I have decided. This blog is moving. I will close it down, together with all previous entries. It is never a better time to Move On.
There are many of you out there who closely follow this blog (HAH), and although I will miss this blog name, blogging for me has a whole new meaning. The information to be conveyed is vast and time is short.
I will post my new blog address very soon.
Till then, au revoir~!
Monday, August 11, 2008
Here they are... cute as a button (*gag*). Names? Scampi & Joe. Scampi (red collar) is the one on the floor, and Joe (grey collar ) on the chair looking at the photog.
Anyway, why are buttons cute? Their purpose is more practical, isn't it? Not for aesthetics, but to hold together garments because we need to protect our modesty. So whoever invented that phrase, had too much to drink huh?
Anyway, I want to blog. Yes, blog blog blog. Blog frenzy. Wanted to change a platform instead of continuing with the current one, but unlike my illustrious blog-mates who Always seem to be changing blog addresses (E & C) I don't know where to start. Ah, dang it.
Right, blog. Okay... Work? It's okay, more than okay really. Officially out of the funk and will be expecting funk-free days to come. Focus really is the key, you know? Sometimes, you don't see it but there it is. I shall remain cryptic on this. Go figure.
Oh yes, Henry Cavill. Go Google him, you ignoramus. Very. Very. Sexy. I could go on and gush, but I don't do gush so there. He's so hot, it hurts. Will I go on the record and say he's hotter than JRM? I refuse to comment. They are different. It's like asking me which do I prefer, eating or sleeping? They are different.
Twilight. I have started on it and just wondering if I should continue. Firstly, the first-person writing kind of put me off and secondly, it is age. I'm way waay past the adolescent BGR phase (I better be, geez) and having been lovingly chided by E about my reading choices of late, I shall not go down that road again. Sweet Valley High, SVU, Christopher Pike, R L Stein. They shall stay in my youth, full of folly and bad choices. Gossip Girl. The show is better (I can't help it, E!!) It really is. The books are just *ugh*
YET, it is my job. I need to know how bad or good, it is. Plus, the premise of a teenage human in love with a teenage vampire... well, it's my fault for reading Anne Rice too early and she cemented my view of how vampires live and be. Besides, Anne Rice never wrote about teen vampires so the comparison does not exist. Unless Steph Meyer is really that great (which I doubt), I'm going to be taking a loooong time finish it. Maybe when the movie comes out, I'm still not done with the book but gotta get it out of the way.
Anyway, why are buttons cute? Their purpose is more practical, isn't it? Not for aesthetics, but to hold together garments because we need to protect our modesty. So whoever invented that phrase, had too much to drink huh?
Anyway, I want to blog. Yes, blog blog blog. Blog frenzy. Wanted to change a platform instead of continuing with the current one, but unlike my illustrious blog-mates who Always seem to be changing blog addresses (E & C) I don't know where to start. Ah, dang it.
Right, blog. Okay... Work? It's okay, more than okay really. Officially out of the funk and will be expecting funk-free days to come. Focus really is the key, you know? Sometimes, you don't see it but there it is. I shall remain cryptic on this. Go figure.
Oh yes, Henry Cavill. Go Google him, you ignoramus. Very. Very. Sexy. I could go on and gush, but I don't do gush so there. He's so hot, it hurts. Will I go on the record and say he's hotter than JRM? I refuse to comment. They are different. It's like asking me which do I prefer, eating or sleeping? They are different.
Twilight. I have started on it and just wondering if I should continue. Firstly, the first-person writing kind of put me off and secondly, it is age. I'm way waay past the adolescent BGR phase (I better be, geez) and having been lovingly chided by E about my reading choices of late, I shall not go down that road again. Sweet Valley High, SVU, Christopher Pike, R L Stein. They shall stay in my youth, full of folly and bad choices. Gossip Girl. The show is better (I can't help it, E!!) It really is. The books are just *ugh*
YET, it is my job. I need to know how bad or good, it is. Plus, the premise of a teenage human in love with a teenage vampire... well, it's my fault for reading Anne Rice too early and she cemented my view of how vampires live and be. Besides, Anne Rice never wrote about teen vampires so the comparison does not exist. Unless Steph Meyer is really that great (which I doubt), I'm going to be taking a loooong time finish it. Maybe when the movie comes out, I'm still not done with the book but gotta get it out of the way.
