Haven been writing for the past two weeks? Was back in Sg for a bit, had some catching up with family and friends, went wakeboarding, and got a great kick out of it.
Most eventful was that Sam came over! Was so much fun! Disneyland, Causeway Bay Lucky Dessert, Body & Foot Massage, Sai Kung Seafood & a bit of Tsim Tsa Tsui. It went by so quickly. Can't wait to see the photos :-D
Now it is back to the grind. Working out at the gym with Ed, going to start with Yoga classes, probably starting on Squash at the HK Football club. Colleague's going to be away for an operation, so I have to learn quickly. When she returns i will probably be off to Nepal.
Edna & Paula & Julian going to be down this Friday till 15th. Meeting Edna for dinner tonight. The days are going to pass very quickly...
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Sunday, October 14, 2007
The vice in Shenzhen
In a Nutshell ... this work week passed so slowly. Dinner plans were less than mundane: Monday starved a little, Tuesday pizza hut, Wednesday & Thursday zong guo song, Friday Dazos with CJ. Sat & Sun @ Shezhen with new found buddies from JPM. Selina (helps me with air tickets), Clarins (shares some gossip) & Kal (invites me to house bbq and junk boat party, and afterwork drinks) from office ...... all been very kind to me & Leslie from Nittan too - Cute friendly guy.
Weekend...We took the MTR to Tsim Tsa Tsui & KCR to Luo Hu, right into Shenzhen. I would characterize it as very rampant, unsafe, exposed, city in transition, kai fang, dirty. Ladies a bit outrageous and a bit brazen if you ask me. I am a bit scared of the place really. Liken it to Sg-JB, HK-Shenzhen. Went to apparently the best SPA in town. Queen Spa & Dining, big white and gold sign with huge grand intimating entrance. Walk down a flight of stairs, greeted by ladies in a white Space-suit looking uniform with high collars, all say "Huan Ying Huang Shi Jia Qi...." in loud shrill voices in unison.
Two entrances, one lady one male. First stop: Lockers, change, shower, steam room/sauna, cold/warm pools, Cha Bei, Shower. Second Stop: We change into bright pink/orange like clothes, with a hand tag to identify us and charge expenses to. 3rd floor Spaceship looking place, numerous massage-like chairs with small flat television attached. Free flow fruit bar, juice and drinks bar, restaurant, then Movie area with bright red chairs in cinema setting, snooker table, more non-smoking massage chairs with TVs. All around (males in green spa uniform, ladies in pink uniform, with a number tag attached) are either walking about or lying on the chairs, enjoying TV, or services that lady/male staff provide. Range from head, hand foot massage to foot scrub, ear cleaning etc etc. With their gorging on foot, with white towel as blanket, spacecraft uniform staff walking around, the whole scene looked one or more of these places 1) space craft 2) drug rehab centre 3) hospital. Amusing, but i thought it was really weird. To me it was akin walking in my PJ's and getting SPA-ed and seen with people i know not.
Been spending too much now. SPA, new black heels, trekking top base layer, air ticket to SG, Califonia Fitness trainer. Its crazy, but first month, give and take first. Next month, taxes come, will be quite dead. 17% of salary.
Looking forward to going home. This Thursday night i pack my stuff and go home for the weekend till Monday.
Weekend...We took the MTR to Tsim Tsa Tsui & KCR to Luo Hu, right into Shenzhen. I would characterize it as very rampant, unsafe, exposed, city in transition, kai fang, dirty. Ladies a bit outrageous and a bit brazen if you ask me. I am a bit scared of the place really. Liken it to Sg-JB, HK-Shenzhen. Went to apparently the best SPA in town. Queen Spa & Dining, big white and gold sign with huge grand intimating entrance. Walk down a flight of stairs, greeted by ladies in a white Space-suit looking uniform with high collars, all say "Huan Ying Huang Shi Jia Qi...." in loud shrill voices in unison.
