was a nightmare in school, pretty much due to the introvert me. I didn't understand how having friends really feels like. Secondary school life was instead, on the total opposite - it made me realize and understand the word 'friends'.
Best friend, there can only be one, if not, you can't really call it Best Friend. There's lots of reasons why it's best. The things both do, both crazy and wacky, the crap they've been though, the thought and memories that trails behind, yet follows silently. To me, best friend is one who never fails to send me 'goodluck' when I'm having exams, 'bon voyage' when I'm flying off, lending me his precious ears when I'm in need, standing by me when I'm falling, it's just as simple and yet as difficult as that. I'm indeed lucky to be fortunate to have such a best friend with me.
Of course, I'm blessed with alot of other good friends who've walked my life with me together. Unfortunately I've seen how friendship can fell apart just like that, and I seriously hope my turn will never come because I really do treasure all my friends, and I mean FRIENDS.
Last but not least, I must say I'm lucky to 'lost and have found'. I found this special person. The unconditional love. A good girlfriend isn't one who's there to praise how much you love her. A good girlfriend isn't one who always pretend to be nice just so you would love and dote on her more. A good girlfriend isn't one who demand you to spend every single minute and every single day with her. A good girlfriend isn't one who treats you nice just because she thinks you should do the same to her as well.
A good girlfriend is one who tells you off when you did something wrong and praise you when you did something right. A good girlfriend is one who nags at you and make sure you won't repeat your mistakes. A good girlfriend is one who remembers what you love to eat and would go all out and buy for you just because she knows you love it. A good girlfriend is one who does not matter if you don't have the time to spend with her because you have work to complete. A good girlfriend is one who gives yet does not expect anything in return. To me, my special someone made me realize what a good girlfriend should be, because she is.
So in life, it's not what you own, it's not what you don't have, it's not what you've achieve, it's not what you've done but it's who's with you when you're going through your ups and downs. I take this chance to thank you all for being there for me always, and deep inside my heart, although I know it is impossible, still, I hope for it...and that is...we can be together forever and ever....
We don't get to choose our parents, neither do we get to choose our siblings as well. That could be possibly the best thing on Earth. I owe it to them to where I am today.
My mum was definitely the silent pillar behind me. Always supportive, motivating and concerning over me. Her shower of concern towards me, expressiveness of naggy-ness as well as unconditional effort and love is there. Seriously, to think that I could still make her sad at times. I realized that she finally accepted the fact that her son could not spend as much as time with her anymore, unlike how when I'm young, I'm like a Mama's boy. Sticking with her 24/7 and any sight without her will send me tearing. This in fact is a joke still teased by my mother.
My dad was a stern figure. Not a man of much words. He gave me the support I most desperately need at unexpected moments. He's the man behind the entire family, keeping us intact and ensure both me and my Bro don't go astray. He used rewards to keep us motivated in our studies. Unfortunately, he has a son who doesn't like studying, and failing him when I was 15 years old but still, I'm glad on the day I stood on the stage with that Mortar Board on my head, he appeared the happiest man on Earth, I knew, he was proud of me.
My brother on the other hand, was the silent supporter. If anyone of you has a childhood sweetheart, I'll gladly deem my brother as one. He's the one who brought fun and love to my childhood, though fights, quarrels and of course from all the nitty gritty things. The growing up never seems boring with him around. We grew up learning from one another, fighting with each other, competing with each other and finally now that both of us has grown up (something my parents are very glad about), we led our very own lives, own directions but I must say our relationship is still going strong, in a very solemn way.
As the saying goes, 在家靠家人，在外靠朋友. Nothing can be more true that than. 知音能有几个? Not alot. I must say I've been fortunate though my life surrounded by true friends who has stood by me all along.
Primary school was a nightmare in school, pretty much due to the introvert me. I didn't understand how having friends really feels like. Secondary school life was instead, on the total opposite - it made me realize and understand the word 'friends'.
Best friend, there can only be one, if not, you can't really call it Best Friend. There's lots of reasons why it's best. The things both do, both crazy and wacky, the crap they've been though, the thought and memories that trails behind, yet follows silently. To me, best friend is one who never fails to send me 'goodluck' when I'm having exams, 'bon voyage' when I'm flying off, lending me his precious ears when I'm in need, standing by me when I'm falling, it's just as simple and yet as difficult as that. I'm indeed lucky to be fortunate to have such a best friend with me.
