I don't want to leave. But then again, I want to.
I want to start studying again.
I don't want to leave Kuching.
I want to be in Shah Alam.
I don't want to be in Shah Alam.
I want to go shopping.
I don't want to wear baju kurung.
I want more shoes.
I don't have enough money for more shoes.
I want another bag.
I don't have enough money for another bag.
I want everything done.
Everything is not done.
Some things are done.
I like to gather my clothes to pack.
I don't like packing.
I can't wait to see my dad.
I can definitely wait to see my aunts, uncles and my grandmother.
I don't want to leave my bed.
I want to bring my bed and pillows along.
I want perfume (wait, where did that come from?)
I'm allergic to perfume.
I want to eat.
I'm not gaining weight.
Signing out,
walking contradiction
Two things are aesthetically perfect in the world- the clock and the cat. -Emile Auguste Chartier
Monday, June 28, 2010
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Breaking Dawn- Film Adaptation
I'm very sure everyone knows about the Twilight series. And I'm sure you know about the film adaptations and, like Harry Potter, all 4 books will make its way to cinemas near you. Anyway, I read somewhere that they wanted to split Breaking Dawn into 2 parts, making it somewhat like Deathly Hallows. Maxine says they (the brains behind Twilight) just wants to jump the bandwagon like HP.
Quoting Stephenie Meyer explaining the nature of splitting it into 2 movies was because, "The book is just so long!"
I beg to differ.
Let moi, Master of All Elements (now I'm just quoting A:TLA), break the book down for you.
Bella gets married and then goes off to Isle Esme for her honeymoon. The honeymoon is then cut short when Bella suspects she's pregnant (how is that possible?). Edward wants an abortion, Bella doesn't.
Jacob finds out Bella's pregnant. He leaves his pack and forms a new pack consisting of Seth and Leah Clearwater. Bella gives birth, loses lots of blood, Edward injects his venom to transform her into a vampire, she becomes and vampire. Oh, and Jake imprints on Renesmee, Bella's daughter.
Irina (another vampy) saw Renesmee in the woods and she alerts the Volturi. While the Volturi make their way to Forks (what took them so long?), the Cullens freak out and start looking for witnesses and Alice managed to find another 'speciment' like Renesmee. The Volturi surrender and everyone lived happily ever after.
THE END.
Now how is that long? How is that story line complicated?
I dunno. You tell me.
Signing out,
shiny Volvo
Quoting Stephenie Meyer explaining the nature of splitting it into 2 movies was because, "The book is just so long!"
I beg to differ.
Let moi, Master of All Elements (now I'm just quoting A:TLA), break the book down for you.
Bella gets married and then goes off to Isle Esme for her honeymoon. The honeymoon is then cut short when Bella suspects she's pregnant (how is that possible?). Edward wants an abortion, Bella doesn't.
Jacob finds out Bella's pregnant. He leaves his pack and forms a new pack consisting of Seth and Leah Clearwater. Bella gives birth, loses lots of blood, Edward injects his venom to transform her into a vampire, she becomes and vampire. Oh, and Jake imprints on Renesmee, Bella's daughter.
Irina (another vampy) saw Renesmee in the woods and she alerts the Volturi. While the Volturi make their way to Forks (what took them so long?), the Cullens freak out and start looking for witnesses and Alice managed to find another 'speciment' like Renesmee. The Volturi surrender and everyone lived happily ever after.
THE END.
Now how is that long? How is that story line complicated?
I dunno. You tell me.
Signing out,
shiny Volvo
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Looking Back
In the car on the way back from kampung, we saw an NS bus which belonged to KPP on the highway. Just looking at the bus reminded me of all kinds of funny conversations that we had in camp. Most of it wouldn't make much sense if I posted it up here because it's mostly Bidayuh and Iban jokes. But there is one that I can tell you. It's a conversation between me and my dorm mate from KL named Hui Xin. This happened when we sent those who came from Serian and Kuching back.
