Just some thoughts of the day...
Some events that triggered such thoughts...


It is how weird that in life, it’s not always a case of “you be good to others, others will be good to you”.

Is it because, as one grows up and being the oh-so-nice person one always is, being taken for granted naturally comes into play?

Or is it because, the nicer person you are, the more will people try to take advantage of you?

Or is it because, you hardly say “no”, you become a “Yes” Man?

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Why is it that “I don’t know” is a favourite word of some people?

There are certain things in life that I thought won’t be easily forgotton, but apparently, I’m wrong.

Why is it that when you are asking for advices, people give a “I don’t know” reply?

Is it because that person truly do not know, or is that person trying to act don’t know?

Or is it purely a stupid question to be asked? I wonder…

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Was watching a Channel 8 repeat drama about a water vat yesterday evening. Reminded me of how life is now.

Is money that important that one can sever ties? Is money that important that husbands and wife can betray each other, siblings can fall out, and parents become “nothing”?

Maybe – in life, in papers, you always see it, you always read it, and it probably happens to someone you know.

What is this world coming to?

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Like someone once told me, it’s hard to be a good person.

To be a good person, you have lots to consider, you have lots to think of. And you have to consider the aftermath.

But regardless of all the headaches, at the end of the day, what you probably want is to have a good sleep. How true.

But how many people actually bothers????
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Down with flu again... or is it just stuffy nose??

The last was just early this month. So unlike me... :(

Feeling so uncomfy.

OSCAR Test

Have you guessed it from the previous post??? Hiak hiak..... If you havent, the following account should be a clear indication... :)

We went to TMC for the OSCAR test on 26 November 2008. Appointment was at 9am.

If you are wondering what the OSCAR test is.... here's an extract:

It is an earlier and more accurate method of screening for risk of fetal anomalies, in particular Down's Syndrome. It is a combination of maternal age, fetal NT and serum biochemistry. In short, it meant 1) ultrasound measurement of Nuchal Translucency (NT) at 11-13 weeks 6 days gestation of the fetus, 2) a sample of the mother's bloos is analysed for levels of free beta hCG and PAPP-A (pregnancy associated plasma Protein A). Er.... dont ask me what all this "big words" meant, cos I also dont know.

Anyway, for those who are concern, I cleared those tests. Of cos both Brian and I are elated!

I had to take the ultrasound scan 3 times becos:

the first time, baby was in a perfect position, but becos me, who is so scare of ticklish, moved alittle when the scanner moved. Thus, baby also decided to change position. Boo to me, rite???

got to go take my blood test, walk about for 10-20 mins before the 2nd try. this time, i was mentally prepared but.... baby decided to do stunts, which is diving. probably just like the father.... hahahha

no choice, got to walk around again.... and i have with me a very full bladder. but leh, cannot go toilet as it will be easier to scan with a full bladder.

the 3rd time, baby is really cooperative. maybe it was becos Brian kept rubbing my tummy and asking baby to be cooperative so that we can go shopping after that. haha... and well, baby is really good by lying flat. The person taking the scan managed to take a few screenshots of what she needed to take. but now, i guess baby fell asleep. either that or is lost in his/her own world. hahah..... becos no matter how i cough or laugh or move sideways, baby decided to not move at all, lying nicely with the head tucked in. we needed baby to be actually lying straight or "standing" cos we needed to measure baby's length to correctly and further confirm the EDD.

And guess what?? Brian said baby is just like me. Stubborn and metal teeth. Dont wana move means dont wana move. wahhahahahahah

And when we decided to give up, well, baby decided to wake up and dance. wahahhah.... ccan you imagine our expressions????!!!!

i think baby gonna bring us lotsa laughter...

thinking of this, i cant help but smile.

waiting for the next appointment. and hopefully, gender will be revealed.

A Challenging 2009?

Another month to 2009...

It's gonna be an exciting year. Why????? :)

Despite the nausea and on off vomitting, I'm trying to keep my spirits up. Why??? :P
Despite having lotsa crabs and shell fish in front of me, I'm trying not to eat too much. Why?? :P

And I have not been eating sashimi since I am back from Japan i think.... Why?? :P

U guessed it???

