2005年8月23日

Rachelism

Bought Rachel Kar's new album the other day. I've been waiting for her album for quite a while. First time I listened to her was a live performance of her in Times Square. She's got quite a nice voice. And seeing her working so hard in her performance, I decide to buy her album. And actually, I can't remember when is the last time I buy an local album. Ha!

She wrote her own songs. I am quite picky on lyrics. Hers is not perfect. But comparing with the other famous artists, she is doing alright.

To my surprise, the album is a mix of Cantonese and Mandarin songs. It's nice to have the whole album at a similar tone. But one problem though is that the melody is quite commercial. Therefore, it's difficult to distinguish which is which.

Anyway, nice to see that there are still young artist working so hard in the industry.

2005年8月11日

Nice to Have PSP

My wife has recently got a PSP. I don't know how good it is until now. Sometimes I really have to work late. In the past, she could only sit somewhere listening to her iPod. Now she has her PSP. No more whining about waiting.

And for me, I have Treo to blog anywhere. I am a happy man.

Charles Schultz Philosophy

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read the e-mail straight through, and you'll get the point.

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America.

4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winner for best actor and actress.

6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.



How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care.

"Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. It's already tomorrow in Australia." (Charles Schultz)