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Yes, when the mood hits... blog away.
Very glad to announce that yours truly have passed the gruelling phase where other people's opinion matter so much to me that I lose myself and measure my worth by their 'standard'. Now, sure I'll listen and thank you for taking time to let me know your view. I'll file it for future reference. It's not being rude, just that I'm over it. Period. If I'm certain of the effort & extra care put in yet mistakes still happen, tough sh*t. Yet it always seem to come to this juncture, where redeeming myself seems futile... then again, I have to move on.
A new environment does things to you. Makes you treasure true relationships more, rather than waste time cultivating hollow ones. That's how I see it for now. Perhaps it's age catching up or the Aquarius in me that is still resisting change.
Am I happy? Unfortunately, no. Life has finally struck me a significant blow, and more is to be expected. This period for me is the pits. It's true, for the first time in the longest time. I thought the worst had already happened, but maybe that wasn't the bottom. The unhappiness is not caused by work or any person... yet it could be both and it's been suppressed too long.
I used to be cynical and harsh on other people, yet lenient and frivolous towards myself. Time to pay the price.
Very glad to announce that yours truly have passed the gruelling phase where other people's opinion matter so much to me that I lose myself and measure my worth by their 'standard'. Now, sure I'll listen and thank you for taking time to let me know your view. I'll file it for future reference. It's not being rude, just that I'm over it. Period. If I'm certain of the effort & extra care put in yet mistakes still happen, tough sh*t. Yet it always seem to come to this juncture, where redeeming myself seems futile... then again, I have to move on.
A new environment does things to you. Makes you treasure true relationships more, rather than waste time cultivating hollow ones. That's how I see it for now. Perhaps it's age catching up or the Aquarius in me that is still resisting change.
Am I happy? Unfortunately, no. Life has finally struck me a significant blow, and more is to be expected. This period for me is the pits. It's true, for the first time in the longest time. I thought the worst had already happened, but maybe that wasn't the bottom. The unhappiness is not caused by work or any person... yet it could be both and it's been suppressed too long.
I used to be cynical and harsh on other people, yet lenient and frivolous towards myself. Time to pay the price.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Wow...the last time I blogged was in Jan and it was on Heath Ledger.
So, new job. New environment. New people. New attitude? No way.
Now I know fully the reluctance of most people on switching jobs. The transition take a while, and depending on your personality, it can be within a month or months. Personally, the dust has not settled yet except for one thing: I will not stay to leave and until I have a breakthrough.
What do you mean, you ask? In this time and age, leaving a job is no big deal. I mean, it's so common employers mentally stick a expiry date on potential employees (and as milk cartons go, it's 3 months or 6, max...who likes sour milk?). Has the time of creating impact, proving one's worth, recognition for achievements pass? Do employees feel those need strongly? Or are they so burdened by the daily grind that every day is just another day at work? What about self-fulfilment?
At some point, we all battle with that question inside: 'What do I want from this job? I left the other to see what I can be capable of, but... what?' It's very clear: Attitude change. I need to challenge myself. I have to go beyond the usual, or every day is just another day and I'll wonder what have I done today that I can be proud of. Currently, nothing.
My manager spoke to me and what she asked really hit home: "Does this excite you anymore?"
I chose this industry, meaning I like it and wish to go further in it... but I have to work at it. It's not just about going to work, getting the pay check. It has to be more, and people can other their help but ultimately I have to get out of the comfort zone. Have to o else the breakthrough is not going to happen.
So, new job. New environment. New people. New attitude? No way.
Now I know fully the reluctance of most people on switching jobs. The transition take a while, and depending on your personality, it can be within a month or months. Personally, the dust has not settled yet except for one thing: I will not stay to leave and until I have a breakthrough.
What do you mean, you ask? In this time and age, leaving a job is no big deal. I mean, it's so common employers mentally stick a expiry date on potential employees (and as milk cartons go, it's 3 months or 6, max...who likes sour milk?). Has the time of creating impact, proving one's worth, recognition for achievements pass? Do employees feel those need strongly? Or are they so burdened by the daily grind that every day is just another day at work? What about self-fulfilment?
