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I'm finally going on a holiday this year! What a vast difference this year is compared to last year. I've become domesticated. HAHA. Wonder who can do that to me... well, only that one special person... Anyways, I'm going Bangkok with my DB peeps and I'm getting excited! It was an impromptu kinda holiday as Bangkok is not in my list of to go place. I had a bad experience the last time I was there and didn't get what the hype is about. But then again, it could probably be the companion I went with and the agenda the other time. It was more work then fun. I can't wait to get on that flight and fly away... hopefully I'll come back refreshed! xoxo, Mabel

There are days where I just feel like crying. Today's one of it.

Hi All, Just want to share a small tip with the ladies on how to prolong your manicures if you intend to have one done. I'm not a very girly girl nor very into manicures and stuff, but ever since I chanced upon a gelish advertisement a few months back, I'm kinda hooked. Firstly it's because it is afforable (S$28 per session for gelish) and secondly, it lasted me for at least one month each time I did it, which is VERY value for money to me. The usual manicures I do myself only last a few days max because I'm a very hands on person. Ok, I'm sure many will start thinking "Won't the nails look damn gross with your new grown nail and old manicure?". Well, the secret to it is how to make the growing of your new nails less discreet! It's actually a no brainer to this (ok maybe I just wanna show off my nails lah). Choose a base that is either transparent or very close to your original nail colour. If you are doing french, start off with a thi

Change is inevitable... the time has come for it.

Convo between my super lame colleague and a client. This cracked me up =D From: Reservations Sent: Wednesday, 5 September, 2012 2:19 PM To: 'Jeng Ringor' Subject: RE: Remittance received I’m Mr Min J This is my picture Best regards, XXX XXXX Min Central Reservations Consultant From: Jeng Ringor Sent: Wednesday, September 05, 2012 1:15 PM To: Reservations Subject: Re: Remittance received Hi Min, No worries...I'm Ms Jeng and how about you? Cheers, Jeng On Wed, Sep 5, 2012 at 12:02 PM, Reservations  wrote: Hi Jeng, Awesome, thank you very much. Pardon my rudeness, just would like to find out if you’re a Mr or Ms J Best regards, XXX XXXX Min Central Reservations Consultant

Love is : Trust Faith Commitment Loyalty Honesty Passion Dependability Being there for one another Communication I Love You. xoxo, Mabel

When you are too strict, people will dislike you even when they know you are just doing your job. When you try to be lenient, people take advantage and step all over you, forgetting they have a job to do. Time to find the right balance.

I never knew the day will come where it dawned on me that staying back in Singapore instead of travelling out could be so much fun. Last year I did 6 trips overseas altogether, for work and pleasure. This year, I did none. ZERO. Unbelieveable. I took a couple of long leaves to just relax, and chill. And I returned back to work fully rejuvenised, with no jet lag, dirty laundries to clear whatsoever. Being with the right company counts of course :) I didn't want to travel without my dear by my side, without him sharing the sights, sounds and local tastes. So the only way to do so, will be to 'travel' locally. I did many things that I wanted to eat, do and explore but didn't have time to do. For the first time, I: 1. Tried Cafe Iguana's food (heard rave reviews about it from bestie but didn't get to try) 2. Played LAN games.. hahaha 3. Visited the Botanical Gardens... lovely experience :) 4. Watched 1 and 1/4 movie ;) 5. Picnic-ed at Sentosa and

What's the point of having a committee when you don't do your part and take up your responsibilities or lead the team? It's the same as what for have a management when the management do not want to lead and take responsibilities for the organisation and make decisions? Like seriously?

Love is a leap of faith... The unkown future is scary, but be adventourous and venture into the unkown... We never know what valuable lessons we will learn along the way... Listening to all these love songs from the 60s/70s/80s are warming my heart and stirring something inside. No song is everlasting as those nowadays. xoxo, Mabel

Love this song... <3 Will you sing it for me? xoxo, Mabel

I wish I'm living in an era where the internet does not exist, where people actually do things physically instead of  doing it behind the screen... Where there's nothing to hide. Unfortunately, I'm living in an era where internet and crimes are flamboyant.. That people are daring to do things behind a screen that they would never do in person. With the 'protection' of a screen, the devil inside is unleashed. How I wish things was as simple as the past... ... ...

This mind of mine is thinking too much again. Maybe just maybe... you are not ready...

