The title of this post might sound pretty boring but I don't think this blog is. Anyway, sorry I haven't been blogging much. And to all you strangers on Chatterbox, gimme names and thanks for the compliments... once again. All that flattery's put half my head in a cloud.
So, as we all know, school's starting again. But during the time before school, I did some stuff. Church camp, holidays, birthday party... loads of things. It was really a cultural shock, cause all the guys did was stay in the room and play Dynasty Warriors on the PS2. What?
OK, OK, I'm straying out of topic. Gosh, I guess I do miss blogging! Haha. So about schooling life, I got elected unanimously as president of the class [and we all go "Woohoo!] It's stressful, lots of things to remember, and there's like this underground conspiracy going on that I can't talk about. P & C, you guys!
But, oh, well! Here's just a little, alright? Keep it to yourselves. Today during Moral the teacher said she wanted to talk to the president alone. So I was all ears! She was like, "So you know that you have to keep record of the __________________ come in. Who are you gonna support: the ________ or _______?" And I said, "I'll do as I'm told." And she was, "OK."
2H's homeroom teacher is Pn. Parimala. We're the only ones who got a new teacher - from the morning session too. So, at least figuratively, it should be words of wisdom from years of experience!
Now I sit at the back. And there's this girl called Catherine who's now my friend. Psst... she's from Convent! Talk about "fraternizing with the enemy". Haha! But she's fun, really. And my friends nowadays are Jolene, Cuz, and the normal ones, ya know. I like school a lot. And I have fun everyday. But I've got to tell you, I've learnt that humans just have plenty of problems! Ahhhh.......
I guess I've written enough. Cause there's nothing else I can think about. So, enjoy this rare piece of blog that I've typed for you wonderful strangers. Feast your eyes on it!
Thursday, 19 January 2006
Wednesday, 14 December 2005
Harry Potter 4 OST Review
This time, hearing the soundtrack for a Harry Potter movie, namely Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire has bid me well. The first three soundtracks, helmed by award-winning composer, John Williams would indeed sound very promising, but pardon the opinion, I feel that the soundtracks for the first three films was very poor in capturing the whole package of the Harry Potter movies. Sadly disappointing. However, it was great to rope in Patrick Doyle to do Harry Potter 4, and it looks like there's most certainly hope.
Outstanding tracks that I like referring back to is "The Quidditch World Cup", "Underwater Secrets", "Another Year Ends", and "Hogwarts' Hymn". Although the three tracks performed by Jarvis Cocker, Jonny Greenwood, Phil Selway, Steve Mackey, Jason Buckle, and Steve Claydon, who have a cameo appearance in the movie as band, Weird Sisters received high publicity, the only one that stood out was most certainly "Magic Works"; the other two were too rockish for me.
All in all, this soundtrack has been a pleasure listening to, and worth the RM38.90 its sold at. However, you only get that price at MPH Bookstores, as my survey shows that Tower Records: RM45.90 and Rock Corner: RM45.50. If you're an ardent Potter fan, get this soundtrack and relive the film if you don't plan on watching the movie again.
Outstanding tracks that I like referring back to is "The Quidditch World Cup", "Underwater Secrets", "Another Year Ends", and "Hogwarts' Hymn". Although the three tracks performed by Jarvis Cocker, Jonny Greenwood, Phil Selway, Steve Mackey, Jason Buckle, and Steve Claydon, who have a cameo appearance in the movie as band, Weird Sisters received high publicity, the only one that stood out was most certainly "Magic Works"; the other two were too rockish for me.
All in all, this soundtrack has been a pleasure listening to, and worth the RM38.90 its sold at. However, you only get that price at MPH Bookstores, as my survey shows that Tower Records: RM45.90 and Rock Corner: RM45.50. If you're an ardent Potter fan, get this soundtrack and relive the film if you don't plan on watching the movie again.
Tuesday, 8 November 2005
Saturday, 5 November 2005
China Trip
Hey, all! It's been two days since I've returned from China. Missing it by the bucket-loads... wishing I could return; and hoping that I've treasured my time there as much as I should've. Here's a blow-by-blow, day-to-day account of my smashing time in one of the world's greatest places. Reminds me of how amazing and wonderful God has made the earth - and only in 6 days.
DAY 1
Touched down in Beijing Airport around 7.45am, I guess. Most people would be thrilled to arrive at a foreign country, kickstarting a would-be brilliant holiday. But mine began on the wrong foot. In the plane itself, I didn't get enough sleep, and while I was in dreamland for very little time, I accidentally albeit sub-consciously knocked my eyebrow against some part of the window ledge, and hurt my soft tissue. The pain was so excruciating, I could've cried. And the food they served was absolutely horrible, I felt like throwing up. Indeed, I had a bad first day.
Our first place to visit was Tian An Men Square, and thank God for Alken! He asked me about the plane food and as polite as I was, I answered his questions, hiding the fact that even talking about plane food could make me puke. Sure enough, I did regurgitate everything I ate during the flight. I felt so good after that. I was running, jumping, flying - you name it, I could do it.
Tian An Men Square was huge! The Mao Zedong Memorial Hall was located in the south, and up ahead was the Parliament. The place was flocking with visitors - foreigners and nationals alike. DID YOU KNOW THAT TIAN AN MEN SQUARE IS THE BIGGEST SQUARE IN THE WORLD? Yep, and Berjaya Times Square is totally out of the picture :D So, anyways, we walked across and me, Jo, Wei Shern, and Wei Lyn took a wacky picture of us jumping in mid-air before heading for the Palace Museum aka Forbidden City. We had to take that photo thrice, because I was always the only one jumping.
