My Aspirations are My Possibilities

Blog Dead.

2009-09-25T09:26:00.002+08:00

Not Just Yet.

2009-09-03T06:11:00.008+08:00

It's been awhile. Aug 09 is easily the most enriching time of my entire existence.

Opera House, Oslo, Norway

From experiencing a jet lag yet remaining in awe at the beauty of St Gallen and Interlaken in Switzerland to the feeling of insecurity yet can't help but fall in love with the beauty of Budapest, Hungary. The beautifully expensive Vienna in Austria left a sense of satisfaction with our extensive coverage in such a short time. Then came the insatiable urge to stay in Prague, Czech Republic. 3 days definitely ain't enough! Shopping, Sightseeing... Italy was next on the itinerary, the flitting memory of Milan speaks for itself, this is followed by an extremely unique and somewhat mystical Venice, an extremely disappointing Pisa, an artsy Florence, and scorching yet immensely attractive Rome. London was awesome, the bustling city of people and lights, along with familiar street names that throng its streets (hint: a board game we played since young). I had this thought of settling down in London, England in the future. Hmm. A visit to the City of Bath was one of the highlights of my stay in England. Aug 09 ended with a freezing summer temperature yet heartfelt warmth in Oslo, Norway

Now? I'm home in Helsinki, Finland, settling down, taking a breather.

Photos? Entries? Not Just Yet.

Ready to embrace Sept '09. =)

Leavin'

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

十二点凌晨交界
黎明前天还是黑的
自由了我的灵魂
我狂奔着拼命追不会停歇
血液里留着颓废到哪里都向着明天
天亮了另个起点告别从前

～奔

It's 12am. I'm gonna board the plane. 13 hours flight! See you all 6 months later!

PS: Follow me on ~~twitter~~ facebook for more spontaneous updates.

买东西吃东西!

2009-07-26T00:37:00.000+08:00

终于有空和雅慧妹去买东西吃东西！妹介绍我吃 MOF 的日本料理， stone rice 和很好吃的 dessert！随后开始逛街，在一间新的戏院看电影 “Sunshine Cleaning！，再继续逛街。到了MUJI 时终于找到了旅行需要／可用的包包！

PS: I'm leaving in a few days! I'll be in Europe until next year, going places, touring and studying! As much as i miss home, Im thankful for this opportunity to experience and travel. =)

The Answer Is ... (part 2)

2009-07-19T08:54:00.001+08:00

Before things get overwhelming and i get real busy again (sigh), here's the second instalment of Stef Sun's concert. >>>

答案是 ... (part 2)

~爱从零开始而那一秒钟已经遗失等有一天我们的名字都换了新的地址
爱从零开始测验两个人有多理智等翻出了最初写的字才发现刚开始多爱彼此 (爱从零开始)

~我不爱　不能爱你给的未来
我不爱　不能爱你离开了我的现在
离开现在不回来再等待等什么没有你没有爱存在 (我不爱)

~谁爱得太自由谁过头太远了
谁要走我的心谁忘了那就是承诺
谁自顾自地走谁忘了看着我
谁让爱变沉重谁忘了要给你温柔 (我怀念的)

~爱是愚人的国度不能自拔不懂退出
我们都回不去最初曾美丽但还是不满足 (愚人的国度)

~我遇见谁　会有怎样的对白
我等的人　他在多远的未来
我听见风来自地铁和人海
我排着队　拿着爱的号码牌 (遇见)

~看你穿跃云端飞得很高站在山上的我大声叫喔～
也许你呀不会听到把梦想找到要过得更好 (风筝)

~我不难过这不算什么
只是为什么眼泪会流我也不懂
就让我走让我开始享受自由
回忆很多你的影子也会充满我生活
我并不懦弱你比谁都懂
虽然寂寞这会是我最后的宽容 (我不难过)

~感觉对了我要出发用我自己的步伐
告别所有旧的想法别害怕不像话 (超快感)

~开始吧狂奔的起跑线
视觉像电影剪辑着从前
心跳正在扑通天上飞拼命追
I Will Go This Way (奔)

~一个人的勇敢能和谁分享
喜悦后的悲伤在没人的地方
深呼吸继续往上 (Stefanie)

~我爱上让我奋不顾身的一个人
我以为这就是我所追求的世界
然而横冲直撞被误解被骗
是否成人的世界背后总有残缺
我走在每天必须面对的分岔路
我怀念过去单纯美好的小幸福
爱总是让人哭让人觉得不满足
天空很大却看不清楚好孤独 (天黑黑)

~触电般不可思议像一个奇迹划过我的生命里
不同于任何意义你就是绿光如此的唯一 (绿光)

~我以为无路后退反复证明这份爱有多不对
背对着你如此漆黑忍住疲惫
睁开眼打开窗才发现你就是光芒！(逆光)

~道别是为延续回忆永恒的华丽 (The Moment)

The Answer Is ... (part 1)

2009-07-15T00:58:00.001+08:00

答案是 ... (part 1)

~ 约定好醒来之后要再次回到未来陪我梦游 (梦游)

~ 带着梦继续不落地飞行 (梦不落)

~ 时空换换换你回到过去轮回转转转又回到了这里好神奇 (神奇)

~ 我会在沿海地带等着潮汐更改学着忍耐
不再怕伤害不再怕期待潜意识那才是我真爱 (我的爱)

~ 偶尔觉得　真是糟糕什么都与我无关
摸摸身边　大家都在那孤单只是想像
哪有什么好去忧伤　笨蛋 (作战)

~ 唉懒得去管顺其自然天空为你我而蓝
烦脑抛开脑袋空白糊里糊涂也不坏 (懒得去管)

~ 谁比谁好能差到多少
迟早都要向上帝报到
既然坏的通通戒不掉用力思考 (咕叽咕叽)

~ 风停了又吹我忽然想起谁
天亮了又黑我过了好几岁
心暖了又灰世界
有时候孤单的很需要另一个同类
爱收了又给我们都不太完美
梦作了又碎我们有几次机会　
去追不晓得为什么爱又稀少又昂贵 (同类)

~ 才发现关于梦的答案一直在自己手上
只有自己能让自己发光 (逃亡)

~ 痛恨堕落肆无惮忌的挥霍别人怎么说心都碎了还管别人怎么说 (累赘)

~ 我要一所大房子有很大的落地窗户阳光洒在地板上也温暖了我的被子 (完美的一天)

~ 你可不必问我这么高兴这么得意这么快活到底为什么就是你来问我
我也不想我也不能我也不会老实对你说

~ 第一天我存在第一次呼吸畅快站在地上的脚踝因为你而有真实感 (第一天)

~ 被现实推挤梦想会变形执着让人觉得好吃力 (眼神)

PS: Thank 'You' and 'You' for the front row seats. Thank 'You' for the photos. =)

Lesson Learnt.

2009-07-12T08:32:00.009+08:00

Yesterday, i attended Stefanie Sun's "The Answer is..." concert and and it was AWESOME. Now, i have a hard time deciding whether i enjoy A-mei's concert more or Stef's. My heart is leaning towards the latter though, given the overall presentation and improvements she's shown! =P However, that's an entry for another time.

I learnt an extremely important lesson yesterday. I learnt the importance to control one's tongue, be it the physical body part itself, or the stuff posted online. Apparently, people are taking what i say on my blog, on my Msn nick (like wtf right), and using it against people i know. I've been told i really have to be more careful, and i guess i need to re-evaluate my msn contact list. Who knows when your secondary, college, uni mates will end up betraying you. zzZ

PS: That's the ONLY picture i have so far from the concert, which my ~~primary~~ secondary school mate whom i haven't seen in 1000 years came up to me, took with me and uploaded onto facebook at such amazing speed. =P More to come, when i get the awesome photos.

"Light the Way!"

2009-07-11T10:47:00.004+08:00

"We Sing Glory, We Sing Glory to the King, We Sing Glory to the One and only One whom we will sing!!!"

我.

2009-07-03T11:08:00.013+08:00

2nd post of the day (since i'm free now...)

Results of my colour personality test.

"You are probably an introverted, indifferent sort of person.

You aren't necessarily emo or really hateful, though you can be.

You just aren't bubbly and happy all the time like yellows, oranges, and pinks.

In fact, you probably have a hard time putting up with people who ARE happy all of the time.

You are probably intelligent and artistic, and maybe a little bit of a loner.

You do have friends, you just don't mind being alone. Gives you time to think.

You are a little blunt, and you usually tell it like it is.

You are classy, and simplicity goes a long way with you.

You can be a little off-beat, your interests may not go with "the norm".

As for your friends, you love them deeply.

You may not have many close friends, but you choose them carefully.

You are incredibly loyal to your friends, and they know they can count on you.

You'd do just about anything for them, and they know it.

You probably don't show your feelings so much, but you do have feelings. Deep ones, too.

You feel things deeply, and you can be passionate - you just don't show it.

Your sense of humor is probably a little dark, but you do love to laugh.

You can be totally crazy when you open up, but you rarely do.

You, in a nutshell: Classy, introverted, loyal, a bit of a loner, unique, edgy, deep, artistic, crazy (rarely), intelligent. BLACK! ."

=) Wow, every single line pierces, spot on description of my personality. *continues to stare in awe*

The Proposal.

2009-07-03T08:28:00.002+08:00

1st post of the day (one more coming up..)

This film made me laugh out loud a couple of times when i watched it yesterday.

The Proposal, although spotting some familiarity with other romantic comedies, is actually a notch higher due to it's strong casts.

This refreshing pairing of both gorgeous Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock, along with their chemistry, made this show worth a watch..

It totally made my (not so good) day end on a happier note.!

Definitely a Must Watch!!!

Err, but you guys gotta wait a while before Sg releases it. zzZ.

Not Just Yet.

2009-06-30T17:23:00.006+08:00

Currently Listening to: 分生－张惠妹

This morning, it dawned on me, that i'm really leaving, i'm really doing this.

Many weeks ago, we were still debating our itinerary prior to the start of the semester. Our itinerary underwent 2 major changes and was finally finalized. A few weeks back, we booked were deciding between the two available airlines to book tickets from. We even traveled down to get a quotation from each. 2 weeks ago, i personally settled all Hostel bookings while Jy settled all Internal flights bookings. Just last week, $100 spent on cab because of the rigidity and incompetency of sad to say, my school's administration. I shan't dwell much into it since i'm learning to forgive.

Now, at this moment, i'm sweeping out my wardrobe, deciding which to bring, what goes into my luggage, what goes into my backpack.

I really am leaving... that reality never stood out any clearer until today. I know it's something i have to do but...

4 weeks.

I'm guess I'm not ready to leave. yet.

Conclusion.

2009-06-25T12:40:00.007+08:00

"我们都回不去最初，曾美丽但还是不满足"

The ending of one chapter in life

Where old friends become strangers.

When strangers become your new friends.

..Life goes on.

Leaving in 5 weeks.

Stay(ing) Real.

2009-06-22T11:18:00.003+08:00

Currently Listening to: Mmm Papi - Britney Spears

Last week was really crazy. On the up side, i was bright and sunny the entire week i didn't realise how fast time passes. Moreover, i was online most of the time because of wireless @ sg. It's amazing how contactable i can be. =P Ok, i admit i was a little put off by some people during the planning of the trip but everything is slowly falling in place and i've learnt the lesson on 'forgiveness' from C and from reading the bible.

So i received the email saying that the acceptance package is on the way. The airtickets are booked, and the hostels will be booked in a few hours. I'm leaving in ... 6 weeks! I guess the knowing that you'll be away in 6 weeks time and won't be back in Sg until next year keeps me on a constant high and an occasional low along the way. I think i'll miss home. Hmm... I'm gonna start packing really soon! It's finally starting to feel ... real. Oh and i did a little of shopping over the weekend. I bought a pair of boots that i fell in love with at first sight! It's a little pricey but it's really gorgeous. I also bought some winter clothes and inner and outer wear which amounted to SGD 500 bucks. Seriously, i'm gonna survive on bread for the next 6 months.

I met up with several friends from my schooling and army life over the past week. The vast difference of comfortability i experienced when hanging with the various groups set me thinking. I reached a conclusion today. I realised that the reason why people grow apart is because some move on faster than others. The resulting difference in frequencies cause gatherings to be all about reminiscing the past, and very briefing touching on the 'now'. It's difficult to talk about the 'now' because I do not know if people understand what I'm doing, why I'm doing it and what I've been through this entire time. I'm not sure I'm willing and ready to share, to squeeze months of happenings into a couple of hours... Hmm... i guess you have to be constantly around to live in the now.

... it's all about pursuing our interests and staying grounded to reality at the same time..

Hort.

