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We've decided on that unit in TP Planning Area. Although it's not in the heart of TP, but at least it's still in CR, which is good enough for me.

Will cost us $243,000 just for that unit. And that old unit will need alot of work. After all, we'll be the 2nd owner, so guess the works are really required. :) But it's worth it, because it will be OUR home. My very own. So there. ;p

Will have to fork out cash of $70,000 excluding renovation costs. Scary? Guess I'll just have to live with it. :) Can't wait to get the keys!

Happy New Year of 2008!

Random!

Working in where I am now is definitely not easy, with the heavy workloads which can sometimes leave you with a tightness in your chest. Although the pay is much higher here, but the stress levels are also much higher too. Although they always say that the private sector is bad, but believe me, working here isn't that much better. :) But everyone here never complains about the workload (maybe except for me, haha!), and goes about doing whatever it is that they are supposed to do.

The colleagues are the best bunch of people around. They really are. It's the people who make it all worthwhile. When you have to spend time together, working late together, coming back on Saturdays together, eating together... That kind of bond isn't broken so easily. People share experiences, share food, share concern. I'm glad I was posted to Central. Although I've heard lots of "horror" stories about my colleagues and ex-colleagues (who left before I joined) who got posted to my section, but I'm still really happy that I'm in this section.

This section is renowned about the crazy workload, though I'm sure the other sections must be as bad too. Heh. :) But really, I've seen how my DD, TL and other colleagues work. And it is crazy. But I feel honoured that they took me in as a fresh grad (I'm the only fresh grad in the section, all the rest of the new people went to other sections! So I'm the youngest, muahaha. -_-). Must be due to the fact that they feel I have a strong hold on my mental state (if only they knew!).

Darling gave me this dollar note the other day which made me really happy! If only he can give such notes to me everyday! Wahahaha! :) But it isn't the first time he's giving me such notes, but every time he gives other types of notes, so now I wish to inform him that I love this note that he just gave. The more the merrier please!

Mario, my tech support, came back from Hong Kong and got me this really cute nodding toy. Thanks Mario! Mrs Gui went to Korea and got me a really cute pen (and really good food!). I feel abit paiseh, 'cos everyone always give me food/presents. And because of that, I really wish to thank everyone.

This note is for Michelle:
Dear girl, you've been a wonderful colleague to me. You aren't just another colleague. You've always given me support and really valuable advice. Thank you so much! Enjoyed the mahjong session at your home the other day. Thanks for having us over and for that lovely and thoughtful X'mas present you got me! :) May we stay friends for ages (sounds so cliche, isn't it? ;p)

So many things have happened, that I really can't recall. But I need to go and book a holiday to Taipei/Korea for Hubby and I. :) Anyone wants to go with me?

Maymay and Wei Ling: I miss you both so much! I really, really miss the times we could just meet up anytime, anywhere. Ling ar!!! Come back quickly... *hugs*

Will update some other time!

One of the happenings in the happening URA.

You know, I never thought that working life would be this fun. No doubt, there were ups and downs, with the ups for the people and culture and the downs on the heavy workloads. But ultimately, I won't give up these people and this job. Love them all!

On Friday, we had a uniform party at the Naumi Hotel!!! The hotel manager welcomed us but waggled her finger when she saw that we weren't in our uniforms yet! Apparently, Clement (the MAN!) had given instructions that if we weren't in uniforms, we will not be allowed entry into the suite! (and yes, it was a SUITE that he booked, and the SUITE was so damn sweet!)

Naturally, we all moaned and groaned and said, "we've got our uniforms, but we need to get changed in the suite!" And shortly after, we were allowed to go up to our suite on the 3rd level, suite 304. Did I mention that this is the LUXURY suite? :D It was really luxurious. For those who likes to going hotels to stay can consider this hotel. Erm, please don't bring your mistresses there la! Must bring proper ladies (like wives, girlfriends). But the rates are really steep, it's a hefty 4-figure amount for ONE night's stay. :) So I guess not everyone can afford it. +_+ll

Clement welcomed us at the door and all the ladies (pretty girls!) were ushered into the beautiful toilet to get changed. The bathroom had terrycloth bathrobes, a set of toiletries fit for a queen, and a bathtub (those individual types) and a separate shower cubicle. Perfect!

After we got changed and mingled around, we had a real professional photographer who took individual mug shots of us! John was damn pro, and his camera tools and all were equally cool. That was how happening our party was man! (and yes, I note that I still sound high, because it was damn fun!)

And yes, I wore CHIJ uniform (always liked their uniform) instead of my TKGS uniform (so green!). Michelle wore her SCGS uniform which still had a bus ticket (40cents one, somemore) and a librarian badge. Karen, Mieko and Sonia were really hot! They looked like Japanese schoolgirls with their black stockings, short plaited skirts and their loosely-knotted ties. *Phweet!*

Adrain wore his really short-shorts from his lower secondary school days, Brian brought his lunchbox and drinks (Ribena + milk!), we even had a head prefect in the form of... my mentor Wan Lin (and yes, she really was a head prefect, k?)!

3 people were selected to go down to get Macdonald's in school uniform, and the professional photographer followed them. He took pictures all the way, and it was damn funny! :)

I really enjoyed myself, but as the pics are still with Michelle and Clement, I can't post them up yet. I'll edit this post again (for sure!).

Mushy!

I know, I know. I haven't been blogging for ages. But I've been enjoying being Mrs. Wong, you know. ;p

My colleagues do poke fun at me by addressing me as Mrs. Wong, but I know it's all in the name of good fun. And seriously, I guess I do enjoy being married. My parents are also quite happy, even though on the outside, nothing much appears to have changed.

Dave now calls Hubby, yi zhang, and really enjoys playing with Hubby (though I think the sentiment runs both ways).

We've been busy scouting for a new love nest in the form of a 4-room HDB flat. Going around viewing flats, looking for suitable units. Believe me, it really isn't easy deciding on which unit to get and where. We don't mind being located at the far ends of Singapore (simply because we've got our own tranportation means) but it must be somewhere we like.

But because we're going to get our own home, and property prices are really soaring high, Hubby and I must save up for the initial downpayment. As I've only just started work, and Hubby doesn't have CPF, we can't rely on our CPF savings at all (which is like less than $5,000 now)! So we need to use cash for our initial downpayment, which is about $70,000. *gasp* That can get me a decent car to drive (more than decent) to work! But of course, a home would be definitely more important than a car, for we already have 1 car (7-seater) and 1 van (5-seater, with nice pseudo-leather sofa at the back). So Hubby and I will be getting a 4-room HDB flat for sure, just that we haven't quite decided on the location. :)

Dad says we should go for a holiday, but I was quite apprehensive about an overseas trip at this point in time as work is piling up (although I can still blog! *haha*) He was suggesting that we return to Gold Coast (because it was really fun!) but Mom wasn't keen because apart from the theme parks (which we've already visited during March this year), there isn't much to do there. So, since Perth also has beaches (Fremantle), we'll probably go to Perth (though I've been there a dozen times when I was young 'cos Dad used to go on golfing trips there).

So... I'll be planning for a trip to Perth some time in February ('cos I can't take leave before then, due to work commitments)! Like right after Chinese New Year, and treat it like a mini-honeymoon (the actual one will be to somewhere much nicer/romantic)! Need to plan it well, so that Hubby will enjoy it. :)

My ROM photos are out! I'll blog about them when I'm free. I've actually developed all the photos. *hahaha*

Last night, I had the weird pains in the small of my back again. *sigh* It always comes during this time of the year, and the pain is excruciating. Hubby had to massage my back for me until I fell asleep (which was quite a loooooooong time), and after I fell asleep, he hugged me to sleep. He loves me!

And oh yes! Before I forget, I want to say I had a wonderful time with Maymay on Saturday. :) We sang K, ate chocolate tarts, enjoyed an ice-cream cone from Scoopz each, had dinner at the ECP's HK cafe, hung out till late and Hubby sent her home. We should have more quality time like such lazy weekends more often!

Hubby, thank you for loving me. *hugs* More and more and more, everyday. Forever. :D

I'm happily married now...

After all the worrying about how the event will turn out, I guess I can say it was quite successful. :) Special thanks to my wonderful helpers on that day! They deserve recognition for their efforts!

1. Michelle - Thanks for coming so early to ensure that everything was in place. Michelle was so sweet to have called me to check if the petals were supposed to be in a certain way! Thanks for making sure everything was perfect. And it was, thanks to all of you.
2. Shin Bin - Thanks for being there so early! I really, really appreciate it lots!
3. Winkie - Thanks for lending me your ang pow box and CD of baroque music! And for always helping me put my gown's train out properly!
4. Siying and Kai Ling - Although you both insist that you didn't do much, and I wasn't there to know what you did, but I still thank you both for making time to come down earlier just to help out. Thanks!

Thanks to all who came with smiles on their faces, and for congratulating me. Most of my guests were genuinely happy for me, and their well wishes really touched my heart. Even my boss came! And I must say, I was really happy and surprised to see him. His weekends are especially important, given his long hours at work. Thanks for coming! My colleagues too! They're so nice lor!

My family were also really sweet! Thanks for coming, my dearest relatives! :) Thanks Maymay, you were really pretty that day! Even Michael also said so! :) And he's not the only one. But you've always been pretty, just even more splendidly so on Saturday! Hope you had as much fun as I did! *hugs*I would say that generally everyone was smiling and having fun, but there was just one black face. Everyone asked me why the face was black, whose face was that, blah blah. And I just said, never mind, if not happy, also like that. Haha.

After being married to Darling, everything's pretty much the same. We're frantically looking for a home of our own now, hopefully within this area still. Not private though, but HDB, of course! We're looking for a 4-room HDB flat! *heh* Can't wait to get my very own home (though now I have my own room, own piano room and all, but still, it's my parents' home!) and decorate it with our love! Dad and Mom will stay with me, and we'll just rent out the current home and just earn the rent! :) Luckily Darling loves my parents as much as I do, so he's perfectly alright with staying with them too.

I'm on MC today, 'cos I'm running a fever. The fever comes on and off and at times I feel cold. Darling was so sweet, he covered me with a blanket before I slept. This morning, the moment he woke up, he touched my forehead to see if I'm feeling okay. And kissed my forehead before he tucked me snugly under my comforter. *heh* I felt so loved.

Being married feels good. He loves me lots, even more than when we were dating. I couldn't imagine that could be possible (because he already loves me quite bit), but now I know he loves me even more deeply. :)

ROM solemnisation!

