Post Christmas and Preparing for 2009
Monday, December 29, 2008 |12:16 AM
As the years goes by, Christmas & New Year Parties seems to be getting quieter year by year.
In fact, over the years, i 've kinda of lost interest in going for christmas & new year clubbing. I actually much prefer to celebrate these occassions with family and close friends. Are these signs of aging? I certainly hope not! Anyway, i've an exciting Christmas 2008. Many wonderful gifts, though my wish list ain't fulfilled but i ain't disappointed. The gifts given to me are special and i really feel each gift is a thoughtful one, though it may be small/ just even a simple card. In fact, a simple card, a few words can bring a smile to my face and tears to my eyes. Before i continue, i would certainly love to show case some of the pressies i've gotten even after Christmas..
The above is from Sammi.
Ain't this lovable..its from Ledy Diana..and this shall sit in my car!
The above ain't a christmas gift but its from Jem & Joel. Can you believe it? Hello Kitty DVD.
Well well, now that christmas mood is over, i'm sure everyone is as excited as I am to enter into a brand new year. I am excited because a new year means a fresh start. To me, 2009 is going to be exciting. Its going to be exciting year, new beginning with the Lord! So... in 2009, I want to:
~ have 1 more sheep
I remembered when i was approached to take on a sheep this year, my heart was willing but i was more fearful. But now, i really feel happy that i can be an influence in someone's life and i can have this privilege to look after God's flock.
~bring at least someone to church
It's fearful when i first started asking someone to church. But now as i ask, it gets easier. People in my list includes my cousin (esther), my friend (charlene). I really hope to see transformed lives in 2009.
~continue to exercise regularly and eat healthier
I've started a regular exercise regime in 2008 by swimming 2 times a week and 500 daily hula hoops and i hope to continue this in 2009. By having a healthier body, it gives me more energy and a better outward appearance.
~excel in my current workplace
i am loving my job and happy where i am. Just months ago, i was contemplating whether i should move to Macau but i am glad i didn't go. I thank God for putting a stop to my plans and He gave me a much better place. I hope to learn more things, take up more responsibilities and be a influencer to people around me.
~have a soul mate
after lessons learnt and burdens release in 2008, i think i am more ready to have a soul mate in the coming year. but this will only come after the 1st QTR of 2009. In fact, i don't wanna rush God even if i don't have 1 in 2009. Let me trust Him that He will intervene at the right place at the right time. Never early, never late.
oh...i am now getting all excited for 2009!!!!
Next up, while i was packing my cards the other day, i packed all my cards into this box..i shall call this "my precious box" because it contains all kinds of cards -> birthday, farewell, christmas, new year etc.
i'll be thankful for Christmas
Saturday, December 27, 2008 |11:44 PM
I've always love December. Not only for the many holidays but also for Christmas. Christmas for me, since young has always been a season of giving. I remembered when i was young and every Christmas my parents would give me gifts. I remember receiving my barbie doll, doll house and cooking playset. This Christmas, i am thankful. I don't need to be thankful for the BIG things but just the simple things in my life. Thankful that i am able to wake up every morning, for my family, for my friends, for having good health and for having money in my wallet. The list just never ends. But i am thankful.
Most importantly, i thank God for Christmas.
Can one imagine a calendar year without Christmas? Without the lights, the warmth feeling of the festive season and all the finger licking food? To add to that, i can't imagine living throughout a year without being reminded that Jesus came on this special day. Just so to give me life and life to the fullest.
Besides being thankful for Christmas, Christmas to me (ever since being a Christian) is always a busy season. In fact, at least the 2 months leading up to Christmas is busy. A season of outreach. Its a test of stamina to the point i kind of feel stretched. I have this feeling of wanting to just rest and sit back and relax. Well, but i know for now i can't just do as yet. Anyway, i am real tired. So pictures..
On 20/12/2008, above is the place the CG went with our friends. oohh..its been like > 10 years since i last ice skate.
Yours truly - Its me without makeup. Just had my facial. All ready to SKATE!
Wore the skates. yes its my feet
This sunblock costs me a good SGD 73. Bought this-> my facial therapist said my freckles are coming out.
My christmas gifts this season. I just love them
My mum gave this to me..i love perfumes!
On Xmas, i went for a baby shower and this is the lovely baby boy. He's so cute i just love carrying him.
