Hey guys, here's the video for Leah and Jun's joint birthday celebration in 2008... Enjoy!
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Showing posts with label Diary. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Diary. Show all posts
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Monday, September 1, 2008
Sasha's 18th
Here's a video of Sasha's 18th.
It's been sitting on my computer for a couple of years to be edited so I've just got round to it!
Enjoy :)
It's been sitting on my computer for a couple of years to be edited so I've just got round to it!
Enjoy :)
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Lenan's 27th Birthday
Lenan turned 27 this weekend and we had a BBQ at his place followed by some CS, Wii, and Poker action.
Last hand came down to Glenn and Jay. The pot was split with Jay taking the majority of the share out of respect for Manoy Glenn :) Good boy Jay, your parents taught you well :P
Last hand came down to Glenn and Jay. The pot was split with Jay taking the majority of the share out of respect for Manoy Glenn :) Good boy Jay, your parents taught you well :P
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Friday, August 8, 2008
Lately
Lately I've been addicted to Facebook poker... even been playing during my lunch breaks at work with the rest of my colleagues as well as the boss.
The opening ceremony is on right now but I don't have an antenna here at home so just chillin'
It was Lenan's birthday yesterday and mum cooked up a feast... was gooooooood!
Anyway, I stumbled upon this site that lists every blu-ray movie that has been released and is going to be released:
http://www.blu-raystats.com/Stats/Stats.php
The opening ceremony is on right now but I don't have an antenna here at home so just chillin'
It was Lenan's birthday yesterday and mum cooked up a feast... was gooooooood!
Anyway, I stumbled upon this site that lists every blu-ray movie that has been released and is going to be released:
http://www.blu-raystats.com/Stats/Stats.php
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Home Sweet Home!
Just spent the weekend moving to my house in Scoresby.
It's Sunday, 11:15pm and Wong and I are still unpacking...
I'll post up some pics soon :)
It's Sunday, 11:15pm and Wong and I are still unpacking...
I'll post up some pics soon :)
Friday, July 25, 2008
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Sunday spent at Bunnings and Scoresby
Sunday. It "should" be for resting. But not for Wong and I this weekend.
We're rushing to get stuff done before we move in next week!
We're rushing to get stuff done before we move in next week!
Saturday, July 19, 2008
T-minus 8 days
8 days to go before Wong and I move into my property in Scoresby.
Today we bought our washing machine, and vaccuum. We're almost finished with the painting of doors and frames.
Tomorrow we're getting the carpets steam cleaned.
Oh, got the phone connected too so I can get my precious internet connection setup!
Speaking of technology, here's a movie I can't wait for!!! Wall-E!
Today we bought our washing machine, and vaccuum. We're almost finished with the painting of doors and frames.
Tomorrow we're getting the carpets steam cleaned.
Oh, got the phone connected too so I can get my precious internet connection setup!
Speaking of technology, here's a movie I can't wait for!!! Wall-E!
Friday, July 18, 2008
Money money money!
It seems like you can never have enough money. You always want what you don't have.
The last few weeks have been pretty tough and will only get harder. Wong and I are moving back to my Scoresby property and we've starting shopping for white goods and other stuff for the house. If you've ever had to move out, you know how quickly these type of expenses add up!
Further to that, we're organising our wedding which happens in November this year... that's less than 4 months away!
And even further to that, after my day job, I usually get home and plonk myself in front of the computer working on my photography and videography business!
There are times where I just want to do nothing an when I do nothing, I can't enjoy it because I feel guilty for being lazy, but then I procrastinate on doing the things I need to do... not sure if this may trigger myself burning out, I hope not!
*sigh*
Anyway, check out this pic. I dug it out from my archives and was one of the first photos I ever took with my dSLR whilst I was in Japan last year teaching English.
It's an HDR image overlooking the balcony of the apartment Wong and I stayed in in Nagoya, Japan.
The last few weeks have been pretty tough and will only get harder. Wong and I are moving back to my Scoresby property and we've starting shopping for white goods and other stuff for the house. If you've ever had to move out, you know how quickly these type of expenses add up!
Further to that, we're organising our wedding which happens in November this year... that's less than 4 months away!
And even further to that, after my day job, I usually get home and plonk myself in front of the computer working on my photography and videography business!
There are times where I just want to do nothing an when I do nothing, I can't enjoy it because I feel guilty for being lazy, but then I procrastinate on doing the things I need to do... not sure if this may trigger myself burning out, I hope not!
*sigh*
Anyway, check out this pic. I dug it out from my archives and was one of the first photos I ever took with my dSLR whilst I was in Japan last year teaching English.
It's an HDR image overlooking the balcony of the apartment Wong and I stayed in in Nagoya, Japan.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
I Miss Japan
Wong and I still reminisce the days we worked for Nova as English instructors in Nagoya, Japan.
