I have been slacking recently while trying to watch this Korean comedy drama called, Goong (Korean title) or Princess Hour (English title). Well, ever heard of the saying, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy? Well, here I am trying to refuel myself before the much anticipated term break that is coming in about 2 weeks time. Anyways, did this questionnaire on how many things I have done 53 out of 99.How's that?
[1] I have read a book before
[2] I have run more than 2 miles without stopping. (1mile=1.6km?)
[x] I have been to Canada - when I earn enough $
[3] I have been on some sort of sports team - Yupz, each year during Sports Day & Swimming Carnival
[4] I have watched cartoons for hours before - Those were the days!
[5] I have tripped UP the stairs - yupz
[6] have fallen down an entire flight of stairs - In front of a group of guys during TP open house. How embarrassing!
[7] have been snowboarding/skiing - It was the best experience ever!
[x] I have played ping pong.
[8] I swam in the ocean.
[x] I have been on a whale watch.
[9] I have seen fireworks.
[10] I have seen a shooting star - In fact, I saw 3 on my trip to Flinders Ranges.
[x] I have seen a meteor shower.
[11] I have almost drowned - When my leg decided to have cramps!
[12] I have been so embarrassed I wanted to disappear - Can't recall over what incidence though!
[13] I have listened to one cd over & over & over again. - The musical CDs
[x] I have had stitch(es)
[x] I have licked a frozen pole and got stuck there
[x] I have stayed up til 6am doing homework/projects - Not really, I stayed up until 3am to put the final touches for my Major Project
[x] I currently have a job.
[14] I have been ice skating - Learnt it here in Adelaide!
[x] I have been rollerblading
[x] I have fallen flat on my face.
[15] I have tripped over my own two feet. Yes!
[x] I have been in a fist fight.
[16] I have played videogames/com for more than 3hours straight - I missed those days!
[17] I have watched The Power Rangers before - Yupz, used to with my brother!
[18] I do / have attended Church regularly - Used to
[19] I have played truth or dare.
[20] I have already had my 16th birthday.
[21] I have already had my 17th birthday.
[22] I've called someone stupid. And meant it - Yupz!
[23] I've been in a verbal argument - Yes, heaps when I was young
[24] I've cried in school - Last day in Primary 6
[x] I've played basketball on a team.
[x] I've played softball on a team.
[x] I've played football on a team.
[x] I've played soccer on a team -
[x] I've done cheerleading on a team - Eeks! Can't imgaine myself in a cheerleaders outfit
[25] I've swam on a team. On a relay team for Swimming carnivals
[26] I've been swimming more than 20 times in my life - Love swimming and those tanning sessions after that!
[x] I've bungee jumped. I'm scared of heights but I wanna try it though!
[27] I've climbed a rock wall before - During those adventure camps
[28] I've lost more than $20 - I reckon
[29] I've called myself an idiot - Who hasn't?!
[30] I've called someone else an idiot - Yes, when I am in a fit of anger!
[31] I've cried myself to sleep - Yes.
[32] I've had (or have) pets. Rusty, I miss you!
[x] I've owned a Spice Girls cd. and or tape.
[x] I've owned a Britney Spears cd.
[x] I've owned an N*Sync cd.
[x] I've owned a Backstreet Boys cd.
[x] I've mooned someone.
[x] I've sworn at someone in authority. Never dared!
[33] I've been in the schoolnewspaper / insights - During my secondary school days. I recall when I was in sec 2, there was this awful picture of me bringing the parents on Open day.
[34] I've been on TV - For some Xmas programme when I was about 8, I reckon
[35] I've eaten sushi - Healthy!
[x] I've been on the other side of a waterfall.
[x] I've watched all of the Lord of the Rings movies.
[36] I've watched all the Harry Potter movies. Loved them!
[x] I've watched the 3 Stooges at least once.
[x] I've watched "Newlyweds" Nick & Jessica.
[37] I've watched Looney Tunes before.
[x] I've been stuffed into a locker. Too fat!
[x] I've been called a geek.
[38]I've studied hard for a test and got a bad grade - Well..
[39] I've not studied at all for a test and aced it - Luck, I reckon!
[40] I've met a celebrity / music / TV artist. Oh yes!
[x] I've written poetry - No flair for poetry
[x] I've been arrested - NO WAY!
[41] I've been attracted to someone much older than me - Yes!
[42] I've been tickled till I've cried - tears of joy - Ahh!
[x] I've tickled someone else until they cried.
[43] I've had / have siblings. Yes, 3 in fact and I miss them all!
[x] I've been to a rock concert.
[44] I've listened to classical music and enjoyed it - Surprise surprise!
[x] I've been in a play.
[x] I've been picked last in gym class.
[x] I've been picked first in gym class or so -
[x] Ive been picked in that middle-range in gym class.
