Oooh! Mid-Autumn Festival is just round the corner!
Well, nothing so exciting about it. I'm not a kid anymore. Which is sad...
anyway, there's bad and good news. The good news is, we've got mooncakes to eat! YUMMY!!
And the bad news, I can't move into my new house yet.
All because of the damn contractor. Trusted him, yet he betrayed us. And the house will most probably not be done before Mid-autumn.
So, no house-warming on Mid-autumn Festival lor. Gagaga...
I like the festival a lot. Other than Chinese New Year (in terms of Chinese's festivals), this is an important day for me. I don't know why. Usually it's only "celebrated" with eating mooncakes. Which can be quite boring. And because of the last 5 years in high school, the festival is almost always near exam time, we couldn't really find time to celebrate it.
Looking back, I kinda pity myself. Comparing to many other Chinese children in the country, I (and my sisters) have the least celebrated the "Lantern" festival.
All those years in China, I have never 'played' lanterns during the festival. In the first few years, there seemed to be no big deal about it, besides having lotsa mooncakes. My dad got them as gifts from his friends. How greatly we missed the lovely times with lanterns, and the mooncakes which are made in Malaysia.
*Indeed, mnay of chinese mooncakes don't taste as good. =) *
In the final 2 years or somewhat, some local Chinese community held Mid-Autumn Festival parties at the basketball court right behind our apartment block. Woohoo... imagine eating mooncakes and looking all over for the full-moon in the freezing wind! maybe that's how Ice-cream mooncakes came about!
And that's it. Fancy living in China without having to celebrate a chinese festival.
Well, we really did hope to drag our lanterns out (oh, and we have at least 7 of them!) and hang them at the windows. we just dread that either the candle will be out in a second, or the whole thing will turn into a fire-ball!
*So, never stay in an apartment! Haha! not funny...*
Talking about lanterns, many might feel that technology has 'improved' it. Nowadays I seldom see kids playing with candle-lit lanterns. Instead, they have electronic ones! They come in all shapes and sizes, with everything from the simplest fish models to favourite cartoons such as Mashimaro and Hamtaro. And many of them come with music too. My neighbour has a grandchild who played with it last year until we got tired of it.
I would say those stuff are marvelous... if they are not so-called "lanterns". what are lanterns really? To me, the joy lies in the 'traditional' lanterns using candles, where a dim light is seen through some colourful papers. It may be tiring and frustrating to keep the canle flame from going off or burning the lantern, but overall, it just seems so peaceful and romantic, doesn't it?
If you were to use the electronic ones, which you can shake them, throw them, swing them, turn them upside-down, and 'fly' them across the sky, well I guess our ancestors might as well replace lanterns with light-bulbs... protected by layers of plastic. why take the trouble to make delicately beautiful non-fire-protection lanterns?
Okay, enough of bragging. It wasn't all nonsense, but don't take it hard. Just my opinion, don't mean to insult.
Anyway, Enjoy the festival. It's gonna be a sweet festival, either big or small celebration.
Try to go home to unite with your family.
Or else, call them, to wish them well and happy.
May happiness be with you always.
Sadhu, Sadhu, Sadhu!
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Monday, August 28, 2006
Not Just a bit of SHOCK!!
It was such a horrified day, 28/8/2006. Starting from 2.00am.
Yes, 2am. Was kinda regretting when I went online till so late. That's after I opened eAdvantage to check my exam result.
Never expected this. I STARED at the monitor screen.
"OH MY GOD!"
I couldn't help but exclaimed. I couldn't believe my eyes. I was TOTALLY SHOCKED!!!
On the result slip, I saw a "D"!! Scanning the row, it is for GENERAL PHYSICS!!! WHAT??!! What'e H*** is this?? 40 marks?!
"How can it be? It can't be...it can't be..."
Images of the paper ran through my mind. I remember I could do at least half the paper. So how come I would fail?
Then I recalled something. during the end of the exam, the staff-on0duty forgot to collect the papers in my row, so we had to pass up by ourselves. What if they misplaced it? Our had they penalised us??
I started to panick. The instant of my mind told me to email the lecturer. I explained my situation and the incident which happened, which may have been brought the effects of getting this poor unbelieveable result.
I tried to calm myself down, and plan my next steps. I couldn't help from thinking about the consequences...re-check the paper? Sitting for Supplementary paper? Scholarship terminated??!
My mind was getting wild, getting crazy. I could only think of negative stuff. Finally, under so much pressure, I broke into tears. Yes, like a child, weeping away when something is not right. I couldn't help it... I was and I am still very exhausted from the pressure of studies, family, money and scholarship.
Actually, for many other students, this might be just an "Oh damn it, gotta take supp paper" thingy. But for me, it's a HUGE thing coz... I cannot fail in any paper! Failing would bring a great impact and big effect to my study carrier here.
Next morning (this morning, that is), I went to the University just for the purpose of seeing the lecturer. 3 hours transport time, 2 hours waiting, just for 10 minutes of seeing Mr Moey.
when Mr Moey saw my name, he was quite surprised. Just then, I saw a bright side of the incident. He checked his records, and told me that I didn't fail. I got an "A" instead! Wow... it was such a relief1 He informed the person-in-charge, and assured me of them fixing the problem.
Oh well, thank goodness! Now I know at least my hard work paid off. Though my worries and tears were wasted. Can't believe that this would happen to me in my very first semester at UCSI. I hope it won't happen again. It really does bring unnecessary mental pressure to me.
