Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window. The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back.
The men talked for hours on end. They spoke of their wives and families, their homes, their jobs, their involvement in the military service, where they had been on vacation.
Every afternoon when the man in the bed by the window could sit up, he would pass the time by describing to his roommate all the things he could see outside the window. The man in the other bed began to live for those one hour periods where his world would be broadened and enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside.
The window overlooked a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color and a fine view of the city skyline could be seen in the distance.
As the man by the window described all this in exquisite detail, the man on the other side of the room would close his eyes and imagi ne the picturesque scene. One warm afternoon the man by the window described a parade passing by.
Although the other man couldn't hear the band - he could see it. In his mind's eye as the gentleman by the window portrayed it with descriptive words. Days and weeks passed.
One morning, the day nurse arrived to bring water for their baths only to find the lifeless body of the man by the window, who had died peacefully in his sleep. She was saddened and called the hospital attendants to take the body away.
As soon as it seemed appropriate, the other man asked if he could be moved next to the window. The nurse was happy to make the switch, and after making sure he was comfortable, she left him alone.
Slowly, painfully, he propped himself up on one elbow to take his first look at the real world outside. He strained to slowly turn to look out the window beside the bed. It faced a blank wall. The man asked the nurse what could have compelled his deceased roommate who had described such wonderful things outside this window.
The nurse responded that the man was blind and could not even see the wall. She said, 'Perhaps he just wanted to encourage you.'
Epilogue: There is tremendous happiness in making others happy, despite our own situations. Shared grief is half the sorrow, but happiness when shared, is doubled. If you want to feel rich, just count all the things you have that money can' t buy.
Wednesday, December 26
Tuesday, December 18
Drop in call bookings as higher taxi fares kick in
By Wong Mun Wai, Channel NewsAsia
Singapore's largest taxi operator, ComfortDelGro, has seen a drop in call bookings during the morning peak hours, largely due to the higher taxi fares which kicked in on Monday. However, the company has described this as an expected knee-jerk reaction.
The higher fares hit commuters the hardest during the peak hours. Commuters like Benson An, who takes the taxi almost four times a week from home to work said that the higher fares will add another 10 per cent to his transport expenses. Thus, he said that he would try to reduce his cab trips by at least 50 per cent and turn to buses or the MRT when he travels.
With more commuters opting for an alternative mode of transport, ComfortDelgro revealed that a decrease of 20 per cent in call bookings was recorded on Monday morning, compared to last Monday. The higher fees have also affected other taxi operators. Singapore's second-largest taxi operator, SMRT, which has yet to increase its fares, has also reported a drop in call bookings. It received 200 fewer calls between 7am and 9am, compared to last Monday.
Among the changes announced by ComfortDelgro was the reduction of peak hour booking fees from S$4 to S$3.50 in order to encourage more call bookings. During off-peak hours, flagging down a Comfort taxi will now cost commuters some 10 per cent more. Meanwhile, those travelling during peak hours will now pay between 18 and 49 per cent higher. Also, instead of a S$2 flat rate for the morning and evening peak hour surcharge, it has been revised to 35 per cent of the metered fare.
While some taxi drivers wonder if passengers will still take cabs like before, one cabbie predicted that he could possibly earn S$50 more a day. Meanwhile, others said it was too early to expect a rise in earnings and will only be able to tell if they are making profits or losses after three days to a week. Other taxi companies that will be raising their fares by Christmas are SMRT, Trans-cab, Premier and SMART Cab. - CNA/vm
It was raining cats and dogs yesterday so I had to take a cab from Phillip Street to Woodslands Drive 60. Started waiting for a at 4.30 pm cos I had to be in Woodlands by 5.15 pm. By 4.50 pm, no cabs came so I started calling. All lines were engaged and as for the only one I could get through (SMART cab), no cabs responded.
At that time, a Comfort cab came so I boarded. By the time I got to Woodlands, my cab fare was $28.40!!!! ^%$^$^#%$
I never thought I had to pay so much was cab! I have never in my life paid so much!
Break down of the cab fare:
Fare Charge: $18.80
CBD Charge: $3
Peak Hour: $6.60 (that's the 35%)
Verdict: I am so not going to take a cab during peak hours unless my life depends on it! @^%@^%$#
Singapore's largest taxi operator, ComfortDelGro, has seen a drop in call bookings during the morning peak hours, largely due to the higher taxi fares which kicked in on Monday. However, the company has described this as an expected knee-jerk reaction.
The higher fares hit commuters the hardest during the peak hours. Commuters like Benson An, who takes the taxi almost four times a week from home to work said that the higher fares will add another 10 per cent to his transport expenses. Thus, he said that he would try to reduce his cab trips by at least 50 per cent and turn to buses or the MRT when he travels.
With more commuters opting for an alternative mode of transport, ComfortDelgro revealed that a decrease of 20 per cent in call bookings was recorded on Monday morning, compared to last Monday. The higher fees have also affected other taxi operators. Singapore's second-largest taxi operator, SMRT, which has yet to increase its fares, has also reported a drop in call bookings. It received 200 fewer calls between 7am and 9am, compared to last Monday.
Among the changes announced by ComfortDelgro was the reduction of peak hour booking fees from S$4 to S$3.50 in order to encourage more call bookings. During off-peak hours, flagging down a Comfort taxi will now cost commuters some 10 per cent more. Meanwhile, those travelling during peak hours will now pay between 18 and 49 per cent higher. Also, instead of a S$2 flat rate for the morning and evening peak hour surcharge, it has been revised to 35 per cent of the metered fare.
While some taxi drivers wonder if passengers will still take cabs like before, one cabbie predicted that he could possibly earn S$50 more a day. Meanwhile, others said it was too early to expect a rise in earnings and will only be able to tell if they are making profits or losses after three days to a week. Other taxi companies that will be raising their fares by Christmas are SMRT, Trans-cab, Premier and SMART Cab. - CNA/vm
It was raining cats and dogs yesterday so I had to take a cab from Phillip Street to Woodslands Drive 60. Started waiting for a at 4.30 pm cos I had to be in Woodlands by 5.15 pm. By 4.50 pm, no cabs came so I started calling. All lines were engaged and as for the only one I could get through (SMART cab), no cabs responded.
At that time, a Comfort cab came so I boarded. By the time I got to Woodlands, my cab fare was $28.40!!!! ^%$^$^#%$
I never thought I had to pay so much was cab! I have never in my life paid so much!
Break down of the cab fare:
Fare Charge: $18.80
CBD Charge: $3
Peak Hour: $6.60 (that's the 35%)
Verdict: I am so not going to take a cab during peak hours unless my life depends on it! @^%@^%$#
Lessons in Logic
If your father is a poor man, it is your fate
But, if your father-in-law is a poor man, it's your stupidity.
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I was born intelligent - education ruined me.
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Practice makes perfect..... But nobody's perfect.....
So why practice?
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If it's true that we are here to help others,
then what exactly are the others here for?
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Since light travels faster than sound,
people appear bright until you hear them speak.
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How come 'abbreviated' is such a long word?
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Money is not everything.
There's Mastercard & Visa.
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One should love animals. They are so tasty.
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Behind every successful man, there is a woman
And behind every unsuccessful man, there are two.
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Every man should marry.
After all, happiness is not the only thing in life.
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The wise never marry.
And when they marry they become otherwise.
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Success is a relative term.
It brings so many relatives.
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Never put off the work till tomorrow what you can put off today.
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'Your future depends on your dreams'
So go to sleep!
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There should be a better way to start a day
Than waking up every morning
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'Hard work never killed anybody'
But why take the risk?
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'Work fascinates me'
I can look at it for hours
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God made relatives;
Thank God we can choose our friends.
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The more you learn, the more you know.
The more you know, the more you forget.
The more you forget, the less you know.
So... why learn?
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A bus station is where a bus stops.
A train station is where a train stops.
On my desk, I have a work station....
what more can I say........
But, if your father-in-law is a poor man, it's your stupidity.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
I was born intelligent - education ruined me.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Practice makes perfect..... But nobody's perfect.....
So why practice?
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
If it's true that we are here to help others,
then what exactly are the others here for?
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Since light travels faster than sound,
people appear bright until you hear them speak.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
How come 'abbreviated' is such a long word?
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Money is not everything.
There's Mastercard & Visa.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
One should love animals. They are so tasty.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Behind every successful man, there is a woman
And behind every unsuccessful man, there are two.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Every man should marry.
After all, happiness is not the only thing in life.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
The wise never marry.
And when they marry they become otherwise.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Success is a relative term.
It brings so many relatives.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
Never put off the work till tomorrow what you can put off today.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
'Your future depends on your dreams'
So go to sleep!
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
There should be a better way to start a day
Than waking up every morning
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
'Hard work never killed anybody'
But why take the risk?
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
'Work fascinates me'
I can look at it for hours
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
God made relatives;
Thank God we can choose our friends.
............ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .....
The more you learn, the more you know.
The more you know, the more you forget.
The more you forget, the less you know.
So... why learn?
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A bus station is where a bus stops.
A train station is where a train stops.
On my desk, I have a work station....
what more can I say........
Thursday, December 13
7 year itch?
I've heard of 7 year itch in marriages but 7 year itch in teaching?
I'm experiencing that right now where after 7 years, I kinda dunno what I want out of my career. I've tried the leadership track where I've covered HOD duties for the last 2 years. Frankly, I gotta admit I like the challenge of the work... appeals to the control freak in me. But it's very tiring and sometimes, I'm not too sure if it's all worth it. My health has also suffered as a result of the stress and I've been advised by my doctors (note the plural use!) to watch it and take it easy. They have been nagging at me for the last 2 years!
Lately, seeing my friend and mentor end up in hospital due to a recurring tumour has really put a wake-up call to the advice I've previously taken for granted. I'm really thinking about this very carefully as I really dun hope to have the stress act up strangely in my body, causing cancers or heart diseases.
Maybe it's time to really think about my Plan B in teaching aka teaching English overseas. I've dreamt of it for 7 years and maybe it's time to consider it as a real option?
I've been searching and it seems like Korea comes highly recommended. Maybe it great for the Korean Drama freak in me! Haha....
Must mull and stew over this carefully with much prayers! Plus, I have to clear my exams this time round so I can graduate first... otherwise, it's still poofs of dreams...
I'm experiencing that right now where after 7 years, I kinda dunno what I want out of my career. I've tried the leadership track where I've covered HOD duties for the last 2 years. Frankly, I gotta admit I like the challenge of the work... appeals to the control freak in me. But it's very tiring and sometimes, I'm not too sure if it's all worth it. My health has also suffered as a result of the stress and I've been advised by my doctors (note the plural use!) to watch it and take it easy. They have been nagging at me for the last 2 years!
Lately, seeing my friend and mentor end up in hospital due to a recurring tumour has really put a wake-up call to the advice I've previously taken for granted. I'm really thinking about this very carefully as I really dun hope to have the stress act up strangely in my body, causing cancers or heart diseases.
Maybe it's time to really think about my Plan B in teaching aka teaching English overseas. I've dreamt of it for 7 years and maybe it's time to consider it as a real option?
I've been searching and it seems like Korea comes highly recommended. Maybe it great for the Korean Drama freak in me! Haha....
Must mull and stew over this carefully with much prayers! Plus, I have to clear my exams this time round so I can graduate first... otherwise, it's still poofs of dreams...
Saturday, December 8
Interesting words of wisdom! For the men out there... enjoy!
When a man steals your wife, there is no better revenge than to let him keep her.
David Bissonette
After marriage, husband and wife become two sides of a coin; they just can't face each other, but still they stay together.
Sacha Guitry
By all means, marry. If you get a good wife, you'll be happy. If you get a bad one, you'll become a philosopher.
Socrates
Woman inspires us to great things, and prevents us from achieving them.
Anonymous (must be from a man! kekee...)
The great question... which I have not been able to answer... is, "What does a woman want?
Dumas
I had some words with my wife, and she had some paragraphs with me.
Sigmund Freud
Some people ask the secret of our long marriage. We take time to go to a restaurant two times a week. A little candlelight, dinner, soft music and dancing. She goes Tuesdays, I go Fridays.
Anonymous
There's a way of transferring funds that is even faster than electronic banking. It's called marriage.
Sam Kinison
I've had bad luck with both my wives. The first one left me, and the second one didn't.
James Holt McGavran
Two secrets to keep your marriage brimming:
1. Whenever you're wrong, admit it.
2. Whenever you're right, shut up.
Patrick Murray
The most effective way to remember your wife's birthday is to forget it once...
Nash
You know what I did before I married? Anything I wanted to.
Anonymous
My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met.
Henny Youngman
A good wife always forgives her husband when she's wrong.
Rodney Dangerfield
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds: "Wife wanted".
Next day, he received a hundred letters.
They all said the same thing: "You can have mine."
First Guy (proudly): "My wife's an angel!"
Second Guy: "You're lucky, mine's still alive."
David Bissonette
After marriage, husband and wife become two sides of a coin; they just can't face each other, but still they stay together.
Sacha Guitry
By all means, marry. If you get a good wife, you'll be happy. If you get a bad one, you'll become a philosopher.
Socrates
Woman inspires us to great things, and prevents us from achieving them.
Anonymous (must be from a man! kekee...)
The great question... which I have not been able to answer... is, "What does a woman want?
Dumas
I had some words with my wife, and she had some paragraphs with me.
Sigmund Freud
Some people ask the secret of our long marriage. We take time to go to a restaurant two times a week. A little candlelight, dinner, soft music and dancing. She goes Tuesdays, I go Fridays.
Anonymous
There's a way of transferring funds that is even faster than electronic banking. It's called marriage.
Sam Kinison
I've had bad luck with both my wives. The first one left me, and the second one didn't.
James Holt McGavran
Two secrets to keep your marriage brimming:
1. Whenever you're wrong, admit it.
2. Whenever you're right, shut up.
Patrick Murray
The most effective way to remember your wife's birthday is to forget it once...
Nash
You know what I did before I married? Anything I wanted to.
Anonymous
My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met.
Henny Youngman
A good wife always forgives her husband when she's wrong.
Rodney Dangerfield
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds: "Wife wanted".
Next day, he received a hundred letters.
They all said the same thing: "You can have mine."
First Guy (proudly): "My wife's an angel!"
Second Guy: "You're lucky, mine's still alive."
Thursday, December 6
I just realised the depth of my OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)! I just survive 24 hours without sleep just to complete my Korean Drama, Seo Dong Yo or Ballad of Seo Dong. I'm a real sucker for romantic drama... especially the epic ones.
The lead characters!
Synopsis of the story! Compliments of http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Ballad_Of_Suh_Dong
The SBS drama "Sodongyo", translated as "Sodong's Song", has much in common with "Jewel in the Palace". Both deal with similar themes: a success story of a lower class person rising to the top, a love that transcends social position, a secret of birth and a rivalry between main characters.
However, whereas "Jewel" is set in the Choson Kingdom (1392-1910), "Sodongyo" takes place in the Paekche Kingdom (18 B.C. - A.D 660), a first for a TV drama. Aside from the romance between a princess and a commoner, an interesting part of the drama is that it focuses on a fierce technology war almost 1,500 years ago.
The protagonist is Sodong, a commoner who strives to become a top technician. Sodong later became King Mu, the 30th king of Paekche as he was finally recognized as of royal birth.
The main background of the drama is Taehaksa, Paekche's prestigious institute of science technology. As it possessed and developed the most up-to-date technology at that time, the institute was always in danger of industrial espionage from other countries like the Koguryo Kingdom and the Silla Kingdom.
"The 21st century is an era of information technology. The viewers will be able to see not only the splendidly rich culture of the Paekche Kingdom but also their ancestors' passion for information technology, which is in line with today's trend", said the drama's writer Kim.
The drama also reveals the role of monks as industrial spies at that time, an aspect of monks in the past that is rarely focused 0n.
"Monks were the advance guards of intelligence war at that time. The leaders of the three countries made the best use of the monks' mobility as they were allowed to move freely from country to country on sacred missions", said Kim.