2009-06-17T14:47:00.001+08:00

I haven't been online much these 2 weeks, except for 'work' stuff. I haven't been replying sms-es too, because i always end up so tired at the end of each day. But it's improving. I'm pretty consistent on Twitter though, so save me the hassle, read my updates there. Alternatively, a phone call would be good. Peter Laoshi called me last night and we had a pretty good chat. =)

Went to Hort earlier this week, pretty interesting place, i'd definitely return to further explore the place when time permits. Alright, shall share some photos taken, and a song whose lyrics i find rather meaningful (even though i feel she can't really sing).

I can almost see it

That dream I am dreaming
But there's a voice inside my head saying
"You'll never reach it"

Every step I'm taking 
Every move I make feels
Lost with no direction 
My faith is shaking  

But I gotta keep trying 
Gotta keep my head held high  

The struggles I'm facing 
The chances I'm taking 
Sometimes might knock me down 
But no, I'm not breaking  

I may not know it 
But these are the moments that 
I'm gonna remember most, yeah 
Just gotta keep going  

And I, I got to be strong 
Just keep pushing on 

There's always gonna be another mountain
I'm always gonna wanna make it move 
Always gonna be a uphill battle 
Sometimes I'm gonna have to lose  

Ain't about how fast I get there 
Ain't about what's waiting on the other side 

It's the climb  

~The Climb (Miley Cyrus)

I'm leaving in a matter of weeks. There are so many things to prepare, to finish and there are also many things i know i'll miss. But this is something i want to do too, I'm really lucky i get to do it at such a young age. =) Oh and dreams die, especially in the sea of aimlessness, don't try to convince yourself otherwise.

Tweet Tweet!!!

2009-06-13T23:48:00.011+08:00

*me and Elmo! waiting to head to ZQ's bday*

Tweet Tweet!!! I'm on Twitter!

I'd be updating Twitter whenever possible when i'm in Europe. =)

Follow me HERE!!!

NCORE!

2009-06-06T00:45:00.007+08:00

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I own quite a number of merchandises from there and am a fan of "Outer-Space" clothes. I especially LOVE the caps as they not only look stylish, they also help me save time since i need not style my hair! =P. I'm also quickly falling in love with StayReal which has really unique clothes designs!

That said, NCORE held its Launch Party @ Zirca on 13th January 2009!

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Turn(ing) to Stone

2009-06-01T07:42:00.010+08:00

Currently Listening to: And so it Goes - Billy Joel

Photographed by Miss C @ Food Street

I haven't posted photos in a long while so in case my dear friends forgot how i look like. I'm spotting a neat hairstyle now! Ok, I don't think anyone's interested. MAybe i'll delete that photo in a couple of days.

Anyway, I think this will be my last proper entry in awhile. It's of course debatable how you define 'proper' but I'm know what i meant when i said this so take my word for it! I'd just be clearing advertorials and posting random photos. =P

I was reflecting the month of May while I was in the car, along the expressway, on the way home last night.

I realised how peaceful life has been since examinations ended in early May, with the exception of a few events where i'm required to dress up, everything has been simple and happy. The luxury of time on my side means i can afford to do things i like, read books, study music, or having naps! With the exception of the ditch i fell into in the post-results era, the entire month has been enriching. I've been studying/listening to the likes of Michael Buble, Ingrid Michaelson, Alexander Rybak and many others. Lately, i've also started listening to Stef's songs again, kinda like revising for her concert next month, i still can remember most of the songs + lyrics ok!

ChongQing once mentioned to me that the mood of my blog is very negative, and it gives off the vibe that i'm a very 悲观 person. Hmm... I'm not!!! It's just that unhappy stuff usually acts as a trigger for me to blog. In reality, i'm a happy person most of the time even though i'm not that smiley a person, and i'm not one to smile at strangers. I guess that's what makes me real, which is not what i can say for some people i knew. Keyword here being knew.

Last Friday, i attended KE's performance at Esplanade with Cindy, Don and Jarrod. I cannot remember the last time i was at Esplanade, and i definitely do not remember the event or the people i went with. Anyway, they sounded really good! That set me thinking, how good is good? How good do i have to be to be considered good?

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;

In all you ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight. [Proverbs 3:5-6]

Alrighty, that's about all i have to share for now. The title for this entry is completely irrelevant. It's from a song by Ingrid Michaelson called 'Turn to Stone'. Go youtube it if you're interested.

Yeah, i updated! Check out my Tweets for more spontaneous updates.

快乐是选择! =)

2009-05-25T07:38:00.007+08:00

I'm feeling better already!

Thanks for the consolations and encouraging words!

I'm going to be really busy with the impending tripS come June!

Planning planning planning...

So eggciting!

未知的岁月有多么多姿多彩由我自己来主宰

Point Proven.

2009-05-22T04:07:00.001+08:00

Currently Listening to: 作战－孙燕姿

After one night of reflecting the reason for the drop in grades and the plunge of my Gpa. Here's what i have to say. When it comes to academics, the only thing i can do is to work hard on my part. I'm pretty sure i've done my best so there's nothing i can do if the results come out otherwise.

I've said in one of my entries many months back that 曾经努力不一定有收获, now i'm very sure it's a reality that hardwork doesn't necessary deliver good results and that phrase deserves like a repeat of 1000 times to be ingrained into my head.

曾经努力不一定有收获
曾经努力不一定有收获
曾经努力不一定有收获
曾经努力不一定有收获
曾经努力不一定有收获

At certain depressing moments during the reflection, i did ask myself "how much harder do i have to work???" heh.

I know grades do not define me as a person, and life is everything but grades. But where's the stepping stone if my grades suck?

Sometimes, I'm so disgusted with myself i think my shadow's gonna run way.

Revelation.

2009-05-21T09:41:00.004+08:00

Currently Listening to: On My Knees - Jaci Valesquez

It took me days to decide how i'm going to bring this across and i haven't found the perfect way but i guess it's something i have to get off my chest.

This past week has been extremely 'educational' for me. I attended an event where i met a lot of 'old friends', some i haven't seen in more than a year and a handful whom i've meet at a recent fashion show. Many of the conversations went like this, with uniform questions and me giving uniform replies..

"Hello how are you?"

"Hi, I'm good."

"Hey what are you doing now?"

"Hello, I'm doing good I'm good."

It's a fact that many things can happen in a year and considering the lack of contact for the past one year, i would have given a more straightforward answer like this..

"Hello, i don't know you well enough (anymore) to have this conversation".

While some people stay and stick close to you in life, many don't. I'm content with the people i have now so forgive me if i seem less interested in making pointless conversations.

On another occasion, i returned to a place where i picked up my basics in vocal training. I wasn't surprised that change wasn't evident there. The people whom i've come to known because of a past performance are still there, rehearsing for their upcoming performances. I missed those days where we all had fun, i do, but I've moved on.

It took me awhile to convince myself that I've made the right decision.My musicality has definitely increased over the past few months even though there are still many many aspects to work on. Then again, sometimes, the loneliness gets to me. I have to constantly strive for improvement, and I guess this is the part that sucks and make me miss those fun times playing music with everyone again. Then again, this constant comparison with myself is what pushes me forward, to improve. How contradicting. How pathetic, i don't even know what i want. Hopefully He will tell when the time comes..

“Because of your faith it will happen.” (Matthew 9:29)

Lastly, i want to thank the staff at Kbox Cine for the great service, along with all the complementary food and drinks. Thank You! =)

The Drama that defines Great Television.

2009-05-16T01:18:00.003+08:00

Currently Listening to: All Love - Ingrid Michaelson

This has got to be the most intense season finale ever. It's been a few hours since i watched the season finale of Grey's Anatomy Season 5 and i'm still experiencing mixed emotions of awe and shock. Dwelling into the episode any further would cause me to start bawling again. And.. talking about cliffhangers, i bet you've never experienced one like this.

This season (season 5) has been a a ride of a lifetime, it's undeniably my favourite season to date and i'm sure many others think so too, considering it's the no. 1 most viewed drama in the US, falling just behind American Idol.

Here's why i absolutely loved this season. I loved how in this season, Der and Mer were uber sweet, all these sweetness however, was preceded by a dream, a nightmare that revolves around losing a loved one. It was my idea of a good introduction to the season, and to indicate that fear always exists in happy endings. I personally felt there were three climaxes this season, and i love all of them. The death-roll prisoner story-line was intriguing, and it leads on to the crashing of one of the most brilliant surgeons on the show. This is linked with the season's biggest storyline, where a beloved member of the cast was taken ill. I was bawling like a cow for the weeks leading to the season finale and the season finale blew me away. One other fantastic part of this season would be the cross-over which went on for a couple of weeks. Maybe it's just me but i feel the script for this season was awesome, Shonda totally rocked it.

Alright, back to the finale. It was intense on all levels and for all characters. It was rosy for some of the cast - Mer and Der were really sweet which Lex and Mark were adorable. Chris and Owen finally worked things out. However, it was so intense for the others. Alex and Izz's storyline was heartbreaking, especially the part where he stood there helpless as she died.I hate it when Bailey cries, it really gets to me. The George storyline was ... unexpected and it tore me apart. The final scene where Izzie met George, it was really really good. Alex (Justin Chambers) deserves an Emmy and so does the entire Season.

Now, it's time to heal and await Season 6.

Angels and Demons.

2009-05-15T11:22:00.007+08:00

When J told me he had free tkts to Angels and Demons, I vaguely remembered my failed attempt to complete the novel many months back. The film turned out to be surprisingly good.

This film was awesome in so many aspects. I loved the pace, the development and the revelation. I wasn't expecting the twist at the end. Charlene kindly reminded me that i would've known the existence of the twist if i'd read the book til the very end. I'm glad i didn't, as the surprise ending made my day and a rating of 4/5 for the film.

It's even more awesome knowing that i'd actually be flying to Vatican City and Rome in 2 months time.

Oh, and i've picked up the novel, again, and i prefer the novel.

The Game of Life.

2009-05-08T03:03:00.003+08:00

Currently Listening to: Lost - Michael Bublé

Photo taken at Illuma, Bugis.

Recently, life has dealt an ugly card to a friend of mine. It was unexpected from all levels, but it really exemplifies the unpredictability of life. It's no a question of fairness, it's an issue of whether you have made full use of the time before that. Life sometimes works is ways we do not understand, the closing of this door might mean the opening of a dozen others. The sad reality is, most of the time, we only get one shot at certain things. Many a times, the moment when we realize that we have to make the best of the opportunity bestowed upon us is also the same moment when it slips through our fingers. Like i said, the closing of one door might mean the opening of others, but that same door would most probably never open again. Then again, sometimes, you have to open your own doors ...

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Lovin' the Pace.

2009-05-04T00:55:00.003+08:00

Currently Listening to: Faces - Electrico

Photo taken @ "Black and Bling" event, Zouk.

I love this thing that's going on for me.

I love lazing in bed until the sun shines in.

I love lazy mornings! =P

I love only getting busy come afternoons.

I love that I’m improving.

I love that this continual improvement is constant, if not exponential.

I love that I’m working with new materials.

I love that these new sounds intrigue me.

I love how I’m being motivated to 'study' and prepare them.

I love that I’m not a slob when it comes to this.

I love the occasional busy nights.

I love the catching over dinner time with friends.

I love that i have less of a need for clubs, loud music and alcohol.

I love peaceful nights, movie or music, suits fine.

I love this thing that's going on for me.

I love the pace.

PS: Check out my updated Movies page HERE.

Photo-entry coming soon! 2 months worth of photos!!! Ok.... maybe not so soon. =P

Healing with Time.

2009-04-30T18:47:00.000+08:00

受过伤的记忆

一直都还没有痊愈

需要被隔离

需要更多的空气.

我让自己相信

终于在长期折磨里

得到免疫.

PS: I lik how this picture was shot, love the background and its many colours. =) Life has been good, feeling better already too! Thanks Chinchin, LT and YH! =O

Starry Starry Night?

2009-04-27T18:16:00.000+08:00

Currently Listening to: Libertine - Mylene Farmer

View of the stage from where i was seated.

Star Awards 2009 turned out to be one with little surprises. Initially everything was good -allocated front row seats and invitation to the post event party. I teared when brother Chor meng won, clapped hard when Joanne took the honour. However, the show was a tad too boring to keep my interest going. I lost count of the number of times I yawned, and was constantly sms-ing some others who were in the theatre too. The recipients really should work on coming up with better speeches and i felt the methods used to cut off awardees speecheswas highly distasteful. Some of the speeches were touching, while others all sounded almost the same and one sounded like he was reading off a badly written script and he didn't know what he was saying half the time. Saw a lot of friends and ex-friends. The show finally ended after a long 3 hours and I was looking forward to food and drinks at the reception when my ride insisted on leaving. Seeing that I had no other way of getting out of the place, I was left with no choice but to forgo the after-party. I'm not that big a person to forgive and forget but i guess it's good in a way because i do not need to wear a smile at all times.

