Beginner's Flute on loan from PY
Chicken Stew with Potatoes , carrots and mushrooms
Salmon Salad with toast
Bought these heavenly tasting Choc, Yuzu and Vanilla cream Choux
Little Taiwan mushrooms from Sai Wan Ho market!
Sunday, January 13, 2013
First Full work week of January
Stangely, it might be because I have read very good fengshui reviews for the year of the dog, I do feel very upbeat for 2013. Or because I have been having regular conversations with God, that I feel more relaxed in everything.
This full work week started of with having my new HTC phone. 4G sure is fast! Bought my air tickets back for CNY. Attended a luncheon with Mr JY Pillay as the guest speaker. First time going into the Banker's Club. So many were there to network and get sales. On the upside, food was good! Started music class with PY. I am going to learn the flute and keyboard. My, is it challenging! Also learnt a fellow banker client has opened a bakery selling choux - pronounced as "shoo". It was pretty yummy. I do hope they do well. Am also cutting down on meats. Working on making a vegetable-base soup instead of using meat all the time
This weekend was interesting. Walked around Sham Shui Po. They have a long street of electronics and wholesale clothes. Didn't manage to buy anything as it was all winter wear, but got something for Auddie. Some thermal pants as she is going to view the Northern lights in Mar!
I also welcomed Nat & Cam to HK. N is a uni-mate and C is her Aussie bf. Glad that she has visited me, even gladder she has stayed the same. We had Sushi and Lucky Dessert for dinner - we ordered a grand total of 5 desserts! Also did a foot massage ... ahaha!
Coming week should be fine. Keeping the faith in that there is a suitable job out there for me. Have you bought your CNY clothes yet? I am almost done.
A quote for you that I saw at a supermart. Feel blessed I have time for leisure and a full Sunday to while away! Wheeeeeeeee!
This full work week started of with having my new HTC phone. 4G sure is fast! Bought my air tickets back for CNY. Attended a luncheon with Mr JY Pillay as the guest speaker. First time going into the Banker's Club. So many were there to network and get sales. On the upside, food was good! Started music class with PY. I am going to learn the flute and keyboard. My, is it challenging! Also learnt a fellow banker client has opened a bakery selling choux - pronounced as "shoo". It was pretty yummy. I do hope they do well. Am also cutting down on meats. Working on making a vegetable-base soup instead of using meat all the time
This weekend was interesting. Walked around Sham Shui Po. They have a long street of electronics and wholesale clothes. Didn't manage to buy anything as it was all winter wear, but got something for Auddie. Some thermal pants as she is going to view the Northern lights in Mar!
I also welcomed Nat & Cam to HK. N is a uni-mate and C is her Aussie bf. Glad that she has visited me, even gladder she has stayed the same. We had Sushi and Lucky Dessert for dinner - we ordered a grand total of 5 desserts! Also did a foot massage ... ahaha!
Coming week should be fine. Keeping the faith in that there is a suitable job out there for me. Have you bought your CNY clothes yet? I am almost done.
A quote for you that I saw at a supermart. Feel blessed I have time for leisure and a full Sunday to while away! Wheeeeeeeee!
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
New Year Prayer
God, thank you for a new year.
May we be willing to begin anew with a clean slate. We know that you are always ready to forgive us. Help us to be willing to forgive ourselves and to forgive one another. Help us heal the wounds of past so we can put them aside and move on to be at peace.
As we begin a new year, remind us of our truest values and our deepest desires. Help us to live in the goodness that comes from doing what you want us to do. Help us to put aside our darkness and anxiety about the future and the past, so that we might live in peace with you now, one day at a time.
May we be willing to begin anew with a clean slate. We know that you are always ready to forgive us. Help us to be willing to forgive ourselves and to forgive one another. Help us heal the wounds of past so we can put them aside and move on to be at peace.
As we begin a new year, remind us of our truest values and our deepest desires. Help us to live in the goodness that comes from doing what you want us to do. Help us to put aside our darkness and anxiety about the future and the past, so that we might live in peace with you now, one day at a time.
Fresh Start!
At first I thought it was only learning for my Masters that was the only milestone in my life.
During evening church today, I realized a few more gems in 2012. I discovered
- my weakness 1 : I am very tense at work and need to relax
- my weakness 2 : I do not enjoy pursuing targets or having to meet clients if I do not a real agenda
- my weakness 3 : be more politically aware of another's intentions, not trust someone wholeheartedly
- how to read men a bit better after having my heart broken twice
- that J was only making use of me and I needed to break away from him
- what I need to do to make myself happy, workwise - having the autonomy and a good mentor
- a friend in my dentist, T and her family - rekindled my love for teaching
- my family's continual love and support
- my girlfriends' listening year
- my manfriends' silent support
My resolution for this year - pretty simple: Move On
- from a past failed relationship
- from my current job to one which daily work I enjoy doing and / or in an area which I have passion and feel for.
I will do it!
During evening church today, I realized a few more gems in 2012. I discovered
- my weakness 1 : I am very tense at work and need to relax
- my weakness 2 : I do not enjoy pursuing targets or having to meet clients if I do not a real agenda
- my weakness 3 : be more politically aware of another's intentions, not trust someone wholeheartedly
- how to read men a bit better after having my heart broken twice
- that J was only making use of me and I needed to break away from him
- what I need to do to make myself happy, workwise - having the autonomy and a good mentor
- a friend in my dentist, T and her family - rekindled my love for teaching
- my family's continual love and support
- my girlfriends' listening year
- my manfriends' silent support
My resolution for this year - pretty simple: Move On
- from a past failed relationship
- from my current job to one which daily work I enjoy doing and / or in an area which I have passion and feel for.
