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Friday, June 29, 2007

Quote of the Day

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Oh was just refreshing my gmail when this quote popped out

Charles M. Schulz - "All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt."

Haven't bought my bittersweet chocolate... sighz...
Nevermind, I still have Swiss chocs to satisfy me for the time being.. yum yum...

Questions of the Day

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How much do you trust yourself?

As usual, another article from Eugene Loh's A Slice of Life, 938LIVE, a station of MediaCorp Radio invoke my thoughts on this question.

His line "Self-love is radiant and attractive" leaves quite a deep impression on me. Vaguely remember a friend had discuss a topic similar to this idea.

Another interesting paragraph:
"You have to develop a healthy sense of self-worth in your own uniqueness. There is only one You, so work on what makes you special. Your family loves you. Your friends love you. Your partner loves you. How could you not love yourself?"


Haha so the next question I'm asking is
How much do you love yourself?

Next time someone ask you "How much do you love me?", maybe you should ask them back. Because I believed it is a sign of insecurity brewing already.

Anyway the article is entitled "Loving Yourself for Relationship Peace of Mind". Interesting title right!

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Skoushi Rambling

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A stress free mind in a stress free body.
A focused, alert mind in a still body, free of tension.
Emotional calm, physically free of tension, mental space... Peace...


The quote came with the Slice of Life article from 938 Live.

The article arrived when I was still in the zombie mood. I know my performance lately is unsatisfactory to GA. Every tests/obstacles he set for me, I failed them miserably. Yet he indulged in me still, having answered a few queries that had been troubling me. The problem though is the truth is harsh, and I could not take it. So I denied it. Guess that angered he and he decided to punish me. To wake me up and tell me that nothing matters in this world. By taking away the one thing that I deemed most important for me now.

I deeply regret my mistake now. But of course, the loss is something I really cannot accept since I had painstakingly searched the information and had taken months to accumulate.

I did consider continuing my incoherent state of mind for the rest of my life but that was tough because I hate to explain my behaviour. And I suppose I would fail this test that GA gave me too which I don’t really want to. I need to accumulate brownie points if I want to meet my maker soon.

So I forced myself to help finish up the report, and skim through some articles. And I forced myself to continue a particular system. Oh but that is because of another reason haha.

From today onwards, nothing matters anymore… I have to learn how to let go, I have to learn how to give up. Somehow the image of how Orlando Bloom had to cut up his heart for the chest keeps hovering in my mind though…. Weird.

p/s : Coincidentally, something led me to re-read my this old post...
I asked God, why He gave me the boxes,
Why the gold and the black with the hole?
"My child, the gold is for you to count your blessings,
The black is for you to let go."


I sincerely believe the time is ripe for letting go. I have to...

Sunday, June 24, 2007

Snap Shot

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Source : Snap Shot

I have make my blog Snap Shot enabled haha. To those you are unsure, Snap Shot is an innovative way of searching. I had seen its performance quite some times back, but guess I must be real curious today to actually went to search for its main site and sign up for a Snap Shot widget. It took me just a few seconds and viola, I had Snap Shot enabled my blog. Coolz.

So what is so innovative about Snap Shot? It is when you mouse-over the links in my posts, those that have a little purple bubble. Those are the links that Snap Shot will give you a preview of the site so long you had dragged your mouse over that link. And if you are not happy with what that preview is, you can just move on. Else click on the link and be transported to that website (The usual way).

If the preview window does not disappear, just click the Options icon in the upper right corner of the Snap Shot and opt-out.

And if you want to use Snap Shot to search, try it. I guess it is the way they presented their search results that piqued my interest. However I find Snap Shot can be quite slow at times. Maybe I'm impatient?

Saturday, June 23, 2007

Ramblings from an "unconcentrated" mind

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No matter how I try, it seems I am unable to concentrate.

I wanted to study, but the report keeps gnawing my mind. Then I thought of writing the report, but upon seeing it, I felt frustrated. Maybe I have writer's block, maybe I kept facing that report, and maybe I really don't know how to write it. You know, it is easier to blog than to write that report even.

And because I'm at home, I ended up doing the expected - watch shows. But I know even then, I'm unable to concentrate. Else why do I keep watching everything half way? I'm no longer the type that will keep chasing a show faithfully. I kept watching bits and pieces, unable to piece up any shows. In the end, I guess I'm as disconnected as I had started.

Then I thought of my sunrise photos. Or rather attempted sunrise photos because I did not manage to catch the sunrise in the end. That was 2 weeks ago. I decided to upload all my photos into the computer to clear the card's memory. And to look at the rubbish stuff I had taken. Then I saw these 2 photos. I had wanted to post them in another blog, but I couldn't figure out how to link them with Grass Tales' theme. So they ended up in my rambling post instead.



When I managed to capture the aeroplane, clearly, I was very happy. The previous attempts had all ended up blur. I admit, I never had a steady hand. I need to take 100 photos before I could find one that I like sufficiently. And I like this well enough to put as my desktop. I remember that morning, I had seen a lot of aeroplanes taxing into the airport. Dad was telling me the red lights and don't know what other lights. Sorry, I guess I forgot what they all meant again. I just know it was fun seeing them queuing up to land. And they just keep coming in. Dad said that's usually his busy period. Gosh!



This is the next photo I like best already because of the cloud. I always like to see the shapes of the clouds, the colours of the skies. (Oh and the rainbows that occasionally appear. Seen one last week, and it made my driving trip a happy one). This cloud reminds me of a ship. Of course it is all in my imagination only. So to me, it is a cloud ship that is embarking its journey now that sun has risen.

While blogging this entry, I am listening to a song from Shadow Hearts 2. (It is my "Howler" now.) I’m not sure if the photos caused the effect, but I was suddenly reminded of my friend’s recount of Shadow Hearts’ ending. He liked this game very much and till today, the ending of the game is deeply etched in his memory.

The main protagonist was afflicted with a curse that will slowly wipe out his memory. The ending though is quite happy in a certain sense. He chose to die and be reunited with his true love which had died long ago. He was pierced by a huge rock right through his chest. Then from the heavens, his love came down to hug his soul and they left the mortal world.

I’m not sure if the game is nice but review said the game songs were top notch haha. And this song is really very melodious.

I just hope I can find back my concentration soon. Just the other day, I had even missed my exit to head home. Thank God though that I still managed to reach home via another exit. But I had thought long and hard why I missed that exit and realised maybe it is angel’s way of answering one of my many questions. I had always wondered if I continue on instead of exiting out, will I pass by the bridge that I run.

Anyway since I started this entry with attempted sunrise photos, I shall end it with attempted sunset photos. That day, I had a strong urge to see if I can catch the sun setting. And like other evenings, all I could catch is the orange streaks. But even then, I’m satisfied already. The scenery from the bridge wasn’t exactly breath-taking. But sometimes, seeing the vehicles zoom past you gives you some things to think about.