I'm back from Genting... :)

It was a self-drive trip, with hubby driving all the way up to Genting and down. (Good job, dearie... :P)

Travelling at a speed that you will never do so locally. Wow.. and we arent even really fast - there were faster cars....

Dont know whether any damage done to our car.... hahahaha...

Where next, honey?? :P

I am so tired..... so so tired...

Of Cooking and Baking

Had a sudden urge to cook. And with not much time and no ingredients, went to NTUC to pick up just enough for Spaghetti - with lotsa mushrooms and ham.

And while eating, I was complaining to hubby how expensive our opposite coffeshop is selling the plain spaghetti. It is 4 bucks. For 2, it will be $8 - a small portion and no ingredients, ok la, got a wee wee bit.

And for mine, i had tonnes of mushrooms and ham, and a serving big enough for 3, and still have leftover spags for the next round. All for less than $10. :)

Did I also mention I baked? Haha... was clearing and throwing away stuff in my fridge that were gonna be expired. And today, I went to NTUC to buy another round of baking stuff.

For muffins! vanilla muffins. which makes the kitchen smell so 'yummilicious' while it's baking.....

what should i cook tomorrow? what should i bake?? :P

So many things on the mind.
Why do I think so much?

Hokkaido..

Alright.  Here you go... 7D Hokkaido trip.  Group Tour.  Guess I'll be lost if i'm there on F&E.  =)

Enjoy. ;)

What caught my eye while waiting for flight to Chitose from Narita Airport.

Dinner on board the domestic flight.  Both are nice!!!!!

Common sight in toilets in Japan.  Haha... But i didnt use leh... ;)

Cheese Factory - Hokkaido ice cream.  Yummy!!!!!  Their milk tastes yummy too....

Lavendar - one of my favourite flowers?? or grass?? ;P  Not in season thus, only manage to see them in the greenhouse.

Family.... nice backdrop....

Flowers.....

Biei.... Suppose to be a famous place cos of the advert by Skyline.

Ice Pavilion - it is -20 degrees inside!!!!

Another common sight.  Gums, drinks, cigarettes, sometimes food....

Otaru - Otaru Canal

Guess what these are??  They are musical "boxes"!! Otaru is famous for their musical boxes...

Along the streets of Otaru.  Lotsa shops selling chocolates, candies, souvenirs...












Lunch!! Really fresh Japanese sushi. Literally melts in your mouth. Hahah...


Continue again another day..... =)

Weekends!!!! Time to rest and relax again.....

Overwhelmed with emotions when I read Hubby's blog. "Everybody miss me" =)
I was missing them every other day as well. :)

Yes. I was away for 7 days, travelling with my parents and sis. Haha.. weird combi right???

Was away to Hokkaido, Japan. Photos will be up soon (i hope).

who, why, when, how....

the 4 most commonly used words

but also the 4 most deadly words

What's been going on this past month?? Have MIA from the blogging scene becos' of too many reasons.

Surprise that was mentioned?

My first Burberry Blue Label Bag



An off-white bag just perfect. So scared of dirtying it though.

Love you baby

Surprises...

Just got another surprise yesterday.

Life's full of surprises.

Love it.

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Stuff to Clear

Hi Folks,

I have stuff to clear. Bought either on impulse or it hasnt been of much use after buying it. So, please help me clear ok? to keep my bank account afloat. Thanks!

Authentic Furla Bag (Leather)


Condition 9/10, comes with dust cover.
Selling at $250.00.

The Body Shop Almond Conditioning Hand Wash


Unopened.
Retailing at $12.90
Selling at $10.00

Brand new Black/White Mod Tunic Dress - From HK


Measurements: Bust width: 90cm
Selling at $25.00

Brand new Button Collar Shirt Top - From Hong Kong


Bust width (around)84CM Length 63CM
Selling at $15.00

Christain Dior Compact Powder



Used less than 5 times
Selling at $40.00

The Body Shop Pure Essential Oil - Lavender


Unopened
Retailing at $12.90
Selling at $10.00

Brand new Estee Lauder Lip Gloss


Selling at $15.00

In addition, I have a piece of S$50.00 Ikea voucher which I am willing to let go at S$45.00.

Prices are negotiable, but please be nice. Email me la!

Cheers!

i really dont understand. Is it me?

If you do not wana go, then in the first place, dont tell me it's ok to go.
Then when plans are made and to be confirmed, u tell me u dun feel like going.
Only to add on that, if I wana go, u will go.

