Sunday, February 26, 2006

Parade..

Well, going back camp on Wed n Thurs, not the best of days for me. Will not want to elaborate much. Lest the thing come back to me.

Well, my ORD parade is over! Finally! Didn't have much practice. Not much is needed also, given the simplicity of it. Took quite some photos. Gonna share some here.

Formed up

Kenneth, Me, Hansel.

My DotA pal, Zonkie!

DotA gang: Alex, WS, Victor, Me, Mak.

YH, SK, Me.

How cam I forget Simon? My problematic BMT Buddy.

CC, CSM, Me, 2IC.

It was very hot and sunny during the rehearsals la. And given that I will turn red instead of tan, I look red. Heh.. A little look at my bunk.

My messy bed. Ops.. Heh packing my stuffs to bring home.

Is it messy?

That's all folks! Off to Thailand soon.... Sianz....

Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Relationship.

Relationship is defined as :
  1. The condition or fact of being related; connection or association.
  2. Connection by blood or marriage; kinship.
  3. A particular type of connection existing between people related to or having dealings with each other: has a close relationship with his siblings.
  4. A romantic or sexual involvement.
Is it a very fragile thing? I would say, YES.

Just got to know that a friend of mine had broken up on Sunday. Days after Valentine's Day. I would not comment much. Can only say their relationship started with them being very good friends. Things progressed then on from there. They shared a very volatile relationship. Breaking up previously as well. Now, he say it is better to remain as good friends.

My qn now, is it really possible to return to the state of good friends? I mean, once you have decided to take the 1st step to progress your relationship? Is there really a chance for you to turn back? Can you really forget all that had happened? Will you let the memories control you? I feel, it really is a gamble. Does God play dice with the Universe? Einstein says no though...

Saw Get Real on CNA today. It says, Marriage is never only about the 2 party. But when either party decides to get just a little selfish with all the extra thrills outside, all the others suffer. It there really a 7 year itch? Will couples ever get bored with each other? Can they, and should they ever forgive an affair? Can you accept someone foreign into your family? Every wrong step is a step deeper into the abyss. What is the threshold that 1 can take? Qns, qns more burning qns...

Relationship is complex. But it is the complexity that makes it unique. Everyone has a story to tell. An exclusive that only those closest to you will understand.

I have no idea why am I posting all these. Perhaps cos the 'personal crisis' have got something to do with the topic in discussion? Eh, don't care. This is what's on my mind now.

Yes it is fragile. Once broken can never be returned or repaired to the original state. Scars are forever. Handle with the utmost care. Please?

Sunday, February 19, 2006

.. .. ..

I am not one who will hide my feelings de, not very adept at it also. So why bother hiding? I will let my emotions show on my face very obviously de. I think burying your emotion beneath the layers will result in more harm to u. Why not just let it out for them to see? Why not let them know how you are feeling now? Why must you suffer in silent? You don't owe them a damn thing la. I don't care how people judge me la, but that's the way I am la. Nonchalant, guai4 lan3 lor, those who really bother will find out the real me la.

Here I am trying my best, there you ppl are complaining about all the freaking things in the world. I know it's not meant to be serious, all the kp kb., but it is very vexing la. Not saying that anyone is selfish or what, but I feel, unconsciously, there's some kinda taking things for granted here. Just because it is always provided doesn't mean it will always be there. So please, try not to be so dependent ok?

I mean, even to your bosses, future bosses. I think they have the right to know. Communicate with them. Afterall I feel that only when there's dual understanding from each other, can work be done efficiently la. If not, pass it on to someone else more capable to do lor. Simple. Some times, we DO need a break la.

After going back camp for the past 2 days in the morning, I fully understand how dumb some people can be. Telling us there's rehearsal for the upcoming parade. In the end? Don't have. Went for this ORD talk, bottomline? Told us what he just said can all be found online. Fucking stupid la. Ass for brain ah? I think even my ass can think better than them. Total waste of time. All the bullshit about modernization.

Just let me finish my studies soon and start working? Then I can at least start paying taxes to support these poor souls la. Cos that's the only job they can do la. Don't wana see the innocent kids suffer if their parent is out of job.

And, I think I'm gonna have a personal crisis coming soon. Don't ask me what it is la. I'm kinda prepared le la.

