Pretty Little Liars.

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A Tv series that is filled with high school dramas, latest trend fashion statement, strong friendship and cute cute guy actors like Drew Van Acker! This is certainly a TV series not to be missed. I started watching it this year and got immediately hooked by it. All the plots, how the story flow, how evil reality is and how retribution always comes back to one... it is really super amazing. However, having said that all, I personally feel that this show really portray a very important and significant part of human life, it is to not lie too much, for one lie leads to another and it will be a never ending spiral to doom. From season 1 all the way to Season 5, you will see the progressive build up and how the major story of A comes about. It was all because of misunderstandings and family conflicts, human mistakes, motherly love and the mishap of identity that created a monster in Charles, which in turn Cece was born to torture the lives of four innocent girls.

But the fact that after all that insurmountable obstacles, all that pain and sufferings, they are still standing tall and strong. No matter what happens, they stick together, they helped each other out and make sure their friends are always safe. No matter how far A goes to ruin and sabotage every little plan they had, they still survived.... The quote " Everything happens for a reason" is well said... if Aria, Emily, Hannah and spencer have not gone through all of these, how will they then be as strong as they were today... and they also gain much experience on certain things along the way..

The best part of the series is that I get to see so many solving crime mysteries, cracking of codes, girl night out and secret revealing.. it is indeed a roller coaster tv series!!!
My personally fave character is Spencer, as I extremely love her guts, wit and she is really smart and talented. What about you? Who is your fave?

Anyways, when u have some free time on your hands, take some time to watch these amazing plots, you will connect with their stories somehow and you will like it!

The part where you see how the A monster was sadly created.. will make you feel so sad... A was actually a boy with a heart that hopes to be a girl... he was sweet and loving, especially smart and protective of his siblings.. but no matter how he showed his love, his father always disliked him.

The most beautiful thing in this world is to be able to be yourself, your true self..... so be yourself and don't be afraid!

Yours sincerely, Daphne. till the next time.

Awkward

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Hi all! once again I am here to share with all of you another of my already favourite Tv series show! The name of the Tv series is Awkward. It is about this girl named Jenna Hamilton, that have a blog called the invisible girl and she changed it to That girl at the end of Season 1 Episode 1. I chanced upon this amazing tv series on the Top 25 on the teen's most favourite Tv series, and I read the description for Awkward and immediately know how Jenna felt, immediately I know that this tv series clicked with me. Last night I started watching the very first episode. It was already fun to watch and I am filled with so much anticipation for the next episode.
For any of you out there that feels so small and insecure at school, thinking that you do not fit it.... all the girls hating you for your guts and your confidence... liking that one guy but no matter what you cannot be with him... having a diary and blog that you rant about all the messy and crazy factors of being a teenager... and having a super cool but messy room.. you are sure to enjoy this amazing show! Trust me you will love it!
I know I will watch on and sure update all of you!
I shall end off with talking about friends today... a true friend is always there for you, they are not selfish and do not think twice to help you, they do not blame you for little mistakes or text and talk to you sarcastically... they think for you not think for themselves and certainly do not leave you doing projects alone while they go study for their own exams. A friend is very important, so be wise about it.. if they make you feel inferior or sad, then you know they are not right for you...
Alright that's all people! stay strong!
Sincerely, Daphne

Teen wolf Tv series

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Omg... I have been so caught in this amazing teen tv series called Teen Wolf. If you have not watched it, you have to do it NOW!

I chanced upon this show through the many instagram fan accounts. I mean this show really have so many cute guys for you to admire. Okay.. I am just kidding.. it is the amazing story line that pulls you into their story.. it is the amazing plot and actions given that make you go WOW.

My personal fave actor is Derek Hale, he is a man of power, loyalty and most importantly he is calm and cool headed during any tough situations. Although he may look all tough and strong on the outside.. he is actually a person full of soul and love. He fell in love four times in the show. One to Paige-his teenage crush, another to Kate Argent- a wolf hunter that burn his family alive, third to a demonic teacher whom turns out to be some evil witch and fourth which I liked the most is a assassin girl...

There were so many instances that I thought Derek will just die. But again and again, he stood firmly on his feet and fought on. The last episode of S4 was amazingly plotted!! He turns out to be evolving into a black wolf, sort of like a blue moon wolf that took down kate and her besekers.

