31st March 2010

31.3! The Party To Be, At Butter Factory!

To celebrate the end of March, and welcome the month of April, I called out some friends to attend a party at Butter Factory. We went there early to avoid a long queue. But still we ended up queuing. =\

The music in the club wasn't too bad, and the club wasn't really packed to full-house. After some rounds of drinking games, some photos and a lot of laughter, we were ready to turn on the groove on the dance floor.

I'll let the photos speak for the fun moments.

More to come soon!

30th March 2010

How Come...

Every now and then, two questions about me will find it's way out of people's minds and into my ears.

Question #1: How come you don't have a girlfriend?

Question #2: How come you are bald?

Let me address this one by one, for the benefit of new friends and friends who are dying to ask me these questions but either have forgotten about it or are just too shy to say it.

For Question#1, the general impression by others is that I am too picky. They see that I have no lack of female companions who are single and available. Yet it puzzles them as to why I don't just 'pick one and settle down'. There is some truth in their impression. I am kind of picky as to who my partner will be. Let me share why.

I don't know where I stand in the issue of love at first sight, for I have yet to encounter that moment where the appearance of someone takes my breath away and leaves my heart thumping fast. I do know that the eyes can deceive and that there is more to a person than just looks. Thus I follow my heart in my search for the One.

My life experiences have made my heart a little phobic, a little hardened and a lot wiser. I no longer recklessly jump into relationships just because I feel lonely, nor do I fall for the girl that raise my interest up a notch. Yet the heart yearns for it's missing half, and finds itself looking out for that which will fulfill the emptiness. But how to identify the One?

I came to realize that I take some time to identify and consider a potential partner. Like a fervent researcher on the brink of a great discovery, I would be observing any potential partner with both heart and mind. This may appear like I'm trying to rationalize my choice thru critical analysis and logical deduction. Yet Love itself is often irrational and beyond logic. Hence my emotions will be involved in the equation, and so I will also search my feelings and see if it is meant to be.

In general, I would want to know a lady first and then see how we develop from there. This approach takes a bit of time. And I have taken my time. The One is worth the wait. For her, I have to be picky, because I am not going to settle down for someone just because she is available. I want to be with someone because we are meant to complete each other.

For Question#2, I have many ways of answering that. In no particular order, I am bald because:

- I use my brain so much that it pushed all my hair out of my head to maximize space.

- With a shiny top, people will always think that I'm bright.

- So that people can have a reason to wear shades when I'm in the room.

- I'm told it's good to keep a cool head at all times.

- To cut down on my bathing time.

- This way I can be aerodynamic whenever I go jogging or do speed-climbing.

- I'm the Moon's stand-in on it's off-days.

So there you have it. My answers to two popular questions about me. =)

29th March 2010

'Youth In Revolt' Synopsis

A teenage boy named Nick Twisp meets the girl of his dreams while on a family vacation and has to turn his life and the lives of all those around him upside down in order to be with her.

'Youth In Revolt' Review

This movie is a nice coming of age story that shows that one would do anything for love and how love conquers all. Through-out the show you will feel for the main character and relate and understand his actions or why he did it. The portrayal of an alter-ego of Nick shows that love can bring the best and worst in us but in this show it also offers some comic relief. Overall this is an enjoyable show. If you're looking to reminisce the days of first love and feel good about it, this is the show to watch.

27th March 2010

Change And Attitude

Gilly and I were catching up over msn chat and touched upon the topic of change and attitude. 

We both agreed that change is constant in life. Even when one had decided that there is nothing more that he or she wants from life, it doesn't mean life would come to a standstill. Everything is ever-changing. Almost nothing remains the same.

There are changes that are beyond our control. These changes cause us to adapt to it. A simple example would be if it starts to rain. Then we are forced to make changes like bring an umbrella along, take a longer walking route that ensures shelter, change the timing of our appointment, amend our day plans and so on. Such changes may not be something that we want to do, but we have to do it because it rained. Because a change was made beyond our control.

And there are changes that are within a certain level of control. That includes our attitude.

As the saying goes, the right attitude goes a long way. But what constitutes the right attitude?

Is it positivity?

Or perseverance where you never say die?

Could it be having the resolve to see things thru to the end?

Or being constructive towards one's own weakness?

It seems that it is hard to determine exactly what is the right attitude, because there are endless scenarios and circumstances that call for different kinds of attitude. As a general guideline, the right attitude is a culmination of the above and more, and is about doing things right and doing the right things. Easy, right?

It sounds easy. But human nature is such that for many, when faced with overwhelming odds or pit against a daunting task or opponent, the spirits may start to falter or the grounds would start to shake. How can one prevent this from happening? How can one strenghten's one's spirit, determination, resolve?

