Dear blog readers, I have commented on Marcus Low's blog (http://lowzuowu96.blogspot.com/) on his post about his volunteer work at the Youth Olympic Games.
Below is my comment :
Marcus,
I feel that it is really kind of you to volunteer to help out at the Youth Olympic games, especially during the test season when everyone else is busy studying.
It seems like you enjoyed your volunteer's job in the Youth Olympic Games. I am really happy for you. But after reading your post, I find that the job of filming the two fencers on film appears to be quite challenging to me. If it was me there, I am afraid I would not be able to handle it.
Thanks.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Comment on Marcus Lau's blog
Dear readers, I have commented on Marcus Lau's blog (http://blanketboymarcus.blogspot.com/) on his post about the definition of success.
Below is my comment :
Marcus,
I couldn't agree with you more. Indeed, success is when you feel that you have tried your best. No matter what the outcome is, you will feel satisfied at least.
I feel that success should not be based on what others think of you. Instead, it should be what you think it is. Set your own definition of success. And as long as you KNOW that you have given your best, it is considered success.
Thank you.
Below is my comment :
Marcus,
I couldn't agree with you more. Indeed, success is when you feel that you have tried your best. No matter what the outcome is, you will feel satisfied at least.
I feel that success should not be based on what others think of you. Instead, it should be what you think it is. Set your own definition of success. And as long as you KNOW that you have given your best, it is considered success.
Thank you.
Comment on George's blog
Dear blog readers, I have commented on George's blog ( http://georgeblogging.blogspot.com/ ) on his most recent post about the mudslides that happened in China.
Below is my comment :
I agree with your view on this issue. Yes, the author should not have entirely blamed it on the rescue efforts not being fast enough and the headline thirsty media. This was a natural disaster which no one could avoid.
Instead of complaining and grumbling, I feel that they should think of new ways to solve these problems, such as building dams and a dense network of canals and drainage systems so as to prevent mudslides.
However, the people there should also learn to put up with occasional mudslides. No country is perfect. Although China may experience more occasions of mudslides than other countries, they may suffer less of something else compared to the same country.
Thanks.
Below is my comment :
I agree with your view on this issue. Yes, the author should not have entirely blamed it on the rescue efforts not being fast enough and the headline thirsty media. This was a natural disaster which no one could avoid.
Instead of complaining and grumbling, I feel that they should think of new ways to solve these problems, such as building dams and a dense network of canals and drainage systems so as to prevent mudslides.
However, the people there should also learn to put up with occasional mudslides. No country is perfect. Although China may experience more occasions of mudslides than other countries, they may suffer less of something else compared to the same country.
Thanks.
Comment on Darrell's blog
Dear blog readers, I have commented on Darrell's blog ( http://causticpotashhh.blogspot.com/ ) on his post about the biography of a famous war poet - Wilfred Owen.
Below is my comment for his post:
I feel that Wilfred Owen is indeed one of the most powerful war poets. Although he is born in an upper class family, he is still able to convey and express his lament for war. I like this characteristic of his as I do feel that war is nothing more than a bloody battle that harms many sacrificial lambs sent by the government. My favourite poem written by Wilfred Owen would be Exposure.
I feel that in Exposure, Wilfred Owen has successfully portrayed the soldiers to be traumatized by war. They no longer carry any hope for a better future after witnessing and battling in the battle field. In exposure, Wilfred Owen has also used a lot of imagery. This successfully draws images of poor and pitiful soldiers. Exposure is also one of Owen's signature poems. Thus, I really enjoy the work of Wilfred Owen
Below is my comment for his post:
I feel that Wilfred Owen is indeed one of the most powerful war poets. Although he is born in an upper class family, he is still able to convey and express his lament for war. I like this characteristic of his as I do feel that war is nothing more than a bloody battle that harms many sacrificial lambs sent by the government. My favourite poem written by Wilfred Owen would be Exposure.
