So I spent a bit of time on Saturday morning enjoying a bit of the sun and sea. I went wakeboarding again! I’m pleased to say that I made some progress with regard to my wakeboarding skills. At least I managed to get up without any trouble this time! Although, the very first time I tried to stand up yesterday, I fell right back into the water. Heh. But I didn’t have any problems after that. \ud83d\ude42
\nSo now standing up has ceased to be a problem, which is definitely a good thing! The driver of the boat, who also acted as instructor, was really good. His pointers were really helpful and he really observed how we wakeboarded and tailored his pointers to the individual. What’s more, he was so patient with us! He was much better than the instructor we had the last time. My friends and I have decided that we’re definitely going to request for him again the next time.
\nI didn’t end up as tired as my technique was correct this time round. My posture was correct and I was also more relaxed. Previously, I was concentrating too much on trying to balance on the wakeboard. This time however, I was more relaxed, stood correctly, and just let the boat pull me as I rode on the waves. I learnt how to control the wakeboard and swerved it left and right. I also managed to get out of the wake and back in again without falling.
\nWakeboarding can get really addictive…you just want to keep at it so that you can do it correctly. I love the thrill of it all! I also love the boat ride out. There are times where I feel that I enjoy the boat ride and just lounging around in the boat more than wakeboarding on the water itself. It’s just so relaxing to be out in the sun and the sea, and chatting with your friends. Good fun…I’m planning to make this a monthly affair. It’s a good way to catch up with friends too, instead of always meeting for a meal. Also, wakeboarding’s damn good for toning your muscles!
\nAfter I returned from the wakeboarding session, I had a quick shower at home and then headed to the Asian Civilisations Museum<\/b> (ACM) to have a look at the Ottomans & Sultans<\/b> special exhibition. It’s the first time I set foot in the building, previously known as the Empress Place, since its conversion to the ACM. This special exhibition showcases a host of artefacts from the powerful Ottoman Empire from the early 14th-early 20th century. We learn how the Ottomans and Sultans lived in all their riches and glory, and get to see things like the clothes they wore, the utensils they ate with, the weapons and armour they used in battle, the jewellery etc. I was very taken with the extremely beautiful Qu’rans that were on display. These books are sssoooo beautifully written in calligraphy and the colours in these precious and well-preserved books are stunning. The gold and silver colours are especially striking. They definitely don’t make books like these anymore.
\nThe other permanent exhibits were also interesting. Divided into different sections according to their geographical origin, there were many artefacts and historical relics from countries like China, Thailand, Indonesia, and India. It’s a pretty good microcosm of the ancient Asian civilisations.
\nSundays are lazy days for me. You can always find me at home, holed up in my room catching up on my reading. Yes, I admit it–I’m a nerd! But yesterday, my Dad and I took our two dogs to the vet for their annual jab. After returning home from the vet I started having a sneezing fit which lasted throughout the day. My nose is really sensitive you see. It’s bad every time I bring them to the vet because my collie’s fur just keeps flying around in a small enclosed space (i.e. the car). Other times when at home, my nose is usually fine. The best part is that I still managed to pluck myself up for my tennis lesson at 5pm. At night, I managed to finish reading Peter Mayle’s A Good Year<\/b>.
\nI woke up this morning with a terribly heavy head, and was tempted to take the day off. But I’ve dragged myself to work as I’ve got tons of work awaiting me. And now it’s time for me to get back to it…argh…I want my bed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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