Hey. I know not all of us are rich la. But since Singapore have Indonesia & Malaysia to thank for defending us from the tsunami, I think at least we can scrape a bit of something to help the poor. Imagine if we din have the dang3 jian4 pai2, think the whole island of sg will be gone considering we are so small. If you, like me, don't have much cash (except for some $550 in the bank acc. *oopz..), just donate stuff that you don't need and that can help. Time to practise good karma. Point is, just help lar cos you don't know how much it'll mean to them.
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1. The Sri Lanka Embassy's collecting clothing, blankets, non-perishable food (eg. packet mee, bottled H20, Vit Tablets). It is located at Goldhill Plaza beside united square at Novena. Detalis
2. Call 1900-9111110 to donate $10 the Mercy Relief to help the victims of tsunami.
3. More ways to help
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Thank you.
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
Tuesday, December 28, 2004
Tremors
I apologise for the solemnity of the post. There are certain issues that I wanted to raise.
Bless the souls of the dead from the tsunami disaster. My condolences to those who have lost somebody. Call me a saddist, but it's through seeing these calamities that make me realised how truly fortunate I am and let me learn to appreciate a fraglie life more. I have always been interested in natural disasters since real young and the work of nature has never failed to amaze me. These natural occurances visit me only in forms of dreams and most of which I still remember vividly. As much as I wish to witness a tsunami or twister, I don't want to see any human suffering. What disturbed me terribly was parts of the report that I read about: people looting from the others during these difficult times, a report where 400 prisoners in Sri Lanka fled from high-security jails as they took advantage of the disaster and another on how the stench of the dead can be smelled 1km away. Can you imagine how chaotic it is? The tsunami not only left physical ruins but social and emotional tremors too. This catastrophe is so large-scaled, sudden and destructive that I felt as if I'm reading a story. But this is not a book, it's real life... regardless of how dramatic the reports may sound. Putting myself in the shoes of the heads of those affected countries, I thought about the amount of stress impressed on them - the shaken citizens, the poor economy, the humility of having to ask for help from another country, only to be - glad that I'm not some big shot politician, relieved that I'm a Singapore citizen and grateful that none of the people I know is involved in the tragedy.
The complacent representatives were taught a lesson at the expense of the innocent's lives. Apparently tremors were felt before the tsunami but the warnings were not taken seriously. Safety precautions that could have been done were not carried out cos certain issues seem to outweigh the other.
Channel News Asia
Read for more info. Reports are not for the weak-hearted.
The blame game's the past. It is most important to deal with the situation now. It must have been really difficult coping with such a sudden blow but at least their government is taking things in their stride.
Now I'm wondering if the Asian Champs will be canceled, with the disaster affecting Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, and Maldives (hmmm.. Where's Pakistan located?). It's not as if these countries are as economically well-off as Singapore. I'll wait for Ivy's announcement with bated breath. Honestly, I wouldn't mind if it goes both ways. Either we benefit from experiencing the competition or the countries get to save up and put the money to good use. The latter sounds better though. I wouldn't want to face an opponent whom I'll be sympathetic towards on court. Hmmm. But again, 2 months is quite some time and things can clear up pretty fast. (look at Nicoll Highway.. at the blink of an eye, it's back in use.. though the tsunami's destruction must have been 1000 times worse.) Still, Money works wonders. So the Championship might still go on. And life goes on for us. (Just like the day after the 911 incident, where I had to continue taking my O' level Chi paper, even though I was glued to Channelnews Asia the night before, in hope that annoucements will fly pass the tv screen where the government will miraculously postpone the 'O'Levels. Needless to say, my hopes were dashed.) Regardless of whatsoever, training continues...
Meanwhile do help wherever you can and receive Good Karma - What goes around, comes around.
The Singapore Red Cross Society has launched a public appeal to help victims of the Bay of Bengal earthquake and tsumami waves. The public can send their donations
By cheque to the 'Singapore Red Cross Society'
(Please indicate behind the cheque 'Tidal Waves Asia'. Included your name, address and tel number as a receipt will be sent to you.
