1. Worst game I've watched all year. We were so complacent that everyone looked like they were strolling in the first half.
2. Playing everyone out of position was gonna cost us at some point. And Rafael as CM was really asking for it.
3. Our defense is terrible. I don't even know where to start but it reminded me of the Man City thrashing.
4. We've lost two games this season and both were at home. Something is wrong.
5. David de Gea cannot handle long shots and now corners. Firstly, punching is extremely unsettling. Then missing the punch is worse.
6. Rooney was in the directors box, Giggs didn't even make the bench. We had the firepower but we didn't use it. Once again, complacency.
7. SAF definitely got it wrong on his 70th birthday.
8. Berbatov was the only bright spark. I was hoping he'd get a hat trick, but it was not to be.
9. I have to watch all the other big teams win their matches now. That hurts.
10. Thankfully, we are at the midpoint of the season. We may have lost this match, but we will still win the league!
Believe!!!
Saturday, December 31, 2011
That's Why I Love Manchester United!
This is one of the best Manchester United videos Ive seen in a while.
It is why I love Manchester United.
I'm just glad we were around to watch the Sir Alex Ferguson era.
Friday, December 30, 2011
The Oatmeal
I TOTALLY recommend this site just because it is SOOOoooo hilarious.
I think it got recommended on a recent issue of 8 Days magazine even!
Check it out!
The Oatmeal
In other news, 2011 is ending! Welcome 2012!!!
I think it got recommended on a recent issue of 8 Days magazine even!
Check it out!
The Oatmeal
In other news, 2011 is ending! Welcome 2012!!!
Thursday, December 29, 2011
4th Gym Session Of The Season
Slowly but surely, I'm making my gym membership money's worth.
This time around, I didn't spend too long in the gym.
10mins of sidesteps, 10mins of running and 10mins of weights, that was it.
Oh, and I left my membership card behind too.
Great.
This time around, I didn't spend too long in the gym.
10mins of sidesteps, 10mins of running and 10mins of weights, that was it.
Oh, and I left my membership card behind too.
Great.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Manchester United 5 Wigan 0
Reactions:
1. When I first saw the starting lineup with Carrick as CB, Gibson as MF, and Berbatov and Hernandez up front, I felt we were abit complacent, was fearing the worst. Luckily I was wrong.
2. Park Ji Sung is bloody awesome when he's on form. One goal, won another penalty and another lung-busting performance.
3. Gibson, even with the win, is not good enough to be in the team, sadly.
4. Wigan were crap, so don't get too carried away.
5. Berbatov is crazy class, so happy for him to have gotten the hat-trick. His first goal showed an aggression unlike what we've seen, and his second showed instinctive class. Nice of Rooney to let him take the penalty too.
6. Valencia is so strong. Glad he's recovered well from his broken foot.
7. We got tons of injuries at the moment and it really doesn't bode well if they continue to pile up. Latest casualty is Evans.
8. Heading into the new year, we're tied on points with Man City. Can't ask for more given out injury list. Wait till City rack up the injuries, or the African Nations Cup, then we'll really pull away.
9. Lindergard has not let in a goal in the Premier League yet. That's an awesome statistic.
10. I hope we buy at least one capable midfielder in January.
1. When I first saw the starting lineup with Carrick as CB, Gibson as MF, and Berbatov and Hernandez up front, I felt we were abit complacent, was fearing the worst. Luckily I was wrong.
2. Park Ji Sung is bloody awesome when he's on form. One goal, won another penalty and another lung-busting performance.
3. Gibson, even with the win, is not good enough to be in the team, sadly.
4. Wigan were crap, so don't get too carried away.
5. Berbatov is crazy class, so happy for him to have gotten the hat-trick. His first goal showed an aggression unlike what we've seen, and his second showed instinctive class. Nice of Rooney to let him take the penalty too.
6. Valencia is so strong. Glad he's recovered well from his broken foot.
7. We got tons of injuries at the moment and it really doesn't bode well if they continue to pile up. Latest casualty is Evans.
8. Heading into the new year, we're tied on points with Man City. Can't ask for more given out injury list. Wait till City rack up the injuries, or the African Nations Cup, then we'll really pull away.
9. Lindergard has not let in a goal in the Premier League yet. That's an awesome statistic.
10. I hope we buy at least one capable midfielder in January.
Monday, December 26, 2011
840th Blog Post
Do you know how long I've been blogging? Since 24th Feb 2004. That's almost 8 years now.
Got abit nostalgic so decided to read some of my earlier posts.
Sigh.
I had huge fun during my uni days. Days of wanton alcohol and excessive fun. Here's a classic mambo night that I managed to capture in a blogpost way back in '04.
Excerpt:
the male ego is a very fragile but huge one, one that can easily be swayed by sheer machoismo and peer taunting. throw in the fact that we were pumped up for alcohol, and you'd get everyone just trying to verbally outdo the other in regards to just how much each of us can manage.
back to the flaming... so we marched to the bar and ordered our lambourghinis. one each first. $11.50 a pop (normal $23). cheap shit. everyone downs their cuppa pretty simply, till guoxin takes it. he chokes. no go. didn't finish, hongwei finishes it for him. poor sod. so guoxin's out of the picture. he's quite gone and you can see from his face that he's already up there at the higher level waiting for the rest of us.
the frail ego is easily overcomed and we decide a second one would be a piece of cake, i mean honestly i was still feeling quite alright. so leon and i take a double. finished. still good. for a moment i thought i wasted my money not able to feel high after two flamers, but the burning sensation told me the hammer would knock soon. hongwei could'nt find a partner to share a double, so leon takes it with him. 3rd for leon. downs it with ease. wow.
I think back then my blog posts were more amusing and personal compared to now.
Oh well.
We all grow up.
Hopefully I'll continue to maintain this blog for a long long time to come.
Got abit nostalgic so decided to read some of my earlier posts.
Sigh.
I had huge fun during my uni days. Days of wanton alcohol and excessive fun. Here's a classic mambo night that I managed to capture in a blogpost way back in '04.
Excerpt:
the male ego is a very fragile but huge one, one that can easily be swayed by sheer machoismo and peer taunting. throw in the fact that we were pumped up for alcohol, and you'd get everyone just trying to verbally outdo the other in regards to just how much each of us can manage.
back to the flaming... so we marched to the bar and ordered our lambourghinis. one each first. $11.50 a pop (normal $23). cheap shit. everyone downs their cuppa pretty simply, till guoxin takes it. he chokes. no go. didn't finish, hongwei finishes it for him. poor sod. so guoxin's out of the picture. he's quite gone and you can see from his face that he's already up there at the higher level waiting for the rest of us.
the frail ego is easily overcomed and we decide a second one would be a piece of cake, i mean honestly i was still feeling quite alright. so leon and i take a double. finished. still good. for a moment i thought i wasted my money not able to feel high after two flamers, but the burning sensation told me the hammer would knock soon. hongwei could'nt find a partner to share a double, so leon takes it with him. 3rd for leon. downs it with ease. wow.
I think back then my blog posts were more amusing and personal compared to now.
Oh well.
We all grow up.
Hopefully I'll continue to maintain this blog for a long long time to come.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
This Is Ponding
The new term came up by PUB in response to the Orchard Road flashfloods claims.
Courtesy of Terence's FB page.
Courtesy of Terence's FB page.
Merry Christmas Everyone
It's that time of the year again!
Here's wishing everyone reading this a very blessed and merry Christmas!!
Here's wishing everyone reading this a very blessed and merry Christmas!!
Friday, December 23, 2011
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Two Out Of Three
Back in school, it used to be that you could always only achieve two out of the following three activities:
1) Study
2) Sleep
3) Play
Now, that has changed to two out of the following three activities:
1) Look after kid
2) Sleep
3) Me time
But there are new joys everyday that I'm grateful for!
1) Study
2) Sleep
3) Play
Now, that has changed to two out of the following three activities:
1) Look after kid
2) Sleep
3) Me time
But there are new joys everyday that I'm grateful for!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
SMRT Advisory
- Go for a pee break before taking the train
- Bring portable iPhone charger
- Download a torchlight app from App Store
- Download some movies or ebooks in case there's no network
- Practice lifting fire extinguishers as weights
- Learn how to smash glass/windows without risking injury
- Learn how to treat fainting patients
- Learn how to deliver babies
- Bring portable iPhone charger
- Download a torchlight app from App Store
- Download some movies or ebooks in case there's no network
- Practice lifting fire extinguishers as weights
- Learn how to smash glass/windows without risking injury
- Learn how to treat fainting patients
- Learn how to deliver babies
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Pissin' Weather
These days the weather can only be described with one word: wet.
It's raining almost every day and it's not just a drizzle, it's a flippin' downpour so bad that cars nowadays have to turn on their hazard lights to warn others in the poor visibility.
Alot of places are suffering from flash flooding, although definitely not the same scale as the Orchard Road floods some time back.
Drive safe!
It's raining almost every day and it's not just a drizzle, it's a flippin' downpour so bad that cars nowadays have to turn on their hazard lights to warn others in the poor visibility.
Alot of places are suffering from flash flooding, although definitely not the same scale as the Orchard Road floods some time back.
Drive safe!
On The Wrong Track
Thurday's MRT breakdown affected some 127,000 people. That's about 2% of the Singapore population.
The worse thing about that breakdown was the poor communication by SMRT to it's staff and to the public. Also their poor EQ toward remedying the situation. Even their comments are so insensitive.
Saturday the system broke down again. And today they've shut the NS and EW lines till 10am. Who's gonna go out like that?
This is the worse public transport breakdown in Singapore's history.
Someone must bear full responsibility and step down for this and our entire grid needs a full review. Some people at the top are getting too complacent.
The worse thing about that breakdown was the poor communication by SMRT to it's staff and to the public. Also their poor EQ toward remedying the situation. Even their comments are so insensitive.
Saturday the system broke down again. And today they've shut the NS and EW lines till 10am. Who's gonna go out like that?
This is the worse public transport breakdown in Singapore's history.
Someone must bear full responsibility and step down for this and our entire grid needs a full review. Some people at the top are getting too complacent.
Monday, December 12, 2011
New Property Curbs
The government just announced a new bunch of property curbs.
Essentially,
1) if you are a citizen, your 3rd property gets taxed an additional 3%
2) if you are a PR, your 2nd property gets taxed an additional 3%
3) if you are a foreigner, your 1st property gets taxed an additional 10%
That the local property market will tank is a forgone conclusion. The question is, by how much?
This move is one of the most drastic I've seen and it looks like it is targeting the foreigners the most. Basically it is telling anyone who isn't a citizen or PR not to buy SG property now. Hence the worst affected will be the high end condos.
The medium-end private properties are next worst hit because they also have got no foreigners to sell their property to, plus the upgraders will now stay away.
The losers are those who bought their property recently or a few months ago at the high. Worst off are the ones who bought the new launches, who might see their property only completed in 2013, 2014; by which time their home values would be maybe 30% off. No home to move into while having to watch the property you bought sink in value. Xianz.
This in turn will definitely affect their loan repayments, especially if the value of their properties fall below their loan amounts! Good luck to this bunch of people. As such I think the market will slide till 2015. Don't forget that alot of new launches will complete around then and by then the market will suffer a glut of properties available too.
The winners (or potential winners) are the ones who are cashrich and can afford to wait till 2013 onwards to find a nice piece of property at a cheap price. Right now, nobody will be in a hurry to buy SG property, because everyone is waiting for the drop to come.
Don't forget it was merely 4-5 years ago that our property market hit it's low, so at this point of the 10-year market cycle, we're halfway there to another low.
Keep your gunpowder dry, people.
Essentially,
1) if you are a citizen, your 3rd property gets taxed an additional 3%
2) if you are a PR, your 2nd property gets taxed an additional 3%
3) if you are a foreigner, your 1st property gets taxed an additional 10%
That the local property market will tank is a forgone conclusion. The question is, by how much?
This move is one of the most drastic I've seen and it looks like it is targeting the foreigners the most. Basically it is telling anyone who isn't a citizen or PR not to buy SG property now. Hence the worst affected will be the high end condos.
The medium-end private properties are next worst hit because they also have got no foreigners to sell their property to, plus the upgraders will now stay away.
The losers are those who bought their property recently or a few months ago at the high. Worst off are the ones who bought the new launches, who might see their property only completed in 2013, 2014; by which time their home values would be maybe 30% off. No home to move into while having to watch the property you bought sink in value. Xianz.
This in turn will definitely affect their loan repayments, especially if the value of their properties fall below their loan amounts! Good luck to this bunch of people. As such I think the market will slide till 2015. Don't forget that alot of new launches will complete around then and by then the market will suffer a glut of properties available too.
The winners (or potential winners) are the ones who are cashrich and can afford to wait till 2013 onwards to find a nice piece of property at a cheap price. Right now, nobody will be in a hurry to buy SG property, because everyone is waiting for the drop to come.
Don't forget it was merely 4-5 years ago that our property market hit it's low, so at this point of the 10-year market cycle, we're halfway there to another low.
Keep your gunpowder dry, people.
3rd Gym Session Of The Season
JUST finished a session of Bodycombat at the gym. I think apart from almost punching myself in the face, almost getting kicked in the face by the lady beside me, and almost smashing my face on the glass panel after slipping on the sweat-drenched floor, I did pretty well to survive.
The only sucky part is the lunchtime gym crowd is very small so it's very easy for the instructor to single you out everytime you fuck things up. And it doesn't help if they behave suspiciously gay; like when he stared at me saying, "You're not bending low enough!". I mean, go single out that fat auntie beside me FFS! She wasn't even bending at all!
Nonetheless I nonchalantly shrug these insinuations off.
If I can make this a weekly habit I'm sure my cholesterol levels will drop significantly.
Now let's see if I can keep this grueling schedule up for another week.
It's time for some salad lunch!
Yummy!
The only sucky part is the lunchtime gym crowd is very small so it's very easy for the instructor to single you out everytime you fuck things up. And it doesn't help if they behave suspiciously gay; like when he stared at me saying, "You're not bending low enough!". I mean, go single out that fat auntie beside me FFS! She wasn't even bending at all!
Nonetheless I nonchalantly shrug these insinuations off.
If I can make this a weekly habit I'm sure my cholesterol levels will drop significantly.
Now let's see if I can keep this grueling schedule up for another week.
It's time for some salad lunch!
Yummy!
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Johnny Evans And The Manchester United Youth Academy
I've been a Manchester United fan for a very long time and one of the reasons why I love this club (besides the fact that we don't know how to lose!) is Sir Alex Ferguson's youth policy.
It's very heartening to follow the club's youths and see some of them eventually come through the ranks and break into the first team. That is the spirit of SAF's "give youth a chance policy", that even at such a big club, young talents are given the opportunity to rise through the ranks.
Since the rise of Fergie's Fledglings in '95, we have seen many others rise through the ranks although never since in such bulk. We've seen John O'Shea, Wes Brown, Darren Fletcher, Johnny Evans all come through and now the emergence of a new class offers alot of hope for the future.
We've got Welbeck, Cleverly breaking through this season and the newest Youth FA Cup winners, Ravel Morrison, Ezekial Fryers, Ryan Tunnicliffe, Paul Pogba, Will Keane, Oliver Gill, Larnell Cole all spoiling for a breakthrough. Have a look here to see what's in store for the future.
But it is also because of this policy that we have come to forgive errors and inexperience from these youngsters. Which brings me to the case of Johnny Evans.
I really liked him when he first broke through the ranks in 2008, deputizing really well for either Vidic or Ferdinand. But after one good year, he has slipped downhill somewhat and now it's like everytime he is in the starting lineup or comes on as a substitute, I get the jitters knowing our defence isn't watertight anymore. He is abit too errorprone and makes alot of bad decisions when pressured.
It's a similar case for David de Gea but I'll leave that rant for another day.
Still, I have a softspot for these academy graduates and I really wish the best for them. This season Evans has had an indifferent start but with Vidic out for the rest of the season, he's really got to step it up. It was an encouraging performance from him yesterday during our 4-1 win over Wolves and hopefully it's something he can keep up.
GGMU!!!
It's very heartening to follow the club's youths and see some of them eventually come through the ranks and break into the first team. That is the spirit of SAF's "give youth a chance policy", that even at such a big club, young talents are given the opportunity to rise through the ranks.
Since the rise of Fergie's Fledglings in '95, we have seen many others rise through the ranks although never since in such bulk. We've seen John O'Shea, Wes Brown, Darren Fletcher, Johnny Evans all come through and now the emergence of a new class offers alot of hope for the future.
We've got Welbeck, Cleverly breaking through this season and the newest Youth FA Cup winners, Ravel Morrison, Ezekial Fryers, Ryan Tunnicliffe, Paul Pogba, Will Keane, Oliver Gill, Larnell Cole all spoiling for a breakthrough. Have a look here to see what's in store for the future.
But it is also because of this policy that we have come to forgive errors and inexperience from these youngsters. Which brings me to the case of Johnny Evans.
