Dear friends,
I’ve move my blog to http://www.fernyit.com/ from today onwards. Yes! My very own domain. Cool features include commenting via facebook connect or twitter account and easy social sharing!
Do keep in touch ya!
Cheers,
Fern Yit
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Chapter 23-07: Virgin Twitter Event - #TweetTuesday
Woah. Just got back from my FIRST ever Twitter event. Never did know that social media can be so serious and so impactful. Well, that was before I joined BLUE and started ramping through heaps of data regarding measuring social medias and the value it bring to the company and the brand.
The experience was great. I would say it is the most insightful 1.5 hours of my life. Am so glad that I could get some pointers from the experts that are in the field for a long time compared to me showing to the juniors, or in my case the newbie their battle scars and their experience with it. What is good and what is bad.
Desiree Goh (@thelensmen) spoke about her experience in running the company’s account. Which is fairly beneficial for me and my colleague - Nuttakorn (@nuttakorn), since we are put in charge of our company’s account (@BlueSingapore).
“The company needs a voice of its own.”
This sets me thinking, what should be BLUE’s voice? If it is too formal and too professional, people might not engage the company as frequent as possible. If the profile is too overly chatty and not constructive towards what the company is doing, people will just unfollow it in the end. *Dilemma…*
On the other hand, I’ve made a couple of friends from the event as well.
Carl (@CarlGriffth) has a long experience in social media. He actually initiated the first twitter event 1.5 years ago. That time, I think I’ve just registered my twitter account because other people are doing so. And like many others wondering what is so great about looking at heaps of text updates. Carl also started his own company and utilized the social media to get the best out of it. Maybe Alan (alan_phua) and Verleen (@verleengoh) can get some insights and tips from him =)
Robin (@robin_low) is currently perusing his PhD at Harvard in Digital Communications. He gave me a lot of idea and clarified some of the myths I’ve been having. He actually created a twitter account for his pet cat after much inspiration from his friend when he was overseas. And his cat’s account has more followers than him. That idea excites me and motivates me to try and start an account for the company’s pet chinchilla (Yes. BLUE has a pet chinchilla running around sometimes to make it livelier) and tweet about random things in the company and create a fun identity that is embedded in BLUE’s company culture.
On my side, I think I will start another account twitter about more influential and useful stuff. Currently my account (@fernyit) is tweeting about news that I’m interested in, sharing articles and also some other random stuff. My followers might feel confused as well as they might be expecting different things. I will also come up with a new blog real soon. Originally was suppose to debut last week, but I still have some things to learn in order to utilize and unleash the full potential of the digital media.
It was a great and insightful evening. Btw, Myat (@MgGuGu), Jason (@jasonscliew) and me are entering the Lufthansa social media case challenge. Wish us luck =)
Once again Thank You Zam(@omgzam) for organizing and The Garden Slug (@thegardenslug) for the awesome food! We will go back some time soon in the future.
Heading to bed soon! Good night people!
The experience was great. I would say it is the most insightful 1.5 hours of my life. Am so glad that I could get some pointers from the experts that are in the field for a long time compared to me showing to the juniors, or in my case the newbie their battle scars and their experience with it. What is good and what is bad.
Desiree Goh (@thelensmen) spoke about her experience in running the company’s account. Which is fairly beneficial for me and my colleague - Nuttakorn (@nuttakorn), since we are put in charge of our company’s account (@BlueSingapore).
“The company needs a voice of its own.”
This sets me thinking, what should be BLUE’s voice? If it is too formal and too professional, people might not engage the company as frequent as possible. If the profile is too overly chatty and not constructive towards what the company is doing, people will just unfollow it in the end. *Dilemma…*
On the other hand, I’ve made a couple of friends from the event as well.
Carl (@CarlGriffth) has a long experience in social media. He actually initiated the first twitter event 1.5 years ago. That time, I think I’ve just registered my twitter account because other people are doing so. And like many others wondering what is so great about looking at heaps of text updates. Carl also started his own company and utilized the social media to get the best out of it. Maybe Alan (alan_phua) and Verleen (@verleengoh) can get some insights and tips from him =)
Robin (@robin_low) is currently perusing his PhD at Harvard in Digital Communications. He gave me a lot of idea and clarified some of the myths I’ve been having. He actually created a twitter account for his pet cat after much inspiration from his friend when he was overseas. And his cat’s account has more followers than him. That idea excites me and motivates me to try and start an account for the company’s pet chinchilla (Yes. BLUE has a pet chinchilla running around sometimes to make it livelier) and tweet about random things in the company and create a fun identity that is embedded in BLUE’s company culture.
On my side, I think I will start another account twitter about more influential and useful stuff. Currently my account (@fernyit) is tweeting about news that I’m interested in, sharing articles and also some other random stuff. My followers might feel confused as well as they might be expecting different things. I will also come up with a new blog real soon. Originally was suppose to debut last week, but I still have some things to learn in order to utilize and unleash the full potential of the digital media.
It was a great and insightful evening. Btw, Myat (@MgGuGu), Jason (@jasonscliew) and me are entering the Lufthansa social media case challenge. Wish us luck =)
Once again Thank You Zam(@omgzam) for organizing and The Garden Slug (@thegardenslug) for the awesome food! We will go back some time soon in the future.
Heading to bed soon! Good night people!
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Chapter 23-06: The Second Wave
Well, nothing beats a weekend of rest. not sure what got into me, but the whole week i've been sleeping a lot. or rather, sudden coma once i got back to the hostel and after my warm shower (which i look forward everyday).
there was one night that i was forcing myself to watch anime when my eyes can barely open and Myat walked in with his signature laugh. and last weekend when i was out with myat, liwern and chenyze, i could not help feeling tired or tipsy after just one or two drinks. that was just weird.
this week was good. have a better grasp of the work pace and also have more control over the whole flow. more organized i would say, but not literally (looking at my work desk). My mentor, Jasmine has left the company. Yesterday was her last day and next week i will be on my own. guess it is do or die.
i am fortunate that she is a patient and nice person. because a lot of things are fresh and new to me. like what wireframes, IA, etc.... i got totally ZERO knowledge about all this things. Yet she was able to be patient and teach me and also pass me a lot of relevant material to read to help me get use to the work. A BIG THANK YOU TO JASMINE! all the best for your new job eh! (not sure if she reads, but oh well...)
on the lighter side of life, i just changed by X2, which a lot say that it is a camera with a phone function; to the Motorola Milestone. Yes, i am on Android now. and just the other day, google just announced the new Android 2.2 - Froyo. a lot of improvements have me made and i am totally looking forward to upgrade the firmware once it is officially released.
i will be changing the other technical blog to blogger again since i can use google analytic and adword together with blogger. i am still a newbie in this. but hopefully i will know more and soon.
alright. enough with the update. gonna go catch up with reading. have my paper about SEO ready just beside me. and hopefully i will be able to setup my account by tonight.
6 days till Sundown marathon! omg. i am so dead!
there was one night that i was forcing myself to watch anime when my eyes can barely open and Myat walked in with his signature laugh. and last weekend when i was out with myat, liwern and chenyze, i could not help feeling tired or tipsy after just one or two drinks. that was just weird.
this week was good. have a better grasp of the work pace and also have more control over the whole flow. more organized i would say, but not literally (looking at my work desk). My mentor, Jasmine has left the company. Yesterday was her last day and next week i will be on my own. guess it is do or die.
i am fortunate that she is a patient and nice person. because a lot of things are fresh and new to me. like what wireframes, IA, etc.... i got totally ZERO knowledge about all this things. Yet she was able to be patient and teach me and also pass me a lot of relevant material to read to help me get use to the work. A BIG THANK YOU TO JASMINE! all the best for your new job eh! (not sure if she reads, but oh well...)
on the lighter side of life, i just changed by X2, which a lot say that it is a camera with a phone function; to the Motorola Milestone. Yes, i am on Android now. and just the other day, google just announced the new Android 2.2 - Froyo. a lot of improvements have me made and i am totally looking forward to upgrade the firmware once it is officially released.
i will be changing the other technical blog to blogger again since i can use google analytic and adword together with blogger. i am still a newbie in this. but hopefully i will know more and soon.
alright. enough with the update. gonna go catch up with reading. have my paper about SEO ready just beside me. and hopefully i will be able to setup my account by tonight.
6 days till Sundown marathon! omg. i am so dead!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Chapter 23-05: First taste of work life
*yawns*...
just woke up from a 4 hour slumber. well, i did not hangout till late last night or went to the club. it is just that it is really different lifestyle all together when you are in the real world.
the first week at work was quite eye opening i would say. sitting in the consulting team under the guidance of experienced people around me. i somewhat feel a little uneasy because the knowledge i have now is not enough to contribute to the team. SEO, Data, Website audit... i know nothing at all the first day i joined.
which explains the uneasy feeling during day 1. not sure where to put my hands and legs. what to do and who to ask.
but day 2 was better after my mentor, jasmine told me what the week will be like. being able to dress down everyday somewhat helped to sooth the uneasiness inside me. the first day with whole formal look really makes me look out of place when i sit within the team.
overall the week has been awesome. although it is a bit tiring since i am still adjusting to this new lifestyle. hopefully i can adapt fast enough!!!
one last thing. i am starting a new blog to note down my learning. but i will not share company's client info and stuff of course.
the link is fernyit.wordpress.com
i have not posted anything now. will try to do it a little later =D
till next time! ciao!
just woke up from a 4 hour slumber. well, i did not hangout till late last night or went to the club. it is just that it is really different lifestyle all together when you are in the real world.
the first week at work was quite eye opening i would say. sitting in the consulting team under the guidance of experienced people around me. i somewhat feel a little uneasy because the knowledge i have now is not enough to contribute to the team. SEO, Data, Website audit... i know nothing at all the first day i joined.
which explains the uneasy feeling during day 1. not sure where to put my hands and legs. what to do and who to ask.
but day 2 was better after my mentor, jasmine told me what the week will be like. being able to dress down everyday somewhat helped to sooth the uneasiness inside me. the first day with whole formal look really makes me look out of place when i sit within the team.
overall the week has been awesome. although it is a bit tiring since i am still adjusting to this new lifestyle. hopefully i can adapt fast enough!!!
one last thing. i am starting a new blog to note down my learning. but i will not share company's client info and stuff of course.
the link is fernyit.wordpress.com
i have not posted anything now. will try to do it a little later =D
till next time! ciao!
