★ ` jia RONG .

Internship

2012-02-27T00:12:00.002+08:00

So... Internship starts tomorrow. I don't even know if I'm ready for it or not. But I'm pretty nervous. What should I expect? What should I not expect? Ayeeee.

Such a tiring few weeks, with no breaks. T'was fun though, being part of LCE. So proud to be part of it. Hoping that someday I'll get to do something like this again. It was tiring, yes, but was it worth it? Hell yes.

Ahh wells, gotta sleep early so I won't die the next morning.

Horrible Day

2012-02-11T00:04:00.004+08:00

Bad sleep + bad work dynamics + bad series of events = FUCKING HORRIBLE DAY.

I don't know how I'm gonna handle year 3. I seriously don't. With this Feiyue campaign going on and LCE, I can barely manage. I'm so exhausted from everything. Hats off to my seniors, I don't know how they manage to handle all the projects thrown at them. I'm sure as hell am hanging by a thread.

And when it comes to group work, I'll have to make sure I'll be working with people who can match my work dynamics, or in which I can match mine to. I absolutely cannot tolerate last minute rushes, and people suddenly going missing for long periods of time. I was so damn pissed and stressed out just now. I really don't like it when people can't prioritize. I feel like I should just stick to CBC if balloting doesn't come in place. And INDS, only people I'm comfortable with or have no partner at all. Until I'm in an actual agency where I can actually trust people with work ethics, I'll try my best to steer away from group work with people I'm not close to.

When Anson asked me about the whole integrated campaign, I really wanted to just break down and cry.

I wanted to be productive with LCE today and keep my mind off things but shit just happens and I can't fucking carry on with what I have to do. It's frustrating.

Progress with work today in school: 0% I'm furious.

I swear, sooner or later, I'll be having a nervous breakdown.

"Nobody is ever gonna bring me down."

adgsdhgkjashg

2012-02-07T00:30:00.002+08:00

EEEUUUURRRGGGGHHHH I'm so frustrated with work I don't even know.

I need to know how to manage my time well.

Hope tomorrow goes well although I foresee a day of being quite unproductive and somewhat frustrations. I'm so bored of this assignment now that I have my idea down. Do not want to execute. Lazy.

Tired.

Meh.

ALSO.

ALL THESE GOKAI FEELINGS. I cannot emphasise how sad I am that this amazing Sentai series is going to be over. I'm gonna miss the show so much. So. Fucking. Much.

Marvelous, Joe, Luka, Don, Ahim, Gai, and even Navi........ I'm gonna miss this crew. They're like, a family and they are so closely bonded and.... sdaklghasdklahsdklgsdh THIS SHOW HAS SUCH GOOD WRITING AND I FEEL SUPER ATTACHED TO ALL THE CHARACTERS.

I think this has taken the cake of best Sentai for me, taken over Magi. There's so much sentimental value attached to this series. After the whole novelty factor has worn off, I still stuck on because the plot is just so well written out. I just- I can't- ;____;

I need to collect my feelings.

Calm down
Deep breaths
And get yourself dressed instead
Of running around
And pulling on your threads
And breaking yourself up

If it's a broken part, replace it
If it's a broken arm, then brace it
If it's a broken heart, then face it

And hold your own
Know your name
And go your own way
Hold your own
Know your name
And go your own way

And everything will be fine

Hang on
Help is on the way
And stay strong
I'm doing everything

Hold your own
Know your name
And go your own way
Hold your own
Know your name
And go your own way

And everything, everything will be fine
Everything

Are the details in the fabric
Are the things that make you panic
Are your thoughts results of static cling?

Are the things that make you blow
Hell, no reason, go on and scream
If you're shocked it's just the fault
Of faulty manufacturing.

Everything will be fine
Everything in no time at all
Everything

Hold your own
And know your name
And go your own way

Are the details in the fabric (Hold your own, know your name)
Are the things that make you panic
Are your thoughts results of static cling? (Go your own way)

Are the details in the fabric (Hold your own, know your name)
Are the things that make you panic (Go your own way)
Is it Mother Nature's sewing machine?

Are the things that make you blow (Hold your own, know your name)
Hell no reason go on and scream
If you're shocked it's just the fault (Go your own way)
Of faulty manufacturing

Everything will be fine
Everything in no time at all
Hearts will hold

K bye.

2012-02-05T20:46:00.002+08:00

Don't raise your voice, improve your argument.

Need to remember this.

Boring.

2012-02-03T23:00:00.000+08:00

2012 is a decent year so far but it's still pretty uneventful but I guess it's just me. Lifeless prick.

Things that I look forward to nowadays are releases of CDs and receiving them. AS USUAL. It's like nothing's new for me yet. I want something new, something exciting. Maybe I should pick up a new hobby.

Bleah.

I shall be more confident, when it comes to dealing with people and handling things. I shall be more spontaneous. I shall be more siao and fun. I shall find interest in new things and start accepting them. Need to stop living in my own bubble.

And suddenly, it became so imminent...

Music Collection - December 2011

2011-12-31T12:27:00.004+08:00

June 2011

Notice how it's CD Collection now? 8D After the London trip, I actually have a "collection" that doesn't only consist of Glee soundtracks LOL. So here goes!

Albums
[2011.10.19] テゴマス - テゴマスのまほう (Limited Edition)
[2010.04.21] テゴマス - テゴマスのあい (Limited Edition)
[2009.07.15] テゴマス - テゴマスのうた (Limited Edition)
[2011.08.31] 浜崎あゆみ - FIVE (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.12.22] 浜崎あゆみ - Love songs (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.03.25] 浜崎あゆみ - NEXT LEVEL (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.09.10] 浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ (3CD+DVD/First Press/Taiwan Press)
[2008.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY (CD+DVD)
[2007.02.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -WHITE- (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2007.02.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -BLACK- (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2006.11.29] 浜崎あゆみ - Secret (CD+DVD)
[2006.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - (miss)understood (CD+DVD)
[2004.12.15] 浜崎あゆみ - MY STORY (CD+DVD/First Press Cover B)
[2003.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - Memorial address (CD+DVD)
[2003.03.12] 浜崎あゆみ - A BALLADS (First Press/Cover D)
[2002.12.18] 浜崎あゆみ - RAINBOW (First Press)
[2002.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - I am... (First Press)
[2001.03.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST (Limited Edition)
[2000.09.27] 浜崎あゆみ - Duty
[1999.11.10] 浜崎あゆみ - LOVEppears
[1999.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - A Song for ××

[2011.03.02] 倖田來未 - Dejavu (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2010.02.03] 倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.01.28] 倖田來未 - TRICK (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2008.01.30] 倖田來未 - Kingdom (CD+2DVD/Limited Edition/First Press)
[2007.03.17] 倖田來未 - BEST ~BOUNCE & LOVERS~ (CD+DVD)
[2006.12.20] 倖田來未 - Black Cherry (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.03.08] 倖田來未 - BEST ~second session~ (CD+2DVD/Limited Edition)
[2005.09.21] 倖田來未 - BEST ~first things~ (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2005.02.09] 倖田來未 - secret (CD+DVD)
[2004.02.18] 倖田來未 - feel my mind
[2003.03.19] 倖田來未 - grow into one (First Press)
[2002.03.27] 倖田來未 - affection
[2009.12.16] 安室奈美恵 - PAST < FUTURE (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.07.30] 安室奈美恵 - BEST FICTION (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY (CD+DVD)
[2005.07.13] 安室奈美恵 - Queen of Hip-Pop (First Press)
[2004.03.31] 安室奈美恵 - 181920 & films (CD+DVD)
[2003.12.10] 安室奈美恵 - STYLE
[2002.03.13] 安室奈美恵 - LOVE ENHANCED ♥ single collection
[2000.12.20] 安室奈美恵 - break the rules (First Press)
[1997.07.24] 安室奈美恵 - Concentration 20
[1996.07.22] 安室奈美恵 - SWEET 19 BLUES (First Press)

[2008.12.17] 大塚愛 - LOVE LETTER (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.26] 大塚愛 - LOVE PiECE (CD+DVD)
[2007.03.28] 大塚愛 - 愛 am BEST (CD+DVD)
[2005.12.14] 大塚愛 - LOVE COOK (CD+DVD)
[2004.11.17] 大塚愛 - LOVE JAM (CD+DVD)
[2004.03.31] 大塚愛 - LOVE PUNCH (CD+DVD)
[2007.06.27] 小池徹平 - pieces (Limited Edition)
[2010.09.15] NEWS - LIVE (Limited Edition)
[2008.11.19] NEWS - color
[2007.11.07] NEWS - pacific
[2005.04.27] NEWS - touch
[2009.02.11] AAA - depArture (CD+DVD)
[2008.03.05] AAA - ATTACK ALL AROUND (2CD+DVD/First Press)

Singles
[2011.02.16] テゴマス - 青いベンチ
[2011.02.16] テゴマス - 青いベンチ (Limited Edition)
[2009.07.08] テゴマス - 七夕祭り
[2009.07.08] テゴマス - 七夕祭り (Limited Edition)
[2009.07.08] テゴマス - 七夕祭り (Swedish Edition)
[2008.06.18] テゴマス - アイアイ傘
[2007.05.16] テゴマス - キッス ~帰り道のラブソング~
[2006.12.20] テゴマス - ミソスープ
[2006.11.15] テゴマス - Miso Soup
[2010.09.22] 浜崎あゆみ - crossroad (Jacket C/First Press)
[2009.12.29] 浜崎あゆみ - You were... / BALLAD (First Press)
[2009.08.12] 浜崎あゆみ - Sunrise / Sunset ~LOVE is ALL~
[2009.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle (Jacket B/First Press)
[2009.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle (Jacket C/First Press)
[2008.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - Days / GREEN (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - GREEN / Days (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.04.08] 浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World (CD+DVD/Jacket A/First Press)
[2008.04.08] 浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World (CD+DVD/Jacket C/First Press)
[2006.06.21] 浜崎あゆみ - BLUE BIRD
[2006.03.08] 浜崎あゆみ - Startin' / Born To Be...
[2005.09.14] 浜崎あゆみ - HEAVEN (CD+DVD)
[2005.08.03] 浜崎あゆみ - fairyland (CD+DVD)
[2003.07.09] 浜崎あゆみ - &
[2002.11.07] 浜崎あゆみ - H (Limited digipak)
[2002.04.24] 浜崎あゆみ - Free & Easy (First Press)
[2002.03.06] 浜崎あゆみ - Daybreak
[2000.11.01] 浜崎あゆみ - AUDIENCE
[1999.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - LOVE ~Destiny~

[2011.09.21] 倖田來未 - 愛を止めないで (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2011.08.17] 倖田來未 - 4 TIMES (CD+DVD)
[2010.09.22] 倖田來未 - 好きで、好きで、好きで。 / あなただけが　(CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.07.07] 倖田來未 - Gossip Candy (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.01.20] 倖田來未 - Can We Go Back (CD+DVD)
[2009.09.16] 倖田來未 - Alive / Physical thing (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.07.08] 倖田來未 - 3 SPLASH (CD+DVD)
[2008.10.08] 倖田來未 - TABOO (CD+DVD)
[2008.06.11] 倖田來未 - MOON (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.01.23] 倖田來未 - anytime
[2007.09.12] 倖田來未 - 愛のうた (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.03.14] 倖田來未 - BUT / 愛証 (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.10.18] 倖田來未 - 夢のうた / ふたりで… (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.07.26] 倖田來未 - 4 hot wave (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2005.06.22] 倖田來未 - Butterfly (CD+DVD)
[2011.07.27] 安室奈美恵 - NAKED / Fight Together / Tempest (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.07.28] 安室奈美恵 - Break It / Get Myself Back (CD+DVD)
[2009.03.18] 安室奈美恵 - WILD / Dr. (CD+DVD)
[2007.04.04] 安室奈美恵 - FUNKY TOWN
[2006.05.17] 安室奈美恵 - CAN'T SLEEP, CAN'T EAT, I'M SICK / 人魚 (CD+DVD)
[2004.10.14] 安室奈美恵 - GIRL TALK / the SPEED STAR (CD+DVD)
[1999.09.01] 安室奈美恵 - SOMETHING 'BOUT THE KISS (8"CD)
[1999.03.17] 安室奈美恵 - RESPECT the POWER OF LOVE

[2008.09.10] 大塚愛 - クラゲ、流れ星 (5th Anniversary Version)
[2008.05.21] 大塚愛 - ロケットスニーカー / One × Time (CD+DVD)
[2007.07.25] 大塚愛 - PEACH / HEART (CD+DVD)
[2007.02.21] 大塚愛 - CHU-LIP (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.08.02] 大塚愛 - ユメクイ (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2005.07.13] 大塚愛 - ネコに風船
[2009.06.24] 小池徹平 - キミだけ
[2010.11.03] NEWS - Fighting Man (Limited Edition)
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール (Limited Edition)
[2009.04.29] NEWS - 恋のABO (Limited Edition)
[2008.10.01] NEWS - Happy Birthday (Limited Edition)
[2008.02.27] NEWS - 太陽のナミダ (Limited Edition)
[2007.11.07] NEWS - weeeek
[2007.11.07] NEWS - weeeek (Limited Edition)
[2007.03.21] NEWS - 星をめざして
[2007.03.21] NEWS - 星をめざして (Limited Edition)
[2006.03.15] NEWS - サヤエンドウ / 裸足のシンデレラボーイ (Limited Edition)
[2005.07.13] NEWS - TEPPEN (Limited Edition)
[2008.08.27] AAA - MUSIC!!! / ZERØ (CD-Extra ver.)
[2006.09.06] AAA - "Q"
[2006.05.31] AAA - ハリケーン・リリ、ボストン・マリ
[2005.12.07] AAA - DRAGON FIRE
[2005.09.14] AAA - BLOOD on FIRE

DVDs/VCDs
[2011.05.11] テゴマス - 2nd ﾗｲﾌﾞテゴマスのあい (Limited Edition)
[2010.01.20] テゴマス - 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~テゴマスのうた~ (Limited Edition)
[2011.08.24] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2010-2011 A ~do it again~ (First Press)
[2011.03.30] 浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Tour FINAL ~7days Special~ (DVD)
[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~
[2009.05.13] 浜崎あゆみ - PREMIUM COUNTDOWN LIVE 2008-2009 A
[2009.01.28] 浜崎あゆみ - ASIA TOUR 2008 ~10th Anniversary~ Live in TAIPEI
[2008.06.18] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2007-2008 Anniversary
[2008.03.12] 浜崎あゆみ - ASIA TOUR 2007 A ~Tour of Secret~ "LIVE + DOCUMENTARY"
[2006.11.01] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2006 A ~(miss)understood~
[2006.03.23] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2005-2006 A
[2005.08.24] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2005 A ~MY STORY~
[2004.09.29] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2003-2004 A (2VCD)
[2004.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - A museum ~30th single collection live~
[2003.01.29] 浜崎あゆみ - STADIUM TOUR 2002 A
[2003.01.29] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2002 A (2VCD)
[2001.12.12] 浜崎あゆみ - DOME TOUR 2001 A (2VCD)
[2000.03.29] 浜崎あゆみ - HAMASAKI AYUMI (First Press)

[2011.05.18] 倖田來未 - 10th Anniversary ~FANTASIA~ in TOKYO DOME (DVD)
[2010.10.06] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2010 ~UNIVERSE~
[2010.03.10] 倖田來未 - 2009 TAIWAN LIVE
[2008.09.24] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2008 ~Kingdom~ (Limited Edition)
[2008.03.31] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2007 ~Black Cherry~ SPECIAL FINAL in TOKYO DOME (Limited Edition)
[2007.03.28] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2006~2007 ~second session~ (Limited Edition)
[2006.09.13] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2005 ~first things~ deluxe edition
[2010.12.15] 安室奈美恵 - PAST < FUTURE tour 2010 (DVD/First Press)
[2009.09.09] 安室奈美恵 - BEST FICTION TOUR 2008-2009 (DVD/First Press)
[2008.02.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY tour 2007
[2006.03.15] 安室奈美恵 - Space of Hip-Pop -namie amuro tour 2005-
[2004.09.23] 安室奈美恵 - SO CRAZY tour featuring BEST singles 2003-2004
[2010.12.22] NEWS - DOME PARTY 2010 LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! DVD! (Limited Edition)
[2009.11.04] NEWS - LIVE DIAMOND (Limited Edition)
[2008.08.13] NEWS - CONCERT TOUR pacific 2007 2008 -THE FIRST TOKYO DOME CONCERT- (Limited Edition)
[2007.08.08] NEWS - Never Ending Wonderful Story

English Music
Glee Cast - Glee: The Music Presents The Warblers
Glee Cast - Glee: The Music, Volume 4
Glee Cast - Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Glee Cast - Glee: The Music, Journey To Regionals
Glee Cast - Glee: The Music, The Power Of Madonna
James Morrison - The Awakening
James Morrison - Songs For You, Truths For Me
James Morrison - Undiscovered
Katy Perry - MTV Unplugged
Katy Perry - One of the Boys
Maroon 5 - It Won't Be Soon Before Long
Adele - 19

Collectibles
増田貴久 - さくらガール PV Shop photo
増田貴久 - Fighting Man PV Shop Photo x2
浜崎あゆみ - Unofficial mini-scroll (Autographed)
浜崎あゆみ - forgiveness Poster (Unofficial)
浜崎あゆみ - A BALLADS Poster
浜崎あゆみ - (miss) understood Promo Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - Secret Poster
浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -BLACK- Poster
浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY Poster (Double-Sided)
浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World Poster (Jacket A)
浜崎あゆみ - Days / GREEN Poster
浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle Poster (CD+DVD cover)
浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle Poster (Manga version)
浜崎あゆみ - NEXT LEVEL Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Mug Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Mirror
浜崎あゆみ - You were.../BALLAD Poster
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Poster (CD+DVD Cover)
浜崎あゆみ - Love songs Poster
浜崎あゆみ - FIVE Clearfile
浜崎あゆみ - crossroad Poster (1st - 25th single cover collage)
浜崎あゆみ - No way to say magnet
浜崎あゆみ - INSPIRE Mini-CD
浜崎あゆみ - off my day Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - on my way Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Jacket Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - uraayu -裏歩-
浜崎あゆみ - CDでーた (2007 March issue)
浜崎あゆみ - Panasonic D-Snap/D-Dock Pamphlet
浜崎あゆみ - ViVi デジデジ日記 vol. 90 (Clippings)
浜崎あゆみ - TeamAyu exclusive 10th anniversary phone strap (Black)
倖田來未 - Driving Hit's Poster
倖田來未 - Out Works & Collaboration Best Poster
倖田來未 - Can We Go Back Poster
倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" Poster
倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" Promo Poster
倖田來未 - オリ★スタ (09/1/26 issue)
倖田來未 - BEST ~first things~ photobook
倖田來未 - BEST ~second session~ photobook
倖田來未 - PREMIUM LIMITED LIVE IN HALL In Yokohama Arena Photobook
倖田來未 - 倖田歴
倖田來未 - Dejavu Jacket Sized Calendar
安室奈美恵 - PAST < FUTURE Poster
安室奈美恵 - break the rules First Press Photobooklet
安室奈美恵 - Queen of Hip-Pop Stickers
安室奈美恵 - ViVi April 2008 Issue (Clippings)
大塚愛 - クラゲ、流れ星 Sticker
大塚愛 - 5th Anniversary Comment Card
大塚愛 - CHU-LIP Sticker
小池徹平 - pieces Poster
テゴマス - 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~テゴマスのうた~ photobook
NEWS - CONCERT TOUR pacific 2007 2008 -THE FIRST TOKYO DOME CONCERT- photobook
NEWS - LIVE DIAMOND photobook
NEWS - Unofficial wristband

` jia RONG .

2011-12-23T23:09:00.000+08:00

There's a picture on my kitchen wall
Looks like Jesus and his friends involved
There's a party getting started in the yard
There's a couple getting steamy in the car parked in the drive
Was I too young to see this with my eyes?

By the pool last night, apparently
The chemicals weren't mixed properly
You hit your head and then forgot your name
And then you woke up at the bottom by the drain
And now your altitude and memory's a shame

What about taking this empty cup and filling it up
With a little bit more of innocence
I haven't had enough, it's probably because when you're young
It's okay to be easily ignored
I like to believe it was all about love for a child

And when the house was left in shambles
Who was there to handle all the broken bits of glass
Was it mom who put my dad out on his ass or the other way around
Well I'm far too old to care about that now

What about taking this empty cup and filling it up
With a little bit more of innocence
I haven't had enough, it's probably because when you're young
It's okay to be easily ignored
I'd like to believe it was all about love for a child

It's kinda nice to work the floor since the divorce
I've been enjoying both my Christmases and my birthday cakes
And taking drugs and making love at far too young an age
And they never check to see my grades
What a fool I'd be to start complaining now

What about taking this empty cup and filling it up
With a little bit more of innocence
I haven't had enough, it's probably because when you're young
It's okay to be easily ignored
I'd love to believe it's all about love for a child

It was all about love..

` jia RONG .

2011-12-05T01:15:00.000+08:00

In this burning sun
It feels like something's going to happen
The moment it does
I'll be there for you

The wind taught me about giving...
Words of love
I hold in my chest
A melody of love
I'll be there for you, only for you
Hold me
I'll be there for you, only for you
Smile by my side, I'll smile by your side

In this burning sun
I find myself getting excited because
I can feel myself with you
In the bright light
It feels like something?s going to happen
The moment it does
I'll be there for you

Let's run barefoot
Over the moon reflected on the sea
Surely it'll guide us somewhere
Sing a song
I'll be there for you, so forever
This road
I'll be there for you, so forever
And your future
Are spreading out endlessly

The stars are twinkling
Their light melts into the sea
Let's kiss like this
Let's run barefoot
Over the sand
Feeling each of your footprints, one by one
I'll be there for you

Smile by my side, I'll smile by your side

In this burning sun
I find myself getting excited because
I can feel myself with you
In the bright light
It feels like something?s going to happen
The moment it does

In the blue sky, I can see in the distance
The map that's been drawn for our future
When we open it up
We'll surely see a bright light
I'll walk with you, creating it together
I'll be there for you

Ahh~ I want to fall in love.

` jia RONG .

September, October and November Purchases

2011-11-30T00:00:00.001+08:00

That's right! 3 months this time. Was too lazy last month, but in my defense, I didn't buy much anyway! Cuz of school and other priorities. I'm so poor SIGH.

J-Pop:
2 September:

[2011.08.17] 倖田來未 - 4 TIMES (CD+DVD)

Awesome single!! Probably her best 4A single ever since 4 hot wave. LOOOOVE all the songs and PVs! Brought this to school to open and I accidently tore the sticker away along with the wrapper. SIGH.

14 September:

[2011.08.24] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2010-2011 A ~do it again~ (First Press)

One of my favorite CDLs from Ayu! The circle stage in the middle stage was something new and refreshing and I thought it was well-executed. Love the setlist too. But nothing beats CDL 05-06!!

15 September:

[2011.08.31] 浜崎あゆみ - FIVE (CD+DVD/First Press)
浜崎あゆみ - FIVE Clearfile
[2006.11.15] テゴマス - Miso Soup
[2009.07.08] テゴマス - 七夕祭り (Swedish Edition)

(late) Birthday presents from Karen!! So awesome that she put in the 2 Swedish Tegomasu singles as a bonus! So happy. Thanks again!!

19 October:

[2011.09.21] 倖田來未 - 愛を止めないで (CD+DVD/First Press)

HUGE GAP!! It felt so weird to not have any J-pop related stuff coming in for more than a month! But yay got this and I really love the single. Gotta get around watching the DVD though hmm.

