CHOICE & Wants

'It's all about choice,' my friend tells me over a drink yesterday night.

This friend of mine is a bubbly girl, with so much of energy! Her energy level yesterday was as usual - very high and just being with her, she boosted my energy level too!

She was humuourous and funny... and got me laughing to stitches. It has been such a long time I laughed so much! :)

But despite all the jokes, there was a serious tone in her - especially when she mentioned about her new revived business. And she spoke with much determination.

And she left a word of wisdom to me: CHOICE. It's all a matter of us having choices in life - to succeed or to fail; and to be who we want to be (or not).

Although I've heard that many times before, but meeting her again was a gentle reminder to myself, that I have a choice.. in fact choices - every minute, everyday!

It was no coincidence that when I went back, I read a book, and it too said, 'Think wisely who you want to be, for you will be what your heart desires'. Well, and it relates back to my conversation with this friend of mine - that we have a choice, to be who we want to be... and if we work towards it by making the 'right' choices, we will be who we want to eventually.

Another friend of mine too once told me that it's just setting up a vision - visualise it, and the power is in our hands! Our decisions will be stirred towards our wants/ vision...

It really is that powerful - for we can be whoever we dream of being!

Simply inspiring

These few weeks, Ive been meeting lots of people/ friends... and as usual, after sometime not meeting them, I normally ask them how are things currently.

Ive recently met up with a new friend of mine, who although at a young age, has achieved so much in his career. More interestingly, not many people believed in him initially as when he first started working, he didn't had much qualifications... but he was determined to equip himself, and he went on to work full time, and study part time.. from getting a Diploma then Advance Diploma to a Degree... and finally, the MBA. He worked during the day, and studied at nights. Now, who would have guessed that this guy could have gone all the way! It was only his determination, and hunger for success that made him achieve such great results! Seeing him today, I don't think anyone could guess how he was when he was younger haha...

Ive also met up with a few other friends yesterday, and they were telling me about their lives. I was inspired by them as well - for they are taking small steps in realising their dreams. Compare that with one year ago when I first knew them, they have blossomed and matured. I think one reason is they are clearer on their goals.

By meeting all of my friends, it has inspired me in a way... for it shows that we can be who we want to be - just be clear on what we want, and believe in it.

So just believe, achieve... and then inspire... and the circle continues!

Paying Forward: A matter of Choice

Today, I met a cleric of mine... she's the type of person/ cleric who everyone would love to meet - for she is like a Sunshine each time. Really the very few rare people who continuosly shines and give you that warmth glow after.

Today she was telling about a situation that she was in just over the weekend. In the Sat afternoon, she hopped onto a taxi, requested the driver to go to 'Zouk' (a disco in Singapore). She was reading in the taxi, and when she looked up again... she was at 'Zoo'... (I was laughing out loud when she told me that! haha)...

Wow! Imagine going to 2 different places (and with a running meter!). She said she had a choice - get mad, or be cool. The taxi driver panicked and sped to Zouk... she kept telling the driver, 'Don't worry, it's ok... no need to drive fast... I won't get angry, or negotiate the taxi fare'.

What touched me was her actions (or choice of being cool). Well, if she gotten angry, she would make the driver angry, and then the next customer may not have a very good ride (and it goes on... the ripple effect).

So, instead of being angry or mad, she wanted to 'pay it forward' and 'pass it on'. So she was cool, the driver was happy, and hopefully the next passenger will be happy too!

Such a simple tought of hers, but with such great impact!

Hearing her say this, it just reinforce that in life, we do have choices.... and it's up to us to choose what we want to do...
and we realise that we are who we are today for the choices we've done yesterday.

WoW.

Hi, welcome, and be inspired :)

Hello there... rather new to this, hence it maybe a lil awkward for the start haha.

Actually, at first, I don't know why I created this blog... but I guess this place should be a medium for me to express myself, my business, and 'livelier' side of me... a less formal site as compared to the main website of my business.

Although in life, there are many ups and downs (and I have my fair share of both), however, I plan to focus only on the happier side, as not to dwell into the problems, but to move ahead. So here is a place where there will be only 'goodies' haha :)

And I do hope that in my writings, I will be able to inspire myself (you know the more 'good stuff' we read/ feel, the better we become)... but more importantly too, a tool for everyone who reads this to be inspired as well.

Enuff said... so, hi, welcome, and be inspired! :)

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Article from NTU the Graduation Issue (July 2006)

Hong Kong Travel

General Overview & Observations
Hong Kong - Eye Opener
The many different faces of HK - bustling & busy city like one big Chinatown. And the battle between Mandarin vs Cantonese!


