Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
Poem----Somewhere... Someday...

Monday, May 25, 2009
More Pix of Mr & Mrs Egan
Friday, May 22, 2009
My diary--May
Be updating my blog, posted 3 storys, 2 about westlife, that I wrote long long time ago for my friends who crazzzzzy for them...included me as well...hehe!!! and the other from website (have more next month), poems, quizz and photos too. I know some articles is tooooo long but I can't help it, can"t break into 2 leh. Some friends say "ENGLISH" leh..hard to understand woh. Aiyo...susah betul.. All of them know that I don't know "MANDARIN" mah , how to translate *sigh* I only know English & Bahasa saja mah.
Celebrate Mother Days...not this year since my sis and brother didnt come back that week, but we already given her a gift that "money can't buy" haha!!!! Hmmmmm, must be wondering what could that be rite?? Is $$$$$$ loh...hehe!!! ^--^
This month she (mum) going for her check up, she need to have a mamogram done and bring it along. So I bring her to the hospital where I work last time to have it done. She done it on tue... unfortunately, I pula lupa bawa yg lama punya to compare, so the dr ask me to bring it the next day. The following day, I bring the old films to show to the dr and they need so a looooonnnnnnggggggg to look thru it. I knew the dr saw the different between those mamo she took last yr. The dr didnt ask me, so I just keep quite loh. The dr want my mum to have an ultrasound done too...just to confirm.. she was worried and ask me why she need to do it, I not sure myself..cos I was worried too. I know she afraid cos last year she done a small operation again to remove the small lump on the same spot again. When she done, the dr said everything normal.. just to make sure. Thank god for that....!!!!! I did ask the dr..why??? u saw something different in the mamo last Sept. She said "YEAP" hah...I knew it!!!!! Mum check up is on 29th May and I'm taking leave ...but ppl thought that I going for shopping cos is JUSCO MEMBER SALES" whenever got member sales...definately lot lot of ppl .
Then going for Dial & Dine, lunch at Prego on the 9th. Since I post up my story..."tak payah cakap lagi" loh. Myself..mmmmmm "tak tahu" leh, can't hardly tell sometime "Disappointed" at someone, everytime ask to call , just said "WILL TRY" sampai bila nak try...I don't know and doesn't wanted to know too and I not going to mention it again, EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Celebrate JOEY & JOJO b'day too.. makan at A & W.. satu meja besar pun tak cukup...1 big HAPPY family... children too.. The children having lot of fun...running around.
On 28th pula is "DUMPLING FESTIVAL" yeah yeah...can eat "zhang" loh.. like to eat but doesn't like the ingredient inside...haha!!! love to eat "kosong" one leh.. friends said I'm stupid..but never mind as long I can eat it okie loh. yummy....yummy... mmm, who is going to eat these ingredient.......of course my "mummy" leh. The "sweet" one also like loh...put some "kaya" lagi sedap !!!!! I'm sure everyone love it. As for nx mth, celebrate PUI LING b'day...yaloh...LIM going for delivery!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! alamak!!! attend wedding dinner too.
Well..that all...contiune next month....for my "ROJAK" diaRy...:_0
Thursday, May 21, 2009
New Moon Poster!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Fellow Twilighters are in for a treat. After many fake posters made their way to several blog sites last week, the official New Moon poster has been released by the studio.In the poster, star-crossed lovers, Bella and Edward are separated by Jacob the werewolf. We have to say Taylor Lautner, who plays Jacob, looks much better with shorter hair.
Then later this month, well, 31 May to be exact, the stars of New Moon, Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor will be presenting a new clip of the movie at the MTV Movie Awards.
We expect a lot of screaming when that happens. Stay tuned!
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Romance for Thoughts 3

When you are together with that special someone, you pretend to ignore that person. But when that special someone is not around, you might look around to find them.At that moment, you are in love
Although there is someone else who always makes you laugh,your eyes and attention might go only to that special someone.Then, you are in love.
Although that special someone was supposed to have called you long back, to let you know of their safe arrival,your phone is quiet.You are desperately waiting for the call!At that moment, you are in love.
If you are much more excited for one short e-mail fromthat special someone than other many long e-mails,you are in love.
When you find yourself as one who cannot erase all themessages in your answering machine because of one messagefrom that special someone, you are in love.
When you get a couple of free movie tickets, you wouldnot hesitate to think of that special someone.Then, you are in love.
You keep telling yourself, "that special someone is just a friend", but you realize that you can not avoid that person's special attraction. At that moment, you are in love.
While you are reading this page, if someoneappears in your mind,then u are in love with that person.
Romance for Thoughts 2
The best kind of friend is the one you can sit on a porch with, never saying a word and then walk away, feeling like that was the best conversation you've had.
Don't go for looks -- it can deceive.
Don't go for money -- even wealth fades away.
Go for someone who makes you smile, because only a smile makes a dark day seem bright. Happiness lies for those who cry, those who hurt, those who have searched and those who have tried. For only they can appreciate the importance of the people who have touched their lives.
Love is when you take away the feeling, the passion and the romance... and you find out you still care for that person. Love comes to those who still hope even though they've been disappointed, those who still believe, even though they have been betrayed and those who still love even though they've been hurt before. Maybe God wants us to meet a few wrong people, before meeting the right one, so that when we finally meet the right person, we should know how to be grateful for that gift. It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return. But, what is the most painful is to love someone and never find the courage to let the person know how you feel. The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past ... you can't go on in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches.
Giving someone all your love is never an assurance that they'll love you back! Don't expect love in return, just wait for it to grow in Their hearts. But, if it doesn't, be content it grew in yours. There are things that you would love to hear, but you never hear it from the person you want to. Don't be deaf to hear it from the person who says it with their heart.
When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so that when you die, you are smiling and everyone around you is crying.
When one door of happiness closes, another opens. But often we look so long at the closed door, that we don't see the one which has just been opened for us.
Always put yourself in the other's shoes. If you feel that it hurts you, it probably hurts the other person, too. A sad thing about life is when you meet someone who means a lot to you ... only to find out in the end, that it was never meant to be and you just have to let go.
It takes a minute to have a crush on someone ... an hour to like someone...a day to love someone...but it takes a lifetime to forget someone.