Friday, May 7, 2010
Chapter 23-04: New Lifestyle
well. while waiting for shihui (who is always late) at Brewerkz. i think i should do a quick update.
this morning i just went down to BLUE singapore to sign my contract. hopefully i will start work next week after my employment pass got apprived by MoM. i really look forward to it. the team i am posted to - the consulting team has 8 members. and there are 4 other teams in the company (creative, project, digital and technology). a total of 90 members in the BLUE family.
the week is quite packed with home cooked food and also well, alcohol. haha. i love cooking. since i was young i wish that i can grow up to be an excellent chef. partly because i love to eat. but you can't deny the fact that i can cook quite well considering the fact that i am a man and i have not attended any cooking classes. cooking based on observations and also personal taste bud is a bit challenging. especially yesterday i need to chop the whole FAT chicken up. 1.5kg... that is really FAT!!!
hopefully i get more opportunity to cook after i start my job at BLUE. it always makes my day when i see my peeps finishing the huge portion of food i've prepared.
today while at BLUE i also found out that they have a pool table =D more fun ahead!
22 days till Sundown Marathon! time to buck up although i do not see me running that often in the future few weeks. haha. all the best.
and where is shi hui......??? tsk tsk.
this morning i just went down to BLUE singapore to sign my contract. hopefully i will start work next week after my employment pass got apprived by MoM. i really look forward to it. the team i am posted to - the consulting team has 8 members. and there are 4 other teams in the company (creative, project, digital and technology). a total of 90 members in the BLUE family.
the week is quite packed with home cooked food and also well, alcohol. haha. i love cooking. since i was young i wish that i can grow up to be an excellent chef. partly because i love to eat. but you can't deny the fact that i can cook quite well considering the fact that i am a man and i have not attended any cooking classes. cooking based on observations and also personal taste bud is a bit challenging. especially yesterday i need to chop the whole FAT chicken up. 1.5kg... that is really FAT!!!
hopefully i get more opportunity to cook after i start my job at BLUE. it always makes my day when i see my peeps finishing the huge portion of food i've prepared.
today while at BLUE i also found out that they have a pool table =D more fun ahead!
22 days till Sundown Marathon! time to buck up although i do not see me running that often in the future few weeks. haha. all the best.
and where is shi hui......??? tsk tsk.
Monday, May 3, 2010
chapter 23-03: the job spree
nearly everyday and every night i would be sitting in front of the screen searching and viewing OnTrac, JobsDB, jobstreet and etc etc for a job. after the final exam in SMU, i actually felt lost for the first time. i mean it is like "so what now? what to do today?"
felt so aimless and zombified. walking around, not sure what to do have worse of all, have no motivation.
given the time pressure from my dad - "if until july you have not found a job you better move back to jb."
i am not complaining about jb. i love my home, my family. it is just that once i set foot back home i am not sure if i will get out again. if i will, when?
so ya, the anxiety inside me built up and the wait for reply from the companies i've applied and interviewed. most of them did not get back to me. i am actually grateful to those that even spend the time to forward those standard rejection letter to me and stop me pondering and expecting something from it.
well... at least this waiting spree or job spree has now officially ended.
YES!
I GOT OFFERED AT BLUE!!! =D YAYNESS!!!
well. i was quite shocked myself as well when i woke up from my nap after my morning interview at BLUE and saw on my phone regarding the job offer. i thought i was dreaming and i really pinched myself =P
i've dreamed of working under the WPP family and now i did it! luck is on my side! and i will cherish this opportunity that let me start my career the right way!
what is left now is to find a new roof over my BIG head. lolx. flat hunting spree here i come! =D
PS: if anyone come across a 3 bedroom hdb or apartment that is around 2100 and located near harbourfront and SMU, do let me know k?
thanks!
Fern
felt so aimless and zombified. walking around, not sure what to do have worse of all, have no motivation.
given the time pressure from my dad - "if until july you have not found a job you better move back to jb."
i am not complaining about jb. i love my home, my family. it is just that once i set foot back home i am not sure if i will get out again. if i will, when?
so ya, the anxiety inside me built up and the wait for reply from the companies i've applied and interviewed. most of them did not get back to me. i am actually grateful to those that even spend the time to forward those standard rejection letter to me and stop me pondering and expecting something from it.
well... at least this waiting spree or job spree has now officially ended.
YES!
I GOT OFFERED AT BLUE!!! =D YAYNESS!!!
well. i was quite shocked myself as well when i woke up from my nap after my morning interview at BLUE and saw on my phone regarding the job offer. i thought i was dreaming and i really pinched myself =P
i've dreamed of working under the WPP family and now i did it! luck is on my side! and i will cherish this opportunity that let me start my career the right way!
what is left now is to find a new roof over my BIG head. lolx. flat hunting spree here i come! =D
PS: if anyone come across a 3 bedroom hdb or apartment that is around 2100 and located near harbourfront and SMU, do let me know k?
thanks!
Fern
Monday, April 26, 2010
Chapter 23-02: the new age
last night, i received a message on LinkedIn and i was surprise/excited and at the same time i realize that the structure of the career world has changed. dramatically.
i've tried applying for a position in this company 2 months back. and i've failed. but i never never expected to land an interview just like that. this is awesome! Friday is the interview!
wish me luck! i will keep you all posted!
i've tried applying for a position in this company 2 months back. and i've failed. but i never never expected to land an interview just like that. this is awesome! Friday is the interview!
wish me luck! i will keep you all posted!
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Chapter 23-01: is it because
today spoken to huiting (my first gf) for quite long on msn for the first time after a while since everyone was busy. catch up a little and get to know how each other is doing. it feels great to know that she is doing well and her baby is healthy. also, she will be resuming her studies after july. i still remember what we went through to get her a spot in SIM now. really hope that she will be able to finish her studies and have a great future.
"it's been 2.5 years already," she said.
this line let me realized how fast time flies. i am gonna be a graduate after next monday's exam. (i pray that i will not fail. have not failed anything yet...)
the other thing that just came across my mind is the other day Tang Lei mentioned that he saw one of my other blog on blogspot (i got a few blogs, or used to). i was quite curious which one it was. but after asking a few questions, yea, it was me and huiting's blog. just curious how much we've changed, i went to revisit the site.
we've grown to become a different person all in all. most of it positive i guess since we are all mature than before and more considerate. i also noticed some of my weaknesses in relationship, mostly thanks to the impatient devil that is inside me.
well. sometime is better to learn the hard way than not learning at all i guess.
"it's been 2.5 years already," she said.
this line let me realized how fast time flies. i am gonna be a graduate after next monday's exam. (i pray that i will not fail. have not failed anything yet...)
the other thing that just came across my mind is the other day Tang Lei mentioned that he saw one of my other blog on blogspot (i got a few blogs, or used to). i was quite curious which one it was. but after asking a few questions, yea, it was me and huiting's blog. just curious how much we've changed, i went to revisit the site.
we've grown to become a different person all in all. most of it positive i guess since we are all mature than before and more considerate. i also noticed some of my weaknesses in relationship, mostly thanks to the impatient devil that is inside me.
well. sometime is better to learn the hard way than not learning at all i guess.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Chapter 22-Final: few moments of 22
wah. just finish doing some research and work applying for jobs again. almost miss out on the final few minutes of my 22 year old.
looking back, chapter 22 of my life is filled with travels and lessons along these journeys. spent 4.5 months in Sweden and 3 months in China and the rest of it in Singapore. it's a year that many people and envious of. i am happy that i have this chance and this privilege to do so.
but i guess the fairy tale needs to come to an end soon as i foresee that chapter 23 of my life is gonna be challenging and full of dilemmas, decisions and also anxieties. need to look for job, find a house and also a lot more. this two are my biggest concerns apart from my finals tomorrow and also next monday.
well. i guess i should also enjoy it while it last. 22 is sweet. who says only have sweet 21? made heaps of friends. and have heaps of memories together.
any regrets some might ask...
i can say no! i've made my decisions and follow these decisions that i've made carefully. let's live up to this and make the best out of life! we live once ONLY!!!!
to conclude this chapter, i would like to say a special thanks to mum and dad. and of course my little bro, glad to see that you've found your direction and slowly moving towards it! all the best!
love,
Fern Yit
looking back, chapter 22 of my life is filled with travels and lessons along these journeys. spent 4.5 months in Sweden and 3 months in China and the rest of it in Singapore. it's a year that many people and envious of. i am happy that i have this chance and this privilege to do so.
but i guess the fairy tale needs to come to an end soon as i foresee that chapter 23 of my life is gonna be challenging and full of dilemmas, decisions and also anxieties. need to look for job, find a house and also a lot more. this two are my biggest concerns apart from my finals tomorrow and also next monday.
well. i guess i should also enjoy it while it last. 22 is sweet. who says only have sweet 21? made heaps of friends. and have heaps of memories together.
any regrets some might ask...
i can say no! i've made my decisions and follow these decisions that i've made carefully. let's live up to this and make the best out of life! we live once ONLY!!!!
to conclude this chapter, i would like to say a special thanks to mum and dad. and of course my little bro, glad to see that you've found your direction and slowly moving towards it! all the best!
love,
Fern Yit
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Kids are still kids...
Just yesterday, shi hui, sin yi and me conducted a focus group for our client, a snack company. And this time the group is from primary school.
Was very fun to listen to their answers and feedbacks regarding the products. And to see excitement in they eyes when they were given the permission to open the snacks and eat.
After the focus group, we were suppose to give them the stipents. We asked them, 'so who keep the moeny? You or your parents?'
One kid gave a very classical answer.
'i keep all, except need to give my mummy 1 dollar'
Our heads were filled with question marks.
'i need to pay for the ERP we went through to get here today...'
We burst into laughter coz we were not expecting this answer.
Kids are still kids. They think simple and they are happy. Why can't adults do so too? Why do we become more complicated and more difficult to satisfy when we get older?