It may surprise you, but all it takes is practice. Just like how you brush your teeth every day, or how you get up at a certain time to go to work, or how you cook your egg to the way you like it, or how you walk from your home to the train station. All it takes, for the right attitude to come about naturally, is practice.

It starts from the time you wake up. Wake up, tell yourself the day has started and it will be great. Such simple statements, done daily, will reinforce the attitude of positivity. Then when you tell yourself you can handle the challenges that will come your way, you steel your mind and body against the anything that is thrown to you. Thereafter, when you say that you will see things to the end, you strengthen your perseverance. Thus, as I have illustrated, by making statements and putting your belief in it and doing it everyday, you've created the right attitude that, out of practice, will come natural to you.

Sounds easy, right?

26th March 2010

Same Story, Different Version

Recently it was reported in the local newspapers that the body of a naked woman was found in the pool of a bungalow in Sentosa Cove.

As commonplace in cyberspace, the story was repeatedly reported all over the world on other websites.

Strangely, a totally different version was reported. Check out this different version and see if you can spot the difference.

I know some times mistakes are made in reporting news but the mistakes here really leaves one... speechless.

Seek...

One of my favourite phrases is 'Seek and you shall find; Ask and you shall receive'.

I can't exactly remember how I got this in my mind but it has gotten stuck in it since.

Well yesterday I told myself that I am the uninspired seeking and desiring inspiration.

Soon after I got some inspiration from two of my friends, Junliang and Kirsten.

Kirsten reminded me that the amount of time that I have is the same as everyone else. The difference is how I make use of it. She told me that I just need to organize my time.

When she said that, it reminded me of a phrase that I used to put on my email signature. The phrase was mentioned by Gandalf in the Return Of The King. He said, 'All you have to decide... is what to do... with the time given to you'.

We have all the time in the world. We just have to decide what to make do with it.

Junliang reminded me of my capabilities and inspired me to set my priorities straight. He sees the difficulties that I face and have firm ideas on how I can overcome them, to attain the potential success that I can am entitled to. It is touching to have a friend who not only believes in you, but is willing to push you towards the greater future. For that I am deeply grateful.

I find it amazing that I didn't have to look far and wide for inspirations. Even more amazing is the fact that inspiration comes from some time-out and simple chats.

It just goes to show that the simple things in life can be, well, inspirational.

Again, many thanks to Junliang and Kirsten for their time and inspirations. =)

25th March 2010

I Am...

I am the uninspired seeking and desiring inspiration.

Curiosity

Today Sihui asked me if it's wrong to be curious.

I told her that when we were born, we didn't know everything there is to know about this world. So it's natural to be curious.

Thus comes the question, is it wrong to do something natural?

That's when it gets tricky.

You see, there are so many things that can come about naturally. If you're angry, it's natural to express it with hurling vulgarities, getting violent and creating a scene. If you're happy, it's natural to sing, smile, laugh, dance and be silly. If you feel unloved, it's natural to go out and look for love.

But what determines the thing that is natural to do right and wrong?

Can you be wrong if you express your anger in the form of actions, like slapping someone?

Can you be wrong for laughing out loud all of sudden because you just received a great news?

Can you be wrong for hanging out with other people when you feel unloved?

Who's to say what is right and wrong about doing something natural?

The only answer to that is to do it and see if you feel good or feel bad about it. Because all of us are generally wired up differently, what one think is right, the other think is wrong. It's hard to agree, when both have agreed to disagree. Thus it's better to experience it yourself, just to see what the fuss is all about. Then you can decide for yourself if it's good or bad, right or wrong.

Curiosity didn't kill the cat. Reality did.

24th March 2010

Climbing With The TingTing

Today I headed down to Climb Asia to join Tingting for some bouldering. Prior to my arrival she told me that Climb Asia has a new big toy. It made me curious as to what that is. Only one way to find out.

And boy was it a big toy! They installed a 'climbing treadmill' on the 2nd level of the bouldering room. Right now I am wondering why I didn't take a photo of the treadmill at all. Hmmm... I guess I was too focused on the bouldering. =p However I didn't try the climbing treadmill because it looked too daunting. Maybe the next time I'm there I will give it a go.

Anyway today's bouldering session is about tackling the roof! It appears strange to many onlookers yet familiar to climbers to be positioned parallel to the ground. There are techniques to 'stick on' the wall but one can't stay in that position forever. Eventually, the climber will fall and land on the safety and comfort of the mattress. Oh, this applies to the bouldering gym only. One thing's for sure... the muscles going to ache for the next few days!

