Our flight was delayed by 45mins, not the fault of AirAsia. One of the passengers had a problem with immigration and it wasn't apparent till everyone was aboard the plan. Due to wind conditions in our favor, we arrived at Coolangatta Airport on time.
Gavin Bolam of Gold Coast Direct Charters was waiting at the airport for us with my name written across a piece of cardboard. First time that has ever happened. The journey from the airport up to our accommodation at Condor Apartments in Surfers Paradise took about half an hour. Gavin was really helpful with info & tips about Gold Coast. Transfer for 5 people was AUD45, no stops, friendly service. I think that's good value for money.
By the time we got our apartment key and put our luggage down, it was already close to 10pm. A quick stroll down the road was Cavill Avenue, the central area of Surfers. At this hour, food is scarce but alcohol unlimited. Strangely, the crowd kept growing. Turns out they celebrate their Labor day on the 5th of May so it was a party night. Boy, when they get drunk, they get obscenely rowdy... men and women alike.
Hungry Jacks (the equivalent of Burger King back home) was still open, although extremely understaffed. From what I could tell, there were only 2 staff serving and 2 staff in the kitchen preparing food. That's not enough to cater to the 20 people in queue, let alone clean the mess off the tables and mop up the soda covered floor. A combo meal there costs about AUD7-AUD9, depending on what you order. Can't say it tasted fantastic either. Maybe it was because of the climate - 16 deg celcius, everything gets cold pretty fast.
11 May 2008
01 May 2008
Marriage Proposal
My buddy Chee How just got engaged!!! The proposal has been on his mind for some time now. Strangely, he only asked Soon Yean, Robert and I to help out just 4 days before the proposal.
With Soon Yean on the guitar, we rocked (poor choice of words) to the tune of Barry Manilow's "Can't Smile Without You". Of all places - Sunway Medical Centre. And Mrs.Wong-to-be wasn't even on duty that day. Go figure!
I think it was a good plan nonetheless. The four boys all dressed up, with a tune, a bouquet of white lilies, a diamond ring, and a man on his knee making a proposal of a lifetime.
She accepted.
Can't believe one of us is already tying the knot... so fast. Then again, it's about time!!! Was beginning to wonder if we were all just gay and using our girlfriends as a cover up! Hahah!
Well congratulations Chee How! Looking forward to helping you put the wedding together.
p.s. video and pics are not available at time of this posting.
With Soon Yean on the guitar, we rocked (poor choice of words) to the tune of Barry Manilow's "Can't Smile Without You". Of all places - Sunway Medical Centre. And Mrs.Wong-to-be wasn't even on duty that day. Go figure!
I think it was a good plan nonetheless. The four boys all dressed up, with a tune, a bouquet of white lilies, a diamond ring, and a man on his knee making a proposal of a lifetime.
She accepted.
Can't believe one of us is already tying the knot... so fast. Then again, it's about time!!! Was beginning to wonder if we were all just gay and using our girlfriends as a cover up! Hahah!
Well congratulations Chee How! Looking forward to helping you put the wedding together.
p.s. video and pics are not available at time of this posting.
30 April 2008
Gym
Today is the last day of April. It also marks an entire month without a gym membership. In these 30 days, I have only ever exercised on my own 3 or 4 times as opposed to the 10-12 gym visits every month previously - shame on me.
Truth be told, there are lots of body weight exercises out there one can do without gym facilities. Yet for some reason, I find myself lacking the will to do it.
Tomorrow, I'm returning to the gym. Hope to rebuild the 3kgs of muscle mass I've lost within the next month. And given that I'm still in pretty good shape, I'm confident that I'll have my 6 pack in order by the end of 10 weeks.
Truth be told, there are lots of body weight exercises out there one can do without gym facilities. Yet for some reason, I find myself lacking the will to do it.
Tomorrow, I'm returning to the gym. Hope to rebuild the 3kgs of muscle mass I've lost within the next month. And given that I'm still in pretty good shape, I'm confident that I'll have my 6 pack in order by the end of 10 weeks.
23 April 2008
22 April 2008
Herbalife Malaysia Supervisor Academy 2008
This past weekend was spent at JW Marriot with about 800 other active Herbalife distributors from all over Malaysia who qualified to attend this special event.
Check this out - in no other company can I ever imagine to find the kind of energy and excitement produced here. That's PASSION! It is indeed special to have this kind of passion for the work we do... and get paid mighty well for it too!
On a separate note, I was really impressed by the fact that Jo and I were out from 8am on Saturday morning till Sunday 3am (itchy backside went clubbing sommore), and then again from 7.30am till 8.30pm back at the Herbalife event in KL.
Here's the kicker - we had little trouble staying awake throughout the 10-hour training, and even came back more energised than ever before. If I had to guess, that was only possible because of the products we're on, and the energy and excitement in the hall.
In my previous job, I would have dreaded a weekend of training after a week of work. I'm sure many of you who are employed feel the same. That's what makes this company so special!
Gosh I love what I do!
Check this out - in no other company can I ever imagine to find the kind of energy and excitement produced here. That's PASSION! It is indeed special to have this kind of passion for the work we do... and get paid mighty well for it too!
On a separate note, I was really impressed by the fact that Jo and I were out from 8am on Saturday morning till Sunday 3am (itchy backside went clubbing sommore), and then again from 7.30am till 8.30pm back at the Herbalife event in KL.
Here's the kicker - we had little trouble staying awake throughout the 10-hour training, and even came back more energised than ever before. If I had to guess, that was only possible because of the products we're on, and the energy and excitement in the hall.
In my previous job, I would have dreaded a weekend of training after a week of work. I'm sure many of you who are employed feel the same. That's what makes this company so special!
Gosh I love what I do!
17 April 2008
2008 Century Ride
I just got a call with information that Herbalife might be sponsoring the 2008 Century Ride organized by Kelab Roadrunners Ipoh (KRI). And it seems they're looking for distributors to ride for Team Herbalife. My cycling up to now has been minimal, but it sounds exciting.
I've never done more than a 40km ride before, let alone ride at a competitive level. Yet I somehow find myself seriously considering the 160km Century Ride. 100 miles... I must be mad. On the other hand, I think it would be an interesting experience to at least make a serious attempt - meaning to complete it within 10hrs 30mins.
With 3 months to train for the event, I think it's doable. And it would make for a great story, not to mention build up my confidence for the triathlon I'm hoping to one day complete.
I've never done more than a 40km ride before, let alone ride at a competitive level. Yet I somehow find myself seriously considering the 160km Century Ride. 100 miles... I must be mad. On the other hand, I think it would be an interesting experience to at least make a serious attempt - meaning to complete it within 10hrs 30mins.
With 3 months to train for the event, I think it's doable. And it would make for a great story, not to mention build up my confidence for the triathlon I'm hoping to one day complete.
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