In less than 7 hours’ time, I’ll be flying off again to someplace where there’s only us.
i’m really quite excited and looking forward to the time we’ll be spending together - exploring a new destination and going through some new experiences along the way.
wish me all the best! i can’t wait!
After a massive shopping trip at Bangkok, I’ve made my way back to our sunny city with almost excessive baggage and absolutely penniless (in terms of Baht currency, of course).
Once back at work, tons of emails and preparing for my work trip to Helsinki, Finland have kept me so busy that I haven’t managed to blog about my Bangkok trip in richer details.
It has been only less than a week, and I had to go off to Helsinki again. Although it’s supposed to be the beginning of summertime here, it’s still at an extremely chilly 5 deg cels. i’m freezing my toes off as we speak.
i’ve been here for almost 2 days now but haven’t managed to do any sightseeing…my days are occupied with seminars (afterall, this is a work trip) but i’m hoping to get some free time during my trip to look around and get the feel of this city.
it’s almost 2AM in this part of the world now and i really should hit the bed before i start dozing off in my seminars tomorrow, or technically, today.
more later!
sweet dreams to me, and good morning to you.
p/s: and i’m missing you dearly. really wish that you were here too.
note: this is a backdated post
roses have always been highly sought-after as it is the ultimate symbol of love, especially in the victorian times where the flower has inspired many famous poets and playwrights such as william shakespeare in their literary works.
an ardent fan of literature works based on the victorian times, it would come as no surprise that roses will be my favorite flowers too. to be specific, red roses.
the fiery red color signifies burning passion that threatens to scald the bearer, in contrast to its tender petals that feel like silk to the touch. this blatant contrast seems to hold a special attraction for me.
anyhow, the point of this post -
thank you for this.
as much as i loved the flowers, it was more the thought and effort that you’ve went through to find out that these were my favorites that touched me more.
i know that this is back-dated, but this is one of the significant moments in my life and it needs to be in here.
finally i’ve taken a step forward after much hesitation and doubts - and one of the major factors is that you’ve inspired me enough for me to overcome my fears to risk it again.
for that, i thank you.
and i’m looking forward to us.
最近发生了很多事，不知道从何说起。
心情起伏不定，却又表达不出来。
既然有口难言，就让歌曲说出心情的写照。。。
每次听到这首歌，都觉得感触很深。
也许是歌词写的感人，还是歌手感情丰富。
无论怎样，她都唱出了某些感受， 某些伤痛。。。让听的人产生共鸣。
就希望当这首歌唱完时，感触也就此结束。
i used to listen to the radio alot, especially in my secondary school days. during the days when i was studying for my o levels prelims and examinations at the world trade centre, perfect ten, 933 and class 95 were my constant companions. i could recite which djs were playing at which time of the day off the top of my head without giving it any thought then.
however, when mp3s and ipod players were popularised, everything changed. listening to the radio became an obselete activity - for me at least.
while at work today, a sudden urge to listen to the radio striked me… i don’t know why but couldn’t care less. i whipped out my earphones, plugged them into the ibook and began to stream class95. right up to this moment, i’m still listening to it.
class95 is truly a classic channel. i’ve heard alot of old songs…(by old, i don’t mean ancient songs like the ’smoke gets in your eyes’ type…i mean songs that were overplayed during my secondary school days). these songs brought back alot of memories, especially of my younger days during late teens.
just moments ago, the station played a song which striked me particularly hard. it shouldn’t be too hard to guess which song it is, right?
‘n sync - this i promise you.
yes, it’s a cheesy boyband song, the lyrics are blatant, mushy, over-the-top etc. i know.
but listening to it…reminds me of a very special someone in my past.
someone that i have always remembered…and will always remember.
someone whose hug i can never forget despite the many years that have passed.
someone who never forgets my birthday every year…and never fails to send me a birthday greeting. every year - even when we’ve not been in contact for years, except during my birthdays.
someone who taught me the meaning of heartache.
someone who i’ve always refused to eliminate from my life…by keeping his number in my mobile and his image by my side.
someone whom i can’t look at in the eye…because i fear that he might see how vulnerable i was to him.
someone who made me afraid of the the anguish which might come later - should i allow myself to be overly happy when i was with him.
someone who overwhelmed me so much…that i once placed him on top of bosom friendships.
someone who caused me fear and the tendancy to run and avoid when it came to relationships.
i’m sure most of you will have a song…that will remind you of someone special in various phrases of your life.
he doesn’t have only one. he has a few.
not only that, he was someone who made me believe that the things they sing in cheesy love songs…can be real.
and this song, is one of those theme songs.
‘N Sync - This I Promise You
When the visions around you,
Bring tears to your eyes
And all that surround you,
Are secrets and lies
I’ll be your strength,
I’ll give you hope,
Keeping your faith when it’s gone
The one you should call,
Was standing here all along..
And I will take
You in my arms
And hold you right where you belong
Till the day my life is through
This I promise you
This I promise you
I’ve loved you forever,
In lifetimes before
And I promise you never…
Will you hurt anymore
I give you my word
I give you my heart (give you my heart)
This is a battle we’ve won
And with this vow,
Forever has now begun…
Just close your eyes (close your eyes)
Each loving day (each loving day)
I know this feeling won’t go away (no..)
Till the day my life is through
This I promise you..
This I promise you..
Over and over I fall (over and over I fall)
When I hear you call
Without you in my life baby
I just wouldn’t be living at all…
And I will take (I will take you in my arms)
You in my arms
And hold you right where you belong (right where you belong)
Till the day my life is through
This I promise you baby
Just close your eyes
Each loving day (each loving day)
I know this feeling won’t go away (no..)
Every word I say is true
This I promise you
Every word I say is true
This I promise you
Ooh, I promise you…
no, don’t be mistaken. i’m not depressed or anything like that.
after all these years, it has become a kind of bitter-sweet feeling… and if given a choice to live that part of my life again, i might just choose to walk the same path.
he taught me love, pain, longing, betrayal and fear. but most importantly, because of him, i’ve learnt to find strength within myself…after alot of damage and internal struggles.
but hey, i’ve lived.
i wonder where and how is he, right now at this moment…
It’s been a long time since I’ve blogged. Feeble as it may sound, work and friends have really been taking up all of my time.
So many events have passed, without a trace of a word or entry. Christmas…New Year…and now, it’s Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s day - a day to celebrate your love for your significant other. It’s supposed to be a day of love and happiness, of showing how you feel towards the one your heart strings are tugged to. However, why does it seem to be causing so much grief amidst the singles and the attached?
Single people feel especially vulnerable while attached people bemoan about having to plan and prepare to surprise and delight their loved ones. So no matter which side of the fence you fall on, it’s a lose-lose situation.
It has only been half a day, and I’ve heard more than enough grouses just because of this Valentine’s day. It really irks and saddens me at the same time.
Yes, being single myself, I do understand the ‘peer pressure’ and envy that one might feel while looking at all the lovey-dovey couples on the street. I’ve gone through that phrase myself too. But, upon taking one step back, I realised that how you feel regarding V-day really depends on your mindset. You call the shots.
V-day’s really just another day. Treat it as such, and you’ll be fine.
Take it from me!
On a side note, to all my beloved friends:
Happy Valentine’s Day. Know that I will always love you, even when I’m overly caught up in work. I’ve always kept you where you ought to be - in my mind, and my heart.
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