And i miss you so

Never had i thought that i will miss you so much. Not till i see you. Everything began to change after you left our family. Everyone changed. No longer is working fun. I don't feel this when you reached, i only know how much i miss you when we went ktv! Awww, those memories regarding the time all of us enjoying ourselves flashes back in my mind.

But, of course, you had grown up a lot. Though still jovial or fun-loving, you are more mature now. All those hard times you went through must have shape you well. You sang with more emotions now, too. This is not going to be the last time i see you though i do wonder when the next time will be. Till then, i will miss you... Take care of yourself, bro =)

5th Annual Ec0118 Gathering

Time flies. It has been 9+years since we last met each other. I wouldn't say 'know each other' as it is after the second semester when i began to know the guys. I am talking about my poly friends. J-team (Phyo was the only one not from this team). Not all were present, but majority came. J-team consist of JianLong, John, Jocelyn, James, Jie Hao (Aris), Junhao, Junwen, (late) Jeremy, Jannah & me! Why me? You may asked. I was known as Joseph when i was working at G2000, before i changed my ang mo mia. Hence, i wanted to find a Christian name with the letter 'J' to remind myself of this unbreakable bond, after deciding to drop 'Ashton'. 'Jaron'? Considering still. This was suggested by the Wonder Twins (hao&wen).

As the title of this post suggested, it is the 5th time we had our annual gathering since 2006. This excludes other smaller gatherings or visiting our late friend, Jeremy. We even met twice last year as some find it better to meet more often, but trust me, its never been easy. But december gathering is much easier, especially since all of us wanted to meet up! Unlike some other group of friends, its rather easy to organise as most wouldn't back out at the very last minute. That is what i called real friends.
What's so different between this year's and past year's? This year mark he first time we held it outside Yiliang's place. First time we had non-BBQ food. First time we had a non-chinese organiser. First time we actually had gift exchange! *applauds* Like last year, Jian Long brought her girlfriend. But John's partner changes her status. Girlfriend no more, she is his wife now! We held this year's event at Fika - a halal swedish cafe & bistro. Man, the place was cool! (apart from 40% of their furnitures from their swedish counterpart, IKEA)

I guess we are too loud and fun loving, the waiters serving us laugh at us when we are joking and doing the gift exchange. The service was great. The place is spacious yet cosy and homely. We simply love the kitchen and the fireplace! Price of the wood was above average but comparable with Swensen's (Swensen's service is one of the worst among other restaurants in Singapore). The taste of the food was ok but their beef patties tasted rather similiar with IKEA's meatballs. We joked that theyare affliated! Lol.

The gift exchange was the highlight of the night. We had lots of fun. 5 of the 12 bought Bodyshop's products. 2 of us bought Espirit's towel! Haha, I did not know we have such 'mo qi'. I am sure there will be a ban on Bodyshop's product in 2011. The most unique gift was from Yiliang. He get a remote "Control Ur Babe" controller. John became the lucky person to get that unique gift. I am sure he is VERY happy with it. He began to try the buttons and we all laugh at the various sound the controller made. Now you know why the waiters are laughing as well?

I shall not go and talk about the movie here. In short, i had LOTS OF FUN!!! =)

Trying to decide which present goes to us

John with his handy 'controller'

Welcome to the Family! (I love this pic!)

We are in the 'Kitchen'!

lonely lonely xmas (eve)

its a boring xmas eve for me... Spending my time alone online at home. Did not go out for count down... But i have to admit, i am rather tired on the eve. Whole body is aching and my knee did not recover at all. That is going to be the most impactful event of the year. (will post 2o1o review soon!)

Despite lonely eve, my weekends have been packed with events!!! I will be watching at least 3 movies over the long weekend! I spent my x'mas watching 2 movies - Rapunzel & Tron! I also went for ktv! Lol! Now on my way to Photonics Annual Xmas gathering. Annual EC0118 gathering will be held tonight too! Woohoo! That's when the third movie is going to take place. =) Jack Black's movie is in our plans...

Rapunzel is a Disney tangled tale... the drawings are so beautiful that i thought that it is real! The music was ok but the happy ending is what drawing us back to Disney classics. Honestly, this is the first time i saw or know about this classic fairytale. I only know that there is one long hair princess among Disney's Princesses! Nice to meet you, princess! =)

Tron, on the other hand, is a little disappointing in their story line. Many profound word and, pardon my poor grasp of English, i could not understand what they are talking about or calling. I always thought the 'Clu' they are calling is 'Clone'. Nonetheless, the effects is way too cool! I like all the lightings, clothes, effects etc... 'Sam Flynn' looks great in the movie too! Suave. This movie does not starr any chio bu.

Alright, shall end the post here. I reached my destination!

台湾第三天

12月18日。清。
今天去了几个闻名地方，如国立艺传统街中心。感觉挺好的，玩得还不赖。虽然风景一般，但还是看见蛮多可爱的事物，尝到了宜兰饼和包心粉圆。还拍了许多逗趣和美丽的照片。
接着，我们便乘搭旅行巴士到苏澳新站，再从那搭火车到花莲。没想到竟然有那么多搭霸王车的人。他们应该都没买票，否则也不会没位子坐！
一到花莲站，马上就上巴士前往Shabu Shabu餐馆，享用晚餐。虽然味道一般（雪糕味道不够），但至少我们吃出乐趣来。告诉大家，我吃过王子面了喔！我还蛮喜欢！
现在正躺在床上，有点困了。明天便要换酒店，该休息。大家，晚安！

台湾之旅

现在的所在地是台北Fullerton Hotel. 首次在台湾这个宝岛写博克，感觉挺不赖的. 在这家文明的酒店居住的两晚,挺开心的.又舒适,又壮观.环境特优.惟有早点普通了点,小间了点.今天的天气比昨天暖和了许多.昨天一直下着细细的雨,冷的全家人都穿的厚厚的!我妈和爸跟我比较怕冷,姐和哥较不怕.
我们走遍了台北较出名的景点,如西门叮,台北101,故宫博物院,九份等.也算是走完了台北.但因时间不够,并没在任何一个地方逗留了很久.行程还过得去,有些小插曲就不必多说.一切早已预料到了.今天,同时也吃了许多小吃如大鸡扒,大肠包小肠等,名副其实的道地小吃.希望接下来的行程能越来越精彩!
哇!已经12.40AM 了!该休息了.新加坡和台湾的朋友们,大家晚安!

