Winter Wonderland

Prepare for a long one guys! :p

Another long trip... but I was prepared... I brought my iPod and a book to read. In the end, I listened to my iPod during the whole trip. Halfway through the trip, we stopped by to rent the winter equipments. We rented sleds (not skis), waterproof pants and chains for the tyres (Apparently, it's for safety precautions). Off we went!!!~

Wow! On the way up the mountain, I saw snow... thick, white snow... It was beautiful. The leaves (Yes, there were leaves on the trees ) were covered with snow. Once shaken, it did feel like it was snowing on you. Tall trees surrounded the road. So, you felt fascinated but mystified at the same time. It was foggy as well. Debbie and I had some fun blowing mist on the car window and drawing pictures on it. Soon after, we saw buildings and lots of people with thick clothing walking around with their sleds. We knew... We were finally there!!!

We parked our cars at spots beside each other. Our family friend and her daughter, Kim got out of the car and started putting on thicker clothing. We did the same. it felt like a race between 2 families. Keke... while we were doing that, it started snowing mildly. I was disappointed but who cares... Maybe I could experience falling snow later on. After that, we carried our own sleds up to the sledding area.

















We were overcome by the number of people who were there. My mum asked "How are we going to go sledding with so many people around?" Our family friend replied "You just bump them. Don't worry, they won't mind..." We looked at each other... Not that convinced by that answer. We finally reached the top of the sledding area, relunctant to go first. Our family friend offered to go first, showing us "newbies" how to sled. One by one, we went down. I was one of the last few to start. I put down my sled just below my feet. Carefully, I sat down, sticking my legs out. I held tight to the rope that was connected to the front of the sled. I pushed forward a little.

Nothing.

I tried again.

A little more...

"Just go!" I told myself. And I pushed with my legs on the snow....



I started sledding down with full force. The wind was blowing my hair back and my hands were numb. As I sled down, I met Mum. "You're suppose to put your legs in the sled." "What?!" I replied, and I quickly put my legs in, afraid I would be laughed at.








































The ride was bumpy, but it made it extremely thrilling. While sledding down, I was about to bump onto a few people but managed to steer clear of them with my legs, hence, able to slow down the sled and continued again. I made it to the very end, laughing with glee. I went up again, hoping to meet up with Debbie or Kim so that I could race with them. To my luck, I met them both. We found a spot where we sat side-by-side. "1, 2, 3!" We pushed with all our might and started sledding down. Debbie was ahead, Kim was second, and I was.... last... However, I saw that Kim was stopping halfway. "Yes! Now's my chance!" I thought. Then, I realised, I was about to crash into her. I tried to use my hands this time to go right. i tried as hard as I could but.... Too late... I crashed into her, making her fall down again... We started laughing hysterically about it. Clearly, there was no 2nd or 3rd. Debbie was 1st.

We went back up a few more times. Each getting better and better. This time, we went sledding with our parents. No racing though...

Time to rest! We found a spot in the snow to rest. Debbie and I started a snowball fight (as all kids do). Then, progressively, it turned to a parents vs. kids fight! Even Mum joined in (LOL). It was so fun. Woah! Dad was so pro at this. Throwing snowballs at us when we weren't looking and hiding behind trees for cover. It was hard but we got him a few times. For Mum, it was super fun. Throwing snowballs at her made me feel so good~! :) I can't explain why though... maybe it was because I always targeted her when she wasn't looking. Keke... ;)

















Off we went sledding again... but after a while, we rested once again. Our family friend had an idea of making a snowman. We all pitched in, getting as much snow as we could for our wonderful snowman... Good result... but not as big as I thought... hehe...

Time to go back... but first, we ate our packed lunch. Mum packed egg and tuna sandwiches and coffee to go with it. Mmmm.... it satisfied our stomachs, for the time being... another long drive back. This time, I didn't see much because I was sleeping. Sigh... I wished this day would never end... :) then again, a good way to end the holidays....

