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Friday, December 30, 2005
New Year is Coming

The New Year is looming ahead.

This is suppose to be the time when we ponder about how we did for the year, then make resolutions for the new year which we don't have any intention to keep anyway.

I can't really remember what resolutions I had last year, so I can't say whether or not I have kept them.

So, to prevent that from happening again next year, I shall keep my resolution short and sweet, so that it will be easy to remember:

Proverbs 3:3

Simple.

Anyway there's suppose to be some sort of gathering for my choir juniors tomorrow but I have no idea what it is about.

How come nobody liked Narnia!!? I thought it was fantastic! Better than Harry Potter, anyway. Let's see:

Narnia: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. 11 words. [+1]
Potter: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. 7 words. [0]

Narnia: Has talking beavers. [+1]
Potter: Has talking portraits [+0.5]

Narnia: Has magic. In fact, the whole freaking place is a magical realm. [+1]
Potter: Has magic. And muggles. [+1]

Narnia: Has no sexual scenes. [0]
Potter: Has Daniel Radcliffe topless. [-1]

Narnia: Has an army of rock-throwing wyverns and a flaming phoenix. [+1]
Potter: Has flying dragons and a phoenix. [+1]

Narnia: Has a talking lion resurrected upon a split stone table. [+1]
Potter: Has a dark wizard resurrected in an exploding cauldron. [+1]

Narnia: The lion looked good. [+1]
Potter: The dark wizard looked like crap. [0]

Narnia: Has a mega epic battle involving wolves, centaurs, goat-men and talking beavers. [+1]
Potter: Has a battle between a sickly-looking, crazy dark wizard and a 14-year-old boy who keeps running away. [0]

Narnia: Has a white witch that freezes enemies with her staff. [+1]
Potter: Has a dark wizard who kills with a 14-inch wand that shoot green sparks. [+1]

Narnia: Written by C.S. Lewis. [+2]
Potter: Written by J.K. Rowling. [-1]

Clearly, we have a winner!

Happy New Year, people. =)


{/3:44 PM}
me


Tuesday, December 27, 2005


In the 4th century, Constantine the Great decided that Christians should celebrate Nativity on the same date as the Roman pagans honoured their god of agriculture, Saturn.

Even though the date can be said to be chosen out of convenience, to more effectively entice Roman pagans to convert to Christianity, the purpose of the celebration is still meaningful, and should not be forgotten, no matter how commercialised Christmas may be now.

Not just commercialised, but capitalised, least so by the Christians themselves.

The season where the words "harvest", "target", "turnover", "converts" and such can be heard as often as "love", "grace", "forgiveness", "suffering".

Nonetheless, this Christmas has been rather eventful. Carolling brought mixed feelings. I can't say I'm extremely satisfied with the way things went but who am I to complain? A lot of things that I did not like, but can't say due to political correct-ness. But, thank God that there are still things to be happy about. Actually, people.

Huacheng, much thanks goes out to you. Amazing guy, relentless in enticing the juniors to join the alumni, lots of commitment.

Timo, seldom late for practices, finally somebody with leadership capabilities stepping in to help.

Sher, Stef, Angela, old women coming back to sing. Kidding!

Eugene, Benghee, for joining us and singing! HOPEFULLY will see you all around for Cantabile. Have fun in NS haha..

Serene, for joining almost all the practices and performances. It doesn't matter if you are going overseas for studies, the alumni still wants you =D

Mich, Ruixia, Shuxian, Cheryl, Ben, Thomas, for joining practice(s)!

Junjie, for sticking with us for so long =)

And last but not least, Feli, for coming for practices even though you couldn't perform.

See, the alumni is not doing that badly after all. I can see some hope for Cantabile '06.

Happy Christmas, everyone.



{/11:15 PM}
me


Wednesday, December 21, 2005


Where to begin...

Last Friday's practice was a mess. See, that's what you get when people just refuse to turn up for the same practices. Which means I've gotta teach those songs I've already taught at the last practice.

Do you know what are the most annoying kind of people you can get in the alumni? The kind that comes by at the last minute, attends the last practice, and then wants in on the performance. Worse, they then proceed to irritate the hell out of you during that last precious practice where you are trying to get everything together. For God's sake, at least have the decency to shut up while I'm teaching the other sections? Even after I've yelled at them they still don't get the hint. Basses. Go figure. These last minute people who only attended one practice do not deserve to perform, even if they know all their songs. Poor Feli practiced 2 days a week with us and don't even get to sing. So. Screw you. Keep your singing to your bathroom.

Saturday was BBQ at Sher's place. It was.. "meh". Like, on one hand it was nice seeing old faces again, but on the other hand I don't really have much to do with them anymore anyway, except HonSeng, who still indulges me (almost) every weekend. The food was alright, although it seemed as if I'm the only one constantly eating.

Sunday watched Budak Pantai concert with Sher and her friend. It was such a letdown. They sound worse than before. Even more out of tune, if that's even possible. Almost all old songs, save for I think 4. Which means, basically, that it was a waste of time, and if I had stayed at home listening to their CDs, I would have gotten almost the same program, which sounds better than their live singing. Hello, changing the title and adding witty narrative does not constitute "new" song. Even Michael's lame jokes are getting unbearable. Urgh. The worst part was the cost. $30.

After the show I met Feli to exchange presents, since she's off to Malaysia for Christmas. We had an early dinner and she went home for her beauty sleep while I went for my badminton game with my cousins.

