Boo... YAY!
(Saturday, January 24, 2009/11:01 PM)
This week is quite memorable for me. =) I've decided to take a step of faith and attempted new things, to stay true to my New Year resolution of not wanting to let 2009 be plain and mundane as 2008. Yet there were genuine moments I felt like ranting. Haha! It's been a roller-coaster ride but nothing too serious happened. No worries. =P
YAY! Moment #1: Choir audition on Tuesday evening
It's been more than a year since my last singing audition (the last being Emerge Talentime 07), and my singing passion gradually faded out since then. Due to my passive nature, I was reluctant yet again to commit myself to ministry, but luckily, KC was there to fight alongside with me, so I had the strength to carry on.
I did my best, and all I can say, is that God is the only one who shall decide whether I'm ready to serve Him. I was glad I took a step of faith and went through the auditions. =)
Boo... Moment #1: JS3208 lesson on Wednesday afternoon
The JS people are SUPER clique-ish... I counted 4 distinct cliques, and only 4 lonesome warriors, including myself, sat alone quietly, while the rest were joking and laughing, making the atmosphere somewhat awkward for us.
Besides the obligatory greetings at the start and end of the lesson among the cliques since they were acquainted, being in the same major, for the rest of the lesson, they pretty much stick to their own cliques.
I was smack right in the middle between 2 cliques, and even when it was time for group discussion, not ONE friggin' person offered to work with me. The sensei even had to step in and pair me with another loner, and the 3rd and 4th loner together. It's really that bad.
But the lesson itself is pretty darn interesting. In computing lectures, I can't last more than an hour before I doze off for a good 10-15 minutes. When JS3208 lecture went underway proper, with all the peeps finally shutting up their mouths, I enjoyed it damn alot.
The lecture is friggin' 3 hours and I was kept awake from start to finish. Dang, I should be born a Japanese. -_-"
YAY! Moment #2: Singtel clique outing to Mind's Cafe on Thursday afternoon
Initially, we wanted to go Sentosa, and I was already mentally prepared to go a place I don't really fancy. Unfortunately, Kristal hurt her ankle, and Ivan couldn't make it at the last moment. Despite all the unforeseen circumstances, the outing venue changed to Mind's Cafe, after much reluctance from me and Michelle. Ops. =X
I've not seen Debbie for more than a year! It's great to see her, as jovial and energetic as before. =) The games Kristal introduced to us were all surprisingly fun, and I actually had fun playing freaking board games!
Debbie and me!
Group Pic!
Boo... Moment #2: Diarrhoea on Friday
Dang... It's either the Cheesy Fish and Chips I ate at Mind's Cafe the day before, or the whole can of Pringles I popped while watching the 9 PM show *LOL*! I was feeling quite bad and decided to forgo my lessons. I found out later that Roufang didn't go lecture as well, and I felt bad leaving Kristal alone. =(
YAY! Moment #3: Leading praise during CGM on Saturday
Yet another step of faith taken! After procrastinating for months, I've finally took action and led praise today. 2009 will not be as mundane as 2008! =) I think I was having jitterbugs cos' my old choir problem resurfaced. My legs will shake uncontrollably when I'm nervous performing *LOL*! But as soon as I sang the worship song, it stopped miraculously. God is great indeed! (^o^)
Boo... Moment #3: (I don't even know how to describe this... Read on and u'll understand...)
My friends occasionally complained about a certain church acquaintance that she makes extremely untactful remarks. I laughed at their accounts of their encounters with her, but it was only when I was at the receiving end of her remarks, that I finally understood what they meant.
*Comes up to me and randomly said...*
Her: Eh, u look like very loner, very emo-kid.
Me: *Pretends to look surprised* Really? Why do u think so?
Her: Dunno how to explain leh... Like very anti-social... U hate socializing?
Me: *Awkward silence* Yeah, I hate it.
Her: Really? Why?!
Me: *Tries hard to maintain a jovial face* Of cos' not la! Just kidding! ... Ermmm...
Her: *All the while maintaining a smirk on her face*
Me: *GRRR!!!*
EMO-KID!? This is the first time I'm hearing such a stupid term... Emo means emo la... Why must add a 'kid'... Somemore, she's younger than me... Reeks of disrespect... (-_-)"
First of all, I'm not a social butterfly, but neither am I a loner. I have a healthy social life. It's just that I don't see a need to befriend every Tom, Dick and Harry I meet on the street. That's all.
