New Year 2009 Wishes

Specially to our family, friends & colleagues....

As the New Year dawns
May it opens up for you new horizons
May it fills your hearts with new hopes and loves
Promises a brighter tomorrow
Reach out to the greatest height

Wishing you happiness and prosperity in New Year 2009!!!

With Love,

Raymond & Michelle

Christmas Spirit in Dubai

Christmas is the most exciting time of year for many people. The feelings are really hard to even put into words. The whole atmosphere of the world seems to change to joys and celebrations.

Festive decor certainly puts people in the spirit, it creates an atmosphere and an ambiance that is festive again. Being out and about in the big city on Christmas is an experience worth treasuring.

Warm and wonderful wishes from Raymond & Michelle , MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

A Break at Khor Fakkan, Sharjah

2nd Dec is a public holiday as well as UAE National Day. We planned to take a break from daily hectic schedule and to spend a day outdoor. The Three Musketeers - Edwin, Raymond and Michelle packed up picnic gear and road map, ready to enjoy, rest and re-energise.

Heard about Khor Fakkan? It is a popular tourism spot in Sharjah, UAE.

Khor Fakkan is surrounded with huge mountains

Edwin's eagle eyes spotted a Malaysia Product, Proton Wira!!

Outpouring of pride - UAE marks its 37th National Day

Residence and motorists showed their pride by hanging or decking out

their vehicles in the colours of the UAE flag

Stopby at Rotana Hotel for a good buffet lunch


Rejuvenate in the balmy ocean breezes and water

The beach is located along the famous Ocenic Hote

Al Bidyah Mosque - the oldest mosque in UAE

The engineering feature is the major accomplishment

The four domes can be seen from exterior.

Interesting stalls along the road where the local display their handicraft

and plantation products for sale

Everyone said it is a perfect and a fascinating day trip

A day trip to Khor Fakkan is the best way to see and experience what you want.

The Three Musketeers - there is so much to see, do, discover and experience together!

Family Camp at Flamingo Beach Resort, Umm-Al-Quwain

Just 60km drive from Dubai, we arrived at Flamingo Beach Resort, Umm- Al Quwain about 1 hour. This resort is amazing and surrouded by plush garden, blue water and migarting flamingos

This family camp was organised by New Covenant Church to provide the great outdoor environment for the church family members to meet together to enjoy, fellowship and have funs.

The activities started from early morning till late evening. It was a fantastic camp with activities for all ages.

Dubai Got Talent Show. The aspiring participants of Talent Search Model.

Cool, cum & smart couple!

Three Legged Couple Race - pairs are formed and have their legs bound together.
Hooray! we successfully run together without falling over, beat the other contestants

and won the second place.

Children Group played Tug-of War

Ready...Set...Go!

It's not easy to carry an apple with spoon and walk in a straight line!

Why Raymond is licking the chair??? hehe

He was trying to push the Smarties into the spoon using nose!

Boat sightseeing.....to find flamingos

A glimpse of stunning sunset shining on the sky

Flamingos come and go. Flocks of flamingos on the seaside

Children are given presents and taught to value the true meaning of Christmas

Spirit of generousity and goodwill....

Spread the love and joys

A Simple Joy

It's Raymond's Birthday today, 9 Dec. We decided not to throw a big birthday party . In fact, we had a simple and warm birthday celebration at home. Just the two of us



Blueberry Cheese Cake as Raymond's Birthday Cake.



The candles are aflame and close your eyes to make a wish
Michelle : May all his wishes will come true!


Blowing out the candles after the birthday song.






A popular dish on birthday.
Longevity noodles - symbolises a long life

Even though it was a simple birthday celebration, we appreciated the little things and felt happy and contented with such. What matters most is the every previous moment and joys we shared in our life.

Hubby, I would not let a year pass without handing something to you be it simple or exquisite. I promised, we will have a romantic dinner of two plus a special birthday gift one day! I can see a wide smile on his face now.

Fabulous Party at Al Badha Villa

Moving into a new home ranks among the more exciting events in life. It’s definitely time to break out the bubbly and celebrate!

