AdRiAn sMiLeZ

2009-06-02T11:51:00.007+08:00

Finally, the adidas Sundown Marathon 2009 has came to an end.

My saturday dawn broke with four missed calls. Just four missed calls this time round and it was enough to wake me up. There was a sudden change of plan. Help needed in the morning to get some stuff before proceedin to the event site. Setting up the command was fast, everything were on time but everyone were late!

The Final co-ord finally began and from then, everyone were on mission mode. Since my role read Dy Chairman- Route Management, I foresee that I will be freaking free throughout the race. However, what happened after turn out to be one of the craziest night I had since doing events.

Things kept going wrong for Pasir Ris team. I was activated soon. Truth be told, despite what had happen, I was glad that I did physically help the team out. Being the few lone rangers in the command wasn't really as fun.

I understood there were lot of situations piling up and things got worse on event day. It was definitely taxing on everyone.

But this is what pulled us together?
But this is the reason why we agreed to do events, and to do it together?

Back to square one, we are all here because of each other. We are a team because we all had fun before and want it more. This is the most important thing that should really matter right?

This aside, another memorable incident I had was to accompany the last ultra-marathoner till the end point, even after the entire race been cut off. When I heard that the last runner location, I knew that it was impossible for her to make it in time. However, her family (husband and her two little girls) were taking turns running with her. It was really heart-warming. With that, I decided not to cut her off and received permission to lead her till the end.

Not long ago, she called the company and asked for my number to thank me personally. Didn't get back to her as it was just my job to do so. I think more significantly, it is this kind of small decision, allowing her to carry on, that makes me feel the wonder of being an organiser. Afterall, that's the spirit of organising an event, right?

Once again, we had managed to pull it nicely. Well done EXCOs and volunteers.

2009-05-23T00:35:00.003+08:00

What am I doing???

I really need

some distractions. Pulling me away from reality?

some reflections. Or perhaps I was never really what I thought I am.

some encouragements. Because I know that I can never ever turn back against time.

I'm tired...

2009-05-09T00:14:00.011+08:00

2009-05-04T00:29:00.005+08:00

After missing in action for so long, here I am with another entry.

(Over-ly used sentence, I know)

Felt so comfortable after my last paper for this semester.

Two words to describe this semester - utterly crazy!

Just the workloads from the modules, I had a hard time coping with it. The CMI tutors made it worse. This is the first time I felt so unprepared stepping into examination halls.

Deep thought: Can I even maintain my 'cui' GPA?

As usual, events kept me alive. I did three this semester and I had zero regret..

Suburban Run @ North East was fun. First time taking charge of the entire ops and was fortunately I have a 'A-team' supporting me. Thanks!

Just a thought: the higher u are, the bigger is the responsibility. and more lonely you will get?
(I miss working as a director as I am more involved with people?! I miss the old days - do something about it guys!)

Aviva Ironman 09 was equally as good. Did not really get involved in the planning as JJ and I each anchor a proect. Anyway JJ, you did really impress all of us with the great management of the event. It was definitely way better than my Suburban especially with the event being such large scale. This event definitely is one of the longer serving hours event but it is clear that all of the EXCO had a great time. Kudos, JJ and team!

Raw Duathlon, despite considerably smaller, was exciting. My virgin hands-on at transition. Unbearable temperature cupped with irresistable beers! (Keith, not drinking and work!). But had a fun time. Raychelle, well done!

Been crazily dota-ing full time and still lazing around while looking for part-time job. Good lobang anyone?

To nana: I apologise for not spending quality time with you. Studies, Dota, Events and Family & friends and you. My whole life evolve around these. Hope you understand that I am not making any decision to rank them. I am greedy and I want all? I am sorry too for being so short-temper recently. Guess I am pretty stress and everythings pressing me..

2009-01-11T21:35:00.004+08:00

ignorance is bliss, i love simplicity...
(complexity is in me?)

I'm back! I decided to seal DOTA and put it to an end.. Hopefully from now on, I would have more time for any other things else.

Ah huat was telling me that we should fully utilised this holiday, for it was a reward to our hardcore studying. I did study hard but the result was not at all impressive. Consolation for me, i'm just happy that i'm still in the 2nd upper. Sometimes I really wonder how did I ever achieve what I did in Poly. Hai` it's really two different playgrounds.

Enjoyments are always short-lived...

Holiday was really short. Marathon, trips, Dota and catching up fully filled it up.

Ran the SCSM 42.195 full marathon in awww 7hours! Ran the first halve in less than 2hrs and walked the next in more than 5hrs! =Z Regretted not training for it and yes, sufferings are my new friends.

(Not forgetting to mention, thanks Judy for the free race! I was registered with Monash Uni)

Shortly after that marathon, went back-packing with my sis. Decided to do it in Vietnam Hanoi and not the popular HCM. Remember about my new friends, had really a hard time entertaining them! My legs were in pain, like ouch!! tsktsktsk...

I know what i'm going to say sound really hardcore, didn't believe it too but yes, I did it during this holiday and yes, i'm crazy!

On average, I spent 7 hours each day on Dota!!!!

Life-less some might say, but passionate i would say! =D And I was in the top 50 garena? Anyway, have decided to drop Dota so ya it's all in the past! (nana said that she's 'abit' doubtful, hmm, not very encouraging are you?) =p

Alright, next up, hanoi trip! Adios....

2008-10-19T01:55:00.008+08:00

slow the pace down!

Tomorrow, i'll be heading to school early for IT project! Still, it's way relaxed as compare to the last few weeks i had. Most of my projects (this semester) have already been completed and right now, i'm left with only IT project and another major presentation!! woOhoO

Vroomz, say goodbye to semester 1. In four weeks time, examination will comment. "Good, exam's here!" i always tell myself. Didn't like it of course, but the nearing of exam tells you how near holiday is too..

I can't wait for HOLIDAY!!!!!!

Few plans in mind. 29Nov 16Dec cable ski, 6Dec Marathon and 18-26Dec Vietnam. I'm going penniless! tsktsktsk... (why am i fed with only a silver spoon! =p but life will be fair!)

Joined NAAT (auditing club), supposed to perform some auditing tasks but due to the Vietnam trip, got to miss that out. Wonder why did i join in the first place.. hmmmmm

Anyway, going to complete my first semester in uni. It was a good hell load of experiences to begin with. Definitely find it hard to cope with after two years of NS. The fast learning pace made it worse. Now, i wasn't studying smart anymore... i'm studying hard.... *hate this! tsktsktsk...

But nonetheless, say hi to miss A!!! A lot please and HOPEFULLY?

Some recent interesting stuff! =D

I'm officially an UNCLE! Uncle, not uncle! (just like how my sis said, "Aunt, not auntie!)
Another addition to my family, lucas! Promise to dote on my nephew like how my sis and bro-in-law dote on me.

Backdating to 12 October, helped out in the Singapore first ever quadthlon. It was organised by Tampinese Safra and HiVelocity was engaged to do the operation portion. The race comprises of a Swim, Inline Skate (the actual quadthlon is actually canoe), Cycling and Run. I was put in-charged of the Bike portion but I didn't have to plan much. This was a rather small event with only 250 participants.

Raychelle pasted me a forum link where some negative points about the race were discussed. Most talked about the safety aspect on the skating portion being overlooked. I had a different viewpoint (yes, i know i might be biased and so??). I admit that the sharp turning point was bad. However, I thought that the main issue was about participants not knowing how to blade! Blading isn't just about moving straight and stop. It's about really knowing how to control when you are blading. Frankly, it was obvious thatmost participants who did the race were pretty noob in blading (or should i called them newbie?). To talk about little markings or whatsoever? We didn't have the same problem with runnings and bicycles. There wasn't much markings either!

Anyway that aside, i had great fun overall, especially with YZ managed to hitch a lorry ride to get us out of Changi (yet again!). Once again, really thanks to all volunteers who took part in it. The turnout were good and I thought the attitude displayed were impressive!

A day back, Keith, YZ, Raychelle Judy and i helped out in the Great Eastern women REPC. Ethel and friend could not made it due to some last minute filming. Anyway, nothing much to comment about, except that Raychelle got a really bad cut on her hand.. Anyway Raychelle, take care of your hand or otherwise no more events! =p

(i apologise for not spending a lot of time on you, but hope this can keep us continously going)

2008-09-30T23:22:00.003+08:00

i don't know why am i doing here...

with so many reports on hand,
so many presentations coming up
and quizzes right up on thurs and fri

i really need a break!

Tsktsktsk.....

I can't wait to see you, 24 Nov 3.30pm....

H E L P . . . . . .

2008-09-14T23:32:00.010+08:00

As promised in the previous post, Aviva Ironman Triathlon pictures!

Cable ski on 13September! If not for $$, i would have go there every week!!!

Stress!!!! 2 presentations, 1 quiz and 1 report to be submitted this week!!!
Stress level = 8.5stars!

2008-09-08T15:33:00.012+08:00

'Wednesday, July 23' the last entry i had. Yes i was missing-in-action, much thanks to mr NTU.

Can you please please slow down just for a second? i'm trying hard to keep up the pace...

After the tremendous success of aviva ironman triathlon yesterday, i slept for 16hours! Yes, undisturbed.. i feel so shiok now!!!

We made a plan but it was changed umpteen time till i could no longer remember how many we had. Till yest, then could we finalise to bowl and then dinner at carls junior before commencing our volunteering work. Reached the site around 8 and it was raining cats and dogs. The rest came at 9.

Yes, i had my VIRGIN experience at carls junior (big splash).. =P

Ah huat
Ethel
Edison
Keith
Raychelle
Robert

Thank you Team Logistics...

If it wasn't for you, logistics wouldn't have been so well-managed. work hard play hard? yes we did! chats, cards and twister were definitely fun..

[for those who keep asking why i release my volunteers so early, it was because they came way earlier than the rest. Started packing at 11pm, they didn't even make a single noise. My volunteers had their fair share of work too =) ]

My volunteers went off from 1pm, i was all alone in the tent. Fortunately, Fiona came and did her preparation work for the post-event. At least I had someone to talk to. Then came Christina and Philo. Didn't know how many laps have they already cycle, but they were example of exco members who worked their heart off. So i volunteered to deliver the KFC lunch on behalf of them! Kudos to all volunteers!

Around 4pm, the magial sentence went through the comms. Stand down!!!!

i had a hard time recovering the bikes! Hmm, but then again, didn't want my team or any of them to stay till so late with me. So one man-show! =( Then, Christina suggested to give me a ride home and since I was a kinda SHAG. Told ron that i'm not staying for dinner.

Byebye Ironman08 and come come 09! Bike Route Management~~~~~~
(pictures on the next update!)

i helped out as a normal volunteer at the Nike Human Race on 310808! was helping out with baggage deposits. i shall not go into much details. But thought that as a participant, it was really a money well spent. $25 or $35 for an Organised run, Nike latest water bottle, Finisher Tee, Nike Bangle and others! It's really so worth to just sign up!

Celebrated HuiYi 21st birthday on 29August.. I reached earlier to help shan decorate the condo's club room . There was one hilarious part where I was mistaken as HuiYi's bf by her friend caused I helped her to cut cake for distributions.. haha. After, we went to Bowl at DownTown before supper for Roti Prata near david place.. Thank ah bing for giving us a ride home!

This was taken during NDP08. Went with Na and had a great time during the whole show! It was like any previous show, but to me, it was the LIVE experience and the LIVE atmosphere that made us enjoyed it alot. Met the scouts at the end of the show and was glad that they were having fun! Anyway, thank *** for the tickets!

And it ended!

I turned 23 on 7Aug08! Shruck.. Thanks for all the wishing I had. Thanks for all the presents I had (I definitely have to mention Da Jie for the digital Cam! and Er Jie for a surprise card!) I'm really learning to appreaciate one and everyone in my family. I really love so much whenever er jie fu drive the whole family for dinners or suppers. it's really so warming!

Some Random pictures

My tutorial group! NTU-NBS!

My favourite Lecturer/Tutor in my Poly days

My best PTN ever!

2008-07-23T02:44:00.008+08:00

This is my final entry to wrap-up my wonderful Thailand vacation.

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Shopping started early for me . I woke up as early as 7am so as to take a walk at the morning Pratunam market. Read from a brochure in the hotel room that the wholesales market open as early from 4am onwards. The moment I stepped out of the hotel, I was surprise. The place were already filled with readily stalls and shoppers, mainly local. As compared to the night one, the morning were much cheaper as it was more like a wholesales place, where you enjoy lower prices compensate with more quantity. Also, the latter offer mainly female apparels. I got myself a pair of shorts and decided to head back for breakfast.

Breakfast at the hotel's pinnacle. 43rd level and an excellent view of Bangkok. For those who want more, try the Baiyoke Sky 80+ Storey view. I didn't attempt it as there wasn't enough time for us to shop, let alone this. The Breadfast wasn't as great as I had imagine. My favourite FrenchToast was available but CMI!!!

Immediately after Breadfast, our shopping spree start. First stop was supposingly Platinium Fashion Mall Shopping Centre, but the girls were drew by the Pratunam market. The girls spent really long there and the guys decided to split and head for Platinium first. Damn, we almost dropped dead! Platinium is like an heaven for the females. The number of shops that the guys can frequent is less than 10% of the whole! It's exactly just like Pratunam, except with the luxury of the AirConditioner.

Girls must have a go at (1) Morning Pratunam Market (2) Platinium Shopping Centre.

We met up with the girls and manage to "psycho" them to forgo Platinium and advance to the Mah Boon Krong (MBK) shopping Centre. As we were all hungry, had lunch at some Ramen Restaurant. It wasn't really what we had expected. Signboard was right, Ramen! But not the food. It was like yellow noodle being served. Hmmm....

I recommend FastFood for those who just want to have their filled before shopping. Overall, I wasn't impress with the foods available, except for seafood feast.

Personally, I prefer shopping on my own. First, it's time saving. Second, you don't have to wait while your friend is buzy browsing things that you isn't interested in. Third, you have your own freedom and last, no one affect your decision. It's important that you pick what you like. People often differ in opinions, so make your own choice!

Therefore, I had my shopping experiences alone whereas the rest were split into the guys and girls. MBK is really huge. Eight levels with countless shops offering everything. Apparels, accessories, electrical appliances, stationary, dvds, EVERYTHING! MBK is like FarEast or Bugis. I quickly shopped and get a few items before deciding to go for my mini tour.

Next stop were Siam Paragon, Siam Discovery and Siam Center. These shopping centers are more like Singapore's Taka and Paragon. It offers a wide range of branded goods. Offering lots of international and local luxury brands, it definitely attracts lot of tourists.

Then came the BTS skytrain system. I thought that I should try it and there I was, took the train from Siam and proceed east for two stops before making a return trip. It was definitely comparable with our MRT. I remember while I'm waiting for the train, I was approach by a young lady. Hmmm... Haha, don't get the wrong idea la! I was taking photo at the platform and she offered to take one for me. After that, she introduce herself and told me that she's in a dilemma. She had difficulties deciding her two job offers and asked what would be my opinion. I was actually taken aback by her friendliness at first, but then, after numerous encounters, I realised that the Thai are really very warmhearted people.

Still early, I decided to walk to CentralWorld complex. The roads were jammed with vehicles, rushing back after work. I wondered how long it takes for them to reach their destination. The traffic system is pretty bad and there were congestion everywhere. I didn't actually walked the complex but instead, I walked the flee market that was just outside the complex. Mats were layed and students were sitting on it, selling craft works. Didn't took any photos but I thought that we should have something like this back in Singapore too!

Soon, it was time to meet up with the rest. The girls were really on a shopping spree, all hands were fully filled with bags. I made a suggestion to have our meal at A&W. Yes, A&W, the Root Beer Float & Ring Fries! I remember vividly eversince young when Singapore still have A&W outlets.

We wanted to take a cab back but because of the traffic congestion, I suggested to walk instead. Pass by the CentralWorld again and they stopped to take a look before heading back to hotel.

We were hesitating whether we should spent the night at the Sum Luan Night Bazaar or just rest in our hotel. Soon made a choice and we headed to Suan Lum. This time, we took taxi instead and it was less than 50bahts.

Suan Lum is similar to what we have in Bugis. It definitely wasn't as crowded as Bugis but the size of the Bazaar is like 4 times bigger. Despite going there for subsequently two nights, we didn't manage to visit the whole place. We only managed half. If you are not those who club so much, then this bazaar provides you another good choice of night activities. I would rate it as a "must-go" place. However, do remember that most of the stuff are over-priced. The tender would often quote prices of at least 300% more. So guys, don't get cheated.

Here is another example why you should always ask for Meter-Taxi. We were halting for taxi to get back to our hotel around 2am and one taxi driver asked for a flat fare of 400Bahts ($20). He even psycho us saying that at this hour, if we don't agree for this kind of fare, ultimately we won't be able to get any cab. However, we persisted and managed to get two meter-taxi. We paid 60bahts for each taxi only. See, so beware of such things happening!

We were all tired after the whole day of shopping. However as I had earlier told the girls that there was a morning market at the hotel vicinity, the girls wanted to visit too. They never seems to get tired. Hmm, we made our way down at around 4am but it was raining. Nevermind, we went back and rested.

We had our breadfast before proceeding with our last day activity - to Chatuchak.

Chatuchak market opens on every weekend only. It is a very popular place among tourists and locals and I doubt I will go more into it. There are so many reviews on the market out there in the internet. We seperated ourselves into two groups so as to accomodate the taxi-seating. The next thing we know is that the taxis dropped us at two extreme ends. Chatuchak is simply too huge and it was Mission Impossible - to meet up with the other group.

The four of us had a good time there, as there were many purchases for us to make. However, the heat and crowds were just too much for us to take. It really make us so uncomfortable to shop and we had to settle with a drink at one of the bubble-tea cafe. Do remember to wear less~

Despite the million of shops around, shops were were categorised. It makes us easier to shop. One thing I had to comment was that I wasn't comfortable with the idea of so many dogs in a cage. They should learn to respect the dogs and not treat them like any other goods, there wasn't even Breathing!