My ROM is less than a week away! Darling and I have been so busy with work (and for me, amongst other stuff) that we haven't managed to speak to each other yet. I must really check on the things that we have to do.

Monday, 19 November 2007

1. Call the Arts House and ask them when I can go down and have the rehearsals.
2. Prepare the script for my emcees.
3. Do up the programme for the ROM solemnisation.
4. Confirm with them the photoframe that will be displayed.
5. Confirm the timing that I can be there at on Saturday.
6. Call Thai 1827 to confirm the food that will be catered.
7. Check if Darling's cousin will be the ring bearer.
8. Apply for marriage leave.

Wednesday, 21 November 2007

1. Call Woodsville florist to confirm the flowers for decor and the corsages for my helpers.
2. Go to ROM for the verification of the documents.
3. Call Mr Chan K.Y. after we verify the documents.
4. Get my measurements done at Julia Wedding News.
5. Prepare the rings with the nice ring pillow.
6. Ask Winkie if I can borrow her ang pow box.
7. Check the songs that I want to be played while my guests are arriving, and for my march-in as well.
8. Prepare guestbook for guests' signature and attendance.

Friday, 23 November 2007

1. Collect the gowns and suit from Julia Wedding News.
2. Call the various parties (caterer, venue operator, florist) to confirm the details.
3. Go for manicure and pedicure.
4. Check to see if rehearsal for today is possible.
5. Confirm that Dad and Mom's suit and dress ready.
6. Inform my pretty ladies on certain instructions for the party on Saturday.

I'll add in more, but I left my useful manual at work. Will have to double-check on Monday then!

Oh yeah, before I forget, here are some of the no-nos at my party:

1. Please don't give me presents because my mom will definitely throw them away. (Those who know me well will know that this is a fact.) But gold jewellery is fine. *hahaha*
2. Those who come in fully black attire will be turned away, for sure. It is alright not to comply with the colour theme entirely, but it is inexcusable to turn up clad in black. You will not be allowed entry.
3. No bawling children allowed at the solemnisation. If the children turn rowdy, I would appreciate if you can bring them out of the Blue Room to pacify them first before joining us for the high tea buffet.
4. Please do not bring your partners if I did not specify that you can bring as my other guests would have less food to eat. But if your partners are people I already know, or if you've informed me beforehand, they are most welcomed to join. :) If the invite wrote your name as well as your partner's name, please be there! I look forward to seeing you.
5. As I have quite a number of guests and the room capacity does not allow for seating for all guests, please be understanding and allow the elderly or those with children to occupy the limited seats available.
6. Please do not start eating until the emcees have informed that you can start attacking the food. (courtesy la.)
7. As my parents (and myself) are rather superstitious, please inform me if you've had any 白事 in the family or you've recently gotten married/had a baby. I'm sorry, I would have to inform you that you would not be able to attend. My sincere apologies.
8. No flirting with my husband! ;p

Okay, gotta go to Woodlands now! Will update this post on Monday when I look at my little handbook. :)

Weekend updates

I really need to blog more often for I realise that I’ve got (slight) dementia. Perhaps it’s a short-term amnesia thing, but I do recognise that my memory is failing. *eeks* I did blog about the KTV session with Maymay and Darling last Wednesday. I believe my last update was up till Friday, when I was still at work.

After work, at about 7pm, Wan Lin (my mentor!) and I went on a site visit to our planning area. We walked about the areas we need to observe before heading to this quaint little café which has amazing cheesecake! We shared a blueberry (my absolute favourite!) cheese-pie and Nutella ice-cream! It was sinfully good. She had an orange juice and I had lime. To say the place was one of its kind wouldn’t be an overstatement. The small garden at the back was cosy and had this spiral staircase leading up to a ‘tree-house’ like pavilion on the third level. You have to go there to be able to comprehend what I mean. *sigh* But although we both had cameras with us, it simply didn’t occur to me that I should be snapping away! -_- But the place was really nice. Think it’s called Domus Café. It’s along Owen Road. :)

Saturday was spent lazing around at home until… 3pm? I left home for Bishan Junction 8 for my session at Marie France Bodyline. It’s my third session there and it’s the most painful one so far! *sian* But of course, I can’t say that I didn’t feel pampered. ;p Everyone there kinda waits on you. They put on and take off your robe for you, and also every time you go there, you get a complimentary hand paraffin treatment. Talk about prima donna treatments! I pay the price for such luxury treatments… -_- Travelled with Maymay to Bugis where she met Huizhen and I met up with dearest Pei Jie for dinner at Bugis.

That sweet girl gave me my meh meh (finally!) and a treat at Sakae Sushi. I am so proud of you, girl! I love meeting up with you, somehow you make me feel happy! Thanks for the wonderful meal and great time I had with you that evening!

Darling came to join us at about 9pm, and we had dinner (for me again!) at Fish & Co again! We had that on Thursday, and he liked the Seafood Platter for Two so much that he wanted to go again the next day. But Mommy had her way: we went to Thomson for dinner on Friday instead. *hehe* But Darling got to enjoy his seafood on Saturday! After that, I was pretty tired from my session at Marie France so we went home whereby I promptly feel asleep!

My room’s air-con unit was spoilt, and it started leaking. So Darling got his friend to come in and repair it for us. Dad wanted his to be serviced too, so we spent 2+ hours waiting for our air-con units to be put back to good use. :) In the meanwhile, Mom and I started on the invitation cards! I like them, so pretty and nice! Those who received my invites, please take good care of them k? I spent effort on it… Played mahjong and had dinner at Woodlands, before going home where I continued working on my invites. Slept at 11pm and Darling wasn’t even home yet. He worked the whole day. :( He came home and woke me up when he kissed my cheek and pulled the comforter over me. *sweet!*

So now I’m back at work. And oh, did I mention I’ve got a terrible flu? Yeah, I’m really down with flu. -_- I do hope I recover soon, in time for my ROM.

Darling doesn’t have time to go on a short trip with me. Think he’s really busy with work these days, guess I should be more understanding. But Mommy and Daddy have plans for us to go for a short trip next year March. Perhaps we can go to either Korea, Japan, Shanghai or the States. Depends on the number of days we can afford to be away from work. Dad’s quite the workaholic, so is Mom. Darling’s a heck of a workaholic too. He really amazes me. I’m really quite impressed by his drive. :) And not to say, I’m really proud of him too.

Dad and Mom have been the perfect parents. They never scold me when I throw tantrums. Thanks for being so understanding! I love you both. *hugs*

Oh yah! We’ll be going to Geylang for our sectional outing later! I’ve got amazing colleagues and the most fabulous boss. :) Hopefully there’ll be more pictures later! Will try to upload some whenever I can.

Gotta go back to work! *waves*

I miss TCM!

Yeah dude, you deserve an entire blog entry dedicated to you! I miss the conversations we had, with your dry humour and what-nots. *sigh* Why did you have to go and work in Shanghai?! It's damn sian not to have you telling the the brutal truths, your forthright comments and definitely the bluntness when you tell me certain things. You sure don't mince your words.

I know you're working till late over there, but do take care of yourself yeah? Still wish you could attend my ROM solemnisation, it just doesn't feel right without you!

This is going to sound realy cliche, but let's stay friends forever, yeah? Come back soon... I wanted to visit you end of this month, but SM can't seem to take time off his work. *haha* So we'll have to wait till he's free. Doubt he'll like it if I went there on my own to visit (even with Liyun around). -_-

Take good care of yourself, dude!

Boring updates!

I've got to go on site later, and I'm pretty tired. *haha* But I feel that I haven't done much work today. -_-ll So I really should go out and settle the things that I really need to do. :)

Let's see what I've been up to:

Monday evening - first session at MFB!!! I felt so pampered. :)

Tuesday - on urgent leave

Wednesday - Work. May came to meet me at my office and we had dinner. Darling then came to pick us both up and we headed to AMK Hub! Darling had his dinner before we headed for KTV at K Box. It is really expensive to sing K on a public holiday eve. *sigh* Just the 3 of us and we spent... $105? :s I should stop spending money like drinking water. But 'cos Darling seldom indulges himself, I thought I really should let him do what he enjoys.

It was quite funny, 'cos we were done at about 3am, and I was quite delirious by the time we sent May home. I was trying really hard to keep awake, because I felt that it wasn't fair for Darling to drive alone while I was sleeping. So I forced myself to keep talking. -_-lll Until at one point of time, I was sleeping - pause- talking - pause- sleeping, and all my sentences were incoherent! Darling was like, "urm, do you know what's you're talking about? How come I don't understand a word?" And I finally fell asleep.

Thursday - Darling and I slept till about 2 in the afternoon, and I awoke to Dave knocking on my door. I had a grouchy look on my face, bad breath and hair all over my face. But sweet little Dave still gave me a hug and a kiss when he saw me. I love you so much, my little darling!

Friday - Back at work. Need I say more? :p But I'm going to go out with Darling and May tonight! I don't care... I need help with writing my invites! *faints*

Okay, back to work now! :)

Over the weekend!

On Saturday, I met up with Ling and Daniel. Our date was supposed to be at Waraku, Starhub Centre, 12noon. And I woke up at 12.45pm! *faints* I'm so sorry, my dear friends! Thanks for waiting for me though. Ling, I really appreciate you walking me to the MRT. :)

Saturday was probably the day that I took the most number of times of public transport since early this year:

1. Bus 2 to Lavender MRT Station;
2. MRT to Somerset MRT Station;
3. MRT to Ang Mo Kio MRT Station;
4. Bus 25 to Hougang

But thereafter, Dad and Mom came to pick Maymay and I from the hairdresser's! After meeting Ling and Daniel, I went to meet Maymay at AMK. We walked to the fortune-teller's and had our names analysed. Following the fortune-telling session, we went to June's for a hair makeover! We had our hair dyed with treatments, and May had a hair-cut too! Thanks Dad and Mom for picking us up!

We went back to Woodlands after that, where I won $39 from the mahjong table. -_-ll Darling came to pick me up and we headed home. I started on my invitation cards: using Photoshop. I'm really not adept at such design software. *hahaha* Stayed up till 5.30am, just to think about what words to use and the font/size, blah blah.

