Like That Loh!
Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 1:19 AM
This particular post consists of picnicking, downpours, kite flying and "Happy MooDay (#2)".
::14th August 2010::
This event was organized by me and my subcommittee members was XueNi and Puikwan. It has been really long since I last organized an outing for my clique :P Activity, location, time, everything was set and planned accordingly. It would be a picnic/kite flying outing with a bonus celebration item to top it up :D As for the picnic, it was more of a pot luck where everyone have to contribute something in one way or another :P XueNi, Puikwan and I decided to combine efforts and produce three food items together. More efficient, no?
& it was confirmed and eight of us will be there; late or not.
Date: 14th Aug 2010
Time: 11.30am
Meet up point: Marina Bay MRT station
Location: Marina Barrage
Theme: Yellow / Blue
And so, it was carried out!
I met up with Puikwan early at Anchor Point; Cold Storage to obtain the remaining items/ingredients that was not bought yet. Once done, we made our way over to XueNi's house. Yep, we're going to use her house kitchen for the preparation of food :D
And our food items for the picnic were:- onigiri, ham & egg mayo sandwiches, tako-looking sausages and chicken cheese springrolls. So let's get cooking~
First food item to be prepared was the onigiri (=riceballs). Rice was already prepared by XueNi before we came up to her house. Using the onigiri molds that we've bought from Daiso, rice was placed first, followed by the stuffing - ham/tuna/egg mayo and then rice again :P Pressing the mold together and poof! an onigiri was created :D Lastly, covering them with seaweed...
Two boxes worth! :D
Second food item was sandwiches. Really simple; using the leftover stuffing of the riceballs and applying to the bread pieces. Third item:- tako-looking sausages. Sausages were cut cross-section-ally and thrown into the frying pan.
Fourth item was the chicken cheese springrolls. This was the most challenging product of all! It was our first time making and frying springrolls! Started with laying out the springroll skin, putting a piece of chicken meat, half a slice of cheese; wrapped it up and dropped into the boiling hot oil. It was an immediate failure :X Half a slice of cheese was too much! So it melted out of the springroll skin and destroying the entire pan of oil. Burnt...
So in comes the second tryout, reducing the cheese slice and yeah, it turned out alright. But due to the fact that there were already pieces of burnt cheese remains in the pan of oil, they kinda got stuck to all the springrolls we threw in D: So Puikwan was in charge of the "Quality Check" of the springrolls. She would scrapped off all the burnt cheese of the springroll exterior and the springrolls looked alright and less disgusting looking :X Good thing that those of the people who were going to eat them don't know how they looked like before the QC operation. Anyway, XueNi's grandma came in to help us with the frying; which we were so horrible at it :X
XueNi's grandma helping out :D
with Puikwan posing with a plate of sausages xD
Oh ya! ShunAn came down to XueNi's house as well so that we could make our way to Marina Barrage together; but since we were not done with our cooking, he would just have to wait for us or chip in a little help. Using the really left over ingredients, we made ourselves sandwiches for a little breakfast :P
Our breakfast :P
Our completion product with QC and all :)
like FINALLY!!!
And also, to take pictures - both people and food :P
US
Spammage of US!
ShunAn, Puikwan and me were on Team Yellow :D
XueNi decided to be of neutral party and wore black/white instead!
Such uncanny likeness - dressing :D
Okay okay, we were actually running late by then (@.@) We quickly packed and tidied up everything before proceeding to leave the house. Ended up, we took a cab to Marina Barrage instead of the usual public transport. We actually saw Shuhua, Joshua and Moo when our cab past by the Marina Bay bus stop. Sooo~ As a matter of fact, we were earlier than them :P
Once we have reached the Marina Barrage, we went up to the Green Roof to see whether it was crowded and also, to "chop" place if possible :X Phew~ There was a bit of a crowd but I was actually expecting more than that; probably due to the weather because there were dark clouds approaching in the distance. Please don't let it rain (O.Q) We placed our stuffs down on an unoccupied bench and waited for the latecomers to arrive.
The awesome view from the Green Roof :P
The other people.
My dirty bear :D
... with Puikwan's ring.
Team Yellow~
The early ones xP
The impending doom of ominous clouds...
An overhead view of the dark clouds overpowering the white clouds :(
Umbrellas out!