17 November:

[2011.10.19] テゴマス - テゴマスのまほう (Limited Edition)

Aaaaand another huge gap. Seriously felt really awkward, plus I've been looking forward to this album for so long! But it didn't disappoint. Okay la I downloaded and listened to the rip way before I received the album BUT THAT'S NOT THE POINT. My Tegomasu albums collection is complete once again hehe. Kinda bummed that the back of the booklet is kinda ruined though. THE BOOKLET IS SO BLOODY THICK WHY USE THE REGULAR CASING?! Sigh.

` jia RONG .

Fantasize.

2011-11-27T00:28:00.004+08:00

Sometimes, during the evening time, I would think about how things would be like in Japan at that time. Or how things would be like in London/New York. Surely things would be different, and totally different experience.

I might be walking along the walkways under telephone wires and trains passing by my back while the sun sets. Maybe I would be rushing back home to watch my favorite artists perform on TV. Maybe I would be having a hearty Japanese meal.

What if I'm walking by Bricklane like what I did 2 months ago, and there was that pretty sunset again, only this time, I would be in complete solitude. Wouldn't that be nice. Or maybe I would be walking across the busy roads of Times Square just chilling with friends, or a special someone, and marvel at the Broadway billboards. What if.

I don't know, I feel like those things are so much more desirable than what I'm going through right now. Shit, fuckery, annoyance, impatience, unhappiness. Yes, those are only the good sides perhaps, but really, I feel like shit about the routine I'm going through almost everyday.

I want out. Even just for a little while.

What the fuck am I doing man.

Fresh.

2011-11-20T00:48:00.004+08:00

Kinda had the thought of wanting to just go to a different country where no one knows me at all. Have a fresh start. Looked back and I've made far too many mistakes that I'm ashamed of. Restarting life at 18 doesn't seem so much of a bad idea huh. Brand new people, brand new experiences, brand new lessons. I wouldn't mind that, but I guess I'd definitely miss whatever I have now. Friends, family, etc.

` jia RONG .

I had a life.

2011-11-18T23:45:00.002+08:00

Despite the whole fiasco that happened the next day, it was a fun night. Love the TSA peeps, lots of fun, awesome company. :)

` jia RONG .

For Good

2011-11-16T00:31:00.003+08:00

Seeing Kurt and Rachel perform, being so awestruck and fulfilled when they're on a Broadway stage... It's like they're so close to their dreams and they're so close to accomplishing it. They have something they are passionate about, something to work towards.

What is MY dream? Makes me wonder. WHAT IS MY LIFE?! So pointless. In a huge slump.

` jia RONG .

Lalala lilili~

2011-11-11T23:34:00.003+08:00

Woah when was the last time I did a proper blog entry? LOL. I got so lazy to update CDs of the months somemore. Maybe I'll do a 3-month one. Too lazy, too tired, too busy. So caught up with school work, and even more so for SPOH. And yet NO TIME is spent on myself. I just want to be able to sing out loud to myself without worrying about being too loud at home. Just alone at home, love the state of solitary, but not loneliness. Lalalalala

It's just so exhausting, I don't even know how I'm gonna handle it next year. Looking at how Anson is coping is really worrying. I'm pretty damn sure I'm not as much of a workaholic like her, HOW THE HELL AND I GONNA WORK THINGS OUT NEXT YEAR?! Worried ah. However, no matter how unhappy I am through this huge project, I am no doubt learning things. A lot of things.

In other news, I'm applying to go for overseas internship in London. Skew specifically. I love the environment and also the people there! Half of me is hoping to be able to get there, but the other half is just kinda reluctant, I feel so bad for my parents who have to pay for my expenses and shit. My frivolous spending on things that I don't need, and when opportunities like this come, I just feel really bad to ask for money to go there. Meh.

Anyway school-related work are kinda picking up for me. I was kinda bummed that my packaging design wasn't shortlisted by the client for consideration. It was the first time that I was actually pretty confident about my design but alas. Oh wells, let go, let go. Pretty happy with how my publication project is progressing, hopefully I might do well for this? We'll see. I don't know how I could go through the packaging period, I was REALLY BUSY, no shit. I guess like what Suik said, if we can all go through the ordeal that we are all facing now, everything else would just seem to be better. Insights, maybe I should appreciate this opportunity, but with so much unhappiness, I really don't know how. Hmm. That said, I'm pretty excited for the London's Calling Exhibition, though that would mean more work, but hey, I think it's gonna be fun!!

Hey Mr. Curiosity
Is it true what they've been saying about you
Are you killing me?
You took care of the cat already
And for those who think it's heavy
Is it the truth
Or is it only gossip
Call it mystery or anything
Just as long as you'd call me
I sent the message on did you get it when I left it
See this catastrophic event
It wasn't meant to mean no harm
But to think there's nothing wrong is a problem

I'm looking for love this time
Sounding hopeful but it's making me cry
Love is a mystery
Mr. Curious...

Come back to me
Mr. waiting ever patient can't you see
That I'm the same the way you left me
In a hurry to spell check me
And I'm underlined already in envy green
And pencil red
And I've forgotten what you've said
Will you stop working for the dead and return
Mr. curious well I need some inspiration
It's my birthday and I cannot find no cause for celebration
The scenario is grave but I'll be braver when you save me
From this situation laden with hearsay

I'm looking for love this time
Sounding hopeful but it's making me cry
And love is a mystery
Mr. Curiosity
Be Mr. please
Do come and find me, oh
Find me, find me, me

I'm looking for love this time
Sounding hopeful but it's making me cry
Trying not to ask why
Cause love is a mystery
Mr. curiosity
Be Mr. please
Do come and find me

Love is blinding when the timing's never right
Oh who am I to beg for difference
Finding love in just an instant
Well I don't mind, at least I've tried
Well I tried, I tried...

I can totally relate to this song.

` jia RONG .

P.S. Visit my portfolio site!! http://jia-rong.tumblr.com

2011-11-08T00:12:00.001+08:00

Oh my man I love him so
He'll never know
All my life is just despair
But I don't care
When he takes me in his arms
The world is bright, alright

What’s the difference if I say
I’ll go away
When I know I’ll come back
On my knees someday
For whatever my man is
I am his forever more

Oh my man I love him so
He’ll never know
All my life is just despair
But I don’t care
When he takes me in his arms
The world is bright, alright

What’s the difference if I say
I’ll go away
When I know I’ll come back
On my knees someday
For whatever my man is
I am his forever more

` jia RONG .

URGH.

2011-10-30T21:59:00.001+08:00

FUCKFUCKFUCKFUCKFUCKFUCKFUCK.

SEVEN DAYS WAR

2011-10-29T00:41:00.002+08:00

I wrote the word "revolution" in my notebook
I've got to climb the wall that blocks the way to tomorrow
I knocked on the closed door, still unable to talk
About the reasons for the broken glass and the knife marks on my desk

I don't want to destroy everything, I just want to search for something
I don't want to turn my back on everything, I just want to choose myself

Seven days war, I'll fight
Until I can get my hands on our place
Seven days war get place to live
So I can just be myself

"Communication", my voice won't reach you
Smashed shoes and a torn shirt
I can't follow the rules if I don't understand their meaning

I don't want to fight anyone, I just want to find myself
I don't want to hate anyone, I just want to convey my feelings

Seven days war, I'll fight
I won't let anyone have our place
Seven days war get place to live
So I can live without hanging my head

Seven days war, I'll fight
Until I can get my hands on our place, so do it now
Seven days war get place to live
So I can just be myself

Seven days war, I'll fight
I'll never give up our place to anyone
Seven days war get place to live
So I can live without hanging my head

Seven days war, I'll fight
So I can just be myself

This entire week has been so tiring and emotionally draining. I'll fight.

` jia RONG .

More than anything.

2011-10-07T20:37:00.001+08:00

Among the countless encounter, we meet each other and become friends
Sharing many feelings together, let's move towards the shining tomorrow
Let's cry together when it's hard, let's laugh together when it's fun
With everyone's love and smiling faces, I'll be able to become better
Since when did we start growing older, to become good adults in the eyes of the world
The things we believe in were different, the parts which we unyield to each other were also different
It's fine even though becoming one is not possible and on days we cannot meet
Because we are different people who have different colors, it's fine to draw a bright color
Saying "I want to hold you", always appear inside my heart
Let's make the stage together, "Thank you" I'm always grateful
My happiness is always obvious, oh my oh my today I've been in too much of a high spirit
Come here and let's sing together, let me listen to your singing voice
Within the different winds that passes
Why did we meet
If we can see the same stars now
We're just fine with that
Just only stars, Just only stars
blinking always breathe in us
Just only stars, Just only stars
blinking always breathe in us
We are here within the distance which we held hands, thinking that these are just what it is supposed to be
Sharing the sound, wind, light, joining it thus changed one path
Saying 10 years later is because we can see ourselves there from now on
Up till now, from now on and no matter when, thanks for being by our side
Even if there are sad times, laugh, cry, and forget it
Gathering even though we had no business, laughing at our meaningless talk
Even if we're apart, we're bound as one by the heart
Forever by your side I promise you
Within the different winds that passes
Why did we meet
If we can see the same stars now
We're just fine with that
To be able to meet with you, and the crying and laughing expressions
Are all my treasures, let's continue walking from now on
Within the different winds that passes
Why did we meet
If we can see the same stars now
We're just fine with that
Within the different winds that passes
Why did we meet
If we can see the same stars now
We're just fine with that
Just only stars, Just only stars
blinking always breathe in us
Just only stars, Just only stars
blinking always breathe in us

6-member NEWS will be dearly missed.

` jia RONG .

MINE.

2011-09-19T01:45:00.003+08:00

See, I'm not one who likes to share. So naturally, I'll get annoyed and pissed whenever people ask for stuff from me when they can obtain it themselves. Especially when it's people whom I hardly talk to. What's with your sudden interest in talking to me? Only wanting to get that something from me right?

FUCKING OBNOXIOUS.

People like this come to me all the time. Because most of the time, I like to take responsibility for things that I want. Myself. Don't have to bother others, don't have to wait somemore! Convenient, get the job done by myself. WHY CAN'T EVERYONE BE LIKE THAT?! I can understand if you have reasonable reasons why you can't get it yourself, or you are a close friend, BUT TO EXPECT IT LIKE I OWE THE WORLD TO YOU WHEN WE ARE MERELY ACQUAINTANCES?! That's fucking atrocious. Utter bullshit.

Eat shit and die.

To everyone I love.

2011-09-10T22:16:00.001+08:00

Didn't they always say we were the lucky ones.
I guess that we were once, babe, we were once,
but luck will leave you cursed, it is a faithless friend,
and in the end, when life has got you down,
you've got someone here that you can wrap your arms around.

So hold on to me tight,
hold on to me tonight.
We are stronger here together,
than we could ever be alone.
So hold on to me,
don't you ever let me go.

There's a thousand ways for things to fall apart,
but it's no ones fault, no it's not my fault.
Maybe all the plans we made might not work out,
but I have no doubt, even though it's hard to see.
I've got faith in us, and I believe in you and me.

So hold on to me tight.
Hold on, I promise it will be alright.
Cuz it's you and me together,
and baby all we've got is time.
So hold on to me,
hold on to me tonight.

There's so many dreams that we have given up.
Take a look at all we've got,
and with this kind of love,
and what we've got here is enough.

So hold on to me tight.
Hold on, I promise it will be alright.
Cuz we are stronger here together,
than we could ever be alone.
Just hold on to me,
don't you ever let me go.
Hold on to me, it's gonna be alright.
Hold on to me tonight.

They always say, we were the lucky ones.

` jia RONG .

Joy.

2011-09-04T23:56:00.002+08:00

This made me feel so... Happy. It made me look back at life and realise how much I've came. This isn't some Ayu song, but I'm sure as hell this is one of my first Japanese song that came to my life. I just love this so much. And it just made me realise J-Pop as brought me through numerous tough times. It's amazing, really.

One day, I want to be part of the crowd in Tokyo Dome and/or Yokohama Stadium, not even the singer you know, just be part of the audience. Looking at the performance made me want to be part of it so much. I see so much joy in people's faces, and also in Mr.Children. It's really great that so many music lovers are at one spot, enjoying and experiencing good music. I want that too. The feeling I have now, is just so indescribable. Fulfilled would be a total understatement.

Extremely cheesy but, music is a huge part of my life, and it probably will always be. Especially J-music. I don't think I'll ever give up on it completely, heck, I think I won't give up on it. At all. It plays such an important role in my life and I never want to let it go.

We embraced each other with our backs turned to the darkening city.
Those days seize my heart.
When my thoughtless words hurt you. And then you were gone.
These days, this miserable man reflecting in the window
has become dear to me as well.

Ah in the way that I do, I hold onto the dream I refused to throwaway
and keep walking to the end is that all right, mr. myself ?

All the time my heart goes along easily and gently
with this melody overflowing in my chest.
I'll climb the sunny slope, but before this, I'd like to meet you again somewhere.

Recently even our dinner topics are spoiled by business,
if we look at everything from so many angles
then we lose sight of ourselves.

Through a series of intricate relationships,
I can make the accounts balance but,
Ah you are unaffected in your quiet little life,
sometimes it's like you just let the wind decide your fate
Isn't that right, oh Miss yourself ?

Being hit by a weary June rain.
remembering the season I was full of love I sing !
Somewhere along the way I had forgotten but
show me something like a smile
and my uncertain feelings will be liberated
to the other side of the rainbow.

In street corners that keep changing,
the fragments of dreams come to life.
Oh except now,
and then just as I am, tomorrow as well I intend to continue on
toward this far away light in my chest. Is that all right, mr. myself?

All the time the melody overflowing in my chest,
my kind and gentle heart aches.
before I climb the sunny slope
it would be nice if we could meet again somewhere

At that time I'll be laughing, going to the other side of the rainbow.
Innocent World. eternally continuing innocent world.
- innocent world by Mr.Children

` jia RONG .

2011-09-02T02:34:00.001+08:00

What happened to the unusual smile you make?
If I cry now, I won't even be able to breathe
Someone is crying out from the reflection in the mirror
I realize that I'm not supposed to be like this

Hey, I wonder if you make a wish, will it still come true?
The dream that could not be erased
I felt like it was gone
Even if it's far away and can't be seen,
I will keep on believing
I will believe my dream my heart

Hey, why can't I picture the children I wanted anymore?
Even now, I should still be her but I'm not

When the voice of my heart can't be heard
Even if it stays locked as it is

Hey, I wonder if you make a wish, will it come true?
The dream that could not be seen
I felt like I could see it
Even if it's fragile and weak,
I will keep on protecting it
I promise that I will make a change

I'll be alright now even if I pretend to be tough
I'll be alright even if we run into each other
(Don't ever give up)
Because I can believe again
Because I can start running to anywhere

Even if something is still lost over and over
I know I can dream and dream forever

Hey, because if you still make a wish, it will come true
The dream that couldn't be erased
I felt like it was gone
Even if it's far away and can't been seen
Because it will surely reach me
I will believe my dream my heart
I will believe my dream my heart

Longing

2011-09-02T02:25:00.003+08:00

2 days ago, I had this dream right before I woke up. Dreamt of something that I've always wanted. It was perfect. I had an elder brother that I was close to. I felt really fulfilled in there, then I woke up and felt fucking horrible. So fulfilled, yet so empty. The feeling fucking sucks. I swear. It's been bugging me for the past few days already, and I hate it.

Sometimes it's really nice to be a single child, sometimes, it just sucks, a whole lot. I feel like the only reason why I like the state of solitude is because somehow I'm forced to get used to it that way. Every now and then, I feel really lonely at home, completely alone, with no one to talk to. Not a good feeling, it really isn't. I just want to have that feeling in my dream back again, or at least let me revisit my dream, something. I have to stay strong, stay independent. It has always been like that the past 18 years.

Fuck I sound so needy and attention seeking. But, ahh it's so heart-wrenching to type this...

July and August Purchases

2011-08-31T00:00:00.000+08:00

J-Pop:
1 August:

A 3D ayumi hamasaki ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~ and A 3D II ayumi hamasaki Rock'n'Roll Circus Tour FINAL ~7days special~ movie tickets.

FUCKING A 3D CONCERT MOVIE TICKETS Y'ALL. This is a very significant event in my Ayu fandom HAHAHA. I was so happy when this was announced and I told Travis immediately. We both bought the tickets and we already went for the first one already. IT WAS AMAZING. I felt like I was part of the audience and the so-so concert looked REALLY AWESOME in 3D!! Can't wait for the Rock'n'Roll Circus one omg.

10 August:

[1997.07.24] 安室奈美恵 - Concentration 20

Got this purely for the fact that it was really cheap and in good condition. Below US$10 okay!! Shipping inclusive!!! Worth it not, quite rare leh this album. Didn't expect much but the album's pretty decent actually! Just left with GENIUS 2000 and I have all of Namie's avex studio albums. Exciting siol.

11 August:

[2011.07.27] 安室奈美恵 - NAKED / Fight Together / Tempest (CD+DVD/First Press)

BOOM. 1997 to 2011. Namie has come a long way :'D Anyway got this single the next day, actually would've been on the same day as Concentration 20 if not for the fact that no one was home to receive it. ;_; But woot, I got it in the end. Looooove this single. The songs, the packaging, the covers. ♥

27 August:

[2011.02.16] テゴマス - 青いベンチ

WHEEEE. Bought this along with some stuff Travis bought from YesAsia cuz of the summer sale. $12 only!! Now I have both versions of the single!!

*am very happy*

Other Purchases:
22 July:

GokaiRed Ranger Key

Went all the way to Cineleisure to play the gasha and I got this on my first try!! Lucky or what. So happy. Worth the $3. Sigh, I'll miss this series so much, it's so good. ;_;

It flips up!! 8D

27 July:

iPhone 4 case

YET another case I bought from Gmarket. BUT THAT'S ONLY BECAUSE MY PREVIOUS ONE DIED!! Walao cheat my feelings lor!! When I first got it, it was sturdy, and had a nice grip, then now, it's in shit condition!! But that's because I didn't treat it well ahem. BUT STILL. Oh and the seller very nice, give me 2 free mirror films for the screen for free. Hurrr 8D

This past 2 months damn little purchases lor. Can't help it, financial crisis. SIGH.

Come on, time to go. The new world is calling us.
- Fight Together by Namie Amuro

` jia RONG .

Incompetency

2011-08-12T00:13:00.003+08:00

So much work piling up at the wrong time. It's so scary. Just because of what I have now, I feel like a fucking wuss for saying this, but I'm so worried that I can't handle this. I'm afraid, again. I really am. Somehow I feel like I'm not up for this. But if I'm not, what's next in the future? Hopeless? I don't want that to happen, hell no.

I have to get through this.

I'm legal bitches.

2011-08-08T23:33:00.003+08:00

I'm finally 18!!! Dance dance party party *booty poppin'*

This year's birthday celebration is the best I ever had. Probably because I never really had one. HAHAHA BUT HEY. I REALLY LOVE IT. I love the gang for organising and planning this whole thing. Thank you guys so much. Love the presents so much!! I'm so in love with the notice board filled with Bluntcards. Thanks so much for remembering guys. ♥

Birthday presents post to come on September.

Also, thank you H03 for being part of the surprise too. It was really awesome to know that the class actually cares :'D

Thanks to Xin Ying for the photo. A little Photoshopping was involved hehehehe.

I really can't thank everyone enough, especially the clique. I love you guys so very much. BRBCRYING.

And Travis your combo breaking wall post and lulz gfx HAHAHA. THANK YOU TOO. EXCITED FOR NEXT FRIDAY DSAKLHGSDG.

Teenage dream for the teenage circus, running around like a clown on purpose. Who gives a damn where your family comes from, no giving up when you're young and you want some.
- We Are Golden by MIKA

` jia RONG .

Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday.

2011-08-05T23:24:00.002+08:00

Advertising assignment is finally over. Though it really isn't, but it feels like the last submission of the semester. Ahh~ And here are two obligatory we-are-done-with-assignment webcam-ing!

Love them. They always make my day in school. ♥

Other news include me in need of a new mouse, I'm really addicted to Friends, and the A3D concerts!! OMG I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE A3D CONCERTS OKAY. Can't wait to go watch it with Travis. Another friend who makes me happy :3

Even now, that day, having met you, is treasure.
- Friends by Ai Otsuka

` jia RONG .

dfsklghsklgh

2011-07-30T23:33:00.001+08:00

I NEED MORE SPACE IN MY ALBUMS CABINET.

That is all.

Say if I were to die, just gaze at the stars in the night. They're smiling aren't they? That's me. Let's smile together and see, it's not sad after all.
- Yoru wa Hoshi wo Nagamete Okure by Tegomasu

` jia RONG .

Boom. Dead.

2011-07-24T22:27:00.004+08:00

So recently, I found out that my childhood barber is confirmed to be sentenced for death for drug possession and trafficking (1kg wtf). Then yesterday night, news about Amy Winehouse's death spreaded like wildfire on social media websites.

I was quite taken aback. It's all so... sadklghasldgashg

I'm feeling really weird about this. Initially, I didn't really feel some sadness or pity despite the guy being so nice to me back then. Feels so awkward. Amy's death was definitely a shock for me. Sure, drug overdose, but I didn't expect her to go so quickly. Despite her image, I thought she was a pretty talented singer. I mean, Valerie omg. I wasn't one of those who condemned her like crazy okay. I merely not cared for whatever she did HAHA. *obligatory dead person statement*

I guess what I'm driving at is that I'm pondering about life even more now. Somehow, these incidents serves as a wake up call. Well it's still unclear la, but I guess right now I will have to stop being so depressed about shit. Like really, even I'm getting annoyed at myself for getting so affected so easily. I didn't use to be like this.

Anywho, I'm gonna start treating things positively and take on whatever's coming my way. Hopefully I have the courage to do so. But, even saying all those nonsense, realistically, I'm still not confident about my future. Ahhh.

There's no going back from how you are now
- NAKED by Namie Amuro

` jia RONG .

Free & Easy

2011-07-15T11:54:00.001+08:00

Sometimes I ask myself,
how much farther will I have to go?

I hear your voice.
I hear a voice saying "don't give up"
I remember the words
"Your happiness is my happiness"

If you're tired of denying things
and seem as if you're not yourself...

Belive in me.
I'll always be here.
The proof that you're alive
exists inside of me.

In this, this dirty city,
you're the person who
gathers up and shows me
something beautiful.

I hear your voice.
I hear a voice saying "don't give up"
Believe in me.
I'll always be standing here.

In this, this dirty city,
you're the person who
gathers up and shows me
something beautiful.

I'll always protect you,
so you never ever lose
that which you have clutched
close to your heart.

Sometimes I ask myself,
how much farther will I have to go?

` jia RONG .

Honeymoon period

2011-07-14T12:46:00.003+08:00

POW.

Hayyyyy gaiz. Life's pretty tiring these few weeks and I expect it to be the same till January. Hmm :\

Anyway yesterday was a pretty frustrating day. Was so stuck during the SPOH brainstorming session. I'm really worried that I won't live up to expectations. I felt so bad because I couldn't come up with any solid suggestions during the meeting. I'm really starting to believe that I'm not up for this...

Anyway, after TSA, I was waiting for Sui Kee at the studio but ended up helping the HIVE committee with the preparation for the event later on because I figured that it wouldn't very very nice if I just sat there and stared. It was pretty fun and I think I'm starting to feel quite attached to those guys lol.

But again, I shouldn't be so chummy so quickly. It's still the honeymoon period. Look what happened to how I'm feeling about TSA now. Aha.