Friday, June 22, 2007

Frankie J - If He Can't Be

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Girl why you look so sad
Why you sittin their crying all alone
Tell me is it worth it
And girl dude ain't got no shame
He most be insane to hurt you
You know
What I would do

If u would
I could be your number one
Left you higher than the sun
Might sound crazy
But crazies thing have happen
Tell you what
I could be your place to run
Do what that folks never done
Show you love,my heart, my soul
I promise baby

If he can't be what you need
Than girl you better roll with me
Can nobody do it like me
So girl come with me

* He can't be what you need
Girl you better roll with me
Can nobody do it like me
I want you beside me

Yeah

You are so BEAUtiful (look so beautiful)
You deserve better (you deserve better)
Better than him
So leave everything behind
Ride together (ride together)
And I promise that lill never let you go

If u want
I could be your number one (i could be your number one)
Left you higher than the sun (left you higher than the sun)
Might sound crazy
But crazies things have happen
Tell you what
I could be your place to run (i could be your place to run)
Do what that folks never done(do what that folks never done)
Show you love,my heart, my soul
I promise baby

If he can't be what you need
Girl you better roll with me (girl you better roll with me)
Can nobody do it like me (can nobody do it like me nooo)
So girl come with me

He can't be what you need
Girl you better roll with me
Can nobody do it like me
I want you beside me

If he cant understand
And I can take his place
Come on take my hand
I wanna take his place
Let me be your man
I need to take his place
I Know that I can
I'm gonna take his place yeah

If he can't be what you need (he cant be)
Girl you better roll with me (girl you better roll)
Can nobody do it like me
So girl come with me

He can't be what you need (whoooooo)
Girl you better roll with me
Can nobody do it like me (yeah)
I want you beside me

He can't be what you need (he cant be)
Girl you better roll with me (what you need)
Can nobody do it like me( can nobody do it like me)
So girl come with me

He can't be what you need( no no what you need)
Girl you better roll with me
Can nobody do it like me
I want you beside me

He can't be
What you need
With me (you better roll with me)
With me (can nobody do it like me (yeah)

He can't be
What you need

Monday, June 18, 2007

I Eat I Shoot I Post

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Source : ieatishootipost

I was looking for Aston Specialist reviews and saw this site... couldn't resist to post link. However I cannot login Multiply so Blogger shall keep the link for me for now.

The blogger takes real nice pictures. They were so well taken that not only am I hungry now, so is my friend when I showed her haha.

Anyway I was only seeing his Katong posts .. Wonder is that dessert shop the one my friend mentioned before hmmm... Maybe it is really time to go visit Katong Mall again after so many years...

恋之风景

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恋之风景


It may be Jimmy’s latest published book, but it is actually a movie made in 2003 and acted by 郑伊健 and 林嘉欣. Hmm I did not watch it though so I am unable to comment on the show. But the English name “The Floating Landscape” has an airy feeling.

Joy Enriquez - How Can I Not Love You

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JOY ENRIQUEZ
How Can I Not Love You

Cannot touch, Cannot hold, Cannot be together
Cannot love, Cannot kiss, Cannot love each other
Must be strong and we must let go
Cannot say what our hearts must know

Chorus:
How can I not love you
What do I tell my heart
When do I not want you here in my arms
How does one walks away
From all of the memories
How do I not miss you when you are gone

Cannot trip, Cannot share sweet and tender moments
Cannot feel how we feel, Must pretend it's over
Must be brave and we must go on, Must not say
What we no longer long

Chorus:
How can I not love you
What do I tell my heart
When do I not want you here in my arms
How does one walks away
From all of the memories
How do I not miss you when you are gone

How can I not love you

Bridge:
Must be brave and we must be strong
Cannot say what we no longer long

Chorus:
How can I not love you
What do I tell my heart
When do I not want you here in my arms
How does one walks away
From all of the memories
How do I not miss you when you are gone

How can I not love you
When you are gone

Bflygal's comments : I heard this lovely song last Saturday. Maybe is the atmosphere, the quietness of the classroom. Maybe because I am currently addicted to Sweet 18, a Korean drama. All these factors enhances the loveliness of this song.

And I chose to hear it again on this cold early morning. Out of some reckless rash, I have drafted something. Typing with a cold and numb hand in a cold and numb heart... I'm glad I don't sound too bitter. I realise I'm not that strong still... Must be brave, Must be strong, Must let go... because..

Thursday, June 14, 2007

A Letter from Mars

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Source : Hanbooks

I saw it on i-weekly program schedule that time and wanted to see what show it is. However that day, I was pretty tired and missed the beginning. I thought never mind then.. just miss the beginning. However being too tired, I ended up recording the show... and I ended the recording time too early and missed the ending.

Thus I got pretty fed up because now I can make no head nor tail of this show. I had almost wanted to borrow the movie from the video shop. The only reason is most people do not find it a fantastic show and I don't feel like splurging to something that typical.

So I took very long before I finally got to see the Head and the Tail... today. The thing is I had only missed just a few seconds. Sighz that is always the problem with me. I remember there was another movie that I missed the ending and I search very long before finding a 10 seconds ending.

Actually the review is right, this show is not fantastic. The guy is not every good looking. The story line is predictable. The female protagonist is pretty though.

There is a significance in watching finish this movie though, to make head and tail out of it ah. Haha... and through the beginning, I found a pretty glass ball. It was given by the female protagonist's dad. He said is a gift from Mars. I find it as pretty as the moon too haha.




I'm wondering, will I get to go Mars soon?

A Dictionary of Useful Research Phrases

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Source : From a CBR lecturer's (Ms. Ong L.S) notes.. chanced upon it while clearing my disk. Amusing because I thought so haha!

Research Phrase : It has long been known...
Translation : I didn't look up the original reference.

Research Phrase : A definite trend is evident...
Translation : These data are practically meaningless.

Research Phrase : Of great theoretical and practical importance...
Translation : Interesting to me.

Research Phrase : While it has not been possible to provide definite answers to these questions...
Translation : An unsuccessful experiment, but I still hope to get it published.

Research Phrase : Three of the samples were chosen for detailed study...
Translation : The results of the others didn't make any sense.

Research Phrase : Typical results are shown...
Translation : The best results are shown.

Research Phrase : These results will be shown in a subsequent report...
Translation : I might get around to this sometime if I'm pushed

Research Phrase : The most reliable results are those obtained by Jones...
Translation : He was my graduate assistant.

Research Phrase : It is believed that...
Translation : I think.

Research Phrase : It is generally believed that...
Translation : A couple of other people think so too.

Research Phrase : It is clear that much additional work will be required before a complete understanding of the phenomenon occurs...
Translation : I don't understand it.

Research Phrase : A careful analysis of obtainable data...
Translation : Three pages of notes were obliterated when I knocked over a glass of beer.

Research Phrase : Correct within an order of magnitude...
Translation : Wrong

Research Phrase : It is hoped that this study will stimulate further investigation in this field...
Translation : This is a lousy paper, but so are all the others on this miserable topic.

Research Phrase : Thanks are due to Ah Tan for assistance with the experiment and to Ah Beng for valuable discussions...
Translation : Ah Tan did the work and Ah Beng explained to me what it meant.

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Phantom Of The Opera

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Source : Soundtracks On Demand

I can't believe how good this movie was. It was fantastic. And it really make me regret not going to the play when they came in March.

When Christine sang "Think of me", it was entincing. I just kept hearing it over and over again.. partly because I was tired when I watched that episode and was just letting the show repeat again and again instead of moving to part 2.

