Doing nothing is very difficult to do.. you don't know when you are finished.

Sunday, January 03, 2010

Avatar 3D & Sherlock Holmes

I was basically nua-ing at home during my break from work since 19 Dec and I totally could not bring myself to blog.. plus I have been fiddling with my newly bought iPhone, so I guess that explained much on my laziness to blog.. haha..

Anyway nothing much happened except for some mini gatherings and outings. Baby and I had a nice dinner and drinks on Christmas Day. We wanted to fill our stomach with some good steak so I did some research and found ULURU and THE STEAKHOUSE. After going through some reviews I decided on the former and confirmed my reservations. But for some reasons nearer to date, they told me they decided to close for that day so we visited The Steakhouse at Clarke Quay instead. I have to rave about their saute mushrooms. It was delicious! Their mashed potato was nice too and the beef was good! Both of us enjoyed the dinner and the bill came up to about S$260+. Our verdict is to only go back if we can't find any other steakhouse better than this (similar or cheaper price) or if we are feeling rich again.. We would also like to try Uluru and Mortens in time to come.

I also went to Bodyworld with Penny at Science Centre. Thou it was quite interesting and very informative, I have to say I was rather disappointed with the scale of the exhibition. It was not as spectacular as I thought it would be. I probably expected too much.

Last but not least, caught these two movies before the new year.

AVATAR

It's a must watch in 3D cos it's spectacular. Sitting thru the movie for 2hrs 40mins was not an issue at all. Very entertaining, imaginative and visually stunning. Thou the story was interesting, the love between Neytiri and Jake felt a little awkward, especially the love scene. Overall it's a one-of-a-kind show you won't want to miss.

SHERLOCK HOLMES

It was great fun watching Robert Downey Jr. play Sherlock Holmes (the messy and dirty version) and Downey is still as charming as ever. The movie was witty, clever, engaging and full of actions. Judging by the ending, a sequel is a guarantee.

Monday, December 21, 2009

Memo: Company Christmas Party

Company Memo

FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 1, 2008
RE: Gala Christmas Party

I'm happy to inform you that the company Christmas Party will take place on December 23rd, starting at noon in the private function room at the Grill House.

There will be a cash bar and plenty of drinks! We'll have a small band playing traditional carols... feel free to sing along. And don't be surprised if our CEO shows up dressed as Santa Claus!

A Christmas tree will be lit at 1:00 PM. Exchanges of gifts among employees can be done at that time; however, no gift should be over $10.00 to make the giving of gifts easy for everyone's pockets. This gathering is only for employees!

Our CEO will make a special announcement at that time!

Merry Christmas to you and your family,

Patty

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Company Memo

FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 2, 2008
RE: Gala Holiday Party

In no way was yesterday's memo intended to exclude our Jewish employees. We recognize that Hanukkah is an important holiday, which often coincides with Christmas, though unfortunately not this year.

However, from now on, we're calling it our "Holiday Party." The same policy applies to any other employees who are not Christians and to those still celebrating Reconciliation Day. There will be no Christmas tree and no Christmas carols will be sung.

We will have other types of music for your enjoyment.

Happy now?

Happy Holidays to you and your family,

Patty

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Company Memo

FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 3, 2008
RE: Holiday Party

Regarding the note I received from a member of Alcoholics Anonymous requesting a non-drinking table, you didn't sign your name..

I'm happy to accommodate this request, but if I put a sign on a table that reads, "AA Only", you wouldn't be anonymous anymore. How am I supposedto handle this?

Somebody?

And sorry, but forget about the gift exchange, no gifts are allowed sincethe union members feel that $10.00 is too much money and the executives believe $10.00 is a little chintzy.

REMEMBER: NO GIFTS EXCHANGE WILL BE ALLOWED.

