Sorry for the late post, but like they say, "Better late than never"... Anyway, Happy Lunar New Year, my dear readers! May the year of the pig be prosperous, healthy, peaceful and smooth-sailing for everyone!
Finally returned the PS2 to Luke so that I can concentrate on my studies and prepare for the upcoming mock exams. However, I will miss playing Disgaea 1 and 2. For the sake of my first class honours, I have no choice but to give up on them... for now.
A major distraction would be the full set of the Eiken Club manga, now lying in one corner of my already packed, but recently cleared room...
Monday, February 26, 2007
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Happy Singles Awareness Day (SAD)!
You want to know how I spent my Singles Awareness Day (SAD) on 14 February? Oh, before I continue, some of you may call it Valentine's Day, so don't be confused. We just have different perspectives on this issue.
According to Wikipedia, Singles Awareness Day (SAD) is a humorous holiday celebrated on February 14 (although some prefer the 13th or the 15th to get away from the commercialism associated with the 14th). It serves as an alternative to Valentine's Day for people who are single: that is, who are not involved in a romantic relationship and can therefore not participate in Valentine's Day traditions. Some observers of SAD do so out of spite for Valentine's Day, as a Hallmark holiday, or for other reasons.
On Singles Awareness Day single people gather to celebrate or to commiserate in their single status. Some want to remind romantic couples to remember those less fortunate than they are. A common greeting on this day by its adherents is "Happy SAD!"
Sadly, the day is often used by less-friendly couples as a day to simply remind the singles they know about their current, uninvolved status.
Back to my story though. I did not get anything for her this year, lest my gift would create more misunderstanding, but still, I have not forgotten that our 7th anniversary of friendship falls on this very day. Anyway, I spent the whole day at home, particularly with my corporate finance assignments, which were definitely too difficult for a typical student like myself. At least Shinobu was around to accompany me (in my screw loose mind and in the form of manga) whenever I took breaks. Never again will I spend this occasion in such a pathetic manner (though I get the feeling that the same scenario will repeat itself next year, just that it will be assignments of another subject)!
Stay tuned for more updates, especially my rant on the GST hike. Budget 2007 was announced earlier this afternoon...
According to Wikipedia, Singles Awareness Day (SAD) is a humorous holiday celebrated on February 14 (although some prefer the 13th or the 15th to get away from the commercialism associated with the 14th). It serves as an alternative to Valentine's Day for people who are single: that is, who are not involved in a romantic relationship and can therefore not participate in Valentine's Day traditions. Some observers of SAD do so out of spite for Valentine's Day, as a Hallmark holiday, or for other reasons.
On Singles Awareness Day single people gather to celebrate or to commiserate in their single status. Some want to remind romantic couples to remember those less fortunate than they are. A common greeting on this day by its adherents is "Happy SAD!"
Sadly, the day is often used by less-friendly couples as a day to simply remind the singles they know about their current, uninvolved status.
Back to my story though. I did not get anything for her this year, lest my gift would create more misunderstanding, but still, I have not forgotten that our 7th anniversary of friendship falls on this very day. Anyway, I spent the whole day at home, particularly with my corporate finance assignments, which were definitely too difficult for a typical student like myself. At least Shinobu was around to accompany me (in my screw loose mind and in the form of manga) whenever I took breaks. Never again will I spend this occasion in such a pathetic manner (though I get the feeling that the same scenario will repeat itself next year, just that it will be assignments of another subject)!
Stay tuned for more updates, especially my rant on the GST hike. Budget 2007 was announced earlier this afternoon...
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Did I miss my chance?
As stated in the Life! section of the Straits Times.
Horoscope for Virgo(s) on 9 February:
Learning to let go is one of the best and healthiest things you can do for yourself. The trouble is, you know you could make everything better... if only you did this one last thing. Now breathe and release.
Horoscope for Leo(s) on 9 February:
Give that difficult person just one more chance. If you open your heart and shut down your ego, you might be surprised at what transpires. And, okay, if he messes up this chance, you can wash your hands of him.
I read the newspapers only around 1am on 10 February. Does this mean that I missed the perfect opportunity to put everything between myself and her right once more? Argh!