I really liked him when he first broke through the ranks in 2008, deputizing really well for either Vidic or Ferdinand. But after one good year, he has slipped downhill somewhat and now it's like everytime he is in the starting lineup or comes on as a substitute, I get the jitters knowing our defence isn't watertight anymore. He is abit too errorprone and makes alot of bad decisions when pressured.
It's a similar case for David de Gea but I'll leave that rant for another day.
Still, I have a softspot for these academy graduates and I really wish the best for them. This season Evans has had an indifferent start but with Vidic out for the rest of the season, he's really got to step it up. It was an encouraging performance from him yesterday during our 4-1 win over Wolves and hopefully it's something he can keep up.
GGMU!!!
Thursday, December 08, 2011
Europa League Is That Way
Its good to laugh at ourselves sometimes...
...especially when the rest of the world is mocking your team's elimination.
Maybe it's a blessing in disguise.
We get to play the kids in Europe and the stronger squad focuses on the league.
Honestly, it doesn't look like we'll win anything this year.
Sigh.
...especially when the rest of the world is mocking your team's elimination.
Maybe it's a blessing in disguise.
We get to play the kids in Europe and the stronger squad focuses on the league.
Honestly, it doesn't look like we'll win anything this year.
Sigh.
Disparity Between UEFA Champions League And Europa League
Winning the UCL is approximately 5-6X better than winning the Europa Cup, excluding TV and marketing rights.
Read all about it here.
Read all about it here.
Out Of The Champions League
My God.
How did we get to such a state I really have no idea.
We just lost to FC Basel 2-1 to get ourselves dumped out of the UCL. And now we even have to suffer the humiliation of playing in the UEFA Europa League with the likes of Man City, Tottenham and Stoke City.
The hurt.
To add insult to injury, our best defender, Vidic, suffered a serious-looking knee injury too. This means the rest of our season is in jeopardy.
I think players like Johnny Evans and Frederico Macheda shouldn't be playing for us anymore.
We need new midfielders, stat!
From a financial POV, this is bad. Even if we won the Europa League, we'd only earn as much as if we got knocked out of the quarterfinals in the UCL.
This is a sad day for all United fans.
Sigh.
The only silver lining now is that our run of games over the next few weeks are relatively easy,but if we cannot even overcome that, then we're going to be trophyless this season.
Also there is alot of young blood in the team. Kids like Smalling, Jones, da Silvas, Welbeck and Cleverly ca only earn from such experiences.
Sigh.
Gonna be a tough few days till Wolves on Saturday.
How did we get to such a state I really have no idea.
We just lost to FC Basel 2-1 to get ourselves dumped out of the UCL. And now we even have to suffer the humiliation of playing in the UEFA Europa League with the likes of Man City, Tottenham and Stoke City.
The hurt.
To add insult to injury, our best defender, Vidic, suffered a serious-looking knee injury too. This means the rest of our season is in jeopardy.
I think players like Johnny Evans and Frederico Macheda shouldn't be playing for us anymore.
We need new midfielders, stat!
From a financial POV, this is bad. Even if we won the Europa League, we'd only earn as much as if we got knocked out of the quarterfinals in the UCL.
This is a sad day for all United fans.
Sigh.
The only silver lining now is that our run of games over the next few weeks are relatively easy,but if we cannot even overcome that, then we're going to be trophyless this season.
Also there is alot of young blood in the team. Kids like Smalling, Jones, da Silvas, Welbeck and Cleverly ca only earn from such experiences.
Sigh.
Gonna be a tough few days till Wolves on Saturday.
Monday, December 05, 2011
High Cholesterol
Ok so like I mentioned, I've just had a routine medical checkup and my cholesterol levels are through the roof.
I mean like through the roof!
Like I posted in a comment on Facebook, there's low, medium, borderline high and high levels of cholesterol. Mine is like just a red picture of Chuck Norris's fist with two exclamation marks!!
This means I REALLY got to cut down on ALL my favourite foods from potato chips, fast food, shelled sea creatures, egg yolk and even steak. Plus I have to eat the stuff that I don't like like oatmeal, cereal, yoghurt, vegetables, fruits, steamed white meat etc.
Arn't we all eating this unhealthily?!
Xianz.
I mean like through the roof!
Like I posted in a comment on Facebook, there's low, medium, borderline high and high levels of cholesterol. Mine is like just a red picture of Chuck Norris's fist with two exclamation marks!!
This means I REALLY got to cut down on ALL my favourite foods from potato chips, fast food, shelled sea creatures, egg yolk and even steak. Plus I have to eat the stuff that I don't like like oatmeal, cereal, yoghurt, vegetables, fruits, steamed white meat etc.
Arn't we all eating this unhealthily?!
Xianz.
Sunday, December 04, 2011
Rain II
It's the monsoon season so thought I'd post something similar.
Anyway I'm hurting so badly from yesterday's sunburn.
Did you know that the rain these days is so bad that alot of vehicles actually turn on their hazard lights while on the road?
Visibility is that bad.
Drive safe this festive period.
Anyway I'm hurting so badly from yesterday's sunburn.
Did you know that the rain these days is so bad that alot of vehicles actually turn on their hazard lights while on the road?
Visibility is that bad.
Drive safe this festive period.
Saturday, December 03, 2011
Rain
It was so sunny till around 3pm today I think I'm totally sunburnt.
And then the skies opened up.
And it hasn't stopped raining ever since!
I'm sure there must be a flood somewhere, and the weather's alot colder lately.
Take care and drink lots of water all!
I expect alot of sick puppies come Monday.
And then the skies opened up.
And it hasn't stopped raining ever since!
I'm sure there must be a flood somewhere, and the weather's alot colder lately.
Take care and drink lots of water all!
I expect alot of sick puppies come Monday.
Thursday, December 01, 2011
Out Of The League Cup
Cui.
Can't believe we lost 1-2 to Crystal Palace in the League Cup quarterfinals.
Yes, we played alot of fringe players and gave some youth players a run out, but still we'd expect to win, given we're playing in Old Trafford at that.
Now I'm just gonna get laughed at for the rest of the year by my English colleague who's a Palace fan. Didn't help that I sent him a list of Palace jokes on Tuesday.
Now it's DDL for our last three games. Surely we'll win at Aston Villa this weekend right?!
Right?!
Can't believe we lost 1-2 to Crystal Palace in the League Cup quarterfinals.
Yes, we played alot of fringe players and gave some youth players a run out, but still we'd expect to win, given we're playing in Old Trafford at that.
Now I'm just gonna get laughed at for the rest of the year by my English colleague who's a Palace fan. Didn't help that I sent him a list of Palace jokes on Tuesday.
Now it's DDL for our last three games. Surely we'll win at Aston Villa this weekend right?!
Right?!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Honking
I think alot of Singaporeans underappreciate our own driving patience.
Sure we have the occasional road-rage incidences, but did you know that we have the quietest roads in South East Asia?
People here just don't honk their horns unless someone abruptly cuts into their lane or someone in front is driving too slow.
Elsewhere in the region, if you don't honk your horn you don't move at all man!
I was in Jakarta the other day and the exit out of the hotel was right onto the Jalan Tamrin roundabout. Basically after honking and inching for 10mins, our taxi only managed to turn OUT of the hotel!
If your horn is broken you ain't gonna move, simple as that. Same in Bangkok and Manila. Plus over there you honk not just to warn the cars around you but also telling the street hawkers knocking on your car windows to FO!
Singaporeans just don't know how lucky a bunch we are sometimes.
Sure we have the occasional road-rage incidences, but did you know that we have the quietest roads in South East Asia?
People here just don't honk their horns unless someone abruptly cuts into their lane or someone in front is driving too slow.
Elsewhere in the region, if you don't honk your horn you don't move at all man!
I was in Jakarta the other day and the exit out of the hotel was right onto the Jalan Tamrin roundabout. Basically after honking and inching for 10mins, our taxi only managed to turn OUT of the hotel!
If your horn is broken you ain't gonna move, simple as that. Same in Bangkok and Manila. Plus over there you honk not just to warn the cars around you but also telling the street hawkers knocking on your car windows to FO!
Singaporeans just don't know how lucky a bunch we are sometimes.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Too Many Cars
Even with COE soaring to record prices this year, people with rising incomes are still feeding the demand for new cars.
It's simply amazing the number of cars on our roads today.
This is one problem that I think even the gahmen cannot solve.
Long term, I think building a better, more efficient and affordable transportation system could help.
Else go big on promoting bicycles with exclusive lanes et al like in Scandinavia.
It's simply amazing the number of cars on our roads today.
This is one problem that I think even the gahmen cannot solve.
Long term, I think building a better, more efficient and affordable transportation system could help.
Else go big on promoting bicycles with exclusive lanes et al like in Scandinavia.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Freckles
Found some freckles on my shoulders.
Maybe the sun last few months been very hot?
Maybe I should wear sleeves and not play football topless?
Maybe I look cuter with shoulder freckles?
Sigh.
Maybe the sun last few months been very hot?
Maybe I should wear sleeves and not play football topless?
Maybe I look cuter with shoulder freckles?
Sigh.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Manchester United 1 Newcastle 1
I'm thankful to have Mio TV at home and can catch every match. Last night's game felt terrible. Definitely 2 points lost there.
1. Admittedly we were rather lucky with Chicharito's goal, but since we were dominating proceedings, it looked like a matter of time something went in.
2. Tim Krul was possessed. He had a heroic showing as keeper.
3. The penalty was absolute BS. Referee had already blown for a corner but after consultation with the linesman, gave the penalty instead. Replays showed that Rio's tackle was clean.
4. With 20 minutes to go, and Newcastle defending for their lives, they really rode their luck with Danny Simpson clearing off the line, Ashley Young hitting the post, Chicharito's effort ruled offside and most importantly Tim Krul saving everything we threw at him. And even when he didn't try, he was still in the way of one Vidic power header that seemed a certain goal.
5. Chicharito's offside goal should have stood. It was a borderline decision.
6. Hoping Man City loses to Liverpool tonight at Anfield,
7. We got more points this season than at the same point last season.
8. It's not all doom and gloom. Our attacking verve seems to have returned especially our passing in the opponent's half. If we keep playing like this we'll have little to worry about.
9. Am surprised Berbatov wasn't on the bench.
10. MOTM for me was Giggs and Carrick. Good midfield play, now we need some consistency.
11. De Gea made some good saves himself.
12. Rio and Vidic are looking evergreen. Hope the partnership can last.
13. Fabio was playing too recklessly, yet there was a spritely adventure about him that helped make things happen while the old birds seemed more conservative.
14. Evra wasn't at his marauding best.
15. Nani and Young were unusually subdued by their standards.
16. Rooney should stick to what he does best. Attacking and scoring, not trying to spray Hollywood long balls.
17. Can't fault Chicharito for not trying, the guy gets into really good positions all the time. Just unlucky not to have tapped in a few more balls.
18. Park should have been playing this game instead of Nani.
19. Ando out until Feb means we really should buy a midfielder in Jan.
20. Only Smalling's and Rafael's return left to look forward to, and the first team should be more stabilized.
1. Admittedly we were rather lucky with Chicharito's goal, but since we were dominating proceedings, it looked like a matter of time something went in.
2. Tim Krul was possessed. He had a heroic showing as keeper.
3. The penalty was absolute BS. Referee had already blown for a corner but after consultation with the linesman, gave the penalty instead. Replays showed that Rio's tackle was clean.
4. With 20 minutes to go, and Newcastle defending for their lives, they really rode their luck with Danny Simpson clearing off the line, Ashley Young hitting the post, Chicharito's effort ruled offside and most importantly Tim Krul saving everything we threw at him. And even when he didn't try, he was still in the way of one Vidic power header that seemed a certain goal.
5. Chicharito's offside goal should have stood. It was a borderline decision.
6. Hoping Man City loses to Liverpool tonight at Anfield,
7. We got more points this season than at the same point last season.
8. It's not all doom and gloom. Our attacking verve seems to have returned especially our passing in the opponent's half. If we keep playing like this we'll have little to worry about.
9. Am surprised Berbatov wasn't on the bench.
10. MOTM for me was Giggs and Carrick. Good midfield play, now we need some consistency.
11. De Gea made some good saves himself.
12. Rio and Vidic are looking evergreen. Hope the partnership can last.
13. Fabio was playing too recklessly, yet there was a spritely adventure about him that helped make things happen while the old birds seemed more conservative.
14. Evra wasn't at his marauding best.
15. Nani and Young were unusually subdued by their standards.
16. Rooney should stick to what he does best. Attacking and scoring, not trying to spray Hollywood long balls.
17. Can't fault Chicharito for not trying, the guy gets into really good positions all the time. Just unlucky not to have tapped in a few more balls.
18. Park should have been playing this game instead of Nani.
19. Ando out until Feb means we really should buy a midfielder in Jan.
20. Only Smalling's and Rafael's return left to look forward to, and the first team should be more stabilized.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Almost Missed Flight
This is the closest yet to ever missing a flight home.
Traffic was killer on a Saturday afternoon and we reached the departure hall a half hour before our flight time.
How much closer could we have played it?
Still had to check in, while the ground staff radioed that there were luggages still on the way.
Followed by immigration, and the Foreigner queues were so damn long.
In the end, I heaved a huge sigh of relief when I finally buckled myself up on the plane.
Close call.
Traffic was killer on a Saturday afternoon and we reached the departure hall a half hour before our flight time.
How much closer could we have played it?
Still had to check in, while the ground staff radioed that there were luggages still on the way.
Followed by immigration, and the Foreigner queues were so damn long.
In the end, I heaved a huge sigh of relief when I finally buckled myself up on the plane.
Close call.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Swansea 0 Manchester United 1
I actually got up at 1.45am to catch this match.
While it wasn't exactly boring, it definitely wasn't vintage United. Maybe because we were playing away, maybe it was the international break, maybe it was another new CM pairing of Giggs and Carrick.
Carrick and Park were immense, as was our stingy defence. Too bad I can't say the same for Rooney and Nani who were definitely short of ideas up front.
Nonetheless it's 3 points in the bag in a tough away encounter.
Hopefully we'll build on this. Big ups to Vidic, our clean sheets since that City game have been almost all because of him. Can't imagine Evans putting up a performance of such consistency.
Sucks that Shitty are still winning.
Hoping for a draw between Chelski and Liverpool tonight.
While it wasn't exactly boring, it definitely wasn't vintage United. Maybe because we were playing away, maybe it was the international break, maybe it was another new CM pairing of Giggs and Carrick.
Carrick and Park were immense, as was our stingy defence. Too bad I can't say the same for Rooney and Nani who were definitely short of ideas up front.
Nonetheless it's 3 points in the bag in a tough away encounter.
Hopefully we'll build on this. Big ups to Vidic, our clean sheets since that City game have been almost all because of him. Can't imagine Evans putting up a performance of such consistency.
Sucks that Shitty are still winning.
Hoping for a draw between Chelski and Liverpool tonight.
In Awe Of Fu Mingtian
Fu Mingtian, cousin of Chinese national diver Fu Mingxia, made Singapore history yesterday at the SEA Games.
She became the first Singaporean to not only reach the women's badminton singles finals, she also won it with a thrilling come-from-behind victory over Firdasari of Indonesia, who obviously had home court advantage.
Yet it wasn't the simple story of winning gold that captured alot of Singaporean hearts.
It was the grueling match itself where she stretched herself to the limit, and refusal to succumb to defeat that made this historic moment so sweet. Even against the vociferous and hostile crowd in the stadium and some impressive play by her opponent, she still held her own.
The final game was the most nail-biting. Both sides exchanged point for point from 12-12 all the way to 19-19. And then Firdasari won the next point making it 20-19 match point in her favour. I thought it was over, but Fu Mingtian refused to give in and took the next 3 points to win instead.
A very sweet victory indeed.
And even though she obviously cannot sing our national anthem (yet), I felt very proud of her having helped Singapore earn another gold medal in this fashion. In fact while Majulah Singapura was playing amidst the ugly booing from the hostile Indonesian crowd, she was seen moved to tears too.
I am in awe.
Many PRC FTs that we love to convert under our national sports program often have this nonchalant, it's-purely-business air about them where they took up citizenship purely for the material aspect of improving their lives through the sports they play.
Yet there are some who treasure the opportunity and embrace our country as their new home and identity. And from their efforts representing our nation, they endear themselves into Singaporean hearts.
I would put Fu Mingtian up there among them.
She became the first Singaporean to not only reach the women's badminton singles finals, she also won it with a thrilling come-from-behind victory over Firdasari of Indonesia, who obviously had home court advantage.
Yet it wasn't the simple story of winning gold that captured alot of Singaporean hearts.
It was the grueling match itself where she stretched herself to the limit, and refusal to succumb to defeat that made this historic moment so sweet. Even against the vociferous and hostile crowd in the stadium and some impressive play by her opponent, she still held her own.