Than we arrived at the Forbidden City, home to nearly three dynasties of emperors. So, we went through the many gates that all led to the inside of the palace. There were many halls, and all were built for separate reasons. Quite a sight, really!
When we finished at the Forbidden City, we had lunch than adjourned to the Pearl Factory.
DAY 1
Touched down in Beijing Airport around 7.45am, I guess. Most people would be thrilled to arrive at a foreign country, kickstarting a would-be brilliant holiday. But mine began on the wrong foot. In the plane itself, I didn't get enough sleep, and while I was in dreamland for very little time, I accidentally albeit sub-consciously knocked my eyebrow against some part of the window ledge, and hurt my soft tissue. The pain was so excruciating, I could've cried. And the food they served was absolutely horrible, I felt like throwing up. Indeed, I had a bad first day.
Our first place to visit was Tian An Men Square, and thank God for Alken! He asked me about the plane food and as polite as I was, I answered his questions, hiding the fact that even talking about plane food could make me puke. Sure enough, I did regurgitate everything I ate during the flight. I felt so good after that. I was running, jumping, flying - you name it, I could do it.
Tian An Men Square was huge! The Mao Zedong Memorial Hall was located in the south, and up ahead was the Parliament. The place was flocking with visitors - foreigners and nationals alike. DID YOU KNOW THAT TIAN AN MEN SQUARE IS THE BIGGEST SQUARE IN THE WORLD? Yep, and Berjaya Times Square is totally out of the picture :D So, anyways, we walked across and me, Jo, Wei Shern, and Wei Lyn took a wacky picture of us jumping in mid-air before heading for the Palace Museum aka Forbidden City. We had to take that photo thrice, because I was always the only one jumping.
Than we arrived at the Forbidden City, home to nearly three dynasties of emperors. So, we went through the many gates that all led to the inside of the palace. There were many halls, and all were built for separate reasons. Quite a sight, really!
When we finished at the Forbidden City, we had lunch than adjourned to the Pearl Factory.
Sunday, 18 September 2005
Back from Perak
Hey! I've just returned from Kampar, Perak where I attended a cousin by the name of Chung Ern (which I didn't know until I reached Kampar) who was going to wed. He's 22. Anyway, I'm gonna tell you what I did there. We left Klang at 8.30am and headed for Subang to pick up my uncle, aunt and two cousins who were following us to Perak.
We stopped for breakfast at those R 'n' R stations... to be specific, the Sungai Buloh one. Our breakfast was at Burger King, but Anthea, one of my cousins had Dunkin' Donuts. After that, we continued our journey and arrived in Perak at 11.30am. First, we stopped at Kam Ling Restaurant and bought some mooncakes and a regular-sized loh tee kai (chicken bread), a specialty of Perak's. And I've never tried it before. Another shop was visited by us, and we bought more kai chai pheng (chicken biscuits), also another specialty.
It was lunch time and we proceeded to eat at my tai ku's house, but I didn't because, well, the food didn't look that appetizing :P Straightaway after that, we left to check into Hillcity Hotel & Condo in Ipoh where Uncle Chooi Ming had booked a four-bedroom apartment at the condominium.
The whole afternoon was spent lazing around (and buying pomelos) until 6.30pm when we got ready and than headed to Kampar for the night's highlight, the wedding dinner. As we weren't exactly familiar with Kampar's lefts and rights, we ended up at Yau Kee Restaurant (the old one) and this is its description (sorry, didn't take a picture):
An old, downtrodden, antique, nearly caving in building. It's signboard shows "air-cond" but I think otherwise. The interior is dirty and unwelcoming with dusty tables and chairs. Upstairs, it is dark with broken windows and who knows where the stairs is.
In desperation and disbelief, Uncle Chooi Ming contacts tai ku and she says it is Yau Kee Restaurant. We ask the restaurant lady and she tells us that the new one is just around the corner. We heave in relief and get to Yau Kee Restaurant (the new one). We are shuffled to our table, where pak pak and pak leong, my uncle and aunt as I'm to call them are waiting.
My stomach is grumbling and I'm all ready to dig in... but wait right there! The food does not come... at least it does, after an HOUR. The first is the conventional Four Seasons Platter, followed by Braised Shark's Fin Soup, Steamed Fish in Soy Sauce, Steamed Chicken in Soy Sauce, Chilli Prawns, Glutinous Rice with Mixed Nuts and Assorted Fruits. Pretty normal fare. Than, we return home after meeting Chung Ern and his bride.
The next day, it's rise and shine as we head for Foh San Restaurant, home of Ipoh's favourite dim sum fare. The place is packed, as expected, and me, my brother and cousins are stationed at all potential tables to attack the target when clear :D After nearly a 45 minute wait, a table is free and we sit ourselves down, happy to be back on our butts again.
We start choosing food and dig in. Conventional items such as chi ma cho, siu mai, chee cheong fun and wu kok are ordered, but there is no porridge or har gow as they most probably have all been sold out. When finished, we drive around Ipoh town, than retreat back to Hillcity. After some rest, we check out and head to our last destination: Kampar for the cham cha ceremony at the groom's house. My parents and my aunt and uncle are served tea by Chung Ern and his bride, than after that, me, my brother and my cousins shake hands with Chung Ern and his bride, and in return, gain ang paus. Woohoo! Boohoo... it's only RM2, we find out.
Than, we leave Perak for Klang. And here I am, finishing this blog...
We stopped for breakfast at those R 'n' R stations... to be specific, the Sungai Buloh one. Our breakfast was at Burger King, but Anthea, one of my cousins had Dunkin' Donuts. After that, we continued our journey and arrived in Perak at 11.30am. First, we stopped at Kam Ling Restaurant and bought some mooncakes and a regular-sized loh tee kai (chicken bread), a specialty of Perak's. And I've never tried it before. Another shop was visited by us, and we bought more kai chai pheng (chicken biscuits), also another specialty.
