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Happiness is knowing I'm in love with someone who is as equally in love with me =)

I was having lunch with a colleague and our topic veered towards success. Just what is deem as success? What is your definition of success? I feel that one's definition of success defers according to how we are brought up, what we are exposed to in our life. What I feel is successful may not be what you view as successful. I was sharing with her my own opinion, how my views on life have changed over the years. In the past, my definition of success is being able to work at the tallest building I've set my eyes on in Hong Kong. To the younger me, being literally at the top means being successful, powerful, because only the most successful will be able to afford working there. BUT that was then. When my company moved to Suntec a few years back and I get to experience working on the 41st floor, I realised that it was really all just a number. I supposed what I wanted was just to experience working from the top, and when I was there, I realised that it really was nothi...

I was walking past the rubbish collection area around my house and I recalled some article I've read years ago (sometimes my memory is amazing.. emphasis here is SOMETIMES).. It was a person writing into the forum complaining about the government wasting resources (in other words $$$) renovating a rubbish collection dump. That reader considers that as a huge waste of resources since it is a rubbish dump. One don't exactly need such a nice rubbish bin right? I read that article and agreed with his say for a moment... That is until I realised that the rubbish dump we are complaining the government is wasting money renovating is actually a workplace for some. That thought struck me as I saw a couple of rubbish collectors going about their daily routine. Looking at things from another perspective sure does change how one thinks. I imagined myself in their shoes. Everyday I'm being dump with all the rubbish & shit (literally). It would definitely be nicer if I could have...

Last night I heard the longest silence... Silence so defeaning, I can literally hear my own heart beating... It slowly beating with sorrow, crumbling away, bits by pieces... I'm trying not to let it affect me but it's hard because it means so much to me... The person means so much to me and yet this is happening... Guess the only solution will be to make my heart stronger & harder in order to withstand all these trauma.

How times have changed. They always say that policemen used to wear shorts as their uniform in the olden days, but not anymore. How apt this saying is in describing how things have revolved from the past to the present. It is the same everywhere. As time passes you by, things change. Skycrapers are now the norm, sprouting out everywhere. Things change, so does people and their thinking. I always believe that each individuals have their own way of thinking, their own definition of right and wrong. Some may be agreeable with you, while some may not. But that's why we are called individuals. It is all about tuning your own mindset, whether do you think it's worth tweaking what you believe for the greater good. If you are not agreeable, move on. Why harp on it and make you unhappy? Ok I've digressed... =D Anyways, back to the main topic. How businesses used to be managed may no longer be in context in this new era. Managing the new generation in the workplace may not be...

My eczema is spreading no matter how much medication I have applied... Sick and tired of going through this yet again :'(

Have been lazy to pen down my thoughts though there are so many things running through my mind... I'm the kind that likes to pen it down once the thought runs through my mind, but I have been lazy to log on to the internet.. so as times go by, the feeling is gone too.. If only blogger is able to type as I speak.. =D xoxo, Mabel

I have been feeling really sick and tired of work lately... Not so much on the job scope (it's really mundane and sucky but I'll survive), but rather the people I face daily. These are the people I literally spend the most time with, sometimes even more than my family members. Basing on the number of hours spent in the office, my office is like my second home, and my colleagues like my second family, so it is really important that the work environment is one that I like to be in. I like to be surrounded by positivity, people who are harmless and good natured, people who always look out for one another... but it seems like I'm not really getting much love from those in the office. Not me personally, I still get along well with all, but rather I am sick of seeing one department fighting with another, and people not as helpful as before. In the past we are a small team and we work well helping one another as much as we can. Now after the expansion and merger of departments...

My girlfriend from my band of 'sisters from different parents' is getting married soon.. in 2 weeks time to be precise and boy was she stressed up trying to create her perfect wedding.. We met up for dinner last week and she divulged that she was so stressed over the wedding that she was having constant headaches and blurry visions. When she couldn't take it anymore, she went to see her GP and the first thing the GP asked is whether is she under a lot of stress? She told him that her wedding is coming soon and immediately the GP laughed and asked her: "Why get so stress over your wedding? You should be enjoying it!" When she told her hubby to be about her stress and what the doctor said, he was so worried and that's the first time he realised how stressful my friend was over the wedding. and... he said the sweetest thing ever to her... "Dear... why get so stressed over the wedding? it's just a ceremony, a celebration.. the most important thing is ...