Exploring
3 Nights In Mongkok
The other side of HK.

Exploring Mongkok (& Its Surroundings)
Shopping streets! I visited the Gold Fish Market, Flower Market, Fa Yuen Street Market, Temple Street Night Market.

Hong Kong, Really?
The souvenir may be sold at HK, but please lah... it ain't old HK alrite!

Hong Kong Island (Hits & Misses)
The tram, the peak & Pearl Of The Peak Restaurant, the upmarket area & Stanley Market, Hong Kong Times Square, bars at Lan Kwai Fong, Mid Level Escalators, and the CBD area!

Hong Kong Disneyland
Sights & what to expect of the Disneyland (if you don't already know).

Tsim Sha Tsui (TST)
Places to visit on mainland HK - includes: the touristy area which covers the HK Clock Tower, Hong Kong Cultural Center, Avenue Of Stars which is HK's answers to Hollywood's Walk Of Fame, the beautiful Symphony Of Lights, Hong Kong Space Museum, the grand Peninsula Hotel & the huge Harbor City mall.


Eat
Good HK Food
Some of the very best of HK food - from road side stalls to ice cold desserts & the must try roasted duck!


Accomodation
Cram Hotel Room
Small room, even smaller beds and showering by the toilet bowl. This was one HK experience.

Hong Kong Hostel
Reviews of 3 hostels & 1 hotel - including staying in the popular run down backpackers' builidng: the Chungking Mansion & Mirador Mansion.


Nearby Exploration
HK To Macau: Ferry
From one bustling city to the other... this is the ferry ride.

China

China

China General Holiday Tips
China Incidents (Stressful)
Visiting China is not complete without these encounters. But just beware!

China Food
Local food in Hangzhou & Wuzhen.

China Budget Hotel
Budget hotels in Hangzhou and Wuzhen... know what to expect without getting cheated.

Are You From China?
Ways to blend in with the Chinese. Especially useful for when bargaining!

Definitely Not From China!
Guess where these people are from? Haha!

China Souvenir
The things I bought in China - from Hangzhou's famous green tea to Shanghai's art paintings and other unique souvenirs.


Shanghai
Places To Visit
Places To Visit: Shanghai
I actually visited some of these not so famous places around Shanghai as well - a way to discover the city fully.

Shanghai Holiday Updates
Quick Guide on Shanghai hotels, Shanghai shopping, Shanghai sightseeing places (Jing An Temple, People's Park, Shanghai Art Museum, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall) and Shanghai food.

Shanghai Circus World
Touted as the must-see, and must-not-miss performance in Shanghai is this Cirque Du Soleil type performance.

Yuyuan Garden Bazaar
The popular area for Chinese antiques and Shanghai/ China arts.

Shanghai Xintiandi
The place to hangout in Shanghai at night.

Shanghai Wax Museum
From Tom Cruise, Nicol Kidman, Brad Pitt, the Beckhams, Bill Gates, Jay Chou, Michelle Yeoh, Andy Lau, Jacky Chan and more.... they are all here under one roof!

Shanghai Nanjing Road
The popular tourist shopping destination of Shanghai Nanjing Road East.


Staying In Shanghai
Shanghai Budget Hotel
5 budget hotels & 1 4 star hotel reviewed. This is a good list to know when wanting to find out where to stay in Shanghai.


Moving Around Shanghai
Getting Around Shanghai
Learning how to use the Shanghai metro and the Shanghai taxis/ cabs.

Shanghai - Hangzhou: Bullet Train
Fast, convenient, clean... it's really one of the better ways to get to the 'most scenic cities' in China.


Eating In Shanghai
Shanghai Food
The good and unique food in Shanghai.

Shanghai Snack
The many in between food available in Shanghai, including their desserts.


Interesting Shanghai Moments
I'll Miss You, Shanghai
12 things that made me miss this vibrant China city! (tourists & even locals can share some same sentiments, for sure).

Shocking Shanghai!
The things that shocked me in Shanghai...!

Eating Ice Cream At Zero Degrees
From Pudong to the Bund in Shanghai... winter's the best time to have ice cream!

Ice Cream, Desset & Winter Wear In Cold Shanghai
Things to to do during the winter season - to have a fun time in Shanghai!


Hangzhou
Hangzhou West Lake
Turn any corner, and get the postcard view of the beautiful Hangzhou westlake. No wonder they all come here!

Hangzhou Shopping!
From the old town of Qinghefang with many cultural and tourist shops to the more modern shops at Yan'an Road, this is a must visit to soak int Hangzhou's atmosphere of old & new.

