Lunch

I had lunch with juliana despite having duty in camp thanks to my duty partner !! :D though it was just 30 mins but it meant a whole lot more to me : )

i'm off to bed ! nights !

Courage

Many times did i wanted to blog but couldn't find enough courage to type in here. some sensitive issues and other time about what I'm going through/thinking.

Through this 1 year plus in NS i have matured a lot, met many good people from different walks of life and also met Juliana :)
I'm glad that they have entered my life through this period of time.
We have been through tough times(BMT [basic military training] and BMC[basic medic course]) and smooth times (HQ Life, less physical demanding) i want to take this opportunity to thank them.
My BMT Bunkmate Kennyfor the support given during BMT.
My Tekong buddies - Wei jian, Guoce, Gerard and Shirong
My HQ Friends - Joel(lunch Buddy) and Ying Tang(my colleague)
BMC - Wei Siang for not scolding me when i miss my shots, whom ended up taking more of my needles ! hahahaa
Through them I understand that even though this wasn't the happiest period (NS), we can still pull through this together side by side as we marched towards our freedom !

Lastly the one person that has made the most impact within my NS years.
I met her in a very unusual manner (facebook). but I'm glad that i send her that message with typos ! hahahaha !! which started everything.
Till this very day, I'm still quite amazed that I actually managed to have such a girl friend ! haha
With her i began to change. Changes which i never thought i would be possible, changing to be a better person. Not just for her, but for myself :)

This is kinda randomly but those are my heartfelt words.

P.S. i finally bought haagen dazs for my family ! heh.

short update

It's been ages since we last gathered. the last one was hmmm probably our chalet 3 years back ?

From left to right clockwise - Qiutin, Qiudan, me and Lyna

Went to Catch a movie "Race to Witch Mountain" It wasn't really bad but due the the abrupt ending, the movie only get 2.5 stars from me.
Did lots of catching up while walking to far east plaza. despite the very long hours spend together. It was really a nice meet up for everyone. pardon me for leaving earlier k ? XD

Lyna and Me ! height different of 180 - 147? = 33cm !!!!

I passed my Final Theory Trial Test yesterday despite going there 30% unprepared, i still managed to pass my test with 48/50 questions correct :) well i did read my final theory book but some questions during the test are not found in the book itself, most are just common sense questions on read scenario.
will be booking my Final theory test at the next available date ! I want my driving license !!!

P.s. Thanks for being so ultra patient with me, despite the umpteen times which i just flare up (mild manner) and thanks for noticing the changes in me ! hahaha indeed my EQ have grown significantly :)
lastly 333 honey !! >_<

A day at Sentosa

I'm too tired to blog now, as i have played Frisbee, beach volleyball, beach soccer and basketball under strong sun rays without any form of sun block -.-


off to zzzZZ

Driving, driving and more driving :)

I'm dumping money into my driving lessons ! OK, my dad's money :X hahahaha !
Currently I'm Taking manual lessons but let's just say that I'm beginning to regret XD
let's break down the advantages and disadvantages of having a manual license.

-Pros-

The initial thought of getting a manual license is that it would be recognized internationally, so i can actually driving at foreign country (HK, Australia, Europe etc..)

Also I'm not just limited to normal vehicle, i could also driving a van or a mini lorry(i supposed)

-Cons-

Manual license is more difficult to attain

When you are in a traffic jam with a manual car, you have to maintain clutching or half clutching in order to not stall the car

And the biggest cons of driving a manual in Singapore
what are the chances of Singaporeans driving a manual car ? its almost zero !

Overall result - the cons wins against the pros !

basically I'm just here to tell everyone, if you are taking a driving license. Don't take up manual driving, go auto instead !
just my 2 cents

that's all.
off to driving (soon)

Driving mania !

Took half day leave for my driving today because i managed to book a session at 1.05 p.m. this morning :) although i originally have a lesson on 5.55 p.m.
2 lessons a day is really tough especially on rainy days.
It rained so heavily that it soaked my shoe while i was on my way to SSDC (Singapore Safety Driving Center) so i decided to head back after my 2 hours of driving to get my shoe changed. it was so uncomfortable driving with wet, cold feet.

Let me recall what i happened the past 2 days.
met Juliana after so long ! and finally managed to past a full day with her.
Went to catch "Marley and Me" although it is not as good as the book itself but they manage to capture some of the emotional moments.
overall i would still recommend people to not read the book before watching the movie.
and after a movie, we trained back to my place and rented a "Transformer(DVD)" on our way back :)
it's still a very nice movie even though i have watched it 2 years back.
anyway a snap shot of my surprise present.





that's about all :)

p.s. driving is really mentally taxing ! and I'm having another lesson tomorrow !! >_<

Vicky Christina Barcelona

Vicky Christina Barcelona

Rented a DVD yesterday from 24hr DVD machine nearby.
The initial thought of renting this DVD was purely because of Scarlett Johansson, without much information about this movie.

