Ping Pong Competition!
Thursday, May 24, 2012 / 10:46 PM
输赢也许重要，
但更重要的是我是否克服了心中的恐惧，
战略了自己。
我今天做到了。：）
Today was a special day, my first table tennis competition ever since one that I couldn't remember back in primary school. The atmosphere has brought back those past competitions feelings back to me be it squash and table tennis. Unfortunately I only made it to the Final 8, quarter finals where I lost to fear and composure.
I was indecisive, wrong way of playing and didn't adhere to my coach's advice. Until the last set where I was forced to think deep on what my coach told me and taught me. It worked for me but it was all little too late.
I wouldn't call this a setback. As I haven't receive professional training for really long, and making to final 8 is a good head start. I will slowly improve from there :) failure makes me hungry for more. At least I have improved, I can think logically while playing now, and its something important. Thats what my coach once said :)
Sweet Schedule.
Saturday, May 19, 2012 / 12:24 AM
I have never love a sport so much,
Searching for that lost sense of touch.
Hectic Schedule but I love it.
Monday - Korean Lesson 7 to 9.30pm
Tuesday - Tuition 7 to 9.30pm
Wednesday - Table Tennis Training 7 to 8.30pm
Thursday - Tuition 7 to 9.30pm
Friday - OFF
Saturday - Driving Lesson 10.30 to 12 noon
Sunday - Driving Lesson
+ 7.15am to 5.30pm ARMY Service.
I am having this feeling back once again where I am packed and full. I seem to be hitting home at 10pm except on Wednesday and Friday. It gives me at least an objective everyday when I open my eyes and something that I am tasked to do each day. Some may be stressful, but I believe its a positive one.
Thank you for support from Love. I only get to see her on Friday, Sat and Sun every week. Thanks for your understanding and letting me pursue what I like. Because of this I cherish you more. I may even add somemore on Sunday for another Tuition session which means I am really fully packed.
Recently consulted a table tennis coach to be my personal coach. Did 3 sessions with him and he is very patient with me. I realized all these while, I haven't been playing it the correct way. There are 2 competitions coming up, 24 May & 11 June. I am participating in both. Not expecting much but not giving my opponent an easy time. 100% all out.
Expenses output have been on a rise recently too, spent $50 on dental, $50 on table tennis rubber, $30 on assessment books in just 2 days. Big blow to my wallet. Also went to bintan lately, thats a $200 cost. Not forgetting getting Wii in late march/early April. I hate to do this, but I got to start watching closely on every penny I spend.
8th Month, Huat ah!
Monday, May 7, 2012 / 10:54 PM
That kind of feeling and affection is what humans crave and seek for in their life. I am really happy I have found it. I hate having dates not being myself, where you are very careful with your actions and words, and behave in an etiquette way. I am glad I am not in this category. With you, I can be myself. I love you for letting me be me when I am with you. Happy 8th month :)
Bintan Outskirt!
Sunday, May 6, 2012 / 11:14 PM
Sunglasses = Beach time!
05-06 May 2012 was a holiday to Bintan with love and her friends. The main objective was to do nothing at all if we can. Teleporting ourselves to Bintan and lazing around in the sun and frolicking on the wide sandy beaches. And true enough, the friends around you build the experience. Be it Maldives or Bintan, as long there are great mates around that creates the fun matters most :D .
A little review here:
The sky is uniquely beautiful which reflects perfectly on the imperfect sea. Honestly, the sea wasn't the best I have seen, nowhere close to clean and clear. If there is an example I must illustrate, then East Coast Park would be the best in line that resembles. However on the surface, the seamlessly blue sky gave the poor conditioned sea a nicer picture.
Would I return again?
The sky is beautiful, the staffs are friendly, the rooms are nicely furnished and maintained. However the objective of going to a beach has not been fulfilled as the water there is really poor. Long travelling time, 6 hours to and fro by ferry and land transfer. Considering it as a 2D1N trip, we have wasted 6 hours on just getting to and away from resort. Furthermore, it takes 1 hour from the resort to get to town. Its another 2 hours wasted for return trip.