Things To Do: Hangzhou
There's more to Hangzhou beyond the Westlake & shopping like visiting green tea plantations, silk factories and pearl factories. Of course, cycling or walking in the West Lake area is nice as well with its many scenic views.

Song Dynasty
The grand show/ performance in Hangzhou which live up to its own billing "Miss this, and you miss Hangzhou!"


Wuzhen
Wuzhen
The water town village of Wuzhen - where they filmed Mission Impossible 3!

Wuzhen Dongzha
One of the 2 must see places in Wuzhen, with strong culture and history.

Wuzhen Xizha
The more scenic spot of the 2 must see parts in Wuzhen, with many bridges amongst the many scenice canals.

Wuzhen - Shanghai
Going from the small town back to the bustling China city by coach.

Taiwan

Taiwan

Taiwan Design
Beautiful designs from brochures & posters to street art can be seen around the city.

Taiwan Bullet Train
Fast, modern & comfortable... a must sit ride in Taiwan.

Jay Chou's Restaurant
Lucky to be able to visit this talented musician's restaurant, which features him all over (but who's complaining?) :)

Unique Taiwan Food
Some may find it weird, others will find them normal... in any case, these are what makes Taiwan (& its cuisine) unique.

Traditional Taiwan's Breakfast
Despite all modernity, one should try a chance at eating at its traditional food outlets... and trying its you tiao!

Din Tai Fung Taiwan
One of Taiwan's most famous restaurant, known for its all time favourite, the xiao long bao!

Taiwan Seafood
Just like the many seafood restaurants, one is to eat it fresh!

Smelly Tofu
Another one of Taiwan's unique food... try it if you dare!

Taiwan National Palace Museum
One of the top 10 museums in the world. Truly a must visit in Taipei, weather you are a museum fan or not.

Taipei Grand Hotel
There is a reason for this hotel to be called so... being there, one will appreciate the architecture & reasons that went behind it.

Taipei 101
The icon of Taipei & Taiwan which can be seen from nearly every corner of the city.

Taiwan Is Cool
My experience here tells me this place really has an edge! Simply one of the reasons to fall in love with this country.

Friendly Taiwan
Some may not believe it, but my experience here is that the people are friendly and very accommodating.

Indonesia

Jakarta

Grand Indonesia
Everything about this country is grand... and this mall says it all.

Pacific Place
A luxurious high end mall in Jakarta. Seriously, Jakarta has many big malls!

Kepiting Asap/ BBQ Crabs
Popular seafood restaurant serving bbq crabs!

Thailand

Phuket
9 Thai Souvenirs
Souvenirs from the Land of Smiles.

Thai Ladyboy Musical
Talented & pretty Thai ladyboys perform on stage. They are fair, talented... and most of all, beautiful.

Unique Thai Toilet
An interesting toilet full of animals in Phuket Fantasea.

Phuket Fantasea
Thai's very own Disneyland theme park & cultural show, which is one of the main attractions in Phuket island.

Delicious Thai Food
Thai food is spicy, yet not heavy... a mix of sweet & sour. Aroy!

Thai Night Market
A host of colours and food - some of which are simply Thai.

More on Thai Night Markets
Looks a lil too familiar?

Unique Thai Temples
Temples & Thailand go hand in hand... these are a few unique temples in Phuket island: Wat Phranang Sang & Jui Temple.

Thai Temple: Wat Phratong
This is the half buried Buddha temple.

Patong Beach
The most popular beach in Phuket island.

Thai CDs
These are Thai pop that comes in great packaging.


Krabi
The rather peaceful and less crowded beach holiday in Thailand. This place has its very own charms, and truly a place that one will like to come back. But ain't Thailand all like that? :)

Singapore

Panoramic View Of Singapore
The views from one of the highest buildings is simply magnificent. Apart the great views of the East Coast to the Singapore Flyer, it reinforces something Singaporenas forget, that we are living on an island surrounded with blue waters.

East Coast Park Beach
The long stretch of beach in the East where Singaporeans & now even tourists come to play & have fun!

East Coast Park Hawker's Centre
This is the place that offers a full range of local Singapore food/ delicacies without burning a hole in the pocket... and at the same time eating with the seabreeze & seaview.

Singapore's Christmas Decorations (2007)
From Orchard Road to every other mall, this is really the best time to visit the island city... truly, it's Christmas in the tropics!

Singapore Christmas (2008)
This year's theme is a Sweet Christmas... and a sweet Christmas it is indeed!

Bazaar During Fasting Month: Geylang Serai
The 'mother of all pasar malams' come to live selling all sorts of goodies - from clothes to food & more!

