Wednesday, June 29
Hooray.. today marks the end of the major papers that I have to sit through.. the only paper left would be economics paper 1.. which are basically MCQs. Hopefully there isn't much of a problem.
Today's economics paper 3 was relatively straight-forward, I don't know whether i could score with the essays I've written. Hopefully I have sufficiently answered the question and deserving of some marks.. Literature Paper 4 was not as straight-forward but nevertheless, it was still answerable. just needed some thinking to get you started.
SOmetimes I wonder how I am able to write so many essays and how my fingers have kept me going throughout the exam. Although it is really tiring and my fingers ache like hell, but I guess when you start writing, time passes by and you hardly bother about how your fingers will feel.
I am just so glad that this mid year is almost coming to an end. And I can officially enjoy a little break before mugging begins again..
gotta go..
7:55:00 PM
Tuesday, June 28
nothing much to blog about because it is the exam period. thank goodness there is no paper tomorrow. The next few papers are in wednesday and Friday and I am free after that.. Yay. I have no idea how I managed to survive the 7 freaking essays today. surprisingly my fingers did not hurt as much as they did the last time. Guess it was the pen and the finger bands. Shan't comment on the papers.. probably after the entire exam shall I evaluate the papers one by one.. sleepy.. yawnz..
12:37:00 AM
Sunday, June 26
Guess I won't have time to blog tonight so I might as well do it now.. I will be busy trying to recall all that I can from mylecture notes, textbooks and you name it. While watching Spider-Man. Heeh. I can't afford to miss any movies espcially if it is an exciting movie. I am a TV freak. There is no one day without TV for me.
As I was studying just now, I caught glimpses of the repeat telecast of Project Superstar. (in case you're wondering what the show is about, it is the mandarin version of Singapore Idol) I was just wondering to myself, maybe I was wrong to say that Singapore lacks talented singers cause some of them on the show are really talented and they've got a good voice, and that is all that matters. But still, you've gotta have the weaker ones to enhance the 'goodness' of the better contestants. Haha, some of them couldn't even move to the beat and they are just shaking their bums and moving at the off beat part. totally monkey-ish.
And the judges, waw.. you have to watch it to believe it.. I don't mean to insult them because they are genuinely professionals and probably have experiences that are way beyond my comprehension. But some of them are totally off-tangent. Its a freaking singing competition, why do we need a judge who owns beauty salons to come and fuss over the contestants dressing and make up and hair. It may be true that image like the entire package an idol is promoting, but we can always assign a fashion designer backstage to comment on their dressing after which credit the designer at the end of the show, reight? We don't need some beauty advisor who thinks music is about looking good and stylish and randomly shooting her mouth off at inappropriate moments and giving marks that indicate more of her superficiality than anything else. argh. irritating.
I feel that there are three judges who seriously ought to be replaced or something. cause they totally ruined the show. The two male judges who look a bit gayish and goes around commenting on ppl's dress sense and looks, not like they look any better. And the female judge or aka beauty advisor. Honestly, I only respect Sun Yan Zi's teacher, Lee Wei Song and the last guy, I think it is Liang Wen Fu. Who cares abt the other three judges man. Just when you thought SIngapore Idol had bad judges, wait till you watch Project Superstar.
But I shan't get overly personal about it. I have no qualms with the show really and I think the contestants are very deserving of a place in the show. Well, hopefully they make it big even though I can't really see any of our local singers lifting up to world-class popularity standard. except maybe Sun Yan Zi. Well, I don't know. It is a bit sad that these idols are not really groomed to international standard and that Singapore has really few well-known singers. Look at Taiwan, Japan. lots of them unlike Singapore which you can count the more famous ones with maybe one hand only? Kinda pathetic if you ask me.
