That's weird man. I thought I posted something but I guess I was too busy with some side projects over here. Anyway, I have become a full-time house-husband ever since I was back from SG. The missus went out to do some sales (sell property, MLM and other stuffs) and we like to switch roles once in a while. :P
I am kind of enjoying it though and the recent Oct was the children's break over here in Thailand. I do receive onstant nagging, screaming, pestering, whining kids with me 24/7 over the month. Nearly went crazy. Supposingly want to visit Kengtung but pulled out the last minute and went to Chiang Mai for holiday instead.
We went to the Night Safari and basically it's just a usual RnR trip. I have posted some photos of the trip on my facebook and yes, I am still shooting. I'm not posting photos as frequent as I seems not to have enough time to process them.
Will post something more of a substance later. Need to cook for the kids liao... :P
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Showing posts with label Ramblings. Show all posts
What I have been up to.
So far the new iMac is gorgeous. I got the 21 inch version with i7 processor and a 256gb SSD. Damn its blazing fast. Booting it up only takes less than 5 secs :P. I left the memory at 8Gig as 16Gig is a bit overkill for me and the upgrade price is just plain ridiculous. I might upgrade it later if I really need to. The new 21 inch iMac is an upgrade nightmare. Need to tear out the adhesive on the display before I can get the guts. The printer Canon Pro 100 is just a dream come true for me. At last I can print A3+! Its not roll feed but I think its good enough for me. I chose the 100 becasue it uses the dye ink rather than the Pro 10 which uses the pigment based ink. Longevitiy might not be an issue to me as I prefer brighter photos and dye based prints are brighter. I still need to get better paper though. Its damn hard to source good paper in Thailand and so far I got it from the Canon online e-supply stores and still waiting for them to deliver. I bought some cheapskate photo paper from the local computer shops here and so far its pretty damn promising. I will write more about that printer once I get to print on some real papers.
I have been using my A900 recently for my family shots. Going back digital and not shooting a lot of landscapes on slides as its pouring over here. Ever since I got here (in June), it has been raining cats and dogs. There are occassionaly some sunny days but it will only last for half a day. Then the rain comes again. So those who are interested to come here to shoot some landscape of Nothern Thailand to remember. Avoid June to September when its the wet seasons.
I will be flying back to Singpaore again in early Septemper. Need to serve my National Service and might stay a bit longer in Singapore to settle some personal stuff. Gotto go.. Need to print more stuff on my new computer and printer :P
Never doubt about yourself
I was chatting with a photogprahy friend of mine in FB recently and he brought up the issue of going to become a Freelance photographer in SG. He was facing a dilemna as most aspiring startups will be. The fear of not being able to sustain financially, the fear of not able to meet client's demand and etc etc...
But the one thing that concerns me was that he finds himself a bit unworthy or his photos are not up to par. This is a really bad thought. How can one starts to sell his passion and proffesional skills if he keeps doubting himself that his photos can't make it?
The beauty of being an artist (photography or any other art form) is that you wish to express yourself. In any forms and one should not create a piece or art for the purpose of pleasing anyone but yourself! All great artist including the great Ansel Adam loves their own creation. F**k care what other thinks! Do what you like and share it if you like it! There is bound to be the same people who might enjoy your photos.
Some good examples are that I hated those HDR lanscape photos. But I never dissed them, its just not for me and those who like it WILL like it. Vice versa, I like soft and blurry creative taken photos that those gearheads will just say its a piece of crap. My point is that there will be a crowd that will enjoy that piece of art you create.
So stop doubting about yourself and heck care what other thinks about your work. And if you hate your photos, then shoot something that you like or enjoy. If not, why are you still taking pictures then?
But the one thing that concerns me was that he finds himself a bit unworthy or his photos are not up to par. This is a really bad thought. How can one starts to sell his passion and proffesional skills if he keeps doubting himself that his photos can't make it?
The beauty of being an artist (photography or any other art form) is that you wish to express yourself. In any forms and one should not create a piece or art for the purpose of pleasing anyone but yourself! All great artist including the great Ansel Adam loves their own creation. F**k care what other thinks! Do what you like and share it if you like it! There is bound to be the same people who might enjoy your photos.
Some good examples are that I hated those HDR lanscape photos. But I never dissed them, its just not for me and those who like it WILL like it. Vice versa, I like soft and blurry creative taken photos that those gearheads will just say its a piece of crap. My point is that there will be a crowd that will enjoy that piece of art you create.
So stop doubting about yourself and heck care what other thinks about your work. And if you hate your photos, then shoot something that you like or enjoy. If not, why are you still taking pictures then?
2012 - A boring year.
