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title: Finals.
time:  With the impending finals, stress levels are at an all time high. My first paper is in less than a week. Falling on a Saturday, its only 2 more days to prepare. My attempts to process information results in a very tired brain. As such, taking time off to go for an afternoon walk, is nothing short of a much needed breather and relief from the hustle and bustle of being a student. Take time off the books to relax peeps! We need all the relaxation possible in this frenzied period. *END* title: Halt.
time: I was going to post something extremely emotional but i realized my dedication and decision to remain happy would be broken. So i shall shift it someplace else. title:
time:  Why hello there, do you like the fancy new growth I've procured for my mouth? & yes, to answer your unasked question. I am weird like that. *END* title: Fortune Cookies.
time:  I remember cracking open my first fortune cookie and looking at its contents with much excitement. "Make Friends Not Foes". I noted that down mentally while observing the quirky Spongebob staring at me chirpily from the plastic wrapper. It was a good day. (: PS: It reminds me of one of my all-time favorite movies "Freaky Friday". *END* title: Pshaw. (:
time:  If there's something that's missing from Singapore, its usually the preservation of beautiful heritage. Its almost a rarity to find untouched areas of authentic pieces of history and culture. Im doubting the authenticity of this area, but if it is, my humblest apologies. ------------------------- Well, it was sunny, I was wearing my new circle skirt and carrying my new satchel bag. Couldn't resist getting a shot, post-audition (which I was rejected from), looking rather silly with a thick knit coat in my arms despite the radiant sun. *END* title: Dreamers Do Not Finish Last.
time: If you haven't already checked out Joe Hill's amazing artwork at Bugis. What are you waiting for?  His famed 3D artwork has a global reach and the man himself remains humble and fun. Preferring to keep a low profile, it was pretty tough catching a glimpse of him. Imagine my joy when he agreed to take a photo alongside me and Yam! His passion and attitude towards his artworks really makes me aspire and long for a dream of my own. Be it food, art, photography or writing, I wish to be able to channel this same passion and fun loving attitude towards my future job. Naive I know. But many have done it. Why not me? title: Artease.
time: Well, it seems Jeanie is about my most loyal reader so I dedicate this post to her. Hahaha. :D Well, tried out Artease somewhere last month? Been hearing loads of rave reviews about it and was dying to try it out. It was a cooling day with slight drizzles but not cold enough to avoid a refreshing cup of bubble tea! (: Popped by the shop tucked away at the corner of the Esplanade. Loving the adorable illustrations on the wall. If i could print them on T-shirts, i'd wear them with pride. :D Well, first things first, the cup was HUUUUGE! Really generous portions so props to them. :D Loving the blend of the caramel and the milk tea that was rather artistically left separated for the consumer to shake at will. The smooth transitioning gradient between the two delicious colours begged for a photo to be taken, what else is to be done than to oblige? ;]  The illustration below is an example of the quirky humourous and yet ridiculously adorable ones that can be found adorning the walls of the shop. It was like love at first sight. Really have to admire the creativity of the artist for designing such unique characters. This one below reminded me so much of a queer amalgamation of Jeanie's lehbits and Dango (sweet sticky Japanese rice flour dessert)!  Only pity was the melting of the ice much later on, greatly dampened the flavour of the tea. Its best to consume at a constant speed to prevent this from happening. The pearls were really quite chewy and appetizing. And best part was the serenity of the shop and the quick and friendly service. Definitely going back for more in time to come. Do check out their Monster cup bubble tea which is enormous! Imagine the size of your head? And elongate it slightly then widen it around 3-5 cm on both sides. Yea, that huge of a cup. :D Check it out if ya guys have the time yea? (: *END* title: Shiraz Kebabs
time: Havent done a food post in awhile. Decided to salvage my dying blog with tantalizing photos of delectable noms in the midst of the night. Yes I'm queer that way. --------------------------------------------- Well, here's Shiraz, located outside Takashimaya and Hilton Hotel. Conveniently perched along the bustling Orchard Road. It appears in the form of an open bar concept of sorts. The Takashimaya one offers more seatings though usually more crowded, went to try the one situated opposite Delfi (Outside Hilton Hotel) instead. Smaller and less seats but far more serene. With the setting sun and scatterings of people about, we settled for a bite at this interesting eating spot.  Shiraz, as far as i know, they have outlets in the UK, London as well. The meat, though I can't confirm, should be halal. Though they do serve alcohol. Its pretty authentic with the succulent thin slices of meat skewered in 3 large stacks in front of you. Rotating and teasing you with its juiciness and robust colours.  Ordered a serving of Lamb and a serving of Chicken kebab. With a set meal to complement one. The set meal consists of a drink of choice and fries (really awesome fries i must add) Pretty affordable with everything falling under $30. One is able to select from a variety of greens to be placed in the kebabs, pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, the list goes on. Carnivores are more than welcome to skip the dreaded greens. You're able to complement your kebab with 2 sauces. Personally, I've always felt sauces mask the true flavours of food especially meat, and usually keep them to a minimal. I stuck with their recommended Garlic Yoghurt sauce and nothing more. Its light, slightly greasier than i'd prefer with a tinge of sourness. Pretty easy on the palate. Think I might go for hummus sauce next time.  Its evident the Beef is their best seller with a steady stream of customers requesting for the highly demanded juicy meat. Would definitely go back to try next time. Especially loved the fact that they lightly grilled the kebabs before serving to create a nice fluffy and crispy texture and warmed meat. You could choose to add cheese at a slight extra cost, but be warned it only makes the kebab greasy and pretty hard to finish or as we Singaporeans would say, gelak. D:  The portions are exceptionally generous and upon request of sauce to complement the fries (which i must emphasize are really very delicious and crisp), the chefs are more than happy to give generous dollops of any sauce from the condiment bar. Is it filling you might ask? We were stuffed and that's a giant understatement. Even the usually bottomless pitted yam was full which is saying quite alot. Well, bottomline is, this place is certainly worth giving a shot. In terms of food and service and perhaps even ambiance, its a unique and delicious alternative to the usual run of the mill cuisine found along Orchard Road. (: Afternote: Whoa, that was surprisingly relaxing and enjoyable to blog about. Wonder if anyone took the time to read it through. Hahaha, if you did, well done my good anonymous friend. (: Go try out some awesome food. ;] *END* title: Meow.
