Hooray!!! I've nearly completed the first part of my artefact...I'll get started on the second part next week. I may be able to complete the entire artefact by the end of next week...I so happy...
After completing my artefact, I'll be able to start on my presentation board. that will probably take some time...but, I think that I am able to complete my entire coursework by the dead line given to us - 12th of August.
Actually, it's pretty disheartening as, the my birthday is on the 11th of August...but the deadline falls on the 12th and the preliminary examinations start on the 13th...It's ok...I'll just have to sacrifice any birthday celebrations this year...well, to be honest, maybe next year's too.
For lunch today, Jasmine and I rushed to Liang Court for lunch...we actually wanted to have Japanese food, but decided against it at the very last minute so, we had McDonald's instead...It was pretty daft but it was the only other option...we seriously did not want to have coffee and/or pastries for lunch (Starbucks).
I just can't wait to complete my course work...only then, com a focus COMPLETELY on my other subjects...

'Spectacular achievements are always preceded by unspectacular preparation.' - Roger Staubach

Went for geography lessons this morning and D&T lessons this afternoon.
Everything went pretty smoothly today. I have already finished fixing up 2 of my four compartments. There was a slight problem at first...but it has been solved. After our D&T session, I went to the library with Jasmine. I borrowed about 5 books... I think that I'll be able to finish reading them by the end of next week.
I hope to complete my D&T project soon... I really don't want to waste any time. Hopefully, I'll be able to do so.
It's really sad that the absenteeism rate during the holidays is so high. nearly half of my classmates did not attend the geography lesson today... Even for D&t... most of the 4Ns did not make it...
I really wonder why...Isn't it most important to word hard now so that we can graduate proudly in a year or two...
I hope that everyone will try and put in the effort to work hard.

'We will often find compensation if we think more of what life has given us and less about what life has taken away.' - William Barclay

Went for geography lesson this morning. It took only about one and a half hours. After that, I rushed all the way home to bathe and prepare as I had to meet Pamela, Choy Pheng, Ray, Jun Hao and Keith at 11.30am. Kelvin was supposed to meet us too but he pulled out at the last minute. We went to united square to visit our instructor at the Jean Yip academy before heading for lunch. we then shopped around for a while and finally, We all admitted that we were bored to death...So...we decided to head home. The bus journey home was filled with much laughter though...
Choy Pheng took Jun Hao's earpiece and refused to return it... Jun Hao then pushed the blame to me... I acted cool, ass though nothing had happened... For revenge, Jun Hao took Choy Pheng's slippers... The whole scenario was simply hilarious...We were all laughing really hard.

'Might as well remove those doubts. Fun is what it's all about.'

Attended our Social studies lesson today. It was a pretty quick one. We went through just some of our class work and that was about it.
Before the lesson, a few of us met for lunch. We planned to go to united square tomorrow. I guess it would be fun. We do have geography lesson in the morning though. We'll proceed home after that to get changed before heading to United square.
My holiday entries would a pretty boring as there really isn't much to blog about...

'Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.' - Stephen Covey

My mood today was really unstable. I had a really bad morning as something made me really upset.
It actually made me upset for the entire day. I even cried during the bus journey to United square. I was just so disappointed and hurt. Some people just don't respect me. If you guys can't even respect me, why bother to even make me the chairman?
When we started out hairstyling session today, everything went on quite smoothly. I cooled down a little although the hurt was still there. But I managed to control my emotions and kind of enjoyed the rest of the day. We learnt to do a one length hair cut today. I was slightly difficult at first, but most of us soon got the hang of it. It was amazing. I actually managed to laugh at some of the jokes the guys made.
I would also like to thank those who knew that I was upset and left me alone for a while. Thank you...
I'm also feeling pretty nervous right now as we shall be getting back our report books tomorrow. I really wonder haw my results will turn out... I do hope that they are not too bad.
All the best...

'We confide in our strength, without boasting of it; we respect that of others, without fearing it.' - Thomas Jefferson

'We must build a new world, a far better world - one in which the eternal dignity of men is respected.' - Harry S. Truman

We learnt to colour as well as blow a particular dolly's head today. It was really fun. As we used conditioner instead of cream, Our hands were all oily after the colouring session. The guys even decided to have some oily handshake. Haha.
During our break, We decided to explore United Square a little as we still has some time left on our hands. When we decided to come down from the topmost floor, We found out that a security guard was following us. Some of us were quite worried. Basically, emotions were mixed. We felt weird, slightly worried, angry and most of all, we felt that it was really funny. We then decided to get one of our instructors to clarify the matter. It turned out that a fight occurred there yesterday and the guard was worried that we would too. It was so funny.
After the session, we still had some time left, so we decided to explore the shopping mall again...well..actually it was also to try and look for that security guard. We roamed levels one and two, but he was no where to be found. Finally, when we were on level three, we nearly bumped into him. Literally. It was Hilarious. Keith saw him first, he smacked his palm onto his forehead. The guard then asked if we liked this place so much. Ray and Kelvin did all the talking. The rest of us - Pamela, me, Choy pheng, Jun Hao and Keith were all to busy laughing. It was just so funny.
We've decided to try and look for him again tomorrow. I really wonder what reactions we will have when we see him again.

