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ENFP

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Sat, 17 Aug 2013 15:59:00 +0000

Had a moment of inspiration and started to pack my room - one of my favorite "spend time w myself" activities.

And guess what I found! A Myers Briggs Type Indicator test I did:

From as far back as I can remember, I've always wanted to be an accountant because my dad was one... and wanting to be like my dad was all I wanted to be. I did accountancy at A levels, and scored a distinction. Ah ha! All the more! I must be destined to be an accountant! My parents encouraged me to apply to Melbourne University for accountancy and I was admitted. All plans were to travel to Melbourne....but for some strange reason....for no real reason....I can't even say what happened because I've no idea what happened …but I just didn't want to study accountancy after JC.

Applying to law school was a joke to the family and my friends. To myself. I've never talked or even thought of wanting to be a lawyer in my entire life. Nobody thought I'll ever be admitted. I really had (have) a bad command of the English language and that was like some kind of pre requisite of entering law school …or so the world thought. The world thought wrong obviously.

And so to law school I went n graduated. I loved law practice. Totally loved litigation. Know no other high since. Seriously.

But again, in some strange twist of life, public relations became my profession for the past decade.

And now, back to the original story....this Myers Briggs test I found...my results indicated I'm a ENFP and my own handwriting says Public Relations as one of four occupations under ENFP. And I did this test …back in JC2 days.

Fate? Destiny? Divine intervention? Whatever …it simply seems it's all meant to be.

But then again, ENFP says also "Can usually find compelling reasons for whatever they want".

Nice to know I haven't change much since JC days … :)

Hello 2012!

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 03:11:00 +0000

Hello 2012!!!!!

It is only the first 10 days of 2012….and it is already OH so exciting!!! Here is a brief summary of my exciting 2012…in typical journalistic ways…

Q. How did you start your year?

A. I was at home. As much as I was very 风心 (aka Hong Sim in hokkien) and desired to be out, I behaved and controlled myself and managed to stick to my priorities � i.e. stay home and rest. This is all thanks to Taka starting their CNY Fair before 2012. Check out www.yangyang.com.sg if you still don't know what I'm talking about. And if you still don't know what I'm talking about, it means you are only a fan, not a friend :p

Q. Who were you with at countdown?

A. I spent it with Liu Bei, Cao Cao and Zhu Ge Liang. Yes. I'm most proud that finally, at my ripe old age, I managed to complete the whole story of 三国。 It's been something I wanted to do for years…since 2000 actually..but never had the opportunity.

My favourite man is Zhu Ge Liang. I think ZGL is a most brilliant man. And silly Liu Bei should have stuck to listening to him. I'm in 2 minds as to whether Cao Cao is a good guy or bad guy. I think the producers of the show can't decide too…and portrayed him in such a way that it is very much left to the viewer to decide. I did cry when CC died…and when Liu Bei died…and when Zhang Fei died…and of course when ZGL died….ok I cry when most people die in the show.

Q. Work wise? What's "oh so exciting"?

A. We launched Way To Go, Singapore! www.waytogo.sg …ok DPM launched it. We worked on it behind the scenes.

We've been on the project for a few months…working endlessly with some great clients. Working on a nationwide outreach movement to share messages about productivity has been such a privilege. And I'll like to confirm, that DPM Tharman is very brilliant. Very.

And in case you'll like to see the press release for the above, it is here: http://www.mom.gov.sg/newsroom/Pages/PressReleasesDetail.aspx?listid=402

Q. What's up for the rest of 2012?

A. In usual Qween's fashion, I so look forward to the rest of the year, and can't wait to embrace every minute of it. I hearts my life, my lifestyle, the people around me. I'll dance through 2012...ideally to bossa nova style music. And if you really want to know about the rest of 2012…keep coming back to this page!!!!

Here's wishing you a rock and roll 2012. May the auspicious Dragon bring you great health and prosperity!!!!!!

To my dear client

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:02:00 +0000

1. No, we don’t know every journalist everywhere across the island—not that it matters. Even journalists whose weddings we were in will turn down our pitches occasionally.

2. Few things actually warrant a press release …

3. … And a creative PR professional can still brainstorm ways to achieve your goals without one.

4. Stop insisting we call the media. Most of them hate this and specifically request we contact them exclusively via email.

