Happpppppppppppppppppy!!

I am so happy!!!
Like bursting with happiness happy.

I finished my work today. Aaaah.. the satisfaction of finishing work on a Friday.
I have been working really hard this week so that I have no outstanding work for next week. Which means I am absolutely knackered but I am so happy!

My journey home will commence in 9 hours time...

Birmingham - Heathrow - Columbo - KL - Muar.

Happy Days

Y O R K!!!

I wanna go on road trip again!!!
I heart road trips.
Invite me to road trips again!

Its Thursday!!!
I can't believe I will actually be home on Sunday.

I just hope time will go really slowly next week.

I am so happy.

Don't Get..

There are many things I don't understand.

Like I don't get it why when I see green green grass in the UK on a sunny sunny day, all I want to do is lie on the grass and do nothing. I would never do that in Malaysia. Crazy ah...

I don't get it when there are people who live in castles and there are people out there who are homeless and starving. How does the law of attraction work here? Why do some people have such a 'kesian' (pityful) life while others live like a king?

I don't get it that people can get pissed off. Actually I do get it cause I used to have 'anger management' problems too when I was a teenager. But now I think I am emotionally retarded. I don't feel angry anymore. I know something is wrong with me. And when people around me get angry, I am not quite sure how to deal with the situation. Relek lah. Life is too short to get pissed off. Plus getting angry is bad for the skin. Actually I don't get angry cause I want to protect my skin. PJ is such a vain pig.

Today I was at Tesco and this guy in front of me split his shopping (lots and lots of food) into 3 and paid with 3 different credit cards each time. I don't get it at all. Maybe he likes to use different cards for different shopping items. God knows why he did that. Only thing is I feel he is wasting everyone's time cause the queue was freaking long. The guy behind me was a little bit pissed. Relek lah. It is his shopping not your shopping. So as he like lah.

Currently watching Nodame Special! It is a continuation of the series. Nodame is now in Europe with Chiaki. Gyabo!

York Weekender

I didn't take many photos at York because I forgot my camera.
Did take some with my phone before it died.
And of course PJ had forgotten to bring her phone charger to York.
Typical.

So throughout the trip I was switching off my phone and turning it on again, saving the battery for any special moments.

York Minister.



Cute ice-cream vans. So cute you wanna drive it home cute.



We went to the York Dungeon.
I am not normally into 'scary' stuff like this.
But Ef and Grace managed to convince me somehow.

At the Dungeon gift shop with Poker Faces.

Grace..


Ef and Michelle...



It wasn't that scary lah. But I was glad to be out of the dungeon!

We had tea at Betty's the famous York tea place which has been around since 1919!
There was actually a queue at Betty's which is how popular it is.








I had mushroom and pancakes at Betty's
The first time I had this was when Stella made it.
I still remember her 'prefect' crepes and juicy mushrooms.
I thought Betty's pancake was a bit too thick.
Maybe because I have had Stella's light,thin,healthy crepes.

But I would definitely recommend anyone going to York to check out Betty's.
It has really nice, fresh scones. I love the ambience at Betty's, very traditional English. If I were to visit York again, I would definitely go there for a cup of tea and scones.



Thanks gals. It was a fab weekend in York. Love it!

Will up pics of Castle Howard when I get my hands one them.

Ps - I have finally decided on what to wear on Saturday for my plane flight home. I wish people can just wear their pyjamas. Especially if it is more than 10 hours! I wonder if I will look weird if I wear my pyjamas on the plane. But I think I will stick to my specially picked attire. I spent a long time deciding on something that I will look 'ok' walking about at the airport and also comfy enough to sleep on the long long journey home.

This time next week, I will be home with mama and papa, and I will try my best to be a good girl at home.

Grey's Anatomy S.4

I started watching the new season of Grey's Anatomy.

Season 3 was disappointing.
Just finish watching the 1st episode of the new season and it is brilliant.
Hope Season 4 will be good.

York weekend was awesome.
My first English road trip.
Will put up pics soon.

Now I need to get back to Greys.

Ciao.

The Weather

British people are obssessed with the weather!
They talk about the weather all the time!
And after living here for almost 5 years, it is quite normal to become obssessed about the weather too.

You pray everyday for Big Sun day!

Check out the weather in York this weekend - YORK BANK HOLIDAY WEATHER.

Big Sun Day! Big Sun Day! Big Sun Day!!

Excitingness! I am going to bring my sunglasses for good luck...

Er Zuo Ju

我找不到很好的原因
屈足等着一切的亲密
这感觉太奇异
我抱歉不能说明
我相信着爱情的定义
奇迹会发生也不一定
风温柔的清晰
也许飘来好消息
一切新鲜 有点冒险
请告诉我怎么走到终点
没有人了解
没有人像我和陌生人爱恋
我想我会开始想念你
可是我刚刚才遇见了你
我怀疑这奇遇只是个恶作剧
我想我已慢慢喜欢你
因为我拥有爱情的勇气
我任性投入你给的恶作剧
你给的恶作剧

I heart this song which is on my side bar - Er Zuo Ju.
The song is about falling in love with a stranger.
The feeling that is impossible to understand when you fall in love with someone you hardly know. When all you can think of is that stranger who is so far far away. And how you wish you can meet that stranger again...

