Tears

回忆总是美 。分手伤了谁 。谁把他变美
我的眼泪写成了诗已是无所谓

你的品位总是美。

Met an angel last night but the devil broke my heart.

Deafening Silence

Finally the day I dread came. All the while, I thought that I should be able to handle his departure, after all I felt in control of the situation. Alas! I was wrong again this time about my emotions. 

As I drove him back to Yishun tonight, my heart was heavy and our conversation seemed cold. Somewhat to that effect of being contemplative. We spoke little and I could not get him excited about any topic we once would banter and agree on. Maybe the long quiet drive was his way of saying goodbye and we might not meet in awhile. 

He refused to accept my offer to send him to the airport tomorrow morning despite much persuasion. And I left it there as he might have wanted some time alone on the last lap of his Singapore visit. 

He will be dearly missed but i know that my life moves on like a train. He is but all a passenger that came onboard for a quick chat and got off to carry on with his life's journey. But I know that I took a chance to make him stay just a bit longer but all gatherings will have to come to an end, eventually.

I promised my friends that I will be fine and I will be. The road maybe be tough but I will get by with great company. 

Thank you Z for making me feel alive.

不可能的爱

在空当的房间里，我只能看着你的照片。

我的心

今天我对你说了我的感想，但是你没有给我您的回付。

当我第一次看到你的时候就爱上了你，我该怎么办？

你的背影是那么的熟西。你的笑能够点燃我那微不可言的信心。

那就是说明了我对你的 “爱” 吧。

The Article

Hooray! The much-anticipated article is out today on The Business Times- Weekend Edition. Ok, probably the only person anticipating it was me lah. What to do? I must start spreading my happiness to my PR friends. (I presume they will scorn at my short lived happiness as they have gotten much more coverage than this lor) =P

DEDON - The APAC Launch

Finally the DEDON event is over, the weeks of preparation and stress came to an end with a high note. In honesty, I have been involved in planning and running of events since God knows when, but this was especially significant to me as an element of PR was involved. 

2 weeks before the launch, much preparation was involved including the Media RSVP and pitching of appropriate stories to relevant media. This was a tough one with my limited PR exposure at Comms. Trust me, the thought of giving up struck me on several occasions. But being the relentless one, I persevered. 

I learnt many things during this period and one thing that is impt would have to be keeping my cool at all times. No matter how *ucked up some people are, you just have to be in control of the situation. 

Love the event, love my friends who came forward to extend their help to me in making it a success.

The road once more

I wonder if I am actually ok or I am not ok. I try not to think too much about it but it does creep up on me at times of the day. Well, I do feel alright in general and not particularly lonely, but whenever the name flashes on my screen I get a bit lost. To message or not to message. Kinda weird especially when I already sorted out the whole feeling part. 

MUST move on. 

Tyler is great! Managed to get tickets to Kylie. 25t Nov 2008. And please, Kylie, take care of yourself. I cannot imagine you disappointing me once more time. 

Kylie XXX

Show Princess, Kylie is coming to town! Finally after like what seems forever after her breast cancer scare, I was so sure that I may never see the lights of her stage ever again. As I am typing this entry, uncertainty still looms over with regards to the availability after the early birds try to snap up all the tickets to her 25th Nov show. 

This brings me back to the blistering cold that I went through just to queue up for tickets to her Perth Show Girl concert. That fateful morning at the Perth Concert Hall, I queued in the early of all mornings to secure seats to her concert. Seated on the stone cold floor, the only comfort was seeing her showgirl poster with beautiful feathers. ok. Too drama.

Anyway, Tyler is trying to get us tickets and if he does get them. Hooray! If not, i think i have suffered enough disappointments to understand that it take great determination to watch the princess life in concert.

Wish me luck!

Flying high

I had the most amazing and shitty week all in one. Cannot imagine the amount of last minute cries from clients and I made a mistake with regards to an appointment date. That completely erased the worth I held high for myself. Well, I am not superman after all and there will always be times that I will slip and make a mistake or two.

To pull myself together takes a lot more work than I thought. But with Z in town, I had to pull together the most excellent act. It took much work to choreograph the entire act, from dinner to drinks and back to planning what to do in sunny Singapore for someone that seems to know Singapore better than I do.

The highlight on our excursions would have to be The Singapore Flyer. Yes! I have been putting off doing this one thing that I thought was of no benefit, until today. Running around trying to secure the tickets seems almost impossible. High above the skies with some strangers, it erased the weird anxiety that was upon me for the last few hours. It was how you would term it …. a breath of fresh air.

