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Wednesday, January 1, 2003
09:18 a.m.
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Went with Junyi to buy drinks for the party and it turned out that he was late over some shower mishap that he encountered. hahaha. We spend most of our time at the supermarket arguing what drinks to get and in what quantities. Still, our estimate of the drinking capacity wasn’t way off at all…only 1 bottle of drink remained when the whole thing was over. :) The pit had a nice pavilion where we just had a great evening of BBQ-ing, eating and plain chatting *read gossip*. Heh, BH culture, what to do? :P Didn’t ate much as most of my evening time were spend buying last minute stuff for the BBQ, carrying things and BBQ-ing. But the sushi that mier’s mum made was absolutely fantastic! All thanks to auntie, who spend her entire afternoon yesterday making the sushi, from what I heard. Argh, but we wasted a lot of food. 60 sticks of satay left uncooked as we all completely forgotten about the plastic bag lying in one corner of the pavilion. So were much of yingjie’s stew and zewang’s Old Chang Chee’s curry-puffs and sotong balls left uneaten. My back and bum are so sore right now. Guess what, I played bridge for the entire night with Mier, Junyi and Yanxin from what, 10pm till this morning 7am, breaking only twice for toilet breaks at YingYun’s house. Hehehe, it sure brought back many memories in army camp when bridge was THE way of life every night. :D Wex, Kelly, Yingjie and some unknown guy were at the “2nd bridge table”. It was really great fun! Wish we would have the chance to play such lengthy, engrossing bridge games next time. Zhiqiang was a walking zombie by morning and Jiajia was lively and bubbly…which could be due to the joyful phone chats she had in the evening while we were BBQ-ing. Sad thing though that Mier and Junyi have to start school tomorrow! Haiz, and I still have my jap exam coming on the 3rd. It has been a great night. Definitely memorable. PS: Thank you Mier, for your LOTR books!!! :) I can’t wait to start reading them. Hehe. Tuesday, December 31, 2002 04:13 p.m. ___________________________________________
Three years ago, I remembered "celebrating" New Year's eve on military duty in Tekong camp. The feeling was really demoralising, seeing everyone happily booking out for the holidays, while you stay in camp with 15+ poor fellows "guarding" the camp. Hahaha. New year; New resolution. Just that I haven't thought of that yet. :P Maybe I can think about it after the bbq food tonight. Monday, December 30, 2002 02:51 p.m. ___________________________________________
Thought it would be good to hear the evidence from both sides of the story. So my search today focus mainly on those websites that thinks the hoax was made up. Here's one: http://www.redzero.demon.co.uk/moonhoax/ This website basically tried to counter whatever arguments that was found in the website posted last night. Heh, as usual, it's up to you again to decide who you want to believe in. Sunday, December 29, 2002 11:31 p.m. ___________________________________________
I am more inclined to still believe that the arguments aren't true. But if they are, that got to be the world's biggest hoax ever. Heh, for me, it's really highly unimaginable. Read it for yourself and you decide. :) http://www.forteantimes.com/articles/094_moon.shtml Sunday, December 29, 2002 02:35 p.m. ___________________________________________
I have learned... 1. That when you are expecting a poor attendance, 20+ guys would turn up, making today’s session the largest participation rate ever since we started 2. That you shouldn’t have a hearty breakfast prior to physically exerting exercise like soccer. It will make you want to puke them throughout your game. Trust me on this one. 3. That ankle guards not worn for the past 4 months will spilt when you try to put them on, rendering them useless. 4. That heading a high fast moving ball out of your own penalty area will bring cheers and a pat on the back from your own teammates, but lowers your IQ by 20 points momentarily. 5. That spending much time in trying to move your playing area around in Bishan Park to avoid the muddy areas is futile…as the entire area is nearly 100% muddy. 