It was lunch time and we proceeded to eat at my tai ku's house, but I didn't because, well, the food didn't look that appetizing :P Straightaway after that, we left to check into Hillcity Hotel & Condo in Ipoh where Uncle Chooi Ming had booked a four-bedroom apartment at the condominium.
The whole afternoon was spent lazing around (and buying pomelos) until 6.30pm when we got ready and than headed to Kampar for the night's highlight, the wedding dinner. As we weren't exactly familiar with Kampar's lefts and rights, we ended up at Yau Kee Restaurant (the old one) and this is its description (sorry, didn't take a picture):
An old, downtrodden, antique, nearly caving in building. It's signboard shows "air-cond" but I think otherwise. The interior is dirty and unwelcoming with dusty tables and chairs. Upstairs, it is dark with broken windows and who knows where the stairs is.
In desperation and disbelief, Uncle Chooi Ming contacts tai ku and she says it is Yau Kee Restaurant. We ask the restaurant lady and she tells us that the new one is just around the corner. We heave in relief and get to Yau Kee Restaurant (the new one). We are shuffled to our table, where pak pak and pak leong, my uncle and aunt as I'm to call them are waiting.
My stomach is grumbling and I'm all ready to dig in... but wait right there! The food does not come... at least it does, after an HOUR. The first is the conventional Four Seasons Platter, followed by Braised Shark's Fin Soup, Steamed Fish in Soy Sauce, Steamed Chicken in Soy Sauce, Chilli Prawns, Glutinous Rice with Mixed Nuts and Assorted Fruits. Pretty normal fare. Than, we return home after meeting Chung Ern and his bride.
The next day, it's rise and shine as we head for Foh San Restaurant, home of Ipoh's favourite dim sum fare. The place is packed, as expected, and me, my brother and cousins are stationed at all potential tables to attack the target when clear :D After nearly a 45 minute wait, a table is free and we sit ourselves down, happy to be back on our butts again.
We start choosing food and dig in. Conventional items such as chi ma cho, siu mai, chee cheong fun and wu kok are ordered, but there is no porridge or har gow as they most probably have all been sold out. When finished, we drive around Ipoh town, than retreat back to Hillcity. After some rest, we check out and head to our last destination: Kampar for the cham cha ceremony at the groom's house. My parents and my aunt and uncle are served tea by Chung Ern and his bride, than after that, me, my brother and my cousins shake hands with Chung Ern and his bride, and in return, gain ang paus. Woohoo! Boohoo... it's only RM2, we find out.
Than, we leave Perak for Klang. And here I am, finishing this blog...
Monday, 12 September 2005
Happy Birthday, Puan Jamuna!
Warnings and hushed whispers are the order of the day! Lavenya has repeatedly threatened the class not to tell a single soul that today we'll be holding a party for our form teacher, Puan Jamuna. But, alas, the secret leaked out. Sonu of 1 Kreatif had asked Puan Jamuna about today's party, and Puan Jamuna was... clueless.
Anyway, we went on with the party. Sharon and Chew Yong had headed for the staff room to ask teacher to come to the kantin lama as we were holding the surprise party there. Puan Jamuna was like, "You all are up to something."
When she arrived, we all welcomed her with a bang, in the form of those small, smoke-filled, popping stuff. Than she made a wish and cut the cake (which was, um, okay). All the teachers who taught 1 Harmoni soon arrived, and Puan Jamuna was, "You invited the teachers? Oh, so you all knew!"
They took pictures and all... actually, to be exact, they took two. I wasn't in both... why? Because it won't make any difference if I'm in or not :D Besides, my jaw is aching from pretending to smile :O... just kidding! But I'm sure seeing me in the picture is worse than seeing me in it... or is it? ;} What am I saying?
The best part was when we were cleaning the place up after break time was over. We took 3 wacky pictures:
i) Me, Lin Kee, Puvanaeswary, Seah Yih and Chew Yong are pointing at Rathnna [who knows why?]
ii) Me, Lin Kee, Puvanaeswary and Seah Yih are caught jumping in mid-air.
iii) Me, Yan Teng, Seah Yih and Chew Yong are posing hip-hop style [freakin' posers :D]... mind you, I don't pose like that, so it's rare that I do that... {yes, yes, I'm polluting my blog - again}
After that, when Puan Jamuna went back to our class for English lesson after break time, she said: "Thanks very much for the party. Never in the last 20 years have anyone celebrated my birthday, since I don't tell anyone when it is."
Puan Jamuna is... ahem, this might be confidential... 43.
Anyway, we went on with the party. Sharon and Chew Yong had headed for the staff room to ask teacher to come to the kantin lama as we were holding the surprise party there. Puan Jamuna was like, "You all are up to something."
When she arrived, we all welcomed her with a bang, in the form of those small, smoke-filled, popping stuff. Than she made a wish and cut the cake (which was, um, okay). All the teachers who taught 1 Harmoni soon arrived, and Puan Jamuna was, "You invited the teachers? Oh, so you all knew!"
They took pictures and all... actually, to be exact, they took two. I wasn't in both... why? Because it won't make any difference if I'm in or not :D Besides, my jaw is aching from pretending to smile :O... just kidding! But I'm sure seeing me in the picture is worse than seeing me in it... or is it? ;} What am I saying?