Invitation to Hope Church Xmas Service
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 |9:39 AM
Sorry people, i know its kind of late to be posting this. Christmas is just 2 days away! If you are still considering where to go, i warmly invite you to this service my church is having. Xmas eve service is held on 24 Dec 2008 and i'll be attending the service from 8-10pm @ the Rock Auditorium at Suntec City. Anyone interested can drop me an email. For further details, please refer to
http://www.hopesingapore.org.sg/christmas08/christmas08.htm
Marrying "Mr Wrong" is worse than being Single
Thursday, December 18, 2008 |5:32 PM
In recent days, i have been hearing and reading many articles of women in their late 20s or even 30s not getting hitched. I even have discussions with my colleagues and friends onto the various reasons why women are getting hitched at a later age or not even hitched at all. i guess besides women these days being better educated causing them to be financially independent, many women nowadays are afraid of marrying "mr wrong". I will agree with the latter. I've heard too many stories of why people get married:
1) They have been together for very long (> 5 years) that they are so use to each other. Everyone sees them as a couple so its natural that they just end up together.
2) Shot Gun. Don't need to go further.
3) Lonely. They don't care whether they really love the person. They are afraid to be alone. They need companionship.
4) Peer pressure. To attain the status of "married"
5) God brought them together.
Personally, i am more afraid of marrying mr wrong rather than being single. Marrying Mr Wrong has lots of complications. I always felt marriage is for life. Heard too many stories of people spending a bomb on their wedding but to divorce/annul their marriage like a few years down the road. Frankly divorce is expensive and troublesome. Imagine the legal fees, costs incur to sell the house etc. Marrying the wrong guy also causes lots of heartache. Can you imagine living with someone for the rest of your life when you actually don't love the person?
So what do i want in a husband..here goes my list:
1) Must be a Christian. He must be someone who loves God.
2) Must be someone who can correct me lovingly when I am wrong.
3) Must be able to serve with me. (ie. when we serve God must be 1+ 1> 2)
4) Must be someone who's able to lead and decisive.
5) Must have good family relationships and values family ties.
6) Must be someone who talks little and more of a listener. But talk at the right time.
7) Must be wise. Best is filled with God's wisdom.
8) Must be stable in his job.
9) Don't need to be very good looking. Just neat and presentable.
10) Taller than me!
11) No mummy's boy! I don't like guys who still get their mums to buy their underwear/clothes for them when they are an adult!
Ok..that's all my list not very long right? 11 pts only. hiaks hiaks
New Stuff in Dec 2008
|12:29 AM
Just to update some of my extravagant and latest buys in Dec 2008. I was shopping on the public holiday last week and its been some time i wanted to get a key pouch. Couldn't decide which brand i wanted. Due to the Gucci sale, i went to join the QUEUE to get in. So stupid and i felt so disappointed because there wasn't any thing nice on sale. ARGH! waste of my time. Looked @ prada 1) the design was bad or 2) didn't have the color i wanted. Was walking around orchard and chanced upon this brand Kate Spade. I knew of this brand some time ago but didn't really take a look before in the boutique. So i stepped in and found this key pouch i really like. Its fully leather. Exterior is black and interior is PINK! The best feature was that it had something to specially hold car key! Presenting my key pouch..
Next up. I've always been using Lancome mascara and wanted something for a change. Kinda of like Shu Uemura for its packaging and brand and decided to give it a try. Bought it @ Isetan Scotts and was kind of won over by the service staff.
Finally, I've been swimming so frequently that my swim wear can't dry up often. Been looking around for a nice and suitable one. Tried Triumph, Speedo, Arena etc but can't find any. While shopping @ Robinsons today I saw this and i liked it alot. The color combination seems a little weird though. So unusual of me to get such a color. But i really love it. My new swim wear. Chio anot?
argh!! Blogger ain't working well today. i took so long to upload my photos!! today i moved out of my comfort zone and ate at a place i never imagined i would ever venture into. Over my dead body is what i will say in the past. Oh well well, that was me in the past leh. But God is doing a great job in my life and today i shall share with you all my adventurous night @ this place. But let me clarify my blog is never meant to be a food bloggie. Ok the reason that the CG will explore this eating place is because of Arief. We are having a farewell for him cause he's going back to his home country today. So we decided to eat something he likes. People what he likes ain't what i like! Anyway by the end of it, they offered to give us free membership some platinum card which has discounts in future. Only Jeremy and Arief signed up. Of course i didn't. *giggles*.
A little about the place we went. It serves Authenic XX Cuisine. Its a 5 star super attas eating place. Eating table is made of marble. Atmosphere - i'll rate 4/5. Service - 4/5. Food wise - 3.5/5. But food portion wise - 1/5. The serving was miserable! I shan't keep you all in suspense any longer - the place we went to was:
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Signage of the 5 star attas restaurant
Boneless Fish Curry
The CG in front of the famous fire station
Its yours truly signing off.. 
Retro feeling again..while waiting for lunch 
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