The final game was the most nail-biting. Both sides exchanged point for point from 12-12 all the way to 19-19. And then Firdasari won the next point making it 20-19 match point in her favour. I thought it was over, but Fu Mingtian refused to give in and took the next 3 points to win instead.
A very sweet victory indeed.
And even though she obviously cannot sing our national anthem (yet), I felt very proud of her having helped Singapore earn another gold medal in this fashion. In fact while Majulah Singapura was playing amidst the ugly booing from the hostile Indonesian crowd, she was seen moved to tears too.
I am in awe.
Many PRC FTs that we love to convert under our national sports program often have this nonchalant, it's-purely-business air about them where they took up citizenship purely for the material aspect of improving their lives through the sports they play.
Yet there are some who treasure the opportunity and embrace our country as their new home and identity. And from their efforts representing our nation, they endear themselves into Singaporean hearts.
I would put Fu Mingtian up there among them.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Punggol Promenade Futsal
I need to document all my exercise now just to motivate myself. How sad is that?
Played a decent two hour session of futsal in the new futsal facility in Punggol.
Nice to still be able to cut it on the pitch after such a long hiatus.
No broken ankle, torn knee ligaments, sore back is gonna stop me. I can't kick as hard as I used to but I think I still do pretty well as a holding or defensive midfielder. As they always say, as you grow older, soccer is more about vision and movement rather than speed and strength.
Keeps you alive on the pitch for a longer period.
The facility is run by Sports Planet, the same guys who run the East Coast futsal courts.
Hopefully we can get something regularly organized.
It's nice to have such a nice facility just a 3min drive away and so many friends living nearby coming together again. What better way to catchup?
Heck, maybe next time I'll jog to the futsal courts instead. That's what some of the others are actually doing! Either cycling or jogging just to 'warm down'.
Wah.
Played a decent two hour session of futsal in the new futsal facility in Punggol.
Nice to still be able to cut it on the pitch after such a long hiatus.
No broken ankle, torn knee ligaments, sore back is gonna stop me. I can't kick as hard as I used to but I think I still do pretty well as a holding or defensive midfielder. As they always say, as you grow older, soccer is more about vision and movement rather than speed and strength.
Keeps you alive on the pitch for a longer period.
The facility is run by Sports Planet, the same guys who run the East Coast futsal courts.
Hopefully we can get something regularly organized.
It's nice to have such a nice facility just a 3min drive away and so many friends living nearby coming together again. What better way to catchup?
Heck, maybe next time I'll jog to the futsal courts instead. That's what some of the others are actually doing! Either cycling or jogging just to 'warm down'.
Wah.
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Constructicons
Collecting the full Duplo Lego set!
Think I'm more excited collecting the set than my boy.
Haha.
Think I'm more excited collecting the set than my boy.
Haha.
True Fitness
This year it is unprecedented.
Since signing my new gym package in June, I've only been to the gym two times. Yes, twice only and one of those times I went there just to take a bath!
Considering that I'm only paying about $450 for a yearly membership, that works out to an exorbitant $225 per visit. That's one expensive bath right there.
I will have to go more often to average down my membership cost.
Now if only I can find the time to do that...
Lunchtime workouts anyone?
I also have to pass my IPPT this work year.
Haiz.
Since signing my new gym package in June, I've only been to the gym two times. Yes, twice only and one of those times I went there just to take a bath!
Considering that I'm only paying about $450 for a yearly membership, that works out to an exorbitant $225 per visit. That's one expensive bath right there.
I will have to go more often to average down my membership cost.
Now if only I can find the time to do that...
Lunchtime workouts anyone?
I also have to pass my IPPT this work year.
Haiz.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah
One of those songs that make me feel sad and comfortable at the same time.
The memories...
Sigh.
Friday, November 11, 2011
11th November 2011
This is indeed a rare occurrence.
Once in a hundred years, you get to write 111111 for dates.
Cool.
Cherish the moment.
Next and final one is next year when you can write 121212.
Oh did I mention that our Singtel wifi and Mio connections are finally up?! After almost two months?!
Great to be connected once again though.
Once in a hundred years, you get to write 111111 for dates.
Cool.
Cherish the moment.
Next and final one is next year when you can write 121212.
Oh did I mention that our Singtel wifi and Mio connections are finally up?! After almost two months?!
Great to be connected once again though.
Monday, November 07, 2011
Blast From The Past
Came across this blog that had one of the most comprehensive lists of things we remember from the 80s and 90s.
Simply nostalgic.
I even kept my old IC!
Simply nostalgic.
I even kept my old IC!
Monday, October 31, 2011
BOJ Intervention
It's funny yet sad that the Bank of Japan intervened on the Yen today and not only did I fail to make any money, I also lost quite a fair bit!
Kinda sucks when I knew it was gonna happen all along right?
And it's also times like these that you wallow in "what-if"s and head back to the drawing board that is your investment strategy.
Easy come easy go isn't it?
Sigh.
Next call USDSGD to go to 1.50 at least.
Kinda sucks when I knew it was gonna happen all along right?
And it's also times like these that you wallow in "what-if"s and head back to the drawing board that is your investment strategy.
Easy come easy go isn't it?
Sigh.
Next call USDSGD to go to 1.50 at least.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
New United Jokes :(
I may be a Manchester United fan, but I'm also able to see the lighter side of things :) Enjoy...
Sigh.
Q. What's the difference between Manchester United and a black cab?
A. A black cab only lets five in!
*
United's defence were at sixes and Evans.
*
Apparently, Sir Alex Ferguson is in trouble with the Queen.
Something about a sick swan.
*
All the Man United players all looked pretty upset. Except Rooney, who can't count to 6. He just looked confused.
(Rooney can count to six...on one hand)
*
It took most Man United fans over eight hours to get home last night.
The
M6/M1 were bumper to bumper all the way back to London.
*
The Glazers wanted the real fans' experience - they headed for London immediately after the game.
*
Alex Ferguson has accepted full responsibility for United's humiliation by City. He says he should not have rested Howard Webb for such an important game.
*
Those 19 banners could come in handy now - if City can turn them upside down.
*
United to win the second and third set?
*
What have Colonel Gaddafi and Manchester United got in common?
Both were slaughtered in their own back yard.
*
Manchester City have just gained a large following in the Chinese province of 'Sichuan'.
*
The scene: Monday morning in the Ferguson household.
Mrs Fergie: " Get up, Alex! It's just gone 7!"
Fergie: " Oh, no! Have they scored again?"
*
David De Gea's mum rang him up at half-time...
...and told him to be home before seven.
*
Colleen Rooney missed the game to stay in and watch Six And The City.
*
City fans new favourite TV show - The Only Way Is One-Six.
*
And one for the Manchester United fans:
City fans have not seen a win like that since they were Chelsea fans.
Sigh.
Q. What's the difference between Manchester United and a black cab?
A. A black cab only lets five in!
*
United's defence were at sixes and Evans.
*
Apparently, Sir Alex Ferguson is in trouble with the Queen.
Something about a sick swan.
*
All the Man United players all looked pretty upset. Except Rooney, who can't count to 6. He just looked confused.
(Rooney can count to six...on one hand)
*
It took most Man United fans over eight hours to get home last night.
The
M6/M1 were bumper to bumper all the way back to London.
*
The Glazers wanted the real fans' experience - they headed for London immediately after the game.
*
Alex Ferguson has accepted full responsibility for United's humiliation by City. He says he should not have rested Howard Webb for such an important game.
*
Those 19 banners could come in handy now - if City can turn them upside down.
*
United to win the second and third set?
*
What have Colonel Gaddafi and Manchester United got in common?
Both were slaughtered in their own back yard.
*
Manchester City have just gained a large following in the Chinese province of 'Sichuan'.
*
The scene: Monday morning in the Ferguson household.
Mrs Fergie: " Get up, Alex! It's just gone 7!"
Fergie: " Oh, no! Have they scored again?"
*
David De Gea's mum rang him up at half-time...
...and told him to be home before seven.
*
Colleen Rooney missed the game to stay in and watch Six And The City.
*
City fans new favourite TV show - The Only Way Is One-Six.
*
And one for the Manchester United fans:
City fans have not seen a win like that since they were Chelsea fans.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Manchester United 1 Manchester City 6
My.
This is a very dark day to be a Man U fan.
This is the first time I've seen us leak 6 goals at Old Trafford.
Johnny Evans ought to be sold.
We just weren't good enough in almost every area.
Fergie was gambling and this was once when things wet awry.
The only consolation I can think of is that we lost to a very good team that took their chances. You could see it coming over the last few games but deep down we just hoped we never met with such a finishing clinic from an opponent.
Hopefully we learn from this experience and pick ourselves up the next game.
It's still early days in the season. So it's not like we're screwed.
The way I see it City will not have enough experience to last the full distance while Chelsea will tire out towards the end.
We just need to take our chances.
GGMU!!!
This is a very dark day to be a Man U fan.
This is the first time I've seen us leak 6 goals at Old Trafford.
Johnny Evans ought to be sold.
We just weren't good enough in almost every area.
Fergie was gambling and this was once when things wet awry.
The only consolation I can think of is that we lost to a very good team that took their chances. You could see it coming over the last few games but deep down we just hoped we never met with such a finishing clinic from an opponent.
Hopefully we learn from this experience and pick ourselves up the next game.
It's still early days in the season. So it's not like we're screwed.
The way I see it City will not have enough experience to last the full distance while Chelsea will tire out towards the end.
We just need to take our chances.
GGMU!!!
Singaporeans In SEA
There are so many Singaporeans travelling around South-east Asia.
Channelnewsasia is a must-have channel in all business hotels.
Everywhere you go you can easily identify a Singaporean from the moment he opens his mouth.
Channelnewsasia is a must-have channel in all business hotels.
Everywhere you go you can easily identify a Singaporean from the moment he opens his mouth.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Real Steel
It's been a really long time since I watched a movie.
This Hugh Jackman movie was the best we got to choose from.
Only so-so for me even though the wifey loved it.
Nothing much at the movies to attract me these days.
Why go to the movies when you can just watch the markets at home? Way more drama there :)
This Hugh Jackman movie was the best we got to choose from.
Only so-so for me even though the wifey loved it.
Nothing much at the movies to attract me these days.
Why go to the movies when you can just watch the markets at home? Way more drama there :)
Thursday, October 13, 2011
FA Vs TA
I've been trading alot on FA all year long, but lately I seem to have reverted back to TA (2008-2010).
Sometimes it's good to use a mixture of both for trading signals.
I need to work on my patience and discipline though.
Happy trading.
Sometimes it's good to use a mixture of both for trading signals.
I need to work on my patience and discipline though.
Happy trading.
Sunday, October 09, 2011
3 Days In, 3 Days Out
There's money to be made every single day in the markets. Yet, more people lose it than make it. How weird.
Look at the current volatility. Every 3 days when the market is one directional (be it up or down), it would be time to go the opposite direction. Because somewhere along the line, the market ALWAYS finds an excuse to go against the majority.
Yet very few people see it.
It's so simple to just see the big picture, look at the general trend, and follow it. Yet few people have the discipline to stick by it.
Greed is a horrible, horrible trading emotion to have.
Happy trading.
Look at the current volatility. Every 3 days when the market is one directional (be it up or down), it would be time to go the opposite direction. Because somewhere along the line, the market ALWAYS finds an excuse to go against the majority.
Yet very few people see it.
It's so simple to just see the big picture, look at the general trend, and follow it. Yet few people have the discipline to stick by it.
Greed is a horrible, horrible trading emotion to have.
Happy trading.
Thursday, October 06, 2011
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Monday, October 03, 2011
Short Sell Shell
Shell, one of the leading oil producers globally has bucked the selldown trend thanks to current oil prices.
After last week's refinery fire in Pulau Bukom though, they have had to shut it down for a week at least.
Good time to make a quick buck.
After last week's refinery fire in Pulau Bukom though, they have had to shut it down for a week at least.
Good time to make a quick buck.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Buy Any Currency Except...
The Euro.
That's right. Even the USD is safer right now.
The world knows about the USD plight, it's QEs, the bankrupted states and downgraded credit rating.
But what does the world know about the Euro contagion? How much debt is double counted across the EU?
We're only scratching the surface of the rabbit hole.
Safe trading.
That's right. Even the USD is safer right now.
The world knows about the USD plight, it's QEs, the bankrupted states and downgraded credit rating.
But what does the world know about the Euro contagion? How much debt is double counted across the EU?
We're only scratching the surface of the rabbit hole.
Safe trading.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Trading Trends
As if I needed to tell anyone to hold cash instead of trying to stock-bargainhunt here.
The investment strategy now shifts to FX. Here's something to look at if anyone even cared.
USDJPY
Everyone's been waiting for BOJ intervention and still it hasn't come yet. Yet it's support is holding out very strong. So a tight stop at 76.00 is feasible for a Long trade when the pair drops anywhere close to the twenties, allowing for alot of upside potential.
EURCHF
Since the SNB intervention, there is only one direction this pair can possibly go. With the peg at 1.2000, this can act as your stop. Thereafter can just take a Long trade and take profit at every new high.
Above are not recommendations to trade. There is huge risk in FX trading. Standard disclaimers apply.
:)
The investment strategy now shifts to FX. Here's something to look at if anyone even cared.
USDJPY
Everyone's been waiting for BOJ intervention and still it hasn't come yet. Yet it's support is holding out very strong. So a tight stop at 76.00 is feasible for a Long trade when the pair drops anywhere close to the twenties, allowing for alot of upside potential.
EURCHF
Since the SNB intervention, there is only one direction this pair can possibly go. With the peg at 1.2000, this can act as your stop. Thereafter can just take a Long trade and take profit at every new high.
Above are not recommendations to trade. There is huge risk in FX trading. Standard disclaimers apply.
:)
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Owen Hargreaves Is Such A Joke
Back when he was with United, he was crowing about how good and patient the medical staff were.
Now that he's gone over the City, he's said he was treated like a guinea pig and questioned the professionalism of United's medical staff.
I used to have a soft spot for him but that's all gone.
This is one really sour guy now that he's jumped to the other side of the fence.
It makes me wonder what his motivations are. Is he that sore (pardon the pun) that he never got the playing time he felt he deserved at United? Is he trying to win over City fans by slagging his past employers? Has he no gratitude for the 3yrs of medical treatments on a £60K per week contract he was on an ending up playing only 6 mins in those 3 years?
Fucking jerk.
Now that he's gone over the City, he's said he was treated like a guinea pig and questioned the professionalism of United's medical staff.
I used to have a soft spot for him but that's all gone.
This is one really sour guy now that he's jumped to the other side of the fence.
It makes me wonder what his motivations are. Is he that sore (pardon the pun) that he never got the playing time he felt he deserved at United? Is he trying to win over City fans by slagging his past employers? Has he no gratitude for the 3yrs of medical treatments on a £60K per week contract he was on an ending up playing only 6 mins in those 3 years?
Fucking jerk.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
That Torres Miss
Fernando Torres missed one of the easiest goals of the decade during Chelsea's 1-3 loss at Old Trafford last weekend.
Even I thought he couldn't have missed that.
The poor bugger.
When he scored at the opening of the first half I thought he might actually set himself up for a hat-trick and end up leveling the scores at 3-3 in a nightmarish scenario.
Well he did have the chances to bag 3 goals but one was lasted over the bar and the other was that memorable miss.
I dont know how he going to recover in confidence now.
What a waste of £50 million.
Haha.
GGMU!!!!
Even I thought he couldn't have missed that.
The poor bugger.
When he scored at the opening of the first half I thought he might actually set himself up for a hat-trick and end up leveling the scores at 3-3 in a nightmarish scenario.
Well he did have the chances to bag 3 goals but one was lasted over the bar and the other was that memorable miss.
I dont know how he going to recover in confidence now.
What a waste of £50 million.
Haha.
GGMU!!!!
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Wifi
Finally ended my disgustingly overpriced Starhub MaxOnline contract.
Signed up with Singnet instead and got Mio for free!
Will be out of wifi for a week though.
Welcome to OpenNet!
Signed up with Singnet instead and got Mio for free!
Will be out of wifi for a week though.
Welcome to OpenNet!
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Sucks Not To Exercise
Was looking forward to playing some pickup football this weekend.
Too bad we're short on players.
Sucks not to be able to get any exercise in for the last few weeks.
Maybe got to go down and run alone soon.
Or find other kakis to play with.
Too bad we're short on players.
Sucks not to be able to get any exercise in for the last few weeks.
Maybe got to go down and run alone soon.
Or find other kakis to play with.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
Germany To Give up On Greece?
