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back #2

2009-09-16T13:50:00.002+08:00

Been absent for a while...

Quite losing the drive and inspiration to write...

But the past IS the past...

Now that I AM BACK...

It IS what matters :)

don't you agree?

2009-08-07T11:41:00.001+08:00

On the verge of falling....

real low

heeee

2009-07-30T20:55:00.003+08:00

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Updates yeah....

1. The new store is NOW open!!!
Blomst is open, so do come down and let us know what you think. We are at Jln. Sultan Iskandar Muda no 9, Arteri Pondok Indah. Still figuring what we are doing??
We sell variety of artificial flowers and decoration items, from vases, trees, candle holders, ribbons and so many more.

Hoping for weekends to come so at least I can sit down and enjoy a bit. Moreover, we are expecting much bigger crowds on weekend.

2. Baby Nathan is over a month now, almost two in fact. One thing for sure, he doesn't act like a 1-month old baby. haha... oh man if only you could see it by yourself, you'd agree in no time. He smiles when you talk and praise him, he cries when he's ignored, he entertains himself by 'singing' alone hahaha

not so 'charming pic of Nathan hahaha

3. I...oh... WE ARE flying over to Singapore. We a.k.a mom, Yohan and I. Going to take a trip to China with lil sis and friend. Ugh...so looking forward to this one.

4. Sorry...gtg now.It's over 8pm now... ciao

braces blah

2009-07-16T17:55:00.001+08:00

Braces really kill heh

Already lost around 2-3kgs :)

Slowly will gain back those loss...sigh, and I thought I'd be happy to shed some fats

I WANT TO EAT YUMMY FOOD!!!

congrats bride and groom

2009-07-04T12:42:00.001+08:00

Today is an auspicious day to get married, I believe.

I know at least 4 couples who are going to be officially husband and wife on 4th July 2009.

CONGRATS!!!

update lah

2009-06-29T17:36:00.002+08:00

The blog has been pretty deserted since my return to Jakarta. Partly because of the lack of Internet connection. Partly because I am simply busy. Partly because I am too lazy to write things when I have the time.

So now that I am pretty bored in the office doing nothing... here comes more updates:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to THE BEST MOM ON EARTH!!!
Mucha mucha love and hugz...
Sis is back in town for slightly over a week. Haha rameee....
Exactly a month from today, the new artificial flowers and decoration store 'BLOMST' at Pondok Indah is open. That explains the busyness lately.
Baby Nathan is simply adorable and cute. He is less than 2-weeks old but he already wants to move around on his tummy *haha...
Every time Grandma takes off his 'diaper', he will innocently pee - on her *wahahaha cuteeee leh
Watched Transformers 2 - Revenge of The Fallen last night with bro, sis and love. A bit draggy imho, but the three of them love it. So yeah... I don't want to spoil their mood
I am going to need a really nice break and holiday after all this while. I want my vacations backkkkkkkk........awwhhhh
Hate to see my dry and problematic skin....
Promise not to have my hair cut for at least the next 6 months. Possible or not heh?
Braces hurt. But it helps to lose some baby fats. It is challenging to have a decent meal without having the meat or veggie, and even the rice stuck between the teeth and wire. I miss having some good food!!!
...

It is only 5pm now, but it is getting really dark and cloudy outside. I want to go home and sleep.... or watch some nice movies ;)

Take care... Dee signs off

t.o.o.t.h.

2009-06-23T11:29:00.002+08:00

I've gotten myself a new friend in life.

To accompany me day and night; through sweet, spicy, salty, bitter and sour.

I am still having my early adaptation. I am pretty sure my new friend will help me to accomplish my short term goal which is to shed some baby fats *hahaha

Welcome braces!!!

Awhhh.....

baby nathan

2009-06-18T18:26:00.001+08:00

* Yippie yippie Kayee......

Good news for the whole world!!!

*drum rolls...

I am OFFICIALLY an AUNT!!!

Welcome to the world, Nathan!!

Your aunt gonna love you like crazy hahaha

bye bye

2009-06-11T16:22:00.000+08:00

Bye bye wisdom teeth....

WHoaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

miss you

2009-06-06T14:59:00.004+08:00

Now that I am back for 'good' in Jakarta, sometimes I do miss my old life. NO, I do NOT regret my decision to come back.

It is like those times you missed your childhood times.
It is like those times you missed your hi-school period.
It is like those times you smiled when thinking of your first love.

I miss my old traveling times. Just the travel part. Not the working part *hehe.

I miss the thrill exploring new places, trying out new dishes, taking unfamiliar public transport, seeing strangers and learning their unique lifestyles.

I decided to leave those frequent traveling privilege behind. Simply because I have a better and greater cause to come back.

Now that I miss those traveling times....

Now that I am back because of him...

Now that he is away for a couple of days...

Now I realize I miss him more than my traveling time.

So...yeah... I made the right decision to come back.

Can't help not to miss you even just for a day.

whoaaa

2009-06-05T16:14:00.002+08:00

Extracted 2 out of my 3 wisdom teeth....

Surprisingly, the dentist was fantastic. No pain, no major bleeding...

I can even eat a bowl of char siew noodles and a bowl of dessert after the operation.

Coolio....

but yeah, she costs quite a fortune.

mafia wars

2009-05-31T18:23:00.002+08:00

Currently am addicted to Mafia Wars...*call me late or what haha*. Thanks to moi love and his bro.

Arrhhh.....please join my mafia gang and let us rule the 'world' hahaha

ps: need to exercise real bad.

tell me about it

2009-05-29T14:22:00.003+08:00

I hate it when people break their promises and commitments. Who doesn't? right?

But why.... why....

You called the candidates for a job interview. They agreed. Yet, on the day itself, not even their nose bone were seen. What a commitment?

How do these people think people will hire them if they cannot even walk their talk? Unprofessional at all.

Yeah... call 30 people, 20 agreed, 5 came.

Then you call another 20 people, 15 agreed, 9 came.

Haha...guess life in Indonesia is always full of surprises. You can predict nothing.

XOXO

back to reality

2009-05-26T15:31:00.002+08:00

Back to work again ;)

On one side, I am excited to go back and finish my work.

But on the other side, I don't want this holiday to end.

Awhh....but holiday needs a lot of money too. Where on earth can I find someone who wants to pay for my holiday?

SIGH....

No work, no money. No money, no holiday.

Cathay vs SIA

2009-05-22T08:43:00.004+08:00

The 13.5 hour flight from San Francisco - Hong Kong, followed by an over 3hour flight to Singapore were a dreadful one. The thought of being an economy passenger was really scary, even up till now *of course things will be different if I were in Biz or First class...haha.

So, here are what I like and dislike from the flight: *ugh..we were in 3 different airports, 3 different countries in that particular 24 hour.

Likes & dislikes:

The stewardess are pretty tall and slim, especially the young ones. But they can't beat the 'beauty' of SIA stewardess. Their grooming is not consistent unlike the one that mentioned before: different nair polish colour, some with black ribbon and hair net and some don't, etc.
The seat sucks to the max. It does not recline as per usual, but the 'seat' slides forward, leaving your spine and back hurt after such a long flight. The good thing is you still have your leg-ro0m as the seat in front of you does not recline and take a big chunk of your space.
Their Boeing 747 is pretty new. Their interior colour is so much nicer than SIA's 747. The entertainment system looks similar to the SIA 773R and A380. Larger screen, interactive entertainment, large varieties of movies and TV shows *but I have no idea which one has more selections although I can be quite sure that SIA provides newer movies selection.
The water tap is outside the galley and next to the door. So, passengers can fill up their cups and bottles easily by themselves.
They also put juices and snacks on this spot. However, passengers who have no clue that they can get some snacks to nibble on here may miss the opportunity *haha. In SIA, the snacks are distributed by hand.
The blanket is incomparable to the SIA's 773R blanket that is as smooth as a baby's booties *hee....
The toilets are dirrrrrrttttyyyyyyy *especially for long-haul flights. Wet floor, tissues everywhere, no toilet paper, etc.
The flights were pretty smooth except some turbulence here and there, but announcement were made immediately after the seat belt sign was on. Oh...and the announcement were clear and understandable too.
The in-flight store was pretty comprehensive too. Lots of items and selections to choose on. Too bad, they only receive payment by card. No cash.
The Silver-kris magazine on SIA is more appealing and informative, I suppose. SIA dedicates a whole new book on their entertainment, but Cathay puts everything into one book.
Cathay has much more leg-room on the rows with bassinet points *the basket for babies* which is really thoughtful and cool. Yeah...SIA makes use of all the spaces that they have.
Cathay only switches on its entertainment system after took off, although they put the headsets on the seat pockets. But hey, for safety reason, this is actually a more appropriate way to do it rather than distributing the headset after took off, but the system was on when the plane is on-ground *hm hm...SIA crew, I know how it feels when the passengers get mad for this stupid thing. The world now has what is called personal ear-piece, headphone, earset, etc. Cathay....you rock here!
Cathay provides instant noodles for snack. While SIA limits their instant noodles quantity, but they provide a better snack choice and meal too.
Service wise, Cathay can do better. I personally dislike the crew wearing masks on board. It makes me feel like I am entering a contaminated area and I bring viruses to these poor people. C'mon...we want to see your face. It helps in building rapport towards a greater height of service level.
Even on the long-haul flight, the crew did not go out with bar cart *where all the drinks are put onto the cart and they push it along the aisle to serve you. They only serve juices with trays. Ah...and no special cocktails or mocktails stated in the menu *as I can remember.
No magazine in Economy class
......

Alright, I guess I was being demanding. But yet, I can't really figure out why they were chosen as the best airline in 2009 when I think SIA gives more *and that's why their crew work ten times harder, I think.

See you on my next trip then.

Ciao....

whoaaaa

2009-05-22T07:17:00.000+08:00

Unwillingly flew back to Singapore and then Jakarta later in the afternoon.

Hiks...I want more holidayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

Next stop:
- Taiwan
- Italy
- back to the USA
- ...

or I might end up just going to Bandung...aiyaya....

sleepless in seattle..er....sleepy

2009-05-16T13:59:00.002+08:00

Been walking blocks and blocks away in Seattle. The concierge suggested to take the monorail or bus, but we walked instead. It is a nice city. Relax, laid-back, simple, small, serene, ... . I personally like it :)

On Day 1, right after we checked into the hotel, we went out for lunch towards downtown and Pike Place Market. Passed by the very first Starbucks with its original logo. Paid Pike Place Market a visit....love it. Then we had lunch at Japanese Gourmet Restaurant.

Well, basically everyday we walked down to Pike Place Market and around downtown area. Pioneer Square, the Piers, Space Needle and EMP, the State Post Office and so on. FUN yet tiring.

So, overall in Seattle, we had 2 Japanese meals, 1 Chinese meal, 1 real Mexican meal *and it's super super delicious...whoaahahha, 1 Thai meal and 3 American breakfast. Slurpee....definitely gaining weight.

