My 幸福。。

Only & as long as when I'm with Dada...I believe...my next stop, every stop, no matter we stop or not...I'll always be 幸福。。So happy to find this waiting for me when I reached Genting after 2 weeks of continuos NATAS + MATTA Fair...LOVE YOU SO MUCH, DA....how I wish you can be like REN GUANG XI....wuahahhaha...nonetheless, I'll always love you..forever & ever!

BuSy BusY

Have been so busy lately with projects after projects that I hardly got time for Dada, our Europe trip research, as well as our Project Love Nest under construction at the moment. Hopefully, our house renovation is hopefully in good hands as Dada has been going up & down to ensure everything is in order & to convey my messages & expectations to the workers. Let's hope I'll like everything that I see when I finally get to go down & have a look. **fingers crossed**

So LoNg...So LonG...

Yes indeed! It has been quite, quite, quite a while since I last blogged. Well, probably because there's nothing really interesting to blog about.

Recently, it's all about work, work, work & more work. Transferring to this new section got me opportunites to learn new things, which I loooove! Hence, I wasn't the least bit reluctant when I have more & more stuff added into my portfolio. Great!

In a way, I feel honoured that I have been given the opportunities & will definitely try my very best in every task given. I don't mind working hard, I don't mind having more stuff to do than others...BUT I REALLY DO MIND whether my superiors acknowledge & appreciate my efforts. OK! I don't mind to 做牛做马 provided that I get the recognition & the reward after that. OK?? Do you hear me? Deal...

ApRiL ~ MontH of cHaNGes

April...instead of it being a FOOL month, it was a month of changes for me & us.

First of all, after being in th same position for 3 and a half years, I've decided that it's time to move on. No, not that outrageous to resign from my job, but to transfer to other sections. To learn new things & work in a new environment. Might not be healthier (as this new post requires me to work night shifts, which might sound bad for most people, BUT too bad, NOT FOR ME). Infact, I actually enjoy it. Coz I really hate routine work. I don't like coming in & going back at the same time EVERYDAY, sitting at the same place, seeing same faces and doing the same / similar stuff over & over again. So, I requested to move to another section & got it. Started on the 1st of this month, a new beginning & enjoying it so far. Though there are night shifts, but I don't mind at all coz it means having more time with Dada :)

Besides work, this month, we moved into a new unit of the same hostel building coz of Dada's promotion. So, imagine having to shift rooms when we were both working night shifts. Damn tiring! Even more so with all our possessions. After officially moving in on the 18th of the month, the place is still a mess. Clothes here, shoes there...we still haven't got time to really tidy up the place. Wait...just wait...we'll be on leave in a couple of days' time, so...hopefully something will be done about it...hehehe...

JaNuaRy ~ FaReWeLL MoNtH II

First there was Sharon WESTBROOK, then, Christy & Joo Nee.

Christy was an Assistant Manager that I worked with couple of years back. Well, we weren't really close but still, I remember her as someone who taught me alot of things. & she's one lucky woman blessed with a great husband & lovely kids. Well, I'm fine & comparable with the GREAT HUSBAND part, but I think it's full stop after that. Not really thinking of lovely kids for me yet...haha..

Then, the next one was a little girl, Joo Nee's farewell. She finally wanted a break & got it...lucky her! I wish I could just leave...HERE & NOW too..just like that...sigh~~but I can't...

Yeah, speaking of farewells, of course there were tears as well...sad tears, happy tears..no matter what, it's coz it's someone that matters that we let out those tears...I can easily think of some that I would not shed a tear at all when he/she leaves...how I wish that day will come ASAP!!!

Christy & I
Saja wanna put this pic here coz I think we BOTH look good in it..hehehe
Farewell, my dear Joo Nee..along with Vicky

JaNuaRy ~ FaReWeLL MoNtH

Every beginning of year, after receiving the year-end bonus of the previous years, there are bound to be resignations. This year, it was even worse due to some 'reasons', which tend to always relate to $$..of coz, else what?? Of coz there are 'other' reasons as well...& if I were to leave this shit place one day...it will fall under the 'other' reason as well.

