Wednesday, April 27, 2011
What a chore!
Marking essays is so dreadful and tiring, it saps all your energy and spirits away like a vampire ;(
Sunday, April 10, 2011
life
Life's been busy as usual. Term break came and whizzed past me. Over in the blink of an eye. Sigh. I went for some servicing for my car and bought Redline engine oil prior to going to the workshop. Got the 5w30 variant. Then drove my dad and I to his cousin's workshop and changed the EO, air filter and aircon filter. Pretty basic. He charged us $50 only, duper cheap. However, it was pretty evident they were lousy at servicing. They knew the parts to change, but they didn't do any thorough checks or clean the throttle (I don't know what that means, only know that term from other WS websites). Guess I won't be going back the next time. But the Redline oil was really good. Makes the engine run smoother and the gear change is more subtle than before.
Work isn't a bed of roses. Wished I could just take some holidays myself lol.
Work isn't a bed of roses. Wished I could just take some holidays myself lol.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Hectic Life
Dear blog,
Went for standard chartered marathon, and it was a nightmare. I could still maintain the jogging / running till about 28km, after which I gave up and walked the rest of the journey. It was such a hot and arduous morning, and it felt totally terrible. When I had finally reached the finishing point, I was red from sun burn, and my legs hurt badly. Couldn't walk. Took a cab home and slept!
Then I had gone to Krabi in the hopes of doing my virgin wakeboarding with my friends. Turned out that there wasn't wakeboarding there. So I did some kayaking in Krabi on the first day, then my friend drove 190km all the way to Phuket for wakeboarding. I didn't really manage to stand on the water after the 2hour session, probably because I was too stiff haha. Then at night, I drove the journey back. We got lost and probably clocked 230km haha!
The wonderful and lazy holidays finally ended and soon, school's starting. What a super uber duper hectic and busy life!!! One can never imagine the workload! I work at home after work at night; I work on weekends; I work everyday throughout the CNY holidays. That's how life is for me. I hope it will get better soon enough. Looking forward to the term break!
Went for standard chartered marathon, and it was a nightmare. I could still maintain the jogging / running till about 28km, after which I gave up and walked the rest of the journey. It was such a hot and arduous morning, and it felt totally terrible. When I had finally reached the finishing point, I was red from sun burn, and my legs hurt badly. Couldn't walk. Took a cab home and slept!
Then I had gone to Krabi in the hopes of doing my virgin wakeboarding with my friends. Turned out that there wasn't wakeboarding there. So I did some kayaking in Krabi on the first day, then my friend drove 190km all the way to Phuket for wakeboarding. I didn't really manage to stand on the water after the 2hour session, probably because I was too stiff haha. Then at night, I drove the journey back. We got lost and probably clocked 230km haha!
The wonderful and lazy holidays finally ended and soon, school's starting. What a super uber duper hectic and busy life!!! One can never imagine the workload! I work at home after work at night; I work on weekends; I work everyday throughout the CNY holidays. That's how life is for me. I hope it will get better soon enough. Looking forward to the term break!
Sunday, October 17, 2010
run run run
Dear blog,
Ever since I've gotten the car, I've gotten used to driving and feeling good every time I take a much shorter duration to get to school. However, there were some minor incidents that upset me, like brushing against kerb and others, resulting in some scratches. The first incident resulted in a $70 hole in pocket, the second time I just ignored it as it's futile to attempt to patch back any flaws.
Just gotten my iphone on Thursday 14 Oct from M1. Bro has got some corporate plan where I could get either 40% off for the first 2 basic plans, and 60% off for the 3rd most expensive plan. So I got that and paid $60 for my iphone 32gb, and am paying $39.20 every month for the $98 plan. A sweeeeeet deal. Too bad have to get a new number. I like this new number too, but I also like the original sighz. What a hassle to change phone number, that is IF I decide to change. Have to inform friends, change online personal information like online banking, NS.sg, singapore portal, insurance, blah blah blah. Sighz. Guess I'll just use this new line till 24mths then terminate it; meantime just use it for extra phone calls / sms and also for fellow iphone friends.
Went for the New Balance run today. I haven't been training, and with the lack of sleep, I really couldn't run. Took around 2hrs for the 15km. Sucks. Going for stand chart in December too, wonder how on earth am I going to conquer it. Gotta start intensive training!
Ever since I've gotten the car, I've gotten used to driving and feeling good every time I take a much shorter duration to get to school. However, there were some minor incidents that upset me, like brushing against kerb and others, resulting in some scratches. The first incident resulted in a $70 hole in pocket, the second time I just ignored it as it's futile to attempt to patch back any flaws.
Just gotten my iphone on Thursday 14 Oct from M1. Bro has got some corporate plan where I could get either 40% off for the first 2 basic plans, and 60% off for the 3rd most expensive plan. So I got that and paid $60 for my iphone 32gb, and am paying $39.20 every month for the $98 plan. A sweeeeeet deal. Too bad have to get a new number. I like this new number too, but I also like the original sighz. What a hassle to change phone number, that is IF I decide to change. Have to inform friends, change online personal information like online banking, NS.sg, singapore portal, insurance, blah blah blah. Sighz. Guess I'll just use this new line till 24mths then terminate it; meantime just use it for extra phone calls / sms and also for fellow iphone friends.
Went for the New Balance run today. I haven't been training, and with the lack of sleep, I really couldn't run. Took around 2hrs for the 15km. Sucks. Going for stand chart in December too, wonder how on earth am I going to conquer it. Gotta start intensive training!
