Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Work In Progress


I always say that the only constant is change, but during combine meeting on Sunday, I was reminded that God is the only Constant. When I put them together, it means that God = Change, but that is so not true, hence the conclusion is, God is the same yesterday, today and forever. AMEN!

Wednesday, July 08, 2009

ANA Merlion Commercial

You've got to watch this, this is hilarious. Come to Singapore to see the Merlion. ;)

Friday, July 03, 2009

Gallop Stable

Gallop Stable
Before 24 June 2009, I had no idea that Gallop Stable existed, I knew about the Polo Club in Singapore, cause Pastor Khong is a Polo Player. Gallop Stable opened in 2007, situated at Pasir Ris Carpark C, has appeared on television programs and newspapers as part of generating the awareness. But according to the workers there, not many people come for visit, with someone like me, who doesn't watch much of television nor read newspaper, wouldn't know about this wonderful place.
Little Pony
Gallop Stable provides service like pony rides, a school to learn horse riding, and pony feeding too. They even provide party packages as well. There is a open-air cafe where visitors can chill out after being in the hot sun, but it was under renovation when we were there.
Gallop StableKymmie on Pony Ride
Found out that there is a Horsecity in the west too, situated at the former Turf City, having the similar concept as Gallop Stable, but more equipped with spa and even a hotel. A one stop for family fun.
Visit Horsecity at 100 Turf Club Road

Friday, June 26, 2009

Mainland Fish Farm

Fish Farm
I have been to the fish farms in the west and thought they only exist in the west, how ignorant am I. Glenice brought me and the kids to the fish farm in east, apparently Mainland Fish Farm has been their playground.
Fish Farm
When we were there, this group of kindergarten kids came along, I'm sure this farm is popular for educational purpose too. There was this tour guide uncle responsible for bringing the kids around and educated them about the fishes. But, as the group was pretty big, I wonder how many of them actually understood him or even hear him.

Anyhow, I think it will be a good and very therapeutic place to be at for a quiet day, just sitting on the swing and relaxing.

You can find Mainland Fish Farm at this address
No.1 Pasir Ris Farmway 1,
Singapore 519352

Zach Zach talking

This little chap is just so cute and adorable. Can't help but got to take a video of him talking.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Birthday 2009

Yesterday was my 28th birthday and I did it in a very quiet way, with beloved ones. Decided to stay over at the Tays' on Tuesday night, had homecooked dinner by Glen and a day of new discovery for myself.

This is me, having my first meal after the clock strikes 12 midnight, it's ban mian cooked by Glen.
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We didn't have much plan for my birthday, except for Night Safari at night. Glen brought me to their usual excursion locations, and this is my birthday with the animals.

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Went to this Mainland Fish Farm in Tampines and then the Gallop Stable at Pasir Ris, where Kymmie had her pony ride.

Proudly showing off her ticket for pony ride, I will post about these 2 places after.
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Had an early dinner with Glen and Kymmie (having to leave poor Zach at home with granny), and Glen was sweet enough to get me a small cake, having Kymmie sing me a birthday song and wanting to blow off the candle (again, like last year).

Haven't been to the Night Safari for awhile, as the animal shows were canceled due to the rain. all we did was walk the trails and go on the tram ride, which was much fruitful.

After awhile, birthday celebrations are not as important as having close ones with me. I don't need big birthday parties, but I appreciate having close friends around who bother. Received lots of birthday wishes and prayers from all over, thanks to technology. I had friends smsing me through the day, even abroad and sending me messages on Facebook.

Strangely, alot of the prayers for me this year have something to do with Desires of my heart. Probably coincidence, but I don't think so, as this is taken from Psalm 37:4, one of my favorite verse in the bible, "Delight in the Lord and He will grant you the desires of your heart." I say Amen to that and claiming that for my new year.

