And here are the photos (Before):
Accomodation (After):
We let our readers decide, if the Editor has mis-abused public funds for his own personal use. We welcome your feedback.
December 31, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Exposed!
In this edition, our undercover reporter have gone on assignment and saw the before and after makeover of the 'lavish'(as rumoured) living areas of our Editor.
And here are the photos (Before):
Accomodation (After):
We let our readers decide, if the Editor has mis-abused public funds for his own personal use. We welcome your feedback.
And here are the photos (Before):
Accomodation (After):
We let our readers decide, if the Editor has mis-abused public funds for his own personal use. We welcome your feedback.
December 24, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Christmas Editorial 25 Dec 2005
Here I am, at the stroke of midnight, on Christmas day, not in some fancy pubs getting drunk and silly; but dutifully at the keyboards, striking furiously away.
How is that for a start into one of the most celebrated holidays in the world?
My agenda for the morning would still be within the boundaries of the house. Effectively I am/going through the housewife training phase, so if you can excuse me for not being out of the house.
Jokes aside, I do have some program lined up. A bunch of friends will be coming over for brunch. But expect not that the Editor would be up to his neck or apron (whatever) sweating out in front of the wok this time. My culinary skills are meant for suitable for my own stomach acids. I would not guarantee the palate will go down well with those of my guests.
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Outstanding news worthy issues accumulated from weeks ago:
"Why cant maids have boyfriends?" (ST Dec 9 2005)
"A maid-to-order society won't do" (ST Dec 9 2005)
"Let's talk about MARRIAGE" (ST Dec 12 2005)
"No more passing the buck please" (ST Dec 2005)
"China plays down impact of GDP revision" (ST Dec 21 2005)
===
The first two topics went around that of the employed maid in SG. I believe that there had been enough cases of both good and bad maids and employers to justify some say.
The most crucial point raised was that giving a rest day to the maid. Under the state current employment laws, every salaried employee in SG gets an off day for certain days at work. But in retrospect, apart from the good, caring employers, there is a general consensus among maid employers not to give their employee a day off. And the mindset of some employers go as far as to push the maids to a 18-hr working schedule; two or more families to tend to; their carwasher; their babysitter and what-nots all rolled into one.
Put yourself in such shoes, would you, for a meagre 250 SGD (on average) work hard if you have known what could befall upon you?
Taking those cases where the maids were abused and underfeed, there would be a greater proportion of maids who are basically become "slaves" while engaged as maids.
It takes two to clap; both employers and maids mindsets have to change before we see improvements in the treatment of our maids.
Though we are considered First World country, but sadly, our attitudes and mindsets are still very much Third World.
===
In "Let's talk about MARRIAGE", the young generation pour forth their feelings into words and looking from a marco-view, one would not be blame if one deems these articles are childish.
Quote "Why lead a married life fraught with financial worries if it means giving up the carefree life of a bachelor?
Until this problem is addressed, many would rightfully defer marriage because it risks lowering their quality of life." Unquote
I found it amusing especially when the writer expressed 'it risks lowering their quality of life'
He must be very thorough in risk assessment, for not, the expression would have not been sprouted.
Everything in life is a risk. Even crossing at the green man does not necessarily equates you being safe. It merely enhances that the fact you can cross safely, much more than you cross when the red man is on. Is it not?
Quote "Singaporeans choose the second course of action - outsourcing. And so Junior goes to childcare and families employ maids. And a car becomes an attractive option." Unquote
No one, not even salvation from above or elsewhere could save you unless you and your other half decide what is the true meaning of prudence. One does not indulge in a lavish lifestyle when they could not afford to.
This is where the couple comes into the picture to 'iron out the differences' and this is what makes up part and parcel of marriage - Communications.
===
Lastly the two articles came out the day after the much-debated NKF report from KMPG was made public.
"No more passing the buck please" (ST Dec 2005)
"China plays down impact of GDP revision" (ST Dec 21 2005)
In view of all that have been said about corporate goverance, I hold my peace, since it was never my forte anyway. I have only but superficial knowledge on such issues.
