This morning, I left home without coffee because I was running a little late to meet up with Lily to pass her the fish-cake. I slept till 7.30am+.. Initially, I plan to get Illy-coffee from 7-Eleven but somehow, it was not tempting enough after I took it out of the cold-shelf. Also, I love my coffee warm in the morning... so, I walked out of 7-Eleven not buying anything and I slowly walked my way towards CPF building where my office is.
Then, after I passed Telok Ayer Methodist Church, I decided to de-tour to Starbucks. A taxi almost knocked me when I was waiting in-between the white-lines of a 4-lane road. Hahaha... it was a scary thought just thinking about it!
Looking at the price on the menu, I decided to have the Solo of Expresso at S$3.xx and feeling hungry and ordered an Apple Cinnamon Muffin that cost me S$4.xx. I ordered 'take-away' but when I was adding raw-sugar into the paper-cup, I saw how 'little' solo espresso really is, I decided to find a seat and enjoy my breakfast away from my work-desk despite it's already 9am. Hehehe...
Today, it's my first time in my entire life to order and drink espresso. And I can accept the taste.. but should add 1 packet of raw sugar next time. Slowing sipping it and savouring the muffin alone is somehow lonely but it was entertaining to see the people that walk-in-and-out of Starbucks and people that walked into Capital Tower for work... What a soothing late Friday morning...
Friday, December 18, 2015
Sunday, April 26, 2015
Italian wines for him as b-day gift
Started my research on Italian wine since he said (26/Mar) it is his all time preferred wine. I have zero knowledge of how Italian wine taste despite that I'm very confident what is the best white wine I ever had from NZ. While on my research, I realized Italian wines rank the top list in price too! I'm very sure my dad did not try it before either. So that explains a lot why it took me weeks to decide if I should even consider to buy for him as his 35th birthday gift; this coming Monday (27/Apr).
The decision made even to the very last moment since it is really "difficult" to part with my $$$ for someone who makes me 'insane' with love & hate every single day of my life here... But, since JT always reminds me not to give the wrong signal when I always end up doing the total opposite. What the heart and mind said will eventually get me into the wrong path...
My recent trip to Changi told me that I cannot afford really good Italian wine for him that tagged at S$300+ so I decided that it's really very idiot of me trying to even browse it in the shelf knowing that the sales-ladies will look really down on me. To my surprised, on Thursday night (16/Apr) he wanted to buy a bottle of Italian wine while we were in Westin Chaoyang. In one of the wine shop at Citymall, he remarked that, "prices of wine here is expensive..." And I saw him settled for the cheapest at Rmb116 (Below Usd20) and nothing reads familiar either.
I knew Fair-Price sell one of the rather average (below S$100) Italian reds and I was shocked that Cold Storage sell nothing familiar from my research on "Italian wine for beginners". Lucky me, right outside the wine shop, "Little Provence" sold the familiar white; Pinot Grigio! Delighted indeed that I patiently waited for another customer that was tasting wine (who end up never buy). The lady easily gave me a bigger paper bag when I requested it since I only bought 1 bottle. Tagged at S$39, I made my way out with a determination to get the red from Fair-Price. Previously, I thought Barbaresco
(S$61.80) is the most expensive Italian red available but tonight, I saw Brunello Di Montalcino is the most expensive available; tagged S$80.90 and I reconfirmed from my reads that it goes well with T-Bone. Once again, he who taught me to eat steaks frequently... Hope that this too reconfirmed the
right pick of red wine for him. Dutifully with no aching heart to depart with my $$$, I hope I remember to bring his gift to office tomorrow..
Got him a rather expensive birthday card too because the wording really speaks the direct opposite truth of our 'friendship'. Let's peep into the card... Hahaha... I'm adding the word 'in' to 'sane' and signing off as "Lots of hugs, your partner-in-crime".
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Tis 'd raining season
Tis the raining season since about a week ago and so I decided that it's time to take out the leather boots and wear them with my newly purchased "army-green" suit. Actually, when I first fell in love with it in Cultivation, Elle; it was because I love the color and the design resembles a trench-coat without long sleeves. Rugged at the shoulder and since I never did look good in all the other actual trench-coat that I tried before, this one piece came as a love-at-first-sight.
