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Gratitude 2 - nice boss

2012-01-26T11:10:00.000+08:00

I just went back to work yesterday. I met this new boss for the very first time. She is a mother of two and she told me that she totally understands what I am going through. Surprisingly we had a h2h chat about motherhood and work. She offered me flexi/part time work and gave me 3 days to think about it and work out a proposal for her, so that she can bring this up to HR and the higher management

Happy Dragon Year :)

2012-01-25T14:52:00.002+08:00

Happy Lunar New Year :)

Gratitude 1: High tea at Equinox

2012-01-18T10:03:00.003+08:00

Had some ME time to doll myself up and meet the mommies gang at Equinox for high tea. Before makeup very chui... That's Jermaine and me, with Felicia's baby girl.

Wishes for 2012

2012-01-10T11:57:00.005+08:00

Learn a new skill Vacation with hubby and baby Bring baby to the pool Shift house Slim down to 48 kg Dance again A new job with flexibility I rejected a teaching job of a lecturer post that requires me to work on Saturdays although it pays well. I think spending time with my child is more important. I would eat grass and drink tap water just to endure for the time being.More time with friends

Extreme tolerance

2011-12-28T10:35:00.002+08:00

I have never tolerated until this extent in my life. I think God is testing my patience.

Merry Christmas 2011

2011-12-16T10:02:00.000+08:00

Glad that I managed to meet up my close friends for some sanity. Even though it's a mere 2.5 hours. We made alot of noise in the restaurant, esp the one that Elin says very 'gou li' picture. Jo's character - the most gou li one

Electrocuted

2011-12-08T08:34:00.001+08:00

I dreamt that I was walking along the streets and suddenly someone pinned me down from behind. I wanted to struggle myself free, but I couldn't. Then I felt as if I am electrocuted. I was in pain. To be exact, it's the area around my tailbone. It's really freaking painful. I knew that this was a dream and wanted to wake up from it. My right hand was holding onto the rod tightly (trying to remove

Prayer warriors needed

2011-11-19T11:56:00.010+08:00

My left wrist is hurting me badly. I don't even have to exert any strength and it hurts. I've seen sinseh twice. Now I need to get a wrist support. I should be thankful that I still can carry my baby. One of the August mommies, Dowin is in heartwrenching pain. Her baby Hazel who is the same age as my baby is in ICU right now. Police and social workers are investigating the case as they are not

Faye Wong's Concert

2011-11-01T14:25:00.000+08:00

I bought my early tickets in May. The concert is indeed awesome. Faye's voice is mou tuck deng and flawless. Throughout the entire 2 hours, she only says 'xie xie' after some performance (in total maybe 5 times). And the ending is very Faye. She just went off like that. All of us didn't know that it's the end. I left because the musicians started to leave one by one and the the hall lights are

No time

2011-10-28T08:54:00.000+08:00

Enough Said :)

My popcorn

2011-10-24T11:48:00.000+08:00

The first time I didn't apply sunblock and body lotion for the longest time.The first time I slept so little in my life.The first time I didn't drink water for an entire month.The first time I had to take that ridiculous amount of ginger.The first time I did so much washing until my hands peel. ...... She is the reason. and many more first time-s to come...

Popping Popcorn

2011-10-12T23:04:00.000+08:00

From: google images Inspired by this website... you may like to try doing your own homemade popcorn too. It's surprisingly easy and best served when warm. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes 3 tablespoons oil ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup popping corn 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, add the oil, salt and popping corn. Turn the heat to medium, cover the

Review: Mentholatum Acnes

2011-10-09T09:55:00.003+08:00

I have been sleeping 4-5 hours in a day for the past 1 month. Had 2 acnes on my face, one at the nose and one at the chin area. Thankfully, the SampleStore sent me Mentholatum Acnes to save my day. (Thanks Summer for the sponsored product.) Please pardon my bare super CMI face with lots of flaws due to the lack of sleep and rest. There is the creamy wash and the sealing gel in the box. My two

Fa Qi Ren Bak Kut Teh

2011-09-30T20:05:00.050+08:00

I've been to this Fa Qi Ren Bak Kut Teh place too many times until I've lost count. This small humble restaurant (shld I even call it a restaurant?) is located at Balestier and I always have to queue about 10 - 15 minutes to get a seat. The boss is really friendly and nice. The staff are polite too. That day hubby and I decided to go and eat Bak Kut Teh (quite impromptu). My hair was in a mess

Thank you Lord for the Trials that Come My Way

2011-09-23T22:50:00.006+08:00

I'm glad that I found this song in youtube after singing it in church. I so love the meaningful lyrics and the melody is so soothing for private quiet time. Can't help but dropped a tear coz it's so close to my heart. Thank you, Lord,for the trials that come my way.In that way I can grow each dayas I let you lead,And thank you, Lord,for the patience those trials bring.In that process of growing,

Are we becoming less gracious?