Some good came out of it though. An overblown ego finally blown itself out, so to say. IF not for the deframation suit against SPH and the reporter, the skeletons would have been still be hiding behind the closets.
Enough said and enough ranting of who's who to blame and so forth. Finger-pointing after the milk is spilled does help but then the mess has to be cleaned up.
At least some parts of the government branches have 'woken' up after their prolonged slumber. With such frenzy being set off, I believe there are many others who would have come to terms that the long arm of the law DOES catch up. That said, it also proves that nothing, not even the most perfect system is infalliable.
As for figures and results, we have known since the days of statistics have shown, are uttery rubbish when one have an ulterior motive for abusing them.
We can proclaim that we have a 12-inch penis, or bosoms the size of watermelons as long as we grab the attention of our targeted group. Point taken.
As said in the fields of unit trusts and share-trading grounds, "Caveat Emptor."
What is said, needs not necessarily be deemed true.
===
So much for this Christmas Editioral. This is your Editor, wishing all readers and loved ones out there, Merry Christmas.
How is that for a start into one of the most celebrated holidays in the world?
My agenda for the morning would still be within the boundaries of the house. Effectively I am/going through the housewife training phase, so if you can excuse me for not being out of the house.
Jokes aside, I do have some program lined up. A bunch of friends will be coming over for brunch. But expect not that the Editor would be up to his neck or apron (whatever) sweating out in front of the wok this time. My culinary skills are meant for suitable for my own stomach acids. I would not guarantee the palate will go down well with those of my guests.
===
Outstanding news worthy issues accumulated from weeks ago:
"Why cant maids have boyfriends?" (ST Dec 9 2005)
"A maid-to-order society won't do" (ST Dec 9 2005)
"Let's talk about MARRIAGE" (ST Dec 12 2005)
"No more passing the buck please" (ST Dec 2005)
"China plays down impact of GDP revision" (ST Dec 21 2005)
===
The first two topics went around that of the employed maid in SG. I believe that there had been enough cases of both good and bad maids and employers to justify some say.
The most crucial point raised was that giving a rest day to the maid. Under the state current employment laws, every salaried employee in SG gets an off day for certain days at work. But in retrospect, apart from the good, caring employers, there is a general consensus among maid employers not to give their employee a day off. And the mindset of some employers go as far as to push the maids to a 18-hr working schedule; two or more families to tend to; their carwasher; their babysitter and what-nots all rolled into one.
Put yourself in such shoes, would you, for a meagre 250 SGD (on average) work hard if you have known what could befall upon you?
Taking those cases where the maids were abused and underfeed, there would be a greater proportion of maids who are basically become "slaves" while engaged as maids.
It takes two to clap; both employers and maids mindsets have to change before we see improvements in the treatment of our maids.
Though we are considered First World country, but sadly, our attitudes and mindsets are still very much Third World.
===
In "Let's talk about MARRIAGE", the young generation pour forth their feelings into words and looking from a marco-view, one would not be blame if one deems these articles are childish.
Quote "Why lead a married life fraught with financial worries if it means giving up the carefree life of a bachelor?
Until this problem is addressed, many would rightfully defer marriage because it risks lowering their quality of life." Unquote
I found it amusing especially when the writer expressed 'it risks lowering their quality of life'
He must be very thorough in risk assessment, for not, the expression would have not been sprouted.
Everything in life is a risk. Even crossing at the green man does not necessarily equates you being safe. It merely enhances that the fact you can cross safely, much more than you cross when the red man is on. Is it not?
Quote "Singaporeans choose the second course of action - outsourcing. And so Junior goes to childcare and families employ maids. And a car becomes an attractive option." Unquote
No one, not even salvation from above or elsewhere could save you unless you and your other half decide what is the true meaning of prudence. One does not indulge in a lavish lifestyle when they could not afford to.
This is where the couple comes into the picture to 'iron out the differences' and this is what makes up part and parcel of marriage - Communications.
