It's been raining since last night. The weather is cool ..suitable for a non working Saturday. Am able to laze around the house doing NOTHING. Managed to read two chapters tis morning. However..am still puzzled over how much has actually entered da memory storage ? Need to perform some kind of defragmentations to discard the ever so many junks in it !
Ya...I need to take a break....yes..am getting reading to go out for lunch. My boy wants to have Jap food...so we're heading to Jusco. Prefer to come here coz more variety to choose from..and after makan...I need to buy some groceries as my kitchen had already shown a sign of "OUT OF STOCK" .
X'mas and CNY around the corner...need to get some new clothes for my boy. He had out grown his old clothes.....yes..need to get him a new set of uniform.
Shopping..Shopping...Shopping
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Exams...
I’ve just gotten home from exams...my 2nd paper @ Program Bersepadu Sekolah Sihat. This paper was slightly easier but I mixed-up my points and facts. All jumbled up. However...I think I can get at least a B for tis paper. HOPEFULLY.
Am mentally exhausted now. The jam on the bridge was swelling up as I was driving home. Perhaps a Thursday evening, many office workers decided to leave early.
Earlier I was pretty nervous as I was leading up to the exam hall. My frens ensured me that I would do fine but I wasn’t so sure.
It was frustrating that I couldn’t remember anything. I’ve always had a hard time studying for exams because I need to be in the right environment.
I can’t study at home because there are just too many distractions. I can’t study at my mum's place because it’s too quiet..(no young children around to create the screams..)
I need something with a little bit of background noise but not loud enough to be a distraction.
The best place for me was my desk at work in my library after school hours. The fan was on so there was enough noise. Once in a while, a few pupils would pop up knocking at my door seeking permission to read some thing.
Then birds would chirp by the window to keep me alert.
Usually, I managed to get a few chapters studied over here but not enough to make me feel confident that I would do well on the exam.
During the exams just now...., I skipped a few questions because I was trying to answer the question that I knew the answers well. That way, I can worry about the other questions later.
Within the first hour, I had already gone through the whole exam and answered all of the questions that I knew to be correct. After that, I simply went back and attempted to answer the remaining questions.
Part A was fairly easy if one has an idea which were basically a straight to the point questions (10 questions). I didn't know how to answer some of them but I think I managed to perform pretty well in this section.
However Part B and C were tougher as it involved synthesis and analysis type of questioning.
I attempted to read in between the lines to look for clues but to no avail. In the end, I just write whatever that came into my mind. The examiner would have a great time dishing out the points from my writings. hahaha ..am hoping to get some compassionate marks..!
After flipping back and forth the paper a few times, I managed to answer all the required question within the stipulated time of 3 hours.
I’m relieved that I’m all done with this paper but I still have another two to go next week @ Pendidikan Moral Tahun 2
Listening and Speaking and Teaching of Listening and Speaking
Hope to be able to read my modules over the weekends..!
Am mentally exhausted now. The jam on the bridge was swelling up as I was driving home. Perhaps a Thursday evening, many office workers decided to leave early.
Earlier I was pretty nervous as I was leading up to the exam hall. My frens ensured me that I would do fine but I wasn’t so sure.
It was frustrating that I couldn’t remember anything. I’ve always had a hard time studying for exams because I need to be in the right environment.
I can’t study at home because there are just too many distractions. I can’t study at my mum's place because it’s too quiet..(no young children around to create the screams..)
I need something with a little bit of background noise but not loud enough to be a distraction.
The best place for me was my desk at work in my library after school hours. The fan was on so there was enough noise. Once in a while, a few pupils would pop up knocking at my door seeking permission to read some thing.
Then birds would chirp by the window to keep me alert.
Usually, I managed to get a few chapters studied over here but not enough to make me feel confident that I would do well on the exam.
During the exams just now...., I skipped a few questions because I was trying to answer the question that I knew the answers well. That way, I can worry about the other questions later.
Within the first hour, I had already gone through the whole exam and answered all of the questions that I knew to be correct. After that, I simply went back and attempted to answer the remaining questions.
Part A was fairly easy if one has an idea which were basically a straight to the point questions (10 questions). I didn't know how to answer some of them but I think I managed to perform pretty well in this section.
However Part B and C were tougher as it involved synthesis and analysis type of questioning.
I attempted to read in between the lines to look for clues but to no avail. In the end, I just write whatever that came into my mind. The examiner would have a great time dishing out the points from my writings. hahaha ..am hoping to get some compassionate marks..!
After flipping back and forth the paper a few times, I managed to answer all the required question within the stipulated time of 3 hours.
I’m relieved that I’m all done with this paper but I still have another two to go next week @ Pendidikan Moral Tahun 2
Listening and Speaking and Teaching of Listening and Speaking
Hope to be able to read my modules over the weekends..!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Coffin Ritual
Do I really need to lie in a coffin to ward off back luck? Looks likely...
Yesterday's paper was tough. Whatever I studied...didn't come out..! Instead those topics which I ignored were abundance. I was actually using my prior knowledge and common sense in answering those questions. Hopefully..."compassionate marks" will be awarded for creative writing...haha..
I felt so damn exhausted last night. Never before has an exam taken so much out of me. I had 3 hours to complete the paper and i thought I would need the full three hours but after two hours, I was done. I was practically unable to answer most of them....
I couldn’t study during the days before because I was preoccupied with stuff so everything that I was reading wasn’t sticking. I had to read over everything that I’ve read over and again. I would spend hours on one chapter and have nothing memorized. It was frustrating that I couldn’t remember anything.
I'll be making an appointment for the 'coffin ritual' soon. ...with the hope that the rest of my papers would be "peanut"..if not any 'nuts' will do just fine. I haven't been studying religiously coz I'm unable to concentrate and perhaps my rustic brain is not efficient like those younger days. It can absorb a certain percentage of facts only.
