iCeZ Haven

:WELCOME TO MY HAVEN:

My world has lost its colour.
All i see is black and white,
and shades of grey.
I don't want the world to see me like this.
I need my haven of peace.

To friends who care:
Thank you for walking with me all this way.

To those unknown:
Please give me my haven of peace.

~^* About Me *^~

A girl by the name of iCeZ.
Born on 17th March 1983.

Enjoys Music: Listening, Playing & Singing inclusive.
Also crazy about basketball with the Slingers but moving further and further from it.
Pain Addiction = Wakeboarding.

I'm CoLd... So DoNt ToUcH Me...

Tuesday, May 31, 2005
Why do i blog?

You Are a Social Blogger!

Your blog is more of a semi-private affair for your friends.It's how you keep in touch... sharing stories, jokes, and pics.

What kind of blogger are you?

Hmm... guess this quiz answered the question more or less. Blogging is just a way for me to write down some of my thoughts and feelings at times.. and keeping in touch with my friends (although i wonder how many would actually be reading this...) Well, drop me a tag is you do, ok?

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Monday, May 30, 2005
Woah! Check this out!

This is so accurate! LOL~

You Are 22 Years Old

22

Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe.
13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world.
20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences.
30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more!
40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.

What Age Do You Act?

Yoz everyone! I'm a burnt icez! LOL! I know it sounds contradicting but yeah, i'm burnt. sunburnt that is. Went for a swim and tan on thurday since i was at adrian's place. Then i went for a tan again in saturday (wanted to swim actually but i can't without my goggles...) after my dance class (Oh, did i mention the body aches all over?!). But the final touch came this morning when my guys where playing for a mini 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Was being stubborn and stood/sat in the hot sun the whole morning. Haha. Don't know why neither... Yeap, so i have a nice "natural blush" now and feeling that my face would crack any minute.
Hmm, did i mention the aching body? Oh yeah i did... YES IT HURTS! ARGH! haha~ My dear Mr. Gng arh... no more strenuous poses please! My poor legs.. conditioning warm-ups are bad enough.. Having to keep supporting my weight mainly on one leg will break it sooner or later. *sigh* Yes, i sound like either an unfit person or an old woman of which i admit to both. LOL! Well, try this. You know how we would stretch our calf muscles by placing one leg behind and one leg in front which you rest your weight mainly on. Hmm.. maintain this poses for about an hour ( no hands supporting please...), and you will understand what i mean. Haha. Gng's dance steps can be really challenging at times i guess but i will really help in your coordination and poise. If the auntie in my class can do it.. so can i! Hurhur... But well, i really salute Gng for his passion for dance lar. He's the one who choreographs some of the NDP dance items as well i heard. Kinda cool~
Anyway, will continue to post the photo blog for my Hong Kong trip as i slowly edit the photos to upload them as well. So keep posted!

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Saturday, May 28, 2005
Hong Kong Day 2 Part 2

Hiya~ Been slacking and procrastinating for the past few days.. *Sigh* Need to find entertainment and most importantly a job! Anyway, here's part 2 of my 2nd day in Hong Kong, entitled.. Symphony of Lights! Well, it's actually the name of the performance. =P

We had to wait in queue to be allowed up to the viewing deck where you could have a better view of the performance. But opposite of us across the sea, the buildings were already brightly lit, created an amazing sight by itself.

And this is the building which i liked and stood out most with its unique structure. The lights that online the building are also programmed to light up in sequences. Really nice.. =D

We were finally allowed up to the viewing deck and to wait for the show to start...

And with the bright beams of light that shone from the buildings, the show is about to begin... With this, i shall let the pictures do the talking...

Look at how the fireworks shot out from on top of the buildings to light up the night sky. Even the sea was coloured from the bright lights making the whole frame a spectacular one.

The whole performance lasted for about 15mins and really captivated me. I've always had a love for fireworks and watching something like this in a foreign land was something different and memorable...

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Wednesday, May 25, 2005
Hong Kong Day 2 Part 1

Hiya! Here's part 1 of my 2nd day in Hong Kong! Enjoy~

Day 2 started off with a bus-ride to Tsim Tsa Tsui Star Ferry Terminal. This is the ferry service that would take you from Kowloon island to New Territories. The trip cost but less than a dollar and takes around less than 10mins. But i'm not here for the ride today but to take in the splendid view from here.

What view? Look at that behind me. From the ferry terminal, you can have an unrestricted view of New Territories where the international finance centre and exchange square are located. It's sort of like our Shenton Way with all the skyscrapers.

Slight further down, you would be able to see the famous convention centre. You know the one you see in the movies?

A walk furthur down brings you to Avenue of Stars. Look! I'm am award for the film festival!

What is Avenue of Stars all about? Well, it's the same as that of Hollywood and recognises the talents of the film industry with a star slab on this stretch of walkway. This one here is of the late bruce lee. Hmm.. star now.. person later.. What am i talking about? Stay posted to furthur entries to find out. =P

Besides the stars, cute pushcarts also line the walk. But i was there early so the pushcarts were not opened yet.

To get a piece of Avenue of Stars, you can walk into one of these shops which sells a range of items ranging from key-chains and t-shirts. They also sell special memoriables of Jacky Chan and Bruce Lee. Here's a poster for the 23rd Hong Kong film festival but it's not for sale.

