Because I still love.

Because I still love.

STEPFANIE . C

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♥ FRIENDS ONLY	[Dec. 12th, 2012\|05:12 pm]
This journal is partially locked. I don't feel comfortable without knowing who reads my journal. Besides, its not fair if you get to read mine and I don't get to read yours, right? Would prefer to know more about you before adding. Unless i know you personally. And I cannot add everyone who comments, I will add eventually when I know more about you. Do come by comment and chat. ♥ (Not adding sales/ blank journals) xoxo, Stepf.
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WHY I ♥ MY WEDNESDAYS II	[Aug. 31st, 2011\|11:13 pm]
Special delivery food that fills my tummy and warms my heart . Heheh :) A meal that is always prepared with so much love <3 It's really nice to know that someone out there enjoys cooking so much for you . Thank you :) It's gonna be September soon ! & I'm starting work at the new place tomorrow ! I'm very nervous & excited , I actually don't know what to say but I'm scared . I really hope I perform well at this new place . And I have school orientation in the evening ! It's gonna be a whole new beginning for me . A whole new life with work and school . Come what may , I shall embrace it with all my heart ! I can do this ! I can do this ! I can do this !
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PHUKET2011	[Aug. 31st, 2011\|06:59 pm]
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xPHOTOS OVERLOADx	[Aug. 30th, 2011\|09:50 pm]
xWARNINGx : IMAGE HEAVY ! From earlier this month . . . Class 95 Movies In The Park ! My 2nd time for such an event and I always love it ! Especially with my loved ones ! They aired Despicable Me and Iron Man 2 which was great cause I haven't watched it before ! And what's going to movies in the park without food ? It was also P I C N I C time !!!! I made sandwiches and bought some other snacks while Vincent prepared the rest . & So , Vincent made this delicious platter ! Of sausages , cherry tomatoes , mexican chicken and potatoes ! One of my fav photos of us ! Love simple time like these , just bonding over food and movie with the most awesome peeps ! National Day Parade 2011 I've been wanting to catching the parade live on the actual day for the longest time and all thanks to Vincent's dad , we got the tickets ! & Some other moments from Instagram and what not . . . Left to right : Amy , Mega and Me . That was Mega ' s , our intern , last day . (& That's my messy desk behind! Haha) The view from R&T ' s office . Very nice uh ! Rayden ! Shooo cuteeeeeee ! My farewell lunch with a couple of my colleagues at one of my fav Jap rest ! It's very authentic and many japs usually dines there ! & The set usually comes with Miso soup , Chawamushi and a choice of Cha Soba or Fruits . Left to right : Unagi , Potato Salad , Fried Tempura From top left to down : Fried Chicken w Sweet Egg , Salmon & Tuna Sashimi , Chawamushi and Cha Soba . Have to thank Ai Lian , Fui Ting & Li San for the lovely treat ! & I Just got back from the most amazing trip yesterday ! Shall post photos soon !
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DREY'S 22ND

[Aug. 30th, 2011|05:17 pm]

(A super over dued post, Hehe.)
About a month back , we pre - celebrated Audrey's 22nd birthday at The Fullerton Hotel , Town Restaurant for some seafood buffet ! Which in my opinion was pretty good with the fresh sashimis and prawns since I'm a huge fan of the two !

Audrey gathered her 4 best girlfriends together for some reunion . We had good time talking and eating , just us girls .

(Clockwise : Audrey , Soo Kien , Steph Lim , Aly and me.)

What we really like was the ambience ! We chose the Al Fresco dining because we wanted to catch the fire works during the National Day rehearsals but sadly , we only managed to catch the reflection of it . Haha .

Soo Kien and Steph Lim . Steph is amazing . She , I would say is into the beauty line . She cuts hair for little kids (adults too) and does make up and so on . She helped us with our hair that night ! :)

Aly and I :)

We each have come a long way with Audrey . Aly and I since our MGS primary days while Soo Kien and Steph Lim since their CHIJ secondary school days . & We've known each other for quite a few years now . It's funny how we've all grown , with heartbreaks and happy times we've all gone through together and soon , Steph Lim is getting married . . .

I really think such friendships are hard to come by . A friend that stays by you through thick and thin . And I really treasure such friendships . How we have grown to understand each other's bad habits and understand other's emotions and characteristics .

Audrey 's very pretty birthday cake which was specially designed by Aly . It's full of cream but it wasn' t too sweet , just the right taste . It was so good ! We all wanted a second piece each but we were all too full from the buffet !

It tastes just as good as it looks on the outside ! Kudos to Aly for the awesome cake well done !

Drey's present from Aly and me :) So glad she loved it !

Then it was time for Wine Bar ! A much much needed drinking session with the girls !

And I met a very old friend there , Nathaniel , whom I meet / bump into once in a blue moon.

