Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Bye Year 2008 Part II

Then now i am embarking on a key phase of my life. I hope i can get the most out of it and enjoy myself. Sometimes, when i am doing something, i will have this 'don't think too much and just do' mentality. In this way, it might benefit me greatly as i have a tendency to worry over events that have not happened.

2008 - it is a year when i made it into my dream course and the University i want to get in. Now i just need to wait till 2010 to study at University. This year, i also found my passion and the kind of job i would want to have in the future. Some may find my dream laughable; others may disagree with me. I have my mind set in this and all i have to make sure that i don't divert away from my goals.

I stepped into the year that seemed so ordinary but after all, it was a good year spent with so many, so many for me to remember. THANK YOU for all the people that i met and being part of my life in some way. I am grateful. Wish you all the best in all that you do!

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Bye Year 2008 Part I

Tomorrow will be the start of the last week of year 2008. Year 2008 will be one of those my favourite years although Mummy did say that year 2008 is not a good year for people who are born in the year of cow. Hopefully, year 2009 will be better for her and Dad.

To me, year 2002 was a great one and could be compared to year 2008. In year 2002, i was able to fly to Korea and there were many holiday trips that i still remember clearly. That's why i am always hoping when i am rich enough, i can migrate to a place where there is winter.

As for year 2008, i managed to go on holidays with maternal and paternal families to Genting. These 2 trips have been largely different in terms of experience. Most importantly, i had a great time. Also, earlier in the year, i graduated with a Diploma in Business Studies after 3 years. It was hard work to receive the certificate.

Then through good friend of mine - Shu Fen, i landed myself a job in the area of teaching. It was a 5 month stint and i managed to meet ... (counting) over 100 students. They are all so different. I managed to see how sub-culture really worked within an organisation/community. Although we may be small as a country, the way people behave can be so different. The experience for me was like 'When North meets West".

To be cont'd. . .

Saturday, December 27, 2008

Year 2008 - an end in sight

Year 2008 is coming to an end soon. It is less than 1 week to another eventful year - the year 2009. To say the truth, i actually am looking forward to Chinese New Year. That is when i can grin wider as i collect all my red packets.

This world is moving towards the climax of the year. This period is always having members of the globe gathering together to close the current year while opening a brand new year. It has been like that and will be the same. Probably, i will meet my friends to invite the new year.

Thursday, December 25, 2008

waiting

Waiting for somebody is a wild dream. For someone like him to take up that dream, he is wishing for something close to being impossible. Moreover, it is a wait that sees no future or rather there is no dateline.

But with faith from above, he is granted with greater (sometimes foolish) strength to carry on. He dislikes himself for the dread state he is in. He still knows that this is ultimately a love-hate motion. Nevertheless, he places his trust and faith in the invisible hands. He waits on.

A rainy christmas

It is always special when it is Christmas, especially on the Christmas Eve. This year, it was no different. On the street, i witnessed people flooding the pedestrian crossing as they made their meandering way to the shopping mall. People were everywhere in the mall. This kept the businesses going on for the night with some making last minute christmas shopping spree. Besides that, the displayed decorations were just nice for the Christmas mood. To couples, they took a few pictures to remember the night they felt so special about.

However, as i left the mall, the snow-like rain came drizzling down on me. How nice it would have been if it were snow! Despite the rain, it did not bring down this special festive mood. Happines was in the air. While on the bus, the rain got heavier. But i seemed to like it more than ever because i was reminded of the days when i was in a snowy Korea.

The rain was undoubtedly a special and surprise gift from above. A rainy Christmas.


MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Sunday, December 21, 2008

lousy temper

Recently, i feel that i have a super lousy temper. I changed. For smallest thing on the world, i would want to screamm. I had no control but to feel angry and then without much thinking, i would argue. I wanted to get rid of this lousy temper of mine. It is hard, as hard as a rock.

late birthday celebration but grateful!

