just moved into the boarding school yest, this building was built for a motel/inn at first, so it's quite fine. from what i heard, there are very few local students here as it is afterall, an international college. most of the students here are asians, and mostly chinese, judging from the looks of it, so my chinese will probably improve lol -_-" anw the whole of next week will be orientation and lessons will start proper on 21 aug.

right now i'm the only one in my room, as my roommates have not arrived yet. so i think this will be my second night alone, there's so little yang qi here =( my parents have checked into an inn near the hostel and they're leaving canada on mon. by right, i should be fine with this. after all, i'm accustomed to solitude? since being the only child, i've been trained to be alone but not lonely. but sadly, i do feel lonely. back home, whenever i was alone and lonely, i just had to go online and my friends would be there, just a click away, and i know they're always near, as i'll probably see them in school the next day or sth. but it's so different here.. it's so hard to even find access to the internet and also, the different time zones. but i know, like stars, friends will always be there, right? haha.

well at least i have my pillow! yup finally bought a pillow XD yay!

(i have very limited internet access and very poor connection these few days. so if i suddenly vanish when i'm online, it probably means i've mean disconnected and can't reconnect lol. very sorry!)


CULTURE SHOCK - a state of bewilderment and distress experienced by an individual who is exposed to a new, strange or foreign culture.

Stages in the cycle of cross-cultural adaptation:

1. The initial period is one in which everything is new, exciting and interesting. It is fun to explore the new environment.
2. After some time you may find diffculties in adjusting to the new culture more evident and stressful. You may miss certain foods and things you have at home that are not available to you now. Many students feel isolated, irritated, bewildered, depressed or uncomfortable.
3. It is common that individuals who move to a new and different culture come to a point where they reject the people of that country and withdraw into themselves.
4. When a better understanding of the host culture is acquired, you will begin to feel more comfortable in your environment.
5. At this point you are able to interact effectively in the new cultural environment. You find it esay to move between the two cultures.

doing eom. bleahx.

just wanna say something. isnt it quite scary to see people mugging now (ok i know promos is like 7 weeks away. there isnt much time. time is running out.yes. i know) but i still think it is too early to start now. ok maybe this is not the usual me to start so early but i feel like im missing out something if i dont get started. hmm anyway according to my plan i hope to start in time which is after 3 more weeks. 1 month before promos. cant be bothered to flip open a book or tut to study now.

jiayou! yay. i know i can do it. just work the normal way. start slow and steady. dont worry. hehx.

due to some requests, i'm here to blog!

dunno what to say, since i've just emailed practically everyone about how i'm doing over here in CANADA, maple country =D where it is littered with subways, pizza huts, starbucks. i miss yong tau foo and wanton mee lol.

but anyway, i miss you all more. i'm settling down well though, so don't worry.

Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetime, is certain for those who are friends. - Richard Bach

You Are Bert

Extremely serious and a little eccentric, people find you loveable - even if you don't love them! You are usually feeling: Logical - you rarely let your emotions rule you You are famous for: Being smart, a total neat freak, and maybe just a little evil How you life your life: With passion, even if your odd passions (like bottle caps and pigeons) are baffling to others

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oh my goodness i think this is so true! ahaha joanne ko dont you agree about the "a little evil part"

You Are Japanese Food

Strange yet delicious.Contrary to popular belief, you're not always eaten raw.

What'>http://www.blogthings.com/whatkindoffoodareyouquiz/">What Kind of Food Are You?

You Are a Warrior Soul

You're a strong person and sometimes seen as intimidating.You don't give up. You're committed and brave.Truly adventuresome, you are not afraid of going to battle.Extremely protective of loved ones, you root for the underdog. You are picky about details and rigorous in your methods.You also value honesty and fairness a great deal.You can be outspoken, intimidating, headstrong, and demanding.You're a hardliner who demands the best from themselves and others. Souls you are most compatible with: Old Soul and Peacemaker Soul

What Kind of Soul Are You?

the day is drawing near.. and i've withdrawn. yes dropout.

well just something random i found at hc's blog.

You Are a Prophet Soul



You are a gentle soul, with good intentions toward everyone.Selfless and kind, you have great faith in people.Sometimes this faith can lead to disappoinment in the long run.No matter what, you deal with everything in a calm and balanced way.
You are a good interpreter, very sensitive, intuitive, caring, and gentle.Concerned about the world, you are good at predicting people's feelings.A seeker of wisdom, you are a life long learner looking for purpose and meaning.You are a great thinker and communicator, but not necessarily a doer.
Souls you are most compatible with: Bright Star Soul and Dreaming Soul
What Kind of Soul Are You?

Whee! Sminty here

I haven't blogged here in a long long time! But anyways wheres mich steph yingjie hx cherylim yt liangyan and all the boos??? Liang is flying off soon... This Sunday to be exact.. are we gonna go and see her off? and also we have an outing this friday.. night.. you all free? around 7pm bah I think. At marina bay? Shall we go eat steamboat and fly kites (at night HAHA)... or anything you all suggest.. time can be changed but looks like only friday is possible.. for us lah.

how were your jcts? mine sucked like hell..

had phy spa skill C and D on friday. i think i kinda messed it up abit again i just hope that i can a reasonable level even tho i know i cant get level 8 ): seriously i hate SPA and it takes up 20% of A levels sommore. why do i have to make silly mistakes at this kinda major exams?! same goes for chem hai. poor me. hope that there can be moderation always to help pple like me.

hope that things can change for the better for every next spa. YES. chem and physics rocks man! haveta get it! yes just get the A.

please just kill me and dont let me suffer.

4x4 heats today, and i ran. we didn't qualify. it was fine when sheila and xuelin ran and when the baton got to me, i screwed everything up. 30(?)m lead when i received the baton, and it became 0m lead at the end of my round. great, what's wrong with me?! i can finish 3k, yet i can't even run 400m properly. and snow cried after that race. haiz. we hoped to qualify so badly, being able to contribute just 1 point.. at least 1 point will be such a glory.. .. ..

our own disappointment was offset by the boys' race in the afternoon. WE QUALIFIED after a tough race! yes =D feel so happy for them. hope they'll do even better on the final day!