This weekend has been absolutely fabtastic.
Macam Chinese New Year the weekend felt. I realised I don't have any photos cause I thought there must have been like 5 cameras flying about, so I didn't bother snapping any photos. Will nick from the others later.
My mission for the weekend was to finish off the food I had left in my kitchen as I am off next week. So, I thought since I have a full house this weekend I would cook for the people I love love love. Damn fail because I now have more food in the fridge than before. I went to the market to get ingredients but ended up buying way too much. Not sure how I am going to finish all the food in the fridge. Also have a few farewell meals planned this week. Maybe I will cook again and have another diner party. Then I will end up buying way too much food and cannot finish my food again! Vicous cycle. Aiya, should have just gone out to eat. But I love love love to cook for the people I love love love. I am sadistic, I love to force my loved ones to eat my food.
Felt very terharu by a quote that MY wrote on the farewell card.
'I am not afraid of the storm because I am learning to sail.' *Hearts*
A big thank you to everyone who made it to Birm to spend my penultimate weekend in UK. Domo Arigato...
Monday, August 31, 2009
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Many Many Well Wishes
Had to repeat my mum's house address like a million times today.
Ok I am exageratting.
Had to call up the utility companies - gas, electricity, phone, mobile etc to cancel my service and give them the forwarding address for the final bill.
So I had to SPELL mum's home address for them like a million times today.
Although I received a lot of well wishes from the operators of the untility companies when they found out I was moving home and am not interested in any upgrades.
I feel very terharu by the many many well wishes....*Hearts*
Ok I am exageratting.
Had to call up the utility companies - gas, electricity, phone, mobile etc to cancel my service and give them the forwarding address for the final bill.
So I had to SPELL mum's home address for them like a million times today.
Although I received a lot of well wishes from the operators of the untility companies when they found out I was moving home and am not interested in any upgrades.
I feel very terharu by the many many well wishes....*Hearts*
Friday, August 28, 2009
Almost Time
I am really looking forward to moving on...
But it is sad at the same time.
Will miss the few good friends I made here.
And the bloody weather will be much missed too.
12.5 more days...
Can't believe how quick it has been and will be.
Also realised that this blog will cease soon as I have decided to stop blogging, which makes me feel a bit sad. I will miss blogging. It has been part of my life for the last few years. But things are getting too personal. Many things are becoming unbloggable. The blog is becoming too close to comfort. And its time to let go.
Perhaps I will miss blogging and start a secret blog about my new life...
But that shall remain a secret that is yet to be known.
P/s - I love the Korean song Haru Haru. I think GH and JA's rendition is way better than Tashanie's and SHE's versions. Love it.
P/s/s - I am really craving for roti canai and red bean ice cream. Really really craving...
But it is sad at the same time.
Will miss the few good friends I made here.
And the bloody weather will be much missed too.
12.5 more days...
Can't believe how quick it has been and will be.
Also realised that this blog will cease soon as I have decided to stop blogging, which makes me feel a bit sad. I will miss blogging. It has been part of my life for the last few years. But things are getting too personal. Many things are becoming unbloggable. The blog is becoming too close to comfort. And its time to let go.
Perhaps I will miss blogging and start a secret blog about my new life...
But that shall remain a secret that is yet to be known.
P/s - I love the Korean song Haru Haru. I think GH and JA's rendition is way better than Tashanie's and SHE's versions. Love it.
P/s/s - I am really craving for roti canai and red bean ice cream. Really really craving...
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
19.19
Unbelievable!
I thought I stopped breathing.
Usain Bolt Rocks!
Don't even remember who came second.
AMAZING!!!!
p/s - I heart Green Day's 21 Guns. Love it love it love it love it... I know my bro is going say I have weird taste in music.
I thought I stopped breathing.
Usain Bolt Rocks!
Don't even remember who came second.
AMAZING!!!!
p/s - I heart Green Day's 21 Guns. Love it love it love it love it... I know my bro is going say I have weird taste in music.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Yummy Mummies
When I see my uncles and aunties growing old gracefully and glamorously, it makes me want to be fitter. Even my dad is really fit and totally into his morning exercise routine and even started lifting weights! Macho giler.
So I went for a run this morning. Made the mistake of thinking it will be warm because it is nice and sunny. It was freezing cold outside.
Perhaps the summer is really over for good and it reminded me that the end is near. I am so thankful for the summer of 2009. It is my last summer in the UK. It is weird that I won't be around to see the autumn leaves. Gonna miss the cranky English weather. No one does a good cranky weather like the English do...will be missed dearly.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Happiness...
...is being contented with less and to be constantly suprise by the abundance of life.
Had my second buffet this month. The last one was on Friday where we went to a steam boat buffet place before going for Karaoke. My first time at a karaoke actually. Was really tired but somehow managed to stay out till almost 2am.