Secondly, I'm not emo. It's my habit to strike cool and aloof poses and facial expressions when I'm alone, to make myself look more initimidating than I really am.
Thirdly, I'm not anti-social. Just a little shy and reserved. But I must admit it is bothersome trying (and sometimes, I just don't bother) to socialize with people such as her.
At least I know who my real friends are. My close friends will definitely know all those above are not true about me. It's a common misconception that I'm fierce, hostile, and anti-social. But it's a facade I portray in the presence of strangers to protect myself, especially cos' I'm living in an area filled with ah bengs, bangalas and PRCs.
Shoot... That totally made my day, man... -_-"
Alright, ending with a future YAY! moment, tomorrow's the long-awaited reunion dinner and the subsequent CNY visitations on Monday! I'm glad I could use a little break to catch my breath before I get bombarded with work. But hey, I'm already bombarded with work. Gotta rush through 3 tutorials tomorrow. (=.=)
To all my loyal blog readers, enjoy ur holidays! Gong Xi Fa Cai! (^o^)
YAY! Moment #1: Choir audition on Tuesday evening
It's been more than a year since my last singing audition (the last being Emerge Talentime 07), and my singing passion gradually faded out since then. Due to my passive nature, I was reluctant yet again to commit myself to ministry, but luckily, KC was there to fight alongside with me, so I had the strength to carry on.
I did my best, and all I can say, is that God is the only one who shall decide whether I'm ready to serve Him. I was glad I took a step of faith and went through the auditions. =)
Boo... Moment #1: JS3208 lesson on Wednesday afternoon
The JS people are SUPER clique-ish... I counted 4 distinct cliques, and only 4 lonesome warriors, including myself, sat alone quietly, while the rest were joking and laughing, making the atmosphere somewhat awkward for us.
Besides the obligatory greetings at the start and end of the lesson among the cliques since they were acquainted, being in the same major, for the rest of the lesson, they pretty much stick to their own cliques.
I was smack right in the middle between 2 cliques, and even when it was time for group discussion, not ONE friggin' person offered to work with me. The sensei even had to step in and pair me with another loner, and the 3rd and 4th loner together. It's really that bad.
But the lesson itself is pretty darn interesting. In computing lectures, I can't last more than an hour before I doze off for a good 10-15 minutes. When JS3208 lecture went underway proper, with all the peeps finally shutting up their mouths, I enjoyed it damn alot.
The lecture is friggin' 3 hours and I was kept awake from start to finish. Dang, I should be born a Japanese. -_-"
YAY! Moment #2: Singtel clique outing to Mind's Cafe on Thursday afternoon
Initially, we wanted to go Sentosa, and I was already mentally prepared to go a place I don't really fancy. Unfortunately, Kristal hurt her ankle, and Ivan couldn't make it at the last moment. Despite all the unforeseen circumstances, the outing venue changed to Mind's Cafe, after much reluctance from me and Michelle. Ops. =X
I've not seen Debbie for more than a year! It's great to see her, as jovial and energetic as before. =) The games Kristal introduced to us were all surprisingly fun, and I actually had fun playing freaking board games!
Debbie and me!
Group Pic!Boo... Moment #2: Diarrhoea on Friday
Dang... It's either the Cheesy Fish and Chips I ate at Mind's Cafe the day before, or the whole can of Pringles I popped while watching the 9 PM show *LOL*! I was feeling quite bad and decided to forgo my lessons. I found out later that Roufang didn't go lecture as well, and I felt bad leaving Kristal alone. =(
YAY! Moment #3: Leading praise during CGM on Saturday
Yet another step of faith taken! After procrastinating for months, I've finally took action and led praise today. 2009 will not be as mundane as 2008! =) I think I was having jitterbugs cos' my old choir problem resurfaced. My legs will shake uncontrollably when I'm nervous performing *LOL*! But as soon as I sang the worship song, it stopped miraculously. God is great indeed! (^o^)
Boo... Moment #3: (I don't even know how to describe this... Read on and u'll understand...)
My friends occasionally complained about a certain church acquaintance that she makes extremely untactful remarks. I laughed at their accounts of their encounters with her, but it was only when I was at the receiving end of her remarks, that I finally understood what they meant.
