World record for a speech

Hihi! Hope all of you had a great week so far. Well, what do u kw? Tomorrow is sat... which means we can see each other again! Isnt that great? XD

Anyway, today i would like to bring everyone a wacky news article which centers upon what we have been learning for this past week... Communication skills. Hope all of you will find this piece interesting...

Frenchman speaks nonstop for 124 hours to set speech record

PERPIGNAN, France (AFP) - Frenchman Lluis Colet broke the world record for the longest speech after rambling nonstop for 124 hours about Spanish painter Salvador Dali, Catalan culture and other topics.

The 62-year-old Catalan and local government worker spoke for five straight days and four nights to set the record in the southern French town of Perpignan.

Three notaries were on hand to recognise the feat which allows Colet to enter it in the Guinness Book of Records.

The previous record was held by an Indian man who delivered a 120-hour speech.

Colet began speaking at Perpignan's railway station on Monday by reciting the works of famous authors or using some of his own writing. He also spoke profusely about Dali, a painter he admires, and Catalan culture.

Large crowds turned out in support of Colet, who received a rapturous applause at the end of his speech.

"This is a big day for me and I dedicate this record to all those who defend Catalan language and culture," he said, his voice fainter after five days of nonstop talking.

Colet had set the record once before in 2004 when he spoke for 48 straight hours.


Editor's note: Wow, what a record! and i thought women were the ones who liked to talk, LOL. This just goes to show that the fact is not necessary true. =D

Anyway, i was like "Woah" when i saw this article. Ok, i admit i lk talking but i think this is ridiculous la. If saliva had a limited supply, i think the man would have died.

Hopefully, none of you would ever attempt to break that record. I brought up this article to inform, not to inspire, k? Haha

Ok, that just sums up this week's edition of Wacky 4 Oh Six News. Hope you guys enjoyed reading the article.

With lots of love and a never-ending supply of crap,
Qm

Cg sermon ~ The Art of Communication

Helloooooo. As promised, this is the cg sermon on communication. For all those who missed cg last sunday, this is 1 impt sermon that you dun want 2 miss out...

What is proper Communication?

Proper Communication is a 3-way process of talking, listening, as well as understanding what the other party is saying.

Impt fact: We communicate by word, gesture and spirit

James 1:19- be swift in listening and slow to speak

Prov 18:13- do not try 2 be kay kiang in your speech by answering some1 b4 he has even finished telling u the whole matter. The bible describes that as shameful

Prov 26:18-19- don't attempt to hurt someone's feelings by saying something and later meaning it to be a joke. The bible calls u a madman if u do that

prov18:24- to have frens, 1 must first have be friendly and approable

prov 16:24- use pleasant words to edify people. The bible says pleasant words are like sweetness to the soul and health to the bones

prov 10:19- somtimes, one has to restrain himself/herself while talking to others. This is because there is tendency for one 2 say the wrong things as he/she talks lot. In short, practice wisdom in speech and u will be fine XD

5 levels of Communication (COMET)

1st level: Cliche Conversations

example: something that we do in church during the 3 mins of getting 2 kw some1 new

2nd level: Others- reporting the facts on others

example: "Hi Tom, guess what?! I saw Jessica in the new dress the other day!"

3rd level: My ideas and Judgement

example: "I really don't think that dress looks good on Jessica"

4th level: Emotions and feelings

example: "However, i really wish i can be as rich as her. Then i can have something new to wear every other day."

5th level: Total truthful, open communication (only attainable between spouses or to your parents!)

example: "Don't worry about it, dear. Frankly, i think that dress would look fat on you. To me, anything u wear is fine.... because..... You are like to me, a dazzling jewel in my eyes" AWW.... So Sweet

Ok, there u have it. The cg sermon all done and nicely packaged for u. Hope you all find the info clear and easy 2 understand. Any doubts, approach your cgls.(connect group leaders)

I'm sure all of us can look forth towards having many pleasant conversations with each other in future. Qm =D

Oscars results ~ Fresh today!