===
Lastly the two articles came out the day after the much-debated NKF report from KMPG was made public.
"No more passing the buck please" (ST Dec 2005)
"China plays down impact of GDP revision" (ST Dec 21 2005)
In view of all that have been said about corporate goverance, I hold my peace, since it was never my forte anyway. I have only but superficial knowledge on such issues.
Some good came out of it though. An overblown ego finally blown itself out, so to say. IF not for the deframation suit against SPH and the reporter, the skeletons would have been still be hiding behind the closets.
Enough said and enough ranting of who's who to blame and so forth. Finger-pointing after the milk is spilled does help but then the mess has to be cleaned up.
At least some parts of the government branches have 'woken' up after their prolonged slumber. With such frenzy being set off, I believe there are many others who would have come to terms that the long arm of the law DOES catch up. That said, it also proves that nothing, not even the most perfect system is infalliable.
As for figures and results, we have known since the days of statistics have shown, are uttery rubbish when one have an ulterior motive for abusing them.
We can proclaim that we have a 12-inch penis, or bosoms the size of watermelons as long as we grab the attention of our targeted group. Point taken.
As said in the fields of unit trusts and share-trading grounds, "Caveat Emptor."
What is said, needs not necessarily be deemed true.
===
So much for this Christmas Editioral. This is your Editor, wishing all readers and loved ones out there, Merry Christmas.
December 23, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - inauguration meal 23 Dec 2005
Finally, I have managed to exchange my pen and paper today in exchange of the wok and ladle.
It was a simple fare as it was meant for myself. Needless to say, it has been some time that I took up the task to do cooking for others. Compared to my mother, my skills are lagging way behind.
These years of work have taken me away from home and it is the process of whipping up simple dishes that make life more interesting.
I must admit that I have not got down to learn dishes which require more preparation. In my 'stored inhouse-memory' there are simple soup dishes and being Cantonese, sweet desserts.
If you add them up, probably I can get the whole meal (complete with dessert) done within an hour. Hopefully there will be someone who will get to try it someday.*beams* In the meantime, I can be my own self guinea pig for the time being, unless there are volunteers around. Any takers?
Bon appetite!
December 22, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Errands almost complete. Way Overdue 22 Dec edition
First of all, apologies again for the lapse in the publishing. The editor reverted back to his 'excursions' (No FIRST CLASS flights) and his outstanding tasks.
On top of everything, there were a few newspapers clippings which I have kept away for upcoming editorials.
A brief update
- no plans for Christmas Eve, neither had the time to stroll down Orchard road.
- Bought myself a new laptop and managed to do all data transfers non-stop throughtout the night to this new toy.
- Smoothen out all little unpleasant boxes and tidied up the house.
- Completed my groceries shopping and whatever knick-knacks needed for the first and upcoming cooking session.
- A short ownership of the feline children ended back on 18th Dec with them being sent back to their foster mother.
- The editor shall be in SG this coming CNY.
So much for the news brief. Stay tune for more detail reports.
On top of everything, there were a few newspapers clippings which I have kept away for upcoming editorials.
A brief update
- no plans for Christmas Eve, neither had the time to stroll down Orchard road.
- Bought myself a new laptop and managed to do all data transfers non-stop throughtout the night to this new toy.
- Smoothen out all little unpleasant boxes and tidied up the house.
- Completed my groceries shopping and whatever knick-knacks needed for the first and upcoming cooking session.
- A short ownership of the feline children ended back on 18th Dec with them being sent back to their foster mother.
- The editor shall be in SG this coming CNY.
So much for the news brief. Stay tune for more detail reports.
December 14, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Knocked out 13 Dec 2005
Had a terrible headache on Sunday, knocked out at 2100 and woke up dazed at 1000 the next day, with the headache gone. *Thank goodness*
Still living day to day in a daze these days... Cannot shake off the nasty feeling of helplessness. *grrrz*
Only wake up to have a quick bite before getting down to clear up the felines' poo-poo and after a quick shower, settled back into the sofa with eyelids hardly able to open.