Sad to see some of my best buddies leave...at the same time, happy for them as well coz they are able to leave this miserable place that is full of.....you know...hehe

One of the saddest one would be a buddy that both Dada & I worked with since Membership GSA days..she's a very nice, bubbly & friendly girl. Tend to break down once in a while, due to work pressure & I'm glad she shared those moments with me as a friend. I really cherish those nice, tearful yet touching moments with her, supporting & advising each other to go on & not give up. We were a great team, always helping out each other, going through ups & downs together...those were the only happy moments I have thus far working here...really miss those days. That's what we call a "TEAM"..ok..I'll always remember & cherish those moments*sniff*sniff*

However, after being assigned to different sections after being promoted, we grew apart. Kinda sad & I always blame myself for being too 'busy' & didn't think of asking her out for lunch more often. Sigh~~I keep reminding myself that I shouldn't neglect my REAL FRIENDS!! Remember!
Anyway, here are some pics we took..farewell my dear friend, but do keep in touch!

@ Westbrook's farewell
Helen, Sharon & Me..we were once GSAs
~ A great friend & work buddy~Take care & miss ya always!

I'M LeaVinG..oFF to SiNGaPoRe

I'll be away in Singapore for NATAS Fair from 27/02~02/03. I'll only be back at work on the 3rd, then not long later, I'll be back home in KK celebrating my birthday...yippeeeee!!!

So, for those of you who are Genting WorldCard members in Singapore & would like a good deal...DON'T MISS IT!!!

But I'll surely miss DADA....:(

Da..Wait for me, OK? Muaksss...Love U!!

cHAp GoH Mei DiNNeR

So, with all the hardwork & just a blink of an eye, CNY has come & gone. CNY really means nothing to me nowadays except huge crowd in this City of Entertainment, workload doubles or triples up & long hours of work. Sigh~~that's how I have been spending CNY these recent years.

Anyway, the only consolation which is not that bad this year is that I got to have a decent dinner with my family in KL on the last day of CNY. Well, as the saying goes, better late than never. So, off we went after work yesterday to Uncle John's place.

It was a great dinner with lots of my favourite dishes. The hot topic for the night was, none other than our wedding. (yeah, what else can top that??) I was so touched & happy that I was almost in tears that everyone was so supportive & excited about our big day. Everyone wants to play a part & talked so excitedly about all the plans & activities to have for the wedding. My aunts ran through some customs & traditions that we should take note & also, the best thing was...we decided on our best man & bridesmaid then & there too!! This 2nd perfect couple standing next to THE PERFECT couple (US) would be my cousin Ah Dee & his girlfriend Sze Sze! I think they match us perfectly! Actually we have not given much thought about them being the VIP standing next to us. Until last night, it seems like everything just fell into place. There & then we went...TING! Yes, why haven't we thought of them earlier?? Haha...well, actually the reason we didn't give it much thought was because we weren't sure if they would be flying over to KK to attend our wedding. It was really only last night that I knew I have my WHOLE family, no matter young or old, close or not so close..backing me up..*sniff*sniff* so touched. I really THANK GOD for them...

I'm soooo happy...happily planning my wedding...bit by bit...Sometimes, when I ran out of ideas...I Thank God that, HE will suddenly shed some light to me & show me the way...Today, everyone is busy bombarding airasia.com booking tickets to my wedding...I really am touched & happy that our wedding has brought us all into good spirits & closer as a family. Thank You, Lord!

GonG Xi, GonG Xi, GonG Xi Ni..

Every year...when it reaches CNY period, I'll be exceptionally moody. I HATE myself for being away from home & unable to celebrate the most important festival in the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

However, I don't wanna keep on nagging & let the same thing make me miserable again & again every year. So, I am trying to be on the positive side & try to be cheerful happily at work everyday. Yupp...that's me trying to turn over a new leaf & see things differently. Haha...not so easy to make me miserable...

I wanna change & make a different approach in my life (work life that is..) especially during CNY. Won't think about home, won't complain about WHY I'm at work while everyone at home is enjoying (probably not as it's hard to imagine them enjoying themselves in my absence..hehe). So, here I am, showing off the new stuff I have to cheer myself up getting ready for work.

