Misconstrue - a dangerous word

I have never heard of this word till few months ago...
Just in case you were like me, who did not know the meaning of 'Misconstrue' back then, it means

'To mistake the meaning of; misinterpret.'

To me, this is a Dangerous word.
Because of this word, one can land himself/herself in danger.
Because of this word, one can jump into something that he/she had never intended to.
Because of this word, friendship fails.
Because of this word, business partners fall apart.
Because of this word, legal letters were sent.
Because of this word, marriages end up with divorce.
Because of this word, siblings fight.
Because of this word, plans to sabotage were drafted.
Because of this word, revengeful ideas run wild.


Never never fall into this dangerous trap.

ALWAYS repeat what you hear.
ALWAYS clarify.
ALWAYS double confirm.
ALWAYS put it in writing, for business related issues.
ALWAYS check out the facts.
ALWAYS look at the full picture, not just a piece of the puzzle.
ALWAYS see things from the other's point of view.

I have seen so many fell into this trap and are still falling....
just like someone whom I 'counselled' today...
its heartbreaking to know how this dangerous word 'Misconstrue' can land someone in deep shit.
*hugs*

~ a gentle reminder to myself and all....

Did You Know?

Did you know M&M's chocolate 

stands for the initials for its inventors 

Mars and Murrie?

Song Sharing Sunday - 98

I just love Lady Gaga, no explanation needed...

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Every Song reminds me of a person, an event, a place, a smell, a taste....a secret, do you have a song to share today?


Paparazzi - Lady Gaga





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Qualitites of a Leader

Reason and judgement are the qualities of a leader.

~ Annoymous

Need a Health Check

I think the severity of the pain has come to the point whereby I MUST go get a decent health check instead of going to a clinic for prescription only.

I have been having pain on the left side, near my chest area, under the armpit.
It started off as dull...
Took several deep breaths and the dull pain was gone...

Few days later, it came back.
then...
few hours later...

then now, the pain has gone from OCCASIONAL to THERE ALL THE TIME!

Today,
there are occasional sudden sharp pain on top of the consistent dull pain.

I have asked a medical friend and he said there are 3 possibilities:

1. Breast tumour
2. Posture
3. Stress

Whichever it is, none of them were what I expected.
I thought it might be related to the heart because my dad's side of the family have heart problems and my dad died of cardiac arrest.
So now, my horizon has widened...

Not going to think too much into it, tomorrow will be going for the full body check up early in the morning, so as to get my mind to rest and not have wild thoughts racing all over the place.....

*Fingers and Toes crossed*

iPad could not turn on!!!

With all the hype over Apple products ever since iPod came out many many years ago, I have chosen to sit back and watch all the tidal waves go by and not be surfing on it....
TILL....
Allan bought me an iPad for my birthday, September this year.

For someone who is not very adaptable to changes with technology, the iPad has proven to be a fantastic gadget for the simplest minded. The best part about iPad is, it grows with the user's intelligence. The better the user is at it, the more sophisticated your iPad can become; because everything is under your control.

The type of Apps you choose to install would determine the kind of user you are. If you are a gamer, like my kids, you will be downloading lots of games EVERY DAY! *faint*
For someone more down to earth like me, I am just intrigued with the speed and versatility of the gadget. All it takes is ONE SECOND and I can access ALL MY EMAILS which comes in hundreds every single day, my blog, my notes, my calendar of events.... so on and so forth.

ALL WAS WELL TILL.......

Today!

I wanted to update my iPad to the latest version, version 4.2.1.
I connected my iPad to my PC as I usually would,
signed in to iTunes,
clicked Update and BANG!

THE IPAD WENT BLANK!

I ejected the iPad.
Tried to activate it.
It just would not work!!!!

Damn!

Searched through the internet for solutions.
Tried them all!
But still didn't work!

So after my 'money' appointment in the afternoon, I went down to the Apple Service Centre at Wheelock Place, second level, to seek help from Apple .

I must say that it is THE BEST SERVICE centre I have ever been to!
Tried Starhub, Acer, Nokia, Sony and a few others which I don't even bother to remember.
The service staff are often grouchy or rude.
BUT APPLE service staff are so professional and friendly.