Technically we have not reached the end of 2012 but by the counts of my post this year. It's actually quite a boring year for me. The year never ended on 21-12-2012 as predicted and nothing really major happened (aside to the scandals in Singapore politics and the SMRT strikes). Maybe only the first half of the year when I came back to Singapore to work and resumed my shift job. Other than that, it's just work, sleep, buy stuff, fly back to Thailand to spend time with the kids and etc. Nothing eventful in my personal life.
Which brings to one point, how long can I last in such a situation. Again, I have managed to save up some money and gained some through our stock exchange in lovely Singapore. So 2013 will be an interesting year for me again. I have that option to leave my job in Singapore (for good this time) and return back to Thailand to work on something. I also have some plans that involved in a room of stuff left by my late father that I promised my mother that I will sort them out eons ago. Initially I planned to sort them out when I'm on my day offs but I just do not have the energy to do so when I came back from work.
And recently, I just feel "old". hahaha. Being physically of course and I do have to admit, once you hit 35 and above, its going to be downhill all the way.....
So Happy Holidays and see you all in 2013.
Its all scheduled!
I have been busy lately with work and the preparation for my new baby. The due date was brought forward by 2 weeks. (Doctor say my wife's tummmy is too huge and baby seems to be more than 3kg.) So I will be flying back on the 14th and the should be going to the hospital on the 16th The cesarean is scheduled on the 17th.
Price for a cesarean birth in Thailand is no longer 25k bath (approx 1k SGD) Its about 35k at least now. (that's just 3 years ago!!) Wonder what really happened with the pricing but still, this time we are choosing another hospital which was newer and has more experienced doctors though.
There are many things I wished I have time to write about but so far I'm a bit overwhelmed by work. (I am actually working on another 24hrs shift while I'm typing this :P) Need the extra cash for the new car and the new baby.
Anyway, some things I want to write is a new bag I had and more about my health. Maybe I will drop another note next week which I guess I will be a bit more free as I will be on course. So after the course and 2 more days of work and I will be in Thailand for a month. Hope everything goes as well as planned.
Price for a cesarean birth in Thailand is no longer 25k bath (approx 1k SGD) Its about 35k at least now. (that's just 3 years ago!!) Wonder what really happened with the pricing but still, this time we are choosing another hospital which was newer and has more experienced doctors though.
There are many things I wished I have time to write about but so far I'm a bit overwhelmed by work. (I am actually working on another 24hrs shift while I'm typing this :P) Need the extra cash for the new car and the new baby.
Anyway, some things I want to write is a new bag I had and more about my health. Maybe I will drop another note next week which I guess I will be a bit more free as I will be on course. So after the course and 2 more days of work and I will be in Thailand for a month. Hope everything goes as well as planned.
So called "Freedom"
I had an interesting conversation that day with an old friend before I left for Thailand and its a pretty interesting topic.
He's still single but he's getting married soon at the end of the year. He's still busy preparing his wedding and we started to talked about life before and after marriage.
Well generally, I would say I fall into most of the same category of young bachelor guy before I got attached. Meaning that I get to buy all the gadgets I want and do all sorts of silly stuff without thinking too much about the cause and effects. I can quit my current job and idle for a few months before I look for a new job and etc etc...
So now, all these sorts of so called "freedom" is no longer really available for me once I am attached. And especially so when you have 4 mouths (including the new baby and my housekeeper) to feed.
So my friend asked me an interesting question. Do you missed the days you were single?
A long pause and I sincerely have to say that sometimes I really do, sometimes. Whenever I am alone in SG or alone, I actually want to spend more time on myself, traveling more and experiencing more things that I could not do now. I did told my friend how I felt and he seems to be a bit surprise as I was always lamenting on how I enjoy my new found family and life.
Its a strange feeling that I'm not sure I can express really on words but everytime I get to see my wife and my girl. (Especially my daughter) This feeling is actually much get thrown out of the window. Sometimes, just by looking at the photos I had taken for her when she was a baby tells me that all of that so called "freedom" is worth it.
Yes, I could get to spend more money on lenses, cameras and other gadgets but those are just material stuffs. The so called "freedom" is just a shroud. Are we really "free" from this world? We are still chasing something that could never satisfy our needs (Be it money or knowledge).
So I have to say F**K that so called "freedom" (pls pardon my language :P ). I especially thought so when I got hugged by my 3yr old daughter with her face so beaming with happiness every time she sees me return.
For clarification. I am not pro gahment asking you all to have babies. This is just a ramblings on my own. But I have met friends who actually survive in SG having 3 or more kids with little income and I never understand really why until I had my own child.
So to Daniel and family who works as a humble salesman and having 3 kids to feed with only his limited income. And to Maureen and John, able to survive in SG with 2 kids and John being a handicap. I salute you all! Sometimes being the so called "free" is not really living the best of your lifetime and I'm glad to say I am enjoying this new experience every day and every moment of it.
