I doubt you would see this anywhere else!
After a long night of battle against rioting protesters, the Hong Kong Police Force distributed BREAKFAST to the now peacefully sitting down protestors, the same ones who attacked them violently just hours ago.
Civilized, in deed.
Sunday, December 18, 2005
Saturday, December 17, 2005
Hong Kong Police Force
Definitely one of the most professional police forces in the world.
They respect peaceful protests. When protestors get violent, they practiced extreme restraint. They have the order of the whole city in mind. They never give protestors any reason to escalate their violence. Same could hardly be said about police forces around the world.
Today, after facing two and a half hours of riot against police (constant beating, smacking, throwing steel barriers at them, discharging fire extinguisher,etc.), Riot Police hadn't use any weapon stronger than pepper spray. Security Secretary even gave warning to all before the tear gas operation which follows half an hour later. The worse part is that not all police are armed with riot gear. They can only use their baton as self-defense. Moreover, today's violence followed a week full of protest and occasional violence. These constables have been on this restless alert stage all along, never knowing when protesters might start rioting.
Hong Kong Police Force, I appreciate your sacrifices and support your actions!
They respect peaceful protests. When protestors get violent, they practiced extreme restraint. They have the order of the whole city in mind. They never give protestors any reason to escalate their violence. Same could hardly be said about police forces around the world.
Today, after facing two and a half hours of riot against police (constant beating, smacking, throwing steel barriers at them, discharging fire extinguisher,etc.), Riot Police hadn't use any weapon stronger than pepper spray. Security Secretary even gave warning to all before the tear gas operation which follows half an hour later. The worse part is that not all police are armed with riot gear. They can only use their baton as self-defense. Moreover, today's violence followed a week full of protest and occasional violence. These constables have been on this restless alert stage all along, never knowing when protesters might start rioting.
Hong Kong Police Force, I appreciate your sacrifices and support your actions!
Wednesday, December 07, 2005
"Prioritizer"
Not procrastinator, yes-man or slacker.
That's what I taught for time-management today. Wierd way of presentation, but it's not up to me to change it anyway.
Ironic, a procrastinator telling people not to procrastinate. Hum...
That's what I taught for time-management today. Wierd way of presentation, but it's not up to me to change it anyway.
Ironic, a procrastinator telling people not to procrastinate. Hum...
Monday, December 05, 2005
Old great song
There You'll Be - Faith Hill
When I think backon these times and the dreams we left behind,
I'll be glad 'cause I was blessed to get to have you in my life.
When I look back on these days,
I'll look and see your face.
You were right there for me.
In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky.
In my heart, there always be a place for you for all my life.
I'll keep a part of you with me,
and everywhere I am, there you'll be,
and everywhere I am, there you'll be.
Well you showed me how it feels to feel the sky within my reach,
And I always will remember all the strength you gave to me.
Your love made me make it through.
Oh, I owe so much to you!
You were right there for me.
In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky.
In my heart, there always be a place for you for all my life.
I'll keep a part of you with me,
and everywhere I am there you'll be.
'Cause I always saw in you my light, my strength,
and I want to thank you now for all the ways.
You were right there for me.
You were right there for me for always.
In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky.
In my heart, there always be a place for you for all my life.
I'll keep a part of you with me,
and everywhere I am there you'll be,
and everywhere I am there you'll be.
There you'll be.
When I think backon these times and the dreams we left behind,
I'll be glad 'cause I was blessed to get to have you in my life.
When I look back on these days,
I'll look and see your face.
You were right there for me.
In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky.
In my heart, there always be a place for you for all my life.
I'll keep a part of you with me,
and everywhere I am, there you'll be,
and everywhere I am, there you'll be.
Well you showed me how it feels to feel the sky within my reach,
And I always will remember all the strength you gave to me.
Your love made me make it through.
Oh, I owe so much to you!
You were right there for me.
In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky.
In my heart, there always be a place for you for all my life.
I'll keep a part of you with me,
and everywhere I am there you'll be.
'Cause I always saw in you my light, my strength,
and I want to thank you now for all the ways.
You were right there for me.
You were right there for me for always.
In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky.
In my heart, there always be a place for you for all my life.
I'll keep a part of you with me,
and everywhere I am there you'll be,
and everywhere I am there you'll be.
There you'll be.
Tuesday, November 29, 2005
Murphy's Law
Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.
A few things did not work out lately, but I guess I already knew that they may happen.
2nd Teaching Class.
Noisy class, as expected. PowerPoint didn't work, not expected.
Students lost interest, inevitable.
Overall, at least some got the message. Not bad for a 2nd lesson.
Mentor no show.
Professor gave okay advice.
A few things did not work out lately, but I guess I already knew that they may happen.
2nd Teaching Class.
Noisy class, as expected. PowerPoint didn't work, not expected.
Students lost interest, inevitable.
Overall, at least some got the message. Not bad for a 2nd lesson.
Mentor no show.
Professor gave okay advice.
Monday, November 28, 2005
Zero Response
It felt like I was talking Hungarian or something. I had zero response from my students. Worst offenders: Form 3 (Grade 9). No wonder people of other countries critize our students for this.
I see why we need Education Reform. I also see why they need Liberal Studies, but with the atmosphere the way it is in my school, it's a long battle.
I see why we need Education Reform. I also see why they need Liberal Studies, but with the atmosphere the way it is in my school, it's a long battle.
Monday, November 21, 2005
Old Wounds
were reopened today.
Not that I am still thinking about things that I shouldn't think about, but I recall some sad memories. Give it time, and it will finally heal.
It's what I need to do. It's the right thing to do.
I also did enjoy myself partly.
I treasure my friends. It's worth it.
Not that I am still thinking about things that I shouldn't think about, but I recall some sad memories. Give it time, and it will finally heal.
It's what I need to do. It's the right thing to do.
I also did enjoy myself partly.
I treasure my friends. It's worth it.
Sunday, November 20, 2005
District Scout Rally
Another 4 hour stand in the sun. I am the colour bearer for my group this year. Apparently, it's quite hard to march with a flag pole in your hand. Not only is it hard to march using only one arm, but you also have to start by swinging that arm back. If you are off pace, you can't skip to correct it either, since you can't balance yourself in air. Fortunately, that error only happened during practice. The actual parade went smooth. Lucky me.
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