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"stepping out on my own"
Sunday, March 29, 2009

My beloved Beef Chilli Cheese Fries!





The waffle and various ice-cream flavours that are TO-DIE-FOR! Superb food at Melt at Marina Oriental

Totally could not resist myself from taking these tiny cups of delightfully sweet desserts even though I was extremely full



My newly manicured fingers for the photoshoot







An attempt to provide a peek on what I'll look like in my wedding photos and on my wedding day

The photoshoot today was absolutely fun! Really think we did the right thing signing up with this wedding boutique cos their service is impeccable! The people there are super nice and friendly and I think that's what good service is - not just all smiles and robot-like service, but rather, they make you feel like you're meeting your pals.


Thought the photoshoot was going to be very tiring and boring, but instead totally enjoyed myself today. I think the enthusiastic photog played a huge part in that. He's a funny guy who makes you laugh and feel natural in front of the camera, even though he does make you do funny poses that you'd feel awkward in (I totally can still hear his voice telling me to: "Tilt your head down", "Look up", "Look down", "Chest and butt out", "arch back", "tilt your hip up", "stomach out"...). A true professional as such. Really inspired me and gave me an urge to take on photography, or at least seriously consider it.


Started out in the studio for indoor shots and we actually managed to smuggle our dogs in for the shots all thanks to the help from a great friend. :) Although it nearly didn't materialise cos the security saw us with the dogs and chased us out once. But like they say, never say die, rite?


Outdoor shots started off with Henderson Waves - so many people were there... it was kinda awkward to have so many people watching as we made our way up, and to hear so many people trying to whisper about you, when in fact they're talking rather audibly as they walk past you. And several mentioned "Oh, look, she's wearing slippers!" Yes, most of my outdoor shots were actually done with me wearing slippers. Kinda reminds me of those newscasters who wear shorts under the table.


Moved on to Alexandra Park where 2 other couples were also shooting their wedding shots. Took some on the famous swing as well, before we left there with some mosquito bites.

And last but not least, Sentosa. Headed for Tanjong Beach initially but it was DAMN packed cos of some Beach Fiesta so we had to head over to Siloso instead, ironically. Walked past a camera crew who was there filming this show - Cooking in Asia starring a celebrity chef whose name I can't remember.


So anyways, he stopped cooking as we walked past and congratulated us. We headed past and took our position further down the beach, preparing for the shots when I noticed that one of the camera men was standing a few metres away, camera in hand, shooting us. Yes, I shamelessly flirted with the camera - waved to it once and looked away, but looked back and found the camera man waving at me, so I waved back again. I guess there's my 5 min of fame. It's out in July so if u happen to watch the show, do watch out for our cameo appearance!


Took a couple of photos there, with the sunset and what not before we called it a day and headed back to the studio. I can't wait to see the photos a week later, although that would mean we would have to make tough decisions when choosing the photos. *gulp*


It was a great day - the weather was kind to us and the people were super nice. Strangers, mostly caucasian, even came up to congratulate us and a family on vacation even came up to take a photo with us.


Really, a woman does feel prettiest when she's in a gown and all prepared for her wedding.


Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Today was an interesting day, where I witnessed the marvels of human beings.

For one thing, we don't like it when people criticise our work - it's human nature to defend our own work that we've worked so hard on and sloughed hours on.

But there's another - we don't like it when people show off as well, especially when it makes others' hard work look bad. Going above and beyond is one thing, but by doing so, you've gotta think if you're making others look bad by doing so. Cos if you do, be sure that people will criticise and find fault with what you've done - it's just another aspect of human nature.

I wouldn't have mentioned anything, and I'm sure others wouldn't have as well, if not for the fact that they did what they did. As much as we try to deny it, we all wanna see those on the upper hand fall, at least to the same level that we're at. We like to be homogenous - we generally do not like the rose amongst us, the thorns.

I guess the point is that when you want to be on top, either make sure that you're not making others look bad, or make sure that your work is DAMN good, and so perfect that no one can question it. If not, don't, cos all that extra work results in extra sharp eyes of those watching.

Yes, what my question may seem mean as a criticism to the group, but what I intended was to show how our hard work doesn't pale in comparison, and how we could have easily churned out 10 journals as well, had we taken the path that they had. But then again, their path seemed to be veering out of relevance.

