Okay Food, Great Friends...

I've been looking forward for the Saturday gathering for the past 2 weeks. Was nervous about cooking for friends so I decided to get some tips from mom.

The pasta turned out okay. But the spaghetti was a little hard. Oh well...as long as the guests didn't complain and enjoyed themselves, I'm all happy!

Ben was asleep the whole afternoon, so I decided to cook and clean the place by myself. He woke up and made some bruchettas as starters.

Ie-Tsen arrived first and we waited for Oscar, Calvin and Su Ann to arrive. Soon, we were all digging in.

Oscar & Calvin brought really yummy tarts. Even after the real hearty meal, we all managed to gobble down a few.

Taboo was extremely fun! Loads of laughter and of course...the winning team = Oscar & Ame!

Su Ann had to leave early for a birthday do, so we all decided to play the PS2. Watching both Ie Tsen and Oscar play Guitar Hero was very amusing!

I must say, they are very quick learners and they did amazingly. They soon got bored of it and started playing Cartoon Network's racing derby.

That was a huge load of fun!!! Then we continued with some fighting games Naruto,OnePiece and Dragonball. It was really hilarious...seeing them whack each other.

Ben and I decided to invest in a Ninetendo Wii. No regrets on that buy! We spend Sunday Night just playing it. We laughed and did stupid movements. Just glad nobody was there to see us.

They'll think we're a pair of nutcase!

Anyway, can't wait for the next gathering. It'll be fun to watch my friends attempt boxing on the Wii....:P

I'm going to miss Bangkok...:(

Day 4:-

We woke up to a gloomy day. Like how I was feeling. I didn't want the trip to end...I wanted it to go on longer. But I know, all good things ends eventually.

I dragged myself out of bed reluctantly and hubby woke up too. Since it was still early, he decided to do some last minute shopping.

What better place to go that to....Platinum Mall! We quickly took the BTS to Chidlom and decided to walk to Platinum since it was a really nice morning.

I didn't like the idea of sweating but went anyway. I wanted the last day to be a happy one.

We arrived just as all the shops was opening. Hubby bought some earrings for his mom and since we were the first customer, the guy gave him about 45% discount!

I bought my mom bangles and jewelry set. I also bought this two table dolls to hang my accessories.

Since we had money left, I told Hubby that I'll buy him 4 t-shirts because he's been such a doll.
Like a happy kitten, he went to find the shop. He chose his 4 t-shirts quickly and we scooted out of Platinum.

We went to Robinson next and headed to Boots to get some final stuff. He bought is FCUK after shaves and I bought my mom's medicinal oil which was good for tummy apparently.

I bought my final bras because it was SO CHEAP!

We of course had to have McDonalds before leaving BKK. Pork Burger never tasted so good.

I bought some Thai snacks to share and quickly walked back to the hotel to pack.

As our driver drove to the airport...I couldn't help feeling sad. I didn't want to leave Thailand. I really didn't....

Hubby did his best to cheer me up as we checked in.

But guess what? Our bags were overweight and we had to pay an extra RM15!!! But we paid anyway and headed to the waiting hall.

Hubby bought his liquor and I bought my Absolut Ruby. It was so cheap compared to KL!

On the plane, I whispered goodbye to Thailand...but I'll be back!!! I know I will...

We arrived at LCCT at about 6:45 pm and as we approached the customs, we contemplated buying another bottle. But we decided against it in case we got caught.

Of course...I totally forgot Malaysians being Malaysians...we're pro at skivving...

There was absolutely...NOBODY at the customs!!!! Arghh...we could've bought 10 bottles and got away with it!

Anyway, it was overall a wonderful trip. Birthday in Thailand was awsome...and I'll be aching to go back soon.

I love BKK!!!

Day 3:-

We decided to take leisurely since we didn't have any plans.

I wanted to get more stuff so we decided to head back to Platinum. This time, I told hubby that we're going to take a cab straight from our hotel!!!

Since it was a Sunday and there was no jam, he agreed. We spent a few hours there and I bought my mom scarfs, a top, shorts and my Birkens.

Hubby bought his tie. I noticed him looking a little down and asked him why. He was still dreaming bout the pair of shoes he saw at MBK yesterday and contemplating if he should buy it.

Told him that it was cheaper than KL and if he doesn't buy it, he'll definitely regret.

Since the weather was good, we decided to take the cab to MBK. Hubby shopped for the perfect shoes and finally decided to go back to the first shop. He finally decided to buy it!

We then decided to head over to Siam Center/ Paragon.

Since it was my BIRTHDAY, hubby said I can do whatever I want!

I wanted to go back to The Loft. I remembered enjoying myself there the last trip. We walked to Siam Central and when I was shopping at The Loft, there was a black out!

In KL, that'll be great opportunity for ppl to actually flick stuff. But the Thai's was so organized. Stood in their places and not take anything. I noticed that because I continued walking around!

