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Sunday, December 25, 2005
The very this day last year was absolutely splendid - because I had a great time at this Special Person(SP)'s house. In contrast, this year, there wasn't even any exchange between this SP, SP's family and I. I feel terrible. They have treated me dearly, and have already settled down in a corner of my heart. I do not wish to find any excuses for myself, but it was plain forgetfulness and I lost track of the time while rushing through my holiday assignments. I really feel bad.
Well, I'm not sure why, but they have always been in my mind. Maybe because I've not learnt to let go yet? Just learnt how to live without this SP and SP's family? I read about this blog, http://trompeloeil.blogspot.com, on the Straits Times and decided to read it. The post, "Easing the Door Shut", is a really good post. It really got my eyes a little wet because it brings back memories. Well, you guys should read some other of his/her posts, because it's really not bad.
Well, frankly speaking, my age is inversely proportional to the interest and enthusiasm towards Christmas; basically because Christmas is so near to the day school reopens. To make things worse, examinations become more and more important as I further my studies. And next year is the year I am going to sit for my 'A'Levels Examinations. Christmas is almost lost.
Looking back, the importance and significance of having Christmas diminishes year-after-year after I realise the existence of Santa is nothing but a story. Thinking again, if I'm not wrong, Christmas is actually all about caring and sharing, celerating the birth of Christ, and that's why there's the exchange of gifts and family reunions. Yet, I don't feel the Christmas spirit - sad but true. I hate to face this fact. Reality sucks.
Thankfully, our family actually tried gathering at my aunt's house to have a Christmas lunch, though not all of them were present. Looking at my cousins, who were so little and tiny a few years back, makes me realise time really f**king flies. The adults were also aging. As I scanned through the dining hall, I kept wondering what will all our futures be like. Will we still be gathering? Will we be blinded by greed like most Singaporeans already are? Maybe I think too much.
Anyway, I have 1 Christmas present which ain't that bad, you know? Haha. It's a book of Sudoku puzzles from my aunt on the maternal side. She's the one who always gives presents. Courteous too. I've always liked her, ever since I saw my uncle marry her. NOT AS IN THAT KINDA LIKED, but you know... yeah. Maybe I should get her something next year. May god bless her.
Hmmm, well, I think I'm going off now, to start on the Sudoku puzzles. :) Shall update before school reopens if I can. Meanwhile, Merry Christmas to everyone! May the Christmas spirit be up again, spreading the spirit of "care and share".
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Rash. Don't you think the Australians, who are targeting at people of the middle-eastern descent, are too rash?
Firstly, not all Islam-followers are terrorists or a part of the attacks. Secondly, if they start beating and killing these people, don't you think these people will end up resenting the Westerners more; and in the end believing that the terrorists are doing the right thing - bombing?
At this point of time, when terrorism is invisible and could be present anywhere and everywhere, social defence is important, man. In addition, what terrorism rely on is the recruitment of people. No people, no terrorists. Moreover, in my opinion, I believe the terrorists bomb places to instill hate towards the Muslims so that the Muslims will head towards the terrorists for help - out of despair. If our Muslim brothers and sisters do not resent or hate any part of the country they live in, there's no reason why they should join forces with the terrorists.
SO, the bottom line here is that I'm worried, something that's much more undesirable than the clashes, is imminent.
Song recommendation: My Chemical Romance - Cemetery Drive
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
The day school-reopens is drawing really near, which means the long-awaited holidays will be over. I'm carrying a heavy burden as I'm typing this post, because I still have tonnes of holiday assignments that are yet to be completed. These assignments include Math(thankfully I completed this), Physics, Chemistry and the always dreaded GP. GP is like a soporifc tune which really makes me drowsy and sleepy. Well, sadly but realistically, GP is pivotal in getting me a place in the local universities. Therefore, I have to get a Black King Bar(it's an item in DOTA that gives immunity to spells) somehow so as not to be affected by the evil spell of sleepiness.
Anyway, I'm writing this post because my little pal, wennee, is squealing for me to update. =D
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Are maids that important in the present world? How do you ensure that you pick The ONE? Do you think your standards are too high? Will you be able to trust them?
Well, statistically, more maids have been employed, and inevitably, more abuse cases are reported as well. I read an article recently talking about how generous this employer, a doctor, is to his maid; for example, bringing the maid's daughter to Singapore to study and pay her school fees. I was seriously appalled at how generous this guy is; and as I expected - he is not a pure Singaporean, but a hong-konger who came to Singapore. His generosity and kindness is laudable. However, I will not deny the fact that I'm generalising, but frankly speaking, I think Singaporeans are on the stingy side.
And so, coming to this stingy part of Singaporeans, I think some really go too far; for example, paying the maid as little as the former can, and expects her to slog 24/7. With regards to this, the employer I talked about above, said something that was printed on the papers, "Maids have emotions and feelings too." I very much agree with this statement.
I've had maids, I have seen maids crying(not my maid of course - I'm no sadist). Some maids are really good, but some are really foolish. The good ones are super efficient, learn fast, usually demure, soft-spoken and really loves kids. I'm not generalising, the stated qualities come in a "package" - I swear. Usually those who are considered good by my aunts, uncles and parents have these qualities. Those that aren't good COULD have these qualities, but have "qualities" like crafty, cunning, and TOO daring; one of them even go to the extent of stealing(not any of my maids, thankfully).
I really don't know man, some maids are really super good. They taught me Malay, I taught them Mandarin and English. Even though when I was younger, I tend to get them to do almost everything for me(LOL, I really admit to this. Well, but you can't blame me, I was a spoilt brat, until I became a scout which got me to be more independent). Maids can really be good friends.
Hmmm, well, maid-abusing is not always the employers' fault, I have to say. Some maids are really very very evil. In the crepuscular gloom of the night lights in the house, some evolve into evil beings, while some show their true forms as angels of the Lord.
I guess sometimes, these things are beyond our control. If you're destined to pick a wicked maid, you'll get her, man. My family was really lucky, but I know of people who are not so lucky. Well, the best solution to all these - do not get a maid... unless you really need to, but I wish you luck.
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