tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237775203323075742024-03-13T10:46:54.232+08:00kaYren original©Karen Kuek reporting live...kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.comBlogger809125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-16808286907403332002016-01-06T13:47:00.003+08:002016-01-06T13:47:48.766+08:00Fifteen wonderful memories in Twenty-Fifteen6th January 2016<br />
Took me six days to come up with this post...the power of procrastination!<br />
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Twenty-Fifteen was indeed an exciting year for me.</div>
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Many unplanned, uncertain and unforgettable events happened throughout this year, I must say.<br />
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I'm rather bumped in writing long posts, so let the pictures tell the stories of the past year..<br />
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After the New Year, I flew back to KL and the year started with - finally - the shoot for Asia's Got Talent in Pinewood, Johor for the Judges' Audition. 350 or more crew in the production from various countries and hundred of acts performing in front of the audiences. It was one great team and I have to say, I enjoyed every bit of the shoot in the studio without much of a stress. The shoot them moved to Singapore for the semi finals and finale. There, I was given the opportunity to Assist Direct the shoot. It was tough - mentally and emotionally - but I made it through with lots of encouragement.</div>
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In between the Judges' Audition and Semi Finals of Asia's Got Talent, I had a break and I randomly booked a return flight to Laos on a solo vacation. I flew to Vientiane and quickly hit the road in a sleeper bus to Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng. Weather wasn't on my side. Forest fires were massively happening everywhere. But nevertheless, it was one great trip to start the year.</div>
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In between the Semi Finals and Finale of Asia's Got Talent, there was another break. It was another flight for a vacation and this time, I had a beach vacation at Boracay, Philippines. I had a shock upon arrival as it was so commercialised and packed with tourists! The sunsets I watched every day took my breath away. It was just so beautiful. Stayed with an awesome host and went around the island like a local.</div>
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I'm a bit disappointed with my planning last year. I did ONE dive only throughout the year and it was in Boracay. Luckily it was a wreck dive, eventhough I didn't enjoy it as much because I was diving with a new diver and had to cut the dive short because he ran out of air *sweats* </div>
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ONE DIVE ONLY!!!</div>
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The reason to why I only did one dive in Boracay is because I spent most of my time - still in the sea - but I was kite surfing instead! Took up a 3 days course on kite surfing, got burnt very badly on my face, stepped on sea urchins but it was one heck of an achievement! Thanks to much encouragement, now I have a new hobby!</div>
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Best part of my career...I PARTIED WITH MELANIE C, my childhood idol from Spice Girl! Nothing can describe that night where she rocked the DJ console to end our wrap party for Asia's Got Talent!</div>
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The next project I signed up for last year was one which I have been waiting for since the first season. I was super excited until... a day before the shoot, I fell very ill. I barely ate for five days, was too weak to work and couldn't sleep well. I was later sent back home to recover and it was then I found out that it was caused by something "supernatural". Yes, believe it or not?!</div>
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Wannabe Tomb Raider 2.0 brought us to Indonesia for a hike to Mount Merapi, the 2nd toughest volcano to hike in Java Island. It was freezing cold. We hiked through the night to reach the summit for sunrise. Unfortunately, we didn't make it up to the summit on time but nevertheless, the view was just breathtakingly beautiful.</div>
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Stargazing in Penanjakan Viewpoint was the highlight of my photo-taking experiences. FYI, no photoshop was done to this photo. The stars are real! Temperature was at 3degress, hands were numb but heck, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to stargaze, in Mount Bromo!</div>
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Ruby came to Kuching for a vacation and of course, I was the tour guide - best in town! It was all about food and one of the most adventurous activities we did was kayaking! 7km downstream Sungai Sarawak Kiri. It wasn't as tough as I thought it would be. Kayaking in Kuching...checked!</div>
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<b>ELEVEN</b></div>
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I had the privilege to travel Indonesia on a food show. Definitely a fun team to work with. I explored Batam, Makassar, Malang and Banyuwangi. Experienced my first heat stroke and had to be in hospital on oxygen for 30minutes...shikes!</div>
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Bread Street Kitchen for dinner was the highlight of my work trip in Singapore! Finally after months of waiting for the restaurant to be opened. Ordered this humongous beef burger and it was one mouth-watering goodness. Had a food coma right after the meal. Can't wait to make another reservation to try other food there next time! Gordan Ramsey's restaurant...checked!</div>
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<b>THIRTEEN</b></div>