*Comes up to me and randomly said...*
Her: Eh, u look like very loner, very emo-kid.
Me: *Pretends to look surprised* Really? Why do u think so?
Her: Dunno how to explain leh... Like very anti-social... U hate socializing?
Me: *Awkward silence* Yeah, I hate it.
Her: Really? Why?!
Me: *Tries hard to maintain a jovial face* Of cos' not la! Just kidding! ... Ermmm...
Her: *All the while maintaining a smirk on her face*
Me: *GRRR!!!*
EMO-KID!? This is the first time I'm hearing such a stupid term... Emo means emo la... Why must add a 'kid'... Somemore, she's younger than me... Reeks of disrespect... (-_-)"
First of all, I'm not a social butterfly, but neither am I a loner. I have a healthy social life. It's just that I don't see a need to befriend every Tom, Dick and Harry I meet on the street. That's all.
Secondly, I'm not emo. It's my habit to strike cool and aloof poses and facial expressions when I'm alone, to make myself look more initimidating than I really am.
Thirdly, I'm not anti-social. Just a little shy and reserved. But I must admit it is bothersome trying (and sometimes, I just don't bother) to socialize with people such as her.
At least I know who my real friends are. My close friends will definitely know all those above are not true about me. It's a common misconception that I'm fierce, hostile, and anti-social. But it's a facade I portray in the presence of strangers to protect myself, especially cos' I'm living in an area filled with ah bengs, bangalas and PRCs.
Shoot... That totally made my day, man... -_-"
Alright, ending with a future YAY! moment, tomorrow's the long-awaited reunion dinner and the subsequent CNY visitations on Monday! I'm glad I could use a little break to catch my breath before I get bombarded with work. But hey, I'm already bombarded with work. Gotta rush through 3 tutorials tomorrow. (=.=)
To all my loyal blog readers, enjoy ur holidays! Gong Xi Fa Cai! (^o^)
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The God I Know
(Monday, January 19, 2009/11:32 PM)
I thought we were gonna know our new CGs this past Saturday at CGM, but apparently, Bro Darren has not given the "GO!" sign to the CGLs to implement the changes yet. I'm not one to complain. I love W429 really, really alot! (^o^)
Omg... That's our resident clown, Janet, alright... LOL! =P
Attempted a self-taken group shot by KC
The obligatory weekly funny shot poses haha! =)
Omg... That's our resident clown, Janet, alright... LOL! =P
Attempted a self-taken group shot by KC
The obligatory weekly funny shot poses haha! =)I'm going for choir auditions tomorrow at the CHC building at Jurong West. Although I know KC and I are good enough to pass the auditions (since we have 8 years of choir background), I'm not gonna let pride rule my mind, but I'll approach the auditions with a humble heart. Afterall, my love for God should come first before showcasing my talent.
I've been procrastinating all my life. With the step of faith I'd be taking tomorrow, I hope to open up new boundaries. I'm constantly worrying about my health and studies, but this time, I'm gonna ignore my problems temporarily and give it my best shot. Lord, please see the willing hearts that we brothers have for You. =)
Hoping to get into a wider fellowship with my church mates as well, especially those who share a passion in singing. This is my 6th year in church, and I've not befriended a single confidant yet. Besides KC, Debbie of cos', whom I've already been good friends with before we became Christians.
Everytime I tried committing myself to ministry, I find myself surrounded by hypocrites and overzealous Christians. My good secondary school pal, Gary Chua, left church due to such complications. As a result, I became wary about the NUS CHC ministry as well. Hoping the choir ministry will provide genuine fellowship which I can relate and confide in.
Whatever the outcome, it'd be for the best. I will not live 2009 the same mundane way I lived 2008!
I've been procrastinating all my life. With the step of faith I'd be taking tomorrow, I hope to open up new boundaries. I'm constantly worrying about my health and studies, but this time, I'm gonna ignore my problems temporarily and give it my best shot. Lord, please see the willing hearts that we brothers have for You. =)
Hoping to get into a wider fellowship with my church mates as well, especially those who share a passion in singing. This is my 6th year in church, and I've not befriended a single confidant yet. Besides KC, Debbie of cos', whom I've already been good friends with before we became Christians.