5. PR is not free advertising. PR is not free (or cheap), period.

6. Don’t ask us to pitch an idea and then not be available for an interview. If you want the press, we need you to be ready to talk to the media at a moment’s notice.

7. What matters most to you may be totally irrelevant to a journalist. Remember that it’s what they—not you—think is important that matters in the end.

8. Publicists cannot control the end product. It is unethical for us to ask, to see, or to proof a copy of the story beforehand, or to dictate what the reporter can and can’t say. Doing so will backfire—trust me. Anyway, the journalists will not show you.

9. Social media is more than Facebook and Twitter.

10. If you insist on running all tweets and posts past your legal department, don’t expect results from your social media strategy.

11. If a journalist says he or she is not interested in a story, that person means it. Reaching out again will further annoy the reporter and guarantee you’ll be ignored the next time.

12. Don’t measure your PR results in ad equivalency rates. Do you want to know you had $500,000 of ad equivalent value in negative press, or would you rather know 80 percent of the press you received was positive in tone and accurate in its messages?

13. Ditto for “We’re so excited/thrilled/happy” CEO quotes. Pretend you’re explaining the story to a friend over drinks, and then give us that quote.

14. There’s no need for a logo and boilerplate for anyone who so much as breathed in a room where the project was discussed.

15. PR is a process. You know who hits it big overnight with a story on the front page of Straits Times? Criminals, dead politicians and SMRT breakdowns. Do you want to be one of them?

16. You can’t “make” something go viral. That’s why it’s called “going viral.”

17. An ethical PR pro is not a spin doctor. Do not ask me to lie, spin the truth, evade the press, or hide your dirty laundry.

18. I love you. You’re my favorite client. You’re the only one I work on all day.

60 of you a week?!?!

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 17:09:00 +0000

After donkey years, I’ve finally checked into my nuffnang account to see if this blog is still alive. This is amazing!!!! This blog seems to be visited by about 60 of you a week for the past few months! Wow!!!! 60?!?!?!?! I know there’s like my sista, Jules, Fang…..who else is checking this site out????? Identify yourself to win special moments with me!!!! wahaha..

And to show my grandest appreciation, here are some photos

This was when Dylan just joined us. Big thank you to Julie for adding this bundle of joy to our lives!!

Seriously pretending to make cupcakes at Café 8. Haha….it was really sweet of Bill to allow us to make a mess of his kitchen…all for princess Jo’s birthday. Can’t imagine how drama it will be next year when she turns the big 3-0!

Haha…this is classic. This is Chris stuck in my car with so so many balloons!!!!

And this was at Alvin’s birthday, where we “make” him and force him to pose like the lady on the wall!!

Ok la…this is it for now. Identify yourself for some solo treats!

Farmer's Donkey

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:18:00 +0000

A wise story from my daddy:
FARMER’S DONKEY

One day a farmer's donkey fell down into a well. The animal cried piteously for hours as the farmer tried to figure out what to do. Finally, he decided the animal was old, and the well needed to be covered up anyway; it just wasn't worth it to retrieve the donkey.

He invited all his neighbors to come over and help him. They all grabbed a shovel and began to shovel dirt into the well. At first, the donkey realized what was happening and cried out loud. Then, to everyone's amazement he quieted down.

A few shovel loads later, the farmer finally looked down the well. He was astonished at what he saw. Witheach shovel of dirt that hit his back, the donkey was doing something amazing. He would shake it off and take a step up.

As the farmer's neighbors continued to shovel dirt on top of the animal, he would shake it off and take a step up. Pretty soon, everyone was amazed as the donkey stepped up over theedge of the well and happily trotted off!

Moral:
Life is going to shovel dirt on you, all kinds of dirt. The trick to getting out of the well is to shake it off and take a step up. Each of our troubles is a steppingstone. We can get out of the deepest wells just by not stopping, never giving up! Shake it off and take a step up.

Remember the five simple rules to be happy:

1. Free your heart from hatred - Forgive.
2. Free your mind from worries - Most never happens.
3. Live simply and appreciate what you have.
4. Give more.
5. Expect less from people and more from God.

Addicted..

