A dear friend smsed me the other day.... asked if I carried a few credit cards. I replied and asked if he was going to give me a wallet. He replied 'Yes'. He informed me that there's nine slots in the wallets... I replied that I have more than 10 discount cards! No problem at all!
Yesterday, I received a parcel. When I opened it, there was a LV wallet! Not the traditional big LV letters all over the wallet, but something more 'classy and elegant'. I was overwhelmed! I thought he was joking!
He could have given it to someone else. He chose to give it to me!
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Tuesday, 30 September 2008
Last Weekend
Daddy and Win came over for the weekend, staying over at Ron's place. It's the F1 weekend and accommodation was so expensive. Tried making reservation at several hotels but simple too expensive!
Met up with them and some other friends from Malaysia for dinner. Daddy wanted to eat chili crabs. Have always been to Jumbo and wanted somewhere else. Johnny suggested his regular haunt - Golden Bay restaurant at YESS Centre, PP. Well..... my conclusion was the chili crabs tasted better at Jumbo! I doubt I would go back again....
On Sunday, met up with them for lunch and movie. Went to Suntec and it was rather empty! Many people stayed away because of F1! It was great for us..... not crowded. Had lunch at their favourite restaurant - The Soup Restaurant and followed by a movie - Disaster Movie. REALLY STUPID MOVIE!!!!! Win enjoyed himself very much, though.........
Though the time spend with them was limited, still I was happy to catch up, especially with Win. He spent 10 months in Obihiro recently. Just got back in end August.
Will be seeing Win soon... I believe....
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Met up with them and some other friends from Malaysia for dinner. Daddy wanted to eat chili crabs. Have always been to Jumbo and wanted somewhere else. Johnny suggested his regular haunt - Golden Bay restaurant at YESS Centre, PP. Well..... my conclusion was the chili crabs tasted better at Jumbo! I doubt I would go back again....
On Sunday, met up with them for lunch and movie. Went to Suntec and it was rather empty! Many people stayed away because of F1! It was great for us..... not crowded. Had lunch at their favourite restaurant - The Soup Restaurant and followed by a movie - Disaster Movie. REALLY STUPID MOVIE!!!!! Win enjoyed himself very much, though.........
Though the time spend with them was limited, still I was happy to catch up, especially with Win. He spent 10 months in Obihiro recently. Just got back in end August.
Will be seeing Win soon... I believe....
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Monday, 22 September 2008
Simple Lifestyle
To some of my friends, as they grow older, their lives becomes more active. There's so many activities to keep them busy. Going home early and staying home during the weekends are simply out of the question!
I beg to differ. Many people say that I have a lot of friends. Indeed, I do! However, I spend more time at home now than before!
Usually after work, I would want to go straight home, unless I have something to buy or dinner appointment. When I get home, I would have instant noodle or egg/ham sandwiches for dinner, unless of course, I eat out before I reach home.
After shower, it's TV, reading and Internet time. I used to watch a lot of TV programmes and also chat a lot on the Internet. Now, I have toned down. I make a point to keep up with my reading and also tidying up my room. During Sunday to Thursday, I will try to hit the sack by 11pm. Friday & Saturday nights are usually late nights for me. It does not mean I come home late...it just means that I sleep later on those nights!
Of late, I have been spending weekends at home. Tidying the room, watching TV programmes, listening to music and chatting on the Net. I was going through the list of people I used to chat with and realised that I hardly chat with more than half the list now! These people are still there, though.
As I age graciously, my lifestyle becomes simple. I wonder.....
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I beg to differ. Many people say that I have a lot of friends. Indeed, I do! However, I spend more time at home now than before!
Usually after work, I would want to go straight home, unless I have something to buy or dinner appointment. When I get home, I would have instant noodle or egg/ham sandwiches for dinner, unless of course, I eat out before I reach home.
After shower, it's TV, reading and Internet time. I used to watch a lot of TV programmes and also chat a lot on the Internet. Now, I have toned down. I make a point to keep up with my reading and also tidying up my room. During Sunday to Thursday, I will try to hit the sack by 11pm. Friday & Saturday nights are usually late nights for me. It does not mean I come home late...it just means that I sleep later on those nights!
Of late, I have been spending weekends at home. Tidying the room, watching TV programmes, listening to music and chatting on the Net. I was going through the list of people I used to chat with and realised that I hardly chat with more than half the list now! These people are still there, though.
