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»A surprised and unexpected 2023
Sunday, March 10, 2024

Its March 2024, sitting in the living(bed)room recollecting about how my 2023 went by. 
2023's highlight (initially) was the Blackpink's concert in May; as it was my first ever concert overseas. And as it turns out just few days before the concert I found out that I was expecting! The biggest surprise and highlight of my 2023  nevertheless. 😊

Apart from the food aversion in the early trimester, the pregnancy was quite an easy one I would admit. I'm one of the blessed one as I've been told with such smooth pregnancy and I'm very grateful for that. Was able to enjoy the concert in Singapore and it was a blast! I was able to join my company's trip to Hong Kong in July- during summer! Had to forgo my October trip to Osaka, but that's inevitable so had a quick birthday trip to KK instead. 

Due date was suppose to be in early Jan, however the little one wants to come out early and be a Dec 2023 baby. Just in time for Christmas and New Year - but in confinement LOL. 
The delivery was also a smooth one I would say, she came out within the 3 hours from the time I arrived to the hospital. Although we had to stay for 5 days in the hospital due to her jaundice, but it was all good and were home safe and sound after. 

And just like that, my new year 2024 was welcomed with my baby girl and full of things that have never been. 

I hope your 2024 will be full of surprises too! 

"Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day."
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»Bye 2022 and welcoming 2023
Friday, March 17, 2023

 

2022 went by in a flash,  spent large indefinite quantity and quality time with my nieces and I even managed to squeeze an adventure time with Emma in Singapore (it was her first overseas trip) and I'm glad to be the first person to have brought her to experience her first art science museum.

I am sad but excited for my best friend who left for Singapore to pursue his career, but at least we'll still have video calls. In 2022, was also a celebratory year for my baobei, whom pursued and graduated her MBAs before heading back to Singapore. 

As we dint manage to plan for a group trip, Baobei and I had an impromptu Bangkok trip over the weekends in November. Despite her fear of heights, she had to entertain my photo quest at the highest observation deck - the glass tray area (78th floor!). The view was awe-inspiring, always had a thing for the killer views from observatory deck. Thus far nothing beats the view from the Burj Khalifa, may I continue to have the opportunity and undaunted spirit for these adventures. 

"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." --Theodore Roosevelt

Although its March 2023, its not to late to wish everyone a great 2023!

Happy New Year! May every day from here on out be filled with happiness, joy and fun. And most of all, may you have a great year ahead.

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»Adapting 2021
Tuesday, September 27, 2022

The year of adapting to the ‘new normal’ and at least for myself, first half of the year spent a lot of times with baby Emma, witnessing her growth and she turned 1 in May (my photo gallery is filled with her photos). Celebrated few birthdays, and Sim’s ROM. 

The second half of the year was spent mostly online, because of the spike in cases. Lucky were still able to spend times with people who mattered. The joy came in December, where Elly was born. Christmas was nice, we get to meet three exchange students from Japan and finally able to meet in a big group after such a long time.

 Not to say the least, a whole year without travelling. 

“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” -Carl Bard
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»June'2021
Wednesday, June 02, 2021

 Better late than never! Trying hard to keep up with annual posting, and to be honest it is even harder to think about the content to fill the page with. 

Let's see, 2020 wasn't that bad to start with but it dint get any much better as the pandemic C-19 broke out early in other part of the world and it soon reached Brunei and in lock-down by March. However with the swift response and timely decision made by the Minister(s), the risks here were minimized. 

Personal hygiene and social distancing has become a norm throughout 2020, no complaint on that. 

The great joy 2020 has bring is when Emma was born! This cheeky little sweetheart brings so much joy to the family, and brought so much closeness despite the situation. She continues to be the sunshine everyday and she just turned 1 last month! 

Hoping the rest of 2021 will be exceptionally better, esp for the world.  

