The Tings

The Muppets: Bohemian Rhapsody

2009-11-26T01:51:00.005+08:00

Karaoke Fail!

2009-10-14T19:54:00.000+08:00

Very Painful to watch but very funny!!!

Wonders of Facebook!

2009-08-24T23:47:00.001+08:00

facebook_oops

Read the post. Pretty Funny.

Callum & Emerlyn

2009-08-15T15:14:00.000+08:00

Callum & Emerlyn

Nicolas and Shirley with 14mths old Emerlyn came and visit us today! Callum displayed some new behaviour, he wanted to stand beside Emerlyn, something which he never do with others (not even his parents).

Emerlyn and Callum also hugged each other, something which Emerlyn has never do. Alot of first today!

Thanks Great World!

2008-02-02T02:47:00.000+08:00

3 Months have come and gone just like that ........... still remember the first day we set up shop at Great World. With much sadness after tons of fun and laughter with our new found friends, we have decided to pack up and move to else where.

As promised in my previous post, the little secret that i have been keeping, we have found a little shop space to call our own at Holland Village!! We feel like new parents all over again. Hopes that we have for this little space of ours, stuff that we aspire to do with it. More on that in another post.

But for now, a little tribute to the following people who made our 3 months at Great World a blast!

Ngoc

From Left To Right: Denise, Suki, Abigail & Joey

From Left To Right: Emily, Sam & Bill

Yanti

Grace

Yi Ying

Wynn

Alex

Callum at Month 13

2008-01-13T17:03:00.000+08:00

Callum at month 13. He is wearing our latest product,
Natural Baltic Amber Teething Necklace.
(Traditional aid to help sooth teething pains)

Happy New Year

2008-01-02T17:13:00.000+08:00

Gosh! Has it been a year already?!

After realising that another year has passed, i got to thinking and got a set of mixed emotions embracing the new year. I have to admit that so much has happened in 2007 for me.

1) Pat & me moved out of my in-law's place
2) Baby Callum came along
3) I started a business with Pat
4) I learnt the hard way that Pat and Baby Callum are the most important things in my life.
(Simply because they are the only people there when i'm down and out, they have seen me in my ugliest days. Despite all that, they still love me for me)
5) I had my first full body health screening. Do not take your health for granted! (Nerve wrecking is an understatement. Losing sleeping thinking of what my report brings. Thank goodness i am medically certified HEALTHY! :))

I hope for Forward, Positivity, Good Health and Happiness in the new year.
I need to have more guts to speak my mind and make myself heard and be more patient with Pat and Baby Callum.

Good Luck and Good Health People!

Remember: Love The Earth, There Is Only One.

Something Exciting!

2007-12-17T16:51:00.000+08:00

Hi Everybody!

Been awhile since we last posted something on the blog.
(Hey come on! Not like it has never happened before.)

In a flash, it's coming to 2 months since our first day here at Great World City.
It has been tiring (especially for baby Callum) and a trying experience.
The mad rush to get everyone out of the house in the morning, the whole family getting stomach flu along the way and recovered and long hours stuck at Great World City and falling sick AGAIN and recovered.

Phew!

Nice to see some familiar faces during our time there. Really appreciate your time and support cos it just perks up the dull moments there at the pushcart. For those of you peeps who have not made your way down (you know who you are!) you have another month to do so.

We will be extending our time at Great World City for one last month till the end of January.
Then something exciting happening for Pat and me! :)
More of that in the next post (hopefully soon .... *keeping fingers crossed*)

Remember people: LOVE THE EARTH!

P/s: I'm not pregnant! Just in case some of you are wondering .....

Old Aston Martin

2007-12-03T15:00:00.000+08:00

Spotted this old Aston Martin at Tan Boon Liat Building, the road towards Great World City. Very nice car but it looks like its being abandon, if not, definitely neglected. Such a waste.

Happy First Birthday!

2007-12-02T04:06:00.000+08:00

Our Birthday Boy.
(Technically turning 1 tomorrow)

As we are also celebrating Audrey's Grandma (which she brought forward so that we can celebrate together), we split Callum's birthday celebration into 2 sessions. The first was at Zenden, Gallery Hotel. Unfortunately, Callum fell asleep before his cake cutting, so we use a brownie as make-shift cake (when he woke).

Our family photo.

Callum's loot from day party. Thanks!

Session 2! Celebration of Audrey's Grandma 80th (Chinese) Birthday.

Another cake for Callum!
It's Thomas the train, thanks to Grand Uncle Peter.

More Loot for Callum. Thanks again!

Pls Do Not Disturb

2007-11-30T14:51:00.000+08:00

This cat recently made herself comfortable at the pub downstairs of us. Pampered by the pub owner and its patrons, this cat sure seems to enjoy her life now. I spotted her taking an afternoon nap on one of the pub's table. She sure looks comfortable, sleeping so soundly... *envious*

Like My Haircut?

2007-11-29T15:49:00.000+08:00

All of us went for a haircut today, seems like William (our hair stylist) might be a little trigger happy with Callum's hair. He cut Callum's hair a little too much in front for our liking.

We Are At Great World City!

2007-11-09T21:09:00.000+08:00

Hi Peeps!

Those of you reading this blog now, we are currently at Great World City, pimping ourselves to make some milk money for baby Callum.

We're located at level 3 in front of GV Great World, beside Vientai. Shop name: Love For Earth.
Kindly come down and show some love or just say hi.

Seeya!

Fries Anyone?

2007-11-09T20:42:00.000+08:00

Would you still eat McDonald's Fries after watching this?

Hmm.. Would you like fries with that? Upsize me please!

Audrey and Callum

2007-10-21T14:59:00.000+08:00

Audrey and Callum

Best of Both Worlds?

2007-10-06T14:11:00.000+08:00

Came across this at Toy r Us at Suntec City. I can't resist but to take a photo of it. I was like, duh, why would they even try to make something like that??!!! It's a Star War figurine that can transform (like Transformer). To me, that is blasphemy!!! It's total CRAP! And its just a lousy gimmick to try to earn money!!

Ultraman Engine Oil?

2007-09-14T16:24:00.001+08:00

Went to my regular mechanic today and I saw this product on his shelves. I was like, WTF??? Ultraman Engine Oil? Whatever prompted those Japanese to put Ultraman on their engine oil packaging??

I wonder if there is no sun, will the engine oil still work? Hmmm..

Bad Maintenance of Baby Care Room

2007-09-13T16:48:00.000+08:00

Spotted at BHG Departmental Store (Formerly Seiyu) at Bugis Junction. Tiny Cockroaches running everywhere!! I was washing Callum's face towel at the sink and I saw almost 10 roaches! I have feedbacked to the sales staff and she just said, ok I will call the cleaners. Maybe she thought is a dead cockroach. Sigh. Hope they solve this pest problem soon.

Callum at 9 Months Old

2007-09-11T16:58:00.000+08:00

September 11, the day that the world remembers the attack on America's Twin Towers. It has been 6 years since then. However, for us, its also Audrey's brother birthday. And we are invited for this birthday dinner (just family) at Prego. Dinner includes seafood salad, buffalo mozzarella, calamari, pizza, pasta, soup, freshly baked bread and creme brulee. Food was great but somehow it seems to be a pale shade of what they used to serve.

For anyone who wish to spend their birthday there, please call them in advance and they will prepare a complimentry cake. Do not bring your own, they won't let you eat it there!!

More Teeth Coming!