Monday, June 22, 2009

Hong Kong Live it. Love it. - Clubbing

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Apparently in Hong Kong, you have to be members to get into clubs. I'm not a fan of clubbing, but since we are here, we should try out the private clubs here. One of our big bosses who's a member of this club, is kind enough to put our names at the door, so that we could get in.
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We stayed there for abit and left after 2 drinks before heading to half past ten, a bar owned by my big big boss. Was nice environment over there, untouched, apparently Daniel Wu goes there! It's quite sad that we didn't get to see any Hong Kong artists anywhere, but apparently they should be easily spotted.

Finally, a group photo after a long night, looking at our faces, it displays our tiredness, can't wait to go back to the hotel and call it a day.
Joy, Michelle, Vanessa and me
Saw a Hong Kong parking ticket right outside the bar, took a photo of it cause it's something different from what we have in Singapore. The fine is S$65, which is pretty expensive for illegal parking.
Parking Ticket at Lan Kwai Fong
Crowds in Lan Kwai Fong is absolutely crazy, hence, it was nice to hang around at half past ten for the night. Walking back to Lan Kwai Fong was crazy, the roads were jammed, you see police patrolling around and human traffic was worse.
Taxis at Lan Kwai Fong
A photo taken outside one of the famous club, Club Cixi, it's jammed packed with people.
Club Cixi at Lan Kwai Fong

Saturday, June 20, 2009

Hong Kong Live it. Love it. - Yum Cha


After a tiring night, we got out at 11am for our yum cha brunch. Headed to this chinese dim sum place at Admiralty, which was not that crowded initially when we arrived. The food was good, especially the dessert, very refreshing. Looking around us, the other tables had 3-4 people but only with 1 or 2 dim sum, while they read the papers leisurely and enjoying their food. We were just being Singaporeans, ordering tons of food with just the 4 of us. After brunch, we were all full and ready to go. While trying to get a cab, we took some time for self-pix.
Michelle, Vanessa and Me


Due to me bursting my shopping budget on Day 1, my main objective for the afternoon was that agnès b. cafe at IFC mall. After walking around in IFC for awhile, we regrouped at the cafe for some tea, Van and I shopped on agnès b. chocolate in the end.
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Our next stop at Causeway Bay where more shopping took place. We split with the ladies again.
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While we were crossing the road, I saw this guy holding a sign like that, I found that interesting actually, hence the photo.

My back started to ache in Day 2, probably due to my backpack and all the walking, thinking that I'm not that young anymore, I needed to take it slow. While Van continued her shopping, I did not do much, just taking it slow and rested along the way.

On our way back, we passed by the supermarket and found really cheap sushi, and decided to buy some for the girls too, but we were running late and were really hungry too, so we ate them all while waiting for the bus. This little girl waiting with her daddy at the bus stop just starred at us as we ate, cause I don't think it's something the Hongkongers would do.

Friday, June 19, 2009

Hong Kong Live it. Love it. - Escalator

The Escalator
This entry is still on Day 1 in Hong Kong. After exploring Causeway Bay, Vanessa and I headed back to the hotel to meet the gals. Initial plan was to meet some of our Hong Kong colleagues for drink, however, Joy and Michelle weren't feeling well, hence, we settled for dinner on our own.
At Pizza Express
Our hotel, Bishop Lei is located at the Mid-Level of Central, for the fact that Hong Kong is a very hilly place, we had to 'overcome' slopes and stairs wherever we go. Our hotel is very near central and very convenient, all it took was a 15 mins walk DOWN the escalator for us to reach the crowded area of Lan Kwai Fong. With no surprise, on a Friday night, it's hard to get find anywhere that is not crowded.

After 10 mins search, we settled at this italian restaurant, Pizza Express, where we had our dinner. Though we shared the food, they were enough to fill our small tummies.
Joy, Michelle, Vanessa and meMong Kok
After dinner, the unwell ladies decided to head back for their rest, Vanessa brought me to explore Mongkok, since I've never been before, mainly to take a look at the ladies market there. Mongkok is an area where the gangs would hang out, but more recently, it's been in the news for the acid attacks that are happening. Back to the ladies market, I think there is nothing much over there, except that it's more of a tourist attraction. It could be described as the stalls in our very own Chinatown.
Traffic in Mong Kok
Streets in Mongkok are very lighted up and they looked as if it was still broad daylight. I was really surprised that the shops open till midnight and people just shop and shop and shop. It is truly a city that never sleep I think.

