Times haven't been great. Well, they were for a while...
But what matters is that everything is starting to pick up now, and that's all that matters. At the worst time, I got a reminder from someone I didn't expect. He said that things always seemed worst before they started to get better. Pretty timely, especially since he came from a similar situation I was at the time, but he managed to pick himself up, and he got to where he is today.
I hope one day that will be me. But until then, hard work and sheer perseverance will have to do!
The past few weeks have been a mix of ups and downs, but when have times never been that way haha. Managed to take a few quick snaps along the way!
#1: A super chillax cafe called the 1925! Love the dilapitated (but not really) raw walls, and the furnishings, somehow felt very calming! Maybe because that was the second level, and we had it all to ourselves hehe.
#2: What adorable sugar containers! This one's at Two Bakers!
#3: This is somewhere near Haji Lane. Colleagues and I had lunch at some Moroccan restaurant. It was my first time trying Moroccan cuisine, and I find it alright! Maybe cuz I had low expectations since I've never had it before.
#4: The ever-famous KKM!!! Ql and I have heard people rave about these for ages, but we've never managed to try them because they only open at 2am (wth right) in the wee hours of the morning, and close around 12pm. But one night, we willed ourselves to stay awake, and we
didn't regret it. No joke though, you wouldn't think that simple instant noodles could taste so good, but they were HEAVENLY. The broth and the texture of the noodles were the stars of the show. We might be going to have them again tonight heh.
#5: This was taken just yesterday! IKEA prepared a spread for SPH partners at our very own office! I was hoping they would bring us out, cuz I would love to see how the IKEA hq looks like, but they managed to deck out the conference room so well... And the food was A+++++++. These were the super high-quality disposable plates and cutlery for parties!
#6: Food we ordered at Two Bakers. Eliza had the cutlet (forgot whether it was fish or chicken) burger, and I got the Salmon Royale. It was so good, but my pocket suffered.
#7: My love for rosti has been rekindled. Okay, it never really went away. We've been to Marche a total of 3 times this last month, and every single time, I've been getting a rosti all for myself. Thinking about it makes me so hungry now.....
#8: Ql and I finally tried Tanuki! We've always been thinking about going in to give their sushi rolls and bentos a try, but the lines were either two long, or we had cravings for something else. But this time, we finally settled on trying it, and it was -not kidding- one of the best bentos I've ever had. Didn't get to try their sushi rolls, but we ordered their Poutine Criss-cut fries, which were like potatoes with salsa, avocadoes and sour cream. Match made in heaven? Probably so.
#9: I went to recce the Dawson estates together with Dom yesterday. They are the newest HDB estates that were designed by private architects. I was completely blown away by the design, facilities, and the overall look and feel of both Skyville and Skyterrace. Everything looks so sleek and futuristic, and the architectural structures were mind-blowing. Lofts, communal facilities, super cool terraces and windy units??? Can they please do this up in Bukit Panjang ASAP? I'm pretty sure once Ql sees these he would want to live in one too.
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We're halfway through November now, but I honestly can't wait for it to finally be December. It's my favourite time of the year, primarily because of Christmas, but also because of how the festive period makes everybody feel happier! Lights will be up on Orchard, Christmas decoration will be everywhere, and the best part - it'll be time for present-shopping!!!! I don't know why spending my money makes me feel so excited, especially since I'm buying gifts for others, but I just love shopping for Christmas presents, writing cards, wrapping the gifts, all that jazz. Christmas, please come soon. :)
