URGH~
I'm down with flu and throat inflammation... And the doctor told me go back again next week so that he can confirm whether I have a super-duper-ultra sensitive nose... Good grief... Every time I go to a doctor's, some new illness crop up...
And after PE yesterday, I'm having muscle ache around my tummy and rib cage... So I'm trying hard not to laugh or sneeze... And with a flu, the latter action is especially difficult to prevent... Haizz...
My teeth will start chattering when it gets too cold...
So imagine my embarrassment when my teeth started chattering loudly during band prac today... Had to cover my mouth until the air-cons were finally turned off... Gosh... Imagine the temperature then...
Nothing much else to say today...
除了《花样少年少女》超好笑！哈哈……
Oh yeah, maybe I'll consider the music career option that conductor talked about...
And I did a bunch of quizzes after chancing upon Swee Jin's blog... =D
Here goes:Your Luck Quotient: 62%
You have a high luck quotient.
More often than not, you've felt very lucky in your life.
You may be randomly lucky, but it's probably more than that.
Optimistic and open minded, you take advantage of all the luck that comes your way.You Are 28% Shy
You are slightly shy, but overall, your reactions to social situations are normal.
You dread difficult social situations, but you still handle them with grace.You're Totally Sarcastic
You sarcastic? Never! You're as sweet as a baby bunny.
Seriously, though, you have a sharp tongue - and you aren't afraid to use it.
And if people are too wimpy to deal with your attitutde, then too bad. So sad.You Belong in Fall
Intelligent, introspective, and quite expressive at times...
You appreciate the changes in color, climate, and mood that fall brings
Whether you're carving wacky pumpkins or taking long drives, autumn is a favorite time of year for youYou Are 62% Peaceful
You are a very peaceful person. All is good in your world, no matter what's going on.
Occasionally you let your problems get to you, but you generally remain upbeat.
Your inner strength is inspirational - much more so than you may realize.If You Were Born in 2893...
Your Name Would Be: Iara Ardv
And You Would Be: The Destroyer of EarthYou Are Fairly Skeptical
You're not the type of person who will fall for anything...
But you do keep your mind open to all sorts of possibilities.
You figure that anything could be true. After all, the world is a strange place.
However, you're going to need some convincing before you can believe in aliens or reincarnation!You Passed 8th Grade Math
Congratulations, you got 10/10 correct!Your World View
You are a cautious type, neutral, and rather insecure.
You would agree with the idea that everybody has his price...
And in your own case it would not be high.
You are ruled by an inferiority complex and not easy to assess.
How do you present yourself to the world?
An idealist, a moralist, a conformist keeping up with the Joneses?You Have Your Emotions in Check
You are an incredibly stable and happy person.
Ever consider being a therapist?
You have figured out how to keep a positive outlook, no matter what.
You don't have an easier life than anyone else. You just have figured things out a little more.The Part of You That No One Sees
You are balanced, peaceful, and sincere.
You're the type of person who goes along to get along.
And you're definitely afraid of rocking the boat.
Underneath it all, you fear your world falling apart.
You'll put up with a situation that you don't like in fear of changing it.
Disruptive and forceful people intimidate you - and sometimes exploit you.Your Personality is Somewhat Rare (ENFP)
Your personality type is enthusiastic, giving, cautious, and loyal.
Only about 8% of all people have your personality, including 9% of all women and 6% of all men
You are Extroverted, Intuitive, Feeling, and Perceiving.What Your Hands Say About You
You are logical, analytical, and rational. You have good verbal skills.
Bold and daring, you're not afraid to change your life if you think it needs an overhaul.
Consistent and reliable, you like to count on structure and routine in your life.
Your emotions tend to be nervous and potent. Your energy - both positive and negative - deeply impacts your life.You Are Not Destined to Rule the World
You are destined for something else...
Like inventing a new type of cupcake.
You just don't have the stomach for brutality.
But watch out - because many people do!You Follow Your Heart
You're romantic, sentimental, and emotional.
You tend to fall in (and out of) love very quickly.
Some may call you fickle, but you can't help where your emotions take you.
You've definitely broken a few hearts, but you're not a heartbreaker by nature.
Your intentions are always good, even if they change with the windWhat Your Dreams Mean...
