People were encouraged to dim their non-essential lights from 8:30 to 9:30 pm on 28of March to raise Global Warming Awareness.
According a local papers, the country saved about 3.5% on power consumption during last night's Earth Hour.
Have you done your part? I have done mine :)
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Every Cloud Has Its Silver Lining
News about dooms and glooms of world's economy is everywhere. Firms have gone belly up, people get laid off, investors tend to take lesser risk approach when it comes to investment by going for a less volatile institutions despite promising lower returns so they can have a good night's sleep and the list goes on.
The government has declared we are in the peak of recession and this will stay until at least the end of the year.
I remember at the end of last year the government tried to encourage people to save up and refrain from unnecessary spendings, but last week, when it dropped the OCR rate to an 8 year low of 3.5 percent, it stimulates consumer spending, which in a way confused people but it all comes down to putting the credit market to be back up and running again.
Everyone can only do so much, keeping their fingers cross, hoping that there is a silver lining and that there is light at the end of the tunnel, most importantly, getting life back on track again.
It would be nice if you can hide away from all the problems including not having to read and watch all form of medias by indulging yourself on a trip to a retreat like Necker Island :) That would have been a dream!!!
The government has declared we are in the peak of recession and this will stay until at least the end of the year.
I remember at the end of last year the government tried to encourage people to save up and refrain from unnecessary spendings, but last week, when it dropped the OCR rate to an 8 year low of 3.5 percent, it stimulates consumer spending, which in a way confused people but it all comes down to putting the credit market to be back up and running again.
Everyone can only do so much, keeping their fingers cross, hoping that there is a silver lining and that there is light at the end of the tunnel, most importantly, getting life back on track again.
It would be nice if you can hide away from all the problems including not having to read and watch all form of medias by indulging yourself on a trip to a retreat like Necker Island :) That would have been a dream!!!
Friday, January 23, 2009
Holiday Season is Over
Deer Farm - Elevated 360 degree Alpine View over Queenstown
The last time mom and dad were here was October 2006. We didn't do much of the travel around the country then. So, this time South Island trip was a must as dad hadn't step a foot on the South land, not even when I was studying at Otago University, down in Dunedin.
There are two ways to get to the South, either by flight or by ferry. Ferry is out of the picture because dad is not a fan of the sea, especially the blowy Cook Strait, separating the North and the South Island.
So, I got us 4 air tickets to Queenstown on Xmas day and we flew back from Christchurch on new year's eve.
The highlights of the trip were Queenstown, Christchurch and Dunedin.
Two nights alone were spent in Queenstown, the most scenic town in NZ as the locals refer. Christchurch, the city of flowers and old architectures, was remarkable despite the scorching hot weather. We managed to find our way around after getting lost few times.
Dunedin Railway Station
Dad wanted to see my old school, where I lived, so, we popped by Dunedin or the second name "Student Town". If you have seen "Scarfies" then you would know what it's like being a student in this city. Old memories flashing back, good and bad ones. It was quite an experience, woke up in the morning for the 8am lectures during winter, the car's windscreen froze and I had to throw hot water from the tape as a quick fix to get to class on time, the snow day when school had to shut and my first part time as a caregiver in a rest home....
We made it to Christchurch through West Coast, where all the glaciers lie. The scenery was picturesque.
It's probably true when they say "NZ is the land of the long white cloud".
The last time mom and dad were here was October 2006. We didn't do much of the travel around the country then. So, this time South Island trip was a must as dad hadn't step a foot on the South land, not even when I was studying at Otago University, down in Dunedin.
There are two ways to get to the South, either by flight or by ferry. Ferry is out of the picture because dad is not a fan of the sea, especially the blowy Cook Strait, separating the North and the South Island.
So, I got us 4 air tickets to Queenstown on Xmas day and we flew back from Christchurch on new year's eve.
The highlights of the trip were Queenstown, Christchurch and Dunedin.
Two nights alone were spent in Queenstown, the most scenic town in NZ as the locals refer. Christchurch, the city of flowers and old architectures, was remarkable despite the scorching hot weather. We managed to find our way around after getting lost few times.
Dunedin Railway Station
Dad wanted to see my old school, where I lived, so, we popped by Dunedin or the second name "Student Town". If you have seen "Scarfies" then you would know what it's like being a student in this city. Old memories flashing back, good and bad ones. It was quite an experience, woke up in the morning for the 8am lectures during winter, the car's windscreen froze and I had to throw hot water from the tape as a quick fix to get to class on time, the snow day when school had to shut and my first part time as a caregiver in a rest home....