Feeling so bleh whenever I go to school this term. It's like I have no energy for it at all. Plus all these assignments. THE RELUCTANCE TO DO THEM. T_T I will pull through, I have to.

You said it, that final lie
- Yasashii Uso by Acid Black Cherry

` jia RONG .

2011-07-02T17:40:00.002+08:00

I quietly lean against your sleeping form
And feel happy because of your warmth

I will never take you for granted
I want us to stay together
And to stay the way we were
When we first met

Let’s recite words of love
To send them into the distance eternally
And then we will definitely go
To a future filled with happiness

The words of our promise may be intangible
But our connected hearts will never forget those words

I’ll sing words of love
For you who won’t lose to anyone
We hold our dream to our hearts
And move on to a promising future

I want to be able to sing this to someone. Someday.

Thoughts.

2011-06-30T01:02:00.003+08:00

Hey guys! What's up. Hope you guys have seen the new watermark in my collection photos (albeit not so obvious). And by 'you guys', I mean the measly, close to 0 amount of readers I have now, but I thank everyone of you because I know the readers now are all my friends heh. ♥

Anyway, here's a clearer view of the new watermark!

You can see me stanning over my favorite font (ITC Avant Garde) and I did a few adjustments to the letters here and there and I really like it! And if you don't like it, well, haters gonna hate.

Oh and I recently fell in love with this camera app on my iPhone, it's called "ClassicTOY" and they basically give you the features of like, various lenses used on different toy cameras and you get to choose the type of films you wanna use and stuff like that. All in all it's very awesome la! Here's a photo I took that I kinda liked.

NICE RIGHT!! I love the colors and all. I took many more photos la but I didn't want to show them all.

AND AND AND. GLEEKS. PLEASE WATCH THE GLEE PROJECT NOW!! Oh my god. I'm so hopelessly in love with Cameron and Damian. It's really bad. For the whole day, I've been thinking about them leh! That's how obsessed I am!! But I'm loving it. Those 2 guys are amazing.

Hehehehehehe ♥

My cough is like showing no signs of healing now lor, I'm fucking annoyed. CLOSE TO A MONTH ALREADY!! Actually it's an on off thing because I'm so irresponsible when it comes to treating my throat. Sighh. Need more discipline. Time for another dosage of cough syrup and off to sleep I guess. Can't wait for cough and assignments to be over.

Do check out my collection post right below this!!

Everyone says that general solutions are the best and you can say that it's somehow practical. But you can't gain perfection that way so general solutions won't satisfy me.
- Dream Fight by Perfume

` jia RONG .

My J-Pop Collection - Half of 2011

2011-06-30T00:00:00.001+08:00

JUNE!!! Collection update bitches!

Click here for 2010's update!!

Albums
[2010.04.21] テゴマス - テゴマスのあい (Limited Edition)
[2009.07.15] テゴマス - テゴマスのうた (Limited Edition)
[2010.12.22] 浜崎あゆみ - Love songs (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.03.25] 浜崎あゆみ - NEXT LEVEL (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.09.10] 浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ (3CD+DVD/First Press/Taiwan Press)
[2008.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY (CD+DVD)
[2007.02.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -WHITE- (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2007.02.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -BLACK- (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2006.11.29] 浜崎あゆみ - Secret (CD+DVD)
[2006.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - (miss)understood (CD+DVD)
[2004.12.15] 浜崎あゆみ - MY STORY (CD+DVD/First Press Cover B)
[2003.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - Memorial address (CD+DVD)
[2003.03.12] 浜崎あゆみ - A BALLADS (First Press/Cover D)
[2002.12.18] 浜崎あゆみ - RAINBOW (First Press)
[2002.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - I am... (First Press)
[2001.03.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST (Limited Edition)
[2000.09.27] 浜崎あゆみ - Duty
[1999.11.10] 浜崎あゆみ - LOVEppears
[1999.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - A Song for ××
[2011.03.02] 倖田來未 - Dejavu (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2010.02.03] 倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.01.28] 倖田來未 - TRICK (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2008.01.30] 倖田來未 - Kingdom (CD+2DVD/Limited Edition/First Press)

[2007.03.17] 倖田來未 - BEST ~BOUNCE & LOVERS~ (CD+DVD)
[2006.12.20] 倖田來未 - Black Cherry (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.03.08] 倖田來未 - BEST ~second session~ (CD+2DVD/Limited Edition)
[2005.09.21] 倖田來未 - BEST ~first things~ (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2005.02.09] 倖田來未 - secret (CD+DVD)
[2004.02.18] 倖田來未 - feel my mind
[2002.03.27] 倖田來未 - affection
[2009.12.16] 安室奈美恵 - PAST < FUTURE (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.07.30] 安室奈美恵 - BEST FICTION (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY (CD+DVD)
[2005.07.13] 安室奈美恵 - Queen of Hip-Pop (First Press)
[2004.03.31] 安室奈美恵 - 181920 & films (CD+DVD)
[2003.12.10] 安室奈美恵 - STYLE
[2000.12.20] 安室奈美恵 - break the rules (First Press)
[1996.07.22] 安室奈美恵 - SWEET 19 BLUES (First Press)
[2008.12.17] 大塚愛 - LOVE LETTER (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.26] 大塚愛 - LOVE PiECE (CD+DVD)
[2007.03.28] 大塚愛 - 愛 am BEST (CD+DVD)
[2005.12.14] 大塚愛 - LOVE COOK (CD+DVD)
[2004.11.17] 大塚愛 - LOVE JAM (CD+DVD)
[2004.03.31] 大塚愛 - LOVE PUNCH (CD+DVD)
[2007.06.27] 小池徹平 - pieces (Limited Edition)
[2010.09.15] NEWS - LIVE (Limited Edition)
[2008.11.19] NEWS - color
[2007.11.07] NEWS - pacific
[2005.04.27] NEWS - touch
[2009.02.11] AAA - depArture (CD+DVD)
[2008.03.05] AAA - ATTACK ALL AROUND (2CD+DVD/First Press)

[2010.09.22] 倖田來未 - 好きで、好きで、好きで。 / あなただけが　(CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.07.07] 倖田來未 - Gossip Candy (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.01.20] 倖田來未 - Can We Go Back (CD+DVD)
[2009.09.16] 倖田來未 - Alive / Physical thing (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.07.08] 倖田來未 - 3 SPLASH (CD+DVD)
[2008.10.08] 倖田來未 - TABOO (CD+DVD)
[2008.06.11] 倖田來未 - MOON (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.01.23] 倖田來未 - anytime
[2007.09.12] 倖田來未 - 愛のうた (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.03.14] 倖田來未 - BUT / 愛証 (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.10.18] 倖田來未 - 夢のうた / ふたりで… (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.07.26] 倖田來未 - 4 hot wave (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2005.06.22] 倖田來未 - Butterfly (CD+DVD)
[2010.07.28] 安室奈美恵 - Break It / Get Myself Back (CD+DVD)
[2009.03.18] 安室奈美恵 - WILD / Dr. (CD+DVD)
[2007.04.04] 安室奈美恵 - FUNKY TOWN
[2006.05.17] 安室奈美恵 - CAN'T SLEEP, CAN'T EAT, I'M SICK / 人魚 (CD+DVD)
[2004.10.14] 安室奈美恵 - GIRL TALK / the SPEED STAR (CD+DVD)
[1999.09.01] 安室奈美恵 - SOMETHING 'BOUT THE KISS
[1999.03.17] 安室奈美恵 - RESPECT the POWER OF LOVE
[1999.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - LOVE ~Destiny~
[2008.09.10] 大塚愛 - クラゲ、流れ星 (5th Anniversary Version)
[2008.05.21] 大塚愛 - ロケットスニーカー / One × Time (CD+DVD)
[2007.07.25] 大塚愛 - PEACH / HEART (CD+DVD)
[2007.02.21] 大塚愛 - CHU-LIP (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.08.02] 大塚愛 - ユメクイ (CD+DVD/First Press)

[2005.07.13] 大塚愛 - ネコに風船
[2009.06.24] 小池徹平 - キミだけ
[2010.11.03] NEWS - Fighting Man (Limited Edition)
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール (Limited Edition)
[2009.04.29] NEWS - 恋のABO (Limited Edition)
[2008.10.01] NEWS - Happy Birthday (Limited Edition)
[2008.02.27] NEWS - 太陽のナミダ (Limited Edition)
[2007.11.07] NEWS - weeeek
[2007.11.07] NEWS - weeeek (Limited Edition)
[2007.03.21] NEWS - 星をめざして
[2007.03.21] NEWS - 星をめざして (Limited Edition)
[2006.03.15] NEWS - サヤエンドウ / 裸足のシンデレラボーイ (Limited Edition)
[2005.07.13] NEWS - TEPPEN (Limited Edition)
[2008.08.27] AAA - MUSIC!!! / ZERØ (CD-Extra ver.)
[2006.09.06] AAA - "Q"
[2006.05.31] AAA - ハリケーン・リリ、ボストン・マリ
[2005.12.07] AAA - DRAGON FIRE
[2005.09.14] AAA - BLOOD on FIRE

DVDs/VCDs
[2011.05.11] ﾃｺﾞﾏｽ - 2nd ﾗｲﾌﾞテゴマスのあい (Limited Edition)
[2010.01.20] テゴマス - 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~テゴマスのうた~ (Limited Edition)
[2011.03.30] 浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Tour FINAL ~7days Special~ (DVD)
[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~
[2009.05.13] 浜崎あゆみ - PREMIUM COUNTDOWN LIVE 2008-2009 A
[2009.01.28] 浜崎あゆみ - ASIA TOUR 2008 ~10th Anniversary~ Live in TAIPEI
[2008.06.18] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2007-2008 Anniversary
[2008.03.12] 浜崎あゆみ - ASIA TOUR 2007 A ~Tour of Secret~ "LIVE + DOCUMENTARY"
[2006.11.01] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2006 A ~(miss)understood~
[2006.03.23] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2005-2006 A
[2005.08.24] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2005 A ~MY STORY~
[2004.09.29] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2003-2004 A (2VCD)
[2004.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - A museum ~30th single collection live~
[2003.01.29] 浜崎あゆみ - STADIUM TOUR 2002 A
[2003.01.29] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2002 A (2VCD)
[2001.12.12] 浜崎あゆみ - DOME TOUR 2001 A (2VCD)
[2000.03.29] 浜崎あゆみ - HAMASAKI AYUMI (First Press)

[2011.05.18] 倖田來未 - 10th Anniversary ~FANTASIA~ in TOKYO DOME (DVD)
[2010.10.06] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2010 ~UNIVERSE~
[2010.03.10] 倖田來未 - 2009 TAIWAN LIVE
[2008.09.24] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2008 ~Kingdom~ (Limited Edition)
[2008.03.31] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2007 ~Black Cherry~ SPECIAL FINAL in TOKYO DOME (Limited Edition)
[2007.03.28] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2006~2007 ~second session~ (Limited Edition)
[2006.09.13] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2005 ~first things~ deluxe edition
[2010.12.15] 安室奈美恵 - PAST < FUTURE tour 2010 (DVD/First Press)
[2009.09.09] 安室奈美恵 - BEST FICTION TOUR 2008-2009 (DVD/First Press)
[2008.02.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY tour 2007
[2004.09.23] 安室奈美恵 - SO CRAZY tour featuring BEST singles 2003-2004
[2010.12.22] NEWS - DOME PARTY 2010 LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! DVD! (Limited Edition)
[2009.11.04] NEWS - LIVE DIAMOND (Limited Edition)
[2008.08.13] NEWS - CONCERT TOUR pacific 2007 2008 -THE FIRST TOKYO DOME CONCERT- (Limited Edition)
[2007.08.08] NEWS - Never Ending Wonderful Story

Glee
Glee: The Music, Volume 4
Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show
Glee: The Music, Journey to Regionals
Glee: The Music, The Power of Madonna

Collectibles
増田貴久 - さくらガール PV Shop photo
増田貴久 - Fighting Man PV Shop Photo x2
浜崎あゆみ - Unofficial mini-scroll (Autographed)
浜崎あゆみ - forgiveness Poster (Unofficial)
浜崎あゆみ - A BALLADS Poster
浜崎あゆみ - (miss) understood Promo Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - Secret Poster
浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -BLACK- Poster
浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY Poster (Double-Sided)
浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World Poster (Jacket A)
浜崎あゆみ - Days / GREEN Poster
浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle Poster (CD+DVD cover)
浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle Poster (Manga version)
浜崎あゆみ - NEXT LEVEL Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Mug Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Mirror
浜崎あゆみ - You were.../BALLAD Poster
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Poster (CD+DVD Cover)
浜崎あゆみ - Love songs Poster
浜崎あゆみ - crossroad Poster (1st - 25th single cover collage)
浜崎あゆみ - No way to say magnet
浜崎あゆみ - INSPIRE Mini-CD
浜崎あゆみ - off my day Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - on my way Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Jacket Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - uraayu -裏歩-
浜崎あゆみ - CDでーた (2007 March issue)
浜崎あゆみ - Panasonic D-Snap/D-Dock Pamphlet
浜崎あゆみ - ViVi デジデジ日記 vol. 90 (Clippings)
浜崎あゆみ - TeamAyu exclusive 10th anniversary phone strap (Black)
倖田來未 - Driving Hit's Poster
倖田來未 - Out Works & Collaboration Best Poster
倖田來未 - Can We Go Back Poster
倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" Poster
倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" Promo Poster
倖田來未 - オリ★スタ (09/1/26 issue)
倖田來未 - BEST ~first things~ photobook
倖田來未 - BEST ~second session~ photobook
倖田來未 - PREMIUM LIMITED LIVE IN HALL In Yokohama Arena Photobook
倖田來未 - 倖田歴
倖田來未 - Dejavu Jacket Sized Calendar
安室奈美恵 - PAST < FUTURE Poster
安室奈美恵 - break the rules First Press Photobooklet
安室奈美恵 - Queen of Hip-Pop Stickers
安室奈美恵 - ViVi April 2008 Issue (Clippings)
大塚愛 - クラゲ、流れ星 Sticker
大塚愛 - 5th Anniversary Comment Card
大塚愛 - CHU-LIP Sticker
小池徹平 - pieces Poster
テゴマス - 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~テゴマスのうた~ photobook
NEWS - CONCERT TOUR pacific 2007 2008 -THE FIRST TOKYO DOME CONCERT- photobook
NEWS - LIVE DIAMOND photobook
NEWS - Unofficial wristband

P.S. How do you like the new watermark? :D

` jia RONG .

May and June Purchases

2011-06-29T00:00:00.001+08:00

J-Pop:
May 13:

[1996.07.22] 安室奈美恵 - SWEET 19 BLUES (First Press)

FINALLY got this! Watched this item for like the longest time ever on eBay but never really got around buying it. I wonder why though. It's dirt cheap! S$10 and free shipping from Hong Kong! Japan press somemore. Tell me this deal where can miss? Rare like shit leh this album. Well not really. STILL.

May 21:

[2011.03.30] 浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Tour FINAL ~7days Special~ (DVD)

OH. MY. GOD. THIS IS LIKE, HER BEST CONCERT NEXT TO MY STORY TOUR!! I seriously, seriously love this. No big costumes, yes. BUT AWESOME THEATRICS!! Ayu played them out so well. And even the rimbaud section, which was basically just her in a dress, singing barefooted. It was just so, amazing. It was so heartfelt and beautiful. But not only that, I seriously enjoyed the whole concert!! It's been a while since I've felt that way. The last time I felt that way was, well, when I first watched AT05. Ahh I wish Ayu would do fucking awesome tours like these forever. Not that her previous tours weren't awesome, they just aren't as good.

June 14:

[2011.05.18] 倖田來未 - 10th Anniversary ~FANTASIA~ in TOKYO DOME (DVD)

Got this from Travis that day and I watched it immediately after I came home!! It was so good! I really love this concert. Not because it had lots of grand theatrics or effects. In fact, imo this concert is pretty stripped down as compared to UNIVERSE tour/Dream Music Park but the whole meaning of this concert is just so significant and beautiful. :'D Kuu, I love you with all my heart and I hope for better years ahead in your career!!! ♥

June 23:

[2011.05.11] ﾃｺﾞﾏｽ - 2nd ﾗｲﾌﾞテゴマスのあい (Limited Edition)

I woke up early for this!! HAHA. But it was worth it. So worth it. It's Tegomasu, c'mon. This concert was so good!! I like it more than the first one tbh, and the first one was really awesome too! I don't know, maybe it's just because I'm biased, BUT THEY WERE REALLY GOOD I SWEAR. DAT SCREEN ON THE MAIN STAGE. And Massu playing the keyboard ahhh *swoon* I can't wait for their next album and next tour. I love Tegomasu so much omg ♥ ♥ ♥

Other Purchases:
May 3:

Daler Rowney sketchbook

You may be thinking, why the hell is Jiarong posting an insignificant purchase in this post?! Well, this sketchbook is ~*special*~!! It has perforated sides!! So you can tear out without all those horrible and ugly frills!! WOAH!!!111

AMAZING RIGHT?!

Ahem.

May 6:

iPhone 4 case

That's right~ I bought another case because the previous snap-on one was chipping here and there I figured I had to get a new one. Sabrina suggested me to get one from Gmarket and I did! Not bad leh, quite cheap and the transaction went smoothly. Came in good condition somemore. Will buy from there again.

Back. Isn't my portfolio just so glorious in it's obviously perfect state?

With TSUBASA inside.

Don't ask me why I used a black backdrop for something black.

May 14:

SanDisk Cruzer Edge 8GB Flashdrive

Aiya, the packaging made it look so purdy but in the end when I slide out, the thing was so ugly leh!! But buy already, oh wells. At least it's like, 8GB. Vast difference from my previous 1GB one (got virus somemore wtf).

Fuglehhhh

June 13:

iforgotwhichbrandthisisfrom Notebook

SO PRETTY OMG. I was with my friends at Bras Basah after the disappointing NAFA diploma grad show and then we went to Cat Socrates cuz they had a sale and they wanted to check it out. So I went with them, and there were loads and loads of pretty stuff. Then I saw this notebook, and I immediately fell in love with it. But I was like, contemplating if I should get it or not. But in the end I got it la obviously. It's so nice leh! I love the cover too, so witty.

Different paper sections inside! The white one is of different gsm and texture than the brown one!

♥

Collection update post tomorrow! (with new watermark hehehe)

You will keep walking. You will keep singing. Even if a painful reality is waiting for you, I know you will keep going
- walk by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

2011-06-27T23:38:00.001+08:00

I don't know why I'm remembering now something I asked
a person from somewhere long ago whose face I don't even remember.
It was something about how, surprisingly soon, important things will be rolling
by my side, and that they're things you can't see.

While saying something about how we were born imperfect, so
in order to become perfect we... la la la...

When was I able to believe in unseeable things?
Now I see too much and don't understand.

Only unrelated words are lined up on the paper.
I get the feeling that I wrote a poem or something, la la la...

If I find an important thing I won't tell anyone.
I'm very strong when I have something I must protect.
Didn't I say I couldn't stay in a place that's always the same?
Let's leave this city together before the sun rises.

While saying something about how we were born imperfect, so
in order to become perfect we... la la la...

Sharing one's pain and sadness
is easier said than done. If I could I would.
Didn't I say I couldn't stay in a place that's always the same?
Let's leave this city together before the sun rises.

Gah

2011-06-08T00:15:00.001+08:00

Decision making...

Y'know, that fear of dying didn't come out of nowhere, or just random paranoia. Okay maybe sometimes I'm just extremely paranoid LOL. But I really do have my reasons! Now I'm seriously contemplating if I should go to USS just for my safety. Hmmm.

I don't know, I don't know, I don't know, I don't know. :(

` jia RONG .

BORING INTERWEBZ.

2011-06-07T00:42:00.004+08:00

I'm bored so I shall blog about something... Let's see, what shall I blog about?

OH.

~*~*~*~*~*~*PEOPLE THAT INSPIRE ME*~*~*~*~*~*

Hehehehe actually I kinda wanted to do this kinda post for a very long while already lor. But I didn't really get around doing that. I thought it was really lame and it's like a post a politically-correct celebrity would make. BUT WHATEVER. I'M BORED.

Umm let's see...

Kurt Hummel
After watching Glee, after getting to know his character. I've became more open about my sexuality, became more open about my personality/preferences, became more open about myself essentially. He and his struggles, the way he handles them... It isn't easy la, and I can totally relate to a lot of his problems. But ahh, what can I say, Glee is such an amazing show I believe everyone can relate to a character somehow.

Kurt, he really does inspire me to be myself. Fuck what people think about me! I still have insecurities la! But I learn how to handle them well. Instead of just showing my hostile side, making people hate me lol. Like in secondary school ahem.

Ayumi Hamasaki, Koda Kumi, and Namie Amuro
Their tough past and tough start of their careers really thought me how to persevere. How they faced rejection and obstacles. These women are so... Amazing. Now you know why I love them so much? Not only do they produce awesome music, they are like, my pillar of strength too. Yeah la, I know they wouldn't know my existence (except maybe Ayu EHEHEHEHEHEHE) but I think as an artist, if you manage to touch people's hearts, you are a successful one. Stay amazing! ♥

Eh you know actually it's just them leh LOL. AIYA YOU GET THE POINT. THESE PEOPLE ARE FREAKING AMAZING OKAY.

I'M SO EXCITED FOR LONDON WHEEEEE.

Okay bye I don't know what else to say.

It's not important how I'm viewed. What I need is how I should be.
- identity by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Holding back

2011-05-28T13:31:00.004+08:00

These past few weeks have been really tiring. TSA work, BDS CA, WEBD CA.

Yesterday was the submission for the first part of BDS and I felt kinda relieved after submitting my work. Was done with TSA work yesterday after school too. Ahh, t'was so exhausting. WEBD got pushed back to Monday so I guess I'll do it later.

Oh speaking of TSA, I CAN GO TO LONDON!! So exciting please. Can't wait for it. First time travelling out of Asia!! Plus it's London!! You may judge me. What I'm even more excited about though is the probability that the TSA may be going to New York next year. I SMELL BROADWAY!! I really hope that we can go to New York and not Melbourne. Not that I dislike Melbourne la but... NYC is just more appealing to me hurrrr.

Can't wait for the holidays, and get some proper rest. Some what. I slept for 10 hours and still feeling quite fatigued. Not has bad as yesterday but yeah.

Namie's new song has leaked in full and I LOVE IT!! Used as ONE PIECE's opening theme.

Oh and new blogskin is coming up pretty soon! Not that anyone really cares but...

--

Gotta learn to hold back, no matter how unappreciated I feel.

Never forget, we fight together.
- Fight Together by Namie Amuro

` jia RONG .

Trust? Maybe not.

2011-05-06T19:58:00.003+08:00

I'm so sick and tired of this. It feels like my parents don't even trust me with my work. They don't understand what I'm doing, they don't make the effort to ask, and not to mention never making the effort to listen when I'm explaining to them what I do.

So frustrating, all they think about when I'm on the computer till really late at night is because I'm mindlessly/aimlessly surfing the net. Very lame please.

It's like I can't really call my home a home anymore. I mean, sure I love my mum, but her not trusting me at times like this, it really saddens me.

I don't really have anywhere to exactly call it my 'home' either. I mean sure, my studio, with my course mates, that's considered my home. But there are times where I feel like I don't fit in. Sigh.

But that said, I definitely have a family for now (and hopefully till I die), and those are my friends from my clique right now. They really are like family to me, with or without a home. It's a really great feeling to go to school and being able to see them. :)

And Travis is like that cousin that I'm really close to. LOL.

Bleh, random thoughts. Also, I think a blister is forming on my pinkie toe of my left foot. I don't get how I can get that though, I mean none of the shoes I'm wearing are exactly new or hard. Stupid shit.

