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EMBO 2011 -- Vienna, Austria

Roy Teo — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:45:04 GMT

It has been a while since any post whatsoever, so I reckon now is as good a time as any! I was 'recently' at a conference in Vienna, Austria. First time there, and while I wasn't as touristic as I could be ('business' trip yes) here are some frames from then! It was kind of a lonely-ish trip too as well, but anyway, on to the photos!

1) The church right smack in the middle of the town (Stephansdom in Stephansplatz). I probably have 'too' many frames of it, but considering that I was kind of staying near the church, do pardon the focus of the photos.

2) The interior of said church =)

And for some reason my photo application is refusing to open =I Shall try again in a different post or if you do know it, on FB! =)

Frame of the Day -- 5th March 2011/6th March 2011

Roy Teo — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 15:20:00 GMT

So no prizes for guessing the kind of event this frame was taken at. It is certainly been quite a learning experience these past few days, and surely there are take home messages that all of us should take home with. Perhaps the most important of which would be with regards to the impact we have in our spheres of influence (paraphrased). There was certainly a lot to digest, but nevertheless, taken toegether quite an eye-opener.

Prayer -- Something we should all be involved in. Besides, even though there were disappointments resulting from impromptu decisions, I am so blessed and thankful for forgiving company which culminated in a truly delightful evening subsequently. While short in duration, it was memorably special, and I really miss the time that flew by too quickly!

Frame of the Day -- 27th February 2011

Roy Teo — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 14:46:00 GMT

On a day when a new 'toy' was acquired, this frame was one of the 'trial' frames taken. There are nicer frames I suppose, but I shall just let this one be today's. Let's just say that while this is a relatively pricey hobby, there are surely more important endeavours to spend time and energy on What this may be, I will leave you to find out!

Ramly -- Not really, but probably bears a certain resemblance! It's actually from the Olives Cafe at Odeon Katong Besides, I think perhaps I should not have allowed the fry to b in the composition

Frame of the Day -- 23rd February 2011

Roy Teo — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:15:00 GMT

Today's frame speaks volumes, certainly much more than one can expound in words. Suffice to say that, it is for moments such as this which makes life so much more meaningful. And for the record, I am not referring to me having the privilege of being able to frame such a moment!

After all those years -- Exquisite, just simply, exquisite =)

Frame of the Day -- 21st February 2011

Roy Teo — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:38:00 GMT

Yes, it has been a while since I posted an entry. In fact, it is probably not (only?) because I am not taking one frame a day; probably more saliently, it is simply because we all have 24 hours a day, and how that time is prioritised can change due to certain events.

Short of being too cryptic, I challenge you to consider what is important to you, and to really put more value on time spent on that endeavour. Since one man's meat could very well be another's poison, I won't say what one should spend time on -- or perhaps, what is truly of value has not become obvious to you yet -- but nevertheless, you can probably surmise from the above why I haven't been uploading that many frames!

Raw hotpot -- so this was just before these went into some steaming mushroom-flavoured soup. And all on a pretty special day too! =)

Frame of the Day -- 28th January 2011

Roy Teo — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 14:39:00 GMT

Well, this entry was supposed to be posted yesterday, and I reckon, it requires it's own entry rather than a shared effort with the 29th =) Sometimes events just develop in a really unplanned way, I am not sure what the outcome would be, but perhaps, it will become evident in the not-too-distant future. In any case, it was a really memorable evening/night/morning, and I must again really thank you for making it all possible =)

Directions -- where are we heading?

Frame of the Day -- 26th January 2011

Roy Teo — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:50:00 GMT

What's really important in a relationship? There are probably different perspectives and priorities, but I believe one of the more important ones has to be communication.

Change -- well let's see, I'm certain there'll be! =)

Frame of the Day -- 25th January 2011

Roy Teo — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:53:00 GMT

There are certainly lots of things to learn everyday, regardless of how studious we have been, there will almost surely be new things to discover. Today was really an eye opener into apparently what has been going on behind the scenes since I left. It appears to be a sad state of affairs, but indeed, it is not my place to judge or criticise.

Practice -- Something I certainly need to do after receiving this really really thoughtful gift =) A most heartfelt thank you would surely still be an understatement!

Frame of the Day -- 23rd January 2011/24th January 2011

Roy Teo — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:49:00 GMT

It will certainly be an understatement to say that yesterday evening/night was a delight. Perhaps no words can fully describe feelings that are just simply, indescribable (and now that's a word to describe all inexplicably complex words =p). Surely, meaningful time spent can be so much more rewarding than any amount of money, or effort spent. Plus, some things are best enjoyed as private sentiment rather than public knowledge =)

Fine dining -- So now that cavier has been tasted

Frame of the Day -- 22nd January 2011

Roy Teo — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 15:19:00 GMT

it's been a really long time since I played badminton. Besides the fact that I didn't actually know where the hall was, at least I managed to get there somehow! Perhaps it's the whole idea of not being very used to physical activity of such sort, I'm feeling kind of exhausted!

Random -- Yeah, frame was 'desperately' taken a few minutes ago!

Frame of the Day -- 21st January 2011/22nd January 2011

Roy Teo — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 00:35:00 GMT

Due to the lateness of the hour, yesterday's frame gets uploaded today! There were quite a number of interesting conversations, albeit heavy at times, but nevertheless, one definitely has to appreciate fantastic company with friends. Not forgetting the 'rare' food as well!