Wake up -> brush my teeth -> wash my face -> put on new uniform -> set my hair -> put on make up -> wear my new shoes...ta da -> lastly, plaster on a dazzling smile & off I go...wishing everyone I see GONG XI FA CAI...doesn't really matter whether I know them or not...hehe

Another thing worth mentioning, this is going to be the final year I enjoy receiving angpaus only & not giving out. NEXT YEAR, mind you...when I'm legally Mrs Sim...I'll enjoy the pleasure of GIVING out to those still single..or kiddies...WOW...I can't wait!! Life should be more of GIVING than GETTING, right? Well...GONG XI FA CAI EVERYONE!!!

New Company Uniform

New Shoes to walk this journey in Yes..not forgetting new fragrance too~

Mr CaSiNo MaRKeTiNG

Should have blogged about this at least 2 weeks ago. Well...as the saying goes...BETTER LATE THAN NEVER...

Attended our Casino Marketing B Group's SMC Dinner on...errr...12th December 2008. We were to dress slightly more formal than our usual jeans & t-shirt casual dinners. It was supposed to be a formal dinner at one of the smaller ballrooms @ GICC. The decorations were OK grand..looked OK & everyone had fun (except for the food..which was CRAP). Well, the best part was..to vote for Mr Casino Marketing. Dada, was of course, one of the nominees. & WHO ELSE to vote for but HIM, right?

Well, found out that I'm not the only one who voted for him. (But I'm still, however..his #1 FAN..) Yess....I'm not sure how confident he was about the title but he surely had my 100% support & I had no doubts about it that it has GOT TO BE HIM. Before they announced the winner, I whispered to him.."Da, don't go to the gents first, you'll need to pick up your prize soon...& you must thank your lou po, ME in your speech, OK?"

Haha...& when his name was announced...I clapped & cheered like crazy...Beeming with pride.. YEAH...THAT'S MY MAN...

You know what he said in his speech? Well...I didn't really expect that because he's normally a very shy guy...that's the reason I LOOOVE him so much..Well...this is what he said:

"Thank you for your support, thank you for guiding me & teaching me so many things...I want to thank especially MY WIFE ~ Tsen Siew Yee..."

Gosh..I was blushing..& abit shy shy le...everyone clapped & cheered for us...the emcee for the night also commented (Wow..what a touching love story!!)...I didn't know where to hide my face! Haha...We're not officially married yet, but then he addressed me as his WIFE in front of everyone else. It was sweet~~ & embarassing in a way too..coz a colleague teased me.."Wife ah?? Since when??" Sigh~~can't wait to get the title OFFICIALLY la...I LOOOOOVE to be called Mrs Sim..sounds so nice & perfect for me...haha..(tak tahu malu hoh??) But like what dada said...we're engaged..so it's not wrong to be called Mrs Sim..but I enjoy being called Miss Tsen too..gosh..can't be too greedy...I have to keep REMINDING myself!

Anyway, he came back to the table with a cheeky face. I looked at him sternly & said.."Don't be cheeky, what is the point of being capable at work, but come back home being a LOUSY husband to me?" Hahaha...got him...his face turned sad..but I cracked a smile & gave him a kiss..

Dear...I'm proud of you!!!

Mr & Mrs Casino Marketing (that's what everyone's been calling us after the dinner)

The NOT OFFICIAL MRS SIM :-p

Dada with his crown & prize..

Hi, I'M BacK fRoM MeLaKa..

Arrived back in Genting quite late from Melaka, around 3 in the morning. Just in time to watch the last few laps of the 2008 last F1 race. Can't believe what really happened in the last lap of the race! How could it happen? I bet you most of the Ferrari fans out there couldn't believe it too! & to me, there should be some investigations done on what actually happened there..looks fishy & suspicious..

Anyway, away from the F1 world, which is beyond my control..Had a crazy weekend working at the fair in Melaka. The response was better than I expected. I'm glad & proud of it! Didn't have time to actually shop around, which was a shame as it has actually been around 5-6 years since my last visit to Melaka.