Hope I will do well in this sem. Very anxious about General Chemistry.
All the best to myself!
*I'm a bit unsatisfied about getting a B+ in Introduction to Business paper. I was only 1 MARK away from A. ARGGGHHH~~~ But the MCQ part of paper was tough, not many questions we had not covered. Haiz...
Yes, 2am. Was kinda regretting when I went online till so late. That's after I opened eAdvantage to check my exam result.
Never expected this. I STARED at the monitor screen.
"OH MY GOD!"
I couldn't help but exclaimed. I couldn't believe my eyes. I was TOTALLY SHOCKED!!!
On the result slip, I saw a "D"!! Scanning the row, it is for GENERAL PHYSICS!!! WHAT??!! What'e H*** is this?? 40 marks?!
"How can it be? It can't be...it can't be..."
Images of the paper ran through my mind. I remember I could do at least half the paper. So how come I would fail?
Then I recalled something. during the end of the exam, the staff-on0duty forgot to collect the papers in my row, so we had to pass up by ourselves. What if they misplaced it? Our had they penalised us??
I started to panick. The instant of my mind told me to email the lecturer. I explained my situation and the incident which happened, which may have been brought the effects of getting this poor unbelieveable result.
I tried to calm myself down, and plan my next steps. I couldn't help from thinking about the consequences...re-check the paper? Sitting for Supplementary paper? Scholarship terminated??!
My mind was getting wild, getting crazy. I could only think of negative stuff. Finally, under so much pressure, I broke into tears. Yes, like a child, weeping away when something is not right. I couldn't help it... I was and I am still very exhausted from the pressure of studies, family, money and scholarship.
Actually, for many other students, this might be just an "Oh damn it, gotta take supp paper" thingy. But for me, it's a HUGE thing coz... I cannot fail in any paper! Failing would bring a great impact and big effect to my study carrier here.
Next morning (this morning, that is), I went to the University just for the purpose of seeing the lecturer. 3 hours transport time, 2 hours waiting, just for 10 minutes of seeing Mr Moey.
when Mr Moey saw my name, he was quite surprised. Just then, I saw a bright side of the incident. He checked his records, and told me that I didn't fail. I got an "A" instead! Wow... it was such a relief1 He informed the person-in-charge, and assured me of them fixing the problem.
Oh well, thank goodness! Now I know at least my hard work paid off. Though my worries and tears were wasted. Can't believe that this would happen to me in my very first semester at UCSI. I hope it won't happen again. It really does bring unnecessary mental pressure to me.
Hope I will do well in this sem. Very anxious about General Chemistry.
All the best to myself!
*I'm a bit unsatisfied about getting a B+ in Introduction to Business paper. I was only 1 MARK away from A. ARGGGHHH~~~ But the MCQ part of paper was tough, not many questions we had not covered. Haiz...
缘分还是命运？
究竟是缘分还是命运在作怪？
我发现最近过的日子和我初中一的时候很相似。不多朋友，时常独来独往。感觉到在思大这种私人大学，交朋友有点难度。可能是科系问题，也可能是因为我‘孤僻’之类的性格，或者我可能太俗气了吧！
在大学交不到朋友，而且好象也渐渐失去了中学的朋友，感到很麻木，有点不知所措。怎么办？很不想变得孤零零的一个呀！该怎么进步、怎么挽回呢？
神啊，救救我吧！
难得每次换了个环境都要经过这个过程吗？要是五年后，也得像在中五时候，刚找到一班朋友后，却又要分开了呢？
其实我的确有交了几个朋友。不过比较要好的就要攻读别的科系了。另一位呢，也是念工程系的，但她快我一个学期。她有一班朋友，其实还蛮OK的，不过总觉得和他们有一定的距离。
好不甘心。为何我重视朋友，却时常交不到朋友或失去朋友？毕竟我已尽力了呀！好纳闷，好无力。。。
我时常想参加一些社交活动。但由于种种问题如金钱、父母限制等等，我始终无法达到目标。
我只是想要。。。多些朋友，谈得来的朋友。
我发现最近过的日子和我初中一的时候很相似。不多朋友，时常独来独往。感觉到在思大这种私人大学，交朋友有点难度。可能是科系问题，也可能是因为我‘孤僻’之类的性格，或者我可能太俗气了吧！
在大学交不到朋友，而且好象也渐渐失去了中学的朋友，感到很麻木，有点不知所措。怎么办？很不想变得孤零零的一个呀！该怎么进步、怎么挽回呢？
神啊，救救我吧！
难得每次换了个环境都要经过这个过程吗？要是五年后，也得像在中五时候，刚找到一班朋友后，却又要分开了呢？
其实我的确有交了几个朋友。不过比较要好的就要攻读别的科系了。另一位呢，也是念工程系的，但她快我一个学期。她有一班朋友，其实还蛮OK的，不过总觉得和他们有一定的距离。
好不甘心。为何我重视朋友，却时常交不到朋友或失去朋友？毕竟我已尽力了呀！好纳闷，好无力。。。
我时常想参加一些社交活动。但由于种种问题如金钱、父母限制等等，我始终无法达到目标。
我只是想要。。。多些朋友，谈得来的朋友。
Feeling Heavy
It seems like it has been more than half a year since I last donated blood.
Missed out the donation campaign last Thursday in my campus, as I had to be on duty that day, and afraid to be exhausted by the long way home.