We decided to cross the street because Hubby wanted to go back to this Thai Restaurant we found during our last trip there. He really loved the food there.

He was so happy to find the place but it was too early for dinner. So we decided to find a massage parlor.

It was the best massage ever....that I actually fell asleep next to hubby.

Once done, it was time for dinner and we went to the restaurant. Hubby ate so much!

We went back to Siam Paragon because we wanted Swensens. So yummy...chocolate macadamia....oh gosh...droollll...

Hubby wanted to rush back because it was close to 10pm and the shops was clossing. He bought me cupcake and we went home.

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Back at the hotel, we started to pack our stuff. The almost empty briefcase was FULL!!! We didn't realize the amount of stuff we bought.

After that, Hubby sang me a birthday song. But because we were so stuffed, we decided to attack the cupcake tomorrow.

We fell asleep not long after. I was a little sad...that it was good bye to Thailand tomorrow....but most of all...sad that I'm no longer 25.

I love Bangkok!

Day 2:-

We woke up early coz we had breakfast delivered to us. Yummiest porridge ever! But because it was too early in the morning, I couldn't eat much.

We then showered and got ready for Chatuchak. It was once again...super hot!

We took the BTS again all the way to Mo Chit and walked a good 3 mins to the market. We tried looking for a map but couldn't find one.

So we decided to leave it up to fate. It was really super duper hot. Like an oven! I was getting grumpy. So was hubby.

I only managed to get a couple of pillow case for my mom, 2 dresses for myself. Hubby bought fake flowers for the house.

We thought to ourselves. Heck it...we'll leave. It's getting to hot, stuffy and crowded in here. Our legs were aching and our tempers were pretty short.

It wasn't worth for us to blow up at one another. We decided there and then we'll leave. Hand in hand, we walked back to the BTS station.

We decided to go back to the hotel to wash up coz we were too sticky.

After that, we headed to Central Chidlom. I was in Hello Kitty heaven!!! I almost went crazy there. Because the next day was my birthday, I gave myself a treat. Hello Kitty here I come!

Hubby wanted to get some long sleeved shirts for the Wedding and Central was having a sale. He managed to snag 2 really nice shirts.

Since it was early, he suggested going back to MBK to look for shoes. Our legs couldn't take it, so we went for a foot massage.

Alot of locals talked to hubby as if he was a local. So I asked the dude massaging his leg if he looked like a Thai.

The guy said that hubby looked like Thai Superstar. HAHAHAHAHA!!!

He said I looked Japanese...but I seriously think that's because I'm fair. I get those comments all the time!

After MBK, we headed back to Asoke where our Hotel is. Since Robinson was just next door, we decided to have dinner at...McDonalds!!!

The pork burger...SO YUMMY!!!!

We walked around for abit and Hubby wanted the Phad Thai from the road stall. So he tapau-ed back to the hotel.

We decided to have an early night and got into bed at 10am. Watched a little TV and fell asleep. We were smashed....

Long Overdue Post: Bangkok 2009

Have I told you how much I love Bangkok? I LOVE BANGKOK!!! The people...the food...THE SHOPPING!!!

Day 1:-
We arrived in the kingdom at approximately 10am local time. We checked into the hotel and immediately went out.

First destination. Platinum Mall.

Hubby was hungry and wanted to have some roadside food. But the weather was scorching hot!!! So we decided to eat at the Mall's foodcourt instead.

We walked to the BTS station and took the train to Chidlom. The guy told us that it was a 10 min walk to the Mall and we thought...hmm...sounds near. But the weather was too hot and I was getting grumpy. We decided to take the cab.

Hubby made us walk about 5 mins before actually hailing a cab. It cost us about 350 baht. The silliest thing was, because it was so jam, the cab driver suggested for us to walk! We got down and walked for a good 5 Mins under the hot sun!!!

By the time we reached Platinum, I could only thank God for the invention of aircond.

We headed up to the foodcourt and filled our tummies. Yummy food I must say. Tempted to try all the dessert but I couldn't fit in much more.

Then it was SHOPPING TIME!!!

Hubby bought 7 t-shirts during that visit. It was so cheap it was unbelivable. The quality was decent but the price was just....crazy cheap. 140 baht for one? Where to get in KL!

Me on the other hand, went crazy with the dresses. I bought 3 dresses and a top. We then decided to head to MBK.

We took a cab coz I was adamant that I wasn't going to WALK to the BTS station! Drag and carry me if needed. I'm not moving!

We reached MBK and decided to rest our feet. So we headed straight to Swensens. Yummy heavenly ICE CREAM! Cheap ice cream...half the price of what we get here in KL!

We carried on walking...and got some t-shirts for my colleagues as souveniors. Bought myself a pair of sunglasses coz I left my behind. I knew I needed one for our trip to Chatuchak the next day.

After MBK, we went back to the hotel to rest. After an hour, we headed to a nearby beef noodle stall and ate.

Went for a short walk and went back and crashed at about 11pm BKK time.