Woke up quite late today even though sis not working anymore for the time being. It rained mdidle of the nite and I was awaken by the strong wind outside thus fell deeper in sleep after that. It had been yet another busy weekend thus was really tired and seemed sleeping is never enough.
Friday
Met up with one ID after he revised the quote at AMK. We had dinner at S-11 b4 going to Mac and waited for him. The quote looked ok and within our budget and will meet him again as he could not rushed out the drawings in time. We have also yet to meet another shortlisted ID as both our timings were quite tight. Had arranged to meet on Monday after work.
Saturday
Went to our new house again to collect the fruit offerings and made some last minute check and measurements. We then took a bus to Compass Point b4 taking another bus to Paya Lebar to check out some furniture shops. We alighted where there are 2 shops but nothing much, although the salesgal at the 2nd one was quite friendly and picked up a chat with me. Din see anything attractive or cheap and good thus left to walk to Nova Furnishing just down the road.
We were quite disappointed with Nova furnishing coz the furnitures were not cheap at all, and cheaper ones were of very poor qualities. The saleman was also quite gluesome and we left after briefly walking one round.
We then took a bus to Parkway Parade and had our early dinner as we were both abit hungry. Spent some time reading up on Fengshui books at MPH after we shared a scoop of ice cream. Realised that alot of placements for our furnitures might need to change as its no good for Fengshui. We had intended to have our study table against the window but read that its no good sitting in front of a window and back facing the door. The bed can only be placed at our proposed position but will probably be disturbed by the aircon compressor outside our room. Its really damn poor design of the house, especially the master bedroom. Guessed we just have to make the best out of it now...
Sunday
Went down to the BS and tried on my wedding gown. Looked ok but needed some alterations at the shoulder straps and trim the waistline abit. Embriodery not sewn yet thus it looked quite plain now. It was unexpectedly quite heavy coz they used satin as the base. Dun quite like that but bo bian now...
Were then discussing on the evening gown and at 1st thought of not having one coz will use my ROM dress (which looked like a gown anyway) but they could not give me anything in exchange so decided to go ahead with it anyway. Vivian (my designer) proposed blue colour so I leave it to her, since I will not be keeping it. We have also arranged our photoshoot to be on 14 June (Thurs) and had to be there by 10am.
Walked to Chinatown after that and took a bus to Rochor area to check out a furniture shop and in search for an altar table and Guan Yin statue. We saw one at a shop near the temple and quite like it and cun seem to find it anywhere else. Hopefully it's still available when we go there again soon.
Was then searching for altar tables at Fu Lu Shou Complex and realised alot were quite huge and costly (from $400+). Finally saw a more reasonable one at Rochor Centre and cost ard $300. We would most probably order it from there (plus maybe some chairs if price is cheap) the next round we buy our Guan Yin statue.
We still had some time so took a bus to Geylang to check out 2 more shops selling praying stuff but nothing much we liked so walked to the nearby Tanjong Katong Shopping Centre (Paya Lebar). Saw few furniture shops there and a shop selling those taps etc. Went to the 1st furniture shop and spent almotst 1.5hrs there until we have no time left for the rest as they had closed for the day.
We finally settled our bed post (Four Stars) and mattress (Four Stars Innus Detense) there which came with some freebies like 2 Detense pillows, 2 bolsters (asked for extra one so we dun have to fight for it) and one mattress protector, which was quite a good bargain. We managed to get them to waive off the GST and delivery charges as well. We also booked a TV console which cost less than our budget (after discount of $100) and had the delivery charge waived.
The furnitures were quite reasonably priced and considered of better quality than other places (of coz the one I liked best is still at The Furniture Warehouse). Too bad the sofa sets were quite ex (of better quality) and out of our budget. The dining sets were also too small for our needs thus will probably go back again in June to check out new stocks or will get from somewhere else.
Was pretty hungry by then but took a bus back to AMK and had Mac for late dinner/ supper. Reached home almost 11.30pm and managed to update our floor plan with changes (again!).
Monday, April 30, 2007
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Praying for house
Took leave again to settle new flat stuff. A monk was engaged to do praying for our house b4 we can start any renovations.
Went out ard 11am and was quite pissed off coz waited for the stupid bus 59 for almost 20 mins and still din come. By then one 231 passed by which I din take coz tot 59 is easier to change to 88 to take to Web's place. Ended up still took 231 (the 2nd one!) and changed to a slow moving bus and reached Web's place at 12pm+! I even dozed off during the journey... I am starting to have phobia taking buses now...
