Hello! loves us :)

If you have me on your Facebook, you would have known by now that Hello! Magazine Malaysia published one photo from our wedding :)

It was certainly a beautiful moment just by looking at the pictures. Just close friends and us.

Thank you, Natasha for submitting this.

XOXO,

theRascal

The Many Yes's

Many times in our lives, we say "yes" to many different things.

On this day, exactly a year ago, I said "yes" to one of the most important things in life.



Thank you, Darling. You always make things very beautiful and easy for me. I look forward to living our lives, as husband and wife ... may we still hold hands like lovers do even after we celebrate many wedding anniversaries together; go through the many challenges in life ... and thank you for accepting me for who I am.

I love you. :)


XOXO,
theRascal

The Best Gift

This is a bit backdated. Sorry. I'm just having too much in my life right now *talking like a celebrity konon*

Hehe just kidding. I'm just not so consistent anymore with my blog.

SORRY! Please love me more!!! *desperate*

Anyway, a day after my wedding, both Darling and I went back to my apartment to pick up my cousin, who flew all the way from Melbourne, just for my wedding. Imagine the poor girl, who had never taken budget airline before, took a 6 hour flight despite having organizing an event for her University the night before. AND, she bought the air-ticket using her savings *tears*

What did I do to deserve such a good cousin?

Both Darling and I decided to bring her out for a really good dinner before fetching her to the airport. I hugged her good bye and nearly cried for the 2nd time.

First time was when I was reading this little photo book that she created just for us as a wedding present.

Look! Pictures of my favorite people on Earth! :)

I don't think I am who I am without my family. My cousins have never been my extended family. They are my family. They are who I am.

There are always only laughters and us chatting loudly when we're together. I guess it's the bond.

Our parents have raised us so close together. We spend our school days and weekends looking forward to go to our grandmother's shop (named Ang Brothers, run by my grandfather and his brothers). Because all my cousins would be there.

We play all sorts of games together. You name it. Boy games, girly games ... and also a lot of times at the beach half an hour drive away in my grandfather's Buick. He has the coolest car on Earth and I love to see how he drive. That's why I always go to the front seat :)

I wish I would have the opportunity to raise my little ones like how my uncles and aunties raised us. So we won't just be extended families.

I teared as I was turning the pages, filled with messages and pictures of them. Something I would always remember and keep close to my heart. Nobody would understand how I feel except me and my cousins.

Oh here below, is a special present from my dear friend who flew all the way from Dubai just to attend my wedding.

I have very good friends :)

And this one below, is a patchwork blanket hand sewn by my tuition student's grandmother. *tear eyed*

What did I do to deserve such beautiful people in my life?

I promise to cherish people around me more. Laugh more. Smile more. Cheer more.

Because like what my dad always like to say "when you're happy, I am happy" :)

XOXO

theRascal

The Night

We were lucky to have to chance to spend the night at the Suite on complimentary after our wedding.

It was truly a haven for honeymooners who wouldn't mind spending on hotel rooms.

Take a
look!


Oh those are my wedding shoes. Since I looked high and low for affordable custom-made shoe for my little feet (seriously, so hard to find my size that fits perfectly!), I should post them here. Hehe




We figured we won't have time to sit down and feast on our wedding dinner so we ordered room service!



I was frantically looking for the food when it came. Only to find that the food was kept warm in that little compartment at the side! Awesome :) or call me sua ku. Whatever *roll eyes*









We had a very good view of the city centre from the 28th floor :)



And yes, my blossoms that day consist of all my favourite flowers and colours!



p/s: only blogging them now because I just downloaded an awesome app on my iPhone! Can upload videos too!

XOXO
theRascal

The Big Day

Dear Diary,

It is every girl's dream to be on the carousal. I had a wooden one given by my best friend. The carousal tells a lot of stories about my life.

On the horse, I'll listen to the musical playing in the background. It brings me back to my fondest memories. I'll reminisce the times I spent with my grandfathers; my grandmother's dishes and my mother's jokes. The ride goes up and down slightly, like how life is ... somehow or rather, it'll stop and bring you back to a destination you never thought you'll arrive at.

It tells a lot about my life and how life should be.

On the 14th of May, I never thought it'll be the most significant day of my life and was so lucky to be able to share with the people I truly admire and care about. They were all there for me.

It was a very beautiful day. The weather was treating us well. The sun was shining so bright throughout the day.

My day started early with me getting all made up at 5.30am. The artist was recommended by my friend, Karen, whom she uses for most of her shows. I was very lucky.

Darling's sister arrived early at my place, telling us that the bridal car did not turn up. I was shocked but surprised that I didn't panic. I told myself that things would somehow fall into place and that I was blessed enough to have this day come true.

