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2006-12-05T17:08:00.000+08:00

Hi all..
just yo let you know that i have moved.. lol.. not in terms of where i am staying butmore of my blog..
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http://elmoho83.spaces.live.com

Life after Exams...

2006-11-10T14:01:00.000+08:00

Halor!!
Am back form the hactic exams.. Really stressed out ever since my test period. Den it was the stupid project that i have to do, considering only 2 members that are truely doing the project.. mine.. that was terrible lah.. but the project was fun, resulting that i manage to get a credit for it.. i know i sould have tried harder. My dear sis would kill me i know.. but i tried..
That aside, then it was the exams. Studied like mad.. Now having to suffer Jet
Lag.. lol.. But i enjoyed the long hactic studying hours, all thanks to my friends that acompanied mi. Really happy that the exams are over. Now i can make plans for other things like Work, Play and of cos, making time for my friends.. And rach, hearing that you are coming back to singapore, i can't wait to see you.. Yeah.. Suz.. hehe.. i can go outing with you again.. but i have to save a lot of money too.. planning to go on a trip to malaysia soon. Wow.. there are so many things i have to do.. mind.. seems endless if i have to draw out a plan.. anyway, this tme, i have the time to do it.. Like plan for Creativedge.. like what am i going to do, how to better the thing here.. but i know i don't call the shot lah.. but i'll take a step at a time.. Queenin and keita.. i can make plan for you two too.. lol..
Omg.. I think i am too overly happy..

Gerald Out!!!

Stressed out!!!

2006-10-13T15:41:00.000+08:00

Ah.. Just got home from school and I bought myself a packet of Nasi Lemak.
Really got back from a real fuck-up day. Sorry for the bad word but I do feel like that. My exams are like around the corner and yes, I am scared. Really afraid cos i hardly know wat I am learning.. i am so stressed out with studies, work and frenz.. Frenz? To be exact, I feeling really ignored by my classmates, how do i put it. Not popular, last priority, that kind of feel. You may say it ok as its can be what i feel only. But it isn't just for a short while kind. I feel it everytime. Sick and tried. No One there takes me seriously.
And now i am so stressed out with my studies.. I know nothing about my Accountings. Pretty shity in this subject. HOW? I still have my Econs and Marketing too. Guess i'll be dead by the end.

Singapore Idol Audtions (Boring)

2006-03-19T23:18:00.000+08:00

As for some of you all would have known that i joined Singapore Idol 2006. Honestly, it was really fun to experience everything.. From having to be brought from one place to another, cameras filming you, interviewing you.. everything.. when i was interviewed, i tried my best to relax.. thinking it was normal to have cameras filming, stars interviewing you.. In short, i was enjoying all that was thrown at mi..

Before i entered the audition room itself where the judges were, we contestants and their supporters were led to a holding room. More like the performance hall.. there were two spots at the corner of the hall where they were having the interviews of contestants. Like i said, i had my .. and guess wat, when i was told to sing my 2nd and 3rd song, i forgotten the title.. lol.. so embarrassing... anyway i did remember the title and i sung the song.. didn't really know how i sounded cos when i was singing the song, supporters could also listen in... as we are all the same hall.. there were claps.. i mean everyone there get their fair share of claps..

After the interview, we contestants were brought to the audtion holding room.. where we got more interviews.. ah... this time by Gumit Sing.. he was really a nice man.. at least when interviewed by him, i felt better though still excited with every thing..

Finally i get to go in.. in there the four judges were there... I sing my song after that, this is wat they say:-

Dick Lee - it seems like you have nothing to offer. The clothes you wearing is very dull looking..

Florence - I think you need a tan... You look very boring too.. Your singing make me want to sleep. like you are singing a lullaby to me..
I am like WAT? for all my frens, you know that it is hard for mi to geta tan.. Bitch you know.. At Least give more constructive feedbacks lah.. WAT the FUCK..