200 Pound Beauty: A Beauty

I recently watched "200 Pound Beauty" and it's a really good show. Thanks to jench00 for buying the DVD and Dad for bringing it here (the copy version). It was funny and moving at the same time. I heard that it was out in 2006 (correct me if I'm wrong). Those who've watched it... Please tell me your comments on this movie... And those who haven't... Watch it! :)

P.S : I love the music in it too!!!

Music Concert

As I have said in my earlier post, I have taken up music as one of my elective subject. Beacuse of this, my assesment task for this semester was to hold a concert. We were to play as a group so this means I'm not playing alone. There was much planning for this concert as everyone wanted it to be perfect. We were to bring some "food" and wear black shirts and tie for this concert. I brought chips (2 packets), not wanting to go through the hassle of preparing food.

One by one, we reached the school's lecture theatre. We spent about 20 minutes preparing and tuning our instruments. At about 6:50, parents started to fill the seats. After 5 minutes, everyone was ready. Let the show begin!

Altogether, we played 7-8 songs (1 song was played by the violins alone). It was a good performance, better than what we all expected. Songs included When The Saints Go Marching In and Pirates Of The Carribean. The latter was my favourite song.

After the concert, everyone rushed to the snacks corner. However, I decided to go back home as soon as possible. Home was where I wanted to be!

Now, as I'm writing this, I feel like there's a burden off my shoulders now. The nervousness has gone!!! :)

Debbie's Gone To Camp~!

Some of you may have known this already. Debbie has gone to camp for the whole of this week (excluding Sat and Sun). So, it's just Mum and I. It is a lot quieter here without her, but it doesn't bother me much... Mum is missing Debbie a lot and I'm sure Debbie misses home (I think).

Miss Saigon & The Phantom Of The Opera

I just realised something... I didn't tell you guys that I watched "Miss Saigon" in May. It was a good experience but I found the story to be pretty predictable. The music was great but the seats were so small! I am not one who can sit in one spot for 3 over hours without moving. So, you could probably tell how I felt during the play. *Uncomfortable* The story reveloved around a Vietnamese woman who fell in love with an American man. Then, when the American man went back, she gave birth to a boy. Worse, the American man also has a wife in America! I'll just let you guys guess the rest.

Now, my music teacher is letting watch another play, "The Phantom Of The Opera". I know it's a good play. I've heard many good things about it. Some of you would probably tell me the same things others did. I want to go but I also want to spend the day at home, resting. Should I go?? Must give my answer to the teacher by Friday...

Btw, I have changed my e-mail due to memory loss (forgot my password). This is probably the reason why I never got to answer your e-mails. My new e-mail is nicholaschoo_93@yahoo.com

Party Party Party

Sorry I took so long to post. It's just that there's been a lot of homework here (never expected it though...). Here's what happened on that particular Saturday.

Yes, I attended another of my friend's birthday party. It was held in another restaurant, "The Pancake Parlour". So what we had for dinner was pancakes and ice-cream. Mmm.. Delicious! After a few minutes after eating, we got bored. So we walked around the place. Somehow, we ended up playing chess in the same restaurant. Two people played while the rest would watch. We picked the two best chess players and watched them.

Finally, we then watched Pirates Of The Carribean: At World's End. It lasted for about 3 hrs (Wow!). After the movie, we talked about the movie and how we felt about it. Personally, I liked the sound and visual effects and the acting. However, the storyline was a little off. There were a few times where I didn't know what was going on. But it was enjoyable. Lots of laughter filled the cinema.

Great day... Great day...

The Reunion

Yesterday was a sad day for all of us as Dad had to return to Singapore after spending 8 days here. Apart from spending time with us, dad also helped to settle many outstanding matters relating to our pc, tv, etc.

We really look forward to having him here permanently soon...

Pic taken just before Dad left for the airport

Dad did a sketch of Debbie while she was using the computer