Music of the Night was melodious too. And the side effects help colour the song further. Of course the most stimulating part is none other than when Raoul and Christine sung All I Ask of You.

At the end, there is this short song, Learn To Be Lonely. I did not take much notice of it at first but while reading the lyrics, I felt it may be a short song, but the words were beautiful.

Here are the lyrics of the songs I just mentioned :

Think of Me
Think of me
think of me fondly,
when we've said goodbye.
Remember me
once in a while -
please promise me
you'll try.

FIRMIN
Andre, this is doing nothing for my nerves.

ANDRE
Don't fret, Firmin.

CHRISTINE
When you find
that, once
again, you long
to take your heart back
and be free -
if you
ever find
a moment,
spare a thought
for me

(Transformation to the Gala. CHRISTINE is
revealed in full costume)


We never said
our love
was evergreen,
or as unchanging
as the sea -
but if
you can still
remember
stop and think
of me . . .

Think of all the things
we've shared and seen -
don't think about the things
which might have been . . .

Think of me,
think of me waking,
silent and
resigned.

Imagine me,
trying too hard
to put you
from my mind.

Recall those days
look back
on all those times,
think of the things
we'll never do -
there will
never be
a day, when
I won't think
of you . .

(Applause, bravos. Prominent among the bravos, those
of the young RAOUL in the MANAGERS' box)

RAOUL
Can it be?
Can it be Christine?

Bravo!

(he raises his opera-glasses)

What a change!
You're really
not a bit
the gawkish girl
that once you were...

(lowering his opera-glasses)

She may
not remember
me, but
I remember
her...

CHRISTINE
We never said
our love
was evergreen,
or as unchanging
as the sea -
but please
promise me,
that sometimes
you will think of me!

Music of the Night
PHANTOM:

Night-time sharpens,
heightens each sensation . . .
Darkness stirs and
wakes imagination . . .
Silently the senses
abandon their defences . . .

Slowly, gently
night unfurls its splendour . . .
Grasp it, sense it -
tremulous and tender . . .
Turn your face away
from the garish light of day,
turn your thoughts away
from cold, unfeeling light -
and listen to
the music of the night . . .

Close your eyes
and surrender to your
darkest dreams!
Purge your thoughts
of the life
you knew before!
Close your eyes,
let your spirit
start to soar!
And you'll live
as you've never
lived before . . .

Softly, deftly,
music shall surround you . . .
Feel it, hear it,
closing in around you . . .
Open up your mind,
let your fantasies unwind,
in this darkness which
you know you cannot fight -
the darkness of
the music of the night . . .

Let your mind
start a journey through a
strange new world!
Leave all thoughts
of the world
you knew before!
Let your soul
Take you where you
long to be !
Only then
can you belong
to me . . .

Floating, falling,
sweet intoxication!
Touch me, trust me
savour each sensation!
Let the dream begin,
let your darker side give in
to the power of the music that I write -
the power of the music of the night . . .

All I Ask of You
RAOUL
No more talk
of darkness,
Forget these
wide-eyed fears.
I'm here,
nothing can harm you -
my words will
warm and calm you.

Let me be
your freedom,
let daylight
dry -your tears.
I'm here,
with you, beside you,
to guard you
and to guide you . . .

CHRISTINE
Say you love me
every
waking moment,
turn my head
with talk of summertime . . .

Say you need me
with you,
now and always . . .
promise me that all
you say is true -
that's all I ask
of you . . .

RAOUL
Let me be
your shelter,
let me
be your light.
You're safe:
No-one will find you
your fears are
far behind you . . .

CHRISTINE
All I want
is freedom,
a world with
no more night . . .
and you
always beside me
to hold me
and to hide me . . .

RAOUL
Then say you'll share with
me one
love, one lifetime . . .
Iet me lead you
from your solitude . . .

Say you need me
with you
here, beside you . . .
anywhere you go,
let me go too -
Christine,
that's all I ask
of you . . .

CHRISTINE
Say you'll share with
me one
love, one lifetime . . .
say the word
and I will follow you . . .

BOTH
Share each day with
me, each
night, each morning . . .

CHRISTINE
Say you love me . . .

RAOUL
You know I do . . .

BOTH
Love me -
that's all I ask
of you . . .

(They kiss)

Anywhere you go
let me go too . . .
Love me -
that's all I ask
of you . .

Learn To Be Lonely
Child of the wilderness
Born into emptiness
Learn to be lonely
Learn to find your way in darkness

Who will be there for you
Comfort and care for you
Learn to be lonely
Learn to be your one companion

Never dreamed out in the world
There are arms to hold you
You’ve always known your heart was on its own

So laugh in your loneliness
Child of the wilderness
Learn to Be lonely
Learn how to love life that is lived alone

Learn to be lonely
Life can be lived life can be loved alone

Les Miserables - A Little Drop of Rain

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A Little Drop of Rain

Eponine Dont you fret M'aieur Marius

I don't feel any pain
A little fall of rain
Can hardly hurt me now
You're here, that's all I need to know
And you will keep me safe
And you will keep me close
And rain will make the flowers grow.

Marius
But you will live, 'Ponine - dear God above...
If I could close your wounds with words of love...

Eponine
Just hold me now, and let it be.
Shelter me, comfort me...

Marius
You would live
A hundred years
If I could show you how
I won't desert you now...

Eponine
The rain can't hurt me now
This rain will wash away what's past
And you will keep me safe
And you will keep me close
I'll sleep in your embrace at last
The rain that brings you here
Is Heaven-blessed!
The skies begin to clear
And I'm at rest
A breath away from where you are
I've come home from so far Marius [in counterpoint]
So don't you fret, M'sieur Marius
I don't feel any pain
A little fall of rain
Can hardly hurt me now Hush-a-bye, dear Eponine
You won't feel any pain
A little fall of rain
Can hardly hurt you now
I'm here
That's all I need to know
And you will keep me safe
And you will keep me close
And rain
Will make the flowers... I will stay with you
Till you are sleeping
And rain
Will make the flowers...
Grow.

Eponine
The rain can't hurt me now
This rain will wash away what's past
And you will keep me safe
And you will keep me close
I'll sleep in your embrace at last
The rain that brings you here
Is Heaven-blessed!
The skies begin to clear
And I'm at rest
A breath away from where you are
I've come home from so far Marius [in counterpoint]
So don't you fret, M'sieur Marius Hush-a-bye, dear Eponine
I don't feel any pain You won't feel any pain
A little fall of rain A little fall of rain
Can hardly hurt me now Can hardly hurt you now
I'm here
That's all I need to know
And you will keep me safe I will stay with you
And you will keep me close Till you are sleeping
And rain And rain
Will make the flowers... Will make the flowers...
Grow.

[She dies. Marius kisses her, then lays her on the ground.]


Bflygal's comments :
Watching Phantom of the Opera Movie... this song suddenly came to haunt me. Weirdly I just couldn't recall which play it belonged to. Then it dawned on me... it's Les Miserable. Gosh I suddenly feel like watching it again. I still remember watching that play on TV. Sighz... so beautiful. I believe if I had watched the play, the effect would be ten times fabulous.

Sharpen Your Winning Edge in Exam Performance By Mr. Alan Yip

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The reason I typed the gist of this article is to share it with someone. Hopefully it is of some use. Those in bold are points that even I myself have not practised before. I hope to remember it and practised it too. By the way, the author, Mr. Alan Yip is a Chief Trainer of Mind Edge.