My next paper will be on Thursday @ Program Bersepadu Sekolah Sihat. Lots of terms to remember. I opted for the mnemonic system to aid memory. Guess I'm exercising both parts of my brain.
No matter how hard I study..I can't seem to remember much !
I need some luck and I am heading to the 'coffin ritual'... hahahaha....lying on my bed cocoon underneath my blanket. The weather is inviting as it's raining outside..the temperature is just right for a good night sleep. Will wake up later..maybe 4am to study. Perhaps with a replenished energy, I could concentrate better.
Yesterday's paper was tough. Whatever I studied...didn't come out..! Instead those topics which I ignored were abundance. I was actually using my prior knowledge and common sense in answering those questions. Hopefully..."compassionate marks" will be awarded for creative writing...haha..
I felt so damn exhausted last night. Never before has an exam taken so much out of me. I had 3 hours to complete the paper and i thought I would need the full three hours but after two hours, I was done. I was practically unable to answer most of them....
I couldn’t study during the days before because I was preoccupied with stuff so everything that I was reading wasn’t sticking. I had to read over everything that I’ve read over and again. I would spend hours on one chapter and have nothing memorized. It was frustrating that I couldn’t remember anything.
I'll be making an appointment for the 'coffin ritual' soon. ...with the hope that the rest of my papers would be "peanut"..if not any 'nuts' will do just fine. I haven't been studying religiously coz I'm unable to concentrate and perhaps my rustic brain is not efficient like those younger days. It can absorb a certain percentage of facts only.
My next paper will be on Thursday @ Program Bersepadu Sekolah Sihat. Lots of terms to remember. I opted for the mnemonic system to aid memory. Guess I'm exercising both parts of my brain.
No matter how hard I study..I can't seem to remember much !
I need some luck and I am heading to the 'coffin ritual'... hahahaha....lying on my bed cocoon underneath my blanket. The weather is inviting as it's raining outside..the temperature is just right for a good night sleep. Will wake up later..maybe 4am to study. Perhaps with a replenished energy, I could concentrate better.
Monday, November 24, 2008
The Coffin
Woke up early today. Can't sleep...too worry.
I'll be going over to USM for my exams later today. I'll leave early to avoid traffic jams on the bridge. Today's my 1st paper ~ Language Description.
Can or cannot...I still have to face it.
Feel like going to Thailand to experience the much sought after 'coffin ritual' to ward off bad luck. Is it true that sleeping in a rectangular box would 'wash away' the bad lucks... ?
I think I would get claustrophobic if I really sleep in it like a dead person. I had never liken the sight of coffin ever since a child. I got this eerie feelings whenever I see one. And I am always scared to go near one except for my beloved dad's. The fear diminished when I lost my daddy.

So...if sleeping in a coffin would make me get thru all my exams with flying colours, I think I would still not do it. .....haha...Hey am I so superstitious !!!!
Looks like I'm too engrossed with my exams.....and am desperately seeking for an escapism. Wish me luck...will you ?
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Hour Glass

Everything changes as one gets older. The most apparent is the body….especially for women. Child bearing has taken a toll on our once svelte contour. The breasts sag. The buttocks droop. The stomach bulges. And the thighs thunder.
In order to reverse the clock, many opt to go plastic. Braving oneself to go under the knife. Seeking the professionals at beauty parlours. Visiting the gyms. Paying a hefty sums to the experts. Well…..that only if one have the extra cash !
For those who don’t…. Embark on a healthy diet….Perform exercises within one’s capacity and ability. It does help a lil bit.
I had a conversation with a few middle aged ladies the other day. They were complaining about their husbands’ infidelity. One of the reasons, their significant half strayed was due to their looks. The doubled size they gained as they aged. The once upon a time beautiful sexy body disappeared over the years. Now you could only see a jumbo… instead of a slender mousedeer.
If you're reading this post and want to give your views... feel free to leave your comments in this blog.
You guys strayed because your wives lost their beauty. She is not longer appealing to you. You lost your libido because she isn’t attractive enough to harden your stuff ? You need a younger woman to satisfied your needs. Is that so?
It is real disgusting to see old men parading on the streets with ladies half his age. The men with protruding belly, grayish top….hands in hands with a partner whom is young enough to call him daddy ! How disguisting…!!!!!!
Hey all husbands….remember the sacrifices your wives made. She has to endure a string of pregnancies to bear your off springs so that you could make your mother proud…carry down your family heir. This child bearing duty is the culprit that expanded her waistline. On top of that, she has to neglect her beauty regime to cater to the needs of your children, the household, her career…..All these has great impact of her.
Her breasts sag is because she milks your child.
Her tummy bulges is because she produces your offsprings.
Her wrinkles appear is because she worries about you and children.
Her eyes darken is because she barely sleeps to keep the household running.
Her weight increases because the household chores keeps her away from exercise.
Her hands roughen because she cleans after you.
Her down under loosen because you over-serviced her.
So Mr. Men, aren’t your feeling guilty for neglecting your other half ? Show some appreciations to the woman of your life. Without her, your suroundings would be full of junks. Your life would be topsy turvy.
Go and get her a bouquet of flowers today. This will definitely draw a smile on her face. And for yours truly, please get white lilies. I dislikes those thorny roses.
Another suggestion, perhaps you could also present her with a set of “her bestfriend”…come on you aren’t that naïve, don’t you? Women’s bestfriend also you don’t know ah..?
Alright, go to any search engine…type “Woman’s Bestfriend”, and see what’s the answer.
I’m sure you men do have your own view point on this matter…“Men from Mars, women from Venus” …give your responses in my comment column at the bottom of this page. Look out for the comment icon, click and write something..!
