...Princess Couture...

2008-12-01T00:40:00.001+08:00

Hi friends!

I started a new blog at wordpress.com.

Visit my new blog, http://illusivemirage.wordpress.com/, for new updates and stuff!

I won't close down this blog, but there won't be any new posts here.

2008-09-25T11:51:00.002+08:00

Hello blog!

I have been lazy and have not posted anything for the past one month! Haha...

Well, 3 major events happened in the month of September. At least I think they deserve the credit...

First, I sprained my right foot at the beginning of the month - 2 Sept. Ouch!!!

And I finally cut my fringe after so long, on 7 Sept... Now, I have bangs, and I love it!

Lastly, I went for wisdom tooth surgery last Friday. I hereby bravo my courage... Hehe... Actually, it wasn't as bad as I thought, with the help of local anesthesia.

Ok, that's a real quick update on my life...

Shall blog again soon...

2008-08-18T22:44:00.002+08:00

Michael Phelps from USA is phenomenal! The first man to win 8 Olympic gold medals in a single event.

I can't help but marvel at his determination in attaining his goals and his ability to achieve those goals he set.

Not everyone can achieve what he did. To win every single race, and with 7 races done in world record time. The Best Swimmer accolade he received at the Victory Ceremony on Sunday is very much well affirmed. He deserved that title. He deserved to be in the history books regarding the sporting arena, which he is already in.

He is, in a word, PHENOMENAL.

I did not forget our very own Women's Table Tennis team in my excitement over Phelps. I must say our team did well and they deserved the silver medal they got. Singapore is finally seeing sunshine after the rain (which lasted for 48 years!).

And oh ya, Tao Li is one lucky gal! Not only did she break the Asian record for Women's 100m Butterfly, Stefanie Sun, the local singing sensational, went down to the studio of Today at Beijing today specially to congratulate Tao Li when it was revealed that the gal admires Stefanie Sun! OMG, who will get a chance like that? It was simply WOW!

2008-07-29T21:38:00.003+08:00

Cadbury's OLD GOLD DARK CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR FLAVOURED SELECTION

I saw this at NTUC today and was immediately enthralled.

Finally! Liqueur-flavoured chocolates from a respectable chocolate company at a reasonable price. I have always like chocolates with a tinge of liqueur, even if it is not the real thing.

Liqueur-flavoured chocolates are different from ordinary chocolates; it leaves you wanting for more... Better yet, this particular selection of chocolates come in four different liqueur flavours - Orange, Hazelhut, Irish Cream, and Coffee. There's practically a flavour for everyone! Try it and you will know what I mean. Oh dear, I'm beginning to sound like I'm writing an article for Epiphany. Better stop before I sink further in.

I'm trying to slowly savour my liqueur-flavoured chocolates here.. and the verdict?

They taste a lot better than what I had expected. Double Yum! Yum! Cheers to Cadbury! I like their collection of chocolates, including this new liqueur-flavoured selection.

I sound chocolate-crazy... and I am, indeed...

2008-07-28T13:37:00.005+08:00

Hello Kitty Galore...

Just as the first line says, it really is a Hello Kitty galore...

I realised I have collected quite a number of Hello Kitty merchandise over the holidays.

I can't seem to stop myself from swooning over Hello Kitty and its related merchandise, much less stop myself from buying...

Up till now, I have a Hello Kitty pen, file, stickers, pencil, mouse, and even Hello Kitty biscuits.

And all those are not even all. I have more... ;p

Really!

I'm not kidding anyone here.

Don't believe me?

Let the pictures below back up my claim.

Ready?

1, 2, 3...
Now, was I kidding just now?

2008-07-27T20:13:00.002+08:00

The days spent after the end of my internship...

I went for Milk's autograph session at J8.

I went for YES933's concert at IMM (because Energy and Milk are performing).

I went for Milk's school concert at NYP.

I went for Superband's QF5's recording.

I visited Karen at her house together with Clara and Beatrice. We looked through her Taiwan trip photos and videos, and stumbled upon a surprise. ;p

I watched Pure 19 on VCD and finished it.

I bought 2 new bags which I adore.

I tried to write my PA report and am still trying.

I made a date with Sis to go K-boxing tomorrow.

I am waiting to watch the latest episode of Fated to Love You...

2008-07-16T10:50:00.002+08:00

It's been close to a month since I last blogged... and I do have a few to share... Hehe...

First off, I was shocked when I saw the news yesterday regarding a certain 'higher being'. I didn't expect him to be that kind of person, going by the charges on his sleeves right now. Misplacement of trust is all I can say about the whole incident. People trust you and want to do their bit for charity and the less fortunate in Singapore and around the world. Yet, you sneaked behind our backs and did that kind of thing. It has, and is, a serious case of mistrust on us believers. Singapore is a safe country and all, but its charity business is going down the drain every single day. It took a while for us Singaporeans to trust and believe in charity work again after the last manifesto, but...

Next up, my internship is coming to an end! Yippie!!! Finally, I can sleep in and laze around in bed all I want during weekdays, and do things I feel like doing at my own sweet pace without anyone or anything bothering or rushing me... Hehe... The only downside is, I need to do a final report regarding my internship. So troublesome...

Despite all, I'm looking forward to this weekend! It's going to be a fun-filled weekend for me and my dear sis! Secrets only we know about... Hehe... Sunday please...

Till next time...

2008-06-19T11:28:00.005+08:00

Yi Fen showed me this website at work today. It's super funny! And some of the quotes or scrabbles are actually true if you think about it seriously..and I do mean it!

Here's the link: http://blankislikeblank.com/

Take a look. You won't regret.. You will laugh your ass off like I did.

From the link:
Advertising is like porn (1):

Only the people who create it are delusional enough to call it art.

Get what I mean? They are funny because they bring sarcasm to a whole new level! Haha..

2008-06-11T11:54:00.002+08:00

I have always wanted to do a post on the Gatsby ads by Takuya Kimura. And so, since I am so bored at work, I shall do it, now.. Haha..

The Gatsby Bleach ad. I was totally mesmerized when I first saw it. I always admired Takuya Kimura for his acting skills. Come on, he looks and acts exactly like his character in every single one of his drama roles, like he did in the above ad.

The same goes for the new Gatsby deodorant ad. You really need to carry out the role well. If not, people will start throwing eggs at you. Luckily, I think Takuya played it out well. Hehe.

Hmm, I got my satisfaction. :P Time to get back to work now...

2008-05-20T22:14:00.004+08:00

The train stalled. Literally. At the worst possible time. In the morning. Where people are either rushing for work or for classes.

I must say I was VERY shocked when I saw the number of people at the MRT platform. It was a crowd worse than those at Outram Park during the evening peak hours. As I was saying, I was thinking to myself, why are there so many people here today? Questions filled my tired and not yet awake mind then.

The answer was revealed when I got down to the platform and saw what was happening. It was not that the train was late. Rather, the train was already there but... stuck on the platform. I believe it remained stuck there for about 10 minutes. The crowd I saw crowding around the platform looks like 4 or 5 trains have passed by without letting the passengers on.

When my tired brain processed what was happening, the first thought that struck me was WTF?! I don't want to be late for work! Duh.

Luckily for me, the system resumed to normal after about 5 minutes counting from the time I reached the MRT platform. But that was not the end of my bad morning. I wish it did, but nope...

Like I said, the one train that got stalled, and of all places, my starting station, must have been down for a significant amount of time. Naturally, passengers from the next few stations were affected as badly as I was. The end result?

The train I was on was PACKED LIKE A SARDINE CAN! There was literally only space for your feet to stand on. Almost everyone on board was squashed like sardines. To make things worse, people kept jostling and trying to get on the train at the different stations. The irony out of all these? The station microphone kept repeating the announcement that the next train will arrive in about 2 minutes. Nobody bothered about the announcement and only concentrated on getting on board. And believe me, it's a sick and suffocating feeling when the train is overloaded with people. ESPECIALLY ON THE MORNING AFTER A PUBLIC HOLIDAY!

If I had a choice, I would wait for a less crowded train before boarding. I kinda regretted boarding the second train after the train disruption. The crowd was ok when I boarded the train, but... I should have known better. After all, there are a LOT of other people at the next few stations...

And so, I was so happy after I got off the train at Clarke Quay. The sensation I got after alighting the train was akin to having a heavy and burdensome weight lifted off one's shoulders. Whew.

P/S: I'm starting to hate train rides after this morning's incident. It doesn't help that you need the train to get to places during the morning and evening peaks. And I don't like long bus journeys... :(

2008-05-14T16:34:00.002+08:00

Started work at MDA since Monday. I'm also trying to re-adjust my biological clock. Being a night owl and having to wake up at 6.30am every morning is a chore! It almost feels like I'm having jet-lag, and I seriously think I am. It's a radical overturn of my body clock. LOL.

The work at MDA is pretty slack, with a few major events now and then. I'm slowly getting into the hang of the way things work there, but still needing help now and then. And there's actually not a lot to do here. You only get work when there are major projects/events happening.

Was assigned to so-called take charge of a project yesterday. So excited and yet afraid of messing things up. Good thing I'm not the only sole in-charge. And MDA really do take care of interns. They give you real stuff to do and not treat you like some 'office girl' who helps pour coffee. Haha. All in all, I am enjoying my stint at MDA and I do think I will benefit from this stint. And beginning to be more certain that an office environment suits me just fine. Maybe it's because I haven't come into contact with office politics as yet.

Everyone here is fun to work with, and not to mention good lunch mates. Haha. Lunch is really a good time to bond with the people you are working with, especially when you are separated by cubicles and doing your own stuff most of the time. But if I'm all alone in a cubicle, I think I'll suffocate. And so, the good thing is, I'm sharing a cubicle with two other people, so I don't get too bored most of the time. Most of the work is split between the three of us. :P

Ok la, I guess that's it for now. Ciao!

2008-05-08T00:08:00.003+08:00

You are Yuuki Cross. Treated like a daughter by the headmaster, she makes sure that the humans stay back from and do not find out about the vampires at her school. Caught between the affections of a pureblood vampire and her best friend, she lets Zero suck blood from her neck to control his blood urges. You are immature and naive, yet caring.

I just did a "What anime girl are you" quiz on Facebook, and the result? I'm hooked to Vampire Knight recently and I got Yuuki from the anime as my anime counterpart. Haha, can't believe this coincidence! Or is it? :P

2008-05-07T22:38:00.003+08:00

Exams are long over and I have been spending my days doing what?

One, meeting up with friends and doing my favourite shopping.

Two, rolling up at home watching all the different dramas and animes I wanna watch.

Speaking of dramas, "Fated to Love You" is very bit as good as friends have been gushing about. You can't stop once you have started on the addictive romantic comedy! The only way you can stop is when you have to wait for a new episode to come out. Haha... I'm addicted and currently anxiously waiting for the latest episode to come out... The next episode will be hot!

Going to start my 2-month long attachment with MDA next Monday. And guess what? Dr. Dawson is my NTU supervisor! Gosh! I was so shocked when I saw his name on my NTU supervisor list. I never expected him to be my supervisor. So, I'm still recovering from the shock, because it means he will go down to MDA a day to supervise me at work! But I do like him as a prof. Hehe. Complicated feelings.

2008-04-22T22:34:00.002+08:00

What does a lazy afternoon mean?

It does not mean sleeping in.

It means spending the afternoon at a shopping mall, and doing your favourite things.

That's what I did this afternoon.