The drama also features a character who was originally from the Silla Kingdom (57 B.C. - A.D 935) but went over to Paekche as a child and smuggled himself into Taehaksa, concentrating on secretly getting out high-quality information over a long time.
Various agricultural technologies considered the most up-to-date at that time also appear in the drama.
In some episodes, to solve the problems of excessive dryness of the land, they released earthworms, and used ondol (hot floor) for the first time to decrease the humidity of homes.
"Sodongyo" is said to be one of Korea's oldest folk songs. According to Samgukyusa (The Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms) from the Silla Kingdom, the song was written by Sodong, a commoner from the Paekche Kingdom. Hearing that Princess Sonhwa, a daughter of King Chinpyong of the Silla Kingdom was beautiful, he writes a song saying that the princess visits Sodong's room every night and spreads the song around. When her father hears the song, he condemns the princess to exile. Sodong picks her up and takes her to Paekche, and they become the royal couple of the country.
The lead characters!Synopsis of the story! Compliments of http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Ballad_Of_Suh_Dong
The SBS drama "Sodongyo", translated as "Sodong's Song", has much in common with "Jewel in the Palace". Both deal with similar themes: a success story of a lower class person rising to the top, a love that transcends social position, a secret of birth and a rivalry between main characters.
However, whereas "Jewel" is set in the Choson Kingdom (1392-1910), "Sodongyo" takes place in the Paekche Kingdom (18 B.C. - A.D 660), a first for a TV drama. Aside from the romance between a princess and a commoner, an interesting part of the drama is that it focuses on a fierce technology war almost 1,500 years ago.
The protagonist is Sodong, a commoner who strives to become a top technician. Sodong later became King Mu, the 30th king of Paekche as he was finally recognized as of royal birth.
The main background of the drama is Taehaksa, Paekche's prestigious institute of science technology. As it possessed and developed the most up-to-date technology at that time, the institute was always in danger of industrial espionage from other countries like the Koguryo Kingdom and the Silla Kingdom.
"The 21st century is an era of information technology. The viewers will be able to see not only the splendidly rich culture of the Paekche Kingdom but also their ancestors' passion for information technology, which is in line with today's trend", said the drama's writer Kim.
The drama also reveals the role of monks as industrial spies at that time, an aspect of monks in the past that is rarely focused 0n.
"Monks were the advance guards of intelligence war at that time. The leaders of the three countries made the best use of the monks' mobility as they were allowed to move freely from country to country on sacred missions", said Kim.
The drama also features a character who was originally from the Silla Kingdom (57 B.C. - A.D 935) but went over to Paekche as a child and smuggled himself into Taehaksa, concentrating on secretly getting out high-quality information over a long time.
Various agricultural technologies considered the most up-to-date at that time also appear in the drama.
In some episodes, to solve the problems of excessive dryness of the land, they released earthworms, and used ondol (hot floor) for the first time to decrease the humidity of homes.
"Sodongyo" is said to be one of Korea's oldest folk songs. According to Samgukyusa (The Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms) from the Silla Kingdom, the song was written by Sodong, a commoner from the Paekche Kingdom. Hearing that Princess Sonhwa, a daughter of King Chinpyong of the Silla Kingdom was beautiful, he writes a song saying that the princess visits Sodong's room every night and spreads the song around. When her father hears the song, he condemns the princess to exile. Sodong picks her up and takes her to Paekche, and they become the royal couple of the country.
Monday, November 26
Yesterday was a day for sad news...
1) My England trip is cancelled because my poor friend is back in the hospital. She is undergoing surgery now. I hope she pulls through and God will annoint the surgeons with the skill to remove as much of the tumour as possible.
2) My back is in pain due to the strain from packing. Had to miss cell group, church and a colleague's wedding and spent my sunday lying in bed... what a bummer!
3) Depressing news... 5 Dragon boaters died in Cambodia. It's sad to see lives lost at their prime... I teared when I saw their bodies fished out of the river. That was the same river I travelled in almost 6 months ago. The only consolation was they died doing what they loved best... still, it's always sad to see young lives being lost...
2) My back is in pain due to the strain from packing. Had to miss cell group, church and a colleague's wedding and spent my sunday lying in bed... what a bummer!
3) Depressing news... 5 Dragon boaters died in Cambodia. It's sad to see lives lost at their prime... I teared when I saw their bodies fished out of the river. That was the same river I travelled in almost 6 months ago. The only consolation was they died doing what they loved best... still, it's always sad to see young lives being lost...
Sunday, November 18
Last weeks in school
My last week at school was complete madness...
Mon and Tues:
I was frantically preparing for my exams... last minute, as usual... It was so hectic studying last minute and trying to cramp everything till my mind was ready to explode...
Finally, when Tues came, I was so stressed that I could not study. I threw in the towel at 3.30pm and headed off to Holland V for some destress time. When I reached the exam venue, I was so nervous that I was shaking and the butterflies were literally flying out of my mouth... haha...
It might seem strange that I should be nervous after so many exams but I was really scared... I was afraid that I would not feel suficiently prepared. Before I began my paper, I prayed...
Lo and Behold, God really blessed me with wisdom to complete the paper. I was so relieved that I was able to answer the 4 questions which I selected. I'm not sure what kinda grades I would get but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I'll pass...
If I pass, by God's grace, I would have finally graduated... no more studying... until I decide to begin my Master's.
Wed:
Mad rehearsal run in the morning, followed by me packing off to NUS's University Cultural Centre to prepare the logistics for our end of year musical. I was frezzing my butt off in the cold cold hall, while waiting for the man to set up the lights. After that, I had to lay out set.
Afternoon, when the kids arrived, it was mad rehearsal time. Mic test for 12 wireless mics, light and sound run, costume change run etc. By the time everything was over, it was 9 pm. I had to send the kiddos back to school. Luckily, my v kind colleague, Gabriel, got his father to drop me home. This helped to preserve some energy for Thurs.
Thurs:
Day of the actual end of year musical. I was so stressed that I slept v little. I went to bed at 3 am and got up at 5.30am. Went into school early and started work. When we reached UCC at 9 am, it was costume change and another round of lights and sound test. After that, we broke off for lunch and rest.
After lunch, it was time to get the kids dressed, ready etc and final peptalk before they appear on stage. When they performed, I cried backstage cos I was so proud of each and everyone of them. I felt like the expectant mom who has just completed her labour!
It was a pregnancy journey of sorts... the preparation, liaising with vendor and trainer, buying costumes, sewing costumes... I was the producer and part-director (along with my trainer, Faith, and Gabriel). I was really fearful before this cos to me, this was the year where the pupils were so unprepared. The kids were not disciplined and the harder we pushed them, the more they fell apart. I had v little confidence. But I must say, they proved me wrong. They rose to the occasion when it was needed the most (performance afternoon!).
Just when I thought I had loaded the lorry, sent things back to school and return the panels we loaned, the lorry had to break down... at the left lane, at a one way street junction... real bummer... Luckily, there was road closure so the police were able to help us direct the traffic as well while my collegue went to buy diesel. After that, the battery was too weak to pump the fuel so we had to call for the tow truck.
By the time everything was finished and we got back to school, it was already 9.15 pm. By the time I had my dinner, it was 10.30 pm - the latest time I ever had dinner.
Fri:
The most nostalgic day for my school - our closing ceremony. I started the day by making my children help me to clean the class. Then, we had prize giving day followed by class party. I was so tired that I ordered cheeseburger happy meal for all the kids and made them sit down with me to eat.
After that, we had the closing ceremony. When we sung the school song for the last time and folded the flag, I couldn't stop crying... Afterall, it was my second home for the last 4 and the half years... The funniest thing, I never wanted to be here in the first place. I was gearing up for a famous school so I could be proud to say I was teaching there... so shallow rite? Haha...
But in my last 4 and the half years, I realised that God had a purpose for me in my school. It was a school where the children really needed the teacher. The teacher was more than the one who taught them academic subjects, we were their surrogate of sorts. In extreme cases, I have told parents off as they have neglected their children.
My joys.... when my children improve their scores, behave well etc. My class is not a class where pass grades could be possible. By taking their marks and checking for progress, each child would be able to see their improvement and be motivated to studying harder.
Well... everything is in God's hands!
Mon and Tues:
I was frantically preparing for my exams... last minute, as usual... It was so hectic studying last minute and trying to cramp everything till my mind was ready to explode...
Finally, when Tues came, I was so stressed that I could not study. I threw in the towel at 3.30pm and headed off to Holland V for some destress time. When I reached the exam venue, I was so nervous that I was shaking and the butterflies were literally flying out of my mouth... haha...
It might seem strange that I should be nervous after so many exams but I was really scared... I was afraid that I would not feel suficiently prepared. Before I began my paper, I prayed...
Lo and Behold, God really blessed me with wisdom to complete the paper. I was so relieved that I was able to answer the 4 questions which I selected. I'm not sure what kinda grades I would get but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I'll pass...
If I pass, by God's grace, I would have finally graduated... no more studying... until I decide to begin my Master's.
Wed:
Mad rehearsal run in the morning, followed by me packing off to NUS's University Cultural Centre to prepare the logistics for our end of year musical. I was frezzing my butt off in the cold cold hall, while waiting for the man to set up the lights. After that, I had to lay out set.
Afternoon, when the kids arrived, it was mad rehearsal time. Mic test for 12 wireless mics, light and sound run, costume change run etc. By the time everything was over, it was 9 pm. I had to send the kiddos back to school. Luckily, my v kind colleague, Gabriel, got his father to drop me home. This helped to preserve some energy for Thurs.
Thurs:
Day of the actual end of year musical. I was so stressed that I slept v little. I went to bed at 3 am and got up at 5.30am. Went into school early and started work. When we reached UCC at 9 am, it was costume change and another round of lights and sound test. After that, we broke off for lunch and rest.
After lunch, it was time to get the kids dressed, ready etc and final peptalk before they appear on stage. When they performed, I cried backstage cos I was so proud of each and everyone of them. I felt like the expectant mom who has just completed her labour!
It was a pregnancy journey of sorts... the preparation, liaising with vendor and trainer, buying costumes, sewing costumes... I was the producer and part-director (along with my trainer, Faith, and Gabriel). I was really fearful before this cos to me, this was the year where the pupils were so unprepared. The kids were not disciplined and the harder we pushed them, the more they fell apart. I had v little confidence. But I must say, they proved me wrong. They rose to the occasion when it was needed the most (performance afternoon!).
Just when I thought I had loaded the lorry, sent things back to school and return the panels we loaned, the lorry had to break down... at the left lane, at a one way street junction... real bummer... Luckily, there was road closure so the police were able to help us direct the traffic as well while my collegue went to buy diesel. After that, the battery was too weak to pump the fuel so we had to call for the tow truck.
By the time everything was finished and we got back to school, it was already 9.15 pm. By the time I had my dinner, it was 10.30 pm - the latest time I ever had dinner.
Fri:
The most nostalgic day for my school - our closing ceremony. I started the day by making my children help me to clean the class. Then, we had prize giving day followed by class party. I was so tired that I ordered cheeseburger happy meal for all the kids and made them sit down with me to eat.
After that, we had the closing ceremony. When we sung the school song for the last time and folded the flag, I couldn't stop crying... Afterall, it was my second home for the last 4 and the half years... The funniest thing, I never wanted to be here in the first place. I was gearing up for a famous school so I could be proud to say I was teaching there... so shallow rite? Haha...
But in my last 4 and the half years, I realised that God had a purpose for me in my school. It was a school where the children really needed the teacher. The teacher was more than the one who taught them academic subjects, we were their surrogate of sorts. In extreme cases, I have told parents off as they have neglected their children.
My joys.... when my children improve their scores, behave well etc. My class is not a class where pass grades could be possible. By taking their marks and checking for progress, each child would be able to see their improvement and be motivated to studying harder.
Well... everything is in God's hands!
Sunday, November 11
A Mayonnaise Jar Story
A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him. When the class began, wordlessly, he picked up a very large & empty mayonnaise jar & proceeded to fill it with golf balls. He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was.
So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles & poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls. He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was.
The professor next picked up a box of sand & poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else. He asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with an unanimous "yes."
The professor then produced two cups of coffee from under the table & poured the entire contents into the jar, effectively filling the empty space between the sand. The students laughed.
"Now," said the professor, as the laughter subsided, "I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things -- your family, your children, your health, your friends, & your favorite passions -- things that if everything else was lost & only they remained, your life would still be full."
"The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job, your house, & your car. The sand is everything else -- the small stuff. "If you put the sand into the jar first," he continued, "there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life."
"If you spend all your time & energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are important to you. Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. Play with your children. Take time to get medical checkups. Take your partner out to dinner. Play another 18. There will always be time to clean the house & fix the disposal. Take care of the golf balls first, the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand."
One of the students raised her hand & inquired what the coffee represented. The professor smiled. "I'm glad you asked. It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem, there's always room for a couple of cups of coffee with a friend."
This is a wonderful story and the timing is kinda timely... in the midst of being sick and flu-bugged... I really had a lot of time to think about a lot of things. There are lots to say about being frustrated. I believe God gives us moments of frustrations so we can really drop everything in life to re-prioritize what's important to us.
After resting the whole of yesterday, I realised that I've spent a lot of time on the "pebbles" and "sand" in my life and missed out the "golf balls".
At least, I am taking steps towards it. I've been spending a lot of time with my mom, with close friends and meeting them up for meals occassionally. I'm also going off to England in December with my close friend and teacher, to spend time with her and her family.
Indeed, where everything fails you in life, it is only your friends and family who will remain by your side, supporting you always. The last thing I want is to regret not spending enough time with them while I still can...
So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles & poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls. He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was.
The professor next picked up a box of sand & poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else. He asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with an unanimous "yes."
The professor then produced two cups of coffee from under the table & poured the entire contents into the jar, effectively filling the empty space between the sand. The students laughed.
"Now," said the professor, as the laughter subsided, "I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things -- your family, your children, your health, your friends, & your favorite passions -- things that if everything else was lost & only they remained, your life would still be full."
"The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job, your house, & your car. The sand is everything else -- the small stuff. "If you put the sand into the jar first," he continued, "there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life."
"If you spend all your time & energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are important to you. Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. Play with your children. Take time to get medical checkups. Take your partner out to dinner. Play another 18. There will always be time to clean the house & fix the disposal. Take care of the golf balls first, the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand."
One of the students raised her hand & inquired what the coffee represented. The professor smiled. "I'm glad you asked. It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem, there's always room for a couple of cups of coffee with a friend."
This is a wonderful story and the timing is kinda timely... in the midst of being sick and flu-bugged... I really had a lot of time to think about a lot of things. There are lots to say about being frustrated. I believe God gives us moments of frustrations so we can really drop everything in life to re-prioritize what's important to us.
After resting the whole of yesterday, I realised that I've spent a lot of time on the "pebbles" and "sand" in my life and missed out the "golf balls".
At least, I am taking steps towards it. I've been spending a lot of time with my mom, with close friends and meeting them up for meals occassionally. I'm also going off to England in December with my close friend and teacher, to spend time with her and her family.
Indeed, where everything fails you in life, it is only your friends and family who will remain by your side, supporting you always. The last thing I want is to regret not spending enough time with them while I still can...
Thursday, November 8
Tis the season for good news!
Good news #1:
Best friend is having a baby gal, as I predicted! I feel so happy for her and I really hope the rest of the pregnancy months and the delivery will be smooth!
Good news #2:
My best buddy at work is getting married! 6 Dec 2008! She going to make a deposit for the ballroom this weekend! I feel so happy for her because she has been with her fiance for so many years and they are finally tying the knot!
In view of such great news, there is hope for me that there's still a special someone out there for me... kekee...
Good news #3:
After weeks of 'ding-donging', my end of the year travel plans are finally confirmed. I'll to off to England from 7 Dec to 17 Dec. I really can't wait to go!