Cheers,
Fern Yit
Sent from my Sony Ericsson XPERIA™ X2
Was very fun to listen to their answers and feedbacks regarding the products. And to see excitement in they eyes when they were given the permission to open the snacks and eat.
After the focus group, we were suppose to give them the stipents. We asked them, 'so who keep the moeny? You or your parents?'
One kid gave a very classical answer.
'i keep all, except need to give my mummy 1 dollar'
Our heads were filled with question marks.
'i need to pay for the ERP we went through to get here today...'
We burst into laughter coz we were not expecting this answer.
Kids are still kids. They think simple and they are happy. Why can't adults do so too? Why do we become more complicated and more difficult to satisfy when we get older?
Cheers,
Fern Yit
Sent from my Sony Ericsson XPERIA™ X2
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Chapter 22-23: it came true?
phew... just got back from work with LBU... every night is the same thing. guess it is good in a way that it helps me to save up money by tying my time down so i have no chance at all to go drink and have nice dinner with friends.
i thought today will be a slack day for me after teaching at bukit batok. i came back and have a 3 hour nap and started to prepare for tomorrow's focus group for the UOBSA thing i'm taking part in now. busy with coordinating and searching for participants that took away my whole afternoon.
after that went for lunch/dinner with tang lei at 5.30pm (i know, me and my weird timings...). then continue with the UOBSA thing till like 9pm and went off to work at LBU. my day is really packed.
it really came true. what my mum saw on the chinese new year eve program. they mentioned that April is the busiest month for me. and they are not kidding at all.
how i wish i can go home on the weekend and celebrate my birthday with my parents with a nice meal at some fancy place that i've not visited long time since i got back. taking some gasp of air so that i won't suffocate with the finals preparation, the part time jobs and pressure from finding a job.
i mean i am not whining. well. maybe a little, but i choose to be this busy. so ya. i just wish that the other half of the prediction the program had. the one which i will have luck in my career and will be a good year for me...
i dare not think about tomorrow's schedule as it looks so packed and hectic. the day will start at 11am and ends at 12am at least i guess...
wish me luck! i can do this!
i thought today will be a slack day for me after teaching at bukit batok. i came back and have a 3 hour nap and started to prepare for tomorrow's focus group for the UOBSA thing i'm taking part in now. busy with coordinating and searching for participants that took away my whole afternoon.
after that went for lunch/dinner with tang lei at 5.30pm (i know, me and my weird timings...). then continue with the UOBSA thing till like 9pm and went off to work at LBU. my day is really packed.
it really came true. what my mum saw on the chinese new year eve program. they mentioned that April is the busiest month for me. and they are not kidding at all.
how i wish i can go home on the weekend and celebrate my birthday with my parents with a nice meal at some fancy place that i've not visited long time since i got back. taking some gasp of air so that i won't suffocate with the finals preparation, the part time jobs and pressure from finding a job.
i mean i am not whining. well. maybe a little, but i choose to be this busy. so ya. i just wish that the other half of the prediction the program had. the one which i will have luck in my career and will be a good year for me...
i dare not think about tomorrow's schedule as it looks so packed and hectic. the day will start at 11am and ends at 12am at least i guess...
wish me luck! i can do this!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Chapter 22-22: to my friends that are heading to Shanghai...
dedicating this entry to my dear friends who are heading to shanghai this summer =) hope this can help you guys to have a smoother trip! i think i will start with some important website that helped me around last time.
Flight Tickets http://www.ntogo.com/index.aspx
I purchased my flight from here the last time i went to Shanghai. they are very nice and friendly. furthermore, i purchased openjaw ticket which allows me to change my flight dates whenever i want to. however, do note that the price does not include tax.
TaoBao http://www.taobao.com/
taobao is an awesome shopping site that has almost everything inside. you can check and compare the prices here before you decide to purchase it. it is trust-able and fast. girls will get addicted to this and shop 24/7. haha.
DianPing http://www.dianping.com/shanghai
this website have whole loads of review for food, services and anything else under the sun. if you are unsure about the restaurant that you will be trying out or the services is worth your money, you can always check this site out to see what other people have to say first. also, it is also good because there's a lot of promotion and recommendations inside. it's a good way to save money via printing the coupons out. if you are lazy, this site also have all the numbers of the shops. most of them provide FREE delivery. (that explains why i put on so much weight when i was there...)
google ditu http://ditu.google.cn/
i am not sure if you will be able to view this when you are in china since there's been an issue with google and china currently. however, this google map is the most comprehensive map i've ever used when i was in china. it has details of all the shops on it.
ddmap http://www.ddmap.com/
ddmap was recommended to me by one of my friends in Shanghai. it is mostly use for looking up places and how to get there in the shortest time via bus, metro.
Train Tickets http://www.huochepiao.com/
this is the official site for china's train transport. you can go to a lot of places with it and at a reasonable price.
Shanghai Metro Stations http://www.shmetro.com/
Shanghai has many metro stations. not sure where to change train and which is the fastest route. do check here for the full map.
do feel free to comment if you all need more additional information. i will try my best to give it to ya.
enjoy your internships people!
Cheers,
Fern
P.S. facebook, blogspot, youtube and twitter are BLOCK in china.
Flight Tickets http://www.ntogo.com/index.aspx
I purchased my flight from here the last time i went to Shanghai. they are very nice and friendly. furthermore, i purchased openjaw ticket which allows me to change my flight dates whenever i want to. however, do note that the price does not include tax.
TaoBao http://www.taobao.com/
taobao is an awesome shopping site that has almost everything inside. you can check and compare the prices here before you decide to purchase it. it is trust-able and fast. girls will get addicted to this and shop 24/7. haha.
DianPing http://www.dianping.com/shanghai
this website have whole loads of review for food, services and anything else under the sun. if you are unsure about the restaurant that you will be trying out or the services is worth your money, you can always check this site out to see what other people have to say first. also, it is also good because there's a lot of promotion and recommendations inside. it's a good way to save money via printing the coupons out. if you are lazy, this site also have all the numbers of the shops. most of them provide FREE delivery. (that explains why i put on so much weight when i was there...)
google ditu http://ditu.google.cn/
i am not sure if you will be able to view this when you are in china since there's been an issue with google and china currently. however, this google map is the most comprehensive map i've ever used when i was in china. it has details of all the shops on it.
ddmap http://www.ddmap.com/
ddmap was recommended to me by one of my friends in Shanghai. it is mostly use for looking up places and how to get there in the shortest time via bus, metro.
Train Tickets http://www.huochepiao.com/
this is the official site for china's train transport. you can go to a lot of places with it and at a reasonable price.
Shanghai Metro Stations http://www.shmetro.com/
Shanghai has many metro stations. not sure where to change train and which is the fastest route. do check here for the full map.
do feel free to comment if you all need more additional information. i will try my best to give it to ya.
enjoy your internships people!
Cheers,
Fern
P.S. facebook, blogspot, youtube and twitter are BLOCK in china.
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Chapter 22-21: the Chicken and Egg question
today, when i was sitting in the bus one the way back to malaysia early in the morning, i have really nothing else better to do then i thought about the heated chicken and egg question.
did the chicken come first or the egg come first?
my answer: chicken
if the egg comes first, who will sit on the egg and keep it warm till it hatches right? =P
another random post =D
did the chicken come first or the egg come first?
my answer: chicken
if the egg comes first, who will sit on the egg and keep it warm till it hatches right? =P
another random post =D
Friday, March 26, 2010
Chapter 22-20: Busy bUsy buSy busY!!!
this week has been one hella week. working 3 part times and doing projects are not easy to juggle. furthermore, hostel event is coming up soon. keep forgetting about things that i need to do as well. am i just overwhelming myself?
i am actually enjoying being busy and filled with things to do. maybe because i am afraid that after the papers are submitted i will be lost and too free to do anything?
currently, the lifeskill trainer job with the secondary school is quite satisfying because the kids' attitude has changed a lot and are more serious to thing they are in charge of and also getting more and more mature. preparing them for their big day - OCIP to Bintan.
LBU's night shift job is just tedious. but no brain juice is needed during the process. just that now i rarely can have long dinners and also if i want to hit the club, it will be very very late. but still like what Myat said "we are paid sai kang warriors"
the UOB alliance thing is going quite well i guess. although the client does not really seem to be very impress with us or should i say trust students' recommendation. on the bright side, we have lesser to do i guess. working with the two gals had been heaps of fun. a lot of weird jokes and funny moments that make the crazy day less tiring.
last night stayed till 5am in school to get the strategy paper done. at least now i am left with one last paper - MCR. and also the long awaiting hostel beer night.
TOGA TOGA TOGA - yes, that is the beer night theme. we will be like the greeks doing the Olympics. just that you need to train your liver and your bladder to hold on to the night. may the strongest liver and bladder survive.
more to do...
ciaoz,
Fern
i am actually enjoying being busy and filled with things to do. maybe because i am afraid that after the papers are submitted i will be lost and too free to do anything?
currently, the lifeskill trainer job with the secondary school is quite satisfying because the kids' attitude has changed a lot and are more serious to thing they are in charge of and also getting more and more mature. preparing them for their big day - OCIP to Bintan.
LBU's night shift job is just tedious. but no brain juice is needed during the process. just that now i rarely can have long dinners and also if i want to hit the club, it will be very very late. but still like what Myat said "we are paid sai kang warriors"
the UOB alliance thing is going quite well i guess. although the client does not really seem to be very impress with us or should i say trust students' recommendation. on the bright side, we have lesser to do i guess. working with the two gals had been heaps of fun. a lot of weird jokes and funny moments that make the crazy day less tiring.
last night stayed till 5am in school to get the strategy paper done. at least now i am left with one last paper - MCR. and also the long awaiting hostel beer night.