Your dreams seem to show that you're a bit disturbed... but nothing serious.
You may have a problem you're trying to work out in your sleep.
Overall, you are very content in your life.
Your dreams tend to reflect your insecurities.
You have a very vivid imagination and a rich creative mind.You Are 30% Borderline
You're a little moody, but you probably don't have a borderline personality.
Everyone has their ups and downs. Just don't make too much of them.The True You
You want your girlfriend or boyfriend to be together with you always, no matter when or where.
With respect to money, you are a bit stingy.
You think good luck depends on maintaining good relationships with others.
The hidden side of your personality tends to be satisfied to care for things with a minimal amount of effort.
You have a tendency to overdo things, but basically you value your friendships highly.
When it comes to finding a romantic partner, you will search and search until you find your perfect match.You Are Quite Worldly
You've done a good bit of worldly exploring, and you have an international perspective.
And you're definitely looking forward to your future adventures abroad.
You've got the passport, the desire to travel, and maybe even the language skills.
Now all you need are the means!In 1991 (the year you were born)
George H.W. Bush is president of the US
The US and its allies launch an air attack on Iraq to being liberating Kuwait
In a ground war that lasts just 100 hours, the US easily defeats the Iraqi army in Kuwait
The case against Oliver North is "terminated" with all Iran-Contra charges dropped
The US Senate approves the nomination of Clarence Thomas, after investigating an allegation of sexual harassment
A brush fire destroys over 3000 homes in Oakland, California
Tim Berners-Lee introduces the web browser
An amateur video captures the beating of Rodney King by Los Angeles police officers
Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer is arrested after the remains of 11 men and boys are found in his Milwaukee, Wisconsin apartment
The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics officially ceases to exist
Linus Torvalds releases the Linux kernel
Sonic the Hedgehog is released for the Sega Genesis in North America
Minnesota Twins win the World Series
New York Giants win Superbowl XXV
Pittsburgh Penguins win the Stanley Cup
Terminator 2: Judgment Day is the top grossing film
Nirvana's Nevermind, led by the surprise hit single "Smells Like Teen Spirit", is the most popular album of the year
"Everything I Do (I Do It For You)" by Bryan Adams spends the most time at the top of the US charts
Britney Spears appears on Star Search
Home Improvement premieresYou Are 4% Spoiled
You are definitely not spoiled. You've worked hard for what you have.
Down to earth and grounded, you don't need a lot to make you happy.You Are a Funny Gift Giver
Your gifts are wacky, offbeat, and even borderline naughty.
You prefer to give a gift that makes someone crack up...
Forget utility. You prefer to give something that's totally hilarious.You Should Have Been Born Under:
Your most comfortable inside your head - and often daydream the day away.
You have an artistic temperament that makes you seem creative to some, eccentric to others.
You avoid conflict at all costs, and you have a difficult time with relationships.
Attractive and with good manners, you tend to shine in social situations.
You are most compatible with a Pig or Rabbit.You Are 57% Perfectionist
No one would call you a perfectionist, but you definitely have a side of you that strives to be perfect.
Try to see your mistakes as learning experiences, and don't be so hard on yourself when you screw up!You Are "Kiss" Your Pride Quotient: 20%
You the furthest thing from prideful - truly humble.
You don't consider anyone or anything beneath you.Your Dominant Intelligence is Musical Intelligence
Every part of your life has a beat, and you're often tapping your fingers or toes.
You enjoy sounds of all types, but you also find sound can distract you at the wrong time.
You are probably a gifted musician of some sort - even if you haven't realized it.
Also a music lover, you tend to appreciate artists of all kinds.
You would make a great musician, disc jockey, singer, or composer.You Are 32% Intuitive
You're definitely an intuitive person, but you never go on your gut alone.
You tend to be more analytical than intuitive - possibly because your intuition has failed you in the past.
When you don't have enough facts to make a decision, you don't mind listening to your gut to figure out what to do.Your Attitude is Better than 55% of the Population
You have a positive attitude... somtimes. You prefer to see the world through clear glasses, not rose colored ones.You Are Surrealism
Dreamy and idealistic, you've created a world that is all your own.
It's very likely that you've either dabbled in drugs or are naturally trippy.