We're all waving, some crying (even the guys) and finally when the bus left, we walked back to the hall.
HX: *still crying*
Me: Don't cry. You'll see some of them in KL (cos some are going to study in KL).
HX: But *sniff* it's so long till I see them again.
Then she continues crying again.
She finally stops but still sniffling.
HX: *looks at me* I hungry liao.
My expression was more or less like 0.o??
Signing out,
cadbury, please?
We're all waving, some crying (even the guys) and finally when the bus left, we walked back to the hall.
HX: *still crying*
Me: Don't cry. You'll see some of them in KL (cos some are going to study in KL).
HX: But *sniff* it's so long till I see them again.
Then she continues crying again.
She finally stops but still sniffling.
HX: *looks at me* I hungry liao.
My expression was more or less like 0.o??
Signing out,
cadbury, please?
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Survival Skills 101
Wow, I must be very bored to actually come up with 2 blog posts a day. No wait, actually the first one doesn't count. Anyway, this post is about how to survive in National Service (NS).
No, I won't go over the fancy details about the history and what nots, but I will tell you (especially those that might get selected and might go) how to survive there.
1. Don't forget to breathe.
Yes. Very important rule. If you don't breathe, you won't survive. Got it? Good. If you must know, this is a joke. Just to lighten up the atmosphere =D
2. (Or rather 1, but who's counting? You are? Dang it!) Bring nail clipper
Very important. You don't want to have to nibble on your finger nails just to keep them short. A rather disgusting thing which might become an unsightly habit. A small but functional nail clipper would do. Always have it with you.
3. Use a purse.
Discard your Gucci wallet for a Lucci purse. Yes, a purse. The one with just one compartment. Make sure it's big enough for cards eg: IC, credit cards. That way, you always have cash with you, coins to make phone calls and you can keep your nail clipper inside! Genius, no?
4. Bring a small container.
Well, not too small. Just big enough to cook noodles in. Like Maggi, Mee Sedap, etc.. This would pretty much be your daily supper. But please, don't consume too much. You'll end up gaining weight. No wait, just fat. *shudders*
5. Chopsticks.
Yeah, they kinda confiscate metal spoons and forks. And unless you prefer using a plastic spoon that might leech out dangerous chemicals when in contact with hot water, use chopsticks. The little miracles, they are.
6. How to shine your boots.
I swear, we had a hard time learning how to do this. Asking the guys doesn't help much. Just be prepared to sacrifice a sock.
i. Put on the Kiwi thingy onto the boot with your finger (Make sure your nails are short before you do this). Why finger? That way you can feel how thick the paste should be. Not too thick and not too thin. Just as long as all surface of the boot (minus the cloth part) is covered with an even amount of paste.
ii. Leave to dry. Don't have to put it under the sun or anything. Just let it dry. Once it dries, it won't stain your finger when you touch it. I said touch, not rub. So just gently tap your finger onto the paste-covered boot to check.
iii. Have some water ready. Moist the sock a little and rub the sock onto the boot in circular motion. Don't bother rubbing it gently but as hard as you can. Use a different part of the sock from time to time. You'll see the boot starting to shine.
iv. If all else fails, call your teacher and she'll teach you.
7. How to do your bed.
They'll teach you the proper layout for your bed but to avoid a 'tsunami', prepare at least 6 safety pins. Averaged sized. After making your bed, pin the bedsheet and the bed together using the safety pins. That way, the bedsheet won't run away when you sleep, it will save time to do your bed in the morning and it'll avoid your bed getting a 'tsunami' if done properly. It would help if you iron your bedsheet to get rid of wrinkles to give the illusion of the bedsheet being taut.
8. Use contact lenses.
I'm not saying this is a must, but it will help those who use glasses. Especially in times like rafting, kayaking and sports like the obstacle course. At least your glasses are safe and you don't have to run around like a blind donkey.
