Many things have happened in the 2 weeks that I've been here and since my last post. Part of the reason it has taken so long to put up a post is I still don't have the internet at 'home'. But that cannot be helped, because things have been a little hectic since my arrival in KL a fortnight ago. And it hasn't all been work-related. The moment I touched down in KL, I learnt that my grandfather had just passed away, so it was all a crazy string of events from there. I reported for work on the assigned day, then took 2 days off for the funeral and to recuperate.
I have just finished my first full week at work and it was pretty tiring. Getting up at 6 or 6.30am every morning for 5 days feels really foreign and it will probably take at least a couple of weeks for my body to adjust. In the meantime, there's always coffee :)
I'm slowly learning my way around the crazy streets of this very busy city. SLOWLY. And a couple of my senior-er colleagues play squash. How random is that.
Playing futsal this afternoon. Fun!
Saturday, 27 October 2007
Sunday, 14 October 2007
A New Adventure
I'm off tomorrow for a new phase of my life - professional work. I commence in KL on Wednesday, but will be going to KL tomorrow to spend the rest of the Aidilfitri holidays with my folks and extended family - including a 'cousin' from HK whom I haven't seen for a year. Yay!
Have mixed feelings about leaving. I know it's an awesome opportunity with a good firm, but at the same time have become somewhat attached to the gang here. It has taken me a couple of months to get into the groove, and just when I'm starting to 'get' them and enjoy (most of) the time I spend with them, I have to uproot myself yet again. Last night was my farewell dinner (which turned into lots of drinks), and they arranged for a couple of slices of tiramisu to be brought out (one for me, the other for a birthday girl). It looked gorgeous and I was very touched :)
Sometimes I wish I wasn't so adaptable to my environment; it sucks having to leave.
But bigger and better things await in the brighter city, and I am optimistic about settling in there well, too. I shall attempt to update the blog every few days (perhaps keep up the twice-a-week frequency that I seem to have unconsciously adopted), but I do apologise if this does not eventuate over the next couple of weeks, as there is currently no internet connection available at my future place of residence.
Until next time, take care, peeps. *muah*
Have mixed feelings about leaving. I know it's an awesome opportunity with a good firm, but at the same time have become somewhat attached to the gang here. It has taken me a couple of months to get into the groove, and just when I'm starting to 'get' them and enjoy (most of) the time I spend with them, I have to uproot myself yet again. Last night was my farewell dinner (which turned into lots of drinks), and they arranged for a couple of slices of tiramisu to be brought out (one for me, the other for a birthday girl). It looked gorgeous and I was very touched :)
Sometimes I wish I wasn't so adaptable to my environment; it sucks having to leave.
But bigger and better things await in the brighter city, and I am optimistic about settling in there well, too. I shall attempt to update the blog every few days (perhaps keep up the twice-a-week frequency that I seem to have unconsciously adopted), but I do apologise if this does not eventuate over the next couple of weeks, as there is currently no internet connection available at my future place of residence.
Until next time, take care, peeps. *muah*
Friday, 12 October 2007
The Malaysian 'Astronaut'
How hot is he?? Haha. And he's an orthopaedic surgeon, restaurateur, part-time model...who knows what else?
But the reason for this post is not to gush about him specifically. Rather, it is to talk about an event that occurred last night just prior to the launch of the first Malaysian into space. Many Malaysians gathered at the National/Independence Square to witness the lift-off. There was apparently a huge screen, kind of like the one at Federation Square in Melbourne, and footage of the launch was being showed on the screen. Then, what I deemed a typically Malaysian thing happened. The screen stopped working. *shock! horror!* What do we do now??!
The only other screen available was a small television belonging to the crew of a local network, TV3. Obviously, everyone couldn't crowd around that screen. In the end, for the launch itself, a crew member hoisted the television on his shoulder, and turned on the spot, so everyone could get a glimpse of the launch! I wish I had been there to see it.
But the reason for this post is not to gush about him specifically. Rather, it is to talk about an event that occurred last night just prior to the launch of the first Malaysian into space. Many Malaysians gathered at the National/Independence Square to witness the lift-off. There was apparently a huge screen, kind of like the one at Federation Square in Melbourne, and footage of the launch was being showed on the screen. Then, what I deemed a typically Malaysian thing happened. The screen stopped working. *shock! horror!* What do we do now??!
