Caught this documentary on National Geographic Channel just now...the topic was on trans-sexuals and how they live in their societies. The documentary featured 2 trans-sexuals from India and Thailand each. In India, they are called Hijras (castration is necessary for them to become one) and in Thailand they are known as Katoeys (sex change is often necessary).
In India, they have 7 such clans with a matriach each to take care and control the other hijras. They are known to be able to bless or curse others due to their nature. They will go to different families to find out if a newborn has arrived then they will begin their blessing ritual and earn their customary money. However, they are now often regarded as beggers as they will even go to shops or approach people in their vehicles for money. If these hijras don't get what they want, they will abuse or curse these people. They often work as prostitutes (offering their services for men who cannot afford real women) and are not offered alot of jobs as people despise them. Each year, they have a festival where they gather to celebrate their identity but at the end of the 5 days, the festival ends with sorrow as they become "widows" of their fate.
The documentary managed to interview one hijra who is actually a village political leader. They voted for this person because they believe that without a family, this person will devote time and effort to help the community and has since gained support and respect from quite a number of people. Although when there are political events, others will pronounce the hijras' arrival, they actually think that it is a joke and are scornful of the hijra. The people's intention was to mock the political leaders with regards to saying their incompetence in helping the community hence they had the idea of voting for a hijras, but in the end, the joke became real.
In Thailand, where there is greater acceptance, Katoeys generally work in the entertainment industry. They even have their own shows where people pay them to perform. The famous Toom was filmed as she returned to her hometown as a female for the first time since she became a woman. It was a emotional battle for her as she did not know how her neighbours, friends and family will react. Her story was made into a film and she gained alot of recognition as the thai boxer who became a katoey.
There was another katoey who was filmed in the documentary and she is a performer as well as a teacher in a private school (teaching youths thai languange). She is quite popular with her students and she told them to look at her inner core and not judge her by her exterior. She is here to impart knowledge to them not influence their values. She had her sex change operation only after she managed to have financial stability as she believed that without a job, she is not fit to become a woman.
In present day societies, where acceptance of different kinds of people is becoming greater, we have to learn to live in harmony and also be more understanding. However, we still have a long way to go before such groups can be fully integrated and achieve unity in our global societies.
P.S. Monday 11pm National Geographic Channel has a documentary on Nature's paradise...a discovery of untouched natural beauty.
Monday, June 19, 2006
Friday, June 16, 2006
Marina Sq - Suntec - Bishan
Despite the downpour, didn't want to slack at home so asked Shuixian out to Marina Sq and Suntec. Bought a black skirt with simple kimono-liked design for only $20. It was the last piece and was also on sale. Quite happy with the purchase and the lady was very friendly and nice.
Before going to that shop, entered a victorian style shop with relatively nice clothing but the auntie was very crude and she presented one of the worst service attitude I've ever come across. I noted a skirt that was of quite flimsy material but the design was quite nice and elegant. I asked for the price and she claimed that if I like it then we can discuss about the price or else no point. She told me I can try it but I was not very keen because I was more interested to know the price, need to check my budget. Not planning to buy in the first place. When I was about to try it out, I asked her if she has a new piece as I noted that the edge of the skirt has some stray strands of thread and she told me it's a new piece and the skirt is not torn, just some stray threads that can be easily removed. She sounded very defensive and aggresive as though I am the one who spolit the skirt when I've not even tried it on.
I decided not to try and when another customer walked in to try something on, I took the chance to leave the shop. We were in the shop beside hers and she kept grumbling loudly that her skirt is fine. She was so noisy that we cannot stand it so we wanted to go to the shop diagonally opposite and as we walked past the shop again, she called out “小妹，我有一件新的要不要？” I replied “不要。” She said “新的也不要了 huh？” I kept quiet and ignored her, who will buy anything from someone like her? Forcing people to buy and when people refuse to make a purchase she kept making alot of noise as if accusing others of spoiling her stuff or saying that her stuff is of poor quality. Then when we were coming out from another shop, she was complaining to a couple and asking them to see who she was referring to. The couple only heard her side of the story and kept giving us a dirty look.
If I was in a foul mood, I would have approach the auntie and asked her what is her problem. I told Shuixian I would never return to the shop to buy anything ever because the shop's image has been tarnished by this lousy attitude auntie. If the next time I happen to see the shop owner, I might even tell him/her how the staff repelled me from the shop and lost business for the shop instead of improving sales...
We went to Suntec next and I managed to find a hello kitty plant that was on sale (Original px = $19.90 sale px = $8). It was the last one with flowers, the others are only leaves so I decided to buy it and try planting. It is quite an interesting concept as the soil and even seeds are included with a plastic pot and a hello kitty figurine. I just need to add water accordingly and give it adequate sunlight. Will take some photos of it the next time and then can see the progress of my plant growth...hehe.
We also went to Carrefour to buy some groceries before leaving the place. I thought I will be late for meeting Alvin at Junction 8 hence, took a cab but he was much later as he was held back at the camp. Had to get something to eat (went to Sakae) while waiting for him or else I would have fainted from hunger and tiredness from walking around so much.
Before going to that shop, entered a victorian style shop with relatively nice clothing but the auntie was very crude and she presented one of the worst service attitude I've ever come across. I noted a skirt that was of quite flimsy material but the design was quite nice and elegant. I asked for the price and she claimed that if I like it then we can discuss about the price or else no point. She told me I can try it but I was not very keen because I was more interested to know the price, need to check my budget. Not planning to buy in the first place. When I was about to try it out, I asked her if she has a new piece as I noted that the edge of the skirt has some stray strands of thread and she told me it's a new piece and the skirt is not torn, just some stray threads that can be easily removed. She sounded very defensive and aggresive as though I am the one who spolit the skirt when I've not even tried it on.
I decided not to try and when another customer walked in to try something on, I took the chance to leave the shop. We were in the shop beside hers and she kept grumbling loudly that her skirt is fine. She was so noisy that we cannot stand it so we wanted to go to the shop diagonally opposite and as we walked past the shop again, she called out “小妹，我有一件新的要不要？” I replied “不要。” She said “新的也不要了 huh？” I kept quiet and ignored her, who will buy anything from someone like her? Forcing people to buy and when people refuse to make a purchase she kept making alot of noise as if accusing others of spoiling her stuff or saying that her stuff is of poor quality. Then when we were coming out from another shop, she was complaining to a couple and asking them to see who she was referring to. The couple only heard her side of the story and kept giving us a dirty look.
If I was in a foul mood, I would have approach the auntie and asked her what is her problem. I told Shuixian I would never return to the shop to buy anything ever because the shop's image has been tarnished by this lousy attitude auntie. If the next time I happen to see the shop owner, I might even tell him/her how the staff repelled me from the shop and lost business for the shop instead of improving sales...
We went to Suntec next and I managed to find a hello kitty plant that was on sale (Original px = $19.90 sale px = $8). It was the last one with flowers, the others are only leaves so I decided to buy it and try planting. It is quite an interesting concept as the soil and even seeds are included with a plastic pot and a hello kitty figurine. I just need to add water accordingly and give it adequate sunlight. Will take some photos of it the next time and then can see the progress of my plant growth...hehe.
We also went to Carrefour to buy some groceries before leaving the place. I thought I will be late for meeting Alvin at Junction 8 hence, took a cab but he was much later as he was held back at the camp. Had to get something to eat (went to Sakae) while waiting for him or else I would have fainted from hunger and tiredness from walking around so much.
Thursday, June 15, 2006
Shopping Princess
Went out with Mum and sis to John Little and Robinsons. Managed to get a yoga pants from Bodynits at John Little and tried the OTO Tataki lower back massager...quite effective I think cos it felt like someone actually massaging your back.
Went to the Starhub Centre foodcourt and met a ajcian schoolmate selling gelato...tried a couple of flavours and personally liked the matcha green tea and berries gelatos.
They wanted to head home thereafter so I went to Plant & Planet. Bought a few other products and also spent a long time chatting with the lady there. She's very friendly and nice to talk to. Managed to learn quite alot there. Especially on essential oils and also the types of tincture suitable for what uses. The organic teas are also interesting, will probably buy them the next time i go. She shared that she actually went to UK to study Yoga, Shiatsu (unsure of spelling), basic TCM, counselling. She's Singaporean Eurasian and I had a good time sharing and listening to her. She was a smoker previously and she told me that hypnotherapy was the most effective for her to quit and she mentioned that acupuncture can also help but it's really up to the smoker to give it up as it's normally a emotional and physical addiction.
Went to Bugis by taking bus 7 and took my time to look at the different clothes and shops. Found a couple of nice clothing (a top being offered at $12) and even a pair of sandals (Scotts: $9.90) but in the end did not succumb to temptations...haha. After a late dinner at the cafe (tried the grill chicken set: not too bad), went to a shop where I spotted a dress being offered at $26.90. It was the one and only piece available and it fits me nicely. Decided to buy it if the lady is willing to reduce the price. Bargained and got it for $25!!! So happy~ even though the price reduction was pretty minimal.
Alvin came by to meet me and we took the train to Choa Chu Kang before I got a cab back home cos super tired.
Went to the Starhub Centre foodcourt and met a ajcian schoolmate selling gelato...tried a couple of flavours and personally liked the matcha green tea and berries gelatos.
They wanted to head home thereafter so I went to Plant & Planet. Bought a few other products and also spent a long time chatting with the lady there. She's very friendly and nice to talk to. Managed to learn quite alot there. Especially on essential oils and also the types of tincture suitable for what uses. The organic teas are also interesting, will probably buy them the next time i go. She shared that she actually went to UK to study Yoga, Shiatsu (unsure of spelling), basic TCM, counselling. She's Singaporean Eurasian and I had a good time sharing and listening to her. She was a smoker previously and she told me that hypnotherapy was the most effective for her to quit and she mentioned that acupuncture can also help but it's really up to the smoker to give it up as it's normally a emotional and physical addiction.
Went to Bugis by taking bus 7 and took my time to look at the different clothes and shops. Found a couple of nice clothing (a top being offered at $12) and even a pair of sandals (Scotts: $9.90) but in the end did not succumb to temptations...haha. After a late dinner at the cafe (tried the grill chicken set: not too bad), went to a shop where I spotted a dress being offered at $26.90. It was the one and only piece available and it fits me nicely. Decided to buy it if the lady is willing to reduce the price. Bargained and got it for $25!!! So happy~ even though the price reduction was pretty minimal.