Isnt this making it sound like i'm the one forcing?

if i didnt want u to go, i would not have asked u.
then u tell me to go alone if i wanted to go.

the weather is killing me softly..... arghhhhh

Ben and Jerry's!!

Cos i was so so craving for B&J's ice-cream, and becos' of the so freaking hot weather (does it serve as a reason??? who cares!!), we head for my favourite ice-cream at Dempsey Hill earlier this afternoon.

Crazy of us right??? We really drive all the way there just to have ice-cream. :)

The must-take photo at the Hill. :)


Paradise found


Ben and Jerry's!!!!


The "main course" Yummy yummy yummy


The van outside B&J. so so colourful but dearie says it stinks. hahahahhahahahah


And home we go.... All satisfied.


xoxo,
Cynthia

Random Posts

Last year this time, I would have so many things on my mind.

Suddenly this year, it's like nothing to look forward to.
No major events.
Just the normal hopes for a holiday, the normal wishes for more monies & striking 4D.
Ha....

Last year this time, I got my house after numerous viewings.

Between May and Sep 07, I would have been: -
Busy looking for furniture;
Busy choosing my gowns and going for trial makeups and gowns fittings;
Busy finalising my guest lists for the AD;
Busy taking my PS;
Busy going for hair highlights and hair trims;
Busy choosing this, choosing there......

How I wish I could turn back time and 'rekindle' the feelings of a photoshoot.
The feelings of wearing the sexy and beautiful wedding gown and my so-loved evening gown.
The feelings of the fun during the shoots.
The feelings of being so so pretty with professionals 'meddling' with the makeup and hairdo.

And most importantly, the excitement of becoming a Mrs.
How funny. I never thought I'll miss those times.

I know this is gonna sound all so 'kiddy'.

Have you ever suddenly miss someone though u know he'll be back in an hour's time???

:P

p/s: Playing at the background, Ill Mondo brings back fond memories of my wedding.

My arms are aching but nobody seems to care.
My internet is suddenly so slow but it seems like i'm throwing tantrums.

Harold and Kumar

Went to catch Harold and Kumar with Iris and Jerome, of cos with Brian as well on Friday night.

Funny movie. Tonnes of laughter, tonnes of cursing and swearing, tonnes of nudity, tonnes of sick jokes.
Go with an open mind.

Laughter is the best way to destress.

This poem in the movie is awesome.

The Square Root of 3 by Dave Feinberg

I’m sure that I will always be
A lonely number like root three
--
The three is all that’s good and right,
Why must my three keep out of sight
Beneath the vicious square root sign,
I wish instead I were a nine
--
For nine could thwart this evil trick,
with just some quick arithmetic
--
I know I’ll never see the sun, as 1.7321
Such is my reality, a sad irrationality
--
When hark!What is this I see,
Another square root of a three
--
As quietly co-waltzing by,
Together now we multiply
To form a number we prefer,
Rejoicing as an integer
--
We break free from our mortal bonds
With the wave of magic wands
--
Our square root signs become unglued
Your love for me has been renewed

Sick. Having a fever and running nose. Drifting in and out of sleep.
Guess i'm gonna lose a few kg again. Only ate half a bowl of porridge and a mashed potato for the whole day.

But well, losing a few kg is not too bad either. Haven been walking to and fro house and mrt, office and mrt. Why?

Cos of our new baby. Our latest addition.



Got to survive on water and bread already.

Day 10 & 11 - Sydney

Hunter Valley Gardens - this is the place kids will like. And I loved it here cos of the beautiful flowers and storybook garden - I was brought back to my childhood days of riddles and rhymes. The photos will speak for itself.

















Went for wine tasting school. Learnt abit of wine making and tasted some wine.



It was to Port Stephens next.





Wanted to try this but too bad, it was close at 3pm.


Had these instead. :P






At Anna Bay before driving back to Sydney city.


Day 11 - last day is Australia

Flight was supposedly at 8pm Australia time but then it got delayed for 4 hours. Boo.

Anyway, last minute shopping and city walkaround

Queen Victoria Building


QVB interior


Along the streets






My first taste of the so-famous Krispy Kreme


Till the next time I step into Australia.

Of cos with him.