The only other screen available was a small television belonging to the crew of a local network, TV3. Obviously, everyone couldn't crowd around that screen. In the end, for the launch itself, a crew member hoisted the television on his shoulder, and turned on the spot, so everyone could get a glimpse of the launch! I wish I had been there to see it.
Wednesday, 10 October 2007
2 hours later...
and I look like I stepped into the shower with my clothes on.
We had a mixed futsal session today, and 10 people showed up, so I played and ran my heart out for pretty much the entire period. Reinforcements came in the second hour, but I stayed on the court. Perhaps unconsciously making sure that I get the desire to play futsal out of my system before I move to KL, because who knows when I'll get to play there.
However, I get the distinct feeling that in the morning, I will regret the decision not to wear shinguards for a mixed session, which is what I normally do. I don't mind the shinguards so much, but I do find it hard to run, especially in a long session, with football socks. They get too slippery. So I thought I'd brave it today and just wear short normal cotton socks. But tomorrow I'll look like someone took a stick or metal rod to my shins and even my thighs. I can feel it.
Packing for KL has begun, but I haven't got very far at all.
I have been having a blast the last 2 days, lots of laughs from friends here and from B. From C bum-slapping his imaginary horse, to waving at strangers in the post office, and pink ear muffs, it has certainly been a very entertaining couple of days.
We had a mixed futsal session today, and 10 people showed up, so I played and ran my heart out for pretty much the entire period. Reinforcements came in the second hour, but I stayed on the court. Perhaps unconsciously making sure that I get the desire to play futsal out of my system before I move to KL, because who knows when I'll get to play there.
However, I get the distinct feeling that in the morning, I will regret the decision not to wear shinguards for a mixed session, which is what I normally do. I don't mind the shinguards so much, but I do find it hard to run, especially in a long session, with football socks. They get too slippery. So I thought I'd brave it today and just wear short normal cotton socks. But tomorrow I'll look like someone took a stick or metal rod to my shins and even my thighs. I can feel it.
Packing for KL has begun, but I haven't got very far at all.
I have been having a blast the last 2 days, lots of laughs from friends here and from B. From C bum-slapping his imaginary horse, to waving at strangers in the post office, and pink ear muffs, it has certainly been a very entertaining couple of days.
Monday, 8 October 2007
Busy Bee
Ran some errands for mum today, and also got some things done in preparation for my move to KL.
The first - and I am stoked about this one - is my visit to the dentist. Normally, these are few and as far between as I can help it. I loathe going to the dentist because despite my well-aligned teeth (I'm the only one among my siblings who didn't have to wear braces), there always seems to be some cavity that has to be filled, no matter how well I think I've looked after my teeth. I thought that I'd better have them checked here, lest they pose some problem in KL which would result in an exorbitant consultation fee compared to Kuching prices. So I braced myself for a long sitting in the dental chair. It turns out, the only time I had to sit for a long time was in the waiting room (a 45-minute wait!), and apart from some cleaning, it was all good! No cavities! Probably the first time in my life.
The second was not so much fun. I went for a facial, and despite my feeling that my skin has improved in the last week, the truth was apparently very different. At one stage, the 'facialist' (I wouldn't call them beauticians) applied some cream that dries up and works sort of like a pore strip. The blackheads are meant to attach to it, and you pull them out when you remove the strip. They have used it on me before, across my nose, and there were no problems the last time. Today, however, she applied it all over my face and neck, and upon drying, proceeded to rip the thing off my face! It felt like she was tearing my skin off! And then, she put on some anti-blemish gel that must have some salicylic acid or something with a similar effect on my face, and it just burned and bit and stung! Kinda like rubbing salt in a wound, and decidedly less fun than the trip to the dentist.
I have finally signed the contract that I received in the mail last week, and will be off to KL this Sunday, to commence work on the 17th October. The position has a fairly boring name, and most people have puzzled over why I would want to work in that line, but from what I know of it, it is pretty interesting and dynamic. My immediate superiors were my interviewers, and I am happy that I will be working under them. Now to begin packing, or at least thinking about what I will pack!
The first - and I am stoked about this one - is my visit to the dentist. Normally, these are few and as far between as I can help it. I loathe going to the dentist because despite my well-aligned teeth (I'm the only one among my siblings who didn't have to wear braces), there always seems to be some cavity that has to be filled, no matter how well I think I've looked after my teeth. I thought that I'd better have them checked here, lest they pose some problem in KL which would result in an exorbitant consultation fee compared to Kuching prices. So I braced myself for a long sitting in the dental chair. It turns out, the only time I had to sit for a long time was in the waiting room (a 45-minute wait!), and apart from some cleaning, it was all good! No cavities! Probably the first time in my life.