Alvin came by to meet me and we took the train to Choa Chu Kang before I got a cab back home cos super tired.
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
NIE
Went back for the appointment with the Practicum office associate prof. They were very patient and I'm glad that my doubts were more or less cleared.
Popped by at the Chinese dept side to see if I can talk to any lecturers who might be in campus. Intended to thank Prof Zhang Aidong but she was not around. Alot of them are already on holiday so was very lucky to be able to see Prof Zhou Qing Hai. He was very kind and friendly as usual and I spent quite sometime chatting with him. He even gave me a few books which he had extras of. So paiseh, just intended to chat with him but end up receiving books from him. Left by 4pm and walked around Jurong Point for awhile before heading home.
Popped by at the Chinese dept side to see if I can talk to any lecturers who might be in campus. Intended to thank Prof Zhang Aidong but she was not around. Alot of them are already on holiday so was very lucky to be able to see Prof Zhou Qing Hai. He was very kind and friendly as usual and I spent quite sometime chatting with him. He even gave me a few books which he had extras of. So paiseh, just intended to chat with him but end up receiving books from him. Left by 4pm and walked around Jurong Point for awhile before heading home.
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
East Coast Outing
Met Jh to take bus 55 to East Coast for our outing with Yat and Zai. We were there by 9:55 so decided to order Big Breakfast at Mcdonalds while waiting for the 2 ladies. They reached by 10:35 and we headed to rent bicycles.
Shared a double with Yat as I don't really know how to ride one. Jh and Zai got a single each. Jh was still a little unsteady but after trying a few times she managed to get it. I had quite a tough time trying to balance and was literally baked under the hot sun...we were lucky cos in the 2 hrs while we were cycling, there wasn't any rain until like close to the time we were suppose to return the bikes. Doing pillion riding was fun with Yat as she was the one in control and i just paddle behind and enjoy the ride. Think I need at least another try to be able to learn how to cycle but I'm glad that I didn't fall today.
We headed for the Funland arcade next as it started raining. It's like reliving our childhood or rather secondary school days. Being a teenager, enjoying arcade gaming. We had fun trying out the different machines and I almost lost my voice laughing as it was pretty comical, our reactions and also the games. We went back to the park as the skies had cleared. We played some card games and had lotsa fun trying to take several photos, testing the angles and not depending on others to help us take the shots.
Finally set up our very own yahoogroups so that we can share our photos and also update each other about what's going on in each others' lives.
Monday, June 12, 2006
Fulfilling day
Headed to the gym early in the morning to attend the Bodybalance class, maybe it's been awhile since my last lesson, I find the new choreography and music very refreshing and the instructor was very good. First time attending her lesson but i enjoyed in tremendously.
Tried a few new stations or rather machines around the gym with Celina but due to renovation works, have to watch where we're heading. While we were experimenting with some abdominal stretching exercises, a personal trainer came up to us and offered to teach us something. He was quite friendly and offered quite a few useful tips. He's also relatively new to the club as a trainer, previously a poly engineering student. Glad to be able to meet some nice people at the club.
Had lunch at Cineleisure, a jap fast food joint beside the korean shop. Didn't really enjoy the food as it's not that tasty...should have gotten Yoshinoya. Next time won't go there, even the food court is better.
Checked out an organic, essential oil shop in Centrepoint and managed to get some useful stuff. Nice recommendation by Celina. Will definitely go back for other products next time. Spotted a Tocca Italy leather bag at Robinsons that is similar to one I saw a lady carry on the bus the other time. Seriously, it was the first time I was mesmerized by a bag carried by others. Haha...it's not cheap even after discount, about $70+...think quality stuff. Not in a hurry to buy also, just look around first. Littlematchgirl's bags are more attractive though.
Walked to Far East and was nearly baked under the scorching sun. Today's weather was extremely sunny and without my sunblock I ended up looking pretty much like a cooked lobster. The air-conditioned malls provided a cool respite between our shopping stations...haha. Tried a red bean crispy waffle at Tangs' basement...quite tasty. Helped sis get 2 rings (it comes in a pair) in a shop named Pandora's box. Bought a file elastic band fastener with ribbon design at Paperpeople, it was the last piece. Spotted a nice dress at the shop where I got my striking purple top that costs $30+ but no intentions to buy. The fabric and design is very nice. I like the maroon color piece. The shop opposite actually sells designer japanese tees. Each costing $49.90. Limited pieces available but too expensive for a top to me.
Saw a brown bowling bag with retro design and even a shoe compartment costing $31.90 but due to the lousy attitude and impatient auntie, I decided against buying it. No hurry to get that kinda bag...a little too casual for work. More suitable for gym or going out.
Took a train back with Celina, had a very fulfilling day and was exhausted. Actually dozed off on the bus ride home. Lucky i didn't miss my stop. =P
Tried a few new stations or rather machines around the gym with Celina but due to renovation works, have to watch where we're heading. While we were experimenting with some abdominal stretching exercises, a personal trainer came up to us and offered to teach us something. He was quite friendly and offered quite a few useful tips. He's also relatively new to the club as a trainer, previously a poly engineering student. Glad to be able to meet some nice people at the club.
Had lunch at Cineleisure, a jap fast food joint beside the korean shop. Didn't really enjoy the food as it's not that tasty...should have gotten Yoshinoya. Next time won't go there, even the food court is better.
Checked out an organic, essential oil shop in Centrepoint and managed to get some useful stuff. Nice recommendation by Celina. Will definitely go back for other products next time. Spotted a Tocca Italy leather bag at Robinsons that is similar to one I saw a lady carry on the bus the other time. Seriously, it was the first time I was mesmerized by a bag carried by others. Haha...it's not cheap even after discount, about $70+...think quality stuff. Not in a hurry to buy also, just look around first. Littlematchgirl's bags are more attractive though.
Walked to Far East and was nearly baked under the scorching sun. Today's weather was extremely sunny and without my sunblock I ended up looking pretty much like a cooked lobster. The air-conditioned malls provided a cool respite between our shopping stations...haha. Tried a red bean crispy waffle at Tangs' basement...quite tasty. Helped sis get 2 rings (it comes in a pair) in a shop named Pandora's box. Bought a file elastic band fastener with ribbon design at Paperpeople, it was the last piece. Spotted a nice dress at the shop where I got my striking purple top that costs $30+ but no intentions to buy. The fabric and design is very nice. I like the maroon color piece. The shop opposite actually sells designer japanese tees. Each costing $49.90. Limited pieces available but too expensive for a top to me.
Saw a brown bowling bag with retro design and even a shoe compartment costing $31.90 but due to the lousy attitude and impatient auntie, I decided against buying it. No hurry to get that kinda bag...a little too casual for work. More suitable for gym or going out.
Took a train back with Celina, had a very fulfilling day and was exhausted. Actually dozed off on the bus ride home. Lucky i didn't miss my stop. =P
Sunday, June 11, 2006
放假
这星期的心情糟透了。一而再的打击快让我喘不过气来了。真是觉得自己倒霉极了。从来没有在这么短时间内承受那么多。想让自己心情不那么沮丧好像好难。天空总是乌云密布，老天总是下起大雨。多20分钟，这可怕的一周就会成为过去。只希望星期一会带来一个美好的开始。让心情好好的放个假。感情也暂时放个假吧。麻木也许不是件坏事。
Swing
Joined Dad & sis to Sembawang Country Club. Intended to head for a swim but had to cancel due to the downpour. Tried playing golf instead and surprisingly after not playing for so long, i managed to pick it up relatively fast and could even get the golf ball to go beyond 50m!
Had quite a good time but now lower back aching a little, think not enough warm-up. Heading to the gym tomorrow. Hope I can wake up in time for bodybalance. =)
Had quite a good time but now lower back aching a little, think not enough warm-up. Heading to the gym tomorrow. Hope I can wake up in time for bodybalance. =)
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Retail therapy deprived
Went to Far East and managed to check out some shoes, clothes and hair accessories but couldn't buy cos Mum was there. Went to Wheelock place next and had to queue outside Sakae Sushi even though it was getting late for lunch 1+pm. "Hungry people are crazy people" my sis claims. We started to entertain ourselves by observing the people around us. Finally after waiting for abt half and hour we managed to get a table. The food was ok but the service quite slow. Perhaps they need to be more efficient especially when there's a huge crowd.
Took a bus (SBS174) down to Plaza Sg and walked around before going for my piano lesson. Spotted a nice bag at littlematchgirl but the saleswoman was quite snobbish, so decided not to buy. Even if we changed our mind, we will also go to the Marina Sq branch instead.
Intended to get a cream from thefaceshop but with Mum around, couldn't. Nice belt spotted at far east was also given a miss. Just need to bear with the itch to start spending and practice self control. Suffering from withdrawal symptoms of curbing retail therapy urge.
Took a bus (SBS174) down to Plaza Sg and walked around before going for my piano lesson. Spotted a nice bag at littlematchgirl but the saleswoman was quite snobbish, so decided not to buy. Even if we changed our mind, we will also go to the Marina Sq branch instead.
Intended to get a cream from thefaceshop but with Mum around, couldn't. Nice belt spotted at far east was also given a miss. Just need to bear with the itch to start spending and practice self control. Suffering from withdrawal symptoms of curbing retail therapy urge.
Picking up the pieces and moving on
Since 6 Jun, over the span of a few days (4 days to be exact), it has been a tough and wild ride on the emotional rollercoaster: disappointment - upset - glad - disappointment - angry - absurd - incredulous - anxious - disppointment - resigned - moody
Was quite surprised that I didn't really wallow in self-pity and goodness knows where I got the courage to pick up the pieces and also to quickly get things going. Calls to be made, people to contact, no time to brood over things. Somehow in the first 24 hr, sleep didn't register, insomnia and appetite lost took over. Tears did fall but not as much as expected. Tried to look on the brighter side of things but it's tough.
Felt super incredulous when was told that "You are very upset. Was this a surprise?" Am I suppose to foresee this outcome and be happy about it? The very least I could do was to control my emotions and not erupt in anger already. Time for reality check perhaps. More self reflection necessary. Meanwhile, retail therapy is also out of the question. Super down...