I feel that in Exposure, Wilfred Owen has successfully portrayed the soldiers to be traumatized by war. They no longer carry any hope for a better future after witnessing and battling in the battle field. In exposure, Wilfred Owen has also used a lot of imagery. This successfully draws images of poor and pitiful soldiers. Exposure is also one of Owen's signature poems. Thus, I really enjoy the work of Wilfred Owen
Poem Analysis - The Son is in Secondary School by Affran Sa’at
My badge has a Latin motto
Hope for the future
The future is hope
Or something
At times black crows try to interrupt
When we sing the National Anthem
It is difficult to maintain
The whiteness of my shoes
Especially on Wednesdays
I must admit there is something quite special
About the bare thighs of hardworking scouts
The Malay chauffeurs
Who wait for my schoolmates
Sit on the car park kerb
Telling jokes to one another
Seven to the power of five is unreasonable
On Chinese New Year
Mrs Lee dressed up
In a sarong kebaya
And sang Bengawan Solo
The capital of Singapore is Singapore
My best friend did a heroic thing once
Shaded all A’s
For his Chinese Language
Multiple-choice paper
In our annual yearbook
There is a photograph of me
Pushing a wheelchair and smiling
They caught me
At the exact moment
When my eyes were actually closed
____________________________________________________________________
The first stanza
I feel that the author uses a little bit of rhythm so as to stress out the importance of his badge that he obtained. I feel that the author does not fully understand the symbolism of his badge as he mentioned in the last sentence " or something " even though he has already passed secondary school. Another element the author used would be symbolism, for the badge seemed to symbolize the hope for a better future.
The second stanza
The author has used the element " Free verse " as i feel that only with free verse he can truly elaborate the fun they had when being interrupted while singing the national anthem.
The third stanza
The author is trying to tell us that on Wednesday, he probably has Physical Education or Sports so his shoes would be soiled and black. However, he seems to enjoy this day as he did not point out any hint of regret or disappointment.
The fourth stanza
The author admires the scouts, not for their will or determination to help others, but for their strong thighs and muscles. This is something quite amusing to me. However, he seems to dislike the scouts a little as he used the phrase " must admit " which told us that he was rather unwilling to say this.
The fifth stanza
I think the author is rather envious that his other schoolmates have chauffeurs to pick them up after school. However, we could see that the chauffeurs at that time were rather free and had nothing much to do as they were tellling jokes to each other while waiting for the children.
The sixth stanzaThe author must have enjoyed Chinese New Year very much at that time but however, I feel that he was also trying to tell us how funny it was as Mrs Lee dressed up in a Malay costume and sang a Malay song during Chinese New Year.
The seventh stanza
The author seemed to enjoy exams but because he could do well and score, but because he could see the amusing acts that his classmates would do when they did not know the answer.
The eight stanza
I feel that the author had an intention of revealing that he was wheelchair bound only when the poem was about to end. However, despite of this, i feel that he still enjoyed Secondary school very much as he was able to give a big grin for the annual yearbook.
Thank you for reading my post.
Hope for the future
The future is hope
Or something
At times black crows try to interrupt
When we sing the National Anthem
It is difficult to maintain
The whiteness of my shoes
Especially on Wednesdays
I must admit there is something quite special
About the bare thighs of hardworking scouts
The Malay chauffeurs
Who wait for my schoolmates
Sit on the car park kerb
Telling jokes to one another
Seven to the power of five is unreasonable
On Chinese New Year
Mrs Lee dressed up
In a sarong kebaya
And sang Bengawan Solo
The capital of Singapore is Singapore
My best friend did a heroic thing once
Shaded all A’s
For his Chinese Language
Multiple-choice paper
In our annual yearbook
There is a photograph of me
Pushing a wheelchair and smiling
They caught me
At the exact moment
When my eyes were actually closed
____________________________________________________________________
The first stanza
I feel that the author uses a little bit of rhythm so as to stress out the importance of his badge that he obtained. I feel that the author does not fully understand the symbolism of his badge as he mentioned in the last sentence " or something " even though he has already passed secondary school. Another element the author used would be symbolism, for the badge seemed to symbolize the hope for a better future.
The second stanza
The author has used the element " Free verse " as i feel that only with free verse he can truly elaborate the fun they had when being interrupted while singing the national anthem.
The third stanza
The author is trying to tell us that on Wednesday, he probably has Physical Education or Sports so his shoes would be soiled and black. However, he seems to enjoy this day as he did not point out any hint of regret or disappointment.
The fourth stanza
The author admires the scouts, not for their will or determination to help others, but for their strong thighs and muscles. This is something quite amusing to me. However, he seems to dislike the scouts a little as he used the phrase " must admit " which told us that he was rather unwilling to say this.
The fifth stanza
I think the author is rather envious that his other schoolmates have chauffeurs to pick them up after school. However, we could see that the chauffeurs at that time were rather free and had nothing much to do as they were tellling jokes to each other while waiting for the children.
The sixth stanzaThe author must have enjoyed Chinese New Year very much at that time but however, I feel that he was also trying to tell us how funny it was as Mrs Lee dressed up in a Malay costume and sang a Malay song during Chinese New Year.
The seventh stanza
The author seemed to enjoy exams but because he could do well and score, but because he could see the amusing acts that his classmates would do when they did not know the answer.