But the movie turn out to be brilliant, not because of Scarlett Johansson alone, but the movie itself.

Its about 2 American Vicky and Christina(best friends)
-Vicky who character is a very realistic and know what she wants in life, to her love is all about commitment.
Christina on the other hand is polar different from Vicky, Christina is very special, she doesn't know what she wants but she knows what she don't want. And often throw herself out to experience "true" passionate love, not minding about the hurt which often occur.

having a summer holiday in Barcelona, met an artist named Juan Antonio which later charmed both ladies and changed their view point of life.

Definitely a DVD recommended for all.

Rebecca Hall as Vicky(Left) and Scarlett Johansson as Christina(Right)

A scene When Antonio Introduce Christina to his friends(mainly Artists and Poets)

Woody Allen the Director of this film (extreme right) as the Casts

Scene at the theme park (the Scenery and the Classic Theme park rides adds the flavors of romance)

P.S. good news - 10 long days, i can't believe i actually survived it.
bad news - I still have 2 months to go >_< Any good DVDs to recommend ?

random !

How old are you going to be when you get married?
Put an X in every box that applies to you.
Add up all the x`s and title subject with the sum as "My marriage age is__"

[ ] You know how to make a pot of coffee
[x] You keep track of dates using a calendar
[ ] You own more than one credit card
[ ] You know how to change the oil in a car
[ ] You do your own laundry
[ ] You vote every election
[x] You can cook for yourself
[x] You think politics are exciting
[ ] You balance your own checkbook
[ ] Your parents have better things to say than your friends
Total: 3

[x] You show up for school/college/work every day early.
[ ] You always carry a pen in your pocket/purse
[ ] You've never gotten a detention
[ ] You have never smoked a cigarette
[x] You have never gotten completely trashed
[ ] You have forgotten your own birthday at least once
[x] You like to take walks by yourself
[ ] You've watched talk shows.
[x] You know what 'credibility' means without looking it up
[x] You drink coffee[caffeine] at least once a week.
Total: 8

[x] You know how to do the dishes.
[x] You can count to 10 in another language.
[x] When you say you're going to do something you do it.
[ ] My parents trust me
[ ] You can mow the lawn
[ ] You can make adults laugh without being stupid
[ ] You remember to water the plants
[x] You study when you have to
[ ] You pay attention at school/college
[ ] You remember to feed your pets
Total: 12

[x] You can spell 'experience' without looking it up.
[x] You work out on a regular basis.
[x] You clean up your own mess
[ ] The people at Starbucks know you by name
[ ] Your favorite kind of food is take out
[ ] You have gained weight since middle/high school (and lost it actually..)
[ ] The first thing you do when you wake up is get caffeine
[x] You can go to the store without getting something you don't need
[x] You understand political jokes the first time they are said
[x] You can type quickly
Total: 18

[x] You have realized that the weather forecast changes every hour
[ ] Your only friends are from your place of employment
[ ] You have been to a Tupperware party
[x] You have realized that no one will take you seriously unless you are over the age of 25 and have a job
[ ] You have more bills than you can pay
[ ] Most of all your friends are older than you are
[x] You can say no to staying out all night
[x] You use the internet every day
[ ] Your wardrobe hasn't changed in a while
[x] You can read a book and actually finish it
Total:23.. definitely not this young !

NO WAY !!

My ideal age of getting married would be at 27. when i finished my education and have a stable income.
Getting married at the age of 23 would be a total disaster ! Just imagine after i finished my NS - age 21 (This coming July) only starting in year 2 of uni (presumably if i start my studies this year) and have a wife ?!
that's just too much for me to handle.
I'm not saying that getting married earlier isn't good. In fact, i quite like the idea but only when you have already found a soul mate.

It's just the education part and the financial criteria wouldn't be attained. therefore, marriage at that point of time would only be financially taxing :X just my POV

alright bye bye

Signs !

firstly a video i have watched lately, it's a short yet brilliant film.
The story plot has it's unique originality, although the actors/actresses didn't speak but through their expression you are able to receive what they portrait.
it's definitely a film worth your 12 minutes !

don't be lazy ! just give me a watch, TRUST ME or YOU WILL LOSE OUT



how was it ? Absolutely flawless RIGHT ? it's just perfect ! i especially like the part when the female lead dancing with the breast drawn on a paper.


Some update about myself.

recently much things had happened, majority are negative issues basically revolving around my life such as work, r/s and friends etc.

the worst was non other then work which directly affects my daily life e.g. r/s which is linked to friends.

Work -> R/S -> Friends

but everything is fine now :) ok not everything just r/s and friends. As for work, i don't wish to elaborate on it.

hope you like the video i shared with you ^^
i personally LOVE THE VIDEO TO BITS !! :)

p.s. unfortunate events are signs given to us, to remind us to cherish the good moments and not to take things for granted.

under construction

new blog post under way :)

due to the lack of time, this shall be the latest post :X

to be continued !