Germany may be getting ready to give up on Greece. After almost two years of fighting to contain the region’s debt crisis and providing the biggest share of three European bailouts, Chancellor Angela Merkel is laying the ground for what markets say is almost a sure thing: a Greek default. Officials in Merkel’s government are debating how to shore up German banks in the event that Greece fails to meet the budget-cutting terms of its aid package and is unable to get a bailout-loan payment, three coalition officials said Sept. 9. The move capped a week of escalating German threats that Greece won’t get the money unless it meets fiscal targets and investors raising bets on a default. Ring-fencing their banks and a hardening of rescue terms risk isolating Germany and unnerving global policy makers already fretting that the region’s political tussles are roiling markets and threatening growth.
- Bloomberg
I personally think the EURUSD will head to 1.20 by Q1 2012.
Let's watch the drama unfold.
- Bloomberg
I personally think the EURUSD will head to 1.20 by Q1 2012.
Let's watch the drama unfold.
Bolton 0 Manchester United 5
Such solid gameplay.
Manchester United are playing such good football at the moment that they're a joy to watch.
I hope they can continue this form throughout the season and win the EPL and the UCL!
GGMU!!!
Manchester United are playing such good football at the moment that they're a joy to watch.
I hope they can continue this form throughout the season and win the EPL and the UCL!
GGMU!!!
Sunday, September 11, 2011
911
Today is the 10th year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center in Manhattan.
I remember the day it happened we were having scrabble & boggle training. After the training I went back to my single room and had the tv on all night to watch the disaster unfold, culminating in the collapse of both towers.
It was a terrible experience watching the disaster play out.
3 years later, I visited ground zero as they were still clearing up the site. It was a grim reminder of the effects of terrorism.
I hope something like this never happens in Singapore.
I remember the day it happened we were having scrabble & boggle training. After the training I went back to my single room and had the tv on all night to watch the disaster unfold, culminating in the collapse of both towers.
It was a terrible experience watching the disaster play out.
3 years later, I visited ground zero as they were still clearing up the site. It was a grim reminder of the effects of terrorism.
I hope something like this never happens in Singapore.
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
Singapore 0 Iraq 2
Our Lions lost last night at Jalan Besar stadium.
Iraq basically dominated us and we looked really tired with this match coming 3 days after the 1-2 loss to China in Kunming.
Still let's not forget this is only the 2nd time we're this far in the qualifying stages. Plus we have been playing some pretty neat football to get this far.
Get behind the boys already!
Go Lions go!
Iraq basically dominated us and we looked really tired with this match coming 3 days after the 1-2 loss to China in Kunming.
Still let's not forget this is only the 2nd time we're this far in the qualifying stages. Plus we have been playing some pretty neat football to get this far.
Get behind the boys already!
Go Lions go!
Sunday, September 04, 2011
Hundredth Monkey Effect
The hundredth monkey effect is a supposed phenomenon in which a learned behavior spreads instantaneously from one group of monkeys to all related monkeys once a critical number is reached. By generalization it means the instantaneous, paranormal spreading of an idea or ability to the remainder of a population once a certain portion of that population has heard of the new idea or learned the new ability.
Welcome to our new reality.
We are all but monkeys.
Welcome to our new reality.
We are all but monkeys.
Saturday, September 03, 2011
Butter Factory
A 3L vodka.
A 3L champagne.
A 750ML Hennessey VSOP.
And this is my last party stint in as long a time as possible.
It is time I moved on.
Finally.
A 3L champagne.
A 750ML Hennessey VSOP.
And this is my last party stint in as long a time as possible.
It is time I moved on.
Finally.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Conspiracy Theory In The SDP
So it dawned upon me that a new conspiracy theory might have hatched with this year's PE.
Isn't there a possibility that TJS is actually a troll planted by the PAP to destroy CSJ?
Let's look at what's going for him:
A) Appeared out of nowhere 4mths ago in the GE contesting under the SDP banner. Major coup for SDP as he was once in the PMO.
B) In his PE campaigns, came across as aggressive and confrontational. Just like you know who.
C) Mentioned after losing last night, that at least he achieved a Certificate of Eligibility out of all this. This means to say he was never in it to win it at all.
D) Thanks to the PE, he now commands a higher level of popularity among the hardcore opposition than CSJ.
This paves the way for him to contest CSJ for the post if Sec-gen of SDP.
Haha. Just a Sunday theory,
Let's see what plays out in GE2016.
Isn't there a possibility that TJS is actually a troll planted by the PAP to destroy CSJ?
Let's look at what's going for him:
A) Appeared out of nowhere 4mths ago in the GE contesting under the SDP banner. Major coup for SDP as he was once in the PMO.
B) In his PE campaigns, came across as aggressive and confrontational. Just like you know who.
C) Mentioned after losing last night, that at least he achieved a Certificate of Eligibility out of all this. This means to say he was never in it to win it at all.
D) Thanks to the PE, he now commands a higher level of popularity among the hardcore opposition than CSJ.
This paves the way for him to contest CSJ for the post if Sec-gen of SDP.
Haha. Just a Sunday theory,
Let's see what plays out in GE2016.
Tony Tan Is President
And so the electorate has spoken.
At least it was a very close fight between him and Tan Cheng Bock, with the latter losing by only 0.35% of votes.
Much closer than many have expected.
I'm sure even Tony himself didn't expect such a close fight.
Tan Jee Say took 25% and Tan Kin Lian took 5%, thus not getting back his deposit in the process.
This means hardcore opposition or anti-PAP voters still amount to only 30% of the electorate.
I think Tony has a tough job uniting the people.
Good luck to him!
At least it was a very close fight between him and Tan Cheng Bock, with the latter losing by only 0.35% of votes.
Much closer than many have expected.
I'm sure even Tony himself didn't expect such a close fight.
Tan Jee Say took 25% and Tan Kin Lian took 5%, thus not getting back his deposit in the process.
This means hardcore opposition or anti-PAP voters still amount to only 30% of the electorate.
I think Tony has a tough job uniting the people.
Good luck to him!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Sunday, August 21, 2011
SG Presidential Elections Predictions
Here are my PE voting percentage predictions:
TT: 45%
TCB: 20%
TKL: 5% (not getting his deposit back)
TJS: 20%
If only SGPools took bets on this :)
TT: 45%
TCB: 20%
TKL: 5% (not getting his deposit back)
TJS: 20%
If only SGPools took bets on this :)
TKL Says
Do you want the office of the President to be quarreling with the Government most of the time?
This was posted on his blog in reference to Tan Jee Say.
I guess my answer's a straightforward, "No!".
But like I said before. Have a feeling someone will not be getting back his PE deposit amount of $48,000.
That person will be Tan Kin Lian.
This was posted on his blog in reference to Tan Jee Say.
I guess my answer's a straightforward, "No!".
But like I said before. Have a feeling someone will not be getting back his PE deposit amount of $48,000.
That person will be Tan Kin Lian.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Post PC Era Is Here
It's been talked about alot, that the personal computer is dying a slow death.
Just this week HP announced that they were taking steps to move away from the PC business.
This is a huge confirmation that even the largest technological companies are looking at alternative sources of innovation.
People just don't use the PC anymore. It's bulky and immobile. Instead, people use their smartphones and tablets which run as fast as normal PCs these days.
In life we have to constantly adapt to our dynamic environment or else we will find ourselves losing out to the competition,
Learn to recognize macro-economic trends and we will always be ahead of the curve.
Just this week HP announced that they were taking steps to move away from the PC business.
This is a huge confirmation that even the largest technological companies are looking at alternative sources of innovation.
People just don't use the PC anymore. It's bulky and immobile. Instead, people use their smartphones and tablets which run as fast as normal PCs these days.
In life we have to constantly adapt to our dynamic environment or else we will find ourselves losing out to the competition,
Learn to recognize macro-economic trends and we will always be ahead of the curve.
Slow Retirement
I hereby announce that I will slowly but surely retire from the party scene.
Ain't getting any younger these days and my body is taking a longer time to recover from a night of hard alcohol intake.
Plus I want to devote more time to my family.
Sigh. It was fun those party days. But it's time to move on to another phase of my life.
Time to hit the gym. As always.
Maybe someday my version of partying will be drinking Tiger beer at the nearby kopitiam.
Ain't getting any younger these days and my body is taking a longer time to recover from a night of hard alcohol intake.
Plus I want to devote more time to my family.
Sigh. It was fun those party days. But it's time to move on to another phase of my life.
Time to hit the gym. As always.
Maybe someday my version of partying will be drinking Tiger beer at the nearby kopitiam.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
SK NEL
More crowded than ever.
You can tell that there are alot more people living here compared to a year ago.
The trains are packed by the time we hit the next stop at Buangkok.
This Northeast area is gonna be a goldmine.
Now all we need is a cinema in Sengkang.
You can tell that there are alot more people living here compared to a year ago.
The trains are packed by the time we hit the next stop at Buangkok.
This Northeast area is gonna be a goldmine.
Now all we need is a cinema in Sengkang.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Presidential Elections 2011
We have the Singapore Presidential elections this year.
It is the most hotly contested elections since inception. There are 4 contenders for the post and all have the same surname. Here're some thoughts off my head of each candidate:
Tony Tan
Former DPM. Probably most respected of the lot. Has PAP's endorsement. His hair alone might win him the Presidency.
Tan Cheng Bok
Ex-MP. Unfortunately I wasn't so politically savvy in the 80s and 90s to even remember him. Apparently makes fiery speeches. Trying to come off as an independent.
Tan Jee Say
Ex-PMO to GCT. Contested under the SDP banner in the last GE for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC which lost considerably to Vivian Balakrishnan and team. Face of Opposition. Has been endorsed by most opposition parties.
Tan Kin Lian
Ex-CEO of NTUC Income. Only candidate not to have contested in a GE. Started as an independent but has since drifted to the opposition camp. Most vocal against many government policies.
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Personally, I want a President who can maintain and uphold the dignity of the said office, even relative to the existing government and Singapore as a nation, in the eyes of the world. What I do not want, is a President who will potentially be speaking out of line away from the government and setting a polarized tone each time he opens his mouth. Furthermore, I want a President who looks like a president in the eyes of the people. Someone that the majority can respect, and look up to. It's obviously subjective, but I want someone that most respected institutions endorse. That's because I will see his face in every school, government institution, stat board that I will ever visit for the next 5 years. And his wife's face too!
Remember, this is not the GE. This is the PE. Two different roles altogether. While the opposition has gained much inroads during this year's GE, riding on the back of anti-PAP sentiment, I do not expect anything less than a PAP-endorsed win here.
This is also where the smarter Opposition play their cards right, in preparation of GE2016. Notice that the WP have remained somewhat out-of-the-picture? And they have all to gain for this. Because, they will keep mum and respect whichever outcome since either way goes well for them. If Tony Tan wins, they look good for having taken the practical route and not trying to stir local on-the-ground sentiment, instead showing cordial respect to the existing cabinet. If anyone else wins, they will play up their Opposition card. And who else but they have the largest and only Opposition representation in cabinet?
The biggest losers will potentially be the ultra-liberals, SDP and NSP. Especially if they keep shooting their mouths off, cajoling everyone to vote for change or for someone wanting to speak for the people. They will be in for a very rude shock come the next GE.
Note to Nicole Seah: Please quit the NSP already! Join a less liberal Opposition and gun for an SMC next term!
Hence my vote goes to Dr Tony Tan. White hair, Brylcream et al.
Epic win coming our way. Someone will not be getting his election deposit back that's for sure.
It is the most hotly contested elections since inception. There are 4 contenders for the post and all have the same surname. Here're some thoughts off my head of each candidate:
Tony Tan
Former DPM. Probably most respected of the lot. Has PAP's endorsement. His hair alone might win him the Presidency.
Tan Cheng Bok
Ex-MP. Unfortunately I wasn't so politically savvy in the 80s and 90s to even remember him. Apparently makes fiery speeches. Trying to come off as an independent.
Tan Jee Say
Ex-PMO to GCT. Contested under the SDP banner in the last GE for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC which lost considerably to Vivian Balakrishnan and team. Face of Opposition. Has been endorsed by most opposition parties.
Tan Kin Lian
Ex-CEO of NTUC Income. Only candidate not to have contested in a GE. Started as an independent but has since drifted to the opposition camp. Most vocal against many government policies.
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Personally, I want a President who can maintain and uphold the dignity of the said office, even relative to the existing government and Singapore as a nation, in the eyes of the world. What I do not want, is a President who will potentially be speaking out of line away from the government and setting a polarized tone each time he opens his mouth. Furthermore, I want a President who looks like a president in the eyes of the people. Someone that the majority can respect, and look up to. It's obviously subjective, but I want someone that most respected institutions endorse. That's because I will see his face in every school, government institution, stat board that I will ever visit for the next 5 years. And his wife's face too!
Remember, this is not the GE. This is the PE. Two different roles altogether. While the opposition has gained much inroads during this year's GE, riding on the back of anti-PAP sentiment, I do not expect anything less than a PAP-endorsed win here.
This is also where the smarter Opposition play their cards right, in preparation of GE2016. Notice that the WP have remained somewhat out-of-the-picture? And they have all to gain for this. Because, they will keep mum and respect whichever outcome since either way goes well for them. If Tony Tan wins, they look good for having taken the practical route and not trying to stir local on-the-ground sentiment, instead showing cordial respect to the existing cabinet. If anyone else wins, they will play up their Opposition card. And who else but they have the largest and only Opposition representation in cabinet?
The biggest losers will potentially be the ultra-liberals, SDP and NSP. Especially if they keep shooting their mouths off, cajoling everyone to vote for change or for someone wanting to speak for the people. They will be in for a very rude shock come the next GE.
Note to Nicole Seah: Please quit the NSP already! Join a less liberal Opposition and gun for an SMC next term!
Hence my vote goes to Dr Tony Tan. White hair, Brylcream et al.
Epic win coming our way. Someone will not be getting his election deposit back that's for sure.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Beware The Bear
It is lurking. That is a guarantee.
Have you ever seen a dead cat bounce?
This rally looks exactly like one.
Take care, be nimble, and keep your gunpowder dry.
Have you ever seen a dead cat bounce?
This rally looks exactly like one.
Take care, be nimble, and keep your gunpowder dry.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
USD 2013
The US have announced that interest rates will remain low till 2013 at the very least.
What this means is that there is only one direction the USD will likely go. South.
I expect USDSGD to hit 1.10 by year's end.
1.00 by end 2012.
Time to buy a nice little apartment in uptown Manhattan.
What this means is that there is only one direction the USD will likely go. South.
I expect USDSGD to hit 1.10 by year's end.
1.00 by end 2012.
Time to buy a nice little apartment in uptown Manhattan.
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Chen Show Mao & NDP 2011
Chanced upon this hilarious picture on Chen Show Mao's FB page. I mean you really gotta give it to the guy man. He's so bloody rich, chose to serve with the opposition and give back to society, and still maintains such a great sense of humour.
His caption was something like Happy 46th National Day from Fatimah and me at Lorong Ah Soo.
Of course all you can see is Fatimah Lateef, PAP MP at the ward across his Aljunied ward, on the billboard which absolutely dwarfs the common man. But you'll see at the bottom left hand corner Mr Chen is there as well!
Talk about Fatimah looking larger than life. Same goes for all the other PAP MPs using these huge-ass billboards to reach out to the masses. So high-handed kinda feeling. That's probably all you will ever get to see of her!
I think that the length of Fatimah's mouth on the billboard is longer than Mr Chen's height. Its huge! :P
Make what you will but it does emphasize the budget size that the ruling party has compared to the opposition, and yet you have to admire people like Mr Chen for bringing such perspectives to our everyday lives.
In fact, you readers should go Like Mr Chen's FB page. The way he utilizes FB to reach out to his fans is unique and grounded. Quite similar to George Yeo.
If the WP continues to bring in talent like him to serve the greater good, there is no doubt that more votes will go towards them in the next GE.
Happy birthday Singapore!
Sunday, August 07, 2011
Community Shield 2011
The season begins next week!
And tonight is the curtain-raiser, the Community Shield, between Manchester United and crosstown rivals, Manchester City.
Can't wait to see the new Man U first team.
GGMU!!!
And tonight is the curtain-raiser, the Community Shield, between Manchester United and crosstown rivals, Manchester City.
Can't wait to see the new Man U first team.
GGMU!!!
Saturday, August 06, 2011
US Credit Rating Cut
As if this were a surprise, rating agencies have cut The United States' credit rating for the first time ever. From AAA to AA+.
What this means is that less people will want to hold USD anymore.
And this means we're probably headed for another global meltdown. A slower one this time, but still a meltdown nonetheless.
I think all this have been calculated positions all along by the US government. So don't be surprised if things get even worse before they start getting any better.
Are interest rates going to start rising from here?
The return of volatility may be a good thing for me though. :)
What this means is that less people will want to hold USD anymore.
And this means we're probably headed for another global meltdown. A slower one this time, but still a meltdown nonetheless.
I think all this have been calculated positions all along by the US government. So don't be surprised if things get even worse before they start getting any better.
Are interest rates going to start rising from here?
The return of volatility may be a good thing for me though. :)
Friday, August 05, 2011
Chinatown Point
Being renovated right now.
