Goggles

Over the weekend I drop by this familiar shopping mall and pocketed a TYR anti fog goggles in order to hit the pool again. I've been missing out from immersing myself in large pool of water. I enjoy diving down to the bottom of the pool inches away from the floor, swimming was never that fun until I discovered that I tend to forget whatever happens around me when I jump in to the pool. To top it up it is even better when I have my LOMO submarine with me.

*buying stuffs on no plastic day is just troublesome.

Corporate Banking

The major twist in my life is probably having an engineering degree and pursuing my career in banking. Without much knowledge yet curious to try out in the financial institutions I ended up here in an offshore bank as a corporate banker. Although my initial aim was to be an investment banker but I'm quite happy at where I am today in this position which I could pitch deals at the same time a step closer to investment banking. My boss was an ex-investment banker turn corporate banker. I would like to try to explore opportunities the other way round. Life as a corporate banker is pretty intense especially standing in the front line like me pitching for deals and sometimes getting your balls squeezed by CFOs from mega companies. Life is pretty challenging and I'm very dedicated in my job although I might not be hitting a five figure salary yet but this year was a pretty good year as I've managed to get a promotion into a position which I planned to explore. I wished the days ahead would be smooth therefore please pray for me for wisdom and a smooth sailing future.

Lucky No. 3

Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much

Simply the principles that I hold on to currently and hopefully I'll add on more positive values in the future rather than dropping these values. I was in this loop of message whereby me and some church mates share our daily encounter in everything, some talk about love, some work and some God. Recently we were all focusing on BGR (boy girl relationship). We shared our experiences and due to the sensitivity of my past I didn't shared much because my ex happens to be in the same church and words spread like wild fire. I'm glad one of them offered to intro me to someone to create opportunity for me and I happily accepted the offer, who knows I might end up finding that somebody. I also shed some light about what I've learned through a broken relationship and how I actually stood back up again. I'm pretty happy with my life right now despite the fact that I'm one rib less and that rib with my Eve and now I just need to locate Eve so that I'll be complete.

When is least expected that we cross path with the person. Pray for patience and also discernment so that I can meet the right one folks. Will personally thank you all when I've met Eve.

Punk'd

I've got PUNK'D by a friend early in the morning.
Now don't you dare do that again to me, it is freaking embarassing.

Public Apology

I'm really sorry to contribute on the noise pollution last night in my room as I was practicing my songs till late. I need to lead worship today and I hope God will be glad to hear us sing. This might just be another way to spread the Gospel.

A summary

I've just taken some time off my work to read on an interesting article shared by a friend about tips for the ladies to find the perfect one.

如果想挑以后能給自己幸福生活（包括物質）的男生，直接就看他對你好不好。只有當一個男的死心塌地對你好的時候，他才有動力去為你拼搏。愛和事業，是相輔相成的，成正比的！

男人跟女人不一樣，很多時候越是在乎你的男生越是不懂表達，不知道怎麼對你好。他們不稀罕去搞什麼送花啊、寫詩啊那一套，不代表他對你不好。不能拿女人的浪漫標準去要求男人。內斂、含蓄地表達感情，這也是男生的魅力！

一個男人再怎麼變，本質在那裡。會亂搞的男人，一般之前都有跡象的，就能看出來。這種男的你不要找就是了。找男朋友，要一次性找個好的，而不是事后去糾正他。

婚姻需要經營，它也是門學問。

挑男朋友是門學問，挑以后要當老公的男朋友更是學問。但是前面的一切都有一個前提，就是你自己要做好。你先做一個值得男生去對你好的女生，然后才能挑別人。

Well, it works the same for men choosing their life time partner. Never settle for anything that is too little. The one will always be a blessing and if they are worth loving they will show signs to you in a positive way and the rest is up to you to learn how to appreciate and work out the pathway to eternal love.

JEREMIAH 10: 6

No one is like You, O Lord; You are great, and Your name is mighty in power.

May you readers have a blessed Sunday.

格仔衫

格仔衫好迷人.

我今天终于加入格仔衫党，在 UNIQLO 买了两件格仔衫。
I LOVE 格仔衫

Engagement

I'm glad that friends around me finally settled down and move on to the next stage in their life. May you have joyful days ahead with your soul mate Mei Wong.

For others who have recently tied the knot, Happy Engagement.

Planning Ahead

I announced that 2011 will be a year filled with beach outings.