20 Dec, it was the last friends' gathering i had. But it was enjoyable. I went out with Gerry, Aik Nen, Amy, Maureen and Pearlyn. oh NO! This sounds like a typical blog entry. Well, i still had to go on writing. Supposedly, we were to meet at Bedok for cycling. AH HA! Before i even reached Bedok, Amy was the first casualty. She smsed me that she had some last minute thing cropped up. So our cycling party reduced from 4 to 3. haha. Maureen called me at 1.15pm saying she just stepped out of the house and that called for the emergency plan. So what was the emergency plan? Nah, i did not even think of one. Gerry and i met shortly. Within a few minutes, we came up with a genius's idea - watch movie at Marina Square. Just nice, we reached City Hall the same time as Maureen.

YES MAN was the movie we decided on the spot. haha. It is a must-watch movie. I found funny all the way. Say YES ! Then it was Marina Barrage. Gerry, Maureen and i were taking pictures while waiting for the reinforcement to join us. Then, i thought it was a birthday surprise for Maureen. Gerry came back with the rest from fetching them. haha. So the song went, "Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday to kwan chet!" haha. What!?! It was my name. What a joke it was! The song was also sung to Maureen. haha. Maureen and I were both tricked. Then came the cake. It went right into my face. It was chocolate. All thanks to Gerry and his swift palm. Maybe i was not even prepared for it. That marked my first cake-smashing.

We landed ourselves at Old Airport Road for dinner. As we were on the bus home, i tried to talk to them. But my coughs engulfed me. They could not hear me. So i desperately exercised for some self made sign language. Apparently, it made things worse. But seems like Pearlyn coughed slightly at the end of the day. Hopefully, she is not down with it.

The birthday present was a ball with a card. I guess Amy must be the one doing the card. Thank YOU, Amy, Yong Qing, Grace, Pak Wing, Gerry, Pearlyn, Maureen and Melise!

Gerry looking ahead! haha.















childish! 2















the man dreams on . . .















We look blur here. It's too far from the camera!















Nearer is better, maybe.















the new generation fighting characters















battle on!















nice picture. i like this one.















Gerry is a mountain too high to climb~















finally, i got up this 1.8m mountain.















Gerry shows you 2. . . haha.
















































THANK YOU!

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

14 Dec 08

14 Dec 08














































This picture looks good. With the stripes on our shirts, we walked on this path of stripes home. What a combination!

Monday, December 15, 2008

Photos

Karaoke and dinner time! on 12 Dec


孙女 and Ann
















Hanxiang is there!
















Guan Zhu came for the food.
















756!















2 is better!
















Cap and Eeyore!















Sunday, December 14, 2008

my days

10 Dec

I visited my grandma. Accompanied by Mummy, i went to Jurong Point. Initially, it was not in the plan. Since Mummy mentioned that the extension was opening, we went ahead. The extension was grand. To me, with the new extension, it looked like a small town where top brand products could be found.

11 Dec

I went back to the old place. I was there. I stood and looked at them moving around. But no one noticed me. Maybe it was my cap that they did not take note of me. However, we managed to have some fun sessions playing a soccer regulated with a set of strange rules. Then, there were funny moments while playing the game 'chop chillis'. Perhaps, we 'chopped' too many chillis already. haha.

12 Dec

Another old place. Some of the friends. Some still called me "Uncle". Well, perhaps a 2o year old could be that old. As usual, they played like tomorrow is coming to an end. After that, we had a short sharing session. Then off i went to K Box with Michelle, Ann and Han Xiang. Guan Zhu joined us for some superb dinner. Finally, i got to eat chilli crabs. Although it was alittle spicy, i like it.

Monday, December 8, 2008

8 dec

On sunday, 7 December 2008. I cycled at the park near my house. I went with my father. Well, it was a quick cycle and i find it good to cycle around compared to running.









Marina Barrage. I went there with Han Xiang, Yi Long, Guan Zhu. It was magnificent. It would definitely be a place i want to visit again.








Waiting for the arrival of tomorrow - 9 DECEMBER 2008. This is how good it is going to be.

Saturday, December 6, 2008

goodbye 19

goodbyes to ten series that i have been through all these years. i am grateful. welcome to brand new life in the twenty series. goodbye 19.