We'll always have a place in our hearts for the wonderful and wacky Japanese culture and I'm glad I resigned from my job as a software engineer to explore the rich culture of Japan with Wong. Since we've returned, I haven't gone back to IT. I'm now in sales and find it a lot more rewarding and challenging at the same time!
Here are some pics from our stay in land of the rising sun...
Enjoy!
We'll always have a place in our hearts for the wonderful and wacky Japanese culture and I'm glad I resigned from my job as a software engineer to explore the rich culture of Japan with Wong. Since we've returned, I haven't gone back to IT. I'm now in sales and find it a lot more rewarding and challenging at the same time!
Here are some pics from our stay in land of the rising sun...
Enjoy!
Monday, July 14, 2008
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Monday, June 9, 2008
Port Campell with Minnie and Nick
It was the Queen's birthday long weekend for Victoria and Wong and I spent it with our good friends, Nick and Minnie in Port Campbell (Great Ocean Road).
We stayed there for 3 days, 2 nights at South Ocean Villas.
We fished off the Port Campbell jetty and caught 6 Trevally on the 2nd day using Pilchard for bait.
On the 3rd and last day, we used one of the Mackerels that Minnie caught to catch 10 fish in total (Trevallies and other Mackerels).
Wong cooked a great roast on the first night, but nothing can beat what Minnie and Nick whipped up together!! We were treated to Japanese style cooking! Home made Gyoza (special mixture of mince, chives, and other herbs wrapped in a soft dumpling like wrapping which was then fried and steamed). The chicken wings were to die for too! And to top it off, I had put in the oven 3 of the 6 Trevallies we caught on the 2nd day. Let me just say that we were all SLEEEEEEEPY after that mega meal! It was THE BEST!!
We also stopped by a cheese farm on the way back to Melbourne which offered a selection of delicious organic cheeses... yummmmm!
Click on the pics below to see larger sized image :)
We stayed there for 3 days, 2 nights at South Ocean Villas.
We fished off the Port Campbell jetty and caught 6 Trevally on the 2nd day using Pilchard for bait.
On the 3rd and last day, we used one of the Mackerels that Minnie caught to catch 10 fish in total (Trevallies and other Mackerels).
Wong cooked a great roast on the first night, but nothing can beat what Minnie and Nick whipped up together!! We were treated to Japanese style cooking! Home made Gyoza (special mixture of mince, chives, and other herbs wrapped in a soft dumpling like wrapping which was then fried and steamed). The chicken wings were to die for too! And to top it off, I had put in the oven 3 of the 6 Trevallies we caught on the 2nd day. Let me just say that we were all SLEEEEEEEPY after that mega meal! It was THE BEST!!
We also stopped by a cheese farm on the way back to Melbourne which offered a selection of delicious organic cheeses... yummmmm!
Click on the pics below to see larger sized image :)
Monday, March 26, 2007
Domo Arigato Gozaimashita
I'd like to say thank you to the following folks who have given me a little something for my farewell...
Thank you Keiko for the strawberry cheesecake!
I'm so glad that you remembered one of my favourite desserts. I was forced to share it with Wong and we both enjoyed the cake very much!
Thank you Atsuko for the hatchou-miso and tamari!
It has been a pleasure to teach you English.
My little kinder student, Naoki (and his mother)!
Thanks for the little scented pouch.
Thank you Megumi for all the little goodies!
I love the little photo album, and I'm sure I'll have no trouble in finishing the sweets with Wong around!
Thank you Akiko for your sweet letter.
Even though we've only worked together for a few months, I've enjoyed our time together!
Thanks Caroline for the Tim Tams!
You're making me miss home even more...
Thank you Masahiro for the medallion of William Wallace.
I know he's one of your heroes and I really appreciate your gift because I know it means a lot to you... thank you.
and thank you Setsuyo for the ume syu.
This is the best Japanese alcoholic drink I've ever tried!
I really appreciate the time and effort you took to make it... thank you!
Thank you Keiko for the strawberry cheesecake!
I'm so glad that you remembered one of my favourite desserts. I was forced to share it with Wong and we both enjoyed the cake very much!
Thank you Atsuko for the hatchou-miso and tamari!
It has been a pleasure to teach you English.
My little kinder student, Naoki (and his mother)!
Thanks for the little scented pouch.
Thank you Megumi for all the little goodies!
I love the little photo album, and I'm sure I'll have no trouble in finishing the sweets with Wong around!
Thank you Akiko for your sweet letter.
Even though we've only worked together for a few months, I've enjoyed our time together!
Thanks Caroline for the Tim Tams!
You're making me miss home even more...
Thank you Masahiro for the medallion of William Wallace.
I know he's one of your heroes and I really appreciate your gift because I know it means a lot to you... thank you.
and thank you Setsuyo for the ume syu.
