Wrath of the Titans

Ahhh.....Such a bliss. I've just watched Wrath of the Titans with my darling. We booked the tickets online 2 days ago. Got 2 good seats in the Imax 3D hall. :)

I find the movie is action packed and exciting. I don't know, but I am just fascinated with these kind of movies. I would recommend it if you love mythology stories filled with gods, labyrinth,. Perseus, Pegasus, Zeus, Princess Andromeda, Hades, Ares and Poseidon...all the familiar names. Watch it to find out more. I am not telling you the story.

A great night with my darling.

Sweet post

Another late night post. I can't sleep, plus tomorrow is my off day. I am clearing my 2011's annual leave before they get burnt.

Leroy gave me a bag of Japanese tit bits. His brother just got back from a business trip to Japan. Hmm....when will I be able to visit Japan? :)

This green tea biscuit was actually quite yummy, except I find that it was a little too sweet for me.

Surely looks like a banana, right? Yup, it was a banana cake with cream in it.

 Ooo lala....this was the best among the lot. Green tea kit kat! Super yummy...! I wished they have it here in Malaysia.

Looking at it from another angle

Another late night post. Just some thoughts....

It struck and made me realized when he told me something - his honest opinion; which I appreciated it very much and wasn't offended by it. I realized and looked at it in a more positive manner (despite was feeling down and frustrated for the past week). With the additional responsibilities now out of the blues, it is good for me after all. It will definitely train me to be a more 'management person' and a great learning path to handle situations and issues. 

I am glad I have him.

Nobody Knows...

I had quite a rough week. I am adapting to the new working style and also the changes. I find it quite hard because I am now starting to do and looking into the elements which I didn't have to. Looking at it in a positive way, it is a good learning path, if in a not-so-positive-way is additional stress. 

I roughly could gage who are the "friends" and "not" but in the end is to not trust anyone but myself. I guess this is safer and assuring. So, from now onwards, my mouth is shut. Perhaps things are better kept within myself......

Nobody knows the future; that's  why it is called 'future'. 

*Just ignore me, I am just babbling nonsense here.

New Journey

It was quite a difficult sailing day today. 

It was the brand new beginning with a new superior. We had a briefing session and I wasn't quite comfortable with her, honestly. Somehow, the feeling was awkward. She gave me a description of her expectations. I was in shocked actually.

Sigh, I am just too tired mentally.....it was my first 'stressful' day. I guess I need some time to adapt.

Take a look for a minute

When one is just to busy, it is good to stop and take a look at the beautiful sight of the world around us.

Sunday Night Feelings and Emotions

Just got home. I had dinner with my man before he left for his business trip. Sigh...me left alone here for the next 4 days....My poor man has to travel for almost 2 weeks monthly. Missing him already :(

Well, despite his busy work schedule, we try to meet up and spend time together as much as we can. Just last night, we went for John Carter. He accompanied me to the movies even though this kind of mythology movie is not quite his cup of tea. I appreciated that! 

Tomorrow will be a 'new beginning' for me in my working environment. I will be reporting to a new 'boss'. I know I will miss my previous mentor. Sigh...but nothing can be done, life goes on......

I really feel like burst out crying now to feel more relieve. My man is not around and there is no one to give me a hug when I need one. Perhaps, I will have to wait for him to come home....

It says it all... Thank you

The Dream

I was really tired...mentally I guess. I had to accept the fact that it was my boss' last day at work yesterday.

I slept for almost 12 hours. I had a dream.

I dreamed of Uncle. He left us 2 weeks ago. I dreamed that I visited Aunty. We were all sitting in the hall, chatting. I saw him all smiley and jovial as his usual self, sitting beside Aunty. As we were chatting, he looked on happily. I am not sure if the others saw him, but I did. 

I pray that he is all well and be under the Good Lord's wings.

You will be missed...

It was a moving day yesterday. 

I applied for leave way earlier before the news, but I came back to the office. I didn't do any work (except for some urgent matters), and helped my boss to clear up her room. It was her last day in the office.

She has been with the company for almost 27 years and now she has decided to have an early retirement to enjoy life. Her children are young grown adults now and there is not much to worry about.

This was one of her gifts to me - a token of appreciation of me being supportive and a good staff to her. Isn't it cute and nice of her?

It is her birthday next week but she will no longer be in the office. She will be away for a birthday getaway with her hubby too. So, I ordered this Durian Cake few days ago to give her a surprise! The few of us sang the birthday song with the candle lit up. She got a bit of shocked as she was clearing her cupboards.

We made her make a wish and cut the cake.

 And....I will definitely miss her. She has been a great mentor, superior, and friend. The advises and support she gave to me were just priceless. Being a staff and who reports to a superior, it is very important to have a manager supports and encourage always. She did. I am happy working closely with her for the past 3 years. Yup, even though 3 years is not a super long time, but we agreed and felt that we've known each other for a long time. It was as if I've worked with her for many many umpteen years.

She keeps me going and keeps me always on my toes with my work. Before I left the office yesterday evening, I hugged her. I thanked her for everything that she did for me. In return, she thanked me and said: "Thank you for being there supporting me when I was down, Grace. You keep me going." I almost cried, but I tried to hold back my tears. I know I will be seeing her again and catch up whenever we can. Our friendship stays and keep on going. 

I will definitely miss her clicking sound of the high heels in the morning walking to her room; the discussion and brainstorming sessions, the silly jokes that we will crack to ease each other from the work stress, and my lunch partner.

