Aftermath

Its already more than 2 weeks since STPM results released and soon SPM results come next. Around these time, education fairs and scholarships start popping out and students are busy with the procedures. As for me, opportunities are available. If plan A fail, there is always plan B. The only thing that has been irking me is; my inability to make a dynamic decision with my career. Hopefully I won't be fickle-minded.

There are times where I wonder, the insecurity faced by students who excel in STPM. Lets start with students who got cgpa 3.835(2A and 2A-), 3.833(3A and 1B) and 3.92 (3A and 1A-). These group of students are often neglected especially in their choices for competitive courses like medic, pharmacy and dentistry. Why is that? Let's look at University of Melbourne prospectus, if u were to obtain cgpa 3.8 and above, you will definitely get a place there (of course you need $$$ ;-) ). On the other hand, if you have cgpa 4.0 (4A), you are not guarantee to have a place in either Malaysia universities available. 90% of your entry requirement is contributed by your cgpa while 10% is contributed by koku. Who would have thought the 10% of koku could be so salient. Mind you University of Melbourne outrank Malaysia unis. I could not possibly fathom one logic which is; a better uni require a lower cgpa while a lesser uni require a higher cgpa.

As for koku, I would often look at the perspective what I learnt during math lessons. THE MICRO and MACRO PICTURE. Look at the micro picture 1st, the school is the one who is in charge of distributing the marks. If your school care for you, you will probably know how they will help you, if not, too bad. As for the macro picture, I would say that government policy are the reasons why koku mark has become either "helpful" or "hindrance" to students.

Some would claimed that without strong moral values, there is no point getting straight As. I would say that is not the worrying issue. The biggest threat to our current education system is its declining standard especially SPM. Have you ever compare the difficulty SPM in '70s, '90s and 2000s. Another issue that has hardly been addressed at national level is the gap between SPM and Singapore O-level. Our straight As seems pale in comparison with those straight As in Singapore. The constant declining of spm now could hardly be used as an indicator. Take me for eg, I constantly scored 95 and above in additional math during F5 but I got a low-blow during my upper six trial exam when I only scored 48 for pure math!!! If I had choose my additional math marks as my indicator and a difficult math-related course, I would probably heading towards a big trouble. At least getting 48 for pure math is an excellent gauge where I actually stand.

When I look through TIMES magazine, I was intrigued by the article, "5 Things America Should Learn From China". One of the concerning issue is China's accelerated growth in not only economy but education. The most concerning trend happening is China's top students apparently are really studying 24/7 and could not comprehend the meaning of "play" or "tv". To them its a routine to study. If the American think-tank are concern with this trend, how should we feel? One can only wonder the answer.

Feature Film in 15 Malaysia

Check out this website (http://15malaysia.com/). The 1st movie is released 17 August 2009.

Ignorant

Frankly speaking, I almost forget that Friday is a schooling day as I presumed that its a full-fledged Monday-Friday holiday. Luckily I was reading through Teck Peng's blog and found out. I was thinking thoroughly and quite surprised that Friday is a schooling day. Upon reaching the gate, I wasn't surprise to see some people were wearing masks. Again the school never fail to surprise me; there is an assembly.

First, I whole-heartedly support with the school holiday idea. After all there are rumors saying 18 or 80 people contracting the symptoms related to H1N1. Safety first. But does the school put on their thinking cap. The aggregation of students in the quad is probably the last thing we need. If they want to check the temperature, do it at the entrance (somewhere where you don't block the incoming cars). I sure hoped there is no assembly on Monday. If there is, most probably we need to take our own precautions. If you noticed one thing is the school seems to be picking the pace to learn how our government cover their "track". FYI, there isn't any report or announcement made upon the fate of 18 or 80 people contracting symptoms relating to H1N1.

If you read the newspaper or online newspaper, you will found out that students having 37.5 degree Celsius are supposed to be sent home. However, the school seems to show more leniency in increasing the maximum temperature to another 1 degree Celsius than handing out 1 mark in our exam and koku (btw we deserve it). Apparently 1 mark in exam would make a difference but increasing the maximum temperature to 1 degree Celsius would most probably results in a catastrophe, for this case, you don't get to say, "Well showing a bit of leniency would not hurt at all". I am not really sure but maybe Cambridge forgot to lecture "How to Run The School When The World is Facing a Flu Outbreak".

PS: Just want to update my blog.

Signing off.

Languish and Hope

A thought struck on my mind today, 1 yr has passed since I entered L6. Gosh, time does really fly. Less than 5 months from now, all of us will be relieved from our schooling life forever. Noooooooooooooooooo... I guess nothing is permanent in this life, but hey, instead of thinking this is the end, I kinda feel hopeful when I was thinking this is another beginning of a new chapter in our life. Instead of worrying about the future, I came to my senses and realised that I was never going to be happy if I worry too much about the future. What I should be doing is focusing my entire energy moulding the present for the future. Worrying excessively doesn't solve a single problem but it create another problem. Great JW, now you are a philosopher!!!

I guess after this holiday we will be getting back to our 'normal' daily routine. I on the other hand had decided to make some changes. I guess the the change I would like to make is is is... gulp... sweating... I am stopping dota until the ultimate battle is over!!! To my dota mates, sorry. This time is different, let's just say that I could not forgive myself if I didn't put my entire energy on this battle. I rather fail trying than fail for not trying at all! To my dota mates, forgive me once again, I knew that my act is unpardoned, anyway I still apologised. After reading my long-winding words, I guess u guys will understand and forgive me. Aight? Hahaha.