The origin of my power is no else but you
- Hashire! by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

Solemnization

2011-04-30T17:27:00.002+08:00

Congratulations to my cousin for getting married to such a beautiful girl! Hope they stay happy :D

You weren't always there for me, but we could laugh together at funny stories.
- teddy bear by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

March and April Purchases

2011-04-30T00:00:00.003+08:00

J-Pop:
March 10:

[2011.03.02] 倖田來未 - Dejavu (CD+2DVD/First Press)
倖田來未 - Dejavu Jacket Sized Calendar

Was so happy when I received the album because I've abstained from listening to it until I received my own copy and the album is really amazing! It's much better than UNIVERSE and TRICK! I really love this album and DMP is really enjoyable. :D

March 17:

[2006.07.26] 倖田來未 - 4 hot wave (CD+DVD/First Press)

I was pretty certain that it got lost in the mail (it was only late by 3 days though, oh paranoia~) but it didn't! Hehehehe, the seller wrote my address wrongly that's why it took quite a while. Awesome single with all the interludes and shit.

March 18:

[2005.09.21] 倖田來未 - BEST ~first things~ (2CD+DVD/First Press)

Gift from Karen. Re-discovered so many great tracks. Thanks again!

March 21:

[2006.10.18] 倖田來未 - 夢のうた / ふたりで… (CD+DVD/First Press)

Part of the rebuy plan. When somewhat. The original copy that I have was the CD Only. I bought this for the DVD! Speaking of which, I haven't watched it yet hehehe.

March 22:

[2007.02.21] 大塚愛 - CHU-LIP (CD+DVD/First Press)
大塚愛 - CHU-LIP Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - uraayu -裏歩-
浜崎あゆみ - INSPIRE Mini-CD

Ai items from Travis and Ayu items from Lian Ann (knew him from AYUNITE! and I bought these off him from eBay). Loved the single and thanks to Lian Ann for giving me the INSPIRE Mini-CD as a free gift! I really love it! :D

April 1:

[2004.02.18] 倖田來未 - feel my mind

Bought this album from AHS because it was just so cheap (US$9 inclusive of shipping)! Not a bad album, but it's not on the top of my list. It's worth collecting though, the cover is so beautiful! Now I'm just left with grow into one and I have all of Kuu's studio albums! And sadly, this is the only J-Pop related item I bought/arrived on April. :(

Other Purchases:
March 27:

JVC Gummy Earphones - Peppermint Blue

Yeah my previous hook-ons were driving me nuts so I decided to get a new pair. These earphones are damn good! It's pretty cheap for its design and audio quality (less than $20!) so it's really worth it. I really love it. 8D

April 6:

iPhone 4

I finally got myself a smart phone! Well, I didn't pay for it but... Yeah. I love this phone! So convenient and shit. :D

Oh and I bought a case along with it. Blue also, matchy with the earphones hehehehe.

I think I look like a douchebag for taking out my iPhone and checking for Twitter updates every 5 seconds. Sorry if this annoys you guys. DX And I do mean that. ;_;

The lovers, seemingly happy, hold hands and walk. It looks like everything is going perfectly, but only they know the truth.
- appears by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

What's going on with my life

2011-04-24T00:14:00.002+08:00

School has started.

8am class on the first day, rained really heavily, train was fucked.

DCOM sounds interesting.

I found out about Art Friend at Buona Vista through Xinying.

We had a logo assignment.

I started watching Hurricanger.

I'm even more of an Ayu stan.

That's pretty much it.

I won't lose my way anymore, I have no regrets. It was my destiny that I met you because you always give and teach me the meaning and the significance of my existence.
- Microphone by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

2011-04-23T16:05:00.000+08:00

I wish I could tie you up in my shoes make you feel unpretty too
I was told I was beautiful but what does that mean to you
Look into the mirror who’s inside there, the one with the long hair
Same old me again today heeaay

My outsides are cool my insides are blue
Everytime I think I'm through it’s because of you
I’ve tried different ways but it’s all the same
At the end of the day I have myself to blame
I’m just tripping

Chorus
You can buy your hair if it won’t grow
You can fix your nose if he says so
You can buy all the make-up that mac can make
But if you can’t look inside you find out who am I to
Be in a position to make me feel so damn unpretty
I feel pretty, oh so pretty
I feel pretty and witty and bright

Never insecure until I met you now I’m being stupid
I used to be so cute to me just a little bit skinny
Why do I look to all these things to keep you happy
Maybe get rid of you and then I’ll get back to me heeey

My outsides look cool my insides are blue
Everytime I think I’m through it’s because of you
I’ve tried different ways but it’s all the same
At the end of the day I have myself to blame
Keep on tripping

Chorys
You can buy your hair if it won’t grow
You can fix your nose if he says so
You can buy all the make-up that mac can make
But if, you can’t look inside you
Find out who am I to
Be in a position to make me feel so damn unpretty
I feel pretty, oh so pretty
I feel pretty and witty and bright
And I pity, any girl who isn't me tonight

Oh oh oh-oh ... tonight
(repeat)

(I feel pretty)
You can buy your hair if it won’t grow
(Oh so pretty)
You can fix your nose if he says so
(I feel pretty and witty and bright)
You can buy all the make-up that mac can make
But if you can’t look inside you
Find out who am I to
Be in a position to make me feel so damn unpretty
I feel pretty but unpretty

Out and about

2011-04-12T01:55:00.001+08:00

My holidays have been really uneventful.

` jia RONG .

2011-04-11T19:06:00.002+08:00

For some reason I think that this gif would be appropriate for a lot of situations.

From now on, nothing will shake me from my path
- Love goes like... by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

How exciting.

2011-04-05T18:43:00.003+08:00

Exciting things that's gonna happen

Cousin's getting married
iPhone 4

I think that's all. I have an amazing life.

If we never had the chance to meet each other, I wouldn't be able to smile the way I do now.
- Cherish by Ai Otsuka

` jia RONG .

2011-04-01T22:33:00.000+08:00

The summer has come again and again since then
But why am I looking back upon the past again
Tracing the footprints?

I remember everything even now
Your voice calling my name, your casual habits
I want to forget, and I don't want to forget

Did I choose the right way?
But I keenly understand there is no answer
Whomever I may ask it to

Please tell me some day that you are happy
And smile

I gently lock the memories away
Leaving them to be beautiful

This feeling, this feeling, go up into the sky
And be dispersed beautifully like a firework

Made me reflect. A lot.

` jia RONG .

:)

2011-03-31T01:43:00.003+08:00

Today was a really great day. That is all. :)

Cos baby you're a firework, come on let your colors burst. Make 'em go oh oh oh.
- Firework by Katy Perry

`jia RONG .

RESULTS.

2011-03-23T01:20:00.002+08:00

DE502A - The Revealing Eye in Digital Photography - A
SD0005 - Experience Design Methods - B
SD2102 - Visual Design Studio - B
SD303Z - History and Theory of Design - B+
ST6011 - Interactive Authoring - B+
SD2103 - Design Creativity and Cognition - B+
SD2101 - Drawing Studio - C+
LC1018 - Critical Reasoning Skills - D+

Semester GPA: 3

To be honest, I'm satisfied. :)

Not overjoyed or extremely happy la, but at the very least, I'm satisfied.

To begin with, I didn't expect myself to get a B for VDS because of the disaster that is of my crowbar assignment. But I guess my term works pulled me up. BIG TIME. Another module I'm pretty happy about is DS. I know la, you must be thinking. C+, HAPPY SIMI SAI?! But hey, at least it's an improvement from last sem's BDC (D+)!

As for CRS... FUCK YOU LA STUPID MODULE. No relevance to my course, stupid expectations, annoying lecturer. Pssh.

My target for the sem was at least a 3.0 for my GPA and I did hit it! Initially, I was pretty confident I could hit that target but after the personal feedback thing, my confidence totally dropped.

But nonetheless, I shall work harder the coming semesters. :D

From now on, I’ll always laugh and I swear we’ll be happy this time because all these memories will remain in my heart forever. I’ll never wanna be alone.
- Promise by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

walk.

2011-03-21T02:29:00.003+08:00

Now that I've come to think of it, my life's pretty messed up. I kinda like it most of the time, but sometimes I just hate it so much. It's really annoying.

I just, don't know what I wanna do with life. Maybe I'm just lazy, too lazy. Lazy to the extent where I won't get my ass up to do anything. So worthless please. I can't even get myself to do shit like exercise when I want to. Something inside me will just prevent me from doing stuff like that.

Annoying, pointless, useless.

I don't know why. I'm like just expecting something to appear in my life to lead me. To something. And I don't know what that is. I wanna know... I wanna do something about it, I don't know how. So screwed up man, so very screwed up.

So sick of living a life like that. No aims, no ambitions. Just going along with the flow. So useless. Like, what's the point of living if there's no exact purpose in the first place right? I'm like some sort of space wastage. I want something to look forward to at the end of all this, but there's like, nothing.

From current situations, I realise how fucking afraid I am. Afraid of everything. I wanna patch things up with so many people. People who hated me, some people from 4E2, Rachael, heck, sometimes even my father. I guess being afraid is also probably the reason why I have no ambitions huh. I mean, I'm not exactly a risk-taker. Wanting confirmation to every-single-thing. Bet I annoyed so many people with that trait of mine.

I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. I'm sorry for even existing.

Meh.

Pointlessrantblahblahnobodycaresstfu.

I want to do something about this, I just don't know how.

After-Glee thoughts

2011-03-16T14:24:00.007+08:00

Well I'm really happy that Klaine is finally official, and that Rachel is more well-loved by New Directions.

2 parts of the show struck me particularly hard. The whole Klaine thing and "Get It Right".

Klaine.. Haha Klaine's nice. I'm happy for them, I really am. Mmmm. I want a Blaine in my life. HAHA. ... ._.

About Get It Right... I think it reflects how I feel now perfectly. About DVMD, about my doubts, about how I think people think of me. I was kinda teary eyed when I saw Rachel sing this.

What have I done? I wish I could run
Away from this ship goin’ under
Just tryin’ to help, hurt everyone
Now I feel the weight of the world is
On my shoulders
What can you do when your good isn’t good enough?
When all that you touch tumbles down?
‘Cause my best intentions keep making a mess of things
I just wanna fix it somehow

But how many times will it take?
Oh, how many times will it take for me?
To get it right
To get it ri-igh-ight

Can I start again with my faith shaken?
‘Cause I can’t go back and undo this
I just have to stay and face my mistakes
But if I get stronger and wiser
I’ll get through this

What can you do when your good isn’t good enough?
When all that you touch tumbles down?
‘Cause my best intentions keep making a mess of things
I just wanna fix it somehow

But how many it times will it take?
Oh, how many times will it take for me?
To get it right

So I throw up my fist
I will punch in the air
And accept the truth that sometimes life isn’t fair
Yeah, I’ll send out a wish
Yeah, I’ll send up a prayer
And finally, someone will see
How much I care!

What can you do when your good isn’t good enough?
When all that you touch tumbles down?
‘Cause my best intentions keep making a mess of things
I just wanna fix it somehow

But how many it times will it take?
Oh, how many times will it take for me?
To get it right
To get it ri-igh-ight

Incoherent rant. Blah blah shut up Jiarong. I will get up, suck it up, and be happier. I will.

` jia RONG .

Doubt.

2011-03-14T22:33:00.005+08:00

This morning, I woke up and was feeling pretty good (despite being woken up by someone who called the wrong number), switched on my laptop, checked my email and I saw a receipt from Paypal, saying that I bought Fileserve's premium service at 2ish am. I wasn't even awake at that time leh!!

Wonder who did that, it's so stupid. But I just filed a dispute case to Paypal, hope it'd be resolved soon. And I'm not gonna lie, there were some instances today where I thought of the possibility of me sleep-walking... But I think I shall just assume it isn't me for now. US$34.99 GONE LEH IF IT ISN'T RESOLVED.

Before heading to school, I decided not to be so black-faced about it la because there is no point so... Meh.

Reached school, went to Shirlynn's office for the individual feedback debrief for the semester. When it came to my turn, part of me was still thinking about my Paypal case (albeit not very significant), and part of me was expecting negative feedback. But from what Shirlynn said, my performance was generally okay. But when she went into the details, it wasn't very good.

Basically I wasn't good enough. And to change, I have to start from myself... Changing the way I dress, etc. Don't really know what the think about this... Quite bemused. But I can say this, all this talking got me thinking about my choice even more. Amidst all the activities today, the thoughts still cloud up my mind... I enjoy my course yes, but am I up for it? Many times have I felt that way, but now...

Okay I shall stop, starting to sound like... Yeah.

Today is not a good day.

Now I look at you and think, even our late meeting was fate.
- Pearl Moon by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 10

2011-03-12T11:58:00.004+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

One person I can trust (orly) :

Meh, I don't wanna choose. 3 best friends, Travis, Sui Kee and Jeslynn, they are the people I can trust. I believe I can go to them whenever I need to talk to someone about stuff. ♥

AAAAND WITH THAT, I'M DONE WITH THE 10 DAY MEME. TEEHEE.

Japan's disaster was really devastating and really depressing. I really hope it'd be okay soon. I heard everything in Tokyo is back to normal, so that's great. But all the other affected areas... The pictures are just really heartbreaking.

I don't know, maybe it's because of the music, maybe it's because of how amazing their country is, but I find myself being very, VERY attached to Japan even though I haven't been there! When I heard about the news yesterday, I was like, well... It's Japan ^^; Then I realised it's an 8.9 magnitude earthquake, then reality really sank in. Japan is in a pinch now. It's really saddening to see all this happening. :(

My first instinct was to check if all my idols are okay, amidst worrying for Japan as a whole. Ayu has been retweeting emergency numbers and locations of shelter every minute, it kinda makes me proud as a fan to see this. Even when she is in Tokyo, which is one of the affected areas, she's still trying to help people in the middle of all the chaos. Ryota updated his blog yesterday night saying that he is okay too. Namie's in Rome so there's nothing much to worry about. Tego, Yamapi, and Ryo are confirmed safe. KoyaShige and Massu aren't 100% confirmed but many sources are saying that they are. I want to believe in that... Just got news that Kuu is safe so that's great. I'm pretty worried about Ai Otsuka though, she's pregnant and there's currently no news about her. Hope she's fine.

People say about fans being JUST concerned about their idols just because they asked about them first. Bullshit, it's only natural that people care about people that they know right? See how people care about friends and families in Japan first? Yeah, same logic.

Seeing how the Japanese people are calm and all in the videos, I'm kinda relieved. Knowing that they know how to be safe during an earthquake is really nice. If not, the death toll and number of injured people would definitely be higher now.

I hope everything goes back to normal soon. I hope Japan would be okay, and also all the affected countries. Meh, at times like this, I really Tokusatsu heroes are real man.

Long, long ago, in the far-off
past, this world was born.

In the ever-repeating history,
we have inherited life.

But from here, the only way
I can tell you this is by
singing this song.

Remember, just one more time
the form this world should have.
And please, don't forget,
please, please don't forget.

Surely no one was hoping for
any of those terrible things.

Hold the flowers to your heart,
and pray that they may some day bloom.

From here, the only way
I can tell you this is by
singing this song;

I'll be happy if you'd lend me
your ear, even just for a little bit.

Remember, just one more time
how we were born, crying, into this world.
Your dreams and hopes for tomorrow
are all in this world.

From here, the only way
I can tell you this is by
singing this song;

I'll be happy if you'd lend me
your ear, even just for a little bit.

Remember, just one more time
the form this world should have.
And please, don't forget,
please, please don't forget.

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 9

2011-03-11T17:59:00.002+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Two things I wish I could do:

1. Be a Sentai warrior

More specifically a Magiranger/Gokaiger. 8D I wanna be able to fight alongside awesome people and defend the world!! Though that would mean I have to be fitter and and to be fearless... And skinnier to look good in those spandex suits.... AHEM. See, if I'm a Magiranger, I'd be related to the Ozu family somehow!! Cast magic spells talk to an awesome magic cat, etc. If I'm a Gokaiger, I can be every other Sentai leh! Besides, I get to hang out with Marvelous, Don, Joe, Luka and Ahim. Those awesome people. ♥

2. Be a better person

Yeah.

Actually I wanna do a lot more stuff la, but these 2 are very current and they came to my mind first.

OH NO JAPAN T___T I hope everything is alright. :( My thoughts are with them.

Smile! Even if things are hard, the more painful things are, the more you should smile. Even if not for yourself, smile for someone else. You’ll gain strength from those smiling faces.
- Smile Maker by NEWS

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 8

2011-03-10T15:18:00.003+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Three words I can't go a day without using:

1. Like

Like, seriously. I think I'm from some chick flick show or something.

2. Fuck

Aiya, I'm vulgar like that, sue me la.

3. HAHAHAHAHA

Everyday, there'll definitely be things that would make me laugh one la.

And I always use these online, irl too, just not as often because there's very face-to-face interaction for me during the holidays because my social life is.... Yeah.

Boring day. Until the postman came!! It's my copy of Kuu's Dejavu! I haven't listened to the album actually because I wanted to be surprised when I receive my copy.

Anyway I just finished listening to the album and oh my goodness, this album is AMAZING. I realy love how the first half is so R&B and the second half is so J-Pop and the songs are all so awesome!!

My favorite album tracks are Aitakute, AT THE WEEK END, Melting, Hey baby!, Choi Tashi Life, Bambi and I Don't Love You !??

Passing By would've been one of the best songs in there but I think B. Howard's voice.... >_>

Oh and I went to Jurong Point to get lunch and the queue at Burger King was so long, it's hilarious. People are queueing because BK has this promotion now, $1 for a Tendergrill, so everyone decided to be cheapo and get it. I wonder how the people who are there for an actual meal would feel. LOL.

Today's been great so far. :D

I want this and that. I’m acting like a child. I feel like I’ve just woken up from a dream. I’ll do something new, let’s go!!
- Hey baby! by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 7

2011-03-09T21:49:00.002+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Four memories I won't forget:

1. Getting to know about J-Pop

I remember being really against J-Pop because I was blindly following the traditions around the family. I guess my family can be considered to be quite conservative/narrow-minded. My cousin was really into Ayu for a period of time and bought one of her albums and got scolded for buying music that he doesn't understand. So I guess I just went along with the crowd. But one fine day, Travis decided to bring his copy of the A museum VCD (lol old times) and we watched it together. I was pretty amazed la, Ayu's stage presence and the music and all. That kinda changed my mind about J-Pop. Then when ARENA TOUR 2003-2004 A was released, we watched it together in my house again and I got really into it.

Feeling curious, I found out more about J-Pop and then there was an advertisement promoting Namie's SO CRAZY tour then I got the VCD with my mum's money and I really liked her too. Then my tuition teacher gave me her copy of BEST OF J-POP (1998 one LOL) and then I got super into it, then I get more and more addicted, and here's where I am now lor. It's pretty amazing actually hahaha. It's almost 8 years and I'm still pretty passionate about it. It's a great genre of music. :)

2. My days in JWPS and JWSS Choir

I was Primary 3 where the JWPS Choir held the auditions and the instructor went one by one and I think I was the only who could sing in tune? (I know 8D) The instructor was all like OH YES, YOU ARE DEFINITELY JOINING. Then I was like, "Huh? Okay." Then I started going to practices and I realised how much I love singing. I AM THE SILVER TRAIN, ZOOOOOOOOM. The first SYF I went to, our school got a Bronze :( But whatever la, it was still fun and it was a great experience.

Then I went to JWSS and joined Choir. It was my first choice hehehe and the instructor picked me out from the class again. (8D 8D 8D 8D) and I was really amazed by the 4-part Choir because we only had 2 parts in Primary school. Then there were lots of opportunities for exposure and stuff la. SYF opening ceremony, Hong Kong exchange trip (which I didn't go), etc. And I was part of 2 SYFs, both Silvers. I really loved being part of the Melodious Eagles. Mr Yiong, Mr Goh, Ms Lin, Mrs Choo, the committee, everyone was awesome. Come to think of it right, the Melodious Eagles is kinda like New Directions (from Glee) because though there are some backstabbing and gossiping here and there, we actually work really well together. It was like a family, really heartwarming actually. :')

3. Entering SP and being part of Line62Crew

The enrolment forms were crazy confusing and I got really paranoid, afraid that the forms won't go through, or I did something wrong in the procedures somewhere, somehow. Then I won't have any education. How?! But it all turned out fine hehehehehe.

Then came the orientation program. I remember not liking 62 a single bit because no one really talked to me. But the entire atmosphere was quite quiet too la so I thought that it would turn out to be a really boring class but it all turned out great. The class is amazing, lots of fun memories, though the work was tiring, it all became fun because of everyone's company. Really grateful to be in that class. Yes I know I've said this a lot of times, whatever. ♥

4. Perak trip and the experiences with H03

The Perak trip was so much fun!! We bonded and lots of fun. Actually, maybe I shan't elaborate on this, can read what happened in the past entries!! Okay, I shall provide links.

Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3

I really loved our skit and the friends I made there. I hope for better days to come because the first sem together was really great! :D

Yesterday night, before I slept, I went to open up some of my albums and I realised why I love collecting J-Pop CDs already. It's just that sense of satisfaction and fascination I get when I receive the CD. I love the feeling and I got it back.

Today was really fun, hung out with my usual clique (without Kezia. SORRY T_T) at Jurong Point. Had lunch, hung around Starbucks, chatted, had dinner then walked around. It was fun. Actually halfway through right, I ran home because it was raining and I had to keep the laundry. Once I reached home right, I found out that Fucker already kept them lor!! Wasted, but at least I brought stuff out so we could do something with them. LOL. I watched Gokaiger (again), gave Jeslynn cartridge paper, played Dai Di, t'was fun~.

Feedback debrief this Monday, kinda nervous but kinda excited for it too. I'm kinda expecting my term 2 works to be shot down la, because they weren't exactly satisfactory. Oh wells.

CAN'T WAIT TO WATCH GLEE.

Now, I'm on a journey toward my dream. I can fly until I reach that faraway star's island playing and singing about the dream I tasted and struggling to reach your side...
- Yumekui by Ai Otsuka

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 6

2011-03-08T19:42:00.002+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Five things I can't live without:

1. Music.

I mean, who can?

2. The Internet

Can you imagine a day without explicitly telling the world what you're doing at the moment? Can you imagine a day with privacy? Can you imagine a day without unreliable information?!

Yep, knew you can't.

3. Water

Because I forgot what I wanted to type next.

4. Air

Shit!

5. Money

OH YES. THIS IS WHAT I WANTED TO SAY. HAHAHA. I'm constantly low on money la, but if I'm completely bankrupt, I don't know what I'm gonna do.

Today was rather unproductive. Like every other day. Woke up and fucker was watching a DVD in his room. Well that's good, he is minding his own business and I'm minding mine. Marathoned Timeranger and it's turning out to be a really great Sentai!

I watched Despicable Me yesterday and it was really disappointing. I thought it would be some amazing/mind-blowing/fantastic/etc. movie, but turns out to be a BORE. (I'm trying to make it seem like my post is really interesting with all the text styles. I don't think it's working.) I think other than the adorable minions, the movie isn't exactly worth watching. Wonder why everyone was going crazy over this movie. *Kanye shrug*

Oh and yesterday night, before I went to sleep, there was a fly in my room and it flew by my ear several times. FUCKING. HORRIFYING. I'm like, WHY THE FUCK ARE YOU TERRORIZING ME AT THIS HOUR. Didn't dare to sleep for an hour in fear of it going into my ear. I know right?

Fucker isn't working tomorrow, hopefully he doesn't kajiao me tomorrow too.

