tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53180072012-02-17T06:47:34.373+08:00<br> Were you a better person today than yesterday? <p> Will you be a better person tomorrow than today? <p>Sharonnoreply@blogger.comBlogger5901100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-68857902913176032262010-06-10T17:31:00.001+08:002010-06-10T17:35:42.366+08:00

Oops. Another year and a half has flown past before I'm hunkered in front of my computer typing out these words... I am such a procrastinator! This blog serves as another reminder how inconscientious and short-lived my 'passions' are. Having started the blog when I left Singapore for my Masters in London in September, I only managed to have somewhat 'regular' entries for 2 whole MONTHS before 

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-64343608550378099572008-10-31T19:01:00.001+08:002009-02-07T00:06:44.292+08:00

Wah... Never realised how long it has been since I last updated my blog...Just a very brief summary then...Oct 26 - Zombie DayDespite the rain and wind, a number of zombies turned up today at Marble Arch. It was hilarious how seriously some of the participants were. Their make-up and attire were top-notch! Pretty scary when they get into their roles and act zombie-like. Otherwise, it was just a

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-29026521773248108572008-10-25T02:09:00.000+08:002008-10-25T09:10:41.307+08:00

I need to keep this up... Work hard on Monday through Thursday. Catch up on my blog and Facebook on Friday. Do my volunteer work on Saturday. Then reward myself with a good and leisurely Sunday.Had a great time out just now. Enjoyed 2 evenings of outdoors movie screenings at Leicester Square. Didn't finish last night's one before of the rain and my KCL Film Society movie screening, and was late

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-19224785510324468292008-10-22T08:04:00.003+08:002008-10-28T14:33:16.454+08:00

Seriously, aren't parents supposed to educate their young? Why do they insist on teachers 'teaching' everything?The article was first published in The Straits Times on 22 Oct, 2008.The article is reproduced from AsiaOne.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-17113586725280785292008-10-19T04:25:00.001+08:002008-10-19T11:32:42.175+08:00

Right! I've finally introduced a Chinese song in my list of fave songs. Here's another Chinese song, and a duet too!I loved these songs before I know who sang the songs. Hm... I wonder if there's a theme to these songs?

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-53057539519850278902008-10-19T04:19:00.001+08:002008-10-19T11:11:15.362+08:00

Since we are on the topic of my all-time fave songs, I can't miss out on my all-time fave singer - 張國榮!And here are 2 of my fave of his songs from the movie 金枝玉葉.I could especially relate to this movie (1996) because this was the year I entered JC and started on my 'female-isation'. *laugh*For those who don't know me pre-JC, I was a super tom-boy back then. Super short hair and often mistaken for

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-63318503360489564452008-10-19T03:10:00.001+08:002008-10-19T10:19:09.275+08:00

Sigh... Fate had it that I came across another of my fave songs while searching for the Chinese version of my fave Korean song.Loved this song when I saw the movie - who wouldn't love a movie with 梁朝偉 in it (although I still don't really understand 色戒). Never knew what the song name was until my friend sang it at KTV.And someone actually said I wasn't a romantic... *laugh*

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-439472982649521202008-10-19T02:28:00.000+08:002008-10-19T09:13:20.310+08:00

Sigh. 真是情深缘浅...I heard and fell in love with this song when I first watched 파리의 연인 (Lovers in Paris) some 4 years back. Actually went as far to buy the original VCDs and soundtrack. For people who know I'm very stingy when it comes to dramas and music which I can get freely online, it means I must really LOVE the show and the soundtrack...Anyway, I heard the Chinese version of this song some 2

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-85779685390519574572008-10-15T22:50:00.006+08:002008-10-20T00:03:59.129+08:00

I have such mixed feelings about the merger. On one hand, I know it makes "operative sense" - RI and RJ are already at the same campus. It'd be easier (and probably cheaper too) for management to do things as one unit.On the other hand, they have built in their alumnus such a strong sense of identity and loyalty it's hard to adjust to the thought that there's not going to be an RJC anymore. RI(JC

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-41356284486127872022008-10-11T06:38:00.002+08:002008-10-11T06:47:53.413+08:00

I am super upset at DHL right now. Thank god for the technology of Skype and I got a decent operator. Feeling a little bad for him now... *smile* Not only did he have to pull off the late night/early morning shift, he got this crazy lady here talking to him sternly about how angry she is at being double-charged and given a bill for VAT for sending over personal effects, and on the double-charged

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-34546877035380063702008-10-10T23:03:00.002+08:002008-10-30T07:20:04.604+08:00

Yeh! I mentioned before how the London Business School pay people here to take surveys right?Got another today - on decision making in auctions and negotiations. How interesting. This one only took me about 15-20 minutes to finish it. But not as simple as the last survey. Had to write more about feelings and emotions in this one. But nonetheless, good money! Hope there will continue to be more of

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-56734072805351193092008-10-09T19:17:00.000+08:002008-10-11T17:38:36.991+08:00

I finally went for my first 5-km run in London. What a glorious feeling after!It was quite difficult to pick up my determination to go running using plenty of ready excuses like the cold, I'd be by myself, water supply, attire, etc. But I finally made myself take advantage of this recent sunny weather to go running in the morning.Boy! I do feel so energized and happier after the bout of exercise.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-18476163322564551542008-10-08T21:57:00.000+08:002008-10-30T02:35:05.385+08:00

Had whole day lessons again today.First, rushed to Strand campus for "What Makes a Good Essay" workshop by the English Language Centre.Then, had to rush over within 15 minutes for the Foundation Module lesson over at the Waterloo campus.Last but not least, had to rush again to make it back to my hostel for the second online session. Or rather, the first online session for the second module.Sigh..