Everytime I tried committing myself to ministry, I find myself surrounded by hypocrites and overzealous Christians. My good secondary school pal, Gary Chua, left church due to such complications. As a result, I became wary about the NUS CHC ministry as well. Hoping the choir ministry will provide genuine fellowship which I can relate and confide in.
Whatever the outcome, it'd be for the best. I will not live 2009 the same mundane way I lived 2008!
Lord, I do not depend on my own strength, but as I depend on Your strength, I will have the faith to fight the good fight
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School reopening loh...
(Monday, January 12, 2009/11:31 PM)
Sigh... Tonight is the official last day of holidays for me. I'm starting school from tomorrow onwards. Holidays never fail to pass by fast in a blink of the eye. Especially when u're having fun. Speaking of fun, Roufang invited the SoC/NM gang to her birthday chalet at Downtown East past Thursday. We all had fun, and it was a surprising revelation that she had a boyfriend! (^_^)
I had a fruitful time catching up with the guys, especially Weirong and Hongyi, whom I've not seen regularly for the past semester. The girls were pretty much in their own world, especially Cynthia and Michelle. Oh gosh, they talked gibberish since midnight that day! (>.<)"
Everyone was reluctant to stay over but no one dared to be the bad guy and make the first move, so in the end, everyone stayed over *lol*! Cynthia and Michelle finally got tired of talking nonsense and fell asleep *ROFL*, while the rest of us sat around and played an interesting card game called "Bang".
I couldn't believe that I could actually tahan until 5.45 AM in the morning, when the guys decided to make their way to the MRT to catch the first train. On Friday, I was super disoriented, and kept sleeping, and lost my sense of time for that day. LOL! Oh well, it's an experience once in a blue moon.
Our uni gang!
Take 2!
I had a fruitful time catching up with the guys, especially Weirong and Hongyi, whom I've not seen regularly for the past semester. The girls were pretty much in their own world, especially Cynthia and Michelle. Oh gosh, they talked gibberish since midnight that day! (>.<)"
Everyone was reluctant to stay over but no one dared to be the bad guy and make the first move, so in the end, everyone stayed over *lol*! Cynthia and Michelle finally got tired of talking nonsense and fell asleep *ROFL*, while the rest of us sat around and played an interesting card game called "Bang".
I couldn't believe that I could actually tahan until 5.45 AM in the morning, when the guys decided to make their way to the MRT to catch the first train. On Friday, I was super disoriented, and kept sleeping, and lost my sense of time for that day. LOL! Oh well, it's an experience once in a blue moon.
Our uni gang!
Take 2!Having many friends turning 21 this year, I'm expecting to attend many 21st birthday parties. =) No offence to anyone, but I just don't get it why the number "21" is so special. Alright, so we are officially recognized as adults, get some adult privileges, eligible to watch RA movies, yada yada... But so what? Haha. =D Or perhaps, I'm just too boring a person who doesn't care about such stuff.
I still can't get my desired JS module and I gotta go appeal to the JS department personally tomorrow. Sigh, this is so troublesome. MA1101R (Linear Algebra) scares me with the high failure rate, but I'm gonna trust in the Lord to see me through. In health and in my studies. =) Gotta go sleep and prep up for school already! Ciao!~
I still can't get my desired JS module and I gotta go appeal to the JS department personally tomorrow. Sigh, this is so troublesome. MA1101R (Linear Algebra) scares me with the high failure rate, but I'm gonna trust in the Lord to see me through. In health and in my studies. =) Gotta go sleep and prep up for school already! Ciao!~
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New Year Resolutions
(Wednesday, January 7, 2009/12:28 PM)
Sorry guys, I've not been updating my blog recently! Had the luxury of time but was just too lazy. =P I've not even set my New Year resolutions yet! And... I broke my promise of wanting to keep fit and learn Adobe CS3 this holidays. Oh gosh... I'm really a gonecase... =(
Just a quick update on what I've been up to this past week...
My buddy KC introduced Left4Dead to me. I was intrigued by the new concept (actually overdone and popularized by Resident Evil) offered by Valve, the critically-acclaimed developers of Half-Life. But I was gradually losing my passion for gaming, and I was afraid my lousy desktop can't support the Source engine, so I gave it a pass.
I was becoming super bored towards the end of the holidays, having watched all the good J-Doramas, and everyone knows my complaints about Singapore being a superbly boring nation for entertainment. So, I decided to give Left4Dead a try. And surprisingly, my computer can support it! And it even evades the crashing problem which even most high-end computers face!
