It's Personal, Myself & I. It's My Prerogative

There Goes November 2009

2009-12-02T22:37:00.000+08:00

How times flies. November was over in an instant. Been a busy month. Attended a 3 days Problem Based Learning Foundation course in Temasek Polytechnic. It's still looks great and it brought back memories. Lots of improvements made to school.

Not forgetting TRACOM Sprint.

Cohesive Event 10/09/2009

2009-09-13T22:31:00.000+08:00

Had a cohesive event with my second batch of trainees (Eric, Justin, Andrew and Aik Seah). The activities planned were back to back. We kicked off the day with Bowling at Marina Square after breakfast at McDonald's.

It's been some time since I last bowled. It was fun bowling with the boys as they were very good at it.

Photos Courtesy Of Eric

We went to K-Box after bowling to let our hair down. I didn't realize they love singing so much and Justin sounded so professional. They were definitely big fans of Jay Chou. Jay Chou's songs in my opinion were difficult to sing as he always use different techniques for each songs.

Had brunch at Hotpot Culture, the food was below average though. It was made up by having a game of number guessing. Five of us will contribute to something into a bowl where the "loser" who "guessed" the number will have to finish what's in the bowl. Marshmallows which melted in hot soup tasted terrible.

The day ended after we proceeded to Suntec to the COMEX. Justin and Andrew bought a new PC each.

It was a splendid cosy day well-spent with the guys.

Beauty Regime 1

2009-08-31T21:27:00.000+08:00

Do you have any skin care products you swear by?

With the various types of skin care products available, I found the newly launched O2 Bubble-Mask by Follow Me pretty impressive. Follow Me been in the market for many years already.

After cleansing your face, apply O2 Bubble-Mask evenly and "miraculously" bubbles will form. Rinse face with warm water after leaving it on for 5-10 mins. Rich papaya extract gently exfoliates dead skin. Skin will feel more supple and smooth after using.

Apply a thin layer

Bubbles start to form

What is your skin care regime?

Random Updates

2009-08-30T11:15:00.007+08:00

Been a busy Aug 09 for me as there were a number of events I participated. Went to Jurong Bird Park, participated AHM (though only 6km) and lastly NDP AFC 2009.

Kesler, Ivan, J'den and I went to Jurong Bird Park on 15 Aug 09. It had been ages since I last went to Jurong Bird Park. There were many changes but I can hardly remember as I last went when I was in Primary school. Let the pictures do the talking.

NDP AFC 2009 Pictures.

Signing out.

Food Glorious Food - Silk Road Restaurant 11 Jul 2009

2009-07-11T23:26:00.003+08:00

Went to Sentosa with J'den and had a sumptuous meal at Silk Road Restaurant near Palawan Beach (Beach Carpark).

The food was simply wonderful so was the excellent service. The staff were courteous and friendly and this made the dinner even more enjoyable. Had signature dishes like Pumpskin soup, chilli crabs...

Let the pictures do the talking.

Signing Out

Night Safari

2009-07-05T11:20:00.007+08:00

Backdate entry on 26 Jun 2009. Joined a group of friends to Night Safari. It's a promotion that the zoo had where visitors cut out a coupon from the papers to gain access with 50% off.

It was a good deal as none of us been to the night safari. No pictures on the animals as it was prohibited as it would cause alarm to them.

Signing out

Random Thoughts

2009-04-09T20:50:00.006+08:00

Like this song by S.H.E alot.

只剩下钢琴陪我站在这里梦想中属於我们的婚礼却成了单人结婚进行曲在这场爱情角力的拔河里爱我还是爱你你选择了自己
撒娇的可爱的迷人的爱哭的照片里曾经的都是你喜欢的如今我还在原地你却走回你的记忆
你说我爱你太多就快要把你淹没你害怕幸福短暂一秒就崩落分开是一种解脱让你好好的想过我想要的那片天空你是不是能够给我
你说我给你太多却不能给我什麽分不清激情承诺永恒或迷惑爱情是一道伤口我们各自苦痛沉默是我最後温柔是因为我太爱你
只剩下钢琴陪我站在这里梦想中属於我们的婚礼安静了在我枕边的梦里
我知道相爱原本就不容易爱不是一加一努力就有结局
撒娇的可爱的迷人的爱哭的照片里曾经的都是你喜欢的脸颊的泪还温热却没有人握我的手
你说我爱你太多就快要把你淹没你害怕幸福短暂一秒就崩落分开是一种解脱让你好好的想过我想要的那片天空你是不是能够给我
你说我给你太多却不能给我什麽分不清激情承诺永恒或迷惑爱情是一道伤口我们各自苦痛沉默是我最後温柔是因为我太爱你

Another info media on TV which I guess seen by many.

