Ah, finally this page has loaded. The Internet line in the college actually sucks... Can't believe it. Anyway, this post is not meant to complain about Internet and stuffs, but I am here to tell you a little anecdote which you may find very amusing or otherwise... =.=
You know, sometimes when I am nervous, my senses really lightens up to the extent that I am observant and making things up in my mind. However, at the same time, I can get very blurry. Just about at 11.30 am this morning in KBU, I was actually planning to refuel my car at the nearby petrol kiosk. So out I went, walking towards my car parked beside the field. Tried pressing my central locking to unlock the car, but heh, something must be wrong. It's not working.
Double-check again. Yes, it is my car, but why is it not unlocking. Batteries of the remote had just been changed several weeks ago, so that shouldn't be the reason. So I keep on trying but it still didn't work until I heard a very faint sound of the car's unlocking sound. Oops... Gosh... Battery's flat as it seems. Here am I, feeling so helpless as I checked my car. Unbelievable, do you know what I discovered? My headlights were turned on and I didn't even notice it. Thinking back, I must have turned it on when I was driving to college this morning and it must have been an involuntary action that I switched on the headlights. Who would have switched on the lights during the broad daylight unless of course.............you are riding a motorbike!
The first thing that came to my mind is to call up my dad. Well, he is the only one who could advice me now, especially on something relating to the car. Well, he was really helpful and I'm glad I called. He said he will contact my aunt who is staying in PJ to help me out. So she did, where she got to a mechanic to come to KBU and replace the lifeless car battery. The process of changing battery took not more than 5 minutes but the little incident was way out of my league. Honestly speaking, I'm still getting used to all this stuff about cars and parts.
Haha...
Who would have thought, right? I must have been dreaming since last night after going out and coming back that I couldn't even act rightly.
Well, that's all for my little anecdote. Just one small event in this whole big universe of events. I'm just but a subset, as Ms. K___ would put it, so often....
Next post would be on LOVE which is so overwhelming. So anticipate anything but everything. Adios... Merci...
Friday, May 8, 2009
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Volume 1; Chapter 13: Claws of Adamantium
Boy, am I excited now. Totally hyped up since after (to the extent that I am writing my feelings down now). Whoah... Blew me off! My commendations for it. Good job, you make my day worthwhile.
Now lets not get ahead of ourselves here. Today is a day which is one of its kind. Mind you, no exaggeration here. Although I must admit it was a hectic day filled with doubts and weariness. We started off with an English essay assessment in class which drained up most my energy, and adding to that is the 100m dash during the App Math class (another App Math class tomorrow, sigh. No offense Ms. K). The lessons are quick and swift. I'm sure many would agree to that. To add to that, we had 3 hours of Physics lesson in the afternoon.
Evening was approaching and I was really wondering whether today would be my day. Well somehow, a chain of events led by God, perhaps, ensured everything happened accordingly. Not a single flaw unless I choose to look a gift horse in the mouth. But, why would I wanna ruin my day. So I played along....
So many things to be learned in one day, I was absolutely looking forward to this evening's night out. Gone away are my worries and yearnings. Why/? It's X-Men Origins: Wolverine. I've been waiting eagerly for this moment since purchasing the tickets yesterday. I can't say that I was expecting a lot from it but all I wished was that it would be a decent movie. And guess what, it turned out superb, or at least for me because the ratings are not really high for this movie. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it throughout. It is one of the moments to savour in the cinema which I wouldn't forget.
Hence, I will not be sparing at this. It is worth 9.5 out of 10 for giving such rare satisfaction that I can find from a movie. Very well done. I dunno about you guys out there, but I recommend you this movie. X-Men rocks!!!
Now lets not get ahead of ourselves here. Today is a day which is one of its kind. Mind you, no exaggeration here. Although I must admit it was a hectic day filled with doubts and weariness. We started off with an English essay assessment in class which drained up most my energy, and adding to that is the 100m dash during the App Math class (another App Math class tomorrow, sigh. No offense Ms. K). The lessons are quick and swift. I'm sure many would agree to that. To add to that, we had 3 hours of Physics lesson in the afternoon.
