Let's be honest. I am not a huge fan of local music. When my friend Brainer (whom I know since Primary 1) rang me the other night (16th February, Monday) and invited me to go and catch his band (Alternative Press) performing in this local programme called "Live 'n' Loaded".



I wasn't too sure about it at first as I was thinking about it - To go or not to go. Besides, my friend Ratna told me about the shoot or something for her project or was it Hafiz? Anyway, I decided to give it a go after Hafiz said there's a change of plans.



I wasn't that sure at first but alright, being an optimist, I just kind of tell myself - Hey, let's see what's in store and also, just to be able to get out of the house at night. Oops. Well? You can't blame me ok? My mother doesn't like me to go out at night so I guess that was somehow an opportunity?



Oh well... Either way you look at it (but alright, I'm ok with it, just that maybe once a while would be good to hang out at night). Hmm? I guess my mother is just worried for my safety. She did mention that a few times and yeah, I guess that's the reason why.



Anyway, it was tough asking my friends out! I mean it's a last minute thing, so ok... I'll try and understand. Furthermore, it was an unexpected one.



First on my mind was Fiqah. I texted her, asking if she could tag with me but darn, she can't and also she has to work the following day. Then I asked Naqiah. Boohoo. She had something on. To summarise it, I asked a few others but they can't, and they are: Ashik (studying!), Xiaoqiang (work!), Junxiang (piano!). Finally, I remembered someone - RATNA!



Lucky number, eh? She's the 6th person that I asked. Wait, don't get me wrong. Probably she's not online that's why I asked some others.



Hurray to 6! Lucky number, eh? (My favourite number) She agreed to go. I was really happy when she said ok. So I met her the next day at Bishan.



So on TUESDAY (17th February), I went to Brainer's place first to collect the tickets and the banner (Temasek Polytechic banner) before meeting Ratna. Met up with Ratna at Bishan then we went to 7-11 first to grab some bite.



After which, we took a bus and alighted at Thomson Road, then walked to Mediacorp. Boy, it was somehow memorable yet at the same time it's kind of silly and funny. How embarrassing I tell you! HAHA. Ratna and I walked in to Mediacorp but as we were about to reach, we decided to flag a cab.



Guess what? Taxi driver: "So, where are you going? Not Mediacorp right?"

Diane (Myself): "Err... Actually going to Mediacorp." and then the taxi driver was surprised and kind of laughed it off before saying "Huh? Going? You should walk, it's just further up only. If you continued walking you will reach."



Hearing that, I looked at Ratna and she looked at me but I was on the phone while the thing was going on. Probably the "pressure" to flag the taxi was there because Brainer called me on my mobile.



So after the U-turn, it was heading to Mediacorp and oh boy, I spotted Brainer walking downhill (we were going uphill). Can you believe it wasn't that far away yet such thing happened and I was like laughing about it. I was like "Oh my god, how silly was that?"



Anyway, it cost us $4! Grr... Money burnt! Meaning to say, Ratna and I forked out $2 each for such short distance! It was my first time there and there were many people. When Brainer was going to introduce his friends to us, this thought was in my mind "Oh god, his friend must be making a lot of noise. Oh shit, oh shit. Surely they'll say WHERE IS YOUR FRIEND?? YOUR FRIEND'S LATE!"



That was what I really had in mind at the moment but I was surprised when he introduced his friends. It wasn't what I thought and my worries were eased. Magdeline and Clara.



Then again, as you know first time meeting someone is usually kind of awkward as you don't really know the person especially if it's your friend's friend. However, that wasn't the case. I can tell you that Clara's really friendly and outgoing. Magdeline seems quiet but friendly too.



Well? I don't know what to say actually. It's a feeling that I can't describe using words. I guess I won't be able to find a proper word to use at the moment to describe how I felt.



It's a great feeling and all. I guess I was really excited that day. Ratna's all so cool. Kind of makes me a little envious. Erm, in a good way. *grins*



Probably it's my first time to go to such events. To those who has been to numerous events would definitely be cool I suppose? Then again, there's always the "first" right?



Well? To be fair, let me just say that there were some impressive performance and that, we can't just write off local music simply like that. So, credits to them! Like what they say "SUPPORT LOCAL", that is what "Live 'n' Loaded" is about.



I just can't describe the feeling of it. I definitely enjoyed myself and probably Ratna was somehow like giving me the urge and energy to 'party'. I just kind of let myself loose this time and not think of what others might think. Hey, we all need that once a while.



I'm aware that some people were just like hanging out that kind but not really into it and some were like looking at me and Ratna. Hmm? Heck it! We're humans, come on... If it's something that somehow made us enjoy, why not?