O Holy X'mas

Greetings, Everyone...

Its 8th December... 12 days to Christmas Day...

After receiving encouraging feedbacks and 'likes' in Facebook, i decided to go around the small island of Singapore to capture the captivating lightings and decorations of various malls and streets. I realised that most places like the colour combinations of purple, white and blue. Personally, i love the color combinations of this three colours, especially purple and white. It gave me a romantic, sweet and warm feeling.

I had travelled to Raffles City, Changi Airport, The Central et cetra. From these trips, i took a minute to capture the image that capture my eyes' attention! Hope that you can feel the warmth Singapore can offer this year =) enjoy!

@ Harbour Front Center

@ Marina Square

@ The Central, Clark Quay

@ Orchard Road

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Check out the photo albums:
2009: Have Urself A Merry Little Xmas [click here]
2010: O Holy X'mas [click here]

Busy December

While most students are enjoying their holidays (except for NTU), i am still working on my project. Yes, my project will cross 2 semesters and it is not even my Final Year Project (FYP). FYP only begins in January. I reckon to be more busy then.

December is a busy month for me. I will be heading to Genting on Friday night, returning on Sunday night. On Monday, i will be doing my recording with Replugged. On Tuesday, I will be having my dinner with JH & XY. On Wednesday, i will be heading to Esplanade for my music mentor-cum-instructor, Juliet's album launch before heading home to prepare my tour to Taiwan with family. When i returned from Taiwan on 22nd, I will have to attend a project visit to Microcast on 23rd dec. I will also have 2 events on 26th December! haha Busy? This schedule excludes the training i will be attending at workplace!

December is my birthday month, but i did not have much plans for my Birthday. It is ok for me. I will be celebrating my birthday in Taiwan for the 2nd consecutive years! Cool, huh?! haha!

It's 0128Hrs now! I am going to rest after doing my project halfway. I am too tired to continue. =( Hope this project can move smoothly! Then, all the hardwork will be worthwhile! =)

surprise surprise

I would like to take this opportunity to thank people who supported me over the past few weeks when i am having a tough time studying. Emotionally, they are there whenever i needed them without wanting anything in return. Thanks all who wished me via facebook or face-to-face. Special thanks to my-little-cousin-always Adrielle. Ermei & buddy, Dingze for being there for me, treating me meals at times etc =) Thanks alot.

On Sunday, after the tiring run, i met up with a group of friends for KTV celebrating Edwin's birthday. We bought a cake for him and treat him the KTV since we do not know what to get for him. To my surprise, they celebrate my birthday too! I received my first ever birthday gift in 2010! haha! Yes, caught in surprise... who will buy a cake for himself? Haha, actually, Edwin shared the cake with me for the celebration, the cake was not meant for me! We enjoyed our time & happy enough that we enjoyed our time. The zhi char doesn't taste good but we enjoyed each other company.

Thanks to Edwin for choosin the gift and Ashton (did not come), Jq & Dingze for sharing the gift! It is an awesome top & skinny jeans.... YES ! SKINNY JEANS! OMG! i will never ever get myself slim enough to squeeze into it! but hey, it definitely will serve as a motivation to me. The top fits me well but doesn't look too good on me. If only i have a better bodz. In face, i had a friend who wore this and i almost got one top looking something like that. It is unique design and not what i usually wear. Will i wear it? Maybe, when i toned up a little... or i will look too gayish!

Fun Time KTV-ing!

December Birthday Boys

Edwin giving me the present =)

SCMS 2010

It had been an amazing race, really is... I may sound boastful for posting my timing everywhere but hey, to be honest, we all know the timing is not really that good. 01:15:08 for 10km? Even i could do better in Nike Human race last year. Ranked 4394? It means there are thousands of runners (both guys and girls) much faster than me!

Despite all these, i am happy with the results. Very happy indeed. I wasn't running non-stop or was i in the mood for running. A night before the run, my friend told me he is not going. When i woke up that day, i received another sms from another friend, telling me that he is not going. Thankfully, Stephanie contacted me on SAT to ask if i want to travel to the start point together. On the way there, last friend was uncontactable! (He is still sleeping!)

The run signified my health condition! My knee did not fail me, but my fitness did! I was almost out of breath during the run, having stitch and even black out (almost) when i finished the run! I was very well hydrated after the run, not before. I got to drink mineral water after the run, collect the finisher medal before getting a cereal bar & a can of 100-plus... Ermei even treat me to the free food offer by the title sponsor to their staff (Ermei's sis is working there). Hence, i got myself free lunch with 2 ice-cream! Now you know why i never slim down despite the run...

If my knee allows me... i aim to complete 3 races next year. Adidas Sundown, Nike Run & SCMS 2011! Of course, my standard can only go for 10k. In fact, I already had friends who are willing to run with me for Adidas Sundown! Hooray!