Sharpen Your Winning Edge in Exam Performance
By Mr. Alan Yip

1. Prepare, prepare and prepare.
• Start preparing exams as early as possible.
Use the Divide and Conquer strategy: cut your studies into smaller chunks for easy mental digestion and maximum retention over the remaining weeks. Set aside several days prior to exam for intensive review and reciting information in writing.

2. Study Smart
• You will remember more information if you chunk your study time into blocks of 30-45 minutes, followed by a short break of 5-10 minutes.
The Interference Theory warns us not to study same or similar subjects one immediately after another – new and similar information replaces old information.
During the break, refrain from engaging in other mind-stimulating activities such as playing computer games or listening to popular music which will disturb the consolidation and retention of information in our subconscious mind.

3. Don’t Waste Time – Discipline!
You must concentrate on your studies at hand and eliminate distractions. Self-discipline is crucial. However be sure to get enough sleep, avoid skipping meals and exercise regularly. You can’t have a sharp mind and good concentration from a weak body.

4. Visualise Success
“Whatever the mind can conceive, it can achieve.”
Hence you should see in your mind the picture of achieving your goals in a colourful, exciting and emotional fashion. Practice this 3 times a day: in the morning, during the day and at bedtime.

5. Tame The Exam Tiger
• On exam day, quickly review key points before the test. Don not takes in new information. Take a short brisk walk to get your blood circulation going to increase your mental alertness. Don’t do any strenuous exercise.
• Refrain from talking to nervous students before the exam. Don’t waste time checking answers with others after the exam. Study for the next exam instead!
Visualise yourself doing well on exam. Never talk to yourself negatively.
• Preview or survey the entire exam paper – quickly. Check out the types and numbers of questions and point allocation. Develop a plan of attack and manage your time.
• For combination exam, attack essay questions first by writing down key points for each question. Note you should spend 10% of time allotted to each question to warm up your brain. Then work on MCQ and as other main points pop up for essay questions, add them to the previous list. Once you finish MCQ, you will be in better shape to tackle the essay questions. Your subconscious mind has been working on the essay questions while your conscious mind on MCQ.
• Understand each question carefully and answer adequately and concisely. Don’t go overboard. Make every word count!
• When you find yourself beginning to panic, Relax. Close your eyes, deep breathe for 10 seconds, and imagine yourself studying those questions or topics. By remaining positive, you will have a better fighting chance in passing exams with flying colours.

Yummy Dumplings

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Its the time of the year again... and I get to eat my favourite dumplings haha.

I remember when I was young, there were only 2 festivals that my mum will try to make dumplings. One is 端午节 and the other is 冬至. However both dumplings are different sizes and ingredients. And over the year, my mum no longer makes the small dumpling (tang yuan) for 冬至.. so I can only contend myself with the big dumplings haha.

And I only like what my mum make... maybe I ate it since young haha. I always find hers better than those selling outside, even if they were XO dumplings... Mum's ones are still the best!


Tuesday, June 12, 2007

Conscious Word of the Day

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I shall keep the promise that I have made to myself.

I shall never again tell myself that I am poor, sick, weak, nor unhappy.

I shall not lie to myself any more, but shall daily speak the truth to my inner Soul, telling It that It is wonderful and marvelous; that It is One with the Great Cause of all Life, Truth, Power and Action.

I shall whisper these things into my Soul until it breaks forth into songs of joy with the realization of Its Limitless possibilities.

I shall assure my Soul.

蝴蝶飞了by 大S

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I'm tired.
Because I found myself lost.
Weirdly, Captain Barbosa said that one must be lost.
Only then we can find the places that can be found.

Lately I thought of escaping.
And I went to find the book I read a month ago.
蝴蝶飞了by 大S.
A purple butterfly.
A book filled with incoherent thoughts, or so in my humble opinion.

心变小了
所有小事情
都变大了

Coincidentally Captain Barbosa was saying that the world used to be a bigger place. And Jack Sparrow replied that World is still the same, there is just less in it.

2 different statements conveying 2 different meanings. But I wonder did my heart really shrink or was there just less worries in it?

爱我的
我伤他
我爱的
伤我
为恨我的活
为我爱的亡
人总是迷失在这迷思里

Paradoxical. I like it. This way, one can never die I suppose?

我在等一个永远不会回来的人
我很小心地等着
。。。
那个不会回来的人
名字叫快乐

Too pessimistic I guess. I say happiness is at my heels. I say whenever I'm unhappy, I'm trying to smile. I say no matter what, I know how to self-amuse myself. Maybe I'm comforting myself, but at least I can laugh when I see something funny.

有时候快乐是假的
可以用药物控制
有时候悲伤是假的
可以自导自演这出戏

Wallow in self-depression I suppose. Maybe too pessimistic. I might venture into that area at times. But I don't wish to stay long. Is not healthy for one's future.

如果伤害我对你有好处
我愿意牺牲
问题是
伤害一个人
对你到底有什么好处?

Reminded me of my friend lately. He chose to be hurt. Why? Because he chose to be true.
She chose to hurt him. Why? Only she knows.

I have been wondering lately, have I turn cold? I was forcing my classmate to prioritise. He said I do not understand. I never seek to understand anyway. Because I no longer care. I only seek logic. When one takes into accounts other stuff, one cannot move on. The only thing that is clear is logic. The only thing I can understand is logic. And human complicates things, anythings, everything.

Maybe I really should withdraw. Because I'm babbling nonsense. I'm giving terrible advices and forcing people to feel so helpless. I feel I have sinned to cause him in such a compromising position. It always happen if you feel everything is important. But is it really important? Maybe for now. But 10 years down the road, it might loses importance, or it might become more important. Such is life. Such is human.

What have the cards shown? Lots of pretty cards. And the outcome, the significance of October, does it mean anything to me? I know I should listen to my heart and just do it. Should I?

P/s : All quotes are from the story book 蝴蝶飞了by 大S and Pirates of the Caribbean - At World's End.

Monday, June 11, 2007

Full Tarot Reading on 11 June 2007

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What Covers You
That which influences the general atmosphere or environment (current situation)
The Hermit
Briefly: This card as it reflects a deep thinker, someone who spends time in isolation mulling over the mysteries of life. Much time may have been spent this way, and now it is all about to change.

In Detail...
This card shows an elderly gentleman with a robe and hood standing atop a mountain holding a lantern in his right hand and a staff in this left hand. It is the middle of the night and the background is dark, and offset by the glow - which looks like a star, emanating from the lantern. The mountain appears to be snow capped and the night seems cold and he is alone. This can signify an event happening at night or in winter. If you are not in a relationship at this point in time, it is likely that you soon will be as this can symbolise the end of being alone, you finally find what you have been looking for, which may have been right under your nose. There is also a deeper significance to this card as it reflects a deep thinker, someone who spends time in isolation mulling over the mysteries of life. Much time may have been spent this way, and now it is all about to change. Prepare yourself in whatever way is necessary. Maybe you need to revamp your image or put on some brighter clothes, rather than hiding yourself under a huge coat or cloak.
What Crosses You
Obstacles, conflicts or opposition in the path
Ace of Wands
Briefly: Perhaps a move interstate or overseas. Life is about to flourish and grow in more ways than you can imagine.

