My First Experience

Ah... Today was the 1st time I ever donated blood in my entire life. I was persuaded by XuJen to donate since her friend is suffering from leukemia. Went to Gleneagles to donate.

Was suppose to go with ShinYe but she got some problems today, so she can't donate. I don't really know the receiver well so I asked XuJen to tag along. As we entered the laboratory only I was qualified to donate since XuJen is underweight...Filled a form asking TONS of questions, mostly on disease, and some are rather hilarious...

I didn't know that;

1) You have to sleep more than 6 hours the day before donating blood. (Luckily I did)

2) You have to be at least at an age of 18 before donating blood.

3) They could actually seperate blood cells and platelets from our donated blood.

4) You have to be at least 45kg to donate blood. (I'm WAY higher than that =.=)

5) You must not have vaccination 3 weeks before donation. (Longer if the vaccine is strong)

6) You are not allowed to take any other medication, be it Panadol, the day before.

7) You need to have a 3-month-loop or better, more, in your blood donation routine.

When they were about to take my blood for tests, I started to feel a little nervous, as this IS my 1st time donating blood. I got freaked out by our local nurses who game me a shot on Anti-measle in school, and it hurt so bad I could actually felt the needle touching my bone.

I got to know I am of the O+ blood group too.

On to donating blood. Went upstairs and met HuiYee, suprisingly... Then, I went into Room 28 for another suprise. The one assisting me in my blood donation is the mother of a friend of mine...

Since its my 1st time, she gave me a shot to numb my pain receptors. Then comes the real needle, connected to a 450ml blood packet... Good thing I didn't feel much of the needle. I was relieved, but at the same time, I felt like a sissy.

Now that its done, they covered the wound with a cotton.

I... sort of took it off to soon, and it created 3 mini volcanoes...

Though, I felt good about it, and might try to donate again 3 months later. I hope I'm mentally prepared that time...

Signed off,

Teng Aun.

Orientation Games

Finally something to remember in the month of May. A small ray of light in this big space of darkness. Today is the day we Upper 6 Forms got our revenge on our seniors for making us suffer so much, by bullying our juniors, which is the Lower 6 Forms. They painted my face with Buncho water colour, make up, pencil and more, that it prompted one of my family members to say "Eh, you volunteer to become a canvas ah?"

Of course, things don't start off well. We end our lesson at 2.40 p.m., and were suppose to meet at 3.00 p.m. for our station briefings. We needed lots of chairs, so we hurried up and moved about 15 chairs down to the basketball court, and bought McD right before the offer ends, phew...

Well something happened though, the basketball court was used by the Basketball Club, even when the committee canceled their training for this event to proceed. They asked for a letter or permission as if they own the place, and when we brought our authority there, they haggled into sharing the court... Would you guys die of not playing basketball, seriously? Thanks to you guys, we had to move to a smaller, tiled platform behind the senior toilet and had to cancel our 1st game planned due to lack of space...

Ahh, enough of that, things turned out better than I imagined. We DID use like, the edge of the basketball court to 'warm up' these peeps... haha...

Not to mention their faces were painted;

Mostly by this giant.
On to the games, the station I got in charge of planned the 90 Seconds Alphabet Game (I think thats what its called). The participants are given a situation, and were to speak up a sentence with a random, given alphabet as a starter. The next person has to continue another sentence with the next alphabet as a starter. Kinda confusing to people at 1st, but they got used to it. The losers get their face painted.

"Apelah, mua Engrish is better than yyoooorrrrzzzz la"

I wondered around but I had to be on my station most of the time, so I only could get pictures of the station about a stone throw away from mine. Their game is Copy The Leader. Its basically, well, copy the movements made by the leader, mirror imaged (their punishment is pole dancing...).

All in all, I say this event has made a mark in some of the Lower 6 and most to revenge their own juniors next year...
...some went a little.... balastic...
while some got themselves ready for some cosplay.

That ends the day. Now Sixth Form society is focused on the Orientation Ball, more known as prom. The theme is Masquerade, so anyone has an extra mask I could borrow for the day?

Signed off,

Teng Aun.

The Ugly Flowers Of May

Quite a number of things has happened in May, and it ain't pretty. May seems to be an unlucky month for me...

1st of all;

The retirement of our Senior Asst. of Co-curricular Activities, Ms. Lee Ewe Im. I call her the PA system, as she frequently uses it, and her piercing voice seriously pierce through my ears... Her retirement... might be good to most considering her tight system on handling secretarial work and on co-curricular activities. I myself felt that. However, I shall not forget it was you who helped me with my testimonial. You stood up for my Pinhorn marks. Thanks to that, my mark went from 1 to 72, qualifying me to get a testimonial after SPM.

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2nd;

The Mid Term Exam. It has ended now, but it was a nightmare. My teachers went from normal tutors to mafias when it comes to setting these papers for us. They KO-ed us in every subject. Only a SMAAAAAAALLLLL minority has overcomed it with confidence. Not to mention, I'm seriously in trouble. I don't have enough time for some of my subjects. Some was just pure luck that I could finish it, but some was pure horrible. Seriously... Sigh....

