Christmas and Malaysia Intro

I have obviously not updated for a the longest time.... as usual. I go into a hiatus once in a while.

I have been away to Malaysia for quite a while and been jet-lagged since I came back. I am having extra difficulties sleeping tonight which is super annoying....

Just a little update about what I've been up to. I have been working nights over Christmas Eve and Day. Obviously didn't get much sleep over the period cause loads of things happening. On Christmas Day, went to church and caught some sleep. Then woke up fairly soon later cause we'll be having dinner lol... It's a lot happening in one day. What made it worse is that I had a really horrible cold with sore throat and fever. It was giving me a headache as well. I was very miserable...

Then again, I was going home soon on Boxing Day!! So was very excited. Mr Dino took me to the airport on that day. All was good until I stepped out of the car, walked a few steps, checked my pockets and realised I have forgotten my phone :( And Mr Dino is away, in the motorway somewhere... I went in, quickly sent him emails in hope he will reply me in time. Checked in and everything and continued emailing him and trying to contact him on Skype. I even tried bought credit to call my own phone and all that... But by the time he replied, it was too late. I was already inside. Oh well.. good thing I brought my other spare phone and decided to buy a Traveller Celcom Simcard when I reached KLIA. 

I had a pretty horrible trip on the flights this time around because of my stupid cold. The service and everything was fine. It was just me.. and my crap immune system. Also, I got the worst blocked ears during flights ever. On a side note (not a complaint), I had to change seats 2 times on the flight back to Malaysia. First, I was called up just before boarding to change my seats cause someone else wants to sit with their family. Fair enough. Then, I got an aisle seat which I was pretty happy about but then someone else came along and wanted to change seats with me cause she and her son had been separated.. I can't really say no. So, I ended up in the middle seat... That's me changed seats twice. 

Reached KLIA, went to LCCT and arrived in Sibu. Sigh, it's nice to be back. And then the food fest begins....

Week 13/10/13

Hey hey, it's a Tuesday, I know. But I am going to write about my week from prior to the above date. Anyways, I am on annual leave at the moment. It had been a busy 2 weeks for me. I did finish my long days on Thursday and pretty much been faffing about the past weekend. Didn't get too much done and stressing myself into a stupor....

To be honest, there wasn't anything particularly socially interesting that happened last week as I was working most of the time. Work, had been pretty interesting for me though. I had to see a few sick-ish people and I think I am learning more on how to deal with them now!! So, a bit of a milestone for me.

The only thing that I am blogging about is Mr Dino's birthday and what we did for it lol. His birthday was on Monday but we kinda celebrated it earlier than that. I treated him to dinner the Friday prior - he wasn't the fancy type, so we just went to a Chinese buffet lol. Our fav at the moment in Panda House at the Quay. It is pretty good in my opinion. Sorry, no pics as had been to that place so many times...I just forgot..

Gave him his present early as well. I got him a wallet. Well, he said he liked it, so that's good haha. It's a John Rocha wallet, I just thought it's functionally well equipped to his needs - doubled billed, with good number of card slots (and also a clear slot for pictures!). It's real leather exterior, so should last him considerably long. I don't have a picture of it either hahhaa - I think I just got lazy.

Then over the weekend, did a bit of a baking experiment. I baked some fruit based chocolate cake for him. It was not his type but he said it was nice... It wasn't bad. And it looked pretty nice - at first. Then it started melting....urrgghh. There goes my baking career. Nonetheless, this is where I bombard pictures at you guys....

Bought a bottle of rose wine from Tesco - it has the same ingredients as the one I tasted at Tempus restaurant but it doesn't taste the same... funny story - I wasn't allowed the wine at first cause I didn't have ID *sob sob*  

Mr Dino promoting wino - in the end I drank most of it anyway.... 

Me and cake - it didn't go to plan! 

I'd still eat it 

Ammmm 

Cake and wine? 

