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Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Feed 'em all..

Before every NDP Media Brief last year, MAJ Alan and myself would have this standard pep talk. I used to be Tamil Liaison then, whilst he was the Chairman for the Website Committee.

MAJ Alan: Karthik, you ready for the Media whores??
Me: Yepz.. Let's feed 'em all..

It was quite frankly, a case of limiting whatever information you give out during such press conferences. What's the fun of shooting it all out at one shot, and spoil the fun eh? Back then, I thought this was just a situation one would face with the media.

Funny how blogging has become a form of media. Maybe, it has always been one. I've been wanting to bring this up for awhile now, but at the rate this is going, now is the best time I put my foot down before it turns uglier. Not that I was enjoying the attention, but rather, I'd been too lazy to even blog about something like this. The magic of hall life, you just reach another level of utopia, till you come back home and are faced with what we term as reality. Liddat also reality. Tsk Tsk.Whatever it is, I am thrown with such people again and as a result, here's my food for you.

Simple, I have told many people, not to bring up stories of the past, or to be more exact, my ex-girlfriend. Whatever's happened, has happened. Don't come up to me asking me about my thoughts, my feelings, my predictions etc etc. I really never knew my relationship had reached 'Bennifer' levels, or maybe cause I have celebrity-like tendencies.

And to the few who have been speculating why I am still single, or for the matter, not seeing anyone at the moment. Not that I am still hung up over all this, but rather, like I mentioned earlier, I have become lazy for all this. Too lazy to play around, and I have other pressing matters to concentrate on. My friends too, being another major reason. Being single and not seeing someone does not mean I lose my happiness. Its just about opening up your other options, and exercising them to your fullest.

But if you really want me to be dating someone, simple, throw me someone whom you think will blow my mind off, and I will consider. Or if its really difficult to find someone like that, just get me one of the A-list celebrities in Hollywood. You may keep the Indian Cinema ones to yourselves.

There you have it.. Chew on it..

10:16 AM

supernova lit up.

Sunday, January 29, 2006

The Shovel Squad

I decided to start a small jing-gang. No, not your usual anjadi bros that hang out in Yishun, or your abangs sitting around void-decks, or for that matter, frequenting KTVs and night clubs with trance blasting in the background. It was a brain-child that came about during a phone conversation with Jolene and Tanya.

We have an agenda, on the type of people to eliminate. Here goes..

1) The Racists

I shall specify the types. Basically, the ones that call out someone from the minority race, and in their presence, start conversing in their native language. Like 40 years of being a multi-racial society didn't quite sink into their heads. And also, the ones that get themselves attached to someone from another race, and then, to their face, say hurtful things about their race. Perhaps a few knocks of the shovel on their heads would do the trick.

2) The Back-stabbers

They approach you with the best of intentions, but at the very last minute, sell you out like a rat. Or if not that, twist things to their advantage, and you end up being questioned around. Maybe a case of trusting the wrong people, but we will not back away from eliminating such people.

3) The Game-playing Bfs/Gfs

By game, I mean your DOTAs and 'what-have-you' games that can be played online, or however they play it. These people, just seem to devote their time to eliminating their opponents online, whilst leaving the rest of the world in their dust. So its simple, we make it easier, by eliminating you in our game.

4) The Poor Internet Service Providers

They claim to bring to you, the best broadband service around. Yet, you get disconnected easily and as a result, logging into MSN or for the matter, the internet, can be quite the hassle. We pay you good money, yet you provide us with crap. CEO of Starhub, you better be doing something about this. I still haven't gotten my handphone vouchers yet!!!

And of course, panties, as brought up by our honorary member, Mr Desker Rocker. He wants elitists out too, as they both, happen to be the two biggest eye sores for him.

So the next time you pull off such stunts, be prepared to hear the distant 'cling-cling', because if anything, the Shovel Squad is just around the corner, awaiting to knock you out cold, and bury you alive.

11:18 PM

supernova lit up.

GOD Returns..

'I'm so chuffed to be back.'

The words that greeted me on Liverpool's Official website. Robbie, we too are chuffed to see you back.

Here's a player whose career spiralled downwards following his departure from Liverpool. I still have my doubts, if this loan move would turn out to be a blessing. He has shown some quality over the last few seasons, just that they were in short spurts.

It will be one heck of a miracle if he can oust Morientes from the starting line-up, judging how Peter Crouch has become one of the few first team regulars, and go on adding his already impressive goal tally for Liverpool.

