My books and Mags
Well, seems like time running so fast lately..
Perhaps I can share with you the books and mags that I have been reading lately..
Let me explain some of them..
The books, among them, are the rich dad poor dad series by Robert T. Kiyosaki, Make Easy Money with Google by Eric Giguere, Chronicles of Narnia by C.S Lewis, 52 Brilliant Ideas for Websites that work.
Post-Christmas
Well, Christmas is over. Guess I should update the interface for
my website already.
Sigh..
The past few days was tiring.. Went to Orchard Road and joined the crowd, spraying each other with the artificial snow.
Haha..
Anyway, just wanna show the photos of the special food that we have on Christmas Eve, well, other than the normal Fried Chicken Wing, Fried Noodle and stuff.
Enjoy your eyes :)
This is our Christmas cake, prepared by Prima Deli. Looks nice, eh? The theme was Christmas Log.
In case you're wondering, this is Lontong. It's a malay cuisine.
And oh, this is my desk. You can't eat it. Haha. This is where I sit most of the time during the day.
King Kong, The Movie.
Watched King Kong, the movie last night.
I would say it is the best movie of its kind.
It starts quite mundane at first. And the plot starts to build after the 1st hour.
The movie's duration was 3 hours, and I feel that every minute and dollar I spent was worth it.
What makes this movie interesting?
Well, it's basically about how unpredictably evil human can be.
Even a beast like King Kong can understand a simple common sense like mercy.
I would've say human is more beast-like than King Kong.
The part that I like the most?
It was when King Kong and Ann were some sort of like snow-skiing.
And the Christmas tree.
Suddenly it feels so peaceful and happy. And the suspense continue when the armies start shooting at King Kong.
The most touching part?
It was a few seconds before King Kong fall from the skycrapper. I can feel how sad it was.
And I feel like I want to be there to stop them from shooting at King Kong.
The way it looks at Ann was so full of emotion. Bravo!
Anyway, I feel so sick to look at how good the "director" can manipulate everyone to achieve his goal. He's so good. And I hate it. And I also wonder what the heck is he thinking when he brought King Kong to New York.I hate the fact that we are indeed selfish, just like "the director".
Actually I didn't have the intention to watch the movie. Because I am going to watch the Chronicles of Narnia soon. But, after finish watching it, I feel like I want to watch another 3 more times. Well, of course I won't.
I highly recommend you to watch King Kong, the movie if you haven't.
And if you have watched it and have something to say about the movie, I will be pleased if you'd leave some comment here.
Ward Christmas Party
I managed to went to my ward's christmas party last Saturday, 17 December 2005.
It was a fun experience to have a chance to mingle with other LDS members.
Anyway, I was a bit disappointed not to see Lind there.
How can she do that? I mean, she promised to come.
But nevermind.
Anyway, there were a lot of food served that night. Went there with W.
He's another YSA in our ward. A friendly guy.
Both of us arrived a little bit late, but just in time to enjoy the food.
After we're all done with eating, we have a few programs running on that night.
First of all, we have a video presentation about Jesus Christ and the restored gospel through Prophet Joseph Smith. It was a good video show.
After that we have choir presentation from the primary and young men and women.
The hymns that they sang were good.
Actually when they started it was a bit funny because they felt awkward, and I can see that from their facial expression.
But after we all join in and sing along and clap with them, they became more cheerful. Yeah, sometimes, you gotta give them some motivation, right?
Anyway, the best part was we have a Santa Claus that night.
Everyone was so excited about it. I would've join in if there's not too many people lining up to see Santa! Haha!
This is my first time to celebrate Christmas Party in an LDS church as an expat. The feeling is of course very different. And I like it.
Last few years I was celebrating it with my fellow course-mates back in Johore. But, the group is only limited, because it is only among University Students. The church itself belongs to the University group. And there are many different groups.
That was before I was baptised in LDS church.
And yeah, this year I have my favourite song for Christmas. Of course not Jingle Bell, hehe.
It's "A happy Christmas(War is over)" by John Lennon.
It's nice. Check it out!
Movies
Let's talk about movies..
I watched Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire a few weeks ago...
The Harry Potter movie was a great one. Even though I don't read the book, but I like the movie very much.
But some of my friends from other churches told me they'll not watch it. I think it's a waste.
Well, it's a good movie to grow your imagination.
One of the scenes I like is when the students from other wizardry institutions show up with their styles. The girls enter with their elegance and the boys’ macho entry with their thumping sounds. So cool!
