Go With The Flow~ ^^

Helllooooo… I'm back on the scene again! Apology for my disappearance.. I was a little sidetracked for quite a while.

In the past 4 months, I've changed 3 part time jobs! That's like nearly 1 per month? Did I just set a record? I used to cringe at the idea of having to start all over again in a new environment, but now I'm actually enjoying it; new friends, new things to learn, new experiences!

No doubt the same question has been thrown to me countless times as to why I resist a full time job so much. And I know many people think I'm being 'unrealistic' or 'immature'. I think that's being judgemental. Most people are comfortable with a stable job but are they REALLY happy with what they're doing for a living? I'll leave the answer to them. Call me stubborn, 'weird', or be secretly jealous of me all you want because I'll still not trade in my freedom for a meaningless better-paid job.

Yes, I admit sometimes I do get stressed up when I have trouble making ends meet (most of the time it's because clients do not pay on time -.- but that's beside the point). In my years of learning, I've come to understand that stress actually come from our feeling of fear. We get stressed when we feel overwhelmed. As I learn to let go of the need to be in control of every circumstances, I become more at peace with myself.. and with life. When we stop resisting change, life can be so much more enjoyable! What I'll always remind myself if thing doesn't work out the way I like, is to slow down, make some adjustment if I need to. Alternatively, it may be my Angels' way of telling me they have something better in store for me. I just need to have some faith and a little patience. :)

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A few days ago, I received an email from one of my customers. This wonderful lady from Israel bought several pieces of my works on my online store and returned to purchase more shortly after. She told me how much she loves my works and wanted to frame them all and put up on her wall. When I saw these lovely photos in her email, I was close to tears. I had never imagined someone would love my works so much to want to showcase them in her house. This was her message to me,

''Hi Rheea! It took a while but... here are some pictures of my living room wall with your gorgeous illustrations. Everyone here loves it and i L-O-V-E it! You can be proud of your self, you are very talented! I am very picky about pictures hanging on my walls, but the minute i saw your works, i knew exactly - this is what i want!''

Perhaps sometimes all we need is just a little assurance about what we've fought so hard for... Thank you, Aviya. :’)   

Updates and Photos~

Sorry guys, I haven't been able to update my blog for a long while due to the super busy schedule...trainings trainings trainings.. Before I realised, it's already September and I'll be sailing away in one month's time! Oh no. This is both anticipating and scary! I'm sure you'll feel the excitement looking through some of these photos taken during our training sessions.

Practising for our gangway cheers...

Lots of meetings....

and discussions................ Zzzzzz

dance practices...........

Cookie monster! :D

Plenty of games........ (I was 'sabotaged'. Boo!! Lol.)

and team building sessions.........

The 'temptation island'! hahah

We built our rafts!

These are super heavy! :S

row row row your boat...........

Getting intimate........

For more photos and frequent updates on our training sessions, checkout our contingent blog or our facebook fan page. Come join us on our journey! :)

A Beautiful Story With A Beautiful Moth

Something wonderful happened to me recently.... a beautiful green moth had visited my house. It was lingering near the kitchen area when I discovered her (let's assume it was a 'her'). I've never came across such a vibrant colored moth before so I thought it must be a butterfly (until I did some research on the internet).

As I stood there at the kitchen corridor observing this pretty thing, I couldn't help but recalled a story I once read on a book called, 'The Times Of Our Lives: (Extraordinary True Stories Of Synchronicity, Destiny, Meaning, And Purpose)'. During that time Dr. Wayne Dyer was writing the book, 'Inspiration: Your Ultimate Calling' and while working on this particular chapter, “The Language of the Spirit”, a butterfly had landed on his finger and stayed with him for several hours. In the chapter, Dr. Dyer wrote about how our 'Spiritual Guides' (God, Ascended Master, Angels, Fairies etc.) try to get in touch with us sometimes. Often than not, we're either too busy looking for an answer elsewhere that we fail to notice the signs when they're presented to us, or we are merely too occupy with our daily lives to slow down and connect with them. He also states that “Everything in nature is in-Spirit – it isn’t spoiled by ego, nor can it ever be. So when nature speaks to us, we should listen intently. When a wild bird touches us, for instance, or a fish brushes by when we’re swimming in the ocean or lake, I believe that it’s a direct communication from our Source of Being. Since these creations of God instinctively keep their distance, when they depart from their DNA patterns to actually contact us physically, I think we should pay attention.”