Anyway, there was our last shopping place and it also marks the end of our Bangkok and Thailand Experience. We went back to hotel to retrieve our laggage we kept with the lobby and head towards the Airport. Back, the taxi fare was only 150bahts.

Didn't know how should I end off, but anyway, it was a nice holiday we had.

Adrian Signing off.....

2008-07-22T19:15:00.011+08:00

2nd update on my thailand trip. (btw, I'll update the whole trip into three entries. First - 1st and 2nd day at Phuket, Second - 3rd and 4th day at Phuket, Third - 5th and 6th day at Bangkok)

Before I do, I just received a letter (On Government Service!). I was given a REMINDER to remind MINDEF for overseas trips of more than 24hours. Now, I learned. For those who are like me, unknowingly failed to notify MINDEF and breach the Enlistment Act Section ... please start to take notice of this!

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Considers the fatigue level we had from the snorkeling trip, it was a good timing we booked Thomas, our tour guide, for the day tour to the south of Phuket. 1000hrs to 1500hrs, 5hours for just 150Baht per person.

Only David and I had our fill for the breakfast. The rest were simply too tired and lazy. Then before we met up with Thomas, Derrick decided to give it a miss. He wasn't feeling well since arriving Phuket and had a fever that day.

Initially, the trip were pretty dull. We visited a few beaches (Karon & Kata) which wasn't as popular as Patong. There wasn't anything that was really surprising. Perhaps, it was because holiday season wasn't here yet. The waves were pretty strong and denied water sports to be done. What is left was a long deserted sandy beach. I asked Thomas if there are any waterfalls around, I was returned with a funny answer. Yes there are waterfalls, but without water! Hmm..

We were then transported by the minibus to two viewpoints. The tour suddenly have an 180degree turn. It was a much more 'fun' place to be as compared to the beaches we went earlier. Nice weather and excellent scenary. If I'm exaggerating, we would have flew away to India by the strong wind. I do not know how high we were from sea level, but the wind definitely was one that can only experience from really great height. What's even more, the wind don't seems to stop. It just kept blowing and blowing! We took pretty much fun photos, got blown away and having a bite onto a "small" island.

We then headed to the second viewpoint (Kata), which commands spectacular view onto the beaches we went earlier, for more photo-taking.

On our way to Phromthep Cape, saw a Big Buddha sitting on top of another viewpoint. However, it wasn't open to the public yet so we missed the steep slope to the viewpoint. Anyway, beachwear isn't so appropriate in temples or at shrines. The Phromthep Cape includes Jumbos, where there are thousands of wooden elephants of all sizes, and a prominent building, which commemorate a Lighthouse that once distinguish the national boundaries of Thailand and Malaysia.

Lunch was at a Seafood Restaurant. It brings back memory on the one we had during our Bintan holiday. Only that the scenary wasn't good, the service was poor and the food was alright. Oops! Of a total difference standard compared to the bintan one except that it wasn't as expensive. I had forgotten the name of the restaurant, but anyway, avoid having seafood feast for this kind of tour.

Massage session followed after. Went to this Cannaceae Spa, and the guys decided on Siam Massage. It was really shiok that I even fell asleep while got a good rub on my shoulder and back. Na and HuiYi got a taste of Nataural Body Polish, din't really know what was it anyway. Shan and Xue go for Thai Tradition Massage where I think they flex you like nobody business!
I would have go for a few hours if not for my limited budget! Hmm, what to do, still a student lehx...

It was really fast as we have far exceeded the 1500hr. It was about 1615hr after we finished the massage. Trust me if it wasn't for the rain, we might even extent our trip and go for the go-kart. We decided to just get some durians and proceed back to hotel. It was a good day tour we had with Thomas. Tip him with two hundred baht more.

I headed to swim before Na accompanied me to a night bazaar. We then bought Macdonald for the girls and played bridge and Poker for the rest of the night. That end the third day of our holiday.

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We didn't do any activities in the morning. All preparing and packing for the domestic flight in the noon to Bangkok. Thomas came to pick us up around 1100hr and we bid farewell to Patong, as well as Phuket.

We arrived like 1/2hrs off our expected arrival time. Airasia was good but domestic flight isn't. I had my first time experience deplanning the flight through a stair and then proceed to arranged bus before we reached the baggage retriever point. What happened after was worst. We waited for like half an hour before we see the first laggage. In the end, we only left the airport closed to 1700hrs where our flight touch down Airport around 1500hrs!

We got conned by the taxi drivers. We agreed the fare at 450bahts (1person less than $5) but realised that the journey was much cheaper on our last day when we took taxi from the city to the airport. It was only like 150bahts ++ So please guys, always asked to on Meter no matter what. It definitely will be the cheaper. I will demostrate with another example we experience at the Night Bazaar we had in my next post.

We arrived at our Bangkok Hotel, Baiyoke Suite Hotel. Despite it was second to Baiyoke Sky Hotel, it was value-for-money. The reception area definitely was a world apart from their rooms! The rest of them wasn't as comfortable with the standard, as compared to the one we had at Royal Paradise, were a great whole different. However to me, the hotel wasn't as bad. It was spacious and more importantly, the geographical location of the hotel was excellent. It was in the heart of Bangkok, where most shopping centres are located at.

We had our dinner at KFC before we proceed to the Pratunam Market. Pratunam Market is definitely a "must go" market. It cater to both gender and clothings are pretty cheap and fashionable. However, the market really closed early. You can see stalls starting to pack up at 7pm. By 8pm, it had dimmed into isolated streets. We wanted to try our luck at the nearby shopping centre but similarly, it was already closed.

Then, shan suggested the famous Night Bazaar at Suan Lum. All agreed. Most of us had our first TuTu ride after some bargaining and we thought we had fetched a good price, from 250Baht down to 120baht (Per Pax is less than S$1.50). We were wrong when we know that the Meter Taxi ride would most probably cost us 50baht the most.

I personally felt that the TuTu fare wasn't so important as it still was inexpensive. What was more important was to experience the fast and furious ride. TuTu vehicles challenging to see who's faster, overtaking through the narrow gap between vehicles, making turns at non-reduced speed and lots of sudden brake. Soon, we reached our destination in the cramped vehicle where Na sat on my lap. Must Try It, but remember to negotiate even if money is no issue to you!

As for the Night Bazaar trip, I will update together with photo in the next entry as we went there two night subsequently.

Look out for my next and final post on the shopping destinations we patronised in Bangkok!

2008-07-17T20:25:00.027+08:00

Here come my first update on the Thailand (Phuket & Bangkok) trip I had with my poly classmates. It was our second trip together and it definitely was much more enjoyable. The first one we had was Bintan.

Pretty much research, studies and bookings were done before the eight of us embarked on the holiday. Of course, we even went to the NATAS fair at Expo to look out for attractive packages, however to no avail. Just before we were about to leave the fair, I saw a comfortably hotel package on Phuket. It doesn't take us very long to decide to take up the offer.

Ok, now I shall go straight into the trip.

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We met at Changi Mac to have our breadfast before boarding our air flight at 1315hrs. It was the first time I took budget airline and I was definitely impress by the services. The journey wasn't as bad as I first thought. The only thing that I felt wasn't so good was the cramp seat we have to endure throughout the 2hrs trip. But yes, it's BUDGET airline, what do you expect. =)

It was definitely a nice experience I had with AirAsia.

We reached Phuket International Airport at approximately 1405hrs, Thailand time. The time difference is an hour. Thailand is an hour back.

Initially when we reached the airport, there wasn't any sign of our transfer. However, there were many other transport service providers. There was a friendly provider who helped us called up the hotel for our transfer. We told him we were be waiting for our transfer and what he did was he just said that if we wanted for any bus service, just find him. At the point of time, I thought that it was really nice of him. This is my first encounter of Thailand Friendly Customer Service.

Our transfer finally come after 15mins. It was by a guy call Thomas. He was a very nice and friendly guy, and speak some good mandarin. He even introduce a lot of packages around Phuket to us, but I thought that some of the prices are like overpriced. In the end, we decided to book him for 4 hours on the 3rd day of our stay.

We reached our hotel, Royal Paradise Hotel, located at Patong. Patong was the most popular beach among the rest in Phuket, and that speaks the reason why most of the stuff sold are not as cheap. We got to upgrade our room to a better suite as the rooms at the higher level were under upgrading. Instead of having a room that have good view, we got a room that was really comfortable. The photo was like a half of the whole room. Excluded from this photo includes sofa, coffee table and a balcony.

Not to forget, immediately after we had stepped out of our room, Gay Bars! The whole street at night goes loud and crazy. Other than Gay Bars, abundant of massage parlors, hair salons and restaurants can be found around the area. Bing Hui even got molested by a lady boy on our way to makan.

Oh yes FYI, we paid around $120 each pax for the 4days stay.

We had our lunch, our first meal in Thailand at this fast food outlet called Mr "Something". It was 4-5pm then. After, we took a stroll to the Patong beach. The first impression wasn't as great as what I first read on the internet. Yes, there were plenty beach chair and umbrella, people were enjoying themselve with the watersports, Parasailing, Banana Boat and Jet Ski, available and a few were playing beach soccer and swimmings in the water. However to me, Patong Beach was alright but not to the extent where you will be amaze by it!

We were about to leave when we saw a booth with snorkeling, diving and canoeing tour. We decided to take up the snorkelling trip on the next day. It was priced at 1100Baht per head (inclusive of everything except for Snorkelling Fin @ 200B). We then headed back to our hotel to rest for the day.

We played poker card back in our room and this lame we were, while playing Zanny Bridge halfway, we started to snap ourself.

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The guys woke up as early as 6am. As typical Singaporeans, we didn't want to miss out on the breadfast as the transfer for our snorkeling trip arrive at 7.30-7.45 at our hotel. The complementary breadfast was good. Buffet style, with wide variety of foods to choose from. But too bad, my favourite french toast wasn't available. And one not so good thing to comment was that the breadfast everyday were more or less similar.

The snorkeling trip was really worth the money. We were told by the guide that the snorkeling sessions were reduce from four to two because of the inclement weather. I thought this must be a very common practice - to attract people to buy the trip with FOUR sessions, and then changed on the actual day. Despite only 2 snorkeling sessions, the visit to the islands and the speed boat experience were more than enough.

We headed out in our 50 seater speed boat. It took us almost an hour before we reached the first PhiPhi island. An exciting hour of bumping ride as I sat at the front of the speed boat. I should have guess so when the guide said that if want, strong people can sit in the front. At first, I thought he meant that people who sat in front can take cold as it was raining and there wasn't shelter. After the ride, then I know what he actually mean. I really thought that I would be thrown out of the speed boat if I'm to let go of the handle for just a single second. A really breathtaking experience. Not for the weak heart though.

We had a swim at the first island and poor HuiYi, got injured on the toe after stepping on something sharp. We then proceed to the Maya Bay, the white sandy stretch that was made famous by the Hollywood blockbuster 'The Beach' staring Leonardo Di Caprio. It was really a nice place to relax.

We then have our first snorkeling session, followed by lunch to replenish our batteries. After lunch, we were brought to Monkey Beach. We fed the monkeys with banana and our guide was even impressive, fed one with Pepsi! Those monkey were cute but not friendly. You see that I grew a new tail? It was actually a monkey almost with a sneak attack onto me.

We proceed against the huge waves to the last island - Khai Island where we snorkel and swim for almost two hours. Kudos to our sailer, our speed boat didn't capsized. The weather really caused the journey to Khai island even scarier than when we first experience the ride. I was like flying and Bing Hui was like hugging my arm as he got nothing to grab onto.

The whole trip ended around 5pm. It was really a good money well spent. By the way, do not book any activities online. Just do a booking with the flight and accomodation (w transfer if possible). The rest, I think you can get a pretty good price upon reaching there. For example, online states like 2,500B for the snorkeling trip, but in fact, we pay only 1,300B for the whole trip.

I will cut the snorkeling trip with this photo.

We went back to the hotel via transfer and they were all like dying. I was still pretty active and decided to go for a swim. Managed to "psycho" the guys to the swimming pool and yes, stop saying we are lame. We are just having fun.

Do take a look at Derrick expression. Didn't know that he took up acting classes as well. We then proceed to have our dinner across the street at some seafood "restaurant". There were plenty of them and didn't know which one to choose from.

(I'm lazy to remove the photo and rotate it)

After dinner, we walked around the area and find myself scared by an alien. We even saw a bicycle cart with a school of teddy bears on it.

We ended the day with a shopping trip to Jungceylon. Arsenal shop! Dear's favourite teddy! and arcade!

2008-07-14T21:20:00.004+08:00

As the photos taken during the thailand trips are too many,
I have decided to upload the photos from the cable ski trip first.

Cable ski on nearing end of june, it was really fun (yes, mentioned during the last entry)
Let's not talk so much, pictures paint a million words.
(Wanted to include some video, but do not know the fast way to do so!)

ok, shall see the pictures.

Ski! It's so Fuuunnnnnnn....

Hmm, me myself and I. But in not-so-nice position!

Like brother, like sister! Steady Da Jie, Ready Go

Nana, did what she did most.. Swim and Swim!

Cable Ski Rulz

Lunch provided. Not so Bad..

Cute dog. Din't manage to catch the other one.

Good service provided. That's one reason why i prefer Batam!
and it's pretty cheap. $100 for everything! What else you want?

I'm really looking forward towards the next trip!

Time for recent updates.

I was at Marina Square last Friday and Saturday to help out for the Shape (woman) run expo. It wasnt as fun this time round as compared to the one I had for Sundown. Hmm, the first day was still alright. However on the second day, it was really boring.

I stood there like for 8 hours doing nothing (hmm, just see pretty girls walking around ba~) I thought that it would be good should there be like a rotation system going on, at least we are not doing the same thing for very long. I didn't go into the counter at all, or even be a runner!

Hmm, the only thing that I was happy with throughout the expo was that auntie Judy helped me to register for the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon. I'm going to run my first marathon come December and it's free! She helped me to register under Monash University! =)

Derrick flew to Australia for his studies last week.
We had a farewell dinner for him the day before at Fish and Co.
Now, there is a new journey for many of us.
I'm just hoping that the journey would be fun and a memorable one that stays always.

Anyway Derrick (if you are reading this), like I always say, I have always admire people who go for oversea studies and I feels that it is really a good exposure and experience. Please try lots of stun and come back with exciting stories.
VON VOYAGE!

Went Back to Singapore Polytechnic, School of Business before the dinner.
Finally, got the chance to visit my PTM, Mrs Michelle Lee.
Chatted a lot with the lecturers and glad that they still remember us.
It must be the impact our class had during our poly days.
Like many of u out there, I misses the old days too.

I will soon embark onto a new journey too.
Less than a month, I will start to strive hard again.
I will move into a new environment
and hopefully will be able to adapt the new life soon.

I have almost settled all my adminstration stuff,
except for accomodation confirmation and notebook puchase.
Frankly, I didn't know if I really am looking forward for the school.
I just know that I want at the end of three years,
a First Class Honour.

Please Please, I asked for nothing much,
I will work hard myself for the grades and knowledges,
and any other things else, please do not bother me.
Please, not within these three years!!!! I hope.

Hmm, ok I shall stop here,
look out for the detailed thailand updates and pictures. . .

2008-06-29T18:54:00.002+08:00

I still haven't been able to obtain all the photos we took, for the Phuket and the Bangkok trip.
Will update as soon as I get hold of it!
So now, I shall update on my cable-ski trip yesterday first!

I'm glad that this time round,
my polytechnic friends tagged along for the fun.
I hoped that they have fun there,
especially with the kneeboard and the, erm, Poker Bridge!!

Unlike them, I fully utilised my $97 spend.
I went for like unlimited rounds and yes, of course, unlimited falls.

However, I did what I wanted to do yesterday.
I targetted to at least complete a full round,
and I did it!
What's more, I did it a couple of times.
The next time, I hope to complete three rounds comfortably,
and to learn how to leap off from the bench.

Really look forwards for the trip again!
Soon Please, Make it Soooooooooooooooon!!!!

2008-06-16T14:42:00.004+08:00

I'm Back!

Did enjoy myself in Thailand for 6 days
To be exact, it was 4 days 3 nights in Phuket,
another 2 nights and 2 days in Bangkok.
I changed 12,000baht to spent,
But only spend around 10,000 baht.

First Stop - Phuket

We arrived in the afternoon in Airasia.
Frankly, I'm pretty comfortable with the budget airlines.
Although this was my first time taking it, it wasn't really that bad despite the budget price.

Waited for 20min for our transfer and luckily, the transfer did not really screwed up.
Our driver, Thomas was a friendly chap and was like our tour guide for Phuket.
We decided to pay for his service for a day trip down south of Phuket.

We checked in to our superb hotel and was fortunate that they upgraded our room to a better one due to some renovations going on.
The room arranged was really like 5class hotel.

Feeling hungry, we head towards makan and take a stroll at Patong Beach.
We booked a snorkeling trip for the next day for just 1100baht.
I didn't know whether it was expensive, but we just go ahead.

The snorkeling trip was really fun.
Especially so for the Speedboat experience.
Bing Hui and me sat in the front of the speedboat,
which is the most vulnerable part.
I don't really know how to express in words,
you got to experience it yourself against those strong wave!

Maya Beach or better know as Phi Phi Beach is beautiful.
If you still do not know, then you should heard of "The Beach"
staring Leonado Di Caprio. To me, it wasn't like extremely nice,
but I though it was a nice place to relax.

The third day in Phuket was a scenary visit.
Headed south driven by Thomas and did visit a lot of wonderful points.
Needless to say, accompanied by lotsa photos!
We even go for a short massage session.
It wasn't tt expensive and it was so SHIOK!
Really felt so relaxed after the massage.

Second Stop - Bangkok

Nothing much to update about Bangkok.
Caused all we did was to shop and shop and more shopping!
You really got to know how to Bargain,
or else you will be chopped by the locals.

I really did enjoy the trip,
especially the Phuket part.