Love starts with a smile, develops with a kiss and ends with a tear.
Romance for Thoughts
4 person in your life how many have u found?
1st-urself,
2nd-1 u love most,
3rd-1 who love u most,
4th-1 you spend the rest of your life with.
firstly u'll meet the 1 u love most, and learn how love feels. Because u know how love feels, so u can find the person who loves u most. When u've experienced the feeling of loving others and being loved, u'll then know what it is u need most. Then u will find the person who is most suitable for u, to be able to spend the rest of your life with.
Sadly,in real life,these 3 people are usually not the same person. The one u love most doesn't love you. The one,who love u most,is never the one u love most. And the one u spend your life with,is never the one u love most or the one who love u most.
He/she is just the person who happens to be at the right place at the right time.
Which person are u in other people's life? No person will purposely have a change of heart. At the point in time when he loves u, he/she really loves u. But when he/she doesn't love u anymore, he/she really doesn't love u anymore. When he/she loves u, he/she can't pretend that he/she doesn't. same goes, when he/she loves u no more, there's no way he/she can pretend he/she loves u. When a person doesn't love u and wants to leave u. u must ask yourself if u still love him/her, If u also don't love him/her anymore, do not keep him/her just to save your pride. If you still love him/her, you should wish him/her happiness, and hope that he/she will be with the one he/she loves most, not stop him/her from it. If you stop him/her from finding true happiness with the one he/she loves, it shows u already don't love him/her, And if you don't love him/her, what rights do you have to blame him/her for a change of heart?
Love is not possessive, if you like the moon, you can't just take it down and put it in your basin, But the moonlight still shines upon you. In other words, when you love a person, you can use another method of possessing the person. Let him/her become a permanent memory in you life. If you really love a person, you must love him/her for what he/she is. Love him/her for his/her good points, and the bad, You can't wish for him/her to become like what you like him/her to be just because you love him/her. If he/she can't change to become what you like him/her to be, you don't love him/her anymore. When you really love a person, you cannot find a reason why you love him/her, You only know that no matter when and where, good mood or bad mood, you will wish to have this person be with you.
Real love is when two people can go through the toughest problems without asking for promises or listing criteria. In a relationship, you have to put in effort and give in at times, not always be on the receiving end. Being away from each other is a type of test, If the relationship isn't strong, then you can only admit defeat. Real love will never become hate.
When two people are in love, They love to ask each other to swear, to make promises. Why do they ask each other to swear and promise? Because they don't trust each other, they don't trust their lover. These swear and promises are useless; Till the sky falls, till the ocean dry, my love for u will never change! We all know that the sky will never fall; the ocean will never dry, Even if it does happen, are we still alive by then? Be careful when making promises; don't make promises that you cannot keep. Swear by things that can never happen, because it can never happen, so no harm just saying it casually. Rmember? Swearing by things that can never happen are the most touching!!? In a relationship, what you say is one thing, but what you do is another; The 1 saying, doesn't believe; the 1 listening, also doesn't believe.
Attractive Test
Try it out..have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-)
Hey, try it out and see how attractive you can be to the opposite sex.
1. Which place do u want to have a travel most?
A. Beijing ................................go to q.2
B. Tokyo .................................go to q.3
C. Paris ..................................go to q.4
2. Have you ever cried when u see a touching movie?
A. Yes......................................go to q.4
B. No........................................go to q.3
3. If your boyfriend or girlfriend still has not come after an hour of your date with him/her, what will you do?
A. wait for another 30 mins.................go to q.4
B. leave immediately...........................go to q.5
C. wait until he/she comes..................go to q.6
4. Do u like to go to see a movie alone?
A. Yes......................................go to q.5
B. No..........................................go to q.6
5. When he/she asks for a kiss in your first date, what will you do?
A. Refuse...................................go to q.6
B. light kiss on his/her forehand...........go to q.7
C. Agree and kiss him/her...................go to q.8
6. Are you a humorous person?
A. I think I am.............................go to q.7
B. I think I am not.........................go to q.8
7. Do you think you are a capable leader?
A. Yes......................................go to q.9
B. No.......................................go to q.10
8. Which gender will you choose to be born if you are given a chance?
A. Male.....................................go to q.9
B. Female...................................go to q.10
C. I don't mind.............................Type D (go straight to results below)
9. Have you ever got more than one boyfriends or girlfriends at a time
A. Yes......................................Type B (go straight to results below)
B. No.......................................Type A (go straight to results below)
10. Do you think you are intelligent?
A. Yes......................................Type D (go straight to results below)
B. No.......................................Type C (go straight to results below)
RESULTS
Type A : Congratulations! You can extremely attract the opposite sex! You possess a charming beauty in the eyes of them. You not only have a pretty figure, but also have a humorous and gentle personality. You should be a literate person and know how to get along with people and can allocate your time well, thus you are always popular among the opposite sex.
Type B : Quite good! You can easily attract the opposite sex, but you will not easily into the loving trap. Your humor makes them want to get along with you. He/She will be happy being with you!
Type C : Not bad! You cannot attract the opposite sex very well, but you still have something good which make them like to get along with you. You should be an honest person and have a unique view in seeing things. You are quite friendly in the eyes of your friends.
Type D : Oh! You do not attract the opposite sex. You do not have much knowledge, and not much intrinsic humane values. You are too rude to the opposite sex. Thus you are not very popular among
Love Test
2. On the way you see two rose bushes. One is full of red roses, the other full of white. You decide to pick 20 roses for your boy/girlfriend of any one color or two color combination. What number of white and/or red do you pick?
3. You finally get to their house. A family member answers the door. You can have the family member get your boy/girlfriend or go get them yourself. Which do you do?
4. You go up to your boy/girlfriend's room, but nobody is there. You decide to leave the roses. Do you leave them by the windowsill or on the bed?
5. Later, it's time for bed. You and your boy/girlfriend sleep in separate rooms. In the morning when it's time to wake up, you go into his/her room and check on him/her. When you arrive, do you prefer him/her to be awake or asleep?
6. Now it's time to go back home. Do you take the short, plain or more interesting road?
Meaning Of Love Test
1. The road represents your attitude towards falling in love.You chose the short road--you fall in love quickly and easily. You chose the long road--you take your time and do not fall in love easily.
