Nights out with the folks... 26/11/08

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, 

Jack Frost nipping on your nose, 

Yuletide carols being sung by a choir, 

And folks dressed up like Eskimos. 

Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe, 

Help to make the season bright. 

Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow, 

Will find it hard to sleep tonight. 

They know that Santa's on his way; 

He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh. 

And every mother's child is going to spy, 

To see if reindeer really know how to fly. 

And so I'm offering this simple phrase, 

To kids from one to ninety-two, 

Although its been said many times, many ways, 

A very Merry Christmas to you 

Had a great night out with the folks to celebrate Lorraine's birthday. Simple get together, excellent food, ambience and most of all, company. That's pretty much the perfect combination for a little exoneration for surviving through 3 out of 4 of my papers this semester and of cause, to celebrate Ms Ow's birthday.

I'll let the pictures do the talking.

Me and the belated birthday gal...

Me with Veron. Just realized that we seldom take a photo together whenever we are out.

Seductive look with the drink. ( I think it was Lorraine's brilliant idea)

Veron with her "Cosmopolitan". Wa! She looks like a star right!? Yong Jie is such a lucky man! Wahahaha.... I've always commented on how Felicia seems to glow from the nourishment of love. Guess I have another example to add on to it.

Lastly, I had "Sex on the Beach"! Whoooooohoooo...

In summary, we had a great time! Looking forward to Christmas, especially the loads of PRESENTs from my folks! Haha...

Anyway, I'm so done for... I'm bumming when I have a killer paper this coming Thursday. 

DEAD...

I'm glad with how other things are progressing. I can only wish for them to continue in this way...

Flustered... 21/11/08

Hym... I never felt so flustered before, at least not infront of my closest folks. I reckon the closest was the day before I met up with Takeshi, in front of Veron, where I was so anxious that I had butterflies in my stomach.

Anyway, yesterday had been an eventful day for me. Guess I looked real flustered and comical in front when I realized I had misplaced my wallet... I'm definitely grateful for the outcome; managed to recover my wallet from Bishan Police post after some kind-hearted soul turned it in. Guess there are still much to hope for with regards to Singaporeans' humanity. Thanx to Mr Lim, whom I do not have the opportunity to thank personally.

Who are the people you would call or approach when you are in need? Well, there were 3 names that came to my mind back then; Mich, Lorraine and ... . Though there weren't much that they could have done, sharing my problem with them really did help to obviate much anxiety within me. Perhaps that's what differentiate them from other fair-weather friends. So what are those names that would pop up in your mind when you are in dire need?

By the way, the last name that came to my mind was quite unusual. Clearly there's no valid explanation for the name but I guess it was that sense of familiarity and affinity that drove me to wanna share my problems with. Haha... Clearly it's not reciprocated.

Oh! I think I have a new found occupation. That is hot-line operator. I guess my propensity to crap has been rather well-received. My ability to laugh at my own jokes and talk at just about anything under the Sun has made me quite popular on the phone. Haha... I think I should try to listen more. Whatever the case is, feel free to drop me a buzz at 1800-KEITH-BINTAN-JURONG-RESORT...

Exams on MOnday. =(

Thanx folks... 13/11/08

Well, i don't need to say anything more...

Only two words, "Thank you!"

Grateful? Appreciative? Definitely! I feel honored...

Here it goes again... 13/11/08

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It is the time of the year again... 11/11/08

Well, everyone would have known that it is the exams period again. Hym... As far as I know, things aren't looking good at all. Haiz...

FYP is really a big headache and I really wonder if I am able to finish it in time for CA2. I can only pray...

Anyway, just like last semester, I have come up with a list of things I would like to do after my examinations and FYP CA2. Here it goes:

1.  Sleep...

2. Play MJ for 2 days in a row...

3. Buy new clothes... (ACCOMPLISHED)

4. Buy christmas gifts for my folks... (ACCOMPLISHED)

5. Meet my "friend" cum "stranger"... (ACCOMPLISHED)

6. Plan for Mich's Christmas party... (ACCOMPLISHED)

7. Go on a short tour with a friend...

8. Consult a ...

The list isn't exhaustive, and is sure to grow as it draws nearer to my exoneration date. Well, as usual, I wonder how many of them do I get to finish given the limited time that I have. Hym... I hope I get to travel to at least Genting / Sunway Lagoon this holiday. That's really the least I can hope for since all of my folks are going to be away for a while; Japan, HK, Thailand... Haha...

Anyway, I am glad to know that my friend and I won't be going to the States next year. Kind of sad but well, there's really too much uncertainty with regards to next year. Moreover, I truly understand the reason why we've decided to call it off. So no worries on its cancellation. Like I mentioned to another friend, "It is better to kill the idea now then, then."

Whatever it is, life goes on and somewhere down the line, hopefully someone comes along... 

