Previous post was typed by my fren. Who I've been bunking in with. But I share some same sentiments too. How?!?
A night here brings back much memory of my army days when I was in OCS, especially in EOCC. And I kinda miss that feeling. The total freedom and time. And more importantly, presence of a fren working hard together. It provides that extra bit of motivation to study when you know that someone is studying too. Its more conducive to study, as my comfy bed beside the table is always a temptation. Perhaps that's why I always study better outside. Today is the second night here. Will make the best out of it and study hard.
Count down for the events coming up. :
26 more days to go to first paper,
32 more days to last paper,
36 to Golden Harvest Competition ( bridge Competition ) ,
38 to YEP( India )
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
FINALLY
Finally got my tix back to Sin. Don't need to migrate there le.. But only managed to get the tix on the 1st of jan, 0005 flight, reaching Sin 0655h . A day later then I would have preferred. Cos there's always a family gathering at my uncle's place on new year's eve. This would be the first time I'll miss it in erm.. i think... 15yrs ? Mum was rather unhappy about my long stay there. but there's no turning back le..
At least managed to get the tix. I was already on the verge of not wanting to go already, cos of all the trouble and the Travel agency is given me. Would say its my own fault to book it so late, but they were not being helpful either. Not providing any solutions, just more problems. Now its settled, will have to purchase the internal flights. Think I would try one of their local train rides.. Hmm.. maybe the 32 hrs one, super long distance, some 2000km... Once a life time experience.
At least can put aside a heavy stone that's being bothering me for the past week. And now, chioning through the IT project, which is due... in 15 hrs time. Currently in Des's room in Temasek hall. Will be bunking here for the next few nights, and perhaps 3-4 days a week for the next 1 month le. Final stretch before the Big day. Need to push on..
There's still a stats test to study for after finishing the project. Zzzz. Don't need to sleep liaoz...
At least managed to get the tix. I was already on the verge of not wanting to go already, cos of all the trouble and the Travel agency is given me. Would say its my own fault to book it so late, but they were not being helpful either. Not providing any solutions, just more problems. Now its settled, will have to purchase the internal flights. Think I would try one of their local train rides.. Hmm.. maybe the 32 hrs one, super long distance, some 2000km... Once a life time experience.
At least can put aside a heavy stone that's being bothering me for the past week. And now, chioning through the IT project, which is due... in 15 hrs time. Currently in Des's room in Temasek hall. Will be bunking here for the next few nights, and perhaps 3-4 days a week for the next 1 month le. Final stretch before the Big day. Need to push on..
There's still a stats test to study for after finishing the project. Zzzz. Don't need to sleep liaoz...
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Totally exhausted for the past few days, and I still had to attend lecture at 8am on a monday morning.. Yawnz.. so without doubt, I was practically sleeping through the first lect, occasionally listening to the lecturer. That was to be followed by another 2 hrs of Chem lect. How torturing can that be, to my already sleepy body. So to help myself, I left the lect half way when there was a break. Really can't absorb anything, merely sitting inside there is a waste of time. So might as well go home and zzz .
Supposed to collect my Tix today. But Guess what ? I called and check if its available for collection and they said its on waiting list.. WTH... &^%$#$%^& . now I've a flight there, but no flight back, and if i'm to go for it, I may end up coming back on 5th Jan. that's like freaking late.. and I'm not willing to spend so much time there, partly because of the cost, and also cause of the timing given, I would not be able to fully explore the place that I would want to ... A bit not 3 not 4.
Chionging through the IT project, with a sleeping Partner in the group. ( don't think crooked ). have been doing it for the past few days. A bit oversaturated with all the RFID related info. Yucks.. Time to read other things, STATS test on thurs. Faintz.. haven't started anything on it. Hopefully can chiong in time. this few weeks is just crazy.
Going to start packing my things le.. going to camp over in Des's room for the next few days. Intensive mugging is gonna begin. No more wasting of time travelling to and fro. Plus at home is so darn unproductive for me. Change of environment is required.
Supposed to collect my Tix today. But Guess what ? I called and check if its available for collection and they said its on waiting list.. WTH... &^%$#$%^& . now I've a flight there, but no flight back, and if i'm to go for it, I may end up coming back on 5th Jan. that's like freaking late.. and I'm not willing to spend so much time there, partly because of the cost, and also cause of the timing given, I would not be able to fully explore the place that I would want to ... A bit not 3 not 4.
Chionging through the IT project, with a sleeping Partner in the group. ( don't think crooked ). have been doing it for the past few days. A bit oversaturated with all the RFID related info. Yucks.. Time to read other things, STATS test on thurs. Faintz.. haven't started anything on it. Hopefully can chiong in time. this few weeks is just crazy.
Going to start packing my things le.. going to camp over in Des's room for the next few days. Intensive mugging is gonna begin. No more wasting of time travelling to and fro. Plus at home is so darn unproductive for me. Change of environment is required.
Sunday, October 28, 2007
NB 15km run
Just got back from New Balance Real run. Started off at 7.45am, don't know why start so late either. Normal races start around 5.30am or latest 6.30am. The sun and the heat towards the back is an absolute killer. About 9am or so, the heat reflecting off the run way is horrible. Started off the run quite well, clocking average 5min 10 sec per km for the first 8km, running along side with Ben. Thereafter, decided to pull off a bit and I went to chase an Ang Mor. Quite consistent pacing, nice to run behind him. haha.. first 10km was clocked around 51min. That was soon followed by 1km of sand, which was quite bad. The sand really suck in our legs, and lots of energy is required to overcome it. Perhaps that's the kick of Real Run, a combination of different terrains to kill the monotonous road running.