Hi all. Today, let me bring you the results of the 81st oscars awards ceremony, which took place just this morning in Los Angeles (LA).

It was a splendid affair as many actors and actresses gathered together on the big stage to receive recognitions for their works. Not short of melodrama, there were lots of tears, plenty of hugs and loud exclaimations of joy as the winners gave their thanksgiving speeches to all those who have helped them ascend to such great heights in their careers....

Wha, Qm, u sound like u were actually there at the event lk that .......... LOL

Ok, without further ado, here are the results from the Oscars:

• Best Picture: Slumdog millionaire
  
  
• Best Actor: Sean Penn
  
  
• Best Actress: Kate Winslet
  
  
• Best Supporting Actor: Heath Ledger (HOORAYS!!!)
  
  
• Best Supporting Actress: Penelope Cruz
  
  
• Best Director: Danny Boyle, Slumdog Millionaire
  
  
• Best Adapted Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy, Slumdog Millionaire
  
  
• Best Animated Feature Film: WALL-E
  
  
• Best Art Direction: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
  
  
• Best Cinematography Award: Slumdog Millionaire
  
  
• Best Sound Mixing award: Slumdog Millionaire
  
  
• Best Sound Editing Award: The Dark Knight
  
  
• Original Score Award: Slumdog Millionaire- A.R Rahman
  
  
• Original Song Award: "Jai Ho" from Slumdog Millionaire
  
  
• Best Film Editing Award: Slumdog Millionaire
  
  
• Best Make-up Award: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
  
  
• Best Visual Effects Award: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
  
  

The Oscars was hosted by Hugh Jacakman

Editor's note: So there u have it, all the results from the 81st Oscars Awards ceremony.

Truly, the purpose of the Oscars was to honour the best in every area of the film industry and i'm glad that this edition did not fail to do that.

As one can easily see, the movie "Slumdog Millionaire" came in tops for the Oscars this year, with 8 awards! WOW!!! (I think i shall aim to catch the movie now XD)

Anyway, hope you all enjoyed reading the results yea? Till the next Oscars, this is Qm over and out.

SOTONG news: Why fail leh?

Ladies and gentlemen, may i present to you: From the department of Wacky 4 Oh Six news......Sotong News by Jingyuan!!! (at least it gives me relief that i'm not the only one who can tell crap around here, LOL, jk jk)

OH MY TIAN!!!!
Weird stuff found all around the world!!!
Here! Let me share with you some SOTONG insights =)

Water bottle fail

Oh my tian the agua is so GAY!!!

Doorstep fail

Wow that's nice!

Staircase fail

If I'm not careful enough I might bang the wall!

Photo request fail

Maybe I can tell Isaiah and Wanyi about this......

Children story book fail

Oh no...I feel like having loose poops too...

Jihad fail

DON'T KILL MY FAVOURITE JUICE!!!

Car pool fail

Cra-Pool! or is it Crap-ool??? hmmm....

Girl's name suggest fail

Hmm... then let my first girl be eBay then.....

Google suggest fail

xD I am extremely LOL-ed by Google!
(you can try this on your own google and have LOL out! xD)

Safety fail

But...but....My primary school teacher taught me safety first....

Restroom fail

I didn't know the toilet is one torture chamber!!!

Furniture fail

I will be looking forward to see you as our new Governor then xD

Skateboard sign fail

LOLS!!!!

Hahas. Want more failures in the world? Just go to: http://failblog.org/ and be prepared to laugh yourselves out!!! But be warned k?! There are lots of NC16 stuffs inside...xD So no entry unless you are over-aged! Hahas. kidding. Not that serious, but point taken!