Whether it's true or just a mere psychology effect, I kinda feel 'heavy' with my body, without donating blood. Or is it because I feel bad for not donating blood to help? Hmm...crazy...
And, it's been 4 months since I last went jogging. I truly don't like the process of it, but it feels great having to exert the sweat from my body. Ahh.. it's an achievement! Haha!
But I still don't like jogging.
I prefer playing ball games. However, ever since I sprained my foot, I haven't played any basketball or badminton. It been a month plus. Now I wonder whether the CH F6 Sports Club activity is still available, coz the president seem to suddenly disappear.
Well, I still have to keep my body fit. For the moment, I am taking up Yogalates, a combination of Yoga and Pilates. I have no coach, just a book. Gotta practise everyday, or there will be no effect, whether for fitness or beauty =). Hopefully It works. Will find some time to visit the gym in campus when school starts. I might try out the 'running machine'--treadmill, that is. I prefer to jog on parallel ground, rather than the usual one I use which is hilly and round a garden.
Hope my dad will bring me to the National Blood Centre next weekend.
Oh, and I'm 18! No need of getting permission from parents to donate blood! (which got me really busy last time...)
Missed out the donation campaign last Thursday in my campus, as I had to be on duty that day, and afraid to be exhausted by the long way home.
Whether it's true or just a mere psychology effect, I kinda feel 'heavy' with my body, without donating blood. Or is it because I feel bad for not donating blood to help? Hmm...crazy...
And, it's been 4 months since I last went jogging. I truly don't like the process of it, but it feels great having to exert the sweat from my body. Ahh.. it's an achievement! Haha!
But I still don't like jogging.
I prefer playing ball games. However, ever since I sprained my foot, I haven't played any basketball or badminton. It been a month plus. Now I wonder whether the CH F6 Sports Club activity is still available, coz the president seem to suddenly disappear.
Well, I still have to keep my body fit. For the moment, I am taking up Yogalates, a combination of Yoga and Pilates. I have no coach, just a book. Gotta practise everyday, or there will be no effect, whether for fitness or beauty =). Hopefully It works. Will find some time to visit the gym in campus when school starts. I might try out the 'running machine'--treadmill, that is. I prefer to jog on parallel ground, rather than the usual one I use which is hilly and round a garden.
Hope my dad will bring me to the National Blood Centre next weekend.
Oh, and I'm 18! No need of getting permission from parents to donate blood! (which got me really busy last time...)
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Dhamma Quiz BISDS 2006
I took part in a Dhamma Quiz today. My class was to be in Group C, and the competition was between school 1 and School 2.
It was such a 'fearful' moment when 3 participants (out of 4) couldn't turn up. The remaining one was... me of course. Thank goodness one of the finally made it, and we asked permission for one of the committee who was from the same class to join our team.
I was very anxious about the questions to be asked, as I had earlier watched the group A & B competitions. I expect them to be tougher, and I was right. Luckily for some of the questions (especially dealing with Dhamma) I GUESSED them right, which was a relief.
I didn't expect to win the quiz, as I had not done enough preparation (that means STUDY) for it. BUT I WON!!! The score of both teams were very close, maybe by 2 marks difference.
It was unbelieveable for us, as it was for the opponent team, as I think they expect to win. Well I recognise one of their participants who often take the Buddhism exams. In the end, they wanted to throw us the microphone stand, obviously they weren't pleasant (who would, if they were to lose). Not sporting enough, sigh...
As a prize, I was given a TILE. Haha... it's painted with beautiful gorgeous colors, which acts as a trophy. Our certificates are to come soon...
Thanks so much for the committee member (sorry don't really know her) for helping me and the team.
CHEERS GUYS!
It was such a 'fearful' moment when 3 participants (out of 4) couldn't turn up. The remaining one was... me of course. Thank goodness one of the finally made it, and we asked permission for one of the committee who was from the same class to join our team.
I was very anxious about the questions to be asked, as I had earlier watched the group A & B competitions. I expect them to be tougher, and I was right. Luckily for some of the questions (especially dealing with Dhamma) I GUESSED them right, which was a relief.
I didn't expect to win the quiz, as I had not done enough preparation (that means STUDY) for it. BUT I WON!!! The score of both teams were very close, maybe by 2 marks difference.
It was unbelieveable for us, as it was for the opponent team, as I think they expect to win. Well I recognise one of their participants who often take the Buddhism exams. In the end, they wanted to throw us the microphone stand, obviously they weren't pleasant (who would, if they were to lose). Not sporting enough, sigh...
As a prize, I was given a TILE. Haha... it's painted with beautiful gorgeous colors, which acts as a trophy. Our certificates are to come soon...
Thanks so much for the committee member (sorry don't really know her) for helping me and the team.
CHEERS GUYS!
Thursday, August 24, 2006
PROGRAM KARNIVAL PATRIOTIK 2006
24 Ogos 2006. This date might not be so much memorable, but it is definitely a special experience (or not).
The Program Karnival Patriotik 2006 was held in UCSI this year. It was a special event attended by students from both government and private higher institutes. The VIP of the event was the Parliamentary secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education (if I'm not wrong).
My 'Duty'
I was supposed to be on duty then, as of all the scholarship students. The event is scheduled to start at 2pm, but we were to arrive there at 12.30pm, which made me miss out my lunch-time! (sobsob...) We were given t-shirts, then given instructions for duty at different locations in the campus.
