The Bounty Hunter

Mine Mine

2012-01-20T21:04:00.000+08:00

作詞：周杰倫作曲：周杰倫

沒有你的生活　我開始寫小說
好多畫面好多靈感　我要把稿費都給你
巷口不小心經過　你的車子依舊停在紅線　
幫你繳罰單　你叫我別管　我才想到我們已經分開

想起那一個夏天　那不是那不是那是冬天
想起你生氣的臉　每天就像冬天　
唉～唉～唉～　你說那是愛～愛～愛～

誰該堅強起來　月亮還是太陽
是誰遮了誰　是誰都會依賴
你說已分開　為什麼還要幫你撐傘

Cuz baby you are mine mine（Mine....）
Mine mine（Mine....）
太快　就承認我真的很想你
會不會沒有男子氣概　You say
Bye-bye（Bye....）　Oh bye-bye（Bye....）
拆開　我的心隨你看　滿滿的都是愛

我的眼皮跳一下　代表你在想我
我的耳朵癢一下　代表你在講我壞話
我沒這麼不好吧　不用跟朋友說吧
如果以後和好了　看到你朋友不是很尷尬

想起那一個夏天　那不是那不是那是冬天
想起你生氣的臉　每天就像冬天
唉～唉～唉～　你說那是愛～愛～愛～

騙誰　我說的氣話都收回
我寫的小說根本是空白黑夜
你說既然已分開　為何還要幫你撐傘

嘜嘜　你嘜擱嘜擱偷偷離開
嘜嘜　你嘜擱嘜擱偷偷離開
嘜驚　我不會放你一人治那　
你想祙有人靠有人會疼

嘜吶　你雨傘雨傘趕緊打開
嘜吶　你雨傘雨傘趕緊打開
嘜鬧　落大雨你淋雨我艱苦　
落大雨我沒你會艱苦

Cuz baby you are mine mine（Mine....）
Mine mine（Mine....）
太快　就承認我真的很想你
會不會沒有男子氣概　You say
嘜吶　你雨傘雨傘趕緊打開
嘜吶　你雨傘雨傘趕緊打開
嘜鬧　落大雨你淋雨我艱苦　
落大雨我沒你會艱苦　會艱苦...

世界未末日

2012-01-20T21:01:00.001+08:00

作詞：方文山作曲：周杰倫

這街道在下陷我們就快失去了家園
妳我卻都沒有埋怨將眼淚停格瞬間
街景摧毀我內心卻不輕易撤退
滿天風雪我們會微笑去面對

我牽著妳的手一路穿梭在城市路口
就算故事到了盡頭我們也絕不退縮
快轉風景被一再提醒失去森林
落葉聲音停不住我們的關心

就算是世界要崩潰親愛的我也絕不會落淚
不放棄愛過的那種感覺珍惜著有妳記憶的一切
就算是世界要傾斜親愛的我也絕不說離別
儘管末日威脅再強烈有愛就不累

我牽著妳的手一路穿梭在城市路口
就算故事到了盡頭我們也絕不退縮
快轉風景被一再提醒失去森林
落葉聲音停不住我們的關心

就算是世界要崩潰親愛的我也絕不會落淚
不放棄愛過的那種感覺珍惜著有妳記憶的一切
就算是世界要傾斜親愛的我也絕不說離別
儘管末日威脅再強烈有愛就不累

Running Running Running

2012-01-17T00:29:00.003+08:00

New Year, New Running Challenges....

Feb Safari Zoo Run - 12km
Feb Urbanathlon - 14km
Mar Biathlon - 1.5km swim and 10km run
Apr 2XU run - 15km
Apr Run350 - 21km
May Sundown Marathon - 42km

I run because I have nothing better to do....

Re-visiting Singapore

2012-01-17T00:13:00.002+08:00

Well, that was one of the thing I set out to do when I return from overseas assignments.... but I have yet to accomplish it. SO this year, I'm going to make it one of my goal to visit all the places of interests in Singapore. In order to kick start this, I will make a list and strike off every month.... so here goes...

1. Jurong Bird Park
2. Zoo
3. Night Safari
4. Sungei Buloh
5. Universal Studio
6. Science Centre
7. Haw Par Villa
8. Kranji War Memorial
9. Mount Faber / Henderson Waves
10. Botanic Gardens
11. Sentosa
12. Chinese / Japanese Garden

12 months, 12 places... let the visiting begins!

Happy New Year!!

2012-01-01T00:01:00.000+08:00

Welcome 2012!!

Completion!

2011-12-04T21:05:00.003+08:00

The 42km marathon, that is....

Standard Chartered Marathon

Had a good run, completed the 42km in 6 hours 40 mins... I would say it is okay for my second attempt, started walking after the 30km mark. The sun was scorching at the Marina and ECP area, but otherwise quite an okay race...

Next 42km... Sundown Marathon in May 2012!

The Newton it is....

2011-11-26T22:44:00.002+08:00

Yup, decided that I will take the Newton to the Marathon...

The Kinvara 2 is nice to train in, but I guess I will need the cushioning the Newton provides over the punishing 42km.

Counting down....

Haven't gone out shooting for a while....

2011-11-22T22:50:00.001+08:00

Need to take my 150mm f2 for spin real soon......

Newton Motion vs Saucony Kinvara 2

2011-11-17T22:03:00.002+08:00

Both are lightweight running shoes for people who have a fore-foot strike.

The Newton Motion is double the price of the Kinvara 2!!

After running with both, I find that I preferred the Newton over the Saucony simply because there is more cushioning and more 'springy' feel to the shoes - That is provided I am running on a relatively flat surface like East Coast Park. but if running on roads, I think the Kinvara 2 is a better choice.

Although my preference is towards the Newton, the Kinvara 2 actually is still a very good pair of shoes - it holds up well as a trainer and also as a race day shoe.

The next thing is to see how durable both shoes are, I'm alternating between them and see which one wears out faster. I do hope that the Newton hold up better as it costs twice as much!

Now I'm deciding which to wear during the Full Marathon.... ???

2011 Marathon Route is OUT!

2011-10-24T23:24:00.001+08:00

Same as last year.... human barbeque along the stretch before Marina Barrage...

First run with the Newton

2011-10-22T23:13:00.000+08:00

I try out the Newton this morning at East Coast, the shoes were a great fit, and it was very comfortable but it feels very very weird to walk in them. This is due to the 4 lugs at the forefoot area, it feels like you are walking over little humps all the time... but once I got into the running strides, the feeling is 'shiok', the 4 lugs act as cushion to the landing and I felt like I wanted to go faster which I did... I usually do a 1km every 7 minute but today it was 6 min 50 sec. I would attribute it to the shoes.

