November 29, 2006
Hurray! The exam results are out.. earlier than what I expected. In fact, the results were mentioned to be released by tomorrow! I was shocked when someone in my class just now went like, "The exam results are out!". My heart then was pounding really fast. At first I thought of checking the results at home, but since I was so excited, I decided to check them there and then. Lo and behold...
I've passed my Psychology exam!!! Okay, so this is a good start for me. Though this may not be a good result to others but at least, I believe there is still room for more improvement. I thought I was going to fail the subject. Even in my dreams, I was haunted by the possibility of failing my Psychology exam. Now I know, that after so much prayer, discipline and diligence, I finally passed my Psychology paper which is, to me, a miracle. PRAISE BE UNTO GOD!
My Mass Communications, however, is really a shocker. I never knew that I did so well for the exam but having shit marks for both my essays. I think Vannesa Dodd should just be fired. Hey, screw you! You messed up my marks where I could have gotten a credit or distinction for my essays! Anyway, I'm happy that I did well for my comms. At least I now know that I can write well. I have realised my potential and the seed of talent my Lord has placed in me from the day I was born. Thank you Lord.
The last but not the least, my Journalism minor, is the BEST of all the others. I got a total of 81 marks and that makes up a HIGH DISTINCTION in my overall minor for Journalism. This really tells me that I can do it, despite how much I hated Journalism and writing from the very start of the course. I now know that just by being teachable and open to different ideas and learning experiences, enables me to soar to an even greater height.
I believe that there are more room for improvement still but I'm very pleased that I've gone through my first half of university life smoothly and with satisfactory results. It's overall a great start for me and I'm very happy.
I love you Jesus! Muak! You've been my source of strength, courage and hope.
And to my darling also. You've been my encourager and with your love, I feel like I'm flying without wings. Not just today. But every time when you are there for me. I love you so much.
November 27, 2006
What Classic Movie Are You?My Geographic Personality Test Result.. | #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### #################################################### |
Your personality type is SLOEN |
You are moderately social, moody, moderately organized, egocentric, and moderately non-intellectual, and may prefer a city which matches those traits.
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| The largest representation of your personality type can be found in the these U.S. cities: Charlotte, Boston Area, Washington DC, Norfolk, Cleveland, Long Island, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, Pittsburgh, Las Vegas, Detroit, Raleigh/Durham, Philadelphia Area and these international countries/regions Ukraine, China, Luxembourg, Bulgaria, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Turkey, Malaysia, Ireland, South Africa, Indonesia, Philippines, South Korea, Greece, Japan |
What Places In The World Match Your Personality?City Reviews at CityCulture.org Let's take a look at the meaning of
SLOEN and what it says about me...
SLOENdislikes science fiction, would not be happy if they were poor, not mystical, materialistic, likes compliments, values organized religion, motivated, not very introspective, uncomfortable with imperfection, very attentive to the social hierarchy, prone to envy, sees friendships as alliances, does not like to go days without speaking to anyone, self absorbed, more articulate than artistic, prefers instant gratification, not very intellectual, more logical than abstract, defensive, wants to be an authority figure, thinks loyalty is more important than individuality, keeps up an appearance, quick tempered, feels best when admired, feels best when thin, wants things done their way, feels best when they think they are great, emotional, feels best when others find them physically attractive, prefers to stick with things they know, dislikes gambling, feels you have to be tough on people to get things done, prefers organized to unpredictable, perfectionist, controlling, demanding, values rules and regulations, not very interested in theoretical discussions, driven to impress othersAnd I belong also to the egocentric category: -
Egocentricegocentric, self absorbed, not loyal, not generous, only concerned about those close to them, prone to bitterness, can ignore the rights of others, narcissist, meglomaniac, competitive, controlling, needs to have the upper hand in relationships, vain, materialistic, values indivuality over loyalty, not afraid of conflict, would pursue a career that was harmful to others, believes the benefits of freedom outweigh the benefits of attachment, does not value organized religion, does not like to admit making mistakes, quick tempered, not traditional, tactless, blunt, suspicious, makes enemies, wants to be famous, prefers technical careers (law, engineering, medicine), prefers instant gratification, attracted to prestige, manipulative, influenced more by self than others, decisiveWHAT??!! They gotta be joking. It's like exaggeration to the point of accusation against an innocent me. Okay, though I'm not that innocent, at least cut me some slack. I do have some traits mentioned above but not all. As usual, personality tests are most of the time 70% accurate (for me).