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Another update.
hey bloggie,
I've been late in typing here again. Anyway, so far so good. I went for a short vacation to Macau w/ family in June during the holidays and was pleasantly surprised by the cool weather and nice small city. Ate the nice noodles, 'shao la', macau pork chop bun, and Portuguese egg tarts there. Overall taste and impression was good! I had printed out some famous places of interest and food heavens prior to leaving, and am I glad I did so, else we would be fumbling over there lol. Actually the 2nd day was a disaster, because I had planned the whole day to be a walking sight-seeing trip. Alas, it rained throughout, and our shoes were soaked and we were feeling cold and tired from the walking, especially since my parents have ailing knees and ankles. In the end, after walking for a good half of the day, we took a cab back to hotel and then rested awhile before heading for the casinos again haha! We visited all the major casinos and also did Venetian Macau, which had a splendid interior! A very good eye opener =) It was a good trip overall, thanks to planning beforehand! =)
Soon, it was time to start practicum. The 1 month break had come to an abrupt end, for me =( It was actually pretty alright for me, not too tiring and I didn't have many lessons a day as well. Enjoyed my time here, especially since I had many new practicum teachers with me as well, and had good CTs. I didn't do well for my Sup first observation for Eng; it was a complete flop because the lesson was just too difficult for them haiz =( but anyway, I did good for my second observation for CPA, and that should do the trick =) Anyway, I've sorta completed all my observations, and am now waiting for it to end =) Another 3 more months before I plunge into the real world of teaching =)
This week marked an important milestone in my life. I got a second hand car from Ubi AML, at a good price! I suddenly got interested in cars, and after a short research online, went down and checked almost all the cars out. On the 2nd day there, my dad and I placed a deposit already. Then, the salesman did some repair/maintenance work for me before I collected my car. I sourced for my own motor insurance from Aviva as it was much cheaper (a good $250 lesser) than the salesman's lowest quotes from various insurance companies. The car is a Toyota Corolla Altis Black 1.6A, first registered in Jan 2006, so it's considered 4 half years old now =) But! Both the interior and exterior looked exceptionally new and beautiful, especially since the dealer had changed all the seats inside to a brand new beige leather upholstery =) Then after collecting the car on Friday, my dad and I went down to Poh Heng and changed the rims and tyres on Saturday. Paid $320 after trading in the original 15" sports rims and tyres, for a 2nd hand 17" rims and tyres. It was a superb price, and the results were significant. My dad felt that handling and grip was improved, and the price was well-spent =) I could also feel the difference too, even though I was still green at driving.
We went a few places on Saturday night with the whole family, and my dad guided me to some places and I actually drove on the highway for the first time. Yeee haw! Feels shiok! =)
I've been late in typing here again. Anyway, so far so good. I went for a short vacation to Macau w/ family in June during the holidays and was pleasantly surprised by the cool weather and nice small city. Ate the nice noodles, 'shao la', macau pork chop bun, and Portuguese egg tarts there. Overall taste and impression was good! I had printed out some famous places of interest and food heavens prior to leaving, and am I glad I did so, else we would be fumbling over there lol. Actually the 2nd day was a disaster, because I had planned the whole day to be a walking sight-seeing trip. Alas, it rained throughout, and our shoes were soaked and we were feeling cold and tired from the walking, especially since my parents have ailing knees and ankles. In the end, after walking for a good half of the day, we took a cab back to hotel and then rested awhile before heading for the casinos again haha! We visited all the major casinos and also did Venetian Macau, which had a splendid interior! A very good eye opener =) It was a good trip overall, thanks to planning beforehand! =)
Soon, it was time to start practicum. The 1 month break had come to an abrupt end, for me =( It was actually pretty alright for me, not too tiring and I didn't have many lessons a day as well. Enjoyed my time here, especially since I had many new practicum teachers with me as well, and had good CTs. I didn't do well for my Sup first observation for Eng; it was a complete flop because the lesson was just too difficult for them haiz =( but anyway, I did good for my second observation for CPA, and that should do the trick =) Anyway, I've sorta completed all my observations, and am now waiting for it to end =) Another 3 more months before I plunge into the real world of teaching =)
This week marked an important milestone in my life. I got a second hand car from Ubi AML, at a good price! I suddenly got interested in cars, and after a short research online, went down and checked almost all the cars out. On the 2nd day there, my dad and I placed a deposit already. Then, the salesman did some repair/maintenance work for me before I collected my car. I sourced for my own motor insurance from Aviva as it was much cheaper (a good $250 lesser) than the salesman's lowest quotes from various insurance companies. The car is a Toyota Corolla Altis Black 1.6A, first registered in Jan 2006, so it's considered 4 half years old now =) But! Both the interior and exterior looked exceptionally new and beautiful, especially since the dealer had changed all the seats inside to a brand new beige leather upholstery =) Then after collecting the car on Friday, my dad and I went down to Poh Heng and changed the rims and tyres on Saturday. Paid $320 after trading in the original 15" sports rims and tyres, for a 2nd hand 17" rims and tyres. It was a superb price, and the results were significant. My dad felt that handling and grip was improved, and the price was well-spent =) I could also feel the difference too, even though I was still green at driving.
We went a few places on Saturday night with the whole family, and my dad guided me to some places and I actually drove on the highway for the first time. Yeee haw! Feels shiok! =)
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