[45] I've cried in front of my friends - That's what friends are for!
[46] I've read a book longer than 1,000 pages - Bible, Harry Potter
[47] I've freaked out over a sports game - Always!
[48] I've vomited in public - when I was sick!
[x] I've washed someone else's vomit - YUCKS!
[49] I've ran away - from?
[50] I've had a stalker - I was terrified!
[51] I've had a fight with someone on txt -Yes!
[52] I've had a fight with someone face-to-face - When I was much younger.
[x] I've been in a car accident - Touch wood! But nearly had 1!
[53] I've forgiven someone who has done something bad to me - Love your enemy as you love yourself..
[x] I've personally seen someone die.
[x] I've been confronted by a police officer but got away.
[x] I've lost someone who meant the world.
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Saturday, August 26, 2006
Time Out
I have been rather busy since I last returned from Flinders Ranges trip. Some friends have commented that I looked tired. Perhaps its the many late nights I spent working on my essay trying to do it to the best of my ability. Besides, I made a silent resolution that thou shall work hard and perform to the best of my ability and try to qualify for the honours programme. However, I silently pray and hope that I do not step over people while working towards my goal.
Recently, I took a personality test and I am 88% sanguine and 12% phlegmatic. Take Test!
If you are a sanguine-phlegmatic, most everyone likes you! You are easy-going, creative, fun-loving, enthusiastic, imaginative, caring, generous, flexible, and spontaneous. You are probably considered “emotional” because of your easily aroused feelings, your attentiveness to relationships, and your tender heart.
Your weaknesses are superficiality, indecisiveness, disorganization, and procrastination. Often you find it difficult to know exactly how to state what you mean, or how to express yourself logically; this contributes to a tendency to talk more than is needed or to provide more detail than is necessary.
In a relationship, you will likely gravitate toward a logical, organized, strong-willed and decisive partner—someone who makes decisions quickly and provides strong moral certitude and structure to your life. You can be easily influenced (which is exacerbated by your tendency to ask others for advice — without thinking it through) and to do what seems “kind” before considering whether it is objectively right. Many sanguine-phlegmatics are drawn to teaching (and parenting), the helping professions, and volunteer works for the Church or for the welfare of society.
You place a high priority on your personal search for meaning and self-identity. The strong need to discover your “true self” will be met by a rich prayer life and a personal relationship with Christ. Your weaknesses probably tend to bother you more than anyone else. For example, you may find yourself blurting out something without thinking, or spending too much time seeking advice only to find yourself more confused than you started, or oversleeping every day this week — despite all the best of intentions. You may find yourself becoming overcommitted because you simply can’t say “no” and have a strong need to be liked/please people.
A typical sanguine-phlegmatic trick is to spend too much money shopping or (better yet) dining out with friends, and then to put off balancing the checkbook (too much work, too many other distractions) until it is hopelessly behind. Now you are overwhelmed with everything that has piled up! You may complain half-heartedly, blame circumstances, or go shopping. . . but you may not really make a concerted effort to change.
Recently, I took a personality test and I am 88% sanguine and 12% phlegmatic. Take Test!
If you are a sanguine-phlegmatic, most everyone likes you! You are easy-going, creative, fun-loving, enthusiastic, imaginative, caring, generous, flexible, and spontaneous. You are probably considered “emotional” because of your easily aroused feelings, your attentiveness to relationships, and your tender heart.
Your weaknesses are superficiality, indecisiveness, disorganization, and procrastination. Often you find it difficult to know exactly how to state what you mean, or how to express yourself logically; this contributes to a tendency to talk more than is needed or to provide more detail than is necessary.
In a relationship, you will likely gravitate toward a logical, organized, strong-willed and decisive partner—someone who makes decisions quickly and provides strong moral certitude and structure to your life. You can be easily influenced (which is exacerbated by your tendency to ask others for advice — without thinking it through) and to do what seems “kind” before considering whether it is objectively right. Many sanguine-phlegmatics are drawn to teaching (and parenting), the helping professions, and volunteer works for the Church or for the welfare of society.
You place a high priority on your personal search for meaning and self-identity. The strong need to discover your “true self” will be met by a rich prayer life and a personal relationship with Christ. Your weaknesses probably tend to bother you more than anyone else. For example, you may find yourself blurting out something without thinking, or spending too much time seeking advice only to find yourself more confused than you started, or oversleeping every day this week — despite all the best of intentions. You may find yourself becoming overcommitted because you simply can’t say “no” and have a strong need to be liked/please people.
A typical sanguine-phlegmatic trick is to spend too much money shopping or (better yet) dining out with friends, and then to put off balancing the checkbook (too much work, too many other distractions) until it is hopelessly behind. Now you are overwhelmed with everything that has piled up! You may complain half-heartedly, blame circumstances, or go shopping. . . but you may not really make a concerted effort to change.