At some point, we all battle with that question inside: 'What do I want from this job? I left the other to see what I can be capable of, but... what?' It's very clear: Attitude change. I need to challenge myself. I have to go beyond the usual, or every day is just another day and I'll wonder what have I done today that I can be proud of. Currently, nothing.
My manager spoke to me and what she asked really hit home: "Does this excite you anymore?"
I chose this industry, meaning I like it and wish to go further in it... but I have to work at it. It's not just about going to work, getting the pay check. It has to be more, and people can other their help but ultimately I have to get out of the comfort zone. Have to o else the breakthrough is not going to happen.
Monday, January 28, 2008
in loving memory
Heathcliff Andrew Ledger
April 4 1979 - Jan 22 2008
Age 28
It was such a shock, to say the least, upon hearing the death of Heath Ledger. The last that I knew of him was his spilt with Michelle Williams and their co-parenting of their little daughter Mathilda, just like the rest of the tabloid addicts (ashamedly, I am one of them).
It still feels kind of surreal. I don’t know the guy, but being a person who is in the spotlight often, it just seems like everybody knows him… or think they know him.
The speculation was that he OD-ed on his prescription drugs. Was it intentional? Did he want to kill himself? All the circumstances that lead to his death did not suggest so; his massage therapist was arriving for their session, so that suggests he was going about in his daily routine. I’m no psychologist, but I have read somewhere that suicidal people often go about their routine like normal and are chillingly calm. That thought is a possibility.
Then again, he is part of young Hollywood and drugs are the norm. Somehow, I don’t think he did drugs. Recreationally, yes but not hard-core in the Pete Doherty fashion, because PD does not have a daughter and he’s simply f**ked up (ditto KM). HL is not that at all.
I first noticed him in Ten Things I Hate about You, with Julia Stiles. He was the typical rebel, the really cool and nonchalant sort that all the girls loved and admired from afar. He sang Can’t Take My Eyes off Of You atop the bleaches to Julia’s character, and I’m pretty sure at that scene, all the girls wanted their boyfriends to do the same. He was uninhibited and carefree, and he was having fun with that character. That makes it so memorable. In the perfect world, he’s the kind of guy I’d love.
He has many things people want, but the flutter of the eyelids, the faint gasp of the final breath and when the eventual darkness descends, all the things that we envied him for... means nothing.
It’s such a pity, and though his world is nothing like mine, he's still a person, a father, a lover, a friend, a son, and a brother to someone else out there and the loss is greatly felt. It is heartbreaking to read his sister’s letter to him. I send my sincere and deepest condolences to Heath’s family and he will be remembered from the many fans from this side of the Atlantic.
J.
Heathcliff Andrew Ledger
April 4 1979 - Jan 22 2008
Age 28
It was such a shock, to say the least, upon hearing the death of Heath Ledger. The last that I knew of him was his spilt with Michelle Williams and their co-parenting of their little daughter Mathilda, just like the rest of the tabloid addicts (ashamedly, I am one of them).
It still feels kind of surreal. I don’t know the guy, but being a person who is in the spotlight often, it just seems like everybody knows him… or think they know him.
The speculation was that he OD-ed on his prescription drugs. Was it intentional? Did he want to kill himself? All the circumstances that lead to his death did not suggest so; his massage therapist was arriving for their session, so that suggests he was going about in his daily routine. I’m no psychologist, but I have read somewhere that suicidal people often go about their routine like normal and are chillingly calm. That thought is a possibility.
Then again, he is part of young Hollywood and drugs are the norm. Somehow, I don’t think he did drugs. Recreationally, yes but not hard-core in the Pete Doherty fashion, because PD does not have a daughter and he’s simply f**ked up (ditto KM). HL is not that at all.
I first noticed him in Ten Things I Hate about You, with Julia Stiles. He was the typical rebel, the really cool and nonchalant sort that all the girls loved and admired from afar. He sang Can’t Take My Eyes off Of You atop the bleaches to Julia’s character, and I’m pretty sure at that scene, all the girls wanted their boyfriends to do the same. He was uninhibited and carefree, and he was having fun with that character. That makes it so memorable. In the perfect world, he’s the kind of guy I’d love.