Would like to take this chance to thank all those who showed concern, assisted me during such a horrible time and continue to believe in me. =)
Was quite surprised that I didn't really wallow in self-pity and goodness knows where I got the courage to pick up the pieces and also to quickly get things going. Calls to be made, people to contact, no time to brood over things. Somehow in the first 24 hr, sleep didn't register, insomnia and appetite lost took over. Tears did fall but not as much as expected. Tried to look on the brighter side of things but it's tough.
Felt super incredulous when was told that "You are very upset. Was this a surprise?" Am I suppose to foresee this outcome and be happy about it? The very least I could do was to control my emotions and not erupt in anger already. Time for reality check perhaps. More self reflection necessary. Meanwhile, retail therapy is also out of the question. Super down...
Would like to take this chance to thank all those who showed concern, assisted me during such a horrible time and continue to believe in me. =)
Friday, June 09, 2006
Gal power
Been ages since I last caught up with Zai, Yat and Jiahui. We finally met at Causeway Point today for brunch at Burger King. Chatted quite abit and also walked around before I left for Cityhall with Jiahui. We've also arranged to meet up again at East Coast next tuesday. Basically, Yat and Jiahui are both looking for jobs while Zai has just started her NUS arts and social science course.
Went to Raffles City, Citylink, Suntec by taking the train (transfer at Jurong east was faster from Woodlands) and doing lotsa walking. Took bus 36 at the bus stop outside Sakae Sushi in Suntec to Orchard Road. Went to Cineleisure and Wheelock place before taking a bus to Bishan to meet Alvin. Had to stop and get some food by 6pm so went to Sakae sushi in Wheelock place. Felt good to be able to sit down and also replenish some energy with my fave food. =)
Went to Raffles City, Citylink, Suntec by taking the train (transfer at Jurong east was faster from Woodlands) and doing lotsa walking. Took bus 36 at the bus stop outside Sakae Sushi in Suntec to Orchard Road. Went to Cineleisure and Wheelock place before taking a bus to Bishan to meet Alvin. Had to stop and get some food by 6pm so went to Sakae sushi in Wheelock place. Felt good to be able to sit down and also replenish some energy with my fave food. =)
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Disappointment, Upset, Absurd
The stormy afternoon did nothing to lessen the lousy feelings I had...at this point in time, I can only keep my fingers crossed that whoever can assist me will provide me with sound advice. The emotional and mental strain has made me lose my appetite and sleep.
~walking zombie~
Monday, June 05, 2006
Potluck at Shuixian's place
Reached Serangoon MRT station around 4+pm and it was 6pm by the time I reached Shuixian's place to prepare the salad for our NIE class potluck gathering. Waiting for some of our classmates was the main reason. Shuixian booked the function room at her condominium "The Amaranda" and it has a very nice view of the swimming pool. The food was quite a spread as there were otahs, fishballs, chicken wings, nuggets, salad, beehoon, ee mian, sandwich, jelly and drinks.
Besides Shuduan, Mindy, Yuanlin and Yifen, the rest of us turned up. Intended to take photos but low batt for Yanxuan's digicam so think we only managed to take one. Chatted and ate till 10+pm before we left. Had a really nice time together, will miss my classmates and the times we've shared.
Besides Shuduan, Mindy, Yuanlin and Yifen, the rest of us turned up. Intended to take photos but low batt for Yanxuan's digicam so think we only managed to take one. Chatted and ate till 10+pm before we left. Had a really nice time together, will miss my classmates and the times we've shared.
Sunday, June 04, 2006
Gathering at Prof Goh
Shuixian's father was kind enough to offer a ride to Tanah Merah MRT station as the rest of us are meeting there before walking to Prof Goh Yeng Seng's condominium.
We didn't know he invited the diploma crossovers and it was pretty obvious that there's a generation gap as when the aunties started talking, our side kept pretty quiet. Besides Shuduan's group and Yifen, the rest turned up.
Went to Suntec with Shuixian after that and for the first time, I saw that the carpark at suntec is full!!! Imagine how many people are there in the building!?!?!
We didn't know he invited the diploma crossovers and it was pretty obvious that there's a generation gap as when the aunties started talking, our side kept pretty quiet. Besides Shuduan's group and Yifen, the rest turned up.
Went to Suntec with Shuixian after that and for the first time, I saw that the carpark at suntec is full!!! Imagine how many people are there in the building!?!?!
Friday, June 02, 2006
People's Park Complex
The newly renovated shopping area is now furnished with new shops selling mostly beads, accesories, clothes and textiles. Quite a few shops with interesting designs, very similar to Korean style fashion clothing. Didn't have much time to explore the place but I'm glad the famous Yong Tau Foo stall is still at the same place. =)
Over the Hedge
Caught this entertaining and heart-warming movie with Xian-jie...like the 3 small porcupines the most, the vivid colours and catchy tunes are also plus points...can check out the extremely interactive website:
http://www.overthehedgemovie.com
After collecting the 10 items Vincent wants on the site, there's a surprise!
http://www.overthehedgemovie.com
After collecting the 10 items Vincent wants on the site, there's a surprise!
Monday, May 29, 2006
Crash
Got the chance to catch this 2005 movie...lots of thought-provoking issues. Can check out the following website if you're interested: http://www.crashfilm.com//
Friday, May 26, 2006
Cha Tae Hyun's singing
I didn't know this korean actor sings...quite a cool mv...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go-x_0O--fs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go-x_0O--fs
Korean song mixed up
I like this song alot but I thought I heard it from "Sad Love Story" instead of "Love at Harvard"??? Weird...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No0hXTcawbg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No0hXTcawbg
Kiss MV
Extremely touching korean mv with nice song...do check it out if you want! I cried at the end...sob sob...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBspiVK-_hY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBspiVK-_hY
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
G vs S
Gaming is the main problem that he has to overcome...
Shopping is the main problem that she has to overcome...
She dislikes it when he has gaming on his mind when they are out...
He dislikes it when she has shopping on her mind when they are out...
She was upset when he gamed on a date...
He was upset when she shopped on a date...
He apologised...
She apologised...
They have to work things out somehow...
But how???
Shopping is the main problem that she has to overcome...
She dislikes it when he has gaming on his mind when they are out...
He dislikes it when she has shopping on her mind when they are out...
She was upset when he gamed on a date...
He was upset when she shopped on a date...
He apologised...
She apologised...
They have to work things out somehow...
But how???
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
SAM Fiction@love
Visited SAM with Alvin on Sunday...had a great time there cos the exhibitions were very interesting and it's more like pop art for the Fiction@love section...entrance was free as they were having some museum day or something...
Bought a book from the museum shop describing the art works and artists for this exhibition...we had a very late lunch as we were viewing the exhibits and also taking part in the contest that can win a nokia hp worth $838...just need to do a storyboard drawing of 3 pictures and submit there since they have all the materials u need.
Walked to Raffles City for MOS burger before taking the train back. Had dinner with 外婆、大姨 and 大舅's family together at 茂興 the Teochew restaurant at Keypoint. The food there is very nice and reasonably priced but the service is a little below standards. Can try out the 素菜, steamed pomfret, 水晶包 and the yam paste.
Bought a book from the museum shop describing the art works and artists for this exhibition...we had a very late lunch as we were viewing the exhibits and also taking part in the contest that can win a nokia hp worth $838...just need to do a storyboard drawing of 3 pictures and submit there since they have all the materials u need.
Walked to Raffles City for MOS burger before taking the train back. Had dinner with 外婆、大姨 and 大舅's family together at 茂興 the Teochew restaurant at Keypoint. The food there is very nice and reasonably priced but the service is a little below standards. Can try out the 素菜, steamed pomfret, 水晶包 and the yam paste.
Monday, May 22, 2006
Beginning my working life...
First day reporting in school today...reached HGPS by 6:55am...talked to the vice principal and principal briefly. We were introduced to the school after flag raising.
Basically had to conduct relief lessons for 2 teachers, one being the HOD of chinese as he is on course. Don't know which classes i will have to teach and my permanent seat for now. So temporary I'm just like a relief teacher with a table in the resource room...
Taught Maths to a primary 3 class (kilograms and grams conversion) then let them play their own stuff. P6 was the class with alot of problems so just tried to talk to the 2 boys with attitude problem and let the rest do their own stuff quietly.
Went for a p3 chinese excursion trip to Marina City Park with 4 other chinese teachers and 2 parent volunteers...had quite a nice experience but was super tired...reached home only by 4plus, by then i was starving and felt faint...after my late lunch, felt feverish and sick...needed to rest before I felt better after dinner. Tomorrow there's no school as it's the school's polling day holiday. Going shopping and lunch out @ Orchard with Mum...yeah!
Basically had to conduct relief lessons for 2 teachers, one being the HOD of chinese as he is on course. Don't know which classes i will have to teach and my permanent seat for now. So temporary I'm just like a relief teacher with a table in the resource room...
Taught Maths to a primary 3 class (kilograms and grams conversion) then let them play their own stuff. P6 was the class with alot of problems so just tried to talk to the 2 boys with attitude problem and let the rest do their own stuff quietly.
Went for a p3 chinese excursion trip to Marina City Park with 4 other chinese teachers and 2 parent volunteers...had quite a nice experience but was super tired...reached home only by 4plus, by then i was starving and felt faint...after my late lunch, felt feverish and sick...needed to rest before I felt better after dinner. Tomorrow there's no school as it's the school's polling day holiday. Going shopping and lunch out @ Orchard with Mum...yeah!
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
What I'm reading now...
About the book:
吳淡如首次為女人寫的寓言故事：公主整夜不能睡、冬之女王、番茄。在這3個耐人尋味的故事之後的37篇短文裡，吳淡如一語驚人，點破所有女人對愛情、婚姻、生活、人情世故種種迷思，要大家一起來做好命女！
Find the book very entertaining and she is a very good and observant author...still in the midst of reading it...can't bear to return it to the NLB so soon, hope can finish reading before the book is due.
Interesting music...
Male:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXgL1YVquBU
Duet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyOLwqG79cs
Music Competitions: (Great music composers)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmTc_i8plis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvqczVRP5Og
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXgL1YVquBU
Duet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyOLwqG79cs
Music Competitions: (Great music composers)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmTc_i8plis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvqczVRP5Og
Amazing!
I had such a good time laughing! He is so flexible and the music chosen was so appropriate!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIeIWkK0t4s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIeIWkK0t4s
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Down again
Had a slight eye infection last night and thought it will be fine after some eye drops and sleep, however, today in campus, it became worse, so i had to visit the Medical Centre in NTU to see the doc. Went during one of the seminar sections as the soreness and itchiness were getting to difficult to bear.