But didn't we all pray for a miracle during half-time at Istanbul?? One thing's for sure, its happy days for us, now that He has arrived. And yes, I can finally take out my Fowler jersey (the one with the number 23) and wear it again with pride.

Now, if only a certain Michael Owen was reading into all this happenings.

6:23 AM

supernova lit up.

Saturday, January 28, 2006

Meet the Rajoos

I did this post a month ago, but thanks to my wonderful idea of entering retirement from blogging, my old entries got deleted. So I decided to revamp this entry a little, with three of my cousins. Trust me, we Rajoos are packed with lotsa kids, but here's a sample.

PS Not up for adoption eh?? =)

1) Navin

Meet 'Thondan' or rather, Tummy Boy. According to my aunt, his tummy walks infront of him, and never gets away with some of the nastiest comments from her.

As you may have figured out, my sharp tongue was inherited from this wonderful bloodline and as such, you'd either find my cousins to be either like me, or be very patient and take everything with a smile. This boy, belongs to the latter. No matter how much my aunts disturb him or call him names regarding his size, he always returns a toothy grin.

Mr Ronaldo, as I call him, is one of my mum's favorite nephews. Quite simple why, coz she loves cooking for him, and he returns the favour by enjoying his food. Love this boy.

2) Praveena

Every family needs a 'Menaminukki' or simply put, the one that with the hot air around. The angel you see on the right, can be quite the devil at times. Though what amuses me, is her jokes and her attempts at trying to impress the family.

She's growing up fast, especially when she comes up to her mum, and asks her to buy her accessories for her hands and ankles. And she's turning 11. Kids these days..

3) Aarthi Rajoo

This sweetie pie here, is the apple of my eye. At the age of 6, she just loves to entertain us with her banter, so much so that you will never notice time flying by. I remember when she was 4, she would talk to all my cousins and uncles, but for some strange reason, when she sees me, she will break into this really sweet smile and stop her chattering.

Now, she comes up to me, and has appointed me as her personal bodyguard, in case my other cousins bully her. And of course, share her wonderful banter on how we are going to whack all the other cousins together. Just love this gal to bits.

Here's a short preview of my wonderful cousins. This is only the beginning. Till I get more pictures. Adieuz.

5:00 PM

supernova lit up.

Impossible is Nothing

He went down fighting, or did he??

Oh well, this was just for the hair.

Life throws at us stuff that attempt to hold us down, but its human to resist and fight on. As long as we know what we want, we will ultimately get it, with grit that is. For that, Nothing is Impossible, or as Adidas puts it, Impossible is Nothing.

7:52 AM

supernova lit up.

Friday, January 27, 2006

Sin City - Tales of Kink and Jokes that were Lame..

Now, whoever said that hall life was boring. Talk about my first late night supper with the guys, as a resident of Hall 9.

Things that you need when you go for such activities:-

1) A car
2) Good buddies
3) Cigarettes and alcohol

Oh well, I do not smoke, but the alcohol's a must in these kinda activities. And of course, the food too. We headed out to our Sin City aka Geylang to have Beef Kway Teow and Seafood Hor Fun. Again, couldn't taste the renowned Beef Kway Teow that Jon had been creating all the hype about, but I heard it was good. A must try for all.

And of course, our futile efforts to find a place to play pool, which ended up at a petrol kiosk near Siglap, only to realise that alcohol is only sold from 6 to 9pm. Guess its their way of battling drunk-driving. So the alternatives, Jon gets an ice-cake while I get Peach yoghurts.

I'm pretty sure my stomach's going to pull off some Olympic style acrobatic stunt tomorrow, especially after the drinking session at our wonderful prata shop after that. Who would drink beer, then eat two cups of peach yoghurt?? Voila, you got the man. And of course, the lame jokes session, that stretched from Siglap till Jurong West. The bhaiyee ones were the best by far.

Oh well, its the mind going all bonkers again. Hall life's been pretty good so far, and I strongly am for people who wish to stay in a hall. Though you ought to have good buddies around, in order to have fun, or else you'll end up whining about how much you miss home and how school sucks. Cheers

7:25 PM

supernova lit up.

Thursday, January 26, 2006

Wounds and Scars...

I was watching an episode of Naruto a few nights ago, and in it, the character Gaara, is taught about how people feel pain in their hearts, and how, sometimes, those pains can never be appeased.

Before I head to my wonderful bed, I just thought I'd blog about this. I was on the phone with this lovely lady, and after that, had another wonderful MSN conversation with another lady, all pouring to me stories about how they have had their hearts wounded by reckless men.