Rested a while at Web's place and waited for the heavy rain to stop b4 we took a cab (with his parents) to our new house and waited for the monk to come and do prayers. It was supposed to be at 3pm but we reached b4 2pm ( talk about kiasu...). It was quite warm and no place to sit at the flat so we went down to the nearby coffeeshop for a drink and snacks. Went back again and waited for almost another 1/2 hr b4 the monk finally came at 3.15pm. It was prayers etc and finally ended ard 4pm+ as we parted our ways, me and Web to Compass Point (again!) and his parents went home.
Went out ard 11am and was quite pissed off coz waited for the stupid bus 59 for almost 20 mins and still din come. By then one 231 passed by which I din take coz tot 59 is easier to change to 88 to take to Web's place. Ended up still took 231 (the 2nd one!) and changed to a slow moving bus and reached Web's place at 12pm+! I even dozed off during the journey... I am starting to have phobia taking buses now...
Rested a while at Web's place and waited for the heavy rain to stop b4 we took a cab (with his parents) to our new house and waited for the monk to come and do prayers. It was supposed to be at 3pm but we reached b4 2pm ( talk about kiasu...). It was quite warm and no place to sit at the flat so we went down to the nearby coffeeshop for a drink and snacks. Went back again and waited for almost another 1/2 hr b4 the monk finally came at 3.15pm. It was prayers etc and finally ended ard 4pm+ as we parted our ways, me and Web to Compass Point (again!) and his parents went home.
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Disorganised...
Its been a long and tiring day again as we went down to our new house again. This time we were probably too tired so became quite disorganised and not alert. When Web asked me if I have the keys, I said yes and surprised why he din want to bring along his set. Upon reaching, we realised that HDB had changed all the rusty taps and turned off the main water supply. The knob at the service cabinet needs a spanner to turn we suspect, but we din even have the keys with us! Logically I have only the doors keys with me, together with my current house keys. We had to take a bus back to his house to get those keys and it was quite tiring to go to and fro.
When we were back at our unit, realised we really need a spanner to turn the knob, but we dun have any. Had to walk to the nearest Econ minimart to buy one and lucky thing they have, else we would have to go Compass Point. I din want to comment as long as everything 's settled eventually. After taking measurements of the master bedroom, kitchen and service balcony, we walked to the nearby temple then to Compass Point to take a break. I was so tired by the time we reached and quickly found a place in KFC. Shared some snacks and drinks b4 starting to do some checking on the reno requirements again.
I was then thinking whether to get aircon units (need 2) for the living room and trying to find an alternative to keep the living/ dining area cool if we dun use aircon when Web made a remark which was quite hurting. I sort of got too emotional and broke down. My usual style, I will not argue or make a scene in public but I need to let out my frustrations. He then made another remark which hurt me further but I tried to control myself. Took a while to break the ice while we proceeded to Courts to take some measurements. Along the way, he told me not to cry next time and said he knew he was wrong. I din comment further coz I know he will do it again.
Its really not easy to plan for a house and wedding at the same time. I know both of us are under alot of hidden pressure and might say things that might hurt each other and not realising it. Alot of time I rather endure whatever it comes than create an unnecessary arguement but there are times when I just cannot take some hurting remarks. At this point of time, it takes alot of effort from both parties to work things out and pull it through so we can enjoy a hassle free wedding and a nice home of our own.
When we were back at our unit, realised we really need a spanner to turn the knob, but we dun have any. Had to walk to the nearest Econ minimart to buy one and lucky thing they have, else we would have to go Compass Point. I din want to comment as long as everything 's settled eventually. After taking measurements of the master bedroom, kitchen and service balcony, we walked to the nearby temple then to Compass Point to take a break. I was so tired by the time we reached and quickly found a place in KFC. Shared some snacks and drinks b4 starting to do some checking on the reno requirements again.
I was then thinking whether to get aircon units (need 2) for the living room and trying to find an alternative to keep the living/ dining area cool if we dun use aircon when Web made a remark which was quite hurting. I sort of got too emotional and broke down. My usual style, I will not argue or make a scene in public but I need to let out my frustrations. He then made another remark which hurt me further but I tried to control myself. Took a while to break the ice while we proceeded to Courts to take some measurements. Along the way, he told me not to cry next time and said he knew he was wrong. I din comment further coz I know he will do it again.
Its really not easy to plan for a house and wedding at the same time. I know both of us are under alot of hidden pressure and might say things that might hurt each other and not realising it. Alot of time I rather endure whatever it comes than create an unnecessary arguement but there are times when I just cannot take some hurting remarks. At this point of time, it takes alot of effort from both parties to work things out and pull it through so we can enjoy a hassle free wedding and a nice home of our own.
Saturday, April 21, 2007
Met another 3 IDs
Just finished printing some materials on our house (plan, quotes comparison etc.) as probably need to go through tomorrow after visit to our new house again. Need to make some exact measurements and take more pictures.
