Start time: 5.30pm
End time: 11.45pm
Seriously working OT for fyp. But such long hours only to record some data from the datalogger by varying the distance between the Tx and Rx and the frequency range.
Anyway, we were forced to use quite high power, up to 10dBm, and the guys started to get worried about our offsprings. Lol, super high frequencies loh, until 2.5GHz today, and we are gg to use C-band (5 - 8GHz) for future expts. Die, sperms all die! Need protection man, I don't wanna have all daughters loh!
But Jaron is damn funny, talking cock as he always does, saying he can smell his sperms as he burped. Lol.
So tired, but at least it was funny. And a friday night I am fyping, and can't go home as planned. Sianz.
Saturday, September 30, 2006
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Wrote this for my CS118 Assignment... LOL
I have to think long and hard when asked to write about my prejudice. After being socially-engineered to disregard racial differences, to accept and embrace a multicultural and multi-religious society, it was difficult to pinpoint one prejudice with regards to ethnocentrism as spelt out in the course syllabus. On deeper thought, I will venture into a smaller context to discuss about my prejudice against students hailing from Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), ACS (I).
ACSians are widely perceived to be English-sprouting snobs who come from middle- to upper-class background, with a specific contempt for all things Chinese and the lesser lights. Coming from a heartland dweller family, nursing an interest in the Chinese language and culture and schooled nonetheless at The Chinese High School (now Hwa Chong Institution), the stereotypical ACSian is an exact opposite of mine.
As if the rivalry for prestige among the top boys’ schools were not intense enough, the prejudice was further accentuated with my involvement with the athletics team, which by the way are the perennial champions at the National Schools level for the past two decades.
Throughout my secondary school life, ACSians were conveniently made up as the pseudo-adversary who were not up to the mark, sporting funky hairdos, ill-disciplined brats and simply inept at their mother tongue. This stereotype was further reinforced by isolated cases of some rebellious ACSians who I got acquainted to through interschool interactions and exchanges.
I would classify this prejudice against ACSians as a result of Class and Personal identities. The perceived difference in socio-economic background between them and I led to the issue of Class identity, and with polarized degrees of appreciation for the Chinese heritage, there was a head-on clash of personal identities.
Outwardly though, this prejudice did not expose itself to any significant extent in the public domain, partly because Chinese High boys are cultivated with virtues of humility and showing respect for self and others, if not simply intelligent and very politically correct even in our early teens.
That said, I was happy to take occasional swipes at ACSians for I-cannot-remember-what reasons, and joined in hearty laughter when ACSians were made butts of jokes, which were commonplace activities when too much schoolwork bred extreme boredom. And whenever we met ACS (I) on the competitive athletics arena, there was always a quasi-tension in the air with exchanges of nonchalant and soulless stares.
On hindsight, all these manifestations of the prejudice against ACSians were not out of any ill intent. Instead, they served to create a common enemy or source of humour that would push myself to a higher level of achievement or enjoyment.
Bridging the Divide
My prejudice and inexplicable aversion of ACSians peaked during the period at my alma mater TCHS. Fortunately, I did not have to design any specific project or activity in an attempt to overcome this prejudice as I proceeded to junior college and beyond.
At National Junior College (NJC), there was a good mix of students from all kind of secondary schools from every corner of Singapore, ACS (I) included. It was not difficult getting to know more ACSians, and at a deeper level. Among them were student councilors who were vocal, and my fellow teammates in the canoeing team who were equally committed and tenacious as any other. During my national service (NS) in the army, I had three different buddies in different phases of my army life, and ubiquitously they all came from ACS (I). I am glad to say that not once did they let me down.
Truth and Myth Uncovered
But knowing more ACSians personally confirmed that there were some truths in our prejudice. Most of them did come from well-heeled families residing in districts 10 and 11, and most of them are awful with their grasp of the Chinese language. I said most, because some prominent ACSians have come good, such as JJ Lin Junjie – a household name in the Chinese pop scene.
Perhaps it is a school culture, or just simply due to their family backgrounds, ACSians are indeed, on the whole, more concerned about fashion and looking good. For me, it is pretty much vanity at work, even though this is very much tied to an individual’s personality as well. It would be treading dangerous waters to wholly refer to all ACSians as fashionable.
On a positive note, I do find most ACSians to be highly expressive, based on empirical observations. They are unafraid to speak their mind if the situation beckons, and they are fairly eloquent communicators who are able to bring across their ideas effectively. On reflection, it may be due to this outspokenness that ACSians were deemed proud and snobbish in the first place.
