Last night we had dinner in this place called “Colours” in Forest Hill. It was a typical Chinese suburban restaurant but with a couple of elderly Greek/Italian blokes singing some old jazzy tunes. We were there to celebrate two occasions. It was Theresa’s Auntie Hooi’s birthday as well as Uncle Seng/Auntie Ann’s wedding anniversary.

            After dinner they decided to visit our home. I had a beer at home before going to dinner, had about 3 glasses of champagne and 3-4 glasses of wine during dinner and so was primed to go straight to bed after dinner. The decision to adjourn to our home made that somewhat difficult. It also meant the drinks would continue to flow.

            They came over and 2 hours and several more servings of alcohol later, I stood outside our house as I see them sped off in their cars, driven in the usual manner of those who have had a long night out.

            We cleared up the place very quickly and by the time we crawl into bed, I was so gone. I woke up this morning therefore, with great difficulty. I had loads to do this morning and I didn’t need this sort of preparation. Especially when my mood at work has been damp recently. Sigh… Will go and catch some coffee now – it’s lunch time…