2007-08-28T01:34:00.000+08:00

Callum has been behaving quite edgy for the last few days and we were suspecting that he might be teething. Lo and Behold! We are able to see his top tooth coming. Strangely, we can only see 1 tooth. (Click on picture to see enlarged version) Hopefully the other tooth on the top will come out soon, if not, it would be so strange to have only one upper tooth...

High Tech Expresseway

2007-08-13T14:14:00.000+08:00

Nowsdays, everything is so high-tech. Even expressway in Singapore also got dedicated websites. A highly interactive flash site to follow the creation of Kallang / Paya Lebar Expressway.

Check out their website: http://www.kpeunderground.com.sg/

Callum at Month 8

2007-08-10T17:04:00.000+08:00

Callum has turned 8 months old! He hasn't grow his upper 2 teeth yet but he has learned to pull himself up to a standing position by holding on to something. Once he is up, he doesn't know how to get down! So he will just stand there and start smiling or laughing happily until he fall backwards which leads to loud wailing.

Happy Birthday Singapore!

2007-08-10T14:23:00.000+08:00

Happy 42th Birthday Singapore!

2007-07-28T17:16:00.000+08:00

Weather has been cold lately as the rain continues to pour. Callum got the chance to wear an overall which surprisingly, I think he looks very cute in it. Think so?

eBlackBoard @ Bedok

2007-07-09T13:14:00.000+08:00

Finally got the chance to try this friendly neighbourhood western restaurant, eBlackboard. We have been wanting to eat there since we saw the program on Channel 8.

eBlackboard @ Bedok and our serving of calamari. Calarmari is big and thick but I personally think the batter is too thick.

My order of BB Burger, 300g of meat!! It's huge. I think the patty is a little dry, but the buns are nice. Come with some fresh veg and serving of tuscan fries. Fries portion also quite generous but get a bit salty after awhile. Seasoning Overload!!!

Audrey's order of Famous Cajun Chicken. I think her food tasted better. Chicken is tender and the sauce is quite nice (BBQ Sauce with a tinge of pineapple). Side dishes are tuscan fries and colesaw.

Amelie @ 1 Year Old

2007-07-08T13:52:00.000+08:00

It's Amelie's 1 year old birthday party! We arrived late as we were at my friend's daughter's first month celebration. So, by the time we arrived, everyone is nicely fed and watered. Shortly after our dinner, its time for birthday cake!

Here is the birthday girl, Amelie sitting in front of her cake.

Time to blow candles!

After all food, drinks and cake, its down to some "serious" reading.

Vernette @ 1 Month

2007-07-08T13:42:00.000+08:00

We were invited to Alvin's daughter 1 month old celebration.
Introducing Vernette...

Congrats Alvin, hope you will enjoy times with your little princess.
Now, we are off to another little girl birthday celebration.

Good Nuff for Model, Yah?

2007-07-08T10:36:00.000+08:00

Here are some pictures of Callum with his new Gap Onesie. We got this from Gap Online as its not available locally, this is one of the (RED) product from Gap in support of AIDS victims.
Read more here: (RED)

Cute or not? Can be model?

Callum's Passport

2007-07-06T10:06:00.000+08:00

Got an email today from ICA telling me that Callum passport is ready for collection, but have to collect with the passport with Callum in person. So with Callum in tow, we headed to ICA building at Lavender.

I alway detest coming to this place as the parking is totally crap! I have to circle around the carpark and finally settle down to wait at one spot. After a period of waiting, I finally able to get a lot. Put a parking coupon and off I went to collect his passport.

Collected his passport after 30 mins wait, there were 35 people in front of us, so its not too bad. Callum got the latest passport with BioPass, wonder what the heck does that do.... anyway, here is an image of his passport.

His picture was taken by me and crop to portion.
Here is the cropped version:

In order to get this picture, I took over 90 pictures!!!
Here is a collection of him, and that's only half of it.

Callum First Tooth

2007-07-04T10:21:00.000+08:00

Callum is teething!
No wonder he is so grouchy these days. We discovered it last Friday but only managed to get a picture of it today. He was crying to be fed, so I thought it will be a perfect time to take picture of his tiny teeth.

Here is a up-close picture:

After drinking his milk, he is all happy and acting cute!

IPPT

2007-06-21T09:38:00.000+08:00

Sigh... Another dreadful time for me.
It's time for my IPPT test, one of my nemeses, as I have only passed once ever since I left army!

So when its time, I dragged myself to Maju Camp for my test. After going through the "security" check which basically checked if your mobile phone has a camera (*nevermind the bomb in the boot*), I was able to enter into the camp and in-process for the IPPT test.

Soon, the impending doom looms. We proceed to the multi-purpose hall for the test. It turns out that there is a new system in place. All IPPT stations are replaced by machine (with PTIs supervising, of course) and you are able to choose which station to go first!!

So I started out with Shuttle run as its the nearest to me, that was a piece of cake. :) Next was standing broad jump which sadly, I can only managed a pass (too much fat to lug). Then my first hurdle, the chin-up bar. Surprisingly, I managed to pass the chin-up! That really boosted my morale. So I proceed to my last station which is the sit-up. I was fairly confident that I was able to get high score but I was disappointed. Guess my tummy really grow over time. Nevertheless, I managed to pass but not the desired result.

Now, its judgement time. Its the 2.4Km run. After sitting around, doing some stretching, its finally time for the run. I started the run with this older guy ahead of me, so I decided to run behind him. After 1 lap, I was still behind him and doing good time... took me under 4mins to do one run (3 laps in total). When I enter the second lap, I can feel all the fatigue setting in, my steps are getting smaller and feels alot heavier... and still, I am behind this older guy... Starting the third lap, my eyes are getting blurry and I am grasping for air but I told myself, this the final lap and push and push.... and this is the result....

I passed!!! Woohoo!! No more IPPT test until next birthday.
Doh! That's just a few days away! Sigh. Guess I will be back in Maju camp soon enough.

Hot Baby!

2007-06-19T10:20:00.000+08:00

Poor boy developed a fever last night. Put him in bed but he doesn't seem to sleep well... keeps having suddenly jolts and starts crying. After a couple of sudden cries, we realised that his body was pretty warm... and I took his temperature, it's at a high of 39.5 degree Celsius!! We got a shock and quickly pasted a cooling pad on his head. We also tried giving his water which he rejects... I even drove out to get glucose but he still refuses to drink. But for a kid who was having fever, he sure seemed happy.

Early next morning, we took him to see his regular doctor but it seems like his fever has gone down to under 38. Nonetheless, we think it's better to get it checked out. Turns out that its nothing serious, but we have to monitor him for the next 4 days for any signs of rashes which means it could be dengue... *shudders* *cross fingers*

Rainbows!

2007-06-15T17:25:00.000+08:00

Saw some rainbows as I was driving back home.
Think this is the first time I ever see 2 rainbows together (the other rainbow is not that obvious). Click on picture for larger size picture.

A clearer picture of rainbow but just one rainbow.

Inappropriate but so cute!!

2007-06-06T12:32:00.000+08:00

Check out this video.
The little girl name is Pearl, she is so cute in this video, co-starring with Will Ferrell. They taught her to swear but fortunately, she is too young to remember those words. Also check out the out-takes on their website.

The Landlord

Also check out a very pregnant Jenna Elfman (Spoof) video where she plays street basketball. Hilarious!

Source: FunnyOrDie

Callum First Solid Food

2007-06-04T13:51:00.000+08:00

This is our first real attempt of feeding Callum Solid food. Here is Callum sitting in his high chair for the first time. He seems quite happy with his chair.