I am a natural 'forefoot striker', so I was very 'at home' with the Newton. It gave me the comfort and cushioning I never had when running with the Kayano 17.... I never knew there was so much in shoes engineering....

Happy with the investment. :)

Running Gear - update

2011-10-19T23:32:00.005+08:00

Newton Motion
Saucony Kinvara 2
Drymax Socks
Nike+ Sports Band and Sensor
Nike Audio Waistpack
Ipod Shuffle 4th Gen
Sennheiser PMX 680 Neckband Headphones

Newton Running Shoes - Motion

2011-10-19T23:11:00.011+08:00

My Asics Kayano 17 lasted me 9 months and 400km and gave up the ghost after the punishing New Balance Real Run which took it through sand... so after a bit of research and review, I realise I am actually a 'natural' runner... well, I land on my fore-foot instead of my heels. So I went around looking for shoes that support forefoot running, and wala, the Newton Running Shoes came up...

After a bit more research and reading up reviews, I decided to get the Motion Lightweight Trainer. They were not exactly cheap, at S$269 a pop, just S$10 cheaper than the Kayano. But I think I have the shoes for me... the fit was very good, and landing with the forefoot is a joy with the cushioning...

The new shoes is also noticeably lighter than the Kayano 17 (about 56 grams lighter), it does makes a difference towards the end of a long distance run. One of the best feature is that the mesh is very very breathable and will help to dry up moisture or sweat build-up in the feet quickly - excellent as I really perspire when I pound the road...

Now I'm ready to take on the next Marathon!

2011 - 3 quarters of the YEAR gone by....

2011-10-02T22:32:00.004+08:00

Every time of this year, I will lament how time flies and we always can't seem to keep up...

Let's see what I've accomplished so far;

Work front
- Crossed trained staff, and rotated among the sections
- Successfully groomed a new Accountant and transferred him out
- Successfully trained the operations managers to be more business savvy
- Successfully conducted the vertical challenge in the hotel

Personal achievements / satisfaction
- Completed 1 half marathon and 1 full marathon
- Got a new 150mm lens, and the new E-P3 camera, and finally splurged on the Billinghams (Hadley Small & Hadley Pro)
- Upgraded to the new Mac Mini with Lion OS (although I still refuses to buy an iPhone :P )
- Got some photos (night shots) which I am personally proud of

The last quarter of the year will see me doing 1 more half marathon and the customary full marathon in Dec, I will also help out in the organisation of the Run for Hope event. And I will also need to train the new Accountant and get the department stabilise again, not to mention the interim audit that is happening in November....

Still have yet to visit the Bird Park and Zoo to try out my 150mm lens, and also to continue to commit to my own self-imposed restriction of 'no more buying of cameras, computing products and accessories'!! My last purchase will be the Bose Sounddock.... after that, I will refrain from spending money on electronic products and accessories until the end of 2012! No specific reasons, just wanted to discipline myself (and challenge myself) from always wanting to get the latest gadgets!

The last part of the year also marks the beginning of my 5th year being a married man, still thinking of what to buy....

Looks like I still got quite a bit to do in the final 3 months....

Chiong ah!!!

Army Half Marathon

2011-09-04T12:25:00.001+08:00

Another half marathon conquered!

Nike Run

Shoot the moon!

2011-08-11T23:06:00.002+08:00

A shot taken to test out my new 150mm. Handheld, spot-meter, f/2.0

National Day Parade 2011

2011-08-09T23:38:00.003+08:00

Only managed a few decent shots.... too crowded!

Lost another wisdom tooth

2011-07-08T09:25:00.002+08:00

Alright, as one gets older, her gets wiser, so to be not so wise, I had my wisdom tooth removed... This time,on the left side. This time, the surgery was a bit longer as the dentist had to cut the tooth in order to extract it....

I'm going to have porridge diet the next few days, and probably lose some punds :(

My first Marathon (that I completed)

2011-05-29T14:55:00.005+08:00

Yes, completed the Sundown Marathon in 7 hours....

http://go.nike.com/5jcvj75

It was a great experience... needless to say I have to really push myself to go on and on and on... it was tough but I'm glad I pulled through and after this grueling experience, I am ready to better this timing at the next marathon!

Never Give Up!

10 more days to go!!!

2011-05-18T23:41:00.001+08:00

For the sundown marathon.... am I prepared? Kind of... but I just want to finish the whole course and want to accomplish what I set out to do 3 months ago when I sign up for the run.

No pain, no gain!

痴风（新加坡电影"吃风"主题曲）- 冯欣慧

2011-05-07T22:46:00.004+08:00

分裂无所谓
梦太甜心太累
你扬手我跟随
你掉头我后退

想颓废不为谁
这世界多虚伪
靠直觉都犯罪
一掉泪不能飞
让我醉失去防备

爱愈曲折愈蔓延
从前像是褪色画面
天离我好远好远
眼前我想继续冒险

抽离没关系
未沉溺不得已
爱偏离痛交集
用记忆来呼吸

不上天不遁地
讲道理没意义
按规矩会窒息
谁叫我不是你
再刻意也不稀奇

分裂无所谓
梦太甜心太累
你扬手我跟随
你掉头我后退

想体会不为谁
这一切多虚伪
爱烧尽才后悔
你枯竭才心灰

爱愈曲折愈蔓延
从前像是褪色画面
天永远瞬息万变
让我寂寞无处搁浅

Never looking to win in a marathon, but always in it to finish.....

2011-04-30T13:37:00.002+08:00

"I've learned that finishing a marathon isn't just an athletic achievement. It's a state of mind; a state of mind that says anything is possible."

“If you want to become the best runner you can be, start now. Don't spend the rest of your life wondering if you can do it.”

Manchester United - there goes the treble...

2011-04-17T20:40:00.002+08:00

Of all teams, we have to lose to our neighbours in the FA Cup, a lapse of concentration, an error which leads to the winning goal goal... oh well, as they always say - the ball is round (sphere), anything can happen.

Let's hope we do better in the Champions League, cannot afford to give away cheap goals at this level of competition.

2XU 12 km Run

2011-04-10T22:00:00.001+08:00

Completed the run successfully despite a little drizzle.... overall a nice morning run, and the finisher medal was quite cool.... :)

Now the next target is to complete the sundown marathon at the end of May!! Gambatte!

Ever did anything memorable on your birthday?

2011-03-23T23:11:00.000+08:00

Well, I did. Today I extracted my wisdon tooth!! The nurse actually asked me twice - are you sure you want to do this on your birthday? Hahaha... well hell ya! It was planned a week ago, such that the 5 days MC that I will be getting will not interfere with my work... (how thoughtful!) :P

Anyway, initially it was only 2 teeth, ended up 4 of my teeth were extracted as they were growing out of place and has caused some infection... :(

Sad... the best part is, this is only round one! Round two coming up in a months' time when I will have to extract the wisdom tooth on my left side... :(

So, moral of the story - look after your teeth!

