Wednesday, November 30, 2005

The problem with free incoming calls.

Many people nowadays who possess handphone usually have free incoming calls. Generally, people with such plans, use despicable methods. And I get pretty pissed off with it.


Here are 2 that I know of:




1. The SMS Method

The SMS Method is simple. Simply sms the person, typing "CALL ME". And expects the person to do your obligation and call you back.



2. Miss-Call Method

As the name suggests, this method is pretty clever and kinda straightforward. Simple call the person, and while he doesn't pick up the phone yet, press the red button from your handphone. The person will see a 1 miss call. And you will have to call them back.





I get pretty annoyed with these people. It seems that, I have to obliged to them and call them back, to save them money. And sometimes, thanks to free incoming calls, it leads to quarrels. Why? Because they kept asking other people to call them back and if don't, then no conversation.


Unlike these people, I have a friend, named Clarence. Although he used to have free incoming calls plan, he seems to be the one calling them. Then what's the point of using the plan you may ask. Well, personally, I see the plan as this:


You have the plan, and if people calls you, just talk like normal. And if you feel the need to talk to someone, just call him/her.


For goodness sake, if you're using these disgusting methods, excogitate and think. How would you feel if you were the one calling the person with free incoming calls?



And I would like to say this, though its off-topic. It's about birthday presents. Though my birthday is already over, I'm pretty disappointed with some people, because I gave them one, and I expected one, in return. It's going to be 1 month soon, and I hear nothing of them. With that, I reckon no news is empty promises.






Monday, November 28, 2005

Appreciation of the Performing Arts.

Days ago, when I was watching the Dawn Of Voices, I was extremely unfortunate to sit beside a disgusting guy. While the choir was singing, he was playing his PSP. For the whole concert and the repertoire that was prepared, he doesn't even listened, and just kept playing his stupid game console. Besides him, I could see other people having bored faces.


Personally, I feel that when someone is performing for you, you SHOULD at least clap for them or look at their performance.


That's why, I always feel that when there is a performance, the place should be filled with people who appreciates it.



The Choir sings and you watch and listen quietly.
The Band plays music and you listen quietly.
The Modern Dancers perform and you watch quietly.
The Chinese Dancers perform and you watch quietly.


Understand, audience?

Wednesday, November 23, 2005

The Graduation High Tea and The Dawn Of Voices.

It was one of the best days of my life.


I woke up early to prepare for the Graduation High Tea. We needed to rehearse for some candle-light thing, and needed to be there by 12pm. Getting ready, I met Guan Jie, Janna Marican, Khairina, Julianna, Adilah, and other people.






Gorgeous beauties!








Guan Jie and Khairina!



And we finally reached Furama Hotel. And entered the ballroom.



The ballroom.


Anyway, during the Graduation High Tea, we had nice modern dancers who put up a skit for us, and thoughtful teachers who sang and composed a song for us.


And then, the lucky draw. The most absurd thing about the lucky draw is, AN UMBRELLA. Of all things, an UMBRELLA?! Oh my! Never mind. I didn't win one single prize anyway.




For some competition.



And the food that was provided wasn't exactly nice. Oh well.


But never mind. We took a wholesome load of pictures! I won't be putting all of them here. But I'll choose some. (Way too lazy to photoshop them.)


















Thanks to those to gave me nice compliments!





And now, lets talk about the Dawn Of Voices, a collorabation betwwen Singapore Polytechnic Choir and North Vista Chorale.


It's a weird feeling when you yourself is a performer and watching your juniors performing and having a concert really touches your heart.






The combined choir




They sang quite a number of songs. And I especially love the Olive Tree, Sound of Silence and Masterscat. Very nice effort they put up. They really showed great enthusiasm and confidence on stage.


I'm so proud of you, juniors, you guys did a great work.




I'm way too tired to blog now. It's way past 3.35am and my eyes are trying to close. Hope you guys have a great day.

Saturday, November 19, 2005

Attending HUPSteel's Family Day Dinner.