Evening was approaching and I was really wondering whether today would be my day. Well somehow, a chain of events led by God, perhaps, ensured everything happened accordingly. Not a single flaw unless I choose to look a gift horse in the mouth. But, why would I wanna ruin my day. So I played along....
So many things to be learned in one day, I was absolutely looking forward to this evening's night out. Gone away are my worries and yearnings. Why/? It's X-Men Origins: Wolverine. I've been waiting eagerly for this moment since purchasing the tickets yesterday. I can't say that I was expecting a lot from it but all I wished was that it would be a decent movie. And guess what, it turned out superb, or at least for me because the ratings are not really high for this movie. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it throughout. It is one of the moments to savour in the cinema which I wouldn't forget.
Hence, I will not be sparing at this. It is worth 9.5 out of 10 for giving such rare satisfaction that I can find from a movie. Very well done. I dunno about you guys out there, but I recommend you this movie. X-Men rocks!!!
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Volume 1; Chapter 12: Houston, We are touching down
As I write, I'm leeching off someone else's Internet network. I am sure there's a good reason they don't secure it. Anyway, I recalled something nice which happened this past week and it felt too good to be true. Let's just hope that it isn't ruined by the outcome of it.
Due to some unforseen circumstances, our Ap. test had to be brought forward to Wednesday, which means we would again be the guinea pigs the second time around after the previous Chemistry test. Well, the day started off with EALD lesson where we learnt about argumentative essay writing. A thing that I must say about this lesson is that it's very insightful. Though a lot of things were cramp in the 2 hours session, I just felt like there was a stream of confidence running through me when I learned about whatever that was taught.
I must say I've never enjoyed EALD like this for quite sometime back. It was really exquisitely refreshing. Next up, we learned about pun. Allow me to exemplify,
Got you there, didn't it?
Followed by EALD was Ap. test. Haha, probably I didn't get warmed up enough that when it started, I was so shaky that I was staring at the question over and over for some time there. This just shows that pre-match warm up is just as important, doesn't it?
Throughout this day, everything happened to the best, or perhaps not everything. But the thing is this, sometimes you feel the day is made for you because you chose to make it your day instead of letting the day make you. Then, the DAY would be yours to savour.
Due to some unforseen circumstances, our Ap. test had to be brought forward to Wednesday, which means we would again be the guinea pigs the second time around after the previous Chemistry test. Well, the day started off with EALD lesson where we learnt about argumentative essay writing. A thing that I must say about this lesson is that it's very insightful. Though a lot of things were cramp in the 2 hours session, I just felt like there was a stream of confidence running through me when I learned about whatever that was taught.
I must say I've never enjoyed EALD like this for quite sometime back. It was really exquisitely refreshing. Next up, we learned about pun. Allow me to exemplify,
Girl: If you love me so much, would you die for me ?
Guy: My love is undying love.
Got you there, didn't it?
Followed by EALD was Ap. test. Haha, probably I didn't get warmed up enough that when it started, I was so shaky that I was staring at the question over and over for some time there. This just shows that pre-match warm up is just as important, doesn't it?
Throughout this day, everything happened to the best, or perhaps not everything. But the thing is this, sometimes you feel the day is made for you because you chose to make it your day instead of letting the day make you. Then, the DAY would be yours to savour.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Volume 1; Chapter 11: Humanity Calls
It's the time of the week where I've finally found some ideas and inspiration on what to write on. Anyone here a Bon Jovi fan or likes his songs. I must admit I like some of his songs. Some of them are very meaningful, eg. "Welcome to wherever you are". Anyways, life is waiting. Either you take it on or see it pass. However, I'm not going to talk about life this time around. I am currently in a dilemma of either to embrace it or to postpone it. Thinking of it makes my head crack, you know...
So let's move on. I've been watching a TV series-"Smallville" for the past few weeks and the more I watch, the more intriguing it gets. What's so intriguing, you asked? Well, the more I see CK in action the more he reminds me of the true meaning of humanity. Frankly, I've wished to be like CK in many ways, to have his abilities and to be a hero like him. But all of us don't have these abilities because (we are not from the planet Krypton, hehe..) probably we're just not meant to have them. Who knows what will happen to us where we are taken over by the greed for these abilities and use them for no good although we may think we'll be heroes when we are without the abilities. We are but humans, right? Nonetheless, that shouldn't be hindering us from be an everyday hero.