In Detail...
This a beautiful card to just look at. On it is a hand reaching out from the sky holding a branch that is sprouting green leaves. This is very symbolic of a new life. You may be about to uproot yourself and move to a totally different location. You could even move interstate or overseas. Life is about to flourish and grow in more ways than you can imagine. There could very well be mountains nearby in the place you are planning on moving to. The sky is blue and the world is your oyster. Now is the most favourable time to consider what possibilities lay ahead. A business venture may be undertaken now that builds a solid and secure future for you and your family. Take the initiative and move into new territory, for the old has little to offer, whereas the new is fresh and inspiring to you. If there is a proposition is put to you in the near future it would be potentially prosperous and the likelihood of producing all the things your life needs.
What Crowns You
That which has gone before you, those past events and influences that have led you to this path
The Tower
Briefly: For some people this can mean a radical change in their lives that was unexpected. It can be major house move, change of location to a totally different area or country, a divorce, or other sudden development which means you have to adapt to the ever changing forces around you.

In Detail...
This is an awesome card to look at. There is a picture of a tower and in the background is a storm and lightening. There are dark clouds and the sea leaps up around the building. There are people leaping from the windows to escape the blazing inferno. For some people this can mean a radical change in their lives that was unexpected. It can be major house move, change of location to a totally different area or country, a divorce, or other sudden development which means you have to adapt to the ever changing forces around you. Sometimes if means that a radical overhaul of your life is needed to put things into a different perspective for you. You may have been in a rut or felt unable to make new changes, and the energy of this card shows that somehow an event will occur that gives you the opportunity to do just that. If some disaster does strike that you have difficulty coping with, be aware that for some reason there is a lesson or a message in the experience for you to learn from. If a relationship ends around this time, take heed that this was meant to be, and that your resistance to move with the ever changing tide will be made more difficult if you do not adapt. It will be easier on yourself if you can remain flexible and ready to do whatever you have to do when the time comes.
What is Beneath You
The current foundation and what you have access to build upon
Ace of Cups
Briefly: There is some abundance coming into the life of the person who draws this card. Whatever is wished for will be granted

In Detail...
The picture on this card shows a large cup being held in a hand and in the cup the contents are flowing over the side and in the background is a large white done. There is a watery background and some flowers and greenery. This symbolises that there is some abundance coming into the life of the person who draws this card. Whatever is wished for will be granted. Either a new love, a new location or other significant new start is possible and will occur within a relatively short span of time. If the health has not been so good, then this will be improved radically. If you have your sights set on some specific accomplishment, it is likely to be achieved. Take a leap of faith and trust in the future.
What is Behind You
The past events or influences that have played a major role in bringing this situation to light
The Hierophant
Briefly: A man of wisdom and vast experience of life. A guiding light in the dark, a kind and inspiring man you can call on for guidance and advice.

In Detail...
This major arcana card is one of a little mystery. The man pictured looks like he knows all the answers. He is clothed in regal attire suggestive of a link with royalty. He looks too like a religious man, perhaps a preist, and the sceptre in his hand is a symbol of mastery and possibly also magic. He apppears to be an elderly man, a man of wisdom and vast experience of life. He seems like a guiding light in the dark. If this card represents you, then you are quite likely at the stage in your life where everything is under control. You have walked the rocky road of life and have mastered the techniques to reach a time of achievement and satisfaction. You may have reached all your previous goals and can now sit back and perhaps rest on your laurels if that is what you choose to do. It is a time of equilibrium, balance and serenity. The troubles of the world are behind you, and now you can take the time out to rest without too many challenges ahead. If this card represents someone in your life, you obviously look up to this person with great respect. He may have been, and still is, you best friend, your mentor, your confidante. He is a kind and inspiring man and you may have called on him for guidance and advice, which he gave with compassion and willingness. He may even be a spiritual guru who showed you the way when it was dark or in your hour of greatest need. He would have aided you in finding your path in life or gave hints of the mysteries that can often be hidden even from those who search for the meaning of life so compellingly. He is the keeper of the knowledge of life and will share it with those who seek it. He is the eternal philosopher and seeker of truth. The keys can often be symbolic of new keys coming into your life, such as new house keys or car keys. It can also show you to be aware of where you leave your keys as you may find that you accidently misplace them, which can prove to be very inconvenient. As keys can represent a new direction you are about to take in life, this may suggest that the time is ripe to make significant life changes right now or in the very near future. This card can also represent marriage.
What is Before You
Immediate future and influences all about to come to light
Four of Wands
Briefly: Perhaps the family is becoming more important to you or one long distant family member is coming to stay or you are planning to visit their home.

In Detail...
This is a beautiful card to behold. To me it appears that there is a castle in the distance, on a hill-top and the two wands on either side seem to represent the entrance or gateway to this lovely home. The garland of flowers draped over the wands give an impression of comfort, warmth and beauty. For some this card can mean that you are about to move house. The new one will be a significant improvement on the current abode. If you have already just moved, then the emphasis will be on relaxation and a sanctuary way from the hustle and the bustle of city life. A home in the country would be a suitable location to be living in. Serenity and peace will be the mode of daily living. Perhaps the family is becoming more important to you or one long distant family member is coming to stay or you are planning to visit their home, which is probably at a distance from where you are at the moment.
Your-Self
How you see yourself: a true reflection on your current attitudes and belief systems
Nine of Pentacles
Briefly: You are coming into a position of prominence.

In Detail...
The picture on this card shows a very attractive, if not beautiful, foreign looking woman who is dressed in lovely threads and wears a string of pentacles hanging around her lovely neck. She wears a turban over her hair, and she has a turquoise attached to the front of this with a spray of plumes coming out of the top. She has a beautiful ruby and diamond ring on her right hand and on her left hand she wears a leather glove. Sitting on this hand is a rather exotic looking bird, which is obviously a pet of hers. She looks serene, content and happy. Her eyes are dark and hypnotic, her lips are full and inviting. She wears lovely pearl earrings and her whole presence is one of luxury and adornment. She is surrounded by foliage and grapes. If you are this woman you are coming into a position of prominence. If you are a woman and this is not you, it could be a new friend on your horizon, one who will stand by you in times of need. If you are a male, this woman could become a pivotal figure in your future and may even end up being your wife.
Around You
How others from home or work or family view the situation
The Lovers
Briefly: If you are unattached and you deal out this card, you are being guided towards that special someone who is about to walk through the doorway of your heart and leave its indelible mark on you forever. The Lovers card always brings choices. Love is the strongest emotion we know and it can literally move mountains. The desire to be with your special person can overwhelm you and override all logic or other sense of clarity.

