First Day of My Life

Lovesong

2011-12-31T19:24:00.006+08:00

Hiya! :)

It's only a matter of 5 hours or less before it reaches the New Year - 2012 - and gone, another year from our lives. It suddenly dawned on everyone that it is the end of something and the beginning of another. Everyone's making resolutions again and listing how grateful/how much they are relieved that the year of 2011 is finally coming to an end. I was looking through my blog archive and realized almost every year, I will write something about the end of the year, even though, in reality, I barely celebrate this significant date - 31st December.

So, here I am, trying to keep up with my so-called tradition of writing a post at the end of the year whilst listening to the amazing Adele and wondering why am I sitting alone in front of a PC when everyone else is partying/celebrating. Lol.

So... without further ado, here's the list of things about the year of 2011, which to me (right now) are some of the highlights:

1. In some ways, my year sort of started off with a relatively large event which I was lucky to be a part of - Notts Charity Carnival 2011. Though throughout the few months I was jittery, stressed, having quite frequent breakdowns, but every time I look back, I always find myself happy and proud that I get to contribute as much as I could in such a project. :)

2. Parting with Smita. It was difficult because she was not only a good friend but someone whom I could really count on. Though it was only 1 year, I am glad I get to meet her, know her, and share some awesome memories together. :) It was hard when someone that awesome leaves and for some time I was pretty lost in my own insanity.

3. Photography. The year of 2011, to me is one of the busiest year I had with photography. I had numerous opportunities to photograph various events or just random outings. Every time I recall when I first got a digital camera in 2007, then a DSLR in 2009, then an additional lens in 2011, it amazes me how it all started and how much I fell in love with photography. It's like one step closer to my directing dream and it also opens up my eyes to how complicated photography really is, yet how a click on a button could capture a moment forever. So, I'm really grateful that my dad pushed me into it and I'm really thankful for all those opportunities this year. :)

Meeting Gurmit Singh! :P

4. Pouya. First as my boss, then as an awesome awesome friend. :) Great with advise, jokes, hugs, jiggling when you poke, smiles, positivity, stories, and many many more. Another friendship which started late and we parted our ways early but I hope with the power of the interweb and technology, we will be able to keep in touch. Thank you. :)

5. Flying in a small plane around KL. My first time on a small plane for maximum 4 people. It was crazy! A tad bit claustrophobic-feel after a while but it was a whole new experience to see KL view from the top. And to photograph from the plane is a whole other thing. Sticking your camera out, feels as if you're gonna drop it any second because of the strong gust of wind throughout the flight. But ultimately, it was amazing! :)

6. Went to my sort of first graduation ball this year. Had the chance to experience a posh dinner with a whole group of people of my age in fancy gowns and suits. It was great to be able to photograph some moments of it too whilst wearing a dress. Lol.

7. My first time to Pangkor Island. Though it was a day trip but it was fun to go with my dad, riding around an old motorcycle around the island as I soaked in the true beauty of the island from the beaches to the lifestyle to the people to the smell of the salty sea. :)

8. Taiwan. The land where everyone speaks Mandarin and Hokkien. It was my first time travelling alone to a whole new country where half the time I was lost in translation. Lol. As much as I thought it'll be not that great and the fact that I didn't know much bout the country didn't help, but in the end, I found myself at awe of the country and culture. From the architecture, to the history, to the nature, to the people, to the night markets, to the food, and much much more. It was an experience I don't really know how to put into words. Once again, I'm so glad that my dad allowed me to do this, funding me to go and pushing me to be more independent. Taiwan is truly an amazing place.

9. Death. Cancer. Not the horoscope, but the disease. For the first time I get to encounter a person whom I know personally who had to battle with this disease. The transition of a very healthy and strong person to someone who was constantly tired, weak and yet still fighting for her life. It's eerie and it's scary to see it for myself, but all I can say is that we, humans, or at least I, take a lot of things in this world for granted, especially with our lives. There are times where things will just happen and all you could do is think why did I not do this before?

10. My first encounter of the lunar eclipse. One word to describe it all: Wow! :)

11. Psychology. As it is the final year of my undergraduate studies in Psychology. It is time again for me to decide what I would do with this degree. Whether I would like to move on with it and further my studies in this field, or whether I would divert away from it and go on and work in a whole other field. But as time goes, I realized it is insane to feel like I have learned nothing more about Psych and yet I've learned so much about it since my first class till now. In some ways I think it's a good thing I've stumbled across it, and in some ways I think I've manage to find another field I am sort of passionate about. But how true is this? For whatever it's worth, I'm happy that I've got to explore such a vast and complex field of study.

12. Pets. For the first time, there's 2 more addition to my family and that is our pet dogs. After 21 years, there are dogs in the household. And I love them! :D

13. ACE Society. One of the only clubs which truly changed my life. I joined it because of a friend and the only way I ended up at the meeting is because of photography and also because it's charity. For so many years, I've been a pretty dormant student and for once I was involved with so many clubs and societies and this is the one that really impacted me. Not only did I get to photograph many events, but I was given the chance to design posters, head a project and now lead a committee. It's strange and it's still daunting to be the head of something and I am still very bad at it and am still learning. Nonetheless, it has been an insane and unpredictable year with this society. And all I can hope for is that it'll work out well in the end and to try to make a difference in this world, no matter how small it is. :)

14. Important people in my life. From my family to some of my friends. I truly truly could not explain or describe how much my life would be different without them. Family is one, my parents especially, without them, I wouldn't be here, I wouldn't even get to do any of the things listed above. My siblings, without them, I would never have understood the importance of being a kid, the reason why we wanted to be an adult when we were kids, and sibling love. Friends... well friends is not exactly the word to describe these people. They are not just friends. They are more than that. GH, though we're in the same university and we're only 10 minutes away from each other, we barely spent as much time as we used to and every time I thought of that I get really sad. But I do believe that because of our history and all that we've been through, we both understand why we're so close yet so far from each other, yet we're still the closest friends as we were before. The only thing I could wish for is to spend more time with you before it's too late. AA, you know who you are. Words in the human language could not describe how important you are to me. And without you I don't really know what would have happened. You are the pillar of strength for me. :)

For now, that is all I could think of from my box of memories. 2011 had/has been great. I've learned more than I ever could in a year and I'm grateful for all the little little things that happened, from a shooting star, to bowling, to microwave popcorn. I just hope more of these amazing opportunities and experiences could come in the year 2012 and that I would be able to handle them. :)

Happy New Year everyone!

See you guys next year!
Keep the Faith.
x
Platypus.

P.S.: New Layout and blog title for the new year. :P This time, the blog title and various other titles on the blog are from Bright Eyes' First Day of My Life song. :)

Samson

2011-12-27T14:22:00.003+08:00

Hey all,

Merry Christmas! :)

It's almost the end of the year 2011 and here we are.
I'm finally 21, legally an adult. What am I doing at this point in my life?

I'm still in university, still an undergrad student, still surviving psychology and discovering what I like and what I don't like about it.
I'm still financially dependent on my parents which is not cool.
My photography skills didn't really go that far yet, just about where I left it which is sad.
My siblings are growing up which is good and bad, good because it's nice to see how everyone is turning out to be, bad because I'm losing what I love about them, the way they were before.
My career choice/path still remains undecided and lost.
My love for Joseph Gordon-Levitt remains the same.
But my obsession for rock music is slightly slipping away currently, and my love for indie music is fueling more than ever.
My emotional development... I would like to believe it's a lil' better than before but then again, it's quite uncertain whether I grew older emotionally or remained the naive self that I am/was.
My circle of friends in a way is expanding and in a way it's shrinking. What do I think of it? I hope the people whom I found I'm comfortable with lingers around longer with me for me to get to know them more.

So, that's sorta sums up my feelings about 2011 so far. This is my so-called self-reflection time.
Don't have much to say though.
But I found this on Jared Leto's blog and find it very much true.

"Watch your thoughts, they become words. Watch your words, they become actions. Watch your actions, they become habits. Watch your habits, they become your character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny." --- Destiny.

Happy 40th Birthday Jared! :D

Provehito in Altum,
x
Platypus.

Rolling in the Deep

2011-11-22T04:05:00.002+08:00

Hi everyone,

Have you ever fought against the reality that people are telling you that you've changed? Denying the fact that you've changed, your personality is different, your point of view differs, your heart no longer the same, your ability to care was not the same as before. The inner conflict of the possibility that they are right and you are wrong against the idea that you are right, nothing has changed and they just couldn't understand only the situations changed.

It's an inner struggle between personalities, beliefs and sanity. It is devastating the moment truth was spilled and all you hear ringing in your ears is the entire time you thought/believed you were the same in fact, is not the truth. In reality, you've turned into the monster that you've hated before. You've become the person which you used to laugh, criticized and talked about. It is quite a moment when someone tells you, you are no longer the person they know or cared about.

So... now what?

Do I make a change to be the person I used to be?

Or do I let time takes its course and see where it brings me?

It hurts to know I've moved backwards in life instead of forwards.

Confused & Dazed,

Platypus.

Dog Days Are Over

2011-11-05T14:31:00.003+08:00

Updates Updates Updates...

So... since end of September... the craziness of university life has kicked in again. Hence the lack of blogging. :P

So far...

- Photography (3-4 events)

- Essay Coursework (1)

- Modules (4)

- FYP (approval being processed)

- ACE (CS Fair, ice breaking & AGM, 1 collaboration, 1 upcoming event)

- Magic Soc (committee formed, magic lessons)

- Presentation (x2)

Hmm... not that productive when I look at the list.

Anyways... till next time.

Platypus.

The World is Mine

2011-09-20T14:02:00.003+08:00

Hi guys,

It's near the end of September, which also means autumn is coming to an end for countries in the northern hemisphere and this also means it is the beginning of the semester for universities and schools in UK.

In our uni, the grounds from being barren and cricket serenading, to being filled with endless seas of people. There are countless new faces, some excited, some anxious. So, here I am once again... going into a whole new academic year... my final year of my undergraduate studies... Things are about to get crazy... there's the thesis, classes, more coursework than before, ACE Society, hall committee, photography, etc. etc. Let's hope for a good year... even if it's filled with speed bumps and obstacles, I will get through it and manage to survive and also reach the goals I want to reach.

Here's to the new year. :)

Keep the Faith.
xo
Platypus.

Coming Home

2011-08-22T10:16:00.004+08:00

Hi all! :)

I don't know about you guys, but have you ever get the sudden urge that you just want to post something on your blog that is a bit more meaningful, a bit more personal? Well... I've been feeling like that for quite some time but with my brilliant ability to procrastinate, I've manage to avoid doing so and usually whenever I do that, the ideas of what I want to write will slowly fade away from my mind.

Well... what provoked me this time around to wanting to write such a blog is the 2 days workshop I've attended recently. One of the days it's about time management and organization skills. It was tended for therapists and educators who work with special needs children, however, I felt like I'm the one who needed this more than ever. You know how sometimes you just want to buy a self-help book so that you can find a solution or an explanation to your own odd behavior. Well... I'm glad I went to this workshop because it might have just saved me some money from having to pay for a book as such. The workshop not only woke me up to the idea that I have not always been as organized as I thought. Even if I did.. I realized... whenever I thought of myself as organized... I've thought of it from the way I want my things to be organized in a certain way.. but the way I use my time never occur to me.

