Cheaky shares his favourite songs and tips

Sad Day

2012-02-25T21:34:00.003+08:00

It is one of those days where I felt the world and everyone crashed down on me.
Why Why? I asked. I only have simple requests but it seems so hard to achieve it.

GONG XI GONG XI

2012-01-21T22:54:00.003+08:00

As we all know, Health Is Wealth. Good Health Rules. The past three weeks were hectic as I just completed one major event at work - which also brought a nice close to my six-month probation period in my new job. While I will not say that this is the best job, I guess most jobs are the same. Our attitude is more crucial, and determines our altitude - how far we can progress. Actually, for me at this stage of life, I just need a stable job to bring in income for me... Seventeen years at work (since 1994), I am amazed...I hope as I can work towards retiring at 50, and perhaps, I can move on to do what I have always wanted to do (though I am taking small steps ...)).
On a closing note to the Year of the Rabbit, it has been a good year for me. New decisions made, new grounds explored, new friends made, and more importantly, new physique. I am thankful and grateful. Wishing all my readers - WAN SHI RU YI, XIN XIANG SHI CHENG

Better 2012

2012-01-01T15:24:00.002+08:00

Time flies. really. We are into a brand new year.
I am now more active in FB. That is more of a social networking site but blog is still a preferred medium to share about feelings and thoughts.

2011 is certainly an eventful year for me. Some 'not so good' decisions were made but I had to embrace and live with it.

However, I am glad to have made some positive changes in my life and I am proud of it.

Moving on to 2012 ...I would want to see more positive yet impactful decisions made. I don't have much time and youth left. I need to expedite:

"No matter how high is the mountain, if we set our sights to conquer it, it can be
done if we are determined to do so. If we have friends on the way to support and accompany us, this makes the journey much more enjoyable."

Thank you to my readers and friends.

Not Here Yet

2011-12-27T00:33:00.003+08:00

My next steps seem clearer but somehow, lady luck isn't here.
May have to be patient.

2011-12-06T23:38:00.001+08:00

Have been quiet ....been doing some, quite a fair bit of thinking about next steps.

Clue-Less

2011-11-06T15:19:00.004+08:00

Gasp. I suddenly realised that I dun know what I want to do for work anymore. So, where do and can I go from here?

Another love song

2011-10-11T23:34:00.003+08:00

Another sad song which I like recently..from Vanness Wu
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vIxSAbNTgw&feature=related
心痛过我才学懂得你的守候我狠狠划破
那些错我用生命来救爱没走
你包容我太多挥霍你能不能再次看看我
别无所求只要你回头
爱没走失去你我丢了所有

Help Needed

2011-10-02T23:32:00.001+08:00

One day, I vow to get myself onto this list. However, I must first need someone to introduce me to these editors. Help me, help me...
http://www.herworld.com/love-men-sex/sexiest/top-5-sexiest-local-celebrities?sms_ss=twitter&at_xt=4e842ef84acd943c%2C0

BM Vocal

2011-09-18T21:15:00.004+08:00

Bruno Mars is my "latest craze" as in I suddenly discover that those EL songs that I have been hearing were his...and only recently I found out (so embarassing rite? haha)
Lazy Song ->http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLexgOxsZu0&feature=relmfu
Marry Me, Lighters, Just the way you are, Grenade ...
I am trying to tune in to some 2011 dance-able songs so that I am in tune with the young ...haha...

2011-09-12T00:49:00.003+08:00

This song tugs my heart when I heard it for the first time. The very beautifully written lyrics just resonate so much with how I was feeling at this very moment.

Thank you, Vae for singing this so so touching song.

想象之中付出会有结果毫无保留信奉你的承诺
想象之中这次要爱很久我领略过你眼里的温柔 ...

热烈以后你忽然的冰冻判若两人丢给我去承受
想象中很不同想象中一切都和后来不同
我承认曾经那么心动

你没想象中那么恋旧回忆唤不回你的温柔
最后也不是故作冷漠转过头我怎么有一滴泪落
我没想象中那么脆弱分开后形容也没消瘦
一起踏过了几座春秋领悟了爱不是追逐占有

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhumdIGIGVE&feature=related

shocked.

2011-09-07T23:39:00.002+08:00

so shocked and scary - read about the news that yahoo CEO was fired over the phone and had to leave immediately. this is like the harsh reality of the private working world..will this happen to us one day if we do not perform to expectations?
as such, one has to always make back up plans or prepare for the worst...esp if we seem not to be 'performing' ....sigh...no wonder pple are living in stress, working longer hours, dying earlier....

Another Love Song

2011-09-07T00:35:00.002+08:00

Another touchy love song by Wong Lee Hom.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvUsOXNPVxo

你不知道我为什么狠下心
还悬在你看不见那高空里
我的事你不知道的事

Bidding Goodbye

2011-08-30T00:57:00.003+08:00

One of my favourite song -> 再見王子
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsmIV_XTDTY

Though I am bidding goodbye, but
因為我不知道下一輩子是否還能遇見你
所以我今生才會那麼努力把最好的給你
[so beautifully written by Hins)

Quiet here

2011-08-13T15:39:00.002+08:00

I have been quiet here as I was hooked to another platform - social media - FB.
Over there, the post is more instaneous and read by more ...however, not everyone cares or appreciates.