Lion dance to welcome the year of the tiger

2011-02-13T11:56:00.001+08:00

Taking part in...

2011-01-20T00:45:00.003+08:00

.... paid and decided to get myself hype up for the following runs

1. 12 Feb - Zoo Safari Run - 8km
2. 10 Apr - 2XU Compression Run - 12km
3. 28 May - Sundown Marathon - 42km (yikes!)

Hahaha... hopefully can make it through in my second attempt of the full marathon!

My Running Gear

2011-01-09T19:24:00.002+08:00

ASICS Gel Kayano 17
ASICS Support Socks
Nike+ Sports Band and Sensor
Nike Audio Waistpack
Ipod Shuffle 4th Gen
Sennheiser PMX 80 Neckband Headphones
1 x 220 ml fuel belt bottle

ASICS Gel-Kayano 17

2011-01-09T19:15:00.002+08:00

Bought a new par of running shoes over the weekend, this is the most expensive pair of running shoes that I've bought in my life! Costs me $279!! But still cheaper than Cheryl's Jimmy Choo and Stuart Weitzman!! :P

Well, reason being I want to RUN! Yes, set my sights on the 2 marathons this year! The sun-down marathon and the standard chartered marathon at the end of the year...

Anyway, back to the shoes, the Kayano 17 is supposed to be the latest addition to the ASICS kayano series, and I have to say, those are amazing shoes! Very well balanced and cushioned, I'm recovering from an injured ankle, but running with those shoes, I did not felt the sore at the ankle and I could continue in my normal stride. I can feel that running with it is very stable and each stride is cushioned and comfortable. I do not have to worry about the legs, just concentrate on running...

The only complain is that I'll have to get a little attachment to clip on the Nike+ transmitter.... small thing, just another $16 spent but it looks ugly lor...

Run Run Run!

Welcome 2011!!

2011-01-01T18:24:00.001+08:00

The end is near....

2010-12-30T00:37:00.002+08:00

.... 2010 that is. What did I achieve this year?

- Transfer back to Singapore
- Bought a new car
- Zhng my car
- Watched the F1 race
- Took the Singapore Flyer
- Bought a new camera
- Ran the Marathon (didn't finish though)

Hmm... didn't do much, but I guess coming back home in itself is a big change, and I am now settling in comfortably... too comfortable perhaps, need to look for new excitement!

A few things I hope to do in 2011

- A photo a day
- Re-visit all places of interests in Singapore (for photography mainly)
- Swim once a week
- Train harder for the marathon (must complete!)
- Save money!

男人女人

2010-12-25T17:02:00.001+08:00

爱爱爱爱了几回
也明白其中滋味
付出的从来不会等于收回
我却还在等待着谁能出现

伤伤伤伤了几回
也曾经为爱憔悴
爱情里好人总比坏人狼狈
我却还是学不会狠心对谁

男人男人多希望你是好人
多希望用你的真让我不必再心疼
女人女人我答应做个好人
我答应用我一生来换你的快乐一生

爱爱爱爱了几回
也明白其中滋味
付出的从来不会等于收回
我却还在等待着谁能出现

伤伤伤伤了几回
也曾经为爱憔悴
爱情好人总比坏人狼狈
我却还是学不会狠心对谁

男人男人多希望你是好人
多希望用你的真让我不必再心疼
女人女人我答应做个好人
我答应用我一生来换你的快乐一生

男人男人多希望你是好人
多希望用你的真让我不必再心疼
女人女人我答应做个好人
不会再让我(你)心疼一等再等
你就是我等的那个人

男人男人
女人女人
多么希望你是对的人

我的回憶不是我的

2010-12-25T16:58:00.001+08:00

傷心的總會任性灰心的總會用氣力
將最好的過去將最多的細碎鎖到屬於你的眼睛

失戀的不夠耐性失戀的不信是注定
於最黑的世界於最光的剎那感到屬於你的氣息

即使很多一起過的想起的通通你的
為著是浪漫的愛情
通通都可再見但承諾可再聽
什麼可不變色 Oh baby
當晚與你記住蒲公英今晚偏偏想起風的清勁
回憶不再受制於我我承認
今晚站在大地自己傾聽
難道送別你回頭總是虔誠誰能怪我總是太感性

失戀的都有惰性失戀的都記住約定
當理想的世界當理想的剎那因愛無分你的我的

即使很多一起過的想起的通通你的
為著是浪漫的愛情
通通都可再見但承諾可再聽
什麼可不變色 Oh baby
當晚與你記住蒲公英今晚偏偏想起風的清勁
回憶不再受制於我我承認
回憶也許你的當晚與你記住流水聲
今晚站在大地自己傾聽
難道送別你回頭總是虔誠誰能怪我總是太感性

The Red Devils at the top of the EPL and remains unbeaten!

2010-11-29T01:04:00.002+08:00

Yes, after Newcastle United held Chelsea to a draw, Man Utd is back at the top of the premier league table and remains unbeaten in all competitions including the Champions League.

Berbatov is the star recently and he joins the ranks of the few premier league goal scorers who hit 5 in a single game.

Let's hope the Red Devils can maintain the momentum and have a good run-in and reclaim the premiership crown this season!

The Sound System is Complete

2010-11-28T21:26:00.004+08:00

Yes, today I finally decided to install the active sub-woofer to complete the sound system in my Mazda 6. Needless to say, it has brought the listening pleasure to a whole new level

The entire Helix cost me quite a bit....

Helix Dark Blue Front and Rear Speakers
Helix Dark Blue 4 Channel Amplifier
Helix Dark Blue Passive Sub-Woofer

...but to enjoy my favourite music while cruising on the expressway.... the feeling is in-describable.

经典电影台词

2010-11-21T21:07:00.003+08:00

曾经有一份真诚的爱情放在我面前,我没有珍惜,
等我失去的时候我才后悔莫及,人世间最痛苦的事莫过于此。
如果上天能够给我一个再来一次的机会,
我会对那个女孩子说三个字:我爱你。
如果非要在这份爱上加上一个期限,
我希望是…… 一万年!

出来跑，迟早要还的。

轻轻的我走了，正如我轻轻的来。
挥一挥衣袖，不带走一片云彩。

当你年轻时，以为什么都有答案，
可是老了的时候，你可能又觉得其实人生并没有所谓的答案。

人生下来的时候都只有一半，为了找到另一半而在人世间行走。
有的人幸运，很快就找到了。而有人却要找一辈子……

Training hard for Marathon....

