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Thursday, August 31, 2006

its 8am.. im in sch already waiting for morning lessons 2 start..
feels like a ghost town here.. im even earlier than the cleaner.. lol.

am watching the rain falling outside the window.. perfect weather 4 sleeping in!

have come to the conclusion tt its been a pretty bad wk 4 everyone.. not just me.. so im not alone. its a comforting thought.

looking forward 2 the weekend.....

need to keep up with my readings.
need to get started on assignments.
need sleep.
need chocolate.
need some retail therapy.
need more clothes.. new shoes.. a bag.. accessories.. etc etc etc

more like need to be more organised.

life shouldn't be this complicated.

im
stressed out
pissed off
tired
moody
&
irritated.

i wanna get away from all this.

will you be my escape?

Tuesday, August 29, 2006

for the past few days i've just been so busy i've hardly had time to breathe...
the workload keeps piling and piling..

but i have no one to blame but myself coz i let it accumilate..

so now im stuck with tons of deadlines to meet..

this sucks.

as a result of all this shit im taking it out on others.. it isnt right. i tried retail therapy as a stress reliever but what was so fucked up was that everything was so expensive i couldnt bear to part with the money.. so eventually i went home empty handed and mad at myself..

well i guess i couldnt really 'concentrate'.. kept thinking of all the work i'd have to get done once i got home..

am preparing myself for long hours of slogging. most of the assignments now are half done or havent even been touched yet.. im jumping from one to another coz i just cant afford to concentrate on one when so many are due at the same time... and i hate that cos i like to do things one at a time...

oh god look at me.. im rambling on and on... making no sense at all..
and successfully stressing myself out even further..

bear with me for being so self centered..

someone is pissed off with me right now.. and the feeling ain't good. i so wanna keep the peace. its my own wrong doing.. but i know its long reached the point where its 'sorry no cure'.. what can i do but just let things cool down.. hopefully it'll all work out in the end...

all these commitments are driving me nuts.. i know better now not to make promises cos at the rate im going ill probably not be able to keep them.. and that will only disappoint pple even more..

i dislike the new sch system. its supposed to give us more time to study but in fact its only made things worse.. im sure my classmates will agree with me.. i prefer the old system when its 2 modules in 2 months and then exams.. now its like 4 modules in 4 months then exams.. i mean too much time to study aint good either cos u tend to procrastinate. and even if you've studied by the time the exams come you've forgotten everything. in order to prevent this u gotta constantly revise ur work.. but how do u do that when u got so many assignments and so many modules?

i envy those pple with diplomas coz they get exempted from a lot of modules.. so while im doing 4 they only do 2..

arghhh.

well i gotta get back to my work now.. its gonna be a long day tmr.

SHOES OBSESSION!

buy these for me and i swear i'll love u forever . . .!!!








Monday, August 28, 2006

new blogskin! im lovin' it! so funky! and it can accomodate all my images :)

Tuesday, August 22, 2006

e-mail that i received. and all i can say is that i so totally agree! lol.


>>Men Are Just Happier People. What do you expect from
>>such simple creatures? Your last name stays put. The
>>garage is all yours. Wedding plans take care of
>>themselves. Chocolate is just another snack. You can
>>be President. You can never be pregnant. You can wear
>>a white T-shirt to a water park. You can wear NO shirt
>>to a water park. Car mechanics tell you the truth.
>>
>>The world is your urinal. You never have to drive to
>>another petrol station toilet because this one is just
>>too dirty. You don't have to stop and think of which
>>way to turn a nut on a bolt. Same work, more
pay.
>>Wrinkles add character. Wedding dress costs £1500. A
>>Tux rental is only £100.
>>
>>People never stare at your chest when you're talking
>>to them. The occasional well-rendered belch is
>>practically expected. New shoes don't cut, blister, or
>>mangle your feet. You have one mood all the time.
>>Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat. You
>>know stuff about tanks. A five-day vacation requires
>>only one suitcase. You can open all your own jars. You
>>get extra credit for the slightest act of
>>thoughtfulness. If someone forgets to invite you, he
>>or she can still be your friend.
>>
>>Your underwear is £7.00 for a three-pack. Three pairs
>>of shoes are more than enough. You almost never have
>>strap problems in public.
You are unable to see
>>wrinkles in your clothes. Everything on your face
>>stays its original colour.
>>
>>The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades. You
>>only have to shave your face and neck. You can play
>>with toys all your life. Your belly usually hides your
>>big hips. You need only one wallet and one pair of
>>shoes. You want only one colour for all seasons. You
>>can wear shorts no matter how your legs look! You can
>>"do" your nails with a penknife. You have freedom of
>>choice concerning growing a moustache.
>>
>>You can do Christmas shopping for 25 relatives on
>>December 24 in 25 minutes. You don't freak out when
>>you go to a party and see another man wearing the same
>>shirt, instead you become
buddies.
>>
>>
>>No WONDER men are happier...