The eight stanza
I feel that the author had an intention of revealing that he was wheelchair bound only when the poem was about to end. However, despite of this, i feel that he still enjoyed Secondary school very much as he was able to give a big grin for the annual yearbook.
Thank you for reading my post.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Innova JC starts silat lessons to help foster racial harmony
" A junior college has become the first in Singapore to use the Malay art of self defence, Silat, during Physical Education lessons.
Innova Junior College sees this as a way to foster racial harmony. " - Channel NewsAsia
Innova JC has found a new way to foster racial harmony, and that is by using the Malay art of self defence, Silat, during Physical Education lessons. Silat was introduced as a compulsory sport of the Mixed Martial Arts Programme for PE lessons. About 95 students of various races from five classes are part of it. Apart from Silat, Wushu was also included in the 10-week programme.
I feel that this is an innovative yet effective way of inculcating the importance of racial harmony into the students' minds. If they just teach the students the importance of racial harmony verbally, most of the teachers' words will soon be forgotten after a while. Many students will not be paying attention to them in the first place as well. However, this method engages the students' interest and attention, yet at the same time fosters racial harmony into their minds. It thus successfully teaches the students the importance of racial harmony. At the same time, students will also be able to have fun. Hence, I feel that this method by Innova Junior College is very interesting and effective.
Thank you for reading my post.
Innova Junior College sees this as a way to foster racial harmony. " - Channel NewsAsia
Innova JC has found a new way to foster racial harmony, and that is by using the Malay art of self defence, Silat, during Physical Education lessons. Silat was introduced as a compulsory sport of the Mixed Martial Arts Programme for PE lessons. About 95 students of various races from five classes are part of it. Apart from Silat, Wushu was also included in the 10-week programme.
I feel that this is an innovative yet effective way of inculcating the importance of racial harmony into the students' minds. If they just teach the students the importance of racial harmony verbally, most of the teachers' words will soon be forgotten after a while. Many students will not be paying attention to them in the first place as well. However, this method engages the students' interest and attention, yet at the same time fosters racial harmony into their minds. It thus successfully teaches the students the importance of racial harmony. At the same time, students will also be able to have fun. Hence, I feel that this method by Innova Junior College is very interesting and effective.
Thank you for reading my post.
Boy cladded in bermudas, T-shirt and flip flops runs 13 km with the runners carrying the YOG torch
In yesterday's papers, it was reported that a young boy of merely age 12 ran with the torch runners just to take photographs of the torch. He was described to be a Youth Olympic Games fanatic, and despite the mud and his undesirable "running shoes", he persisted and completed a total of 13 kilometers. At the end of the relay, the runners let the boy hold the substitute torch and he was really glad to do so.
I was moved by his pure interest in the Youth Olympic Games and his perseverance. Despite wearing flip-flops and having to run in the muddy water along the pavement, he did not stop and survived till the end. At first, the reporters did not notice him. However, as the crowd differed when the runners passed by different locations, they noticed the same boy appearing in the crowd and soon started to focus on him. They found out that he has been following the runners ever since the torch was passed at a primary school. At the end of the relay, he was drenched in sweat and perspiration, but there was a proud grin on his face.
Even though I am moved by his perseverance, I feel that he should have been better well equipped. 13 kilometers is not a short distance, and by running in his slippers it would have hurt his toes badly. He should have wore running shoes the least to protect his feet against the constant running.
Thank you for reading my post.
I was moved by his pure interest in the Youth Olympic Games and his perseverance. Despite wearing flip-flops and having to run in the muddy water along the pavement, he did not stop and survived till the end. At first, the reporters did not notice him. However, as the crowd differed when the runners passed by different locations, they noticed the same boy appearing in the crowd and soon started to focus on him. They found out that he has been following the runners ever since the torch was passed at a primary school. At the end of the relay, he was drenched in sweat and perspiration, but there was a proud grin on his face.
Even though I am moved by his perseverance, I feel that he should have been better well equipped. 13 kilometers is not a short distance, and by running in his slippers it would have hurt his toes badly. He should have wore running shoes the least to protect his feet against the constant running.
Thank you for reading my post.
SMRT to add over 300 more train trips for YOG opening, closing ceremonies
"SMRT says it will add over 300 more train trips on August 14 and 26 - the opening and closing ceremonies of the Youth Olympic Games - to bring spectators and participants home after the events." - Channel News Asia
I feel that it is really considerate of SMRT to do so. Many of the events end really late at night and many people cannot afford to be taking the taxi or cab all the time. Adding hundreds of train trips will definitely help in bringing the spectators and participants home after the events.
