Finally, I can have a break from tonnes of work. Can't wait till this Friday where I'll be meeting my parents & Bernard (younger brother) in K.L. It has been a while ago since I last went home...
This Friday, the school will treat us lunch at Suntec City cause is Teachers' Day:) 4 more teaching days before a week term break, yahoo!! Although I'll be back for next term preparation, at least I have 3 days 3 nights in K.L. to meet my 'long lost' friends....
Monday, August 25, 2008
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
My Dearest Ex-Students
Where are all my ex-students?
Especially those from UTAR.
I miss you guys a lot...
Especially those from UTAR.
I miss you guys a lot...
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Library
While I'm writing, I have just completed marking one class of lab report in a community library near my 'house' (i can only afford to rent a room). I was here with hubby yesterday as well cause our 'house' has no proper working place. I busy with my marking while he need to prepare for his mba exam.
We were shocked that although the library open at 10am, there were a crowd since 9+am. Once the automatic door openned, people rushed in like mad just to get themselves a nice spot as there are limited seat (with table) in the library. Is it what we called kiasu? According to hubby, there are people who stay in the library whole day to do their work, how amazing!! Once, he saw a mum brought in food for her som who is doing revision. My question: Is library the only place to study? People has no where else to hang out?
This morning, I saw some 'naive' / 'innocent' public who brought in food & drinks (breakfast? lunch? dinner?) to the library. To my shock, they didn't do it secretly. One lady who sat at the next table was eating her breakfast (bread & soya bean), she is actually taking her lunch (more bread) now while I'm writing. I'm wondering whether she knows that library is a quiet place to read/work, not a food stall!! She also occupied 2 seats as she claimed that her friend is on the way (since 10am)...her friend must be invinsible as I see nobody.
They are also plenty of people who 'forgot' to silent their handphone... how annoying!! The most irritating one will be those who answer the phone call & continue their phone conversation!!
Oh my God!! Someone is watching a movie, with the volume damm high....
Sorry parents, library is not a place for your kids/baby to run around/learn their first few steps. I know, the air-cond is tempting & fully carpeted floor is very safe. Please be more considerate for others expecially the students who are working hard.
What can the librarian do?
Should the library employ full time staff to 'remind' this group of 'innocent' & 'forgetful' public?
Will it be better if the public be more responsible?
We were shocked that although the library open at 10am, there were a crowd since 9+am. Once the automatic door openned, people rushed in like mad just to get themselves a nice spot as there are limited seat (with table) in the library. Is it what we called kiasu? According to hubby, there are people who stay in the library whole day to do their work, how amazing!! Once, he saw a mum brought in food for her som who is doing revision. My question: Is library the only place to study? People has no where else to hang out?
This morning, I saw some 'naive' / 'innocent' public who brought in food & drinks (breakfast? lunch? dinner?) to the library. To my shock, they didn't do it secretly. One lady who sat at the next table was eating her breakfast (bread & soya bean), she is actually taking her lunch (more bread) now while I'm writing. I'm wondering whether she knows that library is a quiet place to read/work, not a food stall!! She also occupied 2 seats as she claimed that her friend is on the way (since 10am)...her friend must be invinsible as I see nobody.
They are also plenty of people who 'forgot' to silent their handphone... how annoying!! The most irritating one will be those who answer the phone call & continue their phone conversation!!
Oh my God!! Someone is watching a movie, with the volume damm high....
Sorry parents, library is not a place for your kids/baby to run around/learn their first few steps. I know, the air-cond is tempting & fully carpeted floor is very safe. Please be more considerate for others expecially the students who are working hard.
What can the librarian do?
Should the library employ full time staff to 'remind' this group of 'innocent' & 'forgetful' public?
Will it be better if the public be more responsible?
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
S$75.80 -- Worth?!
Hmm...as promised, I bought pizzas for my mentees :)
They were happy to see the Shawarma Pizza, Hawaiian Classic Pizza, Singapura Special Pizza and BBQ Chicken Bonanza Pizza.
Sorry... they ate too fast, no chance for me to take picture :(
They have been behaving quite well, better compare to the begining of the term. I really wish they will continue to exhibit such good and hopefully better attitude.
I have been quite upset with their performance, I blamed myself for not spending enough quality time with them & not giving them sufficeint help. On the other hand, I was annoyed with the students who didn't appreciate my hard work & time...
Honestly, I'm not angry... just disappointed.
No matter what happen, I will continue to shower them with love, lots of love.
I pray and wish upon the stars that all my students will have excellent attitude and academic result.
Of course, S$75.80 is worth spending!!
This is because all of us have fun...
They were happy to see the Shawarma Pizza, Hawaiian Classic Pizza, Singapura Special Pizza and BBQ Chicken Bonanza Pizza.
Sorry... they ate too fast, no chance for me to take picture :(
They have been behaving quite well, better compare to the begining of the term. I really wish they will continue to exhibit such good and hopefully better attitude.
I have been quite upset with their performance, I blamed myself for not spending enough quality time with them & not giving them sufficeint help. On the other hand, I was annoyed with the students who didn't appreciate my hard work & time...
Honestly, I'm not angry... just disappointed.
No matter what happen, I will continue to shower them with love, lots of love.
I pray and wish upon the stars that all my students will have excellent attitude and academic result.
Of course, S$75.80 is worth spending!!
This is because all of us have fun...
Monday, August 11, 2008
Jann & Tenn
Wish we could be here to make the day
merrier,
This is the day for all of us to
This is the day for all of us to
remember,
A moment for both of you to cherish
A moment for both of you to cherish
forever,
Wishing you always happy
together.
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