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October 18 Mom, the greatest!I watched a documentary on Nat Geo recently. The programme started off showing many excited visitors climbing on a boat for whale-watching excursion at Monterey Bay, California. Then the narator started to explain how Gray Whale travel more than 22,000km annually, the longest known migration for any mammal. The group of visitors later found themselves witnessing very shocking scene where a group of 12 orcas (killer whale) attacking a huge Gray Whale and her calf. The orcas were so aggresive and repeatedly ram on the mother gray whale and tried to drown the calf. The calf was injured, wounded and bleeding. The mother gray whale didn't gave up. She used all her strength to fend off the attack (mind you, she didn't eat for 1 month, she practically starving). I hold my breath as I watched when the sea water turned red. If I have the might, I will save both mother and calf. But, this is nature. Like it or not, in the animal world, it is a survival of the fittest. I thought orcas loves tuna and seals but eating baby whale? That's new to me.
Ok, not to digress, back to the show. The whole situation looks bleak for mother gray and calf. After witnessing the scuffle for about 3 hours, the boat captain decided to sail back leaving many visitors red-eyed, tear-stained face, overwhelmed and sad. Many wonder the fate of both mother and calf. The show went on. The experts had been filming the whole scene and investigated the attack. Mother gray took a chance to escape. With her remaining strength, she attempted to push her calf nearer to shore. Orca doesn't like shallow water. She succeeded! She succeeded!! phew!!! At last, the orcas gave up, left empty handed and hungry.
Although badly wounded, both mother gray and calf survived. I cried with happiness! I was so overwhelmed by this 35 tons of mammal that has such strong, never-dying maternal instinct to protect her calf. The scene was captured in May 2004, Mother's Day. I was so moved by this documentary thus, my entry of today for this story.
 P/s : The programme called Predator CSI : Killer Whale Attack October 13 Ah .. a good great day!Not that something special happen today. Day passed as usual and looks like I've sorted out something knotty that clouded my head for this while. I'm happy! :) yay! Will touch on that in next entry.
I'm such a sucker for National Geographic, Animal Planet, The History Channel and Discovery Channel programme. I have been learning new things from these channels and realised that how little I know about the universe, history, animals and science! I do know these channels have their flaws in providing best correct information to the audience, but I just love all their awesome programme. Yes, 2-thumbs up for it. Definitely a must have in every household. Guess what, I don't feel guilty to spend too much time watching tv especially when I decided to rot at home. hahahaa ..
The Discovery Channel has a new advert which is very cool. Their song is witty and I like the idea to use their presenters to sing that song. You can enjoy it here at Youtube. I love the mountains, I love the clear blue skies, I love big bridges, love when great whites fly, I love the whole world and all its sights and sounds ..Boom de ya da! boom de ya da! ...  October 02 Joyous MomentOh .. I have not really write a follow-up on such an unhappy entry dated September 21. No sunshine as yet and I barely surviving. My health is affected. I lost appetite, lost interest in things I enjoyed doing and having constant headache. I hope I'm not having depression.
I try to think about happy joyous moment. Do I have any? Hrmm .. yeah, my recent trip back to Malaysia. I went to Cameron Highlands. I love the weather, the air, the company, the crowd, the hike and especially the tea plantation. I fell in love with its picturesque green landscape and cool weather. I'm seriously thinking to purchase a place there as part of my retirement plan.
My work trip to Germany. The bunch of office guys are so witty and crazy. They made me laugh so hard. I missed those moments though.
*yawn .. sleepy.. to be continued ..  September 28 Singapore F1 Night RaceI understand why men love fast cars. Singapore has its first ever, most hype event, the F1 night race today. I followed through the race live today from national tv. And wow .. it was a very interesting and nail biting race. Now, I proud to say I know who is who, what is what .. about F1. I don't think we, the normal folks can ever comprehend how one will feel behind the wheels, cramp and hot cockpit that required constant high alert driving the super fast car that can crash in split seconds if you're not careful.