So... in some ways I would like to say the workshop has changed my life... but I can't exactly because it's not like I took the action to immediately plan everything out in my life or anything equivalent. I still procrastinated for an additional day... and probably will be doing so again today. However, it did make me realize how I've been living my life.. and going about with my tasks and days.

One of the other things the speaker brought up during the workshop was the fact that when she asked her clients about their goals... some answered her that they didn't have any and neither do they plan because all they want is to enjoy life. So, they believe that plans and goals are f**k! And this grabbed my attention because in some ways I have been believing that since the start of uni or half way through it... Why? Because from the moment I started planning for my life before the end of O Levels, I have realized that the plans never worked out.. not even a little bit and that somehow discouraged me. And one year led to another.. I guess I just simply gave up on the idea of planning or setting a very specific goal for my life. And I guess from that I've lost my way... and blended with the crowd.

However, she answered those clients that though she have a plan and goal for almost everything... but ultimately what she does or what she planned are all enjoyable to her.. it made her happy. So, I guess what I'm trying to say is.. I think I need to find my way again. Find my path and set it straight. I'm done feeling lost and I'm done going with the flow with everything. From wanting to be a film maker to considering being a Family Law lawyer to a counselor or clinical psychiatrist to not knowing what my path is.

It's time to do some 'soul searching.' I'm closing on turning 21 and I know it's not a BIG DEAL but in some ways it is... because it's a symbol of us turning into a 'legal' adult. It means according to the law, I will be responsible for all the actions and everything else of my own. In another sense, in my mind... I've been depending on my parents for the last 21 years of my life and I probably still will depend on them for the next few years financially and for the rest of my life for moral and emotional support. However, I would like to be more independent... a little bit more believing myself and fighting for my own principles.

Why am I saying this? Because this year alone.. I've noticed that I am not as independent as I would have liked or thought. I know my parents have always reminded me of that on and off but as I was reminded again by a friend.. I realized maybe they are not wrong and maybe I was the one on the wrong side. So...

Goal Number 1: Be more Independent.
Goal Number 2: To think about more goals and plans for my life.

They do look slightly ridiculous but... I've got to try right?

Well.. I should stop blabbering on and get back to my work.

Till next time...

Keep the Faith.
xo
Platypus.

Natural Woman

2011-08-07T00:53:00.005+08:00

Hi all! :)

This time around the post is gonna be about movies again. But a lil' bit more detail than usual. Without further ado, here's the film I'm gonna be talking about:

Rise of the Planet of the Apes.

Directed by: Rupert Wyatt

Starring: James Franco, Adam Serkis, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow

James Franco & Freida Pinto leading the cast in this film.

Well... as we all know.. Planet of the Apes had been made into a film since the 60s and again in 2001. Now, in 2011, they released another one but instead of a remake or a prequel, it's considered as a film on its own. The whole concept is about how we, humans have been testing on animals, in this case, apes, to learn more about human degenerative diseases, to be specific, Alzheimer's Disease. Well, by doing so, undoubtedly, there will be the testing of using new chemicals on these animals which is where the movie started. James Franco played a young and ambitious scientist, Will Rodman who have been trying to look for some sort of a "cure" for AZ and through some setback, his project was closed to being shutdown by the company. Then, Caesar, an infant ape was brought into his life. Will noticed that the effects of his drugs worked on Caesar's mother and somehow had been transferred genetically to Caesar, and so he decided to raise him up, all the while monitoring the ape.

Caesar with James. :)

Without any more spoilers, one thing led to another, and Caesar somehow have grown up to be much more intelligent than normal apes and began fighting back against humans. This story, though it's nothing extraordinary, but to me, it was inspiring and truly a good movie/story since a very long time. I haven't felt this excited or touched by a movie since the last few years. This movie spoke to me not only in terms of the fact that it's near to a subject I studied (neuroscience) but that it also questions a lot of humanity and our constant need to wanting to know everything about this world. This movie alone highlighted several things to me, one, humans' desire to learn more about this world by experimenting and researching will one day backfires on us when we go too far, two, animals aren't just "animals" they have a life of their own too, they have emotions as well, and three, humans' greed for money will be our own demise one day and four, our love for our family can never be measured.

Caesar with John Lithgow.

These points aren't new in the movie business, but I think this movie have highlighted them very well. The film makers and scriptwriters have made the movie in such a way that you feel sympathetic towards the animals at one point and towards the humans in another point, but the main thing I think is that it makes the audience question themselves at the end of the movie whether what we are doing all the while is worth the consequences or not. And to be more compassionate towards all living beings.

The amazing Andy Serkis as Caesar.

On another note, the CGI in this film, was undoubtedly one of the best ones recently. They have managed to create the animals to be so surreal that it's scary when the zoomed up shots of the apes were shown on the big screen, the texture of the skin and hair of the ape.

Hence, this movie to me was truly inspiring and made me pondered and questioned the whole time I was in the cinema watching it. It was also amazing to watch James Franco in another one of his smart choices of picking movies. This one was again another smart option. Furthermore, to see John Lithgow on the screen after such a long time, was definitely a bonus for me. I loved this man on 3rd Rock from the Sun, he's truly a genius and a fine actor. And last but not least, Andy Serkis... a true master of the CGI realm since his rise to fame from Lord of the Rings trilogy, this man had been working in various films, either in a green suit or not, he truly is magnificent.

The legendary John Lithgow.

I'm glad to have rushed to go catch this film. Because this film brought back my passion for film which seemed to have been hiding within myself. And for this, I thank the film makers, the cast and crew of this film! :)

Ooo.. and Tom Felton is in the movie too! :P

Till next time...

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Free Me

2011-08-02T01:43:00.002+08:00

A new layout! :)

Finally!

The title of the blog alongside the quotes around here are all from Natasha Bedingfield's Strip Me song. It's a great song and I love it! It just says so much that I wanna say sometimes but can't seem to put it in comprehensible words. :P So... here's to a new month!

Till Next time...

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Just Can't Get Enough

2011-07-30T03:08:00.005+08:00

Heya! :)

So... updates....

Well... I'm officially back in uni... as my internship is about to start. Slightly unnerving but also exciting. So... it's been almost a week since I've been back and well I've been chilling before the start of all the work. Here are some of the movies I've caught recently...

1. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Well... after 10 years... undoubtedly this was one of the biggest summer movie this year. And after watching it... I have to say it did live up to its expectations. From the first time I saw the film which was... when I was 12... I think and at that point... I couldn't even understand most of the words being spoken in the film and had to rely on the malay subtitles. But now... things were different and so was the CGI in the film. When compared with the first film, much have been improved. And the actors have grown up too along the process. As the franchise came to an end.... we had to bid farewell to these familiar characters as everyone moved on. Overall, the film was enjoyable and definitely worth the wait for the second part. However.. some scenes could have been improved to bring out the emotions from the audience more. And last but not least.. the actors in the film... truly a magnificent cast! From Helena Bonham Carter to Ralph Fiennes to Alan Rickman and many many more which I can't even begin to list! It's been a great journey watching these films and truly a bittersweet ending. :)

2. Captain America: The First Avenger

I have to say... I was a bit skeptical about this film when I heard it and didn't bother to pay much attention to it aside from knowing that Chris Evans was signed on as the lead. But somehow as the date came nearer to the release of the film, I finally checked out the film's trailer and was a tad bit surprise to see a 'shrink' version of Chris Evans and somehow it made his head appeared larger than usual. As I watched the film, I had to say it was entertaining and definitely had its moments. Taking into account the usual kicking ass scenes, the actors such as Hugo Weaving, Chris Evans and Tommy Lee Jones delivered pretty solid performance.

3. Super

This film to me resembled a little like Kick-Ass just a lil' bit more vulgar and a lil' bit more gory. Starring Rainn Wilson as an ordinary folk leading a simple life without much expectations from anyone and when he lost his wife to a drug dealer, things starts to change. He believed that his destiny was to be a superhero and so he did. However, lacking skills and knowledge, he was soon joined by a sort of maniacal comic book geek, Boltie, his sidekick, portrayed by Ellen Page. The movie have its surprising moments and with some pretty good acting by the main actors. To me Ellen Page was the biggest surprise in the film... the way she portrayed the character was in some ways definitely out of her usual element and that to me was a really good move. I can't wait to see more of her.

Well.. that's pretty much it.

More later...

Byeee!

Platypus.

Moves Like Jagger

2011-07-21T15:35:00.006+08:00

Hey all!

Just thought of making a post about the movies I caught on the flight to and back from Taiwan as well as another one I caught back home. So here they are:

1. Just Go With It

Finally a decent romantic comedy flick from both Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston after a while. The movie was hilarious and really sweet with a cameo by Nicole Kidman.

2. Soul Surfer

AnnaSophia Robb starred in this inspired by a true story movie of Bethany Hamilton, a surfer who lost an arm due to a shark attack and her search for life's answers. Truly inspiring and a tear-jerker by performances of not only AnnaSophia but also Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and Carrie Underwood.

3. Diary of Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

Just as you thought the sequel was gonna be the same tone as the first film. The movie managed to keep its reputation and the cast delivered an equally solid performance.

4. Arthur

Russell Brand in this remake romantic comedy was surprisingly not cheap nor slapstick funny. It was actually watch-able with some touching moments. Helen Mirren and Jennifer Garner was as usual graceful. I just loved it. The plot was simple though predictable but it has its moments. :)

Ooo... and the trailers for both The Dark Knight Rises and The Amazing Spider-Man are out! I can't wait for the movies!! :)

Okie... till next time.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

New Shoes

2011-07-19T22:55:00.003+08:00

Hey guys! :)

I'm back from Taiwan! :) 7 days, 6 nights I managed to go to various states in this small island and had a whole new experience which I would remember for a very very long time. The first few days I was feeling totally lost in translation in this country where their main languages are Mandarin and Hokkien. And the tour I went with was conducted in full mandarin and sometimes mixed with various other chinese dialects. Then I slowly got used to it as well as listening to the bickerings of the elderly.

Overall, it was fun! It was something I would never be able to experience if I would have gone there with my family or friends or alone without a tour. So, the various states I managed to visit include, Taipei, Kaoshiung, Hualien, etc. I also go the chance to taste some of their cuisine and shopped! :) And this was truly a good opportunity for me to learn and get out there to travel. Though a short while but better than nothing. :)

Which brings me to this point... I got a Lomography Fisheye camera!!!!!! Finally!!! It's been years since I've been talking bout it and I found one and decided to get it. :P

What should I name you? Hmm...

Aside from that... it's good to be home! :) Where everything familiar is right around the corner. :)

Till next time,

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

I'm Yours

2011-06-29T23:38:00.002+08:00

Hi all! :)

How are you guys?

I finally had my first 3D experience in the movies today. It was undoubtedly Transformers: Dark of the Moon. :P Michael Bay as usual did not fail his audience and did a magnificent job with the visual effects and the 3D effects. That people actually feel that it's worth the money. As for the acting wise... a lot of new cast members... such as John Malkovich, Ken Jeong, Patrick Dempsey, Frances McDormand and finally Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Shia LaBeouf, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson and John Turturro returned to reprise their roles in the film's trilogy.

This time around there's more action scenes with both the humans and the robots. Both are equally kick-ass! :) However, in my point of view, the movie was a tad-bit too long... or maybe it was just me with the 3D experience for the first time. I can only tell when I watch it in 2D. Nonetheless, the movie was awesome! Mr. Bay had once again delivered a great piece. Some even say it was the best Transformers movie so far. :)

Aside from this... I've also managed to catch Blitz in the cinemas... It was either I was too exhausted when I was watching it or it was really as bad as I thought it was. I actually fell asleep in the cinema for the first time ever. Jason Statham was doing his usual kicking ass routine but somehow to me that didn't seem enough... But it could also be due to the fact that Malaysian cinemas had cut off most of the swearing parts as well as some scenes if I'm not mistaken.

