I am experiencing a bad case of writer's block, so I'm doing an old quiz that we DEDS came up with in 2002 to.. well, try and find out "info" about a certain someone! :)
Describe yourself in three words:
Crazy reclusive dreamer :)
Bad habit:
Thinking too much about things I can't change.
Rule of Life:
If you want something done well, do it yourself. I've had waaay too much experience with people doing stuff sloppily coz they just can't be bothered. I hate that!
Phrase that you use often:
Oh my lord in heaven!!!
If you were an animal, what kind of animal would you be?
A horse! Haha.. Coz my dad says I look like one when I run. Sigh. Is that a compliment, folks? Is it? Hah. Didn't think so.
Dream house:
Someplace quiet, surrounded by lots of trees.. It doesn't have to be big. Just really cozy. Nothing like the modern, glass and steel houses these days. I prefer the old-fashioned, woodsy types.
Most embarrassing moment:
EXPO 2001!!! Haha.. How the hell does one win a singing competition with a song like "I Cry"? *shakes head sadly* But I don't regret it.. it was quite an experience!
Rule of Love:
Hold nothing back. There is no point loving if you can't love with all your heart. The one you love deserves at least that much!
What would you most like people to know about you?
That I AM NOT SCARY! *growls* Haha. I'm really not. I'm actually really shy... That's why I don't mix too well with people I don't know. Honest!
How would your mum and dad describe you?
They call me "Chip" - y'know, the little teacup in Disney's Beauty and the Beast? Apparently I always seem to want to know what's going on! Hehe..
What's your earliest childhood memory?
Running away from home when I was 3! Three! Lol. I still have no clue how I came up with THAT idea, but I really did pack my little bag and walk out. 'Course, I couldn't go far.. coz I didn't know how to cross the road! :)
Are you a good judge of character?
I think so.. most of the time, anyway.
Are you romantic?
Oh, totally. But only with the right person.
What do you look for in a boyfriend?
You want the full list? Haha.. I thought not. Basically just that he loves me... I believe that if he does, he'll naturally be loyal, understanding, respect me, the whole nine yards.
What do you think of your singing abilities?
I can keep a tune. That's about the kindest thing I can say.
How good-looking do you think you are?
Oh I'm gorgeous! Heehee. I'm okay la.. Not ugly, but no supermodel either! (Could lose some weight though.. Sigh.)
Who was the last person you hugged?
My mummy! :)
What makes you smile?
My little cousins, talking to the IS-ers and my cousins, certain memories, daydreaming about a certain someone.. :)
When did you last bawl your eyes out?
Um.. Wednesday night? Lol. I seem to be "bawling my eyes out" a lot these days. Stress wei!
When did you learn about the birds and the bees?
I can't remember. In fact, I don't even remember HOW I found everything out!
Describe your bedroom.
It's big and bright, got a queen-sized bed, loads of space, all table tops and shelf tops are covered with books and notes,and I have the messiest dressing table in the history of mankind.
What's your most treasured possession?
My photo albums. They're full of very precious memories!
What do you worry about the most?
Exams!!!! And how I'm gonna get permission to travel someday...
When did you last totally lose your temper?
Wow. Um.. Quite some time ago. I get angry, but I haven't "totally" lost my temper in ages. Yay me!
What's your idea of a romantic evening?
A picnic on a deserted beach, just the two of us, then lying in each others arms while watching the sunset and listening to the waves. Top it off with a slow dance under the moonlight to the sound of the waves and him singing in my ear.. *sighs dreamily* Well, a girl can dream! :)
Friday, October 27, 2006
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
When You Say You Love Me
My favourite Josh Groban song.. It reminds me of someone very very special. You know who you are ;)
Like the sound of silence calling,
I hear your voice and suddenly
I'm falling, lost in a dream.
Like the echoes of our souls are meeting,
You say those words and my heart stops beating.
I wonder what it means.
What could it be that comes over me?
At times I can't move.
At times I can hardly breath.
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
You're the one I've always thought of.
I don't know how, but I feel sheltered in your love.
You're where I belong.
And when you're with me if I close my eyes,
There are times I swear I feel like I can fly
For a moment in time.
Somewhere between the Heavens and Earth ,
And frozen in time, Oh when you say those words.
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
And this journey that we're on.
How far we've come and I celebrate every moment.
And when you say you love me,
That's all you have to say.
I'll always feel this way.
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
In that moment, I know why I'm alive
When you say you love me.
When you say you love me.