Her gift for me was, for the record, fantastic. Diabetic cookies, diabetic peanut butter. How thoughtful! I must confess I am quite touched. Seldom has my friends been considerate with regards to my medical condition and food choices. Although I am partly to blame since I'm always showing the "I can eat anything bring it!" attitude. But, who doesn't care about his own health, really? I'm not asking for special attention just because I'm diabetic, but I think she's just the second person so far (minus family) to show this kind of thoughtfulness which I really missed. So Feli, it was nice of you =) Oh, the bookmark is a little difficult to use, seeing as how its so thick my book can't really close properly with it in the middle of it, but I'm using it anyway. I love your gifts (my stomach agrees), and it's probably the only one I'm getting this Christmas (minus family). So Thank You!

The last 2 days have been spent eaking up at 12+, eating brunch, and watching rented DVDs. I actually have my holiday cut short because my boss is on long MC until the end of the week. Which explains why I'm at work today. Sigh. Can't even clear leave in peace.

Oh well. It's kinda a good thing actually. More rest for the last week of the year. Hopefully somebody will date me for Narnia soon. Prod prod, hint hint.

I bought Christmas cards but I'm feeling lazier by the day to actually write something in them. The problem is, the more I think about it, the more people I feel I have to give a card to. I have only 9 cards left and I don't feel like buying more. Bah.

Oh, if anyone reading this feels like blessing me, I really feel like reading The Chronicles of Narnia. Yep.


{/10:25 AM}
me


Tuesday, December 13, 2005
More

Why is nobody interested in going to Verona? SIAN. LIKE THAT I HOW TO GO. =(

Anyway back to the presents...

(puts on Santa hat and robe)

5. Chin Yaw
How's University life, eh? I would have you know that Miss Lim is extremely disappointed that none of her protégés has joined her NTU Choir. How can like that! Anyway, you receive: Soccer Boots of Awesomeness. On equip, gives +10 strength, +10 agility, +15 accuracy, and +15 beauty. And, it has the bling-bling factor, and inspires fear in your opponents just by the look of it. Now you can mock them all: Drool, you mere mortals!

6. Benjamin
Ah. The brooding artist. You should sing more and draw less. Because I dislike artists, as a general rule. Because I can't draw to save my life. You receive: The One Tuning Fork. You notice some engravings on it; looks like letters. On closer inspection you realise it's just rust. You sense an immense power oozing from within it. You shiver in fear. In your mind, flashbacks of the torture-days of old, those brutal sectionals. You try to melt it in the fire, to get rid of it, but to no avail. You try to auction it off on e-Bay; nobody wants a dirty, old, out-of-tune tuning fork. You sigh in resentment, and place it in a prominent position in your house, as befit it's status as The Tuning Fork handed down from generations of Tenor SLs.

7. Thomas
Hello! I have an awesome gift for you. I'm sure you will like it. You receive: Life-size Night Elf Doll. Fully programmed for any activity imaginable. Role-playing manual included. Keep away from small children. Batteries not included.

(takes off Santa hat and robe)

I'm having an extremely lethargic day.


{/3:37 PM}
me


Monday, December 12, 2005
Christmas toys all over the place

Ah. The good old days where kids like myself really do get toys for Christmas.

13 days to Christmas. I don't have a wish-list. But since Christmas is a time for giving, here's a little something for everyone.

(Puts on Santa hat and robe)

1. Felicia
Ahh... My minesweeper buddy. =) I would have given you "The Complete Idoit's Guide to Minesweeper", but I don't think you need it. Instead, you receive: Talking CK portrait, Photoshopped Edition (to prevent late night scares). Think Harry Potter style. The purpose of which is to dish out praises whenever you require. Example:

You: Am I pretty?

Portrait: Yes.

You: Am I cute?

Portrait: Yes.

You: Do I look fat in this?

Portrait: Yes. (Oops)

You: #^&*$^#&^$@

Recommended usage: once a day. Excessive usage can lead to unexpected side effects such as bloated head and "floating in the air" sensations in the tummy. Note: The physical or verbal abuse of the Portrait is strictly prohibited in the event that the given reply is undesirable (see above example).

2. HonSeng
A pity that you couldn't join us for carolling this year! Oh well, there's always next year, during which you would be clearing leave already! I would have given you "Voucher for unlimited redemption of PS games", but I reckon you are already playing enough! Stop gaming and watch your msn screen once in a while! You receive: "Get out of outfield training free" card, 5 charges. Use it wisely, bro =)

3. Audrey
Hello there! My movie pal (together with her bro) for many a Saturdays lately. I would have given you a "The bearer is above the age of 18" card, for all those M18 shows that you are denied, but I figured you won't be needing it in another 2 months time. So, you receive: Bottle of "Elixar of Smackdown", tiny. For use on mortal enemies only. Use sparingly; anything in excess of 2 drops will cause mortal damage, which would really spoil all the fun. Enjoy!

4. Shermaine
Hmmm.... I originally wanted to give you a book of "1001 Sweet Nothings to Say to your Lover", but the thought of it being used was quite, er, disturbing. So instead, you receive: Complete DVD collection of [insert-anime-name-here]. Can't go wrong with that, I suppose. Hell, I'll throw in a bonus for old-time's sake: Idiot's Guide to Japanese: As Heard in Cookie-Cutter Anime Shows. Tada! Oh, and a DIY Popcorn Maker, to go with the DVDs. =)

(Takes off Santa hat and robe)

More when I think of them, or when I feel like it, or when I get less lazy, whichever comes first!


{/11:17 AM}
me