Take care 

xoxo

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»Happy 2020
Tuesday, February 04, 2020

HAPPY NEW YEARAs we welcome the year 2020,


“May Light always surround you;
Hope kindle and rebound you.
May your Hurts turn to Healing;
Your Heart embrace Feeling.
May Wounds become Wisdom;
Every Kindness a Prism.
May Laughter infect you;
Your Passion resurrect you.
May Goodness inspire
your Deepest Desires.
Through all that you Reach For,
May your arms Never Tire.”
― D. Simone

A little late for my annual ‘reflection’ post, and it’s already the second month of the year. I hope everyone is celebrating a cheerful and colorful Lunar New Year 😊

2019 is a good year, although not much has changed on the work perspective but the company is still doing considerably good and it shall continue to strive and prosper in the current economy.

So last year’s annual dinner was held in Japan, the trip was short and dash, definitely a place I’d like to go back again for a proper holiday.  

First half of the year, we have a new addition to the family; my brother finally agreed to be tied down. Lol It was a long waited joyous celebration for the family (esp. my parent) and can’t wait to meet the little niece / nephew this year!

Late last year, I too became Mrs Lim legally. Then Jeju, with my best clique – find someone who’d tag along for your photo-shoot, they bring so much laughter and love to the set. Really glad that we get to experience it together, including the interrupted hike up the Mt Hallasan but we still managed the Mt Seongsan.  

For the coming years, I hope it’s filled with the promises of a hopeful tomorrow and continue to make great memories and be of great support, that embrace the new years with an open heart and go forward with faith, hope and courage.
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»Thank you 2018, Next
Wednesday, January 09, 2019


Happy New Year!

With a new year ahead, it helps to reflect on instances or people that conveys an upside to your life and what are the downside that you are trying to dismiss or fine-tune? In 2018, who or what has been a positive impact in your life and how? That might give you an idea, how to get your 2019 objectives rolling.

It is okay and remind oneself to accept that there are things that can’t be anticipated, controlled or fixed. There will always be occasion that makes you grateful and also hateful, that is part and parcel of life. Neither of that spectrum will last, thus be thankful when you have it and work for it when you don’t – although it is easier said than done, but similar to building a good habit with practice, openness and consistency it will be.

I’m tremendously grateful for the virtuous events that has taken place in 2018, some mishaps along here and there that serves as self-realization / life lessons. Appreciative of the travels, explorations and experiences with those I hold close to heart. Kathmandu trip is definitely one of the highlights, the trekking, the paragliding and the cultural shock too – witnessed an open cremation ceremony (unexpectedly). Beijing with the company was lit too, especially the Great Wall of China (well some section of it). Experienced the awful traffic in Jakarta, the disagreeable tricked in Mui Ne and commuting to work in Singapore was also memorable.

I welcome 2019 with an open heart, hopeful mind, avid attitude and triumph spirit.

Wishing you and those you hold close a healthy and harmonious year ahead.

May you continue to smash those goals, and soar higher in 2019!

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»Out with 2017, and In with 2018
Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Growth, gratitude, focus

A day goes by really quickly, and it’s almost the end of Jan 2018!

A quick look-back to the year 2017, it was kind of a whirl-wind experience in certain part of my life. Nonetheless for most of it, it was a definitely a kind year. I heard 2018 would be even more spectacular, for most of us anyways! I certainly hope it would be. J

I received a pair of hedgehog as gifts, and it took some adjustment and commitment to pet them well. They’ve successfully mated and gave birth to 4 hog-lets. Unfortunately only two (both female) survived, and I will not share the gory details of their misfortune fate. The two was named Mochi & Kimchi; both grew up very healthily throughout the year.

Korea was great; the Cherry Blossom at Jinhae (6hr ride by bus from Seoul) was amazing! Considering it as a first spring season experience, it’s really pretty. Hope to experience autumn in the near future too! Langkawi was showering the whole short days that I was there; maybe it wasn’t a good month to go there but it was organized by Anywhr. Means we dint know the destination until the day before the travelling date. It’s worth the try I would say, for the thrill element – but of course it is still up to individual’s preferences.

