Me

I think all bloggers do this, at one time or another. This is my blog, so here goes:


I like (in no particular order):

1. watching the sun set on a beach (and hearing the sound of the waves)

2. reading a good novel in the afternoon in my favourite corner, soft music in background. If it rains, even better.

3. hearing my children squeal with joy on seeing me -- especially after a tiring day at work

4. my family get-togethers especially the annual one involving the whole clan

5. prowling electronics stores to look, feel and gape at new gadgets, preferably digital cameras and big-screen TVs. Oh, when will prices drop to a level I can afford?

6. the camaraderie of friends sharing their experiences, problems and solutions without being judgmental

7. travelling, but prefer the East. Been to Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong and of course, Singapore. Would like to see Korea and especially Japan. Don't ask why but I think I have this complex that Westerners look down on us yellow-skinned Oriental natives. Some will say I'm out of my mind to have rejected two trips -- one to France and another to Florida -- in the last year.

8. scouring for new restaurants to dine in once a month with the Missus (no kids!)

9. going to the movies alone, sitting as near to the screen as possible (I like my effects vivid)

10. my father-in-law's superb Hakka mee (at his stall) and his home-cooked meals/soft-boiled eggs with kaya-and-butter toast


I hate it when:

1. there is no reply to my e-mail, SMSes or calls

2. I have to eat leftovers. Cold soup, yucks!

3. I have to deal with opinionated people

4. my newspapers are read first

5. surprises are sprung on me at the last minute

6. I work my butt off for years and someone else's butt gets promoted

7. I try my best and my intentions are misconstrued

8. changes occur around me. For instance, I am always sad for days when colleagues resign, friends leave for outstation jobs, familiar faces do not make an appearance and even when neighbours move. The closure of a favourite shop can also momentarily throw me off-balance.

9. people do not keep promises. To me, a man's worth is judged by his integrity and by his word.

10. I meet rich people and they yak patronisingly about what they own, play, eat or do. Like, do I care?


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