Besides all this talk about movies... I've managed to have the opportunity to sort of photograph 2 conferences held by the university. It was definitely a whole new experience because it's very unlike the usual student events I photographed. This time around it's more formal... more serious environment and dealing with staff from the university. The first conference was just nice... it wasn't too long hours and it wasn't too dull either. I loved the topics being presented and the fact that it was presented by PhD students... it was interesting. Although I only had one day for each conference to photograph... it was still a good experience. As for the second one.. it was a little bit bigger in scale. It was hosted by the uni as well as the ministry and launched by the prime minister. For once I was trying to photograph alongside quite a bit of professional photographers and journalists. It was something.... Though I totally lost it that day but it was fun. :P

Anyhow... till next time....

Au Revoir! :)

Platypus.

Firework

2011-06-22T13:52:00.002+08:00

Heyya!

How are you guys? It's almost the end of June which means it's the end of first month of the summer holidays. Results are out, people are celebrating and relieved that second year has finally come to an end.

Uni is as empty as you could imagine during these months. It's not like there is no one around but it's hard to catch a glimpse of where those people are. On the other hand, it's nice not having to worry that there won't be enough space in the bus. Lol.

The day is coming closer that I get a chance to use my new lens. :) A lil' psyched and a lil' nervous.

I also saw a hamster yesterday at a pet store. I really wanted it. After all, I've been saying I wanted a hamster but have yet to get one. It's just I'm so scared of it dying like my last one. But it's been a while since I saw a hamster which was this active and healthy looking. I really miss it. Unfortunately, at the same moment, some stranger bought the same hamster too. There were also puppies for sale and for quite a low price too. Haiz... it reminds me of the dogs at home. I miss them... :(

Anyhow.... hopefully everything will work out for the best.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

The Kraken

2011-06-16T13:43:00.003+08:00

Hello everyone! :)

Let's catch up shall we? :P

Well, second year of my undergrad life is finally coming to an end. I received my results today and am happy to say that I passed. :) Aside from that, semester 2 has ended, another sign.

Since then, I have visited my aunt and relatives in Singapore. This time around, it was sort of a productive trip. I manage to visit Universal Studios as well as the Singapore Zoo since 16 years. Also, I've managed to visit a war cemetery and sight see the view of the city at night. It was beautiful. With all the bright, twinkly lights. Lol. Also, it's nice to visit my aunt and everyone after such a long time. Hope all is well with them and keep fighting the battle. :)

The night view of a part of Universal Studios, Singapore.

Singapore Zoo. :)

Apart from the Singapore trip, I've caught the flu bug and had been staying at home and lazing around since. I've managed to catch X-Men: First Class with my siblings. Which I have to say I've been waiting for for quite some time now. The film was awesome! :) The cast was amazing. Some new faces and some familiar ones. It was a fun, action-packed film. And of course not to mention with the charming, James McAvoy and rising star, Nicholas Hoult. :)

Besides X-Men, I've managed to catch up with several other movies from my list. Lol.

- The Green Hornet: funny but mediocre

- I Could Never Be Your Woman: refreshingly nice

- Hall Pass: B

- Unknown: B+

- Repo Man: A

- I Am Number Four: surprising

- Hannibal: classic!

- The Hours: A

- Paul: Hilarious!

- Dinner for Schmucks: adorable

And more movies to be watched! :P

Aside from that, I would like to welcome to my family of photography:

Tamron SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 XR Di II LD IF Lens

Can't wait to use it! :P

Till next time...

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Strip Me

2011-05-26T23:46:00.002+08:00

Hey everyone!

It's been TOO LONG!

Lol. Been saying that too often here. :P

Was bogged down by exams and it's finally over today. Just hope I passed. :S

As for now, packing needs to be done within less than a day. And Singapore is the next destination.

More to come. :)

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Father's Gun

2011-04-21T19:19:00.003+08:00

Once again I found myself with this daunting emotion... of feeling alone. Feeling lost. Feeling invisible. Feeling no matter how many things you do... could they all be wrong? Even if it's with a good intention. Wish you were here. To guide me through these times again.

Platypus.

Dare You To Move

2011-04-14T17:50:00.002+08:00

As the end of this semester creeps its way in, our lecturers have asked us to make the decision of choosing our supervisor for our third year project. It had been quite unnerving for the past week trying to decide on a topic that I would be working on for the course of one year. But I've made up my mind and hopefully it's a good decision. Now, I can only hope that things would turn out fine.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Flying High

2011-04-12T21:45:00.002+08:00

Have you ever felt out-of-sync with life? With reality? With the rest of the world?

Platypus.

Check Yes, Juliet

2011-04-07T17:33:00.002+08:00

Hey all,

Time is just ticking as I type this out. Every year as it gets closer to a certain occasion, I realize how fast time is passing and how little I've done. It's just moving in a flash these few years. It's a wonder what I've been doing all this time. When I think about it, it seems like all I've done is just waste it by doing absolutely nothing, sleeping, eating, etc. etc. And the weirdest thing is, these two years of being in university seem to pass faster than I could ever remember time could fly this way. Is it because I'm usually busy? Or is it because there is seriously something wrong with the way I spend my days?

Who knows?

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

For Those Who Wait

2011-04-05T20:57:00.002+08:00

Do you get what I mean when I say everything comes to a point where it means nothing anymore?Where every day is just going through the motion for you and nothing really matters? Well, I've been feeling like this for weeks now and finally it's taking a toll on me. It's getting to a point where I could just wake up, go through my day step by step then sleep. It's sad how life can come to this point and it's also surprising how I ended up from being too busy till this point.

I'm hoping that the only way I have now is up.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

November Rain

2011-04-04T20:55:00.002+08:00

Hey all,

Random post! :)

It's Heath Ledger's 32nd Birthday!

R.I.P.

You will be missed. :(

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Be Yourself

2011-03-30T23:04:00.002+08:00

Hey all!

It's been a while since I've visited this wonderland of mind where it only contains blurbs from yours truly. :P

A lot has happened since the last I've spoken to you guys. I've learned more than I can ever asked or thought I would in 2 months time. It was surreal yet it was so intense at times I've forgotten how life was suppose to be like as a student in terms of academics. Now, as reality sets back in, I've realized it is harder than I remembered to go back into studies and be who I was before. The world is just full of everything.... more than we ever thought we would learn in books. And now to be back to the books... something just doesn't feel right. Haiz...

Anyways... more to come... exams are coming and so is the internship and everything else.

For these months to come, I wish everything will be alright and at the same time, lots to learn and more experience to gain. :)

But for now, please please please let me be able to study!

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Bad Before Good

2011-02-22T19:29:00.002+08:00

I never understood the appeal of flying... until I finally went and did it myself. Well.. not flying literally or flying a plane. But I was in one. Not the commercial planes, the small ones.
I had the opportunity to take photographs of our campus and KL city from the plane. It was awesome! At first I was slightly worried since I never liked the feeling of my ears hurting whenever I'm flying on a plane but this time with the huge headset, I actually manage to avoid those tear-jerking pain due to air pressure.

And for the first in weeks, I felt free.
It was a great feeling and one which I have forgotten.

Speaking of which.... life is getting much more hectic as the days passed. I just hope I could handle it. :S

Wish me luck!
Keep the Faith.
xo
Platypus.

Symphonies

2011-02-20T02:34:00.004+08:00

Let me pass this...

It's an opportunity.

Nothing is impossible.

Just keep the faith and believe that things are okay and will be okay.

A wise man told me recently, every problem is an opportunity. We just need to know how to use it.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

All of Me

2011-02-19T03:56:00.003+08:00

Probably just met up with one of the prominent figures in the country.

Good experience.

Work?

Still lots to do.

Bob the Builder, Can we fix it?

Bob the Builder, Yes we can!

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Trouble is a Friend

2011-02-17T23:44:00.003+08:00

Working hard.

Keeping in mind, everything will be fine.

Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, just keep swimming.....

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Big Jet Plane

2011-02-17T02:38:00.002+08:00

Please let me survive this.

Please let me have the strength and ability to pull this one off.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Estasi Dell Anima

2011-02-15T12:29:00.001+08:00

Lost at sea.

What happened?

I hope I have the answer.

Platypus.

Dream On

2011-02-14T11:54:00.002+08:00

Hello everyone! :)

It's been a while, hasn't it?

I've been away not only from university life but also the interweb. :P

It was good to have a break from everything... it's sorta like a break from life. But then again... if you think about it, there's no such thing as a break from life unless you were faced with death. So, what was I talking about?

Oh yeah... a break from all the hectic-ness and craziness. Home was great. It was awesome to be back after such a long time. And a lil'... I guess you can say weird to see my brother and sister all grown up more than I remembered last. And we have now an addition to the family, a dog! :) Finally after years and years of mum denying us the privilege of having a dog, there's one now living at home. Lol.

Besides all of that, I've also managed to catch up with all the movies I've been keeping but had no time watching them. So, that was great fun too. A Single Man, Grown Ups, Black Swan, Shaolin, etc. etc.

And after all that fun, it's back to reality where the grounds of Semenyih came back looking for me. It was not until I reached KL station did I realized I'm officially not going to have much of a break anymore till Summer and second semester have always been known as the killer one. So, it's not surprising to say, first week into university, I'm already flooded with articles to be read, books to be borrowed, and events to be organized. But also, for the first time in my student life, I've been asked to be the head of a whole unit in a university event... not a club event... but university level. As daunting as it already is to me... I can only hope I'll be able to not only survive this semester but to kick its butt!

So... I need all the luck I can get right now! :)

To whomever out there who reads this.

Until next time,

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Party Poison

2011-01-19T13:29:00.005+08:00

Exams for Sem 1 finally done! :)

Which means... it's a sign that half of my second year is completed.

It seems like time just flew by this few months. But too much had happened and there's a lot I've learned from this semester. And now on we are with the short holidays before the start of second semester.

To start off my holidays.. I've managed to watch Awakenings, starring Robert De Niro and Robin Williams. An awesome movie! :) Great portrayal by Robert De Niro. And I also manage to finally get my hands on Manic, with Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel. This film has an overall awesome cast. Oh and Season of the Witch, Nic Cage's newest film! It's actually pretty good. :P Love the actress in it, Claire Foy.

So... now on with the rest of the holidays.

Happy Holidays everyone! :)

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Planetary (Go)

2011-01-11T00:20:00.002+08:00

As the days pass by, instead of memories fading away, they became fresher and fresher, reversing their tracks to haunt me. It gets harder as I tried to move on, trying the best I could to not think about it, to let it go, to move on and get a brand new start. Then why is it so hard? Why is it getting a thank you seems to be more difficult than ever? Why do I feel unwanted when I need someone? Why do I feel the distance growing wider and wider? Why am I holding on? Why do you still hurt me? Why do I still care so much? Why am I still so weak and useless? Why do I always end up feeling like the ugliest, most worthless human being to walk on earth?

Help... cause I think I'm drowning.

Platypus.

Platypus (I Hate You)

2011-01-07T16:06:00.002+08:00

Don't you just feel like doing this ^ ?

Frankly, now I do. If only I can just let it all out of my system that way...