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矛盾.

2009-04-23T12:19:00.000+08:00

Oh, the time has come for my dreams to be heard

They will not be pushed aside and turned.

I'm cherishing and enjoying my privacy a tad too much these days... which is probably the reason why i've been blogging lesser than usual nowadays.

Anyhow, i'd be attending a glamour event this weekend with the new toy i purchased today! I'm still getting used to it's interface but i love it. By the way, what should i wear?

PS: i think everyone should have the courtesy to reply SMS-es since people took the effort to SMS. It's downright rude to not reply.

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4 - 2 = 2

2009-04-19T00:43:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Suddenly I See - KT Tunstall

I took a break from studying and witnessed something refreshing ~~today~~ yesterday. It was the baptism of 2 people very close to my heart. Had fun catching up with Yahui. I also met some people i haven't seen in a while... and i decided never to let myself live in a well, ever. Now? Back to my books. 2 more papers! Bowling away my unhappiness soon!

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"Sunk Costs?"

2009-04-10T00:05:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: God Will Make a Way - Don Moen

Semester ended yesterday. Exams starting in a few days. Project/Assignments results came back earlier this week. Some came back pretty good, one came back disastrous. Don't probe.

I'm irritated by the constant use of "sunk costs" in an attempt to make oneself feel better. In fact, i likened it to "no hope of resolving", which is not an option for me at this point in time.

Sunk Costs?

Sunk YOUR HEAD!

*away til after exams*

Recharged!!!

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

Currently Listening to: 关于－孙燕姿

我想要旅行没有目的地单纯逃离..

最近比较忙
考试

压力
睡眠不足

心情好糟...好糟

*继续备考*

Time to Step Up.

2009-04-01T00:30:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Out Here on My Own - Irene Cara

"Doesn't matter how tough we are, trauma always leaves a scar. It follows us home, it changes our lives. Trauma messes everybody up, but maybe that's the point. All the pain and the fear and the crap. Maybe going through all of that is what keeps us moving forward. It's what pushes us. Maybe we have to get a little messed up, before we can step up"

Grey's Anatomy S05E19 'Elevator Love Letter'.

PS: i cannot wait for exams to end and for life to begin. That said, i'm feeling better already. =) The "black and bling" party at Velvet, Zouk cheered me up by a considerable amount, pity i had to rush off early. Nonetheless, thanks everyone.

无奈.

2009-03-24T05:27:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Untitled - Simple Plan

我曾经在一次挫折后深信 "曾经努力不一定有收获"

当时, 有人说那不切实, 努力一定会有成绩.

我花了好久重建已丧失的信心.

这次的筹备功夫下了不少,

却又再令自己失望.

所谓 "期望带来失望的恶性循环"

这次因有期望，失望显然更大.

放弃?

就差那一点.

此刻的心情?

"我真的累得不想再拉扯"

...

Shout Out.

2009-03-22T15:19:00.005+08:00

I'm in one of those 'moods' again.

An old friend calls this the 想太多 syndrome.

Anyway, this time round, i browsed through facebook and was in awe at the number of people whom i never talk to anymore. If were to delete all the people whom i no longer have contact with, i guess i'll only be left with a handful of 'friends', say 50? Another old friend says it's a good sign, finally finally only those meant to stay remains. Oh well... by right i should be feeling sad since some were my pretty close friends awhile back. But i'm not feeling anything. I guess i'm numb. Then again, it's not like my plate isn't already full enough right?

Sometimes Life has a Better Idea.

2009-03-17T00:17:00.005+08:00

Marley and Me.

An unexpected twist of events allowed me a free morning and i spent it watching a pretty good film. The emotional roller-coaster ride that is this film was just what i needed to get myself out of the woods.

Now i'm ready to start the finishing lap of this semester.. 4 weeks ain't that far away.

Screw the Odds.

2009-03-15T02:31:00.005+08:00

"Everyone has a shadow. And the only way to get rid of a shadow, is to turn off the lights, to stop running from the darkness, and face what you fear. Head on."

Grey's Anatomy S05E17 "I Will Follow You into the Dark"

22 - Thank YOU.

2009-03-10T03:17:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Satellites - Beyonce.

Photo taken during dinner at Swissotel.

As i mentioned, it was nothing close to the grandeur and large-scaled celebration i had last year. Instead, it's a series of small and meaningful get-together sessions with people. I was touched by the sudden appearance of the first cake in school given by Nigel, Kargea, Yuzhao, Shaowei, Suemaine, Shiheng, Saran and Leanne and a second cake at Kbox with Mel, Pat and Jy. I thoroughly enjoyed the classy catching-up sessions at Swissotel Merchant Court with Lishan, Jiaying and Cheryl, along with my third cake and at Manhatten's Fish Market with Cindy and Don. Oh and not to forget the family celebration at Waraku and another at some ulu location at Bukit Batok.

I might not be updating these events so soon because i'm really very packed with deadlines. Nonetheless, i wanna thank YOU all, regardless of whether you celebrated for me, SMS-ed me or merely left a note on my facebook. It's gesture like these, that happen on rare occasions, that made me feel happy to be alive! No matter how ~~sucky~~ school is. Thank YOU! =) Oh and as i mentioned briefly before, there are big plans, HUGE plans in fact, which i will embark on when exams end in April. Seriously, can't that clock turn faster for now?

为活着而忙碌!!!

PS: Lately, under the huge and continuous piles of work, i've been getting this 力不从心 feeling. Sigh... Hope it passes soon!

22.

2009-03-06T03:25:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Love Me Tender - David Archuleta

Nothing fanciful like last year but a whole series of celebrations in line (from 5th March to 9th March)! I've been very preoccupied with finishing what's at hand but nothing should prevent me from blowing out the candles! Sometimes we should know when to let our hair down and play!

There are too many things happening from this march til next so to keep it simple, my birthday wish(es) - To be better than before, in both being a student and a performer.

Happy Birthday to Me!

More updates soon.

惊喜. 感动.

2009-02-25T00:53:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Home - Michael Buble

I received this early birthday present yesterday >>> a copy of Grey's Anatomy's pilot episode's script along with the signatures of the members of the cast... Yes! Grey's Anatomy is my #1 favourite drama. (If you didn't already know) I did not see this coming and Yes! I am very very touched. I know you spent quite a lot to fly this in from the States! Thanks Sc, it's the best birthday surprise ever! =)

The Cover Page with all the signatures!

"At the end of the day faith is a funny thing. It turns up when you don't really expect it. It's like one day you realize that the fairy tale may be slightly different from what you dreamed. The castle, well, it may not be a castle. And being happy every after, it's not so important, just that its happy right now. Once in a while, once in a blue moon, people will surprise you, and once in a while, people may even take your breath away."

Meredith Grey in Grey's Anatomy

I watched The Oscars live on monday morning. 3 Cheers for Kate Winslet, Heath Ledger, Sean Penn and SlumDog Millionaire. On a sidenote, Hugh Jackman was a great host, Anne Hathaway looked great and it's amazing how Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie look so gorgeous together, every single time.

About my life... i'm sitting in the middle of a war-zone, where sleep deprivation and long working hours have become a norm. Blue skies in slightly more than a month, can't wait!

"为什么而辛苦 "... feeling NUMB.

2009-02-21T08:08:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Halo - Beyonce

After disappearing for almost 2 weeks, 我回来了！

The past 2 weeks haven been a physically and mentally draining ride. Having 3 consecutive quizes and ongoing projects in a week was a real experience for me and i must say i took away a lot even thou i did not pass all of them. I didn't feel affected by the grades. I'm not nonchalant, i'm just seasoned and i know better than to let such little things get to me.

The curtains for the first 7 weeks have drawn and the 'break' is being stuffed to the brim with both individual and group projects. It's likely that it'll be another 'no-show' week for me. I guess i'm already giving my best, even though my best might not be enough for some people. Hopefully the numbness would wear off soon. On a happier note, i finally realised who's meant to stay, who's a passer-by. Ending off with photos.... belated photos --- Pre-CNY, During-CNY, and Post-CNY photos. =)

Reunion Dinner @ Hey Hey Hotpot!

CNY Visiting!

探班!

'Uncle' ChengXi came to 'visit' me before the concert started!

Yes, his photo-taking skills are indeed far better than mine. =)

Alright, i updated, stop bugging me. *disappears...again* I'll update more when school semester ends in April.

Something to Talk About..

2009-02-09T02:40:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Halo - Beyoncé

Aly spotted this after Shan's birthday dinner. Pretty amusing eh? Of all the names/surnames in the world... heh.

On another note, 2009 is officially packed.
March '09- April '09: Studies/Exams
April '09 - July '09: Vocals/Dance training
Aug '09 - Jan'10: Europe!

=)

Down the grapevine.

2009-02-07T00:24:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: I'm Yours - Jason Mraz

A woman was gossiping with her friend about a man they hardly knew. That night, she had a dream. A great hand appeared over her, and pointed down on her. She was immediately seized with a overwhelming sense of guilt.
The next day, she went to confession. She got the old perish priest, Father Arrorick, and she told him the whole thing. "Is gossiping a sin?" She asked the old man. "Was that God All Mighty's hand pointing down at me? Should I ask for your absolution, father? Have I done something wrong?"
"Yes." Father Arrorick answered her. "Yes, you ignorant, badly brought up female. You have blamed false witness on your neighbor. You played fast and loose with his reputation, and you should be heartily ashamed."
So the woman said she was sorry, and asked for forgiveness. "Not so fast." says Arrorick. "I want you to go home, take a pillow upon your roof, cut it open with a knife, and return here to me."
So the woman went home, took a pillow off her bed, a knife from the drawer, went up the fire escape to her roof, and stabbed the pillow.
Then she went back to the old perish priest as instructed. "Did you cut the pillow with a knife?" He says. "Yes, father." "And what were the results?" "Feathers." she said. "Feathers?" he repeated. "Feathers, everywhere, father."
"Now I want you to go back, and gather up every last feather the flew out on the wind." "Well," she said, "It can't be done. I don't know where they went. The wind took them all over." "And that," said Father Arrorick, "Is gossip."

Taken from the movie, DOUBT,
screenplay starring Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams

This sermon from the movie left me in awe, it's brilliance i believe you can read for yourself. =) But of course i was intrigued by it and posted it because i could totally relate to it. Heh. Read between the lines.
Perhaps that's why i'm really tired of people in general. There are constantly so much things to do daily that makes me feel so !@#$% at the end of each day. My latest habit of 'staring into space' helps me sink comfortably into my own world, away from all that nonsense going on around me. Ahh.. my music, the only thing that keeps me alive.

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CNY Takeaway.

2009-02-03T01:06:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: More More More - Elva Hsiao

My CNY takeaway is...

something red. (but not ang pows)

something swollen. (but not filled with cash)

It's a !@!#@ Eye Infection.

...

Ouch. =(

PS: My One Year Anniversary is in 3 days. Time flies eh? I can't believe it's been so long. =)

"The Wedding" Gala Premiere + CNY SteamboatS!!!

2009-01-31T00:06:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: I Will Be - Leona Lewis

Here's a quick, consolidated update before i embrace my busiest week of the year (so far).

Yummy!

"The Wedding" Gala Premiere

Peter Laoshi had tickets to "The Wedding" Gala Premiere starring Christopher Lee, Fann Wong so we all went for it! ChongQing kor was one of the scriptwriter. I still remember clearly the time when Fann told my Mom i was very shy because i did not talk to her the entire time i sat next to her. Heh... I'm not shy lor... but that's a story for another time.

kor! =)

The movie was ... an excellent showcase of how compatible they were for each other. I kinda enjoyed the movie despite the plot being rather 'calm' aka no surprises. Do watch it! Support Fann Support ChongQing!

Meiwei's Bday + CNY Steamboat!

After the Gala Premiere, we made our way down to this seafood steamboat place to celebrate Meiwei's birthday!

"Huai Ren" = Bad Guy!

Sheryl's Bf, Sheryl, Me.

PAC CNY Steamboat!

It was one of those rare occasions that i had my Saturday free and i had permission to take the night off! Had fun with fellow PAOs but left early due to my Sunday commitments.

My eye infection covered completely!. =)

Thought of the week: An incident took place last week, which made me realise my decision to be less accommodating to people was a right move. I'm sorry i did not turn up for all that gatherings or what not. I'll probably get zero invitations next year but hey, those who are close to my heart will always be there and those who want to make use of me will slowly fade. Besides, i have my music and the busiest week to embrace since school started. *prays everything goes fine* =)

Snake and Ladder.