From a personal point of view, some wounds, as stated in the episode, will never heal. But I have always maintained this stand, that above all else, time heals everything. Say for instance, we run and we fall. We suffer a deep gash to our knee. The pain is excruciating, and it takes awhile to heal. Look at the same wound three months down, all that remains, is a scar that reminds you of the incident. But how often, do we look at the scar, and live through the pain all over again? Its pointless, because we are not experiencing any pain at that juncture.

Similarly, wounds to the heart, they take time to heal. And one day, when you look back, all that will remain, is just a scar of a painful memory. We all carry scars in us, and to some, open wounds. But one day, they will all heal, and will just remain nothing else, but a scar.

Aye, I think its the drowsiness too, that is making my mind go bonkers. Off to bed.

6:47 PM

supernova lit up.

A Guitar God

Amazing or what?? Take a look at his left hand, and check out his fingers. I'd freakin sell my soul just to play like him.

5:32 PM

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Wednesday, January 25, 2006

The 9-er Arrives..

After months of trying to convince my parents, and after a week of application, I have finally arrived. IN HALL 9!!!

It was quite a lot to pack actually, with a grand total of one big bag, a haversack, a shoe bag, a paper bag(which our dear Irfan broke whilst carrying) and my laptop bag. Quite the ooru-like scene if you ask me.

The looks on the kids though, were of two emotions, as they came down to send me off in a cab, along with my Dad, a scene all too familiar with my NS days. Yeah, a bit drama la, but it just makes it all complete nonetheless, especially how those kids have really integrated seamlessly into my life. Irfan was a figure of sadness, not that his favorite Anna was leaving, but rather the laptop was going along with me. Aisha, was the happiest of the lot, expressing her joy with a huge smile, and saying, "I am 100% that you are leaving.". When I ask her why she feels like that, she replies, "Because you everyday bully me. Now, I have so much of peace already.". That silly girl.

Of course, special mention to Satish and Mad for helping me carry my baggage to my room, which is similar to climbing Mt Biang (6th floor pple, not very fun). But the biggest surprise, would be whom my roommate will be. Many had been hoping for a PRC fellow, so that they can hear me rant on and on about the poor chinese brother's mannerisms and habits.

Sorry to put a dampener, but my roomie, HE'S A FAMILY FRIEND!!! I was really shocked to see him open the door. Another Sai Devotee too. He definitely works, in myserious ways. Oh well, that's my first day for you. Things, can only get interesting from here on.

For now, the 9-er has arrived!!!!!

12:29 PM

supernova lit up.

Monday, January 23, 2006

Reds or Girls.. Devils, dun bother chatting..

Big deal, so Rio Ferdinand pops up a late winner right at the end, after how every other cross from a United player had been gobbled up by our wonderful defence.

Like these three points are going to create a huge dent on Chelsea's chances on winning the title. Lets face it, as the game wore on, I had this feeling that Liverpool deserved three points, if anything, just to dent those loud mouth Blues from London.

Not like United's going to create much from this too, quite frankly since after awhile, they will probably drop points against those bogey sides, while Liverpool just had a bad day in the office. Plus the added bonus of having to earn 6 more points from games in hand, is far more lucrative. So if anything, I can foresee the Reds becoming second and grabbing that automatic qualification spot to the Champions League.

This isn't sour grapes speaking or loser talk. Its just being practical. So Devils, enjoy your three points. Lets see where we stand come May.

6:29 PM

supernova lit up.

Sunday, January 22, 2006

When Pure Grit Overcomes Everything..

I am a fighter. You will never find me giving up for anything whatsoever. I guess it was my tough upbringing, and to exorcise things that happened in my childhood. Like how I was quite the slow-poke in Primary school, like how I often got ridiculed at soccer back in SJI.

These things showed me one thing, either I prove them right, or I just make them eat humble pie. And the latter, just makes it feel extra sweeter.

Grit, got me very far, and as long as the heart's beating, you are damn right that trait is beating inside of me.

Because, if I had given up after scoring consecutive Fs for chemistry throughout two years in JC, I would never have gotten a C for my As.

If I had given up JC during my second year for Poly, I would not be sitting in NTU right now.

If I had given up during my BMT, I would never have gotten the chance to enter OCS, or for that matter, just lose out to the Platoon Best by a few points.

If I had given up after my OOC due to a back injury, I would not have gotten the chance to be on the parade square and throw my pee-cap for all to see.

If I had given up after all the slow-poke comments back in Primary School, I would not have represented OCS in the AHM.

If I had given up after I never got pass 216cm in SBJ, I would never have gotten my IPPT Gold, or even Silver.