The sand is dirty as well, nothing compared to redang's fine sand. There isn't a pub where there is live band for people to chill at night. So staying in the room seems to be the only option. Moreover, there are no stars! Anyway, we wasted that 2 hours going to town and there wasn't much that we have found. It was a long journey and we were famished when we actually get to eat, the food were nice but in terms of hygiene rating, its really bad. They are food stalls combined together in the middle of narrow road that sells seafood and other food we would normally find in newton circus hawker center.
To add some fairness, I have to say they have one of the best sunset and sunrise I have ever seen. The moon light that reflects on the water is a view greatly not to be missed when visiting there. However, whether I would return again?.... seems to be a no when weighing the uncomfortable factors. Total spending was $200, maybe using this money plus some $50-$100 topup to Redang would be more ideal :)
Nevertheless, Love, thanks for bringing me to this trip with your friends. I believe we enjoyed each other accompany :) Many funny incidents along. Chendol, the 'i want cook curry' and many more incidents filled this holiday with beautiful memories!
Mindset adjustment, Utilize time fully.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012 / 10:31 PM
Paddler inspired, its time to sweep off these dead leaves away.
Many think NS is a waste of time.
Yes I admitted I was one of these haters on this unfair system.
However, from now I choose to differ and think on a positive note.
What is it?
For a more fortunate me, stationed at a "8 to 5" camp.
It is a time where I can explore my interests and ambition.
A poly graduate who is yet to decide a life path ahead.
Rather making rush decisions, this 2 good years enables me to calm down and reconcile.
By exploring, I am able to learn new languages, take up self development courses, driving lessons, teaching and obtain some sports certificates that may expand my options more.
Would I still be able to achieve all of these regularly if I am an undergrad in local uni now?
While doing some research on table tennis today, I collected 3 good information which one of them is a competition that I am keen to see where I actually stand. Thankful to my soulmate who is always supportive of my decisions and allowing me to explore my options more. Same goes out to you too, love :)
Reminiscing walk through lesson
Monday, April 23, 2012 / 11:41 PM
That carefree man LOL
Glad that I went for the korean lesson.
The teacher is so friendly and cheerful,
as well as a native korean as well.
It made me reminisce back to when I was in korea.
The typical koreans speaking english accent which I missed.
I went there with 3 missions.
1) Simply be a student once again. I miss being one.
2) To learn korean and able to read and understand basic korean.
3) To learn what a learner look for and different methods to engage students in classes which can better help me for my tutoring lessons.
I am feeling excited for the future 9 lessons after the first cos I feel I am able to achieve all these upon completing the course :) Aja!
Your vocal is uniquely yours :)
/ 2:15 AM
These 6 days long break has been amazing. A blissful type of happiness, that can only be felt through the heart. Your accompany, our combination is what i always wanted. It has been an enjoyable week and now is the sudden transition part from a fun filled and carefree man to a soldier on the next day.
Korean lesson starts from tomorrow. A 10 weeks course which I am still negotiating with myself whether I should go for it which probably I would cos I have already paid for it. -.-
There are many things to do in this world, but guess is what matters to me most and what I like the most is in consideration. For now is my needed tutoring experience that would help me in teaching and mentoring next time, learning new language to obtain extra 'key' to unlock communication barriers, getting a driving licence and lastly of course my family and sweetie pie :)
Language lesson and driving licence is a temporary 3 months. Hopefully everything goes smoothly and hastly in a swift to obtain both cert and licence. July is a crucial month for test!
I realised I have changed, no longer the alex flying around socialising like a little kid but someone who is more deep thinking and stable. Everyone goes through such transition i guess. Its time :)
别来无恙
Thursday, April 19, 2012 / 11:51 PM
Once again completed the full 50 episodes of 神话.
让我领悟了不少，也让我学到很多好诗好词.
This chinese drama series is my all-time favourite probably for my liking for the respectable 5000 years chinese history especially on Qin Dynasty.
The plot is very good, if you are teleported from 2012 back all the way to 2000 years ago when it was the Qin dynasty era and unable to teleport back. Yet also taking the 长生不老 pill, all you can do is to spend day by day for another 2000 years to unlock a mystery that was left behind and to find back your love.