In the end, finished in 1hr 22min. 2 min off my target. Overall still alright, not very happy with the timing, but considering the training I've put in, this is reasonable.
So cool... the Bib I wore has been personalise. It has my name on it.. lolx.. 6513.. buy 4D.
Ben and me at the end of the race, Glad that I wore the shades. The sun was too glaring. Can't even properly open my eyes without that.
Waiting for the road to be re-open before I can drive out. Got bored, so took a few more photos. Lolx.
Overall I would say this race is quite well organised, systematic as well. Well done to the organisers. But the place is so darn Ulu. Inconvenient to go there without a car.
In the end, finished in 1hr 22min. 2 min off my target. Overall still alright, not very happy with the timing, but considering the training I've put in, this is reasonable.
So cool... the Bib I wore has been personalise. It has my name on it.. lolx.. 6513.. buy 4D.
Ben and me at the end of the race, Glad that I wore the shades. The sun was too glaring. Can't even properly open my eyes without that.
Waiting for the road to be re-open before I can drive out. Got bored, so took a few more photos. Lolx.
Overall I would say this race is quite well organised, systematic as well. Well done to the organisers. But the place is so darn Ulu. Inconvenient to go there without a car.
Saturday, October 27, 2007
New Shoes
Went to SMU in the morning for the YEP meeting, finally got to see more of the members who I'm going with. Realised that SMU in fact got quite nice places to study too.. next time shall go there and try. Looks good to me..
Headed down to Mustafa ONCE AGAIN!!! hoping to get my tix, which that fella has said would be ready by fri. And upon reaching there, he gave me that Stunned look. So Ya, He forgot about it and it wasn't ready.. KNS. And my flight supposedly scheduled for 29th 0005 has been changed to 28th 0005. That's a freaking 1 day short. How to squeeze into my planning. Utterly irritated and disappointed with their services. Been there 4 times now, and nothing is done. Or is it just them, or are they simply trying to make me racist and generalise them.
Went to a Indian Cuisine restaurant nearby and tried their special set meal. Should be a north indian style. And this is one of the few rare times which I had to struggle to finish my whole course. Most ppl should know that I eat almost everything, it takes a lot to cause me to have trouble finishing the meal. This is ultimate. Many ppl are worried about the curry, whether its too spicy, that's no problem for me, cos I like spicy food, the problem with it is the Yogurt style of cooking for some of the dishes.
Can't imagine what it would be like if I have this type of meal for 21 days. Luckily for the first 15 days, its in the southern part. Perhaps only the last few days will I be having that.
Went to SCBA to play for NUS in the Inter-club Bridge. Due to those part score, we lost. Nothing to be sad about, cos we played to our standard, and the winner was eventually the overall 2nd. So That's still alright. Just need to do better next yr..
FINALLY bought my pair of running shoes. To add to my platoon. Whee!!! Welcome team.. hehe.. This is a more like a race day shoe, not really good for training. Going at $189. But after SCSM participation, 20% off , and a $140 voucher from my Bdae, I paid $6.05. Wahaha... Outstanding price for a pair of shoe. Anyway, Thanks to all my brothers that chipped in for the voucher.
Alright.. its been a busy day.. Need to get down to work, and hopefully finish up my part on the project asap. There's still NB run tomorow morning, screwed timing to have all these things.
Headed down to Mustafa ONCE AGAIN!!! hoping to get my tix, which that fella has said would be ready by fri. And upon reaching there, he gave me that Stunned look. So Ya, He forgot about it and it wasn't ready.. KNS. And my flight supposedly scheduled for 29th 0005 has been changed to 28th 0005. That's a freaking 1 day short. How to squeeze into my planning. Utterly irritated and disappointed with their services. Been there 4 times now, and nothing is done. Or is it just them, or are they simply trying to make me racist and generalise them.
Went to a Indian Cuisine restaurant nearby and tried their special set meal. Should be a north indian style. And this is one of the few rare times which I had to struggle to finish my whole course. Most ppl should know that I eat almost everything, it takes a lot to cause me to have trouble finishing the meal. This is ultimate. Many ppl are worried about the curry, whether its too spicy, that's no problem for me, cos I like spicy food, the problem with it is the Yogurt style of cooking for some of the dishes.
Can't imagine what it would be like if I have this type of meal for 21 days. Luckily for the first 15 days, its in the southern part. Perhaps only the last few days will I be having that.
Went to SCBA to play for NUS in the Inter-club Bridge. Due to those part score, we lost. Nothing to be sad about, cos we played to our standard, and the winner was eventually the overall 2nd. So That's still alright. Just need to do better next yr..
FINALLY bought my pair of running shoes. To add to my platoon. Whee!!! Welcome team.. hehe.. This is a more like a race day shoe, not really good for training. Going at $189. But after SCSM participation, 20% off , and a $140 voucher from my Bdae, I paid $6.05. Wahaha... Outstanding price for a pair of shoe. Anyway, Thanks to all my brothers that chipped in for the voucher.
