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Tuesday, July 26, 2005 I know it's a bit too soon for another post (given that my last post was only yesterday) but it's one of those days where I just feel like ranting & complaining.The 10 things I hate: 1. Cheapskate & calculative people These are the freebies-seekers who grab free stuff thinking that it's their entitlement, when it is actually a privilege. These are also the people who ask for a yard when an inch is already given to them. 2. People who likes to "act smart" These are the people who think they know everything, when in fact they know nuts! Some think just because they're educated, they are smart. Yeah, right. 3. People who engages their mouth before using their brains In a harsh one word to describe these people- "stupid". 4. People who don't understand the meaning of "No" & the existence of "Terms & Conditions" These people are the ones who refute the T&Cs of things. Read: People who also like to "act smart". T&Cs are put in place to ensure consistency & fairness, though a certain degree of flexibility is also allowed on a case-by-case basis. But there're people who abuse it & want things to go their way. If everyone has their own set of rules, why in the 1st place, does a company sets T&Cs? Read: This group of people also belongs to Pt. 3. 4. Rude people These are the people who think they own the world & the world owes them a living. But that doesn't give them the right to yell at & abuse people verbally or otherwise. In fact, I find rude people are a pathetic lot cause most often, they don't have real friends. 5. Inconsiderate people These are the people who like to block the entrance/exit way of the train & people who rushes in when the commuters are trying to alight. What I hate is also people leaning against the pole meant for holding on in the train, thereby, not allowing other commuters to hold on (for their dear life when the train jerks). So what I like to do is, is to hold on to the pole & stick my thumb out purposely, thereby, poking that person if he/she is leaning against it. If he/she feels the discomfort, they'll most likely refrain from leaning. And it works most of the time *grin* 6. Back-stabbers / Bootlicker These are the people who like to kiss their bosses' ass. Basically, they are the ones who have nothing else better to do than to spread rumors & who can't use their capability to prove their worth/existence in the company, thereby, the need to resort to underhand means. 7. Bigots Unless when these people prick themselves with a needle & their blood is purple (i.e. royal blood), then they probably have the right to be one. Else, be it yellow, white, black or brown skin, we are still all of the same human race cause our blood is still red. Enuff said. 8. Waking up in the morning for work when its raining & the weather is perfect for a sleep in 9. Being broke 10. Being lied to Monday, July 25, 2005 I have to confess I am a late / slow starter to this blogging stuff. I'm still trying to fix some of the html problem - why is it that my earlier July posts are not seen in here but when you click on July under Archives, it refreshes & shows? hmm...Anyway, I figured out that blogging is a good way to bring people closer, getting updates on how one is doing & also a platform for thoughts & views to be shared. Like for my sis who's in France now. Though we don't talk to each other much before she went over to France, reading her blog has sort of brought me closer to her. And for friends whom I don't keep in constant contact, blogs are a good way to know how they are doing. Also, reading people's blogs make me realised I'm not the only with problems. Other people have the same problem as I do, if not, they also have their own set of issues to handle. I'm getting the hang of writing blogs. I like it cuz it doesn't talk back at me, it allows me to post my thoughts, grouses, mundane stuff on it & at times, I think I am better at expressing myself in writing than talking. What's more it's FREE - for myself & for anyone who's interested to read it. For "ardent" readers of my blog, it make me realised how thoughtful some of them are. And here, I would like to thank Selina. Though you're in US & we hardly know each other back then here, your emails have been encouraging & I'm thankful for your sharing of experiences & views. It really touches me. NOTE: in my previous post on my sunglasses, I realised I have more than 5. Currently, I'm also looking for a buyer for my DKNY sunnies. I have only wore it once & found that it doesn't suits me. Girls...don't they just like to shop on impulse? *sigh* *grin* Saturday, July 23, 2005 Went to watch The Island today, starring Ewan McGregor & Scarlett Johannson. And boy, is she hot! Anyway, the movie is about human cloning, where a "sponsor" - the person who paid the institute to clone him/her, who need a "new" organ in due time, can use his/her clone to extract the organ out for transplant....and that leaves the clone to die.Pretty fine show though the plot is not that extraordinary. Frankly, I am against human cloning. Seriously, why would anyone want to be a mortal? It's an act of defiance against God. No one should try & act God. And I think it's such a cruel act to "kill" to stay alive. Anyway, I also bought myself a new sunnies - my 5th. The big sunnies which is in vogue now.  