We had lots of fun.
Or at least, my friends and family had the most fun challenging the groom. :)

While I was kept in the room in suspense and under great hands of Derrick Cheong, as my grandmother and sister looked on.


It would always be our wish to have our families around when we graduate, get married or when a newborn arrives.

I was truly happy to have both my grandmothers with me and I could sense the blessings from God, my grandfathers and uncles.


I always asked myself if this is all true and if I was that lucky? I could just thank everyone again and again the whole day.


I also had the chance to sit down and have some portrait shots with my childhood & best friend in the world. I knew her since I was a naive little girl and if there're any hidden secrets, she'll be the first to know :)

I told my fantastic photographer from Jon Low Studios to capture as many candid shots as possible. I love candid moments. It brings out the true laughter and natural expressions that tells a lot of story.

But in honour of our bridal party and best men, we had to take more portrait shots with them in their best suits.



I love all of these shots. Don't you?

These pictures tell a lot.

I could still remember the vow I read and words uttered during our solemnisation.


And how he kissed me that day when we posed for the photographer


And how both of us smiled when we saw all the beautiful people present that night when we walked down the aisle.


Look at my dad. He was smiling all day :)


My mother was enjoying herself and it was her first time getting all made up for an event

p/s: that was our fantastic emcee for the night, who made everyone cracked up with laughter.


And when all my relatives could turn up at the very last minute.

See how things fall into place? Don't worry too much :)


And when I had the honour of my tuition student drawing my wedding logo, I put it up high on the stage and all other stationary that night :)


This day would not fade, but it'll always stay in our souls forever.



I hope I made my family proud.


XOXO,
theRascal

Beautiful Day

They called it the pretty wedding.

Our big day came and go. Like they said, weddings are beautiful occasions. Now, I believe that it is indeed true.

It is beautiful because we had everyone we love with us that day.

It was so perfect because when we signed the papers and read our vows, it was with the blessings of everybody. I could see our parents smiling from ear to ear, my aunties and friends tearing in the eye ... and my husband standing in front of me with a smile on his face.

It was surreal.

When we walked into the ballroom hand in hand, along with our ring bearer and flower girl, many people cheered us on.

I saw the beautiful flower decorations. All in my favourite bloom and shades of colour.

The dessert bar was a hit. It was so pretty everybody was so afraid to munch on them :)

We're both truly blessed. As many times as I can say this, we would like to thank everyone for being with us that day. It was a long but very beautiful day. Some day when we think and look back, we'll only smile and miss all the beautiful little moments we had.

Last but not least, a big thank you to our wedding planner - Natasha from The Peak Xperience; Jon Low & Erric from Jon Low Studios for capturing every emotion in candid; Derrick from Pick A Brush for making sure that I look my best; and of course, our family and friends, for being with us in every single step we take.

I'll share more pictures of our day when I get them from our photographer. The Studio told us that it'll only be in July *faint*

It's a torture because we love his photos so much! I saw them on his camera and I nearly cried. His photos are full of true emotions, and was a bonus when he got to put in natural light that made all of us glow :)

Here's the tease of pictures Jon put in a slideshow to be played during our wedding reception.

Enjoy~

I'm officially back to work tomorrow. Like the rest of my cousins, we're all having withdrawal symptoms. We had so much fun together it was better than a Chinese New Year gathering! I think they had extra more fun than me because more than half of the time, I was busy going around everywhere.

XOXO,

theRascal

The Food

As you know, on my birthday, we went for food tasting at the hotel.

By the way, how old am I? 26? 27? I lost track. I was asking myself this question when I woke up today. And so I did the math by taking 2011, minus the year I was born. And tadaa! I have my age. wtf

OK I lost track again.

Alright, anyway, I just got the photos from Darling over the weekend and I was so happy to see beautiful photos. Happier when I took that with my family. :)


Look at the beautiful cake that the fiance has prepared for a surprise that night :)



It was a very yummy ice-cream cake! My first ice-cream cake ... dream of having it for the longest time :)

Love of my life

Love of my life

Love of my life too :)

We were on the screen!

XOXO,
theRascal

Is it the end of March already?

Time flies~

Not many things has happened in March. It's just the weeks that flies by. The big day is in a month and a half's time!



What is it like to be walk down the aisle?
How does it feel wearing a dreamy wedding gown?
What does it feel like having my dad walk down the aisle with me?
What does it feel like having everyone's attention?



I always like to have the attention of my students in class. But I've never had EVERYONE's attention on me before. I'm definitely not used to having all my family members and relatives showering 100% on me.