2010-11-09T23:49:00.002+08:00

One more month to go before my first attempt at the 42 km marathon.... training hard for it, but the problem is I cannot get past 2 hours of running, the first hour was okay, the second hour was a drag but I still dragged myself through it... the third hour, I just couldn't get myself to continue... it gets too boring... hopefully on the actual day, I will have the motivation...

恰似你的温柔

2010-10-23T21:10:00.001+08:00

某年某月的某一天,
就象一张破碎的脸.
难以开口道再见,
就让一切走远.
这不是一件容易的事,
我们却都没有哭泣.
让它淡淡地来,
让它好好地去.
到如今年复一年,
我不能停止怀念.
怀念你,怀念从前.
但愿那海风再起,
只为那浪花的手,
恰似你的温柔.

某年某月的某一天,
就象一张破碎的脸.
难以开口道再见,
就让一切走远.
这不是一件容易的事,
我们却都没有哭泣.
让它淡淡地来,
让它好好地去.
到如今年复一年,
我不能停止怀念.
怀念你,怀念从前.
但愿那海风再起,
只为那浪花的手,
恰似你的温柔.

到如今年复一年,
我不能停止怀念.
怀念你,怀念从前.
但愿那海风再起,
只为那浪花的手,
恰似你的温柔.

梅艷芳 - 夢伴

2010-10-20T00:10:00.001+08:00

煤气灯不禁影照街里一对蚯蚓
照过以俩心相亲一对小情人
沉默以拥吻抵抗一切的冰与冷
晚意借北风轻轻的飘起长长裙
多温馨(心里) 风中那笑声(淌泪)

尝尽了失意的我将一切都褪去
再到这风中心中竟仿似伤痕累累
然后再记忆起当晚跟你在这里
相依相拥中交出的心早已失去
(失去) (已破碎) 不可以再追(洒泪)
(Don't worry, Don't worry Baby)

今天今天星闪闪
剩下我漆黑中北风中带着泪
念当天当天跟他一起的每天
今天今天星闪闪
剩下我漆黑中北风中带泪悼念
当天的心欢欣再也再也再也不见
一切以失去不可以再追

Premier League season is back!

2010-08-14T20:32:00.002+08:00

After a 3 month break, with the World Cup in between, the English Premier League is back! Starhub is no longer the broadcaster, and I'm against MIO TV, the only way to watch soccer is on-line streaming... Well, not an ideal situation but at least I get to still catch the soccer action.

Let's hope MIO TV will be out of business and REAL cable TV can be back!

An ICE journey

2010-07-20T00:40:00.005+08:00

For people who are unfamiliar, ICE means In-Car Entertainment.

I never understand why people spend loads of money on the audio system in their car, but now that I've been through the process, I fully understand and appreciate.

All my previous cars, I've never paid attention to the audio, well, as long as there is some bass, the sound is clear, I am happy.

For my current ride, I started with upgrading the stock speakers with a set of Pioneer component speakers in the front and a set of JBL coaxial speakers at the back. The sound was good, but I find that it lacks bass, so I went back and install a Steelmate Active Subwoofer below the passenger seat.

All was well, until one day, I decided to change the head unit so that I can play music from my iPod. I also installed a rear view camera at the same time. Then the rear JBL start to vibrate and upon recommendation, I replaced them with Helix Dark Blue 62.1 component speakers. The Helix put the front Pioneer speakers to shame, and very soon, the Pioneer speakers gave way as well. Having heard the quality of the sound, I decided to have the Helix Dark Blue 62.1 component speakers installed in the front.

Time passed, and the Mrs start to complain the that 'boom boom boom' from the active subwoofer is overwhelming. So went back for a solution, and was recommended the Helix Dark Blue 4 Channel amplifier. The guys hooked it up and I was blown away by the sheer quality. I also have monster cables and shielded speaker cables to go with the entire setup.

So after 4 months and S$3,000 later, I'm a proud owner of a quality audio system in my car. The pleasure of driving doubled, as I cruise along the expressway with my favourite track.

ICE is cool :)

青花瓷

2010-07-19T22:44:00.001+08:00

素眉勾勒秋千话北风龙转丹
屏层鸟绘的牡丹一如你梳妆
黯然腾香透过窗心事我了然
宣纸上皱边直尺各一半
油色渲染侍女图因为被失藏
而你嫣然的一笑如含苞待放
你的美一缕飘散
去到我去不了的地方

天正在等烟雨
而我在等你
炊烟袅袅升起
隔江千万里
在平地书刻你房间上的飘影
就当我为遇见你伏笔
天正在等烟雨
而我在等你
月色被打捞起
掩盖了结局
如传世的青花瓷在独自美丽
你眼的笑意

色白花青的景已跃然于碗底
临摹宋体落款时却惦记着你
你隐藏在药效里一千年的秘密
急溪里犹如羞花沾落地
林外芭蕉　惹咒语
梦幻的铜绿
而我路过那江南小镇的等你
在泼墨山水画里
你从墨色深处被隐去

天正在等烟雨
而我在等你
炊烟袅袅升起
隔江千万里
在平地书刻你房间上的飘影
就当我为遇见你伏笔
天正在等烟雨
而我在等你
月色被打捞起
掩盖了结局
如传世的青花瓷在独自美丽
你眼的笑意

Aquarium II

2010-07-10T23:25:00.002+08:00

Having successfully cycled and completed the aquarium at home, I am now ready to embark on the project of setting up a larger aquarium in the office...

It will be a 80 litre tank and I have already bought the stuff and readied them for installation on Sunday!

Now the tough part is deciding what kind of fish to keep. Goldfish anyone?

Fishes Fishes Fishes

2010-07-04T20:56:00.003+08:00

Yes yes yes! My little aquarium is now cycled and I've put in some little fishes in there...

3 x Rummynose
2 x White Cloud Minnow
1 x Cory
5 x Bleeding Heart Tetra

it's a beauty. Pictures later... :)

Project Aquarium

2010-06-26T16:56:00.002+08:00

Alright, now I'm running out of things to do during the weekends.... so thought of setting up an aquarium at home. The idea is not a fresh one, I've been toying with it since day 1 of moving into my new home. The hold up was that I couldn't find a decent looking tank that fits into the 'theme' of my house. Finally chance upon a small Fuval 23 litre tank while doing the CAI for my ride. The tank is expensive but it fits into the house, so despite the heart pain and went for it. Of course along with the tank, I bought the pump, filters, ornaments etc...

The tank is now setup, waiting for the eco-system to develop before introducing fishes into it...

Patience....

World Cup 2010 - the story so far...