The best part was when we were cleaning the place up after break time was over. We took 3 wacky pictures:
i) Me, Lin Kee, Puvanaeswary, Seah Yih and Chew Yong are pointing at Rathnna [who knows why?]
ii) Me, Lin Kee, Puvanaeswary and Seah Yih are caught jumping in mid-air.
iii) Me, Yan Teng, Seah Yih and Chew Yong are posing hip-hop style [freakin' posers :D]... mind you, I don't pose like that, so it's rare that I do that... {yes, yes, I'm polluting my blog - again}
After that, when Puan Jamuna went back to our class for English lesson after break time, she said: "Thanks very much for the party. Never in the last 20 years have anyone celebrated my birthday, since I don't tell anyone when it is."
Puan Jamuna is... ahem, this might be confidential... 43.
Thursday, 25 August 2005
YF Camp 2005
Recently, I attended the Youth Fellowship Combined Camp 2005 held at Port Klang Gospel Hall. It was themed "My Way or God's Way" which was rather inappropriate, as the main workshop was "No Apologies". Anyway, here's a day-to-day account of my enriching experience at my first camp:
Day 1
I checked in at 8.30pm, and put my bags aside. Than we have an ice breaker where there are games, most notoriously the "Chicken Dance", brainchild of Colin. Than we had another game, "Would You Like to Be My Friend" from Colin and Ser Young. After that, we had supper, than all headed for our respective sleeping floors.
Day 2
We were awaken at 7am, although many of us didn't get any sleep due to the noisy cockerel next door. Than there was group devotion at 7.45am with half of my group (the other half had their devotion in the church, they were all guys) outside in the hut. It was very breezy. Our girl group was the leader, Michelle See, Hoong Lyn, Say Yin and I. We talked about Galatians. Than there was breakfast after that.
When breakfast was over, our main activity was held. The "No Apologies" workshop was helmed by Bobby John and Mike, an officer from Focus on the Family. We sat and listened to an interesting talk for 4 hours. Yup! You heard right, 4 hours. We had lunch after that, and than there was a forum. Uncle Chee Beng, Uncle Chandran, Koko Chee Choong and Koko Adrian answered questions posed by anonymous people on pieces of paper. Some questions were normal, others weren't.
A fun and games session was held after that. I didn't join in, I just watched the rehearsal of the night's sketch. Than there was dinner for an hour, and we all assembled at the hall for a good news night. First there was the sketch, starring Joshua, Sean, Cheryl and Nadia, and four extras: me, Kym, Alyssa and Nyuet Fen as "plenty other fishes in the sea". It was supper, than bed - or sleeping bag.
Day 3
It was the last day and we had to rise and shine early for we were joining the adults for the breaking of bread. It would be a "solemn and quiet" meeting, so it was required for attire to be "decent and modest" as quoted by Koko Adrian. When the worship meeting ended at 10.30am, we headed for the kitchen to have our breakfast. Than at 11am we sat in on a simulation exercise managed by Uncle Andrew. It was very fun!
Lunch was at 1pm, and at 2pm was our last meeting. Koko Adrian talked about lots of stuff, mostly related to the previous day's workshop. His talks were always very interesting, and this one was not an exception. At 3.30pm we all headed back to our respective homes, thankful that we attended the camp.
Day 1
I checked in at 8.30pm, and put my bags aside. Than we have an ice breaker where there are games, most notoriously the "Chicken Dance", brainchild of Colin. Than we had another game, "Would You Like to Be My Friend" from Colin and Ser Young. After that, we had supper, than all headed for our respective sleeping floors.
Day 2
We were awaken at 7am, although many of us didn't get any sleep due to the noisy cockerel next door. Than there was group devotion at 7.45am with half of my group (the other half had their devotion in the church, they were all guys) outside in the hut. It was very breezy. Our girl group was the leader, Michelle See, Hoong Lyn, Say Yin and I. We talked about Galatians. Than there was breakfast after that.
When breakfast was over, our main activity was held. The "No Apologies" workshop was helmed by Bobby John and Mike, an officer from Focus on the Family. We sat and listened to an interesting talk for 4 hours. Yup! You heard right, 4 hours. We had lunch after that, and than there was a forum. Uncle Chee Beng, Uncle Chandran, Koko Chee Choong and Koko Adrian answered questions posed by anonymous people on pieces of paper. Some questions were normal, others weren't.
A fun and games session was held after that. I didn't join in, I just watched the rehearsal of the night's sketch. Than there was dinner for an hour, and we all assembled at the hall for a good news night. First there was the sketch, starring Joshua, Sean, Cheryl and Nadia, and four extras: me, Kym, Alyssa and Nyuet Fen as "plenty other fishes in the sea". It was supper, than bed - or sleeping bag.
Day 3
It was the last day and we had to rise and shine early for we were joining the adults for the breaking of bread. It would be a "solemn and quiet" meeting, so it was required for attire to be "decent and modest" as quoted by Koko Adrian. When the worship meeting ended at 10.30am, we headed for the kitchen to have our breakfast. Than at 11am we sat in on a simulation exercise managed by Uncle Andrew. It was very fun!
Lunch was at 1pm, and at 2pm was our last meeting. Koko Adrian talked about lots of stuff, mostly related to the previous day's workshop. His talks were always very interesting, and this one was not an exception. At 3.30pm we all headed back to our respective homes, thankful that we attended the camp.
Wednesday, 3 August 2005
A Dedication to My Best Buddies
We all need friends, we can't deny that. But it's hard to find one whom you put your trust in fully, and have no doubt that she can keep your secret. It's like... euphoria, gratitude, thankfulness all in one row. If there is a heaven on earth... I think I've found it.
I have two friends who make my school life enjoyable... close to brilliant! They've got me waxing lyrical about them, and I am ever grateful that I've met them... ever grateful. My first buddy is Lim Chew Yong, from my class, 1 Harmoni. I've known her since Standard 1, but not really close, only this year we've become best friends. She's wonderful! I can't imagine life without her help. She's done so much for me that I've lost count :D Chew Yong, here's to friends forever... and when I say forever, I mean forever.