You are always trying to push beyond the boundaries of your culture and society.
You believe that art, love, and freedom can change the world.You Have Good Karma
In general, you like to do the right thing when it comes to others.
Your caring personality really shines through.
Sure, you have your moments of weakness - and occasionally act out.
But, all in all, you're karma is good... even with those few dark spots.You Are Somewhat Logical
Ok, so didn't get the majority of questions right
But you did answer some pretty tough questions correctly
Logic may not be your strong point, but you hold your own!Your Personality Cluster is Introverted Thinking
You are:
Objective, honest, and credible
Intellectually curious, with many diverse interests
More inclined toward ideas than people
Fiercely independent and unapologetically unconventionalYour English Skills:
Grammar: 80%
Punctuation: 80%
Spelling: 60%
Vocabulary: 20%
Uh... All I can say is that most of them are crappy and I just wasted my time... Haha...
Ok... I've been neglecting this blog for awhile... Lots of reasons (and even more excuses), but I won't go into that... I'm just glad that the skin's ok again... After all the trouble I went through...
Anyway, watched Titoudao after band today... I must say it's quite different from films and tv shows... As in, in those, all you see is glam and bling, everyone's (who's supposed to be beautiful) beautiful, glamourous, and those that're not supposed to be are still presentable, nice and all... You know, all the way from shoes, clothes, makeup, accessories to wigs... But what I saw in Titoudao was more... Realistic... Practical and convenient even... I'm not sure how to put it into words, but it took me some time to get used to it... After all, this is the first time I watch a stage production... Yeah, never saw any plays, musicals, dances onstage other than those in schools... Kinda sad, but that's the truth... Haha... But after watching, I'm fascinated and won't rule out watching more... Yup...
And I find a need to complain, complain and complain: IT DOESN'T FEEL ONE BIT LIKE HOLIDAY!!! YAARRRGGGGHHHHHH!!!
Phew! Long time no blog! Haha... 'Cos of some *ahem* problems (my newly-installed firewall basically bprotected me from accessing the internet initially) and also I didn't really have time to go online...
But so much interesting stuff happened since I last blogged... So I shall start from last Saturday!
Saturday, February 10
The first time I participated in Flag Day... And if I can help it, the last... The whole class (who were present that day) alighted at Orchard MRT Station but went in groups or pairs to different parts of Orchard... Me, Germaine and Varruna started at the entrance of the station... But after awhile, we moved inside, standing outside the, erm, doors of the actual MRT 'area'... Then I wandered off to the passage/tunnel linking the station to outside... Yeah... We spent hours there.... Oh man... That day was the first time in my life so many people ignored me or avoided me... There was an area of about 1m of empty space around me the whole time... People would try to walk around me, behind me etc... Most commuters pretty much pretended that I wasn't there... What this lady told me when she dropped coins into my tin can during a particularly horrendous hour summed up everything: "So many people around, but nobody sees you huh"... YYYeeeeesssssssss! I think I'll go nuts if I do this every single day... I know they've been bugged by students wherever they go... But really, they could've declined or just acknowledge my existance with a nod, shake or smile... I wounldn't mind that... But not everone's like that... Some donated when I approached... Others came up to me themselves... Most donated for the charity (though only a few asked what they're donating for) but I've got this weird feeling that a small handful donated 'cos they pitied me... For example, there's this man with greying hair, who's been watching me from quite a distance away since I parked myself at that particular spot, suddenly came up to me after like 45 mins, dropped a handful of coins into the can, smile, patted my shoulder and walked away... Yeah, I was a bit shocked... But somehow felt more encouraged... But it was very, very tiring... so we switched place, to this area outside some high-end 'shops' with a fabulous, big carpark... It was more relaxing, more breezy, less suffocating than the previous location... And less human traffic... But I was worn out so I rooted myself to a spot and didn't walk around... In terms of %, I think more people donated... Maybe 'cos we're the first ones they see... So I was taking it easy when I heard somebody practically scream my name from behind me... I wheeled around-- lo and behold, it was my juniors! Such coincidence, no? A lot more funny stuff happened, but I think if I continue to ramble on, I won't be able to finish this... So moving on--
Sunday, February 11
I checked my inbox and saw the email informing me that I'vr been selected for the CBT of Granado Espada!!! WOOTS!!!