Typically after climbing is supper-ing. And one of best meal you can have after a good climb is Maggi Goreng. And lucky for us, one place that sells good Maggi Goreng is nearby. That place is Shafina Cuisine.

Located near Mustaffa Centre, Shafina Cuisine offers a variety of Indian Muslim dishes. Strangely though, it does not sell Mutton Chop or Mutton Soup. Still there a decent variety of food to suit your taste. And you can even get fresh coconut juice out of the fruit itself! But the one dish that I would consistently order is the Maggi Goreng.

The Maggi Goreng here is delightfully tasty to the last piece. The familiar taste of the Maggi noodle is not lost in the frying, and the sunny-side up egg that comes along with it complements the dish well. For additional cost, you can have chicken to go along with it. I'll take a photo of the dish next time I'm there.

As always, Tingting eats slower than me. But she says it's because my comical antics slows her down. *cough*excuses*cough*....

And the camera comes out, the clowning went around...

'Qi you ci li! Ni kan!'

If you look closely, you can see her blister...

Tingting's nice-looking shoebag

The look of bursting into laughter

The look of being poked

21st March 2010

Cause the roof cave in and the truth came out...

'Whatcha Say' by Jason DeRulo

Wha- wha- wha- wha- what did she say
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmmm that it's all for the best?
Of course it is

[Verse 1]
I was so wrong for so long
Only tryin' to please myself (myself)
Girl, I was caught up in her lust
When I don't really want no one else
So, no I know I should have treated you better
But me and you were meant to last forever

[Hook]
So let me in (let me in) give me another chance (another chance)
To really be your man
Cause when the roof cave in and the truth came out
I just didn't know what to do
But when I become a star we'll be living so large
I'll do anything for you
So tell me girl

[Chorus]
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say, (whatcha say)
Mmmm that it's all for the best?
Of course it is
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say, (whatcha say)
Wha- wha- wha- wha- what did she say

[Verse 2]
How, could I live with myself
Knowing that I let our love go (love go)
And ooh, when I do with one chance
I just gotta let you know
I know what I did wasn't clever
But me and you we're meant to be together

[Hook]
So let me in (let me in) give me another chance (another chance)
To really be your man
Cause when the roof cave in and the truth came out
I just didn't know what to do
But when I become a star we'll be living so large
I'll do anything for you
So tell me girl

[Chorus]
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say, (whatcha say, whatcha say)
Mmmm that it's all for the best?
Of course it is
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say, (whatcha say, whatcha say)
Wha- wha- wha- wha- what did she say

[Verse 3]
Girl, tell me whatcha said (said)
I don't want you to leave me
Though you caught me cheatin'
Tell me, tell me whatcha said (said)
I really need you in my life
Cuz things ain't right, girl
Tell me, tell me whatcha said (said)
I don't want you to leave me
Though you caught me cheatin'
Tell me, tell me whatcha said (said)
I really need you in my life
Cuz things ain't right

[Hook]
Cause when the roof cave in and the truth came out
I just didn't know what to do
But when I become a star we'll be living so large
I'll do anything for you
So baby watcha say!

[Chorus]
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say, (whatcha say, whatcha say)
Mmmm that it's all for the best?
Of course it is
Mmmm whatcha say,
Mmm that you only meant well?
Well of course you did
Mmmm whatcha say, (whatcha say, whatcha say)
Wha- wha- wha- wha- what did she say

19th March 2010

Cleo Mag's Eligible Bachelor Finals

Pricilla invited me to join her to attend this event. Since I've never attended one before, it was hard to pass it up.

There were a total of 50 eligible bachelors who would be going on-stage, showcasing their talents and charming and entertaining the ladies in the audience. It was challenging to see who would stand out amongst the rest. But that was left to the judges and the screaming audience.

I encouraged Pricilla to go closer to the stage to take photos of the bachelors. After all, it's not often that the ladies here get to see plenty of guys on-stage and up-close too.

Overall, the performance put up was very entertaining. Aikhim asked me when I will be taking part. Look-out for me in 2012.

Pricilla and me

Aikhim and me

Two lovely ladies

Sexy

Pricilla snapping shots at the bachelors

Drooling at the eye-candy onstage!

 18th March 2010

Universal Studios Singapore Is Now Open!

Wohoo! Universal Studios Singapore is now open. A new place to go crazy and have fun. I'm pretty sure people will be running to Sentosa now, especially to ride the awesome looking roller-coasters. Yes, roller-coasters! Because there are more than one ride available.

So far the feedback from first day visitors have been very positive. And that there are still a couple of rides that are not open yet. All in good time.

Personally I won't be making my way down any time soon because the place is sure to be packed with lots and lots of curious Singaporeans. After all, we have a penchant for being overly eager at trying anything new, especially when it comes to entertainment.