Do you know how I love you?
Like the sound of silence calling,
I hear your voice and suddenly
I'm falling, lost in a dream.
Like the echoes of our souls are meeting,
You say those words and my heart stops beating.
I wonder what it means.
What could it be that comes over me?
At times I can't move.
At times I can hardly breath.
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
You're the one I've always thought of.
I don't know how, but I feel sheltered in your love.
You're where I belong.
And when you're with me if I close my eyes,
There are times I swear I feel like I can fly
For a moment in time.
Somewhere between the Heavens and Earth ,
And frozen in time, Oh when you say those words.
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
And this journey that we're on.
How far we've come and I celebrate every moment.
And when you say you love me,
That's all you have to say.
I'll always feel this way.
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
In that moment, I know why I'm alive
When you say you love me.
When you say you love me.
Do you know how I love you?
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
"I Want A Doggy!!!"*
*2-year-old Elaine, and Elaine every year since! :)
After spending time with Hugo the Gorgeous Golden Retriever today, I have made a decision:
I AM GONNA GET MYSELF A DOG!
Either a Lab or Golden Retriever.
Heck, I've always wanted one. Ever since I could talk. (I wanted a horse once, too.. but a terrace house is a tad impractical for horse rearing. Sigh. Blame it on Enid Blyton!!!!)
Unfortunately, I'll have to wait til I get a place of my own. Sigh. Coz fur aggravates my dad's asthma, and I can't have one at my aunt's place coz she has two chihuahuas. Who seem to think they're the size of St. Bernards, the way they act around bigger dogs. That is, until the dog in question decides to attack. Hehe.
Yeah, so all things considered, I'll have to wait a few more years before I can get myself my own dog. Argh! You'd think 19 years was a long enough wait. Sigh.
Oh well. All I can hope for now is that, if I ever get married, the guy will like dogs, be non-asthmatic, and have no dog-related allergies.
Phew.
Well, here's hoping!
After spending time with Hugo the Gorgeous Golden Retriever today, I have made a decision:
I AM GONNA GET MYSELF A DOG!
Either a Lab or Golden Retriever.
Heck, I've always wanted one. Ever since I could talk. (I wanted a horse once, too.. but a terrace house is a tad impractical for horse rearing. Sigh. Blame it on Enid Blyton!!!!)
Unfortunately, I'll have to wait til I get a place of my own. Sigh. Coz fur aggravates my dad's asthma, and I can't have one at my aunt's place coz she has two chihuahuas. Who seem to think they're the size of St. Bernards, the way they act around bigger dogs. That is, until the dog in question decides to attack. Hehe.
Yeah, so all things considered, I'll have to wait a few more years before I can get myself my own dog. Argh! You'd think 19 years was a long enough wait. Sigh.
Oh well. All I can hope for now is that, if I ever get married, the guy will like dogs, be non-asthmatic, and have no dog-related allergies.
Phew.
Well, here's hoping!
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Success..
I got this from A Joke A Day.. And it meant an awful lot to me coz it addresses a few of the struggles that I've been going through lately. People have been telling me more or less the same thing, but this feels like something of a confirmation, y'know? So I decided to share it with you guys...
YOU ARE A SUCCESS..
* WHEN you clearly understand that failure is an event, not a person - that yesterday ended last night, and today is a brand new day.
* WHEN you know that a success (a win) doesn't make you and that a failure (a loss) doesn't break you.
* WHEN you have made friends with your past, are focused on the present, and are optimistic about your future.
* WHEN you are filled with faith, hope, and love and live without anger, greed, guilt, envy, or thoughts of revenge.
* WHEN you are mature enough to delay gratification and shift your focus from your rights to your responsibilities.
* WHEN you know that failure to stand for what is morally right is the prelude to becoming a victim of what is criminally wrong.
YOU ARE A SUCCESS...
* WHEN you are secure in who you are, so you are at peace with your Creator and in fellowship with others.
* WHEN you have made friends of your adversaries and have gained the love and respect of those who know you best.
* WHEN you understand that others can give you pleasure but that genuine happiness comes when you do things for others.
* WHEN you give hope to the hopeless, love to the unlovable, and are pleasant to the grouch, courteous to the rude, and generous to the needy.
* WHEN you can look back in forgiveness, forward in hope, down in compassion, and up with gratitude.
* WHEN you know that the greatest are those who choose to be servants of all.
* WHEN you recognize, confess, develop, and use your given physical, mental, and spiritual abilities for the benefit of others.
