a anna a

burden down

2012-03-05T13:48:00.001+08:00

first thing first on a Monday morning.. 9am, practical exam.. health assessment. The scenario given to me was tricky but i was able to note out what system to assess..

I don't want to care how much I'll score, a pass is enough to make me jump around like a crazy girl.. ( I literally did that when I'm out of the exam hall). Thanks to my dearest partner, suzana, for sacrificing her chest for me to do drawings and all. Thanks to my beloved sister and boy for being my dummy. Those practices are worthwhile. thanks for all the bodies.. :)

So far the benefits of changing my name is that, I'll be the first for my exam. Cause my name now starts with 'A' and not 'H' anymore!!! And I can finally get this exam done over with and live with burden free while others are still struggling.. *wicked laughter*

I can finally focus on the written exams and my last few presentations. I can sense that I'm coming nearer and nearer to the end of the course. Somehow I wish time can simply stop now. Don't wanna be back to a nurses status so fast. As much as I whine how much I was bullied as a student nurse, the status still feels secure and protected, rather than being a certified nurse, bare and naked.. ( please don't think otherwise...)

nvm, face it, anna! Face it!!!
Jiayou....

beijing 101

2012-03-03T15:38:00.001+08:00

It's been my 4th week with them in treating the hair problems that I've been facing. Hair fall, itchy scalp, and oil clotting my hair pores.

I've learnt a lot of hair care infos from them in achieving a healthier hair. Gonna say goodbye to all these problems soon. I'm glad to see so much of improvements to my hair. My hair no longer stops at the stagnant length anymore. But hair fall is the harder thing to treat now due to the amount of stress I am having from school.

I believe things will be better in months to come..

counting down to...

2012-02-29T19:48:00.001+08:00

last day of exam was announced to be 9/4/12. what a good date to note in my organizer... I'm gonna fill up my days from 9/4/12 to 15/9/12 with meet ups, outings, photography trips, and lots of fun... I can't wait. it's gonna be a motivating thing to do...

have events all laid out every single day after exam to motivate me further during the struggling of studies and muggings for examsssss..

jiayous..!!

Monday

2012-02-27T08:19:00.001+08:00

Well, it's yet another monday. It's week 20 of my advance diploma curriculum. Hoping for the next 4 weeks to be smooth and steady. Hoping the stress level will not crash me down into tears. Hoping I'll do just fine.

I've chose to play hard at the beginning to motivate myself further to working hard for the next 4 weeks. Anna, jiayou! Let's do it..

告诉你，不能怕!!!!!!

tied up

2012-02-23T12:02:00.001+08:00

I've been counting down to many things this month. Some of it I'm so looking forward to, some I really wish it will not come...

Tomorrow will be my last day of my 3 weeks attachment.
Tomorrow night will be pay day (I'm so super broke..)
Saturday will be going to dolphin lagoon with boy, and then Mayday concert at night!!!!

Now comes to things I really hope it will not come..

Tuesday to hand up my attachment assignment. (seriously rushing it..)
On Friday when school reopens, SAQ exam waiting for me.
And directly following that Monday, health assessment for me.
And I have my research proposal presentation due that week and followed by the assignment.

A total of 6 exams coming up my way this march. And this is definitely the peak of my course. I'm hoping for a smooth journey next month. The most stressful journey I'm gonna go through. After which, I'm planning for a getaway in April during study week, because by then, all my exams will have already been completed, waiting for more attachments to come..

All the best to myself, it's time to start working harder each day.. (Jiayou Anna)!!

Betty collection

2012-02-15T22:36:00.001+08:00

Thanks to sis, though the pressie comes 2 months late, it's still very appreciated...

Now I can sleep with my sexy icon.. totally dreaming abt her.. hahaha..

PS: currently totally crazily in love with her.. ( my sexy icon)

4-teen feb

2012-02-14T08:58:00.001+08:00

Happy Valentine's to all my friends, my princesses and my family... Enjoy today with your love ones. And especially to many, who's birthday falls today as well..

I wanna thank my valentine, who have been occupying me for the last 3 years and this year being the 4th year. My valentine has been playing hard, enjoying much, and working hard with me this 4 years. He has been an understanding and compromising guy who have received a lot of my nonsense, and still giving me his faithful love. And we both, have never thought that we will be able to come this far, slowly achieving the common goal in our life. Managing a relationship is never easy. Because it requires a lot of time and space for communication.

Thank you, my lovely hubby, for giving me all that I wanted.. I'll never find someone like you.. Do continue to work together and fulfill all our dreams together..

I love you, boy.

:)

2012-02-12T12:13:00.001+08:00

I'm the happiest girl on earth this weekend..

happy~~ sha la la la~!

:D

Our first baby.. (our V.day gift)

2012-02-11T13:44:00.001+08:00

Boy picked him up today and we are on our way to service our baby.. And boy gimme to in charge of designing the interior. Time for shopping for our car.. :)

glad with it

2012-02-10T22:52:00.001+08:00

For the past one week of attachment, though we student were being kind of ill treated in some ways, it gives me a satisfaction in choosing gerontology as my specialist.

It's a very discriminating action if you actually made an advance diploma student do your junior work. When I say do, I meant not helping, but ordering. This was how we were being treated over the past few days. Staff in the hospital treated us like an extra hands to them, doing all the junior work so that they can laze around. Well, total disappointment. After explaining our objectives for our three weeks of posting, and messages were passed on to the managers in the ward, we received eyes and bad mouthing from some of the staff.

Well, i would love to help the staff in their junior work if I do not have a presentation at the end of the 3 weeks and a report of 2000 words to write. I don't mind helping if you asked me for, but never order us to do this and that when it's not our task. We were told to be firm and not allowing staff to bully us. I hope the first week made many realized Advance Dip students are different in job scope as compared to a diploma student.

Anyway talking about fulfillment, one thing I enjoyed during the first week was the exposure. KTPH has a geriatric ward where all the elderly above 73 years old will be admitted to. I am surprised by the amount of old-old patient, with the age above 85. Some were frail, and some were still as energetic. Talking with these elderlies can be so enjoyable, because they will start telling you stories about their past and the ups and downs they face daily in their life. Talking to them simply made me a happier person, reflecting on life while hearing their stories.

When we were taught about health assessment in school, I practice it on my elderly patient, I'll explained to then what I'm checking on them and at the same time educating them what is better to be done to improve their lifestyle. Everyone is an individual, who come in with different problems and have different daily habits of living. It's interesting to observe them one by one. And frankly speaking, I'm starting to love being a geriatric-trained nurse. It makes life for the elderly a happier moment. Because coming to hospital makes the elderly frown, but when nurses talks to patient and enlighten them, the smile on their faces are power of motivation. Eventually I felt happier seeing the smile on their faces. The priceless smile. That's my main objectives everyday for this 3 weeks...

:)

Day 1

2012-02-06T07:10:00.001+08:00

On my way to KTPH for my 3 weeks attachment now. Hmm.. Feels like back in diploma days. But definitely objectives is gonna be so much different. In view of the 2000 words assignment for this attachment makes me feels so dread. Seriously.. Case study with assignment. Best lah..

Nevermind, things will be good and smooth. Jiayou..

Sagittarius

2012-02-04T01:43:00.001+08:00

Being a 24 years old sagittarius, I'm sometime proud to say that my life was brought up to be independent. My mum used to taught me to go to the nearby mama-shop to buy her stuffs when I'm at the age of 4. When I'm primary one, I head to school and end school on my own. Distance from home to school was about 4 HDB blocks away, and a street to cross. I was brought up this way. I was taught to learn to be independent.
When I was older, still naive and tender (age of 12-13), I had a chance to work in my uncle provision shop and started handling cash and customers, with an uncle who trusted me and that was another step in being independent.
Till when I reached the age of 17, I started looking for my own part time job, as I wanted to earn for my own living, I reduce the times I reached out to my mum for money. And because I wanted and believe I should be independent to do it.

I started feeling the need to be financial independent when I entered polylife. That was then I totally stopped getting money from my parents. And even made my way to earn the school fees to complete my course.

however, a sagittarius will not be an independent animal when it comes to love. Imagine a horse who finally has its owner. The reliance and the thought of being independent will be diverted.

All and all, many changes have been made and overcome during and throughout this courtship. And I believe the Sagittarius is asked face independence in her life again. But this time round, her two-sided fish bf is gonna face it with her. This will be another big changes to my life that needed a lot of my compromise.

Hope things in career with be smoother for him to overcome the stress he's gonna face. For us, for our better life...

His success

2012-01-28T15:49:00.001+08:00

Boy's hard work was truly paid off. After so many years of looking for a decent job, he found himself a career that he wholeheartedly enjoy doing. Glad that within months, he was able to achieve his dreams. Every guy would love to achieve their own car. Which guy doesn't wish to own at least one car in their life?

Though I wanted a hunchback car so badly, and initially our thought was a Honda Fit/ Jazz, he picked this in the end. Payment made. And we are waiting for the arrival of his car.

Well, car is a necessity for both of us. Struggling so many years with public transport was a sore. We are sick of waiting for a public bus for 25mins and that 25mins can allow more things to be done. We were sick of standing in the bus or train, squeezing and to prevent tt from happening, we wasted our time waiting for the next available bus. Now this vehicle will definitely give both of us more personal spaces (especially when both of us are living 42km apart). I believe a cheap car to start up with will be good. We will both aim to work harder to achieve our dream car together.

Say hello to Toyota Altis in 2 more weeks or so.. :)

PS: this will be the exact car we will be seeing...

Aussie

2012-01-27T08:36:00.001+08:00

Someone is making me so excited talking about marriage plan...

It's the common topic for both of us. And I'm really excited. Though the proposal is not done at all, but we both know that, 'Yes, he/she is the one.' We did our first step by applying our 4-room apartment. In the mean time while waiting for the apartment to be done, the planning should all be nicely planned out. Wedding should be held next year.

I'm planning for an Aussie trip on our 5th Anniversary. (I need an early planning.) And give a ride on the hot air balloon. Need to recce for all the itinerary and all. I'm even more excited for that. Well, both of us have not sat on the plane going for long trips before and this shall be our first one.

Like what I used to dream when I was 17: Before I'm 25, I should go for a hot air balloon ride, celebrating the miles of going through 1/3 of my life, and it's a reward to myself. Therefore nothing stops me from gg Aussie this November. :)

The other dream was to be in a steady relationship with my partner for 5 years before its the right time to walk down the aisle.

These were dreams of me when I was still naive. But I have never thought that it will not succeed. I'm gonna do it this year..!!

back again

2012-01-25T11:40:00.001+08:00

Well, after 6 days of enjoyment, its time to switch back to study mood again. Knowing that exam is just next Friday, i really need to start studying already. No time to play anymore.

Today is the day back to school, due to no class, my hols is extended. Gonna be a good girl to stay home and study. No time to waste...

Dragon

2012-01-23T01:25:00.001+08:00

Happy Chinese New Year..!!!!

Happy dragon year...!!!

Wishing prosperity, endless happiness to my family and boy's family.

Wishing myself 学业进步,一帆风顺.

Wishing my boy 事业突飞猛进,发大财.

Hoping for a smooth, wealthy and lucky dragon year to both boy and I, the dragon adults.

发啊~!
发呀~!
:D

Bidding goodbye

2012-01-19T23:24:00.001+08:00

To the year of rabbit and welcoming my zodiac year: DRAGON.

well, it simply means its been 2 cycle of the zodiac and my age is simply revealed. ok, whatever...!!

School, for the first time, is so generous to give Geron 1 week break. coooolest shit.. I always wanted more time in a day, so that I can complete my revisions and editing of those PowerPoint slides. Somehow the work just keep coming one after another and it just feels endless. Well, I shall stop complaining. Will utilize this 7 days off to finish up all the unwanted-annoying school work.

Anyway it's our 50th month today. A tough month had past, hoping for a better month ahead. My boy gotten his first award for 'Top 10 Best Sales' in his new career in less than 3 months, which I'm seriously saluting to. I see the hardship that he is going through, and it's not easy earning big cash either. Though there's lots of stress he is facing, at least the result were paid off. I believe our common goals in life, will motivates him to work harder. Those words of thoughts were in the card.. Boy, I hope you will remember it.

