Boy A - The Movie

A young boy named Eric, was despised by his fellow school mates. Was always alone and called spastic. He then met another boy named Phillip. They became good friends.

Basically, it's a fictional story about Jack (Andrew Garfield), a young man who has spent most of his life in institutions paying for a terrible crime he committed as a minor. Jack is Eric's new name as he was given a chance to return back into a society he never knew at the age of 24. He was given a new job and an opportunity to live his life again, proper. Only his case worker, Terry (Peter Mullan), knows his true identity.

They both have to hide the truth from everyone as society could never accept Jack back into the society because of the terrible crime he had committed when he was a minor.

When Jack was living his new life, he met Chris, his new friend at work. Together, they help saved a small girl who met with a car accident. This gave Jack a real boost to his confidence and that the old Eric is dead. He also met Michelle at work and it was his first time falling in love and being loved back. But it is tough to hide the truth even from his true love. It was a real dilemma.

When the truth was leaked out. He was shunned by his girlfriend, his good friend, his employer. No matter how good he is when he was living his life as Jack, no one could forgive or even willing to give him a second chance.

Alot of talking, in heavy british accent. I gotta listen to it carefully, otherwise, I'll miss lotsa humour. Lotsa vulgarities & few sexual scenes.

An interesting topic to touch on. Andrew Garfield did great justice in his potrayal of Jack. Overall, I kinda like it. Hate the ending though, made me teary.

On the Verge of Giving Up

wow.. this is a super tiring week for me. I got to juggle my full time job and help out parents with their festive cookies/cakes business.

After work, I gotta:
1. Plan how to bring orders to office on a daily basis, which I can carry alone, yet at the same time meet customer's request. And at a low cost.
2. Plan deliveries.
3. Pack orders into bags.
4. Ensure $ collected tally with orders delivered.

Morning:
1. Wake up 4.15am for breakfast. Feed my rabbits. Get ready to go work.
2. Leave home at 6.30am to office by cab, to avoid 35% surcharge and ERP. I can save up to $10 per trip. Carry at least 4 super big bags of cookies/cakes to office.
3. Reach office 6.50am. Send emails to customers to confirm place & time of collection.
4. Thereafter, clear work to meet month end deadline, make deliveries, liaise with customers on last minute changes, etc.

Sounds ok hor for a day. But continuous for a week, I really buay tahan. On top of that, I am fasting. Then ah.. things dont happen by fixed timing de. Customers collect at different timing. Suddenly phone ring or sms or emails from customers, kena arrow by boss, kena MP letter, iCare cases, nasty/difficult employers all at the same time within this same week. Never so heng before. At times, I really felt so so shag.. cannot take it liao.

With the stupid ruling that cabs can only stop at taxi stands, made me carry more than 12kg of cakes from SIA taxi stand to office. I almost wanna cry.. arms aching and sore till now. Kena rain some more today.

Tomorrow gotta go back office. Bring some orders to office (cos Monday orders too much for me to carry alone at one go). Clear some work then rush home to make deliveries at 12pm & 2pm. Wash rabbits cage and bring them for grooming at 5pm. Maybe a few more deliveries at night. Sunday, deliveries again. But I gotta make some time to go Geylang. Must go at least once.. feel the mood and eat the goodies.. haha..

I dunno if I make sense. Ahh dont care liao la. I very sleepy and been having headache every night cos not enough sleep.

When I better, I write the review on the movie Boy A which I've recently watched.

Ah cannot already.. I go zzz... Byeeeee

Pierced My Ear

okok.. call me lao lian.. whatever la.. I contemplated for a very long time before deciding to pierce my ear again.

I did my 2nd and 3rd when I was damn bored. This 4th one, not really bored. Just to overcome my fear and Just Do It.

Show you.


I did it last friday before watching Mirrors. Cant wait for 2 weeks later. I wanna change from stud to ring.

Anyway, that's the final one I gonna do. Too much.. not nice too.

MIRRORS - The Movie

This a remake from the Korean movie - Into The Mirror (2003).

