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♥ Monday, July 31, 2006
7:34 PM

I have cut down on exercising after the fall. Have not been discipling myself to work out and eating all types of junk food. Well, that's bad.

Just received an email from my friends for church wedding which I attended recently. My face looked like a oily FISHBALL.. Dammed ugly. My eyes are so small and my hair is so flat sticking my round face. And yup, sighh. depressing to see such yucky pics.

Must motivate myself to eat healthy and more workout. So that I may obtain a tone up, slim body and radiant glow on my photoshot.

Standing at 1.6, must be go down to 45kg. 3more months to go..

♥ Saturday, July 29, 2006
9:40 PM

Woke up @ 0545hrs, have been pressing the snooze for couple of times till the sweet morning call from K.C. made me realised that I am going to be late!

I am the marshall for the City Walk!!

Getting up early is a problem. It kinda reminds me of school days but the diff is I dont drag myself from bed previously. Walkathon started @ 0800hrs. We were on standby since 0645hrs.. Wow wee... early bird.

My job scope - to stop turning in vehicles to carpark, to direct others to use the stairs instead of the barriers. They came in 3 groups. First is the well-behaved ones, second are the noisy school kids and mischievous type and last group - the elderly. I felt like a nagging old woman stopping the boys from running and jumping over the barriers.

Saw my ex-church mates, schoolmates, colleagues and friends. A great chance to meet them but no opportunity to catch up due to the crowd :(

My C.G. did an advanced mini birthday celebration for me. Thanks guys!! Been busy lately with work till I have almost forgotten it's approaching!

On the way back, W/L was discussing about the wedding venue. I really have no idea where. But for sure, a place that has no pillars, high celling, able to accommodate 200-350 pax and able for me to host the mini dance and for this "old princess" to walk comfortably in her gown.

And yeah, I completed the whole series of Korean show "Full House". Very cute guy named Rain. And Mr G. said that I looked like the main actress.. fiery temper and you know what - short and stumpy legs.. What?? I am not tall but neither do I have short fat legs lor. Only ugly scars on my kneecaps.

The content of the show is like our courtship. Two of different lives and characters come together and learn how to compliment their strength with each other's weakness.. Yeah.. happy ending. Just like a fairytale.

♥ Thursday, July 27, 2006
11:10 PM

Had my 1st trial session of pilates class offered by my company.

Wow, never know that there is so much stretching involved! This morning, over breakfast, we talked about doing sit-and-reach for our yearly fitness test in our pri. and sec. school which I recalled that I never passed my overall fitness test except for one year, either in sec. 2 or 3 after 1-2 hours of warming up with my P.E. teacher gaving me good instructions and did it without cheating and help from others. That's the only year I managed to pass the test.

1 hour of pilates taught me how to tuck in my stomach and have a good posture. It embraces some graceful movements and toning of muscles. But the worst part is to reach for our toes etc.. Really cannot take it.. It is not above getting the prefect move but rather, the mindset to forcus, self-control and correct inhale + exhale of air. Even the instructor was kind enough to tell us that we should do a bit of read up and do it at home, without attending courses is good enough. For once, doing is better than seeing. It's tough!!

After the class, I rushed over the bridal shop. We managed to view over 8 albums and decide on our photographer. To be honest, I am impressed with their skill. They are so good but you need to think thru, compare and select the style of photography. In the end, we decided with my initial choice - there is some special capture he has in the shots he takes. We managed to secure the MUA too for both days (PS and AD). To think, I was so worried that I nearly cried. What a relief!

Direct clarification resolved all issues. We also managed to get more corsages and thank you cards. As for additional gown, I read from forum that they are generous with outfits. But my co-ordinator is correct. More outfits means more photos = more money spend. He only recommended the we wear the kua for this is once in a life to wear such outfit. If we dont like the photo, we dont to have select it. Stick to what we want. Overall, we are still very pleased with their service and their frankness in assisting us.

A piece of very good advice - to be happy and enjoy the whole process.