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-50357342752186353442008-10-07T21:44:00.000+08:002008-10-30T01:51:45.046+08:00

Attended the Part-Time Work Fair today at the Strand Campus.These fairs are great - to collect freebies! Sweets, snacks, pens, post-its... Time to be an ugly Singaporean! *laugh* No lah. Only took a chocolate to munch on, was given the rest of the stuff by the staff at the various stalls.Signed up for a part-time waitress job at some event company. This one hosts events at a fixed venue, and it's

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-83719176335014597892008-10-06T21:38:00.002+08:002008-10-30T01:43:36.196+08:00

Lessons whole day today. Separate lessons at both campus some more...First, 2 in-sessional workshops by the English Language Centre. First one "Write Better Essays", followed by "Kickstart Your Research". Very good instructor and he provides very good resources and lesson materials. So glad I signed up for the workshops.Was supposed to have my first Japanese lesson in the evening but there is

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-48179638562591417102008-10-06T10:34:00.000+08:002008-10-30T01:38:16.349+08:00

Could really relate to the first article in the series. In the recent years, I realised that I have been trying to find out more about the different faiths around me. Sometimes, I do wonder if there is something missing in me because of my lack of a strong faith. However, I am happy with the person that I am and I believe I have my own (and right) set of values and principles. Perhaps knowing

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-1723573088710471502008-10-05T23:18:00.000+08:002008-10-29T09:46:39.772+08:00

Was supposed to go on a sight-seeing trip with the KCLSU on some museum-hopping session. But since it was raining, decided to join Iggy for a movie at the BFI. We watched this 1946 film 'A Matter of Life and Death'.Returning to England from a bombing run in May 1945, flyer Peter Carter's plane is damaged and his parachute ripped to shreds. He has his crew bail out safely, but figures it is

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-27784996202145971302008-10-04T23:00:00.001+08:002008-10-29T07:18:52.159+08:00

Went to school freaking early this morning for my first formal face-to-face lesson of the 2 modules I'm taking for my course this semester. As you can see from the photo above, it was 9 deg C!Wasn't sure of the expectations of the supervisors of the course but it turned out alright. Including some part-timers and a couple of other MA (Education) students, there were about 6-7 people taking each

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-14776007551655153782008-10-03T21:19:00.000+08:002008-10-19T10:10:39.642+08:00

Had an appointment to meet with my module supervisor this afternoon.Wanted to speak with him about choosing a topic for my dissertation. Prepared a list of topics actually. But didn't get a chance to show it to him. It was quite a learning experience for me nonetheless. He gave me some ideas on what to do. All in the course of our conversation and I think I have a topic in mind at the end of the

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-17761651090724938462008-10-02T23:16:00.001+08:002008-10-28T14:44:57.835+08:00

Very happy - had a ultra productive day today.Woke up early for a volunteer study at the Psychiatry Department at Guy's Hospital. Well, ok, it wasn't exactly a volunteer study. I get paid £10 for filling out some surveys. The study was supposed to be about eating disorders but the surveys were mainly about how one feel towards events and situations. I was quite curious how the 2 connect. After

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-24093887408878198452008-10-01T23:53:00.001+08:002008-10-19T00:34:52.658+08:00

I seriously need to put aside some time each night before I sleep to blog like my good friend Kloosterpoort.Let's see. No photos taken today. Expenses at supermarket. No special event in organizer.I can only assume that I went to school, attended my afternoon lesson, and shopped at supermarket after the lesson. I remember that I was craving fish, so I bought some haddock. Haven't had fruits for a

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-7102739139419141102008-09-30T22:52:00.001+08:002008-10-10T08:30:44.201+08:00

Found this lobang to complete consumer surveys at the London Business School (LBS) and get 10 pounds in return. Yeh! A chance for some money to come in. It's absolutely disgusting to be on a student's budget after spending my way through so much money for the past 4-5 years.Anyway, walked to Regent's Park where LBS is near, another delightful 7 km walk... I wonder if the net value of weight gain

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-49696909037364351332008-09-29T19:28:00.003+08:002008-10-11T06:00:14.010+08:00

It was a glorious event-filled weekend. I had such a wonderful time all the way from Thursday.So, time to hit the books again. I wasn't very happy with myself that I wasn't speaking up last Wed during the foundation module. In fact, when I had something to say, I was the only one who would put up her hand first!And when I had something to say, I was stuttering... Trying to gather my thoughts and

