A surprise outing

Well, well... today's outing wasn't a pre-planned outing. It was set when my dear Mel texted me to hang out and so we went, me, Dave and Mel.

As usual, we walked around, shopped around which I didn't get myself anything, funny coz I don't have the mood to buy anything. I guess I was too tired since I bowled earlier this afternoon. Bowling was fine but wasn't marvelous. Score sucks! Anyway, ignore the bad stuff coz I want to focus on the happy stuff today. =)

Mel got herself some accessories which was great. Hmm.. feeling regret not getting anything for myself. Nevermind, at least I get to save $$ (hope Mel won't read this).

Seeing Mel in her new haircut really made me more desperate for a new haircut too.. but I have to withstand the temptations as I will have have my hair cut next month since Chinese New Year is 2 months ahead. I don't just need a new hair cut but a hair FIX. Can't wait to see how my hair will turn out to be. Hopefully it will be ok, fingers crossed!

After dinner, Mel suddenly brought out her camera which I drained her battery totally just to camwhore. *giggles* Well, obviously I wasn't a good poser. I had Mel to guide me in which I still fail. I'm always stiff and only shows the same facial expression and pose. However, today I dared myself (though still fail). We laughed so much and I enjoyed the outing.

After dinner

Warm-up session

Warm-up session 2

Trying to capture the full background image however too many people walking around
so couldn't get a good spot.

Ish, I hunch alot!

Close-up

I love this a lot!

Pose taught by Mel
WTF

I was complaining about my hair and Mel gave me some ideas on reducing the defects WT

Photographer of the day! Thanks darling!

MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone!

First of all, a very MERRY CHRISTMAS greeting to everyone! Again, a long pause since my last entry. I have been lazy and busy at the same time. This year's Christmas wasn't as great as any others. Well, due to a few reasons.

A month or two ago, the company I'm working in abolished the OT claims and that was after a salary reduction. That left us or probably myself only unhappy. However, the positive side of this is I don't have to work myself to at least 11 - 10 hours a day which really tires me. The bad side, yeah as you all can guess, lower income. Since started working for OTs months ago, I got myself a stiff neck which still hurts whenever I bend my neck backwards. Not sure if it's due to work or posture or even my sleeping posture.

Then, due to year end, workload increased. We have to work more despite no claims but then the company decided to allow OT claims from the 23rd till month end. Not to mention the tiny claims. I still don't find the appreciation I deserve from this company. Since they allow claims, I couldn't get myself to punch out as usual. I don't want to see my colleagues to suffer due to manpower shortage. I was so tired that I was asleep during the countdown. What a sad Christmas year, no where to go, nothing to do..

A week ago, the company offered me a not too good position which I need to be based in another state. I have other things in mind that's why I never request for more.

Apart from work, my mouth is giving me trouble. It hurts whenever I open my mouth as the sides were cracked. It was windy recently and probably it's dry. Like the Chinese say, dry wind *lol*. It has always been like this every year end. Oh ya..have a I mentioned dry lips as well? It bleeds every now and then despite how many gallons of water I drank each day. However, it's slowly recovering.. since I have to open my mouth every now and then, speak, eat, drink and even to brush my teeth.

Seems like I start of this entry sadly. Enough of that I supposed. During the Christmas season, shopping malls are known to set up nice Christmas decorations and I've only managed to visit a few. However, I didn't take shots for all of them. Just a few.

At the Curve

At the Street, Curve

Spotted this disturbing piece at the bazaar (Curve)

Manage to meet my Mentor (Yap) with my colleague (WenHan).
At MidValley, with Candles.

Oh ya, I'm currently into hair bands and other unique accessories.. As you can see in the pictures. I think those hairbands can at least keep my hair slightly tidier. Ya.. I know, it looks like a mess.. and now I have to crack my head to find the right hairstyle for myself for the coming new year. Any ideas?

Once again, Merry Christmas everybody! May your Christmas be joyful and wonderful and memorable and nice and glorious etc etc.

Awaiting.....

Yes, I'm awaiting for something. Supposed to get it yesterday but it's only available TODAY!! Hopefully *fingers cross*.

Getting excited each second. It's the thought of being able to use it online wherever I can, the thought of using something new that excites me.

Till later!! *Heart skips a beat* *Evil laughter*

After a (not so) long break..

I don't feel like working. *LOL*

However, coming to work this morning was as smooth as silk. I wish the traffic is like this morning for the rest of my life.

