Y Friday, July 9, 2010
Hey people, a few of us are prganising an alumi BBQ. As this will be some sort of reunion, only people who have been in 1N'05 to 5N'09 are invited. We are currently settling some final details.
Of course, a fee for the food and stuff will have to be paid. However, I shall update you guys and the final cost as the date approaches.
Details:
Date: 14 August 2010, Saturday.
Time: 6 PM
Venue: East Coast Park
Cost: To be confirmed
Meeting point: To be confirmed.
If you haven't confirmed if you are going, please do confirm with me by the end of next week.
Thanks.
11:50 AM
Y Thursday, May 27, 2010
The clique's cool. My buddies are cool... School is hectic... Totally hectic. I'm trying my best but I'm still scared. Everything is different from how it used to be. Things are no longer as smooth-sailing as it used to be. I did expect it though. However, it is still tough. Nothing changes that.
Completed a few reports and projects. I even got a couple of As. Well, there are pros and cons to everything.
Unfortunately, there are situations-many of them - that seriously piss me off. Not just me. A large number of us feel that way. I really want to improve the situation but, knowing my temper, I think I'll worsen it instead - although, at this juncture, I don't know just how much worse can things get.
I hoped that things will get better. After understanding how everyone feels, I think I've lost hope. Nothing will turn the situation around. It is getting worse and worse each day. My tolerance is depleting and I seriously see myself blowing up soon. I've engaged my friends to help me, and I'm trying to control it... Stop pissing me off!!!
'Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners.' - Laurence Sterne
8:57 PM
Y Monday, April 26, 2010
It's definitely been a while since I last blogged! I'll just admit it. I was lazy. Since I have some time on my hands now, I thought I'll just make a few statements.
School has begun and things are coming on a little too heavy! It is definitely not what I had expected and I trying my best to do what I can to make up for what I lack.
I am seriously missing my classmates and friends. We haven't met up for such a long time! I really miss the times-both good and bad-that we had shared. Knowing that I can never ever experience those times again make me regret not treasuring them as much as I should have.
Like I've said once before, now that I'm in a totally new environment, I'm really glad to have friends-both old and new- who are willing to stand by me, giving me the support that I need. I really appreciate it guys! Thank you! ;)
All the craziness around me is also making me ecstatic and frustrated in so many ways. It is so overwhelming that I sometimes feel like crying and laughing at the same time. Entering a new phase in life makes me realise that I cannot be what I used to be anymore. I have to do what I can to compete with myself and bring out the best in me. I have been faithfully following my dreams for the past 6 years of my life and its about time I take this dedication up a notch. I'm nearer than I've ever been to what I wanted.
Unfortunately, all these madness around me is taking a toll on my body as well. My health is in a mess. I seriously cannot afford to fall ill right now. Gosh! Everything is so new to me. I do hope that I find the balance that I used to have. I'll be the person that I want to be.
'All who have accomplished great things have had a great aim, have fixed their gaze on a goal which was high, one which sometimes seemed impossible.' - Orison Swett Marden
10:36 PM
Y Wednesday, December 2, 2009
My dad came here to fish while we went shopping
Same river seen from my hotel window.
The tiny dot between the two main trees is actually a crocodile!
That was one scary ride!! - In a natural waterfowl swamp
The entire area is about three times as large as Singapore!
My family of 4 in a 'sampan' with the boatman only
...There was no one in sight as far as our eyes can see - and I'm a 6/6 - scary!!
Magical... As we approach the bushes we saw loads of wild buffalos
It is an everyday life for the villagers to take their buffalos home
Home-made Fishing mechanism near Thale Noi, Thailand
It looks rather innocent dont you think? A minute after the picture was taken it even tried to attack us - What did we do? Easy. Drive off !
Ulu Temau - Home of my dad's new found friend, Raja Adam
We fed these deers with buah lansat - the trees were only 2 feet away from the fence - so...just pluck and feed!
Like I said before, the long break I took made me see a lot of things. In some way, I think this trip has changed me. I fed a deer (that is not my hand though) for the first time in my life - well I fed a deer after some screaming and loads of giggling, but I still did it - it was ticklish and rather um...wet. I was able to touch cows - real cows, goats, lambs and a lot of other animals including ducks - live ones. These are rthings that I never would have done before. This trip really opened my eyes to a lot of things. I am able to better appreciate what I have and I am no longer so afraid of animals.
I can swim and all but going out to sea in that little wooden boat really took a lot of guts. To make things worse, we got stuck the some water plants and after about 20 minutes of struggling, the boatman took us back to the jetty and the person in charge told us to try again. I wanted to literally jump out of the boat. We made it the second time. We went bird watching, saw a lot of water plants and even a herd of water buffalos. It was a pity we weren't able to go near the buffalos though as they were wild ones making it risky. And as if I wasn't scared enough, while turning back, out boat very nearly capsized. Once we got on land, my legs were shaking so badly I could barely stand and had to hold on to the people who were with me for support. It was truly a memorable experience.
