Sunday, February 12, 2012
Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody
R.I.P one of the greatest female singers of all time!
Your legacy and your music will continue to reign forever...
You will be missed.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Happy - My new commitment in life. Story of an adopter...
On 31.01.2012, I officially adopted my cousin's 4 year old Jack Russell Terrier. He had to give him up as the place he was moving to could not keep a dog.
To be honest, it was a hasty, whimsy decision (as are many of my decisions are based) and I didn't think it through fully, nor was I given a lot of time to think it fully through. I always wanted another dog after my first dog (3 month old golden retriver) had to be given back to the dog farm within less than a week of my ownership.
Sure I knew JRT's can be a handful and the feedback received from everyone has been unanimously similar - "Very hyper, energetic dog. Good luck!"
Happy (his name) has been under my care for 12 days and it sure has hell hasn't been easy. To my surprise he is very attached to me from the get go. And to be honest, it's still too early to tell. I have to constantly remind myself to give me a couple of months for everyone (dog included) to be properly settled.
Sure there are plenty of fustrating times, but there has been quite a number of happier moments as well. I guess I am not used to having someone or something being almost predominantly dependent on me. The rules of responsibilities have changed.
Can't quite say much now since it has really only been 2 weeks. Hope for better progress and more updates soon.
To be honest, it was a hasty, whimsy decision (as are many of my decisions are based) and I didn't think it through fully, nor was I given a lot of time to think it fully through. I always wanted another dog after my first dog (3 month old golden retriver) had to be given back to the dog farm within less than a week of my ownership.
Sure I knew JRT's can be a handful and the feedback received from everyone has been unanimously similar - "Very hyper, energetic dog. Good luck!"
Happy (his name) has been under my care for 12 days and it sure has hell hasn't been easy. To my surprise he is very attached to me from the get go. And to be honest, it's still too early to tell. I have to constantly remind myself to give me a couple of months for everyone (dog included) to be properly settled.
Sure there are plenty of fustrating times, but there has been quite a number of happier moments as well. I guess I am not used to having someone or something being almost predominantly dependent on me. The rules of responsibilities have changed.
Can't quite say much now since it has really only been 2 weeks. Hope for better progress and more updates soon.
January 2012 (Review)
It's been a pretty good start to 2012 and I hope it stays this way for the rest of the year. In a year mark with many new beginnings, a return of some old traditions and a drive to achieve goals set for myself, I must say "So far so good"!
Been busy with school, Chinese New Year, birthdays, etc etc etc.... By the end of Chinese New Year was dead exhausted (Too close proximity to X'mas and New Year's). Still, supposingly this year us Rabbits are the 3rd luckiest in this year of the Dragon (so fingers crossed it remains so).
Pictures speak a thousand words so I'll just upload a summarized version of my January.
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| The VERY beautiful and EXTREMELY funny Penny a.k.a "My Sugar Mommy #2" (Birthday celebration @ Shanghai Dolly) |
The Bangla's 24th Birthday @ Jurong Point/Holland V
Chinese New Year gathering at my place 28.01.2012
They say that a man's life can be reflected in the company of friends he hangs out with... That's why I live a great and happy life!
Some of my closest friends...
(Viv, Helms, Weiwan, Buds [JJ], Shaun, Charles, Gary, Steven, Steph, Az, Angeline, Jo, Edwin, Oreo, Lynn, Axel, Hui Xuan, Nabs, Fifi, Kat, Jane, Kenny - Thanks guys for coming!)
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| Day 01 CNY |
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| LO HEI! |
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| Candid-Shot of ours always involve throwing something all over the place... |
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| CHINESE NEW YEAR GATHERING @ ALVIN'S WITH OUR LUPPSUP (RMIT) GANG! - Janice, Ee Chin, Zhi Zhong, Nat, Ish, Ziwei, Sally, Kok Teng, Ivan, Rachel, Ben, Alvin, CK, Keely |
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Bryan Adams - (Everything I Do) I Do It For You, LIVE - SPECIAL EDIT
This song is a classic... Sad but classic.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
A CHAMPAGNE OF FUN AND A BUCKET OF LAUGHTER, WE TOAST AWAY A GOOD 2011 AND USHERED IN AN AWESOME 2012!
I must say this, this year's New Year's Eve is probably one of my best and probably one of the most memorable of all time. It was great fun from beginning to end, especially at the after-party. As my friend Jo mentioned, "Still smiling at last night's memories!"
And boy, are we still smiling!
We started by counting down at one of our regular haunts, "Sara's @ Upper Thomson".
In attendance: Viv, Helms, Az, Esther, Shaun, Charles, Nabs, SK and bf, and of course yours truly.As usual, we were the life of the party! We popped the bottles and poppers, covered the pub with streamers and noise, it was a BLAST!
