Buttons vs. Bags

I am on the lookout for a camera - a point & shoot. If I need to explain to you what a PnS is, then it's very likely that this is the camera is that most suited for you. If you still don't know what I mean, then I suggest you limit your photo-taking skills to those photo kiosks found in shopping malls (insert coin, smile, click), as you are not likely to be out of the frame (have you seen how small those kiosks are?).

Anyway, I've been eyeing this baby here:



A Panasonic Lumix LX3 retails at RM1,799 (though I am sure you can get it at RM 1,600 if you scout around). Maybe it is at this juncture that I should mention that my budget is around RM 500 (my parents have always taught me to dream BIG).

Do you see the problem now?

But I had a solution. I told AB3 that I will save up for my Lexy (yes, I have even chosen a name for my baby). I will set aside a small amount each month. I even mentally patted my own back for my money-saving plan.

Until I went to Bali. Our last hour in Bali. At the airport. We were there so darn early, none of the cafes had opened yet, so we browsed the few shops which were open at that hour.

And I saw this:

Dearest Lexy,

I know Mommy promised to come get you soon, but something came up darling,
something that is beyond Mommy's control. Please be patient ok darling. Mommy
promise to come get you soon one day.


Yours lovingly,
Mommy xoxoxo