The doctor diagnosed that I have very sensitive eyes and it is not congevities. I have to take good care and not rub my eyes when something gets in. The best is to use eyedrops but I have to discard them once I've opened the bottle for 1 month.
As i was also suffering from sore throat, she prescribed me with a green lozenges that is very effective...got a slight numbing effect after i eat it but my sore throat is in the recovery state after 2 of it...
Had dinner with Yifen and Alvin...they got the chance to talk and find out a little bit more about each other...(Hao ma remind me to ask u abt the verdict...hehe) Walked around for awhile in Jurong Point before I got a cab back home...think was too tired, I actually dozed off on my way back.
Don't think I can go to the half day programme tmr in campus...something about health education...how to go when im not even in a healthy state? Have to give the SPCA visit planned with Shuixian a miss too...some other day gal ok? Sorry...
The doctor diagnosed that I have very sensitive eyes and it is not congevities. I have to take good care and not rub my eyes when something gets in. The best is to use eyedrops but I have to discard them once I've opened the bottle for 1 month.
As i was also suffering from sore throat, she prescribed me with a green lozenges that is very effective...got a slight numbing effect after i eat it but my sore throat is in the recovery state after 2 of it...
Had dinner with Yifen and Alvin...they got the chance to talk and find out a little bit more about each other...(Hao ma remind me to ask u abt the verdict...hehe) Walked around for awhile in Jurong Point before I got a cab back home...think was too tired, I actually dozed off on my way back.
Don't think I can go to the half day programme tmr in campus...something about health education...how to go when im not even in a healthy state? Have to give the SPCA visit planned with Shuixian a miss too...some other day gal ok? Sorry...
Beginning a new phase of life soon...
Received my posting last week and by 22 may I will report for work as a teacher.
For the past 2 weeks, have been going back to campus and visiting some sites which NIE has arranged for our enrichment course. Managed to squeeze in time for leisure too by going out and getting some shopping done. Perhaps the running around and late nights is taking a toll on my body, been having a sore throat and feeling quite lethargic these few days. Hope to recover soon so that I can be energized to start my teaching career.
Hope to see my ex-students soon...missed them...hehe
For the past 2 weeks, have been going back to campus and visiting some sites which NIE has arranged for our enrichment course. Managed to squeeze in time for leisure too by going out and getting some shopping done. Perhaps the running around and late nights is taking a toll on my body, been having a sore throat and feeling quite lethargic these few days. Hope to recover soon so that I can be energized to start my teaching career.
Hope to see my ex-students soon...missed them...hehe
Sunday, May 14, 2006
So much has happened...
Haven't been online recently as I've been going back to campus for the enrichment programmes...some are quite interesting but others are just time for me to catch up with my classmates...hehe...just came back from a secondary school friends' gathering at east coast last night...had a bbq and even though we can still recognise each other but so much has changed...in terms of what each of us are doing now and how we have become more mature...quite amazing to see the developments in terms of the person's character as well as the varied job scopes...
Had a very fulfilling and enjoyable time catching up. Will probably post some photos at a later date...hope to remain in contact with them in the years to come.
Had a very fulfilling and enjoyable time catching up. Will probably post some photos at a later date...hope to remain in contact with them in the years to come.
Kevin Kern's concert in Singapore
Urgent!!! Trying to look for concert kakis...anyone free on 17 May 2006, Wednesday evening? I've yet to get the tickets cos no one to go with...sigh...i really hope to go for this one night only concert...or i'll have to settle for his cds...sob sob.
Thursday, May 04, 2006
购物热
昨天约了伊芬到乌节路逛逛和吃午餐。我们先在Wisma Food court解决了午餐才购物。她想找一件连身裙，到了Wisma Isetan, 找到了一件粉红色的小洋装，很漂亮，价钱也相当合理 ($79)便买下了。要是我的身材有好妈那么好，我也会买。Hehe...本来在Pepperplus 看上一件上衣 ($22)但是没有我要的粉红色结果没买。伊芬则买了另一件上衣。
到了Far East Plaza, 一间服饰店正在进行促销活动，看上了一件短裙，蛮合身而且便宜 ($25 原价：$40+) 所以不多加考虑就买了。和 Vodaskin 同一楼，各几间店有一家新的Paperpeople。那里的小册子都有很漂亮的设计，黑色的ribbon 也很特别，但要看什么物品，有些较贵。买了三个才$1的小夹子。试了Tangs basement 的薄荷甘蔗汁，还挺清凉的。Sweet talk 的酸梅红茶不但酸又甜还使我整夜难眠。到了临晨3点多才睡。
到了Far East Plaza, 一间服饰店正在进行促销活动，看上了一件短裙，蛮合身而且便宜 ($25 原价：$40+) 所以不多加考虑就买了。和 Vodaskin 同一楼，各几间店有一家新的Paperpeople。那里的小册子都有很漂亮的设计，黑色的ribbon 也很特别，但要看什么物品，有些较贵。买了三个才$1的小夹子。试了Tangs basement 的薄荷甘蔗汁，还挺清凉的。Sweet talk 的酸梅红茶不但酸又甜还使我整夜难眠。到了临晨3点多才睡。
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
5C in a gal
Came up with the 5C in a gal to be fair...hehe
1) Caring: Which guy wouldn't fall for a gal who is so caring and sensitive to his feelings? Guys need to be pampered too.
2) Compatible: It's better to be on the same wavelength in a relationship...although some say they don't mind having bfs who are not of the same educational levels but i think it will affect their communication in the relationship.
3) Cute: Kawaii des ne! Most guys do fantasize that their gfs are those Japanese anime characters...well i did say most and not all...with their huge innocent eyes and darlie commercial smile who wouldn't fall for cuteness?
4) Clever: A gal has to know when it's time to give some space for her guy before it gets too suffocating. It's an art...the game of love that is. Being clever at the right moments can help to sustain a relationship longer.
5) Considerate: Being considerate means being thoughtful to the needs of your partner...know when it is men's talk session, don't interrupt and in my case, gaming session, give him time. Consider it time for you to take a break and head out for chattingor shopping session with ya gal pals. Spare a thought for his feelings too. He is afterall human and not your robot.
1) Caring: Which guy wouldn't fall for a gal who is so caring and sensitive to his feelings? Guys need to be pampered too.
2) Compatible: It's better to be on the same wavelength in a relationship...although some say they don't mind having bfs who are not of the same educational levels but i think it will affect their communication in the relationship.
3) Cute: Kawaii des ne! Most guys do fantasize that their gfs are those Japanese anime characters...well i did say most and not all...with their huge innocent eyes and darlie commercial smile who wouldn't fall for cuteness?
4) Clever: A gal has to know when it's time to give some space for her guy before it gets too suffocating. It's an art...the game of love that is. Being clever at the right moments can help to sustain a relationship longer.
5) Considerate: Being considerate means being thoughtful to the needs of your partner...know when it is men's talk session, don't interrupt and in my case, gaming session, give him time. Consider it time for you to take a break and head out for chattingor shopping session with ya gal pals. Spare a thought for his feelings too. He is afterall human and not your robot.
5S in a guy
Read from Yunny's nickname in msn today: 5S in a guy - Sensitive, Sincere, Sensual, Sexy and Stylish.
Thought that sensual and sexy are similar so decided to change sexy to smart.
Here's my take on what it means to possess the 5S...
1) Sensitive: A guy has to know when his lady is in a lousy mood and takes the initiative to cheer her up. Being sensitive also means daring to reveal his feelings and not be afraid to cry when he feels like it. Of course not as often as a gal lah...hehe.
2) Sincere: A guy has to mean what he says...don't give praises and compliments for the sake of doing them. It is super fake and gals can spot the difference. Being sincere also makes us feel that we are treasured and not taken for granted.
3) Sensual: A guy with confidence and charisma is the most sensual to me. Of course we are not referring to his over the top ego but rather his quiet confidence that he knows what he is doing and what he aims to achieve. Charisma, however, i believe is in a person, either u have it or u don't. Something like creativity...cannot be taught.
4) Smart: Besides being street-smart, a guy has to have substance...without brains and all brawn is simply a himbo who won't help to keep a gal's attention for long...who will want the same poster boy when she can simply select new ones from a couple of fashion magazines?
5) Stylish: Although some people are not blessed with good looks however, knowing how to dress well will help take care of that. It will also help build up a person's confidence by knowing what looks good on you and what is simply a big NO-NO.
Well think that's about all I can write for now...in the meantime will think of something to write for the female side.
Thought that sensual and sexy are similar so decided to change sexy to smart.
Here's my take on what it means to possess the 5S...
1) Sensitive: A guy has to know when his lady is in a lousy mood and takes the initiative to cheer her up. Being sensitive also means daring to reveal his feelings and not be afraid to cry when he feels like it. Of course not as often as a gal lah...hehe.
2) Sincere: A guy has to mean what he says...don't give praises and compliments for the sake of doing them. It is super fake and gals can spot the difference. Being sincere also makes us feel that we are treasured and not taken for granted.
3) Sensual: A guy with confidence and charisma is the most sensual to me. Of course we are not referring to his over the top ego but rather his quiet confidence that he knows what he is doing and what he aims to achieve. Charisma, however, i believe is in a person, either u have it or u don't. Something like creativity...cannot be taught.
4) Smart: Besides being street-smart, a guy has to have substance...without brains and all brawn is simply a himbo who won't help to keep a gal's attention for long...who will want the same poster boy when she can simply select new ones from a couple of fashion magazines?
5) Stylish: Although some people are not blessed with good looks however, knowing how to dress well will help take care of that. It will also help build up a person's confidence by knowing what looks good on you and what is simply a big NO-NO.
Well think that's about all I can write for now...in the meantime will think of something to write for the female side.
Monday, May 01, 2006
Desaru
Went to Malaysia's Desaru with my family on Sunday as my dad's colleague is getting married there and invited him. We reached M'sia by late afternoon and had the herbal chicken at JB before heading to Desaru. The journey was faster than i expected. There was only a small petting zoo and although horse riding was available there was only one very skinny horse and another pony so we forgo that. Went to the beach and the sand is very fine. At night we went to Sungai Rengit and to a school as the dinner is held at the covered basketball court. The bride is same age as me and the bridesgroom is 2 years older. The food was quite nice but it was quite hot.