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Flinders Ranges Trip
All aboard?!! The trip to Flinders Ranges was an awesome experience not forgetting that the trip was timely and half-sponsored by my da jie as part of my birthday present! Anyways, enough of talking. Here goes..
Flinders ranges national park was proclaimed in 1972, measuring 94,908 hectares and is recognised as one of Australia's finest. Its rugged mountain scenary, peaceful tree-lined gorges and range of wildlife and flora, no wonder I was attracted to it!
Emu ran wild!
Day 1: Travelled out of Adelaide and headed north passing through Clare, Melrose and Mount Remarkable. After sitting on the bus for God knows how long, we prepared ourselves to walk into Alligator Gorge. After which, we attempted to catch the sunset while heading into Wilpena pound where the night was spent sleeping under the blanket of stars (P/s: I saw shooting stars!). Be warned! The night was freezing!
Before setting off
Alligator Gorge
Enthused hikers!
Blurry sunset (the bus was travelling at 110km/hr)
Very cold campers!
Warmth! Ahhhh...
Our swags for the night!
Day 2: This morning, we scaled Mount Olsen Bagge, which is 941m above sea level. While climbing, it offered magnificent views into Wilpena pound and surrounding rugged mountain scenaries. We then departed for Angorichina, stopping at Stokes Lookout and to catch a glimpse of the Great Wall of China. After arriving at Angorichina, one explored the many walking trails that it has to offer. Accomodation was bunk-house style.
Mount Olsen Bagge calling us in the distant
Climbing up its trail
"We finally made it!" exclaimed both Jos
St Mary's peak
Rugged mountain lining the skyline
An overview of the peaks at Wilpena pound
A kangaroo for a pet?! How's that?!
Great wall of China
Heyson Walking trail
Look how warm we are as compared to Night 1!
Day 3: An early morning bike was recommended through the magnificent Parachilna gorge. After which, we travelled down the track to view the Yourambulla Art site, Kayaka Historic site, before stopping for a quick lunch at Quorn and then scaling Devil's Peak. We returned to Adelaide via the highway making a stop at Port Germian, which has the longest jetty in the Southern Hemisphere that is a kilometer long.
Sunrise peeking through the rugged terrain
Waiting for the flag-off!
Hitching for a ride
An apple a day keeps the doctor away and it quenches thirsty bikers too.
Group pic along dirt road at Parachilna
Showing off our powress at Kayaka site
On top of Devil's peak after scrambling over rocks!
Our expert hiker!
At Port Germian where I always wanted to go!
The longest jetty in the Southern Hemisphere!
Sunset at Port Germian
Port Pirie in the setting sun. Hi and bye!
Alrighty folks, I hope you enjoyed the trip as much as I did. After visiting the northern regions of SA, the only region that I wanna visit will be Mount Gambier which is located down south near the borders of Victoria.Till the next one!
Flinders ranges national park was proclaimed in 1972, measuring 94,908 hectares and is recognised as one of Australia's finest. Its rugged mountain scenary, peaceful tree-lined gorges and range of wildlife and flora, no wonder I was attracted to it!
Emu ran wild!
Day 1: Travelled out of Adelaide and headed north passing through Clare, Melrose and Mount Remarkable. After sitting on the bus for God knows how long, we prepared ourselves to walk into Alligator Gorge. After which, we attempted to catch the sunset while heading into Wilpena pound where the night was spent sleeping under the blanket of stars (P/s: I saw shooting stars!). Be warned! The night was freezing!
Before setting off
Alligator Gorge
Enthused hikers!
Blurry sunset (the bus was travelling at 110km/hr)
Very cold campers!
Warmth! Ahhhh...
Our swags for the night!
Day 2: This morning, we scaled Mount Olsen Bagge, which is 941m above sea level. While climbing, it offered magnificent views into Wilpena pound and surrounding rugged mountain scenaries. We then departed for Angorichina, stopping at Stokes Lookout and to catch a glimpse of the Great Wall of China. After arriving at Angorichina, one explored the many walking trails that it has to offer. Accomodation was bunk-house style.
Mount Olsen Bagge calling us in the distant
Climbing up its trail
"We finally made it!" exclaimed both Jos
St Mary's peak
Rugged mountain lining the skyline
An overview of the peaks at Wilpena pound
A kangaroo for a pet?! How's that?!
Great wall of China
Heyson Walking trail
Look how warm we are as compared to Night 1!
Day 3: An early morning bike was recommended through the magnificent Parachilna gorge. After which, we travelled down the track to view the Yourambulla Art site, Kayaka Historic site, before stopping for a quick lunch at Quorn and then scaling Devil's Peak. We returned to Adelaide via the highway making a stop at Port Germian, which has the longest jetty in the Southern Hemisphere that is a kilometer long.