I mean.. C'MON, I've got lots of flaws and some attitude problem, but I've got some good hidden traits too you know, if you happen to know me longer enough. Just one thing for ladies... I hate being called a 'nice' guy.
November 26, 2006
I just got back from a movie together with my cell group. And the show we were watching - Casino Royale. "Woah, it's another James Bond series again, " I thought to myself. Hoping it would be better as compared to its trailer, but still a little off-key. I expected something much better in my opinion. The overall plot was a little messy, probably due to the complicated nature of the casts. The ending was quite sudden and dense people like me wouldn't
get it until I ask around for some intellectual replies from
smart people.
I just don't like the ending - it's too sudden and the middle was a little bit draggy. However, the beginning of this show was solid. You should go watch it for yourself. I would say, catch it on weekdays instead. It's not really worth $9.50 in my honest opinion, but it does certainly worth $6.50 - $7. My overall rating for this movie -
View movie trailer
here.
I wish I could watch this movie with my girlfriend. She's at home mugging her way and her exam starts tomorrow! I felt bad. It's like I'm enjoying myself and she's drilling her mind continuously at the books. I hope she doesn't stress herself out even though it's only a few hours left to the real test.
And man... I'm not going to hear from her for this entire week. It's a little hard for me as I'm beginning to have love sickness. I couldn't walk and sleep well. The only thing I could really do to distract myself is to continue my exercise regime at the gym with my buddies. The thing about her being so busy and not giving me the attention I need is mind-blowing (almost beyond words). I've never missed someone this badly in my life. Though it's only for a couple of weeks and we've met for only once or twice in a week, I swear I still can't get my mind off her sometimes.
I'm not a wimp. I hope you all understand. But I'm the sort of guy that needs quality time spent. I need someone who needs me, but not clingy. And sometimes, I felt like my girlfriend doesn't care. I wonder if she really needs me and that makes me feel quite useless sometimes. If she can just do us a favour by showing and telling me how much she cares and how much she loves me, I would appreciate it very very much. Words of affirmation.. physical touch.. all these love languages, are not difficult to express aren't they? These are honestly what men generally need.
I love my girlfriend. And I've given, am giving and will still be giving her the best I could ever afford to the best of my ability. I still pray I've made the right choice, because as far as I'm concern, I'm currently in love with only one woman.
November 24, 2006
One hot topic in STOMP I came across as disturbing and yet quite unreasonable:
JC students kiss 'n' hug on "love train"(I'm not putting the picture here in order to protect my blog from contradicting my point of view about exposing other's privacy. Those who want to see the photos being taken secretly, you can jolly well go to STOMP's website and see for yourself!)Here's the typical Singaporean complaint: -
Christine Ng, a student, was on her way home Oct 26 when she witnessed a couple from a “reputable junior college” behaving intimately.
She observed: “They had their hands around each other and they were kissing each other like nobody else's business. They were totally oblivious to the attention they were attracting from the public, who were obviously uncomfortable with what was presented before them.”
According to Christine, the couple continued their public display of affection for a “good 20 minutes or longer”. She alighted from the train before the couple did.
Christine added: “What was disturbing was, there was a little toddler who kept looking in the direction of the couple. What he saw corrupted his young, pure and innocent mind. What values would this toddler grow up with?”
“As a student myself, I am wondering what is happening to the people of my generation nowadays. If our moral values, the very traditions that we were brought up with, are eroding at such a fast pace, I cannot imagine the set of values the next generation would be brought up with.”======================First and foremost.
