I'm not sure if it's a good whirlwind or a bad whirlwind of things that have been happening. For those of you who know me, you'd understand why I've not been blogging much. Let's just say work issues.
It seems like the only thing I really use this blog for is updates for people who have no idea what I'm up to and yet want to know anyway. Odd sorta bunch really but I am to please anyway.
I've been dazzled with the planes I see from my office window on a daily basis. They fly right by me (my office rather) and the roar of those engines just get my womanly bits aquiver not good in an office full of males- the pilots are a whole different story.
Was floating around on cloud a million when I got to go for the RSAF Open House at Paya Lebar last month and actually see the maneuvers I couldn't see once the jets went too low. Oh and most definitely the prized shots of being in the cockpits of some of the most be-you-tee-ful jets again. M Lee's a hot pilot.
Another highlight in May was getting to fulfill my life long dream of interviewing Dr Vivian Balakrishnan. Aye, I got to interview him! Even now as I recall all that happened... hang on, need to breathe... I still get all tongue-tied and I am not one to easy get speechless.
Here are some pictures. Aye, you can read into my smiles. (:
Wednesday, 20 April 2011 1:43 am
not always.
It's times like these (long hours in front of the computer with The Script lads for companionship) that I realise I'm lonely. Lonely without realising it. Or maybe I just do what I'm so used to and just ignore that feeling. Those feelings didn't disappear. They merely got buried. Cemented under the layer that is the veneer of my true soul. Lonely in a way that craves the attention of a male in my life. This absentee male will feel all the warmth and love I have.. for I have not had anyone to give this part to in a long time. 7 years long.
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At least I'm independent. One consolation.
Wednesday, 13 April 2011 12:36 am
Euphoria
The Script concert in Singapore!
I'm somewhere in that picture.
One word? Euphoria.
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Tuesday, 29 March 2011 9:15 pm
Is it really all that hard to be polite?
Why hello there readers of this blog! I know i've not been most particularly prompt and frequent with my blog posts and it would be easier to blame the lack of enthusiastic readers (half of my loyal following consists of one bloke who's high-offed to Scotland) and a pain-in-the-bum computer for said reasons but I shall spill the beans instead.
Work's been... eventful and at stretches exhaustive. I honestly never thought I'd say this and this soon but I do miss uni. Uni- where the mates were constantly pressured by assignments and relationship problems (in some cases lecturer problems) instead of irrelevant work that should have been done by someone else since it is not our area of expertise and dealing with nitty-gritty anal colleagues/clients.
Personally, I've realised (thankfully, sooner rather than later) that people will always remain people and no matter what position they hold in a company, they don't feel the need to exercise proper manners or treat people as they'd like to be treated. I may be a stickler for propriety and manners and I've seen how drastic an effect manners, or the lack thereof could be in relationship building.
Unfortunately, living in a country like this, the whole Asian values of respecting your elders (I'd like to see how far this 'value' will hold since bosses these days are 30 while their subordinates are double that) doesn't leave much room for people to develop a mentality of being polite- even to their staff....
Work's been... eventful and at stretches exhaustive. I honestly never thought I'd say this and this soon but I do miss uni. Uni- where the mates were constantly pressured by assignments and relationship problems (in some cases lecturer problems) instead of irrelevant work that should have been done by someone else since it is not our area of expertise and dealing with nitty-gritty anal colleagues/clients.
Personally, I've realised (thankfully, sooner rather than later) that people will always remain people and no matter what position they hold in a company, they don't feel the need to exercise proper manners or treat people as they'd like to be treated. I may be a stickler for propriety and manners and I've seen how drastic an effect manners, or the lack thereof could be in relationship building.
Unfortunately, living in a country like this, the whole Asian values of respecting your elders (I'd like to see how far this 'value' will hold since bosses these days are 30 while their subordinates are double that) doesn't leave much room for people to develop a mentality of being polite- even to their staff.
Tuesday, 15 March 2011 11:46 pm
Look who's back!
I realise tis been a while since I last posted something up here. Guess getting back to a normal routine (of semi-bumming around) got a wee bit too exciting cos I realised I had to start getting serious and land myself a job. Got the job- therefore the lack of posts up here.
in other more interesting news: I've gotten myself a MacBook. Aye, a MacBook. It's all white and pretty and annoyingly has the word jys spaced out so much I"m having trouble with the 'a's and the 'caps lock' button. I got it on Saturday but just got round to actually setting up the internet connection and transfering within Julian (that's the old lappy) to Aidan (the Mac).