I've always wanted to go but could not afford. I had to dump all money into my studies every semester. Now that I can, all thanks to my connect plan from the government, I am going! I really need a break after so many years of hard work and being holiday deprived... :(
This is my pseudo-graduation trip...considering that I will only know my results on late Dec. The best part of this is:
1) I'll be back in time for Bro's birthday!
2) I met angels who will sponsored accomodations and food for me... all I had to do was to pay for my air fare. Thank God for the blessing!
Good news #4:
I finally cleared all my assignments. Thank God for the favour in my studies and I was able to score well in my assignments. Despite it being a more difficult module, my grades were the highest of all my assignments in the last 4 years.
Now... I must bravely battle the exams next Tuesday. I am believing for a miracle to clear the paper so I can finally graduate!
I feel really blessed to be surrounded with good news... I'm believing in more to come!
Best friend is having a baby gal, as I predicted! I feel so happy for her and I really hope the rest of the pregnancy months and the delivery will be smooth!
Good news #2:
My best buddy at work is getting married! 6 Dec 2008! She going to make a deposit for the ballroom this weekend! I feel so happy for her because she has been with her fiance for so many years and they are finally tying the knot!
In view of such great news, there is hope for me that there's still a special someone out there for me... kekee...
Good news #3:
After weeks of 'ding-donging', my end of the year travel plans are finally confirmed. I'll to off to England from 7 Dec to 17 Dec. I really can't wait to go!
I've always wanted to go but could not afford. I had to dump all money into my studies every semester. Now that I can, all thanks to my connect plan from the government, I am going! I really need a break after so many years of hard work and being holiday deprived... :(
This is my pseudo-graduation trip...considering that I will only know my results on late Dec. The best part of this is:
1) I'll be back in time for Bro's birthday!
2) I met angels who will sponsored accomodations and food for me... all I had to do was to pay for my air fare. Thank God for the blessing!
Good news #4:
I finally cleared all my assignments. Thank God for the favour in my studies and I was able to score well in my assignments. Despite it being a more difficult module, my grades were the highest of all my assignments in the last 4 years.
Now... I must bravely battle the exams next Tuesday. I am believing for a miracle to clear the paper so I can finally graduate!
I feel really blessed to be surrounded with good news... I'm believing in more to come!
Sunday, October 28
I just realised that I haven't blogged in ages... since July to be precise...
My life so far...
Things have been extremely for me. Since I started lessons for my final semester, I haven't had time to continue my driving lessons so it my driving plans have to be put on hold. My studies this semester has been really tough! I barely have time to read my books. Plus the assignments have been tough. I have to read the books, digest the info before I can write. Half the time, I'm struggling cos I lack inspiration to write. Thankfully, by the grace of God, I survived my three assignments and have scored well for both.
Tis the season to be mommies... I have 4 colleagues who are pregnant and one has given birth already. Her little princess, Luvyna, is so cute! My best friend, who got married in June, is also pregnant now! So I'm looking forward to next March for my god-child to arrive. Someone for me to dote on...
Anyway, things are like roller-coaster for me... some good and some bad... just have to be positive and take the good with the bad... When in doubt, pray...
My life so far...
Things have been extremely for me. Since I started lessons for my final semester, I haven't had time to continue my driving lessons so it my driving plans have to be put on hold. My studies this semester has been really tough! I barely have time to read my books. Plus the assignments have been tough. I have to read the books, digest the info before I can write. Half the time, I'm struggling cos I lack inspiration to write. Thankfully, by the grace of God, I survived my three assignments and have scored well for both.
Tis the season to be mommies... I have 4 colleagues who are pregnant and one has given birth already. Her little princess, Luvyna, is so cute! My best friend, who got married in June, is also pregnant now! So I'm looking forward to next March for my god-child to arrive. Someone for me to dote on...
Anyway, things are like roller-coaster for me... some good and some bad... just have to be positive and take the good with the bad... When in doubt, pray...
Tuesday, July 10
Monday, July 9
the azanmig hmuan mnid
I cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy. It dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are. The olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt!
Thursday, July 5
the point about men and women
On my way home today, I was just thinking about gender issues... don't ask why. Strange topics like that just simply pop into my head...
The farnie thing about men and women today is while equality of the sexes is strongly advocated (I am a firm believer of this!), when it comes to relationship matters, most men and women suddenly revert to Neanderthal beliefs.
Issue #1
Most women still expect men to make the first move.
Woe to the gal who has the guts to go up to the man and ask him out. I am not saying then it is wrong for women to make the first move. In fact, I will applaud the gal who does so. You go, gal! I just simply dun believe in it cos it doesn't work for me personally. I have tried this out and got a rejection right in my face. Therefore, I firmly believe men have to make the first move.
Issue #2
Women expect equal partnership but they still expect pampering.
Frankly, women are probably the most oxymoronic creatures in this world. I'm also speaking for myself! We expect to be taken seriously, our views to be heard etc. However, we do have softer natures where we will and can cry out of sheer frustration at times. This are also the most frustrating moments for men.
Scenario 1 - Gal goes boo hoo hoo over her problems. She expects her man to comfort her. Unfortunately, being male, he simply just doesn't know what to do at moments like this. He just offer her a tissue and hold her, lest he says the wrong thing that can detonate a nuclear bomb. Gal rebutts, "Why can't you say something to comfort me? You're so insensitive!" The innocent guy just 'kena' for keeping quiet.
Scenario 2 - Gal goes boo hoo hoo over her problems. She wails and bitches about her problems. 'Superman to the rescue' will simply run down a list of solutions to solve her problem. Gal wails even more. "All I wanted was for you to comfort me? Couldn't you do that? You're so insensitive!" The poor guy also 'kena' for trying to be Superman.
Why do you think I say women are oxymoronic? Name me another animal who does these things. I can be Wonder Woman at work but when it comes to relationships, I am a 'xiao nu ren'. I need to be pampered. I still expect my guys to pay for dinner, I like my dates to drive, I like men who a good dressers etc.
Not that I am materialistic... paying for dates indicates the guy's interest in you. After all, if he is so stingy on dates, I really can't imagine the kind of boyfriend, husband and father he will be. Paying for dates and taking care of my welfare shows me how good a provider he is. It's a strong point when it comes to marriage.
As for driving... I have little patience with public transport. I take it everyday and it frustrates me. When you are carrying heavy things, bus stops always seem further than they actually are. When you need a cab, they never seem to appear. This is why I am learning how to drive now. I am so getting a car when I get my license. If I have a car and a license, shouldn't my date have one? How romantic is it for me to drive him around... Again, I am not stingy. It's simply a question of taking care of my welfare and providing for me - a strong point when it comes to marriage.
Revelation Moment: This explains why I still single. I have not found a man like that, unlike my 'just married' buddy. Her hubby is the ultimate provider - financially and emotionally. I just haven't had the good fortune of finding a good provider, capable of being a good boyfriend, husband and father. I'm still holding out for the guy for me. I'm done with relationships that don't have any marriage destination. It's simply a waste of time. Until I find the guy, I contented to simply live my life, my way.
It's so strange that I finally got all my thoughts sorted out when I was in Cambodia. Looking at the lives of the people there, it's a reminder that life is just too short to be wasted. I want my life to have value every waking moment. To me, a wasted life is one that had no positive impact on anyone's life... I want to be able to look back on my life, look at the things I've done and be pleased that there was a purpose to my existence in this life.
The farnie thing about men and women today is while equality of the sexes is strongly advocated (I am a firm believer of this!), when it comes to relationship matters, most men and women suddenly revert to Neanderthal beliefs.
Issue #1
Most women still expect men to make the first move.
Woe to the gal who has the guts to go up to the man and ask him out. I am not saying then it is wrong for women to make the first move. In fact, I will applaud the gal who does so. You go, gal! I just simply dun believe in it cos it doesn't work for me personally. I have tried this out and got a rejection right in my face. Therefore, I firmly believe men have to make the first move.
Issue #2
Women expect equal partnership but they still expect pampering.
Frankly, women are probably the most oxymoronic creatures in this world. I'm also speaking for myself! We expect to be taken seriously, our views to be heard etc. However, we do have softer natures where we will and can cry out of sheer frustration at times. This are also the most frustrating moments for men.
Scenario 1 - Gal goes boo hoo hoo over her problems. She expects her man to comfort her. Unfortunately, being male, he simply just doesn't know what to do at moments like this. He just offer her a tissue and hold her, lest he says the wrong thing that can detonate a nuclear bomb. Gal rebutts, "Why can't you say something to comfort me? You're so insensitive!" The innocent guy just 'kena' for keeping quiet.
Scenario 2 - Gal goes boo hoo hoo over her problems. She wails and bitches about her problems. 'Superman to the rescue' will simply run down a list of solutions to solve her problem. Gal wails even more. "All I wanted was for you to comfort me? Couldn't you do that? You're so insensitive!" The poor guy also 'kena' for trying to be Superman.
Why do you think I say women are oxymoronic? Name me another animal who does these things. I can be Wonder Woman at work but when it comes to relationships, I am a 'xiao nu ren'. I need to be pampered. I still expect my guys to pay for dinner, I like my dates to drive, I like men who a good dressers etc.
Not that I am materialistic... paying for dates indicates the guy's interest in you. After all, if he is so stingy on dates, I really can't imagine the kind of boyfriend, husband and father he will be. Paying for dates and taking care of my welfare shows me how good a provider he is. It's a strong point when it comes to marriage.
As for driving... I have little patience with public transport. I take it everyday and it frustrates me. When you are carrying heavy things, bus stops always seem further than they actually are. When you need a cab, they never seem to appear. This is why I am learning how to drive now. I am so getting a car when I get my license. If I have a car and a license, shouldn't my date have one? How romantic is it for me to drive him around... Again, I am not stingy. It's simply a question of taking care of my welfare and providing for me - a strong point when it comes to marriage.
Revelation Moment: This explains why I still single. I have not found a man like that, unlike my 'just married' buddy. Her hubby is the ultimate provider - financially and emotionally. I just haven't had the good fortune of finding a good provider, capable of being a good boyfriend, husband and father. I'm still holding out for the guy for me. I'm done with relationships that don't have any marriage destination. It's simply a waste of time. Until I find the guy, I contented to simply live my life, my way.
It's so strange that I finally got all my thoughts sorted out when I was in Cambodia. Looking at the lives of the people there, it's a reminder that life is just too short to be wasted. I want my life to have value every waking moment. To me, a wasted life is one that had no positive impact on anyone's life... I want to be able to look back on my life, look at the things I've done and be pleased that there was a purpose to my existence in this life.
to marriage
2 Saturdays ago, 23 June, my best friend finally got married... Watching her and her hubby together, I must say they were really a very good looking and sweet couple... Marital bliss was literally plastered on their faces...
The night before, I had dinner at her place and we had a manicure and pedicure party with her sisters. It was fun because it felt like I suddenly had 2 younger sisters... lolz... We were really disciplined. By ten, it was lights out for the bride and the mom. The rest of us were planning the 'sabo' sequence of events... afterall, what's a wedding without the 'sabo'...
The next morning, I was the early bird who got up early to prepare the 'sabo' stuff. To symbolise the 'sour, sweet, bitter and spiciness' of love, this was what we prepared:
Sour - lemon juice (so kind of us, rite?)
Sweet - sugar + water (it was diabetes inducing!)
Bitter - bittergourd juice (must drink to health...)
and the most deadly of all...
Spiciness - chilli padi + hot water
All these were placed in deceptively lovely shooters... lolz...
Not to forget the games we played like 'Find the Keys' (Stage 1: at the door), 'Limbo Rock' (Stage 2: at the hall), 'Drink the shooters' (Stage 3: at the corridor) and finally 'Sing a song' (Stage 4: outside the bridal room)
After that we went to the groom's place for tea ceremony before returning back to the bride's place for another round of tea ceremony. At about 2 pm, we headed for the hotel, Four Seasons. I am so impressed with their rooms... it is so absolutely gorgeous!
By 6. 30pm, it was time for the solemnisation of the marriage. When I saw them exchanged rings, I couldn't help tearing... tears of joy. When you have known someone for 11 years, it really feels like watching your sister get married. Especially knowing that he is a great guy, I am definitely happy for her.
During the reception, they had a champagne bar which was so classy... a real great way to begin the dinner. During the dinner, the food was good. I really enjoyed it very much. After the dinner, we went up to the room with the bride while the groom was dragged to KTV (decent ones!) by his 'pig & dog' friends. The dinner which they brought it for my friend was really good!
To everyone intending to hold their wedding ceremony, do go to Four Seasons. The decor is classy, the food is delicious, the bridal suite is gorgeous... what more can I say...
On the theme on marriage, here are some jokes about marriage.. enjoy!
Wife: What are you doing?
Husband : Nothing.
Wife : Nothing ...? You've been reading our marriage certificate for an hour !
Husband : I was looking for the expiry date.
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Wife : Do you want dinner?
Husband : Sure ! What are my choices ?
Wife : Yes and no.
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Wife: You always carry my photo in your wallet. Why ?
Hubby: When there is a problem, no matter how impossible, I look at your picture, and the problem disappears.
Wife: You see how miraculous and powerful I am for you ?
Hubby: Yes! I see your picture and ask myself --- what other problem can be greater than this one ?
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Girl: When we get married, I want to share all your worries, troubles and lighten your burden. Boy: It's very kind of you, darling, but I don't have any worries or troubles.
Girl: Well that's because we aren't married yet !
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Son: Mom, when I was on the bus with Dad this morning, he told me to give up my seat to a lady.
Mom: Well, you have done the right thing.
Son: But mom, I was sitting on daddy's lap.
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A newly married man asked his wife " Would you have married me if my father hadn't left me a fortune ? "
"Honey," the woman replied sweetly, " I'd have married you, NO MATTER WHO LEFT YOU A FORTUNE ! "
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Girl to her boyfriend: One kiss and I'll be yours forever.
The guy replies: Thanks for the early warning.
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A wife asked her husband: What do you like most in me, my pretty face or my sexy body?
He looked at her from head to toe and replied: I like your sense of humor.
The night before, I had dinner at her place and we had a manicure and pedicure party with her sisters. It was fun because it felt like I suddenly had 2 younger sisters... lolz... We were really disciplined. By ten, it was lights out for the bride and the mom. The rest of us were planning the 'sabo' sequence of events... afterall, what's a wedding without the 'sabo'...
The next morning, I was the early bird who got up early to prepare the 'sabo' stuff. To symbolise the 'sour, sweet, bitter and spiciness' of love, this was what we prepared:
Sour - lemon juice (so kind of us, rite?)
Sweet - sugar + water (it was diabetes inducing!)
Bitter - bittergourd juice (must drink to health...)
and the most deadly of all...
Spiciness - chilli padi + hot water
All these were placed in deceptively lovely shooters... lolz...
Not to forget the games we played like 'Find the Keys' (Stage 1: at the door), 'Limbo Rock' (Stage 2: at the hall), 'Drink the shooters' (Stage 3: at the corridor) and finally 'Sing a song' (Stage 4: outside the bridal room)
After that we went to the groom's place for tea ceremony before returning back to the bride's place for another round of tea ceremony. At about 2 pm, we headed for the hotel, Four Seasons. I am so impressed with their rooms... it is so absolutely gorgeous!
By 6. 30pm, it was time for the solemnisation of the marriage. When I saw them exchanged rings, I couldn't help tearing... tears of joy. When you have known someone for 11 years, it really feels like watching your sister get married. Especially knowing that he is a great guy, I am definitely happy for her.
During the reception, they had a champagne bar which was so classy... a real great way to begin the dinner. During the dinner, the food was good. I really enjoyed it very much. After the dinner, we went up to the room with the bride while the groom was dragged to KTV (decent ones!) by his 'pig & dog' friends. The dinner which they brought it for my friend was really good!
To everyone intending to hold their wedding ceremony, do go to Four Seasons. The decor is classy, the food is delicious, the bridal suite is gorgeous... what more can I say...
On the theme on marriage, here are some jokes about marriage.. enjoy!
Wife: What are you doing?
Husband : Nothing.
Wife : Nothing ...? You've been reading our marriage certificate for an hour !
Husband : I was looking for the expiry date.