Remember this song...?

It's said that Gerard wrote this song in reference to his experience of getting his heart broken because the girl he liked was acting like a slut with another guy. Hmm...

Well if you wanted honesty, that's all you had to say.

I never want to let you down or have you go, it's better off this way.

For all the dirty looks, the photographs your boyfriend took,
Remember when you broke your foot from jumping out the second floor?

I'm not okay
I'm not okay
I'm not okay
You wear me out

What will it take to show you that it's not the life it seems?
(I'm not okay)
I've told you time and time again you sing the words but don't know what it means
(I'm not okay)
To be a joke and look, another line without a hook
I held you close as we both shook for the last time take a good hard look!

I'm not okay
I'm not okay
I'm not okay
You wear me out

Forget about the dirty looks
The photographs your boyfriend took
You said you read me like a book, but the pages all are torn and frayed

I'm okay
I'm okay!
I'm okay, now
(I'm okay, now)

But you really need to listen to me
Because I'm telling you the truth
I mean this, I'm okay!
(Trust Me)

I'm not okay
I'm not okay
Well, I'm not okay
I'm not o-fucking-kay
I'm not okay
I'm not okay
(Okay)

I LOVE THIS SONG!

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

There is a Light that Never Goes Out

2011-01-04T20:19:00.004+08:00

Current state:

Books. Notes. Internet. Facebook. Anxious. Two and a Half Men. YouTube. Restless. FRIENDS. Plants vs. Zombies.

Desires:

McD's Oreo McFlurry. Freedom. Time. Laughter. Family. Movies. Relaxation. Photography.

And the many faces of Joseph Gordon-Levitt. :P

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Sing

2011-01-01T13:04:00.001+08:00

Hello 2011. :)

Happy New Year everyone!

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Kids of Yesterday

2010-12-31T19:19:00.002+08:00

It's been a while everyone. 2010 is coming to an end and 2011 is bursting through the doors, time is passing by, eager for us to learn all that we can learn and experience all the things in this world. It's been an insane year with countless ups and downs. Lots I have learned from 2010 alone and I know a part of me despised what happened but a part of me knows this is life and we just have to learn our lessons, accept it and move on. Life's full of surprises - good or bad - and that's the beauty of it I guess you can say.

Too many people I've met this year and I'm grateful I've met them and get to know them. There's just so much to learn. So much to know. So much to explore from this world that I'm just disappointed in how I constantly forget bout this. Haiz...

So, 2011... Here we go!

"An optimist stays up until midnight to see the new year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves." ~Bill Vaughan.

"Drop the last year into the silent limbo of the past. Let it go, for it was imperfect, and thank God that it can go." ~Brooks Atkinson

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Bulletproof Heart

2010-12-01T13:33:00.004+08:00

The more I listened to the new album, the more I'm in love with these boys and the music. It's just pure fun rocking with the music and fuck the world kind of attitude! And plain amazing to release stress. It's funny how life works doesn't it? For the first time in my life, taking a break feels like a crime to me! There is seriously something wrong with me.

I forgot how it's like to just relax and chill or just have fun. It's momentary and it'll go away. The inability to relax one's mind and let go of everything is just plain horrible! It's the start of a new month and it's beginning this way! Haiz....

Think of FRANK!!!! THINK!

Bulletproof Heart by MCR.

Gravity don't mean too much to me
I'm who I've got to be
These pigs are after me, after you

Run away like it was yesterday
And we could run away
If we could run away,
Run away from here

I gotta bulletproof heart
You gotta hollow point smile
We had our run away scarves,
Got a photograph dream on the getaway mile.

Let's blow a hole in this town
And do our talking with the laser beam.
Coming out of this place
In a bullet's embrace
Then we'll do it again.

How can they say, Jenny won't you come back home?
'Cause everybody knows you don't
Ever wanna come back, let me be the one to save you.

Gravity don't mean too much to me
I'm who I've got to be.
These pigs are after me, after you

Run away like it was yesterday
When we would run away,
When we could run away, run away from here.

I'm shooting out of this room
Because the sure don't like the company
You stop your preaching right there
Because I really don't care
And I'll do it again.

So get me outta my head.
'Cause it's getting quite cramped, you know.
Coming ready or not
When the motor gets hot
We can do it again.

The papers say, Johnny won't you come back home?
'Cause everybody knows you don't wanna give yourself up
Tell the truth and God will save you

Gravity don't mean too much to me
I'm who I've got to be
These pigs are after me, after you

Run away like it was yesterday
And we could run away,
And we could run away, run away from here.

And though I know how much you hate this
Are you gonna be the ones who save us
From the black and hopeless feeling
Will you meet 'em when the end comes reeling?

Hold your heart into this darkness
Will it ever be the light to shine you out
Or fall and leave you stranded
Or are you gonna be the one left standing?
You're gonna be the one left standing.
You're gonna be the one left standing.

Gravity don't mean too much to me
Is this our destiny?
This world is after me, after you

Run away like it was yesterday
And we could run away, run away, run away,
Run away from here.
Yeah, away from here.
Away from here.

Keep the Faith.
xo
Platypus.

S/C/A/R/E/C/R/O/W

2010-11-29T21:29:00.003+08:00

It has been ages since I last wrote here, things had been hectic as per usual when uni life starts. As much as I love the craziness, at times you simply feel like giving up cause things just seem so out of control, out of your hands. But these few weeks had been a great lesson. From trying your best to balance everything, to being there for people when you yourself is totally drowned by your own unresolved questions, to learning from people how they handle the pressure and the stress yet have fun, to realizing maybe.. just maybe I might have found some friends whom I could truly trust, rely, remember and be myself with.

There are still lots to come, and lots more to learn, but it had been insanely, neurotically fun recently, but the pressures ain't going anywhere, and I'll try my hardest to handle it.. Hopefully. And continue with what I'm suppose to do and try my best to prioritize my life as well as manage my time! Haiz... as hard as it is... what can I do besides trying?

On other news, I've finally gotten my hands on My Chemical Romance's latest CD, Danger Days, The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys. It had been 3 -4 years since their last album and it has been 5 years since I first loved their music. These boys had grown so much since then and their music is still so enjoyable, and sometimes I feel, its even more enjoyable. The latest album is more like... just have fun with rock music! Throw all your emotions and all the rhythms that's coursing through your veins into a record, and voila! You'll get this! But some songs are just plain sweet and meaningful. Some songs are filled with layers and layers of meanings, waiting to be dissected by us, listeners. Whilst some songs are just plain, straight to the point. I love these guys! And I love their music! And I'm grateful for discovering them and for them to form this band and continue making good music. Maybe a review of the album later...? :P

The four beautiful boys from Jersey.

Keep the Faith.
xo
Platypus.

Bookends

2010-11-12T17:22:00.003+08:00

Hello Hello!

It's been a while since I've updated this place. Things have been a sort of rollercoaster ride. There are some good moments and some bad ones. But overall, it's great fun! Meeting new people, getting to know them, getting to learn more about my own culture, etc. And just having a good laugh at pointless jokes.

And of the best parts, the feeling of being free, not having to constantly worry or think about another person. The freedom of doing what you want without having to consider what another person would feel. Though it's hard letting go, it's one of the toughest things in the world, but we have to or at least, we need to. Letting go is the only way to move forward.

At times it's hard not to think about you, but it's harder knowing what I'm doing to you or what we're doing is worst.

Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming...

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Ieroweeeennn

2010-11-03T09:49:00.004+08:00

1st week of November.

Days finally seem less hectic now that most of the event for the clubs I'm in have finally come to a temporary halt. But meetings are still going on daily, even then, it's nice to feel you're not always in a hurry for something. Halloween just passed over the weekend, and I spent it inside the uni. :P

It was crazy fun or anything like that... it's merely a quiet day for gathering your thoughts again. Oh and HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY FRANK IERO!!!! :D

In other news... I missed the photography convention over the weekend. :( And according to my friends it was awesome. Haiz... what to do?

Adapt & Overcome.
xo
Platypus.

P.S. Chilling to 500 Days Soundtrack in the morning kicks ass!

There Goes the Fear

2010-10-29T00:25:00.004+08:00

EXHAUSTED!!!!

But nonetheless... I'm done!!!! Now back to studies! :P

Things had been pretty hectic lately... (as if I haven't talked bout it for the last few posts! Lol)

Since the beginning of the semester, things were already going off the hook... SLOWLY...

a) Psychology Society - PsychNight

b) Hall Committee - Halloween Horror Night

c ) ACE Society - Elections

d) Experiment

e) Laptop Major Problem

And the rest are history... :P

Now, let's just wish for the best! Losing it along the way as a friend say, "It's just part of the process."

Now... FOCUS!

BE PREPARED!

BE HAPPY!

JUST DO IT!

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

P.S. Finally changed the layout of the blog! :D And the titles around here is taken from You Make My Dreams Come True by Hall & Oakes.

Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want

2010-10-28T13:19:00.003+08:00

Disconnected.

Sometimes when you get really busy in life, when every hour, every minute, every second seems precious or filled up with something you HAVE to do, you'll feel totally out of grasp from reality. Out of reach with what you know. Out of reach with what you used to know. Things just seems out of your own understanding. And the 'you' you once know seems to have simply faded into the background, blended with the 'now' that you know of, that you live, that you breathe every moment.

Where are you?

Platypus.

One Day

2010-10-25T18:01:00.005+08:00

Random post time!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be so close to another human being that you could almost predict what that person would do, that you could understand him/her by only looking at their actions? It's an amazing "phenomena" to be able to know someone other than yourself so well. It's as if you're connected. Meant to be.

But what happens when one losses contact with that person? As you cherish the good ol' times, you wondered whether the other still remembers. The trust no longer there as they no longer confide in you when there's a dilemma. When you realize the bond is no longer the same/there anymore.

It's a tragic story when two friends are no longer able to laugh, talk, or console one another the way they used to. It's a sad story when the bond and trust is missing. What happened to the good old times? Why reveal your true self when the other wouldn't remember who you are 5 years down the road?

Human nature & time is a funny thing in life.

As they always say, "Life just takes its own course."

Everyone forgets. No matter how much you've gone through with them.

Platypus.

Battlefield

2010-10-23T13:14:00.002+08:00

As the major Psychology Society event is done and over with, relief filled the air. It's like a teensy-tiny bit of burden is lifted from one's shoulders. And on to the next one. Uni life is more hectic than I remembered. Events are coming non-stop. Studies are spiraling out of control. However, even in this stage of madness, some friends remain the same and are being as supportive and fun as they always are. Boy, am I glad I found them!

Now onto the insane thoughts. As the days get busier and busier, sometimes I feel great. Because it's as if your day is simply filled up with things you have to get done, not one moment spared. But on some days, it simply feels like it's too much to handle and juggle. Some priorities are being put aside, some are being placed first, at times, it feels as if things are just going to fall out of balance any second. It's a scary thought when around those moments, you feel alone and unable to keep your life in control.

But as they always say, life's hard but at the same time it's full of adventure too. Maybe this is a test. Maybe this is an adventure. I honestly can't tell. But as I sit back and reflect on it... I realize this is a great opportunity for me to learn and hopefully grow in the process as a person.

On the other hand, my photography skills are being put to test quite often now. And as good as people say the photos turned out, I still am disappointed at how mediocre my so-called skills are. I need more practice and I need more experience. But photography is more like a hobby than job... so it'll be fun! :) Just please don't let me screw this opportunity up.

