Help?

The wisdom tooth growing is really affecting the nerves to my brain. Growing to be wise is a painful process i guess. Like as if it is not depressing enough, my body decides to add another misery. Swollen left eye. Great, JUST GREAT.

Well, at least i got a reason to be in front of this computer rather than the books, for now at least.


UOL exams in exactly 2 months' time. *Gasp*

Q & A

To Passerby:
I think there's not much of choice, unfortunately. Im not trying to dampen your spirits but we have to be realistic too. Unless you wish to go directly into the workforce, i think getting your O levels cert will be the next best step. From what i know (maybe you can check their websites if you want to do your own research), even those private diplomas offered by private institutions such as SIM would only accept candidates with acceptable no. of credits from their 'O' level results. It depends on what course you wish to pursue. Perhaps a more specialized diploma offered by Laselle, NAFA for talented individuals in arts and design may have a better chance, if you do have the passion and talent.
Much being said, actually it depends on what you want to pursue in life. Once you know that, the path ahead is clear for you to choose for. Begin with the end in mind!

To Bobo:
Im not sure if the directives has changed over the past year, but as far as i know, YES you have to recourse the full pro-term again. That being said, the cadet would need to join the next batch of OCTs. I know, it sounds depressing. But going through army, especially command schools, is never easy. Good luck!

A little workout for the brain

Let me blow off the web dust on my blog!

Okay done.

Hi everyone! I'm not sure if anyone still read this blog, but heck! i shall still post this entry.
First of all, its been a fruitful past months that i went 'missing'. I was rather busy working with Inland Revenue of Singapore (IRAS) as a tax officer, Enforcement Division. What i did basically was picking up calls from taxpayers who has overdue taxes or filing. I would say it was rather nerve-wrecking at the start and as someone who doesn't spend much time talking on the phone, i felt a little restless now and then with the earpiece covered my ears. Worked there for about 3 months before I decided to leave the job to prepare myself to go back school!

YES... SCHOOL.

After 2 years in army, i would say it is a little weird yet something to look forward to. I suspect my brain is filled with dust and rust right now, and in need of serious clean-up. Oh.. regarding school, after 3 years of trying out for the local uni of NTU NUS and SMU, sadly for me, i did not make the cut to study in any of them. It was a real heart-breaker. REALLY. I did not cry over it though, but enough to make me to frame up the rejection letter and use that as a motivational piece. I wondered and pondered for few days after receiving the letter, where did i go wrong in choosing the courses and the appeals, but eventually i had to swallow the sour truth. The fact that i did not do well for my A Levels. Even with BCDC kind of grades did not make the cut, i have to admit, Singapore educational standards has risen up so quickly when actually with this same grades few years back, it can at least get me into a decent course.

Anyway, i knew i cannot just stop here. An alternative education route is just what i need. And so.. after weeks of serious consideration, listing out the best other possibilities and opportunities for my life, i finally made my decision. I chose to study in SIM Global Education - University of London taking up BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance. So here i am right now, waiting for school to start on 23rd Aug.

I would say it was not that hard in choosing the degree programme that i want. I knew i'm interested in, other than sports, it will be business and finance. I wanted a certain specialization either on banking, economics or accounting. And accounting was the one of the brighter prospects from the research i've made. So yes that's about it. I've made my decision.

Okay im really tired right now. I shall hit the bed right away.
I will continue soon okay. hopefully REAL soon. :)

P.S: Anyone in need of tuition? i hope i can start some tuition classes soon!

I shall dedicate this entry to the popular comedian, TV and radio personality Din Beramboi, or his real name, Mior Ahmad Fuad Mior Badri who passsed away recently due to Dengue Shock Syndrome.
It was a huge loss to the Malaysian entertainment industry. His death came as a shock to me because i have just started watching his latest show 'Spontan' in Astro Warna, or the malay equivalent of 'Who's line is it anyway?, and it has been my routine to watch it every night on youtube before going to sleep. I have always enjoyed watching his show, and his acting and funny antics on TV had never failed to make me laugh.



Salam takziah kepada keluarga Din.
Semoga rohnya dicucuri rahmat dan ditempatkan dikalangan orang-orang yang beriman.
Amin.

Post ORD

I've decided to blog since i just woke up and i can't sleep right now. Thought of sleeping early at 10.30pm but somehow the body decides to be active again at 2am. Weird.
Anyways, 3 full months has already past since i've last blogged! And i've realized many things had happened which i have yet to talk about it.

First things first, i have ORD!
Well.. at least a month ago actually.