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-69250408035627664182008-09-28T21:45:00.004+08:002008-10-11T05:59:47.684+08:00

So exciting! F1 in Singapore. And the first F1 night race ever in the world!And a good omens aplenty for me at this event. Let's see. First, the Singapore Meetup group organized an event at this pub to watch the F1 race. Wasn't very sure of whether I wanted to go there all by myself so I didn't sign up for the event. A week before the event, I decided to go for it anyway but it was fully booked.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-34814127924377250082008-09-27T22:25:00.001+08:002008-10-10T05:44:35.467+08:00

First, went for the Ultimate Frisbee session at Hyde Park. Fitness is super lousy. Haven't had a chance to run after I got here. I keep using the cold weather and all the walking I have been doing as my excuses. But hey, I am taking the first step in taking part in the Ultimate Frisbee session right?It was fun. I learned the game, better ways to throw the frisbee. Too bad I can't join in the

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-10173828930557567822008-09-26T21:07:00.000+08:002008-10-10T05:24:55.415+08:00

Went out to Borough Market to hunt for brain food - fish. Found this stall selling wild game!Went to a photo shop to get a number of photos printed out. Yeah... still missing home (again)...Photos included: My family (of course) just before my brother and I both left for Europe. I hope my parents and grandad are all ok... Got a photo of only ME at Angkor Wat. That trip was amazing for so many

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-57114669561536543052008-09-25T22:49:00.001+08:002008-10-10T04:59:15.362+08:00

Ok. Time to start on my studies proper. The other 2 modules only start next month. But already got a chunk of books for background reading on ICT and Education...Then of course, got the reading lists from yesterday's foundation module.Started on the readings for the foundation module. Very interesting. Really opened up my eyes and mind to other ways of education systems. I hated psychology of

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-91550889161914428472008-09-24T21:04:00.000+08:002008-10-10T04:49:30.801+08:00

Attended my first lesson for this foundation module on UK Education today.Went to school to return 3 of the books which I finished over the weekend. Was going to take it easy and attend the lesson, find out what it is about. Then met a fellow course mate who stressed me out about how she has been reading up on the UK Education system because she is afraid of the tutor asking questions in the

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-90146713106752081232008-09-23T23:51:00.000+08:002008-10-10T03:45:26.317+08:00

Today was a pretty boring day. I'm sure I spent a decent amount of time on my studies? *grin*But highlight of the day was to use up my 450 gm of minced pork.Quite a huge lump of minced meat for a single person. Especially one who eats quite little for each meal. And I absolutely abhor cooking a single dish and eating the same thing over the next couple of meals.So, I set out to prepare 3 dishes

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-58595120625259772352008-09-22T23:47:00.001+08:002008-10-10T02:43:55.367+08:00

Feeling utterly satisfied with my soup from yesterday, I decided to take a long walk from my hostel to Oxford Street for more shopping.Actually, the trip was originally meant only to get a baking tray from Marks & Spencer. But somehow, I found myself at the entrance of this huge Primark store! Before I knew it, I was loaded with some 30 pounds of clothes and stuff. All necessities, mind you. But

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-24437773850081403552008-09-21T23:40:00.001+08:002008-10-09T23:47:05.364+08:00

Let’s see. I think the blog entry for today shall be dedicated to my mum!After two weeks of pasta and sandwiches, I am officially sick of the blandness and boring food that I have been eating. Having spent a small fortune on a lot of oriental cooking necessities (rice, noodles, soya sauce, etc), I spent another small fortune on fresh produce today – chicken, minced pork, potatoes, tomatoes,

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-91882618574974055322008-09-20T18:15:00.000+08:002008-10-06T08:57:33.001+08:00

Sigh... Retail therapy for the asian student on a budget = sale at chinatownAs mentioned on an earlier blog, I was supposed to take part in the Peace Run at Victoria Park. However, due to the STUPID tube lines closing here, not running there, I was super confused over which line I could or could not take and ended up late by the time I reached Victoria Park.However, it was a very nice place to

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-84965453787585123532008-09-19T13:03:00.000+08:002008-10-06T08:15:15.618+08:00

Did I just call this small hole my home?I guess I should. I still feel uneasy calling this place my home. Many times, I still yearn for the security and familiarity of the place that I had in Singapore. I had a such strong sense of identity there. But funnily, I wasn't conscious of it when I was in Singapore. In fact, I was also feeling inadequate and insecure of my own place when I was back '

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-35191623497610379222008-09-18T22:19:00.001+08:002008-10-06T08:03:57.172+08:00

Sorry I forgot to take photos of the KCL Freshers' Fair.Got my flat-mates together and we walked to school for the Freshers' Fair. Wow, there was a looooong queue of freshers waiting to get inside this tentage with the stalls of the Fair! Thankfully, I had my flat-mates to talk with as we waited for our turn. Once inside, wow again! Loads of people and activities - sports and games, societies,

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-82620044979338469022008-09-18T09:19:00.001+08:002008-09-19T18:35:57.845+08:00