There is nothing wrong with kissing and hugging on the train as long as the couple are not behaving sexually towards each other on board.
Seriously, I think many Singaporeans are lacking physical touch since growing up. Many of their parents do not shower them with physical love by hugging or kissing them. Instead, they showered their kids with material love. That is, buying things to reward them for their academic performances. That, however, is not wrong, but physical contact and physical expression of affection must never be excluded.
I think those who feel uncomfortable towards such act in showing physical affection are either insecure or ignorant. They are the ones who should start questioning their souls instead.
What about the toddler? It's lucky for him he learned the meaning of being physically in love. And oh, don't worry, a person will only be badly influenced if during the teenage years, he/she make a bad decision. There's always a lesson to learn in life for that toddler so there's no point worrying about him at such an early stage, where his brain and senses are not even fully developed, psychologically speaking.
By the way, I really dispise people who secretly take pictures of others and exposing their privacy. Okay. You (whoever you are) may argue that they should not do such a thing in the first place. But what about you? You (you know who you are) are also playing a part in ruining someone's privacy plus the fact that you are pushing the blame at them and complaining in STOMP at the same time! You (you know who you are) are just one attention-seeking idiot. Not just that
Christine, you are plain ignorant of human behavior and affection.
I think you must have grown up from some unaffectionate and insecure household that got you where you are today!
======================Isn't the feeling of being in love so wonderful? Why can't people be more liberal in a physical sense. I'm not conveying this message that public sexual behavior should be tolerated, but rather it is acceptable to welcome physical expression of affection and love. Just like telling people around the world how much you love that person.
I can publicly announce that I love my girlfriend with all my heart and soul. NOT EVEN A SINGLE BIT OF FEELING
'PAI SEH'. I'm not ashame! I'm not ashame to tell her I love her in front of everyone. I'm not ashame of kissing her in front of everyone. I'm not ashame of hugging her in public. If anyone feels uncomfortable, go ahead, ignorant and insecure bunch of singles and obstinate minds!
However, I have one statement to make about being in love with someone.
Number one: No kids allowed. You have to be a mature person to be in a relationship.
Number two: Kissing and hugging are only a tiny part of the relationship. A relationship based on merely kisses, hugs or maybe including sex is one that is vague, superficial and totally vulnerable to break down.
Number three: Make the effort to commit. A relationship without commitment is bound to fail. While dating for the first half of the year, it's usually the "honeymoon" period. Both parties are blinded in love and think that their significant other is the right one. After the sweet period is over, learning to tolerate each other's bad habits and constant flaws is a great challenge. Give up or not, it's your choice. To give up means you are not ready. But I would suggest that you carry on that relationship and bring it to the next level. Who knows what good things might come out of it?
Number four: Love is never constant. There are times you may feel out of love. That's the time you need to find solutions to be in love again. Do something different. Be creative. Try to be a little sentimental if possible.
That's all I've got to say.
Ah well.. about the uniform? Who cares about the uniform you're wearing? You wear the uniform out of duty, not out of representation. You present yourself for yourself, not for the entire assembly. You speak your own opinion for the purpose of getting the message across, not just by solely compromising with what others have to say and being influenced by what they say.
Being in uniform or not, showing affection to someone is obviously not a crime.
November 19, 2006
Wow! Nice poll results. Ever since the implementation of the increase in the Goods & Services Tax (GST), Singaporeans have expressed discontent and utmost burden and rage over the Intenet. Many have expressed views of dissatisfactions and opinions of the increase, but mostly targeted at the government of Singapore. Even the world's famous Yahoo! site has a poll that evidents Singaporean's view of the increased GST (Give Singaporeans Trouble).
sgForums, one of Singapore's famous forums have tons of unhappy views about the increase. The thread is shown below and replies were stretched up to more than 20 pages!
GST to be raised to 7%Our dear friend xialanxue has also been sarcastic over this incident.
