Volume 1; Chapter 7: Presenting the Motion Pictures

It's hard to think of ideas to elaborate on when the whole page is white...

Let's just face it, the home line internet connection looks ghastly and needs immediate attention. The long silence wasn't because of my laziness, but rather due to the super snail-mode speed internet connection where Google takes such long time to load, not to mention blogspot. Anyway, now is my chance to make full use of the college's internet speed.

You know, we just handed in our documentary assignment on 10th of March and well, from what I observed, everyone was burning the midnight oil on Monday just to put in some finishing touches. Our group did the same and as a result, we all looked like 'zombies' the next morning. However, the end is still yet to come for we are to present the documentary in class next week.

I can barely recall anything significant about our lectures. All that I can say is this week's homework seemed to be less. (Is someone sympathizing with us?-hehe) Few days ago, I relished myself in some movies to spend my 3 day holidays. (Curious Case of Ben. But. , Memory Keeper's Daughter, Flash of Genius, Seven Pounds and the Oscars)

All that I can say is fantastic. Never a dull moment. Seven Pounds would have the most heroic act among all those movies and I must admit, I am a fan of Will Smith and he did great in this film. Memory Keeper's Daughter would be one of those family movies where you would have enjoyed if you like this genre. Flash of Genius has the most ingenious way of portraying Dr. Kearns as a witty person in representing himself in court against Ford Corporation in infringement of patents. You should watch the court case, it took me off my mind completely when he made an excellent argument. Benjamin Button would be OK in my opinion but it all still depends on personal interpretation, wouldn't it.

So, I fully recommend Seven Pounds and Flash of Genius. Watch it, don't miss out on this two excellent movies. Hoo-ray to the people behind the scenes. 8/10

Volume 1; Chapter 6: The Art of Procrastination

How many times have you wished that you have more time? I certainly am one of those people. In fact, time seemed to be what all of us dreamed for more. But, why TIME?

Very simple. The reason I am writing on this is because that of late, I noticed that time management have been the pivotal element in determining the completion of whatever that is needed to be done (especially homeworks and assignments). Due dates are around the corner and so are the first tests for the 5 subjects. So in saying that if I had more time, would it really be any helpful?

Neh.. I wished to think so, but rarely does it help. Well, this is mainly due to human nature which is common for us to only come to appreciate things when they are scarce or we are about to lose our firm grip on it. So many times we have all our needs met with that we don't noticed how fortunate and blessed we are.

Therefore, what is the Art of Procrastination, you ask? Well, there's no art behind it, its just an innate ability that all of us have. Instead, the real Art lies in having the ability to appreciate and make full use of time...


The Future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour, whatever he does, whoever he is.
~C.S. Lewis
"The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once." ~ Albert Einstein

Volume 1; Chapter 5: World Of Goo

Well, I must admit I slacking in blogging. 2 posts in almost a month?! I really couldn't keep up since Chinese New Year, hehe. Nonetheless, I shall write my latest post here.

Remember that I mentioned that something is Brewing from my previous post. Here it is... On 6th and 7th (Fri & Sat), my group and I set out to start on our filming part of the documentary.. We went to Petaling Street on the first day, got ourselves are great deal of interviewing with mostly westerners and then had our fair share of obstacles. It was really fun yet at times very TENSE (you can feel the friction). Everyone tried our best to play our part and it turned out great and satisfying that we did well on our first day.

After going through all the exhaustion of the first day, second day was just yet to begin. Boy oh boy, this day proved to be more tiring than the previous day but yet more fruitful than most of us had expected. We got our "pot of gold" while searching for subjects in Times Square and around that area (probably Sg. Wang, I forgot the name). We managed to get good materials and I got to see Times Square for, I don't know, the 2nd time perhaps. For the record, we met Tony on our way there. Our shooting lasted till evening and upon arriving BU, we were already walking zombies.

As of now, I am thinking on what narration should be inputted to the video and I am encountering a major road block as I had no experience on this. However, I relish the idea that narration is the main way of communicating the whole idea to viewers. Ah, much had been said and I would sign off here. Chow.... Guten nigh (Whatever the spelling- Those friends out there would comprehend)

Ps: The title has nothing to do with this post. Search it up in Google.

"To each there comes in his or her lifetime a special moment when they are tapped on the shoulder and offered the chance to do a very special thing, unique to them and fitted to their talent. What a tragedy if that moment finds them unprepared or unqualified for that which could have been their finest hour" -Winston Churchill

Volume 1;Chapter 4: Break of Silence

Ever since I posted my last article, there was only silence, mainly due to no internet connection and the holiday mood which leaves me lazy to budge an inch. However, I am writing now. Lets start from where I left.