Anyhoooo, I've got a long loooong day of work tmr and then a joint of pilates (yayyyy... and the excitement dies off when I think about how much I hurt the folowing day- I couldn't bend at the chest, coughing was terrible and sneezing was out of the question.
i shall blog more now since I need to get a hang of this keypad and all the other functions I got this Mac for. That and this determination to conquer my fear of Macintoshes.
See ya later! (:
BTW: I've got tix for THE SCRIPT. -ecstatic grin-...
in other more interesting news: I've gotten myself a MacBook. Aye, a MacBook. It's all white and pretty and annoyingly has the word jys spaced out so much I"m having trouble with the 'a's and the 'caps lock' button. I got it on Saturday but just got round to actually setting up the internet connection and transfering within Julian (that's the old lappy) to Aidan (the Mac).
Anyhoooo, I've got a long loooong day of work tmr and then a joint of pilates (yayyyy... and the excitement dies off when I think about how much I hurt the folowing day- I couldn't bend at the chest, coughing was terrible and sneezing was out of the question.
i shall blog more now since I need to get a hang of this keypad and all the other functions I got this Mac for. That and this determination to conquer my fear of Macintoshes.
See ya later! (:
BTW: I've got tix for THE SCRIPT. -ecstatic grin-
Monday, 3 January 2011 10:00 pm
I'll scream later
Why hello there my good readers. I'm sorry to disappoint but I've done a 360 and returned (pretty heavily) to journaling. So it's going to be not-so-frequent updates and more 'Dear Diaries'.. or maybe 'Dear Aidan' since that way it would be writing for more 'platforms'. Puzzled? Drop me a message in the tag box and I'll explain. (:
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I've finally found this video. When I started out teaching myself to sign, I managed to learn by following Deanne (that's the actress in the video) and after 3 days of first starting out, I managed to sign the entire clip just by listening to what she was saying. My first achievement in the deaf arena and my parents didn't even bother watch me do it. My excitement in showing them anything related to deafness died off at that point.. but all that Deanne mentioned and even Marlee's (Matlin, of Children of a Lesser God fame) interviews at that point just drove me onward to better myself. It's paid off.
I wish proper sign language classes were more affordable here. I need to get my hands on a copy of Marlee's book; I'll scream later. (:
Monday, 27 December 2010 9:23 pm
this and that
I've been real inactive on any internet medium, I know. For those of you who know me on a personal level, you'd know I despise being online unless I absolutely have to be. So for those dear people who have been (incessantly, in some cases) asking for me to update, here's one that's about to shock you.
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I helped someone escape. That's all I'm going to say.
Christmas was a family- family relations affair. Lets just say I enjoyed myself substantially. The presents were pretty mediocre this year but I love the presents I got from my mum and father- a mirror in the old French designs and a Sheaffer Fountain Pen respectively. Affordable but very tasteful since it's stuff would use.
I've had a hectic day. Tomorrow's going to be just as eventful. I get to play tourguide with G and I'm getting N to tag along. Thinking of asking someone else along but I'm so uncertain. Argh, this overprotectiveness is wearing me out.
HAPPY (belated) CHRISTMAS & ALL THE BEST IN THE NEW YEAR DEAR READERS!
xx
The Author of this blog
Saturday, 11 December 2010 3:50 pm
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Since I've been requested to post an entry, a long one at that, I've decided I should. It has been long enough this sabbatical from being online. I've had an eventful week I must declare right up.. After being rightfully frustrated with the pendrive (containing all the photos that needed to be printed) screwing up on me, we took off to PSB to settle some alumni thing where I got around to talking to G for the longest time. I'm not going to discuss him here, I'm still pretty puzzled over our.. talks. Watched Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader (OMG BEN BARNES! :D) on Monday with the bbf at Cathay
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Tuesday was the best day of the week cos I got to finish 3 romance novels in a day (don't ask) and and AND I went for the epic nostalgia tinged Irish production RIVERDANCE at Marina Bay Sands Theatre with my father. AHHHHHH, RIVERDANCE! I go ballistic at the mere mention of anything Irish (and Scottish.. and Canadian.. and Australian) but this was traditional Irish singing and music and dancing! What's not to like. There were bits when I just closed my eyes and soaked in the soulfulness of the music. The dancers were undoubtedly phenomenal. The men were the best. This is also where my attention remained riveted on one man- Padraic Moyles. Ladies, he's married- to Niamh Eustace (dance in the troupe) or Niamh Collins (dance captain) I'm not sure.
