Friends,
How would you spend the last day of year 2008?
The weather looks warm in the morning. I am thinking of going to Seletar Reservoir or Marina Barrage in the afternoon. But looking at the hot weather really puts me off.
Time continues to tick without fail. I feel kind of sad to see that year 2008 will be going down into history real soon. I also feel happy that I will be able to witness the Count Down Celebration and watch the firework displays.
Do you know that the ships anchored in the southern water will "shoot" red flares at midnight to welcome the New Year? I always enjoy watching these red flares.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Collecting Keys on 2 Jan 2009
Something wonderful to share with readers; Dan & Ro will be collecting their keys for their units in City Square on 2 Jan 2009.
I feel so happy for them since they have been working and saving so hard for the past few years.
http://citysquare.cdl.com.sg/main.html
You reap what you sow.
I feel so happy for them since they have been working and saving so hard for the past few years.
http://citysquare.cdl.com.sg/main.html
You reap what you sow.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Last Few Days of 2008
I always feel moody during the last few days of a year. This year is no exception too.
After celebrating Christmas, New Year is just round the corner. I will always ask myself what have I done or achieved in the current year. Very often than not, I will find that I did not manage to do what I should be doing or intend to do. Excuses such as busy and irregular working schedule always crop up to make myself feel better.
Plenty of "big" events happened in 2008. These include Beijing Olympics, Formula One Night Race, escape of a detainee, death of a local in Mumbai Terrorists' Attack, etc.
Plenty of "personal" events include death of my mother-in-law, illness of a family member, etc.
Nobody knows what will happen in the new year 2009.
I pray for Good Health for Everybody.
After celebrating Christmas, New Year is just round the corner. I will always ask myself what have I done or achieved in the current year. Very often than not, I will find that I did not manage to do what I should be doing or intend to do. Excuses such as busy and irregular working schedule always crop up to make myself feel better.
Plenty of "big" events happened in 2008. These include Beijing Olympics, Formula One Night Race, escape of a detainee, death of a local in Mumbai Terrorists' Attack, etc.
Plenty of "personal" events include death of my mother-in-law, illness of a family member, etc.
Nobody knows what will happen in the new year 2009.
I pray for Good Health for Everybody.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Chew Chor Meng is OK!
MediaCorp actor Chew Chor Meng takes the first exclusive television interview since news of his disease came to light.
He says he is fine and is not afraid of the future. Instead of wasting time on an unsolvable problem, he would rather face adversities with optimism and thank supporters for their concern.
The bubbly and cheerful Chew has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy in September.
At that time, he was still filming "Love Blossoms 2". In face of the inner emotions and confusions brought about by the truth about his health, and the responsibility and professionalism towards his work, it was a tough period for Chew. Yet, the illness actually brought light to his life.
"In the past, many people say that Chor Meng is hostile or that I'm overly obsessive about work.
Now I feel more positive and happier, and I'm grateful and tolerant of more things. Especially after going through this episode in life, through my religion, I find happiness and peace within.
I'm able to carry on with life with a positive outlook. That's very important," he said.
Though discomforts in his limps have caused inconvenience in movements, it has also brought out the tenacious spirit in him.
"I can still walk now, just that I'm a bit slow and I can't run. But there's no point in dwelling over the fact that I cannot run now. If I can't run, I'll walk. I'll walk till the day I can't then I'll think of other solutions. I think it's pointless to think about it now. I have great confidence that the next time I take your interview, I'd have recovered," Chew tells reporter from MediaCorp Channel 8 News.
Chew expressed his gratefulness to members on Facebook who have initiated the synchronized fasting and prayers, but he hopes that people can stop worrying about him.
"I have no idea what will happen in the next five, seven or 10 years, and I'm not thinking about it nor worry, or be afraid of it. There are naturally things to worry about for tomorrow; I'll take things within my stride. I can still walk now, just that my movements are slower, but at the very least, I can still drive and send my children to and fro school, I can still work and act. I feel contented and blessed now."
