Here are a list of REALLY PHYSICALLY STRENUOUS ACTIVITIES that I can think of offhand now:
- Kayaking!!!
- Running in MacRitchie
- Running in Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
- Swimming 50 Laps
- Gymming
- CABLE SKI~~!
- Night cycling + Food Tour
- Badminton
Saturday, March 29, 2008
It was DotA again today with the gang. I am really beginning to think that we are running out of real meaningful things to do. Where is the REALLY PHYSICALLY STRENUOUS ACTIVITY that was planned?!
Here are a list of REALLY PHYSICALLY STRENUOUS ACTIVITIES that I can think of offhand now:
Here are a list of REALLY PHYSICALLY STRENUOUS ACTIVITIES that I can think of offhand now:
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
If I'm old, I might as well drive!
Hello and welcome to another episode of The Suan Life, where we give you the latest updates of sour living. Our reporter Mr Lammon has the news.
Yes, now hold in my hands the results we have all been waiting for... Mr Suan has passed his Basic Theory Test!! He has also gotten his PDL which allows him to take his practical lessons as and when he likes.
The über special rates at SSDCL also means that he gets to take two totally useless theory lessons before he takes his Final Theory Test at $15 bucks!
Now, let us interview the man.
"Yes yes.. I love the place. I passed! Like Wow. Like it was really hard.. I really didn't know if drinking would cause me to drive better or worse before this. I always thought that since it brought more blood to my head, it would be better? Turns out that they say it will cause the car to go haywire? Don't feed your car alcohol man. Totally harms it."
"And the service was really good! I was only charged $120 bucks for the paper stapling fees. And I got a really nice paper bag and a book of instructions on how to spend more money on booking lessons. Look!"
Well, it seems like we have a satisfied customer in Mr Suan. Back to the studio, Mr Wudssyur Nameegain.
Wow. (Nods head in Debra-Wilson-acting-as-Oprah fashion) Simply. Amazing. Wow. (Nods head again) Join us again for another exciting episode of The Suan Life. Until next time!
Yes, now hold in my hands the results we have all been waiting for... Mr Suan has passed his Basic Theory Test!! He has also gotten his PDL which allows him to take his practical lessons as and when he likes.
The über special rates at SSDCL also means that he gets to take two totally useless theory lessons before he takes his Final Theory Test at $15 bucks! Now, let us interview the man.
"Yes yes.. I love the place. I passed! Like Wow. Like it was really hard.. I really didn't know if drinking would cause me to drive better or worse before this. I always thought that since it brought more blood to my head, it would be better? Turns out that they say it will cause the car to go haywire? Don't feed your car alcohol man. Totally harms it."
"And the service was really good! I was only charged $120 bucks for the paper stapling fees. And I got a really nice paper bag and a book of instructions on how to spend more money on booking lessons. Look!"
Well, it seems like we have a satisfied customer in Mr Suan. Back to the studio, Mr Wudssyur Nameegain.Wow. (Nods head in Debra-Wilson-acting-as-Oprah fashion) Simply. Amazing. Wow. (Nods head again) Join us again for another exciting episode of The Suan Life. Until next time!
the most important thing.
I am currently reading The Happy Prince and Other Reads by Oscar Wilde. If you are a constant reader of my blog, or perhaps more of a loyal and long-time reader, you would remember me mentioning The Picture of Dorian Gray in this entry.
The Happy Prince and Other Reads is a compilation of Wilde's short stories written for others. It has been a good read so far. The stories show the idealism which Oscar Wilde has that is much similar to mine. We would all like to think of how perfect and beautiful the world is, or how good others are, and yet, we are often disappointed. Wilde shows this through his many satires which shows the irony in the unequal value put on relationships by different individuals, or perhaps the different ways people see the same relationship.
The question I had to ask myself was, "Have I misjudged the good in this world and is it bad to begin with or should I just have more faith in us?"
It is always easy to get disenchanted. After all, it is the easier thing to do. Look at the oil prices and see the economy collapsing; look at hot bods and think how fat you look; look at good grades and think how stupid you are. It's so easy. By thinking that, you wouldn't have to work. You can indulge in that self pity and cease to do anything.