I also went into one of the local villages and saw the fishing mechanism. It was huge. The villagers there actually built it themselves. How cool is that! And after bringing in what they had caught for the they head off to a nearby market to sell the catch immediately.
Also, I fell ill on the trip and had to stay in the hotel for a while. It was horrid. I had an extremely bad headache, I couldn't eat or drink anything and I just kept throwing out. I felt really terrible. I was also sad as I missed a day of adventures. I promise i'll make it up somehow!!! Thank god I didn't catch the H1N1 though... we were pretty much exposed to the risks...
'Reflect upon your present blessings - of which every man has many - not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.' - Charles Dickens
5:39 PM
My darlings... I think they're beautiful
I got a little adventurous and we went to look for caves...
Found a tiny little one
The trees growing on the hills were a marvellous sight!!
In the cave...
It's not everyday that you get to stand on an actual train track and not get killed
The mist surrounding the mountains were simple majestic
I had one of the most adventurous holidays of my life! I learnt loads of new stuff and got to things for the fisrt time. It is definitely a trip worth remembering.
The weather was insane everywhere. I got caught for a while in floods - I got to stand on the train track as train services were disrupted due to the weather!
Unlike my other holidays, I did not really spend much time shopping - pretty much a first for me i guess. Instead, I went sight seeing, climing up hills, looking for caves, walking through nature reserves and things like that. Still, I had so much fun.
'Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.' - Cicero
4:55 PM
Y Thursday, November 26, 2009
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12:08 AM
Y Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Time is definitely tighter and things are tougher. Everyone is falling ill - including myself. Really, this is the very last lap to make and effort and make the change. Yes... I want that change. A change for the better.
I'm going mad. Ther is so much to accomplish and so little time. I wish I am able to forgo sleep as well as all things mundane. This way, more time can be dedicated to what needs to be done. Unfortunately, I'm human too and somethings just have to be done...
People, take care of yourselves well. I know a number of you are using this last chance to make the change. All the best!
'They say that time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.' - Andy Warhol
6:21 PM
Y Friday, September 25, 2009
We had our graduation ceremony today, which also means I have made my speech. For those who missed it, here it is:
Good afternoon Mr. Simen, Mrs. Goh, teachers, parents and fellow Hendersonians.
(I’m Angel from 5N2). I am grateful for the opportunity to be able to stand up here today, on behalf of my class, to express our gratitude to all who have touched our lives.
First of all, let me thank all our parents and teachers for dedicating your precious time and effort to teach us all these years. We truly appreciate the motivation and inspiration you have given us, enabling us to improve in many different aspects of life, therefore, allowing us to be more successful young men and women.
Apart from our parents, our teachers are the ones who have watched us grow and mature. Thus, they have played a part in helping us blossom to what we are today, not simply academically, but socially and psychologically as well. We have indeed become more sensible young adults. For all these, and much more, we sincerely thank you.
Wherever we go, we will not forget the passionate teachings and undying love rendered to us selflessly by our beloved parents and teachers. The 4 Hs of Henderson – Honour, Hard work, Helpfulness and Healthfulness will be values that we will continue to abide by even after we have left. We believe that these values will be important foundations on our road to success in life.
To my fellow schoolmates, the times we spent together will be some of the best moments in our lives. We may have had quarrels and fights, and sometimes, we annoy each other really badly, but in the end, it’s all okay. We learn, we grow and we create memories. Being able to be here to meet and learn to love one another is truly a blessing to us. With this, I wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
Once again, thank you for everything. We love you!
The speech may not be very long, but I suppose it does sort of convey what I want to say.
Waching all the videos and listening to what you people had to so say earlier this afternoon really made me think back on what we have done the past few years. I know that we've had really huge arguments and all, but I have also realised that you were all always there for me when I needed support. This was evident even today, just before I made my speech. A lot of you knew that I would be nervous and you actually came up to me and told me to calm down and stuff. I really do appreciate it.
Also, seeing how everyone can identify each other just through descriptions made me realise that we somwhow do understand one another. We know when who will cry or laugh. We do really care about one another.
Like I said earlier today, we love each other no matter what!
By the way, just as we were getting off stage this afternoon, I tripped and very nearly fell. I managed to grab someone, a guy, just in time and thus, I did not fall. I really can't remember who you are but you've really saved me from a great deal of embarrassment. Thank you. Please do let me know who you are.
'Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart.' - Eleanor Roosevelt
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