Attempt

2011-07-14T23:41:00.003+08:00

My first attempt - and it is published. Maybe, I may be a celebrity blogger someday...haha
Cos, I cannot Gentleman PaPa (the male version of LG) or David B (renowned footballer).
http://www.todayonline.com/Voices/EDC110713-0000187/My-learning-journey-on-being-there-for-my-son

So Far So Good

2011-07-10T23:36:00.002+08:00

Family Members and Ex-colleagues are concerned about me and my new job.
I would say - so far so good. As there is no perfect job on earth, we make do what we could.
I see some scope and potential for growth, though human relations could be a challenge.
I look forward to making a difference someday.
Suddenly, my other opportunities doors are also knocking - I am eager to see what lies ahead.

Guilt

2011-06-30T00:47:00.002+08:00

29 June was my farewell day.
I left with a sense of guilt ...cos, everyone was so nice to me. It is always like that.
I know I broke some hearts but that's life, haven't I been breaking hearts?
It will be a new journey from 1 July. I must stay focused and strong.
[A teacher got her pupils to do me a card, and the words were so sweet, though 'guilty' i dun recall these pupils. Sigh.]

Starting Again

2011-06-27T10:37:00.001+08:00

3 years in the job has passed.
I am looking forward to a brand new start in July 2011.
I hope that all will turn out well. As one ages, one gets a little fearful of starting (again).

Staying Toned

2011-06-15T23:32:00.001+08:00

I have a new craving for staying toned, like what I am now.
I have lost abt 3 kg in the last few months. I like what I am now, but my wife don't.
Maybe, I am more attractive and can get the bees. She thinks I am too thin.

Not Ez

2011-05-21T23:48:00.001+08:00

Not easy these days to be in the civil/public service.
'Heads are to roll' cos of failure to put in place processes...sometimes, 'it is not my fault' but because I am who I am, I need to face the music and be accountable.
I used to think that maybe, I can strive to be an MP one day. Now, I think twice. thrice.
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1130309/1/.html

R or W

2011-05-20T22:07:00.002+08:00

I am also stepping into my new job with trepidation ...and I hope that I made a R(ight) and not W(rong) decision. Sometimes, we just need the nudge or courage to move forward. While I respect this man ...I hope I can be like him - ever so pesevering to take up challenges!
http://mohsingapore.blogspot.com/2011/05/goodbye-my-friends.html

Not alone

2011-05-19T21:51:00.002+08:00

He made the last statement which resounded well with me. I heard it before said in my current job...'You are not alone. We are here with you ...to support you.'
But in reality, one still have to face the battle or rather take a decision by oneself. That's what taking responsibility and ownership is all about.
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1129831/1/.html
He seems a nice guy but unfortunately, I won't have a chance to work for/with him.

Move on

2011-05-17T22:05:00.002+08:00

I am likely to move on to a new job soon ...come July 2011.
I really pray that it is a right decision on my part.

Big Dec

2011-05-08T13:49:00.001+08:00

I need to take a major decision soon, to determine how and what I want to do going forward. Yes, I am worried and I mustn't make a wrong move.

Met

2011-05-02T07:16:00.001+08:00

Met some ex-colleagues at a recent briefing.
Happy but sad too.
When one leaves, one is forgetten somehow and it can be back to the Hi-Bye stage.

Can I be more 勇敢?

2011-04-23T14:48:00.002+08:00

This is a very nice song ...I like it very much.
很多事情不是谁说了就算即使伤心结果还是自己担
多少次失望表示着多少次期盼事实证明幸福很难
我们之间不是谁说了就算　拉扯的爱徒增结局的难堪
一百次相爱只要有一次的绚烂下一次会更勇敢

当冬夜渐暖　当大海也不再那么蓝
当月色的纯白变得阴暗那只是代表快乐不再那么简单
　　
那只是因为悲伤从来　都不会有答案
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcTAnpMgBxE&feature=related

Apr

2011-04-17T11:50:00.002+08:00

April is the usual time of the year where the Mediacorp celebrities get recognised, I usually get very excited cos, I wish I was could be there and being one of them. As I grow older, I learn to be on terms with it - I know it is getting harder to fulfill this dream of mine, though nothing is impossible thou. Sometimes, I also thought that I am so silly to harbour such childish dreams but again, don't we all need dreams/goals to keep us going in life? While I used to vote for the celebrities, now I don't anymore - cos, I know this dollar of vote can be put to better use. Maybe, I am really getting wiser.

Crossed X

2011-04-14T08:43:00.002+08:00

I am keeping my fingers crossed for a possible 'breakthrough'.

8 days of silence

2011-04-09T12:19:00.001+08:00

Have been busy doing a report ... and thus, 8 days of silence...also, good to be quiet for a while. Hoping that with a clearer mind, I can tread the path ahead more confidently.

