Facebook have all these quizzes that claims to be able to analyse characters and which person are you and all that... I took part in many quizzes and my outcome was as such:
- My Japanese name is Toshiro - which means talented and smart in Japanese - I am supposedly to be Cao Cao in the Dynasty Warriors character - I am supposedly to be damn good at bed - I am supposedly to be the best lover - I am supposed to die on 29 Feb 2016
Well, call me Toshiro-san from now on then...
Had great moments with Melody this whole week.
And ya.. I am hooked on PES 2009 on my PSP console. Do not ask me why... Just that 'Badboyz FC' is doing so damn well....
As you know, the realities of the downturn have hit home and I am forced to introduce the following cost-cutting measures to help shore up our beloved company. I know you will understand that the pain is temporary and the gains will be there for all of us to reap when the company comes through these difficult times stronger... and ready to ride the next big wave.
So with immediate effect, all staff will be required to adhere to the following: a. The cups on the two vending machines are to be recycled. Annabelle has already sterilised them. b. Sabbatical leave: Executives booked for New York will now go to Kukup in Johor Bahru instead. Senior executives can go further - up to Yong Peng. c. Our chalet lease in Pulau Ubin has ended. However, as the management takes a keen interest in staff welfare, we have arranged with Francis (from Admin Dept) to rent out one of his rooms at Blk 923, Pasir Ris Drive. His flat was chosen for its proximity to the sea and you can still see Ubin from the window. d. Entertainment claims: Staff will be required to go for a 30-min demonstration by Raj from Finance Dept, who will show you how to withdraw your credit card slowly from your wallet (58 secs), so that others at a business lunch will inadvertently beat you to it when the bill comes. e. The Valentine's Day white chocolates (Deluxeur) which I gave out in January : Those of you who have yet to open the box, please return them expiry date: Dec 2009). f. Monthly Best Employee Award : The $1000 cash award will now be replaced by a box of Deluxeur white chocolates. g. Annual Best Employee Award : The 14-day Disneyland/Hawaii tour and solid gold Rolex Oyster watch will be replaced by TWO boxes of Deluxeur white chocolates. h. Medical: The Oxfordshire-Hopkins Medical Group will no more be on our panel. Annabelle will give you the address of Hong Tong Hong Medical Hall in Sungei Road . Bring your company pass for a 10% discount. i. Country Club Memberships : Senior executives must return their membership cards to Annabelle, who will then register your name with Bishan Community Centre. j. Transport Allowance : No reduction of rate! However, it will be paid on alternate months. k. Gifts for clients : New choices. The Bohemian Crystal list will be replaced by the one from 7-eleven. l. Annual Dinner & Dance : No change (March 20, yay!), but the venue is switched from The Ritz-Carlton to the void deck of Annabelle's flat in Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10. m. Bonus : This time, staff welfare comes first! Instead of the usual amount, we raised it up to $2 million. Each employee will be given a Singapore Sweep ticket. The draw is on March 5.
Friday the 13 came and went away. Nothing amazing happened.
Some Happenings of us over the 14 - 15 March 2009 Weekend 1) Joel & Melody went to the 'Living Courtroom'. Pictures to be out on her blog (mine not that pictureful la!!)
2) Joel & Melody waited Express 502 for 45 minutes!
3) Joel & Melody talked on the phone - Joel slept again, and shit... Melody was damn angry!
4) Joel is going to marry Melody in 7 years time!!! (Yeah!!!)
Nothing amazing as you can see. But, we had a happy time.
Liverpool won 4-1 against Man U - the latter's heaviest defeat since 1937 when they fall by the same scoreline at home to QPR (hohoho...)
In the light of funny endings, let me try this: "What you cook, I also eat. As long as it is cooked by my darling..." This should be accompanied by a picture of something gross... haha
Joel have nothing to blog on the 12th March 2009. He is utterly disappointed with things that are unfolding in front of his eyes, words that are spoken out and also actions that are being done.
He is also very sad that he still have to examplify things in order to get things done his ways. He feels that there are many people getting away with horrible, disgusting behaviors that could eventually consign them to HELL. However, the only reason why people are getting away for their misdoings is because they are: 1) fiercer than others; 2) louder than others; 3) demanding than others.
This people usually say something but then their actions differ from what was spoken. However, the amazing thing is that eventually, they would push the blame on others as a result of what they are doing.
The world does not owe anybody a living and neither do they owe anyone a living. It does not mean that just because they thought that they have the divine right to accuse people of things that they feel they are wrong means that they can do whatever they want.
He is also particularly amazed with people who are not born with a silver spoon in their mouth but act like they come from a wealthy family. They always think that they possess the best character that can be found in any living organism, thing in this world. They would also boast about their behavior and then tell people that they are not proud at all. Of course, boastful and proud are 2 seperate things they would tell him.
