Monday, December 31, 2007
Countdown to 2008
It's another 11 hours to 2008 people! In case I am not at my desk which I doubt I'll be, here's wishing you a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR to you! Have a blessed, prosperous, joyful and wonderful new year ;)
New Year's Eve
It's New Year's eve people! It's almost 2am here in MY which means it's just another 22 hours to go before the year ends! Got to start working on 2008's resolutions. I also intend to keep them as much as I could! Sadly, still no firm plans yet. Oh well, guess age got to do with it as I have no intention to get myself to jam packed areas.
Calm Sunday
Oohh...couldn't wake up today because I couldn't sleep last night thanks to roaches! Then to top things up, my car couldn't start for a bit and I almost freaked out but decided to give it a few more tries and it came to live! Went to church from DP. Once service ended, me left with parents to Sunway Pyramid for lunch. Oh oh yes this I must mention. I didn't know the new wing (only 1 floor) had the same parking concept just like Suntec where there are red and green light indicators. Red obviously signifies carpark space taken and green shows vacant. Of course it's not as cun in presentation like Suntec City in Singapore. Here are just some pictures to show though one was blur because car was moving.
Had lunch with the foodcourt in the new wing. The Singapore Bee hoon sedap man! Wasn't expecting that it has such standard in places like this. I know it sounds mean but tis' true. Great thumbs up to the stall! Ah hah....after that I actually queued at JCo for their donuts. I thought it's very expensive when it's actually not! 1/2 dozen is RM9.60 w/o tax yet. Later I found out that the price varies by the doughnut options that we make. Ceh...cheat! At the same time, I bumped into ex big boss from BDF who was dining there and current colleague queing not too far behind me. Such a small world!
Walked around a bit more to check out M&S but unfortunately there weren't discount for the item mum wants. Went back to church to collect my car and me and mum headed for car shopping time. We started with Perodua in USJ9. This guy gave me a slightly lower indication on my current car's value. Oh there's supposedly a 2nd generation Kembara which is the Daihatsu 4 x 4 which looks really nice. Estimated launch in Q1 2008 so may wait for that.
We moved on to Suzuki showroom in Taipan because mum wanted to check out the new SUV/MPV. Quite nice. It has the Grand Vitara front. Price is fairly reasonable too and well, not too sure now on my options. Mum likes the car. I may end up taking over her current car. Got to see. Thought that my only option was already confirmed but looks like it can be changed! After that, came home and took a short nap before waking up to go for dinner.
Had lunch with the foodcourt in the new wing. The Singapore Bee hoon sedap man! Wasn't expecting that it has such standard in places like this. I know it sounds mean but tis' true. Great thumbs up to the stall! Ah hah....after that I actually queued at JCo for their donuts. I thought it's very expensive when it's actually not! 1/2 dozen is RM9.60 w/o tax yet. Later I found out that the price varies by the doughnut options that we make. Ceh...cheat! At the same time, I bumped into ex big boss from BDF who was dining there and current colleague queing not too far behind me. Such a small world!
Walked around a bit more to check out M&S but unfortunately there weren't discount for the item mum wants. Went back to church to collect my car and me and mum headed for car shopping time. We started with Perodua in USJ9. This guy gave me a slightly lower indication on my current car's value. Oh there's supposedly a 2nd generation Kembara which is the Daihatsu 4 x 4 which looks really nice. Estimated launch in Q1 2008 so may wait for that.
We moved on to Suzuki showroom in Taipan because mum wanted to check out the new SUV/MPV. Quite nice. It has the Grand Vitara front. Price is fairly reasonable too and well, not too sure now on my options. Mum likes the car. I may end up taking over her current car. Got to see. Thought that my only option was already confirmed but looks like it can be changed! After that, came home and took a short nap before waking up to go for dinner.
A Full Reunion day
This is one of the most eventful Saturday for me so far. It started with me catching up with an ex colleague from BDF over lunch at Fong Lye in Hartamas. I just love the food there. Anyways, knowing my friend who only loves Chinese food (dont blame me Prince!), he totally agreed with my recommendation.
After catching up for about an hour, headed off to DP to wait for Ddt to come back. Headed off to U.Di's place to get Angie and proceeded to Baywatch for a Class of 97 (believe it or not, a 10th YEAR reunion) with our secondary school mates. It was quite nice to see familiar faces and some of either once were an ugly ducklin had obviously blossomed into a beautiful swan (so mean la me) and some were either engaged, married with kids, single like myself and yea, list goes on.
Unfortunately I dont remember all names, faces I do. Somehow people remember MINE coz I guess I was rather notorious haha...famous in a well not bad but notti way. We were there for about slightly past an hour and then headed off for a light bite at TSB before going back to get my car.
My day just hasn't ended yet. I ended up meeting with another friend who has left my current company for a drink. He picked me up after me leaving my car and went to Alexis for a drink. It's been a while since I had alcoholic drinks and 1 Pina Colada didn't do justice in keeping my face from being red. Oh well! Ohhh.....ended up at Spicy mamak back in Hartamas with Wiki and Ddt. What a day!
After catching up for about an hour, headed off to DP to wait for Ddt to come back. Headed off to U.Di's place to get Angie and proceeded to Baywatch for a Class of 97 (believe it or not, a 10th YEAR reunion) with our secondary school mates. It was quite nice to see familiar faces and some of either once were an ugly ducklin had obviously blossomed into a beautiful swan (so mean la me) and some were either engaged, married with kids, single like myself and yea, list goes on.
Unfortunately I dont remember all names, faces I do. Somehow people remember MINE coz I guess I was rather notorious haha...famous in a well not bad but notti way. We were there for about slightly past an hour and then headed off for a light bite at TSB before going back to get my car.
My day just hasn't ended yet. I ended up meeting with another friend who has left my current company for a drink. He picked me up after me leaving my car and went to Alexis for a drink. It's been a while since I had alcoholic drinks and 1 Pina Colada didn't do justice in keeping my face from being red. Oh well! Ohhh.....ended up at Spicy mamak back in Hartamas with Wiki and Ddt. What a day!
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Eyelash Extension
I finally did it!!! I did the eyelash extension at Marique Wellness at TTDI. They had 2 branches and the other was in Puchong. The whole process took almost 1 1/2 hours. They applied the lashes one at a time I think as it felt like a delicate process. I think I fell asleep couple of times whilst waiting with my eyes closed. Honestly felt a bit awkward. Did a S&M size. It was so that it looked obvious -- BIG MISTAKE! L size will be too long and not natural for me. I should have taken S but oh well, worst come to worst, I'll just pull everything off haha..
Headed to 1U after that and had my Warm Chicken Salad at Delicious 1U. Walked around a bit and checked out Naza Kia cars on display. Well I'm kinda looking for a car now coz tak tahan already my silly car where the service cost more than owning a Merc! Checked out Suria which used to be Picanto. Words has it that NAZA rebrand all the cars and somehow qualities have been compromised hence the lower prices now.
Later went on to check the MYVi at TTDI. Nice lady over there. Obviously it's a highly demanded car as she didn't seem desperate for the sales anyway. I'm definitely going to go for the Premium 1.3 model if I'm buying one. Oohh..finally went for Kickboxing class today. Tired siul!!! Brought CC along to check it out. After that, went to Banquet for a light dinner. Had Butterfish set. Not bad. It came with sauteed mushrooms and also accompanied by dessert available. Price was RM39.
Headed to 1U after that and had my Warm Chicken Salad at Delicious 1U. Walked around a bit and checked out Naza Kia cars on display. Well I'm kinda looking for a car now coz tak tahan already my silly car where the service cost more than owning a Merc! Checked out Suria which used to be Picanto. Words has it that NAZA rebrand all the cars and somehow qualities have been compromised hence the lower prices now.
Later went on to check the MYVi at TTDI. Nice lady over there. Obviously it's a highly demanded car as she didn't seem desperate for the sales anyway. I'm definitely going to go for the Premium 1.3 model if I'm buying one. Oohh..finally went for Kickboxing class today. Tired siul!!! Brought CC along to check it out. After that, went to Banquet for a light dinner. Had Butterfish set. Not bad. It came with sauteed mushrooms and also accompanied by dessert available. Price was RM39.
Saturday, December 29, 2007
OK Day!
Luckily it was practise class only so I had excuse to be late. I couldn't wake up hehe coz of the late night before. Reached there at almost 11am. Ran thru some dances coz I want to sweat it out and then all of us went for lunch at Secret Recipe. Reason being is my top may cause some unnecessary attention (which it DID!) walking around. I had Japanese Soba coz didn't feel like creamy stuff or meaty heavy stuff.
Went to Digital Mall after that to check on my baby. It seems the battery is spoilt which was rather upsetting coz it was only 9 months since I bought it! Luckily the store people managed to check and that it's still under warranty else it will cost me RM300-RM400! MAC expensive man! Bought a er not so happening (now only i realised) keyboard protector which seems to move around all the time, celaka. Chilled out at MK after that until evening where I left for my class. It was a replacement because Tuesday was Christmas. Hah, they were also distracted by the top. Wonders of baju made by man hehe....
Rushed to Delicious, BV2 after that to meet up with a friend for a quick drink. Left almost close to midnight after having helped get a cab for my friend. Once again, another late night :)
Went to Digital Mall after that to check on my baby. It seems the battery is spoilt which was rather upsetting coz it was only 9 months since I bought it! Luckily the store people managed to check and that it's still under warranty else it will cost me RM300-RM400! MAC expensive man! Bought a er not so happening (now only i realised) keyboard protector which seems to move around all the time, celaka. Chilled out at MK after that until evening where I left for my class. It was a replacement because Tuesday was Christmas. Hah, they were also distracted by the top. Wonders of baju made by man hehe....
Rushed to Delicious, BV2 after that to meet up with a friend for a quick drink. Left almost close to midnight after having helped get a cab for my friend. Once again, another late night :)
Boxing Day - 26th Dec
Today was running errands day. Returned the Ocean's 13 VCD, bought lunch, did some banking, collected my mail and sent my car for service. Ahh had home cooked lunch after not having it for a long time. Thanks grandma tho I know I have been a pain in the ass forever to you.
Walked to mum's shop for the 1st time under the scorching sun coz takde car to teach a friend a dance and stayed back to help out until my car was ready for collection. Paid my bill and got home to get ready to go for dinner. It was at Steve's new apartment in KL. Reached there rather late coz of the rain and met up with his friends from KL and a Malaysian working in SG who came back visiting too. Some furnitures were in place already and I'm sure more to come in time. We all stayed till about slightly past midnight.
Walked to mum's shop for the 1st time under the scorching sun coz takde car to teach a friend a dance and stayed back to help out until my car was ready for collection. Paid my bill and got home to get ready to go for dinner. It was at Steve's new apartment in KL. Reached there rather late coz of the rain and met up with his friends from KL and a Malaysian working in SG who came back visiting too. Some furnitures were in place already and I'm sure more to come in time. We all stayed till about slightly past midnight.
