=D

Experimented a lot with my camera today. Tried the manual functions a lot. Some photos were okay, some were a total flop, but that's okay. Practise, Practise, Practise! =D (Pardon me for some over-exposed photos you will see below. Still a noob, still a noob.)

Went to Kh's house in the afternoon and took lotsa pics of Coco. She's a German Toy Poodle. So cute right? Looks like a teddy bear. How can anyone not like her? XD

After which, we went to meet Jf and MC for dinner @ Spaggedies. MC bought me a Lonely Planet: Vietnam book for my birthday present!!! For a moment, I felt like I was the happiest person on earth. Thanks babe! You have no idea how much this means to me. I will treasure it with all my heart! Yay, that's another strike off my wishlist! =D Again, thank you so so so much!

MC looks like she's selling noodles.

Jf is STARVING!

Kh's order. Super ex!

My usual order... I'm an adventurous person, just not so adventurous with food. I like to eat safe. =x

Clarence came to join us after that @ Gloria Jeans. He brought brownies!

Jf looks so reluctant. Haha! =x

Happy 6th monniversary! =D

Jf loves my camera! She kept saying how good it is, and how it's definitely worth the moolahs. Appreciate it babe! It's a confirmation of money well spent. =D

Looking forward to year-end Vietnam trip!!!

Updated Blog

Was feeling a bit free so I went to look at Blogger's layout functions and found a lot of changes in it since I last used it. Updated the side column. Love the new category function. Exactly what I've always wanted. Maybe I'll go back to blogging about movies? *considers*

Quite sad that some friends don't blog anymore cuz that means I've less things to read to kill boredom. =/ Maybe blogging is indeed a trend, maybe the trend has died down, maybe everyone thinks it's meaningless or a waste of time, maybe everyone's gotten too busy for things like this, I don't know, I don't care. In fact I don't even think anyone reads my blog, but I still blog for my own entertainment. Yeah man, looking back at my past memories, I like that... especially sweet memories, which is the reason for this blog anyway. It's then that I reflect on things, and also appreciate my life more. =)

Nowadays my workload isn't so heavy anymore so I could afford to spend more time with my dear camera. Hehe... xD Learnt some of the manual functions already. Shutter speed and aperture is easy. But ISO, man.. I understand the technical aspects of it, but the physics behind it is killing me. Shall research more on it another day. But then, I've already booked a slot for myself at the Canon EOS free training on 4th July. Better clarify all doubts soon! Sis wedding is approaching and she's already given me a list of things she wants me to shoot. I'm one of the 2 official photographers at her wedding so I'd better do a good job!

Of cuz I could also consult my mentor Jack.

Me: that time dunno wat happen... i took photos indoors right, of ppl eating in the house all that, den alot of my photos came out very blur, like the head or the hand is blur.

Jack: shutter speed too slow
Me: that time i haven't learn abt these functions.. i used auto mode.. but no flash
Jack: ur brightness okie rite, indoor use iso 800 or 400, then aperture arnd 5.6, ur shutter speed shld be arnd 1/30, then dun breathe
Me: ... um, how u remember all these
Jack: experience haha

Speaking like a pro. Indeed. He always makes photography sound so interesting, and that has always been one of my source of motivation to learn and master it. I once said that I would slog the whole of this holiday for the camera and I would have no regrets. I still stand by what I said. I HAVE indeed slogged the whole holiday for this camera (Well, actually just the June hols, I totally slacked in May.) And I have earned myself an amount of money that is equivalent to the cost of that camera. And I have no regrets at all. Not a single bit. =)

New sports shoe

Went to Queensway today for a project briefing, then went to Ikea to have lunch and buy shower curtains, and finally, bought a pair of running shoes. Yay!

It's the first thing I saw and I immediately bought it. =) Asics is THE running shoe! =D
$172 less 25%= $129 Not a bad bargain although I totally bursted my budget. No choice man, really need a pair. Threw my old pair of Nike's at Thailand last year. It was spoilt beyond repair! =x

Happy Birthday Kh

Happy 22nd Birthday to Kh! 19/06/1986

Lol. Kh received an sms from MC on 18th June, 12:01am, that went sth like this:

"Happy birthday! Haha see I never forget your birthday this year..."