Hong Kong Live it. Love it. - Public Transport

Macau Taipa Bridge
Having gone the cheaper way, we had to take a ferry from Macau to Hong Kong. Thank God for the free transport from the hotel to the ferry terminal, we had it easier when departing, as we do not have to worry much about crossing the Taipa-Macau City bridge (above). It was a bridge built with slopes, up and down. When I saw, I was pretty amazed at how the bus driver could stop on the slope and kept moving as it was a manual bus. I guess I could do that as well, but still, it's just amazing.
TurboJet
At the ferry terminal, be sure that the right ticket is bought, as there are 2 destinations that you could possibly go, either Hong Kong Island or Kowloon, which are totally different places. The ferry takes about 45 mins to an hour to Hong Kong, departing every 30 mins, which is really convenient. The ferry was alright, much better than the ones that we take from Singapore to Bintan, afterall, it's catered to tired gamblers in general.
In Turbojet
Arrived In Hong Kong
Having arrived in Hong Kong, everything else is simpler as well, as we are all chinese afterall and we understood each other.

Getting a cab to our hotel was not difficult at all, where we stayed was at the mid-level in Central, which was really convenient for us, wherever we will want to go after. The hotel was called Bishop Lei, a small boutique hotel, which cost us $65 per night, really cheap. However, do not expect anything better, when we arrived, me and Vanessa burst out into laughter as the room was really very very small. But of course, it was good enough for us to sleep and rest at night after our day activities.

After checking in and leaving our luggages in the room, it was time for us to link up with Joy and Michelle at H&M in Central. H&M is like the Topshop in Singapore, but I find that they have more varieties and the fashion is nicer and more forward looking as compared to Singapore. Because it is beginning of sale season, the stuffs are quite cheap as well.
H&M in Hong Kong Central
After H&M, I kind of burst my budget for the trip, but it's ok, we went on shopping at the other shops. Joy and Michelle were unwell, hence, they decided to head back to the hotel to rest, whilst Vanessa and I headed off to Causeway Bay to take a look.
At the train station
Public transport in Hong Kong is similar to what we have in Singapore, except that it's alot bigger and alot more platforms, just had to be careful to keep track of the line and direction that you are supposed to travel on. In Hong Kong, they are actually very systematic in lining up to get on the train, especially during peak hour, we were actually pretty amazed that people queuing up for the train, unlike Singapore, where everyone just stationed in front of the door. Photo below shows the evidence of people queuing.
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We found this local shop where we settled in for some food as we hadn't had lunch. The sticky rice roll is simply delicious. They have pork floss and some salted vegetable and you tiao rolled in the rice roll and that is a meal by itself.

Uniqlo in Hong Kong
Arriving at Causeway Bay, where Time square is, further which, SOGO is located as well, we decided to drop by Uniqlo to take a look, as we do not have to squeeze with the crowd and queue up to go into the shop at Tampines Mall. I must say that it is over-rated in terms of variety, but I'm certain that the materials are much better than Giordano and that the clothes are cheaper in comparison. After all the roaming, it was time to go back to the hotel to link up with the gals for dinner.
On Hong Kong bus
Vanessa and I found a bus that stops outside the hotel and we decided to try it out. My very first experience on a double-decker bus in Hong Kong, gave me great respect for the bus drivers there. The narrow road that they have to drive through and the sharp corners that they have to turn around, it's simply amazing, you have to experience it yourself.