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:43:00 +0000

I never knew my addiction is strong. Initially, I didn't even think about it. Just moved and did the right thing. Days dragged to weeks. Some days, I really tried very hard but no matter how much I slept, I never really felt rested. Before I knew it, it became weeks. I wake up in shock some nights. And the rare times I slept throughout the night, I wake up feeling like I never slept.

Tonight, I defied all odds and instructions. I disobeyed and ignored the warning signs. I don't care that the works are still going on. I don't care that it stinks. I'm going back to my room and sleeping on MY bed! Yes!! I'm addicted to my bed!!!!

Wedding Emcee Script

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:19:00 +0000

I've been to too many weddings as Emcee. Once, I was emcee for a friend's cousin � I therefore didn't know the bride and groom at all! I've been to so many as emcee, that I'm now the person others call for an emcee script if they are need one. So here it is. For one and all called upon by dearest friends to be wedding emcees…here it is.

[Introduction]

Good evening distinguished guests and beloved family and friends, my name is ______________ the MC for this evening. We gather today for the wedding celebrations of：

the (eldest) son of

Mr. and Mrs. _____________________________(name of Groom's parents),

Mr. _____________________________________(name of Groom)

And the (youngest) daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. ______________________________(name of Bride's parents)

Miss _____________________________________(name of Bride)

*Please always refer to the wedding invitation card for this part. Chinese families are particular.

Together with my co-MC _______________________, we hope to make this dinner reception a light-hearted and memorable one for you and the newly-weds.

各位敬爱的贵宾以及在座的所有亲朋好友大家晚上好。

我是__________________今晚的大会司仪之一，感谢大家百忙之中来参加今晚的婚宴, 与_______________________________夫妇的(长)子_______________________先生

以及_____________________________夫妇的(次)女_______________________小姐
在此我和我身旁这位漂亮小姐都希望能够呈现给大家一个温馨难忘的夜晚。

Ladies and gentlemen, please rise and join me to welcome, our stars for tonight: the beautiful bride and very handsome groom, Mr. and Mrs_______________

事不宜迟就让我们起立以最热情的掌声来欢迎今晚的男女主角 ___________________夫妇登山筵席的红地毯。有请！

And now, dinner will be served. Enjoy.
婚宴即将开始

[Video Screening]

This morning, the couple with their "brothers and sisters" went through a very exciting and memorable traditional wedding ceremony of "fetching the bride" over to the groom's place. We have prepared a short video clip highlighting the special moments from this morning. Enjoy!

今早，新郎可以说是上高上，下湖海去迎娶新娘。请大家欣赏我们即将播放的录影。

We've prepared a montage of photographs sharing the couple's growing up years and their journey together. Without further ado, here they are. Enjoy!

请大家欣赏我们即将播放的录影，关于 ______与 __________ 共度的人生片段。

[2^nd March In]

Ladies and Gentlemen, please join me with a your loudest applause as we welcome back to the banquet hall, _____________& ____________. Please remain seated.

各位贵宾，让我们再次用最热烈的掌声来欢迎，即将二度进场的新婚夫妇。

[Champagne Popping]

Let's welcome our newly weds ___________& __________to come on stage to pop the champagne!

接下来，有请我们的新人来喝交杯酒!

[Groom & Bride Speech]

The groom & bride will now like to say a few words.

现在有请我们这郎才女貌的新婚夫妇上台来为我们致感谢词。

[Ceremonial Toast]

Now ladies and gentlemen, I would like to invite the families of the bride and groom, along with the brothers from the groom side and the sisters from the bride side, up on stage for the ceremonial toast.

是的现在有请双方家属以及男方的兄弟和女方的姐妹一同上台来进行我们的敬酒仪式。　

Toast #1:

Someone said, happiness is not a destination. It is a journey. Please join me as we raise our glasses for our first toast to _____________& __________, wishing them a blissful lifelong journey together.

第一杯，是要祝贺新人，永浴爱河，永结同心，白头偕老。

Toast #2:

For the second toast, we wish our newly wed couple a bountiful harvest and to multiply in numbers!

第二杯，是要祝贺新人，好好做人，早生贵子，三年抱两。

Toast #3:

For the third toast, we would like to wish thank everyone here for joining in the celebrations, wishing all our guests great health and good fortune.