Afterall 'No health, no wealth...'

busy bumble bee

2012-01-12T08:37:00.001+08:00

Gonna be busy and leave no time to update this space.

Staying back everyday in school to rush up all the unfinished.
Preparation for the complex examination.
Have to type thousands and thousands of words for assignment.
Will be talking and talking, discussing for project and presentations.

Its about studying hard and nothing else. I'll pull through this moment of stress. I'll do it. I can make it...

Fightinnnng~~!

working harder

2012-01-08T00:39:00.001+08:00

I want fighting with time no more. I want rushing no more. I want grade As and Bs. I am putting extra effort all I can.

Weekdays are meant to be for studies. When I say studies, it's gonna be whole day. For the whole of this week, I have awesome classmates who are willing to go fighting with me. We went fighting until school library closed every single day. We will stay back to do our work, research, tutorial, revision. Anything pertaining to what we are studying.

After a week of hard work, I realize my burden were lessen, and I felt happier seeing results. I am happier enjoying student life. I wanna continue to work hard for the rest of the coming weeks. Staying in school everyday gives me no excuse to sneak out after school for leisure. I can use the whole day for studying, and so far things are moving.

As for weekends, I'll keep all meet ups till then. If I'm free, well, I'll go back to studies again. I think this is the amt of hard work needed for the specialty. It's not easy, this course is real tough shit, but I'm not giving up...

Fightiiiiing~~!!

comparison

2012-01-05T18:28:00.001+08:00

sometimes I hope the people around should just stop comparing. The skill of comparing is to help a person improves, but not making the other party small like an ant. Maybe this is the wicked reality in society. I have yet to understand why people compare how much money you can earn a month, a year. How many branded can you achieve or not have? And worst of all, wrecked the good relationship within beings...

I have realized that it is hard on many people to have a neutral feelings on one another, in this age of life. Everyone compares, everyone judge on others every single day. They don't compare to improves themselves, but compare to see if they are more capable, and when they are not, they felt jealous and good term relationship spoils.

What's all about these judging and comparing. The wicked beings, the evil side of beings that is hidden under everyone. In you, in me, in us.

first day back to school

2012-01-03T22:16:00.001+08:00

I was disappointed. All I heard was bad news after one another. Keeping my cool, I made my brain works a lil harder for solutions. Making sure the rest of the members were calm and fine. Solutions were sought and there comes migraine.

We were given solutions and that delay the stress we are facing. But the delaying was not good at all. Like most of the time, people prefer to get things done over with. Well, I need to face it. Like what I told my members to. I know very well that after the one week break, stress level will be higher. And I guess I was somehow at my extremes today.

I wish I can have someone to hear me. I wish I can have someone who understands me. I wish that my love ones will be able to support me, like how I did when he was in my shoes. I hate stories. I hate all those. I hate pin pointing fingers back at me.
because all I need was as simple as a listening ear...

I was disappointed. I wish I could start my year with a happier one. I wish that good news could come soon. I don't think I'm demanding...

I need the strength to carry on. I need the strength.. I need the strength...!!!!

totally zonked. totally worthy

2012-01-02T17:06:00.001+08:00

First of all, I'm feeling happy for the couple, sharon and eugene. May both of you have a smooth and blissful family ahead.. And I can't wait to hear more good news about the creation of ong-lai-tat ( baby ong). You guys work hard and 招生贵子 oh..!!

( This post will be image-less and video-less, awaiting for the videographer and photographer to give sharon the photos.)

Anyway, I've burnt my counting down to the arrival of this new year. I was not counting down with the world. I was not with my family. I was not with my Ray. I was with sharon, the bride. All I have seen was fireworks from khatib that I was able to watch a small part of it from Sharon's house.

I was awake on 31/12/2011 at 11am. Went to Sharon's place at 6pm, preparing the gate crash stuff and then waiting for other bridesmaid to reach. We started our showering and make up at 2.30am, while the bride was 3.30am. And the groom and gang came at 5.10am. And the long awaited gate crash begins...!!!

We girls are targeting on every angpows we see on the guy's pocket.. Snatch! Snatch! Snatch!!!!
We went all in. The guys were threatened and using 'rugby push' to go against us. It was super hilarious to see the guys dance and did stupid things in front of us. They have no choice. They just have to do it. ( hahahahahahahahahhahaha..)

After gate crashing, we followed the bride and groom all over s'pore. From yishun to tampines, to yishun then to yew tee and finally by 2pm, we were at Queen's hotel.. Shiyun was nice to help my sisters do a makeup before the preparation of the wedding dinner starts. All thanks to her.. because our morning makeup we did for ourselves with the sleepy mood was creepy disgusting.. Like zombie.. Gosh..

The whole event ended at 11pm while we slept in the hotel rooms. Everyone kO-ed by 1am. Dead. Like real DEAD sleeping...!!! I was super glad we brothers and sisters were very helpful. There were many last minute issues that comes in between. We all worked as a team to help solve the issues together. Helping each other to find solutions. Calming the bride and groom so that they are able to present themselves at the very best...

All the sacrifices made, was really worthwhile. For once being a bridesmaid, I felt honored, and we went all the way to help the couples. I guess everyone wants their wedding to go smooth and let it be a memorable one. I'm glad and I felt appreciated as well..

A final congrats to the new husband and wife, Eugene Ong and Sharon Ong... :)

ps: I break my own record of staying awake for 38hrs, with only power naps in between to stay focus...)

New year, new wish

2011-12-31T00:51:00.001+08:00

* travel to Aussie for hot air balloon ride...
* travel to Taiwan or hongkong
( well, as long as it's travel... I'll love it)

* successfully pass out from Advance diploma and allocate to a decent working area..
* earn up to achieve my macro flashlight, a proper dry box, wide angle lens and powerpro camera bag
* have a smooth dragon year ahead
* to start my intense savings
* to plan for wedding and house deco
* peaceful relationships with friends, family, and partner

Looking back...

2011-12-30T17:42:00.001+08:00

My target start of the year:

~~★ car license~~
~~★ get an apartment in Punggol.~~
★ travel to Taiwan with family.
~~★ continue travelling.~~
~~★ continue my camera collection.~~ (hopefully with wide angle lens and lomo cameras)
★ buck up on camera shooting skills. (hopefully getting into courses)
~~★ continue the dream of being a photographer.~~
~~★ stay away from hospitalisation. (stay healthier than 2010).~~
★ go on hot air balloon in Aussie on 21st Dec 2011.
★ continue upgrading myself
~~★ more TY collection of monkey and penguins.~~
★ lesser quarels with any relationships
~~★ talking terms from both family.~~
★ family peace. work peace. financial peace. friendship peace.

I will be good.

2011-12-28T22:22:00.001+08:00

Reluctant to, yet I need to. Have to struggle through. It's a break, yet I want to play.

I'm trying my best to control the amount of time I play and the amount of time i use to do my homework and revision. My evil side tells me 'you just have a week of break before those stress comes in again.. why study? You should play haaaard..'

Then the angel side of me says 'Well fully utilize this 1 week, finish up all tutorials, assignments, and ppt slides, then you wont feel so stress when school starts...'

I really don't know which one to go for. But right now I'm trying to rush that 1500 word assignments before the motivation cools down...

Anna,
fightinnnnnng~~!!

Move forward?

2011-12-25T23:00:00.001+08:00

Boy's dad drove us to see our future house today. It's been almost 2 months since we went there to see the progression. A lot of changes this time round.. Those big trucks have finished digging those land and flattened them. And today we saw cranes in there. Many of it.

The drilling and filling in those (dunno what) to stabilize the house is in progress. His dad is a master of constructions. I need to learn those terms from him seriously.. Looking at the progress, the stated completion date of June 2016, might forward to 2014.

Which means? It's time to start planning and preparing for wedding soon.. Hmm.. We both have the same 'dream wedding'. Let's plan it that way then.

:)

When I turn 23...

2011-12-22T19:55:00.000+08:00

Celebration with my Princess (15.12.11)

This year I had so much of surprises.

First was my princesses.

At first they told me we are meeting up for x'mas dinner,

and at first I felt something fishy and suspected something,

but the girls were so pro in twisting things around and I thought

'Maybe I really think too much...'

Ended up, they were successful in tricking me.

Gift from My Project Mate( 21.12.11)

Next was my groupmates.

On my birthday, I was so dread going to school.

Because in my whole 23 years in life,

it's the first time on my bday do I have to go to school.

Even back then in Poly,

my birthdate always falls on breakweek..

Anyways, while holding the meeting halfway,

my awesome mates came out with a bouquet of roses and cake IN THE LIBRARY

and started singing 'happy birthday song' to me.

Shock of the sudden...

Anyway, there were really sweet...

The gift from my clique that makes me teared...

(Coz' it's Betty Booooop')

While the clique went for lunch together at koufu,

I was surprised by a hug from the back,

and then all 13 of them started singing 'birthday song' to me with a cake and again,

I did not expect the celebration.

The thing that teared me was when I saw my betty boop earpiece.

(oh.. sexy betty...)

PS: thanks for making me wear the rabbit ear for a whole 2 hr lecture,

that made the lecturer point me to answer questions...

-_-"

Gift from my boy (20.12.11)

and the agnes B from previous post...

Well, his busy schedule made me planned my own birthday,

going to where I wanted to go so badly...

I guess I'm the last person who hasn't went to skypark la...

But like seriously, finally I made my way up there...

57th storey.

and and...

We simply LOVE the breeze...

AWESOME!!!

took these from my iphone, so pixel sucks big time..

Will pay to go up again for a good shoot...

Celebration with my family (21.12.11)

Sis chose Marche at Vivo.

With mum.

And then movie after dinner.

I guess the last time I went Marche was when I'm 14.

wow... it's been almost a decade.

Back then, it was still located at Hereen...

Anyway, the food choices and quality is getting better.

NICE.

Thanks to all the wishes in FB, whatsapp, SMS.

Greatly appreciated all the effort put in...

L-O-V-E

2011-12-20T22:40:00.002+08:00

I have no idea why the loves for Agnès B...
Maybe it's from Paris..
Maybe their designs are always simple..
Or maybe the brand starts with the letter similar to my name..
:)

This is my best birthday gift this year...

Last week

2011-12-18T12:36:00.001+08:00

Up coming week will be a happening one. Besides booking all the free time in school for project work, I'm also counting down.

Counting down to enter a new year on my 23rd birthday... Counting down to end of next week, which comes a break week for me( away from studies... like finally...). And then comes Christmas, and then the arrival of 2012, where i'm first time being a bridesmaid.

Talking about break week, I'm not planning for any travel this time round, unlike most of my classmates. I am seriously in need of this break week to catch up those unfinished stuff that has kinda accumulated every since school start. This break week comes in just right... Will fully make use of my break do at least go for my macro shooting... I'm missing taking photographs and I really can't wait to go adventure once again...

My dear sharon is holding her wedding with lau ong on 1/1/2012. what an auspicious date. I can't wait for the gate crashing. I can imagine how the guys gonna suffer... All plannings have been listed out. Props needed. Yet to shop for them still. And fortunately, boy is one of the brother and I'm so gonna 'torture' him... I can't wait for her big day. Super excited about it...

Well, bonus is in. I'm quite surprised with the figure. Was expecting lesser. Well, since it's in, it's time for shopping. And just nice 'Abercrombie & Fitch' is open..!! can't wait to shop. My shopping list is long long long...!!!

:)

五月天【諾亞方舟】MV

2011-12-12T22:29:00.003+08:00

magic

2011-12-12T08:19:00.001+08:00

This is a really magic product. And thanks to sis, this product smoothen skin so fast, filling up my flaws. Love it, sis!! Give it a try. :)

The S word

2011-12-11T00:47:00.001+08:00

As the stress levels get higher, I was left with no time to ventilate. I wanted December to be a better month, to round up the end of 2011. But it seemed like I don't get what I wanted. Instead, everything is falling on me. I'm yet to be able to balance up everything that occurring.

I hope my family will not blame me for neglecting them over these few weeks. Because currently everything else, besides family, went haywire. There were dispute within the group of my friends. School work is piling up one by one and there's no way for self revision at all. There is basically no time to even ventilate at all. No time for emotions. No time to waste.