Instead of trying to study for my next two papers.

I had a late lunch at Coffee Bean Vivo City.

Their ice-blended mocha is yummy as usual.

I did not expect their chicken and mushroom fusili to be delicious too.

But it did. Hehe..

Went to Giodarno to visit my friends who are working there.

As luck would have it, Haidah, Joanne and Fiona were working.

Had a kinda catch-up session with them.

It is always fun being with them, and joking around.

With them, I am a different person.

One who is more, let's say, boisterous.

Yup, that's right.

It is because of them that I enjoyed the time I spent working at Giodarno.

They are definitely friends I won't forget.

Miss them lots already!

2008-04-14T11:53:00.002+08:00

It's the time of the year again.. The muggalicious period of incessant fretting, headaches, and all that entails. And that includes running against time to get as much done as possible within the time frame that we have for mugging. And trying to be a good student by waking up early and studying. Trying is the key here. Here I am blogging and well, not studying. But I will get back to work after writing this post. Haha.

If only there isn't any drilling and construction work going on at the apartment unit above mine. It's irritating and stressing me out! Really reminds me of the time I was studying for my A levels and the town council decided to build a covered shelter linking my block and the one opposite. Sian!

Time is really of the essence here and now!

2008-03-31T18:21:00.003+08:00

Imagine my shock and surprise when I logged in to Studentlink and found the following:

Media Development Authority (Hill Street)

Additional student selected:

Name	Pgm code
Lim Sheue Huah, Lesli	0695

I had thought I lost my chance with MDA. Never did I expect to see my name appear there in Studentlink. But I'm glad. So, I'll be going to MDA for my attachment in May!

P/S: I did not secure a place with SPH. *Major disappointment*

2008-03-31T18:13:00.003+08:00

Energy makes the world go round, for em and les..

They will drop everything at a moment's notice..

Just to catch a glimpse..

Of their favourite boyband..

They are mad..

They are crazy..

But they don't care..

They live only for the moment..

2008-03-26T00:17:00.002+08:00

What a way to spend my afternoon hours on a Tuesday. Had to finish filming the rest of the scenes for the short video project for cs. Went to quite a few places in school just to get the video done, and nicely too. It was hard work. And a lot of last-minute coordinating and brainstorming.

Talked to almost every prof in the English division just to get two parents and an officer. I can't believe my guts, especially when you have favours to ask from them. Haha. It was a first. The first time I talked to so many profs within an afternoon. And the first time I took a good look at the profs' offices. Can really tell who the tidy ones are apart from the 'less-than-tidy' ones. Hehe.

Kudos to the three profs who agreed to be last minute part-time movie stars. Without them, the filming today won't be as successful and we wouldn't be able to finish it this afternoon.

What's left is the final editing part. Yeah! I hope my group gets a good grade for this video project. :)

P/s: Met Project Superstar 2 Tan Diya in the Multimedia Lab this afternoon. Haha.

2008-03-24T22:53:00.003+08:00

Been ignoring this blog for some time. I was lazy, and busy too. :P

Reflection I got from last week:
Be extremely careful in handling my wallet. Almost lost it in school last Wednesday. What a scare.. Luckily for me, a group of students found it and passed it to the people at the Student Services Centre. *huge relief* Can't imagine what life will be like if I really lost it. All my cards are in there.. Be careful Lesli!

Went for the SPH writing test last Thursday. Boy, that test was a freaking two and a half hours long. Almost like a real exam. And I had to write two short essays in addition to other stuff within that time limit. Kinda have to force my brain to work and come up with something brilliant. But I'm glad it's over and I do hope I get the attachment with SPH. More sure than ever that I wanna work there after graduation, and before I decide what and where I wanna do my Masters. (And it dawned on me that I will be joining the work force really soon! Kinda scary when your siblings are still schooling. And when being a student has been a huge part of your life all this while. Really time to mature and think of the future.) Money and work experience first after graduation!

Well, well, well... let's end this post with a picture of my current favourite Korean actor, Lee Dong Wook!

Hooked to him after watching My Girl. I know, that drama aired two years ago in Korea, but still, it's a fantastic drama. A great romantic comedy. What to do? I have a soft spot for romantic comedies. Hehe..

2008-03-15T00:33:00.002+08:00

I can't help but to keep thinking back to what happened today. It was a very **** moment.

Felt that I could have done better but didn't. Felt that my brain could have turned faster but didn't. Felt that I could have been more observant but didn't. Felt that I could have vocalised my thoughts out loud better but didn't.

I hate this side of myself.

It makes me feel vengeful, of the world and the things that rotate in it.

It makes me want to hide myself in a hole and cry.

It makes me lose confidence in myself.

This is not me!

2008-03-05T00:55:00.006+08:00

I'm becoming a sucker for Hello Kitty and Disney Princess merchandise slowly but surely..

I bought a Hello Kitty optical mouse from the school bazaar today.. (so kawaii desu..)

I bought a Disney Princess planner..

And I have Disney Princess magnetic bookmarks..

In addition to my candy pink Hello Kitty bag..

So, am I a sucker or not?

The answer is,

YES..

Oh dear..

And I love and adore my new phone, Samsung U700! A purple-coloured and sleek and slim phone.. Hehe..

2008-02-28T17:01:00.003+08:00

I looked out the window, and realised, to my shock, the sky or the scene before me is yellowish... It is not something you would expect to see at 5pm in the afternoon. And what else is happening except that it has been raining. Raining, then stopping, then raining... The cycle goes on. I like rainy days when I'm at home. The whole house is dark, but cooling. A perfect time for relaxing and slacking. The only bad thing is the thunder, or rather the groan of the thunder. The kind of thunder you get when the sky is deciding whether or not to let down rain. As I said, the whole afternoon has been raining, stopping, and raining...

2008-02-28T00:42:00.003+08:00

I need a distractor from trying to write a good essay for Postmodernism. Studying Postmodern texts is hard enough, but writing a Postmodern essay is even harder and requires a lot more brain juice. Which is seriously lacking now. I managed to sit myself down this afternoon and came up with a sorta thesis and a basic outline after a whole afternoon's work. And I do mean a whole afternoon. From around 2 plus to 6 plus...

...........

Enough about my essay. Let's talk about ICE3 instead. ICE3 is this cool ice-cream cafe in the heartlands, in Serangoon Gardens. I was surfing the net for dessert cafes last Sunday as I need to find a good substitute for The Chocolate Factory for my lifestyle article. And bless me, I found ICE3! The ambience is nice, food nice, and most importantly, the lady boss is nice too! I did not make a prior appointment and yet she readily agreed to let me do my piece on the cafe. Kudos to the boss!

Nice boss aside, I love the Cookies and Cream mudpie I had that afternoon. It was not too sweet and the potion is satisfying. I will most definitely go back there... Haha...

Looks tantalisingly delicious right? My favourite Cookies and Cream mudpie!

..............

I wonder what my dear sis is doing at chalet now? Miss her! But she's coming back home in less than 24 hours... I still like sharing a room with her... Opps...

2008-02-25T00:09:00.000+08:00

Writing the reflection paper for COM 206 was a breeze compared to what I am trying to do now. It took me only 2 hours to write a decent reflection paper. The Postmodernism essay is another matter. Compiling my notes and points is already taking forever to do. I still have my secondary readings to do. Sian... Whatever it is, I will finish the essay by Thursday, leaving me the weekend to slack and relax... I shall perserve till then... I need an epipahny!

2008-02-19T00:57:00.006+08:00

I know I have been ignoring this blog for a long time. So, let's start with coincidences.

See what I see? It was taken last month, at the carpark at Tampines Sports Complex.

...

No? Let's look deeper...

Now, do you see what I see? Haha, I know I'm being lame... Can't help it... :P

2008-02-08T20:49:00.000+08:00

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!!!

I love this festival. Everyone gets to see one another again after a long hectic year. People change all the time, but the bonds that tie us together are forever there.

2008-01-28T00:33:00.000+08:00

Indecisiveness should be considered as my worst attribute. Many things should have been settled long ago, but they aren't because of my indecisiveness. And when things don't go the way I planned, I start to grouse. I hate myself, nope, my personality, sometimes. When will i\I ever change???

2008-01-24T23:46:00.000+08:00

I had an enjoyable day today, even if I didn't get to ice skate. I was actually looking forward to it. Oh well, there's always next week. I will make sure I get to ice skate next time. Ice skating looks like a lot of fun.

Clara, Beatrice and I then decided to go over to Karen's house to play mahjong. It was my first time playing mahjong. I was quite blur during the first hour of the game. Actually, I still am. Over the rules. But I kind of got the hand of it after a few rounds. It was quite fun, but not something I will get addicted to. Hehe.

I wasn't expecting a cake today. After all, everyone is busy. But then, I am glad there is one. I may sound old-fashioned, but I like having a birthday cake on my birthday. After all, I get to make wishes and satisfy my sweet cravings at the same time! A huge thanks to all who celebrated my birthday and for sending me birthday wishes! I may not reply with a 'thanks', but I am not being 'tao', ok? :P

A few more minutes before this special day ends, and enjoying every minute of it! Enjoying while I can before I return to my books...

2008-01-24T01:32:00.000+08:00

I am officially a year older today.. I always say this on my birthday, and I am going to repeat myself here again. I DON'T feel like my age. I have not the chance to experience certain things others my age have already been through. Most of my time has been spent on what? Studies and family, I guess. But then again, my job stint at Giodarno has helped me to mature quite a bit. I can say without a doubt that I am not the same girl I am last year. I learnt to be more financially independent over the past year.

Most friends, like me, don't like to grow old. Yet, I have a friend who says she likes growing older. I guess it's because of one's experiences and mentality? Some people are more mature mentally than others are. As for me, I think I belong to the group who hates growing old. Hehe..

Going ice skating later together with my uni friends. Gosh, this will be my first time ice skating and I am NERVOUS! Lin En told me ice skating is fun, but I can't help being nervous as I am a novice at it. Well, I hope to be able to skate a little after that experience. I think this is the first time I am doing something new for birthday. And it is something I have been meaning to try for quite a while. Looking forward to it!

2008-01-16T01:15:00.000+08:00

My Birthday Wishlist:

1. Gong Zhu Xiao Mei DVD (w/o the English subs)
2. Gong Zhu Xiao Mei novella
3. Angela Zhang's Ang 5.0 CD
4. Fei Lun Hai's CD
5. A new pair of skinny jeans and more new tops
6. Samsung Ultra U600 / U700
7. A new pair of shoes/boots from DMK or Charles and Keith or MAD or anywhere else
8. Accessories from Helen
9. Female Tortoise toy from Mini Toons
10. Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel

These are just random thoughts as I write this post. As it is, it is a birthday wishlist and I can wish all I want without restraint. LOL.

2008-01-10T00:49:00.000+08:00

I just had to find an outlet to vent my extreme frustration. Something totally pissed me off in school today. It wasn't that I was late for the talk, but rather, that someone blatantly ruined my favourite pair of sandals.

I was walking to Canteen A to have lunch with my friend, when I felt someone step really hard on my shoe. I turned around, stared at the person for a while, and looked down on my shoe. To my horror, my shoe strap came off. I was totally pissed off and turned to look at the person again. This time, I stared really hard at the person. I wanted her to apologise. She realised what happened and started to apologise. But I suspected if my sandals had been ok, she wouldn't have apologised! She may have apologised, but I am still angry. Yes, I am still angry, even now, as I am blogging. Such incidents can really ruin my whole day. ****!