It's a very tiring day. My mom coaxed us to go to HUPSteel (Formerly known as Hup Seng Huat)'s Family Day Dinner.


Speaking of HUPSteel, it turned 60 last Tuesday. As the name suggest, it imports and exports mainly on steel. And the company spent more than a whopping $500,000 for the special day. My mom's fashion sense for that night was so good, I couldn't recognise her.


Anyway, that's besides the point. Today, my mom, younger brother and me took the MRT to Boon Keng Station, and then took a bus to Lavender MRT Station. The company had provided us (A certain group of people meeting at one place.)transport. We boarded the bus, and boy was the journey long! It was located at Jurong, probably near the industrial estate.


I've never come to my mom's workplace since the company moved to its new location at Jurong. When we reached there, I was greeted with:







I was flabbergasted. So this is where my mom worked? Pretty cool! The factory was connected with the office itself. Thoughtful you'd say!




The factory.




Anyway, we were brought in into the office. A very nicely decorated place I'll say. But basically, it's your just typical office. Really.






The table where my mom worked.



Lame. After that, my brother and I went to greet my mom's colleagues.



Finally, it was the much-awaited Family Dinner.







Apparently, it started off with the CEO giving a speech and singing a song. After that, it was buffet for everyone while others sang karaoke. Nothing much. After that it was the lucky draw. During the lucky draw, I was thinking about the chances and possibility of winning something; maths that I learned during the Bridging Course. Dear, why am I thinking about Maths?



Anyway, to cut the paragraph short, my mom won a $250 Best Denki shopping voucher. And she's going to give it to Uncle Ken, as a present for his solemnization.



Here's 2 pictures that we took:




Brothers together with the CEO of HUPSteel.







Me, my brother, Wei Sheng and Wei Li respectively.





That's all folks!




Friday, November 18, 2005

Going to the Registry of Marriage!

It's my uncle's big day! After today, he will be having a great responsibility; being a husband and having a wife.


We went to the Registry Of Marriage early. He had booked a private suite for the solemnization.




The big day!





Isn't it beautiful?





The wedding couple. Aww...



Okay okay, it's time for the solemnization.




The Marriage Official asking them the usual stuff of solemnization.


And my grandmother, who was so touched, that she cried during the solemnization. Well, which mother doesn't? Seeing her own son getting married, being so successful, isn't every mother's wishes?



My grandmother trying to avoid being snapped that she cried.



After they both said "I agree", it was time to exchange wedding rings!




Uncle Ken slipping the ring to Auntie Sherlene's hand.





And the bride returns the favour!


After exchanging wedding rings, the much-anticipated speech came.



"I HEREBY DECLARE YOU HUSBAND AND WIFE"





*MUACKS* Kissing in front of everyone is kinda embarassed. Really.

(When is it going to be my turn?)



The Marriage Certificate.




After the solemnization had finished, we went to his house at Ang Mo Kio.




His 4-room flat at Ang Mo Kio.



Speaking of Uncle Ken, I can tell you that he is a successful guy. He finished education only up till Secondary 4. And now he's a manager earning more than $3000 and having his own house at the age of 27.. And, he had the title of being the youngest manager in Lee Hwa Jewellery. And he doesn't stop there. He's even soaring to great heights and his seniors are going to promote him soon.




Anyway, after visiting his house, we went to a Pearl River Palace Restaurant to had dinner.
(He treats of course!)








And the sumptuous meal starts..



I didn't took many pictures during the dinner because people would think I was crazy.



But here are some pictures that we took today:






My mom, younger brother and me.

In this picture, he's taller than me because I was squatting a little, and that he was wearing basketball shoes! (Not finding excuses. *Shrugs*)




We with cousins (from left) Shermaine and Claudia respectively.



Would like to upload more, but its too late and I'm sleepy.



Anyway, my best wishes to Uncle Ken and his wife Sherlene!

Thursday, November 17, 2005

The educational trip to Labrador Park.

Miss Audrey Tan organised a trip to Labrador Park to teach us a Geography chapter, Marine Processes. We met at around 4.30pm outside the General Office. There only around 18 people who went for the trip for both classes 4N1 and 4N2.


