2008 is approaching... In just an hour or so. :P Anyway, here are some of my plans for 2008.
--> Learn the art of solving Rubik's Revenge and Professor's Cube.
--> Work hard for Secondary 1 and establish a strong foundation of knowledge in the various subjects.
--> Guide my brother through Primary 3 in Science.
--> Find time in my busy schedule to play soccer and improve my skills.
--> Keep in touch with some of my friends.
--> Have an exciting and enjoyable year!
Oh, and I decided to stop playing MapleStory again due to the lack of time and my brother. That's for normal school days, when I have to focus all my energy on my studies. Of course, during the holidays, there's still time for R&R! (Rest and Relaxation, F.Y.I.)
So that pretty much sums it all for this post. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! ^_^
- DarkAbyssXx
11:00 PM
Finally, I learnt the Art of Solving the Rubik's Cube. (3x3 for now.) Wei Liang invited me to his house after I came back from my trip in Malaysia. The reason I did not write about this earlier was because I don't think that there is much to say, is there? o.O I can't possibly write about the formula. That would take too much time. So far, my best record is 2 minutes 28 seconds. I am now searching for a faster way to solve the cube.
As for my next target, I will attempt to master Rubik's Revenge (4x4) and the Professor's Cube (5x5). I went to Toys 'R' Us yesterday, trying to purchase both, only to find that Rubik's Revenge was NOT in stock! But behold, the Professor's Cube!
I got 2 points to raise about the above picture. One, this is not the photo of my cube. I just got it from google. (Transfer from phone to PC takes time, Mind You.) And two, this cube is FREAKIN' LARGE!
So, on to my quest for Solving Both Cubes!
- DarkAbyssXx
1:17 PM
It has been quite some time since I last posted. Yup, I was quite busy. On the 21st of December, all Primary 6 Students had to report to their respective secondary schools for some briefings and stuff. As I expected, Raffles Institution warmly welcomed all the future 2008 Secondary 1 Students with open arms. There was a short briefing about the school's orientation camp and the Parent's Association. I also went there to collect the Orientation Pack which contained some forms to fill up. (Application for Higher Mother Tongue, Personal Particulars Form, etc.)
In addition, I also received a Letter Of Offer to study a Third Language, Japanese. I had previously chosen it when I viewed my choices for the Secondary Schools in the MOE website. There were also some other information sheets about the MEP, AEP and other programmes offered in the school. As I already decided to take the Third Language, I am not eligible for the MEP. I will not worry about that as for my CCAs, I decided to take up something music-related. (String Ensemble, Chinese Orchestra, etc.)
I was elated upon knowing that Ling Yun and Jeremy will be in the same school with me next year! At least I had some companions. (Eng Chuan will be posted to Hwa Chong Institution. Oh boy, the travelling time is really going to take ages for him. >_<) I realised that the competition between me, Ling Yun and Jeremy had still NOT ended! Anyway, on that same day, I queued up to purchase the Uniforms and the Polo T-Shirt. My father, who was with me, decided to buy the Textbooks and Stationery another day as the queues were incredibly long everywhere! On the 28th of December, I purchased almost all the required items. (Though some books and files were out of stock.) Miraculously, there were no queues! Haha, this is the smart way to purchase items! Now, on to some serious stuff. I am already mentally prepared to face a lot of problems next year. (Not to mention stress! >_<) I can already imagine my hectic schedule. Here's the normal school hours: Monday and Wednesday --> 7.25 am - 3.15 pm
Tuesday and Thursday --> 7.25 am - 1.35 pm
Friday --> 7.25 am - 12.45 pm
Considering the above timings, you may think that it's not too bad. But wait, there's more! I have to take Japanese at the MOELC every Tuesday and Thursday from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Plus, on Fridays there is no day off. I have shifted my music lessons to that day starting at 3.30 pm. (Well, at least there is still some time to rest. o.O) And don't forget CCAs and other activities! I heard that the students are so involved in all the activities that the school is like their Second Home!
After taking a peek at the hectic schedule, I'm even more determined to balance work, rest and play. The next four years will be very challenging, but no matter what, I will PERSEVERE. By the way, Third Language is not an enrichment course but an EXAMINATION SUBJECT. So, it is very important that I put my heart and soul into learning it, not just to tackle exams, but also to pursue my interest!
Finally, I would like to thank all my teachers who had guided me for the past 6 years. I'm sure that all my friends are just as grateful. Without my teachers' patience, guidance, nurture, encouragement and support, I would never had a chance to be posted to Raffles Institution. Thank you teachers, and take care!
- DarkAbyssXx
12:41 PM
Ahhh... I'm finally back in Singapore after a long stay of about 2 weeks in Seremban, Malaysia. I can proudly declare that this stay was one of the most enriching experience there. I went to my cousin's preparatory course for his Form 1 subjects. They taught Maths and Science in English. The purpose of the course was to let the students get used to the new language that they are going to learn: English. In 2008, the secondary school students in Malaysia will be using English in their subjects. On the first day, the teacher administered a test! I did not really understand some of the questions as the terminology they used was different. Honestly, the Maths was pretty easy! :P
I also attended 6 guitar lessons in total. I learnt the basic chords and their positions on the guitar. I will be continuing my own practice and research at home! :D
On some days, I went to the shopping centres (Sunway Pyramid, Mid Valley) around Kuala Lumpur with my cousin's family. There were some Toys 'R' Us stores which sold Rubik's Revenge! (4x4 puzzle cube) I will obtain it some day! I will learn the art of solving the 3x3 cube very soon from Wei Liang (I'm just a few steps away from solving it!) And to top all these things, I just got a PSP! Haha!
Also, I went to Genting Highlands for 2 days and 1 night. The accommodation was fantastic! The living room was spacious and comfortable! Apart from that, there was no need for any air-cons as it is naturally cool around that place. (Sort of a Natural air-conditioner!) My cousin stayed there before previously and brought me around the place. There was a mini arcade with a few games and even a cybercafe. (It was not really a cybercafe. Just a few computers and stuff. :P) The point is, I had fun!
The outdoor and indoor theme parks were a tad disappointing, though. There were long queues of people everywhere at the rides. The upside was that I got to try out some rides and activities that I never tried before. (F1 Racing, Rock Climbing, Archery, etc.) Overall, the trip was OKAY.
Of course, I took some photos of BAD ENGLISH around the malls. I will be ending this post with the photos!
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I found this in a toilet above the urinals. It is actually part of a water conservation project. (I think...) But look carefully. Press to WASH YOURSELF??
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I'm sorry to display the name of the shop. The grammar sucks!
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Now this is not really Bad English. It's just an interesting advertisement!
- DarkAbyssXx
10:50 PM
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