9. Bring an alarm clock.
Since your phones will be surrendered back to the teachers on Sunday, you'll need alarm clocks to wake you up. Unless you're very lucky to have a friend you is an alarm clock, then bring your own. Chances are by the end of the day, you'll have to wake them up yourself (speaking from experience).
10. Sunblock.
Sunblock offers little or no protection when it comes to sunburn. Unless you have something along the lines of SPF 70 and above, be prepared to turn 2 shades (if you're lucky) darker on your face. However, lather sunblock generously to avoid sun damage to your skin. And no, sun damage is not getting darker. It's wrinkles in your mid-twenties.
11. Go with an open mind.
It'll save you lots of time. You may end up in the losing company but heck, that'll give you more chance to hate the winning team because if you're in the winning team, then everyone will hate you.
12. Bring something to entertain yourself.
Why? Because you'll be bored after dinner. I would suggest a Rubiks cube, books, Sudoku puzzle, crossword puzzle, word search or other things you may find entertaining. If you do own an MP3/MP4 player, bring it by all means. Use it wisely (not when someone's talking in front) and don't forget the charger.
13. Clothes.
DOn't bother packing much. You'll be using the clothes they give 90% of the time. Just bring your jammies and maybe a black shirt. It's the most universal colour that everyone would have in their suitcases and in case your team wants to do a choir or dance, you'll have identical coloured shirts.
I don't think I have any more to add. So I shall stop here. At survival trick number 13. Hmmm.. 13, eyh?
Signing out,
i-taunt-13
Ps: This guide is 100% useful if you're going to Kem Puncak Permai, Bau but only 85% useful if you're going to other camps.
No, I won't go over the fancy details about the history and what nots, but I will tell you (especially those that might get selected and might go) how to survive there.
1. Don't forget to breathe.
Yes. Very important rule. If you don't breathe, you won't survive. Got it? Good. If you must know, this is a joke. Just to lighten up the atmosphere =D
2. (Or rather 1, but who's counting? You are? Dang it!) Bring nail clipper
Very important. You don't want to have to nibble on your finger nails just to keep them short. A rather disgusting thing which might become an unsightly habit. A small but functional nail clipper would do. Always have it with you.
3. Use a purse.
Discard your Gucci wallet for a Lucci purse. Yes, a purse. The one with just one compartment. Make sure it's big enough for cards eg: IC, credit cards. That way, you always have cash with you, coins to make phone calls and you can keep your nail clipper inside! Genius, no?
4. Bring a small container.
Well, not too small. Just big enough to cook noodles in. Like Maggi, Mee Sedap, etc.. This would pretty much be your daily supper. But please, don't consume too much. You'll end up gaining weight. No wait, just fat. *shudders*
5. Chopsticks.
Yeah, they kinda confiscate metal spoons and forks. And unless you prefer using a plastic spoon that might leech out dangerous chemicals when in contact with hot water, use chopsticks. The little miracles, they are.
6. How to shine your boots.
I swear, we had a hard time learning how to do this. Asking the guys doesn't help much. Just be prepared to sacrifice a sock.
i. Put on the Kiwi thingy onto the boot with your finger (Make sure your nails are short before you do this). Why finger? That way you can feel how thick the paste should be. Not too thick and not too thin. Just as long as all surface of the boot (minus the cloth part) is covered with an even amount of paste.
ii. Leave to dry. Don't have to put it under the sun or anything. Just let it dry. Once it dries, it won't stain your finger when you touch it. I said touch, not rub. So just gently tap your finger onto the paste-covered boot to check.
iii. Have some water ready. Moist the sock a little and rub the sock onto the boot in circular motion. Don't bother rubbing it gently but as hard as you can. Use a different part of the sock from time to time. You'll see the boot starting to shine.
iv. If all else fails, call your teacher and she'll teach you.