Friday, July 22, 2005 Something happened at the workplace (or rather the mall) today. A man was stabbed in the lower abdomen & two of his fingers deeply cut. An ambulance & 6 policemen came within minutes to assist & investigate. Apparently the suspect has fled the scene. Scene of crime- 3rd level of the mall. Victim- Black man in his 20's. Think due to the loss of blood & pain, the man's face went pale. Time of crime- 2.15pm. Witnesses also saw the two men arguing at the lift lobby prior to the stabbing.Pretty scary cuz it's the 1st time such incident happened in the mall. Just hope the man's alright. What a day! Tuesday, July 19, 2005 Of the WorldAttended my 3rd lesson for the tourism course. I think this is where the real lesson begins (the previous were more on general information) cuz I was pretty lost & for awhile I thought the lecturer was speaking Greek. Though I've worked in the Singapore Tourism Board for close to 3 years, I was not prepared for this. The course is more industry based, especially for the Travel Agencies. And one never know so much planning & time & calculation has to be done before a tour / destination is rolled out. We have to plot the route for destinations (e.g. from Madrid to Paris to Rome to London back to Madrid in the fastest route), to locating cities by using the longitudes & latitudes of the world map. Hello??!! Is anyone as lost as me yet? Monday, July 18, 2005 Went to Bay Beats 2005 (the alternative & indie music festival of the year) at the Esplanade on Saturday night. Only make it in time for the Poptart event @ Chillout Groove tent cuz I only reached there at 12mn.Danced like crazy to alternative to indie to retro (yeah, retro.....but not the trashy retro) to the classics. But I think I'm getting too old for this kinda shit. Hardly even go partying now....would rather prefer a drink & chill-out instead. Was very happy when my bf noticed my haircut. hehee. Cuz it wasn't obvious....and you know, how guys never noticed such thing. Saturday, July 16, 2005 Had a trim (gotten myself a fringe too) & my colour highlighted yesterday. Needed a change....something fresh yet not too radical.Changed the skin of my blog by myself today as well...took some royalty free pic off the net, amended some html codes & voila! Simple yet something that shouts "It's so me"! I wish I could change some choices I've made, just like what Johnny Hates Jazz used to sing "I wish I could turn back the clock"...& that life could be just as simple as changing a blog skin. I have been the pillar of strength to someone close, but I don't know how long I can sustain. Where is my pillar of strength then? Somehow, I felt I have a responsibility to help, to be his emotional support but I have my limits. I can't change the world but I can help change his thinking....but the question is HOW? Is clinical depression curable? I think I should have studied Psychology instead of Marketing. Well, that's another choice which was not made then. Life....it's all about choices. Either you live with it or you regret it. For me? It has become a fact of life. Tuesday, July 12, 2005 Attended a very good friend 's wedding last Sun. The 4th weddings I have attended in two months. Guess it is just a fact of life that once you reach a certain age, the wedding invites will just keep coming. The wedding was pretty different, so were the wedding photos & video. Had a lot of fun during the bridal shower. The bridegroom & his eight "brothers" were really a sporting bunch. From wearing ladies panties to eating out-of-this-world spicy sambal sandwich to doing star-jumps, it was quite an experience. Weddings are such joyous occasions, where two people decided to spend the rest of their lives together. Cant help but feel happy for the wedding couple but also a tinge of envy. Its inevitable that people kept asking me "so when is it your turn". Truly, I wish I could have the answer to that. I have also dreamt of walking down the aisle with the one, wearing the beautiful gown celebrating our matrimony in a special place with lovely people. But can two people be together without getting married? Or is marriage just a rite of passage...? Tuesday, July 05, 2005 Attended my 1st class today - a part-time Travel & Tourism Diploma course. And why am I taking up this course? Well....1st, I love to travel & have been wanting to study something related to it (since I've saved up enough $$$ to pay for this course myself, why not?). 2nd, to upgrade myself to learn new things & skills - you can never stop learning...the only time you stop, is when you die. Last but not least, hopefully this can come in handy for future employment in the travel / tourism line. So...since I have made this decision, me being me...I'm gonna give it my best shot & hopefully, to be able to get Distinctions for this course!Wish me well, people! *grin*
Sunday, July 03, 2005 It has been one of the poignant weekends for me....(don't get me wrong though, I had a good weekend, catching up on sleep & spending sometime with my bf). Went to see my Grandma for a short while today before going off to visit an old friend (Auntie Mary) of my Grandma's @ St. Luke Hospital. Auntie Mary had a fall at home few weeks back. She has been staying alone by herself for a very long time & it must be hard on her to have no one around when the fall happened. My Grandma's brother who had passed away due to a fall at home. No one knew...until a few days later when his friends called the police to his home to check if he's alright. But he was already dead..... Can't help but ponder - will I grow old alone too? It's a scary thought. Which is why I would rather have a companion then to be alone. Or perhaps I'm thinking too much, too unnecessary. Also today, I finally managed to watch Motorcylce Diaries on DVD. It was a good movie with a great storyline. If I have the time & $$...I would also love to embark on a road trip to do voluntary work, to explore & enrich myself further in life's experiences. Yesterday, watched the Live8 concerts on Starhub & put my name in the www.live8live.com list in support of the Live8 concert to end poverty in Africa. Not sure how that will help to highlight to the G8 summit leaders about helping Africa, but at least that's the best I can do within my means here. Hmm...looking at my past posts, seems to be on quite a depressing note. Ok, I promised the next blog will be more positive & light-hearted. Till then, cheers! |