Back to my story....
I relatively surprised myself as I began to take interest in this little creature. Usually I'd keep a distance from 'intruders' like this one (worse if they're from the lizard family). Perhaps something about its color drew my attention or maybe I was just curious whether what happened to Dr. Dyer could possibly happen on me as well. Once I set my mind on starting a friendship with my visitor, I did what a good host would do when friends visit; I offered the honey water I was sipping, to her. I poured some into a small bottle cap, placed it on the floor near her and waited with anticipation. What followed thereafter left me in awe. Eager to accept my friendship, Greenie (okay, I'd named it) immediately glided onto the bottle cap! I couldn't figure whether she was drinking the honey but it didn't matter. My first attempt was a success!

Encouraged by that, I got more bold. I leaned even closer.. my face just a few inches away from hers. And she didn't flinch one bit! Wow. I knew I had to record this amazing episode down. I dashed into my room, grabbed my camera and faithfully returned to her side. The next thing that happened marked the most touching moment of our lives. I gently placed my index finger right infront of Greenie. Without a slightest bit of hesitation, she crawled onto it! And I almost wanted to cry!!! I felt an incredible sense of warm over me as Greenie stood there on my finger. It seemed like time had stood still. When I finally regained my consciousness, I lifted her up to my face to observe her closely and snapped more photos of her. Apart from the pretty vibrant wings, there were tiny little fur on them. Everything about her looked so mini.. her legs were even slimmer than the thinnest thread I've ever seen! I might not be able to see her eyes but I had a feeling she was trying to figure me out too.

Greenie seemed comfortable standing on my finger so I took her to my room, sat on my bed and continued to 'connect' with her. I knew this must be a sign from my Angel since I'd been asking for guidance about my life's direction. I also know that green is a color of healing and the symbolic meaning of a moth could mean 'psychic perception, intuition, prophecy and clarity'. I went a little crazier by helding her close to my face again and asked, ''Are you my Angel?'' I know.. you must think this Rheea was probably out of her mind. If I was insane, Greenie wasn't any better because right immediately I asked the question, she responded by flapping her wings! Now I really felt giddy. To prove I was really really out of my mind, I tried this again. And she answered with the same reaction!!! I couldn't remember how many attempts I did but I was convinced I was communicating with my Angel! Totally insane. Oh and I forgot to mention it was way past midnight. Talking to a moth at this hour? HA! Almost an hour passed.. I started to get sleepy. Greenie didn't show any sign of wanting to leave yet. I tried coaxing her to go by gently jerking my finger... no reaction. I turned my finger downward and upward, down and up and down... again no movement. I blew on her face.. still no reaction. She was adamant to stay. Finally I decided if I wanted to make her go, I had to take her out. I carefully placed her outside my window pane, making sure I left the window ajar so she could come in again if she wanted to.

When morning came, Greenie was gone. I never see her again from that day on but that precious hour we spent together will always remain in my heart. I feel really blessed to know that my Angels are always somewhere near me.. whether I see them or not. :)

My Works At Esplanade Shop

As I've mentioned, you may now find my works at another store and it is inside this HUGE 'durian' of Singapore. Yummy~

(Esplanade, also known as the 'big durian' is a performing arts venue for local and international performances).

Esplanade Shop is located at, 8 Raffles Avenue #02-02, Singapore 033801.