♥ Tuesday, July 25, 2006
10:13 PM

Sometimes I pity my boyfriend. I vented on anger on him whenever I feel down and things are not on right track. Sigh but he very poor thing!!

He came and fetched me to work this morning. As we traveled, I complained to him my frustration on all the bad co-ordination that the bridal shop has proposed and disappointment in not getting what I want.

He can still put on the smile and tell me I can change and pray that some miracles will happened. I was so upset that I almost cry as I explained the situation to him.

Well, he's always a sweet thing. At times, I cant help to image if we switch roles; that he's the one with bad temper. I think we would have broke off long time ago!

To think recently he won a iPod from one of the lucky draw. When he told me the good news, my reaction and response is "You think we can sell it away for money?" Yup, I think I too $$ face.. after getting heartache thinking that we got to spend quite a bit on the wedding package.

He managed to download songs, a lot of Christian songs into iPod after night shift till 3am, woke up early to fetch me and listened to my side of story. I think I think, not BFs are like him. I am one in a few thousands or millions who has such caring boyfriend. I should be more appreciative and be nicer to him (Right?). I really felt more relieved as I listened to the songs after working hours. Well, God has a will in everything. So, lift up to Him my worries and unhappiness. In His time, He will make everything beautiful. Which Father dont give His children the best?

Thank God, thank you dear..

♥ Monday, July 24, 2006
11:13 PM

I must have irritated everyone around me!

Never know that I will ever be so 'fan' by a wedding package. First, I realised that I have left out a few items in the list. Second, I have realised that I have not booked my MUA and photographer. Though I already have them in mind but I thought it will be finalised when I have do my fitting. After much consideration, I just felt that the fitting date is too far away from the photoshoot and not to mentioned that it is even way apart from the actual day. I decided to delay the fitting date.

When I called my co-ordinator, he told me that either I change my P.S. day or I have to let go the MUA or photographer I want as all dates are heavily scheduled. I felt frustrated - why didnt he bother to explain to me when I signed my package or make an appointment with me to have a deeper understanding of the process :(

I must be so upset that I pouted as I told my colleagues.. They told me I looked cute as I pouted.. %&*&%^ so bad of them. So I complained and complained. Must have surprised them that they thought that I am always an impartial person when it comes to personal life and work.

Looks like I have forgotten how to draw that line. For once, an UNHAPPY Bride-To-Be!!

♥ Sunday, July 23, 2006
4:12 PM

Wondered is it that I have gorged myself with too much of good food, been eating quite a lot lately. Since midnight, I have been feeling nauseous and I vomitted.

A restless night. Forced myself to wake up for church and had trouble giving morning call to Mr G. Must be the late night that he overslept.. Grrghhh.. I hated that (He told me he had 50s missed calls from me).. If we are neighbours, I would knocked and banged his door real hard.. Thank God we are 7 bus stops apart! Or he will get it from me!!

Went to church; cant concentrate on sermon.. Gastric and spinning headache. Took brunch. It's time I learn to control what I eat. Ordered black carrot cake, chicken rice and kway chap - yes, for myself.. hahahh.. eating monster. Now, feeling nauseous again! Must be that ice coffee. The fridge is full of fruits (Longan, lychee, rock melon, apple, cherries, oranges). Simply look but no craving. Mr G wants to go Mandai and pick durians with our friends later.

I want to go!! Endure, endure!!

♥ Friday, July 21, 2006
9:54 PM

Cant image that 2 days of annual leave is over.. Just a blink and it's gone.

Overall, one word to describe - meaningful.

Day (1)
Woke up at 10am. Took light breakfast and he came over to fetch me. We had a minor tiff. Yes, again over $$. The way how he allocate his money and overspending. But it's a small issue. At times, learn how to forgive and forget, to be honest and frank with feelings.

Shortly, we went into Malaysia. Drove directly to JUSCO. 2nd time to advent. We spent 7hrs in that shopping mall. Bought total of 7 pcs of casual wear + 1 pair of jeans + 2 pairs of earrings + groceries + 1 meal + cakes = less than SGD170.. hee hee.. a rewarding short trip!