2009-01-24T12:16:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: The Winner Takes It All - Meryl Streep

The best form of entertainment for me, is to sit back and watch a game of real life snake and ladder. I've seen the rise and fall of people who play the game. Some climb the ladder step by step faithfully and eventually reach the top, staying there for good. Some take shortcuts, and lose their identity along the way, falling into the snakes trap and sliding down the board. It's not easy climbing the ladder, it's even tougher to be true to oneself while playing the game. The most exciting part of this game? - to climb to a certain height and fall all the way back after succumbing to the power such that the basic trait of being 'humble' is lost.

It's not about who manages to climb the fastest, it's about climbing upwards steadily. Oh and make sure it's the real you who is doing the climbing, not some persona you take on to please everyone but yourself. That's not sad, that's pathetic..

Cherish.

2009-01-18T01:06:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: If You Seek Amy - Britney Spears

"The New Year isn't about what happened, it's about what's to come. The past is always with us, just waiting to mess with the present."

I kinda like this photo taken by C.

Watching the season premiere of CSI Season 9 almost reduced me to tears... almost. Regardless of whether it's CSI, Grey's Anatomy, The OC or Brothers and Sisters, i've grown over the years with the respective ensemble casts and have become accustomed to them being a 'family'. Needless to say, the loss of any cast member, especially if death was bestowed upon that character, would feel very real. I took away an important lesson today that could be summed in one word - cherish.

"He lived his life to the fullest each day, as if it was his last day..."

I haven't really had time to stop for a breather since ushering in the new year. Being down with eye infection is really an indication that i should slow down, breathe and pace myself. Still, I guess that's not really an option for me given the increasing number of assignments/projects as well as the increase in expectations, all going on concurrently. My 'disappearance' will become more evident once CNY is over and yes, one might say i am in burning bridges with my constant absence, but i guess i've already made my choice to spend my time more wisely than waste it on a night of partying. Anyway some bridges really deserved to be burnt la, especially those who think too highly of themselves. BUT i'll cherish, cos the feeling of loss, it's not something i ever want to experience.

This year, i've taken to having my i-pod as my best friend.. This best friend of mine carries all the songs, MMO's and lyrics which i need to listen and memorize so i'm pretty much going to be oblivious to everyone around when my earphones are in.

Happy Lunar New Year in advance!

The Re-Start Button.

2009-01-11T01:25:00.005+08:00

Currently Listening to: Run - Leona Lewis

stoning.

为爱情付出为活着而忙碌为什么而辛苦我仔细记录
休息是为了走更长远的路
这次的决定，不是一时的冲动
而是是厌倦了眼前的一切
休息后重新开始
以乐观的角度去体验每件事
继续求进步
是我今年的宗旨

加油！

今天在车上与司机聊起

司机今年六十岁,子女都长大了
他在那四时分钟的谈话里却不断叹气
叹气自己年轻时没有把握机会做自己喜爱的事
时光不留人，一转眼就过了四时年
现在后悔已太迟了
令我惊叹的是他把一切归罪于环境
我...思考了许久，无言以对.

2009年的我将会是个宅男，除了为学业与音乐奔波，只要有空就会呆在家里休息。

好了！以下是上个星期与一群朋友聚会的照片 ... =)

Yumz.

My Nerdy Specs.

Brother and Sister

Point proven: Small Head.

PS: My Chinese not bad ok! =P I'll MIA for awhile until i get my books in order. Loads of reunions coming up! =)

第一天...永远那么灿烂

2009-01-04T23:02:00.005+08:00

Currently listening to: Lucky - Jason Mraz ft. Colbie Caillat

I realised i forgot to mention 2008 marks the year i turned 21 and the year i had the biggest birthday bash ever. Ok. Back to today's entry.

This is going to be my last post before school officially starts tomorrow. I've aligned my priorities and probably would update somewhere nearer to CNY. Until then... =)

31st Dec 08: Countdown at Marina Barrage.

MC '09

Nerdy Nerdy.

Heart the Stage! *Points to the back*

There was a performance opportunity at Marina Barrage to usher in the New Year so we headed there! It's a really inaccessible place with a gorgeous view! =) We walked, ate, took photos and left when our segment ended. Dinner at New York New York before i headed to JY's house for the countdown. Reached home at 4am.

I did not send out New Year greetings this year seeing i've incorporated it with the X'mas ones, except for those i met up on 31st itself. So here are the few lovely people whom i received greetings from.
Yahui, John, Eric Zhu, Pohchee, Alvin, Peter Laoshi, Don, Shermin, Yuzhao, Leonard, Leanne, Yiquan, Jiaquan, Cindy.

27th Dec 08: MC X'mas Party.

My 1st Caroling Performance.

My 'Cat-walk' partner!

Me, Don, Zzen.

MC =)

It was a cosy event! Our rehearsals paid off, in terms of bonding between people and the overall presentation. Met with Yvonne, Leonard and Laoshi for lunch before headed to MC where we did our hair, and rehearsed again when people started freaking out.

I got a number of X'mas wishes this year! In random order, here are the lovely people who wished me - Yahui, ChongQing, ChengXi, LeeTeng, Bryan, Alyssa, Clarence, Derrick, Eric TXH, Dennis, Alvin, Lishan (from Taiwan!), MingJie, Peter Laoshi, Clara, Jade, ChunBoon, Don, Jiamei, Patricia, Kelvin, Jonathan, Melinda, Xinyi, Saran, Shermin, Vanessa, John, YuZhao, Kargea, Shaowei, Shiheng, Bihuan, Meiwei, Leonard, Eric Zhu, Timo.

**It's time to work harder and make an even bigger difference.

2008: Change is the only Constant.

2008-12-31T08:54:00.005+08:00

Summing up the entire year in two words: Messy but Gratifying

ORDing on Chinese New Year Eve was said to be auspicious and i believed so for the first few months after that as life was good. However, life took a downturn when school started in August. I guess i underestimated how hectic school would be! I guess that was partly the reason why i under-performed in my first semester. That would not happen again.

My passion for music rekindled in a much different way. It's scary how i suddenly became into it all over again! Talking about music, i attended A-Mei's concert this year and it was the BEST concert i've ever been to in my life. I was impressed again and again by her vocals and you could say that was part of the reason i was so into music again. I also saw Rihanna in flesh and blood, along with thousands of people. This new found passion also took me places, like getting the chance of a lifetime. But i let it slip through my fingers as it was not what i was looking for and it came at the wrong time. It maybe sound stupid but i live on the belief that opportunities will come and go and the right one will come along if i put in enough effort. Oh while i'm on this, I really do not appreciate negativity from people who think they can diss my efforts without thinking.

Perhaps it's part of growing up, coupled with the increase in self-expectations and expectations from others, i've become less sociable and more private this year. I'm no longer the happy, sociable person people used to know. I guess I'm also just too tired at the end of each day to play the game of friendships. This year, I made a great number of new friends, and they are a motivating bunch of fun-loving peeps who share the same passion as me.

In 2009 ... I want to be better.
Better on stage, better in dance, and better in my studies.
Like what laoshi said, sometimes, you have to fight for your own opportunities and sometimes, it's just depending on your luck! =)

My Top 10 Songs of 2008.

1. If I Were a Boy - Beyonce
2. Run - Leona Lewis
3. I'm Yours - Jason Mraz
4. Take a Bow - Rihanna
5. Bye Bye - Mariah Carey
6. 说好的幸福呢－周杰伦
7. 那首歌 - 林宥嘉
8. Circus - Britney Spears
9. 明天以后－林峰，永儿
10. Pocketful of Sunshine - Natasha Bedingfield

My Top 10 Films of 2008.

1. August Rush
2. The Duchess
3. Wall-e
4. Mama Mia
5. Eagle Eye
6. Juno
7. Wanted
8. The Spiderwick Chronicles
9. The Dark Knight
10. Definitely, Maybe

Alright, off to Marina Barrage before Jy's house for the Countdown!
Goodbye 2008! Hello 2009! =)

Nostalgic Fun @ The ZOO!!!

2008-12-28T17:32:00.005+08:00

Life works in weird ways. Sometimes your efforts may not be justified, which is perfectly fine because some things are subjective. But sometimes you may have feelings of inequity when someone who evidently gave zero attained more than you. That's called unfair, that's LIFE.

I had a free day earlier this week and we went to the Zoo! It was tiring! But No Regrets! It was fun!!! It's been eons since i visited the Zoo (NOT Night Safari!). A wave of familiarity swept past us even though there were several new attractions. We also visited the infamous white tigers that made it all the local newspapers. Incidentally (or NOT), the white tigers are one of the main attractions.

At the Zoo...

The "Not-so-fun" Boat Ride!

On board the Boat!

Seals!!!

Big Fat Seal!

Childish Happiness!

My Wife and Kid!

OMG... CHOU CHOU!!!

After the Zoo...

Gluttons!

Wahlao! I eat also must take photo!

PS: I heart the tshirt i'm wearing! It's from NCORE!

The Week Before X'mas!!!

2008-12-23T08:52:00.005+08:00

圣诞节的脚步渐渐逼近，一直都忙得喘不过气的我终于在星期天排练要表演的歌后去乌节路吃晚餐，逛圣诞节的商品并顺便去看灯饰！真的好美啊！记得小时候每逢到了圣诞节都会与家人到处去拍照，长大了，大家都各忙各的，童年的时光也成了回忆...

A few days ago, Peter laoshi, along with Bernia, Eric and I went to Orchard after rehearsals to eat, shop for X'mas decor and enjoy the lights along Orchard Road! ^^

Laoshi and i

Bernia. Eric. Me.

I attended Cheryl's 21st Birthday at Bakersin Millenia Walk last weekend, it was a cozy affair and i had fun catching up with Jy and Aly. Mr Fong ran the rain-check on us at the last minute though and Lishan's celebrating X'mas in Taiwan.

6-2=4.

<3>

Impresario's auditions were held last week. I enjoyed the afterward than the audition itself. Cam-whored with MW, Von and Leonard at Red Dot Building. That's all!

Us from MC

My Duet Partner!

This 3-in-1 entry sums up the iconic events of last week! Alright! I'm going to do my hair before heading for rehearsals!

Light Up! Lights Up!

2008-12-18T10:24:00.005+08:00

几周的努力终于在今天画上了句点. 无论结果是好是坏都无所谓, 知道自己已经尽力了才最重要. 好了! 下周起就全心投入圣诞节派对的表演！说到圣诞节, 我一直没有空去看乌节路的灯饰, 这几天休息应该会去吧!

If u cannot understand chinese, basically i'm saying yesterday marks the end of weeks of practise and regardless of the results, i'm already contented that i gave my best. I'm only left with the Christmas Performance for this month, which explains why i'm in such a happy mood. And i haven't seen the Christmas decor at Orchard road yet so i'll most prob be catching it sometime this weekend.

I met several 'old friends' during my rehearsals last week.

Feli and i, we were both rehearsing for our individual performances, she was preparing for CSS and i was preparing for Impre. We caught up a little as TIME is not a very good friend nowadays and she'll be jetting off to a place i'd planned to visit this year... so envious.

I also met my CSS kids! 3 years le!!! GOsh... They're all so big now! Had a great time catching up too!

I managed to squeeze time to catch up with only ONE group of friends this past week! We went kBOX and had dinner at Cafe Cartel. <3>

That's all for now! I'll update more about yesterday's auditions, the zoo outing next week and Christmas rehearsals in my next entry, which will be after X'mas btw..

Reality Check...

2008-12-14T02:13:00.005+08:00

This is a crazy world
These can be lonely times
It's hard to know who's on your side most of the time

Who can you really trust
Who do you really know
Is there anybody out there who can make you feel less alone
Sometimes you just can't make it on your own

~ Here i am, Leona Lewis (Spirit)

I've been contradicting myself on several occasions lately but no major issues la. However, i find it worth of a mention, to reinstate the fact that i'm not going crazy, i'm just growing up/old.

Since the exams ended, i've been hit, rather badly by the insomnia bug. Somehow, the biological clock that went haywire when yours truly braved several nights to mug failed to adjust back to the 'normal' hours. While 'normal' is subjected to each individual, the frustration that resulted from the inability to visit dreamland makes having a selfish project member seem like a better deal.

There was a party a few weeks back, and i really wanted to attend. It was out of my normal practice to look at my priorities and forgo something that i deem important. Still, i did not turn up, apologized, moved on. Then a friend told me the star-stubbed attendance for the party and i regretted for like 5 minutes before convincing myself i'm too *ahem* old to be kicking up a fuss over a such stuff. Even though i fell in love with her music 8 years ago, age seems to convert that idolization to admiration and motivation. What's more, there will chances in the future.