2008-01-06T23:52:00.000+08:00

I forgot to add, I rebonded my hair again. Spent the whole afternoon sitting at the hairdresser's and hearing the hairdresser tell me to keep my head straight at all times. It was kind of funny actually. The time spent was hard to get through, but at the end of the day, it was all worth it. Just think, you only need to sit at the hairdresser's for a few hours, and you get nice, straight, and beautiful hair for the next few months after that. It was worth it, at least to me. Hehe.. I love my once-again straight and beautiful hair..

2008-01-06T23:33:00.000+08:00

I can't believe how fast time has gone by. Another semester went by. Another year just went by like that. And it is time for a new semester starting tomorrow. Everything is going so fast; it is starting to feel daunting, not to mention scary.

I spent most of my holidays on work, both Giodarno and Epiphany. So much work has been laid on my shoulders, I can hardly breathe. Ok, I admit that is a little exaggerated. But there are things that need getting used to, once again. Like waking up with the help of my alarm not for work but for school on weekdays. I hate having to wake up early, for anything.

I know 2008 has already taken the first few days of the year away, but I still feel like making some resolutions, namely, for school. I have been extremely lucky. I got the comms module I want, and the extremely easy science-pe. Lady Luck has been shining on me so far. I figured since I have been lucky with regards to module allocation, I should make some resolutions. Like pulling up my GPA this semester by getting at least 2 As for my modules this semester. It shouldn't be too hard, looking at the modules I have. Also, no more slacking my way through. I wanna be a conscientious student this time round; one that not only finishes all her assignments but do her readings as well.

As for my work at Giodarno, I shall let time decide what I should do next. I enjoy my work a lot, even though it can be tiring sometimes. Also, I figured having some substantial work experience on my resume next time wouldn't hurt. Am I thinking too much? I don't know...

I shall go get ready for tomorrow. I may have been a student for many years, but I still can't help feeling excited the night before school starts. Can I say I enjoy the feeling of being a student and studying? Hahaha...

2007-12-28T00:18:00.000+08:00

Falling sick the day after Christmas is no fun. Being sick is even worse than working long hours. Do I sound like a workaholic? No, I don't think so. Especially when you have a whole lot of pills to take. There is a reason why the doctor says the medicine he gave me is of the strong kind. I feel a whole lot better now. And I'm going out to have some fun tomorrow. :)

Results are really out at midnight. I bet there are a lot of people like me logging in at midnight to check their results. I had to try quite a few times to log in. Can't say I'm happy with my results, just like I can't say I'm not happy with it.

2007-12-13T01:17:00.000+08:00

What does it feel like to be appreciated for your hard work? What does it mean to feel appreciated? I know the answers now. From work. Since I went back to work, I have been feeling appreciated for my work and effort. The only thing that pisses me off is myself. Others trust you to do a good job, but somehow I don't feel like I have been to par. The only thing I can do now is to do things to par, so that it will really be a real appreciation. Others appreciate you and you appreciate what you do. I know I can be hard on myself, but I am beginning to realise that is an inevitable part of the working world. You are always competing with others, just like others are always trying to outshine you.

Aside 1: In about 12 hours will be subject registration time. I hear about others having 2 or 3 day week and seriously, I feel so envious. What to do? I need to catch up on more modules so my final year can be a little bit more relaxing.

Aside 2: Being a lifestyle editor can be stressing. Especially when you have deadlines that are so close. I have stories and ideas, but no writers! Pioneering something is hard. Luckily I have another editor to share the workload. She has been the one who has been motivating and pushing things. I wouldn't have so many things down if not for her. Thanks! Anyway, if anyone happens to be interested in writing for lifestyle, leave me a message!

2007-11-26T14:32:00.000+08:00

It's been quite a while since I last blogged. And quite a few things happened during this period.

First off, I went to the T3 Open House yesterday with my family. My dad wanted to go so we decided to go together. T3 is seriosuly beautiful, and spacious. It will become another one of Singapore's landmarks. We took a tour around the place, and I can we all fell in love with the place. The whole place has an aesthetic feeling to it, including the tiling on the floor.

Next, I survived a week of exams, 3 papers in a week. It was no joke, seriously. It had been a stressful week. And now, I'm left with 1 more paper. And not starting on my revision. I had told myself I will start early, but you know how it is. When the lazy bone in you gets to you, there is no way you can start. But now, I think I'm finally in the mood to start. And I will. Before I screw up this paper. Which I have absolutely no intention of doing so.

Going to go back to work this Friday. All I can say is, the place is going to be much changed from where I left off. Whatever it is, it's always better to work during the holidays than to slack around doing nothing. At least I think this way..

To end off, I still remember what happened on 5th November. How can one forget that? Hehe.

Ciao! And off I go for my revision.

2007-11-04T23:46:00.000+08:00

Went to Energy's autograpgh session today at Bugis. I behaved every bit like a crazy fan, but who cares? One needs to relax sometime. It was a wonderful afternoon. I enjoyed every single bit of it, especially when they were singing and dancing.

Some pictures my sis and I took today. We took a lot..

Me and my sis..

Ah Di and Kunda, my two favourites from the band..

ENERGY!

PS: Lin En, Xiao Gang is CUTE! And he was really shy.. Hehe..

2007-11-04T01:55:00.000+08:00

Energy's Xing Kong. My current mood..

2007-11-04T01:03:00.000+08:00

Driving for the first time since getting my driving license last Friday (26 Oct) was quite an experience. It was fun, but also at the same time a little mini lesson. My Dad behaved every bit like my driving instructor, who happens to be his long-time friend. Dad told me to work on my braking and speed control; he said I was going a little too fast just now. I shall work on that. It's such a thrill driving around, especially after you get your much coverted license. I think I will ask to drive back home when he fetches me back from work every time. I need the practice (on an Auto car) and I simply want to drive. Why do you think I took driving lessons in the first place? Haha.

I'm glad my part-time job has not affected my school grades. At least I maintained my standard for the essays. I was a little disappointed with my 207 essay though. I now realised the full importance of proof-reading my essay. I thought I did, but apparently insufficient. Oh well. Now I need to write a good paper for 409, and do well for the exams. It's not that hard..

Before all that though, I shall be a crazy fan for today (Sunday). Hehe.

2007-10-24T01:09:00.000+08:00

Energy's new song: Gang Suo.

Can't help it that I love their songs. It's so nice.. Stress reliever? Listen to Energy's songs, at least it works for me. Hehe.

2007-10-06T01:45:00.000+08:00

Congratualtions. My laptop's battery just abandoned me to my own vices, right in the midst of my essay writing. It is now officially unresponsive. It won't give a damn anymore. You win..

And so, my laptop is now functioning solely on AC power. No more help from the battery. It's a good thing that we can always rely on electricity (if we pay our utilities bills on time, that is).

It's a good thing I was saving my essay on my thumbdrive all the while. At the very least, I have a backup. If not, I'll cry.. on the spot..

Technology is not always reliable, as I have just realised.

Sigh.

2007-09-26T01:02:00.000+08:00

I experienced first hand what it is like not to have my handphone with me when I'm out. I felt totally empty and not to mention uneasy. What I felt just tells me one thing: I can't do without my phone. A handphone to me is not a luxury, but a necessity. Even if there are no messages or phone calls, having my phone with me is extremely important! I shall not forget my phone ever again. Then again, I'm never the absent-minded sort. I wonder why I forgot to bring my phone out with me today? Hmm...

2007-09-23T00:39:00.000+08:00

I just want to say this. PLEASE don't ever again say that I don't talk to a certain person. In front of me or behind my back. It gets irritating.

2007-09-23T00:20:00.001+08:00

My parents and brother came to pick me up from the National Library in the evening for dinner. While waiting, I did some exploring of the library on my own since my friends all left for home. It would be such a waste if I did not do some exploring. The library is huge, not to mention the number and types of books and other multimedia available. After my short tour, I borrowed two books from the library. I can't help it, I just had to borrow something out, especially after I saw the books I want to read. I may be busy with essay writing and other stuff during the one-week break, but I still want to spend some time reading..

Had dinner at Sakura International Buffet Restaurant at Downtown East. I was 'instructed' to eat as much as I want and can since it's buffet. The food there was not bad, but the air ventilation can be better improved. Could smell the grease and oil on my hair after walking out. That aside, I ate a lot of dessert today, all of them my favourite. I deliberately try not to eat too much on the main course becasue I was eyeing the dessert. Haha. And it was good. Apart from dessert, I personally feel that the sashimi was not bad. Can you believe I was the only one in my family who ate sashimi? I'm also the only one (those present) who did not eat any oysters or any other shell types. I simply don't like those stuff.

On the way home, my parents kept asking me if the food was good. They just want me to tell them that the food and the restaurant is good. And I simply refused to answer, because I knew what their conspiracy was..

2007-09-22T23:59:00.000+08:00

"The Campaign To Confer The Public Service Star On JBJ" was great! It is seriously hard not to like it. Everything about it was simply wonderful! The fact that the stage is almost bare does not make a dent on the fact that the play is totally worth watching. In short, the actors are great, the script is great, the director is great, and also not to mention that the male protagonist is very good-looking. I was blown away by his charm, especially when he was playing David Lee.. He looks so cute.. Hee hee..

That aside, I was amazed by the speed in which the two actors changed their clothes. I know there are people backstage who will help with the changing of costumes, but it was nonetheless amazing. Then again, clothes are only secondary. The acting is more important. There was a moment on stage where Rodney had to change from one character to another on stage. He simply threw out the accessories for the other character and instantly morphed into the other character. Ivan Heng mentioned something about that being deliberate, that there are no secrets on stage. Despite having to play different characters within the same play, I think Rodney O. and Pam O. bought the characters they play alive. Their mannerisms, accent, everything was not slipped up. And oh yes, for a moment when Pam was playing the Malay woman, I thought fleetingly that it was another actress, a Malay one at that, unless I realised that the voice was Pam's. Pam managed to bring out the Malays' unique accent and articulation. It was flawess.

In all, the play is worth the money and time. The only flaw was that some people came in late and disrupted my viewing of the play. But then, that is only a minor flaw. The awesome staging of the play makes up for any flaws. A big 'Hurray' to the cast and everyone else involved in the production of the play. You make my day..

2007-09-21T01:32:00.000+08:00

I can't believe how fast time has passed. It's almost like a whirlwind. Very soon, my favourite Chinese festival will be here. The Mooncake Festival. I love the festival because I have fond memories of it. I remember how I used to walk around the Hougang estate where I used to saty with my lanterns when I was small. And how I played with the sparks. And candles. And of course not forgetting mooncakes! My favourite part of the whole festival. I can't wait for next Tuesday to come! Not that I'm going to have any celebrations of sorts. I just love the day..

Did I mention I love my new MP4 as well? Hmm..

2007-09-10T02:09:00.000+08:00

Went to Zaidah's birthday party today/yesterday. It was fun and the food is good. Felt bad that most of us were just eating and Zaidah's relatives were busy bbq-ing the food. But still, it was a nice party. Almost wished I had one. Oh well, it's over and I'm not going to whine about it. Hehe.

Oh ya, Beatrice and I lazed by the poolside chairs for a while and it was totally relaxing after all the smoke from the bbq. And there are stars tonight. Cool. I love looking at the stars. I should make a night sky with stars and paste them on my ceiling. All I have now is the neon stars.

