Stress & Rest

I was really stressed in the day plus the library somehow brought on my allergic reaction, my nose started getting stuffy. Going to get some rest tomorrow.

Happy 77th Birthday!

Here's wishing my father a Happy 77th Birthday!

May you always enjoy good health and good fortune!

Midnight Mint Mocha

I couldn't resist any drink that has mint in it. Tried out the latest Starbucks drink, Midnight Mint Mocha. It was very chocolatey and minty! I could hardly taste the coffee in it so that is good since I am not a fan of coffee. :P

Preparation

This is going to be one of the high stakes presentation for me. My team and I have been preparing the presentation for a month now. It is now the final cut. 

Unwell

Woke up with a sore throat. Really worried as I have a high stakes presentation next week. No choice, better rest. 

Avengers: Infinity War

This is one movie that I must not miss on the big screen! I will find the time! 

The Funny Reality

There is a reason why I love working with students. This simple drawing by one of my counsellees is why! It is the reality but I couldn't stop laughing. 

Back to Back

I had back to back meetings today. 
First meeting on campus (1030-1230pm) and then running off to a school meeting in Toa Payoh area (2-3pm) and then back to campus for another meeting (4-6pm). Really exhausted by the end of the day. 

Comfort Food

I had a much needed break with this sumptuous asparagus rice with cream sauce (vegetarian). Sometimes, all that one needs for a break is just comfort food. :)

Souvenirs from NYC

Some colleagues came back AERA 2018 Conference in New York City nd got me these sweet souvenirs! 

Goblin's I will Go to You like the First Snow

My younger girl, Juliane requested for me to put this up. 

I Will Go to You like the First Snow by Ailee (uploaded by TamTam Lyrics)  

Goblin's Beautiful

A song request by Juliane from Goblin 
Beautiful by Crush (uploaded by xFictionShadowMV5 xtvN)

84th Singapore Company Girls' Brigade 8th Enrolment Service @SCGS

I attended Juliane's 84th Singapore Company Girls' Brigade 8th Enrolment Service @SCGS. I feel really proud to see how she has grown over the past year. I also managed to catch up with my ex-student who is now Juliane's Biology and Girls' Brigade teacher! 

Juliane (front row middle) performing the winning marching drill with her team mates

My ex-student, Arlene

My ex-student who is now Juliane's teacher

Mid-Week Respite

A much needed mid-week respite - Mango Bingsu! 

饮水思源

I saw this in a school I visited today, 饮水思源. 
It has a lot of meaning for me personally because my mother always taught my brother and I since young that we must always 饮水思源 which literally means when we drink, we must think of its source. In plain words, it means that we must be grateful for our blessings, never take things for granted and never forget one's origins. 

Apologies for the Silence

I have been very busy at work since my work portfolio has expanded and have not been updating my blog regularly. :( Sincere apologies. 
I must find time and get back to my blogging as it is a form of me time for me. I need to take better care of myself! 

Singapore Laksa Potato Crisps

I saw this and decided to buy it to try. 
It isn't spicy and taste really like laksa. :)

Friday the 13th

Whether it is a lucky or unlucky day, it is up to one to decide how to make the most of the day. 

Self-Care

I will take this to heart.

"You Could Practice More Self-Care"

You would like to practice self-care more often, but it's hard to find the time! Try giving yourself just a few minutes every now and then. Even taking a few deep breaths can help. While you may not have the spare time to take care of yourself, you don't have time to be stressed either. Your happiness, health, and well-being matter. So try to put yourself first a little more often.

Do You Practice Self-Care?

Imagination vs Reality

Students never fail to amaze me. Sometimes they are really smarter than adults. 

Just Curious

... how many people still play Candy Crush?

"Smiley Face"

Miss Sherlock

I heard there is going to be a new Sherlock tv series from Japan on HBO. Judging from the trailers I have seen so far, I can't wait for it! Miss Sherlock and Dr Wato-San. Brilliant! 

Netflik

Have been hearing about this for the longest time from colleagues about all the amazing shows. But do I have time to watch tv?! 

Sakura

This is the closest I will ever get to see Sakura. To be more precise, a piece of sakura floating in my latte! 

Sakura Shiratama Latte & Matcha Kuromitsu Latte

The Plaid Test

Nothing wrong with being conventional.

"You Are Conventional"

You are organized and productive. You know how to spend your time wisely. Following the rules feels natural to you. You can't imagine living outside the law. You don't really appreciate strangeness. You feel put off by eccentricities. You would rather follow the straight and narrow, even if it's a bit boring. There's nothing wrong with boring!

The Plaid Test

New Hobby?

Hmm, time to try a new hobby?

"You Are Photography"

You are a very observant person. You can't tune out the world around you, so you pay careful attention to it. You prefer to be the one who blends into the scenery, so that you can totally appreciate the scenery. You tend to see things that other people miss. You have an artist's eye. You can turn anything into art. Photography is the perfect hobby for you because you can just hang back, watch, and create.

What Hobby Are You?

Goblin's Stay with Me

Goblin's Stay with me by Chanyeol & Punch. Maybe I should watch the series from first episode to the final episode. 
(uploaded by CJENMMUSIC Official)

April Fools' Day

Some of the news will be fake news today. Haha.