Wonderful weather

The weather was wonderful yesterday. Even though the sun was shining brightly, it wasn't humid and one could feel the cold fresh air blowing... in the afternoon! It is just the kind of weather I expect to experience in some western countries during summer.

Failed my first RT IPPT due to the chin-up station. Nothing I can languish about, since I have already expected the result.

Dreamt of her once again, and this time, I remembered her words clearly. "You still angry ah?" Maybe the dream is hinting me to apologize, since she will never do so in reality. Why do guys always have to put down their pride to appease the girl? Sigh...

Kawaii Kittens and a somewhat kawaii dream...

While I was walking to school happily on Monday afternoon, I came across some kittens together with their mother near the Drive-In MacDonald's along King Albert Park. They were well-hidden behind some rocks, but sudden, playful movements by one particular dark-furred kitten caught my eyes. I had wanted to buy them some fresh milk on my way back, but the heavy downpour dashed my hopes. Fortunately, I managed to do so on Thursday, when I found them at their usual hiding spot. The mother (or adult cat, presumably a female) seemed a little wary of me even after I placed the packet of milk on the ground. Oh well, I guess that is what the call the protective instinct of parents... Anyway, the scene is so KAWAII!

I had a dream of her the other day, where everything was as per normal... leisure chatting, joking, etc. In my dream, she seems to be of a cuter personality, rather than the cool person she is in reality. Again, the saying has been proved right... what you think about constantly in reality will eventually appear or happen in your dreams.

Attended my cousin's wedding last Wednesday. It has been some time since I last saw my relatives and being at the banquet together with them made me feel somewhat uncomfortable. Furthermore, my proficiency in dialect is somewhat lacking, so I was unable to communicate with them with ease. Looking on the bright side, at least I can understand what they are saying in cantonese (As for teochew, I absolutely have no clue as to what is being said). Sometimes, weddings make me wonder I will actually get hitched someday...

Fustration leads to Bitching and Ranting...

I am not exactly sure about what I am ranting and bitching about today, but here goes my story.

Earlier this evening, when I went down to the local manga store "Comics Connection" looking for the latest issue of Tenge Tenjo, I couldn't find it on the shelves. Upon asking the sales person (who was pretty rude), I realized that the Hong Kong version (import) has been banned in Singapore! Keyword: BANNED!

What the hell? I have been collecting the series for years, and now that the storyline is hitting its climax, it is banned!? You may start asking me why I know the manga should be in stores by now. Other than Comics Connection, there is another local manga store, which sells Tenge Tenjo as well. However, the only version they have is the Taiwanese import.

Now, you may start to question why I am not going for the Taiwanese version. As all my past issues come under the Hong Kong import category, they are red-sleeved. The Taiwanese version is yellow sleeved. If I were to place them all on my bookshelf, the collection wouldn't seem right, with a sudden switch in colour. If you do not understand what I am trying to say, look at your own manga collection. If one issue of a particular series had a different cover as compared to the rest, would you feel comfortable?

Furthermore, there is some difference in the dialogue style.

Why did they have to ban the Hong Kong version!? So what if there is sex and gore? Aren't we aiming to become a more open society?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHINOBU!

Shinobu is turning 21 on 15 November 2006!

I know most of you are going to tell me she is isn't real and is just a fantasy, but seriously, I have to say she was there for me when I was feeling depressed (via anime, manga and video clips). Looking at her face always cheers me up! Thank you for always being around Shinobu! Without you, there will be no Gambler.

HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY SHINOBU!


"Did you forget my birthday?"


"Are you going to get me a gift?"


Depressed look


She looks so cute even when asleep!


Sailor oufit!


"Are these all the pics you have of me?"


"Who wants to buy my matchsticks?"


"Thank you, Gambler!"

It's Anime Time!

You have been unusually quiet lately, not to mention that you did not reply to my sms request for surveying help, so I guess you have read what I have written earlier.

Anyway, it is time to add some pics to my blog. Lately, I have been indulging myself in the world of anime, so as to escape from the harsh realities of life. However, there is one anime series that I am particularly fond of, and I can't help but recommend it to you people (whoever you are).

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya:
-First of all, there are schoolgirls, and there are a number of fanservice scenes
-Secondly, the artwork can be said to be excellent, especially the eyes of the various characters
-Unlike other anime with schoolgirl related themes, Haruhi is pretty much a comedy
-You may get a little confused by its storyline as it does not follow the sequence of episodes, but I believe this factor is precisely the reason why many people are attracted to it
-Have I mentioned storyline? Lots of twists and turns...





Stay tuned for more anime reviews... or at least pics. :P

Failure to recognize my efforts, Taking me for granted...

My horoscope for the day, as stated in the papers. "Now is the time to do some big-picture planning. It is time to re-evaluate where you are putting your time and energy. Is it really worth all the effort when you are getting increasingly diminishing returns?"

Call me a coward for not saying this in your face. I would prefer to consider it as not hurting your feelings. Feel free to rebuke me if I am wrong, but I seldom am. I don't know what has gotten into me, but I am really unhappy about the way in which you are treating me. I bet when you are showing off your new jacket (in which I PAID 50% FOR) to your friends and colleagues, you never bothered to tell them that I forked out for half the amount. You know I am damn right. Is it because I don't deserve any recognition or are you just taking me for granted?

Since I am already bitching and ranting, I shall get everything off my chest in one go. Next, I always find that you are criticizing me for no good reason; maybe just for your own entertainment?

Examples:
-"Can you don't behind me all the time?" Ok, after speaking to my sis (Cailin), she told me that girls prefer guys to lead them or walk by their side. However, couldn't you tell me in a less annoying tone? Morever, you never gave me the rationale behind it

-"Go wash your handphone pouch!" True, I haven't been washing it lately, but again, I hate that annoying tone.

-"You have a poor sense of humour." Get your facts right. Here I am trying to entertain you and not only do you not appreciate it, you have to hurt my feelings. Well, at least i make an attempt to lighten the mood. What do you do? You can't even tell a joke to save your life (or at least I have not seen you do so)

Ever wonder why those spiritual books aren't helping? Simply because you are not content with life. You want this, you want that, and can't make up your mind. Only when you are content can you realize the meaning of life. I agree that taking up motorbiking lessons and piano lessons are good for self-improvement, but when a teacher raises her voice or seems skeptical about your ability at times does not mean that she is a bad person. Furthermore, giving you free lessons does not mean a person may be good either.

So your witty friend has hurt your feelings and made you confused? Haven't you done the same to me for more than a few times? I know love cannot be forced, but you make it seem as if you are the only one suffering in the world. Stop being EMO!

I am glad to see that you are talking a lot more. However, maybe it is a mistake from the beginning. Talking more with hurting words is definitely much worse than not speaking at all. You definitely need more empathy and try putting yourself into other people's shoes.

I am sure this post is going to have some backlash when you read it, but I really need somewhere to vent my fustrations and to pour out my feelings/emotions.

Time passes by quicky,,,

Looking back, it has been one year (or so) since my last rejection. October always brings about nostalgic memories.

Anyway, Happy Belated Halloween!

Darn, Singaporeans should be allowed to go trick or treating too. Why do we not celebrate Halloween over here?