TOGA TOGA TOGA - yes, that is the beer night theme. we will be like the greeks doing the Olympics. just that you need to train your liver and your bladder to hold on to the night. may the strongest liver and bladder survive.
more to do...
ciaoz,
Fern
Monday, March 22, 2010
Chapter 22-19: LAST Presentation
yes. today was the FINAL presentation in my 4 year SMU life. maybe it is because of this reason that i felt stress and maybe because that it is 50% or maybe it is just because the idea and campaign we came out with is a bit too bold and daring.
anyway, i downed 2 cans of coke light and then after that i have a gastric pain chained from the stress i had on me.
keeping this post short to study for case and quiz later.
xoxo,
Fern
anyway, i downed 2 cans of coke light and then after that i have a gastric pain chained from the stress i had on me.
keeping this post short to study for case and quiz later.
xoxo,
Fern
Friday, March 19, 2010
Chapter 22-18: Surnames - The Joke
just the other day, Rach and i was having some random conversation.
Me:"eh. don't so teh leh..."
Rach:"my surname is teh, that's why i can teh."
Me: =.= "ok lo. my surname is Lim. that's why i can drink."
(lim = drink in dialect)
LOL...
after that...
I thought about Kristin's surname and started laughing...
Kristin Loo... hmmmm... =P
for my international friends, this will help you understand the joke better: http://loo.urbanup.com/552884
another lame joke... to make the rainy weather colder... =.=
Me:"eh. don't so teh leh..."
Rach:"my surname is teh, that's why i can teh."
Me: =.= "ok lo. my surname is Lim. that's why i can drink."
(lim = drink in dialect)
LOL...
after that...
I thought about Kristin's surname and started laughing...
Kristin Loo... hmmmm... =P
for my international friends, this will help you understand the joke better: http://loo.urbanup.com/552884
another lame joke... to make the rainy weather colder... =.=
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Chapter 22-18: The 10km Dash
yesterday Daniel, Myat, Vikram, Nayana, Janice and me spontaneously decided to go for a charity run - Metta Charity Run @ east coast (http://www.metta.org.sg/mettarun2010/)
a special thanks to the company who sponsored us and also special thanks to YC for letting us know about this event. it was awesome.
Picture taken after the run. everyone is happy =D
it is my first 10km run after i've started training since january. i've finished it in 51 minutes. which is quite surprising. although i felt like dying after that. i've pushed myself to the max during the run. many of time i feel like just relax walk my way back. but in the end i still pushed myself to run by telling myself "this is nothing compared to the sundown marathon that will be coming soon. if i cant make this thru. how will i make it for the sundown?"
after completing, i've learned something from the run.
note-to-self:
never drink lots of water one hour before run. because you will start looking for toilet when the run just started.
do not bring ipod along. in the end it will only become a liabilities.
The Highlight of the Day
the highlight of the day does not go to me for finishing 10km in 51 minutes. but it is until i heard the story about what happened to daniel...
it all started the night/early morning before the run....
at 2.30am, me and myat were feeling hungry and decided to head out for our usual supper... (yes, this is how we maintain our figures...) then myat asked if daniel wanna join us. but he did not follow us.
at 3++am, we were done eating and head back. according to myat, daniel had 3 packs of noodles... no supper eh? =.=
then at 5++am, he tried to release what he had eaten. but failed...
at 7.10am, we arrived at the run side and daniel rushed to the toilet after having some 'feeling'... only to realize that there's NO TOILET PAPER. lolx. (i can't stop laughing after i heard this after the run.) but this is NOT all... he reaches into his bag and guess what he found? myat's towel. immediately he got a sense of enlightenment and "aha!"
*the following scene is disgusting, i shall be nice and skip it since it is easy to guess what happened after daniel's "aha!". there's only one option left for him anyway*
and the most classic one was myat's helpless facial expression when he know what daniel did to his towel...
the lesson learned:
never to eat too much before a run.
check if toilet have toilet paper before proceeding.
bring a pack of toilet paper with you all the time.
lastly... NEVER PUT YOUR TOWEL IN DANIEL'S BAG...
that's all for now. time to do some work.
xoxo,
Fern
a special thanks to the company who sponsored us and also special thanks to YC for letting us know about this event. it was awesome.
Picture taken after the run. everyone is happy =D
it is my first 10km run after i've started training since january. i've finished it in 51 minutes. which is quite surprising. although i felt like dying after that. i've pushed myself to the max during the run. many of time i feel like just relax walk my way back. but in the end i still pushed myself to run by telling myself "this is nothing compared to the sundown marathon that will be coming soon. if i cant make this thru. how will i make it for the sundown?"
after completing, i've learned something from the run.
note-to-self:
never drink lots of water one hour before run. because you will start looking for toilet when the run just started.
do not bring ipod along. in the end it will only become a liabilities.
The Highlight of the Day
the highlight of the day does not go to me for finishing 10km in 51 minutes. but it is until i heard the story about what happened to daniel...
it all started the night/early morning before the run....
at 2.30am, me and myat were feeling hungry and decided to head out for our usual supper... (yes, this is how we maintain our figures...) then myat asked if daniel wanna join us. but he did not follow us.
at 3++am, we were done eating and head back. according to myat, daniel had 3 packs of noodles... no supper eh? =.=
then at 5++am, he tried to release what he had eaten. but failed...
at 7.10am, we arrived at the run side and daniel rushed to the toilet after having some 'feeling'... only to realize that there's NO TOILET PAPER. lolx. (i can't stop laughing after i heard this after the run.) but this is NOT all... he reaches into his bag and guess what he found? myat's towel. immediately he got a sense of enlightenment and "aha!"
*the following scene is disgusting, i shall be nice and skip it since it is easy to guess what happened after daniel's "aha!". there's only one option left for him anyway*
and the most classic one was myat's helpless facial expression when he know what daniel did to his towel...
the lesson learned:
never to eat too much before a run.
check if toilet have toilet paper before proceeding.
bring a pack of toilet paper with you all the time.
lastly... NEVER PUT YOUR TOWEL IN DANIEL'S BAG...
that's all for now. time to do some work.
xoxo,
Fern
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Chapter 22-17: abnormal sleeping patent
recently i've been having weird sleeping timing. or rather, weird patent.
been sleeping in installments. 4~6 hours at night and 2~3hours in the afternoon.
this is not good....
on the bright side, i got my cybershot back and i paid only 10 bucks for the repair. =D now the problem is, where did i left my memory stick? hmmm...
gonna go look for it and start shooting again, cybershot style!
been sleeping in installments. 4~6 hours at night and 2~3hours in the afternoon.
this is not good....
on the bright side, i got my cybershot back and i paid only 10 bucks for the repair. =D now the problem is, where did i left my memory stick? hmmm...
gonna go look for it and start shooting again, cybershot style!
Chapter 22-16: it's ALMOST over
well. it is week 9 already. with less than 6 weeks on hand till i end my university life.
feeling kinda mixed up. actually.
firstly, i feel confused because i am not sure what will happen after this 6 weeks come to and end. ending both university life and hostel life.
secondly, i still have not landed a job. maybe it is me being too picky? but i do not want to end up in a job where i have no liking in. i dont like the feeling of dragging myself up to get to work every morning and look at the time when i step in the office and start counting down the time to head home. i've done 2 internships. the first one makes me feel this way. exactly. i have no motivation whatsoever. the second one really is awesome. i literally cant wait to head to work.
attended the career submit last week. it was somewhat eye opening as i get to talk to each company to have a deeper understanding of what they are doing everyday and not just to submit my resume without knowing what i am getting myself into.
lastly, because that i have not found a suitable job, i am still standing on the edge of deciding where i should kick start my career. should i stay or should i go? i mean i am not bonded here, why else should i stay?
a lot to think about...
but, to set things right and to prioritize, i should just get my degree over and done with first and leave the others for later.
time to hit the books. yes. the books. not the bar.
xoxo,
Fern
feeling kinda mixed up. actually.
firstly, i feel confused because i am not sure what will happen after this 6 weeks come to and end. ending both university life and hostel life.
secondly, i still have not landed a job. maybe it is me being too picky? but i do not want to end up in a job where i have no liking in. i dont like the feeling of dragging myself up to get to work every morning and look at the time when i step in the office and start counting down the time to head home. i've done 2 internships. the first one makes me feel this way. exactly. i have no motivation whatsoever. the second one really is awesome. i literally cant wait to head to work.
attended the career submit last week. it was somewhat eye opening as i get to talk to each company to have a deeper understanding of what they are doing everyday and not just to submit my resume without knowing what i am getting myself into.
lastly, because that i have not found a suitable job, i am still standing on the edge of deciding where i should kick start my career. should i stay or should i go? i mean i am not bonded here, why else should i stay?
a lot to think about...
but, to set things right and to prioritize, i should just get my degree over and done with first and leave the others for later.
time to hit the books. yes. the books. not the bar.
xoxo,
Fern
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Chapter 22-15: Speed of Light
Yes... the past two weeks happened like the speed of light. guess partially to contribute to this is the Thailand trip. after the trip i was paying off my holiday work debt by preparing for Strategy report and presentation. I practically passed out after the day and woke up with ice-cream fron Jason, Poh Shan and Liwern. and i really swear that it started out with ice-cream ONLY. until someone said "erm. i think baileys mixed well with ice cream." then on, i just remembered bits and pieces. lol.
on the following sunday was hostel games day. well. was an intense day of running here and there and also cooking! woots! showed the gals whose the cook in the hostel =P muahhahahaha. and no, i will not cook for you all unless i feel like it. bleah =P i actually really love to cook. just that when i am back home, there's really no time and no chance to cook at all. life is just soooo packed.
on the same evening, i headed to my ex-colleague's wedding after i successfully washed off the face paint. the night was awesome. felt so happy for rach and her husband. bless them from my heart! they look so happy!
on the second day i had a full day again. (what's new?) Creative Comm Quiz followed by peer helper duty followed by Managing Corporate Reputation, MCR was ok. but the ambush interview my Glen almost make me peed in my pants. being interviewed by media is not an easy task to handle. it was freaking stressful and tiring that i spent the next day sleeping it through. haha.
