Sorry people. I'd love to update my blog but I dont think that I have the time to do so. Projects are piling up and the examinations are near. Moreoever, with my new job and 'extra' responsibilities which I dont understand why I would take them, I guess I'm just wasting too much time on other stuff rather than studies but WHO CARES??!! Haha... I just wish I have more time to do my personal stuff but being shagged for the past few weeks isnt bring any good for me. Anyway, I will update my blog as soon as possible of the very few events that are worth to be remembered.

Before I go, I guess I would share a short story that my PEM has sent me through the mail. Although it could be just a short story, I hope it does inspire you about your perception about life. This story did change me a little but I guess, it still depends on individual whether you want to make your life great or not. That's all folks... Enjoy reading the story below.



CHOICES

John is the kind of guy you love to hate. He is always in a good mood and always has something positive to say. When someone would ask him how he was doing, he would reply, "If I were any better, I would be twins!"

He was a natural motivator.

If an employee was having a bad day, John was there telling the employee how to look on the positive side of the situation.

Seeing this style really made me curious, so one day I went up and asked him, "I don't get it!
You can't be a positive person all of the time How do you do it?"

He replied, "Each morning I wake up and say to myself, you have two choices today. You can choose to be in a good mood or ... you can choose to be in a bad mood

I choose to be in a good mood."

Each time something bad happens, I can choose to be a victim or...I can choose to learn from it. I choose to learn from it.

Every time someone comes to me complaining, I can choose to accept their complaining or... I can point out the positive side of life. I choose the positive side of life.

"Yeah, right, it's not that easy," I protested.

"Yes, it is," he said. "Life is all about choices. When you cut away all the junk, every situation is a choice. You choose how you react tosituations. You choose how people affect your mood.

You choose to be in a good mood or bad mood. The bottom line: It's your choice how you live your life."

I reflected on what he said. Soon hereafter, I left the Tower Industry to start my own business. We lost touch, but I often thought about him when I made a choice about life instead of reacting to it.

Several years later, I heard that he was involved in a serious accident, falling some 60 feet from a communications tower.

After 18 hours of surgery and weeks of intensive care, he was released from the hospital with rods placed in his back.

I saw him about six months after the accident.

When I asked him how he was, he replied, "If I were any better, I'd be twins..Wanna see my scars?"

I declined to see his wounds, but I did ask him what had gone through his mind as the accident took place.

"The first thing that went through my mind was the well-being of my soon-to-be born daughter," he replied. "Then, as I lay on the ground, I remembered that I had two choices: I could choose to live or...I could choose to die. I chose to live."

"Weren't you scared? Did you lose consciousness?" I asked

He continued, "..the paramedics were great.

They kept telling me I was going to be fine. But when they wheeled me into the ER and I saw the expressions on the faces of the doctors and nurses, I got really scared. In their eyes, I read 'he's a dead man'. I knew I needed to take action."

"What did you do?" I asked.

"Well, there was a big burly nurse shouting questions at me," said John.

"She asked if I was allergic to anything 'Yes, I replied.' The doctors and nurses stopped working as they waited for my reply. I took a deepbreath and yelled, 'Gravity'"

Over their laughter, I told them, "I am choosing to live. Operate on me as if I am alive, not dead."

He lived, thanks to the skill of his doctors, but also because of his amazing attitude... I learned from him that every day we have thechoice to live fully.

Attitude, after all, is everything.

Some stuff I want to add during my trip to the stadium... The video below is the last fireworks displayed in the National Stadium and for the pictures, they are considered the last memories of the National Stadium I have in mind now. Goodbye and so long, National Stadium...

I'm too lazy to blog but I just provide some brief summary of the things happened these days.

Jimmy's Birthday Bash:

I dont mean that we need to bash him up since its his birthday but I hope Jimmy enjoyed himself that day. We met up at 12 plus at Sembawang but I was late so the gang went to cathay first to book the tickets. However, while I was boarding the train towards the city, I saw the gang at Yio Chu Kang, waiting for Yun Ting. I end up meeting them in Ang Mo Kio instead. By the way, we had bought gifts for Jimmy, which consist of 4 items; a bag, shirt, bermudas and an Arsenal Size 1 ball. Haha... Hope he likes it. Although Henry is not in Arsenal anymore, Jimmy will still be our team's number 14, our very own Henry.