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Wife : Do you want dinner?
Husband : Sure ! What are my choices ?
Wife : Yes and no.
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Wife: You always carry my photo in your wallet. Why ?
Hubby: When there is a problem, no matter how impossible, I look at your picture, and the problem disappears.
Wife: You see how miraculous and powerful I am for you ?
Hubby: Yes! I see your picture and ask myself --- what other problem can be greater than this one ?
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Girl: When we get married, I want to share all your worries, troubles and lighten your burden. Boy: It's very kind of you, darling, but I don't have any worries or troubles.
Girl: Well that's because we aren't married yet !
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Son: Mom, when I was on the bus with Dad this morning, he told me to give up my seat to a lady.
Mom: Well, you have done the right thing.
Son: But mom, I was sitting on daddy's lap.
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A newly married man asked his wife " Would you have married me if my father hadn't left me a fortune ? "
"Honey," the woman replied sweetly, " I'd have married you, NO MATTER WHO LEFT YOU A FORTUNE ! "
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Girl to her boyfriend: One kiss and I'll be yours forever.
The guy replies: Thanks for the early warning.
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A wife asked her husband: What do you like most in me, my pretty face or my sexy body?
He looked at her from head to toe and replied: I like your sense of humor.
Wednesday, June 27
Twelve Valuable Steps to Raise Your Self Esteem
As adults, we can choose the messages we accept or reject.
As Eleanor Roosevelt said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your permission."
"Building high self-esteem is a process, not something you can develop overnight," says Jeffrey Keller. "Yet, I believe every person has the capacity of high self-esteem. The question is, are you ready to make a commitment to increase your self-esteem?"
If your answer is yes, here are 12 steps to get you started:
Step One
Stop comparing yourself with other people.
There will always be some people who have more than you and some who have less. If you play the comparison game, you'll run into too many "opponents" you can't defeat.
Step Two
Stop putting yourself down.
You can't develop high self-esteem if you repeat negative phrases about yourself and your abilities. Whether speaking about your appearances, your career, your relationships, your financial situation, or any other aspects of your life, avoid self-deprecating comments.
Step Three
Accept all compliments with "thank you."
Ever received a compliment and replied," Oh, it was nothing." When you reject a compliment, the message you give yourself is that you are not worthy of praise. Respond to all compliments with a simple Thank You."
Step Four
Use affirmations to enhance your self-esteem.
On the back of a business card or small index card, write out a statement such as "I like and accept my self." or "I am valuable, lovable person and deserve the best in life." Carry the card with you. Repeat the statement several times during the day, especially at night before going to bed and after getting up in the morning. Whenever you say the affirmation, allow yourself to experience positive feelings about your statement.
Step Five
Take advantage of workshops, books and cassette tape programs on self-esteem.
Whatever material you allow to dominate mind will eventually take root and affect your behavior. If you watch negative television programs or read newspaper reports of murders and business rip off; you will grow cynical and pessimistic. Similarly, if you read books or listen to programs, that are positive in nature, you will take on these characteristics.
Step Six
Associate with positive, supportive people.
When you are surrounded by negative people who constantly put you and your ideas down, your self-esteem is lowered. On the other hand, when you are accepted and encouraged, you feel better about yourself in the best possible environment to raise your self-esteem.
Step Seven
Make a list of your past successes.
This doesn't necessarily have to consist of monumental accomplishments. It can include your "minor victories," like learning to skate, graduating from high school, receiving an award or promotion, reaching a business goal, etc. Read this list often. While reviewing it, close your eyes and recreate the feelings of satisfaction and joy you experienced when you first attained each success.
Step Eight
Make a list of your positive qualities.
Are you honest? Unselfish? Helpful? Creative? Be generous with yourself and write down at least 20 positive qualities. Again, it's important to review this list often. Most people dwell on their inadequacies and then wonder why their life isn't working out. Start focusing on your positive traits and you'll stand a much better chance of achieving what you wish to achieve.
Step Nine
Start giving more.
I'm not talking about money. Rather, I mean that you must begin to give more of yourself to those around your. When you do things for others, you are making a positive contribution and you begin to feel more valuable, which, in turn, lifts your spirits and raises your own self-esteem.
Step Ten
Get involved in work and activities you love.
It's hard to feel good about yourself if your days are spent in work you despise. Self-esteem flourishes when you are engaged in work and activities that you enjoy and make you feel valuable. Even if you can't explore alternative career options at the present time, you can still devote leisure time to hobbies and activities, which you find stimulating and enjoyable.
Step Eleven
Be true to yourself.
Live your own life - not the life others have decided is best for you. You'll never gain your own respect and feel good about yourself if you aren't leading the life you want to lead. If you're making decisions based on getting approval from friends and relatives, you aren't being true to yourself and your self-esteem is lowered.
Step Twelve
Take action!
You won't develop high self-esteem if you sit on the sidelines and back away from challenges. When you take action - regardless of the ensuing result - you feel better about yourself. When you fail to move forward because of fear and anxiety, you'll be frustrated and unhappy - and you will undoubtedly deal a damaging blow to your self-esteem.
The "real you" is a magnificent, unique being with enormous potential and capacity for experiencing love of yourself and extending love to others.
As your self-esteem grows, this "real you" emerges. You begin to take more risks and not be afraid of failure; you aren't as concerned with getting approval of others; your relationships are much more rewarding; you pursue activities that bring you joy and satisfaction; and you will make a positive contribution to the world.
Most importantly, high self esteem brings you peace of mind ... when you're alone, you truly appreciate the person you're with - yourself.
As Eleanor Roosevelt said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your permission."
"Building high self-esteem is a process, not something you can develop overnight," says Jeffrey Keller. "Yet, I believe every person has the capacity of high self-esteem. The question is, are you ready to make a commitment to increase your self-esteem?"
If your answer is yes, here are 12 steps to get you started:
Step One
Stop comparing yourself with other people.
There will always be some people who have more than you and some who have less. If you play the comparison game, you'll run into too many "opponents" you can't defeat.
Step Two
Stop putting yourself down.
You can't develop high self-esteem if you repeat negative phrases about yourself and your abilities. Whether speaking about your appearances, your career, your relationships, your financial situation, or any other aspects of your life, avoid self-deprecating comments.
Step Three
Accept all compliments with "thank you."
Ever received a compliment and replied," Oh, it was nothing." When you reject a compliment, the message you give yourself is that you are not worthy of praise. Respond to all compliments with a simple Thank You."
Step Four
Use affirmations to enhance your self-esteem.
On the back of a business card or small index card, write out a statement such as "I like and accept my self." or "I am valuable, lovable person and deserve the best in life." Carry the card with you. Repeat the statement several times during the day, especially at night before going to bed and after getting up in the morning. Whenever you say the affirmation, allow yourself to experience positive feelings about your statement.
Step Five
Take advantage of workshops, books and cassette tape programs on self-esteem.
Whatever material you allow to dominate mind will eventually take root and affect your behavior. If you watch negative television programs or read newspaper reports of murders and business rip off; you will grow cynical and pessimistic. Similarly, if you read books or listen to programs, that are positive in nature, you will take on these characteristics.
Step Six
Associate with positive, supportive people.
When you are surrounded by negative people who constantly put you and your ideas down, your self-esteem is lowered. On the other hand, when you are accepted and encouraged, you feel better about yourself in the best possible environment to raise your self-esteem.
Step Seven
Make a list of your past successes.
This doesn't necessarily have to consist of monumental accomplishments. It can include your "minor victories," like learning to skate, graduating from high school, receiving an award or promotion, reaching a business goal, etc. Read this list often. While reviewing it, close your eyes and recreate the feelings of satisfaction and joy you experienced when you first attained each success.
Step Eight
Make a list of your positive qualities.
Are you honest? Unselfish? Helpful? Creative? Be generous with yourself and write down at least 20 positive qualities. Again, it's important to review this list often. Most people dwell on their inadequacies and then wonder why their life isn't working out. Start focusing on your positive traits and you'll stand a much better chance of achieving what you wish to achieve.
Step Nine
Start giving more.
I'm not talking about money. Rather, I mean that you must begin to give more of yourself to those around your. When you do things for others, you are making a positive contribution and you begin to feel more valuable, which, in turn, lifts your spirits and raises your own self-esteem.
Step Ten
Get involved in work and activities you love.
It's hard to feel good about yourself if your days are spent in work you despise. Self-esteem flourishes when you are engaged in work and activities that you enjoy and make you feel valuable. Even if you can't explore alternative career options at the present time, you can still devote leisure time to hobbies and activities, which you find stimulating and enjoyable.
Step Eleven
Be true to yourself.
Live your own life - not the life others have decided is best for you. You'll never gain your own respect and feel good about yourself if you aren't leading the life you want to lead. If you're making decisions based on getting approval from friends and relatives, you aren't being true to yourself and your self-esteem is lowered.
Step Twelve
Take action!
You won't develop high self-esteem if you sit on the sidelines and back away from challenges. When you take action - regardless of the ensuing result - you feel better about yourself. When you fail to move forward because of fear and anxiety, you'll be frustrated and unhappy - and you will undoubtedly deal a damaging blow to your self-esteem.
The "real you" is a magnificent, unique being with enormous potential and capacity for experiencing love of yourself and extending love to others.
As your self-esteem grows, this "real you" emerges. You begin to take more risks and not be afraid of failure; you aren't as concerned with getting approval of others; your relationships are much more rewarding; you pursue activities that bring you joy and satisfaction; and you will make a positive contribution to the world.
Most importantly, high self esteem brings you peace of mind ... when you're alone, you truly appreciate the person you're with - yourself.
Tuesday, June 19
home sweet home...
I'm finally home from my 5D/4N trip to Cambodia. Pictures will be up later.
I must say that this has really been a very enlightening trip for me. I gotta admit that I was shaken by the extent of the poverty I saw. Yet, I was impressed by the tenacity of the people there...
Day 1
Met some of my group mates and had breakfast with them... was quite glad my group mates were really nice people. There wasn't any annoying or anti-social peeps on the trip.
On the plane, I met my roomie and she turns out to be my secondary school senior. Recalling fond memeories of our secondary school definitely helped us to break ice. She is a really nice gal and I was glad I got a nice roomie... we shared rooms for the next 4 nites.
Touching down, we visited the Angkor Silk Farm where we were educated on the intricate processes of silk making. Thereafter, we went to the Les Artisan d'Angkor where we learnt more about wood-working, stone carving and polychroming of objects.
Next, we went off for lunch and then back to the hotel for a short rest. About 3 pm (Cambodian Time, 1 hr behind Singapore Time), we left for the Floating Village of Chong Khneas, along the Tonle Sap Lake. It was a very humbling trip for me. Along the way, we saw the houses that the country folks lived in. It was so small and heart-wrenching. My own bedroom is even bigger than their small little house.
Along the Floating Village, I was amazed by the resourcefulness of the Cambodian people. They lived on the boats so that their house would float with them as the lake floods during the monsoon seasons. I was also struck by how simple their lives were. Play-time for the children were simply swinging on the hammock! The older boys would play pool at the "community centre / games centre" on a boat.
I now truly understood the meaning of the river as a source of life for the people. The people literally live off the river... They cook, wash and bathe from the river, do their " big and small business" into the river and fish from it.
We also saw the floating boats which went from "house" to "house" to sell goods. The Cambodians knew we were tourists so they chased our cruise boat to get us to buy food and drinks from them. The children leaped off their boat and clung on to our boat. These kids were really tenacious man!
After the boat trip, we adjourned to dinner with the Aspara Dance Show. Kinda reminds me of Balinese dances... We also went off for massage after that. It was Thai massage for US$6 per hour. It was my first Thai massage and I was shocked that it was rather painful. Left me some bruises for memories... lolz. But I must admit that I really felt very relaxed after that.
When we finally returned to the hotel, we heard voices along the corridor so my roomie and I went out to investigate. A bunch of them were playing games in the room. My roomie and I joined them to get to know them.
Day 2
After breakfast, we visited Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of Khmer. In the afternoon, we visited Angkor Wat. It was really beautiful and amazing standing on ancient relics and to witness the restoration work taken to save these relics. It was a sureal experience for me...
We had dinner before going off for massage again... This time, this place we went to wasn't as good as the first night. When we came back, we were invited yet again to play games but we din go cos we were too tired...
Day 3
After breakfast, we travelled by coach to Phnom Penh. The ride was a interesting experience. First, our coach was stopped by the police because we did not have a tour guide travelling with us to Phnom Penh. After some arguing with the police and phone calls to the company, we were on our way. Barely an hour later, our coach tyre experienced a puncture at the outskirts. Our driver had to change the tyre with a few of our heroic boys and gals.
The changing of tyre was a series of mishaps... first, the cross-bar and the part to turn the bolt were dented. He had to wait for another coach to stop so he could borrow parts. Then, in the midst of changing the tyre, he cut himself on the arms and his slipper also broke... We all felt so sorry for him so we increased the tips we gave him.
I must say that this has really been a very enlightening trip for me. I gotta admit that I was shaken by the extent of the poverty I saw. Yet, I was impressed by the tenacity of the people there...
Day 1
Met some of my group mates and had breakfast with them... was quite glad my group mates were really nice people. There wasn't any annoying or anti-social peeps on the trip.
On the plane, I met my roomie and she turns out to be my secondary school senior. Recalling fond memeories of our secondary school definitely helped us to break ice. She is a really nice gal and I was glad I got a nice roomie... we shared rooms for the next 4 nites.
Touching down, we visited the Angkor Silk Farm where we were educated on the intricate processes of silk making. Thereafter, we went to the Les Artisan d'Angkor where we learnt more about wood-working, stone carving and polychroming of objects.
Next, we went off for lunch and then back to the hotel for a short rest. About 3 pm (Cambodian Time, 1 hr behind Singapore Time), we left for the Floating Village of Chong Khneas, along the Tonle Sap Lake. It was a very humbling trip for me. Along the way, we saw the houses that the country folks lived in. It was so small and heart-wrenching. My own bedroom is even bigger than their small little house.
Along the Floating Village, I was amazed by the resourcefulness of the Cambodian people. They lived on the boats so that their house would float with them as the lake floods during the monsoon seasons. I was also struck by how simple their lives were. Play-time for the children were simply swinging on the hammock! The older boys would play pool at the "community centre / games centre" on a boat.
I now truly understood the meaning of the river as a source of life for the people. The people literally live off the river... They cook, wash and bathe from the river, do their " big and small business" into the river and fish from it.
We also saw the floating boats which went from "house" to "house" to sell goods. The Cambodians knew we were tourists so they chased our cruise boat to get us to buy food and drinks from them. The children leaped off their boat and clung on to our boat. These kids were really tenacious man!
After the boat trip, we adjourned to dinner with the Aspara Dance Show. Kinda reminds me of Balinese dances... We also went off for massage after that. It was Thai massage for US$6 per hour. It was my first Thai massage and I was shocked that it was rather painful. Left me some bruises for memories... lolz. But I must admit that I really felt very relaxed after that.
When we finally returned to the hotel, we heard voices along the corridor so my roomie and I went out to investigate. A bunch of them were playing games in the room. My roomie and I joined them to get to know them.
Day 2
After breakfast, we visited Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of Khmer. In the afternoon, we visited Angkor Wat. It was really beautiful and amazing standing on ancient relics and to witness the restoration work taken to save these relics. It was a sureal experience for me...
We had dinner before going off for massage again... This time, this place we went to wasn't as good as the first night. When we came back, we were invited yet again to play games but we din go cos we were too tired...
Day 3
After breakfast, we travelled by coach to Phnom Penh. The ride was a interesting experience. First, our coach was stopped by the police because we did not have a tour guide travelling with us to Phnom Penh. After some arguing with the police and phone calls to the company, we were on our way. Barely an hour later, our coach tyre experienced a puncture at the outskirts. Our driver had to change the tyre with a few of our heroic boys and gals.