Of course, I'm blessed with alot of other good friends who've walked my life with me together. Unfortunately I've seen how friendship can fell apart just like that, and I seriously hope my turn will never come because I really do treasure all my friends, and I mean FRIENDS.
Last but not least, I must say I'm lucky to 'lost and have found'. I found this special person. The unconditional love. A good girlfriend isn't one who's there to praise how much you love her. A good girlfriend isn't one who always pretend to be nice just so you would love and dote on her more. A good girlfriend isn't one who demand you to spend every single minute and every single day with her. A good girlfriend isn't one who treats you nice just because she thinks you should do the same to her as well.
A good girlfriend is one who tells you off when you did something wrong and praise you when you did something right. A good girlfriend is one who nags at you and make sure you won't repeat your mistakes. A good girlfriend is one who remembers what you love to eat and would go all out and buy for you just because she knows you love it. A good girlfriend is one who does not matter if you don't have the time to spend with her because you have work to complete. A good girlfriend is one who gives yet does not expect anything in return. To me, my special someone made me realize what a good girlfriend should be, because she is.
So in life, it's not what you own, it's not what you don't have, it's not what you've achieve, it's not what you've done but it's who's with you when you're going through your ups and downs. I take this chance to thank you all for being there for me always, and deep inside my heart, although I know it is impossible, still, I hope for it...and that is...we can be together forever and ever....
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Unwanted Agony
Somehow, to me, it wasn't easy writing this post. Probably, nobody I knows will truly deeply understand how and what I am feeling. I've never knew this day would arrive so soon, not when you are probably at your peak.
行行出状元. Be it whichever job or field you are in, there is simply every opportunity for you to shine and probably be at your best. Come to this far, I've realized it's not sufficient and totally not realistic at all. This world is very real, and reality is indeed cruel. You are put out there to fend for yourself. One by one, you have colleagues, you have superiors and if you are in my line, you have customers too.
It took me near to 1 1/2 years to finally taste success. I've came a long way and started from scratch. Starting this job was a huge decision for me. I was at a crossroads which lots of crossed paths and junctions. It took me alot before I finally decided to plunge into this decision. It was my mindset 'using this job as a stepping stone' then that sets the path for the subsequent route.
Of course, every job is the same. You face difficulties, you face troubles, you face uncertainties and alot more. But all those are not enough to pull me down. I must say, it wasn't easy at the start and I struggled my way through time which always seemed like crawling.
Being in this job, I needed much support from my love ones. People who doesn't really understand this job, they see it as one which has no mere difference from a salesperson, they see it as one which simply allows you to travel more, they see it as one which doesn't has much prospects in, they see it as one which doesn't pays well and lots more. I must say, all these 'they see it as...', I've long taken into consideration before I even took the plunge 2 years plus ago. But to me, I see this as an opportunity, I see this as a chance for me to experience worklife, I see this as a chance for me to learn what I didn't know, I see this as a chance for me to discover what I've expected and unexpected altogether.
Now 2 years plus down into this job, only two words can describe how I'm feeling - No Regrets. Many always envy how I always get to travel around different countries, but behind those so called 'incentives' to them, they did not see the hard work, the required effort and alot more needed to be put in. I've really learnt alot from this job. I see more than I can imagine. It, at the same time, open up alot ofperspective and exposure for me. I met most people than I ever did in my entire life.
Alot of people asked me, now that I've gotten my degree, when am I leaving/quitting. Deep inside me, it's a turmoil. There I am, sitting in a job which I've finally taste success, a job which I've loved so much, a job which I would love to do forever, but on the other side of my mind, all the 'they see it as....' are becoming more and more real and I'm definitely more ambitious than that and I would want to advance in my career, not only because of myself, but external pressure is pressing too.
Sad to say, reality has forced me to quit something I love doing for something more realistic. But no matter what, I told myself, in my life, entire life in fact, it's all about learning. I've definitely learnt what I should and what I can, and to be frank, it's really high time to expose myself to different aspects of my intended career and advance accordingly. Though uncertain, but that is what makes everything more interesting.
行行出状元. Be it whichever job or field you are in, there is simply every opportunity for you to shine and probably be at your best. Come to this far, I've realized it's not sufficient and totally not realistic at all. This world is very real, and reality is indeed cruel. You are put out there to fend for yourself. One by one, you have colleagues, you have superiors and if you are in my line, you have customers too.