He has many things people want, but the flutter of the eyelids, the faint gasp of the final breath and when the eventual darkness descends, all the things that we envied him for... means nothing.
It’s such a pity, and though his world is nothing like mine, he's still a person, a father, a lover, a friend, a son, and a brother to someone else out there and the loss is greatly felt. It is heartbreaking to read his sister’s letter to him. I send my sincere and deepest condolences to Heath’s family and he will be remembered from the many fans from this side of the Atlantic.
J.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
The Water Sign
Usually, whatever horoscope reading I read about…I take it with a pinch of salt. I used to read them rather frequently years back, then I was told by a senior during poly that the by reading about our horoscope, it clashes with the religion that we believe in. Because I really respect her, so I stopped. There were times I completely avoided or even going near any pages in the papers or magazines that had daily/yearly horoscope reading. Well, considering the recent hiatus that I’ve imposed on myself with regards to my faith/religion (until enough is enough), I’ve started reading them again; not daily, but when I happen to think of it and am interested in what the stars and their arrangement have in store for me.
Just a while ago, I went to this website [ http://www.eastrolog.com/free-daily-horoscopes/aquarius-horoscope-today.php ] and I clicked on the daily horoscope reading for Aquarius today, and this is what came up:
Aquarius Horoscope for Today
November 28, 2007
You have been making efforts for finding new sources of income, and now you are feeling worn out. Be patient and avoid pushing things! A close friend will soon offer you a part-time job.
Speculations are to be avoided these days.
I tried to copy and paste the paragraph but somehow it can’t be done. However, if you do not believe me, you can copy and paste the link and see for yourself.
People who know me know that I’m looking for a new job now, having quit just a month ago. So just imagine the sheer coincidence of it all when I read that. I have heard of some people pooh-poohed the idea of believing readings like this, saying that they are very generalized and not personalized. Heck, this is personalized enough for me!
This is like a trap and I can think, ‘wow, it’s so true!’ and then start believing and connecting every situation and incident that occurs to that reading. OR I can, like the usual and wise method, take it with an extra pinch of salt and just file it away for future reference. I’m not a expert in horoscopes so I won’t comment on the accuracy, but sometimes, things happen in ways so interesting, you simply can’t help but think, ‘hey…what’s going on?’ Just don’t get too caught up and allow your own judgment and opinion to be blinded by what you’ve read. Don’t let it dictate you or how you do things, that’s what I’m saying.
Having a lot of time on my hands now, I am playing with the idea of having my fortune read. I am curious about my destiny, and let’s face it, most people are. But I don’t know if I’m able to handle what would be told to me. After all, it could go both ways. My cousin had her fortune told to her, and I seriously do not know how she was affected other than being embarrassed. What my aunt said was, take it as a precaution reading. Whatever that’s told to you, just be open and be take extra careful and watchful if something negative is told and also be humble and patient when good things are so-called predicted. I’m very curious still, but YET not too convinced to want to go through it.
Anyway, I just read my horoscope reading for tomorrow and I’m just smiling because it will be so gullible of me to believe (but it’s not as accurate as today’s reading)
Aquarius Horoscope for Tomorrow
November 29, 2007
Your friends and loved one will appreciate your drive for change and renewal.
In order to achieve your goals, you need to prioritize and be as time-efficient as possible! You can be very successful in everything you do today.
Your financial situation may not be very good, but you will manage to make ends meet.
Ah well ...
DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this entry is to relate how the author got around to reading daily horoscopes again. It does not, in any way, encourage or persuade readers to FOLLOW do what the author is doing. However, if the reader wants to (read daily horoscope), it is a free world and how the reader interprets the reading is entirely up to the individual.
Usually, whatever horoscope reading I read about…I take it with a pinch of salt. I used to read them rather frequently years back, then I was told by a senior during poly that the by reading about our horoscope, it clashes with the religion that we believe in. Because I really respect her, so I stopped. There were times I completely avoided or even going near any pages in the papers or magazines that had daily/yearly horoscope reading. Well, considering the recent hiatus that I’ve imposed on myself with regards to my faith/religion (until enough is enough), I’ve started reading them again; not daily, but when I happen to think of it and am interested in what the stars and their arrangement have in store for me.