It is relatively strange I had not done much exercises (hmm.. which reminded me, I have to inform my brother of my shoe size... *away for 1 min*)
Done.
See what I meant about short term memory?? I can walk into the kitchen trying to get something done and end up forgetting some tool/ equipment here and there. *Grrrgh*
One of these days must get my brains checked... probably my mind's shrinking in size.
This is your erm... Editor signing off.
Still living day to day in a daze these days... Cannot shake off the nasty feeling of helplessness. *grrrz*
Only wake up to have a quick bite before getting down to clear up the felines' poo-poo and after a quick shower, settled back into the sofa with eyelids hardly able to open.
It is relatively strange I had not done much exercises (hmm.. which reminded me, I have to inform my brother of my shoe size... *away for 1 min*)
Done.
See what I meant about short term memory?? I can walk into the kitchen trying to get something done and end up forgetting some tool/ equipment here and there. *Grrrgh*
One of these days must get my brains checked... probably my mind's shrinking in size.
This is your erm... Editor signing off.
December 11, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Awake at 3am 11 Dec 2005
Someone hit the sleep button on me pleaseee...
This three-am routine is wrecking havoc on my waking times... I literally crawl out of bed around ten. Even though I am on leave officially, I hate to think I have gone back to the days when I keep duty hours from midnight to 0400 in the morning *aRgh*
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Have been tying up loose ends around the house and now with the Fantastic Four in the house, it seemed like time zipped by in some fancy automobile. *Where DID my day GO to!!* I end up reading the morning papers at 2200 onwards. So much for MORNING papers...
===
I think my favourite piece of music "Butterfly Lovers' Concerto" is doing its magic... my eyes are beginning to droop.
So much for this edition. I apologise for skiving.
*Yawnz*
This three-am routine is wrecking havoc on my waking times... I literally crawl out of bed around ten. Even though I am on leave officially, I hate to think I have gone back to the days when I keep duty hours from midnight to 0400 in the morning *aRgh*
===
Have been tying up loose ends around the house and now with the Fantastic Four in the house, it seemed like time zipped by in some fancy automobile. *Where DID my day GO to!!* I end up reading the morning papers at 2200 onwards. So much for MORNING papers...
===
I think my favourite piece of music "Butterfly Lovers' Concerto" is doing its magic... my eyes are beginning to droop.
So much for this edition. I apologise for skiving.
*Yawnz*
December 10, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - A touch of Zen 09 Dec 2005
As promised to a friend, this is a story which I have read and heard before.
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A intellectual, who had spent his years in studies of various fields, collected alot of Doctorates and Masters during those years.
One day, he decided to head back to see his mother and had to cross a river. The only mode of transportation was that of a boatman to row him across.
Once the price was agreeable, the boatman set off, rowing those oars with his muscular hands under the hot sun.
Feeling a little bored, the intellectual asked the boat man if he ever went to school before.
'No... my family was too poor and I started working, following my father and grandfather's footsteps rowing the boat.'
'Then you have missed out many fine things in life, Da Shu (Uncle); for I have gone through many years in college and have made a name in the academic field'
The boatman kept silent and sensing such mood, the intellectual kept quiet.
After a long while, the boatman broke the silence.
'Oh, wise one, I like to ask you something'
'Go ahead, I am more than willing to share my knowledge'
'Wise one, do you know how to swim?'
'Ah! Forgive me, I spent all my time on books and have not gone to learn such skills'
'Then Wise one, all your doctorates and degrees are of no use then?! For I have grave news, the boat have sprung a leak. I may not have been to school but then I have the skill to keep myself alive.
Forgive me that I cannot teach you this right now. Goodbye!'
Saying this, the boatman jumped off leaving the intellectual to a watery death.
===
A intellectual, who had spent his years in studies of various fields, collected alot of Doctorates and Masters during those years.
One day, he decided to head back to see his mother and had to cross a river. The only mode of transportation was that of a boatman to row him across.