(source: sg.news.yahoo.com/cna/20081225/ten-317-chew-chor-meng-ok-2fbb342.html?printer=1 )
My comments:
What is more important than having a healthy body? I pray for good health for everybody during this christmas season.
He says he is fine and is not afraid of the future. Instead of wasting time on an unsolvable problem, he would rather face adversities with optimism and thank supporters for their concern.
The bubbly and cheerful Chew has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy in September.
At that time, he was still filming "Love Blossoms 2". In face of the inner emotions and confusions brought about by the truth about his health, and the responsibility and professionalism towards his work, it was a tough period for Chew. Yet, the illness actually brought light to his life.
"In the past, many people say that Chor Meng is hostile or that I'm overly obsessive about work.
Now I feel more positive and happier, and I'm grateful and tolerant of more things. Especially after going through this episode in life, through my religion, I find happiness and peace within.
I'm able to carry on with life with a positive outlook. That's very important," he said.
Though discomforts in his limps have caused inconvenience in movements, it has also brought out the tenacious spirit in him.
"I can still walk now, just that I'm a bit slow and I can't run. But there's no point in dwelling over the fact that I cannot run now. If I can't run, I'll walk. I'll walk till the day I can't then I'll think of other solutions. I think it's pointless to think about it now. I have great confidence that the next time I take your interview, I'd have recovered," Chew tells reporter from MediaCorp Channel 8 News.
Chew expressed his gratefulness to members on Facebook who have initiated the synchronized fasting and prayers, but he hopes that people can stop worrying about him.
"I have no idea what will happen in the next five, seven or 10 years, and I'm not thinking about it nor worry, or be afraid of it. There are naturally things to worry about for tomorrow; I'll take things within my stride. I can still walk now, just that my movements are slower, but at the very least, I can still drive and send my children to and fro school, I can still work and act. I feel contented and blessed now."
(source: sg.news.yahoo.com/cna/20081225/ten-317-chew-chor-meng-ok-2fbb342.html?printer=1 )
My comments:
What is more important than having a healthy body? I pray for good health for everybody during this christmas season.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Wet Christmas Eve
The heavy rain started in the early hours of Christmas Eve. This reminds me of some years ago, heavy rain flooded some florists shops during the Christmas period. I hope this is not a repeat of that episode.
Now widespread heavy rain continues to pour over our island. It is a good time to stay at home, spend time with family members or good friends.
How do I spend my Christmas Eve?
My family will be having our Christmas dinner with the rest of our family members. It is a gathering we simply love because the adults can play catching up and the kids can chit-chat.
Wishing you Merry Christmas.
Now widespread heavy rain continues to pour over our island. It is a good time to stay at home, spend time with family members or good friends.
How do I spend my Christmas Eve?
My family will be having our Christmas dinner with the rest of our family members. It is a gathering we simply love because the adults can play catching up and the kids can chit-chat.
Wishing you Merry Christmas.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Marina Barrage (part i)
My family went to Marina Barrage this afternoon.Some tips to share:
(1)How to get there?The car-park is small at the present. I guess it will be difficult to park your car during weekends. There is free shuttle bus service from Marine Bay MRT.
(2)For kids, wear short and slippers. There are "pools" with shallow water. Kids and adults enjoyed walking bare-footed in the pools.
(3)I don't know why some paths have plenty of centipedes. My dd was so scared that she cried. Indeed, plenty of centipedes were found along the 2 "arc" paths.
(4)Choose a cloudy day to go and your trip would be wonderful.
http://www.pub.gov.sg/marina/location/Pages/default.aspx
Please continue to stay tuned as I will upload some photos later.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Page One Bookshop in Vivo City
On Thursday, I spent a wonderful afternoon at Page One Bookshop in Vivo City.
After a heavy lunch in Vivo City, my family headed to Page One Bookshop.
http://www.pageonegroup.com/singapore.html
Of many bookshops in Singapore, this Page One is unique to me. I like the ambience in this shop. In particular, the Children's books section which has full-length glass windows, allow readers to see the road leading to Sentosa.