YOU ARE A SUCCESS when you know that you have been a good and faithful servant of the Creator of the universe.
YOU ARE A SUCCESS..
* WHEN you clearly understand that failure is an event, not a person - that yesterday ended last night, and today is a brand new day.
* WHEN you know that a success (a win) doesn't make you and that a failure (a loss) doesn't break you.
* WHEN you have made friends with your past, are focused on the present, and are optimistic about your future.
* WHEN you are filled with faith, hope, and love and live without anger, greed, guilt, envy, or thoughts of revenge.
* WHEN you are mature enough to delay gratification and shift your focus from your rights to your responsibilities.
* WHEN you know that failure to stand for what is morally right is the prelude to becoming a victim of what is criminally wrong.
YOU ARE A SUCCESS...
* WHEN you are secure in who you are, so you are at peace with your Creator and in fellowship with others.
* WHEN you have made friends of your adversaries and have gained the love and respect of those who know you best.
* WHEN you understand that others can give you pleasure but that genuine happiness comes when you do things for others.
* WHEN you give hope to the hopeless, love to the unlovable, and are pleasant to the grouch, courteous to the rude, and generous to the needy.
* WHEN you can look back in forgiveness, forward in hope, down in compassion, and up with gratitude.
* WHEN you know that the greatest are those who choose to be servants of all.
* WHEN you recognize, confess, develop, and use your given physical, mental, and spiritual abilities for the benefit of others.
YOU ARE A SUCCESS when you know that you have been a good and faithful servant of the Creator of the universe.
Frus-nya!! :(
I used to be able to write down how I feel pretty accurately. The words were able to come out. Now they're only stuck up in my head, refusing to string themselves together into anything remotely coherent.
Sigh.
Could it also be that what I'm feeling cannot be described adequately? I've been searching and searching for a way to put it all down. It's frustrating feeling a certain way and not ever being able to describe it!
At least, it's frustrating to me. I always prided myself on my ability to express myself through my writing. Now.. Wooh. I seem to have lost THAT ability, along with quite a number of significant ones. Like the fact that my "memory of an elephant" has metamorphosised into the memory of good ol' Dory.
Double triple quadruple sigh.
On the bright side, though, what I'm feeling isn't negative. (If you ignore the frustration it creates.) For the first time in a long long time I'm not unhappy. Nor am I indifferent. I'm actually feeling HAPPY.
It's a good feeling, folks. That's why I'm so anxious to capture it. So that one day, when I'm feeling down, I can go back and read it and know that it's not impossible to feel true happiness. That it isn't some illusion I created in my head. Memories can be deceiving - that's why having tangible proof that I could feel like this is so important to me.
I don't ever want to forget.
Sigh.
Could it also be that what I'm feeling cannot be described adequately? I've been searching and searching for a way to put it all down. It's frustrating feeling a certain way and not ever being able to describe it!
At least, it's frustrating to me. I always prided myself on my ability to express myself through my writing. Now.. Wooh. I seem to have lost THAT ability, along with quite a number of significant ones. Like the fact that my "memory of an elephant" has metamorphosised into the memory of good ol' Dory.
Double triple quadruple sigh.
On the bright side, though, what I'm feeling isn't negative. (If you ignore the frustration it creates.) For the first time in a long long time I'm not unhappy. Nor am I indifferent. I'm actually feeling HAPPY.
It's a good feeling, folks. That's why I'm so anxious to capture it. So that one day, when I'm feeling down, I can go back and read it and know that it's not impossible to feel true happiness. That it isn't some illusion I created in my head. Memories can be deceiving - that's why having tangible proof that I could feel like this is so important to me.
I don't ever want to forget.
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Ah.. Another Nice One!
I found another song I like! Woohoo.. There's another Clay Aiken one I like too, but I'll post that one up later.