Tentatively:

March: Koh Samui
April: Phuket/Krabi
July: Medan *Lake Toba
August: Tioman/Kapas
October: Yet to decide

Celebrations

A basket full of celebrations worth celebrating but for me I celebrate every single day for various reasons. I celebrate for being able to wake up everyday, having a good job with a reasonable salary to survive, being single, being rejected at times because it makes me stronger everytime after recovery, birthdays, anniversaries and the list could go on and on. Did you celebrate your special occasion today?

Love is more than just two individuals.

Picking apples

Boys pick girlfriends like people pick apples. The average ones at the bottom of the tree are easiest to grab, so they get picked the fastest. But any guys worthy of you will climb to the top of the tree for something really special. I'm pretty sure I could climb to the very top for someone who really matters, after all men are born to save the beauty.

Into pieces

Thursday - OUG,Kuala Lumpur: An old lady which had a mild stroke in her Volvo 850E rammed into a Viva parked 4 houses away from my house and totally destroyed that little white car. To give you an idea of the impact the little car ended up infront of my house and look like a smart car after the crash. The better part of the story is the Volvo didn't just end the demolition streak there, the next victim was my little yellow car which was parked outside my house. My car almost ended up being pushed into the drain. No casualties on the spot as no one was in both the toy cars being demolished. The old lady walked out unharmed but unfortunately after she was sent to the hospital for medical check-up she ended up in a coma and passed away a day later. Now my car was the second impact and yet it was smashed up like a junk car. The viva cannot be repaired and was written off and my car will take two weeks at least according the the workshop. Moral of the story, you'll never survived a crash if you are seating in a local made car regardless of model. They are so badly designed and manufactured that I suspect it is made of aluminium can material. So if you can't afford any car other than a local car yet, it is better off to wait and save more. Anyone wants me to provide my car plate no. for some hope to be rich?

Random parable

I've got a parable in my head:

Always drink the soup when it is hot.

Can you guess what I'm thinking and trying to express via the parable?

Old has gone

As far as I'm concern we should not cry over spilt milk. Whether it is a bad relationship or simply bad memories, let us forgive whoever that might hurt you and remove that stumbling block for us to move on to a new life. Speaking off my experience here, I'm glad that I was able to overcome all the issues and past with God's grace. I can now talk openly with my ex without grudge or even slight worry that I will fall for her again. I'm just going with the flow and go wherever I an being lead. I was really happy that my church mates are opening up to me and telling me their weaknesses and struggles in life. In a way I felt that I had gained the trust from them for them to reveal their secrets to me. I hope that they too could be free from their barriers to move on one day and not dwell in sadness or guilt.

Every cloud has a silver lining, we just have to realise it.

Things you never expect

I thought of keeping it a secret for my buddy who private message me about a month ago for a favour. He wanted to get his GF a Braun Buffel purse on her birthday which falls on 16th of November. I went shopping over the weekend and charged that purse to my card. This couple has been on and off for ages and they are by far the longest pair of friends which I've ever known. 1000 miles apart and yet still lovely with that thoughtful present and I've to admit it feels weird going into a shop to buy a lady purse and not for your girlfriend. I hope their relationship will grow stronger each day and all the best to them. It is very inspiring to see loyalty in love.

So I was in the shop I noticed Braun Buffel pays alot of attention to details and finishing of their product just by seeing their logo. Why?

Skeptism

Well like I said this morning on my tweet, I'm really thankful that I'm skeptical enough to protect myself from falling for somebody that matters to me. I'll always give people who matters to me the benefit of the doubt so that they could prove themself worthy. Let's just say this time it proves that it is not worth a single cent spent.

-When I don't say it out, doesn't mean I don't know what is going on.-

Chromie's contribution

Its been awhile since I last posted up pics from my LOMO. I developed some pics last week and I've managed to recover most of the pics in HK and Macau. I've dropped my Chromie for a total of three times in Macau and HK due to a loose strap. Some cosmetic damage on my Chromie but it is not too obvious. While going through my pictures last night it brought back endless memories in HK. The friends I met were all nice people. Well if I had a chance to host them I'll intro them to you people. You can see them on my Facebook as I've uploaded some.

*Chromie: my LOMO camera.

A place like no other

By just deciding to have your life accompanied by me will definitely be the best decision you make in your life. It would be as if you are at a place like no other. The earlier you stretch out your hand the earlier I could hold on to it and we could start writting our own book of love and make sure all the moments will be recorded in the most beautiful way.

Diwali Weekend

Over the long weekend I've attempted to update my blog. I had so many things to spill and I just didn't know where to start off.