Pampered people - or rather lazy people - as he would like to term them, irks the freaking shit out of him. Imagine not wanting to lift a finger to do work, doing things that are of interest to them and then complaining. He read a lot of blogpost from a lot of bloggers - some are good and some are downright shittish - written by people who keep asking questions like "What is your problem?" when in actual fact they are the one with problems. So much about saying that they are nice people and good people. Too many of them. So fake!
Now, he do not want to sound like a particular blogger named X*****, but he could understand the way that she blog sometimes.
There are just too many idiots in the world for his own good.
Went to Facebook and this was supposedly my character analysis:
Joel Kong (28 Feb 1985) THE WOOD OX
Horoscopes provided courtesy of Suzanne White and Master Rao.
Brief Description The Ox is full of strength and a born leader, they are methodical and good with their hands. They can also be introverted and often feel misunderstood.
Positive Traits patient, contemplative, skillful, dexterous, eloquent, confident, familiar, authoritative, industrious and sure of foot
Negative Traits prejudice, chauvinistic, proud, tyrannical, petty, critical, eccentric, bigoted, conservative, grumpy and on occasion violent
General Description of All Oxen Pragmatic and down-to-earth, Ox people are motivated to work hard and have no respect for lazy or careless people. Although they can be easily trusted and find it easy to put trust in others, they are not dependent on friends and family and would rather find an answer or a solution themselves than to ask these people for help or guidance. However, others can, without a doubt rely on Oxen, who are always honest and meticulous about their responsibilities. While they do not feel the need for many distant or acquaintance-oriented friendships, they value the strong bonds they share with their partners and families, and make close friends that last a lifetime.Though they are quite open-minded, once Ox people have made a decision about something, they rarely change it. This is a defining characteristic that can be seen as obstinacy, but it is actually the way an Ox learns to be strong, brave and straightforward. It is the way the Ox learned to take on tasks and responsibilities and how he learns to be reliable for others. Oxen are more comfortable with the well-known as opposed to the unfamiliar. Yet, beneath their unpretentious, tranquil exterior lies a heart of gold and a motivation to prosper.
Detailed Description of The Wood Ox Understanding and fair, these are the least unyielding of the Oxen and the most apt to change and accept new ideas. A more liberal attitude gives them the ability to appreciate the value of being a part of a team, and other members of the team respect the high principles of the Wood Ox. They are particularly self-confident giving them an air of unspoken authority. This characteristic means that Wood Oxen are often chosen as leaders or spokespeople. They also have a shorter fuse than other Ox people, and are more likely to be outspoken or to stand up in a crowd to be heard. These Oxen are quite devoted to those they love and make strong and affectionate friends and relations.
Felt an insupressable urge to blog today after so many things happened in the last 24 hours since I posted my last entry and here goes:
Liverpool won - and they won BIG! Liverpool - if you still do not know, the team that I support - had just beaten Real Madrid 4-0 (Agg 5-0). This is considered to be something unthinkable before the game kick-off.
Podcast Recently, I started to download podcasts on my mobile phone to listen on the way home from work. I know that such things exisited since the days I was in Army, but the thing is that I am not someone who loves to listen to clips that are less than 5 minutes. This was until Joe Augustin - yes, the guy who was fired from 91.3 and then Power 98 - started his own podcast on a daily basis, available on the web for download at no charges. For those who are interested, the address to download is http://morningjam.com/
Now, I have to make it clear that I am no fan of Joe Augustin, and thinks that sometimes, he says things that really makes him belong to the 'Fools' section. However, you have to give credit to this guy's never-say-die spirit. His podcast are actually very good, very entertaining - given the fact that that is his FIRST, and also him being a greenhorn in this area - though he is a self-confessed techie geek.
Joel's Thoughts Now, going into the main point of this post... The question of the day: Would you allow your spouse to share the same room with your opposite sex partner (e.g. allow your wife to sleep in the same room as your brother)?
Have this picture ever crossed your mind? You and your wife sleeping in the same room with your brother? I mean yes, no doubt that you trust your siblings, but we cannot also discount the fact that every single individuals have needs of their own. What happens if - for example - you are bathing and your brother is playing away with your girlfriend? Or if at night your sibling decides to have 'some fun' with your partner and you are unaware about it? Or worst, your partner decides to be funny and sexually harrass your siblings?
I wish to clarify that this thought does not mean that I do not trust my brothers and/or my girlfriend. They are the most fantastic people in the world whom I believe have the highest degree of integrity. Just relating to what I heard from my friend and decided to make it as a post.
Words of Wisdom Never say someone have a bad character - when your character is nowhere near good in the first place. --> Many a times, people complain about this and complain about that. Many people loves to compliment themselves, even going to the extent to clarify like ".... for those who know me long enough, you will know that I am not usually like that".
I say, these are all excuses. With all due respect, I respect (no puns intended) people who are willing to acknowledge that they have fault and that they are willing to change. I know of many who keep saying that they want to change - but at the end of 128753257027 hours, they still manage to remain status quo.