2. The number of red roses represents how much you give in a relationship, while the number of white represents what you expect in return.
3. This question represents your attitude towards handling relationship problems
You like to get the person yourself--you are a more direct person and like to work out problems immediately. You asked the family member to get your significant other--youlike to avoid problems and hope that they will solve themselves.
4. The placement of the roses determines how much you like to see your boy/girlfriend.You want to place the roses on the bed--you like to see him/her a lot. You want to place the roses by the windowsill--you are alright with not seeing him/her much.
5. This represents your attitude towards his/her personality.
6. The road to home tells how long you stay in love with someone.
You chose the longer road--you will tend to stay in love for a long time. You chose the short road--you fall out of love easily.
Fun Personality Test
Fruit For Thought
Which is your favorite Fruit?
Orange
You have patience and will power; hard work doesn't daunt you. You like to do things slowly, but thoroughly. Although shy, you are reliable and trustworthy. You love with all your heart - flings are not for you
Durian
You are extravagant, impulsive, and outspoken. You may not be the best organizer, but you're charming and make a good team leader. You enjoy travel immensely, and have an enthusiasm for life unmatched by most. Watch that temper, though.
Apple
Awww, you're a softie - loving, gentle, warm, and sympathetic. But your sweet temper makes you vulnerable to people taking advantage of you. You may lack self-confidence and be timid, yet you enjoy harmonious relationships.
Pineapple
You are quick to decide; even quicker to act. You have exceptional organizing abilities, and tend to be self-reliant, sincere and honest in your dealings with others. You don't make friends easily, but once you do, they're friends for life. You rarely, if ever, make romantic overtures.
Papaya
Although fearless, you give much thought to the things you do. You are a go-getter in your career, and have a knack for being in the right place at the right time. More then anything else, your sense of humor is what attracts members of the opposite sex to you.
Mango
You have fixed ideas - influencing you is no easy task. You tend to be an extremist with strong likes and dislikes; at times, you like to control a situation. You enjoy getting involved in something that presents a mental challenge. Strong as you may be, you are a kitten when you are with your partner.
Cherry
You often faced ups and downs professionally and financially; you are often involved in creative pursuits. Despite being sincere and loyal, you don't express your emotions easily. Your home is your haven, and you love nothing more than being surrounded by family and your beloved partner.
Strawberry
You are polite yet have a temper. You are very popular because of your warm, gregarious nature. Your zest in life ensures you enjoy everything you do.
Pear
You tend to be fickle, and have trouble completing a task with the enthusiasm you started with, because you need to see immediate results. You enjoy mental stimulation and love a good discussion. You tend to be restless, highly stung, and easily excitable.
Online Love Story

Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Grow old with you - Chapter 10
After packing Jordon showered and pulled on a baggy blue T-shirt as nightwear. When she finally shut off the light, the house felt very empty and the night sounds outdoor disturbed her.
When Jordon opened her eyes, she heard a cock crowing in the barnyard and saw dawn’s first rays filtering through the lace curtain of her bedroom window.
Then she saw her three large black duffle bags and with a sudden clench in her heart, remember her plans to leave today. But…something wasn’t right. she didn’t have three bags. She had only one. She opened her eyes wider and tried to sit up, suddenly aware of a heavy, solid weight next to her. She twisted sideways to see a hand. A man’s hand, she twisted further and found Nicky, heavily asleep beside her on top of the sheet, his head buried in the pillow as he softly snored.
She gently turned to get a better look at him. She leaned her head on her arm and looked down at him. As if sensing her gaze, his eyes flickered open and he slowly smiled. A smile that went straight to her heart.
He pulled her head down to his, and she met his mouth in a deep, thirsty kiss, a kiss that seemed to go on endlessly. I miss you. I can’t tell you how much, his voice was husky with emotion and longing. I miss you too, she whispered. I thought you weren’t coming back and you don’t even call. I could never leave you. Don’t you know that by now ? he asked. I do know--- she managed, suddenly he pulled her close and give her another passionate kiss.
Then they heard Shane hoisily cleared his throat as she and Nicky slowly move apart, she felt a warm bush up her cheek. They smiled and then enter the room. I give everyone a hug. Oh, I miss you guys. Kian said, yeah we miss you too especially Nicky, he really look down. I turn my gazed at him, smiling. Everyone laugh. I think we should take a nap after a long flight, Mark said. Then they left the room, leaving Jordon and Nicky alone. Nicky ? she began in a clear voice. Nicky – I love you, she burst out finally. He lifted his head and stared down at her. He started to speak but she covered his mouth with his fingertips. No, wait…let me finish. You don’t have to say anything. Really. I just want you to know how I feel and that I was an idiot not to tell you before.. when you told me about the band, I was so afraid, you left that I’d never get to tell you.
Oh,Jordon…he leaned down and kissed her. I love you too, sweetheart. So much… I feel like my heart’s going to burst right out of my chest. Sometime, if I let myself think too much about it. He gazed down at her. I was afraid you’d never understand why I had to take off and do thing my own way. I thought if you had any feelings for me at all, you’d probably wind up hating me.
Hate you ? How could I ? For thinking I caused you to lose you inheritance, he replied. I don’t give a damn about my inheritance, she assured him. She reached up and stroked his face with her hand. I only care about you. I don’t care about going back to California. I’ll go anywhere you want to Nicky. I just want to be where you are. He laughed and kisses the tip of her nose. And the main thing is I don’t think Roger can cause any real trouble now for you because of me, Jordon. I want you to fight him. I think you’ll win. I don’t want you to lose this place without even fighting for it and maybe someday end up regretting it. She quietly regarded him, so you think we should fight Roger ? Absolutely, he vowed. That means we’ll have to stay married, she reminded him. How about staying right here and running this ranch together, but you still can going on tour with the guys ? Do you really want to do that, Sugar ? he asked in a serious tone. I haven’t forgotten what you told me about growing up here. If you still feel the way, I’d never want you to stay here just for me you know. She gazed into his eyes, feeling the total connection that had marked their relationship as being so very special from the first. She could see he was sincere and she knew he would never allow her to live in a place that made her unhappy.
