tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24377394790090792662024-02-07T13:30:48.982+08:00Big Fish Small World, Big World Small FishEither way, you "just keep swimming!" - Dory Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.comBlogger1928125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-55957033192298458262021-09-23T19:08:00.000+08:002021-09-23T19:08:02.566+08:00Simple Pleasures<p> Love it when it's laundry day, and the sun is bright and hot. </p>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-33416139287934184462021-09-21T22:14:00.009+08:002021-09-21T22:24:41.223+08:00Wake Me Up When September Ends<div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NU9JoFKlaZ0&ab_channel=GreenDay">Wake Me Up When September Ends </a></i>- Green Day</div><p></p><p>Today was just all sorts of odd, but possibly odd for the better. To give an example, I wanted to wear berms to work, but ended up going out in jeans. Turned out to be a good decision after all because I was so cold in the office.</p><p>I also wanted to use the leftover bread to make myself a lunch sandwich, only to realise this morning that my bread had gone moldy - a day before it's meant to expire, mind you. </p><p>Anyhow, mostly it felt like a really long day.</p><p>Then I realised, it actually feels like it's been a really long month too.</p>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-84148242562437961382020-12-14T22:35:00.002+08:002021-03-30T17:05:59.191+08:00Grateful Diary 1.0<p>Dog days. Can't quite tell why though.</p><p>Nevertheless, today I am grateful for plasters and spare pair of slippers in the office.</p>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-74538962163725284712020-12-16T22:50:00.003+08:002020-12-16T22:53:30.782+08:00Grateful Diary 3.0<p>Super distracted today, but got what I needed to get done sorted, so all good.</p><p>Now just need to <strike>rid</strike> fold that pile of laundry on my bed. Someone promised to fold all the laundry in the future. Looking forward to that. </p><p>Grateful for the buggy ride to the gate in the rain today. </p>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-83290439573068544372020-12-15T23:48:00.007+08:002020-12-15T23:50:11.291+08:00Grateful Diary 2.0<p>Felt incompetent during the online course today because I couldn't grasp all the tech stuff as quickly as the rest. And made a lame attempt to get everyone to start working together as a group.</p><p>Nonetheless, grateful for the boyfriend who puts up with my bad behaviour and tantrums. </p>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-7302781935213962192020-11-12T21:34:00.004+08:002020-11-12T21:34:37.278+08:00Knock Knock<p> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Empty.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-28890335422647959572020-06-29T09:15:00.001+08:002020-06-29T09:15:19.931+08:00An Afterthoughtafterthought <div><i>noun</i><br /><div><br /></div><div><div>1: an idea occurring later</div><div>2: something (such as a part or feature) not thought of originally : something secondary</div></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i><a href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/afterthought"><font size="2">Source</font></a></i></div></div>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-52270951260170354312020-06-19T20:52:00.002+08:002020-06-19T20:58:38.070+08:00Phase 2 Day 1<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oe9Ss99hyoY" target="_blank"><i>Sippin' On Feelings</i> </a>- Tep No</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-59199831841395994902020-06-18T21:25:00.000+08:002020-06-18T21:25:18.922+08:00Week 2 of Being 32It does not get easier.<div><br /></div><div>I don't seek to be understood, but it's nice when people do.</div><div><br /></div><div><div>I'm not sure.</div><div><div><br /></div><div>Rain makes me emo. That best describes it.</div><div><br /></div><div>But a timely, warm hearty bowl of soup is miracle cure.</div></div></div>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-44127313846294857052020-06-11T22:21:00.001+08:002020-06-11T22:21:53.135+08:00Three, Four, Five and I Lost Count<div>New and recent little pleasures:</div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Fresh toast in the morning</li><li>Receiving <i>that</i> good morning text </li><li>Going to bed and feeling contented</li><li>Getting in touch with long lost friends</li><li>Having milk in the fridge</li><li>A good workout</li><li>Having a routine</li><li>Having someone to get mad at but still love and miss</li><li>Sunsets</li><li>Opening the windows in the morning and allowing fresh breeze into the room</li><li>10-min yoga session every morning to get started with the day</li><li>Staring at my photo wall</li></ol><div>I hope everyone finds their own little pleasures too!</div></div>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-53335512404242944642020-06-07T21:25:00.001+08:002020-06-07T21:25:12.004+08:00Too Much Cake<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Double workout.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Bed time.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Day 2 of 32.Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-41008813677146632512020-06-06T19:59:00.004+08:002020-06-06T20:01:51.190+08:00Cake Diet<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Mhmm. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Dream came true. </div><div style="text-align: center;">I wanted cakes and I got plenty!<br />Breakfast, lunch, dinner - eat cake.</div><div style="text-align: center;">/joy</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Day 1 of being 32.</div>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-24826976212337870192020-06-05T16:43:00.003+08:002020-06-05T16:44:22.568+08:00Thirty TwoDear Y<i>ou</i><div><br /></div><div>It's year 2020.. Happy birthday, and congratulations turning 32!</div><div><br /></div><div>All I can say is that you are truly, truly blessed. I know you are. </div><div><br /></div><div>Sincerely</div><div><i>Me</i></div>Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-21695117184956846782020-05-17T14:19:00.003+08:002020-05-17T14:19:38.623+08:00Eight<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tJM0yIbg8iQ" width="550"></iframe><br />
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This is my most recent feel good, fluffy, happy song. That said, it's supposedly a sad song. </div>
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Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-78925783523459255082020-05-09T21:17:00.001+08:002020-05-09T21:17:13.019+08:00You say I am strong when I think I am weakWhen was the last time you looked out your window and just admired the sun setting in the horizon?<br />
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<i>You Say</i> - Lauren Daigle</div>
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With the <i>work from home</i> arrangement the past month, staring out my window in the evenings is becoming one of my most favourite activity to do.<br />
