Happy 10th Anniversary Overcome Life!!! :)

Yayyy!!! Today marks the 10th Anniversary of Overcome Life. Happy Birthday to www.reeverking.blogspot.com!!!

Uugghhhh…. I’m so exciting and happy for you!!! :)))


Celebrate with mini Lemon Maringue Tart and tea :)

Thank you Overcome Life for always being with me through ups and downs, happiness and sad, celebrating so many special moments like Birthdays, Anniversaries, participation in many events, a place for book reviews, quotes posting, traveling journals, etc. for these past ten years!

I’ve been logging you in and out from many different countries as to post whatever things that I felt at that point of time.

I’ve been posting thousands of photos and pictures here too, which almost reviews big parts of my life journey together with my families and friends.

Because of you I would be able to know many new friends, which some that until now I have never even met in real life before. But through you I knew them. You connected us with each other - supporting and encouraging us at the moments when we were sick, lifting us up when we were feeling down or in needs of support; wishing and praying for our good health and luck; sharing our activities, places, cultures, experiences in life, and so on.

I felt much better after venting my sadness, disappointment, enraged moments with you, and at the same time I felt very grateful that you gave me strength and talents to immediately turn my feelings and emotions into positive things over what happened in my life.

Sometimes I couldn’t wait to share my happiness too with others :) Sharing of joy, love, happiness, gratitude, contentment, passion, appreciation, believe, hope, and optimism. I felt good to share these positive things with them.

I couldn’t imagine what my life would be without you. Very special thanks to blogspot.com that exists until now. Without your support, my blog would never exist in this online world and I couldn’t share many stories with everyone.

Without you, I'm nothing :)

Above all, thanks to all my readers who have been passionately reading my posts, pressing the G+1 button when you love it, sharing the link around through Google+, Twitter, Facebook, and for leaving your valuable and caring comments into my blog post.

Wish all of you a wonderful day and remember to always live your life to the fullest!!! Take care! :)

Hugs and kisses,


Overcome Life’s blog writer :)

Run For Hope 2014

The annual Run For Hope is here again! Just like the other years - 2013 and 2012 - we participated and supported this event as the fund will be use for a cancer research.

Run For Hope 2014 - 3.5 km Family Run/ Walk

As usual, my son, my bestie, other friends, and myself joined in this to strengthen out our friendship, bond time with my dear son, and of course, for some great fun! ;) (My colleagues were participating too. But, as there were more than 10,000 people signing up for the event, we only met up briefly at the beginning and ending part of the event hehe..).

There were two run categories: 10 km and 3.5 Family run/ walk. We joined the 3.5 km only and started running at 7.35am this morning. Despite heavy rain last night, this morning we were blessed with a wonderful weather and glimpse of sunshines! Oh, I couldn't stop thanking the above for the perfect weather today! It was cool at times and warm at some other times.

My friends were running in front. I chose to accompany my son and follow him from behind. He walked slowly not bothering people surrounding him who ran here and there. Despite my nagging, he preferred to follow his instinct to just walk slowly and enjoyed it! ;)

His Mom would be the luckiest one as she too didn't have to run but to follow him, take care of him, support, and encourage him to move forward from behind.

As he walked slowly, this Mom came out a naughty idea of taking many photo shoots of his son's background! Haha... And below is a very short clip for their journey of Run For Hope 2014 ;)

After running through the finishing line, we gathered again taking some photo together then having our customary breakfast at McDonald's :D Each of us ordered a set of Big Breakfast meal.

Customary breakfast after Run For Hope ;)

If last year my son would be satisfy with his meal, this year his appetite has grown (perhaps he is in growing time now!). He claimed he wasn't full enough.

So, two hours later, we ended up eating a big plate of Briyani Chicken bought at one of the Indian stalls in Tekka Center's hawker center, which I had to queue for more than half an hour to get it (I was the only Chinese along the very long queue where the rest were mostly Indian).