Two entrances, one lady one male. First stop: Lockers, change, shower, steam room/sauna, cold/warm pools, Cha Bei, Shower. Second Stop: We change into bright pink/orange like clothes, with a hand tag to identify us and charge expenses to. 3rd floor Spaceship looking place, numerous massage-like chairs with small flat television attached. Free flow fruit bar, juice and drinks bar, restaurant, then Movie area with bright red chairs in cinema setting, snooker table, more non-smoking massage chairs with TVs. All around (males in green spa uniform, ladies in pink uniform, with a number tag attached) are either walking about or lying on the chairs, enjoying TV, or services that lady/male staff provide. Range from head, hand foot massage to foot scrub, ear cleaning etc etc. With their gorging on foot, with white towel as blanket, spacecraft uniform staff walking around, the whole scene looked one or more of these places 1) space craft 2) drug rehab centre 3) hospital. Amusing, but i thought it was really weird. To me it was akin walking in my PJ's and getting SPA-ed and seen with people i know not.
Been spending too much now. SPA, new black heels, trekking top base layer, air ticket to SG, Califonia Fitness trainer. Its crazy, but first month, give and take first. Next month, taxes come, will be quite dead. 17% of salary.
Looking forward to going home. This Thursday night i pack my stuff and go home for the weekend till Monday.
Monday, October 08, 2007
daunting or am i just a scaredy cat?
today markets were super quiet. and i sat in office all day till i was bored shitless. then i left on the dot today. wondering on the way back: do they pay me so much to sit down on the desk and pretend to work like a silly cow when actually nothing is being absorbed? wat is it i have to do here in hk? on one hand, it is good that they throw me bits of the puzzle to fit together, and really that's more like my style of learning. on the other hand, they tell me to learn the data tool but really i cant learn anything unless i do some hands-on. in the previous 10 days i was able to occupy myself with my furniture and getting the logistics in place. when the dust has settled, i begin to question my purpose here in hk.
eric had told me to expect the unexpected. frankly i did not have any expectations when i started out. it is a a double-edged sword, so that when things happen, then i realise how the world goes round... new found friendships (from friends who recommend friends, or work colleagues who go the extra mile to make me feel comfotable), old acquaintances disappoint, dont know who around me to trust, dont know how to manage work uncertainty and direction. i know family & friends stand firmly behind me, it is hard also knowing i have to fight my demons alone.
i reflect: maybe its not so hard afterall. eric has told me what to do already. all i have to do is pull up my socks, take things one at a time: support, account management then pre-sales. he also said something about putting my heart into looking after the accounts, as at the end of the day, we have to question who is responsible if we lose the accounts. makes a lot of sense. make effort to understand their situation, and work closely with my colleague and slowly handle the simpler troubleshooting.
my body seems to sense my stress, i am starting to get itchy today. not good. i really hope the hives dont return, coz i dont know where is the nearest doctor! i suspect its the macau noodles i ate today. and i have no appetite for dinner. i would say my cantonese has improved slightly, though i still have some foreign twang to it. scared myself to bits just now coz my main door just opened by itself. It was probably becoz of the wind, and partly also that the property manager has a set of my keys. well, my heart was beating very fast just now in panic. And now it is still beating funny with trepidation, a mix of fear and nervous energy.
What a scaredy cat i am. And I ve made sure i have locked it good this time.
eric had told me to expect the unexpected. frankly i did not have any expectations when i started out. it is a a double-edged sword, so that when things happen, then i realise how the world goes round... new found friendships (from friends who recommend friends, or work colleagues who go the extra mile to make me feel comfotable), old acquaintances disappoint, dont know who around me to trust, dont know how to manage work uncertainty and direction. i know family & friends stand firmly behind me, it is hard also knowing i have to fight my demons alone.
i reflect: maybe its not so hard afterall. eric has told me what to do already. all i have to do is pull up my socks, take things one at a time: support, account management then pre-sales. he also said something about putting my heart into looking after the accounts, as at the end of the day, we have to question who is responsible if we lose the accounts. makes a lot of sense. make effort to understand their situation, and work closely with my colleague and slowly handle the simpler troubleshooting.
my body seems to sense my stress, i am starting to get itchy today. not good. i really hope the hives dont return, coz i dont know where is the nearest doctor! i suspect its the macau noodles i ate today. and i have no appetite for dinner. i would say my cantonese has improved slightly, though i still have some foreign twang to it. scared myself to bits just now coz my main door just opened by itself. It was probably becoz of the wind, and partly also that the property manager has a set of my keys. well, my heart was beating very fast just now in panic. And now it is still beating funny with trepidation, a mix of fear and nervous energy.