Alright.. its been a busy day.. Need to get down to work, and hopefully finish up my part on the project asap. There's still NB run tomorow morning, screwed timing to have all these things.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Break
Just went for the last session of tuition of the year. Or rather, maybe not the last. Can't believe that all my kids are so hardworking. She just got back her results, 79 for maths, 74 for Chem, 73 for Biological sciences, overall 76%. MGS, sec 1. Think that's quite a good result. And She's asking me to carry on starting from next week.. *faintz * Doesn't she need a break too ? I need my study break.. lolx.. why all so hardworking one. I've never like tuition when I was a student myself, ( Not that I'm not a student now). Can't understand what are they thinking. Want to start studying in Nov. Siaoz.. Anyway, its about time to ask for pay rise.. muhahah...
Time to chiong for my IT project. Due in 5 days time. Wohoo!!! nothing much has been done.. lolx.. can't believe how last min I am regarding this. Guess midnight oil will once again be burnt for this.
Totally didn't prepare for the New balance 15km run. Did not specially train for the distance, nor did I follow my normal, pre-race diet. Just going there to enjoy the sunday morning sun, and clock some mileage.
Really looking forward to the break after the term break.. I want my BREAK!!!! Break the rack also can.. POOL, HOLIDAY, WATEVER, as long as its not studying..
Time to chiong for my IT project. Due in 5 days time. Wohoo!!! nothing much has been done.. lolx.. can't believe how last min I am regarding this. Guess midnight oil will once again be burnt for this.
Totally didn't prepare for the New balance 15km run. Did not specially train for the distance, nor did I follow my normal, pre-race diet. Just going there to enjoy the sunday morning sun, and clock some mileage.
Really looking forward to the break after the term break.. I want my BREAK!!!! Break the rack also can.. POOL, HOLIDAY, WATEVER, as long as its not studying..
changes again
Finally, the dreaded chem CA is over.. another 10% gone.. How wonderful my sis and my mum are.. took a nap at 9pm yest, and ask them to wake me up at 11pm... And sure they did.. but they said, I look so deep in sleep, so don't bother waking me up.. let my enjoy it.. LOLX... how nice larh... yes thoughtful, BUT i haven't finish studying the test... nvm... now its over ... should still do fine I guess.
Went down to Mustafa to purchase the tix, only to find out that the flight back is full too.. only managed to squeeze out one seat back. That means Fang will not be able to extend the trip to Mumbai. Haiz... Now on the waiting list. Hopefully got some ppl cancel the flight. That would be the best.. as the day passes, the price of the tix just keeps climbing.. my initial plan cost $840 ( flight only ). now with an additional flight, and change of destination, it stands at $1050. *faintz* May consider dropping either Mumbai or Delhi le. Its just nuts to spent so much there..
Was very nice of Daniel to send fang and me to Mustafa. Supposed to catch Resident Evil after that, but due to time constrain, we couldn't make it in time.. Sadzzz... Will catch it another time.. Hopefully can squeeze out some time next week. Project due next week. Haiz.. Uni life is just super hectic and ULTRA fast paced.. one sem passes so fast. Just 4 more weeks to term exam.. Wohoo!!!
Went down to Mustafa to purchase the tix, only to find out that the flight back is full too.. only managed to squeeze out one seat back. That means Fang will not be able to extend the trip to Mumbai. Haiz... Now on the waiting list. Hopefully got some ppl cancel the flight. That would be the best.. as the day passes, the price of the tix just keeps climbing.. my initial plan cost $840 ( flight only ). now with an additional flight, and change of destination, it stands at $1050. *faintz* May consider dropping either Mumbai or Delhi le. Its just nuts to spent so much there..
Was very nice of Daniel to send fang and me to Mustafa. Supposed to catch Resident Evil after that, but due to time constrain, we couldn't make it in time.. Sadzzz... Will catch it another time.. Hopefully can squeeze out some time next week. Project due next week. Haiz.. Uni life is just super hectic and ULTRA fast paced.. one sem passes so fast. Just 4 more weeks to term exam.. Wohoo!!!
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Plans Dashed
My plan to Bombay/Delhi has been dealt a severe blow this morning. After planning and deciding to make a visit there, I went down to Mustafa to purchase the tix. BUT was told that there's no more tickets back from Delhi anytime from 25th Dec to 8th Jan. And the alternative way back is through transit via other cities. That would set me back at $1450, $600 more than the initial cost. MADNESS!!!! Sighz... need to frantically find alternative within these few days, to prevent any further selling out of tickets.
My body is really feeling the fatigue. Late night reading / researching/ stoning has not done any good. There's still 3 more chapters to go for the test on Thurs. Yawnz.. taking a short nap before waking up at 12 to mug again.. No choice but to depend on Caffeine to sustain thru.
My body is really feeling the fatigue. Late night reading / researching/ stoning has not done any good. There's still 3 more chapters to go for the test on Thurs. Yawnz.. taking a short nap before waking up at 12 to mug again.. No choice but to depend on Caffeine to sustain thru.
Monday, October 22, 2007
Shopping
Spendthrift mode today.. or rather, recently.. And i bought a Pair of Levis' Jeans and a Jacket as present. Whee !! Though spent quite a bit today, but still made myself happy, that's the most impt thing. haha.. Being a real long time since I last bought anything for myself. Consider it as a long forgotten present for myself. Who else will pamper me other than myself.. haha..
There's still another pair of shoe to come this week. Wahaha... more shopping!! I'm seriously mad this few days...