Post the cheque to
The Singapore Red Cross
15 Penang Lane
Singapore 238486
OR
In person to the Red Cross House @
15 Penang Lane
between 9.30 am - 5.45 pm on weekdays and
9.30 am - noon on Saturdays
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ananda Travel & Sri Lankan Airlines are appealing for donations to be airlifted to Sri Lanka. Those interested can send the donations to
133 Cecil Street
#13-02 Keck Seng Tower
Singapore 069535
OR
36 Robinson Road
#01-01 City House
Singapore 068877
Bless the souls of the dead from the tsunami disaster. My condolences to those who have lost somebody. Call me a saddist, but it's through seeing these calamities that make me realised how truly fortunate I am and let me learn to appreciate a fraglie life more. I have always been interested in natural disasters since real young and the work of nature has never failed to amaze me. These natural occurances visit me only in forms of dreams and most of which I still remember vividly. As much as I wish to witness a tsunami or twister, I don't want to see any human suffering. What disturbed me terribly was parts of the report that I read about: people looting from the others during these difficult times, a report where 400 prisoners in Sri Lanka fled from high-security jails as they took advantage of the disaster and another on how the stench of the dead can be smelled 1km away. Can you imagine how chaotic it is? The tsunami not only left physical ruins but social and emotional tremors too. This catastrophe is so large-scaled, sudden and destructive that I felt as if I'm reading a story. But this is not a book, it's real life... regardless of how dramatic the reports may sound. Putting myself in the shoes of the heads of those affected countries, I thought about the amount of stress impressed on them - the shaken citizens, the poor economy, the humility of having to ask for help from another country, only to be - glad that I'm not some big shot politician, relieved that I'm a Singapore citizen and grateful that none of the people I know is involved in the tragedy.
The complacent representatives were taught a lesson at the expense of the innocent's lives. Apparently tremors were felt before the tsunami but the warnings were not taken seriously. Safety precautions that could have been done were not carried out cos certain issues seem to outweigh the other.
Channel News Asia
Read for more info. Reports are not for the weak-hearted.
The blame game's the past. It is most important to deal with the situation now. It must have been really difficult coping with such a sudden blow but at least their government is taking things in their stride.
Now I'm wondering if the Asian Champs will be canceled, with the disaster affecting Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, and Maldives (hmmm.. Where's Pakistan located?). It's not as if these countries are as economically well-off as Singapore. I'll wait for Ivy's announcement with bated breath. Honestly, I wouldn't mind if it goes both ways. Either we benefit from experiencing the competition or the countries get to save up and put the money to good use. The latter sounds better though. I wouldn't want to face an opponent whom I'll be sympathetic towards on court. Hmmm. But again, 2 months is quite some time and things can clear up pretty fast. (look at Nicoll Highway.. at the blink of an eye, it's back in use.. though the tsunami's destruction must have been 1000 times worse.) Still, Money works wonders. So the Championship might still go on. And life goes on for us. (Just like the day after the 911 incident, where I had to continue taking my O' level Chi paper, even though I was glued to Channelnews Asia the night before, in hope that annoucements will fly pass the tv screen where the government will miraculously postpone the 'O'Levels. Needless to say, my hopes were dashed.) Regardless of whatsoever, training continues...
Meanwhile do help wherever you can and receive Good Karma - What goes around, comes around.
The Singapore Red Cross Society has launched a public appeal to help victims of the Bay of Bengal earthquake and tsumami waves. The public can send their donations
By cheque to the 'Singapore Red Cross Society'
(Please indicate behind the cheque 'Tidal Waves Asia'. Included your name, address and tel number as a receipt will be sent to you.
Post the cheque to
The Singapore Red Cross
15 Penang Lane
Singapore 238486
OR
In person to the Red Cross House @
15 Penang Lane
between 9.30 am - 5.45 pm on weekdays and
9.30 am - noon on Saturdays
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ananda Travel & Sri Lankan Airlines are appealing for donations to be airlifted to Sri Lanka. Those interested can send the donations to
133 Cecil Street
#13-02 Keck Seng Tower
Singapore 069535
OR
36 Robinson Road
#01-01 City House
Singapore 068877
Monday, December 27, 2004
A Barry Trottered Christmas Party
Despite being the fatest and ugliest Potter one has ever seen, I'm still a happy Harry with the infamously pink scar. Happy not from seeing my godfather (Seriously Black aka Prem) but that the Nike Party was a success and that it's over (heh~). My rather disorganised preparation, failing memory and overly-low confidence managed to pull me through somehow. Everyone enjoyed themselves minus the little hiccups I had during the presentations ("me [points at serene], Serene [points at myself] and Liling" .. hence i'm known as Serene) and my failed attempt at magic. Hmmm.. I think they enjoyed laughing at me too. HAHA.. Boy, I'm glad that it's over~ Though, it's through these hiccups that I experience and truly learn from.