Here is mummy making Callum's rice Cereal.

Callum eating his first solids.

Here is a video of him eating his Earth's Best Organic Rice Cereal.

Callum First Attempt at Solid

2007-06-03T14:25:00.000+08:00

Callum turns 6 months old today!
Yay! Its time that he can try solid food.

Obviously, I am not very good with this baby toothie thing. We went to Great World City and got him some Bellamy's Organic Toothiepegs from Four Season Market. As he is starting to put things into his mouth to chew, we thought can give him some food to chew on....

I thought that these toothiepegs would be soft or at least slowly dissolve, but how wrong I was. These things are hard!!! It took us some effort to bite it off... so obviously, toothless Callum won't be able to break it at all, but he seems to like it though. Here is a video of him chewing on those pegs.

Vesak Day

2007-06-01T11:27:00.000+08:00

Happy Vesak Day !
Hmm... should you be greeting people with "Happy Vesak Day"???
Oh well, its still a holiday for everyone.

Its a holiday and what did we do today?

Clean our very very dirty aircon... I got this brand of DIY aircon cleaner called Concaire from Homefix. I used a whole bottle to clean my car's aircon condenser but I don't think it help much. With the second bottle, I cleaned our room fan coil unit. I didn't realise how dirty it was until I saw the fan blades.

Gosh, there were clunks of dirt clustered on the blade.... See how dirty the water is after the cleaning??? *Gross*

Looks like I will need some professional cleaning services when the next servicing comes. Its really hard to remove all the dirt in the fan coil unit.

Aww... So Pitiful...

2007-06-01T05:46:00.000+08:00

A picture of Georgie looking so pitiful. Guess he is just bored and we aren't really playing with him much...

Singapore Food Fest 2007

2007-05-30T11:53:00.000+08:00

This is the view that greeted us when we enter the exhibition hall for Singapore Food Fest 2007 at Singapore Expo. I think this was about 1 hr from closing and there are still so many people... and quite smokey from all the cooking going on.

View from the other end of the exhibition hall. Its 9.30pm, 30mins before closing and there are still so many hungry people around???

Snow Ice Mango, from Taiwan apparently. The ice is shaved to very soft and thin but the mango is abit artificial and sweet. Hmm.. let's just say that this would likely be the one and only time I am gonna eat this...

At the end of this 1 hr trip, we bought some chocolate, biscuits, snow ice, durian puffs, pomegranate tea drink, liang char and some free sauages!!

Sweet Machines...

2007-05-27T10:58:00.000+08:00

Stumbled upon these sweet cars in Millenia Walk. I thought I saw this car on ECP before but I didn't get a good view of it. Now I do, its a Pagani Zonda and it cost over 2 bloody million Singapore dollars!!! *mutters* rich *mutters* buggers *mutters* *mutters*

Apparantly, there is an event going on with Torque magazine and they features several exotic cars but I only managed to see these 4.

Pagani Zonda in Sunburst Yellow (Front)

Pagani Zonda (Rear)

Peugeot Track Car? There is a Lotus behind this Peugeot.

Porcshe GT

Kyomomoyama @ The Central

2007-05-23T12:07:00.000+08:00

Got a 1-for-1 set dinner promo from Standard Chartered bank for dinner at Kyomomoyama. Its located at the new shopping mall called The Central. So we decided to head there for dinner today as the promo only valid for Monday to Thursday. We also decide to treat Kelly (Audrey's Cousin) as she has been a great help for the whole week (while I was in ICT).

Good thing I called in advanced and booked a table by the window, so we can get a view of Clark Quay. There are only 4 tables by the window and they are all reserved. After scanning through the menu, we decided to have the set dinner(duh, for the promo?!) and Kelly ordered a Tempura Udon and a side dish of Dobin Mushi to share.

Kyomomoyama Menu

Genmai Cha - Green Tea with Roasted Brown Rice. Taste a little burnt initially but it grows on you as you drink.

Sakura Set - Comes with Sashimi, Tempura, Chawanmushi, Miso Soup, Pickled Vegetables and Fruits

Audrey and Kelly and our wide array of food.

Food is really good. But the price is slightly expensive, above average. Definitely worth it to give it a try.

Kyomomoyama

The Central

6 Eu Tong Sen Street

Singapore 059817

Tel: 65348001

Countdown from 100 using Movie Clips

2007-05-23T11:22:00.000+08:00

Amazed by the effort taken to put this clip together. Quite Cool.
Clip URL: http://www.collegehumor.com/video:1760481

Source: College Humor

DocGreen @ Centerpoint

2007-05-19T11:30:00.000+08:00

Just got out of in-camp training (5 days long long days) and we decided to go Centerpoint, to look at some baby stuffs. And as usual, we have to look for a dinner place where we can warm up Callum's milk and tuck-in ourselves.

So we decided to try the new place called DocGreen at Centerpoint new annex block. After pondering the menu, we decided on 2 half sandwiches and add-on of 2 soups.

Here is a picture of our soups, onion soup & chicken noodle soup. Add-on price is 2 bucks.

This is my sandwich, half portion of California Chicken.... they all looked the same. Hhmm.. potato chips, how healthy can that be?? Trans Fat!!!

This is Audrey's sandwich, half portion of Portobello Shroom Sandwich. Can you see the portobello? Apparantly, there's only 1 miserable mushroom hiding under the bread....

After seeing our miserable sandwiches, we decided to order salad (grilled vegetables). Its not too bad, but hardly worth the price.

Overall, I think the food is ok but not worth the price. Perhaps if its a little cheaper, I might consider going back there.

Fantasticar

2007-05-10T14:39:00.000+08:00

For the upcoming Fantastic 4 Movie (Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer), our heroes will be riding in this Dodge Fantasticar which can reach speeds of up to 550 mph and an altitude of 30,000 feet. If only they sell this in retail :p

I got strange urge to go eat barbecue stingray... ikan bakar, anyone?

Picture Source: CarPictures
Article: Motorcities

Self Service

2007-05-09T14:58:00.000+08:00

Our little boy is learning how to hold his own bottle. On 3rd May, while Audrey was feeding him, he decided that he wants to hold his own food. However, his hands don't seem to be able to grasp the bottle properly.

So we decided to help him a little and we got him a holding aid. It's a plastic handle attached to the bottle so that he can hold better.

I guess he needs to learn how to tilt the bottle at the right angle so that he can drink better...

Callum First Taste of Medicine

2007-05-09T14:44:00.000+08:00

Poor Callum is sick.

He caught some germs over the weekend (I think) and he is now down with running nose and cough. He gave us a good scare last night when he suddenly "choke" in the middle of the night. Poor mommy have to dash out of bed to make sure he is ok.

We went to see the doctor today and he was prescribed with some medicine for his nose, phelghem and cough. Poor kid.

Callum at Month 05

2007-05-04T15:15:00.000+08:00

Callum @ 5 Months Old.Callum sitting in his Bumbo, playing with his toys

Caught chewing on his toy

Imperial Treasure La Mian Xiao Long Bao

2007-05-01T16:38:00.000+08:00

We wanted to go Bugis as we haven't been there for awhile. I drove all the way there to find that Bugis is jammed pack. The carpark has long queue going in... ?? What is going on there????