There are some stools in this area. Mums and kids can simply grab a book, sit on the stool and read it.
Due to the heavy lunch and the comfortable environment, I had a short-nap in Page One that afternoon while Isa was reading one of her favourite books by Roald Dahl.
Friends,
If you go to Vivo City, do make a trip to Page One Bookshop. You will have a pleasant experience in this bookshop.
After a heavy lunch in Vivo City, my family headed to Page One Bookshop.
http://www.pageonegroup.com/singapore.html
Of many bookshops in Singapore, this Page One is unique to me. I like the ambience in this shop. In particular, the Children's books section which has full-length glass windows, allow readers to see the road leading to Sentosa.
There are some stools in this area. Mums and kids can simply grab a book, sit on the stool and read it.
Due to the heavy lunch and the comfortable environment, I had a short-nap in Page One that afternoon while Isa was reading one of her favourite books by Roald Dahl.
Friends,
If you go to Vivo City, do make a trip to Page One Bookshop. You will have a pleasant experience in this bookshop.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Cloudy and Wet Weather Ahead
Notice the recent change in the weather? Instead of hot and dry weather, we had cloudy with occasional rain for the past few days.
It is normal to have wetter weather during the year-end. This is the time where most rainfall can be expected. I recalled some years ago, some florists' shops located in the low-lying areas were flooded during the christmas season. The owners and workers were busy saving the pots of flowers in knee-depth water.
I like this type of weather because I feel very comfortable.
It may be a bit inconvenient because I need to bring a brolly if I am going out. The washed clothes are harder to dry completely.
Alas, I know with the wet weather, the year-end festive seasons are approaching!
It is normal to have wetter weather during the year-end. This is the time where most rainfall can be expected. I recalled some years ago, some florists' shops located in the low-lying areas were flooded during the christmas season. The owners and workers were busy saving the pots of flowers in knee-depth water.
I like this type of weather because I feel very comfortable.
It may be a bit inconvenient because I need to bring a brolly if I am going out. The washed clothes are harder to dry completely.
Alas, I know with the wet weather, the year-end festive seasons are approaching!
Friday, December 12, 2008
Film stokes right-to-die debate
LONDON: Britons this week watched Mr Craig Ewert die on TV, in a film showing how he travelled to a Zurich clinic in 2006 to take a fatal dose of barbiturates.
Shown by Sky Television on Wednesday, Right To Die? is said to be the first British TV broadcast of the moment of death in a voluntary euthanasia case.
It has thrown a new bomb into an already contentious debate.
Almost totally incapacitated by motor neuron disease, Mr Ewert, a former computer engineer, was seen looking at his interviewer and laying out his options.
'If I go through with it, I have death,' Mr Ewert, 59, said. 'If I don't go through with it, my choice is essentially to suffer and to inflict suffering on my family, and then die.' He chose the quick way.
Britain's obsession with reality television reached new heights - or depths - with the broadcast of the assisted suicide of Mr Ewert at a Swiss clinic.
Showing the final moment of death had long been a final taboo, even for no-holds-barred British TV, where sex and violence are common.
Care Not Killing, an anti-euthanasia movement aligned with religious groups, denounced the broadcast as 'a cynical attempt to boost TV ratings' and persuade Parliament to legalise assisted suicide.
About 100 Britons have committed suicide at Dignitas in the past decade or so, said Ms Jo Cartwright, a spokesman for Dignity in Dying, a lobbying group.
It is illegal in Britain to 'aid, abet, counsel or procure' suicide.
Public opinion polls suggest 80 per cent of Britons believe the law should be changed to allow a doctor to end a patient's life in a case like Mr Ewert's, but opposition from influential religious groups remains strong and the anti-suicide law remains in place.
But while the law is clear, its application is murky. The authorities periodically prosecute people who have assisted in suicides in Britain. They are rarely sent to jail, but face many months of distress while waiting to stand trial.
Mr Ewert's wife, Mary, was not prosecuted, despite the fact that she broke the law by, among other things, helping him travel to the clinic.