I need a break because I am so disturbed by the phone call I received just now. My uncle just told me my cousin was arrested by the police for attempting assault on her husband. Quite a complicate problem actually. Even my parents are trying to figure out her problem, I just pick up bits and pieces of info here and there and try to act knowledgeable. heh. Well, life is complicated because of humans. Hopefully no one is harmed. And my parents aren't even contactable. I wonder where they went to.. Gosh.
Anyway, looks like I've gotta go and continue my mugging quest.
2:04:00 PM
I am so proud of my new blog skin. the first time I saw it, I felt this connection and I knew this was the blog skin I am going to have. for quite some time at least. It took me close to an hour to get the thing to be in a presentable format. I feel that this is a new beginning as after tomorrow, I will be officially entering the next phase of my JC life. It is going to be intense and difficult, fast-pace and wearisome, no one said it would be easy, but I will take every single new thing in stride..
"The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled."
Plutarch
12:53:00 AM
Saturday, June 25
Look here!!
Mrs Leong. our "mother" in band
My beloved Trumpet section.. my juniors rock..
Pictures taken after Montfiesta 8
1:38:00 PM
saturday.. what a nice saturday this is.. The weather is cool and it is raining heavily outside while I am just here by the window blogging. How romantic? I can feel the rush of water droplets across my face and it feels and I do not want this to end. Alright back to reality..having read Eugene's blog, I realise how hardworking everyone is and it seems as though everyone is always and forever trying to compete with who and who is the class. Sickening but it is the fact. Sometimes I wish a were a little smarter, a little more hardworking and a little more dynamic about my lifestyle cause seriously I think my teenage years are just solely wasted, i should say enriched by studying.
Anyway, all that aside, I think my revision is pretty steady, after weeks and weeks, days and days of writng, scribing, hair-grabbing and pen-throwing in mac, coffee bean, school, I can say that I have done my best for the mid years and all the rest will really depend on the actual day. Hopefully I don't blank out or freak out. Yeah.
Montfiesta 8, my secondary school band annual concert. I thought it was pretty well done for a band that was in a disasterous condition after we left them. They just went down, and really down. It almost sounded like a primary school band at this point in time. But two nights ago, thursday night, I was impressed and to some extent touched by their efforts. Their efforts really shine through their playing. Though not perfect, not gold-with-honour standard, but all that matters is that they have put up a wonderful concert that was enjoyable to watch and comforting for a senior to hear.
As a senior, I must say I am very proud of them, especially my juniors. I'm sure they will move on to become great musicians. The highlights were, The Stomp performance and also American Riversong (their SYF choice piece). You can see that they really put in effort for the concert and especially for those two pieces. It was very enjoyable to watch. And last, they played Concerto Damore, a piece that never fails to appear at every Montfiesta, and every year it gets louder and louder and there was this joke going around that the audience will scream and evacuate the minute they hear this song. This year, it was more subtle and controlled but it was also the first time I am sitting in the audience seat listening to the montfort version of concerto, can really tell they love the song.
Alright I shan't go on and on about things. 2 more days to go. Gotta make full use and what's left of it..
11:05:00 AM
Wednesday, June 22
Today was nothing special.. As usual, I went to school for consultation. Ms Quek quickly went through everything. I guess all of them are fine. Well, hoping for the best in mid years as I spent 2/3 of the holidays studying economics. it would be such an irony if the efforts do not reap results. Well, we'll see.
After which I joined Bao Lun and Rickson. It wasn't that productive except for the half an hour which I kept quiet and did quite a lot. The rest were just more and more talking, laughter.. Sigh. It was about 6.30pm or so when Khairah and Rohani joined us. At first they didn't recognise me and thought some mad guy was waving at them. Then upoon closer look they realise it was me. Guess it is the hair and glasses. HAhah. Basically, it continued to be unproductive after they joined us. In fact the laughter became louder and more contagious. It was simply too difficult to stop. Darn. I shouldn't have added oil to the fuel and spiced up the conversation. After Rickson and Bao Lun left, it was seemingly more productive as there were moments I jyst sat there and did my work. But nevertheless, we became distracted when we started talking about our classmates, and reality TVs, and many other things. It was funny, interactive (it is always the case when I talked to the both of them, they are such nice people to talk to). Then we realise that the sky was already dark and it seems like we were the few souls left in the canteen so we decided to pack our bags and leave.