Chance upon this young singer on youtube doing covers and I love her! She's only 13! (gasp!) She's Maddi Jane :) Now... what was I doing when I was 13? Not worth mentioning... hahaha

Dear dear... this is for you =)

My family have a new addition... An extremely adorable little boy (as his aunt, I'm allowed to sing praises about him.. hahaha!) Everyone, meet Ki'ern Ho <3 All this pictures are taken when he is between 7 days to 14 days old. I've been told his a big boy... Wonder what my sister ate during her pregnancy =D What a heartbreaker ;)

Will be embarking my SQ flight to Shanghai soon! In fact, it's only 8 more hours away! ^.^ This trip to Shanghai will be to compete in another dragonboat race. There will be 2 segments to it, long distance of 3km, and short distance of at least 500m. Have been training hard for it just hoping to receive an overseas medal. I'm praying really hard that my team will be able to achieve it this time round. Can't believe time flew pass so quickly! Feels as if it's just yesterday when our coach brought to our attention this Shanghai race =D Not only am I excited about this race, I'm also excited about my first overseas trip with <3! Just can't wait to spend even more quality time with him. =) Too bad I will be missing my nephew's first month celebration on Sunday =( But that's just one more reason to motivate me to win that bloody medal ;) xoxo, Mabel

I like surprises... It shows the thougts and efforts that one put in... I But a surprise is no longer a surprise when one voice it out... It'll even become a dissapointment when you expected it but it's not there... No expectations = No dissapointment What irony. xoxo, Mabel

From: Cheryl Cheang Sent: Tuesday, 6 September, 2011 12:33 PM To: Mabel Cheang Subject:   [name of company]  Phonecalls Dear Reservations Manager, Mabel. I, Cheryl Cheang, the small small marketing executive for [name of company], would be going out for lunch at 12.30pm. As [name of company] has only a small small team, and all my colleagues are out, could you and your team please kindly assist us in the picking up of phone calls? Thank you very much. To show you my appreciation, you may have my first born.   Lukewarm Regards, Cheryl Cheang Marketing Executive PS: This is also why I love my little sista <3 xoxo, Mabel

My new colleague from the Philippines invited me to go Manila for her wedding on 11 Nov 2011! This wedding in the Philippines will be her 2nd wedding ceremony. Her first was held in Singapore, but her husband wants to hold another traditional one in the Philippines on the very special date 11/11/11 just for her. So sweet :) I was really surprised about her invitation as she has just joined the company for only 3 weeks. She mentioned that if she could, she would invite everyone but alas she couldn't :( Even more surprising is that she asked me to be her god-mother! I was shocked when I first heard her say it, but after further clarification, I found out that in the Philippines, the god-mother is like a bridesmaid, just that it is a level higher than a bridesmaid. Wonder why they call it god-mother... hmmm I was really stoked when I receive her invitation and really excited about the idea of attending a foreign wedding.  Was contemplating really hard and I almost ...

Finally got yo read my friend's blog about his proposal/wedding preparation to his girlfriend (now fiancee). So sweet of him. I can really see the effort he has gone through. It's the thought that counts =) http://neosjourney.wordpress.com/ Kai Xiang, a really nice guy like you deserve a really nice woman ;) xoxo

Came across a song posted by my friend and the chorus expresses my feelings for my special someone =) I omitted the rest of the song cus it's too emo liao =P [quote] I want you forever Forever and always Through the good the bad and the ugly We'll grow old together Forever and always Forever and always Through the good the bad and the ugly We'll grow old together And always remember Whether rich or for poor or for better We'll still love each other Forever and always I'll love you forever Forever and always Please just remember Even if I'm not there I'll always love you Forever and always [unquote] I love you M <3 xoxo

Age... is just a number. Time and again I have been proven that age does not matter. Older does not necessary mean wiser. It all depends how the person is being brought up, the environment they are constantly exposed to. Maturity does not come with age though that is the perception people always have. Maturity comes with the events one goes through in life. Compare two 50-year olds together, one always hiding in his cacoon, and the other always being exposed to many elements, who do you think is more matured? Does age matter in this instance? I don't think so. Before you exercise comments, think through yourself. Are you matured enough? ;)

You want the truth, I can give you the truth. But the truth is, can you handle it? Nah, I couldn't be bothered. So what if you knew or not? My life still goes on. :)

Have been thinking about that Agnes B ring since the first time I laid eyes on it a few years ago. Totally regretted not buying it then. It was nothing fancy, very plain in fact, but that's what I like. And also maybe because it's so plain, I couldn't bear to part with the money. Bloody hell... couldn't even find it's picture on the internet :( Not letting it go anymore if I ever find a similar design! xoxo

I'm addicted to this song for now <3

Meet the men in my life...  Without them, my life would have been incomplete. They taught me the meaning of love, a mother's love. It's not always smooth sailing, but never once is it not fulfilling.  Meet Baby :) and Ben :) xoxo

Life's been busy nowadays... Coming 1st August, I will be having new colleagues joining my firm. Things will not be the same anymore... No more 'fooling' around when we have spare time. I'll be having a team of 7 under my care... Hopefully I will be able to step up to the challenge and manage everyone well. Human resources is the most important asset to a company, and among all, I have the most of manage... OMG... I'll not be going Putra for my dragonboat race afterall... Oh well... there's always next time and I do hope my teammates going there can aim for a medal back. What for enter a race if you have no intention of winning? That's what I always believe in. Whether or not you did get a medal is 2 different matter. Most importantly is you have the desire to get one and that is the reason why you compete. If you fail, reflect and climb back up again. That's life. I'm looking forward to Shanghai! I'll be training hard and aiming high. For ...