Friday, December 28, 2007
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto got assassinated!
RAWALPINDI, Pakistan (CNN) -- Pakistan's former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was assassinated Thursday after addressing a large gathering of her supporters. The bomb explodes near Bhutto's vehicle following a political rally in Rawalpindi. The suicide bomb attack also killed at least 22 others, doctors said. It was not immediately clear if Bhutto died from shots fired before the blast, or from wounds caused by bomb shrapnel. Her body was removed from Rawalpindi General Hospital late Thursday night, about six hours after the assassination.
President Pervez Musharraf held an emergency meeting in the hours after the death, according to state media. He said the killers were the same extremists that Pakistan is fighting a war against, and announced three days of national mourning.
Video of the scene just moments before the explosion showed Bhutto stepping into a heavily guarded vehicle to leave the rally.
John Moore, a photographer for Getty Images, said he heard at least two gunshots before the bomb was detonated.
Police sources told CNN the bomber, who was riding a motorcycle, blew himself up near Bhutto's vehicle. Bhutto was rushed to Rawalpindi General Hospital -- less than two miles from the bombing scene -- where doctors pronounced her dead.
Chaos erupted at the hospital when former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif arrived to pay his respects to Bhutto less than three hours after her death. Hundreds of Bhutto supporters crammed into the entrance shouted and cried, some clutching their heads in pain and shock. Sharif called it "the saddest day" in Pakistan's history. "Something unthinkable has happened," he said. Sharif said his party will boycott Pakistan's January 8 parliamentary elections in the wake of the assassination.
Police warned citizens to stay home as they expected rioting to break out in city streets in reaction to the death. Rioters burned tires and blocked roads in Karachi and other cities, police sources said. Police fired on an angry mob, killing two people, in the city of Khairpur in the Sindh province, Geo TV reported. Bhutto's husband issued a statement from his home in Dubai saying, "All I can say is we're devastated, it's a total shock."
President Bush said those responsible "must be brought to justice" and praised Bhutto as a woman who had "fought the forces of terror." He said: "She refused to allow assassins to dictate the course of her country." The number of wounded was not immediately known. However, video of the scene showed ambulances lined up to take many to hospitals.
The assassination happened in Rawalpindi's Liaquat Bagh Park, named for Pakistan's first prime minister -- Liaquat Ali Khan -- who was assassinated in the same location in 1951. The attack came just hours after four supporters of former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif died when members of another political party opened fire on them at a rally near the Islamabad airport Thursday, Pakistan police said. Several other members of Sharif's party were wounded, police said.
Bhutto, who led Pakistan from 1988 to 1990 and was the first female prime minister of any Islamic nation, was participating in the parliamentary election set for January 8, hoping for a third term. A terror attack targeting her motorcade in Karachi killed 136 people on the day she returned to Pakistan after eight years of self-imposed exile. CNN's Mohsin Naqvi, who was at the scene of both bombings, said Thursday's blast was not as powerful as that October attack. Thursday's attacks come less than two weeks after Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf lifted an emergency declaration he said was necessary to secure his country from terrorists.
Bhutto had been critical of what she believed was a lack of effort by Musharraf's government to protect her. Two weeks after the October assassination attempt, she wrote a commentary for CNN.com in which she questioned why Pakistan investigators refused international offers of help in finding the attackers. "The sham investigation of the October 19 massacre and the attempt by the ruling party to politically capitalize on this catastrophe are discomforting, but do not suggest any direct involvement by General Pervez Musharraf," Bhutto wrote.
President Pervez Musharraf held an emergency meeting in the hours after the death, according to state media. He said the killers were the same extremists that Pakistan is fighting a war against, and announced three days of national mourning.
Video of the scene just moments before the explosion showed Bhutto stepping into a heavily guarded vehicle to leave the rally.
John Moore, a photographer for Getty Images, said he heard at least two gunshots before the bomb was detonated.
Police sources told CNN the bomber, who was riding a motorcycle, blew himself up near Bhutto's vehicle. Bhutto was rushed to Rawalpindi General Hospital -- less than two miles from the bombing scene -- where doctors pronounced her dead.
Chaos erupted at the hospital when former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif arrived to pay his respects to Bhutto less than three hours after her death. Hundreds of Bhutto supporters crammed into the entrance shouted and cried, some clutching their heads in pain and shock. Sharif called it "the saddest day" in Pakistan's history. "Something unthinkable has happened," he said. Sharif said his party will boycott Pakistan's January 8 parliamentary elections in the wake of the assassination.
Police warned citizens to stay home as they expected rioting to break out in city streets in reaction to the death. Rioters burned tires and blocked roads in Karachi and other cities, police sources said. Police fired on an angry mob, killing two people, in the city of Khairpur in the Sindh province, Geo TV reported. Bhutto's husband issued a statement from his home in Dubai saying, "All I can say is we're devastated, it's a total shock."
President Bush said those responsible "must be brought to justice" and praised Bhutto as a woman who had "fought the forces of terror." He said: "She refused to allow assassins to dictate the course of her country." The number of wounded was not immediately known. However, video of the scene showed ambulances lined up to take many to hospitals.
The assassination happened in Rawalpindi's Liaquat Bagh Park, named for Pakistan's first prime minister -- Liaquat Ali Khan -- who was assassinated in the same location in 1951. The attack came just hours after four supporters of former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif died when members of another political party opened fire on them at a rally near the Islamabad airport Thursday, Pakistan police said. Several other members of Sharif's party were wounded, police said.
Bhutto, who led Pakistan from 1988 to 1990 and was the first female prime minister of any Islamic nation, was participating in the parliamentary election set for January 8, hoping for a third term. A terror attack targeting her motorcade in Karachi killed 136 people on the day she returned to Pakistan after eight years of self-imposed exile. CNN's Mohsin Naqvi, who was at the scene of both bombings, said Thursday's blast was not as powerful as that October attack. Thursday's attacks come less than two weeks after Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf lifted an emergency declaration he said was necessary to secure his country from terrorists.
Bhutto had been critical of what she believed was a lack of effort by Musharraf's government to protect her. Two weeks after the October assassination attempt, she wrote a commentary for CNN.com in which she questioned why Pakistan investigators refused international offers of help in finding the attackers. "The sham investigation of the October 19 massacre and the attempt by the ruling party to politically capitalize on this catastrophe are discomforting, but do not suggest any direct involvement by General Pervez Musharraf," Bhutto wrote.
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Pavilion Again!!
The 1st day excitement definitely didn't die down and I actually went to Pavilion again on Christmas! This time it's with my parents making this their 1st visit and 2nd for me. Yay! Wah, talk about being kiasu. I will let the pictures explain.
After really spending quite a bit of time (almost 7 hrs) trying to explore all the levels and discovering the stucture of how Pavilion is made up, I began to find comfort that it doesn't look too intimidating now hehe. Parkson's on almost every level with entries from both end. Tangs occupies only 2 floor, nothing that great though mum was really looking forward since they closed few years back. Parkson seems to have the upper hand even in varieties now.
By the end of the day, my feet was really hurting. Got myself a pair of shoes and a dress. Rushed back to catch Ocean's 13 which we rented. Man, it was boring and I was down with bad sinus and headache and went to sleep instead. An end to an exploratory day :)
J CO Donuts....Mad Queue
J CO Donuts...still mad after an hour
Stylo foodcourt
Interesting shop
An east meets west kinda shop
I even found flask used in the olden days - grandma era
i like the blue on the escalator in Tang's
After really spending quite a bit of time (almost 7 hrs) trying to explore all the levels and discovering the stucture of how Pavilion is made up, I began to find comfort that it doesn't look too intimidating now hehe. Parkson's on almost every level with entries from both end. Tangs occupies only 2 floor, nothing that great though mum was really looking forward since they closed few years back. Parkson seems to have the upper hand even in varieties now.
By the end of the day, my feet was really hurting. Got myself a pair of shoes and a dress. Rushed back to catch Ocean's 13 which we rented. Man, it was boring and I was down with bad sinus and headache and went to sleep instead. An end to an exploratory day :)
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Pavilion KL!
Finally, I dare say that I have got a touch/feel of what the fuss on Pavilion's all about. It's majestic looking with very high ceiling and not forgetting the very high end boutiques and interesting escalator zig zag crossing adopting overseas style. Went on Christmas Eve to check it out to see if I can still buy any last minute gifts. Glad that I did most of it on Sat as I spent time in shops getting things for myself and maximising the short time that I had in Pavilion.
Started exploring shops right after lunch. Went straight to bebe first coz it's the first outlet in Malaysia I think! There were just so many shops to see and really, I just dont know where to start. I only went to a few shops to be honest because I actually spent time trying some of the clothes that looked captivating. Got myself a bit more working attire. Checked out The Loaf bakery because it is supposed to be very famous with 1 branch opened in Langkawi so that makes this the 2nd.
I ended up paying RM4 as was there for almost 4 hours. Parking fee starts with RM3 in the 1st hr followed by RM1 every hour. Quite ex! Anyways I will surely be back again to explore more of the place. Left for church christmas celebration dinner after that.
Adventure started with lunch at Etoile
Etoile's menu
New York Deli Classic (Front View)
Side View looks more yummylicious
Teh Tarik
Wider prospective encompassing all the cute display
View from my seat
Cake & Christmas Logs Display
Started exploring shops right after lunch. Went straight to bebe first coz it's the first outlet in Malaysia I think! There were just so many shops to see and really, I just dont know where to start. I only went to a few shops to be honest because I actually spent time trying some of the clothes that looked captivating. Got myself a bit more working attire. Checked out The Loaf bakery because it is supposed to be very famous with 1 branch opened in Langkawi so that makes this the 2nd.
'Baby Face' which I found rather disturbing haha
Free 2 hrs parking with min purchase of RM100 in a sgl receipt
I ended up paying RM4 as was there for almost 4 hours. Parking fee starts with RM3 in the 1st hr followed by RM1 every hour. Quite ex! Anyways I will surely be back again to explore more of the place. Left for church christmas celebration dinner after that.
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Merry Christmassss!!!!!
Merry Christmas to everyone!!!! I will continue with my blog on my 1st visit to Pavilion later :) Need to get some sleep first.
Being the maid
Wah, believe it or not! It was spring cleaning day! I know this will take a while coz I don't maintain the house clean all the time. Not that fortunate coz no maid and not fair to expect parents to do this on their own. Me being a perfectionist when it comes to cleaning will vaccuum and clean as much as I can get! I know it won't last but it's just a very good feeling after that.