I tried to figure out why anything of worth is more fragile from what's not. This truth simply hurts too much...
- Sunadokei by Tegomasu

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 5

2011-03-07T16:18:00.003+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Six songs that I'm addicted to lately:

1. Alex Goot - Born This Way (Cover)

Here's some Alex Goot magic. I swear he is damn talented. And this is so much better than the original and that over hyped girl's cover! This deserves more recognition imo!

2. Alex Goot - Sensitivity

SO GOOD. It's very early 2000's. Back when English music was good. And the lyrics are so good too.

3. Lady Gaga - Speechless

WHAT?! JIARONG IS ADDICTED TO A GAGA SONG?! Yeah, that's right bitches! I'm OBSESSED with this song. It's just so meaningful, and I really love this power ballad. The meaning behind this song is just so... Amazing.

4. Tegomasu × HOME MADE Kazoku - Koi no Wana Shikake Masho ~FUNK THE PEANUTS no Theme~ (Cover)

No video because they got removed. :( It's a really great song. The energy and fun to it. It's just so happy~ If anyone wants the song you can come to me. But then again, no one really cares about my blog HAHAHA)

5. Kana Nishino - Distance

I never expected myself to like a Kana song but damn, this song is good! EVERYTIME EVERYWHERE.

6. Yamashita Tomohisa - Touch You

Wa CCB the videos for this song also got removed!! Anyway, like Distance, I never expected myself to like any album tracks from SUPERBAD because they are all western influenced songs. Catchy beats and... Yeah it ends at that. But this song is really good! It's the most played song from that album.

Wasted this day away by just using the laptop. What's new right? I finished watching RESCUE yesterday. IT WAS SO GOOD. ;_;

Then I wanted to spam-watch Timeranger but Veoh decided to be an ass and stopped the streaming from Episode 4 onwards. Tsk, then I went on to watch Precious. The movie was good! I've been wanting to watch the movie for so long and I finally did! I think the plot was really good, they followed the book pretty closely. Direction wise, it's pretty raw and pretty confusing at times (like duing the flashbacks and imaginations) but it's still good.

Watched Date Night just now and it was HILARIOUS!! Tina Fey and Steve Carell. Awesome pairing. XD I might watch Despicable Me later~

I'll give you a gentle song so that you can believe in eternity forever
- MOON by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 4

2011-03-06T16:41:00.003+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Seven fears/phobias:

1. Dying
I think something's wrong with me. LOL. I don't wanna die. T_T Recently, I had a heartburn randomly at night before I was about to sleep, and I daren't close my eyes for a few moments because I'm afraid that I won't wake up the next day. And when I jay walk, I'll be ESPECIALLY careful. If there's a incoming car, I'll be like OMGOMGOMGOMG *runs to safe area* or just go AHHHH.

So people, when I do this kinda things, most of the time, I do mean it. Makes me think twice about learning to drive. "SHOULD I TURN NOW SHOULD I TURN NOW. WHAT IF HIS CAR KNOCKS ONTO MY CAR."

2. Not being able to get my point across
I don't like to be misunderstood. Sometimes I can be apathetic about it la, but other times, I'll just be very scared. What if the person misunderstands me then it's something that would jeopardize our relationship? What if it's something that would cause even more people to hate me? DNW.

3. Losing my friends
They are just so rare to me. After secondary school I've realised that good friends are really hard to come by, so I really do treasure them a lot. Losing them would cause me to be very, very sad. And I don't want that to happen. ;_;

4. Becoming deaf/mute/both
No singing, not even listening to music. Kill me please.

5. My collection disappearing
I have this irrational fear sometimes that my collection might magically vanish and gone. All my hard work, all my precious CDs/DVDs/whatnot. :(

6. Direct eye contact with strangers
Don't like staring, don't like to be stared at. Walao, later offend them how? Which brings me to my next fear...

7. Getting attacked
Especially those chao ah bengs/ah lians. Stare stare stare, next thing you know, POW BAM WHAM. Bruises all over my body. Or worst, getting slashed, then cannot go to school, then my future ruined. AHHHHHHH SO SCARY DX

Went to meet Cheng Chong to sell my copy of Yume no Uta/Futari De... because I found the CD+DVD first press on eBay. Gonna get it soon, can't wait!

Anyway, yeah la, met him at Tiong Bahru MRT station then I almost forgot to collect the money and wanted to leave already. Luckily he was honest lor. If not, wa, lose the single, lose money. Sad lifez.

Yep, just me being me. (Taken from Facebook)

I'm very addicted to RESCUE now. Although I'm gonna finish the series pretty soon. (In like, an hour's time) I really love the show man! Initially I watched it because of Massu. But as the episodes go along, it's pretty much for the plot. Every character has so much depth and story in them and they are being portrayed so well in just 9 episodes! It's very interesting and intense also la so. OH AND MASSU IS SO MANLY INSIDE. HAHAHAH ♥

I’ll run, facing the wind no matter how painful things are. Because there’s a brighter future there, I’m able to picture the things I want to obtain. So I take one more step foward towards happiness.
- WIND by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 3

2011-03-05T18:25:00.002+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Eight things that annoy me:

1. Myself for forgetting things so easily.
Like seriously, yesterday night, I knew EXACTLY what I was gonna write for this entry, but now, BAM. Forgotten. FML.

2. How indecisive I can get.
MAKE UP YOUR DAMN MIND JIARONG. I still don't know T_T

3. How slow people can get.
I'm a total hypocrite for saying this but, IT'S SO ANNOYING WHEN PEOPLE ARE SO SLOW IN DOING THINGS. It's like, HELLO, this can be done in 5 minutes but nooooo, you decided to be an ass and take 10 years to do it. _|_

4. Hypocrites.
Except myself. I think.

5. People who judge me because of my fandoms.
Oh I'm sorry for not listening/loving whatever you listen to/love. Geez, at least I don't go crazy over Ke$ha or fall in love with random shit like, oh I don't know, wires maybe?

6. People who judge me because I'm bisexual.
Yes, I'm bi. What are you gonna do about it? Fuck you.

7. "Swearing is so uncivilised"
AIYA FUCK YOU LA. People who say that are just plain pretentious imo. I have more class and smarts than you ever will. I'm assuming because people who say that usually swear afterwards. AH SEE, HYPOCRITE. ANNOYING X 2.

8. How I love to hold on to things that wouldn't be worth it.
... Yeah.

Today wasn't productive at all. 8D

But I've spent my time wisely by watching RESCUE and random stuff. I'm so tempted to get so many things on eBay but my financial status isn't allowing me to do so. FUCK YOU POOR SELF. T___T

I'm contemplating on so many things right now too, and I can't seem to find a solution for them. Ahhh FML.

A small adventure with a handwritten ticket I gathered the fragments of my dreams. You can say it's an aspiration but I felt like I could fly on these toy wings.
- Endless Summer by NEWS

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 2

2011-03-04T19:32:00.002+08:00

Day One: Ten random things about yourself.
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Nine things I do everyday:

Sing
Stare at my iTunes library
Judge people for all the wrong causes
Become all philosophical and shit
Sit in front of my computer like some lazy ass (I kinda am)
Play god and control virtual people
Laugh at random shit on Tumblr
Trying to avoid eye contact with my father
Shit-Pee-Whatever you do at the toilet

Today was pretty slow. I'm pretty sad that I have such bad memory. Went to deposit some money and updated my bank book. It shows that I spent $28ish on something that I can't remember. FML. I think my future family will be a very sad one. Must constantly update and remind myself on what I use my money on. Hmm, maybe I should do that from now on. Shiiiit I really wanna know what that $28 was used for. T_T

In other news, I didn't touch Photoshop/Illustrator today. Kill me now.

If you can't remember the first dream you had sketched out, could it be because you have grown up?
- Yumekui by Ai Otsuka

` jia RONG .

10 Day Meme: Day 1

2011-03-03T23:28:00.004+08:00

Desperate attempt to make it seem like I'm constantly blogging. 8D

Got this from Suik's LJ.

10 day meme

~~Day One: Ten random things about yourself.~~
Day Two: Nine things you do everyday.
Day Three: Eight things that annoy you.
Day Four: Seven fears/phobias.
Day Five: Six songs that you’re addicted to lately.
Day Six: Five things you can’t live without.
Day Seven: Four memories you won’t forget.
Day Eight: Three words you can’t go a day without using.
Day Nine: Two things you wish you could do.
Day Ten: One person you can trust.

Ten random things about myself:

I'm an avid fan of J-Pop. Almost 8 years already.
That said, I have a humble J-Pop collection.
I am constantly broke because of the amount of money that I use for my collection. I still love them though. ♥
I have a fascination for high-top shoes. Only own 4 pairs though.
I'm bisexual.
I don't get the hype for blu-ray discs.
I am easily satisfied.
I have trust issues most of the time.
I really, really, want to go to Japan.
I have a thing for Gokaiger (go Google) recently. Specifically Captain Marvelous and Don.

Today was a really boring day. I've decided to start projects for myself to build up my portfolio (hopefully) for ITP in the end of year 2. I really don't know where my current one is going though, so lost.

HELP!! T_T

There are times when I want to be kind to myself. It was you who taught me to have a gentle heart. If you're afraid, hold the hand of the one you trust.
- You're So Beautiful by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

BAR-BEE-CUE.

2011-03-01T22:29:00.002+08:00

First of all, I would ilke to state that I'm officially addicted to The Sims 3. DAMMIT.

Anyway, yesterday morning, we went to school in the morning to submit the DCC assignment, which was the last assignment for the semester. And you know what that means...

THE SEMESTER HAS ENDED BITCHES!@$#^&^$%

No... What's more significant is...

I AM NOT A YEAR 1 STUDENT ANYMORE!!~!^%&%$#^%$#

OMG. I can't believe it man. I'll be studying as a Year 2 student in a few weeks, I'm not exactly prepared for that. Aiya, actually I wasn't exactly prepared for DVMD initially also, just went along with the flow. I really need to spend the next few weeks preparing myself mentally and emotionally for the upcoming semester because boyyy, no one knows exactly what will be thrown at us man.

ANYWAY.

After the submission, we had lunch in school, then headed to Jurong Point (my terroritory >D) to get stuff. Went back home for a while when they were shopping to get clothes and my towel because I was gonna sleepover at Suik's place. Went back to JP and then Izzy was behaving like a kid who wants to buy everything but we know we can't finish them anyway. BUT FOR DUNNO WHAT REASON, WE STILL BOUGHT IT. AND HE DIDN'T EVEN BRING BACK ALL THE REMAINDERS LOR!!

Went to Suik's place and rotted at the pit until 5pm then we started the BBQ! Had lots of fun actually, taking photos, chatting/gossiping, eating, jamming (somewhat) with the guitarists. Sorry ah, wasn't a very good singer. ^^;

Towards the end, we took a lot of class photos but this is my favorite (proper) one!

LOVE YOU GUYS! ♥♥

After that everyone went their own ways, while Jeslynn, Kezia, Mehzee, Sui Kee and I went back up to clean up and stuff. Mehhzee fell asleep right after she showered lor!! Tried to wake her up so many times still won't budge. NOT OUT FAULT LOR!!

Watched Glee, played Wheel of Fortune and talked a lot. Jes crashed at around 4ish so it was Suik, Kez and I left. We talked a lot till 6ish then fell asleep. Suik wanted to watch the sunrise but didn't make it. Hehehe, too tired. We all woke up at around 11 and stoned around till 1. Headed to Jurong Point, had lunch at Lai Lai Kitchen (food quality went down), walked around. Then headed home.

Reached home and then I just crashed immediately. LOL.

The stayover was really enjoyable. Loved the laughs and fun we had. Thanks you guys, I'm able to feel comfortable around you all. Hope we can do this more often. ♥

LOL MEHZEE WAS SLEEPING SO SHE WASN'T INSIDE.

Be yourself anytime, don't change. Be natural, stay as you are. Ah, cherish all that you have because you are the one and only. I suppose this feeling is surely what people call love.
- meaning of Love by ayumi hamasaki

`jia RONG .

January and February Purchases

2011-02-28T00:00:00.001+08:00

J-Pop:
January 5:

[2010.12.22] 浜崎あゆみ - Love songs (CD+DVD/First Press)

Was so excited for this album! Sadly, it didn't arrive before 2010 ended. Damn the Christmas/New Year rush! But the album was worth the wait! It is so amazing! Can't get enough of it.

So the first press comes with a slipcase and underneath the slipcase is an alternate cover. There are 2 covers and you'll get one of the at random. This one is the one I got:

Not the one I wanted T_T But aiya, it doesn't look that bad so... Oh wells. Oh and it came with a poster as well!

January 8:

[1999.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - LOVE ~Destiny~

MY VERY FIRST 3" AYU SINGLE!! Very happy about it. I bought this along with Travis' birthday present because it was sold by the same seller. My favorite single out of the first 8. And I've rediscovered LOVE ~since1999~ from there too. Too good!

February 8:

[2004.11.17] 大塚愛 - LOVE JAM (CD+DVD)
増田貴久 - Fighting Man PV Shop Photo x2

Got these thanks to Karen! Her friend went to Japan and she told her to get these on her behalf and sent it to me. SO NICE RIGHT?! I now have all of Ai's studio albums!! And more Massu shop photos. Oh why are you so lovable. ♥

February 16:

[2010.12.22] NEWS - DOME PARTY 2010 LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! DVD! (Limited Edition)

Wa I wasn't exactly very excited to get this DVD at first. But that was until I watched the Endless Summer video that was posted on Youtube then I was like OMGOMGOMGOMG I MUST GET IT NOW. What's sad is that I didn't get to watch it until today because of school work. BUT IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT. DISC 1 ALONE IS SO AWESOME. Can't wait to watch disc 2. ♥

February 17:

[2011.02.16] テゴマス - 青いベンチ (Limited Edition)

You had no idea how happy I was when this release was first announced. I was at DCC class so I couldn't really exclaim my happiness. But I think I acted like some crazy person after. THE SINGLE IS SO GOOD!!!! Though it needs more songs, because you can never get enough of Tegomasu.

On that note, WHEN WILL THE TEGOMASU NO AI TOUR DVD BE RELEASED T_T I WANT IT NOW!!!

February 19:

倖田來未 - 倖田歴

Didn't want to get this at first but after I saw the initial scans, I HAD to get it. Then on that day we were at Bugis, and we went to Kinokuniya, and used Mehh's membership card, and yeah. 8D It's just too amazing. Looking at how Kuu has grown throughout the years, I felt so happy. Not to mention the pictures are pretty pretty too.

Other Purchases:
January 30:

2 T-shirts and 1 pair of Bermudas

Got these for Chinese New Year. I really like the T-shirt that says Educated. GOT FULLSTOP SOMEMORE. Awesome, shows the people who bullied me back then. HAH SUCKERS. But wearing this out, I do fear of my safety. Later get slashed how? I got the other T-shirt because there was a promotion. 2 for $40 I think. The pair of berms was to to go with my hooded flannel and blue shoes for the first day of CNY. XD I was sooo blue.

February 11:

百家姓 Poker Cards

Aiya, already talked about on one of the posts below. Go read.

February 15:

Sonic Gear mouse and hook-on earphones.

The earphones are pretty loose lor. Sad, money kena scammed. but it's like, $13.90? Cheapest earphones I have up to date. Excluding the free ones that come with the phones I buy. The mouse is pretty decent though, $9.90 only somemore!

If you have a pain hard to get over, shall we share it and walk on? Gathering pleasure too big for each of us, shall we share them and walk on?
- RAINBOW by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Oh friend, you've left me speechless

2011-02-27T02:08:00.002+08:00

So pragmatic. Every single day for the past few days. Wake up in the morning, brush my teeth, get some breakfast, then do work.

But it's all gonna end this coming Monday! My term 2 works aren't really satisfactory to be honest. I mean, all the time constraint and bad time management. Walao, need to buck the fuck up. I hate how I'm so bad at prioritizing. Tsk tsk.

Anywho, term is ending and my mum is asking me to get a job. As much as I want extra cash, I DON'T WANT TO WORK FOR IT. I know, I'm so prissy at times, it amazes me. I'm like biiiitttchhhhh, you better serve me or else *snap snap snap* Besides, I already have plans for the holidays already! I think work will only hinder my plans lor! By plans I mean going on movie and TV show marathons. I know, so attractive. Ladies, ladies, control yourself.

Ahem.

Aiya, don't know la. I want to use this holidays to catch up on sleep that I've been deprived of for the past term. Relax and rot at home. I kinda miss that feeling. LOL.

But I need more money too... To catch up with collecting... AHHHH DECISIONS IN LIFE.

Ahh wells. I'll see how things go~ I need to get myself emotionally stronger too lol. I don't know, I think it's a phase of life. Teenage angst... I think it came late for me.

Y U COME NOW.

Lol, I sound like a teenage girl complaining about her period. Besides teenage angst, I have all these paranoia, all the friendship and people problems... Stupid lor all this kinda stuff.

Whatever.

No point trying anymore. I tried, you gave up. You are a great friend, but as a student, I really don't know how to help anymore. I'm still a friend, I'm just very lost right now.

I can't put these thoughts into words. I want to keep on singing. So don't forget, ever, forever and I will be with you.
- I WILL by Namie Amuro

` jia RONG .

@_@

2011-02-11T23:29:00.004+08:00

So this week has went by pretty fast if you ask me. DS submission, HTI presentation, DCC draft, chionging of XDM... I think all these went by, really, really quickly.

So like, out of the things I posted above, 2 of them were pair work. HTI and XD. And I paired up with Sui Kee for them and I have to say, I'm really glad I have her for a partner. I think if I had someone else right, I don't think I can make it la.

I guess it's because we're pretty used to each other's work dynamic and we both pretty much know each other well. I'm thankful, really. There were times while preparing for both XDM and HTI where I felt very incapable. Like, I'm not exactly doing my part to make the assignments excellent where she is trying her best, or at least working better than me. I feel like I'm pulling her down and sometimes I feel very bad about it. But our HTI presentation went by well and the XDM is going smoothly too so I guess it's gonna be fine!

Ahh, it's great to work with someone you're comfortable with, someone you're close to, someone with the same work dynamic. Haha, I hope we get good grades together Suik! :D

I'm really doubting my ability to survive in Year 2...

OH. Yesterday, we went to the "flea market" held at the concourse area by the Business school students and I bougt this deck of poker cards!

So interesting lor! Apparently you can only get these from China (unless you import them over yourselves la). It has almost all the Chinese surnames in the decks and got state the origins of the surnames somemore!

Here's mine! I shan't attempt to read it.

Actually there were 2 decks in 1 pack la, but I only wanted the deck with my surname in it so Jeslynn decided to buy the pack with me and she took the deck with her surname in it~ So all's cool!

There's so much work to be done, and time's running out. But I shall pull through! The end of the sem is coming and I want to enjoy the holidays!!

I walk all alone in the darkness. I've grown tired of these everyday recurrence.
- LAST ANGEL feat. Tohoshinki by Koda Kumi

` jia RONG .

Wake up.

2011-02-09T01:43:00.003+08:00

Was late purposely for school today. I know, I'm such a rebel right. 8D

No la, I wanted to collect my package that Karen sent me then I went to school because I'm just too impatient to wait till Wednesday to go collect it. So for the sake of my collection, I'm losing my perfect attendance thingy. I'm so devoted and proud of my collection. Hehehehe.

Sadly that's probably the only thing I'm proud of for myself...

Today was pretty slow-paced. Nothing much to do, was rotting during VDS and DS after the submission. Had to think of a logo for SP Flag Day 2011 but was too lethargic to do so so I was just randomly fooling around~

Anyway, since I'm on the topic of schooling... I really love H03. Hahaha. I think we're just so united and stuff. Just 2 days ago we had lohei! It was so fun and it was delicious too. Hehe. I just hope that it will stay like this or get even better in time to come.

I still feel that this semester flew by really fast. It's nearing the end of the semester already!! Soon enough, it'd be March 2013 and I'll graduate... I'll miss the class and especially my clique so much... But unhappy things aside, I'm just really glad I came to Poly. I made a lot of friends, and I mean actual FRIENDS and not just acquaintances. It's really great. I'm enjoying life here even though it's very tiring. :)

... And I'm really worried.

Faster now, wake up, wake up; awaken your eyes to a new sky and bask in the light. Wake up, wake up; stand up. Today and there, I want to be stronger.
- Wake Up by NEWS

` jia RONG .

Afraid.

2011-01-26T19:36:00.003+08:00

Had a really horrible dream this morning and I woke up feeling terrified. It's just about losing my closest friends and some other stuff that happened la. I have quite a lot of these kinda dreams but this time it was especially terrifying. I don't know, I just don't wanna lose what I have now. I really don't want to...

Calmed myself down and gave Sui Kee a wake up call then I felt really relieved.

:(

Fun~

2011-01-25T23:48:00.002+08:00

I think this week's gonna be hella busy and stuff. So much things to do and rush for. But I guess it's fine because I think the workload now is still quite manageable.

Fangyen told us in class just now that we will have to write up a reflection at the end of our academic year. We have to reflect on how we feel about this course and do we feel like we belong to the course or not la basically.

Well I think after sem 2 right, I more or less feel that DVMD is the right choice for me. I'm enjoying what I'm doing right now. Sure, I complain a lot about my work load and stuff like that but I'm really happy with what we are allowed to do, what we learn and stuff like that. I was very convinced that I can't draw for nuts before Poly life started then I started to actually draw in BDC. Hmm, not bad. Then I came to DVMD, I had to draw even more. That is when I am more confident about my drawing skills la. I think, in a way, being "forced" to do something that you think you can't do can improve it. I think I'm saying this because most of the time I'm just too lazy to practice in my own free time. HAHA!

But yeah, I do feel that DVMD has definitely made me push myself and exceed my limits to a certain extent la. I feel like I am more inclined to design and art after I got enrolled into this course. I'm quite happy and encouraged to improve myself to be a better designer actually.

I think what's most important is that you enjoy what you're doing lor because if it's something that you hate or have absolutely no interest in, then it's totally pointless to go on right? I mean, the whole point of study is to be better in terms of thinking and also be constantly improving on one's skills. I think that's what's happening to me when I enrolled into DVMD. I believe that I am thinking better than I did back in secondary school. Not just creatively but also logically.

And also, to make the course even more enjoyable would be my awesome classmates!! I've made so much more new friends!! And I can be proud to say that EVERYONE in 03 are my friends!! I think that I can just talk to them without fearing of anything. Everyone is just so different and unique and everyone is willing to accept differences. It's very nice to know that, you are part a large group of people who won't really judge you because of your personal traits. And that is what makes me really, really, REALLY happy about. And I've also found my best friends from the class! I know I've mentioned their names a lot la but I think their importance to me can't be emphasised enough. Sui Kee and Jeslynn, you 2 are like, my most awesome-est friends I have. Love you guys for supporting me and listening to my nonsense all the time. Hahaha. ♥

Omg I feel like I'm writing something for DCC... Then it became some sort of farewell letter. Aiya anyway, this is just an uber random post that I was thinking about just now. Thought I'd say it.

Today was a pretty slow day because there wasn't exactly anything to do during VDS except research and development of my concept. It's pretty impossible for me to execute my concept anytime soon because I'm doing narrative photography so I need model and time to shoot and shit. But instead of sensibly doing research and sketching, I'm playing games. I'm just cool like that. DS went by even slower because I had no idea at all and I didn't really want to think about it for some reason. I SHALL WORK ON IT VERY SOON. I shall make my time in DVMD worth while.

The gap between idealism and reality is so very cutting and as we cannot cut them off, they are opening up.
- STEP you by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

2011-01-24T22:01:00.001+08:00

Holding on.

