An awesome and awful weekend...

The weekend was good, because I didn't have to work. Yes, I just finished my run of 12 nights in a row! Finally, I'd get 4 days off, which is awesome! No, awesome doesn't even begin to describe how good it feels, to be able to do normal things again...

We went out for yumcha @ The Oriental Tea House, located on Chapel St. We initially went to the one in Chadstone, but couldn't get a park, because everyone was seeking air-conditioning indoors!! It was a stinking 46.4 degrees on Saturday...

The decor in The Oriental Tea House :) Quite nice huh???

Mei's all smiles when she doesn't have to work on a weekend :) WHEE..... kekekekeke...

Jonny boy just had a hair cut. I'm still getting used to him... I reckon he doesn't look AS different this time around, as compared to the last few times he had his hair cut. 

The weather returned to normal on Sunday - yes, it was only 20 degrees on Sunday. We had a brief thunderstorm and rain on Sunday morning, which was good! I hope it did contribute, albeit a little bit, to extinguishing the bushfires that have hit parts of Victoria. 

I've been following it on the news. So, far more than 130 people have perished in the shocking bushfires. Some deliberately lit by some inconsiderate bastards, some... I suppose, it's just been too hot and dry here. Investigations are in place, to find out the culprits of the fires, but more importantly, this is a state emergency, and everyone's been offering a helping hand to the victims and family members of those who were involved. To those who lost their loved ones, those who lost their homes, those who lost their belongings, those who lost... everything. I'm sorry doesn't even cut it. 

The hospital system is being stretched because of the increasing numbers of admissions. Those who are working in ED and trauma, you guys are doing a wonderful job! And to the CFA and SES teams, we can never thank you enough for risking your lives, to save others. 

Apparently, 22 of the fires are still raging and spreading violently. I hope everyone stays safe! 2009 so far, hasn't been a terrific one for me. But I'm still thankful that I have my loved ones around me, in the pink of health, and I still have a job that's secure. 

Stay safe, everyone...