Monday, August 21, 2006

i'm being hounded 2 update my blog. okay, okay. since i really have nothing to blog about (yes, my life is that uninteresting), here's a lil something 4 u pple to read. stole it off joanna's bloggie. i like doing this kinda stuff. lol.

Favourites.
colour: pink. but i like to combine it with black for clothes.
food: hasn't changed - still hokkien mee and chicken rice. oh and wantan mee too!
song: can't just choose one. mostly songs from nickelback's latest album.
movie: don't really have one.
sport: i don't like sports. but made to choose it'd be badminton. though god knows how long its been since i last played.
season: it's a tie between autumn and spring.
ice cream: VANILLA!!! strawberry is next.

Currents.
mood: bored
taste: milo (for breakfast)
desktop: emily the strange
toe nail colour: pink. which reminds me the last time i painted them was like 2 months ago. just too lazy la. haha.
surroundings: my bed. my wall of pictures.
thoughts: i wanna go out! and im still sick :(

Firsts.
best friend: this is embarassing.. i can't remember her name! i think it was natasha. when i was in pri sch.
crush: god..i really don't know. my earliest recollection was this cute sales assistant at gift land at junction 8 shopping centre. the shop closed down already. remember, joanna? lol.
movie: at a cinema? erm.. i think it was some disney movie.
lie: i really don't know.
music: mum singing to me. nursery rhymes.

Lasts.
cigarette: i don't smoke.
drink: home made barley.
car ride: does bus ride count? if not, dad's car to sch in the morning.
crush: not telling! but its so over now lol
movie: the break up, and see no evil
cd played: does my ipod count?

Have you ever:
dated one of your best friends: no. my best friends are all girls.
broken the law: littering? eating on public transport? lol.
been arrested: you're mad.
skinny-dipped: nope.
been on tv: yes. on channel U. but i never got to see it.
kissed someone you dont know: nope.

5 things you are wearing: undergarments (that makes 2 items already). clothes. hairband. ring. lol this is dumb.
4 things you done today: read the newspapers, made a phone call, sent out an sms, had breakfast.
3 things you can hear right now: mum getting lunch ready. dad playing around with the video cam. my own typing.
1 thing you do when you're bored: play with my phone.
5 ppl whom I want to do this thing: anyone who is willing to do this.


omg i love quizzes!!

You Have a Melancholic Temperament

Introspective and reflective, you think about everything and anything.
You are a soft-hearted daydreamer. You long for your ideal life.
You love silence and solitude. Everyday life is usually too chaotic for you.

Given enough time alone, it's easy for you to find inner peace.
You tend to be spiritual, having found your own meaning of life.
Wise and patient, you can help people through difficult times.

At your worst, you brood and sulk. Your negative thoughts can trap you.
You are reserved and withdrawn. This makes it hard to connect to others.
You tend to over think small things, making decisions difficult.


You Are 55% Left Brained, 45% Right Brained

The left side of your brain controls verbal ability, attention to detail, and reasoning.
Left brained people are good at communication and persuading others.
If you're left brained, you are likely good at math and logic.
Your left brain prefers dogs, reading, and quiet.

The right side of your brain is all about creativity and flexibility.
Daring and intuitive, right brained people see the world in their unique way.
If you're right brained, you likely have a talent for creative writing and art.
Your right brain prefers day dreaming, philosophy, and sports.


Your Love Element Is Earth

In love, you have consistency and integrity.
For you, love is all about staying grounded and centered.

You attract others with your zest for life and experiences.
Your flirting style is defined by setting the scene, creating a unique moment in time.

Steady progress and stability are the cornerstones of your love life.
You may take things too slowly, but you never put your heart at risk.