So jiwang!!!

'Happiness is when you see the cake rising in the oven...'

Comfort Food

Bubur..


Having a bowl of rice porridge to keep warm on a cold spring day. (it has been really cold after a nice sunny spell last week.) This is the easiest dish ever. Put everything you want into the pot - rice, veg, ikan billis (anchovis), mushrooms, salt and pepper, corn, crab sticks, stock... add water, cover and cook until it is cook. Minimum effort maximum satisfaction.

Sunday lunch - Croque Madame..


Trust the French to come up with all these fancy names to make food sound better.
Basically croque madame is just ovened sandwich with cheese, ham and runny egg on top.

I substituted ham with asparagus and it was delish.
I did soak the aasparagus in hot water for a few mins before putting it in the oven with the sandwich. Just to soften it a bit, otherwise it might be too hard. But do not soak too long or the flavour will be all gone. I used organic red Leicester cheese which was delish.

Croque madame is very easy to make. Butter the bread, sprinkle with grated cheese, add ham and eggs (runny side up), bake for 10 mins until it is done! Be more generous with the cheese, I didn't put too much cheese cause I am watching my weight at the moment. Saving space for when I go home in 2 weeks time.

This week is going to be good. I can feeeel it.

Hope this week will be a fabulous week for everyone!

Asking

Bro thinks I am like the 'alchemist'.
Whatever I want always happens.
That is not 100% true.
But most things that I want have happened.

Most of the things that happen is because of luck.
But hey, I do work hard too!

I was speaking to a friend and he shared with me what he thinks faith is about.

When we ask God for something and if it is in His Plans we will get it.
If it is not in His Plans, we will not get it because He has other plans for us.
If something is in His Plans and we did not ask for it, we will not get it.
God is free will and wants us to depend on Him.

I guess what he is saying does make sense.
He believes things happen in life is because we ask God for it.

I personally think it is greedy to ask God for things.
Maybe it is just me.
I believe things in life happen for a reason and that everything is meant to be.

Perhaps my friend is right.
Things happen in life because we asked for it.

Mum reminded me of when I was a child I always wanted to see the world.
So much that I even sewed a picture of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck in a boat with the words 'Around The World.'
I always complain to dad 'why can't we go on holiday like everyone else? let's go to disney land...'
I remember dad replying 'ah...you can always go there when you are older.'
And I remember thinking 'it won't be fun going when you are all grown up.'
Many of my friends have been to Disneyland but I have never wanted to go since the conversation with dad. I just feel too old for that now. Maybe one day I will go with my kids.

Perhaps me being here is something I have 'willed' to happen and God has kindly granted that wish.
And yet sometimes I wonder why am I here, so far away from family and all that.
I think I should stop wondering because I know 10 years from now I will know the 'reason' I was here.

For now I am thankful my wish has been granted.
What more can I ask?
I am grateful for all the blessings I have received.
Life has been amazing.
Hopefully one day I can look back and say Life has been phenomenal.

Pichas From My Phone

My phone takes better pictures than my camera!

Perhaps it is time to get a new camera.

Magnolias from Windsor Park..


More flowers..



Ferny's yummmmmmy pasta..


This is for Stella..(Mt Fuji Bento - new bento place in Birm.)


When I took this I remember a conversation with Uncle LM about creating 'vistas' in photos. I was trying to create a vista in this pic. Not sure if I got it but I do love this pic very much.


Horses..I was quite scared of them to be honest. I was so scared they will go crazy and jump over the fence and...


The evening walks..



Dusk..


Will miss the green fields..

Green Fields

Yes have been lucky to get a job up here at the Peak District.

It is in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by green fields, herding sheeps, cows, horses.... the absolute English countryside.
The kind of England I imagined it to be from reading Enid Blyton's books when I was a little girl.

I love it here.

It is a nice escape from the hustle and bustle of Birmingham.

It is peaceful and quiet here.

Actually there is nothing here except for the abundant natural beauty of mother nature.

They don't even have a tesco around here!

Instead they have a nice farm shop.
It is lovely but the prices there are a wee bit high me thinks.
I guess the shoppers can afford it as most of them are rich pensioners enjoying their retirement in the lovely countryside.

I walk for 2 miles everyday to work.
I actually really enjoy the walking.
Plus it has been nice and sunny all week long.

And in the evenings after work, I take more walks, sit in the park and read.
Bliss.
Feels like a pensioner.
Love it.

I realised that there are many angels around.
As I walked to work, a car pulled up and gave me a lift.
It is one of the staff at the clients.
Bless..

It has been a most wonderful week.
And I am ever so grateful to have been here.

Might put up some pics when I get back if they turn out ok as I took them with my phone.

Bon weekend...

Xxx

Quote of the day...

"Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul....It is better in prayer to have a heart without words than words without a heart." Mahatma Ghandi

Love Revolution

I finished watching Love Revolution for the second time in my life yesterday.
As a result of that went to bed at almost 3am.
Can't remember the last time I did that.