6. That the best place to wait for the ball is at the muddiest, wettest area on the pitch that you can find. 7. That the ball has a strange gravitation towards the muddiest, wettest area on the pitch that you can find. 8. That a soccer game can really look like a guy’s mud fight when everyone is scrambling for the ball at the, you guess it, the muddiest, wettest area on the pitch that you can find. 9. That a full contact of soccer boot studs on the side of a person’s ankle will inflict maximum pain and have that poor fella rolling on the ground, screaming. ** I am really, really sorry, Justin! It wasn’t intentional! Don’t be mad at me, okay? ** 10. That after a 4 months layoff from sports and soccer, your fitness level will plummet like crazy…and make you look like an idiot when you are trying to move the ball around. 11. That 1.25 liters of water is not enough for you to last a 3 hours soccer game. 12. That you do not underestimate the resilence of the mud on your boots, socks, shirt…etc. As of now, my equipment is still being soak in a pail. 13. That sweat stings like crazy when it gets into your eyes. 14. That Nike soccer boots are STILL the best. 15. That a can of H20 is all it takes to revitalize you, for a brief 5 minutes. :P …and on a soccer unrelated issue, I learned that walking around bare body is longer appropriate now in my own home. :/ Saturday, December 28, 2002 10:44 p.m. ___________________________________________
So my afternoon was spend at orchard, with a friend. Really enjoyable to walk around, helping her look for all her stuff. :) Much walking also as we went around all the stores trying to compare and get the best prices. Hahaha. Oh yah, my aunt shifted in her entire "house" into ours today. More baggages, clothings, computer...you name it. Suddenly felt a little cramp around here. Friday, December 27, 2002 11:43 p.m. ___________________________________________
It has been what? 9 years? 10 years since I last lived with so many members in one roof. And please, living with 19 other guys during NS in my barrack isn’t the same. I got to watch what I say, do. Got to factor in the 2 ladies living just opposite my room whenever I am home. I come back home and there were extra footwear by the door; extra toiletries and towels hanging by the door, my dad’s bed in the living room…all the evidence for me to see and know that there are others around wherever I go. Still, I am doing my upmost best to smile and make them feel welcome. Like what I mentioned earlier, I don’t have much of a say in things around here. Period. Friday, December 27, 2002 02:45 p.m. ___________________________________________
I really don't understand the rationale of all these arrangements. They have been coming and going over the past many years; this isn't their first time staying. Much much prefer just my close family members around me... Hate it when I have no say over such things. Like my words and opinion ever counted here. Friday, December 27, 2002 12:11 a.m. ___________________________________________
Watching it the 2nd time gave me a huge luxury of relaxing back and picking out storylines and details that would have been missed watching it the first time round. The battle of helm's keep is still simply breathtaking; absolutely the seige battle scene ever. Hahaha, did you know that when the defenders were at the wall, and as Gimli the dwarf remarked that they could have picked a better place for him to stand ** becos dwarves are short :P **, Legolas, who was standing next to Gimli, actually let out a wide grin that time. Hahahaha! Really cool to notice that! Also picked out some movie bloopers and mistakes in the movie, which I wouldn't reveal here, lest I spoilt the show for others. :DDD Still, LOTR 2 Towers is great. Hehehe, can't wait for the VCD. Thursday, December 26, 2002 02:15 p.m. ___________________________________________
I just asked Dan if he can spare a bar or 2 for my BH friends so that they too, experience my joy at savouring these beauties. His reply was that he imported only a specific number and there aren't extras. But he promised to consult his wife to squeeze out that 1 swiss bar for my BH friends. Hahahaha, as he put it, his wife decides how much chocolate all their friends get. :D So all hope are not lost lah. Keeping my fingers crossed that I can carry that precious 1 bar to the 31st BBQ. BH guys will love it!!! *If it happens...* PS: TO ALL YOU BH GUYS WHO ARE READING THIS, START PRAYING AND KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED!! HAHAHA! :D Thursday, December 26, 2002 12:18 a.m. ___________________________________________
Anyway, we went for a little walkwalk after dinner. Jia went to try some jeans at various shops, then decided to just get the pair she wanted at the shop near her place... And after talking to them who had just watched LOTR2, it just made me desire more to watch it again...and much sooner than planned! Yes, i must try watch it again by the end of this week. :D Wednesday, December 25, 2002 05:51 p.m. ___________________________________________