Slept at 6+ in the morning and woke up promptly at 8.20am to prepare for our road trip to his hometown. The trip was uneventful, just like a normal trip back to his house. His nephews are all pretty grown up... but when kids get together, it's simply too scary! But I still believe in using the "soft" approach with kids. :)

Darling understood that I was really grouchy due to my lack of sleep. So even when I lost my temper in front of everyone else, he gave in to me without a word. So sweet of him, though he's the main reason why I got upset. *wahaha* He likes to dilly-dally the time away and together with my short fuse combined with lack of patience is like a violent chemical reaction. But still, he gave in to me (as usual).

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Grabbed this from Michelle's blog. Just wanted to see what Darling has matched up to. *hehe*

Tips for Guys to love your girl

When she walks away from you mad[ Follow her ] *most of the time*

When she stares at your mouth[ smile...then kiss her ] *he asks if he's got something between the teeth*

When she pushes you or hit's you[ hug her tight ] *make the cartoon action of a boxer, but still allows me to punch him hard*

When she starts cursing at you[ say i love you ] *points middle finger at me, 'cos I always do that to him! -hahaha-*

When she's quiet[ hold her hand and ask what's wrong ] *yes, he does. :)*

When she ignores you[ act cute so she'll notice you ] *yes, he does that ALL THE TIME!*

When she pulls away[ Pull her back ] *he will, and he'll also hug me tight*

When you see her at her worst[ tell her you love her and she still looks amazing ] *he loves it when I look ugly. -_-*

When you see her start crying[hold her...ask her what's wrong] *checked! he does that.*

When you see her walking[ approach her..give a kiss on the cheek ] *he's too traditional, but he'll always reach for my hand.*

When she's scared[assure her you're not goin to leave her ] *he holds me tight in his arms and tells me he loves me*

When she lays her head on yourshoulder[ tilt your head too..and hold her hand ] *yeah! he does this!*

When she steals your favorite hat[ let her keep it] *he got no hat, but usually he wants to share the last fishball in the fishball noodles with me.*

When she teases you[ Tease her back and make her laugh ] *checked, but I get angry. hahaha!*

When she doesnt answer for a long time[ reassure her that everything is okay ] *he'll wonder and ask me what's wrong.*

When she looks at you with doubt[ Back yourself up ] *he rolls his eyes and say I'm thinking too much*

When she says that she likes you[ she really does more than you could understand ] *he'll say he loves me very much too. and that he's cute. -_-*

- Stay on the phone with her even if shes not saying anything. *he'll get upset*

- When she's mad hug her tight and don't let go *yup, done.*

- When she says she's ok don't believe it, talk with her *he'll sleep!!!*

- Call her at 12:00am on her birthday to tell her you love her *he was with me all the time... and said he loves me at midnight sharp!*

- Call her before you sleep and after you wake up *erm, no need la.*

- Treat her like she's all that matters to you. *yes, he does it all the time. even after 7 years*

- Tease her and let her tease you back. *he's good with that.*

- Stay up all night with her when she's sick *he's stayed up all night for me before. ALL NIGHT.*

- Watch her favorite movie with her or her favorite show even if you think its stupid. *hmm, he doesn't!*

- Give her the world. *i don't want the world*

- Let her wear your clothes. *can't fit properly, too big!*

- When she's bored and sad, hang out with her. *i'm seldom bored and i don't want to be sad. but yes, he's always there for me.*

- Let her know she's important. *most of the time*

- Kiss her in the pouring rain. *for what? will only get sick*

- When she runs up at you crying, the first thing you say is: "Who's ass should i kick, babe?" *he didn't say exactly that, but he'll ask: 谁欺负你？"*

He's the sweetest hubby (at least he is to me, who cares about the others!) and I still love him, more everyday!

P.S. If you think I'm "hao-lianing" my own hubby, then don't bother reading my blog and getting angry k? Like Michelle say, THIS IS MY BLOG AND I CAN WRITE WHATEVER I LIKE IN IT!

I've been a bad little girl, being very bad-tempered to my parents. But Dad and Mom are still so sweet to me. *sigh* Will try to curb my temper and tantrums more! Love you both... *hugs*

An account of what I did on Halloween!

The day started out nice and bright and happy! Darling and I fell asleep on my bed together again. -_-ll And we were both so tired that we didn't pull the comforter over us! We both snored soundly (I'm assuming we both did, because I seriously think I was that tired till I snored!). Darling woke up in the middle of the night and pulled the comforter over me and then himself. :) So sweet of him! It really made me feel that he loves me alot, especially when he kissed my forehead before going back to sleep. But I must say, I need a bigger bed. We were both sleeping in a constrained space, with our arms and legs all flung over each other's. *wahaha*

Darling drove me to work on Halloween morning because it was on his way and he wanted us to have breakfast together (which we haven't done so for ages! 'cos weekend mornings are spent lazing in bed!). It was really nice to have the day start out with a lovely breakfast with Darling. But either way, my weekday mornings are usually good 'cos Dad sends me to work everyday! *heh* I get to sleep late in the mornings and he never grouches at having to wait for me! Thanks Dad! :D So I'm really lucky to have the love of the two most important men in my life. *grin*

Work was alright, hectic as usual. We had our Deepa Raya celebration though! Thought we did relatively okay for that. Well done, everyone! :) Michelle, you deserve the praise. Sorry I couldn't help out much 'cos Central was rushing for erm... you-know-what.

After work, Dad and Darling had to work late. So Mom and I went to meet the ROM solemniser (Mr Chan!) at the Borders' Bistro. Mom and I met up at City Hall before travelling to Orchard together. I love these mommy-daughter shopping sessions too! I love you Mom! We looked at books at Borders before heading for the Bistro. We had the calamari at the Bistro while waiting for Mr Chan. Mom loves calamari like I do! It must be in the genes. :)

After meeting Mr Chan and getting the letter of consent from him, Mom and I went shopping at Isetan! I didn't want to get clothes because Mom felt that we should have Maymay around when we do that ('cos she's got fantastic taste in clothing)! We must go shopping together, my dearest girlgirl! I got Mom a lipstick from Shiseido! She didn't want anything else. :( But Mom was so cute, she was quite encouraging for me to get facial products for myself. -_-

So I did! Remember the last time I visit Shiseido? I bought the basics: cleanser, softener, day moisturiser/sunblock, night moisturiser and toner! So this time round, I made sure I got the full range. I'm not so sure whether it's the full range already, but here's what I've got!

1. Cleanser
2. Softener
3. Day moisturiser
4. Night moisturiser
5. Toner

New items added include:

1. Masks (I think it's over-priced but I have faith it'll do wonders for my skin. *heh* $100 for 6pcs leh! Must do wonders lor! Cannot even use it multiple times...)
2. Massage cream ($90! But it promotes blood circulation and will brighten up my skin!)
3. Serum (This is the most expensive, but the least amount in terms of ml!!! It's one small tiny tube for $159!!! *faint*)

So now I have 8 pretty bottles and tubes all sitting prettily on my vanity top! *wahaha* I love my Shiseido. *tsk tsk* But Michelle! You converted me to become a spendthrift for facial products! :) But I'm really glad that I got my Shiseido.

Mom wants to go to the States for a holiday, and we're thinking of going during March. But I'm not sure if I will be able to go on leave during that period of time as work will be piling up. *sigh* But I think, at the very least, I'll bring Mom and Dad to Korea + Shanghai or Japan/Hokkaido. She's been to Japan before with Dad and with me (twice), but we've never managed to go as a family before (cos Dad had to work)! So this time round, I really hope we can go. :)

I want to buy my own home... But resale flats are too expensive! Not worth buying at all. I might as well buy a small freehold terrace house with the same amount that an AMK 5-room flat fetches. :)

Okay, going back to work! :)

Going home later everyday...

Did I ever mention that Dad and Mom picks me up from work every evening? Sometimes, when I get to go home earlier, Dad will pick me up first and we'll head for Mom's office to fetch Mom before heading for dinner.

Everyone thinks I'm pretty spoilt; I can't deny that I'm quite fortunate to have Dad sending me to work everyday. :) And when I work late, Dad and Mom will wait very patiently for me to knock off work. These few nights have been pretty crazy with everyone staying till quite late in the office.

Random stuff*

My ROM date is getting nearer and nearer! I'm really excited! :) Darling is also anticipating the day we are getting married! I want to get a new bling bling!

Mixed feelings...

On Saturday, I was really happy to have been able to meet up with Yiping, Yilin and AY! We went shopping from VivoCity to Bugis for Yiping's wedding. I was looking forward to being her 姐妹 for her wedding. We couldn't find anything that fitted me well ('cos I'm too fat!) so we had to travel to Bugis Village to find the perfect "Chomel" dress for me! We travelled around in Dad's car (thanks Dad!), and had dinner at the Geylang Lorong 13 肉骨茶 and the really "home-made" home-made barley which had the "homely" taste. I must say that I realise how much I miss these people. *sigh*

After dinner, we drove around Geylang and AY "briefed" us on where the "pretty girls" are. I almost knocked into some guy when I drove us around. -_- Too busy staring at the girls! *wahahaha* We went to my house after that, and Yiping and I had a good catching-up session. I miss you so much, girl!

On Sunday, I went to the temple to ask if Darling and I could attend Yiping's wedding. Apparently, we can't go because 喜冲喜 and it'll be bad for both couples. I was really disappointed, but I'd rather have Yiping and Bernard being really 幸福, and that's my own way of showing that I care. Still wish to be part of the fun leh! She can't come for my ROM too. *sob*

Oh, I forgot to add. I'm still in the office! -_-lll Nice Soi Moy gave me a pair of 寿桃! So sweet, right? I have such nice colleagues... :)

I'm pretty stressed about alot of things, and it's causing me to lose sleep. +_+lll I will try to sleep earlier tonight!

Darling is waiting for me to go home for dinner...

7 years and still in love...

Yesterday marks the 7th year that Darling and I have got together! :) Through the years, we argued, bickered and fought our way through the major differences we had. Yet, we also kissed and made up on the day we had our disagreements. We seldom bring our unhappiness to the next day. That, I guess, would be the secret to our relationship.

We didn't have the time to have an elaborate celebration for our anniversary and Darling felt bad that he had to work so late on such a special day. He promised me that he would make it up to me somehow. :) Let's see what he'll do! *wahhaha* But it really doesn't matter that much to me already, unlike when I was much younger. I used to get really mad when he didn't get me flowers on our anniversary, or that he didn't plan anything special. But now, I have come to treasure the honest, down-to-earth man he is. For me, as long as my husband can put me before himself, that is more than enough. Guess I'm just easily contented. *heh*

Btw, Dad reads my blog! *waves* :) Love you lots!