Books read– The art of thinking clearly by Rolf Dobell, The power of habit by Charles Duhigg, The Tools by Phil Stutz & Barry Michels (could be beneficial to anyone).


May the New Year be filled with abundance of happy moments, progression, practice gratitude and amazing adventures ahead!   
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»Hello 2017
Thursday, January 19, 2017



Hello 2017!            
                                                                                             
Taking the time to pen (more like type) down and wrap up my 2016.
It is never easy to start something, especially the opening to a blog posts (LOL!) But nevertheless, I shall start somewhere.

My favorite quotes of the year goes to “It always seems impossible until it’s done” Nelson Mandela.

So in early 2016, I actually decided to sign up and learn scuba diving! Very fortunate to meet the lovely instructor Kimmy and my fellow course mates. Thanks to Yvonne whom actually asked if I’m interested, without any thought I just said “yes” and I dint regret my yes. My first pool class experience wasn’t that great, because it was the time of the month and it wasn’t very comfortable for me personally. Ended up I had to do another class, in order to qualify and ready for the open sea class – and yes I passed it with flying colors! And the rest is history.

First experience to dive in the open sea was … no doubt nerve wrecking, I have so many thoughts running through my head, a lot of what ifs, and what’s going to happen and etc. But as soon as I got used to the water, the waves and the breathing – it all just falls into place. Especially when I see the fishes! Like OMG!! Of course I can’t scream under water, but was screaming in my mind like 2 years old who’s so excited to do something new for the first time.

I did multiple dives throughout the year. And I did not join my course mate when they continued the advance class, as the timing wasn’t so right for me. But I shall make it happen in due time.

I also went for my first 法會 in Taiwan. It allows me to meet so many great and kind dharma brothers and sisters. And my mou-liu group was formed. * haha it was definitely a great experience, for me spiritually and also mentally. And we got to do some sightseeing and walked around Alishan.

Then I had the change to visit Shanghai thanks to my ever generous company trip. I’ve been there once, long time ago when I was in F3 if I’m not mistaken. The only thing I remember from then was, we visited the Shanghai ocean aquarium where I saw penguin for the first time and rode on the boat for the sightseeing at the bund! That was so long ago. But the itinerary was different this time, short but good trip. Went up to the Oriental Pearl Tower and braved myself to stand on the transparent observatory deck – it wasn’t as high as Burj Khalifa but this time it’s TRANSPARENT!! Damn I was scared as F! But still did it anyway, despite the wind and coldness brrr.

Then I was in Vietnam again, with my travel clique and it’s all about the FOOD lol. Then I went to Singapore to meet my baobei, and also to attend the pottery class I registered to. It was a 3 hr class at a home studio; the host did an introductory to how they started their journey and taught us the basics and let us tried on the wheeler. So exciting, and I quite enjoy the wheeler and I’m glad that my bf enjoyed it as much as I did.

Passed 3 out of 6 ANZIIF paper, so 3 more to go. Handed over company sports club to the new committee, so no more supervising or planning for the next 2 years hooray! 

All in all, 2016 was also a good year! Will continue to make the years ahead great, and hopefully the same goes to everyone :)

May the new years of roosters brings prosperity to you and everyone around you with abundance of new opportunity, challenges, success and also the agility and determination to conquer it. 

XOXO
Lisa
19.1.17
 
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»1 month to 2016
Wednesday, December 02, 2015

1.Dec

Writing at least a post before the end of current year or the beginning of the new year seems to be a ritual for myself. Instead of journal, I opted to utilize this blog. It is almost the end of 2015, how has the year been to you?

Highlights of 2015:

I would say I'm content, with all that I have and had. May we all be blessed with the strength to persevere and strive to be a better version of our yesterday. Looking forward to 2016! 




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»a year ago
Friday, April 24, 2015


2014

 Last year was another fairly good year for me, and I hope it’s the same for you or even better year!

