Family trips

Our little princess Abigail has been traveling with us since 4 months old. Stay tune for more of our family trips!

Honeymoon in Maldives

A place where romance begins... And there is never a blue as beautiful as the waters of Maldives!

Sinchow Vietnam!

Go to Vietnam. Indulge yourself in the peaceful Hmong villages in Sapa, or experience cruising at The New 7 Wonders of Nature - Halong Bay.

Go West to U.S.

Napa Valley! San Francisco! And Monterey!.

Bali oh Bali~

We've done it 3 times!! Couple trip 2009, friends trip 2010, and family trip 2014.

Hello Macau, the oriental Portugal

Walking the oriental Europe. Remember to taste the most authentic Portuguese tarts!.

London

I was just a touch-and-go tourist in a short 3 days...

Babymoon in Boracay

Sea, sand, sun. And a new family member in my tummy!

Marrakech, a hidden jewel

Of palm groves, fire dancing, and dromedaries.

Siem Reap - day and night

Back to the ancient kingdom and find the tomb raider in you.

Home Cooking

Just some recipes and home cuisine for my family and baby.

Welcome to my blog!! 欢迎到访!!

No matter how you get here, I wanna say a big THANK YOU for visiting my blog. Do come back often for more! Blessed because we're given the chance to share. Thank you for visiting! 无论你是刻意或者不刻意的来到这里,都进来坐坐、聊聊天吧。幸福不是必然的,而是懂得分享人生的喜悦。谢谢到访!



August 22, 2006

《그대 지금》... A touching love story



《그대 지금》

그대 지금 내 가슴에 들어와 사랑을 말하고 있죠.
꿈이 아니기를 나는 기도해봐요
내 맘이 자꾸 그대란 사람 놓지 말라고 하네요.
욕심을 빼라며 바보같은 말을 하네요.
우연히 다가온 그대 사랑이
왠지 낯설지 않았죠
하지만 약속된 인연이기에
사랑이 될 줄 몰랐죠
조금 후면 그대, 보내야 할 텐데
그럴 자신이 없죠
나홀로 있던 자리를 찾아
이제 돌아갈 뿐인데 당연한 일인데
왜 맘이 아프죠
그대 원하던 사랑을 찾아
이제 돌아갈 뿐인데
행복할 그대를 웃으며 보내야 할텐데…
내 눈을 보며 사랑을 말하죠
스쳐간 사랑이지만,
이 순간만은 너무 행복해요
마치 꿈을 꾼 것 처럼
이제야 알았어요
처음부터 우린 사랑했었다는 걸
나홀로 있던 그 자리를 찾아  
이제 돌아갈 뿐인데 당연한 일인데
왜 맘이 아프죠 
그대 원하던 사랑을 찾아 
이제 돌아갈 뿐인데 
행복할 그대를 웃으며 보내야할텐데..
(Don't wanna say goodbye to you,
and I don't wanna let you go...)
내게 사랑을 주면 안돼나요
그대 정말 안돼나요
이제 난 그대를 이토록 사랑하는데..


《你现在》

现在,你进入我的心里,诉说着爱恋。
我祈望这不是梦境。
我的心底在说,千万不能错过你。
可我也许像个贪得无厌的傻瓜吧。
那么偶然间出现在我身边的你的爱
为何竟然让我感到如此习惯。
然而这一切都不过是一场交易,
谁料到竟然会真的陷入爱恋。
再过不久就要把你送走,
可是,我真的没自信能够做到。
我去寻找过去的自己,
现在,就要恢复到过去的自己,这是理所当然的事情,
可为何心却在不停地作痛。
你要寻找你所希望的爱情,
现在,就应该离去,
我应该微笑着送走即将得到幸福的你,
可你为何却看着我的眼睛,对我诉说着爱恋。
虽然是已经逝去的爱,
却在这一瞬间,觉得那么幸福。
仿佛是在做梦一样,
终于明白了,
我们是从一开始就爱上了对方。
我去寻找过去的自己,
现在,就要恢复到过去的自己,这是理所当然的事情,
可为何心却在不停地作痛。
你要寻找你所希望的爱情,
现在,就应该离去,
我应该微笑着送走即将得到幸福的你。
(Don't wanna say goodbye to you,
and I don't wanna let you go...)
真的不可以爱上我么?
你,真的不可以么?
就算现在,我是这样地爱你。。。