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Cycle

In a short while, i made up my mind. With some help from Dad, i pumped the bike. In no time, i was ready to move off. It was ages i last cycled. But today, even before i could go ahead with my hastily-decided activity, the weather was a letdown. It rained. Nevertheless, I was simply too determined to cycle today. With my cap on, i cycled through the park near my block. Without the sun, it was cooling. I cut through the winds coming my way. The pond that i made way around was a pleasure and i just want to cycle with my favourite musical hits.

Friday, November 28, 2008

success

My life is built upon failures - repeated, new. But once there i found my own success, all the loneliness left me quietly. I feel refreshed, thereafter.

Saturday, November 22, 2008

my ear

i am going to the doctor on coming wednesday. something happened to my ear. happy? sad? i do not know. Recently, there is a ringing sound in my left ear. It is irritating. could it be a symptom of something more unfortunate (i.e. deafness)? well, i do not even want to think about it.

i have got a pressing goal to complete on coming thursday. i need to capitalise on it and make sure i improve. all this will end soon when thursday comes. i will 'haha, haha, haha' all the way! Before all that, i am keeping my fingers that i stay injury-free.

Approximately 2 weeks more and counting down.

Sunday, November 16, 2008

My simple sunday

My simple sunday.

I made it a point to wake up early at 7 sharp. The reason was that i did not want to lose my precious time and i had to grab myself a reading material. As usual, once i was out of the bed and done with teeth-brushing, my computer was switched on. While i was listening to music, i had my breakfast. Soon, around 8.30am, i was out of my habitat. I took a bus and off i went to the MRT. I reached Orchard and went straight to Borders. Alas, i could not find the book i always wanted. Well, too bad. To make sure i did not return empty-handed, i bought Times magazine.

Then i took the same MRT route - red line back home. Listening to songs alone on the MRT was lovable. This was when i could free myself from this world and delved into comfortable dreams. Like bacteria, my thoughts multiplied. I lived in the world of my own where my dreams led me on comfortably. To make sure i was pampered a little, i got a cup of Pearly Soya Milk from Mr. Bean. It was so COOL and my favourite drink. I have to wait till next week for this favourite drink. I reached home. Time for me to go off soon AGAIN!

3 more weeks to go. . . .

lost my goal

my sense of direction, i lost it. i am still pondering over my future. what a time to think about it! i sort of lost my personal goal.

time flies

i was super happy yesterday. but it was not the case today. what an 180 degrees change in my mood!?! i need more free time. time flies as i want it to.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

My sunday

In the morning, i took a bus to visit my grandmother. It was 2 months ago that i went to her house. haha. But luckily, i managed to do some catch-up with her. This was something i was glad doing. Then i treaded my way to Bugis to grab some stuff. It was very soon i took detour home via the MRT. I saw the places that i used to go. But now, it is no longer the case and will not be, in the near future. My sunday spent plainly.

Saturday, November 8, 2008

night activities

This week is finally ending and i just reach home from a day's hard work. It was a good week spent. haha. Off to some night activities to de-stress.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Countdown to 9 dec

If there is a day i can look forward in the near future, it has to be 9 December. This is the day that i can finally do something that i can't for the past few months. Now i am left approximately 1 month to that very day. I hope that after that day, i can do the things i want to. For almost everyday, i am looking towards that day and it just seems nearer and nearer. Good, isn't it? I like that day.

Countdown to 9 dec
Nowadays, whenever i blog, i feel i have lost the touch to write. Have i become silly? I just could not effectively bring out my feelings. It is hard to blog, blog, blog, blog.

Mummy's barley

Mummy's barley

I just love eating it. It is so sweet that i feel all the sincerity in it. If only i could have it after each hard day...

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

rare, care-free day

It was Tuesday today. Surely, it was the rarest of all tuesdays since september to have myself roaming around freely. I had my fair share of fun. The day was packed with meeting my army friends that included gaming, playing pool and lastly, my favourite enjoyment - eating ice-cream (must be premium ice-cream). I find good buddies in Chong Sheng and Keng Han when it comes to eating ice-cream. The last time we had our ice-cream was at Haagan Dazs but today, it was Ben & Jerry. As usual, my ice-cream must be in the company of a caramel coated, hot WAFFLE.


