A + I + M = Es

For the past few months, I was in a situation where I reach a crossroad and not knowing which direction to drive towards. Instead, I was circling the roundabout, making U-turns and getting no where. Indecisiveness and worry exist. The global financial crisis doesn't help in this uncertain period. As depicted in the image above, the light always shines through the darkness.

Fortunately, some discussions with some friends have helped to make the situation a little better. Topics like drives, dreams, goals, fervour, fear and happiness were casually brought up. These have led me to come out with the acronym AIM. Having an aim helps one to be driven, and focused. This may result in feeling accomplished and dreams fulfilled.

Aspiration - a strong desire to achieve the dreams and goals
Inspiration -the ability to stimulate one's creativity
Motivation - the ability to stimulate one's interest, enthusiasm and zeal

The eventual outcome may be in various forms like Excitement, Elation, Enlightenment and even Encouragement for one to pursue further.

I've gotten my AIM. Have you?

Portraits - Mag, Eric, Alissa & Abbey

This family shoot was long overdue. Mag and I agreed on the date and location 4 days prior to the session. I have taken plenty images of Alissa in the past but haven't had many opportunities with Abbey whom we share the same birthday.

We had a good weather and lighting was most of the time soft on Sunday morning. Alissa sure did enjoy playing in the Children's Garden section of the Royal Botanical Garden.

I truly enjoy doing this, seeing the happy smiley faces and the resulting images. The above are some of my favourites which are aplenty.......!

All shot with ambient light.

Blog Revamped

Rays of Light

Surprise at the header and banner? They look familiar?

I spent the morning revamping my blog which has been long overdue. This is to give it a more consistent look with my whoALSE website. Initially, the plan was to move and incorporate the blog into my website but decided against it since I have had so many posts with this blog. There are some minor changes too on my website but most of them are behind-the-scene coding.

Perhaps the image above signifies a new dawn of the beginning. Maybe it shows the sun always rises. Or it could just be the sign of triumph of good over evil.

This year, I may have a few new beginnings. Hopefully, they will all end on a high note. There goes wishing......!

Bonds

By that, I am not referring to the Bonds clothing line!

The past few days/weeks, I have been meeting up with some friends - schooling days, swimming days, former colleagues. It's certainly great to catch up. This echoes what I have said in the past - truest friendships are forever.

Penang - No 22 on NY Times

Temple - Kek Lok SiCannons - Fort CornwalisSunrise overlooking the PortAn Old Post Box Along Upper Penang Road that is still being usedTown Hall

Penang is one of the 44 places to visit in 2009, as listed on New York Times. Being a Penangite, I am proud of it to be listed among the Top 44, let alone being placed at no 22! I had the opportunity to capture some shots in a part of the heritage city, a place that I have taken for granted.

These are some of the photos taken. How I wish to have more time.
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CNY Photos Part 2 - Friends (Happy Valentine's Day)

I have been getting some emails referring to Valentine's Day being too commercialised. It's all about expensive gifts, flowers and meals. The true meaning of this very day, I guess, has been lost in translation in this modern.

Where are those days where homemade gifts and home-cooked meals? I'm sure they are some out there who still preferred these which actually comes from within.

I thought it's befitting for me to pay tribute to my friends today. Valentine's Day is also about friendships.

Happy Valentine's Day to all my beloved friends

Here are some pics of friends taken during my recent CNY trip back to Penang:

Friends from Primary School in Kek Lok SiSwimmers (rather Ex-swimmers) @ Lee Chek'sFriends from Secondary SchoolFellow PwC'ians