Monday, February 12
For the first time in this 4 years, I was late for school... Technically... 'Cos the bus broke down and we were excused... Fortunately... 测验（一）during the first period, right after I rushed up to class... (**)''' Oh and we went for SYF rehearsal in SCH... Its the first time I saw Miss Sia in a few months and she made me (and the entire section) blow my/our lungs our... But I think we played quite ok... Hui Min gave me a lift home from school and I managed to reach home at about 10... Feeling dead...
Tuesday, February 13
Geog Test (TT)
Wednesday, February 14
Valentine's Day!!! Thanks to everyone who gave me something! You know, I was thinking that nowadays, saying "I don't celebrate Valentine's Day because I love him/her every single day" or something along that line is as cliche as specially taking time to celebrate Valentine's with him/her... Don't know why, but it just is...
Thursday, February 15
EL timed assignment during EL period... And Harmony Test and I missed the final CNY rehearsal...
Friday, February 16
CNY celebrations in school! 4C performed and I'm happy to say many found our skit very funny! Yay! Extra credits to Bao Hui and Wei Ting... They really, really did alot alot alot to make the skit successful... *applause* Anyway, went to pick up the Granado Esapada game client at Hougang Mall with Hui Min after school... Whoopi! Then we went to shop for t-shirts that're not dark-coloured and suits Hui Min's taste... Finally found 2 at Bugis... Very rewarding experience... Haha... Glad she liked them...
And finally, TODAY
Went to the temple at Toa Payoh this morning... Weird how it's so hot outside but so cool inside... Sadly, it also fell to commercialism and one corner which used to house a big fugurine of a deity has been renovated into a shop selling titbits... A pity, really... Considering the temple to be nearly a hundred (or even more)... Had reunion dinner... Same as last year, and the year before that... But quite nice all the same... And I recieved this sweet SMS from an old friend, ex-classmate：
难忘的是你我纯洁的友情，可贵的是永远不变的真情，高兴与你今生有缘，献上我最温馨的祝福，祝你新年愉快
I don't know how many people got this particular SMS, but it sounded sincere, all the more so considering that we haven't really kept close contact for the past few months...
Oh yeah, got an A2 for my O level Chinese... Not exactly happy but it could be worse... So I'm pretty much ok with it...
What a long post! I shall end now--
小女子在此祝贺大家新年快乐，心想事成！
Happy Chinese New Year!
Must've had one whiff too many of ammonia during chem lab lesson today... That odour's still lingering in my nose... Maybe I need to go sniff some perfume... And start sneezing... Urgh... Speak of sensitive nose... Someone, please, warn me to stay away from the test tube containing ammonia gas next time when I unstopper it... Yeah, baka me somehow forgot that the test tube was fuming with pungent ammonia gas when I unstoppered it to wash up... O_o
Anyway, during Amaths test today, Gackt's Redemption kept playing and replaying in my head... Yikes... Very distracting... Especially when I'm trying to make sense of the permutation/combination question... But yet, I miraculously can't remember the tune after that...
And finally, I am soooo not looking forward to Friday... =[
I'm taking my Grade 8 piano practical next year instead of this year... Kinda disappointed, but yeah, gotta admit it, I won't be able to finish everything that's required within 5 months... And I'd rather get a distinction instead of just a pass... Obviously, my parents weren't that happy either... But I'm still taking my theory come March...
Anyway, I just came to know about this MMORPG called Granado Espada, which got me very interested... Pity it's a closed beta test... Didn't stop me from signing up though... Haha...
And finally, do you know that I'm getting back my 'O' level Chinese result this Friday??
And I won't deny that I'm scared...
Very, very scared
EDIT: Playing around with Radioblog, but realised that the music'd be cut off once you navigate away from the intro page... It'll be like that for now... But I'll try to do something about it when I have time...
Oh. My. Gosh.
Today's puppet show for assembly was just so fascinating!! I mean, for someone whose knowledge of puppetry was limited to wayang kulit and those characters at Sesame Street, it was truely an eye-opener... And coincidentially, our music teacher mentioned about marionette yesterday, but to all her students' confusion... Haha...