Jacintha - Overall you did ok.. but i think you can work on your appearance.. yes for mi..

Ken Lim - yah have to work your appearance.. cos i can't sense the idol presences. sorry and thank you..

so there my singapore idol journey for 2006 ended.. sad huh? Not that i didn't want to dress better, it was that the slip of paper i got on the first day wrote that i dress the same.. So you see.. mine.. But nvm.. i will work hard... after all a dream and an interest of mine..

Gerald Out..

Pig in the Year of Dog 2006

2005-12-19T15:37:00.000+08:00

Constellations (Stars)
Bing Fu(??), Xiong Shen( ??), Mo Yue(??).
Do not visit the sick and observe mourning. Health is unsatisfactory.

Disposition
The Pig is sociable and gets along well with others. They have a good creditability and can be trusted. Although hardworking, their patience level is limited. In nature, Pigs are intelligent but is a little lazy. They possess good analytical skills. Their goal is to enjoy life and freedom, therefore they try very hard to achieve as much as they can when they are young. When they reach middle age, they will reap results and enjoy life.
Being helpful is a virtue of the Pig, but friends take advantage and bully them. The Pig loves leisure life and most of them like liquor drinking. There is a saying that goes like this: few glasses of liquors are joyful, excessive will harm the body. Pay attention to the health!
They all have very good ambitions. Whether it is work or running a business, they would try their best to accomplish. No difficulties would stop them from their faith. They are optimistic and happy. As they have potential skills in literature and arts, they can further develop their career in these two areas. They are bad managers when it comes to finances.

Marriage
The Pig and the Rabbit is a perfect match as both are domestic animals. Rabbit is good natured. As both have no temper, they get along very well. The Pig and the Sheep match are also ideal as the Sheep will obey the Pig and they will lead a peaceful life. Avoid matches with the Snake because he/she will make the Pig a slave and that will end up with undesirable results.

Luck
Luck for those born in the year of Pig. It is difficult to succeed in career. Even if it is in a new trade, it is not ideal. Do not attend funerals and visit the sick. It will clash with the horoscope as it will inflict sickness and unexpected financial loss to oneself. Do not overwork and remember to maintain a good energetic condition. It is best to stay conservative for this year. Carry out more outdoor activities.

Career
Spring season seems to be the unfavorable for the Pig. They will meet villains and suffer a financial loss. Wealth is prosperous in Summer season. You should make a quick decision and execute the plans in order not to let a golden opportunity slip away. There is an arrival of the benefactor in Autumn season, it is extremely favorable for those who want a career change or a new business venture.

Fortune Luck
Money making luck is not very good. Do consider cautiously if you have a big business investment as you will need a steady fund. Avoid gambling. In Summer season, there is unexpected wealth (lucky draw,4D, Toto), you can place some bets on numbers relating to house, car license, telephone, etc.

Health
Health condition is not favorable. You must do more outdoor sports. Watch your food hygiene. Do not consume food which is not properly cooked. It is best not to travel to far for holiday or business. It is alright to make short trips, but do remember to bring along those necessary medications. Be extra careful in Spring season as it is easy to contract common sickness like flu, etc.

Romance
Romance is smooth for the Pig this year. Dealing disputes with care will lead to a harmonious relationship. Do not yield high expectations in your partner as nobody is perfect. Spend more quality time with the family. If you are still single and unattached, do not have to feel disappointed. Grab hold of the golden opportunity when the Peach Blossom Constellation appears in lunar calendar November.

Academic
The bad constellation will cause health destruction. Due to this, one must not forget to take care of the well being while studying hard. Should you fall ill, treat it immediately to avoid inconvenience to your year end examinations.
Ways to avoid disasters
Visit www.orientalfortune21.com to seek for answers or email Master Gwee @ orientalfortune21@yahoo.com.sg for guidance.

