Life After Marriage

It has been a while since I last blogged and now it's past midnight and time for me to churn out a post. After all, my mood has been really affected after my supervision two days ago and I tell myself that this is the last day that I would still think about it. Tomorrow is a brand new day and I shall stop ruminating on what they said about me, because, truly, they do not know me as a person and I shall not let these strangers affect how I define myself.

That aside, focus on happy things of my life, such as how I managed to redeem 4 toys from Giant supermarket under the Goodness Gang. You need to spend $180 ($10 for 1 stamp, 18 stamps required to redeem one toy) But you think a cheapo like me would splurge just to get the toys? Of course not, owe it to my colleagues who do not want the stamps. And so the freebie is mine! Yay

Anyway, look at how time flies! Breadman and I have been officially married for 4 months! So what's life like after marriage? *Long pause* Erm, actually no difference because we are still staying apart while waiting for our BTO to be completed, and true enough, "no house, no spouse" especially in Singapore's context, so we are still akin to girlfriend/boyfriend stage. Haha, thus, merely just a status change and I gained his family name, so sometimes my colleagues would make fun of me by calling me Mrs Yeh, though I told them I still like my own surname very much and Mrs just sounds so old! Anyway the wedding banquet is up in 8 months' time, and so far I have not done much preparation for it as I am too busy with my school work and practicum. Thus, I havent transformed into a bridezilla yet, not just yet. Hahah... I have sorta asked around at my workplace to get the rough estimate of the number of guests and so far I think for my friends and colleagues, it would make up to 7 tables. So for I have settled the venue, the makeup artist, photographer, as well as signed a package with the bridal studio. Thus, I am still pretty chill and zen about it at this stage. The next big thing would be going to select The Dress and for me I guess I would either be going for a v-neck style or most likely off shoulder style because they are the more flattering cuts for curvy girls like me. UNLESS, I can shed off pounds and have a slender body. For the evening gown, likely shiny dress or lacy dress and very likely it would be darker shades, instead of lighter shades because my skin tone is yellowish and I will not look well in it. Also, my colleagues have been asking me if I wanted a theme and I have been thinking. A theme would be fun and guests can feel free to dress up, but of course no obligation to follow the theme, cuz it is just for fun. My nurses would also sing a couple of songs and Ed Sheeran's Perfect is one of them :) You know how boring weddings can be right? I remember yawning at a couple of marriages I attended, thus if there's some form of entertainment then that's better. If not, everyone's just waiting for time to pass and eyeing on the food.

Anyway, that's all for tonight. Happy 4 months of marriage, Breadman! Hope life can continue to be sweet with you even as we have our own mini-me versions :D

Yeah!

I topped the class for my class assignment! 90 marks! Second time so far, yet still feeling as good as ever, probably because such a thing never happened to me during my Psychology days in university and good grades and me weren’t such a good association anyway.. I was just that average student in class. Hence, this is such a self-esteem booster for me and perhaps, Social Work’s really my calling. Haha... keeping it up!

Positive Reinforcement

Today, I received a compliment from a family member, who initially asked me if I were a full-time permanent staff working at the nursing home. After I responded to her, she went on to add on this liner:

You are a very good worker you know?

Wow, this liner is simple yet powerful! This totally made my day as I was having a hard time having to juggle my practicum, work, and school assignments as well as not forgetting my new found husband. Haha.. what a way to put it! Words of praise like this, make me feel appreciated and reminds me again, why I am in the social sector right from the beginning.

Gardens By the Bay: Poinsettia Wishes and Christmas Wonderland

This year's visit to Gardens By the Bay during this festive period was a special one for me because Breadman proposed to me at this very place, exactly 6 days before our solemnization, which was going to be held on 23rd December 2017. Let's just say this, I am extremely happy when this happened because I have been waiting for this moment for eons... especially when everyone around me kept on bugging me (friends, colleagues and relatives) and looking at my hand for the ring. It can be a little vexing because of the long wait (I guess Breadman did it on purpose! Hmph). So let's just go through the series of events leading up to the proposal. When Breadman told me on 15 December that we are heading to Gardens on a Sunday, I wasnt expecting anything different and was feeling a little lazy because I am not a Sunday person because the next day meant work for us. Thus, usually I like hanging out on Saturdays and will stay home on Sundays. But of course, in case he proposes, I must still put in effort to doll up a little. Haha (that's my sister's advice: to doll up at all times when meeting Breadman as it is too close to the solemnization date, thus he may seize the opportunity anytime).

When I met him, I noticed that he was dressed formally, not the usual polo tee n pants combination. But still, I did not set my hopes high as I do not want to be disappointed in case there wasnt anything. We then bought tickets to the Flower Dome and Christmas Wonderland. It cost $20 for a bundle for Singaporeans. When we stepped into the Flower Dome, we were welcomed by the sight of a Santa's cabin, with a long snaking queue of enthusiastic people (kids and adults similar) waiting for their opportunity to take a photograph with Santa Claus. Needless to say, I am a sucker for such things as well, especially when this Santa Claus is Ang Moh and from Finland! So, we made it a point to come back later to queue (there were different allocated timings) while we walked around checking out the flowers first. The theme this year at Flower Dome is Poinsettia Wishes.