2011-01-22T16:55:00.002+08:00

I'm supposed to be doing work now but I'm gonna blog instead.

Today's Saturday... And that means another week has came to an end. Time flies so fucking quickly la!! Soon after, it'd be the next month, next year, graduation... I'm kinda not excited for that you know. I'm so attached to my friends here in SP. Especially Sui Kee and Jeslynn. I just don't want these happy moments to end. :(

Once I graduate from SP, there'll be NS. Fuck la, I'm very scared I won't make it out alive lor. As stupid as that sounds, I kinda mean it. I'm damn unfit, and not doing anything about it. LOL. Plus I don't really mix well with guys. I think on different wavelengths la. Not saying I'm better or worst, just different.

There are people who told me that I'd meet friends for life in NS. Not sure if that's true. I'm kinda doubting it, but I guess... We'll see la hor?

Chinese New Year is around the corner and I'm not really excited for it. Both my maternal grandparents have passed away and the whole mood just isn't there anymore because relatives from the maternal side just doesn't seem to really prioritize now. And it just doesn't seem as cheery and stuff.

I miss my maternal grandparents. They're so kind and magnanimous. It sucks that the good people die earlier (most of the time). :(

There are so much work to be done and I'm trying to manage them. Kinda suffocating, but I'm still hanging there. I'll work harder, I want at least a 3.0 for this sem's GPA. I think I can do it. I shall try my best. :)

And right, there are like, releases that I want to get, like NEWS' LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! DVD and Kuu's POP DIVA but I'm damn poor now la!! I still owe Travis like, $41.50. I've been delaying for quite a while already so I feel very bad to push back the payment again la. So the main priority is to save up for that first. Oh shit, and Kuu is releasing an album during March... SIAN. I'll pull through. I hope.

I've decided to hold on. I'll try, because I think it's worth it.

I don’t want to fight anyone, I just want to find myself. I don’t want to hate anyone, I just want to convey my feelings.
- SEVEN DAYS WAR by T.M.Network

` jia RONG .

Keep holding on...?

2011-01-20T00:33:00.002+08:00

I'm quite lost right now.

I feel like I'm a horrible friend. What the hell, I really want to help you, and I know that you don't wanna help yourself... But I'm still here still being an idiot, holding on. I don't even know why I'm doing this anymore. It's quite disheartening, really.

...

Hello~ Short entry today, I'd just like to express my thanks to my friends. Sui Kee especially because of our talk yesterday night. Hahaha thanks gurll ♥

Pretty slackish day, tried to be productive but didn't do that much work in school... Yeah.

I can't live along well as before. I'm not so tactful.
- winding road by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Happy Birthday Travis!!

2011-01-19T00:00:00.000+08:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRAVIS!!!!

Hope your collection continue growing (and then make me even more jealous _|_) and hope that our friendship would last!!

` jia RONG .

Tired.

2011-01-18T22:23:00.004+08:00

FINALLY SUBMITTED MY DS AND DCC JOURNAL!!

Oh god I'm so tired right now.

These past few days have been a roller coaster ride for me. Like seriously, physically and emotionally. I don't know what's wrong with me, I think I should go die.

...

See what I mean. Omg. Thinking too much, but sometimes I can't really help but think. Will there be people who would come to my funeral and mourn over me? Well, of course with the exception of my family and relatives la, that's a must ma. But will my friends bother to come? Will they cry? Will they be sad? Kinda curious.

What if I wasn't born in the first place? Would things be different? There will be one less person feeling and thinking about his past actions that's for sure. Butbutbut, would lives be different not? Would drama happen over at fucker's side? Would my mum be happier? Would my friends now be happier?

Sometimes I do feel like I'm treated as some sort of replacement, or I'm accepted as what I am and not who I am... Am I making sense? Lololol.

It's like... "OHEY, I HAVE A BISEXUAL FRIEND CALLED JIARONG. I HAVE A DIFFERENT TYPE OF FRIEND THAN YOU, I'M COOL." Kinda thing. But what do they consider as friend? Acquaintance? Sometimes I feel like I abuse the word "friend" too much.

"Oh you know I have this friend who..." or "My friend just .... yesterday!!"

I mean like, for most cases, I barely talk to the people who I call "friends"!! It's always like, through what I see irl or what I read on social networking sites. Quite pathetic right? But who cares, I mean, I have awesome FRIENDS like Travis, Sui Kee, and Jeslynn, and that's all I need right...?

And right now... I'm feeling quite... Blah.

Questions, questions. Maybe I should become a philosopher.

Random shot before ending:

I like how my mum laid out my brick boys like that. LOL.

...

I'm sick of trying, sick of caring. But I just can't help it. Fuck.

This road looks endless but surely has the end. Only for once, I like to stop on the way to prepare a way to escape. But it means nothing to me to do so alone because you know? There is nothing but love that is truly valuable
- ourselves by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

~le encouraged~

2011-01-11T20:02:00.002+08:00

I'm trying to blog more often now.

So now that the new term has started, and the grades for our first 2 assignments were released. I would have never expected myself to get pass a C+ for them because after common foundation, I didn't expect myself to get like decent grades.

Then I saw my grades.

B+ for my font and B for my mural.

I was shocked, in awe, amazed, etc.

IT WAS AT LEAST A B LEH!!!! I know la only 2 assignments how to judge right? But I feel that this 2 assignments... It just kinda shows that I have potential? Hahaha I guess that's how I'd put it la.

Omg America's Next Top Model moment.

Ahem.

So yeah la, to be completely honest, there was a period of time where I thought to myself, "maybe design isn't meant for me..."

But I can at least get a B!! One of them got displayed in class somemore. I'm not showing off la, but I'm just more of happy for myself. I'm finally somewhat-not-bad at something!! Not so much of a loser anymore!! Though I still kinda am.

But yeah la, though it's just 2 assignments, I'm quite encouraged. Must put in effort, aiming for at least 3.0 for my GPA this sem!

That said, I'm kinda losing hope in my second HTI essay draft. ._.

School was fine today. It was just a whole day of consultation for the VDS poster. Yeah, even during DS.

We're supposed to have consultation for the DS CA3 assignment but ended up doing the VDS poster. Even Nico, who is supposed to teach us for DS only, is helping people with their VDS poster. Win or what.

With that said right, here's my poster.

I'm quite happy with it initially but then after consulting Fangyen and Shirlynn, I improved it and I like it quite a lot now! :D

Oh and this Saturday is like, Shirlynn's solemnization. So happy for her leh!! Quite excited for Saturday. Can't wait to see how it's gonna be like. Then I'll be watching Burlesque with my friends after that too so yay~

Okay the post shall end abruptly here.

I become weak and feel miserable. I hate this moment of a day and I hate myself like this most.
- sending mail by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Bah.

2011-01-11T00:34:00.002+08:00

I feel so dumb. Why am I always trying to hold on to something that is probably gonna be hopeless anyway?

It's so pointless to hold on to this friendship and it seems like I'm the only one trying to make the effort. We were closer initially but now we just drifted apart. It's quite depressing. Maybe it's because I'm just different from other guys and it's harder to relate.

Maybe that's the reason why? Sometimes I just feel that, as an individual, being part of the crowd would be a better option. It's not that I'm uncomfortable with myself. I actually am very comfortable with how I am right now. I just feel quite insecure at times when people say things about me.

I may come off as nonchalent and apathetic towards opinions about me most of the time, but there are times where I just feel saddened by words. Meh. I do consider being a normal guy but it'd just be suffocating.

Sigh sigh sigh.

If you read this, please don't ask about it. I'll tell whoever I want to.

I think

2011-01-07T00:01:00.002+08:00

I'm not a good person. These past few months, I kept thinking.

I feel like, I'm a really horrible person. Still do feel that way, probably will still be that way a few days/weeks/months/years down the road.

I don't know, but I wanna know. The hate this feeling, quite a lot.

Happiness, it hurt like a train on a track. Coming towards her, stuck still no turning back.
- Dog Days Are Over by Florence + the Machine

` jia RONG .

2010

2011-01-01T01:06:00.003+08:00

FIRST POST OF 2011 BITCHES!! Aiyer now that the decade has passed, the year-number looks so ugly now. Whatever.

So.. 2010 was a pretty uneventful year for me in terms of the things I do outside of school, which is basically the same every year la!! *no lifer*

But if you wanna talk about school, LOTS OF THINGS HAPPENED!! Most of them were good ones somemore!!

I'm so glad I went to Poly, so glad I went to DVMD, so glad that it's the right choice till now.

In the year 2010, I was part of 2 awesome classes!! Line62Crew and H03.

Let's see, April 2010, to be honest, I was pretty apprehensive about this whole Poly thing. I was quite awkward socially. And during the orientation programme, everyone was either quiet or talking within themselves la, and I was the one who was quiet. So I was like, shit shit shit my class is gonna suck no one talks to me, no one I can talk to. ;_;

But after a few days together, everyone just opened up to each other, I became my siao self and everyone became their awesome self. I met my first few, which became my best friends, in MLT1 where I sat with Sui Kee, Hillary and Evangeline. Oh I can still replay how we met each other in my mind. It was so fun. :'D

I really enjoy my time with Line62Crew. Everyone - by that I mean most la but still - was so bonded and didn't have awkward moment with each other. I love you guys so so much.

Oh and we had politics!! Hmm I wonder who... ;) ;) But this time I'm glad it wasn't about me (most of the time...). Like during my Secondary school days... But that's behind me!! I'm a happier person now.

I remember how much work we had during CF. Oh I was so naive!!

"No matter what, sleep will not be compromised!!"

Naive, totally naive. But hey, I enjoyed the late nights and webcam sessions we had. It was really fun. These will be part of me forever, I swear.

Lots of work were done during CF, I whined a lot, complained a lot, but you guys still stuck by me. Really appreciate it.

Line62Crew will always be part of my Poly memories and it's definitely one of the most significant memories I had of 2010!!

Well another exciting part of the year is also school related! See how sad my outside-of-school life is?

Ahem.

Another exciting part of the year was to be officially part of H03!! That's after CF and went to our individual diploma classes. I remember missing Line62Crew a lot but it got better.

I remembered my first impression of the class wasn't too good. Since we only met each other during HTI classes and having known that classes 01 and 02 were already quite bonded, I thought to myself, 03 will be really bad. But hey, turns out I was wrong!! We went to Perak for the DVMD study trip and we really bonded as a class! We had the telematch by the beach and we got the first place!! And also, I really loved out Little Matchstick Girl skit on performance night. I wear ours were the best out fo the 3 classes lor!!

The night where we watched The Haunting in Connecticut was pretty awesome too. I shan't go into detail cuz it's quite hilarious XD

But that aside, I really love the class and I really love the friends I've met too. Weiming, Edwin, Mehhzee, and more!! And I was in the same class as Jeslynn so we get to be classmates and best friends again!!

Though we haven't really had a lot of awesome moments together, I just know that we would have tons of them in the future because we're just so awesome together. Can't wait for the future sems actually, but I kinda don't want it to end too. I'll miss everyone so much and also I'll have to go to NS.

All in all, 2010 was freaking amazing mainly because my school life was so enjoyable. This is probably the best period of my life right now. I really love what I'm doing now and I kinda don't want this to end.

Oh, short note, 2010 was also a good year for J-Pop too! Kumi was release whoring for her 10th anniversary but all her music was so good! I really liked the songs from Ayu's 48th to 50th single project too. Namie was just awesome in PAST - FUTURE tour and NEWS released 2 singles and 1 album, all 3 were awesome.

I wish that 2011 would be an awesome year despite how ugly it looks.

As for resolutions, I won't have any because this is how I look at things, having goals for the year may tie myself down and limit myself to do things. I wanna be able to explore things on my own and achieve things. Am I making sense? Haha.

Here's to a good 2011 ahead!!

You will keep walking, you will keep singing. Even if a painful reality is waiting for you I know you will keep going
- walk ~to the future~ by Koda Kumi

`jia RONG .

My J-Pop Collection - 2010

2011-01-01T00:22:00.003+08:00

Click here for June 2010's update!!

Italics: Waiting On...

Albums
[2010.04.21] テゴマス - テゴマスのあい (Limited Edition)
[2009.07.15] テゴマス - テゴマスのうた (Limited Edition)
[2010.12.22] 浜崎あゆみ - Love songs (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.03.25] 浜崎あゆみ - NEXT LEVEL (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.09.10] 浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ (3CD+DVD/First Press/Taiwan Press)
[2008.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY (CD+DVD)
[2007.02.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -WHITE- (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2007.02.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -BLACK- (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2006.11.29] 浜崎あゆみ - Secret (CD+DVD)
[2006.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - (miss)understood (CD+DVD)
[2004.12.15] 浜崎あゆみ - MY STORY (CD+DVD/First Press Cover B)
[2003.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - Memorial address (CD+DVD)
[2003.03.12] 浜崎あゆみ - A BALLADS (First Press/Cover D)
[2002.12.18] 浜崎あゆみ - RAINBOW (First Press)
[2002.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - I am... (First Press)
[2001.03.28] 浜崎あゆみ - A BEST (Limited Edition)
[2000.09.27] 浜崎あゆみ - Duty
[1999.11.10] 浜崎あゆみ - LOVEppears
[1999.01.01] 浜崎あゆみ - A Song for ××
[2010.02.03] 倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" (2CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.01.28] 倖田來未 - TRICK (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2008.01.30] 倖田來未 - Kingdom (CD+2DVD/First Press)
[2007.03.17] 倖田來未 - BEST ~BOUNCE & LOVERS~ (CD+DVD)
[2006.12.20] 倖田來未 - Black Cherry (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.03.08] 倖田來未 - BEST ~second session~ LIMITED EDITION (CD+2DVD)
[2005.02.09] 倖田來未 - secret (CD+DVD)
[2002.03.27] 倖田來未 - affection
[2009.12.16] 安室奈美恵 - PAST - FUTURE (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.07.30] 安室奈美恵 - BEST FICTION (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY (CD+DVD)
[2005.07.13] 安室奈美恵 - Queen of Hip-Pop (First Press)
[2004.03.31] 安室奈美恵 - 181920 & films (CD+DVD)
[2003.12.10] 安室奈美恵 - STYLE
[2000.12.20] 安室奈美恵 - break the rules (First Press)
[2008.12.17] 大塚愛 - LOVE LETTER (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.26] 大塚愛 - LOVE PiECE (CD+DVD)
[2007.03.28] 大塚愛 - 愛 am BEST (CD+DVD)
[2005.12.14] 大塚愛 - LOVE COOK (CD+DVD)
[2004.03.31] 大塚愛 - LOVE PUNCH (CD+DVD)
[2007.06.27] 小池徹平 - pieces (Limited Edition)
[2010.09.15] NEWS - LIVE (Limited Edition)
[2008.11.19] NEWS - color
[2007.11.07] NEWS - pacific
[2005.04.27] NEWS - touch
[2009.02.11] AAA - depArture (CD+DVD)
[2008.03.05] AAA - ATTACK ALL AROUND (2CD+DVD/First Press)

Singles
[2009.07.08] テゴマス - 七夕祭り
[2009.07.08] テゴマス - 七夕祭り (Limited Edition)
[2008.06.18] テゴマス - アイアイ傘
[2007.05.16] テゴマス - キッス ~帰り道のラブソング~
[2006.12.20] テゴマス - ミソスープ
[2010.09.22] 浜崎あゆみ - crossroad (Jacket C/First Press)
[2009.12.29] 浜崎あゆみ - You were... / BALLAD (First Press)
[2009.08.12] 浜崎あゆみ - Sunrise / Sunset ~LOVE is ALL~
[2009.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle (Jacket B/First Press)
[2009.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle (Jacket C/First Press)
[2008.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - Days / GREEN (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.12.17] 浜崎あゆみ - GREEN / Days (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.04.08] 浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World (CD+DVD/Jacket A/First Press)
[2008.04.08] 浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World (CD+DVD/Jacket C/First Press)
[2006.06.21] 浜崎あゆみ - BLUE BIRD
[2006.03.08] 浜崎あゆみ - Startin' / Born To Be...
[2005.09.14] 浜崎あゆみ - HEAVEN (CD+DVD)
[2005.08.03] 浜崎あゆみ - fairyland (CD+DVD)
[2003.07.09] 浜崎あゆみ - &
[2002.11.07] 浜崎あゆみ - H (Limited digipak)
[2002.04.24] 浜崎あゆみ - Free & Easy (First Press)
[2002.03.06] 浜崎あゆみ - Daybreak
[2000.11.01] 浜崎あゆみ - AUDIENCE
[2010.09.22] 倖田來未 - 好きで、好きで、好きで。 / あなただけが　(CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.07.07] 倖田來未 - Gossip Candy (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.01.20] 倖田來未 - Can We Go Back (CD+DVD)
[2009.09.16] 倖田來未 - Alive / Physical thing (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2009.07.08] 倖田來未 - 3 SPLASH (CD+DVD)
[2008.10.08] 倖田來未 - TABOO (CD+DVD)
[2008.06.11] 倖田來未 - MOON (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2008.01.23] 倖田來未 - anytime
[2007.09.12] 倖田來未 - 愛のうた (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.03.14] 倖田來未 - BUT / 愛証 (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2006.10.18] 倖田來未 - 夢のうた / ふたりで… (First Press)
[2005.06.22] 倖田來未 - Butterfly (CD+DVD)
[2010.07.28] 安室奈美恵 - Break It / Get Myself Back (CD+DVD)
[2009.03.18] 安室奈美恵 - WILD / Dr. (CD+DVD)
[2007.04.04] 安室奈美恵 - FUNKY TOWN
[2006.05.17] 安室奈美恵 - CAN'T SLEEP, CAN'T EAT, I'M SICK / 人魚 (CD+DVD)
[2004.10.14] 安室奈美恵 - GIRL TALK / the SPEED STAR (CD+DVD)
[1999.09.01] 安室奈美恵 - SOMETHING 'BOUT THE KISS
[1999.03.17] 安室奈美恵 - RESPECT the POWER OF LOVE
[2009.06.24] 小池徹平 - キミだけ

[2008.09.10] 大塚愛 - クラゲ、流れ星 (5th Anniversary Version)
[2008.05.21] 大塚愛 - ロケットスニーカー / One × Time (CD+DVD)
[2007.07.25] 大塚愛 - PEACH / HEART (CD+DVD)
[2006.08.02] 大塚愛 - ユメクイ (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2005.07.13] 大塚愛 - ネコに風船
[2010.11.03] NEWS - Fighting Man (Limited Edition)
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール (Limited Edition)
[2005.07.13] NEWS - TEPPEN (Limited Edition)
[2009.04.29] NEWS - 恋のABO (Limited Edition)
[2008.10.01] NEWS - Happy Birthday (Limited Edition)
[2008.02.27] NEWS - 太陽のナミダ (Limited Edition)
[2007.11.07] NEWS - weeeek
[2007.11.07] NEWS - weeeek (Limited Edition)
[2007.03.21] NEWS - 星をめざして
[2007.03.21] NEWS - 星をめざして (Limited Edition)
[2006.03.15] NEWS - サヤエンドウ / 裸足のシンデレラボーイ (Limited Edition)
[2008.08.27] AAA - MUSIC!!! / ZERØ (CD-Extra ver.)
[2006.09.06] AAA - "Q"
[2006.05.31] AAA - ハリケーン・リリ、ボストン・マリ
[2005.12.07] AAA - DRAGON FIRE
[2005.09.14] AAA - BLOOD on FIRE

DVDs/VCDs
[2010.01.20] テゴマス - 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~テゴマスのうた~ (Limited Edition)
[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~
[2009.05.13] 浜崎あゆみ - PREMIUM COUNTDOWN LIVE 2008-2009 A
[2009.01.28] 浜崎あゆみ - ASIA TOUR 2008 ~10th Anniversary~ Live in TAIPEI
[2008.06.18] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2007-2008 Anniversary
[2008.03.12] 浜崎あゆみ - ASIA TOUR 2007 A ~Tour of Secret~ "LIVE + DOCUMENTARY"
[2006.11.01] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2006 A ~(miss)understood~
[2006.03.23] 浜崎あゆみ - COUNTDOWN LIVE 2005-2006 A
[2005.08.24] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2005 A ~MY STORY~
[2004.09.29] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2003-2004 A (2VCD)
[2004.02.25] 浜崎あゆみ - A museum ~30th single collection live~
[2003.01.29] 浜崎あゆみ - STADIUM TOUR 2002 A
[2003.01.29] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2002 A (2VCD)
[2001.12.12] 浜崎あゆみ - DOME TOUR 2001 A (2VCD)
[2000.03.29] 浜崎あゆみ - HAMASAKI AYUMI (First Press)
[2010.10.06] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2010 ~UNIVERSE~
[2010.03.10] 倖田來未 - 2009 TAIWAN LIVE
[2008.09.24] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2008 ~Kingdom~ (Limited Edition)
[2008.03.31] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2007 ~Black Cherry~ SPECIAL FINAL in TOKYO DOME (Limited Edition)
[2007.03.28] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2006~2007 ~second session~ (Limited Edition)
[2006.09.13] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2005 ~first things~ deluxe edition
[2010.12.15] 安室奈美恵 - PAST - FUTURE tour 2010 (DVD/First Press)
[2009.09.09] 安室奈美恵 - BEST FICTION TOUR 2008-2009 (DVD/First Press)
[2008.02.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY tour 2007
[2004.09.23] 安室奈美恵 - SO CRAZY tour featuring BEST singles 2003-2004
[2010.12.22] NEWS - DOME PARTY 2010 LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! DVD! (Limited Edition)
[2009.11.04] NEWS - LIVE DIAMOND (Limited Edition)
[2008.08.13] NEWS - CONCERT TOUR pacific 2007 2008 -THE FIRST TOKYO DOME CONCERT- (Limited Edition)
[2007.08.08] NEWS - Never Ending Wonderful Story

Collectibles
増田貴久 - さくらガール PV Shop photo
浜崎あゆみ - Unofficial mini-scroll (Autographed)
浜崎あゆみ - forgiveness Poster (Unofficial)
浜崎あゆみ - A BALLADS Poster
浜崎あゆみ - (miss) understood Promo Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - Secret Poster
浜崎あゆみ - A BEST 2 -BLACK- Poster
浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY Poster (Double-Sided)
浜崎あゆみ - Mirrorcle World Poster (Jacket A)
浜崎あゆみ - Days / GREEN Poster
浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle Poster (CD+DVD cover)
浜崎あゆみ - Rule / Sparkle Poster (Manga version)
浜崎あゆみ - NEXT LEVEL Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Poster (Oversized)
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Mug Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Mirror
浜崎あゆみ - You were.../BALLAD Poster
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Poster (CD+DVD Cover)
浜崎あゆみ - Love songs Poster
浜崎あゆみ - crossroad Poster (1st - 25th single cover collage)
浜崎あゆみ - No way to say magnet
浜崎あゆみ - off my day Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - on my way Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - GUILTY Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - A COMPLETE ~ALL SINGLES~ Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Photobook
浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Jacket Sticker
浜崎あゆみ - CDでーた (2007 March issue)
浜崎あゆみ - Panasonic D-Snap/D-Dock Pamphlet
浜崎あゆみ - ViVi デジデジ日記 vol. 90 (Clippings)
浜崎あゆみ - TeamAyu exclusive 10th anniversary phone strap (Black)
倖田來未 - Driving Hit's Poster
倖田來未 - Out Works & Collaboration Best Poster
倖田來未 - Can We Go Back Poster
倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" Poster
倖田來未 - BEST ~third universe~ & 8th AL "UNIVERSE" Promo Poster
倖田來未 - オリ★スタ (09/1/26 issue)
倖田來未 - BEST ~second session~ photobook
倖田來未 - PREMIUM LIMITED LIVE IN HALL In Yokohama Arena Photobook
安室奈美恵 - PAST - FUTURE Poster
安室奈美恵 - break the rules First Press Photobooklet
安室奈美恵 - Queen of Hip-Pop Stickers
安室奈美恵 - ViVi April 2008 Issue (Clippings)
大塚愛 - クラゲ、流れ星 Sticker
大塚愛 - 5th Anniversary Comment Card
小池徹平 - pieces Poster
テゴマス - 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~テゴマスのうた~ photobook
NEWS - CONCERT TOUR pacific 2007 2008 -THE FIRST TOKYO DOME CONCERT- photobook
NEWS - LIVE DIAMOND photobook
NEWS - Unofficial wristband

` jia RONG .