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I did not have the opportunity to finish working on Fit For Fashion Season 2 in Bintan, Indonesia. I was glad that I could work on the finale in Singapore. It was a three days shoot and I had a chance to "walk the runway" (standing-in actually) in front of live audiences! *laughs*</div>
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<b>FOURTEEN</b></div>
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My bestie, Tiffany finally managed to surprise me on my birthday. She failed miserably for the past few years but last birthday, she made it awesome! Everything happened coincidentally. Thankfully, I was too tired to even check up on her when she was late. She parked the car by the side - mind you, I was just sitting not far away from where she parked - and decorated the car boot with this goodies! My heart stopped when I opened it and was very surprised to see what she did. Amazing work, bestie!</div>
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<b>FIFTEEN</b></div>
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The last project of year 2015 was with this bunch of crazy yet professional team. From one week to two to more than a month. I spent a fair share of time in Singapore with sleep deprivation but thankfully we had awesome food as a compensation to that. Shoot was tough but with everyone hanging on to finish the shoot, it made things much better for all. I had the opportunity to Assist Direct the finale and though it was a tough one day shoot, I wouldn't have done it without this team!</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">GOODBYE, TWENTY-FIFTEEN!</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Looking forward to more awesomeness in Twenty-Sixteen!</span></b></div>
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kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-8992189124074918182015-09-04T11:07:00.004+08:002015-09-04T11:07:25.939+08:00My Ghost Story Asia Season 3...the Philippines<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Date: 20th - 28th August 2015</div>
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Traveled from Manila to Baguio to Bataan to interview five eery ghost stories from every day people.</div>
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kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-52034333397356425382015-06-17T17:23:00.001+08:002015-06-17T17:23:42.046+08:00Asia's Got Talent [Season 1]<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
By far one of the biggest project I've ever worked on.</div>
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From October 2014 to May 2015.</div>
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From Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios, Johor, Malaysia.</div>
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To Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.</div>
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With hundreds of crews from all over the globe.</div>
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And of course, meeting my childhood idol...Melanie C from Spice Girl!</div>
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was definitely a dream come true!</div>
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Happy Chinese New Year! </div>
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May the year of the Goat brings prosperity, happiness and health to all!</div>
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HUAT, HUAT, HUAT AR!!!</div>
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Stuart was given to me by Karen Katz; the best Executive Producer that I've ever worked with. Since then, Stuart has been my travel buddy, appearing in almost every photos I took of the places I visited, food I ate and friends I met.</div>
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Here are some of his adventure...</div>
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kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-81560810039982321652014-07-14T11:12:00.001+08:002014-07-14T11:12:06.134+08:00Turtle Encounter!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Encountered this turtle during a dive at D'Lagoon, Perhentian Island. At first, I thought it will swim away if I go any closer, but instead, it surprised me by staying so close to me. I was in awe watching this turtle slowing moving away, giving me a chance to film it at such close distance.</div>
kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-20913945614533430122014-06-15T22:05:00.002+08:002014-06-15T22:05:19.682+08:00Dungun, Terengganu<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Spent a good two months in this little town call Dungun in Terengganu for a reality TV shoot. A peaceful town indeed with fresh seafood but little pork and beer. Two more weeks before leaving this town. Will miss being here!</div>
kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-82016738895626112722014-04-13T20:14:00.002+08:002014-04-13T20:14:46.127+08:00Rookie Days<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been 3 months since I started my long break from work and it's been a while since I managed to secure a project as it seemed like there's not much projects happening the first quarter of this year. Boredom strikes as I had been homebound in KL for a month now. It would be better to be homebound in Kuching - no water rationing, no haze, no traffic.</div>
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Had a call last Saturday to see if I can work for a pilot project as a runner/equipment van driver. After thinking for 5 minutes, I called back and confirmed the job. It was an 8 days job with 3 off days in between. </div>
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Back to my rookie days as a Production Assistant cum Van Driver. I had earlier calltime than anyone else. Had to drive to pickup 2 crew members and the equipment van an hour before the calltime on location. It was not much a hassle and stress but I hate the traffic especially during the peak hours.</div>