There's still another pair of shoe to come this week. Wahaha... more shopping!! I'm seriously mad this few days...
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Action filled Sunday
Went to play soccer with the Sk gang in the morning at Punggol. The usual place, its kinda troublesome to go there, but that's where most of them live near there... what to do.. minority pleases the majority. Played from 9 till 11.40am, Got a good tan there. Haha.. and seriously, ran my lungs out.
And I was approached by the Insurance Agent, asking whether I'm in the army.. lolx. Botak muz be in the army meh.. Anyway, brush her off as I was a rush.
Went to velocity to collect the New balance real run race kit at Velocity, and thereafter, went to the Running lab. Was choosing between the Asics GT2092 or the Saucony Tension. Just when I've decided to buy le, the lady asked me whether I'm taking part in any races. And told me there's a 20% discount for SCSM participant. Wa kaoz.. that's $40 difference, since its a $200 pair. Reluctantly, putting the pair of shoe back on the shelf and go back on another day.
headed to Borders to get the Lonely planet book for India, FINALLY found the 2007 version, after searching high and low for the past week. Out of stock at popular, Times, MPH.. before going to meet min, jean and neng for studying. a good 6hrs of mugging from 3pm till 10pm there. ( minus eating and talking ). Now time to push on further... i've just started to get the kick on intensive mugging. Muz keep it going... yeaps!!
And I was approached by the Insurance Agent, asking whether I'm in the army.. lolx. Botak muz be in the army meh.. Anyway, brush her off as I was a rush.
Went to velocity to collect the New balance real run race kit at Velocity, and thereafter, went to the Running lab. Was choosing between the Asics GT2092 or the Saucony Tension. Just when I've decided to buy le, the lady asked me whether I'm taking part in any races. And told me there's a 20% discount for SCSM participant. Wa kaoz.. that's $40 difference, since its a $200 pair. Reluctantly, putting the pair of shoe back on the shelf and go back on another day.
headed to Borders to get the Lonely planet book for India, FINALLY found the 2007 version, after searching high and low for the past week. Out of stock at popular, Times, MPH.. before going to meet min, jean and neng for studying. a good 6hrs of mugging from 3pm till 10pm there. ( minus eating and talking ). Now time to push on further... i've just started to get the kick on intensive mugging. Muz keep it going... yeaps!!
Friday, October 19, 2007
At the beach
Studying at home, till a pt of saturation, and too many thoughts on my mind to focus properly. So decided to pay a visit to my past time fav place. The beach..
Went there around 4 plus, just after the rain was over, specifically going to my own spot, breakwater 13. The sea is especially peaceful after a rain. And I was rewarded with some quiet and peaceful sight.
Went there around 4 plus, just after the rain was over, specifically going to my own spot, breakwater 13. The sea is especially peaceful after a rain. And I was rewarded with some quiet and peaceful sight.
Was lying down on the breakwater for nearly 2hrs, staring into the blue sky, thinking about nothing.. dozing off at times.. Its just so amazing that everytime I go there, I'm able to totally relax myself, and not think about anything. Simply enjoy the gentle splashing sounds of the waves..
A short clip of what was accompanying me..
Just nice that there were some sand sculptures being created there. Its so nice.. Can't control myself, but to take a photo of it. Ran past here on monday evening when I was clocking my 22km, only saw a whole pile of sand, and 4 days later, its up and ready. Anyway, I think its part of Citi banks company retreat or something.
Sand Sculptures artist at work. It was the work of only these 2 uncle. One young chap, perhaps 30, and the other around 50. was talking to them, and they were very friendly ppl. should have taken a photo with them. To credit them for the nice piece of work they've done. And One of them even ask me what Secondary school I'm from. Whahaha... He thought I'm 15-16. Am I that young :p
Shan made me realise something impt that've I've neglected for a long time. I need some time for myself. I'll try to cater more time to myself and not get stuck in the rat race, where everybody is rushing to do something, at times, not even sure what they are doing it for.
Pool Training
Went to help out in the car washing just now at Biz carpark. And Dan was damn nice to send me there, and help me in the washing, plus donation.. Thanks bro.. * Thumbs Up * Got to meet more ppl that's going for the trip, but mostly... erm.. that's an understatement, all I mean, somehow know each other, since they are from the same fac. Partly because I join them very late. and all the prepartion work has begun long ago. Causing me to be left out. Not that I'm shy, but I know that I've become more passive.
Went for pool training just now. Routine Session, but it was the last session for the sem. No more coach for the rest of the term, till Dec, which I can't attend either. Think I may take a short break too. Shall see how it goes..
There are so much things to be done within this week. IT project due in 1.5 weeks, Chem CA next week, Stats test, Preparation and research for extension after YEP, etc. How to squeeze in all to my schedule ?
Been thinking quite a bit about the bagpacking trip in Dec. There are still some dilemna I'm facing.. Complications have surfaced, and I can't make up my mind. Need to decide fast. not much time is left.
Went for pool training just now. Routine Session, but it was the last session for the sem. No more coach for the rest of the term, till Dec, which I can't attend either. Think I may take a short break too. Shall see how it goes..
There are so much things to be done within this week. IT project due in 1.5 weeks, Chem CA next week, Stats test, Preparation and research for extension after YEP, etc. How to squeeze in all to my schedule ?