I bought durian to eat, sudden craving for it. And the smell refuses to go away. Hope I don't wake up with a bad breath tomorrow. Gotta wash my teeth.
4 more days to go.. It will take a miracle for me to do well in mid years..
11:19:00 PM
Tuesday, June 21
Today.. I went to school to meet Mr Wee for consultation for guess what? he "Pang Seh" me. But can't blame him, I guess he has something really urgent to attend to. Anyway I studied in school with Marlina and Eugene. I saw some familar faces like Justin, Hui Koon, Zheng Yi and Xuan Wei. Also Rickson and Bao Lun. Pretty cool to see so many ppl working so hard for the exams. Guess this mid year is really a slave driver.. making everyone go crazy over it. Well, what can I say when I am part of this system.
After studying for about 4 hours or so, I realise it was time to leave. I had to meet Serena at Tampines Mall. Its been a long time since I last saw her and I thought it will cool to meet up and catch up on many things. Anyway we ate dinner at Pasta Mania, Sausage Baked Rice. not too bad. In fact it was awesome. way better than the stupid Pizza Hut's. We talked a lot over dinner. She told me everything about her workplace and life after A levels. And I told her how tough JC life is but she told me I will get used to it and will feel so relieved when it is over. Well, I hope so. But first, I gotta start working real hard for the thing. By the way, she will be leaving for Malaysia tomorrow with her good friend. Hope she enjoys herself and I'm sure she will.
After dinner we went to catch a movie. Mr And Mrs Smith which I thought was pretty cool. It wasn't one of the bimbotic shows you would expect. It was pretty exciting I must say to see the two hot celebrities strut their stuff on screen and fight it out. I must say the fight scenes were intense. And Angelina Jolie is hot man. I finally get to see her juicy lips. It was so so sexy. And coupled by Brad Pitt's beautiful physique. Both of them made up the prefect couple. And their house, it is beyond words. Such house should not exist. It is so grand, so extravagant that it seems like a fairy-tale castle. Anyway trust me, go catch the movie. It is pretty worth it.
6 more days to mid years. tired but still have to press on.
12:25:00 AM
Saturday, June 18
wow.. I am truly amazed and overwhelmed by what the year1s have put up for the year2s. I must say they spent a lot of effort trying to get this BBQ to materialise. And to spread the news, preapre the food and stuff, handling the situation, making sure it wasn't too boring or awkward. I take my hat off for the year 1s. You guys are probably the most enthusiatic bunch of people that i have ever come across in my life. Hopefully you guys will keep up the spirit and lead the band to greater heights, and I am sure you guys will.
It's kind of sad to realise that I am leaving the band, or for that matter, I have left the band. Simply because I am going to miss out so much fun these people are going to create for the band. The thought of having to plunge myself back into my vigorous study schedule simply switches my mind to screen saver mode. But nevertheless, I must say, even though it is a cliche, that there is nothing in this world that lasts forever, and everything will eventually come to an end. But I am just very very greatful that I was once part of this big MJCSB family.
I felt good after giving out the, erm, farewell gifts to those priviledged 15 people. And it was really nice seeing their faces lit up with a smile. I guess I enjoy making people feel happy and joyous, especially during such a period when everyone is probably so exhausted and weary of having to step back into school in another one week's time. I guess the gift serve as a little consolation and motivation for these 15 important people who have seen me through the best time of my life. Not forgetting other amazing people as well, I was really in a rush when I made these gifts so I had to limit my choice. But just want to let every one of them know that they are equally important to me as anyone is. And finally not forgetting the badge that Xuan Wei made for the entire section, each of us have one. And the badge is a simple photo with all of us in it but it encapsulates so much happy memories that we share in this band. Thanks dude, you're an awesome junior to have. I am dying to upload my photos soon and probably develop some of them if I can. But guess I am too tired now to do anything. Gotta sleep and wake up to a new day tmr. see ya. nitez.