However, the elitist image of ACS (I) lingers. It is not unusual to find families with different generations of ACSians under one roof. The older generations of English-educated Singaporeans enjoyed a higher level of material comfort in general because they were more relevant compared to their Chinese-educated peers in the process of Singapore’s economic development. And by being physically located in a rich neighbourhood at Dover Road, it is no wonder that ACS (I) is unlikely to shed its elitist tag anytime soon.
In all fairness, the likes of Raffles Institution and Hwa Chong Institution are no less elitist than ACS (I), simply because these schools only take in the crème de la crème of every graduating primary school cohort. It is perhaps out of convenience that people continue to perpetuate ACS (I) as the flagship for English elitism.
Conclusion
From my own experience of conceiving, believing, expressing and overcoming of my prejudice against ACSians, the lessons learnt are many. It is easy to form stereotypes regarding other groups due to differences in identity – Class, Personal or otherwise. Although there may be a good degree of truth in these stereotypes, most constitute negative connotations that glorify the perpetuator of the prejudice and denigrate the target of abuse. It is only through the venture beyond the superficial aspect, to get to know and understand the prejudiced group can we affirm or reject our stereotypes. Eventually, even if we are unable to overcome the differences that give rise to the prejudice, at least we should attempt to understand their point of view.
Celebrate difference, because culture is invisible without difference!
ACSians are widely perceived to be English-sprouting snobs who come from middle- to upper-class background, with a specific contempt for all things Chinese and the lesser lights. Coming from a heartland dweller family, nursing an interest in the Chinese language and culture and schooled nonetheless at The Chinese High School (now Hwa Chong Institution), the stereotypical ACSian is an exact opposite of mine.
As if the rivalry for prestige among the top boys’ schools were not intense enough, the prejudice was further accentuated with my involvement with the athletics team, which by the way are the perennial champions at the National Schools level for the past two decades.
Throughout my secondary school life, ACSians were conveniently made up as the pseudo-adversary who were not up to the mark, sporting funky hairdos, ill-disciplined brats and simply inept at their mother tongue. This stereotype was further reinforced by isolated cases of some rebellious ACSians who I got acquainted to through interschool interactions and exchanges.
I would classify this prejudice against ACSians as a result of Class and Personal identities. The perceived difference in socio-economic background between them and I led to the issue of Class identity, and with polarized degrees of appreciation for the Chinese heritage, there was a head-on clash of personal identities.
Outwardly though, this prejudice did not expose itself to any significant extent in the public domain, partly because Chinese High boys are cultivated with virtues of humility and showing respect for self and others, if not simply intelligent and very politically correct even in our early teens.
That said, I was happy to take occasional swipes at ACSians for I-cannot-remember-what reasons, and joined in hearty laughter when ACSians were made butts of jokes, which were commonplace activities when too much schoolwork bred extreme boredom. And whenever we met ACS (I) on the competitive athletics arena, there was always a quasi-tension in the air with exchanges of nonchalant and soulless stares.
On hindsight, all these manifestations of the prejudice against ACSians were not out of any ill intent. Instead, they served to create a common enemy or source of humour that would push myself to a higher level of achievement or enjoyment.
Bridging the Divide
My prejudice and inexplicable aversion of ACSians peaked during the period at my alma mater TCHS. Fortunately, I did not have to design any specific project or activity in an attempt to overcome this prejudice as I proceeded to junior college and beyond.
At National Junior College (NJC), there was a good mix of students from all kind of secondary schools from every corner of Singapore, ACS (I) included. It was not difficult getting to know more ACSians, and at a deeper level. Among them were student councilors who were vocal, and my fellow teammates in the canoeing team who were equally committed and tenacious as any other. During my national service (NS) in the army, I had three different buddies in different phases of my army life, and ubiquitously they all came from ACS (I). I am glad to say that not once did they let me down.
Truth and Myth Uncovered
But knowing more ACSians personally confirmed that there were some truths in our prejudice. Most of them did come from well-heeled families residing in districts 10 and 11, and most of them are awful with their grasp of the Chinese language. I said most, because some prominent ACSians have come good, such as JJ Lin Junjie – a household name in the Chinese pop scene.
Perhaps it is a school culture, or just simply due to their family backgrounds, ACSians are indeed, on the whole, more concerned about fashion and looking good. For me, it is pretty much vanity at work, even though this is very much tied to an individual’s personality as well. It would be treading dangerous waters to wholly refer to all ACSians as fashionable.