3rd;

Well, I lost a friend (no, nothing happened to him, but I wish there was). Learning your friend's true face by using one of the most powerful item in this world, money, is not something to feel good about. Trust me. Never knew someone could be so selfish and get all benefits from friends, and abandon them when they are in need. Worse, I've heard from others that he is spreading false rumors about me. If this is true, I hope you get your bloody head chopped and rot in hell. Bastard.

4th;

My class seems to be tearing apart into 2 big groups now. Last year, we were a big family. We would mingle happily when the teacher has not entered class, we would help each other if there is trouble, everything was positive. This year, there seem to be a lot of fights and grunge against other people.Take me for example, and look at the statement above. It may seem as a nice class outside, which even I believed it to be, but in the inside, it ain't pretty. I've collected sources from friends, and if it weren't because of them, I wouldn't even know much.

5th;

Something must have triggered it, but I sort of regret choosing Physics now. Not that I hate the subject, I still enjoyed it at times but Physics ain't easy to score. I chose Physics over Biology is because my results in SPM for Physics is better. I also chose Physics because I am bad at memorizing, which is what Biology needs. My interest was more into Biology, but I chose Physics over it due to the ability needed to score for the exams. I overlooked too many stuffs (well I haven't experience their syllabus yet, how could I not?).

Not to mention, I felt more connected to people in Biology class. Almost all of them care for me more than the minorities in the class. SauFei, Arvind, a few more guys and the 5 girls, I DO appreciate your friendship, without you guys I won't survive a day in our class, but the minority has led me to this point. Anyways I would just like to thank your willingness to accept me as a friend.

I wonder whats wrong with me recently. My mind is all clustered and messed up. Decisions, sacrifices, amendments, all came at once, not a very good combination. I've never felt like this before until mid May. Two days later is Wesak Day, where I have to be on duty in Mahindarama in the morning. I hope I could clear up my mind after that.

May is not a good month for me.

Signed off,

Teng Aun.

My Enemy

Sigh, you are my enemy. You are the cause of all my misery. No matter how I despite you, how I loathe you, you still came and hurt hundreds of students...

You have defeated me completely, but I'm not giving up.

Though... I wonder how I will face your boss this November.

Signed Off,

Teng Aun.

'Want' or 'Need'?

There are times where other people tell me, "you're still young for that". And I always wondered by myself, am I really too young for it? Could I accept what would come to or against me if I walked that path?

I've always said to myself, I don't want it. I don't need it. I don't benefit from it. I have no use of it.

I've practically psyched myself that I could do without it. When I was in primary we would gross out to the thought of it. So I was fine without it.

Things changed, however. As years passed, my perspective towards it has changed gradually. It became something I thought I must go through when I got older. It became something that I eventually might want. It's as if I have forgotten what I thought in the pass. It may still be in my subconscious, but it seems that I have completely ignored it because I focused too much on the other half.

Though, its not something that I could have if I want to. Its not something we could get in just one or two days. If its not perfect, there is absolute no good in having one. Even though I want it badly, I do not want it the second time if the first one turned out to be a failure. I want it, but I want it long. Its meaningless to have it if it lasts for less than a month, or worse, a week.

These factors once again, psyched me up. When I want one, I always think far, far to the future. Sometimes zoning out, thinking about it makes me smile, and made everyone think I was a weirdo. I don't mind, as long as I know I am not one.

Things changed once again, reaching 18, I realised most of my friends have it already. It has changed their lives completely. Some was happy with it, while some had their sufferings, but they say its still worth it and they were able to work things out. They cherished every moment they had with it.

I used to think that when I reach 18, I will try to get one. I'm willing to change myself in order to get one. I always thought turning over a new leaf was just a piece of cake. So as I entered Form 6, I do things that I never thought I would do, I expose myself to things I thought gross or ridiculous, I tried different ways of presenting myself just to ensure I am worth it to gain one. I've changed.

There is another reason though, I've met an opportunity to get one. Though I may predict some obstacles, I have reasoned it out and in my mind, its the perfect one. I thought to myself, I should not let this opportunity just walk through me. So I got myself involved in it.

However, as I get closed to it, my uncertainties pulled me back 5 steps backward. I was not sure if this is really the right thing to do. Many questions arise;

What would others think of me if I try?

What would happen if I tried, and fail?

What would happen if things don't go well, even if I got it?

These were just the few wondering in my mind. I've discussed with some, I've sat long, long and long, thinking about this matter. Everybody has different opinions for it. Not a thing has helped me in this matter. This made me depress for several days.

I realised though, one day. It suddenly occured to me. Something must have triggered it but I'm not sure. It was then I realised how stupid I was. Its nothing but a mere jealousy towards those who have it. I have other things to worry about then involving myself in this. It can wait. It can...

So,

Being 18 doesn't mean I need a relationship.

