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Eww, I'm not like you!

2010-08-29T02:33:00.007+08:00

I think somewhere somehow, there is irony.

You say I'm over-sensitive.

Then proceed on to presume that you were like me.

And that I was like you. In the past.

And that you, right now, you're better. 'Cause you've learnt. And you've grown.

Which really is just a less direct way of saying, you're better than me.

And you feel this urge to tell me what methods you've used, such that you became better.

Such that I can overcome my overly over-sensitivity.

I keep quiet.

You rattle on with such pride in yourself; you want to save me.

This is more about what you want to say,

less about what I want to hear,

So you search for the term to justify your noble actions.

You couldn't. But I can tell you, you were searching for, "tough love".

So here, you've found it. Here's some "tough love" for you.

I'm not over-sensitive. I'm just more sensitive. More sensitive than you ~~were today~~.

I is Delusional. I is want to sue Ayumi.

2010-08-08T23:26:00.002+08:00

Ayumi is coming out with a new single.

Out on September 29th.

Titled...

"L".

*looks at right column*

Ayumi. Why? Why you wanna plagiarize me? I already had a lyric single titled "L". That I released, well, LAST YEAR. I like how you inspire me, and how I can inspire you in return too.

But Don't. Don't steal my ingeniously creative and ambiguous titles.

I'm keeping my eye on you Ayumi. If you steal my lyrical content too I SWEAR I WILL SUE!

Thought you saw me wink, no?

2010-07-24T01:54:00.006+08:00

I realize I like all the songs of this type, that follows a formula.

The Umbrella bass.

The emo but not rock-emo singing.

Halo, or Happy; less belting, male-version.

And I'm such a sucker for this type of songs.

July: The Return of the Killer J-pop Tomatoes

2010-07-01T09:48:00.003+08:00

Week One 07/07: Koda Kumi: Gossip Candy

Week Two 14/07: Ayumi Hamasaki: MOON/blossom

Week Three 21/07: BoA: Woo Weekend

Week Four 28/07: Namie Amuro: Break It/Get Myself Back

Hmm. All my favourite J-pop girls are under Avex-trax or its subsidiaries. Is July the month they need to give some half fy report to shareholders or something? Nonetheless, hope the competition is not great, and they will all score #1 for their respective week, and that they don't kill each other and deny the subsequent one the #1.

Cheers to return of J-pop!

World Cup Random #02

2010-06-25T09:48:00.002+08:00

Dear Hasebe,

I think you screwed up there, giving Denmark the penalty kick. But you know, you still won in the end, so maybe it's okie.

More importantly, at some points, during match, I thought you look like Donnie Yen.

Just saying.

With all my pokemon,

Kenny.

P.S. I thought you needed an Audi to win. But a Honda is more than good enough.

When In Doubt, Drink.

2010-06-21T08:52:00.012+08:00

I've managed to find more useless things to do to delay sending out my resume. I don't know why. I'm such a horrible boy.

But I'll let you in on one of the silly things I've been up to. This is the lowest of low of lowest ridiculous things to do waste your time. Pokemon... Pokemon Crystal ver. to be exact

*waiting for your WTF face*

HAH. And I don't even have a gameboy advanced. I play this pixelated game on emulator on zee com. And I told Kaiquan the other day, and he was sharing on this opinions of group forming, and I was enlightened in some sense. Up 'til now I really see Pokemon gaming, like going through the motion. Some element types are stronger than others, and weaker than others; so if you have a wide range in your team, you should be fine. So Kaiquan shared some tips on his grouping and it sparked in me the desire to actually strategize in Pokemon. So I started reading up, and was quite amazed by the amount of information people put up online on how to form groups for competitive linked battles between players. 'Cause you know, you don't need this kinda effort the game itself, the gameboy AI is only THAT high, and the psychological manipulation factor is never part of the AI. But it's really amazing, this Pokemon training. And so Kaiquan opened the door, but it is I, of the witless and ill-discipline who blazed into the room of pokemon faqs and non-resume-sending desolate.

So the rest of this entry will be about my fabulous Pokemon Crystal Hall of Fame Team and you know my inner strategist's strategic strategerific strategies (for computer play la, nothing high-level)! Still, it's gonna be lots of random pokemon technical terms and such. You may close this window now. Keke.

Why, hello there! If you're still here to listen to me gush about pokemon, well...

My Pokemon Team can handle most foes on their own but I think they work best as a team. By the time I read up on training and fighting strategy, I was already mid-way in the game, so I switched around with what I had, and I still wanted to raise a team of cute but powerful pokemon.

So first up, leader of the pack, DARKLY! Dark Cola is an Umbreon, which is 1 of the 7 evolved type (or eeveelutions) of the base pokemon Eevee. (And my favourite one at this point, sho cutttte!).This pokemon stats are high in defense but low in attack. So Darkly is my lead-in set-up for long battles. "Toxic" poisons foes, and it's effects increase exponentially, with every turn the affected is in the battlefield. So I follow up with "Mean Look" because it traps the opponent in the battlefield as long as Darkly stays in as well. So while the opponent life gets chipped away by poison, with its damage increasing manifold per turn, Darkly's life increases per turn with the equipped item "Leftovers". He can also recover more life with the superior "Moonlight". Once this is set up, I'll use "Baton Pass" so that Darkly can switch out of the field but "Mean Look" is still in effect, so the opponent will still suffer from the worsening poison.

With the opponent weakened, and having to waste turns healing the toxic, I'll send out my respective attack-pokemon that can exploit the weakness of the current opponent pokemon (that cannot be switched out due to Darkly's "Mean Look").

First of my attackers is Baileys. Now, I know many people think that the starter pokemon for the games are usually quite weak, and worse so the grass-type ones but those are my favourite. In the 1st generation pokemon games, I chose Bulbasaur, and in this 2nd gen I chose Chikorita as my starter (whose 2nd stage evolution is called, Bayleef, thus Baileys). And call me sentimental, but I like the idea of keeping my starter pokemon and have it follow me all the way 'til the end of the game.

Baileys himself (yes, my Baileys is a boy) is already resistant to water-, electric-, grass- and ground- moves, of which those pokemon are susceptible to his "Razor Leaf" attack. To get rid of some of the Baileys-bane, such as fire- and poison- pokemon, who can exploit Baileys' weakness, I gave him a powerful ground-type attack, "Earthquake". Against the rest, Baileys has "Light Screen" to reduce special attack damage, and "Synthesis" to recover majority of his life. Baileys, however, still finds it difficult to get rid of bug-, flying- and other grass- pokemon but this will be remedied by his other team mates.

To the rescue is, Blavod, black and burning. Blavod is a Houndoom pokemon, of fire- and dark- type. It has "Sunny Day" which increases the effects of fire- attacks for 5 turns (for "Flamethrower") and reduces the attack power of water- moves (which Blavod is weak against). "Solarbeam", with "Sunny Day" in effect, can also be activated without waiting time and is effective against water- pokemon. And he doesn't need to be worried if other pokemon can use the powerful "Solarbeam" against him because it is normally found in grass- pokemon, which is weak to his fire- attacks in the first place. Since Darkly has been stripped of his higher attacking moves, Blavod has dark-type move "Crunch" to get rid of psychic- pokemon. So Blavod covers the other spectrum of pokemon which Baileys isn't the most effective against.

Moreover, if Blavod pwns his victims in less than 5 turns, "Sunny Day" is still in play. Darkly's "Moonlight" and Baileys' "Synthesis" can recover their HP to full under this condition, so if they are hurt, Blavod can switch out, and the rest can heal. The first 3 of the Dream/Drink Team can fully exploit "Sunny Day" to da max! But they still hold some weakness against, fighting- and fire-type pokemon

So Pink Lady, has both "Surf" and "Psychic" to finish off fire- and fighting- type pokemon. I have to admit at first I didn't know if I wanted to have a Slowbro pokemon on my team, cause it may be pink but it's more "tut tut" than "cute". But Slowbro, mine incidentally female, is so campy, I managed to use that to overcome any cognitive dissonance. And what a great addition Pink Lady, a.k.a Polka, has been to the team. I also gave her "Ice Punch" for an added boost to the types she can defeat, and "Amnesia" to improve her defense. She is equipped with Quick Claw that increases the potential for her to attack first (since Slowbro, are well, slow).

But "Ice Punch" is less effective than "Ice Beam" which my Nightcap can learn and is powered-up by the equipped "Nevermeltice", making him (my Lapras is male) the effective dragon- type killer. But my Nightcap is also used for special purposes in the game. For foes too powerful, Nightcap has "Perish Song" which instantly kills both him and the opponent pokemon [all pokemon who hear the song] within 3 turns if they are not taken out of the battlefield. Here, Nightcap can use "Whirlpool" that traps the opponent for 2-5 turns, while I switch him out. But "Whirlpool" can sometimes miss, causing the opponent to bench his pokemon and cancelling out "Perish Song". So if it's a kill I need badly, when I switch out Nightcap, I call back Darkly, who can "Mean Look" the opponent to make sure he stays in the battlefield and "Perish Song" KOs him after the 3 turns. Cheap, yes. But it works.

Nightcap also has the sleep inducing "Sing", while low(er) in accuracy, completes the theme of him as my Singing Lapras, I use Nightcap to sleep foes, such as the legendary pokemon, so I can capture them easier.

Milkshake, I choose you! as my team cleric/tank!! Milkshake is a cow, and sometimes, you might think it looks vulgar, but other times it's hella cute! Keke. Apart from her high HP and defense, Milkshake's normal-type moves are enhanced by the Pink bow she's wearing. And because Milkshake can use "Attract" which immobilizes the foe, giving the opponent only a 50% chance of attacking Milkshake each turn (if he is of the opposite sex [heternormativity much?]) if she stays in the field. With the male foes unable to attack half the time, Milkshake can heal herself with "Milk Drink", heal other party members of negative statuses with "Heal Bell" or tank and give me time to use potions on other benched pokemon. To add further insult to the invalidated opponent, her "Body Slam" is high damage move, that has a chance to paralyze the foe as well. And because "Attract" is a sure-hit move, with male foes, sometimes Milkshake won't ever be attacked while she wastes her opponent.

So yeah, Pokemon Crystal is completed.

Erm,

I don't know how these other files got here. But I also have Pokemon Platinum, meant for the Nintendo DS on my computer now...

Hmm.

World Cup Random #01

2010-06-14T04:35:00.002+08:00

Dear Torres,

Please try to look more decent this year, otherwise I'll ditch you for Podolski.