Okay la, I'm feeling quite tired already. No mood to continue blogging... I'm going to 'chase' my photographer to upload the pictures... *wahaha*

ROM!

I was supposed to be on PM leave today, which means that I get to leave the office at 12.30pm. But unfortunately, my MP08 review with my Dir. took a longer time than expected and it ended at 2pm. *sigh* Following that, I had to complete my draft report for my Dir. to clear. So I left office at about... slightly off 3pm?

I took a cab directly to Bugis to get the dress for my photo-shoot, which was at 5.30pm. Here’s the total damage done during my less-than-an-hour long shopping spree:

I had wanted to get TopShop / Dorothy Perkins dresses, but none suited what I was looking for. What I had in mind was a wispy, summery white spaghetti-strap dress that reaches my knees. But sad to say, due to time constraints, I succumbed to the temptation and bought 2 dresses which were both really ordinary.

White/Light grey/Grey spaghetti top - $26.90
Green/White Spaghetti dress - $39.90
Darling’s TopMan normal tees – 2 for $29
Darling’s TopMan long-sleeve shirt - $59
Diva pearl necklace - $23
False eyelashes - $6

Without a blink of an eye, I spent $183.80 just like that. -_-lll But it’s okay, I think Darling looks real good in a TopMan long-sleeve shirt, so it’s really worth it. J

Right after that, I took a cab back home, where Darling was already bathing and getting ready. He changed into his white shirt and looked so handsome! But I shall not detract any element of surprise from the photo-shoot! I must say that Terry is a real good photographer. All the pictures looked quite professional. I was really blur, and forgot to buy some flowers to include in the photos.

Daddy says it’s okay, because flowers in bridal photographs are too clique, so he insisted that I still go ahead with it. *heh* The photographs looked pretty good though! I can’t wait to get them! Will probably be seeing the raw products in a couple of days before choosing which ones I want edited, and subsequently, to see which ones I want to use for … *yeah!*

Darling and I… aren’t very good at posing, but we had fun at East Coast Park. I’m really very happy!

ROM Guestlist!

My current confirmed guest list:

1. Wan Lin
2. Winkie
3. Joe
4. Grace
5. Lee Gek
6. Chow
7. Uncle Seah
8. Soi Moy
9. Ignatius
10. Shin Bin
11. Cynthia
12. Shin Bin
13. Michelle
14. Daniel (Michelle's bf)
15. Benjamin
16. Kai Ling
17. Siying
18. Eva
19. Yiping
20. Simin
21. Haohao
22. Yilin
23. Jojo
24. Alvin
25. Sipei
26. E jie
27. Aloysius
28. Michael
29. Alicia
30. Alex
31. Yiting
32. Yiting's mom
33. Pei Jie
34. Hui Ling
35. Hui Zhen
36. Fang jie
37. Fang jie's partner
38. Chela
39. Chela's partner
40. Jack
41. Jack's parter
42. Elly
43. Elly's partner
44. Shu Ying
45. Shu Hui
46. Shu Hui's hubby
47. Shu Ling
48. Shu Lian
49. Darling's youngest aunt
50. Darling's cousin
51. Darling's cousin
52. Darling's mom
53. Darling's grandmama

Those who have not been confirmed (either because I haven't asked 'cos they are close relatives, or if they have not given their reply yet.)

1. Bert
2. Vivian
3. Christina
4. Cynthia
5. Teck Min
6. Mario
7. Su-Jan
8. Changmei jie
9. 2nd Aunt
10. 3rd Aunt
11. Uncle
12. Wei Liang kor
13. Bao Hua jie
14. Kenny kor
15. Bao Zhen jie
16. Wan Jie jie
17. Donovan kor
18. 5th Aunt
19. 5th Uncle-in-law
20. Flora
21. Edmund
22. 6th Aunt
23. 6th Uncle-in-law
24. Yu Heng
25. Yu Xuan
26. 2nd Uncle
27. 2nd Aunt-in-law
28. Bernard kor
29. Donald kor
30. Michelle jie
31. 3rd Uncle
32. 3rd Aunt-in-law
33. Grace
34. Win
35. Faith
36. Angel

Tentatively, this is my guestlist. Do let me know if I missed anyone out, yeah? :) Some I have asked, but they are unable to make it, so I have not reflected them here.

Actually, I realise that I don't really want these people at my party:

1. YQ
2. A

Cannot name them out, but still, I'd rather not have them at my ROM solemnisation. 'Cos only those with class can come! *wahahaha*

Okay, that's all I wanna say! :)

ROM!

Wow, time really flies... It's about a month more till Darling and I walk down the aisle together and receive blessings from our friends and relatives. I must say that I'm quite lucky to have support and help from all these people (hope I don't miss anyone out, and no, it's not in any order of preference k?):

1. Maymay (of course!!!)


2. Darling :)


3. Winkie


4. Michelle Ng


5. Kai Ling


6. Siying


7. Pearl


8. Shin Bin


9. Hui Yi


10. My parents

*Post-note: Daddy just gave me and Mom a $20 note each! It's the new $20 note (not-so-new) that celebrates Brunei and Singapore's currency (for having the same value) for 40 years! *yeah* Dad is so sweet. :) We just went to Poppy florist at Holland V together, and had Sushi Tei. I really enjoy these father-daughter hanging-out sessions with Dad. *beams*

Finally, most of my ROM details are settled already! Michelle was very nice and asked me roughly how much of ang pow money will be needed to help cover the costs. So sweet right? :) So I shall give a hint of how much I've spent already k? Just the food + venue (not including the decoration of the room) will take close to about $8,000. :) That's how much I have already exceeded my budget. -_-ll It's scary how much of Darling's moo-lah I have spent. *eeks* But he thinks our solemnisation venue has enough class, and only that is fit enough for his wife-to-be. I'm so lucky! :)

I am going to calculate my costs again 'cos I have exceeded the $10,000 mark already. -_-ll Really need to re-look at it. *sigh*

Life's ups and downs...

I experienced life’s ups and downs in a day. Yesterday.

In the morning, my colleague Soi Moy was really sweet! She bought me 2 packets of organic soya bean milk, and told me of its health benefits. :) Thanks for being so nice, Soi Moy! Then I went out for lunch with Michelle, Chow and Siying at this nice coffeehouse and had a set lunch of pan pacific dory fillet! Chow and I then headed for the quaint little shop that sells very nice ‘beh teh soh’.

We then headed back to the office for my SPRM item later in the afternoon. But it turned out to be an entire FLOP. I shall not talk about that, for it’ll only get me depressed. I worked late, so I left the office at about 9pm at night. Darling came to pick me up from work. The minute I stepped into the car, I burst into tears. Darling was a little shocked, but as he was on the phone with his sister, he couldn’t ask me what it was that had upset me so much. He quickly hung up the phone and turned his attention to me. He was so sweet, he asked me what it was that has made me so upset, and asked who bullied me. -_-ll But as I was too distraught, I nearly couldn’t manage to utter a word. Darling just kept driving, and I just kept crying. He went straight to East Coast Park, and finally parked there. He drew me into his arms, held me tight and that made me sob even harder.

Darling patted me on my back and hugged me tight. He kissed my forehead and told me that if I really find that my current job is too stressful, or if I’m really unhappy, he really wouldn’t mind if I stayed home and just relax. He would rather work harder so that I don’t have to be so hard on myself. And my tears just wouldn’t stop. How in the world did I get so lucky? I will thank my lucky stars every night.

We went to ‘da bao’ our dinner from Punggol Nasi Lemak, because I had the craving for Munchy Donut. So Darling gave in to all my whims last evening. He was very tired, but he still hugged me to sleep. In the middle of the night (it was about 4am), he woke up to check on me, and pulled the comforter to keep me warm and snug. I woke up too, and I held his face in my hands and gave him a kiss on the lips.

When we woke up this morning, we were both really tired. But he cupped my face in his hands and scolded me gently when he saw my eyes all red and swollen. I never thought being scolded could feel this good. -_-ll

Really. Although I had the worst time at work yesterday, but I know that no matter what happens in the future, I will always have Darling next to me. We can survive the tough times together, and bask in our love for each other. I love you, Darling!!!

I love your ability to chase my worries away, to hold me tight in your arms and make everything seem so trivial, to listen to me every night and whisper in my ear that you love me. I’m glad we talk every night, and I want to this to be the same for the rest of our lives. We’re getting married, and our love is simply growing stronger. It’s still as sweet as it was 7 years ago, if not, even sweeter. We call each other on the phone every lunch time, we hug each other before going to work, we kiss good night every night, we say “I love you” to each other all the time, we comfort each other in difficult times… We must be together forever.

P.S. Ling, I didn’t reply your sms ‘cos I was really feeling quite terrible at work. Sorry! :)

Happiness is when...

I had my MP08 review with my Director last Thursday. Sweet Michelle gave me a packet of rice snacks to cheer me on, along with a "trouble-free" mask and her well wishes. Thank you, girl! You made my day, really. :) I'm sure my session with Director went well because of your support and encouragement. Winkie was super duper fabulous too. She even e-mailed me before I went into the workroom for the briefing. Thank you, girls! :)

Friday was a super nice day too! Went out with Maymay and Wei Ling! Haven't met the both of you together for a looooooooongest time. Before meeting up with both of them at Raffles City, I had to go to The Arts House to make payment for my venue. Had a nice time with them at Suntec's Siam Kitchen (don't eat there! The 4 of us paid close to $100 just for a simple dinner! *tsk tsk*), before going to Bishan Park and finally settling at Liquid Kitchen in Serangoon Gardens.

Saturday was spent lazing around at home before heading down to Woodlands for mahjong session (actually, something happened in between this time which I don't really want to talk about. nothing happy though. But I wanna apologise to my darling-est PJ for being Ms. ever-understanding. *muacks* will explain to you more when we meet up! I got something nice for you leh! Though you forgot my meh meh!)! Sunday was more fruitful...

Darling and I woke up relatively earlier than usual (which means that we woke up at around... 11+? *heh*) and Dave came to visit! I love him, the cute little boy... Then Darling and I headed to Toa Payoh for lunch, where we ate all sorts of nonsense, from Old Chang Kee, MOS Burger, some bread shop, JollyBean (or was it Mr. Bean?), etc. After lunch, we went to the various jewelers to shop for our rings.

