It is what I do that defines me...

Special Report from the Standard Chartered Marathon.

2008-12-13T11:54:00.011+08:00

Welcome to the Defining Moment News. It is with great excitement to inform the readers of this blog that Shem Yao Weixiong, 27, completed his full Marathon, 42.195KM!!! Let's see what he has to say about the run.

"I tell you ah!! This run was the craziest thing I had ever done in my life! I thought I was going to "die" lah!!! I wanted to give up but I told myself that since I already gone this far, might as well go all the way! Why give up now? Although I did the whole run in about 7hrs 45mins, I was really proud that I finished it. Sometimes, it is not the process that counts, but how well you finish. So never give up!"

Yao did complete his run in the longest time possible, however, he was doing very well for the first 15km. He was at a very good pace with his running buddy, EeJay. However, due to a sudden sharp pain that came in his left foot, Yao, had to slow down to a crawl at the 21km mark, and could not run anymore. Deciding against giving up, he encourage EeJay to continue running, and he will catch up.

However, the pain for him was too great that he had no choice but to walk all the way back. His running buddy, EeJay, completed the race in 6hrs 30mins! Isn't that awesome?! Congrats EeJay! You are powderful la!

Yao will like to give his thanks to another couple who were running the race with him on the last 12km of the league. Special thanks goes to Chua and Ros for their encouragement and spirit. "You two really kept me going! Thanks!"

I made a huge blunder... Forgive me...

2008-11-11T21:05:00.002+08:00

Today is one of those days where I wish that I can just crawl under the bed and disappear. Why did this happen?!?

Was suppose to be planning for a LaserQuest Activity with my Youths from church. Everything was set and good to go. I decided to make a call to confirm my booking and to my horror, I made a booking on the wrong date!!!!! And the event is going to be in 4 days time.

I was totally shocked. I cannot believed this stupid blunder that I made. Sigh... totally beyond what I can take. I feel really really bad and upset with myself....

To those whom were affected by my blunder, I sincerely apologise for this mistake I made.
To those I disappointed, I am sorry... I really didn't see this coming and hope that you will forgive me. So sorry...

God help me......

I love you....

2008-10-17T16:20:00.003+08:00

I Love You.

Three simple words... but yet so profound. Three simple words and yet carry a wide range of meaning. For some, saying these three simple words means steping into a very serious situation where commitment is expected. A dear friend of mine told me that youths and young adults nowadays are very scared of the word "commitment". I agree.

For some, saying these three simple words means nothing and is just a verbal expression to get something that they want. Think superficial BGR. Girls and guys... yes guys too... don't be so easily taken in by "this special person" who say these three words to you. For all you know, there are hidden agendas. See the video below. Very funny but drives home what I am trying to say.

For some, saying these three simple words means a whole world to them. Even though it can be one sided, or not recipocrated.

For some, these three simple words cannot be verbalise as it will result in drastic consequences. Who say love is easy?

For some, these three simple words is only expressed in actions, but always treated as over-bearing and strict expression. Hard love are the hardest to accept.

There are many ways to say these three simple words, but to really mean it when we say it, takes more than verbal words. It requires your commitment, your life, your whole being. It requires careful thought, less it loses its meaning. It requires sacrifice, less it ain't love at all.

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not boast. It does not keep records of wrong.

If one can love like that, well, I guess we can really love someone without expection because love is never about self.

When was the last time you mention these three simple words to someone and meant it? Was it to your dad and mom? Was it your brothers and sisters? Was it your friend (It need not be BGR type of love)?

I try my very best to whisper these three simple words to my wife every night before we sleep. It helps reinforce our relationship and commitment to one another.

Let's learn to love one another as God loves us.

Just three simple words....

Partnership uber Powderful!

2008-10-09T09:29:00.004+08:00

Yesterday, EJ and I embarked on a very new route and distance yesterday and I tell you.... it was amazing the pace we ran! I cannot believe we did the whole 10km in an hour, considering the fact that we don't train much (or rather I don't train much, Buddy EJ did more training than me till now). I really feel we did very well, though the knees and calves were hurting quite badly after the run.