I really need to cut down on my social life. My weekends are really important. For rushing up the undone during the weekdays. And soon, I'm gonna lead a no-life situation very soon.

I need motivation from my loved ones and people who truly cared for me, going through this period with me, and I'll be grateful for the understanding.

I know what to wish for this birthday...

thanks goodnessss!!

2011-12-09T13:36:00.001+08:00

Thanks to my dearest xiaojun, we gotten our concert tickets- 摇滚区. I can't wait to rock and jump with mayday on 25th Feb..!!!

freaking sad

2011-12-09T07:26:00.002+08:00

So apparently there were some message error to Jenny's phone. And by the time I realized, the concert tickets preordering session is over!!!

I was so upsetted when xiaojun sent me that message yesterday. The closing for the preordering of mayday concert tickets was 30Nov. And I receive no message with the notice. Jenny claims she will notify us when ticket pricing is confirm. Worst of all, I text her on 28/11 enquiring her other issues but did not mention anything about the start date for preordering.

For the first time in my 12 years, I'm buying Mayday concert through sistic. Argh..!! hates..!! Very depressing.

I'll continue to pray that I can at least get the arena tickets..!!!!

bonds

2011-12-04T17:38:00.001+08:00

I truly miss the working days with my princesses. When we will feels so great knowing we have a companion with each other at work. We will get each other to go for break time together, and chit chat.

The best memories were those that all 7 of us picked an auspicious day, marked it in the request roster, and when the roster is out, we will make sure that we have our fixed off day together, and it will be a full- attendance for our outing. I missed our melecca trip. I missed the mini outings we had, those laughter are what money can't buy.

After my disappearance from the working area, I wanted so badly to meet up every single one of us for an outing. But it seems like the attendance had never been full. I can even sense the withdrawal from some of us, and this is definitely not what I want to see.

Next year June will reveal if I'm going to the same ward where my princess are hidden. And for all I know, some of you are leaving in July next year, to study in Aussie. I want no exaggerating request, but a meet out where all 7 of us can meet up with a whole day of event. I know how strong our sisters love are.. Let's make this work out once again...

PS: Though we might not be the best colleague, we will always be the best sisters.

Relief

2011-11-30T23:41:00.001+08:00

Had my first presentation today after 3 years. Presented on ethical issues in nursing and it's not an easy module to study. After meeting with the emergency group every week to prepare for today's presentation, I'm glad it has ended.

Have been rushing for the 1200 assignment because there's another SAQ exam coming next week. I can't wait to complete assignments after assignments, presentations after presentations, exams after exams. I just want everything to go on smoothly.

Today we went to Theresa's office to view our bio results. I'm glad that the highest score for distinction was from my group and Geron has got no failures in bio... Thanks to Dr yong and theresa. For the mock exam, I gotten a just passed without studying.

But after studying, I only receive a grade C. Well, it's always been like tt. When I study very hard, my results for bio is always C. seriously always.. I can't think of any smarter ways to learn bio. But anyways, it's over. I've pulled through. I shall focus on the specialize topics now...

I'm glad to know a group of fun loving classmates who are united. Because we have been studying, doing assignment together, staying and accompanying each other, staying as late as 12hrs in sch, just to get things done together. Not forgetting the outings and attachments.

All and all, I'm enjoying being a student once again. At least I felt better as compared to when I'm in diploma. Because having someone backstabbing you before you know it, can be horrible. You know who you are.. Your retribution is coming soon..

one after another

2011-11-24T08:03:00.001+08:00

Well, I guess after the bio paper I sat yesterday is just the start of everything. There isn't much time for resting. There are more jobs that need to be done within a short time frame.

Finally started the essay writing for my ethics module. 1200 words required. Supposed to evaluate after my presentation but who will wait for presentation to be over before writing?

Don't wanna be reminded about another specialist module exam coming up in 3 weeks time. Well, nothing is not workable isn't it?

PS: mikey says ' People do 1.2k walkathon on tracks, we do ours in front of the destop.'

1500 days

2011-11-18T07:13:00.001+08:00

Coming through 1500 days with boy. And we just can't stop counting down. Something happy for both of us to celebrate over. Something we both are looking forward to. And tomorrow is our day.

Though exams are near, 2 presentations are lining up, with an assignments to come, and more to go, I have manage to come out with the itinerary for the big day. Praying hard the weather will not fall on us. I'll be driving him around this time round. Hoping we will have a safe journey.

Although we can't travel this time round when I deadly needs some traveling to keep myself happier and keeping him away from the stress he is facing at work, I hope by planning the places that I always wanted to go, can do the job too.

And boy, we have come to our 4th year, let's continue working hard for our future and achieve our similar goals together. Nothing stops us right? We must remain as strong ya?

P.S: I will not stop doing the things we love to do together, because I love you.. :)

Awaiting ( edited)

2011-11-11T18:36:00.002+08:00

Manage to find the latest full version of this music video.
Though this time round they are not involved, this song was done by them.
And I'm so gonna watch this movie...

I can't wait for their concert on 25Feb next year either. Feeling excited already.. heh..!!

mom's birthday

2011-11-08T08:35:00.002+08:00

And mummy turn 50 on 6/11/11. I specially love my planning for mummy this year. Having planned it all by myself this year, cause sis fall sick the day before and bro, well, he never like planning events. So, it was my one-woman-show.

Ordered Durian strudel from Ritz the day before mum's big day. And by noon on 6th, I excused myself to collect the 'cake' and then surprised her right at the door step with a lighted candle on the strudels.

Thanks to sis, who manage to sneak out to the void deck to pass me the candle and lighter. (hahahahaha...)

Well, mum and I head off to Takashimaya shopping. And mum saw the collegen pills (Zell- V) that she wanted so badly, and got excited totally. Anyway I'm gonna head down to taka to buy her that pills after school today.

After shopping, mum and I head down to Chinatown to meet my boy and then walked to Far East Sq @ Amoy St, where I booked a restaurant for her. Zhou's Kitchen @ Amoy St caters dinner buffet and felt the food was not bad the last time I went there. Unfortunately this time round, the food din taste as fantastic.

I'm glad bro followed to have this dinner together, with boy, and siwei. It's like we finally manage to have a full family photo. Mum wants me to upload the family photo to her phone, and I guess that the best birthday gift she has received so far.

PS: more photos are in FB. :)

weekends

2011-10-31T00:16:00.001+08:00

It's my 2nd week of having weekends as my off. I mean it's been almost 3 years of not having fixed off days, especially on a weekend. Well, I think I still love weekends off. Not that I love crowds, but I think weekends are just meant for resting. Like a definite off day for most population.

So far I've been using my off day with revision and doing tutorials, mending the PowerPoint slides and checking emails more frequently. I miss those days when Loretta was the one who did most of the PowerPoint slides layout back during diploma days. Because she always makes sure its colorful or imageful. Really miss her somehow...

Alright, need to wake up few hours later for class. I better sleep now. Nights everyone.

24

2011-10-25T08:14:00.001+08:00

Just 24 more days, it will be a new year for both of us. And it will be our 4th anniversary.

Many a times, we love to talk about how we get to know each other. From our first day, till 10days later, we become a couple. Both of us didn't believe in 'love-at-first-sight' until we met each other. After the cake-smashing incident, after I pour the cup of water down his head during the day when we first met.

He's the craziest stranger that I've ever met, to do such things on me, I recalled. Well, none of us have thought we will come so far. With a longest relationship record of 4 months, I thought this will be another 4 months "scheduled" relationship. Surprisingly, we come through 3 years, and 24 days later, our 4th.

4 years might not be long to many, and it's not about the quantity. We have been through our toughest time, but we felt happier overcoming those obstacles. Whose relationship comes in the easy way? Every couple has their own problems. I believe it's how you manage it to sustain in it.

I can't wait to go through our anniversary. Because every anniversary has it's story. What kind of story will we have this year?

:)

The S word

2011-10-18T18:10:00.001+08:00

It's day two of advance dip and I can start to feel the tension headaches that's slowly occurring in me. Am I stress already?

Dr Yong pushed forward his tutorial, from Friday to this afternoon. Due to the last min news, everyone was not prepared for his lesson. And first tutorial was the refresh of pathophysiology. It's YEAR 1 work.. 3 years old information is definitely not in my tiny brain anymore.

He started going through cells and tissue, epithelial cells la, osmosis la. And I remember clearly how hardworking we were mugging hard for bio, when those hardworks resulted with a 'C'.

I'm supposed to have a date with Yvonne, yenyee jie, and Cindy. But I have pushed them away because tomorrow morning I'm having my bio lectures at 9am. I can't go Dr Yong's lecture without preparation. I'll die half way through his lectures.

And anyways, diploma time, bio was 2 hours, but advance dip, it becomes 3. -.-" ( kill me pleaseeee!)

All the best to me.

First Day

2011-10-17T20:21:00.001+08:00

Back to NYP being a student once again. And lectures after lectures on my first day. Felt good seeing familiar lecturers who are teaching me. Lecturers like Ms Ee Dzu who covers psychosociology. Also the most knowledgeable and detailed bio lecturer, Dr Yong.

Just first day of school and lessons ends at 5pm for me. More brain juice going to drain. And I start to realize how important sleep is, to keep me awake throughout the next day. It's time to cut down late night life...

Glad to see my preceptor back during PRCP in w46, nuri... She went into med-surg as well. And I start to see more and more familiar faces in school. Quite happy about that.

One thing good about being a full time student, we have the whole day's time to study and revise.. Time to read up... shall stop here...

student, officially

2011-10-16T16:34:00.001+08:00

At 1610hr, I signed out in the attendance book after clearing my locker, I'm a officially a student. Thanks to those hugs this weekend, my last two days of working. I never imagined those hugs could turns out so heavy. But I'm glad with all that I have...

Sis Jay did my interim appraisal and she heard my last words for 68. And I believe afterall, she's one of the great supervisor I've seen. I'm gonna miss all the regular routine of working. Wonder where I'll be posted to, after this 8 months of school. I had the greatest memory in wd11/12 and 68. Especially to those who came with me from w11/12.

it's time to work hard, learn hard and play harder. Gerontology is all about being active with the older generations. I'll ensure I maximize the fun I have within this 8 months, away from code blues and heart-attack piled-up workload.

All the best to my fellow colleagues, I'll see you guys when I see you. To my usual hangout peeps, it's not gonna be my last day seeing you people. So, I'm gonna leave my tears to where it came from...

All the best to myself too. Let's workhard...

Fighting!!

events worth celebration

2011-10-14T14:16:00.002+08:00

3 years back, he attended my graduation day. 3 years later, I was invited to his graduation. Finally seeing him in gown, with the smile of success. Seeing his parents' smiles, looking at their son walking up the stage, towards the director of PSB, receiving his cert, and I reminded of my graduation day.

I believe it's never an easy journey from the day we decided to sign up for the course of studies, till the day of graduation day. But as long as we go through them with hardship, there's definitely a sense of achievements. And yesterday, I've seen it in his eyes. Though he looks anxious and sleepy at the same time, I know those smiles were from his bottom of his contented heart.

I feel proud of my boy. Who says 'it's the end' to student from Normal Technical students? Who says they are bunch of lazy people...? Right here beside me is one that shines. And I believe he will shine towards his career too.

Finally gotten my driving licence. Waited quite impatiently for it, actually. Now that it's in hand, I feel more like a licensed driver. I'm a visual person. Gonna rent car to drive before year ends. :)

Tomorrow and day after. Just two more days. 18 hrs is all thts left in sgh, in w68. I miss my girls, my princess, my long-stayed patient, aunty rajis, the co-workers( PT, OT, Dietitian,etc) and everyone who gives me memories in w11/12 and forwarded to w68.

Really unsure if I'll return to where I belonged, after 8 months of school and I believe I will missed those people after leaving. The bonding with each and everyone is important, and wishing things will sustain even after I'm back to sgh after 8months. I'm wishing for all that I can, hoping things will turn out fine for everyone.

Last but not the least, my 6 other princesses, never will I want to lose this people whom I had the most with... I love you girls dearly. Please don't forget to give each other a tight hug on my last day...