This morning we went to the beach again to take some more photos before checking out. Bought some fruits along the way and had lunch before heading back to Sg. Didn't have the chance to shop cos Dad is afraid that there will be a traffic jam at the causeway.
This morning we went to the beach again to take some more photos before checking out. Bought some fruits along the way and had lunch before heading back to Sg. Didn't have the chance to shop cos Dad is afraid that there will be a traffic jam at the causeway.
Friday, April 28, 2006
Gone...
Went to town alone to check out the dress I saw at Forever21 on Wed and there's no more stock!!! Can't even try it out! Tried out a white dress at john little at Compasspoint before this and it was only at $39 but mum refuses to buy. Sigh...
Met Celina for coffee and chatting and she has slimmed down alot not due to exercise...stress and bothered...poor thing. Was pouring heavily when I went to meet Alvin in Bishan so was pretty drenched. We went to take a photocard...sis say my smile is fake...*sob*
Met Celina for coffee and chatting and she has slimmed down alot not due to exercise...stress and bothered...poor thing. Was pouring heavily when I went to meet Alvin in Bishan so was pretty drenched. We went to take a photocard...sis say my smile is fake...*sob*
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Bilingual report
Went back to NIE to hand up my final report. Mum came along too as she wanted to eat the yong tau foo. We took a bus down to orchard...the journey was quite long about an hour. Went to Isetan supermarket, Tangs and Takashimaya. By 4+pm we were back at home.
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Bodybalance
Went for the 410pm bodybalance class in Somerset. Did alot of stretching. Met Alvin at Cityhall at 650pm. I was there early so was walking around Raffles City. Saw Fang tai...the cooking lady that used to be on Channel 8.
We had dinner at in at Marina Square foodcourt before walking around Suntec. By 9+pm we had to leave cos he needs to head back to camp.
We had dinner at in at Marina Square foodcourt before walking around Suntec. By 9+pm we had to leave cos he needs to head back to camp.
Monday, April 24, 2006
Debriefing
Met our supervisor at Tampines Mall's Delifrance for the debrief. Just exchanged to take a look at our practicum files. Quite heavy and by about an hour or so later, we left. Went to check out the new sanrio corner in Isetan...super small, don't even have the Melody stickers i was looking for.
Had lunch at Genki Sushi before going home...feel so sleepy and it's going to rain again.
Had lunch at Genki Sushi before going home...feel so sleepy and it's going to rain again.
Sunday, April 23, 2006
Vodaskin
Met Alvin at his house first before having lunch with his sis too at Lucky Plaza food court as she needs to get vegetarian food. We walked around tangs and scott's bodyshop before going to Vodaskin in Far East Plaza.
Valerie treated us to a facial and i had the clarifying mask. It was ok and the promotional price is quite affordable as they are targetting youngsters in the area. Only $25 for a facial or a peel. They offer internet access and even drinks and cookies while u wait as there are only 3 beds. It is located on the same floor as 77th street. Can go try out if have the time. Go relax and pamper yaself.
Walked around far east and got a new brown jacket, looks quite formal but i like the style. Got it for only $26. When in Toa Payoh, saw a similar one going close to $60. Super ex. Contented now...got what i wanted. Hehe.
Josh called while we were having our late lunch. He claims that Alvin looks quite big-sized next to me and Valerie says that it is just a nice way to say that he is fat. Haha. Who cares? Feel more secure mah...
Valerie treated us to a facial and i had the clarifying mask. It was ok and the promotional price is quite affordable as they are targetting youngsters in the area. Only $25 for a facial or a peel. They offer internet access and even drinks and cookies while u wait as there are only 3 beds. It is located on the same floor as 77th street. Can go try out if have the time. Go relax and pamper yaself.
Walked around far east and got a new brown jacket, looks quite formal but i like the style. Got it for only $26. When in Toa Payoh, saw a similar one going close to $60. Super ex. Contented now...got what i wanted. Hehe.
Josh called while we were having our late lunch. He claims that Alvin looks quite big-sized next to me and Valerie says that it is just a nice way to say that he is fat. Haha. Who cares? Feel more secure mah...
Saturday, April 22, 2006
Dinner
After piano lesson, took a cab down to Quality Hotel to have dinner with Alvin's family. It was tough trying to get a cab on a sat evening but luckily didn't have to wait too long. We ate at a vegetarian restaurant. It was a buffet style and the food was nicely made.
Went to Toa Payoh to walk walk and bumped into Josh and hi gf. Met Colin on the bus the last time we went to Orchard. Keep meeting pple we know. Haha. Had a small tiff and he didn't send me home for once.
Went to Toa Payoh to walk walk and bumped into Josh and hi gf. Met Colin on the bus the last time we went to Orchard. Keep meeting pple we know. Haha. Had a small tiff and he didn't send me home for once.
Bugis street bargains
Went to Bugis to walk around and get the small voodoo doll for sis. The shops in bugis street doesn't open so early, i reached there around 12 plus so had to walk around Bugis Junction first. Managed to find the ty mouse for Alvin. Going to be out of stock for the grey one already. Had quite a hard time finding it.
Went to the cafe at Bugis street for lunch. The Sheperd's Pie set was $7.95, comes with soup and drink. The pie was super huge...felt full just looking at it. Can only finish half of it, the other half got the waitress to help me pack it. Bought one pink and one purple voodoo doll. Managed to see a white long lacy skirt going for $16 but decided to walk around first before buying. Met Shuixian for an early dinner at Sakae Sushi after going to the gym. Tried a new machine called Cybex...quite useful to tone the legs and arms as well as butt...haha.
Got the white skirt and managed to bargain for a pink top for $12. Took the same bus with shuixian then changed to bus 58 to bishan. Quite fast. Then due to wrong time estimation, had to wait half and hour for Alvin. Went to Thai Express for tom yam soup. It was the SPICIEST tom yam soup i've ever tasted...can't even finish the soup...drank half bowl only..super spicy...i almost cried man!
Went to the cafe at Bugis street for lunch. The Sheperd's Pie set was $7.95, comes with soup and drink. The pie was super huge...felt full just looking at it. Can only finish half of it, the other half got the waitress to help me pack it. Bought one pink and one purple voodoo doll. Managed to see a white long lacy skirt going for $16 but decided to walk around first before buying. Met Shuixian for an early dinner at Sakae Sushi after going to the gym. Tried a new machine called Cybex...quite useful to tone the legs and arms as well as butt...haha.
Got the white skirt and managed to bargain for a pink top for $12. Took the same bus with shuixian then changed to bus 58 to bishan. Quite fast. Then due to wrong time estimation, had to wait half and hour for Alvin. Went to Thai Express for tom yam soup. It was the SPICIEST tom yam soup i've ever tasted...can't even finish the soup...drank half bowl only..super spicy...i almost cried man!
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
True Spa
Went to Bodycombat in the morning...been sometime since I last had a good workout. Went to taka to help sis get the sanrio hello kitty stickers...i got the cinnamoroll one. Went to Sushi Tei for lunch and tried the Coffee Ice Balls...very nice...only $2.50 for 14 balls...quite worth it. Rich taste though.
Went to Tower A 16th floor for the TrueSpa tour. Weiling was the guide and she gave me a couple of vouchers for their different services. Tried the facial cos it was $52.50 after a $70 voucher. Normally it costs $120 without GST yet. Quite worth it cos one peel and 2 mask. The therapist used cucumber gel mask and a herbal peel as my skin is the combination type. There was also neck and shoulder massage. Real relaxing.
Oh yah, although the deadline for the bilingual report has been extended to next friday, but I'm done with it last nite...so probably will hand in on this friday to get it done and over with.
Met Alvin at Yio Chu Kang MRT station to go his place as on Tuesday and Thursday he can book out at nite but gotta be back in camp by 11pm. His parents sent him back to camp first before sending me home.
Went to Tower A 16th floor for the TrueSpa tour. Weiling was the guide and she gave me a couple of vouchers for their different services. Tried the facial cos it was $52.50 after a $70 voucher. Normally it costs $120 without GST yet. Quite worth it cos one peel and 2 mask. The therapist used cucumber gel mask and a herbal peel as my skin is the combination type. There was also neck and shoulder massage. Real relaxing.
Oh yah, although the deadline for the bilingual report has been extended to next friday, but I'm done with it last nite...so probably will hand in on this friday to get it done and over with.
Met Alvin at Yio Chu Kang MRT station to go his place as on Tuesday and Thursday he can book out at nite but gotta be back in camp by 11pm. His parents sent him back to camp first before sending me home.
Sunday, April 16, 2006
Lazy sunday
Went to Alvin's place for lunch. It was raining again this afternoon so we cuddled up. Quite cold weather. Watched abit of anime also, he helped me record the Ichigo Mashimaro and something else on a dvd i passed him. Can watch at home during my break.
Will be going to Desaru with my parents and sis on 30 April as my dad's friend is getting married...think malay couple. Can go to the beautiful beach there. Hope to do some horse-riding also.
Had dinner at S-11 Bishan Central and was scalded by the hot claypot...need to apply cream to recover...super painful. Walked around in Junction 8 before he sent me home. He will be heading back to camp tonite and can only see him on saturday.
Will be going to Desaru with my parents and sis on 30 April as my dad's friend is getting married...think malay couple. Can go to the beautiful beach there. Hope to do some horse-riding also.
Had dinner at S-11 Bishan Central and was scalded by the hot claypot...need to apply cream to recover...super painful. Walked around in Junction 8 before he sent me home. He will be heading back to camp tonite and can only see him on saturday.
Saturday, April 15, 2006
Sun with Moon with Alvin
Had lunch with Alvin at Sun with Moon today. We ordered Unagi Kamameshi set to share and it tasted really nice. We went to Takashimaya next and of cos to Cold Storage his fave. Walked to Plaza Sg next and along the way got Yami Yogurt peach flavor of cos.
While I had my piano lesson, he went to Bugis to look for his LAN gaming friend. So i had to meet him in Bugis for dinner. We ate at Phin's Steakhouse, it was quite nice and had dessert nearby. Took a walk to Suntec next before taking bus home.
While I had my piano lesson, he went to Bugis to look for his LAN gaming friend. So i had to meet him in Bugis for dinner. We ate at Phin's Steakhouse, it was quite nice and had dessert nearby. Took a walk to Suntec next before taking bus home.
