a-Maze me.


Life is like an intricate maze. You spend most of the time meandering through various routes, in hope of finding your so-called 'way out'. But when a dead end is encountered, your confidence falls. Some might pick themselves up but some might just give up at the thought of going through the same torment all over again. Soon, more and more will drop out from the race. Even the strong ones fumble.


But think again. What exactly is it that is drawing everyone to getting to that particular goal? Is it the alluring reward that will be bestowed upon you? Is it the pressure that the environment is exerting on you? Or is it just to fulfill someone else's dream? Ask yourself: are you and will you be truly happy?


Good for you if your answer is yes. Otherwise, why not abandon the route that you're currently embarked on? Break free from the labyrinth and create another one. Who says there can only be one way out? Work towards your desired goal. Some might cast judgmental looks but some might be there to extend their support to you. Just like before, obstacles exist, in hope of making you fall. But think about how you'll reap your sweet rewards in the end, it could break your fall and make you stronger. Eventually, when you've attained what you wanted, you'll find yourself in a position much better than those who decided to go along with the default route, not materialistically but spiritually.


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It takes courage to deviate from the norm's path, just like how i need courage (to face my group members) to be blogging now instead of doing my accounting project - i know there isn't any link.


But honestly, i don't have that kind of courage. So i'm in no position to convince others to pursue their own desired dream. But my point is, i really admire those who 'dare to dream'. That encompasses the risk that comes along with chasing their dream and also the disapproving comments from others, which are inevitable.


Right now, i'm leading the 'default' life that is 'planned' for me. I'm not entirely satisfied with it but i'm not entirely unhappy with it either, so i'm accepting it in a somewhat graceful approach. But life's short. Well, geography majors might refute by stating that 'life expectancy' has increased. Oh well, attempt to crack a joke failed majorly. You know i don't mean that literally. Anyway, by that, i was referring to life being short. There are many things that i've thought of but never did try because either i didn't have the courage to do so or i'm simply being skeptical of the oppositions that i'm going to face. I know that i'll definitely have regrets in the future but i'm too coward to face the risk and uncertainty that lie ahead lest i decide to choose a different path.


Maybe i should continue walking on this safe and designated path for the time being before giving myself a chance to explore areas outside of my comfort zone.


I looked through several sites for inspirational quotes and by far, this is my favourite one:


To unpathed waters, undreamed shores.
- William Shakespeare


So simple, yet it says so much. To Shakespeare.











For I am breathing only for this


Trading Yesterday is no doubt one of my favourite bands. Their songs are so good that i can just listen to them non stop for the whole day. There was once when i had one song on repeat for like 6 hours straight and i didn't get the least bored. Their songs are mostly soft rock in a serene kinda way (but definitely not those that make you feel like sleeping) and sound nothing like those billboard hits that you heard on radio.




Guys if you're reading this, just listen to their songs. I'm sure you all will appreciate them just like how I do. Trust me.


Weichong turns 20 tmr and yesterday we had an advanced celebration at Timbre Art House. It was just a simple one-on-one date but nonetheless enjoyable. I made a really wise choice by making a reservation (2 weeks in advance- hey there is nth kiasu abt this, i'm simply planning ahead of time) because otherwise, we'd hafta queue for a really long time. Coincidentally, Shernwhey was there and he was one of the unfortunate many who had to queue up.








He is such a joke. Cracks me up all the time. :))



The Grasshopper. The cherry was the nicest part of the drink. Well, that says a lot. So i guess it'll probably be my first and last time drinking this.



Our drinks. Btw both drinks cost the same but his was worth the cost so much more in terms of amount!


We managed to get a really good table with a really good view of the band. Enigma was playing that night and the music was great, with classics like Yellow and also interesting picks such as Bad Romance, Nobody and Mama Mia. It was kind of fun singing along with some of the songs though i'm really bad with lyrics. Hey you can't blame me for being a Music person, instead of a Lyrics one.


The celebration at Timbre ended with us deciding not to continue hogging the table. I still have no idea why they gave us a table meant for 4.
















Haven't made him a DIY gift for a loooong time so here it is! Everything was done from scratch (except the wooden frame) and i'm so proud of what i came up with. :) Well actually i prepared another present for him but it's too gay to be shown here. =x


Happy 20th birthday, love. :))


Today was supposed to be Tutorial Day but i just wasted my entire day watching videos again. Urgh! I've gotta stop doing that! MAMEIQI CAN YOU PRACTICE MORE SELF-RESTRAINT?!


SOMEONE SHOULD JUST CONFISCATE MY LAPTOP OR STH.


Okay.