Till now, Qin Emperor's Tomb is yet to be discovered. According to history and experts, he built a tomb underground that is as good as heaven where things within can float. This discovery would be the best of the century ever if found.
The stage belongs to you.
Saturday, April 14, 2012 / 10:28 PM
Your presence on stage mesmerized me.
I am not disappointed.
In fact, I wanna say thank you.
Everytime I see you performing on stage, I feel so joyful.
Be it a 6 hours queuing time for that 1 min time on stage.
I feel so proud, as if I was the one on stage singing.
You helped me to accomplish something that I wouldn't be able to do it but yet I can feel it is near.
I felt nervous because I am in this with you together.
Sheryl no matter what, you always have my back and support!
Though you didnt make it through, but I am really happy to see you singing on stage. Competing once again. You were close, we all know you were that close. You accomplished your mission of being one of the top fews to make an impact. You had 3 song opportunities, that means you have the pre-requisite. Whats left is the desire of how much u want it.
Seems like nothing comes easy in life, we always have to prepare and await for the right opportunity and moment.
I look forward to see you on the stage of 华人星光大道3。
Dont give up! 你是我的骄傲 :)
Wee! We Wii!
Sunday, April 1, 2012 / 11:48 PM
More laughter with a Wii at home :D
Looks like both sheryl and sister loves it.
This decision wasn't easy as I have been negotiating with myself whether I should buy one PS3/Xbox/Wii. And now finally decided on Wii.
Though it doesnt equip with impressive graphics, but it is more of a console for the family and bonding. And much cheaper than a xbox. The deciding factor was which could play mario kart and a better bonding for my family as well.
Total I have 2 controllers with a classic controller accompanied with 5 games. Super Mario, Mario Kart, FIFA 12, Monster hunter games and Guitar Hero. All these cost me half a thousand. I am taking this more of an investment to spend lesser time outside hence lesser expenses. As well as a family bonding equipment.
All sounds good. I have tried almost all games. Mario games look cute and fun. FIFA didnt impressed with graphics but still I could still play matches and I am contented :) Haha but still think it will gonna be worth it.
Thank you sheryl for coming over my house to help me setup the console and everything and trying out some games even though it wasn't early already. I feel so blessed and blissful with u around. Xie xie ni.
We had a splendid weekend with 2 Tony Romas dinner back to back on Friday & Saturday. A saturday spent in karaoke and boat quay with jin tonic. Sunday was a relax day, when we both wanted Burger King out of nowhere in the morning. As well we found a new spot to hang out at, united square! I feel so fortunate to be the person beside u sharing these moments with you. For this week, it was filled with sumptuous and moments of fun :)
$500 spent on an April Fool Day. Haha.
600th Entry.
Sunday, March 25, 2012 / 12:47 AM
岁月不饶人。。。
While listening to 那些年 the popular song that brings back memories of our younger days. 曾经想征服全世界。 My memories has been summarised through a song, through this sentence. Once, thought that I am created to make wonders and etc.. when that was merely 16 year old. Played a game called Habbo before, a game that is rather similar to the world, just a virtual world. Where u have companies, chill rooms, shops, pubs and your own house. I created some new games and new companies during my 2 years in that game.
I met people with all walks of life in there, I also landed my adam khoo coach position through a friend recommendation from there. My english got better through being a radio DJ for one of the fansite. I met a business partner in there too. A lame game doesn't sound that lame too haha. I guess no matter where are you, as long as you can make the best out of something, you will find the joy in it and take a few things with me after that. I will be using this mentality to spend my remaining 1 & 1/2 years left in army. I should stop complaining. Thank you Alex Jr(younger days of me) for teaching me this.
Its exactly the same amount of period, I believe I can definitely take at least something with me at the end. Afterall... its the youth period of one's lifetime :)
600th post of this blog! My teen years have many memories, I still do remember some of them. Good or bad both are in me, made who I am today. Its the past which I cannot edit. What I can is my current and future that lies ahead and matters.
Attended SMU interview today too, more hopeful for this year's interview. English test seems easier, interview seems more fun. It was a good session. Left whether Lady luck is on my side :) Please make it right this year. God bless.
