NDP Theme Song 2013

One Singapore! 

This year NDP theme song was released on youtube 3 days back (18 July). 

I felt so bad when I saw the number of dislikes were so much more than the number of likes; too much in fact. 

Well, it may be a very different song compared to past years. Maybe to some it may sound a little childish, maybe to some it doesn't embrace NDP that much, maybe to some the song itself doesn't reflect a story. 

Yes, a STORY. 

If you ask a random passer-by, I'm pretty certain that out of 10, 9 would vote their favourite NDP song to be Home.

Home is an old song. A familiar melody that most Singaporeans can hum or sing along to. A song that many artists had re-sang different versions. 

The cover above is sang by many famous local artists in the year 2010. :) 

Home is a perfect example of the type of NDP song that most Singaporeans prefer. A song like Home naturally reminds citizens the common things we have went through together as a nation, and a reminder for this special occasion (Country's birthday). 

I know the importance of reminders, especially on meaningful occasion this big. Yet, once in a long while, we can embrace simple happiness too. I feel good watching the MV of the new NDP song. One Singapore is a song that's easy to remember, a song that most of us can dance to. 

Maybe, maybe some of the critics are right. That the song may hold less meaning. But it doesn't help if they were to just comment without giving insightful inputs isn't it? Don't just critic as though you are some professionals when you can't compose a better piece. 

It just remind me of JJ's song for YOG in 2010. 

Yes, they may not have composed a piece very well liked by many. But they have tried, and shouldn't they deserve credits for their efforts? 

It's just so irritating. NDP theme song is suppose to pull us together, a melody that we can all sing and have fun together. Yet, it became such a mess. I mean, (I'm not arrowing anyone), if anyone does have better inputs on how a better NDP song can be composed, maybe you could voice it out in constructive manner. And maybe, next year we will be singing the song you composed and we will embrace it together as a nation. 

Because putting another person down doesn't make you in any better position. 

The comments under the youtube video are just too nasty, too unbearable. Argh. 

For all JM; Stories Untold.

Perhaps only JM can relate to this;

Maybe in this world, there are just too many by the name of Lin Jun Jie. Yet, no one can come as close to that single-eyelid, forever smiling with his adorable dimples, and very talented composure him. Yes, JJ Lin (Wayne).

I have been told ample times, that I am too crazy over him. I have been told too many times, that this is childish. Yet, I have stopped explaining myself. For that I'm clear, it is precisely he has many good pointers to learn from him. For that I'm clear, it is the idolisation over the years, that slowly build into love.

If you know how much I love JJ, please do not reprimand him in front of me. For that I will feel worst than being criticised.
If you know how much I love JJ, please do not doubt his capabilities, for that he has been working very hard on his dream.
If you know how much I love JJ, please respect me for loving him this way.

Possibly in your eyes, JJ may not be that good; but he has never stop giving his best.
Possibly in your eyes, JJ may not be that good-looking; but he has a kind-heart.

I love him, for being real, adorable, and forth-coming.
I love him, for focussing so hard on his dream.
I love him, for being genuine and grateful.

Through these 10 years, JJ has grown so much.
Yet he never once compromises to give less for his music.
One of his greatest fears is disappointing his fans, which became his biggest motivation.

JJ always tear in all his concerts.
Some say he is too fake, yet these people do not understand how much he appreciates his fans.

JJ, thank you for always holding on to that promise you made to us. That as long as you still have your voice, you would always sing for us.
Despite that 2009 incident, when you almost lost your vocals, you braved on and fought even harder. Thank you for always working so hard, giving your best and more.


It's a blessing to be able to hear him sing.
I pray that for the next 10 years, his music will still be that one thing that accompanies me.
It's more than enough. :)





This is a song dedicated to all his fans, in his newest album: Stories Untold.

Remember, Forever.
If you have been a JM, you would definitely find the melody familiar. It's a combination of most of his pieces for the past 10 years, and dedicating his gratitude to his fans, or rather friends.

22 Taylor Swift

Awww, all my favourite you-tubers. :D
I'm like a happy girl with her candy when I hear this piece which they collaborated. By the way, they are on tour this summer!

Corruption made too obvious I felt ashamed for you

With the not-so-indelible ink, conjuring of ballot boxes after closure of polling times and Earth hour blackout during vote-counting, there couldn't have been any means more underhand.

The purest form of democracy came from a Greek word which means '' rule by the people", a political system that in which people lawfully govern themselves. 