As I age graciously, my lifestyle becomes simple. I wonder.....
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Saturday, 20 September 2008
Interesting Information
The last few days, I learned a lot about life in Sydney. Diana is very comfortable with her life in Sydney and she reckons that she would not want to stay anywhere else!Why? Well, she is well taken care of!
Few years ago, both of them had an accident and Charlie could not work. They started to live on social welfare from the Government. At the same time, they were seeking compensation. Well, they won and both of them got quite a substantial amount.
That was quite a while ago... Last year I visited them at their new home. Nice apartment, good neighbourhood,....but they are not working! They have not been working for quite a few years! Yet, they seem to be doing pretty well!
Then,I found out - they are still living on social welfare..... the Government gives out A$600 a week to them! On top of them, they get special rates for utilities, transport, etc..... because they are considered 'handicapped' due to the accident! Though they have fully recovered, these privileges stay forever!
Charlie told me that if he goes out to work, he could earn up to A$800 a week and after deducting the personal taxes, he would take home about up to A$600. Well, why work when the Government give out the same amount!!!!!!!
With the weekly allowance given, it is more than enough to feed the family. At this moment, they are on a month long holiday!
It's amazing!
Why bother to work when the Government can feed you instead!
Not sure if I want to live such a life.....
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Few years ago, both of them had an accident and Charlie could not work. They started to live on social welfare from the Government. At the same time, they were seeking compensation. Well, they won and both of them got quite a substantial amount.
That was quite a while ago... Last year I visited them at their new home. Nice apartment, good neighbourhood,....but they are not working! They have not been working for quite a few years! Yet, they seem to be doing pretty well!
Then,I found out - they are still living on social welfare..... the Government gives out A$600 a week to them! On top of them, they get special rates for utilities, transport, etc..... because they are considered 'handicapped' due to the accident! Though they have fully recovered, these privileges stay forever!
Charlie told me that if he goes out to work, he could earn up to A$800 a week and after deducting the personal taxes, he would take home about up to A$600. Well, why work when the Government give out the same amount!!!!!!!
With the weekly allowance given, it is more than enough to feed the family. At this moment, they are on a month long holiday!
It's amazing!
Why bother to work when the Government can feed you instead!
Not sure if I want to live such a life.....
------- Sawbear Travel -----------
Friday, 19 September 2008
Busy 2 Days
Charlie & family arrived on SQ220 (A380!) on Thursday afternoon. Was already at the airport waiting for them. Managed to get 2 days off ....just nice!
When they came out, I was shocked with the amount of luggage! So many pieces! How to fit into 1 cab????!!!!!! Thank goodness, we managed to get a Maxicab....
Checked them into the hotel (Orchard Grand Court) and then left them to unpack and rest before meeting them for dinner.
Brought them to Chinatown and showed them the Buddha Relic Temple. Planned to bring them to The Soup Restaurant......no longer there! Quickly called up 100 and located one at Suntec Tower 4 basement. Took a cab there and finally settled them for dinner. Dinner was delicious.... nice restaurant....
Showed them the fountain and let them walk around it for good luck. Sent them back to hotel and went back to office... Diana and some others were still in the office! Managed to clear my work..... so tired....
Another long day....met them up at 10:30am. Fist stop was Raffles Place. Showed them the vicinity and then Singapore River, The Fullerton, Merlion, Esplanade and then to VivoCity for lunch. They got to try prata, fried prawn mee, fried carrot cake, ngoh hiong and even ice kacang! After lunch, off to Ngee Ann City where I let them loose to shop around while I sneak off for my coffee.
Then, went to Bugis and showed them the famous Kuan Yin Temple. Then back to hotel to rest. Managed to get home and rested a while before I went to meet them for dinner.
Brought them to Jumbo for seafood dinner. It was a good meal. They were fortunate enough to see the light up tonight at Singapore River, with floats. Walked around Clarke Quay before sending them back to the Hotel..It has certainly been a long day for me..... really tough for me! Hahahaha!
Would be at the hotel to see them off...... Safe and enjoyable trip to Hong Kong & China!
------------ Sawbear Travel -------------
When they came out, I was shocked with the amount of luggage! So many pieces! How to fit into 1 cab????!!!!!! Thank goodness, we managed to get a Maxicab....
Checked them into the hotel (Orchard Grand Court) and then left them to unpack and rest before meeting them for dinner.
