It is, indeed, heartwarming to know that in this impermanent, mortal world there once existed people who, perhaps unwittingly, through their demise have saved others from the same fate.
Their acts have gained them permanence in the history books and in the hearts of those they have touched.
Immortality needn't be transcendent; it need not be fashioned or etched in concrete, nor does it need to be caramelized in Hollywood glitz & glamour.
Make a difference, and you'll be remembered in the hearts of many.
Friday 23 April 2010 10:29
Somehow, the more I study it, the more I like it.
Monday 15 March 2010 00:39
"The long sobs of the violins of Autumn," "Soothes my heart with a monotonous languor."
Thursday 11 March 2010 23:58
CURRENT AFFAIRS WORKSHOP!
God, I swear; it was epiphany after epiphany. I can't imagine how my life would play out if I had missed this. If I hadn't flunked my O's, if I hadn't worked so hard, I would've missed it. I guess it's fate that I met Mr Tong Yee.
He's just so inspiring that words fail to describe him. I guess it's one of those stuffs in life where you have to experience it yourself.
If you have children and want to send them for tuition, I'd suggest you start only at secondary school. Let them develop and mature by themselves in primary school. From secondary school on, I can recommend you the very best you can find in Singapore: teachers coaches that do not just teach.
These people are here to shape our lives, these people are here to guide: they do not just teach what is in the textbook, they do not teach you just Maths, English, Physics or GP. They teach you about life and how to live it, they teach you to look at things from a wider perspective. These are the people that I have grown to respect and love (note: not that kind of love): Mr Kenneth Ng & Mr Tong Yee.
I would say that these 2 people are the closest I've met to 'men among men'. Absolutely the two most inspiring people, yes siree.
I feel so full of latent energy right now LOL. Everytime I feel like this, I don't like to sleep. I'm afraid I'll wake up forgetting how I feel right now; I'm afraid I'll revert back to who I was before whatever happened. ):
Wednesday 24 February 2010 22:43
I kinda... ran out of steam.
Wednesday 17 February 2010 19:05
E is for entropy, and the second law of thermodynamics,
a law is a scientific principle that has been proven through and through,
the closest thing that science has to saying "this is absolutely true."
entropy is such a law, and it happily states,
Everything in the universe moves from ordered to disordered states.
It is why a hot plate of dinner will quickly cool to the touch,
and, maybe, why your mother is often stressed so much.
For perhaps another way of explaining this theory,
is also a way of telling you what makes mothers sometimes dreary –
whenever you clean your room you will have to clean it again,
for soon it will be as dirty as when you did begin.
- Taken from StevenRutledge.com
Sunday 14 February 2010 22:34
I just realised I'll be screwed this semester.
I mean, with my IDS being so crap and my EHM... well, I blame myself ):
I did some thinking on my part about all that I've went though this 2 semesters over the Lunar New Year, and I realised that I enjoy being part of the group of people to which everything happens to. I'm not sure if I phrased that right.
Call it being part of the 'privileged group' if you may, it doesn't matter to me. I just don't wanna to miss a thing (as well-sung by Aerosmith); life is as short as it is, and I've wasted too much time. I hope I'll somehow miraculously scrape through into top 3 again.
In other news, I've been feeling pretty lousy lately; perhaps it's because I feel that I've been missing out on too much in life, all aspects of it. I'm not the guy I set myself out to be, maybe that's why.
Ever since I was capable of thinking rationally, I have kept getting myself enmeshed between rather conflicting ideas and personalities: the recessive ones are the ones I want but, hey, they are recessive :/
So... I hope you've had a blast this new year. Happy Lunar New Year!
Tuesday 2 February 2010 13:51
It's been a long, looonnggggg time since I last blogged.
It has been busy, hectic, swamped, strenuous, restless, tiresome and tied up period for me with all the projects piling up and the exams drawing near.
Now that half of the projects are over and done with, I thought I'd draw some time to come and record whatever needs to be recorded.
They say that true colors show in times of crisis; I'm not sure whether project-deadline-is-tomorrow-I'm-still-not-even-half-done-yet constitutes crisis, but the saying sure doesn't apply to it. In fact, I think I'm even blur-er now as to who I am or what I want to be. I guess you can say I'm still trying to fit in.