We reached there around 345pm and it was still pretty sunny and glaring. 

Off we went to check out the succulents and cacti. 

Here's us in our outfits! I can finally wear this red tartan/checkered dress from Yacht 21. Previously it was a little tight on me. I am glad to have lost 2.5kg then and able to wear it. Let's hope for next year's wedding, I can shed 10kg. Lose all the weight that I have gained since I entered the workforce. Not just for beauty, but for health's sake as well. 

There is something mesmerizing about succulents. The greenery I guess? Or its texture? Or probably its ability to thrive under harsh conditions? 

Huge Christmas tree towering over

Can you spot my favourite animal in here? 

The carousel is another of my favourite thing. 

Top view 

Winnie the Pooh and Piglet 

Letters to Santa! Have you tried writing a letter to Santa Claus before? I havent, but I am really keen to try! Will there be a reply from Santa? 

Breadman always asks how can I manage to make my face appear slimmer in photos? The key is the angle. There's always a reason why Breadman is always the one taking the selfie. Haha. Oh yes, we went to visit the dentist just the day before to do a "spring cleaning" and dun our teeth look slightly cleaner than before? It was a pretty horrifying experience and I remember myself holding my fist tightly and frowning as the dentist worked through my teeth with his "tools". Haha. That was an agonizing 10 minutes in that room.  Have a good look at this photo. Do we look alike? My sister says that both of us are growing alike each other and the resemblance is especially significant when we smile. Really meh? I still like my smile more. Haha.  

When you see Poinsettia, it means Christmas is around the corner! 

The nutcrackers! These soldiers are symbols of good luck and they aim to scare away bad evil spirits.

It was finally time for us to join the queue to wait for the Santa meet and greet session. The next slot was at 6pm but we decided to join in the queue much more earlier when we saw a few eager ones in the queue at around 520pm. We were the first 5 in the queue. 

Santa was here! I was asking Breadman if Santa's beard is real... Haha. It looks real to me. 

Closer shot at this Santa who flew all the way from Finland. 

And as it was nearing our turn, I was asking Breadman, whether to use my handphone for the shot or use his which he replied to use his phone. I tried to dissuade him as his phone was brand new (still unused) and he took it out for this purpose. Then I noticed that he was getting fidgety and his hands were icy cold. I still thought he was feeling unwell then (as he was sick a few days back) and offered him a sweet as I was worried that he was having low blood glucose level or feeling giddy... Haha. Then he was getting more fidgety... Finally it was our turn! I quickly went and sit beside Santa and asked him if his beard was real. Haha... He did not reply me but asked me to touch it. It felt real to me, but when I saw the glue, I knew then it's fake. Haha.... When I saw that Breadman was taking too long talking to the photographer, I began to sense that he may be planning something! But then again, I must remind myself not to expect too much. 

And then it happened! He told Santa that he needed a favour from Santa as he was going to propose to his girlfriend. Hahah... I was both feeling excited and in disbelief, because from my understanding of him, he is not someone who enjoys being in the limelight, especially when there was a long queue behind us. And then he went down on one knee and brought out the ring box. He then popped the question. As it happened fast and I wasnt able to react much, I said "ok" instead of "yes". Haha. Now thinking back, it was hilarious. Then someone from the crowd shouted "where is the ring?" Because Breadman did not open up the ring box like how others would typically do. And Breadman responded by shouting back "The ring is in the box!" This part was too funny! Haha... machiam some TV drama. Then Breadman told Santa that he has been a good boy this year (really meh?) and we received well wishes from Santa before we took a shot. And amongst all the shots, there was none in which Santa looked into the camera. Haha. I guessed he must be in disbelief as well. 

After all the drama, we went to the side and he asked me whether do I want to wear the ring myself, or he wear it for me. Chey, of course he wear la! So here's us beaming with joy or rather, Breadman still recovering from the aftermath. Haha. The decision to proceed with a marriage proposal in public must have been a really scary one and it requires lots of courage. But still, thank you for doing it as it is really memorable and the venue is apt, with Santa, flowers and my favourite person.

Will you marry me? 

Some other pictures from Christmas Wonderland

Blizzard Time! Snapped this pic quickly before foam went into our eyes and ears. Breadman with his forced smile. Haha. Since we cant go and witness the real snow, at least let me experience this artificial snow ok?

It was a night to remember and we were in good mood throughout the time. Thank you Breadman for loving me for who I am, and definitely looking forward to life with you!  

Merry Christmas 2017

Before the clock strikes 12, here's me wishing everyone Merry Christmas! Hope you had a fabulous celebration :)