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Today, I was reminded reminded that it's okay to be anxious, it's okay to be unsure, and it's okay to doubt from time to time, because in the end, He is always faithful.<br />
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Try it. Pause and stare out the window once in awhile.Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-15466389797162495292020-04-28T21:56:00.001+08:002020-04-28T21:56:46.119+08:00Way MakerBefore I even get to my main content for today, let me state that I <b><i>just</i></b> realised I had a half-written draft on my reflections for 2019 sitting in my outbox. It was dated 30 December 2019.<br />
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It's an incomplete piece of work, I have no idea why I didn't finish it, but in any case, it is not going to see the light of the day. Perhaps, I'll be more diligent and get around to writing, completing and posting a reflection piece on 2020. Maybe.<br />
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So, what brings me back here today after a long, long while? It only took a text.<br />
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My favourite uncle in the world dropped me a text to ask if I've stopped writing. So, that's why I am back.<br />
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Hm. There's a lot going on in the world today, and I have read so many opinions and comments that I am actively trying to refrain from saying anything because I feel like the world needs less comments and more introspection.<br />
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I am using this time to reflect on what is truly important to me, who really matters, and what my priorities are. I urge you to do the same.<br />
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For those of us who can afford to slow down, eat warm meals, listen to music, wake up and talk to family and friends via chats and technology, spare a moment also to remember that there are also others who don't have the same luxury.<br />
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So, let's not take anything for granted. Be grateful, and be kind.<br />
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I love this tune, and I hope it also encourages you who are reading this post today.<br />
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<i>Way Maker </i>- Passion 2020</div>
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Last but not least, today marks the 7th month of my (not-so-new) dating life! If you ever read this which I highly doubt, congratulations to us on making it this far, and I love you!<br />
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P/s: I am so sweet.Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-82986109144609162362019-10-29T22:06:00.000+08:002019-10-29T22:06:01.442+08:00下雨了<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/m3DZsBw5bnE" width="550"></iframe><br />
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<i>How can I love the heartbreak, you're the one I love</i> - AKMU</div>
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<i>Way Back Home</i> - SHAUN</div>
Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-2990551464371027202019-07-25T21:41:00.000+08:002019-07-25T21:41:16.136+08:00Mood | Old Friends<div style="text-align: center;">
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<i>Old Friends</i> - Jasmine Thompson</div>
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People who matter don't mind</div>
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They don't need all of my time</div>
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Somebody told me to light up every room</div>
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Make them remember you</div>
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But nobody here knows what I'm going through</div>
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No, they never do</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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'Cause they know when I need them the most</div>
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I made some new friends and they're cool friends</div>
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But they don't know</div>
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What I do, what I got, who I am and who I'm not</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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I miss the good times we had</div>
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Now I don't know who's got my back</div>
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And somebody told me to light up every room (to light up)</div>
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Make them remember you (I don't remember you)</div>
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But nobody here knows what I'm going through</div>
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No, they never do</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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'Cause they know when I need them the most</div>
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I made some new friends and they're cool friends</div>
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But they don't know</div>
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What I do, what I got, who I am and who I'm not</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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Hey now, hey now</div>
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I know everybody changes</div>
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Hey now, hey now</div>
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I just want familiar faces</div>
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Oh, hey now, hey now</div>
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Growing up can be amazing</div>
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But it can even break your heart</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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When I need them the most</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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'Cause they know when I need them the most</div>
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I made some new friends and they're cool friends</div>
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But they don't know</div>
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What I do, what I got, who I am and who I'm not</div>
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I miss my old friends, I miss my</div>
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I miss my old friends (I miss my old friends, my old friends I miss)</div>
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What I do, what I got, who I am and who I'm not</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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I miss my old friends</div>
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Source: LyricFind</div>