Woke up real early today. It was Sunday, a perfect day for sleeping in. But I woke up at 7 am when the household was still and quiet, except for my dad cos he had to work. I wouldn't have woke up that early if I cannot claim money for attending the meeting. And so I did. And had an enjoyable breakfast with my colleagues after that. And I'm torn between wanting to quit and wanting to continue. It's a tough choice to make. Both my commitments are important to me. I can't make up my mind. I only know I will continue for a while more. I don't want to have to pay for my uniform since I'm not yet a confirmed part-timer there yet. And I like my friends there a lot. They are a nice bunch of people.

I should sleep now since I'm not absorbing the articles needed for class tomorrow. It's just a waste of time struggling to read when my heart and mind are already in la-la land dreaming. Sleep is important, especially since I have a presentation tomorrow. I hate it when I have to start a presentation, but only the opening part. The rest is fine. Haha.

Ok, it's to la-la land for me.

2007-09-07T00:59:00.000+08:00

It's the month of birthdays and parties.. Been invited to a few.. Not sure I can attend all though.. I may not be there, but my wishes will be there..

Some quick updates:

- Had a cough for the past few weeks. And still recovering.. Guess it's due to the lack of rest.. Life has been busy, but fulfilling..

- HL 409 presentation shifted forward.. Have to present on Monday.. Not that I'm complaining.. Or maybe just a tiny part of me..

- My mum is a seriously good cook when she puts her heart to cooking.. Had a real full dinner tonight, or should I say last night?

- Saw the new Apple ipod nano.. It's super cool and chic.. Can I have it please? Haha..

- A few weirdos on MSN recently.. Keep disturbing me with their disturbing comments.. Eeks..

- Some things are better left unsaid/unthought. Thinking too much might not necessary do much good.. So I'm keeping quiet..

Guess I should sleep now..
P/s: Bacon is disturbing.. and complicated..

2007-09-04T22:48:00.000+08:00

The Devil card suggests that my alter ego today is the Risk-Taker, whose superpower lies in my laughing in the face of limitations, possibly guided by my obsessions. I will watch my step today and know that I need to take responsibility for my actions -- no one can shoulder that burden for me. 'I know it's wrong, but it feels so right.' My obsessions are in control and I can't help myself -- I'm addicted to love. But you just may be hurting the one you love. So either go with it, or exercise self-control and avoid those temptations that may come back to haunt you.

Interesting that I got the Devil card today. Hmm...

2007-08-31T22:40:00.000+08:00

She fears she might get a nervous breakdown. It was her second try and she did very badly, even worse than the first time round. She feels disheartened, and don't know what has overcome her during the test. She seems to have forgotten everything, when just the day before, she was doing great. She has great hopes and expectations for passing the test, but it was just not her time. Not her time to get her licence yet.. She even fleetingly contemplates giving up on the dream. But something always holds her back. She has spent time and effort, not to mention money, into the whole thing for the past one year. She does not want to give up halfway, especially when she is so near the ending point. So near she can see the finishing point from her distance. She has no intention of giving up. She just feels tired. She wonders why her day will come. Wonder when the day will arrive when she can walk out of that place happily and not with a glum face.

She needs more energy.. and luck..

2007-08-19T22:19:00.000+08:00

She blushed. This was the first time in her life she had been praised. Not for good grades or for being a good girl. She blushed because she was praised for her beauty. For the first time in her life, someone said that of her. She does not know how to absorb all this. The feeling is good, even for just a fleeting second. She knows she is beautiful, but she has never openly brag about that. Who does? Whatever it is, it is a wonderful feeling to be praised for one's beauty, and she appreciates it. She even learns that someone else has said that of her. Opps, it's all getting into her head..

2007-08-07T23:51:00.000+08:00

School has restarted and what are my feelings? I don't even know how to begin to describe. Lessons so far have been quite serious. Maybe because I'm already a Year 3? Anyway, I don't feel integrated into my semester, yet. STARS is a major curse, and the reason why I don't feel like I belong, as yet. It's the first time ever I have such difficulty in getting what I want. I'm even beginning to think I didn't do a good job planning. Then again, how to plan a good timetable when virtually everything clashes and you have committments elsewhere? It's just sheer torture.. Sigh, I guess I should not complain so much. I already have 5 modules, or courses (as they call it) registered. I'm just pissed cos I cant find a 6th module to take. And I think I seriously need a 6th one if I wanna devote more time to my FYP next year. Whatever.. Shall not crack my brain over all these..

Now that school has started, I'm thinking of quitting my part-time job. I need to consider it seriously if I am ever going to cope with KC's class. The readings are a lot! Plus, we need to write 2 responses each week. It's a lot, even if it's just 100 words each. But what my sis said does make sense. It's not easy to find a job where you click well with your colleagues. A lot of people are just pretentious when it comes to working. Then again, to stay on to my job just because I get along well with my colleagues? I need advice. Gaining experience, and not just a string of short-term jobs is important for future job references, as my previous manager told me, but I don't want to risk throwing my grades to the wind. I'm in serious need of a good GPA. Can't afford to slack my way through..anything.. Guess it's because it's the first time I'm holding a part-time job on top of my studies that I'm feeling so confused and lost. ADVICE!!!

Ciao! Shall be back with more hopeful posts..after I sorted through my thoughts and know what I want.

2007-08-03T13:02:00.000+08:00

School holidays coming to an end, real soon.. I have been busy working and earning money that I don't even know how i spent my days.. Wow.. Just one thing to say, time spares no one.. Also, thanks to Karen for updating me on school stuff. I would not have known we are supposed to watch "The Simpsons Movie" for KC's class if she had not told me. Thanks again!

Just checked the STARS system for my subjects registered and I got Basic Media Writing (COM204)! Yippie~! And that means I only have 16 AUs registered. I need another 3 or 4 AUs. Thinking of taking Genes R Us or Literature and Madness since there are still vacancies available even though that means my 3-day week is dashed. Shall see how things go next week when school re-opens for yet another semester.. Year 3.. Scary..

2007-07-22T22:05:00.001+08:00

It's been a long long while since I last blogged. What else am I busy with other than work? Then again, I'm starting to enjoy my work, seriously. Before, it was just a vacation job and I need money for my expenses, which amounts to quite a hefty sum. Now, I don't know, but I actually enjoyed going to work... Hmm...

A few updates:

1. Watched King Lear on Thursday night. Gosh, I made it to the theatre at the very last minute! And seriously, I don't wanna miss the opening scenes. Thank God.. It was very much worth the ticket price..

2. Didn't manage to pass my driving test. Was pretty upset about it. Would have been able to drive around in my dad's car had I passed. Oh well, I will pass it eventually. I'll be more confident the second time round and hopefully I pass!

3. "Switched" is the nicest Mediacorp show after "Mars vs Venus"! Been watching most episodes on Youtube since I have been working nights.. The ending is just tomorrow and I can't wait! Haha.

And lastly, I trimmed my hair today. Come to think of it, it's been a more than 6 months since I last trimmed my hair. What would you say if I say I miss my long tresses? After all, I haven't grown my hair that long in a long time..

Ciao! Till the next time I blog!

2007-06-30T15:41:00.000+08:00

I had been complaining of not being able to plan a 3 day week for next sem. Now, it seems like my worries are over. I can have a 3 day week while also being able to cope with my job (need to work till at least the end of August)! If only I can convince myself to take a certain module since I very much wish to take up 6 modules next sem.

Here's the draft:

HL203: Renaissance and Restoration
HL211: Science Fiction
HL409: Popular Literature
(What I need to convince myself to take) HL217: Directed Study in Literature: SE Asian Women's Writing

COM204: Basic Media Writing or
COM206: Visual Literacy and Communication
HC252: Language and Society (I can try a minor in Chinese with this module first; I can take HC101 or HC102 later since the pre-requisite for this module is a B4 or better in O level Chinese or equal!)

All these modules in a 3 day week with Wednesdays and Thursdays off, while also allowing me to take what I intend and want. Forensic Science or Genes R us will have to wait. Anyone taking the same modules as me, especially HL217? We shall see. Life is carefree once again:)

2007-06-29T00:37:00.000+08:00

This shall be a post about good food and scenery. Pictures below. Shall not write much, pictures speak a lot more than I can ever use words to describe. :)

Tiramisu! Tempura Ice-cream with strawberry syrup

Last but not least, the clear, calm, blue sea at Vivo/Sentosa. It gives one a peaceful feeling, or calms one down, at least for me..

2007-06-14T12:39:00.000+08:00

Life on a roller coaster.. Have you ever wondered what life on a roller coaster would be like? I guess I know a little now.. It may be fresh and interesting at first, but it tires after a while.. Why do I say that? That's because I feel my life has been like that this week..

Got called back to work yesterday after exams when all I really wanted to do was to slack and do mindless stuff. (The exam paper feels like a re-enactment of my previous science pe; I crapped for the paper.) It was hard to reject yesterday, simply because the request came from my shop manager. How do you reject your boss??? Then today, someone from the shop called me and asked me to do relief at Taka before my actual shift (6 to close) today. Hello??? Is there no one else you can call? If I agreed and go there, I'll have to rush back to Vivo later. What is that? And of course, I was so not in the mood to work until my actual shift today. Anyway, it's not like i'll miss making millions of dollars if I don't go. I need my rest, ok? I'll have to work all the way to Sunday. And who knows when my next off day will be, since mine was cancelled yesterday? Of course, I said I cannot. I feel like such a whiner, but I can't help it. Too much frustration building up.. However, I do enjoy working there. It's just that I like to whine.. (Sorry to someone who will read this and feel bad. I know you wanna work and here I am complaining about it..)

I wanted to look at subject content and sorta plan my timetable for next sem. But it was a mess. It seems like I can't plan a decent timetable. Everything keeps clashing. Modules, please stop clashing with one another! How am I to do my minor in Comms Studies if almost every module I'm interested in for CS clashes with this and that? Even with the Lit modules too. Where on earth is Lit and Madness and Contemporary Lit? Whiner inside of me whining yet again, but I have the right to do so.

I feel so messed up, period.

2007-06-12T13:04:00.001+08:00

Oh well, here I am trying to study yet again for my animation module. The exam is tomorrow and till now, I still feel like I haven't really gotten anything into my puny brain. I have work at 6 and this is my last chance to study. I'll probably go to bed the minute I step into my room tonight. Sleep is such a release when you have things to do.. Study Lesli, study.. I know I already su-ed the module, but I still want to feel like I know what I am doing tomorrow morning. Know what I mean? I want to feel like a good student who has done her work even if the module is crap. It's a mentality as well as pride thingy..

Ok, back to studying before I go for work this evening. Best of luck to myself and my friends taking the animation module! We shall celebrate after this whole thing ends, which is less than 24 hours away! :)

2007-06-12T00:02:00.000+08:00

To tell the truth I was pretty angry with the mess-up and uncertainy at work yesterday. They changed the schedule for this week at the very last minute and as it ended up, I only know about my schedule today. I don't actually mind, if not for the fact that I was the only one who does not know whether I am working today/Monday. Whatever... Luckily this week's schedule is pretty slack, if I can say so. It definitely beats having to work a full shift. [I only need to work at night tomorrow/today. Which is good since I have a morning paper the next day.]

Since I don't have to work, I met up with Karen and Vera for a 'study' session. 'study' because I wasn't really studying. 'study' because we gave up and went for coffee/dessert instead after about three hours of trying to study. But it was still better than if I stayed home. I would not have touched the papers at all. Hopefully some of what I read went into my head. May Wednesday come soon and let me get the whole thing over and done with.. And thank goodness I'm not working that day, I have the feeling I'll be super tired by night-time. 9 am paper!