Fri: I started off my day with a short brainstorming session at Dong's residence then followed by lunch and some unplanned shopping at One-U. Bought some work attire and rush home as I've got a dinner appointment at Opus Bangsar. The food is really good but the hefty price tag might be a drawback. If it wasn't because of my friend returning from Singapore I wouldn't visit this kinda places unless it is with my special someone.

Sat: I can summarize this day with me, my coffee and a book.

Sun: Managed to wake up for church surprisingly. Went for my class and met Bel only after church. I must say the Postcard and that funny dice made my day. Didn't expect to get a souvenir from Shanghai. Also drop by One-U again to get some stuffs and had our farewell lunch before my cell mate board his bus and head back to Singapore.

Atheist Day

An atheist created a case against the upcoming Easter and Passover Holy days. He hired an attorney to bring a discrimination case against Christians and Jews and observances of their holy days. The argument was that it was unfair that atheists had no such recognized days.

The case was brought before a judge. After listening to the passionate presentation by the lawyer, the judge banged his gavel declaring, "Case dismissed!"

The lawyer immediately stood objecting to the ruling saying, "Your honor, How can you possibly dismiss this case? The Christians have Christmas, Easter and others. The Jews have Passover, Yom Kippur and Hanukkah, yet my client and all other atheists have no such holidays."

The judge leaned forward in his chair saying, "But you do. Your client, counsel, is woefully ignorant."

The lawyer said, "Your Honor, we are unaware of any special observance or holiday for atheists."

The judge said, "The calendar says April 1st is April Fools Day. Psalm 14:1 states, 'The fool says in his heart, there is no God.' Thus, it is the opinion of this court, that, if your client says there is no God, then he is a fool. Therefore, April 1st is his day. Court is adjourned."

You got to love a Judge that knows Scripture!

Work related

Last night I worked late as I was going to introduce a friend into the bank to take over my previous position. I don't get any thing out of it and it is like a charity work as I wanted to give the top management a helping hand and they actually turn around a bite me in the hand for being helpful. I was told that my contract will not be as promised, some changes here and there which will result at least a 15% lost in my performance bonus. I guess if this is they way they play the game in corporate world, I'm learning quick and the next time I'll won't fall for the same set up again.

看透；心

如果你也听说 有没有想过我
想普通交朋友 还是你依然会心疼我

-愛情裡，需要信任以及滿滿的勇敢-

"Remember When"

Remember when I was young and so were you and time stood still and love was all we knew. Remember when we gave our hearts, made the start, it was hard. We lived and learned, life threw curves, there was joy, there was hurt. We came together, fell apart and broke each other's heart. Remember when we danced to week to week, brought back the love, we found trust vowed we'd never give it up.Now looking back it's just a stepping stone to where we are, where we've been.We won't be sad, we'll be glad, for all the life we've had and we'll remember when.

"Extracted from Remember when - Alan Jackson"

Halloween Teaser

-Removed-

Images are too wicked for a clean blog.

Beneath my smile

You might have heard before "Boys are good pets" or "Boys are toys". How true can it be?

My answer: 110%

I've heard stories on relationships wreckage enough to compile into an encyclopedia. Even since the days of Adam and Eve, Adam gave up his life in Garden of Eden to accompany Eve who has fallen.

Simple truth

As I was talking to a friend a couple of days back. He was asking from the date you find yourself worth more what significant changes have I experienced. I simply said that nothing has changed except the paycheque and work load. At the end of the day I am still who I am. Does it matter comparing your social life status among friends?

Who's in charge

All the organs of the body were having a meeting, trying to decide who was the one in charge.

"I should be in charge," said the brain , "Because I run all the body's systems, so without me nothing would happen."

"I should be in charge," said the blood , "Because I circulate oxygen all over so without me you'd all waste away."

"I should be in charge," said the stomach," Because I process food and give you all of your energy."

"I should be in charge," said the legs, "because I carry the body wherever it needs to go."

"I should be in charge," said the eyes, "Because I allow the body to see where it goes."

"I should be in charge," said the rectum, "Because I'm responsible for waste removal."

All the other body parts laughed at the rectum and insulted him, so in a huff, he shut down tight.

Within a few days, the brain had a terrible headache, the stomach was bloated, the legs got wobbly, the eyes got watery, and the blood was toxic. They all decided that the rectum should be the boss

The Moral of the story? Even though the others do all the work.

The Ass Hole is usually in charge.