November Monthly Post

Can't believe I haven't been typing for so long. So much has happened, from work to people around me to holidays. Went to Taiwan and Bangkok last month during my long break. Most importantly, the biggest transition in my working life - moving to Vietnam once the visa is done. The entire process has taken a while and to be very honest, it's a little frustrating. Am very nervous yet excited to start a new journey and I have been looking forward to this day everyday now.

In terms of personal development, I guess I am entering a different phase of my career that I started behaving differently as compared to last time. I know what I want, my values and am a little more firmed as compared to my old self. No one is in charge of your future. Your growth is in your hand and do not let other people's thoughts belittle you. Always have faith and believe in yourself. Never stop learning and stay out of your comfort zone!

July Monthly Post

Feeling envious about others isn't going to change anything about yourself. What we can do is to focus to be a stronger person and a somebody that people look up to. Strive towards your goal and cut off all your distractions. Minor things in life can pull you away. Your attitude determines who you are. If you are going to spend this minute wasting your life away, do not regret in the future. Whoever you are today is all caused by your past!

Half of the year has gone. Good that you are constantly reviewing yourself but you are still very far from your ideal person. Constantly remind yourself to become a better person everyday. Have a peaceful and clear mind every morning.

May Monthly Post

For the past 2 weeks, I have realised a change in my attitude. I have gotten very short tempered. When I feel like commenting, I would blurt out the words. I literally write all my emotions on my face that people have started to read and judge me. Then I start asking myself, "what happen to me?" I once said before that I am not a very nice person either but I would consciously control my emotions. So it is time to take time off from everything to reflect. Ever since I stopped swimming, I have also stopped exercising altogether. Again, I ask myself, "what has happened?"

Recently, I attended a short EQ course over 2 days. I started reflecting on what is my life all about, why am I doing certain things and whether I am driving myself towards a direction. This week itself, I felt totally burnt out. I guess my frustration and my inability to control my emotions are the signals of me being a lil lost in my life. Lucky thing is I have those people around me that constantly remind me that my role is to be a better me every day.

So I picked up. I shut my brain from everything on Friday night and went for a jog on Saturday evening. I can only run a mere 2km now. But I believe, I have a will to change and I will successfully steer myself back to my initial course again.

Remember to constantly remind yourself to stop at checkpoints on this marathon to ask yourself where you are now, how did you get here and if you are still on track to your life goals.

Cheers x

Bits and Bobs; Thean Chun [Ipoh Part 6]

It was scorching hot and we decided to have a try at Bits & Bobs. Nothing to shout about. I actually struggled "sucking" the ice while rolling it. That is the correct way to eat it. It is pretty difficult to finish the ball alone so wiser to share! 

If I am not mistaken, the area is called Kong Heng square, artsy place. There are a few cafes around too. Spot Plan B and you may stop. Good spot to snap photos.

We then dropped by the famous Thean Chun before heading back to KL. 

Famous Chee Cheong Fun by old uncle

Ever famous Ipoh Hor Fun

 I am not a food blogger so do not expect me to write a full review of the food. Plus, this is meant to be a relaxing trip. We didn't feel that hungry to try out most of the Ipoh food.

Street Art @ Ipoh [Ipoh Part 5]

If you love taking portrait photos and you have no background to go with, street art can be the best background ever. Started from Penang and then Ipoh, street art is becoming more popular. It also serves as an activity for visitors. Get lost, train your patience and look for those paintings. Why must everything in life be structured? Surprises at one corner of the street means more. Street art galore at the bottom. Please note that I did not have every single Ipoh street art in this post too. Didn't intend to stress ourselves over this. So it was more like hey, spot another art!

This serves as a guide if you need. 

April Monthly Post

I was so excited about going to Nepal in March that I haven't have the same feeling on travels for the longest time ever. The funniest joke came. A Turkish aircraft skidded off the runway and that is the one and only runway in Kathmandu airport. It took them 3 days to remove the aircraft. By then I have decided to go back to work. We traveled to the airport for 2 days to find out that we are unable to fly. Eventually, 6 of them flew to Osaka and the other 5 of them flew to Cambodia. 2 of us went back to work. Initially, I had a tinge of disappointment lingering within me. After a few more days, I actually felt proud of myself that I have grown up to put thoughts into making decision.