I feel differently about it now. I really do. Because of having you here, I guess, she confessed. You really mean that, don’t you ? My whole life is changed because of you, Nicky. You are my whole life, she confessed. He smiled tenderly at her, his blue eyes growing bright. As if he might cry, she realized. Nicky ? suddenly she felt as if she might start crying herself. And you are mine, sugar, he whispered in a thick voice as he lowered his face toward hers for a kiss.
Epilogue
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She and Nicky had thought the same, even though the baby wasn’t due for another month. Nicky had bet her that the child would arrive on her birthday, which as it happened was the very day after their second wedding anniversary. But here it was, the night of her birthday and no baby yet. Just as well, Jordon thought as the door burst opened and she caught sight of her birthday cake. A two layer chocolate cake with white icing. Jordon knew the cake would taste spectacular as it looked. She wouldn’t want to miss a delicious bite, not even for a ride to the hospital. After a rousing round of “Happy Birthday”, Jordon blew out her candles and make a wish.
Kate hugged her first and kissed her cheek and then Kian, Bryan, Mark and Shane offered their blessings and loving embrace. Nicky’s gaze glowed with adoration as he bent to give her a resounding kiss. What did you wish for, sugar ? he asked. I can’t tell you… it wont come true, she replied and her serious tone made everyone laugh. Well, I’ll tell you what I’m wishing, Bryan piped up. I’m wishing someone would cut the cake. My mouth is watering.
Laughing Jordon cut the first piece and give it to Bryan and then served the rest of the slices. Surrounded by her family and dear friends, Jordon felt at peach. She ate tow slices of cake and then opened her gifts.
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When it seemed that she could barely keep her eyes open, Nicky helped her up to bed. As she lay in the darkness, waiting for her husband to join her, Jordon thought back to the day two years ago, when she’d first met Nicky and married him.
She’d truly believed for a while that he had left her and she would never see him again. The morning she found him in her bed, had marked the happiest day of her life.
Once she and Nicky took full possession of the ranch, they worked side by side to improve the place and with the help form the guys too. Everyone was looking forward to this baby, Jordon reflected. She thought that if it was a boy she might name him Jonthan. She heard Nicky enter the room and sat up. She turned on the light as he sat on the edge of the bed next to her. He reached out and slipped his hand behind her hair to stroke her nape.
Still awake ? I though you were beat. I am. I think I ate too much to sleep, though, Jordon confessed as she rubbed her belly. She been feeling uncomfortable cramps in her abdomen. But she didn’t want to spoil the party by complaining.
Can you help me up ? I think it would help if I walked around a little. Nicky’s eyebrows popped up and his concerned gaze swept over her. You’re sure it’s just indigestion, sugar ? Maybe it’s the baby. She gratefully leaned on his strong arm as she maneuvered herself out of the bed. No, not yet, she assured him. I really don’t thing it’s the…….
A powerful, sharp pain knifed through her lower body and she nearly doubled over. Thankfully, Nicky had his arm around her waist and he hugged her close to support her.
Honey ? she said in a small voice. Yes ? he answered nervously. I can’t stand corrected….
You mean…His voice trailed off as he bent his bend to stare straight into her eyes. She nodded, you might still win that bet we had going……
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Jonthan Bernard Byrne was born three hours later, weighting in at seven pounds and two ounce. As Jordon cuddled the newborn with Nicky’s arms around her shoulders she felt her eyes wet with tears of joy. Just what I wished for on my birthday, she confided to Nicky. A healthy baby, perfect in every way. Just like his mother, Nicky said softly as he kissed her temple and then nuzzled the baby’s dark, downy head. He’s got your hair, she corrected. He’s got your eyes, he countered. And I’ve got everything I’ve ever wished for and more, he added. He raised Jordon’s free hand to his lips and pressed a kiss to her palm. So do I, she whispered, meeting her loving gaze. So do I .
THE END
Grow old with you - Chapter 9
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They were up early in the morning. They had to leave for airport at 10am to make their 12 o’clock flight. Kian, Mark, Shane, Bryan, Nicky and Jordon were all eating their breakfast before their car arrived. They did one last check of the rooms to make sure nothing had been left out. Well… guess it goodbye, Jordon said giving a sympathetic look. I gave everyone a hug, then Nicky holding my hand. I’m gonna miss you…Jordon. Me, too…Nix. I looked into his eyes and then fell into an ocean. Nicky’s lips found mine and we kissed a sweet warm kiss. I was battling against the tears trying to hold them in, but I failed though. Hey, don’t cry as Nicky gently wiped a tear from my cheek with his soft hand.
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5 months later.
After long day at the barn, Jordon laying on the couch and flicked on MTV and there I saw a very familiar face, and turned up the sound. There was Nicky with other guys singing. I sat there listening closely on the song, they really have such a beautiful voice. The song just hit me right in my heart..
Baby, open your heart
Won’t you give me a second chance
And I’ll be here forever
Open your heart
Let me show you how much I care
And I will make you understand
If you open your heart
To love me once again
They look extremely gorgeous especially Nicky – her husband, she thought. She really miss them a lot. If she tell Nicky how she feel, he may not be leaving.
Grow old with you - Chapter 8
The next morning Jordon woke up unusually late. She felt disoriented at first, but a banging headache soon reminded her of everything. Shane has been aware that something was wrong, but realized that she didn’t want to talk about it. He had given her a quick hug and then disappeared to his won room. Her mind kept drifting to Nicky and eventually she went into her room and duried up on the bed. The tears had come in droves and no matter how hard she tired, she couldn’t stop them. Finally, in the early hours of the morning feeling emotionally and physically drained, she had fallen into a deep sleep. She sat up as the pounding in her head became more severe. She glanced at herself in the bathroom mirror. Her eyes were red and swollen and her face was tear streaked.