Still, I'm looking forward to the my first visit!

If you've visited Universal Studios Singapore, share with me your experience and tips in the comments box!

'Just Another Pandora's Box' Synopsis

Bandit Ronald Cheng effortlessly pulls out the magic sword belonging to Fairy Athena Chu, and Fairy Sun Li who lives by love, is drawn as moth to flame by this deja vu-like infatuation. As Sun Li chases after the Ronald Cheng, who just wants to get away from this "rotten peach blossom", the Pandora's Box opens a doorway into another time zone.

'Just Another Pandora's Box' Review

If you're a fan of Hong Kong slapstick comedy, or want a show where you can get to see a lot of Hong Kong artistes, then catch this show.

As all such slapstick comedies go, the acting by the artistes are often exaggerated. Some artistes in the show didn't even act much as their appearance were for a few seconds. On the plus side there is a decent storyline with some unexpected twist, and plenty of eye-candy to look out for.

If you're in need of a good laugh after a rough day or rough week, then this show is the One.

16th March 2010

The First Step

Any plan for change, big or small, begins with the first step.

Some people find the first step difficult. Others do it like a walk in the park. Then there are those who dream about it. And there are those who go out and do it.

But it all begins with the first step.

I often find myself loaded with ideas for changes for the better. Some ideas are practical, like opening a diner or writing a book. Others take a big dose optimism and a whole lot of hope, like opening a diner or writing a book. But all these are just ideas that haven't seen me taking that first step towards manifesting it. Or is having an idea the first step?

Still, there are projects and ideas that have seen me taking that first step. And the satisfaction I felt in taking the first step is indescribable.

Because, as the saying goes, the first step leads to the next, and the next and so on until finally, you achieve your goal.

Thus the lesson here is, don't delay! Take the first step as soon as you have that idea or plan for change. This will bring you closer to your goals, and faster too.

Now I had this plan to set up my 'comic photo-studio' in my room. And today, I took the first step towards doing that by re-arranging the computers in my room. Now my table is neater and the 'studio' is more accessible. Awesome!

13th March 2010

SkyGarden of Pinnacle@Duxton
 
To kill boredom, I suggested to Wengfai and Zonghao to go SkyGarden of Pinnacle@Duxton for some high-level photography. They went along with the suggestion and so after some preparations and travelling, we found ourselves at the revolving gates to the SkyGarden.

Except that our entry was denied because our CEPAS card wasn’t registered. Damn it.

I then suggested climbing over the gates to sneak in but the two were against the idea. And so we had to hunt around for the place to register our cards to enter the SkyGarden. Eventually we found the machine to register our card. It was at Block 1G. And the cost for entering the place is $5.00.

Finally we were able to enter the SkyGarden.

The view of Singapore from such a great height is fantastic and breath-taking.

There's so much to see from up there. And it feels like being on top of the world, looking down to see the world going by.

After the moment of awe, it was time to start shooting with our cameras.

Our busy port. Operational 24/7. I think.

Our bustling CBD area. Always developing for the better.

Optimus Prime. Standing guard against...

Megatron! All-time villain and leader of the Decepticons.

Taking a time out from all the posing for the photo-shoot.

When the sun sets, the city comes to live with lights.

Movie Marathon!

It's been a while since I experienced a movie marathon. But an invitation is too tempting to pass up. Especially when the movie marathon is being done in the comfort of a home.

The shows lined up for the marathon were Ninja Assassin, The Blind Side and The Lovely Bones.

'Ninja Assassin' Synopsis

Raizo is one of the deadliest assassins in the world. Taken from the streets as a child, he was transformed into a trained killer by the Ozunu Clan, a secret society whose very existence is considered a myth. Haunted by the execution of his friend by the Clan, Raizo breaks free from them and prepares to exact his revenge. In Berlin, Europol agent Mika Coretti has stumbled upon a money trail linking several political murders to an underground network of untraceable assassins from the Far East. Mika digs into top-secret agency files to learn the truth behind the murders. Her investigation makes her a target, and the Ozunu Clan sends a team of killers, led by the lethal Takeshi to silence her forever. Raizo saves Mika from her attackers and must now trust each other to survive and bring down the elusive Ozunu Clan.

'Ninja Assassin' Review

If you're a fan of slasher movies, then this is one that you will enjoy washing. The slicing and dicing action sequences in this show are so graphic and artistic till it became quite fun and funny to watch.

For a slasher film, it has a rather interesting storyline. The storyline has a handful of twists and turns that made it quite a rollercoaster ride just to watch it. With such a storyline, the character development for most of the characters became more evident and was well illustrated.