Ermei's nephew

Youtube: Jason Chen

Some time back, I discovered another Youtube sensation with great vocal - Jason Chen. From his Youtube.com account, i managed to listen to a few covers and fell in love with his voice. There is two vid or covers i wanted to share here. One of them is Lee Hom's song while the other one? I don't know! But who cares? As long as i like what i hear here! Enjoy! =)

完美之旅

Event: Urban Legends: the perfect journey | 完美之旅

完美之旅 ｜ the perfect journey is a collection of original compositions (music/lyrics) by singer-songwriter Juliet Pang 冯欣慧. Music for her is a wonderful medium for a storyteller, and each song that writes her stories and those about whom she holds closely to her heart, adds a new color to her creative palette.

She would like to invite you to the launch of this full-length debut album, as she closes a long chapter of this season in ...her life, only to embark on the next adventure.

The concept and making of this album, offered opportunities for her to undertake production, arrangement independently, of which 4 of her originals had been fully arranged and recorded in her humble 'studio'. of which, 'hey you' is an intimate acoustic number written out of a loss of words for the sudden departure of many this year, many too young, too soon. she looks forward to sharing these raw bits of her with you.

Finally, this album though completely and ironically 'independent', is truly a collective effort and contribution of dear friends who have generously shared their time, amazing talents, and most importantly their hearts. they are these stories.

Album sales will take place on both the days, 15th and 16th Dec.
15th Dec Band Setup: James Yeo(bass/piano), Daniel Purnomo(guitar), Shawn Kok(percussion)
16th Dec Band Setup: Clarence Yeo and Juliet Pang (Uncanny Sounds setup)

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Time: 15 December at 19:00 - 16 December at 21:00
Location: Concourse, Esplanade.For more info, visit: [click here]

The Final Battle 2010

I know i am supposed to be mugging the textbooks, especially when i have less than 48hours to use for studying. But i simply couldn't get information into my mind. It doesn't help with friends choosing the wrong time to sms you stuff that can distrub your mind. Hey people, when you guys are not studying, it doesn't mean i am not!! Not that they know i am but at least, they should know the exam period, right? =x

Currently, i am in the midst of having exam. Yesterday marked my first battle this semester. I do not think that i did well but i believe i did enough to pass overall. It is just about the grade i get and the impact that i will have on my GPA. I expect that to drop this sem. No one to blame but myself.

On Thursday, i will be having my 2nd and last exam papers. It is my weakest subject area - Statistic. Lack of interest and lack of motivation is the main reason why i am not prepared for the exam yet. Mainly due to the fact that i do not wish to take many leaves. Tomorrow, i will be heading to somewhere more suitable for me to study... away from home. Hopefully, i am fresh enough to absorb all the information like a new SPONGE!... I wanna be spongebob square pants for the next two days!

Wish me luck these days =) Thanks in advance...

Happiness in a Nutshell

When have you made the most important decisions in your life?
When you were on your knees - after disasters, after knock-backs, when you've been kicked in the head.

That's when we say to ourselves:
"I'm sick of being broke,
sick of being kicked around.
I'm tired of being mediocre.
I''m going to do something."

We learn our biggest lessons when things get rough.

-Andrew Matthews

3rd Anniversary

2010.11.23
This day marks the third year without you by our side physically, never have you ever leave our thoughts... our heart... Till today, i still can remember the smiles that you never fail to wear on your face... The jokes you used to tell us in our poly days... The actions you always did in front of us...
It is strange, i must admit, that i think of you whenever i am having half chicken western meal. It will reminds me the incident in Swensen's... what Jocelyn said about you and me... I will be reminded of you whenever i read news about dragonboat or hear people talk about dragonboat. I will be reminded of you when i see people doing silly expression... haha...
On 20th Nov, we went down and pay respect to the guy who had left us while donning national colours. You are still so popular even till today... Fresh flowers can be seen at your 'place'. It is a pity that a few of us were not able to come down due to work commitment or other 'auspicious clashes'. But I am sure you know your position in their heart.
Hope that you are doing well wherever you are... having fun and bring laughters everywhere =)

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期待着雨后的彩虹

被雨困在泳池旁，等待雨停才能回家。与其在这里无所事事，到不如试着用手机写博克。

这一段日子，发生了许多微不足道的事。但我的心情当然会有受影响。没必要追究谁对谁错，只能说人事已非，必须调整自己的心态。

感觉已经有点累了。因学业而睡眠不足，因玩乐而睡眠不足，绝对不会为这人事物而睡不好。不，并非我无情无义，只是当你为这些事伤心，难过，甚至哭过后，铁定会疲倦，累倒。

Polkadot + Moonbeam: Hari Raya Special

/juliet pang.冯欣慧 + didi mudigdo.迪/



Presenting their duo sparkle in Singapore for the first time, Polkadot + Moonbeam ( Juliet Pang + Didi Mudigdo ) will share their original compositions as well as new arrangements of familiar tunes on Hari Raya on keys, ukulele and bass. Juliet Pang will also share a sneak preview into her originals to be released in her upcoming debut album in Dec 2010.

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Didi Mudigdo, based in Sydney, is a jazz singer/pianist who’s done some globetrotting especially in Asia, happily sharing his love for jazz music whilst enjoying the colorful cultures in various countries including Jakarta, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Japan (Sapporo Jazz Festival) etc. A wonderful musician and recording artiste, Didi has released 3 cds till date and also recorded with other artistes, including TJ Eckleberg, and Debra Blacquire.Juliet Pang, is a local singer-songwriter, fascinated with jazz, folk, stories and everything organic. She is the familiar voice on Eating Air’s Theme Song, 《痴风》, on 《冲着你来》 (100.3FM), and “Smile (Charles Chaplin), her latest single release on Absolute Voices, a collection of jazz vocalists. She is also the lyricist behind the COMPASS award-winning song, 《被风吹过的夏天》, a happy collaboration with local singer/songwriter/pop artiste, JJLin. She’s looking forward to sharing her debut record to be released in Dec 2010, and the many new adventures and stories that await her everyday.
Come to sit by them on 17th November 2010, and witness the evolving fresh chemistry of this quirky duo. Seats are limited!