Well, my thoughts for the run this time is slightly different from the previous runs. We were having a ok time, still talking, joking and crapping along for about 7km of the way. We still had the energy to "siam" people and squeeze through crowds. However, by the time we hit 8km, man... it was the battle against mind and self. As EJ was in front of me, I just kept telling myself to follow his pace and move forward... Just keep on going. Don't ever lose sight of him.

I really began to understand the importance of partnership in everything we do. By our own, we could do all we set our mind to do, giving 100% of our effort and time. However, with partnership, we can do far more greater things! Now instead of 100% it is 200%! How to beat this form of partnership? Partnerships allow us to spur one another on, encourage and protect. Even through the run, I believe we learn to protect one another! By watching out for traffic, warning one another of incoming cars, or dangerous routes.

Don't believe it, try embarking on a partnership with a friend, try doing an activity together. It can be learning how to cook, gaming together, learning photography. Let me know your thoughts and outcome from such activities.

For now, let me nurse my knee back to health first. Later got another run, but shorter one. haha! Gambatte!!!

TV Cartoon these days are crap...

2008-10-06T22:44:00.003+08:00

I love watching TV programs. One of my favourite past time is to sit back, relax, be a couch potato, armed with a bag of chips, coke, and remote control and watch television program for the whole night. Thankfully I do not have cable at home, otherwise it will be worse.

Looking at the programs in TV now, I can't believe how television dramas had evolved. I totally enjoy programs like Heroes, 24, Grey's Anatomy, CSI. However, the ones that I could take and compare with are the cartoons series. We have the likes of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, Batman, Ben 10, Transformers, Pokemon, those Japanese Mosnter cartoons .... blah blah blah... but not all of these were anything compared to what I watched when I was a kid. I totally think those Pokemon inspired cartoons are really not interesting at all! Just waste of time, and tempting kids to just buy those crazy trading cards to play. What a waste of money.

Recent cartoons that I find pretty good and fun to watch were Ben10, Transformers and Batman. But none of these were anything compared to what I use to watch, when cartoons were simpler and just plain fun to watch.

Check out what I use to watch when I was a kid. Top of my list is .....

No. 1 - M.A.S.K. (Mobile Armoured Strike Kommand)

No. 2 - HE-MAN (Master of the Universe)

No. 3 - Voltron

No. 4 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle

And last but not least ..... No. 5 - Smurfs!!!!!! Muhahaha!

So there you have it! I think these are pretty decent cartoons that I love to watch when I was a kiddo. Looking back at these trailers and intros, brings back lotsa great memories... of rushing home after school, waking up on lazy saturday mornings to catch my fav ones. Sigh.. wish I was a kid again.

Anyone who share such sentiments or liking for these cartoons?

I want to run far far far away...

2008-10-03T16:01:00.003+08:00

Yesterday's run was really kinda fun. Though we didn't run a very long distance, I was glad to have my buddy, Joy, along with EJ for the run. We covered the usual route, but decided to try a short detour cuz Joy was having a challenging time with the first slope after the PSA building.

Thinking that it was a shorter route, we went ahead and had a nasty surprise. The detour was towards a even a steeper slope up to Depot Road. We were going nuts! The buddy almost kena KOed!

Well so I decided to mark on the route with the sign, any slope that were quite challenging to remind us. Total for the route was about 6km. Next week really need to run longer distance liao...

My Very Own MTV!

2008-10-01T20:28:00.005+08:00

Finally, after much consideraton, I thought I am gonna share this for those who missed my wedding. This post is gonna be one big embarrassing one for me but I thought it would be fun to share what I can do with a DV camera and some wacky ideas.

It was almost 2 weeks to my wedding and I wanted to give my wife a huge surprise. However, had been cracking my head for a longest time for some idea but could not think of any. Until I heard my wife mentioned that she like the song "Built to Last" by Melee. So I watch the MTV on youtube and decided that I would do a MTV using the song.