Dinners with the guys were equally amazing with M trying to communicate in a language so alien to her. Alright, she did understand the conversation, but I enjoyed translating it for her. hahaha..

Was the best weekend in a long time.

Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love

Come Home

This is my favourite song for now.....actually it has been for a long time and I managed to find this version so far. This song was the reason why I watch SoundWaves twice. 

Branding sees no politics

For all that grumbling about the ERP rates and NOW increase in bus fares. This morning while watching PTM something struck me hard on the head. Would I lend a voice to the opposition party? It is evident why the opposition party has no means of surviving in a country monopolised by PAP. They lack branding! What is with the hammer? What is it with Sylvia? They need to understand that without a fresh face and some cool "uniforms" they will not succeed. That is why the PAP has done so well all these years. They keep themselves up to date. I mean....think about this, if the worker's party doesn't sound good...it so won't work. However, if I named the party, say INCONTRO or maybe SENSO hey! It might just work. Use some nice font type give it a fresh modern look and there you go....people will vote for you. 

It is all about that packaging lor. If you cannot beat on substance, then try something else. Think PAP, their uniforms may all be white, at least it looks crisp and clean. White is purity, not some muddy looking yellow? White signifies that they are not corrupted ....... Even the website language speaks volume lor. 

http://www.wp.org.sg/wordpress/index.php

http://www.pap.org.sg/

Contact me if you think you are ready to move the party forward.

OOooPPs....I think I was meant to be highlightng on the new MTV for NDP 2008. I am sooooooo swoon over by this MTV....See it for yourselves to believe.

PaPa Preach to moi

Living in a country with constant increase in ERP prices and Pontianaks carrying umbrellas at the carparks just make it sound like a horror movie. I dare say I rather live on Elm street, at least I know that something will come behind my back and I will scream my heads off. But I have resigned myself to the increasing standard of living in Singapore with little of none salary increment. *Gasp* Scary!

Propaganda is something so often seen around the world. Without realising it, we have already been ganda-fied. My only complaint with this virus would be the lack in creativity of how this is all done. Imagine the same all boring news of Singapore having the most efficient airport in the world to Garden City concept with even the HDB flats taking headlines.

But this, I say is the most innovative and creative way to reach out to the fellow citizens of Singapore. Sound Waves 2008. My unexpected participation to WATCH the show turned out more pleasant than I hoped for. The whole musical was strung together through a mix of dances, acting and music. The multimedia work was perfection. (Almost except for the adaptation of Singapore flyer to be a clock!) If Hitler was alive, he would be kicking himself silly for not thinking that the music and dance could actually be his most lethal weapon to conquer the world. 

Elena Wang mesmerized me with her dance steps with pitch perfect singing and George...well...can't imagine a Singaporean could go so far so very far in Broadway and decided to give it up for find his roots here. And Emeric, what have you done to yourself? The writing and dialogue was not a single bit like what I have known you to write. Hey! Even the e-mail that you send me are not in the same "language". This is tooooooooo layman and mainstream lah.

In summary, if propaganda came in a musical like soundwaves, please Hitler... ... take me away. 

The White Rabbit brings us IN

The White Rabbit a fictional character brought to life by Lewis Caroll in his famous book Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. And this very evening, the rabbit came along and ushered us into wonderland…

Set in Dempsey Road, The White Rabbit took pride in converting the old Ebenezer chapel into a magnificent restaurant. Remnants of the chapel could still be seen in the many detailing from the mosaic covered floor and stain glass windows. It was how I would put it, “a dream come true to dine with the Gods.” Excellent choice of furniture accented and created the mood to feast.

Done with the good and now comes the bad. The de

vil may have heard of this divine sanctuary and decided to create chaos in the kitchen. We were seated by 8.45pm and starters arrived only slightly pass 10pm. I had high hopes for the food as Sous Chef was famed to have arrived from Shanghai from the kitchen of Justin Kuek. The items that were ordered came at awkward intervals. At a go, we could be served with 5 starters and after, the next round of starters came about only after 45 mins. Imagine the frustration from the gang.

Not one of the dishes from starter to main came about as satisfactory. I had weird “wanton” like soup.

In summary, there are room for improvements with the service and food. It is after all a restaurant and the food should be of a satisfactory level. A chance must be given to their effort to bring the lifestyle scene in Singapore to another high. Hopefully, our comments have been seriously taken into account and looking forward to more visits to this gorgeous place.

When will Autumn come?

French Couturier

Excerpt from Pierre Berge

"I don't know how to do it because I never would have left you. Have we ever left each other before? Even if I know that we will never share a surge of emotion before a painting or a work of art."