The Korean movie shows grisly murder in a local department store. The cop was suspended (cant recall why). He shot at the baddy aiming for his forehead. But there was no wound on the criminal's forehead. Why? Cos the cop was aiming based on what he saw in the mirror. Abit of CSI - investigating the crime scene. Pictures of the dead in the real world and what we see in the mirror are not the same. The Korean version gave us room to think (up to our own imagination) on how the other world inside the mirror works. Kind of intriguing.



The hollywood remake - Mirrors. Not much room for imagination. Killings are super duper gruesome. Too much gore. The show concentrates on demon and souls captured in the mirror. Their story differs abit as they based it on myths and legends of "little anna". If you are interested, check out this link http://www.mirrorsmyth.com/.

Overall - I prefer the Korean version. I love to think, to imagine. Intriguing stuffs. But the hollywood version, left me jumping in my seat several times. Great surprises if you wanna scare yourself.

SONY PSP

YO YO YO!!! As promised, here is my other birthday gift. Just got it this afternoon.

SONY Slim & Lite PSP Rose Pink Blume Series





Thank you FWL colleagues, Linda, Zaini, Shidah, Hua Hua, Jennifer, KK, Gab, Kirk, Bing Yu, Emily, Alan, Liyan, June, Ting, May May, Ed, Regina, Shumin, Serene, Johan.

I havent try it yet. Still charging. Will test out tomorrow morning... cant wait. (",)

Piece Meal Post

Guess what!! I watched Mamma Mia for the 2nd time.. yes 2nd time on Monday, 15 Sept.

Maybe guys wont like it as much. I simply love it. Each time I watched it, it never failed to make me feel so light-hearted, happy and oh gosh.. dont know how to describe it.. i simply go la la la la.

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I watched Korean drama on SCV just now... Golden Bride I think the title is. This scene, the guy telling her viet wife: "I think you feel inferior cos you dont have a handphone like everyone does. Now, I bought you the best handphone. So stop feeling inferior. Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. Only fools will compare himself with others. You alone give off light. So, regain your confidence."

I think the handphone thingy is abit lame. Guess he is trying to start the conversation going. But the part about "You alone give off light" makes me go aaawwwwww.

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I've booked my trip to go in Oct 08. Not going KL already. Bringing my parents to somewhere real cold or cool to nua for 3 nights. Kinda ex$ cos this time round we staying at the highest peak.

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Fasting month, I got lotsa cravings going on. Feel like a preggy mama. Auntie Anne's pretzels done. Now Seoul Garden. Guess it's been a super long time since we had chalet and BBQ food. Gonna go pig out at Seoul Garden this Saturday for dinner. Hey watch out for whose coming.

Next up, Zingdo Korean Restaurant @Jurong East Entertainment Centre.


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Alot of people are asking me who the guy I expressed my feelings to. Hey people. I wanna protect him and his identity. So, you can still try to ask me. Practise your patience. But, I regret to inform you that... I'll stick to my decision to keep his iden confi. LOL

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WOW.. I really have lotsa bits and pieces of thoughts today in my mind. That's why today's post is called "Piece Meal Post".

P.S. - Hey Faizal, stop feeling guilty la... I didnt catch the flu.. YET.. just having a heavy head these few days. Maybe the germs mutated to something else.

Gabby: I makan le at 7.07... Almond Dark Chocs and BitterSweet Almond Chocs. Not bad. Yummy... slurp...

Purpose of Existence

(content are based on my personal opinions only)

Talked to a friend about this topic. Suddenly feel like penning down some thoughts.

In life, there is no absolute right or wrong. No two person will totally think alike in all areas. It all depends on the type of life you have gone through and the people who has made an impact to your life.

But I believe each one of us are put here in this earth for a purpose. Be it big or small, we all have a purpose. Some people chose to live their life thinking real deep about the purpose of their existence. Some simply brushed it off and go through the motion. Some are too preoccupied with work, love, material obsession, that this topic don't even come into mind.

I just turned 33. I know alot of people avoid me cos they think I am kinda bored and serious. I used to be very sporting, happy and cheerful. I joined all sorts of clubs, activities, etc. I have photos to proof that k.