Many of the spectators are also foreigners who make a trip to Singapore specially for supporting their family and friends in the Youth Olympic Games. The opening an closing ceremonies are usually the events that most people will attend, and thus I also feel that it is a smart choice of SMRT to increase the number of train trips during those two events. Likewise, I also hope SBS buses will do the same as some people may not have MRT access at their homes and might need buses to reach home.
Thank you for reading my post.
I feel that it is really considerate of SMRT to do so. Many of the events end really late at night and many people cannot afford to be taking the taxi or cab all the time. Adding hundreds of train trips will definitely help in bringing the spectators and participants home after the events.
Many of the spectators are also foreigners who make a trip to Singapore specially for supporting their family and friends in the Youth Olympic Games. The opening an closing ceremonies are usually the events that most people will attend, and thus I also feel that it is a smart choice of SMRT to increase the number of train trips during those two events. Likewise, I also hope SBS buses will do the same as some people may not have MRT access at their homes and might need buses to reach home.
Thank you for reading my post.
Youth Olympic Games
Just yesterday, I witnessed the Youth Olympic Games torch relay in Hwa Chong. Today, I shall be talking about my feelings during that time.
At first, it was rather boring as we had to wait really long for the torch to arrive. However, I was excited as I have never seen an olympic torch up close before. After what seemed like eternity, the torch finally arrived. It was carried by one of the runners together with others and they ran up to the clock tower, down the slope, to the Junior College section and finally back to Gate 3. Among the runners were national basketball players Russell and Jabez. As my CCA is basketball, I really hope to be able to be like them one day.
As for my opinions on the Youth Olympic Games, I feel that Singapore is really lucky to be the country to host the very first Youth Olympic Games. This will definitely boost Singapore's popularity and increase the number of tourists. However, I also feel that the Youth Olympic Games will most probably not be as popular as the actual Olympic Games. Nevertheless, it is still a good chance for us to go down there and support our country!
Thank you for reading my post.
At first, it was rather boring as we had to wait really long for the torch to arrive. However, I was excited as I have never seen an olympic torch up close before. After what seemed like eternity, the torch finally arrived. It was carried by one of the runners together with others and they ran up to the clock tower, down the slope, to the Junior College section and finally back to Gate 3. Among the runners were national basketball players Russell and Jabez. As my CCA is basketball, I really hope to be able to be like them one day.
As for my opinions on the Youth Olympic Games, I feel that Singapore is really lucky to be the country to host the very first Youth Olympic Games. This will definitely boost Singapore's popularity and increase the number of tourists. However, I also feel that the Youth Olympic Games will most probably not be as popular as the actual Olympic Games. Nevertheless, it is still a good chance for us to go down there and support our country!
Thank you for reading my post.
Flooding in Orchard Road
As you all know, there was a flooding at Orchard Road a few weeks ago. Today, I am going to talk about what happened.
Around a month ago, there was a huge rain at the Bukit Timah area which was followed by a flooding. Buses stopped operating and many were stranded there. There were floods at many places, such as Orchard Road and even our very own Hwa Chong.
However, I read on the newspaper that some of the electronic shops were also victims of the flood. Electronics such as iPhones, cameras and video cameras floated on the water. They reported that some people even went to dive into the water just to get those appliances for free.
This act intrigued me. I can't believe that people in our society will do such a thing as it is rather unethical and embarrassing. Furthermore, after those electric appliances have been in contact with the water, they might not work at all. Thus, I was utterly shocked when I learnt that there were such acts by some people.
As for those people who were stranded there, I sympathize with them. I feel really sorry for them and I saw that many had to be stranded there for at least an hour on the news. They must have missed some things on their schedule.
Thank you for reading my post.
Around a month ago, there was a huge rain at the Bukit Timah area which was followed by a flooding. Buses stopped operating and many were stranded there. There were floods at many places, such as Orchard Road and even our very own Hwa Chong.
However, I read on the newspaper that some of the electronic shops were also victims of the flood. Electronics such as iPhones, cameras and video cameras floated on the water. They reported that some people even went to dive into the water just to get those appliances for free.
This act intrigued me. I can't believe that people in our society will do such a thing as it is rather unethical and embarrassing. Furthermore, after those electric appliances have been in contact with the water, they might not work at all. Thus, I was utterly shocked when I learnt that there were such acts by some people.
As for those people who were stranded there, I sympathize with them. I feel really sorry for them and I saw that many had to be stranded there for at least an hour on the news. They must have missed some things on their schedule.
Thank you for reading my post.
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