*By the way, today we saw someone waho really resembles Haruma Miura, the main actor from the movie 'Sky of Love'. It was so cool...

'Set all things in their own peculiar place,and know that order is the greatest grace. - John Dryden.'

Attended our first hairstyling session today. it was just so cool. The lesson today was on washing and blowing. As usual, I partnered with Pamela and we washed and blowed each other's hair. It was really fun.
We learnt the different techniques of scalp massage as well as washing techniques. This would surely be a useful lesson. I do not regret taking this course at all. In fact, I'm looking forward to all the upcoming lessons.
The trainers there are great too. We have indeed learnt a lot from them.
Thank You.

'There is no calamity greater than lavish desires. There is no greater guilt than discontentment. There is no greater disaster than greed.'

I'm so happy. The baby shower we organised for Mdm Choo was a great success. Well, almost. Pamela, Kai Yun, Angie, Eileen as well as myself was particularly upset about one incident. And Since no one notices our unhappiness, I shall not state the cause. I'm sure that even if I stated it, some will not agree with me. I've tolerated enough. I just cannot explain that awkward feeling inside me.
Anyway, other than that, there was nothing else to spoil the party. And almost everything went according to plan. We are planning another surprise for someone currently. I thing those people that I've mentioned earlier should know what I'm talking about. It's still too early to find out the details, so...Not to worry, I tell you when the time comes.
After the party, I went for my D&T practical with Jasmine. I got quite a bit of work done - especially since we were the only two who went there.
There was no distraction at all...I really liked that atmosphere...
And, By the way, Thanks for your support. Without you guys, I wouldn't hold on as the chairman. Thank You.

'To see a world in a grain of sand, and heaven in a wild flower. Hold infinity in the palms of your hand and eternity in an hour. - William Blake'

First of all, I'd like to apologise for the pretty negative posts the last couple of days. I was just so angry and disappointed in myself. I really couldn't control; my emotions and that led to those posts. Once again I apologise. By the way, Thank you Eileen for your support. I'm really touched. I think, without you guys, I'd have given up. Now, I've decided to hang on-temporarily.
Nothing much made me pissed today. So no more negative posts. :)
We had the usual Academic programmes today. After school, we went to order the cake for tomorrow's party, after that we went for our D&T practical. There seems to be a slight problem with my artefact, but it can be solved.
Actually, I'm in quite a good mood today. There was nothing much to dampen my spirits. In fact, something hilarious happened on my way home today. I laughed so hard, my stomach hurt. However, I'm not going to elaborate on what happened as it is a long story.

Oh my God!!! Although nothing bad happened to me today, I still feel really sad for the people in the earthquake affected areas. Watching the news really makes my heart ache. Watching all the people in grief really saddens me. I actually cried watching all the horrid news. Do not lose hope. I'll pray for all of you.
Good Luck.
Angel.

'Cos all the happiness men can gain, is not in pleasure but in rest from pain. - John Dryden'

I just found out another thing. I cannot even give out forms to my class in an orderly. I'm damned pissed off with all this nonsense. Can't everyone just sit down for just one bloody minute, while i distribute ONE form?? It's just one form. How long can it take? It's not like I'm asking you to stick your butts to the chair for a year or something. *sigh* I'm beginning to regret accepting this post. Seriously, I'm beginning to ask myself whether or not I can tolerate all this till the end of this year. Am I going to disappoint myself and everyone-especially my teachers? Can I lead the class well? Am I a good chairman?
We should really learn to respect one another. Give respect when it is due. This way, won't the world be a much more peaceful place? It definitely will be.

Anyway, I guess that by now, many people would have heard about the terrible earthquakes in Sichuan. Reading and hearing about it really makes my heart shatter. Thinking about all the innocent lives lost really brings me to tears. I offer my most sincere condolences to all those affected. Do not give up hope. May God bless you and your families. Hopefully, everything will be fine. Warmest wishes.
Angel.

'Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race. - Calvin Coolidge'

We went through some of our exam papers today...other than that, nothing much happened. It had been a pretty boring day.
During our form teachers period today, we discussed some brief details of a party which is to be held this Friday as well as the making of our class t-shirt.
Talking about the class t-shirt makes me mad. The class was practically chaotic. It's like the entire class has been separated into 3 different groups - those who wanted to motto 'Embrace your dreams', those who wanted the motto 'We rock 4N2' as well as those who simply don't co-operate. Sometimes' I really feel that accepting the post as chairman of the class was a huge mistake.
Our class has always been united in almost everything we do. Why can't we all unite one more to decide on something?
You all voted me as your chairman. I was really reluctant at first, as I know that this is an important year and the responsibilities as a chairman is heavy. But I still accepted the challenge. I thought that maybe, since we are all 16, we have become more mature and easier to manage. But now, it seems like I was wrong...Simply trying to keep everyone silent is already a chore. What can I say or do to unite our class. We were doing fine. Why let one class t-shirt tear this unity apart. I feel as if I'm in the middle of an internal war and I'm watching everything that we've build come apart before my very own eyes.
Since we have all decided on a voting system, why can't everyone be graceful and accept the damned final result?
Do you all have to argue as if it is a matter of life and death? Come on! It's just a damned t-shirt. It is not worth it to lose your temper over such a small matter.
I really cannot please everyone neither can our teachers. Please understand this very important fact.

'Where ignorance is bliss, 'tis folly to be wise. - Thomas Grey.'

Got our results back today. Although I passed every subject, I'm still quite disappointed with my results. The Mid-year examination results this year really wasn't done too well. It looks like, in order to score well for my prelims, 'N's and 'O's, I'll seriously have to put in the extra effort.
We also got out holiday remedial schedule today. WOW!!!
Almost the whole of my June holidays is being used for lessons. But I'm not complaining. Actually, I'm surprised to find that I'm actually willing to sacrifice my holidays for lessons.
Also, for the elective modules we chose previously, Pamela and I managed to get into our first choice, a hairstyling course. The coolest thing about it is that we are going to the Jean Yip Training Centre to complete our course. I'm so totally looking forward to it.


'A tower of 9 storeys begins with a heap of earth. The journey of a thousand li starts from where one stands. - Lao Tzu'

Hooray! The mid-year exams are finally officially over...I'm totally over the moon...Finally, a time to relax...Since there is no school today, I spent my time doing whatever I want to do. I went to the library, came home and read some books, watched some shows and blogged. I'll see what I can do next. HAHA!!!
However, one school resumes, our hectic schedule resumes as well. The D&T students will have to rush out our artefacts and design journal. and then during the june holidays, the would be loads of extra classes to prepare us for the major exams. I think I'm prepared for it. Bring it on.
Haha...For all you know, when the time really comes, I'll be screaming for help. Anyway, I wish that every one copes well.


"Never judge a book by its cover, literally!"

We had our mathematics paper 2 and chinese listening comprehension today. The listening comprehension was easy. We had 10 MCQ accompanied my 4 passages. The first one was about supermarkets, then one about shopping and exercising followed. Next, we had one about a yellow scarf and lastly, we had one about a boy who wet his pants during an examination. The last passage was pretty funny though, and a few of us giggled while listening to the passage. However the maths paper was quite difficult. Many of us forgot how to so some topics and thus, marks may be lost. Paper 1 was definitely easier...
We'll be having our electives tomorrow, which means I'll be having my D&T theory paper. And, OMG!, there is just so much to memorise...
OK...I think I shall stop here for today. I'd better continue studying for my paper tomorrow

"Lend a helping hand when you can. Do not wait till you need help and no one renders assistance!"

We had our Chemistry paper today. I do not have much confidence of doing very well for this particular paper.
Just imagine, this is only the mid-year exams and every one is already so stressed out...I really wonder what will happen when we arrive at our prelims, 'N's and 'O's...
Hopefully, it will not be too bad and no one breaks down.
I'm so looking forward to the June holidays. Although most of the time will be used for completing my D&T artefact and some extra lessons, I will still get a few days of break.
I think a break is what everyone needs right now. I'm not sure if anyone shares my sentiments, but, the atmosphere has been so tense recently. Everything we talk about leads to the exams...

"Day dreaming is normal...But reality nust be accepted!"

I don't normally post on weekends as, there is usually nothing much to blog about. However, It's Angie's birthday today. So,...Just want to wish you a marvellous 16th birthday...
Happy Birthday.

Had our biology paper today. I think that I did relatively well. I managed to complete the paper and I'm quite confident of passing it as well.
It is Labour Day tomorrow...so no school and no exams...Finally, A rest day in the middle of the week.
I also had my Chinese oral today...I don;t think that I did well... If I'm lucky, I pass...Chinese has never been my forte...
On Friday, we will be having our maths paper 1...Ohhh...I;, so nervous...I've never been really strong in maths.
We received our CCA scores today. I'm quite satisfied with my results...I got an A1...just like most of my friends...
That's all for today...
Good Luck...

Name : Angel
Age` : 17
school : RYPS, HSS
B-dae : 11th August

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