Their management is pretty strict with the 'no photo-taking within the shop' rule so I wasn't able to snap photos on some of the coolest stuffs they carry. Apparently you can find a wide variety of merchandise in this shop. From postcards, music cds, books, apparels, fashion accessories to their signature commemorative coins of the Esplanade. If you're here on a holiday, be sure to drop by and bring back some unique souvenirs with you!

How can you not get a lovely note card to go with that special gift? ;) My prints are also available here.

Also, when you visit the Esplanade from now till July, don't forget to say hello to these erm........... interesting looking guys. These ethereal figures are the creation of Pakistani sculptor, Khalil Chishtee. See how he transformed the plain-looking plastic rubbish bags we use in our daily lives into these inspiring work of art.

My favorite! Isn't he the coolest?

I can't help but wonder whose these belong to.................... Lol.

Could it be hers???? Oh my, someone pls help her down!!!!!

You may even find these adorable comic doodles along the stretch of wall at the underground leading to the CityLink Mall. Anyone is welcome to 'vandalise' them! 

The chinese phrase, '天天向上' means to be keen in learning and progress everyday.

Hahaha. This is so cute!

Updates

First thing first...

Nono has made a full recovery! Part of the reason I was worried sick before the surgery was because even though I always call him my 'boy' and he clearly behaves like a puppy, Nono is already 8 years old. Like human, the risk and complications invloved is higher for older animals as well. I'm so glad to see him running around (and tearing down) the house once again. This, I have alot to be thankful for; the brilliant nurses and vet at Joyous Vet, words of prayers and encouragment from all of you. AND very importantly, my mum for taking extra care of Nono over the last two weeks.

After two weeks of mental and emotional distress, Nono is finally free from wearing the cone-collar! I feel he is a little sad to part with it now that he had grown used to having that around his neck. Don't you think he looked cute in it?

My brave boy!

Second piece of update...

Five months from now, I might be travelling in this huge ship to 5 different countries for 53 DAYS!

The Ship for Southeast Asian Youth Programme (SSEAYP) is an annual culture exchange programme organised by the Japanese Government and member-countries of ASEAN. Participating countries include Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. During the trip, we'll get to interact with 28 representatives from each of these countries to learn about our cultures differences, doing community service, performances... play, eat, sleep and shit together, for 53 days. Plus we'll even get to stay in their homes! This is going to be a life changing experience for me. That is, if I get selected.... Well, I got lucky during the first interview. Let's hope my luck prevails through the second round of interview tomorrow. Pls lend me all your lucky charms for a day!!!

Third piece of update...

You may now find my works in another store! This store is located at an iconic place in Singapore. That's all I'm going to reveal now. Stay tune for more details and pics in my next post. ;) Apart from this, I'm also working on a new postcards series and making plans for my children art classes. Busy busy!

For now, allow me to shift my attention back to work while you enjoy these random pics.

Is that a side view of a giant bird or Angel or something?

Vivo City shopping mall. One of my favorite hangout places. 

Enjoying a cup of tea with my love. 

Twister fries - These are sinfully yummy!!! 

I'm thinking of getting this top... what do you think?

 

Nice one.

Love this movie. I was laughing madly throughout the show.

 

This beautiful creature flew into my room just the other day. Not that I can see any wings on his body but it did flew in through the window. I managed to catch it in a bottle to have a clearer look. Don't worry, I'd released it once the photos were taken.

Woot! Guess whose bed this belongs to?

Tah-dahhhhh.............. My neighbour's FAT kitty, except that she looked much slimmer from this angle.

Wait. Did you notice something prominent on the cardboard? Let's take a closer look. Very thoughtful eh? But I have a bad feeling this is going to have a reverse effect... Curious passerbys might just start taking pics... and post them on their blogs.    

Everytime I step out of my house, I see this tree.... that remains me of an ostrich.

Finally.........

I'm an Angel too! XD Have a FUNtastic weekend!~~~