on wed, my aussie mate Jai is back in SIN City =D well, the three of us (Jai, Myat and me) sure did put on at least 2kgs in 2 meals. first the steamboar buffet dinner then the heavy lunch at brewerkz. although we tried to burn it off on the dance floor, somehow it did not work as successfully as we planned. Jai kept getting caught up with gals inside till i need to pretend to be his gay buddy=.= and we went for supper after that as well, leaving Tang Lei out cold on the table while the three of us were happily eating the hot food on the table =P
Steamboat at bugis with Jai and Myat
Lunch at brewerkz with Jai, Myat and Tang Lei
after seeing Jai off i went into hibernation again. as usual. haha. then on Friday the week ended and i am off to fight the traffic to get back to malaysia for chinese new year.
the week really flies like the speed of light. my university life is coming to an end as i know it. cherishing every moment of it!
i will leave the CNY post to the next post. heading to bed now =D
xoxo,
Fern
on the following sunday was hostel games day. well. was an intense day of running here and there and also cooking! woots! showed the gals whose the cook in the hostel =P muahhahahaha. and no, i will not cook for you all unless i feel like it. bleah =P i actually really love to cook. just that when i am back home, there's really no time and no chance to cook at all. life is just soooo packed.
on the same evening, i headed to my ex-colleague's wedding after i successfully washed off the face paint. the night was awesome. felt so happy for rach and her husband. bless them from my heart! they look so happy!
on the second day i had a full day again. (what's new?) Creative Comm Quiz followed by peer helper duty followed by Managing Corporate Reputation, MCR was ok. but the ambush interview my Glen almost make me peed in my pants. being interviewed by media is not an easy task to handle. it was freaking stressful and tiring that i spent the next day sleeping it through. haha.
on wed, my aussie mate Jai is back in SIN City =D well, the three of us (Jai, Myat and me) sure did put on at least 2kgs in 2 meals. first the steamboar buffet dinner then the heavy lunch at brewerkz. although we tried to burn it off on the dance floor, somehow it did not work as successfully as we planned. Jai kept getting caught up with gals inside till i need to pretend to be his gay buddy=.= and we went for supper after that as well, leaving Tang Lei out cold on the table while the three of us were happily eating the hot food on the table =P
Steamboat at bugis with Jai and Myat
Lunch at brewerkz with Jai, Myat and Tang Lei
after seeing Jai off i went into hibernation again. as usual. haha. then on Friday the week ended and i am off to fight the traffic to get back to malaysia for chinese new year.
the week really flies like the speed of light. my university life is coming to an end as i know it. cherishing every moment of it!
i will leave the CNY post to the next post. heading to bed now =D
xoxo,
Fern
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Chapter 22-14: Family Trip
yes, i just got back from the long awaited 5 days 4 nights family trip to Bangkok and Pattaya. and i am trying to rush through some work that i've been missing out for the pass few days.
i am really feeling like i am on part 2 of my exchange life. just that life is more packed with surprises and also less time to say "what should i do today? there's nothing planned..."
overall, the trip was awesome. it has been a while since the last time the whole family been on a trip together. it was either me and my parents or my younger bro and my parents traveling together for the passed few years.
things has change a lot. both me and my 'baby brother' (he is so gonna punch me for this) has grown up to be more mature and independent individuals i guess. although we might be thinking very differently due to the different place we are living in for the pass 1.5 years, but we are still brothers in the end.
the highlight of the trip is the shopping spree and also the big meals we had for the pass few days. it is really crazy. i literally eat the whole day. i think i gained weight. like maybe 2 kgs. need to continue with night running after i settle down my school work.
the party with jon was also an epic. never thought that i will party so hard when i was with my parents. they seemed quite ok and open with the idea. which let me feel relieve. haha. too much to drink and too little time i must say.
most of the photos for the trip are food and alcohol related. haha. which is self-explained.
they say, like father like son. which i couldn't agree more after looking at my dad drinking those beers throughout the whole trip. i think 3 of us managed to consumed at least 20 litres in total of beers on this 5 days trip.
love traveling with my parents. no worries about money and they are also open with both what me and my younger bro's doing and habits. =D
i am really feeling like i am on part 2 of my exchange life. just that life is more packed with surprises and also less time to say "what should i do today? there's nothing planned..."
overall, the trip was awesome. it has been a while since the last time the whole family been on a trip together. it was either me and my parents or my younger bro and my parents traveling together for the passed few years.
things has change a lot. both me and my 'baby brother' (he is so gonna punch me for this) has grown up to be more mature and independent individuals i guess. although we might be thinking very differently due to the different place we are living in for the pass 1.5 years, but we are still brothers in the end.
the highlight of the trip is the shopping spree and also the big meals we had for the pass few days. it is really crazy. i literally eat the whole day. i think i gained weight. like maybe 2 kgs. need to continue with night running after i settle down my school work.
the party with jon was also an epic. never thought that i will party so hard when i was with my parents. they seemed quite ok and open with the idea. which let me feel relieve. haha. too much to drink and too little time i must say.
most of the photos for the trip are food and alcohol related. haha. which is self-explained.
they say, like father like son. which i couldn't agree more after looking at my dad drinking those beers throughout the whole trip. i think 3 of us managed to consumed at least 20 litres in total of beers on this 5 days trip.
love traveling with my parents. no worries about money and they are also open with both what me and my younger bro's doing and habits. =D
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Chapter 22-13: H.O.M.E.
after traveling all around the globe for the pass 8 months, nothing still beats the feeling of being home.
although malaysia does not have wonderful cultural things like europe, busy city like shanghai or the safety of singapore, it is still my home. being home means a lot. i really miss the food when i was abroad.
of course, being back to a place call home is important. home means more than a roof over your head. to me, there's warm of a family, love and pamper from parents and of course my little bro who is still mischievous and rebellious.
i was back home for a night 2 days ago. being back for less than 24 hours, but it feels so good. got a good rest and also filled my stomach up with home cooked food and neighborhood food that i grew up with. i literally started eating the moment i crossed the causeway and stopped after i cross it again. =P
apart from my jb home, i am lucky to have an additional family in the hostel. it was not easy to have everyone to come together since everyone is from a different country and there's a lot of cultural differences. however, we managed to overcome it and yes, the family circle is getting bigger and bigger.
there's a chinese saying - "you rely on your friends when you are outside"
which i think is so true and am so lucky to have heaps of bros and sis around me that cares!
love you guys.
xoxo
although malaysia does not have wonderful cultural things like europe, busy city like shanghai or the safety of singapore, it is still my home. being home means a lot. i really miss the food when i was abroad.
of course, being back to a place call home is important. home means more than a roof over your head. to me, there's warm of a family, love and pamper from parents and of course my little bro who is still mischievous and rebellious.
i was back home for a night 2 days ago. being back for less than 24 hours, but it feels so good. got a good rest and also filled my stomach up with home cooked food and neighborhood food that i grew up with. i literally started eating the moment i crossed the causeway and stopped after i cross it again. =P
apart from my jb home, i am lucky to have an additional family in the hostel. it was not easy to have everyone to come together since everyone is from a different country and there's a lot of cultural differences. however, we managed to overcome it and yes, the family circle is getting bigger and bigger.
there's a chinese saying - "you rely on your friends when you are outside"
which i think is so true and am so lucky to have heaps of bros and sis around me that cares!
love you guys.
xoxo
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Chapter 22-12: If One Day...
rajan's leaving let me think about a lot of things.
i remember on that day of the memorial, Rachael who was sitting beside me turn to me after the service ended and asked, "if one day i am gone, will you miss me?"
the answer is obvious right? it is a big YES! *smacked Rach's head for asking stupid questions again*
yesterday i was there with Rajan's family for almost the whole day.
brought his mother, aunt and brothers around SMU campus. explained and showed them rajan's everyday university life and it's environment. can see that she is happier to know that rajan led a nice and rich uni life and she also feels that she knows her own son a lot better.
some of my friends might think that it might not be necessary for me to bring them around the whole day.
but
i will think that, if one day...
if one day, i were to be in his shoes (touch wood), i am sure my friend will also do the same for my family and make them feel a lot better.
i am really just happy to know that they are happy and have a better closure to rajan's personal life.
the funny thing happened when rajan's family went to pack up his room. well. they found 7 bottles of alcohol. hard liqueurs mainly.
all i can say is: bro, you make us proud =P although you got busted after you leave us. can imagine you smacking your forehead when your parents found out about it. haha.
xoxo,
Fern
i remember on that day of the memorial, Rachael who was sitting beside me turn to me after the service ended and asked, "if one day i am gone, will you miss me?"
the answer is obvious right? it is a big YES! *smacked Rach's head for asking stupid questions again*
yesterday i was there with Rajan's family for almost the whole day.
brought his mother, aunt and brothers around SMU campus. explained and showed them rajan's everyday university life and it's environment. can see that she is happier to know that rajan led a nice and rich uni life and she also feels that she knows her own son a lot better.
some of my friends might think that it might not be necessary for me to bring them around the whole day.
but
i will think that, if one day...
if one day, i were to be in his shoes (touch wood), i am sure my friend will also do the same for my family and make them feel a lot better.
i am really just happy to know that they are happy and have a better closure to rajan's personal life.
the funny thing happened when rajan's family went to pack up his room. well. they found 7 bottles of alcohol. hard liqueurs mainly.
all i can say is: bro, you make us proud =P although you got busted after you leave us. can imagine you smacking your forehead when your parents found out about it. haha.
xoxo,
Fern
Chapter 22-11: Closure
every event in life has an opening and for sure it need a closure to end it officially.
2 nights ago was rajan's memorial. a lot of people was there to pay their last respect to him and to make sure that he is being sent to a better place.
a lot of events in life needs a proper closure to enable one to move on easier. or at least this is what i think.
funerals and memorials are closure to life. although it is a sad and down event, but people will move on after paying last respect and saying last words to their love ones.
i was glad that the memorial service is filled with more laughter than tears. Rajan will always be remembered as someone that spread laughter even after he left us. he will still live in our memory forever.
i will remember him as a fellow orang malaysia who is knowledgeable and mature who love to eat and drink =D he always manage to see things in a positive light no matter how the situation is.
i was relieved to see that rajan's family is holding up strong. and i am sure they are happier to know that he has so many friends that miss him and love him.
he is a successful person. that i must say.
hope you can see this dude. you will be missed!