Today, knowing that RF will be traveling for the next few days, I thought I wanted to look a little "different" despite that I have not a slight idea what will be the interpretation from everyone since Singaporean women do dressed-up daily for work. I practically feel that there is no point of me even trying to look good unless I do feel like doing that myself. Guessed it becomes just my interest that I wanted to look good for RF. Not like I ever will 'blown him off' with my beauty or what I wear but I still never gave up on trying to catch his attention. I would think that this could be some thing to look forward to do even though I do not reap any result at the end of it.
With me dressed in a Kebarung after Raya got his attention with lots of teasing that "is it that there is no laundry done that's why you dresses this way?" And same "no-laundry" tease came along with me dressed in a Punjabi suit after Deepavali but added compliment from him, "it's nice". I knew he is a superb-high-radar observer but considering that he can really describe a lot about strangers, it is very good that he never once hurt my feelings by negatively mentioned anything about my dressing.
Anyway, I find him a little strange since yesterday because he wanted me to remind him about the musical on Friday night and today, he softly whispered to me to help him water his flower-plants.
Around 12ish, he requested me to tag along to Pantry and the first thing he said was, "nice boots, is it Zara?" And I replied, "nope" and I just wasn't ready to talk about boots when in my mind I thought he called me for work-related issues. And then he added, "nice outfit" and again bluntly I replied, "thanks". Gosh... And we departed and left the Pantry without talking about work and he softly remarked, "last night, the meeting was good" and I replied, "good". WoW! I just can't understand him...
Annie send me a message via MSN, "Any potential to end up with ur tis young boss..hehe.." and I laughed so much when I read the message later but content myself from replying...
Today, knowing that RF will be traveling for the next few days, I thought I wanted to look a little "different" despite that I have not a slight idea what will be the interpretation from everyone since Singaporean women do dressed-up daily for work. I practically feel that there is no point of me even trying to look good unless I do feel like doing that myself. Guessed it becomes just my interest that I wanted to look good for RF. Not like I ever will 'blown him off' with my beauty or what I wear but I still never gave up on trying to catch his attention. I would think that this could be some thing to look forward to do even though I do not reap any result at the end of it.
With me dressed in a Kebarung after Raya got his attention with lots of teasing that "is it that there is no laundry done that's why you dresses this way?" And same "no-laundry" tease came along with me dressed in a Punjabi suit after Deepavali but added compliment from him, "it's nice". I knew he is a superb-high-radar observer but considering that he can really describe a lot about strangers, it is very good that he never once hurt my feelings by negatively mentioned anything about my dressing.
Anyway, I find him a little strange since yesterday because he wanted me to remind him about the musical on Friday night and today, he softly whispered to me to help him water his flower-plants.
Around 12ish, he requested me to tag along to Pantry and the first thing he said was, "nice boots, is it Zara?" And I replied, "nope" and I just wasn't ready to talk about boots when in my mind I thought he called me for work-related issues. And then he added, "nice outfit" and again bluntly I replied, "thanks". Gosh... And we departed and left the Pantry without talking about work and he softly remarked, "last night, the meeting was good" and I replied, "good". WoW! I just can't understand him...
Annie send me a message via MSN, "Any potential to end up with ur tis young boss..hehe.." and I laughed so much when I read the message later but content myself from replying...
Friday, July 04, 2014
Teary Friday
Last night, I'm off to bed after 11.30pm after failing to watch the Korean drama that I wanted to. As a result of this, I can't really wake up at 6.30am today. I didn't wait for the bus too long but I think I didn't get the 100% free MRT ride that I usually do. I was still half-asleep and not noticing the amount on my EzLink.
When I reached the office, the tea-lady actually raised her voice from the other end of the floor to me and commented that the box of cake that I left in the fridge has been days. I replied that it's not mine but it's "everyones" and I'm not sure if she heard me but when the cleaner is in the pantry, she grumbled again about the things in the fridge to the cleaner. Urrgghhh... what an awful Friday morning to be greeted this way in the office. What a bitch?!