It was my first time visiting Tekka Center although it had been built there for a very long time. I only knew that the Briyani there was very nice, but didn't know which stall selling it. Therefore, I just browsed around and joined the stalls that had the longest queue. (In Singapore, when you didn't know which food was nice when you visited the hawker center, just find one with the very long queue!)

Delicious Briyani Chicken at Tekka Center

Hmmm.... The Briyani chicken was not only tasting delicious, its portion was big and the price was reasonable too!!! I had to share my meal with my bestie while my son had his share alone. One plate of Briyani chicken costs only S$4.50 plus egg masala at S$0.60 while other place sell it at least S$5.50 per plate.

Oh.. We all were very full after this meal. We even skipped dinner today haha... :D

Overall we had a great time again today and blessed with great weather and accompany! Thank you SB for everything! Thank you, thank you, and thank you!

Hope all of you spend a great weekend too out there! For those who will have exams tomorrow, wish you all the best! Don't hallucinate too much until pen and paper can converse with you! Haha... Just kidding! Anyway, all the best guys! ^^

Library@Orchard

After having family dinner at one of the Japanese Restaurant at Orchard Central yesterday night, we visited the newly built Orchard Gateway Mall, which was located just next to it. While browsing the area around, I was surprised to find the newly built library called Library@Orchard, located at Level 3 (The Studio) and Level 4 (The Loft). 

I heard about its opening late last month, but yesterday it was my first time visiting it. I thought that it was located in Takashimaya (the previous place - closed over 7 years ago). Tell you, you must love the place man!!! I was stuck there for an hour before it had to close at 9pm!!!

The design was marvelous! Check the photos below for your viewing pleasure! (Pictures speak a thousand words) and tell me what you feel about it! ;)

Art gallery at Library@Orchard

Cool book shelves with ladder (the Studio area)- Library@Orchard

It was cool, wasn't it? They really made use of the ceiling space to store the books. However, it might not that convenient to climb up and check the book, especially for elderly and those who were afraid of height.

Magazine wall - Library@Orchard

Magazine collections in four languages - Library@Orchard

Oh man! The above magazine walls were amazing! It might look like a display only but you actually could open it by pulling out out and get the magazines inside. You could find magazine collections written in Chinese, English, Malay, and Tamil language!

Audio-visual material to borrow - Library@Orchard

They stored the above materials in such artistic ways! Nice! :)

Approximately over 100,000 titles, fresh and new! - Library@Orchard

View from the staircase - Library@Orchard

Reading space and curvy shelves in modern style with fresh paper smell from the new copies.

People cluster at the Loft - Library@Orchard

There were some cosy and private seats in this floor. However, I couldn't catch some pictures as it was all occupied hehe...

Reading area at the Studio (level 3) - Library@Orchard

The above was the reading area at the Studio (level 3). Good enough to relax your legs and bums there ^^

Wall-mounted computerized monitor to search your books - Library@Orchard

Rather than the usual monitor put on the table, this one was wall-mounted. Too bad it was too low for some people, including me - also no pencil and paper to record down the call number (which shelf to find).

Last but not least - photo of myself at the entrance of the Library@Orchard :)

So, it's awesome, wasn't it? I told my hubby that I wished I would have a very long holiday like those school children (more than a month time holiday) so that I could visit this place everyday, reading different magazines and books, dropping by nearby Café to sip some coffee or hot chocolate and just enjoy the time! Hehehe... I wish! ;)

Long live Fourth King of Bhutan!!!

60th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo logo - designed by Au Kinzang Tshering

The above logo has been chosen for the celebration of 60th birth anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo (Fourth King of Bhutan), which will happen one year later on11th November 2015. However, the celebration is started today! It was designed by Au Kinzang Tshering, a talented Bhutanese artist who also drew my photo wearing Kira (Bhutan traditional dress for woman) many months ago. 

When asked about it, this humble man explained to me, "Although I presented the initial concept, the final version underwent several changes with valuable inputs from higher authorities including Lyonchen himself (Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay). Therefore, you might briefly mention somewhere that it's a modest contribution to this big event from your friend."