Shame on me because I don't watch movies that often, unless I feel like it really worth the time and money I spend. Well, time play a more important role here.
And the person who invites me to watch plays an important role too.
I wonder why there will always be good movies when it's around December.
Maybe it's because of school holidays?
Oh well…
And another one I am waiting to be on screen is "The Chronicles of Narnia". I am a fan of the book. What is so interesting about the book?
Well, it is a very entertaining book, because the writer, C.S Lewis managed to create the environment for Narnia. He has a very high imagination level.
It’s about another world like ours with the name Narnia. And there are beasts that can communicate with human in Narnia. They’re called generally as “The Talking Beast”.
And there is a Lion, named Aslan. He is the one who created Narnia. Other animals always explain that he is not a “Tame Lion”.
I saw the trailer and I notice it has some similarity with "The Lords of the Ring".
I am talking about the trailer. I haven't watched it yet, because it will be in Singapore cinemas on 22nd December.
I wish I have time to go to Johore and watch it at City Square on 8 December. But I just can't.
And one thing I want to clarify here is I am a fan of so-called scary movies and Chinese movies.
Wait! Before you call me racist, well, I am a Chinese myself. But, I don't really look like Chinese and I know that doesn't matter.
People say I look more like a Malay dude and that doesn't matter too.
I am not really a movie-goer. And I always go alone. But I guess that is better because at least I can enjoy it and don’t have to act and pretend to be like someone else.
Who want to join me and watch “The Chronicles of Narnia”?
About Me
This time let's talk about me.
What do you need to know about me?
I am from Miri, a city in Sarawak. In case you don't know where is Sarawak, it's in Malaysia.
If you still don't know, don't have to trouble yourself and look for it.
I have 5 younger brothers. The next after me is 20 years old, and the youngest is only 3 years old. Well, the last time I saw them was March 2005. I miss them all, especially my youngest brother.
Well, my dad is doing odd jobs. He's a good father. But he has problem to show his love to us. Maybe that's why I am like this. I will talk about that next time, if I bother. My mum is a full time house wife. I miss the food that she cook.
My vision in life.
I have a long term vision in my life. I want to build a few online biz, in fact, I am running some now. But, it's an on and off thing because of my challenging job nature. But, I am in a phase looking for niche markets and marketing techniques that is suitable with me.
I can feel I am almost there. Time will tell. It's like "Get rich or die trying".
How exactly I can be here?
I guess it's some sort of like "A series of unfortunate events". Things went out of control and I decide to find a new beginning abroad.
And that was when Singapore came into the picture. Or, is it the other way round?
The first 6 months of my life here was tough. I spent days and night pondering and re-evaluating my decision. And thinking of other options.
But I always bear in mind that things will get better. It has to. And I endure.
And things start to turn better after that. I start to feel glad to be here. And I am back on track to be the next young millionaire in Miri. And they'll call me "The Millionaire Next Door".
Why am I still here?
I mentioned that the past six months has been the darkest period in my life. So, why do I still right here waiting?
I myself wonder why. But I feel that Singapore is an interesting place to be. It doesn't mean Miri is nothing. But hey, I have a lot for the past 6 months, and it will be a waste to just runaway after the dark period. Now is the moment I found the enlightenment. So, I guess I should stay another year. And see what will happen. I think TIME is more or less like an invaluable investment.
Time is a prescious asset and I don't want to fool around.
"Tomorrow will be a better day, let's make today the best day!"
Another busy day
Well, today is really like my worst day ever.
What's worse, is my leave application for this Saturday is not approved. That means I won't be able to celebrate the christmas dinner celebration in my ward.
I hate it.
And it also mean, I probably won't be able to meet up with Lind.
I need to do follow-up. Ugh.. And this Saturday will be the only day I can see her.
Isn't it pathethic?!
She is actually from my ward, but she told me that she went to another church in Suntec City with a "friend".
And then I ask around, I was told that she is already attached. Well, of course just a boyfriend. Or else...
I don't know. What's happening is beyond my understanding.
Just waiting for anything now. Come what may!
Talking about busy-ness. I am so busy with my boss' business right now. Argh!
If I will not die jumping down from a high-rise building, I don't know how many times I have jump already.
Okay, enough of the craps. Need to pack and run from this place NOW!
Christmas Dinner and Girls.
Holla.
Well, I am back again.
Life has been a bit messy these few days.
But, it's like that.
