loner's heaven
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
Seems like this person is siao on about KSJ. but is held back by the slacking fellow cadets.
Who the hell is he / she. Back after 1 year, with Passion? Or Vengeance?
Saturday, May 23, 2009
MQ and Me
Some guy, Simin, Yanying, some girl
This is what I mean, soaked to the balls, erm.. I mean, shoes.
That's my Tag No. haha.
The Medal.
The Medal's Backside. haha
Woohoo! Back from the 10.4km Passion Run this morning at East Coast. crazy. I reached there at 7 o'clock in the morning eh. haha.
So many people were running! I heard it's 11,000+ ppl running... but they're all seperated into different waves and flagged off at different times. So I dunno actually got how many people running.
But they flagged off my group late la, which was supposed to be start running at 7.10. We started about 7.20 like that.
So I ran from the start point to near the Mcdonald's there made a U-turn, then ran to the PA canoeing / kayaking site, I oso dunno where, made a U turn again and ran back to the start point. The run was not bad but was damn crowded. Haha.
I just realised that there are not many people who can run, cos those who ran in front in the start didn't last thru' all the way to the end and I just kept over taking everybody even though I was running at my own pace. haha.
None of the ladies I overtake caught up with me at all throughout the race, so... Phew! I managed to upkeep the reputation of us Men. haha. But those ladies who were running up in front and didn't fall back, they really can run. (Mostly aunties) haha.
I was soaked to the skin down to the balls in my own perspiration. Didn't perspire this much before so a bit uneasy during the race. Even the shoes and socks are wet.
I finished the race in exactly 1 hr. haha. Still can be improved, I suppose. Cos it's not my best timing. But nevertheless, I never walk and perservered all the way. So I'm proud of myself. haha. Ya. So everything's ok and I finished the race in one piece.
Then after that went to collect the bag and saw Yanying and Simin (Simin!) haha. So yeah. ask them to take a photo for me and my buddy then I take a photo for them as well. hehe.
I collected everything then proceeded onto Subway to have my "Brunch" then came home. haha.
Heard Kenneth's running 8 km today. Will check with him his timing. haha
Thursday, May 21, 2009
*Thud! Yet another one of my men landed in the mud due to the slippery ground conditions.
The troops have been for more than a 100km in the jungles for the past two rainy days. The uniform was wet and everyone was soaked to the bones; which no one knows whether it was caused by the rain or their perspiration.
Ration and water was running dangerously low and that if anymore of them were to collapse due to heat exhaustion, the person's going to die for sure.
At this junction, the commanders; even though tired still braced themselves to pushed the men on, giving them words of encouragement.
"Gentlemen, just up ahead is the enemy's base. We have to be extra careful and tactical enough not to be contacted before we reach the fence line."
As the chief called for a short briefing on the attack plan, the commanders reminded the men to keep a lookout for any irregularities in the surroundings and that should they be contacted, the 2nd-in-charge would take over the command.
"Just up ahead, gentlemen, is our objective. There is no way back now. The breaching teams would do multiple breachings on the fenceline, and once the hole is formed, we will charge in and kill the bastards, clear?"
All of a sudden, a gunshot was heard and Major Nielson's face was splattered with grey matter. All I saw was Captain Jackson falling down to the side and landed faced down into the mud.
"Contacted!" I shouted as I proned down to the ground, alongside all the other commanders.
Our cover's been blown and bullets rained on us. We have to get out of the area fast.
"Section 1....!!! Smoke out....!!!"
Soon as I shouted the command, 5 smoke grenades were thrown out from the vegetation and landed on the open patch between us and the enemy. I thanked god for the excellent training they had back in the camp for throwing grenades.
As the smoke screen is formed, I quickly shouted for all my men to do a left hook to attack from the enemy's right side.
As I got up, I saw that some of our guys were already shot and lying on the ground, shouting for help. But there was no time to waste. The medics will take care of them. Our objective now is to clear the enemy fast...
Something I got from Kanny Theng's blog...
Relationships are such a peculiar thing. Like my colleague once said, "You don't marry the one u can live with. But you marry the one you can't live without."
Friday, May 08, 2009
At a Glance
• Works hard, puts in long hours and keeps busy with work.
• Punctual, completes work on time.
• Detailed, meticulous and observant, quick to pick out abnormalities.
• Objective, but may appear detached.
• Does not get involve in other's personal problems.
• Not concerned with rank, title or position.
• Sees people as nice and friendly, not comfortable to wheel and deal.
• Practical, prefers to build on ideas rather than generate them.
• Orderly, methodical and systematic, takes care to plan in detail.
• Needs clear and thorough instructions, slow to act when uncertain.
While at Work
Diligence and discipline are characteristics of Mr Ong's work attitude. He is often pre-occupied with the tasks at hand. As he derives satisfaction from being immersed in work and thrives on being involved, expect Mr Ong to put in long and extended hours at work.
Time is a major concern for Mr Ong. He is frequently punctual and even early for appointments. When time is critical, he moves quickly and acts promptly. Having a sense of urgency means that Mr Ong pushes to get things done when there is a deadline and allocates time properly when planning or organising activities. He can be depended upon to get work done on schedule.
Mr Ong generally will persist with work until it is completed but may at times not complete his tasks.
Mr Ong is likely to be quality-conscious and achievement-oriented. He is motivated to produce work that is of a high standard. He is observant, quick to spot errors and critical where work is concerned. He is likely to be meticulous, careful and pre-occupied with detail.
Mr Ong is an objective person who is impartial and rational. He speaks factually and often does not involve his own feelings and emotions. He may sometimes be perceived as distant or detached.
Mr Ong is selective in lending support to others. He often remains detached and unsympathetic. Mr Ong may not regard the welfare of another person as the most important aspect of their relationship. He is not likely to want to be involved in the problems of others unless necessary.
Mr Ong is friendly and outgoing when he is with friends although he may at times prefer to be quiet.
Mr Ong selectively forms strong bonds with people although these bonds may not be very deep.
Mr Ong is moderately serious about his responsibilities and selectively takes ownership of his work.
Mr Ong does not care much about how people view him or whether they respect him or not. He focuses on what he wants to do for himself. He is unconcerned with issues of ranks, positions or titles. Status symbols are unimportant for him. He does not draw attention to himself and dresses moderately and simply.
Mr Ong sees people as friendly, reliable and honest. He is trusting and believes what people say. He tends to be unsuspecting of people.s behaviour and motives. He is uncomfortable when he has to wheel and deal.
Mr Ong's leadership qualities are moderate and he is sometimes able to get the support of people.
Intellectual matters do not interest Mr Ong. He is more concerned with practical issues than abstract theories. Mr Ong prefers to talk about useful and workable solutions than discuss hypotheses and concepts. He is more likely to build on ideas rather than generate them.
Being orderly, methodical and systematic, Mr Ong spends considerable time planning ahead and organizing activities. He ensures that programmes are scheduled properly and takes care to plan in detail. Formulating procedures and policies is his forte.
Mr Ong is generally able to express himself although not to a high degree of eloquence.