Definitely a great game! Had a blast with it for a week. Hoping to up the fun by playing LAN with my good pals soon! =)
Look at my cutesy pet in Pet Society! (^_^) Hmmm... Though I still can't believe I succumbed to the UBER peer pressure from my CG W429, instigated by the devious Janet YANG! >:( Hahaha, just joking. Don't take it so seriously, okay? =)
No offence to anyone who's engrossed in this game, but it's seriously the silliest game I've played thus far *LOL*! Unlike conventional virtual pet games, the pet won't die due to hunger. Visitations to other pets' houses won't get rejected.
There's a serious lack of gameplay depth. I guess this game just wants to give that feel-good factor to Facebook addicts. There's no serious penalty if u log on infrequently. It's free of charge. Players need not worry whether their pet would die or get into conflicts with other pets.
I gotta admit the game is cute though. LOL!
Okay, back to serious business, I shall jot down some quick New Year resolutions...
1) Take initiative to improve my health: Proper diet, less junk food. Try to rely less on my medicine. TRYYY my best to exercise at least once or twice a week. =)
2) Consistent studying: It's my habit to zone out for a little while during the middle of semesters. Hopefully, I'll study consistently this time round, and hopefully, improve my grades. I need to get that elusive A grade which has been evading me for the past 1 1/2 years. Grrr!!! >:(
3) Spiritual commitments: Hope to be more engaged in my cell group, especially since I'm gonna have a new cell group. I'm always bound by my hectic university lifestyle and nagging health issues, and that causes me to be reluctant in taking up responsibility. Hope I breakthrough this year!
4) Leisure: Singapore... is killing me... I need to travel to Japan once again this coming June holidays. By hook or by crook. Even if it makes I'd have to travel alone. Haha. =)
That's about it! I'll update once I think up of more resolutions!
Just a quick update on what I've been up to this past week...
My buddy KC introduced Left4Dead to me. I was intrigued by the new concept (actually overdone and popularized by Resident Evil) offered by Valve, the critically-acclaimed developers of Half-Life. But I was gradually losing my passion for gaming, and I was afraid my lousy desktop can't support the Source engine, so I gave it a pass.I was becoming super bored towards the end of the holidays, having watched all the good J-Doramas, and everyone knows my complaints about Singapore being a superbly boring nation for entertainment. So, I decided to give Left4Dead a try. And surprisingly, my computer can support it! And it even evades the crashing problem which even most high-end computers face!
Definitely a great game! Had a blast with it for a week. Hoping to up the fun by playing LAN with my good pals soon! =)
Look at my cutesy pet in Pet Society! (^_^) Hmmm... Though I still can't believe I succumbed to the UBER peer pressure from my CG W429, instigated by the devious Janet YANG! >:( Hahaha, just joking. Don't take it so seriously, okay? =)No offence to anyone who's engrossed in this game, but it's seriously the silliest game I've played thus far *LOL*! Unlike conventional virtual pet games, the pet won't die due to hunger. Visitations to other pets' houses won't get rejected.
There's a serious lack of gameplay depth. I guess this game just wants to give that feel-good factor to Facebook addicts. There's no serious penalty if u log on infrequently. It's free of charge. Players need not worry whether their pet would die or get into conflicts with other pets.
I gotta admit the game is cute though. LOL!
Okay, back to serious business, I shall jot down some quick New Year resolutions...
1) Take initiative to improve my health: Proper diet, less junk food. Try to rely less on my medicine. TRYYY my best to exercise at least once or twice a week. =)
2) Consistent studying: It's my habit to zone out for a little while during the middle of semesters. Hopefully, I'll study consistently this time round, and hopefully, improve my grades. I need to get that elusive A grade which has been evading me for the past 1 1/2 years. Grrr!!! >:(
3) Spiritual commitments: Hope to be more engaged in my cell group, especially since I'm gonna have a new cell group. I'm always bound by my hectic university lifestyle and nagging health issues, and that causes me to be reluctant in taking up responsibility. Hope I breakthrough this year!
4) Leisure: Singapore... is killing me... I need to travel to Japan once again this coming June holidays. By hook or by crook. Even if it makes I'd have to travel alone. Haha. =)
That's about it! I'll update once I think up of more resolutions!
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