There is light at the end of every dark tunnel. Yet this time, he killed all after that darkness.


I saw all these going spiral on FaceBook, and am feeling so sad for them.

Indeed, these may bring you laughter on first glance.
Then again, have you seen how many of them changed their profile pic to a pure black one? Look at how much hope YOU have killed; all dashed. Look at how much hatred you have created.

This is just too much.
You just allowed yourself to be hated by so much more; although there are so many to begin with ald.
I just felt this pain when so many were begging other country to salvage them; look at how desperate they are.
为何要把他们的世界变的如此黑暗？


Then again, it makes us Singaporean appreciate what we have a little more.
Too many times we have heard complaints that are so minor.
And now the question, does anyone still want to take peace and order in Singapore for granted? Think. 


Lastly, this was posted too soon. LOL.

Why fear the Future?

I tried as mush as possible to start off my everyday with compassionate thoughts.
I have learnt this from famous LadyGaga; a very inspiring musical icon. She mentioned that she practices this during one of her Interview.

It helps! It makes you appreciate little things in life. And it is exactly these little things that add up to make your day a whole lot better!
Afterall, happiness is your own choice. It ultimately depend on how you view things.

As much as it is a crazy thing to sleep in the day, I'm not frustrated at my biological clock no more.
I will give it some time and I'm sure it ail adjust back pretty well soon.
To embrace that, I don't have any more morning papers.
One less thing to worry at least; for that I would not feel lethargic and lose concentration during Finals. YAY. (Although I'm surviving on caffeine for some)

It's not that bad starting at night.
Well, of course I know it's unhealthy but at least I can still absorb the contents!

I have been chewing on this adorable cherry tomatoes for the past days; replacing them with unhealthy snacks. I had been gobbling too much chocolates and other sinful food for the past weeks.

This was an EMPTY DOUBLE-decker bus 96 after my SSA1208 paper on Tuesday. Life was too good that day, except for that consultation that almost forces me to cry in front of 3 TAs.
I know it sounded dumb, but I was feeling so helpless then. I couldn't do anything to salvage my D+. Thank you Xing Jun for accompanying me and fighting with/for me. I love you :)

God has been so kind to me, gracing me with such a comfortable ride home after a long day. Thank you! 


Well, I do not have exciting/happening things to share these days; in the midst of Finals. So, I have tried to find little things that I could still celebrate in this hectic week. and I certainly hope you dear readers find joy in reading it too!


I saw this video some time back. Brilliant.
There is beauty in each and everyone. 


I could die listening to this little boy sings.
He has so much soul when the melody plays.
If he had not received any musical/vocal training, he's just too amazing.
Pure talent; how beautiful!

I am so glad Ellen manages to find him and he's going on her show in a few days to come!

Do you still remember who you love?

Today was such an ineffective day; full house for Starbucks and Library was freezing cold.
I booked an consultation with my tutor, along with Xing Jun - hopefully they can convince me and move on.

I was feeling rather dejected I won't deny. D+ and a A- differ so much; this is just too much.
I was so hoping I wont be blinded with just the academic results; I felt I was so shallow.

In an attempt to make my day a little better (rather than sulking whole night), I went to visit the newly open Fairprice opposite my house (renovated). It is so neat! And much more variety - the first that caught my attention was the myriad brands of cheese!

And so I tried to cook :O
I failed so badly. The pictures below will justify why.
I thought it gonna taste damn good HAHAHA. I think too highly of myself! Well, I had fun while it lasted.

Here I am, listening to my playlist.
This is the first music being played tonight.

Although it is definitely not one of his best pieces, it does bring about a different kind of beauty.

“怎么走，怎么还原。我好想回到单纯的世界。”
Racing in this ever fast-paced world, how many times have we paused and reflect?
Racing in this ever fast-paced world, how many times have we leave time for our dearests?

When was the last time you had a proper meal with your family?
When was the last time you gave your best friends a hug?

In life, too many of us regrets on the things we did, and we missed.
In this year alone, I have encountered too many deaths, and people contracting major illnesses. It reminded me how fragile one life can be. It reminded me the purpose of life.

I realised I have been cursing and swearing at so many judges/tutors in these recent years. I felt that there were way too many unfairness and there is also so much that I can do.
Then again, 5 years down the road, 10 years down the road, will this results/achievements still matter that much? Will it destroy you? Or will you learn from it and do better?

Yes, I'm reminded. It's not about accepting and being a loser. It's not about not accepting and wanting to take revenge, proving that he/she is wrong. It's about how you GROW in person. It's about how much you have given, and be proud (I mean for yourself) in years to come.

