Let's Makan!!

Back to School

2010-07-10T23:13:00.002+08:00

Heyz.. haven't blog for long le.. so here I am..Anyway, its back to school for me in approx. 2 wks or so.. and I'm having mixed feelings.. both excited and scared.. but the fear factor outweighs the excitement in me!My fears include the following:(a) What if I cannot cope with my studies and work?(b) What if I fail? Can I cope with such stress and failure (knowing I'm a perfectionist)?(c) Does my

Reliving my childhood @ Universal Studios Singapore!

2010-06-19T23:02:00.050+08:00

Group of colleagues in ex-Company hanging out in Universal Studios Singapore!Well.. the day has come where I was waiting quite impatiently for! Its the long-awaited Cerebos Family Day 2010, happened today at Universal Studios Singapore & Resorts World Sentosa!Welcoming my world, Universal Studios Singapore, with open arms!I almost couldn't sleep the nite before actually.. haha.. very excited!The

A new challenge..

2010-06-09T22:00:00.001+08:00

I have just received news today from HR that with immediate effect, my current department would undergo a re-organisation..Of course, with re-organisation, it can be either a good or bad thing.. It all depends on how you look at it..So after my reorganisation today, I no longer do tablets and instead, I'm doing liquids, something that I have never done before!It was the same as tablets as I

The end of the loonnggg weekend..

2010-05-30T22:29:00.001+08:00

Its the long weekend, and my aunty from Melbourne came to Singapore for her annual holiday.. she stayed at my house, and hence, to be a good host, brought her round Orchard area to eat and all, and show her the sights and sounds of Orchard..Glad she had a good time (her fave was the Azubo Sabo Green-Tea Red Bean & Black Sesame Hokkaido Ice-cream).. in fact, at her stay here in Singapore (4D3N),

Application successful!

2010-05-26T21:37:00.000+08:00

Yup.. as the pic says it all, my application for the programme in Bachelor of Communications is successful!Really want to thank the LORD for it.. because it has always been a dream come through to study such stuff, because my ultimate dream job would be in the service/Public Relations industry... so yupz.. I'm one step nearer to that goal!Studying of course doesn't come cheap but thank God for

Cerebos Bowling Competition 2010

2010-05-25T23:41:00.000+08:00

It is the time of the year again where Cerebos hosts her annual bowling competition, and for a change this year, it was held at Kallang Bowl @ Kallang Leisure Park.As usual, I was one step away from a turkey strike (which will win me $50 cash if I had one), but I was 3 pins short of a strike on the last.. sigh~But ok lah.. for the second time, my team won $30 Sushi Tei voucher, so we plan to

Happy 175th Birthday to BRAND'S!

2010-05-21T21:15:00.001+08:00

The BRAND'S FamilyThis is the first year of my life that I took to the streets as a BRAND'S ambassador for a day! It is part and parcel of the BRAND'S Day celebrations which all staff are required to attend..It was a day where we are assigned to various locations in Singapore, to pass gift packs to our retailers (supermarkets, chinese medical halls, etc), as our way of saying thanks for the

Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-09T22:05:00.008+08:00

This Mother's Day, decide to go a bit simple, because have been spending a little too much, and next month is my dad's birthday, and we plan to eat at a little more expensive place.. so ya..Anyway, this evening, brought my mum to Thai Accent @ Vivocity for her Mother's Day meal, as we were all carving for the Tom Yum Soup.. haha.But somehow the standard drop today and servings shrink quite a bit,

JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2010

2010-05-06T22:45:00.004+08:00

The run is here again.. however, this year I decided not to run, because of the route last year (which is the same as this year!)..However, I was asked to replace my EVP/CFO as he is not feeling well.. And I happen to be free, and thought oh well.. just go lah..To my surprise, I didn't regret it, because the finisher T-shirt is really very nice (because its Adidas design and its very obvious with

The OCC Wedding of the Year!

2010-05-02T23:45:00.002+08:00

Yes!! The OCC Wedding of the Year happened yesterday and just now at the dinner.. It was a wedding of Gregory & Jaslyn.. so yupz..I was actually one of the busier personnels, becos' I was in charge of filming their wedding (yesterday - 01 May 2010) at Saint Andrew's Cathedral & editing it just in time for the dinner just now at Peony Jade Restaurant, Keppel Club.Let's just talk about yesterday (

I'm going to Universal Studios Singapore!

2010-04-26T22:18:00.003+08:00

I'm so happy, because just this morning, an official email was sent out by my company's Wellness Committee, that my company is going to organise our Family Day 2010 at Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa.. wooohooo~.. so happy..It will be on 19 Jun 2010 (Sat), and thank God I can attend, because I'm back from my church camp in Malacca loh!Super happy.. just hope nothing goes wrong

Star Awards 2010 - Show 1

2010-04-19T22:38:00.000+08:00

If you all have missed the show yesterday evening, below are 2 clips which I think are the most interesting and funny of all segments.. Enjoy and have a good laugh.. I laugh till I literally tear.. enjoy!!Signing off,<<< abriel >>>

The top hit of the chart on my iPhone

2010-04-16T16:14:00.002+08:00

This is a must-listen for me the moment I access the iPod app on my iPhone..Its a very nice song.. love the R&B and chill out feel of the song..Of course, this is from my favourite singer, JJ Lin Junjie..If you want to know the song, it is "加油" from his latest album, "100 天".So if you are curious as to how the song goes, here it is:Loving the song,<<< abriel >>>

My Bangkok Trip (27 Mar - 30 Mar 2010)

2010-04-01T15:59:00.059+08:00

DAY 1 (27 Mar 2010)** Photo on left: Marcus & myself on board JetStar 3K 511 to Bangkok!Finally the day is here! I have been waiting for this day for months, and its finally here!! Woohoo~The day started with me waking up at 2.30am abruptly and can't sleep already, because my alarm is set at 3.30am. My flight is scheduled to be at 7.15am, therefore, it is a must to check in by 5.15am, so I bathe

Happy Birthday to myself!