In Joel's terminology, this is call "self delusion". These are people who lives in their own utopic world, not seen the harsh reality of life - but thought that they went through every single darn aspect of life. When probed further, this bunch of people would say, what I opined as childish arguement, that I did not mention your name.
An example: A: I think that you are someone with bad character! B: But I do not think so and I am still changing for the better. A: I hate people who not 100% confirm then say things like it is confirm! B: But it was confirm til situation and circumstances changes everything what. A: I did not say it was YOU in the first place.
Look at this conversation and it is self-explanatory. Moreover, from this conversation, you could tell how self-centred A is. This is the kind of people who I despised and thinks that they are of the lowest status in the society today.
My parting sentence? Words spoken by people with status, qualifications and work experience usually carries more weight than those spoken by people who thinks they have status, not very high qualifications and zero work experience (I only consider people who stays in a job for more than 12 months or in the workforce continously for 12 months to have work experience).
P.S. No special inference to anybody or anyone. This post is written in the spirit of 'Say what you want to say, blog what you want to blog'. If you feel offended by this post, probably you fit the criteria which is why you are fuming mad now and cursing and swearing at me. Go ahead! At least I am your channel to vent your fraustration - which gives me another reason to believe that I have more uses as a human being. I will not feel offended - I have no time for children!
Writing this post with absolutely no reference or inference to anybody. Just giving my 2 cents worth of what I think:
Character Many a times, individuals would argue that they have the best characters and that the misunderstanding of them is due to people not knowing them well (a very common excuse). According to 'Pyschatrist Weekly', this phenomenam (or illness rather) is termed as a self-consoling act by individuals who want to re-assure themselves.
Reading this report, I cannot help but draw parallels with many individuals that I know who are suffering from this illness. Their symptoms include self-pitiness, blaming everyone except for themselves and demonstrating behaviour that cleary exhibits the exact opposites of what they say.
I dare not say that I have the best character in the world - but at least I know that I have a forgiving heart - which many could attest to (and I have shown it many times). Many individuals would claim that they are forgiving, but it is all tagged in mouth, with no realistic actions shown. Due to sensitivity issues, I would not wish to explain nor expand more on this point.
Character building is not something that is done within 3 days. However, character is something that would never change even after a while as it is an innate thing. Someone who is lazy would remain lazy irregardless of what they try to convince themselves to do. This is similar to someone who is hardworking.
Case in point: Why would an auntie continue working even though she is able to retire and let her children support her?
Reason 1: She is hardworking and therefore, she cannot stand staying at home doing nothing. Reason 2: Her children never support her and instead rely on her to support them. Worst still if her children bring in even more 'family members' for the parents to support.
With regards to reason 2, I personally saw so many examples that I promise myself: I will support my parents when I am out working - which I did. I will also support my parents-in-law if I have the ability to and the reason is simple: They spend a good part of their youth supporting their children, shouldn't we repay them back when we are able to?
Many people always know how to potray what good character is, but do they really show it with their actions? Having a good character, in my most humble opinion and base on 'Building Your Character' by Max Hedwell is actually not commenting on others but correcting on oneself first. I particularly love the example that he gave in the book in which a woman always grumble about the bad habits of her spouse but in the end, she - too - possess the same bad habits.
In conclusion, I finally am convinced with this phrase "The Jiang Mountain can be moved, but the character is hard to change".
Job I can still vividly recall the tension that I suffer when I am left with no job - no thanks to the 3 months notice that I have to serve in my previous company. The joy that I get from getting my current job is inexclipable.
During the time that I was free, I split people into 4 different categories:
Cat 1: People who cannot stop working This category of people would do anything to stay employable. They do not mind pay cuts, extra jobload - as long as they can work.
Cat 2: People who want to work This category of people wants to work. But the conditions of work must be conducive for them to start working. Work is not so much as a must - the most important thing is the renumeration that comes along with it. --> I belong to this category.
Cat 3: People who do not want to work This category of people plainly do not want to work for any and every reason that they can find. However, they are not the worst...
Cat 4: People who thinks that they want to work, but are not working This is the worst. They will keep saying that they want to work. There are opportunities for them to talk the talk and walk the walk but in the end, they will reject the chance with some reasons.
I have a friend who belongs in category 4. He was lucky that he have a very good wife who works to support him - and his gambling habits. One day, his wife found him a job - 3 days work week, 9am - 3pm and in an office environment. He simply thanked his wife by saying that the job did not meet his requirement.
Talk is cheap, actions speak louder than words. Prove it with your action. Saying wanting to do something and actually doing it is 2 different matters!
P.S. This post is based on a course that I had conducted on 27 March 2008 titled "Jobs and Character - Mould them right!"
A saw B, A fell in love with B, A marry B... But can they still remember the process of what happen during their relationship?
How many people out there can still remember when was their first kiss with their loved ones? How many people out there can still remember where was their first hold-hand venue was?
Lying on my bed, I cannot help but keep thinking - would I ever forget the venue and circumstances that I held my darling's hands; kiss her......