PS: it's not going to stop here...

back to school

2011-10-06T21:11:00.001+08:00

A sudden change of roster over these few days. A lot of changes. Almost everyday I'll have something on the next day, and there, my roster was changed.

Tomorrow is the orientation of my Advance Diploma and I'm feeling excited. Super excited. I'm quite unclear what is it that I'm so excited about, maybe I can go school again, maybe because I'll be meeting new friends. Or maybe because I can finally grab a breather off working like a bull. Whatever the reasons, I'm excited...

With 2 more days of annual leave to clear, and I've already booked all my remaining off days with event. Like going medicure and pedicure, gg JB shopping, gg last shopping to grab what is needed for school.

I was actually schedule for night shift on 14-16 Oct, which 17 Oct, my first day of school happened to be my sleeping day. So ah phuah is busy looking into roster finding ppl to do my night shift. I can see ah phuah getting more and more short tempered due to the last min announcement of me leaving for advance dip. The biggest problem with HR in SGH. Last min reveals and everyone goes panicky.

So I'm still uncertain when my last day in SGH will be, because next week's roster definitely will have changes and I'm gonna be the one with the most changes.

A lot of gathering to do. Very busy. Can't wait.. Can't wait for a new start. A new start of life once again...

:)

good news

2011-10-04T15:18:00.001+08:00

Just hours ago, ah phuah called and for the first time I receive good news from SNM office. She told me my application to Advance Diploma in Gerontology is succcccccccessssful. (happiest girl on earth)

For the past 2weeks, I have been spending my off days going shopping for new bag, new clothes, new shoes, without knowing the result of the application. I've reached to the extend I don't wanna care if I got in. Just buy. Seriously, just buy only...

And now this confirmation makes me feels those shopping aren't wasted. If not I don't know when else I'll get to use those stuff I bought.

I still have 7days of annual leave to clear, with only 13 days left staying in SGH. I can't wait. Really I can't wait. After 3yrs of working, I really need a break. A total break off work. 8months of not wearing mask, and PPE but mugging hard for assignments and projects.

I work with my heart, and study with my brain. it's time for my heart to rest, and brain to start working. :)

renovation

2011-10-04T09:43:00.001+08:00

For the first time I see my room totally empty out. The whole house is so dusty and messy. And yesterday was the first day of the renovation of the 2 toilets at home. One in master-bedroom and the other in the kitchen. Previously we had our main toilet in the 2nd floor done beautifully. And this time around, mum gotten the same contractor to do it.. (that super soft contractor that makes us feels so goosebumps all the time. haha)

As usual, those unbearable noise of the hammering and drilling makes me super selfish to rather stay out, than staying at home supervising them. Like seriously, who can tolerate those noise man. Blasting music is not good enough to cover those noise.. I guess not even a sound- proof room helps.

Can't wait to see the end result of our beautiful toilets, after having them for the past 23years, it's really time to change. :)

night shift (hates)

2011-10-02T02:38:00.000+08:00

My titles speaks all that I wanna say.
Simply just hate night shift.
This time round of night.
Very happening, and i'm mere worned out by the time I leave the ward.

The quota of patient's rate have been skyhigh for the past 3weeks.
And I just hate it so much.
Busy TTM.
And for night shift on thurs to saturday,
packed two patient for the first 2 night,
though i'm not in charge of those 2 patients,
the helping out was tedious for all of us to help resuscitating the dying patient.

And for today, my last night, very good.
My patient went for urgent operation and started on hourly vac drainage monitoring.
And there I have a DDIL and a DIL patient for me.
Enough of heart attacks for my 3 days of night.
I need some good news to balance up my life.

Anyway hospital finally started '8 days off' system.
Wonder how it will be.
So I assume a routine of afternoon shift followed by morning shift,
will be even more hectic and tiring?
Gosh...
I wish and I wish to get in to advance dip,
so that I will not go through that 9days straight of working,
with alternate morning and afternoon shift on the last week of the roster.

Hope to see the result soon.
Adv dip? or continue working?

That's it.

2011-09-26T19:01:00.002+08:00

A total of 2.6k spent on this precious card, that can be the most expensive card I'll ever get for myself. Today marked the day of being a licensed driver and I became the happiest girl on earth, on a Monday.

All the tenseness can now been put aside, and it's definitely time for celebration. Thanks everyone who congrats me over FB, sharing joys with me. I'm as happy as well.

It's not easy to clear TP in one try. And I happen to did it. Part of the glory must be shared with my boy, who was the one encouraging me all these while. Right from the start, theory, he was there testing me, making sure I remember those rules properly. I cleared basic theory and final theory in one try. So is my TP.

Today, he came down from home to BBDC with no sufficient sleep, showing his total moral support.

From the moment I came out from TP office, mouthing the words 'I PASSED' with fist clenched high, he teared for me. The tears of joy I see in his eyes.

Again, we pull through another event in life. Now, he no longer need to drive me around, because I'm finally licensed to drive him ard too.

Time to learn more roads in Singapore. Can't wait for the next chance to drive out on main roads and expressways. I need to master the 'real' driving.

well, I'm off tml. So I shall continue to celebrate tml as well. :)

PS: I've succeeded a skill that I never wanted to achieve. And now I've got it. I'm proud of myself.

mood swing

2011-09-25T11:50:00.001+08:00

I know the time is up. And I'm feeling excited. Because everyone says, 'you are definitely going...' And thanks to my princesses, who have been so encouraging.

Things at work are becoming more stagnant each day, and the sense of being part of the isolation-team is drifting. I really can't find the 'push' to work, and I guess the time is up. I really can't wait for school to start. Because after 3yrs of working, I guess I'm really tired.

I have been telling everyone 'I need a break. I wants to travel. I wants to go somewhere far from where I am right now. I wanna see the other side of the world.' Basically I know I'm tired of what I've been doing. And it's really time for a break. With friends who went through Gerontology, telling me that I'll definitely enjoy the posting and all. And if Ms Jone is still the course coordinator, my 8months will be even better.

Those exchange from colleagues are just making me more excited to go back to school. To mix new friends, to wear nice clothes, to paint my nails (where my career restrain me from), doing research, attending lectures and fall asleep...

I'm so excited. But being the only one who chose to leave 68 at this moment, makes me wants to come back in the future. Always Sis Jay says, 'don't stick to ward 68, go other places and explore...', but then again, I told myself, I'd want to come back after adv dip.

Though I deal with people with infectious disease, but at least I'm in a multidiscipline area where I can explore as well. I like our dresscode: scrub suit..!!
And wearing home clothes to work is best. Because I can easily sneak out right after work, without bringing bags of clothes and shoes to work. But most importantly, I just wanna stay within my comfort zone.

I love my girls, my princesses. Working with them, especially during night shift is totally awesome. And thanks for all the memories left ever since 68 opens. I will and I want to come back. I know by then many of you will leave, I'll miss you..

Alright, time to stop emo-ing... shall wait till end of month for the revealing of the postings results. :)

五月天

2011-09-22T05:41:00.001+08:00

Have been waiting for their new album to debut for almost 2years when they came out with their first movie instead. I was surprised.

Yes, mayday have used 17months shooting a 3D movie recently: 五月天追梦 3DNA. And during the showcase of this movie on 8th Sept in Marina Sq, me and xiaojun went down with our first pair of tickets, watching the movie for the first time.

It's a combination of 3 different stories with people finding ways to fulfill their dreams. And amazingly, in between there will be flashback of mayday concert from the past 2years of going round the world holding DNA concert.

The 3D effect made everything comes alive, and everyone can have a chance to watch their concert with a feel of seated in the first row. Cause it's so near and alive. :)

So 2 days back, I've decided to catch the 3D movie for the 2nd time with Andy and his colleagues at Vivo GV. AND yesterday, I brought my boy to watch it as well. So I watched it thrice. Basically I feel it's a very good story. Can't wait to get their OST and DVD.

Yesterday was the last day of the movie. well, I've watch it 3 times. Showed my bestest support. And I can't wait for more product from them.

PS: imma 8 years fans, not for nothing. :)

licensed?

2011-09-21T13:20:00.001+08:00

Been for my final revision for my driving today. Went through almost 8revisions just to brush up my parking skills. Vertical, parallel, directional change, e-brake, ramp, crank course and S course.

TP is just days away. And today I had the leader of my group to instruct me. Parking was used to be my weakness but lately, I mount kerb so easily on S course. Only after 2nd practise will I not strike or mount kerb. I'm hoping for the best. I need to pass with one attempt.

Driving out of circuit has always be so fun. Roads are definitely wider. Familiarize myself with bt batok. Driving pass PIE from Brickland Road, and driving the most dangerous-road-so-suitable-for-F1-racer bt timah road were few of those unforgettable experiences. Did the most nonsense act in driving. For the past 7months, I enjoyed every sessions of driving. Rushed down from workplace trying not to be late for the 5pm slot, and trying to focus in driving after a tired day.

My best instructor who have ever taught me these 7months have to be Instructor code: 6072. He happened to teach me a total of 5 lessons during these 7 months, and I remembered my first experience with him teaching wad super horrible. He, on my 5th lesson, was the first instructor to raise his voice. Terrifying asking me to full lock my steering wheel, and I've never forget that horrible lesson that I've done.

Subsequent lessons, everytime I got him, my mood for driving was super demoralize. But the surprising fact is that he watch my improvement. From the first time he instruct me with shouting, till I got demoralized and cried during his lesson, till he felt the confidence in my driving.

Thanks to 6072.

And all the best to my TP on coming Monday. 加油吧!

forty-6 monthie

2011-09-19T11:47:00.001+08:00

So used to wishing each other when the clock struck 12 on 19th every month. For the past 45months, we have never fail to send SMS for a happy wishing before turning into bed, and on our 46th month, we did the same too.

In the past, going for dating on the 19th felt special, and after a while, working life restrained such moves. Like right now, I'm blogging from my iPhone while on my way for afternoon shift. And dating during our next off day together is what we can ask for. I'm more than contented. We just have to accommodate changes in life.

I can't imagine how life's gonna be in months to come. When we change our roles. From a worker, to a student for me. And him, from a student, to a full-time workaholic. It's been a while since we come together as a worker and I definitely can't wait to have the chance to be classmates together. Studying for the same degree together. Because it really sound so fun.

Many friends were concerned when both of us gonna walk on the red carpet, and specially those who are super eager and can't wait for our wedding day, we are actually as eager as you, but the dates are set according to the progression of our Punggol Topaz.

Being the biggest project in Punggol right now, having a total of 12 blocks to build, our house is taking slightly longer period, as compared to the other punggol projects. We have patience, yet impatience.

Plannings shall all start next year, when more things are settled for us. Let's wait together.. :)

realistic

2011-09-18T06:24:00.001+08:00

well, this is just the realistic life. It's all about comparing with other people. it's about how much money you earned. it's about how much you have done.

within a short period, I've seen all the naked things in the world. it's really scary. and whether those spoken truth, are really true, is all yet to find out.

It's just how this society works I guess. Being such a newbie in this society, dealing with all these issues, I'm really not good at it.

I believe I live happier before knowing how realistic it now can be. it's not about trust anymore. it's not that. Just hope peace can come into picture as soon as possible. because I dislike being stuck into situation like that.

And again, I felt like escaping from situation. Asking myself 'why am I being delivered to a world full of people in war in their heart.' People don't comes with a true speaking heart. People don't come with a easily contented heart.

Seriously, what a realistic world. Completely naked. I see it completely naked now...

end of night shift

2011-09-14T07:46:00.001+08:00

finally come to the end of night shift. had the sleepiest night shift ever. slept at 9am (the moment I reach home) till 5.30pm, yet still feeling as sleepy as not having enough sleep.

reach work place and started dosing off by 2am. even though I stopped taking those drowsy medication, I still felt as sleepy and I suspect I can easily sleepy for 24hrs a day.

it's finally sleeping day. gonna challenge myself for sleeping 3hrs and it shall be time for shopping. it seems like my shopping list just went on and on... I know, obviously, I've overspent this month. furthermore momsie wanna renovate the two toilet at home, and wanted me to subsidy a lil.. so I guess there goes my savings. sigh...

cravings

2011-09-11T14:09:00.001+08:00

it's been almost a week since I totally stop eating fried food and heaty food. Because ulcers are growing in my throat and it will only felt much better with icy cold stuff.

after voiding fried food for a week, the temptation of having them chewing in my mouth is urging me to hack about those pain-in-the-arse ulcers.. but still, I really din want it to worsen.

