Of kitties and gritties

Princess Di was back for CNY and said she'll post me a Hello Kitty coin bank when I get to Abu Dhabi. Another one to join the collection of Hello Kitty paraphernalia - which really isn't much. There's:

1. fake Hello Kitty plush w squeaky ear - I think this was my first Hello Kitty soft toy, although I think it's an imitation cos it doesn't have a Sanrio sticker on it.
2. pink dress Kitty - first kitty from the hubby, then-bf.
3. macdonalds Kitty on a strap - from my sis.
   
4. Kimono Kitty porcelain doll - bought from my first trip to Japan in 2005.
5. Kitty head - another kitty from the hubby that he brought back from KL.
6. UN Kitty - yes, Kitty had invaded the UN. had, because I was told that it's out of stock now. Must be all the Japanese tourists. LOL
7. Wedding Kitty and DD - wedding gift from my sis.
   
8. Hide and Seek Kitty - limited edition! It's Kitty in a detective costume (comprising a trenchcoat, top, skirt, unmentionables, and shoes, which can all be taken off). Birthday present from the hubby with help from my sis. I used to go see this Kitty every time I go to Wheelock and one day it was gone (someone else had bought it)! My sis had to scour a few shops to find another one. =P
9. Kitty car mat - Christmas gift from the boss. Why would anyone bear to step on Kitty's face?
10. Hello Kitty hp straps & pouch - buys from Japan.
    

I would upload photos, except that for now, all of these items have been chucked into boxes waiting to be packed. I almost forgot Kimono Kitty, cos she was sitting in the corner of my wardrobe. Good thing I decided to run through my wardrobe again to see what clothes to ship, and what to hand-carry.

The movers are coming on Monday morning to pack my stuff. Really should buy my mixer/food processor/blender soon.

Shipping

Decided that I'm not confident enough that I can finish packing by Friday so it'ld be better to incur mummy's wrath and leave the things in boxes during CNY. =P

Was told today that I have too many stuff and they will have to be shipped, and not flown. SIGH. longer wait to get my stuff I guess...

Planning to fly off on 18 Feb now cos gg Laos in early Feb. Hopefully by then, it would mean that it would be a short wait for my shipment to arrive. In the meantime, need to do the following:

1. buy a hair dryer and a mixer/food processor
   
2. pack
   
3. send out wedding photos to family and friends (not a year yet!)
4. apply for international driving permit
5. get a certificate for my dental health
6. go for vaccinations (haven't done by Hep A - or was it B? - booster shot)

Longest I've been away from home is 5 weeks (Geneva/AD in Mar last yr). Hope I don't forget to bring anything.

Just barely...

Passed my driving test!!! I really thought I was gg to fail after I struck the kerb twice. Thankfully, striking the kerb when attempting to vertical park is only 4 pts. I didn't get tested for emergency braking or u-turn. I wonder if I wld have failed then. =P

SO GLAD I PASSED!!! As I got out of the car and followed the tester, I really thought I was going to fail. When he looked at me sternly and said I just made it, I really couldn't believe it.

Took my passport sized photos just before the test. After the test, in a moment of panic (stemming from the jitteriness that hadn't dispelled since the test was over), I thought I misplaced the photos... Quickly went to reprint. Subsequently found the original lot in my wallet's coin compartment. Lucky for me, DD says that my move to the UAE would require 12 passport sized photos at least. PHEW.

After that, went to Robinsons. I bought an Aquasource set two Fridays ago, but because they didn't have stock, the promoter got me to buy something of equivalent value first, then come back and exchange when the stock came in. Used a $5 discount voucher on that purchase. Was quite upset with Robinsons. First, the salesgirl was late for work (I wanted to rush off to my dental appointment). Second, when we went to the cashier counter to exchange, the cashier said that the discount was now INVALID and I had to top up $5. I was furious. If there was going to be such complications, the promoter/cashier should have explained to me when I first bought the product. The cashier subsequently went to look for her supervisor, and grudgingly exchanged my product. I never expected such lousy service from Robinsons. They really are getting worse. Two years ago, one of the salesgirls misled me into thinking that there was a discount on a dress I wanted to buy...

Anyway, overall still a good day cos I got my driving licence! No need to delay my move to AD to retry, no need to spend more money on lessons!

2.5 or 5?

I spent an hour at Carrefour opening thermal cookers and playing around with the pots inside. Couldn't decide on the 2.5l one or 5l one. I think the 2.5l one is JUST NICE for two ppl... but don't think can put much in it. So decided to take DD's advice and go with the 5l one. Think will be using the smaller pot in that mostly. hee...

Driving test tomorrow. Don't know where my old passport sized photos are. Forgot to take new ones. SIGH.

Getting Ready

The move consultant came today. I was half expecting an uncle but a young man with a tablet pc showed up instead. =P

I brought him around the house to see the things I'ld be sending over and got briefed on what I needed to do. Undecided if I should get them to pack before CNY (which would please Mummy, who has been rather upset by the amount of stuff gathering) or after (means I need to set aside lesser clothes).

Hope I won't forget anything (bulky at least).

ASEAN 6 and counting...

Past the halfway mark of visiting the other ASEAN countries when I visited the capital with the coolest initials this week. Came back earlier than expected (a mad rush to pack, luckily I travel light). Glad to be home. Was getting sick from the cold hotel room (light went off by itself once... wonder why) and eating too much (i just had to try a little of everything and can't resist desserts especially).

Unfortunately, found out from this trip tt my move to AD will be postponed by two weeks from my original target date. Mum's probably not going to be too happy that my stuff will crowd the place for 2 weeks more than expected. =P The good thing is, I'll still make it in time for our 9 mth anniversary...

Which reminds me. Happy 8 months anniversary dear. One day in advance but what the heck. Big kiss and hug for you. Hope you do well for your run tomorrow.

Being thankful

for the friends I've made, the memories I've accumulated...

A stop-gap post while I try to put to words what I really want to say...