Today marks the end of the 3 years of poly life at NYP. I still felt like nothing has changed at all. But I know, things are going to change from this moment on.
Its had been 3 years already. The ten of us has been together for, what seemed like, a short period of time but we learnt a lot from each other. We studied hard, played hard and also created many fond memories. We organised chalets, outing at sentosa and even had fun in bowling and ice skating. Many of us are going to go our separate ways, either going university or work, we might not be able to see each other that often. To others in our class, I bid you all the best in your further studies and hope that in future, your career will prosper as well. To my friends, I know some of us are going into the same university (AKA NTU), I hope that we can meet up often and hang out together. To others that are going other direction, I hope that we can keep in contact.
I dedicate this poem to all my friends. By Natalie Stuart. Life may be saddening at times, but don't give up hope. Know that there is at least one person who cares.
When you keep anger inside,
it is pretty easy to hide;
but when you keep so much
it often explodes in just one bust.
When you keep sadness in too long,
and just act "OK" and say your fine;
you know on the inside you're wrong,
so why must you hide?
When stress and worry are on your mind
and all you can do is sigh,
just remember that you cannot hide
from I.
When you love a good friend of mine,
but she does not love you back;
all you can do is have a good cry,but do not turn your back on life.
Remember that I have been in your same situation.
and I know it is not an easy road;
but if you keep faith and hope in your heart,
just remember that is part of the not so easy road.
Just remember that time heals and will tell all,
and that God above has a lesson for all.
Whether if it is about anger, sadness, pride, or love -
just remember that he has a reason for this
from the good angels above.
Monday, May 17, 2010
, 10:04 PM
3 months Temp Job at Fusionopolis
Its May already. I just found a temp job at A*STAR HR department in fusionopolis. Its a admin job, which is usually routine work. I guess not much excitement and fun is around. Anyway, I hope that time flies by quick. I can't wait for uni to start.
Sunday, May 09, 2010
, 12:36 AM
Friends and Acquaintances
There is a difference between being an acquaintance and being a friend. An acquaintance is someone whose name you know, who you see every now and then, who you probably have something in common with and who you feel comfortable around.
It's a person that you can invite to your home and share things with. But they are people who you don't share your life with, whose actions sometimes you don't understand because you don't know enough about them.
On the other hand, a friend is someone you love. Not that you are "in love" with them, but you care about them and you think about them when they are not there. The people you are reminded of when you see something they might like, and you know this because you know them so well. They are the people whose pictures you have and whose faces are in your head regardless.
Friends are the people you feel safe around because you know they care about you. They call just to see how you are doing, because a friend doesn't need an excuse. They tell you the truth, the first time, and you do the same. You know that if you have a problem, they are there to listen.
Friends are the people who won't laugh at you or hurt you, and if they do hurt you they try hard to make it up to you. They are the people you love, regardless of whether you realize it.
Friends are the people you cried with when you got rejected from colleges and during the last song at the prom and at graduation. They are the people that when you hug them, you don't think about how long to hug and who's going to be the first one to let go.
Maybe they are the people that hold the rings at your wedding, or maybe they are the people who give you away at your wedding, or maybe they are the people you marry. Maybe they are the people who cry at your wedding because they are happy or because they are proud.
They are the people who stop you from making mistakes and help you when you do. They are are the people whose hand you can hold, or you can hug or give them a kiss and not have it be awkward because they understand the things you do and they love you for them.
They stick with you and stand by you. They hold your hand. They watch you live and you watch them live and you learn from them. Your life is not the same without them.
Thursday, May 06, 2010
, 10:28 AM
Around the corner I have a friend
In this great city that has no end,
Yet the days go by and weeks rush on,
And before I know it, a year is gone
And I never see my old friends face,
For life is a swift and terrible race,
She knows I like her just as well
As in the days when I rang her bell,
And she rang mine.
We were younger then,
And now we are busy, tired men.
Tired of playing a foolish game,
Tired of trying to make a name.
"Tomorrow" I say "I will call on Jane"
"Just to show that I'm thinking of her"
But tomorrow comes and tomorrow goes,
And distance between us grows and grows.
Around the corner!-yet miles away,
"Here's a letter for you, sir-"
"Jane died today."
And that's what we get and deserve in the end.