Pefection within the imperfections. Do you love your loved ones because they are perfect? Or because they are perfectly imperfect?

Birthday Celebration

2009-03-30T21:24:00.003+08:00

How time flies, it one year after I got my licence. It's a great feeling though time wait for no one. Sent my car in for some re-spray to cover the marks made by some idiot for didn't turn properly and brushed against my bumper some time ago. It was a great job done by the workshop as my car looked new again.

Celebrated my birthday with Ivan, Kesler and J'den. Thanks for the pressies.

Ivan's New Car

2009-03-04T23:27:00.003+08:00

Ivan got his new car last Saturday and I got to take a ride on it. He had bought the
new Honda Jazz. Interior wise, he got the luxury version. Found many mug shaped holder inside, I guess it meant for driver and passengers to enjoy their drinks while on the move. Besides that, the new slicker outlook and no spoiler, the car is quite similar to mine.

It's funny how Ivan tried to get familiar with his new car. Though with many years of experiences, he still need a little time to get used to driving a smaller car. Performance wise for Jazz is still good.

Cohesion Day 02 Feb 09

2009-02-24T00:41:00.009+08:00

Cohesion Day Pic with my trainees. Had gathering at East Coast Park. Backdated 2 Feb 09.

Monuments

2009-02-13T21:30:00.009+08:00

It's been some time since I last blog about something. After a long hiatus, I am penning this down as I found it rather meaningful. A National Education been scheduled for Total Defence to allow the instructors and trainees to visit some of the monuments that tribute lives sacrificed during the Second World War.

Looking at some of the images, let’s recall the background behind these monuments.

Tan Kim Seng Fountain created in memorial to Mr Tan Kim Seng. A philanthropist, he had donated generous sum of money to construct a system to provide piped water to town.

The Cenotaph was erected in memory of those who sacrificed their lives in First World War. It was decided after Second World War, the memorial should also remember those who sacrificed their lives too.

In remembrance of war hero Mr Lim Bo Seng, the monument, Lim Bo Seng Memorial was built. He sacrificed his life to protect his fellow comrades from being captured by the Japanese Army.

Lastly, the Civilian War Memorial is dedicated to those who perished during the Japanese Occupation. The four pillars rise to pinnacle of 92.5 metres symbolized shared experiences by the four major races. Remains of unidentified war victims were buried beneath the monument.

There was also a guest presenter who shared something that do trigger my mind on how pampered we are now. He did mention on why people no longer find it meaningful to celebrate Chinese New Year. It is true that when I was young, I do look forward to CNY as it’s only during that period I do get to have a sumptuous meal. Even for soft drinks, I do get to drink it to my heart fulfill. Yes, indeed, our lives are better and we can get new clothes any time when we only get to do so before its CNY.

Signing off.

GPS

2008-08-17T19:10:00.003+08:00

Friends who took my car know I am pretty bad at navigating. No matter how I prepare myself by checking the road directory before leaving the house, I still get lost. My passengers will get all the nonsense from me. Ok, I am really very bad. :P

Instead of screaming at my poor passengers for not directing me or advising me in advance on the right direction, I bought a Global Positioning System (GPS).

The Packard Bell Compasseo 370 served it's basic purpose of a GPS unit. It can direct me to the correct course to take and warn me of any ERP gantries and traffic cameras ahead. The after service of Packard Bell is pretty lousy. I have sent an email on some queries I have but till now I still did not get a reply. No wonder on the website forum of Packard Bell people complaint that the service is really bad. They better pull their socks up before they lose their market space.