Happiness! Funny enough, I stayed home the whole day. I was dying to go out but seriously I wanted to finish everything so that I don't leave things half done. My room is the one that usually takes the longest hence I've been always wanting to look for new wardrobes to be able to stuff ALL my clothes in and also closed door cupboards to stuff my well pictures, books, etc else I got to vaccuum over and over again each and every item!
Had dinner with parents and aunt at Strawberry Fields in Taipan. Bumped into church friends there too, such coincidence! Dad's eldest sis dropped by with family. I went to rent Ocean's 13 to watch coz it was late and not much to do. Well it wasn't the best circumstance to watch since everyone was talking rather loudly which made me go upstairs for a while. Realising that that seemed anti-social, I brought my MAC down and worked on a presentation which was dued last week whilst catching up with relatives and had it sent over close to 1:30am.
Happiness! Funny enough, I stayed home the whole day. I was dying to go out but seriously I wanted to finish everything so that I don't leave things half done. My room is the one that usually takes the longest hence I've been always wanting to look for new wardrobes to be able to stuff ALL my clothes in and also closed door cupboards to stuff my well pictures, books, etc else I got to vaccuum over and over again each and every item!
Had dinner with parents and aunt at Strawberry Fields in Taipan. Bumped into church friends there too, such coincidence! Dad's eldest sis dropped by with family. I went to rent Ocean's 13 to watch coz it was late and not much to do. Well it wasn't the best circumstance to watch since everyone was talking rather loudly which made me go upstairs for a while. Realising that that seemed anti-social, I brought my MAC down and worked on a presentation which was dued last week whilst catching up with relatives and had it sent over close to 1:30am.
Christmas Shopping!!
Saturday was shopping day! Honestly didn't plan for Christmas shopping but decided to do it anyway. Started with getting myself a working shirt from Brooks Bros. Well it was a a real markdown so I couldn't resist! Not trying to be expensive but seriously, their cut fits my well. Another one was slightly dirtied so the shop is sending for dry clean and see if stain can be removed. If yes, I will take it too. (fingers crossed that they dont, i save 200 bucks hehe)
Later on, I joined CC and DL at Oriental Cravings for a light lunch. Had Pork Toast (well it was pork curry) and red bean. Continued with shopping after that. Got myself 3 tops from Extreme. Didn't actually realise that this particular shops sells Billabong and then decided to see if can catch any movie. Neither GSC or TGV could fit into the schedule therefore we decided on having a drink at Delicious. Thirsty already la after all the walking! I had my Watermelon and Lychee blast. I shouldn't be drinking cold drinks but heck it coz it's been a while.
CC & DL left later on and I joined Dik and Bak for Christmas shopping. I managed to get some stuff for parents and bro plus friends. Believe it or not, it was Round 2 at Delicious for me coz they wanted to go there so we had our dinner there. I had the Mushroom whatever pasta which was good! Dik had the Roast Beef and Bak had the 4 Cheese Macaroni,kewlness! Later after that, headed out a drive with Jamie and haha went for coffee + dessert at our usual hangout!
Later on, I joined CC and DL at Oriental Cravings for a light lunch. Had Pork Toast (well it was pork curry) and red bean. Continued with shopping after that. Got myself 3 tops from Extreme. Didn't actually realise that this particular shops sells Billabong and then decided to see if can catch any movie. Neither GSC or TGV could fit into the schedule therefore we decided on having a drink at Delicious. Thirsty already la after all the walking! I had my Watermelon and Lychee blast. I shouldn't be drinking cold drinks but heck it coz it's been a while.
CC & DL left later on and I joined Dik and Bak for Christmas shopping. I managed to get some stuff for parents and bro plus friends. Believe it or not, it was Round 2 at Delicious for me coz they wanted to go there so we had our dinner there. I had the Mushroom whatever pasta which was good! Dik had the Roast Beef and Bak had the 4 Cheese Macaroni,kewlness! Later after that, headed out a drive with Jamie and haha went for coffee + dessert at our usual hangout!
Monday, December 24, 2007
1/2 day & National Treasure
So much for a 1/2 work and the other 1/2 on leave. I actually stayed till 7:30pm darn and not even going out for lunch coz I was trying to finish everything that I could before I go on a long leave. I finished my compilation of all the products that I bought on Wednesday and have it sent to my Global team. I was a bit upset and ended up going to Midvalley and booked myself to watch whatever that was showing around the time. This is the 3rd time that I actually queued to get tickets.
Amazingly, the queue isn't too bad. It could also be the new opening of GSCs in Gardens and Pavilion. Not exactly sad to watch alone. It's just tough to meet each other's timing I suppose! I booked myself for National Treasures - Book of Secrets. It was the official 2nd day of the show and I must say that it was quite entertaining! I wasn't sure what to expect, dah la moody already and yea lurve the part where he stuck his hand into the hole in the rock, scared everyone and made a joke out of it. Let alone, Riley can be really funny too and he's good looking!
Synopsis:
In this follow up to the box-office hit "National Treasure," treasure hunter Ben Gates (Nicolas Cage) once again sets out on an exhilarating, action-packed new global quest to unearth hidden history and treasures. When a missing page from the diary of John Wilkes Booth surfaces, Ben's great-great grandfather is suddenly implicated as a key conspirator in Abraham Lincoln's death. Determined to prove his ancestor's innocence, Ben follows an international chain of clues that takes him on a chase from Paris to London and ultimately back to America. This journey leads Ben and his crew not only to surprising revelations - but to the trail of the world's most treasured secrets.
Amazingly, the queue isn't too bad. It could also be the new opening of GSCs in Gardens and Pavilion. Not exactly sad to watch alone. It's just tough to meet each other's timing I suppose! I booked myself for National Treasures - Book of Secrets. It was the official 2nd day of the show and I must say that it was quite entertaining! I wasn't sure what to expect, dah la moody already and yea lurve the part where he stuck his hand into the hole in the rock, scared everyone and made a joke out of it. Let alone, Riley can be really funny too and he's good looking!
Synopsis:
In this follow up to the box-office hit "National Treasure," treasure hunter Ben Gates (Nicolas Cage) once again sets out on an exhilarating, action-packed new global quest to unearth hidden history and treasures. When a missing page from the diary of John Wilkes Booth surfaces, Ben's great-great grandfather is suddenly implicated as a key conspirator in Abraham Lincoln's death. Determined to prove his ancestor's innocence, Ben follows an international chain of clues that takes him on a chase from Paris to London and ultimately back to America. This journey leads Ben and his crew not only to surprising revelations - but to the trail of the world's most treasured secrets.
Selamat Hari Raya Haji
Yay yay yay!!! Happiness! It's a public holiday. Many people took Friday off as it will be a long stretched weekend for them. I joined Joanne's class after having not dance for a quite a while. Picked up IR (still lost in some steps), revised Give it back, learnt Listen and technique to El Diablo!!! Wah....Beyonce's Listen is a beautiful, advanced smooth dance and I managed to pick up the steps of one of my favorite Latin competition songs - El Diablo woohoo!!!!! I am going to perfect them!!! Lurve it :D
Joined Darcy for lunch at San Terri's in Plaza Damas. Worried that shopping complexes were gonna be packed with people. oH oH I ended up buying a pair of "Running Bare" pants from Hooha. Well I haven't bought anything from there coz it's a bit expensive. There were sale items BUT, the magical BUT that I can't fit into them, celaka!! Ended buying one of the new arrivals which only had 10% off.
Headed off to the apt after lunch to lepak a bit. Had the yummy wedding cake and black glutinous rice dessert! It had some salt added to it which was unique..never tasted this combination before. Saw CE's wedding photos and videos and then revised the dances we just learnt, Listen and technique for El Diablo. After that, we went for dinner to Damansara Village Steamboat which was the perfect fix for the wet weather.
Joined Darcy for lunch at San Terri's in Plaza Damas. Worried that shopping complexes were gonna be packed with people. oH oH I ended up buying a pair of "Running Bare" pants from Hooha. Well I haven't bought anything from there coz it's a bit expensive. There were sale items BUT, the magical BUT that I can't fit into them, celaka!! Ended buying one of the new arrivals which only had 10% off.
Headed off to the apt after lunch to lepak a bit. Had the yummy wedding cake and black glutinous rice dessert! It had some salt added to it which was unique..never tasted this combination before. Saw CE's wedding photos and videos and then revised the dances we just learnt, Listen and technique for El Diablo. After that, we went for dinner to Damansara Village Steamboat which was the perfect fix for the wet weather.
Products Shopping!
Today was products shopping day. I left during lunch time and headed to Midvalley. Man, the traffic was so bad that I looked for parking for a good 30 mins!!!!!!!! Grabbed a quick lunch at Nando's which also took almost forever and then started my market visit and product shopping. I had to slowly analyze competitor products and buy the right ones. Did all my shopping at Guardian. Oh, I got a free umbrella for spending above RM200!! ;D
After having gone back to the office, did a bit of work and left for the day! Happiness coz next day, Thurs was a public holiday!!!
After having gone back to the office, did a bit of work and left for the day! Happiness coz next day, Thurs was a public holiday!!!
Sunday, December 23, 2007
AP Farewell Lunch
It feels more like a Friday today I guess because burden's been lifted off our shoulder. On top of that, our Marketing Director had a farewell lunch organized for the entire dept. We had lunch at Mizu and I ordered my usual Gindara set. I still prefer the Chawamushi at Sugimoto. Somehow the portion at Mizu is getting smaller. Well, that's the tactic anyway haha...reduce portion instead of increasing price.
Grabbed a Starbucks Tall Toffee Nut Latte, looked around at some booth that have been setup selling Christmasy stuff and bought a cute piggie photo album. Haven't decided if it is for personal use or given as a pressie :)
Grabbed a Starbucks Tall Toffee Nut Latte, looked around at some booth that have been setup selling Christmasy stuff and bought a cute piggie photo album. Haven't decided if it is for personal use or given as a pressie :)
Saturday, December 22, 2007
De Day! - S&M Conference
Ahhh......it couldn't have started any better. First of all, I almost could not wake up because I worked till 3am and had to wake up like 7:15am. Headed off to Sheraton Subang in my new green hooded jacket given by Ddt, an overdued of 1 year's present hah! ;)
Garnered quite a bit of stares from colleagues only to also get disapproving looks and comments from current and future boss on my attire. Well, I wasn't aware that it was formal! Boss mentioned that it was semi formal. Ok I admit I made the mistake of wearing rather casual. I went straight away to change from sports shoes to sandals and text my dad to help bring over working clothes.
Felt way better after having changed to something more familiar. Presentation went ok. Only that I couldn't emphasize the last slide which I had put in so much time having to edit the music, find the pics and animate it. Oh well! My theme for my brand is Superstar!
