#YoungAtHeart

I always remind myself "life's too short to be serious all the time". Despite my age, having fun and be silly are the main keys to access my life. So what if I'm 22, so what if I'm 44? I'll never forget to be a kid again from time to time that's for sure.

"Mature" is a big word for everyone, it carries "stress" disguise in "responsibility" with an after effect call "boring" or "predictable". I don't really wanna end up like the typical adults we see today, I wanna be active, creative and most importantly FUN! Back in high school, I remember how reserved was I just in the name of reputation that I must guard with my live. I don't joke too often nor have any wow factor in my personality. As a result, I was the least memorable friend among my gang.

Today, I've louder and brighter characteristics, I'm willing to do anything just to make people laugh. Of course I do have my own mature moment where I get so serious that my lips can't part into a smile, as if I'm angry at someone.

Balance is what I'm practising right now, when it's time to have fun, loosen up and go for it, when it's time to be serious, shut up and do whatever I'm supposed to do :) 

Brighten Up

"But... out of all things, why Disney?"

This is a common question that I get this recently when I made a huge change from being ordinary to Disney obsession, like, really, I own a Mickey Mouse snapback, more than five Disney graphic T-shirts and a pair of latest Disney Vans shoes. Am I crazy or what?

First of all, before anyone criticises me on trying to act cute, please, I've no such intention nor will ever I in future, and no, I'm not obsessed with Disney, I like Disney, but not this crazy. Do you really think I watch Disney channel every time I get home? No, in fact, it's been years since the last time I tune in Disney channel.

"Oh, why not go for New Balance shoes? Everyone is wearing that. Or maybe Birkenstock?"

That's the whole point, it sicken me to see everyone is wearing the same thing. I just wanna try something new, something that can brighten up my character after retired from the Gothic subculture.

So, tell me, am I trying to act cute in this photo? I'm still the same old me =D *By the way, I wasn't drunk or dead*

Somehow, Disney revolution is getting obvious by days, more and more people wear Disney T-shirt to campus or shopping. Strangers even asked me where I bought the snapback, it's good to know that the classic funny fictional mouse will never be forgotten. 

No Regret

Two years... it's been two years since the first day I came to TARUC as a freshman, Time does fly pass swiftly don't you think? Once you blink your eyes, there you go, you're getting older or should I say, closer to death? When it comes to college life, friends are the first thing that come to my mind. Throughout these two years, I've met and befriended different people from all over Malaysia. Some I see them as my brothers or sisters, some I'd rather just avoid or forget. Yes, there has been a lot of ups and downs, something that can't be avoided even when you try to blind yourself. My friend, Halvinish, once told me, "if people surrounding you is happy, you'll be happy too", which is true, considering how much happier I am now after I switched course from Public Relations to Broadcasting. 

"Huh, Why?" you ask. 

Here's the catch, whenever I'm doing something long term, regardless of working or studying, I always have to look for happiness and positive aura first. Obviously, I couldn't find any of these in Public Relations, hence, I left. 

I noticed the students in Broadcasting are far more active and talented in one way or another. For example, a classmate of mine, Felix, is a professional beat boxer who rocked the lecture hall twice with his marvellous skills, some are gifted with beautiful vocal while some have the potential to be a great actor. It seems like I can always find something new on each individual.

I'm here to say, I've no regret at all regarding my decision on changing course, but of course I do miss my friends from Public Relations at times. I hope they can understand that I can't split myself in two and hangout with both sides :D

Just Dance!

And so... our last lecture for Music Appreciation has ended, and it ended well with high spirit! Thanks to our tutor, Ms. Phyllis, who gave us an opportunity to perform in front of our coursemates with our crappy dance move. But hey, you can't blame us for that mess, I mean, we only had a day to practise, this was the best we could do *excuse, excuse*. Furthermore, fun is the key word!

Anyway, I'd like to express my gratitude to my fellow partners who travelled all the way from home to campus just for the sake of this unnecessary performance, especially Shuet Ching, Zhi Qi and Halvinish. It was fun to practise with you guys although we spent majority of time on chatting and... sitting.

This choreography is meant for six people, but we increased up to ten with our own routine.

 Close Enough!

The Pyramid move is definitely my favourite part, and also the main reason why I chose this choreography! It was like cheer-leading in the 60's considering most of our moves were retro style. With zero casualty, I guess we nailed this move very well! The fact that we were the only group to do this group dance made me proud, it was like a slam in their face with this message "we were not as passive as you thought!"

I'll cherish this moment in my heart :)

DBC II ROCK!