第三杯，是要祝贺在场的各位亲戚朋友，龙马精神，生意兴隆，身体健康。

[End of Dinner]

We have now come to the end of our joyous occasion. We hope that it has been a memorable evening for you and that you have shared the same blissful and happy moments with us. Wishing you a good evening and a pleasant week ahead. Bye bye!

俗话说　天下无不散之筵席　我们今晚的酒席也要圆满落幕了。再次感谢所有在座的贵宾和亲朋好友莅临我们的晚会。希望你们也和我们一样能够感受得到我们的喜悦和快乐，也祝你们身体健康，合家平安，有情人终成眷属。拜拜！

Want Less Stress? Don't be in PR

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0000

A friend sent me a link to this article:

http://www.humanresourcesonline.net/news/25919

It ranks the least stressful and most stressful professions. Interestingly, PR came in number 2 of the most stressful profession. I’m sure all my lawyer friends are going to cry “NO WAY” for not having their profession listed there under the Top 10 most stressful. Personally, I think the word “stress” is such a convenient word. People throw the word around mindlessly to explain everything, from their mood of the day, to why they are putting on weight, to why they are dropping hair, to why they are not spending enough time with their children. “Stress man…” From my primary 4 cousin to my doctor, all use the word “stress” casually.

I hate the word, simply because I think there is so little common ground in terms of its definition. What does “being stress” mean? Or what does “stressful” means? A lot of work is overworked. Challenging is another concept altogether. Not knowing how to do the work is a different thing and doing something repeatedly mindlessly means not stressful? C’mon. I think it’s all very easy to use one word – stress – to explain the magic of the world. So stressful indeed.

Top 10 least stressful professions:

1. Audiologist

2. Dietician

3. Software engineer

4. Computer programmer

5. Dental hygienist

6. Speech pathologist

7. Philosopher

8. Mathematician

9. Occupational therapist

10. Chiropractor

Top 10 most stressful professions:

1. Commercial airline pilot

2. Public relations executive

3. Senior corporate executive

4. Photojournalist

5. Newscaster

6. Advertising account executive

7. Architect

8. Stockbroker

9. Emergency medical technician

10. Real estate agent

Shit i left you behind!

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 07:10:00 +0000

My dad sent this comic to me....

This Cartoon Will Become A Classic

What is funnier is that last weekend, I borrowed daddy's car as my xiao
hei was in the workshop. Mummy then fetched daddy to his golf game at
the club.

In the evening, mummy and daddy were in the clubhouse having a drink
with their golf kakis after the golf game. Mummy was all ready to come
home, but daddy was still in his golf gear and not done cleaning up. So,
mummy told daddy she'll go back first since they are both driving.

Mum came home wondering how come daddy managed to get home earlier then
she did!

Dad finished bathing and started searching for his car keys. SHUCKS! His
car keys are nowhere to be found! Oh no! Oh, until mummy calls to say
"Shit! I left you behind."

This makes the above comic strip very relevant to us now. Hiaks!

Soft Rain

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 09:31:00 +0000

I love the rain when it falls softly from the skies.

It has been a fantabulous 2011 so far. Sales at Yangyang were brisk and good. Everyone at home is healthy and happy. Work at Aprw has been steady and growing. I'll welcome a new godson this year and that's bringing about a growing excitement. An old friend turned up after 5 years with renewed friendship. All looks set for a fantabulous year!

Difference Between Complete & Finished

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 08:12:00 +0000

People say there is no difference between COMPLETE & FINISHED. . but
there is:

When you marry the right one, you are COMPLETE....

And when you marry the wrong one, you are FINISHED.....

And when the right one catches you with the wrong one, you are ...

COMPLETELY FINISHED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SO...ARE YOU FINISH OR COMPLETE?

Juggling

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 08:10:00 +0000

Imagine life as a game in which you are juggling some five balls in the air. They are Work, Family, Health, Friends and Spirit and you’re keeping all of these in the air.

You will soon understand that work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back.

But the other four balls – Family, Health, Friends and Spirit – are made of glass.

If you drop one of these, they will irrevocably be scuffed, marked, damaged or even shattered. They will never be the same. You must understand that and strive for it.

So, my friend, work efficiently during office hours and leave on time. Don’t keep work on your mind constantly. Give the required time to your family. Enjoy yourself with your friends. Have personal time to yourself. Have proper rest.