Everyone was wearing formal, just like we had planned the day before. It's just surprisely weird as everyone was wearing either black or white. Hence, we walked in a cluster in the streets, which seems like we are the 'Black and White' gang. Anyway, we went for the movies, watching "Transformers". It took some time for the gang to decide what movie to watch as Raymond had watched it earlier. We ended up sticking to the same decision and yet, no one regrets it.

The movie was fantastic. Nice graphics and sound. What matters most is that the robots and humans blended well together. You wont feel that the robots are really animations. No wonder with Spilberg's around, there's no such thing as a artificial looking movie. Maybe that's why he gets to win lots of major awards??!! Once the movie was over, I had to rush to Yishun for my swimming training. The guys went to enjoy themselves in Esplanade while I was learning how to do CPR. What the... So sorry about it guys, I wish I could skip my training but I couldnt. Maybe next time we could have a longer outing with each other.

First Lifeguard Job:

Finally, it is my 1st job to be a lifeguard in the swimming pool. I was excited but tired since I was not having enough sleep for the past one week. Anyway, I reached the pool at 2.30pm and had to change my attire. Once I changed, I was told to take charge of the baby pool in Yishun Swimming Complex. Luckily, there isnt much rules to know or else I would be easily confused.

Well, half an hour past and I felt sleepy. No choice. I dont think I have the strength to look after a few people in the pool. I was really getting bored and I wanted to take a dip in the water. It is really a boring job I guess. Even the guy, who is known as Peter, the person-in-charge for the day told me that he had to face this boring job for the past 20 years in order to earn a living. I agree with that but I guess, there could be something interesting in this job. I told myself not to fall asleep during work, telling myself to be passionate. Alright, as time past, more people came to the complex for their swim.

Once 9pm strikes, it was time to end the day. Tiring but I was still happy, knowing that actually the people in Yishun Swimming Complex are friendly people. They are easy-going and I enjoyed working at there. Once I wanted to leave the complex, I saw Clarissa and gang. I dont know why they were there but they told me Sembawang was having a halt in electricity and water supply. IS IT TRUE??!! Can anyone just tell me if its true or not since its been days after I wonder if it was a fact or not. I messaged Eugene and he told me he was at home, WATCHING S-LEAGUE!!! OMG!!!

I end up having dinner with them and went back home together. Clarissa was going crazy after dinner as she was laughing non-stop while we are walking to the station, taking the train back to Sembawang. Once we alighted from the train, she was still laughing. I dont get the point why she's doing that but seriously, someone need to stop her from laughing that day. Everyone was exhausted as they had NAPFA earlier. While for me, it was a nice experience bein a lifeguard. You have the authority but ith big resposibility to take this job.

Projects and Tests:

This isnt the best time to say this as I had enough with it. Projects are piling up but now its getting better. Business Finance and EFMA have been settled and all are left with Business Law, Marketing Management, Essentials of Sport & Wellness and ICT. Gosh!!! I need more time to study my Japanese too. The test was horrible as I said "Wa Ka Ri Ma Sen" aka "I dont understand" to the lecturer. Haix... I hope I could pass this module. Although its hard but I guess I would need to bear with it no matter what.

Well, I guess that's all for now. Saturday and Sunday was late nights for me. Saturday was because I walked back with Kian Wee to Sembawang while he needs the radio to listen the ghost story. Sunday was to help my friend in the Business Finance project. Luckily, I managed to catch the last train for both days. Phew!! I dont want to walk back to Woodlands every night. My body is aching and if this routine continues, I guess I would be having stress muscles and bones.

Happy Birthday Jimmy!!! Haha... Too bad, I didnt manage to stay with the rest for the whole day after watching the movie, "Transformers'. I had to rush to Yishun for my swimming training and then, helping a friend in a project to meet the deadline, which is like... 6 hours from now???!!! Haha... Anyway... I wont be typing much crap as its getting late.

Well, working in the swimming complex is a enjoyable thing but seriously, it gets bored after awhile, since I'm a hyperactive person who needs to walk around to stay alert. Shall type this post about my working experience the next time, as well as the fun we enjoyed during Jimmy's birthday celebration. Time to rest... Shagged...