To be prepared :D
:D
Me (not pleased) receiving a call from them - the latecomers that
they have taken the wrong bus; no wonder they haven't arrived yet after so long!! And had to take a cab over to Marina Barrage in the end... (=.=)
Once we have reached the Marina Barrage, we went up to the Green Roof to see whether it was crowded and also, to "chop" place if possible :X Phew~ There was a bit of a crowd but I was actually expecting more than that; probably due to the weather because there were dark clouds approaching in the distance. Please don't let it rain (O.Q) We placed our stuffs down on an unoccupied bench and waited for the latecomers to arrive.
The awesome view from the Green Roof :P
The other people.
My dirty bear :D
... with Puikwan's ring.
Team Yellow~
The early ones xP
The impending doom of ominous clouds...
An overhead view of the dark clouds overpowering the white clouds :(
Umbrellas out!
To be prepared :D
:D
Me (not pleased) receiving a call from them - the latecomers that
they have taken the wrong bus; no wonder they haven't arrived yet after so long!! And had to take a cab over to Marina Barrage in the end... (=.=)
After seeing them at the bus stop earlier, we knew what team they belong to... Team Blue! So we kept looking out for any blue shirts wearers walking up to the Green Roof. When asked what shade of blue they were wearing, I pointed up to the dark clouds and say "LIKE THAT LOH!" - which meant they were wearing dark blue shirts. And with that, throughout the day we started using the phrase, "Like that loh" xD
& at last,
After the extremely long wait, Joshua, Moo and Shuhua have finally reached!
Here comes the Team Blue.
After the extremely long wait, Joshua, Moo and Shuhua have finally reached!
Here comes the Team Blue.
With that,
Since everyone was pretty much hungry, we ignored the impending dark clouds and started off with our picnic! xD Laid out the groundsheet that Joshua has provided, placed our bags on it to prevent it from flying away; and lastly took the food items out and displayed them out for all to see! :3
As shown.
Yeah! Picnic, picnic! :D
y3llow vs. blu3
And we wondered what colour would Audrey and Edmund be in?!
The additional food items:-
ShunAn's mashed potato ♥
Joshua's fried rice with lots of egg :D
What a spread(?) xD
Fun, fun, fun!
First one to start flying kite! (@.@)
Since everyone was pretty much hungry, we ignored the impending dark clouds and started off with our picnic! xD Laid out the groundsheet that Joshua has provided, placed our bags on it to prevent it from flying away; and lastly took the food items out and displayed them out for all to see! :3
As shown.
Yeah! Picnic, picnic! :D
y3llow vs. blu3
The additional food items:-
ShunAn's mashed potato ♥
Joshua's fried rice with lots of egg :D
What a spread(?) xD
Fun, fun, fun!
First one to start flying kite! (@.@)
The rest contributed utensils, plates, cups and non-edible stuffs like that; excluding Edmund who will be bringing the drinks! The funny thing was... he would be arriving late D: Thirst is upon us!!!
Anyway, just as we were going to start on our picnic... the clouds cried and their tears fell onto us... All of us scrambled to pack up all stuffs and protect the food items (wouldn't want additional ingredients, right?); once we have gotten everything, we ran for shelter!! As we ran, the drizzle has evolved to a full fledged downpour. From the Green Roof, down the ramp and all the way to the first level. Moo was the last one down; b'cos he had to reel back his kite!! (@.@)
Anyway, just as we were going to start on our picnic... the clouds cried and their tears fell onto us... All of us scrambled to pack up all stuffs and protect the food items (wouldn't want additional ingredients, right?); once we have gotten everything, we ran for shelter!! As we ran, the drizzle has evolved to a full fledged downpour. From the Green Roof, down the ramp and all the way to the first level. Moo was the last one down; b'cos he had to reel back his kite!! (@.@)
The rain ain't gonna spoil our moods now! We laid out the groundsheet and continued our picnic once more. As we ate, we grew thirsty and Edmund hasn't arrived yet! But once he did, we were extremely glad to see him carrying all those 1.5litre bottles of drinks :D However... he was a Team Blue member D: 3 vs. 4, ya? Audrey!! Please be of Team Yellow!!! T.T
Fun, fun, fun. (#2)
Our very first picnic :D
Fun, fun, fun. (#2)
Our very first picnic :D
We put aside some food for Audrey (more like leaving her the leftovers... oops :X). However, she only reached @3pm and... she is in YELLOW!!! :D Four vs. Four! Of equal standing :P Well, we were done with the picnic and everyone has already arrived... AND THE RAIN HAS STOPPED!!!
It's time for pictures~
A showdown between the Yellows and the Blues!