And we board the school bus..


Getting ready to go to Labrador Park!



And we finally reach Labrador Park!


Miss Tan briefing us..





Miss Tan explaining why the sea wall is needed.




Miss Tan explaining about the cave and the line of weakness.




While teaching, we were trying to catch marine creatures because it was in low tide.. We found some mudskippers, hermit crabs and other small fishes..


It has been a long time since I went to the beach in low tide.. And catch some marine sea creatures..



Isn't it nice?


And and.. something amazing happened! We chanced upon a wedding couple who were taking pictures there for photo shoot! COOL!





The wedding couple.


Isn't it cool and innovative to take wedding photos at here? Whoa! Handsome grown and beautiful bride!




After that, we decided to go to the jetty nearby to fish. Yes, fishing.


And guess what did we caught?
















NOTHING!



Haha, lame. Anyway, something shocking happened at the jetty. There was this middle-age man, who carried his dog at the jetty, and THREW IT OFF the jetty right in front of everyone's eyes! The poor dog had to swam back to the shore on its own, all because the son of a bitch. It was pretty obvious he was trying to seek attention. After he threw the dog down, he smirked and ride his bicycle away.


Yingying, being a dog lover, was so distraught that she cried. She was traumatized and pitied the dog. And she was listless on the bus way back home. Poor girl.



Anyway, all of us were all tired after the trip. It was certainly rewarding and fulfilling one.

Eddie's actual cause of death revealed.

People say you can't cheat death twice. After Eddie cheated death from a car accident in the past, he couldn't cheated on Sunday.


An autopsy had revealed that Eddie Guerrero died from heart failure, thanks to his busy schedule and his alcoholic and pain-killers drug addiction. The autopsy found that his blood vessels were very worn and narrow which caused the abuse and he fell into a deep sleep...



His autobiography, ironically, names it as "Cheating Death, Stealing Life." is expected to be release in early December. For his fans and wrestling fans, this book is a must-have. This book of his will be the last and only memories after he leaves the mortal world.


I will probably save enough money to buy his book, which may cost S$20-S$30.

Wednesday, November 16, 2005

Eduardo Gory Guerrero (Eddie Guerrero) dies.

I shall dedicate this post to my favourite wrestler, Eddie Guerrero. I heard the tragic news about him today, from Shafeeq that he had bitten the dust. I was naturally shocked, but later thought that he must have played a trick or it's just one of the WWE's scripwriters' plot. But no, it is real. He is dead. News spread like wildfire about his untimely departure, sending rude shocks to his fans all over the world.


The former WWE Champion had bitten the dust at 38 years old.



According to several reports, he was found dead at his hotel room on 13 November (Sunday) after failing to respond to door knocks and phone calls. An autopsy is being carried out and the results are expected to release in a couple of weeks time.




As I'm writing this, my heart is filled with utmost sadness. I could still remembered when he did the unthinkable. He defeated Brock Lesnar and became the WWE Champion. When I watched the recaps, I was always touched because of his never-say-die attitude, and that nothing is impossible. He won lots of titles during his reign.


He battled alcholism and was once a drug addict before. However, he battled the depths of them. This, I salute him.


I was watching those videos at WWE.com, and WWE wrestlers were giving their speech. I paid extra attention to Chris Benoit and Rey Mysterio because they were Eddie's closest friends. I listened to their speech, and I cried with them. I could totally understand their feelings, their anguish.


I express my sympathy and condolences to the Guerreros' family and friends.


Eddie, I knew you will be in a better place. You will be remembered in our hearts forever. You will be a champion forever.


We will never forget the legacy you leave behind.


The Latino Heat still burns.


"VIVA LA RAZA"


"WE LIE, WE CHEAT, WE STEAL."





Farewell, Eddie Guerrero..



Rest in peace.

Friday, November 11, 2005

New song added.

By the time you read this post, you could have notice music coming out from your speakers. Yeah, I have added a song in my blog. It's from O-Zone and called Dragostea Din Tei. I was crazy about this song because for the past movies I've watched, an advertisement featuring an animated character called Chicken Little was dancing along with this song. It's a very nice song.



