National Library

Got a day off from lessons due to NTU Flagday, so took the chance to check out the newly opened central library with Mum. Quite impressed by the huge selections located at the reference levels. Caught two exhibitions of photography works and developments in Singapore. The famous Singaporean calligrapher, Chen Rui Xian was being interviewed by a Chinese reporter at the rare collections section. The nice view from the higher levels left a deep impression. However, the new, taller building lacks a sense of cosiness as compared to the now-demolised Stamford Road central library.

Fireworks Preview

NDP rehearsals meant that spectacular fireworks displays should be available at the finale of the whole performance. Although I have my doubts about catching the fireworks preview as this year's venue is at the Padang instead of Kallang Stadium, I joined my sis gamely to await the "live" show.

The first round of mini fireworks; the appetisers started by 8:05. 2 mega beams of light were noted shining into the skies as the main course; the second round of bigger and more fireworks were being prepared. By 8:30, dessert was served. We left the small window where we caught the live action feeling contented.

Wasted trip: Not

Tried calling the coordinator but couldn't reach him. So had to make a trip to NIE personally. Met Huili on the same bus, by the time Corinne arrived, a queue had formed outside the coordinator's door. Someone remarked that we were like patients in queue waiting to see the doctor for remedies. Sigh...Shortly after Yanxuan arrived, we were next in line and since all of us had the same problem, we went in as a grp.

Once he realised we were Chinese teachers, he started the discussion in Chinese. Think he's frustrated by the complications in the system and having to refer students to different departments. He referred us to the lecturer in charge of the GE; the specialist to enquire. Before leaving, he remarked that the lecturer can't speak Chinese, we'll have to communicate with him in English..."discrimination based on language abilities"? Headed to the next building to try our luck. It's lunch hour and we've not met the lecturer before. Glad to be able to clarify the matter and understand that the first lesson begins on Mon.

Timetable Boo boo

Another day out with Mum in Bugis area, passed by Jackie Chan Sports Club but didn't enter the new gym...new corner in Seiyu Level 3 selling Hush Hush merchandise...the interesting bags caught my attention.

Haven't really been online lately & the recent overcast skies makes me feel like going into hibernation. Can't afford this leisurely lifestyle soon cos new semester beginning next Mon. Yet, timetable still has some problems with regards to GE registered. Hope can clarify the matter with the person-in-charge by tomorrow.

Walk walk

Accompanied Mum to have lunch & check out Novena Square & United Square since we've not been there for sometime, see if there's any changes...Had lunch @ Ichiban Boshi & for the first time was disappointed with the Agedashi toufu...the skin was overfried & the 豆腐 inside tasted more like 豆干. Not much changes to the shops there but noted quite a cool CD shop in United Square...like the decor which resembles a lounge bar.

Quite startled upon my return to find the air-con in my room automatically switched on (waste electricity!!!)...think the remote has some probs..previously without using the timer mode the air-con will stop while the power is on...hope the routine check tomorrow will declare it ok or else need to spend $...

Dim Sum

Met Celina to go gyming at Somerset...didn't attend any class just used the machines. Went into the sauna room too, been some time since i last stepped inside.

Had Dim Sum with Mum & 大姨 at Teochew City of Centrepoint. Went shopping in Robinsons and OG before heading home.

Received Jh's sms that she's finally back in Sg...hope to meet up this saturday =)

Completion

Just finished typing in all the data and my eyes are feeling so sleepy, even blinking is real slow. Heading for lunch soon...getting quite sick of the food cos not much of a variety here...at least tmr I don't have to travel all the way here to Boon Lay.

New nephew

Went to my cousin's place to celebrate his newborn's first month...got to view some of Ah Siong kor kor's photographs...really like the tsunami aftermath where a small flower was the shot's focus...the baby boy is named Tze Raye （柯子锐）, quite a nice name. Didn't dare carry the baby cos he's so small, perhaps gotta wait till he turns 1 at least. =)

Plaza Sg Saturday

Met Linda for lunch at Plaza Singapura's Mos Burger...had a nice time catching up. Did a little shopping with her too. Had to wait for abt 2 hrs before piano lesson begins...did walk around to check out some clothes & gift shops but nothing caught my attention...

