Morning Battle.

I had an old alarm clock and 1 dummy hp with 4 different alarm time settings. I also set the aircond to shut off early so i wont feel too comfy to snuggle back into the bed in the morning.

6.00 am - phone alarm rings. snooze.
6.06 am - phone alarm rings again. snooze.
6.10 am - old clock alarm rings. off.
6.14 am - phone alarm rings again. snooze.
6.16 am - phone alarm rings again. snooze.
6.20 am - husband's phone alarm rings. 
6.23 am - phone alarm rings again. off.
6.27 am - phone alarm rings again. off.
6.30 am - husband's phone alarm rings again.
6.35 am - phone alarm rings again. off.
....
6.50 am - awake suddenly. rush out from bed.shower.
7.05 am - out of shower after dreaming/thinking too much.
7.15 am - dressed up. make up 3 mins.
7.20 am - starts car engine.
7.22 am - speed off from home.curse the slow line. sober face & cant even sing fav song in the car.
7.40 am - stop to get kuih muih at nearby stall.
7.45 am - arrive office. and LATE.
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(I work 7.30 am - 4.30 pm)

Kek Batik.

my kek batik version.


Main Ingredients:

-Condensed Milk / Susu Junjung
-Cocoa Powder aka Milo/Vico/Typical Cocoa Powder etc. (i use Hershey Unsweetened Cocoa Powder)
-1 block of Anchor Butter (Salted)
-Marie Biscuit cap Ping Pong

I think you guys know the step better than i do! Here's the easy 10 steps to do.

1. Break the biscuits into tiny parts.
2. Start with small fire. Melt 1 block of butter.
3. Pour Susu Junjung /Condensed Milk into it. Mix well.
4. Put a cup of Cocoa Powder. Mix well.
5. Separate about a cup of the mixed ingredients into other bowl. (We'll use it later)
6. Put in the biscuits. Mix well.
7. Turn off the fire. Transfer the mixture into a clean stainless steel tray, layered with plastic/aluminum wrap.
8. Press the mixture to fit into the bottom of the tray.
9. Once compacted, pour the balance of the earlier mixtureon top to serve as topping.
10. Chill in refrigerator and after 1-2 hours, it's ready to consume anytime.

Notes:
-I use 2/3 of the small can - to reduce the sweetness.
-Milo is sweeter than cocoa powder. if you're a sweet tooth person, use Milo.
-If you prefer modest sweetness - use unsweetened cocoa.
-Good butter = more tasty.
-The biscuits determine the taste of the cake. My mom opt for cheese stick biscuits, and the taste is a bit cheesy.
(all of the notes above is base on my personal observation and i may be wrong, so please dont rely 100% on it .heheh).

Shimizu cake

 I got this from FB. anyone tried it before?

Ingredients:
Egg yolk paste:
Whole egg ..1pc
Egg yolk...3pcs
Caster sugar. . 20g
Corn oil. . 40g
Milk. . 30g
Low protein flour. . 50g
Vanilla essence. . 1/2 tsp

Egg white cream :
Egg white . . 3pcs
Caster sugar. . 30 g
Salts . . 1/4 tsp

Method :
1) whole egg, egg yolks, caster sugar and mix well to dissolve the sugar, corn oil and mix well, add milk, sift in the flour and mix well, then add vanilla extract.
2)egg white gradually add caster sugar, salt and beat until dry foam.
3) 1/3 egg white cream into the egg yolk paste and gently mix well, then pour back into the egg white cream and mix well.
4)use baking paper and then pour the batter into 6-7 inch round mold,. Bake in preheated oven 150 degrees bake for about 20 minutes out of the oven upside down, let cool and ripped baking paper, refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

--- Like to eat sweet friends can add some sugar
--- Oven temperature varies, need to adjust their own oven.

just a memory.

job that i hate and love in the same time.

Its amazing how this new job can be both motivating and also be very 'THE' demotivated.

Why I Love my Job :
-Its about unleashing the inner creativity out- in many form and tools. presentation, designs, printed materials, brochures, newsletter, marketing campaign etc.
-Its about working when you need to 'work'. and you dont do it everyday - short to say more relaxing time, and i got all the time i needed to do some research and looking for samples, demos etc for next project.
-Independent - I am not bound or tied to any team members - and im used to do things in my own way and my own pace.
-No kerfuffle with customers/clients - I'm not attending to customer's inquiry and quotation anymore (although the fact i still do at this transition moment).
-i got a new reporting manager, someone which is much older and base in Singapore. which also means im not being monitored daily and best of all, im not under the CSS - the 'cranky stingy supervisor' anymore.
-I am required to travel frequently to meet up with some project requirement. I love travel, i do but...

So, what makes me HATE my job in the same time?
-frankly, im one of these common people who is always motivated by MONEY beside passion itself. who am i kiddin? i need money. i do. i really do. dont you? sadly as i move on to the new job, i was not offered any remuneration YET.  T__T
-yeah who doesnt love travelling? but travel does suck when the company do not practice giving any "TRAVEL ALLOWANCE".
-and im entering the level of people where everyone seems to have hidden agenda. These people are smart in presenting themselves, and always say something that's them look good, but when in fact, they are the one who least doing the job and busy fanning the boss arses!
-deadline trouble- often being instructed to this and that last minute - "when the bos want it today, you gotta give it today ". huh. and OT is not being paid ok. geddit?
-stressful. the part of doing the marcom thing alone and everyone putting it onto my shoulder is proven stressful when my normally-on-time-pms went haywire last month. i thought im 'sperminated' but im not. the stress could do harm to the body u know?

anyhooo, One valuable lesson i learned, is to be careful for what you wished for! I had wished to travel often and doesnt object to any business trip but lately i found myself looking for excuses not go certain place for too long. I could say the reasons are #1. Im not motivated. becos my pay not worth me to travel here n there.#2. I miss my leisure time at home. relax. being lazy. sleep. less stress. #3. I dont like travel alone without my husband around. it gets lonely to explore the city duh. plus i dont feel safe being alone. T_T

And im so not looking forward to my 1st trip to Singapore.  No money No Honey = No Fun.

