Tuesday, January 17, 2006
Women as we all know and are aware of have gone through many transitional periods since the olden days. Their placings in society and their standards have been more recognised nowadays if compared to the 18th century. Women are given more say now and have a voice or view of their own in certain issues. In order words, we have seen the emancipation of women.
Dating back in the olden days, we know women are not what we see them as today. They were tagged with this stigma that they should be at home, taking care of the children and ensuring that the house was kept and well-maintained. Women were not allowed to seek income for the family, needless to say air their views in public. They should be confined to the four walls and listen to their husbands.
However, changes took place especially during the Enlightenment and the Renaissance periods. These two important periods marked the start of using logic and reasons to explain values and issues. People started making changes to their lives and started questioning. Naturally, more women became aware and felt that they should be heard too. Hence, during these periods, we can see the rise of female writers and authors which were not allowed before.
Even though it seemed that the women had more say now, but it was not all thoroughly true and accurate. Female writers, although had the liberty to write books, had to take up a pseudonym. In other words, they had to pose as men and take on names of men to conceal their identities as women. One good example would be George Elliot. Even in theatrical works, female roles were not acted by women themselves but young boys who could imitate the high-pitched voices of the females.
Soon, we can see that women became increasingly prominent in society throughout the years till now, the new millenium, women are considered to be empowered with the essential knowledge and skills, comparable to men. However, women these days, though given the freedom of speech, are still not satisfied.
Women, in present times, have a totally different pursuit. They pursue to be on par with men as they feel that they are not given equal rights and opportunities like their male counterparts.
This, hence, resulted in the case of Aminah Wadud.
Aminah Wadud, recently caused a stir in the Islam world. She had done what was considered wrong in the eyes of Islam. She had led a prayer, where men were present. This is considered as blasphemous. Her reason for doing so: she felt that not only men can lead prayers but women too. Thus, women should be given the same equal rights.
Therefore, in response to this, an article was written in regarding the status of men and women and their responsibilities.
Women are constantly comparing themselves to men and how they are complaining that they are not given equal opportunities like men. They feel that they are at a losing end. Then let me ask, doesn't by saying this, women are actually acknowledging the fact that women are indeed weaker and that they have to be matched up to men? In other words, women are establishing men as their benchmarks or yardsticks to measure success and achievements. By default, they have already placed men to be at the top and so long as they do not match up to men, they will always be overshadowed.
What i personally feel is we as both men and women should understand our individual specified roles and responsibilities. We are created such that we have our own specialities and strengths. Thus, instead of focusing on our weaknesses, we should instead focus on our strengths and develop them further. As it implies, men and women, thus there ought to be a line that divides between these two genders and this is where the different roles come in.
Men and women have our own tasks to fulfil. We should not compare ourselves with each other. It is equivalent to comparing an apple with an orange. They maybe alike in terms of categories as fruits but they are different in taste, physical properties and inside as well. Likewise, men and women are humans but we are created differently with different features and physical attributes.
Therefore, we should stop lamenting on the fact that one gender is less superior than the other when in fact both genders are different and serve different purposes with different unique abilites.