I was assigned to a staircase near the lobby lift. I do wonder what the purpose was, as I did not have to usher the 'foreign' students, because they seem to know where to go. We were there about 40 mintues only (thank goodness not till the end of the carnival!).
Later, we were ushered out to the staircase of the main door, and were told to stand there, and be 'flag-stands'! We had to wave the little cute flags, and were told to shout and make some noise (Okay, so the VIP likes noise?!)
Okay great, a common tradition of all VIPs of my our country...being late. That kept us standing outside under the sun for at least 40 minutes. But he's quite sporty (can consider that), as he took a flag from one student and waved with us. Haha...
The Carvinal
We were quickly ushered up to the MPH for the programme. It's a great thing that we get to watch the show (and not stand somewhere else in the campus). We are the representatives of UCSI!
Waiting is as if 'compulsory'. Until the VIPs arrive, the event started with the Parliamentary Secretary's speech. Unfortunately I was half-sleeping (or meditation...haha), so I can't tell you much about the contents. This was my first time witnessing a hi-tech (maybe) opening ceremony. The fact that I actually exclaimed! So much different from high school style (pulling a ribbon and the banner opens).
Before this, there was of course the National anthem (which I haven't sung for more than half a year) and Bacaan Doa.
Later, there was a video presentation (which I was quite touched by), followed by the choir. I find the Harmonica performance of the song [Setia] very interesting, it was my favourite show of the event. Both are from UCSI. And the students were quite sporty to sing along with the beautiful melody! One of the staff (I believe), Prof. Dr. Norfadzillah also presented a song Bahtera Merdeka, which seemed a popular song among the Malay students.
Next came the poem reciting presentation by students from UNITEN. erm... not too interested, hehe... Students from LUCT gave a choir presentation, followed by A drama cum dacing performance by Kolej Shahputra.
The UPM students presented a quite elegant show, which is a combination of dances of the three main races in the country. Somehow they are lack of chinese dancers though... only 2...hehe.
Last but not least, the Dikir Barat. A familiar performance, reminded me of the times in Beijing, once when the younsters from the embassy had to perform in a mall. Not quite my favourite, but I like the beat of it.
It was a fascinating carnival, with a glamourous ending. Everyone was up to sing [Keranamu Malaysia] and [Jalur Gemilang]. Again, it was so much different from the high school 'singing' method. Everyone (almost) was excited and happy. even the VIP wave the huge Jalur Gemilang on stage! The representatives of each IPTA/IPTS went on stage. The stage looked so charming, so exciting, so beautiful.
The feelings...
For a moment I felt, doesn't it feel great to be independent? Doesn't it feel good to be in peace? The spirits of the students in the hall made me feel that all of us there were the next generation to lead the country. We were to follow the Prime Minister's motto, "Work with me, not for me".
I believe our country can be labelled a developed country soon, if we put in our effort to upgrade ourselves and to serve the country. appreciation for the country is not to be shown in once in a year only, it should be a lasting feeling, always, all throughout the whole life. All of us play a role in the development of the country.
for now, I wish all of you, as well as my country, "Happy Independence Day!"
MERDEKA! MERDEKA! MERDEKA!
P/S： Unfortunately I don't have a camera, the photos would have been more charming! Will try to post them if I ever snatched some. =)
The Program Karnival Patriotik 2006 was held in UCSI this year. It was a special event attended by students from both government and private higher institutes. The VIP of the event was the Parliamentary secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education (if I'm not wrong).
My 'Duty'
I was supposed to be on duty then, as of all the scholarship students. The event is scheduled to start at 2pm, but we were to arrive there at 12.30pm, which made me miss out my lunch-time! (sobsob...) We were given t-shirts, then given instructions for duty at different locations in the campus.
I was assigned to a staircase near the lobby lift. I do wonder what the purpose was, as I did not have to usher the 'foreign' students, because they seem to know where to go. We were there about 40 mintues only (thank goodness not till the end of the carnival!).
Later, we were ushered out to the staircase of the main door, and were told to stand there, and be 'flag-stands'! We had to wave the little cute flags, and were told to shout and make some noise (Okay, so the VIP likes noise?!)
Okay great, a common tradition of all VIPs of my our country...being late. That kept us standing outside under the sun for at least 40 minutes. But he's quite sporty (can consider that), as he took a flag from one student and waved with us. Haha...
The Carvinal
We were quickly ushered up to the MPH for the programme. It's a great thing that we get to watch the show (and not stand somewhere else in the campus). We are the representatives of UCSI!
Waiting is as if 'compulsory'. Until the VIPs arrive, the event started with the Parliamentary Secretary's speech. Unfortunately I was half-sleeping (or meditation...haha), so I can't tell you much about the contents. This was my first time witnessing a hi-tech (maybe) opening ceremony. The fact that I actually exclaimed! So much different from high school style (pulling a ribbon and the banner opens).
Before this, there was of course the National anthem (which I haven't sung for more than half a year) and Bacaan Doa.
Later, there was a video presentation (which I was quite touched by), followed by the choir. I find the Harmonica performance of the song [Setia] very interesting, it was my favourite show of the event. Both are from UCSI. And the students were quite sporty to sing along with the beautiful melody! One of the staff (I believe), Prof. Dr. Norfadzillah also presented a song Bahtera Merdeka, which seemed a popular song among the Malay students.
Next came the poem reciting presentation by students from UNITEN. erm... not too interested, hehe... Students from LUCT gave a choir presentation, followed by A drama cum dacing performance by Kolej Shahputra.