I should start on my tutorials. NOW.



Do you have to let it linger


Yesterday sure was an eventful day. Well, kinda. I mean, compared to a typical day revolved around mugging, it sure was.


Traveled 1.5hrs to school to attend a 45 min tutorial which i attended alone. All thanks to kayla and finian who both woke up late. Met them at cityhall (they were happily having breakfast at starbucks -.-) and made our way to the IT fair at suntec. Wasn't tt crowded for a Friday afternoon. Finian, being really efficient, grabbed his queue no the moment we reached the Singtel section. Kayla and I roamed about, exploring new phones, while Finian was getting his BB. Sadly, no phone caught my eye. Except for iPhone, that is. The best deal for me was $518 for the 16GB phone with the $39 iFlexi Plan. It's kinda pricey so i've gotta get my papa's consent first. Low chance though. :/


After the IT fair, while we were on our way to cine for our movie, something bad happened.


I LOST MY EZLINK CARD!! :(((((((


And so i had to call up SBS to terminate my card cus it's kinda linked to my papa's giro account and i'd get killed by him if someone misuses it.


Set off to cineleisure with a heavy heart (have to pay $$$ to apply for a new card!!) and lunched at Pastamania (didn't know about the 30% discount for students from 2-5pm). Caught "Up in the air' (nominated for Oscars for best picture so must watch). According to kayla, it was a "depressing show" for her. My brother strongly recommended it but i just thought it was NOT BAD. Maybe i just didn't get it.


Headed back to school (lots of travelling today huh!) because me and kayla had an interview for Engin camp at 7pm. Haha at least if i didn't get into union camp, hopefully i can get into this camp! Made our way to UCC for Anna's dance concert. Overall, it was okay just that it was a little too 'abstract' for me! It was too 'artsy' for me to understand. But the last item had an impact on me, in an eerie way, because the music was really spooky! Man, it gave me chills! It was like a scene straight from a horror film! Clearly i'm not bestowed with the gift of being able to appreciate such abstract stuff.


Waited for anna after the concert so that we could give her the pretty sunflower that we bought. Really pretty! :)





Reached home close to 12 and i was really tired but somehow i managed to find the energy to sit infront of the comp and start watching Cruel Temptation (a super addictive drama!!). Watched 4 hrs worth of show before forcing myself to go to bed because the plot was getting more exciting with each episode!


(Don't read the below paragraph if u dun watch AI. It'll just be a waste of ur time.)


Anyway I just watched AI's result show (which i missed because of anna's concert) and I'M SO PISSED OFF WITH THE RESULTS! ALEX LAMBERT AND LILLY SCOTT (ESPECIALLY HER) DUN DESERVE TO GET VOTED OUT! Alex has such a genuine and sincere voice while Lilly's simply unique! C'mon there are so many contestants who are not worthy enough to be in the top 12! What on earth are the Americans thinking?!! I once had high hopes for Andrew Garcia because of his kickass version of Paula's 'Straight Up' during the hollywood auditions but since then, his standard has been dropping.


Why is this season of AI so disappointing?



Sing to me on a cloudy day


Am contemplating whether to go to the gym later. For the past 2 weeks, i gave up my gym sessions to concentrate on my mid terms and for some reason, i lost 2 kg! I was trying so hard to lose weight through gymming but to no avail. But when i gave it up (just for 2 weeks), WHAM, i lost weight! Well, i reckon it might be due to the loss of muscle mass or stress overload. Or a combination of both.


But still. Should i try going gym-free for 2 months and see if i'll continue losing weight?



Love me like the world is ending


Chanced upon this song (above) when i was searching for videos on ANTM cycle 13's winner Nicole. Great song. Loved it.


Back to Nicole. On one fine Saturday or Sunday afternoon, I sat down in front of my laptop and finished watching the entire cycle 13 when i was supposed to be doing my tutorials. Am i imba or what? Anyway the winner, Nicole, is somewhat socially awkward but when she's on set at a photoshoot, it's as if she's a totally different person! I mean, BOY, SHE CAN REALLY POSE!
















My favourite picture of her. Covergirl photoshoot. I think she looks so much better with straight hair!


Though i still think that cycle 12's runner up Allison is the best!













SHE'S JUST TOO ADORABLE TO RESIST!! Just look at her HUGE pair of eyes!! I mean, she looks good both IRL and in her photos! Nicole, on the other hand, doesn't look as good in IRL than in her photos. URGH BUT ALLISON FREAKING LOST TO TEYONA WHO DOESN'T DESERVE TO WIN!!


Alright, stop the eyecandying! Back to mugging :((