Cheers,
Your Malaysian Adik - Fern Yit
2 nights ago was rajan's memorial. a lot of people was there to pay their last respect to him and to make sure that he is being sent to a better place.
a lot of events in life needs a proper closure to enable one to move on easier. or at least this is what i think.
funerals and memorials are closure to life. although it is a sad and down event, but people will move on after paying last respect and saying last words to their love ones.
i was glad that the memorial service is filled with more laughter than tears. Rajan will always be remembered as someone that spread laughter even after he left us. he will still live in our memory forever.
i will remember him as a fellow orang malaysia who is knowledgeable and mature who love to eat and drink =D he always manage to see things in a positive light no matter how the situation is.
i was relieved to see that rajan's family is holding up strong. and i am sure they are happier to know that he has so many friends that miss him and love him.
he is a successful person. that i must say.
hope you can see this dude. you will be missed!
Cheers,
Your Malaysian Adik - Fern Yit
Monday, January 11, 2010
Chapter 22-10: Crossroads
Life is just full of decisions yo make. some decisions are really life changing.
if would never be the same if i've chosen to head to australia for my degree i guess. i will never have the chance to get a good internship from Shanghai and also an awesome time at Sweden for exchange.
these crossroads in life really make a person different i guess.
not sure where these roads will lead to because the world is changing so rapidly these days. when you think everything on that road is running smoothly, you might just ended up in a dead end.
coming to my last term in university, i was busy applying for jobs. suddenly, there's another crossroad appear in front of me. i am happy to have another path to take. but it is always a tough choice to make which road you should take.
should i work or should i continue my studies? tough choice.
if would never be the same if i've chosen to head to australia for my degree i guess. i will never have the chance to get a good internship from Shanghai and also an awesome time at Sweden for exchange.
these crossroads in life really make a person different i guess.
not sure where these roads will lead to because the world is changing so rapidly these days. when you think everything on that road is running smoothly, you might just ended up in a dead end.
coming to my last term in university, i was busy applying for jobs. suddenly, there's another crossroad appear in front of me. i am happy to have another path to take. but it is always a tough choice to make which road you should take.
should i work or should i continue my studies? tough choice.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Chapter 22-09: Back to Reality
it's been a few days since i got back to singapore/malaysia. had been busy traveling here and there, settling down and catching up with friends.
i am really happy to arrive at singapore with a big welcome by the guys. especially jason, thanks for picking me up again =D
the weather in singapore is killing me slowly. feels like i am melting away like an icicle being taken out of the freezer and thrown on the road.
today, the class finally started. it's been a long 8 months since i sat on that stressful seat in smu. seriously, my stomach is filled with butterflies. i am totally stress out!
as for new year resolution, i've signed up for 21 km sundown marathon. i aimed to finish it in 2 hours. which is quite fast and ambitious for me.
got to head to the gym real soon!
i am really happy to arrive at singapore with a big welcome by the guys. especially jason, thanks for picking me up again =D
the weather in singapore is killing me slowly. feels like i am melting away like an icicle being taken out of the freezer and thrown on the road.
today, the class finally started. it's been a long 8 months since i sat on that stressful seat in smu. seriously, my stomach is filled with butterflies. i am totally stress out!
as for new year resolution, i've signed up for 21 km sundown marathon. i aimed to finish it in 2 hours. which is quite fast and ambitious for me.
got to head to the gym real soon!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Chapter 22-08: Cherish.Life
before i start this entry, i would like to have your one moment of silent to remember a dear friend to me, Rajan who passed away this morning in an accident.
I was excited that we've finally managed to churn out the report and the powerpoint slides for the L'Oreal Brandstorm Challenge at 3am just now and planned to sleep my final night in Jonkoping peacefully while enjoying the cold breeze that came in my window now and then.
last thing i expected was a call from okkar at 5.36am in the morning. i was half awake until i heard "Rajan passed away". i jumped out of bed trying to grab hold of myself to check if it is a dream or is it real.
yes, my friend rajan had passed away this morning singapore time.
suddenly, memories i shared with him flooded my mind. the time we drink together and bitch about things, the time he and jooboy went to my house and the last time i met him face-to-face is before i head to sweden, he was there to send me off.
he will be missed not only by his family as he is a wonderful person that brought joy amongst his friends. although he passed away, his memory will live on in our heart.
life is fragile and sometime life is a bitch. i just can't be more accurate to describe this feeling. it is a bitch such that you will never know what to expect the next moment and when you least expected, it hits you.
so, just cherish life and every pleasant and unpleasant moment it might give to you.
this photo was taken the last time we met. we were talking on msn the other day about getting a drink as usual when i get back. but now...
hope you can see this brother. rest in peace as we will someday meet again in that place far away. be sure to have a beer in your hand then.
*Cheers*
I was excited that we've finally managed to churn out the report and the powerpoint slides for the L'Oreal Brandstorm Challenge at 3am just now and planned to sleep my final night in Jonkoping peacefully while enjoying the cold breeze that came in my window now and then.
last thing i expected was a call from okkar at 5.36am in the morning. i was half awake until i heard "Rajan passed away". i jumped out of bed trying to grab hold of myself to check if it is a dream or is it real.
yes, my friend rajan had passed away this morning singapore time.
suddenly, memories i shared with him flooded my mind. the time we drink together and bitch about things, the time he and jooboy went to my house and the last time i met him face-to-face is before i head to sweden, he was there to send me off.
he will be missed not only by his family as he is a wonderful person that brought joy amongst his friends. although he passed away, his memory will live on in our heart.
life is fragile and sometime life is a bitch. i just can't be more accurate to describe this feeling. it is a bitch such that you will never know what to expect the next moment and when you least expected, it hits you.
so, just cherish life and every pleasant and unpleasant moment it might give to you.
this photo was taken the last time we met. we were talking on msn the other day about getting a drink as usual when i get back. but now...
hope you can see this brother. rest in peace as we will someday meet again in that place far away. be sure to have a beer in your hand then.
*Cheers*
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Chapter 22-07: Guardian Angels
they are all around us. sometime we did not even noticed their existence.
friends or family, there are always someone caring for us no matter what.
i still remember when i broke up with my first girlfriend. my dad, who does not really know how to express concern (i hope he is not reading this, or else my pocket money will suffer...) passed me a book - Who Moved My Cheese, to tell me that life is like a maze and also changed my way of viewing things after that. that was his way of concern.
my friends as well, they are people who i share my happiness with. and when i am down, they will always be there for me. looking over me at all times.
will be heading back to sg soon. reality. long time no see. need to face it face to face now and there's no escape.
wish me luck with the L'Oreal Brandstorm competition too.
till then, adios.
friends or family, there are always someone caring for us no matter what.
i still remember when i broke up with my first girlfriend. my dad, who does not really know how to express concern (i hope he is not reading this, or else my pocket money will suffer...) passed me a book - Who Moved My Cheese, to tell me that life is like a maze and also changed my way of viewing things after that. that was his way of concern.
my friends as well, they are people who i share my happiness with. and when i am down, they will always be there for me. looking over me at all times.
will be heading back to sg soon. reality. long time no see. need to face it face to face now and there's no escape.
wish me luck with the L'Oreal Brandstorm competition too.
till then, adios.
Chapter 22-06: X'mas of 2009
just got to madrid with yisin who just depleted her last drop of redbull(finally...). it is my first time spending x'mas in a western country.
met up with Oliver and Yao Yao last night and had a great great time. the Jager was awesome before heading to that expensive club in barcelona. music and the crowd was great.
love Spain so far. weather is good and nice. not too cold or too warm. just need to wear one more layer compared to back home.
last night we also talked about our exchange. Yao Yao can't see to believe that i did not even make out/kiss another gal during this whole exchange. yeap. not even one.
well. all i can say is i have loads of fun this 4.5 months. i really just want to make a lot of friends and spend time together with them and be happy. and i did. all the new friendship that was formed and old friendship strengthened. get to know each other better, i really like this kind of life a lot.
some might think that i missed out on the chance of the lifetime to be young and try out everything. but i think most importantly is not to regret. after my first relationship, i realized that one can't decide who they will be with forever. however, one will have to be with him or herself for life. that's why i think that it is important not to do something you will never forgive yourself of.
so ya, that is why. glad to have the chance to spend this year's x'mas with party and gathering and catching up with friends.
3 more nights till i go back to pack my room in jonkoping that looks like it was being swarm over by a tornado. lol. in other words, yisin has to bear with my lameness for 3 more days. (i think she caught the lameness virus from me already...)
time to shower and rest up! hope the weather is good tomorrow!
good night people abd merry x'mas once more!
xoxo
met up with Oliver and Yao Yao last night and had a great great time. the Jager was awesome before heading to that expensive club in barcelona. music and the crowd was great.
love Spain so far. weather is good and nice. not too cold or too warm. just need to wear one more layer compared to back home.
last night we also talked about our exchange. Yao Yao can't see to believe that i did not even make out/kiss another gal during this whole exchange. yeap. not even one.
well. all i can say is i have loads of fun this 4.5 months. i really just want to make a lot of friends and spend time together with them and be happy. and i did. all the new friendship that was formed and old friendship strengthened. get to know each other better, i really like this kind of life a lot.
some might think that i missed out on the chance of the lifetime to be young and try out everything. but i think most importantly is not to regret. after my first relationship, i realized that one can't decide who they will be with forever. however, one will have to be with him or herself for life. that's why i think that it is important not to do something you will never forgive yourself of.
so ya, that is why. glad to have the chance to spend this year's x'mas with party and gathering and catching up with friends.
3 more nights till i go back to pack my room in jonkoping that looks like it was being swarm over by a tornado. lol. in other words, yisin has to bear with my lameness for 3 more days. (i think she caught the lameness virus from me already...)
time to shower and rest up! hope the weather is good tomorrow!
good night people abd merry x'mas once more!
xoxo
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Chapter 22-05: Looking back to grow up
who says one can't grow up by looking back and his or her pass?
a few days ago, i looked at my previous blog entries on msn spaces (http://fernyit5317.spaces.live.com) and realized that i was freaking immature 2 years ago. really wanna smack myself in the face and ask myself what was i thinking and why did i do those things.
revisiting my history, i also learn a lot about myself. the way i think and why do i think about things in such a way.