Auspicious Months
Lunar Calendar January, February and June
Inauspicious Months
Lunar Calendar April and July

Health Knowlegde 5

2005-11-17T08:19:00.000+08:00

This is interesting... I was at the market with my fren and came by this product called Centrum. I heard of it long time ago.. So my fren bought the product and I had the privilage to read the leaflet that was in the box.. This is so cool a product, given for its price... I am going to change my product of Vitamins to this brand.

Here is a list of what the product offers:
VITAMINS
-Thiamine(B1) For proper function of the heart, nervous system and muscles.
-Riboflavin(B2) For healthy skin, hair and nails.
-Niacinamide Helps maintain a healthy nervous systems and skin.
-Pyridoxine(B6) Maintains healthy skin and hormone balance. Many Women like to take it around the time of menstruation.
-Cobalamin(B12) Regulates healthy blood cells. Sometimes diffcult to obtain in the vegetarian diet.
-D Aids absorption od calcium from the diet. Aids use od potassium and phosphorus required for healthy bones. Maintenance of healthy bones and teeth especially in childhood.
-Biotin Plays a role in the metabolism of amino acids.
-Pantothenic acid Aids production of energy.
-A Helps maintain healthy skin, teeth, bones, hair , nails and vision,. Encoourages cell division for normal growth.
-Beta Carotene is converted by the body into vitamin A, as and when required. Beta carotene helps protect body celss from free radicals.
-C Maintenance of healthy skin, gums, bones, teeth and blood vessels. Helps absorption of iron from food. Assists in uptake of iron.
-E Helps protect the body's tissues and immune system against the demaging effects of free radicals.

MINERALS
-Calcium With phosphorus, maintains strong and healthy bones, nails and teeth.
- Iron Necessary for keeping blood healthy and for the production of red blood cells.
-Iodine Helps maintain a healthy body. Required for synthesis of the thyroid hormone which controls our metabolic rate.
-Phosphorus Present in bones as a calcium salt.
-Magnesium Plays a role in skeleton development. Maintains healthy nerve and muscle membranes.
-Zine Present in all body tissues. plays a role in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, energy and lipids. Helps maintain healthy teeth, bones and skin.

The thing is that i was pretty drawn to the fact the the supplements actually provide a complete, full bodily protection for the immue system... helping you look and feel great and ready everyday.

I don't know if you agree with me anot.. but I am going to try out the product, once I have finish my Vitamin C supplements.
Gerald Out!!

Health Knowledge 4

2005-11-04T11:26:00.000+08:00

U Hoo!!! It is time for health knowledge time....

Vitamins
Supplement
Folic Acid

What is it?
B vitamins found in green leafy vegetables, citrus juices and fortified grains.

Why we need it?
It helps to lower homocysteine, which can contribute to cancer, heart disease, strokes and dementia; helps maintain blood pressure; supports healthy moods.

Recommended dose
400 to 1000 mcg daily(should always be given with vitamin b12).

Mineral
Supplement
Magnesium

What it is?
An essential mineral found in whole grain, nuts and leafy green vegetables.

Why we need it?
It can increase resistance to stress; lower high blood pressure; stabilizes heart rhythm; treats diabetes; maintain normal cardiovascular functions.

Recommended dose
300 to 400 mcg daily

Herbs
Supplement
Ashwagandha

What it is?
An adaptogenic herb from India, sometimes called Indian ginseng.

Why we need it?
It is used as a general tonic to retard the effects of aging; increases resistance to stress, infections and cancer; alleviates insomnia; increase libido; improves fertility; and enhances performance.

Recommended Dose
1 to 6 gm daily of the powdered root, or 100 to 200 mg of a standardized extract twice daily.

Time For TEA Know it.....

2005-10-21T08:38:00.000+08:00

HA! Why all the sudden the Tea thingy? Well as I was having my lunch at the canteen in MHA, yesterday, I came across this booth that was set up at the coner.

Information from Dr Stuart's Botanical Teas Brochure....