Also, I'm looking forward to 18th and 23rd of November.

I'm going to go to the Registry of Marriage (ROM) to witness the process of the registry between my uncle (he's 26.) and his girlfriend at 18th November.


For 23rd November, it's the much-awaited Graduation High Tea and the Choir concert!


Graduation High Tea is the only day where we could meet Normal Academic, Normal Technical and Express students for the one last time before most of them graduate. I will take lots of pictures with the ones I know, be it friends or acquaintances. It will be a very memorable day in my life.


Choir concert! Ah no, it's called the Dawn of Voices. Nice name isn't it? Dawn of Voices is a collaboration of the Singapore Polytechnic Choir and North Vista Secondary School Choir. The concert also happens coincidentally at 23rd November. My peers and I will proceed to Singapore Polytechnic Auditorium once the Graduation High Tea is over. My peers and I, being involved in the performing arts, have been performing for the audience for the past 3 years. Now it's time for us to be the audience for our fellow juniors. North Vista Secondary School Choir's first concert will be a success, and I will remember it for life. North Vista Chorale will strive to be the very best!


I can't wait for these 2 days to happen!

Monday, November 07, 2005

It's MY birthday!

18 years ago, a couple tried making a baby. They finally did it during their honeymoon at USA. 2 years later, on this very day, a baby boy was borned. This boy was named Ho Zhao Lun. When he grew older, his parents enrolled him in baby shows and he won prizes. *ahem*




Agoo goo gooo! Agoo goo goooooo!




LAME. Anyway, it's my birthday today and I celebrated with some of my friends. Unfortunately, many couldn't make it due to some factors; 'O' level Maths, Bridging course, etc. Still, I enjoyed lots today.


I went out with Bao Hui, Low Ris, Han Wen, Sin Wee and Wei Chong in the afternoon. We met at 2pm and went to catch a movie called Doom at Cineleisure. However, due to time constraint thanks to the Bridging Course, plus Low Ris wasn't 16 years old yet, we went to Plaza Singapura instead, to check out other movies. We ended watching a movie called All about love.


I give the movie a rating of 3 out of 5, although it's my first time watching a love show. And I tell you, Charlene Choi was SO CUTE! OH MY GOD! She smiled radiantly, and her voice was so pleasant. The story plot was lame; no spoilers here. The moral of the story: Andy Lau LOVES eating oranges.



After watching the movie, we went to play some arcade and later proceeded on to Marina South. (Yes I know, again!)





A candid shot when we were walking to the bus stop.





We reached there at about 7pm+ and we waited for the others for more than 45 minutes! Since we waited so long, we took some pictures:





The boys.





Me with the lovely couple.





We were bored so we played with the utensils.



Finally, they reached the place and we started placing our orders. There were live crabs and prawns. And we had to chop the crabs. I felt disgusted because when Han Wen was chopping the crabs, the crabs still moved their body parts although they were chopped into half.


It was considered quite dirty but a unique experience.




Han Wen chopping the live crabs with the assistance from Jeremy and me.




Jeremy and me posing for the picture.


Honestly, we took some pictures and some of the people thought we were crazy. But never mind, it's for blog's sake.







Starting to cook the food.



Anyway, I have to note that Daniel kept insulting me innocuously because he said it was my birthday. He injects alot of fun and humour that kept all of us laughing.



After eating, Wei Chong, Han Wen, Sin Wee and me decided to go back home as it was getting late. And we ended up reaching home at around midnight or so. Jeremy, Chong Boon, Jason and Daniel continued playing their games etc.






Here are the group pictures we took:











I would like thank those people who gave me presents and cards. Thanks alot guys!


Also, I would like to wish people who are taking 'O' levels all the very best, especially Joel and Audrey, because they told me they flunked their social studies. Never mind guys, if there's a will, there's a way. I wish you all the best and I expect to hear good news.

