Category Archives: Me, Myself and I

Sick for a week – The series of weird dreams

April 15, 2012 – 9:02 pm

I was lying on bed for almost a week and I’ve never been so sick before. I was so sick that each time when I’m sleeping, I’m sort of hallucinating, believing that I’m somewhere in the universe. Probably its the effect of the medication.

One of it was when I thought I was a conference venue and directing thousands of people who are attending the conference and each time, whenever someone called me (I mean my mom or wifey), I will think that its the working crew who are calling me for stuff. Then the next time, I thought that I’ve closed a sponsorship deal via Twitter, it was as real as it gets. Sadly, when I woke up and check my phone, there was no such tweet. The third experience was alittle out of the world. I actually dreamt that I was at a wonderland with my family members and we ended with a show (in a National Day Rally setting). The scariest part was my late grandfather, grandmother, grand aunt and one of their friends whom I think have also pass away. In the dream, my dad was so excited to take a picture with them, but yet, no matter how many times I press on my camera, the picture was never taken. In the midst of it, my grandmother told us that she is currently staying with my grandfather at Choa Chu Kang, well, which is kind of true since she is buried at Choa Chu Kang.

This has probably been the worst week of my life and I’m glad that its going to be over soon, although my throat is still burning with an unknown number of ulcers. I’ll be heading back to work tomorrow and I hope I will be able to get back to normalcy soon.

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Quick Bites

April 6, 2012 – 12:32 am

I’ve been quite busy recently and I cherish every minute and every second that I have. When there is a pressing need for time, it means that we don’t have the luxury of sitting down to eat and enjoy the food, but probably getting quick bites. Its becoming a norm for me and I’m not too sure if its a good thing. Even at the cafe recently, I was so busy looking after Ezanne that when everyone wanted to leave the place, I’ve not eaten my cake or drink my tea yet. Well, but I supposed the quick bites that I’ve had will help to answer to the request my tummy have.

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Happy 8th Wedding Anniversary

March 25, 2012 – 11:36 pm

Almost 9 years ago, I met a girl in my life. After 9 months of dating, I decided that this is the one. 8 years on, this girl who have transformed into a woman now has given me the support that I’ve needed most and the sacrifices that she has made for me. Without her support, I will not be where I am today, doing things that are simply not possible of doing because of encouragement, comfort and love that she have given me. Without her sacrifices, I will not be a young dad of 3 yet continuing working hard for our future. Its not about the THANK YOU(S) that I will tell her, but how much love I will be giving to her for the many years to come.

To my dearest wifey, I’m not good at pampering you but I just want to tell you… THANK YOU and I LOVE YOU!

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Meeting Prime Minister Lee

March 23, 2012 – 12:15 am

It was a once in a life time experience and when I first knew that I’m going to meet the Prime Minister, I was nervous. I was not sure what I can tell and what I cannot tell and was worried that I was just stare at him blindly and don’t know what to say. At least on the actual day itself, I’m glad that my worries did not materialize and it went on well. It was a short session but I thought I’ve told him the things that I wanted to but probably not enough.

It was definitely an experience that I’ve never dream of and I’m thankful for the people who made it possible.

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Tweeting for 3 Years

March 20, 2012 – 11:20 am

19 March 2009, the year which I started tweeting. Embarking on a journey unknown, I was not quite sure what to tweet since it is a challenge to tweet – I have to tweet within 140 characters. Many of my friends were not tweeting at the time when I started and the next question was, “Who to follow?” The journey of tweeting has been a wonderful one. I’ve followed and met some wonderful people and learnt quite abit on social media from the people whom I’m following. 140 characters is no longer a challenge but something which I like, short, concise and informative, I guess this is what Twitter is all about. However, while Twitter is informative, it can also mean information overload, especially during a major event.

These days, I spend more time on Twitter as compared to Facebook. How do I know it? Take a look at my Twitter chart. If you are on Twitter, you can follow me @patrickpang.

