Friday, September 28, 2007

Shh.. what I am going to tell you and what you are going to see is of top secrecy. It belongs to the for-your-eyes-only level of confidentiality.




It is this secret water body that I chanced upon many years ago. I was gazing afar from the corridor outside my aunt's house then and I made this amazing discovery which I initially took to be bedok reservoir. However, it looked too raw and untouched to be bedok reservoir (you should seriously check out bedok reservoir these days - totally changed). Thus on one of those days when I felt adventurous, I ventured out into the unknown and 发现新大陆. Today, many years later, I retraced my steps and stepped foot onto this land unknown to many once again.




Well, to further keep you guys in suspense, I shall provide the directions first. Here's the exact location: (remember, shh..)

As you orientate yourself to the map, you should see Temasek Polytechnic. On its left, you should locate Tampines Avenue 10. That is the amazing shortcut that links bedok reservoir to tampines. At the junction of Tampines Avenue 10 and Tampines Avenue 1 (along which Temasek Polytechnic lies), you will find a 'bashed-through' path. There will be no roads nor pathways entering this secret place. Neither will there be signboards (except those of the same nature as the one shown above) giving you directions. You'll have to use your intuition. In any case, if you go in the evening (which I highly recommend, for the beautiful views), the sun glistening in the water can be seen as you draw near. So its quite easily found. That's one of the 'ENTER HERE's on the map. The 2nd 'ENTER HERE' is found on Tampines Industrial Avenue 1. Now, this road is not found on the map - it wasn't there until recently. Its not even in use yet. That is why I can take photos like these:



So as you turn into Tampines Industrial Avenue 1, you'll have to walk (though I recommend cycling, coz then you'll feel like you are cycling through the countryside some summer evening - very cool) about 100m before turning left into the vegetation. You'll have to bash a little and there you'll gaze upon the following beautiful sight, with the evening breeze blowing in your face, guaranteed: (in fact, you can even hear the wind in the clip)


For the rest of the pix, check back here again soon!
Hahah, 吊胃口.

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Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Reader, brace yourself for another long but highly entertaining & interesting read.

First of all, refresh your memory by referring to this.

THE TANGIBLES

1. A new phone. For instance, Nokia N95 or Sony Ericsson K800i. Old but nice models.
- I have already embarked on my quest for a new phone. My present one is giving me loads of nonsense. Whenever I make a call, my battery will immediately go on low batt mode. And that is very very irritating. So, I've since called up Starhub to send me some vouchers (they haven given me any since I signed up with them 3-4 years ago). However, other than the 2 models mentioned, I'm starting to look at other chio-er ones. So we shall see.



2. Some new albums. For instance, Beautiful Seed by Corrinne May, OK by Zhang Zhen Yue, Milubing by Milubing. 
- I bought the Zhang Zhen Yue album. Its quite 'OK'. Some nice sounds there. However, in recent albums, Lee Hom's Gai Bian Zi Ji is still the best. Though you won't find another 'Forever Love' or 'Kiss Goodbye' here, there are some rather catchy yet refreshing tunes. Preaches the message of environment-friendliness as well. A credible attempt, on all counts. JJ's Xi Jie, on the other hand, pales in comparison. Too much (failed) experimentation, I feel. Was gonna get the Corrinne May's album together with Zhang's but it was sold out. Ooh. All the more must get it then.

3. A new watch. For instance, Skin by Swatch.
- 2 (!) new watches!
- Thank you, May-Ann!
- Thank you, Jx, Sl, Wj. Many many pple say its really nice! And I like it lots too.

4. A new book. For instance, Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt, any good Chinese book (fiction).
- Thanks, Lao Mu. I actually quite like essays by some of these authors. Brings me back to my uni days when I had to do a particular module on authors from this era. I enjoyed reading their works, understanding the socio-historical background during the time of writing and how the written word was wielded as a weapon during those times when pple's minds really needed to be set free from age-old customs and traditions that had become obsolete and detrimental to advancement. And I like it that they are short and I can even use them to set exam papers! Also reminded me that I've lost Lu Xun's Na Han and I seriously need to get another copy of it again. (whoever borrowed it from me - return it NOW!)

