Changes, Changes in Life

Many things have changed in life suddenly, new job, new surroundings, environments, and even people around me. All at once, at the same time, changes may be good or bad sometimes. But changes allow one to grow up, and be wiser definitely.... then it also takes time for the mind to settle down. Not easy, but life has be forward looking, doesn't it? I will continue to work hard for my life, and I will continue to fight hard :)

Overly effective weight loss....

Initially, I wanted to fitter and lighter, but I think it was overdone, with lots of healthy spring rolls and intensive running. I was pretty shocked that I actually lost 6 kgs in 1 month, something I have felt overdone! Guess I just want to be athletic fit, that's all.

Feasting Feasting

CNY is all about gathering and feasting. Usually, there will be about 2 such gatherings during this season at my place. Food is always plentiful and we always love pot-luck, as it is simple and easy for the host and all. Despite my recent weight-watch, we all ate so much, and there are still so much left.....and this is all about the feasting festival. Funny, we didn't gamble at all!

From Fat to Slim Fit..... successfully and finally!

I am happy to shed all that excessive calories and fats within less than 1 month, from 69.4 kg to 64.3 kg now! Finally, I can be slim fit again! And now I will work on my tummy! Watch out for the new me!!!!!!!!

Master of the Home

It strikes my mind yesterday, I can be so close in finishing the home mortgage by the end of 2009! After placing the deposit in year 2001 and moving in in 2004, there was once I was stressed by the huge mortgage, being trap as a slave of the house. This year, I realised I can reach my dreams of completing the mortgage and be a true true master of the Home.

This will be a milestone in my life.

And for the time being, I will not upgrade to another new apartment this year probably and also due to my new job, and other reasons, I will be a very satisfied man this year.

My favourite dish of Chinese New Year

While it may not be the healthiest food, it is the tastiest to me, with a sweet tongue. Every Chinese New Year, I would look forward to this dish as it is a dish with friends and symbolises good luck, prosperity and nice wishes, with a good positive note for the coming year. I already took my first yesterday, and I do look forward to more of it in the coming 15 days!

The next other dish that I like is of course, the 年糕. I used to like to stock it up in the freezer and so that I can have it round the year.....silly but always so so nice!

Blur Blur

I was listening to my iphone on the train to meet G-san, and I was listening to one of my favorite song 同窗会. It was a ballad by a late singer. Suddenly, while I listened, I realised her voice disappeared, and I was wondering if Ipod has a karaoke function that makes the singer voice disappeared (which I later discovered that there is no such function). I listened to the song a few times and felt creepy. Later that evening, I shared my experience with G-san, and guess what (?), my earpiece was loose! :) And I felt so embarrassed at my blur-ness suddenly :)

Blessed Mid January

I dare not expect much for 2009, but with the tons of "add oil" and blessings, there appears so much "bonuses and gifts" (not the monetary type) and bonds that have been created. I am contented with my life, thankful of what I have, and lastly, I want my loved ones and those around me to be happy, able to achieve the meanings of life, and keep laughing together!

Karaoke Nite For.... Just One Song

I sang 4 times, G-san sang 4 times, which means the same song was sang 8 times tonight.

And the song is none other than......鍾無艷 by Kay Tse.

Over night, we became one-hit wonders.

That's all but both of us enjoyed it!

My First Fiery Dish in 2009

.... and it is cooked in a different style. I am delighted that it is well-received. It will improve further :) .... watch out!

(Thank you G-san & Melodii - for making me proud of my cooking today!)

Saturday Nights ..... Cool, Quiet, Cozy Always

I love Saturdays as it is a day I meet my friends, have good meals, exercise (jog or swim) and tidy the house (yes I enjoyed it). I need to mention on Saturday nights, after all the above activities. I love to stay up late til the wee hours at home, and laze by the window on my beanbag, watching tv or talking to friends on the laptop. It is cool, it is quiet, and the home is cozy, always..... shhhhh..... someone is asleep now :)

Though I am really into canto-pop these days, a chinese song kept popping into my head.....终于找到心有灵犀的美好, 一辈子暖暖的好 (小酒窩)....


But I do not wanna sleep..... because I enjoy the quietness and coziness of the night at home.....

Beautiful Saturday..... Beautiful Spirits :)

First weekend of the year! It smells so good, while I missed the cold winter, especially sipping a nice cup of afternoon tea in a cafe during winter, I want to enjoy the hot sun today!

As usual, Saturday starts off with Breakfast with G-san (& Pooh-san today), and then with my routine housework (I always love a cozy nest), I wanna go for a swim! Yeah a hot afternoon swim! Never mind my belly never mind my fats! I wanna enjoy the sun! And I will do my 30 min run at the gym...... tonight, I will meet my good friends for dinner :) Hmmmm.... beautiful day.... beautiful spirits!

My life so far in 2009

It has been a good start, in 2009, I have made good friends and have also managed to catch up with some of old friends during breakfasts, lunches and dinners. In addition, I have also found a little brother in E-boy from HK who has made me laughed and introduced to me many Canto-songs recently. Suddenly, I felt young again after hanging with the HK folks for a week. I can feel their energy and passion!

G-san today asked me what are our travelling plans this year..... hmmmmm....... the choices are many, and it is difficult to make decisions this year. I dare not discuss this topic, because it is a difficult choice. Will it be eating Tim Sum at London Bridge which is falling down?

Despite knowing that this year will have its challenges, it will be an interesting one this year. I should have been more optimistic and in certain way, things are brighter than I expect :)

HAPPY NEW YEAR ..... IT IS A NEW START FOR ALL AGAIN!

I have settled down since returning from Hong Kong on 1 Jan 2009. This is the first time I spent New Year in Hong Kong at a pub with a FURRY theme and then at a Karaoke lounge, which lasted til 5 in the morning. Hong Kong is different this time, perhaps due to the fact, that I met quite a few friends this trip and ate many good food. In the end, I ended up 2 kg more. What is most important, I enjoyed myself with G-san. With the several midnight karaoke sessions, suddenly, my interest in Canto-pop resurrected miraculously :)

While we are stepping into 2009, it is crucial to have resolutions. One of mine is to work hard and play hard. While 2009 may be a year with obstacles for many, let's take each day at a time, live meaningfully and stay positive / happy will be the right avenue. Gambarimasho,