Aside the driver himself, I amazed by those technical crews that can fix a tyre or fill the tank in less than 10 secs. Ferrari rans to really bad luck during this race. Both members didn't do very well and I bet they will remember Singapore well for this race. Errmmm... I wonder if there any woman F1 driver. That will be very cool!  September 21 Life and Equity ..I wonder, whether life have equity? What equity means in the first place? Commonly, Equity refers to economics, stocks and shares. What are the other meaning refer to Equity? Following the English Common Law, it also referred as natural justice. In simpler term, it is something we called "Fairness".
Recently, I have not been treated fairly in my work and in my personal relationship. I faced many challenges both work and personal life. What am I going to do about it? Life is never a bed of roses .. ever so far for me. Can I just conclude that life is never fair as far I'm concerned? But, looking at broader term, I shouldn't conveniently make such a statement. To look deeper on , life is good to me and I don't lack of good ppl in my life but why is that I'm not happy?
I'm so affected by the current development that pushed me to make some important decisions today. Some said, I'm too emotional, rash and asked me to cool down. The decision is long overdue and I have to put all time consuming, nonsensical thoughts/actions a stop. It's enough, it's done and it's over. What good does it bring to me if I kept holding on? Situation won't change, old issues kept re-surfacing with no remedy. Quick fixes? Naw.. that won't work. It has been always, always a raw nerve, open wound. So, expectations are not met, parties are never in the same page, speaking the same language or sharing the same aspirations. What good can come out from such associations? It's a doom case. I'm not a quitter but I think this time, I have given up for better or for worse. I naively thought, as long I sincerely putting in effort, it will bring me somewhere, but realised that I'm going no where, I had been marching on the same spot! Yes, I have decided to give it all up. If I can never change the world, so I have to change myself. I must and I will.
Thinking aloud, if we believe in Karma, life is indeed always fair. That's make whole lot better. :) Why should I feel so down? I may have a bad stormy day today, I know for sure, the sun will shine tomorrow. If its not tomorrow, I'm sure it will be tomorrow's tomorrow.. Cheers! September 02 A RetreatI had a retreat last weekend. It was about work. I have to fulfill set of agreed objectives. I didn't actually meet the expectations as it was simply crazy to accomplish such impossible tasks. It requires good teamwork and true partnership to tackle such daunting tasks.
Anyway, I enjoyed myself very much. The weather was better than days before. We're having wet days, moonson period I think. I have the opportunity to take a stroll at a garden, smell the morning air, wonderful sighting of flowers and trees and a good breakfast. I was told to get hot food in the morning. Fried noodle or rice in the morning? No thanks. I'm happy to stick to my routine on either a bowl of nutty cereal, juice and bread.
I wished it was an overseas affair. Away from this buzzling city working life, out of sight of any computers, internet connection or any need to entertain colleagues. I wish for such day. A vacation!  August 20 Ghost MonthJust as Halloween is for Americans, the ‘Hungry Ghost Festival’ is for the Chinese. For those who have never heard of this festival, just google for it. You will know what what I'm talking about.
Ok, here what I got from some site : Hungry Ghost festival is a popular occasion that is taken very seriously by the Chinese. This festival that falls on the 7th month of the lunar New Year is celebrated mainly in China and other countries like Singapore & Malaysia. It is believed by the Chinese that during this month, the gates of hell are opened to free the hungry ghosts who then wander to seek food on Earth. Some even think that the ghosts would seek revenge on those who had wronged them in their lives. The reason why the Chinese celebrate this festival is to remember their dead family members and pay tribute to them. They also feel that offering food to the deceased appeases them and wards off bad luck.
Honestly speaking, I don't exactly know what it is all about. Mom advises us not to wander outside late at night, no swimming for a month and to come home early. Just to eliminate chances "stumble" on "one" unnecessary.