Self Indulgence

2008-08-16T13:11:00.005+08:00

Got myself this recently to pamper myself. I always like rings and watches and this added to my collection.

Read someone's blog and got me thinking whether one can be friends with their exs. Do you feel randour with him/her. That's one question many may face at one point of time in their lives. When a couple broke up, where do the love go? Do people still lock in their bitter cold war after their break-up? With the increasing divorce rate, do one still believe love can last forever? when one person suggest to break-up, where has the love gone to? Does it go to the new relationship? Every relationship is different and so does the love.

I am pretty contented with my life. Just got alittle emo after reading someone's blog. Hope everyone will cherish their family, friends, and their love ones and don't let go easily. :)

Activities

2008-07-27T01:06:00.002+08:00

Had Cohesive Day with my colleagues and trainees at Bishan Park for prawn catching. Did not try it but glad to see all the trainees having fun trying to use the fishing rod to catch those prawns. Had BBQ for breakfast followed by a light buffet. Simple way to end the Friday morning. Took a pic with my students.

Dinner was sinful with J'den, Ivan and Kesler at Ikoi at Hotel Mirama. No picture as I didn't bring it with me.

On Saturday, I went to the Botanical Gardens. It's another good feeling going to these places instead of shopping malls all the time. Let the pictures do the talking.

Random Babbling

2008-07-20T22:57:00.003+08:00

Had a ship dinner on last Friday with former shipcrew at Paramount Hotel. The shopping center below was kind of sleazy as there were scantily dressed women around. Nonetheless, the poolside cafe made up for it though the buffet was ok. Had received the Best Ship plaque from my former boss.

Went to South Ridge Sunday and the view was great. Been some time since I had such as breeze walk and I enjoyed the view.

Strike A Pose

2008-06-29T13:05:00.002+08:00

Never really take a pic of me and my "Jazzical". Given my car a name, Jazzical, corny by just a simple name made up by it's model name.

Me on my way to clean my car. It's my weekly routine to keep her clean.

Striking a pose with "Jazzical".

My permanent passengers onboard given by J'den, two cute stuff toys taking the backseats. I had 3 TY bears and Tiga at the back. Me being a child at heart. :P

First Servicing

2008-06-21T11:20:00.003+08:00

I went for my 1st car servicing last Mon, the arrangement was find and it took me less than 4 hrs to get it done. The disappointment was the cleaning of my car although free of charge by Kah Motors was a tad disappointing. I found edges not clean and there's still dirt on it. Why I know? I had cleaned it a day before. Complaint to my agent on the dissatifactory service. Told him I clean even better than the FOC cleaning. I had requested for no strong detergent but just plain water as I had coat my car with a paint protection. Not wanting any harsh treatment, I opt for just water and yet, it's not a good job.

Saw the new Jazz, it don't look good to me. Too weird edges, no regret getting this version.

Talking about cleaning the car, it can be an arduous task. Every week, I have to clean the car as there's construction going on at my workplace and all the sand dust just irritates me. I took at least 2 hours to clean and vacuum the car.

Enough on cleaning but I realize on the road there are damn lousy drivers who don't check. There's one Ang Mo woman who tried to change lane and never check, I managed to avoid her. The stupid woman had no guts and avoid looking at me near the traffic junction when we met again. Hello, how the hell you get your licence???

Enough of my complaint, guess I still don't have much to blog about. Just busy with work.

Have a good weekend.

My Car

2008-05-31T00:36:00.003+08:00

A backdated entry. I finally got my car from Kah Motors on 28 May 08. It was a rainy day but I am glad as I am pretty used to it as I experienced it during my driving lessons a number of times.

The feeling of getting my very own car is good though the increase in fuel prices recently did create some sort of hesitation. Nonetheless, life still go on no matter what. I had alittle spin and I drove to work the next day.

Still trying to get more familiar with my car as I have yet got the feel of it. Taken some pics of my car. Here goes.

Random Babbling

2008-05-12T21:40:00.004+08:00

Been on a hiatus for some time, alive and kicking. Haha. Life being mundane and I have nothing to blog about.

Just some stuff that happened last week. My former unit was awarded the best ship in the fleet. I was invited to dinner with the former crew and it's was nice to see similar faces. Was presented with a plaque to commemorate the service onboard.

