As a Filipino in a Chinese-Indian-Malay dominated country, communication is one of the first things to adjust to. You have to HEAR right to RESPOND right. For a person who loves her language so much, IT IS A STRUGGLE.
I guess I just have to change my perspective again; that I cannot achieve great progress at work, without learning how to express well in my second language – English.
I am still learning, and I WILL learn.
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Sing-lish
(On the way to church on a taxi, Ferdie was talking to the driver…)
Driver: Oh you should try church in Serangoon road, were the archi-bishop holds mass
Ferdie (the ever moderator): Oh really, the archi-bishop e
(When we eat)
Singaporean: You see chicken rice is finish.
Ferdie/Cia: Oh its finish, what else do you have?
Singaporean: We have veggie and pok (pork), can?
Ferdie/Cia: Oh okay, we’ll have veggie and pork, with rice
Singaporean: Can?
Ferdie/Cia: Yes, can.
Thursday, June 30, 2005
Saturday, June 25, 2005
Monday, June 20, 2005
Twenty four is the number
At 12 midnight, my loving husband surprised with three gifts. I was thinking of sleeping na rin since I noticed he was also getting sleepy. Super surprise since I thought magcracram siya on Monday morning to buy any gift if ever. Yun pala prepared na si darling.
> He gave me a cute checkered box for storing photos, memorabilias etc.
> Something for the office (notepad and a magnetic pen)
> ALIAS Season 2 DVD!!! (I've been wishing he would give me that)
I really cried and shrieked a little bit because of these surprises. I was so happy! Sobrang swerte ko talaga and I've been super blessed ever since I've met Ferdie.
During the day, when I went to work Mia called me up while I was in the elevator. A lot of people greeted me din like never before - so many blessings talaga. When it rains it pours.
At the office, at around 430 everyone gathered to sing happy birthday to me. Then they gave me a gift and I really appreciate it kasi sobrang bago palang ako pero I feel so welcome. Super nice nila talaga. They also handed me with a bouquet of flowers. Kala ko galing sa kanila, galing pala kay Dear! Na naman! Super talaga si Superman. It was so pretty - pink tulips with white roses.
To top it all off, at dinner time, we saw the city lights while we were in a river cruise =) Saya and it was a new experience indeed. My husband was right, even if I'm so far away from all my friends and family, their love will be felt...
My deepest thanks to my family, friends and for my dear who always makes me cry happily during my birthdays. Getting older is not so bad after all.
> He gave me a cute checkered box for storing photos, memorabilias etc.
> Something for the office (notepad and a magnetic pen)
> ALIAS Season 2 DVD!!! (I've been wishing he would give me that)
I really cried and shrieked a little bit because of these surprises. I was so happy! Sobrang swerte ko talaga and I've been super blessed ever since I've met Ferdie.
During the day, when I went to work Mia called me up while I was in the elevator. A lot of people greeted me din like never before - so many blessings talaga. When it rains it pours.
At the office, at around 430 everyone gathered to sing happy birthday to me. Then they gave me a gift and I really appreciate it kasi sobrang bago palang ako pero I feel so welcome. Super nice nila talaga. They also handed me with a bouquet of flowers. Kala ko galing sa kanila, galing pala kay Dear! Na naman! Super talaga si Superman. It was so pretty - pink tulips with white roses.
To top it all off, at dinner time, we saw the city lights while we were in a river cruise =) Saya and it was a new experience indeed. My husband was right, even if I'm so far away from all my friends and family, their love will be felt...
My deepest thanks to my family, friends and for my dear who always makes me cry happily during my birthdays. Getting older is not so bad after all.
Birthday meaning
Your Birthdate: June 20
Your birth on the 20th day of the month adds a degree of emotion, sensitivity, and intuition to your reading. The 2 energy provided here is very social, allowing you to make friends easily and quickly. Yet you are apt to have a rather nervous air in the company of a large group. You have a warmhearted nature and emotional understanding that constantly seeks affection. You are very prone to become depressed and moody, as emotions can turn inward and cause anxiety and mental turmoil. It can be hard for you to bounce back to reality when depression sets in. When things are going well, you can go just as far the other way and become extremely affectionate.
