Sunday, May 30, 2010
Another quickie.
Another quickie. I'm kinda badly knocked up with school work. I have a speech to deliver on Monday, quizzes to mug, and tonnes of pages to read! FML! But I want to spend the weekend with Ray too! Sigh. I know he understands. He has to, since he's the awesome boyfriend. :)
Friday, May 21, 2010
The first time.
Was reading Holly Jean's blog. And I got reminded of how I met Ray. Or rather how the first date went.
Technically, Ray and I met way back when we're in poly. I had just entered the diploma course and he was about to graduate. Funny thing was at that time he did not leave a good impression, and me and the classmates thought he was annoying then. Of course, we hardly talked then too.
After 4-5 years, he finally contacted me through Facebook. Well, I still have the message he sent me through Facebook. It was about why this blog was loading slow (of course the problem has been ratified). Not long after receiving that message, I get a IM on my MSN from him. He found my MSN email address and decided to talk to me there. At that time I was away from school for my internship. So the initial connection was made when I was in the office. And after about 2 days of online chatting, he got my number.
Texting him was just fun. Of course at that time I was some what nursing a heartbreak from a long term crush. I suppose when I told myself that it was fine to make friends, I didn't expect to get a boyfriend out of it.
One Saturday evening, I received a text from him asking to catch a movie. That Saturday I was with my family out at Orchard Road. So it was thought to be a late night movie. In the end he was late. Transportation difficulties. I wasn't that angry. I had Borders to accompany me while I waited. I still remember the book I was reading that night. And why I had chose that book. The Time Traveler's Wife. Because that was my nemesis favorite book and I wanted to know what was so good about it. Ray came when I was at page 36. Being cheeky, I "punished" him by getting the book for me which he did. Then after Borders, it was drinks at Timbre - Old School. But Timbre closed at 2am, and it was really early. Hence it was walks and talks along the Singapore River. You know what, that was the first time I saw the river in such a beautiful light.
After that was supposed to be home, but I forgotten my keys. So airport to spend the night till the next morning. When we got to the Starbucks at the airport, my mom called and rushed me home. That sums up our first date.
The memories still appear so beautiful.
Technically, Ray and I met way back when we're in poly. I had just entered the diploma course and he was about to graduate. Funny thing was at that time he did not leave a good impression, and me and the classmates thought he was annoying then. Of course, we hardly talked then too.
After 4-5 years, he finally contacted me through Facebook. Well, I still have the message he sent me through Facebook. It was about why this blog was loading slow (of course the problem has been ratified). Not long after receiving that message, I get a IM on my MSN from him. He found my MSN email address and decided to talk to me there. At that time I was away from school for my internship. So the initial connection was made when I was in the office. And after about 2 days of online chatting, he got my number.
Texting him was just fun. Of course at that time I was some what nursing a heartbreak from a long term crush. I suppose when I told myself that it was fine to make friends, I didn't expect to get a boyfriend out of it.
One Saturday evening, I received a text from him asking to catch a movie. That Saturday I was with my family out at Orchard Road. So it was thought to be a late night movie. In the end he was late. Transportation difficulties. I wasn't that angry. I had Borders to accompany me while I waited. I still remember the book I was reading that night. And why I had chose that book. The Time Traveler's Wife. Because that was my nemesis favorite book and I wanted to know what was so good about it. Ray came when I was at page 36. Being cheeky, I "punished" him by getting the book for me which he did. Then after Borders, it was drinks at Timbre - Old School. But Timbre closed at 2am, and it was really early. Hence it was walks and talks along the Singapore River. You know what, that was the first time I saw the river in such a beautiful light.
After that was supposed to be home, but I forgotten my keys. So airport to spend the night till the next morning. When we got to the Starbucks at the airport, my mom called and rushed me home. That sums up our first date.
The memories still appear so beautiful.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Laments
About 2 days ago, I was still mopping and getting angry about not getting work and not getting paid soon enough.
Well, 2 days after and I am still whining over my financial situation. Sucks to be a student now. Although I have this events job to tide some of my finances, still the pay takes a longer route to my pocket. The original plan (before no tuition) was to use this events position like something on a spare cash basis; like for birthday presents and outings. However with tuition gone, I have yet to find a replacement job for regular income. I understand it is not easy for me to get a tuition assignment due to the neighborhood school and diploma background. Not forgetting how idiotic the economy is now. Seriously this sucks. On top of that, with my mediocre designing skills, no matter how cheap I charge, there's always another designer better than me.
I have come to understand this in-between life I have. In-between sizes, in-between jobs, in-between friends.... I really do want to break this cycle. One may ask, "Aren't your parents providing?" Yes, they are. You may wonder where did all my money go to. Hmm.. Here's my break down:
Well, 2 days after and I am still whining over my financial situation. Sucks to be a student now. Although I have this events job to tide some of my finances, still the pay takes a longer route to my pocket. The original plan (before no tuition) was to use this events position like something on a spare cash basis; like for birthday presents and outings. However with tuition gone, I have yet to find a replacement job for regular income. I understand it is not easy for me to get a tuition assignment due to the neighborhood school and diploma background. Not forgetting how idiotic the economy is now. Seriously this sucks. On top of that, with my mediocre designing skills, no matter how cheap I charge, there's always another designer better than me.