Isn't that so typical of MC to do such things? Sending him a birthday msg a day before his birthday, wishing him happy birthday and saying that she didn't forget it. I do feel my life becoming more interesting with a friend like her. Hah.

Seems like as we get older each year, birthdays become less and less significant. No surprises this year, no full day itinerary of activities where you'll be so pampered all day, no birthday cake. =x It was probably the most boring birthday ever. Kh and I just went to Carnivore for lunch, then we went to run some errands together. Both of us have been too busy to bother planning anything or even have a proper celebration. We actually wanted to try the brazilian churrascaria at 6th avenue but it only opens for dinner and we couldn't make it as we had to attend my sis's house blessing ritual. Hmm, we totally regretted going to Carnivore. I've been having indigestion since then. =(

And I finally gave my sis her wedding present. Bought her a set of pillowcases from Aussino and sent them to Queensway for printing.

My design. Not much but at least it looks okay/appropriate.

I'm glad she loves it! =)


House blessing... Her new house is so nice la.. Good mix of english and modern furniture. And Jeremy bought her that piano so Gerrie and I could keep the one we have at home. Hehe.. XD

Fellowship over refreshments...

More stuff

I've been in a rather foul mood lately. Been so busy with everything that I hardly have time to rest. Really miss the good old days in the kampong where I can just lie down and watch the clouds without a care in the world. My aunt may not be going to Thailand this year after all as my cousin is having her PSLE. If she doesn't, I suppose I would extend my Vietnam backpacking trip to 2 weeks. Really really need a break.

Kh bought another 2 games the other day to add to our collection:

Puerto Rico. Cost about $84.

Bang! Cost about $80+ as well. Includes expansion set. This game is going to be out of print so it's worth it to get. It will worth a lot in future. =)

We've been meeting J&J, Kh's super lovey dovey couple friends, to play these games. Worth it for them la... We pay they play. T__T Oh well. What to do, we love gaming so much.

As if the spending spree is not over, Kh and I hopped over to Heeren after that to get him a birthday present. He wanted the Fossil wallet that he saw the other day so I got that for him. But then, while browsing through the stuff in the shop, I fell in love with a long wallet and Kh decided to buy that for me for my birthday. Then the store assistant informed us that we'll get a 15% discount if we spend $250 or more, so I got Kh another belt to make up for that amount. After discount, ya can say that the belt is almost free. =) (Hey I always do my calculations okay. I'm not one to fall for gimmicks.)

Kh's wallet... cost about $88.

Kh's belt... cost about $58.

My wallet! Cost about $128. Really good quality and I love how it smells! It's exactly what I need. Lots of slots to keep my cards! =D The store assistant also said that this is product is specially designed for the US market, hence there are very limited quantities for sale in Singapore. =)

Desperately in need of time to do these long postponed activites before school reopens:
1) Crabbing (crab fishing)
2) Photography trip to Chek Jawa
3) Gourmet BBQ
4) Go Kart + seafood dinner @ Johor


Sighs~~ I need a life...

Vegas Showdown

Woot! Bought another one of my fave board games to add to my collection! Also got myself a P.I membership. 5% discount with the privilege to reserve board games. I know it's very lousy for a membership but my fave games always go out of stock at PI and the next shipment doesn't come so soon. Hence being able to reserve games really helps!

$85.90 after less 5% discount is $81+. Hah. Not much diff but better than nothing? It can at least cover our transport cost. =x

It's not a gambling game! Haha. It's actually a bidding and building game. Requires you to be able to manage your finances well. =)

I've been holding too many sprees for the past month. Look what that has landed me in.

My BGT Faves

Austin Blackburn-Musical Saw

Lol this guy is a musical genius. Dunno why Simon reject him.



"I'd like to become a professional saw player."

"I'd like to promote the saw as a proper musical instrument."

"Oh God, not the saw!" (Piers)

LOL! Dunno if he's being serious or what but he sounds so funny!


George Sampson-Street Dancer

"Last year I thought you were fantastic. This year I didn't. I thought you were phenomenal." (Simon)




George Sampson-BGT Finals



Signature-Michael Jackson impersonation plus indie twist!




Andrew Johnston-13 yr old boy with the voice of an angel