The day I turned "fashionable"

Today while on the way to Shaw Centre, the taxi driver asked me.

Driver: "Are you in retail?"

Me: With hesitation "Kinda in retail." (I do mall and retail branding mah)

Driver: "Fashion designer?" (Coz I was fashionably dressed mah)

Me: "Nope." (wanted to say yes...after all, I was designing uniforms for the club)

That brief conversation made my day. After all, I would rather be know as the guy that is into this whole lifestyle thing. 

Sucker!

Sex was so good

Well, sex was never so good till tonight. I could feel the adrenaline and high rushing through my veins. Every second was intense, pleasurably the best sex i have ever had. Foreplay was there and so was *uCk. There was an audience and there was sushi. Clothes came off and clothes went on. Shoes throttled on me with gowns sweeping past me.

Yes....the long awaited movie final brought my desires came to an end.

2hrs and more just fluttered away like birds on my head. SATC movie was not a letdown at all. After the years of following the season, I felt connected with the 4 leading actresses. It was more than just a movie / serial. It was an expression of a lifestyle that a common Singaporean can only dream about. Friends that stick with you through thick and thin and shouting at bastardly BFs for their fickle love. 

Min was with me for the movie and I really appreciate company from her. It is not everyone that understands the bond that I share with this girls. The emotions just flowed naturally and we gasped at the gorgeous shoes. 

SATC made me realise the precious friendship that one can only wish for. Luckily, I know that I have friends that are always there for me when I need them.  

Gimme one more cosmopolitan please.......

Body Combat!

Did my first Body Combat class today! 

Eat & Shop

There has been much talk about me jetsetting around the region in the past year. I have actually lost count of the number of times I am on board a flight since last June. All that I know right now is that I am penning this entry onboard a flight back into Singapore.

 The journey was short but I managed to achieve what I had set out this trip to be.

1. To spend some quality time with an old friend, Phil
2. Visit Macau due to the recent accounts that I have been placed under
3.  Not to shop at ALL (FAILED)
4. Research on new malls in Hongkong.

I have known Phil for the past7-8 years and we have bonded and grew together in different cities. He has always been an inspiration to me as I saw him started small and now traveling all over the world with his job. From a Malaysian, he worked towards being a Singaporean and now happily residing in Hong kong with a PR status on his way.

He guided me and gave me pointers on career decisions and being “to the point”. For this trip, his main objective was to convince me that working in HK is the best option for now. He strongly thinks that I am ready to take on the city with my cosmopolitan outlook and international appeal. (Basically, he knows that I lurveeee the lifestyle & shopping)

Hong Kong has never looked so good to me. Being the third time and the shortest duration that I have spent here, I have found that despite the busy lifestyle of the individuals, the quality of life for a young executive like me is very delicious. The nightlife here is vibrant and the F&B situation is immense. Time to sit down and reevaluate my current situation in Singapore. Honestly, my friends in SG are now involved in their personal life and it is even harder than before to just sit down and enjoy time together. I won’t say that I feel left out, cause I know that they try to engage me in whatever little time they have off from work and social responsibilities. But probably this is making me lonelier without work taking center stage. On this topic, Ms Chan is also making me worried, with him far from us. He is meant to stay put in SG and no out wondering in some alien city with awful people. Just stay in SG and bitch with us over drinks. Much better isn’t it?

Now that I am on the way back, I am starting to be in a panic again with the amount of work that I could be facing soon. Especially with my reservist on the way, I can sense trouble brewing. Time to set out the strategy during my absence, before anyone gets “hurt”

bye for now as I get on with my music.

 

XOXO

Gossip Boi

 

Shanghai - The cosmopolitan city of the Orient

Shanghai is a city where East and West concoct a blend of cosmopolitan living. The tune that resonates in my mind would be from the theme song of the famous drama serial starring Chow Yun Fatt. The mystery has always been to me what is all so great about this city? Shanghai is known to the Chinese as the future of China. Beijing for that matter is the current and Xian claims to be the past.

This short business trip was slotted in during the busiest period of my social life. With the opening play of the Peranakan museum, I was clamoring for more time. Left on Sunday afternoon straight after the first performance of the play and arrived late at night in Shanghai. Just minutes after I arrived, I was to discuss the procedure of the Brand Workshop with Saxone.

During my extended stay in Shanghai, I was very much indulging in the sights of the city. Not so much of the sounds as I was deafened by the rude conversations from the Chinese. But I must agree that Shanghai has the hardware of any international city in the world. Skyscrapers all over and lights to fill the streets past midnight.