Fortunate enough to travel to two different countries in the year, to experience the different living pace and to widen my own perspective about the world, human and life is always fulfilling. To me travel may be a way of learning new things, and where new adventures awaits as you may not know what exciting events waiting to be discovered. It is also a journey of self-discovery for me, where sometimes I’m surprise of how far I’m willing to venture out things if I really want to (within means of course). Travelling with friends or colleagues is its own lesson itself, and sometimes making it a much worthwhile adventure you will never forget.

Attended a close friend’s wedding near the end of 2014. Witness a beautiful yet simple wedding reception both the day and night event. And yes, we are at that stage, where most of our close friends or acquaintances are all ready to tie the knot period. I’m sure many has been the victim of the question, “When’s your turn?” every single time they meet someone old, or often after a wedding season. It has definitely cross my mind no doubt, but as to “when” – probably will say when the times come, you will know? Not rushing and I will not want to put myself or my partner into being “pressured” to do something just because we are at the right age or because everyone is doing it. It shall be at our own term and will, to be married or not shall not be the concern to others than the one maintaining the relationship itself.

That aside, to flourish in relationship shall take two parties’ effort because it is a two way street. Any kind of relationship is based on trust and requires effort, cause nothing good in life is free.  And I have always been very blessed to have met so many beautiful people with beautiful soul and to be able to share similar qualities and grow into a decent person with each other, to be by each other’s side to face the downs of life and always the one to be excited with in the goods in life. I think friendship is something that I hold very close to, besides family because in my opinion I feel that a friend gives so much more and often underappreciated. Why? Family sticks by you, makes sense because you’re blood related, and your spouse (partner) will have a legitimate relationship with you to build a family, but a friend (from stranger to becoming your friend) is someone with no blood relating stranger to you but can become the closest extended family you could ever ask for – with no other obligation/entitlement and yet they’re the one you could depend on when things go sour (at home or out). I often feel that friendship is such an extraordinary relationship, because you are not drive by (lust/love/greed/ feelings) but just genuinely feeling of at ease and content to have such a friend by your side and that someone you can bitch with without feeling guilty (because they don’t judge you, and better they join in the bitchin).

But life goes on, and along the way people tend to move towards their own direction, just be happy for them. Although it may be saddening where you left things unsaid, but  I believe if the time is right we may be united again in a way or other – if not then I’m glad that I ‘ve get to know you, and create some story-telling worthy journey together and hope that the life ahead treats you well and beyond.
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»International Happiness Day
Thursday, March 20, 2014



Today is International Day of Happiness, here to wish everyone to have a BRIGHT & HAPPY day + definitely year ahead!

Have you ever thought to yourself “What makes me Happy?” – Well yes I do!
I’m trying to recall the time when is the moment in my life that I’m genuinely happy, and to be honest I kinda choked!

That’s the thing, in my opinion precious moment does stay in your mind… for a while. Unless it’s something extravaganza that stitched in and being reminded every second of your waking moment, I would think they tend to fade fairly quickly. And to think that nowadays, people are more concern on capturing these “special moments” in their hi-tech gadgets than to experience the whole genuine sentiments that is impossible to re-live. Don’t get me wrong, i was one of the “people” mentioned too, and then I realized that actual and true moment should be felt and emphasized. Oh yes you can captured tons of the best photo of the night, but will you be able to captured how you felt at that exact moment and re-feel how you felt? No I don’t think so.
Point being made, its entirely your free choice but bear in mind that you won’t be able to capture or live that passed moment “again”, make it all count!  ;)

Whether it’s a once in a lifetime event like the weddings, graduation or even everyday kind of moment, lunches with your buddy, gathering, be engage in it and look them in the eye and hear what they are telling you. They made the choice to be and share their precious time with you; everyone’s time is as precious as they last.