If I were still in poly and my advertising lecturer had a group presenting their work that didn't conform to the assignment requirements, I think the lecturer would have shot them that question if I myself hadn't, and would have given them a big fat F to go with it. Boy, do I miss my harsh poly days.

Well, there's one thing for sure - no matter what, personal attacks are definitely not welcomed.

This is definitely the most interesting presentation that I've been to.

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Had a little movie marathon today... first up,It's a rather funny and sweet romantic comedy. The actors are real and the happenings so hilarious, esp when Jason Segel jiggles his privates at his gf - the look on his face was SO classic! And the quirky characters, esp Aldous Snow, with his unbelievably stupid songs. Great for a good laugh.



Here's a movie that depicts relationships very well - the guy who doesn't pull his weight around at home, leaving it all up to his gf, who's finally had enough. The very things that they argue about hits home - "I don't want you to do the dishes; I want you to want to do the dishes!"


That's just a classic case of how we women want our men to take the initiative and do things for us even without us telling them, and with his refute "Why would I want to do the dishes?!" it's just a clear portrayal of how the men don't get what women want.


But from watching the show, it did make me realise that although I totally understand where Jennifer Aniston's character was going with the arguments, it did seem a little stupid and trivial when it comes from another person, and Vince Vaughn's rebutes, it really made me realise how we sometimes see such stupid things out of proportion, blowing them into huge problems.


It's kinda sad how it all ends, when such a small argument escalates to such epic proportions. But the show does tug at my heart, given the close depictions of life as a couple.



Firstly, kudos to Sean Penn for his superb performance. He's always been able to portray the characters he plays so realistically, making the shows such hits. It's really an eye-opener, the descrimination towards gays and how hard people like Milk tried to fight against it. He was so unrelenting and his words were so powerful. He just oozed of the charm and charisma that someone with a purpose possesses. A sad and touching ending, but a very good show, definitely.



The big match has ended... with a very surprising score of 4-1, with Liverpool taking all the glory this time. Man U just had Too many Vital Errors... gave Liverpool too many chances, which they took without hesitation. Nevertheless, it was an entertaining and interesting game where Liverpool played a great game with great goals.

And I now have a new eye candy!! Since Teves didn't perform up to standard today (cos he's missing his hairband), I've found a new soccer idol who has the power hairband... (see, it makes a difference k?) - Torres!
SOMEONE made it clear that if I ever supported the ENEMY, I'd have to sleep on the floor. So all I can say is - GO SPAIN!



Yesterday was Vodka's 3rd birthday (14 March)... Happy Birthday Vodky!!! Decided to celebrate by bringing him to the dog run. Coincidentally, another 2 dogs were celebrating their birthdays there too and they brought cake. So guess who had a share of the cake thanks to the kind owner?
Yes, the birthday boy had the bulk of the cake but he did share some with his fellow Huskie pals at the dog run... Kino did get into a spate with Shadow, cos he was just taking his own sweet time eating his, and Kino isn't one who will stand by and watch whilst others eat something that she wants. She'd go up for it, no matter the size of the other dog.
So there was a little tussle for the final piece of cake, where all 3 Huskies stared at the remaining cake that Shadow had, waiting for a chance to snatch the bone. And like in all dog and bone games, when two get entangled in the frenzy (i.e. fight), someone comes out with the prize.
A very clever Silver (that's Shadow's bro) swept in quickly amidst the flurry when Kino lurched forward to try and grab Shadow's cake, resulting in him growling back and a small tussle between them.

I didn't even notice that the cake was missing until Danny pointed it out, and pointed out the clever hound who got the cake and ate it. Tsk tsk...




























That's Silver on the left and Shadow on the right





The other birthday pup


We also dropped by town for a short while earlier in the day - wanted to head to Suki Sushi for the buffet lunch, but when we got there, the queue was so freaking long - started all the way from the lift lobby! So we thought we'd be able to do something better with our time and parking fees, so we left and headed to Taka for some food.

A couple of guys on stilts outside Cine


Here's a new food item in Taka - it's pizza in a cone. Yeap, great crispy crust with fillings of cheese and ham and pineapple (for ours cos it's a Hawaiian).