Grammar Issues

My English is not perfect. Neither is my grammar. But ever since GB constantly correct my mistakes back in PR days (which i of course thank and love her for this), I tend to be more careful and anal. And yesterday I cant help but noticing an announcement notice on my gym's board. It was HORRENDOUS. I can easily spot 4 grammar or spelling mistakes in one piece of announcement. Even announcement was spelt as annoncement. Not mentioning that the sentences do not even flow properly. What are these people thinking? Dont they vet their copy before putting them up? It's really ridiculous.

Cant Live Without Passport

The wonders of gym passport is that one can visit any branch that they like. So my usual gym session on Mondays at Curve was moved to Subang for some unavoidable reasons. And i did the unimaginable. I used the freaking machines :S I know I know.. I said many times how I hate the machines but I was left with no choice... BodyBalance and BodyJam were not an option. But, the machines were not as bad. Especially since King of Queens on Starworld was accompanying me throughout.

And going to KHY's Combat does have its pro and con. Pro is that he will show u the right movements and stances which other older instructors will hardly touch. Con is that its just too late for a Monday.

Guess we cant have everything.

Halloween Party

When Lady Di invited us to tag along Souled Out for some costume party, I was really expecting Malaysians to dress up. But apart from 5 of us from the same clan, no one else came dressed up to the theme. And that excludes 3 Souled Out staffs k.

Anyway, rewind a bit. Tom Yam with the gang was supposed to happen at Vichuda before Halloween party. But i think since we are not meant to eat Tom Yam or BKT for that matter, the plan shifted to Souled Out for dinner. And thank goodness booking for a group of 14 people or so was still possible at 3pm.

Gypsy Wannabe And the Friendly Witch Baby Bunny & Mr W (Witch and Rocker aka Rapper) Who else came: Keith, Ted, Karen, Doug, Linda, Senn, Angie and Ali and finally.... JuOn and Dead German Soldier. Scary la JuOn.. no wonder she won best dressed that night

And if u want a peaceful sleep, dont touch her wine bottles

But, as soon as Juon claimed her prize, she returned to her normal self.

What a night it has been.... FUN AND AWESOME. As everyone slowly left, we were joined with the 2nd batch of people - Lady Di and Wai's friends. But flu soon caught up with me and I had to bid farewell to all.

No fun driving home sneezing all the way. But for a night filled with laughter, it was WORTH IT.

Till 2007's Halloween......

Goodbye My Fish Bowl Mate

Again. It happened AGAIN. Everytime I feel contented with a place, someone is bound to leave. My fish bowl mate just informed that she is leaving next month. That's freaking fast. It's sad but I'm happy for her of course. And I wish her all the best. Now im beginning to wonder if I will am required to shift place. Or if my boss will move into the room with me. I definitely cant have the room to myself. Or can I? If so, I want my fish bowl mate's place. And her wall.. where I can plaster all my undeveloped pictures. Speaking of which, that will sure to burn my pocket since im such a cam-gal. But I really am sad now cos I will miss having her around. Awwwww...
Wishing u all the best in ur new fish bowl yeah....

My Deepa-Raya

So did I spend my Deepa-Raya as planned?
The answer is Yes.

First off, GYM was a definite affair. Friday! Saturday! And Monday! Each day with at least 1 ½ class. And when Wednesday came, I was already reluctant to step anywhere near Curve again. Even with the holidays, it was packed as usual. Had my first step at YOGA but it’s a love-hate feeling. Still thinking if I will ever make time to go for it. Still love Combat and Step though I hate the old tracks. Why cant instructors stick to the new tracks?

And you think I would have been fitter and slimmer with all the endless hours spent there? Don’t bet on it. Especially when you start to fill the growling tummy with sinful Shrimp Pasta from TGIF. Lunch with Baby Bunny and Mr W on Saturday after gym and it was a hilarious sight. Mr W had a point. We females sometimes talk about celebrities as if they are our best friends. Kekeke.. And as the both of them indulged in political debate, I cant help but to think how non-political I am. Shallow? Maybe!