I guess it is this determination, that makes me stand out from the rest, and I rightfully believe so. I remember the looks opposing defenders have everytime I enter the court. I fight for every ball, and even if it means getting stuck in and at times, almost resulting in a fight. And every goal scored, is just as equally sweet as the first one.

And this fire, will never die. Trust me, there is more to come..

Ladies and Gents, meet Karthik. The man, that will never die..

4:31 PM

supernova lit up.

Friday, January 20, 2006

Mr Hall 9

This just in, from my NTU email inbox.

We are pleased to inform you that you are successful in your application. You are allocated to Hall 9.

Hooray!!! Finally, I don't need to wake up at 6am just to go for a 8.30 lesson. No need to have the hassle to travel to and fro. Besides, Hall 9's quite close to school too..

Oh, and too bad, the stronghold of the Amigos have been stretched to hall 9. And yepz, you heard me right Jon, Mark, Mad and Satish, you got yourselves a huge rival awaiting. Muhahhaa.

Looking forward to the fun life in hostel!!!! Especially the late nite pratas, the hall activities etc etc. Watch this space..

6:55 AM

supernova lit up.

Its nice to know, that everyone seems to be liking the music. One even thinks it was from A R Rahman. No offence, dude. But you'll be surprised where I found this piece from.

karthik - the journeyman singer.. says:
did u check out the music in my blog?

chunxian says:
haha yeah

karthik - the journeyman singer.. says:
nice eh?

karthik - the journeyman singer.. says:
its actually frm naruto

chunxian says:
that is disappointing man

chunxian says:
u have become a manga boy

karthik - the journeyman singer.. says:
its the animation and the storyline dude

chunxian says:
speak to the hand

So there you have it, the source of my wonderful music. But yeah, its really soothing and nice, innit?

PS A year ago, I would never have fathom any remote possibility of having to watch anime, but hey, we can't always be that consistent right?

6:31 AM

supernova lit up.

Thursday, January 19, 2006

DEVIL'S HAIRCUT by BECK

Something's wrong 'cause my mind is fading
And everywhere I look
There's a dead end waiting
Temperature's dropping at the rotten oasis
Stealing kisses from the leperous faces

Heads are hanging from the garbage man trees
Mouthwash jukebox gasoline
pistols are pointing
At a poor man's pockets
Smiling eyes ripping out of his sockets

Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind

Love machines on the sympathy crutches
Discount orgies on the dropout buses
Hitching a ride with the bleeding noses
Coming to town with the brief case blues

Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind

Something's wrong 'cause my mind is fading
Ghetto-blasting disintegrating
Rock 'n' roll, know what I'm saying
And everywhere I look
There's a devil waiting

Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind
Got a devil's haircut in my mind

Devil's haircut! In my mind!
Devil's haircut! In my mind!

- ever heard of those songs which have lyrics that just don't make sense?? This is one of em. Even Beck, during a guest appearance in Futurama said, 'You know, when I'm upset, I write a song about it. Like when I wrote Devil's Haircut, I was feeling really... what's that song about?'..

Whoever said that inspiration was actually needed to write a song eh?

5:58 AM

supernova lit up.

Wednesday, January 18, 2006

What type of goals do you fancy scoring??

Well, we all love scoring goals. Nothing beats the satisfaction of putting one into the net. But we all have our favorite type of goals. Confused?? Scroll below, you'll know what I mean.

1) Placing the ball

The safest bet, when it comes to one-on-one situations. Simply, you pick a spot, and you shoot the ball with a comfortable pace, using the inside of your foot - it makes it look like you are passing the ball into the net, not whacking it. However, it again depends on the situation. Most of the times, strikers do that to beat the keeper, but there is, another trick whilst being in such a situation.

2) Chipping the ball

Best used during one-on-one situations and when the keeper is off his line. Not many strikers do this during one-on-one, but usually, the best ones do it. Think Wayne Rooney and Thierry Henry. Its good to utilise this method, because usually the keeper commits in such a situation, and if you are to place your shot, he may have a good chance of saving it. The best, to chip the ball over him, and make the keeper look foolish. Oh, and of course, when he's off his line, that way, you get lots of plaudits as you'll be needing lotsa vision to be able to pull that off.

3) The Screamers

When I say, the screamers, I refer to the Stevie G type of shots. The ones where you'd rather not be in directly in front of, because if it hits anywhere below the belt, its really gonna hurt. Again, no point just whacking the ball. You find your spot, and you make sure the ball is going there. My coach in JC, would make us practise hitting the ball hard, and low, because, that way, the keeper is going to have a tough time keeping the ball away. If it was higher than the knee level, it was push-ups for us. It takes alot of practise, with the front portion of your foot, but once you get the hang of it, be assured of standing ovations.

