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To many, 30th August marks the eve of an important day to a nation; to me, it marks the birth of a remarkable lady, without whom I would not have existed. That’s right, today marks the 55 years celebration of life for my mother. Like many in the 50s, my mother was born into a big family of 7 siblings. Growing up, she’d tell me the many tales of a kampung(village) girl roaming around the village. As a traditional woman, she grew up holding strongly to her beliefs and values. That’s just one of the many treasures she has instilled in me.

Growing up, I have a strong and close relationship with my mother. She’s always there for me when I need her. Those difficult days of adolescence weren’t easy, but her understanding and support helped me through. She’s always there 100% behind my every decision, even though sometimes she might not agree.

Once again, we are celebrating your birth today my dear mum. There’s no presents, cards or words that can fully expressed my feeling of appreciation for you. I just want you to know that though we’re apart, our hearts have never been closer. You are one of the most important forces to pull me through many difficult times. Thank you mama! I am so proud to have a mother who is my closest confidant, my biggest fan and my best friend.

Kick back, relax and have a wonderful day!

I sure have a habit of starting something and wondering away. There are a lot of unfinished posts in my folder. Anyway, here comes the much awaited post continued from the snippet posted a month ago. So much for the ‘coming soon’. Haha.

That’s right, laughters come in forms of little yellow fellows this season. As my previous snippet suggested, who could that be, other than the great and legendary characters, THE SIMPSONS! Yes, our yellow friends finally made it to the big screen. After months and months of agonizing anticipation, (not to mention the many repeated viewing of the previews) The Simpsons Movie is finally here, and I must say, the wait was most definitely worth it. It is the funniest movie! I highly recommend this hilarious movie, of course it is most rewarding to the Simpsons fans, but you’ll enjoy it even if you’re not an avid fan. Bottom line, this is the must-see movie of the year! Go watch it if you haven’t done so.

We went to watch the movie the weekend it opened, in the all new Hoyts cinema at Sylvia Park shopping centre, which claims to have the biggest silver screen in the world. I’m sure that record will soon be beaten by the next big cinema somewhere around the world, but for now, we have the biggest here. OK then, as long we’re clear about that one. LOL. I don’t really care about the screen, but the seats sure are a lot more comfortable, with more leg spaces too! (not that my short stumps need that, but yeah for MR K!)

OK, enough of the useless details, I know most of you just jump straight to the pictures anyway. ;P

There’s a booth set up for photo session with the Simpsons family! (it’s been taken down now.) Some people kept going up to press the remote in homer’s hand. LOL.

Of course, the movie experience wouldn’t be complete without the special Simpsons combo, a huge tub of popcorn and a big cup of soda with a donut top! Woohoo! (May I add that a certain 31 year-old boy(!!) was giggling from ear to ear the moment he saw that).

After the movie, we stepped out only to be greeted by Bart and Homer! What a great surprise!
Of course a certain kiasu woman had to rush up to take a photo with them, though some annoying kids insisted to be in my photos. LOL.

For some reason, people kept walking up to Homer and poke his eyes. Haha.

We saw this Bart toaster in K-mart the other day. Some sucker almost wanted to bring it home. According to the said person, eating toasted bread from the special Bart toaster will make your day happy. ;P

Various merchandises in K-mart.

We did bring a piece of duff home, a duff beer bottle opener. Hehe.

FOOTNOTE: Watched Saw on DVD over the weekend. We bought the DVD long time ago but somehow manage to wait so long before watching it. Brilliant movie, one of the best psychological thrillers I’ve seen! Can’t wait to watch the 2 sequels.
By the way, should I be concern that of all the gory and psychotic scenes, all I could think about was how I wouldn’t want to be caught dead in that disgustingly scummy bathroom?!

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Where have I been? Is this blog dead? Getting so sick of looking at the same post every damn time you came here didn’t you?! Well, I’m very sorry for disappearing into thin air during the past weeks. For some inexplicable reasons, I needed to have some alone time with myself. The most I can say is, life throws us a curve ball out of nowhere every now and then, we just need to deal with it our own way. Well, I’m back now, that’s what counts right?! So, prepare yourself people, here comes my endless bla again!

I would like to thank those of you who sent emails, messages and comments to me during my absense. Sorry for being non-responsive, but rest assure that I read every single one of them. Your kind gestures really touched my heart.

Life is a never ending journey, I go on one step at a time, dealing the hands that’s been dealt to me.
Still in the thick of winter weather, but spring is nigh.