So, gave up the idea of going Bugis, went to Marina instead. Grab some coffee, wander around abit and we settle down for dinner. Choice of the day: Imperial Treasure La Mian Xiao Long Bao. Why? Just wanted to give it a try and compare them with Crystal Jade (since the boss was from there)

Menu looks almost idential to Crystal Jade La Mian, so we ordered the usual items we eat at Crystal Jade, as it would be easier to compare. Here is our dinner:

Onion Oil La Mian and Braised Duck Tongue (First time trying, a tat salty but no duck taste, crunchy)

White Baits. Strange, in the receipt, they printed "Cri. Rice Fish/P.Salt"... I am wandering what the heck.... Crispy Rice Fish, Put Salt??? A bit Blend.

Wanton in Chilli and Vinegar.

Overall, I still prefer Crystal Jade La Mian.
I think it taste better and service at Crystal Jade is also better.

For anyone who wishs to give it a try:

Imperial Treasure La Mian Xiao Long Bao

6 Raffles Boulevard

#02-138J

Marina Square

Singapore 039584

A Day of Activities

2007-04-29T15:08:00.000+08:00

Started the day by giving ourselves a little treat, and that is to sleep! After an additional 2 hours sleep, we are ready to start our day...

I bought some almonds from our nearby wet market recently and found that they are quite soft, abit chewy... so I decided to give them a roast with our small toaster (the type you toast bread with). For a trial, I took a handful and started roasting them. After a couple of minutes, my wife asked me.. you smell something burning? And I raised my eyebrows and thought to myself, "Oh shoot!". Well, the first batch was toasted a little too long and turn out alittle dark brown and crispy but still edible. So I took the remaining almonds and set the toaster to a lower temperature and give them all a good roast. Yum!

Picture of second batch of almonds after toasting.
I tried with 190 degree celsius, for about 15 minutes. After eating some almonds, its time to bathe the dogs and wash Callum's clothes. Man, they are so small..

Soon, its time for dinner. We decided to go Centerpoint as we are looking for some supplies for Callum from Mothercare. Had our dinner at the Orchard Point at a Japanese eatery, followed by coffee and cake at McCafe. After several of walking around, its time to go home. When we got home and put Callum down on our bed, he surprised us with this :

He actually pull his foot to his mouth and wanted to suck on his toes!!! Quite cute actually.

Now its time for more sleep!

Dinner at Al Forno

2007-04-26T16:11:00.000+08:00

We planned since last week that we are gonna eat at Al Forno today. I have long heard good reviews on this restaurant and been wanted to give it a try. But before that, I have heard disappointing comments from my wife and her aunt-in-law, but I would like to try it for myself.. especially since I have UOB 1-for-1 promo :p

We ordered a paste and pizza to share. We agreed that the pasta sauce is good but the pasta itself is over cooked. As for the pizza, the crust is a bit chewy. Both dishes just doesn't work for us. All in all, I think its quite disappointing for a high rated restaurant. Prices are higher that most competitors and food doesn't quite match its price. I would rather go Spizza or Da Paolo.

For anyone who is interested to give a try:
Al Forno East Coast
400 East Coast Road
Singapore 428996
Tel: 63488781
Fax: 63488591

Things that makes you go hhmmm...

2007-04-26T14:57:00.000+08:00

OMG! Humping dogs!

This gotta be one of the most boh-liao invention / toy...

Anyone want to buy me one? :p

Humping Dog Site
http://www.cube-works.co.jp/works/index_sub.html?/works/pcgadget/

A video of the humping dog in action.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rI-pct3zy18

A Very Cute Moose

2007-04-22T15:08:00.000+08:00

We spotted a new shop at Great World City, from far we thought it was a children toy shop, but upon closer inspection, it turns out to be a party shop. Located on the third floor of Great World City, beside My Little Gym, they seems well stocked with various party stuff for children. As we are walking around, we found this antlers for Christmas (strange, its only April!), we just got try it on Callum and he turns out to be so cute....

A very cute moose. Make all the girl moose go 'WHAAAAA.' ???

All Your Toys Are Belong To Me

2007-04-20T17:18:00.000+08:00

Haha, this is just so cute.

Here is a picture of Callum, grabbing all his dangling toys in his hands.

A Phone Call

2007-04-20T15:28:00.000+08:00

"BBBbbbrrrrrr"

Realised that my mobile phone is vibrating.
Thought to myself, "HHmmmm ..... this number has been on my phone before as a miss call. Wonder which pesky bank, health spa place is calling again."

Me: "Hello?"

Sales Person: "Hello! Is this Miss Audrey See?"

Me: "Yes, speaking"

SP: "Oh, I'm calling from XXX Studio, Blah Blah Blah ..... yadi dah.......!, we are interested in inviting you down for a free makeover photo shoot."

Me: "It's ok, i'm not free. I just gave birth, don't think i'll have the time."

SP: "Oh ..... so sorry. It's okay then. Thank You! Have a nice day!"

*Click!*

Me: *???!!!!!!!*

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Discuss:
What does she mean by "So Sorry."?????
what is there to be sorry about me giving birth?!
HELLO!!

Curious Callum

2007-04-16T14:58:00.000+08:00

Here is picture of Callum checking out our coffee. He sure is curious about the things we eat thesedays. He would suck on his lower lips or hand whenever he sees us eat. Wonder if its time for him to eat solid food.

Count the Toyotas

2007-04-11T02:34:00.000+08:00

Count how many Toyotas are there in this picture.

There are 6!

3 Silver Picnic, 1 Silver Altis, 1 Black Corolla and 1 Crown (Taxi)

Good Doggie...

2007-04-10T15:30:00.000+08:00

That's one dog that I won't want to mess around with. I believe if this dog stands on 2 legs, it will be taller then me... nice doggie... play nice...

Absolute Euphoria

2007-03-31T16:36:00.000+08:00

Went to Takashimaya on Saturday to join the horde of people shopping there. It was so crowded that we lost interest in shopping all together. As we are walking around for dinner, we came across this Godiva booth selling chocolate drinks (outside Cold Storage). I told Audrey, we must try this after dinner. So, off we went for dinner and we came back for this chocolate drink. I been wanting to try this when I heard of it, but never got the chance as they only serve this at Citylink outlet. Well, now its my chance as they setup a temporary booth here.

Here is a picture of the mneu which has only 3 items on its list.

We decided to go with Dark Chocolate Decadence, as the latte has coffee and the white chocolate, well, its not really chocolate since there isn't any cocoa in it.

Dark Chocolate Decadence

OMG! This drink is simply divine.
You can feel the chocolate high after a few sips. This is a great pick-me-up if you are feeling down. Even if you are not feeling down, its an absolutely sinful but delicious drink!
YUM!YUM!YUM!

IKEA Tampines

2007-03-30T16:53:00.000+08:00

We decided to drop by IKEA at Tampines after our dinner. We been to Giant (across IKEA) twice but this is the first time we going IKEA. I was expecting large crowd of people but to my surprise, there isn't really alot. I think most of them are at Giant.

We were told that there are carpark lots that are meant for families, and we kept a look-out for them as we are looking for parking space. We found them near the entrance. I think its a pretty cool idea and its the little thing like these that make you appreciate them more. I just hope that there are no selfish Singaporeans (with no real use of those parking lots) that parked there just because its nearer to the entrance. Sigh, guess its just wishful thinking?

Family-Friendly Parking Lots

Hmm.... there are even parking lots for trolleys and shopping bags. Nice.

Very large self-service section and that's just half of it.

All-in-all, I think that IKEA Tampines is really big since it took us about 90 mins to walk finish the whole place and all we got was a basket and a towel (which we use as floor mat). But I still prefer IKEA Alexander, I think it provide me a more cosy feeling.

Btw, do you know that IKEA is top 5 richest people around?