time: 1:03 AM  Its quite impossible for a cat not to be photogenic. They are, in my opinion, nature's way of presenting the epitome of beauty. This feisty one is commonly seen lounging outside the doors of this particular shop in Haji Lane. Absolute beauty indeed. (: Passed by it when it was taking a late afternoon slumber yesterday. :D title: Hidden Beauty.
time: Been awhile since I took this photo. But yea remembered about it and decided to muse. Well, its almost a rarity to find such an untampered area of green. With the sole linear pathway of gravels and rail tracks. Simple yet beautiful.  Its almost breathtaking to find an area as such these days. Oh how deprived we are. ): And even this seemingly untainted area has been poisoned with the lone plastic bag. Innocently hiding in the background. Ah, humankind what have you done?  When I returned to this very spot a few days ago. The rail tracks were removed. With the removal of the station, the need for tracks is diminished.  Goodbye rare beauty. title: Poofy.
time:  As some may already know. Poofy is gone.. He went out for a walk around a week ago in the wee hours of the morning and never returned. I held out my hopes that he would come back thinking it was just another hunting adventure.. Yam reckons he may have been catnapped and i shall not think of what other ill fates could have befallen him. ----- Having watched poofy grow up from a mere newborn kitten mewing helplessly in hunger and barely able to walk into this mischievous huggable fat cat that I have come to love and care for so much. I am, beyond sad that he's gone. Its not the same going over to see his basket empty to see his spot under the piano devoid of presence. To see his favourite toy monkey missing.. ------ I miss him dearly, more than i've ever cared for an animal before. & i just pray that he's doing alright.. whereever he may be. though a part of me, still keeps that hope that one day, he might still return. ): title:
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Was at a loss of what to blog about and hence, gonna show off my cookie monster nails from eons ago. HAHAHA! (: Pain in the arse to do on the right hand. Shan't attempt it again. --------------------------------- Assignments have been getting the better of me. With my terrible procrastination. But thankfully i've been able to keep up. Shall attempt more readings later. & i did cover a good amount of Decline and Fall yesterday afternoon. -------------------------------- Today, I am gonna fast. (: Hahaha! This time, i shant cheat with sweets. Its gonna be a good old fast till 7.15. Good luck my tummy! Please stay strong for me! *END* title: Joyful Awakening
time: Woke up to a delightful email! I've been accepted for the Radiopulze CCA in school! (: Ecstatic beyond belief! Now my CCA-less worries are over. I anticipate this new change in my school life. I pray for the strength to overcome this bold step in this new untouched direction. May I become a confident speaker and person! (: title: Ramblings #1
time: Been spending the days catching up with friends both new and old. I'm glad that remnants of myself is still there as i talk to all these people. Talking to Amanda today, she once again reminded me that she's one of the few among all of us who have not changed since Primary school. (: And that she was happy because she's alright with herself the way she is. It got me thinking, why do we change? I am acutely aware of the stark change and transformation that has occurred to my emotional, mental and physical being. Heck, its gotten to the extent that people whom I've schooled with for 4 years are unable to recognize me when I walk past them. I changed, because i wasn't happy with myself. I knew, my inner and outer being were equally displeasing to the eye. I was unkempt and quiet beyond belief. Refusing to socialise outside of my circle, refusing to smile. Grouchy and insecure and constantly in a self entrapped sulky cycle. I remember telling myself that I had to change. I aspired to smile everyday, irregardless of my feelings. I aspired to laugh gaily as though i hadn't a care in the world. And i remember, I got hurt as a result of my aspirations. I remember how despite the teasing and ridiculing, I forced that smile to continue. Because, everyone likes happy people. I told myself to gain friends i should continue smiling and continue laughing. And now, with time, I learned that smiling all the way doesn't earn me the friends that I deserve. Yea, i smile, yea i laugh, but only when im happy. (: No longer would I falsify those emotions. I dont deserve that. & its about time i learned. ----------------------------- Is it wrong to care about my appearances? What defines the boundaries between concern for appearances and pure vanity? Or perhaps both are interconnected and there's no clear boundary anyway. I've spent my years understanding that the more you care about superficial appearances, the more people are willing to approach you. Its a cold hard fact but unfortunately true. & try as we may to deny, the ugly truth always rears its head in the end. |
