The Leap Year

29 February.

After today, this date will not be seen until 4 years later. So here’s a post just to clock in today, a very special day!

Happy Leap Year!

29 Feb 2008 (4.00pm)

Life’s contradictions

Often, we hear one thing but get hammered when we follow. So when will we ever do the right thing? The answer is….not very likely. Whatever we do, there are counter reactions. These can come from people from the opposite camp, but it can also come from the very same people who tell you one thing but practice another. These are properly the schizophrenics!

Here’s a list which I have encountered, observed or heard from others.

1. We are told to be understanding and accommodating to other’s needs. But when we do this, another school of thought categorizes us as not assertive and we should stand by what we want.

2. We have been advised not to pamper kids, but when we get stern with them, we are blamed or even criticized for beating or scolding them.

3. We are told not to give immediate attention to babies when they cry but when we leave them crying, we are being criticized for being unconcerned parents.

4. The corporate world wants people who multitask, but we have been reminded to be focused on tasks.

5. We are taught not to be afraid to make mistakes. But we are penalized when we make one.

6. Parents complain that the whole street is full of degree holders and the uselessness of having degrees nowadays. But they pressurize their kids to have one.

7. People complain about miserable payouts by government, but they queue for hours to collect theirs.

8. In a doctor-patient setting, doctors educate patients on stress-induced symptoms and illnesses. In work setting, doctors give you stress like hell.

9. We are taught to save but when we avoid costly stuff, we are criticized for being a miser/thrift.

If we take these very seriously, we will turn nuts in no time, and many times over.

(If you have others to contribute, please do so)

25 Feb 08 (4.05pm)

Conclusion to Chinese New Year 2008

No feel. No feel. Absolutely no feel. What do you mean it’s over?!

16 Feb 2008 (7.57pm)

Goodbye, Ah Meng!

She was a national icon. She was a well-known figure to Singaporeans for more than 30 years. It is indeed sad to hear that Ah Meng has left us. Though she has retired, her name is still closely associated with the zoo. The first thing that comes into my mind when I think of the zoo is Ah Meng.

Ah Meng's burial ground. Behind it is the Seletar reservoir - a nice view and a breezy location.

"May god be with your soul". May you rest in peace.

A kid's note to Ah Meng.

Ah Meng's grand-daughter (left-most). Likely to take over Ah Meng.

Departed: 8 Feb 2008
Goodbye Ah Meng. You will be missed.

10 Feb 2008 (6.30pm)

今日笑一笑

嫖客：万水千山情，不给小费行不行？

妓：天涯何处无芳草，小费一分不能少。

嫖客：人间自有真情在，能省一块是一块。

妓：我拿青春赌明天，不给小费算强奸！


9 Feb 2008 (10.20am)

Happy Year of the Rat!

To one and all:

HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR to my family and friends....May you have a happy, prosperous and healthy Year of the Rat.

7 Jan 2008 (7.58am)

鼠年发大财，身体健康

在这鼠年来临的前夕，祝贺我所有的亲戚朋友们新年快乐，身体健康，开开心心。

Happy Lunar New Year!

6 Feb 2008 (9.18pm)

Amazing Game – Try it

Got this from an email and found it amazing. Give it a shot, if you have not tried it before.


This is kinda interesting.

At the end of this message, you are asked a question.

Answer it immediately. Don’t stop and think about it.

Just say the first thing that pops into your mind.


This is a fun ‘test’…AND kind of spooky at the same time! Give it a try. Now – just follow the instructions as quickly as possible.

Do not go to the next calculation before you have finished the previous one.


You do not ever need to write or remember the answers, just do it using your mind. You’ll be surprised.


START:


How much is:
15+6

89+2









12+53

75+26








25+52










63+32










I know! Calculations are hard work, but it’s nearly over…



Come on, one more……







123+5






Quick! Think about a color and a tool!!







Scroll further to the bottom…








A bit more……










You just thought about a red hammer, didn’t you/


If this is not your answer, you are among 2% of people who have a different, if not abnormal, mind.

98% of the folks would answer a red hammer while doing this exercise.


If you do not believe this, pass it around and you’ll see.


Let me know what you have thought of!


2 Feb 2008 (9.05am)