When is Tomorrow?

As the feet of Graduation approaches, the calmness in my heart is disrupted. In less than 6 months, I will receive an Honours degree and be termed a "Graduate". Sounds impressive? Yet, beneath this glamourous term hides a sense of anxiety, uncertainty, and financial incapability that relates to the 5 Ws and 1 H (Who, what, where, when, why, how).

I have no resolution for Year 2013. I just don't want to make any because I fear that I will not achieve them and end up feeling demoralised about it. I know pretty well, perhaps, what I want in this life and what I want now. I want to become a director and film-script writer someday. I want to go to Germany and I hope I get an internship for this semester.

For now, I just hope the internships give me positive results. Fighting against time is just not funny.

But oh, why worry about tomorrow when you have today? Live for the moment.

Jersey Boys Show

Oh, what a night, Jersey Boys. Your singing and stage presence made me can't take my eyes off you. Many humorous scenes that made me smiled and, of course, laughed; so awesomely presented that I felt like I was suspended in a particular time and space, and the theater was the world. What a time free of worries while your performance lasted. Of course, the touching scenes really touched my heart, but well, big girls don't cry. I would throw away my Rag Doll and be your Sherry. (Italicized are some of the songs performed by Jersey Boys tonight).

Audience were treated to a night of audio and visual goodies in the Jersey Boys show. Not only were there awesome hits, such as Can't Take My Eyes Off You and Sherry, what impressed me were Jersey Boys' strong stage presence and direction. The moves and gestures of Jersey Boys were well-synchronized and coordinated. Man, bet they spent a lot of time rehearsing to reach such perfection. The stage directing were also awesome and creative whereby the planning team made good use of the limited stage space. The changing of scenes were well-coordinated and well thought out. I shall not reveal anything about it because it will only do justice to such a great musical if one were to witness it with one's own eyes. 

An awesome musical that caters to not just your ears, but also your eyes (and perhaps, heart as well).

I would say it's money well-spent. And I also love the dialogues. Definitely money well-spent. 

Get Well Soon, Holger Badstuber!

Tonight, I'm behaving like a little fan-girl. Why so, you, who's reading this may ask. I was surfing tumblr when I came upon this website with a "Get Well Soon Badstuber Project". The project aims to collect wishes from fans all around the world for German soccer player Holger Badstuber. He injured himself during the match when FC Bayern München played against Borussia Dortmund. (I watched that match although I had finals the following day)

Kind of a sad news because after his injured knee was operated on, he has to rest for 5 months, which means that's probably the end of his play in the German Bundesliga (German League) for this season-  the guy who has just returned from a muscle injury and getting things back into place. Yeah life. We may grumble about how bad our lives are but everyone is just on the same boat and is facing his/her own problems and difficulties.

No worries, Mr. Badstuber! (I know he won't read this but I just want to get this out of my head) When one door closes, another door opens. There're plenty of opportunities waiting for you up ahead, I'm sure. I'm sure you can become one of the few top players in the near future. Ich glaube an dich! :) Glad to hear that you're doing well in physiotherapy. And, and, ... I hope to meet you someday and watch a soccer match at Allianz Arena someday. (I actually wanted to watch the FCB vs. Chelsea match at Allianz Arena when I was in Germany, but the ticket was too expensive for me to afford. Sehr schade!)

I'm usually not this fan-girl because I believe that every player is important in a soccer team; but, I just want him to get well soon.

For Badstuber's fans who wish to send him a message (these messages will be compiled and eventually be passed on to him [source]) or for anyone who is interested in having a look at this project, click here.

I shall put an end to this blog entry with my submission for the project:

Or, since this post is filled with my expression as a fan-girl, I shall end it with a photo of him:

Image Source

Perhaps I should aim to work as a photographer and hopefully be the photographer for the soccer team photo shoot. Hmmm. I will actually be satisfied with being a photographer assistant or someone who just mow the grass at Allianz Arena. 