You connect best with: Fire

Avoid: Wood

You and another Earth element: need each other too much to build a good foundation


You Are Karamel Sutra

Plain on the outside, but once someone gets in, they're stuck


Your Love Style is Pragma

You believe love is logical - or at least it should be
You've thought a lot about what you want from someone
And to say you have a checklist would be an understatement
You may even have a plan for how you will fall in love
All you've got to do is meet the perfect person!


You Are An ISFJ

The Nurturer

You have a strong need to belong, and you very loyal.
A good listener, you excell at helping others in practical ways.
In your spare time, you enjoy engaging your senses through art, cooking, and music.
You find it easy to be devoted to one person, who you do special things for.

You would make a good interior designer, chef, or child psychologist.


Your Birth Month is March

You love life and exude an outgoing, cheerful vibe.
Blessed with a great sense of humor, you can laugh at adversity.

Your soul reflects: Respect, desire, and generosity

Your gemstone: Aquamarine

Your flower: Daffodil

Your colors: White and light blue


Your Blogging Type Is Thoughtful and Considerate

You're a well liked, though underrated, blogger.
You have a heart of gold, and are likely to blog for a cause.
You're a peaceful blogger - no drama for you!
A good listener and friend, you tend to leave thoughtful comments for others.


Your Personality Is

Guardian (SJ)


You are sensible, down to earth, and goal oriented.
Bottom line, you are good at playing by the rules.

You tend to be dominant - and you are a natural leader.
You are interested in rules and order. Morals are important to you.

A hard worker, you give your all at whatever you do.
You're very serious, and people often tell you to lighten up.

In love, you tend to take things carefully and slowly.

At work, you are suited to almost any career - but you excel in leadership positions.

With others, you tend to be polite and formal.

As far as looks go, you are traditionally attractive. You take good care of yourself.

On weekends, you tend to like to do organized activities. In fact, you often organize them!


You Are 20% Boyish and 80% Girlish

Even if you're not a girl, you're very feminine.
You're in touch with your feelings, and your heart rules you.
A bit of a emotional roller coaster, one moment you're up and the next you're down.
But no matter what, you try to be as cute and perky as possible.


You Are 47% Selfish

You are quite balanced. You are able to compromise when it's in the best interests of those involved.
But you're no pushover. If something is important to you, you'll get it!


The Keys to Your Heart

You are attracted to those who are unbridled, untrammeled, and free.

In love, you feel the most alive when things are straight-forward, and you're told that you're loved.

You'd like to your lover to think you are optimistic and happy.

You would be forced to break up with someone who was emotional, moody, and difficult to please.

Your ideal relationship is lasting. You want a relationship that looks to the future... one you can grow with.

Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment.

You think of marriage as something precious. You'll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred.

In this moment, you think of love as commitment. Love only works when both people are totally devoted.


You Are 32% Happy

You're not miserable, but you could stand to be a lot happier.
Focus on what's right in the world, and you'll be happier than you ever thought possible.


Your Ideal Relationship is Serious Dating

You're not ready to go walking down the aisle.
But you may be ready in a couple of years.
You prefer to date one on one, with a commitment.
And while chemistry is important, so is compatibility.


Your EQ is 120

50 or less: Thanks for answering honestly. Now get yourself a shrink, quick!
51-70: When it comes to understanding human emotions, you'd have better luck understanding Chinese.
71-90: You've got more emotional intelligence than the average frat boy. Barely.
91-110: You're average. It's easy to predict how you'll react to things. But anyone could have guessed that.
111-130: You usually have it going on emotionally, but roadblocks tend to land you on your butt.
131-150: You are remarkable when it comes to relating with others. Only the biggest losers get under your skin.
150+: Two possibilities - you've either out "Dr. Phil-ed" Dr. Phil... or you're a dirty liar.


You are 60% Pisces


The Movie Of Your Life Is A Cult Classic

Quirky, offbeat, and even a little campy - your life appeals to a select few.
But if someone's obsessed with you, look out! Your fans are downright freaky.

Your best movie matches: Office Space, Showgirls, The Big Lebowski


You Are 36% Open Minded

You aren't exactly open minded, but you have been known to occasionally change your mind.
You're tolerant enough to get along with others who are very different...
But you may be quietly judgmental of things or people you think are wrong.
You take your own values pretty seriously, and it would take a lot to change them.