Enjoyed myself tremendously that night with the girls !

Hearts you Drey cheng ! Love you x many years more to come ! Thanks for the many years of wonderful friendship you've given me tho we bicker at times , rmb that I'll always love you !

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3DAY2NIGHTS	[Aug. 20th, 2011\|06:22 pm]
This week went by pretty quick , can't believe it's Saturday already ! My plans were kinda ruined today . From volunteering at another SCS event to going back to work to nothing . Putting that aside , my dear childhood friend , Marcus and I took a short 3 day 2 nights trip up to Genting on Monday . I've known him almost all my life but it was our first overseas trip together ! So glad Í made it back alive ! I've always been afraid to sit on such long bus rides especially in Malaysia ! & When the bus comes down from Genting that's the scariest ! This trip was different because it was non peak period so there weren't a lot of children buzzing and squeezing their way around us and we didn't have much to do except to eat , sleep , play and gamble . Haha . It was my first time gambling in the casino (errr, scary at first but it got better, hahah!) You could say it was a pretty slow and relax trip . Just what I needed away from work ! It was so relaxed that I didn't take much pictures ! Hahah ! It was also my first time catching a movie in Malaysia ! We caught The Zookeeper which was quite hilarious and definitely worth the money ! After the conversion , its only about 5 bucks ! And their seats can be comparable to the ones inSingapore - cushioned and comfortable ! Another first time for me was the Ripley's , Believe It Or Not Museum . So glad Marcus persuaded me in ! Ánd it's less than 10SGD after conversion ! They had a lot of interesting facts inside and I took time to read every single one of them ! We spent a whole 2 hours there ! I learnt that back in the days , there was a thing called the Chastity Belt and some Gossip Monger thing which I thought was ridiculous . I kinda pity women those days , I wonder how they survived wearing the chastity belt . It was said that the husbands used it on their wives while they went out for war or afraid that their wives would commit an affair . And then there were the tools that were used on people in prison to extort a confession and also the fertility statues . And how people invented funny and interesting looking cars from all over the world . And many more interesting stuffs ... like interesting people who could do funny stuffs . Hahaha . But all in all , it was a good trip ! We minimized our loss in the casino by almost half so at the end of the day , I only lost about 41SGD . And it was also the first trip which I hardly bought any stuffs except for my facial products . But I meant like clothes and what not . . . So I didn't have any extra bagagge to bring back ! Hahah ! Anyway there aren't anything much to shop up in Genting anyway . Alright . So I'm now in his office - meant to surprise him with Maccas but I got caught in the act while on the way here . Hahah ! Anyway , have a good weekend peeps ! P.S It's nice to sit here next to you while you're working and I'm doing my thing . You look so serious while working and I secretly like watching you from the corner of my eye . Hehehe !
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SIGNED & SEALED	[Aug. 14th, 2011\|06:02 pm]
So , everything has been confirmed ! I finally signed the contract on Friday . I'm beginning on the 1st of September , so does my loan . And then school the week after . A little unsure about things now at this moment but I hope everything will go smoothly ! I've been feeling a little sad about work . . . maybe cause I can't bear to leave my work behind . Is this withdrawl symptoms ? Haha ! But I guess it's time to leave . They say the grass is always greener on the other side . And anyway , I'm gonna take a trip with my dearest childhood friend , Marcus , for the next 3 days ! Can you imagine , I've known him practically all my life and this is our first overseas trip together ! Hahaha ! Looking forward ! & that means , lesser days in Giv ! Hehee . I'll be counting down to another 6 more working days when I'm back to work on Thursday ! Alright , gonna take dinner now ! (Little Rayden is hurrying me! Hahah!) Currently at my uncle's place to visit the little ones . <3 Have a good week ahead !
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BY THE RIVER ...	[Aug. 10th, 2011\|01:01 pm]
A couple of weeks back , I met up with Syl and Nat for dinner at our usual Ramen hunt . It was a long overdued meet up and there was just so much to catch up on ! My absolute favourite ! How we have blossomed into fine young ladies since our choir days . . . Miss those days dearly . Really glad how we kept our friendship close since graduation & I know that they will be one of the few who will stay close to me for as long :) Anyway , it was the Nation's 46th birthday yesterday and we were lucky to have got tickets to the parade ! It was also my dear Audrey's 22nd ! Happy Birthday Darling ! :) which we pre-celebrated 2 Saturdays back ! And then there was Movies in the park last Saturday ! All photos to be uploaded soon ! I'm now counting down to another 7.5 more days here in Giv ! Whee*
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I'M INTO YOU	[Aug. 8th, 2011\|10:26 pm]
"You got me hooked with your love controller" "I’m trippin’ and I could not get over" "I feel lucky like a four leaf clover" "I'm into you, I'm into you" This is currently my favourite picture of us ! I think he looks so good here ! Hehehee ! They say a picture paint a thousand words . . . Vincent , Thank you for everything you've given me so far . . . Thank you for loving me the way you do . You're amazing , just the way you are . & I love you in every possible way :)
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AUGUST - REFLECTIONS	[Aug. 8th, 2011\|01:22 am]
