What a great way to end the year and their activities in Korea before they're back in Japan again.
Wrong Number + Mirotic REMIXED! The second half was by far their best and craziest performance. :D And it's back to "under my skin" again for the last time. YAY!
Of food and goodbyes.
Just got back from Penang yesterday, and as usual, PUT ON WEIGHT! >.<
I love my grandfather's apartment because the breeze is awesome! Living up on the nineteenth floor without having to turn on the air-con and fan, relying on natural wind... how I wish I could live like that everyday. Seriously, I was freezing at night even with only one table fan.
After three days of food, food and MORE food, we finally left for home. Stopped by Kampar for ais kacang and the famous fish ball noodle. I hate fish balls (don't ask why), but I always love drinking the soup. It's my mother's hometown, so you can imagine how many times I've had that.
When we got home around dinner time, something felt different. I realised it was the empty house next door. My neighbour of sixteen years has moved out to a bigger place. I felt really sad looking at the dark and quiet house because the two girls, Xin Li and Wan Li, were like my little sisters. I've seen them ever since they were newborn babies. It never occured to me how much I truly treasure them until now. Not many of you would know how it feels like to be an only child. They were the only friends I had to play with whenever I was bored. They are two of my dearest childhood friends, especially before I started going to church and got to know some of the ones I've known until now.
I remember us calling each other over the fence when we were bored. I remember us as little kids sitting on little stools at the car porch talking almost every night. I remember going to each other's houses, walking in and out as if it was our second home. I remember seeing them cry when their first maid had to leave them to go home. I remember my parents helping to send Xin Li to the hospital when something went inside her ear. I remember playing badminton over the fence with them all the time. I even recall bringing them to CPC during special occasions.
Now, I won't be able to hear them playing the piano when I'm at home. I'll seldom be able to talk to Xin Li about school life and friends. I won't be able to talk to Wan Li about our current interest as often as I did. I won't be able to see Auntie Loh feeding stray cats like usual. And I won't be able to see Uncle Loh come home after work or golf, whistling for his daughters every day.
Before they moved out few days ago, I went to their house almost everyday, spending time with the younger one when her sister went for a trip to Japan. We had a good time watching YouTube and just talking.
I don't think I'll be able to get used to the fact that my neighbour's family isn't around anytime soon. Although they're new house is just less than five minutes away, and they'll still be coming back often because they have yet to pack up a lot of things, but I'm really REALLY gonna miss them.
My tears are dropping as I am typing this. But I wish them all the best and I pray that God will bless them in their new home. To the Loh family, thank you for keeping my family company all these years ever since we moved in at the same time sixteen years ago, I will definitely be visiting you often. God bless!
One litre of tears...
You'll probably cry buckets more after watching that, because I did. >.<
This mini-series is a true story about a Japanese teenage girl, Aya, who was diagnosed with an incurable spinocerebullar degeneration disease when she was 15. This is a very cruel disease as the patient would gradually be incapable of walking, talking, moving and even eating. Slowly, the patient will not even be able to open their eyes and wake up from sleep. The mind functions well, but none of the motor nerves will be working, therefore the body cannot function properly. Aya's condition seemed to worsen quicker than other patients.
I remember watching this drama on 8TV last year. But I had missed a few episodes in between. I managed to borrow the CD from Kenny and finally finished the whole drama. The title definitely says it all! 'One litre of tears', anyone would be affected, both girls and guys.
I really admire Aya for her strength and courage to fight this disease despite her young age. I'm not sure to what extend is the script fictional, but listening to her words in her diary as she tries her best to write everyday even though it took all of her strength, watching her family and their tremendous support, and her friends who never failed to lend a helping hand and stand up for her when needed, really touched me. The moment I saw the first episode last year, I knew that it was going to be one of my favourite dramas. And I NEVER like watching Japanese dramas.