Wish me luck people.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

P.S. Joseph Gordon-Levitt is still the BOMB!

Need You Now

2010-10-17T04:14:00.005+08:00

Another week almost done and I don't think I've felt this tired in a LONG time!

It's great fun to be busy most of the time but the frustration and stress, at times, don't seem that worth it. But it's all good experience for the future, I guess you can say. :P

Onto other news, My Chemical Romance's 4th studio album is coming up next month! FINALLY!!!!!

The boys have already released their new single and the music video for it, "Na Na Na..."

And the boys still look awesome! Everyone of them with a different color hair! Lol.

Excited? Hell yeah!

I've been waiting since... 2007...? Though Bob's no longer in the band. :(

Something to look forward to! :D

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

L'Absente

2010-10-13T03:19:00.004+08:00

It has been a while... once again. Sighs... I never seem to be able to update this on a some sort of regular basis. But to fill you in, 3rd week of 2nd year had kicked in and things couldn't get any more hectic-er than this. Or... maybe it could...?

Play practices... meetings... events... studies... laptop problems...

One after another... sometimes I'm so bogged down by everything that I forgot what day/date it was and till the point I have to stop and think where am I and what am I suppose to be doing here. Things are getting busy but it's great in a sense. Because it fills up your day and there's so much to learn in terms of everything.

It seems like uni life have always been like this. Hectic seems to be the only word to describe the situations for students and probably lecturers.

Other than all of this... there isn't much that is going on currently.

My dad's having in a way, the time of his life right now but at the same time, I wish him all the best for his career/studies. :)

Internet indeed have make life easier when it comes to communication across oceans and seas.

Anyway... I shall end this post here.

Toodles.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Sugartown

2010-09-27T00:29:00.002+08:00

Tomorrow. Or should I say today would be my first day of class for second year of my undergraduate degree. Even after 15 years of schooling I still feel nervous before the start of a new semester/year. It's just somewhat inside me. I spent the last week, literally running around KL, either helping out a friend, or just hanging out with some uni friends, enjoying the last few days of summer before the madness starts again.

It's been fun yet I can't help thinking how unprepared I am for my second year. There's not one bit of knowledge from last year's modules are in my mind right now and that is freaky! I guess there's no point complaining since it's too late to do anything right now but just hope for the best.

New module tomorrow. Hope it'll be alright and interesting.

Hope I could get up. Lol.

Hope everything will be in order.

Anyways... here's to a new year. Hopefully, even in the darkest times, I could still see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Here Comes Your Man

2010-09-18T12:33:00.004+08:00

It's been a few days since I've arrived in uni. Things are still pretty quiet around here but it seems like students are starting to flow in. And I've been out two days straight! :P Out shopping in KL's malls. :D

It's nice to just chill with your girlfriends and just walk around a mall pointlessly, chatting about everything and nothing at the same time, trying out new restaurants to eat at, etc. I love it! And having a nail polish party! Amethyst color rocks! Hehe...

Well, it's cloudy out there today. And oddly, the pattern of the clouds in the sky today reminds me of the perfect clouds in cartoons. All puffy and lined one next to the other, one behind another. To all those who's flying off somewhere, have a safe flight! For those who's about to start a whole new year in another country, enjoy!

And finally, I watched The Lookout last night!!! HELL YEAH!

Joseph Gordon-Levitt! Jeff Daniels! Amazing script and directing! Everyone should check the movie out! Moi am still in love! :P

Platypus.

Sweet Disposition

2010-09-15T18:16:00.003+08:00

As I sat in my new room, peering through the windows, at the almost sunset sky whilst listening to Carla Bruni's Quequ'un M'a Dit, I realized how beautiful and peaceful life can be. How the wet roads, just moments ago touched by the drizzling rain, is a wonderful sight as it reflects the buildings and trees around. The light blue tone painted on the sky mostly sheltered by clouds. The quiet campus grounds. Birds flying in the endless sky. For the first time in a very long time I felt my heart calmed. A smile appeared out of nowhere. It's as if the voice in my head is telling me things are going to be alright. No matter what it is, things will eventually work out. It takes time, it takes courage, it takes effort, it takes patience, it takes compassion. But everything will be fine.

It took us years and years of experience and learning to get to where we are right now. From the time when we were toddlers, constantly being carried by our parents, to the time when we first go to school, to the time when we were making decisions that would affect our life.

Boy, am I glad I have my parents! No matter how much we said we hate them at one point in our lives, they still love us like no one else in this world. Always on guard to protect us from harm, always ready to give us whatever advice they think is right for certain situations.

I may not have reached the stage where my parents are 100% proud of their daughter. I may not be the perfect daughter but I am willing to work on it. Without effort, there will be no reward. At least not the one we're looking for.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Not Afraid

2010-09-13T18:13:00.003+08:00

Going back to uni soon. Second year is looming ahead. And for the first time during the whole summer holiday which I have wasted so well, I actually find myself reluctant to leave. It's as if over the few months of being at home, it has grown onto me and now leaving it behind for a year seems like a tough thing to do.

Funny how life works? When you have something, you'll never have second thoughts about it, just to appreciate it more because we've grown to take it for granted that it'll be ours forever. But when that something is finally gone, we'll realize how fragile life really is. That things can be taken away from it within seconds. No matter how many times we tell ourselves that we'll appreciate it a bit more, we'll spend our days in better ways but somehow along the road, we've seem to have forgotten this line and just take things for granted once again.

So, here's to the 2nd year and hope that everything will be alright. No matter how tough things will get, I must remember somehow that things will be fine in the end. It's just for that one moment. Then everything is done.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

You Make My Dreams

2010-09-03T16:51:00.004+08:00

The Big 2-0.

What do I feel?

Hmm... one year older.

Wiser? NO!

Taller? No.

Then..?

Well... it's been two decades since I've been in this world we call Earth. It's been a hell of a journey when I reminisce about all the memories. And all the times I laughed, cried, panicked, shouted, ran around, etc. etc. Those are some memories. Some good. And some bad. There's a lot I've learned and A LOT MORE to learn.

Do I wish to turn back time to some of those moments so I could make my decisions differently or lived my life differently? Sometimes I feel like the answer should be yes. But thinking about it properly, there's no reason to in the sense that. The mistakes I made was what made me today. I mean, I'm not a GREAT person. Or anything like that. I'm just saying, those mistakes made me realize more about the world today and human nature and behavior itself and how complex yet sometimes simple we are. And it's intriguing the amount of emotions there are in every one of us.

So, I've finally made a list. Lol. Yes. A list. A to-do list to be more precise. I'm never really much of a fan of making lists for long term. But maybe... just maybe this list may motivate me to be a better person or a person whom I want to be. It's not a grand list. But it's a list alright. And hopefully ten years down the road, I can look at this list and check everything on it. :)

Wish me luck people! :)

XXX

Platypus.

To Waltz to Thousand Times

2010-08-31T20:42:00.003+08:00

In all seriousness... French itself have always been a really beautiful language. It flows out from those who speaks the language fluently.

So.. exactly why am I talking about this language?

Here's the reason...

JGL + speaking French = Ooolala... :P

Here is Joseph Gordon-Levitt singing the song, La Valse à Mille Temps.

And here's the original singer, Jacques Brel singing the same song with English subtitles! :D

It truly is a wonderful song! With a waltz-y beat!

Us

2010-08-25T16:11:00.003+08:00

JGL = LOVE

It's been a while since I've written here. I finally took the "courage" to start a Tumblr account. Lol. And let me tell you, it's pretty addictive. Anyway, it's almost the end of August... yet another month is looming ahead. A lot has happened for the past month/months. Things were sometimes crazy, sometimes great, sometimes just pure madness. I've also found myself a TV show which I adore as much as FRIENDS. Finally! It's 3rd Rock from the Sun. And though it's an old show, but it is simply hilarious and even at times sorta philosophical.

Other than that.... nothing much really... the idea of uni starting again soon and I'll be in my 2nd year is sorta daunting. I still kinda can't believe one year had gone by just like that. It seems surreal. And I have to say though at one point I was looking forward to the beginning of a new year... but now... *shakes head*

Sighs.

Life.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

What Do You Want From Me?

2010-08-11T17:56:00.003+08:00

Never heard a song from this guy! Until recently.

And no I'm not saying I love his stuff now.

Just want to say.. this song... totally speaks to me.

At least for now.

Broken

2010-08-11T16:55:00.000+08:00

"Weeping willow with your tears running down,

why do you always weep and frown?

Is it because he left you one day?

Is it because he could not stay?

On your branches he would swing,

do you long for the happiness that day would bring?

He found shelter in your shade,

he thought his laughter would never fade.

Weeping willow stop your tears,

for there is something to calm your fears.

You think death has ripped you forever apart,

but I know he’ll always be in your heart."

Taken From: http://colorsofthewind.tumblr.com/

Airplanes

2010-08-10T09:06:00.005+08:00

Platypus.

Don't Know Why...

2010-08-04T01:36:00.001+08:00

Kindly Unspoken

2010-07-18T23:12:00.003+08:00

Since I did a list of my favourite Hollywood actors, I thought why not a list of my favourite Hollywood actresses! :D

So, here's the list!

And once again, it is not in any order. :P

1. Winona Ryder

First saw her in the movie, Little Women and from then on had fallen in love with her movies. There is just something about her that captivates the audience. Plus, she can act too!

2. Susan Sarandon

A fantastic actress! :D Need I say more? She's a legend!

3. Kate Mara

You've probably seen her in movies such as The Shooter or Brokeback Mountain. Always have a thing for red heads... :P But first seen her on the TV show, Jack and Bobby and for some reason was just caught my attention.

4. Julia Roberts

The big smile! The sparkly whites! The romantic comedies! Need I say more for this lady? She is just awesome to watch on screen! And her acting is great! :D

5. Jodie Foster

To me, this actress is a chameleon. The roles she'd played before is simply amazing. Her acting is phenomenal be it drama, thriller, action or comedy.

6. Jennifer Connelly

Did you see her performance on Requiem for a Dream?! OMG! This lady is amazing! She's beautiful and talented! :D Absolutely adore her movies.

7. Ellen Burstyn

Liked her since I first saw her in The Exorcist (1973). Then again in Requiem. She's just a legendary actress. Wish I could watch more of her movies.

8. Ellen Page

A young and talented, sort of eccentric actress. Really like her choice of roles and her performance. Dedicated and funny. :) If you haven't you should check out An American Crime, Smart People or Juno. :P

9. Claire Danes

This actress... I just love her since I first saw her on Little Women as well. Her acting to me seems to speak pretty well. I think she's a fine actress.

10. Anne Hathaway

She's simply adorable and lovable. :D And NOT a bad actress either may I say.

11. Abigail Breslin

I think she's gonna be a star one day! :D

And once again... I certain this list is not complete. There's still quite a few actresses I really admire and like. But it seems like my memory is failing me. :P

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Say You Don't Want It

2010-07-17T22:42:00.003+08:00

Out of boredom... I have sort of compiled a list of Hollywood actors which I absolutely love to watch on the big screen. And so... here there are!