Since SH will be away for his vacation for 2 weeks, the usual Monday meeting was brought forward to today. The usual and again for the 2nd time in 2 weeks, the concern of RF being 'burnt-out' was brought and my hormones-instability has put me into a very 'sensitive' situation that I was really pissed when SH mentioned that he was not happy that I give myself a 'quarantine' period which I do not want to "handle sales". Come on, this was not even discussed as my job description during my interview with Chris and then, no one even bother to update me about the title in the company website on 17th June.
Where is the fairness? When SH pushed for an answer that I think if I do open my mouth, I think I might get all out before I could control myself. Writing into a piece of paper and showed to RF as a way for me to "express my anger" has lead to a greater anger for SH and he in returned shouted at me and demanded to see the paper and claimed this being disrespectful for his culture. He left the room angrily despite GC & RF called after him. Seconds after, I followed with anger too. When I reached my desk, I was actually shaking all over without a reason I can understand while I called up JZ to enquire about freight situation just to calm myself down. Minutes later, RF & GC came back and I was too "emotional" to be around, I left for the 'cubicle-comfort' and cried my heart out for 30minutes while texting RF and JZ. I knew that RF cannot help me and I do not wish to tell him how I feel... or see me in tears...
GC and RF kept trying to attempt to talk to me especially GC who I couldn't be bothered to even listen to whatever she got to say despite my attendance was there in the meeting-room but my soul was not... She probably think that she is helpful and trying to 'work out' something but, she simply can't get thru to me...
Told RF that I wanted to have my lunch alone after he offered for the 3rd or maybe 4th time with GC informing me that SH would like to speak to me after lunch. With this situation, I recalled Port Moresby when MH yelled at me and even when the person who first gave you an opportunity, they are the one that created / gave the hell of a time (without them knowing it) and is the one that also disappointed you the most. While having my McD-Happy-Meal, I told myself, I will overcome this and give a period of 3months.
After lunch, SH apologized with the attendance of RF in the room. Silence from RF but for myself, it was simply courtesy and SH being 59years old this year with greying hair more than my own Dad, he probably need that extra 'respect' after 2 broken-marriages. How sincere is his apology, I couldn't care less but I will not want him to regret what he said to me.
Friday, June 20, 2014
Scribbles...
*18th June 2014* Left house about 7.30am despite that initially plan to leave 7.15am. As usual, Aunty Margie chit-chats a lot to me and I finally couldn't resist to inform her about the ants that are crawling around in the room on the bed. Munching an apple while walking to the Queensway MRT station was alright and it took me about 15minutes with normal speed. Reaches office at close to 8.20am and by the time I get to my desktop, it's 8.30am. The best thing about this company, there is no need the punch-card system. I arranged my shoes in the cabinet next to me and I took my sweet time to make my first coffee here from the expresso machine while chit-chatting with Gina about accommodation. |
Departed for DBS at Raffles City Shopping Centre with Stein on the a cab since he is going to trade his smartphone. Waited more than 15mins on the queue but the result was disappointing. Without a physical EP card, I need to deposit S$5,000 to open a new saving account! And so, I need to walk back to Millenia Tower again from yet another DBS trip. But, I took the slow walk from Basements to underpass and it just took me about 15minutes which just a slight sunshine after leaving Suntec City Tower 5. |
Stein gave me assignments that I'm totally not ready for as I did not expect the trading role will kick in first. |
Met up Tiffany from a Shipping Agent LBH
Group. She is such a lovely lady. *20th June 2014* Koufu is actually the nearest food-court near my office block at Millenia Walk. They will soon close for renovation till further notice. And it's a pity that it's going to take place because it's serving the cheapest in cost and the bigger size in volume compare to all the other neighbouring food-courts. My favourite "mee-pork" at SGD$3.80 |
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Singapore, the journey begins...