It took me near to 1 1/2 years to finally taste success. I've came a long way and started from scratch. Starting this job was a huge decision for me. I was at a crossroads which lots of crossed paths and junctions. It took me alot before I finally decided to plunge into this decision. It was my mindset 'using this job as a stepping stone' then that sets the path for the subsequent route.
Of course, every job is the same. You face difficulties, you face troubles, you face uncertainties and alot more. But all those are not enough to pull me down. I must say, it wasn't easy at the start and I struggled my way through time which always seemed like crawling.
Being in this job, I needed much support from my love ones. People who doesn't really understand this job, they see it as one which has no mere difference from a salesperson, they see it as one which simply allows you to travel more, they see it as one which doesn't has much prospects in, they see it as one which doesn't pays well and lots more. I must say, all these 'they see it as...', I've long taken into consideration before I even took the plunge 2 years plus ago. But to me, I see this as an opportunity, I see this as a chance for me to experience worklife, I see this as a chance for me to learn what I didn't know, I see this as a chance for me to discover what I've expected and unexpected altogether.
Now 2 years plus down into this job, only two words can describe how I'm feeling - No Regrets. Many always envy how I always get to travel around different countries, but behind those so called 'incentives' to them, they did not see the hard work, the required effort and alot more needed to be put in. I've really learnt alot from this job. I see more than I can imagine. It, at the same time, open up alot of
Alot of people asked me, now that I've gotten my degree, when am I leaving/quitting. Deep inside me, it's a turmoil. There I am, sitting in a job which I've finally taste success, a job which I've loved so much, a job which I would love to do forever, but on the other side of my mind, all the 'they see it as....' are becoming more and more real and I'm definitely more ambitious than that and I would want to advance in my career, not only because of myself, but external pressure is pressing too.
Sad to say, reality has forced me to quit something I love doing for something more realistic. But no matter what, I told myself, in my life, entire life in fact, it's all about learning. I've definitely learnt what I should and what I can, and to be frank, it's really high time to expose myself to different aspects of my intended career and advance accordingly. Though uncertain, but that is what makes everything more interesting.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Success is Sweet
The pop up popped for a mere 3 seconds, with a fainted image. The subject was attractive, never once was the outlook pop up on my computer work desk that appealing.
It was definitely one of the best email subject I've ever received at work. The news came late, but always better than never. It made my day definitely. So happy, I shared the joy with the girl within an instant. Her tone was in a even larger excitement than how my heart was feeling.
Indeed, it's good news but all that was behind that was nonetheless, hard work, tired mind and aching body, thanks to the help of my buddies (Don and Jon) who effortlessly helped me and not forgetting the understanding my parents gave and of course lastly, the motivation and support the girl gave which preciously lead to what I've achieved at work.
Too much good news is also a problem. Now that there's two trips on hand, the dates will have to be toggled around and it's all a wonderful thing to look forward to and I simply can't wait to taste this fruit of success as I enter into year 2011 with a good start.
The reward was a fully paid trip to Club Med, and without hesitation, Club Med Bali was the choice. So Club Med Bali, here I come!
It was definitely one of the best email subject I've ever received at work. The news came late, but always better than never. It made my day definitely. So happy, I shared the joy with the girl within an instant. Her tone was in a even larger excitement than how my heart was feeling.
Indeed, it's good news but all that was behind that was nonetheless, hard work, tired mind and aching body, thanks to the help of my buddies (Don and Jon) who effortlessly helped me and not forgetting the understanding my parents gave and of course lastly, the motivation and support the girl gave which preciously lead to what I've achieved at work.
Too much good news is also a problem. Now that there's two trips on hand, the dates will have to be toggled around and it's all a wonderful thing to look forward to and I simply can't wait to taste this fruit of success as I enter into year 2011 with a good start.
The reward was a fully paid trip to Club Med, and without hesitation, Club Med Bali was the choice. So Club Med Bali, here I come!
Friday, November 12, 2010
Life So Far..........
The remaining last quarter of this year has been pretty filled up. I had my so called 'Graduation Trip' because it was a trip just right before my Convocation. It's the same day both events are happening. I'll reach Singapore that very morning, just minutes past midnight with my convocation happening that very evening. It was full of ups and downs as Tiger Airways has given me headaches in finding alternatives just in case they played punk.
I've been checking my mobile as well as flight status before my trip every now and then and I definitely lost count the number of times i did just that. Thankfully, everything was smooth, but I told myself, that is going to be the last time I'm taking Tiger Airways, for they sucks in every aspect I could possibly think of.