Something's bothering me and it is my weight problem. More and more people mentioned that I've gained weight, probably I am being over-sensitive but it bothers me a lil'. I guess I have to start watching what I put into my mouth. At least I will have to eat healthy! Start from today! I should start exercising again... NO MORE EXCUSES *determined*

Enough of the sad issue. I'm currently waiting for samples to come, it's a quiet morning but deep in me, I wish it'll be quiet throughout the day...week....months....years... Nah, nothing's perfect, nothing ends the way a person wants.

My dear plans to buy a mobile phone and I'm still contemplating whether or not to change my phone as well. I've been using mine since 2 Christmases ago. However, it's still working fine. Should I or Should I Not? I've been spending alot ever since I started working. *worries*

Enough for now. Back to reality a.k.a. WORK! Dreadful....

Food at the Island

Although I'm always busy with work but there will always be time for food especially when it comes to trying out new stalls.

Actually what I tried out was new at that time but not anymore maybe. This is because I visited the restaurant months ago, labour day which wasn't that long ago anyway. *grins*

No, I had not had food at any island but Island Red Cafe. As usual, I prefer to post pictures rather than explaining.

Their menu, you can also get it online here (which is more up-to-date)

Me and my cup of Iced Lemon Tea

His fav. drink, Jasmine Tea
I'm not a fan of jasmine tea not especially the sweet version
(IMO, jasmine tea, the sweet ones in general taste like soap)

Chicken Maryland

Fish & Chip
I prefer real slice of fish, if you know what I mean.

Couldn't complain much due to the not-too-expensive pricing. Love the sour creams and mayo though.

My sis got me....

Stickers... Yes, she got me my favourite stickers. Stickers make me HAPPY *smiling*

These are what she got me earlier of the week

Then these five cuties she bought last night
Look at the lion, the sundae, the mineral bottle...never ending cuteness
I can look at them for hours, enjoying and checking to see if there's any faults

Rest day

It's nice to have a day of rest after all these months hectic working hours. I do miss my time sitting in front of the PC doing nothing.

Yeah.. I guess that's what I'm gonna do today!

Life for the past 2 months

It has been more than 2 months since my last post. There are reasons particularly my small surgery that I've undergone recently. Nothing serious, I'm just taking time to recover which means no bowling, no active lifestyle, no peanuts, no beef...yet(never ending list of PANTANGS).

As for my workplace, most of my colleagues have left the company and there is/are still other(s) yet to leave. Probably I should start planning soon. Working in such an environment isn't easy but nothing is ever easy again. Probably there isn't supposed to have personal time when one starts working. I miss outing with my family, my bf and my friends. I just hope a miracle can happen. =(

There are so many things I need/want right now. I'm confused.......
Till next post!

Weekend surprise... (Part II)

After Jonker Street that evening, we had "Satay Celup" (Peanut gravy dip). Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures of the food we ate as we were too hungry to remember *shy*. Anyway, it's like any other common "luk luk" we can get in other places except for the satay dip they provide us to cook our food instead of plain water/soup.

Next was the "Eye on Malaysia". Anybody who missed the opportunity to take a ride on this ferris wheel like me can always come to Melaka to redeem the chance to ride it.

The price list for Eye on Malaysia (Melaka).
However, adults with MyKad are entitled for a 50% discount

Overview of the Ferris Wheel

At the entrance

Dave

In the gondola

Right after our ride

The following morning, we managed to visit the Maritime Museum "Flor De La Mar". The ship is actually a rebuilt ship meant to be a museum. Some pictures ..

Two statue on board

We need to remove our shoes/slippers/sandals/heels etc etc upon entering the museum.
Do not fret as plastic bags will be provided. *lol*

Canon!

Models of ship

Ancient armoury

Ancient money

Some coins. Notice the word "Bastardo" here? I thought it meant Bastard! ??

Imitating Hang Tuah

Side view of the ship

Front view of the ship

Dataran Pahlawan

When we felt hungry, we had lunch at a famous chicken rice stall. We had to queue for about 15-20 minutes just to be seated.

While waiting for my chicken rice

The famous chicken rice balls!
Yummy!! Initially it looks like fish balls

My favourite steamed chicken

Right after the main meal, comes the dessert. We tried out another stall's Cendol which was not bad.

Them preparing the cendols

Durian Cendol

Even though I didn't go around alot but it's not a bad place to be in with all the nice foods and desserts..yummy yummy! Looking forward to visit other states as well.