27.2.04

Living among depression

I've been unhappy for a long time in my life, yet at the same time I'm finding the joy through these miseries. Trying to build the trust, trying to accept others, trying to forgive, trying to be happy in every other way...

Like D, Boonsiong and others in my life whom have been reading my unhappiness through my words, there isn't a specific explanation for them. I do not wear troubles on my face, I do not like to talk much about them (in reality). However it has came to me more easily to express them through my writing or online conversation, it has made people whom have never met me to deduce I'm bounded by negativity.

I am a sensitive person by nature, no doubt. But I'm not unhappy.

I am intolerant towards people who lack a zest for life, people whom live life through arguments, people who hide like hermits, people whom constantly hope for money (yet no balls to work for it), people who can't appreciate kinship, people whom complain way too much (fuck your life) and do nothing about it, people who assume their nationality gives them superiority over the others, people whom give empty promises (I hate these the most).

If you ask me a reason why I get so paranoid, accusing and often too critical (these days), its because I have met enough of those types of people I mentioned above. I get highly cautious of new friends, because I'm not willingly to accept their faults. I'm learning, learning to be more forgivable... less antagonistic.

Sometimes, I'm tired of Singaporeans, of the men in my life, of things going on at home, of the warm weather, of the "kiasu" & "kiasee" local spirit, of listening to the others' fat hope of "If I strike toto, I will....", of hearing execssive grumbles on life/work/money... I guess I'll be much better off living a routine life away from all these.

I need a new life, all by myself.

Fab4 on a spree

For people whom are new to the term Fab4, it refers to me & my 3 other mates. All female, if you want to know. It was given to us by my ex-colleague whom used to hang out with us.

Finally.

We are going on a first trip ever - together. 4 of us have been so busy with life after we are trapped in this only-money-matters society. Honestly, I wasn't really expecting a holiday before my big plan in the upcoming summer. I wasn't excited when they proposed to have a short trip out of Singapore. In fact, I was irritated by how often the plan was changing, ultimately I just want to follow - not decide anymore. Tomorrow night, the adventure will begin...

I'm getting more into the mood now, having written a shopping list. I'm not excited about going to KL, just delighted to be spending time together with my mates. We had so much fun every single time we were together - even if it was just a silly laugh. It will be some time before we are able to do this again... 3 of us have our new life sketched out, awaiting for the big action!!

The first stamp in my passport was a few days later after my 21st birthday. In less than 2 years, this is my fourth trip, its amazing how often I get my feet out of Singapore.

Looking foward to the smashing nights... *#@&^$%

12.2.04

Find my brain back

Aiiiiii...yo... a message has been lying in my mailbox for a week and I read it today. It was marked "read" strangely! It was about the contest, about the images I sent weren't up for output. Damn, anyway its too late now.

I was ironing my shirt last night. What went wrong with the iron too... my new steam iron is leaking!! Fuck. What worse is it made my shirt wet instead, I was trying to fix it by holding it on the damp area longer... guess what... it burnt a few holes there. Done, done, I am done with it.

I needed a beer to calm my nerves before I jumped in bed. Then I looked like a rosy doll...

9.2.04

die Freunde

F-R-I-E-N-D-S

People I've known for at least 8-10 years... these are my ex-classmates. It is truly amazing to catch up with them, now we are all 8-10 years older. Grown all prettier or manly, us men and women were once those high school students having crushes on teachers, seniors and friends.

My friend, Eileen and I are the organisers. Even it has been unsuccessful to get a lot of them, we managed to round up 12 of us, plus 2 more whom came over to show their faces, a few backed out the last minute. Very cool still, it is fun sharing our lives.

Wonder if I'll have another gathering before I leave... ; )

Pillow fight, ouch!

Man, I haven't had such an aggressive brawl for very long...

We spent a friday night chatting away, fooling around, drinking alcohol, gambling, playing stupid games and celebrating the 24th birthday for one of our beach volleyball mate, Benson. Everyone of us finally retired at 4am, not one of us was allowed to doze off until we had our fair share in the games.