Well, I better sleep now, its past bedtime, I have class. Till the next post. XD.

Relieved

Well, mid yr is finally over and it felt like a huge burden being lifted off. Now I am able to resume back to my normal and peaceful life again (least of all I am able to do everything without worrying about exam for a time being). Movies, dota, trips, outing, ah, what could be more beautiful than this sort of temporary freedom.

Trip was great, I wouldn't mind going for another school trip if there is one. Gotta salute to my comrade, CY. It ain't easy to organise a trip. You gotta do the calling, typing, talking, organising, etc etc. Well I am not a sentimental guy who is going to express my gratitude by hugging you and telling what a great job you done, but least of all, THANK YOU CY. Hehe.

Later trip ended, luckily the bus passed through the town center, I am able to get home without asking parents to fetch me back. Then, went EQ to have dinner and saw my old pal, Agil. Talked to him and wishes him best of luck for his final exam.

After dinner, went to grandpa's house. For the 1st time I felt the extreme heat in his house. Being there for over an hour. When I reached home, I started to feel grateful for having air cons in my rooms. I guess when we experience pain and suffering, only we will appreciate what we have. Typical humans.

Behind Scenes of Obama

Look as if he is sitting on 2 legs. I guess great people often share the same habit.



Late shift. Obama working late at night at the Oval Office. I guess being the most powerful man in US means lesser sleeping hours.



Looking on a painting in the Blue Room.



Reviewing documents as Rahm (Chief of Staff) talking to Gibbs (Press Secretary).



Quaterback. Obama plays with football while he is thinking or having a break.



Family is still important. Obama congratulating his daughter Sasha as she managed to navigate the building while he is still LOST!!!



Obama runs into Michelle and Malia as Malia talks about her school day.



Dining below Abraham Lincoln potrait.



Hold your horses lady, explain to me slowly how we can get out from this financial crisis. (Obama)

Darn it, you should be taking MBA or economic degree while you are in Harvard instead of LAW!!! (Christina Romer)



Every great man need a woman behind him to walk with him in every step to success.



With 700 billion dollar on line, the financial crisis will surely lighten.

Loveless Poem

Prologue
When the war of the beasts brings about the world’s end
The goddess descends from the sky
Wings of light and dark spread afar
She guides us to bliss, her gift everlasting.


Act I
Infinite in mystery is the gift of the goddess
We seek it thus, and take it to the sky
Ripples form on the water’s surface
The wandering soul knows no rest.

Act II
There is no hate, only joy
For you are beloved by the goddess
Hero of the dawn, Healer of worlds
Dreams of the morrow hath the shattered soul
Pride is lost
Wings stripped away, the end is nigh.

Act III
My friend, do you fly away now?
To a world that abhors you and I?
All that awaits you is a somber morrow
No matter where the winds may blow
My friend, your desire
Is the bringer of life, the gift of the goddess
Even if the morrow is barren of promises
Nothing shall forestall my return.

Act IV
My friend, the fates are cruel
There are no dreams, no honor remains
The arrow has left the bow of the goddess
My soul, corrupted by vengeance
Hath endured torment, to find the end of the journey
In my own salvation
And your eternal slumber
Legend shall speak
Of sacrifice at world’s end
The wind sails over the water’s surface
Quietly, but surely.

Act V
Even if the morrow is barren of promises
Nothing shall forestall my return
To become the dew that quenches the land
To spare the sands, the seas, the skies
I offer thee this silent sacrifice.

Another filler to the blog.
~Signing off~

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New Template

Its about time I changed the blog's template. Gotta match with ppl like Nic and CY who are updating their blogs every now and then. Anyway, back to my life. The 1 week holiday seems like ordinary schooling days as our committed Math teacher aka Mr Khoo decided to give extra class for 5 days. Look at the bright side, at least we almost finish integration and we get to joke once or twice in his class. Only one incident happen where I accidentally banged the school's oil palm tree while reversing. I hated myself for being too careless, letting my guard down. Still, lucky there is no visible scratches at the back of my car. Otherwise, my parents would be lecturing me for hours, not to mention banning me from driving. Hmmm, as a filler to the post, I went You-Tube to search for Final Fantasy 7 Crisis Core (must watch) and Advent Children. I just love Sephiroth and One Winged Angel music.

PS ~Signing off.

Know Yourself Better

Your view on yourself:
You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.

The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You like serious, smart and determined people.
You don't judge a book by its cover, so good-looking people aren't necessarily your style. This makes you an attractive person in many people's eyes.

Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you might that person.

The seriousness of your love:
Your have very sensible tactics when approaching the opposite sex. In many ways people find your straightforwardness attractive, so you will find yourself with plenty of dates.

Your views on education
Education is less important than the real world out there, away from the classroom. Deep inside you want to start working, earning money and living on your own.

The right job for you:
You have plenty of dream jobs but have little chance of doing any of them if you don't focus on something in particular. You need to choose something and go for it to be happy and achieve success.

How do you view success:
You are afraid of failure and scared to have a go at the career you would like to have in case you don't succeed. Don't give up when you haven't yet even started! Be courageous.

What are you most afraid of:
You are concerned about your image and the way others see you. This means that you try very hard to be accepted by other people. It's time for you to believe in who you are, not what you wear.
Who is your true self:You are mature, reasonable, honest and give good advice. People ask for your comments on all sorts of different issues. Sometimes you might find yourself in a dilemma when trapped with a problem, which your heart rather than your head needs to solve.