Garnered quite a bit of stares from colleagues only to also get disapproving looks and comments from current and future boss on my attire. Well, I wasn't aware that it was formal! Boss mentioned that it was semi formal. Ok I admit I made the mistake of wearing rather casual. I went straight away to change from sports shoes to sandals and text my dad to help bring over working clothes.
Felt way better after having changed to something more familiar. Presentation went ok. Only that I couldn't emphasize the last slide which I had put in so much time having to edit the music, find the pics and animate it. Oh well! My theme for my brand is Superstar!
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
No weekend for once!!!
Unbelievable!!!! No weekend for me! I shall always remember this weekend. It is all because of the S&M Conference. Big deal...well I guess it is a big deal else people won't bother coming to touch up their charts and put in so much effort for it. After waking up on Sat, did a bit of laundry and then headed off to the office from lunch till almost 7pm. Left for Peter's house to pay respect to his late grandmother. Met up with Darcy, Dato and CC for dinner (celebrated my belated bday dinner) at CAVA, Bangsar. Ended Sat with good food in my stomach!! :D
Went to church in the morning and left for home to get change before going into the office again. It was one of the few Sundays that so many marketers are in the office. Anyhow I stayed till about 7pm and left to DDt's place to seek help to edit my theme song for the presentation last minute. We managed to sort it out in the end and went for dinner nearby. The starters were good and promising. My salmon wasn't too bad but the worst PRESENTATION AND TASTE INCLUDED was WiKi's dinner. Portion was unbelievably big. Initially I thought it was like an insult or mockery but it seems that it's the norm. It was a Spaghetti Bolognese if I recalled correctly.
Ddt's Potato Gnocchi wasn't good either. Terrible experience for my 1st time having a gnocchi. It was so salty even the sick who's tastebud would have left them could tell. Well the embarassing moment was not carrying sufficient money with you. I swear I didn't wanna eat! Ddt and Wiki, if you're reading this, I didn't wanna go for dinner, malulah!! Anyways, I headed home MUCH longer after that coz got conned and went on a short roadtrip.
Went to church in the morning and left for home to get change before going into the office again. It was one of the few Sundays that so many marketers are in the office. Anyhow I stayed till about 7pm and left to DDt's place to seek help to edit my theme song for the presentation last minute. We managed to sort it out in the end and went for dinner nearby. The starters were good and promising. My salmon wasn't too bad but the worst PRESENTATION AND TASTE INCLUDED was WiKi's dinner. Portion was unbelievably big. Initially I thought it was like an insult or mockery but it seems that it's the norm. It was a Spaghetti Bolognese if I recalled correctly.
Ddt's Potato Gnocchi wasn't good either. Terrible experience for my 1st time having a gnocchi. It was so salty even the sick who's tastebud would have left them could tell. Well the embarassing moment was not carrying sufficient money with you. I swear I didn't wanna eat! Ddt and Wiki, if you're reading this, I didn't wanna go for dinner, malulah!! Anyways, I headed home MUCH longer after that coz got conned and went on a short roadtrip.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Worst SG trip ever! - Day 2 (Fri)
If missing the flight yesterday wasn't bad enough, things just had to get worst and history repeated itself the next day. I got up a bit early to enjoy my luxurious American Breakfast at Sheraton Towers. I then headed to the airport and checked myself in. Got there JIT! After having checked in, I continued breezing my way past immigration and into Changi. Wasn't in the mood for shopping coz was broke and on top of that, kept my word that I will stop buying luxury products (i told myself for now la) until further notice and was buried in thoughts with other more important things.
I found myself a place a place to sit down and started working on my presentation. I got so engrossed with my work that I saw that it was almost 10 mins to boarding time and packed so quickly and ran to the gate. I sat nearby or so I thought. Anyways, once again I wasn't allowed. I almost cried coz I needed to be back to the office. I swear that I really dont know how to tell my boss that I missed my flight. The whole idea of going back early is to work on this presentation.
With not much choice, I went to the SG airline counter to get book myself on the next flight back. After that, I sat myself down at the cubicle like workstation where they have power station for people with laptops. I started working on my presentation in cold sweat figuring out what to tell my boss. I eventually told her and worked as much as I could and started sending the presentation in parts because the file is huge. I could only send so much because it was almost time to board. Am not about to miss another flight!!
Flight was a bit miserable. I was rather sure that noon flight or earlier part of the day would be good and less turbulence but I was wrong! I felt a bit sick in that flight. Hitched a cab back, packed my stuff for the night and drove to work. Showed my changes as soon as I got back to the office. There were still more to go and I was really getting all worked out because of the changes till my boss even mentioned that she hadn't mean to be a bitch. Imagine! I am glad that I opted out from joining the farewell dinner for my Marketing Director hosted by my creative agency at Bijou. I had the dance performance that night at TTDI and quickly rushed for it. I reached I think slightly past 7pm and was going to cry coz wasn't in the mood to dance and have missed the rehearsal session.
Glad that Joanne still allowed me to dance. I picked up spontaneously as fast as I could and recap the other original steps of the 3 dances that I was going to perform with the rest. I am so much happier dancing that night. Serious stress reliever! My anger left me in time. It was really the moment that I just screamed my lungs out in the and threw my phone! Of course er I threw a bit soft la, sakit hati if need to spend to buy new one. After the whole thing, I went to Nads' house to pimjam shower coz USJ had no water supply from 8pm right through to 8am. No way I could sleep after having perspired so much.
I found myself a place a place to sit down and started working on my presentation. I got so engrossed with my work that I saw that it was almost 10 mins to boarding time and packed so quickly and ran to the gate. I sat nearby or so I thought. Anyways, once again I wasn't allowed. I almost cried coz I needed to be back to the office. I swear that I really dont know how to tell my boss that I missed my flight. The whole idea of going back early is to work on this presentation.
With not much choice, I went to the SG airline counter to get book myself on the next flight back. After that, I sat myself down at the cubicle like workstation where they have power station for people with laptops. I started working on my presentation in cold sweat figuring out what to tell my boss. I eventually told her and worked as much as I could and started sending the presentation in parts because the file is huge. I could only send so much because it was almost time to board. Am not about to miss another flight!!
Flight was a bit miserable. I was rather sure that noon flight or earlier part of the day would be good and less turbulence but I was wrong! I felt a bit sick in that flight. Hitched a cab back, packed my stuff for the night and drove to work. Showed my changes as soon as I got back to the office. There were still more to go and I was really getting all worked out because of the changes till my boss even mentioned that she hadn't mean to be a bitch. Imagine! I am glad that I opted out from joining the farewell dinner for my Marketing Director hosted by my creative agency at Bijou. I had the dance performance that night at TTDI and quickly rushed for it. I reached I think slightly past 7pm and was going to cry coz wasn't in the mood to dance and have missed the rehearsal session.
Glad that Joanne still allowed me to dance. I picked up spontaneously as fast as I could and recap the other original steps of the 3 dances that I was going to perform with the rest. I am so much happier dancing that night. Serious stress reliever! My anger left me in time. It was really the moment that I just screamed my lungs out in the and threw my phone! Of course er I threw a bit soft la, sakit hati if need to spend to buy new one. After the whole thing, I went to Nads' house to pimjam shower coz USJ had no water supply from 8pm right through to 8am. No way I could sleep after having perspired so much.
Worst SG trip ever! - Day 1 (Thur)
Of course for those that already or curious to know, I had the most horrible trip to SG ever! I actually didn't sleep the whole night before except for just 30 mins from 7:00-7:30am trying to finish the amendments requested. I packed most of my stuff for SG already and headed to the office as soon as possible to avoid the traffic.
More changes of course came about n boss was all worried coz it seemed like I have done nothing much. I was actually quite pissed because I stayed up doing all those animation and put together nicely and next thing I know, she doesn't want most of them. Anyways, I left for home and packed a bit last minute. I kinda left the office late and got a shower before catching the pre-booked cab. The cab driver rushed me to the airport after I told him that my flight was at 12pm. That was er already 10:50am if I remembered correctly.
What happened next was without a doubt a big blow to my face. I know I shouldn't have but so far, I have been rather lucky. The craziest check in that I have ever done was 20-25 mins before departure time, yet they still allowed me in. This time, I was only 5 minutes late, means it was 40 mins before departure and they don't allow me in!!!!!!! I panicked when I couldn't find the flight number when I first arrived at KLIA. The reason this time is because the flight was in another terminal! Lesson #1 - CHECK IN MIN 45 BEFORE DEP TIME. No kidding!!
I had to immediately get a queue number to try to catch the next shuttle flight. It was at 2:30pm and I nearly fainted coz I had to wait for at least 3 hours at the airport!!! I called my PR agency in SG immediately to inform of the situation and apologize that I couldn't make it earlier to help pack things. Thank God that my event officially starts at 5pm. I didn't have a choice but to just hang around till time to go to the Departure counter to check if you can get on the shuttle flight. Glad I could. I reached Singapore, DXO where I had my SOC event slightly past 4pm and my new boss was already there.
Anyways, it was great to finally meet in person the PR servicing team whom I have only dealt with via email. I prepared my speech as I was on the way and of course in my 3 hours that I had! I brought along with me products for display to the media. The event started close to 5:30pm and ended just slightly past an hour which was rather fast! Did my speech as well, fumbled a bit but got all the important elements put across *hopefully* to the press and public. DXO is actually a club located next to Esplanade Mall. It was good that invited guests and the 10 finalists actually hang around to enjoy the finger food prepared. I left around 7:30pm to my hotel for check in before going to Taka and Tangs to quickly check some things out before shops close as I was due to leave the next morning.
My friend picked me up from Taka as I wasn't in the mood for showing after having not found the things I wanted and went to Alleybar for a drink. I wasn't in the mood for those kind of drinks because I was tired and sleepy. Honestly, I was a bit cranky. Bumped into another SG colleague who's leaving the company by end Dec. What coincidence! Luckily I wasn't doing anything indecent hahah...not like I would! Had salad and Red Wine so that I can knock out and YES i slept like a baby until the next morning :)
More changes of course came about n boss was all worried coz it seemed like I have done nothing much. I was actually quite pissed because I stayed up doing all those animation and put together nicely and next thing I know, she doesn't want most of them. Anyways, I left for home and packed a bit last minute. I kinda left the office late and got a shower before catching the pre-booked cab. The cab driver rushed me to the airport after I told him that my flight was at 12pm. That was er already 10:50am if I remembered correctly.
What happened next was without a doubt a big blow to my face. I know I shouldn't have but so far, I have been rather lucky. The craziest check in that I have ever done was 20-25 mins before departure time, yet they still allowed me in. This time, I was only 5 minutes late, means it was 40 mins before departure and they don't allow me in!!!!!!! I panicked when I couldn't find the flight number when I first arrived at KLIA. The reason this time is because the flight was in another terminal! Lesson #1 - CHECK IN MIN 45 BEFORE DEP TIME. No kidding!!