We made it to Christchurch through West Coast, where all the glaciers lie. The scenery was picturesque.
It's probably true when they say "NZ is the land of the long white cloud".
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Friday, December 5, 2008
Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae
Yay, it's finally friday! it's been the longest week ever, even though I took Monday morning off work after getting back from Sydney.
This was probably because my body went on palpitation mode completely last week and never wanted to wake up. Now that it's Friday I can catch up on some sleep.
Get attached to this song, been listening over and over again!
This was probably because my body went on palpitation mode completely last week and never wanted to wake up. Now that it's Friday I can catch up on some sleep.
Get attached to this song, been listening over and over again!
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
New Sky Train in Phnom Penh
Dad was on the news!
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/index.php/2008120222981/Business/New-sky-train-to-ease-growing-traffic-snarls-in-the-capital-govt-says.html
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/index.php/2008120222981/Business/New-sky-train-to-ease-growing-traffic-snarls-in-the-capital-govt-says.html
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Sad or what?
Was youtubing around and came across this MV. In some way, the storyline is fairly similar to a Korean MV.
Watching the clip is somewhat depressing. It's no longer my type of music so to speak..It amazes me how things change along with your line of thoughts as you age.
Watching the clip is somewhat depressing. It's no longer my type of music so to speak..It amazes me how things change along with your line of thoughts as you age.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Cherimoya Anyone?
Have seen them around for several years, but wasn't keen on trying one. So today as I swing by the supermarket in the neighbourhood on my way home from work, picked up 2 from the shelf as i felt like I had a crave for 'Teab Barang', one of my favourites, and this fruit happens to have similar look.
Got home, put away the shopping bags and started to cut one of' em up. It's definitely 'Teab Barang', so I thought. But after one bite, the taste was so weird, no sour sensation as I expected of. Somehow, I managed to finish the whole fruit though it's only the size of the fist.
Got home, put away the shopping bags and started to cut one of' em up. It's definitely 'Teab Barang', so I thought. But after one bite, the taste was so weird, no sour sensation as I expected of. Somehow, I managed to finish the whole fruit though it's only the size of the fist.
I really miss all the fruits back home, especially, those with combo of sweet and sour taste. Dad usually said those who had sour-taste-bud were extremely pigheaded. Is it true or just a myth? It's probably true to a certain extent. But I just couldn't figure out if there was a cause and effect relationship between the two.
Anyhow, I dont think I can finish the second one tonight. At this instance, I don't know if I like it. I might do after a few attempts :) just like avocado & feijoa, I hated the fruits when first tried but have become two of my favourites now.
Look like this year home trip is not going to happen since mom and dad are coming over late December - something to look forward to. So, planning to take holiday in April. I know it's gonna be scorching hot but that doesn't deter me from making this trip. It's going to be my first real Khmer New Year at home in 8 years. Yep 8 big fat years!!!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Another Spring is almost gone!
Can't believe time really does fly. When you write the date on reports, it's number 11 which tells you it's the eleventh month of 2008. 11 down, only one more to go and we all will age another year..sigh!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Copper Room
Since Takapuna branch has been doing pretty good in the first month of opening, we decided that we should go out celebrate. So, last night we went for dinner at Shahi Cafe - an indian cuisine in Milford. I had Sea Chess - it's the name of the dish which was a comination of seafood, fish, calamari, spice & herbs and tamarind sauce. I had no confident when I made the order since I had bad experience with Indian food before, but the dish turned out over and above expectation. I give it 4.5 rating out of 5.
Straight after dinner, we headed off to Copper Room. It's a pub/restaurant down at Takapuna beach. It's a place that reflects Kiwi culture. Everything has some element of Kiwiana, from the food right down to the music.
Tuesday night is quiz night. Each team put forward their preferred name and a type of question they think they have best knowledge of. Some questions I wouldn't have a clue of, especially when it comes to music and artist names, it can be as old as before I was born.
However, we did pretty good, our team came third and was given 5 free glass of wine vouchers.
One of the questions I was most interested in was "Which nation am I? I am in Central America and have the third largest economy in the region. I am the only place where Golden Frogs live and rainy season runs from May through November". See if you can answer this question without googling!
Overall, it was a fun night.