And time isn't the only thing that's going out of supply now; my bank is, too. It just seemed like $500 disappeared overnight. In fact, I think I know where it went; I'm just too lazy to remember hahaha.
Oh well, time to get back to my ABC Waters report.
Sunday 24 January 2010 22:52
I don't feel like dancing no sir no dancin' today.
Thursday 21 January 2010 00:14
People are really, really interesting.
Sunday 17 January 2010 03:15
People are so interesting.
Thursday 14 January 2010 01:05
Such a feeling's coming over me There is wonder in 'most everything I see Not a cloud in the sky Got the Sun in my eyes And I won't be surprised if it's a dream
Everything I want the world to be Is now coming true especially for me And the reason is clear It's because you are here You're the nearest thing to heaven that I've seen
I'm on the top of the world looking Down on creation And the only explanation I can find Is the love that I've found Ever since you've been around Your love's put me at the top of the world
Something in the wind has learned my name And it's telling me that things are not the same In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze There's a pleasing sense of happiness for me
There is only one wish on my mind When this day is through I hope that I will find That tomorrow will be just the same for you and me All I need will be mine if you are here
I'm on the top of the world looking Down on creation And the only explanation I can find Is the love that I've found Ever since you've been around Your love's put me at the top of the world.
Sunday 10 January 2010 23:03
Quite an eye-opener today.
I just spent the whole day with a group of 17/18-year old NUS/NTU students from China and I must say I've learnt a lot from observing them.
But I'm like so tired and lazy to continue >_> So I'm turning in early today!
Nights :P
Sunday 3 January 2010 03:28
Disclaimer: These pictures aren't mine, as you can pretty much tell from the watermarks. Credits go to BHills & Jeff79 from HardwareZone forum.
Click on the pictures to view them in original size.
For those who missed these lovely lights:
Happy New 2010 (:
03:15
Disclaimer: These pictures aren't mine, as you can pretty much tell from the watermarks. Credits go to BHills & Jeff79 from HardwareZone forum.
Click on the pictures to view them in original size.
For those who missed these lovely lights:
Enjoy (:
02:08
After witnessing 3 birthday parties today, I have the urge to organise one :S
And I think I have a new, real resolution.
Saturday 2 January 2010 01:45
New year's resolutions?
How about Obama's campaign slogan?
01:07
New year, old feelings.
Sigh.
Tuesday 29 December 2009 21:07
So full of thoughts right now.
Saturday 26 December 2009 18:57
Taking a break from spring cleaning!
Frankly speaking, it was like treasure hunt, Home Version 2.0.
While clearing my room, I found: - old toys - noob Pokemon drawings - secondary school journals - old textbooks - stamp albums (including my grandfather's epic album) - the marbles my dad played when he was a child - one too many forgotten bags and baggages etc etc.
Brings back memories, eh? And I have no idea what kind of putrid discovery I'm gonna come across next.
It's good to get in touch with reality, which I do when I read old journals, works and documents: old resolutions resurface, dreams and aspirations relive themselves and memories come alive; it's kinda like a chronological checklist, scar-ridden with dust, mold, many cancellations and empty checkboxes. Sad to say, my parents are on a killing spree this year; I don't think many of these old relics can live past today.
I guess everything has to come to an end! Well, looking on the bright side, I'm going to have a wayyyyyy neater room come 20122010. Yay! :D
Halftime's over, I'm going back into the abyss to dredge clear up the remains of my past humble abode.
Ciao.
Wednesday 23 December 2009 10:34
Once in your life you find her Someone that turns your heart around And next thing you know you're closing down the town Wake up and it's still with you Even though you left her way across town Wondering to yourself, "Hey, what've I found?"
When you get caught between the Moon and New York City I know it's crazy, but it's true If you get caught between the Moon and New York City The best that you can do ...... The best that you can do is fall in love
Arthur he does as he pleases All of his life, he's mastered choice Deep in his heart, he's just, he's just a boy Living his life one day at a time And showing himself a really good time Laughing about the way they want him to be
When you get caught between the Moon and New York City I know it's crazy, but it's true If you get caught between the Moon and New York City The best that you can do... The best that you can do is fall in love
When you get caught between the Moon and New York City I know it's crazy, but it's true If you get caught between the Moon and New York City The best that you can do... The best that you can do is fall in love
Thursday 17 December 2009 22:39
I lol'd when I saw this hahaha
Monday 14 December 2009 22:05
Maybe cliché, but here goes:
I don't want a lot for Christmas There's just one thing I need I don't care about the presents Underneath the Christmas tree I just want you for my own More than you could ever know Make my wish come true All I want for Christmas is you.