Then came the true highlight of the night, joined by Jo, Edwin, Steph, Jess, Fiona and their other friends... we headed to the after-party held at my buddy's (JJ) gramps' place just 5 minutes drive down. Although we had to say bye to Viv, Helms and Az (who went back to Vic's)... The in-coming company were equal in FUN and LIFE! As promised, I brought an "army" of friends and continued the merry-making with buddy's other friends, family and of course, among ourselves. Certainly a night to remember, with all the booze and all the food, I sense a brand new tradition starting! We laughed, we joked, we sang, we cheered... IT WAS THE PERFECT START TO THE YEAR!
And so they say that the people you usher in the year with are the people you will spend much of the year with, the ones you cherish the most. I agree... for it matters not the place of the party but who you party with.
I sure as hell can't wait for the next time we paint the town RED!
P.S. Many thanks to all who came down in joining me for this very MEMORABLE New Year's Eve! And also many MANY thanks to my buddy and his family for hosting the after party!
1. SARA'S @ UPPER THOMSON'S
2. AFTER PARTY @ BUDDY'S PLACE
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| Those at the after-party |
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| I don't know, was this the point as many fingers shot? |
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| My buddy (JJ) |
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| FOOD! |
Monday, January 2, 2012
Avicii - Levels
HAPPY HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL MY AWESOME FRIENDS AND FAMILY!
2011 was already a pretty good year for me, especially since it is supposed to be a 犯太岁year. So I am very thankful for getting through it relatively unscathed. 2011 was a FUN year! But more on "2011 in review" on another post. I am still recovering from my school holidays filled with parties, including last night's countdown at Sara's with the gang (Vivian, Helms, Az, Esther, Nabs, Jo, Fiona, Shaun, Steph, Charles), before heading straight to my buddy's (JJ) gramps place nearby for the after party. THE AFTER PARTY ROCKED! Joined by Jess, Edwin, etc. who replaced Viv, Helms and Az (went off to another after party). Buddy's place was awesome and we all came to the same conclusion that it is our new tradition, especially since most of us are still smiling at the memories of the after party. GREAT START TO THE NEW YEAR!
Anyways, that's all for now... As I said, still recovering from all the partying.
First post of the year is dedicated to my song choice for the moment: "Levels" - Avicii (Many thanks to buddy and then VIV for making me hooked onto the song!)
Once again, WISHING ALL A HAPPY, HAPPY NEW YEAR! MAY THIS YEAR BE MORE AWESOME THAN THE LAST! AND REMEMBER, IF YOU ARE DRINKING, DON'T DRIVE!
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Mind Games
Left or right,
Up or down.
It is not about what's right or what's wrong.
We are neither good nor bad.
Once in a while,
It's the best it's ever done.
But mostly,
It renders us stupid.
What makes us who we are,
Is defined by what we do,
After the stupidity has been done...
Monday, October 17, 2011
Jay Chou's new album Exclamation Mark, fight over to listen to new song Shadow Puppetry
Jay Chou's new album Exclamation Mark, fight over to listen to new song Shadow Puppetry
CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEW ALBUM! TIME TO STALK HMV FOR THE PRE-ORDER!
CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEW ALBUM! TIME TO STALK HMV FOR THE PRE-ORDER!
CHECK THIS OUT! TIGER JUMPS ONTO AN ELEPHANT AND ATTACKS A MAN!
CHECK THIS VIDEO OUT! Yes I know it was viral back in 2004 but still.
CHECK OUT THE TIGER LEAPING ONTO AN ELEPHANT AND ATTACKING A MAN!
The rangers in India were trying to tranquilize the Tigress (Female Tiger) as it was too near a village. Instead, the Tigress got so worked up it came out of nowhere and leaped onto an adult elephant and attacked one of the rangers. He survived with some cuts. But look at that JUMP! Damn!
That tigress got away but was never to be seen again.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Talk. Listen.
Talk when you need to talk.
Listen when you need to listen.
There is no talking and listening when you are talking and listening at the same time.
There is no fault.
Nor is there a right or wrong.
It is a choice.
You choose to listen what you think what the world must be saying.
You choose to believe what you have heard.
You choose to think what you heard is what you know and what it must be.
And then you talk and talk and talk and talk.
You truly have not listened.
We can all talk the talk, but only few can walk the walk.
Listening is a skill done with your heart and not just your ears.
So make the right choice.
Find the right balance.
Or you will find that one day it is too late.
When you realize your friends are not longer your friends not because of what they have done.
But because what you have failed to do.
Visited: RED LANTERN @ FULLTERTON BAY HOTEL, SINGAPORE
On Friday, I finally tried out a new "watering" hole outside my usual haunts of Sara's, Zouk or Princep Street. Went to 'Red Lantern' at Fullerton Bay Hotel for the first time with my friend Vivian.
After a literal 5 minute walk from the hotel entrance to the lift lobby that brings us up to the rooftop of the short, boutique hotel that is Fullerton Bay, the first thought upon exiting the lift: "Fuck, should have withdrawn money"!
