The Fruit....

that you harvest is.....

The Long Awaited Saturday

It was a long awaited Saturday night for me.

Leroy was away for almost the whole week on business trip and he only got back on Friday night. I was rather busy with work the whole week as there were one too many requests from my new 'boss'. On top of that, I also organised a half day event on Friday.

Leroy picked me up yesterday evening. Off we went to meet up with a few other friends, whom we haven't met up for months now. It was a great dinner, filled with chats and laughter. 

After dinner,  we hung out at Movida with some drinks while waiting for time to catch MIB 3. I've booked IMAX tickets for 11.20pm. So, we continued to gossip or shall I say update each other on the happenings. We sat outside as we wanted to chit chat and not to 'club'.

When it was time for movies, we made a move to Sunway Pyramid, while the rest headed home.

Leroy bought Popcorn Royale. He told me that it's really yummy and way better than the normal selling ones. It better be, because it is RM29! So, I tried, YUP, it was very nice! The grade and quality of the popcorn and caramel are just oooo...la...la....... The popcorn is bigger and the caramel is evenly smothered each popcorn.

Okay, so dinner was good, drinks time was good, popcorn and movie were great, my Saturday night with Leroy was AWESOME!

My new practice

I tend to leave on time nowadays. Simply to have a work-life- balance.

Stages of a Relationship

I came across this article and find it interesting......

Which stage are you at?

【 RELATiONSHiPS HAVE STAGES ♥ 】

【 STAGE 1 (1-3 Months): The Honeymoon Stage 】

Everything seems perfect, both are happy and feeling “in love.” You share moments, dates and just having fun with each other, sharing laughs and giggles. It’s like nothing could stop you. Your feelings are infinite, and for once you’re thinking, “This may work out….” and it seems like nothing could go wrong. You spend hours getting ready before going out with this person.

*If your relationship ended in this stage — Most likely, both rushed into the relationship too quickly. Being together was all too sudden and just for the moment. When one starts noticing the flaws, one gets a choice to move foward, or back away. Being friends has a high percentage of working out, but nothing to stress over. Both may just need the time to get to know one another better.

【 STAGE 2 (4-6 months): The Bumpy Road 】

Things are going okay now. The relationship is calm and settled; both are still mostly happy. Had a couple arguments and disagreements here and there, nothing huge. Start to notice some of each other’s flaws and aspects of their personalities not seen before, but still truly care for one another.

*If your relationship ended in this stage — You truly cared about this person. You had the energy to fight for this person, yet you feel as if something was lacking, something was missing. It doesn’t feel right, one isn’t happy. When one isn’t happy, one tends to walk away to seek their new happiness. Being friends is still a possibility.

【 STAGE 3 (7-12 months): The Rocky Mountain 】

You start to realize who your partner really is. A few more arguments may occur. Problems with jealously, overprotectiveness may arise. Other people may come in the picture. The “in love” moments start to decrease, but you feel as if you’ve “fallen in love.” You tend to have this energy inside to strive and “make it work,” and you feel more comfortable being around this person, feeling more of yourself.

*If your relationship ends in this stage — You feel as if you’re hurt, depending on the circumstances. You were so sure that that person was “The One.” You were so SURE that he/she was different. But like a cancer, a problem that may have happened, a small issue, grew into something larger that took over what was made between two people. You still miss this person from time to time. You still remember the memories. Being friends may be difficult right away, but over time, you slowly mature up, and learn the reality of it.

【 STAGE 4 (1 year or more): The Long Road 】

1, 2, 3, 4, 5 years, huh? This person truly means something to you. You are “in love” with this person. He/she made a difference in your life. No one else knows you more than this person. You guys have been through the good, the bad, and the ugly, and still strive to make it last.

*If your relationship ends in this stage — You feel heartbroken; it’s tough. You can’t sleep, can’t eat, you miss him/her, you try to move on, you try meeting new people, but seems like nothing works. For whatever reason the split occured, it must’ve been something important, or something must have been so wrong that it took over. Being “just friends” is impossible, because if you tried to be friends, you wouldn’t be able to think of them in any other way besides the one you once “loved” .. .. ♥

Just For Laugh

This is funny. 

Did it enlighten you from the hectic work day?

Busy week

This is a busy week for the both of us. Leroy is on his business trip while I am here busy preparing the necessities for this coming Thursday and Friday's event. 

We will meet up and spend time together after this busy 5 days. :)

Cookies on the Run

"Cookies Wagon is our little mobile bakery shop load up with fresh baked handmade cookies, cupcakes, refreshing ice blended drinks and other sweet surprises. What makes us special? It’s bakery on wheels!" (extracted from their website: www.cookieswagon.com)

I came across this cute, pink wheels when I was stuck in a traffic jam on the way home after work. The pink color and the cute looking cookies painted on the van / lorry caught my attention. So, I've decided to visit the website.

It  sounded really convenient to have this moving about. I wonder how they bake on wheels? :P

 Here are some of the pretty looking cupcakes that are available...for your parties or tea time.

Do check out the website for more details or if you are interested. I wonder where they move about as I've never seen this wagon stopped by anywhere.........