In order to reverse the clock, many opt to go plastic. Braving oneself to go under the knife. Seeking the professionals at beauty parlours. Visiting the gyms. Paying a hefty sums to the experts. Well…..that only if one have the extra cash !
For those who don’t…. Embark on a healthy diet….Perform exercises within one’s capacity and ability. It does help a lil bit.
I had a conversation with a few middle aged ladies the other day. They were complaining about their husbands’ infidelity. One of the reasons, their significant half strayed was due to their looks. The doubled size they gained as they aged. The once upon a time beautiful sexy body disappeared over the years. Now you could only see a jumbo… instead of a slender mousedeer.
If you're reading this post and want to give your views... feel free to leave your comments in this blog.
You guys strayed because your wives lost their beauty. She is not longer appealing to you. You lost your libido because she isn’t attractive enough to harden your stuff ? You need a younger woman to satisfied your needs. Is that so?
It is real disgusting to see old men parading on the streets with ladies half his age. The men with protruding belly, grayish top….hands in hands with a partner whom is young enough to call him daddy ! How disguisting…!!!!!!
Hey all husbands….remember the sacrifices your wives made. She has to endure a string of pregnancies to bear your off springs so that you could make your mother proud…carry down your family heir. This child bearing duty is the culprit that expanded her waistline. On top of that, she has to neglect her beauty regime to cater to the needs of your children, the household, her career…..All these has great impact of her.
Her breasts sag is because she milks your child.
Her tummy bulges is because she produces your offsprings.
Her wrinkles appear is because she worries about you and children.
Her eyes darken is because she barely sleeps to keep the household running.
Her weight increases because the household chores keeps her away from exercise.
Her hands roughen because she cleans after you.
Her down under loosen because you over-serviced her.
So Mr. Men, aren’t your feeling guilty for neglecting your other half ? Show some appreciations to the woman of your life. Without her, your suroundings would be full of junks. Your life would be topsy turvy.
Go and get her a bouquet of flowers today. This will definitely draw a smile on her face. And for yours truly, please get white lilies. I dislikes those thorny roses.
Another suggestion, perhaps you could also present her with a set of “her bestfriend”…come on you aren’t that naïve, don’t you? Women’s bestfriend also you don’t know ah..?
Alright, go to any search engine…type “Woman’s Bestfriend”, and see what’s the answer.
I’m sure you men do have your own view point on this matter…“Men from Mars, women from Venus” …give your responses in my comment column at the bottom of this page. Look out for the comment icon, click and write something..!
Friday, November 21, 2008
Sugar Daddy
A few days back, I came acrossed this "uncle" probably in his 60s ..judging from his balding top, overweight and wrinkled face. He was talking very loudly on his HP as if he was the only one existing. His saliva was like splashing all over his phone. Yucky...
What so big deal about this uncle?
Well...This old uncle was with a very, very young damsel. Damsel in distress or a gold digger..?She looked like foreigner..Vietnamese or Cambodian.
The uncle had just done some shopping with her as there were several shopping bags beside them. Wow...those items were branded stuff as shown by the bags.
I was having a meal with a friend at Black Canyon. And this uncle and his mate walked in. Perhaps they took decided to have some refreshments after their shopping spree.
What made me notice this uncle was his loud speaker voice. Guess, he's a businessman engaging in some business deal over the phone with his prospective client. He blurted lots of vulgar words in between the conversation....a real China Ah Pek. Disgusting.
Coming back to his young foreign dolly. This uncle must be buying her heart with lots of gifts. So many expensive gifts....who would want to reject a gold mine ? Of course, this uncle sure do have another agenda on his mine. He showered her with assortment of gifts with the hope of getting a favor from her. He would definitely wants her to 'service him' at the end of the day. U know, I know..needless me to elaborate.
Well, I'm trying to be nice and would not use the extreme words to describe this uncle. However, it is very obvious that the relationship is very very wrong. I can see from their body languages, they are not father and daughter nor boss and foreign worker or a husband and wife. The picture is clearly drawn that they are "curi-curi lovers". And very sure, this uncle has a wife and grown up children at home.
I heard whisper from a two ladies at the next table, "See la..."Old man with China doll..............Lau Heio..gatal !”
“Yalor, so disgusting. Twitching like that, must have taken overdose of veeagra liao".
Padan muka if get fake ones, lagi best if the nerves also gets damaged....if kena Aids .....ko ka ho..... hor ee chye si"
Hello Uncle....you need to stand before a full length mirror and look thoroughly at the reflection before you start to chase after skirts.
What would your family...wife and children think about your secret rendezvous?
What would your poor old wife feels when you sparingly spent all your savings on a young girl half your age. Do you know this word "Embarrassment" ?
My questions..
Look around. How many men past their expiry dates are hooking up with foreign women?
For these women, of course it is good that they leave their poverty stricken homeland and come here to make a living, irrespective how they earned it. It's a fortune, if they managed to hook a big arowana with their powerful bait.
For the old men, sure they enjoy their new found dollies, all thanks to the blue pill.
Meanwhile...I wonder, how many marriages are ruined by these imported dollies?
Is it okay for an old man to leave his old wife and find a "newly imported" girlfriend for sex?
And if you are the old wife, will you forgive such 'dirty donkey' back into your life when he was sucked dry by his foreign dollies?
What say you ?
What so big deal about this uncle?
Well...This old uncle was with a very, very young damsel. Damsel in distress or a gold digger..?She looked like foreigner..Vietnamese or Cambodian.
The uncle had just done some shopping with her as there were several shopping bags beside them. Wow...those items were branded stuff as shown by the bags.
I was having a meal with a friend at Black Canyon. And this uncle and his mate walked in. Perhaps they took decided to have some refreshments after their shopping spree.