We finally decided on Soo Kee! :) That's where Darling bought me my first diamond ring! (Cos he usually don't believe in buying rings until we're getting married. +_+) We purchased a Switzerland solid ring for Darling ($808) and a half-carat ring for me (cannot put the price here or else I will definitely get a scolding from Mom!). I promised Darling I will not spend any more money on our ROM solemnisation ceremony already. :( Discounting the rings, I've already busted the budget already! I've spent at least $8,500 and that doesn't include the rings and decoration fees. And most of it is spent on the food and the venue, 'cos I managed to get good deals for my ROM package and photography (though I still feel I paid too much for the package. *hmph*)

I love you, Darling! Not just because you bought me a big bling bling, but because you love me so much. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to love you for the rest of my life... :)

I hate chocolates.

I get really pissed off by W. If given the opportunity, I'd much rather work with Winkie and Michelle. W's trying so hard to shine, that W just speaks at every occasion, whether W is required to speak or not.

So frustrating!!!

Diamond rings...

Darling doesn't want to buy me a diamond ring. :( He thinks it's a waste of money, and would rather buy gold jewellery of a similar value than to buy me an huge rock set in platinum. *sigh* But yes, I do see the logic behind it. After all, gold's price has risen rapidly in a few years, almost 90% increase since we first met.

So I've decided that something simple would be enough for our ROM solemnisation. :) No real need for an engagement or a proposal ring with a ping-pong ball, because that'll just be for show to my friends/family. We've come so far as a couple, that these don't matter anymore. But of course, that doesn't mean I wouldn't want one in the future! ;p Maybe for our first anniversary, or when he proposes for the traditional wedding. After all, our relationship isn't exactly a very conventional one! :)

We're contemplating on making a huge investment. Will have to discuss further before I blog about it! :)

Feeling quite tired, so I'm going to bed now. Realise that this blog entry sounds incoherent. But never mind. At least, it'll reflect how disjointed my thoughts are these days. *wahaha*

Our ROM Solemnisation!

I've confirmed the following items for my ROM solemnisation ceremony! (I'm really happy! *heh*)

1. Venue: The Arts House, The Blue Room (It's the former Parliament House, not the one at Fort Canning hor! The website is: www.theartshouse.com! Go check it out...)
2. Date: 24 November 2007
3. Time: 1.30pm - 6pm (The actual ceremony will start at 2pm sharp, when I will start to make my way down the aisle to Darling!)
4. Wedding gown + bridesmaid's dress + father's suit + Darling's suit: Julia Wedding News
5. Flowers: Julia Wedding News (*sob* Got to pay extra for this okay?!)
6. Photographer: One Eye Click (Luckily I got lobang for this!)
7. Food: 1827 Thai Restaurant (In-house restaurant/caterer for The Arts House. Didn't have a choice for this.)
8. Invitation cards: Simin and Hansel
9. Maid of honour: Maymay!

Yeah! I think I've almost covered everything, right? Just the rings and the best man! I've looked at Tian Po's newest collection of wedding bands, and I've saw a few pairs which look really good! Will have to go down and see it for ourselves tomorrow! :)

Went to a bridal convention this afternoon with Michelle, Daniel (her partner) and Hui Yi! It was nice meeting Daniel in person, and I must say he looks way better than in the Polaroids at Michelle's cubicle! *tsk tsk* The photos don't do him credit at all. They're a really cute couple too. :) Thanks for going with me today, girl! Though I felt quite painful when I realise that I'm paying quite alot more just for a branded gown... +_+lll But aiyah, never mind. I shall not brood over that! I'll see you on Monday!

On Friday, Maymay came over to Tanjong Pagar to meet me for dinner. I love you to bits, girl! *hugs* She accompanied me to the bridal shop and patiently waited for me to try out gown after gown. I really appreciate your being there for me! And I also liked the other pearl gown you chose, but too bad! I'm too fat to fit in it. *sigh* I think you'll look perfect in the bridesmaid gown. :) Please don't cut your hair first!

Darling looked oh-so-handsome in a suit... *swoons* I fell in love with him all over again when I saw how dashing he was in the suit. He looked really good. :) But I got a little jealous. *heh* 'Cos Darling has super broad shoulders and chest, and most of it is muscle (I swear it's hard and not soft like nehnehs!), he couldn't really fit into many coats. Then the salesgirl started to get too physical for my liking. She kept touching his arm, like really touching him (abit of a caress), and went on and on about how fit Darling is. Then she helped him on with one suit, off with another. I got abit fed up. Can see she was trying to flirt with my husband-to-be, okay?! So I kept quiet.

When we reached home (after sending Maymay home, and it was about 2+ in the morning already), I told him about how unhappy I was about the above matter. And his reaction? SMUG smile on his face. He said: "你吃醋啊？我很喜欢看你吃醋的样子。因为那代表你还很在乎我。" And he kept smirking at me. So I said, 你很爽，对不对？有女孩子伺候你，帮你穿上、脱下、量三围，很高兴吗？I must say, at that point I was already not very happy about the incident already. But yes, I do see that he's really happy that I'm still very much in love with him, and that I will still get jealous because 我还很在乎你, and that is a fact that I cannot deny.

Darling was very sweet... As usual, I asked him whether I was too fat in the gown and whether I looked pretty in it or not. He (being his normal, too-honest-for-his-own-good self) told me that yes, I looked slightly "meaty" (which has to be the understatement of the year), but to him, I was really pretty. His first thought when he saw me in the gown was: 我们在一起那么久了，现在终于能够看到你穿上礼服， 一起步入我们的感情的另一个阶段。I thought that was really sweet for him.

After almost 7 years, we are finally going to get married. Although it's only the ROM solemnisation ceremony, but you are so sweet to be willing to give in to my whims and fancies of wanting a ceremony where the ambience is exactly the way I want it to be with good food served. You even gave in to my request of having such an expensive ROM gown ('cos it's a wedding gown, actually. Just a tad simpler, of course!) and flowers and photography and invites and everything else. I know not all guys would do that for their girlfriends/fiancees/wives, but the fact that you're willing to foot the bill for this, kinda shows me that between money and my happiness, you would readily choose me (albeit with abit nagging, that I can understand). Thank you, Darling, for loving me the way you've always do... But if you could just budge a little on the diamond ring? *wahahaha* It's not that expensive also ma! ;p I'm not asking for a ping-pong ball also... But I know I've already asked for alot. We shall save up more money, so that we can have a bigger house, nicer decor with state-of-the-art furnishing and household items, and a car of our own. But the house must come first, because we've already got 2 vehicles in our household (which is more than enough already).

I love you, Darling. Everyday. Since I met you. From this day on, I will love you more and more, forever.

Late at night...

When I thought about my wedding, you were always a part of it. I've always imagined you being a part of the bridal entourage, helping me to plan and oversee the entire celebration. I pictured you beside me, whilst I tried on my wedding gown. And we would both be laughing and smiling, while you'll admonish me on how I should try harder to lose the flabby arms.

We would look at the flowers together, from the bridal bouquets and corsages, right down to the posies for the chairs. You'll point to your favourite flower, and I'll giggle and remind you of the phrase your mom used to say.

When I have the urge to splurge over my wedding, I can almost hear you say that although it's only once in a lifetime, do I really have to have "this" or have "that"? And give me tips on what's worthwhile and what's not.

Sometimes, at night, I'll purposely come online. Just to see if you're there. Yet, it gets a little daunting when I have to approach you most of the time. Sometimes, it gets me angry too. But I've tried to accept it, come to terms with it. And I have.

People drift apart all the time, but I didn't imagine that it'll hurt like that. Did we really have to drift apart so much, that you couldn't remember to send me a birthday sms? I keep thinking: was it deliberate? Or simply, a slip of the mind?

Perhaps one day, we'll both hug each other and burst into tears. We'll look back at this trying period, and laugh together. But when?

Weird dreams and ROM

I had this really weird dream last night. Thought I should pen it down before I forget about it, though it’s been haunting me ever since I awoke this morning.

In the dream:

I had been dating this rather rich guy for a relatively long time, maybe about a couple of years. But he dumped me for someone richer, even more well-to-do than him, and they got married. Somehow, we had the opportunity to meet up again and he decided that he wanted me back in his life. We dated for a while, and I was just out for revenge. In the dream, I was already with Darling (my real life boyfriend), and I was sort of two-timing *gasp* the two of them. I had told this rich guy that I would make my choice sooner or later. In the meantime, being rather rich, he could afford to buy me all the expensive stuff I wanted. We went on a shopping spree where I really went all-out to get all the things I liked.

Then, we managed to avoid Darling and he didn’t find out. We (the rich guy and I) even went to this water theme park and sat on the rides. Then one day, we bumped into Darling at a shopping centre (where he was coming out of the Gents). I immediately dropped the other guy’s hand like it was a spider, and he was like, “you’ve got to make the decision NOW. It’s either me who has the money, or him. Take your pick.”

Darling looked at me, and I looked at him. In the end, I chose Darling (duh!) because I knew that no matter the amount of money the other guy could give me, I will rather have him as my husband.

Well, that was the end of my dream.

I’ve always thought that I’m not very materialistic. I don’t really go for branded goods (just not my cup of tea) and I’m not the kind of girl who will have the constant need to fill up her wardrobe. But I do spend needlessly at times. I can really consider buying expensive diamonds just to have the “bling”, and also travelling to expensive places. Just my ROM alone would be taking a huge chunk of our combined savings for our wedding (not intending to touch our personal savings). The venue is quite costly, and we’ve got to pay for the additional tables, chairs, sound system, floral arrangements and other miscellaneous stuff for the room décor. The rental of the Blue Room plus the tables, chairs and sound system already comes up to about $2.8K. The floral arrangements are going to cost about another… $500-600 minimum? Just the rental of the room is quite, quite enough to do tangible damage to our bank account. *heh* But it’s an once-in-a-lifetime event, right?