On Saturday 20 September Tower Hamlets will be hosting the London Peace Run in the borough's Victoria Park. This is one of the highlights of the London Week of Peace - an annual week of high profile events and initiatives aiming to promote community cohesion, safety and peace across the capital.With more than 200 entrants expected, participation rather than competition is the order of the day at

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-47097826140730954932008-09-17T22:59:00.000+08:002008-10-06T07:19:12.470+08:00

Sorry I haven't been blogging as conscientiously as I wished...Let's see.Was finally enrolled yesterday afternoon, followed by my course induction in the evening.Feeling super kiasu and wanted to figure out the way around my campus, so went to school today. Visited the library and borrowed a ton of books for my initial reading. At first, I thought the borrowing limit of 20 was ridiculously high.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-46097892210895091192008-09-16T22:09:00.000+08:002008-09-29T08:07:25.725+08:00

Yeh! It's finally time for enrolment!After twiddling my fingers (and toes) in London for the past 10 days, it's finally time for me to officially become a student! Indulged in my FIRST packet of instant noodles - Myojo Singapore Sambal Chicken Ramen - nice, hot and spicy!Ok, took a while to get ready because must make sure I look nice when they take my picture at enrolment mah. Got to school

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-66826526580791411522008-09-16T10:50:00.001+08:002008-09-19T18:36:27.797+08:00

By Tan WeizhenMORE teachers are doing volunteer work here and overseas, with many heading to countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam, India and China to help the needy.They are even starting to take their students along.'In the process of helping others, the students learn way beyond what they would have in a classroom,' said St Andrew's Junior College teacher Louis Ho, 30.The physical education

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-78209384253586285172008-09-15T21:34:00.000+08:002008-09-29T07:08:58.132+08:00

Boring day today. Went out for a brief walk to the National Theatre - dun the "green" furniture look fun? It's quite comfortable. Just a little difficult for me to get on. *bleah*Finally got my care package of the week. Being waiting for it till my neck is damn long already. Inside got 2 double-yolked MOONCAKES! Yum yum!!! And I nearly cried when I saw the 2 tins of luncheon meat that my mum put

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-441397865449196562008-09-14T23:57:00.001+08:002008-09-29T06:34:05.761+08:00

Die lah... Haven't blogged for so long I can't recall what I did 2 weeks back already!And I have stopped taking photos of EVERYTHING and EVERYWHERE... So, makes it even more difficult to recollect my activities and etc.But well, the main points of each day are still clear in my mind, so better blog all these now while I still have some time before my full curriculum starts.Let's see. I called

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-45312363899883078072008-09-13T21:52:00.001+08:002008-09-19T19:04:29.148+08:00

Decided to visit the National Gallery with 2 new found friends from the same hall.We spent some time walking along the river bank, enjoying all the stalls set up for the Thames Festival. Wish I had the budget to try all the food, but well... Learning to do without the tangibles and enjoy the intangibles... *grin*Then, spent some time at Trafalgar Square just resting, enjoying the sunshine, and

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-49508313120966468122008-09-12T21:05:00.002+08:002008-09-19T07:30:33.532+08:00

Got some good information about banking, etc. Took the initiative to speak with this Indian gal, who turned out to be my flatmate! What a coincidence! It was great to meet with her and her friend, who was doing the same course. It’d be so nice, to have a friend, come all the way here, and have the chance to do everything together. Definitely a bunch of help when one needs to check class notes

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-32174416460744642442008-09-11T21:52:00.002+08:002008-09-19T05:27:14.843+08:00

Today was a full day out at the Waterloo campus for the orientation programme proper. Met another Singaporean doing her Masters of Law, and a group of gals from my hall. Was supposed to carry on with the evening and spend it over at Tutu’s, the KCLSU student night club, for some English pub quiz. But was paranoid over whether I locked my room door and went back home after the day activities ended

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-9517444431333969542008-09-10T17:23:00.004+08:002008-09-19T05:12:41.275+08:00

My clothes were starting to feel dirty (it has been a week...), so went down to the laundry this morning. However, didn’t have enough change for a round of the dryer, so had to hang the laundry all around my room to dry.Met this Brazilian lawyer who’d be doing his Master’s in Law and arranged to meet him early to show him Tesco’s. Then, decided to go down to the school and requested for another

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-73772426418421454892008-09-09T21:22:00.001+08:002008-09-19T04:55:30.780+08:00

Stayed in again today. Spent some time sorting through all the pamphlets I have gathered over the past week, uploading the photos I have taken since coming here, and of course, smiling more and more as I go through my care parcels from HOME...This trip is really enlightening. There are so many things we should be thankful for back home. Definitely things are cheaper, hot (and GOOD) food is always

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-1749769868732428492008-09-08T21:18:00.000+08:002008-09-13T17:22:44.784+08:00

Great! Going to meet SLY later in the evening for dinner. Finally! A familiar face!The cold of the place was getting to me and I decided to get my heated underblanket (electric blanket) and a fan heater from Argos today, rather than waiting for it to get real cold and everyone will be wanting to get the same things. So, walked over to Victoria this morning. Since I always have breakfast not long