Around the corner, a vanished friend.
If you love someone, tell them. Remember always to say "what you mean". Never be afraid to express yourself. Take this opportunity to tell someone what they mean to you. Seize the day and have no regrets. Most importantly, stay close to your friends and family. They have helped to make you the person you are today, What it's all about anyway. Pass this along to your friends. Let it make a difference in your day and theirs.
Sunday, May 02, 2010
, 12:27 AM
Look at this: Humans are the only animal on earth that have the mentality of having superstitution and religion. We believed in beings that are not proved to exist scientifically and have faith in dreams and hope. I guessed you could say we have strayed from being an animal. We lost our basic animal instinct and with the advance of technology, we kill and destroy other living things and environment.
I wondered when will the world leaders really take it seriously to stop these violence acts. To raise the population and standard of living, to fulfil our own desires, we destroy mother nature. Not that I am environmentalist, I am just stating the facts. Some people do care for the environment, others think it is not serious. But are we going to make our future descendants suffer for the mistakes that we make? I can't imagine how the world will look like in another 50 years when all our greenery are gone? When all grass and animals die, will we regret it? I really wonder.........
Friday, April 23, 2010
, 9:12 AM
I waited for so long.........
Finally the letter had arrived. I received offer letter from NTU but nothing from NUS. I really am excited to get an offer from NUS but I guessed I am rejected. Usually if I am offered a place, the letter would had came already.
Anyway, I guess I can only go NTU since my family basically is broke.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
, 12:54 PM
Have you not heard stories from your parents saying how much we, the children have changed and grew, became rebellious and ignorant of their advises? I even heard a quote that goes like this:
You spend years trying to get them off the ground.
You run with them until you are both breathless. They crash ... they hit the roof ... you patch, comfort and assure them that someday they will fly.
Finally, they are airborne.
They need more string, and you keep letting it out.
They tug, and with each twist of the twine, there is sadness that goes with joy.
The kite becomes more distant, and you know it won't be long before that beautiful creature will snap the lifeline that binds you together and will soar as meant to soar ... free and alone.
Only then do you know that you have done your job.
I know that parents are around to guide us and help us before adulthood. But I also believed that parents are also our guidance throughout life. We need them when we are children, we need them when we get sad, angry or even grief. We also need them when we are married, have children or even when we are in trouble. I find my parents to be priceless, no matter how inexperienced they are in handling us, they are always an asset to me.
Monday, April 12, 2010
, 11:39 PM
The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, then circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think, say, or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness, or skill. It will make or break a company, a church, a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day.
We cannot change our past. We cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. We are in charge of our attitudes. I guess I can only wait for university now, and in the meantime I am going to enjoy a month of holiday and find a job very soon. I know most interviews for temp jobs are going to be a test of attitude and character. I think I can manage it. Good luck to everyone who is looking for jobs out there.
Thursday, April 08, 2010
, 1:14 PM
BUSY
Once upon a time a very strong woodcutter ask for a job in a timber merchant, and he got it. The paid was really good and so were the work conditions. For that reason, the woodcutter was determined to do his best.
His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he was supposed to work.
The first day, the woodcutter brought 18 tree.
"Congratulations," the boss said. "Go on that way!"
Very motivated for the boss’ words, the woodcutter try harder the next day, but he only could bring 15 trees. The third day he try even harder, but he only could bring 10 trees.Day after day he was bringing less and less trees.
"I must be losing my strength", the woodcutter thought. He went to the boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on.
"When was the last time you sharpened your axe?" the boss asked.
"Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe. I have been very busy trying to cut trees..."
I guess this story really taught me that we should not always obsessed over reaching expectation or goals quickly without taking a look or revising our fundamentals. Since my attachment ended, I have only been focused on getting into good university so much that I forgot that I still have a lot of preparation for my graduation ceremony. I guess I pretty much need to relax and calm down.
Sunday, April 04, 2010
, 7:35 PM
Death anniversary 31 March 2010
Death Anniversary 31 March 2010
“You can shed tears that he is gone,
or you can smile because he had lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that he' ll come back,
or you can open your eyes and see all he's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see him,
or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday,
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember him only that he is gone,
or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind,
be empty and turn your back.
Or you can do what he'd want:
smile, open your eyes, love and go on.”