Even CK himself proved to be a hero when he temporary lost his abilities (yeah, just like HIRO NAKAMURA). He tried to save his friends and he always sacrificially takes the blame upon himself although it's not his fault at all, because he feels responsible to be there for everyone. That's the spirit of a hero which I hope could be embodied in me. Be there for everyone. So, where was I? Ya, an everyday hero. You don't have to be superhuman to be able to help. Everything little action counts and that's what is important, ain't it so?
That's why I am so fond of this series. There's just so many elements revolving around what we face each day and it seems real at times. Maybe afterall, CK is a symbol of the capacity in each of us to have a heart of gold, even to the slightest bit. Well done. No wonder the world assumes that they need a Superman, because most of the times, we just don't see him around where in fact it's us who are too naive and in denial to notice him. Just open your eyes, and you'll see. But that certainly comes with your everyday Lex Luthor. So don't expect a bed of roses. Nevertheless, life triumphs, doesn't it?
Well, most people are away today at the summer camp. Come to think of it, I'm starting to feel a bit wasted that I let this opportunity slip pass, just like a golden chance to equalise yet failed. However, circumstances are very compelling. So I'll just have to make up to this some other time. "Mark my words, muahahhaaha....". No, seriously, I'm not firing blanks here.
Perhaps there are more things that I can talk on, but that'll be all for now, I guess. Thanks for reading and comprehending. The world already has a Clark Kent. You just need to look harder.
Flying off.
p.s. : Should anyone be interested in the series I mentioned, don't be shy to ask about it. I'm glad to offer my assistance. "Redeemer-Nicole C. Mullen", another nice song. *Humanity is different from life, just in case you think I am contradicting myself*
So let's move on. I've been watching a TV series-"Smallville" for the past few weeks and the more I watch, the more intriguing it gets. What's so intriguing, you asked? Well, the more I see CK in action the more he reminds me of the true meaning of humanity. Frankly, I've wished to be like CK in many ways, to have his abilities and to be a hero like him. But all of us don't have these abilities because (we are not from the planet Krypton, hehe..) probably we're just not meant to have them. Who knows what will happen to us where we are taken over by the greed for these abilities and use them for no good although we may think we'll be heroes when we are without the abilities. We are but humans, right? Nonetheless, that shouldn't be hindering us from be an everyday hero.
Even CK himself proved to be a hero when he temporary lost his abilities (yeah, just like HIRO NAKAMURA). He tried to save his friends and he always sacrificially takes the blame upon himself although it's not his fault at all, because he feels responsible to be there for everyone. That's the spirit of a hero which I hope could be embodied in me. Be there for everyone. So, where was I? Ya, an everyday hero. You don't have to be superhuman to be able to help. Everything little action counts and that's what is important, ain't it so?
That's why I am so fond of this series. There's just so many elements revolving around what we face each day and it seems real at times. Maybe afterall, CK is a symbol of the capacity in each of us to have a heart of gold, even to the slightest bit. Well done. No wonder the world assumes that they need a Superman, because most of the times, we just don't see him around where in fact it's us who are too naive and in denial to notice him. Just open your eyes, and you'll see. But that certainly comes with your everyday Lex Luthor. So don't expect a bed of roses. Nevertheless, life triumphs, doesn't it?
Well, most people are away today at the summer camp. Come to think of it, I'm starting to feel a bit wasted that I let this opportunity slip pass, just like a golden chance to equalise yet failed. However, circumstances are very compelling. So I'll just have to make up to this some other time. "Mark my words, muahahhaaha....". No, seriously, I'm not firing blanks here.
Perhaps there are more things that I can talk on, but that'll be all for now, I guess. Thanks for reading and comprehending. The world already has a Clark Kent. You just need to look harder.