It had been a busy day for us and tomorrow will be similar. Dun even have much time for leisure as expected, especially after we get our keys and need to finalise an ID soon. Couple of IDs we met, made the exclamation that we are looking for an ID so late, which was a surprise to us. We did not want to rush into any b4 evening viewing our flat coz we knew there will bound to be major changes. For example, we realised that the flat was not as big as we visualise from the floor plan and some parts of the flats need to be hacked (like the balcony door and study area walls). Its really no point if we find them to quote so early and will probably expect a re-quote later.
Anyway we met 3 IDs today, 1st one at Balestier where the ID was late for 1/2 hr coz she had rushed out to get some stuff. The ID was actually one of my IRC fren's wife but she dun look the friendly type. I also think that communication with her was not so smooth and she practically got no smile on her face. Should not be using her even though she's so far one of the cheaper ones. I dun trust her credibility coz heard she's one forgetful person and rather hostile kind. Took us 1 hr 45 mins for the session and both of us were quite high tide after that and had to use the washrooms from a nearby coffeeshop.
The 2nd one was at Thomson Rd, just a short walk away and the ID was late too! We had rested at the coffeeshop nearby and had some snacks and drinks and climbed up 4 storeys then realised he's not back yet. We went down since its rather warm there and sat downstairs waiting for him. I had a stomachache since morning and endured till had to release then at the coffeeshop toilet. Lucky thing the toilet was quite clean (coz not much crowd there on weekends) but too bad no toilet paper. Almost used up one pack of tissues, should have brought along a toilet roll!!
This ID was delayed at a site at Tampines and we had to wait almost 1/2 hr for him as well. It started raining quite heavily when we finally met him and lucky thing it stopped by the time we were done. Both IDs took us about 1 hr 45 mins. Have asked this 2nd one to re-quote and will meet him again when its ready coz he's somehow more trustable and knowledgeable. More or less he gave us the confidence that he will handle the project well and his pricing was quite good too.
The next stop was at Eunos and we have about an hr to get there. We took a bus to Lavender mrt stn (walking distance), went to relieve ourselves then took a bus down. The ID was also rushing back from somewhere but lucky she was not really late as we were about 20 mins early so waited at the nearby CC until she's back.
The discussion took us ard the same time as the earlier 2 and I was damn hungry by then. Web was falling asleep while the ID was trying to work out stuff to quote, measuring here and there.
She was quite detailed and told us try to save here and there but she's the only one so far who din prepare a prior quote for us so will have to meet her again.
After seeing these 5 IDs (2 earlier), which should be quite sufficient, we have shortlisted to the later 2 we met today (Thomson Rd and Eunos). Their pricing and professionalism attracted us more than anything. Of coz we would prefer a guy so the Thomson Rd one stands a better chance. So far out of the 5, 3 were females IDs. Actually this Thomson Rd one was supposed to be a female designer too but she was out of town thus this sale guy attended to us. Probably I should consider venturing into this line as well... hahaha... just kidding la, I would not want to burn all my weekends as IDs usually work 7 days week... tough!!
Anyway through all these visits, we sure learnt a lot and able to understand more of what we really require to renovate a house. We also realised that our budget of 20K was really quite impossible thus would try to keep it below 28K if possible. As we do not have that much cash left after renovation, all the other major stuff (like TV, bed frame and mattress, sofa sets, dining table etc) will likely be paid using 0% installment plans by credit cards.
It had been a busy day for us and tomorrow will be similar. Dun even have much time for leisure as expected, especially after we get our keys and need to finalise an ID soon. Couple of IDs we met, made the exclamation that we are looking for an ID so late, which was a surprise to us. We did not want to rush into any b4 evening viewing our flat coz we knew there will bound to be major changes. For example, we realised that the flat was not as big as we visualise from the floor plan and some parts of the flats need to be hacked (like the balcony door and study area walls). Its really no point if we find them to quote so early and will probably expect a re-quote later.
Anyway we met 3 IDs today, 1st one at Balestier where the ID was late for 1/2 hr coz she had rushed out to get some stuff. The ID was actually one of my IRC fren's wife but she dun look the friendly type. I also think that communication with her was not so smooth and she practically got no smile on her face. Should not be using her even though she's so far one of the cheaper ones. I dun trust her credibility coz heard she's one forgetful person and rather hostile kind. Took us 1 hr 45 mins for the session and both of us were quite high tide after that and had to use the washrooms from a nearby coffeeshop.
The 2nd one was at Thomson Rd, just a short walk away and the ID was late too! We had rested at the coffeeshop nearby and had some snacks and drinks and climbed up 4 storeys then realised he's not back yet. We went down since its rather warm there and sat downstairs waiting for him. I had a stomachache since morning and endured till had to release then at the coffeeshop toilet. Lucky thing the toilet was quite clean (coz not much crowd there on weekends) but too bad no toilet paper. Almost used up one pack of tissues, should have brought along a toilet roll!!
