Second day...

Second day... Posting received... Will be doing something similiar to what I do... Don't know heng or suay... Will be a very busy year ahead, I think. Still, I want to complete my CCDA or one of my CCNP papers when possible.

I think I think too much already, I was thinking of getting a relax admin job to last me for the next 7 months but something more challenging appeared and was presented to me. So, what will this led to? I'm not sure at this point - but for sure, what doesn't kill me makes me stronger and I think and am looking forward to a stronger character imbune in me after this period, so that I can live a better tomorrow.

Think I'll stop for now.

First day back in army

Well, the first day back in army. Impression of my unit - in much better condition than I left. cookhouse seemed to be giving better food, my only impression from lunch. The toilet is also in much better shape, totally renovated with pots of flowers making it really a "relaxing" place.

Oh and the gym is also fully furnished with equipments that I can only see in those paid gyms - a vast improvement compared to the past. Too bad I can't take any photos in-camp - securities issues, at least that's what protecting Singapore from spies.

Currently still awaiting for my job allocation as the minute ticks. I guess I won't be staying over for today since I haven't got my bed assinged - talking about the bed, my unit is no longer using form matteress (hip hip hurray) it looks like a kingkoil style matteress which is like at least 10 inch thick.

Hopefully I could get settled in within the next 3 days - administration and stuff.
Life will be damn bored without some work to occupy my time. I think I'll just start surfing friends blogs, it's a good time to stay in touch with their lifes. Meanwhile, I'll just have to wait for the decision as to where I should go.

New handphone for army 為服役所購買的新手機

Can't use my old phone due to its camera feature as well as it's external storage. Luckily for me, M1 is selling a M-Kit (prepaid card with a new simple hand phone) at only S$78. The best buy I could get after walking around. There might be cheaper product around, but I guess this will do for me.

A sleek phone that will meet my needs for the next 7 months

It also comes with FM. So it's a relatively good buy

應為我舊手機有攝影功能, 所以不能帶入軍營. 沒辦法啦. 只好買一個新手機. 好在M1正在推銷一個預付費的配套,只需S$78就能購買一個預付費的手機號碼以及一台手機. 還算滿合算.

Thoughts after convocation 畢業後的感想

When the convocation ends all of the sudden, I had a thought in my mind, where should I go from here? What are the opportunities out there for me? Is what I planned to do really suited for me?

Well, I guess that I do not have an idea yet. Times are changing really fast, what is required today might be obsoleted tomorrow. All there is is a constant stream of change.

On hindsight, maybe I'm worrying too much. Indeed, what I should focus on is the next 6 months with less emphasis on the next 10 years; after all, I'm not the prophet who can read 10 years into the future - that however does not indicate that long term planning should be ignored.

In conclusion, I should be executing what I had planned for the next six months with a view for the long term.

當畢業禮結束的一瞬間,我突然想到 - "我今後該何去何從? 以後會有何機緣? 是否我所策劃的真的適合我"

對於以上的疑慮,我還沒有一定的想法. 這世界一直在變. 今日所需可能明日就被淘汰. 可說是日日求新.

我或許是杞人憂天. 或許我該做的是專注於今後六個月的方向而非十年的長遠計畫; 我畢竟不是個術師,能預知十年以後的未來. 當然,這並不代表我不該做長遠的企劃.

長話短說,我所該做的是執行我對未來六個月的規劃,同時關注我長期目標與短期目標的一致性.

Taiwan (Part 1 of ??)

Reached safely at Tao Yuan Airport

Bus stop, a pub like venue for students: the drinks are quite affordable

Interesting decor at bus-stop

First-sight at Brian's place

On the left is the water dispenser. Apparantly, most of the units have one of those because the tap-water is not suited for drinking. This would have been a queer sight for Singaporeans.

Yuan Zhi University!

A nearby primary school

A bit of Wii after a good lunch at restaurant "59"

A stop-by at a police station to settle Jessie's Visa matter.
Lunch at a eatery within YuanZe's campus. The meal's quite okay.
Can anyone advise me the name again?