Wednesday saw me nursing a hangover from Padraic's good looks and awesome Irish music. I stayed home and read more. Thursday was my busiest day. Had lunch with Qi at the newly-opened Nex at Serangoon (don't bother going until the buzz has died down) before heading off to a secret location to put in place a surprise. Hiked it back home with Qi to get ready for the PSB Alumni shindig at some sports bar. I must have still been in a very Irish- loving mood since I wore this really beautiful greenish silk top. Apologies, I don't see a connection to the statement myself.
Anyhoo, the day was pretty alright. So much for the reservations I felt. In fact I was the first to get a prize out of the lucky draw- a $20 voucher from Challenger! Met Shawn and Gabriel after eons too. Friday was my most contested day for meeting up with people. I had plans made when a dear friend texted that he'd landed in SG and we had to meet up. So it was decided on Thursday then Friday then cancelled then re-installed then cancelled and left to hang before postponing to Monday. This was all while I had another 2 requests to head out on that night. If you're reading this, I'll see you Monday! :D I eventually went for Walking with Dinosaurs with the cousin and loved it to bits. I've got tons of pictures and those who have me on Facebook will see it soon enough. (:
Gotta go pack (ohemgeee, it's 3.48! I leave at 4!) for Malaysia! OOPPPSSSSSS! See you all when I get back!
P.S: Mike: I miss you.
P.P.S: Gen: It's good to have you back soon.
Thursday, 25 November 2010 1:28 pm
The best day of my academic life
Since I don't go online as much when I'm home, I can't upload most of the pictures since the wretched internet at work is beyond my tolerance level. I will be working from home tomorrow (pheeeew!).. actually I'll be working from Nesh's or her aunt's place tomorrow so I might be able to stick the photos up here. (:
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For those who have grown tired of my lack of updates, you're in for a treat. I've had my convocation/graduation and I'm proud to say I've never been prouder of myself. It's surreal the experience. I've dreamed of walking up the stage with a whole lot of distinguished looking people in funny caps and cloaks (imagine the scene from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone where Harry walks in to the Great Hall and sees all the professors up on their seats) looking at you while you make your way over to the Chancellor (who in my case looks an awful lot like Dumbledore- sans the skinny frame) to shake hands (in my case, a few choice sentences as well) and take a photo with he-who-has-twinkly-blue-eyes and the much slogged over degree.
The process is one I'd gladly do all over again, even if it means doing another degree. The feeling is priceless. One sentence- "it's good to see you" took me aback. I wouldn't have thought he'd remember or even recognise me after a whole year has elapse. But looking into those blue eyes, other memories flooded in. Memories of another pair of bluish-green eyes that were yearning to be present to watch his best friend get her degree. I remembered you through the process, right from putting on the cloak to finally walking out of the conference hall. The bestest best friend's presence on that special day made it all the more memorable. I can't help but keep looking at the pictures. Each picture is filled with so much pride, delight and love that just gazing at them makes my heart sing.
One hurdle in life has been crossed. I want to take time off to think things through and plan what to do from there but external pressures don't seem to be very understanding, leaving me exasperated and lost. I want, need a break. A few months of not doing anything, not worrying about trying clients or job hunting or school searching or whatevs it is that comes at this juncture in life. I've proved myself to people that I usually wouldn't even bother about- the same people that can't even send a text or ring me up to say 'congratulations'. The jealousy shows through, even if their fake smiles try to hide it.
For all the amazing people that have helped me through this degree, here's many thanks and much love.
I love getting the biggest handmade bouquet of the day courtesy of mummy and daddy dearest. :D
Thursday, 18 November 2010 5:00 pm
And I would like...
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An ol' fashioned Victorian/ early Edwardian Romance with a serving of modern mentality.
Thank you.
Wednesday, 10 November 2010 11:45 am
wish upon a fighter jet
I'll let you in on a wee bitty secret. I'm very apt at at being an introvert and an extrovert- sometimes at the same time. However, there are two things I don't fancy; 1) eating out on my own and 2) having to talk to people I don't particularly want to talk to. Yes, Randy never fails to call me an assortment of nicknames for my quirkiness. Odd-ball and weirdo are just some of them.