1:15:00 AM
Wednesday, June 15
It is approaching am midnight and I am still here trying to do some reading on utopian writings. But it seems like I am spending more time talking to Serena and Zheng Hong rather than reading the websites. Whatever.
It has been very nice talking to both of them. School Life, work, movies, band, anything under the sun, you name it, our conversation covers them. Its pretty cool as we start philosophising (erm I doubt that;s the way i spell it but anyway) and exploring our lives and surroundings. And it seems to be a common trend or evolves around similar things. And I am very appreciative of her wise advices to me because they never fail to enlighten me. And her words of encouragement are phenomenal. I guess such encouraging words are essential for a desperate man in desperate times. Just when i am caught up with studying and getting all stressed up, her words do mean a lot. Thanks.
As for Zheng Hong's side, I was really tickled by the conversation we had. It started off with his chalet at Aloha Changi and we drifted to talking about transvestite. Gosh. It was so damn funny. And I don't know how the conversation went on to talk about Digimons. And so we went on and on about the digimon gadgets we use to own. And we would go around finding gullible kids like us and say something like"hey you, wanna jogres". gosh. that term "jogres" I almost forgot what that means. I told him I think I must have looked damn stupid as a kid then. running around like headless chickens finding ppl to battle and franctically pressing the ultimate cheatcode and ensures victory all the time. Ah. so funny. Oh my god, why is there trumpet sound coming from below. scare the hell out of me!! shan't be bothered with it. Anyway, yar, I found it really amusing that ever since I stepped into JC I hardly talked about such childhood stuff. It is like it has become part of a lost memory that is hidden beneath my brain. And it feels good to dig it out and have a good laugh over it. Interesting.
Anyway I ought to thank both of them for cheering me up in the middle of the night. It made my day, er what's left of it. I was feeling a little lousy before that but I feel much better now. ready for a sleep and recharge for tmr. see ya.
one last thing. I just remembered I watched BIRTH (Nicole KIdman) with Eugene. I rented the VCD. And I found the movie pretty interesting. Interesting way of filming, interesting presentation and the plot is unique, Twisted and disturbing but enlightening. Anyway thanks to Eugene for studying with me at coffee bean and mac and libraries all these while. He has been a great companion for studying. Questions ask him, jokes also share with him. And he always tolerates your nonsense. Even when I leave him to study while I go to the arcade to chill out. Hehe. Anyway yupz. keep that up, we will continue studying till we reach our final goal, A level. I'm sure you will do well, as for me? I'll try but maybe not as well as you. seeya.
12:57:00 AM
Sunday, June 12
the exams are in like another . erm 20 days time. and I am in no way prepared to sit for any of the papers. I am just randomly choosing topics to study esp for history and I will probably end up spotting topics. Econs is just churning out more and more essay maps as I can practice writing and revise at the same time. Lit, don't even talk abt it, I have not touch any of my texts for weeks. I think I've gotta go and find them and blow of the dust and jolly well sit down studying and throw the thought of going into the examination venue and crap my way through.
I haven been really out anywhere chilling out except going to mac, coffee bean, airport to study. (oh the cursed word, even the mention of this word turns me off) or should I say attempt to study.(although ppl have this believe that I mug 24-hrs a day, uh *cough* Joel?, well I don't.. seriously!! ) Some of the days were really unproductive as I ended up talking to my friends and laughing at some silly jokes. Funny but I will suffer in the end. But I thought the days when I was alone at mac very pretty productive. I could sit there for a few hours and just mug and mug, with my mp3 player plug to my ear and a cup of ice lemon tea on the table. I think I should do that more often.