A group-shot of all of us at the eatery.
A shot of the counter. The atmosphere of the place sure is good.

YuanZe's Library - It sure looks pleasant. :)
A short break + snacks from the nearby convenient store
What I had for the snack - papaya milk from 統一 ;which is good; and a ham hand-roll.

A view of YuanZe central's from the top.

A view of me against the evening sunset at YuanZe.

Dinner at a local shop that sells 扁食;which is dumpling like food.

A view of my dinner. A bit messed up since I took the shot after I started eating. Hehe.

Hmm. After the food. Which drink should I get - so hard to choose.

Well, and here comes the end of part 1. Be sure to wait for the upcoming sequel.

More Convocation photos

I think I look better without the hat.

With the Convocation ceremony, my life in NTU has officially come to an end. The many fun, joy and laughter as well as agony and sufferings will be a part of my growing experience.

隨著畢業禮的落幕,我在南大的人生也正式的畫了上句號. 這些日子的酸甜苦辣將會是我成長的一部分.

Just sidetrack a bit...

Wednesday was the convocation for Diana, Dei and Sharon. I too brought down my gown for some fun snapshots. =)

Yahoo! @ers united as one!

@ers unite!

Fun pose shot.

Alvin - must work hard for 07/08 term hor.

Me acting cute... Kindda regretted it....

From left to right: Diana, Sharon and of coz, me...

This is a bit serious.

More photos

I had been in AIESEC for less than a year, but I had found some great friends in AIESEC - local and overseas. This will be a part of my wonderful memories for the years to come. :)

Taiwan Trip (Overview)

The Taiwan trip has sure been a challenge. Both mentally and physically. I'll explain more in the days to come. Meanwhile, I'm still busy with consolidating materials I have on hand to pass to Tom. Also, Convocation will be around in 2 days + army in 4 days. Time sure has flown. Okie, I'll continue tomorrow.

Eventful day...

Today's quite an eventful day.

First, disappointment of the day, I didn't clear my CCDA; second time, need to put in more solid hours reading up the materials. Oh well, I'll need to take the revise syllabus since the old exams is going to phase out in.... 8 days.... and I'm going Taiwan. Well then, that's that. Hopefully National library bringing the new editions of the self-study books in so that I could save money on those. Meanwhile, I'll just stick to my current edition and familiarize myself with all the design concepts.

Secondly, more of a happy event. Went to Serangoon Broadway for measurements of the graduation gown and stuff. It's sort of signifies the ending of the University life. There goes all the wonderful memories of participating in CCAs. If only I had been more consistent in my studies as well, it would then be perfect. Oh well, one has got to get on with life, I guess I will be having a long way of learning and catching up to go.

During the evening, met with Alvin and Jessie to discuss about TW conference preparation - done a bit of handling of the agenda that we are in charge. We should do fine for the coming week conference.

Oh well. Time to rest in a while. Will be looking for a brighter tomorrow.

Financial talk in Aberdeen Fund House

Went down to Aberdeen Fund House for investment seminar. It focused more on analyzing current market situation and explained some reasons behind their recommended markets - Singapore, GEM and Europe. Perhaps to share with more who are interested

Singapore
- Strong corporate governance
- Stable government
- Anticipating steady growth for next few years
- Moving up the Food Chain - going into more value added services that will bring growth for the next few years

GEM (Global emerging market)
- Hmm... Actually, I'm don't really recall the key points for GEM but GEM is still growing and will provide potential upside for the portfolio

Europe
- Self sufficient economy, hence less affect from the sliding economy of US
- Economic restructuring; eg France. Promoting economic renewal
- Region is developed hence a culture of strong cooperate governance

This seminar also gave me the opportunity to talk with the fund managers. What i felt from them is that the market is in a situation where value buys are harder to find. Hmm - prepared a sum of money for stock investment; really need to look hard to find good buys that I can hold on the next few years.

Aside from the tips on market sentiments and stuff, there's also some refreshments as well as dark chocolate from Swiss - haha, my favorite.