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Nicky had pured his heart out to Shane and Kian when he’d returned to their room the night before. Byran and Mark had already been asleep. What am I going to do ? he signed. I could tell she was upset about something last night, Shane said. It must been surprised for her to learn about the band. That’s an understatement, snorted Kian. He got dirty looks from the rest of the lads and looked guiltily at Nicky. Sorry, mate. No, you’re right Ki, Nicky smiled weakly. I made a complete mess of everything. I’m an idiot ! he said. I can’t believe Louis be here tomorrow, Mark said gasping for breath. Me , either, our time off has just flown by, agreed Bryan. It’ll be good to get back to work though, said Kian. Hey Ki, why don’t you bang out a tune on your guitar for us, make sure Nicky don’t sound any worse that he did before, joked Shane. Charming!!!! Laughed Nicky. That’s not a bad idea though, singing always cheered him up. Kian pulled out his guitar and started strumming. Within minutes they were all singing along and raising the roof.
Grow old with you - Chapter 7
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She walk direct her attention elsewhere as she approached they room but a noise caught her ear. She looked and saw that the door was slightly ajar. Hesitation briefly, she finally walked up to the door and pushed it open a bit more. Looking inside she could see all five of them spread around the room. Kian was playing a guitar and from the sound of it, they were having a sing-a-long. She was about to leave when a sweet voice carried out the hallway and drew her back to the door.
What would it take, for you to see
To make you understand that I’ll always believe
You and I , can make it through
And I still know, I can’t get over you
And when our love seem to fade away
Listen to me what I say
As the rest of the guys joined in on the chorus, she realized how talented they were.
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Then she saw a car approaching…it’s Roger. He took his time getting out of his car and strolling up the walk to the front steps, a newspaper in one hand. He came up on the porch, but did not attempt to enter the house. Where’s your load and master? Taking a little time off from defending you ladyship’s honor? What is it, Roger? She looked him squarely in the eyes. I don’t hae all day for your nonsense. Oh, I think you’ll have time for this nonsense, honey, Just got some news about your better half. Seem the guy you married is a boyband from Ireland. They called themselves “Westlife”. I do want to give this to you straight…… Jordon felt the blood drain from her face as she watched Roger calmly slip on a pair of reading glasses, then open the paper and held out to her. Well, there’s more , but you might as well read it all for yourself. I will read it, she managed. Her head pounded with anger and frustration and he got back into his car. Jordon sagged against the front door and briefly buried her face in her hands. She made it to the study on shaky legs and closed the door, then dropped down on the leather couch to read the paper that Roger handle to her.
The head line “GO WESTLIFE”. And it read :-
In 1996, Westlife made up of Shane Filan, Kian Egan and Mark Feehily. Back in their native hometown of Sligo in Ireland, the three boys were in a production of the musical “Grease”. They also appeared on local TV news show and were seen by boy manager Louis Walsh. So impressed was Walsh that he tried to get in touch with Westlife, except that he didn’t know how. Fortunately, Filan’s mother was also trying to contact Walsh to ask him to manager the boys. Walse offered to try the boys when they performed in Dublin. The performance was a success. So Walsh set up auditions for the two additional members Nicky Byrne just retured from an apprenticeship with Leeds United and decided to take part in the audition. His friend Bryan McFadden, who was already a singer in the city, also take part. They were the first two to the audition, but it was clear to the three boys there two were the ones they were looking for. Since joining RCA, Westlife have made tremendous progress. They were voted by Smash Hits magazine as Best New Tour Act in 1998. They debut single Swear It Again reached No 1. They second sing If I Let You Go reached No 1 too. Their thirth single Flying Without Wings was also released to much acclaim.
She also saw a big photo of Nicky, Shane, Kian, Bryan and Mark. Jordon couldn’t believe that the guy is staying with her actually a famous boyband. She looked over the news once more, she paced across the room, flagging her hands through her hair as she comptemlated confronting Nicky with the news. A sharp knock on the door sounded, followed by Nicky’s voice. Jordon, can I come in? Her nerves felt shattered. She wasn’t sure if she was ready to face him. Door’s open, she finally replied. He opened the door swiftly and entered the room. Mark said Roger stopped by before, he began in gruff, self-conscious tone. Then, his voice growing softer her asked, Are you all right? He took a step toward her, his gaze searching out hers, unspoken words of concern and even affection in his eyes. Actually, I’m not all right, she turned her back to him and picked the paper up off her desk. Roger gave me those, he say’s that you were Westlife – the famous boyband from Ireland. The shocked look on Nicky’s face told her all she needed to know. But she asked him the question, anyway, is it true?? He took a deep breath and nodded, Yes, it is. He swallowed hard and reached for the papers. He looked at them briefly. I’m sorry Jordon, I should have told you about this before. I thought to help you. I didn’t realize someone like Roger would try to dig up dirt on me. I wasn’t trying to trick you. Honestly, he added. He looked so sincerely sorry. I believe you, she said. Then she looked down at her hands and nervously toyed with her wedding band. But now I need to know the whole story, she said looking back at Nicky. Jordon, I need to tell you something about myself, he started. There was more? Jordon felt her stomach clench. I’m listening, she said simple, trying hard to keep her voice even, to keep out the note of alarm. It’s had to tell you this, I’m afraid…. His voice trailed off. I guess I’m plain afraid you’ll hate me.
Grow old with you - Chapter 6
Jordon saw Nicky’s arm fold back, then release like a powerful spring, his fist meeting Roger face with a long thud and flopping to one side. Roger shout, I’ll have you arrested for assault and battery!. Oh, you will, huh? Nicky tone was low and he took slow, few steps toward him. Nicky grabbed his collar and lifted the man up on his feet with one hand. Nicky released him and he dropped like a sack of potatoes. Moments later they heard the sound of Roger’s bug car starting up with a roar as he flew out the driveway. Finally Jordon turned to Nicky, her arms crossed over her chest. Well, is that any way to treat my relations? She teased. He saw her smile, and his expression lightened. I believe in a clean fight. By the way, do they all have such hard heads in your family? He asked rubbing his knuckles. I think I broke a finger. She gently took his hand in her own. His knuckle was swollen, tracing it with her forefinger. You ought to put ice on that, she said seriously. Keep stroking my hand like that and I’ll need to put an ice pack on something, he murmured. She tried to laugh, but couldn’t her breath caught in her throat as she watched his head move closer and felt his free hand rest at her waist, drawing her closer. He was going to kiss her again. Now, Finally. And she was going to let him. Gladly. His lips met hers, warm and persuasive at first. With a deep sigh of surrender, Jordon wrapped her arms around his broad shoulders. Jordon heard the kitchen door at the end of the hall swing open. “Did that guy leave yet? Kate called out to them. Jordon swiftly broke away from Nicky, but she know Kate must have seen something. Oh-excuse me, Kate said as she back tracked into the kitchen. Didn’t mean to interrupt if you were still….talking. I….. his mouth open a moment, his gaze fixed on her. I need to get out now, he said shortly. As if this little interlude has been all her idea! She silently huffed. Me, too, Jordon agreed and turned on her heel and pounded up the stairs.