My friends, if you guys realise why I wasn't so happy in Bangkok,
here is the reason.

You guys got to understand two things.

First, this is also my first time holidaying in Thailand.
I do not know where is good and where isn't.
All I did was to do a lot of reading through the net.
I do not mind being the so called tour guide,
but please do not expect everything from me.
It's not easy to organise and to book and to do so many things just for the trip.

Second, what you pay is what you get.
I though we got a pretty good bargain
Phuket Hotel, Airasia Flight,
and even the Bangkok Hotel.
Baiyoke Suite isn't that perfect perhaps,
as compared to Royal Paradise.
But by the amount we paid,
I though it was reasonable.
Do be more understandable and less expectation.
It's really just because we were fortunate to upgrade our room at Royal Paradise.

=) Overall, hope you guys have a good trip.

Regards!

p.s. will be posting a lot of pics in the next post! watch out for the updates!

2008-06-03T02:25:00.004+08:00

Decided to pen down an entry before i commence my sweet dream.

The Adidas Sundown Marathon has finally came to an end!
I'm proud to say that I'm one of the exco member.
This time, the event was pretty different as compared to the Stand. Chart. one.
Hivelocity, the organising company actually empowered the volunteers!
Most of the Exco member were volunteers and did the planning portion.

The reason why I always wanted to be a volunteer is because
I believe by doing so, I could gain lots of experiences.
At the same time, I get to know a lot of people. It really did help to widen my circle of friends.

During the Race Pack Collection,
Ron put me to take charge of the Collection Booth.
To be frank, I didn't have to do much.
All the volunteers were helpful and did their parts.
There wasn't any major problems except for the sizes of the running tees.
Did have a lot of fun together throughout the whole three days!

Did a final Changi Exco Co-ord just the night before the race day.
Ok, finally I was pretty clear what I'm suppose to do.
Accompany ron to Raffles City for Bedok Exco Co-Ord
All the while, without my hp as I FORGOTTEN to bring my hp out!!

On the Race day,
my position read Deputy Manpower!
I was the Manpower Manager for changi sector,
and also helped out a little for the start and finish manpower side.

Initially, it was pretty chao as the volunteers were like reporting just 45 mins
before we have to start deploying them.
And worst, they haven even been brief.
I thought that this time round, preparation was not done properly.
For example, volunteers did not even know whether they are involved the night before!
I helped to call up the volunteers to confirm their attendance but it was like pretty late!
many actually back out.

Volunteers to be was like the most essential elements for the events.

I thought they were like the key to the success.

Ok, forget about that.

I felt that Route Marshal were so pathetic,
as they got to stand by their own throughout the hours.
So i cycled and stopped by all of them,
just to chit chat with them.
I didn't know if they appreciate it,
but that's the most I could do for them.

Changi Sector stepped down at around 6am.
Arranged two bus, but though that a bus is sufficient to pick up all of them.
In the end, I squeezed 80 of us + 10 bicycles + 3 runners into a 40 seater bus.
Despite this, everyone were like, hmmm, having a fun time i hope! =)
It was indeed a unforgetable experience.

Proceed home around 10 to get a rest.
Woke up and went dinner with my family at 126 dian xin.
Hmm, heard that it was pretty famous, but it was my first time there.
Then, mom wanted to watch ge tai, so the four of us went to drink white coffee by MarkLee.
Kaox.. Service was pretty bad!
The staff there were unprofessional, and inefficient!!!

2008-05-28T00:08:00.002+08:00

What have happen to me lately?

I'm like so weak, keep felling sick and such.
I remembered once I heard that falling sick is actually good.
It is because your body is fighting against the bacteria in your body!
Had a bad stomachache last week and Now,
I'm having flu and cough and a little bit of headache!

I'll force myself to be at home today!!

Went jogging with my sis the night before yesterday.
Did the Siglap connector park as usual,
but this time round, we did the opposite way.
Instead of running to ECP, we ran towards Bedok Reservoir from Kembangan.

This route is also part of the Sundown Marathon one
and I thought that it was a little bit tough as some parts,
there are like continuous uphill and downslope.

I went swimming with ah bra and huat yesterday.
Couldnt increase my laps as I was having difficulties breathing...
All thank to the stupid diseases!
At first, we were still hoping to get sunlight, but no!
It rained instead.
Luckily we guys were fast to move off from the swimming pool area.
Borrowed two books from Bedok Library before heading to Orchard to meet Jr.

Reach there ard 4+ and I was like meeting Jr at 6.15!
So I just walk aimlessly around the place.
I do not know why, but sometimes, I love to be by my own.
It felt like no strings attached.
(Luckily na isn't one who attached a string on me!)

Meet up with Jr and proceeded straight to the ACCA talk!
And what the hell was I doing there when I have already secured a place in NTU.
I was actually curious to learnt what ACCA have to offer,
and to accompany Jr there as no others wana go..
So there I was!

I'm really feeling sucky now! hai`
Pls let me recover fast.. Pls!!!
I want to be in my best condition soooooooooooooooooooooon!
!@#$%##@&!#@$@%

2008-05-26T13:17:00.004+08:00

Counting down to Adidas Sundown Marathon Race Day = 4 Days!

Helped out in the race pack collection for the past three days (23-25 May 08) at Mille walk.
Luckily, I doesn't need to manage much, as the volunteers were pretty pro-active.
The hours were pretty long, but overall, it was a fun experience working with everyone.
Together with the rest, it make me realise how OLD i am.
Lucky enough, at least dumb still say that i look like a boy when i'm seating at the counter!

I learnt a lot of stuff, especially from the more experience exco like Judy and Greg
and I get to know a lot of new friends.
Thank all the volunteers and we really appreciate the effort. (especially those students as they came to help despite having their test on the next day)

Thank Ron for teaching me and giving me the opportunity man!

Now, got to start preparing my role for the actual race day.
Haven been like helping and going for the Exco meeting.
Die!!! haha..

Finally get to accompany na yest. despite reaching like 11++
Hope you do not mind =)
and i know you wont la.

I got a new pair of shoe! hahaha
adidas summore! thank erjie and erjiefu man!!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-05-22T23:30:00.002+08:00

Stomach Upset!

I have been having stomach upset for the whole of today and yesterday.
It really hurt and su*k big time.

Have been helping out with the secondary school trail for continuously for three days.
Tuesday on Regent Sec, Wednesday on Orchid Park Sec and Today on FuHua Sec.
It was a great experience overall and not only did the students learned,
I myself also get to benefit while teaching them and bringing them through the tour in airport.

Come tomorrow, I will be helping out with the Sundown marathon's runner's pack collection.
It definitely will be another three days of tough work,
especially when the hours are longer now.
And I'm still having my stomach pain!

Counting down 2weeks + to thailand trip!

2008-05-19T23:19:00.002+08:00

WWW.NDP.ORG.SG

The NDP2008 is here again.
The annual hopeful event will be back again,
just one day after the commencement of the Olympic (08.08.08)
Start balloting for the Ticket now if you have not do so.

Since young, I have always wanting to attend the parade.
I have always been very interested in NDP, national songs and etc.
Hopefully I would be given the chance to watch this year one.

I guess I would be pretty tired this week.
Small assignment (Trail) for Tomorrow, and the following two days.
Then come friday saturday and sunday,
I will be helping out with the sundown marathon's bag collections.

Hmm, gonna go rest soon.
Now waiting for mom to cook burger for me.. Lolx
SLEEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-05-14T00:21:00.002+08:00

D O T A
(Defence of the Ancients)

If you are a guy yet you don't play this, yes, you have missed out on something fun.
If you are a girl yet you do not know about this, your boyfriend is really not someone who game!

I'm still pretty craze about this game.
Nana is still rushing me to sleep everynight. =)
Just to tell you dear,
You're still my No 1!!
No matter how much i play,
it's really interest ma!

2008-05-09T02:27:00.002+08:00

Don't ask me why the previous entry shows nothing.
Cause I do not know why too!
I update with an entry, yet it turn out to be blank...

How I really wish I could just write my own future..

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This date is a significant one.

First, it marks the end of my commitment towards Full-Time National Service.
Yes, I am now a NSmen.
I'm glad and are proud that I did my best in serving NS,
and learnt, experienced and enjoyed during my near-two-year stint.
I have always look forwards towards this date,
despite kept telling my commanders
"Don't think of ORD, now still got BPT!!!"

Now that I have ORDed, I'm starting to miss the platoon.
Having to go through so much things with them was definitely my pleasure.
Especially in Thailand, we have fun and suffered together.
It was so memorable.

Thank to everyone in SCOUT PLATOON!

*In addition, specially thank to the 1)Daniel 2)Sherwin 3)Mike 4)ShiHong 5)BoonHou 6)LiZhao 7)TingFu 8)LianWei...
I appreciate the Nike Shoe as ORD gift. I like it alot.

Second, on this date, I received a phone call.
I wasn't through to the 3rd round of KPMG interview.
I really wish that I was selected to be their scholar.
And yes, I WISH!

2008-05-07T22:39:00.000+08:00

2008-04-27T15:14:00.002+08:00

I will be ORD-ing in a WEEK time!!

Yes, it felt so good to be free of service
Yes, it felt so good not to be tied down with planning
It just is so wonderful when you think back that you have finish your NS liabilities

Now, I got to start worrying about money again!
No income.. Yes, I need to get myself a job soon.

Anyone with LOBANG??? I need some job man!
I thought I shouldn't find some accounting related job
as my career will definitely be associated with accounting next time round.
I wanted like shop assistant and such, a little more relax yet still able to earn!
Hai, just too lazy to find.

My second interview with KPMG was a tough one.
Actually it was all down to my communication skill.
I wasn't one who can easily bring ideas across
through my 'outstanding' communication means.
Hopefully I was lucky enough to be able to pass this round.
Even if i was asked to commit my future forever with KPMG,
I guess I wouldn't mind it.

Who wouldn't want to work with them, and get promoted along the rank.
I Want!

Let's hope~!

2008-04-20T22:54:00.004+08:00

I just had a FANTASTIC week!

I received a phone call to notify me that I was into the 2nd round of KPMG interview!
I had a chalet with my platoon!
and guess what
I enjoyed a whole day of cable-ski!

On tuesday, I went for the medical check-up at NTU.
It was my first time to the school,
the school which I'm going to spend 3 years in.
It will be the school where I get my FIRST-CLASS honour!
haha! Hopefully i did well enough to achieve it!

I look forward to it.

However, I spend $25 for some simple check-up!
Eyes test! Height and weight! Urine Test! and X-Ray....
For $25??

While having Lunch @ mac, the HR manager from KPMG called me.
Yes and I did made it to the 2nd round of the interview.
Hopefully I will remain calm this time round,
and writes a better essay if required so..

Supposedly to meet JunRong afternoon ard 2+
but he turned out only at 4+ with edi?(his poly's classmate)
Ah Huat decided to head home since it was so late.
Me too, so I meet dar after chatting with ms Jasmine for 45mins.

Didn't have a chance to meet the rest especially Mrs Michelle Chong, my PTM!
Nxt time I will definitely do so!

Had my platoon cohesion at Coasta Sand @ Pasir Ris on Thurday and Friday.
This gonna be my last cohesion with the platoon and I certainly will miss all of them.
I enjoyed the cohestion alot. Playing Soccer and Chit chatting with them was fun

I was surprise by the VC and driver and Lian Wei.. Thank for getting me the ORD gift!
I love the shoe alot and definitely will wear it when I play bball next time.
I sincerely thank you guys man!

Went to see them fish at night for awhile before deciding to head back to sleep
But in the end, we played "Bridge"?" for like the whole night.
Slept at ard 5.30am then woke up @ 10+ to check out!

Anyway, thank for the commanders for helping to organise the chalet.
And not to forget, thank Cpt Chris for being the sponsor.

Saturday was FUN!
I went Cable ski-ing with my sis, ros (my sis college) and nana at batam
haha.. dun wana talk about it so much,
cause all i can say is IT DAMN FUN!
I really like the sport
and definitely will be goin again!
$100 for whole weekend is good money spend.
1 day (abt 8-9hrs) of ski-ing and
1 whole day of resting bcos of aching. Lolx

waiting for the ferry @ harbourfront

Dajie and me. I reached pt 4! HAHA

Dajie reached pt 2.

Rd 1. Adrian 1 Wendy 0

Waiting for my Turn!

Most of the time! Swim back

and finally I stand up!

Want to go again..

Once I have enough money! =)

2008-04-11T22:02:00.002+08:00

ORD Lo!!

On paper, I will ORD come 6May08. However, I'm already psychologically ORD lo!
I just finish my Scout Profi. Test and BPT on wednesday.
Despite 3 days, it was pretty tough as I was involved in a lot of planning
yet have to go out with the team!

Anyway, just am really glad that I've finished it,
and that I'm going to ORD with a high key.

I will hand over the platoon from monday onwards
and hold my promise to OC that I won't interfere much with the platoon.

I spoke to the platoon at the end of the 3 days outfield.
Actually I wanted to say so much things to the platoon,
but whenever I was speaking to them, I just forget about what I wanted to tell them.
Sob!!

I guess I'm not going to speak to the platoon formally so I will just pen it here,
At least I didn't just kept to myself. Lolx

I'm really happy to lead the scout platoon and love the way the platoon are.
The men are just like their commanders, playful and noisy and irritating
but they always get the job done.
This is something I'm really proud of them. This is what brings them so close together.
I apologise for having to discipline you guys, but this is the role I have to play.
I miss the platoon...

Hai`
To them, I knew I wasn't the best PC or even a good PC to them.
Just hope that they will still at least greet me when they saw me in public and not siam away! lol.

Today, I went for KPMG scholarship interview.
Shit man, guess I have f**ked it up.
I was really nervous and did not answer the questions well.
Kaox! Big 4 lehx.. Pls let me through the 2nd round!! Pls!!

Meet dar after that. Finally she got what she wanted.
Dear, remember to save money oso k.
Don't think that you have secured your internship,
means that you can be spendthrift .

2008-03-30T14:33:00.007+08:00

Can i have you, Miss Scholarship??

Life is fair, i always believe in it.. i don't have gold taps at home, and all i ask for is to lessen my worries? i hate worrying about money issue and yes, here i am, back to crossroad again....

Can i just be one who need not worry about such issue?? *hate it!!!!

Platoon cohesion at ECP....

Kaox, i'm super broke la! Spent close to 400 for the Cohesion!

What to do, i agreed to get them something for their effort.

Thanks god I got such a good platoon

Really proud of what the platoon have done, but what!

It's never enough for me! hahaha

Hopefully they understand... ...

Ya, hopefully like what some of them said, the cohesion turn out to be a pretty good one.

I enjoyed it alot...

Some pics

Sabo the PCs and PSes and more

This is what you got when you have an all male outing! haha

Violent, Injuries and CrossDress!

Went for overnight fishing with some of my commanders (friends outside! "Inside Officer, Outside not Officer HORx)

2008-03-30T12:30:00.004+08:00

Guess what, I'm in CAMP now!!!

What to do, got to perform duty (on weekend!)

Hopefully it's gonna be the last one! Please!

ORD LO!!!!

I love last week.

I finally get to enjoy myself and not get stressed up by army stuff.

I went outfield on monday and tuesday, returned back to camp at night.

Got to rush out of camp as wed was a special day for my sis.

Told boss that I got to take off and he asked me to take for the rest of the week!

Kaox. haha, and then say that I'm a WORKAHOLIC!!

Do I have a choice? I asked myself

Yes I do. Then others will have to do my work more.

Hai` it's pretty different in scout. Everyone was like one level UP!

Pity my commanders and men. Sometimes, they just gonna help me settle so much stuff.

But what can I do.

'Thank you guys' I put it in my heart as I could only do that.

But to the conversation I have with my boss.

My boss even asked me to take leave and off as and when I feel like doing so.

It's alright la!

Such a good boss, even if my leave and off can't all be cleared, I'm fine with it.

26 March 2008 (Wednesday) marks a new chapter to my sister journey.

My ErJie and My ErJieFu walked down the red carpet, with the many wishes from all of us

I woke up early in the morning (around 10+ Lolx, considering the previous two days of outfield I had without minimum sleep! Scout is all about OUTFIELD!! )

Went to my aunt place for the Tea Ceremony and yes,

I got ANG PAO!!

Now then I realise how young my cousins are and how old I am!

I'm among the OLDEST of my generation. Ooooh Nooooooooooo!

I shall not talk so much. Post more pictures for future use - to track back to past!

ErJieFu and ErJie

My Generation or younger!

And Finally, Best Wishes my Sis!

2008-03-16T19:54:00.002+08:00

The last month passed pretty fast.

Perheps it was because the days I still have to remain in army.
Perheps it was because of the hectic schedules.
But one time for sure was that it was confirmed somethings to do with army.

My msn name read
"my brain juice will soon be depleted! Thank to my chocolate bar!"

Finally I can set my mind to peace.
I completed submitting the scholarship's applications.
I completed sourcing and booking for the thailand trip in June.
I completed what I should do outside my army life!

However, the past month was definitely not good to me in term of catching up with friends.

Neither do I have the time together with my family.

I never have the opportunity.

Oh no! My PSP is down! I was so stupid to have upgrade my PSP version to a ORIGINAL one.
I can't play any games now!! Someone help me!
Luckily I still can see shows. Now watching Kung Fu Dunk in my PSP!! Finally

2008-02-12T13:31:00.000+08:00

I'm watching Jay Concert!

On DVD now...

Shit man, so sick and tiring of needing to write essays.
Have been pretty LOUSY in my languages and now,
I am make to write compo for my application of scholarship!

I rather write a blog!
HELP!!!!!

Hmm, nothing special this new year, just that all the "xiao hai zi"
now become quite "da" le...
Guess I'm really getting old! haha

My allowances collected this year wasn't alot.
Mere enough just for my handphone and transport for a month.
However, did enjoy myself catching up with my relatives.
and also finally have a damn long break

Haven been clearing any off and leave last year due to course and more courses.
Finally able to clear my three day offffffffffffffffff!!
And guess what, today is already the 2nd day.
Sob sian the thought of having to book in.. hahaha

First day as usual, went to my aunt place.
second day practically did nothing
third day went to shan place to play majong!