The changing of tyre was a series of mishaps... first, the cross-bar and the part to turn the bolt were dented. He had to wait for another coach to stop so he could borrow parts. Then, in the midst of changing the tyre, he cut himself on the arms and his slipper also broke... We all felt so sorry for him so we increased the tips we gave him.
By the time we reach Phnom Penh, I was having a headache... Thankfully, lunch was good so I felt a lot better after that. The activities after lunch was a little depressing. We visited the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Uk. It was a dark Cambodian past and I felt very sicken by the horrors human beings can inflict on another human. Although one can say that the horrors should be laid to rest since it's history, history has proven to often repeat itself in different forms, different ways. I just hope that in this lifetime, I will never have to hear of such horrors again...
Dinner was a fantastic restaurant with fantastic ambience... I really needed that as a perk-me-up after the afternoon. By night, I was so exhausted that I collapsed in bed by 10pm.
Day 4
We visited the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda located within the palace grounds. We also visited the National Museum, which contained a vast collection of Khmer art. In the afternoon, we visited the Russian Market (Psah Tuol Thom Pong) and the Central Market (Psah Thmey) where I had a great time shopping and bargaining for price. Only thing I din like... the Russian Market was extremely cramped and claustophobic... I nearly fainted there... lolz..
At night, we went on a Sunset Cruise on the Mekong River, along the Phnom Penh riverfront. The feeling was so surreal that it was beyond words for me... After dinner, I finally got to visit a casino for the first time... Naga World Casino. It was very interesting watching how people play the casino games such as jackpot, bacarat, big/small and roulette. But I had no urge to do so... complete waste of money... lolz
There was a really nice fair across the road with rides, games and food! Much like the pasar malam I remembered when I was young... the pasar malam today no longer have as much rides and games. They mostly sell food, cds, clothes or hardware.
By the time we return to the hotel, I felt a little sad cos we had to pack up... in a flash, my holiday has just breezed past and I have to return to reality already... I only wished that it wasn't so soon... sigh...
I also re-thought a lot of things this holidays and will be re-aligning some aspects of my life to help myself live a fuller life.
Looking forward to hopefully take a short trip in December...
Saturday, June 9
| Your Birthdate: November 20 |
 You are a virtual roller coaster of emotions, and most people enjoy the ride. Your mood tends to set the tone of the room, and when you're happy, this is a good thing. When you get in a dark mood, watch out - it's very hard to get you out of it. It's sometimes hard for you to cheer up, and your gloom can be contagious. Your strength: Your warm heart Your weakness: Trouble controlling your emotions Your power color: Black Your power symbol: Musical note Your power month: February |
Thursday, June 7
Feeling quite bummed out that this holidays hardly feels like a holiday... been working everyday checking books and files... me thinks it's only a holiday cos I dun see my kids... sigh...
Cambodia... please come sooner... ;P
Here's a lil something to cheer everyone up... no offence to any Malaysians out there... I love Malaysia and have lots of Malaysian friends...
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WHY CHEWING GUM IS BANNED IN SINGAPORE
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A Singaporean was on holiday in Malaysia. He was having his coffee, croissants, bread, butter & jam at the hotel's coffee house. A Malaysian man who was chewing gum, sat down next to him & started a casual conversation.
Malaysian : "You Singaporeans eat the whole bread?"
S'porean : "Of course."
Malaysian : "We don't. In Malaysia, we only eat what's inside. The crusts we collect in a container, recycle it, transform them into croissants & sell them across to Singapore."
The Malaysian then had a smirk on his face while the Singaporean listened in silence.
Malaysian : "Do you eat the jam with the bread?"
S'porean : "Of course."
Malaysian (chuckling): "We don't. In Malaysia, we eat fresh fruit for breakfast, then we put all the peels, seeds & other left-overs in a container, recycle them, transform them into jam, before we sell it across to Singapore."
This time, the Singaporean retorted : "Do you have sex in Malaysia?"
Malaysian : "Why, of course we do"
S'porean : "Do you wear protection"
Malaysian : "Of course! We wear condoms."
S'porean : "And what do you do with the condoms once you've used them?"
Malaysian : "Stupid question ! Of course we throw them away."
S'porean : "We don't. In Singapore, the government secretly puts them in a container, recycle them, melt them down into chewing gum & sell them across to Malaysia, ... & that's the real reason why we banned chewing gum in Singapore."
Cambodia... please come sooner... ;P
Here's a lil something to cheer everyone up... no offence to any Malaysians out there... I love Malaysia and have lots of Malaysian friends...
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WHY CHEWING GUM IS BANNED IN SINGAPORE
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A Singaporean was on holiday in Malaysia. He was having his coffee, croissants, bread, butter & jam at the hotel's coffee house. A Malaysian man who was chewing gum, sat down next to him & started a casual conversation.
Malaysian : "You Singaporeans eat the whole bread?"
S'porean : "Of course."
Malaysian : "We don't. In Malaysia, we only eat what's inside. The crusts we collect in a container, recycle it, transform them into croissants & sell them across to Singapore."
The Malaysian then had a smirk on his face while the Singaporean listened in silence.
Malaysian : "Do you eat the jam with the bread?"
S'porean : "Of course."
Malaysian (chuckling): "We don't. In Malaysia, we eat fresh fruit for breakfast, then we put all the peels, seeds & other left-overs in a container, recycle them, transform them into jam, before we sell it across to Singapore."
This time, the Singaporean retorted : "Do you have sex in Malaysia?"
Malaysian : "Why, of course we do"
S'porean : "Do you wear protection"
Malaysian : "Of course! We wear condoms."
S'porean : "And what do you do with the condoms once you've used them?"
Malaysian : "Stupid question ! Of course we throw them away."
S'porean : "We don't. In Singapore, the government secretly puts them in a container, recycle them, melt them down into chewing gum & sell them across to Malaysia, ... & that's the real reason why we banned chewing gum in Singapore."
Tuesday, June 5
Saturday, June 2
Take the time to live ...
A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Target. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful red haired, freckle faced image of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes over the top of rain gutters, so much in a hurry to hit the earth it has no time to flow down the spout. We all stood there under the awning and just inside the door of the Target.
We waited, some patiently, others irritated because nature messed up their hurried day. I am always mesmerized by rainfall. I got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt and dust of the world. Memories of running, splashing so carefree as a child came pouring in as a welcome reprieve from the worries of my day.
The little voice was so sweet as it broke the hypnotic trance we were all caught in.
"Mom let's run through the rain," she said.
"What?" Mom asked.
"Lets run through the rain!" She repeated.
"No, honey. We'll wait until it slows down a bit," Mom replied.
This young child waited about another minute and repeated, "Mom, let's run through the rain,"
"We'll get soaked if we do," Mom said.
"No, we won't, Mom. That's not what you said this morning," the young girl said as she tugged at her Mom's arm.
"This morning? When did I say we could run through the rain and not get wet?"
"Don't you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about his cancer, you said, 'If God can get us through this, he can get us through anything!"
The entire crowd stopped dead silent. I swear you couldn't hear anything but the rain. We all stood silently. No one came or left in the next few minutes.
Mom paused and thought for a moment about what she would say. Now some would laugh it off and scold her for being silly. Some might even ignore what was said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child's life. A time when innocent trust can be nurtured so that it will bloom into faith.
"Honey, you are absolutely right. Let's run through the rain. If GOD let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing," Mom said.
Then off they ran! We all stood watching, smiling and laughing as they darted past the cars and yes, through the puddles. They held their shopping bags over their heads just in case. They got soaked. But they were followed by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the way to their cars.
And yes, I did. I ran. I got wet. I needed washing.
Circumstances or people can take away your material possessions, they can take away your money, and they can take away your health. But no one can ever take away your precious memories...
So, don't forget to make time and take the opportunities to make memories everyday.
To everything, there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven. They say:
It takes a minute to find a special person,
an hour to appreciate them,
a day to love them,
but an entire life to forget them.
Take the time to run through the rain... Take the time to live!!!
But don't forget to keep in touch with your friends, you never know when you'll need each other!
We waited, some patiently, others irritated because nature messed up their hurried day. I am always mesmerized by rainfall. I got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt and dust of the world. Memories of running, splashing so carefree as a child came pouring in as a welcome reprieve from the worries of my day.
The little voice was so sweet as it broke the hypnotic trance we were all caught in.
"Mom let's run through the rain," she said.
"What?" Mom asked.
"Lets run through the rain!" She repeated.
"No, honey. We'll wait until it slows down a bit," Mom replied.
This young child waited about another minute and repeated, "Mom, let's run through the rain,"
"We'll get soaked if we do," Mom said.
"No, we won't, Mom. That's not what you said this morning," the young girl said as she tugged at her Mom's arm.
"This morning? When did I say we could run through the rain and not get wet?"
"Don't you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about his cancer, you said, 'If God can get us through this, he can get us through anything!"
The entire crowd stopped dead silent. I swear you couldn't hear anything but the rain. We all stood silently. No one came or left in the next few minutes.
Mom paused and thought for a moment about what she would say. Now some would laugh it off and scold her for being silly. Some might even ignore what was said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child's life. A time when innocent trust can be nurtured so that it will bloom into faith.
"Honey, you are absolutely right. Let's run through the rain. If GOD let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing," Mom said.
Then off they ran! We all stood watching, smiling and laughing as they darted past the cars and yes, through the puddles. They held their shopping bags over their heads just in case. They got soaked. But they were followed by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the way to their cars.
And yes, I did. I ran. I got wet. I needed washing.
Circumstances or people can take away your material possessions, they can take away your money, and they can take away your health. But no one can ever take away your precious memories...
So, don't forget to make time and take the opportunities to make memories everyday.
To everything, there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven. They say:
It takes a minute to find a special person,
an hour to appreciate them,
a day to love them,
but an entire life to forget them.
Take the time to run through the rain... Take the time to live!!!
But don't forget to keep in touch with your friends, you never know when you'll need each other!
Thursday, May 31
You're Right
A husband and wife were involved in a petty argument, both of them unwilling to admit they might be in error.
"I'll admit I'm wrong," the wife told her husband in a conciliatory attempt, "if you'll admit I'm right."
He agreed and, like a gentleman, insisted she go first.
"I'm wrong," she said.
With a twinkle in his eye, he responded, "You're right!"
Question and Answer
A father and son went fishing one day. After a couple hours in the boat, the boy suddenly became curious about the world around him.
He asked his father, "How does this boat float"?
The father thought for a moment, then replied, "Don't rightly know, son."
The boy returned to his contemplation, then turned back to his father, "How do fish breathe underwater"?
Once again, the father replied, "Don't rightly know, son."
A little later, the boy asked his father, "Why is the sky blue"?
Again, the father replied, "Don't rightly know, son."
Worried he was going to annoy his father, he says, "Dad, do you mind me asking you all of these questions"?
"Of course not, son. If you don't ask questions, you'll never learn anything!"
A husband and wife were involved in a petty argument, both of them unwilling to admit they might be in error.
"I'll admit I'm wrong," the wife told her husband in a conciliatory attempt, "if you'll admit I'm right."
He agreed and, like a gentleman, insisted she go first.
"I'm wrong," she said.
With a twinkle in his eye, he responded, "You're right!"
Question and Answer
A father and son went fishing one day. After a couple hours in the boat, the boy suddenly became curious about the world around him.
He asked his father, "How does this boat float"?
The father thought for a moment, then replied, "Don't rightly know, son."
The boy returned to his contemplation, then turned back to his father, "How do fish breathe underwater"?
Once again, the father replied, "Don't rightly know, son."
A little later, the boy asked his father, "Why is the sky blue"?
Again, the father replied, "Don't rightly know, son."
Worried he was going to annoy his father, he says, "Dad, do you mind me asking you all of these questions"?
"Of course not, son. If you don't ask questions, you'll never learn anything!"
Sunday, May 20
Rosy
When I think of Rosy, all I can think of is: To God Be The Glory
She's my college teacher who has been through a lot over the last 10 odd years. I have never met anyone as strong as she is, battling 3 different types of cancer and surviving 12 surgeries. Her body may have been battered and butchered by surgeons but her faith is strong. She is so optimistic and has never stopped believing God for a miracle.
To me, she is already God's miracle child. She is a living testimony that with God, anything is possible. He is Jehovah Shammah and Jehovah Rapha. He is our healer and is always present with us.
During her first cancer scare, she was battling breast and ovarian cancer. She survived that and was back in school teaching after a year. That was when I first met her. Having survived cancer, she taught me to live life to the fullest and how our lives must serve a purpose. Her purpose was in her dedication to her profession and students, moulding and shaping lives. She was the one who taught me how to open up my mind and look beyong the superficial.
The year I left college, she had spots in her liver and lungs. The spot in her liver was removed but not the ones in her lungs. She underwent chemotherapy for that to prevent them from spreading.
The third cancer scare was last January when she had a tumor in her spine. God is good and the surgeon managed to removed most parts of it while using radiation to tackle the rest.
This time, the tumour in her spine returned and she has undergone surgery to remove most parts of it. However, there are still some bits clinging on to the nerves, causing her pain in her right thigh. Just when the orthopedic surgeon has given up hope, God bless her neurosurgeon and modern technology. She will be undergoing radio surgery where gamma rays will be used to blast the tumours away.
However, they would be permanent side effects, from pain to numbness in her right thigh. I am believing God for a miracle for her once again, that the tumours can be removed with minimum side effects.
In all these things which are happening around me, I feel that God is reminding me that our lives are not lived according to our timing but to His. There is a time and season for everything and right now, I just wanna live out my purpose and be a comfort to people around me who have touched me deeply.
She's my college teacher who has been through a lot over the last 10 odd years. I have never met anyone as strong as she is, battling 3 different types of cancer and surviving 12 surgeries. Her body may have been battered and butchered by surgeons but her faith is strong. She is so optimistic and has never stopped believing God for a miracle.
To me, she is already God's miracle child. She is a living testimony that with God, anything is possible. He is Jehovah Shammah and Jehovah Rapha. He is our healer and is always present with us.
During her first cancer scare, she was battling breast and ovarian cancer. She survived that and was back in school teaching after a year. That was when I first met her. Having survived cancer, she taught me to live life to the fullest and how our lives must serve a purpose. Her purpose was in her dedication to her profession and students, moulding and shaping lives. She was the one who taught me how to open up my mind and look beyong the superficial.
The year I left college, she had spots in her liver and lungs. The spot in her liver was removed but not the ones in her lungs. She underwent chemotherapy for that to prevent them from spreading.
The third cancer scare was last January when she had a tumor in her spine. God is good and the surgeon managed to removed most parts of it while using radiation to tackle the rest.
This time, the tumour in her spine returned and she has undergone surgery to remove most parts of it. However, there are still some bits clinging on to the nerves, causing her pain in her right thigh. Just when the orthopedic surgeon has given up hope, God bless her neurosurgeon and modern technology. She will be undergoing radio surgery where gamma rays will be used to blast the tumours away.
However, they would be permanent side effects, from pain to numbness in her right thigh. I am believing God for a miracle for her once again, that the tumours can be removed with minimum side effects.
In all these things which are happening around me, I feel that God is reminding me that our lives are not lived according to our timing but to His. There is a time and season for everything and right now, I just wanna live out my purpose and be a comfort to people around me who have touched me deeply.
Sunday, May 6
Cambodia... here I come!
I'll be off to Cambodia for a 5D/4N trip from 15 June to 19 June...
I'm very excited about going cos the historian in me loves the looking and spending time with ruins... Yup... I'm a self-confess geek whose once upon a time ambition was to be an archaelogist
Here's my itinerary for the trip:
Day 1 - Arty Farty @ Siem Reap!
I'm off to visit the "Les Artisans d'Angkor - Chantiers Ecoles" to look at Cambodian artistry & Silk Farm to look at the silk creation process. At night is off to the local market and apsara dance show!
Day 2 - Angkor Wat!
This is the day my cultural self will soak in the presence of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom.
Day 3 - Phnom Penh!
Another cultural day where I'll be off to the Independent Monument, National Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the Wat Phnom Temple.
Day 4 - Gory Affair!