Wednesday, December 25, 2002 05:47 p.m. ___________________________________________
Got a nice parker pen from Ivan as a gift. Thanks Ivan, I will definitely use it when my attachment starts next month. :) Ken brought his broiled chicken wings; Lionel got his big “tub” of beehoon; Robin, his jar of *ahem* preserved mango slices. And we also have 4 large Canadian pizzas…that we couldn’t finish even with 8 of us. So it’s a chitchat cum makan session on the living room floor. Rather enjoyed it, for it does seem a long time when I shared my thoughts and my life over the past 2 months. But admittedly, I shut out during the first hour because the guys couldn’t stop talking about their camps and their get-togethers that I missed. The gift sharing and games after the food helped save the day. Played our version of “Win, Lose or Draw” and a word guessing game called “Taboo”. Laughed really hard; sometimes even caught me laughing at myself for being silly and stupid. Heh, that settled the next two and a half hours or so. So I am back at my cosy room, just waiting for my hair to dry so that I can pop over the bed and take a nap. Sigh, looks like I can’t join Jia and the BH guys after they have finished with their LOTR 2. :/ Wednesday, December 25, 2002 12:45 a.m. ___________________________________________
It really seems that the entire Singapore’s population were down at orchard road for the Christmas countdown. Maybe I am not used to mingle with such a large crowd, but being with all those jovial people on the streets does help to bring some mood and cheer into me. Quite an enjoyable walk lah but I was a little disappointed actually. The lightings weren’t as good as I expected. Somehow, the view from the bus rides along orchard does seem better. Maybe it’s the crowd, maybe it’s the mood or maybe over the years, something in me has changed that I didn’t notice. Can’t pinpoint it and I can’t help feeling a sense of sadness. It has been a long time since I felt such pessimism…. Did try myself to force the festive mood out by laughing with the crowd and whistling joyful tunes as I walked. Somehow, it didn’t really connect. Hahahaha, okay….I better stop showering myself with such cold artic water on Christmas day! Jia and I both got a lovely handmade Christmas card from Mi. It is really nicely done, and sweet of Mi to do so. Thank you! :))))) Also got a taste of Mi’s mum sushi. Arrggghhh, I wish I have a huge plate of those sushi to myself…instead of that little 1. *Greedy* Hehehe, maybe I should go learn how to make them also. Tuesday, December 24, 2002 06:26 p.m. ___________________________________________
Okay, I am about to finish off the gift. :) Just a few more touches here and there and it will be complete. If you ask me, I consider it a job well-done. :DDD My joy will be made perfect if my friend enjoys/likes what I have done tmr. It's Christmas eve everyone! Merry Christmas to all. :) Monday, December 23, 2002 09:54 p.m. ___________________________________________
Halfway to the dinner meeting point, a friend smsed that he had found a poster shop in Katong and asked me to go check it out. Behind so near Parkway, I detoured and made a hunt for it. Didn’t know that Katong shopping center would be so…ulu and “old”. More like a walk into the 70s and 80s. Was actually about to give up finding it until the shop appeared at the topmost floor. Found out that a LOTR large poster would set me back by at least 50 cool bucks and the A4 sizes would cost around 12 dollars. However, if you are paying for quality and that you really do want the posters, they are worth the buy, esp. since we don’t see a lot of poster shops around. As a side note, I manage to thought out the handcraft that I planned to make and got the materials needed. A single day should be all it takes for me to finish it. *Hopeful* :D Monday, December 23, 2002 12:24 p.m. ___________________________________________
Hmmm, maybe I can go make a handcraft and give that instead; Got 2 days to get it done... Sunday, December 22, 2002 02:00 p.m. ___________________________________________
There goes my biological clock... Sunday, December 22, 2002 07:46 a.m. ___________________________________________