I have been eating things like tofu, fishballs, noodle, and avoiding fried food, of course, even biscuit. well, as long as anything that feels dry down the throat, I'll avoid. even chicken breast meat. because dry food triggers my throat to itch and I'll just cough till I teared. very very annoying.

many a times, I found myself having tears in my eyes when talking to people . that's super embarrassing. cause I'll be questioned,' hey Anna what happen? why are you crying?' when the fact is tt I cough till I teared. -.-"

seriously can't wait to cure those illness. and I'm religiously taking
my meds and antibiotic round the clock..hoping with a speedy recovery.
can't believe I'm losing my voice and sometimes my voice just got hoarser and hoarser. sigh...

actually what really happen to me is that I started on a supplement drink that was recommended by Sharon that can ease menses cramp. I started taking it for a week and found out being constipated for 4 days. I stopped drinking it but constipation continues occurring in me. and due to that, heatiness and toxic were remain in my body and causing all the outbreaks of pimples and now sore throat, and then throat ulcers and worst thing is: hives (rashes) appears.

see..

I don't usually try supplements. and now that I've tried and gotten such results, I'm gonna stereotype that all aren't good. I don't like seeing my body turning weak and sick..

sigh... I miss all great food. :(

falling sick

2011-09-10T13:36:00.000+08:00

I called up for MC today. Seriously losing my voice. Having sore throat for the past 5days. Swallowed more that 50 lozenges which does not help at all. It causes my throat to itch and cough nonstop. Cough to work, cough at work, cough to sleep, cough while eating. Cough, cough, cough...

And then flu bug got me. Hives caught me, leaving rashes all around my body. What's more?

Finally I'm medicated with antibiotics, cough mixture, flu meds, pain killer and lozenges. Hoping illness will recover as much as possible before my night shift begins tomorrow. Never like falling sick before or after night shift.

But I guess night shift will add on heatiness in my body again.

Sigh.

the truth

2011-09-10T13:20:00.002+08:00

This post will be a long one.

I have always told myself, I am myself. I portrait myself, my own character. There isn't a need to act like being somebody else, or act to suit a certain group of people, just because I want to mingle and be part of them. And all these years, this becomes my philosophy in life.

With that, I have never like people who act it that way. Like comparing yourselves with the group, when there's nothing in common, and yet, you want to tag along with any conversations or event with the group. But by the end of the group, you will realized people are ignoring you.

Yes, this happened to me few years back, and I was in misery. I feel that friends are important in life and that I always treasure true friends. Sometimes my momsie felt that I treat friends better than family, which I truly agrees. Because I treasure friendship. I treasure friends who accept me for who I am, and be with me during my ups and downs. Even when they got offended by what I said, they will not bad-mouth me talking behind my back. They will find ways to tell me in a gentle way. This is what I called 'friends'. Friends don't talk bad behind your back. Friends don't compare and get jealous. Friends do forgive and forget. Friends gives you advice and not giving false hope and watch you fall and laugh at you.

I believe everyone made mistakes. And that's the reason why you are being forgiven. Girl, you know who you are. You know I'm referring to you.

I choose to forgive you, though I was disappointed with you for making such decision in the past. Just want to say that I used to treasure this friendship between us. We been through so much which the nasty people might not have been through with you. And accepting who you are. Lending my shoulder to you as your tissue paper during your down time. Laugh and gossip with you, shopping and sharing things together. Those good times, though lasted 2 years, seemed like we knew each other for 2 decades.

Over these years, I've read about how much you've been through. Sad that I was not there with you. Seen the change in you over these years. But I was not the one you turn to. Only watching and worrying the state of you falling. I wanted to be there, but I know I might not be the right person you want to see. Glad to see that you are better right now. Just like me, going through those life struggles that my heart fought so hard to get out of the darkness those nasty people created on me. I was being boycott and those feelings aren't good. Those life struggles I have overcome. And now, I felt happier than before. Thanks to those nasty people. They taught me to grow stronger. And being more sociable than before.

I was expecting this day to come. Somehow I know you will come back. Because I know I'm innocent and definitely not like what those nasty people bad-mouthed about. And now this is finally happening, it felt so much like in a dream. You know how badly I can't get over with the fact. I believe the darkest truth is finally surfaced. And I'm willing to put those past behind us, and start this friendship anew. Let the past be history. Let's look back and laugh at it. Laugh at our mistakes and move on.

It's never too late telling me the truth. It's really not too late. No regrets.

I'll be waiting for your return to catch things up. And thank you for returning back to my life.

PS: You owe me a big feast.

nicely spent

2011-09-05T11:17:00.000+08:00

This 10 days of Annual Leave have been awesomely spent to the fullest.

Catching up with all my friends,

and having fun almost every single day of it.

Not forgetting, doing things I always wanted to,

that was excused by busy working schedule.

So last Friday, boy gotten tickets to FM91.3 Must Drink Friday again.

Gotten Sis and her boyfriend, Siwei, to come along with us.

This time round, was held at One Rochester.

Very beautiful ambience.

Anyways, I was picked to the stage dancing with the deejays.

Oh crap! shy TTM.

And yup, they upload the event photos on Stomp.

On saturday, met up with desmond for photoshooting at MacRitchie Reservoir.

Woke up at 5.30am but the rain delayed the time for our photoshoot.

We walked through part of the MacRitchie which takes up 4hrs.

But we had a fruitful 4hrs,

learning and exploring taking macro shots together.

After the rain, those naughty monkey swing from trees to trees,

out to the fitness area,

and there I've gotten all the cute shots of my favourite animal.

i'm simply in love with their naive-ness.

Sunday Ubin trip was planned way beforehand.

Outing with Alan, Shiyun, and Yanting have reduced a lot.

Because everyone have been real busy with work and studies,

and there isn't much time for gathering.

So a pre-planned event was great needed.

And I'm happy to hang out with these group of friends.

A good exercise of riding the bicycle and trekking into Chek Jawa was really nice.

Seeing monkeys, wild boar, mud-crab, leeches, mudskippers,

the beautiful mangroves, and riding through those steep slopes,

where breeze went against your face.

Wooooo.. Love it.

with dinner at Aston and movie: FD 5 to end our meet ups.

The public holiday on Tuesday was spent with, of course, my BFFs.

The 3 of us survived through secondary school days,

studied together, prepared for N and O levels,

sneaked food under tables, gossips over teachers and handsome guys/teachers,

going through every student stress-ness together,

and it was 8yrs already.

Now everyone's into adulthood,

and recalling what happen during these 8yrs.

My besties: fifi and subha.

We 3 races are a good match and clicked really well, which surprised many people.

After so many yrs, we had a chance to visit fifi's home during Raya.

Like what we used to do in the past as well.

Chatting with her mum, her sisters and enjoy her mum's cooking.

Glad that we finally have photos of us.

Like last time, we felt ugly and fat and never like taking group photos back then.

Now everyone look beautiful (including me),

and comes photos after photos.

Was supposed to go for Bintan trip with my princesseson 31/8,

but due to the school and public holidays,

resorts were fast and furiously booked.

We ended up on our way to JB CitySqaure to shop.

-_-"

It was 3 days after Sharon's birthday,

a belated celebration for her with ice cream replacing cake.

And also the gift from the Princesses.

Next up was on Friday.

My 7th day of Annual Leave.

A last minute plans for celebrating Cindy's birthday.

We celebrated one day in advance for her during her post night.

With Blythe, Vern, Tse Lert, Jeslyn and I.

Jeslyn and I suceeded to surprised her that day.

Spending our 4hrs in TWG.

And spent a total bill of $472.

o_O

With mooncake to subtitute her birthday cake,

and the set of winter wear we gotten for her,

on preparation for her Aussie study trip next July.

Well, two princesses are leaving to Aussie next july.

Very sad to leave them.

We girls gonna havoc more often before the departure.

Counting down the days left to end of annual leave,

and on Sat, headed to Westmall with boy, Sis, and Siwei where we SMURFed in the theatre.

Damn cute. Smurfy is damn cute.

SMURFFFFFF.....

Siwei drove us around that day.

Went Farmart at Lim Chu Kang.

And end of Lim Chu Kang.

When the sky was dark,

we headed to Dairy Farm park for our night trail.

For me and Siwei, night photography.

Thanks to his new toy (flashbox), and also his flash,

I was able to take awesome shots that day.

And I really need to save up to get my next camera gadgets, flashlights.

I see big improvement in my composition and my skills of focusing during macro shots.

They aren't easy and I need to master them well.

As for today, I'm having my off day after 10 days of annual leave,

marking the 11th day of jobless.

The feeling is damn good.

Anyway, i'm attending my 2nd wedding dinner this year.

Yup, will be heading down to M hotel to attend Chenlin's wedding dinner,

with Andy being my 'partner'.

Can't wait to see the beautiful bride later on.

PS: i'm a lil lazy to bring my camera later on. Have been taking too much photos over the past 10 days,

it's time for a break. ^^

( More photos of individual outing can be found in my FB albums.)

ALs

2011-08-26T13:36:00.000+08:00

Can you believe what actually happened?

On sunday I started my 3 days of night shift, and enjoyed my day in USS with boy on my sleeping day.
I was scheduled to work evening shift right after my sleeping day on thursday and friday, which is today, i'm starting my 11 days straight of AL.

Now what happened yesterday was that, first I was freaking dread to go to work because I had sleeping day, then back to work for one day, and then comes my 11 days of working. I was asked to be a photographer on a yacht for a friend who needs to island hop and needed those photos for his business. I pushed away the great opportunity and proceed to work instead.

Boy then decided to meet me for breakfast right before work, which enlightened me much more to go to work. When I reached work, to realized 2 colleagues on sick leave. I was asked to be in-charge for 6 patients. Well, not that bad. But at 2pm, my patient suddenly collapse and everyone was actively resuscitating him. It happened right at the start of work, and subsequently, things at work hasn't been in a peace.

I had 3 transferred in cases which one I had to transfer to another room in the end. It was really hectic that for once I regretted not taking a FAKE mc. But then again, I learnt many things during the rushed hours. Though I exceeded the working hours and only left ward at 2345hrs, I'm glad I made my way and get things completed.

I was dead beat at the end of the day. And right now, enjoying every part of my 11 days of annual leave. How great... first to bitterness, then now comes sweetness...

:)

him and i and USS

2011-08-26T13:19:00.001+08:00

Boy put in a lot of effort for his exam,

and seeing him stressed over it for the past 4 weeks, hurts me.

He told me to bring him for some excitement after his exams.

And making sure promises aren't broken,

I made 2 tickets to USS!!!

It was a surprise gift for him.

Made him guess his way through until we reach harbour front station,

and reveal where we are heading to.

Took RWS8 into USS.

And comes all the exciting rides.

Enter to the first session of USS- Madagascar.

and we took our first ride.

more rides in between when I realised many of them restrict photography,

and I was lazy to get my camera in and out of my bag.

so for some parts,

no photos taken at all.

took this mummies ride.

before that, we went to the one in darkness.

I screamed at the top of my voice,

and accidentally bite my own lips.

the worst rides of all.

I know I can never make it through Galatica.

And boy didn't want to take the ride alone,

and both of us gave up on that heart-ripped-out ride.

but for the sample feel, i get him to sit on the display seat.

hahaha...

after watching 'Madagascar Crate Adventure', imma in love with Ginger Breadman..!!!

my ginger BIG man...

Mr. President wannabe. :)

simply in love with this car.

cool huh...

and both of us ended up getting arrested.

oh my sexy Betty Boop.
i <3 her.

(love her underpants too.)

wahahhahhhahhhaha...

see that touching look, for getting a

'Best Husband award'.

and me?

'Best Sweetheart Award'..

YAY~~!!!!

know what happen? after taking photo with this naughty duck,

he wants to snatch me away from boy.

it was real hilarious.

see his hand on my waist?

we were walking off together like a couple after that...

hahahahaha..