He's still single but he's getting married soon at the end of the year. He's still busy preparing his wedding and we started to talked about life before and after marriage.
Well generally, I would say I fall into most of the same category of young bachelor guy before I got attached. Meaning that I get to buy all the gadgets I want and do all sorts of silly stuff without thinking too much about the cause and effects. I can quit my current job and idle for a few months before I look for a new job and etc etc...
So now, all these sorts of so called "freedom" is no longer really available for me once I am attached. And especially so when you have 4 mouths (including the new baby and my housekeeper) to feed.
So my friend asked me an interesting question. Do you missed the days you were single?
A long pause and I sincerely have to say that sometimes I really do, sometimes. Whenever I am alone in SG or alone, I actually want to spend more time on myself, traveling more and experiencing more things that I could not do now. I did told my friend how I felt and he seems to be a bit surprise as I was always lamenting on how I enjoy my new found family and life.
Its a strange feeling that I'm not sure I can express really on words but everytime I get to see my wife and my girl. (Especially my daughter) This feeling is actually much get thrown out of the window. Sometimes, just by looking at the photos I had taken for her when she was a baby tells me that all of that so called "freedom" is worth it.
Yes, I could get to spend more money on lenses, cameras and other gadgets but those are just material stuffs. The so called "freedom" is just a shroud. Are we really "free" from this world? We are still chasing something that could never satisfy our needs (Be it money or knowledge).
So I have to say F**K that so called "freedom" (pls pardon my language :P ). I especially thought so when I got hugged by my 3yr old daughter with her face so beaming with happiness every time she sees me return.
For clarification. I am not pro gahment asking you all to have babies. This is just a ramblings on my own. But I have met friends who actually survive in SG having 3 or more kids with little income and I never understand really why until I had my own child.
So to Daniel and family who works as a humble salesman and having 3 kids to feed with only his limited income. And to Maureen and John, able to survive in SG with 2 kids and John being a handicap. I salute you all! Sometimes being the so called "free" is not really living the best of your lifetime and I'm glad to say I am enjoying this new experience every day and every moment of it.
This is demoralising
I had a pain (gallstone) attack this morning again and its horrible. Luckily it went away in the afternoon but still, these attacks are quite demoralising. It just comes without warning. Woke up, went to pee and just drank one cup of water and bang... dunno what trigger it... cannot be the water bah??
Went back to my room and squatted on the floor for almost an hour. Sweat pouring. Only last friday went for a root canal repair and this coming Wednesday is my follow up for my surgery on the fistula and gallstones.
Luckily today is my off day if not I will need to take MC again. Tom back to work and I feel fine at the moment. Suppose to run some errands today but all plans are blown. Sign... not a good year for me
Root canal repair on my teeth. Fistula on my butt and bloody stones in my gallbladder....
try to beat that.
Went back to my room and squatted on the floor for almost an hour. Sweat pouring. Only last friday went for a root canal repair and this coming Wednesday is my follow up for my surgery on the fistula and gallstones.
Luckily today is my off day if not I will need to take MC again. Tom back to work and I feel fine at the moment. Suppose to run some errands today but all plans are blown. Sign... not a good year for me
Root canal repair on my teeth. Fistula on my butt and bloody stones in my gallbladder....
try to beat that.
Downsizing
Recently looked into my photography dry cabinet and decided to downsize the things i have in it. The main reasons are because I no longer used these lenses as often as I used to.
First to go is my 28mm f2.8 prime. I am still wondering should I keep it for my A100 IR but it just not the correct focal length for landscapes (not wide enough and not tele at 1.5 crop.) And I am using the kit lens 18-70mm which is cheap and good as my main lens for IR nowadays. Already posted an ad on the local forums and see how.
Second to go is the 85mm f1.4 G. Beautiful lens and optics but since I bought the A900 and the 135mm. This gem was in the cabinet for sometime. I don't do studio shots as often nowadays and I have the 24-70mm Zeiss too, which almost cover my studio work. I rather get the 100 Macro if I really need a studio product lens.
The third item is in a dilemma. Its my 70-200mm SSM G. I have a plan to sell this and downgrade to the 75-300 G SSM instead. First, I don't shoot events as often as I used too, so i dun need a 2.8. Second, I am more into landscapes and this lens is good but too heavy to be carried around (I noticed i carried my 135mm more often then this). And thirdly, the amount I could sell could save me some money on other things I wished to buy. Especially if Sony came out some TS lenses next time.
But the dilemma is that I loved this lens. Its has its own characters. hehe. So I think I will keep it for a while.
Other things to go is the Voigtlander VC 35mm Color-Skopar 2.5 Not using this since I got the 40mm Nokton...
