Laziness overruled

Opened up a page here, I've got so much to say but suddenly overruled by laziness...

I've got a wedding cake project for this Saturday, though it's just one tier, but it should be very decorative, it's going to be fondant covered :). Then next week is the crazy week... also seems like everyone decided to have party next week and want to order something REALLY special.

Firstly I've got BIL's 2 boxes of cupcakes ordered like weeks, month ago... one box is Korean theme, and the other box mahjong... the mahjong tiles are in the making already. Then I also have MC's standing doll cake, or we like to call it Barbie doll cake although it's not Barbie, this also she ordered like 2 months ago... Should be interesting.

Then I got this invites to the charity fair and I negotiated with BIL to deliver his cupcakes earlier of the week, MC's still has to be on Sat, but will start making it early the week, her doll cake needs a few days to construct and decorate.

And THEN just when I have decided that I have to, HAVE to close order for that week, next week, I've got an inquiry for a Ferrari. A FERRARI!!! Geezzz... how cool is that? and how tempting! Itchy hand. But realistically, and not to disappoint anyone, I told the customer I can't only do a small one, but since it's for 50 people, maybe have a simple, normaly square underneath for the car to sit? Awaiting reply, should know in the next few days.

AND THEN right... today, I got an inquiry for Hermes. A HANDBAG! How cool is that? and even more tempting! And yeah you guess right, it's for that very Friday same as the Ferrari. Geezz... I want to make them all, but how to manage? I will be so frustrated and stressed out. Just now when I was baking my 2 chocolate cakes (for the wedding cake), I was so tired I asked myself - Can I take a break tonight? But I know if I didn't get on with it, I wouldn't be able to meet the timeline.

Meanwhile, the TeaRoom info sheet and costing has been sent through, so now waiting for feedback on venue scouting and investor's contribution.

I told LGM I was sleepy, but want to blog, so I did! But leave this "original" without spell check :p

Oh... I went to an RPM class last night! After many weeks of morning workout, the gym looked extremely crowded last night. And I met MFG after gym last night :)

TeaRoom Test Kitchen

Good news! For me lah...

My cousin brother is quite a good chef... Remember I was so stressed out because I haven't got my lunch menu and savoury items? Though there are loads of recipes, but I just don't have time to try any of them out, besides, I'm not very skillful with my cooking hehe... So, finally MC suggested that I assign the project to cousin bro and the arrangement turned out just fantastic.

So, we have now shortlisted 3 items on the lunch menu. We will try about 6, choose a few then get on to the next assignment. I think I will have about 5 items to start TeaRoom and gradually add to about 10 items. Besides these, there will be a lot of snacks and dessert items, so one doesn't have to eat such a huge lunch, there will always be room in one's stomach for dessert! Haha... and if you are in a "junkie" mood, can have all sorts of little bites for lunch, why not? Must we eat so called "proper" meal during lunch?

Ohh... thanks for all the wishes and lucks. I hope I collect enough to start TeaRoom.

Updates...

I miss msn-ing with Swee during office hours :p. I've totally uninstalled Messenger, so not going to log on at all with office laptop. I'm trying to "clean up" the office laptop as much as I can - I GOT A NEW LAPTOP!

Hee...

Went laptop shopping with MFG yesterday, we went to 3 shops and I managed to make a decision in within about an hour or so. Very effective shopping when you get good advice ;). And you know what? The laptop is light blue in colour. Hardcore TeaRoom now haha... We went to Starbucks later on, chit chat, look at stuff on line and update him on my TeaRoom progress... until he had to leave for his dinner appointment and I had to rush back to complete Thomas the train cake and 2 other boxes of cupcakes delivery for today.

Before my meeting up with MFG, I went for a discussion with my TeaRoom investor and also his wife who can help us scout for the venue. I asked my investor when is the best time for him, in return, he asked me when can I be ready. Well... I need one month notice to resign, so now I guess it's all depending on the venue availability. But of course I have to work out two main piece of information - the product portfolio write up and costings.

I'm so excited about TeaRoom. Wish me luck!!!

It has been a crazy week!

First of all, good news!!!

Mum has given up stopping me from doing TeaRoom. So... there will be a discussion with my investor/ partner tomorrow, and lets see if I can go full force in making my dream come true soon! So happy...

Raya delivery week has been really crazy, lets see... these were what I've delivered:

2 carrot cakes
17 chocolate cakes
16 boxes of cupcakes
1 box of graduation cupcake
4 boxes of pineapple tarts
1 brownies
2 walnut, dates cake
about 200 chocolate chips cookies

All in one week. Luckily I had 3 helpers, otherwise, I couldn't have done that even if I had 36 hours a day. It could have been slightly less hectic if i could get another day of annual leave. Oh, there was a memo saying that everyone is not supposed to take leave till the new skin care is launched. I wonder what's the topic of our next memo.

