Curtains closing, Closing Ceremony...

" It's the end of a new beginning "

Within a glimpse, i could see the end of the beginning of my 'migration'. I have to settle down and prepare myself for, who knows what, the future may hold. Yet, to be honest, the closing ceremony was a dear event and a memorable one for sure. Like the urge of experiencing working life, when i was in my orientation week, i longed for the end, but when the end came, i wished time was turned back impossibly to the registration day.

Together with the Director of MAS.

My group's facilitator, Cent and I.

Tagline as previous quote, the Discipline.

A token of appreciation, dear facee.

Bring it on! Bro Moorthi and us...

Male Facee of the MAS.

The facee that means 'time to sing the songs' when he is on stage.

Chun...

It's my second week here from home. And soon, here will be my second home- taking the title away from SMKHK. Without a doubt and i shamelessly admit, i do feel homesick on and off. Well, you can't blame me. It's my first time out and living in a hostel. Only time will tell when...

About my lectures, tutorials and laboratories, i would like to story those in another post. As i would hint, it will be a little 'desperate' story of a university student- me.

As to now, wc08, could hear his stomach craving for dinner and will be back to hit the books!

E-MAS for UTP...

Don't smile. I don't like your smile "

I've hatched my egg, experienced my first flight and fall, tasted succulent worms for breakfast and dinner, chirped with my other friends noisily, scampered around the ground blissfully and now, it's the time i leave my nest with all the abilities i possess and survive in the wild. Yes, i'm moving into another stage in my life, a stage not to be missed and is regarded as the 'best time' in one's life. My journey into the wild started as i flew from K L to an isolated, remote, quiet town, Tronoh, and flew further in adventurously into the sophisticated and modern nest- University of Technology Petronas.

The first week was the Minggu Aluan Siswa (MAS) which in other word means the orientation week. Throughout the week, loads of fun activities were being carried out and on top of that, i was exhausted with numerous briefings- almost by every department. Nevertheless, it was essential. Before i start, take a brief look at part of the campus.

Pocket C

A blend of all.

From afar stood the prestigious Chancellor Complex.

As to before i started my new journey, or any other journeys, there must be time to pack and prepare for ahead.

Stock up!

It wasn't my first time stepping foot onto the ground of UTP as i've been there during my EduCamp in April. Before the Sun had risen, i was already awake and ready to fly there. I reached my destination safely and cautiously registered myself in following the procedures. I was then directed to move to my Village (Hostel in UTP), Old V5- the same Village i stayed during the EduCamp. And from there, i started building my new 'nest'.

Briefings after briefings, games after games and meals after meals, i eagerly waited for the week to come to an end and start my studies. How i was surprised and i've decided to take my words back- the orientation week should be a memorable time of my life! I've met many people from different walks of life, seniors, coursemates, KL-mates and buddies. Some were mere acquaintances, and some grew into friendship.

Roommate, Jeremy, and under-the-same-tree, neighbour C. Chun.

Neighbour-coursemate, S. EE with KL-mate, Denson.

Platoon B!

Group picture during one of the Moral Activities.

Engineering Future! UTP!

Another Moral Activity in play. I'm not 'there', mind you...

Some facilitators facilitating the MAS- Lim, Chun, Evelyn and Amy.

My friends and i with Mr Kamran, another facee...

Jared and me...

Michelle and us!

I'll have to stop here for this post unfortunately. It's already past midnight and i'll have to be fresh for tomorrow's medical check-up. Dear friends, i'll be updating your photos, hopefully, when i get them. Dear readers, i'll be posting more photographs on the MAS week with my facees so stay glued if you want to see more.

As to those who may not know, i'm currently doing Foundation in Engineering and will be pursuing later on Degree in Petroleum Engineering. There you go, E for Engineering and MAS for Minggu Aluan Siswa. Join them and you'll get gold! As when i'm done with my posts on MAS, i'll move on to describe and story the life of a university boy, another wonder in life.

wc08 has spread his wings and took off!

Yeah, I can ... Drive!

" Patience is something you admire in the driver behind you and scorn in the one ahead " - Mac McClearly

Blame it on the Euro fever i've recently caught and cured, i had to postpone this post unwillingly a few weeks later as to not spoil and interfere with the write-up of the Euro 2008. Therefore, this post shall write about the day i took my JPJ test and how i've been doing on the road!

In my driving school, the JPJ test is done on a Friday. And so it was, i arose from bed early in the morning and prepared myself for the test- after hours of practice, it was time to face the moment of truth. Upon reaching my driving school, i mentally rehearsed the steps my instructor informed me for the 'on the road' part to get the 'free' points. As i reached the school, my instructor gave me some final instructions before we were told to be in a room and wait for our turns. We were divided into 3 main categories, separating those first timers from those resiting the test. As a first-timer, i was in the 'green' group and were placed later in the morning to sit for the test. Nervously but patiently, we waited for our time and by 11 in the morning, our numbers ( we were given the numbers earlier ) were called, one by one, and soon, it was my time.