What a scaredy cat i am. And I ve made sure i have locked it good this time.
Of Taxi Drivers & Singaporeans
HK taxi drivers very sui lou one. Was at LKF at Sat midnight togged in hand with a prepacked Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie. None of them wanted to take me home to Man Mo Miu. They gave ridiculous excuses that "Hui Kowloon" or they just gestured a no and a worse one just said "Mo sai xi gan". I got really angry after waiting for fifteen mins (just about the time I would take to walk home), as my heels were starting to hurt even more. Finally, decided to just not budge and hopped into a cab. In the end, he still didn't want to make one round, and made me get out at Hollywood Road. I can't decided whether Singaporean or HK cab drivers are worse.
Met Desmond, Serina, Kok Wee over the weekend. All working for JP Morgan. Found meself more friends now! We started out over dinner at Gaia @ Grand Millenium Plaza. Also met Homan for Sat lunch, and Esther for Thursday lunch. Had dinner at this fantastic Japanese restaurant called KOI along Stanley Street on Thursday night. with my colleagues Rick, Mabel and their friends. Wednesday had dinner with Bosses & colleagues at Ruth Chris Steakhouse (Richard's favourite food) and after, drinks @ Wanchai over gagging at the simply dodgy patrons this notorious district is frequented by. Tuesday was drinks at Wooloomooloo for Jurgen's departure in Asia, to be based in London. He was very kind. he remembered me as being "very feisty, just like me (him)". Made more friends over his party, spoke to Alex, Amanda, Anthony, Noel, Selina, Macy, Eva, Stephen, Johnny, Felix ......
Had a great week really, capped off by Saturday with Lust & Caution and Live Jazz @ Ned's bar @ Tsim Tsa Tsui. I loved the show, am now a fan of Leung Kar Wai. Excellent acting by him. Plot was so-so, and although I thought it was very adrupt towards the end, and didn't fancy the ending, the whole film was very well-shot especially the beginnings, being sufficiently exploited for the subtle sexual and emotional nuances.
Didnt feel the tiredness until Sunday when I snoozed till 1pm, awoken by a strange dream. Called mom, who had to rush off somewhere. And muo around the apartment, ate eggs and sausages till I finally leave the apartment at 4pm to go for my waxing appointment. Then walked around Lyndhurst Terrance, till I hit a supermaket. Ended my shopping with two red Carnations & a pink one. Did my housework till late. Dryer and washer takes forever.
Week ahead would be to check out
1) hairy crab - in season
2) get to a gym, bloody Cal Fitness is very very bad in membership and client service!!!!!
3) get some work done in Office???
4) Head to Shenzhen this weekend with friends
I am guessing I have to skip my cousin's wedding. Just impossible to attend. Will be home 19th Oct - 23rd Oct.
Met Desmond, Serina, Kok Wee over the weekend. All working for JP Morgan. Found meself more friends now! We started out over dinner at Gaia @ Grand Millenium Plaza. Also met Homan for Sat lunch, and Esther for Thursday lunch. Had dinner at this fantastic Japanese restaurant called KOI along Stanley Street on Thursday night. with my colleagues Rick, Mabel and their friends. Wednesday had dinner with Bosses & colleagues at Ruth Chris Steakhouse (Richard's favourite food) and after, drinks @ Wanchai over gagging at the simply dodgy patrons this notorious district is frequented by. Tuesday was drinks at Wooloomooloo for Jurgen's departure in Asia, to be based in London. He was very kind. he remembered me as being "very feisty, just like me (him)". Made more friends over his party, spoke to Alex, Amanda, Anthony, Noel, Selina, Macy, Eva, Stephen, Johnny, Felix ......
Had a great week really, capped off by Saturday with Lust & Caution and Live Jazz @ Ned's bar @ Tsim Tsa Tsui. I loved the show, am now a fan of Leung Kar Wai. Excellent acting by him. Plot was so-so, and although I thought it was very adrupt towards the end, and didn't fancy the ending, the whole film was very well-shot especially the beginnings, being sufficiently exploited for the subtle sexual and emotional nuances.