2010-06-25T22:21:00.003+08:00

The last 16 teams have finally emerged after battling it out in the group stages. Quite a few surprises in this year's world cup - Champions Italy is out and France is also out of the competition with their pride destroyed.

A few surprise packages in the group stages, teams like New Zealand, Australia, Slovakia managing to go toe-to-toe with the traditional 'big boys'. England has been disappointing, hopefully they warm up to their games and go all the way...

Now the tournament gets more exciting as the teams have only one chance to do it right.

Ultimate driving machine

2010-05-30T00:07:00.019+08:00

Modifications from stock

Engine Bay & Handling
- BMC CDA Air Filter w/ CAI
- 4-2-1 Extractor
- Alutec Front Strut Bar
- Front Anti-roll Bar
- Rear Anti-roll Bar
- BC V1 Coilovers
- VTTR Mni 6-pot brake kit
- Unichip Q

Aesthetics
- HID headlights
- Side signal mirror cover
- Twister wide angle side mirrors
- Kyowa KR572 18" Lightweight Rims
- Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE001 225/40/18 tires
- Fog lights

I.C.E
- Pioneer 3150 Double DIN
- Helix Dark Blue 62.1 Component speakers (Front & Rear)
- Helix Dark Blue 4 channel amplifier
- Reverse camera

Other (useless) mods
- Pivot Mega Raizin w/Grounding
- Pivot Spark Earth
- Pivot Ignition Earth
- Pivot 3-drive Throttle Controller
- Broquet BM40

被遺忘的時光- 蔡琴

2010-05-29T14:46:00.001+08:00

是誰在敲打我窗
是誰在撩動琴弦
那一段被遺忘的時光
漸漸地回升出我心坎
那緩緩飄落的小雨
不停地打在我窗
只有那沉默不語的我
不停地回想過去
是誰在敲打我窗
是誰在撩動琴弦
記憶中那歡樂的情景
漸漸地回升出我的腦海

Nike+ Sports Band

2010-05-28T14:34:00.003+08:00

Bought this cool little device to monitor my runs...

Not that I will run faster with this, but at east this will help me monitor my progress and perhaps act as a little catalyst to motivating me hit my target of the marathon by the end of the year...

Registered for 2010 Marathon

2010-05-23T16:36:00.002+08:00

Here we go again... this time I've signed up for the full 42km marathon. It's a personal challenge and I look forward to myself completing the race.

It's less than 6 months from now, so I've already started running 3 times a week, hopefully by December I will be able to complete the race.

It's kinda very personal, cos in recent years, in many things I do, I find myself 'almost' completing something - there but not quite there... it's something I've gradually changing and be conscious about completing what I started I to do.

May Enhancements to my ride

2010-05-16T16:48:00.007+08:00

Aesthetics
- Switched to HID headlights
- Changed to 18" Kyowa Racing KR 572 Rims
- Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE001 tires (225/40/18)

Handling
- BC V1 Coilovers
- Alutec Front Strut Bar

Engine Room
- Broquet BootMaster40

Did I say enough modding of the car?

2010-05-16T16:46:00.003+08:00

Hehehe.... just added a set of Coilovers and got a 2nd hand Strut Bar. The car now handles superbly and corners like it is on rails. :)

Ok ok, no more Mods, really enough, cos spent a lot already.

Congratulations Marion!

2010-05-02T16:51:00.001+08:00

First of May

2010-05-01T01:17:00.001+08:00

When I was small, and Christmas trees were tall,
we used to love while others used to play.
Don't ask me why, but time has passed us by,
some one else moved in from far away.

Now we are tall, and Christmas trees are small,
and you don't ask the time of day.
But you and I, our love will never die,
but guess we'll cry come first of May.
The apple tree that grew for you and me,
I watched the apples falling one by one.
And I recall the moment of them all,
the day I kissed your cheek and you were mine.

When I was small, and Christmas trees were tall,
Don't ask me why, but time has passed us by,
some one else moved in from far away.

Enough Mods for now...

2010-04-21T20:34:00.003+08:00

2 months has past since getting the Mazda 6 SP... and I have been very happy driving the baby around. I've also done up a lot of additions to the engine room, drive-train and touch up the car cosmetically. I think it feels more complete now - cosmetically and the drive-ability... the car is responsive, the pickup and acceleration has definitely improved over the stock condition, and it is still able to turn heads... :P

Well, it has costs me quite a bit but I am happy. I like to drive and the feeling of zooming along the expressway at night with my favourite music playing from the audio system is still something I enjoy very very much.

Now, to get back to taking photographs :)

Zoom Zoom....

More enhancements to my ride...

2010-04-07T21:41:00.021+08:00

April Additions

Aesthetics
- Side signal mirror cover
- Chrome door handles
- Fog lights

Engine Room
- BMC Carbon Dynamic Airbox
- Change to 4-2-1 extractor
- Convert to semi-flow through muffler
- Replace Engine Mounts (3 pcs)

Handling
- Front anti-roll bar
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Replace Front lower arm
- VTTR mini 6-pot Brake Kit

I.C.E upgrade
- Pioneer AVH-P3150DVD Head Unit
- Reverse gear camera

Enhancements to the Mazda 6 since March 2010

2010-03-27T21:09:00.011+08:00

Aesthetics
- Upgraded to 17" Rims
- Pirelli P7 tires
- Rear lip spoiler
- 3A Custom-cut mats
- Philips Crystal Vision 4300K
- Mazdaspeed pedals

Engine room
- Pivot 3-drive throttle controller
- Pivot voltage stabiliser and grounding
- Denso Iridium Spark Plugs

I.C.E upgrade
- Pioneer component speakers
- Steelmate active sub woofer

Burnt a hole in the pocket :( but enjoying the driving more and more :)

My new ride

2010-03-27T20:43:00.006+08:00

Was supposed to get a Mitsubishi Lancer EX, but when I lay my eyes on this beauty, it was love at first sight! Presenting to you - the Mazda 6

Finally arrived!

2010-03-15T00:07:00.000+08:00

My stuff finally arrived! Exactly one month after they depart from Macau on 12th Feb. Spent the Saturday unpacking and boy, do I have a lot of stuff! BUT most importantly, hook up my MAC and I'm finally on-line again!

The world is now so connected that one will feel uncomfortable or uneasy if they did not check their emails, or they did not receive any SMS or phone call the whole day... Makes you really think what do people do in the past where there was no such thing as a phone or internet.. ??

Anyway, my MAC is back, I'm on-line and it's GREAT to be back.

After 6 years of exile, it feels good to back on motherland where I can have char kway teow or laksa at any time of the day! Plus, lots of places to visit/re-visit to fully utilise my E-3 :)

So will be updating the blog a lot more regularly...