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Catch Juliet on:
Facebook: click here
Youtube.com: click here
ReverbNation: click here

新加坡金曲奖 2010 荣誉榜

‘分猪肉’一向来都是‘新加坡金曲奖’的现象，今年已步入第16届了，当然也不例外。不，许多得奖人，实至名归。但当所有出席的艺人歌手都能捧着奖杯回去时，难免会引起争议。‘有出席，就有奖拿’已经是事实了。最引起争议的得奖人非郑可为莫属！一个刚出道的新兵，没在合格期内发行个人专辑却能得奖，这未免太扯了吧。我想有可能明年她无法拿最佳新人，所以先给他一个不重要的奖项。何维建也在2008年的了这个奖项。当年也得了不起眼的Jean Yip最酷专辑造型奖的何维建，却在2009年空手而归。

优秀新人奖再次颁发给多位新人，奖项的重要性也大大减弱。感觉上，有名气和支持者的新人要拿这奖，并非难事。Y2J虽然临时无法出席，但早也准备一个奖给他们了。其实若不去理会奖是怎么颁发的话，典礼其实还廷有看头的。

蔡健雅的幽默言语，Auntie Lucy与蔡琴(Michelle Chong)的逗趣交谈，青峰(苏打绿)用新加坡试的中文回问Auntie Lucy, 方炯镔对Auntie Lucy 与蔡琴的不知所措的表情等， 都替这典礼增添了不少气氛！各位海外嘉宾的演出，更让人叹为观止！尤其久违的黄小虎，深情的方炯镔，以及让我惊讶的田馥甄，让我又喜又悲！特别喜欢田馥甄在她演唱‘寂寞寂寞就好’时的态度，神情，简直太棒了！
以20元购买的门票，物超所值！明年，有机会一定会再去看！
年度专辑大奖 - 跨时代(周杰伦)
全方位艺人奖 - 蔡健雅
最佳专辑制作人奖 - 王治平 (感官世界\林宥嘉)
最佳本地作词奖 - 小寒 (抛物线\蔡健雅)
最佳本地作曲奖 - 蔡健雅 (若你碰到他\蔡健雅)
最佳本地歌手奖 - 蔡健雅
最佳演绎男歌手奖 - 林俊杰
最佳演绎女歌手奖 - 黄小琥
最佳组合奖 - S.H.E
最佳乐团奖 - 苏打绿
最佳创作歌手奖 - 苏打绿
优秀新人奖 - 龚芝怡,魔幻力量Magic Power, 严爵
亚洲传媒大奖（男歌手）- 周杰伦
亚洲传媒大奖（女歌手）- 蔡健雅
亚洲传媒大奖（乐团）- 苏打绿
亚洲传媒大奖（组合）- S.H.E
海外杰出歌手奖 (中) - 张靓颖
海外杰出歌手奖（港） - 陈奕迅
海外杰出歌手奖（台） - 张惠妹（阿密特）
海外杰出歌手奖（马) - 方炯鑌
最受欢迎男歌手奖 - 罗志祥
最受欢迎女歌手奖 - 杨丞琳
最受欢迎团体奖 - S.H.E
最受欢迎新人奖 - 龚芝怡
Y.E.S.93.3FM醉心龙虎榜年度顶尖金曲 - Shero (S.H.E)
Y.E.S.93.3FM醉心龙虎榜榜上风光奖 - S.H.E
Y.E.S.93.3FM醉心龙虎榜停榜最久奖 - 没那么简单 (黄小虎)
新进男歌手人气奖：黄鸿升(小鬼)
新进女歌手人气奖：张芸京
新进组合人气奖： Y2J
传媒推荐最具潜力歌手奖 - Olivia Ong
传媒推荐最具潜力本地歌手奖 - 郑可为
F&N 大跃进歌手将 - 黄鸿升(小鬼)
Bioskin 最前卫造型奖 - 张芸京

我没有很想你

我没有很想你
我只是在早上醒来的时候，看看手机，有没有你发来的信息，有没有你的未接来电。

我没有很想你
我只是在上网的时候，首先关注你的空间，看看你最近是不是有更新。

我没有很想你
我只是在聊天的时候，翻阅你发给我的短信，看着你的照片，回忆一下那些美好时光。

我没有很想你
我只是饿了会想你饿吗，冷了想你会冷吗?

我没有很想你
我只是走在大街上看到男男女女，好希望那一对对里有我们。

我没有很想你
我只是把你的来电调成唯一的铃音，放在我身边，并时不时的看看是否自动关机，是否信号良好。

我没有很想你
我只是在吃小吃的时候，想如果你能和我一起吃，那该是多幸福的事啊。

我没有很想你
我只是在听歌的时候，偶尔会被某句歌词击中，脑中出现短暂的空白。

我没有很想你
我只是想看看你的样子，听听你的声音。

我没有很想你
我只是在别人无意提起你的时候，愣在那里，不知答话。

我没有很想你
我只是在睡前紧握着手机，等待着你的情话，等待着你说晚安。

我没有很想你
我只是睡不着的时候想想你，但是，我不知道我是因为睡不着而想你，还是因为想你而睡不着我没有很想你我只是在每次醒来的时候，第一个想到你……。

或许想念只属于某一个人，如果两个人都在想念彼此，那一定是一对幸福的恋人。

我真的没有很想你...