I can't believe August is here and how fast seven months just flew by us . Soon , it'll be December and there's Christmas , New Years , parties and more parties then come 2012 . But looking back , it's amazing how so much has changed within these seven months . . . Life's such a puzzle , sometimes . Lets see , I have learnt that people come and go . . . Earlier this year , A and I had quite a big nasty argument and I was pretty determined that we would never speak again . But I guess we're all good now . Then there's W and D . One who likes to keep dissing about me to his colleagues while the other , well . . . portrayed as a hypocrite . We were once all good friends . Friends who would go all out just to be there for each other , who would hang out every week and enjoy each other's company . Yet the next thing you know is how they give unwanted and definitely unnecessary comments about you . It's sad . There are a few others whom I'm also not speaking to anymore . Some cases maybe a blessing in disguise while some are a pity . Now , I've only got memories to remember them by . Be it bad or good , they'll always be kept close to my heart . How true as the saying goes - Out goes the old one , in comes the new . With failed and fell out friendships , I got closer to quite a few others . One person I'm really glad that I got closer to this year is none other than , Vincent . It's funny how we actually met and how everything blossomed in the next few months . Sometimes I think back and smile silly to myself . :D They say love comes when you least expect it and it's undeniable . I'm happy with the people who are in my life right now . Whether a not they'll leave , I wouldn't know but one thing I know for sure is that they've made me who I am today & I'm very grateful to have met them . Funny how everything changed within a few months . But anyway ! Looking at my planner , August seems to be packed and I've a feeling it'll be over very soon ! As each day pass and with the date of school's start date draws nearer , I'm getting more worried and pressured . I really don't know if I'll be able to cope with everything and I'm still on the look out for a new job . And my education loan kicks in as soon as 1st September . . . I'm a little not prepared , to be honest . Sigh . I'm not sure if I'm ready to take up such a big burden yet but I've got no choice . I went for a few interviews this week and I really hope to hear good news soon ! Life's worries . . . breaths in deep!
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DATE KNIGHT	[Jul. 27th, 2011\|03:12 pm]
Two Saturdays back , I had the perfect date with the perfect person . It was one of the rare days where we would catch an afternoon movie - Larry Crowne . It was disappointing because I expected a lot more from the show . But anyhow , it was good seeing Julia Roberts on the big screen again . Then we headed down to MBS to catch the fireworks . I've been wanting to watch it for the longest time ! Been whining non-stop about it , haha . & I figured that the sky park would be the perfect place to catch it ! So glad we went up anyway ! It was beautiful ! & boy , was it packed like sardines ! (well, in a way!) Sorry for the poorly taken pictures . I guess my camera wasn't fast enough to capture the outburst of the fireworks in time . Hopefully we can on the actual day ! (His dad got us tickets! Yipeeee!) I kinda like the both of us here . Hehehe ;) And after which , we headed down for Korean BBQ at Ju Shin Jung again . Our current favourite ! There are two branches but we always head down to the one at ECP . I like the location cause after a very full and bloated meal , you can take a long stroll by the beach . And we do that every time when we're there :) And if you must know , their unlimited buffet are only from Mondays to Thursdays @ $35+++ each . So if you go on weekends , you'll have to order ala carte . But it comes with unlimited side dishes too . Tried this Korean glass noodles for the first time and it was awesome ! & the unlimited side dishes . Love taking the long walks with him after dinner . It's always good when it's with him . We get to talk about everythig , have a good heart to heart talk . & He never fails to amaze me every time in his own ways and I find myself falling deeper in love with him with each passing day . I like the feeling . I never thought I would feel like this again . & I'm thankful . But anway , It was the perfect Saturday & I couldn't ask for more ;) Anyhow , It's my closing week this week (Tomorrow!) and hopefully I get to clear everything by today ! But I think work and everything else is affecting me quite a bit that I haven't had much of the appetite to eat . But oh well , just wanna pull through today ! God bless me !
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THE LIST	[Jul. 24th, 2011\|05:36 pm]
Been wanting to get down to do up a list for the longest time and since Photobucket is down , just thought what better time than now ? :) Places I wanna go : 1. Europe ; Belgium , France (Paris!) , Germany , Greece , Italy (Rome, Venice, ) , Monaco , Russia , Spain (Barcelona!) , Switzerland , Czech Republic (Prague!) 2. United Kingdom ; London , England 2. Australia ; Sydney , Melbourne , Tasmania , Brisbane , Gold Coast 3. South Korea 4. Japan 5. Maldives 6. India ; (I wanna visit the Taj Mahal!!!) , New Delhi 7. Africa ; Mauritius , Egypt (Cairo!!!) , Morocco 8. UAE ; Dubai 9. US ; California (Los Angeles!) , Florida (Miami!) , Hawaii , New York , Ohio , Texas , Washington , Las Vegas , Miami , New Jersey (Cape Island!) 10. Mexico (Cabo!) 11. Hongkong 12. China ; (I wanna climb the Great Wall of China!) , Shanghai , Hainan , Beijing 13. Taiwan There are some places which I've visited but I wanna go back again . I was too young to have my camera then so I don't really have much memories of it . : / Things I wanna get : 1. Watch 2. A new book shelf 3. More books to read! Things I need to do : 1. Visit the Dentist 2. Clear my wardrobe 3. Continue sending out resumes 4. To be skinny 5. And skinny 6. And even more skinny 7. get Drey's & Syl's present settled 8. Get Cervical Cancer jab 9. Visit the little ones and my nieces and nephews People I need to meet with soon : 1. Kelly 2. Andre 3. Gladys , Jin , Feb 4. Hui Shan And in other news , I had a bad start to my Friday . While driving to work and few minutes later after dropping my mum off , I accidentally hit someone else's car near a crossing. But it was just a slight hit , I swear it didn't leave any dent or anything . But the stupid cheena fella made such a big fuss that totally ruined my morning ! And I was more angry than pissed at myself because it was my fault , I wasn't concentrating . And I should have never let anything like this happened . But oh well . Glad nothing major happened and that it's over ! Alright! Gonna head to his grandfather's birthday dinner! (Hope his gong gong like what I bought for him!)
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TOUGH NUT