Hugz

hey hey

2009-05-14T01:38:00.003+08:00

Currently am in Seattle, lying on my comfy bed :)

We were at Las Vegas before we flew here. It was HOT HOT HOT, unlike the rainy and cold Seattle. There, we went to Grand Canyon, one of the seven wonders of the world, and passed by Hoover Dam, the largest dam in the USA *prolly in the world too....no clue haha

We went to the West rim of Grand Canyon, visited the Hualapai tribe and ranch for lunch and I got to hold a gun from one of the cowboys *heee....beware Hollywood, there's a new cow-girl in town LOL.

There are two points in the Grand Canyon West:

- Eagle point *resembling the eagle

- Guano point *literally means Bat poo....

The Guano point is more beautiful in my opinion and it is farther up than Eagle point. But... if you've been updating yourself, there is a new attraction at the Eagle point. It is the Skywalk. According to its name....it is walking in the sky. Will post some pics up next time.

well....gotta go now....take care

report from sfo

2009-05-10T10:21:00.003+08:00

The weather has been crazy. One day it was sunny in the morning, warmer in the afternoon and then freaking cold in the evening. And today when we woke up early to pay Farmer's Market a visit, it was cold in the morning. Sigh....never really master the art of dressing here in SFO *hahaha

We went to Farmer's Market and bought a portion of Beer Battered Asparagus Tempura. Yummyyyyyy.....especially since our stomachs still follow the Asian timing. "They are confused," said moi love haha. We don't feel hungry when dinner time is up, but we starve when it's midnight. Oh...I experienced how Americans do their laundry here, just like in movies *Interesting...hahaha

Yesterday was a really tiring full-packed day. We were up from 4am and felt hungry. He ran to the nearest 24-hr Carl's Junior a few blocks away to buy us early breakfast. We were out from 8.30am till 10.30pm and felt exhausted by the end of it. Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, Palace of the Art, Legion of Honor, Golden Bridge, dinner at Emeryville and then Ferry Building in the late evening. Wowww...achievement!!

Okay...we're off to Las Vegas and gonna catch "O" by Cirque du Soleil tomorrow. 3 days in Vegas and 3 days in Seattle. Hopefully we'd do great...coz he's having cold now due to the windy weather in SFO.

get well soon baby... and enjoy life all!!

hugz

work tomorrow

2009-05-08T11:20:00.002+08:00

tomorrow is the day....

still tired and jet-lagged

but hey, bought a pair of sports shoes from REI today. my new brand shoes: SALOMON, highly credited by moi love *haha

good news, the bed is great and comfy :)

flight

2009-05-07T09:07:00.002+08:00

HEY HEY HEY.... We are in San Francisco now!!

Survived the 12 hour flight to San Francisco as a passenger...phew!!!

Totally back-wrecking and super shagged now.... -___-''

brrr....

greetings

2009-05-04T18:33:00.002+08:00

The past 2 weeks have been really busy running training sessions at Pondok Indah. The traffic to and fro were horrible. You never know when it's gonna be real jam-packed. There was an evening where we reached home at 10pm. whoa....

On the other side of the coin, the newly recruited staff for Blomst are full of energy, so let's see if they're up for the challenge.

We are pretty much recharged as well. The sessions, the presentations, the cheers, the role-plays, the games...amazing! We are fired too..... hohoho

AH...I managed to finally finish So You Think You Can Dance season 4. Forced my eyes not to shut at night hahaha... I am loving Katee...Joshua....Will. Well, at least they're all in the top 8 contestants. Joshua even emerged as the winner. But Katee and Will's lines are marvelous...simply flawless. Hmm....maybe I shall take a dance class now :)

Oyee...I am on a 3-week holiday. Not that work is getting lighter whatsoever, but there are better things to prioritize at the moment.

Ciaoooooo......take care and have fun!

confused

2009-04-20T14:55:00.000+08:00

Lately the tear glands are terribly sensitive....

why?

talk about it

2009-04-06T15:39:00.002+08:00

On Friday night...

Mom: Have you printed your account book?
Me: Nope...not yet. Tomorrow then.
Mom: Bring this to the bank and print it ok! *while passing me her bank acccount book
Me: Ok *walked over to put the book inside my bag

not long after....

Mom: AIYA..... tomorrow is Saturday, the bank is closed here.
Me: Oh ya... in Spore, the banks do open on Saturday.
hehehehe....

Talk about changes in our daily activities...

I ONLY have an ATM card which I have never used once here.... ohhhh I miss those efficiencies

wuiiiiii

2009-03-30T17:07:00.003+08:00

Been sitting in my red plastic chair since around 9am this morning...

slides done...

salary counted...

recruitment matter still on process...

ouch... my butts hurt!!

ps: miss Spore....I wanna travellllllllllllllllllllllllll

non-verbal communication

2009-03-27T16:10:00.002+08:00

An email from a friend which brightens up the day :)
kamsia worr.... hahahahaha

A woman gets on a city bus. She looks at the driver and holds up one hand;
the driver holds up two hands.
Next, the woman points up; the driver points down. Then, the woman grabs her breast;
the driver grabs his crotch.
Finally, the woman grabs her butt and gets off the bus.
A curious passenger asked the bus driver what the odd motions were all about.
The driver explained, "The woman is a deaf-mute. She asked me if a busride is five cents, and I told her it was ten cents.
Next, she asked if the bus was going uptown, and I told her it wasgoing downtown. Then, she asked if the bus was going pass the milk-farm,and I told her it was going pass the ball-park."
The passenger interjected, "Okay, but why did she grab her butt as she left the bus?"
The driver continued, she replied "Oh shit, I'm on the wrong bus!"

yeay...no pun intended!!!

2009-03-19T14:47:00.000+08:00

So many things...so little time :)

enjoy....

$&^^(()__

2009-03-13T16:38:00.000+08:00

DAMN!!!

...sigh...

yo....wassup!!!

2009-03-02T16:08:00.003+08:00

This lil blog of mine has been pretty deserted lately. Especially since I decided to start over a new leaf back at home.

Let me tell you how my life has been since then:
1. When I just returned, I went down to assist in the 'Chinese New Year exhibition'. Hm.. think I have a pretty good selling skill *hahaha...
2. Chinese New Year was about good food, good people and huge hongbaos *I wish...
3. Busy with the new role as HR Manager (lotsa things to learn definitely, especially since the employment situation in Indonesia is really tricky and much more challenging than the little red dot.
4. The Java trip *pray and pray and pray for 8-days.
Owh... we went to Candi Borobudur too...still gorgeous!! *wait for my pics haha...
5. Busy catching up with the piling work and the soon opening new branch at Pondok Indah *that explains my 'job portal' blog heh...
6. So little time so much to do.... and learn
7. ... personal life business

To be honest, I am kinda excited with the job given. It is totally different from what I had last year *ahem ahem... These days, I have to get up around 7am, then my dear would come and pick me up to work. Work work work play. Eventually I reach home pretty late too as I have dinner with his family or meet up somewhere for dinner with mom.

Therefore, when I am home.... I am simply tired.

How are you peeps????

ps: My eyebrows are like bushes alrd..sigh!!

MORE VACANCIES!!!

2009-02-24T17:46:00.001+08:00

WE ARE HIRING!!!

We are looking for a retail SALES PROMOTER with the stated criteria below:
- Minimum height: female (160cm), male (170cm)
- Maximum age: 27 years old
- Minimum education qualification: SMA/SMEA/SLTA
- Able to communicate in English (other language ability is an advantage)
- Well groomed and pleasant looking
- Positive attitude, discipline and hard-working
- Good communication and marketing skill

Conditions:
- Able to work on weekends and at retail hours

WALK-IN INTERVIEW:
- Day/Date : Saturday, 14th March 2009
- Time : 0900 - 1200 and 1400-1600
- Venue : Jl. Sultan Iskandar Muda no 9,
Kebayoran Lama Selatan,
Pondok Indah,
Jakarta Selatan.
(next to Audi showroom, opposite King Foto)

We are also looking for a Graphic designer who is competent in photography and web designing.
Please send your CV to diana.dawidson@gmail.com or beep me here!!!

Spread the words peepss.......huahuahuahua

look here look there....

2009-02-10T21:40:00.002+08:00

Alrite... here are some job vacancies during this recession:

for INDAH ALAM, Indonesia's biggest importer, wholesaler and retailer of high-end artificial flowers and Christmas decorations.

1. Human Resource Officer
Location: DKI Jakarta

Criteria:
- min Diploma (pref. in Psychology or Law)
- min 1 year working experience in related field
- basic English ability preferred
- knowledge on Indonesian Legal Employment rules (incl. Jamsostek, insurance, UU Tenaga Kerja no 3 tahun 2003) is an advantage
- a team-player, hardworking, pro-active, willing to learn and honest
- good communication skills

Salary: 1 - 1.8 mil Rupiah

2. Logistics Supervisor

If you're interested, please send your CV by 12th Feb'09 to permanentbotanicals@yahoo.com. ASAP!!!

Hugz....

Tired me

busy busy

2009-02-06T20:34:00.002+08:00

Updates from Jakarta:
Life has been really really packed and busy for the past one week *phew...
In a real need of looongggg sound sleep.

Ok...off now!!!

GONG XI GONG XI

2009-01-29T18:12:00.003+08:00

GONG XI FA CAI!!!

May you all have a fabulous year full of happiness, prosperity, love and blessings. KIONG HI KIONG HI...

*please transfer my hong bao to my account ok! or for hampers...do deliver it!!

I'm back in Jakarta, home sweet home *haha.

Last week was busy with 'assisting' with the CNY exhibition at ITC and CNY preparation. Now I am relaxing at the office before the real work piles in. Went for a meeting at Plaza Senayan and Senayan City with the FoodHall people just now...just to so-called look look see see *heee. Life is pretty occupied these days.

Just gotten myself a new SIM card *hoo... so I am now contactable :)

and yeah... I left my gladiator shoes in Singapore, so I bought a new cheap pair of gladiator shoes at ITC *haha..proud heh!

Officially employed on 2nd February.. and will be going off to Gunung Kawi, East Java on the 15th.

Yeay....life is GREAT!!!

Hugzzz....

spill my beans

2009-01-22T12:00:00.000+08:00

There have been too many when, why and what's next lately.

I kinda grow accustomed to the questions, but it does not mean I am willing to spill all my beans...*er...haha

Let's just put it simply...

when? yeah, I have done it. I submitted, I processed, I cleared, I paid (A LOT). I AM FREE.

why? to plan for my future. I am not going to stuck there forever like many of them. Brave??? yeah, I heard that comment a lot..but I am not brave. I just do what I think I have to do for now... no regrets at all :)

what's next? I am heading home and yeah.... I will be home for Chinese New Year. Lotsa food, lotsa hongbaos please... *yippeee...

So till then... Bye-Bye Singapore!!

See you again friends ^^v

Switzerland Day 1~ Lucerne

2009-01-22T00:39:00.005+08:00

I took the tram from the hotel to the Zurich main train station...8 stops away.

I alighted, crossed the busy street and I saw this beautiful fountain with its water frozen.

I met Kate here and we headed to Lucerne, our first stop.

Lucerne is the most populous city in Central Switzerland and focal point of the region, with a population of 57,890, . The city's agglomeration consists of 17 municipalities in three cantons with an overall population of nearly 200,000.