Day 1 conclusion - Hong Kong is indeed a shopping paradise, especially during summer sale, it is alot cheaper than in Singapore. I will share more about the shopping experience in the next few posts. Stay tune as well for Day 1 dinner.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

City of Dreams, Macau

The long walkway to boarding
The four of us decided to go on a trip to Hong Kong, but me and Vanessa went on the cheaper way, via budget airline, Tiger Airways, whilst Joy and Michelle went direct to Hong Kong on Singapore Airlines. This is the first time I leave from the Budget Terminal as well, which I'm totally not impressed. Picture above is the long walkway that we had to walk through to the gate, which was at the end, it looked like some hospital walkway, quiet.
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Self-picture of ourselves while waiting for boarding.
City of Dreams, Macau
Our flight was delayed by 20 mins, hence, by the time we arrived at Macau was really late. I realized then as well that Macau was called the City of Dreams. I believe it has something to do with the casinos in the city.
Exterior of Hotel
We stayed at this hotel called "Best Western Taipa", it was a 5 mins cab ride from the airport. Funny thing was that when we got on the cab, when the uncle knew that we were staying near the airport, he had a big sigh, understandable, as he wouldn't have earn as much.
Our Hotel Room
Here is our hotel room, which was surprisingly big for the price we paid. It's really of great value. It came with breakfast though, but we stayed at the cafe for less than 15 mins and left for our ferry to Hong Kong.

We were really hungry after arrival, hence, we decided to explore some local food. Macau is pretty similar to Singapore, whereby, you can find food place opened at 24 hours. Above was the restaurant that we found, they serve some local food and dim sum. We didn't ask about the portion of the food served, so we were really shocked to see the big portion of Beef Kway Teow that Vanessa ordered, it's enough for 3 persons, and not forgetting that we ordered other food as well. In the end, we struggled to finish the food, and had to pack the kway teow back to hotel.

After supper, we decided to visit The Venetian at Macau City. There are 2 areas in Macau, 1 is Taipa, the other which is Macau City. It's like Singapore and Malaysia, minus the passport. The Venetian is really grand, I was amazed by the architecture and paintings. However, I was more amazed by the lights that lighted the whole sky, with comparison to the other side of the sky.
Well lighted sky
The other side of the sky
See the difference? I saw the whole sky lighted up and it was kind of scary looking at it.
Overall, it was an experience at Venetian, I wished I had more time roaming in Macau, maybe the next trip.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

World of Realization

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Thank God for friends, for understanding mentors and training mates who keep me sane, of course, thank God for being God as well. Shared with people that drawing parallels of my race/training journey is something that I hold on to dearly, it's when the Lord speaks to me about my life too. Realization is a very important thing in life, without that, we will forever be living in our own world. So, what have I realize about myself through this season of training for Desaru? Many many...not to be announced here.

Anyway, I'm leaving for Hong Kong over the weekend, whee!!! I'm looking forward, I pray that God will keep relationships and bond them.

Wednesday, June 03, 2009

How nice would it be?

At ECP
Yesterday was a sad day. Someone in the team had to be let go, not the fairest as we thought, BB has always been there to take care of us and always been a mother to the team. We don't know why such things happen, well, I guess it does.

After work, I got to spend time with my best friend at her place. It's a refreshing time, firstly, it's been a while since we met, and cause she was not well, I dropped by her place (after a long while), she cooked dinner. I've always enjoyed our catchup sessions, involving what the Lord is doing in our lives. The husband came home, had dinner and we caught up. It was a rare moment, in fact, never really spent time with her and the husband alone before, at least not that I remember.

Observing their interaction, talking about simple things, I wonder to myself, it would be nice to have my own place with my husband, cooking, spending time over dinner just to interact. It's the simple life that I look forward to, I believe it's nice to be married.