Reason Not to Wash Car

2007-03-28T13:56:00.000+08:00

Now you got a reason not to wash your car!
Keep it dirty and do cool art with it.

I think they are pretty well-done. Enjoy these pics.

Artist: Scott Wade
Source: http://www.dirtycarart.com/

Big Fish

2007-03-25T11:33:00.000+08:00

Before you panic and think its a picture of a big fish, fear not!
It's actually the name of a restaurant.

Been wanting to try this restaurant for sometime now. Its located a short walk from our place. Finally decided to give it a try tonight. Boy, did I regret not coming here sooner.

Big Fish Restaurant serves fish and various seafood
(Duh!, hence the name?).
It took us sometime before deciding on what we want to eat.

First up, white baits!
Definitely one of the best. Its crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Taste great with Tartar sauce (which is meant for our main dish).

Next is our seafood chowder with bread. Bread is very good, think its bake with rosemary herb in it. Seafood chowder is thick and creamy but without the overwhelming seafood taste. Soup comes with a mussel, a prawn, some bits of squid and fish chunks.

Classic Fish and Chips. Served with garden salad and fries. This has now become my official fish and chip benchmark. Very Yum!

Another one of our main dish. Barramundi fish. You can choose between pan-fried or grilled. In this case, I choosed pan-fried. Fish is served with garden salad, vegetables & mushrooms (under the fish), mash potatoes, sprinkled in olive oil, balsamic vinegar and some other stuff. This was recommneded by the waiter, as he said, this fish is really soft and quite smooth. *Made a mistake and went to see what is a Barramundi fish look like... hhmm... don't look so nice. For anyone who is interested, you can check it out on Wikipedia.

Picture of part of the restaurant near closing time. Almost everything is painted with this aqua-marine color, sort of blue mixed with green.

Definitely must try! Expect to pay about $20-30 per head.

New Taxi on our Roads?

2007-03-24T11:29:00.000+08:00

Spotted this new taxi on our roads, Fiat Croma.
Frankly, I think it looks awful.

*Picture taken with mobile phone.

Polar Bear Cub, Ain't He Cute?

2007-03-23T11:01:00.000+08:00

A file photo of polar bear cub Knut playing in the Berlin zoo in this undated picture, released on March 2, 2007. Berlin Zoo rallied to the defence of Knut on Tuesday, rejecting demands that the animal be allowed to die after being abandoned by its mother. (Handout/Archiv Zoo Berlin/Reuters)

Source: Reuters

Love it or Hate It?

2007-03-23T10:32:00.000+08:00

Send my car in for repair at SM Motors today.
Saw this new Volvo C30 on display.

The car has a very interesting look, well, its either you like it or you don't. Personally, I think the head area looks like the typical Volvo on the roads theseday, but the back is a whole different story. I am still trying to get used to this new butt!

Volvo C30 Front

Volvo C30 Back

Volvo C30 Promo Banner at SM

Volvo is trying to get you to tell them if you like it or not!
Go to www.expressyourself.com.sg and express your views on this car.

Photo Gallery of Volvo C30 on WorldCarFans

The Five Rules of Money for Children

2007-03-22T14:06:00.000+08:00

Came across this article on BusinessWeek.com, called The Five Rules of Money for Children. It offers methods of communicating the concept of money to children. Basically, this article touches on:

1. A penny saved is a penny earned.
2. Stick to the budget.
3. Learn the power of interest.
4. Stay out of debt.
5. Giving back is the best gift.

I think even adults can learn a thing or two from this article.
Click here to read more.

Callum Turns 100Days

2007-03-12T10:37:00.000+08:00

Callum Turns 100Days

Our cheeky boy turns 100 days old!
It seems like years ago then he was born.

Audrey made some porridge water for him to taste, according to Cantonese tradition, this signifies that he will have enough to eat and use for his lifetime.

Callum at Month 03

2007-03-03T17:54:00.000+08:00

Callum just turned 3 months old!

Here is him with his 2 "friends" basically named "Doggie" and "Froggie". (Pacificer holder, available at Takashimaya)

Photo by Audrey, using Motorola V3i

Callum, 1 Month Old

2007-01-03T18:05:00.000+08:00

Callum turns 1 Month old. Photo was taken just days before he got shaved botak.

"Hmm.. what's that thing you're holding in your hand?"

Callum still showing signs of jaundice but recovering slowly and steadily.

Photo by Audrey, using Motorola V3i

Doctor Visit

2006-12-06T17:11:00.000+08:00

Callum at Day 4

Dress Callum up for doctor visit which turns out to be bad news for us. His jaundice level was way too high and had to hospitalize for a couple of days. We felt so sad that we have to leave him alone in the hospital....

New Addition to the Family

2006-12-02T17:03:00.000+08:00

Callum at Day 2

Welcome to the world, Callum Xavier.
We welcome our little boy into this and our world on 2 Dec 2006.

Born: Home
Time: 9.00am
Weight: 2.79kg
Length: 51cm
Head: 33cm
Hospital: Gleneagles, Room 506

Movie Review: Scoop

2006-10-10T02:17:00.000+08:00

Caught this show over the weekend.

Overall, I liked this show. It's light hearted, funny and an unexpected twist at the end. I think it's very Woody Allen style. Great acting from Scarlett Johansson who plays a journalism student, naive and absolutely loveable character. Woody Allen plays a quirky old magician who I think its the life of the show. Hugh Jackman was charming but at some point, not very convincing in his role.

Overall, I give it a rating of 7/10.

Trailer: http://www.apple.com/trailers/focus_features/scoop/
IMDB: http://imdb.com/title/tt0457513/

~Pat

Movie Review: World Trade Center

2006-10-10T02:02:00.000+08:00

We went to watch this show before it was shown in Singapore.
Caught it during our Thailand, Bangkok trip 2 weeks ago.

Frankly, I think I got cheated by the title. I was expecting somewhat a large scale of things happening during the World Trade incident, rather then watching the show about 2 guys being trapped! I meant its heartwarming, overall feel good about the human spirit etc etc. But the title deceived me. They should renamed the show to call it "Two guys trapped under World Trade Center". Shesh.

Overall, I give it a rating of 6/10.

Trailer: http://www.apple.com/trailers/paramount/wtc/
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0469641/

~Pat

Cobwebs!

2006-10-10T02:00:00.000+08:00

Wow! Been so long since I last posted here.
Better start cleaning do some spring cleaning... but it's not Spring, winter cleaning?

Sigh. Hope I can be more active in my posts....

~Pat

Miharu Sapporo Ramen

2006-04-17T14:38:00.000+08:00

It's been a lazy Sunday ........ lazing around the house before heading for a yoga class in the evening. It has been such a lazy day that our brains and bodies went on a holiday as well.

An hour of yoga, burnt some calories, it's time for DINNER!

After zoning out in the car, hungry and dunno where to go, for a good 1 minute or so we decided to try out luck (again) at the ramen place which we missed at Gallery Hotel the last time around.

Place: Miharu Sapporo Ramen.
Time: 8ish

We were surprised to see the place full. Luckily we didn't have to wait long for our table.

The place pretty much just sells noodles. Soup and Cold. Spoilt for choice, right?

We ordered 1x Tokusen Miso (Special Miso Ramen, $12.50) and Tokusen Tonsio (Pork Bone Stock Ramen, $12). The servings came quite big and REALLY SCALDING HOT!!! We have 2 COOKED tongues to prove. Be Warned! Soup is quite oily and the special miso soup tasted a little nutty ...... hmmm ..... go figure.