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Saturday, December 31, 2005
As the new year beckons, i feel more and more delighted that 2005 has come to an end.2005 has been indeed a roller-coaster ride (cliche but true).2005 didn't start out well, reason being i didn't get admitted to TJC just by an effing 1 point. Got into TPJC instead and found out BEHOLD Malay Language Elective Program!Wanted a change and decided to join track. Initially, i hated it but now, track is almost a second nature to me. Being me, i decided to join Council. Made it into the Executive Committee. Time spent in Council, i would say had it's own special moments each time. The drudgery and arduous projects and events we had to plan, the time spent in planning but at the end of it all, the efforts were paid off. The sweet satisfaction that derived from it was the best feeling ever. Looking back at what we had done, we could only smile to ourselves and pat our backs for the fantastic results, something we thought we could not have achieved but did in the end.Definitely with all the time spent, we only bounded as a Council. The frequent visits to Pizza Hut and what-nots, the laughters and tears we shared will never be forgotten. Especially OLE.As much as i have met people/friends that are truly dear to me, there are those that are out to wreck havoc and turn my life upside down, inside out. All i can say is well done! They have succeeded in accomplishing what they have set out to do, whether intentionally or unintentionally. I forfeit. But one thing for sure, everytime i falter, that's when i grow even stronger.To all these people, if you know who you are (which is a good thing) , just eff off. 2006 will be a good year for me. Don't come ruining it with your dirty tricks and snide remarks. And for that one particular person, time and time again, you've never failed to disappoint me. Blame it on my foolishness. Rest assured, it will never happen again.2005 has been a tough time for my best friends and i.Again, i just want to say i'm sorry if i had always turned down any hanging outs. Just remember one thing, my love for you guys has never and will never change cause the friends you find in Secondary school are undoubtedly the best. Period.Enough said about 2005HELLO 2006 =)
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Thursday, November 24, 2005
Bought Christina's "Just Be Free"
FINALLY....For your information, this album was recorded when she was only 14-15 years old. Albeit the fact that she's still too young, her voice never failed to shine through. At a tender age of 14-15 years old, i can safely say her voice quality is good, way better than Britney Spears even at the age of 20+. Shame on the latter.
What's with Christina, you would ask me. Well, one thing that's definite is her voice, no one's comparable to hers except Celine Dion and Whitney Houston, probably Siti Nurhaliza too. She has this soul in her voice that allures you, entices you to have more of her. Her voice gives this unexplained strength that grows in you. When you're down, her voice lifts you up. When you feel that you're all weak and useless, her voice hardens you and gives you these zest and energy that you just feel like standing right up and scream. It's this feeling inside. Her voice simply draws out every ounce of energy left and adds on to it. Awesome..
And yes....i learnt some disturbing news about you........................
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Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Kenapa dia yang kucinta
Sedangkan kutahu sikapnya begitu
Dia pandai berpura
Dan pandai bermain kata
Setahun bersama bak seribu tahun tersiksa
Aku tidak sudi melihat dia lagi
Walau dalam mimpi pun tidak kuingini
Biarkanlah kubegini dan tak mungkin kembali
Bersamamu.
Mengenalimu ialah satu keputusan yang kukesal buat selamanya.
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Saturday, November 19, 2005
Looking back to yester years, i've discovered that i've definitely gone through a transitional period. So much about me has changed. For one, after what i've gone through during sec 3 and 4, which undoubtedly changed my life, have forced me to grow up and mature. If not for what had happened, i will probably still be this pent-up kid, frustrated with the little-est thing.
I remember myself being someone who couldn't keep his cool. Got angry over the smallest and stupidiest things in life. Hurling vulgarities back then was never a problem for me. In short, i had an attitude problem back then, a big one that is.
However, as time progresses, i realised that i have to change for the better. I have to be more rational and should not take things for granted. I learnt that some things would not stay the same way. We have to learn to let go eventually if it's not meant to be. Sure the learning part was tough, having to adjust to the new changes and to the fact that i could no longer depend on my father. What i have lost is worth for what i have gained which is a lot more. Cliche it may sound, you gain more than what you lose, so don't worry.
Picking up the broken pieces of my life, packing up what was left behind and pulling together and meeting the loose ends are what i have been doing and will still be doing. As each day passes, whatever happened has become but yet a memory, a memory that will continue to stay and linger through the years ahead. Thought it may seem distant but the pain feels like it was only yesterday.
As Christina Aguilera puts it in her song, "I'm Ok":
Bruises fade father but the pain remains the same.
Strength is my mother for all the love she gave
Every morning that i wake, i look back to yesterday
I'm ok.