Thank you.

With all my love,

Kenny.

P.S. No HAIRbands too okie? I don't know if I'll let headbands slide either, we'll see.

Psychology

2010-06-07T04:27:00.005+08:00

I don't exactly know my own mind

How can I both love and hate you at the same time

Inner workings of my head

dictates not what my heart on its own decides

The opposite of love isn't hate?

It's not to care at all anymore

So this tension I feel, is not indifference

for I care much more than I'd admit

Can I choose the parts of you that I love

and throw away the parts that I hate

though my heart sways to you whole now anyway

So happy when I see you for what you're worth

So sad when I just can't understand

But the more I learn 'bout you,

the more I know who I am

You love what you love, no logic can explain

Count how many times I've said "fuck this, I give up now"

Yet, I still return to you, again and again

How can I put it in words

everything deep in my mind?

Feelings subconscious, I just can't describe

but I guess this song's how it'd look like, if I tried

the days with you taught me

how science can't explain our love and hate,

as just neurons in our heads...

I wanted to choose the parts of you that I love

and throw away the parts that I hate

though my heart swayed to you whole anyway

So happy when I see you for what you're worth

So sad when I just can't understand

But the more I learn 'bout you,

the more I know who I am

I'll take the parts of you that I love

and the parts of you that I hate

'cause it's you as a whole I've come to embrace

So you! Take me as I am,

is it not fate that we have met?

I hold no regrets, for having loved and hated you as I've had!

*****

I think it's counterfactual to talk about how life would have been if I didn't walk down this road. Because I did. I chose Psychology as my major and stuck with it. Even on the days when I'm screaming, "oh fuck how to do this essay?!" Even on the days when I'm wondering if it would have been better to study it overseas. Even on the days when the thoughts of just jumping over to another major floated along the horizon.

I stuck with you, and this is what we have to show after all of it.

Come convo day, we'll walk down the stage. And we'll blow the trumpets in everyone else's face, be it for love/hate.

*****

P.S. New blog layout, like it not?

Twig Attack

2010-05-13T11:46:00.006+08:00

...and dismay. Mum #2: Govt should have stood firm
I COULD not believe yesterday's report, 'No change to PSLE mother tongue weightage'. I have long admired the Government for sticking to the right decision even if it was an unpopular one.
Times have clearly changed and the Government has caved in to the demands of a parochial group in a particular community.
How many times have we tried to teach the mother tongue in different ways but inevitably ended up with the same unsatisfactory result?
The fact is, we cannot expect English and the mother tongue to be accorded equal weighting because it is unrealistic to do so.
Our environment is oriented in the English language, so how can we expect young minds to be moulded otherwise?
Why do our children have names like Megan or Bryan, and why do our national table tennis players adopt English names like Joy and Tiffany?
Those who fear a loss of culture without equal mother tongue weighting should ask themselves why their children or grandchildren are called by their English names, even when there is.
Imparting culture, like religion, is the parents' job, and should not be forced upon us by public policy.
As a mother of two kids in primary school, I have first-hand experience of pupils' struggle to learn an utterly foreign language and the consequent unnecessary stress and demands on them.
Parents like me are not demanding the elimination of the mother tongue, but merely appealing for a smaller weighting in the PSLE score to help children who excel in English, mathematics and science earn their rightful chance to qualify for a place in a better secondary school.
Long ago, the Government wised up in the weighting game for the GCE O- and A-level exams. How much longer do we have to wait for the PSLE to fall in line?

Okie. So I got this off the Straits Times Forum, May 13th, regarding the Mother Tongue Weightage thingy for PSLE.

This further supports my point that a lot of rubbish gets put into The Forum pages of Straits Times. I think the rationale is: maybe only 2 people will bother to submit a decent piece. 1 will piss off the PAP and be sent to jail. The other piece will be published. But you can't just publish ONE letter right, and then have it be framed by white space. So you might as well just publish the rest of the 90 stewpid letters u received. Like this one, from what's her face... let me check... okie. Angelina Lim Ling...

I'm gonna skirt around the more serious implications on politics, regarding the decision by the government to not lower the weightage of the chinese component in PSLE.

So that we can focus on Mdm Lim's point. Her gripes and her problems. Her generalization to establish how the normal population should also be having her problem. And what she thinks is the solution to solving all of it.

***

So yesterday, Kaiquan asked of me, "Rank your Top 5 Lady Gaga songs" and I went, "no! Don't ask me to do this! It's too hard"
Then Kaiquan was saying, "You won't put 'Telephone' right?!"
And I was like, "No, I did consider it! I was thinking number 4!"

SMACK!!!!!!!

A twig fell from a tree, onto my right cheek. And it felt like FIRE from the breath of a dragon (or digimon) just SNAPPED across my face. It hurt SOOOO much!!!

And Kaiquan was like, "see la! you wanna rank 'Telephone'"

So I went into humour to compensate for the mother-f'ing pain that I still felt, "WHAT IS THIS! WHY ARE THERE TREES ON THE STREETS?! You know how dangerous it is or not! What about all those civilized countries, like in Europe! Do THEY have trees in the middle of the streets?! I think for the sake of our country's safety we should just remove ALLLLL trees from the street! Because god knows when another twig attack will happen!!!!"

And Kaiquan and I were laughing, cause it's obvious where the gibe is aimed at.

Yeah, Mdm Ling. I don't think ppl should remove a WHOLE COUNTRY OF TREES just because a twig attacked your face. Because Tress have functions. Like Chinese has a function, not to kill you, but to communicate, signify culture etc.

So. Mdm Ling,

DEAL. WITH. IT.

I did.

Be Kind Girl

2010-05-11T14:02:00.001+08:00

There's a boy

Then there's a girl

This story could be so typical

But it's Kenny you're talking 'bout

so nothing like this' ever quite that simple

There's a boy

Then there's a man

An image I hope the mirror reflects

but all I see in the wee of 6 a.m.

are eye-bagged fears staring back at me point blank

And I'm just a boy

trying to act like a man

but don't I fall flat on my attempts?

Oh I'm just a boy

living in my head

is the light at reality's tunnel end within ken?

So girl, won't you be kind enough to hold my hand

And walk with me some of the way

So girl, won't you be kind enough to hold my hand

I'll be the man for you some day

So be kind girl, 'cause you're my kinda girl

Oh please be kind girl, 'cause you're my kinda girl

But the kinda girl I like, is seldom very kind to me in fact

Talking to You is fun because.

2010-04-18T19:16:00.002+08:00

K1: ahyah, you, the teacher (to be)
K1: eggciting
K1: (until the time u dont find it exciting i guess)

K2: it's a heavy yolk to bear.

K1: *long random stuff*

K2: (haha you didn't comment on my pun)

K1: dont hit me
K1: I think i missed it

K2: yolk!
K2: (you know, eggciting, heavy yolk. like, rather than yoke)

K1: (OH, hahaha, paiseh! i missed it)

The Retrosexual

2010-04-08T04:21:00.001+08:00

I have mixed feelings about this although I'm a follower of his blog Art of Manliness.

But generally, I have an affinity for his point of view.

Puke Inducing Things

2010-03-10T03:01:00.009+08:00

Cognition

1. ~~Presentation 1 on Attention~~

2. ~~Presentation 2 on Consciousness~~

3. ~~Term Paper~~

Counselling

4. ~~Presentation 1 on Effects~~

5. ~~Presentation 2 on Reality Therapy (not Retail therapy, unfortunately)~~

6. ~~Term Paper~~

Correctional

7. ~~Term Paper~~

Film/Cultural Text

8. ~~Paper 2 on Macro-approach on reading films~~

English

9. ~~Group Project~~

10,11,12,13,14 (!!) 5 Final Exams.

Bow Unite

2010-03-01T00:30:00.005+08:00

Here's a shout-out to Kit, 'cause I also want a giant whimsical bow for myself.

Eh I realize I featured you on this blog before Ryan Bertroche, where... oh here! When I randomly had to mention Mickey Mouse. Hurhur. Okay, I will keep a lookout for you too.

Love/Hate

2010-02-26T03:45:00.002+08:00

I feel like I've already given up. I don't know why my last semester has to be so miserable. But I think it's just because of recency effect because, well, all my semesters in NUS have actually been quite miserable. Seriously, which semester had I not gone, "I. want. to. kill. my. self." and instead be all "YES! I belong to the Dean's list - scratch that - the Dean's bedroom!"

I give myself a lot of excuses hor.

To buffer myself so I don't feel bad when I don't get good grades.

"Oh, it's because I didn't care ma. It's because I didn't study."

Defense mechanism.

See la, don't wanna study psychology still keep coming back to it. Boo.

momentum

2010-02-24T00:22:00.005+08:00

We're all feeling miserable.

And misery loves company.

And we're all having different problems but we are in that same corner in the spectrum of human emotions.

I don't think we meant to be so dramatic. I don't think we meant to lose perspective. We are aware okie. We are aware that there are people out there with worse troubles, on any objective or subjective level. But we feel what we feel. And you know what, this feeling sucks. It sucks so much, I really wanna hold you and shake you up and tell you how fucking miserable this feels. And then later cry in your company. Yeah, because it's that bad.

If it's true that you want to do that too, go ahead. Because I'm your friend. And we will slowly feel better. Because we're active people. Because we are trying so hard to live through this horrible part of life for better days.

And hopefully it's also because we have each other.

Not the last race which you will face
Nor the last lap where you will fall
But also not the last race that I'll run with you
Together, all finishing lines, we'll cross

- momentum

Diversions

2010-02-13T01:50:00.004+08:00

The other day there was a segment on 完全娱乐 up-and-coming young male actors, including 阮经天, whom I sorta like, on occasion. So there were clips of his various dramas and some movie of his where he plays a gangster. The gangster show looked interesting, felt like catching it, didn't know where to download. Turns out the film, 艋舺 Monga, was only just released in Taiwan last week, and is set to break records for Taiwan films, set by its previous big hit, Cape No. 7 (which I liked btw.)

So yeah, I don't know if it's coming to Singapore or not. But when it comes to Chinese films, the dvd gets released about one month after they come out in local cinemas. So I guess I'll wait for it to be available for download. Although, the film trailer looks quite epic leh. Might be nice to watch on a big screen.

***

I wanted to write an emo post. But I guess I won't. Don't wanna talk to you about me already.