Monday, June 01, 2009

JB 2009 - Cont'd

Went shopping at the very BIG shopping mall called Jusco. Went on our own and did a 2nd round together at the supermarket. Discovered some very cheap stuff - like my S$1 toothbrush!
@ Supermarket
Recommended by our taxi driver in the day, we went to this Permas Seafood Village, not where I went with the girls previously. Must say that dinner was not as satisfying, as it's more of malay style which we are not used to. Nonetheless, here's our seafood dinner.
Our Seafood Dinner
A final photo for the group, before our long long wait for the cab. Knocked out after I got home. Thank God for the journey mercy and the time together. We got to know more about one another during the trip.
After Dinner

JB 2009

@ Custom
Went for a day trip with the Tohs, XY and KM, was a long planned trip which almost got postponed, but thank God it was materialised. Brought them to Niniq, Jennifer's Cafe and we TOTALLY enjoyed the food, hope to go again for another round of good food.
Our Very Delicious Lunch
Our delicious lunch @ Niniq
Yummy Desserts!
Yummy Dessert @ Niniq

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Long lost Friend


I met him 8 years back when a group of us when Tokyo for mission trip. Shinya, our first salvation from the team's first trip the year before. Similarly, we were unable to communicate very well, like before, but still we had fun with this friend during his stay in Singapore. It was nice of Shinya to contact us when he planned to come over for visit, hope to see him soon.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

It's been a long time


Have not updated this space for a long time, that's just cause, I'm just too busy. Anyhow, I'm in another space - Space of Twitter. Being in the digital industry, I kind of resisted for a while before succumbing to getting into the space, which is not exactly the best for my job (I need to know about the ongoings in the digital world).

Recently realised that Social media space such as Facebook, Twitter and even blog can bring your social life into another level, you get to know alot more about people you didn't really know, at the same time, people get to know you at a different level as well. However, I find it difficult to draw the line between professional and personal, simply because, you don't know who is looking at your updates at the other end of the screen and how it will impact you. For all you know, a potential employer may look you up on the search engine and find information about you, that will either work towards or against you.

Moral of the story - be careful what you write in this space, seriously.

Monday, May 18, 2009

International Musuem Day


International Museum Day (IMD) has been celebrated all over the world since 1977. Since 2006, NHB has celebrated IMD in Singapore through events and activities at NHB’s museums during the last two weeks of May. Each year IMD has a different theme decided by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). For 2009, the IMD theme is Holiday Fun at Home, where we focus our outreach activities primary on families and children to foster a museum going culture from young! More information about IMD can be found here.

It is happening in Singapore from 23 - 31 May, I can't wait to bring my toy for a shoot! Who wants to come along with me?

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Glad to Ride


Finally rode my first Saturday ride of the year. Saw Chris Ang at LongHouse at 5.30am, managed to catch a short chat with him before moving off :)

Friday, May 15, 2009

In His perfect timing

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The news was announced this week, but I'm ok. I thank God for His perfect timing in fact, everything that happened, happened for a reason. With my surrendering to Him, it was painful, with the process, it's enriching, with the ending, it was according to His plan.
All of the above, I thank God for the whole experience, knowing that it is impossible for me to go through all these without His assurance.

Romans 8:28 And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Monday, May 11, 2009

Tribes are what matter now

Wow...This Talk amazed me.

Seth Godin argues the Internet has ended mass marketing and revived a human social unit from the distant past: tribes. Founded on shared ideas and values, tribes give ordinary people the power to lead and make big change. He urges us to do so.

This sounds really familiar - Tribe. Tribes spread ideas - creating movements.

Tell a Story - Connect a Tribe - Lead a Movement - Make Change

Sunday, May 10, 2009

Lost in Transition

At ECP
Last week was not a very smooth week, I realized that I'm feeling the effect of being a manager. Having to learn to manage someone, think strategic and more importantly, letting go of most of what I have been doing for the past 3 years. The scary thing is that when I went e-leave to apply for leave, the system indicated me in the company for 3 year 1 month. It's been that long already, I'm in denial.