It's been taken over by Perennial Trust so I'm hoping the renovations would help it's current lagging business.
Meanwhile, I'm taking the longer than usual walk to Chinatown MRT station.
Speaking of MRT, have I even begun complaining about the latest round of fare hikes?!
Like WTF man.
TPL's police case can take so long.
Ministerial pay review can take so long.
HDB BTO demand will take damn long.
NNBPCB, PTC fare hike review took like less than 3 weeks to confirm plus consult all associated parties.
Tuck Yew understand!
It's been taken over by Perennial Trust so I'm hoping the renovations would help it's current lagging business.
Meanwhile, I'm taking the longer than usual walk to Chinatown MRT station.
Speaking of MRT, have I even begun complaining about the latest round of fare hikes?!
Like WTF man.
TPL's police case can take so long.
Ministerial pay review can take so long.
HDB BTO demand will take damn long.
NNBPCB, PTC fare hike review took like less than 3 weeks to confirm plus consult all associated parties.
Tuck Yew understand!
Thursday, August 04, 2011
Another BOJ Intervention
This time they propelled USDJPY from 76.90 all the way to 80.01. Must have cost them a bomb.
Plus it might have killed a whole lot of traders, or made some people very rich.
Which side were you on today?
Plus it might have killed a whole lot of traders, or made some people very rich.
Which side were you on today?
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Allure Of The Northeast
It is no secret that the government wants to turn the Northeastern region into another coastal residential area like the East Coast.
The HDBs are up already and now the land for private property are tendered next. All the facilities along the rivers are also up already, such as the boardwalks, sports complexes and many more are changing the landscape here. With alot more being constructed, things like a horse ranch and stable, driving range, sailing club and sea activities centre are all expected to be ready soon. Even Coney Island has been merged with the mainland.
A check on the URA planning website also shows more empty plots slated for commercial activities. Even the planned HDB BTOs are trying to tout beachfront housing.
This thus leads to the headache of wondering if we should continue to stay here or to move back to the East Coast. Admittedly when we first moved here I'd initially had my mind set to move back east once we can do so. But slowly this place grew onto me and as I watch this region develop, I can actually see a thriving new town giving the east side a run for it's money.
Even the schools here are much coveted.
Headache.
Sigh.
The HDBs are up already and now the land for private property are tendered next. All the facilities along the rivers are also up already, such as the boardwalks, sports complexes and many more are changing the landscape here. With alot more being constructed, things like a horse ranch and stable, driving range, sailing club and sea activities centre are all expected to be ready soon. Even Coney Island has been merged with the mainland.
A check on the URA planning website also shows more empty plots slated for commercial activities. Even the planned HDB BTOs are trying to tout beachfront housing.
This thus leads to the headache of wondering if we should continue to stay here or to move back to the East Coast. Admittedly when we first moved here I'd initially had my mind set to move back east once we can do so. But slowly this place grew onto me and as I watch this region develop, I can actually see a thriving new town giving the east side a run for it's money.
Even the schools here are much coveted.
Headache.
Sigh.
3rd Round Draw For Singapore
Don't know why the local press isn't covering the Asian Zone 3rd Round World Cup Qualifiers group draws last night in Rio. Especially since Singapore is part of it for only the 2nd time in our football history.
Singapore has been drawn into a really tough group comprising China, Iraq and Jordan.
China seems quite determined to make it to the World Cup Finals. Iraq has qualified countless times. Jordan has also done very well in recent memory.
Honestly I'll be surprised if we do not end up bottom of the pile, or even win a single game.
Only the top 2 in each group qualify for the 4th round.
Nonetheless, go Lions!! You never know!
View rest of the draw here.
Singapore has been drawn into a really tough group comprising China, Iraq and Jordan.
China seems quite determined to make it to the World Cup Finals. Iraq has qualified countless times. Jordan has also done very well in recent memory.
Honestly I'll be surprised if we do not end up bottom of the pile, or even win a single game.
Only the top 2 in each group qualify for the 4th round.
Nonetheless, go Lions!! You never know!
View rest of the draw here.
Friday, July 29, 2011
Malaysia 1 : Singapore 1
Singapore is through to the 3rd round of the World Cup qualifiers after a spectacular match last night which ended 1-1. This means our Lions go through 6-4 on aggregate.
Was a very brave performance by our boys.
Most notably my Man of the Match was Hariss Harun who played a monster of a match as midfield destroyer. That guy was all over the field man!
Go Lions go!!!
Was a very brave performance by our boys.
Most notably my Man of the Match was Hariss Harun who played a monster of a match as midfield destroyer. That guy was all over the field man!
Go Lions go!!!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Tiger Hunt
Tonight the Singapore Lions play Malaysia in Bukit Jalil stadium in KL.
Hope they come away with a win or a draw!
Hope they come away with a win or a draw!
Friday, July 22, 2011
All Time Fav NDP Song
Just heard this year's NDP song by Lorraine Tan. Nice song, but this song belongs to the radio, not for airing on TV :P
Still my fav all time NDP song is What Do You See by Electrico.
Ranking a close 2nd right now, is the latest rendition of Home written by Dick Lee. Funny it wasn't released during NDP. It was released earlier this year as a Total Defence song.
Weird.
Still my fav all time NDP song is What Do You See by Electrico.
Ranking a close 2nd right now, is the latest rendition of Home written by Dick Lee. Funny it wasn't released during NDP. It was released earlier this year as a Total Defence song.
Weird.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Wendi Deng, The Rich Tai Tai
At long last, the News Of The World inquiry has exposed one of the world's greatest mysteries: Wendi Deng is the Pink Power Ranger.
See more of her superhero escapades here!
See more of her superhero escapades here!
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Public Transport Companies
I am outraged that our so-called public transport companies are applying to have fares increased further, citing increased costs, when together they can actually declare a $215mil profit for last year.
How does this make sense? Then why call them public transport companies if the aim is to maximize profitability instead of public-spirited affordability?
They should be called publicly listed transport companies instead.
Where is the logic?
I hereby declare that I'm going to accumulate shares in these so-called public transport companies until my dividends can pay for all my so-called public transport costs.
Wonder if that's a wise move?
How does this make sense? Then why call them public transport companies if the aim is to maximize profitability instead of public-spirited affordability?
They should be called publicly listed transport companies instead.
Where is the logic?
I hereby declare that I'm going to accumulate shares in these so-called public transport companies until my dividends can pay for all my so-called public transport costs.
Wonder if that's a wise move?
Sunday, July 10, 2011
The Difference Between Men And Women: Dating
*NOTE* Very loosely based on actual scenario, don't come and kill me after reading this :)
Me: Hey bro, got a friend to introduce to you. Free this Saturday evening?
Bro: Pretty bo?
Me: As pretty as you are handsome.
Bro: Ok, swee.
Me: Steady. Seeya!
Wifey: Hey girl, interested to go chill out over beers with one of my hubby's guy friends this Saturday evening?
Girl: Hmm...
Wifey: Just chill out only lah, nothing more than that.
Girl: Erm...
Wifey: Ok I jio another friend for company?
Girl: Uh... Ok lor. Not sure if I'm free though. Where?
Wifey: We go for dinner? Or Beers? Or play games?
Girl: Beers please.
Wifey: Ok!
Girl: Erm, still not sure leh. Scared awkward.
Wifey: C'mon, it will be fun.
Girl: Hmm...
Wifey: Very eligible!
Girl: Eh, can I confirm with you again?
Wifey: Come lah, I know you are always complaining that you have nothing to do on Saturday evenings.
Girl: Well...
Wifey: XXX is coming too!
Girl: Ok, erm if she go then I might go lor.
Wifey: K set! So see you on Saturday!
Girl: you confirm she is going too ah?
Wifey: Yes lah.
Girl: Ok. I confirm with you again k?
Wifey: :S
Girl: What is the guy doing?
Wifey: He is working as a XXX! Good catch!
Girl: Isit?!
Wifey: Very very eligible and he is a 好人!
Girl: Wah...
Wifey: Yeah!
Girl: Then why he single?!
Wifey: Hmm...work too hard? Never socialize much?
Girl: Means he is boring?
Wifey: No! He is very funny!
Girl: Ugly?
Wifey: No lah, ok lor.
Girl: Ok means not handsome.
Wifey: Great personality!
Girl: Hmm...
Wifey: Come on lah, just go and chill out and catch up.
Girl: How about we go XXX and I can jio some friends along?
Wifey: NO!
Girl: Orh.
Wifey: So ok hor? Saturday evening?
Girl: Erm, scared I got something on leh.
Wifey: Zzzz, you won't have anything on lah!
Girl: Confirm XXX going ah?
Wifey: Yes, she is going too.
Girl: Eh, ok lah.
Girl: Let me confirm with you again.
Wifey: Zzzzzzzzzzzzz...
Me: Hey bro, got a friend to introduce to you. Free this Saturday evening?
Bro: Pretty bo?
Me: As pretty as you are handsome.
Bro: Ok, swee.
Me: Steady. Seeya!
Wifey: Hey girl, interested to go chill out over beers with one of my hubby's guy friends this Saturday evening?
Girl: Hmm...
Wifey: Just chill out only lah, nothing more than that.
Girl: Erm...
Wifey: Ok I jio another friend for company?
Girl: Uh... Ok lor. Not sure if I'm free though. Where?
Wifey: We go for dinner? Or Beers? Or play games?
Girl: Beers please.
Wifey: Ok!
Girl: Erm, still not sure leh. Scared awkward.
Wifey: C'mon, it will be fun.
Girl: Hmm...
Wifey: Very eligible!
Girl: Eh, can I confirm with you again?
Wifey: Come lah, I know you are always complaining that you have nothing to do on Saturday evenings.
Girl: Well...
Wifey: XXX is coming too!
Girl: Ok, erm if she go then I might go lor.
Wifey: K set! So see you on Saturday!
Girl: you confirm she is going too ah?
Wifey: Yes lah.
Girl: Ok. I confirm with you again k?
Wifey: :S
Girl: What is the guy doing?
Wifey: He is working as a XXX! Good catch!
Girl: Isit?!
Wifey: Very very eligible and he is a 好人!
Girl: Wah...
Wifey: Yeah!
Girl: Then why he single?!
Wifey: Hmm...work too hard? Never socialize much?
Girl: Means he is boring?
Wifey: No! He is very funny!
Girl: Ugly?
Wifey: No lah, ok lor.
Girl: Ok means not handsome.
Wifey: Great personality!
Girl: Hmm...
Wifey: Come on lah, just go and chill out and catch up.
Girl: How about we go XXX and I can jio some friends along?
Wifey: NO!
Girl: Orh.
Wifey: So ok hor? Saturday evening?
Girl: Erm, scared I got something on leh.
Wifey: Zzzz, you won't have anything on lah!
Girl: Confirm XXX going ah?
Wifey: Yes, she is going too.
Girl: Eh, ok lah.
Girl: Let me confirm with you again.
Wifey: Zzzzzzzzzzzzz...
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
Awaiting The New Season
Already can hardly wait for the new season to start.
I think we're in a very good position to retain our title, and our new buys have been fantastic. We will have Phil Jones, Ashley Young and David de Gea joining us next season an we're still strong as ever. Also I see the rest of the competition faltering at some point next season.
Personally, I think our closest challengers next season will be Manchester City. Sucks to say it but they have a fairly good squad now. Their only downside right now will be if or rather, when Tevez finally leaves. Then they will be short of striking options.
At this point I cannot see any other realistic challengers.
Chelsea are too old and they will be cruelly exposed next season if they still rely on the aging legs of Terry, Lampard and a host of other stalwarts. More so if Drogba leaves.
Arsenal are in even worse shape. They currently look like losing Fabregas and Nasri while one of their best defenders, Clichy, had joined City.
Tottenham will still not be good enough until they get a few proper strikers.
Liverpool looks like their on the rise but next season will not be theirs. They've got way too many lousy players on their payroll.
Can't wait for the season to start!
I think we're in a very good position to retain our title, and our new buys have been fantastic. We will have Phil Jones, Ashley Young and David de Gea joining us next season an we're still strong as ever. Also I see the rest of the competition faltering at some point next season.
Personally, I think our closest challengers next season will be Manchester City. Sucks to say it but they have a fairly good squad now. Their only downside right now will be if or rather, when Tevez finally leaves. Then they will be short of striking options.
At this point I cannot see any other realistic challengers.
Chelsea are too old and they will be cruelly exposed next season if they still rely on the aging legs of Terry, Lampard and a host of other stalwarts. More so if Drogba leaves.
Arsenal are in even worse shape. They currently look like losing Fabregas and Nasri while one of their best defenders, Clichy, had joined City.
Tottenham will still not be good enough until they get a few proper strikers.
Liverpool looks like their on the rise but next season will not be theirs. They've got way too many lousy players on their payroll.
Can't wait for the season to start!
Sunday, July 03, 2011
Thailand Polls
Thailand goes to the polls today.
Gonna be very interesting.
Just hoping that there will not be any violence and that everyone will respect the polling results.
Gonna be very interesting.
Just hoping that there will not be any violence and that everyone will respect the polling results.
Friday, July 01, 2011
NBA Lockout
Look at the NBA website right now man.
It's a joke.
Thanks to the lockout which begins today, even the website staff are not working!
All you can read about is the WNBA.
Sigh.
Greed is really bad isn't it?
It's a joke.
Thanks to the lockout which begins today, even the website staff are not working!
All you can read about is the WNBA.
Sigh.
Greed is really bad isn't it?
Thursday, June 30, 2011
The Funniest Joke In The World
Two hunters are out in the woods when one of them collapses. He doesn’t seem to be breathing and his eyes are glazed. The other guy whips out his phone and calls the emergency services. He gasps, “My friend is dead! What can I do?” The operator says “Calm down. I can help. First, let’s make sure he’s dead.” There is a silence, and then a shot is heard. Back on the phone, the guy says “OK, now what?”
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Cash Is King
Really can't see much value in the markets these days.
What with the whole global economic situation being so precarious. In the US, nobody dares to pull off anything until early August when the debt limit issue is settled. Still lingering talks of QE3 there as well. Europe isn't any better. One day its going to be a successful Greek rescue and another day the whole Europe will go bankrupt. Asia is more of a property bubble is it happening or not conundrum.
Decided to shift a chunk of my funds into cash now.
Cash is king. With the SGD slated to hit 1.15 against the USD by year's end, I think we're in a strong position to benefit. US stocks just keep getting cheaper and cheaper.
Long SGD!
What with the whole global economic situation being so precarious. In the US, nobody dares to pull off anything until early August when the debt limit issue is settled. Still lingering talks of QE3 there as well. Europe isn't any better. One day its going to be a successful Greek rescue and another day the whole Europe will go bankrupt. Asia is more of a property bubble is it happening or not conundrum.
Decided to shift a chunk of my funds into cash now.
Cash is king. With the SGD slated to hit 1.15 against the USD by year's end, I think we're in a strong position to benefit. US stocks just keep getting cheaper and cheaper.
Long SGD!
Sunday, June 26, 2011
July 3rd
Thai national elections.
This should be interesting...
Reminds me of the time we had to travel up for business and it turned out to be an anniversary of the Thai King's sister's death. Alcohol was banned all weekend. Heard it's gonna be the same this time around too.
I'm rooting for Abhisit to stay in power. He's been doing a good job handling the Thai economy so far.
Yingluck Shinawatra is pretty hot nonetheless.
Hopefully there wouldn't be any violence.
This should be interesting...
Reminds me of the time we had to travel up for business and it turned out to be an anniversary of the Thai King's sister's death. Alcohol was banned all weekend. Heard it's gonna be the same this time around too.
I'm rooting for Abhisit to stay in power. He's been doing a good job handling the Thai economy so far.
Yingluck Shinawatra is pretty hot nonetheless.
Hopefully there wouldn't be any violence.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Rainbow And Delphin Vacuum Cleaners
Has anyone bought either of these brands of vacuum cleaners for SGD3,000+ and up?
Basically what they do is they either get your contact via a referral from a friend, or they give you a free pot(or something) at a household fair. They then lug their huge-ass water-filtration based vacuum cleaners to your home and tells you it's a one-off free cleaning service.
Once they enter your home, the selling begins. From praising you, giving you irresistible offers, spouting all the healthy living spiel, to very amazing demonstrations sucking up your bed and sofas to leave you almost embarrassed that they are so dirty.
Finally they refuse to leave, throwing everything at you from interest-free instalment plans, free gifts, cheaper rates if you gave her a few names of friends who could use the product, leaving at least a small initial deposit, using their cleaning service. Anything just for you to part with your money.
I did abit of searching for both products online and was amazed by the amount of negative news, comments, reviews available.
Basically, if a product were this good, it would never receive so much negative publicity bordering on people calling them scams and con jobs. Now I won't say that they are, but I believe there are a few things that you readers should know so that you know what to expect when you next receive such an invite for free cleaning service etc.