On a positive note, I do find most ACSians to be highly expressive, based on empirical observations. They are unafraid to speak their mind if the situation beckons, and they are fairly eloquent communicators who are able to bring across their ideas effectively. On reflection, it may be due to this outspokenness that ACSians were deemed proud and snobbish in the first place.
However, the elitist image of ACS (I) lingers. It is not unusual to find families with different generations of ACSians under one roof. The older generations of English-educated Singaporeans enjoyed a higher level of material comfort in general because they were more relevant compared to their Chinese-educated peers in the process of Singapore’s economic development. And by being physically located in a rich neighbourhood at Dover Road, it is no wonder that ACS (I) is unlikely to shed its elitist tag anytime soon.
In all fairness, the likes of Raffles Institution and Hwa Chong Institution are no less elitist than ACS (I), simply because these schools only take in the crème de la crème of every graduating primary school cohort. It is perhaps out of convenience that people continue to perpetuate ACS (I) as the flagship for English elitism.
Conclusion
From my own experience of conceiving, believing, expressing and overcoming of my prejudice against ACSians, the lessons learnt are many. It is easy to form stereotypes regarding other groups due to differences in identity – Class, Personal or otherwise. Although there may be a good degree of truth in these stereotypes, most constitute negative connotations that glorify the perpetuator of the prejudice and denigrate the target of abuse. It is only through the venture beyond the superficial aspect, to get to know and understand the prejudiced group can we affirm or reject our stereotypes. Eventually, even if we are unable to overcome the differences that give rise to the prejudice, at least we should attempt to understand their point of view.
Celebrate difference, because culture is invisible without difference!
Monday, September 25, 2006
Term break, not term brake
How easy it was to slack through the wkend, wake up to a copy of the Straits Times, followed by a late brunch at the hawker centre, then return to watch tv, take an afternoon nap, have dinner, play mahjong and watch Da Chang Jin. Hehe...
I would have no complaints passing the whole week this way, if only I can afford though.
Term break is a time when the relentless wheels of the tutorials stop rolling for a week; the time when the alarm don't have to be set at 7.45am to be ready for the 8.30 lecture; the time to, basically, reflect, consolidate and prepare for the next half of the long haul, towards the final destination of EXAMINATIONS!!
Yucks.
Term break sounds rosy, until you are reminded of the assignments due, the presentations to prepare, the unfinished business with your FYP, and the upcoming quizzes ranging from telecommunications to cross cultural communications.
Voilà I'm back in 42-4-780 again. The only place where I can work. I tried bringing some notes and questions back home and forth without even taking a peek. Haha I suppose thatz what it means by drawing a clear divide between work and home, and I dun look like I can be a workaholic.
And the tidbits at home are making me fat. I need to come back to a NO-SNACK-ZONE to prevent ballooning. =p But Goodwood Park's durian snow skin is still as good as ever, yummy (and sinful!)
I would have no complaints passing the whole week this way, if only I can afford though.
Term break is a time when the relentless wheels of the tutorials stop rolling for a week; the time when the alarm don't have to be set at 7.45am to be ready for the 8.30 lecture; the time to, basically, reflect, consolidate and prepare for the next half of the long haul, towards the final destination of EXAMINATIONS!!
Yucks.
Term break sounds rosy, until you are reminded of the assignments due, the presentations to prepare, the unfinished business with your FYP, and the upcoming quizzes ranging from telecommunications to cross cultural communications.
Voilà I'm back in 42-4-780 again. The only place where I can work. I tried bringing some notes and questions back home and forth without even taking a peek. Haha I suppose thatz what it means by drawing a clear divide between work and home, and I dun look like I can be a workaholic.
And the tidbits at home are making me fat. I need to come back to a NO-SNACK-ZONE to prevent ballooning. =p But Goodwood Park's durian snow skin is still as good as ever, yummy (and sinful!)
Sunday, September 24, 2006
Which will be my car (next year) ?
Mazda 3
Mitsubishi Lancer Sport
Toyota YarisI think I have shortlisted my car, restricted by the $$$ factor of course! And yah, I want it red and sporty!
I welcome BMW 3 coupe as a present as well.
I welcome BMW 3 coupe as a present as well.