***

So my sister is starting to pay attention to Monga too. And she was watching 'em on Kang Xi. So I watched. And wah, I love the kiss. Nothing like exploitative kissing by 2 presumably straight goodlooking men for a publicity stunt yo. Na, made screenshots for you.

You can watch the full episode @ Sugoideas. Xiao S has got some LOL moments in this epi. Monga movie trailer at the end of the episode. If you have news on its status in local cinemas, please let me know too. =)

Today I was selfish, and that was ugly.

2010-01-21T04:07:00.003+08:00

Today, I decided that I should be allowed to bitch. And I did.

And then afterwards, I felt like shit.

The aftermath of bitching is not pretty. For me, it's because it can 1) sour relationships, 2) make me feel small and petty, and 3) is definitely against my own core value of Graciousness, which I stipulated for myself not to bitch.

The way I justified for myself was, I think people have been taking me for granted. There also seemed to be pressure that I should behave a certain way for them, for their benefit; I shouldn't behave a certain way to them, because it wouldn't benefit them.

And you know what, Kenny, it's super passive aggressive to bitch about irrelevant things when it's the feeling of being taken for granted (regardless true or not) that is bugging you. And hopefully, Kenny, after you've blogged about it, you can be proactive on solving the tension. 'Cause it's also super passive aggressive to blog about it, to indirectly comment on a certain issue, and leave it as that.

That's cowardice.

That's ugly.

Passive aggressiveness is just terribly lame.

Please, Kenny.

NEVER

AGAIN.

For Yishu, partly. For Myself, mostly.

2010-01-16T16:48:00.019+08:00

I was supposed to try my hand at some happifying entries, for Yishu. I think my posts of late, if any, have been quite fluffy leh. Maybe she wants really happy smiley no-need-to-think-too-much ones? But I think I'm gonna dua her. This will be a super long-winded and emo entry, dedicated especially to her. Haha!

Kidding. It's just that I've not been very inspired to write lately. Wanted to shift blog address (yet again) but I decided to stick with this one. Just changed the layout featuring a new lyric I wrote, "Let Me Be Heard". I wanted this blog to be more contemplative. And perhaps have more weight? Not emo, mind you. Just... more introspective and reflexive writing. So as Rachel Berry introduces, "ladies and gentlemen. New Directions!"

I've started a tumblr but I haven't been updating. But I guess I'm gonna dump all the random less structured stuff into it and redirect you to This Boy Is JUICY: EXPERIMENT, my tumblr featuring a layout inspired by another new lyric "EXPERIMENT". I'll start updating it soon, so bookmark that!

***

2010 is a new year. But I'm still holding onto loose ends of 2009.

You know, I'm thinking about a career in counselling. I don't know. Recently, there have been many incidents involving friends, and generally people around me who need counsel, who need advice, but I have been ill-equipped, so all I do is listen. For the fact that they even find me to talk about their things, I'm already grateful, even if I may be only a last resort. But clearly, NUS psych dept has not trained me into someone whom is professionally recognized. I'm gonna attend the Counselling Psychology Career talk on Monday. Hopefully it would help me get my bearings and know how to proceed from here. Not that I'm seeking accreditation (solely) but I wish to learn to be a better counselor. What I do in my capacity as a friend does not, in Yoda's terms, a counselor, make me. So we'll see after Monday's talk.

Meanwhile, I hope my friends are doing well...

"[F]or advice is a dangerous gift, even from the wise to the wise, and all courses may run ill. But what would you? You have not told me all concerning yourself; and how then should I choose better than you? But if you demand advice, I will for friendship's sake give it."

- Gildor Inglorion

The Move

2010-01-05T03:25:00.002+08:00

I might change blog add... I'm not sure.

I wanna fly away.

Important Things

2009-12-23T01:26:00.006+08:00

Okie let's try this.

1. Integrity

This is a big word which can be baseless if not defined and thus empty.

But for me, right now, it means

a. being consistent with my own values and principles.

b. (though not exactly synonymous) being honest and not hypocritical.

c. and by extension, my values and principles should not change simply according to my whim or fancy.

2. Family

The most important people in my life.

a. be supportive of them because they have been supportive of me.

b. be thankful and appreciative that they are here, and give me what I need to be who I am, and that I do not have the family troubles that others may have, and that others may not have the blessings that my family gives to me.

c. meaning do not take them for granted.

3. Graciousness

Okie, this one is gonna be broad(er).

a. be kind and understanding. Give others the benefit of the doubt and let them have their way (if it does not infringe on my own principles or hurt anyone I love).

b. have empathy.

c. including a different but relevant subpoint here: be mindful of what I say, and keep silent if nothing constructive to add. Meaning, don't bitch. Best if don't habour ill thoughts about others also.

4. Discipline

This one I need to work on. A lot.

a. stay neat.

b. be religious about any study plans or skincare/exercise regimes implemented.

c. please, don't procrastinate.

5. Friends

Another important group of people.

a. have loyalty. I'm fine with blind loyalty sometimes (cross-ref with: integrity not necessarily honesty/truth)

b. define friends. Don't spend time on people whom do not care for me as I do them. (not all facebook friends are friends).

c. accept them as they are. not tolerate. So that they may also learn to accept me as I am.

Definitely different from previous times...

2009-12-22T02:06:00.002+08:00

ENFJ - "Persuader". Outstanding leader of groups. Can be aggressive at helping others to be the best that they can be. 2.5% of total population.

TRUE SIMS

2009-12-06T18:59:00.008+08:00

My tumblr's not active yet, but let me tell you briefly what I've been doing post exams. HURHUR.

The stories of True Sims.

And because my girls are probably all liberal feminists, so at times when they wanna engage in more than just girl bonding, guys can also be useful for some things. So introducing the boys too...

Coming Soon.

Model Attitude 02: Past < Future

2009-11-27T01:12:00.005+08:00

MODEL ATTITUDE 02

Things that happened in the past, belong to the past. Look toward the future and be better than you are, right now.

if Namie Amuro can tear up her past, so can you!

I screwed up the exams I took

2009-11-27T00:27:00.006+08:00

Exams haven't been going as expected. 'Cause, you know, it'd be nice if everything was an A but I don't see an A yet. Le sigh. It's not like I didn't study but I didn't study smart enough, or maybe early enough. And as I've tweeted, this whole General Adaptive Syndrome, of chronic stress response really has 4 stages instead of 3: Alert, Resistance, Exhaustion... and then DEATH. I really don't know how long I can last. 'Cause I have 2 more papers which I'm only just beginning to study for right now.

But I know it'd be all very very very nice once exams end. 'Cause then I won't care and I'd be happy. And there's so much to look forward to once exams end!!!

Dec 2: Birthdays of beautiful people, Lucy Liu, Britney Spears, Kit

Dec 9: BoA's new single まもりたい ~White Wishes~

Dec 16: Namie's new album Past < Future

Dec 29: Ayumi's new single You were... / BALLAD

And so many more Room Projects and iMac money-saving schemes to make my room prettaye!

Looking forward!!

Model Attitude 01: It's not about the looks

2009-11-06T16:45:00.007+08:00

MODEL ATTITUDE 01

A model attitude is not about how you look. It's about how you feel.

"I feel great, and that's how I'll look."

except... no crazy flesh-coloured berms kae.

I'm walking on sunshine / Halo

2009-11-05T13:10:00.004+08:00

So yesterday, I had a productive, quiet, fun, foodful day. I don't know how all those adjectives got mashed up together but they do describe yesterday.

Most of the earlier part of the day, I was out with Guangyi on campus. So we were studying. And I managed to finish studying my text for next Monday's quiz, and photocopy all my supplementary readings, which I shall have to go through later. And I also started on reading the notes for the JS tutorial I'm supposed to facilitate for Monday. I had wan tan mian @ Crystal Jade at 830pm thereabouts. Then, I had 10 nuggests @ Macs at 1030pm. So it was fun! I ate a lot, talked a lot, studied a bit (at least covering all that I intended to cover), and I guess I just haven't spent much time with Guangyi. 'Cause, I don't know, I realize we don't study together, we just rehearse together most of the time. So just chillin' and studyin' was great.

I went home and had rice, eggs, cheeken, and vege for supper at about 1230am. While I was chatting with Nathan and Howe. Which distracted me from arranging my notes. HURHUR. I used to think I'm super good at multi-tasking-chatting but I'm really not. And I don't have that many ppl to chat with online anyway, so 2 people is quite overwhelming. But 2 ppl who were ACTUALLY talking la. The rest of you were giving me too many fu-yan answers, u all are very easy to da fa away. Then I slept at 330am, which is not good, 'cause I had an early lecture this morning. I would have stayed actually, 'cause Howe was supposed to divulge a great secret!! But I wasn't his main conversation partner anyway. So.

Then this morning, Trauma psych lecturer was lenient so she gave exam hints. Comp med and health also gave hints, in the shortest lecture ever: "this is impt, this is impt, this is VERY IMPT". So now I'm glad I went for lectures.

YOU KNOW. I'm recounting my days with such a lack of passion. But actually I'm REALLY happy and thankful! And I think I'm taking a positive perspective on everything that is happening. So my lecture ended early, and now I'ma just chilling here at AS7 for a while, 'cause I'll probably have lunch with Shunjie, maybe crazy baby don't know. And 'cause later John needs help with Evolutionary Psychology 'cause he never goes for lectures and the quiz is on monday. And I have another lecture later which will again be a hint-hint-exam-lecture, 'cause she already said it will be. So, you know, take things in ma stride.

And you know. I wanna do another ROOM project. Model Attitude Room project. I was telling my sister how I wanna use what I already have in the house (or my room) and like rearrange stuff (yet again) 'cause I already envisioned where I wanna put my 27" iMac. HAHA! Omg. As if I have the money. And I really wanna do the ping pong lights thingy to hang somewhere in my room. At least for ambience sake. It'd be cute, no?

Ahh. Such a slow day really. Will go home early after lect and take care of zee house. Dad's ill today. =( And it's raining but I'm hyappi and not melancholic. Because I don't know. I wanna be positive.

I'm walking on sunshine, woohoo~ and don't it feel good! I can see your halo halo halo HAAAAALLOOOOOOO!

On Dressing Up

2009-10-28T22:29:00.002+08:00

I kinda like dressing up! But I had no time to look for my costume this time round so I don't think I can celebrate Halloween this year!
But I'm always up for emulating!
And looking back, WORLD, you know it's your lost that I'm not celebrating!