These screamers can come to you from various situations, the toughest being taking it on the bounce (ala Steven Gerrard's goal against Olympiakos). For instance, if the ball is coming towards you, its a skill to shoot it low and hard. Practise, makes perfect.

4) The Headers

This, is my weakness. Till today, I've probably scored one goal with my head, that too, a looping one. From what my friends tell me, its all about using your forehead, and directing your shot by using your neck. Players you'd like to pay attention to - Fernando Morientes and Ruud van Nistelrooy.

5) Stabbing the ball

You are usually given this situation in close proximity to the goal, when the ball is in the air, and you have no time to control the ball or take a clean shot. So the next best thing, is to stab it. By stabbing, I mean to use your foot and drive the ball in with a 'stabbing-like' motion. Not many players attempt to do this, especially if you catch the good old EPL, but its worth it. I owe this technique to my dad, when he'd throw the ball at me and ask me to practise that motion.

6) The Dangerous Curlers

The stuff you see from the tv, to your friendly neighborhood street soccer court. David Beckham definitely put the curlers back in fashion amongst today's teenagers. It takes a lot of practise, but it can be done. Basically, practise 'wrapping' your inner foot around the ball whilst kicking it, and watch it curl. Overtime, you will develop a bend to your shot, and the faster and harder you wrap the ball, the more it bends. A Level physics students and those who do fluid mechanics will understand how this works. Of course, you ought to pick your spot before you send the curler in. And if you want more of a challenge, try it with the outer foot.

There you have it, to the best of my knowledge. Technique comes with practise, but above all else, you must have, the hunger and the confidence to score. Because, its of no use putting these techniques to use, when you do not have either one of the two. And, practise with both legs too..

Coach Karthik, signing off.. =)

12:56 PM

supernova lit up.

Tuesday, January 17, 2006

Meet the Amigos

Aye, its about time you guys get introduced to the famous amigos. That's right, its been 3 all this while, but actually, its now been risen to 5.

PS No pics, but the descriptions will do fine. Perhaps if I get a digicam soon, watch this space.

Satish - Nothing comes close, to how this fella picks up girls at a club. I mean, he's got it going man. Add to that, he's kinda the mother hen at times - we reserve that name for someone far more significant. Like how he makes sure we do not get into shit, and stay out of it. And yes, he is a very FUNNY guys, with his jokes often making us stare at him, before laughing. No, not at him, but at his jokes. A heart of gold, this one..

Jon - Ah yes, the mother hen of the group. Fella is the type of guy ladies would definitely die for, you know, the ones that help you do your shopping, and do marketing (wet market, not business). He likes doing it too. I mean, he actually bothers to buy ice-cream spoons just for a date with this hot chic, who was coming over the next day for some ice-cream. Sums him up, but he makes the most sense of the lot. ie he knows the game, and he often reads situations very well. A good buddy this one, but will take time to grow on you.

Classic quote - When all is lost, you still have one last trump card to play : Sincerity. ain't this guy brilliant??

Mark - You talk about smooth, and being DA MAN (as he so aptly puts it), you got DA MAN. Throw him into a room of unknowns, and within minutes, you'd be talking about him. That's Mark for you - outright genuine and bubbly. He does have a bolsterous laughter, and can be quite the singer. Especially when he was rockin' the concert this evening at the jam fest, and you see girls out in the front checkin him out. I know, you readers definitely do not need to feel outta place with this club, coz quite frankly, you probably wouldn't fit in.

Ahmad - You can never leave this fella out. I mean, you have a mother hen, the one with the moves, and the one with the charisma. That leaves you, the one with the brains. Well, for starters, if you are on his MSN list, and you happen to be a guy, you probably wouldn't get a msg from him, lest its important. But if you are a girl, muhahahha. And yes Mad, Life is all about the fishes, and the way we fish. Brilliant stuff this one, except he'll miss his lectures and tutorials, then complain about how he's been missing them. SLEEP EARLY AH..

There you have it, The famous Amigos. You can't probably beat a dynamic group like that, especially when it comes to a mambo night. Man, this feels like NS all over again. And good company, is ultimately all that I've gained.

Georgie Porgie
Pudding and pie
Screw the gals
And make em cry..

4:57 PM

supernova lit up.

Warning: This may be a little lei-ceh for you readers. But hey, too bad.. SUCK THUMB!!!!

*TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF - The Survey*
Name:	Karthik
Birthday:	13 Feb
Birthplace:	Mt Alvernia
Current Location:	In a kway teow's rm - somewhere in Hall 8
Eye Color:	Brown
Hair Color:	Brown
Height:	170
Right Handed or Left Handed:	Right
Your Heritage:	Yogi??
The Shoes You Wore Today:	Some Timberland shoes
Your Weakness:	Dunno?
Your Fears:	Lightnings, not fun gettin' struck by one..
Your Perfect Pizza:	Hmm, I'd say sthg with lotsa cheese, and chicken. Roasted!!
Goal You Would Like To Achieve This Year:	Hmm, improve my GPA..
Your Most Overused Phrase On an instant messenger:	You kway teow
Thoughts First Waking Up:	Why are you shouting at me, dad??
Your Best Physical Feature:	My shoulders
Your Bedtime:	hmm, ranging from 11 to 1am
Your Most Missed Memory:	My NS days
Pepsi or Coke:	Pepsi
MacDonalds or Burger King:	Macs - just for the points
Single or Group Dates:	Single
Lipton Ice Tea or Nestea:	Nestea - I hate Ice tea
Chocolate or Vanilla:	Vanilla
Cappuccino or Coffee:	Cappuccino
Do you Smoke:	Only Sisha
Do you Swear:	Yeah i do, but I often try to cut it down.
Do you Sing:	Yepz, in the bathroom
Do you Shower Daily:	Duh??
Have you Been in Love:	Yes
Do you want to go to College:	Erm, been there, done that..
Do you want to get Married:	Yepz, but not now la..
Do you believe in yourself:	You bet!!!
Do you get Motion Sickness:	No..
Do you think you are Attractive:	Why not ask my readers?? And the millions out there?? muhahah
Are you a Health Freak:	not quite
Do you get along with your Parents:	Well, we have those days when we quarrel, but we're quite cool actually.
Do you like Thunderstorms:	NOOOOOOOOO.. nnb..
Do you play an Instrument:	Yeah I do, the guitar..
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol:	Yepz
In the past month have you Smoked:	Almost tried a puff frm the Amigos..
In the past month have you been on Drugs:	Is music a drug??
In the past month have you gone on a Date:	Yeah.. Memorable ones too..
In the past month have you gone to a Mall:	yes
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos:	Yepz, i think it was in the office.. thanks boss.. :)
In the past month have you eaten Sushi:	no, sadly.. I once forced Anu to eat it..
In the past month have you been on Stage:	nopez.
In the past month have you been Dumped:	Haha, gd qn.. Yepz..
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping:	No, but I wanna do it someday..
In the past month have you Stolen Anything:	Yeah, I did. Cant tell what though - Lie, cheat and steal..
Ever been Drunk:	Yeah, a few mths back.. Will nvr wanna do tat again..
Ever been called a Tease:	wat's a tease??
Ever been Beaten up:	Nopez.. Scary prospect actually..
Ever Shoplifted:	I think when I was in pri sch, at this mama shop.. Hey, told yu rite? I lie, cheat and steal..
How do you want to Die:	In my sleep?? Its really peaceful to go off like that, but I'd rather die whilst singing bhajans..
What do you want to be when you Grow Up:	Hmm, perhaps an engineer??
What country would you most like to Visit:	I wanna visit Scotland.. They have really beautiful castles, and also, I love their accent..
*In a Boy/Girl..*
Favourite Eye Color:	Brown
Favourite Hair Color:	Black
Short or Long Hair:	Long
Height:	160
Weight:	50 +
Best Clothing Style:	As long as it aint skimpy..
Number of Drugs I have taken:	Do you consider panadol a drug?? If so, then quite a bit la..
Number of CDs I own:	Too lazy to count..
Number of Piercings:	My only two piercings closed up.. :(
Number of Tattoos:	none..
Number of things in my Past I Regret:	just one..
CREATE YOUR OWN! - or - GET PAID TO TAKE SURVEYS!

7:41 AM

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Monday, January 16, 2006

Man, does it suck to turn 22. Aye, its not that I just turned 22, but in about less than a mth's time, I'll be hitting that magical number. Can't help it if I was born a day before V-day (Hint Hint). So yeah, I shall be shameless and list out what I want.

Come to think about it, I just want to fall in love again. And for that, you need the right kinda ingredients for the gal. So here goes!!!