[Jul. 21st, 2011|04:50 pm]

I've had to make one of the biggest decision in my life recently . One that marks the first turning point for me . And I hope five years down the road , I won't look back to regret . ( I cannot afford to.)

A lot has been on my mind ever since I got the acceptance letter from the school . Initially , I was elated because I can finally stop working and back to being a student , leading a more carefree life . But I started to think and workout my sumsand I realize I might not be able to cope with the loan after all . My parents have made it very clear to me right from the start that I have to bear my own education cost . And it's really not a small sum . And I was afraid I couldn't find a good paying part - time job . So one day while at my desk , I thought and asked myself what I really want ... It was a very abrupt decision to make - all within a week . But yesterday , I've finally made up my mind to work and study part time at the same time .

It's a very short time frame - from sending out resumes over the wekeend , went for an interview on Monday , called the school to make changes, called the bank to hold my application , tendered and Ijust got news that I'm shortlisted for the job . (Pray I'll be confirmed soon!) All in less than a week but I'm glad how everything turned out fine .

I honestly don't know if Ishould be happy or ... It's quite a mixture of everything , I'm feeling right now . The job , will be a total new environment for me and a whole new thing to me. I know I'll definitely be happier elsewhere than my current place but I'm afraid because I don't know what to expect ... The people , the work load , the ... everything . And school ... Because of work , I've decided to space out the modules I'm taking . Instead of the usual 16 months - 3 modules per semester , I'm doing 24 months - 2 modules per semester . I hope this way , I'll have more time to study and perhaps score for a distinction ?

To be honest , I've never been so afraid in my life . (Not even when my parents were lecturing me.) I'm gonna step into the real world soon ... And I'm afraid what ifI can't perform well or cope with school and work at the same time . I'm a person who expects a lot from myself and if I don't meet my own expectations ... It's akin to sucidal . But friends and family around me have been very supportive , so I'm very very happy to know cause I know I wouldn't be able to do this without them .

My last day in Giv will be on the 19th of Aug . Counting down to another 17 working days and I can't wait ! This will be my last month end closingand you have no idea how relieved I am ! With work (hopefully I find one by September) and school starting , It's gonna be a very big transititon period for me !!! And for some reason today ,I'm feeling a little not myself .I believe it's the pre-closing blues + the pre-work and school jitters . I really hope everything turns out well !

(But before that, I'll need a short getaway to somewhere!)

Wish me luck then !

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THANK YOU

[Jul. 20th, 2011|07:40 am]

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Last night, you asked if I knew why you’ve been driving slower and more carefully on the road these days.
I said no.

You said “Coz I wanna treasure myself so that I can be safe to love you, be there for you, protect you and to cook for you.”

I read that twice over and again, smiled to myself and tears came rolling down …
Because that’s the sweetest thing a man has ever said to me. And can ever say. I was touched beyond words.

Thank you. Thank you for treasuring your life for me. Thank you for loving me.

Cause … I love you too.

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