This ID was delayed at a site at Tampines and we had to wait almost 1/2 hr for him as well. It started raining quite heavily when we finally met him and lucky thing it stopped by the time we were done. Both IDs took us about 1 hr 45 mins. Have asked this 2nd one to re-quote and will meet him again when its ready coz he's somehow more trustable and knowledgeable. More or less he gave us the confidence that he will handle the project well and his pricing was quite good too.
The next stop was at Eunos and we have about an hr to get there. We took a bus to Lavender mrt stn (walking distance), went to relieve ourselves then took a bus down. The ID was also rushing back from somewhere but lucky she was not really late as we were about 20 mins early so waited at the nearby CC until she's back.
The discussion took us ard the same time as the earlier 2 and I was damn hungry by then. Web was falling asleep while the ID was trying to work out stuff to quote, measuring here and there.
She was quite detailed and told us try to save here and there but she's the only one so far who din prepare a prior quote for us so will have to meet her again.
After seeing these 5 IDs (2 earlier), which should be quite sufficient, we have shortlisted to the later 2 we met today (Thomson Rd and Eunos). Their pricing and professionalism attracted us more than anything. Of coz we would prefer a guy so the Thomson Rd one stands a better chance. So far out of the 5, 3 were females IDs. Actually this Thomson Rd one was supposed to be a female designer too but she was out of town thus this sale guy attended to us. Probably I should consider venturing into this line as well... hahaha... just kidding la, I would not want to burn all my weekends as IDs usually work 7 days week... tough!!
Anyway through all these visits, we sure learnt a lot and able to understand more of what we really require to renovate a house. We also realised that our budget of 20K was really quite impossible thus would try to keep it below 28K if possible. As we do not have that much cash left after renovation, all the other major stuff (like TV, bed frame and mattress, sofa sets, dining table etc) will likely be paid using 0% installment plans by credit cards.
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Defects of our new flat
Finally submitted the defects list to HDB yesterday.
These are the pictures I took for all the defects. Lucky thing is there are no major problems like leaking, hollow tiles and cracks in the walls.
These are the pictures I took for all the defects. Lucky thing is there are no major problems like leaking, hollow tiles and cracks in the walls.
Our floor plan layout
Took leave again yesterday and went down to our new flat again to survey it the last time b4 going down to the HDB branch office to submit the defects form. After submission, we went for lunch at the nearby Kopitiam and headed to Compass Point (again! second time this week). We then settled at Mac for a drink and brought out my laptop. Web then used "Paint" to draw up the design on our soft copy floor plan. I just added wordings and colours to it... see our masterpiece.
Monday, April 16, 2007
1st opening of our new house!
Finally made our 1st official opening of our new flat last Sat. Woke up at 6am and had to rush out by 6.45am, then took bus no. 231 to change to bus no. 159 and met Web near his home as he boarded the bus. Was feeling quite hungry so we bought something to eat b4 heading to our flat to prepare for the opening at 8am.
Started off to open all the windows and balconies doors to allow fresh air to seap in 1st then proceeded to place our offering of fruits in the middle of the living room b4 checking out the whole unit.
It was then checking for defects for the whole unit. We need to report all defects within 7 days from collection of keys so cun wait till next week, when we had intended to invite a monk to bless the flat. Lucky thing for 1st opening, we need only follow a general auspicious date and time.
After about 4 hrs of checking all items (including keys) and taking down notes, we finally left and lastly opened our letterbox and shocked to find that its damn packed with letters. brochures, magazines and even SCV cables inside. Put them all in the bag to check later. We then proceeded for lunch ard 12 noon at the nearby coffeeshop and took a bus back to Web's house to cool down and who knows, his parents wanted to go take a look so we set off again...
After about 1 hr inside the house, doing some last minute checking, we left as it started to rain heavily. Took a break downstairs b4 leaving to take bus (us to nearby Compass Point and his parents home) as the path out was more or less sheltered.
Check out our flat pictures here
We then had some drinks at Compass Point, shopped ard and wanted to take dinner but the food court was damn crowded. We thus continued shopping ard and check out shops like Seahorse (mattresses), Courts (furnitures) and Gain City (aircons). Headed back to the food court again, still as crowded but managed to get a table after making a few rounds.
Started off to open all the windows and balconies doors to allow fresh air to seap in 1st then proceeded to place our offering of fruits in the middle of the living room b4 checking out the whole unit.
It was then checking for defects for the whole unit. We need to report all defects within 7 days from collection of keys so cun wait till next week, when we had intended to invite a monk to bless the flat. Lucky thing for 1st opening, we need only follow a general auspicious date and time.