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以上并非出自小弟之作，但因非常喜欢便想与大家分享。

UGLY UGLY UGLY

      "UGLY UGLY UGLY!" No, i am not calling anyone ugly! Honestly! It is all part of the card game - UglyDoll. When we see two 'ugly' monster appears together, we needed to shout "UGLY UGLY UGLY" and hit on the cards before we can claim those cards as our winning cards! Alright, XY actually commented that the 'ugly' monster aren't that ugly at all. I do agree with that. They are kinda cute in their own ways, haha.

      Despite late Friday night and waking up early in the Saturday morning, the fun keep me energise throughout the day! I only begin to feel it when i left the group. Yes, i am refering the ever fun-loving Xinyi, ever laughing-only-when-she-is-with-us Nat & getting-lamer-and-lamer Bernard! haha. Who cares, love their fun loving attitude! That is what make me feel young! Hmm.. sounds like i am alot older than them, but i am NOT! haha.

      We had our games at Play Nation. Other than UglyDolls card game, we had a taste of chair-stacking fun and Cluedo. I had the classic Cluedo at home. The newer version includes some power cards, better-looking weapons, floor-plan & 'Intrigue' cards! But the general rules sticks. Never had i enjoy Cluedo so much! Maybe due to my competitive nature, i remember me trying to track down the 'murderer', weapons & locations as fast as i could! This time round, i played with more wit! haha. Feeling good to make Nat believed that the "candlestick" is the weapon!! I'm good. But due to poor luck, i did not win despite being the first to have all the answer! Unlike last time, we need to enter the swimming pool in the center to solve the mystery!

miniature CHAIRS

big Yoshi and me =)

      It's a pity that i had to leave for my vocal lessons. Something i hope not to miss as there are limited lessons left and i really love singing. My friends would have know that! I do have a love of photography too. Honestly, i am happy with the photos i took during our lunch at Tea Cosy. I was treated with poker-dots cup of hot chocolate! It is so not me and i was being teased by the rest as the hot chocolate usually served in plain cup! haha. Maybe i am cute? haha.

      Miso Dory seems to be the best food i ate there, despite being a little bit salty. the desserts we ate weren't that impressive. But the decorations there are great. That is why i took lots of photos there. Everywhere, we can see little angels =) Hope you like the photos i took as much as i do! =)

hear no evil, say no evil, see no evil

kissing angels

dreaming

resting angels

emcee debutant

The experience for being emcee for the first time? Its Nerve-wrecking, I was so nervous like hell and needed a glass of alcohol (forget what the groom ordered for me) to calm myself a little. But i would say it is a great experience. Probably its once in a lifetime experience. But lesson learnt from this experinece: it is totally two different art in terms of speaking/communicating in chinese and reading out chinese script! Looks like i have to practise my readin skills before i ever become an emcee again =x (i.e. if there is any one to 'employ' me as one)

I must really thank all those who have been very supportive to me on taking up the job. Being someone with stage fright, i need lots of courage and encouragement to be able to stand there unfazed. I am glad i did pretty well for my standard but definitely not a professional one. I am my own critics that night. Hence, i really glad to have so many people behind me. I even received sms-es from a few people before and during the show... Thanks guys!

Frankly speaking, parts of me are pretty excited with the fact that I DID IT! I thought of doing it again if any chance arises. More probably that i could sing too... haha... The feeling is undescribable! I had a great co-emcee to keep me chill too. But i guess i should give myself some credits on handling the unexpected hiccups of the events. FYI, the show did not goes as planned, if anyone saw the flow on our script. Hence, i think i could be proud of myself and give myself a pat on my back =) Thanks Elaine, for sharing the 'spotlight' with me! haha

Anyway, i wore a blazor and look extremely smart for the first time in my life. Hopefully, i look good in suits! haha... Will upload some pics if i have them =)


my lovely co-emcee, Elaine
Lovely Summer, she shed 30kg!
Ris, HK & me

韋禮安

      Recently, i had been exposed to many new singer and one of the many that caught my eyes (or ears) is 韋禮安. A rather new singer on the block and his '有沒有' sounds simple but trust me, its not that easy as it seems when you sing in KTV. This song is a song you will love once you hear it. Hebe(S.H.E) did a good job in one of the variety show in Taiwan too.
      Other songs that caught my attentions are '慢慢等' & '因為愛'. Definitely a singer to look out for... and will go and listen to more of his songs... If you are bored with the chinese market nowadays, listen to him may spur some interest and hope in chinese music scene. =D

unlucky day

      It seems that AUGUST will end on a bad note to me. What could have gone worse than today, i often wondered.

      First, i woke up knowing that one of my favorite long sleeve Tee was dyed by another Tee of my sis. Then, in a foul mood, i forget to bring my wallet to the company. The only lucky thing is... Eugene drove to work today. Hence, he is able to drive me back during lunch time to get it, or i will give up my lunch. I have no appetite anyway. So, Thanks Eugene.

      I didn't had a good sleep due to doing some assignment for a friend. Hence, get tired and cranky easily. Poor health conditions do contribute to my crankiness too... lol! Anyway, the main reason of going back and get my wallet is because i am suppose to meet up with my friend after work. But in the end, the meet up was cancelled. I was supposed to pass him his assignment but he didn't even bother to contact me until i smsed him before i leave the company. This leave me disappointed... I called him and he told me to scan and send him instead. When sms-ed him after that, he apologised that he had something on "emergency". This obviously does not satisfied me. I refused to reply him via msn and has not been contacting him till now.