'For Craig, allowing the cameras to film his last moments was about facing the end honestly,' she wrote in The Independent earlier this week.
'He was keen to have it shown because when death is hidden and private, people don't face their fears about it.'
In the film, Mr Ewert comes across as severely disabled and absolutely determined that he is doing the right thing. His final moments are almost unbearably poignant. Lying on a bed at the Dignitas centre, he signs a consent form with the help of his wife. In his laboured voice, he says: 'I love you, sweetheart, so much.'
She responds: 'Have a safe journey, and see you sometime.'
Using his teeth, Mr Ewert presses the button that turns off his ventilator. He drinks a fatal mixture of barbiturates. And then, as a piece of music he has selected - Beethoven's Ninth Symphony - plays in his room and his wife gently rubs his feet, his life begins to ebb away.
My Comments:
Death is confirmed once we are born. This is THE destination all living things have to arrive. The issue is the path leading to death. Not all paths are the same. Usually the path to death is a miserable one due to illness.
How to ensure one can die smoothly in a dignified manner?
Shown by Sky Television on Wednesday, Right To Die? is said to be the first British TV broadcast of the moment of death in a voluntary euthanasia case.
It has thrown a new bomb into an already contentious debate.
Almost totally incapacitated by motor neuron disease, Mr Ewert, a former computer engineer, was seen looking at his interviewer and laying out his options.
'If I go through with it, I have death,' Mr Ewert, 59, said. 'If I don't go through with it, my choice is essentially to suffer and to inflict suffering on my family, and then die.' He chose the quick way.
Britain's obsession with reality television reached new heights - or depths - with the broadcast of the assisted suicide of Mr Ewert at a Swiss clinic.
Showing the final moment of death had long been a final taboo, even for no-holds-barred British TV, where sex and violence are common.
Care Not Killing, an anti-euthanasia movement aligned with religious groups, denounced the broadcast as 'a cynical attempt to boost TV ratings' and persuade Parliament to legalise assisted suicide.
About 100 Britons have committed suicide at Dignitas in the past decade or so, said Ms Jo Cartwright, a spokesman for Dignity in Dying, a lobbying group.
It is illegal in Britain to 'aid, abet, counsel or procure' suicide.
Public opinion polls suggest 80 per cent of Britons believe the law should be changed to allow a doctor to end a patient's life in a case like Mr Ewert's, but opposition from influential religious groups remains strong and the anti-suicide law remains in place.
But while the law is clear, its application is murky. The authorities periodically prosecute people who have assisted in suicides in Britain. They are rarely sent to jail, but face many months of distress while waiting to stand trial.
Mr Ewert's wife, Mary, was not prosecuted, despite the fact that she broke the law by, among other things, helping him travel to the clinic.
'For Craig, allowing the cameras to film his last moments was about facing the end honestly,' she wrote in The Independent earlier this week.
'He was keen to have it shown because when death is hidden and private, people don't face their fears about it.'
In the film, Mr Ewert comes across as severely disabled and absolutely determined that he is doing the right thing. His final moments are almost unbearably poignant. Lying on a bed at the Dignitas centre, he signs a consent form with the help of his wife. In his laboured voice, he says: 'I love you, sweetheart, so much.'
She responds: 'Have a safe journey, and see you sometime.'
Using his teeth, Mr Ewert presses the button that turns off his ventilator. He drinks a fatal mixture of barbiturates. And then, as a piece of music he has selected - Beethoven's Ninth Symphony - plays in his room and his wife gently rubs his feet, his life begins to ebb away.
My Comments:
Death is confirmed once we are born. This is THE destination all living things have to arrive. The issue is the path leading to death. Not all paths are the same. Usually the path to death is a miserable one due to illness.
How to ensure one can die smoothly in a dignified manner?
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Woman to take Mental Test
She challenged bank's call to assess her ability to handle $8.9m account By Selina Lum
A 92-YEAR-OLD woman who sued OCBC Bank for freezing her $8.9 million account has been ordered by the High Court to undergo an independent psychiatric test.