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After a long day, Kate help to preparing the meal. Thankful for the help, Jordon had invited Kate to stay for supper. After the horse riding outside all day, the guys were a bundle of energy at the table. After dinner was over, Kate left and the guys when back to their room but Nicky still sitting there. Without looking at him Jordon stood up , to do some cleaning. Anything I can do to help you? He offered. No, thank, I can handle it. Where the others? I guess they were ready to bed, he replied. I think I won you an apology for the way I acted this morning. An apology? She glanced at him them nodded. Thank you for being so….. honest, Nicky, said tightly. He come forward her again. I try to be honest with you Jordon. You don’t know me very well, but I’m ready not like that normally.
Goading you on? She burst out. When did I ever goad you on? You were the one who grabbed me, remember? Nicky stared at her, puzzled by her ranting. I wasn’t talking about you, he replied. I never meant that you had goaded me on, you kept holding me back. I meant your cousin, Roger. I want to apologize for the way I hauled off and socked him this morning. Oh, said in a small voice, she tried to avoid his curious stare. I just thought…..she cleared her throat. Never mind. Doesn’t matter now. Oh, I get it….Nicky replied, his voice laced. You thought I was talking about us ? There is no us, Nicky, and I’ll thank you to remember that, she snapped at him. Jordon walked up the stair and Nicky just stand there watching.
Grow old with you - Chapter 5
Grow old with you - Chapter 4
Finally, Kate called out, Nicky? Where are you ? He appeared seconds later, coming through the closed door that led to the foyer. He walked up to his friends and took his place, facing her with only inches to spare between them. It appeared that the groom wear a white tux, with a dark tie. He has dampened his hair and combed it neatly back. He’d looked handsome with his outfit. Jordon though. He peered down at her, his lips curving in small, knowing smile, as if he’d read her thoughts. Then the judge instructed them to join hands, yet the feeling aroused by Nicky’s warm hands enclosing both her cold ones was everything but bland. Jordon Randall, do you take this man, Nicholas Bernard James Adam Bryan as your lawfully wedded husband? I do, she replied.
Then Nicky was asked the same. When she looked at him in surprise, he spared a small smile and gently squeezed her hand as he slipped on her own ring. Seconds later the judge give his official permission for a kiss. Jordon barely had time to take a deep, steadying breath as Nicky’s dark head dipped his lips drawing closer to her own. Then Nicky’s mouth met her own, she felt his hands grips her waist passively and felt herself sway toward his heat and strength. Their lips met, softly at first, Nicky seeming to savor the very first moments of contact. Then slowly, he deepened the encounter, his mouth moving over hers, coaxing her to respond. Jordon fought against the feeling at first, but finally she couldn’t help melting against his body, surrendering her mouth to his. The world faded away and she felt lost. The judge hoisily cleared his throat, breaking into Jordon’s cloud. As she and Nicky slowly moved apart, she felt a warm bush creep up her cheek. Jordon asked, Would you mind staying for some pictures? The judge gladly assented and Kian took some photographs. Then the wedding cake was served with coffee and punch. She made sure Kian took a whole roll of pictures. The judge departed, promising to return with the marriage certificate in a few days. Up in her room Jordon changed out of her wedding cloths with jeans and t-shirt then read the spare bedrooms for the guys. A few minutes later she side door opened, Nicky and the guy entered. She prepare dinner for them. It was only roast chicken with green beans on the side, but all of them seemed to appreciated the simple meal. Can I help you clean up ? He stood and seemed about to take a step toward her. No thank, I think I can handle it. Jordon feel suddenly alarmed at the prospect of sharing the small space around the sink with him. There;s a TV down the hall in the study. She told the guys, and they thank me for the wonderful meal and go in the study to watch TV except Nicky. He was standing very close to her, learning back on the counter watching her. She felt her mouth grow dry and cottony. She didn’t dare turn around to look at him. Your room is all ready. Second door on the right from the top of the stairs. Her voice was polite. If you want anything else, just let me know. You sound nervous, Jordon. Do I make you ndrvous? I don’t mean to. I’m not.. she dismissed his comment with a forced laugh. What are you worried about? He asked quietly. Seeing how it is our wedding night and all. Of course not, she said flatly. Funny how I didn’t hear too may complaints at the time, if I didn’t know better now. I would have sworn you enjoyed it. She forced a lighthearted laugh. I’m a professional actress, remember? She reminded him. If you say so, we a slight shrug he turned and began to leave the room. When she finally went upstairs, Nicky door was firmly closed. She shut her own door, flicked on a small lamp on top of the dresser and get ready for bed.
Grow old with you - Chapter 3
Grow old with you - Chapter 2
When she opened hers eyes, Nicky stood watching her, so do the other guys..by his side. The corner of their mouth turned up and almost smiled. Bad news from the groom? Very bad, Jordon replied. When she met Nicky’s gaze, he looked as if he wanted to ask more, offer his help. So who are these five guys you brought back with you ? Kate question startled Jordon. Kate just stared at them. There car broke down. I stopped to help out. My name is Nicky, these are my friends Shane, Kian, Mark and Bryan. Everyone nodded.. Hello. Mike was not coming. Well, maybe that’s the way her father had wanted it anyway. Her father always wanted a son to carry on the family name and run the ranch. Tears burned her eyes and she wiped them away with her hand. Her heartbreak at losing the ranch. Jordon?? Are you okay?? Jordon felt Kate’s hand on her shoulder. Why don’t you ask these guys. Maybe one of them will marry you!. The one with blue eyes, her gaze on Nicky. Kate please-------“ Jordon shook her head and rubbed her forehead with hand. Well, you don’t know unless you ask him, Kate insisted. He look handsome and sexy to me. Kate!! Jordon interrupted her. All right. Whatever. Kate stepped back raising her hands in a sign of surrender. Sorry for butting in. Then she turn away and looking at Shane who was sitting on the couch with the rest of them. As Kate and the guys retreated Jordon dared to cast a slow glance in Nicky’s direction. She watched as he sat back at the chair. She didn’t know what it was about him – made her lose her train of thought.. Completely…. Nicky stared straight back at her and she felt her cheeks grow warm.