Back to my point, anyway, I really lost focus in the week, it was just bad for me. All I did was complain, not having stopped for a moment to reflect but in service today, as pastor Khong was preaching, I realized what exactly happened for the week, I came to my senses. Prior to that, we had Transformation conference, I was inspired by all the testimonies shared, decided that I want to be an effective marketplace minister. Came Monday, I was caught into the system, the work, I got lost and was all over the place. I actually didn't realize that I was distracted, how bazaar. Take it that I was not sensitive to the Holy Spirit, yet I believe that the Lord is in control. I thank God that I am given the chance to realize things and get my act together.

I'm grateful to God for this second chance.

Coming week, no exam leave, can't even take leave to study for Wednesday's paper, crunch time at work, but I want to conquer!

Thursday, May 07, 2009

Al Gore on Worsened Climate Crisis


Al Gore presents updated slides from around the globe to make the case that worrying climate trends are even worse than scientists predicted, and to make clear his stance on "clean coal."

Global warming is a scary truth.

Wednesday, May 06, 2009

You have a choice


Watched X-Men Origins Wolverine with the gang. I really liked the show, besides the fact that Hugh Jackman is super ;D. Something else in the show caught my attention. When Wolverine was caught in a dilemma, a word of wisdom was spoken - "Everyone has a choice, including Wolverine." Even Wolverine had one, more for normal people like me. I have a choice, no such thing as no choice.

Monday, May 04, 2009

Profound

"If I change, everything else will change"

Something that I always believe in, but today, Josh just sum it up for me. Somehow, I just stop changing. Conference for the past few days stirred up my faith, tonight, my peers reminded me of the God of my youth.

Sunday, April 26, 2009

After 2 weeks

Training @ ECP
Self-pix after the run
2 weeks of break after throat infection, I finally got to do my running at East Coast after a long time. Thank God the weather was fantastic after the rain, was still drizzling when I started my run. It was the best run ever, felt great, maintained a good pace throughout. Total distance clocked - approximately 11km.
Was a good time spent alone. Feeling glad.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Down


This throat infection doesn't seem to get any better. Started last Wednesday in fact, things got worse on Thursday, ran a fever during work, had tons to do, no choice but to see the doctor only after work. Diagnosis was throat infection of course, and it was quite bad for me to run a fever as well. For the first time, I took my medication religiously, but didn't seem to work as much, though better. Went back to work during the week, not feeling too well, finally raise the white flag and had to rest at home again for the day. It's been a nice day just doing nothing.

It's back to work tomorrow again, I need to get well. My body feels weird without running or cycling for 2 weeks.

Sunday, April 19, 2009

A joyful day

18 April was the day of the marriage of 2 best friends and all of us had the privilege to share this joy with them. It was the day that Sebas and Eunice make their new journey together as husband and wife. Congrats both and enjoy the land downunder!
This was taken at the dinner table, a table of dinner kakis united on a Saturday night. We just never get enough of one another.
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Very thoughtful of the couple to print a huge standee of themselves, it replaces themselves for guests who didn't get a chance for photos with them. Well, I guess, that's the price they have to pay for doing that.
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009

With the Tays


Brought the Tays out for dinner on Sunday after service. Just love being with the kids and enjoy their childlikeness. Haven't taken photos of them for a long while, I meant proper ones. Amazed that the kids grow up so quickly and it just reminds me that I am growing older. Anyhow, they are all on my flickr! Enjoy!
Here are the few that I love!
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Kym with Rubber Duckie

Monday, April 13, 2009

Ought to be proud

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I must say that I didn't expect this to come out from my dad. First sentence he said, "So you don't need to go to church anymore?" Ok, this sentence is taken out of a series of conversation, so don't speculate so much.

Anyhow, my point is, I am very proud of my dad, my parents received Christ many years back, hence, there are still ways of life that are not so christian about us. We still go through normal family fights and stuff, but I must say that up to this point in life, I'm really thankful that my family is saved. My dad is playing the head of the household and leading the kids in the way of God and I'm proud of that :D

Friday, April 10, 2009

A hard decision to make

Something came up late afternoon, a question was posted to me and I am thinking. I have a hard decision to make over the weekend. Really don't know much and how, hence, this is something that I need prayers on. This will mark the next phase of my life, totally changed though.

