When dreams become a reality, reality becomes more real than ever before

When people ask me whether I believe in true love, i'll say, "Not yet". Because deep down inside, i know true love does exist, even in this hypocritical and materialistic world today.

How bout' you guys? Do you believe in cheesy true love?

I believe there is someone made for everyone in this world - it is whether you can find him/her. I've seen people not being able to find their soul mate and i've also seen people who are so in love even after 30 years of marriage. That to me, is enough to believe my soul mate is out there. I don't want to be the scary old lady with 20 cats and no man in her life. But as for right now, I'm focusing on something i know it is worth fighting for - my career. Love come first no doubt, but there is a saying, "Why rush love?", so i'll work on my future career while love wait. :)

Wonder what's with all the love-cheesy-thingie talk? Well, because right now, i'm as happy as a jelly bean! And nooo, i'm not in love (even if i was, i won't be blogging about it).

MY SISTER IS ENGAGED!!!!!

I've been waiting for this day to happen. I'm so happy for her. It's quite predictable really. Because from the beginning, they've been talking about buying a house together and getting married, etc, etc... But they didn't really make anything official. They have been dating for 6 years? I think. I lost track on my sister's dating life but i know it's been very long.......

On her birthday last week, she had lunch with us (mom, dad, and me) and for dinner, as usual, she celebrated with her BF *ehem* and her friends at BubbaGump. It was a normal night, although according to my sis, she sense some nervous vibe from her BF. Like TGI Fridays, birthday people are expected to stand on the chair and sing a song of their choice. Right after she sang "I Believe I Can Fly", her BF help her off her chair, knelt down with a ring in hand and gave the most romantic speech i ever heard (well, i wasn't there but it feels like i was there when my sis spilled the beans)! My sister was in "awe" and tears, she couldn't even say "yes". She just gave him a hug and continued crying. Awwwwww................. I feel like i'm writing a romance novel or something.


So.. was it a yes from her?


LMAO!


I'm so happy for her. The most classic thing she did was, she MMS me a picture of the ring. I mean, come on - the least she could do is call us. MMS??? Seriously, what has technology done to us?

Anyway, i'm so, so happy for her. My parents handled it better - they didn't even react to it! They were like, "Expected already lah...". Hahaha!

So, i guess we have a wedding to plan next year?

One thing's for sure, the lovebirds have my blessing. :') *sobz*

The Teapot Cafe - Alas!

Finally! After so long, i finally got a chance to take pictures of food again! It was my sis's birthday last Friday and we wanted to go to Happy Days to celebrate but changed of plans. We went to Teapot Cafe located in SS2.

This restaurant was here for a very long time. So long that i can't even remember! This modest little cafe was opened by a Malaysian Datin (this story is according to my mom) who loves collecting all sorts of teapots from all around the world. From miniature pots to a pot shaped of a duck, this little eatery has all 4 walls of teapots.

This cafe is not high-class nor low-class, it has an ambiance of coziness and quietness to it. I always wanted to try this place but didn't have a reason to walk in. Just few days ago, i finally set foot to this cafe and i love it! The word i use to describe this place is modest. There is something about the modesty of this cafe that i just love. And i also love the cottage feeling of the cafe.

Alrite', let's talk food and service now.

The Service:
According to my sis who been there twice, said that the service is quite slow when there is a lot of people but the day i when, the service was quite satisfying. They serve their customers with a glass of water each as a complimentary.

The waitress is quite friendly and she's willing to explain the dish to you. So, the service for Teapot Cafe on the scale of 5 is 4.

The Food:

Ice Lemon Tea
Yeah.. I know. I go to Teapot Cafe and not order their tea?
However, their ice lemon tea is not the same as the rest.
You can actually taste the difference in the tea they use.
Their version to me is better cuz the tea they use is better.


Watermelon Juice
Not bad but personally, it is quite diluted.


Nescafe Coffee
Ain't a fan of coffee.
But i suppose, it's Nescafe coffee so, nothing special.


Egg Sandwich - Toasted
At first i thought it was just a small portion but when it came,
I got a shock!
Can't beat my mom's egg sandwich but this one is not
too bad either.


Chilli Fried Rice
Not really spicy as i thought it would be.
However, nothing special about it. It's not horrible,
just nothing "Wow" to it. Nicely fried, the rice is not too
hard or soft. I do wish the ikan billis (anchovies) to be crispier.


