I'd lie to myself that rubber ducks can fly
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Friday, July 10, 2009
Picture One.
This is an elderly home. There is an ongoing activity being organized in the home. Perhaps the elderly home has hired nurses to keep the elderly company, so as to relieve them of boredom and to enable them to interact with people from the outside world. Hence, they would not feel left out or unwanted from society. The nurses are tossing a large ball in the middle of the circle, so as to engage all of them in this activity. No one would feel left out and can enjoy the game. I think that all of us, being the new generation to society, should help to look after the people who have helped us built our current world, the elders. Without them, we would be no where.
Conversation One.
I have had little interaction with my grandparents as they passed away when I was young...... However, I still remember some of my treasured moments with them. When I was small, just about the height of the dining table, I would creep into the kitchen to steal my grandma's cookies. She was old, wrinkled, and very friendly. She would never reprimand or blame me for anything I did. Instead, she would be there to guide me and comfort me in times of need. Even if I was caught for elevating myself on a stool, attempting to grab a cookie, she would still let me get away with it, telling me gently that if I had asked politely, she would have given it to me. Since then, I have always asked for what I want and would never steal anything again. Even if I didn't get it, I would remember my grandmother's sweet voice and work hard for it instead of making trouble over it. It wasn't long before she passed away......
Picture Three.
There are a group of children building sandcastles on the beach. There is an adult guiding them how to build one as well. I think that they are in some kind of sandcastle competition! I see other groups of children behind as well, piling up the sand to form their desired sandcastles. People can get really creative with their sandcastles. I even spot someone piling up sand on another's body. They seem to be having so much fun, I wish I could do this sometime too. However, I've got no time. This is why we should enjoy our childhood to the maximum and live life to the fullest before we age. As you grow older, you'll have greater problems and responsibilities. Hence, we should live in happiness everyday!
Conversation Three.
Of course! I think that children nowadays are always cooped up at home playing computer games. They should get out more often to grab a snack or head to the park/beach with their friends! What kind of childhood deprives you of friends? One should frequently find time to spend with their family and friends not only to widen your social circle but to also prepare yourself for the future. In the outside world, not everything comes down to your grades. People will judge you on how you present yourself and how well you speak! By staying home daily, we can't learn all of these skills. Reading up about these on the internet will only give you a rough idea, but cannot give you priceless firsthand experience. Even children around four years old are addicted to gaming. Some of them have their own psps even! This is a shock to me as I was one of those kids who would drag my mom and friends out to go to the movies or theme parks instead of idling at home playing games! When children stay at home everyday, they'll miss out on the joys of the outdoors. Picking flowers, chasing butterflies, or even riding double bikes! Imagine how many lesser friends you'll have! So get out, and get involved.
Picture Five.
These students and their teacher are probably in the Physics lab. I recognize the experiment above and I've done it before. The teacher is explaining the procedures to them, or either commenting/correcting their experiment. Thus, the gloomy faces. They must have already collected their set of data and might have to start from scratch! I know how it feels, as I've erred many times before and it gets really fustrating to re-collect data. Especially after you have drawn your graphs! Imagine having to erase everything and re-plot it. Their teacher however, seems to be really patient with them, explaining to them their mistakes with a smile on her face. I wouldn't mind doing it all over again if she was my teacher!
Conversation Five.
I simply love Art! We get to sit real close to one another. I like to sit in groups, just like in Kindergarten. Everyone could talk at a comfortable distance and we would be able to work together. Art is a joy and a form of self expression for me. I love to paint and draw using attractive colours, or even dull colours. I like the way the shapes and patterns fall nicely on the canvas, producing different master pieces. Recently, I even made two trips to the Singapore Arts Museum to have a look. I can proudly say that I've got lots of patience and a pair of really steady hands! I could sit down for hours, pasting crystals on my phone one at a time. Each crystal is barely 1cm! Imagine the hard work put into it. Thus, I'd love to own a boutique or a cafe, where I can display my collection of art work and whip up yummy treats for everyone. I could even design my own line of chic wear. Of course, I have a business mind as well. It won't be free! :-)
Picture Seven.
There are alot of people cleaning the hawker centre. I think that they are doing a part in keeping the neighbourhood clean. They must be the residents as they are so passionate about it. It raises much awareness most probably because of the state it was in before. There msut have been complains about the hawker centre being dirty or that the hygiene standard was low, thus attracting alot of pests and chasing away patrons. They must be trying to salvage the situation and make up for those comments. When everyone works together, things get done much faster. Hence, I believe that they can rebuild the standards of the hawker centre.
Conversation Seven.
I live in a semi-D. Sometimes, it is difficult to keep every inch of the house clean as there are three floors to maintain. Climbing up the stairs is also a chore for me. I admit that I'm rather lazy and do not like to do house hold chores. However, being a perfectionist and a neat freak covers up that fact. I would make sure that my books are lined up straight, every label facing the same direction, and every item placed in a box. My room rarely has books lying around and my bed is always neatly made up. I would fluff up my pillows and cushions and arrange them neatly over the quilt cover, making sure that there are no creases on the bed sheet or blanket. Many have commented that my bed is extremely up to standard! I also have a fetish for pretty and dainty little objects, and every detail has to be pretty and neat. Thus, I would keep it clean and will arrange every single item nicely. Even the kitchen ware is not spared! Me and my mom will shop for the cutest things around and stack them neatly at home! Imagine the neatness and the eye for detail. You'll be quite surprised.
Picture Nine.
The students are wearing lab coats, doing some kind of experiment in the school's lab. It must be related to life science, as I've taken part in the course our school has arranged for us. From my experience, I can deduce that the students are streaking bacteria on the jelly plates! Who says I don't pay attention! They seem to be having fun as there is no other way to enjoy this course unless you apply for it. It is also different from sitting in the humid classroom all day, listening to the teacher's monotone voice over and over again. You actually get to do something hands-on. This kind of lessons would further interest us students.
Conversation Nine.
I have the traits to be a designer or business woman. I like to draw and extend my imagination, and I absolutely enjoy making profits! Haha. Thus, I love two subjects in school very much. Math and Art are my top favourites! I would like to study them further in University, as I feel that there are greater opportunities there. The timetable there is rather relaxed, hence, I would have time to pursue other aspects of my life as well! I could take up a business major, and further my design studies at the design school near Cityhall. Or perhaps I could take up architectural studies, thus, I can design and earn money at the same time! My options are wide for pursuing what I love as long as I keep up my interests. But first, I'll have to do well in Secondary school first. Hahaha :-)