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-42009395038468165702008-09-07T21:16:00.000+08:002008-09-13T17:17:44.861+08:00

Stayed in all day. Been spending too much the past few days and a little tired of walking as well. It helped that the weather was gloomy all day. No more out in the rain and wind for me please...My 2 care packages from home just arrived last night, so I was quite excited to open up the boxes and see what my mum had sent me! Yippee, more socks! Finally, all my facial moisturisers, hair serum, face

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-39711435781729891602008-09-06T21:11:00.000+08:002008-09-13T17:12:45.711+08:00

Went walking like nobody’s business today. First, crossed Lambeth Bridge to get to Sloane Square. YSL was giving out these collector’s item cloth bags. Thought I’d try my luck to see if I could get one. And, I was just in time! The YSL girls were just at Sloane Square when I arrived there and I got one! Almost wanted to get another one (they have 2 versions of the bag), but decided I shall not be

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-36243159688402849262008-09-05T21:54:00.000+08:002008-09-09T14:55:55.597+08:00

Woke up at 5+ am. Made myself go back to sleep and woke up about an hour later. Booted up my laptop to record my expenditure yesterday and these blogs entries. Had cereal and milk for breakfast – thanks to sia again. Decided that i was not going to buy skimmed milk again! It tastes like highly diluted milk, almost like water. it looks ok in the bottle, but the difference with full cream milk is

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-64769576911343604862008-09-04T20:50:00.002+08:002008-09-17T07:55:27.085+08:00

The cheapskate that i was, i actually managed to smuggle the pillow and blanket from my flight. *laugh* i was trying so hard to stuff the VERY BULKY items into my 2 already full bags. Amazingly, i did it! So now, i’m very comfy with my Givenchy blanket and in-room duvet, and a mini pillow.Took some time to re-organize my bags in the toilet and boy, the customs queue is still as long as ever.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-71846098810999323132008-09-03T19:35:00.003+08:002008-09-17T07:54:55.321+08:00

Schedule was to have left my place by 7 pm so that i can check in by 7.30 pm. My good friends (chauffeurs Varian and Noel, BFF May and hubby Floyd) were all waiting for me at my place by 7 pm but i was so stressed that i have not “finished” my packing... I wanted so much to scream and exclaim that I’m not leaving after all. But thankfully, my ego stopped me from doing so. Much of my stress and

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-28373353572521768062008-09-01T02:10:00.000+08:002008-09-02T20:40:41.323+08:00

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-23194374757011412022008-08-25T00:11:00.001+08:002008-09-03T01:23:26.118+08:00

Going house crazy staying in my room the whole day, for days on end, to sort through all the rubbish that I have hoarded over the past years of my life. Below is a photo of some things I would love to keep but alas... have to throw away.Examples include: my dorm door plate with me & my room-mate's (May) name on it; my RJ Grad Nite ticket (oops... strangers can calculate my age liao); a 20c bus

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-72011885635583980342008-08-20T20:01:00.002+08:002008-09-02T20:10:03.574+08:00

Finally!After goodness knows how long it has been, the four of us - Grace, Wensi, Xin'ai and myself - have managed to get together.It's amazing how long the four of us goes way back... I must thank Xin'ai for much of who I am, actually. It was her who inspired me to dabble in sports, and as many activities as I can try. Wensi keeps me grounded and makes me wish I was more informed of the many

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-2749700498934239382008-08-19T19:36:00.000+08:002008-09-02T19:37:02.514+08:00

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-18053537466011358592008-08-18T02:45:00.003+08:002008-08-18T02:56:50.621+08:00

Came back from May's place around 5 pm and have been clearing my room since then... Amazingly, I've been at it for the past 9 hours!Took some photos of some blasts from the past, e.g. NTU Hall Room label from 1998, and a 20-cent bus ticket from goodness knows when.Now, got a great urge to blog after reading my Sec & JC autograph book. Seems like I have not really changed much.Accordingly to some

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-52548847906142785842008-08-16T03:13:00.005+08:002008-08-16T03:32:39.835+08:00

I know it's kinda morbid to be thinking about one's death. But like JK was saying, I think I am just as blased about death as he is, if not more.Anyway, with my grandad's close brush with death, I have also just experienced one of the lowest point in my life. I have also come to the realisation, yes, I have way too many things beyond the necessities. My life has become very messy and complicated,

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-73881928251580884222008-08-13T04:14:00.002+08:002008-08-13T04:22:42.486+08:00

Had one of the most traumatic experience of my life yesterday.Grandad just admitted into the Intensive Care Unit at the hospital.Wish there was someone I can call who will be there for me. To hold me when I'm tired. To support me when I need someone to lean on.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-28980609166907049742008-08-11T02:14:00.003+08:002008-08-11T02:25:08.608+08:00

Steamboat @ Caroline's again!But this time, I no need to prepare anything. The lady hostess has learnt enough to get ready everything on her own. It was nice to just turn up and enjoy a dinner with good frens at someone's place. You can dress casual, laugh as loudly as you want, be 'completely' at ease (to some extent)...And I think the photos show the simple enjoyment of my evening.In addition,