Received a phone call from car agent that my car arrived. Done some administrative stuff and I guess my car be ready by end of the month. It's much earlier than expected.

Will be busy in the coming weeks as I prepare for some coaching courses and coming lessons. Need to get some presentation slides ready soon.

Will stop here. Till I have something interesting to blog about, take care everyone.

Song To Recommend

2008-04-27T23:25:00.002+08:00

A pretty nice song, enjoy...

Leona Lewis' Better In Time

Lyrics

It's been the longest winter without you
I didn't know where to turn to
See somehow I can't forget you
After all that we've been through
Going coming thought I heard a knock
Who's there no one
Thinking that I deserve it
Now I realise that I really didn't know
If you didn't notice you mean everything
Quickly I'm learning to love again
All I know is I'm gon' be ok

[Chorus:]
Thought I couldn't live without you
It's gonna hurt when it heals too
It'll all get better in time
And even though I really love you
I'm gonna smile cause I deserve to
It'll all get better in time
I couldn't turn on the TV
Without something there to remind me
Was it all that easy
To just put aside your feelings
If I'm dreaming don't wanna laugh
Hurt my feelings but that's the path
I believe in And I know that time will heal it
If you didn't notice boy you meant everything
Quickly I'm learning to love again
All I know is I'm gon' be ok

[Chorus:]
Thought I couldn't live without you
It's gonna hurt when it heals too
It'll all get better in time
And even though I really love you
I'm gonna smile cause I deserve to
It'll all get better in time
Since there's no more you and me
It's time I let you go So I can be free
And live my life how it should be
No matter how hard it is I'll be fine without you
Yes I will

[Chorus: X2]
Thought I couldn't live without you
It's gonna hurt when it heals too
It'll all get better in time
And even though I really love you
I'm gonna smile cause I deserve to
It'll all get better in time

COE Bidding Result

2008-04-09T23:25:00.000+08:00

Received a good news from my car agent that my COE bid was successful. I opt for 4 bids non-guaranteed COE at $15000, and today's 1st open bidding result was at QP $16930. Just glad I didn't pay more for it.

Simple Celebration

2008-03-29T13:20:00.003+08:00

After dinner at Hong Kong Tea House off East Coast Rd, Ivan and Kesler brought me a birthday cake from Temptations. Didn't have any intention to celebrate in the first place. A really nice chocolate cake.

Thanks Ivan and Kesler for the presents and cake.

Got My Driving License

2008-03-28T12:01:00.001+08:00

Woohoo...I passed my driving lesson! After much planning and practical lessons, its made my day to pass it once and for all. I am glad all the planning pays off. Was quite worried about the traffic since it's peak hour but surprisingly, the traffic flow was quite favorable.

Thanks for all the encouragement received. It's the best birthday present I can give myself.

Recalling

2008-03-28T11:49:00.001+08:00

Ivan's Birthday

2008-03-25T22:37:00.002+08:00

Celebrated Ivan's birthday yesterday at Royal Plaza on Scotts Hotel, Carousel. Wide spread of cuisine but the food were mostly cold due to the strong air-conditioning. Took some pictures but no food picture. Happy Birthday Ivan.

Gift 2

2008-03-21T10:05:00.005+08:00

Met up with Andy and Charles for dinner yesterday at Szechuan Court at Raffles City. Nice restaurant but a tad pricy though.

Receive my advanced birthday gift from Andy a lovely branded keychain. I will aim to pass my driving test so I can use it soon. Thanks Andy.

Gift From Andy

Gifts

2008-03-11T23:12:00.005+08:00

Received a farewell gift from a friend who gave me a probation plates, a multi-purpose holder for CDs, cash-card, etc. I am really touched by the gesture. Thank for the gifts, I'll be motivated to pass my driving practical test. Thank you Kar Lai.

Traveling

2008-03-11T09:46:00.004+08:00

I have been to quite a number of countries be it due to work or on leisure. But nothing beats traveling leisurely using my own money with friends and not work related.

Just keeping them as memories on the UK trip I made in 2000. That's 8 years ago! OMG.