I also picked up a new project at work. Had a lot of frustrations on how to work things around because everything was so disorganized. Over these 2 weeks, I have learnt to go with the flow and practise my best.

I am turning 25 this year. I have also became calmer from my already calm self. There are a lot more things that I would like to achieve in life, not only on materials, not only on experiences, but also on my behavior and attitude towards events, people, etc.

A lot of us are progressing in life and I am truly happy for all these people.

As for myself, I am glad to find out very recently that I am trusted to deliver and to grow. One of our ex-leaders in the organization once said, be your best at everything you do, when the opportunity comes, grab it. It is undeniably practical and true. The chance might not be mine at this point of my career. But at least, I know my self worth. I am not upset. I will continue to put my best effort into everything I do. Thank you for those who have faith in my.

Let's all continue to make ourselves a better person each day x

March Monthly Post

You shouldn't comment too much about how other people do. Most importantly, you yourself got to hold onto your integrity and do the things that you feel right. Treasure your relationship with others. Be very kind to people who are nice to you, be kind to people who give you troubles. An act of kindness can make someone's day.

We have stepped into the third month of the year. Q1 was just too much fun and I am very blessed to have my life today. Remember your priorities in life. Focus your energy on things that matter to you. Don't lose your focus! If you do not lead your own life, you will end up nowhere. Always find solution in issues. If there is no solution, do not even bother complaining or talking about it repetitively. 

FOCUS! Remember always, a lady should always be CLASSY & FABULOUS.

Old Town @ M Boutique Hotel [Ipoh Part 4]

Complimentary breakfast at M Boutique Hotel. This Old Town gets pretty crowded late at night too. 

M Boutique Hotel @ Ipoh [Ipoh Part 3]

If you are a person who loves quirkiness and visiting cafes at your free time. M Boutique Hotel will the best place for you. The hotel is actually made of a few shop lots. You can take tons of nice photos in there. We even bumped into a couple taking wedding photograph there. Room can be quite small. My personal view is that a small coffee table or a desk will be great. 

I love this place! Got my room for RM240 a night and it was a relaxing one. Hotel inclusive of 2 mineral waters, snack, wifi, all the basic necessities and breakfast. M Boutique is connected to Old Town and Myth, depending if you like to go for Asian or Western breakfast. They also have their own private parking behind the hotel

Apparently, the hotel can be fully booked if you did it a month before. Lucky me to still get a room. There were people walking in and out of the hotel all the time while we were there. 

You may also bring your ipod. There is a speaker bar for you to connect your ipod.

First, Room Deco.

I love love love the horse in the photo below.

Hotel Lobby Deco.

2nd Floor.

Forgot that the hotel also has a gym room, meeting room, washing machine and dryer. You can also use those iMac if needed.

Imiirage @ Ipoh [Ipoh Part 2]

When I was browsing through the reviews on this restaurant, there were a few negative comments on the quality of food they served. Personally, I feel that the food is good for the price that consumer is paying. I think it is fair to not compare a meal that is worth RM400 to a meal that you have only paid RM100 or less. Imiirage's food is reasonable for its price. If I live in Ipoh, I won't mind to go again. 

An advice is Please Book Your Meal Online. This helps you to save a lot.

Environment is good. Waiters and Waitresses give good service. 

Scroll down to take a look of what the 2 of us had. You may also order A La Carte if you do not like the fixed menu. 

The 2 of us love their buns cos they have lots of sesame on it though usually restaurants in KL serves sliced bread served with olive oil.

Mushroom Soup

Pumpkin Soup

Pan seared salmon, which tastes ok

Lamb shank, which I quite like :)

Coffee served after meal

OR you can opt for tea

Ice cream too, nothing to shout about