What made me notice this uncle was his loud speaker voice. Guess, he's a businessman engaging in some business deal over the phone with his prospective client. He blurted lots of vulgar words in between the conversation....a real China Ah Pek. Disgusting.
Coming back to his young foreign dolly. This uncle must be buying her heart with lots of gifts. So many expensive gifts....who would want to reject a gold mine ? Of course, this uncle sure do have another agenda on his mine. He showered her with assortment of gifts with the hope of getting a favor from her. He would definitely wants her to 'service him' at the end of the day. U know, I know..needless me to elaborate.
Well, I'm trying to be nice and would not use the extreme words to describe this uncle. However, it is very obvious that the relationship is very very wrong. I can see from their body languages, they are not father and daughter nor boss and foreign worker or a husband and wife. The picture is clearly drawn that they are "curi-curi lovers". And very sure, this uncle has a wife and grown up children at home.
I heard whisper from a two ladies at the next table, "See la..."Old man with China doll..............Lau Heio..gatal !”
“Yalor, so disgusting. Twitching like that, must have taken overdose of veeagra liao".
Padan muka if get fake ones, lagi best if the nerves also gets damaged....if kena Aids .....ko ka ho..... hor ee chye si"
Hello Uncle....you need to stand before a full length mirror and look thoroughly at the reflection before you start to chase after skirts.
What would your family...wife and children think about your secret rendezvous?
What would your poor old wife feels when you sparingly spent all your savings on a young girl half your age. Do you know this word "Embarrassment" ?
My questions..
Look around. How many men past their expiry dates are hooking up with foreign women?
For these women, of course it is good that they leave their poverty stricken homeland and come here to make a living, irrespective how they earned it. It's a fortune, if they managed to hook a big arowana with their powerful bait.
For the old men, sure they enjoy their new found dollies, all thanks to the blue pill.
Meanwhile...I wonder, how many marriages are ruined by these imported dollies?
Is it okay for an old man to leave his old wife and find a "newly imported" girlfriend for sex?
And if you are the old wife, will you forgive such 'dirty donkey' back into your life when he was sucked dry by his foreign dollies?
What say you ?
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Stressed Damsels In Distress
A fox saw a crow flying off with a piece of meat in it's beak and settled on a tree branch.
"That's for me, for I am the mighty Fox",he quipped.
"Good day, Miss Pretty Crow", he cried.
"How well you are looking today…..your feathers so glossy…..your eyes sparkle !
I feel sure your voice must surpass that of other birds,
just as your figure does.
Let me hear but one song from you
that I may greet you as the Queen of Birds".
The Crow lifted up her head and began to caw her best but the moment she opened her mouth the piece of meat fell to the ground….only to be snapped by the cunning Fox.
"That will do," said he.
"That was all I wanted".
In exchange for your meat I will give you a piece of advice for the future.
"Do not trust flatterers".
All women should take note the moral of this story.
Most recently, many ladies were reported to be conned by men. Some were blackmailed by their so caled male partners ~ nude pics. These women were blinded by the gentlemen gestures.....unaware of their intentions. "Ada udang sebalik batu"
Quote a newspaper report few days ago, "a forty something lady manager was conned RM7K by her cyber casanova ! Believing that he really loved her and their relationship was real...she banked in cash into his account !"
A true example of damsels in distress.
Nowadays, it's hard to find genuine love.
The chances and possibilities of befriending decent guys are pretty slim for single women esp for those in their "advanced age".
As the good guys are either taken or perhaps in heaven now. haha
What say you ?
"That's for me, for I am the mighty Fox",he quipped.
"Good day, Miss Pretty Crow", he cried.
"How well you are looking today…..your feathers so glossy…..your eyes sparkle !
I feel sure your voice must surpass that of other birds,
just as your figure does.
Let me hear but one song from you
that I may greet you as the Queen of Birds".
The Crow lifted up her head and began to caw her best but the moment she opened her mouth the piece of meat fell to the ground….only to be snapped by the cunning Fox.
"That will do," said he.
"That was all I wanted".
In exchange for your meat I will give you a piece of advice for the future.
"Do not trust flatterers".
All women should take note the moral of this story.
Most recently, many ladies were reported to be conned by men. Some were blackmailed by their so caled male partners ~ nude pics. These women were blinded by the gentlemen gestures.....unaware of their intentions. "Ada udang sebalik batu"
Quote a newspaper report few days ago, "a forty something lady manager was conned RM7K by her cyber casanova ! Believing that he really loved her and their relationship was real...she banked in cash into his account !"
A true example of damsels in distress.
Nowadays, it's hard to find genuine love.
The chances and possibilities of befriending decent guys are pretty slim for single women esp for those in their "advanced age".
As the good guys are either taken or perhaps in heaven now. haha
What say you ?
Monday, November 17, 2008
Exams around the corner
Still have one more week left before I sit for my semester final exam. Haven't been studying much, coz year end lots of work in school. So many reports to summit. Moreover, the past one month, I had been concentrating on my assignments. Hoping to get good grades this sem, to increase my CGPA. Ann Boleh spirit.
This sem, will be taking these papers.
24th Nov ~ Language Description
27th Nov ~ Program Bersepadu Sekolah Sihat
2nd Dec ~ Pendidikan Moral Tahun 2
5th Dec ~ Listening and Speaking and Teaching of L/S
Luckily, I have a couple of days in between those papers, at least I could catch up on some readings. Meanwhile, the postings in my blog will be temporary interupted...no smooth flow. However, it depends on my mood and inspirations to write.
Wish me luck...and pray for my success.
This sem, will be taking these papers.