Didnt feel the tiredness until Sunday when I snoozed till 1pm, awoken by a strange dream. Called mom, who had to rush off somewhere. And muo around the apartment, ate eggs and sausages till I finally leave the apartment at 4pm to go for my waxing appointment. Then walked around Lyndhurst Terrance, till I hit a supermaket. Ended my shopping with two red Carnations & a pink one. Did my housework till late. Dryer and washer takes forever.
Week ahead would be to check out
1) hairy crab - in season
2) get to a gym, bloody Cal Fitness is very very bad in membership and client service!!!!!
3) get some work done in Office???
4) Head to Shenzhen this weekend with friends
I am guessing I have to skip my cousin's wedding. Just impossible to attend. Will be home 19th Oct - 23rd Oct.
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
Fireworks
Today is HK's National Day. Saw some fireworks @ Tsim Tsa Tsui, but partially hindered by the overhead Bridge. It lasted for 20 mins. Their National Day is small relative to their 1st July Handover, as their only celebration is the Yin Fa.
I have put on weight eating junk. Finished Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie in 3 days! I usually take more than a week!
Bought my mirror, clock hooks, stool, kitchen blinds all from IKEA. I think I will get my bathroom set from GOD.
HKers and Sgeans not too different. We should align ourselves more to China, a business-man-turned-taxi-driver said.
Tired. Should be turning in soon.
I have put on weight eating junk. Finished Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie in 3 days! I usually take more than a week!
Bought my mirror, clock hooks, stool, kitchen blinds all from IKEA. I think I will get my bathroom set from GOD.
HKers and Sgeans not too different. We should align ourselves more to China, a business-man-turned-taxi-driver said.
Tired. Should be turning in soon.
Monday, October 01, 2007
F1 Mania in Shanghai!
My colleagues are heading for the Shanghai F1 - I also want to go!
2007 F1 Calendar & Circuit
7 October, China
21 October, Brazil
So exciting, McLauren-Mercedes is leading by 166 points! Ferrari, BMW, Renault and Williams-Toyota follows!. Top drivers include Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, Kimi Reikkinen & Felie Massa!
Why was I not even bothered previously when ING was an official sponsor? And how come they do not seem to be involved in this Shanghai's F1? Tickets are quite expensive, think its about USD500 for an average ticket? Well, brokers and private bankers have quite a lot in common.
My colleague told me not to expect so much of sales on this job, as it is hard. It was a wakeup call really. But anyway, its fine with me, as I am here for the exposure. Not for the job. I have to embrace the fact that my job is a mix of IT and Finance. Like it or not. And sales if it comes. Also here, top management promise but don't deliver results (as yet). See how it goes lah.
Next week should be quite fun.
Tues: Coffee with Hwajie
Wed: Contractors coming during lunch
Dinner with Homan
Thurs: Lunch with Esther! Dinner drinks with Valetia! Immigration centre!
Fri: Collect quilt
Rough guidelines:
Back to Singapore Either 12 - 14th October, or 19th - 21st October!
First weekend in Dec 07
CNY Feb 7- 11
Can plan a holiday: Good Friday 21 - 24 March 08
People coming:
30 Oct - 2 Nov - Shir
17 - 20 Nov - Pris
Others who said they would come: Serene, Pris, Ruby, Sam, Joann, Jie!
Trip to Nepal with Yuan Chang:
15 Dec - 6 Jan 07
2008
Natasha coming
24 Apr, Thurs - Jill & Mike Wedding @ Shang (Fly to Sg 24-27 Apr)
7 Jun - Julie & Gerald's Wedding @ Raffles (Fly to Sg 7-8 Jun)
Sept - Alfred's Wedding
Work Wise:
First week Oct: Bosses are down (Get some rough ideas maybe?)
Rest of Oct: Polish up on Derivatives knowledge and IT Support! Keep running!
Nov: Keep working on Presales maybe? Find about competitors
Dec: Start dating customers out (1st 2 weeks Dec)
2007 F1 Calendar & Circuit
7 October, China
21 October, Brazil
So exciting, McLauren-Mercedes is leading by 166 points! Ferrari, BMW, Renault and Williams-Toyota follows!. Top drivers include Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, Kimi Reikkinen & Felie Massa!
Why was I not even bothered previously when ING was an official sponsor? And how come they do not seem to be involved in this Shanghai's F1? Tickets are quite expensive, think its about USD500 for an average ticket? Well, brokers and private bankers have quite a lot in common.
