Road Run 2013

Well done to everyone who completed the 3km racecourse at Marina Barrage! And great job to the people in Top 20, especially the canoeists and TWO-OH-ONE peeps!!

Jinwen was 2nd, Xuan Rong aka Demon 8th (Praveen aka Vijaykumaran as well isn't it sweet??), Wangwei 16th (I'm so proud of you GURL you are both a canoeist and oh-one-er and I love you for the day) and for Siyang aka flatypus I forgot (sorry sorry but good job bossu). THE CRAZY RUNNERS FROM 201 :D

And for the canoeists, there are a whole lot of you. I'm really really proud of all of you and I saw some of you running and I screamed your name like hell (I hope you girls heard it). Like Choowei, Ruiting, Yingrui, Christine aka Aunty Christy, Jamie and Rachel. I was screaming at all of you and all of you were in top 20 so all the screaming paid off. 

And for the guys, I only know that Samuel was the 1st to come back among the SH guys so WELL DONE CAPTAIN. And thanks for all the encouragement when I was near the finishing line. You were the one screaming at me to JIAYOU and that gave me the final boost. Thanks so much and I really appreciate it. 

And well done to all the guys (JH and SH) for doing well in the 4km. If I'm not wrong Sean and Ronnie are one of the guys in top 20. But I'm sure there are loads more. Proud to be a canoeist :)

And for the SH girls, all I can say is OMG. You girls did so well. Clarissa, Nanfeng, Celine, Adrienne, Marienne, Siong Yee, Madeline, Michelle, Tammy, Esther and some more I think. Well done to all and great job to the ones in top 20. 

Road Run made me realise that I can actually run 3km non-stop, but in school, since I'm on the track and only surrounded by a few people, I always walk during 2.4km. More people, nicer scenery and loads of encouragement from the roadside ushers gave me a whole lot of confidence. Also, canoeing made me not stop at all. I just can't bring myself to stop running or else I'll let down the entire team. 

While I'm disappointed to have let the team down by not getting into Top 20, at least I've learnt a lot. I'll train really hard so that I'll fight my way into the Top 20 next year. Even if it's against the older girls. I'll do my best in Nat schools and try to win a gold in any event. Best to be the Junior Women K2 with Wangwei so I can share our joy.

Every drop of blood, Heart and Soul, Go the Distance. I'm really proud of ALL OF YOU. <3

Captain or not?

Just received an SMS from Celeste that Jiawen will be taking our attendance and will be relaying announcements to all the JH2 girls. I guess she will be the canoeing captain of the C girls.

Don't get me wrong. Jiawen will be a great captain. She has great potential, in academics, sports and leadership. I'm happy for her. She deserves this totally. And I guess she's the best choice out of all of us.

I just wished that it was me. I know, I don't talk that much to the seniors, I didn't go down much during the holidays, but I really wanted to be the captain. Jiawen knows everyone really well, so it's expected that she will be captain.

I'm not up to it, I guess. I'm not sure if captains can change, but Jiawen is a good choice, and she won't falter or anything. I don't want her to falter either. I really love her as a friend. She's been really good to all of us.

Do I have the potential? I'm not as fast as Jiawen, I'm not as outspoken to people, but I can warm up to others once they warm up to me too. I never showed much of my personality to the seniors or teachers, in case they will hate me or something. Guess old things die hard. Just like how I was an outsider in primary school.

I believe I can do what Jiawen can do. She's good, and I'll go all the way too. She's older than me by a few days so I look up to her as my jiejie in a way :) I'm happy for you sis, but sometimes one can wish...

Heart and Soul, Go the Distance. I still love all of you <3

Taking a K (really)

I really enjoyed being with Wang Wei in the K2 Tiger, though I nearly swore in front of Rui Ting when she couldn't find our boat. Thought we were going to take JK2 again. I couldn't believe that it would be the third time both of us were let down (even though it wasn't out fault). First time, we were supposed to be in the K1 tigers, but it rained, so there. Second, there was a mix-up, and we ended up having 10 minutes in the JK2 and land. Luckily, there were more Tigers at upper shed, so we managed to paddle in it. Phew.