Need not to say, there wasn't time to pick a really nice gift for Dada. But I found this, which is actually nice, cute & meaningful all together. It's a box of Lou Po Beng & Lou Kong Beng. So cute, I couldn't resist to get it. (But don't expect me to eat it though..haha)..& you know how I managed to get it on those really, really busy days? On my way to toilet, the stall selling this caught my eye, then after I'm finished with my business in the toilet, I picked up a box on my way back to our booth. Hahaha...Poor thing..but better than nothing...Dada loves Lou Po Beng...& I got 2 boxes of pineapple tarts for him as well...see..he's always on my mind..I really love & miss him

Lou Po Beng + Lou Kong Beng

Back home in 1818, Dada gave me a surprise, which is quite sweet too. The laptop was on with a note on the screen for me. It says: No arrows this time but look behind the door..I turned to see a cute heart-shaped decoration with a WELCOME & a little house. It's telling me that I'm HOME. It is welcoming me back to my home...so sweet..

But I don't like the Cristiano Ronaldo poster that it's hung on..Spoils the whole look... :-p

Welcome Home..

aWaY fRoM DaDa

Sigh~~this weekend is another weekend away from Dada...all coz of work commitments. A trip to Melaka - the historical city awaits me & 3 other colleagues in the team. Hopefully, the response will be as good as the previous one. 3/5 of the team who went to Johor Baru will be reunited to fight this war. Hopefully, with a new combination into the team this time, it will be even better!

I know when I'm not around Dada, the best thing to focus & concentrate on is work. So that I don't have the time & chance to miss him...hopefully we'll be very busy with work & in no time, we'll be on our way back...Da..I'll surely miss you like crazy...Muaksss...wait for me to be back!

a SuRPRiSe aFTeR JB TriP

Just got back from our Genting WorldCard Fair at Johor Bahru. Have been there for since the 1st of the month. The whole trip was pleasant. Thankfully, coz the team that went with me were all nice & there was teamwork there..well, except for one actually, but I couldn't care less as long as I did my part. That's the only photo that I get to snap during the setting up as other than that, we were damn busy with long queues & really good response. Overall, the fair was a great success.

As expected, being away from Dada made me miss him terribly. But I would say it's good & perfectly healthy for our relationship. Coz I believe, a good relationship doesn't mean that we have to be around each other 24 hours, right? We're matured & quite independent being ourselves away from each other. But it has been quite a while since I have to 'dump' him here all alone. The last time was actually more than 3 years back, when I went back to KK alone in the 1st year of our relationship. Wow...have we really been so 'lou fu lou chai'? Hahaha...

Our booth at City Square Shopping Centre, Johor Bahru

But then, he did something to piss me off & he told me about it somewhere on the 4th day that I was in JB. It was actually nothing, really..he could have done so many MORE things that I could make a BIG DEAL out of it..but then, as I have explained to him..a mistake is still a mistake..no matter how BIG or SMALL. So, he made a mistake. I refused to call him or sms him on my whereabouts after that & answered minimal calls from him. Then, I came back & found this....

As I walked into the room, there were arrows leading the way Towards the computer desk
There's something..
Found this on the computer screen saying: I'd like to apologize Not the end yet...there's MORE!Arrows leading to...
The closet!
Ta da~~A bunch of RED ROSES in the closet

A closer snapshot..12 of them all together..

What a pleasant surprise! I called him right away & said I forgive him.... ;)

I HaTe, I HaTe, I HaTe!!

I really can't understand why are so many people like that? Born like that? Why did they have to come into the working world & make other people's lives miserable?

Gosh..what can I do? How can I not let myself be influenced by all these shitty people? I really hate these people:

#1: Can't bloody make up their minds
#2: Too soft & let others over rule them
#3: Don't seem to use their brains though they have been EQUIPPED with one

#4: Don't understand that people are already working their asses off & yet it's still not enough

#5: Not aware that THEY are actually the ones slowing things down

#6: Love wasting other people's time & effort due to their indecisive nature

#7: Never appreciate & thank people for the effort

#8: Take things for granted

Damn...please la..pergi main jauh-jauh la..go back & think through how you should prepare yourself to work professionally in this world. Don't waste other people's time & efforts with your stupidity, incapability & ignorance. Thank you!