Over all, we weren't that impressed with it. The 2 other ramen places we have been to tasted better. But better than your typical Aj***n noodles lor. Please note that they are closed on Wednesdays. We had to find out the hard way.

Sorry ppl that there isn't any images. Too lazy to bring camera along. Hey! It has been a lazy Sunday!

More Night Photos

2006-04-15T02:12:00.000+08:00

Took more night photos before heading to our

favourite Bak Kut Teh store at Beauty World.

Picture below was taken outside my
house during the magic hour.

Picture below was taken at Beauty World.

~Patrick

Ramen and Night Photography

2006-04-12T15:54:00.000+08:00

After work today, Audrey and I took some time to go do our photography class "homework". We are suppose to take some photos during the evening "magic" hour (roughly around 7.30pm). We are suppose to take some night shots too. Well, we decided to take scene around Gallery Hotel cause we can go eat ramen after that.

Well, got to work before getting the reward.
Here are some photos we took, look good?

Photo is taken outside 'Book Cafe'.

Photo taken of 'Gallery Hotel' near to the magic hour.
Photo is framed by Audrey.

The picture (below) is taken outside of
'The Quayside' which is near to Gallery Hotel.
It happen to be a full moon night too....

After an hour of photo taking, we were getting hungry. We wanted to try the ramen at 'Miharu Japanese Noodles' which is located at Gallery Hotel but it turns out that they are closed on Wednesday. Never trust all that you read on newspaper! On one of the Sunday Times, they reviewed this place and states that they open daily.

Luckily for us, there are several other ramen places around an d we decided to 'Ichibantei Ramen (The Quayside)' which was also reviewed by the same article in Sunday Times.

I can't remember what noodle we ordered but it very good.
Each noodle cost under $10 which I think its quite reasonable.
After dinner, we went to take a stroll and also take more photos.

We spotted some interesting buildings across Gallery Hotel.
(Below) It looks like some new shophouses that got refurbished and looking for new tenant. Look good in the night.. abit gothic?

A new condo behind those shophouses.
The moon was partially covered by clouds but I like the effect.

Look forward to more of our photos...

~Patrick

Sunday Dinner at Cafe 211

2006-04-09T15:22:00.000+08:00

Bought my wife out to have dinner at Cafe 211. Got a voucher from DBS, 1 for 1 main course but have to order 2 drinks...

Took some pictures while waiting for food...

Kinda dark, but that our dinner, spagetti scampi, spagetti seafood with creamy seafood sauce (I can't remember what the name) and our 2 cool drinks, lychee ice blended and strawberry smoothie. Trust me, the ice blended is nicer. :)

~Patrick

Takumi Changed Car!

2006-04-09T15:12:00.000+08:00

Seems likeTakumi has changed car and started delivering wedding couples too!! He even resprayed the his car to match the old Panda. I wonder how is he going to drift now, that should be exciting to watch...

~ Patrick

Puppies!!!

2006-04-09T14:35:00.000+08:00

Some stray dog gave birth to 7 puppies and they took shelter in my house now (my outdoor kitchen to be precise). They look so adorable but not so friendly (scared more likely) towards human.

And here is our favourites.....

Anyone want to adopt one?

~Patrick

BBQ at WaterEdge

2006-03-05T18:50:00.000+08:00

We got invited to Uncle Pete's somewhat house warming (been there before) and viewing of his rooftop garden. His place is located at the end of Pasir Ris (further in from Downtown East), its a condo called WaterEdge. He has recently done up the roof garden complete with a pond, basin, frige, surrond-sound (weather-proof speakers) and a nice chill-out sofa.

Here is the pond with some lovely Kois as resident.

Some pictures I took from the roof-top garden.

Sunset taken from the other end of the roof garden.

Here is the host/chef with his trusty Thermos grill, powered by gas but heated by volcanic rocks. Its really excellent for barbaque, the food turns out nicely cooked and taste delicious.

Cooking in progress....

Drooling yet?

Thanks, Uncle Pete for the good times and food!

~Patrick

Tau Kwa Pau for You?

2006-03-05T18:26:00.000+08:00

Had tau kwa pau & laksa for lunch today. This store is located along Joo Chiat Road, in a coffee shop facing diagonally Katong Mall. It was recently featured in Coffee Talk and Hawker Walk, with Fiona Sia and Belinda Lee. It seems that Taiwanese Ah Liang was here before and the store was also featured in Channel U's FBI food show.

We ordered 2 serving of tau kwa pau and I must say, with extra gravy, it tasted fantastic. The toppings were generous and the chilli is quite tasty. The downside is the food is abit cold.

It's definitely worth a try.

Zhng Yourself!

2006-03-05T18:19:00.000+08:00

Since our last posting, we have underwent some zhng-ing of ourselves.
Audrey went to have her hair highlighted, which you can't really see the difference unless its under bright light. Even so, its only very minor coloring.

As for myself, I not sure what got into me but I went to have my teeth straighten. By braces! Its gonna take me 2 years before its done. And this is only the first week. ~Sob~ Gonna be a long wait.... Here is a picture of my metal mouth...

Currently, its silver color bands. Think I might try the golden ones next time.
Will definitely post when I get it changed.

Birthday and Valentine Day :-)

2006-02-14T15:37:00.000+08:00

Today is Audrey's Birthday!
I surprise her yesterday (12th Feb) with a stay at the boutique hotel, The Scarlet.

The hotel is located at 33 Erskine Road, near Maxwell Market (Chinatown). Its very exquisitely decorated, all in black, red and gold.

The room is pretty small since it is "rescued" from old shophouses. It's cosy with all features of any other standard hotel room, except there is little walkway. Here is a picture of us on the nice comfy bed...

Here is the washroom/basin. Audrey simply adores the taps. I just love the whole setup. Check out all the freebies they give.. shaving kit, comb, shampoo, conditioner, mouth wash, moisturiser, body wash, sanitary bad, toothbrush, cotton buds, sewing kits, emery board and shower (think that's about it). All items from Flair.

Here is the washroom from another angle.

After our check-in, we went downstairs to "Bold", Scarlet's own bar and cafe. We had some coffee before heading out for massage at Bukit Timah. Well, its not a spa massage but its really help loosen all tight knots in our muscles. After which, we proceed to Lucky Plaza to purchase my gift. Kinda strange that I am getting a gift from Audrey on her birthday? Its actually my valentine day gift but I think its my long overdue engagement gift :p

This is my gift: a Rolex Watch!
Chosen by my wifey. Thanks babe!

Then we walked over to Takashimaya for dinner at Coffee Club. Then we went to watch Casanova at GV Grand. Its quite an entertaining show, funny at some parts. After the show, we head back to the hotel to spend some time on the comfy bed.....

Next morning, I have to wake up this sleepyhead so that I can surprise her with her birthday/valentine day cake.

Here is the birthday/valentine day cake, called "White Symphony" available at The Patissier. They do have excellent chocolate cake, highly recommended.

I wonder if she enjoyed her birthday? And what I gonna do next year..... Sigh, I guess I will stressed when next year comes around.. perhaps a watch?

Cashew Roca

2006-02-12T16:24:00.000+08:00

Yum! Get this from Jason Supermarket. Well Worth It.

Bald Dog

2006-02-09T16:02:00.000+08:00

Wifey took the dog out for a hair cut.
Coco (the dog featured here) has gotten herself into some skin problem, either that she just got a bad habit of scratching herself until skin problem starts... sigh. So we decided to have her shaved, to remove all the bad hair (due to licking) and also better see what the situation underneath all those hair. Seems like she is not too happy with her haircut.