Once the price was agreeable, the boatman set off, rowing those oars with his muscular hands under the hot sun.
Feeling a little bored, the intellectual asked the boat man if he ever went to school before.
'No... my family was too poor and I started working, following my father and grandfather's footsteps rowing the boat.'
'Then you have missed out many fine things in life, Da Shu (Uncle); for I have gone through many years in college and have made a name in the academic field'
The boatman kept silent and sensing such mood, the intellectual kept quiet.
After a long while, the boatman broke the silence.
'Oh, wise one, I like to ask you something'
'Go ahead, I am more than willing to share my knowledge'
'Wise one, do you know how to swim?'
'Ah! Forgive me, I spent all my time on books and have not gone to learn such skills'
'Then Wise one, all your doctorates and degrees are of no use then?! For I have grave news, the boat have sprung a leak. I may not have been to school but then I have the skill to keep myself alive.
Forgive me that I cannot teach you this right now. Goodbye!'
Saying this, the boatman jumped off leaving the intellectual to a watery death.
Little Red Dot Press - Felines run amok *almost* 09 Dec 2005
It has been reported that four felines were sighted in one of the units in West.
They were 'released' into the home of the unsuspecting owner. More pictures after this.
The inital opening of the cages prompted these felines to roam around, sniffing at everything sniff-able.
Eventually, when they got a little tired of sniffing around, they took their corners of the kitchen space of this owner.
At press time, three of them were reported to be widely awake with one limping feline dozing off in one corner of the kitchen.
Pictures coming up after the commercial break.
They were 'released' into the home of the unsuspecting owner. More pictures after this.
The inital opening of the cages prompted these felines to roam around, sniffing at everything sniff-able.
Eventually, when they got a little tired of sniffing around, they took their corners of the kitchen space of this owner.
At press time, three of them were reported to be widely awake with one limping feline dozing off in one corner of the kitchen.
Pictures coming up after the commercial break.
December 08, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Mice loves Rice 07/08 Dec edition
Before I had dinner over at my brother's place, the star performance of the lineage decided to get 'onstage' and sang a rendition of the song.
The stage was their plastic table, though a little small but it was able to fit the two sisters together for the skit.
The elder one was apparently the more vocal and flamboyant one, with her array of poses and talented dance steps, she sang and resang the few phrases that one might be led to think the recording she learnt from, was faulty.
"Wo ai ni, xiang zhe ni, jiu xiang lao shu ai dao mi...." she droned on, with the youngest one trying to ape her sister in her movements.
The overall sight was *pity... didnt tape down with the digital camcorder* pretty heartwarming.
The stage was their plastic table, though a little small but it was able to fit the two sisters together for the skit.
The elder one was apparently the more vocal and flamboyant one, with her array of poses and talented dance steps, she sang and resang the few phrases that one might be led to think the recording she learnt from, was faulty.
"Wo ai ni, xiang zhe ni, jiu xiang lao shu ai dao mi...." she droned on, with the youngest one trying to ape her sister in her movements.
The overall sight was *pity... didnt tape down with the digital camcorder* pretty heartwarming.
Little Red Dot Press - Post Exercise debrief 07 Dec 2005
Almost done with the house. As as today, only two more minor drilling operations to be carried out in the living room and patching up of cracks all round the sink area.
===
Shifting house is a BIG headache. The packing could not be any easier; it is the unpacking that was more of a hassle.
Logistics arrangements could be convenient if you have engaged a mover. Fortunately for me I had friends who chipped in one way or the other, which saved me alot of running around.
Renovations - which thankfully I do not have to go through - is one other phase which required multiple trips and inspections before the final say.
Be prepared for lots of cleaning. Plenty of it. Get a good broom, mop handy. MOP, MOP MOP... and get a good vacuum cleaner for the final round.
For those willing to get your hands dirty, get hold of putty (plaster and also for wood) to mend those holes, cracks. Silicone is for watertight integrity, so use sparingly. Heavy usage do not come cheap.