November and December Purchases

2010-12-31T00:00:00.002+08:00

J-Pop:
November 7:

[2010.11.03] NEWS - Fighting Man (Limited Edition)
[2010.03.31] NEWS - さくらガール

Travis bought these for me when he went to Japan but they're considered "purchases" anyway!! Really enjoy these. Thanks!!

November 9:

[2010.10.06] 倖田來未 - LIVE TOUR 2010 ~UNIVERSE~

This tour is AWESOME. Probably the best Kuu tour to date. I really love it. This DVD is a MUST BUY for all Kuu fans!! I sound like I'm some lame business man.

December 4:

[2010.03.10] 倖田來未 - 2009 TAIWAN LIVE

I actually bought this because I couldn't afford LIVE TOUR 2009 ~TRICK~ since only a Japan press was made. Then when I received it, I wasn't too excited but when I watched it. Woah, the concert was actually really good even though most parts of it were recycled!! Not a bad buy after all!!

December 9:

[2004.03.31] 大塚愛 - LOVE PUNCH (CD+DVD)

Early Christmas present from Karen and I really like it! Thanks a lot!! Now I'm just left with LOVE JAM and I have all of Ai's studio albums!!

December 11:

[2005.07.13] 大塚愛 - ネコに風船

Birthday present from Eva. It was originally meant to be some Tegomasu LE singles lor!! But book-off over there doesn't have them so she got this instead. Nonetheless, the single is pretty good so thank you!

December 28:

[2010.12.15] 安室奈美恵 - PAST - FUTURE tour 2010 (DVD/First Press)

Woohoo! I received it!! I ordered this with Travis to save some money on the shipping and people who has watched it said that this concert was pretty damn awesome. I won't be watching it yet because I wanna finish my HTI journal entries first. Damn.

Other Purchases:
October 31:

Patrick folder

It was an unexpected purchase when I went to Bugis with Sui Kee, Weiming, and Chrisvensia and I just had to buy this!! And when I bought this, the previous purchase post was already up and I was lazy to edit so I waited till now!

November 25:

Wordboner T-shirt

So Wordboner was having a Black Friday sale and I went on to check their site and this T-shirt caught my eye. So I got this. I wanted to get the "Life is short, so is your penis" one but fucker will just scold the shit out of me so meh, forget it. This is cool too. Plus I'm a design student!! So that's a plus.

December 8:

Pull and Bear limited graphic Tee: Spongebob Squarepants series

Went shopping with a few 03 peeps and only bought this. It was limited and Patrick was looking awesome so I got it despite the fact that it was $39.90. Spongebob looks whacked there but who cares, Patrick's the star!!

Oh punny.

December 9:

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian DVD

So I wanted to borrow the DVD from the school library initially but they didn't have it at the main library and I didn't want to go to the hill top to get it. So I while I was walking around Jurong Point with Jeslynn, I went into TS and saw this 1 DVD for $10 promotion so I got it. I've never watched this one before anyway!! And it's $10, not bootleg somemore!!

December 16:

4 Graphic Tees

Went shopping with my dearest daughter, Hillary and I got these!! All 4 for $78!! The one with the headphones printed on it is from Punk Star at The Heerens and the rest are from Lyndon's at Far East Plaza. Lyndon's have some pretty awesome graphic Tees and they're sold at reasonable prices too. Worth going.

So we were making our way back to Orchard MRT station then we walked pass Cotton On and decided to go in a check things out since they're having a 50% store wide sale. And I bought something awesome from there for only $20!!

Blue/Black Tartan Hooded Flannel

$20!! Freaking 20 bucks!! Of course must buy la!! So comfy somemore!!

December 22:

Captain Obvious T-shirt

Collected this from Sui Kee because I ordered this T-shirt along with her 2 other Threadless T-shirts. I really love it and it was S$17 only!! Cheap and awesome.

Then after that we went to HMV to get...

Glee: The Music, Volume 4

Cheapest out of the CD Shops I've seen. So ironic right? Amazing album btw. ♥

When you see someone worse off than you, you feel a little relieved. When you see someone happier than you, you quickly become impatient. But sometimes you realize just how pitiful you are and you crash into reality.
- End of the World by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Best of 2010

2010-12-29T00:00:00.002+08:00

IT'S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR THAT EVERYONE IS EXCITED FOR AGAIN!! Nope, it's not Christmas because it has just ended. And this is my second hey-I-am-pretentious-and-think-that-I'm-famous post!! SO EXCITING!!

2010 flew by quickly. Like REALLY quickly. I don't know why, I guess it's because I've entered Poly then the schedules got hectic, I got so little time for myself!! Well that's probably a lie because I often use work time for me time....

BUT THAT ASIDE!!! Ahem.

Best of 2009 | Worst of 2009

This year, I shan't have a worst of- because this year was actually a pretty great year for me. So... here goes!!

BEST PURCHASE OF THE YEAR

Canon 1000D dSLR

That's right bitches! I have a dSLR, though it's not pro, actually it's one of the noobest in the Canon dSLR series but heck, as long as I can use it for school work and casual photography, I'm fine. Wa initially I didn't want to buy it one, I think some people may remember me saying that I'd rent the school cameras until I graduate but I got it anyway!! Hahaha! On a side note, sometimes holding this and walking around makes me feel like some pretentious, snobby, cliched teenager who apparently has interest in Photography but actually just wants to look cool. Heck they don't even know how to work manual function lor!! Okay this post is not for ranting. Sorry.

BEST LOOKING PURCHASE OF THE YEAR

TeamAyu exclusive 10th anniversary phone strap (Black)

Even though I said this was a great year for me, I think my purchases all look very sian lor!! Nothing much one. That's why I think this year's best looking purchase is that. Hahaha but it's still damn awesome because the symbol thingy is gold plated leh!! GOLD PLATED!! So awesome la please, and it's like limited and exclusive and limited... And exclusive. Bought it at a super cheap price somemore, S$17!!

BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR

Tegomasu - Tegomasu no Ai

THIS ALBUM IS THE SHITZ!! It's fucking amazing I swear even though it's a mini-album. All the tracks in there are so awesome!! The recurring theme of 'love' in this album is so sweet and so Tegomasu. Listening to the songs make me remember why I loved them in the first place!! They're not your typical JE group. They actually DO have talent and their music are super meaningful and don't only cater to the fangirls. This album = gold.

Notable mentions: ayumi hamasaki - Rock'n'Roll Circus, Koda Kumi - ETERNITY ~Love & Songs~, JASMINE - GOLD

BEST DVD OF THE YEAR

KODA KUMI LIVE TOUR 2010 ~UNIVERSE~

This is probably her best tour yet!! The entire concert was so entertaining. The props, the costumes, the theatrics, everything about this tour was awesome! I think she just set the bar up really high for herself lor!! I think it's probably gonna be quite hard to beat the awesomeness for this tour. But then again I thought Black Cherry tour the best and look what happened?! Hahaha I really love it. ♥

Notable mentions: Tegomasu 1st LIVE TOUR 2009 ~Tegomasu no Uta~, namie amuro PAST - FUTURE tour 2010, ayumi hamasaki ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~

BEST J-RELEASE COVER OF THE YEAR

ayumi hamasaki - Love songs

Beautiful, natural, etc. I think Ayu looks damn pretty in there lor, and I think I'm the only one who doesn't mind the pink filter heh. I think it fits the theme of "girly and young" very well. Plus her pigtails hahaha. I think the cover looks amazing, my only problem is the font... Hmm. But oh wells, you win some you lose some.

Notable mentions: Koda Kumi - POP DIVA, Koda Kumi - Suki de, Suki de, Suki de./Anata Dake Ga, Namie Amuro - Get Myself Back, Perfume - VOICE (Limited Edition)

BEST ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Koda Kumi

So this year's her 10th anniversary year which means she starts release whoring. That said, even though she has overworked herself imo, she has been releasing some really good releases. All her singles were good this year and her concerts and TV performances were pretty amazing. The amount of work she is willing to put in for her fans is really commendable and heartwarming. I love you Kuu, here's to having better years ahead!!

BEST TV SERIES OF THE YEAR

Glee

Hands down. This series is AWESOMEEEEE. I think it's been a long while since I've been so in love with an English series already. I mean, the characters in there are so well thought out, everyone has something in them that the viewers would want to know. The plot itself is pretty good too though it'd be better if the teenage drama would tone down a little. Hahaha. That said, I think the musical numbers in the show were fantastic. I love lots of songs from there!! Can't wait for more. Glee is fucking amazing.

Notable mentions: How I Met Your Mother, Cougar Town, Desperate Housewives Season 6

BEST MOVIE OF THE YEAR

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of The Dawn Treader

Not sure if many of you know this (by many of you I mean the souls who stalk my blog every now and then) but after watching The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe back in Sec 2, I'm pretty much a Narnia geek though I haven't really read the books. Heh. When I watched it in the cinema with my classmates, I was pretty impressed with the movie. It's a little bit short, yes, but it's really good! Aslan's still cute as always. :3

Notable mentions: Rapunzel: A Tangled Tale

So yeah! I'm done with the best of 2010 and look forward to this (once again, the souls who stalk my blog) for the year 2011! Bye!!

` jia RONG .

Happy Birthday Jeslynn!!

2010-12-28T00:00:00.000+08:00

YOU CAN NOW SAY YOU'VE HIGH-FIVED A KOREAN CELEB! ONE THAT YOU LIKE SOMEMORE!!

Hahahah but in all seriousness, happy birthday Jeslynn! Enjoy your day with your family and stay awesome!! ♥

` jia RONG .

Uneventful holiday.

2010-12-24T17:10:00.002+08:00

Hello~

Well I'm currently having my 3 week term break now. It's crazy because I still have so much work to do!! Stupid lor, SP website says that it's supposedly a vacation but I have like what? 7 assignments to complete? Crazy.

I'm done with 1 of them already though.

I realise that I've been sleeping a lot lately. Either that or my bio-clock is screwed. I'm thinking if it's the latter though because I've been sleeping at like 1-3am in the morning and waking up at 11am on that day. Oh wells.

So umm, my holiday was quite uneventful. Let's see, first week, didn't do much except watching How I Met Your Mother non-stop going shopping with my dearest daughter Hillary. Hehe ♥

Talked about lots of nonsense and I bought some stuff which I'm pretty happy about hahaha. You'll see in the November/December purchases post.

And this is the end of week 2 of the holidays... I finished my IA assignment and went out with Sui Kee to town to get Glee: The Music, Volume 4. Heehee, awesome album!! So happy I got it. 8D Walked around town then went home at 4ish.

OH OH. I found out that she might be my long-lost kindergarten school mate lor!! Haha!! We went pass Clementi MRT station then I talked about how I used to live there. Then she was like. Oh!! I used to study at the Clementi PAP kindergarten. Then I was like O____O NO WAY I DID TOO!!!! HAHAHA. Ahh had a great time that day. ♥

So yeah, that's a unnecessary and short update of what I'm doing during the holidays. LOL. Bye!!

It can't be only good times ahead, but it seems like I need you and if you need me, then we don't really need a reason. These days aren't bad at all, are they?
- independent by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Happy Birthday Kai Xuan!!

2010-12-02T00:00:00.002+08:00

Woohoo!! It's 2 December!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAI XUAN!!!!

From Jiarong, with love ♥

Enjoy your lulz!!

Image quality consistency ftw. :3

` jia RONG .

Lol k sure.

2010-11-30T22:02:00.004+08:00

WOOHOO I'M FINALLY BLOGGING!!

So. There was a pretty interesting thing that happened to me today.

I was taking the MRT home with Jeslynn just now and behind me were 2 act high-class sorority bitches.

Since it was pretty squeezy inside the train, bumping into someone near me was inevitable. So the bitch behind me was trying to push my bag away from her. So that's pretty normal la, I mean, avoid contact with a stranger.

Then after that the train ride got more bumpy, so I kept bumping into her. Then her stupid friend was holding all her shopping bags and her handbag and kept bumping into my leg intentionally.

I retaliated by intentionally raising up my foot then kicking the bags lor.

Then bitch was like "ES-Q ME. *gives pissed off face*"
Then I was like "... I didn't do anything?"
Other bitch "WE DIN SAY YOU DO ANYTING."
Then I was like "Okay... *rolls eyes*"
Bitch telling her friend "SO UNGENTLEMANLY. THIS KINDA PEOPLE MY KEEP A DISTANT AWAY FROM THEM."
I turned back to them and said "Yeah, I would too. *rolls eyes*"

What? Really? Are you for real?

I mean, why the fuck are you making this a big deal? Fine, I kicked your bags, but have you ever wondered WHY I'm doing that? No you don't. Because you're too stupid to find out.

And why the fuck are you trying to preach to me about being courteous when you aren't polite in the first place? Using that fucking pretentious accent to lecture me in public? You not embarrassed meh? I'm embarrassed for you man!! Shows how literate you are.

Please man, don't try to fucking teach me a lesson, or scold me in public with that ridiculous English of yours. You can't even pronounce basic words properly and you wanna scold me? Work on your English, then lecture me.

Bitches, stop being so pretentious okay. Don't act all prissy and self-centred on public transport la!! So pretentious, act rich, but not rich. Or is probably rich, but never use brain. So rich buy clothes, might as well get enrolled in classes. More useful what!!

And who are you to complain about nonsense like this during the peak hour? You expect everyone to clear the space for you on the MRT ah? Please la, you're not the fucking government or a big shot in Singapore, no one will leave a space for you. You're just a typical Singaporean who wants to show off things that aren't even in you.

If you're so very rich, why not just avoid this whole problem together by, oh I don't know, TAKING A FUCKING TAXI? Sheesh. Don't be fucking whiny and childish by complaining and doing stupid things like this, you're just being attention whores and not even in a good way. Go back home, cry to your daddies because you bitches are just so incompetent.

But bottom line,

A little annoyed at most.

But it's fine though. I'm a better person than they are and that's all that matters. Quoting Travis,

Beauty fades, intelligence is forever.
(Heck, they aren't even beautiful lor. Fucking ugly.)

(Unless you get into some stupid-assed accident)

Not angry anymore.

I WHIP MA HURR BACK N FORTH AND I'M AWWRITE.

Bye!!

I won't lose my way anymore, I have no regrets.
- Microphone by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

Drained.

2010-11-14T11:55:00.003+08:00

Assignment after assignment. I'm drained. I'm really tired, exhausted, whatever that's synonymous to tired.

But to be honest, I'm actually kinda enjoying my DVMD life. Well except the stupid CRS and XDM. Stupid ttm.

I mean seriously speaking, I'd rather just have all design modules. Yeah la, XDM also design module but it's so stupid!! And pointless. Pssh. I mean seriously, how is stalking some random stranger gonna help us in design? How is making a pointless book about the people, objects, environment, messages/media, and services gonna help us in design?

Baffling.

Oh and CRS is annoying because the lecturer's kinda annoying uh. The module would be better if it was like, another lecturer, like Mdm Tham. 8D

The rest of the design modules are fine~ I'm having fun in most of them. :3

Random update of my life that probably won't interest you. I'm just updating because I don't want my blog to collect dust.

Please tell me if there is an end to the unrequited love that I am feeling for you...
- Kataomoi no Chiisana Koi by Tegomasu

` jia RONG .

September and October Purchases

2010-10-31T00:00:00.004+08:00

J-Pop:
September 8:

浜崎あゆみ - Rock'n'Roll Circus Poster (CD+DVD Cover)

Someone was selling this on AHS and I HAD to get this. It's pretty darn rare since it's a lottery bonus and it was cheap too. S$13 and the seller lives around Boon Lay MRT station so I didn't have to pay for mailing. Awesome. Oh and he included this unofficial print out of the Rock'n'Roll Circus tour poster

Awesome right there.

September 23:

[2010.09.22] 浜崎あゆみ - crossroad (Jacket C/First Press)

Bought this from CDJapan because I had I don't know... 800 FSP? So I had to pay $13 only LOL. Yeah, this is actually the only single from the 48th to 50th single that I really liked. L was disappointing so I shan't get that. Oh and it comes with a tacky and cheap poster too!

浜崎あゆみ - crossroad Poster (1st - 25th single cover collage)

I know right?

October 8:

[2010.09.22] 倖田來未 - 好きで、好きで、好きで。 / あなただけが　(CD+DVD/First Press)
[2010.09.15] NEWS - LIVE (Limited Edition)

Actually would've received Suki de at an earlier date but I was at Malaysia so my mum collected it for me and I only opened it on the night I reached Singapore. Lazy to take picture of it that night so I waited for the next day and LIVE came. 8D

Other Purchases:
October 24:

Blue Vans shoes

Bought these unintentionally. But I bought them anyway!! They're the same pair that Dee has lor, but mine are like, huge. It's actually designed for both genders but mine are so huge that they are just men's now. XD

October 30:

Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show

So I was walking back to the MRT station with Jeslynn and Izzy when I saw this on display in HMV and I spazzed like a little kid and got it since I loved all songs from the ep. ♥

I'm left all alone in vacant time. What do I do with a question that I can't break down?
- Labyrinth by NEWS

`jia RONG.

Need to get this out.

2010-10-24T10:57:00.002+08:00

You know, after laying down on the bed yesterday night, I've started to think. Started to ponder. About what I am, about the past 16 years of my life, about my personality, and much more.

You know, maybe I'm still a sad person inside, and that my happy side is like, fake. I don't know, I just feel that way. What if I really am?

Lyrics of Bohemian Rhapsody got to me. Not that my mum killed a man la but. Sometimes I wished I've never been born at all, and I'm just a poor boy, nobody loves me. Well, probably except my mum. But life for me, pretty sad I guess. Well I was in a dark period of my life, no one was really there for me. Until about Sec 3 where I met Jeslynn and Kai Xuan.

I don't know, maybe it's just me, maybe it's the people around me, but I do find myself, a very sad person at times. I do wanna be happy, and the first semester in Poly has shown me that I can be happy. And now that I'm in my diploma class, I don't know, I feel that I'm slowly reverting back... Not that the friends I've made there aren't there for me but, aiya, I don't know.

Gahh, nonsense rant.

Why am I crying? Why am I lost? Why did I stop? Please tell me. When will I grow up? How long can I stay a child? Where have I come running from?Where am I running to?
- A Song for ×× by ayumi hamasaki

`jia RONG .

Maybe.

2010-10-22T22:20:00.000+08:00

In this wide universe, there is
A big world in a blue earth
A small memory of love will reach
You who are living in a small island

Time has passed since I met you
The letter with my piled up feelings increases
Without us realising, it is already echoing between us
Sometimes we’re full of intensity,
sometimes we’re full of sadness

These feelings echoes distantly
This gentle love song will change the world

Look, the person who is important to you
Is right beside you
I just want you to receive
This echoing love song
Listen, listen, listen to this echoing love song

You’ve realized even when we walked
In the dark, the moonlight will shine on us
I won’t let go of you hand
I swear that these strong feelings will last for eternity

In the depths of forever, I’ll definitely say
These same words without any change of feelings
Even if it’s still not enough, it’ll change into tears
And it’ll change into joy that I can’t put into words
I’ll just hold you, I’ll just hold you

Look, the person who is important to you
Is right beside you
I just want you to receive
This echoing love song
Listen, listen, listen to this echoing love song

If it’s a dream don’t wake up, if it’s a dream don’t wake up
The time I’ve spent with you will become an everlasting star

Look, the person who is important to you
Is right beside you
I just want you to receive
This echoing love song

Look, the person who is important to you
Is right beside you
I just want you to receive
This echoing love song
Listen, listen, listen to this echoing love song

"IT'S THE LAST DAY ALREADYYYYYY"

2010-10-11T12:35:00.005+08:00

Click to read the posts on previous days because they got paginated lolol.

Day 1 and 2 | Day 3

Woke up at 6:45am. Oh god, I was soooo sleepy.

Went down and have breakfast with my roomies again and this time, there wasn't any queue at the egg station!! So CK went to order for us, I had scrambled egg.

After breakfast, we headed to the mountain camp/school/whatever and had this photo scavenger hunt nonsense.

We were given this list and basically we have to take pictures according to what's on the list la. We have stuff like "5 shades of green", "Something hairy" etc. It was boring as hell I swear. But I managed to snap some shots.

"Something edible"

BEETLES HAVING SEX!!! So lulz.

"Something with a hole in it"

Sap!

Hi Isabelle! She went into the lalang field.

Mel joined her and both of them put lalangs on their heads.

DAMMIT OUT OF FOCUS

We left after that and went back to Gopeng town. But I couldn't be bothered to leave the bus so I took a shot from inside the bus.

Pardon the reflection.

Then we headed back to the hotel and had to prepare for check out at 1:30pm.

Jeslynn's blonde hair has the same color as the lalang!

Walao! The initial plan was to check out at 3pm then we would have time to shop lor!! Oh wells. If we checked out any later than 1:30pm then we would've reached Singapore at around 12mn lol.

So we took the coach back to the checkpoint. But before that we went to this shop that sells local hand made tidbits! They're freaking awesome! I didn't take a picture though. Heh. It's called YOYO Native Food. A lot of Mediacorp stars have been there before lor!!

After that we headed to our dinner place and we had Ramly burger! Damn awesome. Been so long since I've ate that.

After that, bought bubble gum (hehehehe) and headed back to Singapore.

Reached SP at around 10:30pm and took the MRT back with some of the 03 people.

Overall, this trip was an enjoyable one. Of course, other than the room issue at the beginning and the mountain camp/school/whatever. I'm so glad 03 is somewhat bonded as a group because of the performance thing and also most of us have already formed a "clique". I'm pretty excited to be classmates with these people. Hopefully there won't be any class politics in the future la!

So that's all! My 4D3N trip in Pangkor/Gopeng, Malaysia!

Take a step before you leap into the colors that you seek. You give back what you give away, so don't look back on yesterday.
- Aftermath by Adam Lambert

` jia RONG .

The Haunting in...

2010-10-10T14:35:00.003+08:00

Woke up at around 7 to have breakfast with my roomies downstairs. Food was pretty good. There was even a booth to get eggs lor! Can choose between omellete, sunny side-up, Foo-yong and scrambled.

The queue was too long so I didn't bother.

After that we headed to some waterfall place which I forgot the name.

Very effective 8D

The water current was pretty fast and I stepped into the water. Whoo! It was super cooling!

Walked around and took more random shots. There were chickens, spiders, and we also went nearer to the top of the waterfall.

Ant trail! It was super long.

Walking into the forest~

"Very cute right?"

When we reached the top most area where people can reach, WE HAD TO GO DOWN. Tough luck much? Some people managed to snap some shots lor. But I didn't! :( Whatever. I took a shot with Yus there. Once again, it's on Facebook.

Headed to Gua Tempurung next. There was this awesome cave and it looks very pretty inside la basically. Most people were using flash, including me. But the shots didn't turn out nice anyway! Tsk.