(and thanks to boy who helped me shoot this photo...)

AHHHHH~~~!!

the penguin in madagascar...

Basically, both of us suddenly goes back to 10years ago,

being just 13 years old.

playing and laughing and snapping.

it was really lotsa fun and more photos are in FB.

glad that boy love this surprise i prepared for him.

it's just so awesome.

I hope that next time we come here again,

would be with our kids,

bringing them here to enjoy every moments once again, as a family.

After a long day playing and having fun,

we were all starved.

So dinner at 'Chilis' was another awesomely experience.

They served the BEST Classic Margaritas.

and the serving was pretty big.

lucky boy and I shared one main together,

and left chilis with a full and smiley tummy.

one big family

2011-08-15T09:24:00.047+08:00

Last night, Sis and I invited our partners back home for family steamboat with momsie. It's almost after 4 years, that boy finally stepped into my house. All appreciation goes to Sis, who came out with this idea of steamboat with momsie and bringing our boyfriends back for her to 'see'.

Mom always have the thought that our home is visually messy and not presentable for relatives, or even friends to come in for visits. And that's the only one reason, since young, we are forbidden to bring friends back home to play or even for project and stuff. But over the years, we have helped to tidy up those mess and now home can be presentable.

The steamboat session went successful. Boy brought home a can of Aussie abalone and a home-made dessert. While Siwei, Sis's boy, created his favourite chili, prepared the food and bought some canned dessert. Sis's friend, Peiwen and boyfriend joined us soon after. And completed the fulfilling dinner by 9pm.

Boy, being a boardgame collector, brought games like monopoly and UNO and played with everyone. Including momsie. The interaction went on till late night with boy chatting with mom, and Sis, Siwei and I discussing about camera stuff. And by 12am, BFs left.

I know Boy had a great time spending time with mom. It's a rare chance for him and opportunity grabbed. I believe now the ice is broke, many opportunity will come soon. :)

craziest

2011-08-08T21:20:00.002+08:00

Yesterday both of us were bored strolling in town after watching 'Horrible Bosses'.

Boy came out with an idea to kill time,

which we spent the rest of our days doing the craziest thing in town.

Used to watch those Taiwan Variety shows showing 'food search'.

Boy came out with an idea of playing 'Food Search' in town.

Both of us came out with a few local dishes,

and started drawing lots to see what dish we should start with...

Rules of the game:

-to complete the whole game within 2 and half hours.

-barget within $20-$30

-never eat the next food from the same place.

-to finish up every little thing of the food.

So we started with...

Tom Yum Soup at Meridien hotel.

tom yum souP--- Peach Yogurt at PS.

peach yogurT--- Turkey breast meat at POMO cold storage.

turkey breast meaT---Tropical citrus vitamin water from Paradise Mall 7-eleven.

Tropical citrus vitamin wateR---Red dragonfruit juice at bugis street.

After completed 5 dishes...

it's time to reveal the last dish that we need to eat.

And of course, linking to the last food in alphabet...

We picked Oyster Mee-Sua as our last dish...

The search continues...

Red dragonfruit juiceE--Ebiko sushi at parco bugis cold storage

Ebiko sushI--Ice teh-o at bras basah coffeeshop.

Ice teh-O-- Oyster Mee SUA!!!!!!

at marina square...

We have completed our task within the set rules.

We walked from Orchard to Marina Square.

Eating and laughing, and thinking what next dish should be linked to.

Spending total of $25 altogether...

We hated ice teh-o the most.

it was the most horrible drink i've ever had in life.

not fogetting the superb tomyum soup and the turket breast.

Started at 1530hrs. And completed our food search by 1845hrs.

This is the craziest thing I've did at town.

Trying all kinds of food along our way...

And we name this: Food Search (Central).

We shall go to east, west, north, south... for food search...

I enjoyed my off days. especially with him around.

xoxo.

excitement

2011-07-31T18:36:00.022+08:00

The excitement that creates water forming and dwelling in my eyes.
I have not have such feeling for a long time.
and it's only Mayday's power.
Only they can create such impact in my life.
If you have not been to their concert, you might want to consider going for the coming one...

They are a group of dreamers,
who works towards their dream and becoming successful in the career,
showing others not to give up with dreams.
The most important thing is: they enjoy what they are doing.
I am going through every toughship in life, like what i learnt from them,
to maintain my determination to dare to dream.
Whether to be a nurse, a photographer, a gardener,
whether to be a respectful daughter, a faithful wife, a being respected mother in the future,
I'll make sure those dreams, I go through them.

Mayday make their dreams work big time,
SO CAN I...
:)

PS: I cannot wait for their coming 3Dimensional Concert to come to Singapore...
Gonna be awesome max...

copy and paste

2011-07-30T01:06:00.001+08:00

Sis blogged something really funny and I totally agrees with it.
This was what happened to me over the past few days when I spent some quality time with my momsie...

http://nancieakane.blogspot.com/2011/07/life-11_28.html

Do read and prepare to laugh...

Just to add on... I relly love the way my mum giggles before saying what she wants to rely.
Like you know, she really laugh at her own jokes before saying.
And when she finally complete her story,
everyone laughs with her...
1/3 due to the joke.
but 2/3 due to her laughter.

hahaha...
my incredible mummy...
i love her so...

a date with subha

2011-07-28T10:43:00.000+08:00

Was supposed to meet my girl last week, but due to a sudden change of my working shift,

finally we managed to catch a free time together for catching up.

Too bad, fifi was afraid of receiving calls for her medic,

and we carry on our dates without her.

Working as medics isn't easy.

Challenging it is.

Anyways, after shopping around at town for a while,

we head to Timbre at old-school.

A perfect place for both of us to chillout.

Again, more photos up on FB.

These are the selective ones, out from the selected in FB.

haha..

Oh ya, and and...

I brought my latest purchased prime-lens with me.

My beginner shoots on portrait.

Not very good at them yet.

Just the right chance for practise.

my favourite: passion fruit flavoured white wine.

chicken and basil pizza. (with no sight of any basil.)

crabmeat aglio olio.

We were recommended to try their new couple drink...

First Kiss.

and..

True love. ( this taste soooooo much better).

The waitress who shot for us.
(Thanks for telling me you know DSLR when I wanted to do the settings. Results: my photo turns out BLUUUUR)

My favourite shot of the day.

Love the acoustic band of the day.
becos they sang my favourite song 'suddenly i see from KT Tunstall'.

ya.. i delicate the song. and they sang my request.

enjoy much...

So what happen was our delicated songs were not sang by the band.

ba actually sent in the requested song and at the end of it,

she typed 'happy birthday Anna.'

It was freaking hilarious because the band will most prolly sang the requested song for the birthday person.

And we thought of the idea of faking the birthday status just to get our delication read out.

It was always so much of fun and laughter when i'm with subha and fifi.

The kind of laughter that lasted through out the outing,

and still able to reminded after a decade.

yes, it's been a decade.

and I love this girl for who she is.

Life changes very much when a person grows up.

But when we meet up,

even after so long,

we went back to who we were when we are 13.

She's the girl who watched me change.

and accept everything about me.

So what if we hasn't meet up for months,

when we catch up,

it feels as close as siblings.

Thanks for being there, Subha.

Not forgetting fifi.

With them, I'm proud to say I have great friends of two other races.

Advance Diploma

2011-07-21T10:08:00.000+08:00

so sgh bonding for Advance Dip. is out.
ah phuah ask me if i'm interested.
With last yr failed chance to self bond myself,
i've decided to get hospital to bond me into getting it.

actually i really hate getting sponsorship and stuff.
no sense of freedom.
all i feel is tight-down.
but it's true that after graduating from adv dip,
i'll need to carry on working in whichever hospital,
which makes no difference in getting the bond,
when you need to 'payback' another 2yrs of working for them.

so i went ahead to apply,
giving ah phuah all the documents needed.
she helps me collate my sick leave and hospital leave and,
got a shock..!!

last year i took a total of 27 days of sick-leave cum hospital leave.
and she told me she will still recommend me to study and went ahead applying for me.
i see why i failed my application last year.

this time round,
i'm not putting high hopes into getting in.
i have been trying to keep myself healthier,
and reduced much on mc rate.

if i don't get in this year,
next year will be my last chance to it.
if i fail the application again,
i shall carry on in pursuing my degree with my boy.

talking about it,
both of us have a thought of pursuing our degree together.
same course...!!
and same class if we can.
i think it is the coolest thing for a couple or even better, husband and wife,
to study together.
this is one of the wish, we have.
let's see where future brings us to...

anyway, best of luck to my application...

my boyfriend's new girl

2011-07-21T09:39:00.001+08:00

It was just so random yesterday that after work,

I went to Cathay Photo @ Peninsula Plaza,

to buy a new sexy girl for my beloved BF (D5000).

Like what many people agreed,

prime lens are the cheapest and useful lens that is a 'must-have' for all photographer.

Now with this lens,

outing with my friends will give me no excuse to practice portrait.

With a weight of 200g,

this little sexy is gonna be my common used.

This is her sexy look...

AF-S 35mm F/1.8G

PS: I got myself gradient filters too. I want to shoot what people can produce...

When I lost count

2011-07-19T09:39:00.001+08:00

The every 19 of the month.
I used my fingers and toes to count.
And I've really lost count.

When I tot it was our 43rd mensiversary, it's already our 44th.
time flies....
how many 44 months can we go through with someone?
when you are able to meet them almost every single day?
end work to see him, fetching me and accompanied me half way through the 1hr bus ride,
while the other half spent on chatting on phone till i'm home safely.

how can anyone tolerate having a bf who is just like a kid?
passing by toys department in any departmental stall,
I will be dragged to see those fascinating toys that only kids get hooked to.
my little boy here,
who likes to get my attention sometimes, by doing the craziest nonsense things ever.
like a kid, who always wants to rest his head on my shoulder when we travel.

how good can it be when nothing is stopping us right now.
because all these 44 months,
have proven to everyone how difficult it is to stop both of us from loving.
it has never been easy,
going through tough times.

looking back makes us see brighter future.
because we were so strong before,
we will still be or maybe stronger than now...

all and all,
let us carry on moving forward for there are more 4 yrs ahead of us to fight and keep our dreams ahead.
:)

long awaiting

2011-07-19T09:07:00.001+08:00

It was since 2010 January that I last heard about them.
Since then, they went missing soon after the concert.
And when 3D movies are in trend,
these guys came out with a 3D concert, this year...

Do you think I will missed out this concert?
When are they coming to S'pore.
Seriously can't wait...

MAYDAY: 3DNA

our fishing trip

2011-07-18T11:06:00.000+08:00

After a hectic week at work,

I received my weekend off.

Spending the whole of it doing every freedom thing I have in mind.

On Saturday, Weihao and I prepared our gears and proceed to Changi Beach for fishing and picnic in tentage.

While he set up the tent,

I put the fishing rod together...

The black one on the left is mine rod.

The blue one on the right is his.

Boat to Pulau Ubin is everywhere...

By evening, the National Parade Rehearsal started, and a loud ROAR~~ was heard...

Look up the sky and...

Sunset.

Awesomely beautiful...

Golden sky with golden sea..

Aeroplanes were super near.

Ya, because we are located at Changi...

Not forgetting my lil ones..

who spend time with us too...

like or hate?

2011-07-10T10:40:00.000+08:00

JCI.JCI.JCI.
It's all that I'm hearing at work.
So this once-every-two-year auditing is coming again.
And I so hate it because everyone is so tensed up over this 'event'.

Well, tomorrow is the day. The day for auditing.
And being in an isolation ward,
our ward has became the ward of must-go.
A compulsory place for their visits.
I personally hate this so much.

Policies after policies.
Infos after infos are forced to remain in our minds,
and after this week,
after this 5 days of auditing the whole hospital,
we can finally get a little break.

So to make things easier,
competent staff were allocated to work on day and noon shift.
While the rest gets their night and off days.
And me?
Starting from today, a 6 days working combo as a result.
The Good thing is: 5 days of afternn shift and followed by a last day of morning shift.
Like I always mentioned, I love afternn shift.
But due to this audit, I hated it much.
It's a love-hate situation for me.