Namie's Teddy Boy Look X 2009 Kenny's Birthday @ Butter Fac

Speed Racer X 2008 Halloween @ Arena

Any gay sailor (or Seungri) X 2008 Pride Rave @ San Francisco

Oh, This Blog Is JUICY...

2009-09-28T21:43:00.008+08:00

how much I missed you.

I want a friend to talk to. I want to share some of my troubles. I want to say that I'm very stressed this week, since last week.

Mummy gets worried sometimes, 'cause she thinks I internalize other people's problem, and let it affect me, and she says she doesn't like seeing me sad. Well, she said this a long time ago. Back in secondary school maybe; she thinks acting in theatre affected me, 'cause the roles I took up in school were kinda melancholic. And she thinks I internalized the psyche of my characters. And she says she sees it on my face. I don't know. I don't think I'm that method an actor.

But right now, I'm reminded of what she said. 'Cause I am sad seeing my friends being sad. And I cannot be sad for myself because, I don't know, maybe relatively, my problems are less significant. I don't know how to qualify really. And I count my blessings. And be thankful for all the things I have. And you know, we can't all breakdown at once, otherwise we'd be a pile of tears and there'd be no one to hold us even if we desperately reach out our hands. Maybe? Don't know.

Nonetheless, I do get to just write down stuff. I should be allowed that, no? Maybe not for other people to listen but just for catharsis. For myself. Here. Juicy Twisty Bloggie.

And I think when there's nobody to listen to me, I look toward my muses and my music. And maybe that's how I survive. 'Cause I farking have 100 girls to tap off from. Haha. Kiddin'. Don't read it the wrong way...

Oh Namie. HOT HOT HOT. She never fails to make me wanna run out and get some Vidal Sassoon. She's so cool, the Mensa part of my brain (if any) is saying, Russia may be the odd one out in this sequence with London and LA but whatever. It's Namie! And she never fails to make me wanna do NEW LOOK, NEW LOOK 2.0, NEXT LOOK, NEXT NEW LOOK, NEW NEXT LOOK, LATEST NEWEST NEXTEST NEW LOOK.

I don't think my method of uplifting fits everyone. I guess what I'm saying is, if you're feeling trapped, or life is screwing you over, please seek ways to help yourself alleviate it. And if you think I can help with anything. Please LET ME KNOW. I wish I was more intuitive but I'm not. I'm dense. I don't know better. I need to be told. So please tell me. I really wanna help. Just let me know...

So be it music, blogging, or talking to a friend. Please do anything you can to stay happy. Because you deserve that.

I really want an iMac... and... new clothes. And nothing else. Really. I like the London Teddy-Boy-look Namie spots in the Copy That commercial. I will try that look out once I have zee money. I already have drainpipe pants (which I realize I've never worn before! clearly, I don't buy with an aim in mind. Bad bad bad. ) But WOOT! Now let me get myself a nice swanky tie.

I really just needed to get it out of my system.

2009-08-30T22:14:00.004+08:00

I saw Shunjie complaining on his facebook about how he thinks Singapore is so slow, and didn't pick up "Nobody" by Wonder Girls fast enough... and how, I quote, he is "ahead" and "[has] a forehand in pop culture" because he is a radio deejay.

And I wanted to comment on his facebook but it'd be so antagonistic.

But I'm also suffering this tension in my heart that I JUST NEED TO SAY IT OUT

THAT THE COMMENT ITSELF THAT SINGAPOREANS ARE SLOW AND ONLY JUST GOT INTO THE HYPE OF "NOBODY" BY WONDER GIRLS

IS ALSO VERY 2000 AND LATE!!!

Tsk Tsk Tsk...

So childish, Kenny Liew.

So to up the value of this post, a gratuitous picture of some bow-tie goodnesss....

How Kenny Wants To Get His Groove Back

2009-08-26T18:27:00.004+08:00

I had no motivation to study because I've been telling myself that this a horrible semester. And because I'm not taking some ideal combination of modules, I feel like I'm compromising some vague idea of integrity (or something). Obviously those are just excuses; because not doing well in school right now would be shortchanging all the effort I've put in for previous semesters. I'm no first class material, I know that. I'm not aiming for the stars here. I'd be fine with whatever results I get as long as I know I've pussssheedd myself a little farther than I think I could reach. Now, that sounds a little closer to integrity.

And I totally need this prep talk for myself. Because I want to prepare myself for a good job. So that I can earn enough money. To buy things I want.

Because you know what I really want in my room right...

1. 24" iMac

2. LCD TV for

3. my PS3

4. and some charging dock for some super cool phone. iphone, not iphone also can. I'm not a full macvert (yet, God bless).

5. and I don't know, I guess nice clothes...

Side-note: this girl from tutorial was like, "I see you like Mickey Mouse a lot..." and I was looking at my shirt, and my folder, and what not. In my head, I went, O.M.G. "Erm, I do. Just not as much as you think I do." But no really. I like Disney motifs. Not as obsessive as you may believe. I don't think I look fantastic in them. But I wear them proudly nonetheless.

just not as cool as him la, no trippy lights following me around, but still...

Side-side-note: Yeah, now that the Top 100 Favourite Females is on hiatus (while my very hardworking design team, comprising of Kenny and Liew, churn out the editorial edition for the Top 30), you're probably gonna be hearing my random musings and looking at pictures of men for a while. This Blog Is Back in Business yo.

Top 100 | Top 30 Online Editorial Edition

2009-08-24T02:02:00.004+08:00

I guess I'm gonna end the guessing game 'cause contrary to my predictions, it was actually very very difficult for you all! Nonetheless, I'm very very dedicated to my girls: Kenny's Angels. Keke. So as a extra super califragilisticexpialidocious bonus, I will do up a magazine spread version with super pretty pictures for the Top 30! Then you can see my girls in their full glory~ Thank you for all those who played the game! This time round Benson is the winner, for his tenacious systematic analysis of the "mastermind-sudoku" game! His best score is 18 points! Congratulations Benson for being the FIRST in this year's Top 100 Favourite Females Guessing Game!

The Editorial Edition will be titled "Midnight Succubus"

Featuring (from top left clockwise):

Mika Nakashima

Ayumi Hamasaki

Kylie Minogue

Lee Hyori

BoA

Namie Amuro

Rose McGowan

Natalie Portman

Top 100 | Guessing Game Update 04 + Bonus Heart Round TWO

2009-08-23T20:36:00.000+08:00

*Update 02 in Blue*

*Update 03 in Orange*

*Update 04 in Yellow*

Aim: Guess the Top 10 list in the right order.

1. Choose 10 out of the 30 in the Candidates list.

2. Rank them.

3. Post the list in the comments section.

4. Get a score.

One character point for every correct person in the list.

One rank point for every correct person in the correct position.

5. Wait for score before reposting another answer list.

*Optional*

6. Submit an answer for the Bonus Heart Round, and earn an extra One point if correct.

Bonus Heart Round One:

11th position: Im Yoona (Kaiquan + 1 extra point)

Bonus Heart Round TWO

Pick one more candidate (after guessing the Top 10) you think is in the 12th position.

Highest Scores to Date: 11 points in total.

Kaiquan o7

1. Natalie Portman

2. Namie Amuro

3. Kim So Eun

4. Mika Nakashima

5. BoA

6. Leighton Meester

7. Anne Hathaway

8. Kwon Yuri

9. Emma Watson

10. Lee Hyori

C: 8 R: 3

Kaiquan o8

1. Namie Amuro

2. Natalie Portman

3. Anne Hathaway

4. Mika Nakashima

5. BoA

6. Emma Frost

7. Rihanna

8. Kwon Yuri

9. Leighton Meester

10. Lee Hyori

C: 8 R: 3

BIG CLUE 01: Sudoku Challenge

There is one horizontal row, which contains no one in the Top 10.

All other horizontal rows contain at least one candidate in the Top 10.

All vertical rows contain at least one candidate in the Top 10.

The Candidates List Updated!

Click for a bigger version if you can't see clearly!

And for the benefit of all those you can't identify the girls, you can ask me!!

For starters, Im Yoona, Kwon Yuri, and Tiffany are from KPOP all girl group Girls' Generation of "Gee" and "Genie" fame.

Kim So Eun is the Xiao Yu, Shan Cai's friend, from the Korean version of the Boys Over Flowers drama.

Emma Frost is from X-Men.

Megan Fox is a tranny.

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Top 100 Favourite Females: 36-40

Top 100 | 35-31 (Full Post)

2009-08-22T20:33:00.003+08:00

Been so busy with work and editing in studios, that my girls are neglected. And everyone playing the game is so lost! But more clues here to help you along. And remember to mouse over the images to check if the girl gets hidden bonus pictures. *Hint Hint* Mandy gets more than one bonus picture!

35. Hayden Panettiere (Last Year: 9)

Cheerleader Retiree

Dear Hayden,

I've noticed you like, a million years ago, since Ally McBeal. And then you voiced the female lead in me favouritest video game Kingdom Hearts. And I see, know, and remember, you from Raising Helen, Racing Stripes, and Ice Princess. Your biggest claim to fame, however, is definitely pinned to "Save The Cheerleader". That, and maybe your protest against whaling/dolphin hunting. And looking good without being stick-thin like models I'd like to feed McChickens to (I know you're vegetarian, girl). All's good but something's happening... you're starting to irk me. What is it? How Heroes didn't manage to captivate me lately? How the glint in your eyes is starting to show ego instead of charm? Oh! I know why! It's 'cause like many other actresses, you're also dabbling with singing!!! But you don't sound half as good as Leighton, or dare I even say Scarlett Johansson. Check out: how you look and sound less like the Claire Bennet I love but more like Paris Hilton (boo!) in your new single Wake Up Call.

34. Mandy Moore (Last Year: 25)

Forlorn

There's just so much exasperation when I talk about Mandy Moore because I want to love her so much, and I had, but she just REFUSES to do anything to rekindle the torch I held for her. I was there since "Candy", "So Real", "I Wanna Be With You", "In My Pocket", "Crush", "Cry" and all the way to the "Coverage" album. Fluffy pop yes, but it was still fun! Why does she want to disown that part of her life? And I rave about her in movies like Princess Diaries, A Walk To Remember and Saved!. And I watched things like Racing Stripes, Chasing Liberty, Try Seventeen/All I Want, Romance and Cigarettes and How To Deal for her. ALL FOR HER. I was so insistent on how Mandy Moore was always that beacon of light that shines even in the dullest of films. And don't forget how much I defended her, and expressed my indignation against Mena Suvari, who replaced Mandy as Aerith in the Kingdom Hearts sequel. I mean Mandy's voice acting was so so much better!!! But le sigh. Mandy's recent albums/movies just don't captivate me as much, including the most recent "Amanda Leigh". I'm still hanging on though. I wanna love again. Check out: a soothing little track I kinda like, in Amanda Leigh: "Pocket Philosopher".

