Life has been plain sailing. Tides of ups and downs are ongoing. I embraced…

School has given me some breaks for now to prepare for the end semester exams yet I am using it for work till the end of Oct. I think it is time to make up for my ‘absence’ since starting of semester 2. Nevertheless, shopping cum drinking cum singing cum gathering therapy will be fulfilled one by one. Lately I have not been patronizing the canteen downstairs due to several farewell lunch outs. Yes, people come and go with the wind. This period of Q3 and 4 made me experienced loneliness and cherish those who are still standing tall with me. I hope to cross paths with those who have left us, into a new working environment. I can truly form an alumni club of my own. The numbers are enough to kick start this side line/NP business, seriously!

My lunch khakis have left one by one in short notices. My dept is in a mess too. Shortage of manpower has always been an issue and concern. Of course, this also determines my workload. It can be placed least urgent from this hour. Within the next minute, top top top urgent! I am upset to see resignation letters. However for most cases, I understand it is for the better of them hence it is not a bad thing after all. I say mixed feelings do surface. I see more happiness and smiles on their faces during their notice period. For this, I am glad for them too. Maybe I should not be so emo about it…

After watching this video showing a 19 yr old student being interviewed by RazorTv, I think she should polish her English. Currently she is the talk of the town; therefore I need not spell out who she is. I must say language is really vital to the max. It is either a make or break! I admit my isn’t any better but am trying to improve whenever there is opportunity. Hereby 2 examples for some laughter…

Eg. “I study… still” - Given my lame character and purposely-attitude, I will define it as she is studying STEEL. Wow…! Haha!
Eg. “I’m studying lor…” same here, I will or perhaps others (Caucasians) will interpret it as you are studying LAW. That is wonderful…! Hahah!

Lastly, this HK drama, 唐心风暴之家好月圆 is FREAKING AWESOME TO THE CORE! I was addicted after watching the first few episodes. This addiction almost killed my Econs test results! I was faming mad with myself for not being able to curb this temptation. Silly thing is, I am watching the DVD not on cable, why the hurry??? I don’t know. Anyway I finished the last few episodes right after my test. I was in cloud nine. I like the entire crew, their roles and storyline/plot. This show is really splendid, real and family/kinship oriented. I prefer this compared to Part I. Go catch it if you can! The best harvest is I managed to grasp some Cantonese lessons while watching. I am learning Canto BTW. How great!?!? :)

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How about

I have been busy like a bumble bee since school reopens. My blog is indeed getting rusty, rotting and deserted. Life as normal definitely filled with roller coaster rides and great emotional turmoil. Work sucks to the core with integration of 2 offices stepping in and settling down for now. I can foresee and fore-smell (is there such a word?) more work (burdens) coming around the corner.

Joyful news
· My ex-colleague Rika Melissa, first to leave our lunch clique, first invitation I receive to attend her early Jan wedding at Jakarta (but I/we failed to), is now 21 weeks pregnant. Congrats! If not for your FB heading- caution: baby inside! I/we are still not aware of your progress after marriage. It is definitely cool that she will be at Finland next month.
· My best poly mate Wendy, finally got a home of their own, a place where she can really call family. She is still located near to my estate so that is double happiness! This Sun 16 Aug, will be her baby girl Charlene’s 1 year old cum house warming party. She will be complaining more now that she has to be fully in-charge of the house chores and balancing studies together. Hope her hubby; James is a good weekend helping hand cum house man.
· My secondary school teacher couple Mr Raj and Ms Png’s bundle of joy has arrived early on 29 Jul. Ashwyn is his name. His sister is Ashlyn. Cool! Congrats! :)

Depressing news
· Just received another head attack that my lunch clique, now remaining of 2, are also leaving. In fact will be, very soon, as they have tendered. I suppose there will be no more rooms for negotiation and consideration. Enough is enough. The time has come. Last Fri is her last day with us- Lydia. My surroundings are left with no more trustworthy, comfortable, fun loving, chatty people I can confide with and pour my sorrows/unhappiness/grudges on. I am really alone now. How I wish I am crying… I understand that people come people go but it is really not easy to let go. When you need them around supporting you listening to you, the plain will surface again. I really hope to make an effort to keep in touch thereafter. I am also honored to form my own alumni for this haha! Now that I have aplenty, I think this idea is pretty ideal.

What makes me almost flew into a rage?
She said “On the other hand, please remember that Bosses are always right. So it is your responsibilities to find out exactly what your boss or client needs and not jump into conclusion. J”
Oh please!? I don’t buy it that bosses/customers are always right. What nonsense?! Bullshit! So what if you are more senior and superior to me doesn’t mean you are ALWAYS right. This is too strong a word plus jumping to conclusion that you are ALWAYS right. Worse still, it pisses me off even more! Bosses are humans too, come on, all humans are equal. I don’t give a freaking damn who you are. Don’t use this technique on me! I tell you boldly, it will only backfire! I will be even more defiant and obstinate to accept your teachings or sayings. !#$%#38**+-XYZ$%#@

For your second liner, I know I am a slave to you, working underneath you (not with you!), I have to get used to this liner otherwise my blood vessels will explode time and time. For this, I give in- no comments. For that useless smile, it doesn’t work on me that you may be or am joking. I took your words seriously. At that very moment I almost wanted to provide you with 2 types of answers yet I chose not to because in the working world, we have to learn how to act. Yes act professionally, act like you like/please to hear (but deep inside I don’t give a freaking damn!), act the way people accept you and likes the outcome/feelings/reactions coming out from you. Don’t know how many people can get star awards or even international awards the Oscars for this!