2011-09-16T20:12:00.003+08:00

Hubby emailed SPH and mentioned about ungraciousness of some minority of Singaporeans on public transport. As WE ALL KNOW how bias the news can be sometimes. And he also shared this on facebook with everyone. Then my group of mommies' gang went on to share it on their facebook pages too. I posted about why people don't give up their seats nowadays earlier. I think I don't expect people to

Letter from SMRT

2011-09-08T17:12:00.000+08:00

I received a letter from SMRT. Wondering what is it? Did I win a free 1 year public transport through a lucky draw? Did anyone spotted me sitting on the floor in the train? (and complain to SMRT) Did anyone spotted me giving up my seat to an elderly? (and compliment me) I read the letter and I still was puzzled after an hour of thinking/recalling. So I called SMRT. The customer service

Review: Cheesecake love

2011-08-31T10:53:00.000+08:00

After watching the last episode on Masterchef, I very gian cheesecake. Had cheesecakes 4 days in a row. From Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Chicago Cheesecake from Coffee Bean From Starbucks New York Cheesecake From Spinelli Classic Philly Cheesecake From Han's American Classic Cheesecake Overall, I prefer the Coffee Bean cheesecake best :) The cheese is really fragrant and not too rich.

Backdated: Magazine cover

2011-08-23T21:05:00.021+08:00

My colleague saw me at the lift lobby last week and he said that I appeared on Duet's magazine recently again. He asked if I just did a shoot and how come I am still with SDU. I felt puzzled because I have not been receiving this magazine after I am married. I guess SDU has a system of knowing whether we are single or married (tie up with rom.gov.sg I suppose). My profile and information has long

Review: Missha Pearl Eyeliner

2011-08-08T07:43:00.000+08:00

After the normal black eyeliner, apply the pearl eyeliner on top of it. I tried on Missha's Pearl Eyeliner for a wedding dinner.Really love the blings at the fold each time I blink my eyes. ok ready to go :) I love attending weddings... catching the love sensation of newly wed couples and at the same time, reminds me of my own wedding. Brought this clutch bag from Ipa nima to match my

Durian love

2011-07-28T17:17:00.002+08:00

I have this extreme crave for durians that day. I almost wanted to chiong down to Goodwood Park's Durian Fiesta High Tea or Carlton's Hotel Durian Dessert or buy a truckload of durians to eat all by myself. I even called up Emicakes (PS's branch), Angie's Choice and Carlton Hotel (coz near my workplace) to check if they have ready durian cake for sale. I don't mind getting it after I knock off

Worthwhile friendship

2011-07-20T10:22:00.000+08:00

Quote "It takes great effort to maintain a worthwhile friendship. Being truthful is an important element. But the acceptance level after being truthful depends on how strong this friendship is." Unquote I met a friend over dinner the other day. She was sharing with me about some unpleasantness / misunderstandings between close friends etc. I totally felt her as I also had a similar

Overspent (again)

2011-07-15T12:01:00.000+08:00

Joined too many sprees and have way overspent this month. Other than knowing the online transaction reference number, I also save a copy of all my online transfers on my desktop for future references. I have fought off Old Navy 35% discount and Taobao spree, otherwise I have to eat grass already. -------------------------------------- My itchy hands and heart. I bought another 2 maxi

Congrats Amy

2011-07-02T11:47:00.000+08:00

Dolling up for Amy's wedding :) Congrats Amy :))

Faye Wong - October 2011

2011-07-01T11:19:00.001+08:00

I just kaypo went into Sistic website and it showed the following. Buy Faye Wong tickets link. POWER leh. Today is the official first day launch of her concert tickets. I think sales started at 10 am this morning. Within 1 hour, most of the balcony tickets are unavailable already. Thankfully I managed to buy my tickets in May through the fan club through Shirley. Yippee... i can't wait for her

Refund

2011-06-24T14:25:00.002+08:00

How many of you actually check your receipt(s) after each purchase? I bought some stuff from Guardians and before I left the shop (still within 2 metres away), I did a scan through my receipt, then realised that I have been overcharged for an item. I went back to the cashier (despite the queue) and spoke to the lady. She replied to say that the promotion was until yesterday and it's no longer on

Why you shouldn't give up your seat in public transport...

2011-06-24T10:49:00.001+08:00

We also pay the same fare leh, aren't we entitled to a seat? We are normal human being too. We also have leg cramps, giddiness and heartburn also mah. Pregnant women might faint, we also might faint wor. Elderly man have weak knees, might fall, we also might fall. Gahment didn't say we must give up seat what. I don't eat/drink/litter very good already hor. Who ask you to be pregnant? Gahment? Ask

Snack time

2011-06-17T13:20:00.003+08:00

cannot resist (literally) sweet stuffand the smells that tempt me to buy them

Japanese snacks

2011-06-07T12:32:00.002+08:00

I would have been in Japan if not for the radiation leak at Fukushima. So I pampered myself with some Japanese snacks from ION. Hmm... I still prefer the food in Japan, but for now, these will satisfy me :) very expensive dou $7 for 80g