I will do it!
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Year coming to a close
I realized how when you are living in an apartment that makes you happy, one naturally becomes happy.
Have been cooking loads. Fried economical beehoon, steamed fish, fried eggs, soup, sweet potato soup, barley water, vegetables, steamed egg, curry chicken, sweet and sour pork.
Been fun. Have not felt this liberated in at least 2 years.
Definitely looking to close off this year. Had achived much, a bit more mature, a bit wiser and definitely less kan cheong as before.
I cannot recall when I have last spent Christmas in HK. I feel quite lucky to enjoy the chills of Winter during this magical season! :)
Happy Holidays!
Have been cooking loads. Fried economical beehoon, steamed fish, fried eggs, soup, sweet potato soup, barley water, vegetables, steamed egg, curry chicken, sweet and sour pork.
Been fun. Have not felt this liberated in at least 2 years.
Definitely looking to close off this year. Had achived much, a bit more mature, a bit wiser and definitely less kan cheong as before.
I cannot recall when I have last spent Christmas in HK. I feel quite lucky to enjoy the chills of Winter during this magical season! :)
Happy Holidays!
Movie
I watched the Life of Pi in 3-D with C last weekend. Wow! How the cinema-going experience has gone up. In terms of quality and price. It cost 120HK ~ 18 SGD. I read the book, so this movie came pretty close. Key takeaways - never lose faith! God will always provide for you, even when the situation looks dire.
Indeed, I have been well provided for. The Chinese say this year of the dragon is 'fan tai shui' for those born in my animal zodiac. For believers, this year was said to be rocky for me. Work wise, health wise, and entering into a relationship had taken its toll. Family ties however have strengthened and money wise, no major upturn, but I have learnt to control my purse-strings tighter. I have learnt that fair-weather friends can come and go, but my family, parents will always be there for me.
Indeed, I have been well provided for. The Chinese say this year of the dragon is 'fan tai shui' for those born in my animal zodiac. For believers, this year was said to be rocky for me. Work wise, health wise, and entering into a relationship had taken its toll. Family ties however have strengthened and money wise, no major upturn, but I have learnt to control my purse-strings tighter. I have learnt that fair-weather friends can come and go, but my family, parents will always be there for me.
Sunday, December 09, 2012
Antevasin
Gilbert writes:
Groceries finally discovered her word – the one word which describes who she is: ANTEVASIN, meaning “one who lives at the border.” It was a term to describe “a person who had left the bustling center of worldly life" to go live at the edge of the forest to seek enlightenment...looking toward the unknown.”
From "Eat, Pray, Love"
So it had been almost a year since I blogged.
Jan 2012 - May 2012
Struggled to complete the final semester of school.
Had a new cleaner, C - appreciate her for her hearty laughter and simple outlook. Started dating a fellow classmate.
April 2012
1 year since the transition to my new role as eComm mktg. 1 year since I moved into Poho.
June 2012 - July 2012
Relaxing life without school, and results announced that I passed my masters.
Travelled to Korea with P for a colleague's wedding.
Returned back to SG briefly for sister's and dad's birthday.
Ended the tumultous relationship with the classmate.
August - September 2012
Returned to SG briefly for work.
Relatives and family came over to HK to celebrate my birthday with me. Had a ten course meal complete with roast piglet! I am truly blessed.
Work not easy - long hours, shorthanded and dealing with temperatmental colleagues.
October - November 2012
Parents sold off BC apartment.
Poho landlord issued apartment termination.
Attended Redfoo (LMFAO) concert with C.
December 2012
Moved apartments with Co's help.
Family and relatives came to support me on Graduation of Masters in Stats!
Attended Big Bang concert with S.
Invested in air purifier as now living in Central.
Groceries finally discovered her word – the one word which describes who she is: ANTEVASIN, meaning “one who lives at the border.” It was a term to describe “a person who had left the bustling center of worldly life" to go live at the edge of the forest to seek enlightenment...looking toward the unknown.”
From "Eat, Pray, Love"
So it had been almost a year since I blogged.
Jan 2012 - May 2012
Struggled to complete the final semester of school.
Had a new cleaner, C - appreciate her for her hearty laughter and simple outlook. Started dating a fellow classmate.
April 2012
1 year since the transition to my new role as eComm mktg. 1 year since I moved into Poho.
June 2012 - July 2012
Relaxing life without school, and results announced that I passed my masters.
Travelled to Korea with P for a colleague's wedding.
Returned back to SG briefly for sister's and dad's birthday.
Ended the tumultous relationship with the classmate.
August - September 2012
Returned to SG briefly for work.
Relatives and family came over to HK to celebrate my birthday with me. Had a ten course meal complete with roast piglet! I am truly blessed.
Work not easy - long hours, shorthanded and dealing with temperatmental colleagues.
October - November 2012
Parents sold off BC apartment.
Poho landlord issued apartment termination.
Attended Redfoo (LMFAO) concert with C.
December 2012
Moved apartments with Co's help.
Family and relatives came to support me on Graduation of Masters in Stats!
Attended Big Bang concert with S.
Invested in air purifier as now living in Central.