Took a photo outside Hotel Intercontinental. You should stay here if you're in Hong Kong and can afford it 'cos it faces the straits between Kowloon and New Territories and gives you a splendid view when you look out of your window.

Well, besides walking along the harbour, i went to the Space Museum as well, which is also located near the ferry terminal. Sorry but don't have any nice photos to show. Hehe~ Besides the Space Museum, the Art Museum and Cultural Centre are also located at the same venue. Hmm.. The Amazon is there as well but has yet to complete renovation process.

Ok, Time to walk in the opposite direction towards Harbour City! It's a super big shopping centre which sells mostly the high end good.. What is in there?

Disneyland! Haha. Nah~ Disneyland Hongkong is not opened yet but here is a model of the themepark that will be open to public in September. I wanna go! =P

And docked right at the harbour was none other than my star pisces! ARGH! Yeap, the ship of my star sign docks in Hong Kong. Too bad i've yet to go on board despite my trips to HongKong. Didn't make it this time too since it was scheduled to set sail on the same day's evening. *Sigh*

Ok, to end part 1 of day 2's photo blog, here's a photo of me and.. a durian! Haha. They sell durians in the Supermarket in HongKong. And yes.. I got poked by the durian while taking a photo with it.. Hurhur~

Ok, watch out for Part 2 of Day 2! It will feature the captivating photos of the night performance, Symphony of Lights!

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Sunday, May 22, 2005
iCeZ

I guess i gave the right nick for myself... Cold, emotionless and unfeeling... Everything's just ice cold.
Some people pity themselves for feeling pain or hurt and see themselves as the worst of the lot. But has anyone ever tried not feeling at all? Not being able to stir up any anger or fustration that you may vent.. not being able to cry a tear as a source of release... not knowing how to smile or maybe even fake one to decieve those around you... Walking around on the streets at night without any expression on your face for you know not how to feel... Not knowing where to go or what to do...
But surprising when that happens, you seemingly are at peace.. at peace with yourself... for that is the only thing that matters to you now - yourself. 'Cos maybe in another sense, you only matter to yourself too... Then you may question the existence of your mere being...
How many of us can truly handle this? None i suppose...

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Saturday, May 21, 2005
Hong Kong Day 1

Yeap! Here's a day by day photo journal of my trip to Hong Kong. Hehe~ Not gloating about it or anything but just wanted to share some of the photos with ya all. Went there for 5 days earlier this month for holidays. Well... here goes!

Took an extremely early 6.40am flight. Add the early morning grumpiness together with the effects of air-pressure that i suffer and the drowsiness from the medication... Did really enjoy much of the view from the plane but looking at the photos now. The view was superb...

Well, since we went there free and easy without a tour group or anything, it was really about getting ourselves around. Took the airport express from the airport to our hotel. Had to pass the famous Tsing Ma Bridge to get from Hong Kong island to Kowloon.

Sorry but was left sleeping in the hotel most of the day from the effects of medication that there ain't any photos worth posting. Well, here's a photo taken at the MTR station, Jordan, near our hotel. It was the main form of transport getting around. Very similar to our MRT except much more crowded...

Went to have dinner at ermz.. a roadside kinda eatery place although it was kinda like indoors as well... hard to describe exactly. It was just around the corner near the hotel and temple street night market. Wanted to try "autentic" hongkong food although it's much like chinese food i guess. Typically, the would serve hot tea once you are seated although you ain't really advised to drink it unless it's "fresh and hot"... And look, coke is still sold in glass bottles! Haha, seldom see it in Singapore nowadays...

Contrary to what Karen told me, i saw quite a number of such illegal roadside hawkers. Just didn't have the guts to try the food since i doubt the hygiene and that i have a strong enough tummy. Haha~

The ice-cream van! Yeap, it's a common sight at night near such night markets and easily spotted by the cute polka dots and music that it plays. An ice-cream cone cost about S$1.20 . Not that cheap, aye?

The night markets take up more than 1 street alone as the streets are closed to traffic at night for the purpose of such night markets. The streets are lined with stores selling imitation goods ranging from branded gucci or prada handbags, nike or puma shoes to soft toys and other female accessories. What did i get for myself? Hmm.. let's see, a pair of nike shoes, a paul frank watch, an emily bag... and the list goes on. LOL!

Well, if you have yet to hear from the news about the complains of the increasing street lights and signboards in HongKong... here's a photo of what it's all about. Need i say more? The windows are all closed with blinds and curtains to block off the lights from the streets at night or else you'll never get to sleep with the glare...

Okay! That about ends it for day 1 since we didn't really do much. Will post day 2 soon!

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Friday, May 20, 2005
HARLOW!

Hi everyone! Well, finally settled down to design a new blog. I know it looks a little bleak but i kinda like the minimalistic effect i guess. The old webby is still around since i just can't bring myself to tearing it down. Guess i shall leave it there since it serves more as a complete webpage for myself.
Anyway, shall be posting more about my HongKong trip with a day by day breakdown and a photo journal i guess so look out for it, k? And as for the links on the right, anyone has a blog link i may add? Don't really know what else i should add to the blogskin but like i said, it's supposed to be minimalistic... So that settles it for now.
Ok, back to editing photos during the trip so i can get them posted! Cheerios!

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