A drive down south across the border was a dream come thru with BKA6600 and assistance of map-applications. Worth a thousand indescribable words and an experience, money can't buy...
Singapore, the journey begins...
Sunday, May 04, 2014
I'm Undressed if I'm not Smiling..

It was a big surprise that KT gifted me vouchers from my favourite coffee joint, San Francisco Coffee!! - "Oh-so-very love it!!" He asked me to get myself a piece of cake and company it with a cup of coffee. But, because I want to commemorate this gift, I'm going to call them up to enquire where I can I exchange the voucher for a merchandize; "the heat-changing mug". I hope it will be for sale (or rather to exchange).

Since, JT decided to spend time away for the long weekends, our luncheon gathering for the girls was postponed to today. We supposed to have it at Jibby & Co, Empire Subang but it was full and they did not accept pre-book reservation, we adjourned to Chili's instead.
I ordered myself a light and healthy chicken taco and to my surprise, it's a rather huge serving. And I can't help smiling at the self-discovered "mickey-mouse" arrangement too. *Grinz*
While eating and chatting, JT informed me that Chili's will give free dessert for the birthday-person so, I was being a big mouth to pass on the message to PY and in return, I got a "selamba" tone reply back from her...Geezz, I do feel a little "let-down" with that no-excitement-reply since not everything comes for free everyday.
After the tables are clear and I'm still munching the free-flow-nanchos while watching the parents running after their kids and making very short conversations with YH... I do feel that this luncheon was a little boring... After a long while, the parents & kids came back to the tables and started fishing out $$ to pay, without much notice as I was talking to Isabel then, "Happy Birthday to you...." sang by a few waiter and waitress and along came the 'free dessert' with a lighted-candle. I looked up at JT who has a very surprised face expression and then, Isabel started crying as it was rather too loud and must have frighten her.
Nobody actually requested me to make a wish before I blow my candle and nobody offer to take photos with me... So, I blew it and just enjoy the free dessert myself with YH taking some shots of me.
I've 28 birthday wishes in my Facebook, 11 birthday wishes via WhatsApp and 4 birthday wishes via WeChat. That's how many friends I have with the help of social-platforms... *chuckled*
After dinner, both Bro and Dad said they forgotten that it's my birthday today. I replied, "It's no big deal, it's just another Sunday." Unfortunately, Mom raised this comment, "My daughter never wishes me on my birthday so I also never wish her on her birthday." This comment lingers thru my mind until I fall asleep...
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Dear No One...
Today, I feel that this lyric is just the right thinking of mine too...
I like being independent
Not so much of an investment
No one to tell me what to do
I like being by myself
Don’t gotta entertain anybody else
No one to answer to
But sometimes, I just want somebody to hold
Someone to give me their jacket when its cold
Got that young love even when we’re old
Yeah sometimes, I want someone to grab my hand
Pick me up, pull me close, be my man
I will love you till the end
So if you’re out there I swear to be good to you
But I’m done lookin’, for my future someone
Cause when the time is right
You’ll be here, but for now
Dear no one, this is your love song
I don’t really like big crowds
I tend to shut people out
I like my space, yeah
But I’d love to have a soul mate
God will give him to me someday
& I know it’ll be worth the wait
So if you’re out there I swear to be good to you
But I’m done lookin’, for my future someone
Cause when the time is right
You’ll be here, but for now
Dear no one, this is your love song
But sometimes, I just want somebody to hold
Someone to give me their jacket when its cold
Got that young love even when we’re old
Yeah sometimes, I want someone to grab my hand
Pick me up, pull me close, be my man
I will love you till the end
So if you’re out there I swear to be good to you
But I’m done lookin’, for my future someone
Cause when the time is right
You’ll be here, but for now
Dear no one, this is your love song
Song Written by Tori Kelly
I like being independent
Not so much of an investment
No one to tell me what to do
I like being by myself
Don’t gotta entertain anybody else
No one to answer to
But sometimes, I just want somebody to hold
Someone to give me their jacket when its cold
Got that young love even when we’re old
Yeah sometimes, I want someone to grab my hand
Pick me up, pull me close, be my man
I will love you till the end
So if you’re out there I swear to be good to you
But I’m done lookin’, for my future someone
Cause when the time is right
You’ll be here, but for now
Dear no one, this is your love song
I don’t really like big crowds
I tend to shut people out
I like my space, yeah
But I’d love to have a soul mate
God will give him to me someday
& I know it’ll be worth the wait
So if you’re out there I swear to be good to you
But I’m done lookin’, for my future someone
Cause when the time is right
You’ll be here, but for now
Dear no one, this is your love song
But sometimes, I just want somebody to hold
Someone to give me their jacket when its cold
Got that young love even when we’re old
Yeah sometimes, I want someone to grab my hand
Pick me up, pull me close, be my man
I will love you till the end
So if you’re out there I swear to be good to you
But I’m done lookin’, for my future someone
Cause when the time is right
You’ll be here, but for now
Dear no one, this is your love song
Song Written by Tori Kelly
Sunday, July 28, 2013
Korean Drama : Dong Yi
Yay! I'm done watching this 60 episodes of korean drama...