Furniture and electrical appliances: the rule of thumb applies.
do you NEED it or do you WANT it?
It is obviously nice to have the whole range of cutlery and what-nots that comes with a heavy price tag. A first time owner (read LADY) would be beaming with pride to show off to her friends and relatives what she HAS to show off to.
For the male owner, THINK hard, THINK really hard with your pocket and not elsewhere. Even if it means getting into another round of argument with your wife to be. Stand your ground.
Everything is good to have, but what ends up next? Imagine your other half who does very little cooking, then what use of the expensive pots and pans that will lie idle for the coming years?
Mission statement: KISS - KEEP IT SIMPLE AND even more SIMPLE.
Improvise with whatever is available. For example I was bogged with the idea of paying for a 250 odd tv rack cum cabinet when it dawned onto me to use a 35 SGD coffee table to be my tv rack. SEE how much you can save from minor tweaking?
Next better suggestion: DONT buy everything.
Scavenge from your home, her home, your grandparents' home, your siblings' home and whatever possible places. Key word : IMPROVISE
More debriefing to come in tomorrow's edition. Editor is currently beset with writer's block. *Fatigued*
Stay tune tomorrow.
===
Shifting house is a BIG headache. The packing could not be any easier; it is the unpacking that was more of a hassle.
Logistics arrangements could be convenient if you have engaged a mover. Fortunately for me I had friends who chipped in one way or the other, which saved me alot of running around.
Renovations - which thankfully I do not have to go through - is one other phase which required multiple trips and inspections before the final say.
Be prepared for lots of cleaning. Plenty of it. Get a good broom, mop handy. MOP, MOP MOP... and get a good vacuum cleaner for the final round.
For those willing to get your hands dirty, get hold of putty (plaster and also for wood) to mend those holes, cracks. Silicone is for watertight integrity, so use sparingly. Heavy usage do not come cheap.
Furniture and electrical appliances: the rule of thumb applies.
do you NEED it or do you WANT it?
It is obviously nice to have the whole range of cutlery and what-nots that comes with a heavy price tag. A first time owner (read LADY) would be beaming with pride to show off to her friends and relatives what she HAS to show off to.
For the male owner, THINK hard, THINK really hard with your pocket and not elsewhere. Even if it means getting into another round of argument with your wife to be. Stand your ground.
Everything is good to have, but what ends up next? Imagine your other half who does very little cooking, then what use of the expensive pots and pans that will lie idle for the coming years?
Mission statement: KISS - KEEP IT SIMPLE AND even more SIMPLE.
Improvise with whatever is available. For example I was bogged with the idea of paying for a 250 odd tv rack cum cabinet when it dawned onto me to use a 35 SGD coffee table to be my tv rack. SEE how much you can save from minor tweaking?
Next better suggestion: DONT buy everything.
Scavenge from your home, her home, your grandparents' home, your siblings' home and whatever possible places. Key word : IMPROVISE
More debriefing to come in tomorrow's edition. Editor is currently beset with writer's block. *Fatigued*
Stay tune tomorrow.
December 07, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - *Overdue* New home 07 Dec edition
Apologies to all crane-d necks out there...
The Editor was away doing part time plumbing, part time cleaner, part time coolie, part time time "auntie".
Shifted into the new house on the 3rd Dec and my laptop was only unpacked on the 5th, with a day waiting for the broadband to be transferred across to this new address, as well as activation of the telephone line.
So right now in the wee hours of 07/0300 local time, 06/1900 GMT, multi-tasked myself hitting away the keyboard furiously; while reading through friends' blogs and emails; all in the comfort of the humming air-con behind me *arhhhhhhh.... so shiok*
Of course, the queen size bed is calling for my tired body, but then I am wayyyyyy overdue for this paper and resists all attempts despite the lullaby. *yawnz*
===
The house is almost done up. Almost... Being an old apartment (20 something) and the lack of maintenance showed in many places, hence the need for the editor to put his fingers down and exchanged for the adjustable spanner and mops.
