Day 03 - 5 Songs to have in a deserted island

For me to only have 5 songs on a deserted island, I would have to listen to the same songs over and over and not get bored. Either that, or it gives me motivation everytime I hear it. =) 

1) The Lazy Song - Bruno Mars

I can never get bored of this song. =P

There was one time I looped this song over and over while doing my assignment for 3 hours straight! And yeah, I did actually get my assignment done, contradicting the theme of the song I was listening to when I did it. XP

2) I'm Yours - Jason Mraz

This is also another song which I can't get bored of. Most times I can't really catch the lyrics, so for some songs I only like the catchy tune. But for this song, it has both a catchy tune and good lyrics! Not to mention Jason Mraz just does wonders with his voice. =D

3) Picture to Burn - Taylor Swift

Just because the attitude of this song is like "So what?" So what if you don't love me? So what if I'm stuck on a deserted island? This song would definitely keep me going, surviving everything God has to throw at planned for me. =)

4) 少年 - 曹格 & 光良

FYI, I'm not banana, I listen to Mandarin and Cantonese songs too! =p

For those who can't read Mandarin, this song portrays the unchanging principle of a young man despite the world which is trying to change him. Alone on a deserted island, this song will remind me to be strong willed and also give me some motivation to go through each day. =)

5) God is Good - Don Moen

Need I say more? This is one of the upbeat worship songs that I like the most and almost always keeps me in high spirit! Don't get me wrong, it's not that the slow songs are not good, but at the end of it they make me emo, and in addition to that, I'm all alone on a deserted island! We don't want that now, do we? =)

Cheers to 30-Day Blogging Challenge. =)

Day 02- Inspiration

I can be inspired by practically anything I see in daily life. Be it the people on the street, the pigeons flying about or even buildings. It's probably how I would see and relate things differently from most people. Try playing Taboo with me and you'll know what I mean. =)

Back to the topic, I find that people inspires me the most... Especially people, whom despite their disability, performs better in life compared to most people without disabilities... 

1) My deceased cousin
My cousin was borned with a disease that degenerates his muscles. At birth, even doctors gave him a maximum lifespan of only 30yrs old. I actually wrote a post about him after his funeral, so I'll just post the link here. 
Inevitable

2) The people in this video
Two dancers, he without arm, she without leg.

3) Ordinary people doing extraordinary deeds. Nuff' said.

Most of all, I'm always inspired by the people around me. My family, friends, relatives. Sometimes I have to look past the appearances to really appreciate what they're doing. And sad to say, I only learnt how to do that in recent years. At least, now that I can 'see' it, I can learn to appreciate it even more, especially when it goes unspoken. =)

Cheers to 30-Day Blogging Challenge. =)

Day 01- Guilty Pleasure

Hmm... Guilty pleasure? I guess for me it would be gluttony. I used to just eat whenever I don't have anything else to do at home, which explains why junk food will never last a week in my house. =p

I used to eat till the brim at buffets until I literally cannot walk. And when I can, I would go grab more food, lol. And the cycle repeats until it is time to leave. =p

But officially, I guess KFC would be my guilty pleasure. Everytime I have their chicken, I would first peel off the crispy skin, revealing all the oil beneath it that starts to drip onto the plate. Even seeing and knowing all the unhealthy effects it would bring to my body, I can still chuck it into my mouth and savour every bite! =p

But their chicken is only second best, the best thing they have to offer is still their CHEESY WEDGES!! Even after they started charging RM1 for extra cheese, I'd still go for it coz it's definitely worth it!! You know how unevenly spread the cheese is on the wedges when it is served? I would make sure that each one is well coated with cheese before eating it. And even after, I would finish every last bit of cheese left in the box. =p

Guilty I felt, but the pleasure was overwhelming!! =D

Cheers to 30-day Blogging Challenge. =)

A reason to blog: The 30-Day Blogging Challenge

Recently, I've been having all these random thoughts and didn't really know where to put them. I thought of putting it on my blog, but then again, they're just random thoughts...

So now, thanks to this 30-Day Blogging Challenge started by Christina, I've decided to blog again.