Brought them to Chinatown and showed them the Buddha Relic Temple. Planned to bring them to The Soup Restaurant......no longer there! Quickly called up 100 and located one at Suntec Tower 4 basement. Took a cab there and finally settled them for dinner. Dinner was delicious.... nice restaurant....
Showed them the fountain and let them walk around it for good luck. Sent them back to hotel and went back to office... Diana and some others were still in the office! Managed to clear my work..... so tired....
Another long day....met them up at 10:30am. Fist stop was Raffles Place. Showed them the vicinity and then Singapore River, The Fullerton, Merlion, Esplanade and then to VivoCity for lunch. They got to try prata, fried prawn mee, fried carrot cake, ngoh hiong and even ice kacang! After lunch, off to Ngee Ann City where I let them loose to shop around while I sneak off for my coffee.
Then, went to Bugis and showed them the famous Kuan Yin Temple. Then back to hotel to rest. Managed to get home and rested a while before I went to meet them for dinner.
Brought them to Jumbo for seafood dinner. It was a good meal. They were fortunate enough to see the light up tonight at Singapore River, with floats. Walked around Clarke Quay before sending them back to the Hotel..It has certainly been a long day for me..... really tough for me! Hahahaha!
Would be at the hotel to see them off...... Safe and enjoyable trip to Hong Kong & China!
------------ Sawbear Travel -------------
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Busy Day
Went to office early ... to try and get the reservation through the SPEAR system as soon as possible! Why? To beat the delivery date.....but earliest is 23rd Sep! The whole day was busy trying to get all the reservation done.... was really busy!
David came over for lunch. Updated me on the happenings in UOB. Glad to catch up with him again.
My boss commented that I did not 'disturb' her today. I replied that I was too busy! Hahahahaha! She asked if there was any complaint, I replied negative. What about compliments ? Plenty! Where? Well, it's part of our job to meet customer's expectation and we should not expect compliments! Craps! Hahahahaha!
Had dinner with Diana. Celebrating her birthday in advance. Brought her to the steamboat restaurant at Shaw Tower. She enjoyed the dinner! Brought the chili paste that my maid made for her!
Will not be in office Thursday and Friday. Charlie & family would be in Singapore and I promise to take care of them! Will be at the airport to welcome them.
Back to 'travel agent' life next few days!
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David came over for lunch. Updated me on the happenings in UOB. Glad to catch up with him again.
My boss commented that I did not 'disturb' her today. I replied that I was too busy! Hahahahaha! She asked if there was any complaint, I replied negative. What about compliments ? Plenty! Where? Well, it's part of our job to meet customer's expectation and we should not expect compliments! Craps! Hahahahaha!
Had dinner with Diana. Celebrating her birthday in advance. Brought her to the steamboat restaurant at Shaw Tower. She enjoyed the dinner! Brought the chili paste that my maid made for her!
Will not be in office Thursday and Friday. Charlie & family would be in Singapore and I promise to take care of them! Will be at the airport to welcome them.
Back to 'travel agent' life next few days!
--------- Sawbear Travel ---------
Monday, 15 September 2008
Ex Boss
CN was my ex boss .... in Travel and also in Telco.
When I was in CBT doing tour planning, CN was my Manager. Then, when I was in ST (same owner), she was my AGM. She was very good to me. She has never scolded me even when I made mistakes.
Then she left and moved on to Telco. Even when she was there , we still keep in touch. In fact, every 2nd day of CNY, we would go over to her mother's place for lunch.
When I got a job in Telco as AAM, she was the Director of the Department. The colleagues were not aware of my relationship with CN and we kept very minimum contact in office. In the few years in Telco, she was also a good boss. The managers and colleagues were full of praises for her.
Yesterday was her Birthday. I smsed her and she replied that I was the 5th in the group to wish her. I replied that ...at least I remember. Someone forgot mine!
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When I was in CBT doing tour planning, CN was my Manager. Then, when I was in ST (same owner), she was my AGM. She was very good to me. She has never scolded me even when I made mistakes.
Then she left and moved on to Telco. Even when she was there , we still keep in touch. In fact, every 2nd day of CNY, we would go over to her mother's place for lunch.
When I got a job in Telco as AAM, she was the Director of the Department. The colleagues were not aware of my relationship with CN and we kept very minimum contact in office. In the few years in Telco, she was also a good boss. The managers and colleagues were full of praises for her.
