“Hi, __ speaking.” “Good morning, sir.” (confused) “Eh who is this?” “Hi sir, I am calling from __ bank . I want to share with you on our promotions, sir.” (sighs) “Are you aware you are talking to a lady?” “Oh! I am sorry, sir. It must be a mistake, sir.” “What is?” (engaged tone)
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Thinking about feedback
Some people assume it is out of my social consciousness and natural desire for improvement. The blunt ones say I am nosy and picky. One even exclaimed that I am fortunate to have my day job because I can make judgement and pass comments everyday. That hurts. Honestly I don’t know why I do it. …
Gushing for Lanvin @ H&M
Sometimes I am surprised by my sense of timing. By chance, landed self in Hong Kong just in time for the launch of Lanvin for H&M. 23rd Nov, Tuesday – work day and the flagship outlet was overwhelmed with well-planned chaos. Started at 0800, colour bracelets were distributed to early birds for a 10-mins grabbing …
Welcome to the news, circa 1975
It was 1975. My family had just moved into the current home. Today, we found evidence of that. The oddest feelings washed through the members as we looked into the past through the crumbling, tart pieces of paper. Lined beneath the flooring, every day, we stand on our history.
40hands on the plain with a milkshake
Now that my morning caffeine intake is taken care of by just a teabag of Lipton, I enjoy rewarding myself with a good cup of delightful coffee on weekends. Forty Hands and The Plain, quaint1 coffee houses with very different vibes, serve solid beverages and one with a touch of Australian yeast extract. Just based …
Weekends with family
If not for the travel freeze, I would not have been able to enjoy two consecutive weekends with the family. It is rather odd that every year, at this time, I will be away. Anyway, it is getting addictive. It was mighty sunny last weekend but we were thoroughly child-ified at Universal Studios Singapore. Colours …