Anyway, Monday came and after gym, Baby Bunny and I headed to the same place again. And come to think of it I am not a TGIF fan at all. CL joined us and I think we really need to buy 4D cos I think this is the first time I ever seen him in gym… Or maybe second? So another sinful meal of fiery calamaris, BBQ chicken served with mashed tomato and broccoli and lastly the double brownie topped with ice cream. Not forgetting my bottomless ice lemon tea. Slurrrpppppppp…. Of course, we all shared. But that dessert alone already killed my effort. What the heck?

So what else did I do apart from losing and adding calories?

I make a date with Talladega Nights and Rob B Hood. Awesome movies though I prefer the latter better. Its HILARRIOUS and comedies are definitely the best for one’s mind. Plus, I am already in my second season of Sex And The City and believe me, that’s a progress.

Even better, I finally finished reading “Everyone Worth Knowing” by Lauren Weisberger – the same author for Devil Wears Prada. I feel connected to the book especially since I had my share of PR experience for a good 3 years. But I certainly didn’t get paid to party all night long. We PR people are always so misunderstood.

And being a social butterfly, I had obligations to attend to. Met up with MY, GM, ST and KC at a coffee place drinking my new found Tazo Ice Shaken Tea (taste like lemonade but better) after a dinner which I was not sure why I was needed to attend.

Anyway, nothing beats sleeping till late. Not even a facial and spa massage / milk bath. And I’m so serious. Somehow I waited too long for the pampering, and when the time came, I was just not excited anymore. Plus, the facial was the most painful one I ever had. Why can’t I just be blessed with good skin and be spared the torture?

In a nutshell, I gym, ate, watch movies, read, sleep, pamper and social as planned. Now I need a break from my break.

Muruku and Ketupat Season

Since Im stuck in KL this loooonnngg holiday season and since i dont foresee myself visiting houses to free load on their food and collect green packets, I have listed some economical things to do.

1) Go gym - already pay ma.. my as well make full use of it
2) Watch movies - not exactly economical but need to catch up on my shows
3) Watch SATC - Dvds to keep me company and its free
4) Catch up with friends - lagi not economical unless we sit in Chillis for bottomless Ice Lemon Tea. Then again, mamak still more affordable. No need to dress up some more.
5) Spa and facials - also paid already ma. Must go.
6) Read - at least to finish the book that im reading now la
7) Sleep - i think this is the BEST one. hmmmm....

Anyway, wishing everyone a Happy Deepavali and Hari Raya holiday...

Fetish Kills

Broke the news to CL this early morning. It's not my business really. But we both know this person. Or rather I was introduced to him before. And YES! ALARMING! But yet we cant deny that there are people with some crazy or wild fetish out there. When the news spread yesterday, I was just piecing the info together. My initial guess was him. But nothing was for sure until the name was revealed.

OMG...

It's hard when you know that person. You met him. You shook his hand. You hangout with him. At least once. You heard about him all the time in conversations. And now, he happened to have some secrets under his sleeve. Really, maybe I am shallow minded. Maybe we are all. It was shocking. No doubt about that. Maybe we should not pass judgement based on what he did. Yes, its his life. Just stupid to have people found out. But I feel sorry for his family. He should have thought about the consequences. Maybe he was not thinking.

Somehow, I no longer can look at him the way I used to. Or the way I knew him. It's different. But i wish the best for him. Hopefully he realises his mistakes. And repent. Before it is too late.

STOOPID JAM

Hate the jam so badly now. One knows how much gym means to me and not being able to go could easily translate to total DISAPPOINTMENT for me. So yeah, the roads were just filled with cars yesterday. Not sure why but it made me really unhappy and lousy. After dropping GC home, I tot I would give it a shot and try to make it to Curve. But the journey towards that direction was horrendous. So called up Uptown to check on the classes. And they have Advanced Step. SHUCKS. What the hell is that????