      At work, i got my request for net access for my school email to keep myself updated with the school timing and projects. The request was rejected! duh! What's up with the stupid company? My manager did not even approve or let me submit an official request! This is the spark that starts the fire! I seriously should consider what i wanted and don't give a damn shit about the company! By the way, my manager rejected my request as it was deem "more of a personal reason and not job-related" reason!!! F**k!

      Wanting to let off some of my anger, i prepared myself for a swim... But i realised before leaving my house that its MONDAY! and the pool was closed on every Monday! Plan changed and i went Gym! Just as i thought nothing could gone worse, my earpiece was severely broken during exercising! Yes, till now, i am still feeling angry, sad, fustrated, disappointed and IN NO MOOD OF STUDY! Should i skip my lessons, AGAIN??!!!

你不知道的事

你不会知道 我的喜悦，
你不会知道 我在生气，
你不会知道 我的悲伤，
你不会知道 我在开心，

因为你不视我的喜怒哀乐。

你不会知道 我在期待，
你不会知道 我的心情，
你不会知道 我在等待，
你不会知道 我的想法。

因为你不视我的重要性。

-未完-

你不知道的事 - 王力宏

　　蝴蝶眨几次眼睛 才学会飞行
　　夜空洒满了星星 但几颗会落地
　　我飞行 但你坠落之际
　　很靠近 还听见呼吸
　　对不起 我却没捉紧你

　　你不知道我为什么离开你
　　我坚持不能说放任你哭泣
　　你的泪滴像倾盆大雨 碎了满地
　　在心里清晰

　　你不知道我为什么狠下心　
　　盘旋在你看不见的高空里
　　多的是 你不知道的事

　　蝴蝶眨几次眼睛 才学会飞行
　　夜空洒满了星星 但几颗会落地
　　我飞行 但你坠落之际
　　很靠近 还听见呼吸
　　对不起 我却没捉紧你

　　你不知道我为什么离开你
　　我坚持不能说放任你哭泣
　　你的泪滴像倾盆大雨 碎了满地
　　在心里清晰

　　你不知道我为什么狠下心
　　盘旋在你看不见的高空里
　　多得是 你不知道的事
　　我飞行 但你坠落之际
　　噢噢~

　　你不知道我为什么离开你
　　我坚持不能说放任你哭泣
　　你的泪滴像倾盆大雨 碎了满地
　　在心里清晰

　　你不知道我为什么狠下心
　　盘旋在你看不见的高空里
　　多的是 你不知道的事

封闭自己

欢乐后，为何会更悲伤?
玩乐后，又为何会更寂寞?

多久没有这种感觉了，或许因为自己已经建立起了一道无形的墙。保护最脆弱的心
灵，不让别人经略。但人总是防不胜防，在不知觉时，既然把防范之心给卸了下来。

难过可能是因为玩了很久, 是因为笑了太多, 是心理起了作用。

没有欢乐， 哪来的悲伤?
没有玩乐， 哪来的寂寞?
没有接触， 哪来的伤害?

突然间，脑子里浮现了一个问题?

是否该封闭自己一段时间?

好让自己了解现阶段的自己，要的是什么。
好让身心疲倦的自己，能得到适当的休息。
好让现在的自己，恢复平常的自己。

现在的我，真的快乐吗?

east coast park

      Over the weekend, i had two major activities... cycling @ East Coast Park should have been an easy affair BUT it is not. Lots of tussle going on and we get tired with a little knocks here and there. Still, i am able to take some of the nicest photos i ever took =).

Anemometer @ Bedok Jetty Donatello, Me & Edwin
Sun Setting view
One of the best photo i ever took =)
Flag Bearer for NDP 2010

rough time

      It happened to my friend before. It is happening to me now. But the reasons for the happening are different and now... the outcomes are different too. i had missed my exam timing due to oversleeping...

      I had a rough time today... I could not get a cab despite trying to go for the exam... Waited for 40minutes to no avail. It leave me no choice but to visit doctor for my sickness... Hopefully my appeal will be granted... For now, i could only sit and pray...

      I cried... i laugh... i even went crazy for a few minutes. Its been a long time since i behave this way... I remember the last time was in 30SCE during my night jog... i cried when i feel helpless at getting a cab... and when i reach home, i got another hit... salt on my wound... when i know that i made it to the Dean List. its an acheivement that i am suppose to be happy... I should be proud... i should boast around... but i couldn't as i was now at the bottom of my mood...

      But thanks to xiao ming who is available to accompany the whole day... i feel so much better walking around... exploring Kampung Buangkok! =x I also want to thank all those who saw my fb & tweets... consoling me via all mediums... Thank you.

new experience

      Its been a great week for me. My life had never been so packed with exciting events before. In May, i began my IPT training, making my debut in performing and went trekking. I love my life now, its tiring, but fulfilling! I am sure will be much happy if i am not studying and earning better pay, but i am not complaining as i am content with what i am going through right at this moment.

      IPT is a totally new experience for me. It helps my body to condition and get ready for tougher activities like the upcoming Mizuno Mt Faber Run 2010, and annual IPPT! I may participate in more runs this year like Nike Human 10k Race, Yellow Ribbon Run (SEPT) and even Standard Chartered Run (DEC)! Oh i forgot to mention the part II of my Mizuno Duo Wave (place yet to confirmed). I would have been to Adidas Sundown if i did not wait for company =x. Its great to get my body up and running. I am still far from being in good condition. My Muar trip concluded this.