Yesterday was her Birthday. I smsed her and she replied that I was the 5th in the group to wish her. I replied that ...at least I remember. Someone forgot mine!
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Sunday, 14 September 2008
中秋节
It's Mid Autumn Festival or Mooncake Festival!
Probably more than 1 month ago, many places have started selling mooncakes. Lots of flavours - lotus paste, with salted egg, yam, durian, mango, etc... the list goes on. Every year, more and more new flavours. Manufacturers need to innovate, come out with new ideas!
The funny thing is no matter how expensive, people still buy! My colleague recently spent more than S$1000 on the mooncakes!
The new generation moncakes come in snow skin.... with many delicious flavours. Mango, Chempalak and durian are flavours you never thought to see than in mooncakes. They taste good but kind of strange as a mooncake.
I remember years ago, there was a video clip on how they make mooncakes. Trust me, what seeing that, you would not want to eat any! I guess many have forgotten about it!
Chinese are very into traditions and customs. It's 中秋节and many people will eat mooncakes, drink Chinese tea and carry lanterns!
This will stay........
---------- Sawbear Travel ----------
Probably more than 1 month ago, many places have started selling mooncakes. Lots of flavours - lotus paste, with salted egg, yam, durian, mango, etc... the list goes on. Every year, more and more new flavours. Manufacturers need to innovate, come out with new ideas!
The funny thing is no matter how expensive, people still buy! My colleague recently spent more than S$1000 on the mooncakes!
The new generation moncakes come in snow skin.... with many delicious flavours. Mango, Chempalak and durian are flavours you never thought to see than in mooncakes. They taste good but kind of strange as a mooncake.
I remember years ago, there was a video clip on how they make mooncakes. Trust me, what seeing that, you would not want to eat any! I guess many have forgotten about it!
Chinese are very into traditions and customs. It's 中秋节and many people will eat mooncakes, drink Chinese tea and carry lanterns!
This will stay........
---------- Sawbear Travel ----------
Friday, 12 September 2008
Birthday Week (12 Sep)
Yesterday was Jiro's birthday! I met Jiro many years ago when he was in Singapore with his tour group. Being in the travel business in the past, we had a lot to talk about. Jiro works for a Travel Agency in Osaka. I had the opportunities to meet up with him a few times in Osaka over the years. I remember there was 1 year where he was not well and admitted to hospital and I actually went to visit him. Otanjobi Omedeto!
When I started as a travel agent, I remembered my 1st trip to USA. I was leading a group and had to pretend that I was rather familiar wit the places of interest. When I was in LAX, I had a guide for the city tour and Universal Studio. Alex Iskandar was my guide. We got along very well that trip and since then (1988), stayed in touch. Over the years, we have met up a few times. Alex is back in Jakarta and has settled down with 2 kids (I think).
Happy Birthday, my friend! Hope to meet up again soon!
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When I started as a travel agent, I remembered my 1st trip to USA. I was leading a group and had to pretend that I was rather familiar wit the places of interest. When I was in LAX, I had a guide for the city tour and Universal Studio. Alex Iskandar was my guide. We got along very well that trip and since then (1988), stayed in touch. Over the years, we have met up a few times. Alex is back in Jakarta and has settled down with 2 kids (I think).
Happy Birthday, my friend! Hope to meet up again soon!
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Wednesday, 10 September 2008
Birthday Week (10 Sep)
Stayed up till midnight last night ...... to sms Birthday greetings to 2 good friends! To someone who sleeps before 11pm, that's a great sacrifice! To me, the sacrifice is worth it!
Sam is a good friend from KL. The last time I was in KL, he actually took time to accompany me. A recent news in the papers about his house mate went crazy and killed the pet dogs in the house, prompted him to move house. A recent job promotion and a new found love set him on a bright and happy journey for the rest of this year! Happy Birthday, Sam!
In the recent months, I met this interesting guy who is in the imports and exports of wines. I have had the opportunities to meet up for some drinks and meals. In fact, every time we meet, there's always exchanges of 'words'... never spare the other party....kill! kill! kill! Being aware of his trade, I bought him a book about 1001 wines ... too thick for him!
To this friend, my sincere greetings convey - Happy Birthday, Derrick!
More Birthday greetings to go!
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Tuesday, 9 September 2008
Chinatown
Was at Chinatown for dinner with Gerald. Had claypot rice from the famous stall - 02-199. Had to wait for at least 25 minutes. The food was good and probably worth the wait!