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-2212817785209853162008-08-09T23:59:00.001+08:002008-08-11T02:24:40.243+08:00

Had a very enjoyable dinner with the gals this evening.I really think too much and unnecessary some more. For example, I wanted very much to change the venue after I made the reservation and informed all the gals becoz I kept reading bad reviews of this place. However, since I couldn't find another venue within the same budget, the same location with ease of parking, away from NDP crowd, etc, etc

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-37193992852952089332008-08-07T01:32:00.000+08:002008-08-11T19:46:08.241+08:00

Yup. He's off for 3 WHOLE YEARS in Sweden. Lucky b*******!Nvm... He better let me stay at his place if I get the chance to go over. Wanna so much to see the Northern Lights now that I know they are visible from the north part of Sweden. But very expensive!

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-28155061696359106682008-08-05T19:24:00.000+08:002008-08-11T19:32:00.823+08:00

Finally got a chance to enjoy the sandwiches at Toast. It's a small cafe at the back of Taka. Its sandwiches are supposed to be very good - and they ARE!Woke up early and had to starve all the way coz I had a medical appointment at the Raffles Medical @ Taka for health screening. By the time I finished the check-up, I was all ready for a good breakfast. Luckily, no shops were open, except for the

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-13363971116619041862008-08-04T19:08:00.001+08:002008-08-11T19:24:33.103+08:00

Thank you very much to everybody's well-wishes and, of course, presents! *grin*

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-42284938574275151932008-08-03T23:24:00.003+08:002008-08-11T00:05:36.197+08:00

Yes... I woke up early again today...Sigh... I am waking up earlier than I usually do when I have work. Anyway, Tai-Tai day 1 started very well with a 3-km jog/run/walk along the Clementi canal with JH. Then we had a 'fattening' brunch of prata and 100-Plus after the run.Then, I had to rush down to town for my facial. Immediately after that, I had to rush again for my hair treatment at another

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-57313150526330000792008-08-02T23:15:00.001+08:002008-08-10T23:52:25.510+08:00

I'm supposed to try updating my blog every day...Hopefully, it won't become an account of my daily activities and bore everyone...Let's see. I woke up real early again today. Wanted to give Joshua some company and support to welcome the Chinmaya teachers and students at the airport but their flight was delayed. Supposed to meet my students from 8 to 10 am so had to forgo the trip to the airport.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-43585270013690388492008-08-01T21:30:00.002+08:002008-08-01T22:06:14.817+08:00

Forgot to ask my students to stay back in school to take photos with yesterday. But then again, I purposely did not make it known that I was leaving... So it was more a result of my own doing.I would have hoped to take photos with my 4Ts, they were my babies when I first started teaching. Didn't take any photos with my 3N2s other than the few boys who came by the staff room at the end of the day.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-33074668717789461482008-08-01T21:07:00.002+08:002008-08-01T21:29:12.653+08:00

Managed to take photos with some of my colleagues during the last few hours in school. It's a busy time for most of us - invigilation duties, deputy sup coming to visit the next day, etc...There were many colleagues with whom I wished I had taken photos with, but yeah, we really do look haggard after a day's work and the week's still not over yet.Debating if I should go for the Teachers' Day

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-28051222823731863242008-08-01T20:38:00.002+08:002008-08-01T20:59:39.425+08:00

My table space is always messy. I'm famous for it. Back in the old staff room, my table even had photos taken to prove how much more space teachers need.I wonder if my table will re-appear when I go over to London. I remember my hostel room in NTU was very clean. But then again, I didn't do a lot of 'real work' when I was in NTU. *grin*I am rather impressed at how quickly I cleared out my little

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-25075362145375040042008-08-01T20:28:00.002+08:002008-08-01T20:31:26.741+08:00

I really love these photos. Bought the set from India on my OSL trip to Kochi back in 06 but waited until now to wear it. Remember that I regretted buying it back then, but hey, I think I really like it!Enjoy the photos!

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-75757042817725902472008-08-01T19:18:00.002+08:002008-08-01T19:57:33.025+08:00

It sure feels strange. Woke up earlier than usual today at 5 am. Partly probably because I fell asleep early last night at 10 pm.Such mixed feelings this morning. A lil sad to lose the regularity of waking up, rushing to work, singing the national anthem and taking the pledge, taking morning attendance, and going about my lessons... Wasn't sure quite what to do after waking up... Prepared some

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-70266973254532953612008-07-31T11:53:00.000+08:002008-07-31T11:55:23.145+08:00

What a laugh! I just read my horoscope (at the bottom of this page)."... you'll probably stir a day of chaos."