I don't want a lot for Christmas There's just one thing I need I don't care about the presents Underneath the Christmas tree I don't need to hang my stocking There upon the fireplace Santa Claus won't make me happy With a toy on Christmas day I just want you for my own More than you could ever know Make my wish come true All I want for Christmas is you You baby
I won't ask for much this Christmas I don't even wish for snow I'm just gonna keep on waiting Underneath the mistletoe I won't make a list and send it To the North Pole for Saint Nick I won't even stay awake to Hear those magic reindeers click 'Cause I just want you here tonight Holding on to me so tight What more can I do Baby all I want for Christmas is you Ooh baby All the lights are shining So brightly everywhere And the sound of children's Laughter fills the air And everyone is singing I hear those sleigh bells ringing Santa won't you bring me the one I really need Won't you please bring my baby to me...
Oh I don't want a lot for Christmas This is all I'm asking for I just want to see my baby Standing right outside my door Oh I just want you for my own More than you could ever know Make my wish come true Baby all I want for Christmas is... You.
All I want for Christmas is you... baby
Touché.
Sunday 13 December 2009 23:41
"Hmm."
Hmm.
Saturday 12 December 2009 00:09
Gosh, the cleaning auntie at Clementi's Mos Burger sure is nice.
I accidentally toppled my cup and spilt like half of my soup content on the table. When she came to deliver me my order, she saw the mess and cleaned it up. She then got her manager to get me a new cup of soup.
I was feeling particularly shitty before that. What she did sure made my day.
I also realised today that I'm not as confident as I thought myself to be. Under normal circumstances I would've just shrugged it off as me being tired, but I guess what Mr Tong Yee said was right: the brain tends to protect the heart.
Time to change :/
Wednesday 9 December 2009 04:25
A bit too last minute to start studying last minute, isn't it?
Wednesday 2 December 2009 21:16
Are you watching the fireworks at Vivo?
20:58
I've been so much of a zombie these few days :/
And I haven't started studying for common tests oh no D:
JE library anyone?
Saturday 28 November 2009 01:40
So... where do I get tickets to watch?
Thursday 26 November 2009 00:49
From the looks of it, I won't be getting any shuteye tonight. 2 half-done reports to rush :/
I think I'll most probably collapse tomorrow either during orienteering or the night cycling recce.
I'll put my money on the recce :D
Monday 23 November 2009 01:31
Inconsistency has taken it's toll at last!
Saturday 21 November 2009 13:55
Was that for real or was that just another dream?
02:02
Now that she's back in the atmosphere I'm afraid that she might think of me as Plain ol' Jane told a story about a man Who was too afraid to fly so he never did land
But tell me, did the wind sweep you off your feet? Did you finally get the chance To dance along the light of day And head back to the Milky Way
Tell me, did you sail across the sun? Did you make it to the Milky Way To see the lights all faded And that heaven is overrated?
Tell me, did you fall for a shooting star? One without a permanent scar And did you miss me While you were looking for yourself out there?
00:59
cereal serial killer!
the picture is making me so hungry >_>
Thursday 19 November 2009 23:50
Yay!
Tuesday 17 November 2009 23:20
Got a ticket for a world where we belong, so will you be my baby?
22:32
Wonder how this year's Christmas will turn out.
Monday 16 November 2009 22:53
I've been saying the wrong stuff for 2 days in a row now ):
Sunday 15 November 2009 13:12
'Cause you'reI'm hot then you'reI'm cold You're I'm yes then you'reI'm no You'reI'm in then you'reI'm out You'reI'm up then you'reI'm down
You'reI'm wrong when it's right It'sI'm black and it'sI'm white We fight we break up We kiss we make up
Thursday 12 November 2009 23:27
"How tired I am Of this unbearable distance between us; How I long for the toll of the recess bell. Have you forgotten me? Grown mindless of me. Tell me I am not Writing into an abyss Or that is what will become of my heart."
The ginna more powerful than me ):
Wednesday 11 November 2009 22:51
CJC, Far East, Tangs, Wisma, Taka, Cine, Orchard Central, Istana, Plaza Sing, Vivo, End.