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4 days has passed...another 4 more days to go.</div>
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It's somewhat more relaxing being a rookie all over again :)</div>
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Went for a UK Education Fair today and met with many UK universities who offers Postgraduate Studies in Film & TV. These are the few that I've shortlisted. Time to learn more about these universities and search for potential scholarships to apply!</div>
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Took a flight for a week stay in Miri right after the Cambodia trip last January. It was rather a 'down-the-memory-lane' trip than anything else. Upon arrival in the airport, I picked up the rental car and drove down to town for breakfast before visiting Curtin once more. The rain never stopped all through the days I was there, so there was nothing much I could do.</div>
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Visiting Curtin brought so much memories. Though the campus was rather quiet, I get to 'walkabout' and spend some time meeting lecturers. The campus grew slightly bigger; with an addition of a new building, but everything remained...and of course I had my favourite 'Full Moon Toast' as usual.</div>
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Though it was raining for the days I was in Miri, it never stopped me from getting myself to the beach and have some alone time (with some company of sandflies). I visited Tanjong Beach and was disappointed when seeing the beach in ruins. Thankfully, Esplanade was still clean and taken care of despite the monsoon weather bringing debris to the beach.</div>
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Miri has always been a great place to stay and it was home for a good two years during my study years in Curtin. The city has developed every passing year. I'll be back soon to see more changes!</div>
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We soon found ourselves in the capital city of Cambodia, Phnom Penh after a seven hours bus ride from Siem Reap. The bus was comfortable and the drive was somewhat slow and very safe. We arrived near the Central Market where we took a tuk-tuk for USD2 to Mad Monkey Hostel. We checked in and was brought three floors up to our room (the bar was just a floor down).</div>
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It was late afternoon and we booked ourselves for a USD6 BBQ dinner at the hostel's bar. We took a short walk and found a stall which was selling baguette. We paid USD1 each and it was so delicious; except for the part where Tiffany swapped mine with her double dose of chillies! </div>
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My mouth was burning and I couldn't feel my lips as I took my last bite of the baguette. We went to the bar and had our free glass of Cambodia draft beer while we waited for our dinner to be served. Not long after, Maurice from Germany came and sat with us through dinner. We were introduced to Sam and another friend and later, we met with Alejandro whom we saw the day before in Bayon. We had a few glass of beer while enjoying our BBQ dinner. We even had a few shots! Much later that night, we had our game of beer pong!</div>
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We called it a night at about midnight. We had a late morning the next day but I was worn out since the first day we arrived. We woke up rather late and I had a box of milk before we shared a tuk-tuk with two ladies from the UK to The Killing Fields. After putting on the audio device, I took a slow walk (following the numberings) and indulged myself with the history of this place. It was gruesome and sadness overwhelmed me.</div>
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After an emotional tour in The Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng Museum, we went back to our hostel to grab ourselves some food and chilled before our Mekong River Cruise for sun set. A tuk-tuk came to pick us up from the hostel to the jetty and we were surprised to find out that we were the only ones in the cruise! *laughs*</div>
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We had a long walk back to the hostel. The night was cold but it was a good walk and we called it a night as soon as we reached the hostel. We finally had a much longer and needed sleep before another day's walk in Phnom Penh.</div>
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We found a small kopitiam and decided to give it a try. We ordered (dishes were not in English) and it was one of the best dishes we've had to far. After refueling ourselves over breakfast, we started our walk around the 'tourist spots' according to a map we bought the day before. We were supposed to visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda but unfortunately when we arrived, it was closed. So we walked straight to the National Museum and had a good tour in the museum. Coincidentally, we met three Sarawakians who were working with the Sarawak Museum and had a chat. The walk continued to Wat Phrom at the top of the hills and later we found a Maybank ATM where we took a bit of cash without any overseas charges *woohooo* and continued to the Central Market where we got ourselves some souvenirs!</div>
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Our last day in Phnom Penh.</div>
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After packing up and checking out from our hostel, we took an early morning walk to the Independence Monument and had a quick bite before heading to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda.</div>
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<b>It was an awesome six days in Cambodia and definitely will make a trip here again, but this time to Silhanoukville (for sun, sea, sand and diving, of course!). </b></div>