My colleague told me not to expect so much of sales on this job, as it is hard. It was a wakeup call really. But anyway, its fine with me, as I am here for the exposure. Not for the job. I have to embrace the fact that my job is a mix of IT and Finance. Like it or not. And sales if it comes. Also here, top management promise but don't deliver results (as yet). See how it goes lah.
Next week should be quite fun.
Tues: Coffee with Hwajie
Wed: Contractors coming during lunch
Dinner with Homan
Thurs: Lunch with Esther! Dinner drinks with Valetia! Immigration centre!
Fri: Collect quilt
Rough guidelines:
Back to Singapore Either 12 - 14th October, or 19th - 21st October!
First weekend in Dec 07
CNY Feb 7- 11
Can plan a holiday: Good Friday 21 - 24 March 08
People coming:
30 Oct - 2 Nov - Shir
17 - 20 Nov - Pris
Others who said they would come: Serene, Pris, Ruby, Sam, Joann, Jie!
Trip to Nepal with Yuan Chang:
15 Dec - 6 Jan 07
2008
Natasha coming
24 Apr, Thurs - Jill & Mike Wedding @ Shang (Fly to Sg 24-27 Apr)
7 Jun - Julie & Gerald's Wedding @ Raffles (Fly to Sg 7-8 Jun)
Sept - Alfred's Wedding
Work Wise:
First week Oct: Bosses are down (Get some rough ideas maybe?)
Rest of Oct: Polish up on Derivatives knowledge and IT Support! Keep running!
Nov: Keep working on Presales maybe? Find about competitors
Dec: Start dating customers out (1st 2 weeks Dec)
"Hallo"
Hiya guys!
See my apartment! http://www.hongkonghomes.com/property_info/pop_photo.php?pro_id=41155&num=1
How are all of you doing? I am in Honkie Tong land now, finally feeling a bit more comfortable. I really like my apartment, very quiet windy, and I get free water! Old building mah, so don’t have to pay!!!
Just in case u guys are worried, I am doing well not to worry. I took Monday and Tuesday off to settle my apartment. and there was Mid Autumn yesterday when I went to Ikea bought bright green and blue bedding, went to Seahorse got some nice pillows & tailor made a mattress pad, so I can still keep my bed (their bedding is really gross so no way). I went to DKNY sale, and got 3 tops for under $200. Did my grocery shopping, went marketing, but the people at the market very rude, and the food very smelly. So I will not go there again. I think Supermarkets are way better for me,
Got my locks changed over Tuesday, and had dinner with Uncle Victor and his family, and got a box of Chui Chow Mooncakes, which were really really nice! It is unlike the traditional ones and the snow skin, which both sucks! I received my DHL-ed stuff on Monday (they delivered it to the apartment downstairs, idiot! Thank gosh my neighbour very honest).
Ps Wai Yi: Uncle Cheung called, so he should meet me on 30th October on his way home, but he is really busy, hopefully he can make it for a meal at “Zong Guo Song”, which is this really nice restaurant with very yummy home cooked food! Plus, please help me fwd this to Leng yi – I left her email address at home….
Will post up photos of my place when I am more or less done with it, probably next week. See ya guys soon!!!
Take care okay!
See my apartment! http://www.hongkonghomes.com/property_info/pop_photo.php?pro_id=41155&num=1
How are all of you doing? I am in Honkie Tong land now, finally feeling a bit more comfortable. I really like my apartment, very quiet windy, and I get free water! Old building mah, so don’t have to pay!!!
Just in case u guys are worried, I am doing well not to worry. I took Monday and Tuesday off to settle my apartment. and there was Mid Autumn yesterday when I went to Ikea bought bright green and blue bedding, went to Seahorse got some nice pillows & tailor made a mattress pad, so I can still keep my bed (their bedding is really gross so no way). I went to DKNY sale, and got 3 tops for under $200. Did my grocery shopping, went marketing, but the people at the market very rude, and the food very smelly. So I will not go there again. I think Supermarkets are way better for me,
Got my locks changed over Tuesday, and had dinner with Uncle Victor and his family, and got a box of Chui Chow Mooncakes, which were really really nice! It is unlike the traditional ones and the snow skin, which both sucks! I received my DHL-ed stuff on Monday (they delivered it to the apartment downstairs, idiot! Thank gosh my neighbour very honest).