"Teas are the gentle, natural, most benefical way to absorb the healing properties of herbs - easily and inexpensively. A simple cup of tea not only has the power to soothe and relax but to deliver healing herbal agents to the bloodstream more quicky than capsules, tinctures, or onfusions... Hot or iced, these pure and simple drinks offer delicious ways to stay healthy and revitalize you from the inside out."

Here are some of the Tea Flavous and their healing properties...

Chamomile (Relaxing Tea)
-Soothing, Unwinding
-Lulls you to Rest naturally
-Relief Insomnia, Anxiety
-Muscles Relaxing, Eases muscle strain and aches

Peppermint (Calming Tea)
-Helps to calm the nerves
-Relief Tension, Anxiety, Periods
-Relief Indigestion, stomach Colic

Echinacea (Immunity Tea)
-Help body Rid of Infections
-Prevents/Reief Cold, Flu, Sinus, Inflammation
-Improves immunity against Infections
-Cleanses and strengthen body

Tranquility Tea
-Improves mind ability to concentrate in soothing way, clears the mind
-Reduces Blood Circulation System Tonic
-Heart and Blood Circulation System Tonic
-Reduced water retention in body

Valarian (Anti-stress Tea)
-Relaxing the mind and body
-Relief tension, Anxiety, Insomnia
-Brings Natural healing sleep
-Relief cramps and pain of periods
-Helps in migrain and joints/muscles pain

Cranberry & Raspberry (Cleansing Tea)
-Strengthen lower body
-Easing of mouth problems like ulcers, bleeding gums and sore throat
-Cleanses kidney and bladder
-Tones the tissue of lower body, tradition of use in pregnancy

Hope that these Tea Info do enlighten you on the teas that would help you, just as much it did for me... except the tea that helps in pregnancy...lol.. Ok!! This is Gerald signing out.. will see you soon wif more updates... Gerald Out!!!

Health Knowlegde 3

2005-10-18T08:29:00.000+08:00

WOoo!! I have been overseas during the weekend... Was in Genting Highlands.. Wow!!! The place was so beautiful... Well,well, Welll... Eoungh of the trip stuff. Will post it later...

Now.. I have to do my duty in updating the facts to you, after all this is my health bulletin for you(readers), a little edge when you are reading my blog... So Here is Health Knowledge 3>>

Vitamins
Supplement
Vitamin D3

What is it?
A natural form of Vitamin D that is synthesized in the skin and found in eggs, fatty fish and fish liver.

Why we need it?
It has been shown to prevent and treat prostate cancer; helps maintain normal immune function; helps maintain healthly bones.

Recommended Dose
400 to 1000 IU Daily

Minerals
Supplement
Selenium

What is it?
A trace element found in muscle and organ meats, seafood, garlic, nutritional yeast and nuts (especially Brazil nuts).

Why we need it?
It may decrease risk of prostate cancer; enhances overall immunity and improves resistance to viral infections; helps maintain normal cardio-vascular function.

Recommended Dose
200 to 400 mcg daily

Herbs
Supplement
Maca

What is it?
A relative of the radish family that is cultivated as a traditional food in the Andes mountains.

Why we need it?
It is used to enhance overall stamina, improve erectile disorders and low libido, and increase athletic preformance and cognitive function.

Recommended Dose
1.5 to 6 gm per day of organic powder.

Health Knowledge 2

2005-10-05T17:53:00.000+08:00

Great having to post another blog on health knowledge... So heres another health posting... hope the previous gave you better understanding of the supplements that do us very good...

Vitamin
Supplement
Vitamin E

What it is?
A family of fat-soluble antioxidants (tocopherols and tocotrienols) found in vegetable oils, nuts whole grains and green leafy vegetable.

Why we need it?
It neutralizes harmful free radicals involved in cardiovascular disease cancer, Alzheimer's disease and cataracts; helps maintain prostate health; improves overall immune function.

Recommended Dose
200 to 400 IU of natural d-alpha-tocopherol combined with 200 to 400 mg of gamma-tocopherol.