Chinatown Singapore
Not really the image of modern city Singapore, but nevertheless this site is still in the heart of the city... giving a twist of old and new.

Singapore's Popular Claypot Rice
The wait for 40 minutes says it all.

Malaysia

Chinese New Year Malaysia
Not really a travel post if you are local Malaysian, but if you are from overseas, this is a take on how the Chinese celebrate Chinese New Year (in general, of course). Yes, there's yee sang to steamboat & popiah!


Kedah
Langkawi
Magical, mystical... you name it. Langkawi is really is one of Malaysia's larger islands that offers nearly everything... And the best part, it's a gem that is not really discovered yet, which makes this place ideal to see nature & experience real kampung life!


Malacca
Chinese New Year Malacca
The historical town of Malacca during the Chinese New Year... From the temples to the small streets, Malacca really does have the full spirit of New Year cum New Year! (and a must visit, I'd say!).

Beyond Jonker's Walk
Rather than taking the usual walk around Jonker Street/ Jonker Walk, I took this journey through the streets around it... and had quite a handful eye catching moments.

Kampung Lendu
A different sight of the usual - from kampung donuts, rubber estates and a Chinese village in the Malay kampung.

A Kampung Near Tanjung Kling
No need to go far away - a visit to the kampung is simply breathtaking!

Kampung Food
Ikan bakar (baked fish) plus other kampung food cooked and served fresh from the sea! And to have it with a sunset view, under the coconut tree - what bliss!

Little Nyonya Town
Though coming from Malacca, I had really wanted to see it from a tourist angle (and that include seeing it from the hit series Little Nyonya). Again, it's a walk in the heritage area - only difference, it was New Year, so it has many red lanterns this time round.

Trip To Port Dickson
The best part of going to Port Dickson (in Negeri Sembilan) from Malacca is to pass by the kampung and this quiet small town.


KL: Malaysia's Capital City
Everyday KL
From the monorail to the Puduraya and even a visit to Damansara. These are not so tourism holiday, but what KL-ites see most often than not.

Modern KL
Pavilion, one of the newer and big malls in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. This trip made a good impression of KL being a modern city, once more.


Negeri Sembilan
Port Dickson
A revamped & cleaner beach makes this place a getaway for beach lovers in the West Coast of Malaysia.


Johor
Muar Town
With old shophouses and streets with lanterns during Chinese New Year, this small town sure makes a good few hours getaway!

Muar Food
The good food from the popular street food in Muar (yes, there's the otak otak!)


Sabah
Jesselton Point
The jetty where I took the ride to Manukan island, with information on the jetty ride.

Manukan Island
I've always loved islands... and this is just perfect. Not too big, yet with its fine sand, picturesque views & good snorkeling spot, this is one super holiday!

Kota Kinabalu City
This is the city in my eyes - which I feel is very different from the usual cities in Malaysia... and I love the sea that is by its side!

Unique KK
More of interesting KK - including a 5 feet fish!

Gaya Market
The must-visit Sunday market is quite an eye opener & really interesting. It's not everday that a market sells rare animals from dogs to sea animals! (and more!)

Proboscis Monkey Tour Sabah
The boat ride off the town of Beufort, to see the monkey with its long funny nose. This one day trip is worth every experience. Managed to see some fireflies too.

KK Market
Kota Kinabalu's wet market. This is no ordinary market for a tourist - as I enjoyed seeing the many different seafood for sale. And they are all pretty huge!

More KK Markets
The KK dry market, the Filipino market & the Salted Fish Market. Another round of interesting markets that make KK unique!

KK Waterfront Market
Of all markets, I guess I miss this the most for it really has very yummy food! (If I go back to KK - it will be the Mt KK or for the bbq sotong!)

Good KK Food
From duck noodles to 3 layered iced tea and pineapple buns, KK sure have some good food finds.

Travel Tips: Kota Kinabalu
KK hotel review and transportation.


Sarawak
Kuching Travel Tips
Kuching hotel review & information on Kuching transportation.

Kuching Fort Margherita
The fort on the hill top. But what's more interesting is my journey to the top - passing by the Kuching River.

Kuching River Cruise
The picturesque & very calm river cruise in Kuching - seeing the city from a different view.

Kuching City
Icons of Kuching - including the Main Bazaar & Kuching Waterfront.

Kuching Chinatown & Kuching Little India
Narrow lanes in between old shophouses - this is the typcial Chinatown or Little India scene. But still very nice.

Kuching Fisherman Kampung
The first kampung i stopped on the way to Sarawak Cultural Village. My first real experience of a village by the sea.