Due to its location on the shore of Lake Lucerne (Vierwaldstättersee) within sight of Mount Pilatus and Rigi in the Swiss Alps, Lucerne is traditionally considered first and foremost as a tourist destination.

The most famous tourist spot is the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), a 204 m (670 ft) long wooden bridge originally built in 1333, although much of it had to be replaced after a fire on August 18, 1993, allegedly caused by a cigarette that was thrown away.

Chapel Bridge is easily accessible from the train station. It is situated just right in front of it, so once you step out from the station just cross the street and walk towards the river.

Cross the street....see the river?

That's the wide street with Chapel Bridge behind it...

Plenty of birds and swans....

In front of Chapel Bridge...awww

Shops along the river :)

Kate and Diana at Chapel Bridge... woooowww

That's the one!!!

Later on, we walked along the river. You can see the Alps from here...oh my!!

Can't resist taking the cute billboard!

Even the birds know how to queue....

It's incomplete without the jumping pose ^^

Friends forever okie!

I am happy. Be happy k!

Woopsiee....

The big-fat swans... hehe

Thanks for the lovely trips...
Thanks for the companion...
Thanks for being my friend...
Take care dear...

Hope to see you, soon :)

Switzerland Day 1~ Murren

2009-01-20T14:25:00.007+08:00

It was a LOONNNGGGG day for me. After flying for around 13 hours and working for over 15 hours, I headed straight to meet Kate after a shower.

We first visited Lucerne (one hour away from Zurich by train), walked around the city and its famous Chapel Bridge (pictures will be posted later on), had a light lunch and then took the train and a cable car to Murren (around 2hours from Lucerne).

At 1,624m (5,327 ft.), Mürren is the highest year-round inhabited village in the Bernese Oberland. Mürren has a population of just 450, but has 2,000 hotel beds. Tourism is popular through the summer and winter; the village features a view of the three towering mountains: Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.

It was exhausting, and the jet lag didn't help either. However, looking at those gorgeous panorama, one can forget the tired body and simply enjoy its beauty.

I am lucky! I am seriously lucky. My initial plan was merely to visit Lucerne. Then Kate told me why not we go to Lucerne, then to their mountain house *which is at Murren* and then pay Interlaken a visit on our way back the next day.

I had sooooo much FUN.... My last flight was amazing and unforgettable!

Beware!! It is slippery... *sigh

Picture session after our breakfast!!

I had to slowly crawl up....

Dan and Kate.

Kate's knee was injured when she ski-ed the week before.
So yeah... skiing is not for the faint-hearted *I mean me...myself...and I

Two clowns were found at Murren....

Thankfully it was a bit warmer on the second day coz of the sun.... *relieved

Can you not fall in love with Murren??

Kate snow-sun-tanning!!

Cool fire-hydrant heh??

Where to go next??

INTERLAKEN loh...

And this is the cosy house of Dan and Kate where I spent my night.
Love it!! whoaaaaa

to be continued...

Switzerland Day 2~ Interlaken

2009-01-20T01:35:00.002+08:00

lemme tell you 'bout my trip to Switzerland. I had the chance to meet Kate and Dan. Went to Lucerne, Murren and Interlaken before headed back to Zurich and flew back to the tiny red dot.

Let's start with Day 2...

We paid Interlaken a visit on our second day. According to Kate and Dan, her boyfriend, Interlaken is more like an Asian town in Switzerland. True enough, out of the Interlaken Ost train station, I straight away noticed a Chinese restaurant and then a poster of Korean restaurant.

I met more Asians along the way as well.... yuhuuu....

Arrived at the Interlaken Ost train station

We saw a pretty Japanese garden during our walk

And a church behind the garden...all covered in snow

Switzerland definitely has an undeniably gorgeous natural scenery...

If I didn't have to be afraid of falling sick, I'd have had rolled over and over again on the snow... hahaha

Yeah... we ARE at Interlaken baybeh!!

On the background is the famous Grand Victoria Hotel, the best hotel in Switzerland for 2007. Yummy....

A trip is not complete without a great companion. Thanks Kate!!!

See you again owkayy......

Hugz....

wisdom tooth...

2009-01-18T19:45:00.003+08:00

The pain is still bearable. The swell is yet to be obvious.

but time is running low...super low in fact.

I went to see a dentist today, after hm....I-can't-remember-exactly-coz-it's-way-too-long-ago... 4 years? 5 years??

I only wanted to do come cleaning before Chinese New Year and ehm..ehm..while I assume I am still entitled to it.

But then the pain attacks....

The dentist said it was a wisdom tooth infection. Ouch... where the gum blocks the tooth to grow. The tooth needs to be extracted.

Now.... the things are:

1. It it not only 1 tooth. There are 3. Three of them!! Although there is only one creating some problem now.

2. Man...why must it be now? I mean... Chinese New Year is coming (I wanna eat good yummy food), I am going back to Indo... and hell yeah... no more entitlement from tomorrow onwards.

3. Ugh... gotta fork out my own money in Indonesia then...

Oh... mirror mirror on the wall... why must it happen now after all??

suck to the max

2009-01-17T08:42:00.002+08:00

just wanna say...

yeah, YOU suck!!!

ps: You refers to a so-called best airline in the world... tell me about it!

see you there

2009-01-13T20:28:00.002+08:00

I am leaving for my last flight!!

Kate, can't wait to see you in Switzerland...

Fighto... ;)

ps: 10 more days love...

just the two of us

2009-01-12T13:14:00.002+08:00

Finding you is a treasure

Being with you is an endless blessing

Loving you and being loved in return is my life's worth

but

When two persons meet and decide to be together

So much love, so much happiness, so much laughters, so much smiles, so much hopes

and so do expectations and compromise

All blend into one.

I am happy...

I am sure we will always be alright...

but I do have my down moments too,

and so do you.

p.s: Never thought my tear glands still work pretty well ....

nothing is rarer than you to me

2009-01-07T12:51:00.002+08:00

Deep inside the darkest cave
Sweet as the fruit of a twisted tree
Nothing compared to the love I gave
In the hope that your love would come back to me

Rare as the flower in the snow
Rare as the love that will not grow
I'm as rare as a man as you can see
Nothing is rarer than you to me

Sweet...

Accidentally found it in a piece of paper that wrapped The Notebook dvd, burned by moi love.

tagged #2

2009-01-06T00:26:00.001+08:00

Copy the list below and bold all of the ones you have done. From Wan Xin's blog.

ps: Non bold ones mean HAVE YET TO BE DONE!!! haha coz I have no clue how to put them back to the original colour *lol

1. Touched an iceberg
2. Slept under the stars
3. Been a part of a hockey fight
4. Changed a baby’s diaper
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Swam with wild dolphins
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a tarantula
10. Said “I love you” and meant it
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Stayed up all night long and watched the sun rise
15. Seen the Northern Lights
16. Gone to a huge sports game
17. Walked the stairs to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown and eaten your own vegetables
19. Looked up at the night sky through a telescope
20. Had an uncontrollable giggling fit at the worst possible moment
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Bet on a winning horse
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Taken an ice cold bath
28. Had a meaningful conversation with a beggar
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Ridden a roller coaster
31. Hit a home run
32. Danced like a fool and not cared who was looking
33. Adopted an accent for fun
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Felt very happy about your life, even for just a moment
36. Loved your job 90% of the time
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Watched wild whales
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Gone on a midnight walk on the beach
41. Gone sky diving
42. Visited Ireland
43. Ever bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited India
45. Bench-pressed your own weight
46. Milked a cow
47. Alphabetized your personal files
48. Ever worn a superhero costume
49. Sung karaoke
50. Longed around in bed all day
51. Gone scuba diving
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Done something you should regret, but don’t
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Been in a movie
60. Gone without food for 3 days
61. Made cookies from scratch
62. Won first prize in a costume contest
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Been in a combat zone
65. Spoken more than one language fluently
66. Gotten into a fight while attempting to defend someone
67. Bounced a check
68. Read - and understood - your credit report
69. Recently bought and played with a favorite childhood toy
70. Found out something significant that your ancestors did
71. Called or written your Congress person
72. Picked up and moved to another city to just start over
73. Walked the Golden Gate Bridge
74. Helped an animal give birth
75. Been fired or laid off from a job
76. Won money
77. Ridden a motorcycle
78. Broken a bone
79. Driven any land vehicle at a speed of greater than 100 mph
80. Hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon
81. Slept through an entire flight: takeoff, flight, and landing
82. Taken a canoe trip that lasted more than 2 days
83. Eaten sushi
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read The Bible cover to cover
86. Changed someone’s mind about something you care deeply about
87. Gotten someone fired for their actions
88. Gone back to school
89. Changed your name
90. Caught a fly in the air with your bare hands
91. Eaten fried green tomatoes
92. Read The Iliad
93. Taught yourself an art from scratch
94. Killed and prepared an animal for eating.
95. Apologized to someone years after inflicting the hurt
96. Communicated with someone without sharing a common spoken language
97. Been elected to public office
98. Thought to yourself that you’re living your dream
99. Had to put someone you love into hospice care
100. Sold your own artwork to someone who didn’t know you
101. Had a booth at a street fair
102. Dyed your hair
103. Been a DJ
104. Rocked a baby to sleep
105. Dropped a cat from a high place to see if it really lands on all fours
106. Raked your carpet
107. Brought out the best in people
108. Brought out the worst in people
109. Worn a mood ring
110. Ridden a horse
111. Carved an animal from a piece of wood or bar of soap
112. Cooked a dish where four people asked for the recipe
113. Buried a child
114. Gone to a Broadway (or equivalent to your country) play
115. Been inside the pyramids
116. Shot a basketball into a basket
117. Played in a band
118. Danced at a disco
119. Shot a bird
120. Gone to an arboretum
121. Tutored someone
122. Ridden a train
123. Brought an old fad back into style
124. Eaten caviar
125. Let a salesman talk you into something you didn’t need
126. Ridden a giraffe or elephant
127. Published a book
128. Pieced a quilt
129. Lived in an historic place
130. Acted in a play or performed on a stage
131. Asked for a raise
132. Made a hole-in-one
133. Gone deep sea fishing
134. Gone roller skating
135. Run a marathon
136. Learned to surf
137. Invented something
138. Flown first class
139. Spent the night in a 5-star luxury suite
140. Visited Africa
141. Flown in a helicopter
142. Sang a solo
143. Gone spelunking
144. Learned how to take a compliment
145. Written a love-story
146. Seen Michelangelo’s David
147. Had your portrait painted
148. Written a fan letter
149. Spent the night in something haunted
150. Owned a St. Bernard or Great Dane
151. Ran away
152. Learned to juggle
153. Been a boss
154. Sat on a jury
155. Lied about your weight
156. Gone on a diet
157. Found an arrowhead or a gold nugget
158. Written a poem
159. Carried your lunch in a lunchbox
160. Gotten food poisoning
161. Gone on a service, humanitarian or religious mission
162. Hiked the Grand Canyon
163. Sat on a park bench and fed the ducks
164. Gone to the opera
165. Gotten a letter from someone famous
166. Worn knickers
167. Ridden in a limousine
168. Attended the Olympics
169. Can hula or waltz
170. Read a half dozen Nancy Drew or Hardy Boys books
171. Been stuck in an elevator
172. Had a revelatory dream
173. Thought you might crash in an airplane
174. Had a song dedicated to you on the radio or at a concert
175. Saved someone’s life
176. Eaten raw whale
177. Know how to tat, smock or do needlepoint
178. Laughed till your side hurt
179. Straddled the equator
180. Taken a photograph of something other than people that is worth framing
181. Gone to a Shakespeare Festival
182. Sent a message in a bottle
183. Spent the night in a hotel
184. Been a cashier
185. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
186. Joined a union
187. Donated blood or plasma
188. Built a campfire
189. Kept a blog
190. Had hives
191. Worn custom made shoes or boots
192. Made a PowerPoint presentation
193. Taken a Hunter’s Safety Course
194. Served at a soup kitchen
195. Conquered the Rubik’s cube
196. Know CPR
197. Ridden in or owned a convertible
198. Found a long lost friend
199. Helped solve a crime
200. Responded to a NJP newsletter

Ho Chi Minh part 2

2009-01-04T21:45:00.001+08:00

Long over-dued pictures of Ho Chi Minh...