7. How to do your bed.
They'll teach you the proper layout for your bed but to avoid a 'tsunami', prepare at least 6 safety pins. Averaged sized. After making your bed, pin the bedsheet and the bed together using the safety pins. That way, the bedsheet won't run away when you sleep, it will save time to do your bed in the morning and it'll avoid your bed getting a 'tsunami' if done properly. It would help if you iron your bedsheet to get rid of wrinkles to give the illusion of the bedsheet being taut.
8. Use contact lenses.
I'm not saying this is a must, but it will help those who use glasses. Especially in times like rafting, kayaking and sports like the obstacle course. At least your glasses are safe and you don't have to run around like a blind donkey.
9. Bring an alarm clock.
Since your phones will be surrendered back to the teachers on Sunday, you'll need alarm clocks to wake you up. Unless you're very lucky to have a friend you is an alarm clock, then bring your own. Chances are by the end of the day, you'll have to wake them up yourself (speaking from experience).
10. Sunblock.
Sunblock offers little or no protection when it comes to sunburn. Unless you have something along the lines of SPF 70 and above, be prepared to turn 2 shades (if you're lucky) darker on your face. However, lather sunblock generously to avoid sun damage to your skin. And no, sun damage is not getting darker. It's wrinkles in your mid-twenties.
11. Go with an open mind.
It'll save you lots of time. You may end up in the losing company but heck, that'll give you more chance to hate the winning team because if you're in the winning team, then everyone will hate you.
12. Bring something to entertain yourself.
Why? Because you'll be bored after dinner. I would suggest a Rubiks cube, books, Sudoku puzzle, crossword puzzle, word search or other things you may find entertaining. If you do own an MP3/MP4 player, bring it by all means. Use it wisely (not when someone's talking in front) and don't forget the charger.
13. Clothes.
DOn't bother packing much. You'll be using the clothes they give 90% of the time. Just bring your jammies and maybe a black shirt. It's the most universal colour that everyone would have in their suitcases and in case your team wants to do a choir or dance, you'll have identical coloured shirts.
I don't think I have any more to add. So I shall stop here. At survival trick number 13. Hmmm.. 13, eyh?
Signing out,
i-taunt-13
Ps: This guide is 100% useful if you're going to Kem Puncak Permai, Bau but only 85% useful if you're going to other camps.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
The Parallels
I 'graduated' from National Service last week. More like a few days ago but everything just seems so far away. Like one of those dreams where you can't decide whether or not its a nightmare or a sweet dream. I'm still pretty much undecided about my feelings about National Service. I may have A LOT to complain about NS, but generally, I think NS was just okay. Like, hmmm.. It's fine. Nothing to shout about. Besides, I think the camp I went to was pretty cool. I mean the Camp Commandant is rather lenient (compared to what I heard from other people about their camps)and what nots. However, my post is not about how "my camp is better than your camp" but to point out the parallels between KPP (Kem Puncak Permai. That's where I was) and HP (if you didn't get that, it stands for Harry Potter).
1. We have four companies.
Like in HP, we have four companies. Except theirs is called house and our companies are named after military style alphabets, Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta. Whatever they're called, they function the same way. Take care of your company/house, be the best, beat the rest, yada yada. Dormitories are also separated according to companies. And so there you have it. Similarity number one.
2. We have a Great Hall.
Similar to HP, we have a Great Hall where we assemble every day, usually during meal times. The only difference is that Dumbledore does not wave is hands and food does not magically appear on our table. We have to line up, cafeteria style. Sitting position is also determined by your respective company. No one from another company is allowed to sit with someone else from a different company. In simple terms, sit with your company.
3. Similarities in terms of behaviour.
Before I proceed, I have to point out that each company is represented by a certain colour. Alpha- red, Bravo- blue, Charlie- yellow and Delta- green. I know what you're thinking. Alpha is Gryffindor and so one and so forth.