Here is the dog with hair.

Here is the same dog without hair, you can see the grouchy face... kinda funny tho.

*stare what stare*

Chill Out Sunday

2006-02-08T16:34:00.000+08:00

Spent a lazy Sunday afternoon at home before me and the wife decided to drag our lazy butts out of the house and headed to town.

First stop: Funan Centre.
To collect some free lame 'ol' radio alarm clock (Given by POSB EveryDay Card) from nets Rewards centre there. Ok lar ..... not bad looking after all. Then i bought a carrier for my 350D. Satisfied, we left the building.

Second stop: Lucky Plaza ,Scotts Shopping Centre
The wife took me watch shopping. A birthday cum anniversary cum valentine's day cum christmas gift. Narrowed it down to 1 model but i wanted to see a different colour and they dun have it there. So we need to come back another day when they will bring it over to that outlet. So going back another day.

After which ...... aimless wandering around.

After a Hainanese chicken rice dinner, coffee time!

Plonk out weary asses down at McCafe @ Shaw.

Choice Of Drinks: Iced Latte And Flat White

Me And The Wife

Latest Addition to the Room

2006-02-07T16:56:00.000+08:00

Don't you feel like smiling just by looking at him?

Star of Longevity

Got him from House of Feng Shui,
lots of interesting stuffs....

Human Birthday? (Ren Ri), Yu Sheng Part IV

2006-02-07T15:39:00.001+08:00

Today is the seventh day (4th Feb 06) of Chinese New Year which is also Ren Ri (Human Birthday?). Coincidentially, its also Audrey's chinese birthday. My mom-in-law got some relatives from Thailand to cook up a delicious feast...

Here is the Chef and there is NO Chocolate Salted Balls!

One of the delicious dish for the feast, fish maw soup.

Yu Sheng Round 1!! Tink! Tink!

Yu Sheng Round 2!! Tink! Tink!

Check out the height of the yu sheng...

Yu Sheng Round 3!! Final Round!!

Sample of the Yu Sheng, lots of good stuff in there.
Definitely of the best, and no money can buy!

Still a few more days of Chinese New Year and 1 more lunch, and more yu sheng!! :P

Canon 350D, REBEL!

2006-01-30T16:10:00.000+08:00

First Day of Chinese New Year!!

Went to Holland Village and have Coffee Bean breakfast (cause the rest of the shop is closed). After a nice and long breakfast, we decided to pop by Paris Silk to look at digital SLR camera. Still tempted by the Nikon D50. When we got there, its around 10.30am and we seems to be the first customer.

After loitering in the shop for a long time, and the sales person who was very patience with us (very strange treatment, totally unexpected), we decided to get the Canon 350D. It was after long deliberation and comparison (between D50, D70s and Canon 350D) that we made the decision. The pro side of the Canon is the 8megapixel, lighter then D70, smallest frame (which I didn't really like). The downside is the camera's grip (due to the frame) and the finishing. But overall, its excellent camera, takes very nice pictures. Here are some samples:

I want a D50!!!

2006-01-27T17:28:00.000+08:00

Loan a Nikon D50 from my friend, Tard.
Now I am tempted to get one for myself!

Loan it for a day and took almost 100 pictures...
and here are some samples.

I am impressed with this camera. :)

Gostun Company Lunch (Yu Sheng Part III)

2006-01-26T14:08:00.000+08:00

Today (3rd Feb 06) is the Gostun company's Chinese New Year lunch.
This is the third time that I would be lau-ing yu sheng. The first time was at Kam Boat Restaurant (Shaw), second time was Gim Tim Restaurant (Grassroot Club-AMK) and this time is the Prima Revolving Restaurant (Prima Tower).

This is the yu sheng that we had.
It was excellent, by far one of the better ones.
Btw, anyone notice the raw beef 'hiding' behind the yu sheng plate? Yum!

This is one of their signature dish.
Egg white, fish & scallops, then add pepper and vinegar.
Very good! :)

Pork & Bun, chinese burger?
Its nice but not fatty enough.... but where there is fats, its good.

Peking duck's roasted skin!
I got a picture of couple of ducks without its skin.. it sure doesn't look as good as this:

Prima Revolving Restaurant... of course it revolves...
Here are some pictures of the view from the restaurant.

Team Gostun Consult plus wives!

Thanks Tard & Felicia for the lunch!

Curry Favor, Anyone?

2006-01-24T16:12:00.000+08:00

Went to this shop called Curry Favor.
Well, guess what, they sell Japanese curry.
Food is good, curry is excellent but price is a
little steep but well worth it.

This is what I had, Pork Cutlet with Spicy Curry.

Audrey's Drink, Iced Earl Grey with Honey.
Its was hot green tea with honey for me.
(not included in picture)

Here is what Audrey have, Seafood Curry
(Prawns and Scallops, Non Spicy)

*sorry for the lousy photos, its was taken
with my mobile's camera.*

New Hair Cut

2006-01-23T17:37:00.000+08:00

Almost Chinese New Year, time for a haircut.
Went to our usual stylist (WARS - Far East Plaza)
to have our hair chopped. No surprise, there is a
surcharge of $6 for peak period.. *grumbles*

Audrey decided to shorten her hair to shoulder lenght..
and here is the result:

Before (Long Hair):

After (Shoulder Lenght Hair):

There will be highlight soon.... stay tuned.

Grandma's 78th Birthday!

2005-12-05T16:18:00.000+08:00

Celebrated Grandma's birthday at Tong Lok Seafood Gallery @ East Coast (Behind MacDonalds)

Rejoice people! No Verbal Diarrhea! No "Loh-Sohness" from me. Just Pictures!
Let's play picture Charades:

Happy Birthday Grandma! We Love You Much Much!:)

Grandma & Almost ... All Her Grandchildren

Me & Bren!

Pat & Cheong Chee!

Kelly & Wai Ching

Kelly & Brian With My Dad Lurking In The Background

Kelly & Shi Rui

The 3 Musketeers & Shi Rui(Which he complained that i have never taken a pic with him ever! Young till now!) Here Ya Go, Buddy!

Bren, Me & Grandmama

Us 3 Musketeers & Uncle Pete

Me & Kelly

Thailand Trip 12-11-05 (Saturday)

2005-11-21T14:40:00.000+08:00

Another early day for us.

Woke up at 7+am. Wanted to head down to Jatujak (Sunday Market) early to avoid the sweltering heat. Set out at about 8+am after some coffee and nibbles of whatever we can find.

Got to sunday market, shared a cab with Auntie Lucy, streams of ppl were there already. Phew! Talk about early birds. :D Unlike the both of us .... RE-LEK only. Hee!

Got stuck in this shop for the longest time and kenna nag by Pat. I was happily choosing accessories while Pat was standing outside the shop. End up i bought only 2 things but spent bout 1200 baht (S$50) from that shop for other reasons. Shopped around for more stuff, like tee-shirts for my bridesmaids and pat's groomsmen.

So tired that we stopped for lunch (Finally!). We had pork ball noodles in pig blood soup. Sounds gross but very YUMMY lor! Can't remember what it's called in Thai. After lunch, more shopping. Bought nothing much though. Headed home bout 3+pm cos Auntie Lucy has to attend the wedding dinner of one of my mum's staff.