Flying off.
p.s. : Should anyone be interested in the series I mentioned, don't be shy to ask about it. I'm glad to offer my assistance. "Redeemer-Nicole C. Mullen", another nice song. *Humanity is different from life, just in case you think I am contradicting myself*
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Volume 1; Chapter 10: Yet Life Triumphs
We can never deny the fact that human spirit is what drives humanity forward. What brought us together will also bring us forward. Life itself when met with oncoming obstacles, tries to muster every ounce of energy from the surrounding to overcome it. Where does this energy come from? It must be from an interconnected web of relationships, connections, bonds, etc. , don't you think so?
Life triumphs when... we have a hope to hold on to, someone dearly which we won't want to leave just yet. It's just that undescribable force which pushes us onwards and forward
Life triumphs when... we have a hope to hold on to, someone dearly which we won't want to leave just yet. It's just that undescribable force which pushes us onwards and forward
Volume 1; Chapter 9: The Fragility of Life
A blog is a place where you reveal your thoughts to the world. i have this urge to tell the truth to all of you people out there. But before that, i would like to make a sincere public apology to all my friends whom i've hurt probably through my actions or my attitude. i am a person who speaks little. Sorry that it has turned out to be this way.
Today at approximately 12:00 am, we were cycling around our neighbourhood. Reason being to get some air before we call it a day after mulling over Chemistry. Test is on this very morning itself. There was this BMX sports bike, and it has this extended pair of platform or something protruding from the sides of the wheels. It was just meant to be for fun that one of us would cycle while the other to stand behind. No one thought of the danger it could pose nor foresee what was to come. What happened next was one which made me very regretful and remorseful in all these years.
We were going down a slope with gaining speed, and there was this road bump ahead of us. i thought perhaps we could navigate pass it smoothly, but it wasn't meant to be. Just as the front wheel hit the bump, the front lifted and and as the back wheel does so too, i was jolted from my footing. i lost my step on the protruding platform and my weight shifted towards the cyclist. Coming at high speed against a bump caused the bike to lose its balance too. Added with my unbalanced weight, it started to wobble and as soon as it happened, the bike fell to the right. That moment, insticnt had me to grab on to something, and the few tenths of a second in which everything occured seemed like a long time...
Gravity took over, and we fell sideways onto the tarred road. my hands braced for impact but someone was in front of me. my full weight was added to his, and he had it head on. my fall was cushioned which i rather not have, but instead wished to be apart from him. Not what i wanted. i think he wasn't able to block the fall with his hand as i was behind.
Got ourselves up, me with minor scratches, but him, it looked serious. The subsequent chain of events were traumatic to me in a sense. We walked to 1-4-2, tried cleaning up the injuries. Then, he had slowly drifted into subconsiouness. Assistance arrived and it was chaotic (to me probably). Checked out the first 2 "medical centre" which weren't able to offer much help till adult supervision came to the fore. We went to the 3rd hospital and he got admitted for observations.
Throughout this time, i was silent, more of guilt and shock. i am really sorry this had to happen. i felt like the events which happened deeply involves me, as if i am part of it and not out of it. It is just unthinkable to see this happened especially to such a good friend.
Hereby, i plea that anyone out there to not make up rumours or even jump to their own conclusion without looking at the big picture. Empathy is what we should have. i honestly regret it.
Last post, i wrote on the mystery of life, now it seems like life itself too is delicate. Got me thinking for a while there, life certainly is precious. It may seem long but you can't deny that it's short. Perhaps, we should really treasure all the moments we have here before we part ways to our own future careers. Be a friend even to those who are despised and maybe one day you are going to reap the rewards in unimaginable ways.
Today at approximately 12:00 am, we were cycling around our neighbourhood. Reason being to get some air before we call it a day after mulling over Chemistry. Test is on this very morning itself. There was this BMX sports bike, and it has this extended pair of platform or something protruding from the sides of the wheels. It was just meant to be for fun that one of us would cycle while the other to stand behind. No one thought of the danger it could pose nor foresee what was to come. What happened next was one which made me very regretful and remorseful in all these years.
We were going down a slope with gaining speed, and there was this road bump ahead of us. i thought perhaps we could navigate pass it smoothly, but it wasn't meant to be. Just as the front wheel hit the bump, the front lifted and and as the back wheel does so too, i was jolted from my footing. i lost my step on the protruding platform and my weight shifted towards the cyclist. Coming at high speed against a bump caused the bike to lose its balance too. Added with my unbalanced weight, it started to wobble and as soon as it happened, the bike fell to the right. That moment, insticnt had me to grab on to something, and the few tenths of a second in which everything occured seemed like a long time...