Check it out:
http://xialanxue.blogspot.com/2006/11/gst-to-be-increased-to-7-to-help-poor.htmlI'm not against anyone but just the mentality behind this increase. Are we going to sit back and complain instead of doing something to our lives? It seems that half of our lives as Singaporeans are spent complaining and whining about things turn bad. I have to agree that it's not our fault. But since some of us are destined to be staying in this miserable island for quite some time, why don't we do something to our lives by constantly upgrading ourselves at the same time adapting to changes? It's hard to live like this but it's going to be the same overseas. I personally feel that if one doesn't have the correct attitude to improving oneself, a little bit of change is going to affect that person. So, in this fast-paced society, if you're not going to accept changes be it good or bad, you will become obsolete.
Don't let the elites laugh at us. We have to adapt and be strong. There's no one to prove, but the enemy is just within ourselves.
November 14, 2006
My muscles are aching from yesterday's gym workout. It's a great feeling anyway since I can see a slight improvement in my health and my stamina. Finally, I can say I've gotten back my bulge on my shoulders like what I used to have before. But it's still not enough to me, so.. I'm going back for regular intense training.
It's a miracle my girlfriend called me up while I was dreaming in my bed on a sunning Sunday noon. Can't believe I slept till so late that day, well, lethargy always sets in whenever I exercise. Nope, I'm not stopping. Not now. I need more oxygen to get my body pumping to stay awake the next time. Well, the next thing was, Squidy asked me out! Wow! I was shocked and so she explained. She had completed her projects and all her assignments and reports on that very day and was then free to go out with me. Now that made my day. Really.
We went out feeling really great. I had good time shopping with her and God knows how many ages we've not gone to Orchard road already. And that's when we spotted a really cute stuffed toy. We called it
Snowmanz... for now. Yeah, and I bought it for my darling just to make her happy. The entire day was something I wish it could go on forever. I've been missing her kisses ever since the end of my exam. Darn.
We've taken some pictures. And pictures of
Snowmanz instead.
Eghk! So cute...! Isn't he?
Snowmanz says "hi"!
Me and the cutey
Squidy loves Snowmanz
The family-like photoReally enjoyed myself and I'm glad my darling was happy after the date. Now I just can't wait for her exam to end and the release of my results. Eeeks! Creepy! Never mind, I'm going off to maple!
November 11, 2006
As usual.. I'm blogging way past midnight and I don't care... I'm just going to account for yesterday. Had gym training with another friend of mine, Sean. It's a great way to fellowship. We tried getting another brother from our cell group to turn up, but he couldn't make it. Too bad. There's still a long way to a successful BFO (Brothers' Fellowship Outting) in my opinion. And I can't believe that my back hurt during the workout. My guess is: I was affected by my bone marrow biopsy two years ago. The scar may not be there but somehow I can feel the effect still. Well, I'm taking my own sweet time training my body's stamina and strength before moving to a higher level of intensity.
In case you guys don't know, Squidy just had a minor nose surgery three days ago. I've been praying for her speedy recovery. Right now, she's not in a good condition to eat out, to taste and smell properly and even going to service today. In short, she has serious sinus probably due to her stress in school and the insane amount of coursework she has to complete in absurd datelines. Additionally, her exams are coming around the end of this month. It pains me to see her like this. Please pray for her as well.
But praise God for His goodness. I've never expected my Psychology lab report to be one mark above what I expected. I got a 12 out of 15 percent. It's a high distinction. And my Journalism fully researched feature article - 35 upon 40. That's way above the marks I expected! So, in total, it's a high distinction for my Journalism unit this semester with 81 percent out of 100.
Let's hope that I'll pass my Psychology exam.
Boy I'm getting nervous.
November 09, 2006
Which FF Character Are You?Cold and anti-social??? Hahaha... not really me, but, I still like Squal, he's cool.
Take the test to find out, Final Fantasy fans!