The rare, care-free weekday that i had in so many days.

short message

I am back to the land. Time has not been easy for me. Update more later. I am out to fun finally after a week of tough work.

Monday, October 27, 2008

going through

I am going through the motion with my friends and i so hope that things pass by fast.


See you in the next post!!

Sunday, October 26, 2008

still sick

I am still sick. Sometimes, i feel there is too much phelgm in my throat. This is so irritating. There is like a layer of phelgm covering my voice box. Now i cannot even speak properly. Words coming out from my mouth are hardly heard. Then, some medicine has drowsiness effect. Because of that, i feel weak. I walk as though i wobble through my way. But the good thing is once you consume this type of medicine, you can sleep all day long. I want to recover asap.

Saturday, October 25, 2008

ill

Currently, i am having slight fever, sore throat and cough. The endless coughing is getting on my nerves and i am irritated. Well, i have taken my first medication and hopefully, i can recover. It feels bad being sick. It restricts me from going out. I missed an outing which i am supposed to be on the street talking to my friends. I missed it. Regarding my fitness, i am improving daily but i will need faster recovery. I can't afford another illness. I am definitely ill this time.

Sunday, October 19, 2008

exams wishes

All the best for all taking exams now. Do your best and all will be well. have faith.

My feelings will not sway

I still look forward to the day where i still could see what i want to. Although it is whimsical, i just wish for it to happen with all my sincerity. Yes, i might have changed. But i am sure, without an inch of doubt, that my feelings will not sway wayward.

I am now left with 2 more months. Time flies with me safe!

study

I need to plan ahead. I just can't wait to go back to study.

Fear

Fear is commonly associated with me. The very reason for fear is due to the uncertainty that i will be encountering. I do not know what lies ahead of me. As a result, it has caused me to be more fearful. No matter what, i need to learn to be bold and face the uncertainty bravely. I need more positive feedbacks to get myself into a good shape.

haha. haha. haha. haha. haha. laugh more. haha. haha. haha. it might help. haha. haha. haha. haha.

Saturday, October 18, 2008

jay chou's shuo hao de xin fu ne

說好的幸福呢 - 周杰倫

It is Jay Chou's new song from his own new album, 魔杰座. I have waited for a year. It is cool and i have bought it.

birthdays

With this week, i want to wish 2 persons happy(belated)birthdays. Wish them dreams come true. I wish i can see them soon. That's why i support the theory of 'time flies with me safe'.

Sunday, October 12, 2008

"吃的好,睡的好, 万事顺利"

Before i left my house, in my head, there were a few phrases.

"吃的好,睡的好, 万事顺利"

I will live through it.

Curb the mental block

To myself, I have this to say: "Curb that mental block!" I need to stay calm. With that, i put my safety. destiny and life in the hands of the heaven up there as it will watch over me, like it has always.

Sunday, October 5, 2008

Weekly update/summary

Weekly update/summary: A fairly fast week

With public holiday's help, this week ended quick. I just hope every week, it runs smooth for me. This week saw a Children's Day. Well, Happy Belated Children's Day to all children in the world! They will always be wonderful. The last time i had my Children's Day was some years back and it was long ago. I am sure it was a fun day for the children. haha. Apart from that, i am driving myself to my own limits each day and these limits of mine have been broken constantly.

I need to grow old faster as i want to see my dream come true.

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Undying spirit

Title:Undying spirit

An undying spirit in me has been excavated. This spirit has, as a result, made me feel reborn. Also, I realised that i have so much energy in me even when body is worn out. The determination that the spirit has given me, has re-established a new set of belief. Because of this, i will work even harder for my dream from now on.

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Home

Title: Home

When i was young, i used to think that it would be fun to be away from home. Home, it is a place where it was heavily guarded and governed only by my parents. It is a place i need to obey the governors. Whenever i make a mistake, i would be reprimanded for the little things. Lucky me, i am not calculative and i tend to forget the bad deeds that others created on me - be forgiving.