In less sombre thoughtful news, I packed my own lunchbox (yes, I did- simple fare, no cooking involved) of a sandwich and sliced apples AND I saw not ONE but TWOOOO fighter jets landing just now! -BEAMS IN THE OFFICE even though this was over half an hour ago- I was standing out in the garden and watching the planes and their standard routines after take-off (they go right above my house) till I felt a tad dizzy and disoriented and went in to get ready for work. Then on the bus, while I was pondering over my friend's gran's death the day before yesterday, I heard the reverse thrust of the engine and lo and behold, out the window I see the gorgeous plane landing. I felt like my
heart had jumped out the cavity and was doing a crazy jig. I would have if not for the 20 odd other people on the bus. If you're smiling while reading this cos you know how crazy I am over planes- there's more.
5 minutes later and I see (I'm not gonna be looking in any other direction now am I?) another fighter coming in for a landing. 2 minutes later, it's going right over the bus and toward Paya Lebar train station. :D I wish they'd have F-15SG fighter planes on display at the airshow next year. Accompanying good lookin' pilots would be an added bonus. I miss being in a fighter plane! The feeling is indescribable... like going on a ride in Aladdin's magical carpet! :D
Tuesday, 9 November 2010 11:11 am
it's cominggggg! (:
I'm doing up yet another article and this time, I'm going through Christmas promos and the lot. It has just dawned on me that X'mas is little over a month away (depending when you, my dear reader, reads this post) and it's time to stop working so hard and to appreciate the season better. It would be much nicer if I was freezing my bum off somewhere (anybody say Canada or Scotland?) where it's winter and there are snowflakes dancing merrily in the air. My cousin is getting married in Canada and I was asked by my aunt to go along but because of my father's aversion to the cold and the excuse that I wouldn't be able to tolerate it, I'll be going for a SHORT trip to somewhere in Asia- again. I feel the annoyance starting to slip in as I type these words so I shall (for the betterment of those happy people) refrain from commenting further. I do have one question though. How would my dad know if I'd not be able to handle the cold if he doesn't let me go and try it oot for meself? This is one reason why I can't wait to get out of here and go off to Oz and do my own thing. That way, no one would know what I'm up to till I tell them. I don't fancy being sneaky but sometimes desperate maneuvers require desperate measures.
"Tis the season to be jolly.. tra la la la la la la la!"
Monday, 8 November 2010 5:58 pm
401!
To celebrate my 401st blog post, I shall do nothing special. I shall wish Natty a happy 20th. Prepare a to-do list for the very exciting month of November. Write a wee bitty about Diwali. Among other things.
As per the stickie on Aidan:
#1. 13 Nov- Paintballing!
#2. 16 Nov- Graduation gown collection
#3. 22 Nov- GRADUATION! :D
#4. 28 Nov- Punitha's 21st (I'm the emcee)
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There are all the Diwali visitings to do where the nosey relatives would want to know what I'm doing (education), if I have a boyfriend, what I plan on doing in life... and these are all repeat questions yearly. Pffftttt. I wish I could be rude sometimes. Might do the world a whole lot of good. I'm sure I get nods at this point.
I'm really excited about graduation, more so since the month where it happens is here. I'll be missing two very dear people who could turn up but can't cos they're 6, 305 km away from me and another because she's passed away. Arghh, life's unfair.
Anyhooo! I'll just have to take lots of pictures and vids! (:
Wednesday, 3 November 2010 11:07 am
need. a . break. now.
I feel like I'm going through burn-out. Like a really severe case. I'm no longer motivated to write or even think up interview questions. The train of thought yadda yadda is still there and all but I get this feeling of restlessness every time I'm tasked to write something. I do all the medical, educational and boring stuff that I "have expertise in" so I guess writing about something you don't want to write about but just want to know about is just not my thing.
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You're Jasmine!
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I've got 2 articles to write. I shall not disclose what I'm writing for since there are noseys online who have nothing else to do but check out who's Facebooking about their schools and stuff, pfftt. I just so badly want a break that I'm looking forward to graduation just so I get the day off and don't have to deal with sitting in front of a laptop getting finger rot from all that typing.
2 months in. I'm angsty and annoyed (yes, annoyed- it's the second marker on my anger spectrum) but I do get this feeling of liberation once I'm done. [Argh, just saw a roach run across the table] I just wish this will all get better cos on a personal level, I can't be strong all the time. I really REALLY need a break. NOW.
Tuesday, 2 November 2010 6:00 pm
boredom maketh the mind go a-wander
Don't get me wrong, I DO have stuff to do.. like HEAPS of stuff to do but I'm sick and I need something to keep me occupied to get through today.
