After my recent entry on NOT been running for the entire month, it got me reflecting that I should just start my running routine and not wait till after my New Zealand trip. I thought I would be spent after the run, but remarkably, I still keep to within acceptable timings, and I feel good!... Continue Reading →
Ethnotek bags
I had great fun in Korea. Me and my friends were on a 10 day vacation to Jeju island and Seoul and while I was doing some shopping in Myeongdong, one of the popular shopping districts in Seoul, I came across a gorgeous looking bag from Ethnotek. I never heard of the brand before but... Continue Reading →
iPhone 6 first impressions
It took me 2 hours to collect my phone that I reserved through Singtel. The collection was at the Marina Bay Sands Expo Hall 1, where they set up more than 50 counters for the 15,000 or so customers who managed to reserve a spot for an appointment to collect the phone they have selected... Continue Reading →
Appointment booking
It was intense. I was set. The web page was up. I entered the URL minutes before the scheduled opening, and waited. The email announcing the time and the private URL was sent days ago. Only now, the page appears, showing 2 phones in all it's glory. There were 2 buttons below both phones. 2:59pm.... Continue Reading →
The iPhone 6
Apple is going to announce the new iPhone among other things in a few hours. Personally, I'm extremely excited and will definitely watch the live stream of the conference tonight. I will definitely keep an eye out on my local telco company, keeping track on when the preorder page comes up and the pricing structure... Continue Reading →
Happy two year anniversary MacBook air!
According to CoconutBattery, a small little program that tells you the overall battery health of your notebook, it states that my MacBook Air is officially two years old last week! Two year old! And it didn't really feel like two years have passed! I replaced the battery once and the current one is still going... Continue Reading →
Running and exercising, one and half years in…
I have never stopped running. Three times a week, or every other day, weather and health permitting, I will run at least 5km. I have been doing static exercise routines more intensely as well. Using the gym ball and the weights that I bought 6 months back, I am leaner, fitter and look much better... Continue Reading →
Subscribed to The New York Times
While you can read any articles on The New York Times for free, you can only do so on a number of articles per month. This restriction is imposed to those who do not subscribe to The New York Times. I recently subscribed to The New York Times digital subscription with smartphone app access. The... Continue Reading →
The Goldfinch
I am almost half way through this novel. Very well written so far. It’s as if, the author gave a lot of thought in every sentence that she wrote in this book. Every word, handpicked to best describe something in perfect detail. Even the pacing is excellent. The dialogue, well crafted with believable characters. I need... Continue Reading →
Am I going to South Korea?
Looks like it! My friends just asked me if you would like to go to Korea for a short one week vacation sometime in October. Of course I'd say yes, so long as it's within budget. And anyways, I am going to New Zealand for another vacation with my parents in November. And it's gonna... Continue Reading →
New Balance 574 Varsity shoe
Finally got a pair of New Balances. Really like the vibrant color and the all round comfort when the shoe fits snugly around my feet. This is a really good looking shoe with quality workmanship. And it's easier to pair this shoe with most pants or shorts you have. Extremely casual looking yet, sporty in... Continue Reading →
Housewarming gift
Housewarming gift. So a friend of mine just moved house and invited us over to her place for a housewarming event. A number of our friends are coming over as well and I have been fretting over what to give as a housewarming gift. I really did not know what to get or what she... Continue Reading →
My first time attending a stand up comedy performance
Jeff Dunham was the first stand up comedian performance that I ever attended in my entire life. And it was truly a night to remember. He doesn’t disappoint when dishing out jokes and one liners with his puppets with an added local flavour. All those funny videos you see with him and Achmed was what... Continue Reading →
Sonos Speakers
Sonos looks to be a very good candidate to replace my ageing speakers in my room. While my current desktop speakers, the Aego M is still going strong, I have been picking up the pace in scouting for a good pair of speakers to replace it, hopefully a better sounding one. Aego M is excellent.... Continue Reading →
Bellroy Card Sleeve
Ever since I started my first full time job after graduation, I have been pondering on getting a credit card. For years, I've had the UOB debit card and now that I have a stable income, it would be nice to own a credit card. For months I have been researching on two cards that... Continue Reading →
Broken Age impressions
My short and quick impressions of Broken Age. An expanded post will be added later. Upside Artistic. Imaginative world. Great voice acting by some of the biggest voice actors and actresses. (Elijah Wood, Will Wheaton, Jack Black etc) Quirky storyline with engaging dialogue. Very childish at times to the point it almost sounded as... Continue Reading →
Gel Kayano 20
It's finally here! Got it from Amazon and arrived in good condition and in the right size!. Im going to give it a test run later in the evening and see how it goes. So far, trying it out and walking around my house, the cushion is unbelievable!
One year on… and still running.
A year ago, I bought a pair of new running shoes, and started running 5km, 3 times a week, every week. Since then I have never stopped. March 16 marks the 1 year milestone since I started this habit. It has been a long journey. But I made it. I managed to keep true to... Continue Reading →
Wall of gratitude week 5
I am grateful for having the opportunity to have evening at Marina Barrage with the company of good friends over Dominoes pizza. I am grateful for having such a superb supervisor at work. I am grateful for being able to have lunch with my juniors who are currently doing their FYP near my workplace. I... Continue Reading →
Room improvements an ever continuing process
In the beginning of the year, I changed the sofa in my room to a two seater, red polyester fabric sofa that I bought from Franc Franc. I love that sofa. The size is just perfect for my room. It's soft and comfy and is a perfect place to read your books, or use your... Continue Reading →
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