Omigosh... I can keep going on and on about this supernatural filled movie show!

The reason why I like it so much is because it embodies the idea of Friendship, trust, loyalty, power and strength. There were so many instances in the show that reminds you how important is your family, so many incidents that make you smile and laugh and a plethora of actions that prove to you nothing is impossible and that hope is indeed the greatest weapon in the world.

I have not watched Season 5 yet for I am trying to slowly savour it, I cant bear to let teen wolf stop.

However, of course there are certain deaths that make me want to break down! Like the kind and Stoic Allison, she died figuring out how to kill the dark forces and she was the first the figure it out.

But having state that all, I also love all the flashbacks, little comedies, love and historical throwbacks.

An action-filled tv series that capture life in a supernatural perspective is certainly worth your time!

Well to end off I would just like to say if I could be any one of the character, I would be Lydia. I am so excited at the thought of being a banshee! you get to figure out stuff, and help save life. Indeed it is an amazing sidekick talent.

Alright, that's all people! Thanks for your time!

 

Yours sincerely, Daphne.

Happy Father's Day!!!

Manna Western Food(sp)

Mummy mushroom pot

Ginger chicken soup

Hey there people!!!! How have all of you been doing? Hope that your holiday have been fruitful and amazing so far! So you know that fathers day is soon, what have all of you prepared for your amazing and hardworking fathers? Well, I went to school to buy a delicious western food and serve it to my father as a way to show my appreciation. The above other two dishes are cooked with love from my mum. It is the inspiration from her mother- Ai Choo :)

Actually, to me, I like to think that everyday is Father's and Mother's Day. We have to do our part as loving children to send our warmest thanks and sincere respect to our parents everyday. For without them, you would not be standing here and you would not be in this universe.

Our parents go all out for us, protecting us from the external harms and making sure that we grow and live to be healthy youths, healthy adults.

Nevertheless, Our parents are also always there for us when we needed a listening ear or a shoulder to lean on, they guide us through every painful obstacles and laugh with us at every joyous moment.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank my dearest dad, thank you for all that you have done for me. You are amazing!! And of course to my loving mum, I love you too.

To all of you out there, grab this opportunity today, tell your parents how much you love them, show your appreciation to them. Remember, everyday is Fathers and Mothers day so lets all celebrate by making our parents proud and happy!

Thank you for reading this post! Till the next time!
Sincerely, Daphne:)

Ai choo memorable dishes...

Traditional Curry fish head

plain gingerly boiled chicken

potato lady dish

Dark soya sauce chicken

Egg cauliflower dish

Beancurd cabbage dish & Century egg tofu dish

Vietnam shrimp dish

 

Hey there people! It had been such a long time since I ever posted anything. But this time, I am bringing an amazing thing for all of you! I am truly amazed and inspired by my talented mother whom always cook spectacular and scrumptious dishes for us.

So, my mother and I came up with this idea to share with all of you her inspired dishes from my loving grandmother- Ai Choo.

Although, I did not get to see her before she passed away, the stories and pictures that my mum showed me over the years is already enough for me to know that she is an amazing and loving grandmother. 

My mum have always hoped that me and my brothers will remember our grandmother ,thus she always try to cook up dishes that was passed down from her mother.

Such a beautiful cycle of life, such an amazing way to pass down a true love through dishes. Wow, how I hope I can cook like my mother.

So, as you can see from the above pictures, these are some of the great dishes whipped up by my dearest mother. There is many traditional dishes and healthy vegetarian food. I did asked my mum once, how she came up all these amazing ideas on the spot. All she told me was:" My mind thinks of all the great dish your grandmother cooked for me and whatever I have in the fridge, I try to make the best dish I can."

I am truly grateful for my mother, she never failed to take good care of the family, cooking such wonderful dishes all these years. Umm, her cooked food is the thing that makes me miss home during a camp ( hahaha!!)

To my Grandmother, I really am grateful for your everything! I will continue this very blog posts to pass on your legacy, your name and your love.

Last but not least, I thank you all for reading this post! I will be officially starting these form of posts, do await for more!!!

 

Till the next time, sincerely, Daphne:)

 

My Reflection on Forest Adventure and Dragon Boat!!

Hey there people!!