After about 4 hrs of checking all items (including keys) and taking down notes, we finally left and lastly opened our letterbox and shocked to find that its damn packed with letters. brochures, magazines and even SCV cables inside. Put them all in the bag to check later. We then proceeded for lunch ard 12 noon at the nearby coffeeshop and took a bus back to Web's house to cool down and who knows, his parents wanted to go take a look so we set off again...
After about 1 hr inside the house, doing some last minute checking, we left as it started to rain heavily. Took a break downstairs b4 leaving to take bus (us to nearby Compass Point and his parents home) as the path out was more or less sheltered.
Check out our flat pictures here
We then had some drinks at Compass Point, shopped ard and wanted to take dinner but the food court was damn crowded. We thus continued shopping ard and check out shops like Seahorse (mattresses), Courts (furnitures) and Gain City (aircons). Headed back to the food court again, still as crowded but managed to get a table after making a few rounds.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Got our keys!!
Finally got our keys today... a total of 27 keys (3 for each door/ lock)!!
Met Web at ard 10.30am even though our appointment at HDB is 1.10pm. We went to the OCBC bank 1st to open a joint account then proceeded for brunch at Koufu. We then went to HDB to buy fire insurance 1st b4 going to take a queue no. for our appointment. We were already waiting there at 12.10pm, almost one hr early. Good thing we din have to wait that long coz we were called in ard 1pm and after all the procedures and signing of the flat documents (alot alot of pages, we were almost like idols giving out autographs!), we left abt 40 mins later and proceeded to the Singapore Power counter to sign up for the water and electricity (plus sewage, refuse etc) services.
We then went to the 3rd storey showroom for different categories of flats (2, 3, 4 and 5-rooms) and left for the nearby furniture showroom at Lor 5. Got sis to check the address and location for me as I forgot to bring it out. Disappointed that the furnitures there were not cheap at all, and the worksmanship seemed not too good too. We then left and walked to the library to take a break as we were both tired and felt quite warm under the hot sun.
Had snacks at KFC b4 going to Courts to check out their furnitures on offer. The sofa we were looking at went from $1400+ to now sales at $833!! We were still hesitating coz not sure of our house design yet (if colour can match) thus will probably make up our minds by end of the month as the promo is till 10 May 07.
We had initially checked that we could only open the doors to our new flat on 24 Apr 07 but we need to check for any defects within 7 days from today thus cannot wait till then. Luckily after checking, realised that we can actually go in anytime (just find a general auspicious date) and will get a shifu (temple monk) to perform opening ceremony rituals on 24 Apr 07. We are trying to see if this weekend works else will need to take leave again tomorrow (coz its a good date) again.
Monday, April 9, 2007
FINALLY settled my ROM dress
Was so tired the whole morning. Felt so stone when I woke up and zombied all the way to office. Was abit late and the mrt trains were damn packed, had to wait till the 3rd one then managed to squeeze in. Upon reaching Bugis, the queue for the shutter bus was damn long too and I had to wait for the second one, which luckily came shortly.
Was quite bz in the morning and only had breakfast ard 10am. After that stoned and worked till lunch time, and managed to catch a short nap (not sure how long, probably 20 mins+) and felt so much better after that! Had my lunch - bread with jam as I bought the loaf for the week this morning. Wasn't too bz in the afternoon and surfed abit and waited to time to pass...
Went down alone (Web was bz working and sis got lessons tonite) to my BS again after work to check out the materials (for suitable and nice colours) the designer got for my ROM dress. I was so blur (like in a daze) that I alighted at Raffles Place wanted to change train then realised no need so had to wait for the next one. Anyway I couldn't get my ideal colours (red and yellow) as she said wun be that nice so took quite a while to flip thru' all the cloth samples b4 we finally decided to try some evening gowns to brainstorm ideas.
Tried on about 3-4 gowns, not all can fit but just try the colours on me. Finally decided on a fuchsia pink (or deeppink) as it looks nice on me. The designer said not many people can take striking colours but it seemed to suit me... dunno true or not... Actually should have tried long ago instead of just looking at cloth samples, then would not have wasted so much time (coz of the colours she proposed I dun like).
So finally settled the colour I wanted and she will need to have it tailored asap as I only have about 2 mths left to my ROM date. Also made the payment for the dress as its confirmed. I have one less thing to worry about now.
Left to take train home and surprisingly the train wasn't that crowded at that time. I was damn hungry by then and luckily dinner was ready by the time I reached home.
Was quite bz in the morning and only had breakfast ard 10am. After that stoned and worked till lunch time, and managed to catch a short nap (not sure how long, probably 20 mins+) and felt so much better after that! Had my lunch - bread with jam as I bought the loaf for the week this morning. Wasn't too bz in the afternoon and surfed abit and waited to time to pass...