Very much like Bangkok, Penang lived more Chinese than other parts of Malaysia, which was rather a relief for us both. Our Hotel, Berjaya Hotel (Booked at an incredibly cheap rate) was awesome. High floor with nice view and it was indeed spacious. With the main purpose of going for their food trail, we wasted no time.
We tried all that we possibly could, but the most disappointing out of the entire trip is probably the seafood we ate over at Batu Ferringhi. Nevertheless, the rest of the food, mostly hawker fare, made up for it.
We ate from Satay to Cockles, to Penang Char Kway Tiao to Chendol. All in all, it was a good food experience to us. I also found my legendary Orh Chian, which probably is the best oyster omelette I've ever eaten in my entire life (if only i can bring that Auntie back to Singapore).
Besides the food, we also went to Gurney Plaza, where we had out Movie fixes there. Their movie is dirt cheap, not forgetting their popcorn as well (bet the girl is going to go gaga over those popcorns if she's there). Fort Cornwallis as well as the rest of Penang didn't really have much to offer, other than the yummy yummy food.
Went to the Kek Lo Si too to pray. The Godness of Mercy statue was really huge and up on the top of Penang, it offer a spectacular view as well. Too bad it wasn't fully constructed.
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And I finally had a taste on how's it's like to put on that Mortar Board. The taste of success is even sweeter after what I've gone through. The feeling of having your loved one there witnessing this glorious moment of yours, is simply indescribable.
And so, topped with a few gifts from the girl, it concluded my academic life, seemingly with a good ending.
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25 came popping by, sending a silent alarm that I could possibly already been one third of my life. No longer am I the same age as many of my friends out there, the girl including. It was kind of crisis when I still can't feel I'm my age yet. Men in the past could have already been married at this tender age.
I must say, Birthdays to me are just like any other occasion that happened yearly. I did have my fair share of celebrations with my friends. Kickstarting it with MR, we headed down to Novena, at the same time, finally welcoming the return of our long beloved friend, Ethan from UK, well, this time round, for good.Rock band was seriously not my type of game as we muscled our fingers till it almost gave in.
Just days before my actual birthday, I received one of the most shocking birthday surprise ever. I shall skip the details but everything in there was sweet and I must say, lots of effort put in. First, there was the Birthday Card, then followed by a puzzle which I've to solved before the Answer sheet conclude the night. A trip to Bintan! It's like a wish come true and a VERY BOLD move as well.
It was just a mere simple affair on my very birthday itself. Went to Yuki Yaki and feast in, where I fell in love with the Sashimi, the Pork Bacon and of course, the ice cream too!
Days later, it's Bintan. The ferry was rather early, therefore, we both got hit my deprivation of sleep on our way to Bintan. We were welcomed by the luxurious room. It was not only spacious but also luxurious in a way. Practically, I see this as a short getaway (rest and relax). It's indeed just pure rest and relax as there's really basically nothing much to do out there, plus the rain almost spoilt our day. But we managed to fruitfully spend it well.
The biggest surprise came as a different one compared to the previous one. Now imagine this. You are just watching television, when late at night, someone came knocking on your door. You have no idea who the heck would knock on your door at this hour. Feeling pissed, the door was opened, in came this gentleman, with a tray. On the tray was cutlery and a box.
I look at the girl in shock, whereas she's was giggling away. I knew something was 'wrong'. Indeed, by then, my mind was cleared and I guessed it just the way it is. The surprise left me speechless and all I could hear was my heart doing the talking. My first, only and last birthday cake this year specially for me.
Too bad the next day, it was infested with hungry ants, which must be feeling just as sweet as me. Having a nice meal by the poolside was a rather good experience. Relaxed, carefree and simply no worries at all. All in all, a wonderful getaway.
The dudes also celebrated my birthday for me, this time round, back at Yuki Yaki. It was whole lot of fun. My birthday present, for the first time ever, it's cash from the dudes. Cool hard cash, plus a birthday card of course.
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Have been going on several dates before my frequent travelling out of Singapore in this last quarter of the year. Starting from K-pop concert. Can't believe we managed to get such a cheap seats. $15 is all we paid per ticket for a $100++ seat. Cool stuff, thanks to my colleague, our dream of watching SNSD LIVE came true. It was a awesome atmosphere and by the time SNSD appear, it was pink sabre-torches all around, with screams so deafening. 4 songs was enough to make us both go high!