3 (a) But no, especially to Alpha. They wish they're as cool as Gryffindor. But seriously, no. They're the reincarnation of Salazar himself. *insert evil laugh here* They are hands down Slytherin. Why? Well, they are major drama kings and queens. Queens especially. They're head teacher is exactly like Snape. They don't take losses well and most of all, they're hated by every other company in camp. That point should have been my first point. Oh, and they value ambition, cunning and leadership. Sounds very much like Slytherin, no?
3 (b) Bravo, on the other hand, is the only right one- Ravenclaw. I'm not saying we're (yea, I'm in Bravo) smart/ genius. But we had our fair share of wins. I wish we could call ourselves Gryffindor cos well, we're the only ones that Alpha hates A LOT. But well, we have more similarities to Ravenclaw than to Gryffindor. Our flag is blue and we have an eagle on our flag. Ravenclaw much, no? Oh, and we tend to win competitions that doesn't require much strength, example ping pong, netball, etc.. We're not the brawns and NS doesn't put much emphasis on brains. So Ravenclaw we are.
3 (c) I have to award the most coveted house, Gryffindor, to Charlie. We're (Bravo) are very close to Charlie. Although their colour is yellow, they're so not the Hufflepuffs in KPP. Technically speaking, they're not much of Gryffindors because well, they're not hated by Alphas, they're not much of a competition against Alpha and other usual 'Gryffindor vs Slytherin' rivalry but they are very similar to Gryffindor house values- courage, bravery, loyalty, nerve and chivalry.
3 (d) Delta is pretty much the typical Hufflepuff. They almost never win and I'm not saying that their weak, but well, other companies seem to overshadow them. They're rather soft-spoken and they keep to themselves most of the times. Delta shows much hard work, tolerance, loyalty and fair play which makes them very much similar to Hufflepuff.
4. A Forbidden Forest.
Yea, we have a forest nearby. We had the Wirajaya there. Wirajaya is more or less like survival camp except our camp didn't have much time to have proper survival training and other nonsense, we had sorta like a party is the middle of nowhere, eating Maggi and leftover Gawai tidbits. It's forbidden alright, but there are instances where we use it, just like in HP. However, in HP there is a colony of Acromantulas, in KPP we have an abundance of mosquitoes in the forest. They're both technically insects =D
5. The presence of a "Hogwarts Express"
It's not a train, that's for sure. But we have buses. Awesome travel mode, I must say (note: sarcasm). Buses are used to transport trainees (us) to places eg: church, mosque, etc..
6. House Elves
They're definitely not servants or slaves. They just do things when no one's around. They clean the bathrooms and dormitories when we're not around. So we never see them work. Except that time when I was sick and I rested in the dorm, they came in to clean the room. The other difference is that they just sweep and mop the floors. The rest is our responsibility.
I think that's about it. I guess I should say that this is for Maxine who is an avid HP fan and she didn't get selected for NS. In her words "NS is like Hogwarts but with less cool aura". I have to agree with her. And yet, after writing all this, I still don't have an epiphany about NS, especially on the subject of liking it.
Signing out,
wants-more-$$
Ps: I have loads of stories about NS but none suitable to be posted online. Know what I mean?
1. We have four companies.
Like in HP, we have four companies. Except theirs is called house and our companies are named after military style alphabets, Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta. Whatever they're called, they function the same way. Take care of your company/house, be the best, beat the rest, yada yada. Dormitories are also separated according to companies. And so there you have it. Similarity number one.
2. We have a Great Hall.
Similar to HP, we have a Great Hall where we assemble every day, usually during meal times. The only difference is that Dumbledore does not wave is hands and food does not magically appear on our table. We have to line up, cafeteria style. Sitting position is also determined by your respective company. No one from another company is allowed to sit with someone else from a different company. In simple terms, sit with your company.
3. Similarities in terms of behaviour.
Before I proceed, I have to point out that each company is represented by a certain colour. Alpha- red, Bravo- blue, Charlie- yellow and Delta- green. I know what you're thinking. Alpha is Gryffindor and so one and so forth.