There was a time, a wrestle broke up. 3 of us girls were smacking 3 guys with pillows... I couldn't recall how it started. It was so violent, so rough, no leniency for the weaker sex! Imagine I was using all my limbs struggling, it must have been fierce. After what seemed like a long time, all of us finally fell onto the bed, dead tired. It must have burned all our calories from dinner...

I finally finally finally had a game of beach volleyball after months, hurrrrayyy. The rainy season and insufficient players has kept us away the beach for some time, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the ball! And I did pretty well on Saturday. The night before has definitely bonded us better. Yes, I'm getting talkative with these guys... ha ha.

8.2.04

One bad luck

I've been having lot of good luck knocking on my door... or so I would say. Things seem to be happening, moving so smoothly, and that scared me for a bit. I haven't been so lucky. But luck is not with me when I buy TOTO, it never even gives me 3 numbers right!! I guess HE doesn't want me to have so much money.

Miss Dreamdate. I did not get into the finals. It did not disappoint me surprisingly. I was always disheartened when I encountered failure but NOT this time. Perhaps it is a blessing in disguise, now I can fully concentrate on my upcoming working holiday planning. I was feeling the stress when I read about those commitments to the contest. The winner has be commited for a year for other shoots. Ha, anyway I had the feeling I wouldn't clinch the title. Good try anyway... I'll be attending its party, woo, time to meet other contestants.

6.2.04

Thee Audition

I arrived slightly late due to my miscalculation in the traveling time... It was okay though. They were still interviewing the contestant before me. I was told to fill out a form, ya know the normal procedure! It wasn't long before the manager, Adrian, led me into the office.

Okay, he's interviewing me. Ehh, with a videocam it seems. Hmmm...

I should say I wasn't shocked, neither was I prepared to be on some video. It didn't freak me out, still I was wee bit nervous- eh, my virgin video recording (reasonable to be nervous I told myself)!!! After the first few questions, I calmed down and managed to go through everything with composure. I wouldn't say I am totally confident, it could have been better. But anyway I tried. I'm glad.

The results will be out tonight (20 singapore finalists to go on battle with 20 more australians)... I'll update the breaking news again eh. Good weekend guys!

4.2.04

Thee 2nd round

If I'm not getting through this, there goes my online fame!!

Like I've said, I'm not pinning high hope because the disappointment will be greater. I just received the email about 42 of us being selected, oh actually I've 20 other female contestants to compete with. Looks, wits and personality - sounds like a mini pageant. How exciting!!

There will be an interview for me tomorrow, to show how committed I can be in this whole contest. Not as simple as it sounds initially, some non returnable photos to submit as well. I guess I'm lucky enough to be listed in top 21 females, lets see if I get any luckier... On 14 Feb, only 20 (10 females) will be pictured on the site for further voting. That means the second round of interview is an eliminating round!

Whatever news it is, good or bad, I'll be updating... So keep your eyes on!

3.2.04

Never this breathless~

Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god...

I am not getting a panic attack, but its nearly there. I was having "dinner" with angela and new friend, Danielle, which was a very casual first meeting. THEN I GOT A CALL!!! Anonymous caller. I couldn't figure out what the caller was talking about, it was wee bit noisy, again it might be my lousy phone. Argh! Towards the end of the conversation, I realised I've been shortlisted for the contest I took part in. My Dreamd8. I have least expected it!!! There's a thousand applicants, I didn't hold much hope about it. Though I'm pretty contented with what I wrote there, have a look when its ready (on Feb 14, 2004). And of course, I'll be reminding you guys when the day is near.

Recent weeks, I'm fascinated by my own photo up in the sneak preview corner. I felt like a star, a mini online star. Ha ha. This is a funny feeling if you see yourself up on a webby and you didn't know about it till you go," Ehhhh... That's me... I'm on it. Wooahhh!!!"

I'm nearly breathless and always smiling to myself ever since that moment (that call)!! Afterall, I still have to compete with 19 other female contestants. What a tough job to do (I'm not much a competitor really!) but I shall give my best shot... and I sure need lot of support ; )

*fingers crossed*