Friday, April 14, 2006
Drenched
Went to Botanical Gardens with Alvin this morning..took 156 from Bishan and alighted at Bukit Timah SMU ex-campus. Walked in abt 590m and visited the National Orchid Garden. There were so many different kinds of orchids and there was even a coolhouse. Took some photos before leaving for Holland Village.
Had lunch at Sushi Tei. Had blisters on my feet and the service there is so good that they took the effort to go to 7-Eleven to buy the plasters when their restuarant didn't have them!!! I'm truly impressed. Perhaps will write an email to commend them. Haha...we went to Robertson Quay next cos thought there's a Keith Harring Exhibition, but the place was closed on this public holiday (Good Friday) and was drenched cos there was a heavy downpour. Even with umbrella we were soaked. Took a bus back to his place. Watched an anime called Ichigo Mashimaro, nope not the rabbit from Korea, but a little Japanese girl and her experiences, quite cute and funny.
Had lunch at Sushi Tei. Had blisters on my feet and the service there is so good that they took the effort to go to 7-Eleven to buy the plasters when their restuarant didn't have them!!! I'm truly impressed. Perhaps will write an email to commend them. Haha...we went to Robertson Quay next cos thought there's a Keith Harring Exhibition, but the place was closed on this public holiday (Good Friday) and was drenched cos there was a heavy downpour. Even with umbrella we were soaked. Took a bus back to his place. Watched an anime called Ichigo Mashimaro, nope not the rabbit from Korea, but a little Japanese girl and her experiences, quite cute and funny.
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Practicum II is over...finally
Finally, the long awaited end has come...practicum 2 has come to a closure. Unfortunatly cos my p4 compo is lagging behind so i will be heading back to the school for the supplementary class on wednesday at 130pm. Luckily just one hour.
Met Alvin at Yio Chu Kang MRT to go to his place to watch "The Cat Returns". Quite an interesting animation...the resolution and quality is also very good. Looks like water and color pencils...although it's done by computer imaging. Met his parents...they are quite nice. =)
Met Alvin at Yio Chu Kang MRT to go to his place to watch "The Cat Returns". Quite an interesting animation...the resolution and quality is also very good. Looks like water and color pencils...although it's done by computer imaging. Met his parents...they are quite nice. =)
Saturday, April 08, 2006
Necklace
Met Alvin from Match.com at Cityhall MRT station at 130pm. We had Carl's Jr for lunch...it wasn't too bad. Walked around and I got 3 gashapons with one hello kitty love for sis. Walked down to Orchard and we passed by SAM where there was a Venezia store with seats so we took our time there. He wanted to go to Heeren so we went there after my piano lesson. Saw this super cute gashapon machine going for $39.90. Went to Lucky Plaza to buy the same lacy top for sis, got the black one. Was at Forever 21 when I saw the heart shaped pendent necklace. Thought it looked nice so got it for $11. Lotsa shopping done lately...think retail therapy helps alot...haha. Anyway 4 more days next week should be fine.
Friday, April 07, 2006
Retail therapy
Had the observation by the moderator yesterday...super scary...he is quite demanding and he was more pleased with the later part of the lesson. Sigh...just hope he will be kind enough to pass me. Went to meet Gideon in the night, spent some time with him at his place. Wanted to borrow serendipity vcd from him but he can't find it. Some other time perhaps.
After school today, went to town to unwind. Was looking for a blouse and managed to find a suitable one at the last shop i visited...don't normally walk in that area on the first floor of far east. Luckily they were having a promotion, so the top was only $15. A good bargain. Somemore the cloth won't crease, don't have to iron. White lacy top, will take a photo next time. Went to Sun with Moon and it was their tea time by the time i reached there. Could use the coupon of 10% discount. Had Niku Udon and Mochi...my fave. Took a long bus ride home cos don't wanna squeeze in the train. Feel so happy to get that top...will post the photo soon.
After school today, went to town to unwind. Was looking for a blouse and managed to find a suitable one at the last shop i visited...don't normally walk in that area on the first floor of far east. Luckily they were having a promotion, so the top was only $15. A good bargain. Somemore the cloth won't crease, don't have to iron. White lacy top, will take a photo next time. Went to Sun with Moon and it was their tea time by the time i reached there. Could use the coupon of 10% discount. Had Niku Udon and Mochi...my fave. Took a long bus ride home cos don't wanna squeeze in the train. Feel so happy to get that top...will post the photo soon.
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Emotional rollercoaster
Had my observation by the school's scm and hod on wednesday...really glad that my efforts paid off...they mentioned that ive improved alot and there shouldn't be a problem if i teach like that every lesson. In the afternoon was actually taking a nap cos super tired that i received the moderator's call...it's liang rong yuan...whom we fondly call liang peh peh...he say that he will observe my p4 class on thursday. Luckily he didn't specify that he wanted to watch a reading lesson cos he is the expert in this area. Im so glad that he chose the p4s cos they are more obedient during lessons. Just hope that all will go as well as today so that i can pass.
Monday, April 03, 2006
Soul
| You Are a Peacemaker Soul |
 You strive to please others and compromise anyway you can. War or conflict bothers you, and you would do anything to keep the peace. You are a good mediator and a true negotiator. Sometimes you do too much, trying so hard to make people happy. While you keep the peace, you tend to be secretly judgmental. You lose respect for people who don't like to both give and take. On the flip side, you've got a graet sense of humor and wit. You're always dimplomatic and able to give good advice. Souls you are most compatible with: Warrior Soul, Hunter Soul and Visionary Soul |
Ideal relationship
| Your Ideal Relationship is Polyamory |
 You want to have your cake... and everyone else's. Which isn't a bad thing, if everyone else gets to eat too! You're too much of a free spirit to be tied down by a traditional relationship. You think relationships should be open and free, with few restrictions. |
Inner Child
| Your Inner Child Is Surprised |
 You see many things through the eyes of a child. Meaning, you're rarely cynical or jaded. You cherish all of the details in life. Easily fascinated, you enjoy experiencing new things. |
Where I should be...
| You Belong in Paris |
 You enjoy all that life has to offer, and you can appreciate the fine tastes and sites of Paris. You're the perfect person to wander the streets of Paris aimlessly, enjoying architecture and a crepe. |
Coffee type
| You Are a Frappacino |
 At your best, you are: fun loving, sweet, and modern At your worst, you are: childish and over indulgent You drink coffee when: you're craving something sweet Your caffeine addiction level: low |
What says...
| What Your Face Says |
 At first glance, people see you as warm and well-balanced. Overall, your true self is reserved and logical. With friends, you seem dramatic, lively, and quick to react. In love, you seem mysterious and interesting. In stressful situations, you seem selfish and moody. |
5 Variable Love Test
| Your Five Variable Love Profile |
 Propensity for Monogamy: Your propensity for monogamy is medium. In general, you prefer to have only one love interest. But it's hard for you to stay devoted for too long! There's too much eye candy to keep you from wandering. Experience Level: Your experience level is medium. You probably have had a couple significant loves. And you may have even had your heart broken. But you haven't really dated a wide variety of people. Dominance: Your dominance is low. This doesn't mean you're a doormat, just balanced. You know a relationship is not about getting your way. And you love to give your sweetie a lot of freedom. Cynicism: Your cynicism is low. You are an eternal optimist when it comes to love and romance. No matter how many times you've been hurt - you're never bitter. You believe in one true love, your perfect soulmate. And if you haven't found true love yet, you know you will soon. Independence: Your independence is high. You don't need to be in love, and sometimes you don't even want love. Having your own life is very important for you... Even more important than having a relationship. |
Hidden Talent
| Your Hidden Talent |
 You are a great communicator. You have a real way with words. You're never at a loss to explain what you mean or how you feel. People find it easy to empathize with you, no matter what your situation. When you're up, you make everyone happy. But when you're down, everyone suffers. |
Keys to my heart...hmm
| The Keys to Your Heart |
 You are attracted to those who are unbridled, untrammeled, and free. In love, you feel the most alive when your partner is patient and never willing to give up on you. You'd like to your lover to think you are optimistic and happy. You would be forced to break up with someone who was ruthless, cold-blooded, and sarcastic. Your ideal relationship is lasting. You want a relationship that looks to the future... one you can grow with. Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment. You think of marriage as something precious. You'll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred. In this moment, you think of love as something you don't need. You just feel like flirting around and playing right now. |
What American City am I?
| You Are Austin |
 A little bit country, a little bit rock and roll. You're totally weird and very proud of it. Artistic and freaky, you still seem to fit in... in your own strange way. Famous Austin residents: Lance Armstrong, Sandra Bullock, Andy Roddick |
What do people envy about me?
| People Envy Your Generosity |
 You're a giving soul, and you'd do almost anything for those you love. And they'd do anything for you! People may envy how giving you are, but more than anything, they envy those you open your heart to. |
Hypocrisy
Don't understand why some people like to by hypocrites...according to Merriam Websters Online...hyprocrisy: a feigning to be what one is not or to believe what one does not; especially : the false assumption of an appearance of virtue or religion.
Personally feel that this is real disgusting...there's no valid reason to be this way when you can be truthful. However, in our lives, either in school or at work we are bound to meet people like that. Unfortunately, lately I've met two. Not going to mention names here lest I get a lawyer's letter...no money and time for that.
Find it revolting and utterly pointless but HAVE to pretend that I'm unaware of the hypocrisy lurking around. So sad right? Cannot openly show your feelings. Just got to bear with it I suppose. Sigh...Wednesday is the observation by the scm and hod...have prepared the lessonplan and teaching materials, just need to wait for the feedback from the relevant teachers. Hope don't have to change much stuff.
Personally feel that this is real disgusting...there's no valid reason to be this way when you can be truthful. However, in our lives, either in school or at work we are bound to meet people like that. Unfortunately, lately I've met two. Not going to mention names here lest I get a lawyer's letter...no money and time for that.
Find it revolting and utterly pointless but HAVE to pretend that I'm unaware of the hypocrisy lurking around. So sad right? Cannot openly show your feelings. Just got to bear with it I suppose. Sigh...Wednesday is the observation by the scm and hod...have prepared the lessonplan and teaching materials, just need to wait for the feedback from the relevant teachers. Hope don't have to change much stuff.
Sunday, April 02, 2006
Failure to Launch
Met Steve at Esplanade library...haven't been there for quite some time...managed to find some taiwanese score book that appears more like a magazine and the songs are quite recent too like I do by Rain and managed to find Andy Lau's music collection volume 1 and also 5566 first score book. Went to photocopy cos my card cannot borrow. Need to subscribe to the membership per year think around 50 bucks.