I have come to understand this in-between life I have. In-between sizes, in-between jobs, in-between friends.... I really do want to break this cycle. One may ask, "Aren't your parents providing?" Yes, they are. You may wonder where did all my money go to. Hmm.. Here's my break down:
- Transport - Well, my dad does provide for transport and that's fine. However, I'm sometimes a tardy person. So, the cab comes in handy when I'm rushing. Of course, GAC (guilty as charged). In my defense, I would say about 15% (which is A LOT) of what I earn goes to cabs. FML.
- Skincare - GAC again. I just blew about $60 on my skincare recently which is something I deeply regret. Damn it Zelda, can't you just control a little?
- Entertainment - Technically, clubbing and what nots are only done when either I'm free or I have spare cash. Hello, I do need "me" time. But of course the boyfriend pays for most of the dates and I feel horrid now. Seriously, the more I write this entry, the more I'll hate myself.
- Food - Again, Ray pays for most of our meals whenever we go out. Recently, due to my financial situation, I hardly eat even when I'm working. Hmm.... Hope it helps with the weight loss too.
- Bills - My mobile and credit card bills. Sigh. Seriously, I have been trying to control the card. Ok, I do have some balance yet to clear but I think I am able to manage that for now.
After breaking down my monthly spending, I have come to realize that cabs are a bad thing, skincare spending has to be truly justified before buying and I could definitely cut down on the bills. Oh well. Let's hope I DO get a job that pays regularly soon. Sigh.
Sunday, May 09, 2010
Talks and walks.
Every time I think of "talk the walk, walk the talk", I think of Dwayne "The Rock" Jonhson.
Well, that's totally irrelevant to today's reflective topic. But yes. If one is able to talk the walk, one should be able to walk the talk too. Perhaps it just disgust me to see how people just get so adamant about certain ideas and thoughts, but end of the day fail to deliver such self-kept promises. Of course, I myself have made broken promises but the only difference is I am not in self-denial of how much I can and cannot achieve. The only strange thing about such people is that when pointed out how they have actually failed to do so, they turn the tables around and blame you for their failure. How ironic can that be! Of course, one has to applaud such a person on the awesome delusional success on themselves. It takes an impeccable amount of effort on conjure such a thought. On top of that, the randomly ridiculous spite thrown at anyone takes a lot of brain power as well.
But seriously, if you have so much time and effort to belittle a person and assume superior amongst anyone, you are definitely insane and definitely not worth ANYONE's time. So bye for now.
Well, that's totally irrelevant to today's reflective topic. But yes. If one is able to talk the walk, one should be able to walk the talk too. Perhaps it just disgust me to see how people just get so adamant about certain ideas and thoughts, but end of the day fail to deliver such self-kept promises. Of course, I myself have made broken promises but the only difference is I am not in self-denial of how much I can and cannot achieve. The only strange thing about such people is that when pointed out how they have actually failed to do so, they turn the tables around and blame you for their failure. How ironic can that be! Of course, one has to applaud such a person on the awesome delusional success on themselves. It takes an impeccable amount of effort on conjure such a thought. On top of that, the randomly ridiculous spite thrown at anyone takes a lot of brain power as well.
But seriously, if you have so much time and effort to belittle a person and assume superior amongst anyone, you are definitely insane and definitely not worth ANYONE's time. So bye for now.
Friday, May 07, 2010
Irony
Met up with Mark to pick up the pirated books from Peace Center. Yes I know I should be sleeping now but insomnia just loves kicking in at this time. So I guess it will be Red Bull in the morning before work.
It has been a while since I last hung out with the original people I made friends with at UB, of course apart from Jo. Mark's still Mark. Talks were great. And as I laid in bed, it dawned on me - irony.
Being in a communications course, there is a high expectation from people that communication students should and/or are excellent communicators. This is when irony sets in. The communications course at UB happens to be one of the bitch-iest course that the school offers. Here's my tie up with the 2 factors. Being able to communicate well will in some way eliminate the chance of information displacement. However, it seems people at UB aren't exactly great communicators with the bitching level in campus. Of course to me such things are of the past. However, tell me who can forget the past? That was my life then.
Speaking of life, seems as though this time, I met some bumpy rocks. Had another argument with the boyfriend. Stats grade still being shity. No more tuition for now. And I haven't touched my liquor since the holidays started! I suppose with 1 week almost gone, I'll need to step it up on the last week soon! So, Wii party anyone? Alcohol included.
It has been a while since I last hung out with the original people I made friends with at UB, of course apart from Jo. Mark's still Mark. Talks were great. And as I laid in bed, it dawned on me - irony.
Being in a communications course, there is a high expectation from people that communication students should and/or are excellent communicators. This is when irony sets in. The communications course at UB happens to be one of the bitch-iest course that the school offers. Here's my tie up with the 2 factors. Being able to communicate well will in some way eliminate the chance of information displacement. However, it seems people at UB aren't exactly great communicators with the bitching level in campus. Of course to me such things are of the past. However, tell me who can forget the past? That was my life then.
Speaking of life, seems as though this time, I met some bumpy rocks. Had another argument with the boyfriend. Stats grade still being shity. No more tuition for now. And I haven't touched my liquor since the holidays started! I suppose with 1 week almost gone, I'll need to step it up on the last week soon! So, Wii party anyone? Alcohol included.
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