Jet Lag Already Coming To Get Me...
Monday, April 11, 2011
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Sunday, March 27, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
What's With Labels?
It's one thing when people label and keep the label away from your knowledge, and another to hear someone label you to your face. So we've all probably heard the typical ones like "bitch", "stupid idiot", and "arsehole" called out in anger or out of fun, but there's one that seems to irritate me quite a bit - "rich".
Why would such a label irritate me? Probably because I do not consider myself as such. I might have all I need for my future but that doesn't mean I'm rich. What I am is "lucky", and I never denied that. I don't consider myself rich as I still wonder if I'll be able to pay the bills in the future, or if I can take care of my parents and my family if I ever have my own kids.
Back to the irritation, being called "rich" once might be considered as a joke. However, to be referred to as "rich" one too many times by the same person, you wonder what is up. Does this person really think that I'm so rich that they have to be of a different social status? Or that they can never enjoy the same things because you only will go for the high-end choices like expensive restaurants and forms of entertainment? So I might like certain food outlets better than others, not because it's a restaurant while the other is in a food court, but because of the food. I rather watch movies in the comfort of my own home than in cinemas, listen to the radio and read a book rather than go shopping.
So if the things I like doing end up helping me save more than I spend, does that really make me rich? Does my housing location make me rich? Does having a supplementary card make me rich? I might be rich, but it has nothing to do with wealth.
Why would such a label irritate me? Probably because I do not consider myself as such. I might have all I need for my future but that doesn't mean I'm rich. What I am is "lucky", and I never denied that. I don't consider myself rich as I still wonder if I'll be able to pay the bills in the future, or if I can take care of my parents and my family if I ever have my own kids.
Back to the irritation, being called "rich" once might be considered as a joke. However, to be referred to as "rich" one too many times by the same person, you wonder what is up. Does this person really think that I'm so rich that they have to be of a different social status? Or that they can never enjoy the same things because you only will go for the high-end choices like expensive restaurants and forms of entertainment? So I might like certain food outlets better than others, not because it's a restaurant while the other is in a food court, but because of the food. I rather watch movies in the comfort of my own home than in cinemas, listen to the radio and read a book rather than go shopping.
So if the things I like doing end up helping me save more than I spend, does that really make me rich? Does my housing location make me rich? Does having a supplementary card make me rich? I might be rich, but it has nothing to do with wealth.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Such A Sad Day, I Lost My Focus
As I was getting ready for work this morning, a call came through Mom's phone from Dad. Strange, especially when he only calls her during Saturdays, and sometimes he forgets. So when Mom asked "what news" and her eyes got teary, I knew that Grandma passed away.
Throughout the day, questions were going through my head wondering how we will arrange to get to the UK again, when will we leave and when I would come back, how long it would take to settle the manpower situation for the outlet and so on. Not forgetting the billion calls that came in just about work crap, getting stuff ready for the meeting with the bosses.
Didn't even know where I was driving half the time. I took 2 wrong turns today - Seriously what the hell?
Guess I'm glad I managed to see her before she passed on, but I'm sad for Grandpa who has to deal with this all on his own, just 5 days after we left him to get back.
Throughout the day, questions were going through my head wondering how we will arrange to get to the UK again, when will we leave and when I would come back, how long it would take to settle the manpower situation for the outlet and so on. Not forgetting the billion calls that came in just about work crap, getting stuff ready for the meeting with the bosses.
Didn't even know where I was driving half the time. I took 2 wrong turns today - Seriously what the hell?
Guess I'm glad I managed to see her before she passed on, but I'm sad for Grandpa who has to deal with this all on his own, just 5 days after we left him to get back.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Saturday, March 05, 2011
Friday, March 04, 2011
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man
Oddly enough, I got this book all because of the interviews done with the author, Steve Harvey, on the Ellen show and Oprah. Some of the things he said were just too funny and I wondered how good a read it would be, not realising that I was actually going to read a relationship help book. However, after reading through it, and even though it was an eye-opener to some behaviours of guys, it did make me laugh at a lot of things, and also laugh every now and then when certain things mentioned pops up in life.