I've decided to record the number of times I come into contact with a human being in my office. For those readers puzzled by this sentence, I'm cooped up on the third floor of a shophouse with the first two floor being a restaurant/cafe/pastry shop. My contact with people is limited at best.
10.16am: Greeted by Pat, walked up to office and got around to talking with Adam for a pretty long time.. say till close to 11? :D
11.35am: Walked down to go to the loo (first floor) and had Pat smile at me and Adam waved at me.
12.38pm: Aaron walked in and waved at me. Didn't get around to talking since I was on my moby.
12.45pm: Okay I know I'm complaining about being bored up here but of all the people to send up here You send DEE? Argh.
2.28pm: Randy popped in to "check up on you" and "wanted to make sure you got some human interaction". :D
3.37pm: Pat walked in to check out stuff at the table behind me.
4.25pm: Randy came in to hang out at the computer and chat with me a tad.
4.58pm: Jerry walks in muttering about something and asks me for a scrap of paper.
11:17 am
Princess Jasmine
So I did this Facebook quiz yesterday and I got the answer I knew I'd get but just to test it a wee bit, I did it again. I got Princess Jasmine- no doubt there. This is what the quiz said after the results were out.
You're Jasmine!
You're unsure of love and sheltered. You're as sweet as they come but have an outer strength that gives off a harsh attitude. Once you fall for someone though, the rough exterior quickly falls away and you're the most loyal and loving of companions.
It's uncanny how much I'm like Princess Jasmine. Aladdin has always been my favourite Disney movie of all time but my story doesn't seem to match it. It's ended up with so many variations and I know a fairytale will remain a fairytale but I'd like some belief in it to get me through. I want.. need my Aladdin now.
Thursday, 28 October 2010 5:12 pm
nuinsances
In my opinion, I think non-journalists or those who haven't even studied anything to do with journalism should not even bother trying to find out stuff on other people. Whoever you are, I don't plan on being nice to you when I see you- maybe even again.
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I'm not making excuses for why I don't blog or call or text or Facebook or email or Skype or all the other things that have made people more accessible to me. I merely have so much work to do that like yesterday, I burnt my Sunday working on all (there was more by the time I logged of based on pure exhaustion- emails are the worst things technology has given me) the work I brought home with me . Then there was the sprucing up of the house for Diwali.. and the meetings to attend, papers to sign, ballet, tuition, discovering I was to be the emcee at a friend's 21st and all those people to talk to on various issues ranging from blood disorders, possible homelessness, boyfriends being pains, etc etc. Oh and then there was trying to forget everything to do with D that happened over the week. Btw, I didn't go for his match. I'd admit, it did feel odd.. but my resolve was stronger. They lost. 3-1 to Tampines. Faey would have been happy. He's lost one loyal supporter.. or has he?
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Monday, 25 October 2010 3:40 pm
up to my eyeballs
I'm not making excuses for why I don't blog or call or text or Facebook or email or Skype or all the other things that have made people more accessible to me. I merely have so much work to do that like yesterday, I burnt my Sunday working on all (there was more by the time I logged of based on pure exhaustion- emails are the worst things technology has given me) the work I brought home with me . Then there was the sprucing up of the house for Diwali.. and the meetings to attend, papers to sign, ballet, tuition, discovering I was to be the emcee at a friend's 21st and all those people to talk to on various issues ranging from blood disorders, possible homelessness, boyfriends being pains, etc etc. Oh and then there was trying to forget everything to do with D that happened over the week. Btw, I didn't go for his match. I'd admit, it did feel odd.. but my resolve was stronger. They lost. 3-1 to Tampines. Faey would have been happy. He's lost one loyal supporter.. or has he?
Wednesday, 20 October 2010 4:08 pm
i want my friends here with me now.
In a conversation with the BBF: "You will find that one man who makes you hurl only cuz you're having his kid, not cuz he's got a disgusting character and taste in women". This is why I missed her so much during the week's ordeal. I wish M wasn't off in Scotland, G was back in Singapore already and D was getting here sooner! Hurry up with you people already! ):
Monday, 18 October 2010 1:21 pm
hate.