A lot of bitching n moaning. Can't help it. Bottled too much le. And it is not helping at all.

Don't worry, I'll be fine.

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Valentine's Day

Hey people! It is the last hour of Valentine's Day as I blog this post.

I'm sure those of u with a better half have enjoyed yourselves thoroughly? *I sure hope u guys did*

And singles out there, don't feel sad or what. Just bask in the love that's in the air. :P

Actually there's a lot on my mind tonight. But I don't know where and what to start.

Have you ever been jealous? Jealous of all the things that are around you? All the things that u wish u were, u had or ever had; but never did? Well.. I had, have, will continue to have.. *don't get me wrong, I'm not referring to the fact that I'm still single.*

Have u ever been disappointed? I received my O'Levels results 4 years back. Well, I wasn't expecting to do very well. And I did not do well. The feeling of 'u know u improved, but its still below expectation' is very 辛酸? Hmm. I cannot find a suitable word for it la. I think at my A's, my results sort of cancel itself out. But the D is a blemish nonetheless. Haiz..

Have u ever been upset by how cruel the reality and life can be? Well, too many for me to list down la. So......

Some times, I feel so empty. Both inside and outside. Zzzz

You can close your eyes to reality but not to memories

All nonsense la above. *bleah* Don't know what I'm talking about also. To all my single friends out there, try to find some1 to share the love? Get hitched ok?

*P.s. to my friend of more than 10 years, I think the tin is nice. And I have not eaten the chocolates yet. At least not now. :P*

Monday, February 13, 2006

Tests Tests Tests...

I was bored and not slpy yet. So i took some tests.













BROWNIE BATTER!

You scored 81% SWEET, 66% CHUNKY, and 55% UNIQUE!

brownie batter ice cream with a rich brownie batter swirl


Mmmm....you are a very sweet mix indeed! You are warm, loving, and
caring to all those around you, but you're not boring in the least! You
have a wild streak and a creative, unique streak, too. You are a great
friend, an interesting person, and you know how to have fun without
ending up crouching over a toilet bowl. Nice!
















My test tracked 3 variables How you compared to other people your age and gender:
free online datingfree online dating
You scored higher than 76% on SWEET
free online datingfree online dating
You scored higher than 46% on CHUNKY
free online datingfree online dating
You scored higher than 17% on UNIQUE




Link: The Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Flavor Test written by weered1 on Ok Cupid, home of the 32-Type Dating Test


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The Slow Dancer
Deliberate Gentle Love Dreamer (DGLDm)

Steady, reliable, and cradling her tenderly. Take a deep breath, and let it out real easy...you are The Slow Dancer.

Your focus is love, not sex, and for your age, you have average experience. But you're a great, thoughtful guy, and your love life improves every year. There's also a powerful elimination process working in your favor: most Playboy types get stuck raising unwanted kids before you even begin settling down. The women left over will be hot and yours. Your ideal woman is someone intimate, intelligent, and very supportive.

Your exact opposite:
The Hornivore

Random Brutal Sex Master
While you're not exactly the life of the party, you do thrive in small groups of smart people. Your circle of friends is extra tight and it's HIGHLY likely they're just like you. You appreciate symmetry in relationships.




ALWAYS AVOID: The Battleaxe

CONSIDER: The Maid of Honor or The Sonnet


Link: The 32-Type Dating Test by OkCupid - Free Online Dating.
My profile name: sid_shark31


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Hah.. I took more than the 2 tests posted la. The other test results are more for personal reference lor. Heh..

Tired.

Ran for 2 days in a row. Sleep for 2 days in a row after run.

Legs very tired now. Really very long never run le. Feeling fat. LOL..

Valentine's Day is coming people. (",)

Friday, February 10, 2006

Something Different.

Meet up with ZF and YH at Bugis this morning and headed to Bras Basah Complex. Headed straight to Art Friend. Had to buy the thingys that we lacked for the sand model in Thailand in March. Spent some time there browsing through all the barang barang. Getting all we need, paid for it den headed to Popular next door. Gotten stationary as well.