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Transport Fare hikes, and comments dissected
Bus and train fares to rise by 1 to 3 cents in October
By Sng Li Wei and Ahmad Osman
Sep 12, 2006
Bus and train fares will go up by 1 to 3 cents per trip from October 1, but needy families would be given transport vouchers to help them adjust to the higher fares.
The Public Transport Council (PTC) approved the 1.7 per cent fare increase today. It is lower than last year's 2.4 per cent increase, which affected all fare categories.
Note that the report starts by telling you that needy families are being taken care of so as to alleviate claims of hardships. Also, the 1.7% rise is lower than the last 2.4%. Yah yah... 1.7% is the maximum allowed lah, you think we are stupid?
Nearly a quarter of commuters are expected to pay the same fares, while slightly more than a third will have to pay one cent more.
Standard and single ticket fares, however, will remain the same, as well as monthly concession fares for students and national servicemen.
A large proportion - three quarters of commuters - are expected to pay more.
Concession fares are not raised because of the fear of further uproar.
Since the number of people using single trip tickets are almost negligible and the majority are foreign visitors who don't own ez-link card, we shall not raise it to welcome foreign talents and blunt the edges of the expected criticisms.
Mr Gerard Ee, chairman of the PTC, said that in approving the fare increase, the Council had taken care to ensure that fares remain affordable for the majority of commuters, but it also recognised that needy families would need some help to adjust to the higher fares.
"I am heartened to hear thar the public transport operators will be contributing resources in the form of transport vouchers to help needy families in coping with the fare increase by defraying some of their costs," he said.
"This is part of the Government's 'Many Helping Hands' approach where the government, community and grassroots organisations and the private sector all chip in to help."
For those facing financial hardship, help is available from the Citizens' Consultative Committees (CCCs) under their CCC ComCare Fund, which has disbursed $1.95 million to 12,500 cases since it was launched in July last year. The National Trade Unions Congress's "NTUC Care and Share Vouchers" initiative also helps union members from low-income families.
Crap. So generic, I can also say.
SMRT Corporation and SBS Transit have also contributed $1 million for public transport vouchers which will be distributed by the CCCs in October to needy families.
The 1.7% increase in fares is the maximum allowed under the new fare adjustment cap formula implemented by the PTC last year, and is expected to bring in an additional $9.9 million for SBS transit, but the bus operator said it would only provide "partial relief for the incereased costs pressures", according to a Straits Times report.
For SBS alone, they will in additional $10 million, of which they will contribute about $500k to the transport vouchers, which brings us a total rate of about 5%. Are we really that stupid?
Oh, how come the details on application of vouchers are not publicised? If I read the papers and dunno how to apply for them, you expect the poor and needy who dun read the papers to have access to such information? Wayang!
Reacting to the fare increase, Mr Cedric Foo, chairman of the Government Parliamentary Committee (GPC) for transport, said that the fare increase "seems quite fair" in view of the 20 to 30 per cent rise in fuel cost, which accounts for 15 to 20 per cent of the public transport operators costs.
Interesting how operating costs increased by 15 - 20% but ComfortDelGro continues to post record profits year after year.
He also welcomed the help schemes for needy Singaporeans.
The GPC would look for a better measure than the returns on total assets of public transport operators currently used here as a yardstick for a fare hike, he told AsiaOne.
“We think there can be a better measure like total shareholder return which can be compared to that of the public transport operators in other major cities,” he said, adding that the GPC would also get feedback from transport economists, commuters and public transport operators to see how Singapore could continue to have a first rate infrastructure with fair and equitable distribution of the costs.
Oh yeah, increase the fares first then we review the total shareholder returns from other cities. I told you, buy SBS shares, and rejoice each time fare rises!
Mr Seah Seng Choon, executive director of the Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) told AsiaOne that the increase "is affordable for most commuters."
He said: "Case is glad that there are schemes in place to help those in the low-income groups. We are also glad to note that concession pass holders are not affected by the increase.”
Case? What Case? No case lah.
Commuter Ms S. P. Chan, 52, a freelance writer, describing the increase as "reasonable", added: I hope the public transport companies will continue to strive to improve the public transport system. I also hope that hawkers will not use the fare hike as an excuse to jack up prices.”
I'm pretty sure I can find plenty of commuters who will give more pointed comments than "reasonable".
By Sng Li Wei and Ahmad Osman
Sep 12, 2006
Bus and train fares will go up by 1 to 3 cents per trip from October 1, but needy families would be given transport vouchers to help them adjust to the higher fares.