Found out something today. Vera and I love tiramisu.. Seriously, if I have to name a favourite dessert, it will be tiramisu even if it is green tea/red bean combination. :)

Two more. People, if you haven't watched Men in White, go watch. It's super hilarious, seriously. Definitely worth the ticket price for a Made in Singapore movie. To friends who asked me out, I'm sorry I can't reply you right away because my working schedule is given on a weekly basis. Hmm?

2007-06-08T01:48:00.000+08:00

Kudos to my curiousity. Because of it, I got to know my exam results at the very first minute. Can't believe it but results were released at exactly 12 midnight. I'm ok with my results, just a bit upset with a certain module. Also, the admin stuff should really do their job well. Fancy them messing up our degree audit. What's going on???

Finished watching Pride today. It's awesome and I'm glad I found it on youtube. I missed most of the episodes when it was shown on tv then. I think Takuya and the female lead has great on-screen chemistry. "Love is a game, or is it not?" :) I'm hooked onto JDramas, especially those by Takuya. Oh oh.. Haha..

After resting for two days, I feel recharged. It's such a relief from work.. It's a tiring job but the friends are great! I have one more day to rest before having to work on Saturday.. Guess I can only say this, I am working 'cause I want the money. Really, money can be such an evil and yet necessity at times. :p

Speaking of money, I watched the Wednesday's episode of Deal or No Deal. If I had been on that episode, I would have been a rich young lady now. Haha.. The reason is simple, I would have chosen case 24 to keep. As it turns out, case 24 happens to be carrying the most cash, $250,000. Haha, see my point?

Since everyone is talking about which lit modules to take next sem, I might as well join in the fun. Ok, tentatively, these are the modules I'm considering:

1) Popular Literature
2) Introduction to American Literature
3) Renaissance to Restoration

I think I will definitely take those 3 modules. And if I were to take a 4th module, these are what I'm considering:

1) Contemporary Literature
2) Film Theory

I wouldn't mind Modern Drama too, if not for the professor. I don't know if I want to be taught by him again.

Ok with modules talk. I'm gonna watch Man in White tomorrow with Sis. Will it be nice? I shall know soon:)

2007-05-31T23:39:00.000+08:00

Busy busy busy... I have been busy the past few days... Busy with school, busy with work, busy with everything. I haven't rested since Tuesday. I started work at Giordano VivoCity on Tuesday. The atmosphere there is terrific. Colleagues behaving like friends. What more can one ask for in a work environment? I'm glad I was posted to VivoCity instead of Central as they said earlier. Wednesday was supposed to be my off day but I went back to school to do the animation project. I'm glad we have Yuan Wen in our group. She's a saviour... And today, I worked from noon till around 9... All these on top of the fact that I sleep late. So tell me, how many hours have I really rested? I still need to wake up early tomorrow to go to school to do the project... It wouldn't have been so bad if I only need to go school tomorrow. I still need to work, at Bugis. I guess I would feel better if I am working at Vivo tomorrow. But no, I have to do relief work. Sob sob... I can even picture next week. It will be around the same situation as this week. School and work, both of which I have to juggle...

Oh yes, exam results for last sem will be out on 8 June, next friday. How will I fare? Anticipation and fear and worry in my heart... Thump thump...

2007-05-26T16:19:00.000+08:00

Inspired by the movie poster(s) for "Fantastic Four" and I did this...
a movie poster of "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End".

I'm proud of my work.

I think it is more worth the money and time if they did a movie poster like that for this movie, instead of "Fantastic Four". That movie poster(s) was overdone.. They had one for each of the four main leads! I rather they did it some other way..

"Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" is definitely the best movie I have watched this year.. The visual and sound effects were simply fantastic.. It was worth the huge manpower behind the scenes. They really did their jobs well. I wonder why the Straits Times movie critic don't like it? Personally I love the movie to bits.

Go watch it if you have not done so.. I wonder what the box office sales will be like this weekend.. I'll know by Monday.. And the critic most probably has to hide his head somewhere.. Opps.. I'm just coming from a fan's pont of view.. Never mind me.. :p

2007-05-22T00:01:00.000+08:00

I was looking through my old journals/diaries and I realised one cute thing.

Know what I put as my ambition? Fashion/Interior Designer, Actress, Singer... Amazing huh? I can never imagine myself now as an actress or singer, although I still have a little bit of passion for being a fashion designer. Seriously I would have become one if my drawings are good. Too bad they aren't.

Nowadays, whenever people ask me about my ambition, I would reply that I want to be a journalist. This time, it's real and not just bluff. I'm working towards becoming one in the near future..

Well, I just want to say how people change as they grow older and mature. Childhood ambitions are nothing but dreams, at least for me. But who knows what holds for me in the future? I might just become a fashion designer. Haha.. One thing's for sure though. Dreams and ambitions keeps people occupied and helps set a goal in life. Our lives would not be complete without dreams..

I'm in contemplative mood..

2007-05-15T17:26:00.000+08:00

I'm back blogging again! Blogger is still facing some problems, but whatever. Blog first..

Went to GV at VivoCity to watch Spiderman3 with Marlina on Sunday. Haven't seen her in a long time and I was glad to finally meet up with her.. It had been a nice Sunday afternoon spent with her. Spiderman3 was ok, though I admit some parts are lame and cheesy. For example, Peter walking on the street acting cool and all. It was so not him! I also don't like the part where Harry died. I was going, "Why did Harry have to die?" after the movie. But overall, the movie was ok, though not fantastic. Still, I don't regret spending money on watching it. We all need lame and cheesy stuff once in a while. Life is hard.. :)

Picture taken outside GV with Marlina. Do I look good? You better say yes.. Haha..

Hmm, what else? Oh yeah, I dropped my darling Samsung phone yesterday. It was such a scare.. I don't know how the phone slipped from hand, but it did. For a while, I thought my phone was goner, especially when I see the "Insert sim card" message on the screen when the sim card is snug and secure in my phone cover. I tried switching off and turning it on a few times to no avail. Finally I decided to unplug my phone battery and to re-insert it. Viola! The phone returned to normal and has been so till now.. Yeah! It was a close shave.. I don't have the money to buy a new phone now.. Phew..

Also, still in the midst of looking for a part-time job. By right, I got a waitressing job. But I'm not so sure I want the job. Reason being, I'm not sure I can do a good job. People serve me more than I serve them, come on. And that's why I hesitated in addition to the bunning up hair requirement. Do I sound vain? I think I do, but I can't help it.. That's just me. Luckily for me, a few other companies called me up for interviews. I even have one tomorrow at 3. I shall see how things go then. Whatever it is, I'm gonna secure myself a job by the end of the month. It's not so hard actually..

I got the GST rebate! And the sum or credits is quite substantial. Not bad at all. Being an adult, being 21 is just so whoosh!

But the "adult" label is still foreign to me, even after all this time since my 21st birthday. In many ways, I don't feel like an adult. I feel like a child in an adult's body. Whatever..

Looking forward to a new day, to Michelle's party.. But not animation lecture.. Haha.. I'm definitely not alone in this.. :p I feel like I haven't really rested since the last paper when I did. Opps..

2007-05-13T00:09:00.000+08:00

Don't know what's wrong with Blogger these days. Everything seems hay-wired. Even now as I am typing this post, I worry about losing whatever I have written. Why? Because the page I am writing on is full of errors. At first I thought the problem is temporary, but now I seriously doubt so. When will the error be solved? Hopefully soon... It's such a bother having to blog on a program that is problematic... Whatever...

Some updates:

Went shopping with Karen at VivoCity on Thursday. Wow, I still can't believe we spent such a long time shopping. Ok, I admit I love shopping, but still... Imagine, we spent around 6 hours shopping (after minus-ing time for lunch and dinner). And we never got around to the 3rd floor. Haha... At least we managed to buy what we set out to buy, including stuff for ourselves. I got myself a shirt, necklace and earrings. I even got a free necklace! I love shopping at VivoCity!

I still have 2 more Vivo trips! Woohoo!

As for special sem, it was kind of a disappointment. The lectures were kinda boring, even though there are a lot of animation to see every lecture. I even skipped a day of lectures. I was too tired and didn't feel like going however much I tell myself I have to go. I don't want to skip any more lectures.. So, the first thing I have to do is to attend all the lectures next week. I can do it!

Guess that's all. Lastly, really hope that Blogger fix whatever problem it is facing. :)

2007-05-09T00:22:00.000+08:00

May 8 - a day to rejoice. Compliments can so so make your day. Not to mention confidence boosters. I'm so happy, even till now. Haha. Well, what am I happy about? Firstly, my driving instructor says my reverse parking is good. That is very important, especially with the test approaching. Secondly, I got an A- for my HL211 essay. It's the first time that I get an A for my essay assignments so far. His comments about my essay make my day too. Yeah yeah.. Guess I haven't felt good about my studies for a long long time. Hopefully I break out of my stagnant stage..
What else? Well, for one, holidays are here. If you can still call it one now.. But still, it's still a holiday. I may be attending lessons for special sem, but everything feels so surreal.. It seems like one day I finish my exams and the next day I have to rush off to class yet again.. So I'm not wrong to say everything is surreal at the moment..
I'm also in the midst of looking for a part-time job for this holiday. I have sent in several resumes and even make personal calls. Hopefully I get shortlisted for an interview soon.. Really can't do without money.. Money money..
I may be money-strapped at the moment, but I still have shopping trips lined up, not to mention meet-ups with friends.. So I'm definitely not wrong to say I need money..
Ok, why am I talking so much about money? I sound like mummy and I hate her grousing about money all the time. So I shall stop my tirade.. *grins*

2007-04-29T18:53:00.000+08:00

One more paper to go and I'm totally not in the mood to study. That last paper feels so extra, being the only paper during the last week of exams! I started the first week of exams with 2, then 2 more papers the week after. And then, that last paper... Why did I even bother taking that paper? Because there isn't any other modules to take... Sob sob...

I wanna start watching shows on youtube, but if I start now, I will slack and leave the revision till the last minute. Which I don't want it to happen... Badly need to do well for this last paper so that it won't affect my overall grades. Grades again! Argh!

What's more, I need to start on my special sem once the exams are over. So, basically, I have only 3 days to rest and re-charge before I need to go back to lessons, for 5 weeks... At least I think it will be easy. Gonna s/u for sure, don't wanna make the same old mistake again... Anyway, I'll feel easier if I s/u it, especially if I'm gonna work during the hols... :)

What is it with people anyway? Why make me feel like I'm the guilty one for not wanting to go out to dinner? I can choose not to go and you can choose to go... Don't make a face in front of me as if I thwarted the dinner plans... What business is it of yours whether I wanna eat out or not? Don't change your plans just because I don't wanna eat out. Can't I have my own personal space? Sometimes, it really sucks having to live with your family, especially one who insists on doing everything together. There's no freedom!

Bad mood... Don't irritate me anymore...