A swimming pool, MBS in the background somewhere, black and white feel... You know you are in the right place if you want to relax on a Friday night. It didn't look pack when we reached at 10pm (reservation-less) and that was a mistake. All tables were full in this cosy little night spot. We were offered standing by the bar, no objections given since promises of tables were assured if one was available.
We did eventually got a cushion-bed-sofa-chair or whatever it is by the Singapore River overlooking MBS, the LV Island and Avalon. I must admit, it was a pretty comfortable feeling. Definitely a great place to chill out (especially on a Friday), knock back some beers and just relax with friends. And its an even better place for sadist out there who wish to "show-off" they can enjoy the night drinking whilst those still stuck in the office which surrounded and overlooked 'Red Lantern' enjoy the jealousy of not being able to enjoy the "TGIF" moment. Plus, the place is rather breezy and not hot or stuffy and I know this because I was wearing my thick, black Zara jacket that night and I wasn't feeling the heat.
As expected, the drinks were pricey but reasonable. By reasonable I am comparing to higher-end places. It is also a great place to catch the laser show from MBS. The service staffs are excellent and attentive. They could do better with their signature drinks but no complains. Best to call-in and reserve seats. If there is really one complain, it's that their toilets are DAMN COLD. For some reason, the air-con in the toilet makes you feel like you have momentarily stepped into some winter wonderland.
OKAY OKAY, confession time....
CONFESSION #1. Viv and I ordered a total of 4 drinks (2 Heineken's and 2 cocktails). However they only billed us 1 Heineken and 1 cocktail. We DID ask about it but apparently the staff claimed the bill was settled. Fine by me. Saved us $30 at least.
CONFESSION #2. I parked via the valet services at Fullerton Bay Hotel and I only realized the valet charges AFTER 1 hour. Apparently charges are as follows: $12 for the first hour. $5 for the subsequent hours. FUCKING expensive but it is after all, hotel valet charges. 2nd great "deal" of the night came when I picked up my car, after 3 hours of parking, I was only charged the 1st hour of $12. Hell saves me another $10.
Great night of lucky deals. Not going to complain much since these kinds of situations do NOT happen very often. Take it when the opportunity rises huh. Anyways, overall Red Lantern is a great little spot to go if you want to relax, find some peace, unwind with friends or partners. It's quiet, cosy and gives off a touch of "Entourage-esque".
After a literal 5 minute walk from the hotel entrance to the lift lobby that brings us up to the rooftop of the short, boutique hotel that is Fullerton Bay, the first thought upon exiting the lift: "Fuck, should have withdrawn money"!
A swimming pool, MBS in the background somewhere, black and white feel... You know you are in the right place if you want to relax on a Friday night. It didn't look pack when we reached at 10pm (reservation-less) and that was a mistake. All tables were full in this cosy little night spot. We were offered standing by the bar, no objections given since promises of tables were assured if one was available.
We did eventually got a cushion-bed-sofa-chair or whatever it is by the Singapore River overlooking MBS, the LV Island and Avalon. I must admit, it was a pretty comfortable feeling. Definitely a great place to chill out (especially on a Friday), knock back some beers and just relax with friends. And its an even better place for sadist out there who wish to "show-off" they can enjoy the night drinking whilst those still stuck in the office which surrounded and overlooked 'Red Lantern' enjoy the jealousy of not being able to enjoy the "TGIF" moment. Plus, the place is rather breezy and not hot or stuffy and I know this because I was wearing my thick, black Zara jacket that night and I wasn't feeling the heat.
As expected, the drinks were pricey but reasonable. By reasonable I am comparing to higher-end places. It is also a great place to catch the laser show from MBS. The service staffs are excellent and attentive. They could do better with their signature drinks but no complains. Best to call-in and reserve seats. If there is really one complain, it's that their toilets are DAMN COLD. For some reason, the air-con in the toilet makes you feel like you have momentarily stepped into some winter wonderland.
OKAY OKAY, confession time....
CONFESSION #1. Viv and I ordered a total of 4 drinks (2 Heineken's and 2 cocktails). However they only billed us 1 Heineken and 1 cocktail. We DID ask about it but apparently the staff claimed the bill was settled. Fine by me. Saved us $30 at least.
CONFESSION #2. I parked via the valet services at Fullerton Bay Hotel and I only realized the valet charges AFTER 1 hour. Apparently charges are as follows: $12 for the first hour. $5 for the subsequent hours. FUCKING expensive but it is after all, hotel valet charges. 2nd great "deal" of the night came when I picked up my car, after 3 hours of parking, I was only charged the 1st hour of $12. Hell saves me another $10.
Great night of lucky deals. Not going to complain much since these kinds of situations do NOT happen very often. Take it when the opportunity rises huh. Anyways, overall Red Lantern is a great little spot to go if you want to relax, find some peace, unwind with friends or partners. It's quiet, cosy and gives off a touch of "Entourage-esque".
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
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