But now, i have grown older and i will not be at this home daily. I miss it. I am sure everyone else misses it. Just like the phrase - absence makes the heart grow fonder - applies, i miss my home and family. Perhaps, being absent from home, it makes me recall the sweet things that my home can offer. One thing i can confirm is that each child will have his/her first class treatment (equivalent to being treated like an Emperor) from his/her parents, no matter what. Compare how my parents and others treat me and i will know that what it means earth and heaven.

Learning to cope well with all new challenges.

Monday, September 29, 2008

BACK

Title: BACK

I am BACK, temporarily. Well, i am still alive and kicking. I just reached home a few hours back. I have changed, so does everyone else.

My wish now is time flies. Let's hope i blink 3 times and time flies as i want it to.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

16 September 2008

Title: 16 September 2008

Finally, it is 16 September 2008. I will be back blogging in 2 - 3 weeks' time. Till then, i will be back.

Remember to vote for my 15 sep post on self portrait. Start voting, thanks!

My recollection

Title: My recollection

My recollection. The past 5 months have been fun for me personally. It was a milestone and i definitely would concur that it has changed my life quite a big chunk. The change was a positive one, no doubt. It was happiness, in short. I just feel life in a great way. This, of course, leads me to having an insatiable greed of having this happiness, always. From now, my perception of life is just so lovely and every bit beautiful. Perhaps, it is due to the fact i have got not much stress. But certainly, i enjoyed what i did. Nothing else i experienced had so much impact on me, compared to this one. I feel appreciated in every way.

The things that were said, given to me. I felt them all in a positive light. Sometimes, they laughed, joked. I shared it too. When they were moody, i understood it. When i nagged, they would imitate me. Although i was irritated sometimes, i understood that they needed a break and i somewhat accepted their jokes. The spirit they showed was direct and nothing else. The questions they asked were, at times, amusing. I could not help but just gave a smile. We even made faces at each other. Looking at all the different expressions, it made you laughed. haha. They then came up with names. Although it was some funny names, at least they did it in the least offending way. What's more can i ask of them?

In work, I was with them to face the most daunting questions. I witnessed how they progressed in it. Even during meals, we could chat everything under the sun. We bade each other goodbyes when the day ended.

I am proud of them. Hopefully, they can all add values to the society in their own rights. Thank you all. I know most of you may not read this. Well, let's just hope you all receive this message in your dreams or even spiritually, you receive my blessings and praises.

The dream ahead of me is there for me to achieve it. Likewise, years before the big dream may even cause me to change my mind about it. Well, let's hope not.

Monday, September 15, 2008

A self portrait

Title: A self portrait


This is the me now. It will not be like that. haha. I quite like this drawing. You can call me Mister Tan, Tissue Uncle, Chen Guan Rong, Kan-tang. But sometimes, remain restrained alittle.
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Title: Suddenly

Suddenly, i just got so much to say. I found that i have so much unsaid. Perhaps when things are not clear, it is sometimes much better. Maybe, just maybe i can find out that wish can come true in the most surprising fashion that i, myself could ever have thought of. Well, i can only pray for that kind of miracle. I have had my own miracles earlier in my life. But the question now is - have i used up all my possible chances to create the future miracles?

I just want to do better.

I just want to make this world a better place.

I just want to add value.

I just want to have my wishes come true.

I just want to be special.

I just want to blog now, don't i?

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Miss them all

Title: Miss them all

The music that i listen on my MP3 often and all time favorite songs - i will miss them all!

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My last day

Title: My last day

Today was my last day. I went around visiting from morning till night. So it was a fruitful day as i did what i wanted. I went around visiting and non-stop visiting. 3 months and i will see you all again. Come december, my favourite month. Don't forget me by then.

In the night, all the wishes came in and i felt glad about it. Then, my parents were worried about me that they kept reminding me this and that. Although they nagged, i appreciate it. This shows they care about me. I also had friends helping me with the packing. Thanks. Then, i went to grandparents' house. I was given words of advice. After all, they were making me feel more comfortable psychologically.