The lan gaming was okay. Though I didn’t particularly enjoy the arcade session at marina bay. Other than being too expensive, every1 basically just played their own games. Bowling was worst. My right thumb and fingers are really sore right now. Can’t even clench my fist tightly. :/ It doesn’t have to take an Einstein to deduce that I suck in bowling… Apologies to all my avid bowling friends but I really felt that it’s literally throwing down money into the “drain”. However, LOTR 2 was superb. It was so good, I am going to watch it again and hopefully, buy the VCD or DVD. It’s 3 hours long, so thankfully, I prepared myself well by going to the washroom frequently just before we entered the movie theatre. No way am I going to miss any part of the show just because of a tight bladder. The movie shows Legolas in his most shuai4 presentation. *Okay, I can hear all you girls screaming out your hero’s name in the background* His best scenes are 1) where he shoots and reloads in double quick time WHILE “skating” down a flight of stairs on a makeshift surfing board. 2) Grabbing the reins of a horse and literally throws himself onto the horse’s back….plus many others more. :D Okay, I admit he’s the coolest archer around! Make that the coolest and finest! The first hour may appear to be slightly drag-y, but the rest of the movie will simply blow your mind away. The battle of helm’s deep has got to be the best medieval fighting/siege scenes that I have seen. You can count on it that I will watch it again, for there are some parts where I didn’t completely grasp or understand. It’s 3 hour long, what can you expect? :P I will probably go ooh-ahh over the movie with my friends, but right now, I need my sleep. -Yawn- Saturday, December 21, 2002 10:50 a.m. ___________________________________________
But so what? Any one would at least feel something when their friends are troubled and upset. I want to know that at least my presence with them helped ease some of their pain, even if it is really a little bit. I want to know that in trying times like this, they can call upon me as a friend. Others have allowed me to take steps into their lives and I just leave them alone when friends are needed most?? No way. Maybe I felt so strongly because I went through the same thing as my friend years ago. I do not know when the healing of the wounds will come. Someone said to me once, that time will heal but I believe time will only dull our senses. The pain and hurt are still all there to be seen, once the closet has been opened and all the years of dust cleared. However, that does not necessary mean the pain will follow you through all the rest of your lives. It can stay throughout a lifetime, unless you decide that there’s no point in holding on to the hurts anymore and let them go at some point of your life. What you went though has been really hard and tough on you. Keep going as you have always been. I will be praying hard for you, my dear friend. I mean it. You can count on me being there, if you need someone to talk it out, a listening ear or even just a simple human presence. Don’t lose hope. Saturday, December 21, 2002 02:30 a.m. ___________________________________________
Did know they had a lot of great fun and time. But for myself, I am doing something else too, its something that I really like and its has been a great time for myself too. And I don't go ard telling them how much they missed it. So what if I may not fully understand what they had went through together. It shouldn't make it seem that I have become an outsider. Hope they understand. Friday, December 20, 2002 11:34 p.m. ___________________________________________
Basically, I went to Cityhall area, notably Suntec, to take a walk around. You can say I was bored, but at least I spend part of that time searching around for LOTR movie posters. But sadly, there were none! Still, it’s enjoyable lah and better than rotting at home. Rite? Friday, December 20, 2002 03:04 a.m. ___________________________________________
A "win-lose-or DRAW" type of game; where you are given a word and asked to draw it using different colours which you get to chose...and draw using none other than your mouse! Thanks wx, small jy and mi for playing the game with me!! :DDDD Friday, December 20, 2002 12:42 a.m. ___________________________________________
But still, it was a good catch up. It doesn't have to be long and surely doesn't need to be very entertaining, for what counts is that we have met up. :) Wednesday, December 18, 2002 10:32 p.m. ___________________________________________
Thus, conflicts and disagreements arise, for every1’s gan3 jue2 is different. But I feel its good; music would have been boring if everything’s the same. Right? :) Wednesday, December 18, 2002 04:43 p.m. ___________________________________________
Turns out that I did okay. Still, the full joy comes from the clearing all my subjects. :D I don't really aim with high expectations, so really am contented with what i got. Also found out that my attachment company, IBM, actually wanted me to dress in jeans and polo shirt for work starting next month. *gasp* My dream working attire! WHEE! :) I dislike formal shirts and pants that much! Tuesday, December 17, 2002 04:00 p.m. ___________________________________________