THIS IS NOT A PAID BLOG POST! 
Just in case you are thinking that Apple paid me to do this....
*wink*

What's best is the problem was solved in the fastest time possible!
Though the wait for my turn was a good 30mins, but hey, I get to play the games on the demo iPad sets beside the service centre while waiting, so I was entertained while I wait.
Nice! *smile*
After handing my iPad over the counter, the staff came out with a 'Fully Cured' iPad in less than 10mins!
Superb! *double smile*

My first experience with Apple product was already an exciting adventure and now, with such great support, I am really geared towards having Apple products....

Before I forget,
I want to take this opportunity to say "Thank you Dearie for the Big Birthday Surprise during September!"
*muack*

Am I a lucky person? Have you gone to Singapore Apple Service Centre before? Was your experience as good as mine?

Krunchers! Inc recalls Jays Original Potato Chips

In order to be overly cautious and protect public health, Krunchers! Inc. is recalling all Jays Original Potato Chips that were produced the day of the incident; nevertheless, 18 cases are affected. The recall is the result of seasoning containing a milk allergen in an Original Potato Chip bag.

more at  http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm234496.htm

Did You Know?

Did you know honey is the only natural food which never goes off?

Song Sharing Sunday - 97

I remember my father singing the chorus.....

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Every Song reminds me of a person, an event, a place, a smell, a taste....a secret, do you have a song to share today?


The Boxer - Paul Simon & Art Garfunkel





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Heaven never helps...

Heaven never helps the man who will not act.

Job Opportunities - Admin Assistant

Hey Friends,

for those of you who are looking for job opportunities, or know of someone who is looking for a job,
check this out:-

Working Place: Geylang Road
Language: English and Mandarin Speaking
Working Days: 5 days work week
Working Hours: 8.45am to 5.30pm daily
Salary: $1,200-$1,300
Tasks to be Performed: Admin work. Must know how to use MS Excel & Word. Listen to phone calls. Bank in cheques. Updating files and filing.

If you think this is the job you are looking for, or SOMEONE whom you know is looking for, do leave a comment in the comment box and I will get in contact with you.

Did You Know?

Did you know there is no such thing as a naturally blue food?

Song Sharing Sunday - 96

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Every Song reminds me of a person, an event, a place, a smell, a taste....a secret, do you have a song to share today?


Replay - IYAZ





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Experience

Experience is the father of wisdom and memory the mother.

~ Anonymous

Skin Abrasion is so painful! Ouch!!!!

Thank you everyone, who knows about my Skin Abrasion injury, for your kind words of concern. Bathing is still a painful thought.
But definitely better....

For those of you who does not know what I am talking about, you might want to read how this Kids Amaze @ Safra Jurong gave this first visit gift to me in this post "Kidz Amaze - Would I Recommend?"

I had 6 pieces of skin sliced off me. But I only took photos of the most painful 3 areas:

My MIL called me 'Lan-Fan'.
Which meant 'Playful' in Cantonese.

Well, I'm a big kid alright?! Allan and I were the ONLY adults who were running up and down with the kids and sharing every of their laughter (and tears) with them. Such experience is worth it for sure.... but hey, if you have read my blog post "Kidz Amaze - Would I Recommend?", the injuries were not caused by my playfulness alright.... *pout*

What Luck!
*OUCH!*
Will I get scars from this Skin Abrasion?

Did You Know?

Did you know stewardesses is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand?

Song Sharing Sunday - 95

This song reminded me of a young lady's powerful dancing. Completely mesmerized by her.....

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Every Song reminds me of a person, an event, a place, a smell, a taste....a secret, do you have a song to share today?


Tik Tok - Kesha





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My Father's Favourite Quote

Time and tide wait for no man.

~ Anonymous

Did You Know?

Did you know Tennessee is bordered by 8 states: 

Alabama, 

Arkansas, 

Georgia, 

Kentucky, 

Mississippi, 

Missouri, 

North Carolina 

and 

Virginia 

- more than any other in the US?