2010-03-23T23:35:00.001+08:00

Hey peepz!Today is where I officially turn 26! I feel old.. and yes.. on this day, my colleagues in office played a prank on me!.. What is it? I will not say, but just said that it is super memorable, and I will probably remember it for the rest of my life... =)Thank you all for the birthday wishes!Offically 26,<<< abriel >>>

Birthday Celebration @ Carousel

2010-03-21T23:02:00.002+08:00

Having a combined birthday celebration with my sis @ Carousel, Royal Plaza on ScottsThis year, my parents decided to hold a combine birthday celebration dinner for both my sis and myself at Carousel, Royal Plaza on Scotts.The spread was quite good, but still cannot compare to The Line @ Shangri-La Hotel.. that one beat any buffet I've eaten hands-down!! The dessert (esp. the ice cream section) @

A life-transforming weekend!

2010-03-14T23:18:00.002+08:00

Hey peepz.. if you have been on my Facebook recently, you would have realised that I have updated my status quite frequently, and one status update actually garnered a lot of posts - which is the one about whether I should pay 2.4k for a 3 yr gym membership, or a 3 yr part time degree course at UNISIM which will be about 16k?So yupz.. ppl have been chiding me that I dare to ask such a question,

First company event of 2010

2010-03-04T22:28:00.000+08:00

** Photo on left: Group photo!The first event of the year was kick-start by Boon Leong & Vivien.It was the annual Jog & Cycle @ East Coast Park.It was a warm weather actually, but the cycling was great! I didn't cycle for about a year already, and man.. glad I still remembered how to cycle.. haha.. But after I cycled, I felt more healthy (at least a little.. haha).. Moreover, I'm contributing $5

yuan xiao

2010-02-28T19:30:00.002+08:00

Happy Yuan Xiao to all!To celebrate Yuan Xiao, I'm a guai guai boy today..Stay at home and update blog, facebook and probably do a bit of my travel itinerary for both Thailand and Taiwan.. but Thailand one more pressing, because its 27 days time before I'm off to sawadee-khrap land again for food and fun! Woohoo~Today had self-made yusheng with abalone slices + smoked salmon + jellyfish + a whole

laksa steamboat

2010-02-26T22:55:00.001+08:00

This was my boss treat. She said she wanted to try this laksa steamboat @ Telok Blangah for many years, but never got a chance to, and she suggested this like early in end January, and hence, I rallied the necessary people and reserve the place.My verdict?The laksa base is very good.. but after a few times, you feel very "jelat".. the chicken soup to me is like full of MSG, because it is very

department cny dinner @ grand shanghai restaurant

2010-02-24T23:24:00.000+08:00

It's the time of the year where we had our department gathering for CNY. Its a tradition that my company follows every year, or at least most of the departments!As this year, some of the people couldn't make it for lunch, therefore, because of my Senior VP hectic and busy travel schedules, we had to hold it at dinner time, which is a refreshing change I must say!Anyway, this year, our department

3 full days of working non-stop for family camp 2010 publicity

2010-02-19T23:45:00.003+08:00

It's official..I'm back to my publicity thingy for my church Family Camp 2010!And I actually have already surveyed some of the publicity videos online for the past few weeks already.. just that there is no time to do..So now that I'm on leave for the past 3 days (including today!), I might as well start on this publicity thingy!Lest after my work starts, nothing else can be done already..And I'm

cny 2010 : day 2 visitation

2010-02-15T23:54:00.013+08:00

** Photo on left: A family photo! Big huh.. =DNow now.. Its finally Day 2 of CNY.. I have been waiting for this day for very long le.. haha..This is the day where I meet all my other cousins (my dad's side), as well as my other relatives! It's really enjoyable!This is not only the time where I get the most angbaos *grinz*, but most importantly, meet people who are closer to my heart (other than

cny 2010: day 1 visitation

2010-02-14T23:20:00.007+08:00

** Photo on left: My dog, Precious, and I wishes all a Happy Lunar New Year 2010! Gong Xi, Gong Xi!First of all, let me wish all you readers a very happy Lunar New Year 2010!May the New Year bring you new hopes and resolutions that would be fulfilled in due course! =DSo on with this blogpost..It is the usual thing that my family would all meet at my aunt's house (mom side) for lunch and a little

cny 2010 reunion dinner

2010-02-13T23:43:00.010+08:00

Family Photo @ Pearl River Palace Restaurant on 13 Feb 2010As usual, our family never fail to miss a single CNY reunion dinner!This year, we went back to Pearl River Palace Restaurant for our reunion dinner. The reason? Easy to go home, and its a seated down Chinese dinner.. so not too bad..I'm very game for another restaurant next year, but will see how.. sometimes got budget contraints leh..

collecting new biometric passport @ ICA

2010-02-12T15:30:00.002+08:00

Can you believe it?I waited for 2 solid hours just to collect my new biometric passport..I was there like about 10.45am, and only got my passport like 12.30pm.. *gulpz*I made this passport is because I would be going on holiday in October 2010, and with my current passport, not possible, because it doesn't have a 6 months validity.. so ya..I regretted not making an e-appointment before I went..

the grand peranakan feast!