1) Above all else, my friends matter alot to me. So most definitely, one who'll be able to link up well with my core pool of friends. NOT one who pretends to like them, and then come up to me and say, 'Karthik, I liked them because of you. I liked them because I want to be with you. I like them blah blah blah'. Shut your mouth, you thong wearing fatty. If she pretended to like them, I'd rather she go whore around somewhere.

2) Someone who can cook. By cooking, I mean someone who can make me nice pasta, or cookies or anything edible. Not many people know, but I can cook. Maggi is not considered cooking. Even a baboon knows how to cook Maggi, lest she has the brains of one. I hear the Singapore Zoo may be needing some baboons on display, so you know where to drop off someone of such calibre.

3) Like in pt 1, I value friendship alot. So I can't help it if I happen to be very friendly, and as a result, be the person pple look to for advice. So the best, is for a girl who won't forsake her friends, just because they talk to me and invite me over for functions, and instead find new ones and hang ard them. Because, what assuarance is there, that one day, she'll leave them for another group of friends? Or worse, leave me for another guy? I want a proper gal, not a leech. I experienced lots of those in Brunei. And you know how you make a leech drop off, you burn them where it hurts.

4) And lastly, not one who will go sucking up to me. Like how I am the man of her dreams, or how I am the right one and all, adding tears and pauses to create the effect. Please, Mediacorp needs such artistes, and besides, I know myself well. My ego is big enough to feed me for a long long time. I don't need anyone to coax it. Lest she'd like to do a little suckin up on another body part. I can pay her well for that too..

1:09 PM

supernova lit up.

Just for the millions of Liverpudlians out there..

Its the ponytail, I tell you. Now you know why I'm having similar scoring runs too??

8:39 AM

supernova lit up.

When you cross the road, look right, then left, then right again before you cross the road. And if you happen to be jay-walking, do it smartly. Don't be shifting your attention to the other stuff, but rather, check if the car approaching from a distance, IS GOING TO RUN YOU DOWN. Its been proven, that our brain maximises its functions, whilst jay-walking. You measure the pace of your steps, the speed of the oncoming vehicle, the distance you have to cross, the time you need to avoid getting hit etc etc.

Well, it doesn't bode well when you get a phonecall whilst showering, about how your sibling got run down by a motorbike. It kinda scares the shit out of you. Sure, you may dismiss it as a motorbike, but there could be other factors too, like oncoming traffic and the condition of the motorist.

In this case, thankfully, both came out with scratches and bruises, with no severe injuries. Thanks too, to those who were expressing their concern on MSN as well as on the phone. She's doing fine, and should be ok in no time.

So, the next time, if you really want to jay-walk, look right, left then right again before you cross. Or you could also be like me, the type who rarely jay-walks, and follows the traffic rules. Hey, there are traffic lights and over-head bridges for a reason too you know.

6:52 AM

supernova lit up.

Sunday, January 15, 2006

Ever had one of those days where you get a phonecall outta the blue, with the caller tellin you to be at a certain place in exactly an hr's time, without any prior notice?? I used to have those days once, but its good that its coming back again.

Once again, the Amigos had a wonderful night out. The type where you just chill in good company, down a few beers, and enjoy some footie on the telly. Well, too bad Mark and Jon couldn't come along, but nevertheless it was a blast.

Even Murphy couldn't have prevented it, with the law striking directly at my iron's plug (the plug had been broken for awhile, and one of the pins had been exposed - talk about playing with electricity). No, not that it broke today, but rather, it had been opened up, and yet to be fixed.

Anywayz, just like last evening's 'kidnapping', it was good fun. Hoegaarden never tasted this good - the last time I drank it, was at Walas with Mike and another colleague during my SPH days. Just one of those times where I literally let my hair down, and had a good time with Satish and Ahmad.

Not to forget the fast ones they pulled on me, especially about the car. Hey, I think the car is my best friend now; if he comes, I come. Thanks guys, for the night out.

Now, to my major highlight of the night. HARRY KEWELL!!! Finally, he scores. And what a goal. Yes, I tend to like a lot of players, but Harry's my fav at the moment. Its the ponytail, I tell you.
Well, my birthday's coming by. So my dear friends, you kinda know what to get me now eh??

HINT HINT!!!

6:09 PM

supernova lit up.

A Heartfelt Apology..

Having gotten to know you, ranks highly amongst my greatest joys, and you will always be one that I will forever hold dear. I still remember our first conversations on the net and on the phone. Something inside me just told me, that you were the one. Yet, deep down, I was always afraid that it may all end, and be stolen away from me. And that fear proved to be my biggest mistake.