So, like what usually 'Men' do after they got their Pink IC and much-awaited freedom from National Service, I've decided to take a break and enjoy every simple life's pleasure for now. At a start, i felt a little strange waking up in the morning, after subuh prayers, and i was asking myself "hmm.. what should i do next?" I was thinking maybe, should i go for a run? or should i go for my breakfast first? Wait.. are there breakfast ready for me in the first place? As much as Singaporean guys dislike/hate National Service, i have to admit i miss those physical trainings and the well planned-out meals, though it didn't went along well with my taste buds but i finished it anyway. It is the right amount of nutritional values and exercise regimes which made me grew up to a healthy 63kg guy, packed with a decent amount of muscle, well, at least if im compared to my old self back in JC. Im saying this, not because i wanted to go back army, but it is the discipline that has been instilled, is now diminishing fast upon the 'Operationally Ready Date'. Yeah.. so much so as being labelled operationally ready. Instead, S'porean guys are supposed to be afraid of being called upon anytime for war and fight for the country. Just a little reminder, the next time you exclaim "ORD OH!", be wary because it has also a hidden meaning of " 'Obviously Ready to Die' OH!"
haha. Don't tell i didn't warn you.


Finally got my LTA rank on the last day as an NSF. haha. so slow.

I've been bugged (in a good way) by a number of "is that you on TV" questions or equivalent lately. So let me clear the doubts, YES THAT'S ME. :)
Up to date in this year's itself, i've been in one of the episodes of a suria info-ed series (Testimoni on Hyrul Anuar) and a family gameshow (Hooray Hooray last episode), which is coming out tonight! I won't say im proud of this so-called breakthrough into the entertainment industry, but i won't say im hating it either. Let's just like say, im just trying out every opportunities and gaining new experience. Like in the case of Testimoni, it was just a post-ORD instinct. I was yet to get a job, so when the audition came about, i decided to give it a go. Never thought of getting role because it took me few weeks before i was called up. Even that i rejected it initially because of the role that i was supposed to bring across. For the benefit of those who didn't get to watch the episode, i acted as a cyber buaya looking for victims to fulfill sexual desires. I felt it was challenging for me, especially on an acting debut! Luckily it wasn't that bad afterall. In fact, i've enjoyed the experience. Making new friends with the casts, crew and the people behind the scene. And even if this going to be my only acting opportunity in life, im glad that at least i got to experience it. So again, do catch me tonight @ Suria 8.30pm!


The casts and crews of Testimoni.


The other two main casts i've worked together, Erny and Faizal.


The assistant producer, Iqah. Coincidentally both of us wore green on the last day of shoot. haha nice.

And after more than a month now, im sure you are asking me what i am doing currently, well basically im on a mission of doing odd jobs. An accidental one that is. I've wanted a temporary job which last me till end of July but i've yet to get one! Maybe because of my commitment on weekends that is. I kept getting 6-days/week job which i try to avoid because i need the weekends for soccer and family, really. Oh ya, forgot to mention. I'm currently playing in the National Football League (NFL) Division 2 with Borussia Zamrud FC, besides Team Orange under Equatorial Football League (EFL). So yeah, i would prefer to commit myself to a 5-days work week and the two teams, instead of the 6-days work week and didnt get to play soccer at all, since that one day-off might not be necessarily be on weekends. I've did some acting and calefares (Suria's Dikir Putri and Cinta Ixora too), and did some chocolate factory work alongside with the China workers (i've been pushed around by them in my own country. tak boleh accept sey! haha kidding. but really), and also part-time waitering with Grand Hyatt Hotel. So yeah.. that's basically about it. Odd jobs aren't that bad too. It gave me to experience the different kind of industries, the expectations and job scopes. It is not easy afterall in the working world. The important thing is, how much and how fast you can adapt to the environment as quickly as possible. :)

Okay, i'll stop here. I shall reserve my in-depth opinion on that once i got a temporary job. Haha. Goodnight people.

Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010.

Just as we all know, time flies very fast. It's already the end of the year! how fast was that?! I got soooooo much to update, hopefully i can squeeze everything inside. After reading up my last few entries i realized i've updated like.. once a month? NICE. i didnt even summarize my 2008 year! and now i feel the need to summarize my 2009.

the year TWO THOUSAND NINE was a very very good year indeed. I felt the need to count my blessings so alhamdullilah, it's been a memorable and smooth-sailing one. :) Undeniably, the best moment in 2009 will be the Commissioning Day. It has always been my dream to follow the footsteps of my war local hero, 2LT Adnan Bin Saidi, and being in his shoes now, i felt both the recognition given and the responsibilites i had to carry. What makes it more memorable was the journey i experienced during the 9 months of OCS. The friends i've made, the regimentation i've learnt and the military strategies i've gained were invaluable.