33. Christina Aguilera (Last Year: 14)

Time Out

This woman, I have much respect for. I've seen her in concert and yes, powerful vocal cords you have there, Christina. And berry nice legs wor. Apart from true talent, I think she's also been very judicious and hardworking on producing good albums, relevant to her context. Which is why I've got every album up to "Back To Basics". She's also very real when it comes to giving her opinions and doing interviews... she doesn't seem like she's doing it just to get attention. While the greatest hits album was a tad lacklustre IMO, I guess it was probably to tide everyone over until her new album drops. So while this is not a Christina-year, I'm definitely anticipating her upcoming album, tentatively titled "Light and Darkness". I bet that would put Christina back in the center of the limelight again. Check out: how she embraces her past *looks at Mandy grudgingly* with her performance of Genie 2.0 at last year's VMAs.

32. Kristin Kreuk (Last Year: 23)

Face Value

It is quite apparent the girls on this list shift according to the amount of time and effort I spend on consuming their products. Kristin Kreuk's presence on this list, however, is largely due to the fact that she's still breathing. And well, looking pretty. To understand the significance of this better, you need to know that when this list first started in 2002, neither Smallville nor torrenting had reached Singapore shores. I saw one sole single picture of hers, kicked out Pamela Anderson (good move there, on my part) and added Kristin in at #99. The following year, after relentless Smallville watching, she flew up to #2 and stayed there for a while, until I stopped watching it after its 4th season. I've yet to see the later seasons. I've yet to watch Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-li. But Kristin Kreuk, she does still have some hold over me. Check out: the blast from the past, with bad grammar, choice of words, and photo-editing in Kristin's 2002 first entry in the first list and a subsequent 2004 entry. I've warned you about the bad english, haven't I?

31.Eva Longoria Parker (Last Year: 7)
Chilli Padi
Good things come in small packages. Like me. Haha, maybe not. Well, Eva then! She may be small in stature but big on spunk. Her storylines in Desperate Housewives have not always been the most intriguing but her fiesty persona and sultry looks sure kept me watching the series. So it's quite easy to understand why I bailed the show right after its season 5 premiere; Gabrielle Solis became situated in an unglam 黄脸婆 kinda situation. I heard that the scales have tipped back into her favour, so hurray! It's a no-brainer that we should capitalise on what works. Check out: Eva being funny on Craig Ferguson.

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Top 100 | 40-36 (Full Post)

2009-08-12T01:06:00.007+08:00

With the bonus rollover image feature still going strong, this Top 100 Favourite Females does not cease in its updates! We're crashing into the Top 40 and dropping some clues along the road to the number 1 spot! So keep your eyes peeled for more updates that can help you in your quest to win the Top 100 Favourite Females Guessing Game!!!

40. Agyness Deyn (Last Year: -)
Androgyny Epitome
True Story: So I decided on this Hugo Boss sunglasses ad as the centerpiece of my room wallpaper project. It's this 2 page fold-out of these 2 guys, one more manly, one more feminine and I was like, oh so cute this man-boy couple! Then the next day, my sister came in and pointed at the picture, "oh. I like Agyness Deyn". And I was like, "That's a boy. That's not Agyness Deyn?" and took a closer look. I must have been too tired the night before! Clearly the girls at PLAY for So You Think You're Andro need to take a page from our dear Agyness. This English model has made some out-of-this-world fashion choices but on a good day, her tomboy looks and cool hair definitely inspire my lookbook even more than the male models I favour. Check out: this very updated fanblog for Agyness Deyn. Kudos to the webmaster for constant updates~

39. Alyssa Milano (Last Year: 45)

Charming Memory

Ahh... those were the days, when we actually watched our shows on channel 5, back when the Charmed ones were still lighting up our screens with their silly antics. I remember during its season 3 heyday with Cole, how back in Cat High, there were 3 of us who took on the role of the sisters and I obviously took on Phoebe, Alyssa's character. In hindsight, it's really quite farnie that our bitchy Prue did break our power of 3. It seems like I do have many memories, bittersweet or not, attached to this guilty pleasure. I miss fluff tv, and Phoebe looking hot as she battles demons with her fashion, and seduce men with her karate, or was it the other way round?... Forgot. Now instead of having premonition spasms, Alyssa's lookin' fine on this FHM cutout that is currently pasted on zee wall. Check out: the last few minutes of Charmed, where all their good-looking sons and husbands come back/from the future/dead to help save the past/present/future/day.

38. Lily Allen (Last Year: -)

Friendly Introduction

I was first introduced to Lily Allen by Ryan. He let me listened to some tracks like the funny "Knock 'Em Out". Afterwards it was Joey who linked me a youtube of her Mark Ronson collabo of "Oh My God" which was berry berry cute that bideo. Then it was Sabrina who was plugging her second album "It's Not Me, It's You". I took the reins from there and continued on my own along the route of Lily Allen Affection. On the days when I'm too tired of squeaky girls singing "Gee Gee Gee Gee Gee" I look to "The Fear" and "Not Fair" for something more easy on the ears, along with its humorous lyrics. And she's probably one of the few celebrities I haven't gotten rid off in my twitter, because at least she doesn't sound crazy on hers. *Look at Pete Wentz in disapproval* Check out: the very legal, and very free, download of the official remix album of "It's Not Me, It's You" album.

37. Michelle Trachtenberg (Last Year: 29)

Resident Evil
Dear Michelle,
Yes, you were a little whiny in Buffy. But I liked you in Eurotrip (which incidentally stars Kristin Kreuk), and I even watched the silly Ice Princess show (which incidentally stars Hayden Panettiere) Your debut in this list last year should, however, be credited to your delectable portrayal of Georgina Sparks in Gossip Girl; she's so much bitch it's pure LuRve. But what have you been so busy with ar, Michelleee? How come you were so 心不在焉 on 17 Again. And you looked like you skipped the lunch break from that movie set to do season 2 of Gossip Girl. Where is the Georgina I know?! I'm thinking you need to up the eyeliner, girl. I hope the real Georgina Sparks will return in full force next season. I'll be watching *does finger-eye-watching action*. Then, I will tell Jesus the bitch is back. Check out: how your interview with Chelsea Handler was such a fun time for me.

36. Natalia Vodianova (Last Year: 47)

Russian Chameleon

The funny thing is while she first caught my eye with this L'Oréal ad (that's also currently pasted on my wall), it is hardly Natalia's usual look. But then again, Natalia seems to have a million looks. So much so I can't decide which picture to use. Hee. She's recently back on my radar with more work on her plate, such as taking on the role of CK spokesperson yet again. And apart from looking divine, endorsing stuff, and being a mum, she's also a philanthropist, having founded her own organisation dedicated to building safer environments for children to grow up in in Russia. That definitely scores some points on my board. And yes, I wouldn't have known that if I haven't read her wiki. And cheers to more hyper-linking happiness, for this short but rather insightful interview of/by Natalia Vodianova. But if you have more time, definitely check out: this CNN exclusive on Natalia Vodianova + Moscow.

Now it's your turn to play the game! Head over here!

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Top 100 | 45-41 (Full Post)

2009-08-10T17:23:00.007+08:00

Here you go. Don't forget the bonus image feature! Remember to rollover the pictures to see who has it. And with this, the 41st to 45th rankings have been revealed. And you know what this means right??

45. Kaley Cuoco (Last Year: -)

Big Bang Love

I've noticed her in 8 Simple Rules but I skipped out on most of that last season of Charmed when she was in. But I think Kaley really caught my attention playing Penny on The Big Bang Theory. She was the much needed breath of girl power sass, in the midst of the geeky thorns. The Big Bang Theory has brought me back into the groove of half-hour situation comedies since like... what? F.R.I.E.N.D.S? Definitely lotsa LOL moments, and good writing, in the series. I wanna continue and see where it goes~ Check out: Penny trying to make drinks for the Big Bang Theory boys only to be shocked by...

44. Alessandra Ambrosio (Last Year: 12)

Model Citizen

She is smokin' hot! Watching my first ever Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in 2005, she was the third face to appear and I was like, "who is this?!" Watch her strut her stuff here (remember to watch at HD and jump start it @ 2.35) in her little pink santa's helper lingerie. This leggy girl instantly stole my heart the moment she blew that air kiss. *Swoon* Since then, Gisele Bundchen has left the Victoria's Secret family so it's up to Alessandra (and Adriana) to hold the fort. And she's doing a good job, still looking bootylicious as ever, even after becoming a mum~ Check out: outtakes of Alessandra from my favourite VS show in 2005.

43. Kim Tae Yeon (Last Year: -)

Gang Leader

I assmue it's not easy feat for Tae Yeon to lead one of the most prominent K-Pop all-girl nonagon Girls' Generation, and still look good at the same time. At first in the "Gee" video I thought she looked like a sweet little girl with that prim and proper hair. But she pinned her fringe up in "Genie (Tell Me Your Wish)" and I was surprised by how good the new look worked for her. Since the group's popularity has been soaring, performing three times in a week during the promotion phase has certainly taken a toll on them; Tae Yeon was recently sent to the hospital because she fainted. =( I hope she gets enough rest, 'cause who else is the group can ad-lib as well as her, and who else are the girls gonna depend on, apart from their leader? Check out: the girls taking on one of their biggest stages. And here's a little bonus of our favourite leader. Woot!

42. Anna Friel (Last Year: -)

Pushing Tribute

WHY?! WHY DID PUSHING DAISIES HAVE TO END!!! The colours, the wit, the quirky acting, the narrator, the puns, the alliterations, CGI background, Lee Pace's height, Olive, Emerson Cod, glorious vintage wardrobe, magical feeling of old-fashioned romance, the guest stars, Chuck's bangs, DIGBY! SO CUTE DIGBY!! Did I mention Lee Pace? Le sigh. Such feel-good tv, taken away from me. This English actress took on an American accent to play sweetie pie girlfriend to the quiet pie-maker. All my love, and yearnings, and mourning for Pushing Daisies have been poured into her for she reminds me of the very very enjoyable show I've come to include as a staple in my TV diet. It was a good 2 seasons. I'll miss you fondly. Check out: entire seasons of Pushing Daisies, otherwise known as 灵指神探 (keke), on tudou.