Just a while ago, I went to this website [ http://www.eastrolog.com/free-daily-horoscopes/aquarius-horoscope-today.php ] and I clicked on the daily horoscope reading for Aquarius today, and this is what came up:
Aquarius Horoscope for Today
November 28, 2007
You have been making efforts for finding new sources of income, and now you are feeling worn out. Be patient and avoid pushing things! A close friend will soon offer you a part-time job.
Speculations are to be avoided these days.
I tried to copy and paste the paragraph but somehow it can’t be done. However, if you do not believe me, you can copy and paste the link and see for yourself.
People who know me know that I’m looking for a new job now, having quit just a month ago. So just imagine the sheer coincidence of it all when I read that. I have heard of some people pooh-poohed the idea of believing readings like this, saying that they are very generalized and not personalized. Heck, this is personalized enough for me!
This is like a trap and I can think, ‘wow, it’s so true!’ and then start believing and connecting every situation and incident that occurs to that reading. OR I can, like the usual and wise method, take it with an extra pinch of salt and just file it away for future reference. I’m not a expert in horoscopes so I won’t comment on the accuracy, but sometimes, things happen in ways so interesting, you simply can’t help but think, ‘hey…what’s going on?’ Just don’t get too caught up and allow your own judgment and opinion to be blinded by what you’ve read. Don’t let it dictate you or how you do things, that’s what I’m saying.
Having a lot of time on my hands now, I am playing with the idea of having my fortune read. I am curious about my destiny, and let’s face it, most people are. But I don’t know if I’m able to handle what would be told to me. After all, it could go both ways. My cousin had her fortune told to her, and I seriously do not know how she was affected other than being embarrassed. What my aunt said was, take it as a precaution reading. Whatever that’s told to you, just be open and be take extra careful and watchful if something negative is told and also be humble and patient when good things are so-called predicted. I’m very curious still, but YET not too convinced to want to go through it.
Anyway, I just read my horoscope reading for tomorrow and I’m just smiling because it will be so gullible of me to believe (but it’s not as accurate as today’s reading)
Aquarius Horoscope for Tomorrow
November 29, 2007
Your friends and loved one will appreciate your drive for change and renewal.
In order to achieve your goals, you need to prioritize and be as time-efficient as possible! You can be very successful in everything you do today.
Your financial situation may not be very good, but you will manage to make ends meet.
Ah well ...
DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this entry is to relate how the author got around to reading daily horoscopes again. It does not, in any way, encourage or persuade readers to FOLLOW do what the author is doing. However, if the reader wants to (read daily horoscope), it is a free world and how the reader interprets the reading is entirely up to the individual.
Monday, September 03, 2007
Seems like I'll be having lots of time on my hands to blog... which could go both ways, you know: deciding between posting about fun but mindless redundant information like how i dropped the toothpaste into the toilet bowl this morning and had to use it anyway, or serious but introspective views on life like how this phase in my life called the quarter-life is broadening my horizon in ways I do not know. Choices, choices.
Just had a food session with the posse two days ago. It never fails to remind me that no matter what and how we are as persons (our so-called failings, fears, inadequacies, bad temper etc), we are after all human beings. Individually, we are pursuing different wants and needs, yet there is this bond that holds us together. With them, you are not yourself when at work or even at home... your defences and inhibitions are down, you are not afraid to show your silly side, it's not just about you anymore, everything and everyone is light-hearted. I'm just really thankful and appreciative of this group of people who showed up in my life and stayed til now.
So, shall keep this short. Those who know me, know that I can't blog on such topics for pages and ages, ha.
Just had a food session with the posse two days ago. It never fails to remind me that no matter what and how we are as persons (our so-called failings, fears, inadequacies, bad temper etc), we are after all human beings. Individually, we are pursuing different wants and needs, yet there is this bond that holds us together. With them, you are not yourself when at work or even at home... your defences and inhibitions are down, you are not afraid to show your silly side, it's not just about you anymore, everything and everyone is light-hearted. I'm just really thankful and appreciative of this group of people who showed up in my life and stayed til now.
So, shall keep this short. Those who know me, know that I can't blog on such topics for pages and ages, ha.
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