3 (a) But no, especially to Alpha. They wish they're as cool as Gryffindor. But seriously, no. They're the reincarnation of Salazar himself. *insert evil laugh here* They are hands down Slytherin. Why? Well, they are major drama kings and queens. Queens especially. They're head teacher is exactly like Snape. They don't take losses well and most of all, they're hated by every other company in camp. That point should have been my first point. Oh, and they value ambition, cunning and leadership. Sounds very much like Slytherin, no?
3 (b) Bravo, on the other hand, is the only right one- Ravenclaw. I'm not saying we're (yea, I'm in Bravo) smart/ genius. But we had our fair share of wins. I wish we could call ourselves Gryffindor cos well, we're the only ones that Alpha hates A LOT. But well, we have more similarities to Ravenclaw than to Gryffindor. Our flag is blue and we have an eagle on our flag. Ravenclaw much, no? Oh, and we tend to win competitions that doesn't require much strength, example ping pong, netball, etc.. We're not the brawns and NS doesn't put much emphasis on brains. So Ravenclaw we are.
3 (c) I have to award the most coveted house, Gryffindor, to Charlie. We're (Bravo) are very close to Charlie. Although their colour is yellow, they're so not the Hufflepuffs in KPP. Technically speaking, they're not much of Gryffindors because well, they're not hated by Alphas, they're not much of a competition against Alpha and other usual 'Gryffindor vs Slytherin' rivalry but they are very similar to Gryffindor house values- courage, bravery, loyalty, nerve and chivalry.
3 (d) Delta is pretty much the typical Hufflepuff. They almost never win and I'm not saying that their weak, but well, other companies seem to overshadow them. They're rather soft-spoken and they keep to themselves most of the times. Delta shows much hard work, tolerance, loyalty and fair play which makes them very much similar to Hufflepuff.
4. A Forbidden Forest.
Yea, we have a forest nearby. We had the Wirajaya there. Wirajaya is more or less like survival camp except our camp didn't have much time to have proper survival training and other nonsense, we had sorta like a party is the middle of nowhere, eating Maggi and leftover Gawai tidbits. It's forbidden alright, but there are instances where we use it, just like in HP. However, in HP there is a colony of Acromantulas, in KPP we have an abundance of mosquitoes in the forest. They're both technically insects =D
5. The presence of a "Hogwarts Express"
It's not a train, that's for sure. But we have buses. Awesome travel mode, I must say (note: sarcasm). Buses are used to transport trainees (us) to places eg: church, mosque, etc..
6. House Elves
They're definitely not servants or slaves. They just do things when no one's around. They clean the bathrooms and dormitories when we're not around. So we never see them work. Except that time when I was sick and I rested in the dorm, they came in to clean the room. The other difference is that they just sweep and mop the floors. The rest is our responsibility.
I think that's about it. I guess I should say that this is for Maxine who is an avid HP fan and she didn't get selected for NS. In her words "NS is like Hogwarts but with less cool aura". I have to agree with her. And yet, after writing all this, I still don't have an epiphany about NS, especially on the subject of liking it.
Signing out,
wants-more-$$
Monday, June 14, 2010
The 'Big Guy Up There'.
So what exactly does God want me to do? I don't think he's sending me mixed messages. He doesn't do that, right?
See, I went through 2 interviews. Both of completely different pathways. One to do pharmacy under JPA and another to do teaching under Kementerian Pelajaran. Both are scholarship programmes where my parents would only have to come up with minimal expenses. During that time, I prayed telling God that although I do not know which one is His plan for me but I prayed that He would open the door to the one He wants me to do and close the one that is not right for me. I left everything into God's hands, putting my trust in Him that He knows and wants to give me the best in His plans.
Anyway, I received news about my JPA a few weeks ago and got the official letter last Saturday. I'll be doing GCE A-Level in International Education Centre (INTEC)in Shah Alam for 2 years then into International Medical University (IMU) for 4 years. So far, so good. I mean, Pharmacy. What I thought was best for me and what I gravitated towards.