Happy Lunar New Year

2010-02-13T11:42:00.002+08:00

Having been away from Singapore for so long, I guess this might be the last time I will spend Chinese New Year's Eve away from home now that I am returning to motherland to work. Due to work and a whole lot of other reasons, reunion dinner has always been just on my own or with Cheryl. This year will be just me and my instant noodles :P

The movers came yesterday and now the house is emptied. Almost all my stuff are now in the warehouse ready to be shipped to Singapore.

10 more days...

Trip to GuangZhou

2010-01-27T20:27:00.004+08:00

My staff know that I've not been to GuangZhou, so they organised a trip to GuangZhou for me. It was an enjoyable trip, we went to see the ChimeLong Circus, experience the traffic, the sub-way, the restaurants, the 'orchard road' etc... very enjoyable and memorable trip. Really nice of them to plan this for me :)

This will be my new ride!!

2010-01-24T23:11:00.000+08:00

The Mitsubishi Lancer EX 2.0A .... now, should I take black or white? Hmmm...

Going Home!

2010-01-21T01:51:00.001+08:00

After 6 years of 'exile', I'm finally going back to motherland! Yes, finally decided to return to Singapore to take up a job offer back home, to be with the Mrs and to enjoy the little home which we have spent the last 5 months beautifying :)

It was a semi-difficult decision, a small cut in pay, have to work a bit more harder, but in the end, family life and my responsibilities as a husband and a son prevails, and I put my signature on the dotted line. So like the terminator used to say - "I'll be back!"

Now next... my 20-year old Presea is reaching it's limit, it has served me (and whoever was driving it while I was away) well, but there will be a time that I will have to scrap it. SO, I'll need a new ride when I get back! Let's see what's on the market then... :)

Splashed out on the 24" Mac LED Cinema Display

2010-01-10T15:12:00.003+08:00

I don't know what got into me, a lazy Saturday afternoon, went for a walk and the next thing I know is I brought the 24" Mac LED Cinema Display back home :(

I guess it was the savings that got me to buy it, especially the fact that I got it S$200 cheaper than the retail price in Singapore!! I paid HKD 6,900 for it, converted, it's S$1,250. The same thing costs S$1,450 in Singapore!

It's an awesome piece of work! The LED display is bright and clear, and even with my bedroom window behind me, I can read the text easily. Just awesome, Apple has done it again.

Something is brewing...

2010-01-10T15:11:00.000+08:00

... the only constant is change.

Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010

2009-12-30T20:24:00.002+08:00

It's that time of the year again... New Year resolutions? No, I've already passed that age of setting New Year resolutions. Nowadays, I set shorter term goals and achieve them one at a time - there is more satisfaction this way, and I am more focus in achieving them.

Ever since I started working in a hotel, my New Year's Eve is spent in the hotel preparing for the year end processes. With technological advancements, I no longer need to do that. The computer softwares is now smart enough to take care of everything... But alas, I still spend New Year's Eve in the hotel cos the wife is usually working on this busy night.

This year, we are both apart from each other, and thankfully, video calls is now a possibility :)

For those spending the time with your loved ones, treasure the moments together!

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all!

Plenty of movies to catch!!

2009-12-21T21:27:00.002+08:00

Bodyguards and Assassins

Storm Warriors

Sherlock Holmes

The Princess and the Frog

Avatar

The Treasure Hunter

So many movies, so little time... :(

Homeward bound

2009-12-21T21:22:00.002+08:00

Well, it's another month, and looking forward to another trip back home to see the Mrs...

This time home it's the Christmas holidays, a time of giving, and have already promised to get Cheryl the iPhone. I don't know what's the craze about the iPhone, but it seems to be the coolest gadget on earth now... Anyway, what do I want for Christmas? Well, nothing. I got all camera accessories I wanted, my Mac is running well, so really nothing for Christmas, just go home to see the wifey :)

Finished half marathon - 2 hours 40 mins

2009-12-06T20:46:00.004+08:00

Well, I braved through the cold and the morning traffic in Macau to finish the half marathon within 2 hours 40 mins... unfortunately, the rules in Macau differs from Singapore, and they set a time limit of 2 hours 30 mins for the half marathon, any finishers beyond that timing do not get the medal.

Damn! I suffered the cold and aching legs but end up with nothing! :( Gotta try harder next time. For now, it'll take me 3 days to recover from the body aches.. :(

Macau Marathon - 6 Dec 2009

2009-12-05T22:26:00.000+08:00

This is me...

哭砂

2009-11-09T23:50:00.002+08:00

你是我最苦澀的等待　讓我歡喜又害怕未來
你最愛說你是一顆塵埃　偶而會惡作劇的飄進我眼裡

寧願我哭泣　不讓我愛你　你就真的像塵埃消失在風裡
難得來看我　卻又離開我　讓那手中瀉落的沙像淚水流

你是我最痛苦的抉擇　為何你從不放棄漂泊
海對你是那麼難分難捨　你總是帶回滿口袋的沙給我
難得來看我　卻又離開我　讓那手中瀉落的沙像淚水流

風吹來的沙落在悲傷的眼裡　誰都看出我在等你
風吹來的沙堆積在心裡　是誰也擦不去的痕跡
風吹來的沙　穿過所有的記憶　誰都知道我在想你
風吹來的沙　冥冥在哭泣　難道早就預言了分離

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4lwSQtVklw - 林志炫 version

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4IEmk97Vxwc - Tracy Huang version

离人

2009-11-09T23:42:00.001+08:00

银色小船摇摇晃晃弯弯
悬在绒绒的天上
你的心事三三俩俩蓝蓝
停在我幽幽心上

你说情到深处人怎能不孤独
爱到浓时就牵肠挂肚
我的行李孤孤单单散散惹惆怅

离人放逐到边界
彷佛走入第五个季节
昼夜乱了和谐涨泛任性涨退
字典里没春天

离人挥霍着眼泪
回避还在眼前的离别
你不肯说再见我不敢想明天
有人说一次告别天上就会有颗星又熄灭

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fE89Zs4yBUY - 张学友 version

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrlXbLnqKZU - 林志炫 version

A touching Thai commercial...

2009-10-29T01:18:00.001+08:00

One of the best commercials I've seen.... very touching.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iE01qhOraUs

But I still don't buy life insurance :P

Gearing up for Macau Marathon... well, half marathon for me...

2009-10-27T22:39:00.002+08:00

Alright... less than 40 days to go... and I'm only at 5km :( Still a long way for me to catch up with the pace and distance required. I thought running with the iPod nano will be less boring and at the same time, propel me a bit more but that's not the case... I'm still not finding enough motivation to run... Maybe the song selection isn't good enough... Arghh... really need to kick myself harder!

Need to buck and stop lazing after work!!

