snippets of my class blog

I cringe when I think of writing.

Do we really have to write?

I guess so.

Well, you can basically see how much I hate writing. But, I'm hoping that after this semester, I will see writing in a different perspective because as much as I hate it, I know that I will have to write, write, and write for the next forty years of my life (maybe more). I might as well start loving it.

Created on Monday, 01/19/2009 2:17 PM by Shin-Jing Lim

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When I was asked to write what I was thinking right at that moment in class, I was stuck. It seemed like at that point of time, many different things were going through my mind and I was not able to isolate one single thought. I like to think and daydream. Often before I go to bed, I will lie in bed and think of what happened that day and what is going to happen the next day. My thoughts will then wander and I will fall asleep eventually.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Created on Thursday, 01/22/2009 7:42 PM by Shin-Jing Lim

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It is during times like this I question my decision of coming to an unknown place, far from my family and everything that I am familiar with. It's Chinese New Year back home now and it's a time of reunion, a time to celebrate. But, here I am, writing a post and studying for a quiz. Why did I choose to come here?

Created on Sunday, 01/25/2009 11:03 PM by Shin-Jing Lim

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My conference went well and I felt a lot better after coming out of the room. I know I am always too hard on myself. But, it's difficult to change and become a more confident person in just one night. Call me a product of an Asian education. I'm a perfectionist and a sore loser.

Coming to college has definitely changed the way I view many things. Grades do not matter as much as they used to and I've learnt that there's usually no harm in trying out something new. Taking some risks definitely makes life more exciting.

Created on Tuesday, 01/27/2009 4:59 PM by Shin-Jing Lim

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I'm stuck at International House now and since I have no books with me, I just thought that I should blog. The peer review today went well, better than I thought. When Shelby read my draft, I found things that I want to change. I had fun in class today as well. I met many new people and that's keeping me happy on this cold day. To Esther, welcome to our class!

Created on Thursday, 01/29/2009 3:43 PM by Shin-Jing Lim

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Random tag after a good meal at Cosi...

1. Does it matter to you if your boyfriend or girlfriend smoke?

Yes, it does. Unfortunately. I hate, erm, not the people who smoke, but the act of smoking.

2. How about drinking?

Well, if he's not a heavy drinker, that's fine with me.

3. Do you like someone you can’t have?
Now? No.

4. If someone liked you right now, would you want them to tell you?
Maybe.

5. What’s your favourite sport?
It used to be netball. Now? It's too cold to play sports.

6. Its Saturday night, and you’re home alone… what do you do?
Read? Sounds dorky, but it's nice and relaxing. With a cup of coffee by my side, of course.

7. Do you like roller coasters?
I hate it when I'm on it, but when I see it, I want to go on it. Make sense?

8. When’s the perfect time to have a bf/gf?
I don't know.

9. If you could date any celebrity, who would it be?
Johnny Depp is kinda cute...

10. What are you doing this weekend?
Intercultural Leadership Program presentation, CNY celebration with other Asians, homework

11. What is your favorite restaraunt?
I can't name you one, but they're all over Malaysia.

12. Have you ever hugged someone?
Oh yes, I miss his hugs.

13. Ever kissed someone you weren’t attracted to?

THAT is going to be weird...

14. Do you like anyone right now?
Yea...

15. What is the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
I look at a person as a whole.

16. Which do you prefer, Beach or Mountains?
Beach baby!

17. What kind of phone do you have?
A sad Nokia 2610.

18. Computer or Laptop?

Indifferent.

19. Jeans or Sweats?

I love jeans, especially skinny jeans nowadays.

20. Which year(s) has/have been the best so far?
Each year has its own good and bad.

21. How old are you gonna be on your next birthday?

I'm going to have a 2 in front of my age!

22. What should you be doing right now?

Showering, then a bit of homework?

23. What is your favourite TV show?
TVB dramas...mou dak deng.

24. What’s been your last purchase?

textbooks. they cost a bomb!

25. Are you attracted to girls/boys that smoke?

Repelled by them, you should say.

26. Have you ever fallen on your butt in front of a crowd of people?
Oh yes, I slipped on ice the other day, while I was on my way to church.

27. What do you do when you’re at home?
Chill.

28. What is your favourite subject?
Economics for now.

29. What’s the best thing that’s ever happened to you?
Knowing my current bf.

The "little book" for writing

It's interesting and useful. Seriously.

blogging? er...

I have a feeling that I won't be blogging much anymore (not that I ever did anyway).

"Why?" you asked.

Well, it's because I have to contribute to my writing seminar's blog EVERY SINGLE day from Sunday till Thursday for the WHOLE semester. Talk about writing. -.-

But, I'm really excited about this class. I'm FINALLY going to learn how to write.