Thank shan for the pizza treat
and thank binghui and david for losing money so that shan can treat
hahaha.. Luckily chun xue come late, otherwise think she will lose money also as her luck that day wasn't as good..
Ke lian de dear, watching coffee prince all da while.. haha
think she also dun mind..

=)

Hmm, gona start to think abt the essay le..
but sian, so relunctant to think!!!

HELP ME PLS

2008-02-03T11:44:00.000+08:00

I'm back in Singapore again!!!
I'm so fortunate that I'm able to travel 3 times, throughout my 2 years of NS liabilities.
What even more fortunate is that this time round, I got the Raffles Class seat.

I remembered during my Polytechnic days
I was so worry I didn't want my first air trip to lies with a Budget Airline
I was so determine that my first one must be with SIA
and thank I got my wish came true

Thank NS liabilities for letting me experience so much things that
in the rest of my life, I know i'll never be able to experience so.

But it's getting CLOSER!!
I'm getting to ORD lorx...
3 more months and I can finally go back to student life.

Whether student life will be as fun, it remain question mark.

Just came back from Thailand 2 days ago.
This trip was a fruitful 1
especially so as the town I went to was pretty laidback

Of course the R&R wasn't as fun as the one I had in Taipei
but it definitely wasn't as bad as the one I had in Brunei

Anyway, really did enjoy myself throughout the trips and did
experienced some pinnacles of my army's life
Thank again NS for allowing us to experience this kind of experiences

These 2 days were purely catching up time with my dear and friends.
Went to drink coffee on both days! haha..

I slowly get poorer as each day passed!
haha..

And I'm still owing 4000 to CPF.. Oh no!! When will I finish repaying it. haha

Gonna start applying for all those scholarships soon!
Gonna start working once I ORD!
Gonna save money!

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

hahaha

2008-01-01T18:03:00.000+08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!

A new year, a brand new start
A good year ahead, and ORD!!

Met up with my poly lao peng you at usual TCC
However, ended 1&1/2 hr late.
Got some mixed up for the presents~
and our apology to you guys for waiting!!

Do not know why i enjoy holidays nowadays evenmore!!!

Chit chatted abit there until new year day!!!
Then decided to go Shan place to play Majong!

It's been a long time since we last played together
and really did enjoy the accompany of all..
Apology to dear for forcing you to go..

My sincerely thank to our BING HUI!!!
Thank for always giving us a ride!
Really do appreciated it alot.

2007-12-25T13:09:00.000+08:00

I LOST MY HANDPHONE!!

Freak man, curse the person who took my HP!
May you lose your HPs from now on everywhere you go!

Hai, left it on the table after lunch with David, Seau Hong and Nana yesterday.
Realise it 2mins after but by then, it was 2 late.
That IDIOT already off it. I suspected the couple beside,
And I was pretty sure it was them. But 2 late, everything were 2 late!!

Hai~ I lost all my contacts.. So important shit man..
I will get from you guys the contact once I got my phone.
Forget it adrian! Let it be a lesson learnt. Hai~ Damn Sian 1/2

Out of impulsive or whatsoever, I decided to buy a PSP slim.

And efficient were I, I got it the day straight after I lost my precious!
A really big hole in my pocket now.
But ignore it, I SHOULD start saving from NOW. Yes and NOW!!!!

I really do not want to spoilt my mood on the Christmas eve
So that pretended as nothing happen.
So what if I lost my HP (of COS the person who took it, may you have all the bad luck!)
I got myself a new PSP.

And afterall, I enjoyed the day alot with my dar.
Crazy man, i dunnoe when was the last time i went Orchard on Christmas Eve,
And dunnoe why do I have the christmas moon to go yesterday,
But I went there eventually. And was almost squeeze out of juice...

Hmm, do not have the pic with me yet, will update it again next time ba.

Lastly MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE!!! (oops xcept the IDIOT!)

2007-12-23T15:36:00.000+08:00

IMPORTANT

PLEASE HELP!

Blood Bank's level is LOW currently!!!
(Especially those with a A or O type)

I remember vaguely the first time I went there.
And as of yest, I have already donated 5 times.
It wasn't much as compared to those who already have 25 or even 100
But i sincerely believe that it's the thought that count.

It really do one no harm to donate blood
and instead helps 3 other people every once donation made.

For those who are interested, PLEASE please make your way down to the
BLOOD BANK @ HSA (OUTRAM PARK)

Yest. went to HuiMin B'day chalet at CostaSand.
It have been pretty long eversince i last met her.
Yes, eversince the last day of Poly I believe!
Glad to know her and really thank for the invitation!
HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY!
WeLcOmE tO AduLthOod!!

I feel the CHRISTMAS festive coming!
I really can feel the festive season AIR!

2007-12-21T01:15:00.001+08:00

oh December.. I'm spending like no one business again.

So many birthdays

and I spend so much on food in my training camp.

I do not actually know what are other things i'm spending on.

I got monthly NSF payment yet i don't see any tangible things i purchase.

No PSP, No Car, No everything and yet,

all i could manage to save were say $200 the most.

Hopefully and PLEASE let me get some kind of sponsorship or scholarship for my education in NTU!

Was jogging with my sis just now and since my thigh were still aching from yesterday's run,

I jog alongside with her all the way. We chatted a lot which includes my further education.

There are so much things to be done during my studies.

I want to at least join some CCA

I want to work part timer (for money sake!)

I want to get my licence

I WANT TO DO SO MANY THINGS

hopefully, i'm able to manage my timetable well when the time comes.

Please support my dar!!!

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2007-12-16T17:06:00.000+08:00

And Finally!

I deserved to wear the renowed Jungle Hat!

Army aside, I will have much more time nowadays as compared to the previous 6 weeks.
But again, i will be leaving for thailand soon in another 3 more weeks.

Anyway, time really flies so fast, it's the festive season again. Yeah, so many holidays waiting for me! haha..

I'm going broke! Got so many presents to pay for. haha.

Anyway, last friday was my mom and uncle birthday! Happy Birthday!

Went to Dian Xiao Er for dinner but wasn't the standard that I expected.
Anyway, it's been really long since i last went out with all of them.

I miss civilian LIFE!!!

2007-12-08T13:40:00.001+08:00

I decided to blog finally

Just participated in the SCSM2007.

I'm proud to say I did not complete the 42.195Km
As i did not even cross the Starting Line!
I'm not just a volunteer for the event
As a Drink Station Manager in Sector A!

Yes, the whole event lasted for 14 hrs (for the volunteer)! Brenner, ah Lin and Me were there since 12am to prepare for the sound-off. I was given a new appointment as Drink Station Manager and were separated from the other 2. Lucky them, I got to suffer walking from 1 drink station to the next and then to the others, and what worst, under the hot burning sun for at least 5 hrs ++

Nevermind about it, because I enjoy the experience alots. Now, I motivated to run my own marathon next year. Believe me, I would! 42.195km, my target under 4.5hrs.

Anyway not bad for a volunteer, i got 20% discount off for adidas mechandise. And today, i used it to get a adidas track shoe (with good cushioning). Finally! Wanting to get 1 eversince i ran for the AHM, but always got no time to.

Now, i volunteer my service for the rundown marathon (www.sundownmarathon), the first ultra marathon (84km) held here (if i'm isnt wrong). Thank Ron for the good lobang, as i wish to obtain these experiences.

Coming next Monday - 17DEC

I will don my jungle hat
I will complete my RCC

Together with the rest (especially the officers and senior specs)
We suffered.

Despite it being tough,

I enjoyed it.

2007-11-04T23:18:00.000+08:00

Tomorrow onwards, I will be on course again!
Yes AGAIN!

My whole NS liability, I think more than half of it I'm having courses. One after another~ Now I'm on RCC, moment later, I will have my ASPC. haha.. It's never ending.

Anyway, I cleared my second year IPPT and SOC. haha, thank to the pressure that I'm in scout. Guess being in the scout platoon alone, i have the obligation to do well. Yes, I obtained a GOLD! haha. help to pace my commanders and was freaking glad that he make it 2. for my SOC, do not really know how come i improved so much. I got 8.15 which i never have before! haha..

Anyway, the proudest thing is that my scout TROOPERs have all obtained a GOLD. (18 out of 18) what else can i ask more!

Last, I'm damn "kan dong" by men. A few of them actually message me to wish me for my course.. Almost cried.!!.!

=)

2007-10-27T22:01:00.000+08:00

I knew this! I knew that the moment I'm back to unit, I'll be piled up with never-ending work. I wanted to write an entry earlier, but halfway through, I got so lazy to complete it!!!

2007-09-14T23:12:00.000+08:00

This could just be the last of the many entries that i posted recently. Coming this monday, my bike course will end and I will have to return to my unit soon after. And my guess is that I would most probably be freaking busy back in unit. Hence, wont have the the luxury to blog as frequently as compared to the past few weeks.

Today was yet another fruitful riding, especially the night training. Skip x-country riding and camouflaging training, I enjoyed the night riding, both in the off-road and the road & expressway. It was a good finale riding for me. I really enjoyed the course a lot.

Anyway, I'm a bit tired le. Gonna take a good rest now after whole day of riding.

Till i blog again, see ya!

2007-09-13T22:35:00.000+08:00

Today riding was excellent!

The experience today was one that is unforgetable.
We ride and overcome the different terrains and road surfaces,
and applied the skills that we learn in the off-road lessons.

The riding tempo today was one that I love.
I ride at a faster speed than what i normally did,
and even reached as high as 85-90km/h
(yes i know it's average speed in expressway, but PLEASE considerate what bike I'm using!)

The travelling today was one that is very enriching.
These confidence islandwide ridings allowed me to come across a lot of roads,
and also helped a lot in building one riding confidence.

(Today will be my last 3rd day of my bike course, I want to go for more courses!!!)

2007-09-13T00:11:00.000+08:00

Kaoz..

Earthquake with a magnitude of 7.9 (8,4 according to TNP on Sep13) struck Sumatra, Indonesia just now, around 6pm++
(1) Ard 7pm, I felt a moment of giddiness, thinking that I got some kind of headache or stared too long at the TV. (2) I was told by my Da jie that some quake hitted indonesia when she came home. (3) My er jie then said that she felt giddy too not long ago.

Then we realised that the giddiness were the impact caused by the quake. This is the first time i experienced a quake and hence, din't know how it felt beforehand. It really make one feel that he had a really bad headache. I wasn't fazed when JunRong first told me in msn. I though it was a minor one. Now, I realised how damaging it was, given a measurement of 7.9! and almost the whole Singapore can felt it.

Hopefully, it wasn't really as disastrous as what the number pointed out to be.

Today, we had island confidence riding. Hmm, was excited at first, but turn-off after the whole trip. Riding at 50km/h! wat da hell.. It's like travelling in normal road la. Who will really enjoy it? The traffic were freaking slow. At first, I still though that I could maintain the maximum bike speed of 70 throughout.

Last, I have finally signed up for a friendster account. Thank to JR, and guys who kept sending email to join.

2007-09-11T23:04:00.000+08:00

S T U P I D T E R R O R I S M

This day 6 years ago, new chapter of history was created
It was the dumbest ACT ever committed by some of the most inconsiderate people

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-09-10T19:32:00.000+08:00

EARTH.

We didn't inherit it from our ancestors

We borrowed it from our children

With about a billion used tyres discarded annually

This has become a mountain of debt we can never repay.

Immdiately, my attention were drew by this, I came across it in the recent forbes magazine. Finding it interesting, I decided to blog it.

Eversince I took marketing module during my poly, I grow very interested towards it. I felt that it took a really creative, experienced person and one who knew how to connect with the target market to really do up an excellent advertising.

This advertisment paragraph attach me mainly because of two reasons. First from the business aspect, the advertisment suit just nicely into a business magazine. If you notice carefully, it's uses words like debt, repayment and even inherit, words that are associated with business. Second, it depicts the situation of the world right now. It's not just tyres. It's also about plastic, petrol and so many many other things that we are taking for granted without worrying for the future generations. However, who to blame for this. I mean there is little things that we can do. The world are so developed till all these become a neccessities despite all these might be used up one day.

Okie, shall stop here. Anyweay, its up to every individuals to play a part in this world.

Yeah, I will get my bike licence SOON!! I passed my public riding test today! haha..

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

Yesterday was my incentive day off. Guys who passed all tests under one attempt get one day off while the rest went for remedial trainings. As our last test (public) kept postponing, we had clocked more than enough hours and mileages to go for it. Anyway, tomorrow will be my public test. Hopefully, I get ZERO demerit point.

Woke up in the morning and got prepared to go and pray my grandad and grandma. Forever, got to wait for both my sisters to get ready first. Took a cab down to "Guang Ming Shan" After, proceed to Army Market to sew my name and formation tag onto my uniform.

Went to the Sweet stone shop to get some waffle fondue for my dear and pauline. Then, quickly rushed to NUS as dear and pauline were having some financing courses. Dear and me only managed to eat it outside vivocity as we were rushing to go vivocity (Late ma!). Was pretty regretting buying takeaways after eating it. Yes, it taste nice, but only if you are eating there and the chocolate dips are freaking warm. So next time if you all wana eat, don't get takeaway one. Eat there and you will ENJOY it!

This time, we have our clique gathering at Vivocity. Don't ask me why, caused I also don't know why I though of the place. Anyway, Ina came along yesterday. =) so long did i saw her. Actually wanted to ask darek along. But these days, he doesn't seems around. Park his msn and never reply 1!

Thanks to them for the Nike shirt! Actually, I love it alot, just that I didn't express it with exaggeration. Now, it actually remind me of YanChun and LiYing and ZZ and don't remember who la. During my secondary school, they actually got a basketball white sleeveless Nike shirt for me. Anyway whatever, millions thank to all of you!

Ohh, last but not least, wishes HaPpY BiRtHdAy to these girls!!!
Pauline (9/9) and seauhong (12/9)

2007-09-06T20:35:00.000+08:00

First, identify yourself as right or left brain person:

1. Hold your hands together, as if you were praying. Look at your hands.
If you see Left thumb is below the right thumb ---> left brain
Right thumb is below the left thumb ---> right brain

2. Fold your arms in front of you (as if you are angry)
Right arm above left arm ---> left brain
Left arm above right arm ---> right brain

Based on 1+2 (order important), below is the interpretation of your personality:

Right-Left Considerate, traditional, indirect type
Can instinctly read other's emotion, and respond friendly by natures. Although not very into taking intiatives in moving forward, but this person will always take a step back in supporting others. Stable personality and considerate, give others a being protected feeling. But the weakness is they cannot say no; regardless how unwilling they are, they will take care of others.

Right-Right Loves challenges type
Straightfoward. Once they decided on one thing, will take action right away. Very curious, and love challenges. Dare to face dangers without thinking through (sometimes foolishly). Their weakness is they dont listen to others, will filter in only what whey want to hear in a conversation, and very subjective. However, because of their straightforward attitude, they tend to be fairly popular.

Left-Left Dedicated, cold, perfectionist
Very logical in all aspects. The only way to defeat (or win over) him/her is through reasons. Has a lot of prides, and feeling strongly about doing the right thing. If they are your friends, they are very trustworthy. However, if they are your opponets, they will be very tough to deal with. Because they can be very "anal" as a perfectionist, they usually leave a bad impression of being hard to deal with when first met.

Left-Right Likes to take care of others, leader type
Has a cool and keen observation ability to see through situations, yet still can be considerate in others needs. Because of their cool and calm nature, and strong sense of responsibility, they tend to become head of a group. Popular among people. However, they may not be able to help themselves in meddling because they want to take care of others too much. Very concerned about how others view them, and always on alert.

I'm Right Right! Love challenges type. How about you?

2007-09-06T19:58:00.000+08:00

I realised what I have forgotten to blog about yesterday. It came to my mind before I blogged, but forgotten all about it while blogging. Sometimes, really do have goldfish memory.

Yesterday, it is a important day for the month. It marks the togetherness of me and nana. Yes, we been sharing joys & sorrows together for 34 months! Anyway, happy 34th month anniversary my love.

Nowadays, i am pretty free after 5. After dismissing from the driving circuit, I will go home immediately. Then, i would just relax, either just surf net, blogging or go jogging. Life will soon change once my course end. Haha, sounded like that will be dramatically drastic changes. Unit life will not be as good as in a course ba. I prefer going courses. Anyway, today saw YuCheng, another officer in my camp.

Have been surfing on taiwan and hongkong recently. Would like to take a break after I ORD, before i enter into ntu. If got any good lobang, on food, on accomodation or any things, cheap or interesting, nice or must-see things, must tell me k. Good things are meant to be shared right!

Haha maybe i'm too bored, I even surf the singapore tourism website. haha. (1)VisitSingapore (2)Welcome2taiwan (3)Discoverhongkong.. why can't they just all use the same. Then, people who intent to travel can easily access the website and needless to use search engine.

I'm damn excited about the two IR that singapore is going to have soon. Marina Sands 2009 and Sentosa Universal Studio 2010. Hopefully, it doesn't just appeal to the tourists. Hopefully, it doesn't have to cost much to visit these places. Hopefully, all these hopes come true. haha. However, surfing the net on the two IR, the Sentosa one looks more attactive. Maybe because of the fancy colours used for the imaging map. (www.resortsworldatsentosa.com)

I'm also looking forward to the development of the Marina Bay. (http://www.marina-bay.sg/development.htm). Singapore is nice, but with all these upcoming development, Singapore would definitely be a brighter RED small dot in the whole map.

My public road test is schedule on next monday. It just keep postponing. So sian! Anyway, tomorrow, there will be some VIP visiting the circuit. I heard is some Malaysian General or whatsoever. Because of that, we spent half a day to prepare and arrange the balancing obstacles today. I'm selected, with 5 others trainees to demostrate to the VIP. Haha. It's so pressurising la. Pray that nothing goes wrong tml. At least wont disgrace myself ma.. hahha. Jia you ba!