Be brave. Be kind. Dare to love. Dare to dream. Dare to live!

New Addiction: Frozen Freeze (JJ Lin)

Too stressed up with life recently; I have one of the my worst outbreaks recently.

If these images happen to scare anyone in the middle of the night, I'm sorry :O

I have been trying this new mask recommended by peihong jiejie and rongher; hopefully it's suitable for me!
It's from The Face Shop: Aloe Vera. (I'll do a review if it's good alright!)

How long has it been, since you spend time with just yourself?
Each and every day, too many of us are busy doing the repetitive work - waking up, work/school, meal time, off to bed, and the cycle repeats.

Since JC period, I have been leading a life, sometimes too exhausting for me to handle. As a result, I somehow managed to bury most of my inner emotions deep down, well.
Even though so much has happened, I have yet to really face these issues.

And so tonight, while waiting for a late-night bus home, I plugged in my ear-piece, listening to this new addiction. JJ Lin's new song: Frozen Kiss. I have mentioned to some that I find the melody a little too familiar, not in a bad way.
It's a beautiful song, yet some form of pain is inflicted each time this song is being replayed.

Facing that quiet road, memories start creeping in with this melody accompanying me that night. It's not exactly this song that reminds me of a particular someone, but a feeling that I have been missing.
I'm not trying to imply Im desperate for a someone to depend on - in fact I'm happier than in the past, with all the love and care I have now. It's just those night, once in a while, when you starting missing those feelings.




I know this is a social networking site and I am aware I should not post too personal feelings here; I just want to share this beautiful and powerful song, hoping it can relate to another.
It's not exactly being stuck in the past, wanting to go back in time.
I have moved on, because I have learnt. I have learnt the pain of losing someone, I have learnt the pain of regrets.

I listen to a familiar melody, so as to remind myself of the times that I have cried in pain; I listen to lyrics that depicts my situations and feelings then, so as not to hurt again.

I'm gonna quote from my idol JJ Lin, "The antagonizing moments which I used to scream and pray would pass quickly, would be the same moments I eventually miss after the pain has gone away. I sing, to remember these scars, To celebrate these memories."

The Butterfly Circus: Nick Vujicic

My new favourite book. After my finals!

If you have read my previous post, you would be familiar with him. 
Yes, he's my new hero - Nick Vujicic.

In the midst of this crazy preparation for finals (my hard work better pay off!), the delivery man came and it totally my day.
If flew all the way from Australia and tada - Nick Vujicic collections - ranging from DVDs, to books, and a shirt (Never Give Up! - Definitely something I need quite badly now).

I have watched The Butterfly Circus and I really love the cast.
Butterflies were once a caterpillars.

You are a failure, a no good, only because you believe in it.
As unbelievable as it sounds, and even harder to convince ourselves to think this way, we don't have to let others voices dictate who we are. We are who we think we are. 

A truly inspiring short film and I enjoyed every minute of the cast. Even though it's heart wrenching, it brings me strength and I'm motivated once again. Motivation doesn't last, and so we need to feed ourselves with one - even so daily!

I managed to find this short film on youtube. If you enjoyed the film as much as I did, please support and get the original one here: http://thebutterflycircus.com/store/

Go grab a good coffee and enjoy your night with one of the most beautiful film: The Butterfly Circus!


What else have you learned/been inspired from this short film? :D

Gokul Vegetarian Restaurant @ Little India + Mapoti

Gokul Vegetarian Restaurant
Location: 19 Upper Dickson Road
Contact: 63967769 Opening Hours: Daily 10.30am-10.30pm.

I went for my first Guitar Lesson with Nickie at Cityhall Area before heading for an awesome lunch.
I will post about my lessons some time soon!

We went on a Saturday afternoon and as expected, it was super crowded.
I called them in the day to make reservations, but I guess there were some miscommunications?
It turned out that they have no reservations on the weekends. Not too sure about weekdays though.

ONLY WALK IN; so be prepared to wait.
Albeit I felt it was worth the wait.

The food was extremely good; or perhaps we were too hungry then!

Dish: Gado Gado
Price: $7.50
Rate: 7/10
I felt that the sauce was a little too sweet for my taste.

Dish: Malai Kofta
Price: $10.00
Rate: 8.5/10
It was something very different, quite refreshing.
But it was a little too creamy.

