| Goodbye 2008.. |
[12 31 08] |
This year felt as though it really flew by. I've been so preoccupied with work, school and other activities that everyday I seem to be just barely coping. It's not in a bad way though, some days are but mostly I've been pretty happy. This year was kindda like a year of stepping up, with more responsibilities at work, more subjects to cope with at school and assuming a leadership role in serving, I'm really glad that God has equipped me with everything I need. :) I am thankful for this year, for the lessons I've learnt, the new people I've met, the new friends I've made, the stronger relationships I've fostered, the return of many close to heart, everything that has kept me going this year. Much as I am hesitant to say goodbye to 2008, I'm a little excited about what 2009 will bring. ;)
The family and I are gonna start off the new year by relocating to our new place. The hustle and bustle of packing and reorganising things lifts my spirits abit because I need to clear the clutter that has formed in my life. I am however reluctant to leave the place that I've known forever.. byebye to the minimart that I think I gave alot of business to during my sec sch years.. byebye to the sweepers I greet every morning, byebye to the pool we paid for but never really utilised, byebye to the big and steep slope that I never dared rollerblade down, I'll never get another chance to ever! Byebye to the measly amount of neighbours I've made friends with, byebye to running up and down the four flights of steps I know so well, bye to sooo many things.
2009 will be a year of grace and favour. I will not take these words lightly. May the manifestation of God's glory abound and superabound in mine and my loved ones' lives. Amen!
A pic from the highlight of my year. ;)
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| My Supplies... |
[12 17 08] |
:D :D :D :D :D :D
I cannot stop beaming to myself when I think of the amazingly wonderful day I had yesterday.
Things went very smoothly at work, met the toes who very cleverly arranged my presents to be placed at the area I leave my bag at when I go over and the wonderful evening + night "SUPPLIES" I had from the girlfriends. :) Everything happened so coincidentally cos even the sissy, mark and julian who werent involved in the surprise happened to be in the area too!! Hehhee.. Si, cin and pam had to disallow me from going to see the dogs and distract me with the camera so that I wouldnt turn around. Am so so so blessed to have the sweetest, most wonderful and most gorgeous girlfriends ever!!!! :) :) :) Thanks girls!
Will be back on monday!! :D Cannot wait for today to pass!
( iamabundantlyblessed )
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| I keep staring at the time.. |
[12 11 08] |
Willing it to pass faster.
Have I ever mentioned my least favourite day of the week is Thursday now?
Cant wait for dinner later.
Cant wait for next week.
There are so many areas in my life I feel are out of my control now and its slowly wearing me out, trying to find the good in everything, so in the words of Carrie Underwood, Jesus take the wheel
take if from my hands
I cant do this on my own
Im letting go
Give me one more chance
To save me from this road I'm on
Jesus take the wheel
Our God is the God of second chances, he'll make it right again.
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| Moving.. |
[12 08 08] |
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Mixed emotions. Mostly sad now.
Feel like I'm abandoning Crystal (previous dog whom I still dearly love and miss).
Current room looks like a tornado hit it once, came back and then hit it again but am too lazy to pack because of the impending move and am getting pissed with myself daily for allowing myself to dwell in such a sty.
Better pass driving on first attempt so that transition period will not be that tough.
Wanna move Amber (droopy's only friend who likes him) too, so that droopy and her can be together forever.
Sigh...will miss staying so close to the toes. Foresee my cabfares increasing again. :( Nvm, with that will pray for pay increment.. MUAHAHHA.
Have to device way to make parents allow toes to stayover & make toes want to stayover. (maybe a PS3 for the latter, santa claus please read this)
Oh, and have to use utter perseverance and nonstop hounding to make toes buy female pug as pet so droopy has real girlfriend. (either that or the gorgeous totally brown king charles cav)
Need to sleep now. Falling asleep at keyboard.
Actually, now I realise, what I really dread about this move, is how scared I suddenly am.
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| So many things to look forward to.. |
[12 04 08] |
thats what keeps me going! :)
Christmas celebrations, meetups with the girls, short getaway with the bf and bff. I am very pleased.
Had a feast with josie and pampy yday, I ate 13 xlbs and last night I swore to not touch xlbs for the next 3 mths but somehow today, I think just 1 week will suffice. Heh! Have many new and exciting sweets from pampy and cold storage. ICE BREAKERS SOUR CHEWS STRAWBERRY BLAST is AWESOME!! I finished the entire box in less than 3 hours. x)
Tonight I have a date with mommy, for a mani & pedi session, plus itenary planning with the josie. I cannot wait for today to quickly pass!
