My camera is back!

Wheeeee~ I love my darling camera :D

I only use point-and-shoot digital cameras because I'm a total noob case when it comes to cameras. Also, I don't really see the point of using DSLRs when I can't operate them. My camera is light, sturdy and functions really well for me, so I'm very very happy with it. I purchased it last year for RM299 so well, what's there to complain?

The only things that I wish could be improved is the zoom. 4x zoom is not enough! And an additional image stabiliser during maximum zoom would be very helpful. The focusing time for maximum zoom is very long, so by the time its ready to shoot, my lecturer would probably flick to the next slide.

Don't know what I'm talking about?

At Limkokwing, the lecturers don't always give you slides from lectures. If you get black and white printouts or soft copies from the student portal, you can consider yourself lucky. Seriously. And it is so rare that you'll get them! So I depend alot on my trusty camera :)

The video is actually not bad, but you can't zoom in and out during recording time :'(

Well, it definitely does not do HD videos or anything since it is an old model. But I like how light it feels. Pocket sized and compact, you can easily fall in love with this Panasonic Lumix DMC-F2!

EMO.

I woke up extra early for today's class to search for my missing notebook relating to today's Building Technology and Concepts class.

I brought along my super thick building construction textbook.

I brought all my previous semester's lecture slides.

And class was cancelled.

How do you think I feel?

Bonjour, Semester 3~

Well, so much for my break. I'm resuming my hectic lifestyle again. Truth be told, I don't miss it. I wish I were on my holiday break again though...

I have to write a 300 word essay and do some research on a traditional Malacca Malay House.

And complete my syllabus planning as well as start my June notes if I want to meet the deadline. Ahh! Tasks, deadlines, responsibilities!

And next week I have my makeup class scheduled. Busy busy. But its pretty fun, so I'm not complaining ;)

Also, I am gonna use my Groupon voucher for the grilled international cuisine next week. It sounds scrumptious and I have yet to try it yet! Actually my life isn't that bad, just that I'm super busy. Well for now I can deal with it, so I'll do just that.

Okay, that's all for now~ Nights, all!

My Semester Break

Was absolutely fab!!! I spent 3 days of my holidays at Miaw's place and we had tons of fun shopping, karaoke-ing and hanging out. Its awesome hanging out with your bestie! Especially one you've known for a decade ;D

I took to heart the phrase "Work hard, play hard". I am still feeling very much unrested! My semester break was absolutely exhausting despite the fact that I had spent zero time on assignments or studies.

I absolutely love shopping. I can shop as long as I earn enough money for it! And online shopping is the craze right now.

Here's a list of sites I highly recommend:

1. http://lajoie-closet.blogspot.com/ (awesome bags!!)
2. http://www.groupsmore.com/ (great savings and deals!!)
3. http://milkadeal.com (same as above)
4. http://www.dealmates.com.my (same as above)

La Joie Closet retails affordable and reasonably priced bags. Great since I really hate blogshops that sell overpriced stuff. Those are total rip offs man. I could tell you of some I know. They charge RM100 for an average quality bag that isn't even very nice to begin with, and clothes that you can purchase for far less at departmental stores. I wish that more blogshops were more ethical in doing their businesses.

Anyway, moving on, Groupsmore is my favourite group buying site! I have tried a number of deals with them and it was really good. RM10 for a plate of carbonara, soup and egg salad! Divine.

Oh, and RM50 for a makeup course! I still have 2 more sessions to attend, since RM50 is for SIX hours of lessons. We use quality products too, which make it more worth it. I've learned basic skincare regimes from my first lesson which most people think they know but end up doing it all wrong anyway. The next lesson will be focusing on matching makeup colours! That'll be fun :)

So that was what I did during my holidays. I have purchased another deal for a grilled international cuisine. I paid RM50 for RM100 value of food. My dear and I can eat to our heart's content~ The photos of the food already make my mouth water!

Oh, and Lowyat's RedBox's service is atrocious. One visit is enough for me. Arrogant and cocky waiters are such dampers! Can't tolerate them.

Okay, so that's it for now~ I shall update more when my 3rd semester begins on Wednesday. Wish me luck!

Au revoir, Foundation 2!

My presentation board!

The fruits of my labour. What do you think?

If its anything negative I'd rather not know, thank you very much xD

I'd be crushed after all the effort I've put in. Save your critiques for next time maybe?

The review went okay, some people liked it, some people didn't. But that's fine with me. I put in effort, and that's all that matters. I learned how to use Photoshop and created my entire portfolio and presentation board using that software. I feel very accomplished, despite my lack of rest. I strive for perfection, and I am happy that I have made a significant step towards it.