Oh my gosh... I realised I have been doing quite a fair bit of travelling this year alone. My aim was always to travel out of Singapore at least 3 times a year, and this year alone, I'm doing 2 years worth of travelling! I have been to Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Koh Pah Ngan as part of my Contiki trip, KL for company retreat, Taiwan for DB race and Sydney for work. All just in the first 7 months of this year... Upcoming trips I have planned are to Shanghai and Putra Jaya for DB races.. So all in, I'll be travelling a total of 6 times just this year alone. Think that means next year I can skip all my travels le... As if! =D All this travelling is tiring me out... Hahaha... Couldn't believe I will be saying this at all because travelling is one of my love... Heh. But then again, I will never say no to travelling lah... because it's always exciting exploring new places outside of Singapore :) I realise that when I'm overseas, I'm not that into all the touristy stuff...

Really like this song... Always brings a warm fuzzy feeling to my heart

Dear... Just for you <3

I don't know why... But recently... Tears can't seem to wash away what I am feeling... I am not one who likes to 'force' people. I respect their wishes and do not want anyone to suit me just because it is something I want. It will only mean something to me when it is something we both want. Only when you are ready then I'll be ready :) I am one patient girl ;)

Yeap... I am flying off again! This time round will be to Sydney for work... Luckily I have my colleague to accompany me, else it'll be another boring trip for me... heh. I am lucky Singapore Airlines was having a promotion, hence I got to fly SQ Airbus 360! Woohooo! Here's my flight schedule: SQ 231  02 Jul   SIN (T3) - SYD (T1)  ETD: 0035hrs   ETD: 1020hrs SQ 232  07 Jul   SYD (T1) - SIN (T3)  ETD: 1120hrs   ETA: 1740hrs Am having mixed feelings about this trip because it would mean missing the last 2 dragonboat trainings before the July race :( Oh well... Since I cannot change things, guess I'll just have to go with the flow. xoxo

Heard this song for the first time today and I am in love with it. Dear... this is dedicated to you =) Anywhere you are, I am near Anywhere you go, I'll be there Anytime you whisper my name, you'll see How every single promise I keep Cuz what kind of guy would I be If I was to leave when you need me most What are words If you really don't mean them When you say them What are words If they're only for good times Then they don't When it's love Yeah, you say them out loud Those words, They never go away They live on, even when we're gone And I know an angel was sent just for me And I know I'm meant to be where I am And I'm gonna be Standing right beside her tonight And I'm gonna be by your side I would never leave when she needs me most What are words If you really don't mean them When you say them What are words If they're only for good times Then they don't When it's love Yeah, you say them out lo...

I am a Gemini and am supposed to be difficult to tie down. I used to believe so... That is until I met him. He is my only exception. My friends always tell me that when cupid strikes, you yourself would not even realise it. It just happens and most of the time, you really don't know how it happened. "Love will come when you don't go looking for it", that's what they always say. Now I truly grasp the meaning of that. It is difficult finding someone whom you can be really comfortable with. Someone whom you can rely on, trust, love and not to mention communicate well. All I can say is I'm at peace with myself and have never ever felt happier :) xoxo

Every single day, all I want is just to place my hand in yours and lean on your shoulders :)

Was at the ktv with my DB pals in Taipei and while they sang Jay Chou's song, I recalled a song that I really really like. It's the simplicity of the song and the feelings it evokes that really make me all warm and fuzzy inside when I listen to it. It's the guy's small small actions that makes things so tian tian mi mi =)

There are so many songs that I love... Just want to do a short post to showcase some of the songs that represent the different genres I love :) My favourite song since young. Heard it once when my dad played it on the CD player, and it is love at first hear (if there's such a thing.. haha!) xoxo

Had my dragonboat team's water time trial today. I have to say I am very happy and pleasantly surprised by the timing I have achieved ^.^ I shaved off 17 seconds from my previous record achieved last year =) I had set a personal target hoping to complete the time trial in less than 2 minutes and I did it! It is one of the best feeling in the world achieving what you set out to achieve. I guess this became another motivator for me to work even harder to break my current timing for the next time trial. I am also very happy for those team mates of mine who have beaten all their past records. Seeing them happy in what they have achieved makes me happy too! =) Kiyah Splashh Woooosh! <3 xoxo

My colleagues and my sister wanted to sabo me for my birthday and boy it work!  I was high after drinking a few cups of vodka + 1 waterfall + 1 shot. Totally high after that waterfall which I was told was not strong at all. Bullshit! That's all I can say -.- It's also the first time where I let go of my emotions and bawled like a kid. Seriously? I cannot stand myself! Cannot believe I am one of those gals that cry after drinking way to much... and to prevent that from happening again, I am so NOT gonna over-drink ever again. Oh yah, they pulled me up onto the bartop as well -.- Some pics from that fateful night to share =D