Kris is right. every time i fall, i will stand up stronger and better than before. changes need to be made in order to prevent falling all over again and to be a better man.
traveling alone can be good as well. make some friends on the way and also have the time to think about life, no matter present, past or the future.
today, while i was on the train from Amsterdam to Paris. there was a Dutch kid and his father sitting beside me for the whole duration of the train ride. the kid was making a lot of noise, to be frank, i was annoyed. but the father did not do anything. if it was in a more Asian context, the boy will have been punished or stopped by his parents and asked to be more considerate.
well, i guess that is the different culture background. i think it is rather cool. after a while, the kid started to talk to me and we chatted a little. he is very friendly. on the other hand, kids that were limited will not take initiative to talk to strangers and also be that friendly.
viewing things differently. that is what i think about it.
time to get some food into my tummy. till next time. adios!
a few days ago, i looked at my previous blog entries on msn spaces (http://fernyit5317.spaces.live.com) and realized that i was freaking immature 2 years ago. really wanna smack myself in the face and ask myself what was i thinking and why did i do those things.
revisiting my history, i also learn a lot about myself. the way i think and why do i think about things in such a way.
Kris is right. every time i fall, i will stand up stronger and better than before. changes need to be made in order to prevent falling all over again and to be a better man.
traveling alone can be good as well. make some friends on the way and also have the time to think about life, no matter present, past or the future.
today, while i was on the train from Amsterdam to Paris. there was a Dutch kid and his father sitting beside me for the whole duration of the train ride. the kid was making a lot of noise, to be frank, i was annoyed. but the father did not do anything. if it was in a more Asian context, the boy will have been punished or stopped by his parents and asked to be more considerate.
well, i guess that is the different culture background. i think it is rather cool. after a while, the kid started to talk to me and we chatted a little. he is very friendly. on the other hand, kids that were limited will not take initiative to talk to strangers and also be that friendly.
viewing things differently. that is what i think about it.
time to get some food into my tummy. till next time. adios!
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Chapter 22-04: Amsterdam - more than drugs, sex and alcohol
when people mention about amsterdam, for sure that the first thing will be the red light district, the window gals, coffee shops and also the cheap alcohol there.
it is eye opening when i get to see the gals up close. it is so different compare to watching them on tv and listening to what friends my friends said.
however, the government plans to close the red light district down or at least move them out of the city center by 2015. a lot of the windows have been purchased and are used as windows to display art pieces by students. therefore, a lot of tourists, especially guys must seize the chance to see them before they 'extinct'=P
the coffee shops sell coffees and also some other things. however, you cant get any alcohol from inside. there's a total of 400 licenses issued. and there will not be reissued if the coffee shop breaks the rules that was agreed upon. in other words, the number of coffee shops will decrease every year.
apart from this, amsterdam is very very very beautiful. it is also known as Venice of the North. it has a lot of water running through the city. the water that passed through the city is fresh water, so in other words, the city does not give out a salt smell like Venice does.
the special buildings surrounding the canals tell you a lot about amsterdam's history. every building have a hook on top of their building and this is for them to load their goods up into the house after purchasing it from the merchants.
the museums are located a little outside of the city, but it is still walkable. too bad i only visited the masterpiece museum. there's a lot of info about the dutch history inside there.
and last night's party was awesome! everyone got wasted and it is also nice to know more people. although i had a hard time waking up this morning with a hangover and a sprain in the neck, it was still a great time in amsterdam.
heading to paris on the train. more awaits.
xoxo
it is eye opening when i get to see the gals up close. it is so different compare to watching them on tv and listening to what friends my friends said.
however, the government plans to close the red light district down or at least move them out of the city center by 2015. a lot of the windows have been purchased and are used as windows to display art pieces by students. therefore, a lot of tourists, especially guys must seize the chance to see them before they 'extinct'=P
the coffee shops sell coffees and also some other things. however, you cant get any alcohol from inside. there's a total of 400 licenses issued. and there will not be reissued if the coffee shop breaks the rules that was agreed upon. in other words, the number of coffee shops will decrease every year.
apart from this, amsterdam is very very very beautiful. it is also known as Venice of the North. it has a lot of water running through the city. the water that passed through the city is fresh water, so in other words, the city does not give out a salt smell like Venice does.
the special buildings surrounding the canals tell you a lot about amsterdam's history. every building have a hook on top of their building and this is for them to load their goods up into the house after purchasing it from the merchants.
the museums are located a little outside of the city, but it is still walkable. too bad i only visited the masterpiece museum. there's a lot of info about the dutch history inside there.
and last night's party was awesome! everyone got wasted and it is also nice to know more people. although i had a hard time waking up this morning with a hangover and a sprain in the neck, it was still a great time in amsterdam.
heading to paris on the train. more awaits.
xoxo
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Chapter 22-03: "you will not see me in the morning..."
Last night was Tash's Birthday. Happy 20th Birthday Tash! not a teenager anymore!
i have to admit last night's party was crazy. i was quite spontaneous as well. not sure what got into me, i just went into the room and took out the bottle of Jager which i planned to bring home to singapore.
And... it was gone in 20 minutes or so. well done everyone. I am not sure what i did that i need to take 6 shots of it =P
was really surprise when Tim, Brooke, Kym and Damon came when i was smashed. i seriously thought that i will never see you guys again. the hugs and blessings we exchange will last us a lifetime or until we meet again.
"you will not see me in the morning..."
i know it was a sad goodbye. i can see that even the Stick - Enrique is being emotional about it by playing "goodbye my lover" over and over again and sitting there stoning away.
i regretted leaving on the morning bus the second day. but it is too late. but at least we had a cool farewell.
when i just set foot in Sweden, i was afraid that hostel life will be dull and not as exciting compared to singapore. but who knows i ended up with all the party animals =P guess they categorize and put us in the place we should belong. haha.
not sure who will be reading this. but i would like to say something to the wonderful people on Delta1 that spice up this exchange!
"I really love you guys! I seriously hope that we do not have to part so soon. i never expect it to hit me so hard as well. guess we bonded with each other quite well without even noticing it. i will not forget those crazy parties, crazy drinks and the everyday life we had for the pass 4 months. life can never be the same."
Keep in touch people! those who have not added me on msn (fernyit5317@hotmail.com) or skype (fernyit), please add me k?
take care and see you around in the future. it is not a goodbye!
xoxo
i have to admit last night's party was crazy. i was quite spontaneous as well. not sure what got into me, i just went into the room and took out the bottle of Jager which i planned to bring home to singapore.
And... it was gone in 20 minutes or so. well done everyone. I am not sure what i did that i need to take 6 shots of it =P
was really surprise when Tim, Brooke, Kym and Damon came when i was smashed. i seriously thought that i will never see you guys again. the hugs and blessings we exchange will last us a lifetime or until we meet again.
"you will not see me in the morning..."
i know it was a sad goodbye. i can see that even the Stick - Enrique is being emotional about it by playing "goodbye my lover" over and over again and sitting there stoning away.
i regretted leaving on the morning bus the second day. but it is too late. but at least we had a cool farewell.
when i just set foot in Sweden, i was afraid that hostel life will be dull and not as exciting compared to singapore. but who knows i ended up with all the party animals =P guess they categorize and put us in the place we should belong. haha.
not sure who will be reading this. but i would like to say something to the wonderful people on Delta1 that spice up this exchange!
"I really love you guys! I seriously hope that we do not have to part so soon. i never expect it to hit me so hard as well. guess we bonded with each other quite well without even noticing it. i will not forget those crazy parties, crazy drinks and the everyday life we had for the pass 4 months. life can never be the same."
Keep in touch people! those who have not added me on msn (fernyit5317@hotmail.com) or skype (fernyit), please add me k?
take care and see you around in the future. it is not a goodbye!
xoxo
Monday, December 14, 2009
Chapter 22-02: Farewell?
the day is coming nearer and nearer.
the day when we need to say goodbye to Sweden, to exchange life and to all the gorgeous people we met during this period of time.
although it is true that we can better stay in touch with the technology today, the feeling of leaving each other and not sure when we will see each other face to face and do fun things together will just come to mind.
during this short period of 4.5 months, there's been a lot of changes for me. i feel that i view things very differently, trying to see things from a different perspective or from how my friends from different country see them.
i guess, this help me to grow up, even if it is a bit.
i am glad that my life have this chapter that allows me to be overseas with different people from all around the would. never would i forgot the great, legendary and epic time we had.
it is always the same feeling when you are leaving. no matter if it is for a while or forever. when you pack your bags, surely there's a part of you will pray that you have more time and don't need to leave so soon.
"afraid that when we meet again things will be different."
this was my thought when i left singapore for sweden four months ago. some of the things have changed. hopefully it is for the better. hopefully it will be better when i set foot on the ground back home.
guess life will never be the same again.
the day when we need to say goodbye to Sweden, to exchange life and to all the gorgeous people we met during this period of time.
although it is true that we can better stay in touch with the technology today, the feeling of leaving each other and not sure when we will see each other face to face and do fun things together will just come to mind.
during this short period of 4.5 months, there's been a lot of changes for me. i feel that i view things very differently, trying to see things from a different perspective or from how my friends from different country see them.
i guess, this help me to grow up, even if it is a bit.
i am glad that my life have this chapter that allows me to be overseas with different people from all around the would. never would i forgot the great, legendary and epic time we had.
it is always the same feeling when you are leaving. no matter if it is for a while or forever. when you pack your bags, surely there's a part of you will pray that you have more time and don't need to leave so soon.
