the pretty little things in life*

Sunday, November 30, 2008 Y 11:53 PM

Life is full of ups and downs.

Glad my life is filled with more ups than downs!

My Thailand trip has been cancelled, yes. Due to the stupid protestors. I am utterly disappointed as I have been looking forward to it since August or September? Sigh. Such is life. But oh wells, it might be a blessing in disguise for all you know. What is becoming of the world now? Brainless protests in Thailand. Terrorist attack in Mumbai leading to the death of such a capable young lady. Is violence the only way to show how strong you are? All these are definitely uncalled for. It's real upsetting.

Anyway, that aside. Life with the people I love can never be better, even if it means being stuck in boring Singapore. Pre-celebrated Diana's birthday at Augus Steak House on Friday! Had our own private room to ourselves. Exactly what we needed for the big group of us! All of us enjoyed the ambience of the private room, the food and each other's company.

Needless to say, the food was slightly pricey, just slighty. But definitely worth every cent that we paid for. Service was pretty excellent as well.

As we were enclosed in our own world, we did not have to worry about scaring the diners away while carrying out our stunts in the room!

Left at 10.30pm as the restaurant was closing for the day, and headed back to Bedok Mac for drinks and chit-chat session! Orchard was in a super Chirstmas-y mood and we couldnt help but stop to take a photo with the giant Christmas tree at Taka!

Met my love* in the late afternoon on Saturday after he attended his colleague's church wedding. Headed for tea at NYDC and my boy bought me the COACH wristlet that I have always wanted! COACH Signature Collection in Kakhi Brown is classic! It's an early present for Christmas! Love it!

Work is getting busier by the days. There seemed to be endless amount of work to be completed, at least until next week.

Looking forward to the long weekend that awaits!

Tuesday, November 25, 2008 Y 12:26 AM

Busy Like A Bee.

The pace at work is finally slowing down after my two major events. With every event, I learn something new, and there's still too much to learn. November is coming to an end. I'm glad I survived through it. Look at my packed schedule for this month! Phew!

My faithful little companion when I drive to work early in the mornings and come home late at nights! Safety always comes first!

Celebrated my boy's birthday on Wednesday, 19 November! His birthday is actually on 20 November, but he had a basketball tournament on that day, so we brought forward the celebration! It was a simple day and a simple celebration, but all that matters is each other's company.

Met up for dinner at Raffles City Sushi Tei after my boy ended work and I finished off entertaining the Shanghai delegates. The ambience of the restaurant was nice and needless to say, both of us were full of praises for the food there. Headed down to Azabu Sabo for Japanese desserts after dinner! Yums! We can never get sick of ice-cream.

Look how happy he is while opening his presents! Teeheehee. He's loving it!

On Saturday, we went to Macpherson for the Spanish Labels Bazaar Sale. After which, we headed down to Orchard for shopping and...more ice-cream at Gelatissimo. Frog leg porridge for dinner at night! Another simple yet enjoyable day.

Going to collect my new passport tomorrow. Have been having trouble at the Customs with the current passport as the photo is too out-dated. And since it's going to expire soon and I'm going away for my holiday really soon, might as well get it replaced. Will share my ku-ku face after I get my passport! Lol.

Off for company retreat on Wednesday and Thursday.

Meeting my girlies on Friday to celebrate Diana's birthday!

Off for holiday!

Monday, November 10, 2008 Y 12:34 AM

Sweet November

Pampered myself with a manicure on Wednesday evening. Had been ages since I last had one. Settled myself at Hollywood Nails at Suntec City. The outlet is rather spacious, with comfy black sofas for the customers, be it doing manicure or pedicure. Their skills are rather good and the service is excellent! I was wearing a rather difficult pair of shoes on the day and the manicurist was helpful and patient to help me put them on when I was about to leave. Still prefer my French manicure, so I'll definitely be going back!

Met up with Cuixia and YY the following day! Havent met Cuixia since Convocation which was more than three months ago. Thai Express for dinner and we wasted no time in catching up.

Decided that the meal wasnt enough to fill our bottomless pits, so we headed over to Anderson's for ice cream! It always feels good to meet up with great friends and realise that we are still as close, just like the good old days.

All Saturdays are lovely days! Went over to Science Centre for an exhibtion by DSTA. And we reckon that since we were already there, we should spend some time exploring the place. When was the last time you visited the Science Centre? I think for me, it was probably 8 or 9 years ago? Lol. Time to relive some childhood/teenage memories!

There was way too much for us to play at Science Centre! We spent a good 3 hours over there and headed to Downtown East after that for sushi dinner and Quantum of Solace. Have to say that Daniel Craig has gotta be the hottest James Bond ever. Fast and furious, he's amazing. So much like Jackie Chan, as what my love*said. He loves smashing his enemies into mirrors. That has gotta be his favourite. Lol.

Went for float and waffle after the movie at New York New York! Sweet.

Time really passes by too fast. Approaching mid-November soon! And very soon, I am going to embrace December with loads of love*.

Tuesday, November 04, 2008 Y 11:00 AM

Work is getting busier by the days and I'm busy like a bee with the upcoming major projects towards the end of the year. But the whole bunch of colleagues at work makes it soooooo much better!

Friday was Agnes' last day at work. She's such a lovely lady and all of us hate to have her leave. But, we're all happy for her as well because we know she will be much more happier elsewhere. Boss treated the whole office for her farewell lunch at Sakura and being the sweet angel that she was, she bought us chocolates and delicious durian puffs on her last day. And even went to the extra effort to mail us her 'Thank You' note. How nice! Weeling and yours truly met Anqi at Suntec after our meeting at HQ to shop for Agnes' farewell gifts the day before. Yes, skiving at work. Lol. We're so glad she love all the presents!

Agnes and her farewell gifts, in her favourite colour of pink!

After buying the presents, we went back to office at night to plant the surprises on her desk! Sten was there to help as well! From left: Anqi, Yours Truly, Sten, Weeling!

Saturday was spent with none other than my love*! He brought me to Island Creamery at Serene Center. OMG! The different ice cream flavours there are AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! When we reached there around 4pm, the whole shop was packed. Not a single seat available. Waited for about 5 minutes before we got a seat. They serve unique flavours there like Ping Pong Milo, Soursop, Coconut, Banana, Very Berry, Horlicks, Teh Tarik, Chendol! Ice cream can be served together with mud pie, brownie or apple strudel if you like! Didnt manage to capture much pictures as we were too busy indulging!

Went for dinner and then, we decided we just cannot get enough of Island Creamery and went back for our second round of ice cream after dinner! Lol. Think Horlicks ice cream, topped with Horlicks powder! Whee! Finally had enough of it and headed home to catch Forensic Heros II all the way till it was time for bed! :)

Woke up at 6am the following day to prepare for Big Walk 2008! Was a grand event with about 20,000 people or more! My first time, and would probably be the last! Lol. No doubt it was hot, tiring and squeezy, but it was a whole lot of fun, laughter and joy completing the walk together with my love*! Teeheehee.

After a good two hours or so, we finially reached Marina Barrage! Nice place with a scenic view and lots of water fountains. We reckon it will be the best place for our next picnic outing!

November is going to be another lovely month!