Anyway first no-harm-to-me answer is “Sure thing, noted with thanks”. Gentle as it is with no negative element showing displeasure or frustration. Second true-and-from-the-bottom-of-my-heart cum attitude-problem answer is somewhat stated above “Whatever, do you think I give a damn to you??!” Yes this will land me somewhere in her bad books and followed by 1-to-1 nice talk (I think confronting is a better word though) behind closed doors.

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Spongé

Today I had the sudden 3min urge to do household chores. Yes it is not a regular routine for me as I admit I took my mum for granted! However I will not say it is totally for granted but an exchange in my context. Whatever it is, my conscious is clear. Half way through, there is a change of direction. I advanced to pack my books/school materials instead. My secondary school journal book was on my hands. I read every page. This feeling of having flashes back to the old memories is indeed… wonderful. I laughed at my horrible, barely-can-make-it English! Unhappy or happy, I embraced them and thankful for it to happened for the lessons behind for the chance to glimpse my old self.

That journal was the only medium to bridge a student and teacher relationship and the bond, back then. I must say it was a good initiative. Thanks to my pretty and understanding English teacher- Ms Jo Png! Again, thankful to met you (and your family) during our class gathering. Luckily I made it in the nick of time if not I will never had the chance to catch up with an old friend again. Though short yet I am contented for that moment to see you are doing good and had a happy life :)

BTW, Spongé was our class name! Very hip! I like the graffiti done at the back of our class. The bunch of malays is really talented. Of course with the other classmates we chatted about the goody/bad old days, funny moments and loads of crap. We were more fascinated about the little one- Ashlyn. Expectedly, my English and PE teacher became a couple. Hunk and babe, yes they were! I was invited for their wedding ceremonies (Tradition and dinner banquet) and Ashlyn’s 1 month old too. *Cloud 9* Good times are always short and sweet; it soon approaches to an end. The rest of us breathe the rest of night at lunar (china) club. 1 word that’s all- not bad lor…

Pris and Jane

Firzal

Ridwan

Ashlyn

Mr Raj, Ashlyn, Ms Png

She's having another baby now :)

Jiahui

Lunar dancers, chio?

Dexter

Pris, Yongyao, Dexter, Jane

Corn- he's the BOSS, he got us a VIP to enter!

Raymond, Yongyao

She's hot... ...

She's hot too...

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MIA-ed for almost a month and went through a quite a few downhill, everything was not good. Finally intensive module has come to an end! I really enjoyed the learning on marketing principles! Partly I can relate much more easier as I had been swimming in the MR environment for a few months yet minding my own business, more or less I gained. I got to know the terminologies, processes and some specific details. We shall wait for the outcome… Attitudes and reactions towards some friends changed. I chose it. I am trying a few types of responses towards certain group of people at particular situations. Surprisingly, the whole experience turnout not too negatively, it was still within my control. At least it was a nice try!

Anyway think it is time for a wonderful retail therapy! :) I have not gone for GSS this year. No time. Sad. I betta speed on it before it ends!

My wish came true- trip to marina barriage. If you are not driving, I dare to say it is not easy to set your feet there. Seriously deep in! Another surprise, many people were there which I thought otherwise. The breeze is definitely awesome! The night view is scenic. The feeling is calm and comfortable. The structure is innovative... ... wee~

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I missed the 2nd event of sports clinic- badminton! I was excitedly looking forward to go karting right after my 3 sucky papers! 2 words for this entire game- quite THRILLING! Note that it is not wise to go kart in SG based on these few reasons:

1. Expensive to the max! My colleague went to check out the price, she saw something like $28 per 10 min (2 rounds)?! WTH! I had a peek at the invoice for this game, total was $2600. That day we had about 25 pax, it should be -/+ $104 per pax! OMG!!! When I did it in Shanghai, be it indoor or outdoor, it was 100rmb for 2 rounds = -/+ 20sgd. SEE THE DIFF!
2. Circuit was way too short and not challenging. Distance was short as well. There is little chance to accelerate to the finishing line.
3. Located at Yung Ho, Jurong which is damn out of way to travel all the way just for that 10mins circuit testing? That is dumb!
4. Condition of go kart was poor probably those go karts are for testing and us- amateur. They have the best ones with shell covering the motors, shiny and brand new. I was jokingly telling my colleague that I rather invest in a go kart instead of a horse! Hehe :p

Advice is to try go karting in countries like Malaysia, China or probably Thailand, Indonesia and Philippines.

i luv car 6! its my victory!

us

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