24th Nov ~ Language Description
27th Nov ~ Program Bersepadu Sekolah Sihat
2nd Dec ~ Pendidikan Moral Tahun 2
5th Dec ~ Listening and Speaking and Teaching of L/S
Luckily, I have a couple of days in between those papers, at least I could catch up on some readings. Meanwhile, the postings in my blog will be temporary interupted...no smooth flow. However, it depends on my mood and inspirations to write.
Wish me luck...and pray for my success.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Viagra for brain
Exams just a couple of days away but I'm still doing nothing about it. Can't concentrate at all. perhaps, I'm both physically and mentally dehydrated ! Totally burnt out. Mind was dog-tired but unable to enjoy a good night sleep. Neither suffering suffering from insomnia nor over indulgence of caffeine.
Don't know why...maybe too stressed. Oh gosh...what should I do?
Tonight, I'm practically brain dead and I could feel my body weakening. Could all of that stress be the cause of this ?
I think I should take a proper rest now (best to ignore everything). Tomorrow still have to attend my last tutorial. Another boring day....as usual my lecturers would be babbling in front and I would be day dreaming behind.
So now,I am sitting here, writing, thinking of things to relieve myself. Any good stress relievers?Got any remedy to relieve stress ah ? Perhaps blogging could help a lil.
Can someone please recommend "Veegra" for strong powerful brain....so that I can absorb everything that I studied....
Don't know why...maybe too stressed. Oh gosh...what should I do?
Tonight, I'm practically brain dead and I could feel my body weakening. Could all of that stress be the cause of this ?
I think I should take a proper rest now (best to ignore everything). Tomorrow still have to attend my last tutorial. Another boring day....as usual my lecturers would be babbling in front and I would be day dreaming behind.
So now,I am sitting here, writing, thinking of things to relieve myself. Any good stress relievers?Got any remedy to relieve stress ah ? Perhaps blogging could help a lil.
Can someone please recommend "Veegra" for strong powerful brain....so that I can absorb everything that I studied....

Friday, November 14, 2008
Contributions
Judging from the rate of my posting, you can say that I haven’t been blogging as often as I used to. Surely there is no lack of motivation nor ideas…but simply lack of time. "Time ain't enough". I was so tied up with my studies esp my assignments that I hardly have time to log into my blog.

As today 14th November is the last day of school for 2008, let me share a lil bit about my job. Not teaching though.... but my contributions to my present school. You see as a Library teacher, I teach less but concentrate more on the administrative of the school resource centre. In malay, it's Guru Perpustakaan dan Media. This is a new post introduced by the Ministry. I was officially appointed in 2005.
Back to my school punya cerita.....
I am the one of the pioneer teachers (at that time only 15 of us including my headmistress and 3 senior assistants) in my current school which was opened in 2002. All of us started from scratch. A new school with bare building, empty classrooms and bald field. The furnitures started to arrive as soon as school commences in January that year. Too bad, I didn't take any photos then...or else I could post them here so that we can make some comparisons.
I was in charged of the school Resource Centre..aka Library. It was a huge hall situated on the 2nd floor of Block B. The size is equivalent to 4 classrooms. Imagine how big it is..? It was completely bare when I first step into this building. Nothing except the windows, doors and air conds.
I was telling myself.."Oh gosh..how am I going to set up this library. I have no experience what-so-ever in this field ! First timer..!"
And that was history.... And today..after 7 years of hardwork...my school Library looked like this. All because of Ann's punya effort...la. Give some due credits to me...will you? Of course..there's still rooms for improvement. Thus far, I'm proud of my job. I'll let the pictures do the talking.
Wanna comment anything..?
"Happy holidays."
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Blessed
My ex classmates are a group of successful people....in terms of career and educational backgrounds. I've got in touch with them only recently where we got to link to one another thru online facility. I have seen them a couple of times for lunches and dinners.
Initially, I felt that I wasn't really belonged in this social circle and my feelings of not belonging were strong. Many of these friends come from generations of money. Most of them are successful in their respective fields. I can't help but feel ashamed about my level of education. Even though, my friends never compare our backgrounds but I was still feeling left out.
They all have great educations and have had fond memories of university be it locally or abroad. Most of them are over-achievers and really have their acts together. Most of them have bachelor's degrees, masters and are in a good income bracket.
Yes, I admit that I did have insecurities and some low self esteem.
But I no longer have that kind of feelings now. I won't refrain from socializing with them as I do have a lot of fun with them and they are very nice and I do believe they like me. Although, we are different in terms of educational backgrounds but we could get along pretty well. We have similar wave length and chemistry.
Well....I am proud of my job. Noble job. As a matter of fact, I'm nurturing the future generations. And I'll be getting my degree soon and perhaps a master in the near future...(haha). Therefore, I shouldn't have looked down on my ability as well as capability.
Quote.."Material possessions don't bring happiness".
Oh, well.... there is quite a lot of evidence indicating that, sure enough, money doesn't buy happiness -- or at least the rich are happier than you and I but not very much so.
I quote this..
Some researchers said, "when one is carefully control for other things, more money actually does not make people a bit happier". Being married is far more important than being rich; having a job is much more important than how much the job pays.
Initially, I felt that I wasn't really belonged in this social circle and my feelings of not belonging were strong. Many of these friends come from generations of money. Most of them are successful in their respective fields. I can't help but feel ashamed about my level of education. Even though, my friends never compare our backgrounds but I was still feeling left out.
They all have great educations and have had fond memories of university be it locally or abroad. Most of them are over-achievers and really have their acts together. Most of them have bachelor's degrees, masters and are in a good income bracket.
Yes, I admit that I did have insecurities and some low self esteem.
But I no longer have that kind of feelings now. I won't refrain from socializing with them as I do have a lot of fun with them and they are very nice and I do believe they like me. Although, we are different in terms of educational backgrounds but we could get along pretty well. We have similar wave length and chemistry.
