so lazy to upload photos lately. been considering to purchase a new camera though my Lumix is only a year old. only a year but it is so outdated - bulky and so uncompact.

Been looking around but cant think of a better excuse to change for a new, it's still functionally good and clear....

i dont think i will bringing Lumix to D & D tomorrow night....

urgh! my body still aches from the Maths Trails on Monday.
Though I needed to control only 10 students compare to the rest of the facilitators with 20, my team did not completed the race fast enough. I took my time with the explanation, showing them how to get the sum right (though I had to skip on the perimeter thingy - totally forgotten how to get it right!) and too caught up with the markings.

I fell on my way back after sending one student to the ladies.
should have known better than to put on platforms. now im suffering old age motion, cant bend, cant move fast and i cant even sit without holding on to something.

Everyone seemed concern about me since it was my first experience.
Every now and then, either Gamar Or Shah would drop by to ask how I was coping...
duh! given the chance I rather be behind the desk doing calculation and reconciliation.

Thank goodness, none of the students evaluated me badly.
But, I really think i did NOT do a fabulous job though I had tried my best.
Over the 3 hours, Students were getting comfortable with me, complaining to me every now and then even to the slightest matter...its always "teacher2x, he hit me, teacher2x, he ran, teacher2x, i need to go to the toilet!"
Madness...phew!

Went shopping the second time to hunt for the D & D-Black & White Glamourous Theme.
Found it - yes it's Black & white but not at all glamourous....who cares lah?!
As long I will not be out of the main theme and most importantly, Im comfortable in it.

Okay, accounts is finally closed, I'm getting used to the way they do things here.
so shall not complain much....

Came back after an overnight @ Costa Sand Chalet.
My first and I think should be my last.
Though I enjoyed the slumber party alike, had a late night playing uno and putting on face mask, giggling away with my 3 sisters (Alia's mom in law complained that we were way too noisy @ 3am)...
its REALLY not my cup of tea of spending the weekend....

Routinely BBQ, Nap, Chat, watch Tv and play by the pool....i could be more productive than this.

Anyways, thanks Alia for the effort and being a fabulous hostess.
No doubt food is great, the company is awesome,,,,it would be much better if we were in the comfort of home sweet home.
yeah, im a couch potato...

photos to be uploaded later yeah....
im still feeling sleepy...gosh!

You Will Be a Cool Parent

You seem to naturally know a lot about parenting, and you know what kids need. You can tell when it's time to let kids off the hook, and when it's time to lay down the law. While your parenting is modern and hip, it's not over the top. You know that there's nothing cool about a parent who acts like a teenager... or a drill sergeant!

Would You Be a Cool Parent?

I HOPE SO :-)

Sidetrack abit, I will be involved in the maths rails as one of the facilitators at Esplanade on Monday.
Clueless on my task. Due to shortage of manpower, Corporate Services Dept has to "turun padang" to help out...
ghee...sound interesting cos it's like the amzing race thingy. Im having the chill too, handling P3 students?race?from 8-12...does not sound accounting to me, eh?

You Are 60% Normal

Otherwise known as the normal amount of normal You're like most people most of the time But you've got those quirks that make you endearing You're unique, yes... but not frighteningly so!

How Normal Are You?

Your Interpersonal Intelligence Score: 75%

Your Interpersonal Intelligence is High You are definitely a "people person." You enjoy spending time with others. You instinctively understand people, and you are both a good counsellor and mediator. However, there are definitely times when you've had enough. And that's when you cherish being alone.

How Does Your Interpersonal Intelligence Rate?

You Are Quite Worldly

You've done a good bit of worldly exploring, and you have an international perspective. And you're definitely looking forward to your future adventures abroad. You've got the passport, the desire to travel, and maybe even the language skills. Now all you need are the means!

How Worldly Are You?

hmmm....

Your 80s Hunk Is

Jason Bateman

Who's Your 80s Hunk?

quite close, should be GM or JK

by chance, i found this video....
didnt know "we are the world" has another version...
You know, Glenn Medeiros and Bonnie Tyler are amongst the various artises..sweetest!

oh dear! im down with terrible flu. its been more than 3 days.
im having blocked nose and that phlegm is getting thicker each day.
the medicine is not helping to recover fast, im getting from bad to worse.

anyway, this was not the reason why i choose not to be with Noreez and Ani.
our much anticipated meeting still had to go on despite me not being there,
I was reluctant to cancel and re-shedule for another day, nobody knows what might turn up next.
Also, I wanted Ani to give Noreez her BD gift :-)

Mimi came to SG office for some training on Thursday Night. she had emailed earlier that she might had to put up at our place since (like usual) the hotel booking was at the last hour. somehow, they managed to book a room for her at Kitchener Road via online. But poor girl, she was not able to check in due to some technical error. no deposit had been paid upfront! she was required to pay SGD500 over the counter there and then...

of course, I was more than happy to have her around.
and it would be bad for me to leave my guest alone for the firework. Mak advised me to stay put and accompany her.
Everyone will be out to visit our aunt later at night.