The other is Jolene Teoh, from another class, which is weird because I don't usually have best friends in other classes (they all changed). She's from another school, so it's quite refreshing to have a new friend from a different environment. I only knew her in April, and I thought we'd just be normal friends. But things happen, and I ended up as her best friend. If anything happened between us, she'd be the first to say she was sorry and all. I've never met anyone with such a forgiving nature as her, and I'm so happy that I met her that I can't even start to describe it.
This is a dedication to my best buddies. Hope this gets to you in whatever form, although one of you has no computer, and the other's PC has broken down :D. I still hope that it'll reach you (news of this blog).
Friends... something we can never live without. As a band once put, "Even if I were surrounded by a million people, I'd still feel alone."
I have two friends who make my school life enjoyable... close to brilliant! They've got me waxing lyrical about them, and I am ever grateful that I've met them... ever grateful. My first buddy is Lim Chew Yong, from my class, 1 Harmoni. I've known her since Standard 1, but not really close, only this year we've become best friends. She's wonderful! I can't imagine life without her help. She's done so much for me that I've lost count :D Chew Yong, here's to friends forever... and when I say forever, I mean forever.
The other is Jolene Teoh, from another class, which is weird because I don't usually have best friends in other classes (they all changed). She's from another school, so it's quite refreshing to have a new friend from a different environment. I only knew her in April, and I thought we'd just be normal friends. But things happen, and I ended up as her best friend. If anything happened between us, she'd be the first to say she was sorry and all. I've never met anyone with such a forgiving nature as her, and I'm so happy that I met her that I can't even start to describe it.
This is a dedication to my best buddies. Hope this gets to you in whatever form, although one of you has no computer, and the other's PC has broken down :D. I still hope that it'll reach you (news of this blog).
Friends... something we can never live without. As a band once put, "Even if I were surrounded by a million people, I'd still feel alone."
Monday, 25 July 2005
Another Day, Another Week
I cut my hair today - technically, my mum cut it for me (you see, her former profession was a hairdresser). It's short, but not short enough... I still can tie it.
Anyway, today is the 25th of July, and the NiE (as I've mentioned before) newspapers are to be verified and chopped - literally - by the school authorities. My class has two groups doing it: one all-Chinese, another all-Indian. The all-Chinese group got a go-ahead from our homeroom and also English teacher, Pn. Jamuna, while the all-Indian group hadn't even started. Bwahahahaha... I feel sorry and happy at the same time for them!
So, today the all-Indian group were rushing to finish. Tempers flared and misunderstandings roam galore as they rush against time to finish it in approximately less than half a day. As I was doing my homework, I was surprised by the president, who came with a camera (would you believe it?) again. She wanted to take my picture - again. I was, "What? I thought you already took my picture. I don't want to do this. Seriously, you people don't know how to organize!" But I let them take the picture anyway.
After break, we had Maths, and Pn. Uma was giving out exam papers. She lost Jia Ying's one... really. And she ordered her to come to the table as if the missing paper wasn't her fault. Than, we had assembly. Nothing much, usual vows, prize-giving ceremonies and prep talks by teachers. A teacher announced that starting from next week they would hold the "Baca Buku 5 Minit" where we had to read a book for 5 minutes - our own book, mind you. That didn't bother me, in fact, I was pretty delighted. I plan to try to finish Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith by Matthew Stover quick enough.
Oh yeah, Jessica Loo of 1 Telus and I did something today. She pretended to have a cut on her wrist, and made up a story that she got hurt peeling potatoes. She also said that she found out I was her long-lost cousin twice removed. It was fun, nearly 95% of the people she told fell for it. And it was fun being her cousin - for a day.
So, basically all that happened today was a flurry or in Bahasa Melayu, huru-hara. I wasn't in it, thank goodness, I was just the audience - and it was good fun!
Anyway, today is the 25th of July, and the NiE (as I've mentioned before) newspapers are to be verified and chopped - literally - by the school authorities. My class has two groups doing it: one all-Chinese, another all-Indian. The all-Chinese group got a go-ahead from our homeroom and also English teacher, Pn. Jamuna, while the all-Indian group hadn't even started. Bwahahahaha... I feel sorry and happy at the same time for them!
So, today the all-Indian group were rushing to finish. Tempers flared and misunderstandings roam galore as they rush against time to finish it in approximately less than half a day. As I was doing my homework, I was surprised by the president, who came with a camera (would you believe it?) again. She wanted to take my picture - again. I was, "What? I thought you already took my picture. I don't want to do this. Seriously, you people don't know how to organize!" But I let them take the picture anyway.
After break, we had Maths, and Pn. Uma was giving out exam papers. She lost Jia Ying's one... really. And she ordered her to come to the table as if the missing paper wasn't her fault. Than, we had assembly. Nothing much, usual vows, prize-giving ceremonies and prep talks by teachers. A teacher announced that starting from next week they would hold the "Baca Buku 5 Minit" where we had to read a book for 5 minutes - our own book, mind you. That didn't bother me, in fact, I was pretty delighted. I plan to try to finish Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith by Matthew Stover quick enough.
Oh yeah, Jessica Loo of 1 Telus and I did something today. She pretended to have a cut on her wrist, and made up a story that she got hurt peeling potatoes. She also said that she found out I was her long-lost cousin twice removed. It was fun, nearly 95% of the people she told fell for it. And it was fun being her cousin - for a day.
So, basically all that happened today was a flurry or in Bahasa Melayu, huru-hara. I wasn't in it, thank goodness, I was just the audience - and it was good fun!