Well....I am proud of my job. Noble job. As a matter of fact, I'm nurturing the future generations. And I'll be getting my degree soon and perhaps a master in the near future...(haha). Therefore, I shouldn't have looked down on my ability as well as capability.
Quote.."Material possessions don't bring happiness".
Oh, well.... there is quite a lot of evidence indicating that, sure enough, money doesn't buy happiness -- or at least the rich are happier than you and I but not very much so.
I quote this..
Some researchers said, "when one is carefully control for other things, more money actually does not make people a bit happier". Being married is far more important than being rich; having a job is much more important than how much the job pays.
Now..I feel blessed that I have a loving son, caring family, decent job which provide me with comfortable living and most importantly a healthy body.
What else could I ask more..?Wednesday, November 12, 2008
First Blogging Anniversary
Today is the 1st anniversary of annlim07@blogspot.com. Yup..I managed to keep this blog kicking although initially it started out as a play-play thing. Honestly, I didn't expect that I could maintain this blog for this long as basically I am not a keen blogger. I am not a good writer either. I don't think I have much to write or tell..!
Anway..I manage to hit the 1st year...and hopefully..I can keep up the blogging job. It was fun to be able to pour out my feelings here. A punching bag of kind. I have learnt a few things after joining the blogs world. One thing for sure..creating a post aren't easy. Although they are not easy but they can be extremely rewarding.
I want to utter a massive thanks to everyone for reading and commenting on my blog. It has been great to post and at the same time receiving your feedbacks over this one year.
Thank you.
Anway..I manage to hit the 1st year...and hopefully..I can keep up the blogging job. It was fun to be able to pour out my feelings here. A punching bag of kind. I have learnt a few things after joining the blogs world. One thing for sure..creating a post aren't easy. Although they are not easy but they can be extremely rewarding.
I want to utter a massive thanks to everyone for reading and commenting on my blog. It has been great to post and at the same time receiving your feedbacks over this one year.
Thank you.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Desire
I started out late but that doesn't mean I am a slow learner.. coz eventually I will catch up with my buddies. Ya....
Basically, I'm not someone whom is academically inclined. I was a slow learner during my sch days. Every child or student has a button switch that need to be trigger before he or she could move forward. Mine was very much hidden until my late 30s...where it was switched on .......when I woke up one morning and decided to go for a change. I want to further my studies. I want to get a degree. I want to upgrade myself to another scale...and don't wish to end up in my present position.
With that burning desire, I placed my application for a distance learning prog. To my suprised, I got a place at OUM, a joint ventured with Ministry Of Education.
Thus far, I hv already completed 3 semesters.....and will be graduating in 2011. Still a long way but I'm adamant that I will pull thru it.
Am I still suffering from inferiority complex like a few days ago..? I guess NOT.
Basically, I'm not someone whom is academically inclined. I was a slow learner during my sch days. Every child or student has a button switch that need to be trigger before he or she could move forward. Mine was very much hidden until my late 30s...where it was switched on .......when I woke up one morning and decided to go for a change. I want to further my studies. I want to get a degree. I want to upgrade myself to another scale...and don't wish to end up in my present position.
With that burning desire, I placed my application for a distance learning prog. To my suprised, I got a place at OUM, a joint ventured with Ministry Of Education.
Thus far, I hv already completed 3 semesters.....and will be graduating in 2011. Still a long way but I'm adamant that I will pull thru it.
Am I still suffering from inferiority complex like a few days ago..? I guess NOT.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
I.C Syndrome
Inferiority Complex syndrome...hmmmm ! Yup...I seemed to be suffering from it immensely.
Inferiority complex is implanted in me..... filled with insecurities where I constantly bring myself down. I always view myself as inferior and others as superior.
Guess I need to emancipate myself from this "mental slavery"...! Need to overcome it.
The recent reunion was a bit hard for me to swallow. I was overwhelmed with self conscious. Many of my friends are successful in their choice of careers..I can say all of them. I felt rather small compared to them...
Most of my buddies had graduated at 23-24 but I'm just starting to get one at 36..!
There's nothing more depressing than thinking they're already off at their careers ..climbing up the corporate ladders.....almost reaching the peaks....while I'm stuck here with my teaching job.... I feel inferior.
Well..it takes some guts to write what I just blogged about. But I'm blurting it out here....straight from my heart. Am I suffering from inferiority complex..?
Inferiority complex is implanted in me..... filled with insecurities where I constantly bring myself down. I always view myself as inferior and others as superior.
Guess I need to emancipate myself from this "mental slavery"...! Need to overcome it.
The recent reunion was a bit hard for me to swallow. I was overwhelmed with self conscious. Many of my friends are successful in their choice of careers..I can say all of them. I felt rather small compared to them...
Most of my buddies had graduated at 23-24 but I'm just starting to get one at 36..!
There's nothing more depressing than thinking they're already off at their careers ..climbing up the corporate ladders.....almost reaching the peaks....while I'm stuck here with my teaching job.... I feel inferior.
Well..it takes some guts to write what I just blogged about. But I'm blurting it out here....straight from my heart. Am I suffering from inferiority complex..?
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Reunion
An eagle flew down and caught a sheep with it’s majestic claws and flew away.
A crow was watching with amazement.
“What a brave bird with great strength! I think I can also do what the eagle just did”, thought the crow.
Therefore, it flew to a group of sheep. He tried to grab a sheep but failed. The cries of the sheep attracted the shepherd. The shepherd caught him instead.
He was placed in a cage. He was sad because he could not fly freely like his peers now. The crow regretted doing something which was beyond his ability.
The crow did not realize that he was much smaller and weaker than the eagle.