100 Random Facts About Me

1. I was born in Penang but raised in Selangor.
2. I'm named after a Hong Kong actor who was once an idol to my mother, namely, Deric Wan.
3. I'm Hakka, but I don't speak Hakka.
4. Number four is my favourite number.
5. I'm a Pisces, and no, I'm not romantic at all.
6. Eat like a pig, weight like a paper.
7. I'm very sarcastic and sceptical. Don't talk to me if you can't stand offensive jokes.
8. I'm also a complainer. I can complain almost everything I see, touch and feel.
9. I used to be racist.
10. Gotta admit, I'm a spoiled brat, just a little, though.
11. I'm left handed.
12. My waist is sensitive with tickles.
13. I'll smoke when pigs fly.
14. I get bored and annoyed very easily.
15. I've entomophobia, fear of insects/bugs. 
16. I suck at whistling. 
17. For once, I earned full marks for my English exam in third grade.
18. My favourite seafood is clam.
19. "Once in a lifetime, why not?" is my favourite quote.
20. My number 1 meat of choice is beef.
21. I doubt whether I'll ever get married.
22. I hate stand-up comedians, none of their jokes get me rolling on the floor laughing.
23. I used to swear like a sailor for no particular reason.  
24. I've a relative who looks exactly like me, most people mistake us as twin brothers.
25. I'm a mad hatter. I can't live without wearing a cap/hat/snapback to outdoor.
26. I used to hate music 'till I owned a MP4 player.
27. Westlife made me fell in love with Pop music.
28. Onerepublic is my idol.
29. I'm a HUGE anti-Kpop.
30. I admire Queen Elizabeth I.
31. I like to play video games, especially the horror genre.
32. "The Sims" and "Half Life" were my first PC games.
33. I'm a board gamer as well.
34. As of now, I've more than 30 board games in my collection.
35. I hate Facebook games. They are literally too stupid to exist.
36. I hate extreme sports. I don't wanna get hurt and leave permanent scars.
37. I've never broken a bone.
38. My favourite exercise is jogging.
39. I once walked back home from school for 4 hours without stopping.
40. I can remain silent for a whole day if I want to.
41. I'm closer to my mother.
42. There was one time I argued with my mother over a TY Gear doll that she refused to buy. She bought it for me as a Christmas present during the same year.
43. I got my first cellphone in eleventh grade.
44. I send text message far more often than phone call.
45. Mainly because I've trouble hearing people on phone.
46. I tend to forget my cellphone number.
47. I hate touch screen. It makes my fingers feel lonely.
48. I stink at mathematics, but magically an expert when someone owes me money.
49. As a child, pink was my favourite colour.
50. For now, my favourite colours are black, blue and violet.
51. Despite my parents' Catholic heritage, I always think religion is erm...
52. Judging by my English name and religion, numerous people see me as "banana", a slang for those Chinese who can't speak Mandarin.
53. Mandarin is my first language. Followed by English and Malay.
54. I dropped out of Chinese class in ninth grade.
55. Somehow, most people find my name hard to spell and pronounce.
56. Aside from teachers, nobody calls me by my Chinese name.
57. I love cheese, chocolate, milk and strawberry.
58. I like Japanese food. 
59. I used to consider getting my hair dyed in frequent fashion.
60. I've been known to hold grudges.
61. I've a thing for fictional female villains, only the cunning ones though.
62. Huge fan of Uniqlo brand.
63. I rarely take cold shower.
64. I had no idea how to use the internet 'till I turned thirteen. 
65. I cherish every small gift and greeting card from my friends inside a special box.
66. 60's is my favourite decade, I love the fashion and film.
67. I talk to myself before sleep. Take that as charisma practice. 
68. Not gonna lie, I don't know what my blood type is.
69. I used to adore the Gothic subculture, but now, neutral.
70. I earn money from my YouTube channel.
71. I used to built a Lego house for my hamster.
72. My first pet was a rabbit.
73. I rarely get sick, but when I do, I recover pretty fast.
74. The last time I puke was in kindergarten. 
75. I love Mickey Mouse! 
76. I hate driving.
77. Interested in script writing.
78. Don't really care about my reputation.
79. When I was younger, I used to eat my meal and read comic book simultaneously.
80. I think I ruined my vision from that habit.
81. I started to wear spectacle in sixth grade. 
82. I unintentionally broke my spectacle twice by sitting on it.
83. I'm very confident with my typing skills. 
84. However, I've trouble at typing numbers.
85. I love "The Amazing Race", "Survivor" and "Wipeout" for reality TV game shows.
86. Enjoying my current college life very much!
87. I hate formal attire, but love presentation.
88. I don't believe in ghost.
89. My favourite anime is "Chibi Maruko Chan". I can totally relate to the main character.
90. "Marley and Me" was the first movie that ever made me cry.
91. I almost lost my fingers when playing firecrackers as a child.
92. I participated in an English story telling competition in third grade, but I backed up due to stage fright.
93. But I've overcome the fear by joining the Choir and Choral Speaking teams in high school.
94. I love the circus.
95. For some reason, I love to take photos in a cemetery.
96. My brother taught me how to use chopsticks correctly. 
97. I don't need any permission from my parents to hang out with friends or when to go home.
98. I've never seen snow in real life.
99. I'm currently reading a novel entitled "Man and Boy".
100. Believe it or not, it took me almost a week to complete this list.