Chinese New Year was well-celebrated.
Had Reunion BBQ at Johor with relatives coming over.
Over there, fireworks were exploded by our Chinese neighbours.
Had lunch at Seoul Garden with some classmates on Tuesday.
Driving practices for yesterday and today were fine.
Uncle Sam, my instructor, loves to talk about politics and Islamic affairs while I drive.
This morning, he brought up Anwar's scandal.
After driving, I went to SSDC to register for Final Theory Test.
FTT slots were packed and so I managed to book for FTT on 19 April.
No wonder it's easy to fail.
You'll have to get at least 45 out of 50 questions correct in order to pass it.
Who knows I got 44?
Champions League is finally here!
To be honest, MIO TV channels are boring (except for Football Frenzy).
Hope SingTel could win the bid to broadcast the World Cup!
Well, it is as if I could watch it.
I'll be in SCDF by then.

FUCK, FUCK, FUCK , FUCK!!!!!!!!!!
Damn it, KNNCCB!
How could this happened to me?
I couldn't believe it!
I FAILED Final Theory Test!
It's not that I didn't study, I treated it like a bible.
While practical driving lessons were fine, the fact that I screwed up this was really so fucked up!
Gosh....my friends were right, FTT was meant to be tricky.
The choices given for each question are logical and make sense but you'll have to choose the best option.
Okay, fine, I accept that I failed this one but the most fucking piece of shit that piled more misery to me is that the next available slot for FTT will be in May.
MAY, I tell you!
That's like 3 months later?
The earliest that I could book is on 8th May and I'll be entering SCDF on the 4th.
WHY? WHY? WHY???
I'm so demoralised now, so heartbroken.
Mom is going to give me the Chevrolet car soon but that will be delayed.
Even so, booking for Traffic Police Test would take an even longer time.
I feel so wrecked, so pissed off.
I think I could only drive in Malaysia for now, assuming that I won't get caught.
I cancelled tmr's driving lesson as I need to settle down now.
Feel like a loser now, though I keep telling myself to be patient and have faith.
Disappointing.........
Really....
I wish I could bribe someone to give up his or her FTT slot for me...
I'm pretending to be okay...

Okay, meeting Joash later for soccer...
This is the first time in 2010 that I feel this way.
Perhaps the next time would be during A level results day.
But at least I'm anticipating it, unlike this morning.

Driving lesson yesterday was good.
Had a few mistakes initially especially the half-clutch position but eventually I got it.
The circuit was awesome, the one at the former Keat Hong Camp.
There are even uphill and downhill slopes!
The fun thing is that I got to drive on the streets outside and drove past CCK, B Batok and stopped at Gombak.
My other problem is stopping near the STOP line.
I hate the clutch pedal seriously; if you handle it wrongly, the engine will be stalled.
The Malay instructor commented that I was very good! =D =D =D
But today I will face another instructor, maybe a Chinese one.
Going rugby training after that.
Whatever and whoever it is,just
SHUT UP AND DRIVE!

My first driving practical lesson tmr.
Hope the instructor is not a stern one.
The other time I drove my mum's car illegally in Malaysia, the accelerator is very sensitive.
The other challenge would be coordination with the clutch and accelerator pedals, especially half-clutch position.
I'll do my best to limit the number of hours of lessons by learning effectively.
$28 an hour...
Do it once and do it well!

Jammed with Haikal, Hezel, Shazwan and Khalis, with special guest Nabil.
Really had a good time!

Went for rugby training and coached the new J1 ruggers.
They're not bad for starters.
Hope they could push their limits and complement the senior team.
Got cuts again - this time on the thigh.
Must be from somebody's fingernails.

Received the NS letter today!
I am selected to join SCDF and the date of enlistment is 4th May.
Thank God! I can take 172 once again - the same bus I took to school.
So happy! I'll be joining Nabil and Hezel there as well.
Now I am able to plan things ahead.
If things go well, I would be able to complete my driving courses.
I could even work part-time.
I could ...etc
Yesterday, the application of MACS at the immigration centre in Johor was so troublesome.
Felt like writing a feedback letter....it was so frustrating!
Alright, going to PJC later!

HAPPY 19th to me!
And also Happy Birthday Nuqman!
Thank you all for the wishes!
Off to Malaysia again later.
Gonna apply for Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS).
Will be back tomorrow morning.
Gosh, I wish there is wireless there.


Miss ya! =)

Back from Malaysia!

Went swimming in the evening last night. Today I went to the driving centre to apply for Provisional Driving License (PDL). With this, I am able to drive a car BUT in the eyes of a qualified driving instructor. Since I'm taking private course, I'll have to find one myself and try to negotiate a cheaper price. Hopefully I could find a Malay one! Final Theory test will be on Feb 11 as I could not find an available slot for the month of January. Targeting to finish everything by April. Dad recommends me to learn motor but as always mom wouldn't allow that.