The build-up was well-paced and led to a rather good climatic ending.

So if you're looking for a show to watch at home with plenty of slash and dice action, then this is the show for you. Similarly if you're a major fan of Rain (or his abs).

'The Blind Side' Synopsis

Based on the true story of Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

'The Blind Side' Review

It has been a while since I watched a feel-good movie and this one was just timely.

The show illustrate the generosity and indiscriminate kindness of humanity. It shows that racial discrimination's place is out of the window and into the bin. And it is the show that got Sandra Bullock the Oscar award for Best Actress.

The show is well-paced so you won't fall asleep watching it (unless you're watching it at 1am in the morning). As the movie went on, it depicts and evokes a plethora of emotions in a timely fashion, for both the characters and the audience. You can almost feel Sandra Bullock's heartache when she was told by Michael Oher that he has never slept in a bed before. And you can sense Michael's frustrations in standing out in many ways when he was in school.

The only shortfall I feel about the show is that it doesn't have a strong racial tension moment that makes such shows memorable and which gives the characters more insight and depth. Still, overall it is a good movie to watch, especially if you're looking for some feel-good vibes.

'The Lovely Bones' Synopsis

Based on the best-selling novel by Alice Sebold, "The Lovely Bones" is the story of a 14-year-old girl from suburban Pennsylvania who is murdered by her neighbor. She tells the story from Heaven, showing the lives of the people around her and how they have changed all the while attempting to get someone to find her lost body. She must weigh her desire for vengeance against her desire for her family to heal.

'The Lovely Bones' Review

I didn't know Peter Jackson directed this film until the show ended and the credits roll. That being said, I must say he did a decent job at bringing to film an out worldly story from a book. Even though critics say he didn't follow the book to the dot. But nobody's perfect.

Lovely Bones would most probably be remembered for it's stunning visual treat against the backdrop of a dark, sad story. The graphical illustration of limbo almost makes you feel that it is real and makes you want to be there. But then again, it's just CGI.

The main character portrayed intense emotions to the point that you feel the character's tragic moments at one point and then happiness and joy at the next point. While there is no twist to the story, the ending was slightly unexpected and almost abrupt to the point that you feel it doesn't do justice to the main character's tragic ending.

Still, the whole idea is to realize that evil lurks and strikes most unexpectedly but in the end, good will triumphed over evil.

If you're looking for answers on what comes after death, then probably this show is for you.

12th March 2010

Time Lost...
Money lost can be earned.

 
Trust lost can be gained.

 
Energy lost can be recovered.

 
Time lost... Is gone forever.

The above was running in my head this week. I realized that I am deeply involved in the habit of wasting time. It wasn't something that I set out to do or accomplished. It just happened.

There-in lies the problem. 'It just happened'. Indolence has wedged it's presence deep into my daily life till I didn't know it was there. And the excuse that I arrived at for my time wasting habit is so common with so many today. 'It just happened'.

With such revelation, is it too late for me?

Did I let it happen?

Every now and then we are reminded that we are accountable for our own actions. So can one be accountable for one's inactions?

Surely you can't be blame for doing nothing, can you?

Yet there are situations where you can be held responsible for not taking actions. Somehow, there are unwritten rules that tell us when doing nothing is wrong. No one knows exactly what these rules are because they're unwritten. And yet you are supposed to know what they are. Pretty frustrating dilemma indeed.

But all these rules have one thing in common. You are in the wrong for doing nothing if the situation threatens the survival of your life or the life of others.

After all, we are but mortal beings. Our existence is limited. Therefore our time is limited. The things that we hold so dear have a limited existence as well. Yet we choose to think that such things last forever. But it doesn't. Nothing last forever.

The same goes for my time wasting habit. It won't last forever. Because I have the ability to change. I can change. I want to change. I want to be more productive.

Activity keeps you busy, Productivity gives you result.

I want results. Time lost is gone forever. And nothing last forever.

Even cold November rain.

T.G.I.Fridays!

It's Friday. What better way to spend it than to go to T.G.I.Fridays for dinner. Except no advanced booking was made. This resulted in a wait of up to 1.5hrs for a table of 5! WTF!

The 1.5hrs wait was experienced mainly by Weng Fai, who arrived on time. Sorry Weng for having to wait for that long.

Anyway the food was so-so, nothing to shout about nor was it a gastronomical delight. The price fits the portion served, which was quite large. I drank Long Island Tea with my meal and found the drink to be not 'strong' enough. Overall the experience of going there wasn't worth repeating.

On the plus side, the good company make up for it all.