Losing faith in humanity
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 / 9:32 PM
Disgusted and losing faith in humanity.
In a MRT train, an old lady was looking for a seat to rest herself as she didn't look well. However all seats were taken. She went over to a priority seat and asked a guy nicely. To my horror, the guy who is a China PRC questioned her.. "Why must I let you sit?"(the guy said in mandarin).
Maybe I am starting to become a bitter person but I am starting to hate humanity. What is happening to this world? Are you stupid? You don't even understand basic courtesy, what makes you deserving to live another day than those pityful children in 3rd world country? Sometimes people cry because they are sad but I cry because people are stupid and that makes me sad.
Being governed and boss around by these people, just makes my life pathetic. It's too bad that you can't just make mean people actually see that they are mean. They always think that they did nothing wrong and justify everything that they did to you. I don't hate much but I can see myself hating people like them.
From my experience, people (in general) only care about one thing: themselves. They say they care about their friends but do they really? Do they really truly care? Would they give everything up for a friend?
I am trying to pick up and laugh at little things to make myself as positive as much as I can to cover those negativity magnetic cells. I would like to thank my dear girlfriend who thinks the same way as me. I am so glad to have her by my side.
God, it seems you know what was gonna happen to me and you sent a little angel guarding by my side who thinks, talk and active that is almost a clone like me. Thank you. Though, we had a huge fight last week but we fix things. You are important to me :)
Thank you, Ms Aishah
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 / 11:22 PM
Its funny in life, where things you don't expect to happen on you, happens.I was taught to be grateful to things and people, who have embraced you before. I am admitting my english was really bad when I was at my secondary school level. My school had classication for english lesson where students are dividied. I was in the worst classification class. Even then I only scored a C5 for my English "O" Levels.
However, I joined one teenage youth online radio as a radio DJ after O levels which saw my english speaking skills improved drastically. I started to be more outspoken where both my Oral communication and Effective writing modules in Diploma of Business course were graded an A. My presentations for projects were usually smooth and sometimes I am awed by my own performance.
In my final year, I went to Korea for a semester exchange programme. At there, I was a English tutor for a university professor who is also a verteran secretary in the school committee board. Right now, I am an English tutor of 3 students, which I see myself not only teaching but also learning the fundamentals as well.
For who I am today, I would like to thank a very important teacher who played a big part in my English education from Secondary 2 to 4. She was my tuition teacher, I was very deepen when I received my O levels score for English, I guess she was too when I called her through the phone. That call was our last conversation. She expected more from me I guess.
For this, I would like to shout it out. Ms Aishah, I may not have got the best grade I could for my O levels. But I achieved something more important than grade in life now, I am doing what you had done - Passing on to the next generation. Thank you for all the knowledge you indulged in us, you thought me all the fundamentals. Everytime when I am teaching tuition, I am picturing myself as you on how you used to teach us. You were the ever patient and caring teacher on embracing us. Thank you.
Its funny in life, where things you don't expect to happen on you, happens.
Relax awhile, look around.
Friday, March 16, 2012 / 3:14 PM
ITS FRIDAY!
And its a good one!
Given half day off :D
Newly bought speaker delivered to my house.
Enjoying music, with air con and prolly getting a beer too.
Great way to end the work week.
Cheers :)
Downloading waste...25% completed.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 / 11:27 PM
6 months soldier, a year and a half to go.
Its just frustrating how the system of these 2 years works, unfair yet nothing I can do about it. I am whining because I have been leading my life really well before this and leading others too in camps, squash practices, projects and of course in jobs.
It is just screwing me up day by day. Understanding being a good leader, has to be a good follower as well. But the authorities aren't showing good examples and capabilities. I have lost the respect and drive to perform for now.
Little opportunities yet high expectations, this seems to be what is happening around. If you ask me what do I gain so far for 25% of 2 years time, I can't really specifically say it there. But because of people coming from all walks of life, I get to know different hybrids of people which I find it pretty interesting. I understand their background more, where do they came from resulting in their current attitude towards life and how they present themselves.
Everyone of us does something to protect ourselves, and there is always a reason and story behind it.