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A visit back to Istana

February 11, 2012 – 11:48 pm

In 2011, I attended the Istana Chinese New Year Garden Party. That was actually my first visit to the Istana and an opportunity to get close to the Ministers and Member of Parliament and have a word or even take pictures with them. Then, that was a day event and I was already impressed with the architecture and surroundings of Istana.

This year, I got the opportunity to attend the Chinese New Year event again but its special because the event was at night. When night falls, the Istana was a completely different place. The lightings were beautiful and the surrounding was as peaceful as it is in the day.

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The day I’ve been waiting for

February 8, 2012 – 12:42 am

I entered the workforce at a relatively young age and all these while, I’ve been wanting to upgrade myself and get a degree. Probably, its peer pressure since most of my friends around me had at least a degree and there is a need to upgrade ourselves constantly as well. However, I’ve been quite hesitant to do so because of my busy work schedules and my family.

More than 3 years ago, after some persuasion and serious considerations, I decided to head back to school and I took up part time studies. It was a challenge to myself, leaving school after a considerable number of years and having to juggle between work and family.

Well, the time has come and I’ve finally graduated. Looking back, I’ve no idea how did I ever manage everything. But I attribute it to my strong family support and friends who had helped me along the way. It would not be possible without them. I know my parents are proud of my achievement and I’m glad that I’ve did not disappoint them. Thank you for the journey and for the many more good years ahead.

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LookBack 2011: Online

December 11, 2011 – 12:25 am

2011 is the year which I continued to further establish the brand name of myself as a blogger. In 2011, I realised that I had found a direction in blogging and probably finally found out the category that I’m in, Daddy Blogger. Blogging had given me many opportunities to experience on new things. It not just benefitted only me but my children too. I’ll like to thank the organizations and companies who had believed in me and invited me time and again to their activities. I hope you will not forget me in 2012 and remember, I’ll always be waiting for your invites.

Other than blogging, I’ve been quite involved in engaging the community through the use of social media. I’ve met many people and had a better understanding from them on what they actually look out for in the community. I’ve given a formal presentation on the use of social media in the community and had numerous sharing sessions. We learn a new thing everyday and I’m still learning and discovering new things from the experts too.

2011 had definitely been one of the most eventful year for me in my online expedition.

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Lunar Birthday

December 8, 2011 – 10:44 pm

I come from a semi-traditional family. I use semi-traditional because my parents are relax on certain practices but strict on enforcing some others. In such a family, celebrating our lunar birthday becomes a norm, which in fact, I look forward to each year. We have several traditional dishes like the noodles and beancurd. The noodles are sweet because mum has added sugar into it and it comes with 2 eggs. Noodles represent longevity and it has always been my favourite. In the past when my grandmother was still around, she would always prepare the noodles for the birthday boy or girl (my uncles, aunties, cousins or me). Well, I miss her cooking or at least, the noodles.

These days, I don’t think everyone are really bothered with their lunar birthday. In any case, I thought this is one of the traditions that we must continue and at least, for my children, I will definitely celebrate their lunar birthday for them as well.

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Bonding with Ethan

October 25, 2011 – 1:53 am

Ethan is 5 years old this year and frankly, I’ve not really spent much time with him over the past 5 years. I’ve always been busy with work, work and more work. Along the way, we had Ezanne and finally Evan. The time that was given to Ethan was divided into 2 then 3. Sometimes, I thought to myself that bonding with the children is really important and its not about the quantity but the quality. It just seems alittle wrong. Not only is quality important, quantity plays a vital role too!

Over the past 12 months, I had alittle more time to spend with Ethan. We spend alittle more time together, talk alittle more and play alittle more. Gradually, I feel that we are closer than before and he is feeling for me alittle more. During my recent trip to Manila, just before we left the house, Ethan said, “Dad Dad, I miss you.” I was shocked. This was my 5th working trip and it was only this trip that he said such a thing to me. From the tone and his eyes, I can feel that he is really missing me, or maybe, he was just missing the iPad and Angry Bird?

As he is 14 months away from starting his formal education, I thought it will only be fair for me to start spending more time with him, preparing together with him for his next phase of life.