I'll be visiting the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek (a remembrance of the Pol Pot regime. Then I'll be off to some fun visiting the Russian Market and Central Market. I'll also be visiting the Naga World Casino and cruise along the Phnom Penh riverfront in the sunset.
Day 5 - Home sweet home!
I'll be taking an early flight back to my loved ones back home...
Can't wait for the trip to materialise... except I have to get through my exam period first.... What a bummer... lolz
At least something sweet awaits me this June hols... amidst the book checking, the resource packing blah blah...
I'm very excited about going cos the historian in me loves the looking and spending time with ruins... Yup... I'm a self-confess geek whose once upon a time ambition was to be an archaelogist
Here's my itinerary for the trip:
Day 1 - Arty Farty @ Siem Reap!
I'm off to visit the "Les Artisans d'Angkor - Chantiers Ecoles" to look at Cambodian artistry & Silk Farm to look at the silk creation process. At night is off to the local market and apsara dance show!
Day 2 - Angkor Wat!
This is the day my cultural self will soak in the presence of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom.
Day 3 - Phnom Penh!
Another cultural day where I'll be off to the Independent Monument, National Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the Wat Phnom Temple.
Day 4 - Gory Affair!
I'll be visiting the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek (a remembrance of the Pol Pot regime. Then I'll be off to some fun visiting the Russian Market and Central Market. I'll also be visiting the Naga World Casino and cruise along the Phnom Penh riverfront in the sunset.
Day 5 - Home sweet home!
I'll be taking an early flight back to my loved ones back home...
Can't wait for the trip to materialise... except I have to get through my exam period first.... What a bummer... lolz
At least something sweet awaits me this June hols... amidst the book checking, the resource packing blah blah...
Friday, May 4
Which baby are you?
January
Pretty/handsome. Loves to dress up. Easily bored. Fussy. Seldom shows emotions. Takes time to recover when hurt. Sensitive. Down-to-Earth. Stubborn.
February
Abstract thoughts. Loves reality and abstract. Intelligent and clever. Changing personality. Attractive. Sexiest out of everyone. Temperamental. Quiet, shy and humble. Honest And loyal. Determined to reach goals. Loves freedom. Rebellious when restricted. Loves aggressiveness. Too sensitive and easily hurt. Gets angry really easily but does not show it. Dislikes unnecessary things. Loves making friends but rarely shows it. Horny. Daring and stubborn. Ambitious. Realizing dreams and hopes. Sharp. Loves entertainment and leisure. Romantic on the inside not outside. Superstitious and ludicrous. Spendthrift. Tries to learn to show emotions.
Mar
Attractive personality. Sexy. Affectionate Shy and reserved. Secretive. Naturally honest, generous and sympathetic. Loves peace and serenity. Sensitive to others. Great kisser. Easily angered. Trustworthy. Appreciative and returns kindness. Hardly shows emotions. Tends to bottle up feelings. Observant and assesses others.
April
Suave and compromising. Funny and humorous. Stubborn. Very talkative. Calm and cool. Kind and sympathetic. Concerned and detailed. Loyal. Does work well with others. Very confidant. Sensitive. Positive Attitude. Thinking generous. Good memory. Clever and knowledgeable. Loves to look for information. Able to cheer everyone up and/or make them laugh. Able to motivate oneself and others. Understanding. Fun to be around. Outgoing. Hyper. Bubbly personality. Secretive. Boy/girl crazy. Loves sports, music, leisure and traveling. Systematic. Hot but has brains.
May
Stubborn and hard-hearted. Strong-willed and highly motivated. Sharp thoughts. Easily angered. Attracts others and loves attention. Deep feelings. Beautiful physically and mentally. Firm Standpoint. Needs no motivation. Shy towards opposite sex. Easily consoled. Systematic (left brain). Loves to dream. Strong clairvoyance. Understanding. Sickness usually in the ear and neck. Good imagination. Good physical. Weak breathing. Loves literature and the arts. Loves traveling. Dislike being at home. Restless. Not having many children. Hardworking. High-spirited.
June
You've got the best personality and are an absolute pleasure to be around. You love to make new friends and be outgoing. You are a great flirt and more than likely have an a very attractive partner. a wicked hottie. It is also more than likely that you have a massive record collection. You have a great choice in films, and may one day become a famous actor/actress yourself - heck, you've got the looks for it!!!
July
Fun to be with. Secretive. Difficult to fathom and to be understood. Quiet unless excited or tensed. Takes pride in oneself. Has reputation. Easily consoled. Honest. Concerned about people's feelings. Tactful. Friendly. Approachable. Emotional temperamental and unpredictable. Moody and easily hurt. Witty and sparkly. spazzy at times. Not revengeful. Forgiving but never forgets. dislikes nonsensical and unnecessary things. Guides others physically and mentally. Sensitive and forms impressions carefully. Caring and loving. Treats others equally. Strong sense of sympathy. Wary and sharp. Judges people through observations. Hardworking. No difficulties in studying. Loves to be alone. Always broods about the past and the old friends. Waits for friends. Never looks for friends. Not aggressive unless provoked. Love s to be loved. Easily hurt but takes long to recover.
August
Outgoing personality. takes risks. feeds on attention. No self-control. Kind hearted. Self-confident. Loud and boisterous. VERY revengeful. Easy to get along with and talk to. Has an "every thing's peachy" attitude. Likes talking and singing. Loves music. Daydreamer. Easily distracted. Hates not being trusted. BIG imagination. Loves to be loved. Hates studying. in need of "that someone". Longs for freedom. Rebellious when withheld or restricted. Lives by "no pain no gain" caring. Always a suspect. Playful. Mysterious. "charming" or "beautiful" to everyone. stubborn. curious. Independent. Strong willed. A fighter.
September
Active and dynamic. Decisive and haste but tends to regret. Attractive and affectionate to oneself. Strong mentality. Loves attention. Diplomatic. Consoling, friendly and solves people's problems. Brave and fearless. Adventurous. Loving and caring. Suave and generous. Usually you have many friends. Enjoys to make love. Emotional. Stubborn. Hasty. Good memory. Moving, motivates oneself and others. Loves to travel and explore. Sometimes sexy in a way that only their lover can understand.
October
Loves to chat. Loves those who love them. Loves to takes things at the center. Inner and physical beauty. Lies but doesn't pretend. Gets angry often. Treats friends importantly. Brave and fearless. Always making friends. Easily hurt but recovers easily. Daydreamer. Opinionated. Does not care to control emotions. Unpredictable. Extremely smart, but definitely the hottest AND sexiest of them all.
*November*
Trustworthy and loyal. Very passionate and dangerous. Wild at times. Knows how to have fun. Sexy and mysterious. Everyone is drawn towards your inner and outer beauty and independent personality. Playful, but secretive. Very emotional and temperamental sometimes. Meets new people easily and very social in a group. Fearless and independent. Can hold their own. Stands out in a crowd. Essentially very smart. Usually, the greatest men are born in this month. If you ever begin a relationship with someone from this month, hold on to them because their one of a kind.
December
This straight-up means you are the most good-looking person possible... Better than all of these other months! Loyal and generous. Patriotic. Competitive in everything. Active in games and interactions. Impatient and hasty. Ambitious. Influential in organizations. Fun to be with. Easy to talk to, though hard to understand. Thinks far with vision, yet complicated to know. Easily influenced by kindness. Polite and soft-spoken. Having lots of ideas. Sensitive. Active mind. Hesitating tends to delay. Choosy and always wants the best. Temperamental. Funny and humorous. Loves to joke. Good debating skills. Has that someone always on his/her mind. Talkative. Daydreamer. Friendly. Knows how to make friends. Abiding. Able to show character. One guy/girl kind of person. Loveable. Easily hurt. Prone to getting colds. Loves music. Pretty/handsome. Loves to dress up. Easily bored. Fussy. Seldom shows emotions. Takes time to recover when hurt. Sensitive.
Pretty/handsome. Loves to dress up. Easily bored. Fussy. Seldom shows emotions. Takes time to recover when hurt. Sensitive. Down-to-Earth. Stubborn.
February
Abstract thoughts. Loves reality and abstract. Intelligent and clever. Changing personality. Attractive. Sexiest out of everyone. Temperamental. Quiet, shy and humble. Honest And loyal. Determined to reach goals. Loves freedom. Rebellious when restricted. Loves aggressiveness. Too sensitive and easily hurt. Gets angry really easily but does not show it. Dislikes unnecessary things. Loves making friends but rarely shows it. Horny. Daring and stubborn. Ambitious. Realizing dreams and hopes. Sharp. Loves entertainment and leisure. Romantic on the inside not outside. Superstitious and ludicrous. Spendthrift. Tries to learn to show emotions.
Mar
Attractive personality. Sexy. Affectionate Shy and reserved. Secretive. Naturally honest, generous and sympathetic. Loves peace and serenity. Sensitive to others. Great kisser. Easily angered. Trustworthy. Appreciative and returns kindness. Hardly shows emotions. Tends to bottle up feelings. Observant and assesses others.
April
Suave and compromising. Funny and humorous. Stubborn. Very talkative. Calm and cool. Kind and sympathetic. Concerned and detailed. Loyal. Does work well with others. Very confidant. Sensitive. Positive Attitude. Thinking generous. Good memory. Clever and knowledgeable. Loves to look for information. Able to cheer everyone up and/or make them laugh. Able to motivate oneself and others. Understanding. Fun to be around. Outgoing. Hyper. Bubbly personality. Secretive. Boy/girl crazy. Loves sports, music, leisure and traveling. Systematic. Hot but has brains.
May
Stubborn and hard-hearted. Strong-willed and highly motivated. Sharp thoughts. Easily angered. Attracts others and loves attention. Deep feelings. Beautiful physically and mentally. Firm Standpoint. Needs no motivation. Shy towards opposite sex. Easily consoled. Systematic (left brain). Loves to dream. Strong clairvoyance. Understanding. Sickness usually in the ear and neck. Good imagination. Good physical. Weak breathing. Loves literature and the arts. Loves traveling. Dislike being at home. Restless. Not having many children. Hardworking. High-spirited.
June
You've got the best personality and are an absolute pleasure to be around. You love to make new friends and be outgoing. You are a great flirt and more than likely have an a very attractive partner. a wicked hottie. It is also more than likely that you have a massive record collection. You have a great choice in films, and may one day become a famous actor/actress yourself - heck, you've got the looks for it!!!
July
Fun to be with. Secretive. Difficult to fathom and to be understood. Quiet unless excited or tensed. Takes pride in oneself. Has reputation. Easily consoled. Honest. Concerned about people's feelings. Tactful. Friendly. Approachable. Emotional temperamental and unpredictable. Moody and easily hurt. Witty and sparkly. spazzy at times. Not revengeful. Forgiving but never forgets. dislikes nonsensical and unnecessary things. Guides others physically and mentally. Sensitive and forms impressions carefully. Caring and loving. Treats others equally. Strong sense of sympathy. Wary and sharp. Judges people through observations. Hardworking. No difficulties in studying. Loves to be alone. Always broods about the past and the old friends. Waits for friends. Never looks for friends. Not aggressive unless provoked. Love s to be loved. Easily hurt but takes long to recover.
August
Outgoing personality. takes risks. feeds on attention. No self-control. Kind hearted. Self-confident. Loud and boisterous. VERY revengeful. Easy to get along with and talk to. Has an "every thing's peachy" attitude. Likes talking and singing. Loves music. Daydreamer. Easily distracted. Hates not being trusted. BIG imagination. Loves to be loved. Hates studying. in need of "that someone". Longs for freedom. Rebellious when withheld or restricted. Lives by "no pain no gain" caring. Always a suspect. Playful. Mysterious. "charming" or "beautiful" to everyone. stubborn. curious. Independent. Strong willed. A fighter.
September
Active and dynamic. Decisive and haste but tends to regret. Attractive and affectionate to oneself. Strong mentality. Loves attention. Diplomatic. Consoling, friendly and solves people's problems. Brave and fearless. Adventurous. Loving and caring. Suave and generous. Usually you have many friends. Enjoys to make love. Emotional. Stubborn. Hasty. Good memory. Moving, motivates oneself and others. Loves to travel and explore. Sometimes sexy in a way that only their lover can understand.
October
Loves to chat. Loves those who love them. Loves to takes things at the center. Inner and physical beauty. Lies but doesn't pretend. Gets angry often. Treats friends importantly. Brave and fearless. Always making friends. Easily hurt but recovers easily. Daydreamer. Opinionated. Does not care to control emotions. Unpredictable. Extremely smart, but definitely the hottest AND sexiest of them all.
*November*
Trustworthy and loyal. Very passionate and dangerous. Wild at times. Knows how to have fun. Sexy and mysterious. Everyone is drawn towards your inner and outer beauty and independent personality. Playful, but secretive. Very emotional and temperamental sometimes. Meets new people easily and very social in a group. Fearless and independent. Can hold their own. Stands out in a crowd. Essentially very smart. Usually, the greatest men are born in this month. If you ever begin a relationship with someone from this month, hold on to them because their one of a kind.
December
This straight-up means you are the most good-looking person possible... Better than all of these other months! Loyal and generous. Patriotic. Competitive in everything. Active in games and interactions. Impatient and hasty. Ambitious. Influential in organizations. Fun to be with. Easy to talk to, though hard to understand. Thinks far with vision, yet complicated to know. Easily influenced by kindness. Polite and soft-spoken. Having lots of ideas. Sensitive. Active mind. Hesitating tends to delay. Choosy and always wants the best. Temperamental. Funny and humorous. Loves to joke. Good debating skills. Has that someone always on his/her mind. Talkative. Daydreamer. Friendly. Knows how to make friends. Abiding. Able to show character. One guy/girl kind of person. Loveable. Easily hurt. Prone to getting colds. Loves music. Pretty/handsome. Loves to dress up. Easily bored. Fussy. Seldom shows emotions. Takes time to recover when hurt. Sensitive.
Tuesday, May 1
Colorgenics Test
Came across this colorgenics test from a friend's blog. Seeing it's 90% accurate for her, I decided to try it out at this link:
http://www.paulgoldin.com/colorgenics.htm
Here are my results... pretty accurate, I must say...
You work hard, seeking success. You are self-sufficient and in spite of all the trials and tribulations that have beset you in the past you carry on regardless. You are one to be admired because you pursue your objectives single-mindedly and with initiative. You know that you can 'do it' and what is more, you will - without necessarily being dependent upon the goodwill of others.
You 'need to be needed'. As an idealist you are intolerant of anything short of special consideration from those close to you. If you do not get what you seek you are apt to become reclusive and you will close the doors on all those within your sphere of influence.
You wear your heart on your sleeve and since you are an emotional person you are apt to give your all - heart and soul - to all those that show you a little affection; but take care - it would appear that you have been extremely hurt in the past and you keep leaving yourself wide open for punishment.
For some time now your hopes and expectations have been denied and because of this you are becoming withdrawn and introverted. Continual disappointment has manifested itself in you becoming both suspicious and restrained you have become withdrawn from others and have receded more and more into yourself. You seem to have lost your innate enthusiasm and imaginative nature, for fear that you may be carried away by it only to find that you are wasting your time. You loath to trust people, as in the past your trust has been misplaced. You seem to be keeping yourself cautiously aloof from others. At this moment in time your attitude is to trust nobody - until they can prove themselves to you.
You are presently worried about your future and you feel that whatever you do will go wrong. At this time you are your own worst enemy. All the disappointment that you have experienced, coupled with the fear that there is no point in formulating fresh goals, have led to anxiety. You would like recognition and a position of trust but you are concerned that these hopes and dreams may not be realised. You are very argumentative and insistent that you are right - maybe you are - but you are pushing too hard. Take it easy, let go, and smile. Smiling and agreeing with people works wonders - try it and see.
Try it out and see if it works for you.
http://www.paulgoldin.com/colorgenics.htm
Here are my results... pretty accurate, I must say...
You work hard, seeking success. You are self-sufficient and in spite of all the trials and tribulations that have beset you in the past you carry on regardless. You are one to be admired because you pursue your objectives single-mindedly and with initiative. You know that you can 'do it' and what is more, you will - without necessarily being dependent upon the goodwill of others.