When I See You Smile - Bad English (covered by Clay Aiken)
Sometimes I wonder how I'd ever make it through
Through this world without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue
'Cos sometimes it seems like
This world's closing in on me
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me
Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you baby
And everything's alright
Everything's alright
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light
I see it shining right thru the rain
When I see you smile
Baby when I see you smile at me
Baby there's nothing in this world that could ever do
What a touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew
And when the rain is falling
I don't feel it
'Cos you're here with me now
And one look at you baby
Is all I'll ever need
It's all I'll ever need
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light
I see it shining right thru the rain
When I see you smile baby
Baby when I see you smile at me
Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in
I wanna quit the fight
Then one look at you baby
And everything's alright
Everything's alright
So right
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light
I see it shining right thru the rain
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
Baby when I see you smile
Smile at me
When I See You Smile - Bad English (covered by Clay Aiken)
Sometimes I wonder how I'd ever make it through
Through this world without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue
'Cos sometimes it seems like
This world's closing in on me
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me
Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you baby
And everything's alright
Everything's alright
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light
I see it shining right thru the rain
When I see you smile
Baby when I see you smile at me
Baby there's nothing in this world that could ever do
What a touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew
And when the rain is falling
I don't feel it
'Cos you're here with me now
And one look at you baby
Is all I'll ever need
It's all I'll ever need
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light
I see it shining right thru the rain
When I see you smile baby
Baby when I see you smile at me
Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in
I wanna quit the fight
Then one look at you baby
And everything's alright
Everything's alright
So right
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light
I see it shining right thru the rain
When I see you smile
I can face the world
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile
Baby when I see you smile
Smile at me
Monday, October 16, 2006
12 Things Elaine Has Recently Learned
Just some random stuff I've picked up on over the last week or so... Hehe.
1. Customer service people make stressful customers. At least, a certain stewardess does! *grins at Su* Poor Kenny Roger's waiter was probably cursing us! Oh well.. I suppose when you give good service, you expect it!
2. Teng Teng's prayers are super powerful - that lazy "lil" kid didn't wanna go to Gasing Hill for jogging yesterday.. And guess what. It thunderstorm-ed just as we were about to leave! Dang! I really have to get her to pray for my STPM.. Sure ace it one! Haha!
3. Trying to make pancakes shaped like anything other than pancakes is not a good idea. They tend to end up un-eatable. Sigh. But they looked good though!!! (Although my "E" kinda ended up looking like an "M". Oh well.. I've never claimed to be artistic!)
4. It isn't a good idea to put baby brothers in charge of carrying A&W Root Beer floats. Especially one you've been craving for all day. They tend to end up on the floor of the car. *sighs mournfully*
5. I am officially the official mosquito restaurant of the house. My legs look like I've got some kind of scary disease! Ugh! *grumbles* Bloody blood suckers. Hmph.
6. American high school movies ala American Pie are nothing but exercises in lame-ity. Just like that word was. Also an excuse for some rather sad excuses of thespians to flaunt their - better assets. Which in this instance definitely doesn't include the mind.
7. It's nice being almost the same size as my mother. I don't have to pack so many clothes when I go back to Klang! Yay! (Plus mum has a few tees that are nicer than mine... Hehe.)
8. Westlife's coming out with a new album! Yiiiipppeeeee! *jumps up and down screaming hysterically* Um. Right.
9. It is not a good idea to mix Dewar's, Smirnoff and Tiger. One tends to find one's self in an alternate reality. Where one's only concern is the location of one's handphone. And cursing said handphone when intended callee doesn't pick up. Even when one knows that there's a perfectly valid reason for that.
10. The Cousins are planning a loooong sleepover! WooOooHoooO! It's about time is al I have to say!
11. I haven't got any books with substance to read. None. Therefore I am stuck reading Enid Blyton's Famous Five books. For the 3568713268th time. And heck.. I'm actually enjoying them immensely! (She does tend to make me hungry though.. Sigh.)
12. High School Musical was actually kinda nice. I liked the choreography... and one song. Although I can't remember what it's called at this present moment in time. It'll probably get stuck in my head once I do, though. Argh in advance!
Okay. I'm done!
1. Customer service people make stressful customers. At least, a certain stewardess does! *grins at Su* Poor Kenny Roger's waiter was probably cursing us! Oh well.. I suppose when you give good service, you expect it!
2. Teng Teng's prayers are super powerful - that lazy "lil" kid didn't wanna go to Gasing Hill for jogging yesterday.. And guess what. It thunderstorm-ed just as we were about to leave! Dang! I really have to get her to pray for my STPM.. Sure ace it one! Haha!
3. Trying to make pancakes shaped like anything other than pancakes is not a good idea. They tend to end up un-eatable. Sigh. But they looked good though!!! (Although my "E" kinda ended up looking like an "M". Oh well.. I've never claimed to be artistic!)
4. It isn't a good idea to put baby brothers in charge of carrying A&W Root Beer floats. Especially one you've been craving for all day. They tend to end up on the floor of the car. *sighs mournfully*
5. I am officially the official mosquito restaurant of the house. My legs look like I've got some kind of scary disease! Ugh! *grumbles* Bloody blood suckers. Hmph.