I’ll be going to the bridal boutiques later, during lunch with my darling colleague, Winkie! Thanks so much, girl. You’re really very helpful. :)

And before I forget, there’ll be high-tea reception at our solemnisation ceremony. Here’s the list of food to entice you. I proudly present from my caterers at 1827 Thai Restaurant (the in-house restaurant at the Arts House) the following food items:

The finger food:
- Assorted sandwiches (tuna, egg, chicken and cheese)
- Mini croissant with turkey ham
- Honey glazed chicken wings
- Thai pandan leaf chicken with sweet chilli sauce
- Steamed siew mai
- Mini steamed soon kueh
- Mini crispy samosa
- Pan-fried Shanghai dumpling with vinegar

The desserts:
- Mini Oreo cheesecake (I specifically asked for this, anyone else has other suggestions? I can ask the caterer to include.)
- Mini chocolate brownies
- Mini apple crumble

The drinks:
- Free flow of soft drinks
- Ice peach tea

This menu was put together by yours truly, from the various menus that the caterer provided me with. I thought my guests would really like this much better than the rest of the normal menus that they provided. But of course, it comes at a cost too. As the other menus includes only 5-7 dishes (including desserts leh!) and are way cheaper, I thought it was too little for my guests. Hope those who are (going to be) invited will like the food! Please feel free to give me your comments, if you think anything should be included or taken out, or even “revised” like my Oreo cheesecake… *muahaha*

As to the flowers, I was thinking of asking Jocelyn and Dewlyn to do my floral arrangements for me. But Joce is heavily pregnant now, and I’m afraid that they would be too busy to do my floral arrangements, bouquets, corsages and posies for me. I’ll still ask them first, of course. :)

And for the invites! I’ve asked Simin for a quotation from Haohao, and they’re really nice to provide me with a special rate! (I cannot say here, because I don’t wish for anyone else to go to them asking for that kind of deal. *heh*) Thanks so much, girl! But now I’ve really got to start worrying about the designs for my invites! I’m contemplating whether Darling and I should go to those makeover studios and take a few pictures (like about 10?) so that we can have a choice as to which goes on our invites. (*hint: the invites will be relatively unique. I have a rough idea of how I want it to look like already!)

Now it all boils down to the bridesmaid, best man and the ring bearer. *argh* My parents have the opinion that Dave is too young to be the ring bearer, and he might fumble during the ceremony. But he’s already 3!!! As for the best man, Darling has to choose his own. I have already made up my mind on who’ll be my bridesmaid. *wahaha*

And of course, the photographer and the dress! *eeks* How can I ever forget about that?! I must really work hard and source for the best gown in town that’ll fit me perfectly! *prays hard*

Okay, going back to work now! :)

I have the best boyfriend/fiance in the world!

He's the sweetest man I've ever met. He'll be ever so patient with me. On Friday, I had a late night at the office (as usual) and when he came to pick me up, he gave me a hug and a kiss. He said, "我知道你做工很累、很辛苦。老公疼疼你，好吗？" I was very touched and happy with his support. It can get a little trying at work sometimes with Chocolate.

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My mood swings have me suddenly tearing up with no apparent reason, and yet he was willing to wait for me to calm down before hugging me and telling me he loves me.

He wants me to have a relatively grand solemnisation, and will go along with whatever I want. All my needs are met, all my wants he tries hard to meet to. And it's not just money. It's also love, care and concern. :)

I'm just glad that he doesn't drink, doesn't gamble, doesn't hang out with that many girls. He doesn't club. I can't imagine if he does, because I don't think I will enjoy that kind of "waiting at home" for him. Imagining him getting drunk, playing games with girls, leering at girls with fantastic figures who wear very little clothes. Furthermore, when guys are drunk, you can never know what they'll do. Even when they are not drunk, sometimes the temptation can be too strong to ignore (based on a friend's experience).

So I guess I'm pretty lucky. He's quite the stable, unchanging character I knew when I was 16. And I love him for who he is.

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Just like Ling, I feel that I'm quite lucky and fortunate. I've got a stable job with friendly colleagues, and a good renumeration package. Unlike in other corporations, there isn't the element of "politicking" in URA. My colleagues and I are quite close and we get along pretty well. My family is also pretty close-knitted, and my parents adore me very very much. Thankfully, they also like Darling. My aunts and uncles like Darling and me too! *heh* Everyone is supportive of our relationship, and is pretty excited to see us get married. Thanks alot, your encouragement means alot to me. And I got a superb boyfriend who loves me alot, and also has a relatively stable job. ;)

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I feel blessed. Thank you, God.

ROM and stuff

Last evening, Dad, Darling and I went to Marine Cove’s Hong Kong café for dinner. I was busy discussing my ROM preparations whilst having dinner, so I had no time to take pictures at all. Actually, Dad was concerned that I’m being too idealistic and felt that we shouldn’t spend so much on the ROM solemnisation ceremony. But he came around when I informed him the basis for my idea: I wanted to have a mini march-in so that Dad could “give” me away. I think Dad really liked the idea. :) Well, the next thing to do would be to convince Mom. Since she loves me so much, she’ll probably give in. *heh*

Darling was being “psycho-ed’ by me on the choice of the solemnisation venue. I was telling Michelle and Kai Ling over lunch today about my ‘skewed’ discussion of wedding plans with Darling. I kept on emphasizing on how good Four Seasons is, so he was sort of “brainwashed” by me. But we will only decide when we meet up with Ginny, the wedding coordinator tomorrow evening. Plus, I want to make sure I get the most comprehensive and competitive solemnisation package! (I’m paying quite a bit just for the venue and food.)

For my solemnisation, I’m really not very prepared for it. Guess the excitement hasn’t caught up yet, and I’ll probably feel this way closer to the actual day itself. Furthermore, it’s not the traditional wedding where I’ll have my close friends as my 姐妹, and Darling will have to go through the entire process which makes every wedding memorable. For this solemnisation event, it’ll be really simple. A nice place to exchange our vows, in front of all our loved ones, with good food and wonderful memories for all who are present… That’s what I’m looking at.

We will probably be getting our rings this Sunday and also going hotel/bridal shop hunting. There’s a bridal convention at the Pan-Pacific, so we’ll probably pop by and take a look too. So many things to do, with so little time…

When I first got together with Darling, we both never dreamt that we would, one day, be getting married to each other. Our vastly differing family backgrounds, the gap in our academic qualifications, our worldly experiences… I was the pampered little princess at home, one that did not have to lift a finger to do housework (wasn’t allowed to, actually, as Mom wanted me not have roughen my hands) and still don’t; the fortunate girl who went to Disneyland (both Japan and US) and Universal Studios, and Australia umpteen times; the spoilt brat who insisted on going out to work when she was 16 when her parents was adamant against it, but decided to leave her workplace after 2 weeks; the young lady who had the opportunity to learn the double bass and piano, and MEP lessons too. I was blessed and lucky enough to grow up without having to take public transport, without having to worry about my next meal, without a single care about the big world out there. When I wanted to swim, Mom would bring me to the private country clubs; Dad would always bring us out on functions and expensive restaurants so that I could learn the proper social etiquette for such events.

I may sound like I’m bragging, but really, I am very thankful for my parents. They took pains to groom me with art and music lessons, with the proper ways to behave when I’m old enough to go into society. Perhaps I am boasting but not about myself: I’m proud of my parents. :) What I had in the past was all provided for by them, and by no means of my own diligence.

I only started getting my own material stuff when I was about 19. I took on tuition assignments whilst in NUS, and earned an average of $2.8k every month (I’m serious). But my grades suffered and my parents refused to let me continue. I bought many things during the months when I was “self-employed”. I paid for my own driving lessons, my own digital camera, my own laptop, my own clothes (was really crazy into branded then), overseas trips (to Taipei and Bangkok) and I even gave treats to my parents every now and then. I was really independent then, like I am now.

But I only started doing so because I wanted to, and not because I had to. Unlike me, Darling had to start out on his own when he was 18, leaving his hometown to venture out into the little red dot. He has come a long way, and I am really proud of him. Our differences do not count at all, because our love is strong. I love you, dear! ;p

Everyone (my family and friends) knows he’s my boyfriend, and I’m proud of that fact. My aunts and uncles love him, even Dave loves him too. *heh* My parents are proud of him too. I really can’t ask for more, except to let our relationship and love grow stronger over the years. And of course, for all my loved ones (including him and myself) to be healthy and happy! :)

Random

You know, even with my severe mood swings these days, I still feel happy when I’m at work. I guess it’s the work environment that makes me actually look forward to getting to the office on Mondays. Even rainy Mondays are alright; I don’t even wish to lie in bed and bum around.

Doreen just came around with mooncakes from some expensive restaurant. Apparently, they are really ‘branded’. +_+ll But sad to say, I don’t really know how to appreciate mooncakes very much. *heh* However, I must say that being included in this big URA family makes me happy enough.

Everyone in PP, CE and CW are really nice (generally PPD people are nice lah. Must put this in, in case Michelle reads this. ;p). I guess I’m really fortunate to be where I am now. We work late together and no one ever complains or snaps at anyone else. :)

I’m looking at holding my ROM solemnisation ceremony at a few hotels. But my aunt (May’s mom) says I should try not to have too grand a ceremony so that I don’t eclipse my own traditional Chinese wedding. But I thought it’ll be pretty nice if Dad could “give” me away if we did it nicely. Darling wants to have something elaborate too. *sigh* Planning for a wedding is pretty tough man! And this is only the solemnisation! I can’t begin to imagine how long I’d take to plan for the traditional wedding. (But I’m really looking forward to that!)

Let’s see what I need:
• A dress (for me!)
• A suit (for Darling!)
• Hand bouquet (for me!)
• Corsages (for Darling, Dad and Mom!)
• Ring pillow
• Rings (I’ve decided on gold rings! *heh* ‘Cos diamonds tend to depreciate while gold will only appreciate. Like gold, our love will always grow.)
• Hair-do + makeup
• Rose petals
• Dry ice effect (awaiting further discussion with FSH)
• Facials!
• Eyelash perming/extension (*wahahaha*)
• Wine? Liquor? (if I go with FSH, they won’t allow me to bring my own liquor in. *sob*)
• Printing on invites
• Photography (Videography? Seems a little excessive)

Can’t recall offhand what else I might need. *heh* Think just the ceremony alone would cost us quite a bit.