Horoscope for Virgo(s) on 9 February:
Learning to let go is one of the best and healthiest things you can do for yourself. The trouble is, you know you could make everything better... if only you did this one last thing. Now breathe and release.
Horoscope for Leo(s) on 9 February:
Give that difficult person just one more chance. If you open your heart and shut down your ego, you might be surprised at what transpires. And, okay, if he messes up this chance, you can wash your hands of him.
I read the newspapers only around 1am on 10 February. Does this mean that I missed the perfect opportunity to put everything between myself and her right once more? Argh!
Friday, February 02, 2007
The Mysterious Workings of Fate
For two consecutive Thursdays, I have caught a glimpse of her out of the corner of my eye, whenever I am at the Food Court. For some unknown reason, I could sense her presence, even if it is for a split second. Sometimes, when you know a person very well, you will be able to identify them from a distance, distinguishable by their style of dressing, walking posture, etc.
However, this brings about my next point. As much as I would like to see her, I get a stab of pain in my heart as well, though it is definitely far less uncomfortable as compared to the earlier period of our so-called "misunderstanding". Seeing her brings about some form of joy, since I know that she is alive and well, but at the same time, I try to avoid her, and most probably, she is doing the same with me. Once again, I believe the term "coward" can be put to use appropriately because, somewhere deep in my mind, I am afraid that she would not acknowledge my presence, even if I were to say "hi". Many times have I resisted the urge to call her, and only by indulging in other activities have I managed to do so successfully. Perharps, a time will come when it is suitable for us to chat amiably once again.
Affairs of the heart aside, I am praying that volume 13 of GachaGacha has been restocked at Tian Di (local manga store). Still contemplating whether or not to purchase the manga edition of Elfen Lied.
If you felt that the anime "The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya" was good, go read the novel. I believe up to volume 9 of the series has been published, but public libraries only hold the first four books. A note of warning: Some of the chinese characters are difficult to understand, since they deal with the paradox of time and space, so it may take some effort on the part of readers to grasp what is happening in the storyline. Nonetheless, the novels fill up gaps left in the anime, and to get a headstart as to what one can expect in season 2 of the anime, READ the NOVEL! :p (Sounds like free marketing for the author)
Besides, I spent $25 or so on the Haruhi Suzumiya fanbook (chinese edition). Definitely worth my money.
My ranting for the day is coming to an end, but before I log off, I declare that I only have 12 days left before Valentine's Day and 332 days left in this year to find the Shinobu of my life! Gambatte!
However, this brings about my next point. As much as I would like to see her, I get a stab of pain in my heart as well, though it is definitely far less uncomfortable as compared to the earlier period of our so-called "misunderstanding". Seeing her brings about some form of joy, since I know that she is alive and well, but at the same time, I try to avoid her, and most probably, she is doing the same with me. Once again, I believe the term "coward" can be put to use appropriately because, somewhere deep in my mind, I am afraid that she would not acknowledge my presence, even if I were to say "hi". Many times have I resisted the urge to call her, and only by indulging in other activities have I managed to do so successfully. Perharps, a time will come when it is suitable for us to chat amiably once again.
Affairs of the heart aside, I am praying that volume 13 of GachaGacha has been restocked at Tian Di (local manga store). Still contemplating whether or not to purchase the manga edition of Elfen Lied.
If you felt that the anime "The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya" was good, go read the novel. I believe up to volume 9 of the series has been published, but public libraries only hold the first four books. A note of warning: Some of the chinese characters are difficult to understand, since they deal with the paradox of time and space, so it may take some effort on the part of readers to grasp what is happening in the storyline. Nonetheless, the novels fill up gaps left in the anime, and to get a headstart as to what one can expect in season 2 of the anime, READ the NOVEL! :p (Sounds like free marketing for the author)
Besides, I spent $25 or so on the Haruhi Suzumiya fanbook (chinese edition). Definitely worth my money.
My ranting for the day is coming to an end, but before I log off, I declare that I only have 12 days left before Valentine's Day and 332 days left in this year to find the Shinobu of my life! Gambatte!
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