Been thinking quite a bit about the bagpacking trip in Dec. There are still some dilemna I'm facing.. Complications have surfaced, and I can't make up my mind. Need to decide fast. not much time is left.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
how to explain..
Went to school today with my new image.. and was swamped by many ppl on why the sudden decision to do so.. The common qn being asked was.. " Zhuo she me xiang bu kai ", " got rejected ? " " need to sell hair for money arh ". Really don't know how to explain, and didn't want to tell that so much.. So just played along and say.. yupz..
Early in the morning, went for car-washing. Part of the fund raising event for the YEP trip. Though I only did a 2hr shift from 10-12noon, the weather was actually quite a killer for me.. with my bare head taking in direct head from the sun. No longer is there any air available to insulate against the heat. Resulted in me having a slight headache for the rest of the day. Another reason is due to the training yest night.. went for a 22km run, which I struggled to finish. Body is exhausted, with insufficient rest, naturally the weather would be hard to take. But I'm sure everything would be fine.
Am following on track to do what I'm supposed to be doing today. Muz really perserve to achieve what I set to do. If not, my hair would have gone to waste. This is only the 2nd time I've ever done so. First in BMT, second now. Ganbatte!!!
Early in the morning, went for car-washing. Part of the fund raising event for the YEP trip. Though I only did a 2hr shift from 10-12noon, the weather was actually quite a killer for me.. with my bare head taking in direct head from the sun. No longer is there any air available to insulate against the heat. Resulted in me having a slight headache for the rest of the day. Another reason is due to the training yest night.. went for a 22km run, which I struggled to finish. Body is exhausted, with insufficient rest, naturally the weather would be hard to take. But I'm sure everything would be fine.
Am following on track to do what I'm supposed to be doing today. Muz really perserve to achieve what I set to do. If not, my hair would have gone to waste. This is only the 2nd time I've ever done so. First in BMT, second now. Ganbatte!!!
Monday, October 15, 2007
I'm determined to change
I'm determined to change and I guess the best way to remind myself constantly is to look into the mirror. Guess action speaks louder than words. Now its time to change my attitude and get back down on track.
What ?!?
I don't know what I'm doing recently.. Really don't know whats on my mind... there're so many things going on, so many things to be done.. But i'm not working towards finishing them. Just procastinating and hoping that it will just disappear.. sadly.. its not working ... and the things are piling up.. real bad..
I've lost all motivation to get myself going.. I'm suppose to be studying real hard now, but I'm not doing so. I'm supposed to be training for my Aim to complete an Ironman, but I'm not even training much now.
What am I doing now ?!? Knowing what should be done, but not doing it, is almost hopeless. cos no one else can tell you what to do. Since you are the one that choose not to do the correct thing. No matter how much nagging is done, it won't work. And I'm sort of in that horrendous state now. So what am I really enjoying doing now ? I can't list any.. seriously...
How I wish I can't just take a weeek or 2 break from the life here..
I've lost all motivation to get myself going.. I'm suppose to be studying real hard now, but I'm not doing so. I'm supposed to be training for my Aim to complete an Ironman, but I'm not even training much now.
What am I doing now ?!? Knowing what should be done, but not doing it, is almost hopeless. cos no one else can tell you what to do. Since you are the one that choose not to do the correct thing. No matter how much nagging is done, it won't work. And I'm sort of in that horrendous state now. So what am I really enjoying doing now ? I can't list any.. seriously...
How I wish I can't just take a weeek or 2 break from the life here..
Sunday, October 14, 2007
HS's 21st bdae party
Went for HS's 21st birthday party just now... it was held at his house, and I met ervin much earlier around 3pm, so in the end, went to HS's place at 4.30pm. Super early. but nvm.. sat around to chit chat, and helped out a bit...
Was walking around his porch, and saw the turtles.. its the 'star tortise' Ulf Edqvist ... One of my fav species of tortise . Last time I saw it was when I was in malaysia, one of the aquarium in Johore Bahru. The sudden joy of seeing it. haha.. Cheap thrill ... lolx..
Cutie little tortise in my hand...
... reminds me of my 2 terapin... 6 yrs ago...
Was walking around his porch, and saw the turtles.. its the 'star tortise' Ulf Edqvist ... One of my fav species of tortise . Last time I saw it was when I was in malaysia, one of the aquarium in Johore Bahru. The sudden joy of seeing it. haha.. Cheap thrill ... lolx..
Cutie little tortise in my hand...
... reminds me of my 2 terapin... 6 yrs ago...
Being there for the past few hours, chatting with his friends from NYJC, and somehow, it gave me a comfortable feeling to chat with them... more so than most of my JC classmates . Other than a few, perhaps.... Maybe its because of the style and the language I guess... I'm from a chinese speaking background family. Most, if not all are english speaking.. not that I'm uncomfortable with it... but its just a different feeling ... I was infact a bit envy about the good friends that he has made in JC.. to be honest, my JC class guys are just too different from me... never managed to really click with any of them.. only got along well with a few of the girls.. Was wondering whether choosing VJ was a good choice.. TJC may have given me better memories... part of the reason may have been due to a gf.. or rather an ex... where I spent most of time with, and not so much with the classmates/ CCA friends. Just rack up so many of my memories.. Though they are all pasts... but still it was part of me that has shaped me to be who I am today...
Anyway, stayed there till around 10.30pm, before heading home with samuel and his gf. Should have drove today.. his house is so far in larh.. Was just lazy to do so.. cos Ervin drove me there.. so was hoping for ride back too.. but he gone off first.. so what to do..