Had Ichiban Boshi lunch and then we walked for awhile at Citylink before he went to meet his friends while i went to Plaza Sg for piano. Bought the Outfitter Girl's bag finally and had a 20% discount cos there were some small scratches at the sides. Hehe...gd bargain.
Bought tickets to "Failure to Launch" for the 9pm show before having Thai express dinner with Tongli...tried the green curry laksa...nice...the pineaple ice blend is also just nice too, not too sweet. Since we still had some time we headed for The Irish Pub and i had a Heineken.
The movie is pretty good...recommended...sweet romantic comedy with the dashing Matthew McConaughey...who can resist? Luckily he has a car so was home by 11plus pm.
Saturday, April 01, 2006
CK Nokia Fashion Show
Met Ace at Wheelock but Sun with Moon is packed so went to Ajisen at Taka for dinner, luckily we were early so could get a table. Had to lined up before entering the tentage outside Ngee Ann City for the show. Denise Keller from MTV was walking around think she's looking for nice looking people to film. David Gan and Wu Qing Kang was also there. Initially there were no more seats, thought have to stand but the usher managed to find 2 seats in the 2nd row. The view was good but the caucasians in front were pretty tall so could only video through the gaps between them. Couldn't take photos cos the models were moving quite fast.
The show started around 830pm and had a couple dancing ballet then the models came in one by one. A particular female model had a rather weird walking style, she lifted her knee and sorta kick her feet forward. There were only a asian female and male, and several blond female models looked alike. There was a particular male model who looks so good...haha.
I like the skirts they featured and bag. Went to the store in Taka for a brief look. There was a bag that had a special color, between gold and bronze but costs $269. Don't intend to spend so much on a bag. Ordered the last brown Outfitter Girl's bag at Plaza Singapura so will be getting it tmr since i won't get the chance to travel already.
I was at Wheelock Place earlier so went to the toy collectible store. Got a small set of Cinnamoroll stationery and stamp set for $24. The stamps were extremely cute, will take picture of it some day to post here.
The fashion show was pretty short till about 850pm but there was a goodie bag with 2 magazines, Female and Bazaar. There was a Nokia notebook and also a bottle of Coke Light. Went to Coffeebean at Borders for a drink and chat after that. Intended to catch a cab back home but bus was here so guai guai took bus home. Sis helped do up my hair into a bun!
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Still not enough
Had my 2nd Supervisor observation today...kind of expected her to come today...so she observed my primary 4 class but she was not satisfied. Thinks that i could have done more with regards to showing my teaching capabilities...was told that she will arrange for a moderator from NIE to come observe once in order to write the final report...this is lousy news man...will probably get one of my lecturers, just hope that he or she will be benevolent enough to grant me a pass...im not asking for much, a pass will do, i have no money to pay MOE...i cannot afford to break the bond...
Will also have another observation by my SCM and HOD next week, have chosen my primary 4 class on wednesday. Think sticking to teaching the text, less risk...just need to get the lessonplan done earlier so that can consult my CT. Feel so upset...it's like putting in effort and getting zero for results.
I even got a nightmare last night, dreaming that I had to continue to do powerpoint for teaching even on Chinese New Year where alot of friends and relatives are visiting and I'm still working away. Damn pathetic.
REALLY praying that I will pass the 2 observations safely and not have anymore hiccups...cannot afford them. SIGH *_*
Will also have another observation by my SCM and HOD next week, have chosen my primary 4 class on wednesday. Think sticking to teaching the text, less risk...just need to get the lessonplan done earlier so that can consult my CT. Feel so upset...it's like putting in effort and getting zero for results.
I even got a nightmare last night, dreaming that I had to continue to do powerpoint for teaching even on Chinese New Year where alot of friends and relatives are visiting and I'm still working away. Damn pathetic.
REALLY praying that I will pass the 2 observations safely and not have anymore hiccups...cannot afford them. SIGH *_*
Friday, March 24, 2006
Next week 3 left
Completed one observation for p5 today by my cooperating teacher...unsure about how it went, taught moral education to the class and did some activities in the workbook. Supposed to have observation next week with the HOD and SCM but in the end it's only SCM and I don't have to do composition writing if I don't intend to. Will have to print out the lessonplan for him on monday. Next week will also have a surprise observation by my supervisor, during our briefing, we did asked her if she will do surprise visits and she said no...haiz, cannot believe anything they say...all for the sake of giving u a false sense of comfort first. Just glad that there's only 15 more working days for us...but last night my parents did not agree to me going travelling to australia...but i really wish i can go cos i want to unwind before starting the NE courses and mentoring program in NIE in may and june...please offer some suggestions as to how i can convince them to let me go...thanks!
Monday, March 20, 2006
On MC again
Woke up this morning but my eye has not recovered yet so have to sms a few people in school and also inform the school that i can't be in school today. Slept till abt 11am then woke up and finished watching the sad love story korean drama...the ending was very sad...made me cry again and again...found this japanese website with lotsa nice photos of the drama.
http://www.sadlovestory.co.jp
Saturday, March 18, 2006
Congevities
Again, the eye infection struck...it's exactly one month after the first time...but this time round in my left eye...what's with dust? Keep getting attracted to my eyes...not fun lor...keep tearing...sigh...had to go to the docs and get eye drops and MC...covered till monday only...sigh if only tuesday also covered...haha then observation by supervisor can change...and guess what, my mum still expects me to go for piano lessons! How to go???
NYDC
Went to suntec with mum and sis for the food fair at tower 1 convention hall. The usual stalls like satay and laksa was there. Met Yunny for some window shopping and went to NYDC for some snacks...we tried the elephanchinno...really huge drink and i tried the mocha one...quite nice...we also tried the onion rings which looked abit chao dar...then the spuk nik which was potato with moserella cheese and bacon bits was very nice...should try...reached home by 5plus...somehow my left eye had some dust and it's quite red and tearing like the last time with my right...hope i don't need to go to the docs cos on mon and tue i have observations!!! But then again if im on mc then i got excuse for my sup to change my lesson obs and she may observe my darling p4s instead...haha.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Gift Vouchers
Received a registered post today, it's from MCYS cos was a volunteer with them briefly and to show their appreciation, they have enclose a $50 gift voucher from Popular. Think if necessary will use it to buy the chinese typing software i need. Still watching the korean drama...super sad...
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Glico
Went to Orchard to buy some japanese sidedish. Was suppose to go to the gym but received a hard knock on the elbow in the restroom in wisma cos there was this cubicle where the door swings out and there were some kids i had to avoid so yah...think will get blue-black.
Went to Sushi Tei at Takashimaya...tried the tempura udon ok only and also tried a dessert that is fruit flavored ice balls by Glico...quite nice. Think only that place has it...
My sup sms me yesterday telling me that she's observing me on 21 mar which is a tuesday and observing my p5 class again...SIGH...think i have to resort to bribing my students...
Went to Sushi Tei at Takashimaya...tried the tempura udon ok only and also tried a dessert that is fruit flavored ice balls by Glico...quite nice. Think only that place has it...
My sup sms me yesterday telling me that she's observing me on 21 mar which is a tuesday and observing my p5 class again...SIGH...think i have to resort to bribing my students...
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Gym again
Met Celina at Somerset's Cali for a slight workout...have been some time since i last gymed...we went to Paragon's basement's japanese restaurant to have tea. They have a dessert set so tried that out and the soba...it was quite nice. Went to taka and got a cinamoroll pencil and card holder. Headed home in the packed train around 5pm.
Monday, March 13, 2006
IKEA
First day of my one week break from school...yippee...not only students rejoice during holidays ok...oh well went to IKEA with mum and sis and got a notebook for $1.90 and a teddy bear...so adorable right?
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Sushi Jiro
Went to Sushi Jiro with my family for dinner. Had sashimi, sushi, tempura, sushi roll, shabu shabu...the food is so good that i felt so full after dinner..can hardly walk...haha
Sad Love Story
Currently watching this set of korean drama, the young boy that befriended the blind gal acted in "The Way Home", think he is a good actor...cried in the first disc...going to need more tissue paper.
Saturday, March 11, 2006
Eligible bachelors
Went to Thai Express for green chicken curry and calamari, felt that the rice was abit too hard...not enough water...the green chicken curry actually tasted very nice.
Met Francis at Cityhall and went to Kokon Tozai...bought a hair accessory for $24.90...yah i know it's ex but i like the design, almost bought a pendant that can be a handphone accessory. Cos bought the hair accessory already so didn't get the pendant.
There was some photo taking session by the Cleo's 50 most eligible bachelors at plaza singapura so that was quite a crowd. Think there was this chinese guy who looks good but didn't see him in person there though...too many pple trying to take photos with them. Bumped into Chin Wee or Ah bee with his gf...he has become more mature and slimmer than when in sec sch days...his is still in NUS engineering 2nd year while his gf was in NTU business and has started working.
Had a Swenson's ice-cream mocha almond...yummy...
Met Francis at Cityhall and went to Kokon Tozai...bought a hair accessory for $24.90...yah i know it's ex but i like the design, almost bought a pendant that can be a handphone accessory. Cos bought the hair accessory already so didn't get the pendant.
There was some photo taking session by the Cleo's 50 most eligible bachelors at plaza singapura so that was quite a crowd. Think there was this chinese guy who looks good but didn't see him in person there though...too many pple trying to take photos with them. Bumped into Chin Wee or Ah bee with his gf...he has become more mature and slimmer than when in sec sch days...his is still in NUS engineering 2nd year while his gf was in NTU business and has started working.
Had a Swenson's ice-cream mocha almond...yummy...
Friday, March 10, 2006
Sports Day and Hot Yoga
The school had it's sports day at Hougang Stadium yesterday morning...the school bus was late so everything was delayed slightly. The cheerleading competition was not as interesting as last year's, and purple house won this year.
Went down to Hitachi Towers by catching a limosine cab and went to Teaspa for tom yam soup and a tea they named "Awake". The tom yam soup is more sour then spicy and the tea was only ok. Went to Bodyshop and Green Sanctuary...realised that i didn't have my atm card with me...so couldn't do any treatments. Went to the next building and found a POSB bank. Managed to withdraw money even though I didn't have my bankbook or my atm card...so headed back to Green Sanctuary for my equalising facial...