Sunrise peeking through the rugged terrain
Waiting for the flag-off!
Hitching for a ride
An apple a day keeps the doctor away and it quenches thirsty bikers too.
Group pic along dirt road at Parachilna
Showing off our powress at Kayaka site
On top of Devil's peak after scrambling over rocks!
Our expert hiker!
At Port Germian where I always wanted to go!
The longest jetty in the Southern Hemisphere!
Sunset at Port Germian
Port Pirie in the setting sun. Hi and bye!
Alrighty folks, I hope you enjoyed the trip as much as I did. After visiting the northern regions of SA, the only region that I wanna visit will be Mount Gambier which is located down south near the borders of Victoria.Till the next one!
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Public Announcement
Joanna will be going on a short trip to Flinders Ranges from 18th August to 20th August 2006. Will update when I return
Sunday, August 13, 2006
What a week!
The past 1 week was a busy one for me. With 2 SSA (Singapore Students Association) events in one week, it is more than enough to kill anybody! (esp with a committee with about 5 hardworking members, no offense!). Nearly every night, an informal meeting was held in my room with Yzanne and Kar Hian becoming regular visitors!
Anyways, I am glad the 2 events are over, giving me time to finish up my assignments that are due 2 weeks later. For the benefit of those who may not know, Phoebe and I will be going on a short trip to Flinders Ranges, a backyard of South Australia. Flinders Ranges allow one to be able to enjoy outback life in Aussie style with lots of hiking and camping. I can't wait to go on this trip!! What's more, the trip is half-sponsored by my da jie as my 21st birthday prezzie! What more can I say for?? Anyways, I better get cracking and complete my case-studies and schema questions. Till the next post..Take care!
Anyways, I am glad the 2 events are over, giving me time to finish up my assignments that are due 2 weeks later. For the benefit of those who may not know, Phoebe and I will be going on a short trip to Flinders Ranges, a backyard of South Australia. Flinders Ranges allow one to be able to enjoy outback life in Aussie style with lots of hiking and camping. I can't wait to go on this trip!! What's more, the trip is half-sponsored by my da jie as my 21st birthday prezzie! What more can I say for?? Anyways, I better get cracking and complete my case-studies and schema questions. Till the next post..Take care!
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Confused and afraid
For those dear to me will be able to understand what a weakling I am when it comes to making decision about my life. As Kar Hian will say, "You very WEAK!"
I received some good news yesterday, depending on how others view it. Anyways, my lecturer announced that students doing the Bachelor course will be able to apply for honours next year. However, the criteria is purely based on a minimium GPA of 5 (highest GPA is 7) for year 3 subjects. As such, no matter how well you've performed for the last 2 years does not count (which is good cos I kinda screwed up last year!).
I've counted my semester 1's GPA and I'm abt a 5.33. I'm not sure whether I will be able to qualify for the programme considering the fact that they are alot of smarties in my course and yes, who ever said getting into these programmes are not competitive? I submitted my application today after a night's worth of consideration and advice from family and friends. Not hopeful that I will qualify. (No confidence lar!). Life is surely not a bed of roses but filled with thorns as well.
I have to agree what Phoebe say. We chose to come to Flinders because their programme gave us the opportunity to become a full-fledge dietitian when we graduate. Unlike the other unis that offer similiar nutrition & dietetics programme, students have to fight to get into the 4th year to become a dietitian. And whether or not we are successful in our application for the honours programme, it is just an added bonus because our ULITMATE AIM is to become a dietitian!
Lord, I just ask that this is part of the plan that you have for me. I pray and ask for your guidance. In His name, Amen.
I received some good news yesterday, depending on how others view it. Anyways, my lecturer announced that students doing the Bachelor course will be able to apply for honours next year. However, the criteria is purely based on a minimium GPA of 5 (highest GPA is 7) for year 3 subjects. As such, no matter how well you've performed for the last 2 years does not count (which is good cos I kinda screwed up last year!).
I've counted my semester 1's GPA and I'm abt a 5.33. I'm not sure whether I will be able to qualify for the programme considering the fact that they are alot of smarties in my course and yes, who ever said getting into these programmes are not competitive? I submitted my application today after a night's worth of consideration and advice from family and friends. Not hopeful that I will qualify. (No confidence lar!). Life is surely not a bed of roses but filled with thorns as well.
I have to agree what Phoebe say. We chose to come to Flinders because their programme gave us the opportunity to become a full-fledge dietitian when we graduate. Unlike the other unis that offer similiar nutrition & dietetics programme, students have to fight to get into the 4th year to become a dietitian. And whether or not we are successful in our application for the honours programme, it is just an added bonus because our ULITMATE AIM is to become a dietitian!
Lord, I just ask that this is part of the plan that you have for me. I pray and ask for your guidance. In His name, Amen.
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