Darling is so sweet. Last evening, I was pretty pek cek, so I kinda bit his head off when he was just being nice. Then, I kept nagging and nagging and nagging. And all he said was, “Dear, I’m also very tired. Would you please stop saying that already?” His tone wasn’t bad too. Now I feel super bad. :( I was really tired, so after helping him with his business stuff, I went straight to bed and fell asleep promptly. A while later, he came to bed and put his arms around me, making me feel loved. Very much loved. :) Resting my head on his chest, I went back to sleep in approximately 5 seconds. *hahaha*

I love you, Darling. How did I get so lucky with you? You are the absolute best husband any woman can dream of! (at least to me!) You give me pocket money, pay for my bills (except my credit card ones, hmmph), wait for me to have dinner together. You hug me to sleep when I have been a grouchy ogre, you tell me you love me regardless of my appearance. Even when you were poor, down and out, I loved you for who you were. With money, I still love you the same as I did before. You know that money/riches/material stuff were never a prerequisite for being my boyfriend. In the past, when we took public transport together, I loved you. Now, when we travel in our own vehicle, I still love you. And I will love you forever. Promise that you’ll love me the same?

Okay, going back to work now. Going to be my turn to see my boss in a while. *heh*

Random updates

Aiyah! I typed out one whole loooooooooong entry, but somehow Blogger lost it! -argh- Let’s see what I can recall…

Last weekend, Darling, Mom, Dad and I drove up to Genting, along with Ling and Caro who alighted at KL. It was a weekend of endless munching on the delicious food available everywhere in Malaysia! When we were driving up Genting, it was so cold and foggy that visibility was at about (at most) 5-8m. No prizes for guessing who the happiest person was. +_+lll

On Sunday evening, Darling’s parents met Dad and Mom to discuss Darling’s and my marriage. It was quite a formal sit-down session where they really talked at length for our lifetime happiness. So I guess it’s alright to announce now that I am officially getting engaged on 24 November 2007, providing that all things go according to plan. I’m feeling really stressed out by the preparations and really, really need help! Luckily, Darling is alright with whatever plans I have and he’s willing to bear all the expenses for the solemnisation ceremony. (‘cos I’m feeling quite poor, like I always feel. Ha ha.)

Darling is the sweetest hubby around. He knows that I feel insecure whenever I travel overseas and that I sleep much better when I know someone I trust is around me. On Saturday night, I was so tired out that I fell asleep the minute my head hit the pillow. Darling was still doing some calculations for his business, so he was awake. A short while later, he came to bed, lifted my head and slipped his arm under me and gave me a hug. I was pretty groggy but I was sure he did exactly that. ‘Cos the very next morning, we woke up in the same position, with my arm slung over his chest and his arm around my shoulders. The very first thing he said to me when he opened his eyes and kissed my forehead was: 早安，老婆。我爱你。

Thank you for loving me so unconditionally even when I throw tantrums and insist on buying useless stuff. *heh*

Last night, he held me in his arms and we fell asleep. I can’t say it was very, very comfortable ‘cos my bed’s only a super single, but we both woke up basking in our love. =) Darling, I love you so much!

Please volunteer your services to help me with my solemnisation ceremony! Winkie and Maymay dear have already indicated their willingness to help! So sweet of them…

Okay, gotta go back to work now!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAREST HUBBY!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DARLING!

Thank you for being the sweet, perfect, wonderful boyfriend you are. For not minding my little quirks and bad tantrums, my nonsensical logic and my spendthrift habits. You are all I ask for in a man, and more.

You may not be very romantic nor do you have a glib tongue, but I am constantly assured of your faithful-ness and love. Not to mention the support you have given me during the darkest days of my life (erm, not exactly very dark la) and the care you've always given me.

I love you for what you are, every single day we've been together. And for every single moment we will cherish from now on.

Thank you, my dearest hubby. For everything. =)

uZap! amongst other random stuff...

I just bought the above subject item, at a really really cheap price! *hee*

Went back to the office after my medical appointment, and managed to clear some stuff.

Going Genting soon! Although Michael said it's too cheap a birthday present for Darling, but still! Anyway, I will bring him further (like Australia!) when we both have the time. Now, we're both too busy working, earning and saving money for our wedding and HDB flat.

After my trip, we will really have to start on our ROM preparations. I'm really anticipating it! Though I already have quite alot of stuff at work... =)

Tired! Going to go through my daily routine with my Shiseido products! My little pink army that defends my face from pigmentation, keeping it clear and radiant! (But must excuse my dark circles...) I need to go and get the massage cream, pre-makeup cream, special eye treatment cream, the works...

Good night!

PAYDAY!

My colleague (team leader) Vivian bought ang gu kuehs for everyone yesterday! This time I remembered to take a picture of it, but then, lazy me did not have the motivation to upload the pictures (as usual). I will probably try to do it over the weekend! Although I’m going for a (some sort of) holiday this weekend, I’ll be bringing my laptop with me, so that I can help May with her PP as well as try to upload the pictures. No worries, girl. =)

Stayed at the office till about 8.10 last evening, so I’m not exactly in a very chirpy mood today. But still, I’m not very pek cek, neither do I have the urge to bite anyone’s head off. Must be the fact that today is PAYDAY!!!

Got medical appointments at 3pm and 4.20pm at KK hospital later today, so I’ll be staying in for lunch while trying to see if I can catch my Section Head! Going shopping with Michelle and Siying after work too! To go and get Darling his birthday present! =)

You never know how you’ve made a deep impression in my life. It may not be the best impression, but thank you. You have allowed me to mature even more.

Dad keeps saying how much more mature I’ve grown. *faints* He feels really proud of me, I guess. Just like Mom, when I got my performance bonus, she was so proud and happy. Glad I can let them feel happy just by doing what I love. I love you both!

Darling’s really, really busy!!! We need to hire more people!!!

Darling and I… Our money boundaries are really blurring. +_+lll But we really need to save more money. We should be reaching our first milestone of $xxxxx soon! (I am not hao-lianing, just noting when we reached it)

My family and I, we’re not rich. We are easily satisfied. We like the $2 chicken rice from Boon Keng, but we also enjoy dining at Tung Lok. My parents enjoy short trips to Malaysia (just like me!!!) but we also love travelling to Gold Coast and other places further from the region. We aren’t thrifty, but (apart from Daddy) we do know how to save (most of the time la!).

I am blessed. =) Gotta go back to work now, will blog whenever I have the time.

I'm still at work!

Yeah, the title of this post is really apt. I'm still at work. And in case you were wondering, I am not really that free to blog about it. But I thought I should take a breather away from the draft Master Plan 2008, just to relax for a while.

Wan Lin just said I'm a conscientious planner. *hee* I'm really flattered and touched. Thanks, my mentor! (who also happens to be very responsible, diligent, and conscientious... Not to mention, she also is a genius.)

Everyone is still in the office, most probably working on DMP08. It's a lot of hard work. I guess that's why they are paying us more than other planners in the other statutory boards. (I'm assuming. *haha*)

But still, I love working in URA. Although I haven't had dinner, it feels good to be able to work alongside such intelligent and hardworking colleagues. :)

I'm going to bring my pillow, bolster, comforter and tent to work tomorrow. Probably going to start camping here soon!

I just don't wanna come back during the weekends!

Loving every minute of my work... Okay, gotta go back to work then! It's already 8.44pm! *faints*

Pure happiness!

Whooooooooohoooooooooooo! I’m feeling really shiok! *heh* From the pretty mooncakes to the nice luncheon with 7 other colleagues, from the lovely Kit-Kat to my performance bonus!

I am feeling happy! *blush* Darling, your birthday present will be a big one! Mom and Dad will get presents from me too!

Gerger, you are having a small treat too! *muacks* Just told you over the phone! ;)

Ling, let’s go get our watches! Can’t wait!

Thanks to all my gods, deities, fairies, guardian angels and whoever is out there watching over me. I’m really thankful that I made it to URA. Yeah!

Money, money and more money, please! ;p

I’m really fortunate and blessed…

I have a most wonderful set of parents
My boyfriend loves me lots
My cousins are pretty close to me
My relatives love me too
Maymay loves me.
Wei Ling is always there for me
I have a fantastic job that pays me well for doing what I love
My colleagues are really nice
Darling’s parents like me
and more to come…

Thanks to whoever/whatever/whichever is making all this come true for me. =)

Goodness...

I am happy today because:

1. I just rejected a mooncake from Raffles Hotel, courtesy of Bert (my colleague)! It's very pretty, but he was saying that it's really expensive. Thanks Bert, I would have gobbled it up if not for my sore throat!
2. Darling told me he loves me the minute he woke up!
3. Dad and Mom gave me a hug each this morning! Think they could feel that I was feeling pretty down!
4. An old friend wrote me an e-mail!
5. I had a good breakfast!

Once upon a time, there was a little girl who grew up not knowing how fortunate she was compared to her peers. Whilst others stayed home and completed assessment books during the school holidays, her parents flew her to wonderful holiday destinations like Disneyland Japan, DisneyWorld, Universal Studios, Knottsberry Farm, etc. When she was in elementary school, she excitedly asked her good friends what they would like to have from the States, because she really wanted to buy some souvenirs back for them. But they snubbed her, and told her that she was a spoilt brat.

She continued to persevere, to be genuine to her true friends, to be generally nice to everyone around her. Yet, she continued to be misunderstood. In high school, her so-called friends called her boy-crazy, simply because she had boyfriends. But this little boy-crazy girl had stayed in a relationship longer than most of her peers. So yes, she must be just a tad too boy-crazy to remain with the same guy for so long.

Her adolescent years were spent alone at home, with her parents providing her with all the material stuff she needed, and those she didn't need but simply wanted. Her mommy would buy DKNY stuff for her, simply because the materials used are of a certain quality and comfort. Her dad would offer to pay for her trips. But somehow, it didn't really warm her heart when she was surrounded by such items, not when she was clouded with loneliness.

She struggled through her teenhood, being an infamous little ah-lian in high school. Only when she met The One during her sweet sixteen, did she change. He made a positive impact on her life, by treasuring and cherishing her. During this time, her parents also managed to make more time for her.

Having been alone for so long, she finally realised how fortunate and blessed she really was. Her parents love her, her boyfriend loves her, her cousins love her, her family loves her... And these are the people who really count.

Today, she has become an independent lady, who can afford to bring her parents on vacations, meet all their material needs. And she remains fulfilled.

I have come a long way, to be finally comfortable with myself. I have achieved things that some may never reach. And I am not talking about money nor expensive stuff. I have learnt a sense of self esteem which no one can take away. I am now comfortable to hear about how much she spends without feeling like I have to compete. Neither will I feel that I'm ill-equipped. I don't feel that she is a snob either. :) It is only those who feel inadequate that will feel self-conscious. I used to feel this way, but now I don't.

Thank you, for opening my eyes. You never know how you made it all possible.

Happy post with just a tinge of bitterness.