This is the best Japanese alcoholic drink I've ever tried!
I really appreciate the time and effort you took to make it... thank you!
Sayonara @ Sakae!
After my day ended at Nova, me and a few other friends had dinner at The Outback in Sakae. I always walk out of that place half asleep because of the large portions they serve! I highly recommend the Alice Springs Chicken. It's roast chicken breast marinated in special sauce, mushrooms, bacon and melted cheese smothering the chicken. You also get a heap of chips cooked to perfection and a special dipping sauce... it's absolute heaven! But you'll pay around 2000 yen, which is why I can only afford to go there once a month (after pay day)!
Sophie, Caroline, Minnie, Francis, Nicky, me, Glen, Denin, and Wong.
Following dinner, we were off to The Hub for drinks. Saw the two new Nova Fujigaoka instructors there, Paul and Natsumi. I still remember my first few weeks in Japan like it was yesterday! Wong and I were just going along with the flow of getting settled in, meeting new people, checking out the places to go...
Wong, me, Brandon, and May.
Christy, Laura, and Wong.
Sian, Lisa, Wong, and Minnie.
Francis, Brandon, me, and Masahiro.
Sian, Me, Lisa, and Wong.
Sophie, Caroline, Minnie, Francis, Nicky, me, Glen, Denin, and Wong.
Following dinner, we were off to The Hub for drinks. Saw the two new Nova Fujigaoka instructors there, Paul and Natsumi. I still remember my first few weeks in Japan like it was yesterday! Wong and I were just going along with the flow of getting settled in, meeting new people, checking out the places to go...
Wong, me, Brandon, and May.
Christy, Laura, and Wong.
Sian, Lisa, Wong, and Minnie.
Francis, Brandon, me, and Masahiro.
Sian, Me, Lisa, and Wong.
Sayonara Nova!
Today was my last day at Nova and I had to say goodbye to the students, branch staff, and the other instructors.
I was blown away with the kind gestures and gifts I received from everyone!
Don't you hate it when you realise how much you actually appreciate something when you have to let it go?
Mika.
Me and "the boyz".
Maiko and Kenichi.
Me and Takeshi.
Chiharu, Miki, and Mana.
The instructors I was working with on my last day.
Brandon, Natsumi, Fleur, Rob, and Jon.
The little munchkins I teach on Saturdays.
Nana, Kazamaru, Naoko, and Koma.
Chikako (the boss)
Our lovely branch staff at Nova Fujigaoka.
Sayaka, Akiko, and Chikako.
No, this is not how we teach our classes!
Me and the guys!
Me and the ladies!
The gang!
Sayaka and Akiko were the branch staff on duty on my last day.
Sayaka (on the left) is always very happy and likes to kid around a lot, but as I was leaving she started to cry but I thought she was joking around (as she usually does) but when after a while, I realised it was for real and gave her a big hug!
I have met so many great people at work and to tell you the truth, it feels kinda weird that i'm leaving and going back home. I don't know what to expect when I get home... I'll have to re-adjust (again). No more Yoshinoya, bento boxes, ramen, and oni-giris!
I will miss everyone and everything about Japan.
I missed out on a few things that I wanted to do so perhaps some time in the future, I'll come back to Japan and quite possibly drop in at Fujigaoka Nova :)
Thank you to all the students, staff, and instructors who have made my experience in Japan a happy and memorable one!
I was blown away with the kind gestures and gifts I received from everyone!
Don't you hate it when you realise how much you actually appreciate something when you have to let it go?
Mika.
Me and "the boyz".
Maiko and Kenichi.
Me and Takeshi.
Chiharu, Miki, and Mana.
The instructors I was working with on my last day.
Brandon, Natsumi, Fleur, Rob, and Jon.
The little munchkins I teach on Saturdays.
Nana, Kazamaru, Naoko, and Koma.
Chikako (the boss)
Our lovely branch staff at Nova Fujigaoka.
Sayaka, Akiko, and Chikako.
No, this is not how we teach our classes!
Me and the guys!
Me and the ladies!
The gang!
Sayaka and Akiko were the branch staff on duty on my last day.
Sayaka (on the left) is always very happy and likes to kid around a lot, but as I was leaving she started to cry but I thought she was joking around (as she usually does) but when after a while, I realised it was for real and gave her a big hug!
I have met so many great people at work and to tell you the truth, it feels kinda weird that i'm leaving and going back home. I don't know what to expect when I get home... I'll have to re-adjust (again). No more Yoshinoya, bento boxes, ramen, and oni-giris!
I will miss everyone and everything about Japan.
I missed out on a few things that I wanted to do so perhaps some time in the future, I'll come back to Japan and quite possibly drop in at Fujigaoka Nova :)
Thank you to all the students, staff, and instructors who have made my experience in Japan a happy and memorable one!
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