Madam Hwang Cheng Tsu Hsu took OCBC to court after it refused to let her touch the money, on the grounds that it had doubts about her mental capacity.
Last month, a lower court granted OCBC's application for Madam Hwang to be examined by an independent psychiatrist to evaluate whether she was mentally fit to handle her finances.
Madam Hwang then challenged OCBC's move and appealed against the decision, as well as an earlier decision rejecting her request for summary judgment - asking the court to decide without a full trial.
On Tuesday, Justice Tan Lee Meng dismissed her appeal on the summary judgment issue. Her lawyer Andrew Ee then withdrew the appeal against the issue of appointing a psychiatrist.
At the hearing, OCBC's lawyer questioned if Madam Hwang was the one driving the lawsuit.
Why is she vigorously resisting being examined by a court-appointed expert if she is indeed mentally fit to handle her financial affairs, asked Mr Adrian Wong.
'This makes no sense unless the plaintiff (or the true engine behind the suit) is afraid that she will fail a re-examination.'
Madam Hwang's lawyer had pointed out that she had already been found mentally fit by a psychiatrist and a psychologist.
A separate application by Madam Hwang, asking the bank to release $18,000 a month as household expenses, will be heard at a later date.
The sum includes $3,600 for her adopted daughter, who is her caregiver and only child; $1,000 for toiletries; and $3,000 for holidays and entertainment.
The impasse between Madam Hwang and OCBC began in May when she and her daughter, Madam Amy Hsu Ann Mei, 43, went to the bank to ask about opening a joint account. The bank refused.
The women visited OCBC again in May to close Madam Hwang's account. This was also denied.
OCBC later said it had doubts about Madam Hwang's mental capacity.
The bank said it was acting prudently and refused to accept any instructions on any of Madam Hwang's accounts until she was shown to be mentally fit.
She proceeded to sue OCBC to have her locked funds returned.
On Tuesday, Mr Ee argued that the matter did not need to go to trial, citing her earlier mental examinations.
However, Mr Wong said the reports only dealt with whether Madam Hwang was fit to make a will and not whether she was capable of handling her accounts.
He also noted discrepancies in these mental reports.
In psychiatric and psychological tests, Madam Hwang could not recall items like a book, chair or clock after five minutes.
Yet, she scored full marks for her response to the question: Tell me about the parole system in Singapore.
Mr Wong urged the court to see the case 'in its proper context', citing an article about the responsibility of banks in fraud against the elderly.
He noted that at a previous hearing, Mr Ee had indicated that Madam Hsu was not prepared to give an undertaking that the money be used only for her mother's expenses.
Assistant Registrar David Lee, who was hearing the matter, reminded Mr Ee that his client was Madam Hwang, not the daughter, said Mr Wong.
The lawyer also drew attention to irregularities in a letter from Madam Hwang authorising her daughter to act for her.
The letter was signed by Madam Hsu on behalf of her mother.
'In effect, she was authorising herself to deal with the plaintiff's accounts,' said Mr Wong.
(source : www.straitstimes.com/Breaking%2BNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_313027.html )
My Comments:
1) Does the bank have the right to freeze a person's bank account?
2) Does an old woman age 92 incapable to handle such a huge 8.9 mil asset?
3) On one hand, I think the bank has the right to "suspect" because this 8.9 mil asset is too huge to imagine and how an old lady being able to handle it? On the otherhand, I question the rights the bank has to freeze one's bank account.
A 92-YEAR-OLD woman who sued OCBC Bank for freezing her $8.9 million account has been ordered by the High Court to undergo an independent psychiatric test.
Madam Hwang Cheng Tsu Hsu took OCBC to court after it refused to let her touch the money, on the grounds that it had doubts about her mental capacity.
Last month, a lower court granted OCBC's application for Madam Hwang to be examined by an independent psychiatrist to evaluate whether she was mentally fit to handle her finances.
Madam Hwang then challenged OCBC's move and appealed against the decision, as well as an earlier decision rejecting her request for summary judgment - asking the court to decide without a full trial.