2007-04-23T01:50:00.000+08:00

I should really start to be more studious at this point in time. Two lit exams for the week and I'm not even halfway through.. If I have to give a reason why, I'll give it to an external reason. And that will be that 'Sour Sweet' is impossibly boring a novel. I'll not say that the reason is because I'm a slacker, studying only when I feel like it and abandoning it during other times.. Guess I'm not a very studious student by nature, I would have scored flying colours if I am and try my best. Since I'm not really studious by nature, I have to force myself to study hard, yes, HARD, for the rest of the exam period. I really want As for this semester's exams. I don't want to be stagnant and be happy with B+s on my transcript. I want As and that means I have to get back to studying after almost an hour break after finishing Orientalism. I'm not a genius, and so that means I need to put in more effort than people who are achievers.

Genius = tian cai

The ongoing joke I share with my sis. She's chun cai while I'm tian cai. Haha..

But this tian cai needs to go study now so I can be a real tian cai..

Lame, I know..

But I can't help it..

Opps..

Sorry.. :p

2007-04-19T23:13:00.000+08:00

I'm sentimental.. The good old times I shared with my friends.. Sometimes, when you look back to the past, you can't help but regret some of the choices once made. It's a never ending cycle.. They always say the best things in life are those that you missed out on, whether intentionally or otherwise.. I'm starting to understand, a deeper understanding and at the same time regretting some of the choices I once made.. But since I have made a choice, I have to stick by it and do the best I can.. Like they say, you cannot live your life all over again.. And so you should make the best of what you have and lead a fruitful life.. Looking back on split milk will only make me miserable..

What am I talking about? Ignore me, I'm sentimental.. and not thinking straight..

Tomorrow will be a better day! :)

2007-04-14T15:29:00.000+08:00

I just acknowledged the science pe. Now, I'm officially doing special semester I. But that is still a month away. More important things are awiting me now. I don't need to say out loud what it is. You know...

The weather for the past week has been strange, or rather crazy. Yes, crazy is the right word to use. For almost every single day in the past week, the mornings have been bright and sunny. Of course, it is also hot and humid! And then comes the afternoons where the weather takes on a drastic change. It becomes rainy, cold, and irritating. Today is no different. When I went out to buy my lunch, the weather was hot to the extreme. And when I was taking my lunch, the weather suddenly turned bad. Yes, suddenly. And I'm not exaggerating. I witnessed it with my own eyes. The sky just turned dark right in front of me. What is happening to the weather these days???

I met strange people for 2 days in a row. Firstly, yesterday on the mrt, I talked to a stranger for the first time. What happened was I just finished talking on the phone and the auntie next to me turned to me and asked what 'wen qing lu' was in English. She said that was the first time on the NEL. I told her it was Boon Keng and went back to doing to my things. Come on, it was strange talking to a stranger and acting like you know each other well. She then went on to tell me why she was going there and all. In short, she just kept talking. What else can I do but to listen to her? It was just strange and weird though. Guess I'm used to it. Then today, while waiting for the green man to come on, an uncle on bicycle rode over to me and tell me to just cross the road and not wait for the green signal. What?! What business is it of yours whether I cross or wait? To top it off, he said it in a very condescending manner. I was thinking, you are telling me to cross the road when it's the red light in a T junction and you dare tell me that in such a way??? I was super baffled and not mention irritated. Strange people abound...

Strange people and strange weather. It's a strange strange world and not a big big world...

Countdown to my new wireless: 6 days excluding today...

I'm waiting...

2007-04-13T23:06:00.000+08:00

I got the animation science pe! Yeah! Super excited, haha. Maybe a little exaggerated, oh well. I haven't acknowledged the pe yet, but then I have till the 17th to do so. A lot of time still. But not really.

I just wanna use words to hide the fact that time is running out. Today's already Friday and my first paper starts on Tuesday. To top it off, I haven't finished studying yet. Still have a lot more chapters to go. I had thought the paper would be easy. But now I really have to work hard. There will be a long essay question then where I have to explain a concept and give relevant examples to back up my argument. Sounds a lot like lit essays huh? Only it is not. Haha. I'm stressed! Need to go and study yet again. Hopefully I get 2 more chapters in before I hit the bed tonight. Will I? Yes, I will. Faith keeps me going... :)

2007-04-12T10:33:00.000+08:00

In class now. Waiting for my turn to do the presentation and get it over with. I don't have to try too hard. Time limit for each group only 5 minutes! And to think she just said it, when we are halfway through the whole presentation session. Argh... She's a super bad communicator. She doesn't tell us things before hand, she just suddenly pops new information out every single time. Duh! I just wanna get the whole thing over with and then hide behind my computer doing my stuff while the others present. If not, I'll be super bored! Wish myself good luck then! Yeah!

Finished presenting. In 5 minutes. She caused us off. Exaggerated, but true. It's the first I finished my presentation in 5 minutes flat. What's the use of presenting if we have to do it in 5 minutes? The whole essence of presenting is lost. LOL!

2007-04-08T21:46:00.000+08:00

I changed my layout yet again. I'm a change freak... Haha... Just that I don't really like the old one, even though I like the picture. Yup, that picture was the only thing I like about my old layout. Whatever...

I did the e-learning for communication studies today, at home. Yes, at home. After days of 'temper-throwing', my modem finally decided to work. :) Not that I care much, new wireless is coming soon. Yeah, yeah! By then, I can hog online for as long as I wanna and feel like it... Wahaha... Coming back to the e-learning thing, it was a shock for me. I half-expected to see my lecturer's face... Haha... However, that supposed e-learning turned out to be ppt slides only... Sian... After which I proceeded to do the quiz and I got 14 out of 15. Not bad, but I was expecting a full score, because I had the textbook in front of me! Wonder where I went wrong??? Hmm... As for the essay question, I can only hope for the best and get the bonus points successfully... Will I? Yes I will... :p

Going back to school tomorrow to watch Shanghai Knights. Did I get it correctly? Should be, haha... I can sleep till my body alarm wakes me up tomorrow and go to school to watch the movie and take down notes... Life is good...

2007-04-06T14:35:00.000+08:00

I'm finally back online after such a long period. Now I realized how important a place internet holds in my life. I simply can't do without it... Like yesterday night, when I was writing my essay, I wished I could go online and chat with my friends over msn while doing my work. It will make work so much easier and lighter. Instead, I got through it alone... with my music... Haha... I'm exaggerating, aren't I??

My bro gotten the chicken pox bug... Poor him... He has to get it when it's his school holidays... Now he can't go out with friends or go for his archery practice, which he loves to bits... It's a bad holiday for him... As for me, I worry about catching the virus from him even though I got the vaccination. With the exams coming and all... sigh... Hope he gets well real soon... He's an extrovert and yet he has to stay home... Hmm...

Ok, I shall stop here. I need to study for my comms studies first before I do the e-learning session... And I hope I won't stay away for too long... Online, I mean... :)

2007-03-28T20:58:00.000+08:00

Wow, it's been almost 3 weeks since I last blogged. I was busy, yes, but not to the extent that I can't spare a few minutes blogging. I was just lazy, and because my internet connection is bad these days. But oh well, I'm here now to blog!

Firstly, I passed my FTT today! Yes! After trying for three times and failing it twice, I finally passed it this afternoon. It was a huge huge RELIEF! I was a nervous wreck the whole morning, worrying I might fail it again. Stress and past failure can work 'wonders' to your mental health. What can I say then?? I'm just relieved! Woohoo... And I booked a practical test date at the first possible moment. I was just so excited, wanted to get things done as fast and as soon as possible. It's somewhere in July, and I have months to prepare for it, mentally, of course. It's really important to not just be prepared for the test practically, so to speak, but mentally as well... And since it's during the holidays, I don't need to balance it with school. The two combined together can be stressful... Haha... It's true, and I won't deny it...

Now that FTT is over and behind, I need to re-focus on my essays. Haven't been doing much to my essays the last few days... And so, I need to start if I wanna write a decent essay for each module, and of course, not forgetting my CS814 term paper and presentation with Maisurah. Luckily it's group work... I'll go bonkers if it's individual work. But then, we are far far behind... Need to pull up our socks!!

Ok, I shall go back to being a good student and try to get some work done... Wish me luck!

2007-03-10T17:40:00.000+08:00

I was looking through my StarClique page and this is my horoscope for the day:

The planets are giving nearly everyone food for thought; in your case it's how to put the magic back in to romance. If romance seems to have lost a little of its shine and become a touch stale then just remember that you can turn things around, by being a little lighter of heart for today!

And this is what people under Aquarius is like... True or not???

Aquarius is the eleventh sign of the Zodiac and associated with future ideas and the unusual. Individuals born under this sign are thought to have leadership qualities with creative, challenging, entertaining, progressive, stimulating, and independent character, but one which is also prone to rebelliousness, coldness, erraticism, and impracticality. In terms of anatomy, Aquarius is said to rule the legs from knees to ankles and the circulation of blood. In terms of geography Aquarius is linked with Sweden, Canada, Ethiopia and Poland.

Aquarius is traditionally thought be ruled by the planet Saturn, but in more recent years many astrologers have labelled Uranus as the ruler or co-ruler of Aquarius, attributing the erraticism associated with the Sign to the planet's influence.

Physically, individuals born under the sign of Aquarius supposedly tend to have a vague expression, straight and silky hair, finely chiseled features, and a tall and slender figure. The males are often said to tend to be rather effeminate in appearance and the females somewhat broad-shouldered and masculine.

I wouldn't know for sure, but it's fun to read through such horoscope analysis once in a while... :)

2007-03-06T16:17:00.000+08:00

School has been busy, even though it is the only the week after the mid-term break. But whatever...

I'm pretty broke now. Only two days into the week and I spent almost all my allowance this week. Oh well... To confess, I bought Hana Kimi Part 3 and Gary Cao Ge's Superman. I have been wanting to buy those two and finally I have both... Good music and good show... Perfect... Haha...

Finished watching Hana Kimi! Finally, after months... Started watching it last December, I think... My sis seduced me to watch it... I knew it was a good show and everything, but I had wanted to wait till more episodes are up before I start watching... But still, I started watching it quite early and have been hooked to it since... And now that I have the whole DVD set, you can guess what will happen... I will watch it during breakfast, lunch, dinner... Haha... It's a really nice show, every episode is fantastic... It's never boring... The ending was quite different from the original manga, but it's still good... Quan protected Ruixi's secret till the end. I think it's pretty cool... Plus, they both know and realize the other's feelings for the other, though they did not get a chance to voice it out... Those interruptions... Still, the ending allows them to be together, and that's what matters... So, kudos to Hana Kimi!

Now that I finished watching Hana Kimi, (although I will still watch it on tv and on DVD), I should get started on my essays... I should start on my South Asian essay soon... Don't wanna procrastinate anymore. The earlier I start, the better it is. :)

2007-03-03T16:36:00.000+08:00

Suddenly, I feel that life is precarious. Even an innocent work trip to a foreign country can potentially turn into something dangerous and nerve-wrecking. Suddenly, I realized we don't live in a world full of rainbows and laughter. That means, we don't live in fairyland. We don't lead the live of princes and princesses. My realization does not mean I was naive about the workings of the world before that. I don't. I just wanna make an impact. Haha...

I was talking about the Stefanie Sun's incident in Egypt. I saw the headlines on the newspapers before I heard about it on tv and on radio. Everyone in the media was covering the news. It was hard not to know. What surprised me was the supposedly tour-guide and his actions. I never knew that people can be so cunning, especially in a country I don't know well and have never been before. Or perhaps, I am more willing to believe people are good by nature. That may be a naive way of thinking, but I prefer it better. I don't want to see the world as evil and cunning. Sure, there are evil and cunning all around. However, like what tv shows portray, I believe there are more good people than evil people around. It makes life easier. Why make our lives difficult???