Happy birthday to Lorraine!!! ... 09/11/08

Hey Hey! Happy birthday to Lorraine! May all your wishes come true! STay happy and cheerful always! Cheers!

Truly, Madly, Deeply... 07/11/08

If there is one lesson that I need to be taught over and over again, it would have to be never to believe someone whole-heartedly, that easily. 

Why? Why do I need to be educated on this over and over again. Why do I put myself on the guillotine every now and again?

Only one answer to that, the self...

It's not the same anymore... 07/11/08

Had a rather impromptu supper with the folks. Well, feel kind of guilty as my decision made was too last min as I had to wait for my Dad to return with the car. But I guess my folks have accustomed to it already.

It has been a while since my band of sisters, just us alone, gathered together for a simple supper. I think the last was at Hong Kong Cafe back when I was serving my ordeal at Keppel?Anyway, it was a great session. Our conversation pretty much revolved around schools and teaching, since members of the "sisterhood" are all part of the teaching profession, coincidentally.

Had a great laugh at some of the wackiest answers which Mich's students gave during their exams. It's pretty evident that she is enjoying what she is doing right now; teaching of cause though I do not rule out the slightest possibility of her deriving satisfaction from torturing the young souls. Haha...

It daunts on me how our conversation topics have changed, according to the different stages of our lives. As much as I hate to admit, I'm growing old and it seems to be on an accelerated rate. I think I'm suffering from "Peter Pan Syndrome" for this is not the first time I lament about my reluctance in growing up. I am still grappling with the much dreaded truth that I am turning 25, into my mid twenties...

Anyway, heard a rather interesting remark from Mich earlier on too. She was using me as a comparison to encourage her better half. Can't remember the exact sentence but I think it went something like "QC is 24 and still a student with no job" or something along the line. I know she meant no harm in her casual remark but it just hit on me as I was thinking of the very same issue too. 

I was communicating with my friend via SMSes and I was told he was having ice-cream at Dempsey. Hym... The first thing that came to my mind was "Whao! Fancy eating ice-cream at Dempsey!" That's something I don't see myself doing, since Dempsey is infamous for exotic food at exorbitant prices. I guess that's because I'm still a student and I don't have a big wallet to finance such ostentatious lifestyle.

You're probably just as confused with the point I am trying to make. Haha... I think I am trying to say that it takes much more for 2 people of even a click of friends to "click" now than before.

I think I'm pretty close to give up trying. Okay! I clearly have much more important things to attend to...

We think http://a-paradoxical-life.blogspot.com/ is written by a man.

Thank goodness I have yet to lose my innate ability to write like a male! Haha...

But, I think the webby isn't really accurate as I tried it on a couple and there was some discrepancy!

Still it was fun though.

No explanations needed... 06/11/08

When was the last time you were on the phone with someone for more than 3 hours? I don't think that is quite possible now given that most of my friends would have known pretty much everything about me. Anyway, I had a great chat. It's always great to know someone better and to know that there is someone out there willing to put aside 3 hours of his/her precious time to listen to you, and solely to you alone. I have come to conclude that I'm actually quite an open book...

Hym... I'm kind of sad to know that a friend of mine is deciding to move back to the East. Not really acquainted with this person but the thought of it makes me sad. It feels so much further than the physical distance itself. Sounds funny but that's what I'm feeling right now...

And then I was thinking of how I get to know my folks if I have never met Veron at Food Republic at Wisma... how I lost a close friend but gained many more in return... Hym...

I'm clearly stressed and in the Ki gong period right now... I better get bathed and start a new chapter.

Going to be much more sporadic... 04/11/08

I received a piece of news that is worth rejoicing for.

Take sent me an mail a few days ago, updating me on his life this far. Guess what, his wife is pregnant with twins! Haha...

I remember asking him if he is going to start a family anytime soon and now here it is. I'm delighted for sure. Guess I should start thinking of the gifts to get for him. 

Anyway, I think I won't be updating my blogs regularly from now on. KInd of busy...

Oh! Thanx to Lorraine for vetting through my essay. 

My head feels light and my throat is killing me...

I'm overwhelmed... What was I expecting... It's happening again...

To Harri ... 01/11/08

Hey Hey!!! Today I played host to Harris! Haha...

It was enjoyable. Helped Harri to do some shopping. Haha... He should look at least 5 years younger! I think I have to call him brother Harri then. =)

To Harri,

Hope you had a wonderful time WALKING with me today. We basically walked about... 7-8km?From National Lib to Suntec City to Esplanade and back to National Lib. Haha... Been a pleasure bringing you around. I should consider being a tour guide! Haha... Cheers!

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Hym... Seems like there is a change in attitude. I wonder what is the reason behind it. I hope it is for the better. 

Now I know... 01/11/08

I was quite taken aback by the offer. Thought it was a joke but it turned out to be real.

If I could, I would have agreed to go to Phuket with you since I have never been there myself.

Still, it was a generous gesture. Cheers!