Here in Singapore many Chinese 'perform' offerings to the deceased by burning fake money notes that is also known as "hell money". Not only this, there are variety of paper items such as tv, radio, computers, credit cards, handphones, jewellery etc etc .. you name it they have it! Trust me, I saw many funny paper products put up on sale. The people believe that by burning these 'products', the deceased will enjoy it in their 'world'. Interesting indeed! When I travel out for lunch these days, I saw many companies set up big altar to pray and burned lots of paper $$$$ for this occasion with their entourage of employees! I seen Indian workers busying burning the paper $$$ too! In Singapore, local community will erect stage for live performances with colorful and flamboyant singers singing mostly in dialects for the occassion. The called it "Getai". Pls click this to know more. Personally, I'm not a fan or can truly appreciate this culture. Many younger generation are still quite superstitious. They pray for good fortune and good luck to strike the Toto, Lotto or any thing that people hope to get rich from. Oh yea .. having said that, no bingo for me on the bet I placed during my b-day. August 17 My B-day!I'm officially 32 years old today. It's just another lazy Sunday for me. Since today is my big day, I placed a bet at the local legal "Gambling Den". I tried to buy 4-Digits for number 1708. I'm not quite sure why number 1708 is so popular today. It has reached it quota and I couldn't place any bet for it. So I bought last 4 digits for m phone no. instead.
Just to test my luck. Some thoughtful friends sent me some flowers, bought me dinner and give me chocs. Of cos messages from friends that I haven't in contact for ages! I'm pleasantly surprise.
I did not sit on my special old thinking chair today as I used to do on my every b-day. I want to give myself a break for now. Oucchh .. my muscles are sore now. I just came back from the gym!!
 August 09 Personal spaceI'm not sure why that I've become more particular to have .. ermmm .. well, as some said "personal space". So, what's exactly does it mean? I inteprete it as a space I needed where I can quietly do my thing or do nothing by just being alone. How many of you share my sentiment? I have been surrounded by people in office and at home. I talked alot too and I don't get many opportunity to have quiet moment. The office guy asked me about my trip to Germany. What was the most unforgettable moment during the trip? I said .. it was when I walked into the green woods by the Alpsee lake all alone. No pressures, no deadlines, no expectations and importantly no talking! Wow .. the feeling was amazing and surely a memorable one.
I hope that I will have more opportunity for a peaceful quiet walk. August 07 Some thought about exercising ..I'm not a sporty person. I find it terribly hard to go out, bake under the sun and play a game. I can't sprint nor flip or jump. Yes, I'm very lousy in anything we call sport. As age is catching up, I must do something to keep the metabolism up, to burn some fat and stay in shape. And here I am, signed up and be a gym member. I took up personal training, learned how to "play" the machines and to make the fee I paid, worthy.
The only motivation for me to go to the gym is .. the calorie counter. Yes, it is pathetic. However, after frequent visits to the gym, I noticed the therapeutic effect after exercising. I feel good, feel strong and has stamina. But still, I'm not doing enough. I should set higher calorie target to 700kcal per trip. Currently, I'm doing around 400kcal. What about you? Exercise that heart... August 01 I'm alive and kicking!!Hi there,
It has been a while since my last entry. Yea yea ..I promised not to let this space too cold. Work has been keeping me extremely busy. So busy that I spent most of my personal time working. There is too much to do and problems to fix in office. Anyway, lots for me to learn, for I'm just a junior manager now.
Well well well, my throat is sore and dry and I've just popped another 2 tabs of paracetamol just now. Lying beside this laptop from where I'm busying working on this entry, I have an half eaten Goldkenn chocolate that contains Remy Martin Fine Champagne Cognac, oooh yummy .. courtesy from a supplier. Yea, I'm courting chances to fall sick. I eventually spitting fire by the time I finish the whole bar! So, I stopped at 2 small tiny piece. :)
So, what's up with me besides me being so busy with work. Nothing much. Really. I didn't exactly having personal time but I have enrolled a violin course this Jan 2008. Once a week with 30mins a session, I learn how to play some notes and read the pointy music scores. Interesting but challenging! I can play some very simple tunes now and I get so excited and motivated. I hope I can play Canon in D flawlessly in time to come.