41. Sarah Michelle Gellar (Last Year: 40)

The Gift

I thank this doe-eyed girl for opening the path for the new wave of primetime heroines who kick ass while looking bootylicious. The "golden era" of television wouldn't have been the same without Buffy The Vampire Slayer. I remember how deep the Season 5 finale impacted me and, frankly, I would have been okay if the series ended then. While SMG doesn't exactly match my impression of how some of my favouritest cartoon characters should be played, I'm forgoing any criticism on her portrayals of Daphne in the live-action Scooby Doo movies and her voice-over of April O'Neil in TMNT. I kept up with her other film projects too like rom-coms Simply Irresistible), slasher-flicks (Scream 2, I Know What You Did Last Summer), and horror films (The Grudge)but I think she was most memorable in Cruel Intentions where she played a manipulative bitch. Still, nothing beats Buffy, the leader of the all the subsequent TV femme fatale icons. Check out: the trailer for my preferred series finale of Buffy The Vampire Slayer.

The Top 100 Favourite Females Guessing Game will start tonight

10th August 2009

9.00pm

Are you prepared to play?

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Top 100 | 50-46 (Full Post)

2009-08-10T00:33:00.007+08:00

We've broken in to the Top 50 territory! And as an added bonus function, some of the girls have bonus images installed! So remember to hover your mouse over the images of them to check for easter eggs. And also after the jump, a little hint of how the Top 100 Favourite Females Guessing Game will proceed, with some rules. But not before we make it pass these 5 girls who barely made it into the Top 50~

50. Rebecca Romijn (Last Year: 44)

Shapeshifter

When I saw the cast for the 1st X-men movie, I was like, "who are they?! Are they gonna ruin the movie?" But Rebecca delivered. For a character I was quite ambivalent about in the cartoon, Rebecca's Mystique was very very cool! Less about the lack of apparel, more about those slick kick-ass karate moves yo! She definitely brought it up a notch it for the 2nd movie. The third one... well, NEXT! That movie was so bad she let go of the blue latex to become a man, or rather the male-to-female Alexis in Ugly Betty. While it was a genius casting choice and complex role, when the writers started to lose track on Alexis' character development, Rebecca left too. She was recently spotted taking on the guise of a witch in the upcoming Eastwick. Good on her for always trying something new. Check out: the trailer for the new TV series, Eastwick. Charmed much?

49. Katy Perry (Last Year: -)

Cold Comfort

Dear Katy,

I could get into you. I think you're pretty, like a doll. I like that "Hot N Cold" video where you were cute as a button, in that last scene, in adidas and jumping around. I like the groom too and his green eyes but that's beside the point. Although, on that note, I liked that Matt Dallas was in the "Thinking Of You" video. That ballad is probably my favouritest song of yours. It's so sad but true. That song really gets to me. I sing to it along with your other singles at KTV. But you know, the ones like "Ur So Gay" and "I Kissed A Girl" actually sound a tad contrived to me, like you're trying too hard to be controversial, or quirky or something. I think that's what's coming between us, and preventing me from embracing you more. Nonetheless, you did inspire me to write fun stuff like yours, so I'm giving credit where credit is due. Check out: your excellent writing prowess in Thinking Of You.

48. Blake Lively (Last Year: 37)

Goldilocks

Blonde vs. Brunette... Hmm. I think I'd normally go for the blonde initially. But it's also easier for me to lose interest in them, just. like. that. Take our dear Serena Van Der Woodsen for example. In the first episode of Gossip Girl, I thought both her and Blair were cute but I sorta decided I'll go for the blonde girl on the, albeit flimsy, moral high ground. I did like her look. I still kinda like it actually, like when she just pops out in that green dress. But afterwards, it's just so easy to go, "Serena? mehh." What is it ar? Blake Lively's refusal to even try to act in Gossip Girl? Or the inability for me to comprehend how her character always seems like she wants to do the right thing to get out of a bad situation she unwittingly put herself in in the first place? Hmm, so it's more than the hair? 'Cause a dye job is not the cure. I suggest a does of improved acting + writing. That being said, check out: Blake's lovely flowy hair on The View.

47. Famke Janssen (Last Year: 42)

Phoenix Rising

By default, telekinesis + telepathy + hot looks are like ultimate powers IMO. In that strand, I have a disposition to mutants like Emma Frost & Psylocke. But while it's not included in things you might have never known about me, I also like phoenix motifs! Keke. So Jean Grey is like up there. After the first X-Men film, I thought Famke Janssen looked a little too old for the role. But by the 2nd movie, I realize she has an underrated charm. I really love the Dark Phoenix story arc of the X-Men so imagine my devastation after watching The Last Stand. I'm thinking Famke did her best in the bad situation. I suspect that if I watched her story arc in Nip/tuck I probably would like her even more, and she'd rise up in the list again. But meanwhile, check out: how Famke wants you to pronounce her name.

46. Scarlett Johansson (Last Year: 49)

Conniving Little Home Wrecker Who Appeared In One Too Many Movies/Platform

I liked her in Lost In Translation but these subsequent movies? She's not all that good in them. This woman is so sneaky; she endeavours in so many projects, I see her popping up everywhere, even when I don't intend to! I wanna laugh at Spongebob Squarepants, she voice-overs the princess. I want hunks galore (Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, & Chris Evans) she's in Match Point, Scoop, The Prestige & The Nanny Diaries. Natalie Portman? The Other Boleyn Girl. Penelope Cruz/Javier Bardem? Vicky Cristina Barcelona. Frank Miller? The Spirit. F-ing anyone else in He's Just Not That Into You? She's also there! What's worse is she's always the same thing: the slutty girl who wants to break up happy couples and ruin everything good (I know you took away MANGO from Penelope, I'm watching.) And now she wants endorse Moet and also be the Black Widow? She's gonna be in the slew of Marvel movies that come out later, which I will probably watch by default anyway la. Damn you Scarlett (and your agent who booked you those fantastic jobs!) Why do I always come back to you?! And your solo album was kinda blah but it also means... you want to sing?! Check out: A much better follow-up since her solo effort. I wouldn't say I love this song but it's definitely cuter.

The Rules of the Kenny's Top 100 Favourite Females 2009 Guessing Game

So after the next update for the 45-41 positions are revealed, the Guessing game will official begin. But before that here are some hints to prepare you better for the game.

First, you need to know that this time round it's not an FFF game. Which means, it's not fatest fingers first. Well, not exactly. So there's no need to know the exact time the game starts, and it's okay if you're not constantly typing names, and in fact it might even better to look at other people's answers first.

Secondly, it might be good to familarize yourself with the rules of Mastermind.

So really, this time round the game involves identifying and ranking. There will also be 5 bonus hearts up for grabs that net extra points, much like last year.

Hope to see you at the games. Sleep tight.

You might have missed, the entire bottom 50 of the list:

06. Our Nature (Original Intent)

Lyrics | Zeitgeist / Our Nature

2009-08-09T13:23:00.004+08:00

The first lyrics "published" were in the "Once Upon A Time" album collection in August 2001. 11 tracks. First promoted lyric was "Waltz". Up to now, it's been 8 whole years of writing lyrics. Don't know if I've improved or not but I'd like to think I've progressed in the process.

The Kenny's Top 100 Favourite Females list is also in its 8th year. It first started in 2002 with Britney Spears in number one, holding that position for 3 years in a row. The list has since become a little thing I do every summer for my own pleasure. It's been really fun and increasingly more important to me because of its history.

It's been more than 4 months since I last published a lyric collection. To celebrate these two 8th anniversary occasions, I present to you my 18th lyric single "Zeitgeist / Our Nature". Official release date: 08 Aug 09.

"Zeitgeist" is the theme for the current 8th Kenny's Top 100 Favourite Females. Do keep your eyes peeled because the Top 50 + the game is going to be released soon!

"Our Nature" is the current diaryforxx diary layout theme version 6.0.

The single also includes "STARE." which was published a while back to celebrate the 200th diaryforxx blogpost. A bonus rewritten version of "ending credits", which was first published in the "For You" album collection in 2005, is also included for this special single.

Do read and comment if you can!

Zeitgeist / Our Nature

08.08.09

01. Zeitgeist

02. Our Nature

03. STARE.

04. ending credits (RAINBOW ver.)

05. Zeitgeist (Original Intent)

Top 100 | 60-51 (Full Post)

2009-08-04T16:10:00.002+08:00

It's finally here! The complete list from 100-51. And you know what that means when the bottom half of the list is revealed! Check out the schedule after the jump (and after the 10 fabulous women who unfortunately are a little shy of the top 50) to find out when the Kenny's Top 100 Favourite Females 2009 Official Guessing Game starts. Don't say you haven't been warned.

60. Angelina Jolie (Last Year: 17)

The Fallen
Nope. None of her recent works have managed to capture my attention. Maybe I just really love my inane movies, like Mr. & Mrs. Smith which catapulted Angelina up the ranks in this list. The closest thing lately would be last year's curving bullet of a Wanted. She, however, continues to be one of the most sultry creatures on earth, even as she runs around collecting babies and stealing husbands. Just watch your back woman, that tranny Megan Fox might steal your crown. Check out: Angelina talk about potty-training her babies on Ellen.

59. Adriana Lima (Last Year: 61)

Eye-catching

At first, it was, "huh? why does she have such a weird face?" But after I watched my first Victoria's Secret show (2005), I was like, "Adriana? Can." What's not to like about those blue-grey eyes. Apart from that, I remember Adriana fondly for 3 other things. 1) She made me buy this mascara in my "experimental" phase (it works). 2) Her guest spot as herself on Ugly Betty, looking so much taller than America Ferrera and LiLo, was berry enjoyable. 3) She was in the Wong Kar Wai short I screened during the nuSTUDIOS script-writing class I taught! Check out: The Follow by Wong Kar Wai, starring Adriana Lima, Clive Owen, Mickey Rourke, and Forest Whitaker.

58. Jennifer Aniston (Last Year: 53)

B.F.F.