Speaking of that, I nearly left my entire homework file at St Nicks ytd... Luckily I realised before the school closed... Phew...
Anyway, back to today... Argumentative TA, Chem SPA... All I can say is: yikes
Up next week:
Monday - Bio SPA
Tues - Unseen TA
Wedn - Chem, Amaths
Thurs - Haydn + Listening test
Eeyer... =[
It's downright weird... Ok, maybe not so... More like nostalgic actually...
Picture this--
After Bio remedial, I was walking to the bus stop myself... Halfway through, when I was just outside the the gate of the primary school, lots primary school pupils suddenly spilled out from within the compound... Checked my watch- 3:30-and realised that that's the usual time remedial and CCAs end in primary school...
I walked on, amidst the chatter... Once out of the school gate, some boys immediately dashed for the school bus... Other pupils walked calmly towards it but talked very animatedly ... Others turned and headed for the bus stop... Over the din, I heard, to my utter amusement, the cute, often-used-in-primary-school phrase: "If you make me again you like Tabita!!" I turned and saw two boys pouting at each other...
Haha... That brought back a whole chunk of memories... Adorable, weren't we... Such a scary threat... "If you [name of action] me again, you like/love [name of classmate of the opposite gender]!"
Anyway I walked on... This time, coming from directly behind me: "You don't believe I can run faster than you?" And then without any warning, a whole drove of boys dashed at top speed past me... Quite similar to what memories I had of my primary school fun... Haha...
Then as I approached the traffic lights, a very, very familiar scene loomed in front of me: A girl was chasing a boy around the traffic light post, her water bottle held in one head, ready to strike... After about 2 more rounds, the boy went, "Ok, ok, sorry, won't do again" and walked off gleefully... And the girl? With a "I've won" triumphant look on her face, she spun round and crossed the road... 0OoOps... I saw this kind of scene happening about 4 times a day when I was still in my co-ed primary school... =]
Then I realised that all these stuff happened to me 3 to 5 years ago... So much time passed in the blink of an eye huh...
Yay! Finally, my blog is up again!
I only realised that my blog was blank yesterday when I went to check after making the last post... And the worse thing is that I don't even know when it was down... Poh Sin tagged on the 17th so it was ok then... I went to have a look on the 18th and it was still ok... So when did it come down? Hmmm... Oh, and the worst thing is that there's a grand total of 6 people who visited my blog from the 18th till today morning... Urgh... Sorry about that... I didn't have time to fix it yesterday night...
Anyway, I'm not surprised that something like that happened... 'Cos I'm always fiddling around with the template codes and adding stuff that I thought were interesting... Must have accidentally deleted something important in the process...
Speaking of interesting blog add-ons, I had to remove 2 of them 'cos they just don't match the new blogskin... Firstly, this cool digital clock look-a-like that I now have no idea where to get it from and what it's called (but I'll try to find out soon)... Next is the cute cat that used to sit on the top left hand side of my blog and if you click it, it'll follow your mouse no matter where it is... Haha... That one can be gotten from here...
I think that's about all for today... I shan't talk about school, cos like Tanya said, I was pretty dead the whole day... Yup~
It was rain and shine (at the same time) on Friday...
Then yesterday, it was basically raining elephants and giraffes when I came home from piano lesson... I was holding an umbrella yet I was wet up till my knees... Grrr...
Today was somewhat dry and cool... But then again, I didn't really step out of the house...
Hopefully, it'd be rain tomorrow... Heehee...
Anyway, I just finished reading a translation of Jihaku [Confessions] by Gackt, translated by Gerald Terrant, here... After realising that more than one of the pple around me find him/his songs great, reading up a bit about him, watching a few MVs on Youtube and listening to some songs on Radioblog, I just had to read his autobiography... Kinda drawn by his eccentric and unpredictable behaviour... And his pretty face... Haha... But anyway, the autobiography is rather readable, and does give some insight to his behaviour and childhood... But will seem absolutely rubbishy to non-fans... [read: I am a fan (^^)v]
Okay, I really should be finishing up with homework now... Hectic week up ahead, complete with tests and extra lessons... Haizz...
One more thing: I'm really missing Get Backers now... (T-T)