Being a barely furnished unit, the role of being "auntie" had to be taken on despite the overwhelming tasks to be completed. Strutting between the E-shop, the N-shop and all DIY shops in the vicinity, I got around fairly quickly. I brought my mum around and she was completely awed with the hair salons, medicine halls and what-nots shops that are available in the neighbourhood. There are five coffee-shops around, cooking at the moment is temporarily not needed. *Alas... no chance to show off my (passable) culinary skills* --> *Editor is a itsy bitsy hao lian*
The landmark I-shop in Alexandra and the D-shop in IMM building became my constant hangouts for the past two weeks. As most of the accessories in the house was purchased from these two entities, my overall expenditure so far (inclusive of electrical appliances) is estimated to hover at the 2k mark. *Not bad at all for a first timer.* --> *See what I meant about being HL?*
More updates coming soon.
===
As the new address is only a stone throw away from where the little rascals live, I was able to pop by more often.
They are a handful and constantly up to some little tricks that can leave you look like a Chershire cat at the end of the day. Of course when they bawl, they really can BAWL. *covers ears*
===
It was a nice surprise to receive an email from a long time friend. Apparently this friend of mine have gone overseas, which I was totally unaware of. But then again, I have been often IN and OUT of the country so often and for extended periods since my ORD days, that I am still dangling off the hook.
===
Another few more days, my children will be coming in. In case I get blank looks from the other end of the readers, I mean to say my felines are coming in.
There will be a boy - Socks, one gal called Sara Lee, one more gal named Snow (I named her :P ) and one more three legged fella - Sushi.
That will be a great compliment; I will having Sushi with Sara Lee and probably end up having Snow all over my Socks. Hmm... it rhymes right?? Am I good?? *self pat on the back... Well Done!*
No worries... all of them are sterilised and I will not have to end up having little platter of feet before I hear mine coming.
Pictures will be due soon in coming editions.
This is your *yawning* editor signing off. Come back for more updates.
The Editor was away doing part time plumbing, part time cleaner, part time coolie, part time time "auntie".
Shifted into the new house on the 3rd Dec and my laptop was only unpacked on the 5th, with a day waiting for the broadband to be transferred across to this new address, as well as activation of the telephone line.
So right now in the wee hours of 07/0300 local time, 06/1900 GMT, multi-tasked myself hitting away the keyboard furiously; while reading through friends' blogs and emails; all in the comfort of the humming air-con behind me *arhhhhhhh.... so shiok*
Of course, the queen size bed is calling for my tired body, but then I am wayyyyyy overdue for this paper and resists all attempts despite the lullaby. *yawnz*
===
The house is almost done up. Almost... Being an old apartment (20 something) and the lack of maintenance showed in many places, hence the need for the editor to put his fingers down and exchanged for the adjustable spanner and mops.
Being a barely furnished unit, the role of being "auntie" had to be taken on despite the overwhelming tasks to be completed. Strutting between the E-shop, the N-shop and all DIY shops in the vicinity, I got around fairly quickly. I brought my mum around and she was completely awed with the hair salons, medicine halls and what-nots shops that are available in the neighbourhood. There are five coffee-shops around, cooking at the moment is temporarily not needed. *Alas... no chance to show off my (passable) culinary skills* --> *Editor is a itsy bitsy hao lian*
The landmark I-shop in Alexandra and the D-shop in IMM building became my constant hangouts for the past two weeks. As most of the accessories in the house was purchased from these two entities, my overall expenditure so far (inclusive of electrical appliances) is estimated to hover at the 2k mark. *Not bad at all for a first timer.* --> *See what I meant about being HL?*
More updates coming soon.
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As the new address is only a stone throw away from where the little rascals live, I was able to pop by more often.
They are a handful and constantly up to some little tricks that can leave you look like a Chershire cat at the end of the day. Of course when they bawl, they really can BAWL. *covers ears*
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It was a nice surprise to receive an email from a long time friend. Apparently this friend of mine have gone overseas, which I was totally unaware of. But then again, I have been often IN and OUT of the country so often and for extended periods since my ORD days, that I am still dangling off the hook.