Minerals
Supplement
Copper

What is it?
An essantial mineral found in poultry, lamb, fish, oysters, legumes, nuts, apricots and hard cheeses.

Why we need it?
Chronic gastrointestinal disorders (chronic diarrhea, celiac disease, etc.), and long-term use of zinc supplements or antacides can all interfere with copper absorption. Copper deficiency can lead to high cholesterol, fatigue, impaired wound healing ang decreased resistance to infection.

Recommended Dose
1 to 4 mg daily

Herbs
Supplement
Saw Palmetto

What it is?
Extract from a dwarf palm tree that grows in coastal regions of the Southeastern United States.

Why we need it?
It helps prevent and treat benign prostatic hyperplasia(BPH); it may enhance libido, improve sexual vigor and stimulate hair growth.

Recommended Dose
160 to 320 mg daily of a liposterolic extract standardized to contain 80% to 85% fatty acids.

Other Nutrients
Supplement
Carnitine

What is it?
An amino-acid derivative concertrated in heart and skeletal muscles, but found in every cell in the body.

Why do we need it?
It lowers triglycerides and increases protection HDL ("good") cholesterol; helps maintain fertility; help treat and prevent heart disease and peripheral arterial disease; higher doses may improve metabolism and help burn fat.

Recommended Dose
1000 to 4000 mg daily

Intro Music [Kim Bum Soo - Boh Goh Ship Dah (music from Stairway to Heaven, Korean Serial]

2005-10-04T15:03:00.000+08:00

Intro intro a new song to you.. This song is really catching onto me... After watching this Korean Serial on TV, I fell in loved with this song.. So touching... Alemah...
Sorry that i can't find a link for the music part...or else you can sample the song itself... but here are the lyrics to the song....

KimBumSoo - Boh Goh Ship Dah

(stanza)
Amoori kidaryuhdo nan motka
Babochuhrum oolko inneun (nun)nuh-yi kyuhte
Sangchuhman jooneun nareul weh moreuko kidarini
Tuhnakaran marya

(refrain 1)
Bogoshipda, bogoshipda
Irun nega miwuhjil mankeum
Oolgoshipda, nege mooreup koolko
Modoo uhptun iri dwel soo itdamyun

(chorus)
Michil deus saranghetun ki-uhgi
Choo-uhkdeuri nuhreul chatko itjiman
Duh isang sarang-iran byunmyung eh
Nuhreul kadool soo uhpsuh.
Iruhmyun andwejiman.
Joogeul mankeum bogoshipda.

(instrumental)
(refrain 2)
Bogoshipda, bogoshipda
Irun nega miwuhjil mankeum
Mitkoshipda, orheun kirirago.
Nuhreul wihe duhnayaman handago.

(repeat chorus)
Joogeul mankeum mitkoshipda.

Well if you want to look for more lyrics, here is the website, http://www.kumanta.com/?p=show&id=5878
Enjoy the song....

Health Knowledge 1

2005-10-03T17:50:00.000+08:00

Heloo there...
Hope this come useful to you as to me. Every week or so i'll find some health tips to share with you.
As for this weeks' topic, it is on supplements.
The below are extracts from 'Let's Live's', June 05 magazine.

Vitamins
Supplement
Vitamin C

What it is?
A potent antioxidant found in most fruits and vegetables.

Why we need it?
It works synergistically with quercetin and other bioflavonoids to improve the health of connective tissues, blood vessels and bone; neutralizes free
redicals, which helps prevent cancer and heart disease; is required for the synthesis of carnitine; help prevent viral infections.

Recommended Dose
200 to 2000 mg per day in divided doses (take in conjunction with quercetin).

Minerals
Supplement
Zinc

What it is?
An essential mineral found in shellfish, red meat, eggs, nuts, and legumes.

Why we need it?
It can maintain healthy prostate and reproductive function; may enhance athletic performance and stamina; improves immune functions and wound healing;
helps prevent and treat age-related macular degeneration.