The highlight of the trip was a guest appearance by Alvin. Was touched as he made an effort to change his schedule just to meet me in Shanghai. We only got to spend a late afternoon and evening together but that was good enough. We trawled the streets for shopping and had horrible Japanese food somewhere near Raffles City. Luckily, the evening was made beautiful by our venture to the top of Park Hyatt at Pudong side. The view was breathtaking, everything seemed so much smaller from up there. 

Oh well, in summary, my trip to Shanghai was so-so......not a favourite city of mine. Even with the beautiful architecture, the Shanghainese were still unable to pull off the cosmopolitan living.

Splendorous Bali

The beauty of Bali cannot be depicted just by her lovely sights and sounds. Her beauty is derived from the fine culture and finesse of the Balinese people. My short stay in Bali has made me fallen in love with yet another island. This time, with so much more poise and artistic sharing. 

Every second spent on the island fell onto scores like musical notes. Serenading my holiday with love notes and soft whispers. By the end of the trip, I was rejuvenated once more. I know this is not my last trip to Bali but it opened more doors to possibilities of exploring this island.

A lovely time spent with a wonderful friend and a soul mate.

*Muacks*

Jet Set, Ready Go!

All packed in Earth Pacs and ready to leave for Bali! My ooooohhhhhh....so virgin trip. =)

Birthday wishes

Happy Birthday to Moi!

This blog entry is dedicated to the best wishes I received on this special day.

SMSes

Travis: Happy birthday to u, happy birthday to u, happy birthday to adrian, happy birthday to u. May all yr wishes come true.

Vin & Edward: Hi, wish you a Happy Birthday! May your dream come true at this special day. With love vin & edward.

Emeric: Happy birthday dear! Hugs.

Jocelyn: Happy birthday sweetheart! Xxx. Lots of hugs, Joce

Clifford: Happy birthday (From Australia)

Brian: Hey dearest. Happy birthday!

Kokila: Hi Dear Adrian.wishing u a very Happy Birthday.hav a great day da.

Gabriel Wong: Happy birthday adrian! Gabriel :-)

Min: Darling! Happy happy birthday!!I love u.

Dennis Key: Happy birthday you naughty boy :)

Don Lim: Happy birthday, Enjoy! Dont be like ian and act virgin. Heh

MSNs

| the tenacious cat | 

happy birthday, hunnybunny!!

*hugs*

Eagle  (G)  (^)  HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!! kiss1

.: Ash :. is in Singapore !  Happy Birthday !!!!

to what we own life?  Happy Birthday

May all your wishes coem true

iAN happy birthday old hag!

Happy Birthday Mummy! :) 

hey Happy Birthday! (^) many happy returns!

1285 happy birthday!!!

Jon.W || Back and Burnt: Happy Birthday dudee! :0

Phone Calls

Phil Chin

In My Arms

Only Kylie can carry off an MTV with such psychedelic colours. Awesome!

BCBG Max Azria

BCBG refers to Bon Chic Bon Genre "Good Style, Good Class". 

A French acronym, it is now synonymous to the Fashion Empire BCBG Max Azria Group. Conceptualize by Max, this company caters to the Modern Woman that appreciates wearable couture fashion.

My client Salon Le Point sponsored the hair for this evening event. The whole store was decked out in visuals of cup cakes and all things sweet. Even the runway was in sweet pink. Pretty was definitely the highlight for the night. The models hair twirled to finesse and modern chic. 

What surprised me was the  immaculate design and tailoring found in the dresses of the shop. Zips were nicely hidden and seams flowed with the silhouette of the models. Perfect icing was the choice of models with an icelandic or somewhat Hungarian look that gave life to the collection by Mrs Loban. 

Splashes of colours inspired by the "Umbrella" French Musical gave a twist to how Singaporeans should be decked in for this Spring/Summer Collection. 

Why am I ON it?

A particular client of mine that has been with me for the past year has really killed my whole respect for them. EVERYONE on that job including the architects are downright DIM! They have no F**king idea on how to project manage and this is making it super difficult to handle. 

So they claim to be the mall of the future! Future my *** lor...... I am so upset on the e-mail requests and they completely do not make sense. This is definitely affecting how I feel towards my job. If only I had the choice to fire them off my list of clients. Sighz.....this is making me weak emotionally. Darn!

A darn bad feel about the project. Bleah!

Who Says 20Twenty CEO doesn't do events? (Courtesy of Cindy Sim)

Yes..it has been a long time since I last blogged about anything in my life. But this is definitely worth archiving.



"We're not party planner, we don't plan events other than press conferences"

Yah right! So what is soooooo..... wrong about being party planners? He got to where he is today (wherever that is) through the parties.