6. American high school movies ala American Pie are nothing but exercises in lame-ity. Just like that word was. Also an excuse for some rather sad excuses of thespians to flaunt their - better assets. Which in this instance definitely doesn't include the mind.
7. It's nice being almost the same size as my mother. I don't have to pack so many clothes when I go back to Klang! Yay! (Plus mum has a few tees that are nicer than mine... Hehe.)
8. Westlife's coming out with a new album! Yiiiipppeeeee! *jumps up and down screaming hysterically* Um. Right.
9. It is not a good idea to mix Dewar's, Smirnoff and Tiger. One tends to find one's self in an alternate reality. Where one's only concern is the location of one's handphone. And cursing said handphone when intended callee doesn't pick up. Even when one knows that there's a perfectly valid reason for that.
10. The Cousins are planning a loooong sleepover! WooOooHoooO! It's about time is al I have to say!
11. I haven't got any books with substance to read. None. Therefore I am stuck reading Enid Blyton's Famous Five books. For the 3568713268th time. And heck.. I'm actually enjoying them immensely! (She does tend to make me hungry though.. Sigh.)
12. High School Musical was actually kinda nice. I liked the choreography... and one song. Although I can't remember what it's called at this present moment in time. It'll probably get stuck in my head once I do, though. Argh in advance!
Okay. I'm done!
Monday, October 09, 2006
INSANELY SANERS ALERT!
This post is just for the Insanely Saners.. I guess only they will know what I'm talking about anyway. I don't have time to write anything right now, so... I'll do that soon, though, I promise!!
IS-ers... The Official Noticeboard's back up! I've already posted something, which I REALLY need your feedback on. I know Ee May has news, and Jen, too. And Jules.. you SO need to update us properly on your life!
Anyway, it'd be cool if you guys could go post stuff too! If you need the username and password, just let me know and I'll email 'em to you! :)
This way, we don't have to wait til we see each other online, coz at the rate our lives are going at the moment, those opportunities are gonna be few and far between!
I love you guys! And I miss you all so so so so much!
(Speaking of which.. Jen. We GOTTA plan a breakie date soon! I mean, hello! We're the only 2 still around, and we haven't seen each other in what, 2 months? Unbelievable! So.. yeah. Let me know when you're free, girl!!!! *hugs*)
IS-ers... The Official Noticeboard's back up! I've already posted something, which I REALLY need your feedback on. I know Ee May has news, and Jen, too. And Jules.. you SO need to update us properly on your life!
Anyway, it'd be cool if you guys could go post stuff too! If you need the username and password, just let me know and I'll email 'em to you! :)
This way, we don't have to wait til we see each other online, coz at the rate our lives are going at the moment, those opportunities are gonna be few and far between!
I love you guys! And I miss you all so so so so much!
(Speaking of which.. Jen. We GOTTA plan a breakie date soon! I mean, hello! We're the only 2 still around, and we haven't seen each other in what, 2 months? Unbelievable! So.. yeah. Let me know when you're free, girl!!!! *hugs*)
Friday, October 06, 2006
The KLCC CWs!
Sharm, Steph and I went to KLCC on Tuesday to.. unwind. Okay, so I'm lying. We actually went there to - get this - eat! Haha! What, though, we didn't know. We ended up eating at the Manhattan Fish Market, and before you all go, "WHAT? ELAINE EATING FISH?!!!", I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, and the fish there actually tasted pretty damn good!
Anyway, after a stint at Starbucks (which we frequent like as if we're the daughters of Ringgit manufacturers), we went to our usual hang out, KLCC Park, to um.. there really is no better way to put this.. cam-whore. Haha!
Here are some of the pics taken.. and a couple taken at home! :)
My "twin" and I.. Um. That's the opinion of others, NOT our own! Does anyone see the resemblance? (Other than in choice of clothes colours la!!)
What ya starin' at? Eh? Don't you be messin' with us, or we'll.. we'll.. take a picture with you!
Chillin' on the grass (to borrow a Stephy phrase *winks*).. This was after we were turned into the equivalent of a flower garden by a couple of Bangladeshi tourists! Haha.. Oh God's punishing us for our cam-whoric ways!!
