Here are my New Year Resolutions Stop impulsive buying Save more money Maintain my health and fitness Be consistent in your studies Be responsible Do not take things for granted, even the smallest things. Make more friends Be happy
SMRT fiasco: My two cents worth.
The past week, there have been a lot of talk regarding the numerous train breakdowns that occurred on the Circle Line as well as the North-South and East-West Line. It caused a lot of problems for commuters and have raised a lot of concerns on how SMRT have dealt with the situation. Now, I'm not... Continue Reading →
The Name of the Wind
Patrick Rothfuss novel, The Name of the Wind, is probably the book that surprises me most. This 700 page tome is a joy to read from start to finish. This is the thing about reading a novel from an author that you know little about: It may take some time to really get used to... Continue Reading →
Nook vs Kindle
VS I own the iPad and I love reading books on the iPad. E-books are a big thing for me especially when the iPad is around. It is the most dominant form of usage when I'm using the iPad. I mainly use the Amazon Kindle to buy and read my books. Currently I have... Continue Reading →
Started a new blog
I'm starting a new blog, called awesomesongcovers.wordpress.com. Initially the correct address was awesomecoversongs, but it was taken by somebody else, so I decided to rearrange the words a little. It doesn't sound quite right now, but since its free, I can't really complain. Essentially, this blog is just a collection of awesome cover songs that... Continue Reading →
The end of another semester and a new year
The last 3 to 4 months was probably the toughest semester in my uni life that I have ever experienced. Now that it's over, the amount of relief that I am feeling right now is indescribable. It has been said that Year 3 Sem 1 is probably the toughest semester, and they are right. It... Continue Reading →
My next mac purchase
My mac mini is showing its age. But that doesn't mean that I am totally giving up on it. It has served me well without any problems and as best as I can, I would really like to use it for as long as possible. Right now I think its the best time to... Continue Reading →
Happy Second Anniversary Mac Mini!!!
Today I am going to celebrate the second anniversary of my Mac Mini! Exactly 2 years ago, I bought my first mac. At that time, I was hesitant in investing large sums of money in buying a high end iMac. Since it was my first mac ever, I wanted to just try it out and... Continue Reading →
Hong Kong
Finally I'm going to Hong Kong!I love going to big cities for my holidays. Though I am not a globetrotter, but somehow I have had the opportunity to visit some of the greatest cities on the planet. And no doubt, I will visit more in the years ahead. This year, I am going to Hong... Continue Reading →
Exhausted
Simply exhausted. I might not have the longest stamina, but I am simply exhausted on every level, spiritually, psychologically, physically, mentally. Day in day out its the same thing, the same routine, the same crap I have to go through. Sometimes I just don't know how to manage all those things. It seems that... Continue Reading →
Drowning
Sometimes, when you are plunged into a period where there is so much work to do, you cant help but think, whether if this is all worth it. I keep telling myself that this is all gonna be over soon. That this is just temporary and everything will be back to normal. But now, im... Continue Reading →
Shoutout
I have lots of friends who are going on an overseas exchange program this semester. I just wanna give a shout out to all those who are going to be safe and come back safe!!
Taking the plunge.
The new semester has just begun, and already I am feeling the stress of studies. To make matters worse, I have been mulling over the decision on whether I should join the SBS 10th Main Committee for a position in PnP. I have talked to various people within the old committee to seek advice. I... Continue Reading →
Post Harry Potter novel lineup
After spending a couple of weeks devouring all 7 harry potter novels, I have finally reached the finish line in what seemed to be one of the greatest set of books ever written. In a couple of days I would safely say that I am among millions who have finished reading all 7 novels... Continue Reading →
This is a test entry
This is a test entry to determine and evaluate the feasibility of mobile blogging. This page is test the "more" function on mobile.
Summer holidays are over, the start of a new semester once again.
After almost 10 weeks of summer holidays, a crazy orientation camp that culminated in the forging of new and lasting friendships, the start of a new semester is now upon me once again. The freshmen orientation camp and the preparations leading up to the event was definitely the highlight of the summer holidays. I was... Continue Reading →
SBS FOC 2011 Opening Video is essentially done.
About a month ago, I was tasked to direct this year's FOC opening video. It was an arduous task, consisting of 2 days of filming and hours upon hours of editing. In total, I have collected 265 clips totaling near 20GB in size. The use of Adobe Premier Pro CS5 was no easy task either.... Continue Reading →
Canon 50mm f1.8 prime lens
The 2-day seniors camp gave me a unique opportunity to try out my new lens to it's fullest. The new 50mm f1.8 prime lens that is suitable for portraits and taking photos of people. The verdict: This lens could be the best lens that money can buy after your first kits lens that comes with... Continue Reading →
Awesome: Night Cycling at ECP
With little joggers, runners, rollerbladers and cyclist using the tracks, night cycling at East Coast Park is exhilarating.Truth be told, I have never night cycled at ECP before, and doing it on a weekday slightly past midnight, its pretty exhilarating. With no one to give way to, or slow down or any other human traffic... Continue Reading →
Awesome: A Red Dahon Vitesse D7 Bike.
Finally got meself a portable bike from Dahon. East Coast Park, East Coast Park Connectors, Northern Explorer Park Connector, and Western Adventure Park Connector! Here I come!! The bike cost 899 but with other accessories added in, total price of the bike is 988. I got the red one and I'm loving it. I'm going... Continue Reading →
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