The Public Transport Council (PTC) approved the 1.7 per cent fare increase today. It is lower than last year's 2.4 per cent increase, which affected all fare categories.
Note that the report starts by telling you that needy families are being taken care of so as to alleviate claims of hardships. Also, the 1.7% rise is lower than the last 2.4%. Yah yah... 1.7% is the maximum allowed lah, you think we are stupid?
Nearly a quarter of commuters are expected to pay the same fares, while slightly more than a third will have to pay one cent more.
Standard and single ticket fares, however, will remain the same, as well as monthly concession fares for students and national servicemen.
A large proportion - three quarters of commuters - are expected to pay more.
Concession fares are not raised because of the fear of further uproar.
Since the number of people using single trip tickets are almost negligible and the majority are foreign visitors who don't own ez-link card, we shall not raise it to welcome foreign talents and blunt the edges of the expected criticisms.
Mr Gerard Ee, chairman of the PTC, said that in approving the fare increase, the Council had taken care to ensure that fares remain affordable for the majority of commuters, but it also recognised that needy families would need some help to adjust to the higher fares.
"I am heartened to hear thar the public transport operators will be contributing resources in the form of transport vouchers to help needy families in coping with the fare increase by defraying some of their costs," he said.
"This is part of the Government's 'Many Helping Hands' approach where the government, community and grassroots organisations and the private sector all chip in to help."
For those facing financial hardship, help is available from the Citizens' Consultative Committees (CCCs) under their CCC ComCare Fund, which has disbursed $1.95 million to 12,500 cases since it was launched in July last year. The National Trade Unions Congress's "NTUC Care and Share Vouchers" initiative also helps union members from low-income families.
Crap. So generic, I can also say.
SMRT Corporation and SBS Transit have also contributed $1 million for public transport vouchers which will be distributed by the CCCs in October to needy families.
The 1.7% increase in fares is the maximum allowed under the new fare adjustment cap formula implemented by the PTC last year, and is expected to bring in an additional $9.9 million for SBS transit, but the bus operator said it would only provide "partial relief for the incereased costs pressures", according to a Straits Times report.
For SBS alone, they will in additional $10 million, of which they will contribute about $500k to the transport vouchers, which brings us a total rate of about 5%. Are we really that stupid?
Oh, how come the details on application of vouchers are not publicised? If I read the papers and dunno how to apply for them, you expect the poor and needy who dun read the papers to have access to such information? Wayang!
Reacting to the fare increase, Mr Cedric Foo, chairman of the Government Parliamentary Committee (GPC) for transport, said that the fare increase "seems quite fair" in view of the 20 to 30 per cent rise in fuel cost, which accounts for 15 to 20 per cent of the public transport operators costs.
Interesting how operating costs increased by 15 - 20% but ComfortDelGro continues to post record profits year after year.
He also welcomed the help schemes for needy Singaporeans.
The GPC would look for a better measure than the returns on total assets of public transport operators currently used here as a yardstick for a fare hike, he told AsiaOne.
“We think there can be a better measure like total shareholder return which can be compared to that of the public transport operators in other major cities,” he said, adding that the GPC would also get feedback from transport economists, commuters and public transport operators to see how Singapore could continue to have a first rate infrastructure with fair and equitable distribution of the costs.
Oh yeah, increase the fares first then we review the total shareholder returns from other cities. I told you, buy SBS shares, and rejoice each time fare rises!
Mr Seah Seng Choon, executive director of the Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) told AsiaOne that the increase "is affordable for most commuters."
He said: "Case is glad that there are schemes in place to help those in the low-income groups. We are also glad to note that concession pass holders are not affected by the increase.”
Case? What Case? No case lah.
Commuter Ms S. P. Chan, 52, a freelance writer, describing the increase as "reasonable", added: I hope the public transport companies will continue to strive to improve the public transport system. I also hope that hawkers will not use the fare hike as an excuse to jack up prices.”
I'm pretty sure I can find plenty of commuters who will give more pointed comments than "reasonable".
Friday, September 08, 2006
ENTJ
Extroversion vs Introversion
I guess in a way, but only to certain people who I really know well. I can't seem to find the energy to be an extrovert in an unfamiliar setting. I know I can, but just don't want to. How about a introverted extrovert? Maybe I do miss having big cliques, but the problem seems that big group hinders speed and efficiency, something that I am not really prepared to give up.
