As we bid adieu to 2007, let me just share with you the top 10 list of events in my life this year which I consider most special and some rather unusual (in no particular order):
1. My Vacation in the Philippines (January 2007)
What better way to kick-start the new year? Well, I’ve decided to take a break from work and spent a 9-day vacation to my hometown in the Philippines! Although it was short, sobrang saya naman. What made it more special was that my sister and her husband, together with my brother and his wife went with me when I flew back to KL for a short vacation. I took extra 2 days off. Extended ang vacation ni Inday!
2. Trip to Hanoi, Vietnam (March 2007)
I went to this wonderful place a few days after my birthday with the coolest travel buddies in world – Ben and Millie. I just fell in love and left my heart in Hanoi! The Old Quarter’s old, rustic charm and Halong Bay’s stunning view never failed to amaze me. I will go back there again if given the opportunity.
3. My Birthday Party
How could you tell if your birthday party was a big success? Simple. If it has been the topic of conversation MANY times after the party (over lunchtime). I’m sure all my guests had a hell of a time! 5AM+ na sya natapos. Kung di pa siguro pasikat ang araw, di pa talaga sila mag-uuwian. And since then, everyone else followed (uy, trendsetter). Kahit yung mga hindi talaga nagce-celebrate ng birthday, aba nagpa-birthday party na rin. San ka pa?! :-)
4. Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Etc.
“Once a Titan, always a Titan.” Wherever I may be in the future, I will always bring with me all the sweet memories I have gained from the cheerleading experience. I’ve never regretted having joined the Titans Team (DHL Malaysia Cheering Squad). It was a great experience, albeit the pressure. We knew from the start we had one herculean task taken over our shoulders. But all the hardships and sacrifices paid off; and even those blood spots (ecchymosis) we got from the practices were all worth it as we were declared DHL Asia Cup 2007 Champions!
5. A Slimmer Me
I have lost a total of 27 pounds (12.3 kilos) this year. Hooray! It’s a crowning achievement for me, after fighting the battle of bulge for so many years. Losing those unwanted pounds never became easy. Saying goodbye to chocolates, ice cream and desserts was a bitter pill to swallow. Although I’m still quite far away from reaching my target weight (need to lose 15 pounds more), I’m working on it – slow and easy. Just wait ‘til you see the new me in the next few months, from plain FLAB to absolute FAB! Hehehe.
1. My Vacation in the Philippines (January 2007)
What better way to kick-start the new year? Well, I’ve decided to take a break from work and spent a 9-day vacation to my hometown in the Philippines! Although it was short, sobrang saya naman. What made it more special was that my sister and her husband, together with my brother and his wife went with me when I flew back to KL for a short vacation. I took extra 2 days off. Extended ang vacation ni Inday!
2. Trip to Hanoi, Vietnam (March 2007)
I went to this wonderful place a few days after my birthday with the coolest travel buddies in world – Ben and Millie. I just fell in love and left my heart in Hanoi! The Old Quarter’s old, rustic charm and Halong Bay’s stunning view never failed to amaze me. I will go back there again if given the opportunity.
3. My Birthday Party
How could you tell if your birthday party was a big success? Simple. If it has been the topic of conversation MANY times after the party (over lunchtime). I’m sure all my guests had a hell of a time! 5AM+ na sya natapos. Kung di pa siguro pasikat ang araw, di pa talaga sila mag-uuwian. And since then, everyone else followed (uy, trendsetter). Kahit yung mga hindi talaga nagce-celebrate ng birthday, aba nagpa-birthday party na rin. San ka pa?! :-)
4. Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Etc.
“Once a Titan, always a Titan.” Wherever I may be in the future, I will always bring with me all the sweet memories I have gained from the cheerleading experience. I’ve never regretted having joined the Titans Team (DHL Malaysia Cheering Squad). It was a great experience, albeit the pressure. We knew from the start we had one herculean task taken over our shoulders. But all the hardships and sacrifices paid off; and even those blood spots (ecchymosis) we got from the practices were all worth it as we were declared DHL Asia Cup 2007 Champions!
5. A Slimmer Me
I have lost a total of 27 pounds (12.3 kilos) this year. Hooray! It’s a crowning achievement for me, after fighting the battle of bulge for so many years. Losing those unwanted pounds never became easy. Saying goodbye to chocolates, ice cream and desserts was a bitter pill to swallow. Although I’m still quite far away from reaching my target weight (need to lose 15 pounds more), I’m working on it – slow and easy. Just wait ‘til you see the new me in the next few months, from plain FLAB to absolute FAB! Hehehe.
6. My Mom and Dad’s Visit in KL
It was my Dad’s first visit here and my Mom’s second time already. I truly treasure each day that they were here and I'm missing them already! Can’t wait for my next vacation in Phils.
7. Beach Outing in Terengganu
I consider this time off as our first major outing (DHL Cyberjaya Pinoy community). It was packed with adventure, laughs and yes…. even drama!
8. Phuket and Krabi Adventure (October 2007)
Thanks to Air Asia and their crazy promotions. When the flight seats going to Phuket went on sale, nawindang kami ni Lynn. Mas mahal pa yata ang magpunta ng Cebu eh! Ganun siya kamura. So, book kami agad. And when I told my sister about this, nawindang din sya. Hayun, sumama silang mag-asawa. The week-long vacation we had in Thailand was action-packed and fast-paced. Parang Amazing Race Asia!
9. New Gadget on the Block: A Laptop!
After 3 long years of being outside the information superhighway usually at the moment the clock ticks around 8:00PM everyday (me being computer-less at home in KL), I finally bought myself a new Dell XPS laptop in crimson red. Ganda sya, I’m just lovin’ it!
10. Bloody Story
One day out the blue, my officemate and I paid a visit in the office clinic to get a comprehensive blood test on 5 items: general haematology, glucose, biochemistry, hepatitis serology and lipid studies. Since it’s just free, I’ve allowed myself to succumb to the prick of that hypodermic needle. Arayy! After 3 days, we got the result already.
And the findings…
- Haematology parameters were essentially normal
- Multiple biochem analysis - Passed
- Glucose - 4.2 mmol/L (3.9 – 5.5), Normal
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio – 3.0 (<5.0),>Hepatitis A antibody, Not Detected, need to have Hepa A shot sabi ni Doc
In short, I’m in tip-top condition naman daw. Yey!
Btw, I’m type B+, in case you want know.
That’s it! Happy New Year to all!
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