Straight after dinner, we headed off to Copper Room. It's a pub/restaurant down at Takapuna beach. It's a place that reflects Kiwi culture. Everything has some element of Kiwiana, from the food right down to the music.
Tuesday night is quiz night. Each team put forward their preferred name and a type of question they think they have best knowledge of. Some questions I wouldn't have a clue of, especially when it comes to music and artist names, it can be as old as before I was born.
However, we did pretty good, our team came third and was given 5 free glass of wine vouchers.
One of the questions I was most interested in was "Which nation am I? I am in Central America and have the third largest economy in the region. I am the only place where Golden Frogs live and rainy season runs from May through November". See if you can answer this question without googling!
Overall, it was a fun night.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
The Moment of Truth
It's the title of an American reality TV show, airing every Friday night. Contestant has to honestly answer to the host's questions in exchange for rewards of cash starting from 10k to 200k. He or she was tested prior to the show. Polygraph had been placed on the contestant. However, result was not known until the selected questions were repeated on the contestant on the TV show.
The 10k - 25k questions are pretty straight forward. When it comes to 200k, the questions get really personal. So, it's like airing your dirty laundry in public. It's such a shame. I guess one of the contestant might end up getting divorce with her husband after the show because of the truth she revealed.
I believe everyone has their own secrets. Some truth which exposed could ruin relationship between you and your loved ones would be better left unsaid and should be locked in a safe place. Feel free to bash me up if you disagree!
The 10k - 25k questions are pretty straight forward. When it comes to 200k, the questions get really personal. So, it's like airing your dirty laundry in public. It's such a shame. I guess one of the contestant might end up getting divorce with her husband after the show because of the truth she revealed.
I believe everyone has their own secrets. Some truth which exposed could ruin relationship between you and your loved ones would be better left unsaid and should be locked in a safe place. Feel free to bash me up if you disagree!
The Rule of Food Handling, the famous 4Cs
I've been cutting myself some slacks on updating this blog. This is probably a good time to put something on since it's queen's birthday long weekend this week.
Ok, has it ever crossed your mind that if you do not handle what you put in your mouth properly, you can get stomach bugs, which can lead to diarrhea? there you go, guess not.
So here is the famous 4Cs rule of food handling:
-Clean
-Cook
-Cover and
-Chill
So, dont leave your food in limbo if you have some left-over, put the plastic wrap on or get some covers and throw them in the fridge.
Remember, only reheat your food once. If you can not finish after the first reheat, chuck them out.
Need more info? visit http://www.foodsafe.org/
Ok, has it ever crossed your mind that if you do not handle what you put in your mouth properly, you can get stomach bugs, which can lead to diarrhea? there you go, guess not.
So here is the famous 4Cs rule of food handling:
-Clean
-Cook
-Cover and
-Chill
So, dont leave your food in limbo if you have some left-over, put the plastic wrap on or get some covers and throw them in the fridge.
Remember, only reheat your food once. If you can not finish after the first reheat, chuck them out.
Need more info? visit http://www.foodsafe.org/
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
cambodia trip 2007
it's the first time to go on this 180m high ballon ride in SR, the view was great eventhough it was just a short ride..money well spent!!
land and property dealing in phnom penh is really hot at the moment, so it's a good idea to get a plot or two of your own though some properties are far beyond the price you can afford..
traffic is getting worse compare with last year, this city actually needs new infrastructure, the government should introduce public transports to lessen the traffic and plus help save gas emission!!
however, there are many positive things in phom penh for the past few years..so it's not all bad.
Sunday, September 2, 2007
It's already September
Nothing new to update but just feel compelling to write something..well, first of all, there are a few pictures of a friend's wedding while on Melbourne trip. Will put them up in just a few minutes.
Secondly, there was a lunar eclipse on the night of Tuesday the 28th of August. This is a rare phenomenon and it wont happen again for like another 7 years??
According to a local papers, this occurs whenever the moon passes through some portion of the earth's shadow and when the sun, the earth and the moon are aligned exactly with the earth in the middle and it can only happen on a full moon.
The moon turned blood red at about 10 pm. It was amazingly scary..
Secondly, there was a lunar eclipse on the night of Tuesday the 28th of August. This is a rare phenomenon and it wont happen again for like another 7 years??
According to a local papers, this occurs whenever the moon passes through some portion of the earth's shadow and when the sun, the earth and the moon are aligned exactly with the earth in the middle and it can only happen on a full moon.
The moon turned blood red at about 10 pm. It was amazingly scary..