2007-09-05T19:09:00.000+08:00

Oh no, I just listen to some Mr Brown specialities. Haha!

During my poly time, a lot of my classmates (including nana) said that I'm LAME! I never admit that I'm lame. Please, I'm just trying to create some atmosphere for you guys lorx! Otherwise when doing projects or studying together, it will be damn bored. I'm nothing compared to the Mr Brown! (http://www.mrbrownshow.com/). I guess that it really appeal to me as it's really a very SINGAPOREAN style!

Actually, i really miss poly life. The activities I had during my times in CSCC, that particular class gathering that I enjoyed most, the never-ending projects that lasted us just before the school gate closed, and so many many things else that have happened. It seems like so long ago.

Wowowowow yeah yeahah! I received a mail from :::

Thank me for my volunteering my service for the Start/Finishing Pt. Marshals. Hope that I get chosen and be free on that day as I'll be on my scout commander course during that period.

Passed my wet surface braking test! Lucky to be chosen to do the Emergency brake. First attempt and I make it. Yeah! left with last test. Pray that I got ZERO demerit point for my public road test!!!

2007-09-02T17:20:00.000+08:00

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I'm a little late in blogging, but i didn't forget to message my favourite polytechnic tutor on the actual Teacher Day. I send a message to Miss Jasmine Ang, sending her regards on behalf of my whole class and of course, showing our BIG LOVE to her!

Thoughout my life, I am very fortunate to have very great teachers around me. In primary school, I have Mrs Singh to help me through my EM3. In secondary school, I have Miss Lam and Mr Sum supporting me to transfer to Normal (A) and in polytechnic, I have Miss Jasmine Ang to motivate me to get a diploma with merit and further pursue my studies in accountancy. Of course, these teachers are just the more closer one. There are many other teachers and tutors who have create a deep positive impressions in me. If i'm to list them out, it might take a very long time.

Teachers, Lecturers or tutors, they all play a very important role in grooming a child up. The responsibilities of them nowadays are very heavy as most parent have a much higher standard expected of the education system these days. Parents are the paying customer and if their kids doesn't perform well in examination or even minor test, they often push the responsibilities to the one person teaching their child. However to me, teachers are important but not to be blame(unless the teacher really CMI "CANNOT MAKE IT la") Anyway, the reasons why till now, i did reasonably well in my studies are partly because of the good teachers i had.

Just want to really THANK all my teachers. Without them, there won't be this Adrian here blogging! and appreciating their efforts.

Went to the PC show on saturday alone. Always prefer to go alone as it always damn freaking crowded, so just go take a quick look and get what I wanted. However, I was there for about 2 hours plus as I was waiting for dar to finish her project. It was first projected to end at 2+ but in the end, around 5+ then her group end the discussion. It's alright la, who ask is my baobei.. haha.. In the end, got a Laptop cover for dear, a Sony M2 memory card for my sis and a SD memory card.

Sunday, pratically did nothing much except playing dota. Hahaha

It was a brand new experience today. I ride in the heavy rain. A round which U-turning at chai chee. Hell of a pain. I never knew water droplets will also be painful! When we were riding, parts of our body not covered up with anything, keep coming contact with the rapid raindrops. It really hurts. Anyway, today riding was nice, except of the heavy downpour. I experienced riding in night condition and also mentioned, in the rain. =)

2007-08-31T23:51:00.000+08:00

FORT MINOR LYRICS Remember The Name

You ready?!
Lets go!Yeah, for those of you that want to know what we're all about
It's like this y'all (c'mon!)

[Chorus]This is ten percent luck, twenty percent skill
Fifteen percent concentrated power of will
Five percent pleasure, fifty percent pain
And a hundred percent reason to remember the name!

Mike! - He doesn't need his name up in lights
He just wants to be heard whether it's the beat or the mic
He feels so unlike everybody else, alone
In spite of the fact that some people still think that they know him
But fuck em, he knows the codeIt's not about the salary
It's all about reality and making some noise
Makin the story - makin sure his clique stays up
That means when he puts it down Tak's pickin it up! let's go!

Who the hell is he anyway?
He never really talks much
Never concerned with status but still leavin them star struck
Humbled through opportunities given to him despite the fact
That many misjudge him because he makes a livin from writin raps
Put it together himself, now the picture connects
Never askin for someone's help, to get some respect
He's only focused on what he wrote, his will is beyond reach
And now when it all unfolds, the skill of an artist

It's just twenty percent skill
Eighty percent fear
Be one hundred percent clear cause Ryu is ill
Who would've thought that he'd be the one to set the west in flames
And I heard him wreckin with The Crystal Method,
"Name Of The Game"Came back dropped Megadef,
took em to churchI like bleach man, why you have the stupidest verse?
This dude is the truth, now everybody be givin him guest spots
His stock's through the roof I heard he fuckin with S. Dot!

[Chorus]
They call him Ryu The Sick And he's spittin fire with Mike
Got him out the dryer he's hot Found him in Fort Minor with Tak
Been a fuckin annihilist porcupine He's a prick, he's a cock
The type woman want to be with, and rappers hope he get shot
Eight years in the makin, patiently waitin to blow
Now the record with Shinoda's takin over the globe
He's got a partner in crime, his shit is equally dope
You wont believe the kind of shit that comes out of this kid's throat

Tak! - He's not your everyday on the block
He knows how to work with what he's got
Makin his way to the top
People think its a common owners name
People keep askin him was it given at birth
Or does it stand for an acronym?
No he's livin proof, Got him rockin the booth
He'll get you buzzin quicker than a shot of vodka with juice
Him and his crew are known around as one of the best
Dedicated to what they doin give a hundred percent
Forget Mike - Nobody really knows how or why he works so hard
It seems like he's never got time
Because he writes every note and he writes every line
And I've seen him at work when that light goes on in his mind
It's like a design is written in his head every time
Before he even touches a key or speaks in a rhyme
And those motherfuckers he runs with, those kids that he signed?
Ridiculous, without even trying, how do they do it?!

Just love the Song, No special reason.

2007-08-31T22:57:00.001+08:00

random

weather been changing
mood been switching

So unpredictable is the weather these few days..
Caught in the wet and caused delay in my skill riding test.
Was so looking forward and when it finally stopped, decision was made to postpone it.. zzz

Yes, it might be a simple decision to just pull it off, but morale was hit, totally.
Could have been on the public road today but things just happened and i just got to accept it.

But what happened yesterday had already happened. I'm glad that I pass my Skill Practical Test today. I almost flop in the very first obstacle in the balancing section. What worse is that if I dropped off the plank (which is the first obstacle), that mean i've failed the whole test. Luckily, I managed to go up the plank and became quite confident then. I cleared the rest of the balancing obstacles. 28 out of 45 guys failed the balancing test and hence, the entire test. The circuit section is much easier, to me. Only 2 out of the 17 people who passed the balancing failed the circuit. I guess both of them were penalised because of 1 major fault. For me, I'm proud to say that I got ZERO demerit point. Haha. The tester even asked me if i got a civilian 2B licence. =) Lolx

For those who passed the skill riding test, we managed to go to the public road in the afternoon. I eccountered both considerate and inconsiderate drivers and bikers on the road. We will be tested two routes. One around kaki bukit and bedok reservoir, the other one from the driving circuit to chai chee vias bedok.

Yes, i know that L-plate learners are riding freaking slow, but what do the road users expect? Didn't they once a learner too! Hmm, it's just frustrating to see some so inconsiderate users on road. What else to expect a SAF Bike! We are only allowed to travel the most 50km yet i went all the way to 60 and even reach 70 sometimes. Yet, those inconsiderate drivers can still cut us just as they like. PLEASE LA! We know the drivers are PRO, but cant they just be a bit more sympathise with us, the L-PLATE LEARNERS. Of course, I met some other courteous drivers. They gave way to me when i wanted to merge into their lane. Thank to these guys out there. Because of you guys, Singapore then are consider as friendly.

Just hope that during my public road test, I will encounter the latter more. Please, don't let me meet any inconsiderate one!... ...

I signed up for the standard chartered marathon volunteer just now. Yes, it may seem that I'm freaking free to do it, but see, I told you i'm really into endurance sports! Anyway, the reason is because i wanted to see the expression of those guys after they ran the full marathon! Anyone interested? Can join me.. quick, while stock last!

2007-08-29T21:16:00.001+08:00

Ouch! I tried going for a jog yesterday, but I gave up after just ONE round around my neighbourhood. Worst still, I don’t feel any aching in my legs.

Ouch! The bike riding course is so terribly not doing any good to my wrist. Got to ride the bike everyday, regardless rain or shine, and this have caused the over-stressing to my pitiful wrist. My wrist HURT!

I’m really so keen in doing those endurance sports these days. Surf to find out the best timing for the different distances and are surprise by those amazing results. Running a half marathon under 59mins and a full just slightly over 2hrs? WOW, it’s just simply unbelievable. I just wish I can run a marathon double of what the Best did. I just hope that I can complete under 4 & ½ hours. If your are also keen, www.alltime-athletics.com !

Yesterday, I managed to squeeze through the passing grade for my highway situational problems (HSP) test. It’s one that is not a requirement if you are taking a civilian licence. It’s rather stress as I’m the only officer there. It’s just typical that everyone else expect me to perform. I also managed to pass the balancing assessment, but only after the third try. The first one, I went off the ridge bridge, my wrong. As for the second one, I’m still fuming with myself. I heard the whistle and though that I did not meet the requirement. The moment I turn my head to see the instructor, I hit a pylon. Gone the second try! Luckily, I managed to pass the last one.

However, the assessment is nothing if I do not pass my actual test tomorrow. My practical test is scheduled on tomorrow afternoon. Pray that I’ll pass!

Last thing I want to talk about is regarding my dear. Just want to tell you that you have always been a wonderful dear. Yes, I might always say nasty things to you, or treated you badly, but it’s actually I’m trying to be “wu li qu nao”. You always gave in to me, and that that have just make me take you for granted. Sorry dear. I just want you to know that you are really one extremely good and patient girlfriend.

2007-08-27T23:28:00.000+08:00

寄沒有地址的信　這樣的情緒　

有種距離你放著誰的歌曲　

是怎樣的心情　能不能說給我聽

雨　下得好安靜　是不是你　

偷偷在哭泣幸福(它)　真的不容易　在

你的背景　有我愛你

我可以　陪你去看星星　

不用再多說明　我就要和你在一起　

我不想　又再一次和你分離　

我多麼想每一次的美麗　是因為你

2007-08-27T22:39:00.000+08:00

1 Hr 54 Mins! Yes, I’m proud to announce that I completed my first ever 21km run. A finisher medal with a timing of under 2hours for my first ever half marathon, what can I ask for more? I am satisfied.

Before the run, I set a target timing of 1hr 40mins. I thought that I could run at a pace of 5mins/km. I’m wrong! I ran the distance and realised that it wasn’t as easy as I first thought. When I reached the first 10 km, I was still on par with the target. It was around 49 mins. However, running the first 10 km is always different from running the next 10 km. Just like running the first half marathon is never the same as running the remaining half of the marathon. The next 11 km were tough. I was looking forward for the u-turning at East Coast Park, but the more I was hoping for, it seems the further it is. It finally came after the Macdonald. Then the rest were past. I ran towards the finishing line, just in front the floating platform and the spectator stands, excited and still standing tall. =) I love all these activities!

Now, I am really motivated to start participating in such events. Maybe I shall just start training and run my first marathon next year. Now, I am still considering whether I should join the vertical marathon on the 11Nov. It seems that it would be a great experience. Hmm, how I wish all these events were FOC or come at a much lower price. Haha. Like I always say, and true enough, I’m Broke!!!

Anyway, did enjoy the day out especially with my unit guys. Not only that, I get to catch up with a lot of my ex platoon mates. Seeing them around were like meeting some really old friends (Despite we parted to different units not long before) haha.

This weekend was rather short. Mainly because of the AHM I guess. Plus, my course ended only on a Saturday noon. Normally in my unit, I get to book out on Friday. Spend rather little time with my dar. My apology my dear. Anyway, thank for the massage! It feel so good after running a long distance.

=) Got to go. Tml still got Highway Situation Problem test!.. Good Luck!!!

2007-08-22T18:32:00.000+08:00

kaoz.. an entry i type yesterday suddenly became an entry that is invisible. when i saw my blog just, it was an empty entry. I decided not to delete it and kept it as a memories. Haha.

This is just life. Sometime you spend so much time and effort doing, but it fruits nothing in the end. However, i love to think another way. Sometimes, it's the efforts that counts, and that people appreciate. (however, allows time to let them upset on the results first before remembering the efforts! as nonetheless, results are often the measurement of conclusion for most people)

Now, i'll just summarise all the things i wanted to blog yesterday. Fed-up! got to retype.. Anyway, lucky that I'm free these days. Yes, and that explain why i'm able to update my blog so frequent the past week. All thank to my bike course, i'm home every night. I love attending courses, as not only does it allows you to learn more, it not as stressful as you get to have more free times to do other stuffs. The past week, i been spending a lot of times with my family, especially my dajie. Go jogging, chit chat, makaning and stuffs. And of course, been typing entries like no body businesses. I guess the best things that happen to an officer is to go on course. Suddenly, it feel like my work loads disappeared in just a snap.

I ran to East Coast Park yesterday. Ran to the old hawker near bedok jetty before u-turning to take a rest at the cable-ski arena. Watching those guys cable-ski looks so fun. However, to me, i think it's too expensive to play it in Singapore. If i'm not wrong, the rate is around 30+ per hour and lower for the subsequent hours. (www.ski360degree.com) Hmm, guess if i've an opportunity and time in the future, i'll try that in Batam ba. It's around 80+ for the whole day la! (inclusive of the ferry services) Anyway, it felt so relax seeing them enjoying. The last time i really felt damn relax was when i'm in secondary school. Without any worries, do not need to care about the issue of money and other things. How i wish the times when you are enjoying doing something you love can be played in slow-motion. I really miss East Coast Park now that i often jog there. Seeing people roller-blading, cable-skidding really make me feel that Singapore at least isn't that hectic. But these are happenings in the night. Once in the day, Singapore become active again!

I jogged around 10-12 km yesterday. And this coming sunday, I got to run army half marathon. 21km, and yet, i have not even ONCE, did that before. The most i ran till now is only 16km. Wonder if i can take the distance.

Ok, gonna go eat my second round of dinner le.. freaking hungry la!!!

2007-08-21T23:14:00.000+08:00

2007-08-20T23:17:00.000+08:00

Perfect start to the English Premiership League. What else more can i ask for. Newcastle among the top, man utd among the bottom. Lolx. Not that I really dislike man utd to the max. but is just that i don't really like them eversince young. Another team that i love, Arsenal isn't doing too bad also. At least they still perform and play attractive soccer without Henry.

Today, I score a perfect score 50/50 for my bike riding Highway Code theory. Quite cleaver right, I knew i'm always am! haha.. Just kidding, how to not score when they give us 350 questions to do, and to do it at least twice.

Soon I'll have my military Class 2B, I wont be going for the civilian Class 2B. Reason? Simply because I do not really have a lot of interest in getting a bike in the future or riding one after i ORD. However, if possible and if my financial status allow me to, I will take my Class 3 while studying in NTU in future. Got so much things to pay for. Hai, I'm BROKE!!!

Anyway, whenever i tell someone i'm going to study Accountancy in NTU, it seems that the question mark sign suddenly appear on top of their head. There are a few reasons why I decided to choose this course. A lot of people always straight away come to the conclusion that it's bored or whatsoever. However in learning, there are bound to be stuffs that you prefer, and things that you do not like. Each have their own likings. However, if you put in the effort or show interests in learning, the learning process are always pretty interesting. And I repeat, that is if you show that you are interested in learning, and of course, undeniable, there are of course some other factors that may affect your learning curve.

To me, i think i love accounting. Yes, it might be bored at times, but it could be interesting at other times. Sometimes, it's so hard to learn, but i just love the challenge, the difficulties in balancing, or to audit accurately other people's accounts. For me, luckily i got a few good lecturers during my poly days to help me through the years. Most of which have guided me in getting good grades and allows me in understanding stuff that i could have never been able to understand. Of course another factor that I went into NTU is the accounting background and basics that i already possesses.

So anyway, accountancy isn't that bad. It's more of a influences by others. People keep saying it bored, of course without going through it, you will already felt bored. Even if you go through, you might find it bored, but like i say, different people have different likings. (of course what i'm saying doesn't apply only to accountancy, but any other courses) =)

Last, I really enjoying my bike course! Updates on it next time..Guess i got more interesting things to share when i learn about those balancing stuff. And before I forget,

Dardar, don't be so stress up on your studies. Take all that are coming with a much lighter heart and you might feel more relax. It's no use stressing. Remember! Anyway, all those courses could be well beneficial for your future, so do take up more and enjoy k. I apologise for unable to accompany you many a times, but quote the phrase from "Honour and Passion"

as long as our heart are together with each other... ...

Regards
(For who so ever, remember the gathering this sat (poly) and sun (tango!) )

2007-08-16T21:27:00.000+08:00

i never knew that riding bike could be so fun. I always have some prejudice against riding bikes as it was pretty dangerous to travel around with one. As for taking licences, I planned to take it when i'm older as my financial status doesn't allow me to do so. As I always insist, I do not want to use money from others or take my family for granted and not repay them if i borrowed.

Okie, back to the topic of riding, very soon, I'll have two licences. One is my armoured vehicle, and the other one being the bike after i have completed the course in Sept 13. I'm actually quite excited and look forwards for the bike instead of worrying about riding it. Haha, weird of me as i'm always this contradicting.

Now, I shall start promoting army. Haha, anyway, i think that the LIVE that army is promoting is pretty true. It really about Leadership & Learning, Image & Identity, Values, Experience.