5. A new pair of sneakers. For instance, good running shoes from Asics. (I should invest in one since I like to run and have signed up for the Sheares Bridge Run and Standard Chartered Run.)
- My foot ached from the present worn-out pair of adidas after my Sheares Bridge Run (12km). Not bad eh, my timing. My overall postition was 241/744. I'll be starting to train for the Std Chart Run next week with my buddy, Jeffrey. I hope we press on. And I will purchase my new shoes. Soon.


THE inTANGIBLES

6. No more paint or scribblings of my house number outside my flat.
- Well, God did sort of 'drop' money from heaven. Hallelujah! I got a bank loan (finally, given my credit history) and it helped loads to pay off a large part of the debts. So things are easing up a little. Thank you, everyone, who showed concern and wanted to lend me money. It also allowed my dad, mum and I to sit down and discuss amicably how we want to join hands to settle this problem once and for all - together. So I'm thankful to God things are moving and there are mini breakthroughs here and there. And its testament to God's wonderful and timely provision once again.

7. My students who are re-taking the mother tongue o level paper to score the grade they truly deserve.
- Wish Delivery on its way. Will be granted on 31st Oct. Revealed in early Feb 2008. Watch this space.

8. PRSSCO to turn into a fun and warm place to learn and grow in.
- Brought CO student leaders to MacRitchie Reservoir recently. They were tasked to find their way to the tree-top walk. It was supposed to be a test of their grit, determination and teamwork. It is hoped that thru' such team-building activities amongst the leaders in CO, unity and camaraderie will be cascaded down to the members and this wish will be fulfilled in due time. Coz Every CO Member Matters (our theme for 07/08). Yeah.

9. Students to truly appreciate their teachers and not turn into nasty devils who think teachers are there for them to play with. (Wake up lah!)
- Erm.. Wish under construction. Sorry for the inconvenience caused (to teachers). Indeed.

10. An authentic and deep hunger for the Word and the Lord's presence.
- Which I hope will grow on me and impassion me further for the following >> http://gbs2002.blogspot.com/

Such simple wants I have.
And YES, contrary to what you may believe, W.I.S.H.es do come true.

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爱的鼓励
(song no. 1)

Hey, 太阳会出现
只要给一次机会
心情一飞冲天
带你的烦恼Away
每一次在谷底跌倒
Ooh, 来一点高潮

Baby, 想给你爱的鼓励 Hey
在你需要的时候加油打气 Ho
Baby, 想给你爱的鼓励 Wusa
雨后还能有彩虹
别放弃
Oh
Hey, 太阳出现了
感谢你给我机会
心情哼出来是一首歌
让你听的好甜美


This is a nice song with an upbeat tempo that will, hopefully, lighten your mood. Its uplifting and jazzy and snazzy. The lyrics speak of the sun coming out after the rain, when the rainbow appears and troubles go away. One particular line says, "Everytime there is a valley, there will be a mountaintop." (something to this effect). So my 鼓励 to you is as what the song finally says - 别放弃! Press on, guyz! Yes, you can be discouraged by your prelims results, but only for awhile. Continue reaping and you will sow at the appointed time. WE are praying for you guyz! Our hope is in the Lord.

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Sunday, September 09, 2007

T H A N K Y O U , M A Y - A N N !
for giving my blog a timely makeover
for specially taking a photo of the nus park
i like it alot!
thank you!

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Monday, September 03, 2007

*flowers from 4E4 & percussion missing (sitting prettily on my table)
!Thank You!
God - for students, good and/or bad
Chuanmin, Dingwei, Enni, Huimin, Jiaxin, Jingning, Qiaohui, Qinfang, Xinying
Bingkun, Yijie
Junxuan, Songlin, Wenjin, Wenxian, 4E4
Weilin, Yinyou
Huijun
Aimei, Peiyun, Yanping, Jingxiong, Percussion
Kelvin, Sadrina
Ex-students who came back - it waz really gd to see you again
And every student who gave your well-wishes and blessings

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