The Rat - 2013

Source: http://www.2013freeastrology.com/2013-rat-horoscope.html

Rat Overview

This snake year would run smoothly for rat people. After the misfortune in the past rabbit year, they will have a very good year in 2013, especially in career and finance. Rat is one of the luckiest animal signs this year.
Career: Rat people have good luck in study and career, with good development space and help from others. Take the opportunity and make a success!
Wealth: They are likely to make a big fortune. There are more chances for cooperation and interpersonal communication this year, which also means a certain amount of expenditure.
Love: Rat people will be the popular fellow this year. They may make acquaintance to many new friends of the opposite sex, many of which have crush on them. Rat people with girl/boy friends may get married and single rats would probably find their love. There is a reminder for married rats. Their popularity could bring harms to their partner and family.
Health: They should avoid being easily irritated, or they are like to be wounded because of fights and arguments. For elder rat people, pay special attention in case of going to hospital finally.
Horoscope and Numerology 2013 Elements for Rat Sign
Earthly Branch of Birth Year: zi
Wu Xing (The Five Elements): shui (water)
Yin Yang: yang
Auspicious Directions: southeast, northeast
Lucky Colors: blue, golden, green; Avoid: yellow and brown
Lucky Numbers: 2, 3; Avoid: 5, 9
Lucky Flowers: lily, African violet, lily of the valley
Zodiac Sign Compatibility - Best match: dragon, monkey, ox; Avoid: sheep, horse, rabbit

Source: http://www.tarot.com/horoscopes/chinese-2013/rat

The mentally acute Rat appreciates all the intellectual stimulation a Water Snake year affords. Your ability to plan for the future should be rewarded in 2013. Of course, Rats are straightforward creatures that might miss some of the hidden motivations swirling around them. It would be wise for you Rats to stop taking things at face value -- learning to detect hidden motivations will be one of the most valuable lessons the Rat will learn this year.

Because 2013 is ruled by the Water element, the experimental Rat will feel very comfortable. Water encourages creativity, so it will be no trouble at all finding inventive solutions to stubborn problems. Study will also be of tremendous benefit to the intelligent Rat, as this Water Snake year will further cultivate your natural curiosity. Self-help programs will be especially beneficial for Rats this year.
All the wheeling and dealing associated with the Year of the Snake can create anxiety for the honest Rat. Practicing relaxation techniques is strongly advised, and it's critical for you to take at least one vacation during 2013, as a means to conserve energy. 
Making friends and business contacts will also prove helpful to the Rat. The Year of the Water Snake emphasizes quality over quantity, so intimate parties will prove more enjoyable than big bashes. Rats love to mingle, so this trend will be a welcome one. Snake years have a way of improving your social status.

The Rat's love horoscope

The affectionate Rat is always looking for love. Fortunately, the Year of the Water Snake will put several opportunities for romance in their path. The Rat must resist the urge to take a relationship too far, too fast though. Snake years are characterized by caution. By taking the time to really know a love interest, the single Rat can avoid tremendous heartache. 
Rats that are already in committed relationships need to be more mindful toward their partners. Too often, Rats jump into action at the first sign of trouble, which can be dismaying for a lover who just wants a sympathetic ear. By being a better listener, the Rat can enjoy great romantic success during the Year of the Snake. Cultivating new interests can also make you more attractive to a partner who may be bored of the same routine. The only thing that should remain constant in a Snake year is change.

The Rat's money horoscope

Job opportunities abound for the Rat in the Year of the Water Snake, however, it will take time to land a secure position. Snake years cause people to linger over decisions, so the Rat needs to be patient when applying for work. It won't hurt to send a follow-up e-mail to the human resources department after an interview. Careful strategies like these can pay off in a big way.
Rats that are currently employed have a good chance of getting pay raises. The Year of the Snake rewards those who work efficiently. This is good news for the Rat, who is a master at performing jobs on time and under budget. Before embarking on a salary negotiation, prepare some charts that illustrate your contributions to the company. Once you strike a deal, make sure to get the terms in writing. Snake years can be deceptive, with people going back on their word at a moment's notice.

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well, base on the description above, i found that i CANT simply ignore the fact that i coincidently:

1. New Job / Job Transition Phase - im changing my job field to MarCom starting early Jan. Plus my new manager had assigned me on the planned experiential training in US again this Q3! wow! i envy myself lol.
2. Study and study more - The manager had engage myself with more management and communication skills and i'm so 'kiasu' that i accept the challenge!
3. I tend to pick blue and green a lot (in fact from bags, shoes, attire and even eyeshadow and nails - all converted to green and blue!)
4. Big Fortune - oh well, unless my company offer a new salary range- or else, i just consider the recent Bonus this year is a huge blessing!
5. Again, the fact that im still in Job Transition Phase for 2 months and probably counting  - i need to be patient and learn to NOT get irritated easily. My manager also encourage for me to play few strategies - which is to 'reduce' gap within myself and the top leaders.
6. okay, how can i deny I always deliver my job on time and always under budget? *fan own-self*lol.

anyway, I expected myself to climb careers ladder within this 5 years, and 2013 is already started so far so good. Hopefully with God's blessing (amen!) and with the right people, right time and right place, i could reach to the highest top position and have something that i could proudly say as CAREER.


kthnxbai.

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