Sorry people... I am just so so so lazy and not in the mood to blog... maybe the new year's air is just 'different' hohoho....

The traffic in Ho Chi Minh... packed with motorcycles :)

And we visited the famous Cuchi Tunnel. It's a man-made tunnel stretched over 200km which was used by the Vietkong to fight the Americans during the American war. WOW....

The narrow tunnel that left us breathless...
*wondering how they can survive...

Yeah...that's how tiny it is...

We also paid Cao Dai temple a visit, 3 hours away from Ho Chi Minh.

Lunch with the group....from Malaysia, China and The Netherlands...

I learn that the safest choice when you have no clue on what to order in Asian countries is to order RICE!!!

Ok..this really shows my laziness ;)

Take care...and oh...

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2009
Have a great one!

10 random facts about me

2008-12-19T13:44:00.000+08:00

tagged by Lariss *sorry...it's kinda overdue heh...

10 random facts about me:

1. Dislike seeing males in skinny jeans, definitely a no-no for 'our' kinda guys
Hm...if we're talking about those British androgynous males or those fashionable Japanese who are able to pull the skinny jeans really well *in fact much much much better than I am*.. then I would say 'Yes, please do so'. Otherwise, imho you simply look gay-ish! period

2. Crave for jeans, belts and collared shirts
Although I have yet to go on another shopping spree, I love seeing these items and never get enough of them. Awhh....saving up money now!

3. Been to over 30 countries and territories, more than 100 cities
Gosh...I am lucky!! and NO... I am not going to give credit to the company I am currently working at...coz they only add a few number to the overall total *huahuhauaha....throwing confetti with evil grins...

4. Can't resist those spicy and soupy food
Although mom's food is forever the best and miss-able, but those spicy and soupy food always successfully soothes me. Especially when I am overseas... I am homesick!!!

5. Romance comedy and dance movies always lighten my foul mood
Talk about Hitch, How to lose a guy in 10 days, The wedding planner, Step up, Honey, etc.... love em!

6. Appreciative of my own personal time
I can spend time sitting in a cafe or a book store reading, having my meal, or simply looking at those passers-by by myself. I simply think we need our own 'time' at times.... phew!

7. They say I can be a love consultant
I lend my ears if you need 'em, I give my views if you need 'em... then they say I can be a good Love Doctor. Maybe I shall start charging people for my consultation....gelato, choco, belt, shoes are welcome!

8. A true Cancerian
Moody, sensitive, homey.... my taste for soft & mellow songs, my mood that changes like water, my laziness to step up from my room at times... hahaha I AM A TRUE CANCERIAN!!

9. Can't stand inconsiderate people....
CLEAR???

10. I am lost... I have no clue what else to type here... *tee hee...

Tag: whoever wants to do this... pleaaaaaaseeee...may the force be with you :)

growing up

2008-12-19T01:59:00.000+08:00

Ups and downs are the part and parcel of life....

So does in a relationship.

GROW lil girl!!!

and that hurts...

2008-12-17T21:34:00.001+08:00

Akhirnya...

Setelah sempat di-cap cold-blooded pas high-school...

Setelah sempat susah nangis walau nonton filem2 sedih...

Setelah sempat menutup2 perasaan dengan bermuka poker...

hari ini...

air mata itu jatuh kembali :(

These hands of yours and mine

2008-12-15T00:10:00.003+08:00

In love with this poem, taken from a friend's posting in Facebook.

These are the hands, young and strong and vibrant with love, that are holding yours on your wedding day, as he promises to love you all the days of his life.

These are the hands you will place with expectant joy against your stomach, until he too, feels his child stir within your womb.

These are the hands that look so large and clumsy, yet will be so gentle as he holds your baby for the first time.

These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, for a lifetime of happiness.

These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes: tears of sorrow and tears of joy.

These are the hands that will tenderly lift your chin and brush your cheek as they raise your face to look into his eyes: eyes that are filled completely with his overwhelming love and desire for you.

These are the hands, smooth, young, and carefree, that are holding yours on your wedding day, as she pledges her love and commitment to you all the days of her life.

These are the hands that will hold each child in tender love, soothing them through illness and hurts, supporting and encouraging them along the way, and knowing when it’s time to let go.

These are the hands that will massage tension from your neck and back in the evenings, after you’ve both had a long hard day.

These are the hands that will hold you tight as you struggle through difficult times.

They are the hands that will comfort you when you are sick or console you when you are grieving. These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, for a lifetime of happiness.

These are the hands that will hold you in joy and excitement and hope, each time she tells you that you are to have another child; that together you have created a new life.

Perhaps these are the hands that will comfort you when you are told you cannot have a child, and will convince you that together you will create new life in other ways.

These are the hands that will give you support as she encourages you to chase down your dreams. Together, as a team, everything you wish for can be realized.

Love is great!

yeah...

2008-12-12T21:21:00.001+08:00

Relieved!!!

Finally it's pretty much settled... haha

Gosh, it is good to know where I am heading to :)

hiks hiks

2008-12-07T15:46:00.000+08:00

Sayang.... aku kangen...

berat!!!

ENTJ - I am a chief!

2008-12-07T15:16:00.003+08:00

ENTJ - The "Chief"

ENTJs are strategic, organized and possess natural leadership qualities. They are master coordinators that can effectively give direction to groups. They are able to understand complicated organizational situations and quick to develop intelligent solutions. ENTJs are outspoken and will not hesitate to speak of their plans for improvement. They are decisive and value knowledge, efficiency and competence.

"ENTJs are natural born leaders. They live in a world of possibilities where they see all sorts challenges to be surmounted, and they want to be the ones responsible for surmounting them. They have a drive for leadership, which is well-served by their quickness to grasp complexities, their ability to absorb a large amount of impersonal information, and their quick and decisive judgments."

Temperament: NT (Intellectual)

NTs are introspective, logical and on a constant quest for knowledge. They are practical and unsentimental in their approach to problem solving. The actions of an NT are precise and follow a systematic course. Abstract, theoretical and technically adept, NTs are naturally inventive. They can also be described as being analytical, intellectual, inquisitive, independent and complex.

Primary Function: Extraverted Thinking

Thinking people make decisions based on logic, so the Extraverted thinking function allows a person to organize and categorize things, thoughts or arguments. It is the ability to see the logical consequences of actions. It follows sequence and organization.

Real ENTJ People:

Al Gore
Margaret Thatcher
Jim Carrey
Bill Gates
Richard Nixon
Whoopi Goldberg
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Steve Martin
Dave Letterman

ENTJs are often happy with the following jobs which tend to match well with the Chief/Intellectual personality.

Business Administrator

Computer Consultant

Corporate Executive Officer

Entrepreneur

Judge

Lawyer/Attorney

Manager

Mortgage Banker

Politician

Scientist

Systems Analyst

Teacher/Professor

ps: Bring it on!!!

if i were a boy...am sure gonna treat you great

2008-12-06T13:40:00.001+08:00

Current fave!

If I Were A Boy
by Beyonce

If I were a boy
Even just for a day
I’d roll out of bed in the morning
And throw on what I wanted and go
Drink beer with the guys
And chase after girls
I’d kick it with who I wanted
And I’d never get confronted for it
Because they’d stick up for me

If I were a boy
I think I could understand
How it feels to love a girl
I swear I’d be a better man
I’d listen to her
Cause I know how it hurts
When you lose the one you wanted
Cause he’s taken you for granted
And everything you had got destroyed

If I were a boy
I would turn off my phone
Tell everyone its broken
So they think
that I was sleeping alone
I’d put myself first
And make the rules as I go
Cause I know that she’d be faithful
Waiting for me to come home (to come home)

If I were a boy
I think I could understand
How it feels to love a girl
I swear I’d be a better man
I’d listen to her
Cause I know how it hurts
When you lose the one you wanted (wanted)
Cause he’s taken you for granted (granted)
And everything you had got destroyed

It’s a little too late for you to come back
Say its just a mistake
Think I forgive you like that
If you thought I would wait for you
You thought wrong

But you're just a boy
You don’t understand (yea you don’t understand)
How it feels to love a girl
Someday you’ll wish you were a better man
You don’t listen to her
You don’t care how it hurts
Until you lose the one you wanted
Cause you've taken her for granted
And everything you had got destroyed
But you're just a boy…

dear nastya part 2

2008-12-03T15:15:00.002+08:00

I am upset!!! *am sure Nastya too...

Yesterday we arrived pretty early than our scheduled time. Touched down before 6am, and right from my seat I could see the snow falling outside the aircraft *woo...sooo excited!

It was cold, but the excitement kinda overshadowed the coldness. I took my time to relax, shower and even fall asleep for an hour before Nastya replied my sms. I headed straight to the train station taking the tram outside the hotel *haha...I did not pay for my ride..

It was still drizzling outside, so I walked faster to reach the train station. Stepping inside, there was a huge Christmas tree (sponsored by Ferrero Rocher), a cosy home with its fireplace next to it (sponsored by Kinder Bueno) and basically everywhere I turned there was Christmas decorations. Oh...so pretty!!

I walked quickly to the counter to purchase a return ticket. The queue was alright but I was too excited to notice anything else. When I reached the counter, I told the lady behind it my destination. She printed the itinerary and showed it to me.

Lady: The next train is 11.23am and you'll reach there at 2pm.
Me: Alright. How come is the ticket?
Lady: *checked her screen again... * It is 152 euro.
Me: *gasped* oh..so expensive. Any other cheaper train?
Lady: *checked her screen and printed another copy* There is an indirect train where you have to change at Hannover. But you will reach there around 5pm in the evening. This one costs 126 euro.
Me: Oh..okay. Thank you so much *and I walked away....confused and upset*

The price is outrageous if I may say so. It is way over my budget since I am saving up now *you know...bad economy, future plans, bla bla bla...haha*.

Arghhh.....what am I supposed to do? hiks hiks...

dear nastya

2008-12-01T14:15:00.002+08:00

I am leaving for Frankfurt tonight. Yeah...December 1st, December Fool *haha.