Went down alone (Web was bz working and sis got lessons tonite) to my BS again after work to check out the materials (for suitable and nice colours) the designer got for my ROM dress. I was so blur (like in a daze) that I alighted at Raffles Place wanted to change train then realised no need so had to wait for the next one. Anyway I couldn't get my ideal colours (red and yellow) as she said wun be that nice so took quite a while to flip thru' all the cloth samples b4 we finally decided to try some evening gowns to brainstorm ideas.
Tried on about 3-4 gowns, not all can fit but just try the colours on me. Finally decided on a fuchsia pink (or deeppink) as it looks nice on me. The designer said not many people can take striking colours but it seemed to suit me... dunno true or not... Actually should have tried long ago instead of just looking at cloth samples, then would not have wasted so much time (coz of the colours she proposed I dun like).
So finally settled the colour I wanted and she will need to have it tailored asap as I only have about 2 mths left to my ROM date. Also made the payment for the dress as its confirmed. I have one less thing to worry about now.
Left to take train home and surprisingly the train wasn't that crowded at that time. I was damn hungry by then and luckily dinner was ready by the time I reached home.
Sunday, April 8, 2007
New flat surveying again
Took bus 72 and waited for Web to board the bus near his house to Tampines. He once again pissed me off coz he commented I wore the tee he hated most. I dunno what's his problem and had to make such a remark. I told him I liked this tee the most and refused to talk to him after that. There was silence all the way to until we alighted near the temple and walked to where the Giant/ Courts/ Ikea megamarts are at, although he tried to cheer me up.
Dunno why I get so agitated with him but just cun helped it. Maybe its that time of the month and hormones changes affected my mood ALOT. Anyway, I am just to lazy to have an arguement (which will also strain the relationship) so that's why I have to suffer in silence most of the time.
We shopped at Giant 1st while b4 heading to Courts. The sofa sets we were eyeing were on a sale, about $400++ less than what we last saw. Was tempted to buy but since the promo is until 10 May 07, will check out other furniture stores 1st in case or cheaper or better ones.
Had our usual hotdogs buns and chicken wings at Ikea b4 starting our shopping. Helped sis to buy 2 sets of hanging pockets and carried the big packet walking everywhere. We then took a shutter bus from Courts to Punggol mrt stn. Not many people took this direction and there were just 3 of us on the bus. The rest usually goes back to Tampines or Bedok mrt stn.
We arrived at the Punggol mrt stn and realised its damn ulu and quiet there. Seemed almost like a deserted area and we were glad we din choose a flat from there. Took a bus there to Sengkang where our new flat will be at. Surveyed the area again and had a closer look at where our flat is at. After that we checked out the surrounding and finally found the coffee shop, as well as a clinic and econ minimart there. Its quite convenient as the LRT stn is just behside too. Bus service no. 163 also stops there, which can be taken from Toa Payoh or from Braddell Road (just 5 mins from my house now).
Had dinner at the coffee shop b4 walking back to our new flat area and surveyed from the ground floor. We were glad we chose the right place as it was damn windy there and everything is just quite perfect there. We then walked further down to find the temples and sat outside awhile seeing them chanting b4 walking back to Compass Point at Sengkang mrt stn.
It had been almost 1.5 months since we were there and its tired as the previous time when we surveyed the area and flat to decide which one to take. We drank quite alot of water and as good as exercising like yesterday (even though din really cycle much due to the rain). Finally reached home taking bus service no. 159. Waited 15mins+ for the stupid feeder bus coz it always came earlier than 159 reached so had to wait for the next one. By the time I boarded, the next 159 came, as usual later than the feeder bus.
Dunno why I get so agitated with him but just cun helped it. Maybe its that time of the month and hormones changes affected my mood ALOT. Anyway, I am just to lazy to have an arguement (which will also strain the relationship) so that's why I have to suffer in silence most of the time.
We shopped at Giant 1st while b4 heading to Courts. The sofa sets we were eyeing were on a sale, about $400++ less than what we last saw. Was tempted to buy but since the promo is until 10 May 07, will check out other furniture stores 1st in case or cheaper or better ones.
Had our usual hotdogs buns and chicken wings at Ikea b4 starting our shopping. Helped sis to buy 2 sets of hanging pockets and carried the big packet walking everywhere. We then took a shutter bus from Courts to Punggol mrt stn. Not many people took this direction and there were just 3 of us on the bus. The rest usually goes back to Tampines or Bedok mrt stn.