GooDBYe Mr NiCe GuY

Tonight, there was a farewell party held for a very good looking, nice guy & gentleman, one of our AVPs. He's by far the BEST looking AVP who've appeared in the GG.

I wasn't lucky enough to work directly under him, however, Dada did. Almost everyday, he would have stories about this AVP. How helpful he was; how gentleman & nice he was; how he'd always cover up & protect his staff; how he would never put the blame on his subordinates & how he's always so calm to handle all sorts of situation; how high his EQ is & would never vent his anger on anyone; responsible & would never hesitate to assist & help out subordinates.

I encountered his kindness once, when I called informing him on a mistake done by someone else, that directly affected by project. He was calm & lent his support to me. He directed me the best way to settle this & later on ensured that everyone is clear & co-operates to minimise the damage done. He's not my direct superior or directly in my section, but was there first thing to help manage the situation. Much, much, much better than my superiors..who didn't even KNOW what was going on. Didn't lend their support & asked me back the same thing...only 2 weeks later. They didn't even bloody know what happened & how we have been trying to manage the situation all this while..demotivating??heartbreaking??heart fading??Exactly!

Well, for the farewell party, I didn't get the chance to be there & party all night long as I had HEAPS of stuff to do while waiting for Dada to finish work as well. However, as we both respect him, we stopped by on our way back to say goodbye. Dada have said his goodbye earlier. Hence, it's really ME who owes him a final goodbye.

So, off we went. Walked over to him & shook his hand, "Goodbye, best of luck. We'll be getting married next year..so make sure you come yeah.." He said " Sure, most definitely" I asked, "Will you be keeping this number?" He said, " No, but I'll leave u all my personal e-mail & contact number" "Oh, that'd be great! Take care..see ya" It was THEN that he let go of my hand..;) PERASAN..hahaha...He also waved & said goodbye to Dada before the door closed behind us...

Now, mind you..that's the trend here. The nice ones will leave as they can't stand the cunning ways, the politics & bitches & bastards working here. That's what I've been telling Dada..only those cunning, evil & bad ones will stay long in this company...so please, Dada...let's leave ASAP..before we both turn BAD as well...

I SuRViVeD!!!

Wow...It's a miracle that I survived 2 months straight without a day of rest at all! Gosh...how did I do that & what are the consequences?

1. Drop Dead Tired
2. Mentally & Physically Exhausted
3. Bad Temper Getting Worse

Luckily, I have my Dada all this while to be by my side. He's always there to support me & calm me down when I'm pissed off. Gosh...I would have gone insane & long been admitted to Tanjung Rambutan if not for my dearest Dada.

So, after checking out today..I came back & slept & slept...I'll have to catch up on my beauty sleep & ensure that I'm at my BEST to celebrate my Birthday & enjoy our trip...yippeeeee!!!

DroP DeaD TiReD

Before I realise...here goes another CNY where I have to work like crazy. Non-stop, long hours, unable to do other stuff other than the 'big project' & not enough time for Dada & myself. If Dada did not stay back & accompany me during his 4 days leave, we would have near 0 time together..To make things worse, I sorta hurt myself carrying those stupid heavy stuff! My shoulder has been in pain since Day 1. Dada has been scolding me like silly coz I didn't put myself as 1st priority. Last year, it was my back, this year, my shoulder...my, am I getting OLD or what? Hmmm...

Anyway, all's not ended yet..unfortunately..Before I can go off & enjoy 9th of March's celebration, I have got TONNES of work to settle. I need to clear everything before I could really bring myself to relax & go on my WELL DESERVED break.

When I'm on leave, I don't wanna receive any calls nor SMSes from work..I've had enough, I'm really tired & the battery I have in me now can only last till 7th March. (I begin my leave on 8th as I don't want anyone to ruin the eve of my birthday!) Then, I need time to recharge batteries for my trip, then come back fresh for work.

Ooops...how could I NOT mention this on this BIG DAY! Today is our 3rd Anniversary! 3 years back, we took a romantic walk and right in front of GH car park, we started this beautiful relationship...