Day (2)
Probably I have tired out by shopping. I slept and woke up in the late morning. The day that I have kinda look forward for - Bridal shop selection. I walked the straight of T/P road before deciding on few shops to step into. Superhard selling for most. Repeating the same old sentence: "we worked with your needs, feel open to speak your mind.." Through speech, body language and way we glared at the photos, it's quite easy to know whether we are keen. Same styles. Look at pics, gowns, taking out the piece of package paper.. scribbling our needs. As we stepped out of the shop will be offer price, slashing and additional items. We spend average of 45 mins to an hour per shop. Longest record is 2 hours that I felt the comfort zone fell to down all the way out with all super convince selling tactic.. sigh.. sian.. I was tapping my feet with impatience that I want to step out the shop. Was very impressed by the photography skill but not the nagging and irksome sales cordinator. By 10pm, we visited total of 5-6 shops. Ended with the last. The one I have in mind. I know he was shocked by the basic package. Though he found the photographs average. But he knows me well - the minute I tried the WG, my eyes sparkles with joy and relief. Looks like no way out. We decided to get it settle at end of the day. I felt so guilty. I got what I want but I know it's not the shop he has in mind. Was feeling very very apologetic and guilty.

When I shared my opinion and items with my colleagues. I realised I left out a few items and I was told - I AM VERY GREEDY WOMAN!! Yeah, of course, once in a life time. I think I have not ripped the best deal. Was upset but eventually, soulsearching - no perfect package. Give and take my dear, give and take.

♥ Saturday, July 15, 2006
10:57 AM

Thank you for listening every time I shared on my life experience. Every day is a new beginning. Every end means a beginning of a brand new chapter in our lives. Everyone has a untold story.

When we have gone through a very difficult time in our lives, these times make us value life. It made us appreciate the simple things that we took for granted before the crisis. When we are restored from such a trial, it is as though we have been given a new beginning. We can place a greater value on what we had before. Perhaps for the first time we can identify with others who find themselves in a similar situation.

When the Lord brought such a trial into my life. I learned a great deal during that period. He took my pride and every thing I had away and now, I appreciate the tiniest things that I never would have valued without that trial. The experience taught me greater dependence and faith in my relationship with Him.

These are designed to press us forward in ways that we never would have moved without the experience. He knows it is needed in our life to gain the prize He has reserved for each of us. It is His strategic mercy that motivates Him to bring such events into our life. Press into Him, learn of Him, and rely on Him.

Never never give up. Even at times, there are situation that no one understands or you are mistaken by others, dont give up. He will take your little hand of yours and walk with you.

♥ Thursday, July 13, 2006
7:17 PM

There are days whereby I felt so down. Not that there are disappointments but a day is so dull and meaningless that you cant wait for it to end.

UNLUCKY?

I was finally on time to catch bus 70. It came, crowded, super packed. As the bus door opened allowing everyone to get up, while waiting, I saw passengers shifting in and my turn, the door shuts right in front of me! I was in a state of shocked! Thank God, I didnt place my foot on the stairs. "Grggghh.. What to do.." Imagined those who witnessed what had happened. Never mind, I shall take another bus and switched bus. Flagged at 109, to my horror, it turned earlier - to Hougang Pt instead of going straight. I remembered in primary sch we will always have the topic "Unlucky day".. haaha, if I have to write a composition, maybe I would write this.. hahah


IT'S A BLESSING

Well, if you believe you are unlucky, you will be. I just convinced myself, since I am already at H.P., may as well take my breakfast. And I saw - Mcdonald's meal. Been a long time since I haven taken MC's bf. probably a year? So, at times, it's a blessing. Always look out for the positive side. At least.. mmm.. i tried.