Oh and the list is not in any order. :P

1. Shia LaBeouf

This rising star, I just fell for him when I first watch Even Stevens years and years ago. Lol. He's just so adorable and funny! But now he's also not a bad actor. Have you seen him on Tru Confessions?! Or A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints?! I mean... boy... he's not just 'all looks!' But then again... he is HOT! Hehe.... Plus, he's also quite a dedicated actor who came from a not-so-well-off background. So, kudos to Shia for getting where he is right now. I really can't wait for Wall Street 2! :)

2. Paul Dano

Now, this is one really interesting actor. He has been in a range of genres of films. The first time I saw him was on Little Miss Sunshine. And since then I've been trying my best to catch his other films. He chooses the oddest characters to portray and he's quite a good actor. Have you seen him in There Will Be Blood?! OMG! Plus, he is pretty cute in his own ways. :P

3. Leonardo DiCaprio

Need I say more?! Lol. From his days as Arnie Grape to Jack (Titanic) to Archer (Blood Diamond)! He has made it! I really admire how he worked his way up. And he really is a FANTASTIC actor! Inception! :P

4. Johnny Depp

Hehehe.... HANDSOME! SUAVE! AWESOME ACTOR! This is another actor who worked his way up and chooses the weirdest characters to play as well. His eccentricity is what captured people's hearts. And you can't deny he's just talented! :P

5. Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Did you see this guy on 3rd Rock from the Sun?! He was SO ADORABLE back then! And now he's just... well... I don't know... his crooked smile... :P His role in 500 Days of Summer! Wow! :D

6. Jared Leto

*DROOLS* :P

His husky voice! I mean.. seriously... this man is just... attractive! He's a fantastic actor and singer! And he's a vegan! :P Have you seen Requiem for a Dream?! Amazing! He's dedication to art, his career is simply... unbelievable at times.

7. James McAvoy

One of the so-called latest Hollywood most sought after actor. And he's SCOTTISH! :P

His choice of movies.... his charisma.... simply great!

8. Jake Gyllenhaal

Adorable! :D

Not a bad actor either! Really enjoyed his performance in Donnie Darko and Bubble Boy and of course, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN!

9. Heath Ledger!

God Bless Him. He is such a phenomenal actor. His range of films is wow! I mean... Candy?! Brokeback Mountain?! Dark Knight?! And that smile! :D

10. Mark Wahlberg

I don't usually like muscular guys but Mark is an exception. Though I like him for his dedication more than anything else! From how he made it into the scene, his background, etc. Such an inspiration. Rapper. Model. Actor. You just have to adore him in I Heart Huckabees!

Well... this is NOT THE ENTIRE list!

There's actually quite a few more... like Adrien Brody, Christian Bale, Jason Schwartzman, and Nicholas Hoult.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Mad World

2010-07-14T19:18:00.000+08:00

Make a Wish.

Broken Hearted Girl

2010-07-13T16:52:00.001+08:00

One word.

One action.

One minute.

Paradise could be transformed into Hell.

Hang 'Em High

2010-07-08T22:13:00.002+08:00

It has been... 4-5 years since I've discovered this band's music and though it has been a while since I listened to their tunes on my Frankiepod, I realized today that they are still the one I look for whenever I'm down.

And of course, I'm talking about the New Jersey boys, My Chemical Romance! :)

After all these years and after discovering a variety of music and my tastes had change since then but this guys never failed to make me happy again. In times of desperation and need, they are the first one I'll go to. Which is what happened today. It had been a while since I felt this way but after falling asleep listening to their music and waking up to it, I realized... these guys never left/failed.

They are still the five guys from Jersey who started a band and made it big along the way. Their lyrics still spoke to me like no other music. And they are still considered as my 'superheroes' up till today. I may not listen to their music as often as I did before, but every time I heard them on shuffle, they are just great. :)

And of course, Revenge is still my favourite album. Though Black Parade is an awesome album but Revenge is just too sweet to be replaced. And of course, their debut album, Bullets is fantastic as well, some of the songs still hauntingly beautiful. And their upcoming album, I'm still waiting. :P

And last but not least, every time I mention or someone else mentioned My Chem, I would never forget to mention Frank. :)

Sweet ol' Frank Iero. He's still 'the man.' :P

Anyway, enough blabbing.

Off to fairyland now.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Minor Swing

2010-07-08T02:24:00.004+08:00

One of those few things you need in life...

Love.

Positivity within your Thoughts.

Everything's gonna be fine eventually. :)

Just gotta keep hoping, wishing, and dreaming.

Platypus.

All the Right Moves

2010-06-29T23:35:00.002+08:00

Title: Knight and Day

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, Peter Sarsgaard, Paul Dano

Summary: June Havens finds her everyday life tangled with that of a secret agent who has realized he isn't supposed to survive his latest mission. As their campaign to stay alive stretches across the globe, they soon learn that all they can count on is each other.

Thoughts: Overall, a fun movie to watch. There's action, there's comedy, there's a lil' romance. It was nice to see Tom Cruise with Cameron Diaz together again in a movie. Plus Paul Dano is in it too! Even though you only get to see him for about... 20 mins or so... but it's good to see him in a bigger Hollywood film. However, the CGI was a tad bit disappointing, but the movie still manage to be an entertaining. :) 6.5/10.

Riding with the bulls.

The two leading actors.

Platypus.

Clarity

2010-06-27T19:31:00.003+08:00

NOTE TO SELF:

1. Appreciate all that I have and that is given to me.

2. Learn to breathe.

3. Gotta learn how to see and listen to what's around.

4. Keep my eyes open.

5. End of the day, it's all going to work out, eventually.

Platypus.

Papparazzi

2010-06-25T23:54:00.002+08:00

The calm and aftermath of a storm,

When I look around, I couldn't help but think,

What an insane place this is,

Sometimes it's wonderful, sometimes it's hell,

Why couldn't I simply appreciate what is there,

Instead of always asking for what's more out there?

Now, sitting next to the beach,

I wondered what is installed for me next in this roller coaster ride,

We called life.

Platypus.

All This Time

2010-06-24T01:45:00.002+08:00

Disappointed as these tears flow down her cheeks,

This was the way it has been for the past few days,

She lied down, looking into the nothingness,

As the voice echoed in her mind,

"There's the internet, the phone."

She thought of the past and thought of now,

It didn't go the way they both thought it would,

She sat in the empty living room for a whole day,

Staring into space, wondering what he is up to,

Waiting for a text, some words of comfort,

Instead all she got was the silence of her phone,

She did all that she could, trying to make it flow,

Trying to understand and be the support that she could,

Only to hear now and again, nothingness,

She gave him space yet she yearns for his touch, his voice, his warmth,

As a tear fell onto her shirt, she felt loneliness,

Lost in this world which meant nothing without the other's existence, contact,

She waited in the dark, waiting for a text, waiting for a call, waiting for a person whom she knew.

Platypus.

Wonderwall

2010-06-21T23:50:00.002+08:00

These photographs of mine,

Crowded by memories of the past,

Reminds us of what was and no longer is,

Smiles filled the glossy surface,

But when I look into those eyes,

Some were still young and hopeful,

Others were tainted by deceit and sadness,

I wondered what happened back then,

What brought me to the now and here.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Lost!

2010-06-19T23:20:00.003+08:00

Finally decided to change this blog's layout after being inspired and informed by Gi Hyeon that there's quite a few nice layouts by Blogger itself.

This blog's title and etc. is inspired by Coldplay's song, Lost.

Check it out:

Let me know what you think? :)

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Bad Romance

2010-06-17T23:41:00.002+08:00

17th June 2010.

Title: Undertow

Author: Sydney Bauer

Summary: "If two people have a conversation heard by only those two, did the conversation actually take place?" Following an alleged conversation between respected attorney Rayna Martin and teenager Christina Haynes during a boating trip at Cape Ann, Massachusetts, one of them is dead, the other arrested for their murder. Boston lawyer David Cavanaugh faces his toughest case to date as what appears to be a tragic but blameless accident turns into something else entirely. With the victim's father one of the most powerful politicians in the US Senate and the Assistant District Attorney prepared to put his personal ambition ahead of legal justice, David finds that his most dangerous battle is taking place outside the court room. Lies, deception, blackmail, threats ... and finally the precision of an assassin's bullet combine to create a shocking finale in this exciting debut from Australian author Sydney Bauer.

Thoughts: Loved it! The story is told in such a descriptive way that allows the readers to imagine almost every little detail of each scene. A legal thriller that is well told. Enjoyed it a lot. Great book. :) 7/10

Platypus.

Somebody Loved

2010-06-11T02:10:00.002+08:00

11th June 2010.

Remember how I was complaining that university life mostly comprised of stress, hectic-ness and sleepless nights. But now... it's only been 2 weeks of summer holidays and already I'm feeling restlessness. Gotta seriously sort all this stuff out and get a frickin' job!

Anyway, on another note, me wants me Baby Hedgehog. Hehe... :P

And it's Mister Shia LaBeouf's birthday today!!! Wheeeppeee!!! :D

This already sought after actor turns 24 this year! :)

Happy Birthday Shia!

He was awesome in New York, I Love You. Finally watched it today! :) I was shocked by his performance once again, after A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints. He should make more movies like these... he actually has great potentials.

Okay... better stop blabbing.

Toodles!

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

I Miss You Now

2010-06-10T03:25:00.004+08:00

10th June 2010.

The ocean waves crashed against the rocks,

As I struggled against the current to stay afloat,

Gulping down the salty water, I wondered,

As I was being dragged down by the violent ocean, defeated,

Is this how it would end? Is this it?

Question after question popped into my mind,

Refused to leave me alone in this fight,

Where are you when I need you?

Unlike the fairy tales they told us,

There is no knight in shinning armour,

No good defeating evil,

Only your willingness and strength to fight back,

There is no black and white in this world,

Only your views on what is and isn't wrong,

So here I am, prepared to surrender,

But still fighting for my life in this mass of water,

Wondering is this the end,

Wondering where you are,

Wondering what it could have been.

Platypus.

All I Want Is You

2010-06-10T02:53:00.003+08:00

10th June 2010.

Title: Where Rainbows End

Author: Cecelia Ahern

Synopsis: Rosie and Alex are childhood friends. They’ve been through everything together and have an amazing bond right from the start. As they grow up, this does not change, even when they start dating other people. However, fate steps in when Alex’s parents decide to go and live in America – and he has to go with them. They’ve never been apart before and Rosie is soon planning on joining a university in Boston so they can be together again.

However, the night that Rosie is due to fly out, she discovers something that will change her plans forever, and she stays at home in Ireland.

Thoughts: Finally managed to read a novel after such a long time! :) Found this on discount at MPH. Always wanted to read Cecelia Ahern's other books after P.S. I Love You. And this was good. It was definitely a page-turner. The story is told in a series of emails, invitations, letters, notes, etc. It was definitely a way to tell a story. The author had breathe life into the characters by letting the readers into their lives. The story is touching and a nice book to simply chill out with. Great book overall. 6.5/10

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Speed of Sound

2010-06-01T10:41:00.002+08:00

1st June 2010.

These four walls, so plain yet so full of memories, had provided me shelter and comfort for the past year. Now that I had to leave you, I wasn’t sure what I would do without you. Though I detested the idea of staying here, away from my family a year ago, but as time revealed itself, I had gained an appreciation for this medium comfy room. The brown furniture that came in a set, the striped bed, the midnight blue noticed board along with the attached bathroom. Departing from this place seemed like such sweet sorrow now. It had not only provided me a shelter, but also a place where a chapter of my life was written. Reminiscing these memories made me feel as if I hadn’t learned to appreciate this plain room more than I did. Goodbye room, you gave me all different kinds of experiences that I could never imagine.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Stadium Arcadium

2010-05-31T11:52:00.003+08:00

31st May 2010.

