Can you think of any puns using the word 'faith'?

The day began much like the day before with me succumbing to the puppy dog eyes of Camou and bringing him out for his walk cum run.

We went this time to Bishan park near the Dog Run area. As usual Camou cavorted with the other dogs there,in this case a Golden labrador retriever. I also scoped out the dog run which was closed at the time. Really thinking of bringing Camou there next sunday for his 'temperament test'. He seems well behaved enough to be with other dogs and I would figure he would breeze through it given his size. Fingers crossed. I feel like a worried parent now at Primary One enrolment. haha..

After that I headed home and cooled off before showering.

Had my car washed at the Mobil opposite my house.

Then rushed to Suntec where I was to meet Faith for the last service. She got there before me although she had the presumption that she was the one that would be later. The auditorium was not fully filled (is that even grammatical?) and once the message started I found the reason why. Pastor Prince was away again and Pastor Joshua was giving the message for the day. As much as I adore Pastor Prince and have been greatly blessed by his preaching since I joined New Creation,I cannot fathom how people can skip church just because he is not preaching for that week. I think those that skipped service again this week are shallow and do not really have their hearts where it should be.

Faith enjoyed service better this week.

After service we went to the cinema next door to see if we could catch something good. Faith wanted to watch Constantine but it was not out yet. Release date: 8th February. We then took a walk over to Marina to check out the movies over there with much the same results. In the end it was a choice between Finding Neverland and The Aviator. I chose the former.(I noticed I am more assertive and make decisions more readily nowadays.Wonder if it has a little something to do with not having an oppressive bitc..I mean...'female dog' by my side? )

After getting the tickets we still had time to spare so we went to Marina Loft for a drink and maybe a small bite at my behest (I am on a roll now...). Faith got the drinks.Good girl. She was momentarily fazed by my request for herbal tea but managed to get my order right. She agrees that the view is not bad. You can see the Esplanade and the city scape from the outdoor seating area. Not a bad place to go on a date whilst on a budget. *wink wink @ hasli*

Anyway..I just loved Finding Neverland. Faith thought it was just 'very good' but 'not great'. I think it ruled. Nadia feels that they could have focused more on the relationship James and Peter but I think it was done right as James drew his inspiration from the many characters he met although Peter was the muse for the titular character. I was expecting a slow paced story as most period dramas tend to be, but was pleasantly surprised how well the story flowed and managed to remain engaging throughout. Well done. I was nearly giving a standing ovation as the credits started to roll but thought better of it.

Think Finding Neverland is my favourite movie of 2005 so far (of course it helps that it is only January).

After our movie, we made our way back to the car. I proposed Bark's Cafe for dinner (or in my case breakfast, as I had not had breakfast or lunch yet).Wow... I am on a roll today. Imagine me being decisive for once..almost..

At Bark's I ordered lamb chops (me fav!!) and Faith had the sambal fried rice. Actually the fried rice should be renamed. One can hardly taste the sambal in the SAMBAL fried rice. They helpfully provided a little dish of sambal on the side, which is what I would consider 'ang moh sambal' as it did not burn the mouth of the patron or have an overpowering 'sambal-ness' to it as any true-blue (or is it red and white?) sambal would.

I had a great time with Faith just talking about stuff. I know it may sound corny but I feel like I known her for a long time even though today was only the second time we met.I guess she is a truly nice girl which makes me feel comfortable in her presence. I do not normally warm up to people as fast as with Faith...normally.

After our meal we sat and chatted a bit as I nursed my Corona. Faith seems to like the open air chapel concept. Maybe one day we can drop by in the day so she can take a look in.

Dinner was on Faith as I had paid for the tickets. Not fair I know...but sometimes these things even out over the course of time.

We then drove to the SPC service station at Pasir Ris where Faith got some stuff and I topped up petrol. I had wanted to end the day with a Ben n Jerry's ice cream but they only had the bigger tubs and since we were not gonna go someplace to sit or walk after that (and also that Faith was adverse to feeding me as I drove!) I passed on that idea. I sent the by-now-tired Faith to the bus stop near her place and said our goodbyes. I then revealed to her that I could have unlocked the car doors at any time during the day as she got off. Faith now has to come up with a forfeit if I ever let her fumble with the door latch the next time. hahaha.... wonder what manner of retribution shalt be visted upon me.

Drove home with the music up and the windows down along TPE to home. One of life's simple pleasures... ahhhh....

Back home I smsed Faith thanking her for a wonderful day and promised that next time we will go on a drive at night and that in return I would get my ice cream dessert...