I had to immediately get a queue number to try to catch the next shuttle flight. It was at 2:30pm and I nearly fainted coz I had to wait for at least 3 hours at the airport!!! I called my PR agency in SG immediately to inform of the situation and apologize that I couldn't make it earlier to help pack things. Thank God that my event officially starts at 5pm. I didn't have a choice but to just hang around till time to go to the Departure counter to check if you can get on the shuttle flight. Glad I could. I reached Singapore, DXO where I had my SOC event slightly past 4pm and my new boss was already there.
Anyways, it was great to finally meet in person the PR servicing team whom I have only dealt with via email. I prepared my speech as I was on the way and of course in my 3 hours that I had! I brought along with me products for display to the media. The event started close to 5:30pm and ended just slightly past an hour which was rather fast! Did my speech as well, fumbled a bit but got all the important elements put across *hopefully* to the press and public. DXO is actually a club located next to Esplanade Mall. It was good that invited guests and the 10 finalists actually hang around to enjoy the finger food prepared. I left around 7:30pm to my hotel for check in before going to Taka and Tangs to quickly check some things out before shops close as I was due to leave the next morning.
My friend picked me up from Taka as I wasn't in the mood for showing after having not found the things I wanted and went to Alleybar for a drink. I wasn't in the mood for those kind of drinks because I was tired and sleepy. Honestly, I was a bit cranky. Bumped into another SG colleague who's leaving the company by end Dec. What coincidence! Luckily I wasn't doing anything indecent hahah...not like I would! Had salad and Red Wine so that I can knock out and YES i slept like a baby until the next morning :)
S&M Preparation Week
It's all about the preparation of charts for the Sales & Marketing meeting. Boss wanted to see on Tuesday so I tried as much to cut and paste from all the business reviews done for our new Mktg Director as well as for our Regional SVP recently. Monday was a tough day for me because I left early for the practise for the coming Friday's performance. I had to leave tho in the midst of work. Well sometimes it's nice to have pressure and something to look forward to rather than just the mundane weekly routines.
Tuesday was the day that I tried to consolidate and finished as much as I could because I had my Veet event in Singapore on Thursday. Quite a few last minute things being covered now as I worked with my PR agency. I actually left earlier than usual once again to go through my steps, was getting a bit worried whether I can remember or not looking at my hectic next few days. Subsequently, I went ahead to teach my Putra Heights class. Just got to know one of the regular old times that it will be her last month and that the hall was the last month that we can make full use. It's back to padang again! Taught them "Crystal Clear" that night.
Wednesday was the day that I had to show my S&M charts to my boss. I haven't exactly put much thought as to how to link it to my theme "Superstar" which has been given to CLL. Obviously my boss wasn't too happy because it was merely a cut and paste job and simply anyone could do it and charts have been overused. After all the changes have been given in the later part of the afternoon, I tried as much as I could to change. I'm due to fly the next morning initially to Singapore on a 10:20am flight but ended up having to beg for a delay to a 12pm flight as she wants to see my amendments in the morning first.
Tuesday was the day that I tried to consolidate and finished as much as I could because I had my Veet event in Singapore on Thursday. Quite a few last minute things being covered now as I worked with my PR agency. I actually left earlier than usual once again to go through my steps, was getting a bit worried whether I can remember or not looking at my hectic next few days. Subsequently, I went ahead to teach my Putra Heights class. Just got to know one of the regular old times that it will be her last month and that the hall was the last month that we can make full use. It's back to padang again! Taught them "Crystal Clear" that night.
Wednesday was the day that I had to show my S&M charts to my boss. I haven't exactly put much thought as to how to link it to my theme "Superstar" which has been given to CLL. Obviously my boss wasn't too happy because it was merely a cut and paste job and simply anyone could do it and charts have been overused. After all the changes have been given in the later part of the afternoon, I tried as much as I could to change. I'm due to fly the next morning initially to Singapore on a 10:20am flight but ended up having to beg for a delay to a 12pm flight as she wants to see my amendments in the morning first.
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Sunday casual chill day
For the first Sunday in er God knows how many months, I actually stayed home! Wow, someone must buy the lottery. Of course er I didn't or couldn't wake up for church. Was too tired from the night before. Argh, I kind of forgot what I have been doing but I know that I chilled at home. I know I slept sometime in the afternoon too. Came to dinner, parents were attending a wedding an old friend's (Edward Chen) son's wedding at One World Hotel.
Granny wanted to cook and I insisted by force actually that I took her and my aunt who's been staying with us for several weeks (she's helping parents at the shop). I know I was mean but I really wanted to take her out for good food, how often can that be done. I even said that I refused to eat at home and that I will go out to eat with my friends if she was going to eat at home. We landed up in the famous Taiwanese restaurant/chain called "Fong Lye." Thanks to my agency friend only did I learn about this place. She brought me for my belated birthday lunch. It's a bit ex but it's nice.
There was a bit of a queue and I saw the unhappiness written all over grandma's face. I really hate it whenever they like complain to people demanding as to when is our turn and all, quite embarassing la. I told her to be quiet and wait patiently la in the most POLITE manner I could exude. I wasn't about to start searching for Chinese restaurants/shops and waste time. I didn't reserve in advance of course. Anyhow people, you SHOULD go if you have never been there. The place is cosy and food is nice though it's a bit premium. Portions come in either Small or Medium. Since there were only 3 of us, we tried 4 different varieties in Small sizes. Thank God their small was small. Normally it's quite difficult to order varieties when the number of people are small.
Service was good and fast! We had our dishes picked out whilst waiting in the queue. Learnt my lesson and will ensure prior reservation in future. Here are the dishes that we ordered. All were yummy. I'm glad that both my aunt and especially grandma enjoying the food. I know I haven't been that great a granddaughter but if I can do small little things like this to please her, I feel good.
Granny wanted to cook and I insisted by force actually that I took her and my aunt who's been staying with us for several weeks (she's helping parents at the shop). I know I was mean but I really wanted to take her out for good food, how often can that be done. I even said that I refused to eat at home and that I will go out to eat with my friends if she was going to eat at home. We landed up in the famous Taiwanese restaurant/chain called "Fong Lye." Thanks to my agency friend only did I learn about this place. She brought me for my belated birthday lunch. It's a bit ex but it's nice.
There was a bit of a queue and I saw the unhappiness written all over grandma's face. I really hate it whenever they like complain to people demanding as to when is our turn and all, quite embarassing la. I told her to be quiet and wait patiently la in the most POLITE manner I could exude. I wasn't about to start searching for Chinese restaurants/shops and waste time. I didn't reserve in advance of course. Anyhow people, you SHOULD go if you have never been there. The place is cosy and food is nice though it's a bit premium. Portions come in either Small or Medium. Since there were only 3 of us, we tried 4 different varieties in Small sizes. Thank God their small was small. Normally it's quite difficult to order varieties when the number of people are small.
Service was good and fast! We had our dishes picked out whilst waiting in the queue. Learnt my lesson and will ensure prior reservation in future. Here are the dishes that we ordered. All were yummy. I'm glad that both my aunt and especially grandma enjoying the food. I know I haven't been that great a granddaughter but if I can do small little things like this to please her, I feel good.
Special Choy Sam with Minced Meat (RM12)
Beancurd in Claypot with Abalone Clams (RM16)
Fried Prawn with Pepper (RM32)
3 Varieties of Supreme Diced Chicken (RM25)
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Dance, Work, Chill Saturday
Yay tis' Saturday!!! I still woke up considerably early because I had to put out my laundry before leaving for the studio. As usual, late la though practise was at 10am. I just couldn't wake up. Quite tired these days. It's been a while since I've been attending classes. Reason being because I sleep in and I'm up because it's performance practise.
I finally got the steps to "Please Don't Stop The Music" right because it was taught over a normal lesson. It was a fun and sexy dance!! I just lurve the moves. That's my ringing tone for quite a while. Headed on to the office to finish up some work since it was nearby and not come in on Sunday instead.
Left the office around 4:30pm and got back home to change and get ready for dinner. I will if possible NEVER DRIVE myself into KL on a weekend!! First of all, I wasn't too sure of the roads which means I don't know the shortcuts and detour and it took me bloody 1 hour to get to pick my friend up for dinner. He was visiting from Singapore.
Since I was already in KL, I wasn't going to drive anywhere out of it and decided to have Italian food and landed up at Chinoz on the Park. We had a very interesting interesting starter, some wagyu beef cooked with something. Arghh, I can't remember unfortunately. They give you only 5 small slices and charge you RM63 for it! Price I remember hehe, hopefully correct.
After that I had grilled free range chicken and my friend had de coco something pasta. It was nice. He wanted squid ink pasta but they ran out of it. We both had lattes after dinner. Mine's decaf latte (learnt that from Nads) and he ordered a hazelnut latte. Overall was good. On top of that, I bumped into my colleague, Christine with bf too who decided to seat themselves just at the next table.
Done with dinner, we moved on to Sky Bar for some drinks. I had my Cloud 9 in the 1st round. They changed the presentation style a bit. 2nd drink was this thing called "kiwila" and man did I hate it!!! Tasted like medicine. I swapped with his drink called "Thai chill" if I remembered correctly. It was better though he concluded it tasted like detergent! OK, OK I know. I shall stick to ones I know to be safe!!!
I finally got the steps to "Please Don't Stop The Music" right because it was taught over a normal lesson. It was a fun and sexy dance!! I just lurve the moves. That's my ringing tone for quite a while. Headed on to the office to finish up some work since it was nearby and not come in on Sunday instead.
Left the office around 4:30pm and got back home to change and get ready for dinner. I will if possible NEVER DRIVE myself into KL on a weekend!! First of all, I wasn't too sure of the roads which means I don't know the shortcuts and detour and it took me bloody 1 hour to get to pick my friend up for dinner. He was visiting from Singapore.
Since I was already in KL, I wasn't going to drive anywhere out of it and decided to have Italian food and landed up at Chinoz on the Park. We had a very interesting interesting starter, some wagyu beef cooked with something. Arghh, I can't remember unfortunately. They give you only 5 small slices and charge you RM63 for it! Price I remember hehe, hopefully correct.
After that I had grilled free range chicken and my friend had de coco something pasta. It was nice. He wanted squid ink pasta but they ran out of it. We both had lattes after dinner. Mine's decaf latte (learnt that from Nads) and he ordered a hazelnut latte. Overall was good. On top of that, I bumped into my colleague, Christine with bf too who decided to seat themselves just at the next table.
Done with dinner, we moved on to Sky Bar for some drinks. I had my Cloud 9 in the 1st round. They changed the presentation style a bit. 2nd drink was this thing called "kiwila" and man did I hate it!!! Tasted like medicine. I swapped with his drink called "Thai chill" if I remembered correctly. It was better though he concluded it tasted like detergent! OK, OK I know. I shall stick to ones I know to be safe!!!