The sissy has gone for a holiday AGAIN. 2 Holidays in the first 3 mths she joined her company. They are so blessed to have her. Hahaha. Cant wait for her to get back even though dabao-ing the original bubble tea is not feasible. :(
Josie, if you read this, please remind me to get my camera back from the eldest sissy because I wanna bring it for our trip. :D Oh and Happy Holidays to you!! I will help you with the room decor. I PROMISE!! I have thought of several places I wanna bring you to go furniture shopping.
Im so excited about I dont know what so wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Bye!
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| Birthday post dedicated to.. |
[12 01 08] |
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Love you tons!!! December is finally here. My favouritest month of the year!! x)
This December is gonna be awesome one!! Amen!
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| I need a good workout.. |
[11 25 08] |
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I've been feeling very lardish lately. From all the unhealthy food (fried, superoily, lots of sweets) to the lack of exercise, no wonder my stamina is like shit. I will attempt to start a healthier lifestyle (although I've been proclaiming that for super long) and start with evening walks with droopy whenever I can, then maybe I'll progress on to find my previous love for swimming and then start overcoming my hatred for running.
I'm one of the laziest person I know. My motto has always been "just pray over everything and it'll be a-okay" and it kindda works for me but then my brain keeps telling me I am becoming a stamina-less bao because in the past the reasoning portion would say I spend so much time shopping, it should be enough (yes shopping = exercise in my opinion), but now, theres shopping ONLINE!! HOW!!???
Yes, so I will start... soon. Okay, maybe tonight.
Oh and I will sleep early. I MUST sleep early.
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| Im gonna be a light and let it shine.. |
[11 13 08] |
As the world gets darker and darker, we're gonna get brighter and brighter.
Your promises are forever, your faithfulness never fails.
Why do people think Velda is an Indian's name? -________________-
VELDA
| Meaning: | The German name Velda means - Famous Ruler |
*My colleague thought Ruler was a stationery. She thought I was a famous ruler. The kind you use to draw lines with. Wth!!! Ooh I like the meaning of my name! Also found out that it also has a teutonic meaning (which I all along thought was the only meaning of my name) which is wise and inspired. I AM A VELDA. :) |
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| You of all people.. |
[11 09 08] |
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I thought you would have known better.
Sometimes, wanting to make people happy may turn against you.
Feelings of satisfaction and achievement just turned into one of regret and guilt.
I even let YOU be the first even though I wanted it for myself and you belittled it with your nonstop pickiness and talking-down.
Insults insults insults insults and yet, you still want a piece of it.
THIS IS MY LIFE, MY HARD-EARNED FINANCES, MY CHOICE.
You think that just because you've agreed its nice, you can then continue making me feel bad about it? I have only this to say. STFU.
I am sorry for this sudden spate of anger but I am very very disappointed, angry, pmsy and sick of ppl's unappreciativeness.
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| Droopy.. |
[11 06 08] |
How can anyone not love you like I do?
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| I cant see the end of the tunnel.. |
[11 04 08] |
And Im constantly on a struggle to move along.
I am suddenly very bothered that I always seem to fall sick on Tuesday and for the past 3 weeks I've been missing class because of it. I've to start catching up proper because I'm completely lost! Managerial Econs and Management Maths anybody????
The parents have plans to move in to the new place before the CNY next year.. which gives me about 2 months or so to sort out everything I have into WANTS boxes and FOR THROWING AWAY boxes. I DONT WANT TO THROW ANYTHING AWAY!! :( Im such a hoarder when it comes to little little stuff. Thinking about it is giving me a headache already.. :( plus Im scared of the insects...
Have to go get ready to meet the cousin soon.. so so sleepy from the med I almost wanted to cancel but since we're meeting pretty near I guess its okay.
Yawnnn..tommorows gonna be better! I'll be WELL and I wont have to skip class and dinner plans with my SPC FRIENDS will go ahead as planned.
Toodles ppl!
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| Happy birthday.. |
[10 27 08] |
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To the boy who can make or break my day,
who could aggravate me to tears yet make me laugh the next moment,
who can constantly put up with my nonsense and be silly with me,
who would complain about my shopping but still go with me,
who insults Droopy but secretly loves him ( I CAN TELL LOR, always talking about my little mutt).
I love you for the person you are, even though I don't tell it to you all the time,
for being so strong yet vulnerable with me,
for the drive in you that never ceases to amaze me,
for the boy that you are and the man you're turning to be.
I pray that your 24th year ahead would be one only filled with happiness, favour and revelations of Daddy God's love for you,
that whatever obstacles you face will build you and never falter your faith,
that your enthusiasm for life would never diminish and instead keep growing.
Cliche as it may sound, words dont quite capture the way I feel about you, I just want you to know that I promise to be there for you, whenever you need a hand to hold, a ear to listen, advice to be given, supportive arms to hug you or just someone to be there beside you. I can't promise you forever, but right now, it feels like its gonna be.