And so this morning I received a text from Nadia saying the results for the Kursus Perguruan Lepas SPM (KPLSPM) is out. Before I could reply her, another text came in from 15888 saying "TAHNIAH". Okay, so that means I got the teaching thingy too. I came home and looked up in the MOE website. Lo and behold, they really have a dark sense of humour as to put me in a SJK school. And guess what? Not just any SJK school, an SJKT school. It instantly brought me back to the time the lecturers interviewed me. They asked if I could speak Tamil and I said no, but given the chance, I would definitely love to learn the language. I bet they kept it in mind and decide to make that decision as to when and where that certain chance would be.
So now my dilemma is that I asked God to 'take the wheel', to direct me to the path I should take. He didn't just close one door and open another. Nooo.. God opened both doors. I know I should be grateful because the interviewers found favour in me but why both? I know many would say keep JPA, drop KPLSPM but what if that is God's plan for me to teach?
I'm very confused at the moment. Pharmacy or teaching? Glamour or presents every 16th May (which happens to be a very significant date =P)
Help?
Signing out,
headache
See, I went through 2 interviews. Both of completely different pathways. One to do pharmacy under JPA and another to do teaching under Kementerian Pelajaran. Both are scholarship programmes where my parents would only have to come up with minimal expenses. During that time, I prayed telling God that although I do not know which one is His plan for me but I prayed that He would open the door to the one He wants me to do and close the one that is not right for me. I left everything into God's hands, putting my trust in Him that He knows and wants to give me the best in His plans.
Anyway, I received news about my JPA a few weeks ago and got the official letter last Saturday. I'll be doing GCE A-Level in International Education Centre (INTEC)in Shah Alam for 2 years then into International Medical University (IMU) for 4 years. So far, so good. I mean, Pharmacy. What I thought was best for me and what I gravitated towards.
And so this morning I received a text from Nadia saying the results for the Kursus Perguruan Lepas SPM (KPLSPM) is out. Before I could reply her, another text came in from 15888 saying "TAHNIAH". Okay, so that means I got the teaching thingy too. I came home and looked up in the MOE website. Lo and behold, they really have a dark sense of humour as to put me in a SJK school. And guess what? Not just any SJK school, an SJKT school. It instantly brought me back to the time the lecturers interviewed me. They asked if I could speak Tamil and I said no, but given the chance, I would definitely love to learn the language. I bet they kept it in mind and decide to make that decision as to when and where that certain chance would be.
So now my dilemma is that I asked God to 'take the wheel', to direct me to the path I should take. He didn't just close one door and open another. Nooo.. God opened both doors. I know I should be grateful because the interviewers found favour in me but why both? I know many would say keep JPA, drop KPLSPM but what if that is God's plan for me to teach?
I'm very confused at the moment. Pharmacy or teaching? Glamour or presents every 16th May (which happens to be a very significant date =P)
Help?
Signing out,
headache
Thursday, June 3, 2010
My Teacher Wants ~
I just received a phone call from my teacher in NS camp. Her calling me is not the funny thing. Her request was funny. Allow me to try and put the conversation into words and into my blog *teehee*
*phone rings. Doesn't recognise number. Picks up*
Me: Hello. (It sounded more like a question at that time)
Voice: Hello Abigail. Selamat Hari Gawai *really cheerful, happy voice*
Me: Err..Selamat Hari Gawai.
Voice: Ni Cikgu Dini.
Me: Oh, cikgu.. Kenapa?
Teacher: Nak tanya, Abigail kat mana sekarang?
Me: Kat rumah (another statement-like-question)
Teacher: Oh.. Boleh tolong cikgu, tak?
Me: Tolong? Macam mana?
Teacher: Boleh tolong cikgu beli seluar dalam?
Me: ??!! Hah?! Err.. Yang macam mana?