We arrived at the Punggol mrt stn and realised its damn ulu and quiet there. Seemed almost like a deserted area and we were glad we din choose a flat from there. Took a bus there to Sengkang where our new flat will be at. Surveyed the area again and had a closer look at where our flat is at. After that we checked out the surrounding and finally found the coffee shop, as well as a clinic and econ minimart there. Its quite convenient as the LRT stn is just behside too. Bus service no. 163 also stops there, which can be taken from Toa Payoh or from Braddell Road (just 5 mins from my house now).
Had dinner at the coffee shop b4 walking back to our new flat area and surveyed from the ground floor. We were glad we chose the right place as it was damn windy there and everything is just quite perfect there. We then walked further down to find the temples and sat outside awhile seeing them chanting b4 walking back to Compass Point at Sengkang mrt stn.
It had been almost 1.5 months since we were there and its tired as the previous time when we surveyed the area and flat to decide which one to take. We drank quite alot of water and as good as exercising like yesterday (even though din really cycle much due to the rain). Finally reached home taking bus service no. 159. Waited 15mins+ for the stupid feeder bus coz it always came earlier than 159 reached so had to wait for the next one. By the time I boarded, the next 159 came, as usual later than the feeder bus.
Friday, April 6, 2007
Met more IDs
We took a direct bus (no. 52) to Jurong East from Brighthill Rd, which we went to visit Web's grandparents 1st. The bus stopped behind IMM and quite convenient. We saw a furniture showroom just opposite and decided to take a look b4 going to IMM. The furnitures there were actually nicer than what Courts has and of better quality, which some may cost abit more, otherwise prices are quite reasonable. Will still check out other places 1st b4 ordering the main furnitures as we are still early. But will still try to buy b4 July, to avoid the GST increase :P
Started going to 2 Interior Designer firms in IMM after getting some drinks (really hot day!). The 1st one we went to, the guy was sort of too lor soh and emphasized too much on himself (like how he quote, do his work and planning etc.). He did not even ask us what we wanted or have in mind and starting rattling non-stop and even wanted us to commit. We said we will discuss and consider b4 giving him a call.
We then went to the 2nd one and was served by a lady. She was quite nice and her approach was different as she had to find out what kind of work we need on the house, our budget and preference etc. b4 she can quote for us. As she will need some time to work out, we made an appointment to go down again next Friday to discuss more.
Started going to 2 Interior Designer firms in IMM after getting some drinks (really hot day!). The 1st one we went to, the guy was sort of too lor soh and emphasized too much on himself (like how he quote, do his work and planning etc.). He did not even ask us what we wanted or have in mind and starting rattling non-stop and even wanted us to commit. We said we will discuss and consider b4 giving him a call.
We then went to the 2nd one and was served by a lady. She was quite nice and her approach was different as she had to find out what kind of work we need on the house, our budget and preference etc. b4 she can quote for us. As she will need some time to work out, we made an appointment to go down again next Friday to discuss more.
Thursday, April 5, 2007
Met 1st ID
Not really in the mood to blog but still need to capture my memories here in case I forgot...
As it's Good Friday tomorrow, it felt like Friday today. Met Web near his workplace (Boat Quay area) and took dinner at the Kopitiam at the Central. Had a little misunderstanding as I walked to near his building and waited for him but he came from the other direction so both of us waited for quite a while. When I tried to call him, my phone gone bonkers again so when I finally got thru, he was abit pissed off. Anyway next time I will just stay put at wherever we are supposed to meet tp avoid any misunderstandings. Cun help it coz he's such an impatient person. Guys are like that... once you change place or what, they get irritated... just dun understand.
Din know there's actually a food court there else would have brought sis to eat there the other day. We had thought nothing much to eat there and took a bus away from there, not realising there was another wing inside (prob coz of all the blocking).
We then took a bus to River Valley as we need to go to my fren's company (interior design - ID firm) to take a look at the quotation and sketch he prepared for our new home. We took quite a while to find that ulu place as it was on the second floor of those old short buildings. The staircase din even have lights on when we left! My fren sort of ran through what he proposed for us. We will probably get him to change some things and go through some other quotes and design b4 making a decision who to engage. Now waiting for 2 more quotes from my frens 1st.
It was then off to Orchard while we spent the rest of the evening at the Shaw Centre Mac.
As it's Good Friday tomorrow, it felt like Friday today. Met Web near his workplace (Boat Quay area) and took dinner at the Kopitiam at the Central. Had a little misunderstanding as I walked to near his building and waited for him but he came from the other direction so both of us waited for quite a while. When I tried to call him, my phone gone bonkers again so when I finally got thru, he was abit pissed off. Anyway next time I will just stay put at wherever we are supposed to meet tp avoid any misunderstandings. Cun help it coz he's such an impatient person. Guys are like that... once you change place or what, they get irritated... just dun understand.
