kering ... kontang ...
The past few days have been pretty relaxing for me. after a while of being kering kontang, I had the means to release some stress through retail and friends therapy. I had to work on Friday and was at the office early, even opened the door of the office because I was there at 9.30am, on a public holiday of course. until after 5pm, I decided that work is enough and I needed to let loose so I went to KLCC and met up with Fynaz and Gjie for an early dinner before they went of for their Sheila Majid concert. I ended up watching Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber from Fleet Street with Muid who was also from work. I have to admit, Tim Burton is a genius for Sweeney Todd is one helluva movie. Although I still stand firmly on the fact that my all-time favourite musical movie would be Moulin Rouge (not even Grease I tell you, Baz Lurhman have taken me in deeply with Moulin Rouge), nevertheless, Sweeney Todd is a very creatively done. Anthony's (Jamie Campbell Bower) character somehow doesn't really appeal to me, it was a bit distracting and funnily annoying to see him singing "Johanna". But Judge Turpin's (Alan Rickman) duet with Sweeney Todd (Johnny Depp) is very vocally good, and Mrs. Lovett's (Helena Bonham Carter) duet with Toby (Ed Sanders) is another hit for the movie. Johnny Depp has proven to be a helluva actor, and he can sing! However, my votes on a vocally talented actor/actress goes to Brittany Murphy as Gloria in Happy Feet. I don't know why but her vocals blew me off (in the best way possible). She really got me boogying on the dancefloor, thats one thing for sure.
after Sweeney Todd, Muid and I joined Atilia, Suzie, Gjie, Fynaz, Fizar, Jerry and Sam at the Melting Pot in Concorde. We exchanged our review of the movie for Sheila Majid's extraordinary concert conclusion which they gave two-thumbs up. It was a great night because it has been weeks since we're all tight up with our own errands and works. We talked mostly about Atilia's future performances, (please keep yourself updated) for No Black Tie (end of February), Java Jazz festival (the only Malaysian performing for Java Jazz! Thumbs up for my girl!) on 7th March, Sunburst Music Festival on March 15 at Bukit Kiara Equestrian Park, and some gigs at Alexis and Bangkok Jazz in March and April. We got back at 3am and I was so worn out from being up the whole day that I slept in my jeans.
Saturday was a family day for me. after I fetched my younger sister from her tuition and stopped by at the local shopping mall - Selayang Mall. Nearly bought me a Sony Ericcson S500i but it was out of stock.
Because I want it on that day itself and harassed the leng chai to call all his contacts. Unfortunately for him, they can't get the stock because the factories are closed for the Chinese New Year. And fortunately for me, I then have enough money and took the kids out for to Bangsar Village and Midvalley with Muid.
On Sunday, I took my mom to IKEA and bought her some periuk belanga as a belated birthday present. Hehehe. To cook more for us! And stayed home to watch the rerun of Screen Actors Guild awards which was held earlier during the week (Sunday 27th January 8pm US time, Monday 28th January 8am Malaysia time). Caught a glimpse of Angelina Jolie who looked gorgeous and was nominated for her potrayal of Marianne Pearl in A Mighty Heart. I'm currently reading the book even though I've watched the movie, but I really like the dialogue in the final dinner scene where Marianne (Jolie) said "Terrorist's purpose is to terrorise people and we are not terrorised by them" (or somewhat like that, I'm writing on top of my head without factual reference here). Anyways, I love Daniel Day-Lewis's winning tribute to the late Heath Ledger (at least he remembers, I can barely pinpoint anyone here in Malaysia would do that), and Julie Christie's acceptance speech where she said, "If I forgot to mention anyone, is because I'm still in character". Now I really want to watch "Away from Her".
Upon going to IKEA, I bought some mirrors and pasted them on the wall by the head of my bed which enhanced the whole outlook and size of my room.I love the reflection from the windows which I love to leave it open day and night and it gives more light to my room. Last night, I put on some scented candles, a Tony Bennet cd, and enjoyed my reading in the dark cold rainy night.
It was a good weekend. I only hope for the best. Even with a heart that is breaking inside. Tears have dried up. But the heart is still longing for something I can never get.
pretty whacked siblings, photo by Atilia Haron
after Sweeney Todd, Muid and I joined Atilia, Suzie, Gjie, Fynaz, Fizar, Jerry and Sam at the Melting Pot in Concorde. We exchanged our review of the movie for Sheila Majid's extraordinary concert conclusion which they gave two-thumbs up. It was a great night because it has been weeks since we're all tight up with our own errands and works. We talked mostly about Atilia's future performances, (please keep yourself updated) for No Black Tie (end of February), Java Jazz festival (the only Malaysian performing for Java Jazz! Thumbs up for my girl!) on 7th March, Sunburst Music Festival on March 15 at Bukit Kiara Equestrian Park, and some gigs at Alexis and Bangkok Jazz in March and April. We got back at 3am and I was so worn out from being up the whole day that I slept in my jeans.
From left:- Fynaz, Gjie, Tia, Me, Fizar, Suzie and Fid, Photo by Muid
Saturday was a family day for me. after I fetched my younger sister from her tuition and stopped by at the local shopping mall - Selayang Mall. Nearly bought me a Sony Ericcson S500i but it was out of stock.
The Yellow Spring colour is haunting me!!!!
Because I want it on that day itself and harassed the leng chai to call all his contacts. Unfortunately for him, they can't get the stock because the factories are closed for the Chinese New Year. And fortunately for me, I then have enough money and took the kids out for to Bangsar Village and Midvalley with Muid.
On Sunday, I took my mom to IKEA and bought her some periuk belanga as a belated birthday present. Hehehe. To cook more for us! And stayed home to watch the rerun of Screen Actors Guild awards which was held earlier during the week (Sunday 27th January 8pm US time, Monday 28th January 8am Malaysia time). Caught a glimpse of Angelina Jolie who looked gorgeous and was nominated for her potrayal of Marianne Pearl in A Mighty Heart. I'm currently reading the book even though I've watched the movie, but I really like the dialogue in the final dinner scene where Marianne (Jolie) said "Terrorist's purpose is to terrorise people and we are not terrorised by them" (or somewhat like that, I'm writing on top of my head without factual reference here). Anyways, I love Daniel Day-Lewis's winning tribute to the late Heath Ledger (at least he remembers, I can barely pinpoint anyone here in Malaysia would do that), and Julie Christie's acceptance speech where she said, "If I forgot to mention anyone, is because I'm still in character". Now I really want to watch "Away from Her".
Upon going to IKEA, I bought some mirrors and pasted them on the wall by the head of my bed which enhanced the whole outlook and size of my room.I love the reflection from the windows which I love to leave it open day and night and it gives more light to my room. Last night, I put on some scented candles, a Tony Bennet cd, and enjoyed my reading in the dark cold rainy night.
This is the most comforting corner of my room
It was a good weekend. I only hope for the best. Even with a heart that is breaking inside. Tears have dried up. But the heart is still longing for something I can never get.
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