Today's devotion:

A man's wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense. - Proverbs 19:11

Whenever we work close to another person, whether in an office or home, small offenses can become the source of great conflict. Resentment and irritability soon follow. God brings these "offenses" into our lives to develop character qualities in us. He uses individuals in our lives to accomplish his goal of making us more Christ-like. So the next time you complain or resist a habit or action from someone close to you, ask God if it has been placed there to develop some quality in you.Pride is the root source of the need to change another person. A man's wisdom gives him patience-to let go of little offenses. This is where spiritual maturity is seen in the day-to-day activity of life. Is there someone close to you who has some habit you really want to change? Give up that desire to the Lord. Who knows, He may even change it after you let go of the need to change it.

I laughed as I read; reminds me of morning incident. Also, my colleague who likes to make me angry, frustrated by passing sarcatics remarks or disagreements, always asking me whether I am angry. She likes to "test water" as she realised I am not the type who raised my voice and get annoyed easily. My answer "Nope - when I said that I know you felt angrier that I am not".. and smile... Winked winked

♥ Tuesday, July 11, 2006
10:29 PM

Not the slightest idea in my mind now. Blank..

Hahha.. my colleague actually giving me advices. Common terms like EG, MTM, OTR, PS, AD etc.. Kinda of driving me nuts!! Have been a church wedding cordinator but dont know that getting married is really a very serious and confusing matter. I learnt the terms and type of brideshop, album sizes, pics etc. Ampoules, car decor, etc.. Most importantly is the negotiation skills! Sigh.. some thing i lacked. I have shortlisted a few.. haha.. more than 8. Image 8 X 2hrs at each shop = 16hrs in a day? 7 days to go..

Oh yes, World Cup is over. Italy is the big winner. Well, a lot of colleagues won the bet. Time to bring my donation card to work tmr.. haha.. Got win sure got lost. Got money sure must do donation..

♥ Monday, July 10, 2006
10:37 PM

Planning ahead. Today is 10 July.

W/L will be clearing his leave next week. He just dropped by. I asked him which 2 days I should take since that I am stuck with a compulsory meeting on Tues. Finally, decision - Wed and Thurs. We will take one of these days to go to T.P. to hunt for package.. I am getting excited with the thoughts of it; maybe I will be able to try a few gowns. Hahah.. but another tot of salesman hardselling makes me drag my feet to go there. I remembered many years back, there was this fair at Suntec, it was super hardselling and we ended separated with one shop pulling him to show photos and I was pestered by another sales.. terrible experience that I will remember for life!

Praying that such scary sales tactic wont happened again. Maybe we will say that we can only spend a bit of time. Unless I am attracted by the photos and gowns.. Well, hard to say.

A bit of update on my injuries. Yup, looked better and my itchy fingers cant stop to peel the dry skin. Now in terrible state. sigh.. all because of no self-control. But I am so glad I am walking without difficulties and today, I can cross the overhead bridge with no worries! :) SUPER!

♥ Thursday, July 06, 2006
10:14 PM

Very slow healing taking place.

Proud to say that I learnt to be stronger after this fall. At least, no tear and endure the pain for past week no matter how painful, worries and insonmia the wound had caused. But I admit that I did cry when I had my leg cramp days ago. It's difficult to stretch or stand straight to relief the cramp and I fought with tears for half an hour before it went off.

With the wound, guess you would really realised people who are genuinely concern for you. At least, a sms to cheer up or a smile rather than, no concern or cold words from them.

♥ Monday, July 03, 2006
10:21 PM

As I log to check my email tonight. Note that yahoo singapore has finally changed a new skin for their web! Still not use to the new look. Well, a change is good too at times.

My kneecap skin is growing. It's kinda irritating. As the skin grow, it also harden. More difficulties to walk and letting me felt the immobility and to slow down my pace of walking. I took pics of my kneecaps days ago and now. Not much diff, except that it's not so reddish and bloody. Have tots of uploading it, but I think it's too disgusting. Even my colleagues said I shouldnt disguise it so that other will be careful and not to hit me. But i think it's very ugly and the story of people of asking "what happened??" goes on... Therefore, 1 conclusion - I will stick on the wearing skirts beneath my kneecaps.