Random Freedom

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 21:43:00 +0000

When I said I was going to Jakarta for the first time, my old school friends insisted I've been to Jakarta..apparently for a history trip in secondary school. Really? I can't remember.

Its amazing what stays in my mind, and what gets stacked up to collect dust in some unexplored territory in my little brain.

And so a trip to Jakarta I took. To support little cousin for the 4th ASEAN Primary School Sports Olympiad. All the badminton watching over 4 days made me convince a friend to book a court and start playing badminton with me this month.

Watching young children battle it out on the court. Ignorant of the pressure hanging over their parents' faces. Not intimidated by a taller and bigger opponent. Forgetting the roars from the crowd. Dashing from one corner to the other...focused...to catch every shot.

Some nights, when its dark and warm, the skies stir gently. And soft rain falls upon the earth. It makes a beautiful sound against my windows. Pulling over my thick blanket. I feel warm and at peace with the world. That's when I smile in the "oh I'm so wise" manner. Turn my ipod on. And play Charlie Sneller's "Jesus loves me" on repeat mode.

Why be insistent on finding the meaning behind everything in life?

Random freedom, my friend.

:)

Where To Find Your Perfect Partner - 12 Top Firm

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 07:24:00 +0000

This email i got from my bro is so hilarious. Of course my friend the Ps disagreed – wife-to-be insist that her husband-to-be is more exciting than watching paint dry. So here it is for sharing purposes. Go search now!

We've called in the services of Ivana Takitall, author of the best-selling 'Bankers, Bonuses & Big Divorce Settlements', who has agreed to rate 12 top financial markets firms in terms of how likely they are to provide single females with their perfect partner.

First off, though, some general advice from Ivana. 'A single female needs to be very careful when dating someone successful in the financial markets. Often, traders or bankers can be on the look-out for trophy wives, and regard dating, or indeed marriage, as a transaction. There can clearly be significant downsides involved here, although a big financial settlement will cushion the blow. But never sign a pre-nup', she cautions.

'You also need to look out for the predators out there, who will simply see you as a 'bed-down' challenge. Give in before they are hooked, and you will never see them again', Ivana continues, 'And be careful about the bankers who are charming, exceedingly good looking and appear too good to be true - they are probably gay'.

Here are Ivana's thoughts on the top firms
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Keep to the guys who are based in the main financial centers, as the others can be a little rough around the edges. If you are looking for a life-long commitment, then these guys are generally not your best bet. The Merrill set, in particular, have been known to stray. Relationships can be very intense, yet of relatively short duration. These guys often have low boredom thresholds.

Barclays Capital
These guys are pretty smart, and are usually quite happy to splash their cash, bearing in mind uncle Bob Diamond is always happy to dish out big bonuses each year-end. Be a little careful, however, especially with the bankers who came over from Lehman - some of those guys had a lot of their net worth invested in that firm, and aren't now as well off as you might expect.

Citi
Those Citi boys are really quite a decent lot. Your mother would like them. They are generally respectful and are into commitment. You'll know where you stand. The only downside, however, is that they can be boringly conventional.

Commerzbank
If going out with a 'jack-the-lad' type appeals to you, then you should probably go hunting at Commerzbank. These guys might not earn the most money, but generally they have great sense of humours and enjoy a good night out. The downside is that your Commerzbank man might well prefer to be at Upton Park or Stamford Bridge, rather than at home having a romantic evening in with you.

Credit Suisse
Family men. Dull, but worthy. If it's a secure home and quiet family life you want, go fishing in the Credit Suisse pool. But it may be more exciting watching paint dry.

Deutsche Bank
Cool, polished, and debonair. Deutsche Bank man has the look (and feel) of James Bond about him - except the guys from Essex. In fact, you are probably better off searching out an Italian or US soulmate from the German bank (the place is full of them). It might take you a little longer to reel them in, but it will be worth it. And Italian bankers from Deutsche make the best lovers.

Goldman Sachs
What can you say about Gold man ? If you can bag him, you are in a no lose situation, although he is generally cautious, and wary of ladies who might see him as a meal ticket (which he is). And remember, those canny Goldman types always hedge their risks, so they probably have stashes of cash secreted away, and you'll never find out how much they are truly worth (and neither will your lawyer!).