无惊无险，又到五点

2011-04-01T21:10:00.002+08:00

That's the catch phrase my OM says ... It sounds relief but the process of waiting and praying that everything 'shun shun' till 7pm is not easy. What if ... What if ... Imagine the doings of 2,000 young ones ... to them, they may not know the consequences, the responsibilities that I have to bear....*shudder* Time to go.

Blue

2011-04-01T08:36:00.002+08:00

April is here. No April's Fool joke thou cos the mood in me is blue. Almost 3 years in the job. Most people would have settled in or would have left if they do not like it. But I am still here.

Recon-nect

2011-03-26T12:06:00.001+08:00

Feeling reconnected...all these were certainly my favourite dance hits...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXaakPl1hyw&feature=related
[Beautiful Life]
Wonder are there clubs out there still play such dance-able songs?

Money

2011-03-26T10:13:00.002+08:00

I learnt a lesson. Valueable one.
When you have extra money/cash, keep it in the bank even though the interest in low.
If you invest it, you risk losing it, or the money will be 'stuck' when your investment is not a right move.

When

2011-03-16T19:00:00.003+08:00

- we are studying, we don't have to fuss over pocket money. Daddy and Mummy will give.
- we are working, we don't have to fuss over money that much cos we learn to earn our keeps.
- we are married, we have to fuss ...cos, we need to save up to start a family.
- we have our children, we have to fuss so much, to earn enought to feed them, and see them through their growing years.
That's what we call responsibility. Sometimes, I wish ... I was still single, then all my hard earned monies belong to me ... or rather, I can choose to lead a 'happier, less stressed life'.

Hooked

2011-03-12T12:38:00.002+08:00

Take a bow. Taiwan just produces captivating and entralling dramas. I am hooked again.
http://tw.sugoitw.com/the-fierce-wife-episode-01/

Hols Again

2011-03-12T09:55:00.002+08:00

I am so glad that it is holidays again, thou it is just a short week.
I always felt so relieved during the holidays, praying hard that no injury, no complaints, dun need to worry etc... but I know I am like running away. Yes, I am tired of it all though I admit now that I have learnt to adapt and respond to things better.
I am not sure how soon I will get a change but I hope it wun be too long ...

Run away?

2011-03-06T11:54:00.001+08:00

Well, cannot run away now...all 87 seats contested ...I have to work liao...unless, I can be "out of my job" before ED in late May?
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1114574/1/.html

Jobs are not easy

2011-03-06T11:52:00.002+08:00

Once, I wished I could be in an acting role...now, I seriously think twice...cos, I realised it can be tough, real tough...if I can't swim well, how to do a scene, where I dive into the pool.
The following scene also ....most people or the old folks were say "CHOY CHOY ...tei gar lei shi"
http://video.xin.msn.com/watch/video/romeo-tan-turns-up-for-his-own-funeral-%E9%99%88%E7%BD%97%E5%AF%86%E6%AC%A7%E5%8F%82%E5%8A%A0%E8%87%AA%E5%B7%B1%E7%9A%84%E4%B8%A7%E7%A4%BC/tnvuxakr
I should be satisfied with my job...shouldn't I?

Own

2011-03-05T21:38:00.002+08:00

In the past, I always pin on the hope that I will meet my 'bo le' or 'gui ren' who can take me far.
Now, I know that I can only depend on myself. Nobody will help cos everybody seems to be so preoccupied with their own lifestyles/work. And that's life. I am guilty of it too.
My future is in our hands. If we want to achieve something, we better put in effort and not hope for miracles cos miracles are usually dreams which are meant to be dreamt. Seldom, it comes true except for fairy tales. This is another new taiwan drama that I am hooked to lately.
http://www.dramacrazy.net/taiwanese-drama/sunny-happiness-episode-10/123353

Skin

2011-03-01T08:54:00.001+08:00

Some people are just thick-skinned to get herself into the limelight.
Wish I had that type of skin.
http://sg.promotion.yahoo.com/entertainment/article/post/entertainmentfeat_sg/190/ris-low-to-star-in-her-first-movie.html

For the past 50 days...

2011-02-27T23:30:00.002+08:00

I have been eating turkey (1 pc) sandwich (multigrain) as breakfast without fail.
I have started to eat "natural yogurt" and take protein supplements.
Wow, I should be ready to 'step out' and show a 'new me'... and the results of my efforts.

If I can ...

2011-02-25T23:27:00.002+08:00

Like some, I wish I can retire now, in 5 years' yime, or 10 years' time...
Tired of working - but if we do not work, then how do we earn our keep?
Any short cut?
http://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/25-Things-to-Do-When-You-usnews-2653872129.html?x=0

Dreams wait for me?

2011-02-16T21:59:00.002+08:00

This is home truly...where my dreams wait for me....
The 'new' Home song sung by 39 artistees...
http://www.thisishome.sg/
My dreams? .... I am still searching patiently, after more than 40 years...