Grow old with you - Chapter 1

She was in a doorway, a wedding bouquet in her hands, anxiously watching the distant for an approaching car. Mike would never get here in time now. Jordon felt her stomach clench at the hard truth. Why did he have to time it down to the very last minute ? She signed and stepped back from the front door, setting the small bouquet of white roses on the hallway table.
“Your fiancĂ© here yet ?” Kate’s my best mate calm voice enchoed down the hallway. “The judge is getting antsy. “Yes, I know. I won’t wait much longer. “Jordon smoother down the sleeveless white chiffon dress, her jewelry was a broach from her mum – the wedding outfit. But nothing would gained without a froom, Jordon despaired. And the time was running out. I’d better go out and look for my betrothed.” “In that weather?” Kate ask “You’ll make your clothes a mess. Jordon glanced at Kate, who stood scowling with arms across her chest.
“If Mike calls, tells him I’ve gone out looking for him and I’ll be back in a hour, “she instructed. She grabbed the keys to the pickup off the foyer table, then checked her watch. The road was not traveled well even on the fairest days. This morning, she reasoned anyone with scence in their head had pulled over to wait out the worst of the storm.
Then suddenly she spotted the dark form of a vehicle up ahead parked on the side of the road. Then she drew closer, a flash of lightning illusuinated the scene. Not Mike’s car as she hoped. She approached the car and carefully applied the brakes. Her own car skid to the side but finally stopped safely on the road. She cut the engine and pressed on her emergency lights. When she looked back at the black car, she caught sight of five gorgeous guys through the window. She forget about her missing groom and spoiled plans and was suddenly happy she’d stopped. She pushed her door open and the rain hit her face. The door of the black cars swung open and Jordon found herself staring at the driver. His serious impassive expression and compelling blue eyes mad her breath catch and froze her in her tracks.
“Thank for stopping”, he said smiling. His voice was deep, disturbingly masculine. Even the four guys smiling at her and said “Hi”. ‘No problem, she replied evenly. ‘Why don’t you guys leave your car here and I’ll give all of you a lift back to my place ? It’s only a few miles west.” I’ll wait in the cars for you guys, Jordon said curtly. She turned and off to her car, putting some much distance between herself and her new found passengers. The guys soon appeared at the passenger side of the car and everyone climb in. My name is Jordon, by the way, out of the corner of her eye, she caught him glance her way over the guys. Then he looked back out at the road. Nicky, ‘he replied and this Shane, Kian, Bryan and Mark…my friends. Hello, they replied and she smile at them. He turned, his gaze moving slowly down with an slightly amused light dancing in his blue eyes. She knew she looked a sight, from the circle of flowers in her long whipped hair. His appraisal of her appearance unnerved her. Annoyed . It’s not a party exactly, Jordon replied. I’m supposed to be getting married today. The words just burst out. Maybe just to shock, that amused look off his handsome face, she realized. And she’s succeeded, she noticed. “Married? Today? His gaze. Uh-huh, she nodded. “Congratulation, Nicky said quietly. These last words were spoken lightly. So far, the groom is the no-show. I came out looking for him and found you guys. She felt everyone looking at her and she turned to meet their gaze. “Probably stuck in the rain, “Kian offered. “Probably,” she agreed.
Real Life
love
Loyalty
Respect
These all part of real life.
All part of everyday life.
Part of the life we live.
Part of life that shall never change.
Real life is no game.
Real life is dangerous.
Real life brings pain.
Real life brings fear.
Real life isn’t easy.
Real life is the world and the world is real life.
Real life is full of sorrow and hate.
For real life brings joy and happiness. .
Also brings betrayal and death.
Real life is precious and wont last for ever.
So Enjoy real life as long as you can .
Before its gone and never comes back.
life is a gift cherish it before it is gone.
Lunch at Prego


Since we are late, after register our names , we actually look for a table but but there only one table available... so we sitting opposite Non. I wave at him to said "HI".. he ask me whether I come all the way from S'ban.. I told him "yes"..he then introduce his gf to me.. "Daphne meet Daphne"...haha!!!!! we actually have a same name.. we just said "HI".....
Well..we have our lunch...is a Italian food ( just a small portion - only to fill the stomach) *lol* For a starter is Zuppa Di Funghi, Cream of Field Mushroom ...(what a name) is just like a garlic bread with mushroom soup. 2nd dish..we have steamed sea bass, baby potato, fennel salad and salsa verde....???? I can't hardly eat it but I force myself to finish it.. (is a small slide of fish with some mint sauce) and the last one is Hazelnut Ice Cream Bar...nice huh...yummy, yummy..... I couldnt finish it up either just the ice-cream...SORRY!!!!!! so many complain, people give free... just eat only loh...haha!!!!! (menu as above)
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Manhattan Cinderella-Chapter 8
She missed him. Easily remedied if she answered any of the calls he’d made, but enough was enough. It was glaringly obvious she’d ignored her own advice, but the decision to stop dancing with him was the right one. Eventually Nate would stop calling. She wouldn’t blame him. Not when she’d embarrassed him so badly in front of his family that he felt the need to remove her from their company so fast. He could see she didn’t belong there. Dinner at the Van Rothstein’s had snapped her out of the fantasy. When she’d foolishly started to think maybe—
There was a knock at the door and a large man in a suit standing outside. She stepped around the counter.
“Erin Giordano?”
“Yes.”
He held up a package and a clipboard. “I have a delivery for you.”
Reaching up to turn the locks, Erin frowned. Who made a delivery so late at night? The paperwork was from a security firm. “What is this?”
“I can’t hand over the package without a signature.”
