PPM & BBM

Recently, I saw many Singapore politicians had the word BBM behind their name. I initially thought it is refering to lawyers, but i decided to google it to find out the actual name. I had asked a few friends before googling but none of them know the actual reason/meaning. Here are the actual explaination:

The Pingat Bakti Masyarakat (Public Service Medal) or PBM in short, was instituted in 1973. The medal may be awarded to any person who has rendered commendable public service in Singapore for his achievement in the field of arts and letters, sports, the sciences, business, the professions and the labour movement.

The Bintang Bakti Masyarakat (Public Service Star), instituted in 1963, is awarded to any person who has rendered valuable public service to the people of Singapore, or who has distinguished themselves in the field of arts and letters, sports, the sciences, business, the professions and the labour movement. Bars may be issued for further service. Recipients are entitled to use the post-nominal letters BBM just like the PBM.

- source: wikipedia

Looking Back... 2o11

Honestly, 2011 had been a year full of fun and also unhappiness... one of the notable incident is FYP! I actually did not find any motivation to do it and i took last 3 weeks to complete what should have been a year of hardwork. My grade? B. No disappointment with the grade, only myself. With that, i ended my part-time degree on a low note. No 2nd upper class, just a 2nd lower class.

Looking at the resolutions for 2011, it is not hard to see that i had failed to fufil most of the resolutions i set. Here are those i set to acheive:

[  ] Learn 2 songs of different language (e.g Cantonese, Korean)
[  ] Learn at least 1 upbeat song.
[  ] Learn a musical instrument (hopefully piano)
[  ] Record at least 1 video (for youtube account: JWeeTV)
[  ] Aim for B+ and above for FYP
[  ] Take a set of photos on 'Donuts' (my flickr account: mini_donuts)
[X] Capture more captivating photos using my perception!
[X] Complete 3 short Marathons (Adidas Sundown, Nike & StandChart)

Short Wishlist:
[  ] Able to slim down
[X] Recover from my knee injuries
[X] Have a chance to perform?

Out of the 8 resolution and 3 wish items, i managed to do some of them. I had not learn any upbeat song or songs of foreign languages, though i am re-learning Burmese version of 'Open Arms' currently. I will be learning guitar from 2 shifu this year. JWeeTV had seen more videos of other local talents like Polkadots & Moonbeam. Though mini_donuts did not have much photos, i uploaded a few themed album onto my facebook channel. I don't like flickr as it only allow 200 most recent pics unless i upgrade my account. Hence, i will to Facebook. Oh i also did quite a number of marathons in 2011. This also means my legs are getting better. Great, isn't it?!

In my wishlist, i hope to slim down but in fact, i gained weight. Now i am trying to lose those pounds. Looks like more hardwork is needed. Thanks to Darryl, i got chances to perform in 2011. I also emceed for Guanjie and Wendy's wedding. Other than that I participated in a online singing competition but did not made it to the audition. Never mind, its for an experience. Not a great year (2011), hope things will get better!