And another thing. Artistes, however glamourous they appear on stage, they are not immune to dangerous situations. They are ordinary people too, like us.

Wow, I can't believe I got so philosophical. I just wanna pen my thoughts down.

And I should really and seriously pen my thoughts down for the research proposal. And I did. Yet, somehow, it was really hard to write a coherent piece out. Even after I know exactly what it is I wanna do on. If only, if only... If only, writing that proposal is as easy as blogging.

But... Grades make all the difference.

2007-02-21T11:24:00.000+08:00

Happy Chinese New Year to all! It's been a very relaxing week, what with celebrations and all... I love CNY! Too bad the official holidays are over... But CNY is still going on... for another 11 more days? Haha...

With the celebrations behind me, I have to start being studious again... Books to read, assignments to do... It's gonna be hectic... The recess break next week is pretty useless... Haha... I'll have to think and write my research essay proposal for HL 211 by next week, like next friday... But I doubt I will get it done by then... We will see...

Ok, I'm gonna start studying for CS100 mid-term test... Argh... Shouldn't mid-term tests be held after the recess break? ARGHhhh... :p

2007-02-07T13:51:00.000+08:00

Watched M. Butterfly yesterday with Karen. And finally understood what Agnes and Durga meant by, "It's a really nice movie.". Nice? Yes... But also absolutely revolting. And yet, it's also absolutely memory-reviving... After watching the movie yesterday, I kept thinking back to the scene where "Butterfly" revealed "her" body to Rene G. And then thought back to other scenes in the movie. It's almost like a merry-go-round, where I go round and round, recalling scenes from the movie... Argh... Can I stop thinking???

Anyway, the movie was a really different adaption from the original Broadway play. I think I would prefer the play to the movie itself. At the very least, the play conformed to all normal and digestable standards. Sure, in Madama Butterfly, Butterfly commits suicide so as to safeguard her son's future. In a way, it's a noble maternal act. An act of maternal concern and love for one's child. And yet, the movie deletes such an act of maternal nobility. Instead, it changes into one of pure disgust and revolt. "Butterfly" turns out to be a scheming spy, a spy who is willing to go to all levels to achieve "her" goals. Never mind "she" is a spy, why did she have to turn out to be a man as well??? No wonder I only saw the two leading guys' names on the cover of the videotape... and thought it strange? I was wondering throughout the movie who the other guy is throughout the movie... And now I know... And I kinda admire the guy who acts as the spy... He is super super convincing as a woman... Even I am fooled... '-'

Whatever it is, still kudos to the director and scriptwriter of the movie... It totally upset conventions, all that we believe in, and turned it 360 around...

2007-02-05T18:23:00.000+08:00

Watched the finale of Project Superstar 2 last night. I dare say it was the best competition ever. Haha… I’m only saying that because both contestants are my favourites in this competition. They really deserve to be in the finals… And I think Daren deserves the overall champion title too. :p

That said, I still think it was a pity that Diya did not win. Part of me was hoping she would win a nd do girls proud, after all, I'm getting a little sick of male champions emerging from such singing competitions. But then, another part of me is happy that Daren won. Contradictory ar? Comes from having two favourites contending each other, and also the feminist side of me acting up. Diya was good last night, even better than her previous performances. If not, she would not have won favour with the judges in 3 of the 5 rounds. She’s GOOD, and Daren too. Haha, I sound like a crazy fan, even to myself. Opps… But I am one...

And I’m glad that Diya might have a chance of securing a recording contract. Shouldn’t let her talent and effort go to waste… Haha…

To end off, I’m glad that Daren won! Most of his performances, from beginning to now, have been spectacular. He’s a star… Just so excited that Singapore finally has a different kind of singer, apart from composer types like JJ. Now we have a bad guy cum cool singer… It's a refreshing addition... to the now stagnant mix...

2007-01-31T18:24:00.000+08:00

Woohoo... I changed my blog skin yet again... The old one was faulty... And I like this new one, with all the hot pink around... It's so bright...

Ok, on to other things... I bought quite a bit of accessories today, so much that I'm shocked myself... Haha... Can't help it, they are all so nice... And anyway, I was getting bored with my old accessories... I need some new ones, and that's why I bought those that I bought...

Hana Kimi is getting more and more interesting... Especially the next episode... Can't wait for it to be uploaded on youtube... I wonder when the next part of the dvd will be out... I should thnk so, since the first two parts came out pretty fast... :)

Days seem to come and go fast these days... I think it's just my own mentality, with schoolwork and everything piling up all at the same time... Maybe that's why I think school days come and go faster than holidays... Or maybe I'll say the vice versa when it comes to holidays... Will I? I'm hard to please, aren't I? Can't help it... It's just me... :p

2007-01-24T14:05:00.000+08:00

Today's my birthday! I'm one year older yet again... The woes of an Aquarius... birthdays come so quick... Haha... My family celebrated my birthday for me on Sunday, and here are some pictures... I look nice... :p

This last picture was taken unaware... I had no idea when my sister took it... Sneaky... Haha... And now food! Can you guess the restaurant? Hmm...

The food was really yummy and in generous servings too... Yum Yum...
And what's a birthday without a cake? Chocolate cake!

As for presents, I got that kawaii tortoise and something I really really like... But that will have to wait since I haven't been able to take a really nice pic of it... Some other day... :-)

2007-01-22T18:36:00.000+08:00

Just some pictures of my new and cute toy... So Kawaii... :-)

2007-01-15T16:17:00.000+08:00

I haven't been blogging for a few days and I have things to blog.

Firstly, something I saw or heard on the bus last Friday. As most of you know, the bus is always crowded, whatever the time of day is. And it is worse during rainy days. Last Friday rained and I waited a long time for a bus I can get into. I think two or three buses bypassed me as it was simply too congested. When the bus I got onto came to the bus stop outside campus, I heard an auntie demanding to get onto the bus at all costs. Apparently, she and her friends have been waiting for quite some time and were getting frustrated. But come on, the bus just left campus and it is super crowded! The bus driver only allowed passengers to alight in that situation. But this auntie came and demanded to get onto the bus no matter what. She even shouted at the bus driver that she is wiling to tap her card twice just so she can get onto the bus. She was then standing on the steps at the rear door. It was dangerous and the bus could not move when she was standing at that dangerous spot. Come on, auntie, waiting for the next bus or even the next next bus won't kill you... The bus I was on was simply full to maximum capacity. That incident jsut showed how ugly people can be. We may not always do this, but courtesy is the way to go... She is not the only one who waited in the rain for the bus to come. Everyone does, but they don't create a scene like that auntie...

Ok, finally got it out of my system and I feel better...

Project Superstar has reached the second last round, the round where we will know who the male and female champ is... Looking forward to it... But then, Kelvin Soon's exit last week was a little unexpected... I had thought he would get in since the weeks preceding that saw contestants with the lowest marks eliminated. Guess Kelvin is just as shocked. He cried, more than once during the last results' show. That was the first time I saw a guy cry so openly, in front of national tv some more. Then again, people are emotional. Who can stop the tears from coming? I know I can't. On a side note, I'm kinda happy that Nat got in. I guess whoever gets in is not really important anymore. May the best win... Clinched, I know... Can't help it...

Gonna go back to reading Ishiguro's "A Pale View of Hills". It's a nice book, read the first few pages and love it. But I have been procrastinating, as usual... :p READ!!!

2007-01-11T00:13:00.000+08:00

School has started yet again and my feelings about it? I'm super duper TIRED!!! I feel more tired now than I did during the holidays. Now, I try to sleep early so that I can get up in time for class in the mornings. Most of my classes start early this semester (Not that I'm complaining... :)). And as a result, I get tired or feel tired in the afternoons. I don't even know if I feel tired mentally or physically... Opps... But I think it should get better soon. I have waking up early these few days... even today... And all because I have a driving lesson in the morning. I finally get a feel of what heavy traffic means... Morning traffic is ugly... Yes, I mean every single word... Even some drivers are nasty. They start honking at the vehicle in front the moment the traffic turns in their favor, without even giving time for people to move off... Ugly drivers... I don't even want to use inconsiderate on them, they are just ugly...

Enough complaining... Haha...

Time to catch up on my beauty sleep... Tomorrow is a long day, from 10 to 1730... I doubt it will end that late, since it's still intro week... But I need sleep cos I need to wake up early... Haha...

ZZZzzz......

2007-01-03T00:11:00.000+08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! My first post of the year.. worth remembering.. :-)

It's a new year and I have a new hairdo.. not really new lah.. just that I rebonded my hair sometime last december.. hmm.. I always feel weird having to call a new year a new year, especially the first few days of the year..It's like I'm still hanged up on the last year, which I always do.. Always feeling like the past year has flown by really fast and that I haven't done anything significant or interesting in the past year.. I feel like such a pessimist... :-(

So, to stop feeling that way one year later, I shall set aside some things to do and achieve this year.. simply put, resolutions..

1. Be a qualified driver
2. Learn yoga (I'm getting real interested in yoga lately, so I'm gonna learn it..)
3. Get in touch with some of my friends (Kinda lost contact with some of my friends during the past year. Now is the time to get back in touch)
4. Exercise (Which is also why I decide to take up yoga. Not now, but soon..)
5. And I shall keep the last one to myself.. Haahaa..

And with that, I end my first post of the year..

And I shall blog more regularly from now on.. :-)

2006-12-25T00:56:00.000+08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

My family don't celebrate Christmas, although I wish they do. I will get to receive presents then... But oh well... Although I did not go down to Orchard to soak in the Christmas festive season, I am determined to enjoy my Christmas this year!

Was reading through my email just now and came across this interesting story cum quiz... Here goes...

Once upon a time there lived a king. The king had a beautiful daughter, the PRINCESS.

But there was a problem. Everything the princess touched would melt. No matter what; metal, wood, stone, Anything she touched would melt. Because of this, men were afraid of her. Nobody would dare marry her. The king despaired.

What could he do to help his daughter? He consulted his wizards and magicians. One wizard told the king, "If your daughter touches one thing that does not melt in her hands, she will be cured." The king was overjoyed and came up with a plan next day, he held a competition. Any man that could bring his daughter an object that would not melt would marry her and inherit the king's wealth.

THREE YOUNG PRINCES TOOK UP THE CHALLENGE. The first brought a of the finest steel. But alas, when the princess touched it, it melted, and t he prince went away sadly.
The second prince brought .

He thought diamonds are the hardest substance in the world and would not melt. But alas, once the princess touched them, they melted. He too was sent away disappointed. :-[

The third prince approached. He told the princess, "Put your hand in my pocket and feel what is in there." The princess did as she was told, though she turned red.

She felt something hard. She held it in her hand. And it did not melt!!! The king was overjoyed. Everybody in the kingdom was overjoyed. And the third prince married the princess and they both lived happily ever after.

Question: What was in the prince's pants?

M&M's of course. They melt in your mouth, not in your hand.

What were you thinking??

Once again, MERRY CHRISTMAS, EVERYONE!!!

2006-12-18T17:22:00.000+08:00

Finally...Finally...Finally... I finished watching Tian Wai Fei Xian... It's a nice drama, although some of the scenes are weird, especially that last scene. Xiaoqi and Di Gua actually meet in the modern world... I would rather the Jade Emperor allow Xiaoqi to be with Di Gua while he is still alive... But I guess it is still a happy ending... They remember each other and meet again centuries later... Come to think of it, it is rather sweet and touching...