Looking at the impending 'exposure' performances coming up, hopefully 'practice' really makes 'perfect'. Otherwise, what would be presented would be that of exhausted vocals. Bleargh.

I'm ending off with photos, as usual. I've been so busy with school and stuff that i haven't seen my god-parents/parents for awhile since August so needless to say, i jumped at the chance when i knew they were organizing dinner/catching-up session at "Jalapeno's Pepper" at the Singapore Flyer. I've been to the restaurant before and the Seafood Bake Rice is heavenly. okok.. I'm having a great time since Dec started so hope you guys are too! =)

Toodles.

"... just like the circus"

2008-12-11T01:18:00.005+08:00

I had a crazily busy time since my last entry.. But i also had loads of fun on a few occasions too! Here's a short peek at what i did!

"Movies and FOOD" Day!
We bought/cooked so much food i swear i almost exploded. From the huge wok of fried rice to the plate of eggs to the tubs of ice-cream and packets of chips. We are such gluttons la! =P The food was good, the company was awesome and the movie-marathon movies were commendable. =P Ok. The next gathering will be planned by yours truly, countdown shall we?

"Bring Your Cousins Out" Day
It was super last minute decision but an unexpected free saturday allowed me to hang out with my cousins and give them their birthday treats. We went to shop for Dad's birthday present at Zara and Cousin John bought a couple of things from everywhere. We then dropped by Lee Teng's shop STAGE and NCORE when i got his SMS. I've done an advertorial for STAGE earlier this year and he actually gave me a few items la. This time round, he showed us around his new shop NCORE, and filled me in the details of the Launch Party along with an advertorial but we haven't really sat down to talk about it. We're been really busy but.. More on NCORE soon!!! So anyway, i bought John's birthday present from WrongWorks @ NCORE. Lee Teng said i looked tired when we met up last Saturday, i guess it's because i haven't had time to really rot at home since exams ended. Soon i hope? After sis reached town, we watched BOLT (3D) at Lido and the movie was a bore and the effects were well, below expectations. Still, it was an experience.

"Singing without Expectations" Day!

This was in my schedule yesterday but circumstances changed and the 'event' didn't happen. I guess there's no such thing as "Singing without Expectations". Bleargh.

I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins.

Spotlight on me and i’m ready to break.
I’m like a performer, the dancefloor is my stage.
Better be ready, hope that ya feel the same.

All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus.
When i crack that whip, everybody gonna trip
Just like a circus.
Don’t stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do.
Everybody let go, we can make a dancefloor
Just like a circus.

Circus, Britney Spears.

RIHANNA! Live in Singapore!

2008-12-05T10:03:00.005+08:00

I attended Rihanna's concert one month ago! Traveled down to the indoor stadium with Peter Laoshi cos i was practising my song at MC and it happens that Laoshi also has tickets to the concert!

On the whole the concert was quite satisfying, in the sense that she sang ALL of her hits. They include Disturbia, SOS, Unfaithful, Don't Stop the Music, Shut up and Drive, Hate that i Love You, Take a Bow, Umbrella... However, the short duration was rather disappointing! Don't get me wrong, Rihanna shone on stage, but the rundown kinda sucked! I absolutely hated the constant repeating of "I love you Singapore!". I mean we get the idea the first time round.

Sad to say, one of the highlights of the show was when her mic malfunctioned in the opening track "Disturbia" and she was so pissed with the sound crew. That was CLASSIC. =P Other than that... it was just like the DVD.

"When the sun shines, we’ll shine together
Told you I'll be here forever
Said I'll always be your friend
Took an oath I'ma stick it out till the end
Now it's raining more than ever
But we'll still have each other
You can stand under my umbrella"

December's a crazy month for me. But it's 'fun-filled' la, if you look at it from one perspective, otherwise, it's bland, repetitive and a little boring. Oh and because of 'that', i'm a little moody of late, well, at least i have 'Brothers and Sisters'. =)

Movie Weekend + School's Out!

2008-12-01T08:52:00.005+08:00

As mentioned, i took a 3 day getaway to basically sleep and watch movies, didn't really feel like shopping so it was basically bed and movies!!! Here's what i watched!

Twilight 3.5/5

This film had lots of hype over the fact that Harry Potter's release was pushed back because of it. Then the porcelain-faced, handsome lead actor became the talk of town overnight. Alright, 'town' doesn't refer to Singapore la, cos films don't release in sync with US here. Don't be sad! At least now you know this film is over hyped cos i've watched it! There have been talks of a sequel for this amateurish, teen romance drama though. I don't know how i feel about that.

The Duchess - 4.5/5

Kiera Knightley really knows how to choose the films she stars in. "The Duchess" turned out to be a really good film and she totally deserves an Oscars. The last part when she spoke to the prime minister, who happened to be the love of her life was really tear jerking. Love shouldn't be so difficult. Life shouldn't be so difficult. I'm going to re-watch it when it shows in Singapore in January!

How to Lose Friends and Alienate People - 3/5

Megan Fox (from Transformers) and Kirsten Dunst (From An interview with the Vampire) were surprisingly good.. Ok and that guy was rather good too but sometimes it was just so lame my pores were laughing.

Currently, these 3 films are unreleased in Singapore yet. So those who want to watch these films have to be patient ya?... =P

So anyway i want to thank all those who gave me encouraging and motivating comments during the course of my exams. You know who you are la so THANK YOU!!! =P

Alright. I'm gonna end off with one photo taken after the last paper before i leave homel for some sun-loving fun today! School's Out and I'm going to play!!! (rehearsals aside).

PS: More photos on my facebook.

Out From Under.

2008-11-28T01:20:00.005+08:00

I don’t wanna dream about

All the things that never were
Maybe I can live without
When I’m out from under
I don’t wanna feel the pain
What good would it do me now
I’ll get it all figured out
When I’m out from under

Out from Under, Britney Spears. (Circus)

Exams are o-v-e-r... like finally after 4 weeks. It's been a draggy and strenuous month for me but i'm glad it's over. I'm not bothered about the results as i believe i've already done my best. That said, i shall share something i feel very true - "Dreams, you create your own, you fight for it. No matter what, you should never live in other people's dreams." December's gonna be really packed! It's scary just thinking of it. But at least i'm gonna be doing something i like. =)

Alright i'm going to take the rest of November to recharge before the partying and the rehearsals kick in in 3 days time.

Come Come Come!

2008-11-19T23:12:00.005+08:00

Hey all!
Do you want to be proficient in singing and learn the intricacies of Singing???
Come down to The Music Clinic's Open House this Saturday 22nd November 2008 to find out more!
There will be performances at 3pm and 5pm so be sure not to miss it! =)
Click HERE for more details.

"I have a dream... A song to sing."

2008-11-15T00:16:00.005+08:00

Earlier this week...

There was an offer, an opportunity.
I listened to advice.
I consulted a veteran.
I know studies should be my priority.
I rejected it.

I'm not disappointed.
Opportunities come and go.
There will always be a next.

BUT

I really don't get some people.
Their constant efforts to put me down.
To make me feel like i'm not good enough.

Then again..

I got an offer.
That says a lot. no?

Yes.
I will be more selective about what i go for.
I am already very clear of my priorities. no?
But i am also very sure of where my passion lies.
If you're not going to be supportive, at least don't be dismissive.

That's all.

Alive.

2008-11-13T02:49:00.005+08:00

Hey people! How's life?

Some quick updates:

I'm going through a bad patch. Namely Emotional Dissonance + Insomnia

I had tickets to the "45th Anniversary Gala 2008" but decided not to attend since exams are still ongoing! So guai right!

I had my first paper yesterday and I'm seriously hoping the results will justify my efforts! Anyway one down, three more to go!

Rehearsals. I'm working hard.

Rihanna's concert in a few hours! "Ella ella eh eh eh..."

Alright ending off with photos from the "+9 Spring/Summer 2009" fashion display held last week at Old School.

Uncle Dex and i

Old friends and Unknowns

JY and I

Gosh... Look at the time. *Off to bed*

"The Coffin" Gala Premiere + Hiatus!

2008-11-02T00:53:00.005+08:00

I've been posting a lot of photo-entries lately! That's because i've been trying to clear all the sh*t that has piled up since the beginning of Oct. Anyway, here's the final one, for now anyway...

"The Coffin" Gala Premiere!
I shan't start on how bad the show was. (Hint: Check my sidebar Movie ratings page). Basically, i flew down from school/Boon Lay after 8 continuous hours of lectures, met up with John for dinner, went to the reception area when i received Yahui's sms, chatted in the cinema before the show started and met her friend (I'm so sry i cannot rmb your name!).

Photos!!!

Invitation.

Emcee. Director. Actor.

I was supposed to act cute too but.. =P

The photos we snapped in the cinema were quite nice right!. I must say we look damn 'alive' in the photos la! Apparently we were both dead tired as i was doing work/chatting with her til like 4am the day before. Hmm... did i mention i almost dozed off during the movie?

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Hiatus!

I cannot believed i did badly for the test AGAIN. I went in better prepared than previously but the results reflect otherwise. It's not disappointment, it's beyond that. It's a big question mark, what is the problem??? Hmm.. it's time to make a difference.. i'm going to update less, or not at all for this month considering i have EXAMS, AUDITIONS and REHEARSALS.

On another note, my December is already quite packed - bowling, ktv, swimming, beach, chalets, rehearsals, rehearsals, rehearsals...

A Reason to Celebrate! =)

2008-10-30T00:02:00.005+08:00

All the projects for (school) this year are OVER!

After doing 6 for Mkting, 3 for OB and 2 for Stats, im so so so glad it's over... =)

"VS-PINK"

"EnerGYM"

You know how sometimes people do little favors for you, even though their schedule's already packed to the brim and they are at full liberty to say no. When they go that extra mile to helpl you, you would be so filled with gratitude you can only say thanks like a million times! Thanks Eileen, John, CQ, Nat, YH! =)

Alright, i'm going to sleep early tonight since i'm in a happy mood and exam preparation starts ... maybe tomorrow??? Hmm...Good night world!!!

It's Felicia's Birthday!

2008-10-26T02:10:00.005+08:00

This post came 2 days late but...

Happy 24th Birthday Feli !!! =)

Time flies! 4 years le wor! But Don't worry! You won't be acting as my grandmother anytime soon! =P

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PS: I received 8 party invitations the past 2 weeks, of which there are 5 which i'm unable to attend! =( I'm so sorry! Anyway it's because i had prior work commitments, not because i choose not to go. I did not even make it to my closest friends birthday la! *remorse* Life's been real hectic lately so ... even Peter laoshi said i look cui.

iLoveSTAGE!

2008-10-23T03:32:00.005+08:00

I actually put up the ad on my sidebar many months ago to help promote STAGE, which is a favour for LeeTeng! Then i finally found time to drop by his shop at Far East last weekend! Thanks for the stuff bro! =) So do visit STAGE's website for their latest clothes and visit their shopfront at FarEast Plaza too! =) Photos time!

with Feli at NTU, my hall.

I went all 'STAGE' when we celebrated JY's bday last weekend.

"Hmm who are we looking at???"

"Ooh it's the pretty bday girl!!!"

"bday girl and bday boy!"

I love STAGE. =)

*Comments Closed*

Reality.

2008-10-20T01:02:00.005+08:00

"We all remember the bedtime stories of our childhood. The shoe fits Cinderella, the frog was turned into a prince, sleeping beauty was awakened with a kiss. Once upon a time and then they lived happily ever after. Fairy tales, the stuff of dreams. The problem is, fairy tales don't come true. It's the other stories. The ones that start in dark and stormy nights and end in the unspeakable. The nightmares always seem to become the reality."

Meredith Grey in Grey's Anatomy

*It's time to stop the nightmare from prolonging.. Time to work hard in every single thing i'm juggling, school included.

*Comments Closed*

A-Mei's STAR Concert.

2008-10-17T01:30:00.005+08:00

I've been to quite a number of concerts and A-Mei's STAR Concert which i attended earlier this month could be said as one of the best i've attended so far. I laughed, danced, jumped, screamed and sang along with her for 3 hours straight, She was, simply put - phenomenal. Thanks to John for the photos.

She kicked off the concert with a number of fast and familiar numbers to an extremely 'high' crowd. The crowd needed no prompting and was high throughout the entire 3 hour concert. She was a natural on stage, dancing and singing at ease with her powerful vocals.