V Day

2011-02-14T23:24:00.002+08:00

Well, the much anticipated Valentine's Day will be over in 30 mins. Pre and post marriage does make a difference to how most couples would spend the day. Thou there are still the lovey doveys around, I am afraid I can't do so anymore ... at least not in the last 3 years...cos my job doesn't allow me to take leave ....heck it!
Anyway, priorities change when one becomes a parent...and really, what difference does the PE on marriage, parenthood and parenting make? I ponder.

Why not?

2011-02-11T08:05:00.003+08:00

I am not sure if any of you have the same wish as me - not having to fret over $ - have sufficient, wake up and attend to family needs, spend exercise, networking, time with family and friends... Maybe, rich, tai tai or self-employed or those really jobless can have such lifestyles... Can the working adults like most of us do so?
I really envy her ....she has skills and knowledge and put it to good use, and yet enjoy freedom of 'work'.http://www.lynnyap8888.blogspot.com/

After LNY

2011-02-06T16:43:00.002+08:00

Another LNY is over, I am a year older... and it is back to reality/life again tomorrow when work resumes. Thenafter, it will be Camp, Site Validation, Elections, etc...
I guess that's the way life is and we should be brave enough to face reality...
Maybe, lady luck will give an opportunity to me in the year of the Golden Rabbit.

'Must watch' Taiwan Drama - Autumn Concerto. Excellent acting!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qFdK7AYRrk&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCewloA5pBo&feature=related

Health is Wealth

2011-02-03T20:46:00.002+08:00

As I have not been so healthy on the eve (Tiger Year) and start of the new year (Rabbit), I would like to wish all my readers and supporters, good health in the year of the Rabbit.
This year, we will see 'erratic' weather and that can bring about sickness...so, all of us must take good care cos, health is wealth.
So, before we HUAT HUAT HUAT, better make sure we stay healthy cos nothing beats good health to enjoy the happiness and bliss life brings.

Wet

2011-01-30T22:09:00.002+08:00

Never recalled ever got such wet wet days leading up to Lunar New Year. It seems the sky is 'crying' ... for 'who' - I am not so sure thou....maybe, for me cos so far, things are still status quo for me.
The world will be ushering in the Year of the Golden Rabbit in 3 days' time...while it is 'golden', i think the year ahead aint that smooth sailing as everyone would hope so. It is certainly a tough year for those born in the year of the rooster. So, I must really lie low and yet be on my toes.

Shiver Shiver

2011-01-19T21:58:00.001+08:00

Everytime, I read such news ...I shiver in fright.
No more of such days again where I have to ...
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1105707/1/.html

Remember?

2011-01-19T08:31:00.001+08:00

Beautiful love song which was prev sung by a superstar...now, he himself also a superstar, singing it....I like his version too...cos sung be a male. I can 'feel' for it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7s9vY7UmvYw
谁还记得是谁先说永远的爱我
以前的一句话是我们以后的伤口过了太久
没人记得当初那些温柔
我和你手牵手说要一起走到最后

6am

2011-01-19T08:28:00.001+08:00

This is the wake-up time for me, starting this year..and many more years to come.
Felt so sleepy in the morning cos ...I am still getting into the habit of sleeping early.

Better

2011-01-12T21:16:00.002+08:00

A colleague in school sent us the following greeting. Tot it sounds meaningful.
"Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man."
It is certainly true that we should strive to rid our vices, make friends, and be a better person. This is certainly a reminder to me ... I should be a better man, better husband and a better father.

Over 40

2011-01-09T23:45:00.003+08:00

When one is over 40, the outlook in life differ drastically from others:
- we tend to place greater emphasis on our health.
- we tend to worry that we may not be able to realise our dreams (do what we want to do) and thus, expedite to achieve it.
- we tend to start thinking (and planning) for our 'retirement'.
- we tend to want to 'slow down' a little to smell the flowers.
- we tend to be 'less competitive' to want to surge ahead.
- we tend to 'look for/remain in a job' that we can possibly retire.

Again, thatz me. But we also know that for some or many, life begins at 40 and they are all out to 'cheong and cheong to the top'

Grown up

2011-01-01T12:40:00.005+08:00

When one is single, we could spent 'countdown' with our family and/or our friends.
When one is married, we are likely to do so with our family. That's the way it has been for me for some 10 years. I am not complaining ... cos I know I need to learn to be contented, and be appreciative.
Going forward in 2011, I know I need to make effort in achieving what I want to. I am certain that I will be a "better and fitter" person. In 2010, I have attempted several 'firsts' though some were not successful/pleasant.
I wish all my family, friends, and readers a happy and healthy year ahead!