I didn't buy myself a holiday as I promised but I hope I can plan something for this year. I wish to make a trip to Europe during the Autumn period. A place that is rich in culture, peaceful, developed and safe. On the other hand, I would love to go to places like Tibet, Nepal or India. With recent development in these places, I guess it is best to keep in view for now.
Wow , time flies, it is my bday month again!!! I'm soon to be a 100% 32~ Scary... time seems travelling at a speed of light!! ...... September 03 My Graduation Ceremony!Wow .. this space getting "colder" each day. I'm sorry for not able to update frequently. Life happenings are over the head now. Hardly breathe. Anyway, I will do my best to keep this space alive, as much as I wanted to continue to write and share experiences.
Okay, Aug 31, Malaysia's National Day. I know I'm a bit late, fellow Malaysian friends - Happy Merdeka Day!
Aug 31 was my graduation ceremony. The day when I finally get my much awaited certificate. I took a day off. My parents were with me. When we reached, I gotten myself "robed" in a funny gown and hat by a man. Paid a fortune for all the studio photos and stuff. We were seated according to our achievement. Other fellow graduants were so excited and happy. The moment came, my name was called, I went up on stage, shake the somebody somebody hands .. grab my cert, pose for picture and quickly whisk off from the stage. The event wrapped up with a group photo. 5 shaps altogether. Once tht done, all guests were treated a buffet dinner. I was least excited and did not have the mood to stay on to mingle with the ppl. I returned my gown and left early.
Alrighty, want to know why I'm not keen or excited for this special day? Read on .. let me conclude my 2 years learning experience.
My Fellow Classmates
I found that majority of them are self-centered, ridiculously competitive, gossipy and etc etc. Everyone seems so afraid of losing to anyone. I used to have a bunch of good classmates who care and share. We never compete who is better, we collaborate to get things done. It was a far cry to compare the classmates I had in the past 2 years in this programme. My younger classmates were so opinionated and stubborn, kept on insisting to have their way and "gang-up" for veto power on projects. Tell you, I'm sick of them. My project marks sucks big time! Some older classmates behaved badly. She wrote really nasty email to the school, university and cc to to whole world over a small issue. She make a mountain out of a mole hill! Her email was badly written and it was a shame. I was flabbergasted after reading the email. 1st thing came to my mind ..how these respected Professors and Lecturers perceive this group of Singapore student. Her comments were unrefined, sacarstic, critical, brutal and barbaric! One word, her action reflected us so badly! Duh!!! Women!
My Professors, Lecturers
The faculty flew in from UK to Singapore to teach in this programme. I know some of them are not perfect, but I learn alot from them. Some classmates had some conflict with some eccentric lecturers. Reacted so strongly till threaten to lodge an official complaint. To me, c'mmon dude, take a break. It was all about EGO thing here. Swallow it and concentrate to the studies. I don't see a point why must we blow the matter out of porportion. Miscommunication tends to happen. Don't we all know British can't really tell or understand jokes!! Opps ..sorry, no offence!
 Besides, I also have had good awesome local tutors. In general, I've wonderful learning experiences with them. The Insitution
The Institution where I had my classes regularly .. sucks. I noticed that their administration functions were poorly carried out. Not to say "customer service". One thing that I can't stand them was, treating us as a brainless teeny student that has no preference or opinion!! C'mmon, most of us are a bunch of professional working adults. I appreciate if they were to treat us like 1. Don't always give us stupid excuses if they can't deliver what had promised. I was the Class Rep and have fought hard for having the Graduation Ceremony this year. They told tht it was the agreement between the Uni and them to have the GC once in every 2 years. If we're to accept this, that means I'll have to wait for 15 mths to graduate!! Ridiculous! We fought all the way and demand to have GC not for this year, but every year! It don't make sense at all. All of us feel cheated over this. Many emails were traded between me and the Institution. Things gone sour and many dialogues were held. Finally, they agreed. What I can tell you is, the whole thing put me off. I've cancelled my membership card recently. I'm DONE with them. Master Programme? Forget it ..
Now you roughly know why I'm least excited with the whole affair!