《Geu dae ji geum》

Come now inside my heart, You're telling me about love
I pray that this isn't a dream
My heart keeps telling me that i shouldn't let go of you
and that i should be greedy.. it's saying stuff that's stupid
Your love that came accidently.. it wasn't strange at all
But I didn't know that our promised relationship would become love..
Sometime later, I have to send you away..
but I don't have the confidence to do that
You found the place that I was alone at.. Now you're gonna go back
I knew it was going to happen, but why does my heart hurt
Now you're gonna go back to your place because you found the love you wanted
I have to send you, a bliss person, away with a smile
You tell me about Love while lookin into my eyes,
but it's a lightly passing by grazing love
I'm so happy right now, it's like i'm dreaming a dream
Now you know that from the beginning we were in love
You found the place that I was alone at.. Now you're gonna go back
I knew it was going to happen, but why does my heart hurt
Now you're gonna go back to your place because you found the love you wanted
I need to send you, a bliss person, away with a smile
(Don't wanna say goodbye to you,
and I don't wanna let you go...)
Can't you give me your love,
Can you really not?
But now I love you so much...

Yeong Jae & Ji Eun's honeymoon (extended version)>>



Full house photos>>






August 17, 2006

Prince 스티브’s Convocation (Pt II)

After the convo, we rushed back to Ipoh cuz Steve gotta work on Friday. I spent the very next day shopping and cleaning up. We had lunch together during his breaktime at Pizza Hut near Jusco. Tried the new pizza and it tasted awesome! I like cheese... love it too much... so I think I gotta control my diet on cheese or else I'll need to 'work' hard to get rid of my chubby face again... It's been a long time I didn't enjoy supper since he's been away for work. Didn't even had a sip of coffee or tea since then. Everyday was like back to secondary school's life but being alone. These few days spent together was meaningful. We had a small family gathering, taken graduation & family photo in the studio, and had a dinner celebrating his graduation. The robe was the most popular thing in the few days as everyone was wearing it for photo shooting. Sometimes even the older generation will act childish when it comes to cheerful occasions.

My family photo...

August 14, 2006

여보의졸업식~ Prince 스티브’s Convocation

Princess was so busy with dear dear’s convo until no time for blogging. It took me 2 weeks for the preparation till the end of everything. Since the week when the graduates had to confirm their booking for the robe, photo frame, ceremony photo, DVD and lots more, I’ve been following up almost everything because he’s busy with work at the moment and some more not in KL. On July 31st we took the robe from Uni and then he was back to work the next day. In that case it’s my turn to ‘take care’ of the robe… approximately RM400 it costs. And honestly…it stinks!!! Just imagine that thousands and thousands of unwashed robes tied together, kept in a store room and never been exposed to the sunlight until the next convo, and this had been continual for years… Eeewww…

The following days I was busy looking for presents… and a new suit for attending his convo. I’m very concern about my appearance cuz it’s his big day!! Yea I gotta wear something really lovely yet not too striking. Headache!!! Finally I decided to wear like 비궁마마 신채경… Nice try.


On August 10th we woke up early at 6.00am... Still had no idea how to brooch the shawl on his robe. Everything turned really kelam-kabut when we realized that it's already 6.45am!!! Still gotta fetch his parents from Cititel to UM and Steve had to gather at B.Peperiksaan at 7.30am. And gosh... my hair looked like a mess!!! Luckily I never had to attend the ceremony in the hall. I almost got myself tripped into the mud when I ran back to the car park (muddy field after last night's rain). It's then 9.15am and I had to morning call his brothers to get ready. By the time I finished changing and make-up it's already 10am. The flowers!!! Must remember to bring the teddies too... My... my... next year I will have to repeat all these during my convo. Started to feel sleepy after running here and there for 2 days. I'll get some sleep on the way back to Ipoh later... But I'm proud of you 사랑하는 스티브!!