The logo itself contains many remarkable meanings as per follow:

"The green dragon represents the strong personality 

of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, who throughout His golden rule has spearheaded environmental conservation in the Kingdom that brought him international fame and recognition, according to a cabinet press release.

The green colour represents His Majesty’s selfless service to the nation and the people as an ultimate Commander-in- chief of the armed force in ensuring peace and security in the country.

The four national flag coloured jewels clasped in the claws of dragon represents Four Pillars of Gross National Happiness that have been instrumental in guiding Bhutan’s socio-economic development under wise and farsighted leadership of the Fourth King.

This also represents His Majesty as the propounder and the custodian of the GNH.

The golden khorlo is to show that while pursuing country’s development processes, His Majesty also ensured that Buddhism as state religion was never left behind.

The Dragon and Khorlo together resembles like a figure 60 (both in Dzongkha and English) depicting His Majesty’s 60th Birth Anniversary." - quoted from reliable source.

From there we can feel the greatness of His Majesty Druk Gyalpo, which is why every Bhutanese is very proud of their King and paying a very high respect for his unconditional love to the country and its people. 

The pictures below are another proof on how much Bhutanese people love and respect their Fourth King. 

Many happy returns and long live to Fourth King of Bhutan 

It was gathered from my Bhutanese friends' profile and cover photos in Facebook. They posted it as a tribute, gesture, deep respect, gratitude, and love towards their Fourth King. 

It's amazing, isn't it? Not many leaders in the world receive this kind of respect and treatment from its citizens. 

On this happy and auspicious day, I'd love to wish the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Happy 59th Birthday! May you are blessed with good health, love, luck, joy and happiness always, and contribute more happiness toward your beloved citizens! 

Have a wonderful day to all Bhutanese around the world! Take care and be happy always!

Warm wishes 

From Singapore with love, 

Overcome Life :)

Autumn in Singapore

Autumn in Clarke Quay, Singapore

This place, this bridge,

will be overflown by people

In the morning,

A mother walks slowly holding one of her child's hands

(after having a happy meal breakfast at the nearby fast food restaurants)

with her child's another hand holding the colorful free baloon, tighten with transparent string flying above the sky

The father push the baby's pram with both hands and conversing using the baby language with his chatty baby

Four of them walk together full of smiles upon their faces and enjoy the view of the red maple leaves that are dangling on the trees

Late afternoon after lunching at the nearby Japanese restaurant,

A loving couple hold their hands with one head resting on another's shoulder

Strolling at the side of the river romancing their love feelings

The woolen scarfs linger over their necks

and the handsome autumn jackets

keep themselves from the chill wind

The ring sound of the ice cream seller

jingles the already noisy environment

And although it's cold, 

it won't deter the crowds from buying it

Rainbow ice cream, durian, mint, cempedak ice potong, and many other flavors, 

will remind them of theit childhood memories

When the evening comes,

buskers started occupying the empty space

along the bridge... 

along the river...

From afar

You can hear stream of guitars sound

followed by a melodious song,

beautifies the already beautiful day...

Some people are running, cycling, pushing their scooter with complete gears

from one point to another

But many start from one place and end up finishing at the same place again after making a long way U-turn

Despite chill weather, these are activities that they love doing it as part of their healthy lifestyle

As the wind blows harder, 

the leaves are falling,

little by little

Slowly, the floor is flooded with dried and withered leaves

Leaving crispy crack sound when you step on it

Red maple leaves beautifies the autumn season

Later at night, 

laughter heard loudly

from groups of people who are sitting above the walls along the bridge

With liquor, wine, and beer bottles surrounding them

They sit there all night chit chatting, singing and dancing

All happy and smile :)

Ah, how I wish Autumn is here...

instead of the hazy grey cloud and burning forest smell that coming from the neighborhood countries

Then I'll soak the autumn air myself by sitting along the river with book at one hand and hot cup of coffee at another hand

Daydreaming feels great! ^^

Yayaya.... 

It's time for me to wake up now! 

I know weekend is coming very soon

but fantasizing the autumn here is a much greater feeling than to do my work after a heavy lunch

Hope you enjoy your weekend everyone and have a great one! :)