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This trip was planned sometime in October 2013. It was much of a random plan. It started with myself planning for a trip after my six month long project and it went on with some suggestions of having a girls' vacation to somewhere outside of Malaysia and finally, we booked out flight tickets to Siem Reap and our hostels for five nights in Cambodia.</div>
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Date was 15th January 2014.</div>
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It was the first flight from LCCT to Siem Reap. We reached the airport, checked in and had a quick bite in the departure hall. Flight was on time and I watched the sun rose from my seat. I managed to get a short nap before the pilot announced for landing.</div>
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We filled up the arrival card, get our passport stamped and took a USD2 motorbike ride to The Mad Monkey Hostel where we checked in for USD12 in a double room with ensuite bathroom. We took breather before our very long and cold tuk-tuk ride to our first stop of the day. We didn't expect the cold weather and of course, we were not prepared for it. My lips were hardened and I could barely speak, but I enjoyed the whole ride.</div>
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We were recommended to visit this site by our motorcyclist. We paid USD40 for the whole day. We arrived at the temple site and there were lots of tourist around. The sun was shinning and I could feel some heat, alas! The temple was in ruins, beautiful ruins. We climbed over stones and ventured into the ruins.</div>
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We spent close to an hour in the ruins before taking another long drive for hot lunch. We both had soup! After lunch, we took another tuk-tuk ride to Kampong Phluk for a boat ride. We were taken aback when we had to pay USD25 per person instead of USD8 which was written in a website. Owh well~</div>
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The tuk-tuk ride was bumpy! The butt hurts of course! When we arrived at the jetty, I was surprised when only both of us in one big boat. The boat ride was slow and there were nothing to see, only until the sight of wooden houses on stilts came in the picture. There were beautiful~</div>
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We arrived at the shop on the river and there were many women in small boats waiting by the side. We paid USD5 each and hopped into the small boat and paddled our way into the swamp. It was surreal. Mystical and enchanting.</div>
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It was a breathtaking hour paddling in the swamp. We went back into our big boat and it brought us into Tonle Sap where we parked and waited for the sun to set. More boats parked around us. I sat at the bow and sat quietly, admiring the beauty of the lake.</div>
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It was a few minutes before the sun sets. We decided to take the boat back to the jetty and head back to our hostel. The view through the river was just amazing.</div>
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The road was dark. There were no streetlights. It was even colder than it was during the day. But the moon lit our way home.</div>
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We arrived in our hostel, took a short breather and went to Top Banana Bar for our free Cambodian draft before having our dinner in a kopitiam by the roadside. We called it a night, but it was so noisy that I hardly slept that night...not to mention we had to wake up at 4am the next morning for the sun rise in Angkor.</div>
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We woke up early, took our hot shower and went on a tuk-tuk - freezing eventhough we were in our sweaters and scarfs - to Angkor Archeological Park. We paid USD20 per person and took a dark, mysterious walk and setup ourselves for the sun rise. I had a glass of hot chocolate while waiting for the sun to rise. People were crowding around me. </div>
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After witnessing the sunrise, we had our breakfast before embarking on our Tomb Raider expedition. I was in awe. Every rock, every carvings, every statue amazed me. We walked, we climbed. We dwelled ourselves with history. We visited Angkor Wat, Ta Phrom and Bayon. There were a lot of walks and tourists left and right.</div>
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Half a day gone, well-spent at Angkor Archeological Park. We took an extra tuk-tuk ride to the War Museum and had a good English tour about the country's past history, a very gruesome history but one which everyone must learn from. There were so many guns, armors, tanks.</div>
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I definitely would love to come back to Siem Reap for more adventure!</div>
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It's been a week since we bid farewell to Twenty-Thirteen. I barely celebrated the coming of Twenty-Fourteen as I was caught up with work through Christmas and through the New Year. I came home early to avoid the traffic and watched a glimpse of fireworks from the balcony. I bought myself movie tickets and spent a good 6 hours in IOI Mall watching two movies back-to-back. So, that makes the first movie for Twenty-Fourteen!</div>
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So the new year went on as usual; sitting in the editing suite for hours, delivering DVDs and tapes to station, scheduling for deadlines. I was in the editing suite until 1.30am on Saturday but it was alright as I was happily counting down the days for this project to end. Sunday came and I finally had my pancake fix with Amy! Yummy-licious pancake! ...writing this made me crave for it again...aiks!</div>