Yet the more difficult thing is to evaluate the situation and make the changes that are necessary to make things work. To look of alternative sources of energy; to exercise; to study harder than you have before. That is hard. There is a spirit of inactivity we have to overcome. The question is, are you doing your best?
Some say that I am a cynic, yet in everything I do, I try my best. What I have found is that I am not the smartest person in the world, not the fastest kayaker, not the handsomest man, not even the funniest dude. Yet I can gladly say that I have done my best in what I do. I might not be comfortable with who I am at times, but I start off everything I do with an intention to do it better.
That, in my opinion, is the most important thing.
The Happy Prince and Other Reads is a compilation of Wilde's short stories written for others. It has been a good read so far. The stories show the idealism which Oscar Wilde has that is much similar to mine. We would all like to think of how perfect and beautiful the world is, or how good others are, and yet, we are often disappointed. Wilde shows this through his many satires which shows the irony in the unequal value put on relationships by different individuals, or perhaps the different ways people see the same relationship.
The question I had to ask myself was, "Have I misjudged the good in this world and is it bad to begin with or should I just have more faith in us?"
It is always easy to get disenchanted. After all, it is the easier thing to do. Look at the oil prices and see the economy collapsing; look at hot bods and think how fat you look; look at good grades and think how stupid you are. It's so easy. By thinking that, you wouldn't have to work. You can indulge in that self pity and cease to do anything.
Yet the more difficult thing is to evaluate the situation and make the changes that are necessary to make things work. To look of alternative sources of energy; to exercise; to study harder than you have before. That is hard. There is a spirit of inactivity we have to overcome. The question is, are you doing your best?
Some say that I am a cynic, yet in everything I do, I try my best. What I have found is that I am not the smartest person in the world, not the fastest kayaker, not the handsomest man, not even the funniest dude. Yet I can gladly say that I have done my best in what I do. I might not be comfortable with who I am at times, but I start off everything I do with an intention to do it better.
That, in my opinion, is the most important thing.
Monday, March 24, 2008
A Letter to Boss Concerning My Testimonial
Dear Sir,
You have asked me for the reasons as to why I wanted to get into the Law Course, and my various achievements in the Army and in JC.
I entered the SAF on 13th January, 2007. After BMT, I was posted into SISPEC Juliet Company in March 2007. After spending 3 wonderful months in Basic Section Leader Course, I was one of the select few chosen to "cross over" to Officer Cadet School because they deemed us to have the right leadership qualities. I did so in May 2007.
Life in Service Term in Foxtrot Wing was awkward as I had to contend with the cadets who were there much longer than us. They felt threatened and hostile because we were a raw bunch of greenhorns freshly out of SISPEC. It was only when I entered Professional Term in June 2007 in the Logistics Officer Cadet Course, when I finally found my footing.
It was the 5th LOCC that gave me the confidence in my style of leadership - leadership by example. It was also 5th LOCC that taught me all that I needed to know to become a good Logistics Officer i.e. the skills of my trade. I felt that it was also in Pro Term that my character was developed and lasting friendships were forged.
It was also in the duration of my Officer Cadet Course and the time while I am an Officer that I was more convinced of my desire to become a Lawyer. I was always interested in the area of Philosophy and Jurisprudence, or the Philosophy of Law, particularly intrigued me. It was interesting to observe how we came to give ourselves rules to govern our society over time, and how different schools of thought had influenced the formation of our Legal System. It was in the Army, under the regimentation and discipline that I also began to see how Law is so real in our lives.
Since I was in JC, I wanted to be a lawyer. I was always more interested in the Arts than the Sciences, and found debating and arguments to be a source of great mental stimulation. With my background of Chinese Drama, I am not afraid to be loud and make statements in things I believe in. Perhaps what also influenced me to be interested in Law was also my involvement in the Singapore Boys Brigade since Secondary School, and throughout JC. As a Christian, I believe that God led me down this path and the Law was handed down for generations, and is something worth upholding.