The UPM students presented a quite elegant show, which is a combination of dances of the three main races in the country. Somehow they are lack of chinese dancers though... only 2...hehe.
Last but not least, the Dikir Barat. A familiar performance, reminded me of the times in Beijing, once when the younsters from the embassy had to perform in a mall. Not quite my favourite, but I like the beat of it.
It was a fascinating carnival, with a glamourous ending. Everyone was up to sing [Keranamu Malaysia] and [Jalur Gemilang]. Again, it was so much different from the high school 'singing' method. Everyone (almost) was excited and happy. even the VIP wave the huge Jalur Gemilang on stage! The representatives of each IPTA/IPTS went on stage. The stage looked so charming, so exciting, so beautiful.
The feelings...
For a moment I felt, doesn't it feel great to be independent? Doesn't it feel good to be in peace? The spirits of the students in the hall made me feel that all of us there were the next generation to lead the country. We were to follow the Prime Minister's motto, "Work with me, not for me".
I believe our country can be labelled a developed country soon, if we put in our effort to upgrade ourselves and to serve the country. appreciation for the country is not to be shown in once in a year only, it should be a lasting feeling, always, all throughout the whole life. All of us play a role in the development of the country.
for now, I wish all of you, as well as my country, "Happy Independence Day!"
MERDEKA! MERDEKA! MERDEKA!
P/S： Unfortunately I don't have a camera, the photos would have been more charming! Will try to post them if I ever snatched some. =)
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
If I have three months left...
"Long live me!" I do wish myself long life, I still want to play my role in this society.
If, IF I really have only three months left of my life,
I would get my 'social-work aspiration' going immediately. I had often wanted to help the less-fortunate society, the disabled, the old folks, the parentless. Maybe I can't do much help materialistically, but I wish to learn some counselling to help them realise that the world can be brighter than they think it is.
If possible, I'd like to travel to the places i've been desiring to go. If there's a chance, I'de even do social work while traveling.
And one most important thing is, to let my family and friends know that I appreciate them all the while.
And to tell my mom and dad, "I love you."
If, IF I really have only three months left of my life,
I would get my 'social-work aspiration' going immediately. I had often wanted to help the less-fortunate society, the disabled, the old folks, the parentless. Maybe I can't do much help materialistically, but I wish to learn some counselling to help them realise that the world can be brighter than they think it is.
If possible, I'd like to travel to the places i've been desiring to go. If there's a chance, I'de even do social work while traveling.
And one most important thing is, to let my family and friends know that I appreciate them all the while.
And to tell my mom and dad, "I love you."
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
What will you do...
What will you do, if you have THREE months left of your life?
Oooh... that's a tough one. My Sunday School teacher shot us with this question last few weeks.
Let's see, wanna travel the whole world, well at least to visit Beijing again (eheh, [Gong Ti Bei] hehe...never really walked that place), and tour some historical European countries like Greece, Italy, bla bla bla... and to Disneyland (no, not the one in Hong Kong, that's too crowded). Oh, and Taiwan, where I wanna meet my pop idols...akakakaka...I wanna meet F4, Yee chung, JJ, Jolin, David T., bla bla bla... And on to Ireland and england to see Westlife, then to US to meet BSB...
No. Stop. Hold on. I need to think this over...
Oooh... that's a tough one. My Sunday School teacher shot us with this question last few weeks.
Let's see, wanna travel the whole world, well at least to visit Beijing again (eheh, [Gong Ti Bei] hehe...never really walked that place), and tour some historical European countries like Greece, Italy, bla bla bla... and to Disneyland (no, not the one in Hong Kong, that's too crowded). Oh, and Taiwan, where I wanna meet my pop idols...akakakaka...I wanna meet F4, Yee chung, JJ, Jolin, David T., bla bla bla... And on to Ireland and england to see Westlife, then to US to meet BSB...
No. Stop. Hold on. I need to think this over...
Monday, August 21, 2006
Strange world
This is a strange world.
While some people are trying their best to help other people fight for their lives against the most deadly diseases in many parts of the world, In some other parts of the earth, some people are trying to destroy some other people's lives.
While some children would throw away their best toys, some others are striving hard to get food and shelter.
This, is an IMBALANCED world.
It's such a grief to look at the world. So much terror, so much horror. Nature disaster, human disaster. so much grief, so much pain, so much disappointment.
The world is lack of equanimity. I guess it always is. The best we can do is for the more fortunate more to help the unfortunate ones, including humans, animals and nature. Giving donations, and voluntary help can help ease them a lot, moreover u can generate karma.
If you know karma (fruit of your actions), you will know that it is like an account book which you will carry forward to your next life. So why not, when you have the ability, do good deeds where you help others as well as gain yourself more karma?
One of my aspiration is to join a welfare group and help the less fortunate society. I can't change the world, but at least, I hope I can make changes in the lives of these people.
By the way, we who are sitting here comfortably should really be thankful and appreciate that our area and country are more peaceful as compared to some countries.
Fellow friends, it's time we appreciate the independence of our country. =)
While some people are trying their best to help other people fight for their lives against the most deadly diseases in many parts of the world, In some other parts of the earth, some people are trying to destroy some other people's lives.
While some children would throw away their best toys, some others are striving hard to get food and shelter.
This, is an IMBALANCED world.
It's such a grief to look at the world. So much terror, so much horror. Nature disaster, human disaster. so much grief, so much pain, so much disappointment.