It was really stable without seats, though my butt and legs were cramping like hell after a couple of minutes. Just after one round around the bay, we were ready to put in the seats. Or we thought so.

At the pontoon, we were really shaky. Especially me. I kept leaning towards the left, and we capsized there and then. But we got back up pretty quickly with Wang Wei's advice for me. Thanks a million buddy. You kept me going, though I was shivering from both the coldness of the water and the fright.

We got back on again and I used my elbow to push us away from the pontoon. Wanted to thank Samuel for encouraging us but I was too scared to say a word. He told us that he was just as frightened when he got onto the K for the first time. That helped me a lot, though I'm not sure why. But I really appreciate it. Thanks Samuel!

So we paddled around the bay till about 5. (I'm sorry that this sounds boring but I just wanted to blog. Sort of like a boring diary. Sorry again.) We capsized in the bay too, and here, I want to thank Mr. Yong/Mr. Ong (I'm sorry but I don't know your name) for asking us if we were alright. Gave me a boost in confidence too.

We went out to the lanes and needless to say, we capsized. But I feel that we have improved a lot. Plus, Wang Wei and I always paddle together, so we coordinated pretty well. I'm glad for that fact. I enjoy being in front more than at the back, but if Wang Wei wants to control the rudder, I'm totally fine with that. So long we are together, I'm HAPPY.

Great training! Thanks to the planning committee for letting us paddle in the racing boats! I love the K2 tiger so much! Hopefully, Wang Wei and I can paddle in the tiger during National Schools and be the champions, just like how David and Shaun did. Really look up to the fact that they beat all odds, considering that the K2 Tiger is the heaviest and slowest of the K2s.

Every Drop of Blood, Heart and Soul, Go the Distance. <3

One day. 

CNY

Today's the second day of CNY Snake Year. I was at my grandmother's house to welcome visitors, serve them food and drinks, clear up their mess, shift the chairs, and do my homework. Seriously? I know I'm in canoeing, I'm the second oldest, but doesn't mean I have to do ALL the manual work right? I have homework too, you know, yet all you guys do is to scream at me to serve her this, clean up that, shift the chairs, and ask me whether my homework is done or not. Don't you realise that I can't do all at one go? Obviously my homework isn't done yet, 'cause I'm rushing to finish all the errands I'm ordered to do. Be reasonable, for once.

Yesterday was the first day. I wore my GD One Of A Kind hoodie (it's black) and black-blue jeans. Unlucky huh? I was in a horrible mood the past week so I prefer to wear dark colours. I don't believe in unlucky or lucky colours, unlucky or lucky numbers, or whatever fortune telling stuff.

Numbers, colours or fortune tellers won't change our luck. Only your own choice does.

OK, I'm sorry, I've been in a really bad mood. This is one of my human moments, when I'm truly pissed.

The worst CNY ever.

Taking a K (almost)

I wished there wasn't any mixed-up or anything, or I would have taken the K2 tiger. I know, we ended up in the JK2 even though we were supposed to be on the racing boats, and of course, I was disappointed, or mad even. I want to be honest here. I just felt that there was unfair treatment. I mean, we went down for water during the holidays and we go for land, so why are we in the training boats while the others were all in the Ks? The mix up only affected us. But why? There was still a tiger in the upper shed, right? What's going on?

Yeah, I know we only paddled for fifteen minutes in the JK2, and since we've been doing that for so long, it didn't exactly make a difference, unless you count that our boat went really fast and nearly capsized (due to our anger). If we were in the K2, it would have mattered a lot.