2010-02-11T23:32:00.002+08:00

heya all..just came back from my eldest uncle's (dad side) place for our annual family reunion dinner..as you all know, I'm a peranakan, and therefore, the food is like so ever yummy.. esp. the ayam buluak!! This is a typical and must-have dish at every Peranakan dinner! without this dish, the food are never complete!With that said, not only we had ayam buluak, but we have also the ngoh hiang,

the preparation to cny 2010

2010-02-07T14:23:00.000+08:00

First stop, I actually dye and colour my hair today..It was a whopping 2 hrs long.. didn't know why.. maybe they were all busy.. but ya.. this guy who do for me, is quite experienced..But then when the finished product come out, I dun really like.. a little too bright for my liking.. last year was perfect, but this year, my hair is very bright.. its quite " ah-beng-rish".. but since its done, I

cny goodies are expensive!

2010-01-31T22:40:00.000+08:00

** Photo on left: Golden Pineapple Tarts from Bakerzin.Started my CNY goodies shopping today at Chinatown, and then went to Cold Storage @ Takashimaya, Orchard to buy abalone, since I got a $30 Cold Storage voucher.Chinatown was as usual extremely crowded, but everything year in and out is almost the same - 95% of all the stalls were selling Taiwan jellies, which are definitely overpriced,

goodbye joshua

2010-01-31T22:35:00.002+08:00

Didn't sleep well yesterday because ya.. sadly.. I cried for about 30 minutes.. its nothing much lah.. just that my good buddy in church, Joshua, will be leaving Singapore for Tasmania (Australia), to do his honours in Law studies.So feeling very much sad, because he will only be back in November 2010.Why I cried is because our friendship had started way back in my previous church, HCC, and that

a touching letter

2010-01-30T23:10:00.007+08:00

"Love Letter from God"The above video was shared during service today, and I was indeed encouraged, touched and of course, teared a little.. View it and you know..God's child forever,<<< abriel >>>** Below are the words of this video:My Child,You may not know me, but I know everything about you. Psalm 139:1 I know when you sit down and when you rise up. Psalm 139:2I am familiar with all your ways

nex - the shopping mall @ serangoon

2010-01-27T19:14:00.001+08:00

Behold!! nex @ Serangoon will be the mall of the North-East!! Don't believe? See the following tenants (correct as of 19 October 2009).. Wonder if Starbucks will be one of the tenants.. hmm.. I hope lah! =DAnchor tenants:- Isetan- Shaw Cineplex (10 Screens)- Fairprice Xtra- Cold Storage- Food Junction (500 seats)- Food Republic- Shokutsu 10- Courts- Challenger- Virtualand- Party World- Pet

couldn't resist such nice shoes @ rockstar [by soon lee]!

2010-01-24T23:14:00.007+08:00

Saw this shop on the programme (New City Beat) on Channel 8 just the past Friday, and chanced upon this segment where they introduce some shopping places.. and this shop, "rockstar", was introduced..Decided to check it out, since I have some interest to buy something for my CNY outfit.. and there I went.. its a very spacious shop, but everything is very artistic.. just the way I like it.. no

my music buys @ hmv

2010-01-22T22:14:00.006+08:00

Today didn't started well.. Some courier company (which I will not say who) just got my nerves, and it burst my last patient bubble.. I blared off at the person in charge by saying that they don't understand english, because for a fact, I had issued them a letter of notice in advance.. telling them what are the changes to be done on the courier slip, and 1 year later, when they send, it is still

A lazy Sunday afternoon

2010-01-17T13:35:00.004+08:00

Didn't go out today, so stay at home to just surf the net, and this video is really good.. If only I can play like that..Gospel Medley - "Great Is Thy Faithfulness", "Amazing Grace", "Center of My Joy"Enjoy!Outta here for more Youtube,<<< abriel >>>

The food trip!

2010-01-16T22:38:00.007+08:00

Ok.. I've found it.. I've found it.. The "Moo Tawd Katiem", which is actually fried slice pork with garlic.. this is the one which I have started to fall in love when I was in Thailand for my business trip.. everywhere I couldn't find it, but I finally found it today.. and its none other than Aroy-Dee Thai Place @ Sunshine Plaza!It was exactly the taste that I've tasted in Thailand!! Am going to

MacDonald's rox!!

2010-01-15T21:45:00.004+08:00

The MEGA BEEF PROSPERITY burger meal @ MacDonald's!Had it for dinner today, and man.. its one the best burger that MacDonald's has produced!This one you must eat the MEGA, and then, it would be shiok!! The beef patties were really juicy and man.. I can't describe it further, because believe it or not, I'm salivating right now *slurps*However, I have never like twister fries, and therefore, I

Oriental all the way...