Whatever..
Can't wait for everything to come to a stop.
CAN'T WAIT~~!

emotions

2011-07-10T10:20:00.000+08:00

Alright, it's time to blog once again.

Lately, things have been dull. Changes occuring and it's time to adapt again. When I wanted things to quickly get stablized, it slowed down even more. And there goes the whole process of adapting and pulling things through together. Assurance have been given over and over again. And I hope I can pull through every single moment with him. I hope I will be stronger. Because there are times the thought of giving up came through my mind.

I know it would be damn selfish of me, if I ever leave, if I ever give up. Things have been getting tougher which I hope to see a brighter side of life. A brighter future for us. Lately my emotions is giving way. Frustrations were easily vent out on innocent. Or maybe I just wanted it to let it go freely. Let my emotion goes. But after what had happened, I felt like a wicked old witch, nagging and whining and wanted everything to suit my way.

I hate this side of me. I apologize for the nonsense vented. It came out so hard to control, and I need a solution to it. If better, a prevention to it. I know I have been taking it for granted. I need to be appreciative. I always know, but when frustration overwork the needs, things get haywired once again.

Things need aa change right now. I know this is not the life I wanna go through. I know I don't want such unhealthy lifestyle. Never give up on me, to prove me how strong it is you are. And showing me the strength that's in you, so that I can continue to appreciate you for everything... Your love went unconditioned and I should stop taking it all for granted. Sorry for being such a fuss. Like an old wicked witch. Let's move ahead. Let me drop all these nonsense.

Thanks for keeping your temper low. Thanks for everything.

photography contest

2011-07-06T09:46:00.000+08:00

Lately I have submit one of my best photo to join 'Justin Ng Photography' contest.
Justin Ng Photo is one of the Singapore Wedding photographer who achieved International Award Winning Photographer in Singapore.
http://www.justinngphoto.com/

And lately, they came out with the '$1K photo challange, the Thousand Dollar International Photography Competition.' So every month, there will be a specific theme and people have to submit their photos by the end of the month. Winners will be announced by the 2nd week of the next month. And last month, their theme was 'Landscape'. Have seen many beautiful pictures and the winners of the last month themed competition.

This month, 'Moments' was the theme. And I managed to find a decent photo that suits the theme.

I would like all my friends out there to kindly vote my photos for me. If you like this photo, or would like to support my effort:

1) Log in to Facebook.

2) LIKE justin ng's fanpage at: http://www.facebook.com/justin.ng.wedding.photography

3) Go to my wall, click into the photo-link on this contest to LIKE this photo.

4) Or if I'm not a friend of you yet, ignore step 3 and browse to photo 58, and LIKE the photo.

Your one click on the mouse decide my passion and a future photographer. Please help generously...
Thank You...

Anna Mercier.

half way there

2011-07-01T13:24:00.001+08:00

Had my 12th driving lesson yesterday noon, and cleared my stage 2.
I'm glad i'm already half way through to get my driving license.
Coming to stage 3, I'm going to learn about crank course, and parking.
And I believe that will be one of the toughest section ever.

Once I clear my stage 3, I'll be very near to TP.
I can't wait to go through every single lesson right now,
and things are just getting more and more exciting...
Shall have a session on night driving soon.
To have an experience to it before TP.

I target to get my driving license before Nov.
And hopefully by then, it will be me doing the driving,
bringing my boy out during our anniversary.

Appreciate all the motivation and encouragement from friends, boy, sister, and some of the instructors.
All the way, to my license..

:)

the place turning into history on 1st july

2011-06-30T14:02:00.001+08:00

It was another day of road searching for us again.

After a tiring day at work,

boy and I decided to head to Tanjong Pagar Railway Station.

It was walking distance from my work place.

And thanks to the rain earlier in the morning,

the clouds were beautiful today,

that gives my photos more details...

It's the 2nd last day of closure for this railway station.

And before it close,

I'm glad I managed to grab my chance to write down this memorable place into photos,

keeping them as remembrace of the next-history-in-Singapore.

While shooting, we happen to see an uncle who has gotten a shady spot at the corner of the entrace,

and started his talented drawing...

I see 'Passion' in his eyes...

my naughtiest collection: bungle

my smallest collection: swinger.

managed to catch this shot of the coming train...

Then it's home sweet home...

mind-spinning song

2011-06-29T22:49:00.002+08:00

This particular song has been replaying in my mind for the past 3 days.
It was quite hard to stop the track,
and now, I am so eager to post it here to share with you people.

If you know 张雨生，you should know that he was a talented guy who passed on due to his sickness. His great music talent is so effective that this song, that was debut on 1994, has never been forgotten and it's been re-recorded by other singers, with the memories of his talent.

I love this song. And also his talent...

I'm Back.

2011-06-21T10:24:00.000+08:00

From my Penang trip.
I have a good time spending and exploring Penang for the past 3 days.
Spent our 43rd moniversary together,
which happens to be Father's Day as well.
So we celebrated Father's Day with his dad at the same time.

Selected photos are up on FB.
Will post it here when I have the chance.
This week is gonna be busy and tight for me.

I'll be back to post sooooooooooooooon...
:)

hi penang!!

2011-06-17T20:59:00.000+08:00

Can't believing I'm leaving Sing to Penang in less than 8hrs.
Spare this few minutes to post something here before I leave.

Well, I was supposed to go Penang last August,
but a sudden news of my passed uncle,
I did not leave with the tour.

Now, I'm having my chance to visit Penang again...!!
Heard many 'Must Go' and 'Must try' from friends around me,
and they are just making me more excited for this trip.

Well, i'm not on leave or what,
just a granted 3days off over the weekend till Monday,
for this planned trip.
And Tuesday, i'm smacked back on afternoon shift...
Ayee... who cares! Enjoy first...
Gonna leave working mind at work.
Not gonna think about a bit.
I'm SOOOOOO in holiday mood.
muahahahahaha...

When there's chances for trips and getaways,
wherever i'm going, i'll be so excited about it.
It speaks clearly how a saggittarius is.
A man with horse legs...
Forever running...
Galloping non-stop...
:)

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
AAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMMMMM
SSSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOOOO
EEEEEXXXCCCCIIIITTTEEEDDDDD...!!!!!
:)

PS: it's a trip with his family once again.. yeah!!

my 2 princesses

2011-06-15T20:15:00.000+08:00

The ones who are willing to go crazy with me.

I love the way we worked, we played, and go crazy together.

I love my girls...

xoxoxoxoxo

I wonder

2011-06-14T20:18:00.001+08:00

I have been thinking... and have been wondering...

If you really dislike someone so much, why even bother to read her blog?
Why bother about what happen to her life?
Why bother about and compare so much after that?

Just keep it to yourselves.
You should know who you are... ...

MAC FOR MACRO

2011-06-11T19:21:00.000+08:00

I have not stop thinking about taking macros everytime when I have the chance.

And during these days of my free time,

all that was in my camera bag was my D5000, my Tamron 90mm macro lens, and my kit lens.

These are my collections:

Drive me crazy

2011-06-07T09:43:00.000+08:00

Somehow I got so enthusiast into driving.
I can't wait to license to drive.
I can't wait to finish up all the learning, and pass my license with just one try.

Currently was half way through stage 2.
3 more stages to go.
But I felt lack of time to learn driving everytime.

I need more time for this.
I need more time for this...
Really...

bells are ringing

2011-06-07T09:25:00.001+08:00

Alright I've got a lot of things in mind to post.
But have got no idea where to start.

Recently, boy and I have started talking about housing.
Partly due to the job he is dealing with.
Anyways, we always got so excited when we discuss about how we gonna design our flat in future.
With our floorplans, we realized we have the same idea on how we want the master bedroom to be.
Talking about the designs, how to space-safe and stuff.
And then, it leads to the topic on marriage.

Both of us have finally decided on our wedding dates.
However, we have yet to reveal them, because plannings are still in progress.
With the date of receiving our key to our little shelter as the date target,
everything will be spread out evenly for wedding photos, wedding itself, house deco, and furniture.
Friends list for our wedding is out.
But again, yet to be confirm.
Because we may have to add more people along the way during our preparations.

I'm glad many people send us greetings of congrats.
Yes, our knots are about to be tied.

Coming far from all the obstacles along the way,
we have became stronger.
We have always been there for one another,
when the other party falls.
We stay together, fighting for what we think is right for us,
and I'm glad we made it.
Proving that our love ARE stronger than all the necessary obstacles.
Learning from each other.
Guiding each other.
Indeed, maintaining a good relationship ain't easy.
Besides, I've never thought we'll come this far.
And thanks to all the nice regards from our friends and families,
it gave us much more motivation to move on.

It's like 'Can you believe Anna is getting married?'
For those who knows me well enough,
yes, I have change very very much over the past 3years.
From good to bad, and now, BETTER.
Learning being more responsible and acceptance.
Keeping up with good endurance, ( to endure his crap and nonsense everytime...)
And learning to love someone whole heartedly.

Oh, forgot to mention a thing.
'Where's my Proposal???'
It sounds kinda silly that I have not received my proposal when I'm saying all those above.
'Where's my diamond ring???'
It's the craziest thing ever!!!
It's a secret for now.
Keep reading it.
Will be revealing when it's time... ....

C:

nights.

2011-06-03T04:03:00.001+08:00

it's my second night today.
like how i wished it's already my third.
i srsly can't wait for sleeping day.
becos i've packed my off days with events.
more time with him, more time for myself.

my boy has finally completed his diploma.
Congrats to his hard work.
i know he has been working very hard.
and of course, with me at his side, giving all kinds of motivation.
and as a reward for his hard work,
i've planned to bring him to "somewhere".
alright, i shall not reveal here.
i have gonna make it a secret place for the time being.

sometimes i find it so amazing when i think through how much both of us have been through.
this long journey, indeed amazing.
and i was glad both of us pulled through the obstacles together.
there were tears, and also laughter.
there were fears, and there were trust.
there were always communication.

i never see ourselves as the perfect couple.
because i believe there are no one who totally suits another party.
you need to compromised and accept.
we fight often, over tiny wheeny thingy,
but after a while of folding arms and looked away,
we will accidentally give out that smile again.
things have never been so easy to mend.

right now, there's an obstacle coming our way.
as changes occurs,
i always finds it harder to adapt.
and i believe after previous experience,
i know how to counter the fear and insecurity in me.
i believe i'll be able to endure and pull through.
i know my boy has been working hard for our future.
making future as bright as it can ever be.

boy, work hard for it.
you've got me by your side.
guiding you through tough times.
sharing smiles during times of victory.
all the way, we go...

xoxoxo.
:)

model for bridal make-up

2011-05-30T09:54:00.002+08:00

It is a rare opportunity to be a model for somebody.

Given my looks and figure.

I know I have got bad features on my face.

The biggest problem is my eyes.

My left eyelid is double while my right lid is single.

Resulting in a big and a small eyes.

It was a biggest challenge for Shiyun for choosing me as her model.

I was asked to be her bridal model for her make up exam at Cosmoprof.

And during her trial make up on me,

we were figuring hard on how to balance up the size of my eyes.

And this were the results.

The Day Bridal Make up.

And the Night Bridal Make up.

I appreciate the effort that she spent on me.

Besides the make up, there are props, photos and costumes that were all by her own effort.

I could see a lot of hard work put in.

Knowing many people seen the different part of me,

and liking the make up,

I guess Yun, your hard work are being paid off.

I hope that you will score well in your exam.

And I've reserved you for being my make up artiste during my wedds.

That's our promise.

I guess I have learn a lot of make up techniques from here too.

I always thinks that my eyes are not suitable for eye-liner.

And that I'll look like some bimbos after thick make ups.

And those fake lashes?

Always found it a chore to mend them.

Wore them and felt like they will drop off anytime.

Maybe I should say I learnt to appreciate make-up after all the trials that I had.

Must Drink Friday

2011-05-30T09:52:00.002+08:00

So boy won another 2 pairs of tickets to FM 91.3 'Must Drink Friday'.

And last Friday,

there we were at Madarin Hotel level 36,

360 degree bar.

Together with his friends,

Max and Violet.