Our hungry stomachs were protesting very hard for skipping breakfast. No choice, headed down to Marina Square for lunch. Actually wana lunch at Billy Bombers. But guess what? The sector of the shopping centre near City Link Mall was blacked out. So funny seeing the other half brightly lit. Left our contact number and went to GV to get our tickets for the show, I Not Stupid Too.. Timing was at 3.50pm. Gosh! That's like a good 3hrs before the show. We settled for lunch at Kenny Rogers instead. A very bright place with all the light. Not to mention, the staff serves you. Inclusive of a 10% service charge ppl.. :P

Saw this LAN shop beside the bowling alley. Since we had like 2hrs of free time before the movie, LAN we played. Went for the movie after that lor.

For the movie, well, all I can say is that the topics discussed are all very real lor. In the sense that they are all that is happening around us. And it may have happened to you are me or people around us. Contrary to what someone else told me, not too bad la for a local production. Catch it you u ppl want.

Thursday, February 09, 2006

Another day wasted.

Guess what? I received this call from some1 back camp at 3.42am this morning. A time when most of us in soundly asleep. Upon seeing his number, I knew sth much be wrong and I was right. I kinda ignored his call, switch my phone to silent and cont' to slp. He called again. Several times. Asked some1 else to call, sms me but to no avail. Hear no evil when I sleep.

Appeared that the orders were out super early in the pre dawn hours. Therefore we were expected to start doing the sand model le. Luckily I did no pay any notice to him. Cos he will make me book in asap after I received the call. Can u believe it? Me booking in at 4am?! WTF?! I am still able to make sound decision despite my brain sleeping. Well, in fact, I think anyone in my shoes will make the same decision la.

Well, waking up at 5+ later, I saw his other msg, telling me everything must be rdy by ard noon time. All in all, I had like ard 8 miss calls. I replied a simple, "OK, on my way back soon." Arriving back camp, the ppl there had already got work underway for the sand model. Will not elaborate much la. F.Y.I. doing sand model is shag la. A lot of work. And have to deal with the other ppl. *refer to my previous post u know liao.*

Do until a bit pissed off today also. But not as bad as the Monday de la. Cos we did not stay for the comments *even if there were any*. We did our job, passable, and f off le. I think I cannot fault the few people for making us feel this way la. Its the entire hq. All I feel, is simply good nuff to replace the previous de. They don't have the quality, still wana act very zhai, try out all the stupid things that wastes all our time. Maybe their predecessors were simply too outstanding la. Or simply perhaps, its juz prejudice on my part, which I highly doubt. If I'm alone feeling like that, it's me. But when everyone's also feeling like that, hmmm...

Ok so now I'm back home. Hopefully I don't have to go back till next Thurs morning lor. Going shopping for the short for materials tmr.

Perhaps I'm slping soon also. Disturbed sleep made me very tired.

Oh, and I've got to make fillings for my teeth. That explains the pain. LOL... Will get it done soon. Nitez peeps.

Wednesday, February 08, 2006

Nothing much.

Went back camp on Sun. Had to help out with a 'little' something on Mon. Well, turned out, as expected, the something took us till 11pm to finish. Some more it was elsewhere from camp. Hmm.. All the expectations on leaving early was dashed. We were all very pissed.

In between, there were some very very last minute tasking to us. No time to even have dinner. Tired minds+hungry stomach=Fu*ked up. The 'constructive' comments that we got did nothing to help our already foul and tired minds. He was like talking to himself. We could hardly give a damn about him. Given anyone else in the battalion, I highly doubt they will accomplish what we did back there. I believe our previous results speak for itself. So, grow up will u? Don't be like a little kid sulking over how u lost to us back last yr. It is not very nice to bear grudges over the new year. You lost, take it like a man. Start fresh. Don't try to pick the bone from the egg la.

It is always easy using your mouth when u are the superior. Cos that what is what u are supposed to do. Task your workers to get the job done. Sloughing guts out is never, and never will be, your part. U? Act stress up and busy once in a while. But always relax, sit back and enjoy the show. Don't ever forget to claim your due credits! Otherwise, do not hesitate to give your subordinates an excellent piece of your mind. Sarcasms are STRONGLY welcome!!!

So, F off la...

Want us to do a better job, either u compromise, or get someone else. Since the latter seems impossible, so I advise u ppl, suck it up. OK? Like what u guys tend to tell us. Coz I think there is like nothing u can do about it. The war still has to go on. The evaluation still gotta continue.