I especially loved her emotional ballads which she belted out which are all filled with emotions. They include 勇敢, 如果你也听说, 人质, 我要快乐 and many more.Her live performance of 原来你什么都不要 could be said as my favourite song for the entire performance. The arrangement of the song was slightly altered and it had a grandeur effect when performed lived, and A-mei, being the diva that she is, brought out every single emotion and flavour of that song.

Another segment that i enjoyed would be the part when she sang a couple of 'non-hits' which are very popular. Songs like 我无所谓, 剪爱, 我恨我爱你, 别在伤口洒盐 brought back fond memories and a strong familiarity caused the crowd to cheer every song she sang.

As i mentioned earlier, the crowd was high throughout the concert and the mix of fast and slow numbers made it difficult to take a moment to rest. My favourite fast hit for the night would have to be 夏天的浪花 which was a real crowd pleaser. The concert ended on an extremely high note with everyone off their seats dancing and screaming along.

PS: 'Busy' for projects this week is OVER! But 'Busy' for everything else just started. I'm glad the weekends are here... so glad. =)

Soonish.

2008-10-11T02:32:00.005+08:00

Bliss.

"And happiness in the face of horrible is not the goal. Feeling the horrible stuff and knowing that you’re not gonna die from all those feelings? That’s goal."

Grey's Anatomy S05E02 "Here Comes the Flood..."

I totally 'feel' the quote above the instant i read it. Think 'shitloads of work', 'short-lived happiness' and 'staying alive'. Go figure! =)

So i had lunch with Feli on Monday at Sushi Teh before she sent me back to school, it was quite irritating as people kept asking to take photos. Nothing much happened during school this week except for me falling sick and still having to stay up late to complete one of project, which kinda delayed the time taken to recover.

I cannot wait for next week to end.
When next week ends, I'll be left with one project for this year, and I'll be attending five parties the next 2 weeks!!

My next entry will be a photo entry *promise*.

Untimely.

2008-10-07T00:37:00.005+08:00

I'm sick...
I cannot afford to be sick now.
There are too many things/projects due this and next week.

Grr...................... *damn it*

Living with a Crazy Schedule.

2008-10-06T21:51:00.005+08:00

"Don't wonder why people go crazy. Wonder why they don't.
In the face of what we can lose in a day, in an instant, wonder what the hell it is that makes us hold it together."

Meredith Grey in Grey's Anatomy

Lesson learnt today: 曾经努力不一定有收获

No More Whining.

2008-10-02T02:28:00.005+08:00

I had fun yesterday. I did a scene i which revolved around missing someone. It was like a solo dialogue thing so have to really get into the mood.. An hour later, i was in the singing studio doing a super emo song, which meant i had to adjust my mood again. After that Peter Laoshi's sis cooked food and we ate a lil before MeiWei, Don and i had our own 'ktv' session in one of the studios. Fun fun fun... now i'm back to reality - projects, tests.. not fun not fun not fun. And... my feet has blisters and sores from the not-so-friendly shoes i wore. =(

I've been a lil off lately, whining so much that even i couldn't stand myself. I haven't been able to sit down and mug like a student, and i realised i am not doing anything about it either.. Hopefully when i'm less busy, i'll feel like a student again. Then again, busy usually finds me, whether i like it or not.. Anyway... i'm going to stop complaining! I like being busy..

Here's the 'project' i did for Yahui mei mei --- i designed her new blog layout! Click on the picture to see her new blog layout!! =)

Gotta go back to my books. Will update again soonish!

Why-I-Went-MIA.

2008-09-28T00:35:00.005+08:00

I realised time flies when one is busy! It didn't occur to me that i haven't updated for more than a week so please forgive me!! Anyway, this past one plus week, i had my fair share of craziness and fun, along with episodes of severe mood swings..

I was busy with an individual project, am still very busy with 3 group projects for school and 1 private project for Yahui and possibly one more for my CCA! I attended Parties, had several Catching-up, Bonding sessions with new/old friends, resumed Vocal lessons, and got all bogged down by Projects and Tests.

What's to come? More Projects, More Tests, More Parties and *ahem* my weekly dosage of Grey's Anatomy Season 5 and Gossip Girl Season 2 =) All those literally translates into little time left for blogging. =(

Shall end off with some photos taken over the span of the past one plus week before plunging back into the craziness! Ooh did i mention next week i have a scheduled 'fitting' session on Tuesday, A*mei's concert on Sat and a Stats test on Fri? I jus did! =))

Kelv's 21st @ Majestic.

Leanne's Bday @ Sakae

Marketing Grp! =)

Pac Outing!

Thank You.

2008-09-19T09:09:00.005+08:00

Photo taken by GF at travel fair last weekend.

I've been existing in a near suffocating, partial drowning state this past week. School work and projects have been piling and taking a great toll on my sleep/free time. Speaking of which, next week is my 'recess' week but i just realised it's busier than a normal school week. Blah. All these would have been unbearable if not for my 'O' gang. =P What can i say???

"我怀念过去单纯美好的小幸福"

Oh and I want to express my gratitude to a special person who agreed, without any hesitation to help me with one of my projects. He even traveled all the way down to NTU to do me that favour amidst his very busy schedule... Thanks CQ Kor!

Grey's Anatomy Season 5.

2008-09-14T11:18:00.005+08:00

I absolutely cannot wait for Grey's Anatomy Season 5 to premiere on 25 Sept!.. One of the reasons is because of Ellen Pompeo's (Meredith) heart wrenching, intense and stunningly good acting in the promo video for Season 5. Check it out below!

"Mei-mei!"

2008-09-11T01:17:00.005+08:00

Adidas! =)

*i look super unglam! cherish it =P.

At the ZGJG event, a tall and pretty girl walked over and said hi to me. Then she proceeded to say "i read your blog..". At that point in time, it's like i died and gone to heaven. Ok la, i'm exaggerating. I already knew since awhile back that Ya Hui mei mei reads my blog. Oh and she's Ya Hui, the up and coming artiste who's the SAME AGE but a few months younger as me. OMG la, people my age already start working and i'm still studying like a cow.. mooo...

Speaking of Adidas, it's new spokesperson is none other than... Stef Sun!

*Showing off her years of training in Thai Boxing.

PS: The test/project presentations for this week ended, a short break before jumping back into reality. Oh and i can't wait to see my dear Bombfied this Sunday. =)

"周公讲鬼" Launch Event.

2008-09-07T08:12:00.005+08:00

ChongQing Kor's CD launch was held some time back at J8's Open Plaza. It was without question that i would make time for it, no matter how shag i was. So after being in school from 7am to 5pm, i met John and we made our way down to J8 after dinner. The event started promptly at 830PM and the spookiest thing was the blackout which occurred 5 times. Other than that, several of his good friends from the industry turned up to show their support. I also met a couple of friends there. I'll talk about it another time! Meanwhile, Support "周公讲鬼"! Grab a copy now at CD RAMA,TS,POH KIM & KINOKUNIYA!!

More Than Words.

2008-09-02T00:00:00.005+08:00

A shot of my new hairstyle taken at Charlotte's birthday party.
In the picture: Me and Charlene.

Julian mentioned something last week while we were chatting which left me thinking - "Nothing beats a home cooked meal". At that instant, possibly due to the fact that i've been eating shitty food the entire week, i had the impulse to cab home...

If you do not already know, school has started for a month and everything is moving at warp speed. I'm currently facing the consequences of my inconsistency. Screw the perceptions that year 1 is slack, i've been whizzing from meetings to meetings for the projects at hand, sleeping late at night and basically trying hard to finish my (piled up) work and have a life.

The path to success is loneliness. But when you are unsure if the path you are taking leads to success, what would you do? Most importantly, how much are you willing to give up/compromise to attain a piece of paper that doesn't promise a bright future. My stand? Just give my best.

When Robots fall in Love.

2008-08-28T00:20:00.005+08:00

It's been a while since i updated. Been really really busy with school and projects.
Anyway, I had a great day yesterday, possibly one of my happiest since school started. The day ended with a fabulous movie - Wall.E

We all know never to judge a book by its cover. Prior to watching the movie, there were many people who felt Wall.E is a lame show, myself included. However, i felt that every show that managed to top the Us box office has it's appeal. Without any big names or celebrities to hold the show up, the success of Wall.E relies on sincerity and love, the kind of pure, simple love that no longer exists in our world. So give yourself a chance, a chance to embark on this magically journey with Wall.E, who besides making me laugh and cry, managed to win me over with its adorable actions and its persistence when in search of a love so pure and innocent.

I'm feeling really tired now so i'll keep the rest of this entry short.

*snapped while eating my ice-cream*

Marketing presentation in the morning was rather well done, i'm really glad. Thanks for the compliments and suggestions! Lunch with ChengXi was rather fun! We talked about food, school, people. We've been talking about meeting for lunch since we're in the same school but never got down to actually fixing a time. Moreover, he's currently not filming so it's easier to fix a time. Dinner with Dennis was fun too! We ate ice-cream after dinner and watched Wall.E!

Alright, to end off, here's sharing a piece of information that left me speechless earlier on. My room has been selected for viewing by a group of VIPs (Youth Olympic Games Committee Members) this Friday! Come to think of it, i'm still speechless at this point in time.

*Back to my busy busy life.. =(

'12 Lotus' Gala Premiere!

2008-08-19T02:23:00.005+08:00

You'd probably have read that i attended the '12 Lotus' Gala Premiere awhile ago. Person to thank? Dearest Mom. Without her, i would never have had the chance to watch the film way in advanced. We arrived earlier than expected and each of us got a drink from the reception area while watching the Red Carpet Event. Then we went over to chat with Uncle GePing and Auntie HuiFang. In the midst of our conversations, Nathaniel arrived and came over, he introduced his long time hair sponsor, Dexter who took the photo above for us. I've long heard of Dexter from Nat but never expected him to be so young!

Thanks Mom!

The popcorn craving settled in after awhile and ChengXi who was in the queue helped to buy... again. He also helped me buy during the previous Gala i attended. LOL. Thanks Uncle! =P

In Hall 1, we were 'treated' to speeches by the casts and the director. Talk talk talk... talk talk talk... I was rather irritated by a certain person who shouted a trademark at such an occasion. How informal. The movie started after around 20 mintues and the review could be read HERE.

PS: School has taken a toll on my work-life balance. Blah....................

Blur.

2008-08-15T09:43:00.005+08:00

I (stupidly) left my textbook at the bus-stop yesterday and i left my house keys in hall. I seriously need to clear my head, and that would have to start with clearing the things at hand. School started barely a month and i'm already struggling with the number of readings, tutorials and PROJECTS under my belt. Quinn was shocked and amused that i actually allowed my life to become such a mess. Well... I need to be more disciplined and prioritize my stuff more effectively.

'12 Lotus' - A Review.

2008-08-12T01:26:00.005+08:00

I attend the Gala Premiere on Sunday and gave a small interview to The Straits Times reporter yesterday about how i feel about the film. Photos/Articles will be posted in due course but lets return to the focus, the film.

I was full of anticipation for this film, partly due to how much i liked '881' last year. Another reason was because Stefanie Sun made a guest appearance in the first few minutes of the film, phenomenal. Then again, it's expected that people compare it to '881', the only other film of the same genre, same cast and same director. While i rated '881' 4/5, '12 Lotus' i gave a 3/5 rating. Here's what i feel.

The first half of the show was well timed, the plot was properly developed, more interesting and less draggy. Mindee (Ong) gave an excellent performance (as always). Regardless of whether it's on stage performing, or when doing the more emotional scenes, her versatility as a good actress is exemplified in each case.

Seriously, i would have liked the film a bit more if it ended after the first half. The second half was a little draggy, and a bit cut off from the first half. There were too many scenes that i felt added little or no value to the plot. Saving grace for the second half of the show? Liu Ling Ling's acting.

On the whole, i feel it's a rather different show from it's predecessor. I guess expectations do play a part. With little expectations, '881' became a big hit. With expectations, '12 Lotus' pales in comparison. Points to ponder, was the film trying to bring across any message?

PS: Stay tuned for Gala Premiere photos in my next entry.

Ties that Bind.

2008-08-09T03:49:00.005+08:00

I completed this entry, with a tinge of sadness. I'm seldom so honest or transparent with the strangers who read my blog but this is something i have to get off my chest and this is the only platform i know of.

Hanging out with Ness and Wt.

I had real fun catching up with Ness and Wt at some coffee place at Marina and even though the duration was short, we see each other often enough to be constantly updated. Kbox with Ness and Yc thereafter was really fun, pity that the duration was short though. More to come, more to come.

Alright, now for the serious part.

I met up with several people from my Secondary School days more than a month ago. I meet some of them rather often, the rest are on a periodic basis. Still, nothing beats a great chatting session with them and finding out how they are doing. While penning this entry, I was amazed at the number of people from those days whom i'm in touch with. These numbers are a big accomplishment as compared to the meager few from college. Anyway, after all that tea/coffee sessions, i've reached a conclusion. While most people changed for the better, some had simply dug a hole and plunged straight in.