Anyway, yesterday night I went to one of my friend's house for Christmas Dinner Gathering.
V and Nat are going to further study in B.Y.U Hawaii next year, and they're leaving next week.
That's cool...
Anyway, I met with a new girl yesterday. She's one of the young single adults in my ward. But I never notice her before this. Well, she has been inactive for quite some time already. Let's just call her Lind. So, she's very talkative and sweet.
And I don't know if she know I am attracted to her.
Hopefully I didn't be too obvious..
So, last night both of us went back home together taking cab from Bukit Batok MRT station, after the dinner is over of course. She's mentioning about how her working life is and all that.
Well, as I mentioned, I have a girlfriend in my hometown, but she's not a Christian. So, I am considering to let go. Maybe she will be better off without me.
But, it's just so hard to explain it to her.
I feel so guilty now.
What should I do?
About Miri
Let's talk about my hometown, Miri first...
Although I am in Singapore at the moment and not expecting to go back any sooner, but I am really a village boy at heart.
It's not that Miri is a small town, in fact, Miri is one of the fastest developing town in Malaysia.
And Miri has been upgraded to Resort City Status last August.
I was in Singapore during that time. But I heard from my girlfriend in Miri that it indeed was a very extravagant event.
What is so special about Miri?
For me, it's a city that has its own pace. Life in Miri is more laid back.
Old folks, like my grandmother don't have to worry about not having money to support live.
Because although things are getting expensive, but it doesn't force them to earn money for living.
At least they don't have to work for others.
I will talk about that in details next time, if I bother.
I do not have a lot of Singaporean friends.
Well, most of my friends are my colleagues and churchmates.
I don't have any other people outside of the circle at the moment.
That's why I don't know what I should say in details about what's the difference about lifestyle in Singapore and Miri.
But I know that most of the people here are a little bit hostile.
No offence but I am just telling my honest opinion.
In Singapore, the old folks are encouraged to work even after they retire.
Why is that so?
Well, I am working in a cleaning company, so I sometimes got to interview some old aunties and uncles for their job applications.
Some of them look so weak and I just feel they won't stay long with the job.
And I am right most of the time.
Let me talk about an uncle that used to work as a driver in our company.
He's old but very dilligent.
Let's just call him Uncle Yap.
I personally adore his working style.
But sometimes he push himself too hard.
He passed away last July.
It was a sad event for most of us here.
It feel as if I can relate myself to him even closer than me with my father.
But life has to go on.
How I wish I can show you some nice photos of Miri here.
I will try to do that when I am back in Miri, maybe in the end of January, to celebrate Chinese New Year.
I miss my family and friends.
I guess that's all for now.
I hope this post will entertain you.
Any comment?
Is it only me or what?
Tense and miserable.
That's the best words to describe me right now.
So many things need to be done..
I don't even know if I will have time to finish them.
Working in a cleaning company can make you a better person.
What do I mean?
Well, you can learn to do a lot of urgent things in one time.
Interesting, isn't it?
Suddenly a customer calling in and asking for urgent disaster restoration...
There we go again.
But, that's just life.
If you learn how to handle problems, you get the money.
Simple, yeah.. At least for my boss, at the moment.
That's all for now.
Got business to handle.
Cheque time
I'm in the office today.
Well, doing the boring job, putting cheque into envelopes..
Argh...
It's the beginning of the month, that's why.
This morning was so busy. I have to keep record of all the machines and chemicals going out.
And there's so many float cleaners today.
That's a cleaner's life.
Always busy...
But people never realise how important cleaners are.
They're just taken for granted.
Too bad, huh?
I signed up for e-gold account yesterday.
It's at http://2634369.e-gold.com
Maybe you want to try it out?
it's interesting.
Welcome to my life
This is not my first time blogging, but using blogspot... Yes, this is my 1st time.
Still in the office now.
Finished all the things I need to do, almost.
Gonna knock off in an hour's time.
Signed-up for paypal today.
Was trying to get something for this christmas. Well, actually it's a digital camera.
Pay day is coming soon. Can't wait..
Trying to update my company's website.
I'm working as an admin assistant in a
cleaning company.
Cleaning is a good business in
Singapore.
Well, been here for
8 months already.
Set up an online forum for my company too.
Let you know the link when I am done with it.
Anyway, I am joining a church in Pasir Panjang, it's a
Latter-day Saints church.
But more well-known with the name
"Mormon church".
I will talk more about my friends in church later.