Intuition vs Sensing
I think I actually borders on intuition and sensing. I do some things by intuition, basically thinking that I am right without actually knowing whatz going on exactly, and I am mostly right, I guess. Haha. But I am quite sensitive to the people around me, probably cos of my training in the CS minor and personal experiences. But, the more sensitive I become, the more difficult it seems to open up.
Thinking vs Feeling
This is quite obvious. I am more rational than feeling. Reflects in the things I use, buy and spend on. Clearly, the functional aspect far outstrips the emotional aspect. For one, I am unlikely to spend $50 on a pair of slippers any time soon. An exception is food - I believe in eating well, and it seems to reflect on me physically too. Lol.
Judging vs Perceiving
Yah, I am a facts person. I can't decide until I have the necessary information on my fingers. Hmm, that explains why I don't have many people to detest, because I don't perceive and I am too lazy to get the facts.
I guess in a way, but only to certain people who I really know well. I can't seem to find the energy to be an extrovert in an unfamiliar setting. I know I can, but just don't want to. How about a introverted extrovert? Maybe I do miss having big cliques, but the problem seems that big group hinders speed and efficiency, something that I am not really prepared to give up.
Intuition vs Sensing
I think I actually borders on intuition and sensing. I do some things by intuition, basically thinking that I am right without actually knowing whatz going on exactly, and I am mostly right, I guess. Haha. But I am quite sensitive to the people around me, probably cos of my training in the CS minor and personal experiences. But, the more sensitive I become, the more difficult it seems to open up.
Thinking vs Feeling
This is quite obvious. I am more rational than feeling. Reflects in the things I use, buy and spend on. Clearly, the functional aspect far outstrips the emotional aspect. For one, I am unlikely to spend $50 on a pair of slippers any time soon. An exception is food - I believe in eating well, and it seems to reflect on me physically too. Lol.
Judging vs Perceiving
Yah, I am a facts person. I can't decide until I have the necessary information on my fingers. Hmm, that explains why I don't have many people to detest, because I don't perceive and I am too lazy to get the facts.
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Untitled
I am not breathing easy - lotsa hard work this sem, FYP, HRM, even my elective modules like CS118 got 3 written papers and 1 presentation. All the work prompted me to look at the academic calendar to look for the term break - 23 September - 1 October.
But something else caught my eye - the second semester will be ending on 5 May 2007. That means I gotta go back to RSAF for work after that. Shrugz, I am not feeling especially excited, although the paycheck every month is going to come in very handy. I think life from May to August next year should be a breeze, with attachments to the ALD branches promising to be rather slack - can play soccer every day.
Over dinner with Gee Hock and Haoyang, they were talking about the networking nights and stuff, seems like I am missing out on the aspects of writing up a resume, networking with companies' senior management and the whole process of job hunting. Well, maybe the grass is always greener on the other side - I yearn for the job hunting process because I already have one.
Maybe. I'm feeling rather blue about being bonded now.
Haiz, all's not well with my schoolwork. I feel discouraged each time I think about being so far from first class. Not that the honours is especially important, but I feel I owe myself one to do well in NTU.
I need a break. Please come, my mid-term break!
But something else caught my eye - the second semester will be ending on 5 May 2007. That means I gotta go back to RSAF for work after that. Shrugz, I am not feeling especially excited, although the paycheck every month is going to come in very handy. I think life from May to August next year should be a breeze, with attachments to the ALD branches promising to be rather slack - can play soccer every day.
Over dinner with Gee Hock and Haoyang, they were talking about the networking nights and stuff, seems like I am missing out on the aspects of writing up a resume, networking with companies' senior management and the whole process of job hunting. Well, maybe the grass is always greener on the other side - I yearn for the job hunting process because I already have one.
Maybe. I'm feeling rather blue about being bonded now.
Haiz, all's not well with my schoolwork. I feel discouraged each time I think about being so far from first class. Not that the honours is especially important, but I feel I owe myself one to do well in NTU.
I need a break. Please come, my mid-term break!
Monday, September 04, 2006
I wanna learn Deutsch and 한글
I am inspired to pick up more languages.
I improve my German to conversant level, then I can start to write and talk to Christian and co in German.
Learning Korean will enable me to watch the drama in the original language to grasp the meanings better. Hmm maybe can pick up hot chicks from Korea as well, lol.
I improve my German to conversant level, then I can start to write and talk to Christian and co in German.
Learning Korean will enable me to watch the drama in the original language to grasp the meanings better. Hmm maybe can pick up hot chicks from Korea as well, lol.
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