Also, we visited the Science Centre and Omni Theater after the girl managed to get hold of tickets through corporate rates. Searex show was really nice, although it did cause some discomfort to my neck ultimately whereas poor girl dozed off as this is definitely not her cup of tea. Pray 'Walking with Dino' will not do the same to her as well.
The rest of the exhibition was rather interesting but it get mundane in awhile. CSI was rather interactive and engaging, prompting to solve crimes in a unique yet simple way. But the crowd is enough to turn you off. You are solving crime are a very SLOW rate because of the crowd, which in logical sense, doesn't sound logical at all. Therefore, we gave up ultimately.
Have been into Harry Potter as well. Made advanced booking of Harry Potter and counting down, I only had approx 1 week to catch 3 more episodes of it. I can do it! YES!
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Finally, I had this little wish came true by bringing my parents out of Singapore as well. They hardly travel, therefore, it's of no wonder why both my parents are smiling from grin to grin, right from my house to the airport. Indeed, they appeared much more excited than me.
I'm glad I had this opportunity to bring them abroad to see and eat, somewhere where they've never been before. Fruitful trip I supposed.
Apart from ShenZhen which I vowed never to step foot there again, we had our foot in some of the nicest eateries as well as even a 1 star Michelin restaurant which serves awesome roasted meat as well as beancurd.
Can't believe my parents fell for 许留山 when they aren't even for sweet stuff back in Singapore. But no doubt that the desserts there are nice. I missed out on the porridge when I was in Hong Kong last year, but this time round, I had porridge for supper every single night.
My first time watching the symphony of lights as well after my parents shocked me by wanting to visit the wax musuem. Again, after that trip to the peak, I laid my hands on the legendary watermelon beancurd which fully satisfied me again, like how it did back last year
Did not do much shopping this time round, as my mum headed home with slight disappointment. However, I'm sure the company of their son and all the yummy food did make up for it.
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It was indeed a long entry but I look forward to the remaining days of this wonderful year to me as I still have trips pending - Cruise and Korea. At the same time, I can't wait for festive seasons gatherings and of course Xmas shopping once again and I look forward to ending this wonderful year on a good note. Till then..........
I've been checking my mobile as well as flight status before my trip every now and then and I definitely lost count the number of times i did just that. Thankfully, everything was smooth, but I told myself, that is going to be the last time I'm taking Tiger Airways, for they sucks in every aspect I could possibly think of.
Very much like Bangkok, Penang lived more Chinese than other parts of Malaysia, which was rather a relief for us both. Our Hotel, Berjaya Hotel (Booked at an incredibly cheap rate) was awesome. High floor with nice view and it was indeed spacious. With the main purpose of going for their food trail, we wasted no time.We tried all that we possibly could, but the most disappointing out of the entire trip is probably the seafood we ate over at Batu Ferringhi. Nevertheless, the rest of the food, mostly hawker fare, made up for it.
We ate from Satay to Cockles, to Penang Char Kway Tiao to Chendol. All in all, it was a good food experience to us. I also found my legendary Orh Chian, which probably is the best oyster omelette I've ever eaten in my entire life (if only i can bring that Auntie back to Singapore).Besides the food, we also went to Gurney Plaza, where we had out Movie fixes there. Their movie is dirt cheap, not forgetting their popcorn as well (bet the girl is going to go gaga over those popcorns if she's there). Fort Cornwallis as well as the rest of Penang didn't really have much to offer, other than the yummy yummy food.
Went to the Kek Lo Si too to pray. The Godness of Mercy statue was really huge and up on the top of Penang, it offer a spectacular view as well. Too bad it wasn't fully constructed.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
And I finally had a taste on how's it's like to put on that Mortar Board. The taste of success is even sweeter after what I've gone through. The feeling of having your loved one there witnessing this glorious moment of yours, is simply indescribable.
And so, topped with a few gifts from the girl, it concluded my academic life, seemingly with a good ending.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25 came popping by, sending a silent alarm that I could possibly already been one third of my life. No longer am I the same age as many of my friends out there, the girl including. It was kind of crisis when I still can't feel I'm my age yet. Men in the past could have already been married at this tender age.
I must say, Birthdays to me are just like any other occasion that happened yearly. I did have my fair share of celebrations with my friends. Kickstarting it with MR, we headed down to Novena, at the same time, finally welcoming the return of our long beloved friend, Ethan from UK, well, this time round, for good.