Your presence brings me smile, laughter and many happiness. You make me know how to love, feel loved and be able to love back. I cherished every memory I shared with you, every emotion I ever felt, and will move forward from this day onwards. Although you are gone, you lived in my heart.
Its been two months before I can finally let it go. For the past months, I grief at every thoughts of you, my memories became cuts in my heart. My heart is always with you. I have matured very much, and learnt a lot. Farewell, and always I love you.
Thursday, April 01, 2010
, 10:31 PM
Oh gosh! The modules for this semester are so dense. I am really shocked!!!Anyway, I guess I can't slack off too much already. I know that this semester results will determine whether I will be able to go into research and development for third year. Got to pull up my socks now. My goal for now is to get good grades and go into R&D. I find R&D interesting and ever-changing. I am not the type that can do manufacturing all day long, without any excitement. Lol. I know you guys will think that I should strive for something that is manageable, but I want to try my best. I want to go NUS, maybe Australian university if possible. I hope to get a degree, then further study into master's degree. I would not hope for Ph.D though, as it is too hard and I don't think I am financially capable to last until then. My dream is to work in a big bioresearch labortary or a government research lab and research things such as cancer and genetic manipulation. Haha! I know it sound too big a dream to accomplish but I think I will head toward that path. Forensic science also interest me, but I don't think I can stand the sight of corpses. (>.<) I think I better get back to do my tutorials, omg tomorow I need it!!!!
Monday, October 20, 2008
, 8:26 PM
Yoz! School has reopen finally. The holidays were short, thats how I feel. How about you? Anyway, looking at the current modules ahead, I think the road ahead will be a bumpy ride. It looks so dense, I don't think this semester is going to be smooth-sailing. The lecturers are the same I think. I found out that Ms Ang is pregnant. Thats a big surprise for me as her stomach look slim before the holidays started. Take care, Ms Ang. Among all these workload, I still have to find time for my part time job. Life is going to get hectic. Dec holidays I will be going to thailand, then March holidays I will be organising a chalet for our group of people. Its will be exciting to look forward. Thats all for now, cya then. To be Continue..........lol kidding.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
, 6:23 PM
Today was fun. My friends and I met at the jurong east mrt station and went ice skating from 12pm to 4pm. It was exciting and tiring as well. Lol! Good thing no one really fell down, i guess it was a lucky day for us. The morning was quite empty until mid afternoon, when all the people started coming in. It became very noisy and packed very soon. There is even students from St Andrew Junior College who are having skating lessons. It was cool and hilarious as I watch some of them fell down and up again. We went for steam boat around evening at a shop opposite shaw tower, which is quite near to the suntec city. We ate alot of vegetables, meat and seafood. It was really tasty and fulling. We had a lot of time chatting as we eat. Nice good, and good accompany is really sweet.Haha! I hope next class outing will be as fun as this is.
Friday, October 03, 2008
, 11:05 PM
Hey there! The class outing has been scheduled already. Lol, it really took me alot of time and sms to get everyone available dates and preferences. Haha, anyway I am looking forward to the outing. Its been a long time since I went ice skating, hope that I would not fall and embarass myself. Hehe! I do hope the class will enjoy themselves on that day, since the holidays are ending soon. Some people are difficult to contact, as though they vanish into thin air, I manage to email or sms but whether they saw the message or not I am not sure. I hope that they saw the notice on the class blog and appear on the day itself. Have fun!! Yay!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
, 11:50 AM
Its been two weeks since I started working at StarBucks. I have completed and pass my barista test. I will be permanently deployed at Tampines Mall Starbucks.
Anyway, everything from now will be work and work. I'm broke, as you know, so I need to work hard to earn my money back. The thailand trip has overexceed my spenditure. Haha! But its' worth it. On the other hand, I starting my NYPP soon. This coming Wednesday I going library for CIP for whole day since I need 60 hours for entire year.
Feeling tired lately, but still managable I guess. Really miss going out with friends, watching movies and such. I want to enjoy myself during holidays but everything seem to be amiss. Oh ya! I almost forgot to say that I also am involved in the MINDS carnival on 10 Oct. Its going to be busy soon. Cya then, Enjoy yourself!!!
Sunday, September 21, 2008
, 6:41 PM