I went through 2 tough periods in my life. 7 years ago when I just started my part-time degree, dad suddenly had to go through a heart bypass. From then on, both my parents stopped working. At that point of time, I thought in my life, I could depend on my dad and my future hubby to care for me. Least did I expect that I had to take over the rein from my dad to support the family and my part-time degree fees at the same time. It was real tough then that many times at night, I have to hide under my blanket and cry. No one knows about it till I blog it now.

2nd tough period was when my ex of 9 years had a change of heart. I wouldnt say much about this. I took 3 years to finally decided to take the step to let go and move on in life. Thereafter, I took 1.5 years to find my real self back. Though I became stronger, I lost myself in there, my smile, laughter, innocence, including my purpose in life.

I only have very few close friends. With them busy with their own lifes and all, I have alot of time on hand. When you have alot of time on hand, you tend to dwell on stuffs more than others. Without an answer, you get more frustrated.

I dont know my new purpose in life as yet. But, I dont wanna waste time on it. So I spend quality time with parents. Care for my pets. Do the stuffs I like. Read manga, yeah at my age.. go travelling, etc. Maybe by exposing myself to other country and cultures, I may be able to find my new purpose in life.

I am sad that people dont wanna be with me cos I am bored and serious and not fun to be with. But I didnt ask for it. I may not be as courageous and strong to take things well. When you try to move on but people avoid you, I get more disappointed in life and people. So, I am moving on with my life even if it means alone.

P.S. - I am going for my 2nd retreat to KL in Oct. Wanna go on makan spree.

My Birthday 14 Sept 2008

Thank you friends, for remembering and sms-ing birthday wishes and messages to me. Though it is just another day for me, every little messages brought a smile to my face and lighten up my heart.

I practically slept the whole day. It started to rain when I woke up. That's the view from my room. It matches my feel. Just nice. I love the smell of rain. soothing and calm.


My birthday cake from The Royals. Sis & her BF fought in the rain to get the cake back for me. Thanks dear. Yeah.. that's my age. Could you tell? :P

Birthday song and cake cutting time. That's my dad there.


A gift from my cluster. Beautiful aint it. Really love it. Thank you my lovely ladies. Really paiseh you gals have to spend $. But I really do love it. bling bling.

My section also gave me ang bao for my birthday. I requested $ so I can get a PSP. Will post my new PSP once I got it. Look out for it.

Heath – Well-Being

Your Body is a Wonderland
(Taken from September 2008 issue of CLEO)

Forget body language – decode your weird bodily noises instead and find out what your body is trying to tell you.

You hear: A burp
Eating too quickly or under stress leads to burps as your body isn’t ready for proper digestion to take place. It’s also a sign you’ve swallowed too much air.
Silence it: Take your time eating and avoid fizzy drinks.

You hear: A yawn
You’re either too tired, bored or not breathing deeply enough. Yawning is your body’s way of taking in more oxygen so your mind stays alert.
Avoid it: If you can’t take a nap, have a glass of cold water or do some breathing exercises.

You hear: A click
Creaking or cracking noises are usually due to the movement of gases and fluids around the joints.
Fix it: Eat your fish. Fish oil supplements can also help repair painful or injured joints.

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Eat-smart, Stay-slim Strategies
(Taken from September 2008 issue of Women’s Weekly)

Never Skip a Meal
Ignoring breakfast isn’t going to save big calories. Instead, you’ll become so hungry, you’ll likely chow down whatever you can get your hands on at the next meal. Physically, your blood sugar plummets, making you feel famished; emotionally, you may feel you need to consume more. NUH dietitian So Hwee Mei says, “Breakfast reduces the tendency to snack before lunch (which at times contributes to more calories than a proper breakfast) and prevents overeating.” When you deprive yourself of food, your body thinks there isn’t a source of nourishment available. Your metabolism slows down, and it’ll be harder to lose weight. Hwee Mei adds, “It is always better to eat regular meals and have a balanced, low-calorie diet, coupled with regular physical activity, to achieve sustainable weight loss.”

Keep Your Hands Busy
If you tend to be an emotional eater – turning to food when you’re bored, upset or angry – turn to activities that could divert attention away from foods, suggest Hwee Mei. “Do something that requires the use of both hands at the same time, such as knitting, sports or gardening. They divert attention – and your hands – away from potential high-fat snacks.