C'mon, go, go, go!!

I've signed up!

2009-10-14T20:07:00.003+08:00

6 years after I ran my first half marathon, here I am doing it again! This time in the Sin City of Asia - Macau.

The run will be held on the 6th of December, on a Sunday morning at 6am!

It'll be my first 'competitive' run in a foreign country, and in a weather condition that I'm totally unfamiliar with... it's going to be the beginning of winter in Macau, and the temperature is estimated to be around 18 degree celcius... hmm... let's hope I can make it round the little island.

Need to step up on my training routine! Go! Go! Go!

I'm a webmaster!

2009-09-25T01:32:00.000+08:00

The hotel is organising the first 'Run of Hope' and we are starting to have fund raising activities and getting ready to organise the annual event.

With the internet being the source of information in today's world, naturally the event will have to be 'posted' on the web, and since Cheryl is not around, I've got lots of time in my hands to create a web page for the 'Run of Hope'.

Take a look at the website and support a good cause if you are in Macau

Run of Hope Macau

Upgrade!!

2009-09-19T17:14:00.004+08:00

A lazy Saturday afternoon and my doorbell rang, surprise, surprise, my order of the 64GB SSD arrived and I wasted no time cloning the disk and installing it into the Mac Mini.

Wow! The speed increase is great! Now the Mini starts up faster, the Apps load faster, and everything seems to zip along at hyperspeed. Cost me a bit but the experience of running the OS on SSD is definitely worth it.

SSD will be the future of storage and primary drive in PCs, laptops and netbooks. Once the price is right, the format will take off and the time to wait for computers to load and reload will be shorten. Hopefully that will lead to more people being efficient and spending time on better things in life :)

Snow Leopard purring in my Mac Mini

2009-09-14T22:23:00.003+08:00

Finally got my hands on the new Mac OS - Snow Leopard and spend the night installing it. Had a bit of problems initially as my hard disk was not GUID. Re-partitioning and restoring from Time Machine did the trick and in less than 50 minutes, Snow Leopard is purring on my desktop. The speed increase is not apparent, and honestly I do not see any significant changes. Apple say most of the tweaks are under the hood, so I'll believe them. Regardless, the Mac OS is still a pleasing OS to work on. Windows? What Windows?

Mission accomplished

2009-09-14T19:51:00.002+08:00

On my last trip home...

1. Snow Leopard (check)
2. Seinnheiser PMX 80 Sports II headphones (check)
3. Set up mobile broadband on Cheryl's laptop (check)
4. Sell my E-620 (check)
5. Buy new ipod nano for running (check)

Completed whatever I set out to do... happy! :)

I bought the 5th Generation Ipod Nano with video camera and radio, this is to keep me from thinking of the distance while training for the half marathon in Macau coming this December. Hope I can better my old timing many many years ago...

Now that all is done, I hope Cheryl can remember how to use video call on Skype :o

Homeward bound...

2009-09-08T00:46:00.003+08:00

Yep, going home to see the Mrs this week. Probably eat my favourite local food - char kway teow, laksa, chicken rice.. etc. Plus watch some movies. Can't wait to have our house handed over, the tenant will move out at the end of October, and we'll finally get to move in to our house which I've been paying but not had a chance to stay in... in fact, I've only seen it once! But once is enough to like it and made a decision to buy :)

Will need to run some errands this trip home...

1. Snow Leopard (A MUST!)
2. Seinnheiser PMX 80 Sports II headphones
3. Set up mobile broadband on Cheryl's laptop
4. Sell my E-620
5. Still thinking...

Another farewell dinner....

2009-08-30T23:03:00.000+08:00

Can't find Snow Leopard in the whole of Macau...

2009-08-30T14:37:00.000+08:00

Went to all the Mac shops that I know in Macau, but could not find Snow Leopard. No choice lah, maybe have to buy in Singapore when I go back home next week to teach the Mrs how to take bus to work :P

Man Utd 2 Arsenal 1

2009-08-30T10:34:00.000+08:00

Yeah! We beat the arch rivals by 2 goals to 1, thanks to a Rooney penalty and an Arsenal own goal.... We could have finished the game 4:1 but Berbatov and Nani screw up their shots... In all honesty, Man Utd did not play well, passing was slopping and the 4-5-1 formation with Rooney up front did not seem to work well. Defense is still a concern, but I think they will find their momentum once again, Man Utd has always started slow during the beginning of the season and then pickup pace as the season closes... Let's hope they can keep the Premiership title at Old Trafford at the end of the season.

It's here!!

2009-08-26T00:14:00.002+08:00

Man Utd lost to Burnley

2009-08-20T23:49:00.004+08:00

Alamak, second game of the new season and they lost to a newly promoted side... so disappointing. Let's hope this is just the one hiccup, Man Utd always start the season slow and then they slowly build their momentum and usually finish strongly towards the end of the season. But still a disappointing result so early in the season given that their rivals have all won their mid-week games. There is something about Man Utd - always struggle with the weak opponents, but rise to the occassion against the strong ones.

Let's see the Red Devils pick up pace and continue their winning ways in the next game against Wigan.

The English Premier League is BACK!

2009-08-15T17:25:00.000+08:00

Yes! After 3 months of break, the 09/10 Season of the English Premier League kick starts today. There is a lot of movements and big spending, and there are now more clubs capable of challenging Man Utd for the title.

Man Utd have spent wisely since selling Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid, and I do hope Michael Owen will find a new lease of life under Alex Ferguson. it's going to be a tough season but if you're the Champion, when the going gets tough, the tough gets going!

We'll set the record of holding onto the league title for an unprecedented 4 times!

Farewell to a colleague

2009-08-12T01:26:00.001+08:00

Taken with my new toy - Olympus Pen E-P1

It's official - My wife is leaving....

2009-08-11T01:30:00.000+08:00

... the company.

Why? After much discussion, calculations, hesitation and unwillingness, we decided it is best that she return to Singapore to take up the new job offer. The work here is just too much and too crazy for anyone to handle and remain sane. It's a tough decision, but for now and the foreseeable near future, it's the best option for both of us especially for Cheryl. She gets a 5-day work-week, closer to mum, start to look after our lovely apartment, gets to go to church, do her pilates regularly, have tea with her friends and no more rude cantonese speaking taxi drivers to irritate her.

How? Webcams will be our new best friends, and Skype will be the avenue of communication in the coming months. I'll become a frequent flyer on Jetstar, travelling back home every other weekend to stay in touch, to go swimming and dinner with her.

Costs? Well, it will cost us of course. Flight tickets, losing the rental income, maintaining 2 households.... but I think it's worth it as she will be happier (at least at work), and guess what, I actually get to see more of her and spend quality time even though it is only on every other weekend.