11th March 2010

Filming Is Fun

Today I joined the crew for the last day of filming of a TV show. The call time to the office was very early, around 7 in the morning. Which meant I had to be up at 5.30 in the morning. Bummer. =\

But on the plus side filming is always a fun though tiring experience. This is evident in the following photos coming up.

What is Irna leaning on?

The lamp post! She is preventing it from falling down

Razinah & me in the van

The Talents, on location at Bedok Reservoir

Nice background

Iqa, the new (AP) kid on the block

The heat was too much for the cameraman

The crew is working hard!

Irna wondering what went wrong

Wonder what are they peeping at...

Razinah the Trolley Girl

The Guy and The Gals

8th March 2010

And The Oscar Goes To...

Today was the day of the Academy Awards. Often the award show itself is entertaining and something to look forward to. But lately, the award shows have lost it's fun. On the plus side, the winners were surprising and gave a twist to the award show.

Well done 'Hurt Locker'! Great show it was! Same goes for 'Up'. Great show too!

One thing that I like about the Academy Awards is that it will always provide me with a list of movies to watch. Hooray!

Earthquake. Again. And Again.

Another (yes another) earthquake has struck, this time in Turkey. Is Turkey part of Europe or Asia?

If one considers Turkey as an European country, then 3 continents have been affected by the earthquakes. And if one considers Haiti to be part of North America, then 4 continents have been affected so far.

And if you consider the ice cube Antarctica to be a non-continent or continent not prone to earthquakes (must have earth for earthquakes to occur), then... that's 4 out of 6 continents. That's more than 50% of the continents in the world!

Left for Africa and Australia to experience earthquake. Which is highly unlikely to happen. But not impossible.

Only time will tell.

Juicy Stories of Jack 'Tiger' Neo's Trysts

As expected, more stories of Jack 'Tiger' Neo's tryst has surfaced in the media.

And nothing is juicier then the first time they had sex. This was followed up by the reactions of the fans, the decision of the mistress to never go back to Jack and the revelation that Jack had tried to woo another girl many years ago.

So... there ARE ingredients for a movie based on the life story of Jack 'Tiger' Neo. Really, Royston, what are you waiting for?

From the looks of it, I believe more women will come forward to share their stories of their tryst with Jack. I wonder if Jack will do us proud by outnumbering Tiger Woods.

Only time will tell.

Personally, I pity Jack, I really do. No doubt what he did was wrong. But at least he was man enough to admit the mistake and is willing to make amends for it. There are so many others who are doing the same thing but getting away with it. Unfortunately for him, as a well-known celebrity, his misdeeds are magnified many times over.

I only hope that people will still remember him for his contributions to the film industry.

"The evil that men do lives after them, and the good is oft interred in their bones..."

7th March 2010

Lightning Thieves FTW (For The Win)!

Libin and I teamed up to join a tag-team speed-climbing competition that was held today.

We met for the first time last weekend to get to know each other and to have a practice session together. It was her first climb then and today was her first climbing competition.

Thru combined effort and lots of fun, our team called 'Lightning Thieves' managed to win the third prize in the Mixed Open Team event. Hooray!

Now quick, congratulate us! Hahaha... =)

Jack 'Tiger' Neo Unmasked!

Aside from the earthquakes, it seems like another new trend has emerged: famous personalities being sexposed for their sexual trysts with mistresses. And it's happening all over the world too.

In North America, Tiger Woods.

In Europe, John Terry.

Representing Asia, Jack Neo. Well done Jack! You've made Singapore proud!

And to make it even more uniquely Singapore, Jack was sexposed by his own mistress who confronted him at his own home. There's even a twist to the story.

The twist? The wife knew it all along.

One can only expect juicier details of the affair to emerge in the days to come. And with such details, ingredients for another blockbuster hit. Question is: will Jack Neo direct a film about his love life or will someone else (Royston Tan please!) do it?

One can only wait. And the new movie might be called 'Women No Enough!'

In the meantime, many people are wondering what is the girl trying to achieve?

Her moral standing is already clear when she decided to be his mistress. Thus if she did it to expose Jack's infidelity out of a moral obligation, then that justification is flawed.

According to the news, Wendy Chong (the mistress) did it because Jack had lied to her and she was upset. The phrase 'Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned' might be fitting here, but it was also revealed that their affair had been rocky from the start two years ago. Since she was scorned so many times, why did she wait till now to expose him?

It appears that Wendy might want to achieve something more than what she mentioned to the media. But since she is speaking to the media, it's better to appear a saint than a sinner. After all, no one want to be known as someone bad. Almost everyone wants good things to be written or heard about themselves.

But like I mentioned earlier, her moral standing is already clear when she decided to be his mistress. I am inclined to believe Jack was really tired of the constant demands, threats and whines of this girl, hence the move to come clean about his affair with his wife. Unfortunately, he didn't expect the girl to get the media into it as well.

