#23 That's Okay My Dear

The fact that you’re struggling doesn’t make you a burden.
It doesn’t make you unloveable or undesirable or undeserving of care.
It doesn’t make you too much or too sensitive or too needy.
It makes you human. Everyone struggles.
Everyone has a difficult time coping, and at times, we all fall apart.
During these times, we aren’t always easy to be around — and that’s okay.
No one is easy to be around one hundred percent of the time.
Yes, you may sometimes be unpleasant or difficult.
And yes, you may sometimes do or say things that make the people around you feel helpless or sad.
But those things aren’t all of who you are and they certainly don’t discount your worth as a human being.
The truth is that you can be struggling and still be loved.
You can be difficult and still be cared for.
You can be less than perfect, and still be deserving of compassion and kindness. 

- Daniell Koepke 

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The Daily Fix Cafe

Ok, I really need to update my blog on a weekly basis..i hope..haha!! I've got so many cafes to share and not forgetting my taiwan and bkk travelogue..lol! This is a way overdue post! I can't remember when was it..hahah! Anyway, Shen Sim brought us to this 'hidden' cafe along Jonker Street during our last visit to Melaka. The reason why I said it's hidden because it's situated at the back of a souvenir shop. Every corner of this cafe is so photogenic and I love how they sticked the antique kaleidoscopic plates on the wall which create a really pretty backdrop and of course you will see tons of picture of this wall on instagram..haha!! As usual, I ordered matcha latte for my drinks (i always order this if it's available on the menu!). It was not bad but kinda lack of the taste, wish the matcha taste can be stronger. But i can make do with the adorable latte art! ;p I think we were all quite hungry at that time..there's onion rings, cereals, 2 egg benedicts and french toast on the table XD All the food was fabulous especially the french toast! AND i only found out that we didn't order their popular pandan gula melaka pancake! Ok..it's time to go back again...haha!


The Daily Fix Cafe
 55 Jalan Hang Jebat (Jonker st),
75200 Malacca City, Malaysia
Mon: 10am - 5.30pm
Wed- Sun: 10am - 5.30pm

Goodbye 2015 Hello 2016

To be honest, I can't really rmb what exactly had happened in the past year. Changed job was probably the most correct decision i had made in 2015. Got myself enrolled to the course that I love doing. Travelled to Sri Lanka, Jiu Zhai Gou, Taiwan and BKK..more places to explore in 2016! Words can't summarize everything in 2015 but im thankful enough for those who had entered my life, be it good or bad. A brand new year, a new chapter, continue to count my blessings and becoming a better person for myself and those i care and love. Happy 2016 everyone!

The Lokal

*please watch in HD :)

I have read too many good reviews about The Lokal  but I don't understand why I took so long to finally visit this cafe..haha! It's located at a corner shophouse along Neil Road. The Lokal  is the sister outlet of Sarnies and its decor and ambiance will give you the Aussie feel, remind me of the cafes that I visited during my Melbourne trip! We visited on a public holiday afternoon and a mini queue was already formed inside the cafe. I think we got our table after a 15-20 minutes wait which was not too bad actually! And we got the window seats which means i got good lighting to take pictures! :p

We were so famished by that time but we just couldn't decide which item to order because everything just look so promising..lol! We ordered a roasted beef ciabatta and a smoked salmon egg royale to share. For the drinks, sf had the hot chocolate because she said she just had coffee this morning before meeting me? LOL! I'm not really a coffee person so I always opt for mocha..hehe! Our food came pretty fast and omg i can totally understand what's the hype about this cafe just by trying both dishes that we ordered!  I personally adored the egg royale more! That delicious slab of smoked salmon was done to perfection and this was coming from a person (aka me) who don't really fancy salmon (except raw salmon)! The egg yolk flows out perfectly as well..just watch the video and you will know what I meant..haha! Being a bread lover, I absolutely enjoy the beef ciabatta which is the perfect combination of sliced sauteed beef and caramelized onions (insert heart eyes emoji)!

I still remember it was super hazy that day (PSI hit around 300+!!) but it was nonetheless a well spent afternoon with lots of catch up and updates with sf! Overall, The Lokal  definitely lives up to its hype and it certainly deserves a return visit anytime!

The Lokal
136 Neil Road Singapore
Tel: +65 6423 9918
Mon-Fri: 8am - 6pm
Sat-Sun: 10am - 4pm

Inked.

Tattoos have a power and magic all their own. They decorate the body but they also enhance the soul.

-Michelle Delio

Yes, i did my first tattoo last month and it was the boldest decision i had ever made so far.

I thought of getting one since long time ago but i know my parents will strongly object on the idea of getting inked. I don't know why and how I finally have the courage to go for it without telling them, lol. Frankly speaking, I felt nervous and scared when i was seated at the tattoo place. Questions that kept repeating in my head "Do i really wanted to get this? Will I regret in the future?" But i know one thing for sure, I will surely regret if I didn't do it.

I designed the tattoo myself and i just want to keep it simple so it was basically made up by lines. The whole progress was quite fast though it hurts so much. Ok, the pain level was still manageable, at least I didn't pass out..lol. The feeling was surreal after seeing the final product on my wrist, I never imagine myself of getting inked, like for real! Ok, i know it's really small but still it's something that i never thought that i will have it done.

They said one might get addicted once get inked, I have to agree..haha!