But I couldn't stop watching because it was so good.

The big question in this drama is : 'would you give up your career for your man?'

At the end of the day, you just have to know what is the most important thing to you.

''At that moment, relying on the welcoming light, go ahead and fall in love...''

Kiss Of Life by Ken Hirai

Everyday every night wanna kiss want your lips
It all begins with a kiss
Let this soft innocence
Continue from this moment on...

Lastminute.com

I am not normally a last minute person. (unless I am really busy and forgetfulness sets in..)

When I am in college, I would pack my bags to go home like a month in advance!

I am not a control freak or a person who plans stuff but when I am away from home and I know that I am going home I like to plan things like pack my bags, book my flights super early and be excited for about half a year!

I was reading Fel's sister's post about her lastminute desire to go home to Indo during the National Day hols in Spore.

And I just thought to myself, I want to go home toooo.

Except that it is not as easy since I need to book a day's long flight to go home.

But I did just that.

Cause I am feeling homesick.
I want to go home - see papa and mama.
I want to be reminded that I have a place to go back to when things are rough.

Thank God for Lastminute.com.

So yes I will be home for 6 days starting 1 June 08!

3 more weeks.

Excitingness!

PS - Currently rewatching Love Revolution. I love this show so much and it is amazing after so many years I still love it just as much if not more.

Happiness is..

Was on the phone with someone I have not spoken to for a while today and had the weirdest conversation ever.

J : You have to introduce me to your boyfriend next time we meet.
PJ : huh?
J : I have spies.
PJ : huh? (must be spying on the wrong person..)
J : I know one.
PJ : *speechless (what is J on a bout?!!!)
J : I know because you sound so happy.

Its quite funny me thinks.
Why does people associate happiness with having a boyfriend?

Things that make PJ happy happy happy...

I always feel very happy when I have breakfast in the morning.
Like really happy with a cup of hot tea before dashing off to work.

I am happy when mum sends me random text that I have to read a couple of times to get what she means with her many abbreviations.

I have been feeling really happy today because finally summer is here.
It feels like it has been winter all year.
Finally!!!!

Controversial

Currently watching Last Friends.

Controversial. Love it.

Some random Monday banter..

Dr Mahathir has started his own blog!
I love Dr M. But I don't like how he can't seem to let go.
I think he should just let go of politics and enjoy his retirement.
He left on a high and should just leave it as that me thinks.

Completeness.
I was on the cab today and the driver was a Bangladeshi guy and he told me he is looking for a partner to settle down.
He said '...we all need to get married and settle down,otherwise we will not be complete..'

Can't help but wonder why we need to have someone to feel complete.
Why did God created Eve to complete Adam?
Hmmm..

Whenever I tell people I feel homesick or down...
The answer is almost always along the lines 'find a boyfriend and you won't be homesick...' or 'find a boyfriend and you will be happy.'
Seems like everyone thinks that 'that' is the only solution to all problems.

Hmmm...

Mind is blank at the moment.
Lots of washing up to do...

I wish I could just jump on a plane and go to Hokaido to eat sushi.
That will make me very very very happy!!!

Punch Bowl @ Windsor Park

Was greeted by Ferny's lovely tullips when I arrived.

They were only babies the last time I was here. Look at them now!! All grown up...

I shall let the beautiful pics speak for the 'big sun day' at Windsor park today...

British Blue Bells!!




I look like a monkey in this picture.


I have been to Windsor park before but this is my first visit when the flowers are actually in full bloom.

Our first sight of 'punch bowl'...



So pretty!!!








Saw this and it reminded me of the pic I took at Tenby.



Geong Sen spent all morning preparing the bestest picnic sandwich ever!



Thanks guys for bringing me to Windsor Park! Love it!

Melodi

Kau melodi yang indah
Menusuk di jiwa
Tanpamu
Hidupku tak bermakna
多么实在的感觉 望著你的脸
这一刻 我到了被人遗忘的永远
Pertemuan yang tanpa diduga
像迷路的人找到回家的路线
Engkau bak lagu dan aku bagai irama
Bersatu kita mewarnai hidup bersama
Tanpamu hilanglah nadi kita berdua
Menderita tiada haluan
Woo~ 在我心里最动听的melody

Kau melodi yang indah
Menusuk di jiwa
Tanpamu
Hidupku tak bermakna
多么实在的感觉 望著你的脸
这一刻 我到了被人遗忘的永远
Pertemuan yang tanpa diduga
像迷路的人找到回家的路线
Engkau bak lagu dan aku bagai irama
Bersatu kita mewarnai hidup bersama
Tanpamu hilanglah nadi kita berdua
Menderita tiada haluan
Woo~ 在我心里最动听的melody

Engkau bak lagu dan aku bagai irama
Bersatu kita mewarnai hidup bersama
Tanpamu hilanglah nadi kita berdua
Menderita tiada haluan
Woo~ 在我心里最动听的melody

Menderita tiada haluan
Woo~ 在我心里最动听的melody