I am not attached to most of my gears as others would. (I know some would never sell their camera equipment) But I tend to have this feeling. If the lens is good and I am just hoarding it for the sake of it (and not using it to make good photos). I am not doing justice to the lens or equipment. I rather sell it a cheaper price so people could enjoy it rather then let it rot (grow fungus or dust) in my cabinet. If I need it again.. I just get it from the Internet but for the time being... I guess not :P
First to go is my 28mm f2.8 prime. I am still wondering should I keep it for my A100 IR but it just not the correct focal length for landscapes (not wide enough and not tele at 1.5 crop.) And I am using the kit lens 18-70mm which is cheap and good as my main lens for IR nowadays. Already posted an ad on the local forums and see how.
Second to go is the 85mm f1.4 G. Beautiful lens and optics but since I bought the A900 and the 135mm. This gem was in the cabinet for sometime. I don't do studio shots as often nowadays and I have the 24-70mm Zeiss too, which almost cover my studio work. I rather get the 100 Macro if I really need a studio product lens.
The third item is in a dilemma. Its my 70-200mm SSM G. I have a plan to sell this and downgrade to the 75-300 G SSM instead. First, I don't shoot events as often as I used too, so i dun need a 2.8. Second, I am more into landscapes and this lens is good but too heavy to be carried around (I noticed i carried my 135mm more often then this). And thirdly, the amount I could sell could save me some money on other things I wished to buy. Especially if Sony came out some TS lenses next time.
But the dilemma is that I loved this lens. Its has its own characters. hehe. So I think I will keep it for a while.
Other things to go is the Voigtlander VC 35mm Color-Skopar 2.5 Not using this since I got the 40mm Nokton...
I am not attached to most of my gears as others would. (I know some would never sell their camera equipment) But I tend to have this feeling. If the lens is good and I am just hoarding it for the sake of it (and not using it to make good photos). I am not doing justice to the lens or equipment. I rather sell it a cheaper price so people could enjoy it rather then let it rot (grow fungus or dust) in my cabinet. If I need it again.. I just get it from the Internet but for the time being... I guess not :P
Gong Hei "Fak" Choi!!!
Just noticed I have not really wish all a CNY greeting for this year. I was going through my old blog in NAAPL and found this entry by me 4 years ago. Its so good, i decided to post a copy here.
Ok.. its late at night and got nothing to do. So just post this for fun....
1. Go to any Mac Outlet.
2. Depending on your preference. If you prefer a sesame bread. Buy a Mac Chicken. If you prefer a softer bread, you shoud buy a Filet-O-Fish. If you want something really tough and chewy, try a Mac Muffin. Another burger on the menu would do. Especially those with melted cheese. (Hamburger is out though)
3. After the purchase, unwrap the packagin to reveal the burger.
4. Take out the top slice of bread of your burger
5. You can eat the meat or egg or whatever in between. Or you can set it aside for later stage.
6. Roll up your shirt sleeves. (If possible, wear a singlet to cut this step)
7. Raise one of your arm. (Either one would do. Preference is the non master hand)
8. Take the bottom half of the burger (one with the melted cheese) and place it over your armpit.
9. Squeeze and Pull as many "Fak Choi" as possible. REPEAT process if not enough "Fak Choi "
10. If still not enough. Switch arms and repear process 9.
11. Put back the burger on the wrapping.
12. Place the meat or egg (the one on stage 5 above) back on. If not skip this step.
13. Place the top of the bun back.
14. Viola.... You have Mac Fak Choi
Thanks for reading and Gong Xi "Fak Choi" to all.
( Monday, 21 February 2005 )
CNY Burnt.
This coming CNY will be literally a bull year for me. I will be working Night shift from 23rd all the way till 29th Jan. So I guess I won't be going out to visit relatives this year again.
I will be however, helping out in the annual Lion dance performances this year with my NAAPL pals again. Think it should be the only festive occasion I get to enjoy. Its a pity wife and baby can't come to Singapore to enjoy the CNY season here. I guess my wife will like it (she likes crowds and bargains).
So hopefully, again, pray hard hard. This year something can be sorted out with her ID card. (I think not a great chance since the Democrats are in power).
I will be however, helping out in the annual Lion dance performances this year with my NAAPL pals again. Think it should be the only festive occasion I get to enjoy. Its a pity wife and baby can't come to Singapore to enjoy the CNY season here. I guess my wife will like it (she likes crowds and bargains).
So hopefully, again, pray hard hard. This year something can be sorted out with her ID card. (I think not a great chance since the Democrats are in power).
End of the year 2008 post 3 - My friends
Its a great year especially in April and May when I joined my current company. Met some fantastic people and as usual, some weird ones... hehehehe
And also managed to convert 3 of my colleagues into shutterbugs. All Canon users though (wonder how much Canon will pay me??)