Then, you. I won't mention you, and please, be glad for that. You were at upper shed, and you knew the line-up, so why did you question that we were in a JK2? You think that we are worse than you? Our technique sucks? The tone isn't right, you know. Accusatory. You're in the K. Good for you. We don't need extra sarcasm. Seriously, I don't know what your point is, be it good or bad, never mind. I won't hold it to you or anything. I just need to talk about this, then I'll forget and let it go.

Sorry that I'm being selfish. I just wanted to vent my feelings here, then I won't dwell on it any longer. After all, I'll have to be in a K sooner or later.

Alright. I don't wanna talk about this any longer. Just ignore my tone. Please, just don't judge me from here.

OH-ONE

This is the one of the happiest place I've been in. OH-ONE. Where I'm bundled with love, warmth and laughter every day. Everyone played a part in this. Let me list you out one by one. I'm posting this first, then I'll edit along the way. No worries, EVERYONE will be up here. Love y'all.

1. Angela/Angie - You're an endless source of energy, inspiration and laughter. Behind your happy exterior is an equally cheery interior. Thank you for showing me your big heart and loving side. The way you love animals is just like how a mother loves her children. Thank you for making me smile during all those dark times. And thank you for being there all this while. And thank you on behalf of Wang Wei. Thank you showering her with all your love, care and affection when I couldn't do anything. Love you Angie. <3

2. Wang Wei - Just like Angie, you're an endless source of energy. You are a loud person, yet so understanding within. I love you for that. Forever my favourite loudhailer babe. Thank you being there during term 2 last year, standing  by me during that unforgettable math class. You have seen every side of me, the happy and optimistic, emo and pmsing, angry and upset (and crying), truly hurt (crying), bad mood and pissed (hot and bothered), and my personal side. Thank you talking to me about everything in life that I couldn't talked with to anyone else. From family to friends to death and all. Thank you for being there, by my side, all these while. We've seen each other crying quietly before, and thank you for all the words of comfort. You may not show it to others, but I've already seen the soft side of you. You are one of the strongest and bravest person I've ever known (emotionally, mentally, socially, physically). Thank you for showing me that side of me, 'cause I never thought that someone like you could even exist. You're the world to me, you know. I would literally take a bullet for you. Thank you bringing the smile back on my face, getting me back on my feet, during all those times. Thank you for being my confidant all those times. My best mate, my confidant, my sis/bro, my teammate. Love you <3

3. Megan - Mommy! Your face just screams that word every time I see you. You can be like my grandmother, my mother, my naggy old aunty, but I still love you. Thank you for all those motherly affection though you're only a couple of days older than me! Thank you for all the advice, for seeing my crazy and hyper side, and loving me for that. Thank you for all the advice when I had my *ahem ahem* at USS. The teh tarik tasted great! And thanks for the panadol. Love you Grannny <3

4. Hui Qin/THQ/Pwiggy - MOMMY NUMBER 2! You're forever the cutest flying pwig EVER. Sorry 'bout the dialogue, OK? Just a joke mommy, why did you get so 紧张? Just a wedding friend. Be cool and chill, OK? I love you mommy <3

5. Claire/Miss Pedo - CLAIRE! My partner in crime! I love you Pedo!! Thank you for all the times you've helped me and brought a smile onto my face (which is everyday). And for reading and understanding my memos. GO CIEL! Love you loads baby <3

6. Jonina/Mizuki Klein - Les Miserables! Hahas loved boarding with you around :D. Singing AUF WIEDERSEHEN at the top of our voice! Love you Frau Klein <3

7. Xuan Rong/Demon - Demon Thong! I love you so so much... thank you for all the advice on  anything and everything during our time together. You are a demon, yet an angel at the same time. A demonic angel and angelic demon. I love you so much. Thank you for everything baby. Love you so much Daemon <3

8. Jolene/My sexy lady - Wifey! The fresh-faced beauty, full of innocence on the outside... but not on the inside hahahs! We're all so un-pure XD (maybe except me ;p )