Recommended Dose
25 to 75 mg daily taken with food.

EFAS
Supplement
Fish Oil

What it is?
A combination of polyunsaturated fats from cold-water fish (salmon, cod, tuna)

Why we need it?
Fish oil may help prevent prstate disorders and some types of cancer; lower blood pressure and triglycerides; thin the blood and normalize heart rhythm, which helps prevent heart attacks and strokes; decrease inflammation in the body, which may help treat allergies and autoimmune disorders, and prevent Alzheimer's disease.

Recommended Dose
500 to 1500 mg of EPA and 300 to 1200 mg of DHA per day.

Herbs
Supplement
Garlic

What it is?
An aged or freeze-dried plant extract.

Why we need it?
It may help prevent cancer of the prostate, colon and stomach; lowers blood pressure and cholesterol; has blood-thinning effects that help prevent heart attacks; helps maintain healthy balance of intestinal bacteria.

Recommended Dose
1 to 6 mg per day of garlic extract; 500 to 1500 mg of freeze-dried powder.

A Song to recommend. Believe me!!

2005-07-28T00:11:00.000+08:00

Yo! A short review... Listen to the song I attached to this Blog of mine...... Nice Rite? Remember? I 've fallen over head over toes over her voice before.. And now again I had the some feeling.. With her current released of her new album, Corrinne May really captivated my heart.. Voice of an Angel, as some will say. To me, her voice is a voice so close to my heart.. Rach!!!! I really hope you can hear her new album.. I bet you, You too will love the songs.. By the way, if anyone wants to feel what i just felt, go to this website: http://www.corrinnemay.com/
This time, I am going to spend my money for such GOOD piece of work. Cos the last time i have her previous album downloaded..
~~WATCHOUT FOR THE NEXT MUSIC REVIEW~~COS IT TIME FOR CORRINNE MAY~~

Lotus Soup

2005-03-03T15:59:00.000+08:00

Goofy you,
Wow!! It feels so good to have sometime to myself in the office.. Currently there isn't any work to do. I have finished updating some database and just came back from a lunch that would jeoperdise my trip home too.. AHyah.. should have stayed indoors since it was raining and eat cheaper food.. Now i am broke, no money at hand. REALLY!!! only enough to go home i think.. I personally don't like to borrow cos i believe that or maybe i am too caution of what others would think of me.. therefore i have to be sensitive to the feeling of other.. I too believe the money is hard to earn. i dream of soo many things i want in life... Ahyo!! Better not get too mushy...

Anyway I am also here to 'update' my soupy section, the section of which I love to share it with the rest..

Today's Topic is: Kama(What goes around comes around...) therefore be mindful

Kama is something that we all seem to take for granted. Many of us.. of cos..including myself. See somehow we got to understand that in the world we live in, are inter-link or somehow or rather interdependant world. Where when you do something, it will cause changes to another, then back to you somehow. An example will be the ecosystem. Just like the current situation we are in now, the Haze. What cause the haze? You, me? Yea! Can be... If I am a inconsiderate smoker who throws his cigrate out onto a opened, dry, bare-naked field. Thus causing a huge fire that would burn it's way thur anything. Producing lots of smoke. Causing a change in ecosystem. Now you and me have to suffer the outcome of the thick cloud outside. In other words, that smoker was not mindful of his actions, consquences is that we all have to faced.

Here i would like to also stress the importance that we all be mindful. It is a very general word.. Big in understanding and in applying it. The think is that we have to think befroe we act. Process a logoical path of how we can go about doing our stuff. Like the smoker, if he would to think more about throwing the butt out into the field, the fire may not even happened. He might extinguish and disposed the butt into the nearby bin.
Simple thing are not to take for granted..

I'll will be getting more infomation on how we can carry out, pracitse being mindful. And publish it here for u all to read of share...lol...Gerald Out!!