[My all time favourite inspirational song for myself -> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpyQSXJ8QEE&feature=related
A song that never failed to make me teared ->http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3dP-8Ti6x8&feature=related]

Live On

2010-12-23T23:34:00.003+08:00

I like this song when I first heard it ... Again, it is certainly a 'cheena' hokkien song...
黄思婷 ~ 勇敢
I came to know this song through [ Love 爱 ] - The current Taiwanese melodrama serial on Channel 8.
没有你的日子,我能勇敢地走下去?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcLCenoRDa8&feature=related

From the Start

2010-12-21T11:17:00.000+08:00

An old song. Just heard it.
Nice song ...For those in love.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67gupfeefKg&feature=related

Stay

2010-12-20T21:15:00.003+08:00

I heard this song as I was walking past Pacific Plaza (aka the building next to Shaw Towers) one afternoon. At that moment, I felt shattered ...
Don't Go Away Lyrics by EraGratias
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqoODXPBxEM
agimusAgimus tibiPropter magnam gloriamPropter gloriam tuamDomine Deus, Rex coelestis
Oh Domine Deus!Pater omnipotens
Don't go away, don't go away
Forever and ever we'll go on
Don't go away, don't go away
There's no other place where you belong
Don't go away
Oh Domine Deus!Pater omnipotens
Don't go away, don't go away
Forever and ever we'll go onDon't go away, don't go away
There's no other place where you belong
Don't go away, don't go away
I've given to you, babe, all my love
Don't go away, don't go away
Forever and ever we'll go on

Dun call

2010-12-17T09:18:00.003+08:00

Many times, we wait for a special someone to call us (but din have the courage to call) and others who are not supposed to call (e.g. office colleague) called to ask about work when we are on leave. Isn't that irony?

Bad Attitude

2010-12-15T20:27:00.002+08:00

I know there are such 'see you down - don't see you up' sales person around. They come close and are very nice to you when they think they can 'fleece' you to buy their products/services. Once they know you are disinterested and unlikely to budge, they just 'brushed you aside'. That's what I called bad service, bad attitude. I guess it is the same anywhere - esp those proclaimed 'high class' shops. A lesson learnt, indeed.

Slimming

2010-12-13T20:59:00.002+08:00

If you think that slimming really works, maybe, it will ....but essentially, they are just helping to lose the water in your body which can potentially cause dehydration of your skin, body. After that, you drink water to replenish...and that's where your weight will regain ..and then the process starts again....isn't that ridiculous when you pay hundreds and thousands? I guess the basics are the most effective - exercise, and sweat it out ...That's my wife strategy. She is certainly smarter than me.

Learn from others

2010-12-10T23:54:00.001+08:00

No offence to my female readers.
There are certain useful sensual articles about turning on the women, in Men's Health website. Check it out -> http://www.menshealth.com.sg/sex-relationships/give-her-breast-orgasm?utm_source=MH+Newsletter&utm_campaign=20101213&utm_medium=email

NOT fair

2010-12-09T23:58:00.003+08:00

My legs are just 'too fair' ... to appear as a sporty person.
I am not really one but I tot it would look good to be one.
But I am not an outdoor person who plays swim, soccer, beach volleyball, fly kite etc...
Hence, to achieve the effect, I have to resort to what I used to do ...indoor taning.
Still, cannot compare to those outdoor freaks ....sigh.
Sometimes, I wonder why I cannot find contentment in who I am.

Meadiocre

2010-12-06T23:06:00.002+08:00

Like most if not all parents wish that their son can 'soar like a dragon' and their daughter can 'scale as a phoenix'. I do too. However, lately, I realise that I am kidding myself cos, the children have to have the clever genes to excel. Some parents may not have the opportunity to excel given certain circumstances. As such, they may seem meagre but their children are cool while some parents are holding esteem posts but their children are just meadiocre. Well, we do not rule out that every child can succeed in their own way/field and that success should not be based on academic achievements but then again, we cannot deny that academic success is somewhat the basic foundation that has to be right to progress forward in life. The recent PSLE top pupil's parents are both doctors. There are certainly stories of scholars whose parents are taxi drivers or labourers.
If my children are just meadiocre, I guess I can only blame myself and ....

Wedding Tots

2010-12-05T01:09:00.004+08:00

Just settling in to bed after attending a posh wedding at St Regis. I am beginning to feel worried that my angpow may not suffice. The food, a 6-course dinner, was good but the service can be better thou. I will post the pic once my colleague shares with me. Wow, don't think I will ever afford to set foot on that 6 star hotel.
Again, wedding dinners reminded me of the days that I had my wedding - 10 years ago in Dec 2000. Then, I was glad that I had tables of colleagues, and some friends who were there to give me their well-wishes. 10 years on, I have new colleagues but where are my friends? That really saddened me. I am beginning to feel guilty that maybe, I have not been putting in effort to 'keep' my friends.
I am certainly not a sociable person ...so, I don't expect to have loads of friends but close friends - where are they now? I hope I don't have to live my ageing years alone. That will be very sad.

Job Woes

2010-12-03T20:48:00.002+08:00

Every job has its woes. Such incidents would come under my purview but alas....
http://sg.yfittopostblog.com/2010/12/03/%e2%80%98sleeping-girls%e2%80%99-molester-in-school-nabbed/
Heavy responsibilities, I felt at such remarks:
“The school needs to step up their security. As parents, we trust them to be responsible for the students when they are in school,” said Madam Cindy Teo, 47, whose daughter is a student.