So it became a one man show and production. Armed with a tripod and DV camera, I did the whole filming in half a day, edited the video in about 1 week. It was quite a chop chop thing but I'm glad it turn out well. Wifey loves it and it was indeed a great surprise. She had a good laugh!

Well check it out.... I was so convicining that some actually thought I sang the song le! haha! Obviously I didn't! I didn't even play any of the instruments! Muhaha!

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F1 race?? Bah! I use to be one!

2008-09-29T15:07:00.003+08:00

F1 Fever came and went over the weekend. Had a great time watching the final race on Sunday night and boy, it was major exciting. There weren't any major happenings except for a few scary stuff, such as the crash that brought Piquet of Renault out of the race, causing the race to stop, allowing the safety car to come onto the track, which resulted in a few drivers being penalised cuz they failed to join in the train of following the safety car as required by the rules. It was really complicated and I guess those that were penalised had to blame it on bad timing.

However, the most unforgettable moment of the race for me was when Massa, who was one of the driver for Ferrari, went into pit stop, and drove off before the fuel injection hose could be remove, leaving the pit stop with the hose still attached to his vehicle, and hurting one of the crew members in the process. After the replay was shown, it was totally not Massa's fault. It was probably bad timing again as the crew showed the green light to release the driver but the hose was stuck!!! Can you believe it? Ferrari! One of the better teams in the competition and this could happen. I was just glad that crew guy did not get run over by the car. That would had been disatrous. Check this out!

Well why did I then say I use to be one? Well watching the F1 race brought back lots of memories about driving for me. I enjoy driving, I LOVE driving. It was fun, exciting to be gunning the accelerator. I use to drive while the finances allowed me for about 4 years. I love my car. But driving can bring out the "devil" in me. I am a really impatient driver. Though I always deny that I wasn't, in actual fact, I am less patient when I get behind the wheel. I get really upset when people cut my lane without signal warning, flash me for no reason. It just get on my nerves, and I would "curse", scold, and some ugly words do come out. I even had a staring down session with a cab driver once, which resulted in over-taking one another and "racing" one another along expressway, and of course..... the ugly "finger pointing". But I really felt bad after the episode and tried to behave myself better. But sometimes I can forget myself. Let me share a few pointers about better driving ethics after what I had gone through and learnt.

Driving Tips No. 1

Just give way la.... I always thought "why should I"? But as you start giving way, people usually appreciate and they will wave and thank you or allow you to pass later on down the road if you do meet again, especially if it is a traffic jam. It is a great feeling.

Driving Tips No. 2

Do not speed! Even when there are no cars around at 3am in the morning. There are snow whites around. You never know...

Driving Tips No. 3

Just smile and move along. No point being pissed off. I learnt that being angry hurts you more than what the other person did. Your heart pump harder. You sweat and become sticky. You may even drive faster, and wait kena fine! What's the point? Just blast the ICE (In Car Entertainment) system to your fav "Initial D" soundtrack to cool down! Nothing beats Techno MUSIC blasting!

Now that I don't have my own car to drive, I miss it quite a lot, but there were a lot of benefits as well. I can now relax on the bus, catching up on reading, listening to my music in peace, save a lot of money, and be observing people. Which also means I get irritated by people who are super inconsiderate on public transport. I will blog about this the next time.

I just want to run far away...

2008-09-17T23:24:00.003+08:00

Today was the second run with EJ as we decided to embark on the new route that he suggested. It seems to be quite a feat but we decided to go for it. So taking the risk of not bringing along any cash or EZ-link card (for fear of not being able to make it back), we set off at 6pm.

The beginning of the run was kinda hot but it slowly got better as we started running along Telok Blangah Hill which was pretty cooling as there were really lotsa trees around. By the time we hit Pasir Panjang Road, I was pretty sure we are gonna be ok. EJ seems fine, though he had a bout of running nose in the morning, and I was breathing and coping with the run well.

However, by the time we reach Alexanda Hospital, I could start to feel the strain liao.... how to go for 42km like that! Well we press on towards the finishing line and finally reached back to our starting point in one piece, and making a mutual agreement to run this route a few more times before extending the distance. We need to feel very comfortable with this one before we embark on raising the distance to another level.