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-36431526911270800962008-07-31T11:45:00.002+08:002008-07-31T11:52:17.741+08:00

I'm so glad my last day is today.I started with my 4N1 Maths class. Somehow, they seem to be the last class in which nobody heard any news of my leaving... Anyway, most of them were rather surprised at my announcement that today is my last day. I hope the news will not affect their preparation for the Ns. Besides, I will still try to see them every Sat, either in school or outside (I think they'd

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-24623850514333351662008-07-29T15:13:00.000+08:002008-10-10T07:28:14.697+08:00

Bravo! What a delightful piece of writing!~~~~~~~~~~by Sumiko TanOkay, so here we go again.Marriage and making babies are back in the news. It's enough to make a single person weep.Every couple of years, the problem of Singapore not having enough babies will be resurrected and the nation will plunge into another period of soul-searching.The Government will then announce a raft of fresh incentives

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-68543506314429297432008-07-23T12:31:00.001+08:002008-07-23T12:31:43.822+08:00

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Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-40647651883090160142008-07-23T12:27:00.001+08:002008-07-23T12:27:24.660+08:00

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-60961097261595936332008-07-23T12:25:00.001+08:002008-07-23T12:25:41.762+08:00

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-73703803125238674502008-07-11T11:03:00.004+08:002008-08-11T00:07:08.659+08:00

I didn't get the apartment with the good location. Got one quite a distance from the campus. Hope I can walk over. May have to consider buying a bike if the transport fees are too high...

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-49785756902980522782008-07-08T23:22:00.001+08:002008-07-11T00:37:24.317+08:00

After dinner and drinks with the gals, was supposed to go home coz need to wake up early the next day. AT came to give me a lift, I presumed a lift home.However, after realising that he waited quite a while to give me the ride out of the Keppel Marina, I suggested that we go for a cup of coffee.We went first to Hilton but their lounge closes surprisingly early. We walked walked their shopping

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-19266138026786464792008-07-08T13:58:00.000+08:002008-07-11T00:36:25.553+08:00

Yup. Treated my mum a few times to some very nice restaurants, but have never reached this kind of a bill. About $70+ per person.Imagine $42+++ just for a rack of pork. But the place is very nice. The way it is tucked away into the building and that you have to be led by the hostess through a 'secret doorway'... The chef would prepare a little something to open your palate and Linda even got a

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-34163632540375626312008-07-07T16:04:00.002+08:002008-07-10T16:11:25.349+08:00

Decided to prepare a meal for my grandad and myself when my parents went on their holiday to Sydney.My omelette was, of course, without fault. But too much oil when frying the fish. And the soup was too much contrasting flavours.The dishes were fighting each other for attention. All very strong dishes with strong flavours. The egg with its bacon. The fish with its oil. Then the spicy and sour

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-72812820173077720112008-07-07T15:25:00.000+08:002008-07-10T16:04:02.695+08:00

Finally met up with Wensi after a long time to pick her brains on my future plans (at that time). She brought me to a very interesting eatery called Colbar. They have a lot of imported beers. We got one with a honey taste - nice and sweet. However, I dun like beer, so couldn't really appreciate it.I enjoyed more my dinner of curry eggs. 2 hard boiled eggs split into halves. Then a very generous

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-63023319816300380692008-07-06T17:55:00.000+08:002008-07-10T16:03:33.142+08:00

Argh... I miss the ice-cream at Scoops. Haven't indulged in their waffles for a long time...I really like the place. It's not very crowded if you go in the afternoons. It's kinda packed if you go in the evening with the families from the nearby private houses crowding the place. However, because the sitting area is L-shaped, you dun really get all the noise when you are lucky enough to get the

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-49756332387588406682008-07-06T15:52:00.000+08:002008-07-10T16:01:23.127+08:00

Garlic sirloin steak. 3 minutes on each side. A little just slightly overcooked from my preferred medium rare.I have gone a long way from eating only well-done steaks. What a waste of good beef.Was quite pleasantly surprised by my own cooking. Marinated the steak the night before with oil, sesame oil, pepper, salt, garlic. Made the pan very hot first, then seared the sides of the meat - sealing

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-46962005459128149492008-07-05T14:47:00.000+08:002008-07-10T15:36:39.788+08:00

I think I have posted the photos above in a previous blog.But never mind. Haven't updated my blogs for a while and I have been meeting a lot of friends for meals out. Gonna blog all the food photos for the next couple entries.This one was at a small dim-sum stall at Sunshine Plaza (or Building) near Paradiz at Selegie Road. The carrot cake is steamed instead of pan-fried. It was ok. Very

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-59152765400705370682008-07-04T10:43:00.002+08:002008-07-04T12:51:51.597+08:00

Wah! Had a really great time during the Youth Day performance.As usual, the teachers put up fantastic song items and a group song and dance performance. Made me real tempted to come back to school to perform for Teachers' Day.Should I? Make more problems for myself... *grin*Have to go for department lunch now at Suntec. Then go home and enjoy my new Starhub Digital Cable! It's real good. Got so

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-86570196985414916732008-07-02T12:36:00.000+08:002008-07-02T12:36:00.707+08:00

Anyway, do get my msn if you wish to stay in touch. Or leave a message on my tag board. *smile*And, I'm still around for another month at least to terrorize all of my students. No skiving of work! Or you'd be punishing yourself because, like I mentioned, I'd be teaching stuff for CA2.