I will always remember your teaching and the happy and 'stressful' times we had.

Tomorrow's Emotions

Tomorrow will be a "gloomy" day for me. I will be having mixed feelings, but it is most likely to be a sad feeling.........I wished I could freeze the time and not let it passed so fast. There were just too many happenings and changes over the past 3 weeks. Agony, anger, sad and disappointment, all at once; it hit like a fierce tsunami.

I hope I will be able to sail and brace through tomorrow.

Waiting

I have submitted it. I hope there will be a reply.

My recent Sun-tan design

Below is the result of standing under the scorching, hot sun from 12 noon to 3.30pm. 

A VISIBLE-INVISIBLE WATCH STRAP

Yeah, I was in the field with my customer last Friday afternoon. We were fixing the banners' location - dismantling and re-installed them at the desired lamp posts. 

When I got home, my arms were red. The next day - it was at least 2 shades darker than my original. :(

The Car Polishing Experience

It was my very first time sending my car for a polish job after owning the car for about 2 years +. Yeah, I know, I have not been taking good care of Optimus Prime. :P

I am a typical woman who doesn't know much about cars in general. 

I have heard some of my friends telling me that Cars International does a crappy job these days because they are too commercialised now. Prices are super sky high and job done sucks.

So, with the help of my colleague, I was there at this recommended outlet in USJ 21. We negotiated with the supervisor as the first quoted price was high. Later, he gave me a special price of RM338 and with some special extras, instead of RM388.

First, they washed the car in and out before polishing it. I find them did a pretty good job. 

It was a 2 hours job. They also fulfilled my request of polishing the interior too. Yay! My car looks better and all shiny after that. But too bad, it rained in the evening. @_@ aiyoyo....

So, if your car needs a polishing work done but you are unsure of where to go, you can try this out.

Everything is in China

When you are in China, you will find almost anything, everything...and the AB-normal items like below.

On the left is (in Chinese): Crab Roe Biscuit. On the right is Green Tea Biscuit.

And...these are the normal ones...Almond Biscuit, Walnut Biscuit and "Kai Chai Beng".

The Sales Fever!!!

When it is shoes, bags, or accessories' sales, women will normally go crazy.

Very true, here was the crowd who went ga-ga crazy with Charles & Keith Warehouse sales at GBA building since last Thursday.

We went on Thursday afternoon, the first day of the sales. It was hot, warm and the queue going into the basement carpark was still bearable. I got slapped by a few Pantene and Rejoice girls while looking for discounted heels (those girls with long hair; when the standing fan blowed, it got into my face!!!). Puik puik....!

I didn't buy anything. I gave up half way because I saw many ladies waited and waited for the attendant to get the sizes for them. I left and waited outside of the basement for my colleague, which was more comfortable and cooling.

 The above shows the queue on Friday morning.

Hell of a good time

I know I had fun without any worries and danger!

"Life is Fragile"

The sky is mourning for my friend's dad this morning. The obituary advertisement is printed today. 

I attended the wake yesterday afternoon. It was a sad event to attend. When Aunty saw me, she hugged me so tightly and just burst out crying. I couldn't help it but to tear with her. I knew she was happy to see me despite grieving for her loss. I paid my last respect to Uncle, a good-kind- man that treated me well.  I saw him, lying peacefully in the coffin. It was sad to see him leaving his beloved behind without a word of goodbye, but I am sure he will be in good hands in heaven. 

There were many familiar faces at the wake and it was nice to see them again. We chatted and of course, there was one or two of them cracking jokes to lighten up the event slightly. Chatted with my friend who I haven't seen for some years as well.

I was glad that I managed to chat and joke with Uncle a couple of weeks ago. He was as always jovial and funny. He was happy that I am moving on well with my life. 

I supposed like my bestie said: Life is Fragile. Never take your loved ones for granted.

Annoyed on a Saturday

I had to investigate my customer's complain on Saturday morning. So, I was driving around the area to check on the execution of my supplier. After spending an hour driving around that few streets and  busy stopping by the road side snapping photos, I headed to my customer's place. Talked to the manager about it and told her that I will take action on Monday.

After that, I drove to The Sphere looking for food. Just some "ME time" to relax a bit after the running around in the morning.

I have been to this place before. But seemed like there is not much choices or new selections, so I stopped here and ordered a simple meal.

Went home after the simple Bangers and Mash. Thinking that I would have some peace and quietness.  Nope, I was wrong. My mobile phone was ringing almost every 2 hours. First was the manager calling about the issue; which I already told her many times that I will action on it when the week starts. She added on some 'requests'. Sigh. Then, it was her boss calling me on the same bloody issue. Argghh...it kinda got into my nerves but I can't offend him. I wanted to tell him: "Hey look, I was already being kind and used up part of my weekend to check on the issue. I can't do anything as my supplier doesn't work on weekends!"

But, I had to gulp down the anger.

The Week that just Passed

It was a tiring long week. I had the first 2 days of the week to do my work and prepared for the training. Then followed with an intensive training for full 2.5 days and 0.5 day was the monthly sales meeting. We had our regional trainer flew in for the session.

On Friday, just before lunch time, we had a fun photo session. It was the deployment of a incentive program for our sales team. So, to make it more exciting and encouraging, our National Sales Manager decorated the department with a touch of a Gold Mine. 

And this was me, hoping that the chest was filled with REAL GOLD BARS and not just paper wrapped boxes.

I was glad that the week ended. I was practically burned out last week.