A BIG THANK-YOU TO THOSE WHO GAVE ME BIRTHDAY GREETINGS:

  1. JOEL DENG CHONG
  2. Sin Wee
  3. Jeslyn
  4. Shermaine
  5. Yu Wei
  6. Rui Han
  7. Ai Li
  8. Victoria
  9. Yan Tong
  10. Brother
  11. Mom
  12. Dad
  13. Joyce
  14. Hui Xian
  15. Cyn
  16. Joycelyn
  17. Khai Theng
  18. Ying Ying
  19. Long Wen
  20. Ming Rong
  21. Uncle Eric
  22. Mrs Yap
  23. Jeremy
  24. Jason Tan
  25. Justin
  26. Jerry
  27. Jia Yi
  28. Yan Tong
  29. Zi Cai
  30. Wei Chong
  31. Fan Ying
  32. Heng Thye
  33. Han Wen
  34. Chong Boon
  35. Daniel
  36. Mcdonalds (Yes, the staff of Mcdonalds)
  37. Clarence
  38. Bao Hui
  39. Low Ris
  40. Shu Fen
  41. Kai Bin
  42. Serene
  43. Pauline
  44. Jasmine
  45. Gabriel Ang
  46. Gabriel Na
  47. Ji Cai
  48. Derrick
  49. Chin Chong
  50. Adilah
  51. Janna Marican
  52. Maliha
  53. Julianna
  54. Safarina
  55. Nur Haidah
  56. Hui Fen
  57. Elyn
  58. Clarissa
  59. Vincent
  60. Jun Ping
  61. Koon Xian
  62. Xi Boon
  63. Kartikaswari
  64. Jane
  65. Felicia
  66. Joel Lim
  67. Christina Fong
  68. Liang Zhi
  69. Jason Ang
  70. Uncle Johnson
  71. Chu Xiang
  72. Pepsi Cola
  73. Popular Bookshop

*If I did miss any one of your names, please accept my sincere apologies.

Last but not least, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JOYCE TOO!

Saturday, November 05, 2005

Celebrating Yingying and my birthday!

It was a nice Saturday. It was a group consisting of Yingying, Jia Yi, Yan Tong, Justin, Jerry, Clarence, Liang Zhi, Samantha, Xi Boon, Vincent, Jun Ping and me, celebrating for Yingying and my birthday!




Me and Yingying respectively.




We went took a MRT train to Marina Bay.



And we finally reached Marina Bay.




And we took a bus to Marina South.




Some of us played arcade while some played bowling and pool.




Jun Ping and Vincent playing the game attentively.






Yan Tong and me at the bowling alley.


Oh, you may have seen that both of us wore the same T-Shirt. It was just a COINCIDENCE, yet some of them poked fun and said we were a couple! How infuriating!



Anyway, after playing we went to Chin Huat Live Seafood Steamboat or something at Marina South.







Friends waiting paitently for someone to come and serve us.



After that, we went to collect some raw food and live sea creatures; prawns and crabs. We didn't want the crab because you have to chop it by yourself and none of us knows how to do it. And so we took the prawns instead. The uncle uses a fish net and scooped live prawns for us, stored in a plastic container.





I manage to get a picture of them with the plastic cover out as they could jump out anytime. They were quite pity though, as when we put them into the hot plate, a few jumped and landed on the floor, while half-cooked. Oh my, how scary! While some just landed on the plate with their 'legs' moving very fast, and slowly die and being cooked.


But still, their meat went into our stomachs and it was very fresh too!







Eat and eat and eat!



The photo above reminds me of the last-minute present that a few of my friends bought for me. There was this mute lady who went around using hand gestures to ask people to buy plushies from her. When this mute lady approached us, Justin and Jerry gave the idea of buying it for me. The ridiculously priced $15 was haggled till $10. It was a Nemo. Never mind that it was last-minute present. It's the thought that counts.




Forgotten who took this photo. His hand shook too much. Better use a tripod next time!




And this is some of the photos we took:











Haha, we had great fun today!


Last but not least, thanks for those who gave me testimonial for wishing me a happy birthday in advance!