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I get to spend more time at home this week, of course, spending more time with Little Dimpled Duck. It's always the greatest when hearing him calling me whenever I get home and giving me a goodnight kiss before he goes to bed *awwwwww* He's turning 28 months soon...so big already! ><<br />
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This half year project is almost over, which means it's time to turn in the company phone. Since I do not need both phones to be 'Smart Phone', I decided to change into this little Samsung instead. It's cheap...RM90 with a year warranty *laughs* No more whatsapp for my 013, yah! Anything text lah~</div>
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Sitting here in the editing suite waiting for the promo tape to be printed and to deliver it to station...looks like tomorrow is my last visit to this place and the last tape to deliver to station! Though there are some hiccups again (as usual), but it's finally settled and we are wrapping this project soon! One day more...one day more...</div>
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the last episode of 3R on TV3</div>
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the season finale ends with an adventure for both the hosts and the production team.</div>
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the season ends with smiles and laughter from everyone who gave their effort and sleeping hours.</div>
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Don't forget to catch the season finale of 3R this Sunday, 12th January 2014, 7.30pm on TV3</div>
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Today, I pen the first word in the first blank page of my new 365 days book. </div>
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It's January, 1st 2014.</div>
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The day started with some fireworks at the stroke of midnight.</div>
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2014...I'm determine to make a great story out of you!</div>
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This year passed in a blink of an eye. It felt like New Year a month ago. Was I superbly busy this year that the time flies without me noticing that it's the end of 2013?</div>
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It was definitely a busy year for me. I've been working non-stop since the start of 2013 and will be finishing this year on a project as well. There were so many ups and downs, tears and joy through this year but no matter what happened before, this year was a blast!</div>
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I started the year with my very first overseas shoot in Jakarta, Indonesia for 10 days. It was for My Ghost Story Asia Season 2. I brought a team of seven from Malaysia, teaming with the Indonesian team, the Filipino team and the Thai team through a span of 2 months. It was a stressful shoot but being with great teammates, it made everything smooth sailing.</div>
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I had my first solo traveling to Philippines for two weeks! I climbed Mount Pinatubo, toured Corregidor Island, dived in Puerto Galera and lots more. It was by far, the greatest trip ever! Next...a month in Philippines to travel as many islands as possible.</div>
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After 10 years of having the dream of working in 3R, I was given the opportunity to produce it! It started with a 7 episodes of reality series called Projek3R and continued with a 13 episodes 3R. It was by far the toughest project ever but I learnt a whole lot.</div>
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I've never had so many interns working in my project until I was given...12 interns in total this year! It started with 9 interns in Projek3R and 3 interns in 3R. It was hard to manage but they were of a lot of help especially in having extra pair of hands in production. There were good interns, there were great interns but there were horrifying interns as well. I wish each and everyone of them the best in their future undertakings and a big thanks for being a part of 3R family!</div>
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I bought a new Rode Mic and a new Manfrotto Monopod for my 60D...feels slightly complete with the new gears. Now let's see what's next to add on the camera. The only downside is the more I add on, the heavier the camera gets and it's not convenient when traveling but heck, that's the purpose! *laughs*</div>
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Yeap, that sums up to thirteen items checked this year. It's the last Friday of year 2013 and I'm still trying to finish up the work here before my REAL holiday begins. It's not fun to work through the holidays, especially when seeing everyone having fun taking leaves an all. Oh well, that's not how it works when working Freelancing. </div>
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Twenty-Thirteen has been great to me! Though many ups and downs but what is life if there's no challenge to it.</div>
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Let's toast to another amazing year ahead!</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">HAPPY TWENTY-FOURTEEN!</span></b></div>
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<b>It was one great trip with Mum and more trips coming up next!</b></div>
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the two awesome besties planned a surprise but it failed after I got lost trying to find the restaurant. these two besties are just awesome! love them to bits!</div>
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Finally, I had the chance of shooting underwater for 3R!</div>
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Hope those shots turn out well and many more underwater shoots to come!</div>
kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-80022175530318370312013-10-26T17:19:00.001+08:002013-10-26T17:19:46.874+08:00High School Dream Came TrueExactly 10 years ago, I dreamt of working with 3R.<br />