On Tuesday, Justice Tan Lee Meng dismissed her appeal on the summary judgment issue. Her lawyer Andrew Ee then withdrew the appeal against the issue of appointing a psychiatrist.
At the hearing, OCBC's lawyer questioned if Madam Hwang was the one driving the lawsuit.
Why is she vigorously resisting being examined by a court-appointed expert if she is indeed mentally fit to handle her financial affairs, asked Mr Adrian Wong.
'This makes no sense unless the plaintiff (or the true engine behind the suit) is afraid that she will fail a re-examination.'
Madam Hwang's lawyer had pointed out that she had already been found mentally fit by a psychiatrist and a psychologist.
A separate application by Madam Hwang, asking the bank to release $18,000 a month as household expenses, will be heard at a later date.
The sum includes $3,600 for her adopted daughter, who is her caregiver and only child; $1,000 for toiletries; and $3,000 for holidays and entertainment.
The impasse between Madam Hwang and OCBC began in May when she and her daughter, Madam Amy Hsu Ann Mei, 43, went to the bank to ask about opening a joint account. The bank refused.
The women visited OCBC again in May to close Madam Hwang's account. This was also denied.
OCBC later said it had doubts about Madam Hwang's mental capacity.
The bank said it was acting prudently and refused to accept any instructions on any of Madam Hwang's accounts until she was shown to be mentally fit.
She proceeded to sue OCBC to have her locked funds returned.
On Tuesday, Mr Ee argued that the matter did not need to go to trial, citing her earlier mental examinations.
However, Mr Wong said the reports only dealt with whether Madam Hwang was fit to make a will and not whether she was capable of handling her accounts.
He also noted discrepancies in these mental reports.
In psychiatric and psychological tests, Madam Hwang could not recall items like a book, chair or clock after five minutes.
Yet, she scored full marks for her response to the question: Tell me about the parole system in Singapore.
Mr Wong urged the court to see the case 'in its proper context', citing an article about the responsibility of banks in fraud against the elderly.
He noted that at a previous hearing, Mr Ee had indicated that Madam Hsu was not prepared to give an undertaking that the money be used only for her mother's expenses.
Assistant Registrar David Lee, who was hearing the matter, reminded Mr Ee that his client was Madam Hwang, not the daughter, said Mr Wong.
The lawyer also drew attention to irregularities in a letter from Madam Hwang authorising her daughter to act for her.
The letter was signed by Madam Hsu on behalf of her mother.
'In effect, she was authorising herself to deal with the plaintiff's accounts,' said Mr Wong.
(source : www.straitstimes.com/Breaking%2BNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_313027.html )
My Comments:
1) Does the bank have the right to freeze a person's bank account?
2) Does an old woman age 92 incapable to handle such a huge 8.9 mil asset?
3) On one hand, I think the bank has the right to "suspect" because this 8.9 mil asset is too huge to imagine and how an old lady being able to handle it? On the otherhand, I question the rights the bank has to freeze one's bank account.
Monday, December 08, 2008
Another fatal accident at North-South Highway
TWO Singapore children survived a deadly accident early yesterday morning on Malaysia's North-South Highway when the coach they were in crashed into a tree and split in two, according to Shin Min Daily News.
The accident, which happened around 2am, killed 10 people. The bus was travelling from Ipoh to Singapore.
The newspaper reported that the Singapore children, a girl aged five and a boy aged seven, escaped with scratches.
One of the dead was a 20-year-old Malaysian woman who was a university student here, the paper added.
The crash was one of two fatal accidents on the North-South Highway over the weekend that involved Singaporeans.
On Saturday evening, a 59-year-old man died when the car he was in plunged off the road and hit a tree.
The victim was with his wife and three sons, who all suffered injuries. One son was badly hurt.
The family was on the way home after a vacation in Malacca.
According to Shin Min Daily News, the vehicle was being driven by the man's eldest son, who lost control near Pagoh, Muar.
The man was flung out of the car and died at the scene.