Okay now, think happy thoughts and dance to the "Happy" tune!
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»Its 2014!
Friday, January 03, 2014

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HHHHHAAAAAAPPPPPYYYYYYYYY NEEEWWWW YYYYEEEEEAAAARRRRRRRR!!!!


Hope that 2013 has been treating everyone well, and let the 2014 be even greater for all! 

2013 has been great I suppose, graduated, get to work and surprisingly climbed Mt KK( IKR!) but yeah inevitable ups and down along the way but who says life is all about smooth sailing? :) 

2014 begins with going to work instead of going back to Uni, in need to get use to the sound of that. Part of growing up girl, I hear that everyday in the back of my mind now. Nonetheless, looking forward to everyday of the year its great to be alive & living! 


Wish everyone a prosperous and great year ahead! 


xoxo
Lis




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»Twenty.Four
Sunday, September 22, 2013


I'm officially: 

*24
*Graduated
*Employed (technically)

I feel:

# Blessed
# HAPPY
# Thrilled
# Content
# Uncertain


I take this opportunity to thank my beloved family and friends for being there to celebrate another year of joyful moment. Birthdays make relationship grows fonder and closer, and to me I love receiving birthday Cards the most. Its the only time of the year (maybe one of the many time) that you would know how you've affected people's life, or how they thought of you and what they wanted to say to you when they wouldn't normally. I always say and will tell them that i feel really blessed and honored to have them in my life, which is from the bottom of my heart. Because i know with no doubt that i have made a lifelong friends along the course of 24 years of journey, and i really hold each and everyone of them close to my heart although we may not be around each other as often we'd like to but i know when the time we finally get together it will be just as awesome as it shall be. 

For the rest of the years to come, i still wish for the good & nothing but the best for all of you for your future endeavor and may we be the friends like a family till we're old and grey. 

xoxo
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»Video
Monday, July 08, 2013


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»Unproductive weekend
Saturday, May 04, 2013


LAST PAPER ON TUESDAY! and I'm not done studying, the so called UNI life will be over by then too.

Should I be happy and laugh out loud, or should i not. I'll be glad that there will be no more EXAM(s), but will definitely miss the carefree use of time as an undergraduate. And of course fellow mates, that has been through all the semesters together doing presentations, projects and all sorts of assignments thrown our way and we've survived it all together. Really hope everyone will graduate with flying colors and still be able to see one another after graduation.

Time really waits for no one, gotta make sure its spent how you want it and not regret it.  Ciao!~
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»Make the year count... hisssss
Saturday, February 09, 2013




WISHING MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS A PROSPEROUS CHINESE NEW YEAR! 



MAY THE YEAR BE A GREAT ONE FOR YOU 
=D


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»Jingle on the way
Wednesday, December 05, 2012




Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday!

Festive season is here again, Jingle Bells ringing and how great would it be if we can experience snow on this special day! :D 
Can't wait for the year end trip together to Thailand, counting down the days since the ticket is booked. This time i can say is really a big group lol total of hmm 17? By most the largest group travel we had ey? But anyhow still hope everyone will enjoy the trip and everything goes as plan or better than what is planned. Adventure or impromptu pleasant surprise brings no harm i suppose. ;) 
Before that, still need to settle for Christmas celebration. mmmm any idea anyone? 
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»Gratitude
Wednesday, September 26, 2012

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 Special Thanks to the ones that make this all possible and filled my day with love & laughter =)
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»Not a fortune teller
Thursday, July 26, 2012



 Officially 4th year student in just a few days time, the first semester before it all ends with happy tears and high hopes for the future. It will then be another phase of our life with challenging and responsibilities to be held upon our shoulder. Mixed feelings for sure, excited yet nervous and uncertain of what tomorrow may bring. The exact feelings when i was a kid, the eve of the very first day to school the feelings of curiosity and nervousness or terrified but this time ... 
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»whatever shit LOL
Wednesday, June 20, 2012



Came across this on Tumblr? I forgot lol 
but yea, NO SHAIT its hilarious. 


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