Jefferies & Co
The firm might be a relatively small one, but these guys aren't small in any way. Generally tall and imposing, they are casual yet sophisticated. Many have huge packages (they do well at bonus time too). Intelligent and high-minded, the only downside is that they can be a little intimidating for a girl on the make.

JPMorgan
Imagine a firm full of little Jamie Dimons. Exquisite. OK, so there are a few Tesco Tonys (and Willy Wal-Marts) scattered around the firm, but JPMorgan men are the guys that will generally sweep you off your feet. If you are playing for keeps, look no further than Jamie's finest - each built in his image, and comes with a money-back guarantee!

Morgan Stanley
If you find a Morgan Stanley banker who is rich, free and single, you'll need to snap him up quickly. Girls put their names down early for these White Shoe boys. But be careful - you will have to pass the 'Mummy' test on both counts - you'll need to come from good stock to gain the approval of the family, and be made of stern stuff yourself, as babies are likely to come off the production line in quick succession following marriage.

Societe Generale
A glint in the eye, a warm French smile. Oodles of charm and fantastic sex. But your SocGen dream man will probably turn out to be happily married too.

UBS
Surprisingly adventurous and open-minded, UBS soulmates are generally good fun to be with. You'll need to be selective, however, as they are a mixed bunch. Keep away from the ones who might be into leather and latex though (unless that's really your thing).

Beautiful JZG!

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:47:00 +0000

Have to re-post this because the last one somehow didn’t work out. Guess it’s because i tried to post it from China. So abit late but here are the beautiful JZG photos. And just to give you incentive for coming back to this blog, there are more photos here than in facebook. How about that, my dear blog fans! Seee i treat you all SO good!

Also, many have requested for the song to be posted on this blog. But i’m not so clever. I don’t know how to do that. :p

If you are very clever and want to hear the song, please first teach me how to put up the mp3. Thanks!

Someone

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 11:02:00 +0000

Recently, I met a new friend. This new friend is some professional musician kinda person…as in she writes music, plays music, arranges music and her latest project is being some music director for a musical. Yah, you get the drift. You know me..I’m full of myself. So when you allow me to meet a professional musician, what do I say? “I also know music!”.

So there I was, showing off to new friend. Piano? I know. Sing? I did. I still do! In Shanghai Dolly no less..haha. Compose music? Aiyah…please lah…my composition come out CD one ok! Really?

That started a when why how what kinda thing from all round. So I proudly shared how back when I was in JC, I took part in some song writing contest. Well my song did not win first, second or third prize. BUT it got selected to be part of the CD they cut. And in fact, recently, the National Library Board emailed me (amazingly after so many years they found me at my work email address!) and asked me for permission requesting for copyright clearances for the song as they intent to archive and digitise Singapore composed music. Don’t play play!!!! That’s like MY song lah!

New Friend: Oh, is that for the Children’s Society song-writing competition?

Me: OMG! Yes! How did you know???

NF: I took part too..I was in Secondary school then…and I won first prize.

Me: ……

Muahahaha….irritating right?! So that’s why I didn’t win!! Well, NF found the CD amazingly, and ripped it and sent me the MP3 of my song – Someone. I just listened to it again. I am convinced once again…that I am sooooo talented. *grins

Chap Chai Rice

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 04:13:00 +0000

‎1 curry, 1 veg 1 egg and soup
haha
N 1 fish
‎if me i just buy u one chap chai rice

Shinji By Kanesaka

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:40:00 +0000

Spreading the word about a new restaurant opened by a friend – SHINJI BY KANESAKA. Helmed by a top chef – Japanese sushi master Shinji Kanesaka, whose restaurant in Japan has earned two Michelin stars. The restaurant is at Raffles Hotel.

Quoting ST’s Wong Ah Yoke, “Dining there, one can easily imagine oneself in Tokyo because so much attention has been paid to ensure the experience is as authentic as possible to a traditional Japanese sushi restaurant. It is not only that the fish comes from Tokyo’s famous Tsukiji market…but it is also all the other details such as the interiors of the restaurant that include a counter carved from the trunk of a Japanese cypress tree and a ceiling covered in traditional hand-woven latticework.”

The two sushi counters and two private rooms seats a total of 42 people. Shinji only offers an omakase menu, which means the chef customizes a selection of items for each day’s guests based on the best ingredients available. The only choices are the number of items you want to eat, with corresponding prices.