It's officially summer holidays! :) Lots to do in the coming months. Just hope I could stick to it.

So, exams are over! :) And that means it's the end of first year in university. Life had been stressful, hectic, insane, but fun, joyous and full of experiences.

So, what's next?

*shrugs*

Oh and found a new muse... :P

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

If I Never See Your Face Again

2010-05-22T10:13:00.004+08:00

22nd May 2010.

Out of boredom and exam stress... here are some photomanipulation I'd done over the last few weeks. :)

Warning: There are some gory images featured.

The Animal Within.

The Hunger Never Stops.

This is Who I Really Am.

Right Through My Soul.

Wolf.

Hamsters.

Baby Hedgehog! :P

Any thoughts?

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

I'll Meet You There

2010-05-19T04:43:00.003+08:00

19th May 2010.

Letting go of the past, as it fades away,

Never looking back,

Except for the lessons we learned from them,

Looking forward, as we take our first step,

Together, hand in hand,

Unafraid of the challenge we'll face,

This is our lives, our moment,

The day we are known as one.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

P.S. The image above is done my moi using Photoshop 7. :) Been out of touch for a while but starting to get back to it. :)

Perfect Two

2010-05-15T14:27:00.002+08:00

15th May 2010.

Special. Vibrant. Kind. Beautiful.

Love.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Near to You

2010-05-04T01:11:00.002+08:00

4th May 2010.

Hold On.

It'll all be over before you even realize.

And the months to come would be either agony or happiness.

Faith, Trust & Hope.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Here I Am

2010-04-25T23:42:00.003+08:00

25th April 2010.

Date Night

Directed by: Shawn Levy

Casts: Steve Carell, Tina Fey, Jimmi Simpson, Common, Mark Wahlberg, William Fichtner, James Franco, Mila Kunis, Will. I. Am, Ray Liotta

Summary: In New York City, a case of mistaken identity turns a bored married couple's attempt at a glamorous and romantic evening into something more thrilling and dangerous.

Guest stars: Mila Kunis and James Franco! :)

Lead roles; Tina Fey and Steve Carell.

The smexy, Mark Wahlberg! :P Not into muscular guys but he's an exception!

Verdict: I've been waiting for over a year for this film. I know pathetic. And it's not like it's some epic movie. But I've been stalking it on IMDB for a long time! And finally watched it on the big screen!!! :) Loved it! It was hilarious! Yet with its own hints of seriousness. The storyline ain't exactly fresh but the acting is very much appreciated and brought up the film's ratings! Tina Fey and Steve Carell, two comedians collaborated really well together. With a supporting cast of Jimmi Simpson, Common, Ray Liotta, William Fichtner and last but not least, Mark Wahlberg! :) It was brilliant! Every actor brought their own charisma and talents to the movie. It was refreshing to see Mark Wahlberg in a comedy! Though his role was minor but it certainly doesn't hurt! :) And may I add, his hotness! *whistles* *rolls eyes*

Anyway, overall, the film was very enjoyable! :) Oh and also there's a very nice list of guest stars in this film as well. 6.5/10

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Back to Me

2010-04-23T21:46:00.003+08:00

23rd April 2010.

As the exams loom nearer, so does the end of my first year in university. In a way, it was pretty quiet but at the same time, you could also say it was eventful. I could still remember my fear of meeting new people and studying a whole new course. But as the academic year comes closer to its end credits, I've realized it was just a silly fear. Times changed, people changed. It was a killer hectic year with all the lab reports and presentations, and it was also a nice yet roller-coaster year for all the different characters I encountered. In a way this year was a blessing in disguise. I guess after all the course I'm studying is not a wrong decision from the past.

Tonnes of photographs were taken during this short period of time. I'm glad my Baby Shannon was kept busy at most of the time. I've also learned more about the sport of Cricket but there's still more to be learned. :P The course itself is interesting and also scary because of all the 'sciences' that I have somewhat forgotten since the end of high school. As crazy of a year it was, here comes the end of a so-called chapter and soon to begin a new one.

Good luck all for the exams!

Have a nice summer holiday soon! ;)

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

All Around Me

2010-04-07T01:29:00.003+08:00

7th April 2010.

Back to my old-fashioned-ness in blogging. Here are a few movies that I've watched over the weekend.

1. Clash of the Titans

Directed by: Louis Leterrier

Casts: Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, Jason Flemyng, Gemma Arterton, Nicholas Hoult

This movie is a remake of the original in 1981.

Sypnosis: "The Clash of the Titans" is set in the Greek city of Argos where a war is about to explode between man and the gods. Perseus (Sam Worthington) raised as a fisherman, but is actually a demi-god. Perseus is the son of Zeus (Liam Neeson) who is about to take on the gods after the death of his family. Zeus' brother Hades (Ralph Fiennes) was the one who kill his family, and Perseus wants to kill him. However, it is Perseus's destiny to rescue the city of Argos from the ruthless rage of Hades and his Kraken monster. With nothing to lose, Perseus leads a band of soldiers on a quest to defeat the Kraken. In doing this, Perseus will prevent Hades from overthrowing Zeus and in turn destroying mankind.

Love Pegasus in this film. Though its black but more reasons to love it. :P

The great Liam Neeson! :) He portrayed Zeus in this film.

The talented Ralph Fiennes! Absolutely adore this man portraying evil characters. He is just oh-so-very scary.

Verdict: Well, I never thought I would watch this film this fast but one thing led to another and I found myself in the cinema. And thankfully for watching it in a small town... the cinema was almost empty on the first week of screening! O.o But since I went in with no expectations, I found myself enjoying pretty much the whole film. The CGI effects are amazing, creating a fantastic, almost realistic fight scenes/characters. As for the acting, it's nothing that grand but the biggest surprise of all is NICHOLAS HOULT! If you've been reading my blog for... well... as long as it had been established, you'll notice I've mentioned him a couple of times. This young Brit is slowly making his way into Hollywood. :) Yipee! First spotted him in the Weather Man with Nicolas Cage then he sorta faded from the big screens due to the tv show, Skins. Now, he's slowly being noticed! :) Hope to see more of him! Okay... back to the film... overall, the most enjoyable part is the action scenes, the special effects, Ralph Fiennes, Nicholas Hoult, and the fact that it's based loosely around Greek mythology. :) 6/10.

2. Smart People

Directed by: Noam Murro

Cast: Dennis Quaid, Sarah Jessica Parker, Ellen Page, Thomas Haden Church

Sypnosis: Professor at Carnegie Mellon, an indifferent father to a college student and a high-school senior, and the reluctant brother of a ne'er-do-well who's come to town. A seizure and a fall send Lawrence to the emergency room where the physician, a former student of his, ends up going on a date with him. His daughter, Vanessa, lonely and friendless, who's been bonding with his brother, tries to sabotage dad and the doctor's relationship, but Lawrence is good at that without help. Is there any way these smart people can get a life? Can happiness be pursued beneath layers of irony

Ellen Page with Thomas Haden Church.

Verdict: After knowing for quite some time about this film, I finally manage to get my hands on a copy of it and now it's part of my so-called collection. :) Well, the film is smartly written, exactly like the title itself. I was surprised by Dennis Quaid's portrayal of his character. This movie is almost exactly alike indie films such as Little Miss Sunshine and such. Ellen Page, as per usual proved once again she could act and not just some young Hollywood actress. Overall, an enjoyable and almost thought-provoking film. :) 6.5/10.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Friday Night

2010-03-30T23:52:00.004+08:00

30th March 2010.

The sight of you makes my heart warm,

The touch of your skin tingles mine,

The sound of your voice makes me smile,

The taste of your lips is sweeter than a bar of dark chocolate,

But it's the breath from you that drives me crazy,

Wanting, needing, craving to breathe through you,

Knowing how it's like to be you,

To learn the thoughts in your mind,

To steal your pain and sorrow, so you no longer feel them,

To breathe through you is something else,

A brand new feeling,

Something extraordinary,

But only to me and you.

This is War.

Provehito in Altum.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Fly

2010-03-28T22:55:00.004+08:00

29th March 2010.

Parents.

They are in a way our creators. They are the sole reason of our existence. The people who gave us food, clothing, a roof over our heads, education, etc. They taught us about our values and how to be a good person. There's so much that they've done for us till the extent of us taking them for granted. And it comes to a certain point where it's time for us to part with them and walk on our own path in life. Some of us couldn't wait to be free from them and some would be reluctant.

And they would be the one who would in a way have the hardest time because we are their child, their creation. Letting go of your child or someone you love dearly is always one of the hardest things to do in life.

And recently, I've come to realized once again, it IS hard to let go of someone you love. It's painful to the point all you can think of was for time to turn back or let time freeze so you could just have that extra few minutes with him/her. I'll miss you. And I'll probably be lost without your phone calls and your wise advice or just your jokes. Come home soon.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Circus

2010-03-20T14:22:00.002+08:00

20th March 2010.

Spent some time with the family. Though it was short-lived but it was great fun and exactly the kind of break I needed. How much can we ask for in life anyway? What you get, what you received from this life is enough. It's whether you're actually fully utilizing all of the opportunities, chances and what-nots. Why ask more?

Because, we humans still haven't learned to see, to appreciate what is right before our eyes. We want more when what we have is great. I'm not here to preach, but these posts are merely thoughts that popped into my head or they are merely reminders for myself.

Love.

More friends doesn't mean you're more loved.

Less friends doesn't equate you're being loved less.

Closer to the people around you doesn't mean you're any better.

This is my life. This is my way of living it. This is my choice.

I'm happy where I am.

Accept it. Or just leave.

Forgot to mention. I bought this book last weekend. Can't wait to dive into the world of The Hundred Acres Wood as well as Benjamin Hoff's interpretation of it. The sequel to the wonderful, Tao of Pooh.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Alibi

2010-03-17T02:50:00.002+08:00

17th March 2010.

Don't you feel sometimes our everyday actions, missions, plans just seem so... distant and blurred? It's like we wake up everyday, expecting to hear our annoying alarm ring and see the sun shining brightly outside our window, then we move on with our daily rituals and go to our classes/work/etc. But have you ever stopped and wonder maybe, just maybe, when we stop and take a peak into our lives, we could actually freeze time and just absorb every single detail about that moment. How it's like to be sitting in the middle of a stuffy class? How your friend, sitting next to you actually feel at that moment? How your lecturer get irritated like as he/she tried to explain a concept that none of the students seem to care? How you, yourself sit in the class, daydreaming/paying full attention actually looks like? How your eyes shone under the fluorescent lights?

If only all of us would take a moment in our busy lives to pause and enjoy these minute details, maybe our lives wouldn't seem so dull or pointless or bland. If only we would realize that every second that trickles past us, as I write this and as you read it, that our lives are walking forward on its paved road, not waiting for anything or anyone, not even yourself. If only we would remember that all these special people whom we have the chance to meet and know are only going to be there for that chapter of our lives. And if you're lucky, maybe they'll be in a few more chapters of your life. But honestly, who can recall the first friend you made when you first entered primary school, how did he/she looked like? Or how your kindergarten teacher looked like? Or how your first pet looked like when you first met?

Time never wait. Freezing it is only a figment of our imagination. But no one said, capturing it is illegal. It's only a matter of how alert you are to capture them and record them down in your book of memoirs.

Enough said. To end this, here's a song by the talented trio, 30 Seconds to Mars, called Alibi.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Don't Let Me Fall

2010-03-15T04:32:00.002+08:00

15th March 2010.