2010-01-13T13:44:00.003+08:00

It was my Company's treat, for working so hard in the Wellness Committee for the past 1 year. We were treated to an oriental (aka asian) food buffet spread at Straits Kitchen, Grand Hyatt Hotel Singapore!The spread is quite extensive I must say (Peranakan, Indian, Malay and Chinese), but the food not everything is nice.. The must-tries are as follows:- "Buddha Jump Over The Wall" soup- Carrot

Sawadee-khrap

2010-01-11T21:44:00.002+08:00

Just last Thursday (the day where I went to pay up for my CNY reunion dinner at Pearl River Palace Restaurant), after that, met up with Marcus (who is one of my besties).. we had agreed that we would go to Thailand sometime together last year, but it didn't happen.. and man.. it shall happen this year, 2010!.. and what a way to start off the year..We have somewhat discuss the itinerary already,

CNY Reunion Dinner 2010 booked!

2010-01-07T22:42:00.002+08:00

Yes.. after a year's hitus, my family is back at Pearl River Palace for our annual CNY reunion dinner..And I have actually paid and reserve in advance.. but to my amazement, they have quite a lot of reservations already.. so they work in the way that when you pay in full, then your seat would be reserved.. so ya..Wanna know what I would be having on that day? Read on..Properous Tiger Menu (4 pax)

Toiletries rule my world.. haha.. =P

2010-01-03T21:09:00.008+08:00

** Photo on left: Lab Series for Man Skincare ProductsOkay peepz.. I spend on something again.. I spend quite a sum on toiletries, and one of it is what you see on the left.. A few products from "Lab Series for Men"..(I don't care if you call me "bu yao lian - ai mei" guy.. becos my complexion is bad le.. Need to take care!)..I always wanted to try this range of skincare products, becos my face

Happy New Year 2010 !!

2010-01-01T01:45:00.002+08:00

** Photo on left: Group of NS friends whom we have not met each other like for about 3 years already!! Eating steamboat at Xian De Lai, BugisJust reached home not too long ago, so this is gonna be quite a short one.. so ya.. just finished bathing, and waiting for my hair to dry.. =)Anyway, this is a countdown event which was ultra special.. because I have never done a countdown event with my NS

Another Christmas Splurge

2009-12-27T21:37:00.002+08:00

Just when you thought I have splurged enough and save for my planned 2 holidays (Bangkok and Taiwan/Hong Kong) in 2010, you are wrong..I spend money again.. sigh.. but not as much as 2 days back lah..Here is a lowdown of my damage:2 Ashworth 100% cotton bermudas bought from Robinsons: $88.20 (UP: $178)1 Adidas Black Climacool cotton Polo-tee: $49Told you I can't get enough of Adidas stuff.. Heard

Christmas Splurge again gulps

2009-12-25T21:23:00.002+08:00

Man.. I can't stop shopping and eating.. here is my damage today:Lunch @ Yan Palace Restaurant (gave my parents a treat): $45.60Stuff bought from Robinsons: $30.02 (UP: $41.70)2 T-shirts from Espirit: $38.10 (UP: $49.80)3 Dry-fit Polo T-shirts from Pan West: $2 (UP: $57) <-- Got a $55 Pan West voucher from an anonynomous person in my company gift exchange1 Adidas Nightred Polo T-shirt (ClimaLite

Family Christmas Dinner 2009

2009-12-24T23:42:00.000+08:00

** Photo on left: Family @ CafeVic, Carlton Hotel, for our annual Christmas Dinner 2009Phew! Time pass so fast.. its like just 1 year ago that we had our Christmas dinner @ Copthorne King's Hotel.. and 1 yr later, its Christmas again, and this time, it is actually at CafeVic in Carlton Hotel, Singapore.CafeVic was the same restaurant where I had earlier in the month, came and dine with my

My Christmas damage so far...

2009-12-19T22:45:00.009+08:00

** Photo on left: My new Reebook spectacles!I was actually trying to save money, but in the end, I spent on 3 essential stuff.. the first being my new Reebok spectacles, where I actually claim the remaining $93 from my flexible benefit entitlement from my company, because it would be forfeited by December 2009 if not utilised.. so ya.. However, there wasn't any nice frames around, except for this

Lab Christmas Dinner 2009

2009-12-18T22:49:00.004+08:00

This is the first time we are attempting this, but think it is a good idea.. May continue for a few years.. haha.And of course, it was under my recommedation.. Wanted to go to Merchant Court Hotel, but they only have al-fresco dining, which is not very feasible lah.. If it rains, it would be a problem! so ya..Food was not too bad.. Love the sea cucumber and raw oysters though.. I love the raw

The Line @ Shangri-La Hotel

2009-12-14T22:47:00.006+08:00

The clique who went to The Line @ Shangri-La HotelAs if its not enough eating for the month of December, I proceeded to The Line @ Shangri-La Hotel for dinner today.. all in the name to celebrate my ex-church mate, Wendy, birthday.. it is usually whenever we celebrate her birthday, we usually go out and eat.. so ya..And the spread was fantastic.. but the price was better! We got it at 38%

D&D 2009 was fun!

2009-12-13T01:07:00.029+08:00

** Photo on left: Wellness Committee 2009 @ Cerebos Masquerade BallIt was a D&D which I will never forget.. Never did I know I look so smart in full black with a champagne gold tie.. and man.. even the ladies look so beautiful! haha..But the day started off super early!! I was at the hotel since 1330 hrs to prepare and all.. We started preparing the tables and prizes and all.. There were

It was well-worth the 4hrs wait!! Woohoo~

2009-12-10T23:57:00.009+08:00

Apple iPhone 3GS Black - A touch of class on its own! I was just a day late.. Believe you me, that I actually wanted to join in the midnight launch of the iPhone @ Paragon yesterday (08 Dec 2009 - 12 midnight, which is technically the start of 09 Dec 2009).. haha.. crazy rite? But I had to work, so no choice..Moreover, I had to help my colleague in her project trial, so not possible to take

My longest run (StanChart Marathon - 21.1km).. Completed.. Finally!!