This woman has been through so much, from Brad Pitt to John Mayer... =( Keke. I do feel much sympathy for her and wanna stand on her side. Maybe it's 'cause I miss her as Rachel from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Or maybe I see she's trying very hard for breakthough roles but still gets pigeonholed into rom-coms mostly, which all start to look like the same show, or sequels of each other. Or maybe it's because I know I do keep a lookout for her all the time, even in small appearances like in 30 Rock. Or maybe it's because I still think she looks damn fine still at 40. Check out: Letterman's obsession with her legs, which I concur are very very niccceee, in her interview here

57. Beyonce Knowles (Last Year: 57)

Salah Fierce

I've heard stuff about her stealing songs. Well, that and a slew of other negative reports. But you know, I guess when you get the success (and body) like hers, you are kinda allowed to get away with a lot of things. I'm still thinking nothing tops "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy" though I'm good with "Irreplaceable" and "Listen". The recent offerings were a tad lacklustre for me but I was very into "Halo" and "Diva" for a moment there. I say I don't concern myself with celeb gossip but I guess my ambivalence towards Beyonce definitely stems from accounts of bad encounters, which does inspire funny things like this. Check out: a recent favourite of mine, featuring Beyonce's vocal chops, Halo.

56. Jolin Tsai (Last Year: 41)

Fantastic Plastic

Ayumi fans normally blast Jolin for being a copycat. I'm an Ayumi fan but, you know what, I say go for it, Jolin! If you're gonna derive some inspiration, why not from the best? Jolin managed to sieve out the qualities of Ayumi she wants to emulate, and has clearly chosen something along the lines of "a face that looks like it could only be carved by a plastic surgeon". And as much as I want to diss Jolin for her fake-ness, my iTunes is still choked with her songs! Her recent efforts are no Dancing Diva 舞孃, but Real Man 大丈夫, and Butterfly 花蝴蝶 are sneakily making their way into looping hell. And what's ktv gonna be like without Jolin? Check out: Another dancey Jolin song I like to sing during KTV.

55. Fann Wong (Last Year: 89)

Deepest First Cut

Some people are going, "you like Fann Wong?!" I'm kinda baffled myself. It started since primary school, even way before Britney. I liked those chn 8 drams then, esp. those with her. A few months ago, my sister and I decided to sell our CD collections; it was initially heart-breaking to give up some of the CDs that had Fann's tracks. In hindsight, it's quite liberating actually. I'll let you in on a secret: I kept all her solo albums still. HAHA, not forgetting the countless magazines I collected then. This year saw a rekindling of my affection, with The Ultimatum. It's so funny that I was so enthusiastic about the show and engaged in serious discussions with friends (thanks everyone who bothered!) but later just gave up on the show half-way! But I guess that speaks more about bad screenwriting than my interest in Fann waning. Check out: some of my favourite Fann theme songs from way back in the 90's here and here.

54. Emily VanCamp (Last Year: 31)

Saving Grace

Brothers & Sisters have reached a point where, IMO, the drama is dissipating and the dynamics don't seem so, well, dynamic anymore. Scotty (Luke Macfarlane) and Rebecca (Emily VanCamp) are probably the only two peripheral Walker members I look forward to seeing each episode. They are normally quite reasonable, and like, LOGICAL. (There are some illogical characters on TV *looks at Dan Humphrey* who just tick me off.) The writers are always mindful of portraying Rebecca as a real person. But if the last few episodes of the past season were any indication, they seem to be giving her leeway to be crazy. The alarm bells are ringing. If I can't depend on Rebecca, who else is left? Scotty alone cannot save Brothers & Sisters for me. We'll wait and see. Check out: Emily's perfect make-up and hair in this candid Emmys red carpet interview.

53. Gemma Ward (Last Year: -)

Wallflower
So my wish was to do up a section of the wall in my room, with chic, arty-farty pictures. But all I had were FHMs and random issues of 8 Days. Not cool. Boo. So imagine my joy when a picture of Gemma Ward, in D&G no less, serendipitously found its way to me from some obscure page on Style magazine! Nothing like a bit of high-end fashion to add some glamour to my room. Placed next to an Ayumi poster, these two pixies are my every morning reminder of how symmetry and big eyes look really pretty, and plastic surgery is the only way I'll get those features... Check out: How this gorgeous Australian sounds so down-to-earth in this interview.

52. Penelope Cruz (Last Year: -)

Spanish Delight

Hollywood didn't give me a good impression of Penelope; she was in a buncha so-so movies and always running off with each male lead (Vanilla Sky was an okay film but still). But I bought the DVD for All About My Mother by Pedro Almodóvar and was surprised by her performance there. Perhaps she's more in her element when it comes to a Spanish setting, and the recent Vicky Cristina Barcelona seems to corroborate, netting her an Oscar for that too. My fingers were crossed for her to win it. So given the right direction, she's actually stunning to behold on screen. I've also started to see her popping out everywhere and I'm so very very in love with her ad campaigns for MANGO. So much so you should check out: these stunning pictures from the said campaign yourself.

51. Kate Winslet (Last Year: 55)

Class Act

So I'm biased. I wasn't into Kate Winslet back when I thought she was titanic fat. Which is mean, I know that. But since Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, I've become enamored with her and her work. While, I feel, Jennifer Connelly slowly starts to feel like the same person in all of her shows, it's always exciting to see the next Kate Winslet project. From Finding Neverland, to Romance and Cigarettes, from Little Children, to The Holiday, and even in something like Flushed Away, her performances were nuanced and refreshing every time, IMO. It was kinda farnie when Hugh Jackman went "the reader / no I haven't seen the reader" 'cause I haven't seen it 'til now! And this year was supposed to be another good year for Kate, since she had The Reader coupled with Revolutionary Road, and she won the Oscar for the former! She deserves recognition for her good work. I think I'll be catching the movies I missed out soon. But for now, check out: Kate's very memorable and touching speech for winning her Oscar.

And now what you've been waiting for. The schedule for Kenny's Top 100 Favourite Females 2009 Official Guessing Game.

Next update: Recap for Bottom 50

Next update: 46-50 revealed + New rules for the new Guessing Game format

Next update: 41-45 revealed + Official start of the new Guessing Game

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Top 100 | 70-61 (Full Post)

2009-08-02T23:10:00.007+08:00

It's been a long wait for this update but rest assured the rest of the list is gearing at full steam! Stay tuned for more updates as we pull closer to the annual Top 100 Favourite Females Guessing Game!!

70. Ali Larter (Last Year: 32)

Heroine?

I noticed Ali Larter in small little roles, like in Legally Blonde and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. So I was definitely happy for her when she clinched her most prominent role to date as Niki Sanders in Heroes, an interesting character IMO. But then it became Tracy Strauss and I was kinda mehh about it. I think the writers thought so too and left her out for the last few episodes of Heroes to regroup. Sadly, I don't know if the comeback for next season is worth me watching. Check out: the official trailer for Heroes season 4 to decide for yourself.

69. Jennifer Connelly (Last Year: 56)

Consistency Theory

I'm not sure if Jennifer Connelly has reached a point where she's so recognized for her acting, the show really is just about her acting or something, that suddenly she seems the same to me in every, other, show! Not discrediting her but she starting to get a little predictable for me. That being said, I'm looking at her imdb now, and it's like I've watched practically everything from A Beautiful Mind onwards... Well, if anything, she's at least consistent in her output even if I was not that into He's Just Not That Into You. Check out: Jennifer Connelly trying something different here, in Higher Learning.

68. Reese Witherspoon (Last Year: 54)

Golden Ratio Screw-up

I once read this article, in Newsweek I think, on how Elizabeth Hurley's facial structure matches the golden ratio but Reese Witherspoon's face totally doesn't adhere to it. Firstly, rude much? Secondly, so she's not a classic beauty but she's definitely endearing! I liked her in most of her movies I watched: Pleasantville (one of my favouritest films ever), Fear (watched more for Alyssa Milano), Cruel Intentions, Legally Blonde, Just Like Heaven, Walk The Line (go Oscar Best actress!), Penelope, and her most recent voice-over for Ginormica in Monsters vs. Aliens. Show 'em girl, f that so-called "perfect" facial structure bullshit! Check out: the loopholes of youtube (after the full Scary Movie 1 for Carmen Electra in the last blogpost) Cruel Intentions on HD on youtube.

67. Zoe Saldana (Last Year: -)

Star Power

I like Britney's Crossroads so I wouldn't say Zoe started low. She played the biachy friend, just in case you don't remember. But from that, to Pirates of the Caribbean (the first one, thank goodness), to my favouritest summer movie of 2009 Star Trek, Zoe is definitely moving upwards in Hollywood. In Star Trek, from the moment her sashayed her way in the bar with her flowy hair, she held her own as a rose among the thorns even if she didn't have action scenes. While she's not my singular favourite character, my love for that movie in general definitely rubbed off on Zoe to guarantee her a new entry spot in this year's list. Check out: how I think Zoe looks even better when Chris Pine is around.

66. Choi Soo Young (Last Year: -)
Gee-nius Genie-us
You know repetition reached new levels when Girls' Generation "Gee" took over Rihanna's "Umbrella" on Kenny's infinite looping playlist. That song, which I first thought was too high-pitched and irritating, became the only song to break Rihanna's record in 2 years! Figures, given my track record with Ayumi Hamasaki. Since "Gee", Soo Young has snipped off her long locks for a fresh look for their latest song "Genie". I'm liking it, both the song and the hair! The song is currently on infinite loop too. Another record-breaking chance? Check out: Soo Young swishing her hair (which has grown out a bit) in their recent performance. Smexy.

65. Neve Campbell (Last Year: 68)

Childhood Sweetheart

As a blindly compulsive boy and a big fan of F.R.I.E.N.D.S., back in primary school, I made a rash decision to watch anything with its 3 female leads. This led me to Scream. The first movie is still my favourite teen slasher flick of all time. Though I watched it for Courtney Cox, I found something better in it: Rose McGowan. Well, then Neve Campbell. Keke. Consequentially, I watched Neve look hot hot hot in Wild Things. And you know what they say about those formative years; the images stick. Flash forward to now, Hollywood people are trying to convince her to take up Scream 4. I like that she eschews productions that spell desperation but I know quite well I'll probably watch it. Scream is very much part of my childhood, no? Check out: Neve Campbell doing ballet with Ellen.

64. Kate Bosworth (Last Year: 34)

Change of Luck

So my family and I were on a plane, to Australia, to see my dad. And it was one of those planes, where we didn't get an individual screen in front of us. So it was just one big screen in front of the whole plane section. And it was playing Blue Crush, so all of us had to watch it, no choice. And my sister was sitting in an obscured angle, so she couldn't really see what was going on. And I had to squint. So clearly, first impression of Kate Bosworth, not good. Things definitely improved with Superman Returns but I'm actually more fond of Kate in 21. I first watched that movie in Philadelphia yo! 2nd time? In my "Mathematics in Gaming" GEK lecture. Haha. Kate's cute as a button with that short hair in this film. ENJOY: more loopholes in youtube with the entire movie of 21. Winner winner, chicken dinner!