Well here is the route that we took today. I can't determine how far is the distance but confirmed it is more than 5km but lesser than 10km. We took about 40 mins to finish the loop.

Well looks like we are making progress... slow BUT there is progress! These training reminds me of what the bible say about running the race, fighting the good fight and finishing the race. It is not how well you start, but how well you finish. I may be training and starting well, but ultimately, I want to run on the 7th Dec 2008, finish the run, regardless of timing, and finish it well. That is my aim and that shall be accomplished. Pray that I will be healthy and fit, with no injuries to prevent the run from being completed.

1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. - Hebrews 12:1

Girl Rocks Gold!!!

2008-09-16T10:51:00.008+08:00

I couldn't believe my eyes when I first saw the text streaming pass the TV Mobile Screen on the bus when I am on my home yesterday. "Singapore swimmer struck gold in swimming event." I was thinking, "Wow! Whose this girl?"

Well, I did a check online and this is what I found out. Singapore Paralympic swimmer, Yip Pin Xiu, had won a silver and a gold in this year's Paralympic in Beijing!!!! WHOO HOO!!! I was uper impressed with her la! Pin Xiu suffers from muscular dystrohy, which is a illness that caused progressive muscle weakness. Even with this challenge in life, Pin Xiu still did not let such a illness from being the obstacle in her life. She is an overcomer, one that triumps against all odds to achieve her goal. Amazing spirit, courage and life!

Another reason to be proud of Pin Xiu is that she is also from my secondary school too, Bendemeer Secondary School!!! Pin Xiu, I'm am so proud of you girl! You not only brought pride to the nation but also to your school, and as ex-bendemeerian, I am so glad for you! Well done! Your hard work is greatly appreciated and you deserve to bask in this honor and glory for the time being!

"Bendemeer... the school of our choice... Unique in style, Matchless in beauty.... Landmark of Serangoon, A beacon of learning....."
"Our pride and Joy, Our cherished school"
(That's all I could remember... =p)

Have I become a Veggie!?!

2008-09-15T15:27:00.003+08:00

A colleague thought that I had become a Veggie state... no not a person that is paralyse.. one that look like the cucumber character in Veggie Tale. I tried looking for the picture of the Veggie Tale Character and see if there are any resemblance.

My conclusion... there is none. I look way better than that... and much cooler than a cucumber...

You know, "Cool as a cucumber".. you know? You know? Ha ha ha... ha ha... ha.... ok not funny...

(I bet lots of people are going, "Lame..")

Well you decide.

So what do you think?

I just want to run away....

2008-09-12T15:09:00.012+08:00

I never knew what caused me to put myself through this... is it just because of the fact that I want to own a FINISHER's T-shirt? Does it really matter so much to me?

For the past 4 years, I had completed 3 half marathons, though none of it was by choice. However, this year, when I thought I no longer need to be forced into doing something like running for 2.5 hours straight, I signed up for a FULL MARATHON. Am I craze or what?

But I like jogging, and the past half marathons really caused me to start enjoying this mundane act of putting one foot after another till you can't feel them. But what is my motivation? Could it be just a silly T-Shirt? The fact that I paid over $50 to wake up early at 430am, run for 5 hours or more, muscle ache, cramps and backpain seems to show that I had gone out of my mind. But as I sat back and re-think my decision, I concluded that there are a few good things that are coming out of this.

1. I like to see my wife fuss over me, when I get aches and pains after training. Isn't she awesome?

2. I improve on physical fitness level and probably be able to clock a good timing for IPPT.

3. I get to train with friends (EJ, WM) and we spend a good deal of time, talking while running, sharing and just hanging out. Nothing beats having buddies running and pursuing a goal with you.

4. I get to explore places through running.

5. Bragging rights!!! Muhaha!

Well as the top banner says, I got 85 days more to go. Can't slack anymore! Gotta pick up the training and distance!

Yesterday, EJ and I did our first training together and we clock about 5-6km in about 35mins. Not very fast, but it was a great run. Check out our route (Marked by the red line)!