Anyway, my Jap oral test wasn't as bad as I expected. It went quite well actually; should be able to clear this 1 lah. But the best thing about it is that I wouldn't be going to school anymore for the rest of this vacation!! Until the jap exam 2 weeks from now, that is. Heheh, took advantage of the school's laser printers to churn out some pretty neat wallpaper-style A4 LOTR graphics. *glances around* Shhhh... :D Tuesday, December 17, 2002 12:43 a.m. ___________________________________________
Some1 remarked to me that the 3rd year results will be out either tmr or the following day. *bite nails* Just keeping my fingers crossed against any more ta2 bao1. Don't you just hate this type of "takeaways"? Oh yah, it rained again today. As usual. Monday, December 16, 2002 12:19 a.m. ___________________________________________
Okay, I finally watched my first James Bond movie…gasp…didn’t know it was that bad. After the show, YF exclaimed out whether if he could refund his ticket, Mi agreed that it was lame. Me? It was pure crab. The show was so full of corns. **Hmmm, too many “corny” scenes and script lines** The movie may have been better if the producers can come up with a better plot. Oh yah, who can forget the gigantic satellite mirror, that uses reflected sunlight to burn up things on the ground *ouch* and a car with 65236 cool gadgets, which can also turn invisible? Guys would talk about THE CAR many days after the show and no1 will care to remember the plot. Okay, there was something good about the show…and that’s the 5 minute “Lord of the Rings: Two Towers” thriller!! Can’t believe its been a year since the Fellowship came out and I just can’t wait for the 2nd installment. Sunday, December 15, 2002 11:33 a.m. ___________________________________________
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Staying in bed and nua somemore does sound more appealing. Sunday, December 15, 2002 01:04 a.m. ___________________________________________
Sunday, December 15, 2002 12:44 a.m. ___________________________________________
Its not that i don't respect him...I love my dad still. But I just find it hard to talk to him and many a times, lost my top just discussing about mundane stuff. Really shldn't have done that. Our current financial status hasn't been good...but i do understand that's happening to a load of other ppl out there also becos of the downturn. Things get even more complicated when our relatives and my mum get involved. Things which I dun want to write here. Things that can make a seemly cheerful person like me blow his top. But I know God will help me through. I know He will. Trying my best so that I will be a better son to my dad... Saturday, December 14, 2002 01:22 p.m. ___________________________________________
Saturday, December 14, 2002 12:58 p.m. ___________________________________________
As usual, its been raining since the late morning. In fact, it rained EVERYDAY in December. Had so many outdoor plans shelved, which is good actually? Hahaha, cos I prefer to nau at home than go out. Someone said junbin is going to plan a Qing4 Gong1 Yan4 for our 3rd placing. Whoever is planning and whatever that is, better make sure it’s a BIG BIG BIG MAKAN session! I want to eat; I LOVE to eat. And what better than a good feast with close friends around you? :D Maybe a chalet cum BBQ session? Hmmm, Mi is currently at a chalet with her HCJC friends. With the weather, it looks like they will be “trapped” in their chalet today…with more bridge and mahjong. ;P Anyway, spend quite some time this morning browsing through a few blog and their previous months’ entries. Quite amazed at the outpouring of emotions from those very little letters and words. But I am not the privy type. Just thankful that there are others who are willingly to let me take a little step into their lives. Friday, December 13, 2002 09:59 p.m. ___________________________________________
At least when I aim for the top of a coconut tree, and i miss, I should hit the middle...and blah blah...or something like that. Hmmm, will coconuts fall off if you shake the tree really hard? Friday, December 13, 2002 09:22 p.m. ___________________________________________
Now that the pressure/stress buildup have been released becos of the end CO competition, guess my body is re-adjusting back. Been raining the whole day. Walked to the central for a bowl of bak4 cho1 mee for dinner. Really felt the "YuZhongXing" mood because of the slight drizzle and the cool weather. Like what YF put it, the song is very emotionally-engaging and not quite demanding on the technical side. Always felt a spine-tingling sensation whenever I play the mp3 on my PC. Its really that power a song. Anyway, I just want to rest..and forget about the jap oral and listening compre test next week... Just want to nua... Friday, December 13, 2002 12:03 a.m. ___________________________________________