It is friggin' cold there, around -1 to 2 degree with rains. I am going to take the train to Braunschweig to meet Nastya, my dear pretty Ukrainian friend. Hopefully I wouldn't freeze myself along the way *haha* and lose my way there.

Awhh...can't wait to see you again after over a year... and who knows this might be my last chance to see you while I am still flying ;)

Cheers...

Day 2 @ Ho Chi Minh

2008-11-24T22:10:00.012+08:00

Phew...I woke up this morning feeling much better than yesterday. Thanks cousin, thanks mom & dad, thanks love! Sorry to worry all of you *hohoho...woopzzz

Woke up around 10am and was really really hungry coz I only had 2pc of pears for my dinner and I threw up everything else. Basically whatever that entered was successfully vomitted out. After getting ready, the two of us walked towards Ben Tanh market direction. We saw a decent franchised pho restaurant, Pho 24, and so we had our brunch there. Yummy soup... but slightly tasteless for my tongue.

We roamed around Ben Tanh market after our meal but we found nothing much interesting for us. They sell clothes, souvenirs, arts and crafts, accessories, shoes, bags, sweets, cakes, and so many more. The arts are marvelous, but the quoted price are steep. Cannot afford, not even interested to bargain *haha

Walk walk walk...around Ho Chi Minh

Next stop is the Notre Dame Cathedral, an almost similar replica of the one in Paris. We were approached by a Vietnam trishaw driver outside the market. He said, "15 thousand for two." We checked and double-confirmed. Alright...set to go! One person per 'trishaw'. Along the way, he showed me the embassy, city hall, library and so on. However, when he and his alliance dropped us at the park opposite the church, he asked for "One and fifty!" Damn...I was still pretty blur from everything and was unwell still. That was 10x of what he initially said, and this was per person. Nice...a tourist scam!!! Anyway...that's a small price to pay to be more street-wise huh!

Waks...gotchaaa!!

Notre Dame Cathedral *looks alike heh?

We took some pics outside the cathedral and saw many married couples taking pictures outside the church too. Then, we stepped into the Post Office to chill out for a while *it was friggin' hot outside* before we decided to enter Diamond department store for a better air-conditioning system *haha*. Oh...we played some video games too *what a remembrance of my student life!

Spot the differences!

After that, we walked over to the Reunification Palace and join the tour inside. It was a warm and humid day, we were sweating like mad. And exhausted too. The tour took around 1.5 hrs and we explored the different rooms inside the building.

The Reunification Palace *15,000vnd for entrance fee

One of the rooms inside the palace... the orange room!

Gift for the family... a whole family killed??

The heli used by the president to runaway during the American War!

The view from the top

Half-way through, I was hungry again. So, as soon as we finished the tour, took some pics, we headed to find some decent food. We tried the broken rice... mine came with bbq pork *yummy. Happy happy...

Slurpee....

We continued our walking trip to the city hall cum museum. The entrance was free on that day, lucky! They displayed the Vietnamese village lifestyle, their old money and coins and many more. I was too tired to enjoy and familiarize with all those.

What a long day! haha... we booked a tour to CaoDai temple and Cuchi tunnel for the next day... see you...

day 1 in saigon

2008-11-23T17:56:00.002+08:00

Seriously... this is going to be one of those holiday trips that I will remember!!

Slept at almost 3am and woke up at 5.30am. I had 2 buns and a cup of Ovaltine for my breakfast *ugh..and I don't usually eat breakfast. My uncle taxi came and picked us up at 6am.

While queueing for our boarding pass, my stomach didn't feel well. I needed something warm so we had a bowl of seafood noodle before we passed through the imigration.

Just right before we boarded the plane, I felt like vomitting. I ran out from the queue to the toilet...and yeah, successfuly vomitted on the bloody floor before I managed to reach the toilet. Puke no.1 *smart huh....^^''

During the flight to HCM, I slept like a baby. I only remembered I bought a bottle of mineral water that cost me $3 for a mere 300ml and an urgent call for a doctor or qualified nurse onboard as someone fell sick too. See...memorable, right?

Ho Chi Minh reminds me of Indonesia in a way, but less modern and cosmopolitan compares to Jakarta. It is chaotic...*cmon...you gotta agree with me on this, especially about the traffic. So many motorbikes everywhere and they just drive as they want *ck ck ck. The government needs to put more effort into its city management :) *peace...

Anyway, once we reached our hostel, we slept our way through till around 2pm before going for lunch. I ordered a bowl of fish porridge and a glass of hot tea as I was still not feeling well, and my cousin ordered a plate of fried rice. I took a few sips of my tea...when I suddenly felt the urge to vomit again. I ran into the kitchen wanting to ask where the toilet is. Too bad...too late... I vomitted on the bloody floor again -___-'' arrghhhh....

Apologetically, I walked back to my seat slowly. Sigh... what a day! I lost all my appetite. Before long, I vomitted again. Third time in a day. I must have looked like a ghost...freaking pale according to my cousin. Even the restaurant staffs were worried *hahaha... they asked my cousin to buy the medicine at the opposite pharmacy. LOL, the problem is..how to communicate? My cousin went to the pharmacy and used sign language. We are not even sure till now if he gave us the right medication. Anyway... I have already consumed 1 tablet *haha.

The fish porridge was finally packed to go. Hurriedly, we walked back to the hostel, a block away. Right in front of the room, I needed to vomit again. Right...nice timing!! Fourth and luckily last in a day!! Phew.... I slept through the day... feeling unwell and weak. Man, I hate this feeling!! but thank God I did not faint like when I was Penang.

Today...I am feeling much better. Thanks for the concern.. love you!! Thanks for being my dear nurse, cousin... hehehe

with love from Saigon!

vietkong...vietnam..here i come!

2008-11-22T01:21:00.001+08:00

I am off to Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam early in the morning.

7.45am flight to HCM.

No, this time round, I do not have to don my uniform, neither do I have to put on my blue eye-shadow and red lipstick.

I am a passenger.

and I am ON HOLIDAY!!!

Hoorayyy...

bored at 10.30pm in Dubai

2008-11-16T02:15:00.002+08:00

taken from here :)

EVERYONE HAS THEIR FIRSTS

FIRST REAL BEST FRIEND: hm..primary school friend, Ayun (she's in Guangzhou now btw)
FIRST SCHOOL: My nursery n kindergarten in Medan which has been torn down, Mutiara
FIRST CELL PHONE: Nokia
FIRST FUNERAL: hm...I think my grandpa :'(
FIRST PET: Dogs...yeah, 2 of them!!
FIRST BIG TRIP: The most memorable one was Europe trip...wuiiihhhh
FIRST FIGHT: should be with my siblings haha... 3 in a house, what can I say??
FIRST CELEBRITY CRUSH: wah...alot man! From the era of Jimmy Lin, Nicky Wu haha
FIRST TIME OUT OF THE COUNTRY: Europe trip in 1996
FIRST JOB: hm...part-time job was when I was in high-school, a banquet waitress for Shangrila hotel, Penang

EVERYONE HAS THEIR LASTS

LAST PERSON I HUGGED: Mr.Y when I sent him off *hiks hiks
LAST CAR RIDE: A fwe hours ago, from Dubai International Airport to Angsana Hotel and Suite *wahhh...the hotel is fantabulous hahaha
LAST TIME I CRIED: er....for me to know :)
LAST MOVIE I WATCHED: In the cinema? Madagascar 2...MUST WATCH..HILARIOUS hahaha
LAST FOOD I ATE: hihi Turkish's Cup Noodles *slurrppp...
LAST ITEM BOUGHT: my lunch, in-room dining service
LAST SHIRT WORN: white shirt with print at the front
LAST PHONE CALL: wake-up calls? oh, proper one was 2 days ago at the Traders Hotel, Dubai
LAST TEXT MESSAGE: a crew offering some flights
LAST THING I TOUCHED: keyboard haha
LAST FUNERAL: can't remember...don't want to remember sad things
LAST TIME AT THE MALL: Hm..on 10th when I sent him off
LAST TIME I WERE EXCITED FOR SOMETHING: when he came *I am being honest ok... not trying to be lovey dover whatsoever :(
LAST PERSON I SAW: my Chief Stewardess
LAST THING I DRANK: Water
LAST PERSON THAT BROKE MY HEART: can't recall also...
LAST TIME I WERE REALLY HONESTLY HAPPY: when he came.. but not when he left ...

Done!!

my everything

2008-11-12T22:16:00.003+08:00

4 days with you are never enough
40 days with you are never enough
400 days with you are never enough
4000 days with you are never enough
...
not even 40000 days.

I just want to spend all my life and after life with you!

malesbangetdotcom

2008-11-11T23:01:00.003+08:00

Current location: Dubai, UAE

I am just lazying around in my hotel room. No interest to go out for sightseeing, no idea where to go and have fun. Lately, there has been no urge for sightseeing whatsoever... sigh -___-''
I need to save up for sure...recession people...recession... *in case you have yet to feel it...

Anyway... missin love heaps! Dubai or any part of the world ain't fun without you.

tokyo tower

2008-11-06T02:29:00.002+08:00

Tokyo tower at night..

Entrance fee: 800Y (if I'm not mistaken)

We were walking towards Tokyo Tower from Roponggi on a cold night with a tired body and soul

Just below Tokyo Tower...

It's ain't fun going up without you...

The view from Tokyo tower...

good things are meant to be shared.. don't you think so?

is it me?

2008-10-29T15:02:00.002+08:00

What Dianadawidson Means

You are balanced, orderly, and organized. You like your ducks in a row.

You are powerful and competent, especially in the workplace.

People can see you as stubborn and headstrong. You definitely have a dominant personality.
--> huhauhuahuaa see, I toldja

You tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get you excited... which can be a good or bad thing.

You have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. You don't stick with any one thing for very long.

You have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Your biggest problem is making sure you finish the projects you start.

You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection.

You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive.

You have the classic “Type A” personality.

You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people.

You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts.

You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals.

You are very charming... dangerously so. You have the potential to break a lot of hearts.

You know how what you want, how to get it, and that you will get it.

You have the power to rule the world. Let's hope you're a benevolent dictator!

You are the total package - suave, sexy, smart, and strong.

You have the whole world under your spell, and you can influence almost everyone you know.

You don't always resist your urges to crush the weak. Just remember, they don't have as much going for them as you do.

You are well rounded, with a complete perspective on life.

You are solid and dependable. You are loyal, and people can count on you.

At times, you can be a bit too serious. You tend to put too much pressure on yourself.

What's Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

decide now..

2008-10-25T23:12:00.001+08:00

To quit or not to quit?

that's the essential question for now...

and if you say yes...

'when' will come next.

my love

2008-10-21T12:01:00.000+08:00

I am so in love with you!

The Netherlands - part 2

2008-10-20T04:08:00.001+08:00

Finally the long over-due post is here... thanks to my laziness haha so..here is the Amsterdam trip part 2... Day 2 ;)

Stop 1: Cheese and dairy farm

That's how we processed the cheese alrightee...