The second was not so much fun. I went for a facial, and despite my feeling that my skin has improved in the last week, the truth was apparently very different. At one stage, the 'facialist' (I wouldn't call them beauticians) applied some cream that dries up and works sort of like a pore strip. The blackheads are meant to attach to it, and you pull them out when you remove the strip. They have used it on me before, across my nose, and there were no problems the last time. Today, however, she applied it all over my face and neck, and upon drying, proceeded to rip the thing off my face! It felt like she was tearing my skin off! And then, she put on some anti-blemish gel that must have some salicylic acid or something with a similar effect on my face, and it just burned and bit and stung! Kinda like rubbing salt in a wound, and decidedly less fun than the trip to the dentist.
I have finally signed the contract that I received in the mail last week, and will be off to KL this Sunday, to commence work on the 17th October. The position has a fairly boring name, and most people have puzzled over why I would want to work in that line, but from what I know of it, it is pretty interesting and dynamic. My immediate superiors were my interviewers, and I am happy that I will be working under them. Now to begin packing, or at least thinking about what I will pack!
Friday, 5 October 2007
Proof of battles
How do you like my bruise? It was half the size before tonight's futsal session, and nowhere near as dark and obvious.
After a really good futsal session on Sunday, I was really disappointing and disappointed tonight. But I did score some goals and managed to entertain everyone with a supposed corner kick, except that I managed to scoop it straight up so it came right back down in a vertical line.
Thursday, 4 October 2007
It's Finally Here!
My employment contract is finally here. Strangely, instead of lunging for the pen and flicking through to find the dotted line, I find myself a little anxious about signing my foreseeable future away. Does everyone feel this way??
Watches
Still haven't received that contract so I'm not talking about the job yet.
There are many things I could collect. To name a few, bags for all purposes from sport to dinner, rings, and watches. I asked mum today if I could get a new watch. I had a few at one stage, but they died, one by one, and I was recently left with just one - the most expensive piece. I guess it's true what they say about paying more for quality. Anyhoo, as I am about to start work, I don't fancy the idea of wearing such a good watch every single day. I'd rather keep it just for special occasions. Luckily, mum agreed so we set out today to find me a new watch.
Honestly, there were at least 3 or 4 pieces that I could choose from in terms of budget and functionality (ie for everyday wear), and many more that were out of my price range, such as a RM 7000+ black Rado watch. One of the sales assistants didn't seem to understand that I wanted a cheaper watch than the one I already had, and kept trying to push Longines and Omega watches. Like, hel-lo??
In the end, I settled for a Kenneth Cole Reaction piece that is simple, yet it can be worn both to work, or paired with casual clothes for the weekend. Not cheap-cheap, but didn't break the bank, either. And I love the numbers. The watch that I originally had in mind was a Casio Sheen with numbers that faced sideways, but the face of that watch didn't suit my small wrist. This one has numbers that are just as funky, so I'm happy.
Next I am aiming for either a white Citizen Wicca, or a Swatch. Another thing to add to my list of stuff to save up for...
There are many things I could collect. To name a few, bags for all purposes from sport to dinner, rings, and watches. I asked mum today if I could get a new watch. I had a few at one stage, but they died, one by one, and I was recently left with just one - the most expensive piece. I guess it's true what they say about paying more for quality. Anyhoo, as I am about to start work, I don't fancy the idea of wearing such a good watch every single day. I'd rather keep it just for special occasions. Luckily, mum agreed so we set out today to find me a new watch.
Honestly, there were at least 3 or 4 pieces that I could choose from in terms of budget and functionality (ie for everyday wear), and many more that were out of my price range, such as a RM 7000+ black Rado watch. One of the sales assistants didn't seem to understand that I wanted a cheaper watch than the one I already had, and kept trying to push Longines and Omega watches. Like, hel-lo??
In the end, I settled for a Kenneth Cole Reaction piece that is simple, yet it can be worn both to work, or paired with casual clothes for the weekend. Not cheap-cheap, but didn't break the bank, either. And I love the numbers. The watch that I originally had in mind was a Casio Sheen with numbers that faced sideways, but the face of that watch didn't suit my small wrist. This one has numbers that are just as funky, so I'm happy.
Next I am aiming for either a white Citizen Wicca, or a Swatch. Another thing to add to my list of stuff to save up for...
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