As a competitive kayaker in JC, I also learnt the importance of perseverance. I believe this to be able to help me get through the Law course as it would take one with a definite goal and perseverance to endure the long hours and sleepless nights demanded by the course.
My ultimate ambition is to become a corporate lawyer. This is so that I can be exposed to as many industries as possible and get to learn as many things as I can. As I am more of a people person, I also believe that corporate law would suit me better as it requires one to interact with others to a large extent.
Therefore, it is my great hope that I will be able to enter into a course of Law in NUS for my University education.
You have asked me for the reasons as to why I wanted to get into the Law Course, and my various achievements in the Army and in JC.
I entered the SAF on 13th January, 2007. After BMT, I was posted into SISPEC Juliet Company in March 2007. After spending 3 wonderful months in Basic Section Leader Course, I was one of the select few chosen to "cross over" to Officer Cadet School because they deemed us to have the right leadership qualities. I did so in May 2007.
Life in Service Term in Foxtrot Wing was awkward as I had to contend with the cadets who were there much longer than us. They felt threatened and hostile because we were a raw bunch of greenhorns freshly out of SISPEC. It was only when I entered Professional Term in June 2007 in the Logistics Officer Cadet Course, when I finally found my footing.
It was the 5th LOCC that gave me the confidence in my style of leadership - leadership by example. It was also 5th LOCC that taught me all that I needed to know to become a good Logistics Officer i.e. the skills of my trade. I felt that it was also in Pro Term that my character was developed and lasting friendships were forged.
It was also in the duration of my Officer Cadet Course and the time while I am an Officer that I was more convinced of my desire to become a Lawyer. I was always interested in the area of Philosophy and Jurisprudence, or the Philosophy of Law, particularly intrigued me. It was interesting to observe how we came to give ourselves rules to govern our society over time, and how different schools of thought had influenced the formation of our Legal System. It was in the Army, under the regimentation and discipline that I also began to see how Law is so real in our lives.
Since I was in JC, I wanted to be a lawyer. I was always more interested in the Arts than the Sciences, and found debating and arguments to be a source of great mental stimulation. With my background of Chinese Drama, I am not afraid to be loud and make statements in things I believe in. Perhaps what also influenced me to be interested in Law was also my involvement in the Singapore Boys Brigade since Secondary School, and throughout JC. As a Christian, I believe that God led me down this path and the Law was handed down for generations, and is something worth upholding.
As a competitive kayaker in JC, I also learnt the importance of perseverance. I believe this to be able to help me get through the Law course as it would take one with a definite goal and perseverance to endure the long hours and sleepless nights demanded by the course.
My ultimate ambition is to become a corporate lawyer. This is so that I can be exposed to as many industries as possible and get to learn as many things as I can. As I am more of a people person, I also believe that corporate law would suit me better as it requires one to interact with others to a large extent.
Therefore, it is my great hope that I will be able to enter into a course of Law in NUS for my University education.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
WEIGHT LOSS CONTRACT
- This contract marks the agreement between one KWAN XXXX XXXX, one WEN XXXXXXX and one WEN XXXXX.
- The abovementioned persons agree to work on their respective personal weight loss for their own health benefit.
- The result of the weight loss will be evaluated on 13 AUGUST 2008.
- The evaluation of the weight loss will be threefold: by definite WEIGHT LOSS in KILOGRAMMES; by BODY MASS INDEX (BMI); by WAIST TO HIP RATIO.
- The result will be evaluated by the amount of loss in each of the abovementioned factors for each person.
- The person with the greatest loss in WEIGHT, BMI and WAIST TO HIP RATIO will be the Winner, and therefore be awarded with SGD$1000.00
- Current WEIGHT, BMI and WAIST TO HIP RATIO:
(undisclosed due to security classification: TOP SECRET) - The other two persons will have to award SGD$1000.00 to the Winner by the inverse ratio of their weight loss i.e. the more weight loss, the less one pays.
- Proportion of payment will be according to the inverse proportion of weight loss.
- All the abovementioned persons are bound to the terms of this contract and are to do their utmost in losing weight.
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