All the fun would not have been possible without my dearest committee, Fairy Serene & Witchcula Liling. Thank you for helping me out of those sticky situations and for organising the games and party stuff. I'm not big at speeches and presentations so really thank you for your steadfastness and systematicness. And also thank you to the ever spontaneous participants of the club, who kept the ball rolling, the people laughing and the games enjoyable (even for the organisers to watch).
Once again, as witnessed from the games, Nike members have proved themselves to be clever, creative, fun and great teamworkers!~ Thank you for gracing the event. =)
P/S: Many Nike players have real potential to be magicians (pronounced as 'magiKtion') so during your retirement years do consider joining the 'Ministry of Magic' (aka Magik industry), you never know if you have the wizarding blood in you.
signed,
Grace Potter
All the fun would not have been possible without my dearest committee, Fairy Serene & Witchcula Liling. Thank you for helping me out of those sticky situations and for organising the games and party stuff. I'm not big at speeches and presentations so really thank you for your steadfastness and systematicness. And also thank you to the ever spontaneous participants of the club, who kept the ball rolling, the people laughing and the games enjoyable (even for the organisers to watch).
Once again, as witnessed from the games, Nike members have proved themselves to be clever, creative, fun and great teamworkers!~ Thank you for gracing the event. =)
P/S: Many Nike players have real potential to be magicians (pronounced as 'magiKtion') so during your retirement years do consider joining the 'Ministry of Magic' (aka Magik industry), you never know if you have the wizarding blood in you.
signed,
Grace Potter
Sunday, December 19, 2004
Rich again + De butt in de open..
Muahahah. I am 550 dollars richer from the study awards, so in event if I start to bitch bt being poor, slappp my face..
Wealth aside, life is cruel. I'm starting school within 24hrs time. Back to sleepless nights, computer-sick days, bigger eye bags and lecturer's lecture. On top of that, I have tons of draining trainings to survive thru. No, I'm not complaining, it's an honour and has been my passion to play for the Singapore Open Team (how patriotic) and certainly a dream come true. My debut(pronounced as dee butt) afterall. But right now, every part of me is being put to the extremest test.. be it an obligation to not let the others down, a personal challenge to strive further, or a desire to prove myself. There's no time for complacency, laziness and inconsistency. (Though it'll be hard, given my glutton-like nature). It's stressful to be in the team competing for perfection all the time, but it's the only way I can take my game to a higher level. No more excuses for my bad balance of studies and play as I draw inspiration from Grace Chew (whom I saw at the Nike Clinic today). (hahaha.. okay, I'm in a rhyming mood today.)
And with this entry, I pledge to popcorn and friend that I won't let you down, won't neglect my studies and continue to play as hard as I can. (else you can slappp my face, ban me from eating excellent popcorn [<-- I swear that's the worst thing you can deprived me of on earth] or just killlrr me. =)
Your'rer gornar killr meir?
Nor nor, I'mm justr kiddingr.
Kerpal
Wealth aside, life is cruel. I'm starting school within 24hrs time. Back to sleepless nights, computer-sick days, bigger eye bags and lecturer's lecture. On top of that, I have tons of draining trainings to survive thru. No, I'm not complaining, it's an honour and has been my passion to play for the Singapore Open Team (how patriotic) and certainly a dream come true. My debut(pronounced as dee butt) afterall. But right now, every part of me is being put to the extremest test.. be it an obligation to not let the others down, a personal challenge to strive further, or a desire to prove myself. There's no time for complacency, laziness and inconsistency. (Though it'll be hard, given my glutton-like nature). It's stressful to be in the team competing for perfection all the time, but it's the only way I can take my game to a higher level. No more excuses for my bad balance of studies and play as I draw inspiration from Grace Chew (whom I saw at the Nike Clinic today). (hahaha.. okay, I'm in a rhyming mood today.)
And with this entry, I pledge to popcorn and friend that I won't let you down, won't neglect my studies and continue to play as hard as I can. (else you can slappp my face, ban me from eating excellent popcorn [<-- I swear that's the worst thing you can deprived me of on earth] or just killlrr me. =)
Your'rer gornar killr meir?
Nor nor, I'mm justr kiddingr.
Kerpal
Friday, December 10, 2004
Brace Yourself Grace
I'm just crapping around in this entry. I'm sure the camp would be pretty fun regardless of the results.