Lyin' on the grass at KLCC Park.. The things that we do for pictures! *shakes head sadly*
The three 87'ers! I love my two big "sisters" so so so much!!! We do have the strangest, funnest times, don't we girls? :)
Back home, in front of Aunty Ivy's flower cart thing! There are ORCHIDS in it! ORCHIDS, I TELL YOU! :D
Anyway, after a stint at Starbucks (which we frequent like as if we're the daughters of Ringgit manufacturers), we went to our usual hang out, KLCC Park, to um.. there really is no better way to put this.. cam-whore. Haha!
Here are some of the pics taken.. and a couple taken at home! :)
My "twin" and I.. Um. That's the opinion of others, NOT our own! Does anyone see the resemblance? (Other than in choice of clothes colours la!!)
What ya starin' at? Eh? Don't you be messin' with us, or we'll.. we'll.. take a picture with you!
Chillin' on the grass (to borrow a Stephy phrase *winks*).. This was after we were turned into the equivalent of a flower garden by a couple of Bangladeshi tourists! Haha.. Oh God's punishing us for our cam-whoric ways!!
Lyin' on the grass at KLCC Park.. The things that we do for pictures! *shakes head sadly*
The three 87'ers! I love my two big "sisters" so so so much!!! We do have the strangest, funnest times, don't we girls? :)
Back home, in front of Aunty Ivy's flower cart thing! There are ORCHIDS in it! ORCHIDS, I TELL YOU! :D
Just A Thought..
Why do people fight? Why do we tear each other down, just so we can have the upper hand? Is it really so hard to have a discussion, rather than an argument?
Oh sure, it's perversely satisfying to unload all our frustrations onto someone else, make them a human dartboard. But who do we hurt in the long run? Does lashing out at others because we don't have our own lives in order make us feel any better?
How could it, though? To live with the knowledge that we knowingly hurt someone else just to make ourselves feel "superior" or whatever... I don't see how anyone could! And it's a vicious cycle, really. If we're in the habit of lashing out.. then the worse we feel, the more we take it out on the people around us!
Sometimes it's important to acknowledge that we're human, that we make mistakes. And that our judgment isn't 100 % perfect. We need other people, those who are better at certain things than we are... and we should be humble enough to at least take into consideration the advice they offer.
Life isn't always as Ol' Blue Eyes says. Sometimes doing it our way isn't the right way. Whatever decisions we make should be based on what's BEST, not just what "I want" to do. If we live life solely for "I", then what about everyone else?
We're not alone in this world. And I suppose it'd be the best thing if everyone learned to remember that.
Oh sure, it's perversely satisfying to unload all our frustrations onto someone else, make them a human dartboard. But who do we hurt in the long run? Does lashing out at others because we don't have our own lives in order make us feel any better?
How could it, though? To live with the knowledge that we knowingly hurt someone else just to make ourselves feel "superior" or whatever... I don't see how anyone could! And it's a vicious cycle, really. If we're in the habit of lashing out.. then the worse we feel, the more we take it out on the people around us!
Sometimes it's important to acknowledge that we're human, that we make mistakes. And that our judgment isn't 100 % perfect. We need other people, those who are better at certain things than we are... and we should be humble enough to at least take into consideration the advice they offer.
Life isn't always as Ol' Blue Eyes says. Sometimes doing it our way isn't the right way. Whatever decisions we make should be based on what's BEST, not just what "I want" to do. If we live life solely for "I", then what about everyone else?
We're not alone in this world. And I suppose it'd be the best thing if everyone learned to remember that.
Thursday, October 05, 2006
*sniffles*
OMG, guys, have you heard this song by Craig David? I bet the IS-ers have! Anyway, to the point, I'm usually not such a big CD fan.. but this song just SOOOO does me in! I mean, I go all icky and squishy (lol!) inside whenever I hear it! *sighs dreamily*
Haha.. Those who know me will probably know why, though. PLUS ol' Craig really DOES have a dreamy voice.. Even if I'm one of the few girls around who doesn't think he's the hottest thing since roasted marshmallows. Hehe..
Anyway, if you haven't heard it already, PLEASE go hear it! Although I warn you.. it's a ballad. In case you didn't deduce that already :)
Enjoy, people!!!
Unbelievable ~ Craig David
Always said I would know where to find love,
Always thought I'd be ready and strong enough,
But some times I just felt I could give up.
But you came and changed my whole world now,
I'm somewhere I've never been before.
Now I see, what love means.
It's so unbelievable,
And I don't want to let it go,
Something so beautiful,
Flowing down like a waterfall.
I feel like you've always been,
Forever a part of me.
And it's so unbelievable to finally be in love,
Somewhere I'd never thought I'd be.