July 23, 2006

Koala bears ~ Phascolarctos cinereus


Ta daaa… Koala bears!!! Aren’t they the most adorable creatures in the universe?? That’s 'my' species… heheh… If you were to ask me what is the most irresistible thing to me – that’s it – KOALA!!
I can control my shopping cart on clothes, skin care, beauty products but I just couldn’t help it when I see a Koala Bear!!! Ooo… And yea… my bf used to call me Koala Bear… Do I look like one?



Koalas rest motionless for about 19 hours a day, sleeping most of that time, and spend about 3 of their 5 active hours eating. Koalas feed on Eucalyptus leaves.

Shhhh dun wake me up...

Onya-Birri is the only male albino koala in San Diego Zoo, born on September 1, 1997. Albino Koala is very rare -- white fur with pink nose.

I just wish I could rear one as a pet but that's impossible. Hmm... I wonder when will I be able to make a trip to the Koala Farm...

Ooops... Onya-Birri is awake!!!

These are my cutie koalas and I still have plenty of them (^,^)

July 21, 2006

Pretty in Pink~

I never really like pink before. Well, I know girls should love pink. Who doesn’t?? But I just love green… Green is soothing, green is calming, green comforts your eyes and green is lively!!! I like all sorts of green tone and even the color test said that my color is green. All the while pink gives me the impression of girlish, chicly, trendy and innocent. When it comes to choosing garments that come with different tones, I’d go for green or purple. I like purple cuz it’s romantic and mysterious…like me. [Ermm…am I day dreaming??]
Until…people started to comment that I look good in pink. OMG! Does pink really suit me?? They said pink brings out the best tones of my complexion & features. […maybe I’m not that yellowish for a Chinese…] But seriously beige really blends into my skin tone and I’d avoid that. And so I started to accept pink, by telling myself that even though it’s too popular among girls (I noticed that even aunties also like to wear pink =s ), it doesn’t mean that I’m a slave for pink. I’ll get pink to enhance my elegant green! Since then I realized pink actually goes perfectly with green. Just perfect!! Then I started buying pink T-shirt, pink skirt, pink trousers, pink blusher...now I got plenty of pink merchandises too. Heheh..
Maybe they’re right. Pink boosts the lovable part of my look, retains the fairness of complexion but makes it look healthier. I’m a green and pink goes well on me. Hmm…should appear with more blends of pinky & greeny tones dee… My favourite girls also look sexy & sweet in pink!!


















Hyori is sexy in pink!!











Song Hae Kyo is sweet in pink



















Yun Eun Hae looks lovable with pink rose necklace

July 18, 2006

The true colors of Princess Cheryl...

Princess just happened to check mail and found the following links forwarded by my friends. It's amazing to get to know more about yourself. Well, for me it's sort of to authenticate my true self. Hahahha... I think the results are accurate...as notified by those who know me. Right, friends?? =(^o^)=

If you have time -- indulge yourself with the inspiring tests @ http://web.tickle.com/tests/

Some of Princess Cheryl's test results:-

>>What Kind of Cool Are You?
There's no reason the buzz can't be about you. So how bout it — what makes you so cool? Take the test and find out!
http://web.tickle.com/tests/cool/

Cheryl, you're Crazy Cool

You taking the tried and true path? We doubt it. A wild child with lots of passion, you often prefer to leap without looking. This means you don't mind taking a chance or getting in a little trouble from time to time. If you learned something new or pushed yourself, then hey, it was worth it.

Sure, you've got a sensible side, too, but you'd rather get lost in the moment and do something no one else has done before. Sound pretty cool? It certainly is.


>>What Makes You a Real Beauty?
You're a natural. Even on those days when you may not feel like it, you've still got a special something that puts a spring in your step and a glow on your face. Find out what makes you a real beauty!
http://web.tickle.com/tests/realbeauty/

Cheryl, your Sense of Style makes you a real beauty

You don't need a catwalk to strut your stuff. A cool and confident fashionista like you knows how to look fabulous wherever you go. You've got a good eye for what's hot and what looks good on you. And you're comfortable with who you are and what you want out of life.