Quite inspiring as I get to experience the china masters' playing. Also saw my erhu qi3 meng2 lao3 shi1, who promised to give me free coaching every monday evening prior to NTU's dazu practice. :D But he will be going off to shanghai next monday...wouldn't be back until next month. The finale was ChengSan's playing of YuZhongXing. It does feel different to hear the song from the outside rather than being in the orchestrate and actually playing it. Can't help letting out a sigh when it ended. Wonder if there's any chance in future that I will get to play YuZhongXing again...I am quite sure I will. My optimistic heart tells me so. :) At least now i know that YuZhongXing was written by a local composer. :) Thursday, December 12, 2002 04:03 p.m. ___________________________________________
**crashes out onto a pillow...simply doing nothing.** Thursday, December 12, 2002 02:30 a.m. ___________________________________________
Those were my church buddies, whom I have recently "forsaken" in order to train "full-time" for the CO competition. :D They were glad too that BHCO got 3rd and their method of celebration with me was 5 hours of POOL! Arrggh. But surprisingly, I came out tops and my shi1 fu1 promised me a prize for improving so much. Hahaha, I didn't even played much pool since the last time he taught me last year. :p A good friend of mine reminded me of something I said to him while sharing my sudden interest in learning erhu a year ago. He asked me why I wanted to learn the instrument, and my reply then according to him was that I wanted to fulfil my dream of playing music together with other people of similar passion in an orchestrate. That makes a dream coming through for me, doesn't it? :) It amazes me to know that some of my friends do notice and remember the things I have done or said. Already, I am missing terribly all the intensive fenzu and dazu that have passed over the past 3 weeks with the BH music room becoming something like a 2nd home to me Hahaha, already made an agreement with jiajia that I get to have a small space in one of the music cupboards to put some personal stuff in there. Hmmmm, some tibits, slippers and a warm sweater would be nice things to add. After the BH celebration at Fish&Co last night, I am actually asking when the practices will resume...BH really has a family kind of feeling. Hahaha, they are good at teasing ppl and making up stories to joke around. Mi'er and I were recently been the butt of their jokes...courtesy of our YF. Sometimes, it can get really embarrassing for the both of us. :D Did send Mi'er home in the end and was then treated to a breathtaking view of the orchard road christmas lightings as I return home on bus 105. Sigh, for now, I got to play catchup with my japanese as the exam is on in a few weeks time. Admitably, my jap is pretty behind now as I sort of neglected it for the past weeks... but i aren't that concerned or worried. Must be the 3rd placing euphoria that is still rushing through my body. :D Wednesday, December 11, 2002 12:09 a.m. ___________________________________________
Almost blacked out on stage today. I tell you i am so scare that the judges will see my shivering hands. It was that bad. I didn't really expect any results, but the 3rd placing is especially sweet. Couldn't ask for more as the top 2 played better than us and excel in skill-wise. No shame in losing to a better team. :) BHCO is the best. Going to miss all the fenzu and dazu. The friendship made and time spend there were unforgettable. This is 1 of the best memories that I will have and treasure... Hahaha, Now, i got to plan for my afternoons and evenings after my japanese classes. :D My holidays starts today. Monday, December 9, 2002 11:19 p.m. ___________________________________________
Tomorrow's the big final. All I can say now...tmr, I will give my all...my very all...and irregardless of what the audience and judges think, I ready surpassed all the standards and objectives set by myself prior to all the intensive practices. I ought to be very proud with the improvements, but of course, I can't stop after the competition. Going to find ways to bring my playing to the next level. And to all my BH frens, you guys are the best. I will miss the times of intensive fenzu and dazu. Certainly going to miss it badly.. Sunday, December 8, 2002 09:46 p.m. ___________________________________________