Moral of the story…..“Do something which is within your means.”
Another story...
I attended a reunion date of sort with my former schoolmates recently. We have lost touch with each other for almost 20 years. We went separate ways to pursue our dreams and career after SPM in 1988. Yup….20 years already. Time flies.
Though it was great to be able to meet my “Lau Peng Yew” but I felt a lil embarrass and small….as I noticed many of my friends hold important and high positions in their respective jobs. There are two doctor, several engineers, bankers, managers, lecturers…..and I’m just an ordinary school teacher. Some were based in overseas like UK, Australia, China and Kuala Lumpur. And me…still remained in a small township called Butterworth. The furthest over~the~sea that I go is “Pulau Pinang”. What a contrast..!
My friends are mostly graduates with MBAs or at least a degree. Meanwhile I’m still struggling with my FIRST degree at the ripe ol age of 36. Perhaps, I was suffering from low self esteem..huh.!
Low self esteem…was I ?
Back to the Crow story. Years ago, I was unable to further my studies due to the many constrains..(financial, opportunity, commitment…etc). Therefore, it’s not too late for me to do it now even though I’m at such advance age. As a mature student, probably I have the advantages over my peers, whereby I’m able to apply theories with my experiences.
Therefore… it’s still correct for me to say ……..“Do something which is within your means.” . I don’t wanna be like the poor crow.
We emerged from the same school…the similar level then. Right after our SPM, we ventured out to further our studies with some to Form 6, Pre U, Colleges,….and handful started working. But now you see the vast differences…most of them turned out to be successful and prominent figures. Some are more successful than the others.
Career wise…I can say that all are successful including yours truly la. No bad what holding a noble job like teaching. (self proclaimed…..pacifying myself a lil bit la.)
Some are happily married, while others were once upon a time happily married. A few choose to remain solo. Some with kids in tow, some still childless, some decided not to have any (to avoid responsibilities and headache). No comment on this. Everyone has their rights to decide what is good for them.
During the meeting, all of us were happy to be able to get in touch after such a long break. 20 years…macam macam can happened !
You could see the happiness in us when we embraced each other. The surprised looks…the wah……oh……woooo…..just like the sweet 17 we were once like..!
We still looked the same except the extra pounds we gained over the years due to childbirth and age. And also the extra lines on our forehead as we matured. Other than that…..we’re still the young energetic 17 year old.
All of us parted with a vow that night. We promised to keep in touch with each other. Gatherings like this would definitely be an annual affair.
A crow was watching with amazement.
“What a brave bird with great strength! I think I can also do what the eagle just did”, thought the crow.
Therefore, it flew to a group of sheep. He tried to grab a sheep but failed. The cries of the sheep attracted the shepherd. The shepherd caught him instead.
He was placed in a cage. He was sad because he could not fly freely like his peers now. The crow regretted doing something which was beyond his ability.
The crow did not realize that he was much smaller and weaker than the eagle.
Moral of the story…..“Do something which is within your means.”
Another story...
I attended a reunion date of sort with my former schoolmates recently. We have lost touch with each other for almost 20 years. We went separate ways to pursue our dreams and career after SPM in 1988. Yup….20 years already. Time flies.
Though it was great to be able to meet my “Lau Peng Yew” but I felt a lil embarrass and small….as I noticed many of my friends hold important and high positions in their respective jobs. There are two doctor, several engineers, bankers, managers, lecturers…..and I’m just an ordinary school teacher. Some were based in overseas like UK, Australia, China and Kuala Lumpur. And me…still remained in a small township called Butterworth. The furthest over~the~sea that I go is “Pulau Pinang”. What a contrast..!
My friends are mostly graduates with MBAs or at least a degree. Meanwhile I’m still struggling with my FIRST degree at the ripe ol age of 36. Perhaps, I was suffering from low self esteem..huh.!
Low self esteem…was I ?
Back to the Crow story. Years ago, I was unable to further my studies due to the many constrains..(financial, opportunity, commitment…etc). Therefore, it’s not too late for me to do it now even though I’m at such advance age. As a mature student, probably I have the advantages over my peers, whereby I’m able to apply theories with my experiences.
Therefore… it’s still correct for me to say ……..“Do something which is within your means.” . I don’t wanna be like the poor crow.
We emerged from the same school…the similar level then. Right after our SPM, we ventured out to further our studies with some to Form 6, Pre U, Colleges,….and handful started working. But now you see the vast differences…most of them turned out to be successful and prominent figures. Some are more successful than the others.
Career wise…I can say that all are successful including yours truly la. No bad what holding a noble job like teaching. (self proclaimed…..pacifying myself a lil bit la.)
Some are happily married, while others were once upon a time happily married. A few choose to remain solo. Some with kids in tow, some still childless, some decided not to have any (to avoid responsibilities and headache). No comment on this. Everyone has their rights to decide what is good for them.
During the meeting, all of us were happy to be able to get in touch after such a long break. 20 years…macam macam can happened !
You could see the happiness in us when we embraced each other. The surprised looks…the wah……oh……woooo…..just like the sweet 17 we were once like..!
We still looked the same except the extra pounds we gained over the years due to childbirth and age. And also the extra lines on our forehead as we matured. Other than that…..we’re still the young energetic 17 year old.
All of us parted with a vow that night. We promised to keep in touch with each other. Gatherings like this would definitely be an annual affair.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Sore Throat Gone
Sore Throat finally gone.....I'd had a sore throat for the past few days or so. Normally all I have to do is increase my water intake, suck on a lozenge and try to get extra sleep and that does the trick.
The sores hurt like crazy when I tried to speak. It was severe on Sunday...when I was attending my tutorial.