I have so many things planned for the big day. At the same time, I kept telling myself that nothing would be perfect. As perfect as what I would like it to be, there will surely be something that is bound to happen. Last minute drop-outs, calls, things to attend to ... but you know what? I'll just enjoy the day as how it would turn out to be. I told my wedding planner that she'll make all the decision and should there be any important clarifications to do, just ask Darling. He has always been the major decision maker. I'm bad in making decisions. I'm mostly fine with anything he says anyway. :)

Anyway, let's roll on and have fun!

XOXO,
theRascal

In The Making of The Portrait

Sorry for the lack of updates!

Here's another quick one.

I took 3 days of annual leave to do something I see as enjoying, exciting and very important in my life - The Pre-Wedding Photos!

All photo credits to iPhone 3GS *wtf* and of course my beloved fiance, Mr D.



It was a very rainy and gloomy day on our 2nd day of photoshoot. The photographer insisted that we postpone, but I persisted to continue taking the shots and photoshop the clouds later!



I need to get on going with the delayed work piling up on my shoulders and also the handover to the new position :) Wish me luck!


I'll be going over to The Lion City on Wednesday night :) Hopefully I get to update again before I fly.


If not, Merry Christmas, peeps!


XOXO,
the Rascal

Dressing Up

It was really fun playing dress up with mom at the boutique at Sri Hartamas.

Daphne from IVORE was definitely very helpful (and patient) by slowly recommending dresses, materials and different colours to suit my mom.


My mom is one special person. She could handle a full class of children with special disabilities every single day at school, but when it comes to traffic and shopping (especially fashion), she has the least amount of patience. Really!

I wonder how is mommy loving Japan? I hope to visit that part of the world one day. The Japanese people and culture really captivates the heart of many in the world.


XOXO,
theRascal

The Picture

I can't describe how exciting it is, to finally come to this stage of planning the wedding, where I will be meeting one of the important/key people to make a wedding magical.

Yes. Magical.

The photographer.

I won't be having videographers to help capture the moment. Thus, I was quite happy that Darling said yes to hiring a photographer that would be able to take candid-moment-shots. Beautiful photos to bring out feelings. So that after 20 years, when we're old and weary, and when we are lucky to have time to reminisce the moment of our wedding, we have these beautiful photos to refresh our memory.



I'll be meeting the master of photography, Jon Low.

The Journey from Jon Low on Vimeo.

Let's have our fingers-crossed that he'll be able to work with us on our Big Day, slot us into his very busy schedule.

The fabric for dresses has also been chosen. But in the safe hands of Leong Mama, I have nothing to worry but just think Enough cloth or not? Tired or not? Need some help?


Do you love this cream colour for the bridesmaid? Opinions? :)



XOXO,
theRascal

The Portrait

I was counting down to the day when we have to go to my bridal studio for my gown fitting. This time, it's just choosing gowns for the indoor garden photography.

I called my girlfriends (just trying my luck) if they are interested to be with me. I was so thankful and felt very blessed to have 2 of them, taking half day leaves just to be with me. Sharon, who couldn't join us due to training, came to the bridal studio right after that!

It took us 3 hours to shortlist all the gowns into just 2 for the indoor photoshoot.


I wonder how long would it take to choose 3 more gowns for the outdoor shooting for Photoshoot Day 2?!?!?!!!

Even though my waist hurts so much by the 3rd hour, I had loads of fun. It'd been a long time since I play dress up :)



XOXO,
theRascal

Questions to Ponder

I had my first appraisal today. It's all good :) I achieved more than what was expected, the boss is happy. Both my new boss, a Singaporean, who just came on board earlier this month and my previous boss were very happy. I'm truly grateful to my previous boss. She has been very accommodating and gave me a lot of opportunities as well.

My new boss talked to me for a bit when it came to the "areas for improvement" section. Yah, I know my weakness. "Delegation" is my weakness. I'm not used to having people doing things for me. It has always been me, doing things for others. And I have always been having this mentality of "not troubling people". The new boss said it's time for me to change upon officially taking on to the new position next year :)

I foresee next year would be a very fulfilling year. hopefully not much troubles.


New position. New title. New status. New challenges.


Life would be so mundane without challenges anyway, do you reckon'? :)




On the other note, WHY DO PEOPLE LIKE TO RIDE THEIR MOTORCYCLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD LIKE THAT??




And on a happier note, as I was driving to BU8 to meet the planner, who is so professional in what she's doing, I saw a beautiful little rainbow.

See!


Oh how beautiful. :) A good way to cheer me up after a full day's work.


Happy Thursday, peeps!



XOXO,
theRascal