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"Love is patient,
love is kind.
It does not boast,
it is not proud.
It is not rude,
it is not self-seeking,
it is not easliy angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth. It always protects,
always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Love never fails."
1 Cor 13:4-8
"Ideal love is fostered only between two sincere, mature and independent people.
It is the inner struggle to polish these attributes that is the key. Real love is not two people clinging to each other; it can only be fostered between two strong people secure in their individuality."
-Ikeda Sensei, Wisdom of Words
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my feet..
Looking at my feet, I realised how lazy I am as a lady.
Kinda sad just looking at this photo.
Neglected my feet for the past decade!
I like the color of my pedicure though, courtesy of my auntie who let me used her package.
hur hur.
I'm only proud of my big toe cause it is of appropriate size and shape.
However, the rest is just too horrible.
They are puny and ...bloated!
The nails are so so so small.
I used to be afraid of pedicure cause I have no idea what the manicurist will comment.
I would imagine this scenrio..
she: "Aiyo, why your nails so small?"
me: "hehe, i have no idea?"
she: "nevermind la, save on time and my nail polish too."
me, in my mind: "ok. wth.."
But hey,
it really happened when I tried out my first pedicure.
Initially, I thought I will be pissed.
Yet, it wasn't really an issue.
I will just laugh it off.
Seriously, I better start taking care of my feet.
It shows how attentive you are as a person.
A proper lady has to look appropriate from head to toe.
Meaning...
i. the right kind of hairstyle and haircut
ii. clean skin
iii. clothes that suit oneself
iv. Silky hands
v. THE feet
It is tough being a lady.
So much to take note of.
Yet, we cannot afford to be sloppy if we want to wear nice heels or wedges or
pumps or sneakers.
Anyone out there has any tips on how to take care of our feet?
:: dawn tan :: at 8:52 AM
Breakie at Delifrance...
the trio
my twin!
shelby with her new curls!
shelby with peijun..
shelby and me..there u go.. shelby & pj.. just grab the photos!
we shall see u in dec, miss shelby!
:: dawn tan :: at 9:14 PM
SWEET 16, XIAOMEI!
:: dawn tan :: at 7:10 PM
Shelby is as funny as usual.
Met up with Shelby and pj for breakfast at delifrance this morning.
I think it is a girl's thing to be late.
But well, this is nature.
However the gal who is supposed to be latest arrived the earliest.
That is the so adorable Shelby.
Her hair is nice. Not like cauliflower at all. :)
We had a nice chat & laughter at delifrance.
Took some pictures together. But no funny ones.
We are grown up ladies. Prim and proper reflect how lady-like we are!
Shall upload them much later.
One point to note.
GSS is so not a sale.
Goods on sale are outdated and still, over-priced.
Tried a couple of silly clothings that are so not worth the money.
But it was fun. The trial-and-error of clothes can let me know what kind suits me.
CAC meeting was usual.
At least now we know what we need to do and the schedule of program.
How will the camp turn out to be?
I guess, it'll be lots of silly jokes and laughter.
Two camps coming up for me. one week after another.
Think i'll be charred on the skin, sore in the throat when school re-opens.
Shall get a sunblock that is like 50+++ to ward off those harmful rays that will age me!
Oh, work was alright. not very demanding, but it is difficult.
worked for 2.5 hours today and i only managed to talk to 3 people.
none wanted to get anything.
quite sad cause they wasted my effort.
but it was worth a try since it'll improve my product knowledge.
Ah, hope to sell something tmr.
I'm not being ambitious.
But, it is just a target.
:: dawn tan :: at 12:53 AM what a day.
Woke up near noon, as usual.
A life without a job or classes can get on one's nerves sometimes.
So I decided to get out of the house and do some exercise.
Went to the gym and burned some calories.
I realised that more aunties are visiting the gym these days.
Everyone is aiming for a healthy lifestyle and to lose weight too.
What's new?
Then, I went to swim.
Something that I have not done for ages.
It was quite a feat to swim 10 laps in a go, and I did that twice.
Wanted to do some sun-tanning, but the sun was hiding away behind the clouds.
I am getting so fair, after so much indoor activities.
Showered and went home.
Had late lunch and watched tv shows again.
Was watching travel and discovery.
Samantha Brown was in Germany.
Ah. How extremely fun it'll be to be gulping down big jugs of beer with the German folks.
I will definitely backpack to Europe after my graduation.
Now, I really need to save the money and cut the fats to plan for my graduation trip.
Anyone who'll like to join me in this quest?
Well, tmr i'm going for an interview at Amore.
To do part-time as membership sales executive for good. or as long as i can.
It'll be good to bring in more cash so that I won't have to depend on my dad too much.
Meantime, I can save up for my graduation trip too!
Ahh, dad is in his cranky moods again.
I shall get back to my dan brown's angels and demons.
The storyline is different but the whole idea is similar to da vinci code.
Same quest and treasure hunt story.
But, it is an adventure to follow!