      Last Thursday, i went with WeiPing & XiaoMing to Gunung Ledang & Muar. Despite the fact that we only moved up to CP4 (due to time constraint) of the 2nd most difficult mountain in Malaysia - Gunung Ledang (Mt Ophir), our legs could hardly support our body. We ended aching and needed a body massage to relax our muscles(slightly). Its exciting and for the first time, my legs are shaking unintentionally during an activities. Trekking is fun! but we need to be better prepared before we head for next trekking trip. At Gunung Ledang, we had great fun at the Puteri Waterfall & Kolam Gajah (CP4). Will post more about the trip at a later time!

      I can't have thought that my life will be so exciting. Its a little late for my age but hey, who cares?! More importantly i enjoyed my life and feel excited about my life, isn't it? After tomorrow's mid-term test, i will prepare for KL trip over next weekend. More trips are in the planning =)

Making My Debut

      I had experience in singing in a choir with my sec sch choir members in speech days... i had experience performing a musical instruments during my pri school... i had experience in singing as a choir in a joint school event! (and receive praises from my PRINCIPAL, Mrs Song!)... i had numerous experience in singing LIVE in KTV room =x but i had never performed a song in a duet right in front of a reasonable crowd PUBLICLY.

      I was at Simei Care Center performing together with a group of singing enthusiasts from Replugged Music. We enjoyed ourselves despite some hiccups. Those were the minor ones and its great to see some stand/sit and listen to us... singing along with us... The feeling is simply undescribable! haha. Anyhow, that marks my debut... first time singing with Kelly. Feel comfortable singing with her. And great to know the rest like Kokseng, Wayne, Donald, Darryl, Vivian, Angeline, Meixian, Kristen, Fion and of coz, Kelly =)

      This marks the end of my May events... Finally can take a rest for singing and concentrating on my fitness (IPT) and overseas trip (Muar & KL) before ending with a family event (Chalet!).

So Close

      A beautiful melody, soothing vocal... I have the urge to learn this song up. If ever i had the chance, to sing this beautiful melody to my princess... Who knows, i could also sing this for newly wed! If they invite me to! haha...

Lyrics:
You`re in my arms
And all the world is calm
The music playing on for only two
So close together
And when I`m with you
So close to feeling alive

A life goes by
Romantic dreams will stop
So I bid mine goodbye and never knew
So close was waiting, waiting here with you
And now forever I know
All that I wanted to hold you
So close

So close to reaching that famous happy end
Almost believing this was not pretend
And now you`re beside me and look how far we`ve come
So far we are so close

How could I face the faceless days
If I should lose you now?
We`re so close
To reaching that famous happy end
And almost believing this was not pretend
Let`s go on dreaming for we know we are
So close
So close
And still so far

april = expenditure

      I think i saved a lot in the month of Feb & March but i spent like hell in the month of april! Went for 1 concert, 3 movies, 3 farewell, lunches... and i am sure you understand that i get a lot fatter too!!! I had great food in april and they, of course, came in a price!!!

      I had reaches the peak of my weight over the last 5 years! I can't believe it!!! i gonna exercise my ass off... Pardon my rough words! I forced myself to go for swimming & gym... and i hope it do helps... but only time will tell.. Must really save $$ for my studies... Hence, i guess, i will not be having expensive good food any time soon!!!

      Ganbateh Wee Liang! in the name of Metrosexual!!! haha

Kelly Clarkson 'Live' in Singapore

      In simple tee & jeans, i hardly recognised Kelly Clarkson on stage. She was here on Tuesday for her 'All I Ever Wanted' Tour in Singapore leg. To be honest, this was one of the least crowded concert i ever went to. Asian pop-stars gather a larger crowd than her. Imagine Jay Chou's concert tickets was out within 2 hours? But for those who gave this concert a miss, i am sure you will be regretted.

      The stage was a simple one. It seems to be more like a gig than a concert. She had with her 2 vocalists and a band, which includes a DJ. To perform in front of a rather small crowd (for a concert), i must salute her for her professionalism. She perform every song with equal enthusiasm, attitude and high energy! I certainly feel her sincerity! I wonder why the organiser did not pack us nearer to the center of the seats (facing her). Since most of the time, she will be singing towards the front.

      Frankly speaking, i actually mistook Clarkson as an opening act. The main reason was that i could hardly recognise her. She had grew rather plump (but her vocal still rather powerful). My last impression of her was in her "Never Again" music video. Where she was still (seems to be) a beautiful, slimmer lady. Her outfit could have been better though. My friend commented that she looks like someone who going to our heartland mall shopping. Or, maybe, she just want her voice to stood out and be the main attention?

      I am not a Kelly Clarkson's die-hard fan nor even considered a fan. I like her voice through classics like 'A Moment Like This', 'Breakaway', 'Since You've Been Gone' etc. Newer hits like 'Never Again' and 'Already Gone' sounds pretty good too. To be there in the indoor stadium, my job is to sit back and enjoy her performance. She did, in fact, impress me with her songs and covers. If you ever had a chance to catch a glimpse of her concert, this is surely all you ever wanted!

Here’s the setlist if you’re wondering:

1.All I Ever Wanted
2.Miss Independent
3.I Do Not Hook Up
4.Impossible
5.That I Would Be Good (Alanis Morissette cover)/Use Somebody (Kings of Leon cover)
6.Breakaway
7.If I Can’t Have You/Can’t Get You Out of My Head (Kylie Minogue cover)
8.Never Again
9.Lies (The Black Keys cover)
10.Acoustic Medley (Just Missed The Train, Low, Addicted, Gone)
11.Behind These Hazel Eyes (Acoustic)
12.Save You
13.I Want You
14.Don’t Let Me Stop You
15.Because of You
16.Walk Away
17.Since U Been Gone

Encore: 1.Already Gone
2.Seven Nation Army (The White Stripes cover)
3.My Life Would Suck Without You
*Special Thanks to Rickified's Review [Click Here]

selected

      Officially, i am selected as one of the performers for the charity event. Will upload the details of the event soon. Can't remember who are the patients too.