Attended Hot Yoga at True Yoga nearby as i was contacted for a free session. Feel that hot yoga is more interesting and we had the session in a room where it was 38 degree celsius. Cos Jianming was having a meeting at Tanjong Pagar so i met him there and cos i forgot to bring the settler's cafe discount card, we headed for plaza singapura instead. We went to Ichiban Boshi and the soft shell crab there is very nice. Reached home by 10pm and i was dead tired...went to sleep almost immediately. Still considering if i should get the outfitter girls bag...
Went down to Hitachi Towers by catching a limosine cab and went to Teaspa for tom yam soup and a tea they named "Awake". The tom yam soup is more sour then spicy and the tea was only ok. Went to Bodyshop and Green Sanctuary...realised that i didn't have my atm card with me...so couldn't do any treatments. Went to the next building and found a POSB bank. Managed to withdraw money even though I didn't have my bankbook or my atm card...so headed back to Green Sanctuary for my equalising facial...
Attended Hot Yoga at True Yoga nearby as i was contacted for a free session. Feel that hot yoga is more interesting and we had the session in a room where it was 38 degree celsius. Cos Jianming was having a meeting at Tanjong Pagar so i met him there and cos i forgot to bring the settler's cafe discount card, we headed for plaza singapura instead. We went to Ichiban Boshi and the soft shell crab there is very nice. Reached home by 10pm and i was dead tired...went to sleep almost immediately. Still considering if i should get the outfitter girls bag...
Tuesday, March 07, 2006
Supervisor observation 1
Had my primary 5 observation by my supervisor today...the students were not cooperative at all...keep talking even when im talking or when their friends are presenting. Once they start talking, i will just keep quiet and wait for them to shut up...but in less than 5 minutes' time they will revert back to talking amongst themselves. If they are talking about things related to the compo writing it is not that bad, however, that is not the case, they are talking abt other matters not related to my teaching...so irritated by them...they were punished as a class yesterday yet today after warning from my cooperating teacher, they still refuse to listen and cooperate...my supervisor thinks they are too much, treating both of us as if we are transparent. She asked me not to tolerate and feels that i was very poor thing, standing in front yet my presence is not felt.
The only good thing she said was that i prepared well and the teaching aids used were interesting. Besides that she noticed that my smile is quite rare but i look great when i do...come on lah, when your class discipline is in a total mess, can u still smile? Feel so defeated and disappointed...all the effort of preparing the lesson seems to have gone down the drain...feel so awful...called liyin cos she had her observation before me in the morning...hers is worse cos the sup commented alot of negative points for hers and liyin actually cried after she left...think the disappointment is so great that she needed to cry out...really very sian when u plan and plan then in the end, things don't work out...it's like u did all that for nothing.
Anyway, the p5s are going to get it from me tomorrow...im not going to be miss nice anymore...they have gone too far...im going to let them know what it is like to trifle with me...seeking their own death...miss nice is going on holiday...miss fury is taking her place.
The only good thing she said was that i prepared well and the teaching aids used were interesting. Besides that she noticed that my smile is quite rare but i look great when i do...come on lah, when your class discipline is in a total mess, can u still smile? Feel so defeated and disappointed...all the effort of preparing the lesson seems to have gone down the drain...feel so awful...called liyin cos she had her observation before me in the morning...hers is worse cos the sup commented alot of negative points for hers and liyin actually cried after she left...think the disappointment is so great that she needed to cry out...really very sian when u plan and plan then in the end, things don't work out...it's like u did all that for nothing.
Anyway, the p5s are going to get it from me tomorrow...im not going to be miss nice anymore...they have gone too far...im going to let them know what it is like to trifle with me...seeking their own death...miss nice is going on holiday...miss fury is taking her place.
Monday, March 06, 2006
Shout
Have to go through the primary 5 papers today with the students. They did very badly, only 5 passed the test. Yet when we were going through the corrections, they still dare to talk...was so furious with them that i shouted at them...they were quite shocked that i can be so loud...i didn't know also...haha...oh well, i suppose when u are really angry the energy channelled can be rather powerful...had the whole class stand up to do their corrections...only when they have quietened down then i let them sit down...then some complained that the comprehension answers are too long...hello...im writing on the board for them, isn't it the same? One girl asked me to use the visualisor but i chose to write...at least it's clearer and bigger for those who can't see. Had white space where teachers from the chinese department gather to discuss and raise questions regarding to teaching...afterwhich there was assembly but cos one of my cooperating teachers will be on course tomorrow after school so had discussion with scm and 2 cts during assembly. My scm's negative feelings towards me is so obvious that even Mas commented that she noticed he seems to be against me...when ive done nothing wrong...haiz...no choice...tomorrow observation by supervisor, hope all goes well..p5s better be good or they'll get it from me...hiak hiak...
Saturday, March 04, 2006
Outfitter Girls
Went to meet Karan as he wanted to learn chinese. Need to help him get Chinese textbooks starting from Primary 1. With more vocab first. Went to Plaza Sg for piano next and after class, was walking around when I saw that the tops in Outfitter Girls was going for a special px. Tried on the top and realised that the material is very comfortable. Get 2 and it's $23, 1 is $15. Got one for sis and then saw the brown bowling bag...it's $36...still deciding if should buy cos a little casual. But it is big enough for my stuff. Will see how again cos they have a corner in Wisma's Isetan also.
Friday, March 03, 2006
Chocz
Met Yunny for lunch at Sun with Moon at 130pm. The coffee here is nice and the aroma is great. Had sushi and udon set. Had my p5 observation today. All went well, managed to complete all that I set out to do in the lesson plan which was good. Went to Isetan supermarket to get some snacks before going to Far East. Walked around and managed to get the hair accessory that sis asked me to help buy. Bought Memoirs of a Geisha from a second hand bookstore for $13.
Went to Paragon next and couldn't resist pampering myself for a treatment at Green Sanctuary. Went for Tummy Compress and eye intensive treatment. The massage for the eyes was good. Very soothing and relaxing. Met Karan for dinner at Thai Express. The green curry is actually very tasty. Taste good on it's own, don't need the rice I feel. Saw lotsa different chocs from Chocz and Karan bought some and cos they are weighed and then priced, just a few costs $25!!! So expensive right? But they taste real good....yummy...
Still looking for suitable big bag and shoes for myself...on the lookout for good bargains...hehe
Went to Paragon next and couldn't resist pampering myself for a treatment at Green Sanctuary. Went for Tummy Compress and eye intensive treatment. The massage for the eyes was good. Very soothing and relaxing. Met Karan for dinner at Thai Express. The green curry is actually very tasty. Taste good on it's own, don't need the rice I feel. Saw lotsa different chocs from Chocz and Karan bought some and cos they are weighed and then priced, just a few costs $25!!! So expensive right? But they taste real good....yummy...
Still looking for suitable big bag and shoes for myself...on the lookout for good bargains...hehe
Thursday, March 02, 2006
Lesson plans completed waiting to clear observations
Completed all my lesson plans just this afternoon...cos Mdm Low requested for a more detailed lesson plan for the observation tomorrow so have to update and fine tune the one which I've prepared previously.
Think just left with powerpoints if i wish to do. Had my first observation by Miss Lim with the p4s on Wed. She has yet to get back to me regarding how I did cos she's busy. Just have to wait patiently. Tomorrow is the p5 first observation, hope all goes well. Next Tuesday, supervisor will observe the p5s...unsure if will be doing composition writing teaching. Still need to consult my CT, see what she suggest. But at least now can relax a bit cos this time start earlier with lesson plans and observations.
Think just left with powerpoints if i wish to do. Had my first observation by Miss Lim with the p4s on Wed. She has yet to get back to me regarding how I did cos she's busy. Just have to wait patiently. Tomorrow is the p5 first observation, hope all goes well. Next Tuesday, supervisor will observe the p5s...unsure if will be doing composition writing teaching. Still need to consult my CT, see what she suggest. But at least now can relax a bit cos this time start earlier with lesson plans and observations.
Wednesday, March 01, 2006
Johari window
Suppose to get friends to select adjectives that describe me...hmm wonder how accurate this is, here goes:
http://kevan.org/johari?name=Cinnamoroll
http://kevan.org/johari?name=Cinnamoroll
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Funny comment
Today during my p4 lesson, I was teaching the class moral education and we came across a chapter about having a barbecue at the chalet. So Jian Cheng who likes to offer answers mention that there might be hotdogs also and he said 烧狗 instead of 热狗. Couldn't help but laugh out loud. He can be pretty adorable sometimes, with his chipmunk look.
Glad that the p4s are more responsive, at least I know they are listening and paying attention. For sometime today some started speaking in english and they were fined 10cents each time. But was told this method is not that effective and not that suitable so will inform them to get their money back tmr. They have to find stories or riddles to tell the class. In this way, they will be able to benefit from the stories and learn more.
Glad that the p4s are more responsive, at least I know they are listening and paying attention. For sometime today some started speaking in english and they were fined 10cents each time. But was told this method is not that effective and not that suitable so will inform them to get their money back tmr. They have to find stories or riddles to tell the class. In this way, they will be able to benefit from the stories and learn more.
Sunday, February 26, 2006
Pri sch gathering
After piano lessons, drop by at Centrepoint's Bodyshop to get what i need cos can use the coupon of 30% discount. Plaza Sg didn't have one of the things i needed to get so have to go to Centrepoint.
Met my primary sch friends at Heeren's Marche. Lynn and her bf, Angel, Delong, Boon Chuan and Mariko were present. We chatted and intended to get coffee after dinner but everywhere was crowded. Hence we went to Cineleisure's More Than Words and saw Shuwei there. Mariko and myself saw the sanrio soft toys and couldn't resist. I got one with baby Kitty and Cinnamoroll. Mariko got the Melody and Usahana one. Cos Shuwei is working there so got a little discount. Shared a cab back with Boon Chuan. Slept only at 2am.
Friday, February 24, 2006
Sick again
Last night think I've flu so took panadol cold before sleeping but this morning did not improve. Have to drag myself to school. Took another tablet in school but condition did not improve also. Still have to teach, so went through the day very much in a daze.
Couldn't leave school early also cos not going to see a doc so no MC or verification. Went home, took another tablet before sleeping my afternoon away. Seems like this practicum is not too good...keep falling ill...sigh
Couldn't leave school early also cos not going to see a doc so no MC or verification. Went home, took another tablet before sleeping my afternoon away. Seems like this practicum is not too good...keep falling ill...sigh
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