"afraid that when we meet again things will be different."
this was my thought when i left singapore for sweden four months ago. some of the things have changed. hopefully it is for the better. hopefully it will be better when i set foot on the ground back home.
guess life will never be the same again.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Chapter 22-01: losing my snow-virginity
just hop off the 23 hours train ride from Kiruna to Jonkping. and it is tiring. nonetheless, the trip is still AWESOME!
after living on the equator for more than 22 years, it is my first time experiencing this kinda feeling. looking at pure white snow covering the surroundings of the town and nature sites just make me feel very calm and overwhelmed. i was so excited that i do not even feel the cold at all until i can't feel my fingers and toes.
the wilderness tour in the beginning was just eye-opening. not only we get to stay at a kick ass old style wooden house that was covered with real furs, but we also get a good taste of reindeer meat. yes, reindeer, the one santa used to pull his sleds with. if you do not get your presents this year, i think we are partly to be blamed.
dog-sledding and snow mobile were heaps of fun for me but not skiing. since young i have a very bad sense of balance, that explains why i need 1 hour to get up on my feet while other people just stand up easily.
the icehotel is magnificent as well. the artist rooms inside are fun concepts and the delicate ice sculptures decorate the room to give each room a different personality.
the 20 hours train ride wasn't that bad. at least we get to spend time together and also draw the distance closer since the cabin is so small. those were good times that i will remember!
i will miss you guys. Andrew, Tim, Timo, Mike, Damon, Steph, Kym, Brooke, Jacky! i lost my snow-virginity with you guys and it couldn't get better than this!
Chapter 22: ...
it's been a while since i last blogged.
regretted not doing constant entry for the whole exchange. a lot has happened during this exchange, that is all i can say. gain some and lose some.
well. i've changed the blog for a new start. looking at life as a book and one year as a chapter of life. i was tempted to delete this current blog and start a new one. but soon enough i realized that it is all part of my life and who i am. so i decided to stick with it.
coming for exchange really changed a lot of my views. learning from people of different culture background that holds different views and values in life also helps me see things very differently.
with this entry, i would like to draw a new line for this blog. hope everyone tunes in and feel free to drop comments.
regretted not doing constant entry for the whole exchange. a lot has happened during this exchange, that is all i can say. gain some and lose some.
well. i've changed the blog for a new start. looking at life as a book and one year as a chapter of life. i was tempted to delete this current blog and start a new one. but soon enough i realized that it is all part of my life and who i am. so i decided to stick with it.
coming for exchange really changed a lot of my views. learning from people of different culture background that holds different views and values in life also helps me see things very differently.
with this entry, i would like to draw a new line for this blog. hope everyone tunes in and feel free to drop comments.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Branded or not?
being here for 1 week plus. i've been looking around and found out a few things.
other than the scenery that is available on my facebook photos, i've also been thinking about the china market.
there are of coz a lot of products made in china. you can see a lot of different 'branded' things here. you can even get a pair of converse for 45 yuan. which is around 10 bucks. looks the same anyway. only the person who wear it for few hours will know the different.
here, if you wear the real goods, in other people eyes they might be fake too. for example i am wearing a real converse, but people will think it's fake because of my identity. a student. compared to a professional wearing a fake good, people will think that it's real.
i think things in china is more about is it practical compare to is it real? who cares around here?
these 2 weeks had been fruitful and also see a lot.
Suzhou was fun. it was very very well planned and cant be compare to singapore or malaysia.
i was amazed everyday by new things i see and new people i meet.
i love exploring!
other than the scenery that is available on my facebook photos, i've also been thinking about the china market.
there are of coz a lot of products made in china. you can see a lot of different 'branded' things here. you can even get a pair of converse for 45 yuan. which is around 10 bucks. looks the same anyway. only the person who wear it for few hours will know the different.
here, if you wear the real goods, in other people eyes they might be fake too. for example i am wearing a real converse, but people will think it's fake because of my identity. a student. compared to a professional wearing a fake good, people will think that it's real.
i think things in china is more about is it practical compare to is it real? who cares around here?
these 2 weeks had been fruitful and also see a lot.
Suzhou was fun. it was very very well planned and cant be compare to singapore or malaysia.
i was amazed everyday by new things i see and new people i meet.
i love exploring!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Touch Down Shanghai
today is the day a lot of people had been waiting for. woke up early and dragged my heavy luggage to the car and set off to Changi.
today i will begin my adventure in shanghai. i was very happy that jess, jason, fish, wan ting and my parents came to see me off at the airport. it really mean a lot to me.
i seem very happy and calm because i know that i will take care of myself and will not let you guys back there worry about me. so dun worry la! and i was very touch with the card every wrote. and jason, thank you hor...=.=
good to see that jess is still the same jumping here and there like a restless puppy. yea... jumping...=.= <-- that was on my parents' face when they saw her. haha.
jess, take care ya. must wake up on time for your appointments. and dun be so blur already! enjoy your bsm and summer back in indo! dun miss me too much ya!
wan ting came directly from jb together with me and it was a very ironic feeling. because me and wan ting are trying to wake jess and jason up to send me away=.=''' damn bad right?
wan ting, my little sister/brother (quite confused sometime), do take care. i will still be here listening to you whenever you need ya. sms me! =D
jason, see you on msn la. you older than me. sure know how to take care de right? oh ya, come to shanghai now if want. weather damn good. same like genting=.=
fish, thanks for coming. was quite shocked and touched. take care bro. and congrats for graduating from SMU. i will see you when i get back la.
the flight today was soso la. it was over before we know it. was sleeping, playing psp and eating all the way. of course also opened the card you all gave me la~
took some pictures today. i will post up on facebook soon.
shanghai is very different from what we think actually. there are a lot of nice people here. i've talked to a lot of people and ask around to buy some essential items. had sushi for dinner... which is not planned that way. but it was late already, so no way to find other food already.
well, got to go shower and sleep. tomorrow need to report to work at 8.30am! haha.
good nite people!
today i will begin my adventure in shanghai. i was very happy that jess, jason, fish, wan ting and my parents came to see me off at the airport. it really mean a lot to me.
i seem very happy and calm because i know that i will take care of myself and will not let you guys back there worry about me. so dun worry la! and i was very touch with the card every wrote. and jason, thank you hor...=.=
good to see that jess is still the same jumping here and there like a restless puppy. yea... jumping...=.= <-- that was on my parents' face when they saw her. haha.
jess, take care ya. must wake up on time for your appointments. and dun be so blur already! enjoy your bsm and summer back in indo! dun miss me too much ya!
wan ting came directly from jb together with me and it was a very ironic feeling. because me and wan ting are trying to wake jess and jason up to send me away=.=''' damn bad right?
wan ting, my little sister/brother (quite confused sometime), do take care. i will still be here listening to you whenever you need ya. sms me! =D
jason, see you on msn la. you older than me. sure know how to take care de right? oh ya, come to shanghai now if want. weather damn good. same like genting=.=
fish, thanks for coming. was quite shocked and touched. take care bro. and congrats for graduating from SMU. i will see you when i get back la.
the flight today was soso la. it was over before we know it. was sleeping, playing psp and eating all the way. of course also opened the card you all gave me la~
took some pictures today. i will post up on facebook soon.
shanghai is very different from what we think actually. there are a lot of nice people here. i've talked to a lot of people and ask around to buy some essential items. had sushi for dinner... which is not planned that way. but it was late already, so no way to find other food already.
well, got to go shower and sleep. tomorrow need to report to work at 8.30am! haha.
good nite people!
Sunday, April 19, 2009
the room that had seen it all...
It's been a long time since i've been through the nightmare of packing and moving. the last i remember was the beginning of year 2 in SMU that i moved from Bishan back to the hostel and i've been in the hostel for 2 years already.
the things here are increasing at a steady rate each month or so. which explains the intensive packing process that i am going through.
i feel heartache when i pack. the thought of leaving this room and might never ever set foot back to his small space where i can say is a home for me.
this room, had seen it all.
it was here that i first become RS and make a lot of true friends
it was here that i had my first relationship break up
it was here that i live my life to a high and party all night with my post family
it was here that i grew up and become me - who i am today
it was here that i found happiness outside the textbooks and school life
it was all here... and now it's going to end/pause...
i am not trying to be emo or what. just that sometime these thoughts just come.
i shall sleep soon and pack later.
good night room. thanks for hosting me for 2 full years.
the things here are increasing at a steady rate each month or so. which explains the intensive packing process that i am going through.
i feel heartache when i pack. the thought of leaving this room and might never ever set foot back to his small space where i can say is a home for me.
this room, had seen it all.
it was here that i first become RS and make a lot of true friends
it was here that i had my first relationship break up
it was here that i live my life to a high and party all night with my post family
it was here that i grew up and become me - who i am today
it was here that i found happiness outside the textbooks and school life
it was all here... and now it's going to end/pause...
i am not trying to be emo or what. just that sometime these thoughts just come.
i shall sleep soon and pack later.
good night room. thanks for hosting me for 2 full years.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
FiRsT eNtRy
well, are they all say: when you are going to travel for long, there are few things you will need.
1) camera... check
2) passport... check (i know of some individuals who need not bring their passports =P... guess who?)
3) Money... sorta check
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and the list goes on and on...
one of the must have when you go for this long and far traveling will be to have a blog. i used to have 2... and well... both ended up deserted... one deleted actually...
now that i am almost flying off (22 april) and i am now sorta free... i decided to start this blog that i've decided to keep for my life. unless blogger decided to turn itself off one day...
"GOOD NEWS EVERYONE" as Professor Hubert J. Farnsworth from futurama would had said.
I've got my exchange to SWEDEN! how AWESOME is that? "VERYYYYY"
that's right, seems like i will be travelling from 22 april till end of the year! hooray!
finally, i get the chance to see the world before i graduate.
the adventure will begin in 6 days from now...
be prepare world! here i come! =D
1) camera... check
2) passport... check (i know of some individuals who need not bring their passports =P... guess who?)
3) Money... sorta check
.
.
.
.
and the list goes on and on...
one of the must have when you go for this long and far traveling will be to have a blog. i used to have 2... and well... both ended up deserted... one deleted actually...
now that i am almost flying off (22 april) and i am now sorta free... i decided to start this blog that i've decided to keep for my life. unless blogger decided to turn itself off one day...
"GOOD NEWS EVERYONE" as Professor Hubert J. Farnsworth from futurama would had said.
I've got my exchange to SWEDEN! how AWESOME is that? "VERYYYYY"
that's right, seems like i will be travelling from 22 april till end of the year! hooray!
finally, i get the chance to see the world before i graduate.
the adventure will begin in 6 days from now...
be prepare world! here i come! =D
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