No end

2010-12-03T01:02:00.003+08:00

It is one of those nights that I don't want to sleep early thou it has passed 1am.
I realise that in life, there is no end to how we can 'improve' our looks. We can't fight nature nor reality. For example, if one goes for a slimming session, she has to go many times just to stay in shape. If one goes for an expensive haircut, she has to go frequently to have the look. If one goes for waxing or body contouring, she has to revisit the service on several/many occasions to look good. That will mean lotsa monies need to be spent. There seems to be 'no end' to it. So, the wiser man knows better - not to start it first. Sadly, I am none the wiser.

Sports Fave

2010-11-20T15:25:00.002+08:00

I am not a sporty person but I do enjoy watching sports games especially Badminton, Table Tennis and Diving. This is one of my favourite player - Pornsak.
http://www.gz2010.cn/info/ENG_ENG/ZB/ZBB101A_BD@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ENG_number=5000319.html
I like players who are calm and composed and not those who yelled and ohmmmped when they won a point (aka aggressive). I read that Pornsak is a lawyer by training...wow, envy - wen wu shuang quan.
I am quite poor in my motor/coordination skills ...that explains why I am not good at sports. It doesn't really matter now cos at 40, I can't afford to be playing competitive games as we are now more prone to injuries. My knee cap is still 'recuperating', I think thou I can now walk as fast as I used to be ...the last 5 weeks were miserable as I cannot run/walk ...
Anyway, I am lazing at home today to watch the Asian Games matches....

D&D

2010-11-20T15:20:00.002+08:00

I attended MOE D&D yest with my office colleagues. Theme was Masquerette...and some people who attended really dolled up and some actually went to rent victorian costumes etc...which costed them over $100. I didn't do so and won't bother to do so. I guess I am not the sort who is also 'sporting' or rather 'stupid' to spend the money...haha
Anyway, lucky me won $40 NTUC vouchers as the 54th prize.
Actually, there is a dance segment at the end of D&D ...which I really 'missed' - I always love dance hits...it really perks me up!

Straight As

2010-11-18T00:08:00.003+08:00

It is one of those sleepless nights where I wonder ...
I know it is certainly not true that 'well-performing' pupils have 'very educated' parents. Some may argue that the parents have garnered merits in their previous lives. Some may say that their parents have 'grilled' them well. Some pupils are simply very motivated or very intelligent.
I am not comparing with others. Have I been too laxed with my kids (or didn't supervise enough) so much so that they have 'played too much'? or they are simply not academically-inclined as much as I wish they are (a little more). I know I can't expect that they are outright smart or clever or do superbly well...but at least, the 'minimal mark'.

Responsibility

2010-11-17T06:29:00.003+08:00

Every job comes with responsibilities. Varying thou.
Mine is somewhat heavy. I felt. In my over 10 years of career. Why?
Cos I am responsible for more than 2000 lives.
I am awake at 6+am on a PH cos, a group of teachers and pupils are returning after a 7-day trip to China. I am the key liaison here. Have been praying that things go well etc...which is certainly beyond my control, attending to parents' concerns (not much this round, luckily) etc....
I am not sure if this is what I want to do moving forward ...cos, a lot of things can be beyond our control and these days, things do happen and people are less forgiving for 'mistakes made'. Every year, I need to worry 4 times for overseas trip and everyday for the day-to-day running.
I know I am tired but I may / likely to stay on for another year cos next year is not a good year for me and I should lie low. But for sure, I am well-supported by my colleagues thou.

Let me smile.

2010-11-13T00:37:00.000+08:00

Din know there is such a nice song. I know I need to smile more.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaIpdMZN3E0&feature=related

41

2010-11-13T00:13:00.003+08:00

I have just turned 41 (clap clap..haha). And it is sad that nobody wishes me well ...cos had a bad tiff. So, I foresee that tomorrow will be a 'quiet' day for me...it doesn't matter really cos somehow, I have no mood to 'celebrate' as I age.

Rich Enuf

2010-11-09T22:17:00.002+08:00

I was at PASSION yesterday. Guess thatz the price I pay to hopefully light up a hope.dream. Anyway, I was told of a dazing/cute guy whom the staff there went 'gaga' over. And I understand that he works for his uncle who is the boss of Shangrila Hotel. Wow, envy. If only my uncle is willing to let me work with them? Ha.
He visits the hair salon every fortnight and every haircut service, I understand costs close to $90....wow, if only I have that kind of money to spend. I am not born with a silver spoon in my mouth.

Hair Cut

2010-11-09T22:08:00.002+08:00

I finally went for my complimentary hair cut at PASSION yesterday ....wow, the name itself thrills me. Will I get to meet some celebrities there? No. I didn't. The hairstylist was very nice to me, thou it is complimentary (cos I was handpicked by the boss...) anyway, I decide to pay a sum to get my hair treated and coloured. It certainly costs a bomb but I am pleased with it thou nobody (wifey nor family) noticed ....haha
I am unlikely to visit it in the next 3-6 months ...and probably twice a year ? I hope someday, maybe, some kind soul there will make my dream come true!