Valentine's Day was caught in the middle of CNY period, we didn't even get the chance to so much as sit down & enjoy a quiet dinner. We went to Sushi King & had a quick dinner. Long queues everywhere & service was quite slow. We had to sit at the 1st table facing the entrance, hence with so many pairs of eyes queuing & watching us eat, we really can't enjoy much. Further more, even for that few minutes & steps away from my 'project site' I received a phone call from work. Damn! So much of a Happy Valentine's Day..!

I think I have neglected Dada recently. But no matter what, he always try his best to spend time with me. These few nights, he has been working night shifts, while my shifts end almost about the time he checks in. Hence, one can only imagine how many MINUTES we spend together each day. However, he has been very supportive, & understands how I am when at work. He sits patiently waiting for me to settle my stuff. Knowing deep inside that I have no time to eat with him, or that by the time I finish settling my stuff, he'd have to check in already..:(

He's always the BEST SUPPORTING BOYFRIEND SOON-TO BE HUSBAND. Hahahahaha...Yeah, one really sweet thing he did recently, he booked a trip back to KK in mid November to attend a compulsory Catholic Pre-marriage talk..Wedding bells ringing??Nope, not really, not until I STOP spending too much & see our bank account growing...

GONG XI FA CAI

Hmm..I know this is a bit late, as today is already the 4th day of CNY. However, better late than never. Have been busy, stressed out & the tension is building up. Coz my 'big' project for CNY is picking up well & I'm afraid the response will be overwhelming again like last year. I hope I'll be able to close the case ASAP, right after the 15th day of CNY. Then I can truly enjoy myself in my upcoming trip.

Oh yes, have I talked about my upcoming "Birthday Treat" from Dada? Don't think I talked much about it as I have only been worrying about work lately. Hmm..yeah, my 26th birthday + 3rd anniversary present would be..a 6D5N trip to Macau + HK! Dada is taking care of the air tickets & hotel expenses while my job is just to shop, shop & shop, as well as to enjoy myself & take my well deserved break after this hectic CNY.

He's really a great guy. He knows I'm stressed at work, as I always strive for perfection. That's why I opted not to have my scheduled days off this roster, even if it meant not being able to visit relatives during the CNY period. I chose to stay back & be there as long as my 'big' project is on. Dada chose to stay by my side as well. He didn't even have to stop & think. He's not going home to celebrate CNY & dump me here. (which is why I love him more & more!)

Well, hope everything runs smoothly & in no time, I'll be on the plane off to shop till I drop. Gong Xi Fa Cai everyone! May this New Year bring our relationship closer as well as keeping everyone around me strong, happy & healthy always.

NoT So X'Mas MooD (yet)

Less than 2 weeks till X'mas, however, I'm more in a stressed mood rather than X'mas at the moment. The recent weeks have been hectic, as we are all rushing for year end as well as coming year's promotions.

Was pissed off as well yesterday, as I had to listen to 2 sessions of old virgin & bulldog barking (for different things). Yet, the 2 things do not really linked to me. However, it DID spoil my mood. Especially the old virgin's preaching. She's so unreasonable. No wonder she's still a virgin at the old age of 40++.

However, everything turned OK once Dada gave me the greenlight to buy whatever I want at night! We went shopping after a short steamboat session with his fellow "B group" people. A once a month gathering thingy. We rushed to FWP & within that short 45 mins or so, I bought 4 tops! I absolutely love those colours & mind you, I have not shopped for clothes to add into my wardrobe for quite sometime. If I remember correctly, I think since coming back from KK in early Nov. Which is a WHOLE month now..So, I deserved it! I need all this to keep me sane..Shall shop for more after I get off work today. I start my leave on Sunday, with a wedding dinner at Seremban to look forward to, as well as exploring more of the Southern region...So, I'll be OK...

DaDa's 2Y9M aNNiVerSarY GiFt foR Me

Last month when we were back in KK, I saw something really nice & really suits me. So, I decided to get dada to buy it for me. It's a little gift fit just for me..HIS ANGEL...Didn't get the chance to blog it till now...it's one of the best gift I have "given him a chance to buy for me" after 2 years & 9 months...

SWEET ANGEL = ME!