Tonight, went to Jimmy's Spices with the boys at work. I remember going with bro and he loved it albeit feeling really sick afterwards. Thats the thing about buffets. You always feel really really sick afterwards.
Fail lah me. Have been wanting to eat healthy since...well, a long time ago.
Today's lunch was Nandos - corn on cob with spicy rice. Damn fail me. Thats what happens when you work with 3 Big Boys who would still look fab even if they put on weight.
Although I was suprised they didn't eat much at the buffet tonight...
...After we paid the bill, they headed to the ice cream bar and decided to compete who can squeeze the most ice cream out of the machine...-_-U
And then they skipped back happily to the car park, dripping ice cream as a trail for the big fat wolf. <3
P/s - Boys always have a good night out without being bitchy. How? They replace the Big B (Bitching) with 3 smaller bs. Balls, Booze and Boobs.... Ya lah thats all they think and talk about. They would apologize to me before they start yakking about the 3rd b. Hillariously entertaining that is.
Had my second buffet this month. The last one was on Friday where we went to a steam boat buffet place before going for Karaoke. My first time at a karaoke actually. Was really tired but somehow managed to stay out till almost 2am.
Tonight, went to Jimmy's Spices with the boys at work. I remember going with bro and he loved it albeit feeling really sick afterwards. Thats the thing about buffets. You always feel really really sick afterwards.
Fail lah me. Have been wanting to eat healthy since...well, a long time ago.
Today's lunch was Nandos - corn on cob with spicy rice. Damn fail me. Thats what happens when you work with 3 Big Boys who would still look fab even if they put on weight.
Although I was suprised they didn't eat much at the buffet tonight...
...After we paid the bill, they headed to the ice cream bar and decided to compete who can squeeze the most ice cream out of the machine...-_-U
And then they skipped back happily to the car park, dripping ice cream as a trail for the big fat wolf. <3
P/s - Boys always have a good night out without being bitchy. How? They replace the Big B (Bitching) with 3 smaller bs. Balls, Booze and Boobs.... Ya lah thats all they think and talk about. They would apologize to me before they start yakking about the 3rd b. Hillariously entertaining that is.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
No Turning Back
Walked home for the last time with W today.
The last time. It feels so strange..
Its sad but I am very happy for the new life she is embarking on.
She said the same to me when I told her my decision a while back.
Feels like just yesterday we were walking home after college.
Feels like yesterday when I was at her lovely wedding.
Its amazing a year has passed by in a blink.
The world is only tiny. I am sure we will meet again someday...
Take care and thanks for caring.
The last time. It feels so strange..
Its sad but I am very happy for the new life she is embarking on.
She said the same to me when I told her my decision a while back.
Feels like just yesterday we were walking home after college.
Feels like yesterday when I was at her lovely wedding.
Its amazing a year has passed by in a blink.
The world is only tiny. I am sure we will meet again someday...
Take care and thanks for caring.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Fairy Tales
I remember when I was kid. I used to watch the video tape of my cousins in Disneyland USA. I loved that tape! My uncle made it for grandma and she used to put it on lots. She never sits down to watch it though. After a while she will be out in the garden or kitchen. She is not one that can sit still to finish a video or anything on TV. I remember she had some Chinese Opera videos. She would get us to put it on and after 10 minutes she will be in the garden. Thats my grandma.
One of the things that I remember of my cousin's trip to Disneyland was they went on a 'Its A Small World' ride! They did lots of other stuff there but the one thing that really stick in my mind was It's a small world ride.
And suprisingly that was the One thing that I really love when I went to Disneyland Paris. I love love love it!
After watching my uncle's video, I remember asking my dad to bring us to Disneyland. And he was like '..you are too young to go. Wait till you are older.' I must have been almost 11 then. I told him Disneyland is for kids, I don't want to go when I am older! I was pretty wise for an 11 year old. And I was right and so was dad.
Disneyland is the biggest commercialization ever! I am not sure if I want to bring my kids there and spend money on overpriced food and queue for ages to go on rides. Perhaps I will if I am rich. It is fun, happy place for kids. I had a good time at Disneyland with Stella but part of me felt like I am too old for Disneyland. Mickey Mouse and gang doesn't impress me anymore. Although I love all the made in China stuff they sell at the Disney store! Disneyland has got to be the biggest money making machine in the world! Hate it or love it.
Perhaps that is why I never really fancied going to Disneyland.
I dislike how commercialised it is. Making parents spend shit lots of money for their spoilt kids.
Perhaps I have stopped believing in fairy tales and happy endings.
Do I want my kids to believe in fairy tales and happy endings?
I don't know. I will have to let them make their mind about that.