Tuesday 10 November 2009 01:10
Yes and no at the same time;
Meh, I'm pathetic ):
Sunday 8 November 2009 00:03
Phew!
I think I haven't recovered from last night's cycling session yet.
I somehow like night cycling. Not because it's fun and all, but because it gives me a great platform to sort out my thoughts. I'm weird right? Hahaha.
Reached home this morning at 11.30. Took a shower and slept all the way till 7+.
When my dad woke me up, I thought it was time to go to school LOL
Pretty much of what happened during the night consisted of me just listening in on conversations. I don't really know why I don't talk much with my poly friends :/ wrong frequency perhaps. I'm always at a loss for words. Sometimes I'm afraid I'll say the wrong stuff, or say something really stupid.
But anyway, I feel more motivated to chiong for 4.0 this semester after listening to my seniors talk LOL.
Let's start with doing my homework >_>
Thursday 5 November 2009 01:10
I'm starting to think along the lines of 'it's impossible'.
It's been quite some time now, and I can't afford to waste any more time. Projects are piling, common tests are nearing; I still have quite a lot of loose ends to tie, too.
It doesn't help that I'm currently stuck playing the PS now. 6 solid hours of play; haven't done that in quite a while.
Sigh.
Monday 2 November 2009 20:34
It's getting more difficult.
Wednesday 28 October 2009 23:56
Went to crash SAJC today!
Met Bryan at the Ngee Ann bus stop and took 154 to SA where he smuggled me in through the church entrance LOL
Stayed in the canteen pretty much half my time there doing some... eh, soul searching? You could say so. HAHA
So 5pm came and 6pm came; Zijian finished his PW and Bryan, his guitar. Met up with Jack, Vanessa, Timo, Serene and Estella!
Proceeded to play basketball! Disgraced myself there ahaha ):
Serene's touch rug friend told me this when I didn't catch her pass:
"You're not the only one with patterns!"
:( How true.
Tuesday 27 October 2009 21:41
Curse and swear ):
21:05
I blacked-out today while playing basketball :/
The lack of exercise is showing! This, with my dismal 2.4 timing ):
I need to get my sexyback back into shape!
00:35
Wrong, wrong, wrong.
Monday 26 October 2009 01:13
Long and tiring day; fun nevertheless!
Been spending much lately. Time to scrimp and save :/
Wherefore art thou?
Sunday 25 October 2009 01:17
After some time I've finally made up my mind She is the girl and I really want to make her mine I'm searching everywhere to find her again To tell her I love her And I'm sorry 'bout the things I've done
I find her standing in front of the church The only place in town where I didn't search She looks so happy in her wedding dress But she's crying while she's saying this
Boy I missed your kisses all the time but this is Twenty five minutes too late Though you travelled so far boy I'm sorry you are Twenty five minutes too late
Against the wind I'm going home again Wishing be back to the time when we were more than friends
But still I see her in front of the church The only place in town where I didn't search She looks so happy in her wedding dress But she cried while she was saying this
Boy I missed your kisses all the time but this is Twenty five minutes too late Though you travelled so far boy I'm sorry you are Twenty five minutes too late
Out in the streets Places where hungry hearts have nothing to eat Inside my head Still I can hear the words she said
Boy I missed your kisses all the time but this is Twenty five minutes too late Though you travelled so far boy I'm sorry you are Twenty five minutes too late
Today (or rather, yesterday) was Nan Hua's Annual Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations.
In case anyone asks, yes, I leeched the pictures off Facebook hahaha (thanks Meilin). I don't really know her but... thanks! :X
In that respect, I think that it's only fair that I don't leech too many pictures.
Gosh, I think I'm lucky that I went with Timotheus and gang; it would've been really dull without them.
Throughout the whole evening, I was anticipating meeting people from 407. Boy, was I excited to.
Just that when I finally came to meet them, it turned out to be nothing much. It was even a bit awkward, if anything. Gosh, the hell's wrong with me?
I thought that I've changed throughout all that I've went through in poly. I thought, you know, that perhaps after having met so many new people I would be more open, more sociable - a better conversationalist - and be able to conduct myself better; in short, be myself when I want to. In the end, I'm still having these awkward silences, I'm still having nothing to say, I'm still feeling shitty, I'm still closing up. Yes, to the point that it gets awkward. It sucks.