2009-12-06T20:27:00.027+08:00

** Photo on right: My race bib, ChampionChip and well-deserved medal! The day started at 3.30am for me, where I actually woke up, bathe and ate breakfast.. by 4.50am, I was in the cab and on my way to Swissotel, where my company runners were all meeting to take attendance and take photo and stuff!While I was in the cab, the taxi driver was asking me like whether I'm running the marathon and

Lappy back after professional help!

2009-12-02T21:20:00.002+08:00

My bro, Tjow, has kindly offered to help me with my laptop stuff, as some of the stuff is beyond me.. so ya.. and atfer 2 days, I got back the laptop!Thanks bro for helping! Woohoo~Lappy back, <<< abriel >>>

My new toy - Fujitsu L1010

2009-11-27T15:02:00.001+08:00

My new toy bought at Sitex 2009 - Fujitsu L1010Finally.. after months of waiting, I finally got my laptop, and it was indeed a very tough choice... because all along I wanted a HP laptop, but its a little too expensive, and moreover, I've found another lappy which has better specs, and that is none other than my Fujitsu L1010.. some ppl are asking me why don't I take the ASUS laptop which has

Busy.. busy.. busy..

2009-11-20T21:35:00.006+08:00

Fwah.. I can't believe it!! Just look at my schedules for the following wks, is really very scary.. its like I'm packed almost at every weekend! No time to breathe.. so here is lowdown..21 Nov 2009 (Saturday) - Centenary Service Usher Briefing (from 1330 hrs - 1530 hrs).22 Nov 2009 (Sunday) - Start my Christmas shopping26 Nov 2009 (Thursday) - Going to settle the payment for my overseas colleague

My post business trip blogpost!

2009-11-13T22:51:00.016+08:00

** Photo on left: On board SQ 976 to Bangkok, ThailandIt was a mix of feelings for me.. Am excited because this is my maiden business trip since I've started to work in the workforce, but also scared because if the trial fails, I may have to answer to upper management.. but the excitement feeling outweighs the scared factor!Reached Changi Airport just on time to meet my boss, and she was actually

BKK here I come again!

2009-11-07T12:31:00.007+08:00

Looking back, just 1 year ago, I reached and left BKK.. and now, I'm back there again! Not for holiday.. but for my FIRST business trip ever since I started working!!But you know what's even better? Jetting off in our national carrier, Singapore Airlines! Woohoo~Well, you can say that I'm so looking forward for this trip, and though I know that it would be tiring, but nevertheless, I will enjoy

Our next BRAND's Essence of Chicken Ambassador!

2009-11-02T12:06:00.004+08:00

Our next BRAND's ambassador for Essence of Chicken!There you go! Enjoy Wang Lee Hom as well as BRAND'S Essence of Chicken =D"Be Your Best!",<<< abriel >>>

FLU

2009-10-31T21:29:00.002+08:00

That's what I'm having now! The onset of it actually.. so looks like I have to pop more Vitamin C to up my immunity, but let's see whether it works... because if not, then I would have to take MC on Monday (2-Nov), since the rest of the people took it already on Friday (30-Oct).. will have to see bah.. *sniff*Wish me well peepz,<<< abriel >>>

A Mad China Man!!

2009-10-30T21:22:00.005+08:00

I tell you today.. I actually was in office ALONE, because my boss and 3 other colleagues were on MC.. and my big boss actually wanted to hold a meeting this morning, but because all on MC, and I thought I was sparred the agony of attending the meeting (because its only a meeting about my project.. not very useful, but since she wants to, no choice have to oblige right? haix..Then because I'm

It's over... for now.

2009-10-27T21:50:00.002+08:00

After 2 consecutive days of starting work at 7am, and work ends at an average of 8pm-9pm, it is certainly taking a toll out of me.. not forgetting that I only survive on like 5 hrs sleep on these 2 days..And the project that I'm working on has been completed today.. I won't say that it is successful, but just that at least there are some results.. so ya.. may still have to improve further, but

A prelude to a busy and long week

2009-10-25T22:42:00.003+08:00

Well.. one thing for sure.. I do NOT look forward to go back to work tomorrow, because there would be this whole pile of work for me to do.. not only paperwork, but practical work as well.. and i have to finish the practical work by tues (and its a LOT!), and paperwork from wed-thurs.. I'm so busy to the brim that I don't know what to do!I maybe going on business trip this coming sunday (1-nov),

My eyes can't open! Help!