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-82006533126580047342008-07-02T12:13:00.000+08:002008-07-02T12:24:48.714+08:00

So, the news is out. I'd be teaching till the end of July. I'd finish all the syllabus that is needed for your CA2 in Term 3 (Must be responsible!). I'm sad to leave everyone but hey, some sacrifices have to be made.In fact, my last blog entry of the 'Gap year' entry is pretty relevant. Usually, the gap year is a period of time between graduation and the next step of work. It gives many youths

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-71390928410429175982008-07-02T11:35:00.000+08:002008-07-02T12:24:29.733+08:00

Some students started asking me if I'm really going UK to study on Monday. So during Homeroom today, I decided to make a formal announcement of my leaving to my class. It was, after all, in line with the focus of the day's Homeroom: Setting Goals.There wasn't much time, so I didn't really get to tell my full life story. But I hope enough information got through.(1) I come from a

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-27286430547313958962008-07-01T12:02:00.001+08:002008-07-02T12:03:59.129+08:00

This article was first published in The Straits Times on June 30, 2008.By Chew Zhi Wen, 21, to read law and economics at the National University of Singapore (NUS).THE gap year - that period of time between graduating or completing national service and the next step - presents a rare opportunity for youth to relish the emancipation from the hustle and bustle of school.It is a time to embark on a

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-30058022074493182982008-06-29T15:18:00.000+08:002008-06-29T15:34:52.647+08:00

Came in at 2 pm and ordered a 'Hearty $9.90 Deal' of Chicken-Baked Rice for the mains.Soup came in 15-20 minutes later... Stared at the service personnel but decided not to bug them and entertain myself by doing my work as I was supposed to.Waited another 15-20 minutes but my main dish is still not in sight. Like any other Singaporean who doesn't want to blow up the matter, I kept quiet and

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-42916633768818225942008-06-28T19:04:00.000+08:002008-06-30T10:37:35.273+08:00

ESFP StrengthsEnthusiastic and fun-loving, they make everything enjoyableClever, witty, direct, and popular, people are drawn towards themEarthy and sensualDown to earth and practical, able to take care of daily needsArtistic and creative, they're likely to have attractive homesFlexible and diverse, they "go with the flow" extremely wellThey can leave bad relationships, although it's not easyTry

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-24755426061517125862008-06-27T08:08:00.003+08:002008-06-27T08:26:22.244+08:00

It's Friday!Will be meeting GT and WS later today - can't wait! Hope I remember to take photos.I love my timetable today. The rest of the week has been hectic and lessons non-stop. But also because of the full timetable for the past 4 days, I only have 2 teaching periods today.Otherwise where got time to blog so early in the morning?Just like to share a funny incident that happened last

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-45199835460560606022008-06-26T23:00:00.000+08:002008-06-27T09:03:09.183+08:00

Last paycheck coming in 2 weeks later.Just made arrangements for an acquaintance to take over my tuition assignment. Then realised, darn!, there'd be no more tuition income either!Wah! Really have to survive from next month purely on my savings. *shudder*Must remember to stop all unnecessary expenditure asap!

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-18311937802002803532008-06-25T01:16:00.000+08:002008-06-27T08:28:29.757+08:00

It can be quite depressing seeing how nice my brother's accomodation is while mine is kinda...See for yourself...

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-68434399169681839312008-06-23T23:21:00.000+08:002008-06-27T08:28:10.137+08:00

Chased after yet another cockroach in the kitchen just now.First time I missed hitting the b*******. All the huge boxes of electronic goods and grocery items my brother bought for his Sweden trip got in my way. I hope my brother won't bring along some Singapore "xiao qiang" to his new home in Annebo, Sweden.His place is so nice!I can't wait to visit him. We'd only be 1 300 km apart, thanks to

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-88050891887633732592008-06-22T22:54:00.000+08:002008-06-27T08:27:51.369+08:00

Finally consolidated the photos from the Kinabalu trip.I can't wait for my next trip...

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-32268555207408002572008-06-21T16:23:00.000+08:002008-06-25T22:58:29.680+08:00

I love this new show on AXN. (yes, yes, I still try to make time to watch TV despite all the things I have to do...)Champagne wishes and caviar dreams are reality for Sara Duffy, an eccentric go-getter with a meticulous attitude who runs a luxury travel concierge business. Billionaires, socialites and entertainment moguls turn to Sara and her team of travel experts, dubbed "Sara's Angels," to

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-46904825478741752172008-06-18T12:48:00.002+08:002008-06-25T16:22:59.579+08:00

"Jobs come and go,Education is for life.""No one will look out for your benefits,You have to look out for yourself."

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5318007.post-54840804676938133312008-06-17T00:19:00.003+08:002008-06-25T20:46:34.029+08:00

Have been running errands like mad the last 2 days. So didn't have time to blog about my Kinabalu trip...Seeing that my trip-kakis have blogged about their experiences, I guess I better sit down and pen a few words before I crash for the night.Let's see...Came back from Japan with the weekend to unpack and rest, etc. Took the entire night before flying off to Kota Kinabalu (henceforth shall be

Sharonnoreply@blogger.com1