Tomorrow is another long day till 10pm in the night. That really sucks!!! Yet, that's life as a student I guess...

Japanese Oral Test and ICT Presentation tomorrow.... Haix... Time to sleep early since I'm too tired. I dont care much for now. Tomorrow is really a spoilt day, with everything cramped together as there's no school on Friday. Anyway, it wont be a bad idea as I would start my 1st day of work in Yishun Swimming Complex... Cool!!!

Well, ending here... Sayonara!!

School was not bad after all. Once I stepped into the class, Bing was smiling with glee as he looked at me. He asked me to sit next to him, which I did. I wasnt sure what happened but he told me that I scored 29/30 for my Business Finance. I didnt believe what he's talking at first since I thought my Business Finance test paper was a screw-up. I didnt do the formulaes the right way and I know that I have a complete out of range answer.

I took my paper, look at it. The paper did clearly stated "29/30" on it. I was shocked. Never mind, I still feel nothing until Bing told me that Andy got 28. By then, I feel very bad for scoring that high. I dont know why, maybe that's because Andy and I are good pals who I have knew since Primary 5, and he's always the one who tops the class. However this time round, I was able to get 1 mark above him. As what Bing had said, I should show Andy who's better but I still keep it to myself. I dont want to make things worst.

How to put it in this way? I just dont want him to feel that I'm getting boastful or I'm competing with him. I know I dont have the qualities of being as good as him but I dont want our friendship to be affected. As the phrase goes, "Every man for himself." I just feel very bad for scoring 29 marks. I guess I should deserve lower. Anyway, Andy, I do really treat you as a competitor in studies, as well as a role model. Its just that I dont want to have any misunderstandings with you. I do admit to the rest in the class that you are the one I hate the most but seriously, I do it because you are the one that makes me continue to persevere. Thanks Andy...

Well, once school was over, I had V.E. practise. It was an extra session with the committee but I didnt sing that well. My voice was not good at all. I wasnt a good singer to blend with Benjamin after all. I know it from the start. I guess I need to do more tunings with my voice. At that point, I feel like giving up singing but I could not do so. The committee still needs me as a part of them to sing, to help the Tenors to shine. As a Tenor 1 member, I just have to try my best to sing. Blend with the rest, maybe... Singing isnt the main problem in this issue but its whether do I accept the facts or not.

While on the way back home, I saw Ah Kai, a buddy from my previous workplace called Senopress. It was a coincidence but we had a nice short chat before I went to buy my Green Tea. I missed Senopress and the friends I met over there. Seeing Ah Kai still with his cheerful smile, it really makes me think that I should smile for the rest of the day. I dont know why but my smile wouldnt fade after meeting him. Maybe he's the one who taught me indirectly the art of smiling. It doesnt mean feeling sad or angry is the end of the day. It is just a way of what you are thinking. Haha...

As for the someone if you ever do read my blog, I just wish to tell you some stuff. You chose to forget me and I respect your decision and I will try to forget you. I dont need any appreciation but I just want you to know that there is still someone over here, who is willing to be there for you if you are feeling lonely, sad, angry or empty... Just give me a call, or a SMS will do. Please dont fall sick again. Anyway, I will message you if its necessary, maybe not, it depends... Though its hard to forget you, I will try no matter what. Although I still have feelings for you, it doesnt matter at all. I wont assure that my feelings, my love or my admiration for you would last an eternity or forever. Yet, all I want to see is you being happy, nothing else...

You can choose to treat it as a story, myth or plain nothing but to me, its right from the bottom of my heart. There is still many things I want to type but I cant describe it. Well, I guess its time to end here....

With more than a few decades of history, the National Stadium, or I should put it as OUR National Stadium, is finally closing. Its nothing to be amazed, sad or happy. Its just a normal event which would help one to have his or her mind filled with many memories. Yes, history was created in this arena and that night, 30th June 2007, is where history is made and we are part of the history.