Point 1. The vacuum cleaner seems quite good. There are not many water-based filtration vacuum cleaners around and it is true that water does contain dirt and mites better than your normal filter bag. The machine itself is as powerful as it gets too. A check on US websites actually gives the vacuum cleaners a four out of five star rating on average.
Point 2. The most common complaints I can find on the use of the vacuum cleaners are that firstly, they are too bulky. At 30lbs that's like 15kg of rock to lug around. Sucks if you have stairs in your house. Secondly, the assembly and cleaning process is extremely tedious. Unlike conventional cleaners where you just turn off the machine and store it, this one you have to assemble, and after cleaning you have to clean out the filter bowl, grimy dust filled water and all. Thirdly, they're loud. But then that's because they have a huge motor to suck right? Lastly, they have no retractable wires, so you have to wrap the wiring around the machine and basic storage looks ugly.
Point 3. The price factor. The Rainbow was offered to us for SGD 3.4K. NOT KIDDING. This hulk of a machine actually costs about USD 300 to assemble according to most online opinion. Yet the magic of removing dust mites from your bed does make people part with their money rather easily. Now I see little marketing for this product, so most of the extra profits should be used to pay the salesmen. Thats a very high profit margin. It explains their pushiness to sell.
Point 4. You have to understand how this company works. From what I've read, they could be abit like pyramid selling, Get-rich-quick selling, or MLM even. The salespeople themselves are lured with high income for little work adverts and the focus of their training is direct sales techniques. The salespeople apparently are not paid a salary and are paid on a tiered basis based on how many machines they sell. Apparently they can earn up to 1K per machine? Hence the pushy sales.
Point 5. Do more research online. Honestly, I only did it because I found it funny that I've never heard of these two brands prior and yet they dared to sell for such obscene prices. The online negativity and tsunami of bad experiences is one thing you might want to try not to get sucked into if you want an unbiased view. Just try to read the genuine experiences, some are really quite satisfied while others are downright terrible like getting cheated of even more money by their salesperson! Read and decide yourself.
Point 6. Aftersales support. The biggest complaint from owners of the machines, is after sales support. Most say they cannot locate who to be responsible when machines breakdown, when wanting to service under warranty or simple when trying to get in touch with the company. And most times the salespeople would just run you through an endless loop of people transferring you in circles. Next biggest complaint is high cost of servicing if not covered under warranty and sales of spare parts.
All in, do your check and balance before committing to buying the product even if you think it will be worth every cent of your thousands of dollars. It is not right to be aggressively pressured into buying after only one demo. If all else fails, there is always the Small Claims Tribunal. So far, several cases against Delphin have been won there.
Basically what they do is they either get your contact via a referral from a friend, or they give you a free pot(or something) at a household fair. They then lug their huge-ass water-filtration based vacuum cleaners to your home and tells you it's a one-off free cleaning service.
Once they enter your home, the selling begins. From praising you, giving you irresistible offers, spouting all the healthy living spiel, to very amazing demonstrations sucking up your bed and sofas to leave you almost embarrassed that they are so dirty.
Finally they refuse to leave, throwing everything at you from interest-free instalment plans, free gifts, cheaper rates if you gave her a few names of friends who could use the product, leaving at least a small initial deposit, using their cleaning service. Anything just for you to part with your money.
I did abit of searching for both products online and was amazed by the amount of negative news, comments, reviews available.
Basically, if a product were this good, it would never receive so much negative publicity bordering on people calling them scams and con jobs. Now I won't say that they are, but I believe there are a few things that you readers should know so that you know what to expect when you next receive such an invite for free cleaning service etc.
Point 1. The vacuum cleaner seems quite good. There are not many water-based filtration vacuum cleaners around and it is true that water does contain dirt and mites better than your normal filter bag. The machine itself is as powerful as it gets too. A check on US websites actually gives the vacuum cleaners a four out of five star rating on average.
Point 2. The most common complaints I can find on the use of the vacuum cleaners are that firstly, they are too bulky. At 30lbs that's like 15kg of rock to lug around. Sucks if you have stairs in your house. Secondly, the assembly and cleaning process is extremely tedious. Unlike conventional cleaners where you just turn off the machine and store it, this one you have to assemble, and after cleaning you have to clean out the filter bowl, grimy dust filled water and all. Thirdly, they're loud. But then that's because they have a huge motor to suck right? Lastly, they have no retractable wires, so you have to wrap the wiring around the machine and basic storage looks ugly.
Point 3. The price factor. The Rainbow was offered to us for SGD 3.4K. NOT KIDDING. This hulk of a machine actually costs about USD 300 to assemble according to most online opinion. Yet the magic of removing dust mites from your bed does make people part with their money rather easily. Now I see little marketing for this product, so most of the extra profits should be used to pay the salesmen. Thats a very high profit margin. It explains their pushiness to sell.
Point 4. You have to understand how this company works. From what I've read, they could be abit like pyramid selling, Get-rich-quick selling, or MLM even. The salespeople themselves are lured with high income for little work adverts and the focus of their training is direct sales techniques. The salespeople apparently are not paid a salary and are paid on a tiered basis based on how many machines they sell. Apparently they can earn up to 1K per machine? Hence the pushy sales.
Point 5. Do more research online. Honestly, I only did it because I found it funny that I've never heard of these two brands prior and yet they dared to sell for such obscene prices. The online negativity and tsunami of bad experiences is one thing you might want to try not to get sucked into if you want an unbiased view. Just try to read the genuine experiences, some are really quite satisfied while others are downright terrible like getting cheated of even more money by their salesperson! Read and decide yourself.
Point 6. Aftersales support. The biggest complaint from owners of the machines, is after sales support. Most say they cannot locate who to be responsible when machines breakdown, when wanting to service under warranty or simple when trying to get in touch with the company. And most times the salespeople would just run you through an endless loop of people transferring you in circles. Next biggest complaint is high cost of servicing if not covered under warranty and sales of spare parts.
All in, do your check and balance before committing to buying the product even if you think it will be worth every cent of your thousands of dollars. It is not right to be aggressively pressured into buying after only one demo. If all else fails, there is always the Small Claims Tribunal. So far, several cases against Delphin have been won there.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Humour
Humour is a rubber sword - it allows you to make a point without drawing blood. - Mary Hirsch
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Modric
Now that Luka Modric has stated that he wants to quit Spurs, who's gonna get him?
If he does indeed want to stay in London, then Chelsea does have an edge.
I just hope we get someone in to boost the midfield.
Maybe we won't buy anyone and we give Ryan Tunnicliffe and Tom Cleverly a chance?
If he does indeed want to stay in London, then Chelsea does have an edge.
I just hope we get someone in to boost the midfield.
Maybe we won't buy anyone and we give Ryan Tunnicliffe and Tom Cleverly a chance?
Monday, June 20, 2011
Irons
Been on the hunt for a new set of irons recently.
Right now I'm still using my old PCF set which I bought for $199 at an Isetan sale in 2007 that came with a brand new full set of irons, drivers, putter and the bag. That was my starter kit where I didn't want to commit too much money into in case golf didn't rub off on me.
I've since added only a hybrid to complement my game, and I carry only my 5, 7 and 9 irons when I play.
My best score is 103 at Marina Bay last year and I average 110 these days.
Not bad for a $199 investment.
But the time has come to up my game.
Would like to break 100 soon.
Right now I'm still using my old PCF set which I bought for $199 at an Isetan sale in 2007 that came with a brand new full set of irons, drivers, putter and the bag. That was my starter kit where I didn't want to commit too much money into in case golf didn't rub off on me.
I've since added only a hybrid to complement my game, and I carry only my 5, 7 and 9 irons when I play.
My best score is 103 at Marina Bay last year and I average 110 these days.
Not bad for a $199 investment.
But the time has come to up my game.
Would like to break 100 soon.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
NEL
The North East Line is really getting more and more crowded.
More and more people are already moving into Sengkang and Punggol with so many new flats TOP-ing.
In fact from the forums, it seems like more and more ang mos and PRCs and choosing Sengkang for rental due to the ease to get straight to town by train (20min). Hence rentals in this area are going up.
Although I doubt the train situation here is anywhere as bad as in Jurong East and Tampines right now.
Want to complain?
Tuck Yew! Understand?!
More and more people are already moving into Sengkang and Punggol with so many new flats TOP-ing.
In fact from the forums, it seems like more and more ang mos and PRCs and choosing Sengkang for rental due to the ease to get straight to town by train (20min). Hence rentals in this area are going up.
Although I doubt the train situation here is anywhere as bad as in Jurong East and Tampines right now.
Want to complain?
Tuck Yew! Understand?!
Monday, June 13, 2011
Thursday, June 09, 2011
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
In Good Company
Sometimes, good salespeople thrive on each other to become even better.
And that is what is happening right now.
The energy, vibes and positivity flowing all around is really amazing.
It makes you aspire to scale even higher heights and charge on towards further uncharted territory.
I am fearless.
And that is what is happening right now.
The energy, vibes and positivity flowing all around is really amazing.
It makes you aspire to scale even higher heights and charge on towards further uncharted territory.
I am fearless.
Thursday, June 02, 2011
A Two Month Wait
Is a really long time.
Until the new season begins.
Nothing much to look forward to from the football front.
Sigh.
Until the new season begins.
Nothing much to look forward to from the football front.
Sigh.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
The Jealousy Of Victory
I'm beginning to feel like last night's match has made me a bigger Manchester United fan than ever before.
Maybe it was the jealousy of not being able to celebrate an amazing victory.
Maybe it was the amazing standards Barcelona played that left me amazed that another team was capable of tearing us apart so comprehensively.
Maybe it was the romantics of all things Barcelona, the autocratic state of Catalunya et al.
Maybe it was the fact that there really was nothing and no one to blame for this loss. No variable permutation of our players or formation would have changed much of anything.
I'm proud as ever of what we have achieved this season. Still beyond my wildest dreams early in the season.
Six games in at the start of the season, if anyone had mentioned we'd make it to the semi-finals of the FA Cup, finals of the Champions League, and most significantly, league title number 19 in the bag, I might have refused to believe them one bit.
Sometimes, all we need is a little more belief.
Maybe it was the jealousy of not being able to celebrate an amazing victory.
Maybe it was the amazing standards Barcelona played that left me amazed that another team was capable of tearing us apart so comprehensively.
Maybe it was the romantics of all things Barcelona, the autocratic state of Catalunya et al.
Maybe it was the fact that there really was nothing and no one to blame for this loss. No variable permutation of our players or formation would have changed much of anything.
I'm proud as ever of what we have achieved this season. Still beyond my wildest dreams early in the season.
Six games in at the start of the season, if anyone had mentioned we'd make it to the semi-finals of the FA Cup, finals of the Champions League, and most significantly, league title number 19 in the bag, I might have refused to believe them one bit.
Sometimes, all we need is a little more belief.
Passed To Death
Admittedly, we lost to the better team. In fact, we lost to the best team.
I've had some sleep and still I feel like crap.
It's amazing how helpless it feels playing an opponent that can pass you into submission, regardless of how good you were.
We were all clapping for each successful tackle more than anything because chances were few and the statistics make a mockery out of our efforts to disrupt their play.
Probably we gave a better account for ourselves compared to 09. Rooney did score that wonder goal afterall, which gave us hope. Though that was not to be.
It is the start of a boring 2 months.
Just hoping that there will be some interesting transfers to look forward to.
Still proud to be a Man U fan through and through.
GGMU!!!
I've had some sleep and still I feel like crap.
It's amazing how helpless it feels playing an opponent that can pass you into submission, regardless of how good you were.
We were all clapping for each successful tackle more than anything because chances were few and the statistics make a mockery out of our efforts to disrupt their play.
Probably we gave a better account for ourselves compared to 09. Rooney did score that wonder goal afterall, which gave us hope. Though that was not to be.
It is the start of a boring 2 months.
Just hoping that there will be some interesting transfers to look forward to.
Still proud to be a Man U fan through and through.
GGMU!!!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Tonight
Let's be honest with ourselves here for abit.
I know we're not favourites to win, but all I want is to see us try our best.
We have a chance and hopefully the team does us proud.
Believe.
GGMU!!!
I know we're not favourites to win, but all I want is to see us try our best.
We have a chance and hopefully the team does us proud.
Believe.
GGMU!!!
Friday, May 27, 2011
Change
They say the only constant in life is change.
And with change we just need to adapt.
It is with optimism and positivity, things will eventually turn out for the better.
Much better.
And with change we just need to adapt.
It is with optimism and positivity, things will eventually turn out for the better.
Much better.
Monday, May 23, 2011
End Of Season
The BPL season has finally ended.
Man U are the champions for the 19th time.
Birmingham, Blackpool and West Ham have been relegated.
Chelsea and Man City get automatic qualification into the Champions league.
Arsenal has to play the qualification rounds to enter the UCL.
Tottenham gets the 5th placing Europa League slot, while Stoke City and Birmingham enter with their finalist and winners position of the FA Cup and League Cup respectively.
Fulham might get a slot due to it's FIFA Fair Play status.
Liverpool miss out on Europe for the first time in 11 years.
QPR and Norwich are promoted while Reading and Swansea play off for the last promotion berth.
Man U are the champions for the 19th time.
Birmingham, Blackpool and West Ham have been relegated.
Chelsea and Man City get automatic qualification into the Champions league.
Arsenal has to play the qualification rounds to enter the UCL.
Tottenham gets the 5th placing Europa League slot, while Stoke City and Birmingham enter with their finalist and winners position of the FA Cup and League Cup respectively.
Fulham might get a slot due to it's FIFA Fair Play status.
Liverpool miss out on Europe for the first time in 11 years.
QPR and Norwich are promoted while Reading and Swansea play off for the last promotion berth.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Swearing In The New Cabinet
Let's give the new cabinet a chance!
PM Lee sounds quite sincere on TV for once!
Else we always have the option to change the cabinet again in 5 years :)
PM Lee sounds quite sincere on TV for once!
Else we always have the option to change the cabinet again in 5 years :)
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Judgement Day II
Ok apparently Rapture will begin at 6pm local time, where all deserving good devout Christians will go to heaven, aka die in some natural disaster, while everyone else will hang around until October 21st before the world REALLY ends for good.
Hmm.
Wonder what's gonna happen to all the non-Christians?
Earthquakes, people, earthquakes!
Hmm.
Wonder what's gonna happen to all the non-Christians?
Earthquakes, people, earthquakes!
Friday, May 20, 2011
Judgement Day
Tomorrow, 21st May 2011.
Supposedly Judgement Day. End of the world.
Hopefully life goes on.
I want to make tons of money with my options! :)
I thought the next end of the world was on 21st December 2012?
How come no one's made a film about tomorrow at all?
Supposedly Judgement Day. End of the world.
Hopefully life goes on.
I want to make tons of money with my options! :)
I thought the next end of the world was on 21st December 2012?
How come no one's made a film about tomorrow at all?
Thursday, May 19, 2011
EURUSD 1.64 Call Option
Expiring on the 21st Of September this year.
Cost me only $75.
This could be my big ticket to riches!
Cost me only $75.
This could be my big ticket to riches!
MAS: Inflation Set To Ease For Rest Of 2011
I think that means we might have seen a low for USDSGD at 1.22.
Still a good catch at 1.24 right now.
Perhaps it is time to move some funds into US equities?
Wells Fargo anyone?
Still a good catch at 1.24 right now.
Perhaps it is time to move some funds into US equities?
Wells Fargo anyone?
Cabinet Reshuffle
What? Is this a game of musical chairs? Did PM Lee just pick names from a tikum box?
Some of his choices for the new cabinet are somewhat baffling. I mean, it's like he just told MBT, WKS and Raymond Lim to bugger off, then he said, everyone else, shift to the seat on your left, that's your new portfolio.
Eh, how come the Education seat is empty? Ah Heng, you come and sit in for one term. You do well then I give you more stuff to do. See Tharman? But must do well ah...
I hope the WP MPs give a credible account for themselves at the next parliamentary session.
Some of his choices for the new cabinet are somewhat baffling. I mean, it's like he just told MBT, WKS and Raymond Lim to bugger off, then he said, everyone else, shift to the seat on your left, that's your new portfolio.
Eh, how come the Education seat is empty? Ah Heng, you come and sit in for one term. You do well then I give you more stuff to do. See Tharman? But must do well ah...
I hope the WP MPs give a credible account for themselves at the next parliamentary session.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Aug 2
The USD has hit it's borrowing limit.
Come Aug 2nd, something will have to give, either the debt ceiling is raised or spendig reduced. Otherwise, an unthinkable US default might occur.
Unthinkable? Think again.
Time to bet on EURUSD hitting 1.7 by then perhaps?
Come Aug 2nd, something will have to give, either the debt ceiling is raised or spendig reduced. Otherwise, an unthinkable US default might occur.
Unthinkable? Think again.
Time to bet on EURUSD hitting 1.7 by then perhaps?