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Thursday, November 17, 2005
I don't want you to give it all up
And leave your own life collecting dust
And I don't want you to feel sorry for me
You never gave us a chance to be
And I don't need you to be by my side
To tell me that everything's alright
I just wanted you to tell me the truth
You know I'd do that for you
So why are you running away?
So why are you running away?
Cause I did enough to show you that I
Was willing to give and sacrifice
And I was the one who was lifting you up
When you thought your life had had enough
And when I get close, you turn away
There's nothing that I can do or say
So now I need you to tell me the truth
You know I'd do that for you
So why are you running away?
Why are you running away?
Is it me, is it you
Nothing that I can do
To make you change your mind
Is it me, is it you
Nothing that I can do
Is it a waste of time?
Is it me, is it you
Nothing that I can do
To make you change your mind
So why are you running away?
Why are you running away?
...What is it I've got to say...
So why are you running away?
...To make you admit you're afraid...
Why are you running away?
-captures what i really feel right now-
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Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Talking about magic, potions and cauldrons..........
Behold
Yes, yes, yes! The sneaks! I watched the sneaks preview of Harry Potter! Ok...not to spoil for the people out there (seeing i am the first few people who watched it way before everyone else.)The show is well.............Watch it and judge it for yourself...Lol.....The graphics are definitely the must watch reason!
Really drained out now. Ran 5km this morning at ECP. Went to Macs to binge. And yes by the way, i am an all-grow-fat diet right now. So i am binging as much carbo/proteins now! Hopefully i will grow a little buff-er and look more ermm....buff-er lol...my head is spinning now...ok...that's all
Off i go and fly...
Vingardium Leviosa
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Tuesday, November 15, 2005
Bought a t-shirt today at the shop at Bugis Street which cost $16. I am seriously in need of good-looking t-shirts. I am also looking around for a blazer, shoes (sneakers preferably), bags...
Will be watching Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire tomorrow at Tampines Mall with best friends. Before that, will be having track training in the morning at East Coast Park at 8am. Damn, i forgot to buy a sports towel. Damn it. What a poontash!
And yes, i bet none of you know that i possess this really cool book entitled: The Great Book of Insults. It has more than enough insults for others to last you a lifetime. Wait a minute, probably ten lifetimes. Yes,
THAT many. Wanna take a look it? Tell me and i will show it to you.
Random thought for the day:
I'm vying for your attention but somehow i feel that i don't mean much to you. Maybe i'm too caught up with how i feel till i've failed to realise that i might not even have a place in your heart. Hmm...enlighten me.With that, SO LONG SUCKERS
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This is a list of the people i detest:
(not in any order)
1) People who promised you something but they do not keep their word at it. In fact, they pretend or just simply forget about it.
2) People who do not reply your messages.
3) People who are nice to you at one point and then ignore you at another time.
4) People who are only nice to you cause they need help from you. Other than that, you're just chucked aside or simply clean forgotten.
5) People who don't appreciate what you have done for them, painstakingly or otherwise.
6) People who, in front of no one else be nice to you but in front of their friends, pretend that you do not breathe in this world. They call it "secret friends".
7) People treat you like your some doormat or hotel.
8) People who don't give a shit about you but expect you to care for them 24/7.
9) People who are insensitive to others' feelings.
10) People who try to be someone they are not. Their pretensions are so bad that they just irk you to the core.
That's about it. If there are more to come, i will add on.
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Monday, November 14, 2005
I've returned with a fresh look. New layout. All thanks to Shikin!
THANK YOUAnyway, tell me how long have i been consulting the doctor regarding this illness of mine? Close to a year and i don't see any major improvements. I am getting really upset and disappointed. He told me it will go away within 6 months! Now it's close to a year! Probably it's all destined to be. Not that i hadn't tried. I have tried almost everything but it will still not go away. Tired. Damn it. I think i am cursed. Cursed to be like this. Is there really no help? Nothing at all. I hate this. HATE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!Fu*k!
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