Anyway, here are my wishes (and some predictions) to my friends individually
Javert(HH) - More Rolex-es next year :P
BC & SM - A spiritual year for both of you! Master Yogis... (And to BC, hope you can bend into positions no one has ever bended before :P)
Johnny & Miao Ying
More joys and best wishes to both of you and your cute little boys..
Bro Yap & Family - Never get in touch with u for sometime. Best of the year and hope Ah Boy become big strong and healthy (but less crazy like Daddy.. :P)
Chang Guan - 2009! Huat Ah!!! :)
Lay Lay and BH and the Goh bros - 3 boys liao!!! Wonder how both of you can manage!! hehee anyway, Best wishes in 2009!
Celeste (Hong Ying) - Finally tie the knot this year liao.. hahahaha! So best of luck and wishes in 2009..
BaLongLong - Time to pass on and settle down?? Hope you dun waste the other person time anymore...
Kok Hwa & Family - Baby 2 out liao means need more moola.. Best wished too in 2009
Andy - Finally promoted to Uncle.. hehe. Best wishes to your family in 2009 and best of luck in your new job.
Miing - Hope you get less "busy" this year so we can go cycling again.
Stanley & Joanne
Stanley - More business to you. Best wishes at the new location.
Joanne - Less drinking from the one above.. (just being hopeful)
YR - Best of luck in your job and hope you get more sidelines
YX - Hope you can improve in your studies next year and help your mummy out...
Ah Dog - Hope year 2009 you tio Toto or 4D and clear your financial issues. And many "thanks" for getting me into DC.
Calvin - Best wishes to your family! Especially your boy boy and hopefully u oso on target fast fast and get the 2nd one... hehe
Callan - I smell 5D Mk2 in 2009?? :P
Ah Long Ray - I smell you taking over Callan 50D... :P
Hodi - Big Money!!! Big Money!!! Coming your way!!!
Mok - Hope you send less "error" emails next yr.
Nelson - More bananas for you next year!! (And no one took yours)
Karthek - Lvl 2!! lvl 2!! CCNP Lvl 2!!
Syu - More TV series from you pal!!! and hope you get used to Singapore weather asap and less coughing next yr!
Linda - Hope the stock market turns around next year....
Mark - SDM liao!!! Congrats and hope 2009 get more moola and promotions.. kekeke
Jimmy & Florence - Best wishes in 2009 for both of you and Bizwebs.
And to those I have missed.. Just that I didn't see you much in 2008 so I also not sure what to write. Still, hope the current economy crisis doesn't affect you or your love ones and may a "bullish" year come in 2009!!!
And also managed to convert 3 of my colleagues into shutterbugs. All Canon users though (wonder how much Canon will pay me??)
Anyway, here are my wishes (and some predictions) to my friends individually
Javert(HH) - More Rolex-es next year :P
BC & SM - A spiritual year for both of you! Master Yogis... (And to BC, hope you can bend into positions no one has ever bended before :P)
Johnny & Miao Ying
More joys and best wishes to both of you and your cute little boys..
Bro Yap & Family - Never get in touch with u for sometime. Best of the year and hope Ah Boy become big strong and healthy (but less crazy like Daddy.. :P)
Chang Guan - 2009! Huat Ah!!! :)
Lay Lay and BH and the Goh bros - 3 boys liao!!! Wonder how both of you can manage!! hehee anyway, Best wishes in 2009!
Celeste (Hong Ying) - Finally tie the knot this year liao.. hahahaha! So best of luck and wishes in 2009..
BaLongLong - Time to pass on and settle down?? Hope you dun waste the other person time anymore...
Kok Hwa & Family - Baby 2 out liao means need more moola.. Best wished too in 2009
Andy - Finally promoted to Uncle.. hehe. Best wishes to your family in 2009 and best of luck in your new job.
Miing - Hope you get less "busy" this year so we can go cycling again.
Stanley & Joanne
Stanley - More business to you. Best wishes at the new location.
Joanne - Less drinking from the one above.. (just being hopeful)
YR - Best of luck in your job and hope you get more sidelines
YX - Hope you can improve in your studies next year and help your mummy out...
Ah Dog - Hope year 2009 you tio Toto or 4D and clear your financial issues. And many "thanks" for getting me into DC.
Calvin - Best wishes to your family! Especially your boy boy and hopefully u oso on target fast fast and get the 2nd one... hehe
Callan - I smell 5D Mk2 in 2009?? :P
Ah Long Ray - I smell you taking over Callan 50D... :P
Hodi - Big Money!!! Big Money!!! Coming your way!!!
Mok - Hope you send less "error" emails next yr.
Nelson - More bananas for you next year!! (And no one took yours)
Karthek - Lvl 2!! lvl 2!! CCNP Lvl 2!!
Syu - More TV series from you pal!!! and hope you get used to Singapore weather asap and less coughing next yr!
Linda - Hope the stock market turns around next year....