Fried Kuey Teow
Ginormous portion! That was my first thought.
Compared to your normal Char Kuey Teow from
mamak, this one is HUGE! I like their version - not too
salty, not too tasteless. Just the right amount of chewiness
and sweetness that I like.


Fish & Chips
Oh my! I finally found my favourite Fish and Chips!
Just the right amount for me. Their tartar sauce is delious!
The fish is rolled with breadcrumbs and then fried. Crispy!
Unlike some stores where their fish is smaller than it looks,
this one is "what you see is what you get" kinda fish.
The chips is just nice to the thickness and saltiness.

Chocolate Cake
What's a meal without dessert right?
Classic piece of cake - i find it kept too long actually.
The texture of the chocolate is not as smooth
which is an indication that it was kept too long.
But besides the freshness, the cake is yummy.

Overall, some of the food is so-so. I will come back to this place again just for the fish and chips and the atmosphere that i fell in love with. A recommended place for those who, like me, been around SS2 but have not tried this place, people who needs a little R&R and also for people to bring their moms to for a late branch. Perfect atmosphere.

P.S.: This is based in personal liking and taste. It may vary with different people.


Cheers!

2009 people!!!!!!!!!!!

Unless you've been living under a rock, you would know that it's 2009 baby!!!! Oh yeah! It's so weird because i'm growing older. So what's my new year resolution? Hmm.... Probably to smile more and be a more happy person and also to make people happy around me. I can be quite a cranky person at times and i hate that. So this year, I'll try to be more cheerful! xD

So how has life been since the last time i wrote? Well, i'm less emotional compared to last time i wrote. Phiuu.... was that bad? I guess.

Anyway, i was wrong about the whole thing. WRONG I say! Cuz my parents remembered my birthday and they even took me out for a nice dinner. So far my best birthday cuz i get to celebrate with everyone i care about. My college friends, my close buddies, my sister, and of course, my parents. So it was a pretty hectic day since i also had a presentation on the same day which i totally blew! That was the sad part of it although i got full marks for that stupid presentation. Till today i'm still wondering where i when right? Cuz that was really my worse presentation. Did i mention it was also the last day of Sem 2 classes? Yup, it was!

Now that i'm talking about it, it feels like it was just yesterday but the actual fact is that it has been 2 months ago! God, now i feel old.

What else is new? Well, nothing much. Was suppose to work during my holiday/college break. But i blew that off too. Not that i didn't get any job. I did actually! TWO! But i let it go. Long story and i hurts talking about it. So i'm not going there. I regret of course but i can't do anything about it now.

Christmas just past few days ago. It was a amazing day. Though my mom was working. I had the best morning of my life! Finding a present near my pillow when i woke up! Best thing ever happen! I thought it was my mom and dad who gave it but it was only my dad. And i only found bout it later in the day. My mom got her own surprise as well. She found a present in her car! It was so not like my dad to do all these kind of stuff. You know, the "surprise" kind. But i was happy and my mom was happy. So that's all it mattered. Maybe Santa Clause really did visit us the night before??

New year was just another normal day. No where in particular. New year eve was plain boring. The actual plan was to go countdown with my friends but it end up unsuccessful. So i just stayed home with my dad and watch fireworks on tv instead. Just like every other year. I swear next year or rather this year's new year eve, i'll make sure to do something different.

Last but not least, Happy New Year and may this year, 2009 be the best year ever!!! And many happiness as well.

Here's some picture from my 18th bday:

McD for brunch

My 2 college mates, Erica & Lilian... It's a B'day dedication (L.O.L)

Starbucks Cake from Erica

The Apartment's menu... for lunch

the lights...

table setting

Joyce with her cheeky smile...

Mun with her cangih new phone

Jon with his usual camera tricks

Bloody red... XD

Spaghetti

Baked fish

Andrew's Pasta (Chef recommendation)

mango and watermelon juice @ Secret Recipe for lunch

I have the whole restaurant to myself... well, almost...

my sis

chicckkkeeennn....

baked fish with herbal sauce...

my birthday cake from my sis...

Manhattan Fish Market for dinner


Wild mushroom soup

ice lemon tea

Sweet Home Alabama (honestly, that's the name)

salmon fish

seafood pasta