Lunch ranges from $75 to $180. Dinner ranges from $220 to $450.

Website: http://shinjibykanesaka.com

I’ve yet to try it..but aim to do so soon!

Lunarin

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:58:00 +0000

My dear friends from Lunarin is back after taking a 4 yrs break. Armed with a brand new brilliant album, all self written self composed self recorded all, they are set to rock the local music scene! And if u read about them in newspapers, magazines or watch them on CNA..its becuz I am their unofficial publicist! Haha..

Here they are performing at Home Club tonight..

Love in Disguise

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:31:00 +0000

The plan was to support Irene Ang and catch Phua Chu Kang the movie. But got distracted by Hom...

10 reasons why Love in Disguise was most enjoyable:

1. Simple plot. No need to analyse, no need to piece parts of story together, no need to discuss at length whether the top stopped spinning or not.

2. Fantastic music. My kind of music. Nice balance of songs such that it doesn't seem too much like an mtv or "musical-wanna-be". Perfect movie music in my opinion

3. Funny. Laugh out loud kinda funny. Not too cheesy, yet not your too much wit type. No need to be gifted to get the joke one. I laughed out loud several times during the movie.

4. Cinderella ending. Lovely. Highly recommended for all women who fall under the broad category of "once upon a time dream that Dao Ming Si will surely fall in love with ME when he glanced up at ME at my turn during the meet-the-fans & autograph session at Bishan."

5. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. The angle of the camera during key romantic parts if the movie had the audience "stand in the position of the female lead" type. Which means visually, it felt like he's leaning forward to kiss you. It got to the stage where he was going to kiss the female lead, one can hear a chorus of murmurs across the movie theatre going "nooooo..." Or "bu yao bu yao!"

6. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong.

7. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong.

8. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong.

9. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong.

10. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong. Wang Li Hong.

I highly recommend! :)
But of coz, do catch phua chu kang too!

Finally…Photos Uploaded!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:47:00 +0000

As usual…the spur of a moment overtook me and I’m now the not-so-proud owner of a MacBook. Why not so proud? Because I’ve had so much difficulties using it this afternoon, I was close to throwing it into the swimming pool. It doesn’t help that the man who is supposed to help me with it is up in KL… argh!!! But one good thing is that it pushed me to download photographs due for downloading since last year!!! So here is a spread of some photos! :)

We went to watch Broadway Beng…last year…haha…

The September Birthdays Celebration…last year…haha…

Ah…this one is recent! Grannie went to support PHUA CHU KANG the MOvie!!! GO WATCH!! Going onto the big screen this month!!!!

The love of our lives convocated!

I take the nicest photographs sometimes…*no shame

For those of you who’ve not seen my joel for a while…here he is all grown up!

Another handsome one from the family…getting ang baos for finishing O levels!

The SGNs went to BALI!

And recently, we did a HAPPY BIRTHDAY Andy!!!

Phews…that is all for now…until i figure out that silly laptop i just bought…

The World Awaits...

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:35:00 +0000

My dear brudder, at the convocation ceremony!! Yeah!!! Indeed...the
world awaits.

Friendster Closed

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 03:55:00 +0000

I've not logged into my Friendster account for the longest time. Like we are probably talking about a year or so. And I'm massively bombarded with loads of emails from Friendster reminding me about birthdays or new messages. I've had thoughts of closing my friendster account for the longest time. And the only reason why I kept the account alive, was to remember Damien.

I knew Damien from the hostel at NUS. He was one of the sweetest boy around. He was a good friend, one who introduced me to the gym and encouraged me to visit the gym with him. One who always made time to touch base after we started work and once a month we would go for a beer together and bitch about the world. One day, Damien fell asleep and never woke up. And I realise that our friendship is only materialised by a testimonial Damien left on my friendster page in 2003. Of course he's always in very good memories. But this testimonial remains as the only reason why I still kept my friendster account all these years.

I'm killing my friendster account afterall. And so here, I repeat the testimonial Damien left for me..so that it will be on this page from henceforth.

