Sunday, November 30, 2008
ICA D&D 2008
 As I've mentioned in the previous post, I accompanied mom to her company's Annual Dinner & Dance, last night. This year, it is once again held at the Ritz Carlton Millennia. It was only back in 2006 when they held the D&D at the same venue. I wonder why the repetition? Haha. Anywho, we didn't really dressed up for the 2006's D&D as mom was still in an "unstable" condition due to the discovery of my dad's second marriage. But this year, it's a totally different story! In fact, since the beginning of 2008, mom already had plans to attend this year's D&D, all dressed up. Well, that is obviously an exciting thought and I'm extremely glad everything went as planned last night.Thanx a whole lot to mom's bestie for giving us a lift in her comfortable Toyota Wish. Mom initially wanted to drive but I didn't really approve. I rather take a cab! Ok don't question me why. Haha! So yeah, before long, we already found ourselves in the lobby of the hotel. I was quite disappointed with the deco of the lobby though. It just lacks the "WOW" factor! Sigh. Anyways, we quickly proceed to the grand ballroom to grab our door gifts, find our seats and then settle down. Soon after, we decided to head out to the open area outside the ballroom to have a FREE professional photoshoot taken by "picture ME" (www.pme.com.sg) [1st picture above]. Awesome, no? :)     Hmmm... know what? The only thing that catches my attention last night was the lovely dresses and suits worn by women and men of all age. They look damn good! I guess, everyone really took the effort to dress up for the event. Sadly, I feel their effort went down the drain as everyone was disappointed over the programme. Despite the entertaining emcee, he miserably failed to capture the guests' attention. Perhaps, it's due to the same "activity" that took place at the 2006 dinner! I remember everything vividly and I must say, it's such a carbon copy. I already lost interest at the beginning of the dinner! Now, here comes the worst part. THE DINNER itself!
    I'm sure everyone expects a wonderful banquet experience in a 5 star hotel, no? Unfortunately, Ritz Carlton failed to serve delicacies that are of a high standard. The overall taste of the dishes and the way it was served just lacks a little something. I definitely couldn't savour most of it. I may sound picky but I can't be that wrong if most of the guests agreed on this, right? So anyways, here's what we had. Can U spot which two dishes that are missing? Hehe.       By 10.30pm, I was already so sleepy and I wish I could just go home. I endured a little and soon enough, everything was over. I was so relieved! Haha. Mom bid goodbye to all her colleagues and off we went. Imagine more than 500 guests at least, leaving the ballroom at once! Simply chaotic! Overall, I feel that the D&D was just fine. I do expect it to be way better actually. Oh wells. Mom said we shall not attend next year's D&D but I say, if it's held at a different hotel, then why not? Hahaha! I don't know... I do love attending events like this despite knowing that it will eventually be boring. :P     Regards,Niz
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