This poem is taken from Shawna aka Nanalew's blog:

Explosions in the Sky

This solitary moment

My heart so full to burst

Like diving from rock waterfalls

And slipping through the earth.

Like bright and glorious daybreak

Explosions in the sky

Like every living firefly

Refusing soft to die.

Like droplets in a rainstorm

Or forests in the mist

Like every petal on the earth

The sun has deigned to kiss.

Like dancing on a high wind

A wafting to the stars

Like nebulas of cloudy dreams

Refusing nightmare's wars.

This solitary moment

My explosions in the sky

Yes, every work of wonderment

Exists inside your eye.

Isn't it just beautiful?

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Alice

2010-03-14T18:57:00.003+08:00

14th March 2010.

Well, finally have something more interesting to post about besides short poems that suddenly pops into my head. I was lucky enough to watch a few new movies which were released in the cinemas for the past 2 weeks.

First one is...

Invictus.

Directed by: Clint Eastwood.

Starring: Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon

Summary: The film tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa's rugby team to help unite their country. Newly elected President Mandela knows his nation remains racially and economically divided in the wake of apartheid. Believing he can bring his people together through the universal language of sport, Mandela rallies South Africa's rugby team as they make their historic run to the 1995 Rugby World Cup Championship match

Matt Damon as Springboks' captain, Francois Pienaar.

Morgan Freeman as the great Nelson Mandela.

Verdict: It was overall a really nice, inspiring film. Finally get to watch Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela. Not a bad portrayal. Matt Damon on the other hand did a fantastic job with the character. There's something about his eyes you could simply feel what his character is going through. Clint Eastwood did a good job directing it. An epic film.

The next film is...

Alice in the Wonderland

Directed by: Tim Burton

Starring: Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Crispin Glover, Anne Hathaway, Michael Sheen, Alan Rickman

Sypnosis: 19-year-old Alice returns to the magical world from her childhood adventure, where she reunites with her old friends and learns of her true destiny: to end the Red Queen's reign of terror.

Anne Hathaway as the White Queen, Helena Bonham Carter as the Red Queen, Stephen Fry as the Cheshire Cat, and Matt Lucas as Tweedledee and Tweedledum.

Mia Wasikowska as Alice. Look at that pretty dress of hers designed by Colleen Atwood.

Lastly, Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter with Tim Burton, the director.

Verdict: It's a film with great special effects. Great animated characters. Love the White Rabbit (Michael Sheen) and the Mad Hare (OMG! He was everything the cartoon character was!). Then of course, with Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter, who did an amazing job to bring the character with such eccentricity. Anne Hathaway and Helena Bonham Carter are perfect for the roles. The sorta newcomer Mia Wasikowska as Alice was alright... but she didn't entirely blew the movie. The costumes and set design were beautiful! Absolutely amazing. However, the plot of the story didn't flourish enough.... there's just something missing....

So, that's it really. 2 good movies. :)

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

The Scientist

2010-03-12T03:39:00.002+08:00

12th March 2010.

Here we are, in your arms,

Glued together, one another,

Eyes closed shut, in your arms,

The rise and fall, nothing at all,

But your fingers intertwined with mine,

Melody flowed into my ears,

Calming my soul,

Nothing but me and you,

In your arms.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Violet Hill

2010-03-11T18:03:00.004+08:00

11th March 2010.

Star-filled sky,

An endless night,

Here we are, you and I,

Watching from below, in this deceitful world,

Nothing but the sweet crooning of the crickets,

Eyes like whirlpools, reaching far below,

An endless fall of the unknown,

Fearless, here we are,

Here we go,

You and I.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Talk

2010-03-10T11:07:00.003+08:00

10th March 2010.

A lil' something... :)

Chilled air, warm breath,
The night becomes day and day becomes night,
Have you ever felt so disoriented,
That days go by in a rush,
Not slowing down, only to have you enjoy the blissful moments,
Life, that's what they call it,
Yet the future seems so far and bleak,
What happened to the people and the fields of gold,
Are you lost or is it just me,
That you could be so close yet so far.

I miss writing.

Adapt & Overcome.
xo
Platypus.

Dark Blue

2010-03-09T22:24:00.002+08:00

10th March 2010.

Forgotten how it was like to sleep for a mere few hours and wake up feeling groggy and the whole world is against you.

Forgotten how it was like to drink more than one cup of coffee per day.

Forgotten how it was like to feel your eyes stinging due to tiredness and your body aching and craving for a break.

Forgotten how it was like to feel odd.

Forgotten how it was like to wake up and only crave for Frank Iero's face and his contagious laugh.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Way Back Into Love

2010-03-06T10:51:00.004+08:00

6th March 2010

It's has been a while... my last post here dated the beginning of Feb. O.o I guess I've been caught up once again with university life as well as Chinese New Year on that particular month. Well, lots had happened since then as usual.

Firstly, Bob Bryar (the drummer) of My Chemical Romance had parted his ways with the band. It's official. He's no longer in the band. T.T I'm still kind of in the state of disbelief and not willing to belief it. But.... it seems pretty real.... Check their official site to find out more regarding this.

Next, well as the months past by since I first came here to study ( 6 months to be exact), I've became acquainted with people. I've always felt slightly unnerved since college but university turned out quite well. But it seems like the world nowadays is simply filled with people with characteristics like slyness... attention-seeking... etc. etc. But the one new thing I've learned this time is that apparently to some 'age really matters.' XD Boy... if that rule applies then I'm still a 15 year old. Which to think of... I'm actually fine with that.

But, ANYWAY.... when people say they miss their childhood... because things were a whole lot simpler. For example, we could be carrying around our favourite action figure or doll, not bothering what the world thinks of us and simply cry and complain when things aren't right. Whatever happened to that simplicity? Is it as we grow up, our eyes and mind only learned to make things complex, believing that this is what adulthood stands for. To be complicated?

As Lao Tzu once said, “In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.”

I guess my point being is... there are just some individuals in this world who can never understand that other people's point of view might be right or at least they have a reason for it. But instead of trying to comprehend why, they simply started a game with no proper knowledge of why the other party may be bogged down with other things, responsibilities, etc.

It's a funny world. I'll give you that.

And to end this post, here are some quotes from the wise Lao Tzu from the Tao Te Ching;

"One who is too insistent on his own views, finds few to agree with him."

"He who knows much about others may be learned, but he who understands himself is more intelligent. He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still."

"To know that you do not know is the best. To pretend to know when you do not know is a disease."

"Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them-that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like."

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

2010-02-06T20:21:00.003+08:00

6th Feb. 2010

Now on a lighter and more random mood... This so-called quiz I found from My Chem's official site's forum... So since it's kinda quiet here... here we go

Step 1: Get your ipod or mp3, or your media library.
Step 2: Put it on shuffle and see what comes up.....

1. Song for school:
Jai Ho - Pussycat Dolls

2. Song for sleep:
Over and Over - Three Days Grace

3. Song for fighting:
Glory Days - Bruce Springsteen (nice...)

4. Song for a funeral:
Beautiful Day - U2 (optimistic song...)

5. Song for breaking up:
Today - Smashing Pumpkins (O.o)

6. Song for running from the cops:
Razorblade - The Strokes

7. Song for getting a new baby sibling:
Harder to Breathe - Maroon 5 (XD)

8. Song for being excited but nervous:
Cuddy's Serenade - Hugh Laurie (House M.D. Soundtrack)

9. Song for falling in love:
Right Where You Want Me - Jesse McCartney

10. Zombie slaying song:

Hello Seatle - Owl City (WTF?!)

11. Song for getting married:
Miss Amanda Jones - Rolling Stones (interesting...)

That's all! :P

Keep The Faith.
xo
Platypus.

Time is Running Out

2010-02-05T18:07:00.004+08:00

5th Feb. 2010

Been fascinated with it since I first discovered their existence... Lomography cameras.

Especially this one:

Fisheye 2:

*drools...*

Adapt & Overcome

Platypus

Practice

2010-01-24T16:31:00.004+08:00

24th Jan. 2010

Heath Ledger.

4th April 1979 - 22nd January 2008.

Talented. Caring. Passion. One-of-a-kind.

May You Rest In Peace.

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

The Saltwater Room

2010-01-08T06:06:00.005+08:00

8th Jan. 2010

Since it's sorta still is the New Years, why don't we start with something positive?

Just want to share with you guys a few pictures I found on the Interweb... :P

Keep the Faith.

Platypus.

Kings & Queens

2010-01-06T00:56:00.003+08:00

6th Jan. 2010

It's a brand new year. And a new layout. :) Loving it.

Just wanted to drop by and post that 30 Seconds to Mars' 3rd album, This is War is still being digested by moi. Will write a review of some sort on it as soon as its done being processed.

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

P.S. Meanwhile, why don't I leave you with some treat... here's the band's first single off the new record... Kings & Queens. Do check out the video. It's awesome!!!!

I Put A Spell On You

2009-12-25T23:59:00.002+08:00

Christmas just passed and now comes New Year... 2009 is coming to the end credits as I'm typing this. It had been a LONG year yet, ironically, short too. For one, I spent three quarters of the year doing absolutely nothing. Well... maybe not nothing but for the first time I had a long break from studies and it was somewhat rewarding and fun but also absolutely boring. I mean... for the first month the idea of being free from all the books and everything seemed fun but after a while, it just sort of boiled down. Then, came university life which was a drag at first but it turned out to be WAY better than I ever thought it would be. The craziness, the workload, the caffeine-induced days... oh boy...

Well, as 2009 comes to an end, I had one of those Christmas celebration today which involved meeting almost all my relatives at one go. It wasn't fun watching your parents being under stressed as they prepared one of the biggest meals I've ever seen for Christmas but in the end of the day, the gathering was better than I thought it would turned out. And as Christmas comes to an end, I'm faced with a wedding and a graduation. What a way to end the year. :)

And the list of prominent events/things which happened in 2009:

- Picking up photography

- Learn a lil' bout cricket

- Took time off

- Wrote a full fan fiction which turned into something greater than I thought

- Wrote some one-shots

- Worked

- Went off to study something I never studied before

- Owns a Green Day t-shirt

- Got a reply from someone famous on Twitter XD

- Officially in university

- Saw 2 shooting stars in one night

- Organised a Halloween-related event

- Dressed up for the first time as a ghost/witch

- Being wrapped in a bone-crushing hug :P

There's probably more on the list but yeah...

With only a few more days to go... Three Cheers for 2009! And a warm welcome to 2010!

Platypus.

Rainbow Veins

2009-12-18T14:24:00.002+08:00

It's been a gruelling 2 -3 months of the starting of a whole new chapter in life... university. As you can see from previous posts... it hasn't been easy but it's fun too. :) The past month had been sleepless nights and living on coffee as courseworks are being rushed through. Madness? Yes. Sometimes you lost track of the time and date that it just became a routine. And for the past two days... I've managed to finally let out a breather and say it's the end of courseworks for this semester... and then realized how hectic it was. :P

Even so, I'm glad I survived so far... and managed to do quite a bit of photography as well as learning random things. Christmas is coming up and what are you guys up to?

Adapt & Overcome.

Platypus.

Galway Girl

2009-11-21T16:00:00.002+08:00

Breathe.

Caffeinne.

Courseworks.

Enjoyment.

Entertainment.

Music.

Photography.

Plane-spotting.

Socializing.

Sleep.

Star-gazing.

Keep the Faith.
xo
Platypus.