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Songwriters: Johan Jens Erik Carlsson / Meghan Trainor / Ross Jacob Golan</div>
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Old Friends lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc, Downtown Music Publishing</div>
Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-49476236744461824032019-06-19T23:01:00.000+08:002019-06-19T23:03:04.850+08:00A Letter To My 31 Year Old SelfI've been wanting to write this and dedicate it to myself on my 31st birthday, but kept putting it off because I was either in too good a mood, or too foul a mood, or too occupied or just plain lazy and never got to it in time.<br />
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So, 2 weeks late, in an ambivalent mood, still feeling lazy, but finally deciding to <i>just do it</i>.<br />
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Being in my thirties is not much different from being in my twenties. With the exception that my metabolic rate has definitely slowed down, responsibilities have grown, financial commitments have increased.<br />
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Do I know how to get by life any better than 10 years ago - <i>I doubt</i>. Have I made more friends? Well, yes, but I've lost some too over the years for various reasons and learning to let go is one thing that has improved with age.<br />
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Am I getting better at being a better person? Well, I try. It's a daily effort and very trying and tiring. Some days I feel like a winner when I tuck myself into bed. Some days, I feel the opposite and that's why I finally settled on writing this <i>now </i>so that when I read this many years later, or a day later, hopefully I remember this feeling and have leveled up by then.<br />
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I've been having some relatively stressful days in the office, and that takes a toll on my mental well being. Evidently I'm still not very good at regulating emotions and keeping work separate from personal life. But honestly, who is able to draw a neat line between the two?<br />
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People are selfish. People are entitled. People can be mean and unkind. That's reality. But perhaps, we feel that way about others because we too fail to see where they are coming from.<br />
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Of course, some people are a lost cause. This category of humans can be struck off and really don't let them bother you because they're <b>not </b>worth it.<br />
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Some people may actually have a good reason behind their behaviour or actions. It's for us to choose whether or not we want to step into their shoes and see their point of view.<br />
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Some times, explaining yourself may be the best way. And if that solves nothing too, life goes on and well, better next time.<br />
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You see girl, life happens. It's been going on for 31 years for you and it likely will go on for awhile more. Like it or not, everything is a choice. So don't bitch about life, don't lament others, and don't be bitter.<br />
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Life is better when happy anyway.. May your 31st year be joy filled, adventured filled, and overflowing with kindness.<br />
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Happy belated birthday dear self! #loveAihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-74198983287404624822019-06-02T00:23:00.000+08:002019-06-02T00:23:19.125+08:00It's You<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lV-6aaW4tO8" width="550"></iframe><br />
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Henry - It's You Live Version</div>
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I was already a huge fan of this song, but <b><i>this</i></b> gives me the goosebumps.Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-74559277789589433222019-04-29T23:02:00.002+08:002019-04-29T23:02:24.413+08:00I Will Show You<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cM4YL_ntwW4" width="550"></iframe><br />
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What a beautiful performance.Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-22066706098394530702019-04-21T21:34:00.000+08:002019-04-21T21:34:15.347+08:00Why So Cute II<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R05dASsTaEY" width="550"></iframe><br />
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Got7 - Lullaby</div>
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How I spent my long weekend.<br />
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To be fair, I did <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0H7gLahXEs&t=766s" target="_blank">this</a> intense 60mins yoga flow and it felt.. awesome. Try it but only if you have some yoga practice under your belt already. Otherwise, try something simpler!<br />
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Can't wait for Korea!Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-62895407192089470652019-04-19T14:10:00.000+08:002019-04-19T14:10:00.873+08:00Why So Cute<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5BkQ6a63QX8" width="550"></iframe><br />
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BTS - Go, Go</div>
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I woke up early this morning, to cancel my morning yoga booking.. LOL<br />
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Holidays are the best!Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-42719650180785969082019-02-21T21:59:00.002+08:002019-02-21T21:59:29.800+08:00All ThisWhat for?Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437739479009079266.post-64311483606067993452019-02-18T12:34:00.000+08:002019-02-18T12:34:09.459+08:00Office TalkI'm not keen to share about work too much, simply because work is <i>work</i>. But I've been spending a significant amount of my time at work lately that, it's really all I have to talk about.<br />
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Colleague X said, "You're sweet.."<br />
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Colleague Y said, "When you first came, I didn't think I'd like you very much. But now that we've got some interaction with you, I like your style. You're good."<br />
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Colleague Z said, "How's work so far? You look like you're enjoying it!"<br />
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But I bet there are also times where I get comments behind my back, or maybe even to my face, but why remember the bad when it's better to remember the good instead?<br />
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I just need to remind myself that I'm not here to please anyone. I'm here to do a job, and to do it right. And I certainly don't need everyone to like me.<br />
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It's okay.Aihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07724737702755725471noreply@blogger.com0