There quite a few things mentioned in the book that I do get to see and experience from some of the guys that I know, and Dad is also one walking example. It started right from the beginning, the first thing a guy would do if you are someone special is to give you a title. This one makes me question the one 'title' that someone has been using for more than 15 years. Then it was followed by the part that they will "make sure our families are set - whether we're dead or alive". That line made me think of what my dad has been proud of all this time, that he has not only provided for his own family, he has also provided some sort of security for my sis and I with homes to each of our names. The last point made in the very beginning is the protective instinct, that he will "destroy anything and everything in his path to make sure that whoever disrespects you parts for it". And this is definitely true with so many of the men I know; from my grandfathers, father, uncles and friends.
The book goes on to tell you what should you do so that you don't end up being puppet on a string, or basically a dumbarse waiting for the guy to get things straight. Lets you know how to get what you want and at the same time judge if the guy is even worth you time our effort.
There was this one part that reminded me of another person; "Men love to talk about themselves. We do this because we know that in order to catch you, we have to impress you." Well this same person not only can talk your ears off, he oddly exhibits behaviours the lady should according to the book.
There quite a few things mentioned in the book that I do get to see and experience from some of the guys that I know, and Dad is also one walking example. It started right from the beginning, the first thing a guy would do if you are someone special is to give you a title. This one makes me question the one 'title' that someone has been using for more than 15 years. Then it was followed by the part that they will "make sure our families are set - whether we're dead or alive". That line made me think of what my dad has been proud of all this time, that he has not only provided for his own family, he has also provided some sort of security for my sis and I with homes to each of our names. The last point made in the very beginning is the protective instinct, that he will "destroy anything and everything in his path to make sure that whoever disrespects you parts for it". And this is definitely true with so many of the men I know; from my grandfathers, father, uncles and friends.
The book goes on to tell you what should you do so that you don't end up being puppet on a string, or basically a dumbarse waiting for the guy to get things straight. Lets you know how to get what you want and at the same time judge if the guy is even worth you time our effort.
There was this one part that reminded me of another person; "Men love to talk about themselves. We do this because we know that in order to catch you, we have to impress you." Well this same person not only can talk your ears off, he oddly exhibits behaviours the lady should according to the book.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Thursday, February 03, 2011
Tuesday, February 01, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
Day 31 - Favourite Athlete
After going through the challenge with YC, I realised I only watched one bunch of athletes during my childhood - the bunch of wrestlers on WWF!
Watching the show through the years, I still can remember a few wrestlers like hulk Hogan, the Bush Whackers and Bret Hart. I do remember that I did enjoy watching this one wrestler, and I found him cool because he had quite a nice entrance track, and he did scare the shit out of a lot of competitors. Not to mention he had a really funny 'manager'.
Watching the show through the years, I still can remember a few wrestlers like hulk Hogan, the Bush Whackers and Bret Hart. I do remember that I did enjoy watching this one wrestler, and I found him cool because he had quite a nice entrance track, and he did scare the shit out of a lot of competitors. Not to mention he had a really funny 'manager'.
The Undertaker
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Day 30 - Favourite Variety Programme or Reality Series
I would have said The Amazing Race, but it somehow got boring for me. Though I get to see different countries and interesting facts about them, the focus is still on the contestants and some of them ought to be murdered. So my pick will be Survivor as that's when being obnoxious can either help you get to the top, or you'll be out next.
So it might be even more boring location-wise, as the game doesn't move from one location. However, the unpredictable weather helps make things interesting, especially when you see how stupid people can be when building their shelter, only to have a swimming pool right in the middle when it rains and flood the pit they dig out. Then there's the backstabbing and lying, and seeing how far all that can take you before it bites you back in the butt. Karma is definitely part of the show. Not forgetting the token nut case in every season!
The amazing thing about the show is the games they come up with. Well some are games we play, but some are really interesting games that make you wonder who came up with them. Not only are the games interesting, it's how they actually clear an area in the jungle to build an obstacle course, or build the game out at sea, that just mind blowing sometimes.
