Words of Wisdom

Went to my temple yesterday and below is what I learnt from the sharing session:

The talker was telling us that life is very simple and it evolve around the 4 more main elements: 衣, 食, 住, 行. We are all very fortunate human becos everyone do not have to worry about them. All of us have enough to eat and do not have to worry about having no food on the table. Alot of us have so many clothing that some time, we didn't even wear some of the new clothes and decide to give it away. Most of us have a roof over head and a job that pay our daily needs.

But because we are 凡人, we become greedy and created problems for ourself. So we all should learn to be contented and learn to let go. A lot of times, we only learn to let go only when we attend funeral. Isn't it true? When we see someone pass away, we will start to reflect like we didn't spend enough time spending time with family or even the way we lead our life? But this shouldn't be the way right.

On top of that, he also reminded us on "因缘" and "果报" aka cause and effect. Did you all ever wonder why you end up with friends with some people or end up as partners for life? Or why that particular person always make you angry? Or even why you have to go through certain rough patch in life? My reglion tell us that this is because of our fate & also what we do in our previous life aka "因缘" and "果报". Thus we cannot be 自侳 but come to terms that things happen for a reason. There are many things in life that is more important than the few problems or bad days that we have.

Personally, as much as I believe and like to practise what is taught in life but it is always easier say than done. Thus, I decided to blog so as a form of reinforcement for myself and hope I can come to peace with all the issues that happen because of my greediness.

Life is simple and happy. I hope all the people that I care will be happy.

P.s. Hopefully i did not confuse you with my writing as I am trying my best to spread his good words as he did for me. But if you do not agreed or feel that some area did not make sense, just ignore this entry and look for the other entries.

Blessed

Imagine the previous entry was all about how gloomy my life is but this entry is a reminder for myself that I am actually a very blessed person.

After my gloomy entry went live and also through my negative conversations with my msn kakis, my friends have been very encouraging and supportive. Some of them left positive comments to encourage me or initiate msn encouragements for me. Through their encouragement, I manage to pull through that dark week. *Thanks*Hugs*

Other than them, I must admit that God didn't forget me as it has again prove to me about her presence. As all will know, I go to my prayer hall every fortnightly and during the session, we do have a short preaching session. It might be a coincidence but I choose to believe that God is using others mouth to give me power and encouragement to pull through. This is because the topic shared during the last session enlightened me to think positively. The words that are shared are words or thinking that we all know but we tend to forget when we are stuck in the dark hole.... Things that are shared are like "There is no point in getting angry over certain things and/or people as the only one affected or unhappy is you. Those people that you are angry with still lead a happy life while you are still feel with anger." and "It is not total lost as God will make up for you in different ways." For instance, some people is always "taken advantage" by others. But because of his/her chinchye attitude, he/she actually garner more friends or have more "ren yuan" in the process and through the "ren yuan" he/she will get more help when he/she is in need vs. someone who is more calculative.... Hope I am making sense or convey the pt correctly. :P

Even though I am still unhappy with my life but again who is totally please with theirs right? Life is just filled with happiness and unhappiness. I should be glad that there are lots of people around me who truly care for me and lend me a listening ear/eyes when I need them. Not to forget they also gave me their support even though my proposed solution is not the best solution.

Oh ya...I should also give some credit to this blog.. It gave me a channel to release all my negative energy.

Gloomy Day

Wonder if it is PMS or I have already reached the point?? Though I have been complaining about my job but I wasn't desperate for a job. But dun noe why that feeling is back.

I don't seem to be able to the ray of light in my tunnel and everything seems so so dark. Whenever I think of my current situation, tears just keep swarming up and I just hope and pray that I don't have to go back. I know it is impossible and i am also trying very hard to fight this negative enegry. But somehow I just can't conquer it but instead I seem to be suck into that dark tunnel further.

I am such a loser right? Escaping and giving up is always the only solution I can think of?

Unlike many others out there who can stay despite all odds. Afterall, how many of the people do enjoy their work?

CNY Visit cum belated birthday celebration

My little prince turned 3 in February but as it was the CNY period, god mama didn't manage to find time to celebrate with him until this saturday. He was kind of blur when I went over to visit him but after opening his present and telling him a few storys.. reading is one of his favourite activity.. we had a very superb time together.

Below are the picture:

Told him to take a picture for Aunty Denise as prove that her ang bao has been delivered to him. The first shot was a bit too haolian.

After our review, he was all smiley with the ang baos.

After the successful photoshoot, he was all in the mood for more photos. Now the Thomas and Friends engines set that I got him. Glad that he actually like this present and the books too.