I have promised some of my friends that I will be writing about this way back in February. I am utterly sorry that I hold back on this for so long.. so lets get started!!
So, this adventure happened back on 6 February 2015 at Bedok Reservoir. As you can see from the above pictures, the first one is the area where we had our high elements course. And just nearby there is the dragon boat area. The second picture depicts my blue paper band that I got there:) (keeping it to prove my relatives that I tried the high elements :D)

The high obstacles for the forest adventure did seemed scary and daunting at first, and do not get me wrong, I still am afraid of it till today! And the rainy weather did not make it any better, with the cold drenched clothes making us shiver in the cold by the minute, it was not a moment to forget. We even had to learn and remember the rules while standing under that pouring weather. However, the rain did not stop us from continuing, we all listened to instructions carefully and tried our best to complete the scary high elements. Of course, we learnt basic rules to arrange the hooks and ropes and even practice a small flying fox, which by the way is much like a sandy experience.

And the worst thing is that when you move up from a level to another, it just get harder and harder, the elements are more tricky and certainly more challenging. I cant imagine that almost all my friends were enjoying it. I really have to thank my friends that are always there to help me get through each obstacles. I remember one of them helping to persuade me to get on with the flying fox, when I keep wanting to get down. Talking about this right now, my hands are already starting to sweat buckets!

So, after taking a long time to take that leap and screaming through the jet line like a scared child, half way through, I opened my eyes.. Honestly, I was very scared and terrified that I might drop into the river while flying fox, but it was certainly a great experience, the view was beautiful, I could remember how blue the sky was. how green the tree was, how clear the water below my legs was, how the wind was brushing against my cheeks and how all of a sudden I had no worries and troubles... But BAM, there goes the sandy experience and I am back to earth, back from fantasy land :) 

You know that type of gut feeling you get after you had a great experience? Well, I wanted to have more of that amazing flying fox moment, but... the second high element was too daunting, it was too much for me.. I spend minutes, climbing up and down the rope ladder trying to argue with my inner crazy self, but finally I gave up and went back to rest, its the scary cat living in me fault!! Nah, at least I get to have one of that great moment, and I can certainly check flying fox off my lists now :)

Moving on to my favourite part of the day, Dragon Boat!!! I love water sports since I was a little girl, thus when I saw the chance to dragon boat, I was immediately on cloud nine! I love all the techniques that I have learnt, like easy, up and etc.. counting the rhythms and rowing the boat with my friends is indeed a great and fun experience, its like we are all in the same boat, trying our best to make it to the goal together, and at the same time we are forming stronger bonds and spending quality time with each other. Although, John Gracious keep mentioning something scary( you know what I am talking about:)) Oh yes!! and the fun part was that we also get to compete with the other groups and get to splash water at each other, kind of like the higher level of water bomb:D

Overall, I really have to say that dragon boat is really fun and enriching. It is also pretty relaxing when the cool breeze is blowing across your face and you feel so accomplished when you helped move the boat. Teamwork and alertness is surely needed. Of course, my group would not have so much fun without our amazing coaches, Kim and Mei Nu :)

All in all, this forest adventure surely did make me more confident. The high elements also taught me much vital life lesson, like in life, sometimes you just have to take the first step and try your best so that you will be able to taste the fruits of your labour, and if you never try you will never know. It also taught me something, sometimes in life, it is better not to know what our future holds, not to know how our ending will be like, because when I saw what lies ahead of me is full of scary obstacles, I did not even want to take the first step.. So it is always best that we take every step with happiness and work hard for our future. Be brave and be bold to take that step!!

Last but not least, I want to thank Singapore Polytechnic for giving me such an golden opportunity to make more friends and learn such valuable life lessons. I sincerely enjoyed that day!

And to John Gracious, we all made it and survived the forest adventure, thanks for being such a nice friend too! Our boat was much more lively with you! :D

 

And to all of you, thanks for taking your time to read!! Till the next time!

Sincerely, Daphne :)

Life...

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Dear readers,

How have all of you been so far? I hope that you all are great and happy at this point of time. Life have been really hard and tiring now, its tough when you grow up and starts to understand things and start to experience things out of your little world. Thus, I thought it might be a good time for me to share with you all my thoughts on life. Before I start, I just want to say the picture I chose today is a quote '' Find that magical place in your world and live there.'' Its a quote that makes me dream, makes me think of a fantasy land free of worries and troubles but only roses and candies, it also makes me think of what I really hope my life would be like.