Mimi was not keen for the firework...
she had seen that many times at her hometown LOL...tak heran gitu.
unlike us here, once a year affair....keciankan....

somehow, she accompanied me and Ezzaty to Causeway Point for some stationery and took the chance to hunt for shoes....(AGAIN)

Trying to amuse Najmi who was so cranky after a short nap. still nursing a bad cough and throwing tantrums not able to get back to sleep. He was so agitated that Mak was not around. Mimi was having a good time looking at the 3 of us making faces infront of Mac

I should not have said those things. Its no big deal anyway.
It had happened before, even worse so why the fuss?

I may not have to go through what others had experienced.
Somehow i think its wise to be alert and not to be caught offguard.
Its good to heed advices but not to the extend of getting myself into unnecessary mess.

I need to manipulate situation and not be a victim of it.

Yeah, I have to act ethically and get away with that immaturity.

Thanks Ani for the upload.
These photos enhanced my blog :-)

Photos of my cousins, aunts and uncles after the gathering @ our aunt's.
all in the spirit for the Nation's Birthday.
They came in group all prepared with fabulous food..thanks yeah!


On 11 Aug, our dear neighbour got hitched again. Selamat Pengantin Baru yeah.
It was held in one of the bungalow @ Pasir Ris Resort, sort of a wedding by the sea. hmmmm, so romantic

Najmi in red for the ND, all ready to tampines to visit our dear aunt.

so many things to blog about, simply too lazy to update daily.why? i suppose im too occuppied with the closings, the holiday and worry for my aunt.

Noreen's last day was on Tuesday, we had mini farewell party for her and a birthday bash for Shaikkah, i made tuna sandwiches.
yummy! lots of food for that an hour and half lunch cum party, Kak N brought sup tulang, Noreen ordered KFC, Leli made puddings and Shafiqah bought cheese cake! and the boys empty handedly prepared for the feast...

My aunt is getting better, ALhamulilah. The gathering on National Day was meant to seek HIS help for her illness and to cheer her up cos she was supposed to celebrate her birthday on the 8th. I never thought to be part of this, GOD has pre-arranged all this, everything happened with a reason. Only a year ago, we were left out...should my aunt was well, I guess it will be the same like those years. However, I am glad that my aunt appreciated our effort and presence, she even prayed for my well-being.

The 3 weeks we had spent to and fro her home drew us closer.
Thats the least we could do, to care and love her like we did before. I really miss those time, I miss my old self aunt and she has came back...:-)

Tomorrow is Noreen's last day.
She took a day leave on wednesday, and both of us were puzzled that S approved it. at this crucial time?!
Have many things to rush for, the hand over duties are overwhelming, everything comes at one go...
Im keeping my cool...hoooo

was fasting today, somehow, it was not an easy thing. not when S is having PMS.
They said its very normal of her to have mood swing. So I have learnt to know nothing of her occasional bluntness. pretend that she is of unsound mind- its the best remedy.hehehe! now i know why so many people in the centre resent her presence....

we had 2 group photo sessions...nice!
and we will be having potluck lunch tomorrow....i have not thought yet what to bring.....

Came back form JB, the jam was bearable.
didnt thought we would made it since last night we reached home around one in the morning.
Visited our aunt, her condition worsen.
We leave it to HIM for miracle.

though she was struggling with pain, she tried to chat with the visitors.
its her way to forget her pain....how sad to see her in such a state.

D boss is not around for 2 days, hip2x hooray!

Life in the office is certainly a breeze, :-)
Enjoy it while you can, its not always like this on other days.

I could just log in to my pc, reading my favourite sites and taking down recipes.
I was not expected to take up any task yet, my honeymoon period DEFINITELY stretches to the maximum..heaven:-)

No motivation to work and time passes slow.
so what do we do?
Camwhoring in the office...
presenting you the 3 stooges!
Me, Noreen & our bodyguard Akhbar

I will be meeting VO to collect the mooncakes after work.
Ani will be dropping by today, we gonna have a feast again...yippee!

My aunt is still coping with the pain.
Getting worse each day.
No signs of recovery, what more to be done?
We have tried all possible ways, recited doas...

Im definitely gonna visit her this weekend.
I do not want to loose another aunty.
Stay strong, Obek. We are here for you and we pray to find the cure soon.
so that all your pains will be gone and you could have a peaceful sleep.

Imagine without a sound sleep for almost 3 weeks....

HI-TEA @ CAROUSEL 31.07.07

great food, superb ambience, lovely kakis but too bad, i have small tummy to enjoy all the spread.......