A Flat with a View v3.0

Bye for now...

2010-10-18T06:44:00.001+13:00

I decided to take a break from blogging for now. See you later alligators.

Some life equations

2010-10-16T19:35:00.000+13:00

Voucher of appreciation...

2010-10-15T21:21:00.003+13:00

I experienced something similar to the comic today. At least the director decided to "graciously" award me something more tangible for all the hard work done to make her project successful: A $4 coffee voucher from the staff cafe.

To receive such "priceless" award from the director made me very "humble" and "honour". I am still pondering on what to do with this "rare" gift. I am thinking of framing it and hang it on the wall of my office. Perhaps I should personally "thank" her for the "generous" award too. (Read my lips: FUCK OFF YOU STUPID COW!)

A thing about relationship...

2010-10-13T23:49:00.000+13:00

Relationships are not about how much love you have in the beginning, but how much love you build till the END. We don't fall in love with the package of the person, we fall in love with the INSIDE of a person.

Supercity...

2010-10-09T19:46:00.002+13:00

Oh come on. With the combined population from the suburbs, the whole metro area has only 1.4 million people and you call this place a super city??? The government, the councils and the local media certainly know how to make huge exaggerations and crown themselves with such dubious title.

Irritation...

2010-10-09T16:15:00.000+13:00

Someone said "Your environment reflects your inner self." and I decided to put it to the test. Yes and I can confirm that this is true. I have this irritation brewing deep down in my life for weeks and it is reflected back in things and people around me like a clear mirror. Everything I see, hear or touch just infuriates me at the moment.

Unions are bullies

2010-10-06T22:12:00.004+13:00

Peter Jackson is damn right: The unions are bullies. It is a pity that the government lets them run rampant in the country and holding the nation to ransom.

Annoying co-workers

2010-10-05T22:12:00.000+13:00

Frustrating...

2010-10-04T21:22:00.012+13:00

Just had a very frustrating planning meeting with the volunteer group. It is downright annoying that some people would give plenty of suggestions and yet do not implement them. It is downright irritating when they issued you "commands" and expect you to do it. It is downright frustrating when they decided to make the plans to suit their needs where they see it fit and expect you to compromise them.

GST rises to 15%

2010-10-01T01:00:00.006+13:00

On one end they give you tax cuts, then they take your money away with GST rate increase. One thing the government and the public companies done very well in this country is ripping you off. Yes, NZ is a100% pure rip off country.

Certificate of Depreciation

2010-09-28T23:09:00.000+13:00

Rice queen, potato queen and other queens - A quick guide to some gay stereotypes...

2010-09-26T21:43:00.004+13:00

Rice queen = Gay white male who prefers or exclusively dates Asian males.
Sticky rice = Asian males who prefer other Asian males.
Bean queen or Rice and bean queen = Gay white male who is primarily attracted to Hispanic and Latino males. Other variations are Other taco queen and salsa queen.
Refried beans = Hispanic and Latino men who prefer other Hispanic and Latino men.
Potato queen = A person who prefers or exclusively dates Caucasian men. Often, but not always, it is a younger Asian man who dates older white men.
Mashed potato = Caucasian men who prefer Caucasian men.
Dairy queen = A black or Hispanic male who prefers or exclusively dates Caucasian men. Also known as snow queens.
Chocolate queen = A white male who prefers or exclusively dates black men. Also known as Coal Queen or Dinge Queen.
Poutine queen = Used primarily in Canada, poutine queen refers to a gay male who is primarily attracted to French Canadian men.
Curry queen = A gay male who is attracted to East Indian men.
Hummus queen = A gay man who is attracted to Middle Eastern or Arab men.
Size queen = A gay male who prefers or exclusively dates or has sex with men who have large penises or large build.
Fruit salad = Refers to gay men who don't have a racial preference in their sex partners.

It is already hard to be a gay man. I just don't understand why the gay community would create such terms to segregate and discriminate among themselves. So much for the so called equality, acceptance and freedom...

Office relocation

2010-09-24T21:33:00.008+12:00

The bloody inmates (affectionately known as very very very irritating staff) in the mental ward (affectionately known as my department) are having a big moving day today. Their pointy hair leader (a.k.a manager) proposed a office makeover which according to him will boost the image of the department and improve staff morale.

I mean come on, with leaky roofs everywhere with no proper insulation or air circulation and top up with those stale carpets with rotten stench, it is a bloody waste of time really. Moreover, what the pointy hair leader is only moving the same old crap into different office layout. So it defeats the whole purpose anyway. All he did was diverting attention away from the real issues faced by the department. Improving the image of the department??? Unlikely. Improve staff morale??? Bollocks. Just you watch, the euphoria will not last longer than one month and they will revert to their old self again.

Thankfully I had moved out that crap hole a couple of moons ago so I do not have to deal with them and their nonsense.