So gave up and decided to make my way home instead especially since the jam aggravated my migraine. Plus, got to reschedule my appointment with MNG. Sorry la. But thank you for understanding yeah.

Phew... Thank goodness Mom had some leftover dinner for me. I was starving like mad. Noodle soup never tasted so good. I cleaned up the whole pot for her. Haha... And the remaining mooncakes are just too hard to resist.

See what no-gym makes you do?

EAT MORE!

First time in Muar

Never stepped foot in Johor before. And Sunday was my first. ST and V got married and being the good chi muis, I have no choice but to tag along. Don’t get me wrong. I had great fun. For a trip that lasted only ½ a day, we already managed to eat 4 meals. Breakfast at bride’s place, another breakfast at the highway, pre-lunch at groom’s house and finally LUNCH at Muar restaurant. How not to be fat?

Awww.. thats so adorable

I love her smile and her dress.. and of course her too la.. muacks..

Chi Muis in White

And my discoveries in Muar?

The high antennas on each roof

My saviour - it was hot ok…IAnd, they love singing...

Anyone for more culture shock???

Photographer For A Day

Im beginning to think that I can be a multi-tasker. One minute, I am an emcee. The next minute, I am trying my hands on photography. Hahahaha… I don’t mind really. But I dread having to work on the weekends. And it’s a kids event! :S Why do I always get myself into such situation? Can’t help it right since most of my shows are animation. Anyway, though I didn’t feel I contributed much apart from snapping pictures, I enjoyed myself a bit. Stole some ideas for kids games which I can conveniently used in kids’ parties next time.
Thank goodness Baby Bunny was nice enough to look for me for lunch. Muacks Muacks to you… hahaha… You saved me from my boredom.
Even the BEAR from Open Season came to say helloThe Mule deer also dropped by
Hahaha.. how can you possibly be bored.....

My 5 mins of Fame… Or Shame??

One should not go against the gym instructor. REALLY, they can do anything. Friday’s Combat was one good reason. I was one of the innocent members being summoned to teach a track for Combat. As much as I tried to hide and pretend that I do not exist, I cant really help it when all eyes start to stare when CC pointed at me as The LITTLE GAL. SHUCKS. WHY ME? Just because I talk and laugh too much in class should not make me a target right?

So being the good sport, I gave in.

Phew. Thank goodness it was my favourite track.

Being up on stage gives a whole new perspective. First, I need to make sure I don’t fall off the small stage. Second, it’s nice to see everyone down below following your steps. Third, I have to place my stance in the opposite directions. :S And lastly, I feel my sweat dripping over the guy at the bottom. Poor guy…

Somehow I should not be pissed at CC. Cos I did have some fun. Even if it means making a fool out of myself. I mean how often do you get your 5 mins of fame? Or in this case, maybe shame? Members will probably remember me as the gal who sucked in combat. Or not!

At least I smell good up there. Cos Baby Bunny and I applied hair conditioner before class. Putting our theory into practice and see whether doing that will help soften the hair. Hmm… still early to say. But I think the strong smell attracted Mr Smily Number 2 (who also happened to be one of the innocent member) to smile at us throughout the class. But then again, maybe it was our loud laugh and voice that attracted him…

Hahaha…

And welcome Dream Weaver to FF Combat and Step. Let’s do again next week k.

And Step was awesome. Trying to get the hang on the new tracks seeing that I have not tried it since the new release. It’s been while since I went to Step actually. It’s tough and pressuring especially when you are the target of failure… hahaha… somehow Teoh knows I am always blur when it comes to his class. And moreover, it’s new tracks. And I love the new tracks. It has some combat element in it.

Hmmm… give me some time. I’m sure I will master it soon enough. Just wait.