Source: http://www.blogthings.com/whatdoesyourbirthdatemeanquiz/
Your birth on the 20th day of the month adds a degree of emotion, sensitivity, and intuition to your reading. The 2 energy provided here is very social, allowing you to make friends easily and quickly. Yet you are apt to have a rather nervous air in the company of a large group. You have a warmhearted nature and emotional understanding that constantly seeks affection. You are very prone to become depressed and moody, as emotions can turn inward and cause anxiety and mental turmoil. It can be hard for you to bounce back to reality when depression sets in. When things are going well, you can go just as far the other way and become extremely affectionate.
Source: http://www.blogthings.com/whatdoesyourbirthdatemeanquiz/
Sunday, June 19, 2005
Birthday Eve
In a few hours, I'll be turning 24. But technically, I'll be turning 24 at 6:06 am.
Slowly taking in that reality... slowly but shorely (hehe) I should stop thinking of the quantity of time or years I've been using up but rather the quality of life I've been blessed with plus the things that I've been given the opportunity to achieve.
I AM BLESSED, I know that for a fact... truly blessed. And I know and I strongly feel that God gave me all the tools and talents to do something great for Him. With that, I dont need to wish for anything more. Its just a matter of doing what you can every minute, every day.
Slowly taking in that reality... slowly but shorely (hehe) I should stop thinking of the quantity of time or years I've been using up but rather the quality of life I've been blessed with plus the things that I've been given the opportunity to achieve.
I AM BLESSED, I know that for a fact... truly blessed. And I know and I strongly feel that God gave me all the tools and talents to do something great for Him. With that, I dont need to wish for anything more. Its just a matter of doing what you can every minute, every day.
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
Mr. & Mrs. Jorge WATCH Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Some issues me and my husband can relate to in the movie:
1) Not being 'transparent' always cause arguments
2) I prefer things in the house to be 'organized'
3) Even if we have the worst fights/arguments at times, we still can never stop loving each other
1) Not being 'transparent' always cause arguments
2) I prefer things in the house to be 'organized'
3) Even if we have the worst fights/arguments at times, we still can never stop loving each other
Monday, June 06, 2005
Trivia Trivia
Top 10 Cities in the world (2004)
1 Sydney 87.58
2 Rome 87.00
3 Florence, Italy 86.77
4 Bangkok 85.68
5 Cape Town 85.30
6 New York 84.67
7 Oaxaca, Mexico 84.15
8 Istanbul 83.94
9 San Francisco 83.64
10 Venice 83.49
Top 10 islands in the world
1 Bali 89.97
2 Kauai 87.00
3 Maui 86.58
4 Galápagos Islands 84.94
5 Hawaii 84.91
6 Santorini 84.20
7 Sicily 84.18
8 Prince Edward Island 83.99
9 Mount Desert Island, Maine 83.95
10 Great Barrier Reef Islands 83.44
* source http://www.travelandleisure.com/worldsbest/results.cfm?cat=cities
1 Sydney 87.58
2 Rome 87.00
3 Florence, Italy 86.77
4 Bangkok 85.68
5 Cape Town 85.30
6 New York 84.67
7 Oaxaca, Mexico 84.15
8 Istanbul 83.94
9 San Francisco 83.64
10 Venice 83.49
Top 10 islands in the world
1 Bali 89.97
2 Kauai 87.00
3 Maui 86.58
4 Galápagos Islands 84.94
5 Hawaii 84.91
6 Santorini 84.20
7 Sicily 84.18
8 Prince Edward Island 83.99
9 Mount Desert Island, Maine 83.95
10 Great Barrier Reef Islands 83.44
* source http://www.travelandleisure.com/worldsbest/results.cfm?cat=cities
Birthday blues
In a few days, I will reach my 24th year of existence. On the 20th, Monday at 6:06 am, all my records will reflect that I am 24 years old. Call it depression or denial but I'm not excited. I dont even want to celebrate it. I'm struggling cause everything seem to be going too fast. Plus its so bloody expensive to celebrate. My dear husband offered me to return this weekend to our homeland to celebrate, but I'm not just ready yet to face the inevitable (plus it costs a lot). I will come to terms with this new age, but I need time.
I need to think about my priorities and values - and to see what I have achieved in the past five years (20-24)
I need to draw out that positive energy inside of me.
I need to accept this change with a big smile to the future.
And the count down continues in fourteen days...
I need to think about my priorities and values - and to see what I have achieved in the past five years (20-24)
I need to draw out that positive energy inside of me.
I need to accept this change with a big smile to the future.
And the count down continues in fourteen days...
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