In Detail...
This is the most powerful card in the pack for many and varied reasons. Love is the strongest emotion we know and it can literally move mountains. The desire to be with your special person can overwhelm you and override all logic or other sense of clarity. However, if you are ever going to experience true love, then you may as well feel it with every part of your being. If you are unattached and you deal out this card, you are being guided towards that special someone who is about to walk through the doorway of your heart and leave its indelible mark on you forever. You will feel the blood rushing through your veins and the passion and desire to be with your lover so deliriously wonderful, that all else pales in comparison. This may be your soul mate, your one true love of your life, so make sure you are there and you are ready. If you are already in a relationship, another passing attraction may cause a disturbance in your feelings and you may be swayed to have a secret liaison. The Lovers card always brings choices. You can choose to love, or choose not to love. If you find yourself in a triangle situation, at some stage you will have to make your final choice. This card can also symbolise that your creativity is developing and you could start to produce some great works, whether that be a painting, a song, a poem or even beautiful new furnishings for your home such as curtains, tapestries etc. The emphasis will be on elegance and pure luxury.
Hopes and Fears
That which one coverts that lies deep inside, hopes and fears are but a razors edge apart
Six of Pentacles
Briefly: Some financial assistance that will change the course of your destiny if you act wisely.

In Detail...
The picture on this card shows a good looking man, very rugged up against the bitter cold, as it must be the Winter season at the time. He holds a coin in his right hand and is in the process of giving it to those who ask. There are two hands outstretched in front of him which are the hands of those in need of some financial assistance. In his left hand he holds a set of scales to balance out who is get receive the assistance. In the background behind him are six large pentacles, or coins, that show his wealth. If you are the person in the picture you have come a long way and are not in the position of being able to help those around you. If you are not the person in the picture, then you will seen be on the receiving end of some financial assistance that will change the course of your destiny if you act wisely. If you invest your money with prudence you may one day end up as financially secure as the one who helped you in the first place. The number six may be significant in respect to the amount received. As this number is also connected to the planet Venus, there may also be some loving encounter or experience that gives you a new outlook on life.
The Outcome
Eventual outcome based on current card path
Ten of Swords
Briefly: A time to recuperate after an operation or period of sickness.

In Detail...
At first sight this card looks just awful. There is a picture of a person laying face down in the snow with ten swords stuck in his/her back with blood oozing out everywhere. This can give a very distressing impression to your client when seeing this card in their layout. However, generally the card is not as depressing as originally seemed. It can just be a time to recuperate after an operation, which could have involved the back or neck. This person may also be needing some bed rest from exhaustion or is possibly temporarily depressed due to a current situation. Time does heal all wounds. There are stars twinkling in the dark night sky in the background, giving hope and inspiration that dawn will eventually, and always does, arrive. Daylight is only hours away, if only we do not lose sight of that timely event. The person does recover, does carry on and move into the light of day with renewed vigour and enthusiasm. It just sometimes takes a little time and possibly some tender loving care. The month of October may be particularly significant in relation to some event connected to the picture on this card. All is not lost though, as the month comes and goes just like every other month and by November all is generally well again and life is back on track.

Friday, June 08, 2007

How To Relieve Stress

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Ms. Shenton from "Wo bao" shared with readers today how AC Nielsen’s senior VP, Tom Market relive stress.

1. Take a walk out of your office for 5 minutes
2. Remind yourself that stress will dissipate soon
3. Imagine your difficulty like a piece of cheese with lots of holes. Cut them into teeny bits to solve them
4. Write down the stress factors
5. Smile when you are most unhappy
6. Watch a comedy

Author’s comments: I don’t like the cheese idea, because I don’t eat much cheese, especially not those wedged cheese type. As for unsolvable problems, sleep on it I guess. Recently I slept on a program for a few nights before it finally got approved. And I kept watching movies whether I’m stressed or not, so I doubt I should be stressed. Yeah, I’m just more worried than stressed. How come I never see articles on how to relieve worrying? Ha ha, but I do have a remedy, just ignore it lor wahaha… cos at the end of the day, sometimes, your worries are just unfounded.

Thursday, June 07, 2007

四月物語

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四月物語 shi gatsu monogatari

"I just wanted to do something new"
Like a country bumpkin in a cosmopolitan city.

A Shunji Iwai one hour film starring Takako Matsu.

Not much dialogue for the female protagonist. Just that she looks so shy, keeps looking down the floor and especially when facing with her crush. Seems so sweet.

The story is very simple, very short. But I guess it is so peaceful, it calms me down. Not that I'm in a stormy mood, just that the troubled waves keep coming and I am unable to catch my breadth before overcoming the next one. And is the feeling of uncertainty that keeps me unease. But I believe time will sort it out... zzz...

苏打绿-无言歌

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苏打绿-无言歌

there's no word for me to say
to give a sign, to sing a song
there's no word for need to say
to give a sigh, to be more brave
it's that same, same song
that made me hurt over the night
it's that crying, crying place
that i heard you
losing your way, my religion

there's no word for me to say
to give a sign, to sing a song
there's no word for need to say
to give a sigh, to be more brave

it's that same, same song
that made me hurt over the night
it's that crying, crying place
that i heard you
losing your way, my religion
losing your way, my religion

请带着我一起
飞 iyeah……
iyeah……iyeah……
hiya……hiya……
haha……

Wednesday, June 06, 2007

Dental & Health

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Recently my classmates’ toothaches (haha 2 classmates on different Saturdays complaining of toothaches) reminded me that I have not seen my dentist for quite some times. Coincidentally I keep feeling a painful sensation inside my mouth so I thought it is best to see her too.

And she told me that some people get pressure pain in the tooth. Interesting, I never knew one could be so stress that the tooth will hurts too. She told me to ignore it and stop thinking about it, and such pain will go away. Truly, these few days, the pain is not as painful as it had been.

But I found out something more “problematic” today. Today went to the health checkup organized by HR. I did the typical height, weight, body fat, blood pressure, blood glucose and cholesterol tests. Of all the tests, the cholesterol one was the last to be told because it took 3 minutes to check my total cholesterol. And I had actually passed everything, except that haha. In fact the person had asked me, why is my cholesterol so high. The thing is I am also not sure what have caused my cholesterol level to be so high. The last time I had a check-up, I was cleared of everything leh. But I do remember the cholesterol test I did 3 years ago which break down my good cholesterol and bad cholesterol, did mention I need to monitor my cholesterol abit. But it wasn’t that bad.

Anyway I guess I have to go see a doctor to do a more detailed test to break down my good and bad cholesterol. In the meantime, I guess there is noting much to be worried about. After all high cholesterol doesn’t kill; it only estimates the risk of developing a disease, specifically heart disease.

Interestingly some drugs that are known to increase cholesterol levels including anabolic steroids, beta blockers, epinephrine, oral contraceptives and vitamin D. Hmm, guess I will only know more tomorrow after seeing the Doc. But the nurse told me to change my eating habits for 2 months... hmm a timely call that I really should just withdraw into my shell...

Source : LabTests

森林唱游

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- 海在不远唱歌
厌倦解释,我们到海边
收起悲伤,轻声地唱歌
鲸鱼还在睡觉呢
噓,别吵
你看,太阳出来了

Sunday, June 03, 2007

High School Muscial

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I love musicals. So it comes as no surprise that I will like the feel this show gives me even though it has a boring storyline.

Just another story about a couple who wishes to venture new grounds. One is the son of a basketball coach and who has been "labeled" to play basketball ONLY since young. The other is an intelligent chemist I supposed. And a chance encounter made them want to sign up to be the leads for a school musical. Something which their classmate vehemently disagree because their classmate do not believe in multi-talents. A basketball player should only play basketball and nothing else. That is their thinking. Very stereotyping thinking I suppose. So the 2 protagonist tried to prove them wrong and it ended happily with them excelling both in their domains (Basketball and Chemistry Decathlon) and in clinching the role in the musicals.