Read this somewhere... Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets. So, love the people who treat you right, and forget about the ones who don't. Believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get a chance, take it. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said it would be easy... They just promised it would be worth it <3

Planning a team seating arrangement for the competitions is such a stressful and unpleasant job. One have to take into consideration everyone's feelings plus what is best for the team. Don't think there has ever been any win-win situation. I miss being just a rower with no worries and giving my all while rowing for every set. Moreover, my short term memory is not really on my side. 简单有简单的好... sigh, Mabel

Love this comic <3 Baby Wren is soooo cute!

[Quoted from drkellyflanagan.com/2012/03/02/marriage-is-for-losers/] You can be right, or you can be married; take your pick.  I can’t remember who told me that, but I do remember that they were only half-joking. The other half, the serious half, is exceedingly important. This is why. Many therapists aren’t crazy about doing marital therapy. It’s complicated and messy, and it often feels out of control. In the worst case scenario, the therapist has front row seats to a regularly-scheduled prize fight. But I love to do marital therapy. Why? Maybe I enjoy the work because I keep one simple principle in mind: if marriage is going to work, it needs to become a contest to see which spouse is going to lose the most , and it needs to be a race that goes down to the wire. When it comes to winning and losing, I think there are three kinds of marriages. In the first kind of marriage, both spouses are competing to win, and it’s a duel to the death. Husbands and wives are armed with a v

[Quoted from http://www.purposefairy.com/ ] Here is a list of 15 things which, if you give up on them, will make your life a lot easier and much, much happier. We hold on to so many things that cause us a great deal of pain, stress and suffering – and instead of letting them all go, instead of allowing ourselves to be stress free and happy – we cling on to them. Not anymore. Starting today we will give up on all those things that no longer serve us, and we will embrace change. Ready? Here we go: 1. Give up your need to always be right. There are so many of us who can’t stand the idea of being wrong – wanting to always be right – even at the risk of ending great relationships or causing a great deal of stress and pain, for us and for others. It’s just not worth it. Whenever you feel the ‘urgent’ need to jump into a fight over who is right and who is wrong, ask yourself this question: “Would I rather be right, or would I rather be kind?” Wayne Dyer. What difference will that make?

I came to realise, the one person I truly cannot live without in my life is my best friend. I love you Naya!

This song resonates to me right now :'(

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I used to love and believe in this song... now I don't </3

Guys, for your information in case you did not know, it is NOT ok to play with fire when you are already attached. Your girlfriend should NEVER be your 'backup' in case the fire fizzles out. Your girlfriend could easily do the same to you, but there is a reason why she didn't. The most basic element of any relationship is RESPECT and it should be reciprocated. Do not think that after the fire fizzles out, she'll still be there waiting for you with open arms. You are a fool for thinking so. Dream on. And oh yes, karma's a bitch.

I'm tired to hearing words that bears no meanings at all.. afterall talk is cheap. It's executioning what has been said that matters the most. Ever heard of NATO? No Action Talk Only. If something really means a lot to you, you will execute it no matter what, because you know how much it meant to yourself or the other party. By not doing so, it really sayd a lot about how important that task or person is to you. My lesson learnt is to be indifferent about things, not to get too emotionally involved. slowly time after time, my heart has been trained to be made of steel.

10 Things Your Dog Would Tell You....  1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be painful: remember that before you get me.  2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.  3. Place your trust in me- it is crucial to my well being. 4. Do not be angry at me for long, and do not lock me up as punishment. 5. You have your work, your entertainment,and your friends. I only have you. 6. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understands your words, I understand your voice when it is speaking to me.  7. Be aware that how ever you treat me, I will never forget.  8. Remember before you hit me that I have teeth that could easily hurt you, but I choose not to bite you because I love you.  9. Before you scold me for being uncooperative,obstinate,or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I might not be getting the right food, or I have been out too long, or my heart is getting to old and weak. 10. Take care of me when I get old; you t

Had a good training session today... Free from all the stress and outside influence, and focus is all on rowing. Kinda miss this kind of feeling, of rowing without worrying about this and that... But I suppose that's just part and parcel of being a part of a team. Looking forward to many more great training sessions! =) xoxo, Mabel

I am not a big fan of last minute 'surprises' when it comes to work or things that are high at stake. Especially when the responsibilities are high. I love doing things properly right from the beginning, but I realised as I go along, sometimes, things really will not go as planned, so it's up to me to adjust my mentality and go with the flow. And go with the flow I shall... PS: When it comes to fun, I'm all about spontaneity baby! xoxo, Mabel

Have been so fed up recently... At work, at home, even when doing my hobby!!! I really need a break... longing to laze on the beach, basking in the sun, swimming in my own private pool... Where's that beach holiday of mine...? :'(

This song is dedicated to you dear...  Thank you for everything <3 Random note to all: Always remember, before doing anything stupid, you have family and loved ones depending on you to always reutrn back to their side, because nothing is more important than your mere prescence.