      Before i could sing Karen Mok's song, i was emailed and asked to sing "你是我心内的一首歌" instead, a duet between Lee Hom & Selina. Beautiful duets... a tough song for guys i guess. if you know the song, you would have noticed how much different Lee Hom need to sing with Selina as the main singer. Hence, i have lots to improve on! What's more, i am asked to have some simple movements with my fellow partner, Kelly.

      The audition went rather smooth. Juliet "passed" during the audition. And today, just checked my email to see that we had another song to learn - "Can't Smile Without You" by Barry Manilow. Its gonna be a ending song, i suppose, where the whole group of us singing and dance with the music.

      How would we fare? I totally had no idea! Here's song with the lyrics:

metrosexual: me?

      i kinda miss my life... sure, i am enjoying myself once awhile still. But hey, its kinda different from last time... or was it due to the fact that i am older now? lol. i do get tired more often than last time... i do feel that i am more lethargic but hey, i still want to enjoy!

      If someone wants to categorize me under metrosexual or a wannabe, i would admit right away! *laugh* why wouldn't i? Hey, who doesn't wanna look great and enjoy the compliments from people all around you? Even if i am not suave or drop-dead gorgeous (if there are people who describe guys as this), i would still want to look good in pictures! I would love to have all the memories of my youth or post-youth in photos and when i grow old, i still can sit on a rocking chair and think about my beautiful memories...

      Opening up my wardrobe, i realised that i have not been spedning on clothes like how i used to be. i had not been shopping for clothes... all my money have been spent on food & gatherings, recently... Not forgetting, i had a monthly insurance bills, thrice yearly school fees etc. But i am just glad to spend some on my singing lessons & facial. My face had been rather bad due to late night and not having enough rest... who to blame? no one! i can't be that discipline even though i love to... haha... i had to force myself for early rest i guess! since i don't like to be nag or forced by others! lol!

      Had been gaining lots of weights and have been complaining here and there. Have occassionally went for jogs but no much improvement though! No thanks to the lack of discipline in my food control! haha... I want to look good! i want to look great! i want to look SUPERB! and YES! i am a metrosexual!

what does 'blog' meant to me

      Its been a long time since i last sit down and do some decent posting. Alright, i guess i wasn't that enthusiastic in blogging anymore. This does not mean that i gave up my little space here. In fact, i do have plans of changing this blog outlook to a more simple one. Hoping that little maintenance is required and it can make me come back more often to post. Fine, i had to admit, i am lazy. *laugh*

      One of the main reason of not wanting to give up here is the fact that i can blog freely in both Chinese or English. Back in poly days, this little corner provide me with the space to share my views or at times, some rants... I have to thank blogger.com for improving my writtne english standard, back then. I passed the following year in 'O's as a private candidate. The only other web where my friend could see my articles was Yahoo! groups. Those were the days... *Smile* Sweet memories...

      After enrolling into National Service, i began to use Chinese language more often and listen to more Chinese songs, as compared to Poly days. Soon, my verbal Chinese is much better than my English (though this has always been the case before Poly). Working in a Chinese oriented department doesn't help much. I am not saying that it is bad for me to be eloquent in chinese. It is just that i am greedy and wanted the best of both world! *laugh*

      When i suffer huge blows in writing some posts in facebook.com, i had totally stopped my writing (apart from tweet or plurk). Now that i am back at 'Square 1". Personally, i do hope that i could have time to blog or motivated to come back and blog. =)

自选歌曲 Personal Selection

这也许是我Level 2的自选歌曲, 还未确定Charity Audition的歌曲。

我, 哭了

绵绵细雨 又在下了.
看着外面的街上又湿了
我一直等着你的归来，
才让屋里灯都亮着。
我就这样伤心地睡了，
这样压抑地醒了，
想着你要来了，
但可该变的都变了。

而孤独是什么 心冷又是什么
情是什么 而你是什么?
我不要再想了， 我已经倦了
我不想再唱了， 我已经哭了

我想陪你坐着，
我想听你说着，
我想知道我值得， 以为我们还爱着。
我把窗户都开着， 风也是凉的，
我一个人唱着歌， 声音也变成冷的。

而孤独是什么 心冷又是什么
情是什么 而你是什么?
我不要再想了， 我已经倦了
我不想再唱了， 我已经哭了

雨， 又在下了。

shOut Out

      I am wondering, how many of my friends are watching this little corner of mine.. or have all left my blogging world? I had to admit that i wasn't been hardworking enough to keep this blog update after having facebook & tweeter/plurk. It just that i haven't have the time or mood to sit down and post a long enough post for blog. If you are reading my post now, thanks... Please give me a shout out at the tagboard. Thanks in advance!

      Recently, have been busy with school work. Projects, assignments, labs etc... all the deadlines are drawing closer... i had became alot more busier after CNY. There was once where i merely slept or napped for 40mins in 2 days in preparation for a test. In the end, i guess i did not perform well enough. But yesterday, i was impressed by myself by finishing the whole assignment almost single handedly! There was a sense of acheivement... haha

      Mentioning about CNY - Chinese New Year aka Lunar New Year. I enjoyed this year's edition as more gatherings, mingling around etc. Its enjoyable and we took alot of photos... especially with my mother side's cousins... haha. Not to forget, our TABOO session was great... Best performer must be Clement. He is great! haha... Look forward to have more such session!!!

      K lar.. its late... i will update soon again =)