Wanderlust

Source: http://travel-quotes.tumblr.com/post/23477098209/you-lose-sight-of-things-and-when-you-travel-everything

I just checked my exam results and my CGPA dropped by 0.02. I haven't know how I scored for each individual subject yet but well... 0.02 may be a small number, but I think it symbolises something significant. Perhaps 0.02 means my lack of effort, interest, ability, etc. I think 4 years in a row is just too long; I need a break. I have been going through the cycle-- studying, studying studying-- and following the well-beaten path -- get into a school, exam, get into a school, exam. While I value education, I also need to catch a breathe from these hectic, information overload processes. That's why I applied for an internship in Germany. I know I may not get it, I know even if I get it I might not be able to go due to visa problems, etc, but I want to try. I want to see how everything turns out. I hope to use the chance to do something different, to re-energise myself and come back a better motivated individual. I really hope the company replies me soon. I know it's the festive season, perhaps they are celebrating, but if they really want me, I hope they would confirm everything within the first two weeks after school starts. I really want to get this internship. I want to take a different path, from everyone, and to come back a better person.

Weird ideas popping into my mind but I wonder if I've studied physiology, could I be a physiologist in FC Bayern. Haha, well, I can always fulfill this fantasy in my script and film. :D

I should snap out of this holiday mood and start preparing for my FYP now. I can do it, I can do it, I can get a plus, I can get a 4.5 GPA! Yes, yes, yes. Alles werde ich sehr schön gemacht! Ich kann!

December- Time to sparkle with your party clothes

December is the month of vacations, the end of exams, and a series of celebrations! In fact, I usually get a lot of invitations from friends that I have not met-up with for a long while (perhaps a year) to Christmas gatherings, etc.

Be it that you're a minimalist, a thrift, or whatsoever when it comes to fashion, I certainly believe the idea of dressing for success (although I don't normally practice that because I am always running late) but dressing well can increase one's confidence and mood. And who knows, who you might meet right? A potential romantic other half, possible future employer, or even just your professor or course-mate. And life's short and come on, live for the moment. You never know when your last day, so dress the best everyday. Don't keep that dress for "next time" or for a more appropriate moment that you have no idea when it going to come.

I have created a few outfits below that I think match the theme for the festive season!

While it may seem cliché but when at the mention of Christmas, one would think of green and red. Although this colour combination is often discouraged, if it's done well, it can actually create a really pleasing look. Drawing on the Christmas theme, I have created 3 outfits based on 1) White Christmas 2) Black Christmas 3) Red-and-Green Christmas

1) White Christmas

White Christmas by j-char featuring a draped dress

I really think that white and gold or anything glittery go really well together. I like the idea of a white dress with a gold belt because it seems like a character walking out of some greek mythology. Of course, to top the idea, a gladiator sandals would be perfect. But to modernise the look, I would suggest a pair of glittery gold flats (heels are okay too but it would be better if the whole heels is not covered with glitter. It's all about moderation).

2) Black Christmas (Since there's a white christmas, why not go against commercial convention and have a black Christmas? It can be as cool and classy too!)

Black Christmas by j-char featuring bangle jewelry

I really like the combination of black and purple. I feel that it adds a kind of je ne sais quoi into an outfit without sacrificing glamour and elegance. Of course, glitters and gold work well on black too, but I guess nothing beats purple, in my own opinion.

3) Red and Green Christmas

Red and Green Christmas by j-char featuring studded belts

Jump straight into the mood of Christmas by walking down the street in your reds and greens. For those who are bold, pair your top and bottom with red and green. For those who think that this combination is too much, you can incorporate reds and greens subtly through your accessories, shoes, watches, etc.

What do you guys think of these outfits? How would you dress for the festive seasons?

Seriously, I need to get myself productive. I need to read those books for my FYP which I borrowed from the library. I also need to upload those travel photos before 2012 ends. Seriously. I still don't know if you will mind if I tag you... Maybe I wouldn't bother too much about other people, but since it's you, it's kind of different. I really care about how you think and everything, you know?

I don't understand why we have to pay for our transcript when we request for one. Why are we paying the University for things that should be rightfully ours? Why can't we obtain our transcript as and when we like, say through the internet, instead of having to request it all the time, pay every time we want one, and wait and so on.... And over $3 for a piece of transcript. As if we haven't pay enough for our tuition. We have to pay for stuff we need, and stuff we don't need. Sigh.