Day 01- Guilty pleasure

Day 02- Something that inspires you

Day 03- The five songs you would have with you on a desert island and why

Day 04- What you imagine paradise to be like

Day 05- A thank you letter to someone who has changed your life

Day 06- Earliest thing you can remember

Day 07- Favorite cover of your favorite song

Day 08- Someone you think would make a good president

Day 09- Five things you want to see change

Day 10- A dream you had this past week described in detail

Day 11- Favorite picture ever taken of yourself

Day 12- Your favorite musical artist’s life story

Day 13- A memory that never fails to make you laugh

Day 14- Best mashup you’ve ever heard

Day 15- A moment, phrase, or song that has changed your life the most

Day 16- Something that you want to do within the next five years

Day 17- What you want to remembered for

Day 18- A picture that makes you feel

Day 19- A passage from a book that has touched you

Day 20- A band that you immediately liked and the song that made you like them

Day 21- Your favorite medium of art

Day 22- Someone you would give your life up for without question

Day 23- Most awkward first impression you feel you’ve ever given

Day 24- Something you did as a child that other people remember you for

Day 25- Something you would do if no one stopped you or if you knew you wouldn’t fail

Day 26- Your definition of love

Day 27- Your definition of the meaning of life

Day 28- A moment you remember being completely happy in and a description of why you believe you were. What is your definition of happiness?

Day 29- What you live for

Day 30- Ways you believe you have grown over the past thirty days

Hopefully, I won't bore you guys with the boring thoughts that come out of my head. =p

If I do, you can read their posts too! ^^
Charmain
Carmen
Lindley
Brandon
Melanie

Cheers. =)

The Ex that I never knew

This brings me back to my form 6 days at S.M.K. Sultan Abdul Samad, PJ. 

I had taken part in a few clubs and each club was to send a representative to this 3-day-2-night camp called "Kem Integrasi" held and sponsored by the school. Being a scout, I loved camps and missed it dearly since I finished my SPM. But all the clubs that I was part of had already chosen their 'scape-goat' and at the same time, I was afraid to express my interest to join. Maybe it was peer pressure since everyone didn't want to go, I didn't wanna be the odd one out.

However, there was one club, whose members only counted a handful, who hadn't chosen anyone. Desperately trying to get it without drawing attention, I kinda 'lured' them into choosing me as their scape-goat. Mission accomplished! =D

I was thrilled to be able to join camps once again. I happily brought all my old scouting equipment 'back to life' not to mention my camping spirit! =D

As the camp began, we were split into groups. In my group, I was one of the 2 upper sixes in the group which meant that we, as the eldest, should lead the group. But the other person was a small, petite girl who has absolutely no clue. On top of that, I was also one of the only 2 guys in the group! The more reason I should be the group leader, right?

Nope, not for me at least.

I gently pushed all responsibilities to the other guy to be the leader. Why you ask? I had low self-esteem and wasn't confident in my own leadership, if I had any that is. I was also afraid to bear responsibilities because in previous camps, I tend to screw up stuff, big and small. 

The guy seems to be okay with his position and I can tell that he tries really hard to make up for his inexperience. He's better than me in the sense that he actually tries. So I guess my decision wasn't all that bad. =)

Although I broke free from being the leader, it didn't mean that I just sat there and watch him die. With the most experience in camping, I would feel bad if I didn't give him some advice when he needed it the most. In a way, I was leading the group through his hands.

As of most camps, they'll have teambuilding activities as well as bonding sessions. And through all of those, 1 of the girls fell for me. As in, had a crush, oh you get it, right?

I only realised it after the camp when she started sms-ing me on random occasions, and really often too. At that point of time, I didn't quite had the feelings she would like me to have, and even if I did, I wouldn't have had the guts to start a relationship. I was full of doubts. "Should I start this?" "Would I be a good boyfriend?" "Would I be able to develop feelings for her over time?"

All sorts of questions came into my mind. But yet, there was still no definite answer. Logically, at my current state, I should take whatever I can get. But my conscience told me that if I accept her and end up hurting her, then I shouldn't start this at all. But the other side also told me that I will not get another chance like this anytime soon, so if I give up without trying, I would've failed before it even began.

So I chose to let it be. To maintain the status quo. But if she were to ask me out, I guess I would be up for it? No, it didn't happen, that's why I'm still guessing. 

Soon, the smses started to die off, just as fast as it began. And so did my chance of loving someone with all my heart.

And now, I kinda regret that I didn't try. To be loved is a blessing, and to love back is the choice of accepting that blessing. I regretted not to had made the right choice. But if I don't fall down, I wouldn't know where to pick myself up, now would I?

What's done is done and there's no point crying over spilt milk. All I can do now is to appreciate the people who love me and to love 'em back. And if I ever get a second chance, I promise that I'll do everything that I can to make it work. Nema (=

Cheers.