Need A Holiday!!

This has been one of the worst months for me. I've had to stay up long nights at work just because of our year end close. It has been really exhausting and I sorely need a break before I start my new role in Singapore otherwise I'll be one burnt out person! I'm so desperate for a holiday that I've been surfing holiday sites, even las vegas hotels just to see if there are any good deals out there. Can't wait to go somewhere just to unwind!

Big Cheques

Did you know that social security disability in foreign countries can come up to a sizeable amount? A friend I know has a brother in law who has managed to buy a swanky piece of property in KL and uproot from Europe to live here just on his social security! At least in those cases, they see something out of their taxes!

Netbook or Phone

Will you use netbooks? My sis has a cute little netbook that she often brings along with her on trips. It does help to keep you connected on the go and provides the comfort of a proper screen and keyboard although it is rather tiny. However, as mobile phones now become more and more advanced, I wonder if they will take over the netbook fever instead! What do you think?

Smoking Cigars

I just read in the papers that a new floor price has been introduced on cigarettes. In my opinion, things like cigarettes should be made so expensive that the majority of the population will not be able to afford them and save their lungs and health. Unfortunately, that price range will not stop most people from smoking. Worst, the richer people will conveniently move on to cigars such as Drew Estate cigars which are said to be even worse for your health.

Company Health Insurance

My company recently introduced a low cost health insurance plan that they managed to negotiate with one of the leading insurance companies in the country. The package does sound attractive and I'm wondering whether I should consider committing in it especially with the impending move. Will give myself a bit more time to mull it over first before signing the dotted line.

Health Insurance

I recently attended a talk in my office on health savings account that was offered by an insurer at special rates and privileges for the staff. It sounded pretty good and was only applicable if a large number of staff sign up for it before mid-2010. I hope they do get the numbers they were looking for as I was interested in it and am seriously considering signing up for it.

Dirty Toilets

After going around the world a bit, I realise that the toilets here still have a long way to go. I was recently in Singapore and noticed that even their shopping mall toilets were beautifully designed with swanky bathroom lights, big clean sinks and most importantly dry floors! There were cleaners constantly cleaning and mopping and they were incredibly clean compared to some of the really disgusting toilets we get here. I still don't understand why our toilets have to be so wet and dirty, even in the swanky malls!