Some random photos from the Reef on my holiday earlier this month. I forgot I had these because they were in a different SD Card. The place is absolutely gorgeous, and the weather was perfect when we were there. I only wish I’d spent more time there and got a tan..
The Quicksilver catamaran that took us out to the reef. It was about 2 hours away to the pontoon that was in the middle of a section of the reef. We departed from Port Douglas.
Part of the Great Barrier Reef near the pontoon where people could swim about. Wasn’t too fun because the water was cold. But it looks gorgeous.
Fishies
Corals
Snorklers in blue lycra suits about to go in the water. Blue because apparently sharks know that blue = not food. How comforting.
Good thing I didn’t get eaten then, in black… preparing to go in the water.
I’m back at work.
So far I have worked through my lunch hour, had a designer do a runner and about a million unreplied emails. It’s 6pm and I’m nowhere near the day end.
It’s good to be back.
Here are some pictures from my camera from the wedding. Not sure when the ‘pro’ pictures will get back, probably not before I leave. I’m at my uncle’s place at the moment, and will be back at Roy’s later tonight. My grandmother will be celebrating her 80th here on Saturday night, someone’s organised a dinner somewhere, and after that we’ll be packing up and coming home. I miss home.
Tonight, there will be an Ultimate Ladie’s Night with Manpower Australia (ooh) and also Goldie at Family.. which is just up the road from Roy’s. I might head up there to check out the music.
The church wedding ceremony at Garden City Church
Justin and Steph
The cousins
Bride and groom, Mr and Mrs Thiang!
At the reception later on that day at Eagle St Pier with my parents
Latecoming, but nevertheless here.
Dear J.
In the handful of times that we’ve shared much needed intelligent conversations/arguments/debates over coffee and cigarettes about just everything under the sun, you’ve imparted more sincerity and wisdom that any friend can hope for, and I can only hope you enjoy those times as much as I have.
I realise now that you were right all along, about so many things we’ve argued about, when two years ago I was adamant that your views were utterly ungrounded. I also realise that you let me go on living my own opinions because the day would come when I would experience all those things for myself and realise that you were right all along. And thanks for not being smart about it, because an ‘I told you so’ would’ve driven us into another heated debate.
I’ve realised that I’ve unknowingly put a few of your theories into practice. I don’t know if it was because deep down inside, some part of me knows what is right and what is wrong and it struck a chord, or if your poetic choice of words delivered those phrases in a way that I could never forget them even if I wanted to and because of the truth they carry, I have listened and responded.. or if it was because some part of me trusted and believed you in a way good friends do. But they work, so I don’t question why.
And it wasn’t until our last conversation that I realised that I have never seen the kind of honesty that you’ve shown me. And even more surprising - me being uncharacteristically reckless with the walls I’ve built in your company.. and the hidden strength/courage that I’d found to make sure that I did what I came to do. I’d like to see more of that.
But nothing is perfect, and our friendship sure isn’t. But you remind me often that relationships are often forged for all the wrong reasons and I want ours to be right.
Another time, we might’ve been in another place. So thanks for making me a better person for it.
Love,
S.
I think I should get off the computer now and go out and do something human. Been playing WoW at every opportunity (when Roy isn’t playing) and I need some rest. Been leveling decently so I’m happy. :)
It’s been a good couple of days, haven’t thought much about work and it’s ridiculous how fast you adapt to new environs. I think I’ve got it in my head that I’m back to being a full-time bum.. until I get back into work, of course.
Attempted to make maggi goreng for Roy for supper last night. It actually turned out decent, except we didn’t use maggi. I miss mamak food!
Someone will be glad to know that I will be going to the gym with Phuong later today. I need some exercise.. especially at the rate I’m eating! LOL.