Monday, December 10, 2007
Euro's Office Warming
Friday was a hectic day because we had ZP presentation with our GM sitting in. Believe it or not, we still had minor changes to the prepared charts. Oh well! At the same time, it was also touching up on the points that boss has given yesterday for our new Mktg Director's induction charts which was requested by the end of the day.
For the first time, I beat my team to it!! Finally, it was over and done with. The presentation with ZP had been delayed to next week. Hopefully the charts don't go to waste. What really upset me was that boss was thinking that we had done nothing in her absence. She hadn't a clue that the changes requested were quite a bit and it's not that simple as it looks! Fortunately, my team members shared the same sentiment. It's just that everyone has beeen suppressing their feelings about it and that night was the first time ever that we openly discussed about our frustrations.
Anyways, enough complaints already. I headed off to our creative agency's new office warming in Section 19, PJ. Went together with another colleague. The theme that night was red and I had a halter red top with me. It was ok. There were quite a bit of food and definitely lots of drinks. Some of the Regulatory Dept were also there. Bumped into an old friend, Rizal there and caught up for a bit before leaving with the rest close to 11pm.
For the first time, I beat my team to it!! Finally, it was over and done with. The presentation with ZP had been delayed to next week. Hopefully the charts don't go to waste. What really upset me was that boss was thinking that we had done nothing in her absence. She hadn't a clue that the changes requested were quite a bit and it's not that simple as it looks! Fortunately, my team members shared the same sentiment. It's just that everyone has beeen suppressing their feelings about it and that night was the first time ever that we openly discussed about our frustrations.
Anyways, enough complaints already. I headed off to our creative agency's new office warming in Section 19, PJ. Went together with another colleague. The theme that night was red and I had a halter red top with me. It was ok. There were quite a bit of food and definitely lots of drinks. Some of the Regulatory Dept were also there. Bumped into an old friend, Rizal there and caught up for a bit before leaving with the rest close to 11pm.
AP's co farewell dinner
ahh...this was the day where boss came back and followed up with everyone's progress on any outstanding work and especially excited or worried about our new Mktg Director's Induction charts. I showed her mine later in the afternoon and nothing new, was definitely expecting changes! I must say it wasn't simple changes, it was quite a bit!!
It was Anthony's farewell dinner organized by the company for the team and some that have worked with him in the past at La Bodega, Telawi St. Dinner started late because our GM brought the new Mktg & Sales Director for a brief market visit. Little did he realised that it was late when our HR Director decided to check on his whereabouts. On top of that, it was a rainy day so traffic was bad!!!
We started off with drinks for almost an hour and food was served before the GM's arrival because everyone's hungry by then. There was the usual speech (yada yada) by the GM followed by a short speech by my boss (A rep for Mktg), video presentation from the day he arrived till now that he's leaving and of course Anthony's speech. I must say food sux man! Quality has dropped. Most people share the same sentiments though I still feel that I have overeaten as usual. We left around 10+pm with our boss as we need to get our cars since we came together.
It was Anthony's farewell dinner organized by the company for the team and some that have worked with him in the past at La Bodega, Telawi St. Dinner started late because our GM brought the new Mktg & Sales Director for a brief market visit. Little did he realised that it was late when our HR Director decided to check on his whereabouts. On top of that, it was a rainy day so traffic was bad!!!
We started off with drinks for almost an hour and food was served before the GM's arrival because everyone's hungry by then. There was the usual speech (yada yada) by the GM followed by a short speech by my boss (A rep for Mktg), video presentation from the day he arrived till now that he's leaving and of course Anthony's speech. I must say food sux man! Quality has dropped. Most people share the same sentiments though I still feel that I have overeaten as usual. We left around 10+pm with our boss as we need to get our cars since we came together.
Sunday, December 9, 2007
3rd peaceful day
Final and last peaceful day without bothersome request or queries from boss which is good! On top of that, it was rather stressful coz I was a bit laidback the last 2 days and since she was due back tomorrow, I got to show be ready with my presentations.
Later in the evening, I headed towards Sri Hart to check out the kickboxing venue to have a look. It was ok. Nads was late, reached when the exercise ended and was going on their cool down session. Decided to take up the trial class which was a "must" before you decide whether to sign up or not. Having seen both Capoiera and Kickboxing, I think I will try the latter. Trial's class on Monday. Will be heading there with Nigel.
Later in the evening, I headed towards Sri Hart to check out the kickboxing venue to have a look. It was ok. Nads was late, reached when the exercise ended and was going on their cool down session. Decided to take up the trial class which was a "must" before you decide whether to sign up or not. Having seen both Capoiera and Kickboxing, I think I will try the latter. Trial's class on Monday. Will be heading there with Nigel.
Saturday, December 8, 2007
2nd peaceful day
Tuesday was ok. It was more like catching on things that I have left from the day before. I was once again late and got a bit of warning from future boss. Anyways, I will try my best to be in by 9am from then onwards. We had Mediacorp SG coming to touch base with us to maintain contact of course. They brought really nice 2008 organizers for most of the office people which was really nice of them.
Work continued and then I had a TC with my TH counterparts. Did it in my Ruben's room. Interestingly enough, the GM passed by twice ot see if Ruben's around. Ruben, our Supply Director was engaged in another discussion and I used the room. It lasted slightly over an hour.
Did a bit more work and then left early for practise of the performance steps. I joined Darcy's class in between to learn 3 x 8's of the new dance before I decided to walk out and continued with the performance steps. Cancelled my usual PH class as well as was trying to pick up both steps plus recover from the ache of overdoing Monday's session after having not dance for a while.
Work continued and then I had a TC with my TH counterparts. Did it in my Ruben's room. Interestingly enough, the GM passed by twice ot see if Ruben's around. Ruben, our Supply Director was engaged in another discussion and I used the room. It lasted slightly over an hour.
Did a bit more work and then left early for practise of the performance steps. I joined Darcy's class in between to learn 3 x 8's of the new dance before I decided to walk out and continued with the performance steps. Cancelled my usual PH class as well as was trying to pick up both steps plus recover from the ache of overdoing Monday's session after having not dance for a while.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Capoieraaa ok la
Monday was ok until my sinus struck!! No meetings, thank GOD! Honestly I feel the real working days are from Tuesday to Thursday. Monday is recovery from the weekend and Friday is like a relaxing day where you see colleagues being chatty here and there. I speak for myself too. On top of that, will disappear for long lunches.
Left early for the studio. Joanne told me (well I consider it LAST MINUTE!) that there was practise for her party that day from 6-8pm. I had to absorb 2 1/2 dances fast as everyone have been doing it more times than I had. Given the lack of dance these days, I considered myself semi-fast in picking up the 'kind of complicated' steps.
Finally satisfying this suppressed curiosity of mine checking out on what Capoiera was later that night, I wasn't erm too keen or I dont know, probably just expected more. Checked it out with ddt. It wasn't too interactive and not much physical contact if I shall put it. I expected martial arts (though it's a mix!) that it will actually touch the other party but no, it looks like kicking in the air. Headed on to Curve, the Apartment for light dinner before going back home. An end to the Monday.
Left early for the studio. Joanne told me (well I consider it LAST MINUTE!) that there was practise for her party that day from 6-8pm. I had to absorb 2 1/2 dances fast as everyone have been doing it more times than I had. Given the lack of dance these days, I considered myself semi-fast in picking up the 'kind of complicated' steps.
Finally satisfying this suppressed curiosity of mine checking out on what Capoiera was later that night, I wasn't erm too keen or I dont know, probably just expected more. Checked it out with ddt. It wasn't too interactive and not much physical contact if I shall put it. I expected martial arts (though it's a mix!) that it will actually touch the other party but no, it looks like kicking in the air. Headed on to Curve, the Apartment for light dinner before going back home. An end to the Monday.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
BBQ as reward for Working Sunday
Went to church late on Sunday, embarassed to say as usual but it's true! Lord, I am confessing this which I believe you already know :/ Intended to go home and bring my grandma for lunch but then a relative happened to come pick her up so that leaves me free. On my way back, I went for fruit shopping for my the coming week's supply. Packed 'wan tan mee' for my brother.
The weather was scorching hot! It made me so lethargic and sleepy that I just want to lie in my bed and not go to work. Yea, you heard me! I had to work because I feel like there's just too much to handle over the weekdays. It's just annoying how you never get to do what has been pre-planned as there are always urgent matters which you have to see to and then the piling work will come back to haunt you :(
My other colleague was actually there since morning. Was a dread to pull myself out of bed but still went anyway. Prior to that, I dropped a shawl for dry clean at Hartamas and headed back to the office. Did some work until about 5ish and decided to give Jo a call to check on some things. She was actually trying to get hold of me that very morning via a colleague whom she still has the number to invite me for a bbq at her friend's place in Mont Kiara. After having checked back home to inform mum, I went for the bbq.
Overstuffed as usual! Food was nice and met a few new people though er they aren't exactly very young. Glad that I wore shorts and sleeveless top, almost seemed as if I was prepared for the bbq session which I certainly was NOT! Some were in bikinis because they swam in between. That was my 1st time going into Sophia unit but it was by the pool at Mozart Tower and it was nice! :)
The weather was scorching hot! It made me so lethargic and sleepy that I just want to lie in my bed and not go to work. Yea, you heard me! I had to work because I feel like there's just too much to handle over the weekdays. It's just annoying how you never get to do what has been pre-planned as there are always urgent matters which you have to see to and then the piling work will come back to haunt you :(
My other colleague was actually there since morning. Was a dread to pull myself out of bed but still went anyway. Prior to that, I dropped a shawl for dry clean at Hartamas and headed back to the office. Did some work until about 5ish and decided to give Jo a call to check on some things. She was actually trying to get hold of me that very morning via a colleague whom she still has the number to invite me for a bbq at her friend's place in Mont Kiara. After having checked back home to inform mum, I went for the bbq.
Overstuffed as usual! Food was nice and met a few new people though er they aren't exactly very young. Glad that I wore shorts and sleeveless top, almost seemed as if I was prepared for the bbq session which I certainly was NOT! Some were in bikinis because they swam in between. That was my 1st time going into Sophia unit but it was by the pool at Mozart Tower and it was nice! :)
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Enchanted Saturday - McDreamy craze
Weeee....another good show!!! This was the most relaxing aka laziest Saturday away! It started with me doing some laundry. Lazy to hit the gym and started catching up on the last disc of Grey's Anatomy Season 3. Man, I DIDN'T like the ending :( Why must Preston, Allison leave the show? One is a really decent man and another a sex craze woman but that makes the whole team fun! Not really looking forward to the 4th season sigh.