It's the Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration and Chinatown is bustling with lots of activities! There's 歌台every night but the singers are mainly old folks! Surprisingly the crowd is huge! There's also a lot of stalls selling mooncakes, lanterns, Pomelos, etc... Makes the whole place very lively!
As we were walking toward Lucky Chinatown, I noticed a strange sight. There's a lot of 'pretty' china boys hanging around. One of them was trying to approach me. Gerald was 'luckier' than me! 2 young boys tried to approach him! Hahahahaha! Well, in Geylang, you have the ladies; in Desker road, you have the 'ladies' and in Chinatown, you have the boys! These boys were preying on 'old men' like Gerald and me!
It was an interesting evening out.......in Chinatown!
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Birthday Week (09 Sep)
Back in 1983 ..... when I was in Pre-U, I had the opportunity to host some Japanese Rotaractors who were in Singapore for a cultural exchange program. There was one guy who was also there to host the Japanese. He was from NUS Rotaract Club. We got along very well. During the years in Rotaract, we met up many times, and even after Rotaract, we continue to keep in touch.
Happy Birthday, Darryl! Many Happy returns!
Happy Birthday, Darryl! Many Happy returns!
Monday, 8 September 2008
Drama Serials
愚公移山 is the latest drama serial that I am watching. Surprised? Well, I am a great fan of magical , mystical fairy tales! I love to watch 如来神掌, 神雕侠侣， 天龙八部, 水月洞天, 我和僵尸有个约会，等等。Of course, there's a lot more and I have watched many. My favourites are those mentioned above.
With VCD, they come in 30 - 40 pieces; with DVD, they comes in about 15. I watch more during weekends and maybe 2 - 3chapters during weekdays, depending on what time I get home!
To me, it's something I enjoy. At least, I have something to occupy my weekends!
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Birthday Week
It's China man's birthday again! Happy Birthday, Johnson! Johnson used to be a neighbour staying on the 11st storey. We started chatting when he passed by my office years ago. First , it was just the couple, then the 1st daughter arrived and then the 2nd daughter also arrived. Though, Johnson has moved to Bukit Gombak, we still keep in touch through msn. He has been travelling lately and just got back! Will catch up for dinner, my friend!
Ernest is a friend from KL. The 1st time I met him was in 2006. The impression was quite good as he was the only one that chatted in English to me! We continued the friendship through msn and though we hardly chat nowadays, I would still hear of his news once a while. In fact, he was in Singapore recently and I managed to meet up! Happy Birthday to you, my friend!
Today is also my maid's birthday. Every year I would give her an Ang Pow. Yanti has been with my family for more than 2 years. She has been a great help in taking care of my mum.
Sorry guys, no Ang Pow for you!
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Ernest is a friend from KL. The 1st time I met him was in 2006. The impression was quite good as he was the only one that chatted in English to me! We continued the friendship through msn and though we hardly chat nowadays, I would still hear of his news once a while. In fact, he was in Singapore recently and I managed to meet up! Happy Birthday to you, my friend!
Today is also my maid's birthday. Every year I would give her an Ang Pow. Yanti has been with my family for more than 2 years. She has been a great help in taking care of my mum.
Sorry guys, no Ang Pow for you!
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Friday, 5 September 2008
Striking Seven
When I was with BizSales few years ago, a group of us came together and called ourselves the STRIKING SEVEN. A force to reckon with!
I was the chairman, and Cheryl was the vice chairperson. Cindy was Secretary and Emily was Treasurer. Hwee Hwee was the IT support and Diana & Fiona were members. We used to take turn to buy breakfast, and also organised outings
Then, Hwee Hwee left, Emily, Fiona and Cheryl also left. Cindy got transferred to another department. I left last year and cam back recently. Diana was the only one here and she's still here!
Though we are all working at different places, we would make a point to meet up often. Tonight, we are meeting up again. I do not agree on teh venue but....majority wins! Haiz.....
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I was the chairman, and Cheryl was the vice chairperson. Cindy was Secretary and Emily was Treasurer. Hwee Hwee was the IT support and Diana & Fiona were members. We used to take turn to buy breakfast, and also organised outings
Then, Hwee Hwee left, Emily, Fiona and Cheryl also left. Cindy got transferred to another department. I left last year and cam back recently. Diana was the only one here and she's still here!