Sure, you like to look great, but that doesn't mean you follow fads or listen to what other people say is right for you. You're an individual, and you make sure that comes through in everything you do, whether you're at the office, on a date, or out on the town. You can't go wrong when you're being true to yourself. That never goes out of style!


>>The Beauty Pageant Test
Every girl who's wanted to compete in a pageant knows there's more to it than pretty faces and eveningwear. So, let's say you entered one. What title would you strut away with? Take the Beauty Pageant Test and find out what will take you all the way to the winner's circle!
http://web.tickle.com/tests/beautypageant/

Cheryl, you've been crowned Miss Personality

Not that it's surprising with your sunny disposition and genuine down-home heart. You've learned that you catch more flies with honey, and simply put, you're just a pleasant person to be around.

Sure, the eveningwear competition might have been more fun than any dress-up game from your childhood days. But when it comes right down to it, that piece of fabric didn't get you to the winner's circle. It was the glimpse the judges got of your personality while you were strutting your stuff in that glamorous gown that made them notice you. So what are you going to do now that you've made it big? How about if you keep inspiring those around to be the best they can be?


>>What's Your True Color?
Psychologists agree that colors have distinct personalities of their own. Blue is calm, red is passionate, yellow is inviting, and so on. What color is your personality? Answer a few quick questions and find out!
http://web.tickle.com/color/

Cheryl, your true color is Green!

You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!


>>Who's Your Hip Hop Heartthrob?
You've got the rhythm, beat, bling, and style. Now you just need to know which hip hop superstar you're most like. Find out!
http://web.tickle.com/tests/hiphopheartthrob/

Cheryl, your hip hop heartthrob is P. Diddy

Hey there, trendsetter. Like your sophisticated and stylish hip hop match, P. Diddy, you're a smooth operator who pays attention to how you look and what you do. That way, no matter what you're doing, you're always ready to rock it.

It takes a special breed to take the lead like you do. Whether your interest is music, fashion, or politics, you put your all into everything you do. And that's one of the reasons you inspire people. Watch out, Diddy!


>>What's Your Cinderella Story?
Who says fairy tales are just for bedtime stories? Come on, you know you'd love to be transformed into a princess for a night. Especially if it meant finding your prince. So how about it? If you were Cinderella, how would your story end? Take the test!
http://web.tickle.com/tests/cinderella/

Cheryl, in your Cinderella story, you'd get to Kiss the Prince

You don't need the pouffy dress, the fancy hair, or the 3-inch glass heels. A romantic soul like you just wants a guy who's a true companion, a good friend, a real prince. And if he's hot? All the better. But ultimately, you know that home is where the heart is. Which is probably why you surround yourself with good friends you can take care of and laugh with — friends who will do the same for you.

But that doesn't keep you from fantasizing about the perfect relationship. It's not that you don't have your feet firmly planted on the ground. It's just that you're not afraid to shoot high. Or wish upon a shooting star. So keep reaching for your goals, Cinderella. If you do, your happily ever after can't be far away. And you can seal that with a kiss.


>>What's Your Goddess Identity?
You may know yourself — but the real question is, do you know your goddess identity? Are you a Muse with the power to inspire all those in your presence? Or is it mischief that you spread, Pixie? This is your chance to find out, goddess!
http://web.tickle.com/tests/goddess_identity/

Cheryl, you're a Muse!

Known for your creative powers, you Muses are the poets and musicians of life, the patrons of the fine arts. It's funny, though — even with your inspirational prowess, you're probably not the type to boast about your guitar-strumming skills, or your latest published book of verse.

While it's great when people flock to you for ideas, there probably is a part of you that prefers to blend in sometimes — whether dressing in muted shades or staking out a one-on-one conversation at parties and social events. But try as you might not to hog the spotlight, others can't help but notice you. Must be hard to be such a goddess!

Despite any lingering modesty, you might be surprised at how much your mere presence can help improve the lives of those around you by infusing them with ideas and good thoughts. With that kind of healing energy, your inspirational ways have the potential to change the world, Muse. Whether you're scribbling sonnets, boogying with your friends, or drawing your own constellations — you're tapped in. So keep your eyes wide open to the possibilities and let that inspiration flow!