2009-10-24T22:37:00.002+08:00

Ok.. tonite I came back straight after church.. was supposed to join Tjow for dinner and stuff, but because I worked till 2am this morning (doing up the last D&D email publicity poster), and then wake up 6 hrs later to jog my last 9km training (before I proceed to 18km in Nov) for my StanChart Marathon 2009 (running only the 21km!), I'm totally shagged!The aircon in NEL train (which I took home

A tiring week

2009-10-23T22:58:00.002+08:00

This is a very tough week.. have been working late nites.. not only my work projects but also on other stuff like D&D email publicity!Its like after a hard day's work, and back at home, slogging on the computer to do up the various email publicity poster. Super tiring..And you want to know what's worst? My PC had to break down on Mon (19/10) itself, and all my posters were in the PC.. no way for

Changi Airport Experience - Part 2

2009-10-17T21:36:00.002+08:00

Just as I thought that I can rely on my army friends since one of them had said earlier that they want to meet up, has agreed to do it, though it would be tiring to do so after my church service today.. and guess what.. my friend SMS-ed me that he and the other friend (who plans to meet up too) was too tired after they attended a function yesterday, and therefore, they need to "fly aeroplane" on

Changi Airport experience

2009-10-16T22:24:00.000+08:00

I thought this could be the end of my turmoil at work.. but no.. this morning, my boss asked me to a formula just to try to further improve.. I really didn't want to do it, but I have no choice.. In the end you know what? The formula cannot be used.. wasted my time setting up the machine, doing up the formula, etc.. arghh.. sometimes, I really wish that she could be more fix-minded.. she keeps

A tiring work week so far..

2009-10-15T22:36:00.000+08:00

It doesn't help when office I'm rushing through, so that I would be able to get a formula out in time (and mind you, the expectation here is within 2-3 days, you need to get 2 formula out!)..And I was disappointed with my boss, or shld I said got angry with her.. you know me lah.. Always think ahead, and always pessimistic.. I ask my boss whilst I was doing the trial, "what if cannot work?".. she

Great news from M1!

2009-10-14T21:39:00.002+08:00

The article which says it all! Woohoo~Just as I thought all hope is gone for iPhone, have received a tremendous piece of news, and that is M1 is going to sell the iPhone by the end of this year, and man.. ain't I excited..My phone can be upgraded at no extra cost from 06 December 2009 onwards.I was just about to go for a Take3 plan and get the LG Joy GM730/ LG Arena 900, but now since M1 has

Work is starting to be busy again..

2009-10-12T22:12:00.000+08:00

Well.. work is starting to be busy again.. just had this project which is due in 2 weeks time, which involves coming up with a NEW formula and NOT one, but TWO!!And yes, my boss is starting to get 'gan chiong' that we can't meet deadline, and she rushes me instead..And you know, when she rush me and its my project, I would get stressed super easily, and yes.. as the days go by, more rushing is

Back to "Production Studio" work again..

2009-10-09T21:21:00.002+08:00

Cerebos Dinner & Dance 2009 Email Teaser (to be released on 12 October 2009)Well.. first of all, I must really thank God for giving me ideas of how to do up an email teaser for my company's D&D this year! I actually prayed before I started, and after much searching, I don't know why I just went to search for photos and viola, this photo just came at the right time..And this photo somewhat suits

Run till I can't anymore!

2009-10-04T22:24:00.002+08:00

** Photo on left: My 9km run route!Yes.. after weeks of no running (because in reservist), my training for StanChart Marathon 2009 is back in full swing again.. but this time, it was a 9km run, instead of the normal 6km..I tell you.. I was at this 6km mark, and I was about to turn back, but decided to press on for another 3km (despite headache and fatigue starts to set in), since my aim is to

Back to work...

2009-09-28T22:49:00.004+08:00

You know one of the most dreaded things after such a long break (which refers to my 3 wks ICT) is actually the pile of work that you have to complete..And that was what happened to me today.. a pile of invoices, laboratories analysis test result reports, etc.. At every possible space that was left on the table, something was there to cover it, until I couldn't see anything at all.. scary but true

Makan and more makan!

2009-09-27T23:15:00.007+08:00

** Photo on left: The Best of Taiwan Porridge @ Goodwood Park Hotel, Singapore.Hohoho.. finally I'm free.. and to celebrate this occasion, I gave a treat to my parents.. and we proceeded to Goodwood Park Hotel to eat the ala carte Taiwan Porridge Buffet.. the spread was not too bad.. but did I mention that the desserts were the best? I love the dark chocolate cake and the lime sorbet ice cream..

ICT over~!

2009-09-25T19:59:00.009+08:00

Finally.. my ICT is over.. 3 weeks of being green just irks me!But there are pros and cons of being out of ICT.. Pros:(a) No more green uniform.(b) No more early wake up timings (like 5 am - 6 am).(c) No more "Eric Tsang".. haha.. =PCons:(a) "Holiday chalet" is over.(b) Seeing some people who is a little wee-bit irritating.(c) Pile of work to be completed back in lab.The past 3D2N in field camp

Another day of shopping @ Adidas

2009-09-20T22:11:00.003+08:00

** Photo on left: My new running tee from Adidas!Woohoo~ Did some retail therapy today at Adidas.. bought this tee you see on the left for $45.. too bad I don't have the StanChart Marathon 2009 confirmation slip, or else, I could have got 20% off this price.. so ya..The moment I saw this shirt, I got attracted to it, like a bee to a flower.. haha..Ok.. I'm going to enjoy my purchase le..I have

I passed my IPPT! Woohoo~

2009-09-15T22:51:00.002+08:00

Woohoo~.. a miracle happened! I passed my IPPT!!And I was just 25 secs away from a silver award.. haix.. but I have passed with incentive, which I can say I can $100 richer.. haha.. though I'm quite sad that I could not get $200 (becos' Silver is $200), but at least better than nothing, and I must give God all the glory! =)Anyway, my scores are as follows:Sit-Ups: 40 (5 points)Chin-Ups: 7 (3

Stupid boys!