Still, good publicity or bad publicity, it is still publicity. And Jack Neo is just a man. People make mistakes. This man is no different. As according to him, they were both muddled and rash.

Personally I think they were just horny as hell.

5th March 2010

Earthquake. Again.

This time the earthquake has struck Sumatra, which is a 'hot-spot' for such natural disaster. Details of the tragedy can be read here.

As far as I can remember, this is the first time that earthquakes are occurring in rapid successions globally. Is it a cause for alarm?

In Singapore, we are generally spared the brunt of Nature's forces due to our geographical location. Other than reading about natural disasters that happening regionally and globally, we have almost no idea how destructive such forces can be.

This is worrying because we can get complacent and won't know how to react when such tragic events befall us. I imagined the most common reaction for a typical Singaporean is to resign to fate when the natural disaster is happening. The only thing going thru a typical Singaporean mind would be 'Die liao ah! I'm going to die liao ah...! Nabey!!!' (English translation: Oh dear! My time is up! Damn!).

And if such a Singaporean survive the ordeal, the first thing running thru the mind would be 'Heng ah! Never die! Wah... How come I so suay? Kena such suay things??? Where's the Gahmen???' (English translation: How fortunate, I survived this disaster. Why must such misfortune befall me? Where is the aid from the Government?).

Singaporeans are so protected from natural disasters that a Singaporean's ability to survive one would appear to be handicapped. We just won't know what to do when tragedy befall us. For some time, we would be awed by the experience though. As consolation, we would be able to 'appreciate' the experience.

'Alice In Wonderland' Synopsis

17-year-old Alice attends a party at a Victorian estate only to find she is about to be proposed to in front of hundreds of snooty society types. She runs off, following the White Rabbit into a hole and ends up in Wonderland, a place she visited in a similar manner 10 years before, yet doesn't remember. Wonderland was a peaceful kingdom until the Red Queen overthrew her sister, the White Queen. The creatures of Wonderland, such as the Cheshire Cat, Tweedledee and Tweedledum  and the March Hare, ready to revolt, wait for Alice to help them. With the help of the White Queen, the Mad Hatter and the Caterpillar, Alice starts seeing flashbacks of her original visit, back when she was seven.

'Alice In Wonderland' Review

Personally I don't recall ever reading the original story of Alice In Wonderland. But I vaguely remember watching a film about it and I roughly know the story. Thus in a way watching this film (which was a 'follow-up' to the original story) was akin to watching something new.

Tim Burton's films have always been dramatic and animated, and this one is no exception. The characters in the story really comes to live in full technicolor splendor and with such life that I was quite absorbed in the story and emerged entertained.

However, the pace of the story is a bit unnecessarily draggy at times. And the story left out details unnecessarily too, to the point one can feel lost in following the show. But, as with all Tim Burton's film, the fair deal of summary in the end left people with a general idea of the show.

If there was an Academy award for Best Actor in a Zany Role, that honour would undoubtedly go to Johnny Depp. He has the special ability of bringing the best out of outworldly characters, and he did it again this time as the Mad Hatter. He could also win an award as Most Versatile Actor too. While the Mad Hatter is very much a supporting role in the show, it seemed more emphasis was given to this character than to Alice. It made me wonder if this show was better called 'Alice And The Mad Hatter'.

Overall, this is quite an entertaining show and is definitely worth catching, especially if you are into stories of fantasies that are full of life and colour.

4th March 2010

Oh Deer...

Well this is something you don't read or hear of every other day. A wild deer wandering into the open. And in this case, getting knocked down by a vehicle.

I don't know who I should pity more: the wild deer that got lost or the bewildered Singaporean who saw a deer appearing suddenly out of nowhere?

But the story revealed that there is a small population wild deer in the nature reserves of Singapore. I wonder what other creatures are being hidden in the jungles. A tiger perhaps?

Monkey See, Monkey Do.

Have you ever heard of that phrase 'monkey see, monkey do'?

It means someone copying another person's actions, usually with the hope of reaping the same benefits.

But if you copy blindly, then you will set yourself up to go down in deep shit.

This article illustrate the situation when it's better off not copying others. In summary a lady tried to bribe a traffic warden into letting her off when she saw another traffic offender putting a packet of coffee onto the warden's motorcycle. What she didn't knew was that the other traffic offender was going around distributing free sample of coffee. What she got in the end was a 3 weeks jail term in addition to the fine for the traffic offense.

How stupid can you get?

It is well-known that Singapore has a tough stance against bribery. If she was a foreigner, it could be a cultural mistake on her part. But she isn't. And worse, she did what she thought was ok just because she saw someone else doing it.