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I remembered there was once, my friends went to a 3R event in Kuching Waterfront. I was caught up with tuition and wasn't able to make it to the event. My friends came back to school, showing their photographs and bragged about meeting the 3R hosts then.<br />
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Since that incident, I was determined to work hard and one day to see myself working in 3R.<br />
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<b>Ten years later, I produced 3R!</b></div>
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Presenting the new generation of 3R hosts - Yvonne, Dayah and Amirah.</div>
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It was not what I expected but anyway, the challenges faced during the production of 3R gave me new experiences and knowledges for future project. I'm proud to be a part of 3R.</div>
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It's been a good 2 months going back to the hospital. Long hours of waiting, being referred here and there and endless tests. At least I get to do my therapy once a week now and I'm on a splint. Hope this gets settled soon as it gets annoying at times when the hand starts going wonky and painful. Urgh!</div>
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kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-50719069161627181992013-08-21T20:40:00.001+08:002013-08-21T20:40:28.744+08:00Projek3R<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="344" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/XKQlwJcYVyo" width="459"></iframe></div>kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-91883596285255945122013-08-21T20:33:00.000+08:002013-08-21T20:33:01.621+08:00Ramblings...<div style="text-align: justify;">
A sudden trip back home for medical treatment while in the midst of post production for a reality show and pre production for a TV program. Visit my grandaunt every morning after breakfast for a traditional massage and back home to work; calls, smses, whatapps, emails... worst part is can't sit too long, can't stand too long, can't lie down too long *restless*</div>
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There's just so much 'organizing' to do; left and right.</div>
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So many parties to communicate with.</div>
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At some point, I'm not sure if this is exactly what I would do for long run.</div>
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<b>Some ramblings from a stressed up Karen...</b></div>
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Here I am working day and night and he's there taking a breather from his past months of ups and downs. I envy him. Rains been pouring over there, flash floods every where...I pray that he is safe. Can't wait to see him! Miss him terribly.</div>
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Planning for the holiday in Hong Kong and Macau this October/November with mum. There's so many places to go but it seemed like one week's too short. I somehow expect that it won't be exactly a quiet holiday for me...with shootings and post productions going on that time, but at least it's a getaway in between the stress. Yes! I'll be diving in Hong Kong! *woots* Can't wait to see what's in those waters!</div>
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Projek3R coming on air this Saturday, 24th August at 6pm on TV3! </div>
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Gotta watch it on TV...it's been a long while since I last watch a show I worked in on TV, mostly because I don't have time for TV and I don't have ASTRO at home.</div>
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Many things happened since I started the 6-month long job. </div>
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So far in my working history, this project has the most interns...ever! I had in total of 9 interns working under me. It was not easy, teaching them from scratch. Some were very responsible and initiative and some were just plain lazy. I'm glad that as time passed, they improved. I would love to work with some of them in the near future.</div>
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It's still a learning process for me. Everything is rather new to me this time around. Producing a reality show to working with big clients and stations to the technical specifications of everything from production to post production. Glad to be given this opportunity!</div>
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I'm halfway into the 6 months job. One project almost complete...another project starting.</div>
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Little dimpled duck is now in KL, terrorizing the house, waking me up at 7am every day including Saturdays and Sundays, invading my room whenever the door is open and lots more of his cuteness that puts a smile on my face after a long, tiring day at work. Can't wait for him to call me 'kuku'!</div>
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This rambling is all over the place.</div>
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Anyway, it's been a long time since I last wrote some rambles.</div>
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Hoping to keep this blog alive but time just doesn't allow it...</div>
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<b>Signing off!</b></div>
kaYrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01546806927192716572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-823777520332307574.post-75719841915647118672013-08-20T12:59:00.001+08:002013-08-20T12:59:11.008+08:00Hong Kong this October!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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counting down the days till Hong Kong this October with mum!</div>
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