Though we are all working at different places, we would make a point to meet up often. Tonight, we are meeting up again. I do not agree on teh venue but....majority wins! Haiz.....
------- Sawbear Travel ------------
Thursday, 4 September 2008
Dinner Last Night
Met up with Li for dinner last night.
Went to the HKG Tea Restaurant at Anchorpoint ... ordered a few dishes ... the eel porridge was average, the pork cutlet was below average and the dim sum....CMI! The only saving grace was the dessert..... tasted like dessert!
Li is a close friend...have been very good to me. Even bought me a birthday present. ... something that I like ...very practical gift for me! Thanks!
All the best to your job! It's a tough period for you at the moment..but I am sure you can make it!
--------- Sawbear Travel ------------
Went to the HKG Tea Restaurant at Anchorpoint ... ordered a few dishes ... the eel porridge was average, the pork cutlet was below average and the dim sum....CMI! The only saving grace was the dessert..... tasted like dessert!
Li is a close friend...have been very good to me. Even bought me a birthday present. ... something that I like ...very practical gift for me! Thanks!
All the best to your job! It's a tough period for you at the moment..but I am sure you can make it!
--------- Sawbear Travel ------------
Wednesday, 3 September 2008
Different Culture
Called Wilson last night to wish him 'Happy Birthday'. He turned 56 yesterday. Found out that he has retired and staying at house to look after his wife who has stroke. In Portugal, the Company does not believe in flexi hours and working from home and thus he has no choice but to take early retirement. He is currently living on his pension and savings. He has moved to a smaller house and also cut down unnecessary expenditure.
Asked him about his 2 children and his replied was that they have grown up and living their own lives. Over there, the children will fend for themselves when they start working. They do not stay with parents nor give pocket money to the parents. Why? It's the culture! Wilson do not expect the children to give him money, though he is retired.
I also asked him about his own well being and if he occasionally meet up with friends. I was surprised to learn that he does not have friends, only ex colleagues. He said, in Portugal, you need to be healthy in order to have friends. No one wants to catch up with him when they know he has a sick wife. They try to avoid him. That's reality!
Honestly, I am glad that I have a 'better' culture here. Many people yearns to be living in the western world but the truth is.... can we blend in with the culture? I do not envy.....
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Asked him about his 2 children and his replied was that they have grown up and living their own lives. Over there, the children will fend for themselves when they start working. They do not stay with parents nor give pocket money to the parents. Why? It's the culture! Wilson do not expect the children to give him money, though he is retired.
I also asked him about his own well being and if he occasionally meet up with friends. I was surprised to learn that he does not have friends, only ex colleagues. He said, in Portugal, you need to be healthy in order to have friends. No one wants to catch up with him when they know he has a sick wife. They try to avoid him. That's reality!
Honestly, I am glad that I have a 'better' culture here. Many people yearns to be living in the western world but the truth is.... can we blend in with the culture? I do not envy.....
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Who is King? Employee or Employer?
Was having dinner with an old friend, Anthony, last night at Akira Japanese Restaurant (Link Hotel). At the dinner were 3 of his designers from China - 3 very young ladies from Xiamen. According to Anthony, it is very difficult to employ designers and it is actually cost effective to employ from China. Unlike in the past when the designer only take care of designing, they now see through the printing, and even handle sales. Anthony said that he would bring a designer with him, leave her to discuss with customer and once everything is confirmed, take out the agreement for customer to sign!
The designers are very important to him and he must make a point to take good care of them. In his case, the staff is King!
By the way, the food at Akira .... CMI.
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The designers are very important to him and he must make a point to take good care of them. In his case, the staff is King!
By the way, the food at Akira .... CMI.
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Tuesday, 2 September 2008
The Start of September .........
Busy month for birthdays....
Today is Wilson's Birthday, a friend from Italy. Many year ago, I met him in Japan near Asakusa at a Chinese restaurant. As we were the only 2 Chinese in the restaurant, we chatted and became friends.
All these years, we have been keeping in touch. Today, is a special day for him and like all these years, I send him my sincere wishes! Happy Birthday, Wilson!
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Today is Wilson's Birthday, a friend from Italy. Many year ago, I met him in Japan near Asakusa at a Chinese restaurant. As we were the only 2 Chinese in the restaurant, we chatted and became friends.
All these years, we have been keeping in touch. Today, is a special day for him and like all these years, I send him my sincere wishes! Happy Birthday, Wilson!
------------- Sawbear Travel --------------
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