Nevertheless, this 2 hard years are well spent. I told my mom, if I were to tear this Cert, it contains sweat and blood! hahaha .. She then asked me. .what about tears?? Errmm .. no tears .. as there are no regrets!! ha! Oh yea, that piece of paper cost me a whoppeee S$22k! I haven't got time to seriously sit down to reflect about it and think what I'm going to do next. Look back .. phewww ..what a tough years! August 18 Happy Birthday me ..Oh, another year has passed. I'm 1 year older and hopefully wiser in a lot of things. Wow .. I'm officially 31 now and that number is scary. In times to come, the numbers jump faster and faster. I didn't have time to sit down to think and reflect of my doing on this special day. I made a resolution that I should be a vegetarian for this special day. However, it don't come out as planned. Colleague bought me meaty lunch this afternoon.
It rains whole day and I'm moody. I'm having really low morale now. Lots of contributing factors which I don't think I'll splatted all out here. Let's just say that I'm down the weather lately. Oh .. it is 18 Aug, 1219hr .. I'm 31 and 19 mins years old now! Hey, this is supposed be the 17.08.2007 entry!
I didn't have the chance to do what I usually do on my birthday. Oh, according to Chinese calendar, I shall be having my birthday on 3 Sept! Not too bad, I'll be having another in Sept!
 Anyway, I made a wish and tell to myself, Happy Birthday, HL .. pls have a cake
 I thank to those who called and msg .. your wishes warmed my heart!  August 16 I'm so mad today!I'm getting really mad today! I'm so upset with my bosses on their way of doing things and attitude towards of some issues. Hmmmpffff ... okay, I've 3 mins management course to share here.
 Lesson 1
A man is getting into the shower just as his wife is finishing up her shower, when the doorbell rings. The wife quickly wraps herself in a towel and runs downstairs. When she opens the door, there stands Bob, the next-door neighbour. Before she says a word, Bob says, "I'll give you £800 to drop that towel."
After thinking for a moment, the woman drops her towel and stands naked in front of Bob. After a few seconds, Bob hands her £800 and leaves. The woman wraps back up in the towel and goes back upstairs. When she gets to the bathroom, her husband asks, "Who was that?"
"It was Bob the next door neighbour," she replies.
"Great!" the husband says, "did he say anything about the £800 he owes me?
Moral of the story: If you share critical information pertaining to credit and risk with your shareholders in time , you may be in a position to prevent avoidable exposure .
Lesson 2
A priest offered a Nun a lift. She got in and crossed her legs, forcing her gown to reveal a leg. The priest nearly had an accident.
After controlling the car, he stealthily slid his hand up her leg. The nun said, "Father, remember Psalm 129?"
The priest removed his hand.
But, changing gears, he let his hand slide up her leg again. The nun once again said, "Father, remember Psalm 129?"
The priest apologised "Sorry sister but the flesh is weak."Arriving at the convent, the nun went on her way.
On his arrival at the church, the priest rushed to look up Psalm 129. It said, "Go forth and seek, further up, you will find glory."
Moral of the story: If you are not well informed in your job, you might miss a great opportunity
Lesson 3
A sales rep, an administration clerk, and the manager are walking to lunch when they find an antique oil lamp. They rub it and a Genie comes out. The Genie says, "I'll give each of you just one wish."
Me first! Me first!" says the admin clerk. "I want to be in the Bahamas, driving a speedboat, without a care in the world." Puff! She's gone.
Me next! Me next!" says the sales rep. "I want to be in Hawaii , relaxing on the beach with my personal masseuse, an endless supply of Pina Coladas and the love of my life." Puff! He's gone.
"OK, you're up," the Genie says to the manager. The manager says, "I want those two back in the office after lunch."
Moral of the story: Always let your boss have the first say
Lesson 4
An eagle was sitting on a tree resting, doing nothing. A small rabbit saw the eagle and asked him, "Can I also sit like you and do nothing?"
The eagle answered: "Sure, why not."
So, the rabbit sat on the ground below the eagle and rested.
