Off to Bali

I'm off to Bali for a family trip this Wednesday for 4 nights.

The last time I was there with my husband, it was an unforgettable trip climbing the volcano! But I don't think we will be doing that this time since my mother-in-law will be following.

Definitely, a lot of swims in the swimming pool and relaxation :)

XOXO,

theRascal

I would want to remember ...

1. the most beautiful flower basket my husband surprised me on our anniversary

2. that we have to always be happy and no matter what, be thankful

3. I made good friends at the office

4. that I have a very cool best friend one would ever wish for in life

5. my husband always make/find time to have beautiful quiet dinners with me

6. I have a beautiful family and also cool in-laws to be thankful for

Wohoo Singapore

Right after my trip to Perth and my husband's work trip to East Malaysia, we came back on the same day, unpacked and re-packed for our flight to Singapore the following day.

Now I know how my sister feels. It feels shitty having to pack all the time. We were both so tired. And let's not talk about jet-lag, as it happens to her when she flies back from the US.

Anyway, we went to buy some fruits at Meidiya Grocer, a Japanese grocer at Liang Court. I saw this beautiful strawberries that the store-keeper was unpacking from the box. It was so fresh! But, too expensive.

Darling said "of course lar, just flew in via Japan Airlines" while pointing at the stick on the box.

=.= seriously?!?!

Anyway, I told him not to buy.

But as usual, he woke up the next day, went to buy something else from Meidiya and came back with strawberries.

thank you i love you :)

look how beautiful! very sweet too!

In our recent trips to Singapore, we would always end up at Wild Honey. It's now our place to go whenever we're hungry and when we happen to be in Singapore. what am i talking about

We're in love with this place. It's cosy and serves very good food!

He loves the coffee.

And both of us were definitely in love with their homemade bread :)

On one of the nights, we chose to stay at Crown Plaza Changi as we had a very early flight to catch the next day.

To our surprise, our room was actually facing the airport runway!

See that Singapore Airlines plane there? Just outside our window!

The husband was very excited. He loves planes. So, whenever a plane is ready to take-off, he'll stand there observing. Or, predicting if this flight is going to the US/Japan/ etc.

I would join in the excitement, but was more excited that our room was so beautiful!!! =.=

Anyway, I spent an hour in the bathroom soaking myself in luke warm water and a magazine in my hand. Relaxing. That was all I need after so much traveling in a month.

Carpe diem.

XOXO,

theRascal

Perth (for work)

Finally, I'm now blogging about Perth after nearly a month. :S

I know, I've been slacking too much on blogging these days.

If you have seen my Facebook updates, you'll notice that I was in Perth for a few meetings at Murdoch University. My colleague, Saranjit, and I were there to do academic planning for 2013.

At first, I was dragging myself. Simply because it'll be my first time traveling alone after years of holidaying with of course, the husband. He told me that it's time for me to get used to it, especially when I don't have a choice but to travel alone for work. Sad, isn't it?

And then, he found out that he had to fly to East Malaysia for work too! So, we were both away for work those few days. I'm sort of glad that he'll be busy when I'm also busy. At least, he won't feel left out/lonely.

Anyway, I travelled Malaysia Airlines (yay!).

They prompt their menu on their all new touch screens now!

It was all work and meeting our Australian partners within the next few days. Now, we can put faces to names :)

We were very lucky to arrive in Perth, welcomed by such lovely weather. It was a little chilly, windy and sunny at the same time! Just nice for a little tan :)

I made it a point to meet my students. So, we sat in this beautiful place on campus called Bush Court. Under the trees, we chatted. Of course, a lot of student issues to solve for them. I was just glad I could help them.

I asked the students what do they do in Perth as many told me that it is one boring city. So, we travelled to the city and they showed me some interesting sites!

In this picture below, we had coffee at London Court.

Took a beautiful photo at Bell Tower:

It was a very lovely day. A few of them went back to the student village to cook up their own dinner. I decided to stay in the city for dinner since I can't possibly be buying stuff to cook at my place even there's a kitchen. So, a few of my students who wanted to accompany me for dinner stayed on. Awwwww :)

Here are a few pictures of Murdoch University. It is a lovely place.

I was dying to go home. I felt a little homesick traveling without family, especially without the husband. So, even I flew back to KL right after my meeting and a lunch with my students that Friday evening.

We had a final group shot before I board the cab.

AND they really said their good byes. My students are so funny. Very drama too -__-

The taxi driver asked "Are you not coming back again?"

I said "of course, they'll be more trip to Western Australia. It's lovely isn't it?"

:)

See you, Perth. I'll be back. Soon. *as my boss said so last week =.=*

XOXO,

theRascal

Pretty Little Things

People who knows me, would know that I love balloons.

A. lot.

Second year into knowing my in-laws, they knew I would turn up at birthday parties with balloons for the kids.

Even my colleagues know that.

And sometimes, people call me childish. whatever.

I find balloons very pretty. It makes me happy. Besides flowers, balloons would just make up my day. Easily. I love to see them float. :)

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Looking at all these pictures, I wish I have a party to organize right now.

I'll sponsor the balloons. :)

XOXO,

theRascal

Jet-Setting Again

It was a really tiring yet fulfilling day.

Since taking on the managerial role, my team and I have been working hard on the launch of the book that some of our team of lecturers have collaborated with our Ambasador. Involving media partners, sponsors, local celebrities and their fans, we do have a lot to prepare.

I'm really happy and relief that everything pulled through. Most importantly, my boss and the top management (who attended the event) are very happy :D

I have a lot to be thankful for. My boss for the opportunity, colleagues and the team.

It'll be a busy month. I just finished packing my luggage for a business trip in Perth tomorrow. I'll be back on Friday.

Darling will also be busy. He's also leaving to East Malaysia tomorrow until Friday for work.

And when we're back, both of us will take an early flight on Saturday morning to Singapore.

I've got to rest now. I have so much to blog about! I'd been a very fulfilling month so far :)

XOXO,

theRascal

Happy Valentine's Day!

I know, it's a long time since I've blogged.

A lot has happened. Interesting ones.

But anyway, I've been on a few projects since my promotion (yes, I decided to take the challenge).
The Creative Team consisting of lecturers from my department have been working with our brand ambassador, local celebrity - Lawrence Wong, on a book.

The launch will be end of the month and there are so many things to do!
More info about the book here :)

Also, 2 Valentine's Day project with my students, which I'm very excited about :D
I'll let the pictures speak.


Project title: Spread the Love


We cut each and every little piece of heart-shaped papers to save money. Pass it to all students/lecturers to write a V'Day message.

It was in many different languages.
Love has no boundaries :)

Every single piece of little heart has a private message :)

If you take a closer look, you'll see some very funny ones... and also a lot of #foreveralone -__-

We cut some blank ones to decorate the entrance to our staffroom too!

Happy V'Day everybody!

XOXO,
theRascal