Aivermore Cairingorm

Edinburgh Castle

Bath

Bath Royal Cresent

Salibury Stonehenge

London Tower Bridge

The following is a group picture of the taken for a trip to China Zhang Jia Jie.

KL in 2005

Petronas Tower, KL

BKK in 2006

That's for now.

Reminiscing The Past 3

2008-03-09T19:57:00.004+08:00

Should be the last part of Reminiscing The Past. This time the work environment.

Just let the pictures do the talking.

RSS SEA SCORPION Crew

RSS FORMIDABLE CPOs' Mess

RSS FORMIDABLE Crew At Gathering

Reminiscing The Past 2

2008-03-09T19:35:00.005+08:00

Don't really have much picture taken in secondary school.

Look at me when I am in Primary 6. Permaisura Primary School. School no longer there.

Me When I am in Primary 6

I looked so geeky.

Since I don't have pictures in secondary school, I will look back in Polytechnic days in Temasek.

My TP friends...

Temasek Poly Friends

Don't laugh at the hair style, it was pretty "in" at the time.

Attended Jean's wedding dinner.

Jean's Wedding Dinner

Asaph's wedding dinner

Asaph's Wedding Dinner

How much have we changed?

Reminiscing The Past 1

2008-03-09T18:51:00.005+08:00

Flipping through the photo album, I realize it's good to capture the time with camera. Recalling the past do make one feel old but then again, it's pretty fun to look at the hair style and kind of clothing that was "in". I do laugh at how nerdy I look in the past.

My childhood pictures...

Family Picture

Geez, I was so young. Guess I am going to take more pictures to capture the precious moments in life.

Song To Recommend

2008-03-09T18:32:00.002+08:00

Simply love this song by 张韶涵 Angela Zhang, 亲爱的，那不是爱情.

Lyrics as follows:

教室里那台风琴叮咚叮咚叮咛
像你告白的声音动作一直很轻
微笑看你送完信转身离开的背影
喜欢你字迹清秀的关心

那温热的牛奶瓶在我手中握紧
有你在的地方我总感觉很窝心
日子像旋转木马在脑海里转不停
出现那些你对我好的场景

你说过牵了手就算约定
但亲爱的那并不是爱情
就像来不及许愿的流星
再怎么美丽也只能是曾经

太美的承诺因为太年轻
但亲爱的那并不是爱情
就像是精灵住错了森林
那爱情错的很透明

那温热的牛奶瓶在我手中握紧
有你在的地方我总感觉很窝心
日子像旋转木马在脑海里转不停
出现那些你对我好的场景

你说过牵了手就算约定
但亲爱的那并不是爱情
就像来不及许愿的流星
再怎么美丽也只能是曾经

太美的承诺因为太年轻
但亲爱的那并不是爱情
就像是精灵住错了森林
那爱情错的很透明

太美的承诺因为太年轻
但亲爱的那并不是爱情
就像是精灵住错了森林
那爱情错的很透明

A Prosperous and Happy CNY 2008

2008-02-07T10:56:00.000+08:00

Though I am not a person who really enjoy CNY, I do wish everyone to have a Prosperous and Happy CNY in the year of the Rat.

新年快乐万事如意

Cars That Rocks!

2008-01-19T15:29:00.000+08:00

Hehe, in my opinion only... They ain't any sport cars but just simple cars that looks good to me. Anyway, I hope I can pass my driving and own one of these soon. Been surfing the net to look at the models that appeal to me. A car to me is just a form of transport and I am looking into reliability and 1.3 litre to 1.5 litre will do. Some of the models that caught my eyes...

2008 Mazda 2 B-segment five-door hatchback. Looks alittle like Toyata Yaris at the back though. The 2008 Mazda 2 is expected to be unveiled with three engine options, a 1.3 liter petrol (two variants - 74hp/118Nm and 83hp/121Nm), a 1.5 liter petrol (103hp/136Nm) as well as a 1.4 liter turbo diesel.