Its amazing how fast someone can totally un-appreciate what you've done for them. I've stayed up more nights waiting for assignments to be sent to me so that I could fill in the deets and submit the hardcopies the next day. I've taken on more work since his career seems to take centre stage. I've supported and cheered him on even when I knew he wasn't playing his usual game. I've signed the attendance register for him. I've taken on the can't-be-bothered attitude he's shown me. I've defended him against most of his detractors.Even when the odds were stacked against me, I fought for your preservation. You disregarded that and disregarded my attempts of ever trying to make things better between us-once and for all.
What do I get in return? Hate.
This is over, now and forever.
I forgive, but I never forget.
You should know if you're forgiven.. or not.
When you look back 10 years down the road with regret, I'd have forged a life for myself you'd envy.
I've always wished nothing ill of anyone, not even my enemies, but for you I have nothing to wish-anymore.
12:02 pm
It's time.
I'm turning my back on love. It's time.
1:40 am
re-opened chapter
If you've read my latest Facebook status, you'll know that my mood ranges at 'intolerable-at-best'. For those of you who don't know what the status is, here it is: Just when I thought the chapter of you was behind me, it's resurfaced with ill-feelings. I've been receiving friend requests from this one person who is so darn persistent in being my "friend". In truth, she's just out to spy on me and check up on her boyfriend. Loyal followers will know who the man in question is, those who don't, I'm sorry but I'm not willing to re-hatch those memories (you will prolly get a depth of the pain by reading past posts on this blog). It's annoying that she could even blatantly request for a 'friendship' and after 4 rejections on my part, send a message asking if there was something going on between him and me. I'm too exhausted and irate from digging up holes to stuff my longings, wishes and sudden feelings of hatred into and I wish this would all be something of the past.
All I really want now is a new man- a man without all the emo baggage and huge unbendable and unbreakable ego. Should I even bother replying the message? I'd rather she take D at his word, instead of asking MY FRIENDS (I'm SUPER PISSED AT THE FACT SHE TRIED TO ADD MY BEST FRIENDS TO TRY HER SNEAKY WAYS SINCE I WOULDN'T ADD HER) about what's going on between us. Is she trying her luck at making us hate each other? Cod for me, it's not going to work. I pray he's got some sense to remain impassioned. Monday blues are here again and I'll have an entire bus ride tmr to turn this over in my head. It's times like this I wish I had a strong pair of arms (ballet dancer Denis Terrasse would be a nice choice) to just hold me and rock away the grief and wipe away the tears. Just when I thought I could safely put this chapter away, life has different plans for me- as always.
Sunday, 17 October 2010 8:43 am
happy birthday babe!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GENEVIEVE LIM! It's beyond 'missing you' that I feel now. I do hope you have a blast today and that the smile you so badly need on your face is returned tenfold cos you totally deserve it. We WILL hit the place we love the moment you come back to Singapore and we'll continue from where we left off. Love you always baby! xoxo
Wednesday, 13 October 2010 5:46 pm
bad- good- fab?
This is what my day started out like: got out of bed with a migraine (it's where your head hurts and your tummy roils) and sinus attack (I had to wash my hair) and then rush out of the house only to realise it's 9.10 and there's no way i'll catch the 9.10 bus to work and the 9.25 bus would be too late. I had to be at work at 9.45 so the boss could pick me up. She texted just when I got to work that the meeting got postponed to 10.30 and that she'd come get me at 10 instead. She came at 10.20. In that brief 35 minute wait, I got to chat with Bryne, entertain delivery people from SFI (NOT part of my job scope) and have a roach run over my foot and climb up the wall next to me. That's when I facebooked about my not-too-good day.
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Then I got into my boss's uber-nice smelling car and her chatter got me happily entertained. The meeting with the editor of Teenage Magazine was pretty interesting. I've got SO much more work to do but at least it's teenage-related and for my brother and Awaq's poly, WHEEEE! Awaq, if you're reading this: YOU'VE GOT WORK TO DO! Jamie decided she needed a change of scenery (she just got back from Thailand by the way) and we headed off to East Coast Park for lunch. Pretty good food and we talked a bit more about the stuff she wants me to do.. and she got me BALLERINA RINGS FROM BANGKOK! LIKE IS SHE THE BESTEST BOSS OR WHAT?! I'm wearing one already. (: On our way back to drop me off at the office, she paid me as well (that's a long story I'm not going to say a word about). Feels weird to actually say "I got paid" but it sure feels good- especially since she said twas for "all your hard work". I'm super-duper proud of myself!
I'm off to celebrate HUi-en's birthday with her and the girls somewhere in town. Adios! :D