:: dawn tan :: at 9:05 PM it hurts so much, u never know..
U said.. "if i could turn back time, i will not love you so much."
I asked.. "why?"
U replied.. "because it takes a lot of effort to do so, it's tiring." and
" given a choice, i won't choose to do that again."
What is that supposed to mean then?
Is it a complaint, a comment or a hint?
I am not doubting anything, but it sounds like you are regretting.
If you do not regret, you won't want to change any action you took.
You may never know, but that hurts me so much.
Am I so horrible as a gf to make you say such a phrase?
We chatted about this matter.
N u told that it was just wrong choice of words.
The main point is, you love me very much.
And, i know that.
probably, like u said, i'm jumping to conclusions.
:: dawn tan :: at 11:38 PM
This was taken by my friend, who was in Paris (Champs Elysees)
during the World Cup final match.
Even though zizou was sent off with the head-butt, his portrait was still imaged on the
Arc de Triomphe.
This shows the high respect they have for him.
On the projection, it shows,
"zizou, on t'aime"
i think it translates to something like they still love him.
So, do you think he'll be stripped off the title of being the best player in World Cup 2006?
So, do you think he'll be stripped off the title of being the best player in World Cup 2006?
:: dawn tan :: at 3:57 AM
bad habits..
People say, don't wash your laundry in the public.
But I say, I need to remind myself.
This is not a form of disgrace, but a form of reminder.
1. I prefer to shower before I sleep.
(Please do not try that too often. It is really bad for the body. You'll awaken with aching body and drier skin.)
2. I spend like a king when I have the cash.
(Set aside some good deal of money in another place for safe-keeping.)
Haha, these are the 2 serious bad habits that I have... for now.
How do i get rid of them?
Urgh, if I know, I wouldn't be commenting about them.
Anyway, went out with a friend for dinner today.
great to get out of the house, meet friends and have a nice chat.
Coffee club's mud pie and gourmet tea were excellent.
the tea can be re-filled with hot water, so it is a good purchase for long chats at the cafe!
BUT... I missed dear's call from KL.
Yae, he went KL with his army matez.. without me!
So sad, leave me alone in singapore.
So boring!
Hope he'll call me tml. I think he is quite pissed with me for missing the calls.
But i really couldn't hear it ring when it is in my bag. even though it is like vol lvl 4!
Oppz. Hope he forgives me!
:: dawn tan :: at 3:35 AM An angry man should be left alone.
What do you attempt to do when you are angry?
One unique way in the field - use your head to bang on the other party's chest.
Guess anyone who watched the Finals for World Cup would have an idea what I'm trying to say.
It was a 'remarkable' move by Zizou to end his career in such a manner.
I don't blame him.
In fact, I am giving him all the respect and support.
C'mon, that was such an impact.
Footage of that head-move was ridiculously amusing yet surprising.
News from Fifa named him the Best Player for World Cup 2006.
So, what can we say?
Humans err when we cannot control our emotions.
The public criticize and judge.
Who is to comment our own actions?
It may deemed as wrong to others, but in a defensive manner, you can claim that you are right in your actions.
What do you do when you are on fire?
For me, I can say the most foolish things ever or do some dumb actions that will irritate people.
Or, I will stop talking to people and isolate myself.
Conclusion:
Angry man should be left alone.
You never know what will happen when you provoke an angry man.
:: dawn tan :: at 1:32 AM
our 4th year together!
You surprised me with a present that I never thought you will get.
It was very sweet of you and I love the present!
It really touches me, and I feel so guilty for not being able to give yours yet.
I know that I had spoilt the day with my moody remarks and attitude.
I didn't mean to irritate you or spoil the day.
I was foolish to act in such manner.
But, you forgave me.
The ice-cream we shared was the sweetest one ever.
The dinner we had was the tastier one ever.
And, the stroll we had was the most romantic one ever.
These 4 years, you have been patient and understanding with me.
I have my dumb thoughts and actions, but you will guide me even after much attempts.
It takes great amount of effort to keep this relationship going.
You going away to Aus for studies will be a great test for us.
It will then take extra amount of effort for us to keep it strong.
I have faith in you, me and us.
Just like you do in me.
You have been the best boyfriend.
That will never change.
Love.
:: dawn tan :: at 1:24 AM disappointment..
i don't know how to deal with disappointment.
let alone to understand how someone else will deal with it.
the day is coming.
and i can't do what i want to fulfill.
someone is going to be so disappointed with me.
urgh.
this is so irritating.
if only things will turn out the way i want them to be.
then, i won't be stuck in this situation.
you are not around.
i am so afraid you'll be so upset that you don't dare set any expectations anymore.
how i wish you are here with me.
so i can hug u tight,
seeking your understanding and the comfort.
:: dawn tan :: at 10:33 PM
dawn tan pei yi
8 feb 1985
live to smile,
For everyday
is a beautiful day!
reading:
How to walk in high heels
- Camilla Morton
song in da head:
::voice out::