In my heart, in my head, it's so clear now,
Hold my hand you've got nothing to fear now,
I was lost and you've rescued me some how.
I'm alive, I'm in love you complete me,
And I've never been here before.
Now I see, what love means.
It's so unbelievable,
And I don't want to let it go,
Something so beautiful,
Flowing down like a waterfall.
I feel like you've always been,
Forever a part of me.
And it's so unbelievable to finally be in love,
Somewhere I'd never thought I'd be.
When I think of what I have,
and this chance I nearly lost,
I cant help but break down, and cry.
Ohh yeah, break down and cry.
It's so unbelievable,
And I don't want to let it go,
Something so beautiful,
Flowing down like a waterfall.
I feel like you've always been,
Forever a part of me.
And it's so unbelievable to finally be in love,
Somewhere I'd never thought I'd be.
Now I see, what love means
Haha.. Those who know me will probably know why, though. PLUS ol' Craig really DOES have a dreamy voice.. Even if I'm one of the few girls around who doesn't think he's the hottest thing since roasted marshmallows. Hehe..
Anyway, if you haven't heard it already, PLEASE go hear it! Although I warn you.. it's a ballad. In case you didn't deduce that already :)
Enjoy, people!!!
Unbelievable ~ Craig David
Always said I would know where to find love,
Always thought I'd be ready and strong enough,
But some times I just felt I could give up.
But you came and changed my whole world now,
I'm somewhere I've never been before.
Now I see, what love means.
It's so unbelievable,
And I don't want to let it go,
Something so beautiful,
Flowing down like a waterfall.
I feel like you've always been,
Forever a part of me.
And it's so unbelievable to finally be in love,
Somewhere I'd never thought I'd be.
In my heart, in my head, it's so clear now,
Hold my hand you've got nothing to fear now,
I was lost and you've rescued me some how.
I'm alive, I'm in love you complete me,
And I've never been here before.
Now I see, what love means.
It's so unbelievable,
And I don't want to let it go,
Something so beautiful,
Flowing down like a waterfall.
I feel like you've always been,
Forever a part of me.
And it's so unbelievable to finally be in love,
Somewhere I'd never thought I'd be.
When I think of what I have,
and this chance I nearly lost,
I cant help but break down, and cry.
Ohh yeah, break down and cry.
It's so unbelievable,
And I don't want to let it go,
Something so beautiful,
Flowing down like a waterfall.
I feel like you've always been,
Forever a part of me.
And it's so unbelievable to finally be in love,
Somewhere I'd never thought I'd be.
Now I see, what love means
Um. I Cannot Think Of A Title. Hehe.
David's leaving to go for his driving trial. His test's next week. Wooohoo! I can't wait for him to get his license.. so that I won't have to drive him around anymore. He can drive me! *dances 'round room gleefully*
There are days when I wish time would pass more slowly, that I will actually have the time to savour these last few days of my er, childhood, so to speak. I don't know why, but I've always associated "20" with enormous responsibility... an age where excuses dry up, and you really have to take credit or blame for any action. That scares me. But I suppose it's inevitable. The smart thing to do right now would be to face up to it, instead of running and hiding under the bed.
Other days, however, I want time to speed up! I want this year to be over, so I can work and save. If only I could earn enough in 3 months to go where I want to go, I'd work day and night to accomplish it! But unfortunately for me.. I don't only have finances to take into consideration. And believe me, it's easier to get a Visa to Israel than to get permission from my dad to let me go where I want to. Sigh. But I'm gonna try anyway!
Resolve is such a.. motivating thing. Lol. But in my case, I have a lot more than "I want" pushing me. This case is more of an "I NEED". Which makes it even stronger. The motivation, I mean.
I s'pose I might be looking too far ahead. I should take it one day at a time, and see how this goes. It's hard though. Because all I can seem to think about is where this'll lead. I know where I WANT it to go. But you never really know with life, do you?
Positiveness, Elaine! That is the key!
Now if only I can remember that...
There are days when I wish time would pass more slowly, that I will actually have the time to savour these last few days of my er, childhood, so to speak. I don't know why, but I've always associated "20" with enormous responsibility... an age where excuses dry up, and you really have to take credit or blame for any action. That scares me. But I suppose it's inevitable. The smart thing to do right now would be to face up to it, instead of running and hiding under the bed.