Patty

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Company Memo

FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
To: All Employees
DATE: October 4, 2008
RE: Generic Holiday Party

What a diverse group we are! I had no idea that December 20th begins the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which forbids eating and drinking during daylight hours. There goes the party! Seriously, we can appreciate how a luncheon at this time of year does not accommodate our Muslim employees' beliefs. Perhapsthe Grill House can hold off on serving your meal until the end of the party or else package everything for you to take it home in little foil doggy baggy. Will that work?

Meanwhile, I've arranged for members of Weight Watchers to sit farthest from the dessert buffet, and pregnant women will get the table closest to the restrooms.

Gays are allowed to sit with each other. Lesbians do not have to sit with Gay men, each group will have their own table.

Yes, there will be flower arrangement for the Gay men's table.

To the person asking permission to cross dress, the Grill House asks that no cross-dressing be allowed, apparently because of concerns about confusion in the restrooms. Sorry.

We will have booster seats for short people.

Low-fat food will be available for those on a diet.

I am sorry to report that we cannot control the amount of salt used in the food . The Grill House suggests that people with high blood pressure taste a bite first.

There will be fresh "low sugar" fruits as dessert for diabetics, but therestaurant cannot supply "no sugar" desserts. Sorry!

Did I miss anything?!?!?

Patty

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Company Memo

FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All F*%^ing Employees
DATE: October 5, 2008
RE: The F*%^ing Holiday Party

I've had it with you vegetarian pricks!!! We're going to keep this party at the Grill House whether you like it or not, so you can sit quietly at the table furthest from the "grill of death," as you so quaintly put it, and you'll get your f*%^ing salad bar, including organic tomatoes. But you know, tomatoes have feelings, too. They scream when you slice them. I've heard them scream. I'm hearing them scream right NOW!

The rest of you f*%^ing wierdos can kiss my *ss. I hope you all have a rotten holiday!

Drive drunk and die,

The B*tch from H*ll!!!

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Company Memo

FROM: Joan Bishop, Acting Human Resources Director
DATE: October 6, 2008
RE: Patty Lewis and Holiday Party

I'm sure I speak for all of us in wishing Patty Lewis a speedy recovery from her recent nervous breakdown and I'll continue to forward your cards to her at the asylum.

In the meantime, management has decided to cancel our Holiday Party and give everyone the afternoon of the 23rd off with full pay.

Happy Whatever!

Joan


MERRY CHRISTMAS IN ADVANCE!

Monday, December 14, 2009

Couples Retreat

Both Baby and I knew it was not going to be some intelligent or witty movie but we were in the mood for some stupid laughs. Storyline was quite silly. Some jokes were rather funny but most were the dumbass kind. The main thing that really kept my interest was the beautiful resort location.

Tuesday, December 08, 2009

Singapore Tattoo Show 2010


Date: 8 - 10 Jan 10
Time: 12noon - 10pm (8 & 9 Jan) / 12noon - 8pm (10 Jan)
Venue: Singapore Expo Hall 6B
Admission By Tickets: $22 (single day) / $60 (3 days)

Show Profile:
Proudly presented by Tattoos.Com.Sg Pte Ltd, Singapore Tat2 Show 2010 is returning after the amazing sucess of the 1st Singapore Tattoo Show 2009. Witness over 250 tattoo artists live in action inking away. The 2nd show promises to be bigger and better. One and only tatto show in Asia you will not miss!

Organizer: TATTOOS.COM.SG PTE LTD

Thursday, December 03, 2009

L'Oreal & Meiji Warehouse SALE


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Date: 4 - 6 Dec 09
Time: 10am - 8pm
Venue: Singapore Expo Foyer 2 Level 2

Show Profile:
Discounts up to 80%! Receive a Limited Edition L'Oreal Gift Wrapper with minimum $20 purchase (while stocks last!)

Organizer: L'Oreal Singapore Pte Ltd



Date: 4 & 5 Dec 09
Time: 10am - 5pm
Venue: Meiji Seika Warehouse @ 36 Quality Road S618806 (Tel : 6265 2411)


Take MRT to Boon Lay, transfer bus service 246 from Boon Lay interchange and alight at 4th bustop.

More details HERE

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