Now that I've worked with some helpers, it gave me more confidence in training staff and quite sure that the tasks are quite easy to learn. Having said that I had help - my cousins by the way - I still had to handle the cakes on my own, except for the walnut dates cake. Cousin brother was the one who had done a great job in baking, the girls did more of the cupcake decorations. Oh, the chocolate ketupats are done by cousin brother. Paid out a few hundred to them as the wages today and everyone was very happy and really got a sense of achievement. Got feedback from customers already saying that they were happy with the deliveries.

I've forgotten to bring back my laptop adaptor, I've only half the battery left, so I must shut down soon to conserve some battery for the next few days in case I don't drop by the office to get the adaptor. Alternatively, I'll go get a new laptop. Haha...

Banned from Chit-Chatting

I got a memo from management last two days tell me that MSN and Yahoo messenger whatsoever instant chats are banned. We are to uninstall all of these programmes from our laptop and only keep skype as our official office communication tool.

Fine.

When my IT support colleague asked me "how many percentage do you want to remove?" *wink wink. I told him I will help myself don't worry, and deleted all the shortcuts. I will actually uninstall the programme once I got my personal laptop. Yeah planning to get one soon. So goodbye world, I will be appearing offline (really offline) from now on, until I quit this job, or during non office hour.

Full time TeaRoom

Today was a day of TeaRoom. Started baking and preparation for my Raya orders from 9am until about 6pm. I had my 2 cousins over to help, both extremely helpful and very fast learners, I hope they had fun too.

Working full time TeaRoom is actually very tiring compared with sitting in the office from 9am to 6pm. But still, I would prefer doing TeaRoom a zillion times more than my current job. Perhaps I was physically tired, but at work, it's mentally tired and very bored doing things that don't interest me anymore. What more with bosses and seniors who irritate the hell out of me.

Today was like the real TeaRoom life - prepare for physical hard work, getting hands dirty, downgrading hour wages, pressure... But I know I really want to do this.

"Jia You!"

Saturn Transit

My colleague just told me about the transit which happens every 2 1/2 years. So it has just begun and this is the time things will change and we must try to attract what we want.

So I googled to find out about the Transit of Saturn over my zodiac sign.

Effect of Saturn Transit on Cancer (Karka)
Saturn is currently transiting your third house. Saturn is going to give you good results and enhance your confidence and give you the desired results which you were expecting for a long time. Conditions at work place will also improve and you are likely to get full support from your superior and bosses. Success is assured from all spheres. Traveling will be beneficial for you. People in business should expect good results and gains from deals. Your honor and prestige will be on upswing in this transit. You may also go on a long-awaited pilgrimage. However, you need to be more confident in your approach. Short journeys could be tiresome. Throat and ear related problems should be considered seriously.

You might feel the desire for more education from many different sources. You may notice that there are increased opportunities to learn through workshops, seminars etc. This 3rd house has a lot to do with your immediate environment as it rules siblings, neighbors and routine in that regard. It also has to do with your mental abilities and mental processes. Saturn transit will give good effects and favorable period. You will get pleasure, honor and expand your social base. Domestic life will be harmonious though you may face some trouble through your brothers. You will enjoy sound health. Chronic sufferers will get relief.

This is for MC and BIL:

Effect of Saturn Transit on Leo (Simha)

Saturn is transiting your second house. You are in the third and last phase of your Sadhe Saati. Problems regarding loss of health, wealth will be there. Some friends, relations and colleagues may turn against you. Those in business may suffer financial losses. Domestic atmosphere will get vitiated by arguments and altercations. Family troubles and financial worries will crop up. Delay and hindrance will continue in all your ventures. Business people have to pass through a period of frustration. Fresh investment and further expansion of business should be with held. There are also chances of you being misquoted and misunderstood. Even your spouse may not understand you correctly. Your enemies will be at large in this transit and may disturb your peace. Saturn seeks to make you more responsible with your own money so that you will have more money in the end. By the time this transit is over, you will have a new appreciation for money and what it can do for you.

Eii? Hmm...


MFG's

Effect of Saturn Transit on Aquarius (Kumbha) :Saturn is currently transiting your eighth house or you are under the sway of Ashtam Shani. You will feel a squeeze on shared financial money. This could include anything from insurance, taxes, stocks, bonds, inheritance, debts, loans or anything else that is a shared resource with a partner. This can be with a marriage partner or business partner. There is a strong possibility that you will need to learn how to live with less money especially if you have had "shared" money with someone else. Remember that Saturn doesn’t cause trouble. All it does is bring it to the surface. Saturn going through your 8th House doesn’t have to indicate anything like the world shaking. Saturn transiting the eighth brings about sexual dysfunctions, whether we encounter these in ourselves or in our partners. We may face difficulties satisfying our partner and/or encounter problems with intimacy. Life will be quiet unsteady. Saturn’s transit in this house is poised to spoil your health and undiagnosed health problems may be a matter of concern. You may suffer from chronic ailments. Financial matters and all transactions could come under a cloud and strain. Loss of position, wealth is possible. You will face undue delay in recovering long pending dues. Expenditure will be more than income. You are likely to get some unexpected money like from legacy insurance etc.

Hmmm...

But, sounds like good outlook for Cancerian. Maybe it's a good time to start TeaRoom. :)