Mazda 2 2008

Toyato 2007 Yaris SR 5dr

Suzuki Swift GL 5 dr

Honda 2008 Fit Jazz

Most importantly, I must get my driving licence soon and then I will choose the car. :)

Song To Recommend

2008-01-16T14:46:00.000+08:00

Heard this song Apologize by Timbaland featuring One Republic off radio recently and I found it rather cool. Guess I am bored since I am down with chicken poxs for the last few days. Anyway the lyrics:

Apologize by Timbaland featuring One Republic

I'm holding on your rope
Got me ten feet off the ground
And I'm hearing what you say
But I just can't make a sound
You tell me that you need me
Then you go and cut me down
But wait...
You tell me that you're sorry
Didn't think I'd turn around and say..

That it's too late to apologize, it's too late
I said it's too late to apologize, it's too late

I'd take another chance, take a fall, take a shot for you
And I need you like a heart needs a beat
(But that's nothing new)
Yeah yeah

I loved you with a fire red, now it's turning blue
And you say
Sorry like an angel, heavens not the thing for you,
But I'm afraid

It's too late to apologize, it's too late
I said it's too late to apologizes, it's too late
Woahooo woah

It's too late to apologize, it's too late
I said it's too late to apologize, it's too late
I said it's too late to apologize, yeah yeah
I said it's too late to apologize, a yeah

I'm holding your rope
Got me ten feet off the ground...

Seasons Greeting

2007-12-21T20:41:00.000+08:00

Asaph & Angela Wedding

2007-11-12T15:30:00.000+08:00

On the 11 Nov 2007, I witness the customary marriage of Asaph and Angela. I was one of the brothers who helped in the gatecrashing and photo-taking. It's really nice to see them looked so blissful. I had fun meeting up old friends at the wedding dinner too.

They looked so blissful :)

Commission Ceremony / Dinner

2007-05-06T14:01:00.000+08:00

The ship was finally commissioned on 5 May 2007 after much anticipation. I was pretty excited and wanted things to go smoothly. All the rehearsals and wait was worth it.

BBK Trip

2006-01-25T23:39:00.000+08:00

I had made a trip to Bangkok, Thailand recently with a friend to get away from work. It's been a nice trip for me overall. Took a late flight to Bangkok and arrived Asia Hotel at 2332H. Didn't do much stuff except wash up and prepare for some shopping next day. It's a pretty accessible hotel with BTS, Sky Train (Ratchathewi station) inter-linked at 2nd floor. The only complaint was that there's no kettle in the room even for Superior except in Deluxe rooms.

Day 1

Wake up at 7 am and my friend and I proceeded to have breakfast in the hotel.

Made our way using the Sky Train to the famous Erawan Shrine which was just 2 stations (Chit Lom) away from the hotel.

Went to Siam Paragon and some other shopping centers around before lunch. A pity World trade Center was closed for renovation. Had lunch at some pretty cool cafe called Greyhound Cafe in Siam Paragon. Loved the ambience.

Went to more shopping and even proceed to have sharkfin and birdnest in Chinatown.

Went Sala Daeng for more shopping... My feet were tired and my friend suggested some foot reflexlogy and we went to look around for something clean and not some sleazy place. My feet felt pretty good after the spa treatment.

Day 2

More shopping and more food. Wahaha...

Look what we had for dinner... At Nooodle Shop...

Day 3

No change in plans, it's still shopping but to Chatuchak (Mo Chit station) this time... My friend bought quite a number of Tee shirts.

Lunch in one of the stall in Chatuchak.

Unfortunately it rained pretty heavily in the afternoon. There was some flooding... We seized the opprtunity to rest our feet in a cafe.

We had dinner at Coca Restaurant again in Siam Paragon.

Went to Siam Center later and bought some tidbits and souvenirs for friends. In fact I didn't buy a lot of stuff. Look at my conquest and my friend's.

Day 5

Last day in Bangkok, had breakfast as usual. Went to the Erawan Shrine again to accompany my friend to pray. Both of us return to the hotel and we hit the gym.

We checked out of the hotel at 1140H and proceed to Bangkok Airport. We had lunch at the airport in a place called Silom Village. The service was pretty slow and to add to that, the Tom Yam Kung we had, the prawns were fresh. It was pretty expensive lunch too. It's not worth it.

Reached Singapore 1750H. A short trip but ended pretty fast. Had to work tomorrow and better make myself prepare for that.