The world is lack of equanimity. I guess it always is. The best we can do is for the more fortunate more to help the unfortunate ones, including humans, animals and nature. Giving donations, and voluntary help can help ease them a lot, moreover u can generate karma.
If you know karma (fruit of your actions), you will know that it is like an account book which you will carry forward to your next life. So why not, when you have the ability, do good deeds where you help others as well as gain yourself more karma?
One of my aspiration is to join a welfare group and help the less fortunate society. I can't change the world, but at least, I hope I can make changes in the lives of these people.
By the way, we who are sitting here comfortably should really be thankful and appreciate that our area and country are more peaceful as compared to some countries.
Fellow friends, it's time we appreciate the independence of our country. =)
My life...miserable
Sometimes I really do wonder, what's the purpose of my life? What can I do in my life? What is waiting for me in the future?
I often wonder, especially when I'm down. As I am right now.
What is life, for a teenager? Is it about studies? That we have to study hard in order to achieve our goals in future?
Okay, that sounds like it, my life. If it is the aim, I am 50 percent achieving. You might call me nerd, I feel like I am, though I hate the idea of it. And yes, I still need a lot more hard work.
But I feel that it is still lack of some colors. I feel that I have never done anything special in my life before. Except that I've been overseas before.
10 years ago, I was in China. I had dreamed of joining a camp. But then, I couldn't. International school it is, but it is only half of ISB. (I really hate the badminton court!!) Camping in a forest sounds fun to me. I loved the idea of group work, and the physical activities in the wild. I have always wanted to experience a campfire, barbequeing and singing round a campfire sounds very very fun!
10 years later, I still haven't had a taste of it before. Though I had been to a Family Day held in a forest reserve, it wasn't an overnight activity.
And moreover, yet sadly, I find myself afraid of more and more stuff, especially insects. And I hate mosquitoes (ya right, I am a great 'attraction' to these blood-suckers!). So how am I to survive in a camp?
Lately (last weekend), there was an outing organised by my Sunday School, to Port Dickson. I planned to go, my dad encouraged me, but it was in vain, as my mom disalloed me because it was on the 7th month. Actually, I am quite afraid coming to think of it, fortunately my mom 'stopped' me, but I am still very sad not being able to join the outing... and missing out the fun which I have always been waiting for--FLYING FOX!!!
Despite leading the Tennis Club for two whole years, I haven't or seldom really and trully enjoyed myself in co-curriculum activities. For one thing, my club wasn't nice to lead at all, and believe me, it was a 'disasterous' club, no discipline at all, despite my effort to revive it! (Hey, I did my best, man!) Even more unfortunately, my sister is taking over the post, AND it is STILL the same. (But at least now there are some pre-talents in the club, from my observation.)
Thank goodness I had ELS. Though the members are quite limited, I enjoyed more over there. I can see group work there (whereas in my club, I had to do almost everything). I can communicate better, as the memebrs are more discipline and respectful towards the committee members. Cheers to ELS!
I've never, and I guess I will never have the chance to experience the exciting orientation which my Form-6-friends had, as well as that of local university.
You see, it seems like I have only these few things to tell you, you can see my 'limited' life. I seldom get to see and hang out with my friends, and I've almost never been to any parties.
Even more miserable, is that I can't even do my duties well. Housework, that is. As my elder sister ain't staying at home, I had to take over the housework chores, thankfully with the help of my younger sister. Maybe it's the lack of interest that often pull me down, despite my effort to do it well. I really mean to help, but I'm just so absent-minded, I wonder where I left my brain =(... Anyway, I still believe I can survive if I were to live alone!
I trully hope I can add colors to my life. So, right now, I am painting with...music! Well, still in the process of turning the 'noise' to 'sound', and hopefully soon, changing 'sound' to 'music. Haha... Life becomes brighter when I have my guitar around (though my family members will pull their faces... you know, 'noise'). The guitar classes does me a lot well, after teo years of hanging and being stuck in the easiest two chords, I finally have some process. *YIPPEE!* And I do enjoy going for classes (though my performance ain't good...). =)
another aspiration is, to do social work. I wish a lot to join a welfare group, where I can reach out to the less fortunate society, and help save the earth. Hopefully in some time from now, when I have the ability (materialistically), I will be on this path.
In some ways, I am actually more lucky than some of my friends. At least I have the chance to watch some concerts and attend some music events.
Well, people must observe and appreciate their lives, and the people around them, only then do they not miss out the most wonderful things.
Look around, you will find that, life ain't so miserable after all.
May you be well and happy.
P/S: I begin this post with a heavy heart. Upon finishing it, I feel a bit better. I don't know what's waiting for me tomorrow, but let's look back at today, see what we've gained in this 24 hours, and aspire to do the better for tomorrow.
In the end, the title of this post can consider be changed to "My life...miserable...NOT"!
I appreciate the people around me.
And, I appreciate your patience in reading my post. May you be well and happy.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu!
I often wonder, especially when I'm down. As I am right now.
What is life, for a teenager? Is it about studies? That we have to study hard in order to achieve our goals in future?
Okay, that sounds like it, my life. If it is the aim, I am 50 percent achieving. You might call me nerd, I feel like I am, though I hate the idea of it. And yes, I still need a lot more hard work.
But I feel that it is still lack of some colors. I feel that I have never done anything special in my life before. Except that I've been overseas before.