Gravity took over, and we fell sideways onto the tarred road. my hands braced for impact but someone was in front of me. my full weight was added to his, and he had it head on. my fall was cushioned which i rather not have, but instead wished to be apart from him. Not what i wanted. i think he wasn't able to block the fall with his hand as i was behind.
Got ourselves up, me with minor scratches, but him, it looked serious. The subsequent chain of events were traumatic to me in a sense. We walked to 1-4-2, tried cleaning up the injuries. Then, he had slowly drifted into subconsiouness. Assistance arrived and it was chaotic (to me probably). Checked out the first 2 "medical centre" which weren't able to offer much help till adult supervision came to the fore. We went to the 3rd hospital and he got admitted for observations.
Throughout this time, i was silent, more of guilt and shock. i am really sorry this had to happen. i felt like the events which happened deeply involves me, as if i am part of it and not out of it. It is just unthinkable to see this happened especially to such a good friend.
Hereby, i plea that anyone out there to not make up rumours or even jump to their own conclusion without looking at the big picture. Empathy is what we should have. i honestly regret it.
Last post, i wrote on the mystery of life, now it seems like life itself too is delicate. Got me thinking for a while there, life certainly is precious. It may seem long but you can't deny that it's short. Perhaps, we should really treasure all the moments we have here before we part ways to our own future careers. Be a friend even to those who are despised and maybe one day you are going to reap the rewards in unimaginable ways.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Volume 1; Chapter 8: The Enigmatic Life Journey
A period of silence precedes a period of upheaval. A time gone is a time to treasure. So many things in life, such mystery, such agony, such thrill, such excitement, we ourselves who understand Sciences yet can't define our very own existence...
It is said that human conquer this world. Yet we know not what holds in front of us. How paradoxical, what an irony!
Ennui(a word I learnt from Yes Man) fills the air lately. The thrill of fulfillment is so hastily replaced by emptiness of the senses. I know not how to explain it. It's just different from what I've experienced before. Is it grieve? I tend not to think so. Is it a yearning unquenched? I can't say for sure. How about love? Why would that even come up on my mind. What about the problems that weigh me down? Do I have any...?
Perhaps the void is created by circumstances, where putting myself in it leads me to think from it rather than out of it. If it is so, then setting my foot out from the circle should help. Maybe so. Isn't it strange that humans are just so different from any other beings. You come to realise that we are civilized and we think rationally. Still, most of our actions are so frequently governed by emotions rather than calculated moves. Do we consider it similar to instinct? I prefer to say they are two different things, because that is what makes us distinct, isn't it?
Life is weird, it is a labyrinth. We can only see so far before a bend, or even a chicane confronts us. Then, what do we do? Do we take it head on or manoeuvre pass it or even hit the reverse gear. There is only so much we can tell until the day comes.
Till then, God help us....
It is said that human conquer this world. Yet we know not what holds in front of us. How paradoxical, what an irony!
Ennui(a word I learnt from Yes Man) fills the air lately. The thrill of fulfillment is so hastily replaced by emptiness of the senses. I know not how to explain it. It's just different from what I've experienced before. Is it grieve? I tend not to think so. Is it a yearning unquenched? I can't say for sure. How about love? Why would that even come up on my mind. What about the problems that weigh me down? Do I have any...?
Perhaps the void is created by circumstances, where putting myself in it leads me to think from it rather than out of it. If it is so, then setting my foot out from the circle should help. Maybe so. Isn't it strange that humans are just so different from any other beings. You come to realise that we are civilized and we think rationally. Still, most of our actions are so frequently governed by emotions rather than calculated moves. Do we consider it similar to instinct? I prefer to say they are two different things, because that is what makes us distinct, isn't it?
Life is weird, it is a labyrinth. We can only see so far before a bend, or even a chicane confronts us. Then, what do we do? Do we take it head on or manoeuvre pass it or even hit the reverse gear. There is only so much we can tell until the day comes.
Till then, God help us....
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