Those Days

2010-11-02T22:17:00.002+08:00

Finally, found time to watch this army docu/drama on youtube.
I can still those days when I was first enlisted and those days that followed...
Dun think it is of any interest to my readers thou...
all i can say is that looking back ...the times were tough but it is over but seriously i dun think i will want to go back time to experience it again.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxmp8nwQ43Q&feature=related

Small Steps

2010-11-01T22:58:00.002+08:00

While we know that we dun want to live our lives in vain, we should know our limits as we pursue our dreams. I am now taking small steps forward to do what I always wanted to ... before the time comes when I no longer have the energy to do it anymore.

Taking Leave

2010-10-30T23:32:00.001+08:00

Heard in the news that the annual Subaru Challenge has just started and more than 400 participants this year, some of which are past participants...They said that they are trying to break their previous reports and test their endurance probably. And I am sure they have applied for leave to recover next week. And I know for sure, there probably aren't teachers or school staff in the midst cos we are not allowed to take leave during term time. See, these are restrictions of our jobs. Haha.

Book 1

2010-10-26T22:36:00.002+08:00

I am reading this book by Pat Williams and Karyn Williams - THE TAKEAWAY : 20 Unforgettable Lessons Every Father should Pass on to his Child. Thou some of the lessons do not resonate with me as there is mention of faith but most of the lessons do .... Here they are
1. Wear Your Seat Belt 2. Enjoy Your Life 3. Be Good to People 4. Take Care of your Body
5. Exercise Your mind 6. Date to Live Big 7. There are no Giants out there 8. The World will take care of the Jerks 9. Make good decisions 10, Choose your friends wisely 11. Does he/she make you a better person? 12. Be the man/woman you want to be!
Thou it may seem late that I learnt them now...I hope it is not too late to pursue some myself in this lifetime.

Fire

2010-10-25T23:13:00.002+08:00

Most of us were told by my parents or some adults not to play with fire.
But as one gets older, we know that if we don't (take the risk), we probably will remain being what we do. Is it how we want to live our life?
Am I ready to 'play with fire'?

Trailing Behind

2010-10-14T23:27:00.001+08:00

I am afraid that if I dun buck up or do something about it, I will trail behind.

Unusual

2010-10-06T21:49:00.002+08:00

I saw this earlier - "If you are not willing to risk for the unusual, you settle for the ordinary." by Jim Rohn when I was at the EC House having a $10 hair cut. I always feel that you pay for what you want. A $10 vs $50 haircut, what would you choose? Most of us would choose $10. That's why we are the ordinary. I want to be the 'unusual'.

No Time

2010-10-06T00:33:00.004+08:00

There are several articles on people who have passed away in the last few days - some due to road accidents, some due to illness and I know one distant colleague who had died of cancer just yesterday. It is another 'wake-up call' to me that time is running out and I better expedite my dreams. If lifespan of an average male is 79, then half of my life is over. If it is only 70, then probably 2/3 of my life is over. What have I done and what I have not achieved yet. I better get started soon.

Quiet

2010-10-05T08:49:00.003+08:00

I will be keeping quiet for a while, to think through things.
I know I have been living in fairyland, dreaming of the impossibles.
I know I need to get down on my feet and walk more steadily.
9 months have just gone by, another 3 more to go before another new year.
I know I need to relook at my life goals and chart my journey forward.

Sleepless

2010-10-02T00:56:00.002+08:00

It is already 1am but I am feeling sleepless thou I know I am tired.
It is one of those blue nights where I sit and reflect and think about life, future.
The clip below makes me feel 'worse' cos I would have wished I was younger. more daring. more confident. to pursue my dreams?
http://blogs.xin.sg/baguatv/
Thou we know that there are some who made it when they are older - 40s and 50s, I really dun think it would be me. In life, if we dun try, probably we may not know ...

Disturbed

2010-09-27T21:52:00.001+08:00

Feeling a little disturbed lately. My boy doesn't seem to want to focus on his studies.
Can someone give me some tips to get him to 'see the need to' and 'stay focused'?

Aggressive

2010-09-27T21:34:00.002+08:00

I know I am not aggressive at work. And really, I do not see the need to. But the harsh world outside seems to 'force' us to. And for me, I still hold my principle to heart - to influence and persuade - but this only work in an unreal world?

Sob

2010-09-23T00:15:00.001+08:00

How can I be fantastic or fabulous when I am seriously experiencing 'reclining hairline'. I suddenly feel so lousy and sad. How can I save myself?

Fab 40

2010-09-21T23:28:00.001+08:00

She is fabulous 40.
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/entertainmentfeatures/view/1082308/1/.html
I want to also think that I am in my fantastic 40 too.
So toned, slim and cool.
Maybe, somebody should feature me soon before I really get 'older'...haha

REad

2010-09-15T23:29:00.002+08:00

I usually like to read gossip juicy news ...thatz why I wonder why I din pursue a job in journalism (ooops, i dun have the flair for language) nor reporter ...
That aside, I am not usually a book reader ...cos, I rather read entertainment news/articles etc...
As part of my job, I have to read this book -
http://www.amazon.com/Remember-Who-You-Are-Stories/dp/1591392845#
Good book certainly. Lotsa insights. But focus is on leadership which is something I know I dun like to do. What we can be a leader in our own lives, the need to lead others is not easy and not something I desire.
Sometimes, we may think that we are "not cut out for it" but others think we can fit in ...