November 07, 2006
My body's aching from a good gym training yesterday evening. However I still feel sleepy this morning and slept on till 11am today. By right, I should have woke up by 8am. It's just my body not giving me the strength to do so. I was damn sleepy.
It's good to start my exercise regime once again ever since I stopped going to the gym since the beginning of this year. And after stopping my trip to the gym and doing some proper exercise, I can see myself growing slimmer and slimmer by the day. Well, yesterday my muscles were stretched and that's a good start I must say. Hehe.. and having that nice body is going to be my resolution for next year. It's in my wishlist already if you notice.
I'm temporarily broke this week, if not, only for today. Most of my what I had has gone to the Church's building fund and I'm now soaked with countless prayers of breakthrough and miracles. But well, I'm still doing okay at least for today, although broke in budget but I guess I did some meaningful things and am going to do some more for the day since I'm so free.
I made something for Squidy and I know that this month is going to be the "Pressure" month for her. So I'm just so full of love for her; I made something that would encourage her in times of stress and tiredness. I hope I can be able to cheer her up and pray that those encouraging words would strengthen her this month as she goes through some challenges lately.
Recently, something struck my mind and heart. Out of the blue, I felt I've not done much for Squidy. She has been my everything all this while and even gave up her dream just to be with me. How much more should I not give but my love for her? It's time for me to love and cherish her since she has placed her trust in me. And as I was feeling guilty at one point of not being a better boyfriend I should be, I'm glad that this feeling of guilt has been overwhelmed by the love we shared. It gives me the strength and the determination to try again and again learning how to love every single day. Not just her, but rather learning the basis of loving others.
"Love suffers long and is kind; it doesn't envy; doesn't parade itself, is not puffed up;
Love doesn't behave rudely, doesn't seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil;
Love doesn't rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.
Love never fails." (1 Corinthians 13:4-8)
Regardless of my current situation, be it financial or physical, I'm thankful that my Lord has given me, us, the best gift. And that is love. Otherwise, no other forms of telecommunications, technologies or psychic revolutions could ever bring people together as much as love does.
November 06, 2006
Exams are finally over for me and I'm taking this time to wind down, relax and do my own stuffs. It's a pretty good thing to have such breaks by hitting the gym, playing games, watching TV, hanging out with friends and my girlfriend and not forgetting having some time on my own just plain relaxing.
I've stumbled upon some political issues regarding how the government is treating the masses. It is as if the masses have no mind of their own. I beg to differ as they, from what I've learned from my Mass Communication course unit, are active audiences. These people have the freedom to choose who they support, what they hear or listen to, and what interests them. This is the most basic form of democracy, in media's term. Unfortunately, the local media only broadcast half-truths and never is it ever up-front with the supposedly "passive" audiences. Well, the media is in the hands of the government's manipulation and control. It totally contradicts the purpose of broadcasting standard and world-class news to the locals when in the hands of the Authoritarian power, which also contradicts the meaning of democracy, giving it vagueness and hypocrisy.
One example would be the interview with Dr.Chee Soon Juan to dig out the ultimate happening behind the scene which the media do not publish in order to save their skins. I know I'd have some people throwing egg-shells at me for speaking up for Dr. Chee. No, I'm not. I was just trying to provide a aid to those who are not fed by the 'real' media. The Authoritarian powers can fool the media and vice versa, but the media and its content cannot fool the local audiences, thinking they are stupid enough to believe in the half-truths they are propaganding.
If I were a journalist conducting such interviews with Dr. Chee and having my work published in local news, I would be the first clown to be fired, sued, whipped and hanged.
Here you go, the video...
The Truth About Dr. Chee Soon JuanWe all know that the media is controlled by the government. All thanks to Wrayer for conducting the interview with Dr. Chee Soon Juan. You have unfolded the light and the truth behind Singapore's corrupted system.
Take a look at this
video interview by clicking on the gray link.
I used to think that this guy is a joker. But little did I know that there's something behind it. Some truths remained untold, which the media failed to do in order to save their skin.