Evolution

2010-09-22T22:02:00.001+12:00

It's amazing that we all started from simple organism...

Types of gay men...

2010-09-19T13:33:00.002+12:00

Lets see some of the types of gay men present today along with their counterparts from the animal kingdom.

1) The Peacock

Good looking and full of pride. Highly egoistic and often perceived to be emotional less because of the flat face they wear all the time. Have very high morals. They believe in giving enough space to their partners and expect utmost honesty in return. They have complete faith in you and believe in everything you say; try to fool around and you are nailed.

2) The Hyena

Always ready for some fun and ready to get their pray. Smooth talker; you'll often see them exchanging phone numbers with good looking guys in the office corridor and even before you wake up next morning they would have already done the 'deed' with their new pray. These guys believe in policy of 'any one will do'. Have much larger sexual repertoire than their colleagues of animal kingdom. Highly promiscuous and can sleep with anyone.

3) The Antelope

They are one of the cutest and most selfless being you'll see around. Honest, firm believer of their set of values, timid, intelligent, polite and generally monogamous. They love to get indulged in luxuries. They appreciate well articulate, sophisticated, chivalrous people. Once they are in love with you then all your worries are theirs.

4) The Guinea Pig

Almighty bless you if you are seeing a guinea pig. These type of guys are often fall under 'mamma's boy' category. They will listen to her come whatever may, and your monster-in-law will not let him get close to you. These guys are fickle minded and spineless. They may love you but will never say. However they do expect everyone around them to love them and show it as well, which is because of the insecurity they suffer from.

5) The Platypus

It's not hard to find platypus around you. This specie is most widely available and can be found at any of social spots. Often loud mouth, psychoanalytical and besides appearances (which aren't pleasing either) they love to criticize anything and everything. Have their chatoyant thoughts which they are never mortified to express, without having to examine themselves. Often swish and highly emasculate. Can be seen dressed in pink t-shirt and golden shoes. Ask them what is 'mimosa'? And they can very well write a book on it. They think no end to themselves and would often get involved in name dropping. An example: “I went on a date with Leo when I was in Italy... you know Leo aaree 'Leonardo DiCaprio' baba … don't tell me you don't know who he is. That was the most beautiful evening I ever spent...by the sea in Barcelona” (Somebody please help them with the geography Italy, Barcelona and beach all together when they are right next to Leonardo DiCaprio)

6) The Orangutan

One of my friend is an orangutan. This type of guys are often commitment types, love mischief, obedient towards their partner, pokerface. 'Well read, well bread' suites them and they are not shy to 'experiment' at times. You'd never know when they did what they did and they know to keep secrets well. Don't be amazed if they have slept with your boyfriend and still hangout around you as if nothing happened.

7) The Horse

Enthusiastic and raring to go for new ideas, opportunist, can easily leave you for someone better looking anytime. You can not afford to look like an old hag if you are in a relationship with them. If you have a horse living with you, then you better be careful and keep your eyes open. Please start taking care of yourself and join yoga, gym or anything else that you can. Horses are good dancers, so do consider taking up Latin ballroom classes.

8) The Dog

This species is on the verge of extinction. As this type of guys are most desired. They are the most committed, monogamous, humble creatures and won't shy away from long term relationships. Have good taste in arts and literature. PDA is definitely on, don't shy away just enjoy the moment. You are lucky if you have a dog. Just a word of caution, they expect same in return from you.

9) The Snail

Snails are slow steady, old fashioned, like to take their own time before they commit to you and at the same time they are biggest emotional fools. Always get hurt in the bargain. They do know how to be happy alone. Snails are good painters, cooks and fields such as yoga, meditation, tarot attract them. Most petite and humble beings. They have possibly never hurt anyone (emotionally or physically) in their lives. Just take care of them.

10) The Wolf

Wolves are also lonesome, yet happy, always looking for that someone special. But in their endless search they don't realize that they have missed many beautiful chances. These guys are perfectionists and enjoy spending quality time at most exotic, far reached places. It's very easy to be over looked by a wolf. You need to know how to make that lasting impression which will keep them glued to you. Just an advice, BE YOURSELF.

11) The Owl

Intellectual and fragile they should wear a tag around them “handle with care” its very easy to please them, it isn't hard to displease them either. Play your card safe, and be clear with words. Words matter to them a lot and one wrong choice can cost you an hour of explanation. They do take time to fall in love, so until they are deeply in love with you; 'watch your words'.

12) The Camels

Camels will accept you just as you are. Most camels have seen a lot of hardship in their lives, will never ask for much and hardly ever get angry but when they do then may God bless you. Extremely low maintenance, you let things be just as they are and they will be happy. They dislike too much of change.