I looks nice like that hahaha 

And to top it off with Mr Dino and his cake 

Over the weekend, we did also go to the Fort and then Nando's. It's like a little date day heheh. Bought more stuffs....

Long necklace that is meant to be worn in a unique way.... maybe I'll show it one day lol 

Heart shaped pendant 

Checkered button down shirt 

Black, pink, purple patterned clutch 

 When you open it

Fingerless gloves lol love love love

Selfie pic 

Happy steph 

My hot quater chicken with chips and coleslaw 

Mr Dino's chicken filler burger with chips and corn on the cob

That concludes the (belated) post of the week....

26th Birthday

Guess what?? It's my birthday! I am 26. 26. I don't feel any different lol. I guess the next time I feel old would be when I'm 30.

I was working on Saturday from 9-5 pm. So, we went out for dinner on Friday. Remember, during the SGH Summer Ball, I won a lucky draw for dinner for 2 at Tempus Restaurant at the Grand Central Hotel. So, I thought we'd put that to good use lol.

 My outfit of the night - pink dress with my brand new blue heels. I can barely walk in it and I was scared I'd snap the think straps in front off lol.

In the car on the way there. I look so haggard.... and my hair wouldn't stay nice in a bun, so I just decided to let it down.  

Le menu 

Obligatory pictures at the table 

The voucher came with a complimentary bottle of wine. It was supposed to only be the house white or red but the waitress was so nice. She asked if they can have Rose in the selection as well and of course I chose the Rose. It is super duper delicious. It's so sweet, I love it.  

Part of the restaurant. It has a nice dark ambience to it, suitable for dates and such I guess. 

It looks like me frowning at it but my brain was actually going - mmmm this is NICE! 

More wine. I draink at least half the bottle. Was upset I didn't finish it. Such a waste. And Mr Dino was driving, so he couldn't drink. 

Mr Dino's starter - watercress soup. It was very tasty! 

I decided to be a little adventurous - chicken liver parfait. It's really strong for me to it by itself, it's really nice with the roll and the mango chutney and vinegar and the watercress, They complement each other so well

Pan seared salmon with mashed roast potatoes. So yummmy can or not 

Mr Dino roast pork belly - I tried some and it's gorgeous. The meat is so tender arrggghhhhh

Both of use ordered the same dessert - raspberry tart. It's nice but maybe a bit too chocolatey. 

On Sat, after work, was supposed to go for drinks and head off to someone's flat party and then the Shed or something. So, by the end, it was just two of us and we just decided to head straight to the party lol. We were pretty early as well. And we just kept drinking.... and drinking lol. It was great!! I found out all these gossips and stories that I NEVER knew and you know how much I love my gossips. OOOOhhh I love it!! It was great fun. I left round 1 am when they decided we should probably head out soon but I wanted to go home to Mr Dino. :) 

Then it's my birthday!! I'm gonna take a rest today. Mr Dino bought me a cake (with a lot of non-subtle hinting from me lol). 

Sad I'm getting older.....

Now, it's time for presents!!

A duffle coat!! Mr Dino got me a duffle coat awwwwww. We were in Topshop once and I saw the duffle coat and I just always wanted one!! 

And of course, it was hooded!!

Liying sent me a present - a slow cooker!! Wheeeee, Always wanted one. 

 White and just the right size!!

And then Mr Dino's mum brought over more pressies. Thornton's chocolates. 

Bunch of cards.  

Potpourri bowl and potpourri. 

And a box from New Look. 

It's a watch! 

Closer look at it. It was rose gold in colour. I don't usually like gold accessories but this is quite a nice colour.  

What ya think? Does my arm look nice in it?

And here are some other things I got online :p

High waisted denim skirt dungeree

PU skirt with laser cut outs 

It's difficult to see against the bed sheet, grey cotton pinafore with pockets. I love this! 

And, light blue lacey skirt with front buttons and pockets and belt. So suitable for work...

That's me for now. Tata. Happy birthday to me :D