All of a sudden, a fox appeared, jumped on the rabbit and ate it.
Moral of the story: To be sitting and doing nothing, you must be sitting very, very high up
Lesson 5
A turkey was chatting with a bull. "I would love to be able to get to the top of that tree," sighed the turkey, "but I haven't got the energy."
"Well, why don't you nibble on some of my droppings?" replied the bull. "They're packed with nutrients."
The turkey pecked at a lump of dung, and found it actually gave him enough strength to reach the lowest branch of the tree. The next day,
after eating some more dung, he reached the second branch.
Finally after a fourth night, the turkey was proudly perched at the top of the tree.
He was promptly spotted by a farmer, who shot him out of the tree.
Moral of the story: Bull Shit might get you to the top, but it won't keep you there
Lesson 6
A little bird was flying south for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and fell to the ground into a large field. While he was lying there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on him.
As the frozen bird lay there in the pile of cow dung, he began to realize how warm he was. The dung was actually thawing him out! He lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy.
A passing cat heard the bird singing and came to investigate. Following the sound, the cat discovered the bird under the pile of cow dung, and promptly dug him out and ate him.
Moral of the story:
(1) Not everyone who sh!ts on you is your enemy
(2) Not everyone who gets you out of sh!t is your friend
(3) And when you're in deep sh!t, it's best to keep your mouth shut! August 15 I'm baccccckk!I'm back!! I had a week long biz trip to Myanmar. I intend to continuously MIA-ing but I've too many juicy stories to tell! hahaha .. I didn't go to Bintan as scheduled. I ended up "holidaying" in Myanmar. Now, I'm back to the mad rush. Thousand of 1 things to do and follow-up in office. I shall tell you more of my encounter and acquantainces in my next entry.
I loaded some pics for your viewing pleasure. Okay, time to sleep now. Talk more! ciao ciao  July 22 Men are from Mars, Women are from VenusHere's a prime example of "Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus"; offered by an English professor from the University of Colorado for an actual class assignment:
The professor told his class one day: "Today we will experiment with a new form called the tandem story. The process is simple. Each person will pair off with the person sitting to his or her immediate right.
As homework tonight, one of you will write the first paragraph of a short story. You will e-mail your partner that paragraph and send another copy to me. The partner will read the first paragraph and then add another paragraph to the story and send it back, also sending another copy to me. The first person will then add a third paragraph, and so on back-and-forth. Remember to re-read what has been written each time in order to keep the story coherent. There is to be absolutely NO talking outside of the e-mails and anything you wish to say must be written in the e-mail. The story is over when both agree a conclusion has been reached."
The following was actually turned in by two of his English students:
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THE STORY: (first paragraph by Rebecca) At first, Laurie couldn't decide which kind of tea she wanted. The chamomile, which used to be her favorite for lazy evenings at home, now reminded her too much of Carl, who once said, in happier times, that he liked chamomile. But she felt she must now, at all costs, keep her mind off Carl. His possessiveness was suffocating, and if she thought about him too much her asthma started acting up again. So chamomile was out of the question.
(Second paragraph by Gary)
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(TEACHER)
Wow .. a week has passed!Wow .. a week has passed and I don't seem doing something with my holiday plan! Life extremely hectic in office and I've been going back to office on Sat. Felt so satisfied as able to accomplish quite a fair bit of stuff on the quiet sleepy Sat.
 Peaceful and no disruptions as compared with normal work days. I changed my mind of going to Cambodia. I don't have the time to research of the place. Alot of homework need to be done as I'll be taking up a Free & Easy Package. Stranded on the cultural-rich-non-very-developed place without knowing what to do is something I want to avoid. I need to re-identify my traveling objectives. I want a hassle free and relaxing break. A place that I can kick off my shoes and laze around without having the stress to do anything. Hrmm .. I've a place in mind, that is Bintan, Indonesia. 45mins ferry trip from Singapore to that small little island. I'm going to hibernate there for a 2 nights. I would bringing my parents along too. Ahhhh ... I can't wait for the day to come.