There are lots more. Just check out the fun stuffs at the website. You'd probably be stucked on your seat for hours. Anyway it's a good time fritter!! Have some good leisure. Yea... pamper yourself... like a princess. *wink wink*

July 14, 2006

Princess' 23rd birthday

Princess Cheryl turns 23 on 7-eleven!!

Cutting my strawberry birthday cake at 12.00am

Birthday dinner at Marché


Marché (pronounced as 'Mar shay') in French, means Market. Ooo...I had my birthday dinner in a market??!! It's an outlet of the Swiss Möven Peak group. Well... it's a wonderful dinner I can say. I just love the environment!!! I think I'll get what I wanted all the time...just the matter of time. I missed the opportunity to dine in Marché when I was on X-mas vacation in Hong Kong last year -- The Peak Tower was under renovation!!! I thought I could spend a cold winter night having heavy buffet in the highest restaurant in Hong Kong... So disappointed cuz I've been searching for great dining places before I went there. But I finally get my 'compensation' on my birthday... Heheheh... Customers are not allowed to take photos inside but...exception for a birthday Princess =(*v*)=


The environment is simply remarkable

Fresh deep sea oysters... first come first serve (we grabbed around 16 I think)

I just couldn't have enough of the chewy grilled mussels!! I actually ate 12...

Accident!!!

I met with an accident…and I missed my WC Final!!! It took me 5 hours to settle everything and by the time I reached home it’s already 5.15am. D*mn!!! I watched the first half in the Emergency Waiting Hall of Hospital Universiti as my bf hit on the steering during the brake… The service sucks!!! Reached the registration counter at 12.39am and by the time medicine was collected at the Pharmacy it’s already 3.30am!! And we gotta ‘patah balik’ to Kajang Police Station becuz the online system is not centralized. And the police laughed at the tiny winy scratches on the bumper. If that stupid driver would just settle it earlier I wouldn’t have to get into such a mess!!! I am so d*mn f***ed up!!! And you know what; the driver had actually hit somebody’s car in the afternoon on the same day from the police record. And she transmitted all her rage and annoyance to us!!! KL people!!! Now I hate KL people!!! Especially professionals!!!
And so we got this “phrase of the year” from the driver – she got down from her Kia Sephia, and yelled at us – “Hey!!! Do u have license?? DO U KNOW WHAT IS MOMENTUM??” What da…she’s a doctor, that’s the main point!!! And then my bf answered, “I’m an engineering student okay!!” “Have u studied physics??”
OMG!!! U see… KL people!!! Doctor will also bombastic u with the physics terms!!! AND WHAT I HATE MOST IS – What da heck!!! How come a doctor can be so bad-mannered!!! Apologies were just craps and I do think we need not apologize. So next time if u happen to come over with similar cases – in KL – u can start blasting scientific words at them, or else, they’ll make u feel like u’re a dummy!! This is so ridiculous!!!

July 7, 2006

A dedication to Phei Yuen...

The birthday lunch at Tasty Cafe

July 6, 2006

The Grand Finale

You guys almost make me cry… I really never thought of leaving with such a grand farewell. Thank you for the farewell outing, farewell lunch and farewell dinner. To Yoong Nian & Phei Yuen – I’m really glad to be able to celebrate your birthday. Shall be alert bout that from this year onwards, 25th & 29th June. (*v*)


Still, wanna say a thousand thanks to my Assembly group of people. Life has been vivacious in these 2 months because you treated me so well. Really glad to know each and every of you… Sham Ming, Siva, Teng, Sim, Angelia, Soo San, Isaac, Wen Hui, Allan, Chiou Lai, CF Low, JK Ong, Donald, Liaw, Yoke See, Boey, Eng Piau, Poh Seong, and so on… For the sake of running DOE, I finally get myself used to the tough environment in our workplace. Really appreciate the training given as I think I will be able to manage my work better in the real engineering world in future.

My Assembly family & bosses:


To Naga, Lenny, Phei Yuen, Yoong Nian & Grace – Thank you for the great night! And thank you Phei Yuen for making this precious moment last forever...

PY's artwork:

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