After that, I met Gabriel and went to Peninsula Plaza to buy our guitar accessories. I bought an acoustic guitar bag and a capo. I walked past this shop which states "Life without music is a mistake". True indeed!

I'll 19 soon. Lots of wishes to come true. One of them is you <3

Went to town with some ruggers yesterday. Watched Daybreaker at Cineleisure. It is another vampire story but much way better than New Moon. It is rated NC-16 and lots of bloodshed. Walked from Orchard to Dhoby Ghout before taking bus to City Hall. Camwhored along the way. We'd be meeting up soon again at the end of the month. More mass stupidity soon!

There is one thing that I still can't stop thinking about and it is bothering me for long. No, not you. But my NS enlistment. If I were to know the date of enlistment, my life wouldn't be uncertain now. I tried to call but the call is managed by operator and not the staff. I have my own plans and agendas but not knowing when I will enter is affecting them. I need to know if I have the time to complete my driving courses, attend courses to become property agents, photography, start my music career and so on. All I know is that I'm in PES B level 1 and not sure if I will be enlisted in Army, CD or Police. So at the moment I shall try to enjoy. Anyone who wants to ask me out (especially girls, if any...hehe), do not hesitate to contact me!

Green Day concert was a blast. Started 21 years ago, this is the first time they are here in Singapore and I'm proud to be part of this occasion. My sis and I were among the free standing audience. Somehow during the show we were separated as the crowd kept jumping, pushing and moshing around, which is good if you are surrounded by girls, which I did. Concert ended at midnight and took cab home.

Woke up at 11 this morning. Met Nuqman at the mosque and he told me that Memberz will be having a chalet tonight. On the other hand, Gab asked me to go night cycling tonight. Since I have not met Memberz for a long time, it would be good to go chalet. My family will be staying over at Johor, so I'm free to go home anytime. Feel so good to enjoy but I will have to check on my spending.

On a frustrating note, my handphone touchscreen seems to be jammed sometimes so if I reply late, please understand. Alright, meeting Nuqman soon.

Have fun!

Rugby training today was good but short. Played in the field opposite the mosque as the school field is under construction. We are forming the Old Boys Asssociation and we hope ruggers of the previous batches would join us. Bought nasi lemak and lepak with the ruggers outside Lot 1. Talked about various issues especially work. Gonna meet them again soon but haven't decide where and when.

Tomorrow, I shall be a punk. Tomorrow is not Thursday but Green Day! Going to their concert at Indoor Stadium. Hope it will be a good show. I'm not sure whether to watch Boys Like Girls as well which will be held on 28 January, one day after my 19th birthday. Okay gonna relearn their lyrics tonight!

MIO Home =)

Just installed today. Now watching TV is my hobby. Can't wait for next season's EPL. Those who want to watch Champions League may come over =)

Went to Gab's house today with my guitar. Played Wii, guitar and eat.

Going back to PJC tmr for rugby.

See you guys!

P.S. Try mixing milo with coffee or tea. Nice!

Hello people! Just came back from Malaysia. Stayed over at my 2nd home in Johor alone and it was peaceful. There is a Lift Upgrading Programme here in Jurong and the noise is unbearable. To those who called and sms-ed me, sorry for not replying coz my phone has no roaming. Now I missed my friends, though it has been only a week. Not sure of finding another job soon. Chinese New Year coming, sure there are some supermarkets that need my service =)

Switching to Adult Fare =(

No more student pass as it is expired, no more bus concession at $27 and suddenly transportation cost for us inflated. One bus trip from my house to the interchange costs 69 cents and MRT ride to the city area could reach up to $2. Well these amounts may sound little but if I were to travel every day it would cost a lot. Now I know what it is like for poly students to come up with a petition to lower bus fares. I paid $15 to purchase an EZ Link card with $10 value and that $5 is non-refundable. Within the first day of the new year, the initial value of my EZ link card is now left with only $4.30. Cost of living has risen in this aspect. Well, lifestyle has to change somehow. From now on, I'm gonna use my bicycle often instead of the bus. Forget about forcing my parents to send me there. But the problem now is that the braking system of my bike is not functioning well and needs repair. Or I could even have a 15 minute walk to Pioneer MRT station. So troublesome! I won't use part of my salary to keep topping up the card. Need to plan thoroughly.

Anyway, on a brighter note, MOE has informed me that it has registered me as a relief teacher and I shall wait for a direct call by a school which requires my service. On a even brighter note, I had a wonderful outing with the ruggers yesterday. Ate at Hei Sushi, went to tour Giant and then lepak at Woodlands. Farewell to Kumaran and Damien who are going for NS in a couple of days time.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Had an awesome night with friends and also met new friends.