So it might be even more boring location-wise, as the game doesn't move from one location. However, the unpredictable weather helps make things interesting, especially when you see how stupid people can be when building their shelter, only to have a swimming pool right in the middle when it rains and flood the pit they dig out. Then there's the backstabbing and lying, and seeing how far all that can take you before it bites you back in the butt. Karma is definitely part of the show. Not forgetting the token nut case in every season!
The amazing thing about the show is the games they come up with. Well some are games we play, but some are really interesting games that make you wonder who came up with them. Not only are the games interesting, it's how they actually clear an area in the jungle to build an obstacle course, or build the game out at sea, that just mind blowing sometimes.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Day 29 - Favourite Theme Song from a TV Series
Take a guess which show this is from:
Sunny Day
Sweepin' the clouds away
On my way to where the air is sweet
Can you tell me how to get,
How to get to Sesame Street
Come and play
Everything's A-OK
Friendly neighbors there
That's where we meet
Can you tell me how to get
How to get to Sesame Street
It's a magic carpet ride
Every door will open wide
To Happy people like you--
Happy people like
What a beautiful
Sunny Day
Sweepin' the clouds away
On my way to where the air is sweet
Can you tell me how to get,
How to get to Sesame Street...
How to get to Sesame Street
How to get to...
Friday, January 28, 2011
Day 28 - Favourite Male Character in a Movie
Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean
Even though I haven't watch the first movie, it was definitely the crazy things this character went through in the 2nd movie that got me hooked. I especially loved the part where he got caught by the cannibal tribe. First the row of eyes on his face (that keeps me laughing every time I think about it), then the stunts while trying to evade being cooked and eaten by them. Hilarious!
But it's his flamboyant and obnoxious behaviour that just makes the character such an interesting one to watch and wonder what will he get up to next.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Day 27 - Favourite Female Character in a TV Series
Penelope Garcia in Criminal Minds
She's quirky, flirty, sassy, and waaaaaaaaay too good with computers & electronics. Recruited by the FBI because she was one of the best hackers (interesting job interview?), it's the way she answers her calls that makes you laugh when she proclaims her greatness. Then there's that flirty side between her and Morgan that just makes puts a smile on your face even though the episode is super serious and dramatic.
Then even with her strong character, the sight of blood and gore still gets her squirming, and the horrid acts get her angry. That's what makes her character really human, and a little bit familiar, for me.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Day 26 - Favourite Comedic Movie
This one is tough. Maybe because I find humour even in serious movies that it's hard to find a show I would find to be the best comedy. There are a few movies that were good, but I haven't seen the classics and the comedies these days are quite crap. So I'll pick one in between, Mrs. Doubtfire.
Well the antics to get you laughing were simple, the lines didn't have crap in them, and the characters were not obnoxious or disgusting. Maybe the classics were good like this but I guess I'll have to watch and see if any might make the list.
Well the antics to get you laughing were simple, the lines didn't have crap in them, and the characters were not obnoxious or disgusting. Maybe the classics were good like this but I guess I'll have to watch and see if any might make the list.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Day 25 - Favourite Male Character in a TV Series
Dr. Spencer Reid in Criminal Minds. Smart, awkward, and I absolutely envy the speed reading skills. So they're fake, but still, there are people who can speed read, though I doubt anyone can do it as his speed. So smart characters are always made to be awkward, but somehow the struggle with his emotions and fears make him much more human and less of a robot.
So the puppy here is stealing the show...
Monday, January 24, 2011
Day 24 - Favourite On-Screen Couple
On of the easy ones... this 'award' goes to Mr & Mrs Smith from the movie with the same name.
Well the chemistry between them was obviously there, on-screen and off, and it was probably why they seem as though they really were married to each other.
The movie was rather predictable, but the part where they were trying to kill each other was one of the best - funny yet passionate. Plus they fact they both look good does help they eyes a bit.
Well the chemistry between them was obviously there, on-screen and off, and it was probably why they seem as though they really were married to each other.
The movie was rather predictable, but the part where they were trying to kill each other was one of the best - funny yet passionate. Plus they fact they both look good does help they eyes a bit.
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