In my whole life, I've had 2 pets. For now, I'll name them "Johor" & "Bahru".
Yesterday marks the last day I brought Bahru out for a "outing", as I handed him over to his new owner today. Hahaha...
Isn't life a strange thing...
Let's see - Johor was my first pet, and I've been keeping him for a long time. Frankly speaking, I'm very glad to have him. He's easy to take care, easy to control, easy to maintain. Of course, he's not without his demerit. He likes to dash at every single pillar, every single tree. He's crazy about balls, and he likes to fight. (but it's nothing that I couldn't control)
I took him for about 8 months long, before he was "forcefully taken" away from me. That was such an irrational decision back then. I don't want to go back to that anymore since it's in the past, but I really wasn't very happy (that's putting it in a nice way) when he was taken away. But what can I do?
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And so came Mr Bahru. Again, I took him for around 8 to 9 months. At first, I didn't think too badly of him. He's likes to show his affection, he's generally obedient during serious business. Unfortunately, his "natural-born physical deficiency" made him one of the worst pet you can get. The key difference is that I can control Johor bad points, but there is not a single ****I can do about Bahru bad points.
Deep down, I know it's not his fault that he's borned this way... I've tried treating him with every possible means. I consulted the vet, I consulted the experts, I changed his diet, I gave him medicine...
But all those are just temporary solutions. It doesn't solve the root of the problem. After the medicine is finished, he just go back to his old self. Haiz... and it is this problem that really give me a big headache.
It's one thing when he "do it" at his house. It's another when he "do it" outside, especially on "public areas". You have to go experience it to really understand the pain. I can only describe it as torturous and disastrous. Just imagine...
You're tired, you're shagged out, and now you have this huge mess to clear. Worst, everyone around is like "OMFG! WTF?!" and you have to endure the absolute embarrassment...
It's not just once or twice. It happens again and again and again... I've lost count. Even though by By now, I can generally observe his actions and know when it is "coming", but it isn't 100% proof. What's more, it's an extra thing to worry about. It just stress and tires you out even more.
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Anyway. It's all over now. I've already done all I can, and now Johor is back to me. Hopefully, Bahru will be happier with his new owner.
And for the new owner.
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Just pray.
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Just pray that his illness will one day be miraculously healed.
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I give you my blessings.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
The Dictionary
I think I'm experiencing some kind of emotional instability. I can go from joyous to sadness almost instantaneously. I can get extremely angry over a small matter when at other times, the same thing wouldn't even bother me a bit. I have those kind of huge mood swings, and it depends on the environment, the people and basically just what I am thinking/focusing on at that moment.
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Many times, I think that I've seen through it. I felt that I've come to acceptance with everything that is happening.
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But it is only during the tough moments, when I know that I still couldn't face the truth.
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I've searched the dictionary many times...
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Many times.
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Again and again...
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And again...
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But I couldn't find the meaning of freedom.
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Many times, I think that I've seen through it. I felt that I've come to acceptance with everything that is happening.
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But it is only during the tough moments, when I know that I still couldn't face the truth.
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I've searched the dictionary many times...
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Many times.
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Again and again...
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And again...
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But I couldn't find the meaning of freedom.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
NES Speed Run
Speed run of some classic NES games.
Circus Charlie - 1 of the very first games I played.
Yie Ar Kungfu - Classic game with one of the most memorable track.
Contra
Antartica Adventure
Balloon Fight
Super Mario Bros - Clearing the original in 5 minutes.
Circus Charlie - 1 of the very first games I played.
Yie Ar Kungfu - Classic game with one of the most memorable track.
Contra
Antartica Adventure
Balloon Fight
Super Mario Bros - Clearing the original in 5 minutes.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
NTU Checkup
Hmm... I think this can be considered my "first official trip" to NTU. I don't think I've ever step onto that piece of land (why am I starting to talk like this) before.
Coincidentally, Yun Zhen's going there for an interview & Shi Hao tagged along to meet his friend after the last paper (sorta), so we went together.
Went separate ways after arrival and I went to the Med Center. Wow. Saw a lot of old friends there.
This world is so small... the secondary school friend of my poly friend is actually working at humph... Simi sai... got so coincidence or not? No wonder he looks so familiar -_-
As for my Poly Friends... nothing much to say. Just the same as those back at the kindergarten. I call them the "June Fiends". Grrrrr... I hate June Fiends. They're evil and they makes me MAD.
Anyway, the queue was quite long and "looks to be" totally random. Took about 2 hours plus all in total. Left at around 1630 after reuniting with the both of them. I don't know what the hell they're smoking but they had to go "attempt to find a new bus-stop". Why can't we just take the bus-stop that we alight from -_-. Think what? Explore the campus ar? In the end don't know walk how long then reach the bus-stop, and took the bus that brought us exactly to the place we came from.
#^$%&#%@$%@#$@*%^&%^#
Went to eat dinner together & play a bit of arcade at JE before going home.
Shagged out...
Coincidentally, Yun Zhen's going there for an interview & Shi Hao tagged along to meet his friend after the last paper (sorta), so we went together.
Went separate ways after arrival and I went to the Med Center. Wow. Saw a lot of old friends there.
This world is so small... the secondary school friend of my poly friend is actually working at humph... Simi sai... got so coincidence or not? No wonder he looks so familiar -_-
As for my Poly Friends... nothing much to say. Just the same as those back at the kindergarten. I call them the "June Fiends". Grrrrr... I hate June Fiends. They're evil and they makes me MAD.