The very first song that they sung that gave me a nice feel was Start of Something New. Somehow like a new beginning. Because of this song, I actually continued watching...

The next song that I wanted to know the lyrics is Stick To The Status Quo. It is the lyrics that attract my attention more. Because it was telling one to stick to doing the things they do best. A basketball player should never sing or bake. A skater should not be play the cello. A studious girl should never do hip hop.

If you wanna be cool
Follow one simple rule
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Stick to the status quo


Gosh, I doubt I will be able to survie if I had been in that school.

Then there is another 2 more songs that totally stir my heart...
When There Was Me And You
Cause I liked the view
Thought you felt it too
When there was me and you


Awww... sounds so sad right... guess it always happen when a girl realised she had mistook reality with dreams...

Breaking Free
To get to the place
To be all that we can be


When they sing this song, there was the moon for them to "dance" around... abit exaggerating. But the carefree feeling is very strong in this song... really felt like soaring with them...

Lyrics :

Start Of Something New

Living in my own world
Didn't understand
That anything can happen
When you take a chance
I never believed in
What I couldn't see
I never opened my heart (ooh)
To all the possibilities (ooh)
I know that something has changed
Never felt this way
And right here tonight

This could be the start
Of something new
It feels so right
To be here with you (ooh)
And now looking in your eyes
I feel in my heart (feel in my heart)
The start of something new

Now who'd of ever thought that (ooh)
We'd both be here tonight (ooh yeah)
And the world looks so much brighter (brighter)
With you by my side

I know that something has changed
Never felt this way
I know it for real

This could be the start
Of something new
It feels so right
To be here with you (ooh)
And now looking in your eyes
I feel in my heart
The start of something new

I never knew that it could happen
Till it happened to me
I didn't know it before
But now it's easy to see

It's the start
Of something new
It feels so right
To be here with you (ooh)
And now looking in your eyes
I feel in my heart

That it's the start
Of something new
It feels so right (so right)
To be here with you (ooh)
And now looking in your eyes
I feel in my heart
The start of something new
Start of something new
The start of something new

Stick To The Status Quo

Zeke:
You can bet
There's nothin' but net
When I am in a zone and on a roll
But I've got a confession
My own secret obsession
And it's making me lose control

Basketball players:
Everybody gather 'round

Zeke(spoken):
Well if Troy can tell his secret than I can tell mine...I bake

Basketball players(spoken):
What?

Zeke(spoken):
I love to bake! Strudels, scones, even apple pandowdy

Basketball players:
Not another sound

Zeke(spoken):
Someday I hope to make the perfect creme brulee

Basketball players:
No, no, no, nooooooooooo
No, no, no
Stick to the stuff you know
If you wanna be cool
Follow one simple rule
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Stick to the status quo

Martha Cox:
Look at me
And what do you see
Intelligence beyond compare
But inside I am stirring
Something strange is occuring
It's a secret I need to share

Brainiacs:
Open up, dig way down deep

Martha Cox(spoken):
Hip hop is my passion! I love to pop and lock and jam and break!

Braniac(spoken):
Is that even legal?

Brainiacs:
Not another peep

Martha(spoken):
It's just dancing. Sometimes I think it's cooler than homework.

Brainiacs:
No, no, no, noooooooooo
No, no, no
Stick to the stuff you know
It is better by far
To keep things as they are
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Stick to the status quo

Skaterdude:
Listen well
I'm ready to tell
About a need that I cannot deny
Dude, there's no explanation
For this awesome sensation
But I'm ready to let it fly

SkaterDudes & SkaterDudettes:
Speak your mind and you'll be heard

Skaterdude(spoken):
Alright, if Troy wants to be a singer... then i'm coming clean! I play the cello!

SkaterDude 1(spoken):
Awesome!

SkaterDude(spoken):
What is it?

SkaterDude 1(spoken):
A saw?

Skaterdude(spoken):
No, dude, it's like a giant violin!

SkaterDudes & SkaterDudettes:
Not another word

SkaterDude 1(spoken):
Do you have to wear a costume?

Skaterdude(spoken):
Coat and tie

SkaterDudes & SkaterDudettes:
No, no, no, nooooooooooo
No, no, no
Stick to the stuff you know
If you wanna be cool
Follow one simple rule
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Stick to the status quoooooooo

Everyone:
No, no, no
stick to the stuff you know
It is better by far
To keep things as they are
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Stick to the status quo

Sharpay:
This is not what I want
This is not what I planned
And I just gotta say
I do not understand
Someting is really

Ryan:
Something's not right

Sharpay:
Really wrong

Sharpay & Ryan:
And we gotta get things
Back where they belong
We can do it

Skaterdude:
Gotta play

SkaterDudes & SkaterDudettes:
Stick with what you know

Sharpay & Ryan:
We can do it

Martha Cox:
Hip hop hooray

Brainiacs:
She has got to go

Sharpay & Ryan:
We can do it

Zeke:
Creme Brulee

Basketball players:
Keep your voice down low

Everyone:
Not another peep
No, not another word
No, not another sound
No

Sharpay:
Everybody quiet

Gabriella(spoken):
Why is everybody staring at you?

Monique(spoken):
Not me, you.

Gabriella(spoken):
Because of the callbacks? I can't have people staring at me! I really can't!

Everyone:
Noooooooooooooo, no, no, no
Sick to the stuff you know
If you want to be cool
Follow one simple rule
Don't mess with the flow, oh no
Stick to the status quooooooooooooo
No, no, no
Stick to the stuff you know
It is better by far
To keep things as they are
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Stick to the status
stick to the status
Stick to the status quo

When There Was Me And You

It's funny when you find yourself
Looking from the outside
I'm standing here but all I want
Is to be over there
Why did I let myself believe
Miracles could happen
Cause now I have to pretend
That I don't really care

I thought you were my fairytale
A dream when I'm not sleeping
A wish upon a star
That's coming true
But everybody else could tell
That I confused my feelings with the truth
When there was me and you

I swore I knew the melody
That I heard you singing
And when you smiled
You made me feel
Like I could sing along
But then you went and changed the words
Now my heart is empty
I'm only left with used-to-be's
And once upon a song

Now I know you're not a fairytale
And dreams were meant for sleeping
And wishes on a star
Just don't come true
Cause now even I can tell
That I confused my feelings with the truth
Because I liked the view
When there was me and you

I can't believe that
I could be so blind
It's like you were floating
While I was falling
And I didn't mind

Cause I liked the view
Thought you felt it too
When there was me and you

Breaking Free

Troy:
We’re soarin’, flyin’
There’s not a star in heaven
That we can’t reach

Gabriella:
If we’re trying
So we’re breaking free

Troy:
You know the world can see us
In a way that’s different than who we are

Gabriella:
Creating space between us
‘Til we’re separate hearts

Both:
But your faith it gives me strength
Strength to believe

Chorus #1
Troy:
We’re breakin’ free

Gabriella:
We’re soarin’
Troy:
Flyin’
Both:
There’s not a star in heaven
That we can’t reach
Troy:
If we’re trying
Both:
Yeah, we’re breaking free
Troy:
Oh, we’re breakin’ free
Gabriella:
Ohhhh
Troy:
Can you feel it building
Like a wave the ocean just can’t control
Gabriella:
Connected by a feeling
Ohhh, in our very souls
Both:
Rising ‘til it lifts us up
So every one can see