I was the 63rd candidate and because of that, i, along with others, were tested on the slope, parking and 3-point-turn first. I was told that when i'm satisfied with my task, i should raise my hand, shout out my number and let out a 'honk'. It was my turn and the slope was my first task. I did as taught and let out a 'honk' when i was satisfied- car on the yellow line. Immediately, the examiner faced me, seriously and angrily said "Sabarlah (Patient)... Apa honk honk. You yang honk kan!?" I hated to admit but i did and even apologized- they may just fail me if not. Do you think what i did was right, i mean the being sorry part? Thankfully, he passed me and i progressed on with the parking and 3-point-turn. In both, i was already traumatised to honk and instead, i waited patiently for them to look as i raised my hand and waited for them to nod before driving off. Cleared all 3, Lulus.

After those, it was 'on the road' test next and we had to gather in the room again, and waited calmly for my turn to come. My turn was about 12.45pm and i had a male examiner. As i entered the car, i did as what i had 'mentally rehearsed' earlier. As i was doing, the examiner rushed me and asked me to start immediately. Hesitantly, i started moving, not knowing yet which of the two roads i'll be tested on. Slowly driving out from my school, i glanced at my exam score sheet (when he wasn't looking) and it was written a big '2'. To that, i knew it was the second road and ignoring the fact that he should have told me or should have i asked, i continued on as usual. Only later at the junction out from my school he informed me that i'll be tested on Road 2. He looked annoyed when he said that. At that moment, i knew we were going to face a hard time in a small vehicle together.

I continued my driving and suddenly, there was a phone call. Clearly not mine but his! In the middle of an exam? He talked over the phone and their conversation was about when they'll finish- and the other side of the phone talked something about finishing at 1 pm. He ended the conversation and rushed me again. Don't know why, he looked as if he was in a hurry. I wasn't the last candidate on his list, there was another girl after me. So, clearly, he was in a rush once more. He mumbled something, but i couldn't be bothered. I continued on driving.

Later, he turned to me and asked me a few questions- like where i was from and who was my teacher. I answered, but remained silent after answering him. Time and time again, he asked me to accelerate. I tried but it still seemed to not pleased him. Fed-up, i continued driving on as i had practised and ignored to drive faster. Turning back to my school, i thought that he would fail me but it turned out otherwise. Radiant, i said 'thank you' and left the car, with both my hands gripping the score sheet. How lucky was i? I passed my driving test. And with that ending my long, tiring day on a bright side and in an excited mood, a 'P' license is produced for a young, new comer to the dangerous field of moving metals!

Lately, i have tried driving to and fro, to fetch my younger brother from school in Bukit Indah. In actual fact, to drive is quite a challenge. As much as i hate to admit, i often drive slow. May be it's in the blood of a new comer. Having said that, i admire the drivers behind me who are willing to tolerate and be patient with a tortoise-speed driver like me. Patience, a vital value we, road-users, should bear in mind. Cliche as it may sound, it's better safe than sorry.

Whatever it is, wc08, has his 'P' license and yes, he can proudly announce that he can drive and hope to meet you on the road. Or hop on and he shall shut up and drive!

Euro 2008 ( Stellar Spain! )

" It is a great feeling, we cannot believe what we have achieved. You watch these European competitions on TV and you want to be a part of it- and we were " - Fernando Torres, after scoring the only goal in the final

Spain. What more can i say about them? They are simply superb in the final and redefined football. They outplayed Germany and overshadowed the likes and powers of Germany key players. The Germans set the bar high at the beginning of the match, but it was until the thirty-third minute when lethal Fernando Torres scored his goal to give Spain the lead til the end.


Plus, the Spanish has a strong 'defense wall' which seemed rather solid- the experienced Puyol! On top of that, they have the best goal keeper, captain Casillas which he was in his peak in the final. Their midfielders are undoubtedly great and spectacular, always threatening the opposing team. With these, Spain hands down deserve their win after a dry, quiet 44 years in the dark! And now, they're back, shining.

Cheers to the Spanish coach, Luis Aragones!

The first goalkeeper, as captain, to lift the trophy!

And so it is, the Champion of Euro 2008 is Spain!

Looking at them winning and lifting the trophy, i've discovered another meaning of life- success comes in great team work. The Spanish has very good communication skills on the field and to watch them pass the ball effortlessly to another player makes them simply splendid. They also seemed to have the connection with their coach, which makes them even better.

Actually, i'm a little down now that the Euro 2008 is over- i've been watching almost every day and i miss the late nights, i don't know why. Anyway, wc08 is thrilled that the team he has been supporting finally clinched the title.