These guys really know how to siam -.- From: Fung Min Lim  Sent: Monday, 27 February, 2012 3:50 PM To: 'Mabel Cheang'; 'Cheryl Cheang'; 'Winnie Seow' Subject: RE: Wa Bar on 3 Feb 2012 I'm sorry to have to inform you that your message could not be delivered to one or more recipients. It's attached below. For further assistance, please send mail to <postmaster> If you do so, please include this problem report. You can delete your own text from the attached returned message. < fungmin.lim@xxxxx.com.sg >: 550 5.1.1 < fungmin.lim@xxxxx.com.sg >: Recipient address rejected: User unknown in virtual mailbox table From: Mabel Cheang  Sent: Monday, February 27, 2012 3:47 PM To: 'Cheryl Cheang'; 'Winnie Seow'; 'Lim Fung Min' Subject: RE: Wa Bar on 3 Feb 2012 I have spoken to her and she is EXTREMELY hesitant on the payment, hence kindly pay up! Kind regards, Mabel From: Cheryl Cheang  Sent: Monday

Things are always unpredictable with my sister around... It was a regular day and we're on our way to work. While in the train, she managed to find a seat a few stations later and sat down while I stood in front of her. Then she bbm-ed me this: (Okay, she can be quite vulgar at times and we do like to spew vulgarities at times, especially when some people rudely looks at your screen. Hey, that person is in no position to be offended even if he read this message cus he's NOT suppose to be looking in the first place =D) Guess what? I was the one that just sat down beside her -.- That moment of disbelieve with a mixture of self realisation (that she was actually talking about me all these while) made the both of us burst out laughing. And to think I was puzzled why she said the pregnant/plump lady had sat down beside her when she was still standing a distance away. I love my sis, crappiness and all. xoxo, Mabel

 it's just another regular day..... =D From: Fung Min Lim Sent: Thursday, 23 February, 2012 3:14 PM To: 'Cheryl Cheang'; 'Mabel Cheang'; 'Li Wah Koh'; 'Winnie Seow'; 'Vanessa Lee'; 'Norman Tan'; 'Robin Yap-Contact'; 'Kristine Carriaga' Cc: 'Sheryl Lim'; 'Melvin Loh' Subject: RE: Min Yi Count me in. Wah the word so small.. lai I help u enlarge. Kindly recharge the full amount on everyone’s behalf to mabel cheang. Kthxbye. From: Cheryl Cheang Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 3:10 PM To: 'Mabel Cheang'; 'Li Wah Koh'; 'Winnie Seow'; 'Vanessa Lee'; 'Lim Fung Min ' ; 'Norman Tan'; 'Robin Yap-Contact'; 'Kristine Carriaga' Cc: 'Sheryl Lim'; 'Melvin Loh' Subject: RE: Min Yi I’m in too! Cheers, Cheryl Kindly recharge mabel cheang. Kthxbye. From: Mabel Cheang Sent: Thursday, 23 February, 2012 2:54 PM To:

Spent a very interesting day with dear dear at the Singapore Air Show held at Changi Exhibition Centre. I've never once thought I would be going to the Air Show and I never knew it was such a big event. Truth be told, if it's not for dear dear, I would still be clueless about this event. It was so exciting watching Singapore's fighter planes display their speed and agility in the air. Seeing how the pilots maneuver the planes in the air is awe inspiring. Seriously, I was filled with adrenaline when I saw the planes fly past. I could hardly contain my enthusiasm but it was contained towards the end of the display. Personally, I felt that the exhibition hall is kind of redundant because to be honest, the items on display are for sale and who the hell can afford them other than countries and the ultra rich? You can see the exhibitors being kind of bored too. After all, all the VIPs have already made their rounds on Friday and have bought whatever they have came to buy. T

I was pondering to myself why people say that when you love someone, you couldn't give a reason why you love him/her. If you could give a reason, it just goes to show that you love those qualities in that person, not the person. In the past, I am a firm believer of the latter. That love has no reasons. When reflecting on my own relationship, I was thinking to myself whether is it really true. That love has no reasons. The romantic side of my thinks it's true, while the pragmatic side says otherwise. Here's what I have concluded. I love that my man is dependable, easy going, good natured, positive in attitude and outlook in life, stable. Basically the rock in my life (there's no need for any other rock, seriously). But hey... Lots of men possess the qualities stated above. But none is able to capture my heart like how he did. THAT is the reason I cannot find words to explain. THAT is why I am drawn to him and not any other guys that possesses the same qualities