Believe it or not, I was home and then got ready to go for a belated birthday dinner with Sa Ki. Decided to try "Kura" a newly opened Japanese restaurant in One World Hotel. Food was so so and only later did I realised that it was like a spin off or addition from the chains like Rakuzen, Zen, etc... Wah the owner getting rich!! The soft shell crab sucks man! I shouldn't be comparing with Ozeki but I couldn't help it! Color doesn't even look appetising to start off with.
Later after dinner, we decided to try our luck in catching Enchanted at 9:30pm. At that time, it was just another 10 mins to screening time and we were lucky to still be able to obtain decent seats. Glad I brought my advertiser's pass (thanks Strepsils)that the 2 tickets were free!!
Believe it or not, I was home and then got ready to go for a belated birthday dinner with Sa Ki. Decided to try "Kura" a newly opened Japanese restaurant in One World Hotel. Food was so so and only later did I realised that it was like a spin off or addition from the chains like Rakuzen, Zen, etc... Wah the owner getting rich!! The soft shell crab sucks man! I shouldn't be comparing with Ozeki but I couldn't help it! Color doesn't even look appetising to start off with.
Salad aka starter
Softshell crab - extra dish
My Gindara set (RM42)
Sa Ki's Unagi & Sashimi set (RM55)
Later after dinner, we decided to try our luck in catching Enchanted at 9:30pm. At that time, it was just another 10 mins to screening time and we were lucky to still be able to obtain decent seats. Glad I brought my advertiser's pass (thanks Strepsils)that the 2 tickets were free!!
Mr McDreamy as Robert
James Marsden as Prince Edward
Pip - my fav squirrel!
Amy Adams as Princess Giselle
Friday Nightmare
Friday was a bit scary for me and another Finance colleague. I decided to work late because we have quite a few things to do especially finishing up a presentation for FHR category. I finally sent it out close to 10pm and tried to work on other things. Power had to shut down about 11:30pm and both of us freaked out! At least there were still emergency lights where I sat whereas hers were pitch dark!
Finished what I could, saved pack up and left! We checked with the guards downstairs and true enough, there were maintenance going on. Not too sure why we didn't get the notification but luckily we had no issue exiting the office and also using the lift! Thank God that both me and the other colleague had each other as company *phew*
Finished what I could, saved pack up and left! We checked with the guards downstairs and true enough, there were maintenance going on. Not too sure why we didn't get the notification but luckily we had no issue exiting the office and also using the lift! Thank God that both me and the other colleague had each other as company *phew*
Stardust movie!!!
Nice nice show! Glad that I booked myself in to watch this show. No regrets. Didn't know what to expect but certainly had no regrets! Tristan looks good in both short and long hair. Michelle Pfeiffer was soooo good playing her role as a witch. I am sure most will agree that Robert De Niro dancing away in a lady's costume was one that really gave away and entertaining!!!
Sunday, December 2, 2007
Looking forward to Stardust!
Thursday was good because I didn't do lots of work as I was out to recce clubs in Asian Heritage Row during lunch. Cool huh? If only work can like this probably once weekly which would make it all worthwhile. I had to leave in between a presentation which has not even reached my turn because my PR agency were already waiting downstairs to pick me up. We reached around 12:45pm. Checked out Loft first, followed by Maison. Both has it's pros and cons. It will ultimately be dependent on cost.
After a half day's "hard work." we went for lunch together with my event management company. It was called Bar Club which is still along the Heritage Row. At first it looked a bit dodgy from the outside with 'not so nice' handwriting of the menu and it was actually a club. We checked it out and decided that it was an alternative place for consideration as well and headed upstairs for lunch. Believe it or not, it was different and everybody was taken aback by the setup. Downstairs had the club look and feel and suddenly upstairs it was quaint and looking classy and comfy at the same time with quite a few diners already going at their food!
Food served was a fusion of Western as well as Asian if I remembered correctly. We scout around and saw that most people were having Western and decided to have too. It was nice and price was reasonable ie it was all quoted at nett price with no ++. I can't believe Caesar Salad will only be RM6.00. Of course you don't expect too huge a portion in return. It serves as a really good light meal. Stopped for Starbucks Toffee Nut Latte (skinny with no whipped cream) before I headed back to the office. Back to work as usual of course with shorter hours. Did some work and left for the cinema for Stardust.
After a half day's "hard work." we went for lunch together with my event management company. It was called Bar Club which is still along the Heritage Row. At first it looked a bit dodgy from the outside with 'not so nice' handwriting of the menu and it was actually a club. We checked it out and decided that it was an alternative place for consideration as well and headed upstairs for lunch. Believe it or not, it was different and everybody was taken aback by the setup. Downstairs had the club look and feel and suddenly upstairs it was quaint and looking classy and comfy at the same time with quite a few diners already going at their food!
Food served was a fusion of Western as well as Asian if I remembered correctly. We scout around and saw that most people were having Western and decided to have too. It was nice and price was reasonable ie it was all quoted at nett price with no ++. I can't believe Caesar Salad will only be RM6.00. Of course you don't expect too huge a portion in return. It serves as a really good light meal. Stopped for Starbucks Toffee Nut Latte (skinny with no whipped cream) before I headed back to the office. Back to work as usual of course with shorter hours. Did some work and left for the cinema for Stardust.
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Stressful week - first 3 days
It was a bit of a stressful week as my boss will be away 1st week of Dec for at least 3 days for training so lots of presentations required for her reading pleasure. Well, Monday went fine. Wanted to head to the gym but was lazy to be honest! Maybe I need another wedding or competition to look forward to as some form of motivation. Got free passes to catch the sneak preview of "Across The Universe" which will only officially open for public viewing on Wed, 29th Nov. The movie was very much musical driven, inspired by "The Beatles" and though it was rather slow, it wasn't too bad.
Tuesday was alright but of course what else can be bogging you down rather than preparing for presentations and presentations! Our new Mktg Dir is coming in next week and we have to prepare induction charts for her, sigh extra work!! Was also completing as much as I could on my Market Visit Report for SG. Keeping my word to my boss. Trip doesn't come free ... Taught my class Gigolo today.
Lets see what did I do on Wednesday. Ahh...we had the presentation of next year's PR plans for one of my brands. My future boss sat in as well to get a better understanding of the happenings. No corporate class to teach today. It's been cancelled for as good as 2 months! Not even sure if I should continue. Headed on to Midvalley to possibly buy myself a ticket to watch Stardust on Thursday and check if there's anything to catch since it's Wednesday. I went ahead to buy ticket to watch Beowulf. I wanted to watch so much just because of Angie Jolie. Somehow I must be feeling tired plus the fact that the movie couldn't retain my attention and I left just 1 hour into the show. It was getting late and I was worried to drive back so late myself. Never mind, will catch it on DVD later.
Tuesday was alright but of course what else can be bogging you down rather than preparing for presentations and presentations! Our new Mktg Dir is coming in next week and we have to prepare induction charts for her, sigh extra work!! Was also completing as much as I could on my Market Visit Report for SG. Keeping my word to my boss. Trip doesn't come free ... Taught my class Gigolo today.
Lets see what did I do on Wednesday. Ahh...we had the presentation of next year's PR plans for one of my brands. My future boss sat in as well to get a better understanding of the happenings. No corporate class to teach today. It's been cancelled for as good as 2 months! Not even sure if I should continue. Headed on to Midvalley to possibly buy myself a ticket to watch Stardust on Thursday and check if there's anything to catch since it's Wednesday. I went ahead to buy ticket to watch Beowulf. I wanted to watch so much just because of Angie Jolie. Somehow I must be feeling tired plus the fact that the movie couldn't retain my attention and I left just 1 hour into the show. It was getting late and I was worried to drive back so late myself. Never mind, will catch it on DVD later.
Sunday Leisure
Glad that I could sleep in which is something rare and precious these days. As I speak, it's already 12:36am now. Eyes can't really open but still want to blog. Anyways, woke up about 9am+ on Sunday, read a bit of book, showered, got ready to leave as my friend was going to pick me up at 11:30am.
Took a drive to Mount Faber for the first time. It was so near the hotel that I stayed. It was like erm, nicer version of Jalan Gasing where people take their walks, exercise, jogs, etc.. It's like a park too. We parked the car at the bottom and walked up to see the view of SG from the top. It was alright though nothing spectacular but I believe one ought to experience spots that they have never been to. Good bit of exercise it was.
After that, we headed to Carlton Hotel for Dim Sum brunch. It was good! It's in this placed called 'Wah Lok Restaurant." Dim sum was good! I had my favorite "Char Siew Sou" and it was yummy! Everything was nice. Lunch was good and we decided to walked around town a bit and checked out Singapore Management University, one of the Top Unis now where graduates are highly sought after. Best part is that we were going to head to PK's place just before I leave for the airport only to find out that she was called for a flight!!! sigh, and i wanted to check out her cool TV!!! Next time I guess.
Since there was some time to kill, we headed on to the Esplanade, ahh the Durian place! The last I went was for the Mamma Mia musical if I remembered correctly. Checked out the events at Esplanade and also walked around in the open air. I also came across the club where I would be in the about 2 1/2 weeks time for my event.
Time to go back! Left for the airport. Reached around 4:15pm as my flight was at 5:25pm only to find out that it was cancelled!! No other choice but to go on the next at 6:05pm. I reached around 7:15pm at KL and took a cab home. Since it was a Sunday and that I held Nad's keys with me, I drove over to return but first stopping at MK to pass CC the chocs I bought for them. An end to a well nice Sunday :D
Took a drive to Mount Faber for the first time. It was so near the hotel that I stayed. It was like erm, nicer version of Jalan Gasing where people take their walks, exercise, jogs, etc.. It's like a park too. We parked the car at the bottom and walked up to see the view of SG from the top. It was alright though nothing spectacular but I believe one ought to experience spots that they have never been to. Good bit of exercise it was.
After that, we headed to Carlton Hotel for Dim Sum brunch. It was good! It's in this placed called 'Wah Lok Restaurant." Dim sum was good! I had my favorite "Char Siew Sou" and it was yummy! Everything was nice. Lunch was good and we decided to walked around town a bit and checked out Singapore Management University, one of the Top Unis now where graduates are highly sought after. Best part is that we were going to head to PK's place just before I leave for the airport only to find out that she was called for a flight!!! sigh, and i wanted to check out her cool TV!!! Next time I guess.
Since there was some time to kill, we headed on to the Esplanade, ahh the Durian place! The last I went was for the Mamma Mia musical if I remembered correctly. Checked out the events at Esplanade and also walked around in the open air. I also came across the club where I would be in the about 2 1/2 weeks time for my event.