Dish: Mushroom Kurma
Price: $9.00
Rate: 7/10
Same sauce base as Malai Kofta and the waiter didn't warn us about it. Meh. :(
And I felt it was a little too pricy for that few pieces of mushrooms.
Maybe Curry Kurma will make a better deal!

Dish: Nasi Goreng Kampung

Price: $7.50

Rate: 9/10

Yummy! Love the chilli especially although I'm not a someone who can really ta han spicy food. :X

Still, it taste good! 

It started pouring not long after Aaron arrived; so we started entertaining ourselves with Ryan Higa's latest video: MAPOTI - Most Annoying People on the Internet 

& I fall into almost all the category he mentioned - a true real MAPOTI. 

Why am I degrading myself to this level? 

LOL. 

And here's another one in response to his video: Expectations V.S. Reality: Romance
Nickie and I were actually complaining how the above 2 don't behave like a couple at all. Argh!

Another good video for some laughter :D 

修練愛情 (Practice Love)；放下偏见

歌詞 
憑什麼要失望　藏眼淚到心臟

往事不會說謊別跟它為難    
我們兩人之間不需要這樣　我想

修練愛情的心酸　學會放好以前的渴望

我們那些信仰　要忘記多難

遠距離的欣賞　近距離的迷惘

誰說太陽會找到月亮

別人有的愛　我們不可能模仿

修練愛情的悲歡　我們這些努力不簡單

快樂煉成淚水　是一種勇敢

幾年前的幻想　幾年後的原諒

為一張臉去養一身傷

別講想念我　我會受不了這樣

記憶它真囂張　路燈把痛點亮

情人一起看過多少次月亮

它在天空看過多少次遺忘　多少心慌

修練愛情的心酸　學會放好以前的渴望

我們那些信仰　要忘記多難

遠距離的欣賞　近距離的迷惘

誰說太陽會找到月亮

別人有的愛　我們不可能模仿

修練愛情的悲歡　我們這些努力不簡單

快樂煉成淚水　是一種勇敢

幾年前的幻想　幾年後的原諒

為一張臉去養一身傷

別講想念我　我會受不了這樣

笑著說愛讓人瘋狂　哭著說愛讓人緊張

忘不了那個人就投降
修練愛情的悲歡　我們這些努力不簡單

快樂煉成淚水　是一種勇敢

幾年前的幻想　幾年後的原諒

為一張臉去養一身傷

別講想念我　我會受不了這樣

When I first listened to this song, it just remind me of this friend of mine.
The song literally depicts his life story.

I remembered making fun of him; not knowing he went through so much more.
I assumed that he's single because of those norm reasons. How shallow could I be!
When he told me the real reason behind it, I went silent.

For a moment, it struck me. For a moment, I realised how precious one's life is.
For a moment, I realised it does not only happen in drama.
For a moment, I seem to walk into his world, I saw the pains and struggles, the hell he fought through.

It reminded me, not to judge.
15 岁的女生牵着1岁儿子的手
人们笑她贱
但没人知道她在13岁那年被强暴

你笑一位过胖的人
但你不知道那个人是因为患重病导致体重失衡

你骂一位老人丑八怪
但你不知道
他是为了保家卫国为导致毁容

你说一个人维和把心封闭
但你不知道，他受过多少的伤

Many many things don't appear as what is seen on the surface.
Unless you went through the same experiences, unless you are living in the EXACT environment, we have no right to judge and criticise another.

Yet how many times did we manage to put all these down and be kind to another?


& my friend, I have not seen you for so long. I don't know how you are doing now.
But you are in my prayers.

当你失去了你的全世界，你又会怎么走下去呢？
当你失去了你的全世界，你还会有同样的勇气吗？











P.s. MV描述: 金曲奖最佳导演徐筠轩首度执导音乐动画作品，故事改编自JJ不曾提起、最沉痛的一段回忆 ...

「近未来的世界，是一个没有植物的寂寥世界
程式设计师 Jean Joseph Orban (JJ饰演) 的植物学家女友
在一次例行性的探勘任务中，遭遇流星群击中太空船，因而丧命
悲伤的 Jean Joseph Orban开发了一组程式，能让记忆转化為虚拟可见的画面
藉由这个程式，所有人都可以随时再看见最思念的人
却也因此导致了许多人沉溺在回忆裡，分不清楚现实与记忆......」

JJ Lin.

Roma's Deli Vegetarian - Bugis & Ah Boys to Men 2

I went a date with my cousin, Yue Shi for the first time as our initial plans with other cousins were being cancelled.