I shall just talk about Values and Experience. SAF talks about the 7 core values. But if you have really think about it, all the values are very much relevant to the things we does. As for Experience, i guess i got a lot more to talk. If i will to talk about all my experiences i had in the army, I guess i will never stop. Haha. First, NS liability allows all of us to realise how important our family are to us, how much we miss them (and of course friends and favourites included). Second, you get to travel. Yes, it might be still trainings, but you get to experience a new training environments, not to talk about the R & R. Really miss the time in taipei, and yes, the experience of being sting by bees in brunei... ... Lastly, the experience of trying and learning new stuff. New stuff that might not even have the chance to do so even if you want to. Not to mention driving an armoured vehicle and a yamaha bike..

Anyway, yesterday entry i left out on the Jay movie - Secret. Recommend to watch , 4 out of 5 star. Good debut, considered he is a singer. Also, the little details that Jay so especially notice. I din't know if my sis din't tell me. Like why sometimes jay can see the girl and sometimes cant. why the other girl can see her and why at other times no. Or even the cleaner. =)

Lastly, on my Army Half Marathon. This will be my first half marathon and i'm really looking forward to it. I believe that it will be pretty tough but i'm gonna do my best! Now that I'm learning bike, i cant run with my unit. The last time i ran was 14km. I'm still short of 7km. Got to run myself these days. Adrian target : Full marathon by my second year of uni. 2yr ++ more!

2007-08-15T19:07:00.000+08:00

Too busy or too lazy?

More often than not, you will hear people saying "busy la" Have you ever thought about it, if you are the one saying, are you really that busy? I'm referring to myself about writing an entry for the blog.

Truthfully, i'm really busy these days, especially when i'm in camp. Documents never fail to pile on my desk. Some stupid people can even saythat I'm carefree as I only have commanders under me. However, they din't experience before how it's like to be the only YSL in the WHOLE company. As for the weekend, i guess it's my plain lazy nature that resulted in such low frequent updates. I always spend the weekend afternoon and evening with my love ones, and then seduced by DOTA late at night. Yes, i'm playful but that does not overtake the priority of you, my dear! don't be jealous la.. it's just a game.

$1 hundred!!!

That was the figure I saw on my handphone BILL!!!! Shit man, i've forgotten how long ago i saw this figure in my bill. I think the last time i saw it was when i'm in 2nd year poly. 2 years!! See, i told a lot of you guys out there the salary of an Officer is not easily earn!!!! Spend near to $1k for my commissioning dinner and now, have to make high frequency number of calls everyday in the course of working.

I must really start to save. I'm going to start repaying my sis CPF $500 per month. Plus own expenses and grocery shopping, my wallet really going to become empty soon. So, please dardar, help me control and anyone seeing me spending unneccessary, PLEASE STOP ME!!!

Recent (or not so recent, you decide) happenings

Let's start when I stopped the last time.

That weekend, think is 30 June, we went to catch the NDP combined rehearsal 2. It was quite disappointed as most of the shows were "SIMULATED" It's not anything near to the actual show. Anyway, i should still thank ah Lin for giving me the tickets.

The following weekend, went to Sentosa with nana. Hmm, this time round, we did things that are not so common for the locals. We went to lots of attractions (Pics can go nana blog see!) unlike the normal tanning and beach vollyball or soccer or whatsoever. Did enjoy myself a lot that day. Now talking about Sentosa, I miss one of my poly class chalet! Remembering that that was the best time i had with many of my poly classmates.

After the sentosa enjoyment, I was rather busy with my camp stuff. Got to do all the plannings, prepare for trainnings and at the same time, help out for the Army Open House. Even my birthday was not spared. I have to conduct and go outfield with my scout platoon on the 7 and 8 Aug 2008. Luckily i was greeted by a few friends, my sis and dear msg and a birthday song by my scout platoon at the very LAST minute of my bday. At least that brighten my day for awhile.

This year, a lot of belated birthday messenges were received. And of course, a lot fewer sent. But still, I thank those who drop me a msg. =) and thank dar for ur "MAN OF STEEL" haha

Okie, last article to talk about: my Class2b bike course. I will be on course till 13Sept for my bike course. I know riding bike is dangerous, but i'm a scout! =) i do not know if i'll enjoy riding, but i guess i will be doing it quite often, especially outfield. So *hope* and *pray* for myself it will be fun and danger-less!

Long enough entry le, must go watch tv soon liao.. ARMY!!!

Regards

2007-06-27T22:32:00.000+08:00

Just watched "Initial D" again recently and am so mesmerize by this very song - Gloves 2 Ali 豆腐宅急便

Do not really know what catches my attention but I find that the song is some kind of smoothing
So I decided to just put this song in the blog and include the lyric. Here goes the lyric . . .

I float like a butterfly, sting like a bee Keys
to the ignition are like gloves to Ali To and fro,
water in the sea, the sunrise [twilight] is my Peace

I ride the distance, nature in me
Nirvana coming through, with my delivery 2 & fro,
mountains and sea, the twilight sets me free

2007-06-23T23:33:00.000+08:00

Nothing much to blog these days, so just to backdate onto my commissioning parade and my commisioning ball.

First on my commisioning parade, as I had somewhat talk about it in the previous post, i shall just post some photos as memories

Armour Contingent!

2LT Adrian Lim.. Finally!

Me and my love ones!

And last but not least...

Ok, now on my commissioning ball. It was held in Goodwood Park Hotel on 11June, 2 days after my parade. The dinner was acceptable, the MC was good and I think the committees done quite a good job. Thank them for the effort. Anyway, paid 500 odd for the entry. Haha, was damn freaking expensive as this batch had only 45 of us commissioned. Hmm, everyone looks good that day, especially my dar la.. chio bu.. anyway, I'be missing the rest of them. Hope everyone will have a smooth and enjoying journey in their respective units..

Nana me and Goodwood Park

Newly commissioned Officer (NCO)

My Chio Bu

Nana love this pic!

2007-06-10T22:07:00.000+08:00

Yesterday 9June2007 marks another important milestone of my life. It's the day where 45of the armour CADETS transform into armour OFFICERS, through a parade we had worked so hard for it representing the past 21weeks of tough-going training we suffered.

I remember vividly the day I stepped into gedong camp with Aaron Derrick. Thinking back, it just seemed like we entered the School of Armour last week. So many things had happened and I guess I going to miss all those days I had. Despite countless of sleepless night, forever-lasting of maintenance and immeasurable of tedious trainings we had, I enjoyed the companionship and cherish the times we go through everythings together. Of course, I'm also proud to be one who wear the Black Beret. 01/07 AOCC and 65/06 OCC - I LOVING IT!

Anyway, I was rather disappointed on our performance. Armour contingent did not really commit any major mistake, but overall, the parade doesn't look as great from my perspective.
A big thank to my MOM, Da Jie, Er Jie, Shan and my Nana. Thank for attending my parade. and not forgetting the weather. Despite no rainbow unlike the last 2 rehearsals, the weather were nice to us, stop raining at the right time.

Lastly, lets talk on my posting. I'm posted to ARMOURED SCOUT. Most of my friends went to be AI or Tankee PC, but me, an Scout PC?? Thank to whoever recommending me to that position, or just the manpower officer, and now, I am rather confuse what am I going to do, what should I do and what I must do.

Ok, going to pack for my tml stuff.. again, I'm GONE

2007-06-04T06:20:00.000+08:00

Hmm, finally i got time to blog..

Now back in Safti MI, preparing for my commissioning parade, so guess its much more relax than I'm in Armour camp.. Heex.. am real excited to get commission soon but that come with great responsibility too. Anyway, should not touch a lot on my army such, just in camp i leak any information out.. haha..

One year passed, and now I'm left with one more year.. Hopefully it would be damn fast and I be able to go back to studies!! Its always the best to be student, I truefully believe.. haha..

So many things had happened the last few months but did not really find the time to blog, sorry guys, but what to do, I'm going through one demanding course so as to become a stronger person..

Looking forward to this Saturday, Please let it come sooooon....

2006-12-12T22:27:00.000+08:00

counting down to 9 more days
and i be off to a new environment
I wonder where it will be

anyway, there isn't much programme left for service term
and here i am, doing nothing
just browsing through the internet and decided to update my blog

still considering my choice but i guess for now, its ACCOUNTANCY for me
really wish to obtain some kind of scholarship/ bonds
so that I need not worry much about any financial issue

IRAS, PwC and MAS are companies or organisation which I intent to apply the scholarship/bonds from
and not to forget, the prestigous Nayang Scholarship
but it's really up to them to make a decision
whether to accept my application or not

I am also rather disappointed with companies with policy that
scholarship are only applicable to 'A' level graduates
Often I wonder why the reason for these kind of policy
Is it a great deal of different between 'A' level and diploma holder???

But nevermind, at least there are still companies that allows diploma holder to apply for their scholarship and I really do appreciate it

Ya, by the way, I just came back from soccer to continue blogging..
haha, as mentioned, life has been much more relax now as end of service term is nearing
and really did enjoy myself (despite not beening able to play well)
and guess if there is next time,
I would play basketball (Cos I really haven been playing since ....)

Touching on my long long weekend, finally i really felt that I had a WEEKEND
haha, at least I could spent the whole sunday out with my dear (without having to book-in in the night), despite playing dota the night long after twelve...
Did alot of shopping and bought clothes for my social night
and now, I really need to SAVE!!!

I'm really spending my salary like no one business
and if I continue this, haha, I wonder how my university life would be like~

Oh by the way, (last), dear, you really look damn CHIO yesterday lorx~!!!
looking forward to this saturday

2006-12-06T13:31:00.000+08:00

I remember around this day last month, I updated my blog on my patrol field camp
Now, I'm just back from my platoon field camp (my last field camp with TANGO)

This field camp have really tired me out
Just do not know why after being CPS, I become so stress up
This field camp alone, about five main exercises we did
and four of which, I was given appointment

Harbouring - Platoon Commander (PC)
Attack - Runner (Take over as PC towards the end as he was pronounced a casulty)
Defence (Deployment) - Platoon Commander
Defence (Conduct of battle) - Runner

Hell of a whole man.. hahaha

Anyway, I fell sick this time round.
On the second day morning, I already felt that I contacted heat rash
worst still, while doing my platoon drills, I got bitten by red ants
it really hurt my back that I even CRIED!! hell of a pain.. haha
The pain on my back continue till the end but to add on,
I fell sick, specifically, having headache on the day we have to dig our trenches
I did not want to report sick, out of three reasons
(1) I believe that I am able to carry on
(2) I do not want people to think that I am "Geng"
(3) I do not bear to allow my fellow platoon mates to dig all by themselve
The rest, I guess, its history. Everything that normally happen in field camps happened.

Two more weeks and I be leaving TANGO. all these places in the many stages of my life really have create such sweet and wonderful memories. Despite some unhappy incidents, what is utmost important is that we still carry on together, enjoying and suffering together..

Guess I be really missing TANGO wing. . .

2006-11-21T19:57:00.000+08:00

I'm starting to feel the tension of what a normal CPS would felt

As days goes by, and as the number of days I acted as the CPS increases,
more responsibilities and larger loads are on my freaking weakling shoulders.
Unknowingly, I felt more stress
and felt that I have not really been the usual carefree me as before I am (a CPS)

I remember this phrase vividly
"how you treat people, they will treat you the same back"
or put into nicer sentence
"how people treat you is a reflection of how you treat people"

I always hated to be rush by other people,
but guess what, that is what I have been doing almost every now and then

hai` really do not know what i should do exactly
I should have step into the previous CPSes' shoe
and should have long ago realise that its their duty to hurry us
but now, i really understand how difficult a position they will

Many a times, you only realise things when you were THE ONE
(similar to when you only realise how important things were, after they were lost)

I asked my buddy last night on his comment on my performance,
he told me that I discharge my duty well
and that really lifted me up alot

but I wonder how the rest of my platoon mates rate me
(hopefully not too bad)
hopefully they wasn't too bad to me! (haha)

anyway, i really enjoy their accompany
and hope that everyone are superly happy with the way i discharge my duty
and that I did help everyone to improve, as a platoon,
when the time come, when i hand over my duty.

How to be a happy couple

2006-11-21T19:18:00.000+08:00

10 steps for couple to enjoying each other better. . .

1. Be realistic about each other.
Don't try to turn ur partner into something he or she is not. Let's face it, guys-there's only 1 Pamela Anderson in the world, and even she has had her implants removed! Give ur gal a break and understand that her physical appearance is NOT going to change overnite with the help of a few facials ! or treat ments. And ladies, Brad Pitt has already been taken, so u're gonna have to do with what ur guy is like! Chill out, love each other for what u are. There is more to ur partner than what meets the eye.

2. Always talk things out.
Now guys, I know this is not ur fave pastime or mode of resolving issues, but u know what? This works with the gals. Don't make assumptions about each other's feelings. Learn to xpress urself better so that ur partner undrstands what u're angry about, or hurt about, or even happy about! When u stop talking to each other from the heart, it's the beginning of the end.

3. Do stuff together.
Make an effort to do things together. Do some sports or involve urselves in some shared activities; something both of u enjoy or are interested in. It could be as simple as watching movies together, or jus strolling hand-in-hand down Orchard Road. Watch soccor with him once in a while though the green patch on TV puts u to sleep in 3 seconds. And guys, do give in if ur gal asks for another day at window-shopping, rather than suggest that she go out with her girlfriends for "that sort of activities" instead. If u're spending more time with ur friends rather than with ur partner, it's a warning sign that u're drifting apart!!!

4. Meet each other halfway.
If he agrees to throw out that rotten T-shirt with the "The_Rock" print, u shouldn't kick up much of a fuss if he asks u to keep ur room tidy. There's gotta be a little giving and taking in a relationship, so learn to meet each other halfway.

5.Show ur love
Buy her flowers or candy or perfume everynow and then, even if u have been together for 5years. It's wonderful to continue showing someone that u care for him or her. Cook him a special meal, paint him a Valentine's Day card. Knit him mini-socks he can't wear ( like for decoration purposes => ), buy him a packet of milk for breakfast, or pack his wardrobe for him...so he knows u can still be romantic and loving despite having been together for quite a while.

6. Respect each other.
Stop making jokes about her hair or skin, or whatever it is u love to laugh at. Ask urself if she thinks if its funny. And if he has an inferiority complex about his height, stop ogling at tall guys and make him feel worse! Love is about respecting each other's feelings and being sensitive to each other at all times.

7. Bury the past.
Stop bringing up the past. Gals..don't bring up the happy things about u and ur ex to ur guy, it would jus make him jealous or unhappy. And guys, don't talk about the happy times that u had with ur ex or mention about her in ur every other sentence as it would make ur gal feel un-happy and she might think that u saying all this b'cos u are gonna get back with ur ex or not interested in her anymore.< /P>

8. Sit on ur jealousy.
All of us go thru' spells of insecurity at the beginning of the relationship, but don't translate that insecurity into jealousy. If u're gonna go through ur partner's mail and cupboard, and eavesdropping on conversations, u know something is wrong - with u!!! Jealousy is like a poison that slowly spreads thru' the relationship before finally killing it. Trust ur partner; love has to have trust in it.

9. Keep ur commitments to each other.
If ur partner is standing u up all the time and cancelling dates and breaking promises, u need to talk! If u're in a relationship, make ur partner ur priority and don't disappoint them if u can help it. It's really terrible when someone promises to take u to dinner, and then calls to cancel it. Don't make promises u can't keep. If ur partner starts to feel that he/she is not important enough to u, u may jus lose him/her.

10. Be honest.
Honesty is not scowling at how awful she looks first thing in the morning, or telling him that he has the biceps of a fly~! When we say "be honest", we mean expressing ur feelings clearly, not being bitingly cruel. When u're hurt, say so, and when u're angry, tell him/her, w/o getting hysterical. If u can't be honest with ur partner, who can u be honest with? æ Love is also about honesty, and a relationship where no honesty exists probabl! y isn't worth it!

Perfectly agree with most of these things
(but of course not everything)
but let's not really argue about it
as it is really a good guide for many couples

now that I'm in camp,
and often are so craze with dota,
and body maintanence (sleep) too
always neglect my love one (nana)
hope that you wont really mind about it
cos no matter what,
you are really someone no matter what,
i'm always comfortable with
and always happy being with

Happy OCS

2006-11-17T21:26:00.000+08:00

Not too long ago, I attained a Gold in my IPPT
Not too long after that, I achieved my best record in SOC (8.39)
and just yesterday, I was appointed the Cadet Platoon Sergent (CPS) of my platoon

This post is often associated with extra, extra and more extraSSSSS!!
and that more often than not, the previous CPS are often too kan-chong
(despite that they did very well in that particular appointment)
But I do not really care about rushing everyone (cos I'm one who don't always rush)
neither do I really worry about getting extra (as i knew it will come eventually)

However being in this very position, I did tried to wake up early (4.30am)
but ended up sleeping till 5am!!! (bear in mind, its still damn early)
Guess that the responsibility is now greater
and that I do not to disappoint anyone
or do i wish to result in any poor disciplinary in our platoon.
I just tried and will try my best. . .

Anyway, today I am real proud of my platoon
and also damn fleaking happy.

We did a platoon-effort area cleaning.
A simple thing but yet if the whole platoon did it together
It become meaningful

Hopefully, they will remain to be like this (do not really know how to describle)
and that we have fun together like this till we part. . .

2006-11-12T21:50:00.000+08:00

And here I'm back again, from field camp!

Nothing exciting happened during this field camp,
except for
some bites from Red horny ants,
some never-ending CAS-EVAC exercise,
and forever endless cleaning tasks (rifle & area cleaning)!!!

Did nothing much during this weekend.
But glad that I was able to spend time with both my family and girlfriend.
Did defaulter's parade before booking-out (quite funny thou)
headed home the first thing and fell asleep soon after
woke up and decided to eat steamboat with my family at bugis
my girlfriend joined as my mom wanted her to
send her home and dota-ing the whole night.

This few weekends, wont be going out much,
I be just accompanying my dear at her home,
as she have to study for her upcoming exam.