Due to my little available free time as July was a busy month, i did not have the chance to catch up with all of the people intended. I'm sure i'll find the next holidays. =) So now, let's get back to those i successfully met up with.

A few months back, i was really put off by someone whom i thought was a friend but was openly betraying every single friendship he'd forged for a personal benefit. Seriously, you would expect someone with all that education to be brighter but i guess people often succumb to any idea that promises huge monetary returns. Good luck to that. Then again, how much would you go to give the impression you are leading a high life? And how far would you go to attract attention. C'mon, climb out of the hole you dug for yourself. Be yourself, not who you want to be. It's stupid.

Alright, that was something i had to say cos i felt so sorry for these 2 people whom i previously called my friend.

PS: i miss my old hairstyle. *points to photo above*

Not "Bright and Sunny" Anymore.

2008-08-05T07:11:00.005+08:00

Miss Taintedaffair, one of my closest friend commented in my previous entry that my entries used to be more lively and that has changed drastically in the past few months. Hmm, what has changed?

There are more advertorials, blogging has somehow been leaning more towards work. Basically, i haven't been friends with 'bright and sunny' for a while. I realised I've grown more in the past 2 months than in the past 2 years and i do not mean it in a physically horizontal or vertical manner. A lot has happened, a lot has changed. Again, i do not mean any of that in a negative way. I know i'm rambling... but it's 7am in the morning so cut me some slack ya?

I cannot promise to find back my 'bright and sunny' side but i'll try not to lean towards 'dark and twisty'. But hey, at least i'm still human, not a happy entries churning machine. I'm gonna prepare for school now so anticipate my next entry *gasps* (photos!!!) Have Fun in London Miss TaintedAffair!!! =)

By the way... school's not fun.. at all and i'm have a lot of stuff to settle.. *pulls hair*

"Why So Serious?"

2008-08-02T08:19:00.005+08:00

Three weeks ago, i caught The Dark Knight in conjunction with Timo's bday. Apologies it took so long, even older entries are expected to come. =P Forgive me, i've been so caught up with stuff.
I had extreme high hopes for this sequel to Batman Begins but The Dark Knight was a tad too draggy for the excitement to follow through. Simple put, i would have given this film 5/5 if not for its long duration. The Joker, played by Heath Ledger clearly amplified his character's intelligence and scheming nature compared to Batman by Christian Bale. He triumphed over Batman on several occasions - when he faked his 'arrest' when he'd everything planned out, when he gave the wrong location of the Rachel to Batman knowing that he would save her. I'm sure everyone would have heard from one source or another that Heath Ledger gave an electrifying performance as the Joker in the film. He was perfect for that role, naturally psychotic. However, i feel it's rather unnecessary that Harvey Dent's character was so fully developed only to prove a point, that the Joker won all the battles. Ong Sor Fen penned out my exact thoughts in her review:

"What should have been a mainstream career triumph for an actor who went from teen heart-throb in 10 Things I Hate About You to celebrated thespian as a conflicted gay cowboy in Lee Ang's Brokeback Mountain has sadly become a memento mori, a testament to what might have been."

Me, Zg, Tim, Eric @ The Grand Cathay

ST701 - Virtual Showroom for Cars

2008-07-31T01:20:00.005+08:00

Feeling Flattered.

2008-07-28T06:46:00.005+08:00

I was working on a new Advertorial assignment yesterday when i had an interesting conversation with Mei Wei, the receptionist from The Music Clinic.

This is the second time this month that i felt flattered! The first was some other blogger who gave me a similar compliment. She made a mistake by putting my url on her blog, allowing my tracker to work its magic and track her down.

On another note, i've put up 2 new advertisements recently - one for Lee Teng's shop 'STAGE'and another for Peter Laoshi's 'The Music Clinic'. Do check out both advertisements at the Sidebar ok!!

Alright, I should really start working on the Advertorial so i shall end off with a picure of me, Shan and Dennis took after Dim Sum buffet last Thursday. Photos for July will be released periodically next month due to my lack of time! (Sorry!!!).

Me, Shan, Dennis

Highlight of MY Week. =)

2008-07-26T11:41:00.005+08:00

Me: "Hey Stef! ......................HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!".

Stef: "(: ................. THANKS A BUNCH!!!".

A simple message. A simple reply. Happy 30th Birthday!

*Comments Disallowed*

Playing Lego.

2008-07-23T08:43:00.005+08:00

"Remember when you were a kid and your biggest worry was, like, if you'd get a bike for your birthday or if you'd get to eat cookies for breakfast. Being an adult? Totally overrated. I mean seriously, don't be fooled by all the hot shoes and the great sex and the no parents anywhere telling you what to do. Adulthood is responsibility. Responsibility, it really does suck. Really, really sucks. Adults have to be places and do things and earn a living and pay the rent. And if you're training to be a surgeon, holding a human heart in your hands, hello? Talk about responsibility. Kind of makes bikes and cookies look really, really good, doesn't it? The scariest part about responsibility? When you screw up and let it slip right through your fingers."

Meredith Grey in Grey's Anatomy.

Me (looking cui) and Bro (acting cute)

I met up with Bryan a few weeks back, when he just started his new job as a financial consultant at a renowned bank. He'd just finished his probation/training and just started his job officially.
Anyway, while he kept insisting i was still playing lego at my age (i'm Not! and Sc agreed with him), a random thought went through my mind.

Remember when you were young and you played lego, building your own desired castle/fortress. It takes patience, and with time, experience allows you to get the result you want. Carving a career from scratch is the same. To climb higher, you need to have patience and experience started accumulating from moment you started.. So while he is currently building a new career from scratch, i'm gonna embark on a new education journey. Hopefully we'll both attain the desired results from our individual, brand new lego set.

Smile.

So anyway, he joined me, Sc and Cb for a quick dinner at PS. Cb, me and Sc then went to watch 'HellboyII' while Bryan went for his night date. ^^ Photos taken by Sc/Cb. =)

'Hellboy2' with Sc and Cb.

Ever since Sc started school, we've had little chance to catch up on each others lives despite seeing each other on a weekly basis, each lasting less than 15 minutes. As for Cb, we'll be going to the same school, same course and he's doing fine despite looking anorexic (*quotes Vanessa*). Right now, i'm kinda hoping we'll be in the same cluster cos i doubt i'll have time to make friends. For the record, "Hellboy2" kinda sucks.

Loyalty Issues. - An Apology.

2008-07-22T23:26:00.005+08:00

Readers of my blog would know that i did a couple of projects with Nuffnang. Yes, i am grateful for the opportunities and incentives they'd given me. Moreover, when Advertlets came up with an interesting new concept - the TITAN widget, i never expected them to express interest in featuring my blog on it when i emailed them. So the discussions, the exchange of emails lasted for weeks before all the details were sorted out. Then the conditions set in, to give a minimum of 6 months exclusivity to Advertlets.

I was in dilemma. Do i stick to Nuffnang, where i've forged friendships or do i give Advertlets a shot. Life is short, times are hard, the road is long, with many a winding turn. I decided to take the plunge, give myself a chance to try something new, for better or for worse. I know it was tough for you guys to accept but it was an equally difficult decision for me to make. Competition is cruel, the better offer stands. I want to end off by saying i removed Nuffnang solely because i promised exclusivity to Advertlets and it has NOTHING to do with their services or any other reasons. My apologies for any inconveniences or unhappiness caused.

Exclusivity with Advertlets.

2008-07-20T12:28:00.005+08:00

After a few weeks of discussion, i finally finalized all the details, queries and concerns of my blog/me being featured on Advertlets Titans. I'm quite thrilled and honored to be placed alongside my friends Nathaniel and Felicia.

This is what Sc penned, for me, to be place in the feature shown below.
"Seen his posters at train stations lately? Featuring Ryan's media experience, his thoughts on life, movies, music and school in his blog exclusive! Get to know him! Leave a comment!"

Why did i sign up / Why i like Advertlets?
I first heard about Advertlets from Nathaniel early this year but had never gotten down to engaging their services until slightly later whenl told me about how impressed he was with the quick and sincere response of Josh Lim from Advertlets when a complication earlier this year caused the Advertlets domain to expire, resulting in the redirection of blogs to a placeholder page. Upon hearing that, i was impressed, and swayed. I decided to sign up with them, and went on to run their ads on my blog. It was until last month did i read about the Adverlets Titan widget that i started exchanging emails with the Advertlets support team to find out more about it. I was highly satisfied with the quick response of the relevant personnel from that i decided to give them exclusivity for a minimum of 6 months. If all goes well, i'm looking at giving them long term exclusivity.

What i hope to get from Advertlets?
Given that I'm currently being featured in the Advertlets Titan Widget along with 2 of my friends in the media industry - Nathaniel and Felicia, i hope that my number of unique visitors will soar even further. After this featured period, I'm hoping the number of daily hits would maintain, if not increase. That, would naturally translate to an increased in earnings. Besides that, i'm looking forward to doing Advertorials for Advertlets as it gives me an opportunity to do write ups for a product/service and a chance to showcase my flare for writing. With that in mind, I foresee an amiable long term exclusive relationship with Advertlets.

Love. Fated or By Choice?

2008-07-15T09:31:00.005+08:00

I'm enjoying every moment of my 3 day break.

While watching Grey's Anatomy that day, i came across this interesting 'voice-over' by Meredith. It's brilliant how the scriptwriter linked up Romeo and Juliet with reality - fate, poison, choice, dagger. Decided to share it with the world so here goes. Enjoy reading! =)

"Mrs. Snyder used to make us act out all the parts. Sal Scafarillo was Romeo. As fate would have it, I was Juliet. Most of the girls were green with envy. I wasn't. I told Ms. Snyder that Juliet was an idiot.

For one thing, she falls for the one guy she knows she can't have... Everyone thinks it's so romantic: Romeo and Juliet, true love... how sad. If Juliet was stupid enough to fall for the enemy, drink a bottle of poison, and go to sleep in a mausoleum, then she deserved everything she got.

Mrs. Snyder explained to me that when fate comes into play, choice sometimes goes out the window. Maybe Romeo and Juliet were fated to be together, but just for a while, and then their time passed. If they could have known that beforehand, maybe it all would have been okay.

I told Mrs. Snyder that when I was grown up, I'd take fate into my own hands. I wouldn't let some guy drag me down. Mrs. Snyder said that I'd be lucky if I ever had that kind of passion with someone, and if I did, we'd be together forever.

Even now, I believe that for the most part, love is about choices. It's about putting down the poison and the dagger and making your own happy ending... most of the time. And sometimes, despite all your best intentions, fate wins anyway."

Sg Flyer Revisited

2008-07-13T20:11:00.005+08:00

I'm starting to pen proper entries again, which is a good thing right? But of course, photo entries will be posted periodically (like this one), depending on how fast i finish editing photos. I've had a few free nights last week, which i dedicated to learning to use GIMP on my Macbook. Nathaniel recommended it after i told him Adobe Photoshop (which he is using) is too expensive for me to afford. Therefore... this is the first entry blogged from my Macbook!

A few weeks back, I visited the Singapore Flyer for a second time. I vaguely remembered it was after a night of partying at Zouk so i was in dire need of sleep. We arrived in the late afternoon for dinner prior to the actual ride. The food at this restaurant was pretty damn good i must say. I had this 'seafood baked rice' thing which, for the first time, was stuffed with more seafood than rice. The restaurant does not serve ice water, which meant the only way to quench my thirst was to order. Sparkling water turned out to be a horrible experience for my sis but not for me since i've drank it before. Post dinner, we walked around and enjoyed the view before finally boarding the capsule.

Dinner...

This being my second visit to the Singapore Flyer, (My first visit could be read HERE. It was with ChongQing and John and it was in the afternoon.) I expected it to be slightly different as it's in the late evening. Possibly due to my fatigue, the excitement wasn't there. People around were 'Ooh-ing' and "Ahh-ing' about the buildings they spotted but I couldn't even be bothered about the buildings. Instead, staring at the entire landscape, my mind drifted off. On the whole, the only take away this time round was witnessing the sunset. The sunset against the backdrop of our skyscrapers was a rare gem in our urban landscape. That sunset made me feel even sleepier. I'm amazed No One spotted the Merlion. How disappointing.

Alright, next week's kinda intense. I have tickets for The Dark Knight!!! *grins*

Not that 'Cold' after all.