Mark - SDM liao!!! Congrats and hope 2009 get more moola and promotions.. kekeke
Jimmy & Florence - Best wishes in 2009 for both of you and Bizwebs.
And to those I have missed.. Just that I didn't see you much in 2008 so I also not sure what to write. Still, hope the current economy crisis doesn't affect you or your love ones and may a "bullish" year come in 2009!!!
End of the year 2008 post 1 - My Wife
Decided to conclude these few days with some post reflecting the year of 2008. Starting off with my family. This post is dedicated to my wife, Om Jan Kam (Jam Nom).
Last year's post was bleak. Basically due to the constant pressure of the new Visa Rules implied by Thailand Immigrations and the status of my wife.
Everything is back to normal now between wife and I. Its interesting as we always able to convey more when we are separated. I think its the sudden distance that made us cherish each other more for the pass 9 months. She also seems to be more responsible now when I'm not around and I'm glad. So whoever say long distance relationship does not work is just bullshitting. Actually those who failed in such relationships are either not trying hard enough or just not having enough trust. :)
Recently, I missed my regular phone calls to her in the evening (in hospital) and she called me to check on me. Little gestures like this really warms my heart.
The year was also harsh on her. She was also frantically looking for opportunities to have her citizenship done and for 3 to 4 months. Traveled to the district offices in Mae Fa Laung and Chiang Rai frequently. Begging and pestering for more information. "Coffee" money were also spent and one day she just broke down and gave up searching. I have to spend hours in the phone to comfort her and asked her to slow down on the hunt. She knows I am constantly worried about her status and she is trying hard to fix something that is not in her hands to fix. I just feel bad about it. I know its fustrating as I have also gone through such fiasco with her and now she is doing it all by herself, alone without me by her side. Being illiterate also does not help at all and she could not really read or understand the documents.
But just the sheer will power and guts is the main reason I am attracted to her :) She never gives up (even though she vocally say it). And all I can wish is that I would be able to spend more time with her next year. She will need all my encouragement as she is now pregnant without me constantly by her side next year.
Finally, although she don't read this blog. Just want to say
Pom yoo kang koon sa-mer.
Rak,
Mu En
Apologies to those who find this post a bit corny but its my blog anyway... :P
Last year's post was bleak. Basically due to the constant pressure of the new Visa Rules implied by Thailand Immigrations and the status of my wife.
Everything is back to normal now between wife and I. Its interesting as we always able to convey more when we are separated. I think its the sudden distance that made us cherish each other more for the pass 9 months. She also seems to be more responsible now when I'm not around and I'm glad. So whoever say long distance relationship does not work is just bullshitting. Actually those who failed in such relationships are either not trying hard enough or just not having enough trust. :)
Recently, I missed my regular phone calls to her in the evening (in hospital) and she called me to check on me. Little gestures like this really warms my heart.
The year was also harsh on her. She was also frantically looking for opportunities to have her citizenship done and for 3 to 4 months. Traveled to the district offices in Mae Fa Laung and Chiang Rai frequently. Begging and pestering for more information. "Coffee" money were also spent and one day she just broke down and gave up searching. I have to spend hours in the phone to comfort her and asked her to slow down on the hunt. She knows I am constantly worried about her status and she is trying hard to fix something that is not in her hands to fix. I just feel bad about it. I know its fustrating as I have also gone through such fiasco with her and now she is doing it all by herself, alone without me by her side. Being illiterate also does not help at all and she could not really read or understand the documents.
But just the sheer will power and guts is the main reason I am attracted to her :) She never gives up (even though she vocally say it). And all I can wish is that I would be able to spend more time with her next year. She will need all my encouragement as she is now pregnant without me constantly by her side next year.
Finally, although she don't read this blog. Just want to say
Pom yoo kang koon sa-mer.
Rak,
Mu En
Apologies to those who find this post a bit corny but its my blog anyway... :P
Only 1 post
for this month.. hehehe.. I'm getting lazy. Actually I was so fully packed with work and personal stuffs that my health took a toll on me. (more on that later)
Its weird and sad but I'm back to money chasing days again that I hated so much. This time I have not much choice as I can't stay in Thailand for longterm and I need to save up more money for more expenses that came up.
The first 2 weeks of Nov I was packed with work. I only had 4 rest days from my shift but instead of resting, I went to teach part time photography for my master's workshop to earn some extra cash. I worked until the last day before I left on 10 Nov morn for Thailand.
Girl girl again so happy to see me. This trip is hectic as we are planning to go to Keng Tung for 4 days out of the 9 days leave I took. The weather was changing from hot to cold and the sudden changes in temperature means you can catch a flu easily. Which I did on the third day in Thailand. We were also busy celebrating Loy Krathong. Worst still our Cindy (doggie) went missing on that night. I spent the next day on bike to search for her and no news. We need to hit the road to KengTung so we left that job to our neighbour Ah Ma and our maid.