Tan, one of the pioneer Malaysians in our company, has moved to his new villa on July 08. The villa is pretty huge and located in Dubai Petroleum Community.

To welcome some close friends to his new villa, Tan decided to throw a small house warming party on 28th Nov 08 , Friday at 7pm. The party is casual and more to potluck dinner.

Tan & his wife, the lovely host and hostress of the party.

We had malaysian style dinner, Yummy Yummy.
Malaysia Traditional Dishes - Fried Beehon, Steam White Chicken with "Bentong Chili", "Siu Yuk" (barbecue pork). Thumb's up to Aunty Lilian especially for her mouth watering "Tau Foo Fah".

Raymond never left behind to show off his cooking skill. Presented everyone with his finger licking FRIED RICE and CURRY CHICKEN. Secret recipe from his mom!

The Three Musketeers, inseperable friends who fight by motto " One for all, all for one"!

Where are Edward and Lim???? Oops, Raymond has forgetton his job as the camera man of the night.

Many thanks to Tan and his wife for this fabulous event. After all, nothing can make a home more welcoming than sharing it with friends.

Amazing London

It is always our wish to visit London since student time. We knew that whatever the budget is, visiting London will be expensive compared with many other countries. Thank God and "Good Samaritans" for this golden opportunity.

Taking the opportunity of Eid Festival on 1st Oct 08 to 5 th Oct 08, we decided to take 5 days good break at London.

Here is the is start of our exciting and fascinating tour to discover London. Visitng London is incomplete without checking out the following attractions.

MADAME TUSSAUDS

Welcome "Spiderman" pose by Raymond at the famous MADAME TUSSAUDS!

mmm..not bad to taste what it is like to be famous joining a host of the world's hottest celebrities - Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie - EVEN their statues!

Audition of Bollywood Star with the judge Amita Bachan. Ashawarya Rai is searching for a new face for her lastest hit. Raymond - are you qualified?? heheheeee....

Beauty and the Beast. Incredible Hulks, " YOU ARE MY MAN!" Michelle said.

"CHANGING THE GUARD" AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE

London's most recognizable and most frequently visited landmarks, the awesome Buckingham Palace.

Michelle & Raymond were eagerly waiting for the Changing The Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace.

The Changing The Guard Ceremony is accompanied by a Guards Band. The process involves a new guard exchanging duty with the old guard.

The Queen's Guard in the traditional full dress uniform. I love his red tunics and bearskin.

BIG BEN & HOUSES OF PARLIMENT

Do you know "Big Ben" is the name of the clock inside the famous tower? It also forms part of the Houses of Parliament

THE LONDON EYES

The beautiful scene of The London Eye at a height of 135 metres is the biggest Ferris Wheel in Europe.

TOWER BRIDGE

Tower Bridge has become an iconic symbol of London which is sometimes mistakenly referred to as London Bridge.

HARRODS

The splendid building of Harrods which by the brand itself , has always prided on a reputation for excellence and finest-quality merchandise. You can see on Michelle's face, a true sensation once she steps out. Harrods cannot be beat by any stores!

STONEHENGE

An experience which we will never forget. The great attraction of Stonehenge is the mystery of this massive and awe-inspiring structure.

There are tons of story behind Stonehenge, involving everything to aliens. Unfortunately, the people who built Stonehenge didn't leave much evidence of why they built this massive structure.

FOUR SEASONS AT BAYSWATER

Four Seasons Restaurant - no matter rain or shine, they will be always a queue ouside the this Restaurant with eager diners awaiting their seats for the supposedly legendary roasted duck. Raymond and Michelle were queuing for half an hour. From outside of the restaurant, you can see that the duck hanging side by side, glistening and lacquered has created a seductive lure on us.

The glistening dark brown skin says it all. The meat is so moist and tender that it crumbles nicely as you bite into it. Raymond's favorite kai lans with oyster sauce were perfectly cooked, crunchy and amazingly fresh.

Michelle said:" It is well worth of wait!".