Really, how stupid can you get?

Earthquake Struck Taiwan

Earthquake has struck again, and this time it's in Taiwan. The magnitude of it is 6.4 on the Richter scale.

So far South America and Asia has been struck. Perhaps next will be North America?

It seems to me that Nature is planning a reconstruction of the landscape. And this is being done in the only way the Nature knows how: thru earthquakes. Unfortunate for us then, that we are at the mercy of it's immense power.

This just reminds me that life is short and unpredictable. So have fun and enjoy life to the fullest. Because you'll never know when you got to go.

Spiritual Guru He Is. Just A Man He Is.

In society there are always people to look up to. Government leaders, educators, artistes and so on. Including spiritual leaders.

And people tend to have certain expectations and impressions of the people they look up to. Thus if their idols behave out of norm, the reaction can be nasty. But people forgot that those they look up to, are still human.

This article showed that the spiritual leader that is revered around the world is still just a man. And the man has needs, just like any other man. The only difference is that his needs are fulfilled by a hot actress who is probably the fantasy of many.

So if you have someone that you look up to, just remember the most basic rule: he/she is only human.

3rd March 2010

Happy Birthday Laura! May your wishes come true and happiness be with you, always! And may you get that pink studio apartment sooner! =)

I met up with Laura for a photo shooting spree. My first mistake was that I forgot to tell her I was dressing up due to a last minute dinner appointment, after telling her to dress down the day before. So we looked like a mismatched pair walking around Orchard. Sorry Laura....

Originally the plan was snapping shots around town before ending up at the skygardens of Pinnacle@Duxton. However, the weather was against us as it.was.so.freaking.hot!!

Thus we ended up firstly doing some shopping as she wanted to get a new camera bag. Luck was on our side as the Crumper was having a sale. There were a variety of bags to choose from. Eventually she settled for one that could fit the camera nicely as anything bigger will lead to her throwing more stuffs in it.

We then tried to get into the roof garden of Paragon but somehow that access has been blocked and reserved by some upmarket spa. Really, the spa should just let us go thru the garden since no one else is. =\

We took a break at Coffee Club with Muddy Mud Pie. That's when the snapping started.

We then proceeded to Marina Mandarin where we stumbled upon something interesting...

A house of soft-toys, or a rather big doll-house

Laura's dolls have found new friends

Will put up more photos soon! Stay tuned!

2nd March 2010

An Intellectual Discourse

Once in a while I would indulge in reading up materials that provide stimulants to my intellect. I find such indulgence invigorating to the mind, just like how jogging is invigorating to the body. And the benefits often exceed the time and effort invested.

Most recently, Chee Meng shared with me an article that led to intense discussions between people that we know of. The content revolves around the subject of religion, and any discussion on religion is bound to lead to a heated discussion.

I invite you to read the article for it is rather interesting. A warning though: some may not like what you will read. However, before one gets lost in the myriad of issues raised or gets emotionally affected by it, one should always remember that the author was just expressing his views. And that the whole article is about the author trying to find reason in an unreasonable, personal and I would say tragic event.

You can read more about the intellectual discourse here.

1st March 2010

Funny Photo - No Way This Is Real

You have to wonder when you look at this photo:

Wonder how the hell did Ultraman lose to this chick?

Especially in terms of size. After all, if you knew Ultraman, he can go up to the same size as the baddies, always.

So how come he lost to this chick???

The photo tells it all.

Check it out here and see more funny photos too. Wicked!

Driest Month. Ever.

It is official. February was the driest month in Singapore. Ever.

It was so dry that Singaporeans forgot what rain was.

It was so dry that there are rumours that a foreign talent is going to be hired to do the rain dance.

It was so dry that the army had to be deployed to guard the reservoirs and prevent people from siphoning water from the reservoirs.

That's how dry February was.

It's not too bad actually. My clothes dry faster when I hang them out. And one can get a good tan from all the sun.

Bottom-line... make good use of the weather.

More Earthquakes

Besides Chile, an Earthquake had also struck Argentina.

Seems like the Earth is striking back. If the trend keeps up, the world will be in for more Earthquakes in the months to come. Which is a pretty scary thought.

I wonder what is shaking the world up down there. Hmmm...

Wrapping Up The Month Of Love

I shared the following with someone, some time last month. I think it nicely sums up the month of love.

Love is very much an ideal tat has different meanings to different people. One doesn't really fall in love with a person, but more with the ideal of love tat person provides.

 
That is why we can fall in and out of love with different people at different times of our lives.
 

And as we go thru pleasure and pain, that ideal and perception changes. So does the type of person who fall for.