Halved -- About half the Peking duck for about half the table? =)

Frame of the Day -- 20th January 2011

Roy Teo — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:15:00 GMT

People skills are probably one of the most sought after qualities in any relational-based job. Surely, high EQ is something that will stand the individual who possesses it in good stead. However, what I feel is perhaps more challenging is the qualities of long-suffering and patience -- the ability to both 'suffer' through difficult interactions, and yet be patient enough to persist through its necessity. Surely, that is a more laudable quality no?

Abstract -- Probably half an Olympic logo, but I shall leave it to your imagination to guess what it really is =)

Frame of the Day -- 19th January 2011

Roy Teo — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 15:43:00 GMT

Twas a really pleasant evening =) While I would like to write more (juicy? =p) details lest I forget, some things should really remain privately confidential. Kind of along the lines of 天知地知你知我知, rather than 全世界知!

Try -- the subsequent frame would have shown the molten chocolate interior flowing out, but unfortunately I had already taken this frame =P

Frame of the Day -- 18th January 2011

Roy Teo — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 14:22:00 GMT

I guess different people have different experiences, but I personally don't remember my dreams much, though I've heard that we dream every night! Nevertheless, last night's is still memorable for one reason in particular =) I shall not divulge the details suffice to say that perhaps, I have watched one too many spy thriller movies!

Esoteric -- In my field, sometimes the nomenclature can get a bit too technically specific. Do you know the meaning of 'Nonpyrogenic' without referring to some dictionary? =P Admittedly, I didn't, and imagine what if it were supposed to say the opposite; wouldn't it make more sense to say it in simple, understandable language?

Frame of the Day -- 17th January 2011

Roy Teo — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:59:00 GMT

Responsibilities are something that should be part and parcel of daily life. Everyone is given a measure of duties, be it for something simple like say, sweeping the floor or cooking a meal, to a more complex one like being the CEO of an MNC. It definitely requires us to exercise our own personal pride and of course actually be responsible for whatever we are supposed to do. How can we expect to get team results if not everyone is playing their roles?

Dropped -- well, this was a little challenging in a way, but let's just say I should try to perhaps look at getting a waterproof case or something =P

Frame of the Day -- 16th January 2011

Roy Teo — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:49:00 GMT

Today's frame looks very much like possibly a living area one would potentially like to have. Indeed, it's definitely really nice to be able to afford elegant decor for that highly sought-after house in these times, perhaps even more so when the property market (here) is on an upwards trend. However, what is in my opinion a lot more important is actually whether one can call the house home. More important than finding the perfect apartment location, or the auspicious number; more important than the final touches to the perfect interior design, or that fine china from, China, is whom we share the home with. In a sense, that's what really matters, a lot more so than the brick and mortar house itself.

Chicly retro -- Thank you for your generosity! Really happy that you've began your first foray into the corporate world =)

Frame of the Day -- 15th January 2011

Roy Teo — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 16:18:04 GMT

It's getting late and my eyes are beginning to droop, so perhaps this entry may not be as coherent as I would like. Do pardon me if so!

Like I've probably mentioned before, this isn't a food blog (per se? =p) but I believe it's probably due to the very built-up nature (read: laziness and lack of creativity =P) here, that it's sometimes simply easier to frame what I will have 3 times a day before me. Perhaps that's one reason why there's a whole deluge of food bloggers in societies like this. Though it's probably more due to us having fantastic food here =)

Scrumptious -- Thank you for letting me behind the wheel, and I certainly hope the drive was safely comfortable!

Frame of the Day -- 13th January 2011

Roy Teo — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:27:00 GMT

Work indeed takes up most of our waking hours at least in terms of time spent. However, what is probably important is how these hours are spent. Certainly, different people (and jobs) do have varied expectations and requirements in terms of time spent, but there must still be some form of balance lest burnout sets in. The value of hindsight is that it allows one to realise supervisors will practically always have (impossibly) stringent time frames or expectations, yet, in essence, there is also never really an end to the work that needs to be (can be) done. Hence, sometimes the onus is perhaps really on each of us as individuals to define what enough really means.

App app app -- if you haven't used this (especially if you're not an iPhone user), this pretty neat app is also available for Nokia mobiles =) albeit in beta though.

Frame of the Day -- 12th January 2011

Roy Teo — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:11:00 GMT

It's really great to be in comfortable company! =) Indeed, perhaps one of the more memorable snippets of conversation went something along these lines:

D: There's quite a unique taste to this one. Let me try it a bit more. *tastes a bit more* I'm sure I've had it somewhere before.

Me: *tastes a bit* Yeah, you're right, I think it's *tastes a bit more myself* durian probably.

D: Hmm, maybe, maybe. Let's ask 'Excuse me ah, what flavour is this?'

Lady: Mango flavour.

D: Ahhh *tastes a bit more* you're right! You know, he say *points at me* durian

Me: But but ...... *speechless, and tries to find a hiding hole*

Appetiser -- not the ~~durian~~ ahem mango thing though =)

Frame of the Day -- 11th January 2011

Roy Teo — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:21:00 GMT

It's actually quite a nice date today =) I would have written it as 11/1/11. Besides, wouldn't it be amazing if, say hypothetically speaking, it's the 1st or the 11th (or some permutation of that number) time you were with the date? =) Or perhaps it may be worst if you can't remember the number, or .... just walked into that self-laid trap.

Framed -- not really, traps can be unwittingly walked into *oops!*