We (#1)
Finally, a group picture with XueNi!! :D
Followed by a series of jump shots :P
Tried lots of time to get this perfect jump shot with everyone up in the air!
And we left our stuffs totally unattended! (O.O)
It's time for pictures~
A showdown between the Yellows and the Blues!
We (#1)
Finally, a group picture with XueNi!! :D
Followed by a series of jump shots :P
Tried lots of time to get this perfect jump shot with everyone up in the air!
And we left our stuffs totally unattended! (O.O)
Now that the rain has stopped :) It's time for our next part of the activity - Kite Flying!! So we cleared up the place and threw the big transparent groundsheet away~
XueNi and I got wrapped up in the process! (@.@)
XueNi and I got wrapped up in the process! (@.@)
With that done, we went for a toilet break :P
Pictures in the toilet~
Pictures in the toilet~
Before we go kite flying at the Green Roof, we decided to initiate the bonus event; which was to surprise Moo when he came out from the toilet and to celebrate his birthday :) Songs and presents :D
HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY, MOO! :D
It's a MOODAY!
Presenting the cake that looks very much like a cookie, to him.
The act of unwrapping.
The birthday message booklet.
Pictures were taken with our own page of the booklet.
HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY, MOO! :D
It's a MOODAY!
Presenting the cake that looks very much like a cookie, to him.
The act of unwrapping.
The birthday message booklet.
Pictures were taken with our own page of the booklet.
Okay okay, event over and done with! Time to let the kites out and be free to soar in the skies! Up, up to the Green Roof! Due to the rain earlier, the grass on the Green Roof was really wet and somehow muddy. Thank goodness for the slippers I have worn.
There were kites already up in the skies! :D
Time to bring out our kites :D
The KITES!
Big orange squid kite and Firebird kite, which were shared among us :)
Small diamond kite belongs to Joshua (which he mention it was a stun kite) and
the small blue kite belongs to Moo.
There were kites already up in the skies! :D
Time to bring out our kites :D
The KITES!
Big orange squid kite and Firebird kite, which were shared among us :)
Small diamond kite belongs to Joshua (which he mention it was a stun kite) and
the small blue kite belongs to Moo.
So let's start flying the kites!
To start off, we decided on bring the squid up in the skies first :D
Getting ready~
It's a real big kite indeed! Much bigger than me!
Needs two persons to help support the kite D:!
One of the many attempts of trying to fly the squid.
Moo trying his best to make it stay in the skies!
And yes! It's up!
Now it "swims" with the other squids
like an alternate sea world above our heads :D
To start off, we decided on bring the squid up in the skies first :D
Getting ready~
It's a real big kite indeed! Much bigger than me!
Needs two persons to help support the kite D:!
One of the many attempts of trying to fly the squid.
Moo trying his best to make it stay in the skies!
And yes! It's up!
It wasn't very easy trying to the big squid kite up! We tried lots of times but the squid ended up committing suicide each time. So we decided to change our location and with a little help from Audrey, we managed to MAKE IT STAY IN THE SKIES!!! :D Maybe it's due to the wind condition and maybe the squid didn't like the previous location very much :X
Now it "swims" with the other squids
like an alternate sea world above our heads :D
Well, instead of joining us trying to fly the squid kite, Edmund and ShunAn decided to give the small kite a try :) However, their way of trying to make the kite fly was... speechless xD! They ran with the kite trailing behind them and hope that the kite might glide on the wind and soar in turn. But that didn't work out... So they dumped the kites and went around cursing other people's kites down xD!!
Well, I think they had their fun at it :P
Well, I think they had their fun at it :P
Anyway, Shuhua and I also tried our hands on Joshua's diamond stun kite. And guess what? We gave up almost immediately! xD It was really tough to make the kite fly. Couldn't even get it up soaring for even a minute :\
IT FAILED!!!! orz
Shuhua went back to rest beside Puikwan. I made my way over to disturb them and in turn, they showed me how to fly an umbrella... (@.@)
& all the kites were flying in the same direction, against the wind~
IT FAILED!!!! orz
Shuhua went back to rest beside Puikwan. I made my way over to disturb them and in turn, they showed me how to fly an umbrella... (@.@)
& all the kites were flying in the same direction, against the wind~
Kay, kay. Enough of the intermission.
Time to fly the Firebird kite!!
Started off by unreeling out some strings of the Firebird kite.
This kite is so big that I could use it for hang gliding!! D:
YEAH!~ (030)b
Spot our Firebird? :D
Time to fly the Firebird kite!!
Started off by unreeling out some strings of the Firebird kite.