10 years ago, I was in China. I had dreamed of joining a camp. But then, I couldn't. International school it is, but it is only half of ISB. (I really hate the badminton court!!) Camping in a forest sounds fun to me. I loved the idea of group work, and the physical activities in the wild. I have always wanted to experience a campfire, barbequeing and singing round a campfire sounds very very fun!
10 years later, I still haven't had a taste of it before. Though I had been to a Family Day held in a forest reserve, it wasn't an overnight activity.
And moreover, yet sadly, I find myself afraid of more and more stuff, especially insects. And I hate mosquitoes (ya right, I am a great 'attraction' to these blood-suckers!). So how am I to survive in a camp?
Lately (last weekend), there was an outing organised by my Sunday School, to Port Dickson. I planned to go, my dad encouraged me, but it was in vain, as my mom disalloed me because it was on the 7th month. Actually, I am quite afraid coming to think of it, fortunately my mom 'stopped' me, but I am still very sad not being able to join the outing... and missing out the fun which I have always been waiting for--FLYING FOX!!!
Despite leading the Tennis Club for two whole years, I haven't or seldom really and trully enjoyed myself in co-curriculum activities. For one thing, my club wasn't nice to lead at all, and believe me, it was a 'disasterous' club, no discipline at all, despite my effort to revive it! (Hey, I did my best, man!) Even more unfortunately, my sister is taking over the post, AND it is STILL the same. (But at least now there are some pre-talents in the club, from my observation.)
Thank goodness I had ELS. Though the members are quite limited, I enjoyed more over there. I can see group work there (whereas in my club, I had to do almost everything). I can communicate better, as the memebrs are more discipline and respectful towards the committee members. Cheers to ELS!
I've never, and I guess I will never have the chance to experience the exciting orientation which my Form-6-friends had, as well as that of local university.
You see, it seems like I have only these few things to tell you, you can see my 'limited' life. I seldom get to see and hang out with my friends, and I've almost never been to any parties.
Even more miserable, is that I can't even do my duties well. Housework, that is. As my elder sister ain't staying at home, I had to take over the housework chores, thankfully with the help of my younger sister. Maybe it's the lack of interest that often pull me down, despite my effort to do it well. I really mean to help, but I'm just so absent-minded, I wonder where I left my brain =(... Anyway, I still believe I can survive if I were to live alone!
I trully hope I can add colors to my life. So, right now, I am painting with...music! Well, still in the process of turning the 'noise' to 'sound', and hopefully soon, changing 'sound' to 'music. Haha... Life becomes brighter when I have my guitar around (though my family members will pull their faces... you know, 'noise'). The guitar classes does me a lot well, after teo years of hanging and being stuck in the easiest two chords, I finally have some process. *YIPPEE!* And I do enjoy going for classes (though my performance ain't good...). =)
another aspiration is, to do social work. I wish a lot to join a welfare group, where I can reach out to the less fortunate society, and help save the earth. Hopefully in some time from now, when I have the ability (materialistically), I will be on this path.
In some ways, I am actually more lucky than some of my friends. At least I have the chance to watch some concerts and attend some music events.
Well, people must observe and appreciate their lives, and the people around them, only then do they not miss out the most wonderful things.
Look around, you will find that, life ain't so miserable after all.
May you be well and happy.
P/S: I begin this post with a heavy heart. Upon finishing it, I feel a bit better. I don't know what's waiting for me tomorrow, but let's look back at today, see what we've gained in this 24 hours, and aspire to do the better for tomorrow.
In the end, the title of this post can consider be changed to "My life...miserable...NOT"!
I appreciate the people around me.
And, I appreciate your patience in reading my post. May you be well and happy.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu!
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Summer 8 Degrees Concert 2006!
The long-waited Concert of the year!!!
This year's was far more better than last year's! It was on August 12, 2006... exam time, but I still made out some time for it! Haha! The best thing is, there are so much more great artists from Taiwan, besides the talentful local singers!
Among my favourites are Lim Yee Chung (of course!), JJ Lin, Gary Chaw, Nicholas Teo, Energy, Rainie Yang, Daniel Lee, and John.
Yee Chung was the second to perform. He sang [Gong Ti Bei] and [Kao An]. I enjoyed his performance a lot, it was great to see him again. And hey, looks like he is getting more 'sexy'! Well, these days we often see him in tight shirts! Ahahaha!!
Well, even though, whether is my problem, I find that his singing wasn't as good. Was he sick, or was it the speaker's problem? He seemed to be having a hard time controlling his voice. Anyway, hope he gets well soon (if he was really sick).
Energy's moves really got us high! Though I felt that it wasn't as energetic as the performances I've seen before, but they were really great! Rap, ballad, dances... All are done almost perfectly.
Ooh.. and JJ Lin! I am suddenly so crazy of him! Haha! Ever since his concert, I've been enjoying his songs and album even more. I really do admire his talent. Seeing him again was so much fun! Miss his cheeky face...haha!
One special performer was the artist from Korea, Jang Na Ra!!! She was such a sweet girl, and she can actually speak Chinese quite fluently! She can dance and sing and act in dramas and movies! Wow... That's sure an established celebrity!
Despite all these, I'm quite disappointed about one thing. That the Taiwanese group 5566, was the last performer (that means most important?!). It is a fact that they have the most fans over there, but indeed, their performance wasn't nice at all, to me, the standard is even lower than the new singers like Superstar Finalists. It seemed to 'spoil it all'. But then, majority wins. We (or I) can do nothing about it.