Cinnamoroll

Just trying out the "add image" function in blogger with an image of my fave Sanrio character. =)

Finally

Just completed the coding for all the 68 groups...whew...a little sense of accomplishment =) Now switching to the brainless task of typing the previous data into Excel.

《冬季恋歌》

Caught the last episode of 《冬季恋歌》 with Mum late last night. Didn't watch the whole drama but Mum told me the summary of the story. Basically the nice sceneries featured in the drama was what made it a real success.

Gathering

Spent a nice evening catching up with some of my NIE classmates yesterday. Tried Yakiniku set in OA (Somerset, row of shophouse with lotsa eateries)...didn't know they cooked it with capsicum..had to put them aside cos don't really take to the strong taste.

We headed for TCC in Cineleisure next. Ordered Macademia Frappe...had a little almond-like taste. Got to try Hazelnut Frappe & Mighty Joe Young (will be a fave for banana lovers) too. Screen-saver mode apparent to Shuixian & Yifen as we took a leisurely stroll to Dhoby Ghaut station.

Grandma's birthday

No piano lesson today (Yamaha holiday) so could join family for lunch & headed to Funan IT Mall, MC2 to collect the NEC laptop Dad ordered from cousin. In the evening, went out for family dinner at a Teochew Restaurant in Amoy Street to celebrate Grandma's birthday. Ate quite a lot today...gd appetite =P

Dizzy

Felt slightly dizzy as I tried waking up early today for the long awaited gym trip. Figured it's the accumulation of insufficient sleep over the week. Decided to get more rest before spending a gd afternoon with Mum going to different malls in Orchard as planned earlier.

遇见

午餐时间，在学院的餐厅遇见几张熟悉的脸孔。新一批的教师人数不少，正如芬姐所预测；开学可能又要回到准备面包的日子。。。亲自到图书馆一趟, 仍然找不到 Debussy's Arabesque...心情些许低落 >_<

Waiting

Waiting eagerly just outside the glass door, craning necks & anxious eyes of numerous teenage gals...must be waiting for their idol/s arriving in Sg. Imagine catching a glimpse of their fave idol after the long wait...but like what sis pointed out, wouldn't the wait be in vain if special arrangements are made for a secret passage out of the airport?

Young toddler leaves her tiny finger prints on the glass panels as mummy tells her where to spot daddy. Daddy whips out his digicam & takes a shot to capture the wide smile on baby girl's face.

Eager to spot their loved ones, those in wait line the glass panels, blocking the view of those seated. Between the gaps, I scan the crowd for that familiar face. The moment I stood up, my eyes met the one we've been waiting for. Must admit, there's slight glee for being the one to spot him first. Thank goodness, baggage collection was brief & we were spared the pandemonium.

Deliberation

Had some problems logging into the globalkc site so decided to check the portal for upcoming semester's modules info...

Looking through the list of modules, especially the general electives; seems like I'm spoilt for choices yet sense of uncertainty lurks...will my lucky stars shine & allow me to select a GE where there's no clashes with other modules? Advice needed >_<

Madagascar

Escapees from NY		Aliens in Madagascar

Thanks to 大姨 who sent us the 2 free movie passes, caught this entertaining animation film with sis today @ Bishan.

MVP 情人 vs 西街少年

与小妹用了大约两天的时间迅速地把《MVP情人》第二部看完。某些情节看似“老掉牙”的拍摄手法但因为人物个性的塑造还是会让观众有所感动。这部偶像剧的故事环绕着篮球和高中生的生活展开；让我回忆起中学和初院时期的某些情景。^_^

前些日子看了几集《西街少年》（也是因小妹的影响），但觉得《MVP 情人》的内容较吸引我这种浪漫主义+现实主义的人。现在先做个小比较，等把《西街少年》看完再给多些评语会比较公平吧。=P

18/6/05：看完了《西街少年》还是较喜欢《MVP情人》；觉得西街里有些情节太夸张、和漫画较相似。

MVP	Westside