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On Sunday, 18th Oct 2015, a day I would probably remember for the rest of my life. Mum has probably shed tears for me more than once. Most of the times, in the past, they were probably tears of sadness and disappointment. As I shared my dream board with my business partners and my family was invited as VIP, my mum's eyes were watery. I believe, she was touched to tears by what I've presented on that day. I do not wished to be saying them for fun only. Those are my dreams and goals I've set my mind on! They are tagged to a deadline and I want to achieve them by the targeted date. Allow me to summarize my dream board. In 3 years time, I want to retire my Mum by being able to provide her with $5,000 monthly allowance. In 2019, I would be the proud owner of a 5-room flat in Woodlands. By that time, I would be getting my Mum to stay with me and she can rent her current flat for more spare cash! When I turn 37, I'll be buying Mum her dream car...

Mr Lee Kuan Yew - “Follow the rainbow and ride on it!" Nearly 2 years back, I've a dream. I want to achieve my 6 packs and be my own boss. However, the downside is I have no idea how and perhaps not very determined and discipline in doing so. Finally, a GREAT chance finally arrived this year! An opportunity came knocking on the door and I opened the door to a wonderful world of people who are willing to help me succeed as long as I'm willing to put in efforts. Almost everyone has a dream, the sad thing is they give up easily by a little setback. It has happened to me as well. I've been there and done that. I'm glad I've finally see the light and know the way to keeping fit and at the same time work towards my goal of letting my Mum retire in comfort. It may sounds crazy to some, but in time to come, it will make total sense. The results would be solid proof to people who have failed to see the possibility. 李光耀 - 跟着彩虹，骑着它奔！ 将近两年前，我有...

10/09/15 :- Do our little part, it means a lot to them. 尽我们的一点本分，这对它们意义深重。 I am not a saint and I am yet to be called a GREEN Ambassador as much as I would want to. However, I try my best in ways that I can to educate and lead by example for people around me. Especially my love and close ones. It always pain my heart to see photos or hear news about the harm humans are doing to Mother Earth. I often see people wasting food during their everyday meals and at buffet. Over ordering of food at group gatherings, home parties, etc. Though I believe that anything that can be resolved by money is not an issue or a problem. There's a clause to this belief of mine. If you spend money to resolve something yet at the same time cause harm to someone or something else, that is a HUGE problem! A good example, the weather is hot, you spend money installing air-con at home. You are rich and you definitely can afford the increase in electricity bills. So, that ...

My current fave character - Hu Ba (胡巴)! It'd been a long time since I last watched a movie and even longer since Ohana (just the 4 of us) went to the movies together. I picked Monster Hunt 《抓妖记》 as there were great reviews about it and I've been listening to the trailer on FM 93.3 before the show was released. No regrets in picking the movie. With eye pleasing human actors and actresses, the show deserves a pass already. Then you have the unbelievable cutie main character, Hu Ba who simply melt your heart with his eyes more than Shrek's Puss in Boots! It is definitely a show worth catching! Laughter and tears filled the theater. Not much cartoon / CG movies have touched my heart. This one does. The take away from this movie; with LOVE, nothing is impossible. The one after you may be the one whom you can trust in the end. Not much cinema are showing this movie already, so better catch it before it's over! I bet you would love the st...

30/06/15 :- Never underestimate the power of 1 minute! 别忽视一分钟的力量！ 1 minute is equivalent to 60 seconds. Yes, we all know that. Is it long or short? In the past, I would have replied with short as my answer. However, ever since I took up my current favorite sport, Dragonboat, I have a different understanding and meaning of 1 minute. Coach Kim has given us a circuit exercise which I've diligently been doing for the past 2 weeks. Front Planks - 1 minute Rest - 1 minute Left Planks - 1 minute Rest - 1 minute Right Planks  - 1 minute Rest - 1 minute Squats - 1 minute Rest - 1 minute Pushups x 40 Rest - 1 minute 45degree / 15degree leg lifts (hold) - 1 minute Rest - 1 minute Mountain Climbers x 20 Burpees x 20 Rest - 1 minute Repeat above 2 more times, meaning total of 3 sets. If you aren't the very fit type, that 1 minute could leave you out of breathe. And that 1 minute of rest would be so precious to you! We are currently training for our...

With my Super Mum! Most parents are the first superheros in their children's lives. My Mum is no exception. When I was very young, the most superhero stuff she does was to catch cockroaches for us. Especially those flying ones! To battle a cockroach, it takes a hero/heroine to do it. What's more, she does it with no weapon but bare hands. Not even tissue paper! Of cos, I admire her for more than just a cockroach eliminator. My Dad works as an aluminium foreman, earning a $1,600 per month salary. He is the sole breadwinner. However, Mum being the finance controller actually can do so many things with that $1,400 (after giving Dad a $200 pocket money each month)! We even get to eat Mac every Friday night! To most kids nowadays, Mac is like an everyday meal. Back then, many years ago, to us, it was a luxury! Only when you have been there and done that would you understand how it feels. Mum has her own set of upbringing and guidance for her k...