Thursday, 21 July 2005
Homeroom Humiliation
I know I'm running late to actually talk about this - that happened over the course of the last two weeks, I think. But, I feel I have to tell you about this - it'll make for an interesting blog. First thing's first, do you know what's NiE? Yes? No? It stands for Newspaper-in-Education, where you have to create a four-page newspaper to qualify for a contest created by The Star to encourage students to be creative and the normalities. Anyway, my class had a team - I wasn't in it - and they wanted to interview me for Spelling Bee. Yup! Of course I said yes, I mean, what do you expect me to say? "I'm sorry... I can't do it" to my homeroom buddies. They'll be so - bewildered.
Okay, so we had an interview, and they asked all sorts of questions - regarding Spelling Bee, that is - they didn't run out of the topic. After that, the president (who was in the team) wanted a photo shoot. Could things get any worse? We went all around the school before deciding on where to take the photo. And guess where? In the homeroom (classroom) itself. I was like, "Duh?!" in a dumb way.
They had to clear everyone behind me because I was taking the photo at my desk. So most of the class huddled in front of me and looked at me intently, waiting for the flash to go. I was in a fit of laughs and grins, holding an absolutely worn book, wearing eye glasses with a serious look on my face. Obviously, you can't look all that serious when you're taking a photo, can you? And, before we were already getting to a decision, my best friend, Jolene of 1 Efektif (another class) walked past and yelled, "AMANDA HOI!" I turned, startled, and saw my best friend... seeing me - like this. This. Cannot. Be. Anymore. Pathetic.
Soon, my president snapped the photo, and everything was over - so fast. So, you see, if you take time to concentrate on that one moment where you want everything to be perfect, than it will be. So don't worry about what people might think or what they'll be saying about it... that's your moment, so take it while it lasts.
Okay, so we had an interview, and they asked all sorts of questions - regarding Spelling Bee, that is - they didn't run out of the topic. After that, the president (who was in the team) wanted a photo shoot. Could things get any worse? We went all around the school before deciding on where to take the photo. And guess where? In the homeroom (classroom) itself. I was like, "Duh?!" in a dumb way.
They had to clear everyone behind me because I was taking the photo at my desk. So most of the class huddled in front of me and looked at me intently, waiting for the flash to go. I was in a fit of laughs and grins, holding an absolutely worn book, wearing eye glasses with a serious look on my face. Obviously, you can't look all that serious when you're taking a photo, can you? And, before we were already getting to a decision, my best friend, Jolene of 1 Efektif (another class) walked past and yelled, "AMANDA HOI!" I turned, startled, and saw my best friend... seeing me - like this. This. Cannot. Be. Anymore. Pathetic.
Soon, my president snapped the photo, and everything was over - so fast. So, you see, if you take time to concentrate on that one moment where you want everything to be perfect, than it will be. So don't worry about what people might think or what they'll be saying about it... that's your moment, so take it while it lasts.
Tuesday, 12 July 2005
A Liking for the Killers
It's confirmed. I have developed a taste for rockers, The Killers. The Killers, from the USA, are named as the band to look out for this year, and I think I know why. The Killers consists of Brandon Flowers(vocals/keyboards), David Keuning(electric guitars), Mark Stoermer(bass) and Ronnie Vannucci(drums) and they're good, very good. Their debut album, Hot Fuss is on my list of albums to buy, alongside One Tree Hill: The Soundtrack. Hot Fuss, which has 11 songs spawned many hit singles, such as "Mr Brightside", "Smile Like You Mean It", "Somebody Told Me" and "All These Things That I've Done", both of which are my favourite The Killers' songs. One song worth mentioning that is not included in Hot Fuss is "Indie Rock 'N' Roll" which got me hooked onto The Killers. From then on, I am a Killers fan. Their music is rock-driven, with stunning electric guitar and also bass solos, expecially on "Somebody Told Me" and "All These Things I've Done"; great drum mixes on "Glamorous Indie Rock 'N' Roll". However, "Mr Brightside" is very popular amongst Killers fans, not by me, though.
The Killers have proved to be an expectant rock band, as its debut itself has been climbing the charts to score high with the critics. Cheers to The Killers!
Sunday, 3 July 2005
They're Already Here
Yo! I've just returned from catching a movie with friends. And by my blog title, you could've already guessed what movie that is, right? Bingo! It's War of the Worlds, my friends.
I'm now convinced that any Steven Spielberg-Tom Cruise collaboration is a sure hit. And I'm glad to say I was mystified by the stunning film, and everything about it. Must've cost a lot for Spielberg, but then again, we're talking about Spielberg, at what cost will he ever stop filming? Zero.
The latest remake of H.G. Wells' "War of the Worlds" book, War of the Worlds stars Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Justin Chatwin, Miranda Otto and Tim Robbins. Star-studded, ain't it?
Of course, you'll know the synopsis by now, so I won't be specific. The movie was SPECTACULAR, AWESOME, MAGNIFICENT. It was a jaw-dropping experience, and I applaud Spielberg. The sound effects deserve recognition, and the CGI parts are absolutely breath-taking. I most certainly enjoyed myself.
Tom Cruise's Ray Ferrier was very funny, and his daughter, Rachel was, well, okay, I guess. All she did was cry and scream and show her intelligence, that's all. His son, Robbie, however, pumped out a commendable effort. Great acting. Tim Robbins' character was a little annoying, and Miranda Otto was graceful and simple.
All in all, it was a great watch. As the saying goes, wine tastes better with age, this third remake of "War of the Worlds" certainly scores higher.