Ps Wai Yi: Uncle Cheung called, so he should meet me on 30th October on his way home, but he is really busy, hopefully he can make it for a meal at “Zong Guo Song”, which is this really nice restaurant with very yummy home cooked food! Plus, please help me fwd this to Leng yi – I left her email address at home….
Will post up photos of my place when I am more or less done with it, probably next week. See ya guys soon!!!
Take care okay!
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Monday, September 03, 2007
Long nong Weekend & weeks ahead
Wee har! This week was good stuff. Quite successful i would say.
Week passed slowly, but weekend's never enough. Friday, Mel's party at NAB was a great get-together lah. Saturday was not only teachers' day, but also a day where my students strutted their stuff in Show and Tell! I am so happy for my 3 year olds! They have progressed from babies to performing material! They could listen, take instructions, and perform, occassionally remember the lyrics and steps to the songs. 8-9 yr olds on the other hand, have done well in improvisation, and more importantly grown more confident, and enjoyed all their classes with me! I deserve a pat on my back.
also i was privy to Peter Low's 50th Anniversary Concert. Attended by the who-whos of society, the concert saw the 80 strong choir perform a medley of hymns and sacred music. the choir was amazing, excellent voices and choreography! a tad too long at over 2 hours, it ended off beautifully with a champagne toast and great food beneath a white marquee on a beautiful saturday night!
the weeks ahead looks busy,
3-7 sep (Sg)
Week passed slowly, but weekend's never enough. Friday, Mel's party at NAB was a great get-together lah. Saturday was not only teachers' day, but also a day where my students strutted their stuff in Show and Tell! I am so happy for my 3 year olds! They have progressed from babies to performing material! They could listen, take instructions, and perform, occassionally remember the lyrics and steps to the songs. 8-9 yr olds on the other hand, have done well in improvisation, and more importantly grown more confident, and enjoyed all their classes with me! I deserve a pat on my back.
also i was privy to Peter Low's 50th Anniversary Concert. Attended by the who-whos of society, the concert saw the 80 strong choir perform a medley of hymns and sacred music. the choir was amazing, excellent voices and choreography! a tad too long at over 2 hours, it ended off beautifully with a champagne toast and great food beneath a white marquee on a beautiful saturday night!
the weeks ahead looks busy,
3-7 sep (Sg)
- someone is coming from london = entertaining every day
- presentation to mentor is almost overdue = quick understand every module i need to by mid-week
- planning for d 8 day hk trip, which i am not going alone this time = a bit more coordination and communication with mom and aunt... sigh
- packing the necessary stuff to hk
- buying equip for nepal
- settle bills
- book place for 21st sep
9-16 sep (HK)
- my bosses' going to be in hk for some of the time im gona be up there = more late nights & entertaining
- work and arrange housing in hk
How to survive arh?
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Huh? Three years?
Bumped into Lyn & John from AC @ Parkway with 3 grown kids now. Russ is reaching Pri 1, and Lauren outgrowing toddlerhood.
The last I worked when I was in Uni Yr 1-3 maybe? 2002-2004. Now it is 2007. Well indeed three years have flashed by, and naturally kids get born, and grow big. Silly me.
Someone once told me once you hit 25, the years roll by, and are gone in a flash. I am approaching 25 come 20th September. Thinking to throw a farewell & birthday party with Ruby for the first time in years that we have since talked about it.
And of course, the excitement of leaving Sg has drained away. I am now more excited about getting a Laurastar Steamup G. It is 600/1088 dollar steam iron (depending on which model I get). Either that or a Philips also costing $670. Why the hell is it so expensive? It is on automatic steam and pressure is 3.5 Bar, 3 * more than any conventional iron. The steam shot is also greater @ 120g constant vs 100g when u press e steam button. So just iron on one side, and I am done. Plus steam comes out constantly @ higher temperature and pressure, which holds the threads, and thus creases less easily after wearing. Ironing also glides much smoother and lighter. Now now. Think practically.
The last I worked when I was in Uni Yr 1-3 maybe? 2002-2004. Now it is 2007. Well indeed three years have flashed by, and naturally kids get born, and grow big. Silly me.