That's all that should matter. No matter what the results are, I know that I tried. And having put in your all -- you won't regret that. Semester 2 of my foundation year is extremely challenging as opposed to my free and easy semester 1. I have one more semester to go before I enter my degree. After this week of holidays, I know that will be up for it!

***

I went shopping today! What a happy way to start my holidays~

Actually my holidays began yesterday but since I work on Saturdays it doesn't really count for me :P

My shopping trip was very, very fruitful.

My boyfriend accompanied me as I tottered in and out of shops, stared at clothes for ages, entered and exited dressing rooms and scrutinized them for any microscopic flaws . I admire his patience and I love him for being able to put up with me and my indecisiveness. He has pretty good taste in clothes too, which makes him a great shopping partner. I am one lucky girl! Heehee~

I made quite a number of purchases, and they included plenty of earrings. I have so many pairs of them now that I have lost count. However many of my earrings went missing because I totally suck at organizing my accessories. That's kinda sad :( I guess I'll have to restock then!

We also had a fantabulous lunch at Sushi Zanmai. It was heavenly. Zanmai defines sushi. Your taste buds will be spoilt with the variety of food available and the explosion of flavours. I love good food. But my appetite has dwindled slightly. I can't eat as much as before now and what a waste it was this afternoon...

But I'm sure that there will be a next time! :)

So that's still okay.

Am looking forward to tomorrow, where I will be making another shopping trip with Miaw. Whee~ Actually, the whole week ahead is gonna be great! It could be better though if my camera didn't break down yesterday (I blame it on dad -- it was alright when I used it!) and had to be sent for repairs YET AGAIN. Sheesh that's a real downer. I can't capture snapshots of my great week ahead :///

Anyway, I'll update soon! My bed is calling for me now ;)

眼泪成诗 - 孙燕姿

我已经
已经把我伤口化作玫瑰
我的泪水
已经变成雨水早已轮回
我已经
已经把对白留成了永远
忘了天色
究竟是黑是灰

分手伤了谁
谁把他变美
我的眼泪写成了诗已无所谓
让你再回味
字不醉人人自醉
因为回忆总是美

我已经
已经把绝情变成了恭维
因为不配
你就忽然自卑说声失陪
我已经
已经把沉默变成了忏悔
无路可退
只能无言以对

分手伤了谁
谁把他变美
我的眼泪写成了诗已无所谓
让你在回味
字不醉人人自醉
因为回忆总是美

分手伤了谁
谁把他变美
我的眼泪写成了诗已是无所谓
让你再回味
字不醉人人自醉
你的品位总是美

回忆总是美。

Bittersweet feelings -- we smile at the bitter moments we've been through, yet we tear at those happy memories.

The irony of life.

***

I can relate to this song. It is melancholic and somewhat wistful. And everyone can identify with those feelings. I really like it very much, and its good to listen when I'm feeling down. Like now. Because I lost myself a good portion of marks in a question I KNOW THE ANSWER TO by forgetting to pen down my final answer. God save me.

Actually I am pretty certain that I can score at least 80% already but I am soooo close to getting a near perfect score. I am rather disappointed and very regretful.

The last week of my second semester was not easy. The mental stress I gave myself did not help. But anyway, it is over already and not worth stressing about now.

I wonder now how could I be so relaxed throughout the entire duration of my SPM in the past. How I managed to find the time to play Mafia Wars every day during SPM baffles me now. People say enjoy college life, relax, take it easy, don't stress and so on.

And I'd reply "HOW?????". Its easy to say from the viewpoint of someone who can do well without putting in plenty of effort, or from the viewpoint of someone who does not put much emphasis on results. I am not that intelligent (luck always plays a part in my successes, so stop asking me how I manage to do so brilliantly) and I am under a scholarship that requires me to achieve a minimum 3.5 CGPA each semester.

But for now, I'm just gonna let all these worries go and concentrate on enjoying my holiday~! :D

Imbalanced

I have been skipping meals, had insufficient sleep, tired beyond my wits and been through a roller coaster week.

The life of design and architecture students is living hell. I need to hold on for a couple more days before I can fully collapse.

After that, I'll have a week to recuperate, and its back to this lifestyle once more.

Stress stress stress

I feel so stressed of late. My face looks like the surface of the moon and I lack sleep. Lots of it. No thanks to my final project for design. I did real bad in my exam today also because I couldn't think. Regret. But design is more important than English, unfortunately. So yeah. Tomorrow is the submission date :S

Wish me luck!

P.S. This weekend I'm gonna go shopping!!!! I DESERVE IT AFTER SO MANY MONTHS OF ABSTINENCE!