DamienNov 4 2003, 01:46 AM

OHMYGOD! This is one testimonial I SOOO
have to write. The first time I met
PeiLin (which was definitely NOT the
first time I'd seen her, who could miss
this woman???), I was petrified of her!
YES, PETRIFIED! With her pink, or
purple, or maroon, or whatever hair
colour she had at that time, and her
Hello Kitty pyjamas on ... believe me,
she was a mean sight to behold! And
that voice, not very loud, but no
mistaking when she's talking to you!
YES, YOU, I'M TALKING TO YOU! And she's
always so demanding! Come and meet me
NOW, do this THIS way!, WHAT DO YOU
MEAN YOU CAN'T MAKE IT? I've lost track
of the number of times she's psychoed
me into doing things I was so adamantly
refusing to do barely 10 mins prior! I
never did go to that funfair at
Fairfield Methodist for which I bought
$50 worth of tickets for, and I still
have the tickets to prove it!! That
being said, WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING
AS A LEAGLE EAGLE? This woman should SO
be in sales! Then the Singapore economy
would have nothing to worry about! (Ps -
I've sent in your details to the EDB,
and they'll be contacting you shortly!)

Jokes aside, my life is alot better for
know this fantastic gal (I think!).
She's a wonderful, funny, entertaining,
generous friend ... and I'm only saying
that in case I need legal advice in the
future (knock on wood!).

Okay PeiLin, I wrote a fantastic
testimonial like you asked me too, so
where's my lunch treat?

It's Family Day Out!

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Mon, 24 May 2010 05:17:00 +0000

National Family Celebrations is back in 2010 with a real power pack movement - the Singapore Family Pledge Movement. In short, make your own family pledge. And you could stand a chance to win tickets and prizes! Best right? Well, to make your own family pledge, go to www.nfc.sg

I pledge to be have more patience for my family.

Mummy commented over dinner 2 weeks ago, that grandma asked her why people who do business become less patient. Why the question? According to mummy, grandma cited me as an example. I guess having less patience has very little with doing business. For myself, it is alot about having been through more in life, that as we grow older, we have less patience for alot of things. We feel that we worked hard and therefore, for some things, we think that we deserve it. For others, we feel that we do not need to put up with it. Be it a lack of service when we are at a restaurant; a vendor who did not send out the email that was meant to be sent out; the friend who is late for lunch; a colleague who did not complete the project report.

Yet, it is not true that we completely are without patience. We continue to have patience for our bosses and our clients. So, it means we have less patience, and we reserve this little bit of patience that we have for what we define as absolutely necessary - surely I can't scream at my clients for forgetting to send me the email they are supposed to. Surely not. Clients can change appointments 3 times, all last minute. But if a sibling cancel on dinner, that is it. Too much. Ok, i think you get my idea.

So ok, i pledge. I pledge to be more patient. Ideally, it should not be borrowed patience from whatever little is left in my bank. Instead, I pledge to create more patience. So that there is more to be shared around. :)

Oh and Family Day Out is on 29th May! Make plans with your family now! - I have no plans with my family. I can't, because i'll have to work the entire day that day. But yea, i can make it up another day! :)

NATIONAL FAMILY CELEBRATIONS 2010 (NFC 2010)

Organised by the National Family Council, National Family Celebrations is an annual event which celebrates and reinforces the importance of families and family life. This year, Singaporeans are encouraged to make a personal commitment to their families by being a part of the Singapore Family Pledge Movement.

To provide opportunities for Singaporeans to follow through on the pledges to their families, there are a myriad of activities under the NFC 2010 calendar – which will interest the young, the old, and everyone in between! NFC 2010 will be held from 25 May to 26 June 2010, and this year marks the 25^th Anniversary of the Celebrations. For more information on NFC 2010, visit www.nfc.sg

You're such a special Sister

noreply@blogger.com (Qween) — Sun, 23 May 2010 12:47:00 +0000

Unpacked an old box..and found a card someone gave me a long time ago. I'll like to return her the same words today. :)

You're my sister and I love you,

that's the way it's meant to be,

but because you are my friend as well

you mean much more to me.

For you are very special

and I'd be lost, it's true,

if I didn't have you in my life

helping me get through.

I know you'll always be there

at any time of day,

to listen and to understand

in your own special way...

I feel so lucky you're my sister

and I really hope you know

you'll have a special place within my heard

wherever we may go.