(source: www.straitstimes.com/Breaking%2BNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_311858.html )My Comments:
(1) Although travelling during the night saves the traveller's time, it may be more dangerous because visibility and tiredness can easily cause an accident.
(2) The driver may be rushing to complete the journey so that he can continue with his next assignment.
(3) With a vast part of the journey without any street-lamps, the road conditions are not favourable even to a seasoned driver.
(4) Going to Malaysia via a coach is very popular and common for the locals. But the occurrence of accidents is also quite high especially during the school holidays.
Shopping Time for All
Did you go to Spore Expo recently for the IT show?
Did you go to Spore Expo recently for the John Little Sale?
The IT show was held in Hall 5 & 6. The John Little Sale was in Hall 4. The former was meant for men. The latter was for women.
This was the best shopping time for everybody.
I bought quite a number of items during the John Little Sale. It was really value for money as a dress for a girl cost $10, a simple blouse cost $10 etc.
I will worry about my credit card bill later.
Did you go to Spore Expo recently for the John Little Sale?
The IT show was held in Hall 5 & 6. The John Little Sale was in Hall 4. The former was meant for men. The latter was for women.
This was the best shopping time for everybody.
I bought quite a number of items during the John Little Sale. It was really value for money as a dress for a girl cost $10, a simple blouse cost $10 etc.
I will worry about my credit card bill later.
Story Books Time
The weather for the past few days has been cloudy and wet. It was such a good time to remain in-doors. I was glad to spend most of this time reading books.
And I am not ashamed to share with you that I read Charlotte's Web by E.B.White, Animal Farm by George Orwell and now into Boy Tales of Childhood by Roald Dahl.
Charlotte was just a small and ordinary spider. Yet she managed to use her determination and wits to save Wilbur, a pig from being slaughtered. She died in the end. After I read this book, I passed to Isa. Isa shed her tears and did not like this ending.
Animal Farm might be a bit complicated for her. Isa has yet to read this book. However, I like this book. "All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others". Is not this a reflection in this world?
I know Roald Dahl is a popular author among the children. This is my first time reading his book. I have yet to finish reading it. But this book is attractive enough for me to read on.
I have enjoyed my quality time with books and Isa.
What about you?
And I am not ashamed to share with you that I read Charlotte's Web by E.B.White, Animal Farm by George Orwell and now into Boy Tales of Childhood by Roald Dahl.
Charlotte was just a small and ordinary spider. Yet she managed to use her determination and wits to save Wilbur, a pig from being slaughtered. She died in the end. After I read this book, I passed to Isa. Isa shed her tears and did not like this ending.
Animal Farm might be a bit complicated for her. Isa has yet to read this book. However, I like this book. "All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others". Is not this a reflection in this world?
I know Roald Dahl is a popular author among the children. This is my first time reading his book. I have yet to finish reading it. But this book is attractive enough for me to read on.
I have enjoyed my quality time with books and Isa.
What about you?
Friday, December 05, 2008
Genting - City of Entertainment
My family went to Genting during the last weekend. It is just a 6 hours' drive by coach.
Genting is a City of Entertainment. It is also a City that Never Sleeps, a place where young and old can have their fun. The young and darings can go for the rides in both indoor and outdoor theme parks. The old can just sit in front of the jack-pot machines to get their thrill. All will be spoilt for the choices of entertainment available in Genting.
We stayed in the First World Hotel which is the largest hotel in the world. It comes with 6118 rooms. Depending on the types of rooms, the amenities vary accordingly. Our room was quite basic. But is just nice for us because we only return to the room to sleep. We were out of the room most of the time.
Food is pretty expensive in Genting. A plate of chicken rice or noodles can cost as much as RM 14.50. This works out to be about SGD 7 per plate ! But the restaurants and cafes are always crowded. There is no poor people in Genting.
Friends,
If you have not thought where to head during this year-end holiday, why not consider Genting? It is quite near to home. With the attractive currency exchange rate, Malaysia seems to be the best choice for a short retreat.