Now that I have finished watching Tian Wai Fei Xian, I'm gonna start on my FTT revision. Have to take the test on the 28th... which means I have about 10 days to prepare myself for it... But I think I will continue watching shows on youtube as well... Haha...

2006-12-13T13:42:00.000+08:00

I have been slacking so much lately, so much so that I haven't been updating lately...

Holidays are amazing for the body and mind. It's been a long time since I actually enjoy my holidays and not holed up somewhere working and slogging my guts out... It's not that I don't wanna work. But I wanna spend more time on my driving lessons and honing my driving skills. One really cannot afford to slack while learning to drive. It's a long process and patience is important, more important than one usually give credit for. So, I have been driving and honing my skills all these while. And I'm glad to say I have improved. Yeah...

Whether or not I will take up a holiday job is still pending. I haven't decided if I really wanna work, and what kind of job I should go for. I can't deny that I need money... Who doesn't need money in this world? Hee Hee... I shall see about it...

In the mean time, it's back to slacking and just enjoying myself... Engrossed in books and vcds... To end off, Happy Feet is a nice watch, even though it's very predictable...

2006-11-30T17:14:00.000+08:00

I can't believe time passed so fast. It's been more than a week since I last blogged. A lot has happened during the last week, which are worth mentioning if I remember them...

Firstly, I went to my cousin's son's first month celebration last Sunday. The baby boy was so cute... So kawaii... He has such bright eyes it's hard to believe he's only a month old... My brother took a picture of baby Gareth...

And what else? Oh yes, subject registration for next sem... a total drag because here I am, trying to prepare myself for the paper tomorrow morning, and I'm told I have to start planning for my next sem's timetable. I really have no idea what lit modules to take, except British-Asian. And I can't possibly do just one lit module... At least I have till the 7th to plan, and then be a mad woman. Yes, a mad woman... Everyone rushes to reguster for their modules, don't they? Like in a wet market... Haha...

Ok, guess I better go back to my books... Gambatte!!!

2006-11-22T11:57:00.000+08:00

I can't believe everything is bullying me right now... I'm so so frustrated...

First off, I simply cannot sign in to MSN no matter how many times I tried... since yesterday... It keeps telling me that I can't sign in now because the service is unavailable... What the hell... My sis and bro can sign in with no probs at all... so why me??? To add on, my internet explorer broke down yesterday too! Had to delete some add-on before I can access it... And now, internet explorer is telling me that I should enable that add-on... No way will I enable it... As far as I'm concerned, that add-on is forever disabled for all I care...

Next, why can't parents say sorry to their children for something which they are obviously in the wrong? Why are the children the ones to always say sorry? I hate it! My mum promised to buy me lunch yesterday because I wanna stay home and study... But she and my dad went off to find some isolated temple in Jurong yesterday and I only got my lunch at 4 pm! Can you believe it? Can't they at least call and tell me they will be late home and so I can get my own lunch? That was total irresponsibility! To think they have the cheek to say they gave me pocket money for the week... Some parents are really ridiculous...

On a better side, I got a B for my modernism essay... It was better than the first... the forst one was horrendous... So at the very least I can console myslef saying I did better this time round...even though it was far from good... I would have been happier with a B+... I really need to do well for the exam though... I want my grades to be no lower than a B+ for all lit papers...

Goong finished airing on tv yesterday night... Feel kinda empty... Haha... I missed like half the episodes when it was on air... But at least I'm going to buy the vcd after the exams... By then, I can watch to my heart's content... Will December come soon???

2006-11-18T12:06:00.000+08:00

Hello, bloggie... Haha... Haven't been blogging in quite some time... was really busy... busy with exams that is... Finished 3 papers and 2 more to go... I'm worried about my gpa for this sem... juz have a feeling... Hopefully I'm wrong... but one thing's for sure, gonna be more careful choosing my modules next sem... gpa matters!

I haven't started on my modernism exam revision, and I have to start soon... a lot of things to know and understand... not a slacker period... at least for the next 2 weeks... veerry important papers coming up, and I'm determined to do well for them... for the sake of my gpa... work hard...

Yeah, work hard.... get my mind off distractions... a bad source during the exams...

Oh ya, you know how clever our govt is at reminding us we are really adults? They sent me the organ donation pledge form a few weeks back... Not that I have decided what to do with it yet... I think that can wait... I just hate the way they remind me my birthday is coming soon... What a reminder... Be more discreet next time? Boo...

Back to work and to studying?

Yeah...

2006-10-29T17:48:00.000+08:00

I'm actually in the midst of writing my essay for New Literatures, and here I am blogging... All because I'm stuck, and have no idea how to continue... Hmm... Help!

I can't believe I saw Bryan Wong from Star Idol last night... First time... And I didn't take a pic with him... Oh well... He looks good in person, as good as he looks on tv...

Halloween party was fun, though I did not dance much... Too self-conscious? I think so... But now I know my course mates are good dancers... Yeah...

Ideas please... don't wanna hand in my essay too late, even though I got the extension... But I don't want to risk a bad grade either... by writing nonsensical... IDEAS!!!

Counting down to... everything... deadlines...presentation... exams...

Back to work?

2006-10-18T01:10:00.000+08:00

'Konbanwa.'
"Konbanwa."
'Watashi wa E desu. O-namae-wa.'
"Watashi wa L desu."
'Yoroshiku oneigaishimasu.'
"Kochirakoso yorushiku oneigaishimasu."

My sis and I have been repeating the above uncountable times tonight/last night. She started her Nihon-go lesson today, and she's real excited... To think I had to convince her Japanese is fun and easy in the first place... Boo...

I got my Halloween costume. Yeah... Can you guess what I'm going as? I have been telling people I will go as a witch... but I scraped that idea right out the window after I saw the... the... pirate's outfit! It is a 'punky' pirate outfit... Love it lots... I almost got a hand glove to match the outfit... but it has been put under consideration... It's way to expensive... at least to me... :-) My costume is incomplete though... A few more things to get... Gonna burn a hole in my bank account... opps...

I'm so excited about the Halloween party. Can you believe this is only my second year celebrating Halloween? No surprise there, Halloween is hardly part of the Singapore culture. People here don't really celebrate Halloween as they do in countries like America... But now, Halloween is officially a part of my life... or maybe since last year? It's gonna stay with me, at least till I graduate... Will I celebrate Halloween after that? Who knows? The future is uncertain...

Counting down... not just to the party, but you know what else... Deadlines...

2006-10-07T11:58:00.000+08:00

Hmm... Haven't been blogging for a few days... Been busy with school, and well, other things...

Finally, I did treatment for my hair. Now, it's not as dry and maybe brittle? It's softer now... and I like the feel of it... I layered my hair too... Well, I'm always layering my hair... Whenever I go to the hairdresser, the person, whoever she is, will always ask if I wanna layer my hair because it' so thick... Personally I don't think my hair is all that thick, but well... I just let them do what they deem fit... and luckily the result is always good...

Went to the libraries in Jurong with Karen yesterday... I can't believe we spent the whole afternoon in there... Oh well, we were searching for books that were non-existent there... Even a regional library is limited in its literature resources, except Shakespeare... Shakespeare is everywhere... It's almost like when you, the common masses, think of lit, Shakespeare is the only name that comes to mind... Ok, I'm grousing...

Had Sakae sushi for lunch yesterday... It was nice, after so long... I have been eating sushi, but not in Sakae... Haha... Wondered what sakae actually means in Japanese... Well, it means, I don't know what... Haha... Haven't been able to find it... Maybe it's just a name... A name given to the frog... the mascot of Sakae sushi... :)

Charmed is so nice... It's a pity it's coming to an end soon... This is already the last season... Can't bear to let it go... Haha... It's been a part of my life for so long... Maybe it's a good thing there are vcds... Will I buy it? Most probably... It will have to wait though... I have been spending a lot of money lately, and I'm going to spend another sum soon... Shall not reveal it here yet what I'm gonna spend on...

Ok, I shall end here... It's a long post...

2006-10-03T16:49:00.000+08:00

School has started yet again, and my sis is back! Wahaha... How has the first two days of school been? Well, I'm totally not in the mood... Meaning I'm not keeping up with the lessons... For one, Prof Chew's lecture yesterday was not too bad. In fact it was better than her other lectures. But for some unknown reason, I find myself drifting off more than once during her lecture yesterday... I better start being more serious and attentive... No time to waste... Haha...

Another thing, I better brush up on my Jap. One week without Jap lessons and I'm starting to forget some things... I can't afford to forget... This is my best chance of getting the A I have always wanted... So, I shall work hard... Yeah...

P/s: I passed my Mastering Communications test... Yeah... A relief...

2006-09-28T12:14:00.000+08:00

I was supposed to post this yesterday... But I guess I was too lazy... So, here it is...

Woohoo… I’m re-energized… Why? I went for Energy’s Campus Concert yesterday and was once again electrified... It may be a short one, they were late (well, I’m no newcomer to Energy’s events, and I already expected that) but it was full of energy! Clinched ar? Who cares? :-)

They sang ‘Xing Ren Lei’ as the opening number, and man, it was good, even from a side view. Yes, I did not get to sit in the center; I was at the right side. But nevertheless… I just wish I was sitting in the middle, but…

Next they sang “Ai Shi Kong’, the most popular song currently. I wanna hear them sing live again. Ady’s and Shu Wei’s vocals are good, there was a part in the song where they were singing together, and I tell you, that part was super loud when they sang it yesterday. Very Energy…

Other songs they sang include ‘Zui Hao’, ‘Ai Qing Feng Xiang Qiu’ and ‘Bu Zai Wu You Mei You Yi Hou’. The last night was the climax of the concert; they picked out three fans and they sang the song holding their hands and looking into their eyes. Fans in the audience were going ga-ga, I tell you… There was even a mini-game where contestants had to sing as many of Energy’s songs in 30 seconds…

Then there was a mini – autograph session. I got their autographs then… Decided it will be better getting their signatures then than waiting in the queue at Bukit Panjang Plaza. Not the first time that I went up and got their signatures and held their hands, but, I guess I haven’t grown out of idol-age. Who cares, I’m not an adult yet…

I then went to BPP for their autograph session. Yes, even after I gotten their autographs. I wanted to hear them sing again… They sang ‘Ai Qing Feng Xiang Qiu’ and ‘Ai Shi Kong’. This time round, I was in the middle and I listened to my heart’s content.

You must be wondering when I wrote such a detailed summary. Well, I had to find a way to remember all the details so that I will be able to tell my sis all about it when she comes back… Good sister ar? Haha…

2006-09-25T15:13:00.000+08:00

Ok, I confess. I have not been starting my revision. Yes, the revision I promised myself I will do during the break. Yeah, I know it's only Monday, and there's the rest of the week to catch up on. Like real... I better get started now before anything else, or I'll never get started and slack through this break... Yes, right... Stop watching videos on youtube! But I'm so hooked. I found a lot of charmed videos and I can't seem to pull myself away from the screen... I keep wanting to go on and on... Oh dear... Whatever, I better start on my new lit revision like I said I would today... And my reward will be watching the Singapore Idol results' show on tv tonight. Not that I am all that interested in whoever is crowned Singapore Idol, I'm watching because Energy will be guest performing... Yeah... And I'll get to see them tomorrow... in the flesh... Wahaha... No crazy thoughts though... :-)

New lit... I'm coming...

2006-09-24T16:28:00.000+08:00

Energy's latest mv...