Early Mother's Day Celebration

We celebrated Mother's Day 1 week before the actual day to avoid all the human traffic in restaurants. I pre-booked 5 pax for Lemon Garden since my parents enjoy the food there.

As usual, the first stop for me is the Japanese counter.....Yum yum...

We spent about 2 hours eating and chatting. Boy, I was so full even though I took it by small portions ..of too many varieties maybe...hahaha....

Mummy and I. 

I am happy that she enjoyed the food and the company.

After lunch, Leroy and I headed to BTS because he wanted to have a haircut. So, while he was getting his haircut, I went window shopping.....it was a great Sunday.

Chat and Dine at Ben's

The loud ones met up  at Publika last night, after work. We've decided to meet mid way between KL and PJ to suit the just-promoted- to-mum. 

I met up with Petty first as we were there earlier than the rest. We walked around and it was my first time really exploring the mall. Shops are very new and scattered (those in operations) but restaurants  and cafes were quite busy.

While strolling along the aisle in BIG, I was really excited with the groceries and brands they have. The vegetables are really fresh looking; and the price was of course more pricey than the usual.

We wanted to dine at Bee but there was a private function going on. So, we changed to Ben's. It was my first time trying it out. The ambiance is actually quite relaxing and lifestyle. I was fascinated with the things they placed on the table - a milk carton box with activities printed on it; a holder with talk cards (guess to assist those people has no topics to talk about), recipes and feedback cards.

The hand-written looking menu 

The bar and near entrance area 

A must-try drink. Very refreshing after a long day (non-alcoholic) 

In total, we ordered 4 dishes to share out. (but I only 2 took photos of the lot because we were too hungry. Started to whack them before could even take a photo of it)

This is one spaghetti that I recommend. Creamy tomato with beef. 

(I don't take beef but the rest of the ladies do. So I had only the spaghetti )

A unique combination salad. Duck salad with pomelo. Something not too filling. 

One set back of this restaurant is that they hired Burmese whom don't understand or can converse English or Malay. It was difficult to get their attention even to place order. We waited long for our 2nd of drinks too!

We laughed and chit chatted for 3 wholesome hours. There were so much to talk and b*#ch about. Before we left, we had a photo together. When we got home, we continued to Whatsapp and was planning for the next b*#ching session. :D

Looking forward to another food adventure with this gang!

*By the way, I will go to Publika some time again to explore further.....

Mama-to-be meet up

It was last Saturday that we met up. The last meet was during CNY.

We met the mama-to-be and all of us were excited and happy with the news. 3 more months to go and the little baby will be meeting us. We chit-chat and caught up with the updates in our lives - work and personal. 

Great get-together time and we also look forward to more good news!

The rear mirror

Sitting at the driver's seat, we will take a quick glimpse at the rear mirror to check if there are any cars coming fast or if someone is following us or when we want to change lane and during parking ..... I could still remember my driving instructor told me before that the rear mirror is a 'hit & run' action. Don't stare at it.

In life, in reality, we do not look at the 'rear mirror' for too long as it only shows the road that we've passed and been through. It is the PAST. Whatever is behind, is meant to be left behind and we move forward. We 'hit & run' at our past to remember the wonderful journey we had or mistakes we made. And that's it. No point holding on to it.

I know my future will definitely be better....and a good one!

This makes me blue

This is one kind of cheese that I cannot take. I can't stand the pungent smell of it....

But...some people love it. I guess the saying of "one man's food is another's poison" is so true!

 Blue Cheese

The Reason

This is why I love taking photos.

Being a Labour to Mother Nature on Labour's Day

1 May. A new Month.

I woke up as usual, as if I was going to work despite it was Labour's Day. I made my way for a new experience. The sky was slowly being lit up by Mr Sun.

I reached my friend's house at 7.45am. I hopped into her car and off we went to meet up with the rest. I know some of them, and some were new 'friends'.

Our outing for the morning was to climb "Ah Pak San" (which is also known as White Hill. Direct translation to English is Uncle's Hill) in Cheras. We reached the foot hill and started our journey at 8.40am. In this 2.5 hours, it was heck of a great experience.

The journey started off ok for me ( a lack of exercise person)....but later as we went deeper into the hill, my stamina was put to the test.

There are total of 8 levels for this hill. We stopped at level 1 for a short rest. Many uncles were exercising there... healthy!

This was another pit stop at level 3. Phew...! I was feeling tired and legs were really worked out!

Me in the woods......all wet and red. Panting for breath.

Bergaya with the walking stick (it was my friend's).

While climbing the hill, I enjoyed mother nature.

A group photo with the rest of the ladies.

After climbing 4/8 levels, we came to a stream. It was a pretty sight.

Again, we had a rest.

Great moment there. Water was cold, air was fresh.

And a photo with my buddy.

This was one steep slope. We walked down it on the way out of the hill. The soil was slightly wet.

And so after about 2.5 hours, we completed 4/8 levels. All of us went for brunch at the nearby restaurant.

Before I left, my buddy took me for my favourite dessert in KL. Yummy.....a cool mango saga after a long walk.

I totally knocked out after having a nice bath. All cleaned up and it was time for a nap.......before meeting up with my darling for dinner.

I will go hill climbing again......when I have recuperate from this... :P