Stacks and stacks of cheese...
from goat cheese, cheese with herbs, smoked cheese and so many more..

let's count the sheeps before we sleep...

the over-excited goat haha

Stop 2: the old residences

superbly cutee....

my pre-wed pic with Tina..haha

one of the thousands canals in The Netherlands...

what a nice neighbourhood to live in...yeah?

dat one is a really lovely house...i guarantee ya!

Stop 3: Edam

the war of the mini clogs...

the famous windmill... a MUST see in the Netherlands

my work of art...er..clicking my digicam actually ;P

wohhhhhh...

patiently waiting...

a sight to be shared..

pre-wed pic with Tina again..

and again...

Stop 4: Volondam

the fishing village

still happy..

before we sailed off..

the models

let's have an ice-cream peeps...

aye...all sailed, captain!

Stop 5: Marken

a token of love...

the quiet place...

and we're heading back...

back in Amsterdam... a walk around the city

say HI to a random lingerie store...hehe

ok...im off now!

press conference

2008-10-17T15:37:00.001+08:00

Just for the record....

I am NOT getting married!!!

arghhhhhhhhh

NOT NOW....at least hehe

missing u

2008-10-13T04:50:00.005+08:00

The reason it hurts so much to separate is because our souls are connected.
~Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook

Isn't it wonderful to miss someone and be missed in return?

Thanks for the sweet surprise, love ;)

helpless

2008-10-13T03:47:00.002+08:00

Have you ever missed someone so badly that it hurts?

or

the time when you're so frustrated, helpless and upset over work yet you are unable to do something...

and

the tears just flowed out...

*sigh.... I hate it

The Netherlands

2008-10-07T01:49:00.000+08:00

It is 5.47am in Los Angeles and I am comfortably putting my b*tts on Hilton's seat *haha. Too many things going on my mind and everytime I fall asleep I keep dreaming of the same thing again... so here I am choosing to update my long overdue post *hihi...peace yaa

As soon as we reached the hotel, we arranged for our itinerary, asked many questions at the concierge, showered and got prepared in an hour before heading out.

Day 1 itinerary:

Madurodam at Den Haag
Dam's Square
Canal cruise
Red Light District

Apparently, Den Haad is quite a distance if you check the map. But the train merely took an hour and real cosy.

On the train to Den Haag from Amsterdam
promo price: E17.50 for whole day any where in The Netherlands

Our quick bite for lunch... pizza *haha

We are HERE at Madurodam... a land of miniatures

My first giant clogs...

Peeking at someone who is showering inside... LOL

That is.... er...I dunno what is that!

Nice huh!

Look at those giants in that tiny little world...

Dee the giant evil...

Let's have our lunch here....

crazy me...

Owh...don't fall please...

Opera, babe?

A baby has been found at the airport.... parents, please proceed to the nearest info counter ;p

muahahaha....

My second giant clog...haha the flying clog!

A way to commit suicide ala dee...

Leaning on you...

After spending almost 3 hours at Den Haag, we returned to Amsterdam and took a stroll around the central towards Dam's Square.

Nearby Dam's Square

Finally we reached Dam's Square

We walked back to the hotel instead of taking the tram.. nice weather, nice company... but tired souls

Next on the agenda was the evening canal cruise... haha so romantic heh!!

A shot just before the cruise... before it's too dark to take decent pics...

The canal cruise was good, but we were simply too tired to fully enjoy the trip. Half-way through I fell asleep... before I woke up and forced my eyes to open up.

After the cruise...we accompanied the guys to the Red Light District. It was cold, we were tired but at the same time... curious hahaha

so yeah... I saw lotsa ladies in different shapes, sizes, skins and skimpy clothes..or underwear *haha... too bad NO pics are allowed to be taken there.

Yeay... short and sweet report from LA!

eid mubarak

2008-09-30T19:37:00.002+08:00

Current location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

It is my third day here, and today is the day. After a month of fasting, today is the Hari Raya for the muslims. It is celebrated on the 30th here and not on the 1st as in Singapore. So, EID MUBARAK.

Tomorrow, we will be doing a shuttle flight to Jeddah and then back in Singapore on the 3rd. Phew...finally. I can't wait to be home.

Er...will be busy during my day-off and I still haven't posted my trip to Amsterdam too.

Hihi....slowly ok! lazzzzyyyy

Take care...and mohon maaf lahir dan batin.

back in posts

2008-09-28T01:09:00.002+08:00

Alright, I know I have been hibernating for quite some time now.
Yeah... I admit I am pretty lazy to write up some posts and it takes some time to upload those pics too.

Anyway, I am leaving for Abu Dhabi-Jeddah tomorrow and will be quite busy till around mid of October. Hopefully I could squeeze in some time and beat my laziness *hehe.

UpdateS:
1. Just did an Amsterdam and a Taipei flight. Love the trip...not the work, although Taipei's one was not bad.
2. I lost my voice when I returned from Amsterdam.... Omo omo...
3. Mom has arrived in Singapore. We went for a dinner at Park Royal Hotel's resto...I can't remember the name. Nice food, but too oily for me.
4. I helped out with AIESEC in Singapore Student Review Board today. I represented the alumni interviewer... finally, I am back!
5. I am happy now :)
6. counting down....

ok lah....just wait for more pics from Amsterdam :)

hihi...nabung post dl

2008-09-22T17:20:00.000+08:00

Your Expression Number is 1

You have the skills to be a top executive or businessperson.

But first you must develop your natural capacity to be a good leader.

You are truly original - with a creative approach to life and a very sharp mind.

You reach for the sky, and you have the potential to reach it.

Assertive and straight forward, you have little need for supervision.

You are self-confident, self-reliant, and courageous in your convictions.

While you sometimes fear loneliness, you prefer to be left alone.

A bit self centered, you may be hard to life with at times.

You also have a strong dominant streak - which can push others away at times.

What's Your Expression Number?

sempurna - perfect

2008-09-21T01:20:00.001+08:00

Ever since I heard this song, I love it.

But I do prefer the one sang by Gita Gutawa, a young singer whose father is a famous composer, instead of the original Andra & The Back Bone.

Sempurna

Kau begitu sempurna
Dimataku kau begitu indah
Kau membuat diriku akan slalu memujimu

Disetiap langkahku
Kukan slalu memikirkan dirimu
Tak bisa kubayangkan hidupku tanpa cintamu

Janganlah kau tinggalkan diriku
Takkan mampu menghadapi semua
Hanya bersamamu ku akan bisa

[Reff:]
Kau adalah darahku
Kau adalah jantungku
Kau adalah hidupku
Lengkapi diriku
Oh sayangku, kau begitu
Sempurna... Sempurna...

Kau genggam tanganku
Saat diriku lemah dan terjatuh
Kau bisikkan kata dan hapus semua sesalku

Janganlah kau tinggalkan diriku
Takkan mampu menghadapi semua
Hanya bersamamu ku akan bisa

[Reff:]
Kau adalah darahku
Kau adalah jantungku
Kau adalah hidupku
Lengkapi diriku
Oh sayangku, kau begitu
Sempurna... Sempurna...

Kau genggam tanganku
Saat diriku lemah dan terjatuh
Kau bisikkan kata dan hapus semua sesalku

translation (copied)

you are so perfect
you are so beautiful through my eyes
you always make me want to compliment you

every step i take
i will always remember you
i can't imagine my life without your love

don't you ever leave me
i can't go through life without you
only with you i can

you are my blood
you are my heart
you are my life
you make me complete
oh my love you are so...
perfect...perfect...

you held my hands
at times when i am weak and down
you whispered the words and drove my worries away

don't you ever leave me
i can't go through life without you
only with you i can

you are my blood
you are my heart
you are my life
you make me complete
oh my love you are so...
perfect...perfect...

you held my hands
at times when i am weak and down
you whispered the words and drove my worries away

Hahaha... beep me if you want the song ;)

loathe it...

2008-09-20T09:59:00.001+08:00

Sigh....

Waiting is such a painful thing to do. Don't you think so?

...

full Sept

2008-09-20T01:20:00.002+08:00

It's going to be a tight-packed September...
Thank God, I have already had a fun week in Jakarta *although I definitely will not mind another few more haha

So...tomorrow I am off to Amsterdam. Followed by a stand-by from 00.00 till 12noon. Straight away Taipei nightstop (yeay yeay....) and then Abu Dhabi-Jeddah.. before I will have my day-off *phew.

So, give me strength and show me your love... we'll get through this ok!

Aza aza fighting all....

boo haa....

2008-09-19T01:34:00.003+08:00

Random update:

1. I can't find my new pair of black jeans. Oh no... my one and only black colour jeans...where art thou?
2. Officially no more 24-hr day off in Singapore for this month... It is gonna be a superbly tight month huh!
3. Just had a wonderful dinner with Phoebe, Sharon, Imran and Jing. Imran's bro was there till 9pm too. So funnnnn catching up again!
4. I miss home... I miss gathering and talking cock...hahaha
5. I am going to Amsterdam, Abu Dhabi and Tokyo-Los Angeles....*yeah yeah confetti baybeh...
6. A very special friend is coming early next month *haha... I am waiting ok!
7. Phoebe is moving in in December.... can't wait to stay together with you sis
8. New fingers' exercises routine: sms and MSN *haha
9. I went for a swim for 2 days in a row... wah, so proud!

Bottom line: I am happy :)

Hope you're happy too...

a beginning...

2008-09-18T02:15:00.002+08:00

The beginning of a new life....

May your love be like the wind, strong enough to move the cloud, soft enough to never hurt but always never ending!

To love, laughter and happily ever after...cheers :)

I am so happy for you and for everything... aza aza!

cihuuuyyyy

2008-09-16T14:18:00.001+08:00

I am back and I had a really really wonderful time at home.

The wedding was awesome... met and caught up with lotsa relatives and friends... man, I had a blast!

Pics.... just wait for my sis to come back with my camera hahaha

grrr....

2008-09-11T12:05:00.000+08:00

Friends start to get married.
Friends start to build a family.

And I found myself being asked, what about you? When is yours?

Dang...

I AM IN THE PROCESS OWKAY!!!
Does this make you happy?

Don't worry I'll let you know when it happens...

#1 break fast

2008-09-10T12:11:00.002+08:00

I had my first 'break fast' last Saturday. Not the morning breakfast, but the breaking of fasting.

Yasmine invited us to her grandma's place. She's half Singaporean, half Egyptian. So, we had an Egyptian dinner *yeay yeay. Had so much delicacies on the table... We're consisted of Msian, Indonesian, Dubai-er?, Egyptian, Bangla, Indian, Kenya. Yummy heh...

It was FUN FUN... the food was definitely superb! *too bad I didn't realize it's a break fast dinner and arrived late wif Phoebe.

Yeah... make me realize I do miss hanging out with my friends... man, lotsa stories to tell already leh...

ps: forgot to bring camera again... sigh

congratulations dear bro

2008-09-09T11:00:00.001+08:00

"May your love be modern enough to survive the times and old fashion enough to last forever."

I am heading home...

Congratulations bro!!! Love ya :)

muahahahaha wakakkaa

2008-09-07T20:00:00.001+08:00

Hahahaha... is today a bad day for you? or is it a happy day?