Avoid Harmful Combos
Skip those munchies made with white flour and sugar, like white bread, cookies and pretzels, says integrative medicine guru Dr Andrew Weil. They signal the body to produce more insulin and set the stage for turning calories to fat. Hwee Mei recommends healthier options such as plain nuts, low-fat yoghurt, soy bean jelly (less sugar) or barley.

Sneak a Snack
When you snack, is also important in weight loss. Says You On A Diet: The Owner’s Manual For Waist Management co-author Dr Michael Roizin, “Ten minutes before each meal, eat some healthy fat (around 70 calories or fewer): A handful of nuts, a few slices of avocado or a spoonful of peanut butter, for example, it helps activate ghrelin, a hormone that lets you know you’re full.

Beauty Peek – Opposites Attract

(Taken from September 2008 issue of CLEO)

Play up one feature
Unless you look like a supermodel, it’s best to intensify just the eyes or lips. If you decide to go heavy or bold on one, keep the other barely-there with very minimal makeup.

It’s all fair game
A clear and even-tone complexion is a great canvas for any look. Colours go on better and appear more outstanding when your skin is fair and bright, so follow a proper skincare routine that’ll improve the luminosity of your skin. When it comes to your mane, colours like blue-black or cherry red contrast brilliantly against a creamy complexion.

The long and short of it
If you’re on the petite side, avoid wearing anything too long as it will dwarf you further – even when it comes to your hair! Keep it short for a chic, sassy and fuss-free look.

Narrow it down
If you have a round face, bring out your cheekbones by adding blusher only to the apples of your cheek. Play up your facial contours even more by shading the hollows of your cheek with a darker shade of brick. Body-wise, instead of trying to hide your “flaws”, draw attention to your assets. You’ll feel more confident about your body too!

P.S. – Want younger-looking skin? Eat sweet potato – low-GI food is one of the best sources of vitamin A, a known free-radical scavenger and effective skin smoother. (taken from September 2008 issue of Women’s Weekly)

Mamma Mia! The Movie

I watched Mamma Mia after work today.

Inspired by the storytelling magic of ABBAs songs from Dancing Queen and S.O.S. to Money, Money, Money and Take a Chance on Me, Mamma Mia! is a celebration of mothers and daughters, old friends and new family found.

Meryl Streep was great in this show. She simply makes you wanna move with her songs and dance. She can be so child-like in one scene and mature in another. Great actress. This is the first time I see Pierce Brosnan singing. Though abit 'woody' when he sings, he still looks so CHARMING despite his age and grey hair.

The show is damn hilarious. Go watch it. I am gonna watch it for the 2ND TIME. Keep a relax mind while watching the show. Leave all your problems, expectations aside. Simply enjoy the show. You'll love it.

P.S. - I'm gonna get the OST.

Birthday Dinner

Hi hi... I am very happy to receive this advance birthday award on 10 September @PS Swensons.

I would like to extend my greatest thanks to BiBi Linda, A-Lan, Flower Girl Ah Hua, Jennifer Ah Ma, Dinda Shidah, Gangsta Kirk, Peng You Bing Yu, Singing Sensation Regina, Hyper May May, Dressy Gabby, Can-Eat-Alot Faizal and small time actor KK who really got heart to show up even for a short while.

I am very touched by all that you have done. Owe you all a kiss. Want the real one, can claim it anytime. *muack* *muack*


Flower girl sick still come for dinner. Look at her pale face. I hope you feel much much better now.

May May was super super hyper that day. Made me laughed a whole week's of laughter.

Gabby with his story telling. Making everyone goes into stitches. I sat too far, didnt hear what story he shared. Look at him.. so happy. Gabby share leh.. what story did you tell them.










Since it's my birthday soon. Share some old photos of me with ya. Dont laugh k.

Photo of me & sis in I think 1995, which is 13 years ago. The other photo, that was my skinniest, in 1994 or 1995, after ITE and before poly.


Photo of me when I was in my first few years in CPF, roughly in 2000 bah. The other photo taken in 2005.. fat rite. Ya ya I know, now I still fat. But I got curves okay.. haha.. wanna vomit rite.