Anyway, it was almost gone yesterday and today I truly feel free. Hooray! So glad to be done with that! Oh, I forgot, I also tried gargling with salt in water which ended up being too spicy for me but I also put some salt in my can of coke.... which did seem to have a positive effect.
Now..I'm all hale and healthy. I managed to emerge from laryngitis unscathed..! I lost my sexy voice...
This will be my last post on sore throat.
I have this info to share.
When body is under stress, one need more Vitamin C than usual. A glass of orange juice will provide the extra supply. Dehydration is a nother source of stress~drink plenty of water throughout the day... ...yes plain water ; not caffeine ! Exercising actually burns up stress chemical accumulating in the body. After the vigorous activity, the body feels more relaxed and energetic.
The sores hurt like crazy when I tried to speak. It was severe on Sunday...when I was attending my tutorial.
Anyway, it was almost gone yesterday and today I truly feel free. Hooray! So glad to be done with that! Oh, I forgot, I also tried gargling with salt in water which ended up being too spicy for me but I also put some salt in my can of coke.... which did seem to have a positive effect.
Now..I'm all hale and healthy. I managed to emerge from laryngitis unscathed..! I lost my sexy voice...
This will be my last post on sore throat.
I have this info to share.
When body is under stress, one need more Vitamin C than usual. A glass of orange juice will provide the extra supply. Dehydration is a nother source of stress~drink plenty of water throughout the day... ...yes plain water ; not caffeine ! Exercising actually burns up stress chemical accumulating in the body. After the vigorous activity, the body feels more relaxed and energetic.
Monday, November 3, 2008
The Voice
My voice is hoarse after a bout with sore throat and I kinda like it as it sounded so sexy. Husky voice…wow very sexy..! Yesterday was bad…my voice was so scratchy. And of course the terrible pain I had to endure....due to soreness in my inner throat. Each time, I utter a word, the ulcers were obstructing my voice.. and causes the pain.
So I kept swallowing litres of water the entire day and practically ate nothing solid. My voice recovered after a complete rest today. As today is a holiday, I slept throughout the day…long hours. After preparing lunch and settled my boy off to school. I hibernated in my room.... like the polars in winter.....oblivious to my surroundings!
If not for my tuition, I would have resumed my sleep till the next morning. No..la…too much sleep tends to make me dizzy. I was up and awake by late evening to prepare dinner. Due to my poor appetite, I made two simple dish. Though my boy is a picky but he seems to cooperate at this time..when his mummy is sick ! He's indeed an obedient child. Mummy sayang you..muaaahhhh !
My voice is at the recovery stage. I talk less during my tuition class just now. One of my student even commented on my hoarse voice. She said I sounded like the late Anita Mui. Wow… “Ann Mui”..the soprano ! Thanks to my laryngitis, I’ve gotten such soothy vocal cords minus the high C..... Hahaha.
The truth is… I hardly spoken much today. It’s still painful to talk. Ouch..my throat !
A big fish will not get into trouble if it keeps it's big mouth shut...ya..I wouldn't feel the pain if I don't talk. Great...
So I kept swallowing litres of water the entire day and practically ate nothing solid. My voice recovered after a complete rest today. As today is a holiday, I slept throughout the day…long hours. After preparing lunch and settled my boy off to school. I hibernated in my room.... like the polars in winter.....oblivious to my surroundings!
If not for my tuition, I would have resumed my sleep till the next morning. No..la…too much sleep tends to make me dizzy. I was up and awake by late evening to prepare dinner. Due to my poor appetite, I made two simple dish. Though my boy is a picky but he seems to cooperate at this time..when his mummy is sick ! He's indeed an obedient child. Mummy sayang you..muaaahhhh !
My voice is at the recovery stage. I talk less during my tuition class just now. One of my student even commented on my hoarse voice. She said I sounded like the late Anita Mui. Wow… “Ann Mui”..the soprano ! Thanks to my laryngitis, I’ve gotten such soothy vocal cords minus the high C..... Hahaha.
The truth is… I hardly spoken much today. It’s still painful to talk. Ouch..my throat !
A big fish will not get into trouble if it keeps it's big mouth shut...ya..I wouldn't feel the pain if I don't talk. Great...
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Nursing a terrible sore throat
Sigh..!! Yesterday, I felt so sick due to sore throat. Dizzy due to headache. Though not well, I still have to go back to school. Saturday...? Yup. My school organized a "Familython" to build up our PIBG fund. I was in charged of language games- "Charade". A sign language game. Ya...what a coincidence huh..I was suffering from sore-throat and I dealt with sign language game. haha. This activity was planned months before....and now I lost my voice. Luckily, I had a few colleagues helping me.
Today @ I had to attend my uni tutorial the entire day...4 slots of 2 hours each.
8.00 am -5.30pm. This week is my 4th tutorial. Hand over my assignments to my lecturers.
Felt so drowsy in class. Unable to concentrate as I wasn't feeling well.
I didnt really pay much attention during lectures.... ZZZ !
Couldn't catch what the lecturers said.....!
No mood...! No energy ! So sick.
Need to sleep....
Tomorrow, is an off day. (replacement of Familython). I will probably sleep like a log thru out the day. Hopefully to be fully charge after a good rest.
Good night.
Today @ I had to attend my uni tutorial the entire day...4 slots of 2 hours each.
8.00 am -5.30pm. This week is my 4th tutorial. Hand over my assignments to my lecturers.
Felt so drowsy in class. Unable to concentrate as I wasn't feeling well.
I didnt really pay much attention during lectures.... ZZZ !
Couldn't catch what the lecturers said.....!
No mood...! No energy ! So sick.
Need to sleep....
Tomorrow, is an off day. (replacement of Familython). I will probably sleep like a log thru out the day. Hopefully to be fully charge after a good rest.
Good night.
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