What Your Face Says

At first glance, people see you as warm and well-balanced.

Overall, your true self is reserved and logical.

With friends, you seem dramatic, lively, and quick to react.

In love, you seem mysterious and interesting.

In stressful situations, you seem sad and helpless.






You Are A Realistic Romantic


You are more romantic than 70% of the population.






It's easy for you to get swept away by romance...
But you've done a pretty good job keeping perspective.
You're still taken in by love poems and sunsets
You just don't fall for every dreamy pick up line!








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 "Dizzy and Giddy"

John Kerry







You Are Right Brained In Love

Bit of a drama queen
Peacemaker, first to end a fight
Good at thinking up creative dates
Tend to fall in love and get hurt easily
Going with your gut instead of your head
Emphathetic and caring, sometimes to a fault
Good at recognizing patterns in relationships
Been in love many times, perhaps too many to count
Wildly passionate and intense when falling in love
Spontaneous with relationships, going with the flow
Overly visual - can play back past dates like movies in your mind
Roses, love poems, and stuffed animals are a good start to winning your heart

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

hmm.. what should i write? have not had much 2 update lately. and another wk of lectures and tutorials has begun again 4 me. oh, the monotony of it all!

my fellow friends who have just begun uni..FEEL MY PAIN!! haha!

so yesterday was class outing. managed 2 successfully persuade eugene, dominic and zhe zhang 2 go.. which miss audrey seetoh "forgot" 2 mention.. ahem. lol.

11 pple altogether. unfortunately, everyone zao off after lunch. oh well.. its in town la.. what can u expect?

i dont suppose the guys wanna follow the girls window shopping or anything? anyway it was just me and aud left coz LZ and andrea zao off first, which i thought would be awkward anyway.

wonder when's the next time we'll have another of these outings? actually i think more pple could have gone.. aiyah. next time, next time.

Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Papillio shoes obsession!!!

Especially the pink, flowery and sweet ones. coz im girly! so can't be helped. now feast ur eyes!!

Sunday, August 06, 2006

NEWS JUST IN............

i got HIGH DISTINCTION and DISTINCTION for my 1st 2 module examinations!!!!!!!!!!

i only just found out that the results were posted online.. im DAMN SLOW la shit!!

BUT ANYWAY!!! OMG i cant believe it, coz i thot i totally screwed up 1 of the modules.. i mean, its like everyone was writing PAGES 4 their essays and i only wrote like 3/4pg for each qn?? so i thot tts it.. im gone. but what the hell.. end up getting distinction 4 tt paper!!!

truly, there must have been some divine intervention.

IM SO HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO PLEASE EXCUSE ME IF U FIND THIS TOO SHOW-OFFY. i seriously cannot get over it!

i hope im able 2 maintain 4 my other modules...! really not sure on the stats exam tt i just took though.. tt one didnt have short ans qns 2 save me.. it was all mcqs.. so u either get it right or wrong..

i suppose i was lucky and got a lenient marker. but from what i heard, they're not sending our exam scripts back 2 australia 4 marking.. and its gonna be marked locally from now onwards. so we'll see.

right now i just wanna CELEBRATE!!!!!!

WHOOT!!!!!!!!!

i love nickelback!!


Confusing stars for satellites
I never dreamed that you'd be mine
But here we are, we're here tonight

Singing Amen, Im alive
Singing Amen, Im alive

If everyone cared and nobody cried
If everyone loved and nobody lied
If everyone shared and swallowed their pride
We'd see the day when nobody died

And Im singing
Amen I, Im alive
Amen I, Im alive

And in the air the fireflies
Our only light in paradise
We'll show the world they were wrong
And teach them all to sing along

Singing Amen Im alive
Singing Amen Im alive

If everyone cared and nobody cried
If everyone loved and nobody lied
If everyone shared and swallowed their pride
We'd see the day when nobody died

And as we lie beneath the stars
We realize how small we are
If they could love like you and me
Imagine what the world could be

If everyone cared and nobody cried
If everyone loved and nobody lied
If everyone shared and swallowed their pride
We'd see the day when nobody died

- Nickelback : If everyone cared -

Friday, August 04, 2006

i swear, national library is CURSED.