Okay, I need to go back to where I stop. I brought some work back from office. I'm a damned workho-junkie now. hehe ..Till then
Oh yea, I'm experiencing problem signing in the MSN, anybody know what happened??? July 14 Cambodia, here I come!Okay, I've shortlisted 2 places tht I want to go. First is Lake Toba in Medan, North Sumatra Indonesia. Second will be Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Initially, I'm very game to visit Lake Toba.
After a few search thru the Internet, it seems a splendid place to visit. Lake Toba is the largest lake in SEA that measure up to 100km in length. It is also known to be the deepest lakes in the world! The climate said to be pleasant and cool. ERrrm ..tempting. This is just what I'm needed. A cool, breezy, quiet and peaceful gateaway. However, I'm not really comfortable with the place though. There were earthquakes and recent volcano erruptions. Medan is the 3rd largest city in Indonesia and I'm not sure how safe it is for me to travel to Lake Toba. So, I should listen to my intuition to opt out this place.
Okay, Cambodia become my choice of destination now. I'm going to visit this magnificient ancient lost city. To know more, pls visit this link http://www.sacredsites.com/asia/cambodia/angkor_wat.html
I'm recruiting travel buddies. To qualify, you have to be open, friendly, adventurous, positive and importantly must be a team player. If you think you fit the bill and interest to explore Cambodia, pls write to me. My email is waterlotusmud[at]yahoo[dot]com  July 08 Live Earth 7.7.07Heard about this? Numerous msgs splashed across all media in the world. No mega concert in this tiny red dot (Singapore), but in many major city across continents.
Live Earth is the name for a series of multi-venue concerts of pop and rock music featuring various artists which took place on July 7th 2007 (7.7.07). The concerts aimed to raise awareness about anthropogenic climate change and to encourage people to live greener lives, all the while accepting the need to contribute to a global carbon tax (Source : Wikipedia).
In the larger context, we maybe too small to make a difference. However, if everyone make a point to do our tiny part, I'm sure it does make a big difference for saving our now feverish mother earth. There are 7-point pledge for us to note.
(Source : Wikipedia) I'm in the environment business and generally this kind of topic is close to my heart. This is also one of the reason why I love my job so much although I'm way underpaid. July 06 Hip hip ..hoooraaayyyyy!I've passed!! I passeddddd my final paper. Pheww .. what a journey I got there. I didn't achieve the First Class Honor but landed on Second Class Honor Upper. No complain, but I think I should able to do better! Yea .. ppl said tht I'm such a pitiful perfectionist.
Okay, 1 big project accomplished. It was a 2 years in-making. I'm really glad that I pulled through finally. Many things happened throughout this journey. Firstly, I lost my job when my previous company move to Thailand. I'll face financial burden if I don't get myself a job by then as I've a hefty course fee to pay. Secondly, I was going through a difficult time, trying hard to come to terms of my breakup. It took me a total of 3 yrs to completely get over it and start afresh. Lastly, I've a busy and challenging work. This refering to my current work. A lot is expected from me. Now is worse, I've got heavier roles but with no pay raise!
 But still, I love my job!  Looked back, I'm very very glad and feel blessed that I survived all these and able overcome all hurdles. Buddha bless me! Along the way I learnt many important lessons and no regret with whatever happened.
I've a clear head now of what I want to do, where I want to be and what type of ppl I want to be with. I've many exciting plans in mind. First thing first, I need to buy myself a holiday. Future plan? Ley's talk only when I materialise my holiday plan.
 I was scheduled to fly to UK for my graduation this month. I've to cancel this trip at last min as it clashes with 1 of my biz trip to Myanmar. So much to do in office. I'll have 4 days holiday during Singapore's National Day. Any suggestion where is nice to visit? Any nice places that worth visiting? Let me know. Thanks.  |
. It is the cause that I'm working for. Advocating using renewable energy like solar energy is what I'm doing and passionate about. Pls minimize waste in all aspects of your daily life. Optimize the usage of electricity and water. Only tht, we are doing a great favor for ourselves and our mother earth! Go Green! 
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