Teacher: Yang macam Shirley (she's my dorm mate) punya. Dia kata dia beli kat Tabuan Jaya.
Me: Err.. Boleh kot. *dissolves into a fit of giggles*
Teacher: Ha.. Gelaklah.. Gelak..
Me: Tak de la.. Okay.
Teacher: Thank you, Abigail *can practically hear her laugh*
Me: Uh.. No problem.
Tell me, is that not the farni-est conversation ever?
Signing out,
MAYONNAISE!!!
*phone rings. Doesn't recognise number. Picks up*
Me: Hello. (It sounded more like a question at that time)
Voice: Hello Abigail. Selamat Hari Gawai *really cheerful, happy voice*
Me: Err..Selamat Hari Gawai.
Voice: Ni Cikgu Dini.
Me: Oh, cikgu.. Kenapa?
Teacher: Nak tanya, Abigail kat mana sekarang?
Me: Kat rumah (another statement-like-question)
Teacher: Oh.. Boleh tolong cikgu, tak?
Me: Tolong? Macam mana?
Teacher: Boleh tolong cikgu beli seluar dalam?
Me: ??!! Hah?! Err.. Yang macam mana?
Teacher: Yang macam Shirley (she's my dorm mate) punya. Dia kata dia beli kat Tabuan Jaya.
Me: Err.. Boleh kot. *dissolves into a fit of giggles*
Teacher: Ha.. Gelaklah.. Gelak..
Me: Tak de la.. Okay.
Teacher: Thank you, Abigail *can practically hear her laugh*
Me: Uh.. No problem.
Tell me, is that not the farni-est conversation ever?
Signing out,
MAYONNAISE!!!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
She Has Nothing Else To Talk About
What else am I supposed to talk (read: rant) about?
You must think I have a lot of time and holidays to go home and blog about my life in camp. That's cos I'm lucky to come back or rather grab every single holiday as well as add some of my own.
Some asked why I didn't bail to go to Form 6. I guess I want to stay till the end. I hear the end is the best so why not?
I celebrated my birthday in camp. Not as fun but can anyone complain? My friends managed to go to Spring after church and they bought doughnuts from Big Apple. Cute, no?
I think I appeared on tv when some the Timbalan Menteri Pertahanan came to visit our camp. I was one of the escorts (or whatever they're called).
We had a Malam Citera Puisi (I think that's what its called). The guys were very sakai to see make-up they insisted we put make-up on them. The funny thing was every single one of the guys cried when we put on the eyeliner.
Before that, we had the obstacle course in the morning. Imagine, during the day we're like "Wirawati Sejati", mud covered and all but in the night, we're all dressed up for the red carpet. Or more like Datins.
I still can't say that NS is the best thing that ever happened to me. However, I'll let you know once I finish NS, kay?
Signing out,
I-is-Home
You must think I have a lot of time and holidays to go home and blog about my life in camp. That's cos I'm lucky to come back or rather grab every single holiday as well as add some of my own.
Some asked why I didn't bail to go to Form 6. I guess I want to stay till the end. I hear the end is the best so why not?
I celebrated my birthday in camp. Not as fun but can anyone complain? My friends managed to go to Spring after church and they bought doughnuts from Big Apple. Cute, no?
I think I appeared on tv when some the Timbalan Menteri Pertahanan came to visit our camp. I was one of the escorts (or whatever they're called).
We had a Malam Citera Puisi (I think that's what its called). The guys were very sakai to see make-up they insisted we put make-up on them. The funny thing was every single one of the guys cried when we put on the eyeliner.
Before that, we had the obstacle course in the morning. Imagine, during the day we're like "Wirawati Sejati", mud covered and all but in the night, we're all dressed up for the red carpet. Or more like Datins.
I still can't say that NS is the best thing that ever happened to me. However, I'll let you know once I finish NS, kay?
Signing out,
I-is-Home
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)