Wednesday, April 08, 2009

Ride it on!

@ U-turn
Finally did my first weekday ride of the year! Really needed to start training for Desaru, glad I did it this morning! Raph gave me morning call at 5.00am, met at usual bus stop to get a headstart from the group.

I think it's the lack of use, both our speedometers are kind of cranky, but thank God at least mine still work, but I will need to figure out the distance after.

Anyhow, on the ride, the front pack caught up with us at the end of Keppel Via Duct, I must say it's a good ride.

Sunday, April 05, 2009

With the kids


Only took a couple of photos yesterday, used collage by Picasa.

Photographer in the making


It's been awhile since I visit the Tays. Kym took my camera and showed her potential in photography. All photos were taken by her :D Haven't used collage on Picasa for a long time too, didn't know that it could create nicer collage now, it's pretty cool.

Friday, April 03, 2009

Finding Connections

Cottesloe Beach
Something happened recently made me ponder about the connections that I have. I have to say that I thank God that I have quite a wide network in terms of friends. Happens that somehow some friends are connected with certain.

There are some who say that I'm the BBC, cause somehow, I get to know some news about some people whom I somehow know about. However, there is always advantages and disadvantages to knowing too many people, but I would say there are more advantages than disadvantages. My friends call me the social butterfly, my colleagues are amazed that I have 800 over friends on facebook, which seriously is just a number, I have seen of some with 1,000 over friends. Yet, I have to say that knowing many people helps me to gauge and analyse people as well. I have this vibes about people that are pretty accurate.

Back to my point, recently I got to know many things about this person through connections and I feel totally regretful of not insisting in not hiring. After surveying around, I know who are the people whom I can trust, so finally, I have to say the connections are very important because the right connections bring you places you want to be in the right way.

Wednesday, April 01, 2009

A blessing from God


It's been announced for 2 weeks already and finally got my new namecard. Thank God for my promotion =D

Friday, March 27, 2009

Pursue the best in ourselves

Coach wanted his players to be victors in life and not just on the court, so he treated them as an extended family and emphasized that winning was more than scoring. Indeed, most of his inspiring theories were born from conversations with his father, as a boy on their farm in Indiana. One that sums up his ideology quite well is his often quoted definition of success: "Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to become the best that you are capable of becoming."

Know more about Coach Wooden here

In action

This was taken by one of the divers. It's me!

Monday, March 23, 2009

Diving with pals

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First trip out with James and Josh over the weekend. Didn't know what to expect, started with me losing my way to the dive shop, then had to walk all the way back to the ATM to draw money to pay for the trip, drama mama before the trip. It was a big group this time round, with half of them doing leisure dive, mostly advanced divers, the rest on Advance course and open water.
Turned out that we have common friends within the group, so it made things so much easier. The group filled with fun people and all of us got along really well, not to mention, the DMs and instructor.
This is the whole group of us. Fun people
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Didn't really see much on the dives, except for a few big cuttlefish (saw them changed colour), turtles, blue spotted rays and many other fishes. I missed the bumheads which the guys saw on the deep dive, which really sucks, but it's ok, cause they missed the baby whale shark, haha.

I think doing leisure dive with Open Water is not really fun, cause I can't join the group most of the time, especially for deep dives and night dive. So I think I will go for Advance certification the next round so that I can have more fun.

They call themselves the 'Dream Team'. Was honored to join them on the last dive
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Friday, March 20, 2009

Diving away

This time tomorrow, I'll under the deep blue sea, searching for peace from within. So chim!

I'm really looking forward to this weekend's dive with Josh and James and many others whom we will get to know this weekend. This will be my first dive after certification and my first trip out with my childhood cum church kakis (went Krabi with some many years back), we wished many more would be able to make it, but it's alright, there's always next time. Trust me to come back with photos, nice ones I hope.

Dayang, here I come!