I just went to Rickson's blog and saw the pictures he took at er. that place. yeah. Kota Tinggi. From the pictures, I could tell these bunch of people, I mean the geog students were having lots of fun. though they were the for study-trip but i bet they had fun over there. Awesome. Just looking at the picture makes me wanna go there instead of being trapped in here, hougang, Singapore. Sigh.
I can't wait for mid-years to be over even though it spells a greater disaster waiting ahead. hmm..
11:52:00 AM
Tuesday, June 7
oh.. did I say i bought my mp3 player?? Creative Zen Micro. Awesome. Black one. I went with Joel to the Creative Headquarters to buy it. Before that Khairah and Shaline were there. Khairah bought the same model as mine. I was so happy that I got myself a good mp3 at quite a reasonable price of $363. Although I took a long time to decide, I thought I had made a good choice and sufficiently weigh the pros and cons.
These days I have been spending a lot. I feel. First I bought an mp3 player (my parents were away in China and I called and said i was going to buy it, and guess what they said. go ahead. shock), then I watched 3 movies within one and a half week. Amityvile Horror, Star Wars and Madagascar (horrible show). and I think this holiday I have more movies on the list. Argh. need more money. I feel bad for spending so much money even before I start working.
what else did I spend on? oh although I didn't spend any money on the Adidas sports wear and Reebok windbreaker I bought. I felt bad that I spent that $100 voucher so carelessly. Anyway those were the only things I could buy. I had shoes and there was no need for another. other stuff were too expensive to buy and I will only get one item. SO i got a set of Adidas sportswear, reebok windbreaker and a headband. yeah. i think this will be the last time I purchase any more shirts this year. the next time will probably at the end of the year after I start working and get my first pay.
my skin is recovering after I've been to a doctor. At least now I can sleep in peace and not have to scratch at night. We went to another doctor as my Dad wanted me to but it cost much more and the doctor was really nasty. I shldn't doubt his ability, but he didn't seem qualified to me. And he was dismissing my dad and I whenever we asked him question. Guess I should go back to my own doctor next time round. Anyway i will have to go to my own doctor to get the report for my skin so I can produce it during the NS medical checkup. troublesome but good as long as I can wiggle my way out of the tortures inside. alright. tired but still have to study. see ya.
7:46:00 PM
Friday, June 3
oh god. my skin is killing me.. itching and painful like hell.. This is the period where i detest the most. my skin problem is like a seasonal thing, it only comes due to certain factors
1. the weather is scorching hot
2. I didn't watch my appetite and ate lots of junk food
3. I am under a lot of stress
4. Mentality
of all these, I think they are all responsible for my condition. the third one is probably something I cannot control. I think it is time I should see a skin specialist and get a report so as to aid my NS medical checkup procedure as well.
even though the stress level is intensifying as the workload piles, I am very grateful for two important in my life and they are my parents. they have been very understanding and gave me the energy that kept me going in my studies at the same time. They have been urging me to take a break if there is a need and not push myself to the edge. they constantly tell me that as long as I did my best, I should be glad and they will be happy for me. But there is this sense of guilt I feel towards them if I do not perform well for my studies and I have been trying hard to do well, hopefully this time my efforts will pay off. But nevertheless, I thank them for being so patient and supportive of me throughout this journey. And I hope that at the end of the day I will do them proud.
8:13:00 PM
| Your Birthdate: January 8 |
Born on the 8th day of the month, you have a special gift for business, as you can conceive and plan on a grand scale.
You have good executive skills and you're a good judge of values.
You should try to own your own business, because you have such a strong desire to be in control.
You are generally reliable when it comes to handling money; you can be trusted in this regard.
Idealistic by nature, you are never too busy to spend some time on worthwhile causes, especially if managerial support are needed.
There is much potential for material success associated with this number. |
What Does Your Birth Date Mean?
8:01:00 PM
Look here!!
Mrs Leong. our "mother" in band
My beloved Trumpet section.. my juniors rock..