Eugene and I met up to watch the last match in the stadium. By the time we reached the stadium, it was nearly 7pm. I feel so sorry for Eric and his cousin for waiting the both of us for nearly an hour. My bad!! Sorry!! Anyway, I actually wanted invite Eric to join us for the match but didnt expect that he was having a birthday celebration with his cousin. Since it was his cousin's birthday, he brought him along to watch the match. I mean, it was not a bad idea to have someone to celebrate his birthday at a place with 55000 people, with a wonderful match to be played between Singapore and Australia.

In the end, Eric and his cousin were sitting at a different location with Eugene and me, due to the different locations our tickets were. Anyway, once we got a good spot to settle down, I begin my 'lunch' for the day. Eugene was having his sushi while I add my chocolate cake. The match started at 7.30pm and Singapore was having the best chances to score. One of the greatest miss was Indra's header, which connects to the ball but the ball hits the post. The whole crowd went bersark after watching the scene. Eugene and I were yelling like mad.

Half-time started and I met Eric to buy some food outside the stadium since Eric was hungry. We started to join the queue that sells some nasi lemak but when it was nearly our turn to buy the food, the table doesnt have any food at all. What's left behind are green chilli!!! Just look at the disgusted face of Eric tells me that a hungry man would be angry if he's not properly fed. Luckily, Eugene had bought a spare piece of burger and he gave one to Eric. Haha...Happy eating...

Second half begins and Australia scored back 3 goals. 2 headers from mark Viduka and 1 from Kewell. I do support Singapore for the game but seriously, we didnt manage to control our defence. The best part was the crowd in the stadium. If Singapore missed the ball, everyone would moan. However, once Australia scores a goal, the whole stadium would cheer. I guess its because the players who scored are from the English Premier League. Haha... Especially when Hary Kewell scores, it was a amazing shot, slotting the ball into the right side of Lionel Lewis with a right foot shot. The whole stadium just cheer when they heard from the commentator. "Australia 2, Singapore 0! And the scorer for the 2nd goal is Harry Kewell!!" That caused the roar in the stadium... LOL!!!

The match ended and there comes the closing ceremony. Fireworks did displayed and I managed to video it. I think I will put it in Youtube if possible but first, I need to figure out how am I suppose to get the pictures and videos out from the camera that I borrowed from V.J.. I hate to do such stuff since I was a noob towards digital cameras and taking good shots, unlike V.J., Reeza and Vincent, who are the talented ones in Canberra. Well, once the match is over, we took a few more photos before taking a bus back to Yishun and buy oursleves Nasi Lemak as dinner before heading home. By then, I was too tired to do anything. Haha... I recieved cramps in the morning and lack of sleep for the week. Haha...

Say goodbye to National Stadium and say hi to the new Sports Hub. I cant wait to see the facilities of the Sports Hub but I guess, it would be suitable for sports lovers...

Ever wonder why a sentence call "Excuse me" is so hard to say it out of one's mouth? I dont know what is the particular reason for that but I really know that some have their own ways to show their "Excuse me" signal. I really think if they are really mute or are they just acting like a dumb, as if the 2 words is so hard to say.

Anyway, I was in the train with Eugene, where we were heading to Kallang to watch the last match in the stadium. It was Australia vs Singapore. I will tell the story about the whole stadium thing in the next post but you gonna imagine this if it happens to you...

As the train was reaching Yishun, I didnt notice that someone wanted to walk past me. Normally, we would say "Excuse me" or just push our way through without any words. Well, this guy which I met, around its late 30s to 40s, was really 'interesting'. He never say a word and was not pushing his way through. I dont mind about that but he should have the basic signal by tapping my shoulder to tell me that he needs to walk in front. Yet, that guy was superb!!

He poked me at the side of my abdomen and I just looked behind, thinking which idiot was doing such a thing. He stared at me and walk to the front. I was not happy with it so I just look at him whether the guy is alright or not. Well, guess what??!! He started to stare at me and I keep staring back. He looks fierce, like anything he's gonna commit a mass murder in the train. I just keep my cool and look down. Let's just say, I'm trying not to create a big mess about some small stuff.

Luckily I'm not sensitive towards being poked. Some of my friends are very sensitive towards the poking, probably it is itchy?? I dont know. However, one thing is for sure, if I was the sensitive person towards poking, I think that guy would be hit by me straight. Haha... Just like what Te Seng did to Qin Xiong few years ago. That was actually a normal instinct of a human being...