Worth it? Although I don't get to work with Cheryl in the same palce anymore, but yes, it will be worth it. My only 'want' is for my wife to be happy, at the moment, she is not happy in Macau... so as a responsible and loving husband, I have to do whatever I can to make things work.

Will I be back to Singapore? Singapore is my home, so eventually I will be back, but not now. Now is still the time to spread my wings and fly higher... If working conditions permit, of course I'll take my lovely wife along... :)

Only Time - Originally performed by Enya

2009-07-25T11:33:00.003+08:00

Who can say where the road goes,
Where the day flows, only time?
And who can say if your love grows,
As your heart chose, only time?

Who can say why your heart sighs,
As your live flies, only time?
And who can say why your heart cries
when your love lies, only time?

Who can say when the roads meet,
That love might be, in your heart?
and who can say when the day sleeps,
and the night keeps all your heart?
Night keeps all your heart.....

Who can say if your love grows,
As your heart chose, only time?
And who can say where the road goes
Where the day flows, only time?

Who knows? Only time
Who knows? Only time

I Dreamed A Dream (2 CD set)

2009-07-25T11:15:00.004+08:00

I bought this 2 CD set when I was in Singapore. Partly because I wanted to listen to the original version of 'I Dreamed a dream'. Well, I was disappointed by the original version, I think Susan Boyle from Britain's got talent sang more beautifully. That aside, the rest of the CD is amazing!! Absolutely good value and the music selection is inspirational, it's my most listened CD now. I loaded it into Cheryl's ipod and it's playing every night in the bedroom. If you're a contemporary classical music lover, this CD is a must buy!

Tribute to the King of Pop

2009-07-24T11:21:00.000+08:00

I grew up listening to his songs. Back in 1983 when we were still using cassette tapes, I bought my first English tape which features songs that won the Grammy awards... The tunes of Beat it!, Thriller, Billie Jean immediately got me into listening to English songs. It was also the time when I was first introduced to music videos - Michael Jackson's music videos have always been awesome! Very refreshing, and there is always a storyline... very different from the music videos in the 80's, which is what made him different.

Long Live The King!

More digitising....

2009-07-21T02:43:00.000+08:00

On my recent trip home, I dug out lots of old photographs and brought them back to Macau... as I continue with my own project of digitising all the photographs that I have. From the time in my secondary school, polytechnic, BMT, OCS, first job, first car etc... wow, I didn't know I had captured so much of my life in the form of printed photographs. But prints will always be prints, they will fade and the memories will slowly fade too.

What I hope to achieve is that through this digitising process, the memories can be further frozen and relive in my mind when I savour them again in my dying years... :P

What's next after digitising the photographs... I need a reliable backup for my entire hard disk!

Doraemon 10th Anniversary Gathering

2009-07-20T21:01:00.004+08:00

Unbelievable! It's been 10 years since a small group of colleagues working in the Regent Singapore decided to form a Doraemon Club.... 10 years pass and the guys and gals are still in constant contact... That's what true friendship is..

SMILE

2009-07-20T21:01:00.001+08:00

Smile, though your heart is aching
Smile, even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky
You'll get by...

If you smile
With your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just...

Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just...

Smile, though your heart is aching
Smile, even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky
You'll get by...

If you smile
Through your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile...

That's the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile

Homeward bound...

2009-07-05T23:26:00.003+08:00

Yes, another week to go and I'll be heading home for a short break. This tme, we're off to Chiang Mai to chill a little before spending a few days at home. Hope I don't end up spending money to buy camera and computer accessories :(

For this home coming, I'm also meeting the Doraemon Club guys!! Can't believe that we have this club up for 10 years now!! It was during my days at the Regent that this little club was formed where we meet regularly to makan and at the same time, bitch about work and mthe bosses... the club slowly 'disintegrated' due to the members leaving the hotel, and some moving overseas to work.... But by a twist of fate, we're all making a commitment to meet on the 18th July at the Regent - that'll bring back some fond memories... looking forward to that day.... But first, I got to make my way to Chiang Mai for some elephant trekking, bamboo rafting, tribal visits and shopping at the famous Chiang Mai night bazaaer with the Mrs :)

Hope to get some pretty pictures in Chiang Mai....

Love, Me

2009-06-27T20:25:00.001+08:00

I read a note my Grandma wrote back in 1923
Grandpa kept it in his coat, and he showed it once to me
He said, "Boy, you might not understand, but a long, long time ago,
Grandma's daddy didn't like me none, but I love your Grandma so.

We had this crazy plan to meet and run away together
Get married in the first town we came to and live forever
But nailed to the tree where we were supposed to meet instead
I found this letter, and this is what it said :

"If you get there before I do
Don't give up on me
I'll meet you when my chores are through
I don't know how long I'll be

But I'm not gonna let you down
Darling wait and see
And between now and then
Til I see you again

I'll be loving you
Love, Me."

I read those words just hours before my Grandma passed away
In the doorway of the church where me and Grandpa stopped to pray
I know I've never seen him cry in all my fifteen years
But as he said these words to her, his eyes fill up with tears

"If you get there before I do
Don't give up on me
I'll meet you when my chores are through
I don't know how long I'll be

But I'm not gonna let you down
Darling wait and see
And between now and then
Til I see you again

I'll be loving you
Love, Me."

80+ Strange and Fantastic Buildings Architecture

2009-06-20T23:51:00.001+08:00

http://www.instantshift.com/2009/02/19/80-strange-and-fantastic-buildings-architecture/

Memories are made of these....

2009-06-01T23:47:00.003+08:00

Having some free time, I recently decided to 'digitised' all my old photographs. I actually have this idea all along but never really get myself to do it... Last weekend, I decided to start, and in between taking the shots, the memories came back...

The Champions de-Throned

2009-05-28T20:27:00.000+08:00

27 May 2009 - 1945 hrs - Rome, Italy

Barcelona had beaten Manchester United by 2-0 to be crowned the new European Champions. On a night where the 2 best players of the world meet, it is the Argentinian Star - Lionel Messi that stole the limelight and win it for the Spanish Champions. It all went wrong for United, the palyers did not play well, made lots of mistakes and somehow do not look as hungry as Barcelona for the title. The game was lost in the first 10 minutes when against the run of play, Barcelona slipped past Man Utd for their first goal.

Disappointed that we could not hold on to the European Crown for the second consecutive year.... BUT,

WE'LL BE BACK!!

Champions AGAIN!

2009-05-16T23:49:00.002+08:00

Yup, although Man Utd play to a draw with Arsenal, they still win the League! Congraulations!! A hat trick of Premier League trophies for the second time!

Now, bring on Barcelona...