Chinese New Year was fantastic. Not for the "Ang-Pau"s I got, but simply because of the reunion with families and relatives. It's good to catch up with close ones. The reunion dinner on CNY eve was exceptional. The food was indeed the best I've tasted before and they are home cooked. Probably because I was starving before dinner started, which made the dinner more delicious or something. Then, there was a week-long holiday which was quite boring as there were nothing I could do to occupy my time.

It's a sad thing that I don't own a camera whatsoever, or else you could have seen plenty of photos. HAHA..

Nevertheless, classes commenced and back again I am to the usual pace of life. As always, life tends to pull you down to its darkest trench and you surface again during the weekends. Last week's English lessons were more on watching a movie- "Japanese Story". I would rate it as moderate in terms of its appeal to me. Anyway, for these past few days, something interesting has been BREWING, and you'll have to wait for some time before I reveal the events which unfolded. Till then, up up and away....

Volume 1;Chapter 3: Thyself

Funny isn't it, that blog writing which started off as part of my EALD to-do-stuffs(which I felt compelled to do) actually ended up being a past time for me. I must add that it does sometimes get addictive, though. All BLOGGERS would Hurray to this.

Just before I signed in to post this piece of writing, I had something in mind, but as soon as I got onto it, the idea simply slipped pass me. Anyway, today would be the start of the week-long CNY break. No doubt holidays are fun and enjoyable, but sometimes they still come with burden-from homework and things of this sort. Just for the record, we were given so many questions to complete during the break that it left so many of us gasping.

This week's English lessons were relaxing and easy-going. We only did literature and there were nothing else to pressure us with during those lessons. Comparatively, the other subjects were often perplexing and required extra pondering at length. We did a short sketch on Boy,Tales of Childhood by Roald Dahl during one of the EALD lessons. The objective was simply to engage readers especially us students as to be more linked and connected to the story itself rather than looking from an outside view. It was fun yet jumpy.

I think I am running out of ideas and words. So I'd better scuttle off and rest. It's midnight and the day has just started. Adios.


--->If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter. -George Washington

Volume 1;Chapter 2: The Turning Point

I must say, my previous posts sounded negative and for one, I wouldn't want to be in the captivity of negativity. So henceforth, allow me to ditch in some pleasant insights.

Well, yesterday was a HOT day, no kidding here. Scouting for inspiration in Petaling Street left me exhausted by late afternoon and I came back feeling feverish. Nevertheless, I am OK and healthy. I ain't going into the details as my group members have written detailed accounts of the journey (Edward Law & Keoh Ying). {Added later: Ong}

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Anyway, you can tell that I am an avid fan of Calvin & Hobbes just because he is the most cheeky boy which would lighten you up through his seemingly innocent antics. Good job to Bill Waterson.

Finally, I am sure that many students are anticipating the week-long holiday break next week. Reunion and quality time spent with loved ones are just irreplaceable. So, have a nice Chinese New Year holiday......


--->If you're walking down the right path and you're willing to keep walking, eventually you'll make progress. -Barack Obama

Volume 1;Chapter 1: The Disappointing Day

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Well, kind of late to make a post but anyway, I feel I have to let out everything in me.

First thing's first, today is a bad day for me. Why? Stressed out by some calculus questions which in my opinion seemed tough. I don't know what my friends would think. To add to that, I spent the whole day attempting them. Really BAD. Even now, I haven't finished them. Even worse, I feel deprived of my personal space today when I had to deal with assignments when I had myself full of those questions. Ugh.....!!! Can't they wait.....???????!!!

Nonetheless, although at first EALD seemed like a tough and demanding subject, it still is though, I am beginning to look forward to those interesting lessons. I personally had a great time studying literature and to learn more about the devices associated with it. I hope our EALD lecturer-Miss Chan, would continue to inspire us students to achieve for glory. PS: She sometimes teaches very fast especially when she thinks we are behind schedule. Quite difficult to keep up with so many words in one second, ha.

Ah, one more thing. I am still a newbie to blogging, in the process of learning how to improve the features of it. So, for sure I would try my best to make it better.

I really do hope the days ahead would not be that tiring on the mind. I would be writing soon, I hope. God bless and GOOD NIGHT.

---> Greatness is achieved when one acknowledges his shortcomings and acts on them.