Love Perhaps... Chapter 2

First, it was for work sake. But after following 3 episodes, I cant help but to continue watching it. Although my fav Mr Nice Guy is out of the game already, I still want to know who gets eliminated each week. And more importantly who the mole is? But then again, since I was let into some insider news yesterday, Im not sure if I will still be excited watching it. Nevertheless, IM STILL HOOKED.

Thumbs up for the production team for doing a better job now. I can see some improvements now. I dont feel so bad wasting my precious Thursday in front of my idiot box now.

I NEED MY FACIAL

Must be stressed these days. Either that or I have not been taking care of my skin. Too many breakouts. Even the newly bought Dermalogica Total Eye Care (which i feel its a blardy good deal cos it comes free microfoliant and hydrating booster) does not seem to be helping. Zits keep coming back. Totally hate it. Maybe its the hair. Maybe im sweating too much in gym. I dont know. I always have a lot of Maybes.

Just cant wait for my next facial and spa session. But tat's too far away. :S

Amazing Day

Ever since I started working, lunches have always been with colleagues or friends or alone. Today is one exceptionally different day. For the first time, I had lunch with my mom. Must but 4D... hahahaha… Since I was heading to Shah Alam for a meeting, I thought why not give Mom a call for lunch? And especially since I will be packed the whole week... Lucky she was available.

It was a great time to catch up really. Though we just had plain sizzling noodle. Mom was updating me with her drama stories and I was telling her about my dinner with ex-bosses yesterday. Plus, we did some grocery shopping like we always do before I got AJ. Ever since I had AJ, we hardly shop in Giant together anymore. And I do miss those days. (AJ is my car for those who are still wondering what or who AJ is - tats the prob when you dont read blogs from the beginning)

Well, time was running fast. Dropped Mom back to the office and headed to the station. Turned out meeting was delayed. Drats… should have known better. Wonder when will be the next time I ever have the opportunity to lunch with Mom again? Unless of course, I am posted to the station.

Never!!!!

Crowd is Back

Happily thinking that there will be lesser people in gym this fasting month, I was so wrong. Yesterday’s class was extremely packed. Maybe it’s the public holiday for Selangor the next day. But Baby Bunny and I still manage to secure our usual spot. Phew…

During the 3rd or 4th track, Baby Bunny pointed at Mr Smily who happened to walk into class. Flashback. Mr Smily was the one who we bumped into at Combat 2 weeks back… and he really has a nice smile. Always smiling.

Imagine like a crazy teenager who has just saw her idol, I gave her the “Yeah, that’s him” look. Haha… cant help it. He does have good looks. Good looks until it distracted Baby Bunny and I from following the moves. Hahahaha… Young boy though, I told Baby Bunny.

And I still hate push-ups. They are the worst. Still love the new tracks but I will get bored of it very soon.

Pump, as usual, was next. Alone again with no one to talk to. Sad sad sad… I so don’t want to go gym alone. It’s not exciting anymore. Especially Pump!! Thank goodness I still have Baby Bunny for Combat. :D

Movie Weekend

One of those lazy weekends for me again. The haze is back and I am just finding excuses not to go out. More errands to run at home, more chauffeuring to do and finally caught up with the DVDs and also movies with WL.

Monster House
I guess I expected a lot from Steven Spielberg. Not saying that the animation was boring but it was not something I enjoyed. Maybe bcos I was watching from a DVD, maybe I have no surround sound that will scare the shit out of me, maybe cos I was watching alone, or maybe I was busy reading Everyone Worth Knowing at the same time. I don’t know.

You, Me & Dupree
Three is certainly a crowd. And when you have Dupree in the house, you cant help but to love this fella. Irritating yeah. But I will give him an A+ for whipping up a delicious meal and being such a love-sick loyal dude… minus the butter of course. Plus since I am such a big fan of Kate Hudson, I will never miss her shows. I watched Raising Helen 5 times and I am still not bored of it. A recommended comedy for those who likes to laugh their brains out though I still find CLICK the funniest comedy so far.

More to come.....