“Yes, but what is it?”
The man remained impassive. “You signing for it?”
Five minutes later the door was locked and she was staring at the parcel on the counter as if it might sprout legs. There was only one way to find out.
Wide eyes were staring at the gift dangling from her fingers when her phone rang.
The voice in her ear said, “It’s yours.”
Swinging round, she found Nate standing on the sidewalk outside.
“I can’t accept this,” she whispered.
“Well, that leaves us with a bit of a conundrum. Because I have to give it to you. It’s a family tradition.”
Erin found her voice. “It’s a million-dollar diamond.”
“Did I ever tell you the story that goes with it?”
She shook her head.
“You know it hadn’t been seen in public for years.” When she nodded he took a step closer. “There’s a reason for that. It skipped a generation because my grandmother never approved of my father marrying my mother. He married an even older family name than ours. It was never what you’d call a love match. Not in my grandmother’s eyes, anyway. She was right. Probably why there’s only one of me.”
Erin thought about her two brothers and three sisters and immediately felt how lonely it must have been for him growing up in a huge mansion. It made her ache.
“So the diamond came to me when my grandmother died. I ignored the tradition that goes with it when I allowed it to come out in public that night.”
“I don’t understand.”
Taking a step back, Nate examined the storefront. “Is this the only exit?”
“There’s a fire escape off the kitchen, why?”
“Just checking which direction you might go.” He looked into her eyes as he stepped under the light above the door. “This is the end of the line, Erin. No more running. I mean it.”
She felt emotion clogging her throat. “I can’t keep doing this with you.”
“I’m assuming there’s more to this than the fact that I didn’t kiss you good-night.”
“You knew this was coming.”
“Want to tell me why?”
No. But she knew she had to. “We both know this will never work.”
“Do we?”
Erin swallowed hard and held up her hand, the diamond swinging on the end of its fine chain. “Diamonds and cupcakes, Nate. They don’t exactly go together.”
“Says who?” When she glared at him with wide eyes pleading for understanding, he pushed his free hand into the pocket of his jeans and took another deep breath. “I take it I’m supposed to be the diamond in that analogy?”
Dumb question. But before Erin could point out he wasn’t the kind of man anyone would ever refer to as a cupcake, a flash of realization crossed his eyes. Then a hint of a smile tugged on the corners of his mouth. “This better not be what I think it is.”
Sighing, Erin dropped her arm. “What do you think it is?”
“Some archaic notion about class…”
“It’s got nothing to do with class. Or money. Okay—yes—it does have something to do with money. But not the way you’ve just put it…”
“When you Googled me, how far did you get?”
“I got bored after the fifth page of beautiful women.”
“Did you read anything that wasn’t on the equivalent of a gossip column?”
“Like what?” She looked at him from the corner of her eye.
“Anything about the Van Rothsteins.”
“Stupidly rich, own large chunks of Manhattan, that kind of thing?”
The hint of a smile made it up to his eyes. “Immigrant family, enough mixed blood through the generations to attach us to at least a dozen countries in the world. I think my father felt he was improving the pedigree when he married my mother. We’re mutts. We just happen to be mutts with money.”
That’s how he saw himself? With his fancy education and Ivy League colleges and a family mansion overlooking Central Park and—?
“The way my family treated you last night should have shown you how much better you are than them.”
Erin’s brows wavered.
“I drove straight back to the house and argued with my mother for two hours. It won’t happen again, trust me.”
The determination in his voice made her stare at him in wonder. Dressed in comfortable jeans and a simple gray T-shirt over a long-sleeved white vest, with his short hair slightly mussed and his intense dark-chocolate gaze warming her from the inside out, he was the most devastatingly gorgeous male she’d ever seen. But standing there so quietly confident he suddenly didn’t seem so out of reach to her anymore. She wondered why…
“Know what I think?”
Erin slowly shook her head. She doubted she ever had.
“I think you’re scared. That’s why you’ve been putting obstacles in the way.”
When she sucked in a much-needed breath of air, her lower lip trembled.
Nate’s deep voice lowered. “What happened the night we met—it’s rare. To find something that special and lose it? That’s scary.”
Hot tears began to form against her lower lashes, and when she blinked she jostled the first one free.
“I guess we all go back to basics when it comes down to it.” He watched the tear streaking down her cheek, frowning for a moment before his gaze lifted to tangle with hers again. “Fight or flight. You ran. You’ve been running ever since. And giving yourself a long list of reasons why this could never work.”
“While you fought for it.” Her vision blurred as the realization hit her.
“I couldn’t let you go. Even when I didn’t know why.”
“You know now?”
“I knew the day we made the cake deliveries. You’re there for the happiest days of people’s lives. Birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, baby showers. You smiled all day. You know when you smile you light up a room? I always thought that was a clichĂ©…”
“I love that doing what I do let’s me share in those moments. It was Carlotta’s gift to me. She told me happiness can be hard to find, that we should make the most of it where we find it. But when I lost her, I learned how much it hurt to lose someone you love. I used to be braver, I swear I did. But you—”
“Let me in.”
Erin stepped forward and turned the locks. Then they both turned off their phones as he crossed the threshold.
He smiled at her. “About that diamond of yours…”
When she held up her hand, the diamond turned, catching the light as Nate closed the door behind him without breaking eye contact. “Did I mention it’s only worn by Van Rothstein brides?”
Framing her face in his large hands, he used the pads of his thumbs to wipe the last traces of tears from her cheeks. “So the tradition continues…”
What Erin could see in his eyes blurred her vision again. It hadn’t been wrong to kiss him that first night—it felt so right—she’d just run in the wrong direction. Setting her palm firmly over his heart, she smiled back at him. “I never believed in love at first sight. But I think my heart knew who you were.”
“I love you, you know.”
“I know now. I love you, too.” Erin lifted her chin as he lowered his mouth to hers. And they didn’t need words after that.
One day in the future, Erin hoped she could tell their children the story of how they’d met. How the famous Harlequin Diamond had handed a legacy of love through the generations to them and how it had taught her to believe in the possibility of happily ever after in the real world. And she knew she would always start their story the same way.
It was the dance that did it.
THE END



