Other days, however, I want time to speed up! I want this year to be over, so I can work and save. If only I could earn enough in 3 months to go where I want to go, I'd work day and night to accomplish it! But unfortunately for me.. I don't only have finances to take into consideration. And believe me, it's easier to get a Visa to Israel than to get permission from my dad to let me go where I want to. Sigh. But I'm gonna try anyway!
Resolve is such a.. motivating thing. Lol. But in my case, I have a lot more than "I want" pushing me. This case is more of an "I NEED". Which makes it even stronger. The motivation, I mean.
I s'pose I might be looking too far ahead. I should take it one day at a time, and see how this goes. It's hard though. Because all I can seem to think about is where this'll lead. I know where I WANT it to go. But you never really know with life, do you?
Positiveness, Elaine! That is the key!
Now if only I can remember that...
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
More Party Pics
Hello! I know the Aussies and Uncle Jerome come to my blog sometimes, so I thought I'd put up more of the pics Jono has sent me for you guys to see! We had a lot of fun that day.. If you guys coulda been there it would've been even fun-ner! :) Lots of love xxx
The standard group pic.. But I think we all look great in it, don't you? Especially the 2 guests of honour! (And no, I don't mean the two kids :P)
Ethan and Ashley! Aren't they just the most adorable things you've ever seen? I love them to death!
Uncle Freddie and his family.. Bunch of little monkeys! :) But they're so lovable, you'll forgive them anything!
The standard group pic.. But I think we all look great in it, don't you? Especially the 2 guests of honour! (And no, I don't mean the two kids :P)
Ethan and Ashley! Aren't they just the most adorable things you've ever seen? I love them to death!
Uncle Freddie and his family.. Bunch of little monkeys! :) But they're so lovable, you'll forgive them anything!
Wow! They're behaving! Well.. almost. But this is a pretty good picture! I love my baby cousins! And yeah.. my uncle and aunt too. Haha..
Okay.. I have to go now. Will put up a few more next time. Bye people!
Sunday, October 01, 2006
Short One..
Not much to post today, except that I have TOTALLY pigged out this weekend! I think I ate at least 6 ais krim potongs! Oh lordy. I am sooo gonna be the hippo David keeps calling me if I keep this up! Oh, and the Tim Tams in the fridge aren't exactly helping matters. Ooh boy. Darn my fat thighs!
Okay, peeps.. I heard this song again while having lunch at Monte's - this great restaurant in Bangsar - today after SUCH a long time, and I fell in love with it all over again! Now I know why it used to be one of my favourite songs, mushy though it is! I'm gonna post the lyrics again - the last time I did it was 2 years ago, so I figure it won't hurt to post 'em again. Hehe. Enjoy!
Whenever You Call - Mariah Carey and Brian McKnight
Love wandered inside
Stronger than you
Stronger than I
And now that it has begun
We cannot turn back
We can only turn into one
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
And I'll always remember
The part of you so tender
I'll be the one to catch your fall
Whenever you call
And I'm truly inspired
Finding my soul
There in your eyes
And you
Have opened my heart
And lifted me inside
By showing me yourself
Undisguised
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
And I'll always remember
The part of you so tender
I'll be the one to catch your fall
Whenever you call
And I will breathe for you each day
Comfort you through all the pain
Gently kiss your fears away
You can turn to me and cry
Always understand that I
Give you all I am inside
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
And I'll always remember
The part of you so tender
I'll be the one to catch you fall
Whenever you call
Okay, peeps.. I heard this song again while having lunch at Monte's - this great restaurant in Bangsar - today after SUCH a long time, and I fell in love with it all over again! Now I know why it used to be one of my favourite songs, mushy though it is! I'm gonna post the lyrics again - the last time I did it was 2 years ago, so I figure it won't hurt to post 'em again. Hehe. Enjoy!
Whenever You Call - Mariah Carey and Brian McKnight
Love wandered inside
Stronger than you
Stronger than I
And now that it has begun
We cannot turn back
We can only turn into one
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
And I'll always remember
The part of you so tender
I'll be the one to catch your fall
Whenever you call
And I'm truly inspired
Finding my soul
There in your eyes
And you
Have opened my heart
And lifted me inside
By showing me yourself
Undisguised
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
And I'll always remember
The part of you so tender
I'll be the one to catch your fall
Whenever you call
And I will breathe for you each day
Comfort you through all the pain
Gently kiss your fears away
You can turn to me and cry
Always understand that I
Give you all I am inside
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
I won't ever be too far away to feel you
And I won't hesitate at all
Whenever you call
And I'll always remember
The part of you so tender
I'll be the one to catch you fall
Whenever you call
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