Another stressful journey as the road is long and this time is not for vacation but a visit to see my wife's grandpa who is seriously ill and senile. We first checked him out and he was in a serious condition. My wife had to take care of him by trying to talk some sense to him (he can't even remember us) and its a pain to see a love one in such a state. That means I have to look after my little monster.. hahaha... I have to admit I enjoy it but very very tiring trying to chase her here and there when you are unwell. She speaks to me in Thai but I always reply her in Chinese. (She understood what I say though) On the fourth day, just before we left, his grandpa miraculously woke up and remembers everything. We spoke a bit and left. (I need to go as my flight was tomorrow). Back to Thailand and Cindy was found! Yeah... but just the night before my flight, I was hit by stomach flu. Wife was so worried that she wanted me to stay for a few more days. But got work to catch up leh.... need the money for my family leh...
Took the flight back and worked for 2 days before finally collasping for 2 day MC....
No one to blame but myself. But this whole incident left me thinking.. 3 or 4 years ago when I was a single, I won't be that worried about my job or even how much I earn for that month..
Its weird and sad but I'm back to money chasing days again that I hated so much. This time I have not much choice as I can't stay in Thailand for longterm and I need to save up more money for more expenses that came up.
The first 2 weeks of Nov I was packed with work. I only had 4 rest days from my shift but instead of resting, I went to teach part time photography for my master's workshop to earn some extra cash. I worked until the last day before I left on 10 Nov morn for Thailand.
Girl girl again so happy to see me. This trip is hectic as we are planning to go to Keng Tung for 4 days out of the 9 days leave I took. The weather was changing from hot to cold and the sudden changes in temperature means you can catch a flu easily. Which I did on the third day in Thailand. We were also busy celebrating Loy Krathong. Worst still our Cindy (doggie) went missing on that night. I spent the next day on bike to search for her and no news. We need to hit the road to KengTung so we left that job to our neighbour Ah Ma and our maid.
Another stressful journey as the road is long and this time is not for vacation but a visit to see my wife's grandpa who is seriously ill and senile. We first checked him out and he was in a serious condition. My wife had to take care of him by trying to talk some sense to him (he can't even remember us) and its a pain to see a love one in such a state. That means I have to look after my little monster.. hahaha... I have to admit I enjoy it but very very tiring trying to chase her here and there when you are unwell. She speaks to me in Thai but I always reply her in Chinese. (She understood what I say though) On the fourth day, just before we left, his grandpa miraculously woke up and remembers everything. We spoke a bit and left. (I need to go as my flight was tomorrow). Back to Thailand and Cindy was found! Yeah... but just the night before my flight, I was hit by stomach flu. Wife was so worried that she wanted me to stay for a few more days. But got work to catch up leh.... need the money for my family leh...
Took the flight back and worked for 2 days before finally collasping for 2 day MC....
No one to blame but myself. But this whole incident left me thinking.. 3 or 4 years ago when I was a single, I won't be that worried about my job or even how much I earn for that month..
Bloody SAF100
Wat lau.... Was hoping they don't call me back but still received it. In Camp Training (ICT) to be scheduled on 27 April till 15 May 2009. Luckily it didn't crashed on Songkran and girl girl's birthday. So I guess I'm safe.
Boss headache liao as I will be away for sometime. Already our head ops is asking our boss to cut cost liao (means less OT). So I guess Big boss won't be very happy as there will be more OT due to my absence.. hehe
Come to think of it, this is only my 3rd high key and I'm already going to be 33 next year. Guess I will only complete my 10 cycle when I'm bloody 40. Just thinking of it just make me sianzz...
Boss headache liao as I will be away for sometime. Already our head ops is asking our boss to cut cost liao (means less OT). So I guess Big boss won't be very happy as there will be more OT due to my absence.. hehe
Come to think of it, this is only my 3rd high key and I'm already going to be 33 next year. Guess I will only complete my 10 cycle when I'm bloody 40. Just thinking of it just make me sianzz...
Kena Arrowed
Its 6 months into my new job and got my confirmation letter last Tues. And on that day itself. I am "promoted" to be the shift lead. No need to congratulate me as this is a position no one wants to hold as its more work and responsibilities while no increment in pay.
I actually see this coming as I am currently a bit "over qualified" for this job. Used to be in the management but now into this shift job. And frankly, out of the 14 team members, I am one of the degree holders among the 2 in our team. So its expected that they will arrow me this bloody post.
signzzz back to work then....
I actually see this coming as I am currently a bit "over qualified" for this job. Used to be in the management but now into this shift job. And frankly, out of the 14 team members, I am one of the degree holders among the 2 in our team. So its expected that they will arrow me this bloody post.
signzzz back to work then....