You 'need to be needed'. As an idealist you are intolerant of anything short of special consideration from those close to you. If you do not get what you seek you are apt to become reclusive and you will close the doors on all those within your sphere of influence.
You wear your heart on your sleeve and since you are an emotional person you are apt to give your all - heart and soul - to all those that show you a little affection; but take care - it would appear that you have been extremely hurt in the past and you keep leaving yourself wide open for punishment.
For some time now your hopes and expectations have been denied and because of this you are becoming withdrawn and introverted. Continual disappointment has manifested itself in you becoming both suspicious and restrained you have become withdrawn from others and have receded more and more into yourself. You seem to have lost your innate enthusiasm and imaginative nature, for fear that you may be carried away by it only to find that you are wasting your time. You loath to trust people, as in the past your trust has been misplaced. You seem to be keeping yourself cautiously aloof from others. At this moment in time your attitude is to trust nobody - until they can prove themselves to you.
You are presently worried about your future and you feel that whatever you do will go wrong. At this time you are your own worst enemy. All the disappointment that you have experienced, coupled with the fear that there is no point in formulating fresh goals, have led to anxiety. You would like recognition and a position of trust but you are concerned that these hopes and dreams may not be realised. You are very argumentative and insistent that you are right - maybe you are - but you are pushing too hard. Take it easy, let go, and smile. Smiling and agreeing with people works wonders - try it and see.
Try it out and see if it works for you.
Monday, April 30
Woman stopped by unannounced at her son's house. She knocked on the door then immediately walked in. She was shocked to see her daughter-in-law lying on the couch, totally naked. Soft music was playing, and the aroma of perfume filled the room.
"What are you doing?" she asked.
"I'm waiting for Justin to come home from work," the daughter-in-law answered.
"But you're naked!" the mother-in-law exclaimed.
"This is my love dress," the daughter-in-law explained.
"Love dress? But you're naked!"
"Justin loves me to wear this dress," she explained. "Every time he sees me in this dress, he instantly becomes romantic and ravages me for hours."
The mother-in-law left.
When she got home she undressed, showered, put on her best perfume, dimmed the lights, put on a romantic CD, and laid on the couch waiting for her husband to arrive.
Finally, her husband came home. He walked in and saw her lying there so provocatively.
"What are you doing?" he asked.
"This is my love dress," she whispered, sensually.
"Needs ironing," he said, "What's for dinner?"
Is this what many years of marriage does to one? lolz....
"What are you doing?" she asked.
"I'm waiting for Justin to come home from work," the daughter-in-law answered.
"But you're naked!" the mother-in-law exclaimed.
"This is my love dress," the daughter-in-law explained.
"Love dress? But you're naked!"
"Justin loves me to wear this dress," she explained. "Every time he sees me in this dress, he instantly becomes romantic and ravages me for hours."
The mother-in-law left.
When she got home she undressed, showered, put on her best perfume, dimmed the lights, put on a romantic CD, and laid on the couch waiting for her husband to arrive.
Finally, her husband came home. He walked in and saw her lying there so provocatively.
"What are you doing?" he asked.
"This is my love dress," she whispered, sensually.
"Needs ironing," he said, "What's for dinner?"
Is this what many years of marriage does to one? lolz....
Sunday, April 29
for the feminists...
For all those men who say, "Why buy a cow when you can get milk for free?"
Here's an update for you: Nowadays, 80% of women are against marriage, WHY?
Because women realize it's not worth buying an entire pig just to get a little sausage.
Men are like....
1. Laxatives ... They irritate the crap out of you.
2. Bananas ... The older they get, the less firm they are.
3. The Weather ... Nothing can be done to change them.
4. Blenders ... You need one, but you're not quite sure why.
5. Chocolate Bars .... Sweet, smooth, & they usually head right for your hips.
6. Commercials ... You can't believe a word they say.
7. Department Stores ... Their clothes are always 1/2 off.
8. Government Bonds ... They take soooooooo long to mature.
9. Mascara ... They usually run at the first sign of emotions.
10. Popcorn ... They satisfy you, but only for a little while.
11. Snowstorms ... You never know when they're coming, how many inches you'll get or how long it will last.
12. Lava Lamps ... Fun to look at, but not very bright.
13. Parking Spots ... All the good ones are taken, the rest are handicapped.
This really makes great laugh... ;)
Here's an update for you: Nowadays, 80% of women are against marriage, WHY?
Because women realize it's not worth buying an entire pig just to get a little sausage.
Men are like....
1. Laxatives ... They irritate the crap out of you.
2. Bananas ... The older they get, the less firm they are.
3. The Weather ... Nothing can be done to change them.
4. Blenders ... You need one, but you're not quite sure why.
5. Chocolate Bars .... Sweet, smooth, & they usually head right for your hips.
6. Commercials ... You can't believe a word they say.
7. Department Stores ... Their clothes are always 1/2 off.
8. Government Bonds ... They take soooooooo long to mature.
9. Mascara ... They usually run at the first sign of emotions.
10. Popcorn ... They satisfy you, but only for a little while.
11. Snowstorms ... You never know when they're coming, how many inches you'll get or how long it will last.
12. Lava Lamps ... Fun to look at, but not very bright.
13. Parking Spots ... All the good ones are taken, the rest are handicapped.
This really makes great laugh... ;)
Saturday, April 28
The work load hasn't been reduced... I'm still stressed but no longer frustrated. By the grace of God, I have managed to cut it down already. He is always faithful especially when he has multiplied my time...
I was becoming quite stressed about my piling work. God bless a colleague who comes back every Saturday to work. In this way, I am able to come back every Saturday to clear up my marking and lesson planning that I barely have time for between Mon to Fri.
God also bless my lil bro who came to pick me up. As such, I could lug some books over last weekend to clear up my marking.
I am really grateful to the people around me who has shown me a lot of love and concern. While reflecting during my quiet time on Tuesday night and talking to a friend on Wednesday, I am marvelled at how God works in us.
He gives each of us a calling to fulfill, regardless of our capability. As long as we have availed ourselves to his calling, he will always fill us with the capability to perform tasks that he has placed for us.
The calling he has placed for me has been tough. At times, I come close to giving up and throwing in the towel. However, he has never let me fall. Each time I come close to giving, he reminds me of my purpose through quiet time and angels he sends around me. He has also placed understanding bosses around me who have never given me a hard time. Their encouragement has spurred me on to greater heights in the things I have done.
Maybe it might seem strange as to why I have been praising him in my blog lately. That is because these few months has been really tough for me. If by my own strength, I would have failed. I am only able to succeed because of his strength and guidance.
It is true that God draws closest to us when we are at our weakest. This is his way of reminding us to constantly seek him first...
I was becoming quite stressed about my piling work. God bless a colleague who comes back every Saturday to work. In this way, I am able to come back every Saturday to clear up my marking and lesson planning that I barely have time for between Mon to Fri.
God also bless my lil bro who came to pick me up. As such, I could lug some books over last weekend to clear up my marking.
I am really grateful to the people around me who has shown me a lot of love and concern. While reflecting during my quiet time on Tuesday night and talking to a friend on Wednesday, I am marvelled at how God works in us.
He gives each of us a calling to fulfill, regardless of our capability. As long as we have availed ourselves to his calling, he will always fill us with the capability to perform tasks that he has placed for us.
The calling he has placed for me has been tough. At times, I come close to giving up and throwing in the towel. However, he has never let me fall. Each time I come close to giving, he reminds me of my purpose through quiet time and angels he sends around me. He has also placed understanding bosses around me who have never given me a hard time. Their encouragement has spurred me on to greater heights in the things I have done.
Maybe it might seem strange as to why I have been praising him in my blog lately. That is because these few months has been really tough for me. If by my own strength, I would have failed. I am only able to succeed because of his strength and guidance.
It is true that God draws closest to us when we are at our weakest. This is his way of reminding us to constantly seek him first...
Friday, April 20
I'm highly stressed and darned tired... This has gotta be the most tiring week of my life...
This has been a week of rushing my psychology assignment (last one! Thank God!) and vetting of papers. All this amidst my ton of marking and courses I have to atttend. Plus had to be down with food poisoning on Tuesday... Make me feel almost tired and miserable!
Fortunately, I'm too much of an optismist to get depressed for long. Be it your happy or miserable, life still goes on AND the things that you have to do are STILL waiting for you to do it. Might as well do it happily... That's my mantra in life. It has indeed served me well through all my down periods... :)
More updates... God has spoken so I have decided to go to the new school... I think my kids will be super happy. From their recent journals, they were telling me how much they like me and how much they will miss me... so sweet rite? At moments like this, I'm glad I'm a teacher.
Envy me for this... BUT don't envy the lesson plans, worksheets and exam papers I have to set, the exam papers I have to vet (6 levels, mind you!), the reflections I have to do, the courses and meeting I have to attend, the admin matters I have to handle, the tons of marking I have to do, the moments my kids and I drive each other crazy, the nights I have to burn midnight oil for my assignments and exam preparation...
Makes me really wonder how I actually managed to stay so optismistic and not go mad... All I can say is the grace of God.
This has been a week of rushing my psychology assignment (last one! Thank God!) and vetting of papers. All this amidst my ton of marking and courses I have to atttend. Plus had to be down with food poisoning on Tuesday... Make me feel almost tired and miserable!
Fortunately, I'm too much of an optismist to get depressed for long. Be it your happy or miserable, life still goes on AND the things that you have to do are STILL waiting for you to do it. Might as well do it happily... That's my mantra in life. It has indeed served me well through all my down periods... :)
More updates... God has spoken so I have decided to go to the new school... I think my kids will be super happy. From their recent journals, they were telling me how much they like me and how much they will miss me... so sweet rite? At moments like this, I'm glad I'm a teacher.
Envy me for this... BUT don't envy the lesson plans, worksheets and exam papers I have to set, the exam papers I have to vet (6 levels, mind you!), the reflections I have to do, the courses and meeting I have to attend, the admin matters I have to handle, the tons of marking I have to do, the moments my kids and I drive each other crazy, the nights I have to burn midnight oil for my assignments and exam preparation...
Makes me really wonder how I actually managed to stay so optismistic and not go mad... All I can say is the grace of God.
Sunday, April 15
Job Description of Parents
POSITION :
Mom, Mommy, Mama, Ma
Dad, Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop
JOB DESCRIPTION :
- Long term, team players needed, for challenging permanent work in an, often chaotic environment.
- Candidates must possess excellent communication and organizational skills and be willing to work variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.
- Some overnight travel required, including trips to primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities! Travel expenses not reimbursed. Extensive courier duties also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The rest of your life.
- Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily, until someone needs $5.
- Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.
- Also, must possess the physical stamina of a pack mule and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat in case, this time, the screams from the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.
- Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges, such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets and stuck zippers.
- Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and coordinate production of multiple homework projects.
- Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.
- Must be willing to be indispensable one minute, an embarrassment the next.
- Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.
- Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.
- Must assume final, complete accountability for the quality of the end product.
- Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and janitorial work throughout the facility.
POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :
None.
Your job is to remain in the same position for years, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills, so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :
None required unfortunately.
On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.
WAGES AND COMPENSATION :
None! Get this! You pay them!
- Offering frequent raises and bonuses.
- A balloon payment is due when they turn 18 because of the assumption that college will help them become financially independent.
- When you die, you give them whatever is left.
The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.
BENEFITS :
While no health or dental insurance, no pension, no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and no stock options are offered; this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
Haha... how funny but its so true...
Mom, Mommy, Mama, Ma
Dad, Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop
JOB DESCRIPTION :
- Long term, team players needed, for challenging permanent work in an, often chaotic environment.
- Candidates must possess excellent communication and organizational skills and be willing to work variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.
- Some overnight travel required, including trips to primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities! Travel expenses not reimbursed. Extensive courier duties also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The rest of your life.
- Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily, until someone needs $5.
- Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.
- Also, must possess the physical stamina of a pack mule and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat in case, this time, the screams from the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.
- Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges, such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets and stuck zippers.
- Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and coordinate production of multiple homework projects.
- Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.
- Must be willing to be indispensable one minute, an embarrassment the next.
- Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.
- Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.
- Must assume final, complete accountability for the quality of the end product.
- Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and janitorial work throughout the facility.
POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :
None.
Your job is to remain in the same position for years, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills, so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :
None required unfortunately.
On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.
WAGES AND COMPENSATION :
None! Get this! You pay them!
- Offering frequent raises and bonuses.
- A balloon payment is due when they turn 18 because of the assumption that college will help them become financially independent.
- When you die, you give them whatever is left.
The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.
BENEFITS :
While no health or dental insurance, no pension, no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and no stock options are offered; this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
Haha... how funny but its so true...
Wednesday, April 11
Little Davie jokes
Little Davie attended a horse auction with his father. He watched as his father moved from horse to horse, running his hands up and down the horse's legs, rump, and chest.
After a few minutes, Davie asked, "Dad, why are you doing that?"
His father replied,"Because when I'm buying horses, I have to make sure that they are healthy and in good shape before I buy."
Davie, looking worried, said, "Dad, I think the UPS guy wants to buy Mom."
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A new teacher was trying to make use of her psychology courses. She started her class by saying, "Everyone who thinks they're stupid, stand up!" After a few seconds, Little Davie stood up.
The teacher said, "Do you think you're stupid, Little Davie ?"
"No, ma'am, but I hate to see you standing there all by yourself!"
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Little Davie watched, fascinated, as his mother smoothed cold cream on her face.
"Why do you do that, mommy?" he asked.
"To make myself beautiful," said his mother, who then began removing the cream with a tissue.
"What's the matter?" asked Little Davie.
"Giving up?"
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The math teacher saw that little Davie wasn't paying attention in class. She called on him and said, " Davie! What are 2 and 4 and 28 and 44?"
Little Davie quickly replied, "NBC, CBS, HBO and the Cartoon Network!"
**********************************************
Little Davies's kindergarten class was on a field trip to their local police station where they saw pictures tacked to a bulletin board of the 10 most wanted criminals.
One of the youngsters pointed to a picture and asked if it really was the photo of a wanted person.
"Yes," said the policeman. "The detectives want very badly to capture him."
Little Davie asked, "Why didn't you keep him when you took his picture?"
After a few minutes, Davie asked, "Dad, why are you doing that?"
His father replied,"Because when I'm buying horses, I have to make sure that they are healthy and in good shape before I buy."
Davie, looking worried, said, "Dad, I think the UPS guy wants to buy Mom."
********************************************
A new teacher was trying to make use of her psychology courses. She started her class by saying, "Everyone who thinks they're stupid, stand up!" After a few seconds, Little Davie stood up.
The teacher said, "Do you think you're stupid, Little Davie ?"
"No, ma'am, but I hate to see you standing there all by yourself!"
*********************************************
Little Davie watched, fascinated, as his mother smoothed cold cream on her face.
"Why do you do that, mommy?" he asked.
"To make myself beautiful," said his mother, who then began removing the cream with a tissue.
"What's the matter?" asked Little Davie.
"Giving up?"
**********************************************
The math teacher saw that little Davie wasn't paying attention in class. She called on him and said, " Davie! What are 2 and 4 and 28 and 44?"
Little Davie quickly replied, "NBC, CBS, HBO and the Cartoon Network!"
**********************************************
Little Davies's kindergarten class was on a field trip to their local police station where they saw pictures tacked to a bulletin board of the 10 most wanted criminals.
One of the youngsters pointed to a picture and asked if it really was the photo of a wanted person.
"Yes," said the policeman. "The detectives want very badly to capture him."
Little Davie asked, "Why didn't you keep him when you took his picture?"
Tuesday, April 10
dilemma... dilemma
Recently, my bosses have been asking me if I will be going to the new school... That's like a question that is so heavily steeped in dilemma...
If I go, the travelling distance will be as far as I have been travelling for the last four years and frankly, there are days where the distance really gets to you. Especially when you are fatigue and taking a cab home during the peak hour can cost you as much as $13 (no kidding... I was stuck paying $6 at the Holland Road jam! Bummer...)