Time to go back! Left for the airport. Reached around 4:15pm as my flight was at 5:25pm only to find out that it was cancelled!! No other choice but to go on the next at 6:05pm. I reached around 7:15pm at KL and took a cab home. Since it was a Sunday and that I held Nad's keys with me, I drove over to return but first stopping at MK to pass CC the chocs I bought for them. An end to a well nice Sunday :D
Friday, November 30, 2007
Singapore Trade Visit - Sat, 24th Nov
Ahhh I had such a good night sleep that I just couldn't wake up. Glad that there wasn't any alarm to wake up early. I was due to fly back Sat evening but due to some reason, I stayed back another night and decided to leave on Sunday late afternoon instead. Caught some silly show with a monkey pairing up with a man in a spy movie. Saw till the end and quickly got ready to leave for my 2nd day of trade visit.
This was the day that I aimed to cover all the outlets on my list as well as additional outlets along the way. I did that successfully which I must say that I'm rather proud of! Believe it or not, my last stop was Taka and that was already 7pm. My friend picked me up (Traffic was heavy too!), sent me to my hotel to pick up my bag which I've left at the concierge and headed to check into another place to put up for the additional night. My friend then waited for me to shower and proceeded for dinner.
Clarke Quay was the option for dining and boy was it happening! Perhaps it happened to also have lots of outdoor stage events and all. We dined at this restaurant called "Pump" and it serves decent fusion of food. It was really noisy as we were sitted next to a stage where they were holding an event in search of the winner best short film which best represents Singapore by young students.
Above is particularly unique though I ain't surprised why it got a lot of negative oppositions or rather, discriminating to the unwell people. It's a bar called Clinic where customers sits in an actual wheel chairs as well as actual hospital beds with drips by the side.
Unfortunately I was heaving my usual bad sinus day so I wasn't enjoying as much as I would have on a normal day. Having said that, it was still good to see Clarke Quay after so many years of having just vague memories about it. After dinner, we walked around from one end to the other and weather was awfully WARM!! We watched this Reverse Bungy which was one of the so called amusement that they had. Had we had an early dinner, I may opt to try the bungy. Imagine what could happen on a full stomach....
We had Turkish ice cream which has similar texture of those offered by Lecka Lecka back home. This is one store to stop by because they have a unique way of selling you the icecream where they will play with it before actually handing it over to you. Walked for a bit more and retired at 1:30am back to the hotel.
This was the day that I aimed to cover all the outlets on my list as well as additional outlets along the way. I did that successfully which I must say that I'm rather proud of! Believe it or not, my last stop was Taka and that was already 7pm. My friend picked me up (Traffic was heavy too!), sent me to my hotel to pick up my bag which I've left at the concierge and headed to check into another place to put up for the additional night. My friend then waited for me to shower and proceeded for dinner.
Clarke Quay was the option for dining and boy was it happening! Perhaps it happened to also have lots of outdoor stage events and all. We dined at this restaurant called "Pump" and it serves decent fusion of food. It was really noisy as we were sitted next to a stage where they were holding an event in search of the winner best short film which best represents Singapore by young students.
Above is particularly unique though I ain't surprised why it got a lot of negative oppositions or rather, discriminating to the unwell people. It's a bar called Clinic where customers sits in an actual wheel chairs as well as actual hospital beds with drips by the side.
Unfortunately I was heaving my usual bad sinus day so I wasn't enjoying as much as I would have on a normal day. Having said that, it was still good to see Clarke Quay after so many years of having just vague memories about it. After dinner, we walked around from one end to the other and weather was awfully WARM!! We watched this Reverse Bungy which was one of the so called amusement that they had. Had we had an early dinner, I may opt to try the bungy. Imagine what could happen on a full stomach....
We had Turkish ice cream which has similar texture of those offered by Lecka Lecka back home. This is one store to stop by because they have a unique way of selling you the icecream where they will play with it before actually handing it over to you. Walked for a bit more and retired at 1:30am back to the hotel.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Singapore Trade Visit - Fri, 23rd Nov
Left for SG on Friday. Didn't really know what to pack and since it was only for 1 night, I packed light. Took only the Quiksilver Bag and the huge Anya Hindmarch that could practically pack anything inside. Anyhow, took the 8:55am flight and reached slightly pass 10am. I decided to check out the electronic shops and got attracted to some unique looking speakers for the IPod.
The reason I went to SG was for Market Visit of which I did and also put up a night at my usual hotel. I left slightly past 12pm to my 1st outlet at Suntec. PK waited for me there and got me a really nice box of chocs that I was told that I must try and finished once open. The ice pack could help keep the chocs from melting 5 hours from time of purchase. Chocs were from Royce. She accompanied everywhere I went and was dressed nicely hehe whereas I was in just my casual jeans and tank top. Feeling a bit unglamorous next to her (haha forgive me if you read this PK!)
PK bought me a belated birthday lunch at a Sudanese restaurant in Suntec which was REALLY REALLY NICE!!! Somehow they were just erm different! Can't exactly explain but you would have thought it was just normal Chinese dishes but the minute it goes into your mouth, you had be surprised. After covering at least 8 outlets, it was rather tiring because I travelled from the East to the West and headed back to Central where my hotel was. Later we split ways as she headed back home and we going to our SG office area to meet an old friend in SG. Her name's Serene and I wanted to go nearby too as it was really sweet of her to come and meet me despite that she was over 7 months pregnant! Appreciate that my dear!
We met up at my office in Bukit Timah. I did a quick market visit and we headed off my dinner at an Italian restaurant nearby. Name was Casa Roma if I remembered correctly. The food was great!!! Cooks were Italian, owner was Japanese. Quite an interesting mix! My main course was unique to me. Serene had the pizza which if I recalled correctly was the Quattro Stagioni (Artichoke, salami, mushroom, olives & mozzarella) & a Minestrone Soup. I had a Main Course which I can't remember the name but it was some beef wrapped in spinach wish mash potato (Really mashed up). I think the name was Involtini Di Gamberi Con Prosciutto Di Parm. We both enjoyed my meal and the catching up. I think the next I see her will probably after she has delivered. After dinner, I waited for her sis to come pick her up and got myself a cab to the hotel.
The reason I went to SG was for Market Visit of which I did and also put up a night at my usual hotel. I left slightly past 12pm to my 1st outlet at Suntec. PK waited for me there and got me a really nice box of chocs that I was told that I must try and finished once open. The ice pack could help keep the chocs from melting 5 hours from time of purchase. Chocs were from Royce. She accompanied everywhere I went and was dressed nicely hehe whereas I was in just my casual jeans and tank top. Feeling a bit unglamorous next to her (haha forgive me if you read this PK!)
PK bought me a belated birthday lunch at a Sudanese restaurant in Suntec which was REALLY REALLY NICE!!! Somehow they were just erm different! Can't exactly explain but you would have thought it was just normal Chinese dishes but the minute it goes into your mouth, you had be surprised. After covering at least 8 outlets, it was rather tiring because I travelled from the East to the West and headed back to Central where my hotel was. Later we split ways as she headed back home and we going to our SG office area to meet an old friend in SG. Her name's Serene and I wanted to go nearby too as it was really sweet of her to come and meet me despite that she was over 7 months pregnant! Appreciate that my dear!
We met up at my office in Bukit Timah. I did a quick market visit and we headed off my dinner at an Italian restaurant nearby. Name was Casa Roma if I remembered correctly. The food was great!!! Cooks were Italian, owner was Japanese. Quite an interesting mix! My main course was unique to me. Serene had the pizza which if I recalled correctly was the Quattro Stagioni (Artichoke, salami, mushroom, olives & mozzarella) & a Minestrone Soup. I had a Main Course which I can't remember the name but it was some beef wrapped in spinach wish mash potato (Really mashed up). I think the name was Involtini Di Gamberi Con Prosciutto Di Parm. We both enjoyed my meal and the catching up. I think the next I see her will probably after she has delivered. After dinner, I waited for her sis to come pick her up and got myself a cab to the hotel.
wOrK wOrK
Well, what else can i be blogging but work for the week from Mon to Thurs! Basically it wasn't too busy a week so could still managed. Only went to gym once on Mon, what a lazy bum I am! My body was aching all the way because I haven't done Pump for a while and straight away 'gung ho' about it. Oh btw, I had a free snack cum supper. Did my workout at Curve's FF and wanted something light because it was already passed 9:30pm then.
After having scout something within budget and less er fats, I stopped at Kenny Roger's Chicken. Didn't feel like having much protein as it felt heavy for night and saw that they offered fruit salad. I opt for that instead and guess what, fruits they gave me were either towards tailend especially the watermelon with the you know white section part and even th
e edges of orange. Anyways to cut the story short, I made a polite complaint and guess what, my food was free!!!
Rest of the days were just work, nothing new until I decided at the very last minute on Wed evening that I had to go to SG on Friday and had my colleague to search for tickets and book hotel on Thurs. Beat that! I was freaking out on Thurs afternoon not even sure if I had secured myself a hotel. SG can be really pack on weekends!
After having scout something within budget and less er fats, I stopped at Kenny Roger's Chicken. Didn't feel like having much protein as it felt heavy for night and saw that they offered fruit salad. I opt for that instead and guess what, fruits they gave me were either towards tailend especially the watermelon with the you know white section part and even th
e edges of orange. Anyways to cut the story short, I made a polite complaint and guess what, my food was free!!!
Rest of the days were just work, nothing new until I decided at the very last minute on Wed evening that I had to go to SG on Friday and had my colleague to search for tickets and book hotel on Thurs. Beat that! I was freaking out on Thurs afternoon not even sure if I had secured myself a hotel. SG can be really pack on weekends!
Monday, November 26, 2007
BIG DAY!!
Here's the big day!!!! It's been a while since I met up with Darcy because I'm sure that she's rather busy with the wedding preparation and all. I made my way to Mont Kiara and arrived at 10:10am. Headed straight to the reception area just above the pool. Met Darcy's good line dance friends and sat with them. I won't blog so much of this all will be done by CC. Here are some pictures of the beautiful setup for the tea ceremony.
After the tea ceremony, I headed on to Tiffany's housewarming for a short while since I had a bit of time before I went for my miraculous makeover session later. Obviously was overdressed for it but still went anyway. Left in less than one hour towards Midvalley. I was on time, amazing! I promised I will show pictures of my makeup and tada, here we go at the bottom! Call me vain but I want to keep the pictures so that I know how the make up was done and looked like. Hair do was good as well which costed a lot! Left for MO hotel after that for the evening session.
After the tea ceremony, I headed on to Tiffany's housewarming for a short while since I had a bit of time before I went for my miraculous makeover session later. Obviously was overdressed for it but still went anyway. Left in less than one hour towards Midvalley. I was on time, amazing! I promised I will show pictures of my makeup and tada, here we go at the bottom! Call me vain but I want to keep the pictures so that I know how the make up was done and looked like. Hair do was good as well which costed a lot! Left for MO hotel after that for the evening session.
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