2009-09-13T22:06:00.002+08:00

Just as I was engrossed looking through Youtube for some christian songs versions, there came a group of boys who actually threw something through my top window (which is obviously open becos I did not on the aircon).. and I thought it was some fly or something.. but I was wrong!They were tiny LIVE frogs! Stupid childish boys.. no wonder I hear some laughter somewhere.. all these ppl too free..

My ICT week so far..

2009-09-11T22:45:00.000+08:00

So far so good.. nothing much to be done in camp.. have started to be the CSM's runner as well already, instead of the OC.. haha.. oh well.. guess its my job then!And yes.. my IPPT I was 1 step closer to getting a silver award (amazing huh?), and suddenly, CAT 1 strikes when we are able to run for our last station, which is 2.4km run.. so you know what this means? I have to re-do EVERYTHING

My first day at ICT

2009-09-09T21:16:00.003+08:00

Well well.. I'm online! Surprised? haha..You must be wondering why am I online when I'm in reservist (commonly known as ICT - In Camp Training).. For a simple reason that my unit didn't cater for us breakfast and dinner, and hence, no need to stay in... but I have to report super early to camp everyday.. so ya..Anyway, today went to camp was ok.. saw quite a number of familiar faces, and these

Finally!

2009-09-05T23:19:00.003+08:00

** Photo on right: I have been waiting for this Mac OS X Snow Leopard for a looonnngggg time!!Alas! After weeks of waiting, finally I got my hands on the Mac OS X Snow Leopard.. Just finished installing it not too long ago, and frankly speaking, I don't see that much diff.. but the shutdown speed, and the wallpapers are superb!Now, my Mac desktop wallpaper is a picture of the Snow Leopard!

It's K Time!

2009-09-04T23:59:00.004+08:00

** Photo on left: Believe it or not, this is the FIRST time I stepped into K-Box!This was so last minute.. Met up with Yizhou and Kok Wei (which were my army friends, as well as holiday kakkis).. and they decided to go K-box and sing Karaoke!At first, I was quite hesitant, but then, its just for fun, so I was game for it..And yes.. I was a K-box first timer.. I usually go to Partyworld for KTV,

TGIW (Thank God It's the Weekend)

2009-08-30T11:56:00.009+08:00

** Photo on right: The results of my retail therapy, which I can say made a little wee bit happier, when the past week is filled with nothing but 'downs'!Wow! I didn't know that this would be my 1000th post.. haha.. I talk a lot.. haha..Anyway, this weekend is somewhat cool.. Just the past Friday (28-Aug), I've stayed office till about 2200 hrs to do up my performance appraisal for 2009.. My

My work week so far..

2009-08-27T21:38:00.002+08:00

My work week so far hasn't been good.. A single irritating person in my office is enough to kill.. Driving all the people in our lab nuts! Look at us (all the people in the lab are poly graduates!) as if we are some uneducated, lowly creature and inexperienced.. and this person (who committed the mistake and refuse to admit it) even went as far as insulting my fellow colleague, and kept providing

A bad day..

2009-08-22T23:40:00.006+08:00

I just don't feel happy at all today, though today is my church's anniversary celebration at York Hotel.. and I should be happy, because there is the food and also the company of my church friends..But some people just have to spoil the fun for me (I don't care whether the person(s) are reading this blogpost or not, because this is my blog and I'm entitled to my opinions!).. and its not 1 but 2

2 guys & a gal!

2009-08-21T22:34:00.005+08:00

L-R: Rebecca, myself & Alex @ Sushi Tei, ParagonMet up with 2 of my ex-company colleagues for dinner.. it was a nice time of catching up over dinner at Sushi Tei, Paragon and Coffee Club at Ngee Ann City (All of course under the recommendation of the *ahem* food guru - which is me).. haha..Had what I wanted le.. so craving quite satisfied, especially the Ice Earl Vanilla at Coffee Club.. superb

0700 hrs again..

2009-08-20T21:40:00.003+08:00

Its this fateful day that my boss has asked me to do a scale up trial (she instructed me yesterday, to do it), and no matter what, I would have to finish by today.. And you know what? Everytime I need to do up a scale-up trial, I would get super stressed! Imagine all the washing and all.. The 3 hrs washing of machine parts, etc is enough to kill, and talking about doing ALL by myself.. so ya..

Shagged sia..

2009-08-15T20:59:00.013+08:00

** Photo on left: Cerebos Charity Futsal 2009 Committee!Super tired.. have been up and about since 0515 hrs this morning.. Apparently, the event (Cerebos Charity Futsal 2009) needs lotsa help (helped needed since 0645 hrs this morning, where help is needed to assemble goodie bags and all, etc), as there are about 15 teams taking part in this charity futsal 2009 event..If you are curious about the

Effective Communication & Interpersonal Skills.. up a notch le!

2009-08-13T21:15:00.002+08:00

Attended a course, "Communication & Interpersonal Skills" at M Hotel for the past 2 days, and of course, got great food (because its a buffet lunch @ M Hotel), as well as it is a very informative course..And I can boldly say that this is one of the best courses I've attended so far..Not only theory is thought, but the speaker was very engaging with her presentation.. and she added into the

National Day Physical Workout!