Sunday, May 15, 2011
One Reason I Love Manchester United So Much
Everyone is part of the team and the success of their 19th BPL title is all down to one amazingly huge team effort.
Is there a star in the team? Heck most of them are! But there is no big superstar. Not one. And everyone contributed in one way or the other.
I can't really name a player of the season but if I'm forced to I'd say it was Vidic. The guy was rock solid all year, though abit more shouting from him would have been nice.
VDS was outstanding. Too bad he's retiring.
Ryan Giggs is evergreen. My favorite player of all time.
Hernandez was a steal. From his first goal he scored so luckily with his face, I knew he was a good buy.
Nani was great for us at the start. Berbatov is still the league's top scorer. Fletcher was everywhere until a virus caught up with him. Michael Carrick then took over from where Fletcher left off. Smalling is the future of our defence. The da Silva twins are our future left and right backs. Scholes still passes around the park like no other. Park still has 3 lungs. Evra is Mr Reliable. Valencia made an amazing comeback. Rio is still rock solid when he's healthy. Neville retired at the right time. O'Shea is still one of the safest players around.
And last but not least of the special mentions: Rooney. Man I hated him for what he pulled off at the start of the campaign, but I think it's time we pat this guy on the back and say 'Well done, lad.'
This number 19 is one sweet title for us fans and it's made all the sweat and anxiety and heartache all worthwhile. All ABUs who doubted this team can now witness the sheer power of a collective pursuit relying on teamwork. Thanks to the brilliance of Sir Alex Ferguson.
Now for the Champions League and title number 20 next season!
Glory glory Man United!
Is there a star in the team? Heck most of them are! But there is no big superstar. Not one. And everyone contributed in one way or the other.
I can't really name a player of the season but if I'm forced to I'd say it was Vidic. The guy was rock solid all year, though abit more shouting from him would have been nice.
VDS was outstanding. Too bad he's retiring.
Ryan Giggs is evergreen. My favorite player of all time.
Hernandez was a steal. From his first goal he scored so luckily with his face, I knew he was a good buy.
Nani was great for us at the start. Berbatov is still the league's top scorer. Fletcher was everywhere until a virus caught up with him. Michael Carrick then took over from where Fletcher left off. Smalling is the future of our defence. The da Silva twins are our future left and right backs. Scholes still passes around the park like no other. Park still has 3 lungs. Evra is Mr Reliable. Valencia made an amazing comeback. Rio is still rock solid when he's healthy. Neville retired at the right time. O'Shea is still one of the safest players around.
And last but not least of the special mentions: Rooney. Man I hated him for what he pulled off at the start of the campaign, but I think it's time we pat this guy on the back and say 'Well done, lad.'
This number 19 is one sweet title for us fans and it's made all the sweat and anxiety and heartache all worthwhile. All ABUs who doubted this team can now witness the sheer power of a collective pursuit relying on teamwork. Thanks to the brilliance of Sir Alex Ferguson.
Now for the Champions League and title number 20 next season!
Glory glory Man United!
Retirement Of MM Lee And SM Goh
1. Big ups for their contributions towards the nation that Singapore is today. Every Singaporean has alot to thank then for.
2. That being said, this GE has shown that these two big guns were getting a tad out of touch with the electorate.
3. They will still have a bearing on many of PAP's policies but it is a good step forward that they do not have these ministerial posts hanging over their heads. At least their views can be more easily defined as their own rather than the PAP's.
4. For MM Lee in particular, this is a good move pre-empting his passing one fine day. Singapore can at least show that we can still survive without his ministerial shadow in the backdrop. And at least he will still be alive to see his legacy thrive.
5. Good to dilute MM Lee's accolades for his integral contribution towards nation building while he is still alive. Better than a tsunami of thanksgiving only after he dies. In fact, it will almost guarantee that his legacy will live on as long as Singapore remains a sovereign nation.
6. Give that man a statue already! My utmost respect to our founding father.
7. As a Marine Parade voter, don't you feel somewhat taken for a ride after GCT led his team to a slight victory and then retires from his post in the cabinet? GCT has done his part for this nation as well, and this exit strategy will preserve the good he has done. Hopefully he still helps the constituency.
8. Once again, this is a good move by them both. I look forward to us developing and advancing even further as a developed nation.
2. That being said, this GE has shown that these two big guns were getting a tad out of touch with the electorate.
3. They will still have a bearing on many of PAP's policies but it is a good step forward that they do not have these ministerial posts hanging over their heads. At least their views can be more easily defined as their own rather than the PAP's.
4. For MM Lee in particular, this is a good move pre-empting his passing one fine day. Singapore can at least show that we can still survive without his ministerial shadow in the backdrop. And at least he will still be alive to see his legacy thrive.
5. Good to dilute MM Lee's accolades for his integral contribution towards nation building while he is still alive. Better than a tsunami of thanksgiving only after he dies. In fact, it will almost guarantee that his legacy will live on as long as Singapore remains a sovereign nation.
6. Give that man a statue already! My utmost respect to our founding father.
7. As a Marine Parade voter, don't you feel somewhat taken for a ride after GCT led his team to a slight victory and then retires from his post in the cabinet? GCT has done his part for this nation as well, and this exit strategy will preserve the good he has done. Hopefully he still helps the constituency.
8. Once again, this is a good move by them both. I look forward to us developing and advancing even further as a developed nation.
Number 19
Manchester United won it's 19th BPL title today making it the winningest club in England.
Glory glory Man United!
Let's win the Champions League too!
Glory glory Man United!
Let's win the Champions League too!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
2011 GE: Something To Remember
Courtesy of Mr Brown.
Let's see how things develop over the next 5 years.
George Yeo to WP? *snigger*
Sunday, May 08, 2011
A Big Win For PAP?
Apparently not. Even though the PAP now dominates 93% of parliament (sadly TPL included), there are some interesting tidbits arisen from this year's GE that we should note of.
1. This is the opposition's biggest win since independence. Albeit a pathetic 7% representation, it will be interesting to see what they will be capable of given their impressive political resumes. There will be 6 opposition candidates this time around.
2. They are all from the WP. And what a force this might be if harnessed properly. All from the same party, there will be a united opposition front in parliament.
3. Of the 3 NCMP slots, 2 seats got to WP candidates (East Coast GRC & Joo Chiat) and Lina Chiam from the SPP. This makes 8 united opposing voices against the ruling party.
4. Overall, PAP only garnered 60% of the popular vote, meaning 40% of voters actually voted for the monkey. This is a 6% drop by the PAP from the last elections. What this means is that it will only be a matter of time that the PAP relinquishes it's majority if it still continues it's elitist overtures.
5. We will see the last of candidates like TPL. Given the huge drop in popularity, the PAP is more likely to ensure that all their candidates in future will be of much greater calibre, lest they lose more ground and potential ministers.
6. We haven't seen the last of Nicole Seah yet. 90,000 fans on Facebook can't be wrong. She is destined for greater things. And we will see her in 2016.
7. We might end up with a 2 party system afterall. Especially if the WP really does things well in the wards under their control. It will be interesting to see who the PAP will consider fielding in Aljunied come next GE.
1. This is the opposition's biggest win since independence. Albeit a pathetic 7% representation, it will be interesting to see what they will be capable of given their impressive political resumes. There will be 6 opposition candidates this time around.
2. They are all from the WP. And what a force this might be if harnessed properly. All from the same party, there will be a united opposition front in parliament.
3. Of the 3 NCMP slots, 2 seats got to WP candidates (East Coast GRC & Joo Chiat) and Lina Chiam from the SPP. This makes 8 united opposing voices against the ruling party.
4. Overall, PAP only garnered 60% of the popular vote, meaning 40% of voters actually voted for the monkey. This is a 6% drop by the PAP from the last elections. What this means is that it will only be a matter of time that the PAP relinquishes it's majority if it still continues it's elitist overtures.
5. We will see the last of candidates like TPL. Given the huge drop in popularity, the PAP is more likely to ensure that all their candidates in future will be of much greater calibre, lest they lose more ground and potential ministers.
6. We haven't seen the last of Nicole Seah yet. 90,000 fans on Facebook can't be wrong. She is destined for greater things. And we will see her in 2016.
7. We might end up with a 2 party system afterall. Especially if the WP really does things well in the wards under their control. It will be interesting to see who the PAP will consider fielding in Aljunied come next GE.
SG GE 2011
Quick reactions.
1. So the WP win Aljunied and Hougang while the PAP sweep everything else. Big winner is the WP for their Aljunied GRC win. It means 6 opposition voices in parliament compared to 2 previously.
2. My heart goes out to George Yeo, the biggest loser of this elections. A brilliant, humble man and one much more deserving of a seat in parliament then many of the other PAP shooins. I can only hope he gets another role that helps represent the people. Else maybe he should consider an opposition role at GE 2016 (you know the PAP will never afford that).
3. Chiam See Tong steps down after more than 27 years serving the people, having lost the Bishan-Toa Payoh ward. Abit sad but I kinda got the feeling his time was up. I can only wish him the best of health. Time for the man to take a backseat and smell the roses.
4. SDP's Holland-Bukit Timah lineup definitely disappointed by their results. Wasn't even close. Tan Jee Say should have joined the WP lah.
5. Nicole Seah. A rising star. She gave Goh Chok Tong a very good run for his money. I can only foresee good things for her political career if she steers herself on the road towards the administration.
6. Tin Pei Ling. The most undeserving of the 87 seats allotted. Even if you negated her booboo and then ignorance of her supposed offence during cooling off day, and the numerous times she's been posterized and insulted in the new media for unwanted unbecomings and behaviours, I still cannot accept that she is going to be a part of parliament. Much unlike what the government might think, she is not a voice of our younger Singaporean generation at all. She is but a policy agreer to the ruling party with no voice of her own, going by every single one of her pre-election rhetorics.
7. The GRC system has failed spectacularly when George Yeo is out and Tin Pei Ling is in. Something is terribly wrong.
8. I am happy that PAP retained it's seat in my ward at Pasir-Ris Punggol. I think Teo Ser Luck has done a good job so far. I hope he is destined for greater things.
1. So the WP win Aljunied and Hougang while the PAP sweep everything else. Big winner is the WP for their Aljunied GRC win. It means 6 opposition voices in parliament compared to 2 previously.
2. My heart goes out to George Yeo, the biggest loser of this elections. A brilliant, humble man and one much more deserving of a seat in parliament then many of the other PAP shooins. I can only hope he gets another role that helps represent the people. Else maybe he should consider an opposition role at GE 2016 (you know the PAP will never afford that).
3. Chiam See Tong steps down after more than 27 years serving the people, having lost the Bishan-Toa Payoh ward. Abit sad but I kinda got the feeling his time was up. I can only wish him the best of health. Time for the man to take a backseat and smell the roses.
4. SDP's Holland-Bukit Timah lineup definitely disappointed by their results. Wasn't even close. Tan Jee Say should have joined the WP lah.
5. Nicole Seah. A rising star. She gave Goh Chok Tong a very good run for his money. I can only foresee good things for her political career if she steers herself on the road towards the administration.
6. Tin Pei Ling. The most undeserving of the 87 seats allotted. Even if you negated her booboo and then ignorance of her supposed offence during cooling off day, and the numerous times she's been posterized and insulted in the new media for unwanted unbecomings and behaviours, I still cannot accept that she is going to be a part of parliament. Much unlike what the government might think, she is not a voice of our younger Singaporean generation at all. She is but a policy agreer to the ruling party with no voice of her own, going by every single one of her pre-election rhetorics.
7. The GRC system has failed spectacularly when George Yeo is out and Tin Pei Ling is in. Something is terribly wrong.
8. I am happy that PAP retained it's seat in my ward at Pasir-Ris Punggol. I think Teo Ser Luck has done a good job so far. I hope he is destined for greater things.
Friday, May 06, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
USD Crisis Looming?
At this rate, SGD will reach parity with USD by year's end.
Let's see how much more QE the US of A can take.
Meanwhile: Vote wisely!
Let's see how much more QE the US of A can take.
Meanwhile: Vote wisely!
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Vote For The Monkey
This is new GE slang for voting blindly for the opposition.
Originated from the much repeated line: Even if the opposition puts up a monkey to challenge the ruling party, I will still vote for the monkey.
I already smell an opposition win for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC with the SDP A team, and the Aljunied GRC with the WP A team.
Unless the rumors about Vincent Wijaysingha being gay are true, that might cost the SDP some votes.
Originated from the much repeated line: Even if the opposition puts up a monkey to challenge the ruling party, I will still vote for the monkey.
I already smell an opposition win for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC with the SDP A team, and the Aljunied GRC with the WP A team.
Unless the rumors about Vincent Wijaysingha being gay are true, that might cost the SDP some votes.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Your Vote Is Secret
Taken from WP website.
Hope this can clear some doubts abt the "myth" & "Rumours" abt ballotong
Voting and Ballot Secrecy
Have you heard people say that your vote is not secret? The short answer is that individual votes cannot be traced, unless an order of court is obtained under very specific circumstances.
Your Vote Is Secret
Below are some frequently asked questions about the voting process.
Q: Why does the election official call out my name and voter number at the polling station before giving me the ballot paper? I find it unsettling.
A: This is required under the Parliament Elections Act. Calling out you name and number enables the representatives of political parties at the polling station to verify and cross out your name on their registers. This is a transparent process to help both the ruling and opposition parties in 2 ways – to check against double-voting by any voter, and to tally the total number of votes and the number of ballot papers issued out at the close of voting.
Q: Why must the ballot papers have serial numbers?
A: This is a good way to guard against election fraud such as bringing counterfeit ballot papers into the polling station, vote impersonation or basing ballot papers which have been marked by others. We are not the only country in the world to have ballot papers numbered.
Q: After I have cast my vote, what happens to it?
A: After the close of polls at 8 pm, the votes are sealed and moved to the counting centres where they will be counted by civil servants from different departments in the presence of the candidates and agents from both ruling party and opposition. Once counted, the votes, together with all the relevant records, the stubs of the ballot papers as well as unused ballot papers are sealed and transferred to the vault at the Supreme Court where they are kept for at least 6 months. The votes cannot be retrieved unless a court order is obtained on the ground of election fraud.
According to the Elections Department website, no court order has been issued to retrieve votes since Singapore conducted elections in 1948.
At the end of 6 months, the sealed votes and records will be transferred to an incineration plant for destruction. The whole procedure is witnessed by candidates/agents from all parties. The Workers’ Party has been present and has found the seals on the votes and records intact. The Workers’ Party is satisfied about voting secrecy.
Q: After the election, politicians started saying that certain communities / blocks supported the ruling party or the opposition party. This shows that the votes are not secret.
A: Nobody knows how each individual voted. Each polling station serves about 10-20 blocks of flats and/or a few landed housing estates. Since the counting of votes is done by polling stations, it is possible to know the overall results of each polling station, which consists of a few thousand votes. The voting results, sorted by polling stations, are accessible to all political parties contesting in that constituency. It is possible to say a particular zone of residents supported a political party by x%, but it is not possible to narrow down the level of support to a particular block or an individual. The comments of politicians may be based on ground feel and feedback.
Q: How else can you reassure me that my vote is secret?
A: The Workers’ Party has participated in every General Election since the independence of Singapore. Based on our experience, we are certain that the vote is secret.
For anyone who is still in doubt, do bear in mind that tampering with the electoral process is illegal and tantamount to breaking the law. Doing so is not in the interest of the government as its power and legitimacy will be in question and its reputation tarnished locally and internationally. The government actually has more to lose if it fails to ensure that the vote is secret.
source : http://wp.sg/your-vote-is-secret/
Hope this can clear some doubts abt the "myth" & "Rumours" abt ballotong
Voting and Ballot Secrecy
Have you heard people say that your vote is not secret? The short answer is that individual votes cannot be traced, unless an order of court is obtained under very specific circumstances.
Your Vote Is Secret
Below are some frequently asked questions about the voting process.
Q: Why does the election official call out my name and voter number at the polling station before giving me the ballot paper? I find it unsettling.
A: This is required under the Parliament Elections Act. Calling out you name and number enables the representatives of political parties at the polling station to verify and cross out your name on their registers. This is a transparent process to help both the ruling and opposition parties in 2 ways – to check against double-voting by any voter, and to tally the total number of votes and the number of ballot papers issued out at the close of voting.
Q: Why must the ballot papers have serial numbers?
A: This is a good way to guard against election fraud such as bringing counterfeit ballot papers into the polling station, vote impersonation or basing ballot papers which have been marked by others. We are not the only country in the world to have ballot papers numbered.
Q: After I have cast my vote, what happens to it?
A: After the close of polls at 8 pm, the votes are sealed and moved to the counting centres where they will be counted by civil servants from different departments in the presence of the candidates and agents from both ruling party and opposition. Once counted, the votes, together with all the relevant records, the stubs of the ballot papers as well as unused ballot papers are sealed and transferred to the vault at the Supreme Court where they are kept for at least 6 months. The votes cannot be retrieved unless a court order is obtained on the ground of election fraud.