A new semester ahead of me. It's exhilarating.

It seems like it'll be a really busy semester though, with 6 classes (macroeconomics, calculus 3, chemistry, physics, writing, chemistry lab and MAYBE criminology) and maybe a job (fingers crossed). CommuniTech will require some commitment too. But, you know what? I have a feeling I will LOVE this semester!

dog or cat?

Excerpts from the diary of a dog:
8.00 a.m. Oh boy, dog food-my fav
9.30 a.m. Oh boy, a car ride-my fav
9.40 a.m. Oh boy, a walk-my fav
10.30 a.m. Oh boy, another car ride-my fav
11.30 a.m. Oh boy, more dog food-my fav
12.00 p.m. Oh boy, the kids- my fav
1.00 p.m. Oh boy, the yard-my fav
4.00 p.m. Oh boy, the kids again-my fav
5.30 p.m. Oh boy, Mom-my fav
6.00 p.m. Oh boy, playing ball-my fav
8.30 p.m. Oh boy, sleeping in my master's bed-my fav

Excerpts from the diary of a cat
Day 283 of my captivity. My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat while I'm forced to eat dry cereal. I'm sustained by the hope of escape and the mild satisfaction i derive from running a few piece of furniture. Tomorrow I may eat another houseplant. I attempted to kill my captors this morning by weaving through their walking feet. Nearly succeeded. Must try this strategy at the top of the stairs. Seeking to disgust and repulse these vile oppressors, i once again induced myself to vomit on their fav chair. Must try this on their bed. To display my diabolical disposition, I decapitated a mouse and disposited the headless body on their kitchen floor. They only cooed and condescended, patting my head and called me "strong little kitty". Hmm- not working according to my plan. Durin a gathering of their accomplices, I overheard that my confinement was due to my power of allergies. Must learn what this means and how to use it to my advantage.
I'm convinced the other household captives are flunkies, perhaps snitches. The dog is routinely released and seems naively happy to return. He is, no doubt, a half wit. The bird speaks with the human regularly. Must be the informant. I am certain he reports every of my move. Due to his current placement in the metal cage, his safety is assured, but i can wait. It is only a matter of time.

The day of a dog. The day of a cat. One content, the other conniving. One at peace, the other at war. One grateful, the other grumpy. Same house. Same circumstances. Same matter. Yet two entirely different attitudes?

WHICH ONE IS YOU?


p.s tis is the reason i've always adore dogs and dislike cats, well, besides the fact that cat used to scratch me when i were younger. call me bias- i am a DOG lover.

Making Decisions, URGH

Those who know me know that I hate making decisions.

"Why do I hate making decisions?", I ask myself.

1. Because I'm afraid of making the wrong decision.
2. Because I'm afraid that I'll regret in the future.
3. Because I'm afraid that better things will come after the decision is made.
4. Because I do not want to be responsible for the outcome of the decision.

In short, because I'm SCARED to make decisions.

These few days have been filled with decision makings - Should I go for summer school? Or should I follow my heart's desire and go home? But if I go home, what about my plans to do a dual degree? Will I be able to fulfill my plans? If I go home, what should I do? Should I go to Chicago before going home?

Even booking tickets made me dizzy... Which airline should I take? Should I fly through JFK or Philly? If I fly through JFK, how do I get to JFK? Will I be able to pack up and go home by May 13?

Thousands and thousand of questions flood through my mind every single minute. Those questions might seem irrelevant and petty. But, they constantly boggle my mind and in the end, all I want to do is...

SLEEP ~.~

New Year Resolutions-2009

hey peeps

this blog is so dead man..so i've decided to revive it by jotting down my not-so-important new year resolutions..i know..everyone's doin it..but..what is a NEW YEAR without resolutions rite? hehe

1) spend more time with family-i've been going out with friends so often that my dad complained he seldom see me at home..and so, this is my top priority this year..=)
2) grow closer to God-prayers, read Bible, serve in church, have fellowship
3) spend less, which means, less shopping =(-come on, it's global economy crisis. i think it's time for me to set my budget =_=
4) maintain my CGPA-well, my cgpa isn't that fantastic..but.i'm contented =P
5) pick up my piano-hai, my piano is so abandoned right now..it's master doesn't like to play it anymore
6) stay true to myself- i am not going to alter my personality juz to please others..come on, like me or get lost
7) be more sensitive to ppl around me- it's in the progress, trust me..hahah
8) take good care of myself-as in my skin, hair, weight-basically, d whole package la..lol

~alright, i can't think anymore..i will add on to the list, dun worry

HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone! =)