I think this is the best countdown ever!

Lepak at Clarke Quay, being sprayed, and dancing...

One of the best night ever!

More pics in facebook.

Tomorrow I'll be meeting the ruggers for farewell to Kumar and Damien who are entering NS soon.

Happy New Year everyone and may 2010 be a great year for all of us!

=)

SweptAway Into the New Year

2009 has been a good year for me. There were ups and downs but the ups really motivate me to do better while those downs would be forgotten. It was a struggle but the effort that I've put, I only hope that it would pay off. 2010 is coming!

Today, I'm suppose to be working but after checking the driving centre website at noon, I realised that my Basic Theory Test is today and not tomorrow. Damn lucky. I quickly informed Cold Storage about it and they understood me. Therefore, I'm no longer working there now since my contract expires tomorrow and tomorrow I'll be off. The staffs there wanted me to stay but I told them that I can't afford to travel long journeys frequently. The test was so easy! I completed the 50 minute test in 15 minutes and that was it. I passed! Then I decided to book the Advanced Theory test date but the waiting queue was long. Went to Novena after that to let my manager fill up my punch sheet but unfortunately she had a meeting outside and won't be back. Wasteful trip. So I guess tomorrow I must wake up early to go to Novena just to get that done, followed by a trip to Jurong East to submit that punch sheet to the agency and then go to Bukit Batok driving Centre to book test date. That would cost me the remainder of my EZ Link card balance. From January 1, my student pass will expire. So need to purchase Adult EZ link card soon. And now, the true cost of living will rise. I miss my family. They are staying over in Johor while my elder sister has her "own" house.

R.I.P The Rev - Avenged Sevenfold's drummer.

Your music will always remain in my MP3.

Farewell to one of the best drummers in the world.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!

No work today and I had nothing better to do.

So after prayer, I headed to Vivo and then Haw Par Villa ALONE.

The rain was a hindrance but that didn't stop me.

More pics on my facebook in the album Against the Rain on Xmas.

I am having a fever now, thanks to the rain.

Work tomorrow and off again on Sunday.

My last day of work is on the 30th so I'll give my best.

Basic Theory Test for driving on the 31st.

Thinking of watching Sherlock Holmes soon.

Anyone free may contact me =)

Last Minute Shopping Could Kill Cashiers!

Yep hello Christmas is like tomorrow and crowds flock the suermarkets, shopping malls to get their stuffs. Yesterday's work was a killer -long queues, credit card machine faulty, bills of up to $400 per transaction. And I think it would be no better today. Thankfully I will off on Christmas day (thank you supervisor!) and can enjoy. Most customers so far were nice but yesterday I faced a series of nasty customers with those attitudes. The quote "Customer is King" has its limits okay! But no matter what, you should be thankful that I could tolerate all these and give in to your demand. I'm good at pretending and I even smile at every customers sincerely no matter who they are. Well, I'll just adapt.

And yes, this is the band All Time Low and I think it is currently my favourite. I have been practising their song Remembering Sunday and it is nice. Do come to Singapore soon and I'll surely go for your concert. Owl City's Vanilla Twilight has become a boring song unlike the first time I heard it. Fireflies is still as cool as it is. This morning I went to Gek Poh to buy Christmas present as Cold Storage will have Gifts Exchange session among the staffs. Work later at 4.30 till 11pm. Surely I won't get a seat in the MRT tonight =(

I swear you're beautiful! =)

and I wish you all in advance a

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

New blogskin =)

Thinking of going overseas with friends in January.

I've searched the budget airlines websites and also the hotels.

My parents allowed me to go.

10 more days to the New Year and I can't wait to finish working.

Even if I want to work again I would make sure that the workplace is near my home.

I'll customise my blog further soon.

At the moment I'm watching Chelsea struggling against West Ham.

Yesterday, I laughed at Man Utd and Liverpool who lost their respective games.

Now I kena owned -_-

PHOTOGRAPHY...

This is a collection of some pictures I've taken. Enjoy!

Curiosity doesn't necessarily kill the cat

This could be a motivational picture.

The mother knows her child best

Stop and Stare

Festive decoration





From Hero to Zero. The Old Changi Hospital...

Apparently some ex-Westwoodians went to this place and wrote the above

Alright more pics to come in the near future!

Today I'm off from work. Went to Clementi to get my blue spectacle repaired. Met Jun Jie who is having Common Test this week. Saw Daphne Tay at the interchange and her walking speed hasn't changed at all since secondary school days. "Guitaring" as always at home. Still haven't master those chords that strain my fingers. Need practice!