Come to think of it, im going to receive my additional bar soon as an LTA! It may look nice but that's another bar of responsibility given.

2009 was also the year when i volunteered to do something REALLY DIFFERENT. I had a choice not to raise up my hand when being asked "who wants to go HQ NCC??" but i chose to raise my hand anyway. It was that spur of the moment when you felt you want to be different from the others, without thinking what ppl might think of you for that kind of decision. and i remembered vividly, my officer instantly replied "EH KHAIRUL **** UP AH YOU?!" and i just laughed it away. i told myself "why not?" it's not like as if it's a REALLY bad place. well, i wanted to go NCC last time during sec sch, and didnt get selected coz i've already got a place in the soccer team. probably this should be my chance to 'so-called 'redeem what i didn't get the last time?? Well, no regrets from that day i raised up my hand. HQ NCC posting was a new challenge to me. Instead of dealing with recruits, men and the higher-ranking military personnel, i had to deal with civilians; cadet officers, cadets, teachers and even parents. It was a whole lot different from what i've learnt in army, but that's what i want, to learn as much as possible with the new challenges i have to face. :)

A typical day in the office.

2009 was also the FIRST TIME i've played for a weekend league team at a consistent basis. Thanks to my light schedule in HQ NCC, i can spend my weekends for my passion. Team Orange came to 'sign' me up with recommendation from CPT Clarence and im glad i've settled really well into the team!

Not only i get to enjoy my passion every weekend, i even won 3 awards recently during the 'gala award ceremony' at St Wilfried Field! hahaha. Player of the Year, Best New Signing & Golden Boot Award in season. :) even if im not going to play for the biggest club in the world and winning the Ballon D'Or with million of cashes in hand like Cristiano Ronaldo, i think this is enough for now. haha.

Moving ahead.. 2010 will an another crossroad in my life. A new chapter in life. Previous crossroad was the time when i chose JC over poly and it was something i've learnt to accept as the right one. And now.. this particular junction in my life is much more complicated. Maybe i've considered alot of options that's why. It's either studying at an overseas university or not, it's either take that army scholarship or not, it's either committing myself with professional soccer or not, or maybe do i still want to achieve my ultimate dream as a pilot? I wanted to achieve so many things in life but i realize i can't have everything. I need to make that right choice soon, VERY SOON. And that decision will ultimately decides the next 10 years of my life.

Let's make 2010 a better year for everyone. All i want for 2010 are, new perspectives to life, good health & wealth, and become a better person to my family, the society and God. Insyaallah. :)

Pieces - Red

wow.
im just into this song already.



too bad this song was from a Christian band. and they referred 'you' to Jesus. As a Muslim, we do not depict our God to have physical atttributes or relate it as one of us. So, by right, we could not 'see your face' as what wrote in the lyrics. Nevertheless, the song is very very nice i must say. (:

Simple Pleasures

I need to loose myself and start doing this, just like i used to.

Just do it

Don't stop.
Don't procrastinate.
Just keep going.

Q & A

To William:
The Cadet Conversion Course for BSLC crossovers to OCS is, as you know, the preparation of OCS and giving you a little taste of officership. The ability to initiate, think out-of-the-box, lead to perfection, and of course, maintain high level of integrity & discipline.

As far as i know, mine was a 2 weeks course. We went through 4 main aspects; technical handling in demolitions & GPMG, Standard Obstacle Course (SOC) which is a compulsory to pass, presentation on current world issues and leadership games & talks, and lastly a week of Pulau Tekong missions in both attack and defence.

The first 3 things won't be much of an issue (since i assumed, that's why you are chosen for!) but what's important is the 1 week of field camo itself. Be prepared to be appointed as a Platoon Commander/Sergeant and excel in it. It won't be an easy task but its not that hard too.

Just as to say, if you're chosen for this, you are automatically be presumed by the commanders that you are already a highly-motivated soldier who are willing to take that hard knocks along the way and learnt from it. Remember, the two weeks course is just a CONVERSION course. Meaning to say, they are just going to change your mentality from a newly-appointed Corporal to a Cadet. Surely, you will still feel unsettle when you first step into OCS, just like i do. But it should be just fine once you get used to it. (:


best moment.

Saturday Morning

For you i will - Teddy Geiger



These Walls - Teddy Geiger



I just love his songs man.

Heal The World

I've decided to change my blogskin... like finally. i can't exactly remember when i last did it, but i think it was roughly 4 years ago. Meaning, i have been sticking to that old blogskin for 4 years! That's quite a record. Haha. It's not that im lazy to do it(okay.. partly i admit), but i really really liked the old one. But, like an old wise man says, you have to move on and change for the better. In this rapidly-changing world, you have to constantly keep up with the pace with the society you are living in. Get it? Haha you know what i mean. At least a simple thing like, a new look for my blog, shows that im learning to accept with the changes happening around me.