Anyway, the queue was quite long and "looks to be" totally random. Took about 2 hours plus all in total. Left at around 1630 after reuniting with the both of them. I don't know what the hell they're smoking but they had to go "attempt to find a new bus-stop". Why can't we just take the bus-stop that we alight from -_-. Think what? Explore the campus ar? In the end don't know walk how long then reach the bus-stop, and took the bus that brought us exactly to the place we came from.
#^$%&#%@$%@#$@*%^&%^#
Went to eat dinner together & play a bit of arcade at JE before going home.
Shagged out...
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
The Forbidden Kingdom
Went to watch the movie that's hyped as the first collaboration between Jet Li and Jackie Chan. Participants include Benjamin, Edwin, Wei Long and Geraint. (Thanks Zhi Wei for 2 free tickets)
Been very long since I last watched a movie. Er... to be exactly, been very long since I last watched a movie at the cinema. Well anyway, about the movie itself.
I think the Forbidden Kingdom's story and characters is not as good as the Kay Kingdom is pretty awesome. In fact, personally I'll give it 4 out of 5 stars.
But then again, I can totally understand why some would go as far as to give it 1 out of 5. Many portions are extremely cheesy, or what I would like to call "lame".
It'll make you (ok, make me) express something along the lines of "Simi sai!", "What the hell!!!", etc...
But the lameness & randomness is what makes it so humorous and fun to watch. If you can take these "faults" as 笑点 (points to laugh at) rather than "faults", you will definitely enjoy the show. Another point is that pure English speakers may not really get to appreciate the whole movie, as there are numerous language related jokes. Of course, knowledge of the Chinese culture and legends like the Monkey God will add to the enjoyment of the movie.
The movie speaks about an American boy that traveled through time, back into ancient china in order to complete a mission - to return the "Golden Staff" to Sun Wu Kong the Monkey God. The whole journey is filled with lots of fighting and hilarious scenes - like the one where the Drunken Immortal prays for rain.
I like the designs of the characters a lot, especially the White Hair Demoness. From her eyes, her hair, her costume and her whip weapon, to the way she fights. All damn "stylo". Liu Yi Fei looks outstanding too, when she's playing the instrument.
Almost every fight scene is mesmerizing and fun to watch, especially the epic finale battle.
Everyone was like "Ahhhhh~ put the pole on the statue~!!".
I like the twist in the end where they reveal the identity of Jet Li. It's something that was planted very very early in the movie to the audience, but only revealed at the end.
Some portions were disappointing thought, like the death of the White Hair Demon (not epic enough, although it sure is funny). I was wishing for a better final fight between Sun Wukong & the Warlord (he didn't use his "Sucking Skill"!). The ending was also quite... unsatisfactory to say the least.
Neverthless, I enjoyed the movie a lot.
P.S: If Benji didn't keep mumbling about crappy stuffs through the show... -_-
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After the movie, went to KBuffet with Edwin, Benji, Choo and later joined by Joseph. First time been to a KBuffet and I think it's quite "wu hua". The food alone is worth about $15 to $20 depending on how much you can eat. ^_^
Quite an enjoyable session. Eating ice cream while listening to Andy Lau perform for you, and of course we couldn't resist doing some "lyric changes" here and there. Hahaha.
And guess what's our ending (and craziest) song that night?
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Yeah.
Sun Wu Kong. -_-
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Is this coincidence or what?
Been very long since I last watched a movie. Er... to be exactly, been very long since I last watched a movie at the cinema. Well anyway, about the movie itself.
I think the Forbidden Kingdom's story and characters
But then again, I can totally understand why some would go as far as to give it 1 out of 5. Many portions are extremely cheesy, or what I would like to call "lame".
It'll make you (ok, make me) express something along the lines of "Simi sai!", "What the hell!!!", etc...
But the lameness & randomness is what makes it so humorous and fun to watch. If you can take these "faults" as 笑点 (points to laugh at) rather than "faults", you will definitely enjoy the show. Another point is that pure English speakers may not really get to appreciate the whole movie, as there are numerous language related jokes. Of course, knowledge of the Chinese culture and legends like the Monkey God will add to the enjoyment of the movie.
The movie speaks about an American boy that traveled through time, back into ancient china in order to complete a mission - to return the "Golden Staff" to Sun Wu Kong the Monkey God. The whole journey is filled with lots of fighting and hilarious scenes - like the one where the Drunken Immortal prays for rain.
I like the designs of the characters a lot, especially the White Hair Demoness. From her eyes, her hair, her costume and her whip weapon, to the way she fights. All damn "stylo". Liu Yi Fei looks outstanding too, when she's playing the instrument.
Almost every fight scene is mesmerizing and fun to watch, especially the epic finale battle.
Everyone was like "Ahhhhh~ put the pole on the statue~!!".
I like the twist in the end where they reveal the identity of Jet Li. It's something that was planted very very early in the movie to the audience, but only revealed at the end.
Some portions were disappointing thought, like the death of the White Hair Demon (not epic enough, although it sure is funny). I was wishing for a better final fight between Sun Wukong & the Warlord (he didn't use his "Sucking Skill"!). The ending was also quite... unsatisfactory to say the least.
Neverthless, I enjoyed the movie a lot.
P.S: If Benji didn't keep mumbling about crappy stuffs through the show... -_-
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After the movie, went to KBuffet with Edwin, Benji, Choo and later joined by Joseph. First time been to a KBuffet and I think it's quite "wu hua". The food alone is worth about $15 to $20 depending on how much you can eat. ^_^
Quite an enjoyable session. Eating ice cream while listening to Andy Lau perform for you, and of course we couldn't resist doing some "lyric changes" here and there. Hahaha.
And guess what's our ending (and craziest) song that night?
...
Yeah.
Sun Wu Kong. -_-
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Is this coincidence or what?
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