Someone once told me once you hit 25, the years roll by, and are gone in a flash. I am approaching 25 come 20th September. Thinking to throw a farewell & birthday party with Ruby for the first time in years that we have since talked about it.
And of course, the excitement of leaving Sg has drained away. I am now more excited about getting a Laurastar Steamup G. It is 600/1088 dollar steam iron (depending on which model I get). Either that or a Philips also costing $670. Why the hell is it so expensive? It is on automatic steam and pressure is 3.5 Bar, 3 * more than any conventional iron. The steam shot is also greater @ 120g constant vs 100g when u press e steam button. So just iron on one side, and I am done. Plus steam comes out constantly @ higher temperature and pressure, which holds the threads, and thus creases less easily after wearing. Ironing also glides much smoother and lighter. Now now. Think practically.
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Nicely....
This weekend was good man.
Partied taught multiple nice dinners cake mom's birthday blade w beer catching up w old friends.
very nice. got a great week lined up as well. will be in hk 9-16 for work but mom coming to help me view apts. will permanently be up on 24th sept. goodbye my friends.
Partied taught multiple nice dinners cake mom's birthday blade w beer catching up w old friends.
very nice. got a great week lined up as well. will be in hk 9-16 for work but mom coming to help me view apts. will permanently be up on 24th sept. goodbye my friends.
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Back from HK
I have to unpack and clear my baggage. It's quite crazy how messy my room has gotten lately.
One week in HK was pretty good. LKF. Egg tarts. Flagship Louis Vuitton shop. Just branded stuff EVERYWHERE! Just one week was enough to get me entering Omega and Fendi and SF shops! Food wise pretty adaptable, yummy charsiew rice, egg tarts, donuts.
One week in HK was pretty good. LKF. Egg tarts. Flagship Louis Vuitton shop. Just branded stuff EVERYWHERE! Just one week was enough to get me entering Omega and Fendi and SF shops! Food wise pretty adaptable, yummy charsiew rice, egg tarts, donuts.
Friday, August 10, 2007
National Day
It was nice to wake up without having to go to work, and having a doubly long weekend.
You know if you pay by instalments on your credit card, the whole amount gets charged against your limit? Now, i have to ask for a limit increase, to prep for next weeks HK trip.
National Day was spectacular, though I think Formula One would be more exciting. I want to get tickets. But how ah?
Brother was back for the National Day hols, yesterday being one of the nights we three hung out at the MOS together again.
You know if you pay by instalments on your credit card, the whole amount gets charged against your limit? Now, i have to ask for a limit increase, to prep for next weeks HK trip.
National Day was spectacular, though I think Formula One would be more exciting. I want to get tickets. But how ah?
Brother was back for the National Day hols, yesterday being one of the nights we three hung out at the MOS together again.
Sunday, August 05, 2007
Am Back!
It's been ages since I've last written. Say, it's been what, 8 months!
I have left my previous Middle Office job ... haa. Now am with a Brokerage firm, involved in pre-sales. What is that most people would ask. I will give you the answer when I find out.
Darn, I have a presentation to give in tomorrow. And i have no more than 10 slides. It's 11.23pm, guessing I don't have very much time nor energy to finish it.
I am definitely more interested in my HK move. Getting my new apartment sorted out is such a pain! Plus I've gotta work out the taxes I have to pay, so I won't overspend. Also, my relocation expenses & home leave issues. Yah, the new reporting structure with my new boss too! And of course, the baggage of getting a HK ID & bank a/c done up, making sure I have budget enough and eye for detail in inspecting the new place... sure don't want get shortchanged.
Gonna scurry along for my ppt!
I have left my previous Middle Office job ... haa. Now am with a Brokerage firm, involved in pre-sales. What is that most people would ask. I will give you the answer when I find out.
Darn, I have a presentation to give in tomorrow. And i have no more than 10 slides. It's 11.23pm, guessing I don't have very much time nor energy to finish it.
I am definitely more interested in my HK move. Getting my new apartment sorted out is such a pain! Plus I've gotta work out the taxes I have to pay, so I won't overspend. Also, my relocation expenses & home leave issues. Yah, the new reporting structure with my new boss too! And of course, the baggage of getting a HK ID & bank a/c done up, making sure I have budget enough and eye for detail in inspecting the new place... sure don't want get shortchanged.
Gonna scurry along for my ppt!