Being 18 doesn't mean being single is lame anymore.

Being 18 doesn't mean its time to hook up.

I have to tell this to myself everyday. There is a difference between 'want', and 'need'. It may hurt sometimes seeing the perfect one not being with me, or when other people took the opportunity, especially when I do see her almost every day of the week. But there are a lot more fishes in the sea, and its not necessary to have one now. I have a lot more things to be responsible of at this time of the year. I'm gonna live it to the fullest before I involve myself in a relationship. Wish me luck!

Signed off,

Teng Aun.

A Day Of Knowledge And Culture

Looking at the picture above, I guess its pretty much known our BOSLIB Trip is to Penang Chinese Girls High School. Though, their architectural trademark is quite similar to Chung Ling High School.

I've finally found time to blog about this trip. It IS one of the fun trips I rarely join in my life. There were ups and downs including misunderstanding between our board members, but all in all, everything turned out well. Lets not get too emo shall we?

Several weeks ago (YES, I know, I'm terribly late...), the Board of Student Librarians organised a trip to Penang Chinese Girls High School to visit their library as it is deemed one of the best and most organised library in Penang, among schools of course. One of the reasons most of us signed up for this trip (maybe me too) is to 'glance' at *ahems* (you guys know what I mean).

As we walking in to their porch, we were greeted by their students in charge, and later, the authorities. Don't play play, their English standard is not bad...
We were directed to a few other places before we proceed to the library. 1st is their Resource Room. Its sort of a centralised room where every documents will be compiled there and then assorted to the respective boards and clubs. There will be students in charge for about 2 to 3 hours before or after their schooling session. Such hardworkers...

Then, its off to another place. Its a room full of computers for the use of students and teachers.
Just look at the computer. Its WAY more advanced than the ancient computer in PFS. One thing I admire is their concern for students. These computers were bought SOLELY by using the funds of the school. NO help from the government in any way, and they are able to afford about more than 10 computers, while PFS authorities rejected our proposal for buying one computer, even if it is paid by our own board...

No pendrives allowed by the way, all they do for storing files is through 4shared. Genius.

There are a few more stops in between, the canteen, the stadium, and henceforth. Lets move forward to the library.

Though small, the PCGHS library probably stored more books than PFS do. Not to mention its so technologised it made PFS library looked as if it belonged to the 19th century (seriously, not joking here).
I'll give an example for my statement above. Look at the picture below.
Behold, Drill-A-Bind. Its a binding machine of course, that could bind through thick books such as novels in a flash. All you have to do is punch a hole using the right compartment, and switch to the left to melt a plastic cut automatically beforehand and stuck the pages together. Genius invention eh? Cost them about RM1k+...

Not only that, they have a fully functional TV and a computer for students usage. I even saw an electronic mini dictionary display near the entrance. Their system is very strict though.

Not to forget they actually compiled test papers and displayed them in the library.
Before he depart to another destination, we wondered around and 2 vains asked me to take a photo of them everywhere they find an interesting article or object.

One thing attracted my attention is the Blacklist Board. If one were to be implied in PFS, it'll be full in 1 week. Its mostly empty, with just 2 students in display. One is a boy for trespassing PCGHS boundary during school hours, one is for betraying PCGHS and ran to PFS for Form 6...
The girl was very sad ya' know? Look what title she was crowned before this tragic thing happened.
Haha, just joking okay?

Wondered around longer and stumbled upon their trophy collection.
This is just about one quarter of the total.

As we leave, stomachs were growling, and we had to find a place to dig in. One person ticked me though.
Aiyo, let loose la. We are here to enjoy and you have 6 other days of the week to pia.

Went to eat in a mamak store. They are famous for their mutton soup (more widely known as sup kambing) but all we could eat is nasi kandar as we only paid 3 bucks. A plate of nasi kandar with chicken, egg, and vege with a cup of syrup, all for RM3 is quite worth it though.
Our final stop, Sri Pinang Peranakan in Church Street. Its a cultural display on the traditions of Baba Nyonya, including their furnitures, clothing, and other items in their house. Even the structure of the building is made to fit the Baba Nyonya culture.
Basically we roamed around freely for about an hour to check on the display. One of the weirdest stuff over there is their couple seat.
Its as if it was invented by a mother-in-law who hates her son's wife. Some of us went overboard with the stuff displayed though...

The girls tried the make-ups...
... and even their potty bowls... After everyone was satisfied, we proceed back to school. As we were leaving, a just-proposed couple came for their wedding photo shoot. I could see they were unhappy 'cause we made a hell of a noise during the photo shoot. Not to mention they had about 40 pair of eyes looking at them when the photo shoot was conducted, even though it was only for a few minutes.

As we were leaving, HuiYee spotted her soul mate, and decided to depart with him...

Would you marry me?

As you can see, she was horribly rejected... She left the place with a broken heart... Off to PFS to continue with our normal routine! ....... *sigh*

Signed off,

Teng Aun

P.S. HuiYee, don't kill me ya? *begs*

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