Got another 1 on Thurs. We will see what happen. I couldn't care less what happen also. Not my war anyway.

Have a dental checkup at a camp a few bus stops from mine. WTF?? So darn far sia. Sian. Meeting them for lunch at TM b4 heading down.

Supposed to be a short post. But I let loose so much, erm, F ish lanuguage. Pardon me? :P

Nitez.

Saturday, February 04, 2006

Chingay Preview.

A very long post. Be patient for photos to load.

3rd Feb 2006. Departing from Jurong, made my way to City Hall. Picked up something from City Link Mall. Went to Orchard after that. Was in town to catch the Chingay 2006 Preview. Met up at Tangs and walked down to Centerpoint. The entrance was at Orchard Point. As we were early, sat down at Coffeebean and talked a bit. Had a Pure Vanilla Ice Blended. It's been like so long since I had Coffeebean since switching to Starbucks.

Well, was 'entertained' by the pre-parade performers. Not to mention, the very female host, who is very "proficient" in her Mandarin. And she was like supposed to be the Mandarin host for the event, at least for our sector of seats. I think my sister can speak better than her.

Ok now, will let some of the photos that I took do the talking. Not all the performers were featured la. Only posted the interesting ones.

Motivators getting their final briefing.

The empty Orchard Rd.

The not-too-bad pre-parade pipe band performance.

As u can see, we waited from light till dark and the parade has not even started! So darn draggy! We were grumbling why the pre-parade segment was so lousy. Waited till coming to 9pm, before the actual parade.

The Police band kick started the actual parade.

They were formed up in the background.

At Form Up Point, the performers were making the final prep for the evening.

Dogs of all kinds.

The 1st float out, the giant doggy to usher in the new year!

Cute doggys!

Giant flags were next. Some close calls witht the overhead cable and trees.

Our friends from Zhejiang, China.

Together with the support of Gim Tim Group of Restaurants.

School performers were next. RJC was the first. Colourful floats, colourful dancers.

RJC.

Always The Real Thing!

Pink Dancers.

More dancers.

NUS was next. 1st time participation from them. *If I remember correctly.* 40 performers from Sheares Hall. Shared some interesting opinions while watching these under grads. *If u are are reading this, I think u remember what I said about them. LOL* Nonetheless, here goes..

NUS.

The side of the float read 'MID WAY FAIR'.

STB tagged along NUS with its Uniquely Singapore.

After NUS, the University of Tai Nan, Taiwan, was up. Bringing to us, the ancient martial arts performance.

University of Tai-nan, Taiwan

Their uniform for the night.

So garang.

VJC followed closely behind. Well, VJ is good for their cheers and school spirit thingy la, wished that they were the motivators instead. At least I feel that they will be more fang4 de2 kai1 to bring up the atmosphere.

Drummers in action.

Stunts on the ladder.

Friends from Ireland was next. Looked really cute and interesting!

Big heads! Can u spot the small head below?

Hockey anyone?

Some misc. photos.

Dance your way to good health with Eu Yan Seng TCM.

Dance Horizon Troupe

Dancers on wheels.

The look-like-shit man! LOL

The Singapore Zoologial Gardens had some interesting diaplays as well.

The Zoo.

Bear and Giraffe.

More animals.

The Jurong Bird Park. *not wanting to lose out I guess.*

The finale of the entire thingy was the 500 strong dragon dance performance. Was make possible by people from all races and overseas performers. Dragons were everywhere! A nice cap to the fantastic displays we were treated to.

Ushering in the 'king' dragon are the little dragons by the side.

The majestic finale to Chingay 2006.

So, the evening ended with the dragon dance, but the night was not over yet. There's still time for supper!! Making our way from Orchard, we took a bus down to Casuarina for prata. Caught the last bus down. Upon arrival, placed our orders and waited. What took us by surprise was how early they close! Slightly after 12mn, they started clearing up and people were leaving! Our food arrived and we finished up hastily. *mental note: head elsewhere for late night prata*

So we kinda finished our food and moved on. Moved on to where u may ask? Hmm.. Skip this part. LOL..

Arrived home at ard 2am. Washed up, sleep. As I am writing these, my body is aching from the ice skating yesterday. LOL...