Din know there's actually a food court there else would have brought sis to eat there the other day. We had thought nothing much to eat there and took a bus away from there, not realising there was another wing inside (prob coz of all the blocking).
We then took a bus to River Valley as we need to go to my fren's company (interior design - ID firm) to take a look at the quotation and sketch he prepared for our new home. We took quite a while to find that ulu place as it was on the second floor of those old short buildings. The staircase din even have lights on when we left! My fren sort of ran through what he proposed for us. We will probably get him to change some things and go through some other quotes and design b4 making a decision who to engage. Now waiting for 2 more quotes from my frens 1st.
It was then off to Orchard while we spent the rest of the evening at the Shaw Centre Mac.
Sunday, April 1, 2007
Cheap dun mean good..
Supposed to meet a photographer whom I found thru the forum but last minute I cancelled the appointment, even though we were all halfway there. Main reason was coz we are supposed to meet for him to show us his portfolio in hard copies but when I messaged him b4 I went out, in case he forgets again, he said that hard copies are not ready. In this case, I find it meangingless and a waste of time to meet up coz we got nothing to see.
Actually this photographer charges quite cheap when I contacted him earlier in the week. He 's charging only $600 inclusive of 300 4R prints, unlimited shots returned in DVD and even wanted to throw in a pre-wedding shoot for me. However, I had requested to view his online portfolio but he said he only has hard copies, which was why we arranged to meet today. Along the way, he sms me and showed me his fren's website, and said if I like this style, I will like his. Subsequently, he sms me again saying he loaded some pictures temporary and asked me to take a look. Although I find his photos ok, but would prefer to see more of his work, since he acclaimed that he had took 5 couples so far. When I asked him how many years of experience he has, he only replied saying he did portrait photography b4 and just started out taking wedding pictures this year. Already felt abit not so comfortable coz scared that he may not have enough exposure to date and started to question his reliability.
When he replied me saying his hard copies are delayed by the printers, I sort of got quite fed up and find this person not so trustworthy. Although I mentioned we will arrange to meet after he got more online portfolio or when his hard copies are ready, but I dun think will want him as my photographer. Now I am starting to wonder if those pictures he showed me were actually his or not.
Worse was he kept sms he after giving me his websites and asked if I like them or not. I told him we will meet and discuss and he still ask when. I told him we already arranged on Sun then he said he forgot. How can I trust such person, I am like taking a risk whether he will remember to come on my AD if I confirmed with him. I just feel that he is damn desperate for business and makes me wonder more about how he can charge so cheap.
Guess I will still stick to the earlier guy who quoted $530 with unlimited shots in DVD. Peggy will be meeting him too as she mentioned she liked his style, which I find it better than some of those professionals too. Maybe is the style that we found it comfortable. He's also a friendly guy except a bit shy at our last meet-up. Since brother is not in town, will be going with Peggy to meet him just nearby our blocks, proposed at the KFC opposite coz he's actually just stayinf around there too!
Actually this photographer charges quite cheap when I contacted him earlier in the week. He 's charging only $600 inclusive of 300 4R prints, unlimited shots returned in DVD and even wanted to throw in a pre-wedding shoot for me. However, I had requested to view his online portfolio but he said he only has hard copies, which was why we arranged to meet today. Along the way, he sms me and showed me his fren's website, and said if I like this style, I will like his. Subsequently, he sms me again saying he loaded some pictures temporary and asked me to take a look. Although I find his photos ok, but would prefer to see more of his work, since he acclaimed that he had took 5 couples so far. When I asked him how many years of experience he has, he only replied saying he did portrait photography b4 and just started out taking wedding pictures this year. Already felt abit not so comfortable coz scared that he may not have enough exposure to date and started to question his reliability.
When he replied me saying his hard copies are delayed by the printers, I sort of got quite fed up and find this person not so trustworthy. Although I mentioned we will arrange to meet after he got more online portfolio or when his hard copies are ready, but I dun think will want him as my photographer. Now I am starting to wonder if those pictures he showed me were actually his or not.
Worse was he kept sms he after giving me his websites and asked if I like them or not. I told him we will meet and discuss and he still ask when. I told him we already arranged on Sun then he said he forgot. How can I trust such person, I am like taking a risk whether he will remember to come on my AD if I confirmed with him. I just feel that he is damn desperate for business and makes me wonder more about how he can charge so cheap.
Guess I will still stick to the earlier guy who quoted $530 with unlimited shots in DVD. Peggy will be meeting him too as she mentioned she liked his style, which I find it better than some of those professionals too. Maybe is the style that we found it comfortable. He's also a friendly guy except a bit shy at our last meet-up. Since brother is not in town, will be going with Peggy to meet him just nearby our blocks, proposed at the KFC opposite coz he's actually just stayinf around there too!
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