Well it may seem like very far, but think we handled it quite well. So next week EJ suggested we try a longer route! So looking forward to it! Stay tune for new running updates and run along!

1 Time Bronze Medal!!! Whoo Hoo!

2008-09-11T17:22:00.004+08:00

Although the Beijing Olympics 2008 is over, there was the Beijing Para-Olympics 2008 that took place soon after the closing of the Games. It was not surprising that many were not very aware of the Para-Olympics 2008 as there were much lesser media coverage on it, compared to the earlier Olympic game.

The Para-Olympics is organised for atheltes who have various forms of physical challenges, competiting for medals, glory for their country and against themselves.

However, the results and medals of these competitions seem to pale in comparison to what these sportsmen and women, (YES, SPORTSMEN AND SPORTSWOMEN, I bet they are very much stronger and fitter than those who are physically normal!) go through during their training and doing well in their sports even though they are physically challenged. I find their determination all-inspiring! Take rider, Laurentia Tan Yen Yi for example. Though diagnosed with cerebral palsy and profound deafness, she went against all odds.... and got our first para-olympic bronze medal! Isn't that awesome or what!!!!

For more information, check this newspaper article!

Put yourself in their shoes, would you had worked hard like them, trained hard like them? Or would you have put on your "pity-me" hat and say "there is nothing I can do"? I think these local sports atheletes are just brave, strong, and inspiring. So the next time you feel like life is boring, meaningless or just plain unfair, think about what you already have.

Are you spending moments with your Cinderella?

2008-08-28T11:38:00.003+08:00

A Post for all parents... especially fathers...

This was a song written by Steven Curtis Chapman. The inspiration of the song came to him one night when he was at home, having to care for his three adopted daughters. He was trying to get them into the shower, washed up, and into bed, so he could carry on with his work and writing some songs. It was a rush everything scenerio. When he finally finished and sat down at his desk, he remembered his eldest daughter, whose 21, and getting married soon. How all these years seem to just flew pass so quickly. Wouldn't he give anything to relive this moments again, like caring for his daughters, playing with them, singing with them? Well, he wrote this song, titled "Cinderella", to remind himself and hopefully others, to always cherish this special moments with his children.

"Cinderella"

She spins and she sways
To whatever song plays
Without a care in the world
And I'm sitting here wearing
The weight of the world on my shoulders

It's been a long day
And there's still work to do
She's pulling at me
Saying "Dad, I need you

There's a ball at the castle
And I've been invited
And I need to practice my dancing
Oh, please, Daddy, please?"

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don't want to miss even one song
'Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone...

She says he's a nice guy and I'd be impressed
She wants to know if I approve of the dress
She says, "Dad, the prom is just one week away
And I need to practice my dancing
Oh, please, Daddy, please?"

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don't want to miss even one song
'Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone

She will be gone

Well, she came home today with a ring on her hand
Just glowing and telling us all they had planned
She says, "Dad, the wedding's still six months away
But I need to practice my dancing
Oh, please, Daddy, please?"

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don't want to miss even one song
'Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone

Few months after this song and album was released, tragedy struck at the home of Steven and his family. Their youngest daughter, Maria Sue, was knocked down, accidentally by their son in the driveway.

The following series of videos was taken from YouTube. It was an interview done with Steven Curtis Chapman and his family, on the loss of their adopted 5 year old daughter, Maria Sue. Steven Curtis Chapman is a Christian Contemporary singer and he and his music had always been a great inspiration for me and for my walk with God. It was through his songs that I began to love music, love worship, love playing music. I had been following Steven and his music for almost 12 years and I can say that he is a real great singer, and most of all, a man who fear and loves God.

Steven Curtis Chapman and family adopted 3 children, Shaohannah, Stevey Joy, Maria Sue, from China over a period of time and Maria Sue was their youngest. They had 3 children of their own before adoption. When the news was released that Maria Sue had passed away in a car accident, I was really sad and was wondering how he and his family was handling it. But when I found out it was Steven's son, Will, that had knocked down Maria Sue accidentally, I could almost feel the guilt that pierce Will's heart. Although this was a difficult time, I know that they will ride through this storm with Jesus as their anchor.