Once again, Happy Birthday Baby. Mwah.
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| My plate is overtly full... |
[10 24 08] |
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And it can only be Grace that has had me coping.
Am totally drained these days..
I feel like just falling into a deep deep sleep, not having to worry about waking up to targets, deadlines, lessons, appointments, seminars, meetings, chores...
I come home hoping to be able to sleep early, but I've so much to do, and I wake up the next day feeling like I fell asleep only a minute ago.
Im sick of constantly falling sick and having my complexion compromised too.
Daddy said he thinks I'm biting off more than I can chew, but do I really have a choice?
Thank God I've the weekend to look forward to.
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| I woke up.. |
[10 15 08] |
To the sound of Droopy's breathing and constant licks. Haha. Usually, I'd be pissed if anyone woke me up prematurely but awww what a pleasant surprise this morning. ;)
Have been really busy at work and it just seems to keep on piling-with me leaving early for school. ;( I need a good long break but I don't see it coming any time soon. Been drifting in and out of being sick too. I really dont see how someone who drinks as much water as I do can fall sick so easily.
Am currently also nursing a bout of PMS..so some things current that people should REEEALLLY avoid doing to me around the 12th-19th of every month..
1. TURNING TO ME FOR EVERY SINGLE THING THEY ARE UNSURE OF. Eg. "After I do this step, is it I do this? Then after this I do this is it correct?" or "You sure I can do it this way? -half a second later- Can uh really can uh?" or " Vellll can you come here for a while?"
2. INCLUDING ME IN AN EMAIL CHAIN THAT GOES ON FOREVER AND THAT IM NOT ACTUALLY REALLY INVOLVED IN.
3. NOT TELLING ME YOUR NAME WHEN I PICK UP YOUR CALL AND ASK FOR IT.
4. CALLING ME EVERY 30 SECONDS.
5. PETTY PEOPLE. I REALLY DETEST PETTY JEALOUS PEOPLE.
6. CRITICISING ME / MY THINGS THE FIRST THING WHEN YOU MEET ME.
7. MUMBLING WHEN YOU TALK.
8. NOT ANSWERING MY QUESTIONS DIRECTLY.
9. NOT PICKING UP MY CALL AFTER YOU HAVE SPECIFICALLY ASKED ME TO CALL YOU 'NOW.URGENT!'
10. SENDING ME ONE WORDED SMSES.
Alrighty.. lunch calls.
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| It kindda crawled by.. |
[10 10 08] |
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But this week has finally reached its END! :) Friday!!!!
Happy birthday Toes Mom!! This month of October is filled with birthdays and birthdays always make me happy. :) Cant wait for the mother's one to arrive! And also Toes'!! Theirs is just 1 week apart btw. :) :) :)
Am currently annoying people around me with 2songs that I'm putting on repeat to figure out piano parts. Heh! Gonna go piano score shopping with Josie soon and I've already made a list!!! Cannot wait!
Theres an entire turnover of admin staff. Thats why I don't get too close to any. Emotions in the working world? Not good.
Cant wait for the day to quickly pass.. and then I can hang out with the Toes whom I last saw after church on Sunday.
The EPonline is killing me. -___-
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| Down again.. |
[10 04 08] |
With the flu blug. :(
I hate this! Dripping nose, a throat full of needles, itchy cough fits, teary eyes and blotchy face. What a way to start my weekend. :(
Was actually quite reluctant to head down to town but for the sake of the toes' haircut and my trim ( am still deciding on the long hair short hair thing but most think long is better ) I braved the throngs of people ( I REALLY LOATHE CROWDS) and the probability of meeting people I know in my sorry state ( I met one only thank God). Was actually quite pleased because I came back with a new bag and some hair accessories. :)
Oh but my good mood didnt last long. Was on the way home when the Mother called shouting about how our baby Droopy got attacked by another dog and why wasn't I home early enough to walk him instead of Mercy (it was 8 something only btw . like seriously !!!???!!?!?!) I was however too worried about Droopy to get mad at her so I came home and gave him lots of love and am still trying to find out which Dog it was that bit my baby brother. That dog better watch out!!! !@(*@&(*&@#(*&#@@!!~)(*@#@()*#. I will get my cousin's pit bull over to avenge Droopy. :( Or send a horde of cats to ambush it since they are afterall more spiteful and scratchy. Pfffft.
K, I will head to bed now. May I wake up in the pink of health and a miraculously flawless complexion. AMEN.
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| The past week.. |
[10 03 08] |
Has been busy. Waking up early, and turning in late. Thanks to all for your well wishes and concern, the Mother is back home and recovering. :) Thank God the op was a success and it wasn't too painful for her.