This kite is so big that I could use it for hang gliding!! D:
YEAH!~ (030)b
Spot our Firebird? :D
Apparently the Firebird kite was really easy to fly. Much easier than the squid kite. Maybe it's due to the structure of the kite and also the current wind condition? Blehx, I don't know much about kite physics :( Anyway, both of our wonderful kites were up! Soaring in the skies, getting higher and higher with every seconds count!
Until our kites were so high that no one's kites were able to sabotage them and bring them back to earth. Even if the other kites come tangling with ours, too bad for them for they are all gonna hit the ground :P The wind resistance up there must be too strong!! :D
Together in the skies so high!
That you can't see any other kites around them :P
Coincidentally, we were able to bump into Reawen :D
For that split moment, there was a glimmer of past GV Grand memories.
Puikwan and XueNi trying out the kite flying business :P
Until our kites were so high that no one's kites were able to sabotage them and bring them back to earth. Even if the other kites come tangling with ours, too bad for them for they are all gonna hit the ground :P The wind resistance up there must be too strong!! :D
Together in the skies so high!
That you can't see any other kites around them :P
Coincidentally, we were able to bump into Reawen :D
For that split moment, there was a glimmer of past GV Grand memories.
Puikwan and XueNi trying out the kite flying business :P
Soon, Edmund, ShunAn, Puikwan and me ran out of things to do and were kinda tired of flying kites :X And since, the squid kite in-charge was Moo and the Firebird - Audrey. We decided to go up to them and the other members of the clique; and take pictures with them :D Using ShunAn's long arm as the tripod, ShunAn was the one with the camera and he went trigger happy :P
Fun, fun, fun. (#3)
Nice :D
I kinda like this picture of me...
It like I'm thinking about... like that loh :X
Fun, fun, fun. (#3)
Nice :D
I kinda like this picture of me...
It like I'm thinking about... like that loh :X
Approximately 6.30pm, we decided to call it a day :) But first, we have to reel our kites back to earth! And little that we know, it was one of the worst part of flying a kite!! We shouldn't have let the kites flown so high, if we know that the retrieving back part would take fifteen minutes to do so. The strong wind resistance up there in the atmosphere must have cause friction, making it harder to reel the kites back. It took really long that all of us were tired of pulling and reeling the kites down to the ground.
& finally the orange squid was out of the skies :)
Look at its rainbow psychotic eyes :D
Actually this was where we placed our belongings :P
Good thing we didn't throw away the groundsheet earlier!
And yes! Firebird has flown down from the skies to the earth.
& finally the orange squid was out of the skies :)
Look at its rainbow psychotic eyes :D
Actually this was where we placed our belongings :P
Good thing we didn't throw away the groundsheet earlier!
And yes! Firebird has flown down from the skies to the earth.
Now it's time to pack the kites up; which was another tedious process - especially for the orange squid and its long tentacles!
Rolling and folding up the tentacles~
Rolling and folding up the tentacles~
With everything all packed up, we left the Green Roof by walking down the ramp - after taking the final group shots to close up this event :P
WE (#2)
WE (#3)
WE (#2)
WE (#3)
As the skies grew darker, kites with lights started appearing in the skies above!! Real cool :P And we took some more pictures at the fountain area before leaving Marina Barrage and headed toward home.
Long kite with lights~
They looks like brothers, yeah? xD
The wave~♥
Long kite with lights~
They looks like brothers, yeah? xD
The wave~♥
IMO, the event was a success :D All activities - picnic, kite flying and special bonus of celebrating of Moo's birthday were all accomplished! Even though it rained, it didn't put us off! We still had much fun, fun, fun :P Hope that I have more of such outings in the future with this clique of mine and of course, I will be RETIRING FROM BEING AN ORGANISER~~ (^o^)b
[=END=]
Credits to XueNi & ShunAn for the pictures that were used.
[=END=]
was super angry and frustrated... I finally finished blogging this damn post
and to find out that the post was half gone, not saved! I had to reblog again
and it didn't seem to be as good as the previous version that I blogged.
This sucks ass... fucking lots... (QAQ)
So this is the second time I typed out this post.
Hope it doesn't screw me up again :@
and to find out that the post was half gone, not saved! I had to reblog again
and it didn't seem to be as good as the previous version that I blogged.
This sucks ass... fucking lots... (QAQ)
So this is the second time I typed out this post.
Hope it doesn't screw me up again :@
Labels: birthday, celebrate, epsilon, outing, RP friends
--xoxo,
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