Throw away all the blunt stuff, it was a perfect night! (Okay, nothing is perfect, I know). I'm looking forward to next year's concert. Wondering where it will be, and most importantly, WHO will be invited!!
This year's was far more better than last year's! It was on August 12, 2006... exam time, but I still made out some time for it! Haha! The best thing is, there are so much more great artists from Taiwan, besides the talentful local singers!
Among my favourites are Lim Yee Chung (of course!), JJ Lin, Gary Chaw, Nicholas Teo, Energy, Rainie Yang, Daniel Lee, and John.
Yee Chung was the second to perform. He sang [Gong Ti Bei] and [Kao An]. I enjoyed his performance a lot, it was great to see him again. And hey, looks like he is getting more 'sexy'! Well, these days we often see him in tight shirts! Ahahaha!!
Well, even though, whether is my problem, I find that his singing wasn't as good. Was he sick, or was it the speaker's problem? He seemed to be having a hard time controlling his voice. Anyway, hope he gets well soon (if he was really sick).
Energy's moves really got us high! Though I felt that it wasn't as energetic as the performances I've seen before, but they were really great! Rap, ballad, dances... All are done almost perfectly.
Ooh.. and JJ Lin! I am suddenly so crazy of him! Haha! Ever since his concert, I've been enjoying his songs and album even more. I really do admire his talent. Seeing him again was so much fun! Miss his cheeky face...haha!
One special performer was the artist from Korea, Jang Na Ra!!! She was such a sweet girl, and she can actually speak Chinese quite fluently! She can dance and sing and act in dramas and movies! Wow... That's sure an established celebrity!
Despite all these, I'm quite disappointed about one thing. That the Taiwanese group 5566, was the last performer (that means most important?!). It is a fact that they have the most fans over there, but indeed, their performance wasn't nice at all, to me, the standard is even lower than the new singers like Superstar Finalists. It seemed to 'spoil it all'. But then, majority wins. We (or I) can do nothing about it.
Throw away all the blunt stuff, it was a perfect night! (Okay, nothing is perfect, I know). I'm looking forward to next year's concert. Wondering where it will be, and most importantly, WHO will be invited!!
Yey! Helo Holidays!
Whew! The final examination is finally over.
It was not too tough, for half the subjects. For Algebra & Trigonometry, my most confident subject, was quite a surprise to me when I found some questions which I have never seen before, and the lecturer never taught before. To maintain standard, they say.
Physics, the most worrying one. And I AM still worried. I have to, and hopefully, I pass the required mark.
And now--HOLIDAYS! Yeah yeah! I started my holidays since Wednesday, having a time of my life (well, not really.). Anyway, I still gotta clear the huge stack of newspaper there, which is definitely driving me crazy. And later, though should be starting already, I have to be a PART-TIME NON-SALARY TUTOR for my beloved sister, as she's gonna sit for a government examination soon.
Whew! Seems like a lot to do in this period of less than two weeks. I guess I have to put aside quite a lot of things which I have planned to do. Hmm.. I haven't really read my first 'cook-book'--actually, I bought it because of the author--Ken Chu. Aha! Now you know me!
Still hope to meet up with my secondary school friends. Hopefully there's something fresh coming up.
It was not too tough, for half the subjects. For Algebra & Trigonometry, my most confident subject, was quite a surprise to me when I found some questions which I have never seen before, and the lecturer never taught before. To maintain standard, they say.
Physics, the most worrying one. And I AM still worried. I have to, and hopefully, I pass the required mark.
And now--HOLIDAYS! Yeah yeah! I started my holidays since Wednesday, having a time of my life (well, not really.). Anyway, I still gotta clear the huge stack of newspaper there, which is definitely driving me crazy. And later, though should be starting already, I have to be a PART-TIME NON-SALARY TUTOR for my beloved sister, as she's gonna sit for a government examination soon.
Whew! Seems like a lot to do in this period of less than two weeks. I guess I have to put aside quite a lot of things which I have planned to do. Hmm.. I haven't really read my first 'cook-book'--actually, I bought it because of the author--Ken Chu. Aha! Now you know me!
Still hope to meet up with my secondary school friends. Hopefully there's something fresh coming up.
YES!! Mission Acomplished!
Finally I watched the movie. I mean 2 weeks ago.
On July 30, SW and I went to Times Square for my favourite and long-waited movie. I really have to thank her for accompanying me and rushing over there despite the rain. THANK YOU!! MUAXXX!!!
The movie was, of course, very good! The hilarity started from the beginning and throughout the show. Though there was a no-ending (well, there's gonna be part 3..!), it was a truly enjoyable one. I wonder how Jack is gonna and defend and escape...
It was a pity that L Eng couldn't join us. Nevermind dear, hopefully we can meet and watch Part 3... successfully!
Can't wait for PART 3!!!
On July 30, SW and I went to Times Square for my favourite and long-waited movie. I really have to thank her for accompanying me and rushing over there despite the rain. THANK YOU!! MUAXXX!!!
The movie was, of course, very good! The hilarity started from the beginning and throughout the show. Though there was a no-ending (well, there's gonna be part 3..!), it was a truly enjoyable one. I wonder how Jack is gonna and defend and escape...
It was a pity that L Eng couldn't join us. Nevermind dear, hopefully we can meet and watch Part 3... successfully!
Can't wait for PART 3!!!
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