2009-08-09T23:47:00.005+08:00

** Photo on left: My improved longer distance running route!You know there would always be a time that you would just turn super lazy, and decide to give the weekly jogs/exercise for a miss?That's what happened to me today.. but yet, I have been eating so much the past few days (as well as the days to come), and also like I need to train up for my year end's StanChart half-marathon (ie. 21km)..

I'm finally flying le.. haha..

2009-08-05T21:43:00.002+08:00

After a solid 16 months in Cerebos, finally I'm embarking on my first business trip to Thailand, and may stay there for close to 1 week, or go there 2 consecutive times back to back..But then again, everything is preliminary only.. talk is easy, whether in the end, confirm or not is another matter.. But it is quite confirmed on paper only.. We will see how loh..Oh well.. but this would then mean

My chinese cannot make it lah!

2009-08-03T21:39:00.002+08:00

Fwah.. today my boss asked me to call a contractor in Taiwan, and guess what.. the contractor doesn't know a single word of English, so everything must be in Mandarin..With my half-baked Mandarin, I manage to "scrape through", but when it comes to those technical terms, that's it.. I'm gone.. In the end, he asked me and I tell him, and the whole conversation (which probably could be wrapped up in

The Food Experience!

2009-08-02T22:57:00.005+08:00

Food I had today! Sinful!!I had a wonderful day today.. EATING.. haha.. The day started with me like going for meeting at church, then had lunch with some of the committee members at MacDonald's Anson Road.. Had their new item, Le Grand Beef Sandwich.. not bad I must say, but one is enough to kill.. It is very filling.. wat's best is that it is on a different type of bread.. so ya.. you shld try

Craving satisfied!

2009-08-01T22:55:00.001+08:00

** Photo on left: My running route (to train up for my StanChart 21km Marathon)!Well.. in view of my Youth Leader's Meeting tomorrow, I ran today.. and all along, I counted before, and thought that it is actually a 8km route.. but when I did this charting of my run, it was only 5.73km! Disappointing!! haix..Oh well.. I have charted a 8+km run, and will run soon.. I have to start slow.. cannot

"Red" Bombs are dangerous!

2009-07-31T20:26:00.000+08:00

Just this week alone, I have received 2 "red bombs" from my colleagues at work.. Here is a lowdown:20 September 2009: Wedding Lunch @ Hilltop Garden Restaurant, Civil Service Club18 October 2009: Wedding Dinner @ Rasa SentosaBut both not confirmed that I can attend, because it is either I'm on NS commitments or work commitments.. But if both can make it, both must go loh, becos' the 2 persons who

A step of faith!

2009-07-30T22:38:00.002+08:00

StanChart Singapore Marathon 2009 on 06 December 2009I'm taking this huge step of faith this year, because I have signed up for the 21km StanChart Marathon 2009.. I didn't took part last year, as I was involved in OCC Youth Camp 2008 as Camp Chairman.. so this year (2009), I have relinquished my appointment, and thus, I would be able to join now..I'm indeed challenging myself this time round (to

How I love retail therapy!!

2009-07-26T23:28:00.007+08:00

** Photo on left: PUMA Originals YarnDye Pique Polo (Dark Olive Green)It's been a while since I've really done some retail therapy.. and since hands are starting to itch, and still quite free, decided to head downtown to see see look look, and hope to buy something loh..I had a birthday gift of $30 TANGS voucher, and I was thinking that I might as well just head down to TANGS Orchard to look see

The Musical: $ing Dollar!

2009-07-24T23:39:00.004+08:00

Went to catch this musical, $ing Dollar!, today after work.. A very good musical I must say.. and of course, with the same people behind the production of "Dim Sum Dollies", how can the musical not be funny?Won't want to spoil the fun for you.. do catch it if you are interested ya =)But I got quite upclose to the performers, becos I paid $98 for the ticket (which allowed me to sit 5 rows from the

A student-teacher chat on MSN!

2009-07-20T21:58:00.002+08:00

Facebook certainly has its perks!And guess what.. I have found my Secondary's CCA, Choir, teacher-in-charge on Facebook, and added him into my account..He could not recognise me at first, because he thought who I was.. then I later describe with more details, and he finally remembered who I was..He added me into MSN, and we just talk like nobody's business.. It was machiam some old friend.. and

Cerebos Idol Nite 2009 - A Resounding Success!!

2009-07-17T18:20:00.017+08:00

** Photo on right: Singing on-stage with my co-host, Priscilla, the opening song for the event, "戀愛ing" by 五月天.Okay peepz.. Thank you for your prayers.. The event was a resounding success, and I could only thank 1 person, and that is God, who has really helped me through this very challenging job! With all the memorising of the lyrics for 2 songs, scripting for emcees of the whole event, ideas

Stress!

2009-07-15T22:03:00.002+08:00

Fwah.. Super stress ah..Tomorrow is Cerebos Idol 2009... there are a gazillion things for me to remember.. song lyrics.. programme flow.. script.. and most of all, all other contestants, their performance is only max 3 mins, but for me and my co-host, its emceeing the whole show which is 2 hrs.. which is equals to a 2 hrs performance!! Stress I tell you.. Stress!!Wish me all the best bah!!Eeks,<<

Silence is golden.

2009-07-11T20:11:00.001+08:00

Somethings are better left unsaid. Period.