The last few episodes were a struggle after www.dramacrazy.net shut down...
Dong Yi (Hangul: 동이; Hanja: 同伊) is a 2010 South Korean historical television drama series, starring Han Hyo-joo, Ji Jin-hee, Lee So-yeon and Bae Su-bin.
Synopsis
The last few episodes were a struggle after www.dramacrazy.net shut down...
Dong Yi (Hangul: 동이; Hanja: 同伊) is a 2010 South Korean historical television drama series, starring Han Hyo-joo, Ji Jin-hee, Lee So-yeon and Bae Su-bin.
Synopsis
Set during the reign of King Sukjong in the Joseon dynasty, the series is based on the historical character Consort Suk. The story focuses on Dong Yi, a slave maid working in the Bureau of Music. Her warm personality, sincerity and exceptionally keen mind help her in solving difficult court intrigues and allow her to rise to become first a Lady of the Court and then as a concubine, despite being Lowborn. While solving a case, she meets the King who introduces himself as a Court Judge. He enjoys her treatment of him as a real court judge and falls in love with her. She also gains the favor of Queen Inhyeon and meets Jang Heebin, another concubine who is first an ally but later a bitter enemy. In her quest to survive in court and bring justice to the Lowborn she makes many allies such as Cha Chun Soo (who she considers an older brother though not blood-related), Seo Yong Gi (Police Chief), and Court Ladies Jung and Bong. Dong Yi becomes a concubine with the rank of Sook-bin, bears a son who, under her tutelage, later becomes the 21st king of Joseon, Yeongjo, the father of Crown Prince Sado (whom Yeongjo killed by placing him in a wooden coffin-like rice box to starve as punishment) and grandfather of Yi San.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Cancel Trip to Beijing, Shanghai & Hangzhou
China has always been my last priority or not-to-go country for holiday tour...
Simply being the reason that I speaks Mandarin but are characterly-blind with it... and deep inside me, I've never really fancy the Eastern culture as much... While I'm doing my research in preparation for my work-trip to Beijing and extension for leisure to visit the historical sites, Dad told me I'll turn around with my thinking once I return from it... So, will just wait and see...
Annoucement today by the Group Executive Director, "Due to H7N9, Beijing conference trip is cancel". With mixed feelings... Yeah... Lucky, I've only booked the air ticket from KL to Beijing and nothing else. But, all the reading research effort wasted...
Simply being the reason that I speaks Mandarin but are characterly-blind with it... and deep inside me, I've never really fancy the Eastern culture as much... While I'm doing my research in preparation for my work-trip to Beijing and extension for leisure to visit the historical sites, Dad told me I'll turn around with my thinking once I return from it... So, will just wait and see...
Annoucement today by the Group Executive Director, "Due to H7N9, Beijing conference trip is cancel". With mixed feelings... Yeah... Lucky, I've only booked the air ticket from KL to Beijing and nothing else. But, all the reading research effort wasted...