At the entrance

Bokeh in the cave! 8D

Light painting!

After that we had lunch and headed to another waterfall. This time, it was for the water abseiling slide activity. We had to climb up this trail first until we reach the place. I had to wait for another pair for sandals because slippers weren't allowed.

Ended up wearing Dahao's sandals. There was a leech on the left one! The instructor removed it eventually hahahaha. Went down the waterfall. Walao, it was so underwhelming lor!

The water was prettys shallow at the top part so we all had to push ourselves off the rocks. Then after that, my line overlapped Mehhzee's! After that minor mishap, it was somewhat smooth la.

When I climbed up, Fah was like "EH JIARONG YOU HAVE A CUT AH?!" Then when I checked, ho shit, a leech bite mark! I think it got washed off when I was sliding down la because the current was very strong. But heck, I didn't feel anything lor!

Then after the whole activity was over, it was raining! So glad it ended right before it rained! We were drenched and we didn't see a point in changing at the place so we didn't la. We put newspaper and towels on our seats and sat on them.

Reached the hotel in about 30 minutes. Bathed and met most of the 03 people, Charmaine and Isabelle to go shopping! Bought nothing though, nothing really caught my eye even though I really wanted to get a new mouse and earphones. Oh and also more clothes. Oh wells.

Went back to the hotel at around 6:30pm to have dinner. Mine was chicken chop but really, it was chicken cutlet. So hard somemore! Not really satisfying.

Went to Suik/Evan/Clarice's room to practice our item for the performance that was held later on at the rooftop. It was pretty fun and I broke a bottle x_x

When we reached the rooftop, we tested the water level and had a dry/"wet" run. Then we went first! Our performance was first because we chose to go first. It can be found on Facebook. It was about the waterbottle girl. Which was originally the matchstick girl but we had to fit the theme lolol. It was a fun night overall. Even though 01 won, we still had fun.

After that, we went to crash Yusman's room again!

Watched The Haunting in Connecticut. It was pretty good! Most of the people kinda freaked out so it was pretty funny. XD

Mel nomming on BBQ wings. YUSMAN TOOK THIS.

Awesome group right there.

Played some games after the movie and I was somewhat telling a ghost story then during the short silence to create suspense, YUSMAN SNORED. Broke the atmosphere! But it was quite funny. XD

Went back to my room at around 3:30am and kinda woke up Chee Kiang heh.

So that's all for Day/Night 3! Shall post about the the last day soon!

Time stops like an angel’s plea. Soaring out into the light, the midwinter Snow Express
- SNOW EXPRESS by NEWS

`jia RONG .

TO PANGKOR AND GOPENG!

2010-10-09T22:28:00.003+08:00

I'll be blogging about the trip in 3 parts because I realised that there's shitloads of stuff I can blog about.

Well not really la, but it's because of the photos that would make the length of the post super long.

So.

Day 1! Was fucker's birthday and he had to send me to school hehehehe. Reached Dover at 6:30am with my awesomely auntie baggage and met the 62 peeps. Then headed to the convention centre to assemble before going to the coach. YUSMAN AND WEILE WEREN'T IN THE SAME BUS AS US!! :(

I kinda felt a bit troubled about it la. Like, why on earth would room mates be seperated right. Doesn't really make sense to me.

Anywho, we went through the checkpoints and I was queuing behind this couple who took AGES to get their passports stamped. I had no choice but to switch lines. I swear they were super slow, after 7 to 8 people who got their passports stamped, THEY WERE STILL THERE! I'm not exaggerating!! Then in the end I was the last one to go lor!

Then at the security scan, my back pack and camera bag wasn't scanned because I forgot to put it there. HAHA! Then Shirlynn was like, "You very funny hor? Never put your back pack and camera bag."

So after that, we took a different coach after the Malaysian checkpoint and our tour guide was James! He was telling us what to expect for breakfast la that's about it.

Had Roti Chanai, which is known as prata in Singapore la basically. Not bad. Oh and the iced Milo was pretty cheap. 1.70RM if I remembered correctly hehehe.

Yeah la, you can say I'm very sua ku and what not la. IT'S MY FIRST TIME GOING TO MALAYSIA OKAY.

So after that we went back to the coach and before the lunch stop, Shirlynn made an announcement. ROOM ARRANGEMENTS GOT CHANGED. Fuck. My feelings were right lor!! When I saw the list, I was with people I completely didn't know.

I have to admit. I wasn't happy about it. But we sorta interacted and talked la so it was fine I guess. *shrug*

Had A&W for lunch. I had nuggets la. Walao damn disappointing. Service was shit, nuggets were mediocre. I WANT A&W BACK IN SINGAPORE!!! ;_;

Then later, coach ride to the jetty again. The duration of the ride was EXCRUTIATING. So fucking long. Luckily I had a talk with quite a lot of people during the last 2 hours or so.

When we reached the jetty, we were given some time to take photos and go for a toilet break la. So... Photos! (Finally)

Went to the ferry then headed to the resort. We had a family suite and I snapped some shots of it la.

One of the beds. I shared the bed with Chee Kiang.

Then we had a dinner at this damn awesome place. Before that, we had a "wang" (inside joke) ride there. It was exhilarating. It was like a roller-coaster ride and Mel was going crazy and stuff. So funny! I'm very lazy to steal shots from Facebook so just check them out there la hor? XD

Then we slept at around 2am and woke up at around 6am to catch the sunrise.

Saw this insect outside our room.

So anyway, we went to the viewing deck to wait for the sun but the sky was too dark. We waited a while and realised the sun was rising at the other side!! So it was quite pointless. I saw Yusman, Weile and Weiming, new found 03 friend, at the beach.

... and we had breakfast together.

Breakfast table.

My breakfast! The bacon sucked though. It was too tough and hard to chew. Everything else was fine though!

Then after that, when it was brighter, we took more photos! The water was so cooling and it was soo breezy by the beach. I felt like going back to sleep! As the sky got brighter, there was a peacock and a few hornbills for us to take photos of. The hornbills were pretty cute. :3

Thanks to Yusman for taking this photo for me! Was supposed to be a test shot but I like it a lot heh.

I told Yusman and Weile to look natural and continue drawing. Then they froze there as if they were posing. Aiyo!

"Eh Jiarong! Take photo of me! I like half shadowwwwww"

Then after that we had the beach telematch thing and our class won! It was a fun experience hah. We then headed to Yusman's room to wait for our respective room mates to be back with the keys then we had a bathe before going for lunch.

We had lunch at the same place again! But for some reason, the ride wasn't as exciting lor. Oh wells.

After lunch we went back to the resort and waited to check out. Then headed back to the jetty!

At the jetty

Went into the ferry and it was FREAKING AWESOME. We went to the upper deck and WHAT A VIEW! It was super windy and awesome la.

Shipwreck!

Lolol Jeslynn's fringe totally covered her face

I love my hair here but my face. Sigh.

With Suik

"MY HAND'S NOT LEAVING UNTIL YOU TAKE A PICTURE!!" SEE WHAT I HAVE TO DEAL WITH FOR THE NEXT 5 SEMESTERS?!? Nah jk Suik, I still love you. ♥ HAHAHA

Reached Gopeng and took a coach ride again to Kampar town. But before that, we headed to Gopeng town and there were good photography spots but the lighting was really bad and it was RAINING. Tsk. Wasted opportunity. I took some shots though. Kinda happy with them to be honest.

Then we reached Grand Kampar hotel and it was so nice la! The family suite was so good lor! I took more shots!

Okay stop judging my lamp shots. I like them okay!

Had dinner at this prata place and I had this, Roti Pataya thing and Milo shake. IT WAS SOOOO GOOODDDD AND FILLING! 4.80RM!! That's cheaper than SP food courts!!

Walked around the shops there and we bumped into the lecturers in the stationery shop. Heh. But yeah, after that, crashed Yusman's room and played Indian Poker!! Forfeit was to drink a sip of curry from the prata place. I GOT THE SMALLEST CARD 3 TIMES IN A ROW OKAY. The curry was so salty. x_x But Suik lost at the last round so she had to drink 1/3 of a cup. Lolololol.

Anyway, I shall stop here hehehe. More parts to come soon!

Aim for Wonderland, raise that fist higher. Don't give up, you might as well shine until the end.
- Wonderland by NEWS

`jia RONG .

DVMD Study trip!

2010-10-03T21:31:00.003+08:00

Short one.

I'll be going to Perak, Malaysia for my study trip from 4th to 7th October! People will be missed! Especially my mum.

Yeah, I'm a mummy's boy. Whatever. Deal with it.

So yeah. Bye!

If you try to describe happiness: it's something intangible that slips through the cracks of your fingers.
- Far away by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

This and that.

2010-09-27T22:33:00.006+08:00

First of all...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDREW!!!

Sorry I couldn't make a banner for you. I didn't know what to make for you. LOLOL.

Okay, so.

Life is pretty much boring during the holidays because I have nothing to do. Yep. Basically. But I did go out for a few outings and stuff but that's about it la! Like, the Raya housewarming at Yusman's... Early Mid-Autumn celebration at Jeslynn's... Play-nation with Line62Crew... Can't think of anymore. Wa fuck my holidays so uneventful. FML.

So anyway, we went to Yusman's on the 17th of the month and had fun. Watched Superhero movie in his house, celebrated Hillary's birthday a day before, ate good food, had fun in arcade. All in all, it was a fun day uh. Ahh, I love Line62Crew. ♥

Facebook won't sue you for hotlinking right?

Photo taken from Yusman's Facebook. Thanks!

Then had early Mid-Autumn festival celebration on Mid-Autumn eve at Jeslynn's. So like, I met Kai at Jurong Point then went to Gek Poh and met Jeslynn. Bought candles and sparklers. Then played mini mahjong in her room! SHE HAS NICE HAIR NOW BTW. (Y)

Oh yeah, her dog is like kinda PMS-y. At first, she loved me. Then she hated me. Meh. Then she loved me again when I was mahjonging.

So anyway, after that we went to the playground nearby and had fun with candles and sparklers~

I did this:

Photo thanks to Jeslynn!

I'm obsessed like that. Shut up.

On the 24th, which was like, last Friday. We went to have fun at Play-nation!! Had lots of fun there playing Mario Kart, Band Hero, Guitar Hero and others. Yeah so basically after that went to have dinner at POMO and played Pool. I'm starting to gain interest in Pool again thanks to Line62Crew. Hehehehe. Pooling this coming Wednesday also.

Anyways, I have like a few things to look forward to during the holidays also.

I'll be getting a haircut on Thursday so that's pretty exciting because currenty, it's a huge mess now goodness. I wanna try another Massu hairstyle but I don't have side burns. Sigh.

Then after that... DVMD STUDY TRIP IN PERAK!! Whoo!! Photo taking, ~~sketching~~, meeting new people, going to Malaysia for the first time. Yes I know you're probably judging me severely in front of your monitor now. But whatever!

Anyways, after that, we have to do a coffee table book so that's pretty exciting as well because I can finally do work. It feels kinda weird to not be able to do any designing. Heh. But I hope I will be the one who will post process the photos taken there. I HOPE YOU'RE READING THIS YUSMAN AND WEI LE. HAHAHAHAHA.

So yeah, here's a ~~very sad~~ update of my life. Bye.

Memories are sweet because we passed through the time. However sad now, we can talk about it with a smile some day
- theme of a-nation '03 by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .

blossom

2010-09-20T11:57:00.003+08:00

Within your heart, you've actually been crying for a while haven't you?
But you were hiding it, that part of you hasn't changed.

You were smiling just at the moment we could meet, weren't you?
I'm sure it was your sweet lie and the pretension to be strong with all your might

We always knew, we have never had a day where we forgot
We don't have to know the meaning of becoming an adult

Because we started to walk and we don't need a reason for that
Because we certainly know at least that we are simply OK, we are OK now

I painfully know that your feelings are reaching me unchanged
Because our promise to share everything isn't a lie at all

Just as we have protected the naturally-colored flower petals together
We will gently see them through together until the last one falls

And we started to walk, hand in hand, still in an unfamiliar way
Now we have taken a step forward, and this moment will change the future
- blossom by ayumi hamasaki

I don't want to grow up.

Happy Birthday Hillary!!

2010-09-18T00:00:00.001+08:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY DEAR DAUGHTER!! Stay amazing and beautiful! ♥

` jia RONG .

To Line62Crew

2010-09-11T11:46:00.003+08:00

Weaving up useless things
I laughed until I noticed that it was morning
We are supposed to be adults but nothing has changed

You are my best friend
It’s embarrassing so I can’t even say thank you
It’s not a special place but you will always be here

The town that we were raised in
Has changed into a different shape than before
Even passing the ever changing seasons, you won’t change

You are my best friend
Sometimes we even fight over trivial things
I understand the gathered feelings

Even in the future I think I won’t say it
But when I am with you I feel the warmest

You are my best friend
It’s embarrassing so I can’t even say thank you
It’s not a special place but you will always be here

You are my best friend
No matter the time, we are never alone
The casual kindness that you give me
Thank you

- Best Friend by NEWS

Despite me being an ass, despite me being such a wuss, despite me being so negative, you guys still treated me like a friend and I felt like I belonged somewhere. I love you guys so so much. Even though I know that we will drift apart eventually, you guys, Line62Crew will be in my poly memories. Easily one of the best moments in my life.

I'll miss the times we drew together, played with wires together, took photos together, helped each other out during the printmaking sessions, the times where we got bored of Shirlynn's and Venkat's classes, the times we L4D2'd together, times where we had lunch together, and so much more.

Thank you for the joy and happiness everyone. ♥

` jia RONG .

June to August Purchases

2010-09-04T17:56:00.002+08:00

Omg I haven't been updating my purchases since forever. Been tied down by work!! But yeah, here goes!

J-Pop:
June 16:

NEWS - Unofficial wristband

Got this from a JE fan shop on LiveJournal and it was only US$3 without shipping so why not? I had extra money in my Paypal anyway lolol.

June 23:

浜崎あゆみ - TeamAyu exclusive 10th anniversary phone strap (Black)

Saw this on AHS and it was being sold at US$7 without shipping. THIS KIND OF DEAL WHERE CAN LET GO?! THE AYU LOGO IS GOLD PLATED!!! So yeah I got it and I love it a lot ♥

Back of the strap

How it looks like on my phone

June 30:

[2010.04.14] 浜崎あゆみ - ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~

Bought this from 5music along with Travis because of the cheap shipping. Yes I'm a cheapo. Whatever!

NO PURCHASES IN JULY!!!!

August 6:

[2004.10.14] 安室奈美恵 - GIRL TALK / the SPEED STAR (CD+DVD)

My birthday month! First present of the month. I remember receiving it when I was finishing my wire sculpture. I love it so much partly cuz it's somewhat rare.

August 13:

[2010.07.28] 安室奈美恵 - Break It / Get Myself Back (CD+DVD)

Got this on the day where I went shopping with Suik and Drool as mentioned on the previous post~

August 14:

[2007.04.04] 安室奈美恵 - FUNKY TOWN
[2006.08.02] 大塚愛 - ユメクイ (CD+DVD/First Press)

Got these from Travis the day after. Yumekui's a birthday present and FUNKY TOWN is something I bought from him. Been wanting to get Yumekui for a while and I got this as a birthday present! Thanks!

August 16:

[2003.12.10] 安室奈美恵 - STYLE

Another order from 5music due to a headsup from Karen. I feel so scammed because on the site, they stated the first press catalog number and also the 2 bonus tracks! But whatever, the bonus tracks were boring anyway. Hmph.

August 25:

[2010.07.07] 倖田來未 - Gossip Candy (CD+DVD/First Press)
[2007.06.27] 安室奈美恵 - PLAY (CD+DVD)

HILLARY'S BACK FROM TAIWAN~ We met each other when we had a studio shoot for the photography assignment. I'm so happy because she got PLAY for me as a birthday present and I'm paying her for Gossip Candy soon~ Another item striked off my rebuy list!

Other Purchases:
July 11:

Canon 1000D DSLR Camera

Not a planned buy for that day but heck, got it anyway! And I love it so much. Gotta thank my awesome mum for buying it for me. ♥

August 13:

FleshImp backpack
5 pin badges

As mentioned on my previous post~

So yeah! That's my purchase for the past few months!

The end of the semester is nearing which means Common Foundation would be ending. Bitter sweet feelings. All those assignments I did are finally over but that would also mean I'll stop being classmates with awesome people. I'll miss class 62. I felt that I belong somewhere and I'm accepted by you guys. I'll miss you guys so so so much.

Sometimes in our lives, we all have pain, we all have sorrow. But if we are wise, we know that there's always tomorrow.
- Lean On Me (Glee Cast Version)

` jia RONG .

WOOT SHOPPING.

2010-08-13T10:53:00.003+08:00

Yesterday, Sui Kee, Andrew and I went shopping!! But before that I went to the post office to collect my Namie single!!

[2010.07.28] 安室奈美恵 - Break It / Get Myself Back (CD+DVD)

~~The photo is weirdly colored :(~~

So anyway, yeah! When I showed the person behind the counter my IC, she freaking thought it was a girl. She was all like "*stares* Is that you on the IC? I thought she's your sister or something!"

HELLO?! ARE YOU FUCKING BLIND?!

You're the only one who said that photo of me makes me look like a girl
I'm the single child (not that she really knows but I'm being irrationally angry)
It states Sex: M

My mood for the day was actually kinda spoiled. But it got better when I opened the package LOL.

So I took the MRT to Lakeside first to meet Sui Kee. So we met and we took the train down to Bugis to meet Andrew.

Oh and at the City Hall station, the door had this advertisement about the distance fare nonsense and this old man looks like he just got a head shot.

Poor man

Not very clear because the train moved too soon and it's taken by my phone cam so~ And that line was actually red!

Andrew was late because he forgot to bring his iPod earphones and he went home to take it while he was on the way to Bedok MRT station before making his way down to Bugis again.

He arrived at like 12:05 and we went to have lunch and Sui and I had Pepper Lunch. Andrew had nothing, as usual. Talked about lots of random stuff like how Andrew's bag got stolen back in Secondary School.

After that we walked around Bugis Junction. We went to Kinokuniya and I totally flailed when I saw the box for the Ayu Live Photobook!! Andrew told me to stop because I looked gay and people are staring. Whatever man, fandom comes first. Being self-conscious, last. 8D

Walked around even more and Sui was searching for Fedoras and nail polish. Was at The Face Shop and Sui kept asking us for suggestions. HAHAHAHAHA DAMN WIN CUZ SHE'S ASKING DUDES FOR OPINIONS. Andrew was like JUST TAKE IT LA!!! And I was like, remember the color wheel~ She got baby blue and orange in the end.

We walked around even more to search for backpacks because I needed one. We went to Zinc first, there weren't any design that particularly caught my eye so we went to the next shop and the blue checkered bag was wayyy above my budget. Like $70. T'was at Billabong. And the prices increase as we go from shop to shop.

Then we went to Accessorize to look for Fedoras. There were more cancer hats than Fedoras!!! And the Fedoras weren't that purdy and was super expensive. Sui had to go get mounting boards and we intended to go the Art Friend after Bugis Junction but we went to iluma instead. They have this second hand CD shop which sold some pretty rare/random stuff. One of the random stuff we went across was this children's TV theme songs...

... For girls.

WHUT?! The Bananas in Pyjamas banana looks damn wrong la! For girls somemore. iluma had nothing much except exhibitions. There were some wire sculptures by TP Visual Comm students and omg, standard is crazy high. Sigh I felt damn noob but heck. Oh and there's this like, peacock thingy where people have to decorate or come up with a design for it.

One of the nicer ones though it kinda looks like a chicken instead

Pretty interesting because some were made by toddlers so the painting skills are... Yeah. But it's still cool.

Went out of iluma and headed to Bras Basah.

Random photo taken at Bras Basah.

Sui got her mounting boards and a sketchbook for the GC assignment. Walked towards Raffles City and Sui almost got knocked down by a car. TWICE. (Y)

Wanted to take a photo of the buildings but my dear friends just had to interrupt. :)

Me: ANDREW WANTS TO CROSS OVER!!!
Sui: I'm holier than you!!
Andrew: :(

And while walking we talked about how crossing over for someone who suicides because of life's difficulties would become a vicious cycle. Randomly took a photo of a clock at the Swatch shop in Raffles City because Sui totally pointed out something that was kinda funny.

Look at what the bunnies are doing

Yes, I know I'm slow. Whatever!

Trained down to Somerset and Andrew got pestered by an old lady, telling him to go to the back when he wanted to enter through the middle when no one is exiting. I guess she was menopausal. Walked around and I told Sui that there's an F21 outlet in 313 and she totally went psycho and said I liked to shop there just because I mentioned it. LOL WHUUTTT. Still no luck for her Fedora and we went to Uniqlo. Wanted to search for Pokemon UTs but I guess they don't produce them anymore. :(

Then went to HMV and bought pin badges!!! Totally love them because it's kinda lulz. I love the "Shit Happens" one because it's brown HAHAHAHA. How apt! Photo to come later~

Went to The Heeren next and saw a backpack that I wanted to buy from Spin the Bottle but it was quite basic so I kept it in view first. Then we went to FleshImp and I found the same backpack!! Just that the brand is different and the blue was nicer. Oh and also a specialised compartment for a laptop so it's like, awesome. PLUS IT'S CHEAPER!!! ~~By 90cents~~

But I was still quite hesitant then Sui saw this chio one. It's black and waterproof. It's somewhat bigger (with stuffing) too! So I got that. Initially my budge was like, $50 but the bag was $55.

"Come on~ $5 is just a meal" says Sui. But yeah, I pretty much agreed. Oh and I bought more pins from fourskin!! Solid colors again. Heh.

Then we made our way down to Taka because there's a Pull and Bear outlet there and Sui finally bought her Fedora!! And we took a photo 8D

Pic taken from Sui's Facebook

And we walked to ION Orchard just to walk around. And at that point of time, my legs were dying. Andrew went home upon reaching ION Orchard so Sui and I continued to walk around. So many nice, expensive stuff. @_@ Oh wells.

Before dinner, we both wanted to use the toilet and we walked one whole round around one of the levels in ION just to find the toilet. Amazing.

One mass orgy.

Had dinner at Xin Wang Hong Kong cafe and it was pretty good~ Had Spicy Diced Pork Fried Rice with Fried Egg and it was surprisingly filling.

Om nom nom nom

And it wasn't the pork that was spicy but the rice. Oh and I had HK style Milk Tea to go along with it. Urgh, caused me to lose sleep at night. Sheesh.

After dinner we wanted to walk around more. So we did! We went up. Even more expensive stuff. Sigh. Went to { prologue } and there were people filming outside! I guess they were filming for a commercial because the lady (actress I suppose) was holding a { prologue } bag and had 47259837528957 layers of make up.

Went to the stationery level to check things out and I took another photo!! Wasn't very happy with it.

Meh reflection. Stupid laws of physics. :(

So we went home and I was like, dead tired and Sui and I were talking about the J world. Awesome 8D

Reached home and my mum was damn happy and proud of me because she said I finally bought something useful with my birthday money for once. Because she finds CDs useless. XD

Sooo....

Loot for the day!!

Pins (THE BLUE ONE IS SO AWESOMEEE)

Bag (Bad lighting. It's really purdy irl!!)

I kinda wished I was more spontaneous with the photos. Then there would be more pictures but heck, yesterday was a fun day! 8D

Shall end of the post with a photo of something Sui and I saw in Art Box

I'm sure you do buyer!

It would be nice if we could throw away everything except what is most important
- Dearest by ayumi hamasaki

` jia RONG .