My 400th post.
Went for mockingbird play yesterday @ Drama Centre Theatre. Didnt exactly know who I was intending to meet. Had a rather awkward dinner (because I wasnt close to the people I was having dinner with). The play was okay I guess, just that I think they could have improved on the props a little. Actually you know what, Iam in no mood to recount anything happy now. Forget it.
I honestly want to write all those problems that have been bugging me for ages, but I cant, because I know if I do, someone out there is going to get hurt.

Are you truly happy?

What is true happiness? Can anyone here claim to be honestly, truly happy? Seems like sayings such as ' Iam on cloud 9' hardly exist anymore. After all, what do we consider happiness?

Spotted a little primary one girl skipping and singing along today, saying something like, "Iam happy, so happy.. no one in the world but mee......" And that gave me inspiration for this post.

How often are we happy these days? Way back in those days when we were overwhelmed with happiness at the thought of a simple walk, an unexpected ice cream treat, or even the simple joy in watching a rainbow appear on a rainy day. Where are those days? When we do not indulge in the simplicities of life? Yes, we can appear happy, say we feel happy, and even feel happy, at that point in time.

But then a dark shadow of disappointment always crops up at the wrong time, sealing out our happiness. I don't know if its the complexities of life or what, but yes, its hard to be happy in today's world. What we ought to do is to become like a child again and marvel at the simply joys of a hot bath, of a sunshiny day, of a unexpected treat, whatever it may be. If only we could.

VAT is due on 1st March D; D; and I've way over my word limit already.
During character education (CE) lesson today, we were supposed to talk about our changes in life and how we cope with them. Changes, changes, changes, what seemingly mundane changes may turn out so different...... so different.. Its beyond our wildest immaginations to even dream up such a change. Then again, changes occur when we least expect it to...
Borrowed To kill a mockingbird from the library, watched it and in the symmetry, watched a man getting lynched.. isnt it so crying sad? Why do humans discriminate against others?
Cry about the way the world works? About the way ' humans treat other folks without stopping to think they're human too? '

Why can't I go to church? Why?! I dont see the logic. We're learning about God, aren't we? What right has my parents to play the role of 'satan' and stop me??

Blessed Chinese New Year;)

Chinese New Year Reunion with family today. Sweet gathering really, because my cousin and I dont really get to meet all that often, but maybe now that Iam going to church I will. Yesterday was a fair amount of visiting and more visiting. I dont really mind, however, since I dont see them but once a year.
Day 1
Met at around 4.30pm, visited 2 old friends of my mum.Went to the Marina Barrage,enjoyed the view for a bit, Had dinner there.
Day2
Met at round 5.10, sat round and chatted with my cousin till 6.30, went for dinner at Chun Kee restaurant (I hope choon khee is reading this ! :D). Gave cousin hug then left.

Blessed Chinese New Year everyone!!!
Had reunion dinner this evening, watched the photoshoot for my Harbin trip with relatives and tossed the yu sheng. Not bad really, considering the fact that I used to hate yu sheng when I was really young because the taste was bitter. Also replayed the photos from my aunt's camera, which were from her own America trip +China trip.

Mum bought a dress for me, although she knows perfectly well that I don't wear dresses, she made me get one-.- But actually, she makes sense. Iam a girl, am I not? Since I went shopping with Kim, Averil and Natalie the other day, I think its time I start changing my ways a bit. Maybe I'll wear a skirt for visiting tomorrow. Oh wait. I dont have a choice. Mum will make me, anyways.

Help help help. I have so many things to blog on but there's so little time.

- self awareness camp( minus all that our teacher told us will remain within our class)

- Dental appointment on 1 Feb



Dental Appoinment

Last ever appointment on the 1 feb before my braces go off.

Me:hello!

Dr Loh: Hello! Smile?

Me: (huh?!) *Smiles*

DL: WAh so straight already!

Me: ... its okayy la, its like buck teeth now.

DL: Its okayy la, come lie down.

Me: *lies down*

DL: how's baoyi's retainers?

Me: Erm they were shaking...

DL: *stops her actions abruptly, looks at assistant, who pretends to faint*

DL & Assistant: AGAIN?!!!!!!

Me: I don't think they fell out!!!!!!!

DL: Better not, if not I heart attack laaaa

ME: HAHAHAHA

DL: you want see my heart attack is itt?!!!!

Me: NOOOO!!!

DL: so did her bridge fall out or not?

Me: I cant say, I dont think it did la.

DL: Alright, I shall make it more painful for you. * grips metal bit with tool*

Me: *whines*

DL: Haha You going to tell me now?

Me: NoNONO, I AM a loyal friend!

DL: Sigh, after you go I will have no more spy on me already laaa!

Me: HAHAthere'e always Grace...

DL: Oh ya, okay okay, I shall now focus on grace:)

Me: .........

DL: Done! Fix your appointment next month with Joyce outside okay? Your retainers appointment also:)

ME: Okay, seeya!!

DL: Gong xi fa cai happy neew year!

Me:Same to you too!

Aish. I WILL MISS DR LOH LIKE CRAZY.



Sec 4 Self awareness camp

Embarked on a camp from the 5Feb to the 6 Feb, mostly learnt about ourselves.

Most memorable part of the camp was when we spoke about 12 values, which was basically a reflection of what we held closest to our hearts. And since it was a subject that we all felt sensitive, there were lots and lots of tears and tissues.
But aside from the fun and laughter there were other serious issues that had to be looked into- Our L1R5 grade, for eg. And I should think this is no laughing matter. There's just too many things to do in too little time.

Woohoo~~~ Sec 4 Self Awareness camp tomorrow!! Will be back on Saturday:D