Even that, after about 20 to 25 times of going through that 30 odd bars of music, he crashed out too. I carried on, and would have continued farther if not for YF, who insisted i stop and proceed to the esplanade to celebrate a fren's 3rd placing in the pipa category. Sigh, I really do want to go and support my fren. YF who teaches me erhu at the moment also wanted to...but we are still not up to the mark even at 3pm, so we decided to stay at BH and try pia something out. Felt I have squeezed the last drop of oil out of my playing skills today. Thats almost about the maximum that any1 can get from this few days...just can't help feeling disappointed. Questions like "what if I can put in more effort and time, would I be playing better still?" pops out. Sunday, December 8, 2002 01:08 a.m. ___________________________________________
No prize for guessing why. Saturday, December 7, 2002 11:19 a.m. ___________________________________________
Still can't believe that I was actually participating with an orchestrate in a music competition only yesterday. Its such a dream come through. Friday, December 6, 2002 10:55 p.m. ___________________________________________
Was nearly at a state of paralysis panic at the recital studio. The acoustics was really good. And it did not help as the audience and the 6 judges were sitting so near us. The closest audience to me was an amazingly 3 meters away. After a rather panicky start, we actually manage to clear the first song, CaiCha, which to me, is a horrible song. TianShan was much better and the audience seems to like it, judging from the applauds i heard there. Maybe they are clapping madly becos we are the last grp and they can at last all go home.... :D Throughly unforgettable experience. But its not over. Finals is on next tuesday. Putting my best foot fwd. Thursday, December 5, 2002 11:19 p.m. ___________________________________________
There were many heartwarming things that I have observed: 1) Our youngest member actually had the initiative to collect money to buy a chocolate gift for our oldest and lead player in our orchestrate for his guidance and effort. AND 2) We presented a conductor baton and a thank-you card, which every1 chipped in money for it. Could see our conductor was really pleased and appreciated. :D So am I ready for the big day tmr? Mentally, I am ready. I have to be ready...with all the rest of the BH members working so hard. We have been practicing together every evening, esp the erhu grp, whom we were practically living together in that BH music room. :D Through all the fenzu and dazu, I can really feel a sense of togetherness and mo4qi4. :p Hope that will all show up during our performance. Thursday, December 5, 2002 04:28 p.m. ___________________________________________
Got to get new shoes for tomorrow competition. I have "terribly" worn out the ones I had. :/ But now, I just want to laze around at home with such a heavy downpour outside...but I can't. Got my final tune-up orchestrate practice to go to. Wednesday, December 4, 2002 10:52 p.m. ___________________________________________
Maybe it's a bad choice to give the "sing-song-talk-crab" session after every orchestrate training a miss today. It really does help to lossen things up but I am really not in the mood today. Confidence has been a rare commodity for me nowadays. Rather surprising as I always wanted to approach things with my usual confidence even when things are real bad. Now, I sort of just want to disappear behind the backstage and let any1 else take charge. Just discovered that a very good friend of mine kept certain things from me all this while. I aren't angry...just disappointed. I always thought I would be among the first to know of any events from my closest friends. But I am wrong here. That about sums up the events over the past 2 days. I just praying hard that I don't get crippled by stage fright on friday. Tuesday, December 3, 2002 10:49 p.m. ___________________________________________
Thankfully, there are good erhu players all ard me, and a funny erhu2 buddy to boot. :D Can't wait for the competition to be over. Sunday, December 1, 2002 11:49 p.m. ___________________________________________
On the fun side, I went begging literally with my frens to teach me html stuff. By next week, I hope to come up with scroll bars and some frames to play around with. So until then, you got to keep yourself entertained by the cute white foxy picture! ^_^ Saturday, November 30, 2002 01:34 p.m. ___________________________________________ What kind of a child are you? Saturday, November 30, 2002 12:55 p.m. ___________________________________________
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