Do look through this interview and see how God had been their shield and their hope.

Part 1/6

Part 2/6

Part 3/6

Part 4/6

Part 5/6

Part 6/6

Steven Curtis Chapman had always been an inspiration to me. I had been listening to his music for the past 13 years. His music and life is a great testimony of how powerful God is.

I hope this interview can give you a glimpse of the power and testimony of God in their lives. And if God can give this hope to them, so can He give it to you. If only you believe, it will be Yours to receive. He is our hope in times of need and I hope He will be the one you turn to when you face difficult times of loss, sadness, challenges in your life.

One time Silver!

2008-08-17T22:57:00.000+08:00

If you are still unaware of what is the latest news in the sporting realm in Singapore, you should really really re-evaluate what you had been doing all this while!!!! Unless you are mugging for your exams, or doing something uber important, you should have no reason not to know that SINGAPORE TABLE TENNIS WOMEN'S OLYMPICS have won a silver medal!!! Whoo hoo!

- Source picture from www.channelnewsasia.com

This time round... Li Jiawei was outshone by compatriot, Feng Tianwei. Tianwei was up against Korea on the final game as both teams were level at 2-2 match. She was really composed and steady and managed to took the game and as they say.. they rest is history. I think it is a great accomplishment, so kudos to the team.

However, I would like to mention something about the other player in the team, Wang Yue Gu, whom I had been calling Ah Gu. Haha! But she caught my eye throughout the matches, cuz even though she was not involved in any crucial games, she is one of those players that ooze steadiness and calmness. Kudos to AH GU!!!!! Whoo hoo!

- Source picture from International Table Tennis Federation (IITF) / www.ittf.com

I did a search online and check the ranking of the players and to my surprise.... the players for the China and Singapore are in the Top Ten ranking of the International Table Tennis Federation! Amazing! Yes! Li Jiawei is seeded 6th, Wang Yeu Gu is seeded 7th!!!! Feng Tianwei is seeded 9th!!! Wow... of course the China Team players were seeded 1st, 2nd and 5th.

Till 2012 London Olympics... We will celebrate this moment, where we brought home a medal after 48 years. They worked really hard and their hard work paid off..Well done!

Do you have something that you want to work hard towards to? Would it be a Olympic dream, a opportunity to be a world class musician or professional? Go for it, pursue it with all your heart and someday, it will come true!

Bus 56 and 57 please.

2008-07-25T00:28:00.001+08:00

"Which bus do you need to take uncle?"

A question I asked a blind uncle at the bus stop one morning. It was raining very heavily one morning while I was waiting to get on the bus to go to work.

As usual the bus took super long to come, and while waiting, I noticed a uncle getting down a bus that just arrived. He was doing it rather slowly, and I saw a walking cane and realised that he was blind. No one seems to had noticed, so I quickly went over to help him down the bus.

Took the opportunity to talk to uncle as well and asked him which bus he needed to change to.
"56 and 57." he said. We exchanged some small talks and I was praying really hard that his bus will come first, so that I can ensure he will be able to get on the bus.

However, my bus came before his. In the distance, I saw my bus and knew I needed to do something. Looking around, I was glad that a young guy stepped forward, seemingly aware that I am looking for help for the uncle and took over as watchman. I thanked the young guy, gave him a pat on the shoulder, bid goodbye and boarded my bus. I hope the uncle got on his bus before the young guy.

Whoever you are, thanks alot.

Who says there are no gracious people in Singapore?

Who is cuter? Take a vote!

2008-07-25T00:19:00.001+08:00

Need help here!!!!! Would like you to leave a comment on this as a way of voting of which of these two icons is the cutest?!

Presenting...... Contestant no. 1!!!!!! Anthon ... the bespectacled Froggy!

Presenting..... Contestant no. 2!!!!! Semu... the bespectacled Furbby!

So take your pick and vote! Leave your vote in the comment sections! Cheers! May the best bespectacled species win!

D is for Donut... it's good enough for me!!!!