Friday, October 12, 2007
Field Trip to Changi Beach
Disappointing field trip to Changi Beach this afternoon. It was raining cats and dogs in the afternoon around 12noon, and it cast a gloomy sky for the rest of the afternoon. By the time we were leaving for Changi Beach, the sky has cleared a bit in the west, but guess what ? It did not clear up in the east. Lightning cutting the sky and the thunder roaring above our heads. Due to safety reason by the NUS, we were not allowed to be out there exposing ourselves to unnecessary danger. Which is so irritating. I was all set and ready to get into the water to explore and see the marvellous sea creatures hiding in the sea bed. Only to go there and realise I can't do a thing , but to stand under the pavilion listening to the TA reading from the notes.
This is perhaps the fastest ending Prac I have had for Biodiversity so far. Travelled there took 40mins. and to wait for the rest, to come, another 15mins. by the time it started, an hour has past. And we were dismiss earlier at 5.15pm. Which is WOW.. considering usually they release us only at 6pm exactly. As usual, there was a small CA at the end of the practical session. 5%,
Suddenly so gian to play pool. ARhz....
This is perhaps the fastest ending Prac I have had for Biodiversity so far. Travelled there took 40mins. and to wait for the rest, to come, another 15mins. by the time it started, an hour has past. And we were dismiss earlier at 5.15pm. Which is WOW.. considering usually they release us only at 6pm exactly. As usual, there was a small CA at the end of the practical session. 5%,
Suddenly so gian to play pool. ARhz....
India here I come
Got a call from the YEP head just now while playing pool halfway. telling me that I'm in the team le.. Yipee... So I'm officially heading to India from 10th Dec to 25th Dec. Now still thinking whether to extend and visit Mumbai and Taj Mahal after that. Most prob I think I would, since I'm already there, might as well save my future flight ticket. Also, I don't think I will want to go to India again for bag packing, after hearing horrifying stories from friends who had been there.. lolx...
Was playing much better pool today. After resting sufficiently yesterday, and this afternoon, I could concentrate much better. That prove myself right that I need to be alert and Focus before I can play well. Think Jean got quite irritated when I keep potting the 9 ball by chance. lolx.. Hey... I got my unlucky times too k.. haha. didn't just happen to you. =p ... Still didn't get to play with Ecstacy Min today. Will try to do so next week.
back to work once again... sianz..
Was playing much better pool today. After resting sufficiently yesterday, and this afternoon, I could concentrate much better. That prove myself right that I need to be alert and Focus before I can play well. Think Jean got quite irritated when I keep potting the 9 ball by chance. lolx.. Hey... I got my unlucky times too k.. haha. didn't just happen to you. =p ... Still didn't get to play with Ecstacy Min today. Will try to do so next week.
back to work once again... sianz..
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
studing = no studying
Tired... is the only word that can describe my current state. Just had the Microbes CA just now. and as expected, studying = no studying.. cos its out of context and how to finish the paper in time!!! Watever the case, I didn't waste that much amount of time reading that useless stack of notes (aka paperplane). Focused correctly on the other one instead. Should still do fine but not score well.
This is the first paper that has negative scoring. meaning 1 mark for correct score and -1 for incorrect. So the possible chance of scoring 0% is possible. Hope not.. lolx..
Supposed to be out running, but the relentless headache has been pounding on my head, and I shall not risk working out with that. Will just rest early tonight and recharge for tomorrow. Its the first time in don't know how many donkey years that I'm sleeping before 2am. Yawnz...
This is the first paper that has negative scoring. meaning 1 mark for correct score and -1 for incorrect. So the possible chance of scoring 0% is possible. Hope not.. lolx..
Supposed to be out running, but the relentless headache has been pounding on my head, and I shall not risk working out with that. Will just rest early tonight and recharge for tomorrow. Its the first time in don't know how many donkey years that I'm sleeping before 2am. Yawnz...
Monday, October 8, 2007
Shocking Sms
Got a shocked when I suddenly receive a sms at 4pm from my cousin asking me what time I'm going over for tuition.. I had already planned my day to have NO tuition and to study for the Micro bio test. how irritating... He had just finished his last paper today, and he requested for the session. OH MAN!!!! how hardworking can he be... Alright, he's a Korean, here to study for a reason, perhaps that's what separates him from the typical Singaporean.. ( my cousin is the Korean kid's guardian )
Could have just gone down immediately, but have already promised Mindy for Gym session. Don't ps ppl last min, so I postponed the tuition till 7.30pm. The gym session was rather relaxing today, partly cos my last time to the gym was in March. half a yr without conditioning, my body isn't in shape to do much. Don't want to be aching all over tomorrow.
Went for YEP interview with the 2 leaders just now. Should be okay I guess. Now its just left to the part for them to decide whether they want me to be part of their team. At the moment they have 15gals, 3 guys. So they are in need of guys.. I'm in DeMaNd. lolx.. hopefully larh.. Shall just see how it goes.. their consideration was safety over there, but I think it can't be as bad as Cambodia ba. I was still planning to travel to Mumbai/ Delhi after the Yep trip itself. Hopefully Fang will be able to make it too, if not I'll be going there myself.. Really hope she can change the flight departure venue, if not I'll be sianz 1/2 .