So now you all know that there's actually so many SOTONG failures in the world! OH MY TIAN ah...How can they be so sotong...haiyo....

xD In the meantime, i hope you all enjoyed this laugh out louds with sotong news! =)

Valentine's day posts part 3

Finally, I’ve come to the last segment of my Valentine’s Day series. What better way is it then to sing a beautiful song to your friend on V day? For this, I’ll have to bring you back 7 years ago to find a reallyyyyyy good romantic song (for our generation that is, I don’t think any of you would want oldies, haha)

Coincidently, that single was also the number song on Feb14 that year. Ok, without further ado, let me now tell you the name of the song which is none other than……….Enrique Iglesias’s - "Hero"

Here are the lyrics and the video to the song, hope all of you will find it nice =D

Would you dance
if I asked you to dance?
Would you run
and never look back?
Would you cry
if you saw me crying?
And would you save my soul, tonight?

Would you tremble
if I touched your lips?
Would you laugh?
Oh please tell me this.
Now would you die
for the one you loved?
Hold me in your arms, tonight.

I can be your hero, baby.
I can kiss away the pain.
I will stand by you forever.
You can take my breath away.

Would you swear
that you'll always be mine?
Or would you lie?
Would you run and hide?
Am I in too deep?
Have I lost my mind?
I don't care...
You're here tonight.

I can be your hero, baby.
I can kiss away the pain.
I will stand by you forever.
You can take my breath away.

Oh, I just want to hold you.
I just want to hold you.
Am I in too deep?
Have I lost my mind?
I don't care...
You're here tonight.

I can be your hero, baby.
I can kiss away the pain.
I will stand by your forever.
You can take my breath away.

I can be your hero.
I can kiss away the pain.
And I will stand by you forever.
You can take my breath away.
You can take my breath away.

I can be your hero

Editor’s note: Though this song is like centuries old now but I still find the song very touching. The lyrics are also very meaningful and what a brilliant idea it is to listen to this song on V day. (cos it brings out the romantic feel, doesn’t it darling??? LOL)

Anyway, that just about sums up my valentine day’s posts. Hope you all enjoyed reading everything that has been posted. I’ll be looking forward towards seeing you guys tomorrow and may all of you have a great valentine’s day this year!

With lots of love and plenty of kisses,
Qm

Ps: I found this super cool website that allows you to check what the number one song was at any date in a year. Here is the link to the website: http://www.everyhit.com/dates/

Valentine's day posts part 2

Hi to all. Like what I said, this is a series that I’m doing on Valentine’s Day. Part 2 is based on a skill that I dearly cherish, humour. So I hope everyone will find these jokes amusing and may it brighten up your day ahead!

The first two jokes are about friends

Joke number one

A couple of New Jersey hunters are out in the woods when one of them falls to the ground. He doesn't seem to be breathing; his eyes are rolled back in his head.

The other guy whips out his cell phone and calls the emergency services. He gasps to the operator: "My friend is dead! What can I do?"

The operator, in a calm soothing voice says: "Just take it easy. I can help. First, let's make sure he's dead." There is a silence then a shot is heard. The guy's voice comes back on the line. He says: "OK, now what?"

Joke number two

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson were going camping. They pitched their tent under the stars and went to sleep. Sometime in the middle of the night Holmes woke Watson up and said: "Watson, look up at the stars and tell me, what do you see?"

Watson replied: "I see millions and millions of stars."

Holmes said: "And what do you deduce from that?"

Watson replied: "Well, if there are millions of stars, and if even a few of those have planets, it's quite likely there are some planets like earth out there. And if there are a few planets like earth out there, there might also be life."

And Holmes said: "No Watson, you idiot, it means that somebody has stolen our tent.”


Err…the third joke is not about friends but it certainly shows you what damage a comment can have on others (in a hilarious way)

A woman gets on a bus with her baby. The bus driver says: "That's the ugliest baby that I've ever seen. Ugh!" The woman goes to the rear of the bus and sits down, fuming. She says to a man next to her: "The driver just insulted me!" The man replies: "how dare the driver do that?!” “You go right up there and tell him off immediately…Go ahead, I'll hold your monkey for you first."