However, I know that this is not true and is impossible in my situation, but it is great to have a little beautiful daydream once in a while. I mean, life is short right? :)

Alright, sorry for rambling on and on, lets begin on my thoughts on Life...

I like to think of life like a movie, a book, a journal, a diary, something that captures every moment, something that is able to store our memories & our secrets, something that is filled with both bad and good times.
Each and every one of us have a Life to live, have a faith to accept and a problem to solve. Some of us might be bemoaning about the life we have now, the faith we need to swallow and embrace, we hope and wish for another life, but have you thought of this? why would you be given this life?
There is a reason why and everything happens for a reason, because god believe that you are the only person that can go through this tunnel... That's the miracle and magic in life, you just got to believe it. I know its hard to say it all, but I have gone through those times, hoping that my life will be better... failed birthdays, missed opportunities, lost belongings, family quarrels, but that is part of life, that is what that makes me who I am and what I am, It also makes me stronger... so I embrace my life, I learnt to love my life, that way I will not live miserably but I will live more meaningfully and happily. So, you see it, life is what it is, it is your perspective and perception that helps you see life in a better and much more positive way..

If you are a student, your life will be filled with worries on grades, peer pressure, friends, meeting parents and teachers expectations, fitting in to the picture, unclear future, etc..
If you are a parent, you will be worried for your children, the bills, the workplace, the expectations of society, etc...
If you are a teacher, you will be worried about your students grades and at the same time, you have to juggle your family matters....
If you are a leader, you will be worried of disappointing your group members, you will be worried of making the wrong decisions, you will be worried of tomorrow....
If you are reading this now, I hope that at least you will feel better, because I want you to know that at least, you have me who understands how you feel..

Life is a never ending lists, its full of things and tasks you have to complete, may it be for yesterday, tomorrow or the future, life does not wait for you, it just keeps giving you a heap of problem sums to solve each day.
However, that is life. You cant change it, and the more you bemoan and think of having a better life, your time will fly even faster and you will regret not spending your time more wisely.. Believe me, it will be better to work hard now, focus on the tasks you have, make sure you win this battle, make sure you overcome that mountain of troubles and obstacles, for you never know, maybe at the end of the tunnel is your fantasy, your dreamland, your goals...

In addition, if there is a moment when you feel like comparing your life to others, think of this, you are who you are, everyone have a different set of colouring tools to paint their future, but if you try to look at others and follow, how are you going to do that? Your life can be amazing if you stop comparing yourself to others. And if you are worried for your future, worried for tomorrow, don't be, cause you have to concentrate on the battle and try not to lose it, as worrying does not empty tomorrow worries, rather it empties today's energy. So let us not throw away our energy bar in the middle of climbing the mountain!! :) 

Finally, I just want to share certain movies and songs you can visit to gain inspirations and motivations. Life is certainly full of worries and short but just take some time to watch these movies and listen to these songs, let them work the magic in your heart for you...
1) The Climb (Miley Cyrus)
2) Mean ( Taylor Swift)
3) If You could see me now ( The Script)
4) Superheroes (the Script)
5) hall of fame ( the script)
6) Try ( Colbie Caillat )
7) Perfect ( pink)
8) Fireworks, Wide awake ( Katy pery)
10) Watch some comedy shows to brighten up your day!! ( 21 jump street, Honest trailers etc..)
11) Watch several motivational shows like karate kid, etc.
12) Read some motivational books and quotes online :)

All in all, I just hope that you all will step out of the cage of worries you have been entrapping yourself in,  take a deep breathe and tell yourself, this is your life, you have to make it perfect. Before you step out of that door, tell yourself that today is gonna be the perfect and most beautiful day of your life. Before you exit your bathroom, look in the mirror and smile, tell yourself that you look amazing. Before you sleep, look at the starry sky and smile, put away all your worries and thoughts, rest well and dream of your fantasy land :)

I hope that you all will feel better and look forward to your life with renewed vigour and may everything be smooth sailing!!! All the best and good luck! Stay amazing, stay positive and stay Strong! :)

Till the next time, Sincerely, Daphne :)