Could have just gone down immediately, but have already promised Mindy for Gym session. Don't ps ppl last min, so I postponed the tuition till 7.30pm. The gym session was rather relaxing today, partly cos my last time to the gym was in March. half a yr without conditioning, my body isn't in shape to do much. Don't want to be aching all over tomorrow.
Went for YEP interview with the 2 leaders just now. Should be okay I guess. Now its just left to the part for them to decide whether they want me to be part of their team. At the moment they have 15gals, 3 guys. So they are in need of guys.. I'm in DeMaNd. lolx.. hopefully larh.. Shall just see how it goes.. their consideration was safety over there, but I think it can't be as bad as Cambodia ba. I was still planning to travel to Mumbai/ Delhi after the Yep trip itself. Hopefully Fang will be able to make it too, if not I'll be going there myself.. Really hope she can change the flight departure venue, if not I'll be sianz 1/2 .
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Victory at Inter Club bridge League
Played for NUS team just now in the afternoon, it was the last game of the season. And I'm glad we did well to win the game just now. Played a total of 24 boards, which was split into 2 sessions, 12 boards each, spanning 4hrs in total... Won the first 12 boards, 59imps -11 imps, and second, 16imps -53imps. Total win at 75-64 imps. Since it was the last round of the season, the game would only cause a difference next season, causing us to be seeded 5th, higher chance to progress up the top. This league is across the whole singapore, with all the top Bridge players vying for the top spot in the Competitions and Cup, with attractive prize money....
I think I'm the only yr1 to have represented the club for 2 competitions, and the feeling of being in the team is good. Knowing that the Seniors are much stronger than the current yr 1s and yr 2s, I think i'm really fortunate and privilege to be able to play along side with them. The experience gained is invaluable. I realise I really enjoy the taste of victory. Who don't ? but victory never comes easy, be it pool, bridge, soccer, anything... hard work needs to be put in. bridge is very time consuming and so is pool. I've chosen this 2 to focus on at the moment, cos I enjoy playing it. But I know there'll come a time whereby I'll need to choose one. Which one would it be eventually ?
I think I'm the only yr1 to have represented the club for 2 competitions, and the feeling of being in the team is good. Knowing that the Seniors are much stronger than the current yr 1s and yr 2s, I think i'm really fortunate and privilege to be able to play along side with them. The experience gained is invaluable. I realise I really enjoy the taste of victory. Who don't ? but victory never comes easy, be it pool, bridge, soccer, anything... hard work needs to be put in. bridge is very time consuming and so is pool. I've chosen this 2 to focus on at the moment, cos I enjoy playing it. But I know there'll come a time whereby I'll need to choose one. Which one would it be eventually ?
Friday, October 5, 2007
Bio Lab
Had Bio Diversity lab just now. To be fair, it was interesting, but it was once again, information overflow within that 4hrs of lab. was having a real hard time understanding and memorising the features and adaptations they have. All the terms they were saying and refering to were totally aliens to me.. partly because during the lecture on wed, which was JUST before calculus CA, I didn't absorb anything. So ya.. the aftermath of not knowing anything and going for the practical. The only positive thing today was that I got back my lab report and got an A. The rest is history...
The session was much much better than the previous session on plants.. which are ....erm.. all green... lolx.. At least this has more variety, but that means more differences, which means, more things to memorise again.. Zzzz...
Took a few photos of the few specimens that we were looking at.
Reminded me of my pet Terapin many many yrs ago.. how sad to see it being left with only bones and shell...
Biological name of Tortoise : Chelonia
Biological name of frog : Anura
This was my fav of today.. Cos its one of my favourite food. Wahaha... this one is actually quite big. I purposely place my pencil on the right-hand side of the glass to show just how big it is when compared to my puny pencil. Just too bad that this prawn is already 20yrs old... don't think its flesh is worth eating..
The session was much much better than the previous session on plants.. which are ....erm.. all green... lolx.. At least this has more variety, but that means more differences, which means, more things to memorise again.. Zzzz...
Took a few photos of the few specimens that we were looking at.
Reminded me of my pet Terapin many many yrs ago.. how sad to see it being left with only bones and shell...
Biological name of Tortoise : Chelonia
Biological name of frog : Anura
This was my fav of today.. Cos its one of my favourite food. Wahaha... this one is actually quite big. I purposely place my pencil on the right-hand side of the glass to show just how big it is when compared to my puny pencil. Just too bad that this prawn is already 20yrs old... don't think its flesh is worth eating..
Had a CA after the prac ... Oh man.. I didn't know it was 10%. totally didn't prepare for that, and I couldn't finish the essay. Died... Though most ppl also said they couldn't finish or don't know what to write. but that's what everybody alway say even when they could do it... So who to trust..
Currently having second thoughts about going for the YEP. I was all set for it only to know a fren couldn't make it. Though its not a must for me to have a fren to go along, but going for such trips, its always better to go with ppl you are familiar with. Fang is going, and that's good, but her bf is going as well.. So it isn't so nice to tag along all the time... I've more or less gotten use to be alone at times... Now still thinking whether I should proceed. Furthermore, initial plan of heading to Delhi after that seems quite unlikely, cos I just realise how far Bangalore is from Delhi. its a freaking 2062km. Meaning, I can only take the flight. which means more $$... just checked the Air ticket, and it cost $145 before tax.. Faintz.... Train is not an option, cos that would take me at least 2 days. Dilemna.. Decision to be made by sunday. How?!?