Worry not...I came across this webpage where cabin crew shared their personal experience on the STUPIDEST questions/incidents on board that they encountered on their flights. Please do note that majority of them were from American/European based airlines.

Laugh hard.....laugh harder *MUAHAHAHAHA

It smells bad in here, could you open a window? (on ground, but still...)

When passengers pointed at the glass of water and asked "What is that?"
I would say "It's straight vodka, we want everyone passed out now!" *muahahaha... reminds me of the water vs vodka incident

"Excuse me...do you happen to know what the name of that cute looking island down there is?"
Answer-after checking with the flight crew- "yes ma'm, that's Africa!"

"Where is row 20?"
"Turn right, walk all the way down past row 19. If you get to row 21, you've gone too far."

Pax: "Where are we?"
Without any hesitation no matter who asks, I always reply with a smile, "In the air, exactly where we should be."

Pax: Are all the overheads the same size? (As she is holding a bag large enough to carry 6 months worth of clothing)
Me: No there is one in the middle of the cabin that we had designed just for you (I laugh as she goes in search of it!).

Pax: "Pardon me, are we stuck in a cloud?"

"Calm down sir. I said we were out of chicken not fuel"

When the pax ask "What city is that?" my Favorite is Dilligaf, ..... ( fill in the state) = Do I Look Like I Give A %$^&, Iowa

Pax: "That gentleman up there is too tall. I can't see the movie."
Me: "Just a moment sir, I'll go see if I can make him shorter...."
~ Of course, I said it in my usual gentle way, so several rows around him were laughing... I just walked away shaking my head in disbelief.......

FA: "Chicken or beef"
Pax: "How is the chicken?"
FA: "It's dead, Sir"

"Coke"... with ice and lemon Sir?
"Is the ice cold?"

"I don't need a landing card for the United Kingdom, do I?"...
"Aare you ending your journey here at Heathrow Airport?"
"No, I'm not staying in the United Kingdom, I'm going to London"

Made your day?

Wondering how our 'affluent' passengers can be a real clueless creature on earth at times... maybe it is because of the altitude *hehe.

Oh well, if only we could be more... loosened up haha

hihihi hahaha kakaka kekeke hohoho hehehe muahahaha wakaka

free la la la

2008-09-06T12:16:00.000+08:00

Boleh dunk sekali-kali gue narsis dikit dengan ngetes2 watsoever hahahaha....

Who were you in the past?

Actor
Marilyn Monroe? Veronica Lake? Humphrey Bogart? A scene-stealer like you could have been any one of these legendary entertainers. Like Hollywood's acting elite, you've got loads of charisma and charm, and you know how to use it.Whether you're turning heads on the way to work or making the rounds at a party, you're a people person who loves basking in the spotlight. With your bold spirit and magnetic aura, you're sure to brighten up any room and leave your adoring fans spellbound and begging for more.

What kind of girlfriend are you?

Laidback Lover
Carefree and easy-going — that's your approach to love and life. Above all, you respect your boyfriend's beliefs, choices, and ideals, making you a trustworthy and supportive force in his decisions. Caring and thoughtful when it comes to your actions, you expect the same in return.Even if you spend every waking moment together, you want to feel like you have freedom and room to breathe. For you, it's important that you maintain your individuality so that you can continue to bring something unique to the relationship. After all, you gotta be you.

What's your secret to success?

Ability to Organize
The devil probably isn't in the details for an organized individual like you. When it comes to planning a birthday party, a summer vacation, or a project at work, you're the person who makes sure that it goes off without a hitch.From you inbox to your shoeboxes, you're well versed in the art of organization. We wouldn't be surprised if the contents of your closets, drawers, and cabinets were filed, color coded, or alphabetized accordingly. Prioritizing, planning, and putting into order is no easy feat. But it's part of what you do best. And it's also part of what makes you one of the best! Bravo!

doggie oh doggie...

2008-09-05T01:39:00.001+08:00

Hey hey...

Let me introduce you to my lil friend. Doggie joined our family probably over a year ago. He was brought in by a relative and we were told that he was 3 years old. Doggie, a Pomeranian, is always a cute and sweet friend. Seriously, I have never ever heard him bark. He is afraid of height, he is afraid of any kind of toys. Moreover, he will never run too far away for us to chase.

When I am home, he will then have another friend to play with. And he knows that well for he will always follow wherever my feet go. He will look at you with his big eyes, hoping you would spare some time to play and cuddle him. He loves it.

The truth is... he is already 7 years old, according to a doctor when he fell sick. Recently, there was like an ulcer on the side of his mouth; Doggie lost his appetite. After an X-ray to ensure it was not a tumor, the doctor said it was just an infection and cleaned it up. Doggie was back to normal and his appetite jumped up. He was hungry all the time.

Until....I received mom's message saying that Doggie has a cancer. I am crushed.What will happen?

Oh no... it must be painful and hard for him...

Doggiee........please hang on ya!!! I'll see you soon... hiks hiks

a lil peek of Dharamsala

2008-09-04T01:58:00.000+08:00

Feel like paying this place a visit?

Why not? I definitely think it's unique and beautiful in its own way.
Do NOT expect modern hi-rise buildings, pretty temples, clean toilets, super yummy warm food.... they do NOT have all those perfectly like what we are currently having in our tiny red dot.

But... again, it is the whole experience of warmth and serenity.
A peaceful place that took me over 6 hours of bumpy ride from Amritsar.
Here it is: Dharamsala ^^v (yeay....I visited Dalai Lama's residence).

to be continued.....

forgetful me....

2008-09-04T01:33:00.000+08:00

I am getting more absent-minded.

I left my new SONY in my parents' room at home sweet home. Well...there goes all the funny kinky crazy pics that we took when I went back a week ago. Fine... at least I am going home again next week, so I can ensure I take the camera back with me this time round.

So, knowing that I wouldn't have my new camera on my Frankfurt trip, I had to ensure my old camera was fully-charged. Which I did. But the problem was... I left it on the table top and only realized it when the plane was preparing to take-off. Yeah....

Maybe I do need more nutritions, vitamins, ginkgo biloba, chicken essence...etc whatever.

Another random one...haha but I am excited. Counting down to the days I'll be home again and witness another history-making event in my family ;)

BE STRONG

2008-09-03T01:08:00.004+08:00

Life is so unpredictable huh!

One second you are smiling, and the next second you may be crying.
One second you are totally fit, and the next second you may be lying on your bed unable to sit or stand up.

Therefore, for a dear friend there, I am so sorry to hear about it.
Hope he'd be strong and get well soon. It is a heartache to know that your loved one is suffering yet you're unable to do anything. Man, now I feel like telling my parents and loved ones how much I care and love them.... before it is really too late.

I know this is random... but I pray for you and your family's strength. Get well soon ya!
BE STRONG...PLEASE!!

ps: If there's anything...any slightest thing that I can do...please do let me know.

back in Spore

2008-08-27T16:02:00.001+08:00

Just came back from a 9-day holiday in Jakarta
and I already miss home
and family
and doggie
and friends
and you...

just wait for 2 more weeks and I'll be home again ;)

Merdeka....merdeka...

2008-08-17T15:54:00.004+08:00

MERDEKA MERDEKA MERDEKA

Happy 63th Independence Day, Indonesia!!

Miss singing the national anthem, miss marching for the flag ceremony, miss running for the competition, miss competing for the games....

I'll be home tomorrow!

Day 1 in Amritsar

2008-08-16T13:54:00.010+08:00

#1 day - Wagha Border and Golden Temple (Amritsar, India)

Wagha Border is the road border crossing between Lahore, Pakistan and Amritsar, India. After the partition in 1947, the village was divided into two, with the eastern half remains in India and the other half in Pakistan.

The trip from our hotel to the Wagha Border took around 30 mins (40km). Along the street, we could see many street peddlers, old rundown buildings and even pigs and cows ;)

As we drove further away from the town centre, the Basmati rice fields span across both sides of the road, truly reminded me of Indonesia. Well, the traffic here is definitely more chaotic, with vehicles honking each other and 'every time they see human'. Interesting... but I am worried about my ears *haha

We were given seats at the VIP section *yeay* together with the other foreigners and guests. We were there early, so we could experience how both sides tried to showcase their spirits. Dancing, flag-waving, cheering, chanting, clapping and many more. The spirit and enthusiasm was superb! One side was shouting Hindustan, and the other was cheering Pakistan. Too bad I do not understand what they were saying, otherwise the feel would definitely be greater.

When the ceremony started, the guards marched with full force and energy. It may seem slightly agressive to foreigners with the feet stomping and defensive action, but it really is just an entertainment show for both sides. At the end of the ceremony, flags from both nations were lowered and kept safely.

Reaching Wagha Border
L-R: James, Ddee, Ria

Hola buddy, Heny!
We're there on 14th Aug (Pakistan's Independence Day), a day before India's

The guard in full uniform :)

Entering the 'plenary'

Women were dancing happily before the ceremony started

That's the gate... and that's Lahore :)

Guards marched enthusiastically

The crowds cheering...chanting....screaming...

Let's open the gate...

Stomp the feet!

Flags of the 2 nations

Next stop was Golden Temple (A Temple of God), a must visit place in Amritsar. It is the most significant shrine for the Sikhs and one of the oldest Sikh gurudwara. There are four entrances to the temple; signifying openness and acceptance to welcome everyone. This concept is followed by all Sikh temples all over the world.

Entrance to Golden Temple

Golden Temple at night

The kind soul who drove us around :)

Many slept on the floor next to the 'lake'

Cleaning up

Many volunteers helped in cooking food to be distributed to the poor and visitors.

Mixing the chapati dough

Producing chapati for the mass

If I'm not mistaken... 10K of chapati are produced each hour

The huge vegetable pot where they cook... OH MY!

The kitchen man!

Phew... an exciting day 1!

Next... a trip to Dharamsala, India (tip: Dalai Lama's residence)

si be random

2008-08-16T03:00:00.003+08:00

Alrightiee.... it's already 12.35am now. Been out of my room for over 17 hours venturing the bumpy ride to Dharamsala.

I am so so tired now... my eyes are too heavy to keep 'em open... I am signing off soon.

On a side note...why did I forget to bring my precious must-have pair of jeans?? I have no clue what to wear tomorrow to the orphanage already. Shorts? hm... scared my supervisor will tell me off 'coz it is still not so acceptable in India. Pants? .. err..can't match my top lah. Dang!!

my new love

2008-08-14T23:22:00.000+08:00

Alex - My Vintage Romance

I got to know him (unfortunately, he doesn't know me....for now *haha) from We Got Married. If he really does show his true self here... I can surely say that he is a charming man who invests in romance. He treats a woman like a woman, he makes us feel precious. Therefore, I guess this character reflects his music... ballad and mellow love-song (my fave!).