I think I changed alot all these years. Guess I'll keep changing cos I like changes. Brings new feel and experience. Character and outlook on life changes too. Even my taste in men changes. Only one thing doesnt change. I still feel and am myself most in my Jeans, Ts & Sneakers.

Make It Happen

The movie is just so-so, dont expect too much from it. It makes me realised if I love to dance, be it just an interest, I should make it happen.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead, the lead actress, looks damn sexy in this movie. Especially in her street style dance routine get-up. Her height, long legs, flat abs (no muscle) and the way she move. That's the kind of body I would love to have. I find her so familiar.. she's actually the lead in Final Destination 3.

Oh oh... her brother in the movie, John Reardon, OMG.. deliciously looking in this show. haha... yeah yeah.. he looks so kissable.

That's what I did after break fast yesterday. Went out for a movie. And guess what. I bought ear studs again. 6 of them, all from HELEN. I should learn to curb my weakness for them.

Fxxxing Bored

wah piang.. i practically going crazy liao. Bored to tears that I let out a scream.

Monday to Friday, work and home. Wanna go out but going out alone is such a bloody drag. The thought of sitting at cafe alone, having dinner alone, really ...... sigh.

But today, I couldnt take it no more. I mean I dont blame my friends for not being able to meet me. I know they have their own lifes, hubby, bf/gf, and other stuffs that they are committed to. It's not easy to find new friends, true friends I mean, to be there for you when you really need them. Friends whom you can just continue the last conversation even after several months of no meet-ups or calls.

Now waiting for break fast. I dont know where I'll go. Maybe sit at YaKun, if I can find an empty seat. Just sit, drink and watch the world pass by. Or maybe, just watch any movie that is available. Or worst still, just sit down somewhere outside.

Couldnt Sleep

Went on leave on Monday to rest at home. Totally think of nothing at all. Just me, my room, my tv & spend time with my 2 lovely rabbits.

I love animals. Why? Cos, they give you unconditional love. You give them X amount of time & love, they give the same back to you. When you come near, they stand up and look at you. When you sayang them, they just lie on my thigh and let you cuddle. But do note that rabbits dont like to be restrained in a position for too long, they prefer to hop around. So beware of their bites.. haha.. Oh another point, they listen to you when you talk to them, and help me forget all my stress & worries.

Rabbit Gemuk - Fatty in malay. He is more tame, maybe cos of his size.. LOL.


Rabbit Kechil - Small in malay. He is more active, the best poses I could get.


Dont ask me why the names. Ask my parents lah. Juz cos one is fat & one is small, they juz call them by that everyday and now they are used to it. Handsome rite.

Dunno why I was so tired after work yesterday. Maybe cos I worked through whole hour of lunch. Plus the stupid feeder, took almost 45min to reach home, instead of the usual 20-30min. After dinner, I slept all the way till 11+pm. Now, I couldnt get back to sleep. Gotta wake up at 4+am later to take breakfast. SHIT! How am I gonna survive the whole day at work. And without coffee some more.

P.S. - Citigems sent me a 50% voucher for my birthday. So, if anyone of you want to get anything from Citigems, let me know. 50% leh !!! Only valid in the month of September 2008. Hurry.

31 August 2008

What's so special about 31 August 2008? For one, it's Malaysia national day.


How do I know you asked. No, I'm not a malaysian. Cos this same day is my bro's birthday. Hey bro.. HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!! Yeah, if the wishes comes from her you be happier rite. So, I post your darling Siti picture here.


Here are the pictures taken from your mini birthday party last nite.


Stay cool, happy and more mature pls!! hahaha... and stop irritating me when watching dvds together. I'm not the scriptwriter nor director. How would I know why they do what they did. But without your numerous questions, I guess life would be kinda bored. arrrggghhh... dunno what I want. Just keep it minimal k. LOL

P.S. -
(1) To all my muslim friends. Selamat berpuasa. Wishing you & family a Ramadhan full of Blessing.
(2) To all 1 September babies: XiaoJun, HanChiu & Bingyu - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Have a great & wonderful day! *muack muack*