13) The Snake

Snakes are protectors. Remember seeing those under nourished, skimpy clad women at the pubs with 'hulks' around them, those guys are absolute snakes. They will be by your side come whatever may, venomous for others who try to explore their territory (you). Get use to possessiveness. These types are wild in bed, so have fun and enjoy.

14) The Weaver

Workaholics who are often misunderstood to be careless and less loving. They try hard to build a home and have a family with the one they love. These guys are not very expressive, often short of words and do not believe in expressing their love. They would rather do things to demonstrate it. If you are with them, please have patience and things will be fine. Just give them time.

15) The Koala

These creatures are too stuck in their splendiferous yesteryears and they love it immensely. It's foolish to expect them to be out of their green glorious past. This doesn't mean they don't want you. When it comes to mushy talks and getting close to someone; it will be instant noodles. But how much ever you try, you'll always be compared with their ex. Will often pass comments to make you feel miserable with guilt. Mind you these comments will not be directed to you. They will be disused creations of self pity. Example: “I know I don't deserve you, you are too good for me. Only Dick (their so called ex) could understand me so well, I guess I just have to live with it. I have no complaints from you”

16) The Cestoda

Cestoda is none other than our friendly parasite who will live on you. They suck you financially, emotionally, mentally, sexually and if possible in any other manner. They just want to live off someone and if it is someone who can love them as well. Ahh What can be better? Most disgusting types. The problem is, you won't realize that you are living with a parasite until you go through something major. These guys are habituated to getting it easy. Just kick them out of your lives.

There could be combinations of these animals as well, that is the blends of these personality types. Analyse your man and share with your friends.

The Perfect Storm...not

2010-09-16T08:29:00.003+12:00

Updates:

So much for the so called "one of the largest storm". More like a whiff of light breeze to me. Those weather men can't be trusted...

Touted by the weather service as one of the largest storms on the planet, "covering an area the size of Australia" is making its landfall today. Just exactly how severe is this storm, we'll see...

Detachment

2010-09-13T21:59:00.000+12:00

Been having emotional detachment lately. Not sure whether that is good or bad. Oh well...

Empty...

2010-09-10T22:18:00.002+12:00

Mood swings...

2010-09-09T18:36:00.000+12:00

This piece reflects my mood at the moment. Someone once said to me "If you have nothing good to say, then shut up." So rather using words venting out my frustrations, I used images instead.

On processes

2010-09-08T20:03:00.000+12:00

Sounds too familiar to me and my asylum (a.k.a workplace)...

7.1 hits Christchurch

2010-09-04T17:09:00.001+12:00

Disasters strike without warning and they do not pick their victims. A couple of months ago, I was visiting Christchurch for a meeting in the mid winter and the city was all well, lively and bustling with all activities. No one would have thought that the city will be hit by a 7.1 magnitude earthquake at 4:35 am this morning and turned the place into rubble. Life can be so unpredictable sometimes.

A very pricey recipe book...

2010-08-30T16:01:00.002+12:00

With pages over than 2400, this 6 volume monster costs $USD 500 and it is available for pre-order via Barnes & Noble and Amazon. The table of contents sounds appealing to me but would I want to buy it? Probably I'll just wait and see until it comes out at the end of this year...

Afternoon nap headache...

2010-08-29T19:10:00.001+12:00

Dang....shouldn't have taken the extended afternoon nap...now I feel more worst than before...ugh...

Just another Sunday morning

2010-08-29T10:20:00.006+12:00

I never really like the pop rock band Maroon 5 until I heard this number. Of course, the cute and hot looking frontman Adam Levine certainly has a lot to do with this new found interest of mine with this group. Since then, this number has become one of those perk-me-up songs to jump start the day. :-)

Had an uneventful and pretty quiet day yesterday. Firstly, I woke up at 3 am and because I could not go to sleep, I meditated until the sun rises. After a few text messages wishing me a happy birthday, I had the whole day all by myself. I went to downtown and started off with a nice breakfast in a cafe, then I trotted off to the second hand bookshop nearby and read some books about palmistry and water colour painting. Later on, I went to another shop and had a chat or two with the shopkeers followed by one full hour of body message. By that time, I came out blissfully refreshed, I was pretty much hungry and I had Jewish schnitzel pita for lunch at the same time ogling at the cute Jewish cook. :-)

Then spent the rest of the afternoon doing some housework and petting the cuddly cat. However, when the night falls, I had this mild headache and then nosebleed. Well it did not bother me that much because I am heading to bed anyway. The whole night I did not sleep very well. By 5 this morning, I feel nauseous all of sudden and took a full glass of aloe vera juice to calm my guts. I am supposed to meet up someone to take a drive to City of Sails for some event but ended up cancelled it because I do not feel well.

And so here am I sitting here resting and listening to this number and ogling at the photos of this eye candy. Apart from that I am not going to do much else...

Pass it on...

2010-08-26T23:43:00.000+12:00