Just want to take this chance to tell you (my dear) that,
despite I'm always dota-ing,
you're still my priority.

And also. . .
I know you're stress about your school.
Be it projects or the upcoming examination,
you have to be strong and brace through it.

It is pointless to keep worrying (like i always say)
but instead,
thinking how to overcome it is much more helpful.
Worrying and thinking are two different article.
Worrying causes you to be stress, while
thinking helps you to plan ahead.

Try not to worry so much, but if you do
always remember you have me, morally beside you,
my dear...

2006-11-08T08:16:00.000+08:00

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I'm really deprived of sleep!!

And once again, here it come again
Field camp again

2006-11-01T18:57:00.000+08:00

I'm now in a really foul mood!!!
Supposedly, OCS is to train officer cadet into future Officer, into a true leader.
But what is a leader without the most basic element of a human being, INTEGRITY...

By dictionary.com, Integrity is adherence to moral and ethical principles;
soundness of moral character.
To me, it is to be true to your ownself. Be responsible for every actions of yours.

I am damn pissed off with my section now. ( to be precise, just that someone!!)

When I first transfer to section 3 (my present section), I was rather happy as I feel that I fit into section 3 more comfortably than when I was in section 1.

Despite being more confort here, Section 3 is always exceptionally well-known for all the bullshits in Tango wing.
We were named the "pineapple" section,
"holan" badly for our navigation &
famous for carrying LAW tube around!

But all these to me means little.
What most important I felt is that we admitted our mistakes and accept whatever punishments were given to us.

What really have piss (realised I wrote without a "ED" after the piss, cause I am still damn bloody DISAPPOINTED with the one person) me off is one incident that just happened.
Our section (Yes and again, our section) did some stupidity thing again!! Losing some caps and yet refuse to own up. I am very sure that person who dropped it knew it (or not 100% sure is not him).

Anyway, my good buddy wanted to take up the responsibility in the first place, but I prevented.
I am very sure it was not him.

All I wanted was that person to own up his own mistake.
I do not want our section to be look upon as a dishonest and all those bloody bullshit section.
But I guess, eventually, no one will still own up cause this fuck-up section have no INTEGRITY at all.. This will be how all the Tango wing ppl look at us ba..

I AM DAMN FREAKING BLOODY DISAPPOINTED... HOW CAN THIS KIND OF PERSON WITHOUT INTEGRITY COME INTO OCS

2006-10-22T15:00:00.000+08:00

Here it come, long weekend!!
Was looking forward for this 4 days off away from OCS.
Needless to say, the trainings were tough,
the schedules were packed and,
the admin. time were getting shorter each day!!!

Hmm, I should not touch on so much about army life! just to play safe..
I have no real idea what we can posted online and what we cannot.
This mean that I can only update on stuff I that I did during my SHORT period of booking out!

Booked out at 6.30pm on friday
Went to JP's Mos Burger to fill my empty stomach
Only managed to reach home about 9++
Just slacked around before I fell asleep!

The next morning, woke up at 8++
Wanted to wake up very late, as I'm really lacking SLEEP in OCS
but guess I'm used to waking up damn early
Took an 1/2 hr jog around my housing estate
Went out with dar to watch WTC and to makan sushi
Played Dota till 3++

The following morning (This morning)
Woke up at 8++
Played soccer with ah lin they all till 2hr ago!
Now here I am, Blogging..

Hmm, Nothing much, life is so dull for me now, trainings and trainings, follow by lectures and lectures then outfield and outfield...
Can I request for more admin time and admin time..
Pls allow us more rest and give us more entertainment..
haha, I guess I will get it in my dream..
Wanna rest now, later gona go meet my platoon mates for MAKAN session..
DURIANS, here I come!!!!

2006-10-10T19:47:00.000+08:00

Finally, I got the time to blog! Last weekend was my first book-out eversince I came into OCS. It was extremely SHORT! Happiness are always short-lived!! Did nothing much, just had a simple gathering with my poly clique and nana...

Life in OCS (till this moment) were quite nice. Nothing went extremely wrong and guess we people here are able to get along rather well. Did some shifting recently, as the mids and airforce cadets had all left us to their respective wings. Now, I'm sharing the room with KYLE!! One of my taurus company's mate. Stress man, I'm so physically unfit whereas he is just the opposite!

Anyway, I love and of course am proud to be in OCS. But at the same time, I really miss the civilian life out there! McDonald, LJS, Basketball, Dota, my mom, sis, friends and my dear!!!

Counting down to 34 more weeks, Plsssss I want to be COMMISSIONED ssooooon!!!!

2006-09-17T23:24:00.000+08:00

This entry is ESPECIALLY pen-ed down for my beloved dear!

Happy Birthday to You,
Happy Birthday to You,
Happy Birthday to Nana,
Happy Birthday to You!

Dear, first of all, I apologise for not being able to celebrate your birthday with you on the exact date. Sorry. Despite this, I hope that you have enjoyed yourself on sunday (today 17Sept). At least a lot of people helped you in celebrating your 21st birthday.

I knew that you want to remain forever nine years old, but the thrashing truth is that your adult journey starts here. Haha.. But it's alright, as long as you're always 9 years old at heart, then you "will" be one. =)

I wish you the best in our relationship and in your kinship(s), friendship(s) and most importantly for now, your studies.

Last and again, HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY!!!

Love you always,
Adrian

2006-09-16T01:09:00.000+08:00

I was asked why did couple quarrel. I wasn't sure if my answer was correct, but that was my pure opinion. There were so many reasons why a pair of couple would quarrel. However, regardless of what reason, in my opinion, I believe quarrels do bring couple closer together. Of course I'm not suggesting that couple should always quarrel, but I feel that as long as one party is unhappy, he or she should just bring up the matter. The longer the problem was kept, the greater the impact when the timebomb explode.

Anyway, I was not in a good position to help yanchun to make a decision. All I can do is to give him my opinion. No matter what happen to him, I wish him happy always. YC, if you're reading, just want to tell you that sometime if the other party do not want to carry on, you have to let it go. Despite a temporary sorrowness, I believe it will give you a long-term happiness in future. Why bother to care when the other do not bother.

Anyway, got my NS posting today. I was rather surprise yet excited when I found that I got into Officer Cadet School (OCS). I knew that this path will be difficult, but I will work hard on it, especially on my physical element. Oh ya, I should thank whoever who in any way (directly or indirectly) helped me in getting into OCS. THANK YOU!

Did alot of catching up with both my dear and friends. When to Boon Lay yesterday with my dear to have dinner at Pizza Hut. Today, got to meet up with my secondary classmates (including yan chun!) and really chatted a lot (obviously mostly about NS stuffs).

To nana, I do not know if I'll have a lot of time for you, but no matter what, as long as we two remain focus on each other, nothing will come in between us. Not the period that we could not see each other, or even the number of times that I could not talk to you on phone. The life of National Service is like this, and we both have already expected it to be. It's all right, meanwhile, it's a good opportunity for you to totally concentrate on your studies and for us to cherish each other more as we wont be able to hang out as often as in polytechnic. =)

Gonna miss everyone soon (especially nana). But Jia You adrian!!!

Basic Military Training (BMT)

2006-09-12T19:51:00.000+08:00

Yeah finally, 1) end of my Basic Military Training(BMT) 2) here come my block-leave 3) I'm able to update my blog. Had my Graduation Parade (GP, a new term for Pass-Out-Parade) last tuesday and will be free from army till this coming monday.

I shall talk about the many experiences I been through during BMT.

BMT, is a phase where all boys have to go through it (not including those few exceptions). A lot of people say that it is a phase where "boy become man". To some extent, I agree with. This whole experience in Tekong was quite enriching for me. It's rather difficult to express the whole thing in words, I guess that precious experience had to be physically gone through. Then, will one know how beneficial the BMT is to a guy.

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My Situation test was on the 21st and 22nd of August, 2006. The test was directed to allows all recruits to showcase their leadership skills. It's one of the decisive factor in choosing potential leaders for the SAF (i.e. to say, Command School Wannabe). I guess I had performed well in my group throughout the 2days (which consists of a total of 12stations), except in one station. Hell, and that one station which I failed to impress was the one which supposedly, I SHOULD HAVE! It was a test where I was handed the role of the leader. I wrongly interpreted the objective of the mission and caused the team to almost fail the mission. Anyway, I was quite satisfied with my own performance in overall, and, I did enjoy myself a lot during these two days. It was fun!

Just the week before my Situation test, I had my 7 days field camp. This field camp was probably one of the most dirtiest thing I had ever gone through before. Why did I say that. 1 bath in 7 days. Okie, to be specific, 1 water bath in 7 days! Other than on the forth day, we were only allowed to use powder, acting as water for our "bath". Yucks right! After the field camp, I realised I had contracted HEAT RASHES (Evidence to support my claim on how UNHYGIENIC the field camp was). This was the first time I had rashes in my whole life. Hell man. I could have recovered from the rashes earlier, if not for another two days of "bath-less" situation test. The rashes only disappeared a week after my Situation test.

Took my IPPT on the 26th August, 2006 morning, before I book-out in the noon. I managed to achieve a silver. Despite getting all 5 points for all the 5 stations, my 2.4km timing was not fast enough for me to get a GOLD. SAF required a under 9.45min 2.4km run's timing for a GOLD. I only managed 10.14min. A whopping half a miinute behind the required time. It's alright anyway, I was contented that I got at least a Silver (achieving my section's objective - everyone in the section to at least obtain a Silver in IPPT).

Had my 16km route march on the 28th. It wasn't as tired as I first imagined it to be. I felt less tired than the 12km one de facto. Lesser people fell out during or after the march as compared to the 12km one. The highlight of the march was definitely indescribable. At the last part of our march (within 4km from our destination), all our morale were raised, raised to an extend where I had never ever felt before, or i should say, to one's pinnacle where it cannot never be any higher. The feeling was great. I guess everyone else were motivated to complete the next 24km route march, so as to able to experience that kind of morale again.

By the way, all these events (above) until the 30th August was first pen-ed down in my SAF notebook on the 30th August 2006. I was throwing my hand grenade test then and at that very moment, wrote all these while waiting for my turn to get into the live range.

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Okie, shall stop here. Till then, Cya

Graduation

2006-07-07T00:27:00.000+08:00

Yesterday, just went back to Auto Touch to meet up with some of my close colleagues and to repay the half day work to the company. Anyway, I still disagrees with the repayment. Afterall, I was their staff before (my colleagues agreed with me).

After that, I went to meet nana for dinner. It was our 20th month anniversary. We dint celebrate every months. However, because I am due for NS tomorrow, we decided to spent the day with each other. Had our dinner at Fish & Co. and just walked around orchard.

I guess the highlight of this whole month finally arrived today. It's my SP Graduation Day!!! Did have a lot of fun. Those who did not make it, you really miss a great occasion.

Most of us agreed to meet earlier to take some pictures before the commencement of the ceremony. Reached about 3.30pm and saw David on my way out of the train. Well, he become skinnier but rather smart in his forest-camoflage uniform. Followed, nana and me went to the KFC to meet ah Lin and Pauline. Meanwhile, Bing Hui message to say he could not make it. Hai` most of my normal group people did not make it for the ceremony, except for Derrick and David. Soon after meeting the rest of my classmates, we were all asked to be seated. Did not have much chances to take pictures anyway. Hmm well, the top student went to MeiXia as expected. She got 34distinctions & A out of the 35 modules studied. But not bad for my IAP group, we were also awarded CPA Australia award. My IAP group came out top in this year cohort, so proud to be working with SaiWeng, SeauHong & Nana. =)

After the ceremony ended, my family and me were directed to the VIP section. Haha, I was one of the luckier student I guess. Only students with awards and that their secondary school's representative arrived too were allowed to the VIP section. Thank Mr Shawn Goh arrived. Anyway, I was the first student to take pictures there. And guess with who? With my SP principal!! I dint even talk to him before and the next time i knew, he was beside me, both of us smiling at the camera.

I had a chat with Mr Shawn Goh, as well as Mrs Lee Tan Lin. Then, I rushed down to find the rest and took a couple more photos. I guess I will really miss my polytechnic time, whenever I came across these photos. Ok, shall post these pictures, but I'm just not PHOTOGENIC!

Brother Derrick (See, this is what i call Photogenic. He always am)

Nana, SeauHong, Pauline, BeeLing, Khine and Derrick (So nice in formal)

Nana (always look so great in formal)

Mr Shawn Goh (still so glad he attended!)

Mrs Lee Tan-Lin (always got "fan" by my part A-Z question)

My Secondary classmates. Because of them, I'm in SP Accountancy. But no REGRET!

My IAP group. Well Sai Weng could not attend. Strong group, beware!! =)

Anyway, tml will be my enlisting day. Hmm, got to miss a lot of people, especially nana. Anyway, whoever reading this, do take care k. See ya!

2006-07-02T20:04:00.001+08:00

5 more days and I will step onto another step of my life's staircase. I will miss my friends, family and my dardar definitely. But guess there is nothing much I can do. All I can do is to spent more time with them now, before I step onto this new stage.

I ended my work at Auto Touch Credit. I was previously told by Venus that all staff are entitled to a half-day off (because the night before was the company D&D at Fullerton Hotel). So I left Ubi at about 1 and went to meet Shan, Bing and Nana at Orchard. On my way in train, Venus called. She say that she just heard from the Accounts Head that Temp staff were not given that half-day benefit. What the Hell!!! The people I worked with at Auto Touch were all treating me quite good, but I have to say that their systems (HR, Accounts, etc) were really poorly-structured.

Anyway, it is impossible for me to absent from the outing at that last minute, so I just told Venus that I'm not going back. Now, I have to repay the Company $32. It is not a huge amount, but I mean, it is them who earlier told me I needed to work only half-day on that day. It's against one principle!!.. Anyway, negative things aside. That day, we had our lunch at Pasta Mania (Oh I could still enjoy my STUDENT benefit there - 30% off). Then, we went window shopping for awhile before catching "Just My Luck". Derrick joined us for the movie. Overall, I personally felt that the show was quite nice. Anyone reading this and have not seen the show, what are you waiting for?

Spend my day with my family yesterday. We went to "No Signboard" (Geylang branch) to eat. The meal was meant for my NS farewell dinner. My da jie brought along a camera, but forgot to utilise it. Anyway, the meal was damn filling. Just the four of us, we ordered 2 crabs, mussels, cold dish, vegetable and ribs. Obviously, the meal caused a small hole in my da jie wallet. Anyway, thank my da jie for that scrumptious meal.

Da jie and me decided to join her friends at Grapevine (Cafe bar & resturant at katong) to catch the England-Portugal match. The crowd was supporting the English team, but the small group of us go against the rest. LOLx. To me, England have some talent in Rooney, the double Cole, Terry, Gerrard and so forth, but they are often than not, OVER-RATED (no offence, dardar). The match was not that exciting, until portugal kept attacking in the later stage of the 2nd half. Beckham got substituted, Rooney got a red card for pushing C.Ronaldo slightly. From then, the rest were history.

The 2nd match, we decided to watch at home. Played a game of dota, before watching the Brazil-France match. France Beat Brazil. Anyway, Brazil deserved to lose. This world cup, they din't perform at all. Not even one match. So yesterday, the result of these two matches went against these two un-deserving teams.

Next, supposedly, we were to meet miss jasmine ang last friday. However, Miss ang SMS me earlier to ask us visit her when her baby Nicholas turn one month. Really could not wait any longer to see her but guess we have to. =)

Do not know if this will be my last post before my NS (most probably it will be). Anyway, now i will update pictures on my Bintan trip. Credit to Xue, Shan, ah Bing and Nana. I really enjoy myself a lot with this group. Thank to that trip, we are meeting regularly now.

As the saying goes, A picture means a thousand words. So I shall start my dozen of thousands essay now.

Boring I am, took this at the TM ferry terminal's canteen. 5 passports and our Mana Mana pass.

In the Ferry. Bye Singapore, Off to Bintan!

Finally, we stepped onto Bintan Island

Mana Mana Resort. Recommended by my Da Jie, was quite cheap (we have our budget though)

$150 person for 4D3N for two spacious rooms. Quite cheap right. They should pay me advertising fee. LOLx

I love this pic a lot. But ah Bing spoilt it "la"!

Our first dinner. Hmm, the food was average.

What is ah Bing doing? Goddness of Fruits?

Enjoy ourselves at the beach. Buried under sand. They cant move. haha

Hmm, 5 lifeguards. None were REAL!

Just 2nd day and we were all burn.

Burn Burn Burn...

Nana insisted on face lotion for me. I'm a GUY, beckham isnt...

Our Lunch at Mana Mana. Staff quite friendly. Again advertising for them.

At the seabay.

One straight line please. For? shade...

Before the start of our $240 meal. It includes

SHARK FINS

CRAB

FISH

CHICKEN
and scallop and erm.. I forgot. I guess Prawn 2.

The last day, shan decided to go for zoooooom... JET SK.

Xue brought her starfish she found. And back to the Bintan ocean again.

Pool while waiting for our bus.

And Last, Home Sweet Home. Will be looking back at this memorable memory often.

That all, till then, cya again.

2006-06-27T18:49:00.000+08:00

Less than 2 weeks and I will have to fully commit myself into NS. Luckily, we will just be confine for two weeks, I can't imagine if i got to stay in TEKONG for the whole 2 months. Got to miss my friends, family and my dear. Someone help me! LOLx, anyway, its just a routine guys have to go through.

Yeah, Miss Jasmine Ang have finally message me. My bloody handphone is under service again (3rd time within a month to be precise) and all my updated contacts were deleted. Hell, should have save Miss Ang phone number into my sim card. Anyway, I was so worried that she forgot to message me. She had her first child yesterday! I was damn happy for her, hmm shall visit her soon. By the way, for those who do not know Miss Ang, she was my poly lecturer (as well as tutor). She was my favourite lecturer and I can firmly say she is the best lecturer around in Singapore Polytechnic. As least because of her, I am able to do well in my diploma.