More Kuching Kampung
The 2nd stop over. More seafood, and friendly Kuching people.

Sarawak Cultural Village
They don't call Sarawak multi cultural for no reason. This is the place that showcase what makes Sarawak so unique (truly, a must visit!).

Good Kuching Food
Some of the very best & must try Kuching food - from its seafood, unique vegetables & of course, its Sarawak laksa.

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Fashion
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Hayden, Fashion Designer: Singapore Fashion
One of the top fashion designers in Singapore.


Film
Kelvin Sng, Director + Eugene Tan, Producer + Yeow, Executive Producer: More Than Words Movie
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Music
Kenneth Lyen, Composer: Multi Talented Kenneth Lyen
Theatre music is his forte, and with a passion of growing the art scene in Singapore.

Karen Kong, Singer: Interview With Karen Kong
Chinese singer with a beautiful sweet voice, who sings in Mandarin, Malay and English.

Estranged, Indie Band: Interview With Estranged
The popular award winning indie band, who opened doors to more indie bands in the country (Malaysia).


Theatre
Alvin Tan: Gemuk Girls
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About Me: QuaChee

Some Background
I am a Malaccan who studied in Malaysia all the way till Form 6 (equivalent to A Levels). After that, I furthered my tertiary education in Nanyang Technology University (NTU), Singapore. Course: B. Acc.

What Have You Been Doing?
In 2005, I joined a course which helped me realise on 'urgency' and on living my dreams. At that time, I've been involved in insurance and real estate, but I knew that I wanted something more than just being an agent.

I took my first real step into publishing when I published Batik Inspirations - featuring top batik designers, published in Nov 2005.


International Edition

There was a second editon on the book, a localised Malaysian version - Batik Inspirations: Editions BLUE which featured messages by some prominent Malaysian leaders released in 2007.


Malaysian Edition

The 2 editions are available in a few majore bookstores across Asia - Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia (Jakarta), Taiwan, Hong Kong and Seoul. It's also available in Amazon. And I'm proud to say, that up to today, the book is still going strong in the region.

In Aug 2008, I finally realeased the 50+1 Malaysia book. This is another dream project, bringing people who love the nation together to showcase what they love about the country. This book creates a first for being an independent view, not from us publishers, but really, the rakyat and tourists themselves.



Current Works
Finally, I am glad to announce that I can embark on my other big dream - film productions, which is currently in the works.

A few new websites are also in the works + the revamp of The Malaysia Page site.

Publishing Dream
My aim is to lead my company to become a leading publisher from Asia - not in terms of quantity but quality and outreach. So far, there are not many Asian publishers making a mark globally. And I hope my company can change that and inspire as many people as possible :)

On Modeling & Acting
I do model for advertorials. It is a hobby & passion for me (and yes, a source of income).

On acting, in university, I played some main roles in the stage performances. And I've done a bit for Mediacorp and Jack Neo's Jteam.

My aim is to be an entertainer in my own way & style ie. not a 'manufactured product'. This may take time, but I think eventually it will be realised. Of course, that doesn't mean I don't need to work with the big companies which I think I will someday soon. The only difference is I have a control & direction in my works.

Business Ambition Defined
Apart from myself as an entertainer, my business goal is to build a global media network if I can humbly say so. It will encompass publishing (books, magazines, comics), films/movies, music and photography - with internet as the platform. That's why you can see my works are headed that way.

Of course, I have other dreams related to the lifestyle-entertainment industry as well like F&B, properties, and hotels. But, that is still a far dream at this point.

About This Blog
I started this blog in 2006 not knowing much about blogging. But recently, I've learned more about it, and it is really quite fun. I've actually known more blogging friends along the way - it really is a whole new community out there.

This blog is mainly my personal take on subjects close to me. As I'm living in Singapore and doing a lot of Malaysian business, so at this current moment, the focus is on things from both countries. Eventually, when my company expands regionally and later gloabally, hopefully by then I can give a more global outlook. But till then, let's focus on the 'lah' & 'leh' :) And also some bits of travels in Asia.

I've also created a new segment of this blog, where I interview and featured talented & inspiring Malaysians & Singaporeans every bi-weekly. I have always believed that we have the talents, and all that we need is exposure.

For this blog, I try to focus on the inspiring parts as much as I can, keeping this blog close to its initial aim - that is to inspire. In between, I do share my business & entrepreneur's journey.

Well, that's about me! Thanks for stopping by :)

*If you want to reach me, contact me via blog@quachee.com.

Published: 26 April 2008
Last Update: 2 November 2008