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LETTERS FROM THE LIVING

Monday, December 31, 2007

What an eventful year 2007 has been for me and I truly thank God for everything (good & bad) that has happened. I'm a firm believer of "things happen for a purpose" and that every happening has its lesson to be learnt. Learn and boy did I learn so much in this past year, from friendships to relationships, from family to my spiritual family in church, I've still got so much I need to know! If I go on to reflect on 2007, I think one post is enuff. Guess my dear readers have to scroll back to all the entries I has in 2007 then...

Wondering why I'm able to blog with barely minutes before the countdown to year 2008? Well, I kinda have worked hard (for exams & FYP); but played harder (B'dae, X'mas, KL & Bangkok trips), and it all accumulated to my bout of bad cough/flu/fever. So I gotta stay home alone tonight of all nights and rest! Rest is so important as school starts in less than a week's time and it is officially my last sem in NTU! YEah!! It's just plain amazing how I was still on the plane this time last year for the experience of my life! Wow...

With so many things to look forward to and do in 2008, I could only anticipate with bated breath for only God knows what will happen! Apprehensively excited, if u know what i mean... Should stop now as 2007 draws to a close. See y'all next year!! Blessed 2008!!

Rayzor's Rock-amendation:
Yeah, know what u r thinkin', but i'm getting real emo nowadays (Finding Emo anyone??). This is a great piece of love metal to rawk out to!! Love y'all!!!
Madina Lake - One Last Kiss

Laid to Rest at 11:45 PM;

Monday, December 24, 2007

Just recovered from being a bit of bus-lag. Yeah, u read me right, bus-lag. Cos I went on a "pre-grad" trip to Genting/Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia with my NTU MSE faculty mates from wed to sat this week. On the surface, it may seem rather premature to go on such a trip to enjoy, but I see it as a time to relax and chill with my friends; to take our minds off FYP for a while!

The trip was punctured with jokes, more lame jokes, quality time catching up and there was not a moment talking about FYP/school!! Thank God for the safe coach trip and a few nice bargains I managed to get!!! We went to see the reason why s'pore is building the Singapore Flyer and the IRs, visited the Twin Towers and ate like kings throughout the trip!

Since one of our friends is on the accelerated honours program, it's also an appropriate opportunity to bade farewell as he graduates. The last picture says it all: "Time to leave vacation mode and return to reality!!!" Now back to celebrating Christmas and New Year and hit the books...

Rayzor's Rock-amendation:
In this season of giving and loving, it's time to take a nice rock ballad to share with all. Nice feelgood song that always prompts an impromptu sing-a-long!

Mr. Big - To Be With You

Laid to Rest at 8:31 PM;

Monday, December 17, 2007

Thank God for the successful laser op for my mum's left eye today! Was occupied with FYP and did not manage to accompany her, but thanks to my elder sis and bro, she was in good support. She came home in the late afternoon and looked rather fresh despite the amount of medication she was administered and the somewhat torturous medical procedure. She took a nap and was up and running after dinner! Amen. Praise God!! She still needs to apply eye drops and take some medication to stabilize her condition this couple of days tho'. Pray that she will experience a speedy recovery and her glaucoma condition to improve multifold. Thanks and appreciate all prayers guys!

Rayzor's Rock-amendation:
Miraculously found this vid on the net. It's my fave worship song covered by hard rockers, Kutless! The words simply expressed everything I feel and God's presence & love is truly awesome. Rawk on with Jesus and let your heart cry out to Him even during your darkest moments!!

Kutless - Better Is One Day (live from Portland)

Laid to Rest at 10:44 PM;

Saturday, December 15, 2007

Lotsa things happened since my last post, wanted to blog more but always seemed to run low on energy whenever i stood in front of my laptop screen. Here's a quick one to round up my week so far!

9th Dec
After my last post, I witnessed Arsenal's first EPL defeat at the hands of a resurgent Boro side. Not long after the final whistle, I turned 24. The thought of missing church camp bothered me still...

10th Dec
Woke up and DARN - need to go to school to do FYP... on my freaking birthday some more! Broke needle and glass bottle in the process... Haha! Wished for something to happen, but it did not materialize. Extremely touched by countless smses and a couple of Facebook messages wishing me "Happy Birthday"! Went out for late dinner at an excellent place called Westlake Restaurant!! Simply fantastic!!!

11th Dec
Received belated b'dae smses and was psyched up for my sponsored My Chemical Romance concert later. Really touched by my sister for blessing me with awesome MCR swag! Unforgettable!! Got an sms after midnight for a surprise lunch date the next day, can't sleep due to heavy supper after MCR gig.

12th Dec
Sucky morning doing FYP, everything screwed up, I sweared and cussed... But I had a nice lunch date.

13th Dec
Spent half a day at clinic accompanying my mum for her field test for her eyes. She decided to opt for laser surgery and I gotta fully support her thru this time. Went to L cell at night and it was a fun and fruitful time.

14th Dec
Did FYP, went gym and had a great time at the Young Adult Christmas Party in church. Catching up with friends, great food and exciting activities made it a memorable party.

Rayzor's Rock-mendation:
Wanted to post some angsty song but decided to lift up the mood (caused by the lousy weather these few days ya) by posting a more uplifting one instead. This number is quite an old one, but it always manage to give my spirits a little lift. Video clip might be a bit too sexy for some... haha!

Jimmy Eat World - The Middle

Laid to Rest at 12:56 AM;

Sunday, December 09, 2007

Haha… how ironic life can be - even in blogosphere itself! I’ve always been a cynical mocker of bloggers who do a sloppy job of slapping in a song with its lyrics for an entry. Never has it hit me that I would be one today! Well, a lot has been happening this year for myself, guess the whole story can be at least one long post… But one of my favourite songs by Papa Roach, really struck a chord in me when I happened to put my iTunes on shuffle. I dunno if the message is universal, but it sure is one helluva rock ballad! (Note: I've posted the vid last year, but i still have to do it one more time!)

Rayzor's Rock-amendation:

Papa Roach - Scars
I tear my heart open, I sew myself shut
My weakness is that I care too much
And my scars remind me that the past is real
I tear my heart open just to feel

Drunk and I'm feeling down
And I just wanna be alone
I'm pissed cause you came around
Why don't you just go home
Cause you channel all your pain
And I can't help you fix yourself
You're making me insane
All I can say is

[Chorus:]
I tear my heart open, I sew myself shut
My weakness is that I care too much
And our scars remind us that the past is real
I tear my heart open just to feel

I tried to help you once
Against my own advice
I saw you going down
But you never realized
That you're drowning in the water
So I offered you my hand
Compassions in my nature
Tonight is our last stand

[Chorus]

I'm drunk and I'm feeling down
And I just wanna be alone
You shouldn't ever come around
Why don't you just go home?
Cause you're drowning in the water
And I tried to grab your hand
And I left my heart open
But you didn't understand
But you didn't understand
Go fix yourself

I can't help you fix yourself
But at least I can say I tried
I'm sorry but I gotta move on with my own life
I can't help you fix yourself
But at least I can say I tried
I'm sorry but I gotta move on with my own life

[Chorus x2]

*I confess i'm getting real emo lately... so emo i'm going for the My Chemical Romance gig!!!*

Laid to Rest at 11:39 AM;