Lastly, let me bring u all my all time favourite marriage joke

Before Marriage:

Boy: Yes. At last. It was so hard to wait

Girl: Do you want me to leave?

Boy: No! Don’t even think about it!

Girl: Do you love me?

Boy: Of course! Over and over!

Girl: Have you ever cheated on me?

Boy: No! Why are you even asking?

Girl: Will you kiss me?

Boy: Every chance I get.

Girl: Will you hit me?

Boy: Are you crazy? I’m not that kind of person.

Girl: Can I trust you?

Boy: Yes.

Girl: Darling!

After Marriage — Simply read from bottom to top.


Editor’s note: Just to let you all know, the 1st and 2nd jokes were voted the funniest jokes in the world respectively. Anyhow, I think humour is a great way of expressing oneself to others, be it to friends or people that you are meeting for the very first time. Who knows, maybe u can tell these jokes to your friends on V day. Of cos, you have to be wary about certain things you say. Otherwise, you’ll end up like that man in joke number three. YOU have been warned, hahahahahahaha.

Valentine's Day posts

Hi all! After that big blockbuster post last week, which I worked my butt off while trying to complete on time + everyone’s “help” in coming to me and saying “Quick Qm! Faster la… you promised us you’ll post it by today, etc…...ARRAGH, bang head*…I thought! I’ll be bringing something simple and light-hearted to everyone today. XD

As you all know, this sat is Valentine’s Day aka Friendship day. (OH MY! You mean it’s this sat??? I haven’t bought gifts yet!!! haha) So, on behalf of commemorating this special occasion, I will be bringing everyone a series of posts, beginning with a little poetry. Hope you all will enjoy it k?!

Mere words By Kit McCallum	You’re not alone By KC
I searched among the card displays, To see if I could find, A little something that would say Just what was on my mind.	You're never alone, I'm always near, When your troubled, down or blue. All you have to do is call me, I'm always here for you.
However there was not a one, That captured it just right, For no one else can understand Just what I'd like to write.	It doesn't matter where I'm at, It doesn't matter when. When you need someone to talk to, I'm here to be your friend.
I even find it difficult To try to write it down, For how do I portray to you, The love that I have known?	If you need someone to hold your hand, or a hug to say I care. If you need a shoulder to cry on, for you I will be there.
I close my eyes and what I see, Is someone I adore; A person who is beautiful, Right down into their soul.	So never think you are a burden, when the weight gets to be to much. You might find if look hard enough, a good friend could be the right touch.
Mere words cannot describe The many qualities you show, The love and caring nature that You share with those who know.	You're never alone, I'm always here, through the good times and the bad. I'm always here to be your friend, I don't like to see you sad
Your kind and gentle temperament, Your sweet angelic smile, Your softly spoken sentiments, That reach across the miles.
Your smile and laugh that sparkle with The softness of your sighs, The way your face lights up a room ... That twinkle in your eye. The loving gestures through the years, That quickly come to mind, For always you've a gentle word To calm and soothe I find.
I struggle and I search to try To find some words anew ... And yet I cannot capture All the things that make you, you I shall therefore, be satisfied That you must simply know, Just how I feel about you, For with words I cannot show.

Editor’s note: Hope you guys found the poems interesting. I certainly did, that’s why I decided to share them with all of you. Haha. Hmm…Maybe you are a little unsure about what you can do for that dear friend of yours on Feb 14 this year. Let’s see…what can u do? Eureka, I got it!

Instead of just merely saying a word of thanks or worse…doing nothing at all, how about making use of this opportunity to recite these poems to your good friends? Show them how much he/she means to you or how much you care for that person?? I’m sure they will be touched dearly by your sincerity. =D

I’ll be looking forward to hearing good results from you when you do that. Till next time, this is angelic Qm signing off. Cheers!