Clara seems to be a huge fan of Utt. Hmm? Utt has that boyish looks. He's not bad looking I would say. I enjoyed Mark Bonafide performance. I think it was cool. His songs were kind of catchy that kind. It simply makes you want to dance that kind. Hmm? Perhaps some may not like but I definitely liked it, and oh... 53A were kind of impressive too.



It ended about close to 10pm. Guess who I met after that? I met my Primary School friend Faezah. It's been quite a while since we last met each other, was surprised actually.



While on the way home (went off with Ratna, Brainer, Clara, Magdeline, Husnah and her brother and also, Brainer's friends [2 of them]), I received a text message from Naqiah asking me how was it and stuff like that. WELL? Since she's the first to ask and all, she was lucky I guess? As she'll be my guest to go with me next month on the 17th of March and that would be like Episode 8 of Live 'n' Loaded.



However, now I'm not sure if she would be able to go or not as her parents might not approve her of such events, I suppose?



Took the train home with Brainer, Clara, Magdeline, Husnah and her brother (they all alighted at Simei, except for Brainer). Yawns! By the time I reached home, it was close to midnight. To be exact, 11.50pm. Was a little tired but you know, this Machine Girl (or perhaps zombie?) just can't seem to sleep early. I slept at 10AM!


[*Husnah brother is Clara and Magdeline's friend]


Gosh, such bad habits since last two weeks. Oh, except for the night before Graduation Ceremony but I didn't sleep that early too. I really need to learn to sleep early.



I guess it has been a good week for me so far and I'm glad.



I was 'famous' on Thursday as there were a few friends asking me out on that day. Hmm? I really wonder, why that day? HAHA. Then again, I wasn't free as I already agreed to go out with my mother. So, I'm sorry my friends! (3 of them asked me out that day)



I also had some friends asking me out on Saturday but I wasn't too sure at that time. Ended up, I slept till about 4pm or 5pm? Gosh. Yes, you must be like "Oh dear, what are you? A pig??" Sorry, I can't help it as I slept in the morning at about 8AM?



Chelsea won 1 - 0 against Aston Villa and I'm proud of my team. What a beautiful goal. Some skills from Frank Lampard before providing it for Nicolas Anelka to score. Hurray for CHELSEA! (Drogba and Anelka started that game.)



Well? What can I say? It has been a good week and I hope that continues. On the 26th of this month, it'll be my cousin's wedding. Hmm? I feel February's short. Boohoo! Why do I feel that way? Is it because there's only 28 days or what? Hmm... I really wonder.



I remember last year it was a leap year and so on the 29th of February, Fiqah, Naqiah and I went to take a neoprint. Ahhhh... Time flies very fast. Those memories. Gosh. Wonder what lies ahead.



Actually, to think of what might happen in the future seems scary. I guess it's better to take it one at a time and enjoy life. Not forgetting cherishing everything you have and not taking it for granted. Whatever mistakes we make in the past, let us take it as a learning experience and not repeat the same mistakes.



Life is beautiful? Hmm... I think it's more like - Life is like a mystery. Why is that so? Well, it's like it's for you to be the explorer/detective to find the missing pieces of the jigsaw puzzle and put them together to solve the mystery.



Before I go, here are some pictures (don't have the other pictures but may ask from Clara if she's online).






From left to right: Brainer's cousin and his friend, Ratna, Magdeline, Clara and I


(Fat? I'm not. Not in denial but that's fact for those who personally know me (or simply look at my other pictures). It's nice to look toned. I should do some work out to tone soon! ...But for now, I have not started. I don't like to look skinny but that doesn't mean I like being fat! I'm a petite girl as I'm not that tall.


The reason why I mentioned is that I can't stand some people who keeps saying at 1.56 - 1.57m, weighing 48.7kg is FAT because I'm in the healthy range [for height and weight], not even close to overweight. My BMI - about 20. Why like looking so skinny? I feel looking lean is way to go!



You know, there was this funny experience before meeting Brainer's cousin and his friend. I've never met the two of them before and I was holding the tickets, so I was expecting two of them. Then again, if you have never met somebody before, you would definitely be like looking around and wonder who would that be.


What happened was kind of funny and silly actually. (I shall not elaborate!) In the end somehow managed to find the right person. Coolio~









Tickets~ 17th February and 17th March.



Alright, I guess I better be going. (:

Will update when I have the time.



Peace out~




"...Because when I arrive I bring the fire, make you come alive I can take you higher... What this is, forgot? I must now remind you... Let it rock, let it rock... Let it rock", I am somehow addicted to that song.
"Let It Rock" - Kevin Rudolf featuring Lil' Wayne.