But if there was any one moment where I had really shown how much I loved you, it was the night when I was pissed drunk, and confessed my true feelings for you. I remember that nite so vividly, esp the joys tat you shared with me. And I am glad, to have lived that moment with you.

Babe, I dun want to lose you forever. I dun think that I can take that. I just want you back in my life. As my partner, as my confidante, as my best friend, as my anbu thollai, as the one who sets my heart racing everytime I see your number flashing on my hp. Because I really miss you, and I am really sorry for all that I have done. It may only have been a month, but I just feel that I have lost my sunshine. I just want my nights to be filled with your endless banter, I want my inbox to be filled with your smses, I want my kuttis to continue chatting about you as their favorite akka, like they've always done, till today.

I did some of the most dumbest, stupidest things during the period of our relationship, and even, at certain junctures of the break-up. And I honestly do not know, after all this if I truly deserve your forgiveness. I guess this emptiness that I am experiencing right now, is the best punishment meted out to me for all that I made you believe in and all that I had done to you.

But for now, my joys come from your happiness, and seeing you so happy, does bring me a smile. I do not know if our happy days will ever come back, but I believe in miracles. And I sincerely hope and pray for one so that someday, we will be the way we were.

10:10 AM

supernova lit up.

Friday, January 13, 2006

The next time you go down to your coffeeshop, or hawker centre, take a look around. Do you find it odd, that even after 40 yrs of Independence, you can rarely find a table with a good mix of races?? Maybe just a small number. Don't go scouring at what they eat; we are well-known for our wonderful eating habits and variety of food that we consume. Lest you are telling me that unifies us as being Singaporean??

Its pointless to put the finger to our folks for having created such a stereotype in us. Yepz, I mean, I'm pretty sure some of us have had our folks tellin' us not to mix with someone from another race, just because of certain stereotypes. We can't fault them, because they came through a time when inter-racial tensions were high. Think the Maria Hertogh era and the bus riots in the 60s.

But do we live in such an era now?? Do we hang out and do stuff with people from the other races?? How often do we club with our friends from another race? Or have a good chillout session?? I just went to have prata with the amigos and it was this conversation that was sparked by our wonderful mother hen (Jon Yap, for those who don't know) that set me thinking.
Yes, we do find it easier to relate to our problems and joys with someone from the same race, but hey, if I can find solace in people who aren't Indiano too, its worth giving it a shot right? Because, if we do not take the initiative now, we will only be multiracial by name.

I'll end off with a quote from good ol' Russell Peters, "Just mix around. Women take your chances. We will all be eventually a high breed of humans that is mostly Chinese and Indian. You may run away from us now, but you can never hide from the inevitable." :p

6:10 PM

supernova lit up.

Thursday, January 12, 2006

Its scary, how crime could actually be occuring at the very moment you are reading this. I mean, how many of you have had murders being commited a couple of blocks away?? Or how many have had their neighbors' hse get robbed??

You call that 'suay'. Wait till you hear about how this gal, who got raped during the five mins she wasn't being accompanied, and it happened in the lift. Gal usually gets dropped off by bf everytime she comes home late. During one occasion, she's dropped off at the lift, and bam, gets raped by a person wearing a helmet.

I mean, there's no point ranting on and on about how heartless these people can be, and how they let their animalistic emotions overrule everything else. I mean, talking about them is not going to make them change. So the best thing to do, is prevention. Learn some self-defence. Or if that is a lot of hassle, get someone to walk you home during the late hours. Especially if you stay in those areas where there are lotsa notorious people hanging around.

The thing is, as good a reputation we may have for being clean and all, do remember, LOW CRIME DOESN'T MEAN NO CRIME!!!

And can somebody pls explain to me what being 'rhino raped' means??

5:01 PM

supernova lit up.

I will come to you and fulfill my gracious promise to bring you back to this place
for I know the plans I have for you declares the lord
Plans to prosper you and not to harm you
Plans to give you hope and future
then u will call upon me and come and pray to me and I will listen to you
You will seek me and find me when u seek me with all your heart
I will be found by you

- Jeremiah 29:10

How often do we turn to God to thank Him during the good times we have?? And how often do we turn to Him when we feel down??

He is the one entity that keeps us going. Never forsake Him, coz He has never forsaken us in the first place..

PS Thanks Gwen, for the verse, and also, for being a really wonderful elder sister eversince the time I've known you.. Really appreciate it..

12:07 PM

supernova lit up.

Barely ten days after havin deleted my blog, I start afresh..

It feels good to be back.. But not that its gonna be like before..

Watch this space..

10:40 AM

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