Today, I had 3 of my colleagues buying food for me! So incredibly heart-warming! One was a homemade cheesecake, which Chow baked at home, the other was from Julianah who bought cute little banana muffins for everyone. Lunch will not be required for the food was really good. *post edited: went out for lunch with the new planner and the rest of Central planners* Maggie who went to Beijing last week, also bought little snacks for me! –beams- Everyone in URA is really sweet. I count my lucky stars and thank my gods every night that I am so fortunate to be employed. Somehow, there will always be people buying food for me to eat! *heh*

8 September 2007

My birthday this year was spent with a few loved ones, a quiet affair compared to my birthday bashes last year and the year before. But I was genuinely touched by the attendees: Darling, Maymay, Wei Ling, Hui Zhen and Michael. I love the painstakingly-made photo collage that May and Lin made for me and the efforts they took. I love the Swenson’s mango ice-cream cake which Michael and May chose for me, that came along with the balloon flowers and ‘pink sausage’. I love the time we had just chit-chatting. Thank you for coming.

We had dinner at Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao, which Wei Ling and I used to frequent, and chatted over 小笼包，拉面，鸡汤，中国茶，红油抄手，干扁四季豆，上海粗炒面，etc. After dinner, Michael and May disappeared together for a long while! And I thought May was going to accompany him to wait for a cab to go clubbing. Imagine my surprise when they turned up with the mango ice-cream cake from Swenson’s, courtesy of Michael!

For desserts, we headed over to Coffee Club where we took silly pictures and just indulged in light hearted banter while sipping drinks. Just like the old days… Before Michael and Wei Ling got attached, before Alex drifted away…

The party ended near midnight, like all birthday parties are supposed to, and Darling gave everyone a lift back. May was the last to alight, and she was really tired as she had worked the morning shift that very day. Thank you my dearest gerger, for coming down and making me the most important person in your life that day. *hugs* Ling was having a sore throat too, and yet she and May had to forgo their precious sleep to make me the collage. Love you both lots!

I used to think that Michael changed a lot after he got into a relationship, but now I realise that deep down inside, he’s still the same sweet kor I had in Secondary school. Hope you’ll always be there for my every birthday. *hugs*

Thanks Huizhen, for coming down from Hougang too! And you’re really great at driving there on your own… Much better than me! *hugs*

My parents were really sweet too. They bought me a cake from my favourite bakery at Boon Keng (Swee Heng, some neighbourhood cake shop) and insisted on singing a birthday song with candles, wishes and everything. Thank you for making me the most important person in your lives, Mom and Dad. Despite my bad temper, you two will always love me unconditionally, giving me the best in life. No one can come as close to loving me that way you two do.

Dave chose my birthday present for me (but of course, his mom paid for it) and I love them for being so sweet. :) Thank you my dearest family, who loves me for who I really am.

Random

有时候，我并不觉得你是你想象中的好。
你也不过如此。
坦白说，我对你也好失望。
不知不觉中，你已不是以前的你。
你以为你很了解我，但事实并非像你想的那一样。
你的体贴、你的谅解、你的善解人意，都到哪儿去？。
你真的没有察觉到吗？
我好不喜欢你、真得令我感到反感。
可能是我变了。
可能是我得不好。
但我好累。

On a separate note:
亲爱的，我真得很爱你。。。
你是我的心中。。。 最爱的男人。当然，这不包括我的爸爸啦！

My Wishlist

1. Loved ones' health and happiness (money can't buy)
2. Tiffany & Co.'s diamond ring (the ones that come set in platinum)
3. Shiseido vouchers (minimum of $500, thanks)
4. SGD$10,000 (I seriously doubt anyone can give me this, except my parents who already gave me this amount each )
5. Sponsors for my wardrobe re-vamp (I want MNG, TopShop, Zara, ESpirit)
6. HDB 5-room flat (Erm, I'm afraid at the moment, no one can afford this present)
7. Louis Vuitton bag (Just for fun)
8. Plasma TV (42" and above)
9. Rolex (with diamonds, like Mom's)
10. Sponsors for a trip to Europe (For my parent and Darling also)
11. Sponsors for me to get a hair makeover (I just want to straighten it further, and don't tell me it's already very straight! *boo*)
12. Apple iPod (60GB or is it 80?)
13. Sponsors for Lasik / braces

Can't think of anything else that I want but can't afford to get.

Random-ness!

I am going to apply for HSBC credit card, and a supplementary card for Dad. =)

My credit limit's a little higher than the usual ones that others get. *hmmmmm* The banks must be trying to get me to spend more money. -tsk tsk-

I love my UOB ONE card. Mom has one too. *whee!* Mom and I now have the UOB Lady's card and the ONE card. (Of course, I got her the supplementary cards!)

The feeling being able to give your parents a supplementary card is really good. It makes them so proud of me, that I feel proud of myself too! *hehehehehe*

My birthday's coming this Saturday! *woohoo!* One year older though... +_+lll Not that I particularly mind about it. :D

Darling's been very busy and his work's been hectic. Every night he tosses and turns to think about the many deals he has on his hands. So we've just hired someone new! *applause* Welcome on board!

Darling says he's so busy, he doesn't have time to spend money. So I suggested that I could help him to spend, if he wants. But I don't think he welcomes that idea very much, given my 'bad' record of being a spendthrift.

Dad and Mom loves me! They like to buy good food for me to eat!

I miss Maymay! I miss Wei Ling! I miss the days we hung out together! Please do so again k? *hugs*

My Shiseido products are good, I love them still. And yes, I am still diligently using them.

I just saw a 0.74 carat diamond... and it looks like a ping-pong ball! But oh! So shiny! $15K okay?! It's my colleague's diamond proposal ring... -tsk tsk- Would love to have that, but it seems to be such a waste of money, 'cos diamonds depreciate! Maybe I'd compromise and... choose a gold ring with a huge diamond? But I prefer Larry's Jewelry... Their diamonds are world-class! But Destinee from Lee Hwa would be good too. =)

I need to save money for lots of things. But I'm thinking of getting a HDB flat by next year, hopefully within a year from now. And I would need to have at least a 4-room flat, nicely decorated with nice finishings and furniture... Save save save! (and a car would be the icing too!)

Need to work now... Will upload pics of my new cards... Still waiting for my Shiseido card!

All little girls grow up too fast...

I watched her grow from a cute little baby girl to a young lady.

From the time she 'caned' me with a balloon stick in 123 to a time when she got 'caned' by her little nephew.

From a sweet little girl to a hardworking student.

Yet sometimes, she is so far yet so near. Friends are important, and I may be boring, but I still hope that I won't be the last to know. I never thought that there should be secrets between us.

But somehow, one day, secrets still crept in between. Quietly.

Things that I knew, I no longer know. But she forgot. There still aren't any secrets between us. Having known her for so long, I know when she's telling the truth and when she hides.

No matter what she did, I still forgave her (nothing major of course). And today, I will still forgive her even if she does something wrong (which she hasn't).

She feels we are distant, not close enough. I feel that her friends are more important than me and I understand. So I no longer ask her out. I wait patiently for her to come to me.

Many have said I spoilt her, a tad too much. But I know it's because I love her. Similarly, a tad too much.

She grew up too fast. Too fast for my liking.

But I still love you. And I always will.

Love,
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Random!!!

I have received my UOB Lady's Card!

Went to this Korean Restaurant for the second time in 1 month!

Thinking of getting an iPod Nano, but it's such a waste of money!

Darling wants a big hoo-ha for our 11-24.

Had a manicure today!

Wondering if I should go for a long overseas trip!

Pondering over the amount of money I should put into an insurance plan. ($500 a month?)

Gold? Diamond? Gold and diamond? Gold and sapphire?

Monday blues. Not yet! ;) I'm loving what I do (still).

I love Shiseido! I love Elizabeth Arden! I love my family! I love Darling! I love Ling!

Darling wants to bring me to Tung Lok Seafood again! +_+lll But I told him I'd much rather want Larry's! So he might be bringing me there. Was thinking of going to Equinox Restaurant too! Give me an opinion!

My mom's happy with her supplementary card! Thinking of getting Dad one too! *heh*

Tired! Going to bed!

my dearest ......

I've been trying to meet up with you for the past week, as many times as possible. Even if it's just to walk to you to Central, just having dinner with you, just chatting over the phone, it is still a pleasure. When the time comes, I will miss you terribly. I'm missing you already.

Having known each other for almost "Kindergarten 2", I have gotten used to your nuances and gestures and expressions. When I look into your eyes, sometimes I can see what you mean. Even when you're lying (about nothing important, of course!), I can tell. I like the feeling of you knowing me so well, being such a perfect friend to me. When you are so far away, who will be there for me when I need to sob my heart out?

I can't be selfish and hold you back, yet I wish you would choose not to leave. But I know deep down inside, the next 365 days will be hard to bear. And I will definitely bade you "Bon Voyage" with a tear-stained face at the Airport.

Missing the days we wrote letters, missing the nights we spent chatting, missing the breakfasts we had together, missing being there when you were the "Merlion", missing the days we spent overseas, missing the times I nagged at you to stop playing with your hair, missing the times we will exchange food and books, missing the times we gossiped, missing the times we hung out till late on Saturday nights, missing the times we shop together, missing every little thing we did together...

Time flies, I know. But when you're no longer within driving distance, it will be difficult to bear. Dear, I will miss you every single day when you're not here. Remember that I will call you everyday, no matter what.

Love,
the girl who loves you.

Shiseido!

I am officially a Shiseido member! *tsk tsk* Went shopping with Hui Yi over the weekend (on Saturday to be precise) and we headed to Bugis, where I purchased a whole range of Shiseido skincare products (sans make-up remover)! I bought the brightening range, with the cleanser, the softener, the day moisturiser, the night emulsion, the toner... Set me back by quite a bit ($390), but I really think it's worth it. =) Darling's going to subsidise me for it so *heh* I don't feel the pinch, quite so much.

Bought a pair of glittery slippers too! Black. Dave finds them fascinatingly shiny. "Ah-yi, shoes, shiny." I love him! *muah muah*

Going for PPM now! No time to breathe...

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I love my facial products... They are so pretty!

Look at them! All pretty in pink! (That's my Elizabeth Arden Splendour on the right and my Anna Sui on the left, in the background)

So pretty... I love looking and re-arranging them again and again... The containers are made of heavy glass material, smooth and shiny! My newest toys... =)