01 어느새 Eoneusae (Soon)

02 그대라면 Geudaeramyeon (If It's You)

03 넌 언제나 (feat. Thomas Cook) Neon Eonjena (It's Always You)

04 기다리게 해서 미안해요 (Sorry Because you had to wait)

05 발끝을 적시는 눈물 Balkkeuneul Jeokshineun nunmeul (Tears that wet the tip of my toes)

06 Feel Like Making Sunshine

07 깍지껴요 (feat. Gaeko from Dynamic Duo) Kkakjikkyeoyo (Empty shell ____)

08 Waltz lesson (feat. whale)09 연인 Yeonin (Lover)

10 사랑하오 Saranghaeo (I love you)

11 기분 좋은 날 Gibun Joeun Nal (A Good Day)

12 Daydreaming

13 Miss. Understand (feat. Simon Dominic)

14 데이지 Deiji (Daisy)

15 화분 (Flowerpot - Bonus track)

Here are my current MP3 playlist... just can't get enough of you :)

I AM IN AMRITSAR

2008-08-14T17:21:00.004+08:00

Just had a sumptuous lunch with the crew and the station manager... YUMMY!!

Think we are going to have so much fun here...

Four of us are going to the Wagha border (border of India-Pakistan) to watch the guard's changing and flag ceremony at 4.30pm today (note: Today is Pakistan's national day, tomorrow is India's national day and on the 17th is Indonesia's national day). Later on we will pay Golden Temple a visit too.

Tomorrow early morning, we will drive to Dharamsala where Dalai Lama exiled. Yeay yeay...

and the plan for Saturday is to visit Mother Teresa's orphanage...

GOSH... this is so exciting minus the fact I forgot to pack a sweater and my pair of jeans -___-''

here I come India...

2008-08-12T22:08:00.003+08:00

2 bottles of mineral water 1.5 lt
3 bottles of water 500ml
2 cup noodles
2 packs of biscuits
2 packets of potato chips
1 packet of cream soup
1 tin of baked beans
1 bar of choco
4 movies and a series of Korean drama
1 chick-lit by Sophie Kinsela

I think I am ready for my 6-day Amritsar, India (another country to add to the list).

I have no idea where to go except for Golden Temple and the border of India and Pakistan. But I will be staying there for 4 nights and I will have 3.5 clear days to enjoy. What else should I do... or go? Owh.. and the fact that Aug 15 is India's National Day, am not so sure if we're even allowed to go out on this day.

Golden Temple ~ Amritsar

Been considering to go to the Himalayans actually, but if no one wants to go with me... I think I have to let it go this time round. Sigh...

But hey... there is my buddy on board *huahuahaua* and another Indonesian newbie, so that makes three of Indonesian girls ^.*

Please make this flight pleasant!!! please....

ps: I am still counting down to the day I'll be home... yippeee...

back in istanbul

2008-08-11T23:07:00.000+08:00

Marhaba!!

A year ago I was in Istanbul. A short stop-over after finishing my internship in Ukraine. Now that I was back again... some sort of emotions rushed through. I miss Ukraine, I miss my friends and students there :(

When I recalled walking down Sultanahmet by myself a year ago, approached by strangers and hell yeah... things that happened, I think I was pretty much in a state of confusion and heck... come what may. Hm... not gonna tell the story here hahaha

This time round, there were bombs just 2 days before we reached Istanbul (while we just landed in Dubai) so everyone was more cautious. Stories were passed about incidents that happened to some of the crew: being robbed, stripped naked and beaten, being overcharged at a cafe, etc.

Guess I am not so young and free anymore... I actually felt a lil worried walking out by myself *haha... just in case. But worry not.. nothing happened!

So yeah... we did go out to a few places and in particular is Sultanahmet where lies the astounding Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar.

Turkish delights.... sooo sweet and colourful!

#1 meal of the day, kebab.
Cheap and easy ;)

Grand Bazaar
just like Jakarta's Mangga Dua ITC, but in a Turkish style...

We just borrowed the guns from a shop *hahaha

So intricate and detailed... if only I collected those stuffs haha

That's the famous Blue Mosque!

Snap snap...

At the entrance to the mosque...

The girls must take a pic before moving on

The pillars...

Love the lighting on this shot!

We have to cover our arms....

Inside the mosque...

At Eminonu... the ferry terminal
A nice place to relax, fish or take the ferries to the small islands or Bosphorus

people are actually fishing here... nice place!

We're just trying to be cheesy... ^^''

Opposite the small harbour is Spice Bazaar and a mosque (forgot its name)

Too bad the Spice Bazaar has closed when we reached there at 7.30pm. We just walked around and experienced the hustle bustle of sellers and late shoppers, especially for spices, sweets and dried fruits.

Looks appetizing ya...

We flew back to Dubai... and had a late dinner nearby. But the weather is killing I tell you. It's so HOT and really really stuffy.. no wind, no breeze, none!

Dinner JUST for the 6 of us... and not all served yet!

Some of us... in Dubai!

No shopping, not much sight-seeing too...
but a lot of lazy-ing around and kebab

Ciao...

kuingin pulangggggg

2008-08-10T22:58:00.002+08:00

Yeap..roughly a week from now I will be heading home again for almost 10 days*muahaha...

Can hardly wait for the excitement has built itself...
Yummylicious food...family hang-out... mom's cooking... friends gathering... fun karaoke sessions... shopping spree... doggie... bro's wedding prep... and many more.

AWHHH!!!

I wanna have pempek, siomay, seafood, bakmie (Indonesian style noodle), fried char koar tiaow (er...is this how it's spelt?), soto, cendol, nasi padang, Ibu Uun's grilled chicken... omo omo!

Guess a few kgs won't do much harm... hiiii :)

I'm gonna be homeeeee mommmiiieeee

Bonjour Paris! ~ part 2

2008-08-07T01:08:00.002+08:00

continue.....

From Montmartre, we paid the artists' village at the other side of the church a visit. Took lotsa pictures, created some hoo-haa by jumping here and there for pics too and yeah... some people followed us to take pics at the same spots we posed! not bad for our Asian 'eyes' hahaha...

Then we walked down towards Moulin Rouge, entering The Erotic Museum along the journey *hoo....hooo.....

The stars for the moment!

For this trip, our modes of transportation were mainly the train and by foot. Travellers can actually buy a cheaper 10-ticket at 11.6euro instead of 1.6euro per trip. This ticket can be used for the train, bus, metro and RER 'dans Paris' which I have no clue.

Next stop: Opera house....

Just a random shot when I saw the glass window... and a random guy who took our pic
Ok..I didn't mind coz he's cute enough to stand next to me...hauhauhaua

Some shopping spree in between... for some of the girls. I left Gallerie LaFayette empty-handed *sigh....proud..but..disappointed....too

On our way to Notterdam...

Ta da.... muahahahaha so happy!
Finally I stepped on Notterdam coz we didn't visit this place 12 years ago

Up close and personal....

Does anyone know what style Notterdam is?

The other side of Notterdam... the one facing the river

we didn't take the boat ride... huks huks... next time ok!

so soothing!

the-girls-gone-mad-and-the-hunk-stayed-cool

Cute-colourful-eye catching store

According to Lonely Planet, Berthillon is the best local ICE-CREAM in Paris!

T.I.R.E.D!!

Road side stall...

I personally like these cards... look cool

Louvre!!

reminds me of Da Vinci Code hahaha

there's always light at the end of the tunnel :)
Habis gelad terbitlah terang - Ibu Kartini

That's the famous Louvre baybeh...

hihi... asked a random girl to take a pic with us..
guessed he was dared by his peers to dress up like that... interesting huh!

Moi French family.... where's dad, kids?? muahahaha

Seriously... Da Vinci Code!

and then we rushed to Champs Ellysees...

Why did they display my car there? grr...... lol

Risking my life to take this pic in the middle of the street...hahaha
Arc de Triomphe

And our final destination.... Eiffel Tower at 11.30pm
and it was sooooooo cold outside... but we stayed on...

FOR THIS!

The light show on Eiffel...

I am satisfied... very!
muahahaha....

ps: Counting down to the day I'll be home sweet home....yippieee

Bonjour Paris! ~ part 1

2008-08-06T01:42:00.001+08:00

This trip was one of the best sightseeing trip I've ever had (with the crew)...
4 fun-crazy-photo loving girls and a nice big brother who was willing to bring us around.

We planned to cover as many places as possible in a day. So, Hannin and I checked with the concierge before the rest decided to join us.
*showing the map to the hotel concierge
Where is Montmarte?
What is the nearest train station?
Can we walk from Louvre to the Eiffel tower?
*circling places on the map
Which one is a must visit place?
Where else can we go?
and then he asked,
How long are you going to stay in Paris?
2 nights, 1 clear day
NO NO... these are enough!
hahahaha....

After a good night sleep, we ventured out at 10am. The weather was fine, a bit chilly when the wind blew but otherwise it was bearable.

Our first stop: Montmarte and its village
(what a nice feeling)

The gorgeous church from below
(is it a church? sorry, up till now I still can't differentiate among church, cathedral, basilica, etc)

Must fill the hungry stomach before we climbed up the stairs
*too bad my Carbonara was tasteless... and it came with a raw egg, but the staff who served us was nice and funny

He even helped us to take this pic

and claimed I was his wife ^^' hohoho

Girls just wanna have fun :)

Getting closer...

Paris from top... yummy

Hannin, D and big bro

note for fun: the item on the right showed The Pope with a caption on top "I SAID NO!"
well....if you get the joke *hehe... no pun intended lah

At the artists' village
man...the paintings do NOT come cheap at all -__-''

haha... ok, I might scare the s*it out of the people there

twirl twirl twirl... and here comes the dog!

Time to move on...

Just how simple lil things can be sooo... special in its own way *.^
(including this signboard)

I had to crawl to get to this place and also made sure I didn't fall down

We were simply promoting the restaurant...please don't shoo us away!

Guess why did I take this pic?
Ven....not applicable to you haha

So...that was the end of our first half of the day in Paris... Montmarte
Yeap...seriously a must visit place. But do ignore the pushy sellers trying to sell the wristband at the bottom of the church. And yeah... be careful when you travel alone, and when it's dark!

continued on Bonjour Paris! ~ part 2

who's in town?

2008-08-04T23:17:00.003+08:00

Hey hey...

Look who was in town!!!

The Russian-Australian Alex was stopping over for a few days before he departed to Melbourne. It's been over a year since I last met him when he came for a CEEDer-ship with AIESEC Singapore.

He finished his one-year AIESEC Member Committee term in Bahrain, traveled to dunno how many countries in UAE, paid India a visit with *ehm ehm*.. and came to Singapore for a shopping spree before saying bye-bye.

We went to an organic cafe at Sommerset *see I can't even remember the name now* because our dear Starbuck has gone. hint: Alex is a real fan of Starbucks... or maybe its wi-fi haha.

L-R: Alex, D, Phoebe, Nicholas

And I could never think of a time where I chose to consume yoghurt, not even during my work where there are plenty of yoghurt around -___-''

NOOOOOO....

But then I had this yoghurt-fruit-nut-dessert!

Looks good??

Had a fun time cathing up again... and Alex, see you in 4-months time (AT THE MOMENT ok!)

dun want another bread...

2008-07-31T20:21:00.003+08:00

With love from Istanbul....

man, I miss my soups...

and noodles...

and chili!

gettin sick of kebabs n tikka n briyani...

Owh...we're just half of the trip...

Be back on Sunday morning. NATAS anyone?