'O' Level Examination 2009

Hi,

Jas just started sitting for his 'O' level examination and it will only end on 13 Nov 09.

Based on some discussion with my friends, I was surprised to find that 'O' level exam. was considered the toughest of all exam; ie even 'A' level, Poly or University exam. are considered easier...!

Well, it does not really matters as I know that Jas was motivated and has put in considerably effort over the past few months.

Whatever the outcome, we will shop for the next level of education..... JC or Poly.

Importantly, he has put in his efforts and did not laze around or has bad attitude towards the preparation for his exam.

So we are proud of him and we believe his efforts will pay off in due time.

So parents out there, be supportive and not be so 'kiasu' about the whole episode of exam.

I was a bit annoyed when I read in the papers that the PSLE Maths paper was tough and some children + their parents were upset about it.

Come on, the children has to learn how to deal with such circumstances and move on to the next exam. paper.

Besides, if it is true, the authorities will moderate the results else there could be more than 50% failure rate....... and it would not be allowed.

Anyway, good luck to all the 'O' level students though it is more on your efforts than luck...!

David

Find Time For Your Kids

Hi,

I was walking past our nearby park with my wife the other day and noticed my son playing street soccer by himself.

Immediately, I told my wife that I would like to have a game with him as I used to teach him soccer when he was 6 or 7 years old. Though it was against my doctor's advice on not to play impact sports due to my back left knee.

I just could not help it as it brought back memories of our time spent on the soccer field.

I was not properly attired for it but I told myself that I will take it lightly and just be the goalkeeper.

But.....

We ended up playing a simple one-on-one street soccer instead. I broke my old slippers and played bare footed...... also, could feel the pressure exerted on my left knee and I was not even wearing a knee guard to protect it.......

Suicidal ....?

Well, I enjoyed myself and have a good workout though I did not go all out at all .......

Importantly, Jason and I enjoyed ourselves and I have not lost touch of my soccer skills.....ha...ha....

Jason was also kind and did not rough me up .... and he always went to pick up the soccer ball when I kicked it out of court even though it was on my side of it.

In short, do find time to play with your kids ....... good for bonding and some physical exercise too!

Here is a photo of me and Jack taken inside the street soccer court wen we had a break. Jack was having his walk and we let him in for a short while but he was not interested to play with us.....ha.....ha....

I have a bit of soreness on my left knee and lower back but it was worth it........

David