Time flies!
Wow! I'm a bit surprised by how time flies when you are busy. 12 more days and I will be in Thailand again. Hopefully by then all those political mess will be resolved as I may need to stay a night in BKK to settle some personal matters...
This trip will be 2 days longer than the last last one :P So already prepared most of the stuff that I need to carry back this time. Jetstar screwed up as it canceled (2 weeks before departure some more!!) its morning flight to BKK (think the protests is hurting the airlines business) . The next available flight is in the evening so I asked for a refund instead and got myself Tiger Air (Arrrgh ... the most jialat budget airline). Lucky its cheap lah, paid SGD100+ for the morning flight. The real pain in the ass is the Budget Terminal (I avoid it at all cost).
So from today onwards, I will be working night shift till 21st. So I guess there will be more posts this month....
This trip will be 2 days longer than the last last one :P So already prepared most of the stuff that I need to carry back this time. Jetstar screwed up as it canceled (2 weeks before departure some more!!) its morning flight to BKK (think the protests is hurting the airlines business) . The next available flight is in the evening so I asked for a refund instead and got myself Tiger Air (Arrrgh ... the most jialat budget airline). Lucky its cheap lah, paid SGD100+ for the morning flight. The real pain in the ass is the Budget Terminal (I avoid it at all cost).
So from today onwards, I will be working night shift till 21st. So I guess there will be more posts this month....
Some good news
Basically its regarding my wife's Thai id card. Recently with some help, she managed to get the first step of owning "Sian Chat" (citizenship) and was asked to go for an interview at her district office.
Since we already "paved" our way in. The interview was a success and now have to wait for a few more months before the next step.
All in all, its good as there is some progress rather than none at all. The political situation in Thailand has not improved and I'm a bit worried that another coup will occur and everything is back to square one again (like last time).
So finger crossed and hopefully, everything can be settled by end of the year. So wify and girl girl can come to SG during CNY 2009 to celebrate together with Grandma and auntie... :P
Since we already "paved" our way in. The interview was a success and now have to wait for a few more months before the next step.
All in all, its good as there is some progress rather than none at all. The political situation in Thailand has not improved and I'm a bit worried that another coup will occur and everything is back to square one again (like last time).
So finger crossed and hopefully, everything can be settled by end of the year. So wify and girl girl can come to SG during CNY 2009 to celebrate together with Grandma and auntie... :P
Computer Phobia.
Its been hectic since I came back from Thailand and I have also restarted my exercise regime. Most of the off time I had was to spend time with friends and watch movies. I don't even touch my computer at homes nowadays. I have been staring at 2 screens daily 12 hours straight for the pass week and I guess the phobia is kicking in.
So today, surprisingly I need to check up on some info. Thus came by to log an entry. Our department is also having a company trip to Bintan on 2nd and 3rd of Aug. Our Aug shift schedule is also out and I was a bit surprised that I am working more day shift then night....
Day shift is hectic as there are more calls but I think its also better as I could plan my exercise regime better for the coming month. Still, most probably there will be changes in my schedule as some colleagues will be clearing leave. So I guess no need to plan so much. everything will go chaotic again....
So today, surprisingly I need to check up on some info. Thus came by to log an entry. Our department is also having a company trip to Bintan on 2nd and 3rd of Aug. Our Aug shift schedule is also out and I was a bit surprised that I am working more day shift then night....
Day shift is hectic as there are more calls but I think its also better as I could plan my exercise regime better for the coming month. Still, most probably there will be changes in my schedule as some colleagues will be clearing leave. So I guess no need to plan so much. everything will go chaotic again....
Back to reality.
I'm waiting for my plane while I'm typing this. Tried connecting to the aot line but I think we need to pay for the Internet now at Suwarnabhumi airport (used to be free though). Since still got 2 hrs plus before my transit flight to SG. Got plenty of time to write and relax. Sad to say tomorrow still need to work. It been a long break and I kind of enjoy it though..
Starting to miss my girl girl and wife even while I'm still in Bangkok. Girl girl seems to understand I need to come to SG to work and didn't make much noise. But I do know she enjoys when I'm around.. heheh..
Well, its back to reality and hopefully I can come back again in Sept....
Rain! Rain! Rain
Not sure what to write actually as it has been raining cats and dogs over here in Maesai. Worst thing is that the rain is always intermediate. Which we find ourselves caught in the rain while on the way to someplace.
Girl girl really seems to be very happy I'm back. And I am a bit surprised by her words actually. On the first day she saw me, she told me in Thai that I am not to go back to Singapore and to stay beside her. Really sianz for me to remind her that Papa need to go to Singapore to work. So really cherishing the time spent with her now.
Although I promised to write more but alas, I really find the time is short and I'm spending every minute of my available time to be with my family... so I guess there's not much updates here also.
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