Took a quick bath and followed my parents out. My mum got Pi Joy to alight us at Phloen Chit Skytrain Station. Next stop: Siam Skytrain Station. Had dinner at FUJI @ Siam Centre. This place serves GOOD and CHEAP Jap food (according to us sillyporeans lah) Then, again took the train to Chit Lom. 10 Baht each and ONE BLADDY STATION later, we adjorned to Big C. A hypermart like Carrefour in Singapore. Bought provision to bring lug back to Singapore. As usual, bought many, many bottles of coffee, 5x6 packs of soya bean drink, shampoo, soap and CHIPS for our next day road trip. Had a drink each from this place called MILK PLUS. IT HAS GOT TO BE THE SWEETEST MILK I HAVE EVER DRUNK! Me had Green Tea milk and Pat had chocolate milk.

Pi Joy picked us up from the hotel (Hotel Arnoma) next door. Totally shagged when we reached home. Went to bed almost immediately cos we had to get up REAL EARLY for the road trip.
ZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzZZZZzzzzzzz ..............

Thailand Trip 11-11-05 (Friday)

2005-11-21T14:34:00.000+08:00

Started the day at bout 8am bright and early.

Left for my dad's office with him. Need to get to the office to change money. No money, no talk lor, that's how this world works. Hanged around office for awhile. Played with my daddy's arowana which we helped "smuggled" to Thailand the previous trip. :D (ssshhhhhhh ...... It's a secret)

Anyways ...... got my cuz Pi Bom to send us to Emporium to catch Wallace & Gromit Movie. (Yeeeaaayyyy!!!!! The show has not started in Singapore yet! HA!)

Emporium

Sadly we got into a jam and he got disorientated. Took the wrong turn and we over shot the shopping centre. Still had to take the train which was only 1 friggin stop! Choice of theatre: SF Cinema City. Caught the 12.30pm session. But before that, had a bite had Salon De'L Oriental (Cafe opened by Oriental Hotel i think). They sell fantastic cookies and cakes! Yums! Always aim to eat there once when i'm there :p. Pat had Chicken Quiche and i has Spanich Quiche, washed it down with a cafe latte and long black

After the show, we headed down to our usual Thai massage haunt. Kornwan Thai Massage. It's situated at 18/13 Sukhumvit Road Soi 22. Take the BTS to Phrom Phong station and walk towards your left. You should see Soi 22. Plenty of Ang Mohs there. The skills are very good. 220 baht. Please tip the masseur hor. They have very low pay and depends mostly on tips. That would apply to any waiter and waiteress in Thailand as well. Your kindness is much appreciated.

Headed to the four faced buddha. Took a train down to Chit Lom Station which is only a stone throw away from the shrine. As usual, it's packed with tourists. ESPECIALLY HONGKONGERS. The procedure to pray the buddha? You pray from the main side and move clock-wise. Lighting a candle at the first side then placing a small flower wreath with 3 joss sticks as you go.

Daddy dearest finally called and wanted to meet us for dinner with 2 of his friends. Felt sorry for him, having to join in the jam for a whole bladdy hour before finally picking us up from Emporium. Headed to this seafood restaurant. Dad order enough food for 8 people even though there were only 5 of us. Fish maw soup, fish head steamboat, oyster egg omelette, stir-fry sliced fish, tempura morning glory, some fried greens (which i can't remember)barbecued scallop with minced pork in their shell, fruit platter and coconut ice cream. So how? Are you scared yet? I was.

After which, my dad's friend Uncle Lim, wanted to go play pool. So headed to Wild Wild West at Town In Town (very near my house). We were all so full and exhausted but not my tipsy dad and friend. They had more alcohol and nuts (AAAAARRRRRRRR!!!!! FOOD AGAIN!) Downing like almost half a bottle of Chivas at the restaurant, My dad still managed to beat Pat at pool who only had iced water throughout the night. ..... When you're good, you're good ...... :p Dad always tell Pat:" When i started playing snooker wwwaaaaaayyyy back then you were only in kindergarten ok?" Heh heh. That's dad for you. :) Uncle Lim, Uncle Lim, never quite see him this happening before. Tugging at girls' jeans! and flirtingly joking with them. Uncle Lim was slow at the beginning but soon caught up in pool skills downing another 2-3 mugs of beer. He was on a roll manz! Beat Pat & my dad at pool! *Gosh! I pity all their liver.*

One thing i hated about that place are the girls who threw themselves at guys. All flirty and chatty. Puui! Dad told them that i was his daughter and Pat is his son-in-law. She just replied:" No, dun lie. Can't be!" (Of cos all in Thai lar) And then flirted somemore! What the heck is that suppose to mean??!! My dad dun look that young or i look too old to be his daughter?! WTF! Regreted for being passive after that comment.

Finally they decided to call it a day @ friggin 1.30am! It was a loooonnnnggg day. Happy to head home and sleep.

Sorry guys for the verbal diarrhea and no pics cos forgot to take. Hee.

Thailand Trip 10-11-05 (Thursday)

2005-11-18T05:45:00.000+08:00

It's been a few months since we last went back to Bangkok.

This time around, we took Swiss Air instead of the usual Thai Airways. Cannot collect frequent flyer miles cos Swiss Air is not under Star Alliance. What can i say bout Swiss Air? They have a clean and plain approach to their architecture as well as their food. Just Check It Out!

Pat's Meal

Aud's Meal

Do you really consider this a meal? No, seriously.

They are both the same actually. I feel like a prisoner of some sort, being served food that looks doubious and dry. And cannot get to choose. You don't get to choose from "Chicken or "Fish, Mdm?" Just one kind: YUCKS! THE CHICKEN IS AS TOUGH AS AN ANCIENT COWHIDE! And the air steward told me to enjoy my meal?! Are you kidding me?!!

But we get to sit on Recaro Seats ok! Dun pray pray ah!

I know you can't really see the words but take my word for it. IT IS A BONA FIDE RECARO! :D Sorry that i have a "lao yah" camera. Soon to change that. Hee hee!

Arrived at bout 10+ in the night. Waited for yonks for my dad to come and pick us up. I swear i can die just inhaling the carbon monoxide @ the taxi pickup point. Ahhh ....... it's nice to be back in Bangkok. :D

Dad finally came after almost 45 mins worth of waiting time!! At least he remembered to come and pick us up despite his busy work schedule doing the new Bangkok Airport (Suvarnabhumi Airport)!

Brought us for a bite @ the new Tawandang branch near our house. Pat and my dad had beer which is freshly brewed at the restaurant and i had a Cantalope Freeze (I think .... yeah yeah, i cannot tolerate alcohol. Go ahead and laugh.). We then ordered Mixed Sausages, Tempura Morning Glory (Bet you dun get this in Singapore!) and fried cabbage. YUMS! It tons better then what we had on the plane. We were all stuffed when we left the place. It was closing time as well. Too bad we left our camera in the car, so can't take any pics.

This trip is gonna be quite nicely packed with things to do. There's our usual Massage @ Sukumvit Soi 22, Movie (We're gonna watch Wallace & Gromit! YEEAAAAHHHH!), Sunday Market, The Charity Road Trip and on the last day, Skin Doctor Appointment before rushing off to the airport to catch our afternoon flight ......

Stay tuned!

Guess Who? (Part II)

2005-09-23T14:50:00.000+08:00

Hehe..

This is moi with my mommy....

Guess Who?

2005-09-23T14:21:00.000+08:00

Guess who is the cute baby in the picture?!
No prizes for the correct answer tho...

*Hint, its not me*

Wahahah! New Toy!

2005-09-09T11:39:00.000+08:00

Finally, got my wind deflector for my car! For those who doesn't know what that is... its that black plastic along the top of the window. Had to special order from Germany as Singapore don't sell accessories for my car... *sigh*