Chorus #2
Troy: We’re breakin’ free
Gabriella: We’re soarin’
Troy: Flyin’
Both:
There’s not a star in heaven
That we can’t reach
Troy:
If we’re trying
Yeah we’re breaking free
Gabriella:
Ohhhh runnin’
Troy:
Climbin’
To get to that place
Both:
To be all that we can be
Troy:
Now’s the time
Both:
So we’re breaking free
Troy:
We’re breaking free
Gabriella:
Ohhh , yeah

Troy:
More than hope
More than faith
Gabriella:
This is true
This is fate
And together

Both:
We see it comin’
Troy:
More than you
More than me

Gabriella:
Not a want, but a need
Both:
Both of us breakin’ free

Chorus #3
Gabriella: Soarin’
Troy: Flyin’
Both:
There’s not a star in heaven
That we can’t reach
If we’re trying
Troy: Yeah we’re breaking free
Gabriella:
Breaking free
Were runnin’
Troy:
Ohhhh, climbin’
Both:
To get to the place
To be all that we can be
Now’s the time
Troy: Now’s the time
Gabriella: So we’re breaking free
Troy: Ohhh, we’re breaking free
Gabriella: Ohhhh

Both:
You know the world can see us
In a way that’s different than who we are

Source : LyricsMania

Just My Luck

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I had watched half of it that time and concluded that the storyline is just another ordinary story and I felt I could guess the ending. So I did not have plans to complete it...

But I'm the type that don't really like to miss scenes unless the movie is really boring or scary. So I completed it... and actually learnt something from it.

Luck is quite an abstract thing. Some people are just lucky throughout their life. Some people are just unlucky throughout their life. But fortune changes so long you persevere. Or like what an unlucky person says, “I give up”. Give up trying to resist the bad luck. Give up trying to keep improving one’s environment. Give up trying.

So the more you resist, the harsher luck is to you. Let it go and you will find the whole environment lightens up for your sake. Everybody has to go through rough patch. Some gets it worst than others. But mentality matters because it is your mentality that rides you through this rough patch. It is your mentality that makes you decided if you are truly the unluckiest person in this world.

Maybe is what the lady protagonist says that impacted me. When she decided to return her good luck to the guy again, she said he used it better than she does. Maybe it is because he has been unlucky so long, that is why he treasured the good luck bestowed on him. And he knows he should never take it for granted.

And the couple was sweet enough to actually pass their luck to a little girl who is also going through a rough patch. Maybe that is how luck is passed around? Besides the couple already have each other and to them, they felt that they are the luckiest couple already. As I said, mentality matters ;)

Quotes of the Day

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Source : A powerpoint with lots of pretty bridges photos

The more you plan, the less likely you will experience chance,
therefore live life to the fullest.

Life is reality without an eraser!

Nothing in the future,
will correct those moments that you have missed in the past.

Always look at the bright side of life.
If there is no bright side,
wait until the future turns to light.

Don't cry over what has happened in the past,
but be happy that you could enjoy the moment.

Don't despair,
the nicest things will happen to you when you least expect them...

Everything that happens,
happens for a reason!

Bflygal's comments : I wanna visit these bridges haha...

大头芬的世界 - Exam attitude?

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Source : 933 Podcast

Today, I randomly pick an episode to hear again. Weirdly, everytime I pick an episode, it somehow matches my mood. In that episode, she mention that she wants to do something. Problem is she did not mention what she wants to do, so I had to keep going back and forward to figure out... at the time of writing, I have not figured out what she wants to do.

But I realised something, Da Tou Fen's exam attitude is the same as mine. Everytime after exams, I hate to discuss the questions with my classmates. I hate to know where I went wrong. In the end, I am always the first to fly out of the exam hall, and the first to catch the bus home.

I still remember in my secondary school days, how my good friend tried to catch up with me. In some sense, at least he never chided me for my attitude problem, which I'm thankful.

Actually over the years, nobody ever really chided me for such an attitude. Maybe they never noticed either? Weirdly, my current classmates will actually make fun of me for such an attitude. They were pretty humourous to say that I could have reach home revising just when they were waiting for the bus home. So exaggerating.

Anyway I know they were just kidding. Just that hearing Da Tou Fen talking about her exam attitude trigger my thoughts...

Hearing Da Tou Fen's love life seems very complicated, but very real. Her friend, Da Na Bing, is even more interesting. She bought herself a TV to watch in the hostel, and started exercising and thus slim down a while. Because she had some personal problems and was doing all these to get out of this rainstorm.

Hmm I think I know what Da Tou Fen wants to do already... They say time heals all wounds. But how does time heals a broken heart which cannot be seen physically? My friend asked me why everybody asks him to move on, how does one really move on? In the end, he chose to withdraw. Da Tou Fen has also withdrawn from the society. I guess that is the common reaction of most human beings. To withdraw. To break down. To disappear...

Should I continue listening to Da Tou Fen????

Thoughts on Love

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Source : A Slice of Life by Eugene Loh (938Live DJ)

If you love someone who doesn't love you in return, be gentle with yourself. There is nothing wrong with you. You are not undesirable. The other person is judging you based on his or her own limited perceptions, experiences and values, and you should never use that as a benchmark. What matters is how you see yourself.

Conversely, if someone loves you but you don't love him or her, do not take advantage. Some of us may think It's just harmless fun or as long as I don't make a verbal commitment, it should be alright. If someone loves you or thinks he or she loves you, the feeling will probably grow more intense with time. If you accept their affection without making it clear that you will never be on the same level romantically, then you're only encouraging their feelings for you. Love is a gift, and if you know you can't accept it, refuse it gently.

If your partner chooses to leave a relationship that seems perfectly fine to you, do not assign blame. If your partner is resolute and has made it clear that it's not going to work out, do not push. Do not try to look for reasons. In such cases, it's probably better to let it go because pushing is likely to hurt you even more. You'll drive yourself insane wondering why.

More importantly, do not think less of yourself. It's usually the blameless party who bears the torment of love's departure. You did nothing wrong and there was nothing you could've done to prevent the passage of love. It passes us like a leaf on the breeze which may or may not choose to settle. The real reason is not something you can know.

Love can sometimes move in mysterious paths and if you're unable to let love go its way, you'll only end up like the wasp which dies of exhaustion while trying to break out through a closed window.

Someone once said that many lovers get it wrong by seeing their hearts as empty places that will be filled by love. They then begin to look at love as something that flows to them rather than from them. They forget that the secret of love is that it is a gift, and that it can be made to grow only by giving it away.

The world is a complex and immense place, more so than you might imagine. In the wake of a failed relationship, human beings have the tendency to make the world collapse into a little box, in which no or few opportunities exist. They draw the curtains when they really should be letting the light in.

But if you keep your heart open and learn to give love rather than expect it to come to you, love will happen for you again.

Bflygal's comment :
It's usually the blameless party who bears the torment of love's departure.

So true, but who ever believes...