Talking about a rapidly-changing world, i was sad to hear about the several disasters that has been happening recently. Just take a look at the 7.6-magnitude earthquake. Only in West Sumatra itself, it is feared that more than 1,300 people is dead. And to think about what happened to the 400 people having a wedding celebration in Pulau Air, all gone sucked 30m into the earth from a landslide. What does this shows about the earth and nature? Scientifically speaking, the earth is getting old and this 'rapidly-changing world', not only refers to the modern technology and infrastructure, but also to the climate and the environment that we are living in. It is just embarass to say that, as Modern Man is going into a new era, the ageing chart of the earth also grows exponentially. A Modern Man supposed to know exactly how to improve one's life, but on the same time, be conscious about the environment and not be selfish about his own well-being. In a religious point of view, as a Muslim, i have to say that people have the tendency to pray and in search of His help only when they are in need. It is important for us to have faith in our respectives beliefs and continously pray for the best of health and life. Don't lose hope when you are down and thank Him for the blessings you cherish.



Personally, i feel really blessed living in Singapore. Even if its just a small hot country which people complaint about, I would gladly say it is the safest place for us to live in, and that's the best thing you could ever ask for especially at this depressing period. So let's support and contribute whatever we can for our fellow friends out there who are in need of help. Be it prayers or donations of money or clothes or volunteer work, let's do something good today. Your small little effort might just be significantly important to someone. Make this world a better place. Insyaallah.

20 years of life

It's been a hectic time for me for the past weeks; that explains why i took a little more time to post this. Continue from where i stopped in the previous entry, the H1N1 probation period was finally lifted earlier than expected and therefore the flurry of activties kicked in like nobody's business. camps after camps, courses after courses, expeditions after expeditions and the list goes on. And the end of all these, HQ NCC had to bid farewell to an another group of ORD personnels. Mr Herald, Khairul Anuar, Riduwan and Raziff to name a few. Those endless support, guidance and company that i would cherish for a long time.

Hari Raya preparation this year was a little special for me, because after 15 years living in the same room, i decide to do an, what u called it, 'extreme makeover'. Not that extreme.. but both bro and me did quite a plan on our drawing board and think through thoroughly with a long list of exquisite ideas of designs. I would say its not bad for a start. This was my first ambitious plan with all the effort, time and money spent. Nevertheless, im not going to stop here. I'm very sure there's plenty more of an overhaul to come! :)

It's only an hour away from my 20th year! Wow.. that's fast. Im no longer a teen anymore. Meaning.. there's some things which i can't do such as:

• Collecting green packets on Hari Raya
• Hoping for mom to give me pocket money
• Relying on dad to fetch me whenever im stuck somewhere outside
• Getting a hairdo from my sis
• Asking my bro for advice whenever im stuck on what to wear for the day
  

Which also means.. i should start doing this:

• Be financially independent(saves up money from this last 4 months of NS!)
• Stand up firmly and say "It's okay makcik, im working already part-time"(though next time if im still unemployed after NS)
• Getting a car licence! (i enrolled for BBDC since 2008's July and i've yet to start on my first practical)
• I think Awal Ashaari's hair is nice in Syurga Cinta. But i dont think i suits that. Need to get a new hairstyle soon!
• Start wearing my own clothes & accessories (if u see in an all-look-good attire, that's not mine)

Being in this 20th age zone meaning responsibilities have grown way up even before we realized it. I knew someday i had to sacrifice some things to help out with the family. My parents has been tirelessly doing all the work at the market and there were times when i can see they are just in need of that extra helping hand to push a little harder, especially during the Hari Raya season. Our parents are not getting any younger by the day and its time for us to step up and contribute what we are capable of. You need to be there even when they didn't need you. Your presence and effort will be appreciated, i can assure that. If you are being sincere, that is.

After more than a month of inactivity in the gym, i finally started again this week. I've recently read about how Ryan Giggs kept his fitness up through pilates sessions and trained on his flexibility and core muscles, and with his current top form continues (he just assisted 2 goals against Stoke just now!), i just want to follow his footsteps! So.. from now onwards, you readers as my witness, to encourage me to sustain this gym regime and healthy fitness of mine. Thank you.

And with that, i want to end off with, Chelsea lost 3-1 to Wigan?!
Wait.. Manutd won 2-0 over Stoke both from Giggs's assists!
What do you know? They are the league leaders now!
That's a nice 20th birthday present.







Selamat Hari Raya to my dear readers! Maaf zahir dan batin.
May all of you have a blessing syawal for you and your family. :)