2008-07-10T09:05:00.005+08:00

I was feeling so lethargic and blur yesterday i dropped all my coins on the escalator on the way home. It was so embarrassing as people were behind me and it's not like the coins fell quietly. Thanks to numerous posters put up at all train stations, we are taught that escalators are dangerous places and we should be careful not to let our clothes or limbs get caught in it. Hence picking up the coins with my bare hands was not an option. I decided to let them go.

As i stepped away from the escalator, this lady behind me used her bare hands to sweep the coins from the escalator onto the ground. I stared at her, half expected her hands to get 'eaten'. She was quick and swift, and before i could react, her hand was outstretched in my direction. I almost wanted to hug her for her bravery. It's bravery la, i mean it's not like she took my coins and ran away. I looked at her with that full of gratitute bambi eyes and said "thank you so much". It's good to know there is still warmth in this world even though it's visibly lacking in school.

Yesterday, i bade farewell to my ash-brown coloured hair of 6 months. I dyed it blueish-black and i'm not sure which i liked best. Anyway there's a photo of it below. More photos to come, since my next two weeks are filled with potential photo events.

Blueish Black hair

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner.

2008-07-04T01:25:00.005+08:00

This is a follow-up entry on my Bartending project with Nuffnang 2 weeks back. If have yet to read my entry, you can read it HERE. I realised i haven't thanked Cherie and Huiwen proper for their support on that day (even though it's part of their job requirement). So anyway, i made a trip down to collect my prize money and sponsored camera on Wednesday. Sparing you guys from the "oohs" and "ahhs", one of the gifts, the promised camera turned out to be a sleek 8.1 megapixel Casio Exilim Z80.

Nuffnang Co-Founder Ming presenting the camera to me

My (free) Casio Exilim Z80.

From left: Camera Pouch, Mini Tripod, 4GB memory card, Landyard and Handstrap, Lens Cleaning Kit

Ramblings:
I watched so many (free) movies recently that i'm gonna drop dead if i were to explode with excitement over every single one. That said, do check out my movie ratings for this year HERE.

Anyway, The music at MOS was pretty trashy on Wednesday and the martinis' at Lunar sucked. I attended the gala premiere of 'Hancock' with John yesterday and watched 'Wanted' with Eric and ZG before clubbing on Wed. That's pretty much my life for the past few days, photos to come at a later time. The next few days would be packed with *ahem* tuition.

Question Existing.

2008-07-01T00:44:00.005+08:00

It's the last month before school starts.
I'm choosing my commitments very carefully.
I'm drawing lines.
I do not want to spend my time on people who want to know me because of who i know.
I'm drawing 2 circles.
Question is that of placement - inner, outer or outside.
Answer is crude but essential.

So the people on the 'to meet' list so far are - Mel, Pat, Bryan, Feli, Ck, Zh, Clarence, Ls, Jy, Cheryl, Ness, Wt, Eric, Zg, Tim, Dex, Kelv, Derrick, Noel Koh, Cb, Sc, Dennis, Aly ...

On Bartending and Concoction.

2008-06-24T11:11:00.005+08:00

'Layered' Drink.

In conjunction with SPRING Singapore and Restaurant Association of Singapore, Nuffnang launched the "A day on the Job in the F&B industy" program which gave me the chance to experience working as a bartender at Zouk last week. Upon reaching at 8pm, i met up briefly with Cherie and Huiwen from Nuffnang before being ushered by Zouk's Operations Manager to the Bar Manager who got me my uniform to look my part. After putting on the shirt/apron and my name tag, i was officially the 'guest bartender' for that night.

Learning 'Measurements'.

Learning from Wesley.

I was assigned to learn the ropes from Wesley at the WineBar. He and some others gave me an insight of the job. Being a bartender, besides having confidence, also requires an indepth knowledge of what drinks the bar has to offer in order to effectively suggest drinks for indecisive customers.

Preparing 'Absolut Mango White Choc Martini'

'Absolut Mango White Choc Martini'

For basic knowledge, I was introduced to the different categories of alcoholic drinks, consisting of 'Martinis', 'Shooters', 'House Specials', 'Classic/Sparkling Cocktails' and 'Party Drinks' (shots). They are most often stemmed from the seven 'House Pours' - 'Vodka', 'Gin', 'Tequila', 'Rum', 'Whisky', 'Brandy' and 'Bourbon'. Upon learning some of their characteristics, it became clear why some drinks blend better than others when mixed with juices. Thereafter, i was told the different 'Methods' of preparation. They consist of 'shaking', 'build in', 'blended' and 'layered'. I had a 'hands-on' on the first two and it was relatively easy after a while, even thou i still required help from the recipe and the other bartenders.

Preparing 'Absolut Go Mango'

'Absolut Go Mango'

Post-preparation, there is still the knowledge of what kinds of glasses and garnish to use. Some are self-explanatory like 'Martini', 'Beer', 'Wine', 'Champagne Flute' and 'Shots' glasses while others require knowledge (again). They are the 'Tall Glass'(10 oz), 'Rock Glass'(8 oz), 'Balloon' glasses and some others.

At midnight, i went over to Velvet Underground where a party event was in progress. Life behind the bar counter was bustling. It was at Velvet where Wesley showed me the other two preparation methods (layered and blended). I was impressed at how meticulous you have to be at while preparing a 'layered' drink so that the layers actually show. Nearing 3am, he brought me around all the bars in Zouk, Phuture, Velvet to ensure everything was locked and in place. It was weird seeing a fully lit Zouk and Phuture but that's besides the point. Another bartender then showed me the switching off of the beer supply prior to closing.

On the whole, even though it's only one day of experiencing this job, I realised that being a bartender is not easy. Besides having to have knowledge of ALL the available concoctions and knowing how to prepare them, a bartender also has to exude confidence when dealing with guests. They also need to be a good listener to people's problems and offering advice and suggestions of drinks based on their preferences. It's was a great bartending experience for me, at one of the leading night spots in Singapore.

Fine Modern Japanesque

2008-06-22T23:50:00.005+08:00

I'm seriously zonked from the past few days. Undeniably, it's been fruitful, and eventful and expect at least 2 entries the coming week. I completed a second assignment with Nuffnang this week, the first was completed couple of weeks ago. You can read it HERE. I kinda enjoyed myself more for this second one, minus the fact that it stretched until 5am the next day. I'll blog about it in a couple of days..

Here's a belated entry, for Father's Day.

Father's day was celebrated at Dozo. Thanks to the management for acceding to my request of a private room. ;) I've been to Dozo once before and it was a pleasant experience so i've been spreading the word since. The excellent service, the quality and presentation of each course is really worth the time and money spent. Still, it was a first time for the rest of my family so i'm glad they enjoyed the food.

Family Potrait.

John, me, Sis.

We had our lunch there, which comprised of a six courses. Along with the courses came laughter and conversations. I guess the ambiance and privacy really made everyone relaxed and happy. Thanks to Eric for being a such a good host too!
Food photos are taken by John. Here are our takes on each course. (=

Starter.
(From left: Scallop, Goose Liver and Smoked Salmon)

Side Dish.
(From left: Steamed egg custard with scallop and foie gras topped with cavier; Tempura batted Soft Shell Crab on galette of mash; Grantinated escargoats topped with garlic and yuzu butter.)

Soup.
(From left: Japanese kon-bu miso soup; Infusion of cepes mushroom and truffle)

Main Course.
(From left: Baked Atlantic cod fillet with miso cream cappuccino; Beef tenderloin on 'pu-ye' and granite hot stone; Grilled chicken roulette with wild mushroom on baked apple risotto)

Dessert and Drinks.
(From left: Freshly baked warm chocolate cake served with ice-cream; Japanese 'mua-chi' ice-cream with red bean; Hot roselle rhythm; Iced fruity refresher)

An Ode to..

2008-06-18T03:25:00.005+08:00

The sole solid memory of you would be on the day when results were released. Your exact words, 'With your grades, i would move on to a better college. Don't get too comfortable. Think about it.' I'm sorry i did not heed your advice then. Being the first form class in your teaching career, i hope we left you with good memories, cos the memories you left us, behind your stern facade, are that of a caring mentor.

..Mr Kelvin Tan, may you rest in peace.

Take a Bow / Disturbia.

2008-06-15T11:42:00.005+08:00

To mark the start of my 3 day break, i'm doing something i haven't done in a long while - sharing the album currently on constant playback in my i-pod touch. Rihanna's 'Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded' has 2 new singles, which has the potential to become big hits.
'Take a Bow' and 'Disturbia' are the latest additions to this album and i must say i totally dig both songs, like listening to it umpteen times daily to justify my love for these 2 latest hits. 'Take a Bow', i have no idea how to describe this song. It grows on you. 'Disturbia' is a club song like 'Don't Stop the Music', only much much better, i feel. I first heard it on Perezhilton and I'm pretty sure it'll be a club hit soon.
I especially love this latest version of her re-released album due to the great number of songs i like. The original version consists of the scarily successful 'Umbrella' from last year and the famed singles/tracks that followed - 'Shut Up and Drive', 'Don't Stop the Music' and 'Push Up on Me'. This reloaded version gave me all the reason to get the album. 'Cry' was previously released as a single in UK and its been on my playlist since last year.

The mandopop scene has been such a great disappointment recently that i swear by my i-pod that i would not upload any latest mandarin songs unless they are from my favourite few, who are currently M.I.A.

My New Best Friends.

2008-06-13T00:41:00.005+08:00

My Macbook and Ipod Touch arrived a few days back. So this is the first entry blogged from my new trophy. ;)

As i took longer than expected to get used to the Mac OS, this entry was delayed until now. Memo(MacBook) and Imo (Ipod Touch) are now sitting proudly and comfortably on my desk with my 4 years old laptop (Neco) and my mobile phone (Lego). Yes.. photos.

Memo in her box.

Memo is born!

Imo in her box.

Imo sitting beside Lego.

I'm taking a short break before plunging into another round of craziness next week. More to come, more to come...

Through the Rain.

2008-06-11T01:13:00.005+08:00

Heavy downpour and strong winds;
Splashed by a bus while waiting to cross the road;
Drenched from waist down as a result.
But i made it through the rain.

I'm back. ;)

8 hours.

2008-06-05T00:11:00.005+08:00

I took E.Brown with me for my assignment ~~today~~ yesterday. E.Black would have suited my outfit for the day but seeing that she just got herself stitched up last night, i decided otherwise. My first time in that compound, but neither it's size nor it's grandeur intrigues me. With that name hanging at the gate, it's expected. So the second attempt was smoother than the first, in terms of confidence and comfortability. I'm flattered by the glances as i sat there waiting, but that is something i would never do, especially when it's a race against time and my future depended on it. Answering your question.. no, i did not give anyone my number.

My Aspirations are My Possibilities

Blog Dead.

Not Just Yet.

Leavin'

买东西 吃东西!

The Answer Is ... (part 2)

The Answer Is ... (part 1)

Lesson Learnt.

"Light the Way!"

我.

The Proposal.

Not Just Yet.

Conclusion.

Stay(ing) Real.

Hort.

Tweet Tweet!!!

NCORE!

Turn(ing) to Stone

快乐是选择! =)

Point Proven.

Revelation.

The Drama that defines Great Television.

Angels and Demons.

The Game of Life.

Lovin' the Pace.

Healing with Time.

Starry Starry Night?

矛盾.

4 - 2 = 2

"Sunk Costs?"

Recharged!!!

Time to Step Up.

无奈.

Shout Out.

Sometimes Life has a Better Idea.

Screw the Odds.

22 - Thank YOU.

22.

惊喜. 感动.

"为什么而辛苦 "... feeling NUMB.

Something to Talk About..

Down the grapevine.

CNY Takeaway.

"The Wedding" Gala Premiere + CNY SteamboatS!!!

Snake and Ladder.

Cherish.

The Re-Start Button.

第一天...永远那么灿烂

2008: Change is the only Constant.

Nostalgic Fun @ The ZOO!!!

The Week Before X'mas!!!

Light Up! Lights Up!

Reality Check...

"... just like the circus"

RIHANNA! Live in Singapore!

Movie Weekend + School's Out!

Out From Under.

Come Come Come!

"I have a dream... A song to sing."

Alive.

"The Coffin" Gala Premiere + Hiatus!

A Reason to Celebrate! =)

It's Felicia's Birthday!

iLoveSTAGE!

Reality.

A-Mei's STAR Concert.

Soonish.

Untimely.

Living with a Crazy Schedule.

No More Whining.

Why-I-Went-MIA.

Thank You.

Grey's Anatomy Season 5.

"Mei-mei!"

"周公讲鬼" Launch Event.

More Than Words.

When Robots fall in Love.

'12 Lotus' Gala Premiere!

Blur.

'12 Lotus' - A Review.

买东西吃东西!