(source: http://www.genting.com.my/ )
Genting is a City of Entertainment. It is also a City that Never Sleeps, a place where young and old can have their fun. The young and darings can go for the rides in both indoor and outdoor theme parks. The old can just sit in front of the jack-pot machines to get their thrill. All will be spoilt for the choices of entertainment available in Genting.
We stayed in the First World Hotel which is the largest hotel in the world. It comes with 6118 rooms. Depending on the types of rooms, the amenities vary accordingly. Our room was quite basic. But is just nice for us because we only return to the room to sleep. We were out of the room most of the time.
Food is pretty expensive in Genting. A plate of chicken rice or noodles can cost as much as RM 14.50. This works out to be about SGD 7 per plate ! But the restaurants and cafes are always crowded. There is no poor people in Genting.
Friends,
If you have not thought where to head during this year-end holiday, why not consider Genting? It is quite near to home. With the attractive currency exchange rate, Malaysia seems to be the best choice for a short retreat.
(source: http://www.genting.com.my/ )
Thursday, December 04, 2008
A Memorable Dinner at Fullerton Hotel
To celebrate the Japan emperor's 75th birthday (actual date on 23 Dec), the Japan embassy hosted a dinner at one of the ballrooms in Fullerton Hotel recently.
The guests of honour include Japan Ambassador and our Defence Minister, Mr Teo Chee Hean.
I must say that this dinner has been very impressive and memorable among other dinners of such events. Food and fruits such as pears, apples, melons and pesimmons, salmon etc were flown in from Japan.
The pear (nikkori) is large and has meltingly sweet juice. The apple (sun fuji) is yellowish-white, very juicy with a strong sweetness and fresh fragrance. The persimmon (fuyu) has dense and soft flesh. It has sweet and delicious juicy too.
I love the melon (musk melon) the best. I was told that these melons are grown in glass greenhouses under complete cultivation management. They are raised with complete concentration of all nutrients. The taste and fragrance are both very satisfying.
This is also my first time eating unlimited serving of raw fish/seafood.
I tried the sake (traditional Japanese rice wine), There were several bottles of various tastes. I opted the one meant for beginner. Again, the taste and smell was just nice and wonderful.
The governments of both Japan and Singapore have been working closely and promoting ties for many years. All would like to see the present situation continues.
Maybe my next holiday would be to Japan.
The guests of honour include Japan Ambassador and our Defence Minister, Mr Teo Chee Hean.
I must say that this dinner has been very impressive and memorable among other dinners of such events. Food and fruits such as pears, apples, melons and pesimmons, salmon etc were flown in from Japan.
The pear (nikkori) is large and has meltingly sweet juice. The apple (sun fuji) is yellowish-white, very juicy with a strong sweetness and fresh fragrance. The persimmon (fuyu) has dense and soft flesh. It has sweet and delicious juicy too.
I love the melon (musk melon) the best. I was told that these melons are grown in glass greenhouses under complete cultivation management. They are raised with complete concentration of all nutrients. The taste and fragrance are both very satisfying.
This is also my first time eating unlimited serving of raw fish/seafood.
I tried the sake (traditional Japanese rice wine), There were several bottles of various tastes. I opted the one meant for beginner. Again, the taste and smell was just nice and wonderful.
The governments of both Japan and Singapore have been working closely and promoting ties for many years. All would like to see the present situation continues.
Maybe my next holiday would be to Japan.
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Kungfu Panda
For friends especially with kids, I am sure you have watched the cartoon movie Kungfu Panda quite some time ago.
I watched it many times. I watched again during my return trip on an 18-seater coach from Genting.
I forgot which character mentioned the below phrase but it was very meaningful.
"Yesterday was a history, tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift and that is why it is called present".
How many of us after appreciating this phrase and can learn to apply it to our daily life?
I watched it many times. I watched again during my return trip on an 18-seater coach from Genting.
I forgot which character mentioned the below phrase but it was very meaningful.
"Yesterday was a history, tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift and that is why it is called present".
How many of us after appreciating this phrase and can learn to apply it to our daily life?
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