Saturday, August 18, 2007
Ticket to Srok Khmer
I almost can not believe myself, I have already purchased air ticket home. The trip is not until december which is almost 4 months away but the airfare has been paid for in full...hope it doesnt sound like i'm too desperate hehe..that is not like me at all..i have always been a procrastinator, usually do things in the last minute..take last year as an example, i only decided to pay for the ticket a week before the departure date somehow it costed me arms and legs & ended up paying around five hundred bucks higher than the usual fare.
However, the real reason of me being an early bird is that singapore airline has got special sales starting since July up until 16th August which was yesterday and there is a catch, you would have to pay by the 16th as well..so, it doesnt really change the fact that i am still a pro. .,,this has become a habit ingrained in me....i have always determined to change but sometimes it's easier said than done...i hope i am not in this alone :)
Anyways, can't wait for december to come...have been enduring the cold dry freezing weather for just more than four months now, so much so that it would be extremely good to be able to enjoy the humid sweaty tropical weather of Cambodia and oh there is a best friend's wedding to go to while in srok khmer,,i guess it is a good time to catch up with old friends back from highschool and uni and plus back home to eat mom's home cook meals...so, what more could i ask for @_@
However, the real reason of me being an early bird is that singapore airline has got special sales starting since July up until 16th August which was yesterday and there is a catch, you would have to pay by the 16th as well..so, it doesnt really change the fact that i am still a pro. .,,this has become a habit ingrained in me....i have always determined to change but sometimes it's easier said than done...i hope i am not in this alone :)
Anyways, can't wait for december to come...have been enduring the cold dry freezing weather for just more than four months now, so much so that it would be extremely good to be able to enjoy the humid sweaty tropical weather of Cambodia and oh there is a best friend's wedding to go to while in srok khmer,,i guess it is a good time to catch up with old friends back from highschool and uni and plus back home to eat mom's home cook meals...so, what more could i ask for @_@
Saturday, July 21, 2007
Melbourne Trip
Melbourne Melbourne ...a metropolitan of downunder, upon set foot on this city you'll find it no different than other western cities,,,but i guess the one unique thing about this city is how the CBD has been designed with sky rise builidings built along side Yara river.
When you stroll along the river, especially before dusk, you feel as if you are stress free and want to come back again and again..
When you stroll along the river, especially before dusk, you feel as if you are stress free and want to come back again and again..
When you take holiday, you have to be prepared for the consequences....i.e., the quirky feeling when you come back to work...you're sitting in the office but your mind is flying around or should i say back to work blue..it would take a while to get back to before-the-holiday-mood..
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
The 12th day of June 2007
I've been meaning to get this blog up and running for quite sometime, but just could not find the time to do it.
So now here I am, having my own blog :) well, not sure if I will come back and post things up after tonight ... but will try to make it happen at least perhaps once a week???
Have just seen this show on TV3, Downsize Me, this lady who has been a vegeterian her entire life had signed up to be on the show. She started off with 76 kg something and managed to lose about 6 kg towards the end of the programme. Good on her!! Love the phrase "When vegeterian gone bad" said by the host. When you hear someone is a vegeterian, you're sort of under the impression that they should be slim & healthy. But that is not entirely true and it depends on individual's choice of lifestyle as well.
People need to distinguish between losing fat and losing muscle when it comes to losing weight. Those who are trying to work the extra kilos off need to make sure they get enough protein intake & intense exercise to retain body muscle.
I know I should have worked out more after seeing this show,,,BUT after a full on day at work you just dont have the energy to jump on the gear... oh well,,
So now here I am, having my own blog :) well, not sure if I will come back and post things up after tonight ... but will try to make it happen at least perhaps once a week???
Have just seen this show on TV3, Downsize Me, this lady who has been a vegeterian her entire life had signed up to be on the show. She started off with 76 kg something and managed to lose about 6 kg towards the end of the programme. Good on her!! Love the phrase "When vegeterian gone bad" said by the host. When you hear someone is a vegeterian, you're sort of under the impression that they should be slim & healthy. But that is not entirely true and it depends on individual's choice of lifestyle as well.
People need to distinguish between losing fat and losing muscle when it comes to losing weight. Those who are trying to work the extra kilos off need to make sure they get enough protein intake & intense exercise to retain body muscle.
I know I should have worked out more after seeing this show,,,BUT after a full on day at work you just dont have the energy to jump on the gear... oh well,,
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