According to the Elections Department website, no court order has been issued to retrieve votes since Singapore conducted elections in 1948.
At the end of 6 months, the sealed votes and records will be transferred to an incineration plant for destruction. The whole procedure is witnessed by candidates/agents from all parties. The Workers’ Party has been present and has found the seals on the votes and records intact. The Workers’ Party is satisfied about voting secrecy.
Q: After the election, politicians started saying that certain communities / blocks supported the ruling party or the opposition party. This shows that the votes are not secret.
A: Nobody knows how each individual voted. Each polling station serves about 10-20 blocks of flats and/or a few landed housing estates. Since the counting of votes is done by polling stations, it is possible to know the overall results of each polling station, which consists of a few thousand votes. The voting results, sorted by polling stations, are accessible to all political parties contesting in that constituency. It is possible to say a particular zone of residents supported a political party by x%, but it is not possible to narrow down the level of support to a particular block or an individual. The comments of politicians may be based on ground feel and feedback.
Q: How else can you reassure me that my vote is secret?
A: The Workers’ Party has participated in every General Election since the independence of Singapore. Based on our experience, we are certain that the vote is secret.
For anyone who is still in doubt, do bear in mind that tampering with the electoral process is illegal and tantamount to breaking the law. Doing so is not in the interest of the government as its power and legitimacy will be in question and its reputation tarnished locally and internationally. The government actually has more to lose if it fails to ensure that the vote is secret.
source : http://wp.sg/your-vote-is-secret/
Opposition
I'm not pro opposition, nor pro ruling party. My vote is to the candidate(s) who can give the best for my ward. Simple as that.
With that, let me say it here first: this is the year the opposition will make the biggest gains in the elections since Singapore's independence.
The ruling party will be left stunned by the dismal results.
Here's why.
1. New Media
It was touted to change the game back in 2006, but it didn't change the outcome. This time around, its different. The people have gotten accustomed to using the internet to find out, verify and disspell myths and rumours. Showing your support for the other side or dismay at the ruling party is easy as clicking a Like button.
2. Less Fear
Were you one of those who got a chance to vote, then abstained because you were afraid the ruling party could track you and you never believed your vote was secret? There were tons of people like that! Well, this time around the skepticism has subsided. There is a more common herd to follow, and whether the vote is secret or not, many will not care less any further. That's because so many more people are freely declaring their vote to the monkey ("put a monkey there I will also vote for the monkey!"). How many times have you heard that in the last 3 months?
3. A Better Quality Oppositon
No more James Gomez integrity issues or Steve Chia nude pix. Now we have a slate of well-heeled, smart and able class of opposition candidates willing to take the fight to the ruling party. From scholars to ex top civil servants to brilliant top level executives, this new generation will fight on a leveller playing field. Names like Vincent Wijaysingha, Tan Jee Say, Chen Show Mao and even the young Nicole Seah are some to watch. It gives people even more confidence to vote for them.
4. Signs Of A Weakening Ruling Party
All does not seem well in the ruling party when their best and brightest spew the same rhetoric as they have done so arrogently over years of walkover elections, and contradicting each other in the process. Whether crying in a press conference or trying to sound like a meek alternative voice(group think?) is just scripted, staged or even real, the electorate is getting tired of the whining and distraction. Enough is enough as far as ignoring the real issues on the ground and giving repeated non-answers go. Worst yet is the rhetoric from the main man himself, the prodigal son, whose excuses, ducking of real issues and rinse-and-repeat answers are so lame and scripted it makes the old local drama VR Man sound more exciting. You know you've got issues when your predecessor distances himself from you.
5. A Fully Voting Electorate
Never underestimate the herd mentality. Even the 'fixed deposit' wards can be lost in a wave of alternate demand. This will be the first time since independance that almost all eligible Singaporeans will get to vote. And a lot of people out there have got an axe to grind.
The dissatisfaction and activism on the ground is very real and from the way I see it, the ruling party's reponses have left much to be desired up until this point. Revising from an earlier blog post, I now think the opposition can actually win at least 4 GRCs and 6 SMCs.
Watch this space. You heard it here first.
With that, let me say it here first: this is the year the opposition will make the biggest gains in the elections since Singapore's independence.
The ruling party will be left stunned by the dismal results.
Here's why.
1. New Media
It was touted to change the game back in 2006, but it didn't change the outcome. This time around, its different. The people have gotten accustomed to using the internet to find out, verify and disspell myths and rumours. Showing your support for the other side or dismay at the ruling party is easy as clicking a Like button.
2. Less Fear
Were you one of those who got a chance to vote, then abstained because you were afraid the ruling party could track you and you never believed your vote was secret? There were tons of people like that! Well, this time around the skepticism has subsided. There is a more common herd to follow, and whether the vote is secret or not, many will not care less any further. That's because so many more people are freely declaring their vote to the monkey ("put a monkey there I will also vote for the monkey!"). How many times have you heard that in the last 3 months?
3. A Better Quality Oppositon
No more James Gomez integrity issues or Steve Chia nude pix. Now we have a slate of well-heeled, smart and able class of opposition candidates willing to take the fight to the ruling party. From scholars to ex top civil servants to brilliant top level executives, this new generation will fight on a leveller playing field. Names like Vincent Wijaysingha, Tan Jee Say, Chen Show Mao and even the young Nicole Seah are some to watch. It gives people even more confidence to vote for them.
4. Signs Of A Weakening Ruling Party
All does not seem well in the ruling party when their best and brightest spew the same rhetoric as they have done so arrogently over years of walkover elections, and contradicting each other in the process. Whether crying in a press conference or trying to sound like a meek alternative voice(group think?) is just scripted, staged or even real, the electorate is getting tired of the whining and distraction. Enough is enough as far as ignoring the real issues on the ground and giving repeated non-answers go. Worst yet is the rhetoric from the main man himself, the prodigal son, whose excuses, ducking of real issues and rinse-and-repeat answers are so lame and scripted it makes the old local drama VR Man sound more exciting. You know you've got issues when your predecessor distances himself from you.
5. A Fully Voting Electorate
Never underestimate the herd mentality. Even the 'fixed deposit' wards can be lost in a wave of alternate demand. This will be the first time since independance that almost all eligible Singaporeans will get to vote. And a lot of people out there have got an axe to grind.
The dissatisfaction and activism on the ground is very real and from the way I see it, the ruling party's reponses have left much to be desired up until this point. Revising from an earlier blog post, I now think the opposition can actually win at least 4 GRCs and 6 SMCs.
Watch this space. You heard it here first.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
B Is For Broad
Purely for documentation's sake, I just want to make sure I remember all the below during my next ICT two years on (hopefully).
B is for Broad - during our departmental presentation, we had a slide on the screen where the commander said, "All this information is abit..." and JK pisses RT off when he unconsciously rattles off the word "broad" in front of the whole world. I mean, you don't diss your own work during an official presentation. Nor shoot your mouth off like that. He proceeds to piss RT off several more times during ICT. Incident is now famously known as Broad-gate.
C is for Captain - WF not knowing WL was holding the rank of Captain all this while. Also not knowing my name or BS's dialect names even though we have been in the same department for years. The guy has serious dysfunctional issues when he's in military garb man.
M is for movies - watched Sanctum and Limitless at Jurong Point. My first two movies in more than 8mths.
T is for triathelete - AL takes his 2.4km run during IPPT, got misdirected to a wrong route costing him an extra 300m and wrong direction. Still came back in a time of 8.56min. Fact.
V is for Vasectomy - BS got that done and the rest is history. For him at least.
Fond memories are often made of these quirky experiences with good friends. Some things just cannot be made up.
B is for Broad - during our departmental presentation, we had a slide on the screen where the commander said, "All this information is abit..." and JK pisses RT off when he unconsciously rattles off the word "broad" in front of the whole world. I mean, you don't diss your own work during an official presentation. Nor shoot your mouth off like that. He proceeds to piss RT off several more times during ICT. Incident is now famously known as Broad-gate.
C is for Captain - WF not knowing WL was holding the rank of Captain all this while. Also not knowing my name or BS's dialect names even though we have been in the same department for years. The guy has serious dysfunctional issues when he's in military garb man.
M is for movies - watched Sanctum and Limitless at Jurong Point. My first two movies in more than 8mths.
T is for triathelete - AL takes his 2.4km run during IPPT, got misdirected to a wrong route costing him an extra 300m and wrong direction. Still came back in a time of 8.56min. Fact.
V is for Vasectomy - BS got that done and the rest is history. For him at least.
Fond memories are often made of these quirky experiences with good friends. Some things just cannot be made up.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Rally Cry Of The Little Dragon
Eh, hallabout I wantch to helpch young singaporelang to lift better lifes. Improve their regisdential surroundings. Election time very exciting, I get gooseberries... Wassabout Let's rolling!!!
- Little Dragon
- Little Dragon
Another Away Draw
Darn. Just drew 0-0 away to Newcastle. Glut of chances and we missed them all. Definitely 2 point points dropped IMHO.
Pity our poor away form all season. The stretch of a game every 3-4 days must be taking its toll. Hopefully this game won't matter heading down this final EPL stretch.
Hoping Chelsea draw at home to Birmingham and Tottenham beat Arsenal at White Hart Lane tomorrow.
Then we still have to thrash Everton at OT this weekend.
Lotsa internet chatter about the 'family man' millionaire footballer shagging Imogen Thomas is Ryan Giggs. I'm definitely surprised to say the least. But then shit happens all the time does it not?
Pity our poor away form all season. The stretch of a game every 3-4 days must be taking its toll. Hopefully this game won't matter heading down this final EPL stretch.
Hoping Chelsea draw at home to Birmingham and Tottenham beat Arsenal at White Hart Lane tomorrow.
Then we still have to thrash Everton at OT this weekend.
Lotsa internet chatter about the 'family man' millionaire footballer shagging Imogen Thomas is Ryan Giggs. I'm definitely surprised to say the least. But then shit happens all the time does it not?
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Elections Lai Lo!
Singapore Government has dissolved parliament for the upcoming 14th GE.
Can't wait to attend some rallies for Pasir Ris - Punggol.
I think this elections with be trully exciting.
I am predicting that the opposition with win at least 1 GRC and 4 SMCs this time around. Still less than 2/3 majority but more ground gained nonetheless.
A healthy check and balance is on the cards!
Can't wait to attend some rallies for Pasir Ris - Punggol.
I think this elections with be trully exciting.
I am predicting that the opposition with win at least 1 GRC and 4 SMCs this time around. Still less than 2/3 majority but more ground gained nonetheless.
A healthy check and balance is on the cards!
Monday, April 18, 2011
Panic Vs Choking
Panic, is the opposite of choking.
Choking is about thinking too much. Panic is about thinking too little.
Choking is about loss of instinct. Panic is reversion to instinct.
They may look the same, but they are worlds apart.
- Malcolm Gladwell, What The Dog Saw
Choking is about thinking too much. Panic is about thinking too little.
Choking is about loss of instinct. Panic is reversion to instinct.
They may look the same, but they are worlds apart.
- Malcolm Gladwell, What The Dog Saw
Wahahahahaha!
Following the Arsenal - Liverpool match earlier.
Final score 1-1.
All 90 mins hardly any action and then in the 96th minute, Arsenal gets a penalty, van Persie scores. I think its all over, bury my head in my hands and think what a lousy weekend this has been. Then in the 101st minute, Liverpool gets a penalty! Kuyt scores! Suddenly I'm happy all over again.
6 games left to go and we're now 6 points clear at the top. As long as we win our 4 other games, the two crucial ones against Arsenal and Chelsea won't even matter! Haha! Can't be happier right now. For once, we just might have Liverpool to thank for.
Let's get the job done against Newcastle Tuesday!
FA Cup? What FA Cup?
Final score 1-1.
All 90 mins hardly any action and then in the 96th minute, Arsenal gets a penalty, van Persie scores. I think its all over, bury my head in my hands and think what a lousy weekend this has been. Then in the 101st minute, Liverpool gets a penalty! Kuyt scores! Suddenly I'm happy all over again.
6 games left to go and we're now 6 points clear at the top. As long as we win our 4 other games, the two crucial ones against Arsenal and Chelsea won't even matter! Haha! Can't be happier right now. For once, we just might have Liverpool to thank for.
Let's get the job done against Newcastle Tuesday!
FA Cup? What FA Cup?
Sunday, April 17, 2011
With My Rifle And My Buddy And Meeeee
Some takeaways from reservist.
Things are not so bad despite the lack of freedom and access like back in civilian life. There is a good arising from the cliched 'wait to rush, rush to wait' schedule, especially for our personal well-being, if one tried to put better use of the vast amount of time available at times.
Time to bond - What better way to catch up with the old times, update each other of our lives, share various views on topics dear to us, or even simply joke and talk crap with? There is reason why the brotherhood can stay close all through the years despite meeting up only 2-3 weeks in a year.
Time to think - Take a step back and think about things that matter to us. There is no better way to think calmly and conducively than a compulsory army stay where there is no time to take any action on a lot of decisions in our lives.
Time to appreciate - To feel the love from friends, colleagues and more importantly, family, missing you in the civilian world. There is a lot of appreciation to be felt about the people around us. Realizing how much we miss our loved ones. It gives us time to reanalyse our lives and take any necessary action if required, to better express any appreciations. Call it jail time if you must. But reflection can do wonders sometimes.
Time to plan - To fail to plan is to plan to fail. This old adage applies almost at every stage of our lives. This free time of self-reflection allows for planning the various actions that can be taken once we come out of the blocks running again. Be it family, work, social, personal or even our own quirky little hobbies. Have a plan in place to make our lives even better than they already are in the civilian world.
There you go.
Things are not so bad despite the lack of freedom and access like back in civilian life. There is a good arising from the cliched 'wait to rush, rush to wait' schedule, especially for our personal well-being, if one tried to put better use of the vast amount of time available at times.
Time to bond - What better way to catch up with the old times, update each other of our lives, share various views on topics dear to us, or even simply joke and talk crap with? There is reason why the brotherhood can stay close all through the years despite meeting up only 2-3 weeks in a year.
Time to think - Take a step back and think about things that matter to us. There is no better way to think calmly and conducively than a compulsory army stay where there is no time to take any action on a lot of decisions in our lives.
Time to appreciate - To feel the love from friends, colleagues and more importantly, family, missing you in the civilian world. There is a lot of appreciation to be felt about the people around us. Realizing how much we miss our loved ones. It gives us time to reanalyse our lives and take any necessary action if required, to better express any appreciations. Call it jail time if you must. But reflection can do wonders sometimes.
Time to plan - To fail to plan is to plan to fail. This old adage applies almost at every stage of our lives. This free time of self-reflection allows for planning the various actions that can be taken once we come out of the blocks running again. Be it family, work, social, personal or even our own quirky little hobbies. Have a plan in place to make our lives even better than they already are in the civilian world.
There you go.
FA Cup Semis: Man City 1 - Man United 0
1. Very xianz. Was really hopeful that we could turn the 2nd treble dream into reality. I guess we should now focus on winning the league first and foremost. Followed by the Champions League.
2. Just how could we lose to Man shitty on paper I have not idea but their 2nd half performance was strong. And we were getting pushed all over the midfield.
3. Berbatov really cannot play as a lone striker. One look at the team sheet and I was scratching my head. Even then, he really should have scored in the first half.
4. Don't understand why Berbatov was taken off for Anderson. Should have been Scholes instead. Especially when we were a goal down.
5. And really, what was Scholes thinking getting that red card?! I really hate to say this, but its times like this that I think he should retire. Legend, but still.
6. Carrick was playing pretty well until Yaya Toure stole his ball and scored. Bloody hell, all the good recent performances spoilt by that one stoopid slack move.
7. Argh. Damn cui right now. Thought it helps to read the comments on other Man U blogs and how cui all fans are right now. I also hope that Man shitty loses in the finals.
8. Focus on Newcastle away next Tuesday. We'd better beat the crap out of them.
2. Just how could we lose to Man shitty on paper I have not idea but their 2nd half performance was strong. And we were getting pushed all over the midfield.
3. Berbatov really cannot play as a lone striker. One look at the team sheet and I was scratching my head. Even then, he really should have scored in the first half.
4. Don't understand why Berbatov was taken off for Anderson. Should have been Scholes instead. Especially when we were a goal down.
5. And really, what was Scholes thinking getting that red card?! I really hate to say this, but its times like this that I think he should retire. Legend, but still.
6. Carrick was playing pretty well until Yaya Toure stole his ball and scored. Bloody hell, all the good recent performances spoilt by that one stoopid slack move.
7. Argh. Damn cui right now. Thought it helps to read the comments on other Man U blogs and how cui all fans are right now. I also hope that Man shitty loses in the finals.
8. Focus on Newcastle away next Tuesday. We'd better beat the crap out of them.
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