Happy Belated Mooncake Festival

Mooncakes are the best. I love them to bits. With so many choices in the market now, I still stick by good old lotus paste. But this festival has never been a special occasion for my family. So I tot, who not I just head to gym? Speaking of which the Combat class was getting really exciting. Then, came home early to accompany mom and sister… only to find that no one was home. Wth???

My bad for not calling to tell them I was coming home early. But my feelings tell me that they must have gone to Aunt’s place and should be back anytime soon.

And I was right.

And so, we did manage to eat mooncakes together after all. Though Mom did hinted that all must return home reunion dinner for the festival next year.


Totally agree. :D

Importance of Dressing Up

This is one of those vain days when I felt like dressing up really corporate compared to wearing plunging neck tops and mini skirts or jeans to work. And thank goodness I did. For a good reason, I was summoned to attend a Ministry meeting with the directors. Why? Cos they need someone to set-up the laptop, turn it on, play the Mpeg file and switch it off. Hahahahaha.... Well, im not complaning. How else can you flaunt your 3 piece suit?

But it was really an experience to be in the Minister's office. And yes, now I know I must be prepared at all time. Especially when it comes to what I wear to work... You dont want to walk into the office to have eyes glaring at you. :P

New Release in Gym

What can I say? I totally dig the new release for Combat. A lot of jumping, skipping and punching. Not forgetting lots of sweat dripping from my skin. It's different attending other instructors' class from my usual. The 2 ladies were good yesterday but I think the PA system in Uptown did not do them any justice. The sound was just not powerful and motivating enough to push you to do even more.

Anyway, went for 1/2 of BodyStep class after that. Not too bad either. But my tummy was growling so much that I decided to call it a day before I faint. And in my hurry to meet the boys for supper, I forgot to stamp my parking ticket. Ended up paying RM5. Stupid me!!! And as punctual as I always am, I ended up being the first there. Grrrrrrr......

Cant wait for my next class. Lets hope the PA system buck up by then. Otherwise, it will be such a disappointing week in gym.

Bos Dari Neraka

How many of us know of bosses from hell? Or whose bosses are like screaming banshees? I am quite fortunate in my 3 years plus of working life as I have yet to come across any. My last 2 mini-bosses were great to have and we still managed to maintain that friendship till today. My current mini boss is a darling too especially now that we have build the foundation of trust.

Watching Devil Wears Prada just reminds you that not all bosses are that nice. You are lucky when you find one. In my case, I found 3 ladies. But I think bosses are still human. They may come across mean or make life hell for you – but deep down inside them, there could be some goodness. Reading Devil Wears Prada was a bit different though. Miranda Priestley was all inhumane.

And if you think all women bosses are hard to work with, that’s not true. I had a so-called boss during my internship days who will give me hell and who I will gladly sue if he continues to torture me emotionally. I could claim being under duress if I have known better at that time. But guess the lesser problems I give, the faster and easier I can get out of the company. Anyway, I don’t consider him a boss then. I consider him a jerk. Still is a jerk. I think. I hope I do not need to bum into him ever again.


So watch or read Devil Wears Prada. Reading is more hillarious though. :D

Love... Perhaps

Over the airwaves, television and print, there seem to be endless promotion on the new reality show on our local terrestrial channel. 15 guys vying for the heart of 3 fabulous girls. Sounds like Joe Millionaire? Hmmm…. I am one of the suckers for reality shows and having watched the pilot and the 2nd episode, I can’t help but to be critical.

Well, some of the guys were not bad looking, But, it was not the guys which irritated me. It was more of the technical and production bit. The lightings were horrible. The show is so dark all the time. Even the cutest guy look like he has spread butter on his face. The storyline was boring and choppy. Half the time I have the urge to flip the channel but under certain circumstances, I cant. Plus, the audio was so bad that I can’t even hear what the guys were trying to say. And there were no subtitles. :S And I don’t even want to start commenting about the host.

I should just start making my Thursday plans instead of sitting home being tortured by a low budget crap.