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Another few more days, my children will be coming in. In case I get blank looks from the other end of the readers, I mean to say my felines are coming in.
There will be a boy - Socks, one gal called Sara Lee, one more gal named Snow (I named her :P ) and one more three legged fella - Sushi.
That will be a great compliment; I will having Sushi with Sara Lee and probably end up having Snow all over my Socks. Hmm... it rhymes right?? Am I good?? *self pat on the back... Well Done!*
No worries... all of them are sterilised and I will not have to end up having little platter of feet before I hear mine coming.
Pictures will be due soon in coming editions.
This is your *yawning* editor signing off. Come back for more updates.
December 01, 2005
Little Red Dot Press - Brain *almost* dead 30 Nov 2005
Day N of Ex Flying Swallow - Two more bookcases and I am done. Forgive me what day of the Exercise; I have lost track amidst the moving of barang barang, running through my Task-to-Do list and what nots.
Today was also the latest that I stayed; perhaps the motion of fixing up furniture got the better of me or my hands to be exact. I gotten down to complete the wardrobe, the sofa, one comfortable chair, one coffee table (which dawned on me later it can serve as my TV rack - cost control in process and plenty of hassle to search for a nice one to compliment the whole deco of the house); one bedside table.
*Editor away for 5 mins - to soothe my aching hands*
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I am losing my touch, probably have not got down to do these hands-on tasks for a long time. While at work, I hold the pen more often I hold the screwdriver. Hence explains my aching hands.
Christmas is coming round the corner, even the Chinese stations are hyping up the issue. Of course the airwaves are filled with subtle messages of giving, giving.
But the irony is how much of these messages get drummed into our thick-skulled y-generation?
My friend cum house mover mentioned to me that some garment skoolah had the bright idea of planting the tallest Xmas tree on Mt Faber, a stone throw from where I live now.
No wonder, I was wondering to myself what bloody structure it was. How horrendous looking it was and not to mention, how much taxpayers money wasted on such sheer display where the money can be better used somewhere.
A close friend enquired about some orphanage I had visited in Thailand some years ago. I replied him and the memories of those kids came back to mind.
Reminds me that I am wayyyyy overdue to visit them, or I can do with short trip to one in Bangkok. I have to do some linking up here and there before I can sit down and plan the whole works again..
That will come after I finished with the house first. *chuckles*
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So much for this edition. Stay tuned for more.
Today was also the latest that I stayed; perhaps the motion of fixing up furniture got the better of me or my hands to be exact. I gotten down to complete the wardrobe, the sofa, one comfortable chair, one coffee table (which dawned on me later it can serve as my TV rack - cost control in process and plenty of hassle to search for a nice one to compliment the whole deco of the house); one bedside table.
*Editor away for 5 mins - to soothe my aching hands*
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I am losing my touch, probably have not got down to do these hands-on tasks for a long time. While at work, I hold the pen more often I hold the screwdriver. Hence explains my aching hands.
Christmas is coming round the corner, even the Chinese stations are hyping up the issue. Of course the airwaves are filled with subtle messages of giving, giving.
But the irony is how much of these messages get drummed into our thick-skulled y-generation?
My friend cum house mover mentioned to me that some garment skoolah had the bright idea of planting the tallest Xmas tree on Mt Faber, a stone throw from where I live now.
No wonder, I was wondering to myself what bloody structure it was. How horrendous looking it was and not to mention, how much taxpayers money wasted on such sheer display where the money can be better used somewhere.
A close friend enquired about some orphanage I had visited in Thailand some years ago. I replied him and the memories of those kids came back to mind.
Reminds me that I am wayyyyy overdue to visit them, or I can do with short trip to one in Bangkok. I have to do some linking up here and there before I can sit down and plan the whole works again..
That will come after I finished with the house first. *chuckles*
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So much for this edition. Stay tuned for more.
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