Series of close up shots plus his latest cheeky shot with the tongue.

And while I was busy talking to his mummy, he actually took a very nice picture of mummy. Hidden talent??

Of cos, there must be a shot with godmama right? I think this is one of our best picture ever.

He was in pretty good mood so I actually requested him to sing a song for Auntie Denise as a form of thanks. So Auntie Denise, this is for you, oki? He didn't forget you. 

Now that he is in the mood of singing, this is another video of his performance which mummy insisted that I can only upload on my blog as Mummy was the back up singer. haha. Somehow the video is not as sharp.  

Look forward to seeing him again. *Muacks*

When mummy hurt her hand...

When my mum hurt her hand, I became the "Maria" for my family. Okie...i admit that i am a spoilt in a way since I don't help out with the housework when my mum is handling. So i guess now is the time for me to repay and I shouldn't be complaining right? Otherwise maybe i will be struck by lightning so let's better be safe since the weather is so bad lately.

So for the past 3 days, I have to wake up early in the morning to buy groceries, wash the clothes, cook and wash again...not to forget the task that I hate most...ironing, which my mum can't bear to see since I take ages just to complete ironing 1 piece of clothing.. heehee.

Anyway, the purpose of this entry is not to complain but because of my mum, I have to do the marketing. I can't even remember when was the last time I went down to the wet market but there are 3 interesting encounters from these few days.

1. Saw an auntie at one of the store who is actually a friend of my mum. After my mum asked if her kids are married, she also ask about my marital status. When I mentioned I am still single, she decided to promote her son to me. She actually went to the point of asking my horoscope and following my mum and I to another store. I was so embarrassed and speechless by her enthusiasm.

2. While buying my breakfast today, saw this young girl around 10 yrs old who is trying to get breakfast for her younger sister and brother. She was patiently trying to figure out what exactly her younger brother want and at the same time getting them to sit and wait at the table while she queue. Good to see that a 10 yr old can be independent and willing to take care of the siblings, which I think it is a rare sight now since the younger generations are very well taken care and rely a lot on their maid or caregiver.

3. Also saw a very sweet old couple. The old grandma can barely walk but was still pushing her husband who is on a wheelchair for breakfast. Though I saw some people actually feel that the old grandma was blocking the way as she was moving at a very slow speed but I find that it is such a blessing to have a partner who will take care of you and really fulfill the marriage vows.

To end, not sure if anyone of you saw the last episode of Dream Potters on Monday, if not you might want to search for it via youtube or catch up TV. The key character of the episode was an old lady with a big heart. Despite what she been through and her blindness, she still want to help others instead of accepting help since she feel that she is more fortunate than many.

She really taughtt me the importance of contentment in life and also the ability to forgive and forget. Something that I always want to achieve but never achieve. Maybe I can one day achieve if I always hum on it.

Saying goodbye to 2010 and welcoming 2011

It seems a little late for this entry, right? Since I will usually pen this entry around the last week of the year but this year I am only able to do it on the 2nd day of the new year.

In the past, I used to have lots to review and pen down my thoughts for the coming year but this year, I am actually kind of point blank. Initially, I thought i will be end the year with some good news and new challenges ahead for me in the coming year. But things usually don't go as we think..and so there is no good news yet. To make matter worst, I down with a bad thoart which haven't recover. Hopefully, this is a not a sign that it is going to be bad year for me since nothing has been smooth thus far.

I should stop all the misery and be contented with what I have and be stronger and more positive in life even if things don't go my way or more challenges come my way and push me to that dark little corner.

I am sure when one door close another door will open for me and have faith that God has the best plan for me in 2011.  

T3 Outing with Princes

We were suppose to catch the Elmo show at Plaza Singapura but papa and mama decide against it as it should be too crowded. So mama suggested to bring the little princess to Changi Airport and invited me to join their family outing which i gladly agreed.

The little one didn't want to sleep at home but slept on the way to airport. She woke up with a big smile when she saw me and actually allowed me to carry her...heehee ***always good to feel wanted by her *** But after a toilet break she is all back to sticky glue with mama.

Anyway, we brought her to the few play area in T3 and she has a hell of a time. That should help disperse some of her energy and make mama job easier at night.

Below are some of the pictures we took while she is playing but she is too fast for a decent shot:

That's how she play..

Climbing out of a tunnel.

Finally a few decent shots of her playing.

Of cos, a picture with mummy.

 Making funny faces.

Realli have a great time with her since she is in the mood to talk and play with me. 

Christmas Day 2011

Christmas is a day where most Christians celebrate as a day where Jesus is born. Jesus gave himself for all man good and non-christians like myself will practise gift exchange with our friends as a form of blessing for the coming years.