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As age catches up and with the increase in commitments, I've not been watching as many TV shows as I used to. However, I'll still stay glued to the TV every year for this award ceremony. To me, recognition is important, we need to recognize people's efforts in way that we can. It doesn't necessary mean we should give rewards, presents and such. Just like in normal daily lives, we can be generous in giving compliments to people around us. Tell them they have done well when you feel they did. Sometimes, as humans and especially so, as Asians, we are not used to giving our compliments. It just have to start someday, somehow by some means, right? This year, I'm especially touched when I saw Pornsak receiving his first host award after being nominated for 5 years. He has always been a humble and hardworking chap. Finally, his hard work is being recognized and great efforts paid off. Seeing Rebecca Lim winning her Best Leading Actress aw...

Haven't catch a movie in the movie theater for some time.  Usually, I would buy a DVD home and watch with family as the cost of a movie ticket is really quite high. Because I am a BIG fan of fast cars and action movies, I've been chasing after Fast & Furious series. So, when this was released and most of those I've known around me have watched this and I'm just nice to be in the I need to be alone state of mood, I went ahead to watch this movie on my own. Well, it didn't disappoint me a single bit. Kept me on the edge of my chair and make my heart pump as fast as the speeding car. The only thing I can advise the rest who have not watched, "Stay till the end of the credits." I'm not sure what there is, cos I didn't stay. But my friends mentioned there's something special. Some take away lessons from the movies :- 1) Treasure those around you, they are what truly matter in life. 2) Big in size doesn't guaran...

总算把心里的一个结打开，把心情抒发出来，也是对自己的释放。。。 把心情小故事寄到了 Y.E.S 93.3 FM 的心情小抽屉。 有谁也想分享自己的故事，可以电邮至 myletter@yes933.sg. 如果你错过了今晚的播出，以下是我的故事。 嗨陈宁,      一直都想把自己的故事写到心情小抽屉与听众分享，但却因为各种原因与藉口，迟迟没有这么做。那天，在其中一位我喜欢的作者，橘子的书，《你想要的，只是我的后悔吗？》里读到这么一段话，“我本来以为她哪天生病了，我根本会连理也不理她，就随便她去死好了，可是现在她真的生病了，我才。。。亲眼看着她那么病痛，原来心里还是会舍不得，毕竟再怎么样，她还是妈妈。”      阅读到这一段时，我眼睛湿湿的，我把小说关上，深呼吸着。我无法继续阅读下去，因为此时往事已涌现脑海。我想起离开人世已有10年的父亲。当年，我刚过21岁不久，也已经4年没有与父亲说话。至于，为什么，那是另一段很长的故事，或许需要下一封信才能把故事说完。      2004年，父亲被诊断出有鼻癌，是第二期。其实，只要定时化疗与服药，康复的机会还算蛮高的。可是，父亲的本性就比较悲观，加上得不到家人的扶持，他最后选择结束了自己的生命。          其实，年幼时，我和两个妹妹与父亲的感情还不是那么糟的。以前，我们还会替他庆生买生日礼物给他。但是，在成长过程中，我们的关系渐渐走下坡。父亲的学历不高，所以也一直很自卑。或许，也是因为如此，他并不了解如何与我们沟通。      而父亲的童年说起来也是挺可怜的；在自己只有几天大的时候，亲生母亲就过世了。在50年代的当时，无知的人们都说是父亲克死自己的母亲。可是，当我懂事时，听家里的长辈说，奶奶是因某些原因被爷爷间接逼死的。而爷爷在不久后也娶了我们的第二个奶奶，这是必要的，不然他一个人怎么抚养我父亲？      爷爷是个烂赌徒，经常流连地下赌场。输了钱，醉醺醺回到家后，就是向奶奶拿钱。奶奶为了留着钱给孩子买饭菜，经常备受爷爷的拳打脚踢。偶尔，父亲为了保护奶奶，也逃不过爷爷的拳头。 ...

23/03/15 :- In the morning, I switched on my radio as usual and heard the news that our founder, Mr Lee Kuan Yew has passed away at 3.18am. I could still hear my heart breaks. On the day I heard the saddening news, I've wanted to blog this entry. It took me almost a week to finally sit down to let the thoughts settle and allow my emotions to flow. 29/03/15 :- During these 7 days of nation mourning, there were countless articles and tributes written about and for Mr Lee. I nearly have the thought of giving up typing this blog entry as I felt that my words are not as well written as those professional writers. However, I've decided not to give myself an excuse not to express my gratitude towards the man who brought us to where we are today. I was never interested in nation news. I can't even name more than 10 of our ministers and their positions. But I know Lee Kuan Yew. Which Singaporean wouldn't? We have learnt a lot about our fo...

It is just a vicious cycle. Each time it happened, I told myself, "Ivan, forget it. Just keep your mouth shut and IGNORE!" I do see slight improvement from the past but there is surely more room for improvement. I guess, the next time I visit my tattooist, I really should get him/her to tattoo this for me. "Silence is gold. 沉默是金。" However, I can foresee another set of problems. There bound to be another group of people who think they know it all blaming me for not speaking my mind. What's the point of speaking up and getting misunderstood? Not only do you not solve an existing problem, you create many other problems from even talking about the initial problem. Friend C said, "That is an age to be mature already. No excuse not to grow up." Yes, I know. But it's not a matter of me knowing it. The subject matter do not know it. Friend T said, "Yes, I can totally understand and feel you. That's how X behaves as well. They are th...

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