Challenge #1: Stairs.

Before 2012 ended, I had in mind that I would do something different in 2013. Something that I have never done before. Something that will challenge me, whether mentally, physically or emotionally or in any way.

I took a 6 months break from any physical activities due to some health issues back in 2012, and it is now decided that I want back in into exercise and sports and some running. One major problem, that's all. My stamina is now in negative. Like really negative, and I'm becoming more lazy that I have ever been. Don't know if its because age is catching up, but whatever it is, it has got to stop.

I actually miss playing floorball. Like a lot. So, before I resume my weekly training every Saturday, I thought perhaps I need to do certain things to slowly gain back the stamina that I've lost (yes, I'd like to think that last time my stamina quite good. Heh :P).

And so.. I came up with this challenge.

It is the STAIRS CHALLENGE.

A very simple challenge, but with the level of my laziness now, it's gonna be a tough one. But if I did it, it increases my mental strength, stamina and probably would help firm my behind :) 

So, everyday (with no day off) I will have to WALK UP the stairs whether it's at home or going to the office. One thing about this challenge is that I don't have to walk down using stairs. Just the going UP part. Cool huh.

The challenge supposed to start the day after my birthday but it got delayed because I was not "ready"! Finally, decided to focus and put my mind into it and started on the 15th. So far, so good. We (Koay decided to join in when he's with me) wanted to climb 23 floors up to Julian and Yee Ling's amazing home last night but couldn't cos their stairs are locked up for security purposes. Another plus points to getting a house at Surin. 

There is no limit to any challenge I'm gonna give myself. You know, like one week don't use Twitter and stuff like that. Anything of my challenge will have to be an ongoing one. So, I am being very careful when I create one for myself. I want to make sure I can do it and at the same time, it challenges me.

I'm actually in the midst of going into Challenge #2! To be revealed real soon..

Laugh and Cry.

My emotions in two extreme mode in the span of few hours.

How? Why?

Watched these videos la. 

Both also MUST WATCH!

If you watch all three and didn't laugh and then shed tears, you not a human and there's something wrong with youuuu!

CNY Convoy 2013.

On the third day of Chinese New Year...

Nine dudes.

Five dudettes.

Three cars.

Nine houses.

Thirty-six oranges.

Twelve hours.

Eleven green tops.

Three green bottoms.

Nine prayers.

Endless laughters.

Priceless moments made.

BLESSED CHINESE NEW YEAR TO ALL.

Hari Jadi Best.

Because birthdays get harder each year, I decided that this year I would embrace every moment of it. Started at twelve am sharp at home after reunion dinner. Got home, feeling even more hyper and awake and celebrated in my own way. Koay came over and handed me THE thing.

Yes, THE thing that I had already seen and used once. THE thing that he took home and re-wrap it. THE thing that came with a handmade written card. He's a kind. Definitely a kind. 

all written in bahasa melayu :)

A sweet and memorable way to accept the fact that I'm now in my mid twenties *swallows hard* 

At this point of my life, I thank God that this verse *points to the top header* is a promise from Him to me, and to all of you :)

itwasagreatbirthday.

Two 5.

No updates because I have been so busy enjoying every bit of this season and embracing the hard truth. 

 *tells myself* it's just a number, it's just a number.. one year wiser, me! :)

This festive = non-stop eating. 

Manual Off.

Eve of Chinese New Year.

If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook or Twitter, you would have already known that I did quite a lot this morning. Washed two cars, vacuumed one and polished glass windows of one. And I woke up earlier than my working days. *pats self*

Anyways, after that we went to shop at Queens for a while cos I forgot that I needed a black tube for my dress. Haha. And then this happened. So spontaneous.

Driving lesson for free for Van. But Koay insisted that I try first. And I did. And all I can say is that NO MANUAL CAR FOR ME. Not now. Not ever. He wanted me to know learn so that I can be behind his wheels when he's tired, like today when he had only 3 hours of sleep. He tries to take as many small sleeps when he can as it's going to be a long day today. Poor thing. And Van behind, she sleeps everytime she's in a moving vehicle. NO KIDDING! So yeah, manual car drivers are insanely hardworking. *salutes*

So, Van's turn. I almost puked when I was inside. So, I stood by the roadside and watched them. So smart me :) beginner semua mesti macam ni. I pun sama. 

Vanessa: How to let down the hand brek ah?

Koay and Me: *looks at each other*

Master of manual car giving lessons to don't-know-anything-about-driving girl.

Mati enjin tak tau berapa kali tapi normal la tu. Got progress d! :)

ON ANOTHER NOTE! I got my early birthday gift from Koay! I love love love love itt! :))

steamboatandbabyniecesin2hours :)

Corporate Appreciation Night.

Eastin Hotel organized a party to appreciate all the corporate that has been faithfully using their service for the past years, and Holiday Tours & Travel Penang was invited to be part of it. We even sponsored a trip for two to Cameron Highlands. So, needless to say, I was chosen to attend this amazing dinner with my two bosses, Head of Sales and Head of Sales and Tour! Such honor I had :)

I was reluctant to go at first because my college peeps were having "reunion" that same night! But cannot escape! So, still go la. Did not regret for sure. Haha.

Theme was Old Shanghai Night means we've gotta wear cheongsam! But we were not told.

:)

Like how the menu is not in typical booklet.

This kind of event sure got Yee Sang. I never know how to eat and never will like to eat this.

But still had to take some. So, I took more salmon than whatever that's the rest. Haha.

Double Boiled Kampung Chicken soup with Ginseng. BEST SOUP EVER EATEN IN HOTEL! Okay, maybe the second best since the really best that I ever had was in my sister's wedding! That one also double boiled soup with black chicken or something!

Steamed duck with dried scallops and fish maw. This one also very awesome. The rest of other foods I never take d because the lucky draw took place and then Kumar happened. Haha.

Never.get.anything.at.all. *don't believe in luck*

I have to say that the performances throughout the entire night was amazingly great. Though they lipsing to the the songs played, their quick changing of costumes and dance moves were awesome. And their costumes not like all one piece and doesn't look easy to be put on in such a short time.

And then we had this beer drinking contest for ladies. But because not all ladies drink and some are vegans, they changed it to a glass of coke. The lady in the center won this challenge and then challenged one random dude from the crowd for beer. And won! Overall, she won a hotel stay worth RM5000! Crazy alcoholic girl.

Venessa Diamonds Fashion Show. Saw one that I really liked, and for now can dream about it only. Heh.

My two lady boss :)

Highlight of the whole event. Laughed till I missed my dessert. So gooood.

laughteristhebestmedicine.