Managed to met Ron in the noon before he flew off the next day. And I just came to realised we went to the same school, same course. I'm like walking the same path, after him. LOL.
From same PSLE score, to AJC, then NUS FASS.
Albeit we aren't taking the same major.

Yue Shi was really disappointed that morning as we had to cancel our initial plans. And so, I agreed to accompany her out because PSLE is coming soon and she would not be able to afford time for outing.
#singaporean'sfate.

We first went for a movie at Suntec City.
Suntec is currently under some minor renovation and we had to take a big turn to enter. Damn.

We watched Ah Boys to Men 2; something that I have been craving for so long. :)
I'm always a big fan of Jack Neo's movie; or rather, I am a big fan of local talents. :D

And I love movies like this, where you e the characters in the movie grow, for better.
My favourite actor wuld be Lobang - 王伟良
It is not that I have a thing for "bad guys" who are full of nonsense and crazy ideas, but the fact that he is a loyal one. Loyalty is a plus plus point! <3
Like I have shared in SW tutorial, I rather Tord doing the wrong thing than Gregory not doing anything at all!

Jack Neo just shared the news that there will be Ah Boys to Men 3. Kudoos! I just hope that it is still a as fun one :)
They have all been posted to different places ald. So I'm not too sure if they are shifting focus to a new batch of people or whatsoever. In any case, I'm looking forward to it. :D

Yue Shi was craving for Roma Deli's baked rice, and so, we headed there next for dinner.

My expectations were high, and it is located in the food paradise. This place is located in the Shaw Towers, opposite Suntec City.

Roma's Deli Vegetarian Location: #01-23, 100 Beach Road
Shaw Towers Contact: 62934585
Opening Hours: Daily 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

We ordered a set meal, served with mushroom soup, a drink, garlic bread and a main course.
The set meal cost only $11.00 and I felt that it is really worth the price.

Yet, I felt the meal was quite a disappointment.
The mushroom soup was rather blend, no aroma.
And the bread, it was just rough and hard.

I ordered the Bacon Mushroom Baked Rice.
The bacon was just tasteless mock meat, and it was bad.

I barely finished half of it. :(
Maybe I'm a little too picky when it comes to Italian Food - Yes, I'm quite a big fan of it.

If you have yet to be there, you should.
The price is considered fairly cheap!
Well, my subjective preference may differ quite a lot from many.
So do let me know your feedback or other must try dishes if you are heading there. :)

Another day - yet I learnt to treasure my life more now

I started off my day by doing SW Project with my classmates.
I was late, damn.

For once, I was pretty not myself.

I was rather quiet. Perhaps it's the first time we actually spent time together. 

Then it poured, made my day worst. I felt.

Someone shared with me her personal life stories today. 

From being in a not-so-welled paid family, to meeting a two-timer boyfriend, then being backstabbed by her loved ones. 

She is really strong, and I admire that she could still stand tall and earn a good place now, with a much better boy. On top of that, she still believes that the world is a good place, and tomorrow will always get better. :') 

Then I realised, I'm so blessed. 

I have yet to experience a really bad thing like hers, nothing came close to it. 

I wonder if I could still be as positive if I were hit with such incidents. 

For now, I want you to know you are really a beautiful one. We aren't born to make everyone likes and understands us. If they choose to hurt and not accept us, there's a limit to what we can do. Ultimately, we just have to do what is right to us, and be true to ourselves. :)

My younger brother (handsome right! - he's single by the way, *hinthint* HAHAHA) is enlisting soon, a day before valentines. No more roses from him :(

I know you will do well; remember to eat more!



& he gave me this :D
Strawberry cheese fruit pizza for supper :D

Let me post some over-dued pictures!

I met up with my girlfriend yesterday, Nickie :)

She taught me piano. 

I know I'm really slow when it comes to picking up new things, but she was really patient with me! :')

I love you :)

We had a drink at bucks a few days back, actually to do some work but failed. Damn!

And hey, it's out! JJ Lin. His new album will be released on the 13th March, and preorder starts on the 20th Feb. 4 days after my birthday! *hinthint! HAHAHA.


Do support him! He chose to work with A Sa. :) He's mainly working with people he had worked with for the past 10 years! And of course, some new faces too! I'm so excited! :D:D:D

Pause and think about this.

Im actually personally more surprised with the last comment.
Although certain countries are more liberal, they love less.
So much of advocating for equal right to love and yet does not show them when people really needed them?
Think, again.