Saturday, 2 July 2005
Musical Performance... and Other Happenings
It was a long, long day for me today. But, surprisingly, I had loads of fun. I played for the birthday party with my ensemble pals. What went wrong was that I had overpracticed, so my upper arm started to get painful in the middle of Pachelbel's "Canon in D", and it spread to my entire arm during Vivaldi's "Spring". I had to stick with it until the end of "Spring". I must tell you, it was excruciatingly exhausting. Ee Lyz, my cello buddy noticed that I was missing notes, adjusting my bow and continually shaking uncontrollably. How nice of her to take note of my playing, what a great partner, ain't she?
And, besides, there was this annoying girl who came with one of the ensemble members. It was like a nightmare... except that it was threefold. They said they were late because they just had to WATCH A CAT GIVE BIRTH TO A LITTER OF KITTENS. Tell me, how absolutely pathetic is that? Very pathetic. It's amazing how dimwitted anyone can be.
So, after our rerun during practice session, that girl came up to me and was like, "You know your lower D? I think it was a bit too low, or maybe it's just me." I felt like tearing her apart at that moment. Who the heck is the cellist right now, eh? You or me? And she went on talking to the rest of the ensemble members, even the teacher, with her sarcastic remarks and know-it-all slang. In the end, we all assembled at the practice room upstairs, with the teacher there, and started to tell everything bottled up inside about that girl. It appears everyone in the ensemble hates her.
Yeah, and that was about all. After the performance, me, Ee Lyz, Yin Shi, Sharifah Leena and Xianling went to a room upstairs and wiled the time away talking. That was very fun. When we came down, I took some pictures using my camera phone.
And, besides, there was this annoying girl who came with one of the ensemble members. It was like a nightmare... except that it was threefold. They said they were late because they just had to WATCH A CAT GIVE BIRTH TO A LITTER OF KITTENS. Tell me, how absolutely pathetic is that? Very pathetic. It's amazing how dimwitted anyone can be.
So, after our rerun during practice session, that girl came up to me and was like, "You know your lower D? I think it was a bit too low, or maybe it's just me." I felt like tearing her apart at that moment. Who the heck is the cellist right now, eh? You or me? And she went on talking to the rest of the ensemble members, even the teacher, with her sarcastic remarks and know-it-all slang. In the end, we all assembled at the practice room upstairs, with the teacher there, and started to tell everything bottled up inside about that girl. It appears everyone in the ensemble hates her.
Yeah, and that was about all. After the performance, me, Ee Lyz, Yin Shi, Sharifah Leena and Xianling went to a room upstairs and wiled the time away talking. That was very fun. When we came down, I took some pictures using my camera phone.
Wednesday, 29 June 2005
Untitled
Hi! I don't know what title to put, so it's "Untitled". Haha. Anyway, I'd like to say sorry for the Flickr Zeitgeist, Mini Poll, NVNCBL Chat and Quote of the Day corners because they're not working properly, but I'd still like them there. So, my apologies if it annoys you in any way, but I'm just trying to make my blog a little bit more interesting. Although they do take a lot of space, I must admit, I sure hope my blog doesn't look dumb enough to deter you even more from reading it.
Also, I've created some new posts, added images to spice things up and also chose a new template (I think this is better, right? Please give comments). I hope you enjoy "Ignorance is Bliss" with a whole new look. Thank you.
Also, I've created some new posts, added images to spice things up and also chose a new template (I think this is better, right? Please give comments). I hope you enjoy "Ignorance is Bliss" with a whole new look. Thank you.
Monday, 27 June 2005
Strangeness and Me
I think I'm strange, in a general sort of way. People wonder how I can even listen to stuff that are close to abnormal to them, but really, you shouldn't care. Here's an excerpt I got from a book talking about strangeness and me:Am I strange? Possibly. But maybe I'm not really stranger than anyone else. Maybe I'm just - more aware of my strangeness. Like why am I so afraid to let my friends know who I really am. If they don't like the real me then maybe they aren't really friends. Maybe that's what I'm afraid of ...
I modified it a little so that it can relate to normal people living normal lives, particularly students with loads of friends in school or anywhere else. Think over that paragraph again, it sounds pretty philosophical to me. I'm so happy I got that book! I know you must be wondering what book I'm talking about, it's "One Tree Hill: The Beginning".
Monday, 20 June 2005
All for Him
This blog is dedicated to all who are walking with the Lord in their everyday life. You know when there are times where you feel so down and depressed, so much that you could actually give everything up. During these times, remember Jesus, because he'll always be there with you ... always.
You can pray whenever you're going through this times, because He will help you through, and although you'd be wondering how can He hear you when there must a million other people around the world praying at the same time, I'd like to remind you that the Lord is Almighty and Powerful in everything, and He will most certainly hear your prayers, whenever, wherever.
As you continue your journey with God, I pray and hope that you will not stray far from him. Keep your hand firmly in His, and He will guide you with all the love and care that he has continually showered upon us. The Lord God is our Father in Heaven and on Earth, and He's all powerful. Let us do everything, all for Him.
You can pray whenever you're going through this times, because He will help you through, and although you'd be wondering how can He hear you when there must a million other people around the world praying at the same time, I'd like to remind you that the Lord is Almighty and Powerful in everything, and He will most certainly hear your prayers, whenever, wherever.
As you continue your journey with God, I pray and hope that you will not stray far from him. Keep your hand firmly in His, and He will guide you with all the love and care that he has continually showered upon us. The Lord God is our Father in Heaven and on Earth, and He's all powerful. Let us do everything, all for Him.