Theme for that day: Bollywood.

My outfit plus make-up that day.

(thanks to shiyun, for that wonderful make-up)

And Boy's outfit.

As usual, there were games.

But this time round, we did not participate.

While 4 of us were happily drinking,

a group of people join us at the table.

And this caucasian asked me for a photo.

this was the group of them.

Cool huh..

The scenery out there was fantastic.

Awesomely pretty.

I regretted not bringing my tripod,

cause this was once in a blue that I can climb to level 36 in town,

to have a good view out there.

Still, I manage to shoot a proper view from the bar.

And more games played.

Not forgetting photos taking with the deejays.

Last but not least,

Max and Violet with that Caucasian who has mixed into one.

The environment for mandarin is much better than Helipad at clark quay.

But the deejays, and games were not as fantastic and happening as previous.

I believe I will get more chance to attend MDF again.

It's awesome...

rest

2011-05-23T09:22:00.000+08:00

Can't believe I got myself falling sick again.
Catching cold right after having irritable sore throat.
And mucous have been playing tricks on me.
Accumulating and flowing down like a water tap.
Nothing to stop it from flowing.
Even Clarinase don't help me this time.

Work has been hectic lately.
Everytime not related to nursing care.
It's always about dealing with discharge issues.
And I was expected to solve it by myself.

I realised I felt easily tire at work.
Mentally tired I meant.
And always need short getaways to relieve myself.
Guess I'm still bad at stress management...

I can't wait for Penang trip coming in mid- June...

no title

2011-05-19T14:25:00.000+08:00

Had Vesak day spent with Desmond, and we went photoshooting together. Like things are moving the way I want it. Find khakis to meet up for photoshooting together. Exchange photos. And exchange tips and knowledge. And at the end of everything, we are heading for the same goal, that is to get beautiful photos.

Photos are up on FB. And I'm glad with what I've took. I see improvement in my skills, and of course, thanks to him, who guided me through. Both of us were being challenged by the low-lighted environment, and the crowded environment in the temple.

Though I still not producing fantastic photos, I know I have tried.

When we were planning our way to Fort Canning for my macro shots, I received a call from Mum stating that she needs to head to SGH A&E straightaway. She had a bad allergy over her facial and it was super edematous. It wasn't her first time having this, but it was definitely the worst one.

She was called to stay for 8hrs for further observation. And it was sum up to 1am. At 11pm, her swell didn't subside much even after steroid was given to her. She was told to carry on with another 8hrs of observing. And so Sis and I decided to leave her in hospital while we head back to get her necessities.

Took the first bus to SGH the next morning, and waited for doctors to come. They told her that she can be discharge despite the swell was actually as bad as the night before. All and all, mum was finally discharge at 12pm. But things weren't satisfied.

Sometimes I wonder why doctors shoo their patients home when the patient has not fully recover. So what if all the test results are normal. I was very disappointed with the work flow. I experienced it when I was admitted last year, and same thing happen to me as well. Guess it's time to make some change...

3.5 years

2011-05-19T13:51:00.000+08:00

It's our 42 months...

It's our 42 months...

My boyfriend's GF..

2011-05-15T12:35:00.000+08:00

My boyfriend's newest girlfriend.

The lens that I've been eyeing for.

Tamron macro 90mm, F2.8, ratio 1:1.

This pretty girl is in my hands now.

My new toys now.

And I believe my boyfriend loves her.

Believe more macro photos will be posted here more often.

That's expected.

Till then.

Friday the 13!

2011-05-15T12:29:00.000+08:00

On friday, I was on night shift. The worst night shift that I have ever worked. And unluckily, it falls on 'Friday the 13...'

Had a hectic night, having patient who had diarrhea that was like a waterfall. Never ending, never stopping.
My patient who went for venous line insertion and come back with active bleeding.
Used 2 full hours to apply manual pressure to the bleeding site which makes not much of difference in the end.
After adrenaline pack was done, everything is under control. But I had used 3/4 of my shift just to handle that case.
Not forgetting about admission.

I was worn out by 6am. Totally drained. I actually fall asleep right at the counter, and I'm glad I was not punished by having so. I guess Sis J understand why.

That morning, taking the routine bus back home. I literally slept my way to the bus interchange. Someone gimme a hard shake and I felt thankful for that. Otherwise, I might end up back to SGH the moment I open my eyes.

It was a horrible feeling. And I never want to work on Friday the 13 anymore. It's not about superstitious. Because it happens to me...

Sigh...

SUN-DAY

2011-05-08T17:34:00.000+08:00

It's sunday.
It's post General Election day.
It's mother's day.
It's last day of my leave.
It's back to working life tomorrow.

I'm super duper dread, what's not.
And I can't help it that I can't head out to celebrate mum's day with mum.
Because she insisted to work for uncle on such a lovely day.
Sigh to her sturbborness.

I've made my last min plans to catch movie with boy instead.
At least I head out.
At least I make full use of my leave.
Not wasting it by rotting myside at home,
suffering from the heat that has been circulating in the house.
It has been super humid these days,
and my body sweats the second I'm done with my shower.
It's damn scary.
Hate it.
I miss the windy and rainy days...

Afternoon shift tml, morning shift the next day, and comes 3days of nights.
And I'm receiving my weekends off again.
How great.
Alright, till then.

PS: Wanted to post things regarding the GE, but I shall lock those comments. If not, it's not going to end...

Family trip to Bangkok (2-5 May 2011)

2011-05-08T17:27:00.000+08:00

First day

We took budget tiger airbus to Suvarnabhumi Airport at 1120hrs.

I have to admit that the last time I board a plane, was when I was 3, leaving NO MEMORIES of the experience of it.

And finally, my virgin flight (yet not too virgin) , was with my family.

With Mum, Bro and sis.

I am expecting the good weather and started shooting clouds when I'm high in the sky...

Tons of Cirrus clouds. And I thought of my Geography lessons back when I was 14.

Oh! Can you see the meanders? I got so excited about it when I look down the window.

Arrived at airport, we took cabby down to our hotel apartment.
And this was the view from the hotel window.

I was super shocked at how 3rd world bangkok can be because it felt worse than Malaysia.
Or rather Malaysia seems cleaner and greener somehow.

We unpacked our luggage and head to have our lunch at 1500hrs.
First stop was at this chinese restaurant.
Anyway, for my whole trip, I did not went to any Traditional Thai Restaurant because my bro can never take spicy food. What a big waste..!!( I know).

Shopping at MBK during our first night.
And I bought my ND filter for my boyfriend. (my camera, I mean).

We went to the night streets along Siam Paragon at Siam street after MBK.
No photos taken because it was super crampy and I nearly saffocated in there.
Back to hotel after that and mark up our first day at BKK.

Day 2

It's shoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooping time.

We took a Tuk-Tuk to Platinum Mall.

And after nearly 6hrs of shopping, we had our dinner at :

We had handfuls and bagfuls of clothes and was planning to head back to hotel. However, we were told that our hotel is of walkable distance from platinum mall.
So we walked our way back.
With crazy drivers and mad-like traffic jams on roads.
Super dangerous, but we were all alive.

Bro requested to go back to MBK again on our second night, and there we went back there, and also back to the saffocation streets at Siam Streets.

Outside MBK, we heard jeers and screams, and we move into the crowds and found out.....
MUI THAI COMPETITION.

I actually took a video of it. And also multishots, to be able to see the movement of the two fighters.
More photos are in FB, as always.

For 2nd night, we ended earlier than 1st.
Due to the super tiring 6hrs of shopping at Platinum Mall, all of us were zonked zombies...

3rd and final day

It was Coronation Day at BKK during our 3rd day.
Lucky us. A public hols for all thais.
And the road in the morning was rather clear.

We took a cab to visit the biggest temple at BKK. (forgot the name of the temple)
But anyway we did not manage to enter because sis wore shorts that day, and it's prohibited.

But we never give up our trip.
We were approached by a tuk-tuk driver, we offer to bring us around BKK to see the different temple and allow us to pray to buddha.

There were 4 temples that we went. More photos in FB.
There was this particular temple that is 4-5 storey high up, and visitor has to climb up all the way to reach the enterence of the temple.
This was the view from the top.

Before we head to the airport, we went around Siam Paragon, Central Mall to do our last shopping.

Spending the last cent left in our wallets.

But still, I couldn't managed to spend all up.

Some random pictures during this trip...

I'm glad I had my trip to Thailand, BKK.

Somewhere near for eye-opener again.

And this time round, I had my chance up on plane.

And experience the horrible effect of pressure changes that causes irritable ear blocks.

We all had 3 days 3times of thai massage.

That costs us S$10 per hr per person.

Cheap like crazy, and we made it an everything MUST DO thing.

Seen how badly the streets were.

And I wonder how bad Africa could be.

And felt that S'poreans are really too pampered.

So I shall stop complaining about lifestyle from now on.

I know one day, I will head back to BKK again, and the rest of thailand as well.

It's just the matter of time.

BKK, Thailand, I'll be back.

Do wait for me.

No earthquake or whatsoever natural disaster to destroy you before I really explore you totally.

(Touchwood.)

I had an enjoyable annual leave,

with BKK trips being the most unforgettable one...

KL, Klang and Pulau Ketam trip

2011-05-08T15:12:00.000+08:00

Second event during this annual leave.

A 2D1N trip down to Malaysia.

It seems like Malaysia has become somewhere I cannot missed out during my leaves.

So this time round the venue was KL.

Together with boy and his family.

(30 April~1 May).

Pulau Ketam, also known as Crab Island.

with many visible crabs on the shore.

look at those carefree kids.

Kampong lifestyle.

I would like to experience it.

The weather was freaking humid and everyone bought the umbrella.

(it's very useful at that point of time)

The 'submarine' we took.

It was a super low boat that you can feel that you can touch the water when sticking your hands out.

And the to-and-fro ticket costs us:

went to a temple at KL,

and happen to see a bull at the grass patch, resting.

I'm amazed.

Home sweet home after that.

(Again, I'm disappointed with the outcome of my photos in BS. It turns out clear on other programs, but it looks freaking blur on BS.)

Must Drink Friday

2011-05-07T18:28:00.000+08:00

Thanks to my boy.

Who won 4 tickets to MDF from 91.3FM.

And there I had my chance to join in the fun with the deejays.

It's their once a month event,

holding venue at clubs,

and program for call-ins to win those tickets.

So this time round it was held at Clark Quay, Helipad.

With free drinks unlimited.

The event started and both of us were chosen to join them on stage to play some games.

I was being fed with lime vodka,

a big mouthful of it.

Then I was told to draw on his face.

the outcome of becoming a '小花猫'.

Next was he having to suck up the card with his mouth and blow to my mouth,

when i have to suck and drop them onto the palate.

And at the end of the competition,

WE WON!!

Bringing back $100 worth prizes.

That includes:

Pink lastest album, IXUS tatoo, 91.3fm car sticker, umbrella, U2 concert DVD, Love song collection CD)

boy and Yong Jie.

Andrea and I.

Qi, me and Guo Yang.

He spotted me shooting at him.

wahahaha...

And the DJs got Hotter...

During part of the game,

Andrea was told to be the 'Pole' for the contestants to dance and pose with a Canon Camera.

That was one of the grand prizes of that night.

And this phil got it...

Lucky her...

The dance continue, where everyone got so anticipated.

A nice experience.

My first clubbing experience.

Princesses

2011-04-28T10:00:00.001+08:00

I love them.

And it can be quite difficult for all six of us to request off on the same day for a gathering like this.

I love every of our meet ups.

I love their presence.

Because with these people around,

I not only learn better while I work,

I also have fun and felt less stress when working.

When we felt troubled,

we turned to each other to spout out those annoying happenings.

Wherever I go,

I'll remember this group of girls,

who have once came into my life and brightens it up.

P.S: And hopefully 6Princess will go back to 7Princess again..!
And we will have our full Royal Family.

[xoxoxoxoxoxoxo]

photoblog

2011-04-26T08:36:00.000+08:00

Sent in this photo for photo-blog's monthly theme.

And this month,

the theme is 'Blue'.

I'm glad many like my photo.

But blogger is making my photo turns out blur.

Don't know why.

Hope you like this photo too.