2008-06-28T00:52:00.000+08:00

First tried J. Co. donuts in Batam in the earlier part of this year. I must say, I am very impressed with the honey glazed donuts that they have. So when J. Co. came to Singapore recently, I wasn't surprised to see a queue forming outside its shop when it opened. I really believe that it taste 100 times much better than the other stall nearby that had like super long queues that just go on forever. And there isn't any seating facilities at all too. So J. Co. beat it anytime. If you haven't tried their donuts yet, do so quick. You don't really have to wait for long to get your hands on them. The service and staff are pretty quick and they got quite a good system going on there when it comes to buying your donuts.. but it can get a little confusing sometimes. So go try it soon!!!! YUMMY!!!

Inspirational dance No. 2

2008-06-28T00:39:00.000+08:00

Now, this guy is way too awesome... Bryan Gaynor. 20 year old guy. He suffers from scoliosis. That is actually a spinal curvature problem. But that did not stop this guy from doing what he love. He is really a true inspirational guy.. I can't help but watch him do his moves again and again. It was so entertaining, so motivating and so WOW! And he is such a super humble and simple dude!!! I kid you not... check out the videos.

I would really love to meet him in person one day.....

Inspirational dancer...

2008-06-28T00:25:00.000+08:00

Was watching "British Got Talent" and chance upon the audition recording of this awesome boy. All 14 years old of him, with every single bit of determination to do HIS BEST to get to the finals and win! Well he worked super hard and in the end, he did win the competition.

What impressed me most was the determination in his dance. You can almost feel the power and the sense that this is his only chance, take it or lose it. The "Die Die also must Win" attitude. I am so inspired by him.... I present to you, George Sampson.

Remember, as long as you got a dream, work hard and focus on accomplishing it, I truly believe, someday that dream will come true.

The following is his audition round. George was also selected in 2007 but did not make through to the semi-finals... but that did not stop him from practicing and practicing, and becoming, he quotes, "Bigger and Better".

Humans, Elves, Half-elves, Kenders, Dwarves....

2008-06-17T12:43:00.000+08:00

I am currently contemplating on writing a book... nope, not those motivation, or reflections... but a fantasy book about dragons and stuff. Think LOTR. When I was a secondary school boy, one of the few books that always kept me reading are the series from Dragonlance and I develop a superd interest in creating my own characters, story, formulating the battles in my head and how the story will develop.

Been putting this thought off for very very long time, and now.. it is time to put it into action. I think I need to channel those thoughts of gaming and buying the PS3 into something more interesting and conducive. Maybe the wifey will be more acceptable of me doing this than spending time and money on PS3 and gaming. I hope I can get more creative ideas and plot for my story. Wanna contribute and help? Won't forget you if the book ever sells... =p

The Playstation 3

or

Best-selling fantasy story ever?

Well only time will tell. What do you think?

Haato... it's nice...

2008-03-14T10:46:00.000+08:00

Guess which ice cream belongs to who?

Green Tea and Cookies & Cream

This is the first blog entry and I guess it would be easy to just talk about food and music, two interest in my life that I talk about the most. Well this first entry shall be on my favourite ice-cream, Haato. The ice-cream is almost perfect... not all the flavours are fantastico... but at least they sell one of the best "Green tea" ice-cream ever! This thought is shared by couple of new friends. Our first outing was great and I had a great time fellowshipping. More to come my fellow "Counter Terrorist"! Kudos to Lanky, Care Bear, Smily and Pinky! (nicknames should not revel your gender and age...remember that!)

Personally I feel that ice-cream at Island Creamery is not as good as Haato, but IC have one of my favourite flavours, Pulo Hitam (Don't know how to spell... haha!) Hopefully there will be more food posts to come, if I remember to take pictures of it before I finish it up. I always wack the food and realised I had not taken any pictures at all. Dope!

There are Haatos ice-cream located at a few places. Those that I know of includes Serangoon Garden Central (Near Cafe Cartel), Wheelock Place and Liang Court. So if you have not tried it out at all, do so and let me know how you feel about it.