All my bags are packed, I'm ready to go...
Judgment Day is here. Sri Lanka test series. One flop and I'm gone. I'm prepared mentally, to take anything. Anything at all. Cos I am a superwoman~ Muahahaha. After completing 10km of run without stopping. I thought I could overcome anything. Until the next day, a 6 k interval run came along. Sooner or later, I'll be fit enough to be a national tracker. That is if I don't quit halfway and join the National Cricket Team. Right now, I have to face the music.
Photoshoots, cameras and television programmes. Imagine the glory of getting into the open team. BaaHungryPig1 messaged on Wed: "Watch channel 5 'Training Day' now. Got Grace Sim and Felicia Chin." Muahahahah. I love Siti bapok hungry pig Abang Fluffy's straightforwardness. She made me feel like a celebrity. Wahahahaa. Afterall, I truly am the next Singapore Idol.
Before my dreams get too carried away, I have to bring my focus back to the 3-day Opens selection camp. How can one blame me for thinking about alternatives if I don't make the team? What can I do but let my imagination run wild in the 2-day jail? (Welcome to my life... of living like flowers in the attic..)
I'm leaving on a jetplane to Lion City hotel. Goodbye is not forever. Bless me.
All my bags are packed, I'm ready to go...
Judgment Day is here. Sri Lanka test series. One flop and I'm gone. I'm prepared mentally, to take anything. Anything at all. Cos I am a superwoman~ Muahahaha. After completing 10km of run without stopping. I thought I could overcome anything. Until the next day, a 6 k interval run came along. Sooner or later, I'll be fit enough to be a national tracker. That is if I don't quit halfway and join the National Cricket Team. Right now, I have to face the music.
Photoshoots, cameras and television programmes. Imagine the glory of getting into the open team. BaaHungryPig1 messaged on Wed: "Watch channel 5 'Training Day' now. Got Grace Sim and Felicia Chin." Muahahahah. I love Siti bapok hungry pig Abang Fluffy's straightforwardness. She made me feel like a celebrity. Wahahahaa. Afterall, I truly am the next Singapore Idol.
Before my dreams get too carried away, I have to bring my focus back to the 3-day Opens selection camp. How can one blame me for thinking about alternatives if I don't make the team? What can I do but let my imagination run wild in the 2-day jail? (Welcome to my life... of living like flowers in the attic..)
I'm leaving on a jetplane to Lion City hotel. Goodbye is not forever. Bless me.
Friday, December 03, 2004
Flowers In the Attic. Fwahahahaha...
Ever seen a theatrical trailer for thrillers from the 1980s?
1987 trailer
It's hysterical.
Don't get me wrong. I like the story a lot. So much that I teared a bit from reading the book. But the movie trailer made everything so funny.
In the trailer, they seemed to be so afraid that the audiences wouldn't know what the title of the movie is.. the movie title, 'Flowers In the Attic' was repeated 3 times, all with the same matter-of-factly tone and gigantic fonts (that even the blind can see) appearing in the middle of the screen at the supposedly suspenseful moments ie. wrong times in addition to the lamest acting and effects I've ever seen. I was laughing like Fluffy (a 3-headed hungry and mad dog). Anyways, thanks to one of my girls, I realised that a movie about the book existed. I don't care whether it's a flop, I'm still gonna catch it. Maybe d/l it from somewhere. Actually the trailer isn't that bad after all lar...
Meanwhile, (in the most serious tone).. Flowers In the Attic. fwahahaahhaa..
1987 trailer
It's hysterical.
Don't get me wrong. I like the story a lot. So much that I teared a bit from reading the book. But the movie trailer made everything so funny.
In the trailer, they seemed to be so afraid that the audiences wouldn't know what the title of the movie is.. the movie title, 'Flowers In the Attic' was repeated 3 times, all with the same matter-of-factly tone and gigantic fonts (that even the blind can see) appearing in the middle of the screen at the supposedly suspenseful moments ie. wrong times in addition to the lamest acting and effects I've ever seen. I was laughing like Fluffy (a 3-headed hungry and mad dog). Anyways, thanks to one of my girls, I realised that a movie about the book existed. I don't care whether it's a flop, I'm still gonna catch it. Maybe d/l it from somewhere. Actually the trailer isn't that bad after all lar...
Meanwhile, (in the most serious tone).. Flowers In the Attic. fwahahaahhaa..
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