Many times, we crack our brains to think about the best gifts for our loved ones. However, for this year, I decided to try something difference, that is to dedicate a gift in world vision on my friends' behalf. This is because we are all very fortunate and we have the ability to get what we really needs and for Christmas exchange, we usually end up with presents that actually satisfy our wants and at times might receive things that does not meet our style and end up hiding in a corner in our room. Hence, I feel that we should spread our love & blessings for something more meaningful that is to help to less fortunate. 

So this is for you, my friends - Ting, Joann, Ah Jing, YY, Denise, Noel, Cynthia, Joan, Dorothy, Yvonne and Vena, Uni Team mates - Lynnie, Regina, Elaine, Cheryl & Janisia

I hope you don't mind this arrangement and please do not get me any gift if you have this intention but maybe do something more meaingful. 

Apart from dedicating the above gift for my friends, it is always been my practise to do an annual donation to them so I selected the below gift for 2010.

Wishing All An Advance Merry Christmas & Happy 2011!!!

I know I am a bit kiasu. heehee

Meaningful but tiring weekend

November and December is usually one of my busiest month in a year as this is the time where I usually meet up with my friends. As we grow older, the chances of catching up also reduces becos of our work or family committments but that doesn't mean that we are not as close as old times...on the other hand, it allows us to value these rare chances of catching up.

So this week was indeed a memorable week.

Firstly, I took off on Friday just to have some relaxation time with my best friends of around 17 yrs. We went around shopping as well as going for some good dim sum at Paradise Dynasty. After which, I even went to pick my little girl and have a cheap and good dinner at MacPherson. Unfortunately 2 of our kakis didn't manage to make it this time because of work but we will definetly be arranging another sessions...maybe shopping at chinatown since it is time for me to prepare for the Chinese New Year and replenish my wardrobe. hehe.

Due to my Penang Spirtual Trip, I didn't manage to celebrate my birthday with my 2 little darlings. So they were very sweet and offer to treat me after my trip. So initially we planned for a nice ice-cream session but because Lele is having a cough so I counter propose that a simple MacDonald Breakfast and fun time at the Polliwogs - Indoor playground will be a better choice.

While waiting for the mummies to get the tickets, I decided to take a picture of them together. It was realli a challenge since either both of them are not smiling or they are not looking at me so this is what i got.

Once we are in, both of them dash and explore the area in great joy but the 3 of us were totally tired chasing after them and accompanying them thru the tunnels and slides. But it is still a good experience seeing how much they have enjoyed themselves. I bet both of them knock out along the way back home. As for me, I am now down with aching hands and legs. This just prove that I actually work out within such a short time.   

Really look forward to future opportunities like these where we can all played and enjoyed ourself.

After the morning exercise with my little darlings, I was off to catch up with my good old colleague from Philippines. Have actually planned to visit her but due to last min issue, it was always cancelled. So how can we not meet up like old times when she is back. So we went for a Thai Romance Movie - Hello Strangers...you can't believe it right? Neither can I? But it was a real funny and entertaining romance comedy that we all feel that our money is not put to waste. After which, we walk all the way for Rochor Beancurd followed by our session at Minds Cafe. It was really fun playing games like taboo, rat a cat, some strategic games which I can't remember the games. We didn't even realise that time can pass so fast as it was already 1:30 in the morning when we make it back to our kaki place for some gossip and catching up. It was 3am when we all fell asleep and by 8:30am we are all up for our MacDonald Breakfast.

Oh ya...I also heard a good news, one of friend has been offered a role in Japan. Though I will have 1 less friend to hang out but I am really happy that she is moving on to a better role. Not to forget, my friend in australia also receive a chance for a very interesting role....Happy to know that my friends are all moving on to a higher level in their career and I wish them all the best and will pray that all will turn out good.

As much as I am envious of my friends of their career achievement, I will still keep my faith that my chance will come one of these days and trust that God has the best plans in place for me. ***My little self encouraging pet talk to myself.***

Me and a 20year old car

When my friend first told me that her husband is getting a 20-year old SUV as their 2nd car, i laughed at her that the car looks like a mini fire engine. I even told her that the car doesn't suit her and jokingly commented that she is not to fetch me in that car since I should look rather comical in the car.

Who will have known that I actually had the chance to sit in this "little" red car yesterday. I was really amazed by how tall this SUV is that I actually took a picture since this could be my only chance to be in this car.

See how tall this SUV is and we really look like we belong to a different world.

 Comparison with between the 2 cars. See fire engine is as tall as a lorry.