63. Tifa Lockhart (Last Year: 10)

Fantasy Babe

After playing my first Final Fantasy (VIII) with these sorta graphics, it just became difficult to go back to pixelation hell of Final Fantasy VII, even though the latter is normally regarded by gamers as one of the best in the franchise. While I may have missed out on the original game, its follow ups, such as a movie definitely ensured I get lotsa Tifa action. She was also inserted in Kingdom Hearts II, voiced by Rachel Leigh Cook . In the unofficial arena, Tifa also saved Yuna and Rikku in fan-imation Dead Fantasy although in the next installment Dead Fantasy 5 she looked like she could use some help herself. However, check out: Tifa in this really cool fight scene from Advent Children, recently re-released on Blu-ray. It's so cool, I'm giving it its own space.

62. Kate Beckinsale (Last Year: 43)

English Potential

There's something about Kate Beckinsale that draws me to fluffy movies full of nonsense: Van Helsing, Underworld (all 3), Vacancy (I was definitely okie with watching the film for her), and throw in Pearl Harbour while we're at that. I'm inclined to say it's her exquisite face and that on-screen charisma... it's definitely part of her performance, even if she's not generally recognized for top-notch acting chops. Give her somemore better roles, people. Push her! Check out: her very sultry English accent in her interview with David Letterman.

61. Kate Hudson (Last Year: 64)

Leap Girl

She's very hit-or-miss one la. I like her in general to wanna watch her shows, then I skip some because I know I should save money and my Kate-Hudson-quota is only that high. Let's take a look at how the Kate Dynasty fell after Almost Famous: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days - watched with Wenwei, Alex and Emma - star movies, Le Divorce - star movies, Raising Helen ~~downloaded~~ watched but forgot when, The Skeleton Key - star movies for some parts, got bored, wiki-ed plot, You, Me, and Dupree - didn't wanna watch, Fool's Gold - couldn't bring myself to watch it. See. But you know, the Kate Hudson + Anne Hathaway pairing made me really really wanna watch Bride Wars so I managed to convince Kit and WW to accompany me! So I guess it's full circle, huh WW, from 10 days to this. I wonder if the cycle would repeat...hmm. Check out: Kate talking about acting in and producing(!) Bride Wars.

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Top 100 | 80-71 (Full Post)

2009-07-12T18:15:00.018+08:00

Watch this space as we proceed closer to the top half of the list, and that's when the Top 100 Favourite Females 2009 Guessing Game will officially begin!

80. Kristen Bell (Last Year: 76)

Global Warning

This was a slow one, I needed some time to actually acclimatise to her. And JUST when I was getting into her cute ponytail, bangs, and her pairing with Sylar, she decided to leave me high and dry. Now that her stint on Heroes is over, and she's but a voice-over in Gossip Girl, Kristen's gonna have to work harder next year; I've only got that much good-will left in my pocket by the time I come round to the lower section of the list. Considered yourself warned, woman. Check out: how the love is seeping away from Kristen to Zachary Quinto (and a girlish David Anders) on the EW behind-the-scenes for Heroes season 2.

79. Jesseca Liu (Last Year: 82)

Princess In Waiting

Jesseca remains the last of the mediacorp princesses on this list now that Rui En, Fiona Xie, and Joanne Peh have officially retired. I thought Felicia Chin was in before... but I found that she was only ever in the "considerations" area, never in the Top 100! Clearly, too many girls to keep track of. Jesseca's still here because she has chosen not to piss me off in her shows. She definitely had the classiest dress sense for the recent Star Awards too. If I had a bigger version of this, I would have used it for her picture. I'm not convinced that she has reached her potential. So here's me holding out for Jesseca, to rise in ranks, both in mediacorp and this list. Check out: copious amounts of chinese words in Jesseca's personal blog.

78. Goo Hye Sun (Last Year: -)

Day-Job Holder

Surely, she must be doing something right as the female lead of Boys Over Flowers, because I was actually rooting for her. Easily provoked, I foist the label of "irritating" on a sleewww of TV characters but she successfully circumvented Dan-Humphrey neighbourhood to set up residence somewhere more in the vicinity of Coeur d'Coeurs. While I still like the manga and anime versions of Hana Yori Dango more than any of the "live-action" ones, she definitely captured "plain-looking" and "strong-willed" in the right amounts as Jan Di. Apart from acting, Hye Sun's pursuing drawing, singing and poetry (of which, art, she might have more potential in IMO) Check out: her sharing the stage with my favourite Big Bang boy, Seungri, for what sounds to me like a bad KTV session Haha! Don't quit acting as yet, dear!

77. Rachel Bilson (Last Year: 26)

Survivor O.C.

Ms. Bilson-Christensen was the last one standing in The O.C. and, of its alumni, is also the last one standing in this list. Mischa Barton wants to be fugly and Samaire Armstrong wants to be whiny in Dirty Sexy Money, without any leftover Anna Stern spunk from The O.C.. I don't see Rachel much nowadays but she manages to remind me of how cute she is through avenues such as Jumper. Viewed on a small screen in a plane that diminishes/diffuses its flaws, and coupled with my general stance to be less critical of movies nowadays, that movie and I, we're cool. Not forgetting also her guest starring stint on Chuck. Me likeys. Hopefully she'd still be as endearing in New York, I Love You too! Check out: the trailer for New York I Love You.

76. Eliza Dushku (Last Year: 81)

Keeping Faith

Eliza's most memorable role? Faith in Buffy The Vampire Slayer. UP THERE. Close second? Bring It On. Some would rather not admit it but I LuRvE that show and their damn spirit fingers~ Then afterwards it was kinda hit and miss for Eliza: Wrong Turn, Tru Calling, even the guest star spot on Ugly Betty? Her most recent attempt to regain her shine was Dollhouse but the first episode was so coma-inducing, I just couldn't continue. Nonetheless, I'm filled with immense love for her so I'd stay vigil for her next break-through role, hopefully to top the one in Buffy. Check out: Behind the-scenes footage for Eliza's Maxim magazine photoshoot.

75. Utada Hikaru (Last Year: 96)

Sub-objectivity

It's very easy for people to consider Utada the most talented of the J-pop female soloists bunch since she writes most of her songs and they are catchy even if they be ballads (as compared to Gee gee gee gee gee which is just repetitive catchiness 101). What is not so easy to explain is the general blah-ness I feel for her. I'm confused with myself. I like quite a number of her songs. Her lyrics and melodies inspire me to write my own. She sung both the Kingdom Hearts theme songs, in both the English and Japanese versions which is just pure LuRvE. They played her song at PLAY recently, and I went crazy with it. She seems classy, down-to-earth and does not see the need to dress as a slut... wait, maybe that's it! I discredit her because we know how more easily enamored I'm with ~~hot girls with flowy hair, nice boobs, long legs~~ skanks. Or maybe it's because she studied in Columbia University, hmm, we'll never know. Check out: Stay Gold, her song which inspired me to write my own lyric Dreamland.

74. Brittany Snow (Last Year: 69)

Suay-ed

Girl, you're trying really hard. I still love you for that awesome voice-over job as Naminé in Kingdom Hearts II. Ticks for being cute even when trying to be biach-y in Hairspray. Thumbs up for an interesting blast-to-zee-past episode in the Gossip Girl. I was this close to even watching Prom Night because it looked like it might be fun. You've stepped in the right direction for every turn. The drop in rankings is only a little bit la. Blame it on the wrong time to be in the list for non K-pop-culture players. Don't be hating on me~ Check out: Brittany Snow talking about being Naminé.

73. Eva Mendes (Last Year: 94)

Love Actually

I have/had very little affinity for Eva Mendes and I used to attribute it to, what I previously conceived as, her qian bian face. Yet, to be really critical with myself, I find Eva to be the person I'm watching out for in her films: 2 Fast 2 Furious, Hitch, and most recently The Spirit. She seems energetic and fun, but also laid-back and easy-going, very "I don't like the gym but, you know, I go, 'cause it's my job, I need to maintain my hot bod" kinda girl. My impression of her is actually quite positive, huh. And that Calvin Klein ad (NSFW), even if I didn't know what you were selling (perfume), can, I want to buy it. Check out: I like her (and actually Conan O'Brien) in this interview on The Tonight Show, where she talks about Korean spas, Liv Tyler, making Conan look like Rob Pattinson, and her hot CK ads.

72. Carmen Electra (Last Year: 46)

Soft Spot, Hard Co**

I actually really really like her! Her over Pamela Anderson, not that I really watched Baywatch. And I'm still keeping all the issues of FHM with her on the cover. And that's quite a number, considering how she might make 2-3 covers (outta 12) in a year, during her heyday. (The only other 2 celebs' FHMs that I collect are J.Lo's and Alyssa Milano's) She has since become a permanent fixture in lame-ass parody films, which are not really my cuppa tea. But of those I've seen (Scary Movie, Scary Movie 4, Meet The Spartans, Date Movie) I really like her scenes la. And while her claim to fame might seem trashy, she hasn't forgotten her roots, returning to do a celebratory anniversary issue for PLAYBOY in January early this year. I've seen that editorial spread if you get my drift. Trying to keeping it tame on me blog however, check out: Carmen Electra in the opening scene for Scary Movie 1.

71. Rikku (Last Year: 22)

Most Valuable Player

Rikku first appeared as Yuna's guardian in Final Fantasy X. That f-ing game was so f-ing tragic, so f-ing tedious, so f-ing long, I f-ing never finished it. Dodge 200 lightning bolts in a row to obtain some stewpid ultimate weapon?! No way. BUT when the winds of change swept over Spira in the sequel, Final Fantasy X-2, I swear, another made-for-Kenny game was born. First of the Final Fantasy franchise where all the (3) playable characters are female and the way to access various classes of powers is by changing costumes! How Sailormoon/Charlie's Angels is that! Woot. Credit also goes to Rikku, her risque outfits, cute antics, and spunky attitude for keeping up gameplay interest. If that's not enough, Rikku is voiced by the same person who does Bubbles of the Powerpuff Girls, who also nabbed Outstanding Character Performance in the 2004 Interactive Achievement Awards for Final Fantasy X-2. Check out: The opening pop concert for Final Fantasy X-2.

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