Let's hope it is all well. I will do fine.

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

genius

A young child who possesses the skills awed by the world is deemed a genius. Most of the time, when a person is younger and he/she achieves incredibly, he/she will be more recognized.

Monday, September 8, 2008

practising drawwwinngg

theesee fewww hourrss, i havvee beeen bussyy masterinngg the skills off drawinngg. Hopefully, my drawing will improve further. haha. Practices make perfect. Livingg it noowww. haha.

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Grandma's birthday

Title: Grandma's birthday

I just came back from Grandma's house. She just had her birthday celebration. It was a simple dinner at her house. There, I was busy doing origami with cousins. Then, Hui was singing some song a few times and Han wore a pair of glasses the first time.

CAKE

















Singing birthday song


















Cutting cake
















Then, our night ended with me, Darren, Davin, Yong Lin, Tiongtiong and Boon playing thief and cheat. It was fun.

I am going to be missing in action in less than 9 days.

Saturday, September 6, 2008

Genting Trip (breakfast version) 4

Genting Trip (Breakfast version) 4

Last day was short and most of our time was on the bus back home. Had our shopping and lunch before leaving.

Taken after checking out

















At lunch

















Just before we were leaving, Kwan Boon and i rushed to buy BR and we had our icecream session on the bus downhill.





EATING ICE CREAM

Friday, September 5, 2008

Happy birthday, dickson

Happy birthday, DICKSON! All's well for you. Dreams come true, i wish you. More cousins' gatherings to come in the near future, please. Happy BIRTHDAY, once again.

Thursday, September 4, 2008

Genting Trip (breakfast version) 3

Title: Genting Trip (breakfast version) 3

After the bowling session, we went straight to have our dinner. From there, the funny jokes developed. Winn joined us there as he just finished his Snow World. I gave him a good hug when he came. Then we began chatting. As he saw the breakfast design on my shirt, he kept saying 'breakfast'. I should have recorded it down. He sounded adorable. BREAKFAST, breakfast. haha. What's more, he made an inverted diamond shape with his index fingers and thumbs together and also asked me what it was. haha. Like a disease, it spread. Soon, we all did that to each other when i said the word, "formation".



ER JIE at dinner


















ME at dinner




















CHLOE at dinner


















DA JIE at dinner


















PENG PENG YI YI at dinner


















DICKSON at dinner


















WINN at dinner

















After our dinner, we went back to Outdoor Theme Park. It was our first time there at night as it does not open at night. But due to National Day, it was open. The Spinner was great with the rain drops coming down on my face.


Spinner at night


















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AARON, DICKSON and ME

















We also got ourselves into the carousel and we took some pictures but there was one picture that looks freaky. It was fun taking photos.



YOYO!



















YEAH.


















the freaky picture



















happy all

Happy birthday

Happy birthday to someone i know born on 3 Sep. Well, I just wish you well and all the best for the coming years. Do well.

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

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Genting trip (breakfast version)

Title: Genting trip (breakfast version)

We all reached Space-Shot. Peng Peng Yi Yi, Chloe and Kwan Boon tried it. haha. Kwan Boon tried the Space-Shot the third time. I still remember when we were up there, there was a 12 second countdown before we were released and thus experienced the feeling of committing
suicide.


Space Shot




















Looking for seats






















Before the ride




















After the ride




















the post-ride interview




Apparently, the ride was no kick to the 3 of them. haha. So we went to Corkscrew.



Corkscrew






















YO! Before ride





















YO! After ride
















It was in the evening we went for some bowling. I am lousy in this. I lost it. I am good at getting perfect scores (zeros). Er Jie was good in it as she had 3 strikes, cool. It was easy to distract Chloe. Whenever i called her name during her turn, she lost her concentration and there went her points.


My 007 score




















I can't stop my perfect score




















Er Jie, the PRO



















I am not in photos often because i was the one taking pictures and videos.... haha.