Silence

2010-09-13T23:37:00.002+08:00

I know I must learn to appreciate the beauty of "Silence" cos I tend to have the habit of wanting to "break the silence/ice". As such, I talk more than I listen which is 'not correct' as we are born with 2 ears and 1 mouth.

Reality

2010-09-11T09:06:00.002+08:00

It is not easy to be at the top. If the the top man does not perform or show results, they will be replaced. Thatz the harsh reality here and everywhere. We need to produce results, and show impact in what we do, and gets measured for what we produce/achieve.
http://sg.news.yahoo.com/afp/20100910/tts-finland-telecom-equip-company-execut-509a08e.html

Words

2010-09-10T11:41:00.002+08:00

Din know that homework can be done 'using' the internet. Needed to help my child list compound words and after an hour of 'thinking', can only name less than 20. but with a google search, out comes 2,000+ of which he can select 60 for which he can submit. Amazing. If I dun learn to tap on technology to improve my efficiency, I probably will be outdated. Learn as age is no limit cos life begins at 60 (or rather 40 for me?)

Not Easy

2010-09-08T22:11:00.002+08:00

It is not easy to be parents, esp when your spouse just 'contradict' the way you want to educate your child. I learnt before that both parents must "stand together on the same side" when disciplining the child but I am always blamed for 'losing my temper' when I am not. Is it wrong to reprimand your child 'irresponsible when he just play day in and day out without putting in effort to do assigned homework?'

Chop

2010-09-07T22:28:00.002+08:00

Yes, I have decided to chop off my rebonded hair for something short (and sad 'curls' cos of my natural curls) cos I tot that it is about time to 'face the reality' ....though I know keeping my hair long is 'critical' for me due to FS. Lady Luck hasn't been too kind to me as yet. Maybe, she will be kinder to me soon.

Hi-Bye

2010-09-02T22:34:00.002+08:00

Usually, one is forgotten when one leaves a job. There is no more common topic to talk about. It becomes a 'hi-bye' state and esp so, when everyone is busy with their own work. Is Life meant to be lived that way?

Lucky Chap

2010-09-01T00:14:00.002+08:00

This 'celebrity' is certainly lucky (with hardwork, for sure), to be able to get the job he desires (presumably) or being 'talent hunted'. I am certainly not as lucky as him. Reason being, I don't have the x factor, I have no lobangs, I know nobdy up there who may have given me a lift and many more excuses. For sure, I didn't put in the effort or being in the right place at the right time. I know I shouldn't compare or complain but ....
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/entertainmentfeatures/view/1077973/1/.html

UNreasonable

2010-08-28T22:06:00.002+08:00

[I was 'queueing up' at a vegetarian stall to get my dinner. This lady squeezed her way thru to the front and I tot she is looking at the dishes she want to choose. Fine. After the indian lady infront of me (which I graciously let her go first thou I was ahead of her as the queue line was a bit 'blur') was served, the lady uttered her order - she wanted to packet 2 dishes. I was like ...isn't my turn first?]
Me : EXCUSE me
[In mandarin]
Lady : What, I know this stall very well. That side got people standing. So, I order here.
Me : Then? So? You have to queue up. [I signalled to the lady ahead of me ... and claimed that I am in the queue, and next ... the indian lady said - dun bother nor quarrel with her.)
Lady : You got no 'feng du' ...what a man. You serve this man first (she signalled to the stall owner) Dun want to argue with you.
Me : What, me dun want to argue with such 'lao nu ren', so unreasonable. never queue.
Lady : I also dun want to argue with you 'lao nan ren'. [Me felt like boxing her ...]
I got my food, and walked away ...and turned around and said - Stupid woman!
I guess this woman must be using 'this tactic to get round queues' ...and me wun just give in. Haha.

Low

2010-08-28T22:05:00.000+08:00

My self-esteem is not usually high. And it runs in the family.

Appraisals

2010-08-24T21:48:00.002+08:00

This is the time of the year that everyone is busy/stressed with appraisals. In my current job, I had to handle this ...and guess what, I dun like the process and idea. In my prior job, I only need to provide inputs...now, I am tasked to co-ordinate it at a local level and worse, facilitate the sessions....sigh.... It is not easy, who am I to do this? this is HR matters. Does it then mean, I am destined to go back to 'HR work' when I just 'got out of it' 10 years agon to focus on comms work? Irony!

No Tea or Coffee

2010-08-19T21:30:00.001+08:00

I dun drink coffee. I dun drink tea. I only drink horlicks (plain - no sugar, no milk) every morning. Maybe, thatz why I tend to feel sleepy. so easily.