Currently having second thoughts about going for the YEP. I was all set for it only to know a fren couldn't make it. Though its not a must for me to have a fren to go along, but going for such trips, its always better to go with ppl you are familiar with. Fang is going, and that's good, but her bf is going as well.. So it isn't so nice to tag along all the time... I've more or less gotten use to be alone at times... Now still thinking whether I should proceed. Furthermore, initial plan of heading to Delhi after that seems quite unlikely, cos I just realise how far Bangalore is from Delhi. its a freaking 2062km. Meaning, I can only take the flight. which means more $$... just checked the Air ticket, and it cost $145 before tax.. Faintz.... Train is not an option, cos that would take me at least 2 days. Dilemna.. Decision to be made by sunday. How?!?
Atrocious Pool day
played absolutely crap today. Think I lost to almost everybody I played with today.. With a few occasional wins.... Really tired from the past few days, and my brain is simply refusing to switch off and rest. Just like now, I'm half dead, with 3 hrs of sleep for the past 2days, I'm still seated infront of the com, don't know doing what... zzz ... Should just pop some sleeping pills to knock out....
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Calculus CA
Had the Calculus CA just now.. Was a bit tough.. Didn't know how to do 2qn, haiz.. Sadz... Don't know how I'll fare for it.. At least its over.. only a mere 10%, but studying and preparing like hell.. Crazy module..
Is it right to take back anything that you've already given a person ? I don't think so. but what if the person insist on returning you ? It's a real dilemna... I guess sometimes, to solve some issues, its better to accept it, perhaps its better in the long run. Just got back something from a fren, I think some ppl should know what I'm refering to.
Planing to go for YEP to India, Organised by the Pharm ppl. was asked by fang to join in this trip. I've always wanted to go for a YEP trip. So this could be a nice chance for me to experience it. Though India wasn't my Ideal place to go, nonetheless, everyplace has its own unique experience to gain. Actually didn't really ask my parents for it, Just told them that I'm going, think they were a bit sad, cos my sis is going to Europe during that period of time too. both kids not around, can't help but fill sad I guess. Anyway, its just a thought, get Hua feng to join me, but it seems that he has met with some objections from his parents, need to see how he negiotiate with them.. awaiting his reply. Also need to go through the interview. not 100% can get in either... Shall see how it goes...
Zzz.. I must be nuts. Drank Red Bull just now before the Calculus paper, to get my already tired body to be alert. and now, I'm still awake, just finish playing game. Couldn't help but reward myself with some entertainment. But I've lesson at 8am. Die lar.. confirm cannot wake up in time... tomorrow is a long long day... pool session will not be as good, due to my lack of rest..
Is it right to take back anything that you've already given a person ? I don't think so. but what if the person insist on returning you ? It's a real dilemna... I guess sometimes, to solve some issues, its better to accept it, perhaps its better in the long run. Just got back something from a fren, I think some ppl should know what I'm refering to.
Planing to go for YEP to India, Organised by the Pharm ppl. was asked by fang to join in this trip. I've always wanted to go for a YEP trip. So this could be a nice chance for me to experience it. Though India wasn't my Ideal place to go, nonetheless, everyplace has its own unique experience to gain. Actually didn't really ask my parents for it, Just told them that I'm going, think they were a bit sad, cos my sis is going to Europe during that period of time too. both kids not around, can't help but fill sad I guess. Anyway, its just a thought, get Hua feng to join me, but it seems that he has met with some objections from his parents, need to see how he negiotiate with them.. awaiting his reply. Also need to go through the interview. not 100% can get in either... Shall see how it goes...
Zzz.. I must be nuts. Drank Red Bull just now before the Calculus paper, to get my already tired body to be alert. and now, I'm still awake, just finish playing game. Couldn't help but reward myself with some entertainment. But I've lesson at 8am. Die lar.. confirm cannot wake up in time... tomorrow is a long long day... pool session will not be as good, due to my lack of rest..
Monday, October 1, 2007
Going for World of Wonder
Whee... My sis just bought the Tix to David Copperfields' World of Wonder. Yeah.. going to see the Master of illusion performing right infront of my own eyes. Really looking forward to that, which would be coming in 1 months' time, on 3rd Nov. Was quite lucky to get the first row of the $128 tix. Should have quite a good view from there. I was still thinking about whether to go for the show when I saw the price... but this time round, my sis is treating me to the show, as part of my 21st B'Dae gift. hahah... Nice.. Thanks Sis.. Will be going to watch it with my sis, her bf and her Bf's bro. Erm... perhaps soon to be family.. lolx... Wondering whether that will come in the following yr...
Yest night went to run around 9pm. and by the time I'm back, it was 11.30pm, which was then that I had my dinner... or more like a supper perhaps.. but I've got no choice, Since I can't eat hours before running. So had to run with an empty stomach. And I realised one thing, I can't sleep after the run.. I was super awake.. I know that running releases Endorphin, which would make you happy, and also makes you more alert... but usually after running more than 15km, I would be too tired to feel the effect, and would just fall asleep. I guess I was just not that tired yestereday, and I couldn't sleep till 2.30am..ARhz... was rolling and flipping on the bed. Damn.. caused me to be sleepy while attending the ever boring Organic lecture. Fighting hard against the Zzz Monster... Which I failed at times.. lolz..
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