Just days before my actual birthday, I received one of the most shocking birthday surprise ever. I shall skip the details but everything in there was sweet and I must say, lots of effort put in. First, there was the Birthday Card, then followed by a puzzle which I've to solved before the Answer sheet conclude the night. A trip to Bintan! It's like a wish come true and a VERY BOLD move as well.
It was just a mere simple affair on my very birthday itself. Went to Yuki Yaki and feast in, where I fell in love with the Sashimi, the Pork Bacon and of course, the ice cream too!
Days later, it's Bintan. The ferry was rather early, therefore, we both got hit my deprivation of sleep on our way to Bintan. We were welcomed by the luxurious room. It was not only spacious but also luxurious in a way. Practically, I see this as a short getaway (rest and relax). It's indeed just pure rest and relax as there's really basically nothing much to do out there, plus the rain almost spoilt our day. But we managed to fruitfully spend it well.
The biggest surprise came as a different one compared to the previous one. Now imagine this. You are just watching television, when late at night, someone came knocking on your door. You have no idea who the heck would knock on your door at this hour. Feeling pissed, the door was opened, in came this gentleman, with a tray. On the tray was cutlery and a box.I look at the girl in shock, whereas she's was giggling away. I knew something was 'wrong'. Indeed, by then, my mind was cleared and I guessed it just the way it is. The surprise left me speechless and all I could hear was my heart doing the talking. My first, only and last birthday cake this year specially for me.
Too bad the next day, it was infested with hungry ants, which must be feeling just as sweet as me. Having a nice meal by the poolside was a rather good experience. Relaxed, carefree and simply no worries at all. All in all, a wonderful getaway.
The dudes also celebrated my birthday for me, this time round, back at Yuki Yaki. It was whole lot of fun. My birthday present, for the first time ever, it's cash from the dudes. Cool hard cash, plus a birthday card of course.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Have been going on several dates before my frequent travelling out of Singapore in this last quarter of the year. Starting from K-pop concert. Can't believe we managed to get such a cheap seats. $15 is all we paid per ticket for a $100++ seat. Cool stuff, thanks to my colleague, our dream of watching SNSD LIVE came true. It was a awesome atmosphere and by the time SNSD appear, it was pink sabre-torches all around, with screams so deafening. 4 songs was enough to make us both go high!
Also, we visited the Science Centre and Omni Theater after the girl managed to get hold of tickets through corporate rates. Searex show was really nice, although it did cause some discomfort to my neck ultimately whereas poor girl dozed off as this is definitely not her cup of tea. Pray 'Walking with Dino' will not do the same to her as well.
The rest of the exhibition was rather interesting but it get mundane in awhile. CSI was rather interactive and engaging, prompting to solve crimes in a unique yet simple way. But the crowd is enough to turn you off. You are solving crime are a very SLOW rate because of the crowd, which in logical sense, doesn't sound logical at all. Therefore, we gave up ultimately.Have been into Harry Potter as well. Made advanced booking of Harry Potter and counting down, I only had approx 1 week to catch 3 more episodes of it. I can do it! YES!
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Finally, I had this little wish came true by bringing my parents out of Singapore as well. They hardly travel, therefore, it's of no wonder why both my parents are smiling from grin to grin, right from my house to the airport. Indeed, they appeared much more excited than me.
I'm glad I had this opportunity to bring them abroad to see and eat, somewhere where they've never been before. Fruitful trip I supposed.
Apart from ShenZhen which I vowed never to step foot there again, we had our foot in some of the nicest eateries as well as even a 1 star Michelin restaurant which serves awesome roasted meat as well as beancurd.
Can't believe my parents fell for 许留山 when they aren't even for sweet stuff back in Singapore. But no doubt that the desserts there are nice. I missed out on the porridge when I was in Hong Kong last year, but this time round, I had porridge for supper every single night.
My first time watching the symphony of lights as well after my parents shocked me by wanting to visit the wax musuem. Again, after that trip to the peak, I laid my hands on the legendary watermelon beancurd which fully satisfied me again, like how it did back last year
Did not do much shopping this time round, as my mum headed home with slight disappointment. However, I'm sure the company of their son and all the yummy food did make up for it.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
It was indeed a long entry but I look forward to the remaining days of this wonderful year to me as I still have trips pending - Cruise and Korea. At the same time, I can't wait for festive seasons gatherings and of course Xmas shopping once again and I look forward to ending this wonderful year on a good note. Till then..........