My favourite scene from the drama was when her younger sister who normally has a cold personality scolded her younger brother for being ashamed of their sister who has a disease. She said it was the first time she had ever thought that their sister was amazing. She could still smile like she does knowing the cruel days she was going to face. She could still sew the brother's name on his soccer team jersey before a tournament although it drained almost all of her energy. I really love this scene. I don't know why, but in movies or dramas, I really like to see people who seem heartless showing a soft spot.
I think the power of this drama is that it is a true story. I wonder if Aya was a Christian in real life, because no one can have that kind of courage without the Lord. I can't imagine anyone fighting a disease like this without supernatural strength.
I really recommend this drama to everyone who is reading this. There are only 11 episodes. Let the story take you through the life of a teenager suffering from something we can never imagine. Will you be able to handle it?
P/S I can't really open my eyes properly right now. =_= That's what you get after watching this drama!
P/P/S The drama is just full of sad moments, there are funny scenes as well, in case you are worried that the story will be all tears.
Once Upon A Star...
I don't want it to be over so soon. :(
The past three nights have been amazing. The play went well and everyone enjoyed it! We could totally feel the energy while we were performing. I loved it! Thank God we have one more performance on Thanksgiving Night, because time flew by too quickly! >.<
I feel that everyone grew closer during the past few months of rehearsals and I'm really happy about that. I hope that there will be more projects like this in the future. ^.^
I can't wait to see the whole thing on video. xD
P/S Pictures will be up soon!
Finally!
I finally drove to The Curve! With Nabilah's help, of course. But I came back all by myself! I almost got lost along the way (Thank God for U-turns!). But I managed to find my way back. So I guess my sense of direction is not THAT hopeless after all. :D
Anyway, my interview today went... okay I guess? VERY nerve-wrecking, but it ended much faster than I had expected. Oh well, I'll just wait for the results. Working hours are a little... unexpected. But this is an awesome opportunity, so I really hope I'll get it! *prays hard*
Christmas play is in two days time. *screams*!!! I can't wait!!!
Pray hard!
I got the interview for an internship at 8TV! xDDD
Now I just got to sort out all my certificates and stuff. Please pray for me!
Under my sky???
They totally owned the stage! LOL Best performance to date. And congratulations for winning the highest award!!! How can they NOT win after selling 500,000 albums in two months? =D
But... but... under my sky??? =__="
But... but... under my sky??? =__="
Let it snow...
Christmas is coming and I can't wait!!! Last weekend was a crazy one 'cause everyone involved in the Christmas play practically called the church our second home! But it was really fun getting everything done. Thank God the full rehearsal yesterday went smoothly. Yay!!! I'm so excited!
On Sunday when the chairperson called out those who were involved in this play to be prayed for, everyone laughed cause almost half the church went up to the front. LOL!
Anyone interested to come and watch the Christmas play? You can pick one of three nights: 19, 20, 21 December, next Friday, Saturday, Sunday, dinner followed by the play. It's called 'Once Upon A Star'. If you're interested, let me know! I guarantee you'll be well-fed and entertained! :D
The new hobby.
How I wish I can have a piano for Christmas this year. My aunty's 30-year-old organ finally gave up on me. And now I'm just hitting the keys of a tiny keyboard that I can't even play a whole song with! >.<
Sigh...
Is Santa Claus coming to town this year?
My dearest friend...
To Miss Song Ee Leen...
I've known you for more than 10 years, and you've been an awesome friend! Really miss the times when we were playing around as little kids in church and in each other's houses. Let's do that again! =P
I know your major exam is in 2 days, but hope you'll enjoy your day today. I'm glad we had fun with the girls at lunch yesterday! =D
BLESSED 18TH BIRTHDAY!!!
Hahaha!
More laughter!!! It's actually a public campaign by Samsung electronics to encourage sharing smiles and laughter all around. ^.^
The dorky boys trying to cheer up the younger ones.
The dorky boys trying to cheer up the younger ones.