Went out with Derrick yesterday too. Just want to spent more time with people close to me before NS. Went to army market (lavender) to buy some stuff, but we both were unsure what we should get. So just got a few items and went for our dinner. As usual, chatted quite a bit before we went different way home.

Recently, there isn't much to update. Was doing the same things everyday and seldom meet up with the rest. Still have to wait to friday before get to meet my usual group. and hopefully by then, I will meet up with Miss Ang. Cant wait for my weekend!!!

Business

2006-06-23T10:29:00.000+08:00

I first joined Diploma in Accountancy purely because most of my sec. sch. friends joined DAC. Ah Lin, JunRong, Pauline and Weeling. Hmm, was not really sure what courses are available and have no specific courses that I wanted to get into. Therefore, i just did what Singaporean are excellent in, follow the crowd. Ok, luckily for me, I did alright for my Accounting course.

However, I feel that I will enjoy myself in Business Admin even more(of course that is always pros and cons.. 1 negative consequence is I might not be 2gether with nana if I got into BA). In my Accounting course, I always enjoyed studying all those business-related modules, such as Marketing and Finance. Fortunately, there are good lecturers teaching accounting-modules around(Miss Ang, Mrs Michelle Lee, Mr Yee..), so I guess my accounting-modules wasn't that bad.

Just want to talk about a thing which is so frequently seen, but does not know what it is exactly. The Straits Times Index (STI). Ya, have been "silly-ing" following the STI movements for quite sometime (nana will know it) but do not really know what it is. Except knowing that it is made up of 50 companies' shares. So badly-behave I am, I took some times during my work to do abit of small research on the STI. I admit I'm slacking, but who cares.

For those who do not know much about STI (calling myself), this is the place to know abit on STI.

The STI replaced the STII (Straits Times Industrial Index) on 31 August 1998. Oh hell, who cares about their history. Ok, STI actually represents Singapore Market. In another words, the index reflects the daily trading activity of stocks on the SGX (S'pore Exchange). It measures the shares of 50 largest listed companies in Singapore Stock Exchange. And index are normally dominated by the local government-linked companies. For example the STI, it consists of UOB, OUB, OCBC, SemCorp and SingPost.

Not only STI represents Singapore Market, it also reflects the performance of our country's economy in general.

The left graph shows the STI movements for about two decades. Just to show how the graph depicts the relationship between STI and the economy's performance. Remember 1998 Asian financial crisis, the asia performances were so bad that all countries were affected (mind you, not only asian). From the graph, the STI actually plunge to decade-low. The demands were especially low and inturn, caused the bad performance of our economy.

Another recent example. This is the movement of STI this year. See that high index (over 2600) in May06? Hmm, that was the period where our own General Election (5May) ended. Ya, Singapore won big, Everybody won (PM Goh quoted), then our STI on the next day was at the peak of the mountain. Expectation of our economy performance were high and thus, the high index. After that, it was history. High fuels was mainly to blame for that steep drop.

Hmm, anyway, if you still do not understand, just act like a pro (like i used to see in the TNP)and see whether STI increases or drops everyday . LOLx, and thats all. I miss studies. haha.

Anyway, if you all want to read more about the Singapore GE06 (i know its quite long ago, but no harm reading more news), can go to http://www.channelnewsasia.com/sge . Everythings about the GE were reported.

二零零六年六月二十日

2006-06-20T19:38:00.000+08:00

This will be my 2nd last week working in Auto Touch. Time passes so fast. Have been working there for almost 3 months and learnt doing both AP & AR (both are rather basic though). I was moved to an office last month. Supposedly, five of the accounts staff, including me were moved there. However, the other two part timers (a couple) were shifted back to the previous office and one quited. Left 2 of us in two office rooms. One each, so I was slacking quite much. Shall update on my workplace one day when I free.

By the way, during the day my da jie had her convocation (that was about 2years ago), We went to esplanade and padang in the morning to take some photo. Just wana comment on the fake background. We took a number of pictures. Most backgrounds were so fake that we always have a laught whenever we saw these pictures,

And lastly, my dear have just made a promise to me. I hope that she will really do what she promise as it will affect us (both now and in future). Haha, this post will be serve as an EVIDENCE.

二零零六年六月十九日

2006-06-19T10:17:00.000+08:00

Let me update on the FIFA world cup and allow me to take back my word. Ok, England stand a rather high chance to beat Brazil if they meet (if Brazil continue playing at this poor standard). Afterall, Brazil is not invincible. Watched the first half of Brazil-Aussie match and they were really under-performing. Two matches, three goals, and four balls played. Darek was saying that Brazil was playing each match with two balls. One FIFA addidas ball and the other one, RONALDO's BALL (to be specific, we are refering to his TUMMY). LOLx

We celebrated Ina birthday on Saturday. Met shan and dear at Orchard and were suppose to be buying cake, but ended up eating Old Chang Kee, sushi and some biscults. We waited for Darek, Xue and Ina for almost 1&1/2hours. We were all d*mn hungry so we decided to go to Sukura and reserve the seat first while waiting for them. This was only my second time eating at Sukura and the first one was couple of years ago. In this group, we often ate like how family have their dinner. A plate of rice for all and sharing plates of meats and vegs. It makes you feel so close to one another. We walked around after that before settling at Forum coffee beam. Hmm, finally got to try some tiramisu cake.

Something I hope that it will never happen just happened. Life is full of so much unexpected things. I thought I could always lead a peaceful mind, but no, I was wrong. Perheps I'm thinking too much again but I just dislike what is going on right now. Just need more time to get myself awake from these thinkings. Initiative is something really important in life. If things were to be done only after asking, it will be utterly meaningless.

By the way, I am getting more possessive. Oh hell. Someone help me!

二零零六年六月十四日

2006-06-14T09:56:00.000+08:00

DAC-03 was one of the intelligent and likeable class ever around. Always, we had the highest amount of students in Honour Roll and were praised by the lecturers and tutors. Eversince I got into the class, I found that this class was a challenging class to be in. I knew that I have to work really hard for me to survive in this hardworking yet nice environment. Just from their results, sometimes, I got worried by it. They were scoring so good grade and I was happily enjoying my CSCC activities. I knew results does not mean everything, and the process to that end result was (supposedly to be) the most enriching. Still, result blinded me.

Initially, we started off with 22 students. However, through 2 year of intensify studies, Darek decided to leave us. (Fortunate, we are still in contact). Ironically, we only managed to have one "whole-class" picture throughout our whole 3 years in Singpapore Poly. The rest were taken in smaller group. (This picture was the only one that I mentioned)

So I shall talk about every single soul in DAC-03 now [*wondering what will I feel when I read these in the future =)]

+Agnes+ She was a very happy-go-lucky girl, never failed to have a bright smile always. Although I did not have much chances to group with her, I can see that she was the very "ONz" type, who contributed a lot for her group.

+Avril+ DAC-03 "da jie da". She was our class rep. for 2 years. Always give in to me during conversation-argument and was forever early when meeting her. Remember she waited for almost 1 hour when we meet her at Queenstown MRT for chalet stuff.

+Bee Ling+ One of the braver girl I met. She isnt scare of cockroach!! (which i do). To me, she was a rather quiet girl and always hang out with pauline and kin Ying.

+Bing Hui+ Ah Bian!! A very energetic guy who plays so well in badminton. Can be the 2nd JunRong, never once never heard him speaking about girls. LOLx. Always every ONz de, so keen to have outing. A good boyfriend, base on judgement and his previous rship =)

+Chun Xue+ I think she's the most popular girl among the guys in our class. Everyone know she love "leaf" so much. She have a very good attitude towards studies. Wonder she still have her [SDR] dream, but once chatted with her quite often. A good friend.

+David+ Another one who is often early during outing. (but recently always late). With me, everything is anything. He always seem very relax and was always the first few to come out exam hall with me. His grade was nevertheless excellent. A thoughful guy.

+Darek+ I always cant catch his jooookes, But enjoy being with him (as a friend not gay though). Currently, hes in traffic police and have been hanging out with us quite often. To me, he have a wide knowledge and a Mr freedom guy.

+Derrick+ My best buddy. Our real friendship actually started only in year 2. He accompany me whenever i was down. He is another one who score well in his General Knowledge. He is rather gentle the way he speaks and love to meditate. Never fail to have girls admiring him. A Mr Nice "gentle"man.

+Hayati+ Most ppl called her "da jie" She love doing props (during my MOB n FOM group), even when we were in different group, she offered to help me to do. She wasnt one who complain about things. Keeping things to herself rather than explode out (it's so unlike me)

+Hui Min+ A very cute girl. Whenever I saw her, she only smile but seldom talk. Initially in year 1, she was rather quiet, until in the later part of poly life, then she began to chat with us.

+Hui Shan+ Rich girl! Just kidding.. She helped in her parent stall every weekend. So regular income i think. She is a very ONz girl 2. A very active girl who always went cycling, badminton, majong with the group of us. 4ever saying im LAME. Once, she say that among the guys, i was the only one who she think i'm like the DA GE (meaning taking care of the group). It almost make me fly above heaven...

+Ina+ Currently my "phoneline-map-service" user. One of the few girls who watch soccer and is a vivid Raul and Lampard fan. She speaks some sarcastic words but is definitely joking always. Unless you are her arc enermy or what, otherwise she treats you well either.

+Jannah+ My darling of course. Fell in love because the way she treated others. She is always friendly and helpful towards them. Have good debating skills, but often give in to me. I shall not talk 2 much about her, people will say me BIAS! but trust me, what im saying is true. She's caring, cute and blar blar blar.

+Juliet+ Another cute yet shy girl. Remember she always scratched her eyebrown whenever she's shy. She's always waiting for her BF after school at MRT, quite a nice gf i can say.

+Khine+ A girl who is quite ONz until year 3. Once, she thank me for giving my attention to her and nodding my head (not slping but i mean listening to her) during her presentation. Cause of this, she feel less stress. LOLx.

+Kin Ying+ Another very quiet girl who mingle with her Bee Ling and Pauline. She always look so calm and is strong in her language. During our RWPS presentation. WOW, she's excellence. She said and did nothing wrong at all. Her presentation was PERFECT!

+Melisse+ The most cleverest girl in the class. Choose BA over Accounting for her U. (but i must say BA is more suitable for her) Imagine during the exam period, she can still enjoy herself at the middle of the night and yet maintain her good grade!!! Fortunate, I wont be in the same class as her again (Stress!). Oh ya, shes a ZiLianKuan.

+Pauline+ Been with her inthe same class for 6 years. She is a very polite girl. Always feel that she can do alot better in her poly. Thought i can "indirectly encourage" her by saying her result have slacken but guess i failed so. LOLx, but who cares, she got into NUS BA le. I'm happy for her.

+Sai Weng+ This guy had a big influence on me. He might not have notice, but it was him who spur me and motivate me to do well in my poly studies. A very bright student, he was the top student in year 1. He couldnt lead a project group, but was the best groupmate to have in your group. He will do anything he was asked and did it well without the leader needing to worry.

+Seau Hong+ A very hardworking malaysian girl who I can proudly say she (and melisse) was one of the girls who score really well in DAC. Had a conflict with her (and the rest of my grp) in our IAP stuff and really caused us to not in so good term. Anyway, that was in the past. She managed to did well enough to get into NUS accountancy (malaysian must get higher grade than S'porean to get into U). All the best!

+Zhong Liang+ In yr 1, we told each other that we didnt want to be in the same project group as our personality are similar. In an argument, both of us will just speak our mind and sure bound to fight. LOLx. Until year 3 audit project, we group 2gether with Derrick. I would say all 3 of us respected one another. It was one of the best project group I had. We managed to debate with logic when there is disagreement and eventually, we were able to get the best result out of it.

Thats all, it is so long!! Anyway, now that all of us have graduated, I really wish all of them the best (regardless they have already stepped into the working life, going into University or serving their NS soon). DAC-03, together with all of them, I learnt and grew up a lot. Without them, I wont be able to go into Uni and wont be able to know so much friends.

二零零六年六月十二日

2006-06-12T17:04:00.000+08:00

Finally, the world cup began last friday. I watched the Germany-CostaR. match and was almost bored to death. Despite Germany winning 4-2, their standard is still not good enough to compete against Ronaldinho's Brazil. As a typical soccer fan, I believe that Brazil will beat England in the Semi (if both win all their matches) and proceed to win the final. But too bad, i will miss the final match by then. Army life then.

I'm still ACHING. Went to play badminton with the guys (derrick, darek n BingHui) ,HS & dear on Saturday in school. Bing Hui keep saying that i looked stress, as i wasn't playing quite well. Laught out loud. I was actually quite tired as i have been having late sleep everynight eversince i was addicted to Dota. We played till 6pm and stopped. All of us were deadly hungry. We rushed down to Marina Square KFC, had buddy meal and walk around the mall. Didn't do much before we headed home. As usual, played Dota before i went to bed.

Did nothing yesterday. Practically, i was Dota-ing the whole day. Of course, have my meals and continue gaming.

Going to update on my poly classmates in the next post. I remember saying in my previous blog that i was going to talk about them in the future, after we have graduated. Till then, see ya.

二零零六年六月九日

2006-06-09T17:14:00.000+08:00

The past two days were wonderful. I catch up with my polytechnic classmates for dinner the first day at Far-East (Japanese LaMian) and with Derrick (my buddy) to a seminar and late lunch on the second day. I really miss the days that we were in polytechnic.

After all of us graduated from SP, five of us (BH, HS, CX, Nana and me) went to Bintan. Supposedly, it was meant to be a graduation class trip. I have long expected that the response will not be good but I am glad that this group of people still continues with the trip. And the four days were one of two sweetest memories in my Polytechnic time (the other being a class chalet in Sentosa).

Back to the past two days, I think the most rewarding part was that I really did catch up with derrick quite a lot. In the morning, I took half day off in order to accompany him to the Air-Force seminar. Overall, I find the seminar good and was tempted to join the "Above the Others" - Air-Force. However, I was held back by its scholarship and its 10years bond.

I mean scholarship is supposed to be an attractive pull, but to me (or rather to all accountancy students), the scholarship offer by them was definitely a turnoff. It covers most of the courses offered in NTU, NUS & SMU, except for Accountancy and the other two courses. I really wish that I could become an accountancy lecturer one day and would love to pursue my accountancy course. Therefore, this was definitely one factor I choose not to go for the Air-Force. Furthermore, once the wing is achieved, it is a must to sign on a 10years bond. 10 full years! Meaning that I will be a pilot for my whole life? However, their persuasive seminar was without doubt effective.

After the seminar, Derrick and I decided to settle our late lunch (about 4pm) at Mache. While lunching, we chatted a lot. However, the focus of our conversation was none other than education. I remember that Derrick used to do so well in our class that in the first semester, I think that he was our class top student (of course he was in the honour roll). He did not do as well in year 2 & 3 as he was more involved in his CCA. I was the opposite of him. I was so involved in my CCA – CSCC that even I was in CCA for 1 year only, my CCA grade in my polytechnic was an A with Merit. However, I think I was pushing myself too hard that I become so stressed up in my 2nd and 3rd years. Mood started to swing often. I was really driving myself crazy then.

Now, another matter is kind of driving me crazy too. Recently, I ponder about whether to study in NTU or NUS accountancy. I was told by many that NTU accountancy is stronger then the latter one. However, a lot of people from SP accountancy are going there either. Yi Hao, David, Kiwi, Chian Wee, Sai Weng and ah Lin. If I choose there, I will be facing them again. All of them are so strong in accounting. I doubt I can breathe lots of fresh air if I am going there. I will be stress again, given such tough competition.

On the other hand, Derrick worried about nothing. He got into NUS, and into a course which he loves (Real Estate). He is thinking of going oversea to further. Regardless of where he goes, I really wished him all the best. He was my best pal in poly time and will still be my good buddy in the future. I knew that after I got together with nana, I kind of left him out. However, I do really cherish the time that I and him were together frankly. He is a real friend who listens to you and gives objective opinion. I hope that our friendship will continue for long. =)

On top of praying for mine and Derrick friendship, I also wish that this group of poly friends will continue to have outing week in week out. We are doing fine currently, but maintaining this in the future is still a question mark. =)

二零零六年六月七日

2006-06-07T11:36:00.001+08:00

Was browsing, or stalking rather, a couple of blogs recently.
Struck me that i used to have one too.

Immediately, memories came flashing in my mind. Positive, negative, everything!
As usual, i care more for the nice ones.
However thinking back, the negative ones ain't really that bad, at least it helps u, in a way or another.

Now i decided to start blogging again, as i want to leave traces of the happy happening.
i know one day, i will look back and start smiling at these sweet memories again.

The first entry for this blog
Shall talk about the first book, which i really put my mind & soul to read
(i'm always been poor in my language and dislike reading)

- The Da Vinci Code -
A top-selling book, yet so many people are against it (vatican & christian - understandable as who will be able to accept disagreement against what? bible ). Despite debates and arguments, i found this book extremely interesting as a reader.
Regardless whether it is factual or fiction, Dan Brown's ability to twist the story and to associate many intelligent articles together really made this book so worth it!

Own it!

However, the DVC movie kind of turned me a little off.

The book was too good that, even when the movie was alright, it cant be compared to the book at all. The book is far nicer. I think alot of people will agree with this. Watched the movie with dar, which screened for about 2&1/2 hours, yet it covered less than 3/4 of the book. A number of important scenes were missing. It really was disappointing. Perheps my standard is always high. (My sis told me she find the movie alright, as she say she "do not have so high expectation!!" ...)

Ok, guess i should stop mentioning about DVC so much, especially in front of my friends. I'm becoming a fanatic fan soon.

If any of you did notice, i tried to avoid using "Singlish". This is to fulfill what i wanted to do in my previous blog. I wanted to improve my second language when i decided to start blogging but ended up in using so much "singlish" in my previous blog. So from now on, i shall really reduced the number of "singlish" words used.

How fast time passes..

AdRiAn sMiLeZ

How to be a happy couple

Happy OCS

Basic Military Training (BMT)

Graduation

Business

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