Sunday, 19 June 2005
I'm On Fire
Yesterday night, I was at EMF '05 (short for Evangelistic Music Fest 2005) at Port Klang Gospel Hall.Above is an image of my church band, On Fire consisting of: Wei Jin, Joshua, Kwo Kuang, Ser Young, Nadia and Su Yin. They were great, but they didn't win. Anyway, they sang three songs: Switchfoot's "On Fire", Steven Curtis Chapman's "Listen to Our Hearts" and Jars of Clay's "Worlds Apart". They were nice songs, and I hope you'll find this lyrics of "On Fire" pretty meaningful:
They tell you where you need to go
They tell you when you need to leave
They tell you what you need to know
They tell you who you need to be
But everything inside, you know
Is more than what you've heard
There's so much more than empty conversations
Filled with empty words
And you're on fire
When He's near you
You're on fire
When He speaks
You're on fire
Burning at these mysteries
Give me one more time around
Give me one more chance to see
Give me everything you are
Give me one more chance to be near you
When everything inside
Looks like everything I hate
You're the hope I have for change
You're the only chance I'll take
And I'm on fire
When You're near
I'm on fire
When You speak
I'm on fire
Burning at these mysteries
I'm standing on the edge of me
I'm standing on the edge of me
I'm standing on the edge of me
Standing on the edge
I'm standing on the edge of everything I've never been before
And I've been standing on the edge of me
Been standing on the edge
Saturday, 18 June 2005
The Beginning of the Bat
I've just caught Batman Begins, and it is the ultimate Batman movie. I must say, Christopher Nolan did a rather good job. And Christian Bale has got to be the most suave Batman I've seen so far. My favourite was obviously Lieutenant Gordon, played by Gary Oldman of Sirius Black fame. Absolutely fabulous and entirely fantastic, that's how I'd sum up Batman Begins.The cast consists of: Christian Bale, Katie Holmes, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Cillian Murphy, who makes a mysteriously creepy bad guy.
However, I don't exactly recommend it to kids below 10, because it might be a little too terrifying, especially during the parts where the villain shows his real power to the so-called powerful backbone. But, if you must, than please be my guest.
Whichever way, the gadgets shown by Lucius Fox(Freeman) were delectably hi-tech and of the highest quality in this century. The humour part of the movie was nifty as it was handled by Michael Caine, who starred as the butler, Alfred, whom I'm sure is a very well-known name amongst movie fanatics. He let out an air of good humour and teasing sentences. Great script!
Anyway, you should catch it, as it happens to be a great Batman movie, and also is a prequel. So, if you'd like to know how Bruce Wayne actually started out to be, catch Batman Begins in theatres near you.
Friday, 17 June 2005
The Anatomy of Hiccups
It's something that all of us have experienced before and are bound to experience in future. What I'm talking about is hiccups. Even as I type this blog, I am hiccuping. I know it's funny, but don't laugh. As devoted as I am to providing my readers with a glimpse into my life coupled with some useful information, I have dug deep into the realms of the web and searched for stuff on hiccups. As you can see, reading my blogs can not only help you know about my life, but also about daily things we face in our life. Isn't this wonderfully entertainingly helpful, or what?
Okay, here it is. Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle. As the muscle contracts repeatedly, the opening between your vocal cords snaps shut to check the inflow of air and makes the hiccup sound. Irritation of the nerves that extend from the neck to the chest can also cause hiccups.
However, don't worry because hiccups are not serious and have no clear reason for occurring. You can breathe easy knowing that when you get hiccups.
Many conditions are associated with hiccups, but none has been shown to be the cause of hiccups. If you eat too fast, you can swallow air along with your food and end up with a case of hiccups, so, don't eat too fast, take your time. Hiccups are sometimes thought to be a reflex to protect you from choking.
Hiccups can be described as brief, irritable spasms of your diaphragm that can occur for a few seconds or minutes. I believe that is all I got from hiccups, so, if this has been of help to you, then I am most certainly pleased.
This blog, I hope, have helped you to understand even more about hiccups. I know I make it sound serious, don't I? Maybe I'm overdoing it, haha. Okay, I think that's all I wanted to let you guys know about hiccups. Compliment me on doing my homework, will you?
Okay, here it is. Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle. As the muscle contracts repeatedly, the opening between your vocal cords snaps shut to check the inflow of air and makes the hiccup sound. Irritation of the nerves that extend from the neck to the chest can also cause hiccups.
However, don't worry because hiccups are not serious and have no clear reason for occurring. You can breathe easy knowing that when you get hiccups.
Many conditions are associated with hiccups, but none has been shown to be the cause of hiccups. If you eat too fast, you can swallow air along with your food and end up with a case of hiccups, so, don't eat too fast, take your time. Hiccups are sometimes thought to be a reflex to protect you from choking.
Hiccups can be described as brief, irritable spasms of your diaphragm that can occur for a few seconds or minutes. I believe that is all I got from hiccups, so, if this has been of help to you, then I am most certainly pleased.
This blog, I hope, have helped you to understand even more about hiccups. I know I make it sound serious, don't I? Maybe I'm overdoing it, haha. Okay, I think that's all I wanted to let you guys know about hiccups. Compliment me on doing my homework, will you?
Thursday, 16 June 2005
Phew! I'm Back!
Hello, all! After a rather long hiatus due to no access to the Internet, I am once again back. My first priority is to update readers on the reason as to why they could not get a glimpse of my life for the past few - aw geez, I didn't count! The reason is because, haha, well, my dad didn't pay the bill. So paiseh la. Now, never mind that.
Anyway, just so you all know, my birthday was on June 8 and it was a holiday, but I did do a few things. A few friends wished me, but other than that, it was a pretty normal day. I can't get my hopes high anyway. Haha. Well, that happens to be all. Can't write anymore for various reasons. Bye!
Anyway, just so you all know, my birthday was on June 8 and it was a holiday, but I did do a few things. A few friends wished me, but other than that, it was a pretty normal day. I can't get my hopes high anyway. Haha. Well, that happens to be all. Can't write anymore for various reasons. Bye!
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