But I would love to go on the It's a Small World ride again. Maybe I will bring my kids there after all. Perhaps they can help me believe in fairy tales and happy endings.
P/s - Just read back my post. Have to laugh because it sounds like I already have lots of kids! Trying to make sense of my hectic calendar. I wish I am on the plane with some gin and tonic. That will be bliss... no calendars, no datelines...just chill for 12 hours.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Sunset
I love the sun set view from my flat.
Its the best in the world me thinks.
Just finished work. Its almost 11pm now. Tres fatigue mais tres content.
Should go to bed but feeling a bit high because have been listening to JLS all night on repeat.
Photo taken with Dadu's killer camera. Tu me manques beaucoup beaucoup....
Sunday, August 09, 2009
Merci Beaucoup!
The past 3 weeks has been fabulous and I feel so thankful for every minute of it.
I want to thank...
...Stella who brought lots of sunshiny love from Mauritius.
...Penny and Qassim for their kindness and hospitality at Bath.
...Nicolas, Emilie and Dipti for the fun time in Paris.
...Isabella and Antoine for the lovely french lunch at Orleans.
...the 3 lovely boys, Tobias, SimSim and SamSam for bringing a smile to our faces.
...Stella's uncle, aunty and cousin Joele in Romford for the Amazing 'mari bon' Mauritian diner.
...KJ for wickedy Turkish diner in Camden.
...my lovely aunty MN for bringing me goodies from Malaysia.
...my wonderful wonderful family for always always bearing with my crankiness.
...and last but not least a big thank you to God who has blessed me with His abundant Love.
I realised today, I need to let go and let God be in charge because He will make a way for me come what may. Amen! xoxo
I want to thank...
...Stella who brought lots of sunshiny love from Mauritius.
...Penny and Qassim for their kindness and hospitality at Bath.
...Nicolas, Emilie and Dipti for the fun time in Paris.
...Isabella and Antoine for the lovely french lunch at Orleans.
...the 3 lovely boys, Tobias, SimSim and SamSam for bringing a smile to our faces.
...Stella's uncle, aunty and cousin Joele in Romford for the Amazing 'mari bon' Mauritian diner.
...KJ for wickedy Turkish diner in Camden.
...my lovely aunty MN for bringing me goodies from Malaysia.
...my wonderful wonderful family for always always bearing with my crankiness.
...and last but not least a big thank you to God who has blessed me with His abundant Love.
I realised today, I need to let go and let God be in charge because He will make a way for me come what may. Amen! xoxo
Friday, August 07, 2009
C'est Une Petit Monde Part 3
Happy Days pass by so quickly.
But...
...we all have More Happy Days to look forward to!
XxxXxx
Monday, August 03, 2009
C'est Une Petit Monde Part 2
PJ and Dadu Jingjing!
The 3 Cousins Jangjang!
Green Pants is the Popom!
Yes there will be Part 3 because I can't decide which photos are my fave. More photos coming up!
The 3 Cousins Jangjang!
Green Pants is the Popom!
Yes there will be Part 3 because I can't decide which photos are my fave. More photos coming up!
Sunday, August 02, 2009
C'est Un Petit Monde Part One
Marley
Almost Sunny Bicester
Macam in USA
Always Wet Windy Bath
Lately I have been meeting a lot of overseas Chinese (ie Chinese people from all over the world, from China, HK, Vietnam, Mauritius, Malaysia etc). People who share simmilar experiences to me. People who feel the same as me. People who understands how I feel about many things. It touches me to know I am not alone. These old friends (and some new friends) all feel the same like me with a yearning to go back home. Its amazing that we all feel the same despite being so different, among us there are singles, people in long term relationships, newly engaged, amazing mothers...and yet we all feel the same. Although our reasons may not always be the same but deep down we all understand how it feels to be away from home and the good and bad that awaits us back home. Whatever the future holds we are all hopeful of good times to come.
Coming soon - 'Its a small world Part Deux'. Watch this space.
Almost Sunny Bicester
Macam in USA
Always Wet Windy Bath
Lately I have been meeting a lot of overseas Chinese (ie Chinese people from all over the world, from China, HK, Vietnam, Mauritius, Malaysia etc). People who share simmilar experiences to me. People who feel the same as me. People who understands how I feel about many things. It touches me to know I am not alone. These old friends (and some new friends) all feel the same like me with a yearning to go back home. Its amazing that we all feel the same despite being so different, among us there are singles, people in long term relationships, newly engaged, amazing mothers...and yet we all feel the same. Although our reasons may not always be the same but deep down we all understand how it feels to be away from home and the good and bad that awaits us back home. Whatever the future holds we are all hopeful of good times to come.
Coming soon - 'Its a small world Part Deux'. Watch this space.
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