The weekends gonna be busybusy and I've to catch up on readings. Lots of readings. Following weeks gonna be packed too. Can't wait for everything to be over!
Remember I swore off chocolate? I've been doing pretty well! Although I did drink a cup of hot chocolate at the airport yesterday because I was freezing with my damp hair and they did not serve caffeine-free tea nor hot vanilla. :( Oh speaking of the airport, I saw a giant 'saga' / love seed there! Its so cute! :) T3s nice.
Alrighty, have to make a few nightly calls before turning in.
Night world!
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| Short or long? |
[09 26 08] |
I really cannot decide. I keep telling myself, it'll grow out even after I cut it short BUT I know I'll miss my long hair when I do. :(
How?????? SHORT OR LONG?
So far,
Toes : Long (Typical -_____-)
Josie : Long
Dee : Short
Sister F : Long , short , long, short, okay long. (like THAAANKS)
Mother : Thinks I will look beautiful in any (Awwww. Mothers. :) )
Myself : ??????????
HOWWWWWWWWWWW!
Stupid Warhammer has stolen the toes away. He has promised me a trip to town to cut my hair tomorrow though! :)
I miss the sister already, can't wait for her to get back! She cleverly forgot to bathe Droopy before she left though so I've to bathe him tomorrow again. She'd better buy me more things! Muahahhaa.
Weekends here. :) Xoxo.
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| Chocolates.. |
[09 25 08] |
I am swearing off them for good.
The thing is, I dont even really like the taste of it, I just eat it cause its there. (e mothership stocks them up like no ones business in the fridge). AND everytime I eat it, I get this stupid breakout and I cant even stand to look at myself in the mirror now. :( So PLEEEASE dont give me chocolates everybody.. unless its those must-try-before-u-die kindda chocolates OR those just really pretty to look at ones cause then I wont have the heart to eat them. :D This shall be called the SAVE THE VELDA'S SKIN program and all my friends are automatically recruited into this. THANKS!
My knees hurt. Sometimes I think Im a little old woman trapped in a 21yr-old body. Dont know if its rheumatism or because I fell on both my knees while serving that day...they really really hurt! :( :( . Must go see the chinese doctor people that can poke needles in my knees and find out whats wrong.
Todays passing so quickly. :) Yayyy! Tomorrows gonna be here soon!
Sisters flying off tonight.. must go make a list of things for her to buy for me. :) Toodles!
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| My happy monday.. |
[09 22 08] |
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Firstly I was all excited in the morning because of reasons I shall not name. :) :) :) :)
Then I managed to confirm 2 orders!! Double Yay!
And Daddy's coming back tonight from his golf trip.
Soooo.. today has been good! And all mondays shall be like that. AMEN!
Toes just called, saying he is holding droopy ransom. -____- How is that possible? My droopanias is too smart and agile and ninja-like to ever be pug-napped.
Alrighty.. back to work but oohh what a great day to kick-off a great week!
oh shucks. I just rmbed I will have monday night classes from next week onwards... dammmmmmn.
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| I will be late.. |
[09 18 08] |
because my customer is late. Seriously. 49 mins late and counting. OBVIOUSLY there was no effort made to be on time. urrrgh. Im supposed to be leaving work in about 10 minutes time but Nooooo... think I'll only be able to leave in another half hour or more which will make me super late and I hate being late especially if I have a time schedule to run by. Pffffffffttt.
Tomorrows the weekend. Cannot wait. Have some errands to run before I can happily ease into it. :) I wish work days were shorter! My weekends always seem to fly by.. :(
Okay I JUST FOUND OUT MY CLIENT LEFT HER OFFICE 7 MINUTES AGO ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WWWWTTTTTHHHHH!!!
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| This morning.. |
[09 17 08] |
I woke up, feeling that the world was smiling at me again. :)
Im finally back to having quite normal hours at school, and I even have breaks with cindyrella on weds!! So even though I'm all alone and friendless on tuesdays, weds are definitely something to look forward to. ;D
Work-wise(dad's co. and g-d), things have been pretty good too. Stuffs been picking up and I know God will bless our plans because it is in his promise that he will give me heaven on earth! :) :) :)
For once, my weekends not packed to the max and I can spend some QT with the toes, shall squeeze in study time too since I'm feeling less tired now.
Ahhh.. I feel like I'm ready to take on the world!! Hehheee..
btw, CONGRATS PAMPPPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wait for me! We'll go Vroooooom Vroooooooooom soon!
Oh and Si,
告诉妈mi(stupid online translator didnt have this word) 我将越( i have no idea what this means but I typed visit her soon so ya..)过很快拜访她。 昨天感谢她的好客和美妙的健康晚餐。 :)
Alrighty have a greeeeeeeat day everybody.
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