However, if I don't go, my conscience will get to me... there are just a lot of people I can't let go...
(a) students - my adorable T and A who struggle with reading, my Z who seems to have endless family problems getting in the way of his studies, K who has started to put in effort albeit inconsistent and even the irritating A (YES! I still haven't given up on you no matter how many times I have to send you out!)
(b) colleagues - the friendships built over the last 4 years
How? How? How?
Only solution...
Deep inside, I hear God calling but I'm just a stubborn ole thing... so I asked God for 3 signs... 2 have since materialised (in neon blinking lights, I must add)...
Now I'm looking for the last...
When it appears, I know God has truly called and I will do according to his will...
In the meantime, pray...
If I go, the travelling distance will be as far as I have been travelling for the last four years and frankly, there are days where the distance really gets to you. Especially when you are fatigue and taking a cab home during the peak hour can cost you as much as $13 (no kidding... I was stuck paying $6 at the Holland Road jam! Bummer...)
However, if I don't go, my conscience will get to me... there are just a lot of people I can't let go...
(a) students - my adorable T and A who struggle with reading, my Z who seems to have endless family problems getting in the way of his studies, K who has started to put in effort albeit inconsistent and even the irritating A (YES! I still haven't given up on you no matter how many times I have to send you out!)
(b) colleagues - the friendships built over the last 4 years
How? How? How?
Only solution...
Deep inside, I hear God calling but I'm just a stubborn ole thing... so I asked God for 3 signs... 2 have since materialised (in neon blinking lights, I must add)...
Now I'm looking for the last...
When it appears, I know God has truly called and I will do according to his will...
In the meantime, pray...
Sunday, April 8
God works in mysterious ways...
This year began as a very frustrating year for me, with endless problems that seem to crop up... my self-esteem simply took a nose-dive. I became upset and depressed with everything...
1) I don't feel successful at work...
problems managing the monkeys at teach, not so creative lessons, falling behind my level teachers due to time wasted on classroom management...
There were the days when I simply doubted my own ability and considered a career change...
2) My studies dun seem to go so great...
I haven't been going for lectures and tutorials, just so much things to do that I felt so bummed out. For my assignments, I haven't been able to hand up one on time... God bless my tutors for extensions...
Not such a great student after all...
Just when I wanted to throw in the towel, God reminded me that His ways are higher than mine and I just have to let things work according to his plans... He would not short-change my efforts...
At work, my performance bonus came in and as usual, my bosses are fair... My efforts at work did not go un-noticed. In fact, I'll be getting my promotion (provided I do not do any stupid acts!) By next year, if I do survive this year and not have to repeat, I'll get my emplacement...
Three cheers to more pay!
I'm not materialistic but having more pay is just a reflection that I am getting somewhere in my career...
As for my studies, my hear sank when I read the comments from my tutors... too dramatic in expressing my opinion, not enough supporting argument... blah blah... I thought they would fail me. Instead, I ended up with 75 and 70 for my Psychology assignments and 70 for my English assignment.
Even my church work has praise reports... friends that I have brought to church have accepted Christ and are finding the peace of God in their life... I feel so happy for them!
When doors seem to close, it is not really a closed door. Just that, it is not time for GoD to open them. Even when the doors are not open, his favours continue to pour into your life. He has not forsaken or abandoned us. Just that, we are often blinded because of our own expectations. When the time is ripe, his doors will naturally open and his blessings will pour out so great that you become shocked by the power of his grace.
That's the power of God's love...
1) I don't feel successful at work...
problems managing the monkeys at teach, not so creative lessons, falling behind my level teachers due to time wasted on classroom management...
There were the days when I simply doubted my own ability and considered a career change...
2) My studies dun seem to go so great...
I haven't been going for lectures and tutorials, just so much things to do that I felt so bummed out. For my assignments, I haven't been able to hand up one on time... God bless my tutors for extensions...
Not such a great student after all...
Just when I wanted to throw in the towel, God reminded me that His ways are higher than mine and I just have to let things work according to his plans... He would not short-change my efforts...
At work, my performance bonus came in and as usual, my bosses are fair... My efforts at work did not go un-noticed. In fact, I'll be getting my promotion (provided I do not do any stupid acts!) By next year, if I do survive this year and not have to repeat, I'll get my emplacement...
Three cheers to more pay!
I'm not materialistic but having more pay is just a reflection that I am getting somewhere in my career...
As for my studies, my hear sank when I read the comments from my tutors... too dramatic in expressing my opinion, not enough supporting argument... blah blah... I thought they would fail me. Instead, I ended up with 75 and 70 for my Psychology assignments and 70 for my English assignment.
Even my church work has praise reports... friends that I have brought to church have accepted Christ and are finding the peace of God in their life... I feel so happy for them!
When doors seem to close, it is not really a closed door. Just that, it is not time for GoD to open them. Even when the doors are not open, his favours continue to pour into your life. He has not forsaken or abandoned us. Just that, we are often blinded because of our own expectations. When the time is ripe, his doors will naturally open and his blessings will pour out so great that you become shocked by the power of his grace.
That's the power of God's love...
Motherhood at 60
With all the new technology regarding fertility recently, a 65-year-old woman was able to give birth to a baby. When she was discharged from the hospital and went home, her relatives came to visit.
May we see the new baby?" one asked.
"Not yet," said the mother."I'll make coffee and we can visit for a while first."
Thirty minutes had passed, and another relative asked, "May we see the new baby now?"
"No, not yet," said the mother.
After another few minutes had elapsed, they asked again, "May we see the baby now?"
"No, not yet," replied the mother.
Growing very impatient, they asked, "Well, when can we see the baby?"
"WHEN HE CRIES!" she told them.
"WHEN HE CRIES?" they demanded."Why do we have to wait until he CRIES?"
"BECAUSE I forgot where I put him."
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That was a teaser for laugh...
May we see the new baby?" one asked.
"Not yet," said the mother."I'll make coffee and we can visit for a while first."
Thirty minutes had passed, and another relative asked, "May we see the new baby now?"
"No, not yet," said the mother.
After another few minutes had elapsed, they asked again, "May we see the baby now?"
"No, not yet," replied the mother.
Growing very impatient, they asked, "Well, when can we see the baby?"
"WHEN HE CRIES!" she told them.
"WHEN HE CRIES?" they demanded."Why do we have to wait until he CRIES?"
"BECAUSE I forgot where I put him."
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That was a teaser for laugh...
Friday, April 6
Life's lessons...
In our life as we are growing, it's inevitable that we meet some ups and down.
We have to learn to protect ourselves, as well as love ourselves.
The score of life depends on how we are going to compose it.
Avoiding does not mean we will always get by,
Facing it does not mean it will be difficult.
What we achieve, may not last forever,
What we have lost, may not mean we will not earn back.
Turning away does not mean cowardice.
Do not say that there's no choice.
There's no absolute right or wrong answers,
There's is more then one answers to problems.
We will always have road ahead of us to go forward.
If we can find a reason to be sad,
We can also find one to be happy.
Those who learn how to let go, finds tranquility.
Those who learn how to forget, finds freedom.
Those who learn how to care, find true friends...
We have to learn to protect ourselves, as well as love ourselves.
The score of life depends on how we are going to compose it.
Avoiding does not mean we will always get by,
Facing it does not mean it will be difficult.
What we achieve, may not last forever,
What we have lost, may not mean we will not earn back.
Turning away does not mean cowardice.
Do not say that there's no choice.
There's no absolute right or wrong answers,
There's is more then one answers to problems.
We will always have road ahead of us to go forward.
If we can find a reason to be sad,
We can also find one to be happy.
Those who learn how to let go, finds tranquility.
Those who learn how to forget, finds freedom.
Those who learn how to care, find true friends...
Saturday, March 31
Singapore Arts Festival 2007
Blue Love sounds really interesting... Anyone interested to get arty-farty along wif me?
Easter Drama 2007
Last year's Easter Drama was fantastic! Can't wait to see what's going to be up this year!
Monday, March 12
Airline Funny Jokes
After every flight, Qantas pilots fill out a form, called a "gripe sheet," which tells mechanics about problems with the aircraft. The mechanics correct the problems, document their repairs on the form, and then pilots review the gripe sheets before the next flight. Never let it be said that ground crews lack a sense of humor.
Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by Qantas' pilots (marked with a P) and the solutions recorded (marked with an S) by maintenance engineers.
By the way, Qantas is the only major airline that has never had an accident.
P: Left inside main tire almost needs replacement.
S: Almost replaced left inside main tire.
P: Test flight OK, except auto-land very rough.
S: Auto-land not installed on this aircraft.
P: Something loose in cockpit.
S: Something tightened in cockpit.
P: Dead bugs on windshield.
S: Live bugs on back-order.
P: Autopilot in altitude-hold mode produces a 200 feet per minute descent.
S: Cannot reproduce problem on ground.
P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear.
S: Evidence removed.
P: DME volume unbelievably loud.
S: DME volume set to more believable level.
P: Friction locks cause throttle levers to stick.
S: That's what they're for.
P: IFF inoperative.
S: IFF always inoperative in OFF mode.
P: Suspected crack in windshield.
S: Suspect you're right.
P: Number 3 engine missing.
S: Engine found on right wing after brief search.
P: Aircraft handles funny. (I love this one!)
S: Aircraft warned to straighten up, fly right, and be serious.
P: Target radar hums.
S: Reprogrammed target radar with lyrics.
P: Mouse in cockpit.
S: Cat installed.
And the best one for last..................
P: Noise coming from under instrument panel. Sounds like a midget pounding on something with a hammer.
S: Took hammer away from midget ! ! ! ! ! !
Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by Qantas' pilots (marked with a P) and the solutions recorded (marked with an S) by maintenance engineers.
By the way, Qantas is the only major airline that has never had an accident.
P: Left inside main tire almost needs replacement.
S: Almost replaced left inside main tire.
P: Test flight OK, except auto-land very rough.
S: Auto-land not installed on this aircraft.
P: Something loose in cockpit.
S: Something tightened in cockpit.
P: Dead bugs on windshield.
S: Live bugs on back-order.
P: Autopilot in altitude-hold mode produces a 200 feet per minute descent.
S: Cannot reproduce problem on ground.
P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear.
S: Evidence removed.
P: DME volume unbelievably loud.
S: DME volume set to more believable level.
P: Friction locks cause throttle levers to stick.
S: That's what they're for.
P: IFF inoperative.
S: IFF always inoperative in OFF mode.
P: Suspected crack in windshield.
S: Suspect you're right.
P: Number 3 engine missing.
S: Engine found on right wing after brief search.
P: Aircraft handles funny. (I love this one!)
S: Aircraft warned to straighten up, fly right, and be serious.
P: Target radar hums.
S: Reprogrammed target radar with lyrics.
P: Mouse in cockpit.
S: Cat installed.
And the best one for last..................
P: Noise coming from under instrument panel. Sounds like a midget pounding on something with a hammer.
S: Took hammer away from midget ! ! ! ! ! !
Wednesday, March 7
tangled family mess...
Two men met at a bus stop and struck up a conversation. One of them complained of family problems.
Finally, the other man said, "You think you have family problems? Listen. A few years ago I met a young widow with a grown-up daughter, and we got married. Later my father married my stepdaughter. That made my stepdaughter my stepmother and my father became my stepson. Also, my wife became mother-in-law of her father-in-law.
"Then the daughter of my wife, my stepmother, had a son. This boy was my half-brother because he was my father's son, but he was also the son of my wife's daughter, which made him my wife's grandson. That made me the grandfather of my half-brother.
"This was nothing until my wife and I had a son. Now the half-sister of my son, my stepmother, is also the grandmother. This makes my father the brother-in-law of my child, whose stepsister is my father's wife. I'm my stepmother's brother-in-law, my wife is her own child's aunt, my son is my father's nephew and I'm my own grandfather! And you think you have family problems!"
Finally, the other man said, "You think you have family problems? Listen. A few years ago I met a young widow with a grown-up daughter, and we got married. Later my father married my stepdaughter. That made my stepdaughter my stepmother and my father became my stepson. Also, my wife became mother-in-law of her father-in-law.
"Then the daughter of my wife, my stepmother, had a son. This boy was my half-brother because he was my father's son, but he was also the son of my wife's daughter, which made him my wife's grandson. That made me the grandfather of my half-brother.
"This was nothing until my wife and I had a son. Now the half-sister of my son, my stepmother, is also the grandmother. This makes my father the brother-in-law of my child, whose stepsister is my father's wife. I'm my stepmother's brother-in-law, my wife is her own child's aunt, my son is my father's nephew and I'm my own grandfather! And you think you have family problems!"
Tuesday, March 6
There was a blind girl who hated herself just because she's blind. She hated everyone, except her loving boyfriend. He was always there for her. She said that if she could only see the world, she would marry her boyfriend.
One day, someone donated a pair of eyes to her and then she could see everything, including her boyfriend.
Her boyfriend asked her, "Now that you can see the world, will you marry me?"
The girl was shocked when she saw that her boyfriend is blind too, and refused to marry him. Her boyfriend walked away in tears, and later wrote a letter to her saying, "Just take care of my eyes dear."
This is how the human brain changes when the status is changed.
Only few remember what life was before, and who's always been there even in the most painful situations.
Life Is A Gift
Today before you think of saying an unkind word - Think of someone who can't speak.
Before you complain about the taste of your food -Think of someone who has nothing to eat.
Before you complain about your husband or wife - Think of someone who's crying out to God for a companion.
Today before you complain about life - Think of someone who went too early to heaven.
Before you complain about your children - Think of someone who desires children but they're barren.
Before you argue about your dirty house, someone didn't clean or sweep - Think of the people who are living in the streets.
Before whining about the distance you drive – Think of someone who walks the same distance with their feet.
And when you are tired and complain about your job - Think of the unemployed, the disabled and those who wished they had your job.
But before you think of pointing the finger or condemning another - remember that not one of us are without sin and we all answer to one Maker.
And when depressing thoughts seem to get you down - Put a smile on your face and thank God you're alive and still around.
Life is a gift! Live it, Enjoy it, Celebrate it, and Fulfill it!
My thoughts:
Been feeling a tad bit burnt-out this period, intensified by the hot and erratic weather... BUT having read this makes you realise that there are more important things in life than being bothered about the small things in life...
To live life to is to take life's challenges by its horns... what does not kill me will make me stronger... cliche but how true...
One day, someone donated a pair of eyes to her and then she could see everything, including her boyfriend.
Her boyfriend asked her, "Now that you can see the world, will you marry me?"
The girl was shocked when she saw that her boyfriend is blind too, and refused to marry him. Her boyfriend walked away in tears, and later wrote a letter to her saying, "Just take care of my eyes dear."
This is how the human brain changes when the status is changed.
Only few remember what life was before, and who's always been there even in the most painful situations.
Life Is A Gift
Today before you think of saying an unkind word - Think of someone who can't speak.
Before you complain about the taste of your food -Think of someone who has nothing to eat.
Before you complain about your husband or wife - Think of someone who's crying out to God for a companion.
Today before you complain about life - Think of someone who went too early to heaven.
Before you complain about your children - Think of someone who desires children but they're barren.
Before you argue about your dirty house, someone didn't clean or sweep - Think of the people who are living in the streets.
Before whining about the distance you drive – Think of someone who walks the same distance with their feet.
And when you are tired and complain about your job - Think of the unemployed, the disabled and those who wished they had your job.
But before you think of pointing the finger or condemning another - remember that not one of us are without sin and we all answer to one Maker.
And when depressing thoughts seem to get you down - Put a smile on your face and thank God you're alive and still around.
Life is a gift! Live it, Enjoy it, Celebrate it, and Fulfill it!
My thoughts:
Been feeling a tad bit burnt-out this period, intensified by the hot and erratic weather... BUT having read this makes you realise that there are more important things in life than being bothered about the small things in life...
To live life to is to take life's challenges by its horns... what does not kill me will make me stronger... cliche but how true...
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